March 2008 Obituaries Orleans Parish Louisiana Sbmitted by N.O.V.A. (New Orleans Volunteer Association) May 2008 ************************************************* Submitted to the LAGenWeb Archives ************************************************ Copyright. All rights reserved. http://www.usgwarchives.net/copyright.htm http:/www.usgwarchives.net/la/lafiles.htm ************************************************ 000001 Abadie - Al Joseph Abadie, age 69 years, a native of New Orleans, LA and resident of Westwego, LA passed away on Friday, March 28, 2008. Beloved husband of Alice M. Chiasson. Son of the late Susan Cheramie Abadie and Herman Abadie. Beloved father of Michael Abadie and Ashley Abadie. Step-father of Pamella C. Coker, Allison Tynes, Charlotte C. Gonzales, Larry Chiasson, Jr., Kevin Chiasson, Shane Chiasson and the late Antoinette M. Chiasson. Brother of Jeannette Abadie Guidry, Mitchell Abadie, Bonnie Abadie and Stephen Abadie. Al is also survived by a host of grandchildren, nieces and nephews. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend a Funeral Service from WESTSIDE/LEITZ-EAGAN FUNERAL HOME, 5101 WESTBANK EXPRESSWAY, AND MARRERO, LA on Tuesday, April 8, 2008 at 10:00 AM. Interment will follow services in Westlawn Cemetery, Gretna, LA. Visitation will be held on Monday from 6:00 PM until 9:00 PM and on Tuesday from 8:00 AM until funeral time. Please visit the online guestbook and obituary @ www.mem.com. For information, call 341-9421. Times Picayune 04/7/2008. **************************************** 000002 Abshire - Dagmar Lamothe Abshire passed away on Friday, April 4, 2008. Beloved wife of the late Philip J. Abshire, Sr. Mother of Philip J. Abshire, Jr. and his wife, Patricia; Jeanette Sander and her husband, Eric; Rebecca Perrin and her husband, Nicholas, Jr.; and Joan Morgan and her husband, Billy, Sr. Grandmother of Georgette and Erin Perry; Brittany Breland; Nicky and Emily Perrin; and Joann and Billy Morgan, Jr. and his wife, Elaine. Great grandmother of Trent Perrin; and Katie and Gadge Morgan. Daughter of the late Frances Christensen. A native and lifelong resident of New Orleans, LA. Mrs. Abshire was a member of New Life Tabernacle. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the funeral service at New Life Tabernacle, 6017 Airline Drive, Metairie on Tuesday, April 8, 2008 at 12:30 PM. Interment will follow in Metairie Cemetery. Visitation will be held at the church from 7:30 AM until time of service. LAKE LAWN METAIRIE FUNERAL HOME is in charge of arrangements. To sign and view the Family Guestbook, please visit www.lakelawnmetairie.com Times Picayune 04/7/2008. **************************************** 000003 Adams - Frankin Adams at his home on Sunday, April 13, 2008. Professor Emeritus Tulane University, Age 74 years. Lontime companion of Cindy Gravely Morse. Father of Lisa Adams of Bari, Italy, John C. Adams of New Orleans, LA, Samuel W. Adams (Tara) of Bristol, Rhode Island and Daniel P. Adams (Jennifer) of New Orleans, LA. Stepfather of Brent Morse of Seattle, Washington and Nelson Morse of Alexandria, Virginia. Brother of Nancy Adams of Gulfport, Florida. Grandfather of Catherine Jane Adams and Elizabeth Nola Adams both of Bristol, Rhode Island. Friends are invited to attend a Memorial Gathering to be held at the Rogers Chapel of Newcomb College, 1229 Broadway on Saturday, April 19, 2008 at 1:00 p.m. Kindly omit flowers, Memorials in Franklin's honor appreciated to Habitat for Humanity or the charity of your choice rebuilding New Orleans. Tharp-Sontheimer-Tharp Funeral Home, 1600 N. Causeway Blvd., Metairie, LA in charge of arrangements. Information: (504) 835-2341. Times Picayune 04/18/2008. **************************************** 000004 Adams - Professor William H. Adams of Treme died on April 22, 2008. Dr. Adams was Professor of Chemistry at Rutgers University until his retirement emeritus in 1999. He is survived by his wife, Sandra Hoffmann, daughter and son- in-law, Maryna and Jonathan Powell, grandson Hudson Powell, stepson Hans-Thomas Hoffmann and daughter Samantha Adams- Hoffmann. A memorial service will be held at Rutgers University in New Jersey. Friends and neighbors will be invited to join his family in a celebration of his life later this summer. Boyd-Brooks Funeral Service, LLC 3245 Gentilly Blvd New Orleans, LA 70122 Times Picayune 04/29/2008. **************************************** 000005 Adams - Raymond Joseph Adams died on April 8, 2008 in Prairieville, LA at 1:00 AM. Age 84 years, he was a resident of New Sarpy, LA and was the owner of R. J. Adams General Contractor for more than 30 years. He was a Veteran, U.S. Navy in World War II, served from August 1942 until November 1946. He was born in New Sarpy on March 18, 1924 to Henry and Sophie Mire Adams. Attended Destrehan School before entering the Navy. He received two bronze stars and a World War II victory medal. Awarded the American Area Campaign Medal, Philippine Ribbon, Asiatic-Pacific Area Camp Medal and a World War II Victory Medal. Survivors include his ex- wife Hilda Caillouet Adams; children, Joan Tullier and her husband, Tommy; Linda Jackson, Cynthia Adams, Randy Adams and his wife, Annetta; Barry Adams and his wife, Pearly; one sister, Irene Lashbrook; 8 grandchildren, 13 great- grandchildren, 6 step-grandchildren and 6 step-great- grandchildren. Preceded in death by parents, Henry Adams and Sophie Mire Adams; brothers, Stanley and Roland Adams; and sister, Audrey Mae Hymel. Family requests that, in lieu of flowers, donations may be made the Veterans of Foreign Wars or St. Jude Children's Hospital. Visitation on Friday, April 11, 2008 at H.C. Alexander Funeral Home in Norco from 9:00 am until 12:00 pm. Services: Prayers will be given by Fr. Terry Hayden at 12:00 pm on Friday, April 11, 2008 from the H.C. Alexander Funeral Home in Norco. FUNERAL ARRANGEMENTS UNDER THE DIRECTION OF H.C. ALEXANDER FUNERAL HOME IN NORCO, LA. Times Picayune 04/10/2008. **************************************** 000006 Adcox - Helen Dye Adcox on Thursday, April 17, 2008. Beloved wife of Clifton Adcox. Mother of the late Clifton A. Adcox. Grandmother of David C. Adcox (Elizabeth) and Stephen E. Adcox (Sheridan). Mother-in-law of Kath-leen Adcox Tillman. Great-grandmother of Lyndsey Adcox and Dalton Adcox. Also survived by many nieces and nephews. Age 89 years. A native of Columbia, MS and a resident of New Orleans, LA for over 60 years. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the Memorial Service at Tharp- Sontheimer-Tharp, 1600 N. Causeway Blvd. pm Saturday, April 26, 2008 at 4:00 p.m. Visit at the Funeral Home after 3:00 p.m. Interment will be private. Donations preferred to the alzheimer's Association, 2405 River Road, New Orleans, LA 70121, (504) 849-9081. Times Picayune 04/23/2008. **************************************** 000007 Albano - Selita Eliza Moore Albano, age 88, on Thursday, April 03, 2008. Beloved wife of the late Domenic A. Albano. Mother of Gail A. Johnson, Karen A. Al Thawwad and Lauren A. Wear. Grandmother of Chas M. Bowie, Shawn P. Sellars and Brandon S. Wear. Daughter of the late Jessie Raymond and Carrie Moore. Sister of Joseph Moore, Lydia Jones and the late Almeta Payne, William, Lester, and Raymond Moore, Bessie Finlay, Carrie Moore and Betty Lou Ewest. Also survived by many nieces and nephews. She was a registered nurse and retired from Southern Baptist Hospital in 1985. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the Funeral Service on Saturday, April 5, 2008 at 2:00 p.m. at St. Matthew's United Methodist Church, 6017 Camphor Street in Metairie, LA. Visitation will begin at 12:00 noon at the church. Interment will follow in Garden of Memories Cemetery. Donations in her memory may be sent to any Hospice organization, St. Matthews UMC or the Well UMC, 720 Charles Ct in Ponchatoula, LA 70454. The online guestbook may be viewed and signed at www.legacy.com. Leitz- Eagan Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. For information, please call 504-888-8440. Times Picayune 04/4/2008. **************************************** 000008 Alexander - Jermell Alexander, Project Manager for ATT Revenue Operations/Billings died Friday, April 4, 2008 of tragic car accident. He was 28 and a resident of Atlanta, Georgia. He graduated from John F. Kennedy and Science and Math School of Delgado. He is survived by his mother, Nancy Alexander; sister, JoAnn Alexander; three brothers, Joseph, James and Jermaine Alexander and a host of various nieces, nephews, aunts and uncles. He was preceded in death by his father Joseph Alexander Jr. and grandparents. A Funeral Mass will be held Friday, April 11, 2008 at 10:00 AM at St. Maria Goretti Church, 7300 Crowder Blvd., New Orleans, LA. Monsignor Earl Gauthreaux, celebrant. Visitation 9:00 am until service time. Interment: Providence Memorial Park, Metairie, LA. Richardson Funeral Home of Jefferson in charge of arrangements. Times Picayune 04/10/2008. **************************************** 000009 Alexander - Morris L. Alexander (Ta-Maw or Alex), resident of New Orleans, LA, native of Edgard, LA, peacefully departed his life at the age of 83 at the Micheal DaBakey V.A. Hospital in Houston, TX on Friday, April 4, 2008. Husband of the late Gloria Cannon Alexander. Father of Bryant Alexander, Resa Alexander Sino (Derek), and Leslie Alexander London (Corey). Grandfather of Bryant Whitfield, Amonte Alexander, Devin Sino, Dylan Sino, Dante Sino, and Tayla London, Corey London, Jr. and Raven Thomas. Brother of Elosie Fiffie, the late Lawrence, Flora, Perkin, Clinton, Emelda, and Lydia. Brother-in-law of Joseph Fiffie, Melvin Louper, and Rose Alexander. Also survived by a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Relatives, friends of family, U.S. Post Office, Rhodes Funeral Home, Majestic Mortuary, Bally's Casino, and Quick Currier Service are invited to attend a Visitation on Saturday, April 12, 2008 at St. Gabriel the Archangel, 4700 Pineda Street from 8:00 - 9:30 AM. Followed by a Visitation beginning at 11:00 AM and Funeral Mass beginning at 12:00 noon at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church, 2361 Highway 18 Edgard, LA. Interment St. John Catholic Church Cemetery. MAJESTIC MORTUARY in charge of arrangements. Times Picayune 04/11/2008 **************************************** 000010 Alford - Albert Alford departed this life on Sunday, April 6, 2008. Father of Zamora, Ungelle, and Albert Alford Jr., Daisey, Nadia, Enos, and Earnest Miller. Stepfatherof Kelly Miller. Son of Ernestine Camese Alford and the late Charlie Coleman, Sr. Brother of Charles Jr., Joseph, Sr., and Robert Coleman, Sr., JoAnn, Mary Ann, Preston, and Eddie Roy Alford, and Carolyn A. Gary. Nephew of Emily Manuel and Joseph Camese, Jr. Son in law of Inez Miller, also survived a grandchildren, nieces, nephews, and a host of other relatives and friends. Age 59 years. A native and resident of New Orleans, La. Relatives, friends, and employees of University Hospital, Good Samaritan Nursing Center, Corps of Engineers, The Naval Exchange, The District Attorneys Office, Clara's Little Lambs, and St. Jude Community Center are invited to attend the Funeral Service at Davis Mortuary Service, 230 Monroe St., Gretna, La. on Monday, April 14, 2008 at 10:00a.m. Father Anthony Rigoli, officiating. Visitation from 8:30a.m. until service time at the above named parlor. Interment: Restlawn Cemetery - Avondale, La. Arrangements by Davis Mortuary Service 230 Monroe St., Gretna, La. Times Picayune 04/13/2008. **************************************** 000011 Alford - Ella Rose Alford died on Sunday, April 6, 2008. Mother of Cathy (Dwan) Hulbert and Michael (Terry) Alford. Also survived by 5 grandchildren, 4 great grandchildren, 2 sisters, 2 brothers, a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends. Relatives and friends of the family, also members of New Generation Fellowship are invited to attend the Funeral Services on Saturday, April 19, 2008 at 10:00 a.m. at New Generation Fellowship (Overseer E. Craig Wilson) located at 1022 S. Bengal Rd., Metairie, LA 70003. Viewing will begin at 9:00 a.m. Interment: Providence Memorial Park, Metairie, LA. Richardson Funeral Home of Jefferson in charge of arrangements. Times Picayune 04/18/2008. **************************************** 000012 Allain - Van Earl Joseph Allain, age 77 years, passed away on Sunday, April 20, 2008. Beloved Husband of Jennielee Arabie Eagan Allain for the past 12 years and to the late Judith Edna Seal Allain for 43 years. He was the devoted father of David Allain(Gina), Steve Allain (Nancy), Lauren Sutton (Ray), Lynn Murphy (Bob) and Gwyn Allain. Step-father of Elaine Olivier (Danny), Chris Hill (Jack), Kathy Eagan (Robert Ford). Son of the late Lillian Bowdoin Allain and Valry Joseph Allain. Brother of Mildred Camillo and the late Elizabeth Harper. Cherished grandfather of 13 grandchildren, 8 step-grand- children, 7 great grandchildren and 9 step- great-grandchildren. Brother-in-law of Sharla and Joe Murphy and Jane Walker. Also survived by many loving relatives, friends and devoted friends Dorothy and Raymond Guidry. Van was a longtime resident of St. Bernard Parish and a resident of Slidell, LA since Hurricane Katrina. He was a parishioner of St. Marks Catholic Church in Chalmette and St. Margaret Mary Catholic Church in Slidell. He was retired from Kaiser Aluminum Chemical Corp., where he was a General Foreman. An active member of the VFW Post of St. Bernard Parish, Tammany Twirlers Square Dance Club, Fun For All of St. Bernard Parish, Wildlife Forever and a Hunter's Education Instructor. Van served in the U.S. Navy during the Korean War aboard the U.S.S. Duncan. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the Funeral Services at St. Margaret Mary Catholic Church, 1050 Robert Blvd., Slidell, LA., on Wednesday, April 23, 2008 at 11:00 A.M. Interment in New Palestine Cemetery, Picayune, MS. Visitation at Honaker Funeral Home, 1751 Gause Blvd., West, Slidell, on Tuesday evening from 6:00 P.M. to 9:00 P.M. and on Wednesday at St. Margaret Mary Church after 10:00 A.M. until funeral time. Arrangements by Honaker Funeral Home, Inc., Slidell, LA. Times Picayune 04/22/2008 **************************************** 000013 Allbritton - Jacob Jack "Wop" Allbritton passed away, at his Buras, LA residence, on Friday, April 4, 2008. Age 30 years. A native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Buras, LA He leaves many family and friends to celebrate his life and morn his passing. Loving father of Trey and Haley Allbritton. Trey and Haley was the true love of their dad and he loved watching them ride their motorcycles and enjoy life. Beloved son of Steve and Marsha Allbritton. Brother of Courtney Allbritton. Brother-in-law of Jonathon Zuvich. Special uncle "Jake" of Caylynn Zuvich. Nephew of Connie Allbritton. Cousin of Ashley and Amanda Hinton. Relatives and friends of the family 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 Wednesday, April 9, 2008 at 1:00 P.M. Interment will be private. Visitation will also be on Wednesday from 10:00 A.M until service time. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the family to defray funeral expenses. For directions and to view and sign the Family Guest Book, please visit us at www.clarkducote.com. I LOVE YOU JAKE. Times Picayune 04/9/2008. **************************************** 000014 Allemand - Judy Ann Schouest Allemand, born on January 2, 1944, passed away on April 9, 2008. She is preceded in death by her husband, George Allemand; her father, Alex Schouest, Sr.; brothers, Alex Schouest, Jr. and Murphy Schouest. She is survived by her children, Randy Allemand, Kevin Allemand and Keith Allemand; seven grandchildren, ten great grandchildren; her sisters, Mary Vallie and Amanda Schouest; and her mother, Alma Schouest. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend a Funeral Service at MOTHE FUNERAL HOME, 7040 Lapalco Blvd., Marrero, LA, on Saturday, April 12, 2008 at 11AM. Interment in Restlawn Park Cemetery, Avondale, LA. Visitation at the funeral home on Saturday from 9AM until 11AM. Information: 366-4343 Times Picayune 04/11/2008 **************************************** 000015 Allen - Anita Shareta Allen entered into eternal rest on Wednesday, April 16, 2008 at West Jefferson Medical Center. Mother of Secdricka and Shalik Allen. Beloved Daughter of Kim Smith Allen and Edwardo Bravo Allen. Stepdaughter of Derrick Conner and Sonny Mikel. Sister of Shala Miller, Sharita and Shaquita Allen and the late Shanita Allen. Granddaughter of Frank Miller, Delia Allen and Wilma Conner and the late Pastor Shaneta Miller. Great granddaughter of the late John Smith. Niece of the late Darrel Smith, also survived by a host of aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins other relatives and friends. Age: 30 Years A native of Brooklyn, N.Y. and a resident of Marrero, La. Relatives and friends of the family, also pastors, officers and members of Living Word Full Gospel Ministries and Harvest Ripe are invited to attend the Funeral Service from Harvest Ripe, 423 Amelia St. Gretna, La. on Tuesday April 22, 2008 at 10:00 A.M. Pastor Reginald Allen- Officiating ( No Wake ). Visitation will begin at 8:30 A.M. until service time. Internment: Westlawn Cemetery- Gretna, La. Arrangements By Davis Mortuary Service 230 Monroe St. Gretna, La. Times Picayune 04/21/2008. **************************************** 000016 Allen - Dominic Allen entered into eternal rest on March 29, 2008. Survived by mother Deborah Allen, stepfather Lionel Brown, brother Joseph Allen, Mitchell McFadden, sisters Natasha, Karen and Charita , companion Lavondra Bruno and a host of relatives and friends. Preceded in death by father Tyrone Allen, Sr., brother Tyrone Allen, Jr., grandparents Rita Alexander, Allen Stalberte, William and Audrey Kelley, Gerald Allen, Sr., and Joseph Stalberte. Funeral Services on Saturday, April 5, 2008 at 10AM at St. James Methodist Church of Louisiana, 1925 Ursaline St. Visitation on April 5, 2008 at 9AM at St. James Methodist Church. Rev. Raine Daniels. Interment in Resthaven Cemetery. Relatives and friends, pastor, officers and members of St. James Methodist, True Vine, Branch Bell, New Hope and Greater Antioch Baptist Churches, employees of Church Hill Downss, New Orleans Airport Shuttle Inc., Parking Co of America, Young Men Olympion are invited to attend services. Professional Services Entrusted To Gaskin-Southall-Gordon & Gordon Mortuary 1225 North Rampart Street New Orleans, LA (504) 566-9000 Times Picayune 04/4/2008. **************************************** 000017 Allen - Larry Allen on Sunday, April 6, 2008. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the Funeral Services on Saturday, April 12, 2008 at 9:00am at Little Zion Baptist Church, 5130 Chartres St., NOLA. Rev. Scie - officating. Visitation 8:00am. Interment Resthaven Cemetery. Services entrusted to Louisiana Undertaking Company, Inc. 1449 N. Claiborne Avenue New Orleans, Louisiana 70116 Information: (504) 945-2145 Jeffery K. Jenkins / Renard A. Boissiere Fatima B. Conner Directors Times Picayune 04/11/2008 **************************************** 000018 Allen - Mrs. Laura Cyrus Allen passed away peacefully on Friday, April 11, 2008 at East Jefferson General Hospital. Mother of Ethel M. Lewis of Avondale LA, Audrey M. Tyler, Carolyn Mickens, Douglas Allen Jr., all of Washington DC. Mother-in-law of Hewitt D. Lewis, Avondale, LA, Johnnie Tyler Jr., and Vento Mickens, both of Washington, DC. Also survived by seven grandchildren, six great grandchildren, a very special caregiver, Beverly Johnson and a host of other relatives and friends. Age 84 years. A native of Baton Rouge, LA and a resident of New Orleans, LA. Relatives and friends of the family; also pastors, officers, and members of Second St. John Missionary Baptist Church; employees of Ormond Nursing Center are invited to attend the Funeral Services at Davis Mortuary Service, 6820 West Bank Expressway, Marrero, LA 70072 on Friday April 18, 2008 at 10:00 a.m. Rev. Charlie Davis, officiating. Visitation from 8:30 a.m. until service time at the above named Parlor. Interment: Providence Memorial Park, Metairie, LA. Arrangements by Davis Mortuary Service 230 Monroe Street, Gretna, LA Times Picayune 04/17/2008. **************************************** 000019 Allen - Patricia Marie Burd Allen 'Entered into Eternal Rest' on Wednesday, April 9, 2008 at Touro Hospital after a long battle with Mylona Cancer. Daughter of the late Frances Burd Placide and Marshall Miller. She is loved and will be missed by her children., Shelley, Leander, Ukeitha, Walter, Tameka, Porshail and the late Jarmall Allen. Sister of Anthony, Gerald, Laurence, Jerome, Sharon, Dorinda and the late Catherine Placide. Sister-in-law of Joycelynn, Sedonia, Alberta, Venus, and Laurence Franklin. Godmother of Crystal Placid and the late Anthony Placid. Mother-in-law of Johnny Alexander, Alvin Jackson, Carl Fleming, Quiana Richards and Quiana Jones. Devoted friend Walter Allen and her companion John Collins. Also survived by 11 grandchildren, cousins, nieces, nephews and a host of other relatives and friends. Relatives and friends are invited to attend funeral services at Isralite Baptist Church on Saturday, April 19, 2008 at 10:00 a.m. with Visitation beginning at 9:00 a.m. at 2100 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. Bishop Lucien Butler, Officiating. Burial to follow at Resthaven Cemetery. HERITAGE FUNERAL DIRECTORS "A Spirit of Excellence" 4101 St. Claude Avenue., N.O., LA Information: (504) 944-5500 Times Picayune 04/18/2008. **************************************** 000020 Ancar - Earl Peter Ancar, Sr. on Thursday, April 17, 2008 at East Jefferson General Hospital. Son of the late Lillian and Bienville Ancar. Husband of the late Shirley Mae Dominguez Ancar. Father of Earl Peter, Jr., Ernest Peter, Sr., and Troy Peter Ancar. Father-in-law of Michelle C. Ancar. Former father-in-law of Lana T. Ancar and Donna R. Calvey. Grandfather of Earl Peter, III, Bryan Authur, Ernest Peter, Jr., Tory Danielle, Erin Michelle and Justin Peter Ancar. Brother of Gloria Flot, Elsie Derbigny, Mildred Seiss, Elenora Ancar, Dorothy Williams, Noella Wiltz, John, Sr. and Alvin, Sr. and the late Bienville, Sr., and Richard Ancar. Brother-in-law of Mildred Dominguez, Clarence Dominguez, Roland Doucette, Sr., Anthony Flot, Sr., Blaine Derbigny, Carl Seiss, Riley Williams, Ethel, Mae and Marion Ancar and the late Marie Dominguez, Gladys Hawkins, Leota Dandridge, Manuella Angelety, Marion Doucette, Helen Ancar, Celestine, Dorothy, Marie, Theresa, Ernest, Andrew, Adrian and Alfred Dominguez, Jeather Hawkins, Courtney Dandridge, Lloyd Angelety, and Leo Wiltz. Also survived by a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Mass Of Christian Burial on Friday, April 25,2008 at 11:00am at Corpus Christi Catholic Church 2022 St. Bernard Ave. Visitation 9:00am - 11am. Interment Mt. Olivet Cemetery. Services Entrusted To Louisiana Undertaking Company, Inc. 1449 N. Claiborne Avenue New Orleans, Louisiana 70116 (504) 945-2145 Jeffery K. Jenkins / Renard A. Boissiere Fatima B. Conner Directors Times Picayune 04/24/2008. **************************************** 000021 Anclade - Michael "Scotty" Scott Anclade, of Slidell, LA on Tuesday, April 8, 2008. Father of Jordan, Jacob, and Ty Anclade. Son of Susan Burres Anclade and Russell Anclade, Sr. Brother of Russell and E. J. Anclade. Age 36 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 Saturday, April 12, 2008 at 11:00 A.M. Interment in FOREST LAWN CEMETERY. Visitation on Saturday after 9:00 A.M. until funeral time. Arrangements by Honaker Funeral Home, Inc., Slidell, LA. Times Picayune 04/11/2008 **************************************** 000022 Anderson - Bessie M. Anderson died on April 14, 2008. Daughter of the late Percy and Ida Bowser Anderson. Sister of Earnest and Richard Anderson and the late Carol J. Ivy, and Joseph Anderson. Devoted aunt of Valerie Lacy. Devoted friend of Ann Grinstead. She is also survived by a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Relatives and friends of the family, also Pastors, officers and members of Third Emmanuel Baptist Church are invited to attend the Funeral Service Saturday, April 19, 2008 at Third Emmanuel Baptist Church, 3rd. St., Bridge City, LA, at 10 A.M. Visitation will begin at 8 A.M. Rev. Dyson, Sr. officiating. Interment: Restlawn Cemetery. Arrangements by D.W. Rhodes Funeral Home, 1020 Virgil St., Gretna, LA. Times Picayune 04/18/2008. **************************************** 000023 Anderson - Cynthia D. Anderson entered into eternal rest on Sunday, April 6, 2008. Wife of the late Clarence M. Anderson. Daughter of the late Mary Sanchez Douglas and Daniel Douglas, Sr. Mother of Bridget B. Anderson. Sister of Joseph and Wilfred Douglas, Dorothy Johnson, Leola Thomas, Lillie Washington, Minister Betty Winding and the late Daniel, Jr., Felix, Sr. Alvin, Sr., Howard and Oliver Douglas, Bernice Mahoney, Doretha Taylor, Mary Lee Douglas, Cheryl Mosley. Grandmother of Xavion S. Anderson and Demarai W. Thompson. She is also survived by a host of other relatives and friends. Relatives and friends of the family, also Pastors, officers, and members of Christian Fellowship Family Worship Center, Second Missionary B.C. in Violet, and St. Mark B.C. are invited to attend the funeral service held on Saturday, April 12, 2008 at 12:00 Noon at Christian Fellowship Worship Center, 5816 E. Judge Perez Dr. Rev. Henry Ballard, Jr. Pastor. Bishop Ronnie London officiating minister. Visitation will be from 10:00am until 12:00 Noon. Interment: Merrick Cemetery. Arrangements by D.W. Rhodes Funeral Home, 1728 N. Claiborne Ave. Times Picayune 04/11/2008 **************************************** 000024 Anderson - Herbert L. Anderson, at River Ridge, LA, on Sunday, March 30, 2008 at 1:00 a.m. Beloved husband of Carolyn Anderson for 65 years. Uncle of Patricia A. Short of Poplarville, MS. Brother-in-law of Wanda Hale, Becky Peeples and Lill Peeples. Also survived by numerous nieces and nephews. Mr. Anderson was a WWII Korean Veteran and retired from the Southern Pacific Railroad. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the Memorial Service from Tharp-Sontheimer-Tharp Funeral Hme, 1600 N. Causeway Blvd. at 43rd St. on Friday, April 4, 2008 at 1:00 p.m. Visitation from 11:00 a.m. till service time. Information: (504) 352- 2341. Times Picayune 04/3/2008. **************************************** 000025 Anderson - Melvin "Whopp" Anderson, peacefully passed away at the age of 59 on Wednesday, April 9, 2008 at 6:25pm. He was the beloved husband of the Rose Marie Encalade Anderson. He was the son of the late Farrell Anderson Sr. and the late Malisha Hughes Anderson. Brother of Farrell Anderson Jr, Iona Anderson, Moralee A. Honore' and the late Mary Lou A. Martin. He was the devoted Step father of Lynette Harvey, Lisa, Lyonel, Leterrel, and Lakendra Hill. He had 15 grandchildren, 2 great-grandchildren, and 3 godchildren. He also leaves 2 brothers-in-law and 2 sisters- in-law along with a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and other relatives and friends. Mr. Anderson was a Veteran of the U.S. Army and was employed at the Bumble Bee Seafood for 35 years. Relatives and friends of the family; also pastors, officers and members of all neighboring churches of St. Bernard and Plaquemines Parishes are invited to attend a Funeral Service on Saturday, April 19, 2008 at 11:00am at First Baptist Church of Verrett - 3737 Bayou Rd. Officiating Minister Martin Sylvester, Sr. and assisted by Pastor Raymond A Smith. Visitation will begin at 10:00 am until service time. Burial will take place in English Turn Cemetery - Hwy. 39, Braithwaite, La. Arrangements by Rhodes Funeral Home 1728 N. Claiborne Ave., New Orleans, LA 70116. Please Visit our website to sign the guest book at www.rhodesfuneral.com. Times Picayune 04/18/2008. **************************************** 000026 Anderson - On Saturday, March 29, 2008 Michael J. Anderson died of congestive heart failure at South Fulton County Hospital in Atlanta, Georgia where he relocated after Hurricane Katrina. Michael had been a life long resident of New Orleans, LA. Michael was a graduate of John F. Kennedy Senior High School. He was completing a certification as a Barber/Stylist and was preparing to open his own shop in Atlanta. He leaves to cherish his memory five children, Michael, Mikita, Westley, Wialika and Nehemiah Jones, his long time companion Nelkita Jones, adoptive father Arthur P. Augusta Jr., his biological parents West Anderson and Diane Anderson, 10 sisters and 6 brothers. He was preceded in death by his adoptive mother Ruth A. Augusta. Relatives and friends of the family, members of St. Francis Cabrini Church, St. Leo the Great Church are invited to attend a Mass of Christian Burial at St. Leo the Great Church, 2916 Paris Ave., N.O., on Saturday, April 5, 2008 at 10:00 AM. Visitation will begin at 9:00 AM. Burial will be private. Boyd-Brooks Funeral Service, LLC 3245 Gentilly Blvd New Orleans, LA 70122 (504) 282-1202 Times Picayune 04/4/2008. **************************************** 000027 Andrews - Ada Mae Andrews, a native of Kenner, LA, entered eternal rest after a brief illness on Tuesday, April 8, 2008. She was 58. Mrs. Andrews was born in New Orleans, LA and resided in Kenner much of her life. She was an active member of True Fellowship Full Gospel Church. She leaves to mourn her children Donyale, Deianira and Tyrone Andrews; one grandson Jeremy Kaufman; five brothers, 9 sisters as well as a host of nieces and nephews. Relatives and friends of the family, also pastors, officers and members of True Fellowship Full Gospel Church and employees of East Jefferson General Hospital are invited to attend the Funeral Services from True Fellowship Full Gospel Church, 416 Wilker Neal Ave., Metairie, LA on Saturday, April 12, 2008 at 12:00 noon. Rev. David Jenkins officiating. Viewing will begin at 10:00 am until time of services. Interment: Providence Memorial Park Cemetery, Metairie, LA. Richardson Funeral Home of Jefferson in charge of arrangements. Times Picayune 04/11/2008 **************************************** 000028 Ansardi - Clarence A. Ansardi on Wednesday, March 26, 2008 at 8:10 AM. Age 71 years. Beloved companion of Shawn Smith. Beloved father of William C. and Brianna Ansardi. Father in law of Sharon Hill Ansardi. Brother of Mildred A. Hannakan, Amelia A. Hartshorn, Adrian Ansardi Jr. and the late Arthur F., George J. Sr, Morris P. and Louis Ansardi. Grandfather of Christopher Lawrence, Heather, Rebecca and Reanna Ansardi. Also survived by 8 great great grandchildren, nieces and nephews. A life long resident of St. Bernard Parish. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Funeral Service at ST. BERNARD MEMORIAL FUNERAL HOME, 701 West Virtue Street, Chalmette, LA 70043 on Wednesday, April 2, 2008 at 7:00 PM. Interment will be private. Visitation from 6:00 PM until 9:00 PM on Wednesday. In lieu of flowers, donations to family appreciated. Times Picayune 04/1/2008. **************************************** 000029 Antoine - Lillie Bell Baptiste Antoine went home to be with the Lord on Saturday, April 5, 2008 at the age of 90. Beloved wife of the late William Davis by 1st marriage and Louis Leon Antoine by 2nd marriage. Devoted mother of Denard W. (Yvonne) Davis and Merlyn Antoine (Eugene F.) Thomas. Stepmother of Roy Davis. Daughter of the late Rev. Joseph and Ruth Pearl Baptiste. Sister of Cora B. Kelly, Olden Baptiste, the late Rosa B. Hoffmann, Margurite B. Watkins, Rev. Sidney J., James A. and Othello A. Baptiste. Grandmother of Khaleem M. Sylva, Donna Davis and Dorma Davis. Great-grandmother of Khaliyah Sylva, Brittany Cutno, LaDonna M. Davis, Stephanie Y. Davis and Enam D-Eva. Great- great-grandmother of Micah Cutno. Devoted friend of Lula Peterson, Rev. Ernest and Marie London. Also survived by a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Mrs. Antoine was a member of Shiloh Baptist Church where she served as the Building Fund Secretary for many years; she was also a member of VFW Ladies Auxliary Post 2403 of Algiers and 14th Benevolent Association. She was a former employee of Orleans Parish School Board. Relatives and friends of the family; also pastors, officers and members of Shiloh, Greater Providence and Holy Trinity Baptist Churches and all neighboring churches are invited to attend Funeral Services on Saturday, April 12, 2008 at 11:00 a.m. at Shiloh Baptist Church, 723 Magellan Street, Gretna, LA. Rev. Dr. Ernest London, officiating. Visitation will begin at 9:00 a.m. Interment in McDonoghville Cemetery, Gretna, LA. Professional services entrusted to: MURRAY HENDERSON FUNERAL HOME 1209 Teche Street, Algiers, LA Times Picayune 04/11/2008 **************************************** 000030 Aponte - Jose R. Aponte passed away on Tuesday, April 16, 2008. Beloved husband of the late Doris Guillot Aponte. Father of Anita A. Messina, Jose R. Aponte, Jr., Carlos J. Aponte and Carla A. Harrison. Son of the late Marta Martinez and Rafael Aponte. Brother of Aida Gonzales and the late Lydia Bacque and Carmen Quinones. Grandfather of Chad, Garrett and Logan Messina, Jennifer and Jose Aponte, III, Kira Riches and Carlos Aponte, Jr. and Jessica Harrison. Great grandfather of Vincent and Gavin Messina. Also survived by nieces and nephews. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Funeral Mass at LAKE LAWN METAIRIE FUNERAL HOME, 5100 Pontchartrain Blvd. (in Metairie Cemetery), on Saturday, April 19, 2008 at 1:00 PM. Interment will follow in Lake Lawn Park. Visitation on Saturday from 10:00 AM until service time. In lieu of flowers, donations preferred to the American Cancer Society, 2605 River Road, Jefferson, La, 70121. To sign and view the Family Guestbook, please visit www.lakelawnmetairie.com. Times Picayune 04/18/2008 **************************************** 000031 Appleby - Mr. James Bradford Appleby died on Wednesday, April 16, 2008 at Ochsner Foundation Hospital in New Orleans. He was a native of Tennessee and resident of Ponchatoula, LA. Survivors include his daughters: Pamela A. Haywood and Janice A. Ferguson; son, James C. "Jimmy" Appleby; 6 grandchildren; 6 great-grandchildren; and faithful companion, Gabby. He was preceded in death by his parents: Curtis Savage Appleby and Rose Hooper Appleby; and his brothers: Donald and George Appleby. Visitation at Geisler Funeral Home in Ponchatoula, LA on Monday, April 21, 2008 from 10:00 am until the service at 12:00 noon. Condolences may be expressed at www.geislerfuneralhome.net. Times Picayune 04/20/2008. **************************************** 000032 Arbo - Lester Henry Arbo, Jr., of New Orleans, LA and lately a resident of Daphne, AL, died suddenly on Wednesday, March 26, 2008 while vacationing in Mexico. He was 75. He graduated from Jesuit High School and Tulane University, then served in and was honorably discharged from the U.S. Army. He was retired after a long career as a civil engineer and manager of oil related service companies, both domestic and international. Survivors include his wife of 51 years, Betty Frame Arbo, two sons Bruce Michael Arbo of Daphne, AL and Robert Lester Arbo of Woodbridge, VA, a daughter, Alison Elizabeth Arbo of Albuquerque, NM and five grandchildren. He is also survived by a brother, Edward Boykin Arbo and sister, Patricia Duncan Scott. He was preceded in death by his father and mother, Lester Henry Arbo, Sr. and Catherine Johnson Arbo and a sister, Ann Arbo Butler. Family and friends are invited to attend a Memorial Service on Saturday, April 26, 2008 at Jesuit High School at 4133 Banks St., New Orleans, LA. Visitation will begin at 11:00 A.M. in St. Ignatius Hall on the third floor of the administration wing, followed by a Memorial Mass in Holy Name of Jesus Chapel, the small chapel on the second floor. Interment will be on Monday, April 28, 2008 during a private ceremony at the National Cemetery in Biloxi, MS. In lieu of flowers, donations in his memory may be made to Jesuit High School at the above address. Times Picayune 04/24/2008. **************************************** 000033 Arceneaux - Annie "Stella" Tabor Arceneaux passed away on Sunday, April 6, 2008. She was born September 17, 1927 to the late Annie Baredell and Raul Tabor. The beloved wife of the late Elgin L. Arceneaux, Sr., she is survived by one daughter, April A. Mayo; one son, Elgin L., Jr.; one sister, Margaret T. Melancon and four grandchildren: Marilyn A. and Carl J. Mayo, Richard L. and Jonathan L. Arceneaux. She was preceded in death by two sisters, Lillian T. Arceneaux and Dorothy T. Batemps and a brother, Louis Tabor. A native of Thibodeaux, she was a resident of New Orleans since 1944, a devoted parishioner at Immaculate Heart of Mary in New Orleans East and a member of the Blue Army of Mary. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the Funeral Mass on Tuesday, April 8, 2008 at 11:00 AM from the Chapel at E.J. Fielding Funeral Home, 2260 W. 21st Ave., Covington, LA 70433. Visitation will begin Tuesday at 9:00 AM. Interment will follow mass at Pinecrest Memorial Gardens in Covington. In lieu of flowers, Masses preferred. Sign the family Guest Book online at www.ejfieldingfh.com. Times Picayune 04/7/2008. **************************************** 000034 Arcuri - Dallace "Sally" B. Arcuri, age 75, died on Sunday, April 27, 2008. Beloved wife of Frank J. Arcuri for 26 years. Devoted mother of Luther M. Creel, Jr., Paul G. Campo, Jr., Darlene B. Huff, Keith F. Brunies and the late Craig S. Brunies, Sr. Loving grandmother of Katrina K. Gagliano, Kristopher P. Kelley, Paul G. Campo, III, and Craig S. Brunies, Jr. Loving great grandmother of Miranda M. Tufaro, Kaos B. Gagliano, Isaiah K. Kelley and Christian D. Lassitter. She is also survived by her sisters Girley and Donis; nieces, nephews and friends. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Funeral Service at LAKE LAWN METAIRIE FUNERAL HOME, 5100 Pontchartrain Blvd. (in Metairie Cemetery), on Thursday, May 1, 2008 at 1:00 p.m. Interment will follow in All Saints Mausoleum. Visitation will begin at 11:00 a.m. To sign and view the Family Guestbook, please visit www.lakelawnmetairie.com. Times Picayune 04/29/2008 **************************************** 000035 Aris - Jonathan N. Aris passed away on Saturday, April 12, 2008. Age 19 years. Beloved son of Danilo Aris and Marie-Jose Lanez. Brother of Jessica V. Aris. Step-son of Gregory P. Nichols. Half-brother of Lahcene Lanez and Sophie Aris. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Funeral Service at LAKE LAWN METAIRIE FUNERAL HOME CHAPEL, 5100 Pontchartrain Blvd. (in Metairie Cemetery) on Friday, April 18, 2008 at 2:00 PM. Interment will follow in Metairie Cemetery. Visitation will begin at 12:00 noon. To sign and view the Family Guestbook, please visit www.lakelawnmetairie.com. Times Picayune 04/17/2008. **************************************** 000036 August - Myrtle Cummings August was called home to be with the Lord on Monday, March 31, 2008. Mother of Howard (Mary), and Leon (Muriel) Breaud, Linda (Gregory) Peters and the late Harold and Emile August. Daughter of the late Silas and Mable W. Cummings. Sisters of Silas and Cleveland Lewis, Elvera, Ursula, and Barbara. Also survived by a host of grandchildren, great grandchildren, other relatives and friends. Age 74 years, a native and a resident of New Orleans, La. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the Funeral Service at Davis Mortuary Service, 230 Monroe St., Gretna, La., on Saturday, April 5, 2008 at 10:00a.m. Pastor Kenneth Peters Sr. Visitation will begin at 8:00a.m. until service time at the above named parlor. Interment: McDonoghville Cemetery - Gretna, La. Arrangements by Davis Mortuary Service 230 Monroe St. Gretna, La. Times Picayune 04/4/2008. **************************************** 000037 Aupied - Mr. Warren Stephen Aupied passed away on Saturday, April 19, 2008 at Ochsner Hospital in Kenner, LA. He was the beloved husband of Donna Zeairs Aupied. Devoted father of Edgar Paul Aupied. Son of the late Edgar Joseph Aupied, Jr. and Mathilda Duker Aupied. Brother of Craig Aupied, Rodney "Pee Wee" Aupied, Jackie Aupied Johnson, Pamela Aupied Chugden and the late Micael Aupied. Also survived by a host of nieces and nephews. Age 56 year. A native of New Orleans, LA and a LaPlace, LA for the past 21 years. Mr. Aupied was an area Sales Manager for Borden Milk Company. Relatives, friends and employees of Borden Milk Products, Eustis Insurance, Archbishop Rummel HS and Wolf Camera are invited to attend the Funeral Mass from the Metairie home of LAMANA-PANNO-FALLO, 1717 Veterans Memorial Blvd. at Bonnabel Blvd. on Friday, April 25, 2008 at 12 o'clock noon. Visitatinwill be held on Thursday evening, April 24, 2008 from 5 o'clock p.m. until 9 o'clock p.m. and on Friday morning from 10 o'clock a.m. untl Funeral Mass time. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions to The American CancerSociety of LA, 2605 River Road, N.O., LA 70121. Sign On-Line Guest Book at www.mem.com. Funeral information: (504) 831-9901. Times Picayune 04/23/2008 **************************************** 000038 Babin - Doctor Alcest L. Babin, Jr., age 79, died on April 12, 2008 at 10:45PM. A native and resident of Raceland, LA. Survived by wife, Marion "Pie" Grabert Babin; sons, Dr. Lance Babin and wife Cathy, Ray Babin and wife Stacy, Ted Babin and wife Donna, Tim Babin and wife Annette, and Tom Babin; 10 grandchildren and 1 great-grandchild. Preceded in death by parents, Alcest Babin, Sr. and Marie Toups Babin; sisters, Iris Cormier, Marie Weimer and Margurite Babin. He was a parishioner of St. Mary's Catholic Church and was in the US Navy. A member of American Legion, V.F.W., K of C, Grand Marshall Club, Bayou District Dental Assc. and School Board member for 29 years in Lafourche. Visitation from 9:00 AM until 11:00 AM on Tuesday, April 15, 2008 at St. Mary's Church. Mass of Christian Burial at 11:00 AM on April 15, 2008 at St. Mary's Catholic Church in Raceland, LA. Interment St. Mary's Catholic Cemetery. Arrangements under the direction of Falgout Funeral Homes, Inc. of Raceland, Louisiana. Times Picayune 04/14/2008. **************************************** 000039 Babin - Hazel Pontiff Babin, a resident of Ellsworth, died at 3:20 a.m. Wednesday, April 16, 2008. She was 94. Services will be held Friday, April 18, 2008 at Landry's Funeral Home, Thibodaux, LA from 6:00 p.m. until 10:00 p.m. and Saturday morning from 8:00 a.m. until funeral Mass at 10:00 a.m. at St. Bridget Catholic Church. She is survived by two daughters: Julia Marcel Constant and husband, Kenneth and Jeanette Marcel Naquin. Also survived by 12 grandchildren, 26 great-grandchildren, 6 great-great- grandchildren, 6 step-grand-children and 13 step-great- grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Sidney Adam Babin; and her former husband, David Joseph Marcel; her parents: Josef and Angelique Duplantis Pontiff; two sons: Orey Galle and Jack Marcel; three step- daughters: Rose Babin Gouzien, Kate Babin Pontiff and Doris Babin Greshner; five grandchildren: Cindy, Marsha and Leta Marcel, Bruce Moore and Jennifer Constant Hebert; one sister, Minerva "Mae" Gudan; and one brother, Herman Pontiff. She was co-owner of Babin's Grocery on Little Bayou Black working there for 44 years. Her main hobby was "pen pals". She had as many as 80 corresponding with them over many years. She was a faithful parishioner of St. Bridget Catholic Church. LANDRY'S FUENRAL HOME, Thibodaux, LA is in charge of arrangements. Times Picayune 04/17/2008. **************************************** 000040 Baer - Ruth Albrecht Baer of Gainsville, FL, April 8, 2008. Born Ruth Elizabeth Albrecht on December 9, 1920, older by five minutes than her twin sister Carolyn, to Lillian Urban Albrecht and Ernst Albrecht of New Orleans, LA. She is preceded in death by her husband of 49 years, Martin, and her younger brother Philip. She is survived by her sister Carolyn of Novato, CA, sons Paul of Jersey City and Charles of Gainsville, FL, and her granddaughter Norma Corinne Baer Wayne of Gainsville. Ruth attended McMain High School in New Orleans and Newcomb College, Phi Beta Kappa, class of 1942. She subsequently obtained at Masters Degree in Psychology from Stanford University and a PhD in Psychology from the University of California at Berkley. She taught at Chico State College and Modesto Junior College. In 1958 she married Martin Baer and moved to Berkeley CA, where she bore and raised her two sons. The family moved to Houston in 1972. She returned to part-time work as a clinical psychologist with the Texas Institute for Family Psychiatry, where she worked until her retirement in 1987. After her retirement she lived part time in Houston and part time in Novato CA. She and her husband moved to Gainsville in 2004. Ruth was a scholar, an intellectual, a loving wife and mother, and a deeply compassionate person. She was cherished by her friends, and adored and admired by her children's friends. She loved reading, crossword puzzles, tea, and cake. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests a contribution to the charity of one's choice. Please contact Charles or Paul Baer re services. Arrangements are under the care of WILLIAMS-THOMAS DOWNTOWN FUNERAL HOME, 404 N. Main St. (352)376-7556 Times Picayune 04/15/2008. **************************************** 000041 Bagent - Harry "Peeni" "Mac" Bagent, Sr. departed this life on Wednesday, April 9, 2008 at 6:30p.m. Beloved husband of the late Sally Ann Bagent. Son of Laverne B. Jones and Harold Manson. Stepson of Edward Jones, Sr. Father of Harry (Wanda) Bagent, Jr. Grandfather of Gabrielle and Jordan. Brother of Pamela Johnson Mark, Alton, Edward Jr., and Keith (Cynitha) Jones. Son-in-law of Selena Pugh and the late Ernest Pugh. Brother-in-law of Clara Noel, Amanda (Dennis) Stokes, Keisha (Curtis) White, and Henry (Catherine) Noel. Devoted nephew of Claudia (Renaldo) Phillips of Ohio, Samuel (Glenda) Mithchell, Jr., and Timothy Taylor. Great nephew of Minnie Mae Davis of Sontag, Ms. Also survived by a host of nieces, nephe. A native of New Orleans, La. and a resident of Gretna, La. Relatives and friends of the family; also pastors, officers, and members of Sunrise Baptist Church, Thompson Temple Church of God In Christ, and First Emanuel Baptist Church and neighboring churches; employees of Jefferson Parish Sewerage Department, Coke Cola, Bethesda Comm., Boh Bros, and Wal Mart are invited to attend the Funeral Service at Sunrise Baptist Church, 1235 LeBoeuf St., Gretna, La. on Friday, April 18, 2008 at 11:00a.m. Elder James Cheatteam, officiating. Visitation will begin at 9:00a.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 04/17/2008 **************************************** 000042 Bailey - Raymond E. Bailey on Sunday, March 30, 2008. Age 81 years. Beloved husband of Rose Mary Newman Bailey for 55 years. Father of Raymond E. Bailey, Jr., Corinne Bailey and Mary Freeman. Grandfather of Jessica Bailey, Brandon Bailey and Jennifer Bailey. Son of the late Joseph D. Bailey and Corinne Behrens Bailey. Brother of the late Joseph G. Bailey. Father-in-law of T. J. Freeman. Brother-in-law of Winnie Bailey, Adreah Egan, Betty Bergeron, Mary Lamkin and Opal Newman. Also survived by numerous nieces and nephews. Mr. Bailey retired after 34 years from Bell South and was a staff sergeant with the US Army. He was a member of American Legion Post 175, 40 & 8 member, First Friday Social Club and a parishioner of St. Francis Xavier. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Funeral Mass at St. Francis Xavier Church, 444 Metairie Rd on Wednesday, April 2, 2008 at 12:00 noon. Interment will follow in Lake Lawn Park. Visitation will begin at 10:00 AM at the church. In lieu of flowers masses preferred in his name. Arrangements by LAKE LAWN METAIRIE FUNERAL HOME. To sign and view the Family Guestbook, please visit www.lakelawnmetairie.com. Times Picayune 04/1/2008. **************************************** 000043 Baker - Joseph M. "Joe" Baker, of Rockwall, TX, passed away April 27, 2008. He was born October 13, 1949, in Champaign, IL, to Harry J. Baker, Jr. and Audrey Cole. Joe served his country in the United States Army, and was a Blues musician, a magician, an expert Chess player and a traveler. He lived in New Orleans for several years before moving to Texas in 2001. Joe was employed with Ace Hardware in Rockwall. Joe is survived by his brother: John Baker and wife Judy of Rockwall, TX; sisters: Martha McDonnell and husband Thomas of Waterford Twp., MI, and Alisha Baker and husband Robert of Houston, TX; nephews: Maxwell J. Baker of Rockwall, TX, and Daniel McDonnell of MI; nieces: Rebecca Malone of MI, and Katie Johnston of MI; stepmother: RaVenna Baker of Cedar City, UT; and a large group of extended family and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents; and brother: Daniel Baker. A service will be held 7:30pm, Thursday, May 1, 2008, at Rest Haven Funeral Home-Rockwall Chapel with Dr. Aubrey Patterson officiating. The family will receive friends Thursday evening at the funeral home at 6:00pm. For more information, please visit www.resthavenfuneral.com. REST HAVEN ROCKWALL CHAPEL 2500 State Highway 66 East ROCKWALL, TEXAS (972) 771-8641 Times Picayune 04/29/2008. **************************************** 000044 Baker - Melvin Noah Baker was born April 14, 2008 and God's precious angel was returned to him on April 22, 2008. Loving him and missing him are his parents Belvin and Shevelle Baker. Brother of Havshon Miller and Belvin Baker. Grandson of Erma Forbes, Asalee Baker, Tom Brown, and Warren Fontenette, as well as his aunts, uncles, cousins, and many other family and friends. A graveside service will be held at McDonoghville Cemetery-Gretna, La. on Friday, April 25, 2008 at 10:00a.m. Rev. London officiating. Arrangements by Davis Mortuary Service 230 Monroe St. Gretna, La. Times Picayune 04/24/2008. **************************************** 000045 Ball - John Warren Ball, a retiree of Halliburton, passed away on Friday, April 11, 2008. Beloved husband of the late Frances Clare Lunsford Ball. Father of Peggy B. Harvey, James Robert, and the late John Berkley Ball. Father-in-law of the late Michael Charles Harvey. Brother of the late Joey Stratton, Ann Herrin, and Corinne Stafford. Grandfather of Jessica H. Lambert and Zachary M. Harvey. Age 91 years, a native of Angie, LA and resident of Gretna, LA. Mr. Ball was a U. S. Army Veteran and Member of VFW Post 6402. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend a Funeral Service in the parlor of MOTHE FUNERAL HOME, 1300 Vallette St., Algiers, LA on Monday, April 14, 2008 at 11:00 AM. Interment in Westlawn Memorial Park Cemetery, Gretna, LA. Visitation will be Monday morning from 9:00 AM until service time. Information: 366-4343. Times Picayune 04/13/2008. **************************************** 000046 Balsamo - Lyndsay Ann Bowie Balsamo passed away on Monday, April 14, 2008 at St. Mary's Hospital in Richmond, VA after a courageous battle of melonoma cancer. She is survived by her beloved husband, Jimmy Balsamo and was a devoted mother to Caleigh and Eliza Balsamo. She was the loving daughter of Babs Bowie and the late Donald W. Bowie and sister of Erica B. Murphy and her husband, Jimmy and their daughter, Caitlin. She was the cherished daughter-in- law of John D. and Lynn (Grevemberg) Balsamo of River Ridge, LA. Lyndsay was the sister-in-law of Johnny Balsamo and his wife Misty and aunt of Brandon and Brittany Balsamo of Loragner, LA. A Memorial Services was held at Christ Church Episcopal in Glen Allen, VA on Sunday, April 20, 2008. Times Picayune 04/30/2008. **************************************** 000047 Banister - Bessie Ann Banister on Sunday, April 13, 2008. Funeral Service will be held on Modnay, April 21, 2008 at Charbonnet-Labat Funeral Home, 1615 St. Philip St. at 10:00 a.m. Intemrent will be PRIVATE. Visitation will begin at 9:00 a.m. CHARBONNET-LABAT-GLAPION, Directors (504) 581- 4411 Times Picayune 04/20/2008. **************************************** 000048 Banks - Andrew Lawrence Banks, age 24 of Harahan, LA, died of injuries suffered in an automobile accident, on Wednesday, April 9, 2008. Beloved son of proud parents Andrew Ronald Banks and Margaret Roberts Banks. Loving father of Baileigh Elizabeth Banks (mother - Crystal Lynn Normand). Brother of Ashlyn Marie Banks. Grandson of Enola Dufrene, the late Lawrence "Buddy" Roberts, Mary Ann Banks and the late Ronald Nevel Banks. Also survived by a host of aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. Andrew will be sadly missed by all of us. Family and friends are invited to attend visitation to be held at Tharp-Sontheimer-Tharp, 1600 N. Causeway Blvd., Metairie, LA on Sunday, April 13, 2008 from 6:00 p.m. untl 11:00 p.m. and again on Monday morning, April 14, 2008 from 9:00 a.m. until 12:00 noon when a Funeral Service will be held at the Funeral Home's Chapel. Interment in Jefferson Memorial Gardens, 11316 River Road, St. Rose, LA. Times Picayune 04/12/2008. **************************************** 000049 Bannister - Shirley M. Mills Bannister on Sunday, April 6, 2008 at Ochsner Hospital. Beloved wife of the late Dan Bannister. Daughter of the Olivia Mills. Mother of Dorothy M.B. Reynolds, Steven, Charles (Wendy), Larry and Darvis Bannister. Sister of Bishop Victoria McSwain, Rita Mae Samuel and Louis Ridgley. Brother-in-law of Joe N. McSwain. Devoted friend of Sidney Davis for over 32 years. Also survived by 3 grandchildren and a host of other relatives and friends. Age 67. Relatives and friends, pastor, officers and members of St. James Ministry COGIC, and all neighboring churches are invited to attend the funeral services at St. James Ministry COGIC, 3404 Andover St., Shrewsburg on Saturday, April 12, 2008 for 10AM. Elder James Williams Pastor, Bishop Emmittee Strickland officiating. Church Visitation Saturday 9AM til hour of services. Interment Providence Cemetery. Professional Services entrusted to Littlejohn Funeral Home 2163 Aubry St. Cal K. Johnson - Manager/Funeral Director Information: 940- 0045 Times Picayune 04/11/2008 **************************************** 000050 Barbara - Felix R. "Cat" Barbara, Jr. was welcomed into heaven on Tuesday, April 22, 2008. Age 73, born in New Orleans and resided in Kenner and St. Rose. He was a U.S. Army Veteran and retired from Shell Chemical Company. Beloved husband of Magdalen Miller Barbara. Loving father of Linda Margaret Barbara and Felix Ralph Barbara, III. Son of the late Felix R. Barbara, Sr. and Velma Troxler Barbara. Brother of Shirley B. Nichols, Betty B. Bergeron, Ruth B. McCormick (Jim) and the late Gloria Jackson. Also survived by 3 granddaughters and 2 great-grandchildren. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend a Funeral Mass at St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church, 13396 River Road, Destrehan on Friday, April 25, 2008 at 2:30 p.m. Visitation at the church from 12:30 until time of service. Interment in St. Charles Borromeo Cemetery. L. A. Muhleisen and Son Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. Times Picayune 04/25/2008. **************************************** 000051 Barlow - Ronald David Barlow passed away on Thursday, April 3, 2008. Beloved husband of Winifred Harris Barlow. Brother of the late Lillian James and Hilda Bates. Also survived by numerous nieces and nephews. Aged 90 years, a native of Salford, England and a resident of Mandeville, LA for the past 39 years. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the Memorial Services on Saturday, April 5, 2008 at 11:00 AM at Christ Episcopal Church, 120 S. New Hampshire, Covington, LA 70433. E.J. Fielding Funeral Home Inc., 2260 W. 21st. Ave., Covington, LA 70433, entrusted with the arrangements. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Hospice of St. Tammany, 1203 S. Tyler St., Covington, LA 70433. Sign Guest Book online at www.ejfieldingfh.com. Times Picayune 04/5/2008. **************************************** 000052 Barnes - Abbie Williams Barnes departed this life on Tuesday, March 25, 2008 at 8:45 A.M. in Forrest City, AR. Age 92 years, wife of the late August Barnes, loving mother of Terris B. Stanton and Jewel M. Barnes, grandmother of Duane Osbey, Donnis Osbey and Keiva S. Jolla (Terroll). She is also survived by four great-grandchildren. Relatives and friends of the family, also Sixth Baptist Church, Beth Salem Baptist Church of Forrest City, AR., Orleans Parish School Board and VA Medical Center are invited to attend the Funeral Service on Thursday, April 3, 2008 at Household of Faith Family Worship International Church, 630 Jackson Ave., at 10 A.M. Visitation will begin at 9 A.M. Rev. Irvin Scales, Officiating. Interment: Mt. Olivet Cemetery. Arrangements by Clay Funeral Home of Forrest City, AR and D.W. Rhodes Funeral Home, 1020 Virgil St. Gretna, LA. Please visit our website www.rhodesfuneral.com to sign the guest book. Times Picayune 04/2/2008. **************************************** 000053 Barnes - Brandon "Big Head" Barnes entered into eternal rest on Tuesday, April 8, 2008. Age 19. Beloved son of Eniel Ambrose and the late Mathilda Barnes. Stepson of Betty Y. Ambrose. Adopted son of Tanya Ricks. Loving brother of Trince (Lamar), Maisha, Ashley, Gerald (Nicole), Demond (Daphne) and Eneal Garner. Stepbrother of Girad (Lashon), Kevin (Dionne), Sandra Young and the late Janet Jones. Grandson of Verlane Ambrose and Marie Brumfield. Also survived by a host of aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins other relatives and friends. A Funeral Services will be held on Wednesday, April 16, 2008 at 10:00am at Majestic Mortuary 1833 Oretha C. Haley Blvd. Visitation 9:00am. Dr. Emanuel Smith, Jr. Pastor and Rev. Mark Napoleon Officiating. Interment: Greenstreet Cemetery. Arrangements entrusted to Majestic Mortuary 504-523-5872 Times Picayune 04/15/2008. **************************************** 000054 Barnes - Brandon Barnes funeral service will be held on Wednesday, April 16, 2008 at Majestic Mortuary, 1833 Oretha C. Haley Blvd., at 10:00 a.m. Visitation 9:00 a.m. Rev. David E. Smith officiating. Interment Carrollton Cemetery. Times Picayune 04/16/2008. **************************************** 000055 Barnes - Cleaster " Clea " Jones Barnes, age 88, on Thursday, March 27, 2008. Beloved wife of the late Sawyer F. Barnes. Daughter of the late Edward and Maggie Jones. Mother of Claudia B. Harper, Myra B. Johnson and Keith F. Barnes (Donna M.). Grand mother of Sean and Kimberly Barnes, Tanya and Sean Joseph, Farrah and Quentin Jones, Terroll Johnson Dees, Gahada White, Danielle Monteiro and the late Jamal C. Johnson. Great grand mother of Brandon, Carli and Gabrielle Barnes, Romalis Harper, Kalen, Alexis and Lauren Joseph, Obasi and Mekhi Dees. also survived by a host of god- children, nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Relatives, friends of the family, priests and parishioners of St. Gabriel the Archangel Catholic Church; employees of the Archdiocese of New Orleans Food services and Trinity Hospice are invited to attend the service. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Thursday, April 3, 2008 at St. Gabriel the Archangel Catholic Church, 4700 Pineda St. at Louis St.---11 o'clock AM. Interment St. Vincent De Paul Cemetery (Louis St. ). Visitation 9:30 o'clock AM in the church. CHARBONNET-LABAT-GLAPION, Directors (504) 581-4411 Times Picayune 04/2/2008. **************************************** 000056 Barnes - Herbert "Penny Man" Barnes on Thursday, April 17, 2008. Burial will be PRIVATE. CHARBONNET-LABAT- GLAPION, Directors (504) 581-4411 Times Picayune 04/26/2008. **************************************** 000057 Barr - The Angel of The Lord took Kevin Patrick Barr, age 57, in Richmond, TX on Wednesday, April 9, 2008 after a valiant effort to overcome cancer. He was a faithful, loving husband of Mary Jo Leroux Barr and a devoted father of David M. Barr, Douglas E. Barr and Scott R. Barr. Grandfather to Alexis L. Barr, Patrick J. Barr and Felicity R. Cleary. Kevin was the beloved son of Virginia Barr and Julius E. Barr (deceased),and brother to Gregory R. Barr and Donna Barr. Kevin graduated with a Bachelor of Arts degree from LSU at New Orleans. He touched the lives of many he worked with during his 30 years of service in the oil fields with Bariod/Halliburton, Shell Oil, and as fluids advisor for Exxon/Mobil in Indonesia, Malaysia, Qatar and as in-house fluids advisor for Exxon/Mobil and Baker Hughes in Lagos. Services will be held at St. Catherine of Sienna Catholic Church with visitation beginning at 10:00AM with a Catholic Mass to follow at 11:00AM on Wednesday, April 16, 2008. Burial will be immediately after church services at All Saints Mausoleum, Metairie, LA. A Memorial Service for friends and business associates in Richmond, TX will be arranged at a later date. The family requests that donations be made, in lieu of flowers, to the Multiple Myeloma Research Foundation, 383 Main Ave., Merritt View - 5 th Floor, Norwalk, CT 06851 or www.multiplemyeloma.org. Arrangements, LAKE LAWN METAIRIE FUNERAL HOME. To view and sign the guest book please go to www.lakelawnmetairie.com. Times Picayune 04/15/2008. **************************************** 000058 Bartholomae - Lee Thomas Bartholomae, Sr., a retired Safety & Security Director for the U.S. Government, passed away Saturday, April 5, 2008 in Baton Rouge, LA at the age of 84. He was a native of Jacksonville, Fl. and resident of Baton Rouge. He was a U.S. Army veteran and served in the Normandy Invasion. Visitation will be at Ourso Funeral Home - Gonzales, Monday, April 7, 2008 from 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM. Visitation on Tuesday, April 8, 2008 will be at St. Stephens Catholic Church - Whitehall, La. from 9:00 AM - until Mass of Christian Burial at 11:00 AM conducted by Rev. Msgr. Gerald Lefebvre. Burial will follow at Whitehall Community Cemetery, Whitehall, LA. He is survived by his wife, Belva Delatte Bartholomae - Baton Rouge, La.; 1 daughter and son- in-law, Loretta B. Jeter and William Jeter - Baton Rouge, La.; 2 sons and daughters-in-law, Lee Thomas "Tom" and Charlene Bartholomae - Kentwood, La. and James Fredrick "Jimmy" and Cindy Bartholomae - Chalmette, La.; 7 grandchildren, Nathan, Katie, Grace, Jamie, Michael, Theresa and Mark. He was a member of V.F.W., American Legion, NARFD, and an avid woodworker. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to Baton Rouge Hospice, 9063 Siegen Lane - Suite A - Baton Rouge, LA 70810. Times Picayune 04/7/2008 **************************************** 000059 Bashful - Garfield Bashful, III died Friday, March 21, 2008 in McComb, MS. Beloved son of Geneva and the late Garfield Bashful, Jr. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend a Funeral Service at Majestic Mortuary, 1833 Oretha C. Haley Blvd., on Friday, April 4, 2008 at 11:00am. Visitation 10:00am. Interment: RestHaven Memorial Park. Arrangements entrusted to Majestic Mortuary 504-523-5872 Times Picayune 04/3/2008. **************************************** 000060 Batiste - Ms. Isabella Tyson Batiste, a nurse, passed away at home, on Wednesday, April 9, 2008. Age 75. A native and resident of Covington, LA. Daughter of the late Edward Tyson and Melvina Lawrence Tyson. Mother of Leonard Parker, Jr. of Covington, LA, Albert Batiste of Compton, CA, Countess Parker Carter, Covington, LA, Linda Parker, Covington, LA, Trina Batiste, Compton, CA and JoAnn Mitchell, Compton, CA. Sister of Calvin Tyson and Norma Williams. Also survived by 22 grandchildren, 12 great- grandchildren and 4 great-great-grand-children. Funeral Services on Saturday, April 19, 2008 at 11:00 a.m. at First Missionary Baptist Church, Covington, LA. Visitation 5:00 - 7:30 p.m. Wake Service at 7:30 p.m. on Friday, April 18, 2008. Interment Abbey Memorial Cemetery, Compton, CA. Richardson Funeral Home of Hammond, LA in charge of arrangements. Times Picayune 04/16/2008 **************************************** 000061 Baudier - Terri Louque Baudier Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, April 29, 2008, at a 10:00 AM Mass of Christian Burial in St. Genevieve Catholic Church in Lafayette, for Terri Louque Baudier, 43, who passed away on Saturday, April 26, 2008 at Lafayette General Medical Center in Lafayette. Entombment will be in Calvary Mausoleum. Rev. Martin Borcherding, Celebrant and Pastor of St. Elizabeth Seton Catholic Church in Lafayette, along with Rev. Curtis Mallet, concelebrant and Pastor of St. Genevieve Catholic Church in Lafayette and Rev. John Gale "Buddy" Breaux, concelebrant and Pastor of St. Joseph Catholic Church in Loreauville, will conduct the funeral Mass. Giftbearers will be Brady and Natalie Louque. Lectors will be Milton Rohm and Mike Boyer. Brittany Morvant and Phillip Fisher, vocalists, accompanied by Dusty Tanner, organist and Becky Greig, saxophonist, will sing musical selections for the services. Survivors include her beloved husband of 10 years, Bruce C. Baudier of Breaux Bridge; one daughter, Brie Angelle Baudier of Breaux Bridge; one stepson, Robert Scott Baudier and his wife Josie Garber of Chattanooga, TN; her father, Herman A. Louque of Norco, LA; one sister, Joann Louque Schexnaydre of Metairie, LA; one brother, Mark J. Louque and his wife Brenda of Prairieville, LA; several nieces and nephews and her mother-in-law, Mary R. Baudier of New Orleans, LA. She was preceded in death by her mother, Thelma Roux Louque. A native of Norco, LA and a resident of Lafayette, Terri Louque Baudier was the assistant principal of Teurlings Catholic High School in Lafayette. She was a 1982 graduate of Saint Charles Catholic High School in LaPlace. She actively participated in sports and was recognized as outstanding female athlete for two years. She received her Bachelors Degree in Education in 1986 from Southeastern Louisiana University. She returned to St. Charles High School to teach and coach for four years. During those four years, she guided the volleyball team to the state tournament each year. She then moved to the friendly confines of Lafayette to continue coaching volleyball and basketball at St. Thomas More High School. Again, guiding the volleyball team to state tournaments. After five successful seasons and obtaining a Masters Degree in Counseling, she then moved on to Teurlings Catholic High School in Lafayette. Her new job would change her life forever. She met Bruce Baudier who later became her husband. Terri initially served as Assistant Principal and the first female Athletic Director in Lafayette Parish. Currently serving as Assistant Principal of Discipline, she was in her 12th year at Teurlings and continued to earn and maintain the respect of students through her unbiased approach to discipline. She was affiliated with many professional associations including the National Catholic Education Association, Louisiana Association of Assistant Principals, National Association of Secondary School Principals, American Society of Curriculum Development, and Louisiana High School Coaches Association. She will be deeply missed by family, friends, students and staff alike. Terri will continue to influence and inspire all who remember her as warm, compassionate, and always willing to help a friend in need. Pallbearers will be Ryan, Jake, and Bret Schexnaydre, Mark Louque, Robert Baudier and Sonny Charpentier. A Rosary will be prayed Monday, April 28, 2008 at 7:00 PM by Rev. Curtis Mallet in Martin & Castille Funeral Home. The family requests that visitation be observed on Monday from 4:30 PM to 10:00 PM and on Tuesday from 8:00 AM until time of service. In lieu of flowers, donations can be directed to any Home Bank of Lafayette location, c/o Memorial Fund of Terri Baudier. View the obituary and guestbook online at www.mourning.com. Martin & Castille-Lafayette, 234-2311 Times Picayune 04/28/2008. **************************************** 000062 Bauman - Hulene Hanson Bauman passed away on Monday, April 21, 2008 at the age of 61. Formerly married to John B. Bauman. Beloved mother of Jennifer Bauman Ledet, Rebecca L. Bauman and John B. Bauman, Jr. Mother-in-law of Darren Ledet and Nick A. Congemi, Jr. Grandmother of six beautiful grandchildren: Kristian Coates, Allison Coates, Johnny B. Bauman, Brooke Bauman, Hailey Bauman, and Nick A. Congemi III. Step grandchildren: Stephany Ledet, Valerie Ledet, and Isabella Congemi. She was preceded in death by her parents Hugh Hanson and Vergie Booty Hanson. Her sisters: Virginia Hanson Turnage and Juanita Hanson. Mrs. Bauman was born in New Orleans, LA on September 15, 1946. She was a resident of Metairie, LA and an employee of Thyssenkrupp Elevators. Family and friends are invited to attend the Funeral Service from GARDEN OF MEMORIES FUNERAL HOME on Wednesday, April 23, 2008 at 12:00 noon. Interment in GARDEN OF MEMORIES CEMETERY. Visitation will be on Wednesday, April 23, 2008 from 9:00 AM until service time. Friends may sign the online guestbook at www.mem.com or www.legacy.com. Information at (504) 833-3786. Times Picayune 04/22/2008 **************************************** 000063 Beach - Dennis Beach who died at his home in Weston, FL on Sunday, April 27, 2008. He is survived by his wife, Terri; his son, Michael; and his daughter, Megan. He is also survived by three brothers and two sisters: Greg (Diane) Beach, Camp Grove, IL, Kevin (Barb) Beach, Ft. Madison, IA, Ernest (Alex) Beach, Jr., Camp Grove, IL, Kim (Mike) Moschetti, Sierre Vista, AZ and Denise (Hector) Trejo, Ft. Madison, IA. He was predeceased by his parents: Ernest and Millie Beach, Sr.; and two sisters: Audrey and Gretchen. Public viewing will be held at Fred Hunter's Funeral Home, 2401 S. University Drive, Davie, FL on Thursday, May 1, 2008 between 5:00 p.m. and 8:00 p.m. A Private Funeral Service and Burial will take place on Friday, May 2, 2008. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to The American Cancer Society or the Catholic Hospice of Miami. Times Picayune 04/30/2008. **************************************** 000064 Beatmann - Amelia Blanche Beatmann passed away on Saturday, April 5, 2008 after a brief illness. Beloved daughter of Arthur James Beatmann and Reyne Abadie Beatmann; sister of Jude Beatmann; and granddaughter of Emile Pat and Helen Abadie and the late Wilfred "Pete" and Blanche Beatmann. She is also survived by numerous Aunts, Uncles and Cousins. Age 22 years, a native and lifelong resident of Mandeville, LA. A graduate of Fontainbeau High School, she attended Delgado Community College in New Orleans, LA. She was a Kitchen Manager at Petunia's Place in Mandeville, LA. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the funeral mass on Monday, April 7, 2008 at 11:00 AM at Our Lady of the Lake Catholic Church, 312 Lafitte Street, Mandeville, LA 70488. Visitation on Monday will begin at 9:30 AM at the church. Interment will follow in Pinecrest Memorial Gardens, 2280 West 21st Avenue, Covington, LA 70433. In lieu of flowers, the family prefers donation's to the Children's Tumor Foundation, 95 Pine Street, 16th Floor, New York, NY 10005, www.ctf.org. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to E.J. Fielding Funeral Home of Covington, LA. Sign Guest Book online at www.ejfieldingfh.com. Times Picayune 04/6/2008. **************************************** 000065 Becnel - Alma B. Becnel, of Wallace, LA at Thibodaux Regional Medical Center, Thibodaux, LA, on Wednesday, April 16, 2008 at 12:05 p.m. Beloved wife of the late Victor J. (Peno) Becnel. Daughter of the late Emile and Agnes Theard Bastian. Mother of James, Victor Jr., Glenn, Perry and A. Jean Becnel, Irma B. Middleton, Jacqueline B. Bush, Deadria B. Mathieu and Elise B. Kirkland. Also survived by 4 daughters-in-law, 2 sons-in-law, 37 grandchildren, 59 great- grandchildren, 2 sisters, a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. A native and resident of Wallace, LA. Age 91 years. Relatives and friends of the family; also priest and parishjoners of St. Phillip Catholic Church, Vacherie, LA and neighboring churches; employees of St. John Parish Courthouse, Dow St. Charles, St. Helena Parish School System and Community Care Hospital, New Orleans, LA are invited to attend a Mass of Christian Burial on Saturday, April 19, 2008 at 11:00 a.m. from the St. Phillip Catholic Church, Vacherie, LA. Father Louis Oubre, celebrant. Entombment Church Mausoleum. Visitation at the Church after 9:00 a.m. Saturday. THE BALONEY FUNERAL HOME, LLC 399 Earl Baloney Dr., Garyville, LA 70051 Information: (985) 535-2540 in charge of arrangements Times Picayune 04/18/2008. **************************************** 000066 Becnel - Bridget Becnel, age 48, of Eden, North Carolina on Monday, April 21, 2008. Beloved daughter of Rose Boudoin Becnel Gollotte and the late Lester C. Becnel. Sister of Randy C. Becnel and aunt of Kevin C. Becnel. Preceded in death by her father, Lester; step-father, Roy Gollotte; aunts: Edith Vampran, Audrey Abadie and Lillian Savoie; and uncle, Ujie Boudoin. Survived by her mother, Rose; brother, Randy; nephew, Kevin; aunts: Rita LaMartiniere, Alice Robichaux and Vera Becnel Mailhes; and uncle, William Becnel. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Funeral Service at Greenwood Funeral Home Chapel, 5200 Canal Blvd. (rormerly All Faiths Funeral Home) on Friday, April 25, 2008, at 1:00 PM. Interment will follow in Greenwood Cemetery. Visitation will begin at 11:00 AM. To view or sign the Family Guestbook please visit www.greenwoodfuneralhome.net Times Picayune 04/24/2008. **************************************** 000067 Bell - Russell William Bell, Sr., departed this life on Thursday, April 17, 2008 at Canon Hospice. Son of the late William Bell, Jr. and Marietta Howard Bell. Father of Kim Bell Baker, Tiffany Burns Wimberly, Tonique Fields, Russell W. Bell, Jr. and Don Stephens Bell. Brother of Yvonne B. Bradley, Berneal Bell, Althea B. Cooper, Clement C. Bell, the late Arthur L. Batiste, Alcee Miriam Bell and Elaine Bell Pierce. Also survived by 22 grandchildren, 2 godchildren and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the Funeral Service at Greater King Solomon Baptist Church, 3305 Audubon St. on Saturday, April 26, 2008 at 11:00 am. Visitation will begin at 10:00 am. Interment: Providence Memorial Park. Arrangements by DW Rhodes Funeral Home, Gretna, LA; Please visit www.rhodesfuneral.com to sign the guest book. Times Picayune 04/25/2008. **************************************** 000068 Bennett - Olive Hughes Rabbach Bennett died Tuesday, April 22, 2008 at Ochsner Hospital in Jefferson, La. of complications related to Type 2 Diabetes. A native of New Orleans, LA, she was preceded in death by her husbands: Emile J. Rabbach of New Orleans and Johnny E. Bennett of Pearl River, LA; her parents, Andrew and Elodie Gautier Hughes of Metairie, LA; and siblings: Majorie Koffenberger, Alcide Hughes, Gloria Richard, Ronald Hughes and Ralston Hughes. In her lifetime she worked a variety of jobs from textile worker in a cotton mill to printing, party star at McDonald's, bookkeeper, clerk and restaurant hostess. She was also a member and officer of the Navy Wives Club and a volunteer for the Navy-Marine Corps Relief Society. Survivors include a daughter, Louise (Lou) R. Elliott Jones; a son, Jeffery M. Bennett; son-in-law, Howard Grady Jones; daughter-in-law, Candy L. Jackson Bennett; and step- granddaughter, Jennifer Marie Jackson Bennett. Her children are grateful to the sisters who cared for her in her last years: Etheldreda H. Breaux, Shirley H. Salvatore and Elvy Geiger. two brothers: Stephen J. and Andrew E. Hughes; and a host of nieces, nephews and their children and grandchildren also survive her. Graveside Services will be at 2:00 PM Friday, April 25, 2008 at Garden of Memories Cemetery with the Rev. Peter O'Grady officiating. Donations to the American Diabetes Association may be made in lieu of flowers. The family also wishes to thank the residents and staff at Villa Ste. Marie for enriching the last years of her life. Arrangements are being handled by LAMANA-PANNO- FALLO, 1717 Veterans Memorial Blvd. Times Picayune 04/25/2008. **************************************** 000069 Benson - Minister Mary Leona Bannister Benson moved from life to everlasting life on Sunday, March 30, 2008. Left to celebrate her life and love are five children, Gabriel and Glen Bannister, Gregory, Gary and Gail Benson; 13 grandchildren; 2 great-grandchildren and a host of other family and friends. Please come help us celebrate her life on Friday, April 4, 2008 at 10:00 am at Daily Walking with Christ Jesus Ministries, 3621 St. Claude Ave, New Orleans. Rev. Gary Benson, Sr. officiating. If attending the service, we ask that you wear spring colors as this is a celebration of life! For more information, please call the church at 504-943-0478. Times Picayune 04/3/2008. **************************************** 000070 Berel - Henrietta "Sister" Fals Berel, born March 25, 1925 in New Orleans, LA, passed away peacefully Tuesday, April 15, 2008 in her home. Age 83 years. She was preceded in death by her Beloved husband, Gerald A. Berel, Sr., her parents, Henry G. Sr. and Carolina Cooley Fals and daughter, Geraldine "Minnie" Barrios. She is survived by her son, Gerald "Andy" Berel, Jr., her grandson and granddaughter-in- law, Darryl and Anne Barrios, three great grandchildren, Dylan, Kathleen and Jennifer Barrios, her sister and brother-in-law, Evelyn "Bay" and Armand Buuck, Sr., her brother, Henry G. "Red" Fals, Jr. and numerous nieces, nephews, and other relatives. A native of New Orleans and a resident of St. Bernard Parish for 47 years. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Funeral Services at ST. BERNARD MEMORIAL FUNERAL HOME, 701 West Virtue Street, Chalmette, LA 70043 on Saturday, April 26, 2008 at 11:00 AM. Interment will follow in St. Bernard Memorial Gardens. Visitation from 9:00 AM until service time on Saturday. Times Picayune 04/25/2008. **************************************** 000071 Bernard - Henry J. Bernard, Sr., passed away on Wednesday, April 16, 2008 at 2:00 AM at the age of 90. Beloved husband of Rita Knatzer Bernard. Father of Gwendolyn B. Dupuy, Henry J. Bernard, Jr., and Glenn P. Bernard. Brother of Margaret B. Badinger and the late Hewitt Bernard, Haze Bernard, Houston Bernard,and Dorothy Sonier. Son of the late Luc and Leah Hebert Bernard. Also survived by 14 grandchildren and 15 great grandchildren. Realtives and friends are invited to attend the Funeral Mass at GARDEN OF MEMORIES FUNERAL HOME 4900 Airline Hwy, Metairie, La. on Saturday, April 19, 2008 at 12:30 PM. Interment in GARDEN OF MEMORIES CEMETERY. Visitation on Saturday, April 19, 2008 from 10:00 AM until Funeral time. Friends may sign the on- line guestbook at www.legacy.com. Information at (504) 833- 3786. Times Picayune 04/18/2008. **************************************** 000072 Berthelot - Florence Berthelot died on Monday, April 21, 2008 at River Parishes Hospital in LaPlace at 10:36 am. Age 82. She was a native and resident of Gramercy, La. She is survived by Dudley Berthelot, Enola Berthelot and Ruth B. Clouatre, a number of nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by: daughter of Leopard P. Berthelot and Laura M. Schexnayder; sister of the late Lynn C. Berthelot, Floyd Berthelot and the late half-sister, Myrtle Roper. An avid bingo player at the Senior Citizen Center, enjoyed making crafts and needlepoint. Visitation on Thursday, April 24, 2008 at the Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Gramercy from 8:00 am until time of Religious Services. Mass of Christian Burial will be at 11:00 am at the Sacret Heart Catholic Church in Gramercy. Interment: St. Joseph Cemetery. Clergy: Father Michael Alello. Funeral Arrangements are under the direction of Alexander Funeral Home in Lutcher. Times Picayune 04/23/2008. **************************************** 000073 Bickham - Mr. William Bickham, age 66 yrs, died on Sunday, April 6, 2008 at his residence. A Native and resident of Franklinton, LA. Survivors include his 3 daughters Cynthia of New Orleans, LA, Melanie Hill and Keshana Frank of Lafayette, La., son Victor Frank of New Orleans, La., sisters Jimella Bright of Franklinton, La., 6 stepchildren, 24 grandchildren, 13 great grandchildren. Funeral will be held on Saturday, April 12, 2008, 11:00 AM at Crain & Sons Funeral Home. Visitation: Will be held at Crain & Sons Funeral Home in Franklinton on Saturday, April 12, 2008, 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM. Internment in Hayes Creek Cemetery. Times Picayune 04/11/2008 **************************************** 000074 Billiot - John P. Billiot, Sr., age 59, a resident of Leesville, LA, passed away on Wednesday, April 23, 2008 at Byrd Regional Hospital in Leesville. He was born in New Orleans, Louisiana on July 23, 1948. He was a veteran of the U.S. Navy and courageously served his country in Vietnam. He worked as a boiler maker and retired from Fort Polk in 2003. Survivors: wife of 39 years, Barbara Billiot of Leesville, LA; son, John Billiot, Jr. of Leesville, LA; daughter, Nena Marie McCarthy of Leesville, LA; brothers: Ronnie Billiot of Gretna, LA and Phillip Billiot of Pineville, LA; grandchildren: Malia Brook Billiot and Brianna Rose Billiot Funeral Service on Monday, April 28, 2008 at 10:00AM at Labby Memorial Funeral Home Chapel - Leesville, LA. Visitation: Sunday, April 27, 2008 from 5:00 - 9:00PM at Labby Memorial Chapel, Leesville, LA. Rev. Silas Duphrane, officiating. Services are under the direction of the Labby Memorial Funeral Home, Leesville, LA. Words of comfort may be expressed to the family at www.labbymemorial.com. Times Picayune 04/27/2008. **************************************** 000075 Bishop - Robert Houston Bishop passed away on Monday, April 7, 2008 at Lakeview Regional Medical Center at the age of 92. Robert was a native of Bristol, TN. and a resident of Covington, LA. for the past 7 years. Beloved husband of Maudesta Bennett Bishop of 59 years. Father of Robert H. Bishop and spouse, Ann of Columbia, SC. and Leslie Kiger and spouse, Mark of Covington, LA. Brother of Gertrude Miller of Whittier, CA. Son of the late Thomas and Danah Burke Bishop. Grandfather of Cindy Westin, Jenny Massee, Matt Bishop and the late Amy Hutto. Also survived by 8 Great Grandchildren. Robert served in the U.S. Navy during WWII, he retired from Leon Ferenbach Co., Johnson City, TN. Relatives and friends of the Family are invited to attend the Memorial Service at Bagnell & Son Funeral Home, 75212 Lee Rd. Covington, LA. on Wednesday, April 9, 2008 at 7:00 P.M. Interment Private. Visitation after 6:00 P.M. Wednesday. In lieu of flowers donations to St. Francis Animal Sanctuary, P.O. Box 677, Abita Springs, LA. 70420 (WWW. Stfrancisanimalsanctuary.org) preferred. Times Picayune 04/8/2008. **************************************** 000076 Bjurklint - Grace Churchill Bjurklint passed away on April 4, 2008. Companion of Thomas Jones (TJ). Sister of Gerald Churchill and Carol Allerheligen. Daughter of the late Mary Evelyn and George Churchill. Also survived by nephews. Age 70 years, a native of Miami, FL, longtime resident of Marietta, GA and lived in the New Orleans area since 1974. Mrs. Bjurklint did private duty nursing in the New Orleans area for many years and was as a diabetic educator and was forced to retire because of Hurrican Katrina in 2005. Relatives and friends of the family, also former co-workers at Ochsner Hospital are invited to attend the Wake and Funeral at Tharp-Sontheimer-Tharp Funeral Home, 1600 N. Causeway on Monday, April 7 from 5:30 p.m. until 8:30 p.m. and on Tuesday at the Funeral Home from 9:00 a.m. until 11:00 p.m. Graveside Services will be held on Thursday, April 10, 2008 in Marietta, GA at Georgia Memorial Park Cemetery, 200 Cobb Parkway SE, Marietta, GA. Times Picayune 04/7/2008 **************************************** 000077 Blache - Adrienne Woods Blache, a native of New Orleans, LA, died of natural causes at 11:20 a.m. on Wednesday, April 9, 2008 in Baton Rouge, LA. She was 89 years old. "Miss Blache" was a retired cafeteria manager having served for years at St. David's Catholic School in New Orleans' lower ninth ward and in the public school system in Queens, New York. Prior to a stroke in October 2006 which necessitated her having 24 hour homecare, travel was her pleasure having visited 49 of the 50 United States. In addition she enjoyed multiple domestic and foreign cruises, tours to Europe, North Africa and the Holy Land. She was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother and great- grandmother. She was preceded in death by her husband of 67 years, Fabian P. Blache, Sr. and her daughter, Valdia Blache Lacey of New Orleans, LA. She is survived by three sons: Fabian P. Blache, Jr. and C.J. Blache both of Baton Rouge, LA and Gregory Blache, Sr. of Leesburg, VA; two daughters: Brenda Neil of Texas and Rhonda Blache of New York; two daughters-in-law: Marilyn Blache of Baton Rouge, LA and Lynn Blache Leesburg, VA; and two son-in-law: David Neil of Texas and Henry Lacey of New Orleans, LA. She is also survived by 10 grandchildren, 16 great-grandchildren, one brother, Millard P. Woods; one sister, Claire Woods DeGruy; a godson, Dr. Mo Murrill; and a host of other family and close friends. St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church, 1143 S. 11th., St. will hold visitation on Monday, April 14, 2008 from 9:00 a.m. until 11:00 a.m. A Requiem Mass will follow at the Church. interment in Greenoaks Memorial Park, 9595 Florida Blvd. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church, 1134 Julia St., Baton Rouge, LA 70802. Arrangements are being handled by Rhodes Funeral Home, Baton Rouge, LA, (225) 282-1663. Times Picayune 04/13/2008. **************************************** 000078 Blanks - Tyrone ' TEE' Blanks, Sr. peacefully passed away on Friday, March 28, 2008 at his home. He was the beloved husband of Bobbie J. Blanks, devoted father of Bobby James, Ezell Jr., Michael, and Johnny Bridges, Tyrone Jr., Antoinette, and Natichia "Nookie" Blanks. He leaves in his memory (23) grandchildren, (7) great grandchildren and a host of cousins, and other relatives and friends. Mr. Blanks was preceded in death by his parents Emmanuel Coates and Mildred Blanks along with (1) grandson Jerome Bridges. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend a funeral service on Saturday, March 5, 2008 at 11:00am at D.W. Rhodes Funeral Home, Gretna, La. Visitation will begin at 10:00 A.M. until service time. Burial will take place in Providence Memorial Park, Metairie, La. Arrangements by Rhodes Funeral Home 1728 N. Claiborne Ave., New Orleans, LA 70116. Please Visit our website to sign the guest book at www.rhodesfuneral.com Times Picayune 04/4/2008. **************************************** 000079 Blundell - Gordon Lane Blundell died on Sunday, April 13, 2008 at his home in Mandeville, LA after a two month illness. He was born March 3, 1928 in Long Island, NY. He attended Warren Easton High School, Tulane University and served the United States Navy in 1946-1947. He was a resident of Metairie, LA for much of his life, having also lived in Jackson, MS, Atlanta and San Francisco during his lifetime career with Colgate Palmolive Company. He moved to Mandeville upon his retirement in 1981. He enjoyed life as an avid antique collector, horticulturist, golfer, sports enthusiast, nature-loving fisherman and hunter, but most of all, as a proud father. He had recently celebrated his 80th birthday and 59th wedding anniversary. He is survived by his beloved wife, Suzanne Reinhardt Blundell; his children: Gordon Lane Blundell, Jr., Wade Patrick Blundell and Bonnie Blundell Goeller; one sister, Virginia Blundell Simpson; eight dear grandchildren: Gordon L. Blundell, III, Eric Charles Blundell, Reid Marshall Blundell, Weston Wells Blundell, Christian Penn Oser, Bria Blundell Goeller, Anne Morgan Blundell, Harman Beccah Goeller and many nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his parents, Gordon and Frances Noseworthy Blundell; one daughter, Rebecca Blundell Oser and his sister, Joan Blundell Davis. His family will hold a private memorial service. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Hospice of St. Tammany, 4410 Highway 22, Mandeville, LA 70471. Sign the family Guest Book online at www.ejfieldingfh.com. Times Picayune 04/17/2008. **************************************** 000080 Blythe - Tiffany Janine Blythe age 37, a native and life long resident of Laplace, LA died tragically on Wednesday, April 9, 2008 at 11:42 am. She was the beloved granddaughter of the late David and Sybil Blythe. Daughter of Robert C. Blythe and the late Mary (Connie) W. Blythe. Sister of Tara Lynn Blythe and the Mother of Kailee Rene Simoneaux and Katie Rains. A Memorial Service will be held on Monday April 21, 2008 at 7:00 pm at Ascension of Our Lord Catholic Church, 1900 Greenwood Dr. Laplace. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service. A Memorial Fund has been established at First National Bank USA in Laplace. Times Picayune 04/20/2008 **************************************** 000081 Boehm - Betty Jo Davis Boehm Funeral Service for Betty Boehm, age 79, will be held Saturday, April 26, 2008, 10:00 A.M. at Cason Monk-Metcalf Sunset Chapel. Rev. Bobby King of Forest Baptist Church will officiate. Burial will be at Douglass Cemetery. Betty Boehm was born to Robert Franklin and Bessie Orine Davis, July 16, 1928, in Douglass, Texas. Betty was a member of Kenner Baptist Church, Kenner, Louisiana. Betty was very involved with her family and friends. Betty is survived by sons: Charles Boehm, III and wife Melanie of New Orleans, Louisiana; Timothy Boehm and wife Susan of La Place, Louisiana; daughters: Linda Boehm Ashley and husband Glen of Pearl River, Louisiana, Lisa Lazzuri and husband Jeff of Fredericksburg, Virginia; grandchildren: Glen Ashley III; Troy Ashley; Charles Boehm IV; Kristin Kepler; Katie Boehm; Luke Boehm; Peyton Lazzuri; great-grand-children: Rayn Ashley, Lukas Ashley, Ella Ashley, Alicia Ashley, Ava Boehm, Sydney Kepler, and Shanie Kepler; sisters: Agnes Nash of Tyler, Texas and Shirley Hibbard of Chireno, Texas; sister-in-law, Faye Davis of Tyler, Texas; and best friends: Eva Johnson of Summit, Mississippi and Helen Steiger of Memphis, Tennessee. Betty was preceded in death by her parents, Robert Frankin and Bessie Orine Davis; 2 brothers: Leon and Billy Frank "Sonny"; 3 sisters: Hazel, Imogene and Quida. Visitation will be Friday, April 25, 2008, 5-7 P.M. at the funeral home. Serving as pallbearers are Glen Ashley, Jr.; Charles Boehm IV; Timothy Boehm; Jeff Lazzuri; Glen Ashley III; and Troy Ashley. Cason Monk-Metcalf Funeral Directors Times Picayune 04/25/2008. **************************************** 000082 Bonanno - Anthony Bonanno, age 49, died on Monday March 31, 2008. Beloved son of Carmen Lydia Colon Bonanno, and the late Philip Bonanno. Survived by his uncle Robert Colon, his aunts Sonia Villes and Rosalie Russo. Also survived by nieces and nephews. Tony was a brick layer and musician. Tony will be deaply missed by his family and many friends. A native of the Bronx New York and a resident of Kenner. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the visitation at Leitz-Eagan Funeral Home Chapel, 4747 Veterans Blvd., Metairie, on Saturday, April 5, 2008 from 11:00am until 2:00pm. A Funeral Service will be at 2:00pm. Interment and Graveside Services at the Ferncliff Cemetery, Hartsdale New York on Tuesday, April 8, 2008. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Katrina Musician's Fund. Please visit Tony's memorial at www.mem.com and share your thoughts and memories of Tony by leaving both written and spoken messages. Times Picayune 04/4/2008. **************************************** 000083 Bonner - Lewis Foyster Bonner, age 80 of Picayune, MS, passed away Sunday, April 6, 2008 at Highland Community Hospital in Picayune. Father of Robert E. Bonner of Walker, LA, Leonard T. Eagan of Jupiter, FL, Jerome M. Eagan of Houston, TX, John Hofhienz of Tallahassee, FL, Rhoda M. Swanson of Slidell, LA and Rita Rich of Winnabow, NC. Also survived by sixteen grandchildren and seventeen great-grand- children. Preceded in death by his wife, Eileen Bonner; sisters: Mary C. Box, Gladys M. Box and Nannie M. Keeton; and brother, James Robert Bonner. Mr. Bonner retired as a Master Sergeant in the U.S. Army after serving during World War II, the Korean conflict and in the Vietnam War. Funeral Services will be held Saturday, April 12th, 2008 at 10:00 a.m. at Picayune Funeral Home Chapel, with Bro. Danny Johnson officiating. Burial will follow at Memorial Gardens Cemetery, under the direction of Picayune Funeral Home. Visitation will be Friday, April 11th from 6:00 - 9:00 p.m. at Picayune Funeral Home. Picayune Funeral Home & Crematory, 815 S. Haugh Ave., Picayune, MS. Times Picayune 04/9/2008. **************************************** 000084 Bonnet - Virginia Louise Lott Bonnet, 70 years of age, passed away on Monday, April 28, 2008. Beloved wife for over 50 years of the late Edward Leon Bonnet, III. Loving mother of Keith Bonnet, Sr., Christopher Bonnet, Sr., Victoria Bonnet and the late Gerald Bonnet. Daughter of the late Vic Lott and Louise S. Lott. Sister to Thomas Lott and sister-in-law to Cynthia Lott. Mother-in-law to Terry Bonnet and Randy Payne. She is survived by grandchildren, Katherine Rush, Keith Bonnet, Jr., Rebecca Bonnet, Ryan Bonnet, Kyle Bonnet, Christopher Bonnet, Jr., and Kayli Bonnet; great- grandchild, Philip Rush. Known to all as MaBon, she is also survived by her nephews, Thomas Lott, Jr., Timothy Lott, Toby Lott, Peter Ouillber and a niece, Susie Harbour, numerous aunts, cousins, great nieces and great nephews. A nephew, Eddie Ouillber, preceded her in death. Born in Ferriday, Louisiana, Mrs. Bonnet grew up in New Orleans and resided for the past 47 years in Slidell, LA. A homemaker and housewife, she made many friends through the Knights of Columbus with her husband through their travels. She will be missed by all and her spirit will always remains with us. Relatives and friends are invited to attend a Memorial Gathering at Jacob Schoen and Son Funeral Home, 3827 Canal Street, New Orleans, LA, on Wednesday, April 30, 2008 beginning at 9:00 A.M. and concluding with Eulogies by family and friends at 10:00 A.M. Burial of her cremains will follow in St. Louis #1 Cemetery. Guest book may be signed on line at www.legacy.com. Times Picayune 04/29/2008. **************************************** 000085 Bonneval - Josephine M. Bonneval passed away on Tuesday, April 22, 2008 at Our Lady of The Lake Regional Medical Cr in Baton Rouge, LA. Age 82, she was a native of Boothville, LA. Visitation will be at Seale Funeral Home, Denham Springs, LA on Friday, April 25, 2008 from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM. Service will be held at Seale Funeral Home Chapel on Friday, April 25, 2008 at 12:00 PM. Burial will be at Greenoaks Memorial Park, in Baton Rouge, LA. Survived by: daughter-Nona B. and husband David A. Moody of Gonzales; son-Ralph J. "RJ" and wife Jon Bonneval of Denham Springs; grandchildren-David C. Moody, Leslie Bunyett, Laura Bourgeois, Brandon Bonneval, Jennifer Bonneval; 9 great- grandchildren. She was preceded in death by: husband-Ralph T. Bonneval; parents-Forrest J. and Ann Bubrig Morgan; sister-Rita Sullivan; brother-James Morgan. Member of Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Denham Springs. Services performed under the direction of Seale Funeral Service, Inc. Denham Springs, LA. Times Picayune 04/24/2008. **************************************** 000086 Bordelon - Elsie May Bordelon was born January 21st, 1920 in New Orleans and died peacefully in Metairie, after a brief illness, on April 5th, 2008 at age 88, after a life well lived. Elsie May Noreri married Vernon Joseph Bordelon on April 27, 1935 and thereafter settled in Metairie, where they remained for 61 years until Vernon's death in 1996. A devout Jehovah's Witness for decades, she was well known forher door to door ministry and faithful attendance at meetings of the West Metairie Congregation Known as Sister Elsie to young and old, she was a fixture at the congregation which she served faithfully for many years. She is preceded by her husband Vernon and daughter Sandra Edna Bordelon and survived by her loving children, Verna May Bordelon Kesler and Vernon Joseph Bordelon Jr.; brother Warren Sprout; grandchildren Debra Kesler Richards, David A. Bordelon, and Barry B. Bordelon; and two great-grandsons Jon P. Richards and Matthew K. Richards. Elsie Bordelon devoted her life to her children, grandchildren and great- grandchildren for which they are eternally gratefully. They spent very many happy days with her, and always knew they could count on her. We will miss her dearly, and have faith that we will see her again. Funeral Services will be held on Wednesday, April 9, 2008 at 11:00 o'clock a.m. at Tharp Sontheimer, located at 1600 N. Causeway where friends and family are invited to meet for visitation at 9:00 a.m., a funeral talk at 11:00 a.m. Burial will follow at Greenwood Cemetery. Information: 835-2341 Times Picayune 04/8/2008. **************************************** 000087 Bordelon - Pamela Blanchard Bordelon entered into eternal rest on Friday, April 18, 2008, at the age of 42 after a lengthy illness. Pamela was the beloved wife of Kenneth John Bordelon. Mother of Kenneth Joseph and Kelsi Lynn Bordelon. Daughter of Mervin Blanchard and the late Diane Blanchard. Stepdaughter of Joan Blanchard. Daughter- in-law of Richard and Audrey Bordelon. Sister-in-law of Sharon and Michael Shuff and Richard and Lavonna Bordelon. Godchild of Kelly Blanchard and Mary Sheets, and beloved niece of Aunt Martha Wooddall. Pamela is also survived and fondly remembered by Regina Bastoe, 2 stepbrothers and 2 stepsisters, aunts, uncles, cousins, nephews, nieces and many friends and co-workers. Pamela will be deeply missed by all. The family wishes to thank her fellow Winn-Dixie co- workers for their generosity and support during Pam's illness and passing, as well as the staff of Ochsner Hospital for all of the compassion and extraordinary care they gave Pamela. Relatives, friends and employees of Winn- Dixie are invited to attend a visitation to be held at ST. BERNARD MEMORIAL FUNERAL HOME, 701 W. Virtue Street, Chalmette, LA, on Tuesday, April 22nd from 8:30AM - 12:30PM. A Funeral Mass will take place at Our Lady of Prompt Succor Church, 2320 Paris Road, Chalmette, LA, beginning at 1:00PM. Burial will follow in St. Bernard Memorial Gardens. To view and sign the Family Guestbook, please visit www.stbernardmemorial.com. Times Picayune 04/21/2008. **************************************** 000088 Boudoin - Eola "Doll" Mohr Rizzuto Boudoin passed away on Saturday, April 26, 2008 at the age of 56. She was the cherished wife of Anderson J. Boudoin Jr. and by previous marriage, the late Ralph P. Rizzuto Jr. Loving mother of Aleasia R. Lill Stall (wife of Gary). Stepmother of Jeneen B. Holmes (wife of Fred). Daughter of the late Eola Lege Ruiz Mohr and John F. Mohr Jr. Sister of Nathalie R. Pullens (wife of Jerry), Aleasia M. Wust (wife of Alan), Felix C. Ruiz (husband of Joy) and the late Tommy, Ronnie and Vincent Ruiz. Aunt of Angela Roy (wife of Ronnie), Alan Wust Jr., Aaron Wust and Ryan Roy. Niece of Lorraine M. Zimmerle (wife of Fred). Proud grandmother of Christian Lill, Gary "Trey" Stall III and Sophia Stall. She is also fondly remembered by a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, friends and her beloved dog, Shelby Sue. Eola was an honored Sales Representative for Sears, a Parishioner of Our Lady of Prompt Succor Church and a loving and devoted homemaker to her family. Although her illness made her appear frail, she possessed strength, perseverance and an ability to overcome incredible odds and physical challenges. With her courage she has led us to believe that each day is a blessing and an opportunity to create lasting memories. She will be deeply missed by us all. Relatives and friends are invited to attend a visitation to be held at ST. BERNARD MEMORIAL FUNERAL HOME, 701 W. Virtue St., Chalmette, LA, on Wednesday, April 30th from 9:00AM - 1:00PM. A Funeral Mass will begin at 1:00PM. Burial will follow in St. Bernard Memorial Gardens. To view and sign the Family Guestbook, please visit www.stbernardmemorial.com. Times Picayune 04/29/2008. **************************************** 000089 Boudreaux - Edward Kermit "Chief" Boudreaux, Sr., retired from Delta/Pratt Industries, passed away on Saturday, April 5, 2008. Beloved husband of Eulene Lafont Boudreaux. Father of Deborah B. (Clemente) Fuentes, Edward Boudreaux, Jr., Christine and Pamela Boudreaux, and the late Gloria B. (Earlie) Vicknair. Grandfather of Brad (Jennifer) Vicknair, Cory (Sheena) Vicknair, Justin and Jason Fuentes. Great-grandfather of Skylar Vicknair. Son of the late Beauregard Boudreaux and Evelina Louviere. Brother of Memie B. Leger, Charles, Harris and Leroy Boudreaux, the late Gloria Boudreaux and Audrey Falgout. Age 72 years, a native of Boutte, LA and resident of Bridge City, LA. Relatives, friends and former employees of Weyerhauser and Delta Container/Pratt Industries, members of Woodmen of the World Lodge No. 620 and First Assembly of God Church were invited to attend the Funeral Services at Mothe Funeral Home, 7040 Lapalco Blvd., Marrero, LA on Wednesday, April 9, 2008 at 9:00 AM. Interment Restlawn Park Cemetery in Avondale. Visitation took place Tuesday from 6:00 PM to 10:00 PM and Wednesday from 8:00 AM to 9:00 AM. Information call, (504) 366.4343. Times Picayune 04/7/2008 **************************************** 000090 Boudreaux - Herman A. Boudreaux, Sr. passed away on Sunday, April 27, 2008. Beloved husband of Vivian P. Boudreaux by 2nd marriage and the late Agnes B. Boudreaux by 1st. marriage. Son of the late Philip H. Boudreaux and Celine G. Boudreaux. Father of Herman Boudreaux (Linda), Mark Boudreaux (Karen) and Carolyn Cambre (Ray). Step-father of Daniel Bourgeois, Brian Bourgeois (Angela), Harold Bourgeois (Claudia), Sandra Ullrich (Tom), Pamela Campiso (Mike), Karen Jenniskens (John) and the late Keith Bourgeois. Brother of Audry Rodriguez and the late Tom Boudreaux, Enola Dabria, Ethel Sears, Eulamae LeBlanc, Virginia Bellenger, Agnes Bourgeois and Verdie Landry. Survived by 18 Grandchildren, 27 Great Grandchildren and 1 Great Great Grandchild. Mr. Boudreaux was a member of the D.A.V. Chapter 23 of Westwego. Age 85 years. A lifelong resident of Marrero, LA. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend a Funeral Mass at MOTHE FUNERAL HOME, 7040 Lapalco Blvd., Marrero, LA, on Wednesday, April 30, 2008 at 11AM. Interment in Westlawn Memorial Park Cemetery, Gretna, LA. Visitation at the funeral home on Wednesday from 9AM until 11AM. Information: 504-366-4343 Times Picayune 04/29/2008. **************************************** 000091 Boudreaux - Mr. John "Gerry" Gerald Boudreaux who was a resident of Terrytown, Louisiana for 48 years, passed away on April 4, 2008. He was born on August 15, 1930, in New Orleans, Louisiana. He retired from Western Electric after over 30 years of service with the telephone company. Mr. Boudreaux served in the United States Marine Corps and was a veteran of the Korean War. He is survived by his wife Hilda "Pat" Boudreaux, loving father of Brian Keith Boudreaux, Gary Lee Boudreaux, Bridgett Boudreaux Montalbano and Yvette Boudreaux Balser. Father-in-law to Karrie K. Boudreaux, Bonny G. Boudreaux, and Raymond J. Balser, Sr. Grandfather to Mandy Montalbano Solomon, John D. Solomon, III, Trent G. Boudreaux, Tara M. Boudreaux, Tiffany L. Stafford, Mark A. Montalbano, Christian P. Stafford, Hannah A. Boudreaux, Meridith L. Boudreaux and deceased infant, Devin L. Boudreaux. Step-grandfather to Raymond J. Balser, Jr., Heather M. Balser, Shannon W. Debenport, Shawn M. Debenport, and Kelly J. Debenport. Beloved son of the late Charles M. Boudreaux and Edna Keating Boudreaux. Brother to Giles Owen Boudreaux, Gail Boudreaux Solanas and Patricia Boudreaux Stieffel. He will be sadly missed, but will be forever fishing in Heaven. A Memorial Visitation will be held at Christ the King Church, on 535 Deerfield Rd., in Terrytown, LA on Saturday, April 12, 2008 beginning at 9:00 A.M. with a Mass to follow at 11:00 A.M. Services provided by Mothe Funeral Home. Times Picayune 04/10/2008. **************************************** 000092 Bourg - Fay Gonzales Bourg passed away on Saturday, April 19, 2008 at the age of 46. She was the cherished mother of Valerie Lynn Bourg and Eric Joseph Bourg. Loving daughter of Alfred Gonzales Sr. and the late Mary Evans Gonzales. Sister of Cherrie Pansano, Janice McLoughlin and Alfred Gonzales Jr. Proud grandmother of Morgan Elaine Davis. She is also survived and fondly remembered by numerous nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. She will be forever remembered as a loving and loyal daughter, mother, grandmother and sister, who dearly loved her family. She will be sadly missed by us all. Relatives and friends are invited to attend a memorial gathering to be held at St. Bernard Catholic Church, 2805 Bayou Road, St. Bernard, LA, on Wednesday, April 30th from 12:00PM - 1:45PM. A graveside service will take place at St. Bernard Catholic Cemetery beginning at 2:00PM. To view and sign the Family Guestbook, please visit www.stbernardmemorial.com. Times Picayune 04/29/2008. **************************************** 000093 Bourg - Wilson Charles Bourg, Jr., born January 16, 1920, to the late Lillian Nunez Bourg and Wilson C. Bourg Sr., returned to our Lord, and to his wife, the late Beverly Louise Ferry Bourg, on Wednesday, April 16, 2008, in Allen, Texas. Age 88. Wilson will always be remembered by family and friends as a loving father, grandfather, brother, loyal friend and a gentleman. His wink and smile will live on in our memories. Wilson graduated from St. Aloysius High School and attended Loyola University. He served briefly in the Navy during WWII where he worked on the Panama Canal. Wilson was the owner of Wilson C. Bourg & Son Lumber Company for over 50 years. He was a native and resident of New Orleans, LA and, prior to Hurricane Katrina, he resided at Malta Square on Canal Street. Following Katrina he resided near Dallas, TX, at Victoria Gardens of Allen, TX. For most of his life, Wilson was very active at St Raphael Church, serving as a lector for over 35 years. He was active for many years in the Kiwanis Club of New Orleans, serving on the board and as president. An avid golfer, he was a long time member of St John's Golf Club at City Park. Before joining his father's lumber business, Wilson performed in several plays at Le Petit Theatre du Vieux Carre. He loved the time he spent in the theatre and actually met his wife Beverly while performing in the play Laura at Le Petit. Wilson also had roles in the movies Panic in the Streets, New Orleans after Dark, and Four for the Morgue. His family and friends will sadly miss Wilson. He is survived by his 5 children: Dr. Wilson C. Bourg, III and his wife Pam, now residing in Lakewood, CO; John Bryan Bourg and his wife Susan now residing in Phoenix, AZ; Robert (Bob) Randall Bourg and his wife Sherrie, of New Orleans, LA; Beverly Bourg Hicks and her husband Ken, now residing in Orange County, CA; and Laura Jean (Jeannie) McLaren and her husband Andrew, now residing in Allen, TX. He is also survived by twelve grandchildren: Rebecca, Amy and her husband Mitch, Brandon and his fiancée' Bridgett, Chuck, John, Dominique, Jeff, Noel, Hannah, Collin, Brendan, and Claire; three great grandchildren, Grayson, Berkley & Henley; his beloved sister, Betty Fugler; and many nieces, nephews and friends. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the funeral. Wake and Rosary will be held on Monday, April 21, 2008 from 5:00-7:00 pm at Schoen Funeral Home, 3827 Canal St., New Orleans. Visitation will continue on Tuesday, April 22 from 9:00 to 11:00 am with a Mass celebrated in the Chapel at 11:00 am. Interment in Greenwood Cemetery. With a wink and a smile...until we meet again, Wilson. Guestbook may be signed online at www.legacy.com. Times Picayune 04/20/2008 **************************************** 000094 Bourgeois - Kirk Michael Bourgeois, Sr. passed away unexpectedly at his home on Thursday, April 17, 2008. Beloved husband of Carmelita Dufrene Bourgeois. Loving father of Michael J. Bourgeois, Sr. (wife, Misty); Melissa C. Bourgeois, Kirk M. Bourgeois, Jr., Christine M. Bourgeois and Christopher A. Bourgeois. Step-father of Candice Darce and Krystal Darce. Son of Elaine Perrin Bourgeois and the late Sidney Bourgeois, Sr. Brother of Tamyra Bourgeois, Eric Bourgeois and Sidney Bourgeois, Jr. Grandfather of Michael Bourgeois, Jr. and Caitlyn Bourgeois. Grandson of the late Sidney and Mary Bourgeois and Claiborne and Enola Perrin. Son-in-law of the late Adam and Eugenia Dufrene. Former husband of Trudy T. Mayfield. Also survived by many other loving relatives and friends. Mr. Bourgeois, age 50 years, was a graduate of U.L.L. in Petroleum Technology and was an active and long-time member of St. Anthony Catholic Church in Lafitte, LA. Relatives, friends of the family, employees of Sidney's Auto Repair, members of Barataria Baptist Church and members of Assembly of God Church, Marrero, are invited to attend the Funeral Mass from St. Anthony Catholic Church in Lafitte, LA on Tuesday, April 22, 2008 at 10:00 AM. Interment will follow in the Bourgeois Family Cemetery. Visitation will be held at St. Anthony's on Monday, April 21st from 6:00 PM until 10:00 PM and on Tuesday from 7:00 AM until funeral time. Arrangements handled by WESTSIDE/LEITZ- EAGAN FUNERAL HOME, 5101 Westbank Expressway, Marrero, LA. For information, call 504-341-9421. Times Picayune 04/20/2008 **************************************** 000095 Bourgeois - Rosalie Alfano Bourgeois passed away on Monday, April 7, 2008 at the age of 94. Beloved wife of the late Joseph Murphy Bourgeois. Devoted mother of Joseph Bourgeois and wife Gayle, Rosemary Clark and husband Thomas, Robert Bougeois and wife Geraldine, Richard Bourgeois and wife Geri, Arlene Bays and husband Dwayne, Carol Champagne and husband Michael, David Bourgeois and wife Cheri, Sandra Fahr and husband Richard. She is also survived by 14 grandchildren and 22 great grandchildren. Sister of the late Catherine Hilburn and Biaggio "Brassi" Alfano. She was a native of New Orleans and a resident of the River Bend Nursing Home for the past 3 years. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the Funeral Mass at Leitz- Eagan Funeral Home Chapel, 4747 Veterans Blvd., Metairie, on Thursday, April 10, 2008 at 11:00am. Interment to follow in St. Patrick #1 Cemetery. Visitation on Thursday from 9:00am until 11:00am. Times Picayune 04/9/2008. **************************************** 000096 Bowers - Charles Joseph Bowers passed away shortly after Hurricane Katrina on September 3, 2005. Mr. Bowers was buried in Brookhaven, MS at the time of his death and is now returning home to his final resting place next to his beloved wife whom preceded him in death. Husband of the late Sarah Bush Bowers. Son of the late Toby Bowers and Blanche Frisch Bowers. Father of Rachel Bowers Small, Charles "Brady", Joseph "Todd", Stephen "Travis" and Lori Ann Bowers. Brother of Ruby Galloway and Emelda Chevalier. Grandfather of Kelli S. Morris and Joseph Small. Great grandfather of Malachi and Malone Morris. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the Graveside Service at St. Patrick Catholic Church Cemetery, Port Sulphur, LA on Saturday, April 26, 2008 at 11:00 A.M. To extend online condolences to the Bowers Family, please visit us at www.clarkducote.com. CLARK-DUCOTE FUNERAL HOME (392- 7773) of Belle Chasse is assisting the family at this most difficult time. Times Picayune 04/25/2008. **************************************** 000097 Bozant - Nicolle Ann Bozant on Thursday, March 20, 2008. Age 26 years. Mother of Shelby Bozant. Beloved daughter of Heidi Siener Hernandez and Steven Bozant, Sr. Step daughter of Kenneth Hernandez. Sister of Steven Bozant, Jr. and Brandon Bozant. Granddaughter of Rita and Gabe Bozant and the late Rose and Alvin Siener, Sr. Also survived by aunts, uncles, cousins and a niece. Private Services were held on Monday, March 31, 2008. Donations to Shelby Bozant Fund appreciated. ST. BERNARD MEMORIAL FUNERAL HOME, 701 West Virtue Street, Chalmette, LA 70043 in charge of arrangements. Times Picayune 04/1/2008. **************************************** 000098 Bozeman - Willie "Sam" Bozeman passed away on Wednesday, April 2, 2008 in Longview, Texas. A native of Gulfport, MS and a resident of New Orleans and Chalmette, LA until his family relocated to Colorado Springs, CO after hurriccane Katrina. He was 59. He leaves behind his beloved wife, Cherryl Bozeman and his children: Christopher Lee and Amber Rose. He is also survived by his loving mother, Cherry Lassabe Kelly, his sisters: Brenda Kelly Kokemor and Keri L. Kelly, and 4 nephews: Blake Kelly, Cory Kelly, Robert Kelly and Royce Kelly. Sam will be missed and forever loved by all who knew him. You can view and sign the guestbook at www.nola.com. Times Picayune 04/13/2008. **************************************** 000099 Bozes - Sgt. Paul Peter Bozes, U. S. Army National Guard, Retired and Past Master of Etoile Polaire #1, passed away on Tuesday, April 8, 2008 at 11:30 p.m. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Mary Pembo Bozes and his parents, Theresa Vincent Ball and Johnny G. Bozes and late brothers and sisters. Sgt. Bozes was born on June 28, 1935 in New Orleans; he resided in Violet, LA for over 30 years and was a resident of Brookhaven, MS since Katrina. He leaves behind his children, Barbara A. Bozes Mustard of Bogue Chitto, MS, John Paul Bozes, Sr. of Brookhaven, MS and Carol Ann Bozes Hamm of Temple, TX. Grandchildren Brittany May, Angela, Elizabeth, and Robert. The late John Bozes, Jr. (Lil Champ), great grandchildren Lil Philip III and Angel Marie. Sgt. Bozes served in the U. S. Navy for 8 years and in the U. S. Army National Guard (141st Artillery) for many years. He was a member of Etoile Polaire #1 and J. M. Wesson Masonic Lodge and International Order of Job's Daughters Bethel #3 & 4 and the American Legion. He was an active member of Covenant United Methodist of Chalmette, LA and present member of DeCell Methodist Church in Wesson, MS. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the funeral. Visitation will be at JACOB SCHOEN AND SON FUNERAL HOME, 3827 Canal Street at N. Scott, New Orleans, LA on Monday, April 14, 2008 beginning at 10:00 A.M. and conclude with the Funeral Ceremony in the Chapel at 1:00 P.M. Interment with full Military Honors will follow in Masonic Cemetery. Guest book may be signed online at www.legacy.com. Times Picayune 04/13/2008 **************************************** 000100 Bramlett - Scott Lee Bramlett Sr., 56, passed away Sunday, April 20. He is survived by wife, Tammie, mother, Mary, sons Scott Jr., Nick, Steven, and John, step-daughter, Brittanie, grandchildren Alex, Briar, Madaline, and Trace, and brother, Eulain Bramlett Jr. Donations may be made to American Cancer Society and mailed to PO Box 6504, Slidell, LA 70469 c/o RFL. Times Picayune 04/27/2008. **************************************** 000101 Branch - Shirley Morgan Branch, age 83, passed away on Tuesday, April 22, 2008 at 1:30 A.M. Mrs. Branch was born in New Orleans, LA, the daughter of the late Eugene and Bernadine Poncet of New Orleans. She was married to the late Kenneth P. Morgan of West Virginia and the late John K. Branch of Virginia. She was a Civil Servant for the Jefferson Parish Council, retiring with twenty years of service. She was the beloved mother of Nancy Morgan Songy, the late Sandra Morgan Lee, and the late Kenneth Lee Morgan. Brother of the late George A. Heidbrink. She was the grandmother of ten, the great grandmother of 15, and the great, great grandmother of three. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Funeral at Leitz-Eagan Funeral Home Chapel, 4747 Veterans Blvd., Metairie, LA on Friday, April 25, 2008 at 1:00 PM. Interment to follow in Lake Lawn Cemetery. Visitation on Thursday from 6:00PM until 9:00PM and on Friday from 11:00AM until 1:00PM. In lieu of flowers, please make a charitable donation in Mrs. Branch's name to the American Diabetes Association. Times Picayune 04/23/2008 **************************************** 000102 Brand - Edith R. Brand December 9, 1919 - April 26, 2008 Edith R. Brand, age 88, a lifelong resident of New Orleans, LA, passed away on Saturday, April 26, 2008 at Resthaven Living Center, Bogalusa, LA. She was a 1941 graduate of LSU with a degree in Journalism and work-ed for the Union Pacific Railroad for 40 years. She is survived by numerous nieces and nephews. Poole-Ritchie Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. To view and sign the register book go to: pooleritchiefuneralhome.com. Times Picayune 04/30/2008. **************************************** 000103 Breaux - Helen Hansen Breaux, age 82 years and a resident of Marrero, LA, passed away on Thursday, April, 24, 2008. Beloved wife of the late Douglas N. Breaux, Sr. Daughter of the late Lee V. Hansen and Nellie M. Hansen. Mother of Douglas J. Breaux, Jr. (Lucia), and Richard W. Breaux, Sr. Grandmother of Helen Spell (Jim), Michele Tavernet (Mike), Tracy Breaux (Manette), Richard W. Breaux, Jr., John Douglas "J.D." Breaux, Roxanne Bergeron (Keith), and Wayne Breaux (Britany). Great-grand-mother of Christine and William Spell, Spencer Tavernet, Cameron Breaux, and Madden Breaux. Sister of John Hansen of Mobile, AL, Alma L. McCabe of Seattle, WA, and the late Joe M. Hansen, Nellie M. Hansen, Camilla Bobinger, Augusta Estella Pringle, and Pauline Hansen. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend a Visitation at MOTHE FUNERAL HOME, 2100 Westbank Expressway, Harvey, LA on Tuesday, April 29, 2008 from 9:00 AM until 11:00 AM. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 11:00 AM. Interment in Westlawn Memorial Park Cemetery, Gretna, LA. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Church of the Annunciation, 4512 S. Derbigny St., New Orleans, LA 70125. For funeral information, please call 366-4343. Times Picayune 04/26/2008 **************************************** 000104 Brennan - Master Chief Gunners Mate USN Ret. George H. Brennan sailed forward on Friday, April 11, 2008. Beloved husband of the late Peggy Brennan. Son of the late Evelyn and George Brennan. Father of Kathleen Ann Brennan and Kevin Patrick Brennan. Grandfather of Michael and Joleen Matherne, Christopher and Jennifer Matherne, Sean and Cassie Brennan, and Lori Ann Brennan. Great-grandfather of Mickey and Maggie Mae Matherne. Brother of Joan Mangan. Age 79, a native of Queens, NY and a resident of Gretna, LA for the past 35 years. Relatives and friends of the family, also shipmates and friends of the Fleet Reserve Association 162 and members of the Emerald Society are invited to attend a Funeral Service at MOTHE FUNERAL HOME, 2100 Westbank Expressway, Harvey, LA on Tuesday, April 15, 2008 at 11:00 AM. Visitation will be Monday evening from 6:00 to 10:00 PM and again Tuesday morning from 9:00 AM until service time. Graveside Services to be held at Biloxi National Cemetery, Biloxi, MS at 1:30 PM with full Military Honors. For funeral information, call 366-4343. Times Picayune 04/12/2008 **************************************** 000105 Bright - Gertrude Bright, a Homemaker, age 80, passed away on Thursday, April 3, 2008 in Metairie, La. Daughter of the late Abraham Prembrook and Emma Taylor Raphile. Wife of the late Victor Bright, Sr. Mother of Sylvia James, Ulysses and Geraldine Bright, and the late Victor Bright, Jr. and Shirley P. Woodland. Sister of Josephine Jackson and Delores Ward. Also survived by a host of grandchildren, great- grandchildren, nieces, nephews, daughter, sons, and sister in law, cousins, other relatives and friends. A native of Gramercy and a resident of Reserve, La. Pastor, Officers and members of Greater New Plymouth Rock B.C. and all neighboring churches are invited to attend the Funeral Service on Saturday, April 12, 2008 at 11:00a.m. from the above named church, 110 N.W. 13th St., Reserve, La. Rev. David Carter, Pastor Officiating. Interment in Zion Travelers Cem., Reserve, La. Visitation at the Church from 9:00a.m. until Service time. Service Entrusted to Hobson Brown Funeral Home Garyville, La. Times Picayune 04/11/2008 **************************************** 000106 Brockhoeft - Kenneth Paul Brockhoeft, retired from Union Pacific Railroad after 35 years, passed away on Wednesday, April 16, 2008. Beloved companion of Ann Kaupp. Formerly married to Dorothy Lawson. Father of Terry B. Guidry and Tracy B. Feltner. Survived by 3 grandchildren and 4 great-grandchildren. Age 71 years, a native of Algiers and a resident of Gretna, LA. Relatives and Friends of the Family, also members of David Crockett Fire Dept., are invited to attend a Visitation at MOTHE FUNERAL HOME, 2100 Westbank Expressway, Harvey, LA, on Saturday, April 19, 2008 from 6:30 PM until 10 PM. Interment will be private. For funeral information, call 366-4343. Times Picayune 04/18/2008. **************************************** 000107 Brooks - Barbara Foster Brooks, a retired teacher/ librarian of the New Orleans Public Schools, was received into the loving arms of her Savior Jesus Christ on April 3, 2008, after a long and tireless battle with Multiple Sclerosis. She was the former wife of the late James E. Brooks and daughter of the late Jethro and Ella Foster; loving mother of Bianca A. Brooks; devoted grandmother of Rhyan L. Rochon, and endearing sister of Joyce E. Foster, her faithful caregiver; also survived by a host of other relatives and friends. Age 60. Relatives and friends of the family, also pastors, officers and members of Union Bethel A.M.E. Church and Franklin Avenue Baptist Church, faculty and staff of Bradley O.C. Haley Elem., Douglass and Abramson High Schools, and Cathedral Academy, Southeastern LA Univ., Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Orleans Parish District PTA, UTNO, Canon Hospice, The Medical Team, Council of Aging (Respite), and Ladlaw Transp. Recovery School District, are invited to attend the Homegoing Celebration Services on Wednesday, April 9, 2008, at 11:00 a.m., at Payne Memorial A.M.E. Church, 3310 So. Liberty Street, Rev. Thomas B. Brown, Jr., officiating. Visitation from 9:00 a.m. until funeral time. Interment Butler Town Cemetery, Amite, La. Arrangements by D. W. Rhodes Funeral Home, New Orleans, Louisiana. Please visit www.rhodesfuneral.com to sign the guest book. Times Picayune 04/8/2008. **************************************** 000108 Brouillette - Abel M. "Abe" Brouillette, Jr. passed away from Cancer on Tuesday, April 1, 2008 at the age of 61. He was born in New Orleans and was a lifelong resident of Kenner. Loving father of Alice Brouillette and Selina Brouillette. Stepfather of Rebecca, Melissa, and Stefanie Durrett. Son of the late Abel M. and Emma Former Reynolds Brouillette. Brother of the late Rosabelle "Rose" Brouillette Watmon. Grandfather of Joshua and Jessica Smith. Former husband of Debbie Brouillette by third marriage, Gayle LeFevre by second marriage and JoAnn Reed by first marriage. Also survived by family, friends and fellow truck drivers. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend a Funeral Mass at the Kenner funeral home of L.A. Muhleisen and Son, 2607 Williams Blvd., on Friday, April 4, 2008 at 11:30 a.m. Friends may visit from 6:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. on Thursday and after 9:00 a.m. on Friday. Interment in Greenwood Cemetery. Times Picayune 04/3/2008. **************************************** 000109 Broussard - Doris Thibeaux Broussard entered into eternal rest on Friday, April 18, 2008. Beloved daughter of the late Ernest and Eva Thibeaux. Wife of the late Howard J. Broussard (Bob). Mother of Elwood J. Broussard (Driscilla), Germaine E. Broussard, Angelica Broussard, Eva Broussard Grant (Cary). Sister of Joyce T. Strauss, Leonard Thibeaux and Ranson Thibeaux. Grandmother of Anissa Broussard Holmes (Pierre-John), Donald M. Carrere II, Tiffany M. Broussard, Jon-Devin Carrere, Elwood J. Broussard II (EJ), Cary M. Grant II and Cara M. Grant. Great-Grandmother of Ana-Kay Holmes and Brady Austin Holmes. Also survived by a host of nieces, nephews and other relatives and friends. A native of Lafayette, LA and a resident of New Orleans, LA for 58 years. Relatives and friends of the family, also priest and parishioners of Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church in Layfayette, LA, St. Stephens Catholic Church, Holy Ghost Catholic Church and Our Lady Lourdes Catholic Church all of New Orleans, LA are invited to attend the Visitation on Thursday, April 24, 2008 at Syrie Funeral Home, 1417 East Simcoe St., Lafayette, La 70501 (1-337-235-2305) from 9:00 am until 12:00 noon. Followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church, 818 12th Street at 12:30 pm. Interment Holy Rosary Cemetery-Kaplan, LA. No Wake. You may sign the guest book on nola.com/obits & www.SyrieFH.com. GERTRUDE GEDDES WILLIS FUNERAL HOME INC., and SYRIE FUNERAL HOMEin charge. Times Picayune 04/22/2008. **************************************** 000110 Broussard - M. Mable Hulin Broussard passed away on Thursday, April 10, 2008. Known by most as "Nannie", she was the beloved mother of Steven K. Broussard and his wife Katherine, Carolyn B. Briggs and her husband David and Deborah B. Penney and her husband Reginald; sister of Edmund Hulin, Sr., J.D. Hulin and M. Sable H. Beadle (twin). She is also survived by 5 grandchildren and 9 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Walter J. Broussard, Jr.; her mother, Etacia Norris Hulin; her father, Giles Hulin; three brothers, Preston, Dauras, and Aulton Hulin; and a sister, Laura H. Broussard. Age 81 years, she was a native of Jefferson Island, LA and a resident of Covington, LA for the past 26 years. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the Funeral Services on Monday, April 14, 2008 at 11:00 AM from the Chapel at E.J. Fielding Funeral Home Inc., 2260 W. 21st. Ave., Covington, LA 70433. Visitation on Sunday, April 13, 2008 will be from 6:00 to 9:00 PM and on Monday, April 14, 2008 from 9:00 AM until service time. Interment will follow in Pinecrest Memorial Gardens. Sign Guest Book online at www.ejfieldingfh.com. Times Picayune 04/12/2008. **************************************** 000111 Brown - Adele Broas Brown entered into eternal rest on Tuesday, April 22, 2008. Beloved wife of Louis J. Brown, Jr. for 57 years. Devoted mother of Greg Brown (husband of Debbie Brown), Sharon Brown, Denise Diano (wife of Sim Diano), and Kathy Juhas (wife of Mike Juhas). She was preceded in death by her parents George A. Broas and Adele E. Broas. Survived by her sister Joy Monroe (wife of Joseph P. Monroe). Loving grandmother of Michael, Jessica, Rachel, Jeffrey, Rebecca, Jason, Timothy, Gregory, and Christine. Great-grandmother of Gabriella, Cameron, Madisyn, Jaden, Peyton, Sophia, and Hannah. She will be dearly missed by all of her family and friends. Adele was a retired R.N. and was very active in serving the church through her volunteer work at the Blessed Father Seelos Center and St. Edward the Confessor Church. She was a founding member and the first president of the Fretted Instrument Guild Foundation and also was a member of the Heralds of the Gospel. The family of Mrs. Brown would like to thank and would appreciate donations made to the Sisters, Servants of Mary, 5001 Perlita St., New Orleans, LA 70122, (504) 282-5549 and St. Joseph Hospice, 824 Elmwood Park Blvd., # 155, New Orleans, LA 70123, (504) 734-0140 and, for their great care and love given to her during her brief battle with cancer. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Funeral Mass at St. Edward the Confessor Church, 4921 West Metairie Ave, Metairie, on Friday, April 25, 2008 at 12:00 p.m. Interment will follow in Greenwood Cemetery. Visitation will begin at 10:00 a.m. at the church. To sign and view the Family Guestbook, please visit www.lakelawnmetairie.com. Times Picayune 04/24/2008 **************************************** 000112 Brown - Annette Lee Brown entered into eternal rest on April 22, 2008. Annette is survived by her husband, Gerald J. Brown, daughters, Gerlda B. Hines and Glenda B. Parker; brother, Ahab J. Lee, Jr., sister, Juliette Lee Walter; sister-in-law of Joyce Lee, Lubertha Colbert, Priscilla Franklin, Barbara Ann Wilson, Cynthia Brown, Gregory Brown, Raymond Brown, and Lionel Brown; son-in-law Jermain Parker; her grandchildren, Eric J. Hines, Kaissi M. Parker, and Yasmine T. Parker. Annette is preceded in death by her parents Ahab Jimmy Lee, Sr. and Luella Hill Williams; brother, Walter Colbert; and sisters, Claudette Johnson, Illivia N. Summers and Equilla Wiltz. She is also survived by a host of nieces, nephews, family, and friends. She was a member of Franklin Avenue Baptist Church in New Orleans, LA. She was a graduate of McDonogh 35 Senior High School, Southern University, Wichita State University, and the University of New Orleans. Annette retired as a teacher and librarian from the Orleans Parish School System after 30 years of service. Relatives and friends of the family, also Pastors and members of Franklin Ave. B.C. are invited to a wake service on Friday, April 25, 2008 at 7:00 p.m. at Zion Hill Baptist Church, 1126 N. Robertson Street, New Orleans, LA, 70116. Visitation will begin at 6:00 p.m. A dismissal service on Saturday, April 26, 2008 at 10:00 a.m. Visitation will be held from 8:00 a.m. until 10:00 a.m. Interment: Mount Olivet Cemetery, 4000 Norman Mayer Avenue, New Orleans, LA. Arrangements by Rhodes Funeral Home. Times Picayune 04/24/2008. **************************************** 000113 Brown - Bernice Brown died on Friday, April 11, 2008. Mother of Althea W. (Samuel) Ridgley, Verliria L. (Rev. Eddie Sr.) Henry, Darlene Grant (Andrel Sr.) Johnson, Rene (Amy) Edwards and Renard (Karla Teal) Edwards. Sister of Elliot Jr. (Dessie), Edwin Sr. (Betty), Ralph Brown and Verdel (Al) Cage. Also survived by 18 grandchildren, 39 great grandchildren and 5 great-great grandchildren and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends. Relatives and friends of the family, also Pastor, officers and members of Little Zion M.B.C., Marine B.C., Christian Faith Apostolic, First Zion B.C. and all neighboring churches, Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses, Northrop Grumman, East Jefferson Hospital and Cox Communication are invited to attend the Funeral Services from Little Zion Missionary Baptist Church, 2200 Kenner Ave., Kenner, LA, on Saturday, April 19, 2008 at 12:00 noon. Rev. Leroy Taylor officiating. Viewing will begin at 10:00 a.m. Interment: Providence Memorial Park, Metairie, LA. Richardson Funeral Home of Jefferson in charge of arrangements. Times Picayune 04/18/2008. **************************************** 000114 Brown - Brenda Gail Amora Brown, a former Air Force Specialist, passed away at home on Tuesday, March 25, 2008. Daughter of the late Cecil and Lishey Rose Amora. Beloved mother of Lumas and Lishey Brown. Sister of Ceci, Lumas and Joshua Amora and the late Delila Amora. Also survived by a host of aunts, uncles, cousins, other relatives and friends. A lifelong resident of Algiers, LA. Relatives and friends of the family; also pastors, officers and members of Asbury United Methodist Church and all neighboring churches are invited to attend Funeral Services on Wednesday, April 2, 2008 at 10:00 a.m. at Asbury U.M. Church, 2725 Ernest St., Algiers, LA Rev. Dr. Andrew J. Douglas, officiating. Visitation will begin at 8:00 a.m. Interment in Eureka Cemetery, Algiers, LA. Professional services entrusted to: MURRAY HENDERSON FUNERAL HOME 1209 Teche Street, Algeris, LA Times Picayune 04/1/2008. **************************************** 000115 Brown - Charles Brown, Sr. on Monday, March 31, 2008. Husband of the late Belulah A. Brown. Father of Charles Brown Jr. and CherylAnn B. Jones. Son of the late Zachary and Elizabeth Brown. Grandfather of Randi and Micah Brown, Malik, Kamara and Roland Jones, Jr. and Kaila Bobb. Father- in-law of Shelia Brown and Roland P. Jones, Sr. Brother of Calvin Brown and the late Pauline Lewis, Leontine Green, Rebecca Jiles, Elizabeth Hopkins, Laura Fletcher, Zachary, Sidney, Lloyd and Percy Brown. Also survived by a host of other relatives and friends. Relatives and friends, also employees of New Orleans Emergency Medical Services, New Orleans Health Department, New Orleans Fire Department, St. Charles Health Care, Divine Grace Choir, James M. Singleton Charter and Joseph S. Clark High Schools are invited to attend the Funeral Services on Saturday, April 5, 2008 at 12:00 noon at New Orleans Triumph Baptist Church, 1760 N. Rampart St. Rev. Ronnie Crockett-officiating. Visitation 10:00am. Interment Providence Cemetery. Services Entrusted To Louisiana Undertaking Company, Inc. 1449 N. Claiborne Avenue New Orleans, Louisiana 70116 (504) 945-2145 Jeffery K. Jenkins / Renard A. Boissiere Fatima B. Conner Directors Times Picayune 04/4/2008. **************************************** 000116 Brown - Durrell Dominick Brown on Monday, April 7, 2008. Son of Melvin James Jr. and Sonya Brown. Fiance of Di'Jon Cobbs. Father of Kai Brown, De'von Cooper, Di'Noj Cobbs-Brown and MiKayla McLaurin. Brother of Keishaun Murphy-Bieniemy, Miyakie Brown, Breanna Richardson, Shekinah Brown, Dutchess, Melody, Melvin James III. Grandson of Mona Brown, Naomi James and Jerome Davisand the late John Orso. Uncle of David Bieniemy Jr. Friend of Shanda Copper and Jakeisha Williams. Also survived by aunts, uncles, cousins and host of family and friends. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the Funeral Services on Saturday, April 12, 2008 at 12:00 noon at Louisiana Undertaking Company, 1449 N. Claiborne Ave. Visitation 10:30 am. Interment Mt. Olivet Cemetery. Services entrusted to Louisiana Undertaking Company, Inc. 1449 N. Claiborne Ave., N.O., LA 70116 Information: (504) 945-2145 Jeffery K. Jenkins / Renard A. Boissiere Fatima B. Conner Directors Times Picayune 04/11/2008 **************************************** 000117 Brown - Estelle Williams Brown, age 89 entered into eternal rest n Friday, April 11, 2008. She taught in Orleans Parish Schools for many years. Estelle was a native of Wilson, LA. Mother of Samuel K. Brown and Thomas E. Richardson. Grandmother of Yolanda Richardson Brown and Clyde Huntley, Jr. Great-Grandmother of Joseph Ramsey, Jaya and Joshua Brown. Daughter-in-law, Linda Brown. Grand- Daughter-in-law, Andrea Huntley. Grandson-in-law, Reginald Brown. Life-long friends, Ruth Young, Audrey Robertson, Jackie Stokes and Marion Bouligny. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the Memorial Services on Tuesday, April 22, 2008 at Gertrude Geddes Willis Funeral Home, 2120 Jackson Avenue at 11:00 am. Private Burial. No Wake. You may sign the guest book on nola.com/obits. GERTRUDE GEDDES WILLIS FUNERAL HOME INC., IN CHARGE. Times Picayune 04/20/2008 **************************************** 000118 Brown - Felton Joseph Brown "Buster" leaves to mourn his death and rejoice in his salvation, his mother, Gladys Brown and his father, David Brown. Brother of Desiree Brown Bernard, David Jr., Maurice Michael, David III, Nieysha, Richard, Annie Brown and Arise Brown Hitchen. Nephew of Dorothy Cosey and Chester Brown, Jr. Brother-in-law of Donald Ray Hitchen. Also survived by nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends. Preceded in death by grandparents: Felton and Grace Fleming, Chester Brown and Annie Laura; aunt, Beatrice Brown; niece, Lisa Bernard Henderson; brother-in-law, Alphonce Bernard; sister-in-law, Belinda Brown; and godparents: Arthur and Ella Sims. Relatives and friends of the family; also pastors, officers and members of Macedonia F.G.B.C. are invited to attend the Visitation on Satuday, April 12, 2008 at Macedonia F.G.B.C., 802 Third St. from 9:00 a.m. until 11:00 a.m. Followed by Funeral Services at 11:00 a.m. Interment Resthaven Memorial Park. NO WAKE. You May sign the guest book on nola.com/obits. GERTRUDE GEDDES WILLIS FUNERAL HOME, INC. in charge. Times Picayune 04/11/2008 **************************************** 000119 Brown - Vanessa Ann Brown, age 53, passed away on Monday, April 7, 2008 in Los Angeles, CA. Her Homegoing Service will be held on Saturday, April 19, 2008 at 2:00 p.m. at Heritage Funeral Home, 4101 St. Claude Ave. Visitation will be held from 1:00 p.m until the hour of service. Rev. Herman Brown will officiate. Interment Mt. Israel Cemetery, Fayette, MS. She leaves to cherish her many precious memories: her mate, Abraham Tadessa; her mother, Betty Brown; 3 sisters: Ann Hamilton, Brenda Chapman and Gwendolyn Brown; and a host of other relatives and friends. HERITATE FUNERAL DIRECTORS "A Spirit of Excellence" 4101 St. Claude Avenue., N.O., LA Information: (504) 944-5500 Times Picayune 04/18/2008. **************************************** 000120 Brubaker - Chief Petty Officer John Galen Brubaker, U.S. NAVAL Reserves, Retired, of Slidell, LA passed away on Wednesday, April 2, 2008, at his residence. Beloved Husband of Marilyn Arline Brubaker for the past 59 years. Father of James "Jim" R. Brubaker, William A. Brubaker, Janet Ann Brubaker. Brother of Donald Brubaker (Betty), Jean Walters (Dick), Ralph Brubaker (Nell) and the late Edward Brubaker. Also survived by 2 grandchildren, Amanda Grace Johnson and Timothy J. Brubaker, numerous nieces and nephews and his best friend, Bill Monday. Age 83 years. A native of Savannah, Ohio, a resident of Slidell for the past 30 years and was employed at the U.S. Naval Reserve Headquarters in New Orleans, La. He was 50 year member and Master Mason of Masonic Lodge #595 in Worthington, Oh. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the Memorial Services at Aldersgate United Methodist Church, 360 Robert Blvd., Slidell, on Monday, April 7, 2008 at 12:00 P.M. Visitation on Monday after 11:00 A.M. until funeral time. Donations to American Heart Association, preferred, in lieu of flowers. Arrangements by Honaker Funeral Home, Inc., Slidell, LA. Times Picayune 04/6/2008. **************************************** 000121 Brumfield - Blanch Marie Brumfield pased away on Friday, April 11th, 2008 at Ochsner Hospital. She was a native of Kenner, La. She leaves to cherish her husband. Anthony Brumfield; 2 daughters: Aleshia and LaCurshia Haynes; 1 step-daughter, 2 stepsons, 9 sisters, her mother, Willie Mae Butler, mother-in-law, Mary Brumfield, and a host of family and friends. Services will be held Saturday, April 19, 2008 at Marine B.C., 3034 Andover St., Jefferson, LA at 10:00 a.m. Visitation begins at 9:00 a.m. Interment in Smithdale, MS at Browns Chapel. Cooks Funeral Home in charge. Times Picayune 04/18/2008. **************************************** 000122 Bullard - Florine Bullard entered eternal rest on Monday, March 31, 2008. She was 72 years of age. She was the loving mother of Iris Casey and her husband, Dennis M. Casey, Sr. and also the adoring grandmother of Dennis M. Casey, Jr. and Kelly J. Casey. Florine was also the daughter of the late August Schillenkamp and Florine Sints Truxillo and also Lawrence (Rack) Truxillo. She is also survived by extended family and friends. Funeral Services will be held at Schoen Funeral Home on Friday, April 4, 2008. Visitation will begin at 10:00 AM and last until 12 Noon when a Prayer Service will be held in the Chapel. Interment will follow in St. Roch # 1 Cemetery. Family and friends are invited to view and sign an online guestbook at www.legacy.com. Times Picayune 04/3/2008. **************************************** 000123 Buras - Gladys L. Buras passed away on Thursday, April 3, 2008 at 84 years of age. She was the beloved wife of the late Victor J. Buras, Jr. and the mother of Karol Buras Collins. She was the grandmother of Amanda Nicole Collins, Chase Matthew Collins and Nikki Danielle Roth as well great-grandmother of Nina Mya-Lynn Galarza. She was the daughter of the late Wilfred and Josephine Golemmi Buras and the sister of Dorothy Landry Buras and the late Anthony Landry. She is also survived by her god-daughter Sandra Buras Franklin as well as numerous cousins and extended family members. Funeral Services will be held at Schoen Funeral Home on Wednesday, April 9, 2008. Visitation will be held from 9:00 AM until 1:00 PM when a prayer service will be held in the funeral home Chapel. Interment will then follow at St. Louis # 3 Cemetery. Family and friends are welcome to view and sign the online memorial at www.MeM.com. Times Picayune 04/8/2008. **************************************** 000124 Buras - Phyllis Rose Buras entered into heaven, eternal rest and into the arms of Almighty God at 5:35 PM on April 18, 2008. Born in New Orleans on September 18, 1924 and a resident of Metairie for the past 30 years. Phyllis was a homemaker and most loving and very devoted mother to John H. Buras, Jr., Linda A. Chaix, Michael R. Buras, Raymond D. Buras, Phyllis M. Buras, and Wayne J. Buras. She is also survived by her sister, Mrs. Anita L. Laborde, her brother Vincent A. Guarrasi along with numerous nieces, nephews, grandchildren and great grandchildren. A special thank you to her son Raymond who was her untiring caregiver for the past 9 years. Private services were held yesterday at Lake Lawn Metairie Funeral Home. Burial took place at Lake Lawn Park Mausoleum. The family's only request are for your prayers. LAKE LAWN METAIRIE FUNERAL HOME was in charge of arrangements. Times Picayune 04/22/2008. **************************************** 000125 Burglass - Mary Lynn "Casey" Burglass passed away on Friday, April 25, 2008. Mrs. Burglass was the widow of Bruce D. Burglass to whom she was married for almost 50 years. She was the daughter of the late Jane Hill Burns and Thomas Lynd Case. Mrs. Burglass was the director of the Jefferson Parish Animal Shelter for many years. During her tenure, she oversaw the design, construction and operation of the new Eastbank Animal Shelter, which opened in 1986. She modernized the Animal Shelter by providing extensive training to the staff in accordance with national animal control standards. While director, she also hosted the National Convention for the National Animal Control Association in New Orleans, which was attended by Animal Control Officers from across the country. While married, Mrs. Burglass and her husband devoted many years to training and field trialing their Labrador Retrievers. They attended numerous field trials and competed successfully across Louisiana and the Southeastern United States. Mother of Bruce D. Burglass, Jr., Melissa Ann Burglass, and Scott G. Burglass. Also survived by six grandchildren: Caroline, Emily, John, Ford, Tyler, and Harley. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the funeral services at Lake Lawn Metairie Funeral Home Chapel at 5100 Pontchartrain Blvd., on Thursday, May 1, 2008 at 2:00 PM with visitation beginning at 12:30 PM. To view and sign the family guest book, please visit www.lakelawnmetairie.com. Times Picayune 04/30/2008 - 5/1/2008. **************************************** 000126 Burke - Donald Joseph Burke, Sr. passed away on Sunday April 6, 2008 at the age of 74. Beloved husband of Patricia Freeman-Burke. Father of Donnalyn Burke Brown, Julie Burke Haney, Donald Burke, Jr., Tracey Burke Kirsch and David Burke and the late Brenda Burke Landrieu. Step- father of Christy Freeman Pigeon and Sean Freeman. Grandfather of Bookleigh Fitzgerald, Ashleigh Nunez, Lindsey Boyd, Tyler Burke, Gabrielle and Sasha Kirsch, Nicole Pigeon, and Cole and Kacey Freeman. Great-grandfather of Alexis Fitzgerald, Savannah Nunez, Mckenzie Baswell. Brother of Edwin (Sonny) Burke, Jr., Jane Ann Burke, Mary Ann (Mimi) Livaccaria and the late Karl (Mickey) Burke. Son of the late Edwin and Imelda Burke, Sr. Mr. Burke served in the U.S Marine Corps during the Korean War. He was also a past president of the Louisiana Independent Finance Association, a member of the VFW and the Knights of Columbus Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the Funeral Mass at GARDEN OF MEMORIES FUNERAL HOME, 4900 Airline Dr., Metairie, LA 70001 on Wednesday, April 9, 2008 at 7:00 pm. Visitation will be on Wednesday April 9, 2008 at 4:30pm until 7:00pm. Interment will be private. To sign the online guestbook please visit www.legacy.com. For information please call (504 )833-3786. Times Picayune 04/8/2008 **************************************** 000127 Burkstaller - William Joseph Burkstaller passed away on Sunday, March 30, 2008. Beloved father of Chris Burkstaller and his wife Marie, Suzanne Beauclair Roy and her husband Greg and Renee Beauclair Twersky and her husband Jack; and grandfather to Claire, Emily and Elise Roy, Gabriel Young and Cameron Burkstaller. He was preceded in death by his wife, Jeanette Kenney Burkstaller; his mother, Dollie Marie Williams Burkstaller; and his father, Charles Burkstaller. Age 79 years, a native of Mound City, IL and a resident of Covington, LA for the past 43 years. He was a United States Army Veteran having served during the Korean Conflict. Mechanical Engineer by degree, he also enjoyed a career in Advertising. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend graveside services on Wednesday, April 2, 2008 at 11:00 AM at Pinecrest Memorial Gardens Mausoleum, 2280 W. 21st. Ave., Covington, LA 70433. In lieu of flowers, the family would prefer donations to Hospice of Pointe Coupee, 350 Hospital Road, New Roads, LA 70760 (225) 638- 5717. Sign Guest Book online at www.ejfieldingfh.com. Times Picayune 04/2/2008. **************************************** 000128 Burney - Irene Webb Burney, a precious angel, passed away on Wednesday, April 23, 2008 at the tender age of 88. She was the cherished wife of the late Fred W. Burney. Loving mother of Geraldine B. Colar and her husband James B. Colar, Jr. Grandmother of AnJanette Brown Perkins and her husband Rodney G. Perkins, Sr. Great-grandmother of Rodney, Jr. and Amber Renee' Perkins. She was preceded in death by her parents, Mel and Ellen Webb, two sisters Rosalie W. Landry and Mary W. Carter; three brothers Chester Sr., Emmitt and Joseph Webb. She is survived by and fondly remembered by one brother, Clabon Webb, a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. She will be forever remembered as a loving and spirit filled mother, grandmother, sister and aunt who treasured her family. Relatives and friends of the family, also Pastors, Officers and Members of Greater St. Stephen F.G.B.C. are all invited to attend the Funeral Service on Wednesday, April 30, 2008 at 10:00am at Greater St. Stephen F.G.B.C., 2308 So. Liberty St. Visitation will begin at 9:00am. Pastor Debra Morton, Officiating. Interment in Providence Park. Arrangements entrusted to Majestic Mortuary (504)523-5872 Times Picayune 04/29/2008. **************************************** 000129 Busurelo - Yvonne Guichard Busurelo, age 88, departed this life on Friday, April 4th. A widow for 7 days and the devoted and loving wife of Robert Busurelo for 61 and a half years, she now joins her Bob in eternal rest. She was a native of New Orleans. Devoted mother of Katherine Y., Eric N., Lawrence T. (Gwen Dohre) and the late Robert J. Busurelo. Adoptive mother to granddaughter Adrienne Y. Busurelo whom she so lovingly raised from infancy to adulthood, starting at age 65. Also grandmother of Elizabeth Neupert, Teresa Busurelo, and Kurt, Adam and Scot Busurelo. Great - grandmother of Maggie Neupert. Daughter of Aubin and Ophelia Kornrumpf Guichard. Sister of Lawrence J. Guichard and the late Elaine Cyrus and Yvette Bayham. Yvonne was a graduate of Annunciation High School. She retired after many years as a civil servant with the U.S. Department of Agriculture. When Hurricane Katrina destroyed her Gentilly home, she returned to the Faubourg Marigny neighborhood where she grew up. She was a long time parishioner of St. Frances Cabrini Catholic Church. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the Funeral Mass on Tuesday, April 8, 2008 at 12:00 noon from the chapel of Jacob Schoen & Son Funeral Home, 3827 Canal Street. Visitation on Tuesday will begin at 9:00 a.m. Internment will follow at St. Louis Cemetery No. 3. To sign and view the Family Guestbook, please visit www.legacy.com. Times Picayune 04/6/2008. **************************************** 000130 Butler - Chichal (Doretha/Dookie) Berry Butler departed this life on Wednesday, April 9, 2008 at West Jefferson Medical Center. Wife of Wayne Butler. Mother of Clarence and Alvin (Lynette) Clark. Stepmother of Karen Brown and Tanisha Butler. Grandmother of Romain Dison, Quanisha and Albert Bullock. Step grandmother of Shondricka, Michael, Patrick, Michelle, and Cory. Daughter of the late Rev. Wallace L. Berry, Jr. and Hibernia Keys Berry. Sister of Bessie Mae Woodward, Johnny and Geraldine Henderson, Joyce Marie Franklin, Gail Wallace, Cherry Pierre, Sheryl McKenzie, Donna Battle, Leotha, George Earl, and Jerry Berry and the late Barbara Ann Berry Ballet, also survived by a preponderance of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Age 59 years. A native of New Orleans, La. and a resident of Gretna, La. Relatives and friends of the family, also pastors, officers, and members of Harvest Ripe Church, Sunrise Baptist Church, Jesus Christ Apostolic Lighthouse, and owners and employees of C & C Marine Repair and Fabrication and Art Catering are invited to attend the Celebration of Chichal's Life at Harvest Ripe Church, 425 Amelia St., Gretna, La. on Monday, April 14, 2008 at 10:00a.m. Elder Jesse Pate Sr., officiating. Visitation from 9:00a.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 04/13/2008. **************************************** 000131 Butler - Desiree "Dee - Dee" Butler on Wednesday, April 9, 2008. Daughter of Paulette McCormick and the late Aaron Sr. and Leaster Marie Nolan Butler. Companion of Billy "Chicago" Stokes. Loving and devoted mother of Corey, Regnicia, Linisha and Desreona Butler. Step Mother of Prentiss, Gwen, La' Tasha and Darrell Polk and Annie Jenkins. Sister of Aaron, Corey and Kynta Butler and Karen McCormick. Also survived by 5 grandchildren and a host of nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, other relatives and friends. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Funeral Service on Friday, April 18, 2008 at Littlejohn Funeral Home, 2163 Aubry Street, for 11 am. Rev. Charles Jackson, officiating. Parlor visitation 9am until Service time. Interment Holt Cemetery. Professional Services Entrusted to: Littlejohn Funeral Home 2163 Aubry Street Cal K. Johnson, Manager - Funeral Director Info:504 - 940 - 0045 www.littlejohnfuneralhome.com Times Picayune 04/17/2008. **************************************** 000132 Butler - Emma Jean Butler, age 50, of New Orleans, LA and formerly of Magnolia, MS died on March 30, 2008. She was born on August 22, 1957 in Magnolia, MS. Preceded in death by parents, John L. and Rosie Lee Simmons Butler. Visitation at Cook's Enterprise Funeral Home Chapel on Saturday, April 5, 2008 from 12 Noon to 2PM. Services on Saturday, April 5, 2008 at 2PM at Cook's Enterprise Funeral Home Chapel. Interment Sherman Baptist Church Cemetery, Magnolia, MS. Cook's Enterprise Funeral Home in charge. Times Picayune 04/4/2008. **************************************** 000133 Butler - Larry Butler on Monday, March 31, 2008 at Tulane Hospital. Son of the late J.D. Butler and Helen Tilton Mc Knight. Step son of Marguerite Mc Knight and the late Harrison Mc Knight Sr. Brother of Stanley, Arthur and Steven Mc Knight and the late Harrison Mc Knight Jr. Nephew of Edgar (LoLa) and Joseph Tilton, Delores T. Turner and the late Nathan Turner. Relatives, friends, Pastors, officers and members of Beulah Land and Gr. Carver Baptist churches are invited to attend the Funeral Service on Saturday, April 5, 2008 at Gr. Carver B.C., 3343 Metropolitan St., at 12 noon. Rev. Michael Zacharie, Pastor of Beulah Land B.C., officiating. Church Visitation 11am until Service time. Interment Resthaven Memorial Park. Professional Services Entrusted to: Littlejohn Funeral Home 2163 Aubry Street Cal K. Johnson, Manager - Funeral Director Info: 504 - 940 - 0045 www.littlejohnfuneralhome.com Times Picayune 04/4/2008. **************************************** 000134 Butler - Master George Butler was born on January 22, 1996, the son of the late Gaynell Butler, grandson of Audrey T. Butler and the late Harold Butler, Sr.; his devoted and loving aunt Joy Marie Butler, JoAnn Williams and the late, Melvin Ann Dinkins; and his loving uncle Rev. Johnny R. Harbor, Sr. He is also survived by his great grandfather, a host of aunts, uncles, cousins and friends, and his adopted family of Alexandria, Louisiana. George attended the St. Bernard Parish and the Rapides Parish Homebound School. He was christened in August 2001, by Rev. Carlton Campbell. His godmother is Sister Beverly Banks and his godfather is Brother Kerry Thornton, Jr. George's family caregivers were Audrey and La Toya Banks, Paula P. Williams and Gussie and Janelle Harbor. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Funeral Service at LAKE LAWN METAIRIE FUNERAL HOME, 5100 Pontchartrain Blvd. (in Metairie Cemetery); on Saturday, April 5, 2008 at 12:00 Noon. Interment will follow in All Saints Mausoleum. Visitation will begin at 10:00 a.m. To sign and view the Family Guestbook, please visit www.lakelawnmetairie.com. Times Picayune 04/4/2008. **************************************** 000135 Butler - Russhine Butler on Sunday, April 13, 2008 in Montgomery, AL. Beloved daughter of Geralynn Butler Gilbert, Alton Gilbert and the late Russell Spurlock. Sister of Noel, Joell and Larron Butler, Melvin, Albert Jr., and Alton Gilbert III, Alisha Talton and Tyrienisha Smith. Granddaughter of Dorothy Butler, Diane Dugar, Ronald Dugar, and the late Gerald Mars. Also survived by a host of aunts, uncles other relatives and friends. Age 13. Relatives and friends, priest and parishioners of St. Peter Claver C.C. and all neighboring churches are invited to attend the Mass of Christian Burial at St. Peter Claver C.C., 1923 St. Phillip St. on Saturday, April 19, 2008 for 10AM. Father Michael Jacques, Celebrant. Church Visitation Saturday 9AM til hour of services. Entombment Providence Cemetery. Professional Services Entrusted To Littlejohn Funeral Home 2163 Aubry St. Cal K. Johnson - Manager Funeral Director Information: 940 - 0045 Times Picayune 04/18/2008. **************************************** 000136 Bynum - Lucinda Lester Bynum departed this life on Tuesday, April 1, 2008. She graduated from Gilbert Academy High School on St. Charles Avenue, operated by the Methodist Episcopal Church. She also attended Dillard University. She was a member of Brooks United Methodist Church, an usher, Sunday School teacher and various leadership positions in the United Methodist Women organization. Her volunteer activities were serving with the Methodist Hopsital Auxiliary, Lafon Home Board of Directors, Lafon Home Auxiliary, Church Women United of Greater New Orleans and the Greater New Orleans Federation of Churches. Civically she was active with the Louisiana League of Good Government, serving terms as President, Vice - President, Treasurer and Chair of several "Meet the Candidates Forums." Socially she was active in the Les Dames de Dames de Dignite' Carnival Club for many years, and with wives of the Epicureans Club, the Original Illinois Club and the Studs Club. She was also an active member of the Gilbert Academy Alumni Association. Daughter of the late Cantie M. Lester and Susie D. Lester. Wife of the late Alden Warren Bynum, Sr. Mother of Alden Warren Bynum, Jr. and Dr. Lester Medlock Bynum. Mother - in - law of Juanita Cooley Bynum. Sister - in - law of Horace C. Bynum, Sr., Alvin S. Bynum, Ethel Bynum and Adelle Bynum. Also survived by 6 grandchildren, Alden III, Lesley Michelle, Reginald Eugene, Marcellus, Montague and Messina Bynum and a host of nephews, nieces, cousins and other relatives and friends. Relatives and friends of the family, also Pastors, Officers and Members of Williams United Methodist Church and Brooks United Methodist Church are invited to attend the Visitation on Saturday, April 5, 2008 at Williams United Methodist Church, 7510 Pearl Street, from 9:00 am until 11:00 am. Followed by Funeral Services at 11:00 am. Rev. Dale Branch Pastor, Officiating. Interment Providence Memorial Park. No Wake. You may sign the guest book on nola.com/obits. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that any donations be made in memory of Lucinda Bynum to the Shiloh Baptist Church Scholarship Fund, 340 S. Howard Woodson Way, Trenton, NJ 08618. GERTRUDE GEDDES WILLIS FUNERAL HOME INC., IN CHARGE. Times Picayune 04/4/2008. **************************************** 000137 Cail - Brittany Nicole Cail, of Slidell, LA on Wednesday, April 9, 2008, at Slidell Memorial Hospital. Beloved daughter of Raquel Noland Cail and Tracy Cail. Also survived by her grandparents, Bettie and Terrel Noland and Warren and Vicki Cail, and numerous aunts, uncles and cousins. Age 19 years. She worked at Slidell Memorial Hospital in the Dietary Service Department. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the Celebration of her life at HONAKER FUNERAL HOME, 1751 GAUSE Blvd. WEST (IN FOREST LAWN CEMETERY), Slidell, LA, on Saturday, April 12, 2008 at 1:00 P.M. Visitation on Saturday after 11:00 A.M. until Service time. Arrangements by Honaker Funeral Home, Inc., Slidell, LA. Times Picayune 04/11/2008 **************************************** 000138 Camp - Josephine C. Camp (tete), age 86, departed this life on Saturday, April 5, 2008. A homemaker, born on November 24, 1921 in Slidell, LA. A long time parishioner of St. Phillips Catholic Church and became a parishioner of Our Lady Star of the Sea Catholic Church after Hurricane Katrina. She also enjoyed most of her retired days socializing with the Desire Community Senior Citizens Group. Daughter of the late Mr. Arnald Riley and Ms. Elma Cousin. Wife of the late Nolan Camp, Sr. A devoted friend of 40 years to the late J.D. Nixon. A devoted mother to Nolan Anthony Camp, Sr., Norbert Camp, the late Myra Brocks, Errol M. Camp, Sr. and Wilbert Camp, Sr. Mother - in - law of Carolyn Elaine Barnes. Also survived by 18 grandchildren, 63 great - grandchildren, a host of other relatives and friends. A native of New Orleans, LA. Relatives and friends of the family, also priest and parishioners of Our Lady Star of the Sea Catholic Church are invited to attend the Visitation on Saturday, April 12, 2008 at Our Lady Star of the Sea Catholic Church, 1835 St. Roch Avenue from 9:00 a.m. until 10:00 a.m. Followed by Funeral Services at 10:00 a.m. Interment Green Street Cemetery. NO WAKE. You may sign the guest book on nola.com/obits. GERTRUDE GEDDES WILLIS FUNERAL HOME, INC. in charge. Times Picayune 04/11/2008 **************************************** 000139 Campbell - Gary L. Campbell, Sr., age 52, entered into eternal rest on Saturday, April 12, 2008. Son of the late George Campbell, Sr. and Victoria Stewart Campbell. Father of Gary, Jr., Gerald and Demond Campbell, Travis and Theresa Oatis and M'Tisha Coleman. Brother of Ruth H. Ruth, George Campbell, Jr. and the late Rosemary Dennis. Devoted companion of Wanda Newman and former husband of Lucinda Coleman. Also survived by Godchild Jeffery Haynes, 7 grandchildren and a host of nieces, nephews and cousins. Relatives and friends of the family; also employees of R.T.A. are invited to attend the Funeral Services on Thursday, April 17, 2008 at 12:00 noon at Louisiana Undertaking Company, 1449 N. Claiborne Ave. Visitation 10:00am. Interment St. Vincent Soniat St. Cemetery. Services Entrusted To Louisiana Undertaking Company, Inc. 1449 N. Claiborne Avenue New Orleans, Louisiana 70116 Information: (504) 945 - 2145 Jeffery K. Jenkins / Renard A. Boissiere Fatima B. Conner Directors Times Picayune 04/16/2008. **************************************** 000140 Campbell - On Thursday, April 10th, 2008, Robert Wayne Campbell who is survived by his wife of 48 years, Sue Anna Ouzts Campbell, a loving husband, father, grandfather, deacon, gideon, eagle scout, hunter, Korean veteran, and Air Force Staff Sargeant, finally lost a long and hard battle with cancer at The Butterfly Wing inpatient hospice unit. Mr. Campbell retired as District Sales Manager for Kraft General Foods in New Orleans after 32 years of service. He was survived by three daughters: Stacey and husband Jay Trujillo of Riverside, California; Kelley Campbell and partner Lisa Deragon of New Orleans; and Courtney Campbell of Baton Rouge. He is survived by four grandchildren: Alyssa, Jake and Sierra Trujillo of Riverside, California and Lawson Green of Baton Rouge. Survivors also include two sisters: Phyllis and husband, Mike Lee of Central and Dorothy Fox of Denham Springs. Mr. Campbell was preceded in death by his parents, William Frank and Loretta Campbell of Baton Rouge. Services will be held on Tuesday, April 15, 2008 at Zoar Baptist Church, 11848 Hooper Rd., Baton Rouge, La. 70818. Rev. David Miller, officiating. Viewing at 9:00am with the service at 11:00am. Burial immediately following in the Zoar Cemetery. Members of Mr. Campbell's Sunday school class at Zoar Baptist Church will be pallbearers while Matthew and Henry Ouzts will serve as honorary pallbearers. Special thanks to the aids, nurses and manager of Med 4 wing at OLOL Hospital for the care and extra attention to both Robert and Sue during this period. We will be forever grateful for your support and professionalism. Times Picayune 04/13/2008 **************************************** 000141 Canatella - Samuel Anthony Canatella, Sr. passed away peacefully on Wednesday, April 9, 2008 at the age of 70. Beloved husband of Barbara LeBlanc Canatella for 48 years. Loving father of Samuel Canatella Jr. (Beverly); Elizabeth Nuccio (Steve); and Ann Agrillo (Michael). Devoted grandfather of Steven and Caitlin Canatella; Nicholas, Alicia and Stefanie Nuccio and Christopher Agrillo. Also survived by his sister Marie Blood and brother Joseph Canatella. He was preceded in death by his parents Brizle Canatella and Catherine Gilardi Canatella; brothers John Canatella and Brizle (Kenny) Canatella Jr. and his sister Vicki Duffy. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Funeral Mass at Our Lady of the Lake Roman Catholic Church, 312 Lafitte Street, Mandeville, LA 70448 on Tuesday, April 15, 2008 at 11:30 a.m. Visitation will begin at 10:00 a.m. at church. Interment will be in Lake Lawn Park Mausoleum in New Orleans. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Our Lady of the Lake Roman Catholic Church for Troop 611 Eagle Scout Projects. Lake Lawn Metairie Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. To view and sign the Family Guest Book, go to www.lakelawnmetairie.com. Times Picayune 04/13/2008 **************************************** 000142 Cannon - Martin Robert Cannon, a Fork Lift Operator for Moroni Processing Plant in Utah, 'Entered into Eternal Rest' on Friday, April 11, 2008 in Mt. Pleasant, Utah. He was 39 years old. Son of Robert Harten and the late Gayle M. Cannon. Stepson of Thomas Singleton, Sr. Devoted and loving companion of Angela Golden of Mt. Pleasant, Utah. Father of Jasmine Boujol, Ann Marie and Thomas Edward Cannon. Brother of Chrishon D. and Joshua P. Cannon, Barbara Singleton, Louise Cornwall, Sandy Anderson and the late Thomas Singleton, Jr. Nephew of Thelma G. Blunt, Kathy Cooper, Georgianna James and Joseph D. Cannon. Great - nephew of Hosea and Charles Cannon. Also survived by a host of nieces, nephews, cousins other relatives and friends. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the Funersl Services on Monday, April 21, 2008 at 11:00 a.m. at Estelle J. Wilson Funeral, Inc., 2715 Danneel Street. Rev. Charles Cannon, officiating. Visitation from 10:00 a.m. until 11:00 a.m. Interment: St. Mary's Cemetery. Professional Services Entrusted To Estelle J. Wilson Funeral Home, Inc. 2715 Danneel Street, New Orleans, LA. Betty P. Wilson - Dejoie (Funeral Dir. & Mgr) Information: 895 - 4903 Please sign online Register Book at www.estellejwilsonfuneralhome.com Times Picayune 04/20/2008. **************************************** 000143 Cannon - Morris Cannon, Sr. on Sunday, April 20, 2008. Beloved husband of Trina Gaines Cannon by 2nd marriage and the late Aldine Cannon by 1st marriage. Father of Morris (Charlene) Cannon II, Shelita C. (Rev. David) Hoey, Sharon Cannon and the late Morris Cannon, Jr. Son of the lae Noah and Roberta N. Cannon. Brother of Clifford Cannon of Carson, CA, Peggy Whiteing of Los Angeles, CA, Reatha McGee, the late Rosemary Holmes, Wilfred and Noah Cannon, Jr. Also survived by 5 grandchildren, a host of nieces, nephews, sisters - and brothers - in - law, other relatives and friends. Relatives and friends of the family; also pastors, officers and members of Calvary Tabernacle CME Church and all neighboring churches: employees of U.S. Postal Service (La. Ave. Branch); and members of Original Illinois Club are invited to attend Funeral Services on Saturday, April 26, 2008 at 10:00 a.m. at Calvary Tabernacle CME Church, 3629 Dryades St., New Orleans, LA. Rev. Duane Hill, Pastor, Rev. David Hoey, officiating. Vistation will begin at 8:00 a.m. Interment in St. Vincent DePaul Cemetery, New Orleans, LA. Professional services entrusted to MURRAY HENDERSON FUNERAL HOME 1209 Teche Street, Algiers, LA. Times Picayune 04/25/2008. **************************************** 000144 Cantelli - Sidney Gerard Cantelli, Sr. lost his brave battle with cancer on Monday, March 31, 2008. Born in New Orleans on January 5, 1942 to the late Adele Puschmann Cantelli and Seymour S. Cantelli, Sidney was a resident of Kenner for many years and resided in Slidell at the time of his death. Before retiring in 2000, he owned and operated Cantelli Electric Service, Inc. and was a member of IBEW Local 130. Mr. Cantelli leaves behind his beloved wife of 17 years, Eudith Troy Baird, his sister, Joy Ann Cantelli Thater, three children; Sidney G. Cantelli, Jr., wife Charmaine, Christopher T. Cantelli, and Tammy Cantelli Blocker, husband Christopher; and two stepchildren; Troy A. Baird and James D. Baird, Jr., wife Jan. He was the grandfather of Sidney G. Cantelli, III, Sheldon G. Cantelli, Nicholas R. Cantelli, Mason A. Blocker, Whitney E. Blocker, and James D. Baird, III and the late Beaux C. Blocker, as well as long - time friend, June R. Enmon. Funeral Services will be held at Schoen Funeral Home, 3827 Canal St., New Orleans, LA. Visitation will be held on Thursday, April 3, 2008 from 6:00 PM until 9:00 PM and again on Friday, April 4, 2008 from 9:00 AM until 10:45 AM when a Funeral Mass will be held in the Chapel. Interment will be held at Greenwood Cemetery. Family and friends are invited to view and sign an online guestbook at www.legacy.com. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to The American Cancer Society, 2605 River Road, New Orleans, LA 70121 or www.cancer.org. Times Picayune 04/3/2008. **************************************** 000145 Cargo - Henry Ray "Pokey" Cargo entered eternal rest April 8, 2008. Age 28. Beloved son of Henry and Evelyn Clark. Father of Kerry M. and Ray'Ana Cargo. Brother of Rodney and Eric Cargo and LaCandra Grimes. Devoted companion of Retieka Holland. Brother - in - law of Marquez Holland. Also survived by a host of other relatives and friends. Relatives and friends of the family, also employees of Salvation Army Center of Hope are invited to attend a Funeral Service on Saturday, April 19, 2008 at Majestic Mortuary, 1833 Oretha C. Haley Blvd., at 9:00 a.m., Rev. Jessie Mullens Officiating. Visitation at 8:00 a.m. Interment: Carrollton Cemetery. Funeral arrangements entrusted to Majestic Mortuary (504) 523 - 5872. Times Picayune 04/18/2008. **************************************** 000146 Carlos - Georgia Bell Garrison Carlos, age 76, passed away on Wednesday, April 16, 2008. A native of New Orleans and resident of Houma, and resided in Pensacola, FL for the past five years. Survived by her husband of 53 years, Dr. Don Felipe Carlos; 6 children: Ketha C. Smallpage of New Orleans, LA; Don Felipe Carlos, Jr. of Pensacola, FL; Mary Katherine Crawford of Pensacola, FL; John Manya Carlos of Tampa, FL; Paula C. Luneau of Paris, France and Edward Garrison Carlos, MD of Mobile, AL also survived by 15 grandchildren, one sister; Elizabeth G. Kimbrell and one brother; Harvey Miles Garrison . Mrs. Carlos is the daughter of the late Harvey Miles and Elizabeth Washington Garrison. . Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Funeral Mass at 11:00am Tuesday, April 22, 2008 at Chauvin's Funeral Home, 5899 Hwy 311, Houma, Louisiana. Visitation and rosary will be held at 7:00pm on Monday, April 21, 2008. Visitation on Tuesday from 9:00am till funeral mass at Chauvin Funeral Home, with burial at St. Francis de Sales no. 2 Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Georgia Carlos Memorial Fund at Brothers of Saint Francis of Assisi, P.O. Box 5103, Lafayette, LA, 70502. Chauvin Funeral Home, Inc in charge of arrangements, (985) 868 - 2536 www.chauvinfuneralhome.com Times Picayune 04/20/2008. **************************************** 000147 Carlton - John Linton Carlton born June 19, 1949. Died March 27, 2008. He is survived by his beloved sons, Matthew and Luke, and by his faithful black Labrador, Mr. Jackson. A private funeral was held for immediate family. All memorials can be made directly to Canine Companions for Independence. Times Picayune 04/27/2008. **************************************** 000148 Carpenter - Alexander "A.J." Joseph Carpenter, Jr. passed away on Monday, April 14, 2008. Beloved husband of Helen Rodriguez Carpenter. Father of Jan C. Mitchell, Scott Carpenter, Terri Giraud, Alex Carpenter III, and Matt Carpenter. Son of the late Hilda Kass Carpenter and Alexander Joseph Carpenter, Sr. Brother of Marion Landry, Althea Gernard, Hilda Rau, and the late Vee Coppejans. Also survived by 11 grandchildren and 1 great - grandchild. A.J. was a proud World War II Veteran in the United States Navy. Age 82 years and a lifelong resident of Gretna, LA. Relatives and friends of the family, also members of the Red Horn Deer Hunting Club are invited to attend a Mass of Christian Burial at St. Anthony Church, 924 Monroe St., Gretna, LA on Thursday, April 17, 2008 at 12:00 noon. Interment in McDonogh Cemetery, Gretna, LA. Visitation will be at Church from 10:00 AM until Mass time. In lieu of flowers, masses are preferred. For funeral information, please call 366 - 4343. Times Picayune 04/16/2008 **************************************** 000149 Carter - Candy Lynn Carter died at her residence in Covington, La. on Tuesday, March 30, 2008 at 9:50 PM. Beloved mother of Kayla Ragan. Daughter of Darlene Coleman Domingo and David Carter, Sr. Step - daughter of Jody Domingo and Becky Carter. Sister of Lillian Domingo, Laura Domingo, Jody Domingo, Jr. and the late David C. Carter, Jr. Granddaughter of Burtis Carter, Dorothy Coleman and the late Margaret Carter and Ray Coleman. Also survived by a host of nieces and nephews and other relatives. Age 26. A native of New Orleans, La. and resident of Covington, La. for the past 3 years. Relatives and friends, also Employees of David Carter's Plumbing Drain King, Inc. and Forest Manor Nursing Home are invited to attend the Funeral Service from the Metairie Home of LAMANA - PANNO - FALLO, 1717 VETERANS MEMORIAL BLVD., AT BONNABEL BLVD., on Friday, April 4, 2008 at 11:00 AM. Followed by interment in Hope Mausoleum. Visitation on Thursday, April 3, 2008 from 6:00 PM until 9:00 PM. and on Friday, April 4, 2008 from 9:00 AM until funeral time. In lieu of flowers, Memorial Contributions to Kayla Ragan Benefit Account at any Whitney Bank Branch. Please sign On - Line Guest Book at www.MEM.com. Funeral information 831 - 9901. Times Picayune 04/3/2008. **************************************** 000150 Carter - May 13, 1949 - April 19, 2008 Hayward Clifton Carter, Son of Clyde Carter and Eva Carter. Survived by brother, David Carter, son, Shaun Castanedo and grandchildren, nieces, and nephews. He was preceded in death by his son Marc Carter, his nephew Ryan Brader, and his sister, Carol Brader. A Prayer Service Bridgedale Baptist Church, 313 Kent Ave., Metairie, LA on Tuesday, April 22, 2008 at 6:30 pm. Times Picayune 04/22/2008. **************************************** 000151 Carter - Wilhelmina L. (Mena) Carter on Saturday, April 26, 2008 at her residence in Destrehan, LA. Daughter of the late John Stephens and Claudine P. Sheperd. Beloved wife of the late William A. Carter. Mother of Florence Hamm, Chrystal Carter - Allen and the late William M. (Billy) Carter. Sister of Katherine Thompson, the late John Stevenson and Joseph Sheperd. Grandmother of Troy and Stephen Hamm, Chantel Banks, Wendy Smith, Ivy, Lindsay and Marcus Carter and Billi Allen. Mother - in - law of Bridget Carter and Mallory Allen. Also survived by 9 great - grandchildren, one great - great grandchild, and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Age 90 years. A native of Mobile, Alabama, resident of Norco, LA and most recently a resident of Destrehan, LA. Relatives and friends of the family, also priest and parishioners of Sacred Heart of Jesus Catholic Church and all neighboring churches and employees of Motiva Enterprises, Federal Grain Inspection Service, 4M Construction and Troy Hamm Real Estate are invited to attend the Mass of Christian Burial at Sacred Heart of Jesus Catholic Church, 401 Spruce Street, Norco, LA on Thursday, May 1, 2008 at 11:00 AM. Father Terry Hayden, Celebrant. Interment St. Peter Cemetery, Reserve, LA. Visitation at the above named church from 10:00 AM until Mass time. SERVICED BY ROBOTTOM Times Picayune 04/30/2008. **************************************** 000152 Caserta - Roslyn Ann Caserta, on Tuesday, April 1, 2008, at 5:10 pm. Daughter of the late Alice Mae Desmore Caserta and Salvatore Caserta. Sister of Guy, Peter, Marie, Salvatore, Felix, and John Caserta, and the late Alice Mae, and Patrinia Joy Caserta. Age 58 years. A native of New Orleans and a resident of Chalmette. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the Funeral. A Catholic Funeral service will be in the Chapel of SCHOEN FUNERAL HOME, 3827 CANAL ST., New Orleans at 1:00 pm, on Tuesday, April 8, 2008. Friends may visit after 10 am. Interment in Lake Lawn Mausoleum. Guestbook may be signed online at www.legacy.com Times Picayune 04/6/2008. **************************************** 000153 Cassreino - Eris Livermore Cassreino, a retired Customer Service Representative for Sears Department Store, died on Tuesday, April 22, 2008. Age 95 years. Beloved wife of the late Milton Harold Cassreino Sr. Mother of Eris Cassreino (son - in - law, Alphonse Marse) and the late Milton Harold Cassreino Jr. Daughter of the late Julia Carey Livermore Wilde and Henry Livermore. Survived by grandchildren, Carey Cassreino Yelverton, Milton Harold Cassreino III, Rene' Elizabeth Marse and Dr. Andre A. Marse and great - grandchildren, Sarah Lawson Yelverton, Caroline Bingham Yelverton, Caitlyn Elaine Cassreino and Lila Adele Cassreino. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Funeral Service at LAKE LAWN METAIRIE FUNERAL HOME, 5100 Pontchar - train Blvd. on Saturday, April 26, 2008 at 12:00 noon. Visitation to start at 10:00 AM. The Burial Service will be at Lake Lawn Park. In lieu of flowers, donations to Jackson Avenue Evangelical Congregation Building Fund, 2221 Chippewa St., New Orleans, LA. 70130, would be appreciated. To view and sign family guestbook, visit www.lakelawnmetairie.com. Times Picayune 04/25/2008 **************************************** 000154 Castaneda - Miguel Angel Castaneda, 43, of Overland Park, KS, passed away on April 5, 2008. Private Family Services. Miguel is survived by his longtime girlfriend, Wendy Shaull, and beloved dogs, Lacy and Polly. He will be dearly missed. Arrangements by Kansas City Funeral Directors. Times Picayune 04/9/2008. **************************************** 000155 Castillon - Olivia Mary Marks Castillon, 91 years old of Carriere, MS, died Saturday, April 26, 2008 at the home of her beloved daughter and son-in-law, Debbie and Louis Galiano. She was born February 26, 1917 in New Orleans, LA, daughter of the late George Marks and the late Louise Cobb. She was a Homemaker and of the Catholic faith. She is survived by her daughter and son-in-law, Deborah and Louis Galiano of Carriere, MS, Diane and T.K. Thompson, daughter, Leola Munn, eleven grandchildren, 22 great-grandchildren, four great-great grandchildren, many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband, Leon Simon Castillon, Sr., three sons, Leon Simon Castillon, Jr., George J. Castillon, and Arthur E. Castillon. Friends will be received 10:00AM-1:00PM, Wednesday, April 30 at the McDonald Funeral Home, Picayune, Mississippi. Services will be held at McDonald Funeral Home Chapel, Wednesday, April 30, 2008 at 1:00PM with Fr. John Noone officiating. Interment will follow in the St. Bernard Memorial Gardens, Chalmette, LA. Times Picayune 04/29/2008. **************************************** 000156 Caston - Virgie Lee Magee Caston, in the early hours on the morning of March 27, 2008 at 1:15 am her Heavenly Father called her home to be with him. Virgie was born on February 4, 1936 and was the daughter of the late Mr. John Wayne Magee, Sr. and Eva Lee Magee. She was the sister of the late Jerlene Magee Bridges, Eva Magee and Bent Magee. She was the wife of the late Eddie L. Caston and the mother of John Wayne Magee and the late Rev. Anthony Keith Caston. She leaves behind seven grandchildren and two great grandchildren. She leaves behind two daughters-in-law, Mrs. Lizzie Mae Magee and Mrs. Sheron Pinckney Caston; sisters- in-law and brothers-in-law Lennie and Crawford Caston, Eloise and the late Robert Caston and the late York Alonzo Bridges and one godchild, Wesley Ann Johnson. She leaves behind an aunt, host of cousins, nieces, nephews, church family in Houston, Texas and New Orleans, La. and life long friends. Services will be on Saturday, April 5, 2008 starting at 10:00 am at Pleasant Valley MBC, 5919 Morrison Road, New Orleans, La. 70126. The officiating Pastor Pete Vanodro of Pleasant Valley MBC. She will be laid to rest at Knoxo COGIC Cemetery in Knoxo, Ms. at 2:00 pm. Times Picayune 04/5/2008. **************************************** 000157 Catalanotto - Rosalie C. Catalanotto passed away on Sunday, April 06, 2008 at the age of 85. Belove wife of Louis J. Catalanotto. Devoted mother of Louis A. Catalanotto, Chris M. Catalanotto and Maria C. Cieutat. Grandmother of Chris and Aimee Catalanotto, Matthew Young, John and Cody Cieutat and Kristi Henderson. Great- grandmother of Brianna Young, Helena and Gavin Cieutat. She was a native of New Orleans and a resident of Ponchatoula for the past eleven years. 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, April 9, 2008 at 1:00 PM with visitation beginning at 11:00 AM. Interment will follow in Greenwood Cemetery. To sign and view the Family Guestbook, please visit www.lakelawnmetairie.com. Times Picayune 04/7/2008 **************************************** 000158 Causey - Lashawn Causey, age 23, passed away on Monday, April 7, 2008. She leaves to mourn her parents: Lillie Causey and Shawn; three children: Barry, Kenshawn and Milka Causey; two sisters: Donetta and Carlene; two brothers: Keena and Ernest Causey; grandmother, Florence Causey and the late Brenda Ardrey; loving friend, Kenya Arnald; and a host of relatives and friends. Funeral Services on Saturday, April 12, 2008 at 10:00 a.m. at St. James Methodist Church, 1925 ursuline Ave., New Orleans, LA 70116. Visitation 9:00 a.m. Interment to be announced. Services entrusted to Dennis Mortuary, 1812 Louisiana Ave., (504) 899-8252. Times Picayune 04/11/2008 **************************************** 000159 Cazalot - Eugenie F. Cazalot passed away on Wednesday, April 2, 2008 at the age of 81. Daughter of the late Katie Amodei Cazalot and Brice Paul Cazalot. Beloved sister of Rosemary C. Mura, Betty C. Delord and the late Clare Cazalot. Aunt of Connie M. Buquoi, John P. Delord, Jr., Jean D. Ziegler and Stephen R. Mura. Also survived by numerous great-nieces and great-nephews. She was a native and lifelong resident 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 Tuesday, April 8, 2008 at 11:00 AM with visitation beginning at 9:30 AM. Interment will follow in Lake Lawn Park Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, Masses are preferred. To sign and view the Family Guestbook, please visit www.lakelawnmetairie.com. Times Picayune 04/6/2008. **************************************** 000160 Centanni - Lebo Centanni, Sr. passed away at Ochsner Foundation Hospital on Friday, April 11, 2008. He was 88. Mr. Centanni was born and reared in Kenner and resided in Destrehan for the past 10 years. Beloved husband of the late Marjorie Garrison Centanni. Father of Leb. Centanni, Jr. and Gary Centanni (and his wife Leslie). Son of the late Cecelia Cuccia and Salvadore Centanni. Brother of Michel 'Ike' Centanni and the late Joseph Centanni. 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 Monday, April 14, 2008 at 11:00 a.m. Interment in Garden of Memories. Friends may after 9:00 a.m. on Monday. Times Picayune 04/13/2008. **************************************** 000161 Chablee - Eunice E. (Ennis) Chamblee - born April 6, 1910 in Brilliant, AL, passed away Sunday, April 13, 2008 in a health care center in Mobile, AL. Mrs. Chamblee moved from Alabama to New Orleans in 1939 relocated to Mobile, AL after Hurricane Katrina in 2005. She was preceded in death by her husband, Lawrence Chamblee; parents, Dempsey Ennis and Martha Alice Hamner Ennis; three brothers, Melvin, Howard and Milton Ennis; four sisters, Lera Ennis, Alma McGowen, Ida Freeman and Bess Culverhouse. She is survived by her sons and daughter-in-law, Robert L. and Mary A. Chamblee; one grandson, Christopher R. Chamblee; nieces, nephews and other relatives. Graveside services and interment will be Wednesday, April 16, 2008 at 2:00 p.m. in Elmwood Cemetery, Birmingham, AL. The family will receive friends at Elmwood Funeral Home beginning at 12:00 p.m. prior to services. Arrangements are by Radney Funeral Home, 3155 Dauphin Street Ext., Mobile, AL 36606 Times Picayune 04/15/2008. **************************************** 000162 Champagne - Gloria Zanca Champagne, a homemaker, went to her eternal rest with Jesus on Thursday, April 24, 2008. Gloria was born in New Orleans, LA. She lived in Metairie, LA with her God-sent and beloved husband Louis Champagne. Mrs. Champagne leaves to cherish her memories her sons: Nickie Zanca, George Zanca and John LaRoux; her daughters: Sandra Benoit and Corane McCraney; her grandchildren: Aimee Aitken, Stephanie Murray, Tina Zanca, Larry Benoit, Nicole Lizarraga, Chad McCraney, Dominic Zanca, George Zanca, Jr., Danielle Ricks, Amber McCraney, Nicholas Zanca and Victoria Zanca; her sister, Betty Forest; her daughters-in-law: Jody Zanca and Patricia Zanca; her sons-in-law; Larry Benoit and Johnny McCraney; her stepsons: Niles Champagne and Todd Champagne; and her stepdaughters: Sheila Trauth and Jessie Fahrig. Gloria is also survived by 15 great-grandchildren, 2 great-great-grandchildren, 13 step-grandchildren and 9 step- great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her late husband, Dominic Zanca; mother, Corinne Cyrus; father, George Cyrus, Jr.; daughter, Ski Regina Morales; grandson, Bill Wilson Morales, Jr.; and granddaughter, Tanya Zanca. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend her Funeral Service at 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday, April 29, 2008 at Leitz-Eagan Funeral Home, 4747 Veterans Blvd. near Clearview Pkwy, Metairie, LA. Visitation will be on Monday, April 28, 2008 from 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. and Tuesday, April 29, 2008 from 9:00 to 11:00 a.m. Interment will be in Lake Lawn Park Mausoleum. Please sign the online guestbook at www.legacy.com For information please call (504) 888- 8440. Times Picayune 04/27/2008. **************************************** 000163 Champagne - Harry Joseph Champagne, a resident of Baton Rouge and a native or Mt. Airy, died at age 99, on April 4, 2008. Visiting will be at Resthaven Funeral Home, 11817 Jefferson Highway, on Sunday, April 6, from 3 p.m. - 6 p.m. Religious Services will be held at St Patricks Catholic Church on Brogdon Lane in Baton Rouge on Monday, April 7 at 10 a.m. Burial to follow at Resthaven Gardens of Memory. Survived by one son, Ronald Anthony Champagne of Paulina; two daughters, Sandra Owens and husband Arthur of The Villages Florida and Brenda Harris and husband Charles of Baton Rouge; 12 Grandchildren, Kenneth Champagne, Cathy Cutrer, Jackie Champagne, Diana Lynn Osborne, Raymond John Champagne, Jennifer Champagne, Mark Champagne, Elizabeth Champagne, Kevin Owens, Darren Owens, Darlene Harris, Julie Dicapo and husband Dennis Dicapo and 15 great-grandchildren. Preceded in death by his wife Louise Hymel Champagne, parents Andre and Irene Millet Champagne and a son Harry Champagne, Jr. Three sisters and four brothers. He was a wonderful person who was loved by all who knew him. He will be greatly missed. Please sign the online guestbook at www.resthavenbatonrouge.com. Times Picayune 04/5/2008. **************************************** 000164 Champagne - Robert J. Champagne, Sr., 88, a native of Lockport, LA and a resident of Houma, LA, died at 8:00 PM on Wednesday, April 2, 2008. He is survived by his wife of 66 years, Emma Jeanne Guidry Champagne and two sons, Robert J. Champagne, Jr. and wife Charlet of Sunset, LA and Thomas P. Champagne and wife Deborah of Houma, LA. He is also survived by five grandchildren, Angelica C. Masden and husband Kevin, Robert Scott Champagne and wife Kathy, Alethia C. Moore, Monique Champagne and Sarah Champagne; five great grandchildren, Emilienne Masden, Lindsey and Hunter Champagne and Brandon and Megan Moore and three step- grandsons, Justin, Jordan and Janson Bourque; five brothers, Hubert, Rev. Rene Champagne C.P., John, Patrick and Richard Champagne; four sisters, Vivian C. Dolan, Marie C. Bergeron, Sister Marguerite Champagne and Helen C. Gautreaux. He was preceded in death by his parents, Paul and Emilienne Richard Champagne and two sisters, Lucille C. LeBlanc and Rita C. Creswell. He was a longtime parishioner of Holy Savior Catholic Church and Maria Immacolata Catholic Church. He was a veteran of the U.S. Air Force, World War II, and a member of the VFW Post 3665 and the American Legion of Lockport, LA. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the funeral. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at Holy Savior Catholic Church, Lockport, LA on Saturday, April 5, 2008 at 2:00 P.M. Interment Holy Savior Cemetery. Visitation from 10:00 AM until funeral time Saturday at Falgout Funeral Homes, 600 Church St., Lockport, LA. Falgout Funeral Homes in charge of arrangements. Times Picayune 04/4/2008. **************************************** 000165 Champion - Bob F. Champion passed away on April 1, 2008. He was 74 years of age and a resident of Harvey, LA. Beloved husband of the late Sandra Guerin Champion. Father of Sharon Zilucca, Cindy C. Cheffer, Steve B. Champion and the late Cheryl M. Champion. Son of the late Annie Bell Davis Champion and Barry F. Champion. Brother of John H. Champion. Grandfather of Angel and Alexie Zilucca, Tyler and Hailey Champion and Savannah Cheffer. He is a U.S. Army veteran and served his country during the Korean War. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the visitation at Mothe Funeral Home, 2100 Westbank Expy., Harvey, LA, on Friday, April 4, 2008 from 9 AM to 1 PM. Funeral Services will follow. Interment Westlawn Memorial Park. For further information, call 504.366.4343. Times Picayune 04/3/2008. **************************************** 000166 Chapman - Helen Kamm Chapman, age 86 years, died at Canon Hospice on Monday, April 21, 2008 at 8:30 AM. Wife of the late Henry Warren Chapman. Mother of Bruce and Kent Chapman, both of Metairie, LA. Sister of the late Inez K. Rabe. Daughter of the late Helen Schmidt and William K. Kamm. Also survived by a granddaughter, Amanda E. Chapman. Family Graveside Services were held at Hope Mausoleum on Saturday, April 26, 2008 at 11:00 AM with Pastor Malcolm Richard officiating. In lieu of flowers, Masses are preferred. THARP-SONTHEIMER-THARP of Metairie in charge of arrangements. Please view notice online at www.legacy.com. Times Picayune 04/27/2008. **************************************** 000167 Chapman - Herbert "Herb" James Chapman, Jr., an employee for Tyson Food Service, entered into eternal rest on Sunday, April 6, 2008 in Moline, IL. at the age of 35. He was a graduate of John F. Kennedy Senior High School class of "90". Son of Herbert J. Chapman, Sr. and the late Mary Delay Chapman. Loving and devoted father of Herbert J. Chapman III. Stepfather of Nylah Berner. Brother of Trisha and Tracy Chapman, Terry Chapman Randall and Daniel Ledet. Stepbrother of Sharrel Taylor. Loving uncle of Jazmin, Robert III, Anthony Jr., Charles, Ashley, Antoine and the late Akeem. Brother-in-law of Robert Randall, Jr. and Wayne Eddington. He is survived by 7 aunts, 3 uncles, devoted cousins: Leslie and Sean, and a host of other cousins, relatives and good friends. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend a Mass of Christian Burial on Friday, April 18, 2008 at 11:00pm at St. Leo The Great Catholic Church, 2916 Paris Ave. Visitation will begin at 9:00am. Rosary will be said at 10:00am followed by the obituary reading. Interment in Resthaven Memorial Park. Arrangements entrusted to MAJESTIC MORTUARY 504-523-5872 Times Picayune 04/17/2008. **************************************** 000168 Chappetta - Dolores Landry Chappetta passed away on Friday, April 11, 2008. Beloved wife of the late Frank L. Chappetta, Sr. Mother of Kathleen Chappetta Spiess, Karen Chappetta Wildenfels and husband Don Wildenfels, Frank L. Chappetta, Jr.. M.D. and wife Lauri Kovan Chappetta, June Chappetta Palozzola and husband David Palozzola, Judy Chappetta, and Antoinette Chappetta Herman and husband Gary Herman. Sister of Inez Landry Candebat and husband Mike Candebat of Memphis, TN, Jerry Landry, and the late Roland Landry. She is also survived by 11 grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews, and great nieces and nephews. Aged 75 years and a native of New Orleans, LA and former resident of Metairie, LA. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the Funeral Mass at St. Mary Magdalen Church on West Metairie Ave. at Airline Park Blvd. at 12:00 noon on Friday, April 18, 2008. Relatives and friends may visit from 10:30 until time of the service at the church. Interment in Greenwood Cemetery. Leitz Eagan Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. Times Picayune 04/16/2008 **************************************** 000169 Charles - Claire O'Donnell Charles passed away on Monday, April 14, 2008. Age 69, a native of New Orleans and a resident of Kenner, LA for the past 31 years. Beloved wife of the late Murville "Brother" Charles. Daughter of the late John O'Donnell and Ethel Pitcher O'Donnell. Beloved niece of Nolan and Charles Pitcher, Annette Devlin, Ann Caluda, Frank O'Donnell and the late Claire Kennedy, Estelle Guy, Floyd Pitcher, Ethel Lyons and George O'Donnell. Beloved aunt of Janet Naquin. Dearly loved by nieces, nephews and cousins. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend a Funeral Mass at the Kenner Funeral Home of L.A. Muhleisen and Son, 2607 Williams Blvd., on Friday, April 18, 2008 at 1:00 p.m. Friends may visit from 11:00 a.m. until time of service. Interment in St. Louis Cemetery No. 3. Times Picayune 04/16/2008. **************************************** 000170 Charles - Moses J. Charles departed this life on Monday March 31, 2008. Companion of Arnetta Davis for many years. Father of Moria Harris, Moses J. Charles, Jr. and an unborn. Son of the late Leo Washington and Sonja Charles. Grandson of the late Lillian Charles and Ella Washington. Brother of Amanda Charles, Sonij and Darrilyn Johnson, Sarena Williams, and Leo Mitchell, also survived by a host of aunts, uncles, cousins, other relatives and devoted friends. Age 31 years, a native of New Orleans, La. and a resident of Harvey, La. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the funeral service at Davis Mortuary Service 230 Monroe St. Gretna, La. on Wednesday April 9, 2008 at 10:00a.m. Interment: McDonogh Cemetery-Gretna, La. Arrangements by Davis Mortuary Service 230 Monroe St. Gretna, La. Times Picayune 04/8/2008. **************************************** 000171 Chaussier - Arthur M. Chaussier, Jr. on Thursday, April 3, 2008. Son of the late Isabel Truxillo Chaussier and Arthur M. Chaussier, Sr. Brother of the late Joyce Chaussier Borrello. Uncle of Sharon Borrello Lafrance, and Gerald and Vincent Borrello. Age 81 years. A native of New Orleans. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the funeral from SCHOEN FUNERAL HOME, 3827 CANAL ST., New Orleans, at 1:15 pm, on Monday, April 7, 2008. Friends may visit after 10 am. Interment in St. Vincent de Paul Cemetery No. 3. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to St. Joseph Hospice, 19405 Helenberg Rd., Suite 206, Covington, LA 70433. Guestbook may be signed online at www.legacy.com. Times Picayune 04/6/2008. **************************************** 000172 Cheramie - Wayne A. Cheramie, Sr., age 67 years and a resident of Lafitte, LA, passed away on Monday, April 21, 2008. Beloved husband of the late Patsy Cheramie. Father of Wayne Cheramie, Jr. and Robert Cheramie, Sr. Father in law of Nettie and Gail. Grandfather of Lindsey, Megan and Robert Jr. Son of the late Lawrence Cheramie, Sr. and son of Elvera A. Cheramie. Brother of Alan and Lawrence (L.C.) Jr. Brother in law of Elaine, Nite, Kim, David, Ruphus and the late Betty. Son in law of the late Anasthia (Tudy) and Herbert Knupple. Wayne was a retired commercial fisherman and a J.P.P.S. Employee. 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 Thursday, April 24, 2008 at 10:00AM. Interment to follow services in St. Pius X Cemetery in Crown Point, LA. Visitation will be held on Wednesday from 6:00PM until 10:00PM and on Thursday from 8:00AM until funeral time. The family would like to give special thanks to the River Region Hospice. Please visit the online guestbook and obituary at www.mem.com. For information, call 341-9421. Times Picayune 04/23/2008. **************************************** 000173 Childs - An angel was sent from heaven and our heavenly Father called her home, Shonte' Dajia Childs departed this life on Thursday, April 10, 2008 at Tulane University Hospital. She is survived by her parents: Nakisha Nicole Baptiste Childs and David Shepherd, Jr.; grandparents: Gloria Baptiste, Duke Hampton, David Shepherd, Sr. and Mary Shepherd; siblings: Bryan and Ryan McMillian, Elijah and Sereniti Childs, David and Domique Shepherd; along with a host of aunts, uncles, cousins, other relatives and friends. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend Funeral Services at Jesus Christ Apostolic Lighthouse, 505 Kepler Street, Gretna, LA on Friday, April 18, 2008 at 11:00 a.m. Apostle Ronnie R. Stewart, Sr. and Pastor Joyce B. Stewart will bring the heavenly words of comfort. Visitation on Friday from 10:00 a.m. until funeral service begins. Interment: Hope Cemetery, New Orleans, LA. Times Picayune 04/17/2008. **************************************** 000174 Christian - Beverly Grace Dragna Christian passed away on Sunday, April 20, 2008. Beloved wife of Frank E. Christian, Jr. Daughter of the late Lawrence and Mercedes Dragna. Mother of Darrell D. Christian and his wife Kimberly. Grandmother of Edward Alexander Christian. Sister of Nona Dragna Johnson and the late Douglas D. Dragna. Sister-in-law of Janice and Walter Molina. Aunt to Larry and Trish Dragna, Billy Johnson, Stephanie and Keith Hoover, David and Holly Molina, and Michael Molina. Special Aunt to Jason and Kim Andre and Jordan Andre. Age 66 years, a native of New Orleans, and a resident of Harvey, LA. Also survived by numerous cousins, great nieces, great nephews and other relatives and friends. Relatives and Friends of the Family, Employees of Shell Oil Company, and Members of the Divots Golf and Social Club are invited to attend a Funeral Mass at MOTHE FUNERAL HOME, 7040 Lapalco Blvd., Marrero, LA, on Friday, April 25, 2008 at 1 PM. Interment Garden of Memories Cemetery, Metairie, LA. Visitation will be Friday morning from 9 AM to 1 PM. Information: 366-4343. Donations to local charities encouraged, in lieu of flowers. Times Picayune 04/24/2008. **************************************** 000175 Christina - Mary Grace DeMatteo Christina, born September 5, 1926, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family on Thursday, April 24, 2008 at the age of 81. She is survived by her loving children, Rose Mary Christina and Salvadore Christina (Emma) ; her grandchildren, Murphy S. Christina (Monique) , Salvadore Christina, Jr. (Amy), Mary Grace Christina Blacklidge (John), Angelina M. Christina Corales (Brian) , Carlo D. Christina, Antonio O. Christina and Nezzie Rose Christina; great grandchildren, Renee' Grace Christina, Maia E. Christina, Salvadore "Sam" Christina, III and John J. Blacklidge; and her brother, Carlo DeMatteo and family. She is also survived by numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. She was preceded in death by her loving husband, Murphy Christina, her beloved parents, Salvatore DeMatteo and Frances Carollo De Matteo; her brother Henry DeMatteo and sisters, Rose Janusa, Rosalie Mortillaro, Nita Mortillaro and Bernadine Hennis. Mrs. Christina, with her son and daughter, was owner of S. Christina Seafood located at 527 N. Carrollton Ave. Christina's had operated for three generations at the time of Hurricane Katrina. She will be fondly remembered as a loving wife, mother, grandmother, sister and aunt who treasured her family above all else. She loved to entertain and cook large meals for her family and friends. She learned at a young age to bake Italian cookies and was devoted to baking them for St. Joseph's Altars. She was parishioner of St. Pius X Church prior to Katrina and recently of St. Rita's Church in Harahan. She spent her final weeks receiving great care at River Region Hospice. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Funeral Mass at LAKE LAWN METAIRIE FUNERAL HOME, 5100 Pontchartrain Blvd. (in Metairie Cemetery), on Wednesday, April 30, 2008 at 12:00 noon. Interment will follow in Metairie Cemetery. Visitation will be Tuesday evening from 6:00 until 9:00. To sign and view the Family Guestbook, please visit www.lakelawnmetairie.com. Times Picayune 04/27/2008. **************************************** 000176 Churchill - Rosemary Delores Williams (Mae-Mae) Churchill, a native and resident of New Orleans, LA, died on Thursday, April 17, 2008, age 72 years. She was the daughter of the late Percy, Sr. and Theresa Williams. Mother and Mother-in-law of Wayne and Jessica Churchill of Gonzales, La and Larry and Tina Churchill of New Orleans, LA. Grandmother of Wayne, Lavell, Rashaad, Jazzmin, Jyra, Jacelynn, Jillian, Anthony, Larry, Willamae, Lavell, Jr. and the late Reuben. Sister of Percy Williams, Jr. (Barbara) of Tacoma, Washington, Yvonne Tyler (Warner), Leroy Williams, Ronnie Williams (Dianne), Lawrence Williams (Peggy), RuthAnn Montegut, Michael Williams (Janell), Rosalyn Williams and the late Patricia Williams all of New Orleans, LA., Jackie Mansion, Wendel Williams (Melvina), of Baton Rouge, LA., and Elaine Rhone (Hayward), of Beaumont Texas. Niece of Harold Williams, Sr. and Etta W. Williams. Also survived by a host of nieces and nephews, cousin, and friends. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held Thursday, April 24, 2008 at 12:00 noon at St. James Major Catholic Church, 3736 Gentilly Blvd., New Orleans. Visitation: 10:00 am until service time. Msgr. T. Gaspard Glasgow officiating. Interment Mt. Olivet Cemetery and Mausoleum 4000 Norman Myer. New Orleans. Arrangements entrusted to D.W. Rhodes Funeral Home, 1020 Virgil St., Gretna, LA. Times Picayune 04/23/2008. **************************************** 000177 Ciaccio - Peter Lorenze Ciaccio, Sr. passed away on Monday, April 7, 2008 at the age of 82. He was the loving father of Harold, Vance, Frances, Peter Jr., Gale and Tammy. Son of the late Viola Latapie Ciaccio and Epifanio Ciaccio. Proud grandfather of 9 and great grandfather of 8. He was affectionately known for his good nature & generous heart and will be sadly missed by us all. Relatives and friends are invited to attend a visitation to be held at ST. BERNARD MEMORIAL FUNERAL HOME, 701 W. Virtue St., Chalmette, LA on Monday, April 14th, 2008 from 9:00AM - 12:00 NOON. A funeral service will begin at 12:00 NOON. Burial will follow in Lake Lawn Park Cemetery. To view and sign the Family Guestbook, please visit www.stbernardmemorial.com. Times Picayune 04/13/2008. **************************************** 000178 Clark - Mary Clark passed away on Wednesday, April 23, 2008. Beloved wife of the late Harold R. Clark. Daughter of the late Joseph and Marie Comardo Cusimano. Sister of the late Philip, Victor, and Joseph Cusimano, and sisters Anna Brienckle, Lena Aysien, and Christine (Teeny) Dorsa. Survived by numerous, nieces, nephews, great nieces, great nephews, and godchildren. She retired from Pheobe Hearst Food Service. Age 92 and a native of New Orleans, LA and resident of Metairie, LA for 35 years. The relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the Garden of Memories Funeral Home on Monday, April 28, 2008 at 12:00 Noon. Interment on the Garden of Memories Cemetery. Visitation will begin at 10:00 AM until service time. Relatives and friends who would love to share memories may go to www.legacy.com. Information at (504) 833-3786. Times Picayune 04/27/2008. **************************************** 000179 Clary - David L. Clary, 78, passed away on March 26th in Rogers, Arkansas. He was born in San Francisco, Ca in April 1929 before moving to New Orleans, La to attend Tulane University. He lived and worked in New Orleans for over 20 years primarily in the petroleum transportation industry. He also was very active in the community as PTA officer, high school booster club president, and as a "duke" in the Krewe of Pegasus carnival organization. After the passing of his wife Mary Ruth in 1971, he moved to Greenville, MS where he met and married Sarah. He continued to work in the petroleum transportation industry until his retirement. David was an active participant in community theater in Greenville to include performing the lead role in their production of The Witness for the Prosecution. He was also an avid golfer and played a round with his three sons as part of his 75th birthday celebration. David is survived by his loving wife and partner of 34 years Sarah, his children David (Loy), Maureen (Peter) Joseph and Michael (Mary); Sarah's children Joseph (Cheryl) and Debbie (Kerry) to whom he was a father; 13 grandchildren and 8 great-grandchildren. A graveside service was held in Mobile, Alabama on April 2, 2008. The family wishes donation be made to Circle of Life Hospice, 901 Jones Road, Springdale, AR 72762 in celebration of David's life, in lieu of flowers. Times Picayune 04/8/2008. **************************************** 000180 Clavin - Richard J. Clavin, age 64 died on Sunday April 13, 2008. Beloved husband of Sherrie Barron Clavin. Son of the late Harry Clavin and Adelaide Gleason Clavin. Richard worked at Lockleed Martin for 30 years. A native of New Orleans and a resident of Metairie. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the Memorial Service at Leitz-Eagan Funeral Home, 4747 Veterans Blvd., Metairie on Wednesday April 16, 2008 at 12:00 noon. Visitation from 10:00 AM until 12:00 noon. Times Picayune 04/15/2008. **************************************** 000181 Clement - Joyce Menzio Clement passed away on Saturday, April 5, 2008 at the age of 82. Beloved wife of the late Earl Charles Clement for 51 years. Mother of Gary E. Clement and Barry C. Clement. Mother-in-law of Pamela Matranga Clement. Grandmother of Melanie Aimee, Ashley Leigh, Matthew Gary and Brandy Nicole Clement. Daughter of the late Caesar P. Menzio and Henrietta Carey Menzio. Mrs. Clement was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Metairie, LA. She graduated from Sophie B. Wright High School and was an employee of Dorignac's Food Center for over 30 years. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the Funeral Service on Wednesday, April 9, 2008 at 1:00 p.m. at Leitz-Eagan Funeral Home, 4747 Veterans Blvd., near Clearview Pkwy. Visitation will begin at 10:00 a.m. Interment will be in Greenwood Cemetery. Contributions may be made to the American Lung Association, 2325 Severn Avenue, Suite 8, Metairie, LA 70001-6918. Please feel free to write a tribute or sign the online guestbook at www.legacy.com. Times Picayune 04/8/2008. **************************************** 000182 Clouatre - Elton J. 'Rambo' Clouatre, Jr., on Tuesday, April 1, 2008 at 7:05p.m. at his residence in Reserve, LA. A native of New Orleans and resident of Reserve, LA. Age 56. Visitation on Monday, April 7, 2008 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Gramercy, from 8:30a.m. until Mass of Christian Burial at 11:00a.m. Interment in St. Joseph Mausoleum, Paulina. Father Frank Uter, Clergy. Survivors: 1 daughter; Brandy Clouatre of Gramercy, 2 grandchildren: De'Andre and Destiny Joseph of Gramercy, mother: Shirley Destor Clouatre of Westwego, 3 brothers: Ricky Clouatre of Marrero, Allen Clouatre of Marrero, and Darryn Clouatre of Avondale, 3 sisters: Angelina Chauvin of Avondale, Shirley Clouatre of Marrero and Michelle Carmedillo of Marrero, ex-wife: Laura Berthelot Clouatre of Gramercy, numerous nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by son: Brenton Clouatre, father: Elton Clouatre, Sr., 2 brothers: Roy and Julius Clouatre, 1 sister: June Ann Clouatre, grandparents: Rauol and Louise Clouatre. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Alexander Funeral Home in Lutcher. Times Picayune 04/6/2008. **************************************** 000183 Cocchiara - Rose DiLeo Cocchiara, Loving wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, pharmacist, phenomenal cook, friend, Rose died on March 25, 2008, at age 94 in Shreveport, Louisiana. She was born in 1913 in Lucca Sicula, Sicily, to Pasqua Castellano and Lucca DiLeo. She emigrated with her family to the United States at the age of seven. According to family lore, Rose traveled from her hometown to the port of Palermo by donkey. Riding behind the rest of the family, she was knocked from her donkey by a low hanging tree limb as the family rode away unaware of her plight. With the fortitude and pluck for which she was known, she picked herself up, re-mounted her donkey and caught up with the family. The DiLeo family arrived at Ellis Island and traveled to New Orleans where they made their new home. Rose attended Tulane University and graduated from Loyola University School of Pharmacy. She was honored by her alma mater with an Honorary Doctorate in Pharmacy on the 50th anniversary of her graduation. She was married to Joseph George Cocchiara, also a pharmacist, for 65 years. Rose and Joe practiced at a time when pharmacists were chemists who compounded medicines from basic chemicals and were paramedics serving the local community. They owned Cocchiara's Drug Store in New Orleans and lived above the store, where they also reared their three children. She was uprooted by Hurricanes Katrina and Rita in 2005 and ultimately settled in Shreveport. Rose was the eldest of eight children and is survived by her sister Esther DiLeo and her brothers Tony, Joseph and Frank DiLeo. She was preceded in death by her sister Laura Locantro and her brothers Vincent and Carlo DiLeo She is survived by her daughter and son-in-law Leanna and Herbert Smith and her sons and daughters-in-law, John and Bonnie Cocchiara and Joseph and Charlotte Cocchiara, five grandchildren, Christine and Stephanie Smith, Wendy Gayle, Betsy Snow and Julie DeRouen, and seven great-grandchildren. Relatives and friends are invited to attend a Mass of Christian Burial at Greenwood Funeral Home Chapel, 5200 Canal Blvd., (formerly All Faiths Funeral Home) on Saturday, April 5, 2008, at 1:00 PM. Interment will follow at St. Vincent De Paul #1 Cemetery. Visitation will begin at 11:00 AM. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to St. Dominic's Church, 775 Harrison Avenue, New Orleans, LA 70124. To view or sign the Family Guestbook please visit www.greenwoodfuneralhome.net Times Picayune 04/3/2008. **************************************** 000184 Cochran - Kenneth Edward Cochran III died on Thursday, April 10th in his Mother's home in New Orleans. He is survived by his beloved Mother Betty R. Cochran, Sisters Becky Cochran Ducharme, Jane Cochran Liljedahl, Peggy Cochran, Sister-In-Law Anne Mayeux Cochran and Nieces and Nephews Justin Cochran, Leanne Cochran, Steven Cochran, Elise Warren, Paige Liljedahl, Renee Ducharme and Aaron Ducharme. Inquiries, please call Peggy Cochran at 504-237- 2556. Times Picayune 04/16/2008. **************************************** 000185 Colin - Patricia Ann Colin was born January 27, 1943 in New Orleans, Louisiana and passed away on April 7, 2008 in Houston, Texas. The beloved mother and sister is survived by her loving daughter, Michelle Colin Seale and husband Mannie; her sisters and brothers, Marcella Gregory, Dawn Glorioso, Kim Vaughn, Dennis Mayeux and Jay Landreaux. Visitation will begin at 9:00 AM on Thursday, April 10 in the Chapel of Woodlawn Funeral Home with a Funeral Service following at 11 AM. Interment will follow in Glenwood Cemetery. Woodlawn Funeral Home 1101 Antoine Drive Houston, Texas 77055 713-682-3663 Times Picayune 04/9/2008. **************************************** 000186 Collins - Linette LeBlanc Collins passed away on Tuesday, April 8, 2008. She was the beloved wife of William S. Collins, mother of Amy Collins Fontenot, mother-in-law of Eric James Fontenot and grandmother of William Leonard Fontenot. She was the daughter of Juliette Cassou LeBlanc and the late Samuel Claude LeBlanc, Sr. She was the sister of Samuel Claude LeBlanc, Jr., and aunt of Timothy O. LeBlanc, Kate Collins, and Jenn Collins. She is also survived by a host of cousins, other relatives, and friends. A Funeral Mass will be held on Saturday, April 12, 2008 at 1:15 PM at Schoen Funeral Home, 3827 Canal Street at N. Scott. Visitation will begin at 11:00 AM. Interment will be private. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Friends of City Park, 1 Palm Dr, New Orleans, LA 70124, or to Our Lady of the Rosary Church, 1322 Moss St, New Orleans, LA 70119. An online memorial and guestbook is available at www.MeM.com. Times Picayune 04/11/2008 **************************************** 000187 Collura - Guy Collura, our Lord called him home on Monday, April 7, 2008 at 2:00 AM. Age 93 years. Beloved Husband of Katie Hebert Collura. Brother of Jessie Becnel and the late Mary Constanza, Josephine Papania, Joseph, Johnny and Brassie Collura. Also survived by nieces and nephews. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Funeral Services at ST. BERNARD MEMORIAL FUNERAL HOME, 701 West Virtue Street, Chalmette, LA 70043, on Friday, April 11, 2007 at 1:00 PM. Interment will follow in St. Bernard Memorial Gardens. Visitation from 10:00 AM until time of service on Friday. Times Picayune 04/10/2008. **************************************** 000188 Condon - Peggy Young Condon of New Orleans, LA, passed away on Friday, March 28, 2008, after a year long battle with pancreatic cancer. Peggy is the beloved mother of Patrick J. Condon. She is also survived by her parents, Joe and Genevieve Young, her brother, Christopher J. Young and her sister, Linda Young Clingenpeel. She is the sister- in-law of Susan Gaudin Young and Ronald Clingenpeel, and the loving aunt of Colin and Mary Caitlin Young and Joshua, Hannah, Sarah and Zachary Clingenpeel. A native of New Orleans, Peggy attended St. Francis of Assisi Elementary School and Redemptorist High School (class of 1973). She had a long-standing career with the Federal Government, serving from 1980 -2004 at the Department of Labor, Office of the Administrative Law Judges. In 2004 she was promoted to Systems Analyst in the Central Office of the OALJ in Washington, D.C. Peggy was a volunteer tour guide with the Office of Tourism in New Orleans, and a member of the Where Ya' At Red Hat Society. Peggy will be deeply missed by all of her family, friends, and co-workers. The brave manner in which she conducted her battle with her illness served as an inspiration to all who encountered her. Visitation will be held from 6:00 until 9:00 p.m. on Thursday, April 3, 2008 at Greenwood Funeral Home (formerly All Faiths Funeral Home), 5200 Canal Blvd., New Orleans, LA and from 9:30 until 10:00 a.m. on Friday, April 4, at St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church, 631 State Street, New Orleans, followed by a Funeral Mass at 10:00. Interment will follow at Greenwood Cemetery. To view or sign the family guestbook, please visit www.greenwoodfuneralhome.net. Times Picayune 04/2/2008. **************************************** 000189 Connell - Albert Arnold Connell, Sr., a native of Jacksonville, FL and a resident of Denham Springs, passed away at 5:30 AM, on Sunday, April 13, 2008 at his residence at the age of 65. Visitation will be at Seale Funeral Home, Denham Springs, LA on Monday, April 14, 2008 from 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM and will resume on Tuesday, April 15, 2008 from 11:00 AM until Funeral Services at Seale Funeral Home Chapel at 2:00 PM conducted by Rev. Richard Wallace. Burial will follow in Grangeville Baptist Church Cemetery in Grangeville. He is survived by: wife Lillian Jackson Connell; daughter Valerie Connell Banker; son and daughter- in-law Travis Wayne and Jocelyn Deanne Connell; sisters Ardith B. Dearstine, Kathy Tippins, Debbie Graham and Barbara Darlene Miller; brothers Archie L. and Michael L. Connell; grandchildren Cody, Justin and Blake Banker; mother-in-law Beatrice Jackson. He was preceded in death by: parents Leroy and Thelma Connell; son Albert Arnold Connell, Jr.; father-in-law Eddie Jackson; sisters Lorene Williams, Louise Braxton and Carolyn Connell; brothers David H., Levi E., and Robert M. Connell. Services performed under the direction of Seale Funeral Service, Inc. Denham Springs, LA. Times Picayune 04/14/2008 **************************************** 000190 Connelly - Elois Mentz Connelly, age 88, passed away on Saturday, April 5, 2008. She was the beloved wife of the late William John Connelly and a devoted mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. Born in New Orleans, LA, Elois moved to her much-loved Diamondhead, MS in 1984 where she resided until Katrina. She was presently living at St. Francis Villa in River Ridge, LA. While in Diamondhead she was a member of the Newcomers Club, the Diamondhead Community Church, the Red Hat Society, PEO Chapter, and the Krewe of Diamondhead, where she served as a maid in 1999. She was active at St. Francis Villa where she was also a member of the Red Hats and participated as a maid in the Mardi Gras Ball in 2007. This year she reigned as their Queen. Daughter of the late Charles Nicholas Mentz, Sr. and Anna Carey Mentz. Mother of Patricia Connelly Johnson and the late Joan Anna Connelly. Mother-in-law of J.R. (Randy) Johnson. Sister of George Mentz, Henry Mentz and Charles Nicholas Mentz, Jr. Grandmother of Kelly Johnson Michel and Kevin William Johnson. Grandmother-in-law of Ron Michel and Dana Bailey Johnson. Great-grandmother of Andrew Connelly Michel, Alex Christian Michel, Austin Carey Michel, Paige Leigh Johnson, Shelby Lyn Johnson and Lauren Bailey Johnson. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend Funeral Services at LAKE LAWN METAIRIE FUNERAL HOME CHAPEL, 5100 Pontchartrain Blvd. (in Metairie Cemetery) on Thursday, April 10, 2008 at 12:00 noon. Interment will follow in the Garden of Memories. Visitation will be from 9:00am until service time. There will also be a Memorial Service held at Diamondhead Community Church, 5301 Diamondhead Circle, Diamondhead, MS on Monday, April 14, 2008 at 10:00 am. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Cerebral Palsy or the American Cancer Society. To sign and view the Family Guestbook, please visit www.lakelawnmetairie.com. Times Picayune 04/9/2008 **************************************** 000191 Connor - Dr. Ulysses John Connor, Jr. JD, a native of New Orleans, died Tuesday, April 15, 2008 at Sibley Memorial Hospital in Washington, DC. Dr. Connor, a resident of Washington, DC for over 25 years, was a graduate of Adelphi and Syracuse Universities and a professor and director of Educational Outreach & Retention Programs at Kutztown University of Pennsylvania. Survivors include his parents Ulysses Connor, Sr. and Estelle Tymes Connor; sister Cheryl Connor Wing; brothers Barry Connor, Kerwin Connor, and Gerard Connor, Sr.; as well as a host of nieces and nephews, extended family, friends, students and colleagues. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the Mass of Christian Burial on Saturday, April 26, 2008 at 10:00 am at Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church, 5018 Constance St. Visitation 8:00am. Interment Mt Olivet Cemetery and Mausoleum. Services Entrusted To Louisiana Undertaking Company, Inc. 1449 N. Claiborne Avenue New Orleans, Louisiana 70116 (504) 945-2145 Jeffery K. Jenkins / Renard A. Boissiere Fatima B. Conner Directors Times Picayune 04/25/2008. **************************************** 000192 Coogan - Gregory Brian Coogan, born on February 14, 1954, passed away at his home after a long illness on April 21, 2008. Beloved son of Constance C. Coogan and the late Gerard F. Coogan. Brother of Deborah Ann Coogan, Keith Paul Coogan and Gerard F. Coogan, Jr. Brother-in-law of Diane and Kimberly Coogan. Uncle of Nicole and Victoria Tripi, Chrissy, Kacey, Abigail, Alexandra and Ann Coogan. Also survived by many cousins. Age 54 years. A native of New Orleans, LA, lived most of his life in River Ridge and his final days in Covington, LA. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the funeral services on Monday, April 28, 2008 at 12:00 PM from E.J. Fielding Funeral Home Inc., 2260 W. 21st. Ave., Covington, LA 70433. Visitation on Monday from 10:00 AM until service time. Sincere thanks and gratitude to Community Hospice and many friends for all their help. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in memory of Greg to the Children's Advocacy Center, P.O. Box 1852, Covington, LA 70434. Sign Guest Book online at www.ejfieldingfh.com. Times Picayune 04/23/2008 **************************************** 000193 Cook - Johnie Younger Cook passed away on Saturday, April 5, 2008. She was born January 6, 1930 in Eupora, MS to the late Barney D. and Exa Hightower Younger, was raised in Mayersville, MS and has been a resident of Mandeville since 1993. The beloved wife of John G. Cook for 56 years, she is survived by one daughter, Connie C. DeGenova and her husband Thomas; three grandsons: John T., Matthew L. and Andrew P. DeGenova all of Kenner, LA and her sister, Barney Jean Allen of Clinton, MS. One sister, Mary Ray Davis preceded her in death. Johnie graduated from the Mississippi State College for Women and taught English for a short time until she met her soul mate, John. She moved with him and his career with Halliburton Services around the country for 41 years making friends and devoting herself to her family. She was very proud of her family, especially her three grandsons and their many accomplishments. She was also an active member of St. Timothy United Methodist Church and a former member of P.E.O. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend Funeral Services on Wednesday, April 9, 2008 at 12:00 Noon from the Chapel at E.J. Fielding Funeral Home, 2260 W. 21st Ave., Covington, LA 70433. Visiting hours will begin at 10:00 AM. Interment will follow services at Pinecrest Memorial Gardens in Covington. Sign the family Guest Book online at www.ejfieldingfh.com. Times Picayune 04/7/2008. **************************************** 000194 Cooper - Gayle E. Cooper, of Slidell, LA, passed away on Thursday, April 17, 2008, at Slidell Memorial Hospital. Beloved wife of Robert L. Cooper for 58 years. Mother of Larry G. Cooper and wife Debbie, Brenda C. Vercher and Cherry C. Martin and husband Rick. Daughter of the late Robert A. Edwards and Montye Davis Edwards. Sister of Robert K. Edwards, Ann E. Shumate and the late Rudolph Edwards, Nell Buie, Pauline Edwards and Laverne Edwards. Grandmother of Kimberly McDonald, Heather Frost, Cresta Bledsoe, Jeremy Cooper, Rebecca Daniels, the late Stephen Martin, Sam Martin, Katie Vercher, Nathan Cooper, Pamela Babers and Jeffrey Hettinger. She is also survived by 12 great grandchildren. Age 77 years; a native of Pontotoc, MS and a resident of Slidell since 1962, Mrs. Cooper was a retired Real Estate Broker. Along with her husband Robert, Mrs. Cooper was a member of First Baptist Church in Slidell. 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 Sunday, April 20, 2008 from 6:00pm until 9:00pm and on Monday morning from 9:00am until 11:00am. Funeral services will be held in the chapel at 11:00am. Interment will follow in Forest Lawn Cemetery. Donations may be made in honor of Mrs. Cooper to the First Baptist Church of Slidell Pantry. Arrangements by Honaker Funeral Home, Inc., Slidell, LA. Times Picayune 04/19/2008 **************************************** 000195 Cordier - In the early morning of April 19,2008, Mr. Lance Joseph "Joe" Cordier passed away at his home in Harvey, LA. Mr. Cordier was a lifelong resident of New Orleans. He served in the United Sates Army during World War II and worked as a longshoreman for over 40 years. He was a member of the American Legions Post 395 and the International Longshoremen Local Union. He was preceded in death by his parents Leonce and Melicia Cordier, brothers Felix Sr. and Herbert Sr., and sister Viola Delaney. He is survived by his beloved wife Mrs. Mildered Cordier, two sons, Cedrick (Karen) and Roderik, two daughters, Marsha (Dennis Diles) and Monica (Ron Battle), 11 grandchildren, 8 great grandchildren as well as brother in law of Harry C. Baker and host of nieces and nephews and other family members and devoted friends. Relatives and friends of the family also employees of the NO Sewerage & Water Board, United States Postal Services, Dr. James Leftwich, Orleans Parish School Board, Alice Hart Charter School, Entergy, Murphy Oil Co., and URS Corp. are invited to attend the Mass of Christen Burial on Wednesday, April 23,2008 at 11:00am at Corpus Christen Catholic Church 2022 St, Bernard Ave. NOLA. Visitation 10:00am. Interment Mt. Olivet Cemetery. Services Entrusted To Louisiana Undertaking Company, Inc. 1449 N. Claiborne Avenue New Orleans, Louisiana 70116 (504) 945-2145 Jeffery K. Jenkins / Renard A. Boissiere Fatima B. Conner Directors Times Picayune 04/22/2008. **************************************** 000196 Cordier - In the early morning of Saturday, April 19, 2008, Mr. Leonce Joseph "Joe" Cordier passed away at his home in Harvey, LA. Mr. Cordier was a lifelong resident of New Orleans, LA. He served in the United Sates Army during World War II and worked as a longshoreman for over 40 years. He was a member of the American Legions Post 395 and the International Longshoremen Local Union. He was preceded in death by his parents Leonce and Melicia Cordier, brothers Felix Sr. and Herbert Sr., and sister Viola Delaney. He is survived by his beloved wife Mrs. Mildered Cordier, two sons, Cedrick (Karen) and Roderick, two daughters, Marsha (Dennis Diles) and Monica (Ron Battle), 11 grandchildren, 8 great grandchildren as well as brother in law of Harry C. Baker and host of nieces and nephews and other family members and devoted friends. Relatives and friends of the family; also employees of the NO Sewerage & Water Board, United States Postal Services, Dr. James Leftwich, Orleans Parish School Board, Alice Hart Charter School, Entergy, Murphy Oil Co., and URS Corp. are invited to attend the Mass of Christian Burial on Wednesday, April 23, 2008 at 11:00am at Corpus Christi Catholic Church, 2022 St. Bernard Ave., NOLA. Visitation 10:00am. Interment Mt. Olivet Cemetery. Services entrusted to Louisiana Undertaking Company, Inc. 1449 N. Claiborne Avenue New Orleans, Louisiana 70116 Information: (504) 945-2145 Jeffery K. Jenkins / Renard A. Boissiere Fatima B. Conner Directors Times Picayune 04/23/2008. **************************************** 000197 Couchis - Ruth R. Couchis passed away on Thursday, April 24, 2008 at the age of 82. Wife of the late Peter Couchis, Jr. Beloved mother of Ronnie and Janet Couchis. Mother-in-law of Jenny Couchis. Grandmother of Amanda Couchis. Her sister-in-law Mae Rutherford s and her caregiver Yolanda Mercadel. She was preceded in death by her parents, Charles and Margerite Rein. Sister of the late Naomi Couchis and brother-in-law Henry Couchis. Mrs. Couchis was also survived by a host of relatives and friends. A native of New Orleans, LA and resident of River Ridge, LA for over 50 years. The relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the Funeral Service at Garden of Memories Funeral Home on Monday, April 28, 2008 at 11:00 AM. Interment in Garden of Memories Cemetery to follow. Visitation will begin on Monday, April 28, 2008 from 9:00 AM until service time. Friends may sign the online guestbook in memory of Ruth at www.legacy.com. Information at (504) 833- 3786. Times Picayune 04/26/2008 **************************************** 000198 Courtney - Thomas Owen Courtney passed away on Sunday, April 13, 2008 of natural causes. Thom was a native of Montgomery, Alabama, a former longtime resident of Lakeview in New Orleans, LA and since Katrina was a resident of Slidell, LA. Thom will forever be remembered for his inventive personality. He took the phrase "Jack of all trades" to the extreme. He was an engineer, a plumber, a carpenter, a draftsman and an inventer. But most importantly, he was a devoted husband, a doting father, a loving grandfather and a great friend. Thom was a master storyteller who was the center of attention, the center of the story and the center of our lives. We are forever enriched by loving him. He is survived by his loving wife Sharion Foy Courtney of 25 years. Father of Judy Courtney Rabito, Thomas Courtney III, Patrick Courtney, Kelly Courtney Torres, Susan Waring Swanner and Charlene Waring Thompson. Grandfather of Dillon, Carl James, Sophia Mae, Samantha, Thomas IV, Jennifer, Melissa, Shane, Aaron, Isabella, DonDiego "Zorro", Tara, Tori, Tiffany, Tracy and Douglas. Great grandfather of Kelsey, Kayla and Christopher. Thom is also survived by his dear friend Arlyne Radford and too many other close friends and relatives to mention. 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 Thursday, April 17, 2008 at 5:30 P.M. Visitation will begin on Thursday at 4:00pm and will continue after mass until 7:30pm. Arrangements by Honaker Funeral Home, Inc., Slidell, LA. Times Picayune 04/16/2008. **************************************** 000199 Cowart - Shelby "Pete" Cowart departed this life on Thursday, March 27, 2008 at 10:45p.m. Husband of Alice Cowart of 53 years. Father of Eddie (Sadie), Chrysto, Jeanne, Shelby Ann (Harry) Andus, and Ivan Chad (Carolyn). Son of the late Sam and Hervey Cowart. Brother of Lena Cowart Taylor, Elzie and Herman Cowart. Brother in law of late Shirley Taylor, Vada Cowart and Marilyn Cowart. Also survived by 13 grandchildren, 16 great grandchildren, and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends. Age 78 years, a native of Dorbin, Ms. and a resident of Westwego, La. Relatives and friends of the family, also Pastors, officers, and members of Holmes Memorial Church and neighboring churches; employees of Divine Care Hospice LLC, Bethesda Community Program, Cement Mason 567, Dr. Tillery Family Clinic, and special thanks to Med Team are invited to attend the Funeral Service at Holmes Memorial Church, 41 Norton St., Westwego, La., on Saturday, April 5, 2008 at 10:00a.m. Visitation will begin at 9:00a.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 04/4/2008. **************************************** 000200 Craven - John Joseph Craven, age 94, "Entered into Eternal Rest" on Tuesday, April 8, 2008 at 1:10 PM. He was a lifelong resident of New Orleans, Louisiana. Beloved husband of Aline Bourgeois Craven for 56 years. Father of eight children: John M. Craven, George A. Craven (Nathalie), Aline C. Cowdrey (Bill), Joseph E. Craven (Rhonda), Catherine C. Ritter (Chris), Mary C. Welker (Vic), Patrick T. Craven and Paul S. Craven. He is survived by 20 grandchildren. He was the brother-in-law of Edna Mae Hyde, Elodie Bourgeois and Joyce Serio Brown. He is also survived by numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, James Edward Craven, Sr. and Julia Schmitz Craven, and five sisters and four brothers: Mary, Theresa, Beatrice, Claire, Florence, Daniel, James, Jr., George and Robert. He was the son-in-law of the late Oswald F. Bourgeois and Edna Buck Bourgeois. He was a graduate of Warren Easton High School in 1934 where he was President of his class and on the State Championship Baseball Team. He went to Spring Training with the New Orleans Pelicans. His baseball career was cut short due to WWII. He was a WWII veteran in the Pacific Campaign where he received a Bronze Star. He later became a professional umpire. He worked for the New Orleans Clerk and Checkers Union for 35 years. He was a member of the Diamond Club. He was an avid golfer and member of City Park Golfers Association. He was a parishioner of St. Dominic and Lakeview for 45 years. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend a Funeral Mass on Saturday, April 12, 2008 at 1:00 PM at Greenwood Funeral Home Chapel, 5200 Canal Blvd., New Orleans, LA 70124. Visitation will begin at 10:00 AM. Interment will be in Greenwood Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to St. Dominic Rebuilding Fund, 775 Harrison Ave., New Orleans, LA 70124 in his memory. Family guest book may be signed online at www.greenwoodfuneralhome.net. Times Picayune 04/11/2008 **************************************** 000201 Criswell - June Eckart Criswell, a former employee of Graybar Electrical Company for 32 years, died at East Jefferson General Hospital on Wednesday, April 2, 2008. Age 84 years. Beloved wife of the late Robert Lee Criswell. Daughter of the late Louise Wirth Eckart and Louis F. Eckart. Sister of Louise Eckart Platt. Survived by two nephews, George W. Platt Jr. and Ronald L. Platt, two grand nieces Amiee Erickson and Ashley Smith, one great-great niece and one great-great nephew. Mrs. Criswell was a graduate of McMain High School and Soule Business College and a member of First English Lutheran Church. Relatives, friends and employees of Graybar Electrical Company are invited to attend the Funeral Service at LAKE LAWN METAIRIE FUNERAL HOME, 5100 Pontchartrain Blvd., on Monday, April 7, 2008 at 2:00 PM. Visitation will begin at 12:00 PM. The burial service will be in Lake Lawn Park. In lieu of flowers, donations to First English Lutheran Church Building Fund, 3701 Cleary Ave., Metairie, LA 70002, would be appreciated. To view and sign family guestbook, please visit www.lakelawnmetairie.com. Times Picayune 04/6/2008. **************************************** 000202 Crockett - Ethel Mae Jenkins Hunt Crockett, passed away on Saturday, April 26, 2008. Beloved mother of Patricia Hunt Miller and her husband Carlos, Debbie Kennedy and her husband Darren, Nevette C. Chandler and her husband Greg, Alvin Hunt, Nevis "Tip" Crockett, Jr. and Hervy Crockett and his wife Melissa; and sister to Dorothy Swaggerty and Eunice Mclain. She is also survived by eight grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Nevis Crockett, Sr.; a son, Kevin Nelson Hunt; her mother, Grace Heck Jenkins; her father, Albert Jenkins; two sister, Inez Voss and Hazel Hunt; and two brothers, Warren Jenkins and Hebert Jenkins. Age 80 years, she was a native and lifetime resident of Covington, LA. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend funeral services on Wednesday, April 30, 2008 at 11:00 AM from Collins Blvd. Baptist Church, 1501 Collins Blvd., Covington, LA 70433. Visitation on Tuesday from 6:00 to 9:00 PM at E.J. Fielding Funeral Home, 2260 West 21st Ave., Covington, LA 70433 and on Wednesday, April 30, 2008 from 9:00 AM until service time AT THE CHURCH. Interment will follow Simalusa Cemetery. The family would like to thank the staff of Forest Manor Nursing Home for their dedicated care and attention to their mother. Sign Guest Book online at www.ejfieldingfh.com. Times Picayune 04/28/2008. **************************************** 000203 Crockett - Milfred Crockett, 82, went home on April 20, 2008. He was preceded in death by his wife, Eudene Thomas Crockett and son Melton Wilson Crockett. Survived by his daughter Charlene Crockett (Robert Sr.) Gunn, 3 grandsons, Robert Jr and David Gunn, Charles "Jay" Budd IV, 3 great granddaughters, Caroline, Ramie and Riley. Funeral services at Brown McGehee Funeral home, Bogalusa, La. at 11 AM on Wednesday, April 23, 2008. Visitation at 10 AM. Burial in Ponomah Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, family requested donations to First Baptist Church of Slidells' "Sonshine Club", a senior ministry that Milfred enjoyed. Times Picayune 04/23/2008. **************************************** 000204 Cromwell - Joan Gay (Loisel) Cromwell, age 77 of Prairie Grove, AR, passed away Wednesday, April 16, 2008 at Circle of Life Hospice in Springdale, AR. Memorial Services will be Monday, April 28, 2008, 11:00 a.m. at the Lincoln Seventh-Day Adventist Church. Her final resting place will be in the Prairie Grove Cemetery, Prairie Grove, Arkansas. To sign the online guest book visit www.nelsonberna.com. Times Picayune 04/27/2008. **************************************** 000205 Crosby - "A gentle wind blew across the land reaching out to take a hand. Far on the winds the angels came, calling out a mother's name. These angels came for Joyce Pitre Crosby. Joyce Pitre Crosby passed away on Sunday, April 13, 2008. Survivors include her children, Chuck Crosby and his wife, Kathy, Susan Crosby Fremin and her husband, Rick and Tommy Crosby and his wife Milan; her blessed grandchildren, Marci Crosby Griffiths, Ricky Fremin, Nicole Crosby Duncan, Shaunte' Fremin, Bart Fremin, Austin Crosby and Irelan Crosby; her sister, Hazel Pitre and 5 great- grandchildren. Preceded in death by her beloved husband Lindberg Joseph Crosby; parents, Ophelia and Burke Pitre and brother, Raleigh Pitre. She was 77 years of age, a native of Cut Off, LA and resident of Marrero, LA. She was a member of the Cut Off High School Class of 1948. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the visitation at Mothe Funeral Home, 7040 Lapalco Blvd., Marrero, LA on Thursday, April 17, 2008 from 6:00 PM to 10:00 PM. Visitation will resume at Our Lady of Prompt Succor Catholic Church, Golden Meadow, LA on Friday, April 18, 2008 from 10:30 AM to 11:30 AM. A Funeral Mass will follow. Interment will be in the Church cemetery. For further information, call (504) 366-4343. Times Picayune 04/16/2008. **************************************** 000206 CROVETTO - Vera Frances Cassagne Crovetto passed away on Friday, April 11, 2008. Beloved wife of the late Lyman Celestin Crovetto. Mother of Stephen M. Crovetto, Mary Coulon and Julie Mire. Mother-in-law of Stacy B. Crovetto, Tim Coulon, and Gary L. Mire. Daughter of the late Mary Beverung and Paul Cassagne. Sister of Marie St. Blanc and the late Pauline Fonseca. Also survived by 6 grandchildren and 1 great-grandchild. Age 86 years and a lifelong resident of Westwego, LA. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend a Mass of Christian Burial at MOTHE FUNERAL HOME, 7040 Lapalco Blvd., Marrero, LA on Monday, April 14, 2008 at 1:00 PM. Interment in Our Lady of Prompt Succor Cemetery, Westwego, LA. Visitation will be Monday morning from 10:00 AM until Mass time. For further funeral information, please call 366-4343. Times Picayune 04/13/2008. **************************************** 000207 CUCINELLO - Frank M. Cucinello, Sr. passed away in his home on Sunday, March 30, 2008. A decorated World War II veteran, he served in the Army's 42nd Infantry Battalion and was honored with two Bronze Stars and two Purple Hearts. He later served as Chief Warrant Officer in the Air Force Reserves and retired from Jackson Barracks as Director of Maintenance. He enjoyed telling WWII stories and singing to his grandchildren. He took care of everyone he loved and his great sense of humor has brought countless laughs and smiles to all of us. He will be greatly missed and his memory will always be cherished. Frank was a devoted and loving husband and was preceded in death by his first wife of 48 years, Irene Deffes Cucinello, his second wife of 14 years, Virly Clark Cucinello, granddaughter Karen Kay Peters, parents Joseph and Sarah, brothers Vic, Nick, and Tony, and sisters Rosemary and Kathryn. He is survived by his three children, Carolyn Peters (Jerry), Marie Meyers (Roy), and Frank Cucinello, Jr. (Donna), sister SaraRita, step daughter FayeRuth Wolfred (Fred), granddaughters Tammy, Kelly, Heidi, April, Jamie, Kristy, Sheri, and Holly, along with 12 great grandchildren and many close friends. Services will be held at ST. BERNARD MEMORIAL FUNERAL HOME, 701 West Virtue Street, Chalmette, LA, on Wednesday, April 2, 2008 from 9:30 - 11:00. Interment will follow in St. Bernard Memorial Gardens. Times Picayune 04/1/2008 **************************************** 000208 CULBERSON - Cathy Lynn Rone Culberson, devoted mother and wife, passed away March 29, 2008 and now rests in Jesus awaiting his return. Age 53, a native of Detroit, Michigan, she had resided in the New Orleans metropolitan area since 1992 after residing in Los Angeles, Ca. for 13 years. She liked to say she came to New Orleans from Detroit by way of Los Angeles. Cathy is survived by her beloved husband of 10 years, Wyatt Jarrod Culberson, her daughter, Rebecca Lynn, her stepdaughter, Brandi Elizabeth Culberson (whom she considered, loved, and treated as if she were her daughter by birth); her mother Elouise Rone; brothers Dwight and Vincent (Vinnie) Rone; sister Laurel Humbarger; uncles Earl Langdon, Paul Langdon, Don Langdon; nieces Keri Lowe, Shianne Rone, Ashley Rone, and Jessica Rone, Shelby Humbarger; nephews Mason Redifield and Eric Clark; grandniece Isabella Lowe. She is preceded in passing by her father Jacob Rone, sister Deborah Thompson, uncles Kenneth Langdon, Norman Langdon, Joe Rone, Bill Rone, Tom Rone; aunts Tina Adkins, Helen Henry, and Carrie Rone. Cathy began her vocation as a Registered Nurse graduating from Los Angeles County Medical Center School of Nursing in 1985. She served at various medical facilities in the Los Angeles area until 1992 when she moved to the New Orleans. In the greater New Orleans area she served at Ochsner Medical Institutions, Mercy Hospital, Lakeview Regional Medical Center, and LaPlace Pediatric Clinic. Cathy was active in (very active) in the Seventh-day Adventist Church with membership at the Marrero Westbank SDA congregation. She had previously attended at the Ephesus, Mandeville, and New Orleans First SDA churches. Cathy is warmly remembered by her family and friends as someone who consistently placed the wellbeing of others ahead of her own interest. Her warm, loving personality shined through even when she was in pain. Her greatest joy was being a blessing to others. She was always ready and willing to give a hand to those in need. Her family and friends mourn her, but are comforted that she is listed among God's faithful and will rise again at that last day. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Funeral Service at LAKE LAWN METAIRIE FUNERAL HOME, 5100 Pontchartrain Blvd. (in Metairie Cemetery), on Sunday, April 6, 2008 at 2:00 p.m. Interment will follow in Lumberton, MS. Visitation will begin at 12:00 p.m. Memorial donations may be made to St. Joseph Hospice Foundation In Memory of Cathy Culberson, 8923 Bluebonnet Blvd., Baton Rouge, La. 70810 225-769-4810 or MBCS (Memorial Baptist Christian School) Cathy Culberson Fund, 5701 Veterans Blvd., Metairie, La. 70003. To sign and view the Family Guestbook, please visit www.lakelawnmetairie.com. Times Picayune 04/5/2008. **************************************** 000209 CUMMINGS - Arthur Cummings departed this life on Sunday, March 30, 2008 at the age of 83. Beloved husband of Dorothy Cummings. Son of the late Ruth Norwood Harris. Father of Leatrice Smith and Jill Smith Ijebuonwu. Father in law of Onyee Ijebuonwu. Brother of Walter Harris and the late William Harris. Brother in law of Jean Campbell-Smith and Elouise J. Harris (wife of Walter Harris). Grandfather of Kuroki Miguel Gonzalzles, Onyee L., Jr., Chinyereugo and Jonathan Ijebuonwu. Nephew of Martha Stewart and Inez Taylor. 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 St. Peter AME Church and Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church and employees of US Postal Service are invited to attend the Funeral Service at St. Peter AME Church, 1201 Cadiz St., on Tuesday, April 8, 2008 at 11:00 am. Visitation will begin at 9:00 am. Interment: Valence St. Cemetery. Arrangements by DW Rhodes Funeral Home, 1728 N. Claiborne Ave. Please visit www.rhodesfuneral.com to sign the guest book. Times Picayune 04/6/2008 **************************************** 000210 CUNNINGHAM - Naomi Crawford Cunningham was born on November 8, 1914 and died on April 26, 2008 at 5:30PM. Age 93, she was a native of Narrows, VA and a resident of Thibodaux, LA. Survived by 7 daughters, Nadine Huerta and husband Sid, Evelyn Wallace and husband Richard, Gladys Dudjak, Iva Bellefleur, Gail Zirkle and husband Garry, Elaine Bradley, Rebecca Westra and husband Lubbert; 2 brothers, Alfred and Eugene Crawford; 1 sister, Mary Louise Scarbro; 21 grandchildren, 45 great-grandchildren and 3 great-great-grandchildren. Preceded in death by husband, Claude Darest Cunningham; parents, William G. and Sarah Brackens Crawford; 3 grandchildren and 3 great- grandchildren; 3 brothers, Arthur, Woodrow and Paul Crawford; and 1 sister, Gladys Caudill. Visitation from 2PM until 3PM on Wednesday, April 30, 2008 at Samart Funeral Home of Houma. Mass of Christian Burial at 3PM on Wednesday, April 30, 2008 at Samart Funeral Home of Houma. Cemetery: Crematorium, Inc. - Houma, La. Samart Funeral Home of Houma, L.L.C. in charge of arrangements. Times Picayune 04/29/2008. **************************************** 000211 CURRAN - Marcela (Margaret) Boudreaux Curran passed away on Wednesday, April 23, 2008. Age 81. Beloved wife of Robert M. Curran. Loving mother of Gary Curran, Clyde Curran and wife Christina; Gale Curran Andring and husband Robert; and Connie Curran Quijano and husband Louis. Devoted grandmother of Heather Schuler, Brett Curran, Leslie Curran Raley, Erin Curran, Brice Andring, Ryan Curran and Jonathan Andring. Sister of Robert Boudreaux, Carrie Lichtenberg, Helen Landry, Ella Boudreaux Bennett and Seldon Boudreaux. She was preceded in death by her parents, Rene Boudreaux and Corrine LaGrange Boudreaux; and her brother, Harris Boudreaux. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Funeral Mass at LAKE LAWN METAIRIE FUNERAL HOME, 5100 Pontchartrain Blvd. (in Metairie Cemetery), on Monday, April 28, 2008 at 1:00 p.m. Interment will follow in Lake Lawn Park Mausoleum. Visitation will begin at 11:00 a.m. To sign and view the Family Guestbook, please visit www.lakelawnmetairie.com. Times Picayune 04/27/2008. **************************************** 000212 CURTIS - Patricia H. Curtis, age 72, of New Orleans, LA, died on Thursday, April 10, 2008, after a brief illness. She was a realtor with RE/MAX New Orleans Properties and recently received a Lifetime Achievement Award from RE/MAX International. She specialized in historic, uptown properties. Ms. Curtis was preceded in death by her son, Kyle Edward Curtis, and is survived by her husband, Raymond E. Curtis, daughters: Kelley Keary and Lisa Curtis, brother, Martin Hubbard, sister, Georgia Crosley, and four beloved grandsons: Alexander Keary, Benjamin Keary, Aidan Curtis- Leh, and Luca Curtis-Leh. A Memorial Service will be held at 1:00 p.m. at Lake Lawn Metairie Funeral Home, 5100 Pontchartrain Blvd. (in Metairie Cemetery) on Thursday, April 17, 2008. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests that donations be made to the Ronald McDonald House Charities or Autism Speaks. To sign and view the Family Guestbook, please visit www.lakelawnmetairie.com. Times Picayune 04/13/2008 **************************************** 000213 CURTIS - Willie Anna Curtis departed this life on Thursday, April 10, 2008. She endured 5 months of suffering after a tragic house fire in November 2007. Daughter of the late Lucille W. Rice and Willie Curtis, Sr. Step daughter of Eddie Rice, Sr. Sister of Marva Walton, Walda (Charles) Jackson, Carlette (Haywood) St. Cyr., Kelvin Walker, Sonja Walker, Shannon (Byron Sr.) Jasper, Kesia Walker, and John (Zarul) Walker and the late Willie Curtis, Jr. and Patricia Ann Johnson. Also survived by a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, great and great-great nieces and -nephews. Age 65 years. A life long resident of Algiers, La. Relatives and friends; also pastors, officers, and members of Fisher Community Church, Asbury United Methodist Church, Greater St. Mary Baptist Church, Shiloh Baptist Church are invited to attend to attend the Memorial Service at Davis Mortuary Service, 230 Monroe St. ,Gretna, La. on Thursday, April 17, 2008 at 10:00a.m. Arrangements by Davis Mortuary Service 230 Monroe St., Gretna, La. Times Picayune 04/16/2008. **************************************** 000214 DAIGLE - Anna Marie (Trip) Tripolino Daigle, lifelong resident of Algiers, LA, born January 18, 1923, passed away Wednesday, April 9, 2008. Beloved wife of the late Clyde Joseph Daigle. Mother of Gary Paul, Sr. (wife Nevillyn), Clyde Raymond, Dennis John (wife Betty), Damian Thomas (wife Karen), Dolores D. Fuqua (husband Allen), Mark Stephen, Brian Patrick (wife Amy), and the late Clayton David Daigle Sr. Daughter of the late Jake and Congetta DeCorte. Tripolino. Sister of Jack J. Tripolino (wife Mary Lou) of Cedar Rapids, Iowa. Also survived by 19 grandchildren, 12 great-grandchildren, and many nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. Relatives and Friends of the Family, also members of St. Andrew the Apostle Ladies Guild, the SAGES, Magnolia Homemakers, the Marians of New Orleans, and the Gabbers are invited to attend a Funeral Mass at St. Andrew the Apostle Catholic Church, 3101 Eton St., Algiers, LA, on Monday, April 14, 2008 at 11 AM. Interment will follow in St. Bartholomew Cemetery, Algiers, LA. Visitation will be at Church from 9 AM until Mass time. In lieu of flowers, Masses are preferred. Special appreciation to Dr. Maureen J. Hecker-Rodrigue, MD. Mothe Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements, 366-4343. Times Picayune 04/13/2008. **************************************** 000215 DALMADO - Anthony John Dalmado, Sr. on Saturday, April 19, 2008. Age 89 years. Beloved husband of the late Elaine Blum Dalmado. Father of Linda D. Ray, Anthony J. Dalmado, Jr. and Michael J. Dalmado, Sr. Grandfather of Byron Ray, Jr., Anthony J. Dalmado III, Lorelei R. Titus, Matthew Ray, Sr., Stephen Dalmado, Shane Dalmado, Sr., and Michael Dalmado, Jr. Step-grandfather of Joseph M. Otnott. Great grandfather of Crystal and Nicholle Ray, Daniel Titus, Jr., Ryan Michael Dalmado, Heather Titus, Anthony J. Dalmado IV, David Dalmado, Stacie Titus, Shane Dalmado, Jr., Matthew Ray, Jr., Alyssa Michelle Dalmado, Jake Michael Dalmado, and Brandon Michael Dalmado. Great-great-grandfather of Cassidy Merritt. Father-in-law of Byron Ray, Sr. Also survived by a host of nieces and nephews. Mr. Dalmado was a lifelong member of the American Federation of Musicians Union Local 174-496 and a member of the Louisiana Clerks/Checkers Union for 20 years Relatives and friends are invited to attend a Funeral Mass at LAKE LAWN METAIRIE FUNERAL HOME CHAPEL, 5100 Pontchartrain Blvd. (in Metairie Cemetery) on Wednesday, April 23, 2008 at 2:00pm. Interment will follow in Lake Lawn Park Mausoleum. Visitation will be from 12:00 noon until service time. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the American Heart Association , Southeast Affiliate, Inc., P.O. Box 159, Destrehan, LA 70047-0159, 1-800-242-8721. To sign and view the Family Guestbook, please visit www.lakelawnmetairie.com. Times Picayune 04/22/2008 **************************************** 000216 DALY - Georgia Juanita Caraway Daly passed away on Saturday, April 12, 2008 at the age of 85. Wife of the late David Alfred Daly, Sr. Mother of Joyce Ann Spears and Judy Kay Leone and the late Quinton A. McWilliams, Jr. and Leon P. McWilliams, Sr. Mother-in-law of Dominick D. Leone, Sr. and Samuel A. Spears. Daughter of the late Mary Francis Boatwright Caraway and William J. Caraway. Also survived by 7 grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great- greatgrandchildren. Mrs. Daly previously worked at Dr. Haik Eye Clinic and was the owner of Hickory Seafood in New Orleans. 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, April 21, 2008 at 10:00 AM with visitation on Sunday evening from 6:00 PM until 8:00 PM and on Monday morning from 8:00 AM until 10:00 AM. Interment will follow in Lake Lawn Park Cemetery. To sign and view the Family Guestbook, please visit www.lakelawnmetairie.com. Times Picayune 04/19/2008 **************************************** 000217 DAMARE - Hilton Gilbert Damare, survived by beloved wife Margaret Hoss and children John/Dianne, Suzanne, William/Maria, Michelle/James Hessler, Christine. Also survived by 12 grandchildren, 1 great grandchild and sister Inez Maxwell. A Jesuit graduate w/ a Physics Degree from Loyola. Retired from NASA as a Control Systems Manager with many awards for his work on the Space Program. Funeral Wednesday 9AM at St. Brendan Church in Ormond, Beach FL. Times Picayune 04/8/2008. **************************************** 000218 DAMUKAITIS - Joseph B. Damukaitis passed away after a long illness. Survived by his beloved wife, Kaye Caldwell Damukaitis, a step-daughter, Allison (Scott) Jernigan, step- son Richard Caldwell and three grandchildren. Relatives and friends are invited to a visitation on Friday, April 4, 2008 from 10:00-11:00am at Mt. Olivet Episcopal Church, 530 Pelican Ave., N.O., LA 70114. Funeral Mass to follow at 11:00am. Donations in memory of Joseph Damukaitis can be made to Mt. Olivet Episcopal Church in lieu of flowers. Times Picayune 04/2/2008 **************************************** 000219 D'ANGELO - Errol Anthony D'Angelo passed away on Sunday, March 30, 2008 at 8:42 PM after a short battle with cancer. He was 70. Son of the late Anthony and Cleda Keller D'Angelo. Survived by his brother, Barry J. D'Angelo, sister-in-law Sandra Lombardo D'Angelo, his aunt Dellnott Keller Lochbaum, his nieces, Cristy D'Angelo Watson, Connie D'Angelo Bales and Cherie D'Angelo Bohnensteihl, his great- nieces Devin, Mallory and Maegan Watson, Emily Bohnenstiehl and his great nephews Eric and Tyler Bales. Also survived by a host of other relatives and friends. He was part owner of D'Angelo Seafood Restaurant in New Orleans and Kenner and was also employed by the Peppermill Restaurant. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Graveside Services at St. Louis #3 Cemetery, 3421 Esplanade Ave., New Orleans on Wednesday, April 2, 2008 at 1:00 PM. LAMANA-PANNO-FALLO in in charge of the arrangements. In lieu of flowers, make donations to the American Cancer Society in his name. Times Picayune 04/1/2008. **************************************** 000220 DANIELS - Cynthia Marie Daniels on Thursday, April 10, 2008 at Touro Infirmary. Beloved wife of Rev. Rainey Lee Daniels. Daughter of the late Sampson Banks and Mary L. Camel. Loving mother of Tonnette E. Netters, Nicole L. Metz, and Renee D. Daniels. Sister of Gilda M. Gales, Sherol A. Harris Deborah A. Matthews, Felton Frazier, Ronald, Ernest and Lloyd Camel. Godmother of Tremecha Rankin. Also survived by 11 grandchildren, 1 great grandchild, a devoted friend and neighbor Lori Broussard, and a host of other relatives and friends. Age 56. Relatives and friends, pastors, officers and members of Plymouth Rock B.C., True Vine B.C., Greater Bethel B.C. of San Marcos, TX, all neighboring churches, president, officers and members of Louisiana Freedmen Association, employees of Royal Sonesta Hotel, Sam's Club of TX, Ella Dolhonde Elem. School, all LA State employees and Touro Hospital 6th and 8th floors are invited to attend the homegoing celebration commemorating her life at Plymouth Rock B.C., 233 Hillary St. on Wednesday, April 16, 2008 for 10AM. Rev. Donald C. Jeanjacques, Sr. officiating. Church visitation Wednesday 8AM until hour of services. Entombment with ascending doves at Providence Cemetery. Professional Services Entrusted To Littlejohn Funeral Home 2163 Andry St. Cal K. Johnson-Manager Funeral Director Infomation: 940-0045 www.littlejohnfuneralhome.com Times Picayune 04/15/2008. **************************************** 000221 DANIELS - Della Alberta Daniels passed on Monday, April 22, 2008 in Slidell. The wife of Carl Daniels and mother of Nelwyn (Donald) Smooth, Tirrell Johnson and Duane Strauss. She was employed with Haspel Brothers for 27 years. She was a member of the Eastern Star in the N.O. area and a member of Asia Baptist Church under Reverend Zebedee Bridges. Preceded in death by her parents Richard and Isabell Cade, sister, Thelma Evans, brother, Richard Cade. The Celebration of her Homegoing will be held at Starlight Mission Baptist Church, 2100 Second St., Slidell, LA on April 26, 2008 at 11:00am. Interment at Porter's Cemetery in Slidell. Times Picayune 04/25/2008. **************************************** 000222 DAUNIS - Eugenie Louise Daunis, wife of the late Charles Ray Daunis, passed away on Sunday, April 6, 2008, at the age of 85. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Funeral Mass at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, April 12, 2008, at St. Matthew the Apostle Catholic Church, 10021 Jefferson Highway in River Ridge, Louisiana. Entombment will follow at Metairie Cemetery in New Orleans. Visitation will be held at Lake Lawn Metairie Funeral Home, 5100 Pontchartrain Boulevard in New Orleans, on Friday, April 11, 2008, from 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. A more detailed and specific obituary will follow in Friday's edition. To sign and view the Family Guestbook, please visit www.lakelawnmetairie.com Times Picayune 04/8/2008. **************************************** 000223 DAUNIS - Eugenie Louise Lassalle Daunis was born October 2, 1922, and died April 6, 2008, after a brief illness. Mrs. Daunis was predeceased by her husband of 53 years, Dr. Charles Ray Daunis, son-in-law Robert Manfred Scott, and daughter-in-law Valerie Kay Ivey-Daunis. She is survived by her twelve children, Eugenie Louise Daunis Licalzi (John Franklin Licalzi, Jr.), Charles Ray Daunis, Jr., Douglas Evans Daunis (Marylyn Louise Daunis), Paulette Daunis Scott Morgan (Todd Cullen Morgan), Dr. Mary Rose Daunis, Eugene Joseph Daunis (Cynthia Kay Daunis), Christine Marie Daunis, Dr. Mark Stephen Daunis (Mary Ann Daunis), Dr. Joan Theresa Daunis Hoffpauir, Judith Claire Daunis (Charles Michael Peuler), Daniel James Daunis (Dr. Miriam Ann Daunis), and Patricia Ann Daunis; 21 grandchildren; and 13 great-grandchildren. Mrs. Daunis was the only child of the late Eugene and Rose Lassalle of New Orleans. She graduated magna cum laude from the Loyola Music School in 1943, and was a gifted pianist. While attending Loyola she was President of Phi Beta, Treasurer of the Sophomore and Junior classes, and member of the Glee Club, Band, Thespians and Pan-Hellenic Council. She was also a member of the Third Order of Mount Carmel. While her husband, Dr. Daunis, served in the Pacific during World War II, she took on several music students whom she always remembered and spoke of often to her children. Mrs. Daunis was particularly fond of the music of Chopin and also enjoyed reading historical novels. Before early onset of macular degenerative disease took away her close vision, Mrs. Daunis was an avid bridge player and also loved to play Liverpool Rummy, known by the family as virus"". Her travels took her to every continent except Antarctica, and she was known for her colorful recollections of the numerous trips she and Dr. Daunis enjoyed together. Her most loved travel destinations were the American West and the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, which she never tired of visiting. Momma valued education and worked diligently to help her children through high school and college. She took a sincere interest in the careers and families of all of her children, and offered encouragement and guidance to each. Above all, Momma was a peacemaker. All who knew her will miss her kindness, wisdom, and gentle nature. Visitation will be held at Lake Lawn Metairie Funeral Home, 5100 Pontchartrain Blvd., New Orleans, on Friday, April 11, 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at St. Matthew the Apostle Catholic Church, 10021 Jefferson Highway in River Ridge, at 11:00 a. m. Saturday, April 12, with Rev. Nghiem Van Nguyen, Celebrant. Interment to follow at Metairie Cemetery. Memorials may be sent to the Dominican Nuns, Monastery of Our Lady of the Rosary, 335 Doat St., Buffalo, NY 14211. To sign and view the Family Guestbook, please visit www.lakelawnmetairie.com." Times Picayune 04/11/2008 **************************************** 000224 Davis - Charles James 'Lil Charles' Davis, age 17, was called home on Thursday, March 27, 2008. The Homegoing Celebration commemorating his life will be held on Friday, March 4, 2008 at 10:00a.m. at Greater Mount Rose Baptist Church, 1322 Simon Bolivar Blvd, Rev. Christopher Muse officiating. Visitation will be held from 9:00a.m. until time of service. He leaves to cherish his many precious memories; his father; Charles James Muse, Jr.; his stepmother Aleane Lepree Muse; three sisters Rah'sheka, Rhunesha Davis and Reva Heart; one brother Kendell Davis; three stepbrothers Wilmunim Lepree, Alfred Zeno and Brandon Williams a host of other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his mother; Charlene Davis. Interment and Rite Service at Providence Memorial Park 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 04/4/2008. **************************************** 000225 Davis - Ronald L. Davis on Tuesday, April 1, 2008 at University Hospital. Age 44. Husband of Janis Ellzey Davis. Father of Ronald and Justin Davis. Also survived by 3 sisters, 1 brother, 2 grandchildren, a host of other relatives and friends. Relatives and friends of the family, also employees of Roof-Tech Constranction are invited to attend a celebration of the life at Fifth Church Of God In Christ (Elder Warren Forster, Sr.), 3007 Law St., on Friday, April 11, 2008 at 11:00am, Elder Lee Barnes (United Temple Church Of God In Christ) Officiating. Interment Holt Cemetery. Services Entrusted To Louisiana Undertaking Company, Inc. 1449 N. Claiborne Avenue New Orleans, Louisiana 70116 (504) 945-2145 Jeffery K. Jenkins / Renard A. Boissiere Fatima B. Conner Directors Times Picayune 04/10/2008. **************************************** 000226 Davis - Sylvia J. Davis, a homemaker died on April 14, 2008 in Galesburg, IL, she was 60 years old and a lifelong resident of New Orleans who was displaced to Mary Allen West Tower in Galesburg, IL after Hurricane Katrina. Sylvia was educated in the New Orleans Public Schools and graduated while living in McKinnley, TX. For many years Sylvia worked as a Deputy Sheriff at Orleans Parish Prison. Left to cherish her memories are siblings, Leonard W. Shields Jr., Paris Davis, Joyce M. Quinn and Brenda S. Simmons, a host of nephews and nieces, cousins, other relatives and friends. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to celebrate Sylvia's life on Saturday, April 26, 2008 at Charbonnet-Labat-Glapion Funeral Home, 1615 St. Philip St. NOLA-10:00 AM. Interment Ellen Cemetery in Chalmette, LA. Visitation 8:30 AM in the Chapel of the Roses. Please sign the guest book on line at www.timespicayune.com . CHARBONNET-LABAT-GLAPION, Directors 581-4411 Times Picayune 04/25/2008. **************************************** 000227 Davis - Walter Oren Davis, Jr. was born April 30, 1946 and passed away Saturday, April 5, 2008. Walter was the loving father to his son Michael Davis along with his wife Mary; and his daughter Jamie along with her husband Helmut Kreutzer. He was also the adoring grandfather of Emma and Ben Davis. Walter was survived by his mother, Marjorie Davis; his sister Joyce Brown; and his two brothers Neal and John Davis. In his youth, Walter proudly served in the United States Navy on the USS Intrepid. Walter was a devoted Saints fan and avid fisherman. He also had a great love of his two Golden Retriever's Biscuit and Honey. Family and friends are invited to join in a Celebration of his Life on Saturday, April 12, 2008, from 1:00-4:00pm at L.A. Muhleisen & Son at 2607 Williams Blvd in Kenner. Times Picayune 04/10/2008. **************************************** 000228 Davison - Martin D. Davison passed away on Sunday, April 20, 2008. Age 47, a native of Bermerton, WA and a resident of Kenner for the past 2 years. Beloved husband of Irina Rovelo Davison. Father of Diana, Dwight and Daniel Davison. Son of Leona Franks and the late Horace Davison. Brother of Melissa Slaydon. 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 Friday, April 25, 2008 at 7:00 p.m. Visitation from 4:00 p.m. until time of service. Times Picayune 04/25/2008. **************************************** 000229 Dawson - William Joseph Dawson, age 86, resident and native of New Orleans, passed away on Wednesday, April 16, 2008 at the Chateau De Notre Dame Nursing Home. Former husband of Marjorie Sayas Dawson. Son of the late William Avila Dawson, Jr. and Corinne Josephine Tureaud. Beloved father of Keith Dawson, Kim Martin and Keila Dawson. Grandfather of Enjolie, Stacie, and Adam Dawson, Jonathan and Jeremy Martin, Kelsey and Connor Frenck. Great- grandfather of Isaac Martin-Beer and Joshua Kenneth Wade. Brother to Elva St. Amant and the late Selma Dawson, Vera Guesnon, Lillian Suane, Agnes Duplessis, and Emelda Houston. Father-in-law to Judy Saizan Dawson, and Robert Wilson Frenck, Also survived by many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Relatives, friends of the family and parishioners of Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church, St. Jude Shrine, are invited to attend the Mass of Christian Burial to be celebrated there on Saturday, April 26, 2008 at 10:00 am, Fr. Anthony F. Rigoli, celebrant. Internment at Metairie Cemetery, All Saints Mausoleum III, 2nd floor St. Joan of Arc alcove, 5100 Pontchartrain Blvd, New Orleans, LA 70124. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to St. Jude Shrine, 411 North Rampart St., New Orleans, LA 70112. LAKE LAWN METAIRIE FUNERAL HOME in charge of arrangements. To sign and view the Family Guestbook, please visit www.lakelawnmetairie.com. Times Picayune 04/25/2008. **************************************** 000230 De Hewlett - Ada Ligia Gomez Diottau de Hewlett, beloved, cherished mother and grandmother and devoted wife, died Sunday, March 30, 2008 surrounded by family in Austin, Texas. Born on July 8, 1917 in Mayaguez, Puerto Rico, Ada attended public school in Puerto Rico and Canada and acquired a bachelor's degree in English and French from the University of Puerto Rico. Ada began a professional career as a French high school teacher in Puerto Rico and later trained as an administrative secretary in New York City. During marriage, Ada cared for her family as a creative and energetic homemaker, seamstress, chef, taxi-driver, babysitter and companion. Family meant the entire world to her. Whether as a resident of Mobile - Alabama, San Juan - Puerto Rico, Houston - Texas, New Orleans or Slidell, Louisiana, she was a loyal, treasured neighbor and friend to hundreds who were always welcomed in her home. While in Slidell for over 40 years, she became a dedicated community activist for the Alzheimer's Association, Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) Women's Auxiliary, National Association of Retired Federal Employees (NARFE), Girl Scouts, American Red Cross, and a founding member of the Foreign Born Wives Club (FWBC). She is survived by husband, Ozell Hewlett, of 59 years, daughters, Dr. Michele Hewlett-Gomez and Jacqueline Hewlett Clifton, grandchildren, Jonathan Clifton, Stephen Clifton, Renee Hewlett-Blanchard, all of Austin, Texas. A brother, Dr. Herbert Gomez of Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic and sister, Guillermina Nadal of San Juan, Puerto Rico and numerous cousins, nephews, nieces, grandnephews and grandnieces, also survives her. She is preceded in death by parents, Hiram Gomez Cintron and Guillermina Diottau Guffain, brothers, René Gomez, Salvador Gomez, Hiram Gomez and sisters, Fedora Hau and Myrta Clyde. On Monday, April 21, 2008, a celebration of life will begin with visitation at 9:30 am followed by a mass at 11:00 am at St. Luke's Evangelist Catholic Church on 910 Cross Gates Blvd in Slidell. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in her name to the local FBWC, NARFE, VFW-Women's Auxiliary or Alzheimer's Association. Times Picayune 04/20/2008. **************************************** 000231 Dean - William Glen Dean, Jr., age 61, died Friday, April 11, 2008. He was a resident of Pascagoula, MS for the past two years and a life long resident of St. Bernard Parish, LA. Son of the late William G. Dean, Sr. and Josephine Camarata Dean. Former Husband of Maris Noel Dean. Father of Tiffany Dean Wiegand, William G. Dean III, Joseph P. Dean and the late Brigette L. Dean. Father-in-law of Conrad Wiegand, Jr. and Vanessa Esteves Dean. Grandfather of Conrad Wiegand III, Alyssa Dean and Dexter Dean. Step- grandfather of Torie Riggio. Brother of Larry J. Dean, Mary Dean Toucheque and the late Gregory P. Dean, Sr. He is also survived by nieces, nephews, family and friends. He was a United States Navy Veteran. A Memorial Service in his honor will be held Friday, April 18, 2008 at Our Lady of Prompt Succor Catholic Church from 10:00am to 11:00am followed by a Mass at 11:00am. Those unable to attend may express their condolences at www.obryantokeefe.com. Times Picayune 04/16/2008. **************************************** 000232 Degruy - Myrtle Standvik DeGruy passed away on Thursday, April 24, 2008. Beloved wife of the late Henry DeGruy. Mother of Rita Lopinto, Orin DeGruy, and Randy DeGruy. Sister of the late Karen Martin, Edith Mastio, Evelyn Humphreys, and Anne Rolland. Daughter of the late Nils and Anne Jobsen Standvik. Also survived by 14 grandchildren and 8 great grandchildren. Age 92 years. She was a member of the St. Agnes Altar Society. Mrs. DeGruy was a graduate of Sophie B. Wright. Relatives and friends are invited to attend a Funeral Mass from St. Christopher Catholic Church, 309 Manson Ave. in Metairie, on Saturday, April 26, 2008 at 10:30 AM. Interment in Hope Mausoleum. Visitation on Saturday, April 26, 2008 from 9:00 AM until 10:30 AM at St. Christopher Catholic Church. Garden of Memories Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. Information at (504)833-3786. Friends may sign the online guestbook at www.legacy.com. Times Picayune 04/25/2008 **************************************** 000233 Delatte - Dorothy Milto DeLatte passed away peacefully at her home April 15, 2008 from colon cancer at the age of 79. Beloved wife of the late Adrian J. DeLatte. Mother of Diane D. Finnan, Denise D. Peltier, Duane J. and Dale P. DeLatte. Daughter of the late Florence Guirovich Milto and Calvin P. Milto. Sister of Florence "Flo" Durel and the late Calvin J. "Bubba" Milto. Grandmother of Scott, Kerrie, Kelly, Katie, Kristy, Erik, Marc, Kirk, Jake, Heather, Wendy and Greg. Great-grandmother of Allison, Nicholas, Nathan and Ava. Also survived by her loving cousin Joyce L. Kelton. A native of New Orleans and a resident of Metairie for the past 52 years. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend Funeral Services. A Mass will be celebrated in the chapel of the Kenner Funeral Home of L.A. Muhleisen and Son, 2607 Williams Blvd., on Thursday, April 17, 2008 at 1:00 p.m. Friends may visit after 11:00 a.m. Interment in Greenwood Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests that donations be made to Guardian Hospice, 201 Evans Rd., Ste. 212, Jefferson, LA 70123. Times Picayune 04/16/2008 **************************************** 000234 Delatte - Theresa Michel Delatte on Tuesday, April 1, 2008 at 4:00 PM, age 88 years. Beloved wife of the late Ellis J. Delatte, Jr. Mother of Linda B. Marcade. Step mother of Eva Delatte Parent. Daughter of the late Amelia Werner Michel and Albert Michel. Sister of the late Selma M. Shane, Elizabeth M. Shane, Julia M. Irwin and Albert Michel, Jr. Grandmother of Zacharie John Marcade, Jr., (wife Brandi). Great-grandmother of Zacharie Victor Marcade. Also survived by nieces and nephews. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Funeral Mass at GREENWOOD FUNERAL HOME, 5200 Canal Blvd. (in Greenwood Cemetery), on Friday, April 4, 2008 at 1:00 PM. Interment will follow in Greenwood Cemetery. Visitation on Friday from 11:00 AM until service time. Times Picayune 04/3/2008. **************************************** 000235 Delaup - Mary Elizabeth "Betty" Elder Delaup, 89 years of age, passed away on Thursday, April 24, 2008 in Houston, Texas. Though born in New Orleans, Louisiana, Houston has been her home for 45 years. Mrs. DeLaup also spent many wonderful years in Jackson, Mississippi and Middletown, Ohio. Mrs. DeLaup was a member of the Catholic Charity Guild, Samuel Sorrell Chapter NSDAR, Lakeside Country Club, the Houston Symphony League, and the Opera Guild. She was active in volunteer work at Memorial City Hospital for many years. Mrs. DeLaup was preceded in death by her husband of 60 years, Lester Talbot "Pete" DeLaup, their first-born daughter Betty Lou DeLaup, her mother Henrietta McMillan Elder and her father William Henry Elder of New Orleans. Betty is survived by her sister Anne Blythe of Baton Rouge, Louisiana, her four children: Yvonne Elder Nickell (Jeff) of Sylvania, Ohio; Mary Elizabeth "Beth" Cash (Bill), Lester Talbot "Chip" DeLaup, Jr., and Henry McMillan "Mac" DeLaup (Tesa), all of Houston, Texas, as well as, ten grandchildren and four great grandchildren and many relatives and friends. We will forever miss this loving wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend. The family wishes to give special thanks to Ola Mae Jackson and Stella James for the love and devotion that they gave their mother throughout her care. A visitation will be held at Earthman Funeral Directors, 8303 Katy Freeway, Houston, TX from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., Monday, April 28, 2008. A Rosary Prayer Service will be held at 7:00 p.m. A Mass to celebrate a beautiful life is planned for 10:00 a.m., Tuesday, April 29, at St. Edith Stein Catholic Church, 3311 Fry Road, Katy, TX. Pall-bearers in attendance will be grandsons Michael Cash, Bradley DeLaup, Peter DeLaup, and Reid Muschalik, sons-in-law Bill Cash and Jeff Nickell, and friend Dr. Allen Kincheloe. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorial gifts be made to the Alzheimer's Society or Houston Hospice. Times Picayune 04/26/2008. **************************************** 000236 Delhommer - George Joseph Delhommer, Jr., age 83, passed away at his residence from prostate and bone cancer on Wednesday, April 23, 2008. Beloved husband of Marian Melancon Delhommer. Father of Jennifer Ledet Tassin and father-in-law of Arnold Tassin all of Westwego, LA. Grandfather of Shonty Tassin Schulze (Karl) of Myrtle Beach, SC and Shantelle Tassin of Marrero, LA. Proud great- grandfather of Lake and Landyn Schulze of Myrtle Beach, SC and Casside Parfait of Marrero, LA. Born August 18, 1924 in Vacherie, LA to the late Florence and George Joseph Delhommer, Sr. Brother of the late Willis Delhommer, Sr. (Gloria), Doris Delhommer David (Raymond Sr.), and Rodney Delhommer, Sr. (Elsie). Brother-in-law of Irene Melancon, Yvonne Melancon, the late Jessie Melancon, Elgin Melancon, Sr. (Iona), AnnaBelle Walker (Stanley), Norman Melancon, Sr. (Amalois), Harris Melancon, Jr. Mr. Delhommer proudly served his country during World War II in the United States Navy. Retired Master Body and Fender Repairman for Mossy Motors. Founding member of Banter Fraternity, member of New Orleans Golf Association, Dew Busters Golf Club, and a resident of Westwego, LA for 80 years. Relatives and friends of the family, also employees of JC Penny Lakeside and English Turn Country Club are invited to attend a Funeral Mass in the Chapel of MOTHE FUNERAL HOME, 7040 Lapalco Blvd., Marrero, LA on Saturday, April 26, 2008 at 11:00 AM. Interment Our Lady of Prompt Succor Mausoleum, West-wego, LA. Visitation will be Friday, April 25, 2008 from 6:00 PM until 10:00 PM and Saturday morning from 9:00 AM until Mass time. For funeral information, please call 366-4343. Times Picayune 04/25/2008 **************************************** 000237 Delhommer - John J. Delhommer, age 101, died peacefully on Friday, April 11, 2008 at Tangi Pines Nursing Home in Amite, LA. He was born in Vacherie, LA at Valcor Aime Plantation. Beloved husband of Juanita Rivero Delhommer. Also survived by his nephews Brother Edward Reggio and Buddy Lavergne; nieces Elma Lavergne and Susan Eccles; numerous other nieces and nephews, his sisters-in- law Elba Hickey, Louise Romero, Rose Rivero and Marina Cochrane (his special caregiver). Preceded in death by his parents Joseph Delhommer and Bernadette Guidry Delhommer; sisters Irma Pellerin, Marie Eccles, Beatrice Lavergne, Mazie Reggio and Mildred Wilkes; his brother Harold Delhommer and sister-in-law Norma Rivero who was his caregiver until her death. John was a Merchant Marine and a self-made man who travelled the world. The greater part of his life was spent working at Avondale Shipyards as a Boiler Design Specialist for ships from all over the world, a job he executed with great expertise. He also served faithfully in his ministries with the Gideon Bible Group, Ozanam Inn and at the Gretna Prison. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Funeral Mass at LAKE LAWN METAIRIE FUNERAL HOME, 5100 Pontchartrain Blvd. (in Metairie Cemetery), on Tuesday, April 15, 2008 at 11:00 a.m. Interment will follow in Lake Lawn Park Mausoleum. Visitation will begin at 9:00 a.m. Memorial donations may be made to the Richard Murphy Hospice, 16013 Halbert Lane, Hammond, LA 70403, (985) 230- 7620. To sign and view the Family Guestbook, please visit www.lakelawnmetairie. Times Picayune 04/13/2008. **************************************** 000238 Delhommer - Juanita Rivero Delhommer, age 78, entered eternal life on Friday, April 25, 2008 at Fidelis Residential Care Home. She was predeceased by her beloved husband John Delhommer; her parents, Amy and Jose Tomas Rivero; her sisters Norma and Janice Rivero; brothers Joseph and Carlos Rivero; step-brother Julian Romero. Juana was a native of Belize, Central America and a resident of Harahan since 1971. She received her education at St. Catherine Academy and St. John's College Extension, Belize. She continued her education at Soule-business College in New Orleans. Juana worked for many years in sales at James Brodie & Co., Belize. This love of sales continued in New Orleans at D.H. Holmes where she worked in the needlework department as a sales person and instructor. She continued in this field working in Sampling for Sales where she met many people from different walks of life doing what she enjoyed most. Juanita is survived by her sisters; Louise Rivero Romero, Marina Rivero Cochrane, Elba Rivero Hickey, Sr., Rose Rivero, R.S.M.; step-brother John Romero; and many nieces and nephews. Special thanks to Gwen, Latoya, and Karen of Fidelis Residential Care Home and Hospice Care of Louisiana. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend a Memorial Mass at 11:00am at St. Ann's Church, 2601 Transcontinental, Metairie, LA, on Wednesday, April 30, 2008. Visitation 10:00 am to 11:00 am. Memorial donations may be made to St. Catherine Academy Building Fund, P.O. Box 1891, Belize City, Belize, Central America. Times Picayune 04/29/2008. **************************************** 000239 Deluca - Don Lou "Donna" Burgau DeLuca passed away on Monday, April 07, 2008. Beloved wife of the late Carroll Frank DeLuca. Mother of Karen DeLuca Ribaul and Jill DeLuca- DiMarco (Ricky). Daughter of the late Virginia Landry Burgau and Christy Donald Burgau. Sister of Christy Burgau, Jr., Betty LaChute, and the late Clancy Matherne. Grandmother of Matthew Ribaul and Kalli DiMarco. Age 69 years, a native of Algiers, and a resident of Marrero, LA for the past 12 years. Relatives and Friends of the Family, also employees of the Office of Family Support are invited to attend a Mass of Christian Burial at MOTHE FUNERAL HOME, 2100 Westbank Expressway, Harvey, LA on Thursday, April 10, 2008 at 11 AM. Interment Westlawn Memorial Park Cemetery, Gretna, LA. Parlors will be open Wednesday evening from 6 PM until 10 PM and on Thursday morning from 8 AM until Funeral Time. For funeral information call 366-4343. Times Picayune 04/8/2008 **************************************** 000240 Deluca - Patrick Salvador DeLuca, a native of New Orleans, passed away on Saturday, April 12, 2008 at the age of 53. Son of the late Rose Jaconne DeLuca and Joseph DeLuca, Sr.; brother of Joseph DeLuca Jr., Mary Ann Grau, Francis DeLuca, and the late Camilla DeLuca; also survived by nieces, nephews, great nieces and great nephews. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Funeral Mass to be celebrated in the Chapel of Jacob Schoen and Son Funeral Home, 3827 Canal Street at N. Scott, on Friday, April 18, 2008 at 1:00 P.M. Visitation will begin at 10:00 A.M. Interment will be in Lake Lawn Mausoleum. Guest book may be signed online at www.legacy.com. Times Picayune 04/17/2008. **************************************** 000241 Denegre - George Denegre died on Wednesday, March 19, 2008. Age 84 years. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend a Memorial Service at LAKE LAWN METAIRIE FUNERAL HOME CHAPEL, 5100 Pontchartrain Blvd. (in Metairie Cemetery), on Saturday, April 26, 2008 at 11:00 AM. Visitation Saturday morning from 9:00 AM until funeral time. Interment will be private. To view and sign the family guest book, visit www.lakelawnmetairie.com. Times Picayune 04/23/2008. **************************************** 000242 Derby - Virginia Hardin Derby, preceded in death by her husband Roger Barton Derby, was the daughter of the late Jefferson Davis Hardin, Jr., and Hazel Scott Hardin. She is survived by her two daughters, Bessie Kidder Derby (Mrs. Stephen Walter Miller), and Ms. Virginia Derby Jordan; three granddaughters, Elizabeth Townsend Derby (Mrs. William Earl Belser); Townsend Derby Jordan and Whitney Crowninshield Jordan; and two great-grandchildren, Derby Elizabeth Belser and William George Belser. Mrs. Derby was the sister of the late Julia Hardin Kuntz (Mrs. Emile N. Kuntz) and the late Hazel Hardin Kolb, (Mrs. Guy Carlton Kolb). Memorial services will be held Wednesday, April 9, 2008, at Trinity Episcopal Church, 1329 Jackson Ave., with visitation at 10:00 am, and services at 11:00 am. Interment will follow in Metairie Cemetery. In lieu of flowers donations in memory of Mrs. Derby may be sent to Trinity Episcopal Church - Katrina Recovery, 1329 Jackson Ave. NOLA 70130. LAKE LAWN METAIRIE FUNERAL HOME in charge of arrangements. Times Picayune 04/6/2008 **************************************** 000243 Desselle - Earl P. Desselle passed away on Monday, March 31, 2008. He was a lifelong resident of St. Bernard Parish where he was a Civil Engineer. Survivors include his five children, Barbara Trumbaturi, Billie Pareti, Dean Desselle, Betty Glissman and Bonnie Desselle; three sons-in- law, Wayne Trumbaturi, Joseph Pareti and John Glissman, III; seven grandchildren, Brad (Hope) and Angela Trumbaturi; Paul and Jon Angelo; John IV (Tina) and Travis Glissman, and Kristie Garrison (Jason); eight great grandchildren; and three sisters, Gertrude Chimento, Gloria Roy and Sylvia Miccio. Mr. Desselle was preceded in death by his parents, Albert and Ina Desselle. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Memorial Service at LAKE LAWN METAIRIE FUNERAL HOME CHAPEL, 5100 Pontchartrain Blvd., on Saturday, April 5, 2008 at 11:00 AM. Visitation will begin at 9:00 AM. Donations may be made to St. Joseph Hospice, 8923 Bluebonnet Blvd., Baton Rouge, LA 70810. To sign and view the Family Guestbook, please visit www.lakelawnmetairie.com. Times Picayune 04/4/2008. **************************************** 000244 Dew - LaJania Nicole Dew on Thursday, March 27, 2008 entered into eternal rest. Survived by: mother, Eugenia Hudson; father, William Dew; 2 brothers: Eugene Hudson and William Dew; grandmothers: Jane Hudson and Rose C. Dew; great-grandmother, Lillie B. Quinn; a host of other relatives and friends. Preceded in death by: grandfathers: Eugene Watson and Roland S. Dew; and great-grandfather, Walter E. Quinn. Funeral Services on Wednesday, April 2, 2008 at 10:00 a.m. at Spain Street Church of God in Christ, 1017 Spain St. Visitation on Wednesday beginning at 9:00 a.m. at the above named Church. Officiated by Elder Johnny Montgomery. Final resting place: Restlawn Cemetery. Relatives and friends; pastor, officers and members of Spain St. C.O.G.I.C.; Resurrection of Our Lord School; employees of Popeye's, McDonald's, Tulane Hospital, ILA Local 3000, Best Western, Unity Home Health and Maloney's are invited to attend services. Professional service entusted to GASKIN- SOUTHALL-GORDON & GORDON MORTUARY 1225 N. Rampart Street, N.O., LA Information: (504) 566-9000 Times Picayune 04/1/2008. **************************************** 000245 Di Giovanni - Angela Pedalino Di Giovanni passed away on Wednesday, April 9th, 2008 at a local hospital surrounded by her family. She was 72 years old. A native of Palermo, Italy and a resident of Metairie, LA. Beloved wife of Paolo Di Giovanni. Mother of Marisa Morehead and James Morehead, Paula Harrell and Wally Harrell, Daughter and best friend Dina Di Giovanni, Marina D. Wilson and Darin Wilson, Gabriella Di Giovanni. Grandmother of Ryan Morehead and wife Jessica, Cody Breaux, Alyson Morehead, Christopher Di Giovanni, Antonio Martinez, Laci Martinez, Great-grandmother of Lydia Grace Morehead. Sister of Rose Di Giovanni, Maria Pia Citati, Frank Pedalino, Iole Messina, Sylvia Pitici Jo Guiseppa (Josie) Favmer and the late Cataldo Pedalino, Anthony Pedalino, Joseph Pedalino and Giovanna Vedros. The relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the Catholic Service on Friday afternoon, April 11, 2008 at 1:00 pm at the GARDEN OF MEMORIES FUNERAL HOME 4900 Airline Dr. Metairie, LA 70001. Visitation will begin at 10:00am until service time. For information please call (504)833- 3786. Please visit the online obituary and guestbook at www. MEM.com. Times Picayune 04/11/2008 **************************************** 000246 Dickson - Barbara Whitley Dickson, born February 5, 1944, passed away Saturday, April 12, 2008, at Ochsner Foundation Hospital in New Orleans, LA. Barbara is preceded in death by her father the late Captain H.C. Whitley and her mother, the late Marvelle Lally Whitley, both of New Orleans, LA. Barbara, a native of New Orleans, LA, moved to Independence, LA when she married her husband, Salvador Dickson of Independence, to whom she was married to for forty-three years. She is survived by her husband, Salvador Dickson; her three children, Karl Dickson of Severn, MD, Shawn Dickson of Hammond, LA, and Kristine Dickson of New Orleans, LA; her four grandchildren, Hilary Dickson, Lance Dickson, Miles Miller-Dickson, and Bryce Miller-Dickson; and one great-grandchild, Aaron Stewart. She is also survived by her two sisters Pamela Catalanello of New Orleans, LA and Cynthia Whitley of Phillips, WI. Barbara recently retired her position as Office Manager of the Hammond Dept. of Motor Vehicles in 2007 after thirty years. Visitation will be Tuesday, April 15, 2008, at Harry McKneely & Son Funeral Home in Hammond from 6-9 p.m., and on Wednesday, April 16th after 8 a.m. until 9:45 a.m., A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at Mater Dolorosa Catholic Church in Independence at 10:30 a.m., with Fr. Chris Romaine, O. P., Celebrant. Interment will follow at the Colonial Cemetery Mausoleum. Thank you to all our family and friends for their many prayers and continued support. All family and friends are invited to join in the services with us. An on-line guestbook is available at: www.harrymckneely.com. Times Picayune 04/14/2008. **************************************** 000247 Dicrispino - Fannie Lee DiCrispino passed away on Thursday, April 17, 2008 at the age of 89. Beloved wife of the late Vincent DiCrispino, Jr. Devoted mother of Rose Caprera (Michael) and the late James DiCrispino. Devoted grandmother of Angela Dixon (Nathan) and great-grandmother of Hannah and Caden Dixon. She was preceded in death by her parents Mary Mitchell and William R. Lee; husband Vincent DiCrispino, Jr; infant son James DiCrispino; sisters May Seal, Bessie Malidin, Grace Lee, Lula Clouet, and twin sister Annie Barr; brothers Henry Lee, Arthur Lee, Walter Lee, and Columbus Lee. She is survived by her daughter, granddaughter, great-grand-children, sister Claudia Buras and brothers Jay Lee and Robert Lee. She was a native of Mississippi and resident of Pumpkin Center, LA. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the Funeral Services at LAKE LAWN METAIRIE FUNERAL HOME CHAPEL, 5100 Pontchartrain Blvd. (in Metairie Cemetery) on Saturday, April 19, 2008 at 12:00 noon. Visitation Saturday morning from 10:00 AM until funeral time. Interment will follow in Lake Lawn Park Cemetery. To view and sign the family guest book, please visit www.lakelawnmetairie.com. Times Picayune 04/18/2008. **************************************** 000248 Digeorge - Patricia Miller DiGeorge, age 81 years, died in Alexandria, VA on Sunday, March 30, 2008. Wife of the late Ignatius J. DiGeorge and by first marriage to the late Albert John Miller. Mother of Elizabeth Miller Copps, Susan Miller Rodriguez and Patricia Miller Uchello. Step- mother of Suzanne DiGeorge Ward. Mother-in-law of Dr. Michael J. Copps, Dr. Fred H. Rodriguez Jr., Carlo A. Uchello Jr. and Raymond Ward. Grandmother of Robert E. Copps, Elizabeth Von Hagen, Dr. Alison Heffernan, Dr. Fred H. Rodriguez III, Michael A. Copps, Kathryn Rodriguez, Virginia Uchello, David Rodriguez, Jean-Pierre Uchello, William Copps and Claire Copps. Great grandmother of Samuel Von Hagen, Robert Ignatius Von Hagen, Grace Copps, Ava Heffernan and Molly Heffernan. Sister of Gerald Shields, Sr. and the late Jane Weisfeld Furse. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the Funeral Mass from St. Agnes Catholic Church, 3310 Jefferson Hwy. on Friday, April 4, 2008 at 11:00 AM. Visitation on Friday, April 4, 2008 from 10:00 to 11:00 AM at the church. Interment in Lakelawn Mausoleum. Mrs. DiGeorge will be remembered as a loving mother, grandmother, wife, aunt and friend. She was a longtime devoted member of St. Agnes Conference, St. Vincent de Paul Society and a member of New Orleans Mensa. In lieu of flowers, donations to St. Agnes Conference of St. Vincent de Paul Society are suggested. THARP-SONTHEIMER-THARP of Metairie in charge of arrangements. Information: (504) 835- 2341. Times Picayune 04/3/2008. **************************************** 000249 Dinapolis - Caroline "Carrie" Kaes Dinapolis passed away on Saturday, April 12, 2008 at the age of 85. She was the cherished wife of the late Joseph Dinapolis. Loving mother of Brenda D. Oser and the late Joseph K. Dinapolis. Daughter of the late Marceline Portelo Kaes and Charles Kaes. Sister of the late Charles Kaes. Proud grandmother of Craig Oser and Kelly Oser. Carrie was a native of New Orleans and a longtime resident of St. Bernard Parish prior to Hurricane Katrina, where she enjoyed her membership in T.O.P.S. LA 211 and the Grandmother's Club at Our Lady of Prompt Succor Church. She will be forever remembered as a loving and loyal wife, mother, grandmother and sister who treasured her family. Relatives and friends are invited to attend a memorial gathering to be held at OUR LADY OF PROMPT SUCCOR CHURCH, 2320 Paris Road, Chalmette, LA on Saturday, April 19th, 2008 from 9:30AM - 11:00AM. A Memorial Mass will begin at 11:00AM. In lieu of flowers, please consider a charitable donation to the National Kidney Foundation at 800-622-9010. To view and sign the Family Guestbook, please visit www.stbernardmemorial.com. Times Picayune 04/17/2008 **************************************** 000250 Donnelly - Ronald C. Donnelly, Sr., age 73, died on Tuesday, April 02, 2008 at 4:30 AM. Beloved husband of Jacquelyn Bourg Donnelly. Father of Ronald Donnelly, Jr., husband of Cindy; Linnel Donnelly Collard, wife of Kelvin; and the late Glenn Donnelly. Son of the late Thelma Chaplain Donnelly and Robert Donnelly. Brother of Robert Donnelly, Jr., Elaine LeBlanc, Antoinette Bencsek, Gail Khairallah, and the late Frances Reis. Grandfather of Dana Dussang, Robin Morvant, Joy Donnelly, Travis Collard and Sam Collard. Great grandfather of Hailey, Damon, Marissa, and Gavin. Relatives and friends are invited to attend a visitation to be held at St. Bernard Memorial Funeral Home, 701 W. Virtue Street, Chalmette, LA, on Friday, April 4, 2008 from 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM. A funeral Mass will begin in the Chapel at 1:00 PM followed by cremation. Metairie Crematory. Inurmnent in St. Bernard Memorial Gardens. Times Picayune 04/3/2008. **************************************** 000251 Dooley - Bertrand Paul Dooley, Jr. 1937 - 2008 On Tuesday, April 1, 2008, Bertrand Paul Dooley, Jr. passed away at Atlanta VA Medical Center. Bert was born to Eunice Boudreaux Dooley and Bertrand Paul Dooley, Sr. Nov. 20, 1937 in Baldwin, LA. Bert graduated from New Iberia High in 1955 and from Louisiana State University in 1961. He was a proud member of the R.O.T.C. Pershing Rifles team and later served his country in the U.S. Army during the Berlin Crisis. Bert was a computer specialist working for several major companies including T.J. Moran Publishing, Community Coffee, and Scott Chotin Tugboat Industries. Bert was a good husband (married to Merle Martin Dooley for 35 years), father, and grandfather. Bert was a good man - steady as he goes! He is survived by his two sisters; Jeanell Bratton and Pat Merritt; and his three children: Michael Dooley, Brian Dooley, and Erin Dooley Wagner who provided loving care for her father at her home for 14 years. Bert had eight grandchildren: Justin Walls, Kayla Aparicio, Whitney Wagner, Austen Dooley, Anna Dooley, Payton Dooley, Jordyn Dooley and Thomas Dooley. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to American Cancer Society or a charity of your choice. Times Picayune 04/5/2008. **************************************** 000252 Doris - Henrietta Doris died on April 20, 2008. Daughter of the late Willie and O'Deal Roussell Doris. Mother of Judy Doris. Grandmother of Kirby Doris. Devoted friend of Sister Clare Thomas. She is also survived by other relatives and friends. Relatives and friends of the family, also priest and parishioners of Holy Ghost Catholic Church are invited to attend the Mass of Christian Burial on Tuesday, April 29, 2008 at Holy Ghost Catholic Church, 2015 Louisiana Ave., at 10:00 A.M. Visitation will begin at 9:00 A.M. Celebrant Father David Theroux, S.S.E. Interment: Providence Park Cemetery. Arrangements by D.W. Rhodes Funeral Home, 1716 N. Claiborne Ave. Please visit our website www.rhodesfuneral.com to sign the guest book. Times Picayune 04/28/2008. **************************************** 000253 Dorsey - Lela B. Johnson Cotton Dorsey, passed away on Sunday, April 20, 2008. Loving mother of Mary C. Johnson, Norma L. Jones, Gerogia L. Green, Gregory J. Dorsey, Karen S. Dorsey-Jenkins, Chester J. Dorsey, Edward Dorsey and Tini L. Lewis. Daughter of the late Mager and Learlee Berry Johnson. Sister of Eva Nell Coleman, Mae Nell Benson, Naijah Adu-Bakr and Vera Lynn Collins. Also survived by 15 grandchildren, 30 great grandchildren and a host of other relatives and friends. Age 82. Relatives and friends of the family, also Pastors, officers and members of Beautiful Zion B.C. of Algiers, St. Mathews B.C. of Denham Springs, LA, New Zion B.C. and Midway B.C. all Denham Spring, LA are invited to attend Funeral Services on Tuesday, April 29, 2008 at 11:00AM at Beautiful Zion Baptist Church, 1017 Elmira Ave, Algiers. Rev. James R. Williams, officiating. Visitation will begin at 9:00AM. Interment in McDonoghville Cemetery, Gretna, LA. Professional Service Entrusted To Murray Henderson Funeral Home 1209 Teche Street Algiers Times Picayune 04/28/2008. **************************************** 000254 Doucet - Eddie A. Doucet passed away on Wednesday, April 2, 2008, at East Jefferson General Hospital following a brief illness. He was 83 years of age. He was the Beloved husband of Fay E. Doucet. He is also survived by daughter Marla Corpora and husband Joseph Corpora; son David E. Doucet, and step-son Jack H. Crawford, Jr. of San Diego, CA. The surviving grandchildren are Mindy, Spencer and Miller Doucet, and step-grandson Jackie H. Crawford III of Atlanta, GA. He was the brother-in-law of Johnny and Kathy Edwards of Baton Rouge. He was preceded in death by his first wife, Bettie Hofsteader Doucet; brother Earl J. Doucet; mother Yola Provenzano Palmisano and step-father Joseph Palmisano. He was born September 3, 1924, in New Orleans and became a lifelong resident of Jefferson Parish in the 1940's. He was a member of the 1942 graduating class of Jefferson High School. He served in the 1567th Engineer Depot Company of the U.S. Army during World War II. Following his discharge from the Army he returned to International Harvester as Zone Manager. He resigned in 1953 to become owner/partner of Doucet Brothers Construction Company. While remaining in the construction business for 40 years, he also opened a hardware store, a real estate company and a travel agency. He retired from all of these ventures in 1994. In 1972 he was elected State Representative of District 78 and served in the legislature for 16 years. In 1988 he was appointed by Governor Romer to serve as Executive Director of the Louisiana State Licensing Board for Contractors and held that position for four years. He was a member of the American Legion, VFW Post 267, River Ridge-Harahan Kiwanis Club, and the Greater New Orleans Italian Cultural Society. He was a past president of the Jefferson Rod and Gun Club, served as president of Corporation Twenty-Five Investment Club, served on the Board of Directors of the Jefferson Council on Aging, the Advisory Board of Jefferson Beautification, Inc., on the Board for Jefferson Economic Development Commission (JEDCO), and was a long time member and served on the Board of Colonial Country Club. He was an avid golfer. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the visitation and funeral service at LAKE LAWN METARIE FUNERAL HOME, 5100 Pontchartrain Blvd. Visitation will be held on Sunday, April 6, from 6 pm to 8 pm and again on Monday, April 7, from 11 am until 1 pm. Funeral services begin at 1 pm. Interment will be private. To sign and view the Family Guestbook, please visit www.lakelawnmetairie.com. Memorial donations may be made to Cancer Crusaders, P. O. Box 7911, Metairie, LA 70010-7911; Ladies Leukemia League, P.O. Box 9355, Metairie, LA 70055-9355; Jefferson Beautification, Inc., P.O. Box 10658, Jefferson, LA 70181- 0658. Times Picayune 04/5/2008. **************************************** 000255 Drago - Dorothea Stengle Drago, age 93, of New Orleans passed away on April 3, 2008 at her home. Wife of the late Jacob Drago. Daughter of the late Joseph G. Stengle and Catherine Scheiderer. Sister of the late Shirley C., Thomas G. Sr., Albert J., Sr., Joseph C. Stengle, Sr. and sister-in-law of the late Evelyn B. Stengle. She was a survivor of the 1927 flood and lost a house during Hurricane Betsy in 1965. She escaped Katrina's floodwaters when she was evacuated first by boat and then lifted to a helicopter in a basket at the age of 91. She is survived by her loving sister Anita C. Stengle, sisters-in-law Dorothy C. Stengle, Ruth R. Stengle, cousin Francis T. Abraham, cousin Emma Littleton, many nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Relatives and friends are invited to attend Funeral Services at Schoen Funeral Home, 3827 Canal St., on Monday, April 7, 2008 at 1:00 PM. Visitation will be from 10:00 AM until the service. Interment will be in Carrollton Cemetery. Special thanks to Dell, Eboni and Gilda. The online guest book is available at www.mem.com Times Picayune 04/6/2008. **************************************** 000256 Drake - Joseph F. Drake, Jr., age 79, left this world on April 2, 2008 to go to that big fishing hole in the sky. He leaves behind his spouse, Hawaii "Mata" Drake, his daughters, Denise Drake, Roxann Voltolina, April Winn, and his late son Clarence "Pookie" Montecino, his sons-in-law Michael Voltolina and Don Winn, two brothers John Drake and Kirk Drake, along with his grandchildren, Heather, Michael, Darin, Donnie and Kim and great grandchildren, DJ, Katelynn, Isabella, Karley, Briana, and Zachary with whom he was able to tell all how much he loved them and gave them the gift to return the love. Thanks to all his wonderful nurses at Guardian for their compassion and caring that was given. He will be sadly missed by all. He was a Marine Veteran of the Korean War and a retiree of Sears Roebuck & Co. He was an avid tennis player, fisherman, and sportsman. He leaves us all with so many treasured memories of how loving he was, which many family members shared with him over the past few days. Even in dying he was thinking of others when he chose to donate his body to science for research. Family and friends are invited to attend a Memorial Service at Schoen Funeral Home, 3827 Canal Street, New Orleans, LA, on Saturday, April 5, 2008. Visitation with the family will be for 9:00 a.m., with a Memorial Mass beginning at 9:30 a.m. In lieu of flowers, the family has asked that donations be made in his name to the National Ataxia Foundation or your local Parkinson's research foundation. Times Picayune 04/4/2008. **************************************** 000257 Driscoll - Father John P. Driscoll, S.J., a member of the New Orleans Province, departed this life on the morning of April 20, 2008 at the Jesuit Infirmary (Ignatius Residence) in New Orleans, LA. He was 88 years of age: a Jesuit for 69 years and a priest for 55 years. Fr. Driscoll was born on April 17, 1920, in Beverly, MA, where he attended elementary and high school. He joined the Society of Jesus on August 14, 1938 at St. Charles College in Grand Coteau, LA. He studied philosophy at Spring Hill College Mobile, AL and Theology at St Mary's College, St. Mary's, KS. He did special studies at Yale University, New Haven, CT and Rathfarnum Castle, Dublin, Ireland. He was ordained a priest on June 19, 1952. Fr. Driscoll taught English at Jesuit high schools in Tampa, Fl and Dallas, TX, and he taught English at Loyola University New Orleans, LA; Spring Hill College Mobile, AL; Loyola University, Chicago, ILL. Fr. Driscoll was preceded in death by his parents, Patrick William Driscoll and Jenny Sullivan Driscoll, one brother, Dennis Driscoll, and one sister, Anna Driscoll and is survived by one brother, Eugene Driscoll of Springvale, ME. A wake service will be held at Ignatius Residence, 6321 Stratford Place in New Orleans, LA on Tuesday, April 22, 2008 from 7:30 PM-8:30PM. The Funeral Mass will be celebrated at Ignatius Residence on Wednesday, April 23, 2008 at 9 AM, followed by burial at Jesuit Cemetery at Spring Hill College, Mobile, AL. In recognition of Father Driscoll's service as a Jesuit and a priest, donations may be sent to "The Jesuits," 710 Baronne St., Suite B, New Orleans, LA 70113. Arrangements by Jacob Schoen and Son Funeral Home Times Picayune 04/22/2008 **************************************** 000258 Driscoll - Malvern Francis Driscoll, age 89, died on Tuesday, March 25, 2008. Beloved husband of the late Helen Daley Driscoll. Father of Patricia and Douglas Driscoll. Grandfather of Regina Trigg and Collin Driscoll. Mr. Driscoll proudly served as a WOJG in the U.S. Army during World War II with the 788th Technical School Squadron AAF as a Motor Transportation Officer. He was stationed in France and Korea. He was a graduate of Jesuit High School and Loyola University Law School. He became a Certified Public Accountant in 1946 and an Attorney in 1950. Private services were held at Lake Lawn Metairie Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, Masses are preferred. To sign and view the Family Guestbook, please visit www.lakelawnmetairie.com. Times Picayune 04/1/2008. **************************************** 000259 Dubroca - Patrick Neil DuBroca, age 24, a resident of Kenner, La., died early Sunday morning, April 6, 2008 due to injuries sustained from a tragic car accident. A student at the University of New Orleans needing two semesters to graduate. Employed at Papa Johns Pizza. Patrick, a 2002 graduate of Grace King High School. Member of the National Honor Society, Grace King Prep Quiz Bowl Team Member, Member of Who's Who in America National Academic Game Participant Presidents Education Awards Program for Outstanding Academic Achievement. While you my baby, my son is no longer with me or us and we can no longer hold and hug you in our arms, Somewhere in this empty space that is left behind, I and we will find solace knowing that you my only son, brother, whom I love so dearly and passionately is Safe in God's loving arms. You will be sadly missed by those who love and adore you, and whose lives you have touched and will continue to touch for the remainder of our lives as well. Patrick's legacy will live on forever. He is survived by his Father Pat DuBroca and his fiancee Janice Rodrigue, Mother Inez Dubroc, Stepfather Martin Dubroc, Sister Francesca Nicole DuBroca, beloved stepmother Belinda Devries, Brothers Brent and Bandon Dubroc, Uncle Stanley DuBroca, Aunt Joan DuBroca, Grandmother Shirley Tinney DuBroca, Aunt Irma Tinney DuBroca, Grandparents Yvonne and Ronald Kerner, Aunts Sue Ponthieux, Carol Becnel, Mary Guidry, Uncles Timmy, Tommy and Michael Kerner and many relatives and friends. The relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the funeral services at The GARDEN OF MEMORIES FUNERAL HOME CHAPEL, Tuesday, April 15, 2008 at 1 p.m. Burial will be in the GARDEN OF MEMORIES CEMETERY. Visitation will be on Monday from 5 p.m. until 10 p.m. and after 9 a.m. till time of services on Tuesday. Please visit Patrick's online obituary and guestbook at www.mem.com. Times Picayune 04/11/2008 **************************************** 000260 Duet - Ferris J. Duet, Sr. passed away on Friday, April 18, 2008. Beloved husband of the late Frances Cartozzo Duet. Son of the late Donatien Duet and Emily Callais Duet. Father of Deacon Ferris J. Duet, Jr. (wife Sally), Gerald J. Duet (wife Cynthia), Gloria Duet Bruce (husband Dickey) and Patricia Duet Melancon (husband Dennis). Brother of Louis Duet (wife Carmellite). Special friend of Sarah Druen. Preceded in death by 12 brothers and 7 sisters. Grandfather to 10 Grandchildren and 18 Great Grandchildren. Mr. Duet was a member of the Holy Name Society, St. Julian Eymard Church where he was a former Cantor, Mardi Gras Chorus, Third Order of Mary and retired NARFE. He was also a recipient of the Order of St. Louis Metal from the New Orleans Archdiocese. Age 93 years. A native of Cutoff, LA and a resident of Algiers, LA. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the Mass of Christian Burial at St. Julian Eymard Catholic Church, 2701 Lawrence Street, Algiers, LA, on Tuesday, April 22, 2008 at 1PM. Interment in Restlawn Park Cemetery, Avondale, LA. Visitation at MOTHE FUNERAL HOME, 1300 Vallette Street, Algiers, LA, on Tuesday from 9AM until 12:30PM. Information: 504-366-4343 Times Picayune 04/21/2008. **************************************** 000261 Duffy - Gowan John Patrick Duffy, a Retired N.O.P.D. Major and World War II Army Veteran, passed away on Saturday, March 29, 2008 at the age of 87. He is survived by his beloved wife, Vera LaBella Duffy, four children, Mark D. Duffy and his wife Susan, Terrence J. Duffy and his wife Licia, Katherine Duffy Partlan and her husband Daniel, and Cheryl A. Duffy, 9 grandchildren, and one great grandchild. Mr. Duffy was preceded in death by a sister, Verna Duffy Taminello, his parents and a grandson. After retirement from the Police Dept., Mr. Duffy was a supervisor with the LA. Dept. of Motor Vehicles and most recently volunteered at the National D-Day Museum. He was a native of New Orleans and a resident of Kenner, LA. Relatives and friends are invited to attend a visitation at Jacob Schoen and Son Funeral Home, 3827 Canal Street at N. Scott, on Thursday, April 3, 2008 between the hours of 5:00 P.M. and 9:00 P.M. with a Prayer Service at 8:00 P.M. Donations to the National D-Day Museum, preferred. Guest book may be signed online at www.legacy.com. Times Picayune 04/2/2008. **************************************** 000262 Dufrene - Jeanette Anne Esta Dufrene, born on August 23, 1948, departed this life to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Thursday, April 24, 2008 at 1:15 AM. Jeanette was a loving, caring and devoted mother to her three children: Chef Darla Dufrene, (husband, Wilbert); James G. Dufrene, Jr. and Cristy L. Montrel, (husband, Chef Sidney Montrel). She was the devoted and loving grandmother of Makia, Kelci, Alicia, Dustin, Christian, Chianne', Chaz, Lacey, Courtney, Destiny, T-James, Brandon, Shannon, Joshua, Jordan, Vlain, Michael, Aurelia, Jeremiah and Juliette. She was the beloved great-grandmother of Duran, Jr., Duke, Dukarius, Kaysia, and Kai. Daughter of the late Elvira Matherne and Norman Esta. Sister of Norma Palmature, Chris Esta, Cathy Bowers, Terry Dupre, Becky Blackwell and the late Michael J. Esta and Sara Esta. Jeanette also leaves to mourn her devoted cousins, Linda and Barry Perque; devoted friends, Douglas Hunter, Jr., Mrs. Gilda Robertson, Myrtle Weigel and Sandra Heurion. Relatives, friends of the family, employees of Montrel's Bistro and Dollar General Stores, members of City Cathedral and Bible Tabernacle are invited to attend the Visitation at WESTSIDE/LEITZ-EAGAN FUNERAL HOME, 5101 Westbank Expressway, Marrero, LA on Monday, April 28, 2008 beginning at 10:00 AM. The celebration of Jeanette's life and home going will begin at 12:00 PM. Interment will follow in Holy Sanctified Cemetery, Westwego. For information, call 341-9421. Times Picayune 04/27/2008. **************************************** 000263 Dugars - Brandon K. Dugars on Sunday, April 13, 2008. Beloved son of Annette Minter and Edward Buckner. Stepson of Claude Minter and Nykia Buckner. Loving father of Brandi K. Dugars. Fiancee of Elisabeth McKnight. Brother of George Dugars, Ashanti Wise, Toye', Samantha and Tayla Buckner. Grandson of Lenora Dugars, Hazel Minter, Edward Buckner, the late Ernest and Victoria Sparrow, Leonard and Gwendolyn Johnson. Uncle of Geordae V. Dugars. Also survived by a host of aunts, uncles, other relatives and friends. Age 26 years. Relatives and friends; pastors and officers of St. Bernard Community B.C., Macedonia COGIC, all neighboring churches; Original Big Seven S & P Club, The Porch 7th Ward Cultural Orginization; employees of Coca-Cola, RTA, Adecco, Community Mediation Services, Penta Financial Group, Neighborhood Housing Services of NO and Sodexho Dining Services at Xavier are invited to attend the Funeral Services at St. Bernard Community B.C., 3938 St. Bernard Ave. on Thursday, April 24, 2008 for 11:00 a.m. Rev. Andrew Darby host pastor. Minister Troylynn Carr, officiating. Church visitation Thursday 10:00 a.m. till hour of services. Entombment Mt. Olivet Cemetery. Professional services entrusted to LITTLEJOHN FUNERAL HOME 2163 Aubry St. Cal K. Johnson, Manager/Funeral Director Information: (504) 940-0045 www.littlejohnfuneralhome.com Times Picayune 04/23/2008. **************************************** 000264 Dunn - Yvonne Angelle Dunn died at West Jefferson Hospital on Thursday, April 17, 2008 at 3:10 P.M. at the age of 81. Yvonne, wife of the late Walter L. Dunn. Mother of Paul W., Walter R., Dennis F., Michael E., and Raymond L. Dunn. Sister of the late Raymond Overputte. Loving grandmother to 8 grandchildren, 11 great-grandchildren and 1 great-great-grandaughter. She is also survived by a many nieces and nephews. A Mass of Christian Burial was held on Monday, April 21, 2008 at Our Lady of Grace Catholic Church, Kenner, Louisiana followed by the internment at the Garden of Memories Cemetery, Metairie, Louisiana. Arrangements by Bagnell and Son Funeral Home, Covington, Louisiana. Times Picayune 04/22/2008. **************************************** 000265 Dupin - Verna Mae Dupuis Dupin, devoted mother and grandmother, passed away on Friday, March 28, 2008 at the age of 99. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Funeral Mass at the St. Francis Xavier Church, in Metairie, LA on Thursday, April 3, 2008 at 2:00 PM. The beloved wife of the late Harry Joseph Dupin, she will be fondly remembered by her surviving relatives: her son and daughter- in-law, Dr. Charles Louis and Mrs. Diane Szostak Dupin, her two grandchildren, Michael Charles Dupin and Mary-Margaret Dupin Lhuilier, and her three great-grand children. She will also be warmly remembered by her niece, Joan Marie Llana and her three great-nieces, Donna Marie Germaine, Anne Elizabeth Llana and Mara Elena Posey, her three great-great-nephews and one great-great-niece, and many other friends and relatives. Mrs. Dupin, born on October 14, 1908 in Carencro, LA, was the daughter of Helen (nee Prejean) and Charles Dupuis and was the tenth of eleven children. She was a long- time resident of Lafayette, LA, before moving to Metairie, LA, where she resided for the past nine years. Mrs. Dupin was a warm and generous woman, devoted to her church and family, and will be sorely missed. In lieu of flowers, donations to the St. Francis Xavier Church Building Fund, or the charity of your choice, would be preferred. Personal condolences may be sent to the Dupin family at www.delhommefuneralhome.com. Delhomme Funeral Home, 1011 Bertrand Drive, Lafayette, La is in charge of funeral arrangements. Times Picayune 04/2/2008. **************************************** 000266 Duplessis - Mable Rose Edwards Duplessis on Tuesday, April 15, 2008. Daughter of the late Arthur and Anna Edwards. Beloved wife of the late Henry A. Duplessis. Sister of the late Thelma Foster and Dorothy Gibson. Also survived by devoted nieces, Cynthia Gibson and Brenda Collins, niece Geraldine Flenory of Richmond, CA, Roy, Sr., Morice, Darrell, Sr., Gregory, Sr. and Tyrone Gibson of Baton Rouge, LA, also the late Betty Jean Gibson George, Audrey Robinson, Charles and Lawrence Gibson. Godchild Stephanie Robinson Stirgius, 40 great nieces, nephews, 80 great, great nieces and nephews, other dear relatives and friends. Relatives and friends of the family, also parishioners of St. Augustine Catholic Church, Regional Healthcare, Cordel Y. Parris, M.D., Lalitha Chalasanic, M.D., Baton Rouge General and University Hospitals are invited to attend the Funeral Service and Mass of Christian Burial on Tuesday, April 22, 2008 at 11:00 AM from St. Augustine Catholic Church, 1210 Gov. Nicholls St., Father Quentin Moody, Celebrant. Interment St. Louis #3 Cemetery. Visitation on Tuesday at the church from 9 AM - 11 AM. Services Entrusted To Louisiana Undertaking Company, Inc. 1449 N. Claiborne Avenue New Orleans, Louisiana 70116 (504) 945-2145 Jeffery K. Jenkins / Renard A. Boissiere Fatima B. Conner Directors Times Picayune 04/21/2008. **************************************** 000267 Dupre - Oscar Joseph Dupre, owner of Oscar J. Dupre & Sons Inc. Trucking Company, passed away on Sunday, April 20, 2008 at East Jefferson General Hospital. Mr. Dupre was the son of the late Edward A. Dupre and Lillian Polite Dupre. He is survived by his aunt Anita Polite and former wife Elouise Louque; 4 children; Edward A. Dupre, Oscar J. Dupre, Jr. (Treshal), Tammy Dupre Hayden (Charles), and Michael Dupre (Rosalind). He was the brother of Delores Hickambottom, Agnes Brumfield, and the late Mary Rose Arceneaux. Mr. Dupre also leaves 10 grandchildren, 5 great grandchildren, along with a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives, and friends. Relatives and friends of the family, also Priest and Parishioners of Our Lady of Perpetual Help, and Perpetual Adore where Mr. Dupre was a member, are invited to attend a Mass of Christian Burial on Saturday, April 26, 2008 at St. Peter Claver C.C. - 1923 St. Phillip St., New Orleans, La. 10:00am. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. until service time. Interment will take place in St. Vincent #2 Soniat Cemetery. Arrangements by Duplain W. Rhodes Funeral Home, Inc., 1728 N. Claiborne Ave., New Orleans, La. To sign the guest book you may visit. www.rhodesfuneral.com. Times Picayune 04/25/2008. **************************************** 000268 Dupree - Charles Gerald Dupree, Sr. passed away on Sunday, April 6, 2008 at the age of 71. He was the beloved husband of the late Marilyn Ragas Dupree. Loving father of Charles G. Dupree Jr., Gina D. Kennel and Michael J. Dupree. Son of the late Louise Cochran Dupree and Orey Dupree. Brother of Tommy Dupree, Patricia Couch and the late Donald Dupree. Proud grandfather of Brian Jr., Gabrielle, Sean and Haley Kennel. He was a longtime resident of St. Bernard Parish and an honored member of his Masonic Lodge. He will be fondly remembered as a loving and loyal husband, father, grandfather and brother who enjoyed a passion for hunting and fishing. Relatives and friends are invited to attend a visitation to be held at ST. BERNARD MEMORIAL FUNERAL HOME, 701 W. Virtue St., Chalmette, LA on Thursday, April 10th from 10:00AM - 12:00 NOON. A funeral service will be celebrated in his memory beginning at 12:00 NOON. Burial will be private. To view and sign the Family Guestbook, please visit www.stbernardmemorial.com. Times Picayune 04/9/2008. **************************************** 000269 Duret - Leslie Michelle Banks Duret departed this life on Thursday, March 27, 2008. at the age of 42. Daughter of Annie Deloras Banks and Leonard Banks, Sr. Stepdaughter of Mary Banks. Loving and Devoted mother of Melvin, Marvin, Jerrell and Jamaal Duret. Sister of Keenan and Leonard Banks, Jr. and Norman Jenkins. Grandmother of Jamiyah, Jamaal, Jr., Amiyah and Renata. She is 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 on Saturday, April 5, 2008 at 12:00noon at Majestic Mortuary 1833 Oretha C. Haley Blvd. Visitation begins at 11:00am. Interment in Providence Park Cem. Arrangements entrusted to Majestic Mortuary (504) 523-5872 Times Picayune 04/4/2008. **************************************** 000270 Durm - Brenda Ory Durm passed away on Tuesday, April 22, 2008. Beloved mother of Lori A. Hoffman, Mark A. Adams, Linda M. Cochran and Brandi L. Durm. Daughter of the late Blanche Trosclair Ory and Theodore Joseph Ory. Sister of Dolores Johnson, Joyce Newman, Patricia Seeling, Joe and Dennis Ory, Deborah McGinn and the late Blanche Calvo. Survived by 6 grandchildren. Age 65 years old. A native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Gretna. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend a Memorial Mass in the Chapel of MOTHE FUNERAL HOMES, 2100 Westbank Expressway, Harvey, on Saturday, April 26, 2008 at 7:00 pm. Visitation will take place from 6:00 pm until service time. Interment will be private. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the family. Times Picayune 04/25/2008. **************************************** 000271 Duval - Derrielle "Nanu" Alexia Duval on Sunday, March 30, 2008. Beloved infant of Kevin Lawrence Duval and Betty Jean Fayard. Grandchild of Derral and Pamela Fayard, Steven and Sally Duval. Age 3 months, and a native and resident of Marrero, LA. Relatives and Friends of the Family are invited to attend a graveside service at Westlawn Memorial Park Cemetery, Gretna, LA on Friday, April 4, 2008 at 9 AM. MOTHE FUNERAL HOME is in charge of arrangements, 366-4343. Times Picayune 04/3/2008. **************************************** 000272 Edwards - Berthawe Jerrell Edwards II entered into eternal rest on Tuesday, April 15, 2008, in New Orleans, Louisiana. Son of the late Berthawe and Rosemary Martin Edwards. Husband of Margaret Edwards of Grosse Tete, Louisiana; beloved brother of Brenda Edwards (Alvin) Hartford of New Orleans, Louisiana; Valerie Edwards of Atlanta, Georgia; and Joan Bentley of Birmingham, Alabama; doting uncle of Albert (Aoi) Bentley III and Azari Bentley of Marietta, Georgia, and Aleria Perry and Alan Hartford of Atlanta, Georgia; stepfather of Kevin Hawkins, Appollonia, and Rachel Georgetown; also survived by aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends. Relatives and friends of the family, also officers and members of St. Paul's Evangelical Lutheran Church of New Orleans, LA, and Emmanuel Lutheran Church of Birmingham, Alabama; faculty and staff of Martin Luther King Jr. Charter School of New Orleans, LA; employees of Freeman of New Orleans, LA, Tiger Truck Stop of Grosse Tete, LA, The Integral Group LLC of Atlanta, GA and AT&T of Birmingham, AL are invited to attend the Funeral Service on Saturday, April 26, 2008, at 11:00 a.m. at St. Paul's Evangelical Lutheran Church, 1625 Annette Street, New Orleans, LA; Rev. Dr. James Ertl, Officiating. Visitation from 10:00 a.m. until time of service. Interment private. No wake. You may sign the guest book on nola.com/obits. GERTRUDE GEDDES WILLIS FUNERAL HOME, INC., IN CHARGE. Times Picayune 04/25/2008. **************************************** 000273 Edwards - Joseph Oliver Edwards of Harvey, LA passed away on Saturday, March 29, 2008 at 5:30 am. Beloved son of the late Anna Hinyub Edwards and Lowell W. Edwards. Brother of Mercedes E. Henderson, Sandra E. Pitre, the late Gloria Barrios and Gerald Edwards. Brother-in-law of Richard Pitre. Uncle of Sharon Barrios, Steve Barrios, Debbie Dupre, Cathy Henderson, Terry Carlton, Mike Henderson, Elizabeth Prince, Ricky Pitre, and Elena Panepinto. Age 70 years, a native of Gretna, LA and a resident of Harvey , LA for the past 4 years. Relatives and friends of the family, also employees of U.S. Postal Service are invited to attend Funeral Services in the Chapel of MOTHE FUNERAL HOMES, 2100 Westbank Expressway, Harvey, LA on Wednesday, April 2, 2008 at 1:00PM. Interment McDonoghville Cemetery, Gretna, LA. Parlors will be open Wednesday morning from 10:00 AM until funeral time. For funeral information call 366-4343. Times Picayune 04/1/2008. **************************************** 000274 Egan - Madelyn Lastras Egan muffined on Monday, April 7, 2008 after a long, hard, courageous battle with Leukemia. A kindergartner at Pontchartrain Elementary School, Madelyn was a life resident of Covington. She was born May 30, 2001 to John J. and Gaylynn Englade Egan and is survived by her sister, Bridgette C. Egan; two brothers, Dylan M. and Ryan M. Egan and her grandparents, Amery J. and Joyce Bruce Englade. She was also the granddaughter of the late Joseph J. and Veronica Mangan Egan. Join the family at St. Peter Catholic Church, 125 E. 19th Ave., Covington, LA 70433, to celebrate a Funeral Mass on Friday, April 11, 2008 at 11:00 AM. Wake services will be held at E.J. Fielding Funeral Home, 2260 W. 21st Ave., Covington, LA 70433, on Thursday, April 10, 2008 from 6:00-10:00 PM with visitation Friday at the Church beginning at 9:30 AM. The family would like to especially thank Jennifer Smith for organizing and directing 'Project Maddie', which is a tremendous source of inspiration and support; also, their gratitude extends to the nurses, doctors and staff at Children's Hospital and (TSD) Total Sleep Diagnostics. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to: "Madelyn Egan Special Fund" at any Regions Bank location. Sign the family Guest Book online at www.madelynegan.net or www.ejfieldingfh.com. Times Picayune 04/9/2008. **************************************** 000275 Egler - Barbara Ann Brown Egler passed away on Thursday, April 3, 2008 at the age of 61. Beloved wife of John Lee Egler, Sr. Mother of Marion Egler, John Egler, Jr. and Terri Fertitta. Grandmother of Ashleigh and Kelsey Egler, Hailie and Branden Fertitta. Daughter of the late Charles Lewis Brown, Sr. and Marion Louise Smith Brown. Sister of James C. and Garry R. Brown and the late Charles L. Brown. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Funeral Mass at LAKE LAWN METAIRIE FUNERAL HOME CHAPEL, 5100 Pontchartrain Blvd. (in Metairie Cemetery), on Tuesday, April 8, 2008 at 1:00 PM. Interment will follow in Metairie Cemetery. Visitation will begin at 11:00 AM. Memorial donations may be made to 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 04/7/2008. **************************************** 000276 Eiswirth - Arnell Loisel Eiswirth, 64 years old of Loranger, died Monday, April 28, 2008 in North Oaks Medical Center. She was born on Friday, June 25, 1943 in New Orleans, daughter of the late Victor Ledoux and Opal Mary Stump Loisel. Surviving are her 2 daughters and sons-in-law, Melissa and Dave Radcliff, Mary and Mike Sylve; 2 sons, Benjamin David Eiswirth Jr., LeShon Eiswirth; 14 grandchildren, Brandon Radcliff, Benjamin Radcliff, Jeanne Eiswirth, Luke Sylve, Noah Eiswirth, Trey Eiswirth, Chad Eiswirth, Mandy Eiswirth, Heather Eiswirth, Tamara Pisciotta, Ian Sylve, Emily Sylve, Katie Wallace, Stephen Kemper; 10 great-grandchildren; 2 sisters, Barbara Bircher and Gail Kemmerly. She is preceded in death by her husband, Benjamin D. Eiswirth Sr. Friends will be received Thursday, May 1, 2008, from 10:00 am until the service begins at 2:00 pm at the Harry McKneely & Son Funeral Home in Hammond. Interment will follow in the Colonial Cemetery in Independence. An on-line Guestbook is available at http://www.harrymckneely.com. Times Picayune 04/30/2008. **************************************** 000277 Ellis - Geraldine Ellis departed this earthly life and entered into eternal rest on April 2, 2008 at Medical Center of LA at New Orleans. A devoted friend of Joe Clark, Sr. of New Orleans, LA. Mother/Mother-in-law of Deiedra (Williams) Johnson, Jonathan (Tarrie) Ellis, Sr. and Joe (Natasha) Ellis, Sr. Daughter of the late Lou Ella Preston and Warren Ellis, Sr. Stepdaughter of Ora Lee Ellis of LaPlace, LA. Sister of Rev. Julius, Sr. and Wilfred Ellis, Shirley Washington, Henry Lewis, Sr., Olga Smith, Nancy William, Lillie Mae Jones, Emma Lee Morris, Sophie Adams and the late Yvonne Zeno, Ella Howard, Mabel Evan, Clarence Williams, Joe Jones, Sr., Warren, Jr., and Mary Lee Ellis, Samson, Sylvester and Michael Lewis, the late grandson Paul Ellis. Also survived by 7 grandchildren, aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Relatives and friends of the family, also Pastors, officers and members of The Faith In Action M.B. Church, Sixth Baptist Church, Zion Travelers Baptist Church and members of Safe Street are invited to attend the Funeral Services on Saturday, April 12, 2008 at 11:00 AM at The Faith In Action M.B. Church, 900 Washington Ave., New Orleans, LA. Rev. Dwayne Francois, Sr. officiating. Interment in Zion Travelers Cemetery of Lions, LA. Visitation will be at the above name church from 9:00 AM until service time. Bardell's Mortuary of Mt. Airy, LA in charge. Information: 985-535-6837 Times Picayune 04/11/2008 **************************************** 000278 Engelbracht - Henry Edward Engelbracht, Jr. was born in New Orleans, LA June 16, 1929, and passed away on Saturday, April 12, 2008 after complications from cancer. He is the beloved husband of 48 years to Betty Irwin Engelbracht. Survived by his children Henry Edward Engelbracht III, Charles Engelbracht, Donald Anderson, Dirk Anderson, Diane Inman, Agnes Leggitt, Melissa Gallant, Kellye Slatton, and Holly Arnold. Also survived by 17 grandchildren. Beloved godfather to Margaret Slaney. Son of the late Agnes Coles and Henry Edward Engelbracht; brother of Joan Goar and the late William Engelbracht. Hank, as he was known to many, was a retired Captain in the New Orleans Fire Department, and worked in the building materials industry for years. His heart was God's; and as a Lay Pastor and long-time member of Love Lutheran Church and choir, he touched many lives, and made a difference. Relatives and friends are invited to attend a Memorial Service at Love Lutheran Church, 3730 McArthur Blvd., New Orleans, LA on Friday, April 18, 2008 at 1:00 pm. Henry Engelbracht was a faithful man of God and a tireless servant to all. In honor of his faith, donations, in lieu of flowers, may be made in his loving memory to Love Lutheran Church. Mothe Funeral Homes in charge of arrangements, 504-366-4343. Times Picayune 04/16/2008. **************************************** 000279 Engelhardt - John Wallace Engelhardt on Friday, April 18, 2008 at 9:20 AM. Age 85 years. Beloved husband of the late Althea Gangolf Engelhardt. Father of Juanita Pfeiffer, Wallace John, and Rodney J. Engelhardt. Brother of Agnes Hunt and the late Rita Liggio, and Junius and Rudolph Engelhardt. Also survived by 10 grandchildren, 18 great grandchildren, and 6 great great grandchildren. He was a resident of Chalmette, LA from 1950 - 2005. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Funeral Services at ST. BERNARD MEMORIAL FUNERAL HOME, 701 West Virtue Street, Chalmette, LA 70043 on Monday, April 21, 2008 at 2:00 PM. Interment will follow in St. Bernard Memorial Gardens. Visitation from 9:30 AM until time of service on Monday. Times Picayune 04/20/2008. **************************************** 000280 English - Ethel "Honey" English of New Orleans, LA passed on April 21, 2008 in Atlanta, Ga. She is survived by son Charles English, niece Annie Ruth Merritt and nephew Robert D. Merritt. Funeral Service will be held Saturday, April 26, 2008 at 11:00 AM at the Payne Memorial AME Church. The interment will be at the Providence Memorial Park. Times Picayune 04/24/2008. **************************************** 000281 Erickson - Geraldine Leverine Smith Erickson of Metairie LA, went to be with the Lord on Sunday April 13, 2008, due to natural causes. She lived 75 years and was a native of Baton Rouge LA. Mother of Randy L. Brooks, Ronnie J. Brooks, and Lisa E. Gardner, Sister of the late Betty J. Wright, Mother in law of Sherry N. Brooks and Vicki Brooks, Aunt of Tamara W. Kahl, Grandmother of 6 grandchildren: Marsha, Michelle, Megan, Daniel, Brittney and Ryan, also the great-grandmother of Grant and Kaitlyn. She was a blessing with a heart for the Lord and had a great impact on all of us. She will always be alive in our hearts. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Memorial Service at Victory Fellowship, 5708 Airline Drive, Metairie, LA. on Saturday April 19, 2008 at 10:00am-12:00 noon. Times Picayune 04/18/2008. **************************************** 000282 Escher - Donna Mercadel Escher September 26, 1955 - April 14, 2008 Donna Mercadel Escher was called home on Monday, April 14, 2008 at the age of 52. She was the wife of Elmo Escher, Jr. Mother of Elmo III and Lance Escher and Step-Mother of Sheldon Escher. Daughter of Beatrice Mercadel and the late Arthur Mercadel, Sr. Sister of Arthur Mercadel, Jr., Andrew Mercadel, Sr., Bernadette M. Magee, Noel Mercadel, Sr., Diane M. Sanchez, David, Sharon, Debbie, and the late Dean Mercadel. Daughter-in-law of Susie Escher and the late Elmo Escher Sr. She is also survived by a host of aunts, sisters-in-law, brothers-in-law, nieces, nephews, and cousins. A Memorial Service was held at Most Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church, 2971 Butner Rd., Atlanta, GA, 30339, on Wednesday, April 16, 2008. Visitation was held from 5:00 pm to 6:00 pm with Mass starting at 6:00 pm. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Saturday, April 19, 2008 at Corpus Christi Catholic Church, 2022 St. Bernard Ave, New Orleans, LA at 10:00 am. Visitation beginning at 9:00 am. Interment will be at Mt. Olivet Cemetery. Arrangements entrusted to D.W. Rhodes Funeral Home, 1728 N. Claiborne Ave., New Orleans, LA. Times Picayune 04/18/2008. **************************************** 000283 Esteves - Robert Joseph Esteves died on Thursday, April 17, 2008 in Atlanta, GA. Beloved husband of the late Jacquelyn Pearson Esteves. Son of the late Emanuel and Dorothy Bazile Esteves. Father of Dr. Chris Anthony Esteves of Alta Loma, CA, Ruth Flora Esteves of Colorado Springs, CO, Kayamisha Esteves of El Paso, TX, Erin Esteves of Slidell, LA, Reanja Esteves of Atlanta, GA, Robert Penn of Atlanta, GA, Kisha Franklin of Oklahoma City, OK, Brandon Penn of Atlanta, GA; Brother of Emmanuel and Valezquez Esteves, Carmen Esteves Owens and the late Charles Pitt. He is also survived by 18 grandchildren, 1 great grandchild and a host of other relatives and friends. Relatives and friends of the family, also priests and parishioners of Our Lady of Guadalupe (St. Jude Shrine), St. Gabriel and St. Peter Claver Catholic Churches are invited to attend the funeral. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Wednesday, April 23, 2008 at Our Lady of Guadalupe Church, International Shrine of St. Jude, 411 North Rampart Street. Visitation at the Church from 9:00 am until 10:00 am. Internment will be in St. Louis #3 Cemetery. Special thanks to Trinity Towers of Atlanta for all the love and care that they provided to Robert since Hurricane Katrina. Arrangements by D. W. Rhodes Funeral Home, 1728 N. Claiborne Avenue, New Orleans, LA. Please visit our website at www.rhodesfuneral.com to sign the guest book. Times Picayune 04/22/2008. **************************************** 000284 Eugene - Paul Joseph Eugene, a native of Garyville, La. and a resident of LaPlace, La., age 52, departed this life on Monday, March 31, 2008 at River Parishes Hospital, LaPlace, La. Beloved husband of Suzanne Robinson Eugene. Step-father of Courtney and Chloe. Brother of Michael, Donald, Kenneth, Floyd Eugene, Barbara Eugene, Lorraine Sanders, Laura Eugene, JoAnn Lewis and Sharon Eugene and the late Herman Jr. and Charles Eugene. Preceded in death by parents, Rev. Herman and RoseMary Eugene. Relatives and friends of the family, also Pastor, officers and members of the New Hopeful B.C., Garyville, La. and employees of St. John Housing Authority are invited to attend the Funeral Services on Saturday, April 5, 2008 at 11:00AM from the New Hopeful B.C., So. Fig St., Garyville, La. Rev. Roland Morgan officiating. Entombment St. John Memorial Gardens, LaPlace, La. Visitation on Friday, April 4, 2008 from 5-7pm from the Baloney Funeral Home, 399 Earl Baloney Dr., Garyville, La., and on Saturday at the church after 9:00am. The Baloney Funeral Home LLC 399 Earl Baloney Dr., Garyville, La. 70051 985-535-2540 In charge of arrangements Times Picayune 04/4/2008. **************************************** 000285 Eymard - Adorina Anselmi Eymard passed away on April 18, 2008. She was 81 years of age, a native of Lafourche Parish, LA and a resident of Harvey, LA. Beloved wife of the late Robert Paul Eymard. Mother of Howard Eymard and his wife Faye and Scotty Eymard and his wife Veronica. Grandmother of Brandi Branan and her husband Patrick, Holly Shannon and her husband Paul, Jennifer and Victoria Eymard. Great grandmother of Alyssa, Austin, Holden, Cole and Olivia. She is preceded in death by her parents, Josephine and Dominique Anselmi and her brothers and sisters. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the visitation at Mothe Funeral Home, 2100 Westbank Expy., Harvey, LA on Tuesday, April 22, 2008 from 9 AM to 11 AM. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Marrero for 11:30 AM. Interment will follow at Westlawn Memorial Park. Donations in her memory may be made to the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, Louisiana Chapter, 4621 W. Napoleon Ave., Ste. 207, Metairie, LA 70001, call 504.455.5194 or visit: www.cff.org/chapters/louisiana. For further funeral information or directions, call 504.366.4343 Times Picayune 04/20/2008. **************************************** 000286 Faciane - Robert James Faciane, Sr., a longtime resident of Chalmette, LA, on Saturday, April 19, 2008. Father of Robert James Faciane Jr, Roxanne Traylor, Tabetha Walker, Ang'el Faciane, Kylie Good, Aaron Faciane, Brandon Chianelli, and the late Rodney Wayne Faciane. Son of Theresa Breaux Faciane and the late Andrew George Faciane Sr. Brother of Andrew George Faciane Jr., and Michele Faciane. Also survived by eight grandchildren. Age 63 years. Mr. Faciane was raised in Slidell, LA and New Orleans, LA, was a longtime resident of St. Bernard Parish, and a resident of Mandiville, LA since 2005. Arrangements by Honaker Funeral Home, Inc., Slidell, LA. Times Picayune 04/27/2008. **************************************** 000287 Faciane - Vivian Fricke Faciane, of Slidell, LA, on Thursday, April 10, 2008 at the Iberia Medical Center in New Iberia, LA. Beloved wife of the late Norman B. Faciane. Mother of Ethel F. and Ralph Friend and Norma Jean F. Gates. Sister of Bert J. and Lou Fricke, the late Clyde M. and Archie Fricke. Grandmother of Kimberly Bentz, Karen and Gregg Dobbs, Michael and Chelci Gates and Susan and Rusty Luker and 3 great grandchildren: Ryan Page, Cory Bentz and Kyle Luker. Sister-in-law of Anna Fricke, Janie Fricke, Francis Faciane, Yvonne Galatas, Ethel Faciane, Edwina Posey, Doris Frizzell, Raymond Faciane, Rev. Lawrence and Sue Faciane and Roland Faciane. Also survived by a host of nieces and nephews. Mrs. Faciane was preceded in death by her parents John and Ethel Fricke and her in-laws Max and Estelle Faciane. Mrs. Faciane was loved by all at Consolata Home in New Iberia, LA for her kindness and love she had for others. Age 89 years. A native and lifelong resident of Slidell, LA. She was a retired bus driver for the St. Tammany School System. 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, April 14, 2008 at 11:00 A.M. Interment will follow in Greenwood Cemetery, Slidell, La. Visitation on Monday after 9:00 A.M. until funeral time. Arrangements by Honaker Funeral Home, Inc., Slidell, LA. Times Picayune 04/13/2008. **************************************** 000288 Fair - Sue Newman Fair passed away on Monday, April 7, 2008. Beloved wife of Charles Theodore. Mother of Charles Scott (wife Lisa), Douglas Paul (wife Karen) and Mark Andrew (companion Heather Woods) Fair. Sister of Kay Finlon and Joe Paul Newman. Daughter of Louetta Currens Newman and the late Paul George Newman. Grandmother of Jeanne Leslie, Jessica Lynn, Douglas Paul and Dillon Thomas Fair. Age 65 years. A native of Gettysburg, PA and a resident of New Orleans, LA. Longtime member of Love Lutheran Church and Director of Love Lutheran Day School. Relatives and friends of the family, also members, students, and employees of Love Lutheran Church and Day School are invited to attend a Funeral Service at MOTHE FUNERAL HOME, 2100 Westbank Expressway, Harvey, LA on Friday, April 11, 2008 at 1:00PM. Interment will be in Gettysburg, PA at a later date. Visitation at the funeral home on Friday from 9:00AM until 1:00PM. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Alzheimer's Association, 3717 Suite 7, Government St., Alexandria, LA 71302. Information: 366-4343. Times Picayune 04/10/2008. **************************************** 000289 Falcon - Ralph Alphonse Falcon, Jr. on Thursday, April 3, 2008 at Kindred Hospital. Aged 57 yrs. Son of the late Catherine and Ralph A. Falcon, Sr. Brother of Shane and David Falcon and Lori Davis. Beloved husband of Karen Boudreaux Falcon. Father of Ralph A. (Deanna) Falcon III, Rachel (Bobby) Bui, Angela Carrillo and the late Dion Falcon. Grandfather of Joy and Jayde Bui, Destin and Khailyn Falcon and Jayleigh Carrillo. Mass Services on Thursday, April 10, 2008 at Westside/Leitz Eagan Funeral, 5101 Westbank Expwy, Marrero at 8pm and Viewing from 6 - 8pm. Information: 341-9421. In lieu of flowers, donation to made to family for Funeral expenses. Times Picayune 04/10/2008. **************************************** 000290 Falgoust - Ray "Bezoo" Joseph Falgoust was born on January 13, 1931 and died on Monday, April 28, 2008 at 7:10AM. Age 77, he was a native and resident of Vacherie, LA. Survived by wife, Lucy Mae Becnel Falgoust; parent, Inez Dempster Falgoust; 4 sons, Albert P. Falgoust, Bernard Falgoust, Rickie A. Falgoust and Jesse R. Falgoust; daughter, Lydia F. Ledet; 11 grandchildren and 10 great- grandchildren. Preceded in death by parents, Numa Albert Falgoust; foster parents, Rupert and Nanette Becnel; brother, Guy J. Falgoust; and sister, Bertha F. Cortez. He was a retired pipefitter at Avondale Shipyards for 44 years and former owner of Falgoust's Grocery Store and Bar (Rips Store). Visitation from 6:00PM until 9:00PM on Tuesday, April 29, 2008 at Thibodaux Funeral Home in Thibodaux, LA and from 8:00AM until funeral time on Wednesday, April 30, 2008 at Our Lady of Peace in Vacherie, LA. Mass of Christian Burial at 11:00AM on Wednesday, April 30, 2008 at Our Lady of Peace in Vacherie, LA. Interment Our Lady of Peace in Vacherie, LA. Thibodaux Funeral Home, Inc., Thibodaux, LA in charge of arrangements. Times Picayune 04/29/2008. **************************************** 000291 Falgout - Lillian Baham Falgout, beloved mother and grandmother, passed away on March 29, 2008 in Houston, TX at the age of 86. She was born in New Orleans, LA on June 2, 1921 to Hermit L. and Edna M. Baham. Wife of the late Corbett I Falgout. Mother of Paulette Fernandez (Charles), Winston (Aloma Lykes), Cedric (Denies Martin) and Lisa Honore (Barron). Preceded in death by her parents, sister, Gloria Ganier; brother, Anthony Baham and step son, Corbett Joseph Falgout. Also survived by grandchildren, great grandchildren, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Family and friends are invited to attend the funeral. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Monday, April 7, 2008 at St. Pius X Catholic Church, 6666 Spanish Fort Blvd., N.O., LA----11:00 AM. Interment Providence Mem. Park., Metairie, LA. Visitation 9:00 AM at the church. CHARBONNET-LABAT- GLAPION, Directors 581-4411 Times Picayune 04/6/2008. **************************************** 000292 Farrald - Rowland Warren Farrald, on Monday, April 28, 2008 at 11:00 am. Beloved husband of Kathleen Stahl Farrald. Father of Sean, Katie, John and the late Daniel Farrald. Grandfather of Gavin Flanagin and the late Nicholas Hammersly. Brother of Day A. Farrald, Jr. Son of the late Teresa Rowland Farrald and Day Alexander Farrald, Sr. He was a dedicated employee of Temple Sinai for 21 years, a member of the Plumbers and Steamfitters Union, Local 60 and an Assistant Scoutmaster of BSA Troop 150 in Lakeview. Age 60 years. A native and lifelong resident of New Orleans. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the Funeral. Services will be held at 11 am on Thursday, May 1, 2008 at Congregation Temple Sinai, 6227 St. Charles Ave., New Orleans. Friends may visit from 6 - 9 pm on Wednesday, April 30, 2008, at SCHOEN FUNERAL HOME, 3827 Canal St., and from 10 -11 am on Thursday at Temple Sinai. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to ALS Association, Louisiana Chapter, Att: Walk to D'Feet ALS, P.O. Box 66825, Baton Rouge, LA 70896-6825. "The ALS Association" memo: Fighting Farralds or online at www.webla.alsa.org. Online guestbook may be signed at www.legacy.com. Times Picayune 04/30/2008. **************************************** 000293 Faucheux - Jeffrey Michael Faucheux July 21, 1978- March 28, 2008 Jeffrey Michael Faucheux, beloved son, brother, grandson, nephew, cousin and friend, entered God's rest on Friday, March 28, 2008. He was 29 years old. Jeffrey will always be remembered by family and friends as a multifaceted talent and an authentic human being. He was an individualist, a loyal friend, a gentleman, a creative renegade, a rascal, a softy and an old soul. He possessed a brilliant sense of humor, a mischievous and intelligent grin, passionate energy, brotherly affection for both family and friends, and a deep reverence for nature. He cared for others uniquely and sincerely. He thought deeply and pondered life's mysteries, never taking another's answer as his own until he had wrestled through it. He always made others laugh harder than they thought they could. He was tender-hearted and always helpful to those who needed him. Jeff was especially devoted to his mom who shared his joy of playing in the kitchen and to his dad whose love for working with his hands led Jeff to his creative work. Jeffrey graduated from South Lakes High School in Reston, VA, in 1995 and went on to pursue a degree in Fine Arts from Virginia Commonwealth University in Richmond, VA. In Richmond, Jeff began his culinary career in the kitchen of Mamma Zu where he made the craft look easy. Inspired by other chefs and led by his own creative passion, Jeff moved to Scottsdale, AZ, to attend Scottsdale Culinary Institute where he earned his degree in Culinary Arts. While in Arizona, Jeff refined his palate and pursued his secondary passion for rocks and minerals, collecting stones and gems to create the unique jewelry designs he is remembered for. In 2003, Jeff moved to his beloved city of New Orleans to help family, create jewelry and begin work in some of the nation's best restaurants. Here, he found his niche at Lilette and Iris, and touched the lives of so many through his skill, wit and generous spirit. Left to celebrate Jeff's life and cherish his memory are his parents, Guy and Deanne (Rowan) Faucheux, his older siblings, Scott Faucheux, Kevin Faucheux (Lauren Hoyt Faucheux) and his sister, Jeanne Faucheux. He also leaves behind his grandmothers, Peggy Faucheux and Jeanne Rowan, as well as his aunts, uncles and cousins: Suzanne Rowan; Jeff, Ann, Ryan (Shannon) and Kyle Faucheux; Aimee, Wally, Chase, Jay, Norman and Peggy Faucheux; Michael, Patti and Chris Rowan, David Denison; the Gallagher family; and an ever-extending circle of cousins. Jeff will be missed by too many friends to count. A memorial service is scheduled for Saturday, April 5, 2008 at Trinity Episcopal Church, 1315 Jackson Avenue, NOLA 70130. Visitation begins at noon and the service will start at 1pm. Arrangements made with Lakelawn Metairie Funeral Home. To sign and view Family Guestbook, please visit www.lakelawnmetairie.com. In lieu of flowers, we would be honored if you elected to contribute to LSUHSC Foundation or to our Redeemer PCA church home: LSUHSC Foundation- University Hospital TICU, 450A S. Claiborne Avenue, New Orleans, LA 70112; Redeemer Presbyterian Church of New Orleans, P.O. Box 750538, New Orleans, LA 70175. "Blessed are the dead who die in the Lord." Times Picayune 04/3/2008. **************************************** 000294 Faulstich - Jacob John Faulstich, Sr. passed away on Sunday, April 13, 2008. Age 30, a native of New Orleans and a lifelong resident of Kenner. Beloved husband of Beth Moran Faulstich. Father of Jacob John Faulstich, Jr., Ryan Nicholas Faulstich, Gage Michael Faulstich and Tristen Nicole Faulstich. Son of the late Mickey Searcy and Albert Faulstich. Brother of Jeffery Paul Faulstich (wife, Maggie). Grandson of Floyd and Linda Searcy. Uncle of Eva and Gabriel Moran. Son-in-law of Joseph and Deborah Moran. Step-son of Andrew Lightell. Also survived by numerous aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the funeral. Services at the Metairie Funeral Home of L.A. Muhleisen and Son, 2929 Metairie Rd., on Thursday, April 17, 2008 at 1:30 p.m. Friends may visit from 10:00 a.m. until time of service. Interment in Garden of Memories Cemetery. Times Picayune 04/16/2008. **************************************** 000295 Favre - Forrest L. Favre, Jr. passed away at his residence on Sunday, April 6, 2008. Age 67, a native of Bay St. Louis, MS and a resident of the New Orleans area for the past 42 years. Mr. Favre was a Deputy for Jefferson Parish Sheriff's Office and an associate with the United Cab Company. He proudly served in the U. S. Airforce and was a proud member of Vineyard Christian Fellowship Church. Loving father of Anthony Favre and Tracy Favre Bee. Father-in-law of Marc Bee. Grandfather of Kaitlyn and Nicklas Bee. He is survived by his beloved companion, Alice Baroni; her children, Kevin, Keith and Kirt Baroni; and her grandchildren, Sean, Ty, Morgan, Mia and Abigail Baroni. He is also survived by his brothers, Thomas Wayne and Shawn Michael Favre; sister, Jane F. Scarborough; and former wife of 25 years, Margaret Losberg Cox. He is predeceased by his parents, Forrest L. and Rita Brown Favre, 2 sisters and 4 brothers. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend a Memorial Service at Vineyard Christian Fellowship Church, 4340 Loyola Dr., Kenner on Wednesday, April 9, 2008. Visitation will begin at 4:00 p.m. with the service to follow at 5:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations to American Diabetes Association, 2644 S. Sherwood Forest Blvd., Suite 122, Baton Rouge, LA 70816, preferred. Arrangements by L. A. Muhleisen and Son Funeral Home. Times Picayune 04/8/2008 **************************************** 000296 Fee - Rose Marie Joffrion Fee, passed away on Monday, March 31, 2008. Age 79 years. Beloved wife of the late Edward Alfred (Al) Fee, Sr. Daughter of the late Gordon Francis Joffrion and Josephine Rita Schiro Joffrion. Mother of Sheryl Fee Smith, Al Fee, Jr., and Gisele M. Fee. Grandmother of Lindsey M. Abila. Also survived by numerous other relatives and friends. Mrs. Fee was a member of Geneka Sorority, a parishioner of St. Clement of Rome Catholic Church and also a receipient of the Clem Award. Relatives and friends are invited to attend a Funeral Mass at St. Clement of Rome Catholic Church, 4317 Richland Ave., Metairie, La. on Thursday, April 3, 2008 at 11:00am. Interment will follow in Lake Lawn Park Mausoleum. Visitation will be at the church from 9:30am until service time. In lieu of flowers, Masses or donations to Canon Hospice, 1221 Clearview Pkwy., Jefferson, La. are preferred. To sign and view the Family Guestbook, please visit www.lakelawnmetairie.com. LAKE LAWN METAIRIE FUNERAL HOME in charge of arrangements. Times Picayune 04/2/2008. **************************************** 000297 Fehn - Jean Harlene Fehn passed away on Wednesday, April 2, 2008. Age 70 years. Mrs. Fehn was a long time resident of New Orleans however due to Katrina she now resides in Albany. Beloved wife of Dominick Fehn and former wife of the late William R. McGee and Joseph Barth. Daughter of the late Cyril and Laura Wilkinson. Mother of Laura Hochberger, Butch McGee and Michael A. McGee. Mother in law of Kimberlee and Gaylynn McGee. Step mother of Donna Cure and Dominick Fehn, Jr. Sister of Barbara Massicot (L.J.), Faith Flurry (George), Elmo "Jack" Wilkinson (Joan) and the late Grant, Alva and Cyril Wilkinson and Laura Helen Gregori. Grandmother of Angie, Natalie, Brittany and Myranda. Step grandmother of Dylan, Neil, Daniel, Nicholas and Toni. Great grandmother of Kodi. Step great grandmother of Derrick and Dwayne. Also survived by a host of nieces and nephews. Relatives and friends are invited to attend a Funeral Mass at LAKE LAWN METAIRIE FUNERAL HOME CHAPEL, 5100 Pontchartrain Blvd. (in Metairie Cemetery), on Monday, April 7, 2008 at 10:00am. Interment will follow in Metairie Cemetery. Visitation will be on Sunday, April 6, 2008 from 6:00pm until 9:00pm and on Monday morning from 8:30am until service time. To sign and view the Family Guestbook, please visit www.lakelawnmetairie.com. Times Picayune 04/5/2008. **************************************** 000298 Fernandez - Jennifer Priestley Fernandez, beloved daughter of the late Joseph Milton and Shirley Weber Priestley, Jr., began her heavenly life on April 24, 2008. She was a 57 year old native of New Orleans, who resided in Houston, TX for sixteen months after Hurricane Katrina. Jennifer will always be remembered as a loving wife and mother, dedicated sister and aunt, loyal friend and a talented creative quilter. Her gentle mannerism will live on in our memories forever. Jennifer's education hails from St. David Elementary, St. Mary's Academy and the University of New Orleans. Baptized at an early age and remained a Soldier in Christ to the bitter end. She was an active parishioner of St. Simon Peter's Catholic Church until Hurricane Katrina. Upon her return to New Orleans East she joined St. Maria Goretti Catholic Church and enjoyed the weekly Bible study group, when her health permitted. Jennifer was a retired Information Technology Specialist with the United States Department of Agriculture/National Finance Center. She served as treasurer and president of the Gulf State Quilting Association, it was here that she was most happy, enabling her to display her God given talents. Her quilts were recognized and awarded on numerous occasions. She is survived by her devoted husband Carlos Fernandez; sons and daughter-in-law, Jerome Michael, Derrick Anthony and (Nicole) Fernandez; siblings Vanus Joseph Priestley and Laverne Priestley Barry Fleming; extended sisters and brothers, Cheryl, Ruth, Elaine, Elwood and Sam; nieces and nephews Vanjia (Michael) Jermaine, Vanus Jr., Denise, Patrick, Andrew, Crystal (Lavone), Jon (Rebeka), Brigitte and (Richard); one great niece, Amanda; one great nephew, Jahi; a host of other relatives and friends. Preceded in death by brother Wayne David Priestley. Relatives, friends and employees of Tulane University, United States Postal System, Morris Architects, National Finance Center in Michoud and members of the Gulf State Quilting Association are invited to celebrate Jennifer's new life in a Mass of Christian Burial on Thursday, May 1, 2008 at St. Maria Goretti Catholic Church, 7300 Crowder Blvd., NOLA---11:00 AM. Interment St. Roch No. 1 Cemetery. Visitation 9:00 AM with recitation of the Rosary at 10:30 AM in the church. IN LIEU OF FLOWERS, PLEASE MAKE DONATIONS TO: SUSAN G. KOMEN BREAST CANCER FOUNDATION, 5005 LBJ FREEWAY STE. 250, DALLAS, TX 75244. CHARBONNET-LABAT-GLAPION, Directors 581-4411 Times Picayune 04/30/2008. **************************************** 000299 Ferrara - Earl Roy Ferrara, Sr. passed away Sunday, March 30, 2008, in Reston, Virginia. Earl was born on August 6, 1926, in New Orleans and spent most of his life in his beloved city until hurricane Katrina forced a relocation to Virginia. After serving in the U.S. Navy at the end of WWII, he began a career as a salesman with Edison Bros. He was a consummate salesman and quickly rose through the ranks to become a Regional Manager and Vice- President with Edison Bros. Through most of the 1970s and 1980s he could be found at their flagship store, Chandler's, on Canal Street. He was known by everyone who met him for his great sense of humor, quick wit, and extroverted, take-charge personality. He was devoted to his family, especially his wife, whom he cared for over the past seven years. He was preceded in death by his parents, Peter and Virginia Serio Ferrara, and his two brothers, Peter, Jr., and Paul Ferrara. He is survived by his cherished wife, Laura Inzinna Ferrara, his son and daughter-in-law, Dr. Earl Ferrara, Jr., and Arlisa DaSilva Ferrara, his son, Dr. Paul Ferrara, and his two grandchildren, Eric and Alexandra Ferrara. He also is survived by an extended and loving family of in-laws, nieces and nephews, many friends, and all those he inspired. He will be missed greatly by all. Visitation will be held from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. on Tuesday, April 8, 2008, at LAKE LAWN METAIRIE FUNERAL HOME, 5100 Pontchartrain Blvd., New Orleans, LA. A funeral service will follow at 12:00 p.m. in the Lake Lawn Metairie Funeral Home Chapel. Interment will follow at Lake Lawn Park and Mausoleum, 5454 Pontchartrain Blvd., New Orleans, LA. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to the American Cancer Society. To sign and view the Family Guestbook, please visit www.lakelawnmetairie.com. Times Picayune 04/5/2008. **************************************** 000300 Fertic - Therman Ashley Fertic, Jr., age 71, of Tampa, FL, entered into rest Sunday, April 13, 2008. He was a native of Tampa and a veteran serving in the United States Marine Corps. He was a firefighter for the city of New Orleans, LA, from 1962 until retiring in 1978 as Fire Chief. He is survived by his daughter, Pam Nagle of Brandon, FL; son, Brett Little of Thibodaux, LA; grandson, Christopher Oberhaus; mother, Thelma Folsom Richard of Tampa; brother, James W. Fertic of Valrico, FL; and sister, Louise Fertic Roberts of Clemson, S.C. He is also survived by three loving nephews and three loving nieces. A Memorial Service will be 2:00 p.m., Tuesday, April 22, 2008 at Stowers Brandon Chapel, Brandon, FL. Times Picayune 04/20/2008. **************************************** 000301 Field - Irene A. Field passed away on Tuesday, April 1, 2008 at Ochsner Foundation Hospital. Age 75, a native of New Orleans and a resident of St. Rose for the past 10 years. Beloved wife of John T. Field. Loving mother of David Field (fiancée, Patricia Bryant) and the late Michael Field. Grandmother of Lauren Nicole Field. Daughter of the late William and Kelly N. Ratcliff. Sister of Aubrey Ratcliff of Seattle, WA and the late Cecil, Alvin, Elmer and Maria Ratcliff. 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 Saturday, April 5, 2008 at 3:00 p.m. Visitation on Saturday from 12:00 noon until time of service. Times Picayune 04/3/2008. **************************************** 000302 Fielding - Gayle Stumpf Fielding, a retired school teacher, died at her residence on Sunday morning, April 27, 2008 at the age of 74 after a long, courageous battle with Medullary Thyroid Cancer. She was a life long resident of New Orleans until moving to Slidell after Hurricane Katrina. She was preceded in death by her parents John and Myrtle Stumpf, sister Linda S. Villarrubia and niece Deneen J. Villarrubia. She will be sadly missed by her loving and devoted husband of 53 years, Philip Fielding and by her four children, Gay Fielding, Philip Fielding, Jr. (Vicki), Jay Fielding (Janel), and Jill Fielding Scully (Rhett). She is also survived by 14 grandchildren: Jeanne Fielding, Naomi Denham, Kyle Newkirk (Christian), Tyler Newkirk; Madeline, Liam, Julia Grace and Chloe' Fielding; Sean, Calvin, Eden, Shayna, Abigayle and Talia Scully; and 3 great- grandchildren; Kyler Denham, Abigail and Addyson Newkirk. She was a past president of The Well Wishers Card Club and a long time volunteer at Pendleton Memorial Methodist Hospital. Our heartfelt thanks to all the doctors and staff at M.D. Anderson Hospital, Houston, TX who took her on as a patient when local help was unavailable. Family and friends are invited to attend the funeral. Visitation will begin at 9:00 AM on Tuesday, April 29, 2008 and will last until 12 Noon when a Funeral Mass will be held in the Chapel. Interment will follow in Greenwood Cemetery. Family guestbook may be viewed and signed online at www.legacy.com. Times Picayune 04/29/2008. **************************************** 000303 Finnan - Leona Robertson Finnan, age 91 and a Chalmette resident for 55 years, passed away on Friday, March 28, 2008. She was the beloved wife of the late William George Finnan, Sr. and the daughter of the late Alzida Mailhos and William Robertson. Sister of the late Elizabeth "Bee" Taliancich. She is survived by two daughters: Sharon F. Campagna and Bonnie F. Bertelson; and one son, William George Finnan, Jr. Mother-in-law of Roger Campagna, Dan Bertelson and Fay Griffin Finnan. Grandmother of Colleen C. Scarcello, Kerry D. Campagna, Christi C. Marceaux, Kathleen C. Lopiparo, Stephanie F. Dichiara, Tara B. McCurdy and Corey Bertelson. Great-grandmother of Nicholas and Rae Scarcello, Alexis, Olivia and Taylor Marceaux, Victoria Brackett, Quinn, Daniel Trey and Kyle Campagna, Rhys Lopiparo and Mason and Logan McCurdy. Mrs. Finnan was retired from D. H. Holmes, Ltd. Department Stores and was a member of the St. Bernard Council on Aging and the Activity Club. Services for Mrs. Finnan are private. Donations may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 332 N. Lauderdale St., Memphis, TN 38105. Family and friends are invited to view and sign an online guestbook at www.legacy.com. Times Picayune 04/9/2008. **************************************** 000304 Fisher - William B. "Bill" Fisher, of Slidell, LA, passed away on Wednesday, April 2, 2008, at Slidell Memorial Hospital. Beloved husband Eloise Fisher for 68 years. Father of Ermilee Figueroa and William H. Fisher (Karen). Brother of Charles L. Fisher and the late George Fisher. Also survived by 5 grandchildren; Ermilisa F. Shipp, William B. Figueroa, Linda Figueroa, Stephanie Fisher and Rebecca Roth and 7 great grandchildren. Age 91 years; a native of New Orleans and a longtime former resident of Lacombe, LA, Mr. Fisher was a retired Steel Worker for Service Foundry, Dibert, Bancroft and Ross and Avondale Ship Yard in New Orleans. He served his country as a US Navy Seabee in WWII. He was a member of the VFW, Lacombe Post and the Fleet Reserve. 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, April 4, 2008 at 12:00pm. Visitation will be on Friday from 9:00am until 12:00pm. Interment will follow in Greenwood Cemetery in New Orleans, LA. Arrangements by Honaker Funeral Home, Inc., Slidell, LA. Times Picayune 04/3/2008. **************************************** 000305 Flores - Roby Hill Flores, age 86, went to be with the Lord on Thursday, March 27, 2008. She was born on November 29, 1921 in Jonesboro, LA, and was a resident of Metairie for many years. Roby was a loving and devoted wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother and friend. She was a devout Christian serving the Lord for many years in her church by teaching Sunday School and assisting with various activities of the church. She also conducted home Bible studies open to women of all faiths in developing a closer relationship with the Lord. For many years Roby was President of the Women's Missionary Union of Memorial Baptist Church in Metairie providing various services for children's homes and the Baptist Seaman's Mission in the New Orleans area. She also was a very active member of the Christian Women's Club. An avid gardener, Roby enjoyed her membership in the Crusader's Garden Club and won many awards for her gardens. Roby was preceded in death by her husband of 55 years, Angelo Flores; her parents, the Reverend John Hamilton Hill and Alma Shows Hill; one grandson Derek Philip Melancon; and many siblings. Survivors include daughter, Gwendolyn F. Jochum and husband Edgar, Tangela Jochum, Wesley Triche, Myranda Triche, Barbara J. Lessard and husband Darryl, Branden Lessard, Cynthia Jochum. Daughter Christina F. Simsick, Michael Salles and wife Martina, Joey Melancon, Devin Melancon, Kobie Melancon, Torin Williams. Daughter, Patricia F. Zanco, Amy M. Lawler and husband Chris, Christopher Lawler, Stephanie M. Cerise and husband Edward, Jr., Jordan Mayeaux, McKenzie Cerise. Daughter, Debra F. Blumenthal and husband Martin, Mark Blumenthal and Steven Blumenthal. One brother, Harold N. Hill and wife Betty as well as a host of nieces and nephews. Guest visitation will be Saturday, April 5, 2008 at 12:00 Noon with services at 1:00 PM at the GARDEN OF MEMORIES FUNERAL HOME, 4900 Airline Drive, Metairie, LA, with interment immediately following. Our family deeply appreciates the staff of Woldenberg Village and Odyssey Hospice for their loving care of Roby Hill Flores. Information at (504) 833- 3786. In lieu of flowers, donations in the memory of Roby Hill Flores may be made to Odyssey Hospice-New Orleans, 2800 Veterans Blvd., Suite 180, Metairie, LA 70002 or to the charity of your choice. Times Picayune 04/3/2008 **************************************** 000306 Flott - Mabel Guidroz Flott on Thursday, April 17, 2008 at 1:35 AM in her home surrounded by her children and grandchildren. Age 83 years. Beloved wife of the late Roy Flott by 2nd marriage and the late Edwin W. Guidroz, Sr. by 1st marriage. Mother of Linda Mixon, Deborah Ducoing, Sandra Hingle, Jonette Evans, Gail Hoffman, Kathy Perez, Suzanne, Lori, Edwin Jr, Ronald A, Leonard J., Warren J. and Kenneth P. Guidroz. Sister of Gloriette Kiern, Paulette Lizard, Claudette Gereighty, Robert Smith and the late Valerie Schilling, Eugene J. Jr, and Alcuin A. Smith. Also survived by 39 grandchildren, 28 great grandchildren, nieces and nephews. Daughter of the late Ida LeBreton and Eugene J. Smith. Relatives and friends, also employees of Rocky & Carlos, LA National Guard, Archbishop Hannan Manor, and United Cab Company are invited to attend the Funeral services at ST. BERNARD MEMORIAL FUNERAL HOME, 701 West Virtue Street, Chalmette, LA 70043 on Saturday, April 19, 2008 at 6:00 PM. Visitation from 3:00 PM until service time on Saturday. In lieu of flowers donations to St. Bernard Council on Aging preferred. Times Picayune 04/18/2008 **************************************** 000307 Folse - Jason Anthony Folse, age 25, of Luling, Louisiana passed away on Tuesday, April 22, 2008. Beloved son of Kim and Elvin Folse. Brother of Kayla Folse and uncle of Kade Breaux. He is also survived by his grandparents, Joan and Jerry Veazey, and James Sides; his great grandmother, Mary Powell; and many aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. Jason was preceded in death by his grandparents, Margaret and Gerard Folse; his great grandparents Edna and Clyde Sides, and John Powell; and his cousin Abigayl Breaux. Family and friends are invited to attend the Funeral Service to be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, April 26, 2008, at First Baptist Church of Luling, 921 Paul Maillard in Luling, Louisiana. A visitation will begin at the church at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday. Interment will follow at St. Charles Cemetery in Luling. To view and sign the guest book, please go to www.lakelawnmetairie.com. Times Picayune 04/25/2008 **************************************** 000308 Fontana - Peter John Fontana passed away peacefully with his wife and children by his side on Saturday, April 19, 2008 at River Regions Hospice. Age 79 years. He was born in New Orleans, Louisiana to Dominick Paul Fontana and Mary Elizabeth Fontana (Chapman) on July 25, 1928. He was the beloved husband of forty eight years to Sylvia Macaluso Fontana. Stepson of the late Thelma Fontana and William (Bill) Chapman. Loving father of Theresa Fontana McDowell; Peter Andrew Fontana; Angelo Dominick Fontana; and the late Donna Fontana Mumphrey. Father-in-law of Terri W. Fontana and James (Jim) McDowell, Jr. Devoted grandfather of Alan D. Mumphrey, Kristen and Austin McDowell; Andrew, Christy and Jennie Fontana. Great grandfather of Michael Alan Reysack, Isabella and Ashleigh Mumphrey. Godfather of Cynthia Damiens Arceament and Cheryl Fontana. Brother of Marie Fontana Wallace; Vincent and Joseph Fontana and the late Josie, Russell, Jack and Salvador Fontana. He is also survived and fondly remembered by his sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews, great-nieces, great-nephews, cousins and a host of friends. Peter was a member of the VFW post 3706; a member of the Italian-American Association of New Orleans; and a member of the Italian-American marching club of St. Bernard. He was a devoted parishioner of Our Lady of Prompt Succor Catholic Church in Chalmette, Louisiana. Mr. Fontana's family would like to express their sincere appreciation to the staff at River Regions Hospice. A journey now starts at the end of the world we kow. A path stretches to the stars, and the rivers of Memories now flow. A new song is heard far away and, The light of a different day fills the night. The trials of life resolve into peace, As a soul finds its way to the light. (By neighbor and friend Louis Tadlock.) Relatives, friends, employees of the St. Bernard Parish Government and members of the Council on Aging are invited to attend a visitation to be held at ST. BERNARD MEMORIAL FUNERAL HOME, 701 W. Virtue Street, Chalmette, LA on Wednesday, April 23rd, 2008 from 9:30AM - 12:30PM. A Funeral Mass will take place at Our Lady of Prompt Succor Church, 2320 Paris Road, Chalmette, LA beginning at 1:00PM. Burial will follow in St. Bernard Memorial Gardens. To view and sign the Family Guestbook, please visit www.stbernardmemorial.com. Times Picayune 04/22/2008. **************************************** 000309 Fontana - Rosalie "Salena" Carollo Fontana on Wednesday evening, April 16, 2008. Beloved wife of the late Luke Fontana, Sr. Salena was a co-owner of St. Christopher's Curve Inn Restaurant on old Hwy. 11 in Slidell for over 40 years. The Curve Inn was managed by Nick (Ignacio) and Matti (Matteo) Sansone. Salena and her husband were also co-owners of the Arcade Theatre in Olde Towne Slidell, along with co- owners Russell (Cy) and wife Ruby Fogg Carollo. The Arcade Theatre is now listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Selena was a parishioner of Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church, dating back to its original location on First Street. Salena is survived by her three children, Lucille Fontana Brennan, Nina Fontana Leonard and Luke Fontana, Jr.; 14 grandchildren and 23 great grandchildren. Also survived by her sisters, Louise Carollo and Sister Mary Ann Carollo, O.S.B. Salena was preceded in death by 5 brothers, Frankie, Russell (Cy), Charlie, Peter and Victor Carollo and 1 sister, Mary Carollo Siemssen. Mrs. Fontana was one of the earliest residents of the area that eventually became known as Slidell's historic "Old Towne". She was born on Carey St. on June 29, 1906. Her father, Andrea "Papa" Carollo, was the owner of Carollo's Grocery Store on the corner of Robert St. and Carey St., the site of what is now the favorite Olde Towne restaurant, K.Y.'s. Andrea Carollo was also original owner of the Arcade Theatre. Salena's pre-deceased sister, Mary Siemssen, operated the Novelty Shop on Carey St. with her husband Roy Siemssen in the 1940's through the 1960's. Salena's two brothers, Peter and Victor Carollo, became proprietors of their father Andrea Carollo's grocery store after their return from active duty during WWII. Victor eventually opened Carollo's Supermarket in Lacombe. Salena's other brother, Charlie, was the owner-operator of Carollo's Furniture Store on First St., and he later became a prominent Slidell landowner and developer. After the 1963 death of her husband, Luke Fontana, Sr., Salena became alarmed over the deterioration and abandonment of her beloved Olde Towne Slidell. She began to slowly and quietly purchase some of the fading properties in order to keep them maintained. Salena was one of the original key players in bringing back Olde Towne Slidell. Salena's only son Luke Fontana, Jr. is the executive attorney and founder of Save Our Wetlands Inc. (SOWL). Luke Fontana, Jr. states: "I owe my love of nature to my Mother. She was a gentle soul, always working in the green green garden of peace…an original flower child. Slidell is fortunate my mother blessed all of us for so many years." A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at St. Margaret Mary Catholic Church, 1050 Robert Blvd., Slidell, LA, on Saturday, April 19, 2008 at 1:00 p.m. Visitation will be at the church from 11:30 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. Interment will follow in Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church Cemetery, Slidell, LA. In lieu of flowers, the family would appreciate donations to Our Lady of Lourdes Rebuilding Fund. Arrangements by Honaker Funeral Home, Inc., Slidell, LA. Times Picayune 04/18/2008. **************************************** 000310 Forbes - Edward Forrest Forbes, Sr. passed away at his residence on Thursday April 17, 2008. Beloved and devoted husband of Patricia Daley "Patsy" Forbes after 60 years of marriage. Father of Edward Forrest Forbes Jr., Michael James Forbes, Kathleen Forbes Garaudy, Peggy Forbes Fernandez, Nancy Forbes Perone and Patricia Forbes Montgomery. Father-in-law of Kathleen and Maryanne Forbes, Glenn Garaudy, Victor Fernandez, Bruce Perone and Steve Montgomery. Son of the late Frances Beyer and Edward A. Forbes. Also survived by 19 grandchildren, other family members and many friends. Aged 82 years, a native of New Orleans, La. and a resident of Metairie, La. for the past 57 years. Mr. Forbes was a parishioner of St. Catherine of Siena Catholic Church for 57 years, a member of the Knights of Columbus and a United States Navy Veteran of WWII and the Korean War having served on the Aircraft Carrier U.S.S. Block Island and Transport Ship U.S.S.Menard. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the Funeral Mass at St. Catherine of Siena Catholic Church 105 Bonnabel Blvd. Metairie, on Monday morning April 21, 2008 at 11:00 a.m. Visitation will be held at Leitz-Eagan Funeral Home, 4747 Veterans Blvd., Metairie, LA on Sunday evening April 20, 2008 from 6:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. and after 10:00 a.m. on Monday at the church. In lieu of flowers, donations to The American Cancer Society 2605 River Rd. New Orleans, La. 70121 preferred. On line guest book available at www.legacy.com. Times Picayune 04/20/2008. **************************************** 000311 Ford - Ada Ford, born on January 28, 1906, a homemaker, who lived to a blessed 102 years passed on to be with Our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Sunday, April 6, 2008 at her residence among relatives and friends. Ms. Ada was a lifelong resident of New Orleans, a member of the Ladies Aid Society, Creole Fiesta of New Orleans and Harmony House Senior Citizens Center. Survivors include: son, Edwin Ford; daughter-in-law Earline Ford; 5 grandchildren, 10 great-grandchildren, 3 great-great-grandchildren, a host of nieces, nephews. All are invited to attend the funeral. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Friday, April 11, 2008 at St. Peter Claver Catholic Church, 1923 St. Philip St.---11:00 AM. Interment St. Roch No. 2 Cemetery. Visitation 9:00 AM at the church. CHARBONNET-LABAT-GLAPION, Directors 581-4411 Times Picayune 04/10/2008. **************************************** 000312 Ford - Annie J. Ford died on Sunday, April 13, 2008 at 7:30 pm. She was the oldest member of Plymouth Rock Baptist Church for over 40 years. Beloved wife of the late Ike Ford. Daughter of the late Rufus Johnson and Precilla Brooks Johnson. Sister of the late Vicy Parks and Mamie Whitaker. Survived by a host of nieces, nephews and other relatives and friends. A native of Water Proof, LA and a resident of New Orleans, LA for 40 years. Relatives and friends of the family, also Pastors, Officers and Members of Plymouth Rock Baptist Church, Rhema Christian Center (Baton Rouge, LA), Canaan Missionary Ministries (Baton Rouge, LA) and The Eastern Star Chapter #234 O.E.S. are invited to attend the Visitation on Saturday, April 19, 2008 at Plymouth Rock Baptist Church, 233 Hillary St., from 8:00 am until 10:00 am. Followed by Funeral Services at 10:00 am. Burial on Sunday, April 20, 2008 at 12:00 noon. Rev. Rainey L. Daniels-Pastor Officiating. Interment Union Fraternal "Panola" Cemetery- St. Joseph, LA. No Wake. You may sign the guest book on nola.com/obits. GERTRUDE GEDDES WILLIS FUNERAL HOME INC., IN CHARGE. Times Picayune 04/18/2008. **************************************** 000313 Ford - David William Ford, Sr., USAF ret, died on April 9, 2007 at his residence in Hammond. He is survived by his wife, Nancy C. Ford, 6 children, 15 grandchildren, 9 great-grandchildren, sisters and brothers. Visitation at Geisler Funeral Home in Ponchatoula on Saturday, April 12 from 11 am until the service at 1 pm. Interment on Monday at Houston National Cemetery, Houston, TX. Condolences may be expressed at www.geislerfuneralhome.net. Times Picayune 04/11/2008 **************************************** 000314 Ford - Mable Jackson Ford entered into eternal rest on Thursday, April 24, 2008 at Kindred Hospital. She was the daughter of the late John and Clara Jackson. She was the mother of Eugene Cotton III, and foster mother of James Johnson, Wayne Thomas, Robert Markee, Norvin Buggage, Rita Evans and the late Shirlean Thomas. She was the sister of the late John, Philip, Joseph, Willie, and Samuel Jackson, Mary Burton, Naomi Jackson, Ludeel, Harkless, and Daisy Ball. She also leaves 36 grandchildren, 18 great - grandchildren along with a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends. Relatives and friends of the family, also the Pastors, officers, and members of Jerusalem B.C., Ora Vista B.C., 2nd New Pleasant Zion B.C., Greater Zion B.C. and St. Mary B.C. are invited to attend a Funeral Service on Wednesday, April 30, 2008 7:00pm at Greater King Solomon - 3305 Audubon St. Host Pastor John T. White, Officiating Pastor Aldon E. Cotton. Visitation will begin at 6:00pm. Thursday May 1, 2008 Dismissal Service at 10:00am. Internment in Providence M. Park Cemetery - Metairie, LA. Arrangements by Rhodes Funeral Home, 1020 Virgil St., Gretna, LA 70053. Times Picayune 04/30/2008. **************************************** 000315 Ford - Mary Louise Ford, age 81, of Oak Grove, LA, formerly of St. Bernard Parish, died Monday, April 21, 2008 in Oak Grove, LA. A native of Picayune, MS, she worked in retail sales and was a member of the First Baptist Church of Chalmette, LA. She was preceded in death by her husband, Joe Ford; and two brothers: Bobby Johnston and Edward Johnston. Survivors include: two sons: Joe H. Ford, Jr. of Lacombe, LA and Tommy Ford of Chalmette, LA; three daughters: Libby Pulley of Chalmette, LA, Patti Stephens of Oak Grove, LA and Lisa Ford of Forest, LA; 11 grandchildren and 4 great- grandchildren. Funeral Services will be held Thursday, April 24, 2008 at 2:00 p.m. in the McDonald Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will be in the New Palestine Cemetery under the direction of McDonald Funeral Hme, Picayune, MS. The Rev. R.T. Buckley will officiate at the service. Visitation will be held on Thursday, April 24, 2008 from 11:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m. at the McDonald Funeral Home, Picyaune, MS. Obituary, Register Book, and Driving Directions can be found on the internet WEB PAGE at www.mcdonaldfh.com. McDONALD FUNERAL HOME, Picayune, Mississippi is in charge of the arrangements. Times Picayune 04/23/2008. **************************************** 000316 Forestier - Gwendolyn Mary Forestier, age 76 years, passed away on Friday, April 11, 2008 at Canon Hospice in Gulfport, Mississippi. Gwen was a native of Metairie, LA and a resident of Poplarville, MS for the past 13 years. Beloved daughter of the late Lucille Meynier Forestier and Daniel J. Forestier Sr. She was preceded in death by her brother Daniel J. Forestier and Yvonne Nash Coleman. She will be sadly missed by her sister Barbara Forestier Rodriguez, brother Wayne L. Forestier, companion Margie Burch and cousin Alan Smith. Survived by her nieces: Lisa Rodriguez Seoane, D'neil Forestier Fredella and her nephews, Stephen Rodriguez, Daniel J. Forestier III, and many aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Funeral Mass at LAKE LAWN METAIRIE FUNERAL HOME, 5100 Pontchartrain Blvd., on Monday, April 14, 2008 at 1:00 PM. Visitation to start at 11:00 AM. The Burial Service will be at Lake Lawn Park. Friends may send flowers for the service or donations to the American Cancer Society, 2605 River Rd., New Orleans, La. 70121 would be appreciated. To view and sign family guestbook, visit www.lakelawnmetairie.com. Times Picayune 04/13/2008. **************************************** 000317 Foret - Peggy Miller Foret on Wednesday, April 23, 2008. Loving and caring wife of Alfred Foret, Jr. for 47 years. A wonderful woman, wife and best friend for over 50 years. Beloved daughter of Margie Root and stepdaughter of the late Walter Root. Beloved mother of Kevin, the late Gary and David Foret. Mother-in-law of Mary T. Foret. Daughter of the late James Miller. Sister of Janell Prechter and husband Darryl Prechter. Grandmother of Ashley and Jessica Foret. Sisters-in-law and husbands: Janet and Benny Benigno, Mary Ann and Lloyd Sharfenstine ane Jo Anne and Ken Thomas. Also survived by many nieces, nephews, cousins, aunts and uncles. Granddaughter of the late Leslie and Amy Miller of Prairieville, LA. Born in Prairieville, LA and was a resident of Metairie, LA for over 50 years. Relatives and friends of the family are invited attend the Memorial Mass at Our Lady of Perpetual Help, 1908 Short Street, Kenner, LA 70062 on Monday, April 28, 2008 at 2:00 p.m. with visitation at the Church after 10:30 a.m. Interment will be private. In lieu of flowers, Masses preferred. Arrangements by Tharp- Sontheimer-Tharp, 1600 N. Causeway Blvd., Metairie, LA. Times Picayune 04/25/2008 **************************************** 000318 Forte - Conchetta Forte, a native of New Orleans, LA and a lifelong resident of St. Bernard Parish, passed away on Monday, April 14, 2008 at the age of 83. She was the beloved daughter of the late Santa Bono Forte and John Forte. Loving sister of Virginia Roger, Salvador, John and Joseph Forte and the late Vincent Forte. She is also survived and fondly remembered by numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. She will be sadly missed by us all. Relatives and friends are invited to attend a visitation to be held at ST. BERNARD MEMORIAL FUNERAL HOME, 701 W. Virtue Street, Chalmette, LA on Thursday, April 17th, 2008 from 10:00AM - 1:30PM. A funeral service will begin at 1:30PM. Burial will follow in St. Bernard Memorial Gardens. To view and sign the Family Guestbook, please visit www.stbernardmemorial.com. Times Picayune 04/16/2008. **************************************** 000319 Foss - Yvonne "Chick-A-Dee" Foss, age 63 years, passed away at her Violet, LA residence on Monday, March 31, 2008 following a long illness. She was a lifelong resident of St. Bernard Parish. Loving mother of Judith Morgan, Michael and H. Lee Perez. Also survived by her grandchildren Natasha Morgan, Michael, Dustin, Destiny, Megan and Olivia Perez and one great grandson, Dustin Perez Jr. Chick-A-Dee was also dearly loved by her companion of 25 years, William "Whip" Morgan. Sister of Alma Ann "Candy" Phillips, Marie Foss and Ida Rome. Preceded in death by her parents, Henry Foss and Alma Rome and four brothers and a sister. Also survived by nieces and nephews. Interment will be private under direction of THARP-SONTHEIMER-THARP of Metairie. Information: (504)835-2341 Times Picayune 04/6/2008. **************************************** 000320 Fowler - Ardis Carolyn Bardwell Fowler, age 81, of Marrero, LA and formerly of McComb, died Friday, April 11, 2008 at her residence. She was born April 16, 1926 in Jackson, MS. She was the daughter of Arthur Jacob "A.J." and Jessie May Bardwell. She was a retired LPN and of the Methodist faith. She was preceded in death by her parents and husband Alvin Harold Fowler. She is survived by one son and daughter-in-law, Arthur Harold and Jennie Fowler of Covington, LA; one daughter and son-in-law, Carol Lee and Scuddy Joseph Clements of Marrero, LA; one brother, Gene Paul Bardwell of Tuscaloosa, AL; four grandchildren: David Fowler and his wife Stephanie, Robert Fowler and his wife Dawn, Kevin Clements and his fiance Dana of Dallas, TX, and Jodie Clements of Marrero, LA and two great-grandchildren: Samantha Fowler of Covington, LA and William Fowler of Westwego, LA and she was a special great-grandmother to Brayden Raqueno. Graveside Services were Tuesday, April 15, 2008 at Hollywood Cemetery, McComb, MS. Times Picayune 04/16/2008. **************************************** 000321 Franz - Shelburne S. ("S.S.", or as he was affectionately known as "Paw-Paw") Franz, passed away on Saturday, April 19, 2008, at the age of 94. Paw-Paw was born July 3, 1913, in New Orleans, Louisiana to Charles and Clovina Trahant Franz. He was a retired laborer, working throughout the New Orleans area. Paw-Paw was a longtime member of the Jefferson Parish Lions Club. He is preceded in death by his parents, his wife Violet M. Franz, and their daughter JoAnn Franz Cavanaugh. Paw-Paw is survived by his three granddaughters Shelley C. Foto and husband Joey, Shannon R. Pursell and husband Glenn and Sheila M. Cavanaugh; and his beloved great grandchildren Zachary Cavanaugh, Nicole Foto, Glenn Pursell, Pascal Foto, JoAnn Galloway and Joseph Foto. A celebration of his life will be held on Saturday, May 3, 2008, from 2:00 p.m. until 5:00 p.m. in the Ballroom of the Sheraton Metairie Hotel, 4 Galleria Boulevard, in Metairie, Louisiana 70001. To sign and view the Family Guestbook, please visit www.lakelawnmetairie.com Times Picayune 04/27/2008. **************************************** 000322 Frazier - Audrain Alice Anderson Frazier (Ma-Me) on Thursday, April 17, 2008 at Ochsner Hospital, Jefferson. Daughter of the late Percy Anderson and Rose Williams Anderson. Beloved wife of the late Earl Jessie Frazier, Sr. Mother of Earl Jessie Frazier, Jr., Wendell Ray (Pollet) Frazier, Orville Jevon Frazier, Marilyn Helen F. (Joseph) Strawder, Veronica Wanda F. Woods and Deidre Lydia F. (John) Paten. Cousin of her "beloved brother" the late Rev. Joseph Williams. Sister in law of Seolia F. Beamon, Herbert Aubert, Francis, Corina, and Ervin Frazier. Also survived by 17 grandchildren, 19 great grandchildren and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Age 81 years. A life long resident of New Orleans, LA. Relatives and friends of the family, also Pastors, officers and members of Greater Evergreen Baptist Church and all neighboring churches, employees of St Charles Parish Hospital, Team Members of the Hilton New Orleans, Riverside and Airport, members of the Eastern Star, Martha Grand Chapter and Lamitie Chapter #6 OES, the International Brotherhood Union Local #130, Faculty and Staff of Benjamin Franklin Math and Science Elementary School, the Greater Arc of New Orleans, Former Faculty and Staff of Fannie C. Williams, Sarah T. Reed and Sylvanie F. Williams Schools, and the Blair Middle School and Norfolk Special Education Department both of Norfolk, VA are invited to attend the Funeral Service at Greater Evergreen Baptist Church, 2243 Clouet Street, New Orleans, LA, on Thursday, April 24, 2008 at 10:00 AM. Rev. Terrance A. Ranson, Pastor, Officiating. Interment Providence Park Cemetery, Metairie, LA. Visitation at the above named church from 8:00 AM until service time. SERVICED BY ROBOTTOM Times Picayune 04/23/2008. **************************************** 000323 Frazier - Sonja Marie Frazier peacefully passed away at the age of 51 on Saturday, March 29, 2008 at her residence in New Orleans, La. She was the daughter of Roseree Cloud Gorman, and the late Wendell Farria. Loving and devoted mother of 3 children; Gregory Thomas, Jr., David James and Marissa Tina Frazier, and 2 grandchildren. She also leaves in her memory 5 sisters; Terry Sanville, Rennette Matthieus, Tandra Gorman, Erica Cloud, Nicole Williams, and 1 brother, Israel Gorman Jr.; 5 brothers-in- law, 2 sisters-in-law, 1 daughter-in-law along with a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives, and friends. Relatives and friends of the family, Pastor, Officers and members of Greater Emmanuel Baptist Church are invited to attend the Funeral Service on Saturday, April 5, 2008 at 9:00am at Greater Emmanuel B.C. - 1803 N. Johnson Street, New Orleans, La. Rev. Robert Myers, Officiating Minister. Visitation will begin at 8:00am until service time. Burial will take place in Resthaven Cemetery, New Orleans, La. Arrangements by D.W. Rhodes Funeral Home 1728 N. Claiborne Ave. To sign the guest book, visit www.rhodesfuneral.com. Times Picayune 04/4/2008. **************************************** 000324 Fremin - Rosalie Fremin, age 94, went to be with the Lord on Thursday, April 3, 2008. She was born on January 20, 1914 in Golden Meadow, LA to Isaac and Theresa Griffin. Beloved wife of the late Milton Dantin and the late Lawrence Paul Fremin. She is survived by her three daughters, Lois Dantin Boleware (Lloyd Sr.), Sara Fremin LeBouef, and Odile Fremin Arregui and Sister Laura Griffin DeVille. Grandmother of Lloyd Jr., Catherine, Charyn, Shannon, Charlotte, Sharmyn, George and William. Also survived by 17 great- grandchildren and 1 great-great-grandchild. She retired from Foster Awning Co. in January of 1980. Her favorite hobbies were quilting, making cast nets, crocheting, and crabbing in Grand Isle. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the Funeral. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at SCHOEN FUNERAL HOME, 3827 Canal St., New Orleans, on Monday, April 7, 2008 at 10:00 am. Visitation will be on Sunday, April 6, 2008 from 6:00 pm until 9:00 pm and after 8:00 am on Monday. Interment will be in Greenwood Cemetery. Guestbook may be signed online at www.legacy.com. Times Picayune 04/5/2008. **************************************** 000325 Freret - Thomas Randolph Freret, Jr. Lafayette- Funeral services will be held at 11:30 AM, Thursday, April 17, 2008, at La Chapelle de Martin & Castille for Thomas Randolph Freret, Jr., who died at his home on Monday, April 14, 2008. He was a resident of Lafayette for the past 49 years. Mr. Freret, a native of New Orleans, was born February 2, 1929. He graduated from New Orleans Fortier High School and Tulane University. He served valiantly in the Korean War as a member of the U.S. Army. He was a longtime employee and past President of Balco Energy Oil Company. He was a member of The Petroleum Club of Lafayette and served on its Board of Directors. He was a member and past President of the Lafayette Townhouse, a past President of the Lafayette Mental Health Group, served on the Lafayette Arts Council, a member of the Lafayette Association of Petroleum Landmen, and an active participant in several Carnival Associations. An avid sailor, he was a member of the Southern Yacht Club in New Orleans as well as a Charter Member and first Commodore of the Lake Arthur Yacht Club. He loved hunting, fishing and the great outdoors. He is survived by his wife of 55 years, Laurie Anne Allen Freret, two children, Laurie Anne "Sandy" Freret, and Thomas Randolph Freret III, both of Lafayette and one grandson, Naval Petty Officer Philip Allen Champagne of New Orleans. He is also survived by a sister, Marguerite Bradburn Freret Kemp of Madisonville. He was preceded in death by his parents Marguerite Bradburn Freret and Thomas Randolph Freret, and a brother, Jack Bradburn Freret. Visitation hours will be held Thursday, April 17, 2008 from 9:00 AM until time of services at Martin & Castille Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Mr. Freret's name to Hospice of Acadiana, 2600 Johnston Street Suite 200, Lafayette, Louisiana 70503. View the obituary and guestbook online at www.mourning.com. Martin & Castille - Lafayette, 337-234-2311 Times Picayune 04/16/2008 **************************************** 000326 Frickey - Wilbert John Frickey, Jr., a native of Crown Point, LA and a resident of Houma, LA, passed away on Saturday, March 29, 2008. Beloved son of the late Adelaide Guidry and Wilbert John Frickey, Sr. (Companion Betty Dufrene). Father of Jessica C. Frickey and Joshua M. Frickey. Step-father of Victor Dardar, Brian Dardar and Chad Dardar. Beloved brother of Terry F. Drackenberg (Companion Kent Gaubert, Sr.). Uncle of the late Kent Gaubert, Jr. Maternal grandson of the late Leona Guidry and Clement Guidry. Paternal grandson of the late Henry Frickey and Irena P. Frickey. Wilbert is also survived by a host aunts, uncles and cousins. Mr. Frickey, age 51 years, loved fishing, sports, spending time with family and being outdoors. 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 Wednesday, April 2, 2008 at 12:00PM. Visitation will be held on Wednesday from 10:00AM until funeral time. Please visit the online guestbook and everlasting memorial at www.mem.com. In lieu of flowers, make donations in the name of Wilbert J. Frickey, Jr. to Bayou Region Hospice, 195 Corporate Drive, Houma, LA 70360. For information, call 341-9421. Times Picayune 04/1/2008. **************************************** 000327 Fury - Frank James Fury Jr., a native New Orleanian, aged 90 years passed away on Thursday, April 24, 2008 at 11:02 p.m. Beloved husband of Alice Dashiell Fury after 66 years of marriage. Father of Frank J. Fury III, Loraine Schlater and Robert P. Fury. Father-in-law of Norma Fury, Donald Schlater and Denise Fury. Grandfather of Stephanie Schlater Crow, Benton Donald Schlater, Matthew and Christopher Fury. Great-grandfather of Katelyn, Collin, Cooper and Caden Crow. Grandfather-in-law of Gary Crow and Nicole Schlater. Brother of John Fury Sr. and the late Philip Fury, Jeanne Fury Cozzo and Rosalie Fury Verges. Son of the late Nickolena Montalbano and Frank J. Fury Sr. Also survived by nieces and nephews. Mr. Fury was a parishioner of Our Lady of Divine Providence Catholic Church, a United States Army Veteran of WWII, a member of the Washington Artillery, helped organize the Washington Artillery Veterans Association and was also a member of the Honorable Order of St. Barbara. He worked at Air Weather Service and retired from National Food Co. after 20 years of service. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the Funeral Mass from Garden of Memories Funeral Home Chapel 4900 Airline Dr. Metairie, La. On Tuesday afternoon April 29, 2008 at 1:30 p.m. Interment in Garden of Memories Cemetery. Friends may visit from 11:30 a.m. until time of services. On line guest book available at www.legacy.com. Times Picayune 04/27/2008 **************************************** 000328 Gaines - Russell R. Gaines, Jr., age 53, entered into eternal rest on Friday, April 11, 2008. Son of the late Russell R. Gaines, Sr. He is survived by his beloved mother, Mercedes Gaines and devoted companion, Sellast Mayberry. Loving father of Demond Gaines (Shantel), Tyenicha Gaines, Kayana Gaines. Loving brother of Wanda Gaines, Kent Gaines (Tammy), Kay George (Tim), Dwight Gaines, Giselle Bertrand (Donald). Loving grandfather of Amari Glover. Also survived by a host of nieces, nephews, family and friends. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend a Funeral Mass at Our Lady Star of the Sea Church, 1835 St. Roch Avenue, on Saturday, April 19, 2008 at 10:00 A.M. Visitation will begin at 8:30 A.M. Interment in St. Roch Cemetery. Boyd-Brooks Funeral Service, LLC 3245 Gentilly Blvd New Orleans, LA 70122 (504) 282-1202 Times Picayune 04/18/2008. **************************************** 000329 Galino - Ruffino Antonio (Boozie) Galino passed away on Friday, April 18, 2008. Beloved husband of Jean Galino. Son of the late Ralph N. Galino and Clara M. Galino. Father of Sheila Fish (husband Ricky). Grandfather of Brittany Brignac and Mylie Fish. Brother of Joseph Murla, Jr. (wife Wilma), Veronica Nepomuceno, Clara G. Frechette and Eugenio Galino (wife Lana). Age 64 years. Born in New Orleans, LA and resided in Bridge City, LA for the past 31 years. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend a Funeral Mass at MOTHE FUNERAL HOME, 7040 Lapalco Blvd., Marrero, LA on Monday, April 21, 2008 at 11:00AM. Interment will follow in St. Roch Cemetery #2, New Orleans, LA. Visitation at the funeral home on Sunday from 6:00PM until 10:00PM and on Monday from 8:00AM until 11:00AM. Information: 504-366-4343. Times Picayune 04/19/2008. **************************************** 000330 Gallo - Annette Catherine Finnin Gallo courageously finished her battle with her long-term illnesses and was released to be with her Heavenly Father on Saturday, April 12, 2008 at the age of 73. She was the cherished wife of Charles J. "Bob" Gallo for over 53 years. Loving mother of Robert "Bobby" Gallo (husband of Barbara), Sandra Gallo Gibson, (Fiancee of William 'Bill' Whitney), Dionne Gallo Matherne Haun (wife of Mark) and Cheryl Gallo Livaudais (wife of Philip). Daughter of the late Annette Standige Finnin and William John Finnin. Sister of Althea St. Angelo and the late William "Bill" Finnin. She is also survived by her grandchildren, Cory, Adam & Megan Gallo; Jenna Rae & Billy Ray Gibson Jr.; Karen, Eric & Aaron Matherne; and Lily & Logan Livaudais; her great grandson, Julian Gallo and her step-grandchildren, Lane & Garrett Haun. Annette was a native of New Orleans and a longtime resident of St. Bernard Parish where she enjoyed a Charter membership with the Shangri-La organization for over 25 years. Although her illnesses made her appear frail, she possessed strength, perseverance, and an ability to overcome incredible odds and physical challenges. With her courage she has reminded us that each day is a blessing and an opportunity to create lasting memories. She will be fondly remembered as a loving and loyal wife, mother, grandmother and sister who loved her arts & crafts and treasured her family above all else. Relatives and friends are invited to attend a visitation to be held at ST. BERNARD MEMORIAL FUNERAL HOME, 701 W. Virtue St., Chalmette, LA on the evening of Wednesday April 16th from 5:00PM - 7:00PM. A funeral service will begin at 7:00PM. Burial will be private. To view and sign the Family Guestbook, please visit www.stbernardmemorial.com Times Picayune 04/15/2008 **************************************** 000331 Galloway - Madeline Martha Galloway passed away on Sunday, April 6, 2008. Beloved sister of Hubert and Houston Galloway, Lydia Sharp and Louise Dawsey. She was preceded in death by her parents, A.W. Galloway and Alice Fitzmorris Galloway; a brother, Herbert Galloway; and a sister, Nora Dart. Age 78 years, a native and lifelong resident of Covington, LA, she retired from Bellsouth Telephone Company after 25 years of service. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the Funeral Services on Tuesday, April 8, 2008 at 11:00 AM at Pilgrim's Rest Baptist Church, 20116 Hwy 1081, Covington, LA 70435. Visitation on Monday, April 7, 2008 from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM at E.J. Fielding Funeral Home, 2260 West 21st Ave, Covington, LA 70433; and AT THE CHURCH on Tuesday, April 8, 2008 from 9:00 AM until service time. Interment will follow in Pilgrim's Rest Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, Fairhaven Children's Home, Covington, LA or Pilgrim's Rest Baptist Church. Sign Guest Book online at www.ejfieldingfh.com. Times Picayune 04/7/2008. **************************************** 000332 Ganier - Katherine 'Kate' Rousseau Ganier, 83, a native of Belle Rose and a long time resident of Thibodaux, died Wednesday, April 9, 2008. Visitation will be at 8:30 am until funeral time at St. Genevieve Catholic Church in Thibodaux. A Funeral Mass will be at St. Genevieve on Saturday, April 12, 2008, funeral time at 10:00 am. Interment will be in St. Joseph Cemetery. She is survived by three sons, Paul Joseph Ganier, and wife, Margaret Charlet Ganier, Gary Leo Ganier, and wife, Susan Womack Ganier, and John Aleman Ganier; three grandsons, Matthew Gary Ganier and wife, Jill Hebert Ganier, Banjamin Douglas Ganier, and Samuel James Ganier; one great-granddaughter, Sadie Katherine Ganier; two brothers, Kenneth Hilary 'Ray' Rousseau and wife, Rosemary Boudreaux Rousseau and Cecil Rousseau, two sisters, Shirley Rousseau Soignet and husband, Lester Soignet and Faye Rousseau Naquin and husband, Norman Naquin; six nieces and nine nephews; and numerous great- nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband of fifty-six years, Lionel' Leo' Ganier; one brother Sidney Herbert Rousseau and his wife, Pearl Thibodeaux Rousseau; one sister-in-law, Marie Landry Rousseaux; and her parents, Herbert Adolph Rousseaux; and her parents, Herbert Adolph Rousseau and Cecile Aleman Rousseau. Kate graduated from Our Lady of the Lake School of Nursing in 1945. After her marriage to her loving husband, Leo in 1947, the couple relocated to Belle Chasse and began a family. In 1964 the Ganier family moved to Thibodaux to become proprietors of Hebert's Nursery where Kate happily worked for almost forty years. She taught CCD Classes at St. Genevieve and became a eucharistic minister and lector since the formation of the Houma-Thibodaux Diocese. She was a member of the Catholic Charismatic Renewal and the Come Lord Jesus Bible Group. Donation to St. Genevieve Catholic Church, 815 Barbier Avenue, Thibodaux or to a charityof your choice are preferred. Landry's Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Times Picayune 04/11/2008 **************************************** 000333 Garcia - Ernestina Garcia passed away Monday, March 31, 2008. Beloved wife of the late Jose Maria Hernandez. Mother of Maria Eugenia, Nila Edel, Orfilia Padilla, Lucila Garcia, Enecon Garcia and Alberto Hernandez, the late Elsa, Eloisa and Graciela Hernandez. Sister of Teresa and Maria Garcia, the late Marcelina Garrasco, Alberto and Arturo Garcia. Survived by 28 grandchildren, 19 Great-Grandchildren and 1 Great-Great-Grandchild. Age 87 years. A native of Honduras 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, 7040 Lapalco Blvd., Marrero, La., on Friday, April 4, 2008 at 1:00 PM. Interment Restlawn Cemetery, Avondale, La. Parlors will be open Thursday, April 3, 2008 from 6:00PM until midnight and Friday morning at 8:00AM until service time. Times Picayune 04/2/2008. **************************************** 000334 Garity - William Edward Garity of Covington, LA died peacefully on March 29 at home after a long illness. Bill was born January 23, 1923, in Catonsville, Maryland, and had just celebrated his 85th birthday at a surprise party given by all his children and grandchildren. Bill lived at Christwood Retirement Community, where he was blessed with many wonderful friends, as well as all of the caring staff at Christwood. Prior to his move to Covington ten years ago, he had lived on the Westbank of New Orleans for 25 years. Bill grew up in Knoxville, Tennessee, attended Jesuit High School in New Orleans, and graduated from the University of Tennessee with a degree in Mechanical Engineering. While at UT, he was a member of Phi Gamma Delta fraternity. He began his career with General Electric and spent his 42-year career with GE as a power transformer sales engineer, living in Philadelphia, Los Angeles, Phoenix, Chicago, and Pittsfield, Massachusetts. He retired in 1985 as the District Manager of the New Orleans sales office. He was an active volunteer throughout his life in various capacities and locales. He was actively involved in the Elfun Society, a volunteer organization of General Electric executives. He also devoted time to his church, most recently Christ Church, Covington, and previously St. Philips Episcopal Church, New Orleans. He was an avid golfer and very involved with the Louisiana Seniors Golf Tour. He loved to travel, and he journeyed over waters near and far. Bill is survived by his wife of 10 years, Erin Sullivan Wohlbruck Garity of New Orleans. He had been married to Jean Mitchell Garity of North Rose, NY, for 43 years until her death in 1991. He is also survived by three daughters, one son, three stepsons and their spouses: Susan and Francisco Zamora (VA), Nancy and Daniel Baker (CT), Cynthia and Joseph Kueck (LA), and William and Chang Garity, Jr. (CO), John Wohlbruck (NY), Jim and Nancy Wohlbruck (NJ), and Eric and Cindy Wohlbruck (TN). Bill had ten grandchildren and five great-grandchildren, whom he loved dearly. One of nine children originally, he is survived by two sisters, Grace Williams (TN) and Lucille Haywood (TN), and his brother Joseph Garity (AL). Also surviving are many beloved nieces and nephews and their children, scattered across the country. Despite the geographical distances between his children and his extended family, it was always a great joy for Bill to visit and spend time with his family. He will be greatly missed by all. A memorial service will be held on April 3rd at 10:00 am at Christ Episcopal Church in Covington followed by a reception in the Garden Room at Christwood. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the John Lohman Fund through Christwood, Christ Episcopal Church or Hospice of St. Tammany. E.J. Fielding Funeral Home Inc., 2260 W. 21st. Ave., Covington, LA 70433, entrusted with the arrangements. Sign Guest Book online at www.ejfieldingfh.com. Times Picayune 04/2/2008. **************************************** 000335 Garretson - Joseph Randolph Garretson III, On Saturday, March 29, 2008, known as Joe Boy, passed away. He was a native and lifelong resident of Pearl River, LA, he was born on August 4, 1939. He was an avid hunter and fisherman his entire life. Joy Boy was a devoted and loving husband, father and grandfather. He is survived by his wife of 38 years, Delphine Cooper Garretson; a son, Jason R. Garretson and his wife, Stephanie; a daughter, Lacie G. Lingo and her husband, Billy Lingo. He is also survived by 3 grandchildren: Madison Lingo, Sophia Lingo and Tristan Pyles; and 4 sisters: Eldress Hankins, Fleeta Sadler, Lottie Harper and Vonnie Evans. He was preceded in death by his parents: Joseph R. II and Eldress Garretson; and 2 brothers: Willy Garretson and Eugene Miller. Funeral Services will be held on Wednesday, April 2, 2008 at 11:00 a.m. from the Chapel of D.T. Williams Funeral Home, 67525 Hwy. 41, Pearl River, LA. Rev. Haskell Dunn, officiating. Visitation on Tuesday, April 1, 2008 at the Fuenral Home from 6:00 till 9:00 p.m. and on Wednesday from 9:00 a.m. till service time. Interment to follow at Crawford Cemetery, Pearl River, LA. Times Picayune 04/1/2008. **************************************** 000336 Gendusa - Marion Gendusa passed away on Sunday, April 20, 2008 at East Jefferson General Hospital. She was 79. Beloved wife of the late Anthony D. Gendusa, Sr. for 49 years. Mother of Frank J. Gendusa, Steven J. Gendusa, Phyllis A. Mues and the late Anthony D. Gendusa, Jr. Daughter of the late Benjamin J. Jones and Florence Richards Jones. Sister of the late Wyndam, Gladys and Carrie Jones. Also survived by 12 grandchildren and 12 great grandchildren. A Funeral Mass will be held at Leitz-Eagan Funeral Home, 4747 Veterans Blvd., near Clearview Pkwy., on Wednesday, April 23, 2008 at 12:00 noon. Visitation will begin at 9:30 a.m. Interment will be in Garden of Memories Cemetery. The online guestbook is available at www.legacy.com. For information, please call 504-888-8440. Times Picayune 04/22/2008. **************************************** 000337 George - Ruth Francis George departed this life for her heavenly home on Friday, April 25, 2008 at 2:30 a.m. at Baton Rouge General Hospital at the age of 86. Daughter of the late Edward and Ruth Francis. Devoted wife of the late Rev. Fellman George, Sr. Mother of Ruth G. Taylor, Fellman Jr. ( Margie), Emile, Glenn (Stephina), Alvin (Gail), Linda G. Holmes, Joseph (Phoebe) and Bruce (Bridget) George. Sister of Edward (Lois) and Donald (Ernestine) Francis, Gloria Badon and Margaret Preston. Also survived by 17 grandchildren, 17 great grandchildren, 1 great-great grandson and a host of relatives and friends. Relatives and friends of the family, also Pastors, officers and members of the Greater Carver, Franklin Ave. Baptist, Hosanna Fellowship and neighboring churches; employees of NOPS- Schaumburg, EBRPPS, ILA, Local 3000, Diamond Foods, Bricklayers Local 6, IEM, Inc. and Autozone are invited to attend the Funeral Service at Greater Carver B.C., 3343 Metropolitan St., on Friday, May 2, 2008 at 10:00 a.m. Visitation will begin at 9:00a.m. Interment: Biloxi Nat'l Cemetery. Arrangements by D.W. Rhodes Funeral Home, NOLA. Times Picayune 04/30/2008 - 5/1/2008. **************************************** 000338 Giardina - Mary Giardina passed away on Tuesday, April 1, 2008. Daughter of the late Anthony and Josephine (Joe) Giardina. Sister of the late Vincent, Lena and Tony Giardina. Cousin of Shirley Todd. Forever missed by Don and Peggy and neighbors and friends of The Monteleon hotel. Age 96 years. A native and life-long resident of New Orleans. Services will be private. ARRANGEMENTS BY SCHOEN FUNERAL HOME. Times Picayune 04/20/2008. **************************************** 000339 Giarrusso - Zona Turnoy Giarrusso died Wednesday, April 9, 2008, age 84, at Our Lady of the Lake Regional Medical Center, after a brief illness. Visiting at Lake Lawn Metairie Funeral Home in New Orleans, Friday, April 11 from 1 p.m. until services at 3 p.m. conducted by Rev. Leslie Akin of Luke 10:27, A Community of Faith of Denham Springs, with a eulogy to be recited by Rev. Jerry Komorech of Glen Ellyn, Illinois. Burial follows in Metairie Cemetery. A retired Master Counselor with the Louisiana Department of Labor, she served for 34 years in the New Orleans and Chalmette offices of Employment Security before retiring at age 80 due to poor health. Born Oct. 17, 1923 in Fargo, North Dakota, she grew up in Chicago, served in the U.S. Navy during World War II, where she met her husband, and made New Orleans her home upon her marriage. She held bachelors and masters degrees from the University of New Orleans. Survived by daughter and son-in-law Jerel M. Giarrusso and Ted Hansen of Port Hudson; daughter and son- in-law Joel I. Giarrusso and Malcolm Sharp of Fayetteville, Arkansas; son and daughter-in-law Peter James and Michele Giarrusso of Denham Springs, and beloved stepdaughter and son-in-law Judy and Douglas G. Hansen of Auburn, Washington; grandchildren Graham Hansen, Elena Hansen Russo and husband Michael Russo, all of Baton Rouge; twins Thomas and Eric Sharp of Fayetteville and Cori Lynn, Sarah Jean and Adam Peter Giarrusso of Denham Springs. Survived also by her sisters-in-law Catherine Giarrusso of Hahnville and Jule Turnoy, niece Sioux Turnoy Warfield, and nephew Bernard I. Turnoy, all of Chicago, as well as a host of native New Orleans nieces and nephews; and her dear friends, Milton and Roslyn Fingerman of Metairie. Preceded in death by husband of 50 years, Dr. Alfred Peter "Pete" Giarrusso, brother Herbert Turnoy and parents, Isaac and Celia Turnoy. Many thanks to the warm and caring staff of Southside Gardens Assisted Living Center in Baton Rouge for their years of care and to the doctors, nurses and staff of the OLOL MSCC Unit for their exemplary efforts during her final days. Memorial donations may be made to a charity of choice, ORT America or Temple Shalom of Northwest Arkansas Building Fund, P.O. Box 3723, Fayetteville, Arkansas 72702. To sign and view the Family Guestbook, please visit www.lakelawnmetairie.com. Times Picayune 04/11/2008 **************************************** 000340 Gilbert - Betty Louise Willson Gilbert went home to be with her Lord on April 23, 2008. Born in New Orleans on September 1, 1928, she was a resident of Jefferson Parish for the last 58 years. Beloved daughter of the late Lewis M. and Myrtle Laird Willson. Devoted mother to Betty Jo Porter, the late Joseph H. Gilbert III, and Rose Anne Gilbert. Grandmother to Christopher Scott Gilbert, Brandy Wamala, David L. Porter, Joseph M. Gilbert, Daniel K. Porter, Nicholas W. Gilbert and Aaron M. Gilbert. Mother-in-law to David F. Porter, Faye Gilbert and Michael W. Gilbert. Great- grandmother of five, Brittany, Jordan, Thomas, Nathaniel and Nehemiah. Mrs. Gilbert was a 30 year veteran of the Jefferson Parish Assessor's office until her retirement in 1999. She enjoyed teaching Sunday School and Vacation Bible School at various churches throughout her life. She served her Lord faithfully. Friends and family are invited to celebrate her homegoing at Leitz-Eagan Funeral Home, 4747 Veterans Boulevard, Metairie, from 6:00-9:00 pm on Sunday, April 27, 2008. Visitation will continue at 9:00-11:00 am on April 28, 2008 at Parkview Baptist Church, 6301 Camphor Street, Metairie, with the service at 11:00 am. Interment at Amite Cemetery in Amite, LA at 2:00 pm. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to RHEMA International, P.O. Box 6447, Sevierville, TN 37864-6447 or Parkview Baptist Church (above address). Please sign on line guest at www.legacy.com. Times Picayune 04/26/2008 **************************************** 000341 Gill - Homer Wilson Gill, 74 years old of Independence, LA, died Saturday, April 12, 2008 in Independence, Homer was born on Saturday, April 14, 1934 in Roseland. He was a retired Merchant Marine. Surviving are ; 2 daughters, Victoria Allison Gill Pickering, Rhonda Denise Gill; 2 sons, Homer Wilson Gill Jr., Kimball Everette Gill; sister, Irene Bryant; 2 brothers, Lewis Gill, James "Tiny" Gill; grandchildren, Haley Pickering and Grant Gill; great- grandchild, Bella Murr. He is preceded in death by ; parents; Wilda Cutrer Gill and Lee Gill, siblings; Roy Gill, Angie Ferrara, Agnes Adams, Evelyn Gill and Carl Gill. Friends will be received Wednesday, April 16, 2008, at the Harry McKneely & Son Funeral Home in Hammond from 11:30a.m. until services. Services will be held in the funeral home chapel Wednesday, April 16, 2008 at 1:00p.m. with Rev. Mitch Williams officiating. Interment will follow in the Green Oaks Cemetery, Baton Rouge, Louisiana. In lieu of flowers please make donations to the American Diabetes Foundation, 808 N. Causeway Blvd. Metairie La. 70001. An on-line Guestbook is available at http://www.harrymckneely.com Times Picayune 04/15/2008. **************************************** 000342 Giorgio - Mary Giandalia Giorgio, age 87 died on Friday April 11, 2008. Mother of Geraldine (Gerry) Grasso and the late Charlene Eckman. Grandmother of Michael Grasso and Lori Aleman and husband Raymond Aleman, Jr. Great Grandmother of Sarah Aleman. Preceded in death by 4 brothers and 5 sisters. A native of New Orleans and a resident of Metairie. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Memorial Mass at The Garden of Memories Funeral Home Chapel, 4900 Airline Dr., Metairie on Thursday April 17, 2008 at 2:00 PM. Inurnment to follow in the Garden of Memories Cemetery. Visitation from 1:00 PM until 2:00 PM. Times Picayune 04/16/2008 **************************************** 000343 Giovengo - Joseph Louis Giovengo, Jr., passed away on Friday, April 4, 2008. Age 44 years. A native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Westwego, LA. Joseph was a proud United States Army Veteran and was known by many for his talent in construction. Beloved father of Paul and Lauren Giovengo. Son of the late Joseph Giovengo, Sr. and Geraldine Key Giovengo. Brother of Thomas Giovengo, Sr., Richard Manasco and Diana Bonvillan. Also survived by nieces and nephews. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the Funeral Service at CLARK-DUCOTE FUNERAL HOME CHAPEL, 9611 Highway 23 (two blocks north of the Belle Chasse Naval Air Station) on Monday, April 14, 2008 at 1:00 P.M. Interment will follow in Restlawn Memorial Park Cemetery. Visitation will also be on Monday from 9:00 A.M. until time of service at the funeral home. For directions and to view and sign the Family Guest Book, please visit us at www.clarkducote.com. Times Picayune 04/13/2008. **************************************** 000344 Glasper - Larry Don Glasper, age 57, departed this life on Thursday, April 10, 2008 at Tulane University Hospital. Son of the late Ida Young Glasper and David Blain Glasper. Father of Nikisha Glasper of Stockton, CA. Beloved brother of Dorothy W. Thornton and Janice G. Whitfield. Devoted uncle of Vercey T. Renard (Pernell), Malcolm J. Whitfield, Jr. and Anthony B. Whitfield. Also susrived by a host of caring aunts, cousins, great-nieces, great-nephews, other relatives and friends. Mr. Glapser was a U.S. Army Veteran and a retired Bell Systems employee. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Funeral Service at the Fifth African Baptist Church, 3419 S. Robertson St., New Orleans, LA on Saturday, April 19, 2008 at 10:00 a.m. Visitation will be from 9:00 a.m. until 10:00 a.m. Interment will be in Mt. Olivet Cemetery. Pastor Dale J. Sanders, Sr., officiating. Arrangements by D.W. Rhodes Funeral Home, 1020 Virgil St., Gretna, LA. Times Picayune 04/18/2008. **************************************** 000345 Glinky - Emanuel J. Glinky, age 79 years, died on Sunday, April 13, 2008. Husband of Adelaide P. Glinky and by first marriage to the late Vivian Bromberg Glinky. Father of Bonnie Blackman and husband Dr. Harris Blackman; Michael J. Glinky and wife Deborah B. Glinky. Brother of the late Mildred Dorothy Glinky Ungar. Son of the late Rose Ida Lavigne and Dave Glinky. Grandfather of Rachel and Valerie Blackman, Erica Ann and Amanda Glinky. Funeral Services will be held on Monday, April 14, 2008 at 2:00 PM from the Jefferson home of THARP-SONTHEIMER-THARP, 1600 N. Causeway Blvd. at 43rd Street, Metairie with Rabbi Robert Loewy officiating. Visitation on Monday from 1:00 PM until service time. Interment in Chevra Thilim Cemetery - Canal Street. Kindly omit flowers. Memorials to Cancer Crusaders or Hadassah. Information: (504) 835-2341 Times Picayune 04/14/2008. **************************************** 000346 Goens - James Clifford Goens, Jr. passed away on Sunday, April 27, 2008. Beloved husband of the late Rose Mary Tuminello Goens by first marriage and Hilda Dugas by second marriage. Father of James Clifford (Robin) Goens III and Marianne (Mike) Levy. Step-father of Kathleen (Thomas) Egan and Aaron (Linda) Harper. Brother of Robert (Pat) L. Goens and the late Rita Alice Vogt. Son of the late James Clifford Goens Sr. and Mary Taravella Goens. Also survived by 10 grandchildren, 17 great-grandchildren, and 1 great- great-grandchild. Veteran of the United States Army and recipient of the Purple Heart. Age 87 years and a native of Gretna, LA. Relatives and Friends of the Family, also members of Holy Name of Mary Church Nucleus, American Legion Post 218, VFW Post 2131, Shriners Jerusalem Temple, Jerusalem Clown Unit, and Boaz Social Club are invited to attend a Funeral Mass in the Chapel of MOTHE FUNERAL HOME, 2100 Westbank Expwy, Harvey, LA, on Thursday, May 1, 2008 at 3 PM. Interment will be private. Parlors will be open Thursday from 1:30 PM until Mass time. Information: 366- 4343. Times Picayune 04/30/2008. **************************************** 000347 Goldstein - David R. Goldstein, age 92 years, died at New Orleans, LA on Wednesday, April 2, 2008. Husband of the late Esther Belle Goldstein. Father of Harold G. Goldstein and the late Daniel Goldstein. Grandfather of Lauren Elizabeth and Katherine Clark Goldstein. Mr. Goldstein was a native of Cleveland, OH and a resident of New Orleans for over 70 years. He was a U.S. Navy veteran during World War II and was the recipient of the Purple Heart. Graveside services will be held on Monday, April 7, 2008 at 4:00 PM from Hebrew Rest Cemetery No. 3, Frenchmen at Pelopidas Streets with Rabbi Edward P. Cohn officiating. Kindly omit flowers. Memorials to your favorite charity suggested. THARP-SONTHEIMER-THARP of Metairie in charge of arrangements. Information: (504) 835-2341 Times Picayune 04/6/2008. **************************************** 000348 Gomez - Cody Ray Gomez passed away on Monday, April 7, 2008. Beloved son of Terri Walker Gomez and Cary James (Norma) Gomez. Brother of Chance James Gomez, Brittany Newby, and Robin "Chuckie" Newby. Paternal grandson of Stanley and Elmarell Gomez. Maternal grandson of Larry Ray Walker and Mary Moore Walker. Age 15 years. A native of New Orleans, LA and resident of Harvey, 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 Tuesday, April 15, 2008 at 9:00 AM. Interment Westlawn Memorial Park Cemetery, Gretna, LA. Visitation will be Monday evening from 6:00 PM until 9:00 PM. Donations preferred to the Cody Gomez Memorial Fund at any branch of Capital One Bank. For funeral information, please call 366- 4343. Times Picayune 04/13/2008. **************************************** 000349 Gonzales - Mary Elaine Gonzales passed away on Tuesday, February 27, 2007 at her St. Bernard residence at the age of 71. She was the wife of Alfred F. Gonzales. Mother of Cherrie Pansano, Alfred F. Gonzales Jr., Janice McLoughlin and the late Fay Bourg. Grandmother of Melisa (Dwayne), Dana (Marc), Alfred III, Ginger, Joshua, Valerie and Eric. Great grandmother of Dwayne, Gavin, Courtney, Matthew, Haley, Even, Emily, Mea, Felica, Cameron, Morgan Elaine and the late Hanna. Mother-in-law of Jerald Pansano and Stan McLoughlin. She was the daughter of the late Daniel and Madeline Evans. She was a homemaker and lifelong resident of St. Bernard Parish. Relatives and friends are invited to attend a memorial gathering to be held at St. Bernard Catholic Church, 2805 Bayou Road, St. Bernard, LA, on Wednesday, April 30th from 12:00PM - 1:45PM. A graveside service will take place at St. Bernard Catholic Cemetery beginning at 2:00PM. To view and sign the Family Guestbook, please visit www.stbernardmemorial.com. Times Picayune 04/29/2008. **************************************** 000350 Goutierez - Terry Lee Goutierez, 50, a resident of Hendersonville, NC, went home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, March 26, 2008. He was the beloved son of Audrey V. Goutierez and the late Leon Victor Goutierez. In addition to his loving mother, he is survived by his two beloved brothers, Col. Leon Edwin, Wayne Kent; one beloved sister, Terese; two nephews, Zachary and Chad. A memorial service will be held Friday, April 4, 2008 at 2:30 p.m, at Mountain Home Baptist Church, Sugarloaf Mtn. Road, Edneyville, NC. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to Mountain Home Baptist Church, P.O. Box 288, Edneyville, NC 28727. Forest Lawn Mortuary is assisting the family with the arrangements. Times Picayune 04/3/2008. **************************************** 000351 Graham - Evola Graham on Friday, April 4, 2008 at approximately 5:50am at age 77, an angel was dispatched from Heaven and summoned Sis. Evola Graham to her eternal home in Glory. On November 30, 1930, Sis. Evola Graham was born to the late Arthur Graham and Lurena Spiggins Graham in Basile, Louisiana. Sis. Graham leaves to cherish her memories: two children, Elisha Parker Jr. of Port Arthur, TX, and Priscilla P. Malone of Murfreesboro, TN. She is also survived by one step-daughter Patricia Jones of Eria, PA, six grandchildren, five great-grandchildren, six step grandchildren, seventeen step great-grandchildren and six step great, great-grandchildren. She had three sisters and two brothers, three god children and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Family and friends of the states of Louisiana and Texas, Nashville, TN, Mt. Juliet, TN, Lebanon, TN; pastors, officers, and friends of the family are invited to the celebration of Evola Graham on Saturday, April 19, 2008 at St. John Institutional Missionary Baptist Church, 2538 Jackson Ave., N.O., LA. Service begins at 10:00AM; Visitation starts at 8:00AM until service time. Arrangements by D. W. Rhodes Funeral Home, 1728 N. Claiborne Ave. New Orleans, LA. Visit www.rhodesfuneral.com and sign the guestbook. Times Picayune 04/18/2008. **************************************** 000352 Grant - Alexandra Sidonie "Sisi" Grant, age 25, of Charleston, SC, died Thursday, April 3, 2008 in an automobile accident. She was born in New Orleans, LA, the daughter of Dr. Gregory Grant and Joan Arbour Grant on Easter Sunday, April 11, 1982. Sisi was a graduate of T.C. Roberson High School in Asheville, NC where she was a Tennis Champion. She was attending the College of Charleston and at the time of her death was an Honor Student at Trident Technical College in Charleston. She will always be known as a person who loved her friends, all animals, music and the beach. She had a had a passion for learning and an infectious sense of humor. The most important love in her life was her family. Sisi will remain a devoted daughter and a wonderful sister, sister-in-law, granddaughter, niece and cousin. Surviving are her parents, Dr. Gregory and Joan Grant of Asheville, NC; a sister, Dominique Grant Godfrey and her husband, Nicholas of Charleston, a half brother, Dr. Gregory M. Grant of Phoenix, AZ, grandmother, Mrs. Edgar Arbour of New Orleans, LA, uncles: Edgar Arbour and family, John Arbour and family both of Mandeville, LA, Van Grant and family of Lawrenceville, KS, Brooke Grant and family of Salt Lake City, UT, aunt, Pamela Grant and family of Phoenix, AZ, uncles: Jolyon Grant and family of Phoenix, AZ, Land Grant and family of New York, NY and Skyelor Grant and family of Phoenix, AZ. She is also survived by her two cats that she so dearly loved, George and Zealand. Her Mass of Christian Burial was held at 10:00 AM, Saturday, April 5, 2008 at Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church in Charleston, SC. The Rite of Committal was private. Memorials may be made to Pet Helpers, 1430 Folly Rd., Charleston, SC 29412. Arrangements handled by the JAMES A. McALISTER FUNERAL HOME, 1620 Savannah Hwy., Charleston, SC 29407, (843) 766-1365. Visit guest book at www.charleston.net/deaths Times Picayune 04/13/2008. **************************************** 000353 Green - Catherine Green was escorted peacefully by God's angels into eternal rest on Wednesday, March 26, 2008. Mother of Charles and Catrina Jacobs. Grandmother of Markenna Sims. Former wife of Charles Jacobs, Sr. Friend and lifelong companion of Glenn Green. Also survived by 5 sisters, 6 brothers, and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Age 61 years, a native of New Orleans, La. and a resident of Houston, Tx. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the Funeral Service at Davis Mortuary Service, 6820 Westbank, Marrero, La., on Saturday, April 5, 2008 at 10:00a.m. Visitation will begin at 8:30a.m. until service time at the above named parlor. Interment: Restlawn Park Cemetery-Avondale, La. Arrangements by Davis Mortuary Service 230 Monroe St. Gretna, La. Times Picayune 04/4/2008. **************************************** 000354 Green - Charles Thomas Green, proprietor of Green's Pest Control, entered into his eternal life on Sunday, March 30, 2008. Age 86. He was a W.W. II Veteran and he retired from Chase Metal and Brass Company. Beloved son of the late Clarence and Celesine Green. Beloved husband of the late Hilda R. Green. Father of Charles W. and Ricardo Green, Josette Dabney and Kim Green Sampson and the late William, Tyrone, Clyde and Gary Green. Father-in-law of Tony, Denise, Pat, Loretta, Iris Green; Shirley Gonzales, Charles Dabney and Gary Sampson. Brother of Richard and Herbert Green and the late Martin and Leonard Green, Coralie Edwards and Juanita Castillo. Also survived by 19 grandchildren, 16 and one on the way great grandchildren and a host of other relatives and friends. Preceded in death by one grandchild, Charles Wayne Green, Jr. A native of New Orleans, LA. Relatives and friends of the family, also Priest and Parishioners of St. David Catholic Church are invited to attend the Visitation on Saturday, April 5, 2008 at St. David Catholic Church, 5617 St. Claude St., from 8:30 am until 10:00 am. Followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 10:00 am. Interment Westlawn Cemetery- Gretna, LA. No wake. You may sign the guest book on nola.com/obits. GERTRUDE GEDDES WILLIS FUNERAL HOME INC., IN CHARGE. Times Picayune 04/4/2008. **************************************** 000355 Green - Cuedette (Qudie) Mahoney-Green departed this life on Thursday, April 17, 2008 at the age of 52. She was a native of New Orleans and a resident of St. Bernard Parish. Devoted wife of August (Jay) Green. Daughter of the late Edward and Bernice Douglas Mahoney. Mother of Vickitress (Derron) Green Jones. Grandmother of Derronisha Green Jones. Stepmother of Keyshawn and Keimond Hill. Granddaughter of the late Daniel and Mary Sanchez Douglas. Sister of Reynell M. Celestine, Elizabeth M. Richardson, Leslie W. Hughes, Songia W. Rabee, Janet A. Jones, Joseph Williams, James and Don Mahoney and the late Geraldine M. Peters, Ernest P. Johnson, June, Bernice, and Edward Mahoney. She is also survived by 3 sisters-in-law, 6 brothers-in-law, 4 godchildren and a host of aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Relatives and friends of the family, also Pastors and members of Corinne Missionary Baptist Church and all neighboring churches; employees of St. Bernard Parish Government and Health Center, Ochsner Clinic Foundation, and Capital One Bank are invited to attend the Funeral Service on Saturday, April 26, 2008 at 11:00am at Corinne M.B.C., 5620 E. Judge Perez Dr. Dr. John Bailey, Jr. officiating. Visitation will be from 10:00am until 11:00am. Interment: Merrick Cemetery. Arrangements by Rhodes, 1716 N. Claiborne Ave. Times Picayune 04/25/2008. **************************************** 000356 Green - Lena Annie (Mama Dear) Green, age 88, entered eternal peace on Sunday, April 13, 2008 at Ochsner Foundation Hospital. The daughter of the late Ruben and Annie Coleman Spears. She was the loving wife of the late Jessie Green Sr. She leaves to cherish 3 loving children: Ferry Dean, Charles and Jessie all of New Orleans, LA; a grandson she reared as her own, Michael Williams; 20 grandchildren, 48 great grandchildren, a devoted nephew, Gregory Blue; a devoted daughter-in-law, Diane Green; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents; and 3 children: Annette, Gloria and Bernell Green. Relatives and friends of the family, also pastor, officers and members of Second Mount Triumph M.B.C. are invited to attend the Funeral Services from Second Mount Triumph Missionary Baptist Church, 3508 Washington Ave., New Orleans, LA on Saturday, April 19, 2008 at 12:00 noon. Pastor George Jones, officiating. Viewing will begin at 10:00 a.m. Interment: Gordon Richardson Cemetery, Amite, LA Richardson Funeral Home of Jefferson in charge of arrangements. Times Picayune 04/18/2008 **************************************** 000357 Greene - Elizabeth Ann Greene On March 31, 2008 our dear Mother, Grandmother and Mother-in-Law, Betty Greene, passed from this earth to a more peaceful place. She celebrated more that 92 wonder-filled years of life. Born and raised in Philadelphia, in 1953 Betty moved to New Orleans where she and her husband, Tom, raised their three children, Suzy, Tommy, and Steve. Most recently, Betty lived in Denver to be near her daughter, Suzy. She was a lifelong learner - always interested in the latest ways of thinking, modern styles and innovative art. She was the perfect volunteer, adding her ideas and enthusiasm to various senior groups as well as to Tulane University's Medical Center Auxiliary. She was very active at Parkplace while in Denver and especially loved their Tuesday evening current event talks and the inspiring poetry classes. She is preceded in death by her husband, Thomas A Greene, and her loving son, Thomas A Greene, Jr. She is survived by her daughter, Suzanne Greene Combs and her son-in-law, Richard Combs of Denver. Also missing his dear mother is her son, Stephen Hunt Greene and her daughter-in-law, Holle Greene, of Flower Mound, Texas. Her grandchildren, Samantha Wayne of San Francisco, Andy Wayne of Baltimore, and Patricia and Michael Greene of Flower Mound will always remember "Grandmother and Gommy" as a loving, caring and teaching grandparent. A Memorial Service will be held at Hope Mausoleum on April 19th at 11:00. In lieu of flowers please make donations to: The Denver Public Library, Bridge House of New Orleans, or The Colorado Coalition for the Homeless. Times Picayune 04/14/2008. **************************************** 000358 Griffin - Catherine H. Griffin, age 63, a native of New Orleans, LA and resident of Independence, LA, passed away on Sunday, April 20, 2008. Survived by: husband, Melvin Griffin, Sr.; 3 sons: Melvin Griffin, Jr., Byron Keith Griffin and Kevin Lemond Griffin; daughter, Cassandra G. Covington; and 9 grandchildren. Visitation on Saturday, April 26, 2008 from 9:00 until 11:00 a.m. at Second Free Mission Baptist Church, New Orleans, LA. Funeral Service at the Church on Satuday at 11:00 a.m. Conducted by Rev. Dr. Warren J. Ray, Jr. Burial will be in Mount Olivet Cemetery (in Gentilly), New Orleans, LA. RICHARDSON FUENRAL HOMES of Amite, LA in charge of arragnements. Times Picayune 04/25/2008. **************************************** 000359 Griffin - Mary "Mercedes" Davis Roy Griffin entered into eternal rest on Thursday, April 3, 2008. Age 85. She was a lifelong resident of Algiers, LA. Beloved mother of James (Louise) Roy of New Orleans, LA, John Roy of Lafayette, LA, Edward (Diane) Roy of Aurora, CO, Howard Griffin, Jr. of New Orleans, LA and Glenn (Patricia) Griffin of California. Preceded in death by: first husband, Burna Roy, Sr.; by second husband, Howrd Griffin, Sr.; her parents: Eugene Davis and Idella Payton Davis; a son, Burna Roy, Jr.; and sister, Eugenia Edmond. Also survived by a devoted cousin, Richard Mack; godchild, Paulette Jones; friend, Georgia Slaughter; 11 grandchildren, 18 great- grandchildren, a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Relatives and friends of the family; pastors, officers ad members of Second Good Hope, First African 6th Dist. and Pilgrim Progress Baptist Churches and All Saint Catholic Church; employees of Sears Roebuck, AKZO Nobel, New Orleans Police Dept., Drug Enforcement Agency Denver, Denver Police Dept., HSS Security Services at Denver Airport, 377th TSC, U.S. Army Reserve, JoEllen Smith Convalescent Center, Ortho Synthetic, VFW Post #2403 and District 1, Ladies Perseverance Benevolence Assoc., All Saints Golden Age and Authur Monday Senior Center are invited to attend the Funeral Services on Thursday, April 10, 2008 at 11:00 a.m. at Second Good Hope B.C., 800 Elmira Ave., Algiers, LA. Rev. Arthur Wardworth, Jr. - officicating. Visitation will begin at 9:00 a.m. Interment: Restlawn Cemetery, Avondale, LA. Arrangements by Murray Henderason Funeral Home, 1209 Teche St., New Orleans, LA 70114. Times Picayune 04/9/2008. **************************************** 000360 Griffin - Mother Corinne Griffin State Supervisor of Women Eastern Louisiana Jurisdiction No. 1 Mother Corinne Griffin departed this life peacefully on Monday, March 31, 2008 at the age of 76. She was state supervisor of Women Eastern Louisiana Jurisdiction No. 1 and a member of Manhattan Church Of God In Christ, Supt. Nathaniel Griffin Jr. Pastor. She was a devoted wife, mother and grandmother. She leaves to cherish her memories a devoted husband, Superintendent Nathaniel Griffin Jr.; five sons Gerald Sr. (Carrie), Nathaniel III (Linda), James Clifford (Shirley), James Jerome (Gail), Wayne (Pauline); one daughter Patricia Ann (Joseph); 21 grandchildren; 21 great grandchildren and 1 great-great granddaughter Paris Earls. She also leaves to cherish her memories one Aunt Essie Richard, 4 Godchildren, other relatives, her church family and friends. Preceded in death by her mother Mrs. Corinne Campbell. Visitation Friday, April 4, 2008 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM Richardson Funeral Home of Jefferson 11112 Jefferson Hwy. River Ridge, LA 70123 Funeral Services Saturday, April 5, 2008 Visitation 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM Service 10:00 AM W.K. Gordon Prayer Center Church Of God In Christ 8930 Plank Rd. Baton Rouge, LA 70811 Bishop James Earl Gordon Officiating Interment McDonoghville Cemetery 520 Hancock St. Gretna, LA 70053 Because of the Katrina devastation, in lieu of flowers, please send donations to Manhattan Church Of God In Christ, 5216 Mt. Shasta Drive, Marrero, LA 70072. Richardson Funeral Home of Jefferson in charge of arrangements. Times Picayune 04/4/2008. **************************************** 000361 Grillot - Marie Louise Baudean Grillot, on Monday, March 31, 2008, in Springhill, LA. Beloved wife of Sidney Louis Grillot, Jr. Mother of Sidney L., III, Russell C. and Richard M. Grillot. Daughter of the late Louis Henry Baudean and Corinne Trepagnier. Sister of Louis H. Baudean, Jr. Also survived by 9 grandchildren and 11 great grandchildren. Age 87 years. A native and lifelong resident of New Orleans until she relocated to Springhill, LA because of Hurricane Katrina. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the Funeral. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated in the Chapel of SCHOEN FUNERAL HOME, 3827 CANAL ST., New Orleans, at 1:30 pm, on Thursday, April 3, 2008. Friends may visit after 11 am on Thursday. Interment in St. Louis Cemetery No. 3. In lieu of flowers, Masses preferred. Guestbook may be signed online at www.legacy.com. Times Picayune 04/2/2008. **************************************** 000362 Gross - Dorothy Singleton Gross on Thursday, April 17, 2008 at East Jefferson Hospital, Metairie, LA. Beloved daughter of the late Ben, Sr. and Ophelia Singleton. Wife of the late Richard B. Gross. Loving mother of Regina G. Bradley, Arlene D. and Lisa A. Gross and the late Paulette M. Gross. Sister of Ben (Mary) Singleton, Jr., the late Wilson Singleton, Ethel M. Washington and O'Neal Singleton. Beloved grandmother of Derrick B. and Derrel A. Bradley. Sister-in-law of Stephen D. (Daphne) Gross, Sr. and Harold (Octavia) Gross. Also survived by a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Age 73 years. A native of Killona, LA and a resident of Hahnville, LA Relatives and friends of the family, also pastors, officers and members of True Vine Baptist Church and all neighboring churches, members of the Household of Ruth #1346, employees of WalMart Corporation, St. Charles Parish District Attorney's Office and Courthouse staffs, St. Charles Parish Schools, Davita Dialysis Center-Kenner, and doctors and staff of East Jefferson General and Select Specialty Hospitals are invited to attend the Funeral Service at True Vine Baptist Church, 320 Courthouse Lane, Hahnville, LA on Wednesday, April 23, 2008 at 11:00 AM. Rev. Allen LaGrange, Sr., Pastor officiating. Interment Bethlehem Cemetery, Hahnville, LA. Visitation at the above named church from 9:00 AM until service time. SERVICED BY ROBOTTOM Times Picayune 04/22/2008. **************************************** 000363 Grossley - Leola B. Grossley on March 31, 2008. Beloved wife of the late Elgin J. Grossley, Sr. Mother of Gwendolyn Belonga, Nancy Grossley, Elgin J. Grossley, Jr., and John Grossley. Also survived by a host of sisters, brothers, uncles, aunts, nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends. Friends of the family are invited to attend the funeral services on Saturday, April 5, 2008 at Charbonnet-Labat Funeral Home, 1615 St. Philip St. at 11:00am. Interment will be in Mt. Olivet Cemetery. Visitation will begin at 9:00am. CHARBONNET-LABAT DIRECTORS - 581-4411 Times Picayune 04/4/2008. **************************************** 000364 Grunewald - Rosemary Grunewald, age 84, passed away on Monday, April 7, 2008 at Wood Dale Health Care Center in Dalton, Georgia. Daughter of the late George Grunewald and Marie Ludwig and sister of the late Louis Grunewald. She was a life-long resident of New Orleans who relocated to Dalton, Georgia during Hurricane Katrina. She is survived by her nephew and three nieces, and other family members and friends. A memorial service and internment will be held at St. Roch Cemetery #1 in New Orleans on Friday, April 11, 2008 at 1:00 PM. Times Picayune 04/11/2008 **************************************** 000365 Guardiola - Terry Davis Guardiola on April 5, 2008. Beloved wife of Luis Guardiola. Daughter of the late Rufus and Ethel Davis. Mother of Reonnia Lockhart. Sister of Adrienne Recasner, Sharon Samuels, Bridget Arlon James, Spanky Lewis, Toccara Harvey, Rusus Jr., Sumlar and Farrell Davis. Grandmother of Monifia, Renzell, and Santorious Lockhart. Grand-daughter of Ida V. Poland. Also survived by a host of nieces, nephews, sister-in-laws, brother-in-laws, cousins other relatives and friends. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the funeral services on Saturday, April 12, 2008 at St. Joseph Free Baptist Church, 1523 Touro St. at 9:00a.m. Interment will be in Providence Memorial Park Cemetery. Visitation will begin at 8:00a.m. Officiating - Pastor J. L. Davis. CHARGONNET-LABAT DIRECTORS 581-4411 Times Picayune 04/11/2008 **************************************** 000366 Guccione - Ronald Joseph Guccione, Sr. passed away at his Harvey residence with his wife at his side on Friday, April 04, 2008. Beloved husband of 48 years to Betty Guccione. Son of the late Leah and Russell (Smokey) Guccione. Father of Ronald Jr. (wife Melinda) and Roger Guccione (wife Denise). Grandfather of Eric, Jennifer, Cody, Natalie, and Cacie Guccione. Brother of Roy Guccione, Sr. and the late Russell, Robert, Sr., and Betty Guccione. Also survived by nieces and nephews. Close personal friend of Gerard and Gloria Byrne. Beloved pet owner of his poodle Queenie. Age 67 years and a lifelong resident of the Westbank. Relatives and Friends of the Family are invited to attend a Graveside service at Westlawn Memorial Park Cemetery, Gretna, LA on Monday, April 7, 2008 at 10:15 AM. MOTHE FUNERAL HOME, 7040 Lapalco Blvd., Marrero, LA, is in charge of arrangements 366-4343. Times Picayune 04/6/2008. **************************************** 000367 Guidry - Darnell Calhoun Guidry, on Tuesday, March 25,2008. Beloved mother of Josette (Damion), Steven (Tonya), Marc (Janine) and Tenia. Grandmother of Ashlie, Matthew, Joshua, Maya, Tenia, Marc, Tylin, Raven and Jaiden and a great, grandchild Mia. Niece of Lorraine Dedeaux. Sister-in- law of Patricia Santana, Pat Guidry, Alice Calhoun and Gregory Guidry. Also survived by her dear cousin Brenda Goudeau, a host of other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents Tellus Calhoun, Sr. and Mercedes Anderson Calhoun, husband Walden Guidry, Jr. (Blue), bother Tellus Calhoun, Jr. father-in-law Walden Guidry, Sr., Sister-in-law Clare Warren. She was employed by Bell South for over 20 years and for Small Business Administration for over 17 years. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the Mass of Christian Burial on Saturday, April 5,2008 at 10:00am at St Peter Claver Catholic Church 1923 St. Philips St. Visitation 8:00am-10:00am. Interment Private. Recitation of the Rosary at 9:30am. In Lieu of flowers, donations can be made at any Capitol One Bank to A memorial fund for Darnell Calhoun Guidry, proceeds going to the American Cancer Society. Services Entrusted To Louisiana Undertaking Company, Inc. 1449 N. Claiborne Avenue New Orleans, Louisiana 70116 (504) 945-2145 Jeffery K. Jenkins / Renard A. Boissiere Fatima B. Conner Directors Times Picayune 04/4/2008. **************************************** 000368 Guidry - Lloyd James Guidry 12-24-34 4-14-2008 Survived by wife of 50 years, Sandy Vullo Guidry. Father of Cynthia Ann Guidry, Richard and Amy Guidry, Tammie and Teddy Oggs, and Kim and Mike McAdams. Grandfather of Johnathan James Oggs, Chantelle Lynn Oggs, Ashlee' and Andrew Watso, Amanda and Von Herman, and Shane Lloyd Ketner. Great grandfather of Ethan James Oggs, Madisyn and Ryleigh Guidry, Farrah, Savanah and James Watso and Seth Naquin. Brother of Raymond and Dot Guidry and Dottie Springer Guidry and the late Wilfred A. Guidry. Son of the late Wilfred Clovis Guidry and Hazel Abadie Guidry. Also survived by many many friends, nephews, nieces, and cousins. He retired from National Life and Accident Insurance Company. A resident of St. Bernard Parish for 44 years until Hurricane Katrina. He now lives in Ponchatoula, LA. Relatives and friends, also members of First Pentecostal Church of New Orleans and New Life Tabernacle of Metairie are invited to attend the Funeral Services at ST. BERNARD MEMORIAL FUNERAL HOME, 701 West Virtue Street, Chalmette, LA 70043, on Thursday, April 17, 2008 at 12:00 Noon. Interment will follow in St. Bernard Memorial Gardens. Visitation from 9:30 AM until service time on Thursday at 12:00 Noon. Times Picayune 04/16/2008. **************************************** 000369 Gullung - Henrietta Boesch Gullung on Saturday, March 29, 2008, at 6:25 pm. Devoted wife of the late Charles William Gullung, Sr. Loving mother of Catherine G. Hoffman (Albert), Charlotte G. Charles (Eddie), and the late Charles William Gullung, Jr. Sister of Louis Boesch. Daughter of the late Benjamin Boesch and Katherine Back Boesch. Grandmother of 11 and great grandmother of 15. Age 99 years. A native and lifelong 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 SCHOEN FUNERAL HOME, 3827 CANAL ST., New Orleans at 1:00 pm, on Wednesday, April 2, 2008. Friends may visit after 10:00 am on Wednesday. Interment in St. Vincent de Paul Cemetery No. 2. Guestbook may be signed online at www.legacy.com. Times Picayune 04/1/2008. **************************************** 000370 Haberle - Evelyn Veillon Haberle died on Tuesday, April 15, 2008 in Staunton, VA. She was 97 years old. A native of New Orleans, LA and a former resident of Metairie, LA. Beloved wife of the late Herman Haberle. Daughter of the late Edward Anthony Veillon, Sr. and Hattie Baumgardner Veillon. Sister of the late Violet Veillon, Vivian V. Ordonez, Lillian Veillon and Edward Anthony Veillon, Jr. Aunt of Ron Ordon, Cheryl O. Davidson, Rick Ordonez, Sandra V. Bryars and Great-Aunt of Jeffrey M. Ordon. Mrs. Haberle was a parishioner of St. Ann Church in Metairie. The relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the funeral service at Leitz-Eagan Funeral Home Chapel, 4747 Veterans Blvd., near Clearview Pkwy., in Metairie on Tuesday morning, April 22, 2008 at 11:00 AM. Interment will follow in Metairie Cemetery. Visitation will be on Tuesday from 10:00 AM until 11:00 AM. The online guestbook is available at www.legacy.com. Times Picayune 04/20/2008. **************************************** 000371 Haefele - Gwendolyn Stier Haefele passed away on Saturday, April 26, 2008. Age 42 years. Wife of the late Scott M. Haefele. Mother of Lacie, Cesilie and the late Lance Haefele. Grandmother of Connor and Nicholas Jimenez. Daughter of Charles A. Stier and Gwen Hall Stier. Sister of Roy Ernest Stier. Aunt of Cameron Stier. Mother-in-law of Nicholas Jimenez, Sr. Daughter-in-law of Donna Courtney and Theodore and Donna Haefele. 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, April 30, 2008 at 1:00 PM. Interment will follow in Lake Lawn Park. Visitation will begin at 11:00 AM. In lieu of flowers, Masses preferred. To sign and view the Family Guestbook, please visit www.lakelawnmetairie.com. Times Picayune 04/29/2008. **************************************** 000372 Hammond - Estelle Godelfer Hammond, age 93, passed away on Wednesday, April 2, 2008. Beloved wife of the late Robert Phillips Hammond. Loving mother of Robert P. Hammond, Jr., Mary Jane Ducote, William J. Hammond, Elizabeth Ann Seymour and Margot E. Hammond. Also survived by grandchildren, great grandchildren, nieces and a nephew. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Funeral Mass at LAKE LAWN METAIRIE FUNERAL HOME, 5100 Pontchartrain Blvd. (in Metairie Cemetery), on Saturday, April 5, 2008 at 2:00 p.m. Interment will follow in Lake Lawn Park Mausoleum. Visitation will begin at 12:00 p.m. Memorial donations may be made to Friends of City Park, Botanical Garden Fund, 1 Palm Dr., New Orleans, LA 70124, (504) 483-9376. To sign and view the Family Guestbook, please visit www.lakelawnmetairie.com. Times Picayune 04/4/2008. **************************************** 000373 Hammond - Herbert Hammond was a life long resident of New Orleans, LA and he departed this life on Thursday, April 10, 2008. Beloved son of Classie Mae and Henry Hammond. Devoted father of Arnetta and Herbert Hammond, Jr. of Chicago, IL and Anthony Hammond (Michelle) of New Orleans, LA. Grandfather of 2 grandchildren, 5 step-grandchildren, 5 great grandchildren, and a host of brothers, sisters, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Relatives and friends of the family, also Ferncrest Manor Living Center of New Orleans East, Avondale Shipyard are invited to attend the Home Going Celebration on Saturday, April 19, 2008 at 12:00 Noon at Majestic Mortuary Service, 1833 Oretha Castle Haley Blvd. Visitation will be at 11:00 AM. Interment Private. In lieu of flowers, PLANTS ONLY. MAJESTIC MORTUARY IN CHARGE OF ARRANGEMENTS. Times Picayune 04/18/2008. **************************************** 000374 Hansford - Camille "Dezie" Mercedes Ledet Hansford passed away on Saturday, April 19, 2008 at the age of 73. She was the cherished wife of the late Raymond "Slim" Hansford Sr. for over 50 years. Loving mother of Raymond D. Hansford Jr. (husband of Wanda), LeRoy J. Hansford (husband of Anna), June M. Hansford, Oscar J. Hansford, Sandra Melton, Barbara Buras (wife of Derek), Harold Hansford (husband of Shirley), Ethel Mae Hansford and the late Terry P. Hansford. Daughter of the late Beatrice Perez Ledet and Jeffery Ledet. She is also survived and fondly remembered by her "special" granddaughter Angela Hansford, 4 sisters, 1 brother, 15 grandchildren, 14 great grandchildren, and numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Dezie was well loved and affectionately known for her good nature and generous heart. She will be deeply missed by her family and by all those whose lives she touched. Relatives and friends are invited to attend an evening visitation to be held at ST. BERNARD MEMORIAL FUNERAL HOME, 701 W. Virtue St., Chalmette, LA on Tuesday, April 22nd, 2008 from 6:00PM - 10:00PM and again on Wednesday morning from 9:00AM - 11:00AM. A funeral service will begin at 11:00AM. Burial will be private. To view and sign the Family Guestbook, please visit www.stbernardmemorial.com. Times Picayune 04/22/2008. **************************************** 000375 Harold - Ursula "Pat" Sancton Harold died on Friday, April 25, 2008 at 11:00 PM, age 96 years. Beloved wife of the late Aldwyn E. "Buck" Harold. Mother of Claudia Harold and Mother- in-Law of Ray Fontenot. Sister of Thomas Sancton. Grandmother of Peter Menge, Jr., Megan M. Bragg and Christopher Menge. 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 Wednesday, April 30, 2008 at 11:00 AM. Interment will follow in Metairie Cemetery. Visitation on Wednesday from 9:00 AM until 11:00 AM. In lieu of flowers donations preferred to Poydras Home, 5354 Magazine St., New Orleans, LA 70115 or to the charity of your choice. To sign and view the Family Guestbook, please visit www.lakelawnmetairie.com Times Picayune 04/29/2008. **************************************** 000376 Harper - L J Harper, Jr. departed this life at his residence on Tuesday, March 25, 2008. Husband of Dorothy S. Harper. Father of Myron Harper and Danielle H. Weber. Father in law of Tanya Harper and Dameon Weber. Grandfather of Quentin and Courtney Harper, Ebony Coleman, Dominique and Demi Weber. Son of the late Camille Jones Taylor and L J Harper. Brother of the late Gloria Dean T. Bell, Anna Shirley B. Spencer, and Albert Harper. Nephew of Joseph Jones. Also survived by a host of other relative and friends. Age 62 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 Regular Baptist Church and all neighboring churches; employees of Jefferson Parish Streets Dept., West Jefferson Medical, Reagan Equip, University Hospital, Dameon Weber Lawn Care and Halliburton are invited to attend the Funeral Service at Regular Baptist Church, 901 5th St., Gretna, La., on Saturday, April 5, 2008 at 10:00a.m. Visitation from 8:30a.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 04/4/2008. **************************************** 000377 Harris - Elizabeth Ann Harris passed away on Tuesday, April 22, 2008, due to complications of kidney disease. Elizabeth was a graduate of Mount Carmel Academy and was currently attending LSU pursuing a nursing degree. She was 18 years old, and the beloved daughter of Dr. Eugene A. Harris, Jr. and Anne M. Weaver. Elizabeth was the granddaughter of William and Isabelle Julian Weaver, Joyce Hauck Harris and the late Eugene A. Harris Sr., and the sister of Michelle Harris Gall, Eugene "Bo" Harris III, and Sara A. McGinnis. Elizabeth is also survived by many loving relatives and friends. Visitation for relatives and friends will take place at St. Edward the Confessor Catholic Church, 4921 W. Metairie Ave., on Saturday, April 26, 2008 beginning at 10:00 AM followed by a Funeral Mass at 12:00 Noon. Interment in Garden of Memories Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Mount Carmel Academy for a scholarship fund in memory of Elizabeth Harris. Relatives and friends are invited to share memories of Elizabeth at www.legacy.com. Garden of Memories Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. Information at (504)833-3786. Times Picayune 04/24/2008 **************************************** 000378 Harris - Harold Harris, Sr. was called to his eternal resting place in heaven on Monday, April 21, 2008 at his home in Houston, Tx. Loving and devoted husband of Jeanette Harris. Father of Tynisha, Harold, Jr. and Cerissa Harris. Grandfather of Tyrell Jackson and Airelle Harris. Son of Sophie and the late Ira Harris. Brother of James McMath, Sr., Janice Taylor, Mackie Harris, and the late Robert McMath. Also survived by a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Age 54 years, a native of New Orleans, La. and a resident of Houston, Tx. Relatives and friends of the family and employees of Sewerage & Water Board are invited to celebrate his homegoing at Davis Mortuary Service, 9200 I-10 Service Rd., New Orleans, La., on Saturday, April 26, 2008 at 10:00a.m. Visitation will begin at 9:00a.m. until service time at the above named parlor. Interment: Mt. Olivet Cemetery-New Orleans, La. Arrangements by Davis Mortuary Service 230 Monroe St. Gretna, La. Times Picayune 04/25/2008. **************************************** 000379 Harris - Joan Fischer Harris died on Sunday, April 13, 2008 at 10:30 a.m. at Regency Village Nursing Home in Webster, TX. Age 74. A native of New Orleans and resident of Baton Rouge, LA. Funeral Services at Resthaven Funeral Home, 11817 Jefferson Hwy, Baton Rouge, LA on Thursday, April 17, 2008 at 10:30 a.m. Visitation on Wednesday, April 16, 2008 from 5pm - 8pm and on Thursday from 9am til Religious Service at 10:30 a.m. in the Funeral Home Chapel. Conducted by Deacon Brent Duplessis. Interment in Resthaven Garden of Memory. Survived by 2 daughters: Donna H. ( Charlie) Pounds of Alvin, TX, Brenda H. (Rex) Egerton of Baton Rouge, LA, 1 step-daughter: Kathleen H. (Tim) Sturgeon of Carson City, NV, 2 sons: Steven M. Harris of Mandiville, LA, Richard P. (Cheri) Harris of Baton Rouge, LA, 1 step-son, John R. (Madge) of Ponchatoula, LA, 1 sister: Louise F. (B.J.) Labadot of Mesquite, TX. 8 grandchildren: Trevor, Christopher and John Pounds, Jennifer and Kristin Egerton, Bradley (Amanda), Brian and Brandon Harris and several step grandchildren, 2 great grandchildren: Gage Thibodaux and Connor Harris and several step great grandchildren. Preceded in death by husband John Rushee Harris, parents: John Henry and Louise Savarese Fischer, grandsons will serve as pallbearers. She was former state president, soloist and secretary of the Ladies Auxillary VFW. Please sign the online guest book at www.resthavenbatonrouge.com Times Picayune 04/15/2008 **************************************** 000380 Harsch - George Arthur Harsch, Sr., of Slidell, LA, on Saturday, April 19, 2008 at his residence. Beloved Husband of Edith Alder Harsch. Father of George, Jr. (Donita), Sybil Travis (Ronald), William A., Francis E. and Richard C. Harsch. Brother of the late Alfred Harsch, Margaret H. McSkimmings and Lucy H. Waver. Also survived by two grandchildren, Brent and Lisa Marie Harsch and one great grandchild, Brandon Harsch. Age 79 years. A native of Buffalo, NY and a resident of Slidell, LA since 1974. He received his degree in Mechanical Engineering from the Univ. of Buffalo. He retired from Martin Marietta in 1991. He was an active member of First United Methodist Church of Slidell and was a Master Mason and member of the Ely Parker Lodge in Kenmore, N.Y. 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 Thursday, April 24, 2008 at 1:00 P.M. Rev. Wybra Price, officiating. Interment in FOREST LAWN CEMETERY. Visitation on Wednesday evening from 6:00 P.M. to 9:00 P.M. and on Thursday after 11:00 A.M. until funeral time. Donations to St. Joseph Hospice,preferred, in lieu of flowers. Arrangements by Honaker Funeral Home, Inc., Slidell, LA. Times Picayune 04/22/2008. **************************************** 000381 Hart - Henry Peter Hart, Jr. died at his residence on Wednesday, April 23, 2008. Age 87 years. Beloved husband of the late Augusta Mary Hart. Father of Steve Peter Hart. Son of the late Elenora Beernaert Hart and Henry Peter Hart. Brother of the late Maxwell B. Hart and Joseph Hart. Survived by two grandchildren, Jodi Hart and Ashley Hart. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Funeral Mass at LAKE LAWN METAIRIE FUNERAL HOME, 5100 Pontchartrain Blvd., on Saturday, April 26, 2008 at 3:00 PM. Visitation to start at 1:00 PM. The burial service will be at All Saints Mausoleum in Metairie Cemetery. Friends may send flowers for the funeral or donations to American Heart Association, 110 Veterans Blvd., Metairie, LA 70005, would be appreciated. To view and sign family guestbook, please visit www.lakelawnmetairie.com. Times Picayune 04/25/2008 **************************************** 000382 Hartley - Christina Ann Hartley on March 15, 2008. Survived by beloved fiance, Lloyd H. Tilly, Jr.; son, Riley Brown; daughter, Caitlin Smith; parents: Ervin and Jeannette Molero; brother, Manny; sisters: Heidi, Gina and Desi Hartley. Memorial Mass 10:30 a.m. on Friday, April 11, 2008 at Our Lady of Prompt Succor Catholic Church, 2320 Paris Rd., Chalmette, LA. Times Picayune 04/10/2008. **************************************** 000383 Harvey - Hazel Buras Harvey passed away on Thursday, April 17, 2008 at the age of 82. Former wife of the late Allen Leroy Harvey. Daughter of the late Edward C. Buras and Angelina Gartoucies Buras. Mother of Kenneth Harvey (wife Kathy), Randy Harvey (wife Gail), Dale Harvey, Ricky Harvey (wife Leah) and Todd Harvey (wife Susan). Survived by 9 Grandchildren, 2 Great Grandchildren and 12 Step Grandchildren. Sister of the late Gertrude Chabert Bernard Buras, Nellie Champagne, Harold Buras and Lillian Mistich. Also survived by a host of nieces and nephews. A native of Venice and a resident of Belle Chasse since Hurricane Katrina. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend a Mass of Christian Burial at St. Patrick Catholic Church, 28698 Highway 23, Port Sulphur, LA on Tuesday, April 22, 2008 at 12 Noon. Interment will follow in Our Lady of Good Harbor Cemetery, Buras, LA. Visitation at the church on Tuesday from 10AM until 12 Noon. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Heart of Hospice, 4520 Wichers Drive, Suite 104, Marrero, LA 70072 or St. Patrick Catholic Church Building Fund, 28698 Highway 23, Port Sulphur, LA 70083. MOTHE FUNERAL HOME, 2100 Westbank Expressway, Harvey, LA in charge of arrangements. Information: 504-366-4343 Times Picayune 04/20/2008. **************************************** 000384 Haws - Arthemise C. Haws, age 96, passed into her eternal rest with her sweet Jesus at 6:20AM on Sunday, March 30, 2008. She was a lifelong resident of Gretna, LA and a parishioner of St. Joseph Catholic Church. Mrs. Haws was preceded in death by her parents, Louis Francois Hourguettes and Olivia Hartley Hourguettes; her husband, Donald Q. Haws; one brother, Elvin P. (Uncle Buddy) Hourguettes and one sister, Etta H. Daniel. Mrs. Haws is survived by one brother, Joseph I. Hourguettes and one sister, Inez H. Rhodes. She is also survived by her two sons, Donald J. Haws (wife Bitsy) and William K. Haws (wife Carol). She has 6 grandchildren: Donald Jr., Kelly, Carly, Stacy, Keen and Cristy and numerous great grandchildren, nieces and nephews. Mrs. Haws worked for the Jefferson Parish Assessor's Office for 8 years and for the Jefferson Parish Sheriff's Office (Tax Division) for 34 years. Masses may be said in memory of Mrs. Haws. MOTHE FUNERAL HOME in charge of arrangements. Times Picayune 04/1/2008. **************************************** 000385 Haydel - Julius E. "J.E." Haydel, Jr., passed away peacefully on Tuesday April 1, 2008 at the age of 82. A lifelong resident of Old Metairie. He leaves behind to treasure his memory his wife of 59 years Frances Cefalu Haydel. Devoted father of Julius E. Haydel III, Cynthia H. Argrave, and Andrea H. Legrand. Father-in-law of Wendy Okun Haydel, Jeff Argrave, and Georges Legrand. Son of the late Thelma Singer and Julius E. Haydel, Sr. Brother of Thelma H. Burg. Also survived by nine grandchildren and seven great- grandchildren. Mr. Haydel was a proud member of the American Merchant Mariner Association of Gulfport, MS. He joined the Merchant Marines at 18 years of age after graduating from Metairie High School. He served in the Atlantic and Pacific Theaters bringing oil and ammunition to the troops on Guadalcanal, Sipan, New Guinea, and the Philippines. J. E. was retired from Ford Motor Company after 30 years of service. He served as Treasurer of UAW Retirees of Southern Louisiana. He was a member of the Thoth carnival organization and the Good Old Boys club of Metairie. He was a Life Member of Metairie Post 175 of the American Legion and a member of Post 175 Rifle Squad. He was a past Second District Commander and served as Boys State Chairman and Secretary of the Second District Convention Corporation. J. E. was past Chef de Garde of Voiture #1522 of the 40 & 8. He was a Saints season ticket holder since 1967. He received the Order of St. Louis from Our Lady of Guadeloupe Parish. Relatives and friends of the family, also members of the Thoth Carnival Club, the American Legion Post 175, the Second District, and 40 & 8 Voiture #1522 are invited to attend the funeral. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at Our Lady of Guadeloupe Church (St. Jude Shrine, 411 N. Rampart St., New Orleans) on Friday, April 4, 2008 at 11:00 a.m. Visitation on Thursday at L. A. Muhleisen and Son Funeral Home, 2929 Metairie Rd. from 6 p.m. until 9 p.m. and on Friday at the church from 9:00 a.m. until time of service. Interment in Greenwood Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations to Our Lady of Guadeloupe Church, Blessed Seelos, or Serenity Hospice (3712 McArthur Blvd., Suite 204, New Orleans, 70114) in J. E. Haydel's name would be appreciated. Times Picayune 04/3/2008. **************************************** 000386 Hayes - Gustavia Jacobs Hayes on Tuesday, March 25, 2008 at Touro Infirmary. Widow of Tyrone Hayes, Sr. Mother of Tyrone (Tyra Mesley) Hayes, Jr. and Keita and Gustavia Hayes. Daughter of the late Viola and Joseph Jacobs, Sr. Grandmother of Derrick, Charleston, Troyeah, Tyrone, Essence and Taylor. Sister of Joseph, Jr. (Hattie), Geil, Jarvis (Shelia), Pam (Malcom), Mada (E.J.), Anthenetta, Wilma Frederica (Angelo) and Sharon Fred. Sister-in-law of Deborah, Inetter, Melvin and Darrin Hayes and Terrance Lockett. Also survived by a host of aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins other relatives and friends. Relatives and friends of the family, also Pastor, officers and members of Second Zion No. 1 and First Emmanuel Baptist Churches and The Way Ministries; also employees of Tulane University, Marriott Hotel, NR Pittman Construction and Serenity Homes are invited to attend the Funeral Service on Saturday, April 5, 2008 at 10:00a.m. from Second Zion Baptist Church No. 1, 2929 Second Street, Rev. Gary Curtis, Pastor officiating. Interment Resthaven Memorial Park Cemetery. Visitation from 9:00a.m. until service. Professional services entrusted to Littlejohn Funeral Home 2163 Aubry Street Cal K. Johnson, Manager/Funeral Director Information: (504) 940-0045 www.littlejohnfuneralhome.com Times Picayune 04/4/2008. **************************************** 000387 Hayes - Kenya "Queen" Cecilia Hayes, a student at Westbank Community School, departed this life on Thursday, March 27, 2008 due to an automobile accident in New Orleans. Daughter of Ruby Hayes Dorsey and Nathan Bailey. Sister of Myron, Jermaine, Yada, and Pia Dorsey, Nathan, Jr. and Natarie Bailey. Granddaughter of Olivia Bailey and the late Odeal Cecilia Hayes, Phillip Hayes, Jr., and Herman Bailey. Sister in law of Calvin Brown and Nathan Craft. Also survived by a host of other relatives and friends. Age 15 years, a native of Gretna, La. and a resident of Marrero, La. Relatives and friends of the family, also Pastors, officers, and members of Second Zion B.C., Good Hope B.C., and neighboring churches; faculty and staff of Westbank Community School, Good Works Industry, and Naval Air Station Belle Chasse, La. are invited to attend the Funeral Service at Second Zion Baptist Church, 6520 Second Zion Ave., Marrero, La., on Friday, April 4, 2008 at 10:00a.m. Rev. James Nelson Brown, officiating. Visitation will be held from 8:30a.m. until service time at the church. Interment: Christian Social Cemetery-Gretna, La. Arrangements by Davis Mortuary Service 230 Monroe St. Gretna, La. Times Picayune 04/3/2008. **************************************** 000388 Hayes - Laverne Sylvia Hayes entered into eternal rest on Wednesday April 2, 2008. She was a native and resident of New Orleans, LA. She attended Walter L. Cohen Senior High School and Dillard University. Daughter of the late Louis Hayes and Gladys Robinson Hayes. Sister of Janis Hayes-Mitchell, and the late Louis, Rudolph, and Gwendolyn. She is also survived by her niece Cynthia Hayes-Wilson (Josiah); her nephews Rudolph Hayes (Doris), Rodney Hayes (Diane), Terrence Mitchell (Rhonda), Kameron Mitchell, Fairo Mitchell (Nicole), and Morris Edwards IV; her sister-in-law Elaine Hayes, her aunt Creola Robinson, and a host of other family members and numerous classmates, friends, and former students. Relatives and friends of the family, also Pastors, officers and Members of First Street United Methodist Church, Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Incorporated, and Dillard University Class of 1957 are invited to attend the funeral service at 11:00am at First Street United Methodist Church, 2309 Dryades Street on Monday April 7th, 2008. Visitation will be from 9:00am until 11:00am. Interment: Mt. Olivet Cemetery. Arrangements by D. W. Rhodes Funeral Home, 1716 N. Clairborne Ave. Times Picayune 04/6/2008. **************************************** 000389 Hazard - Joyce Van Hazard passed away peacefully on Friday, April 25, 2008 at her Covington home. Beloved mother of John J. Hazard, III (Carolyn), Robert W. Hazard and Janet Hazard (Bob); Maw-Maw to John J. Hazard, IV, Nicholas P. Hazard (Nicole), Robert W. Hazard, Jr. (Cherie), Elizabeth H. Fritz, M.D (Bill) and Mark D. Hazard (Stacey); great- grandmother of ten with number eleven due in May; sister to Leatrice V. Schmitt and August A. Van, Jr (Myrle). Also lovingly remembered by nieces, nephews, other family members and friends. She was preceded in death by her husband, John J. Hazard, Jr.; her mother, Emma Acosta Van; her father, August A. Van, Sr; and her daughter-in-law, Michele T. Hazard. Age 83 years, a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Covington, LA for the past 27 years. She was a longtime member of the North Wilshire Heights Garden Club and received many awards for her floral designs. Many special thanks to her sitters, Chesney and Ms. Levada, the staff of Alpha House, the staff of St. Tammany Parish Hospital and Hospice; and during her final days Cathy and Literria. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the Funeral Mass on Thursday, May 1, 2008 at 12:00 PM from the Chapel at E.J. Fielding Funeral Home Inc., 2260 W. 21st. Ave., Covington, LA 70433. Visitation on Thursday will be from 10:00 AM until service time. Interment will follow in Pinecrest Memorial Gardens. In lieu of flowers, the family would prefer Masses; or donations to St. Joseph Abbey, 75376 River Road, St. Benedict, LA, 70457, for a memorial garden; or the Jefferson Parish Council of Garden Clubs, Scholarship Fund, or the Louisiana Garden Club Federation, both in care of Elizabeth H. Fritz, 123 North Dogwood, Flowers Estate North, Covington, LA 70433. Sign Guest Book online at www.ejfieldingfh.com. Times Picayune 04/29/2008 **************************************** 000390 Hebert - Leslie Ann Marie Hebert, 37, born August 15, 1970, passed on Monday, April 21, 2008 at 4:07 AM, a native of Choctaw, LA and resident of Marrero, LA. Survived by her parents Lester and Thelma Hebert. Preceded in death by her grandparents Tenney and Adeline Hebert and Elie and Florence Hebert. Godmother to Cassie Pitre. She was honored with 1982 Volunteer of America Award and 1986 St. Louis Marillac Award. Schooling: Visitation of Our Lady of Catholic School, Immaculate Catholic High School, Nicholls State University and Jefferson Vo-Tech Nursing School where she earned a degree as an LPN. She worked as an LPN at Children's Hospital. Visitation at Thibodaux Funeral Home Chapel, Thibodaux, LA (visitation all night) on Wednesday from 7PM until Thursday 10:30PM. Mass of Christian Burial at 11AM on Thursday, April 24, 2008 at St. James Chapel, Choctaw, LA. Interment in St. James Chapel Cemetery. Pallbearers: Stanley Hebert, Joseph H. and Craig Delatte, James Tabor, Darren and Donovan Pitre. Thibodaux Funeral Home, Inc. in charge of arrangements. Times Picayune 04/23/2008. **************************************** 000391 Heffler - Kenneth James Heffler, a Veteran who proudly served his country during the Korean War, passed away on Saturday, April 12, 2008 at the age of 78. He was the beloved husband of the late Marie Dardar Heffler for over 53 years. Loving father of the late Alvin J. Heffler. Son of the late Beatrice Pearson Heffler and Casper Heffler. Brother of Elsie Peggy Landry, Caroline Jones Walker, Penny Meyer and the late Clifford Pete Heffler. He is also survived and fondly remembered by his granddaughter Misty Hurst and his great granddaughter Zoe LaFrance. His final days were spent surrounded by his family. He will be forever remembered as a loving and loyal husband, father, grandfather and brother who treasured his family. He will be deeply missed by us all. Relatives and friends are invited to attend a visitation to be held at ST. BERNARD MEMORIAL FUNERAL HOME, 701 W. Virtue St., Chalmette, LA on Wednesday, April 16th from 9:00AM - 11:00AM. A funeral service will begin at 11:00AM. Burial will follow in St. Bernard Catholic Cemetery. To view and sign the Family Guestbook, please visit www.stbernardmemorial.com Times Picayune 04/15/2008. **************************************** 000392 Heffron - Antoinette Governale Heffron on Monday, April 14, 2008. Age 82 years. Beloved wife of the late Cashman J. Heffron, Sr. Mother of Judy H. Cordoba, Cashman J., Jr. and Rodney P. Heffron. Mother-in-law of Paula Heffron and John Cordoba. Sister of Catherine G. Michon and Anthony A. Governale. Grandmother of Jennifer and Amy Heffron, Chad Choina, Blake and Lindsey Cordoba. Daughter of the late Jennie Saccaro and Salvadore Governale. Also survived by nieces and nephews. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Funeral services at ST. BERNARD MEMORIAL FUNERAL HOME, 701 West Virtue Street, Chalmette, LA 70043, on Friday, April 18, 2008 at 11:00 AM. Interment will follow in St. Roch Cemetery. Visitation from 9:00 AM until service time on Friday. Times Picayune 04/17/2008. **************************************** 000393 Hein - John George "Buddy" or "Chief" Hein, Jr. passed away on Monday, March 31, 2008 in Hammond, LA. He was 96 years old. Beloved husband of the late Corinne Blanchard Hein. Father of Sharon Crews and Sheryl Morales. Father-in- law of Robert Patton Crews and Ronnie "Tank" Morales. Grandfather of Celeste Crews Mauro and Chase Hein Morales. Great grandfather of Jackson Dean Morales. Son of the late John George Hein, Sr. and Emma Phillips Hein. Brother of the late Warren Hein, Myrtle Hein and May Comfort. A lifelong resident of Metairie, LA moving there in 1917 at the age of six. Buddy saw Metairie grow and was a member of "The Good Ole Metry Boys". He helped build the first fire house and served as a volunteer fireman until 1952 when he became one of the first paid Jefferson Parish Fireman. He retired as District Chief in 1974. During WWII he served in the First Special Service Force and saw action in Italy (Anzio), France, Germany, Holland and Norway. He received a citation from King Olaf for his participation in the liberation of Norway. The family especially acknowledges the loving care given by Donna Landry and the staff of Richard Murphy Hospice House. Buddy's daughters would like to thank Patricia Westmoreland and all the supporters of Hospice House who were there for us in every way. The relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the Funeral Service at Leitz-Eagan Funeral Home Chapel, 4747 Veterans Blvd., near Clearview Pkwy., in Metairie, LA on Wednesday morning, April 2, 2008 at 11:00 AM. Interment will follow in Greenwood Mausoleum. Visitation will be on Wednesday from 9:00 AM until 11:00 AM. In lieu of flowers and plants, memorial contributions may be sent to Richard Murphy Hospice House, 16013 Halbert Road, Hammond, LA 70403. Please sign the online guestbook at www.legacy.com. Times Picayune 04/1/2008. **************************************** 000394 Heintz - Patricia Guillot Heintz on Thursday, April 3, 2008 at 10:29 PM. Age 79 Years. Beloved wife of the late Henry J. Heintz, Jr. Mother of Sharon H. Saltaformaggio, Christopher J. and Henry J. Heintz, III. Sister of the late Betty Dufrene. Also survived by 5 grand children, nieces and nephews. A former parishioner of St. Louise de Marillac Catholic Church. Relatives and friends, also employees of St. Margaret's Daughters Home, are invited to attend the Funeral Services at ST. BERNARD MEMORIAL FUNERAL HOME, 701 West Virtue Street, Chalmette, LA 70043, on Monday, April 7, 2008 at 11:00 AM. Interment will follow in St. Bernard Memorial Gardens. Visitation from 9:30 AM until time of service on Monday. Times Picayune 04/6/2008. **************************************** 000395 Heitmeier - Lloyd Ray "Spider" Heitmeier, Sr. of Algiers, LA passed away on Thursday, April 24, 2008 at 12:52 PM. Beloved husband and best friend of Althea "Louise" Gruntz Heitmeier. Father of Ray and Ricky Heitmeier, Sandy Thompson, Kay Ellen Mouton, and Jill Vidrine. Father-in-law of Charlie Thompson, Richard Mouton, Jody Vidrine, and Tammy Heitmeier. Grandfather of Casey and Ashley Thompson, Frankie Mulligan, Kellen and Kelsey Frisch, Joshua, Jacob and Jenna Vidrine, and Rikki Lynn, Steven, and Roxanne Heitmeier. Step-grandfather of Falin Dougay. Step-great-grandfather to Paris and Kameron Dougay. Son of the late Bertha Dubret and Godfrey Heitmeier Sr. Brother of Grace Ladek and Godfrey Heitmeier, and the late Della Falk, Leo, Dewey, and Bobbie Heitmeier. Age 82 years and a lifelong resident of Algiers, LA. Relatives and friends of the family, also members of the Algiers Post 218 American Legion, AARP Chapter 3975, and Holy Name of Mary Nucleus organization are invited to attend a Funeral Mass at Holy Name of Mary Church, 500 Eliza St., Algiers, LA on Monday, April 28, 2008 at 2:30 PM. Interment in Westlawn Memorial Park Cemetery, Gretna, LA. Visitation will be at MOTHE FUNERAL HOME, 1300 Vallette St., Algiers, LA on Monday morning from 9:00 AM until 2:00 PM. Information: 366-4343. Times Picayune 04/26/2008 **************************************** 000396 Henderson - Kathleen Cantrell Henderson passed away on Friday, April 25, 2008 at the age of 81. She was the cherished wife of the late Ashley Henderson. Loving mother of Janice Doran, State Rep. Reed Henderson and Ashlie Rodriguez. Sister of Lloyd Cantrell Jr., Walter Cantrell Sr., Winston Cantrell Sr., Phyllis Wellmeyer and Carolyn Perez. She was preceded in death by her parents, Rena Ebanks Cantrell and Lloyd Cantrell Sr.; her sister, Marjorie Bowley; and her grandson, Kurt Rodriguez. She is also survived and fondly remembered by her grandchildren, John Doran, Ashley Powell, Joshua Henderson, Eric Henderson, Heather DuBose, Zachary Henderson, Ross Rodriguez, Dane Rodriguez; her 10 great grandchildren; a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and her special friend, Gabriel Rodriguez. Kathleen was a lifelong resident of Violet, LA and a longtime parishioner of Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church. She will be forever remembered as a loving and loyal wife, mother, grandmother and sister who treasured her family. Relatives and friends are invited to attend a visitation to be held at ST. BERNARD MEMORIAL FUNERAL HOME, 701 W. Virtue St., Chalmette, LA on Tuesday, April 29th from 9:00AM - 1:00PM. A Funeral Mass will begin at 1:00PM. Burial will follow in St. Bernard Catholic Cemetery. To view and sign the Family Guestbook, please visit www.stbernardmemorial.com Times Picayune 04/28/2008. **************************************** 000397 Henderson - Memorial Services for Mrs. Maida Henderson, age 69, who died on Wednesday, April 9, 2008, will be held at St. Marks United Methodist Church, 534 Market St., Opelousas, LA at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday, April 15, 2008. Mrs. Henderson is survived by: her children: Guy Henderson (Romona), Houston, TX, Dewayne Henderson, Lafayette, LA, Valdez Henderson, Lafayette, LA, Nina Jackson (Bobby), Kansas City, MO and Maida Davis, Lafayette, LA; her brother, Alton Royalty, Las Vegas, NV; her sister, Betty Griffin, Las Vegas, NV; and 18 grandchildren, 25 great- grandchildren, a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Kinchen Funeral Home, Inc., 1011 N. St. Antoinie St., is in charge. Times Picayune 04/13/2008. **************************************** 000398 Henderson - Ruby (Ms. Joe) D. Henderson, a homemaker, died on Monday, April 21, 2008 at 3:30 am at River Region Hospice. Ruby was 83, born in Donaldsonville, LA and lived in Kenner, LA all her life. Survivors include three daughters: Ann Baker, Barbara Snipes and Carolyn Cephus; eight grandchildren; thirteen great grandchildren and six great-great grandchildren and a host of other relatives and friends. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the Funeral Services at Richardson Funeral Home, 11112 Jefferson Hwy., River Ridge, LA, on Saturday, April 26, 2008 at 12:30 p.m. Viewing will begin at 11:30 a.m. Interment: Providence Memorial Park, Metairie, LA. Richardson Funeral Home of Jefferson in charge of arrangements. Times Picayune 04/25/2008. **************************************** 000399 Henley - Sidney I. Henley, Jr., age 65, passed away on Friday, April 18, 2008. He was a life long resident of New Orleans. Beloved son of Verdell T. Henley and the late Sidney I. Henley, Sr. He leaves behind five children: Sidney I. Henley, III, Mervell Henley, Norris Henley, Shantell T. Henley and Tanice Henley McGowan. Brother of Bobby C. Henley and former husband of Viola Henley Morton (Patrick Morton). He is also survived by seven grandchildren and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and other relatives and friends. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend a Funeral Mass on Friday, April 25, 2008 at 11:00 AM at Our Lady Star of the Sea Catholic Church, 1835 St. Roch Ave. Visitation will begin at 9 AM. Burial will be private. Boyd- Brooks Funeral Service, LLC 3245 Gentilly Blvd New Orleans, LA 70122 (504) 282-1202 Times Picayune 04/24/2008. **************************************** 000400 Henry - Mary Alice Brunet Henry, age 80, born November 8, 1927, died on Monday, April 14, 2008 at 7:55 p.m. Survived by: husband, Ulysse J. Henry; 3 sons: Roy Henry, Daniel Henry and James Henry; 1 daughter, Diana H. McCann; 1 sister, Gertrude Josey; and 7 grandchildren: Brian McCann, Daniel Henry, Jr., Joshua Henry, Andrew Henry, Mitchell Morgan Miranda Rhoto and Leah Henry. Preceded in death by parents: Alcide Brunet and Alice Louise Theriot Brunet; brother, Louis Brunet; sisters: Margaret Toups and Rita Guidry; and grandchild: Christina Henry. She was a Terrebonne High School graduate Class of 1945. Visitation 8:30 a.m. until 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, April 17, 2008 at St. Bridget Catholic Church, Schriever, LA. Mass of Christian Burial 11:00 a.m. Thursday at St. Bridget Catholic Church, Schriever, LA. Interment St. Bridget Catholic Church Cemetery, Schriever, LA. THIBODAUX FUNERAL HOME, INC., Thibodaux, LA in charge of arrangements. Times Picayune 04/16/2008. **************************************** 000401 Herbert - Patricia Ann Herbert on Wednesday, April 2, 2008 at 5:30 a.m. Beloved daughter of the late Ethel Anna Herbert. Mother of Darnell Johnson Gordon (Kevin) and Ernest Roy Johnson. Grandmother of Kristen Johnson, Kirsten and Keron Gordon. Great grandmother of Krissy Moses. Sister of Janet Bemiss (Albert, Sr.), Nometta Lawson (Larry, Sr.), Linda Bowie (Maurice), Denise Herbert and Dennis Herbert (Ingrid). Great niece of Joseph Herbert. Devoted cousin of Joan Griffin and Lillian Johnson. Also survived by many cousins, nieces, nephews, friends. Relatives and friends of the family, Priest and Parishioners of St. Peter Claver Catholic Church, Members of Voices of Peter Claver, Knights of Peter Claver Lady Auxillary/Our Lady of Victory Court #50, Household of Faith, Divine Providence, Greater St. StephenChurch, Words of Praise, Employees of N.O. Morial Convention Center, ACBL Company, Harrah's Casino, National Maritime Union, LA. Dept. of Social Services, Neighborhood Watch, MICAH/LOM, Crimestoppers, Faculty and Staff of Lusher Charter School, Neighbors of the Lafitte Housing Development are invited to attend the service. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at St. Peter Claver Catholic Church, 1923 St. Philip St. on Saturday, April 5, 2008 at 1 o'clock p.m. Rev. Michael P. Jacques, S.S.E., V.F. Celebrant. Interment in Mt. Olivet Cemetery. Visitation 11:30 o'clock a.m. in the Church. CHARBONNET-LABAT-GLAPION, DIRECTORS 581-4411 Times Picayune 04/4/2008. **************************************** 000402 Hernandez - Jesse "Jack" Hernandez, age 85 years, a native of San Antonio, TX and a resident of Marrero, LA passed away on Friday, April 25, 2008. Beloved husband of the late Rose Provenzano Hernandez. Son of the late Zeferinc and Hilaria Hernandez. Father of Jesse Joseph Hernandez (wife Mary Jane). Grandfather of Amie Hernandez Akers (husband Richard) and great-grandfather of Cayden Akers. Jack was also survived by a host of brothers, sisters and other loving relatives. 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, April 29, 2008 at 10:00AM. Interment to follow the services at Our Lady Prompt Succor Cemetery in Westwego, LA. Visitation will be held on Tuesday from 8:00AM until funeral time. Please visit the online obituary and guestbook at www.mem.com. For information, call 341-9421. Times Picayune 04/28/2008. **************************************** 000403 Hess - Johnathan Kyle Hess, Sr. entered his eternal life with God on Tuesday, March 25, 2008. He was a current employee of Sims Industries. Son of the late Susan G. Hess and survived by his father Johnny P. Hess, Jr. Father of Johnathan Kyle Hess, Jr. Loving brother of Jena ' Kim Hess. Godfather and uncle of Drake Joseph Gaudet and Caytlon Danielle Desport. Age 25 years, and native of Plaquemines Parish , LA. Relatives and Friends of the Family are invited to attend the Memorial Service at MOTHE FUNERAL HOME, 2100 Westbank Expressway, Harvey, LA on Saturday, April 5, 2008 at 12:00 pm. Burial will be private. Visitation will be on Saturday morning from 10:00am until Service Time. For funeral information, please call 366-4343. Times Picayune 04/4/2008. **************************************** 000404 Hill - George Hill, Sr. departed this life at West Jefferson Medical Center on Friday, April 11, 2008 at 5:56a.m.Husband of the late Geraldine C. Hill. Father of George Hill, Jr., Brian (Courtney), Reeshemah, and Caneeka Hill. Grandfather of Arshad, De'Geornay, and Zion Hill. Son of the late Cleandrew and Ardell Hill. Brother of Bobbie Carriere, Idell (Stafford) Brignac, Leon (Patsy), Clarence (Jaqueta), James, Louis (Lisa), Archie (Rita), and Dewitt, Sr. (Susie), and the late Helen and Irena Hill. Nephew of Joseph and Constance Carroll and the late Helen Hill, Canary Jenkins, Perry Jenkins, and James Stripling. Brother-in-law of Mary Alice Hill, the late Clinton Carriere and Bernadine Hill. Also survived by a host of nieces, nephews, cousins other relatives and friends. Age 64 years. A native of Waterproof, La. and resident of Marrero, La. Relatives and friends of the family; also pastors, officers, and members of Shiloh Missionary Baptist Church and neighboring churches; employees of Avondale shipyard are invited to attend the Funeral Service at Shiloh Missionary Baptist Church, 1419 4th St., Westwego, La. on Thursday April 17, 2008 at 10:00a.m. Rev. Woodrow Hayden pastor - Rev. Willie G. Thomas, officiating. Visitation will begin at 8:30a.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 04/16/2008. **************************************** 000405 Hill - Vernon Hill departed this life at River Region Hospice in River Ridge, La. on Thursday, April 10, 2008 at 12:00. Husband of Irene Hill. Father of Vernon Carnell Morris and Damon Perrilloux of Laplace, La. Stepfather of Juan A. Shorts, Lemmie Shorts, III, Carlos Shorts, and Gayle S. (Lionel) McClean. Grandfather of Shamond C. and Vershaad C. Morris, Damon Perilloux, II, Davon J. Perilloux, and Ta'Mecha Perilloux. Son of the late Nathan and Edna James Hill. Brother of Ethel (Edward) Jones of Marrero, La., Eartha Hill, Geraldine Smith, Lillie (Clarence) Arlene, and Ronald (Ann) Hill Reserve, La. and the late Cheryl H. James, Willie Hill, Nathan Hill, and Martha H. Green. Brother in law of Iris W. (Marcelle) Cyprian, Mary Ann W. (Victor) Elcock, Gladys (Apostle Edward), Thomas, Eddie (Lucy) Williams, Joseph N. (Robin) Williams, Joseph A. Laurent, Audrey Washington, Ruby M. Williams, Carolyn W. Black, Carlene C. Fulton, Rosalee Williams, Dora Hill, and Joseph Green. Godson of Peter Jasper and Mildred Russell. Cousin of Roland LeBlanc. Devoted friend of Charles McQuarter. Also survived by a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends. Age 60 years, a native of Reserve, La. and a resident of Laplace, La. Relatives and friends of the family, also Pastors, officers, and members of Pilgrim Baptist Church of Reserve, La. New Zion B.C. of Marrero, La. and neighboring churches; employees of St. John Sheriff Department are invited to attend the Funeral Service at Pilgrim Baptist Church, 107 Pilgrim St., Reserve, La., on Saturday, April 19, 2008 at 10:00a.m. Rev. Forell Bering, Sr. officiating. Visitation will begin at 8:00a.m. until service time at the above named church. Entombment: St. John Memorial Garden Laplace, La. Arrangements by Davis Mortuary Service 230 Monroe St. Gretna, La. Times Picayune 04/18/2008. **************************************** 000406 Himel - Edwin James Himel, age 86, of Ocean Springs passed away on April 14, 2008 in Ocean Springs. Beloved husband of Jean Brand Himel. Son of the late Vance Bruffy Himel and Lucille Joubert Himel. Grandson of the late Julia Boudreaux Himel of Labadieville, LA. Brother of David D. Himel. Mr. Himel was a native of New Orleans and a resident of Ocean Springs, MS since 1991. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend a graveside service at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, April 18, 2008 in the Garden of Memories Courtyard Mausoleum, 4800 Airline Highway, Metairie, Louisiana. The Ocean Springs Chapel of Bradford- O'Keefe Funeral Homes is in charge of arrangements. View and sign register book at www.bradfordokeefe.com. Times Picayune 04/16/2008. **************************************** 000407 Hindelang - Samuel Phillip "Sammy" Hindelang, an Ocean Marine Master with Seacrest Marine, passed away on Saturday, April 12, 2008. Beloved husband of Mary Hindelang. Son of William P. (stepmother Grace) Hindelang, Jr. and Loretta Avenel (stepfather Wayne) Merrill. Brother of Lisa (Jim) Breland, Billie Jo (Jerry) Pigniolo, and Tricia (John) Vise. Uncle of Ashley and James Breland, Peyton Pigniolo, and Madison and Cassidy Vise. Also survived by a host of aunts, uncles, cousins, and his beloved dog Bitsy. Mr. Hindelang was a 1975 graduate of West Jefferson High School. Age 50 years, a native of New Orleans, LA and resident of Freeport , TX. Relatives and Friends of the Family, also members of Jones Creek Assembly of God Church are invited to attend a Funeral Service in the Chapel of MOTHE FUNERAL HOME, 2100 Westbank Expressway, Harvey, LA, on Friday, April 18, 2008 at 11 AM. Interment in Westlawn Memorial Park Cemetery, Gretna, LA. Visitation will be Friday morning from 8:30 AM until Service Time. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Jones Creek Assembly of God Church, 7134 Hwy 36, Jones Creek, TX 77541. For funeral information, please call 366-4343. Times Picayune 04/18/2008. **************************************** 000408 Hirst - Jared Christopher Hirst (BIG J) on Friday, April 11, 2008 at St Charles Hospital, Luling, LA. Son of Carla D. Hirst. Brother of Kayla Green, Kiara Green and Shawn J. Collier. Grandson of Joan C. Hirst and Richard J. Hirst, Sr. Nephew of Richard J. Hirst, Jr. Great Grandson of Alberta Hirst of New Orleans, LA. Great-nephew of Shirley Woodfork (Edmond) of New Orleans, LA and Eberneezer Hirst (Jackie) of Shreveport, LA. Devoted cousin of Alesha Payton, Shirley Atwood and Wornell Nelson. Also survived by a host of aunts, uncles, cousins, other relatives and friends. Age 22 years. A native and resident of St. Rose, LA. Relatives and friends of the family, also Pastors, officers and members of Fifth African and Oakland Baptist Churches and all neighboring churches, and employees of St Charles Parish School Board, Destrehan High School, Staff and Faculty of Albert Cammon Middle School, and Louisiana Department of Agriculture 4-H Office are invited to attend the Funeral Service at Fifth African Baptist Church, 174 4th Street, St Rose, LA, on Saturday, April 19, 2008 at 11:00 AM. Rev Gerald Vinnett, Pastor, Officiating. Interment Jefferson Memorial Garden Cemetery, St Rose, LA. Visitation at the above named church from 10:00 AM until service time. SERVICED BY ROBOTTOM Times Picayune 04/18/2008. **************************************** 000409 Hoffmann - Ana Maria Hoffmann passed away on Friday, April 11, 2008. Beloved wife of Dr. Ernesto Otto Hoffmann. Daughter of the late Eduardo Doria-Medina and Teresa Doria- Medina. Mother of Ernest E. Hoffmann, Peter J. Hoffmann, Ana Maria Hebert, Maria Teresa Neathamer and Erika Patricia Hoffmann. Sister of Jaime Doria-Medina and the late Eduardo Doria-Medina. "Tita" to 10 grandchildren and 4 great grandchildren. Age 75 years. Born in Bolivia, South America and resided in New Orleans , LA for the past 38 years. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend a Memorial Visitation beginning at 9:30AM with a Memorial Mass to follow at 10:30AM at Holy Spirit Catholic Church, 6201 Stratford Place, Algiers, LA on Monday, April 21, 2008. Interment in Restlawn Park Cemetery, Avondale, LA. MOTHE FUNERAL HOME in charge of arrangements. Information: 366- 4343. Times Picayune 04/20/2008. **************************************** 000410 Hollingsworth - Calvin Hollingsworth, age 54, passed away on Friday, April 11, 2008. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the Homegoing Celebration on Saturday, April 19, 2008, 10:00AM, at Galilee Baptist Church, 1528 Louisa Street, New Orleans, LA. Visitation will be held from 9:00AM until the hour of service. Interment Holt Cemetery, New Orleans, LA. He is preceded in death by his parents Herman and Ruby Hollingsworth; and 1 daughter Felicia Demetrius Hollingsworth. Calvin is survived by his beloved wife Marie Cecilia Hollingsworth; 1 daughter Keisha Michelle Hollingsworth; 6 grandchildren Devin and Darius Toler, Arriel, Arianne, Kendrick and Emily Hollingsworth; 4 sisters and 2 brothers; and a host of other relatives and friends. Special thanks and appreciation to the staff of St. Margaret's Nursing Home and Concerned Care Hospice and Home Health. Services entrusted to the caring staff of: Professional Funeral Services, Inc. "Divine Service for a Divine People" 1620 Elysian Fields Avenue New Orleans, LA 70117 (504) 948-7447 Times Picayune 04/18/2008. **************************************** 000411 Holmes - Louis Leroy Holmes (BIG LOU) On April 19, 2008 of Slidell, LA was received into his eternal resting place in Heaven at the age of 59. Louis was educated in the Orleans Parish School System and a graduate of Booker T. Washington High School in 1967. He was employed by The University of New Orleans for 23 years as a Facilitator in the Facility Service Department; he was also employed as a contractor through the United States Government for Goodworks Inc. He leaves to cherish his memory a beloved wife, Dorothy Brister Holmes, (2) children; Louis Ulanza and Chenita Holmes a loving mother; Myrtis Maclies a mother-in- law Earlie Mae Brister; 4 grandchildren; 3 brothers and 1 sister. Pastors, officers and members of Beacon Light, New Hope, 2nd Morning Star of New Orleans, Word of Life Tabenacle of Jonesboro, GA. Also, UNO Faculty and staff, Goodworks Inc., Sally's Beauty Stores, Slidell Memorial Hospital, Delgado Community College, Day Zimmerman and L&R Security Services, McDonald's Brown's Dairy, Beslia Transportation, neighbors and friends are invited to attend the home going of a legend. A Memorial Service will be held on Wednesday, April 23, 2008 at 10:00 a.m. Visitation at 9:00 a.m. Services Officiated by Beacon Light International Ministries under the leadership of Bishop Darryl S. Brister, location of Service at New Hope Baptist Church, 1807 LaSalle Street, New Orleans, LA. HERITATE FUNERAL DIRECTORS "A Spirit of Excellence" 4101 St. Claude Avenue., N.O., LA Information: (504) 944-5500 Times Picayune 04/22/2008. **************************************** 000412 Holt - LeRoy G. (Bubba) Holt, a retired tankerman of 35 years, passed away on Thursday, April 3, 2008. Beloved husband of Elizabeth Boggan Holt. Son of the late Bernard L. Holt and Virginia Pouiciau Holt. Brother of the late Mary Katherine Holt Bates. Uncle of the late Shawn M. Bates. He is survived by his sister, Mary Kathleen Holt LeCompte; a son, Grant Holt; a daughter, Bernadette May (husband Nicholas); grandsons, Christopher M. Bordelon, Jr. and Nicholas May, Jr.; two nieces, Melissa Maise Vincent and Courtnie Maise. Bubba is also survived by a host of other nieces and nephews. Natural father of Ann Breaux. Step father of Michelle Chauncey Easley. Step grandfather of Russell, Jr. and Ross Easley. Age 72 years. Born in Baton Rouge and resident of the Westbank for the past 45 years. Relatives and friends of the family, also employees of Don Bohn Ford and Badeaux Grocery are invited to attend a visitation at MOTHE FUNERAL HOME, 7040 Lapalco Blvd., Marrero, LA on Thursday, April 10, 2008 from 6:00PM until 10:00PM. A Prayer Service will be held at 7:30PM. Interment will be private. Information: 366-4343. In lieu of flowers, donations to help the family defray the cost of funeral expenses are preferred. Times Picayune 04/9/2008 **************************************** 000413 Hoover - Seth Frederick Hoover, 21 years old of Folsom, LA, died Friday, April 4, 2008 in Folsom as the result of a car accident. Seth was born on Friday, December 26, 1986 in Hammond. Surviving are mother and step-father, Pam Hoover McDow and Glenn McDow; brothers, Slade, Sloan, Saylem and Slayton McDow; grandmothers, June Rainey and Shirley Hoover; aunts and uncles, Randy and Jeanie Rainey, Myra and Brandon Houston, Debbie Prokasi; cousins, Blake, Coty and Quint Rainey, Heather Collins, Daulton Houston, Shane Lavinhouse, Josh and Gina Prokasi, David Jr. and June Hoover, Jennifer and Kiley Hoover. He is preceded in death by father, Frederick O. Hoover Jr.; grandfathers, Robert Rainey Jr. and Frederick "Buddy" Hoover Sr.; uncles, Robert Lonnie Rainey, David Hoover and his wife Judy. Friends will be received Tuesday, April 8, 2008, at the Harry McKneely & Son Funeral Home in Hammond from 6:00p.m. until 10:00p.m. and on Wednesday from 8:00a.m. until 10:00a.m. Services will be held at Rainey Chapel Church of God, Wednesday, April 9, 2008 at 11:00a.m. Interment will follow in the Bennett Cemetery. Seth was blessed to have many friends who will miss him. An on-line Guestbook is available at http://www.harrymckneely.com. Times Picayune 04/7/2008. **************************************** 000414 Hopkins - Florence Johnson Hopkins, a retired cafeteria manager with Orleans Parish Board, departed this life on Tuesday, April 15, 2008 in Las Vegas, NV. A native of New Orleans, LA a resident of Las Vegas, NV because of Hurricane Katrina. Beloved wife of the late Paul Hopkins, Jr. Mother of Paula H. (Wilbert) Young and Brenda H. (Glenn) Alexander. Grandmother of Glenn (Yvette) Paul Alexander, Paul (Lisa) Hopkins Young and Gina (Gary) Alexander Shanks. Also survived by 10 great-grandchildren, 7 great-great- grandchildren and a host of beloved nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends. Relatives and friends of the family, also pastors, officers and members of 1st St. UMC, Zion UMC of Las Vegas, NV and Pilgrim Rest Baptist Church #2 are invited to attend the funeral service at 1st Street PW United Methodist Church, 2309 Dryades St. on Monday, April 21, 2008 at 11:00 am. Visitation will begin at 9:00 am. Rev. Lance Eden, pastor; Rev Bennie Kirk, officiating. Interment: Mt. Olivet Cemetery. Arrangements by DW Rhodes Funeral Home 1728 N. Claiborne Ave. Please visit www.rhodesfuneral.com to sign the guest book. Times Picayune 04/20/2008. **************************************** 000415 Horton - Melvin L. Horton, 50, a retired educator died March 31, 2008 in Jackson, MS. Funeral will be held Saturday, April 5 at 12:00 Noon at Anderson United Methodist Church, 6205 Hanging Moss Rd., Jackson. Porter & Sons Funeral Home (662) 834-3198. Times Picayune 04/4/2008. **************************************** 000416 Hudson - Charles "Bill" William Hudson, a retired Serviceman of NOPSI for 35 years, died on Saturday, March 29, 2008. Age 85 years. Beloved husband of the late Shirley Fischer Hudson. Father of Anne H. Clayborne, Joan H. Gifford, Sheila A. Hudson and David M. Hudson. Son of the late Mabel Wreford Hudson and Henry Parker Hudson. Brother of Charlotte Anne Rizzo, Jeannette Ruth Peyton and the late Henry P. Hudson, Terrell D. Hudson and Mabel S. Guidroz. Grandfather of Gregory Clayborne, Amanda Clayborne-Smith, Scott P. Hudson, Candi A. Blandin, Rory P. Blandin Jr. and the late Patrick J. Blandin. Also survived by two great- grandchildren, Alex Clayborne and Giovanni Montrel. Mr. Bill Hudson was a member of the American Legion #175, VFW-Post 6640 and the Masonic Lodge 444. Relatives and friends are invited to a Visitation Service at GREENWOOD FUNERAL HOME, 5200 Canal Blvd., New Orleans, on Thursday, April 3, 2008, from 10:00 AM until 11:00 AM. A graveside service will follow in Greenwood Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to Second Harvest of New Orleans, 1201 Sams Ave., Jefferson, LA 70123. To view and sign family guestbook, visit www.lakelawnmetairie.com. Times Picayune 04/2/2008. **************************************** 000417 Hudson - Elizabeth Ann Hudson, 20, was suddenly taken from this earth to be with her Lord and Savior on Friday April 11, 2008 at 11:22 a.m. A graduate of East Jefferson High Scholl and currently a student at U. N. O. A native of New Orleans and a resident of Metairie. Beloved daughter of Leigh Hudson Smith and Patrick Johnsen. Step daughter of Kelly Smith and Miss Shannon. Stepsister of Curtis Smith, Chrissy Jaynes, Darryl Crespo and Nicholas Crespo. Granddaughter of Clifton Hudson. Companion of Kenny Harris. Also survived by numerous Aunts, Uncles and cousins. Preceded in death by her maternal grandmother, Ann Hudson. Elizabeth affected the lives of all who knew her and will be remembered for her passion for life in the hearts of everyone who knew her, she will be sadly missed. The relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the funeral service on Friday April 18, 2008 at 2 p.m. in THE GARDEN OF MEMORIES FUNERAL HOME CHAPEL with burial in the Garden of Memories Cemetery. Visitation will be on Friday from 11 a.m. till time of services on Friday. For more information please call (504) 833-3786. Please visit the online obituary and guestbook at www.mem.com. Times Picayune 04/15/2008 **************************************** 000418 Hufft - Kenneth Lee Hufft, age 55, died on Monday, April 7, 2008. Son of the late Colonel Edward Hufft and the late Bernice Evans Hufft. He is survived by two brothers, Edward Hufft, Jr. and wife, Anita, and Harry Hufft and wife, Ellen; two nephews, Michael Hufft and wife, Amber, and Matthew Hufft; two nieces, Rebecca Hufft Kao and husband, Daniel, and Meghan Hufft Cox and husband John; one great nephew, Titan Cox and one great niece, Ellen Cox. Kenny was a longtime resident of Holy Angels Residential Facility in Shreveport, La. where he received loving care from staff and faculty. Relatives and friends are invited to attend Funeral Services on Friday, April 11, 2008 at Greenwood Funeral Home, 5200 Canal Blvd, New Orleans. Visitation will begin at 10:00 A.M. followed by a funeral Mass at 11:00 A.M. in the chapel. Internment will be at Greenwood Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made to Holy Angels Residential Facility, 10450 Ellerbe Road, Shreveport, LA. 71106 To View or sign the Family Guestbook, please visit www.greenwoodfuneralhome.net Times Picayune 04/10/2008. **************************************** 000419 Hulbert - Charlie J. Hulbert on Monday, March 31, 2008. Beloved son of Amelia Hulbert and Charlie J. Ford. Stepson of Roosevelt Davis, Jr. Brother of Jahmal Burroughs, Anthony, Carionte, Jermaine and Javen Hulbert. Grandson of Melvin Hulbert, the late Caroline Hulbert, Henry and Fannie Ford. Also survived by a host of other relatives and friednds. Age 18. Relatives and friends; pastors, officers and members of James Chapel B.C. and all neighboring churches; staff and students of Fredrick Douglas H.S.; employees of City of N.O. Youth Study Center, A & R Trucking and Entergy are invited to attend the Funeral Services at James Chapel B.C., 4228 Thalia St. on Friday, April 11, 2008 at 10:00 a.m. Rev. Herman Brown, officiating. Church visitation Friday 9:00 a.m. until hour of services. Entombment Mt. Olivet Cemetery. Professional services entrusted to LITTLEJOHN FUNERAL HOME 2163 Aubry St. Cal K. Johnson, Manager/Funeral Director Information: (504) 940- 0045 www.littlejohnfuneralhome.com Times Picayune 04/10/2008. **************************************** 000420 Humphrey - Bernard Lawrence Humphrey, born October 8, 1927, went to our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Sunday, April 6, 2008 at 7:50 a.m. at Kindred Hospital. Aged 80 years. He was a native and lifelong resident of New Orleans, husband of the late Barbara A. Humphrey. Mr. Humphrey a Colonel in the United States Army Reserve, (RET), retired Orleans Parish School Teacher and Hearing Officer, a Professional Photographer, a member of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc., Deacon and Member of the Maile Chorus of Greater Liberty Missionery Baptist Church, Member of the Southern University Quarterback Club, and the Kiwanis Club of Pontchartrain. Preceded in death by his sister Denise Lewis. Survivors include his brother Lawrence 'Sonny' Humphrey. Daughters Cheryl Humphrey-Francois, Theryl Humphrey-Davis, Tracey Humphrey, and Shelley Humphrey- Williams; grandchildren Lauren Francois, Lacey Francois, Avery Humphrey-Davis, Julian Humphrey-Davis, Camaren Humphrey-Davis, Skylar Humphrey-Davis, and Sydnei Humphrey- Davis. Funeral Services on Friday, April 11, 2008 at Greater Liberty Missionary Baptist Church, 1230 Desire St., New Orleans at 11 a.m. Reverend Dr. Calvin Woods, Presiding. Visitation at 10 a.m. Interment in Mt. Olivet cemetery, New Orleans. CHARBONNET-LABAT DIRECTORS, 581-4411 Times Picayune 04/11/2008 **************************************** 000421 Husser - Harry Charles Husser departed peacefully on Sunday, April 13, 2008 in Houston, TX at the age of 84. He was the beloved father of Richard Husser. Uncle Harold to 3 nieces and 7 nephews. Brother of Amy Husser Rueb, Doris Husser Conte, and the late Marjorie Husser Glaviano. Son of the late Harry Charles Husser, Sr. and Amy Catherine O'Neil. A native of New Orleans and a resident of Houston, TX for the last 45 years. A Sergeant in the United States Marine Corps during World War II, student at USC and graduate of Tulane. Active in numerous community and business organizations in New Orleans including past President of the Export Manager's Club. Passionate about his community and politics, he ran for the Louisiana State Senate in 1955. A Real Estate Broker in Houston for over 35 years. Funeral Services with military honors will be held on Saturday, April 19, 2008 at Schoen Funeral Home, 3827 Canal St., New Orleans, LA, at 10:00 AM. Family and friends are invited to view and sign an online guestbook at www.legacy.com. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Tulane University, Dept of Mathematics, 3439 Prytania Street, Suite 200, New Orleans, LA 70115. Times Picayune 04/18/2008. **************************************** 000422 Hutchison - Margaret Hutchison (nee DePenis), 86, of Madisonville, La. Wife of the late Thomas Hutchison. Mother of Thomas Hutchison of Augusta, Ga. and Earl Hutchison of Los Angeles, Ca. Sister of Maud DePenis of Chalmette, La., Bernice Mosely of New Orleans, La. and the late Anna Cooper of Chicago, IL., Henry, Joseph, Edward and John DePenis. Also survived by 5 grandchildren, 3 great-grandchildren, numerous nieces and nephews, other relatives and friends. Relatives and friends of the family, also Priest and Parishioners of St. Anselm Catholic Church are invited to attend the Visitation on Thursday, April 3, 2008 at At. Anselm Catholic Church, 306 St. Mary Street, Madisonville, La. from 10:00 a.m. until 11:00 a.m. Followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 11:00 a.m. Interment Madisonville Cemetery - Madisonville, La. No Wake. You may sign the guest book on nola.com/obits. GERTRUDE GEDDES WILLIS FUNERAL HOME, INC. IN CHARGE. INFO 522-2525 Times Picayune 04/2/2008. **************************************** 000423 Hyde - Brenda J. Hyde on Saturday, April 19, 2008. Mother of Takiyah Hyde (Thaddeus), Ronald Hyde (Kenisha). Grandmother of Darrielle, Khadijah, Demi and Thaddeus, Jr. Daughter of Louella Porter and the late Oscar Porter. Sister of Verdeen Singleton and Bernice Porter, Douglas Porter (Lynette) and Bruce Porter (Mildred) and the late Dorothy Reine. Also survived by 4 step-grandchildren, aunts, uncles and a host of other relatives and friends. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Funeral Services on Saturday, April 26, 2008 at 11:00am at Marine and Mt. Moriah Ministries, 3034 Andover St., Jefferson, LA. Elder Donald L. Robinson. Jr., Officiating. Visitation 9:00am. Interment Providence Cemetery. Services entrusted to Louisiana Undertaking Company, Inc. 1449 N. Claiborne Avenue New Orleans, Louisiana 70116 Information: (504) 945-2145 Jeffery K. Jenkins / Renard A. Boissiere Fatima B. Conner Directors Times Picayune 04/25/2008. **************************************** 000424 Hymel - Lee J. Hymel, age 92, of Drexel Hill, PA, died on April 1, 2008 at Dunwoody Village. Born in Edgard, LA, he was the son of the late Angelo and Effie Hymel (Nee Webre). His family moved to New Orleans, LA where he graduated from Soule Business College. His entire career was in the pharmaceutial industry; first with a wholesale company and then 38 years with Wyeth Laboratories as a salesman, District Manager, Regional Manager and in 1968 Vice President of Marketing until his retirement in 1981. Known as a 'people person', he enjoyed a very long and happy tenure in the pharmaceutical industry. Mr. Hymel was a avid golfer and a member of Llanerch Country Club for over 50 years; he was also a member of the Holy Name Society of St. Bernadette Church. Mr. Hymel is survived by his wife of 70 years, Eleonore Hymel (Nee Haydel) of Drexel Hill, PA; his children Kay Ann Reilly (Joseph) of Ocean City, NJ, Patricia (William) Gallagher of Davenport, IA, Mary Ellen (Lawrence) Kenney of Clifton, VA and Gary S. Hymel (Loretta) of Long Beach, CA, 18 grandchildren and 18 great-grandchildren. Relatives and friends are invited to his Funeral Saturday, April 5, 2008 at 11 AM at St. Bernadette Church, 1035 Turner Avenue, Drexel Hill where friends may call in Church after 10 AM. Entombment will follow in Arlington Cemetery, Drexel Hill. In lieu of flowers, contributions to St. Bernadette Church, 1035 Turner Avenue, Drexel Hill, PA 19026 would be appreciated. Arrangements The Donohue Funeral Home, 8401 West Chester Pike, Upper Darby, PA (610) 449-0300 Times Picayune 04/4/2008. **************************************** 000425 Hymel - Willard Joseph Hymel, Sr., age 89, passed away on Sunday, April 27, 2008, at Covenant Hospice Care Center in Pensacola, FL. He was born August 14, 1918 to the late Felicien and Marie Leboeuf Hymel. Beloved husband of Inez Scioneaux Hymel, he was preceded in death by his brother Russell Hymel and his sister Gertie Lasseigne. He is survived by his son Willard, Jr. (Sandra) of Kenner LA, and daughters Melanie Golden (David) of Covington, LA, Melinda Leblanc (Michael) of Milton FL, and Melissa Love (Ronald) of Downers Grove IL, 11 grand children, 5 great grand children. Brother of Edith Melancon (the late Walter) of Lutcher LA, and Clifford Hymel (Lou) of Gretna LA. He was a Veteran of WWII with the U.S. Army and a member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars. He was a native of Convent, LA and a resident of Metairie, LA for 57 years. He resided in Milton, FL for the past 5 years. He retired from Bernard Lumber Company in 1983. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the funeral Mass at Lake Lawn Metairie Funeral Home and Cemeteries, 5100 Pontchartrain Blvd., New Orleans, LA 70124, 504-486-6331, on Thursday, May 1, 2008 at 12:00 noon with visitation beginning at 10:00 AM. Interment will follow in Lake Lawn Park. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to Covenant Hospice Care Center, c/o West Florida Hospital, 8383 North Davis Highway, Pensacola, FL 32514, in memory of Willard J. Hymel, Sr. To sign the family guest book, go to www.lakelawnmetairie.com. Times Picayune 04/30/2008. **************************************** 000426 Isemann - Rosalie T. Isemann, went to sleep on April 19, 2008. She was 82 years of age, a native of Harvey, LA and resident of Gretna, LA. Beloved wife of Emanuel "Manny" Isemann. Mother of Raymond J. Isemann and Brenda Isemann Ledet. Mother in law of Frank A. Ledet, Jr. and Katharina G. Isemann. Daughter of the late Marie and Emile Totoro. Sister of the late Frances, Josephine, Catherine, Marie, Sam and Joseph. Grandmother of Jessica Monzon, Christopher and Frank Ledet, III, Kellie Jeanfreau, Tiffany and Kimberly Isemann. She will be sadly missed. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the visitation at Our Lady of Wisdom Health Care Center, 5600 Gen. DeGaulle Drive, Algiers, LA on Monday, April 21, 2008 from 9 AM to 11 AM. A Funeral Mass will follow. Interment Westlawn Memorial Park. Donations in her memory may be made to Our Lady of Wisdom Health Care Center. Mothe Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. Information, 504.366.4343. Times Picayune 04/20/2008. **************************************** 000427 Isom - Willie Isom, Sr, on Saturday, April 5, 2008 at his residence in Vacherie, LA. Husband of the late Josephine Steib Isom. Father of Sarah, Alonzo and Farrel Isom, Zina Simon and Samantha Johnson all of Vacherie, LA and Willie Isom, Jr. of Kingwood, TX; father-in-law of Carmen and Sandra Isom and James Simon; son of the late Laura and John Isom, Sr. Also survived by 6 grandchildren, 2 brothers, 4 sisters and a host of nieces, nephews other relatives and friends. He was 76, a native and resident of Vacherie, LA. Mass of Christian Burial on Saturday, April 12, 2008 at 11:00am from Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church, South Vacherie. Entombment in the church mausoleum. Visitation from 8:00am to Mass time on Saturday at the church. Arrangements by Williams & Southall Funeral Home of Napoleonville, LA. To sign guest book or offer condolences visit our website at www.williamsandsouthallfuneralhome.com Times Picayune 04/11/2008 **************************************** 000428 Jackson - Barbara Dugas Jackson January 20, 1940 - April 15, 2008 A Memorial Mass will be celebrated at 2:00 p.m. on Sunday, April 20, 2008 at St. Joseph Co-Cathedral, Thibodaux, LA with Fr. Jay Baker, presiding. Visitation will begin at 1:00 p.m. The Celebration of Mrs. Jackson's Life will follow with food and fellowship. Mrs. Jackson is survived by her loving husband of 48 years, William "Sonny" Jackson; four children, daughters: Sherri Jackson of Houma, LA, Angele Conque and her husband, Clint of Conway, AR, Sunny Raye Bourgeois and her husband, Troy of Houma, LA; and son, Hud Jackson and his wife, Patricia of Conway, AR. She leaves behind 9 grandchildren: Mason and Brannon Thompson of Houma, LA, Chasse Conque of Little Rock, AR, Benton and Zachary Conque of Conway, AR, Brogan Bourgeois of Houma, LA and Alexis, William and Baleigh Jackson of Conway, AR. She is also survived by her sisters: Kathy Dugas of Patterson, LA and Collette Canty and her husband, Merlin of Patterson, LA; and brother, Clifton "Dugie" Dugas and his wife, Tinker of Lafayette, LA. She will be sadly missed by her pet dog "Starr". She was preceded in death by her parents: Irby and Tippy Dugas; her sister, Idell Dugas; and her mother-in-law, Opal Hudgins and father-in-law, William Jackson. Mrs. Jackson's family expresses their deepest gratitude to Vallie Collins and Lolita Henry, her loving and devoted caregivers. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Parkinson's Action Network at www.Parkinsonaction.org or the Louis ana Baptist Children's Home and Family Ministries at www.lbch.org would be greatly appreciatd. Thibodaux's Fuenral Home, Inc, in charge of arrangements. Times Picayune 04/17/2008. **************************************** 000429 Jackson - Barbara Jean Jefferson Jackson, a retired teacher of the East Baton Rouge Parish Public Schools, departed this life on Friday, March 28, 2008 at Baton Rouge General Medical Center, surrounded by family and friends. She was 70 years old. Mrs. Jackson was born in Lake Providence, Louisiana, the first of 10 children of Mr. Mose and Mrs. Angeline Jefferson. Barbara was a gifted and multi- talented student who excelled in music and academics. She graduated as salutatorian of her high school class; from Southern University with honors in Home Economics; earned a masters in Home Economics from Southern; and later a second masters plus 30 in Elementary Education from Virginia Tech. Mrs. Jackson, over the next 45 years, taught elementary school at various postings, with the last 30 years or so at schools in East Baton Rouge Parish. At her death, she was still working as a returning retired teacher at Claiborne Elementary and Ryan Elementary Schools in Baton Rouge. Over twenty years ago, she joined Bethany World Prayer Center in Baker, Louisiana where she was a member of Bethany's Generation 5, a Greeter, Sunday School Teacher and Cell Group Leader. She is survived by her sons Arthur Jerome Jackson, Jr. and Michael Jevon Jackson; grandchildren Victor Tres, Trey Maurice, Joshua, Steven, Gabrielle, Azaria and Nathanael; daughters-in-law Benya and Tasha Jackson; sisters Dr. Betty L. Jefferson, Alice Montgomery, Delois Tucker and Brenda Foster; brothers Mose O. Jefferson, Congressman William J. Jefferson and Rev. Archie L. Jefferson, Sr; her eldest niece Angela Coleman, who was like a sister to her; brother-in-law, Hershel Jackson; aunt, Maurice Harris; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents Mose and Angeline Jefferson; her husband of 37 years, Lt. Colonel Arthur Jerome Jackson, Sr.; her sister Maxie Duniver; and brothers Bennie and Thomas Jefferson. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the visitation on Friday, April 4, 2008 from 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm at Winnfield Funeral Home in Baton Rouge and on Saturday, April 5, 2008 from 8:00 am - 10:00 am at Bethany World Prayer Center, North Campus, Baker, Louisiana, followed by the funeral at 10:00 am. Winnfield Funeral Home, 7221 Plank Road, Baton Rouge, LA 70811, 225- 357-2675 in charge of arrangements. Times Picayune 04/3/2008. **************************************** 000430 Jackson - Beatrice Jackson, age 97, entered into eternal rest on April 12, 2008. Daughter of the late Frank Dagnes and Henrietta Holland Dagnes, and devoted wife of the late Adolph Jackson. Mother of Darrell Phillips, Gerald Phillips, Steven Dagnes, the late Joseph Jackson and mother- in-law of Donna Phillips. She was preceded in death by five brothers and three sisters, and is also survived by ten grandchildren, eight great-grandchildren and a host of other relatives and friends. Relatives and friends of the family, Pastors, officers and members of Little Zion Baptist Church and neighboring churches are invited to attend the Funeral Service held on Friday, April 18, 2008 at Little Zion Baptist Church, 4821 Earhart St., at 10:00 A.M. Visitation will begin at 9:00 A.M. Rev. Walter Hardy officiating. Interment: Providence Memorial Park Cemetery. Arrangements by D.W. Rhodes Funeral Home, 1716 N. Claiborne Ave. Please visit our website www.rhodesfuneral.com to sign the guest book. Times Picayune 04/17/2008. **************************************** 000431 Jackson - Leotha Jones Jackson departed this life at West Jefferson Medical Center on Monday, April 21, 2008. Wife of the late Leroy Jackson. Loving mother of Leroy, Jr., and Gordon Jackson, and Barbara Shelvy. Grandmother of Leroiad, Devin, Brandon and Gordon, Jr., A'tiga, Tamara, India, and Joemaya. Great grandmother of Raymani. Daughter of the late Dave and Stella Jones. Sister of Herman and James Jones. Also survived by a host of other relatives and friends. Age 72 years, a native of New Orleans, La. and a resident of Avondale, La. Relative and friends of the family, also Pastors, officers, and members of Second St. John B.C., Little Zion B.C., Mt. Hermon B.C., Behold Lamb of God Ministry and all neighboring churches; employees of East Jefferson General Hospital are invited to attend the celebration of life and musical tribute at Second St. John B.C., 242 Avondale Garden Rd., Avondale, La., on Saturday, April 26, 2008 at 10:00a.m. Rev. Charlie Davis officiating. Visitation will begin at 8:30a.m. until service time at the above named church. Interment: Providence Memorial Park Cemetery-Metairie, La. Arrangements by Davis Mortuary Service 230 Monroe St. Gretna, La. Times Picayune 04/25/2008. **************************************** 000432 Jackson - Marcus Allen Jackson, Sr. departed this life on Saturday, April 19, 2008. Father of Marcus Allen Jackson, Jr. Stepfather of Ta'Juanjanae Riley. Devoted friend of Latosha Shaw. Son of Velma Lee Jackson and Audrey Jackson-Hite. Stepson of Carlos R. Hite, Sr. Grandson of Mary Alice Hill and the late Cleandrew Hill Jr., Ernest and Mae George Jackson. Brother of Jermaine Joseph Gordon. Stepbrother of Carlos, Jr.(CJ) and Carletta Hite. Also survived by the mother of his son Sherika Riley and a host of other relatives and friends. Age 23 years, a native of West Point, Ga. and a resident of Avondale, La. Relatives and friends of the family, also Pastors, officers, and members of Church of Christ and neighboring churches; employees of Belle Chasse Academy, Intermodle Trucking, Jefferson Parish School System, Northrop Grumman, and Terrell State Hospital (Terrell Texas) are invited to attend the Funeral Service at Church of Christ, 431 Franklin St., Gretna, La., on Saturday, April 26, 2008 9:30a.m. Minister Joseph Alexander and Preston Olive officiating. Visitation will begin at 8:30a.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 04/25/2008. **************************************** 000433 Jackson - Reverend Samuel Paul Jackson Funeral services will be held at 7:00 PM Monday, April 7, 2008, at Bellevue Street Baptist Church in Opelousas, LA for Rev. Samuel P. Jackson, 80, who died Wednesday, April 2, 2008 at his residence in Opelousas, LA. Interment will be in Providence Memorial Park in New Orleans, La. Rev. Joel Greene, Jr., pastor will officiate at the services. Survivors include: his wife: Deborah Williams Jackson of Opelousas, LA; (4) sons: Mr. Willie Louis (Carol) Harris of Ama, La; Rev. Edward R. (Lydia) Jackson of New Orleans, La; Rev. David S. (Bonnie) Jackson of Baton Rouge, La; Mr. Arnold K. (Cheryl) Jackson of Jonesboro, GA; (4) daughters: Mrs. Deloris (Bearl) Scieneaux of Donaldsonville, LA; Ms. Mary Jackson, Mrs. Deborah (John) Norton both of Opelousas, LA, Mrs. Ethel (Rev. Arthur) Harris of New Orleans, LA; (1) sister: Mrs. Mable Ford of New Orleans, LA; (27) Grandchildren, (40) Great Grandchildren and a host of other relatives and friends. Rev. Jackson was preceded in death by his parents: Rev. John and Clara Noble Jackson; (4) brothers: John Jackson, Rev. Phillip Jackson, Rev. Joseph Jackson, Willie Jackson; (4) sisters: Ludeel Hackless, Naomi Jackson, Daisy Ball and Mary Jackson. Visiting hours will be observed from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Monday, at Bellevue Street Baptist Church of Opelousas, LA, and 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, at Greater New Hope Missionary Baptist Church of New Orleans, LA. Williams Funeral Home of Opelousas, 942-2037, is in charge of arrangements. Times Picayune 04/6/2008 **************************************** 000434 Jackson - Sandra "Sandy" Elizabeth Jackson departed this life peacefully on April 4, 2008 at Memorial Herman Vitas Hospice of Houston, TX. She was a lifelong resident of New Orleans, until she evacuated as a result of Hurricane Katrina. Daughter of the late John and Elizabeth Turner Jackson Sr. Mother of Rhonda M. Jackson. Preceded in death by siblings, John Jr., Bobby, Gordon, William, Betty and Sherell Jackson, paternal and maternal grandparents. She is survived by her sister Barbara J. McMillan, aunts Geneva Lewis and Annie Mae Taylor, 5 nephews, 7 nieces, generations of other nieces and nephews, special niece and nephew, Gentriece Stephens and Errol Numa; special friends Hermanese Dunn and Gloria Hunt all of Houston, TX. All are invited to attend the funeral. A service will be held on Friday, April 11, 2008 at Charbonnet-Labat-Glapion Funeral Home, 1615 St. Philip St., N.O.LA--12:00 noon., Rev. Darryl K. Smith, officiating. Interment Mt. Olivet Cemetery. Visitation 11:00 AM in the funeral home. CHARBONNET-LABAT-GLAPION, Directors 581-4411 Times Picayune 04/10/2008. **************************************** 000435 Jackson - Shirley B. Lampton Jackson, age 67, died on Friday, April 4, 2008. Daughter of Geneva Magee Stampley and the late Charlie Bridges. Mother of Richard, Sr., Phillip and Rene Lampton, Jerry Pierre, Debbie Johnson, Erica Smith, Geneva " Gail " Lampton, Jeffery Wilson, the late Samuel and Herbert Lampton. Also survived by a host of grand and great- grandchildren, other relatives and friends. Relatives and friends of the family, also pastor, officers and members of St. Paul Church of God in Christ; employees of Housing Authority of New Orleans and Orleans Parish Criminal Sheriff's Academy are invited to attend the service. Funeral Service on Saturday, April 12, 2008 at St. Paul Church of God in Christ, 1020 Forstall St.---10 o'clock AM, Elder Louis Harvey, officiating. Interment Restlawn Park Cemetery (Avondale, LA). Visitation 9 o'clock AM in the church. CHARBONNET-LABAT-GLAPION, Directors (504) 581-4411 Times Picayune 04/11/2008 **************************************** 000436 Jackson - Shirley B. Lampton-Jackson, age 67, on Fr iday, April 4, 2008. Daughter of Geneva Magee Stampley and the late Charlie Bridges. Mother of Richard Sr., Phillip and Rene Lampton, Jerry Pierre, Debbie Johnson, Erica Smith, Geneva "Gail" Lampton, Jeffery Wilson, the late Sam uel and Herbert Lampton. Also survived by a host of grandchildren, great-grandchildren, other relatives and friends. Relatives and friends of the family; also pastors, officers and membes of St. Paul Church of God in Christ; employees of Housing Authority of New Orleans and Orleans Parish Criminal Sheriff's Academy are invited to attend the service. Funeral Service on Saturday, April 12, 2008 at St. Paul Church of God in Christ - 1020 Forstall St. at 10 o'clock a.m. Elder Louis Harvey, officiating. Interment Restlawn Park Cemetery, Avondale, LA. Visitation 9 o'clock a.m. in the Church. CHARBONNET-LABAT-GLAPION, Directors (504) 581-4411 Times Picayune 04/10/2008. **************************************** 000437 Jacob - Willie Mae Jacob, age 85, died on April 13, 2008 at Ochsner's West bank Hospital, after a brief illness. Wife of the late Ezell Jacob, Sr. Preceded in death by her loving son, Tommy L. Jackson. Loving mother of Ezell Jr. (Mary), Billie (Brenda) Jacob all of Little Rock, Arkansas, Donald (Glenda) Jacob, Barbara (Fred) Sylvester of Detroit, Michigan, Linda (Gregory) Melson and Brenda (Larry) Wheeler all of New Orleans. Also survived by 9 grandchildren, 4 great-grandchildren, numerous step grand and great grandchildren, sister-in-law Mattie Bell Jacobs, a host of other relatives and friends. All are invited to celebrate Ms. Willie Mae's life on Thursday, April 17, 2008 at Franklin Ave. Baptist Church, 2515 Franklin Ave., NOLA---- 11:00 AM, Rev. Fred Luter, officiating. Interment Mt. Olivet Cemetery. Visitation 10:00 AM at the church. CHARBONNET- LABAT-GLAPION, Directors 581-4411 Times Picayune 04/16/2008. **************************************** 000438 James - Janet Chevalley James, age 66, passed on Thursday, April 17 2008 at North Oaks Medical Center. A native of New Orleans and resident of Robert, Louisiana. She was born Thursday, March 19, 1942. Beloved wife of Wesley Joseph James and mother of five sons: Michael Joseph and wife Crysie James, Steven Mark James, Troy Anthony and wife Sabrina James, David Paul James, and Christopher Hunt James. She is survived by six grandchildren: Hannah Raynebeaux and Wesley August James; and AJ, Christopher, Alyssa, and Ross Moreci. She is also survived by her brother Richard H. and wife Joan Chevalley, and sister Linda Chevalley Wilson. She is also survived by numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, August (Red) Frank Chevalley and Edith Gadmer Chevalley. Services will be held in the Funeral Home Chapel Tuesday, April 22 2008 at 2pm. Interment will follow in the Rose Memorial Park Cemetery, Hammond LA 70401. An online guestbook is available at www.harrymckneely.com. Times Picayune 04/20/2008 **************************************** 000439 James - Maria Eulalia Santander James, age 81 years, passed away on Tuesday, March 25, 2008, in Quito, Ecuador. Beloved Wife of Johnny (Tiny) James. Mother of Louis John James. Mother-in-law of Marcela James. Daughter of the late Luis and Clotilde Santander. Sister of Mrs. Lucila Santander Vera, Maria Elina and Medardo Santander. Grandmother of Maria James Arcement, David, Timothy James and the late Ruth James. Great Grandmother of Payton and Mischa Arcement. Mrs. James was a native of Quito, Ecuador, a former longtime resident of Arabi, Waveland, MS., and a resident of Slidell. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the Funeral Mass at St. Luke's Catholic Church 910 Cross Gates Blvd., Slidell, LA on Wednesday, April 2, 2008 at 12:00 O'clock Noon. Interment in St. Bernard Memorial Gardens, Chalmette, La. Visitation at the Church on Wednesday after 9:30 A.M. until funeral time. Masses preferred, in lieu of flowers. Arrangements by Honaker Funeral Home, Inc., Slidell, LA. Times Picayune 04/1/2008. **************************************** 000440 Jarrell - Rose Hons Jarrell, known to those who love her as "Uma" went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, April 15, 2008 at the age of 85. A resident of Harvey, LA, Uma came to America from Belgium after marrying Benjamin Franklin Jarrell, an American soldier during World War II. A devoted wife, loving mother, and incredible grandmother and great-grandmother, Uma will leave behind many who love and adore her. Rose Hons Jarrell, daughter of the late Mathieu and Clementine Hons, is survived by her husband of 62 years, Benjamin Franklin Jarrell; her sister, Maria Stevens; her son, William Jarrell and wife, Linda, daughter, Roselyn Daigle and husband, Edward; her grandchildren: Todd Jarrell wife, Dana, Stacie Dupuy husband, Brett, Keith Jarrell wife, Cielena, Mathieu Daigle wife, Danielle and Julie White husband, Justy and great-grandchildren: Alex, Casey-Lynn, Scott, Brandon, Tyler, Joshua and Samantha who will just miss meeting her Uma, and many nieces and nephews in Belguim. Words cannot describe the gift God has given her family and friends by allowing us to know and love her. Uma will forever be in our hearts. Her entire life has been a testimony to unconditional love and self sacrifice. Uma, you will be mssed but never forgotten. Thank you for being the example of what God's love truly means. Relatives and friends are invited to attend a Memorial Service at New Loving Way Church, 116 J Street, Belle Chasse, LA on Saturday, April 19, 2008. Visitation begins at 9:00 a.m. with the Memorial Service beginning at 10:00 a.m. Times Picayune 04/18/2008. **************************************** 000441 Jemison - Edward Francis Jemison passed bravely from this life to his long awaited new one with Jesus, surrounded by his family at home on Saturday, April 12, 2008. Ed was born June 13, 1932 in New Orleans and resided in Metairie for the past 45 years. He was an architect, member of the AIA, and had his own firm, which designed the first phase of East Jefferson Hospital. He attended St. Stephen's and St. Mary of the Angels grade schools, St. Aloysius and Nicholls high schools, and received his BA in Architectural Engineering from LSU after completing his service in the Army during the Korean War. Ed was a parishioner and charter member of St. Edward the Confessor, where he was in charge of the first St. Vincent De Paul Society, an usher, a charter member of the Men's Club, Assistant Scout Master of Boy Scout Troop # 496, and taught CCD. He was just as devoted to community service in the parish he made his home, serving as president of the Jefferson Cultural Council where he chaired the first Jefferson Arts Festival. Ed served as president of the Sertoma Club of Metairie, vice president of YMBC of Jefferson, and received the YMBC award for his work with children. Ed is survived by his devoted wife of 55 years, Rosalie Centanni Jemison, his proud children and their mates, Joanne J. Gallinghouse (Walter), Michael Jemison (Becky), Eddie Jemison (Laura) and his loving grandchildren, Terri, Sean and Daisy Jemison. He is survived by his brother James Jemison and two sisters, Anne Jemison and Mary J. Ripoll. Ed was preceded in death by his parents James E. Jemison and Mary Rhodes, and brother, Maurice Jemison. Visitation will be at St. Edward's Church, 4921 W. Metairie Ave., Wednesday, April 16, 2008, 10:00 a.m. to noon, followed by a Funeral Mass. Interment will be at Greenwood Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family requests Masses for Ed or donations to St. Vincent de Paul Society of St. Edward's. Leitz-Eagan Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. Times Picayune 04/14/2008 **************************************** 000442 Johannessen - Lois Marilyn Bird Johannessen, age 50, on Friday, April 4th at 3:55 AM. Beloved wife of Jan Steven Johannessen. Daughter of Thomas Arnold Bird, Sr. and the late Rita Schuster Bird, passed away peacefully at home in the arms of her devoted husband. Lois valiantly met the challenges of her twenty-six year battle against Multiple Sclerosis with dignity, determination and grace. These attributes inspired all those she touched. Lois was born June 8th, 1957 in Pittsburgh, PA, the ninth of twelve children. She has resided in New Orleans, the city which she instanly fell in love with since 1977. She leaves behind her beloved feline companions: Maggie, Scrappy Rats and Dust Bin. Lois was preceded in death by her brothers Thomas Arnold Bird, Jr. and Richard Edward Bird. She is survived by siblings Mary Ellen Beck (Ron), Patti McPherson (Ken), Terry Bird (Anne), Kelly Bird (Connie), Joan Snyder (Tim), Judy Malzahn (Nels), John Bird (Candy), Katie Brupbacher (Barry) and Jan Stanek. She was the 'Bestest' aunt to her nieces and nephews: Rob, Mike, Kelly, Catherine, John, Jeremy, Jason, Laura, Julia, Pat, Brian, Emily, Taryn, Kelsey, Brenna, Josh, Jenny, Julie, Jamie, Nels, Morgan, Taylor, Nicky, Diana, Becca, Marissa, Brittany, Brad, Rita, Joey, Elizabeth, Nancy, Rici, Erin and Travis. She is also survived by a host of devoted friends. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the Memorial Service at Tharp-Sontheimer-Tharp, 1600 N. Causeway on Wednesday, April 9, 2008 at 3:30 PM. Visitation at the funeral home after 1:00 PM. Inurnment to follow the Memorial Service in the Garden of Memories Cemetery. Times Picayune 04/8/2008 **************************************** 000443 Johnson - Ashley Trenell (Pie) Johnson departed this life on Friday, April 4, 2008. She was 20 years old. Ashley was born in New Orleans, LA on February 26, 1988. She was the loving daughter of Shirley Mae Johnson and Kevin Alexander; beloved granddaughter of Doretha Butler, T.R. Jackson, the late Annie Mae and Sammy Johnson. Ashley was the cherished sister of Tangia Marie, Brandy and Eric Johnson, Shalonda Joseph, Tasha Crockett, Kevin Alexander, Jr. and the late Calvin Johnson. Goddaughter of Antionette and Rodney Mallot. Ashley is also survived by a host of aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins and a variety of friends. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the Funeral Services at Richardson Funeral Home, 11112 Jefferson Highway, River Ridge, LA on Saturday, April 12, 2008 at 10:00 a.m. Visitation at 9:00 a.m. Rev. Nathaniel Malone, officiating. Interment: Resthaven Memorial Park Cemetery, New Orleans, LA Professional services entrusted to RICHARDSON FUNERAL HOME, River Ridge, LA Online guest book may be signed at www.legacy.com. Times Picayune 04/11/2008 **************************************** 000444 Johnson - Barbara "Bobbie" Ann Johnson departed this life Monday, March 24, 2008 at her extended home in Aurora, Colorado. She was a life long resident of New Orleans, LA and leaves to cherish a host of cousins, godchildren, family and friends. Visitation on Saturday, April 5 at 9:00 a.m. and services to follow at 10:00 a.m. will be held at Majestic Mortuary Service, 1833 Oretha Castle Haley Blvd. Times Picayune 04/4/2008. **************************************** 000445 Johnson - James Larry 'Wimpy' Johnson passed away at East Jefferson General Hospital on Saturday, April 12, 2008. Beloved husband of Theresa Brasseaux Johnson. Father of Kim Sandrock (husband Brian) and the late Lisa Parker. Son of the late Alida Hebert and James Johnson. Brother of Michael Johnson (wife Becky). Grandfather of Joshua Cullia. Aged 62 years, a native of Rayne, LA and a resident of Kenner for the past 40 years. He was a veteran of law enforcement for the past 35 years. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the funeral at the Kenner Funeral Home of L. A. Muhleisen and Son, 2607 Williams Blvd. on Thursday, April 17, 2008, at 11:00 o'clock a.m. Interment in Garden of Memories Cemetery. Friends may visit from 6:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. on Wednesday and after 9:00 a.m. on Thursday. Times Picayune 04/15/2008 **************************************** 000446 Johnson - Joycey M. Johnson, a retired teacher of the Orleans Parish School Board and local musician, passed away Sunday, April 13, 2008 at her resident. Mrs. Johnson is the daughter of the late Letha P. Hill and the late Joseph Morris and beloved wife of the late Morris Johnson Jr. Mrs. Johnson, known to many as 'Mommie', taught in the Oreans Parish School Board for 35 years and retired from Robert R. Moton Elementary School. She was a long time GED teacher, a member of the Pilgrims Pals Advisory Board, President of the First Pilgrims Baptist Church Deaconess Board, Vacation Bible School and B.T.U. Her Survivors include two daughters, Lorraine E. Banks, and Linda J. Alexis, a son, Leonard M. Johnson, mother-in-law of Minister Anthony Alexis, Sr., 4 grandchildren, 11 great-grandchildren, 4 sisters-in-law, 2 brothers-in-law, and a host of nieces, nephews and cousins. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the home-going celebration at First Pilgrims Baptist Church, 1228 Arts Street, New Orleans, La., Dr. Eugene M. Mitchell, Pastor, Th. D, on Saturday, April 19, 2008. Visitation from 8:30am to 9:45am and services starting at 10:00am. Also invited the president, officers and members of the Tried Stone Society, Cornerstone M.B. General Association, Dr. Moses S. Gordon II, President, Congress of Christians, First District Association, employees of Orleans Parish School System, Pilgrims Pals Learning Center, Harmony and Reality Senior Citizens Centers, Minister Tracy and Mrs. Stacy Banks of Mesa, Arizona, Howard Gaskin Sr. of Mobile, Alabama, employees of Charity Hospital , HANO, Children's Hospital, Ochsner Foundation, St. Joseph Hospice, JOTCO Trucking and all neighborhood pastors and churches. Burial will be in Lakelawn Metairie Cemetary. Rhodes Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Times Picayune 04/17/2008 **************************************** 000447 Johnson - Marion Johnson, Sr. Age 70 "Entered into Eternal Rest" on Saturday April 5, 2008 at River Regions Hospice. Son of the late Lloyd Johnson Sr. and Ollie Mae Johnson. Beloved Husband of Martha Ann Johnson. Father of Eddie Wayne Johnson and Marion Johnson Jr. Brother of Dan, Charlie, Lloyd Jr., Dorsey Ray and Sam Johnson, Mae Pearl, Paul, Shirley Rolax, Hazel Lee Marks, Annie Ruth Phillips and Effie Lee Moore and the late George and Clarence Johnson. Brother-in-law of John Rolax, Bishop Richard Moore, Belinda, Doris and Linda Johnson. Father-in-law of Darlene Johnson. Grandfather of Shavon, Denecia, Domonique, Eddie II, Marilyn, Brice, Marion and Baralyn Johnson. Great Grandfather of Michelle Holmes and Demyra Horton. Adopted Father of Patricia Littlejohn, Beatrice Haynes, Jamonica Carter and Sybrill Collins. Also survived by a host of neices, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends. Relatives and friends of the family also pastors, officers, and members of Israelite Baptist Church and Wings of Faith Baptist Church are invited to attend the funeral services on Wednesday April 9, 2008 at 10:00 A.M. at Estelle J. Wilson Funeral Home, Inc. 2715 Danneel Street. Bishop Richard Moore officiating. Visitation 9:00 A.M. until 10:00 A.M. Interment: Garden of Memories Cemetery. Professional Services Entrusted To Estelle J. Wilson Funeral Home, Inc. 2715 Danneel Street Betty P. Wilson-DeJoie (Funeral Director and Mgr) Information 895-4903 Times Picayune 04/8/2008. **************************************** 000448 Johnson - May Iris Riedl Johnson, age 95, died on March 29, 2008. She was a native of New Orleans and a resident of Chalmette for 48 years, before evacuating to Picayune, MS. She was the cherished wife of the late Louis W. Johnson, Sr. Beloved mother of Janice J. Cummings (Al) and the late Louis "Buddy" Johnson, Jr. (Darleen). Daughter of the late Mary Bersuder and Louis W. Riedl, Sr. Sister of Edward & Albert Riedl, Elise Vamprime, Irma Moeller, Edna Landry and the late Louie, Joe, Bill, Ernie Riedl and Alma Diggs. She is also survived and fondly remembered by her grandchildren Michael Cummings (Michelle), Patrick Cummings, Colleen C. Fury, Sherrie Bowen (Bret), Pam Schaffer (Freddie), Eric Johnson, along with her 9 great grandchildren and numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. She will be sadly missed by us all. Special thanks to the staff at Live Oak Village, especially those special ladies in the Reminiscence section for their loving care and kindness for the last year and a half of "May May's" life. Also a special thank you to Buddy Perkins, her nurse with St. Joseph's Hospice. Relatives and friends are invited to attend a visitation to be held at ST. BERNARD MEMORIAL FUNERAL HOME, 701 W. Virtue St., Chalmette, LA on Wednesday, April 2nd from 12:00PM - 1:00PM. A Funeral Mass will begin at 1:00PM. Burial will follow in St. Bernard Memorial Gardens. To view and sign the Family Guestbook, please visit www.stbernardmemorial.com Times Picayune 04/1/2008. **************************************** 000449 Johnson - Richard Charles Johnson was tragically killed in a motorcycle accident on Sunday, April 13, 2008. Beloved son of Larry Johnson and Karen Delatte Johnson. Loving brother of Melissa Vicknair. Grandson of Mildred Gebhart, Maxine Johnson and the late Richard Delatte and Bert B. Johnson. Step-grandson of the late Alton Gebhart. Uncle of Ashley Vicknair and Christopher Vicknair. Companion and best friend of Cynthia Falcon. Also survived by aunts, uncles and many other loving relatives and friends. Mr. Johnson, age 43 years, was a longtime member of Heritage Bible Church, the Christian Motorcyclists Association and A.B.A.T.E. (American Bikers Active Toward Education). Mr. Johnson was a body technician and was employed at Gretna Body Works. Relatives, friends of the family, members of Heritage Bible Church, the Christian Motorcyclists Association and A.B.A.T.E. are invited to attend the Funeral Service from WESTSIDE/LEITZ-EAGAN FUNERAL HOME, 5101 Westbank Expressway, Marrero, LA, on Friday, April 18, 2008 at 1:00 PM. Interment will follow in Westlawn Memorial Park Cemetery. Visitation will be held on Friday from 10:00 AM until funeral time. In lieu of flowers, donations to the LA Special Olympics would be appreciated by the family. For information, call 341-9421. Times Picayune 04/17/2008. **************************************** 000450 Jones - Bonnie Lynn Jones, passed away at her LaPlace, LA residence, on Wednesday, April 16, 2008. Age 23 years. A lifelong resident of LaPlace, LA. Bonnie was a dedicated and loving mother. She had a soft heart to all that knew her and was the "light" in her mothers' life. Family and friends will dearly miss Bonnie. Devoted mother of Cayden D. Jones. Loving daughter of Sharon Baye Jones and William "Billy" Jones. Sister of Billy Jones, Jeffery and Jessica Franke. Paternal granddaughter of Jenny B. Jones. Also survived by aunts, uncles, cousins, family and friends. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the Funeral Service at CELEBRATION CHURCH, 3400 New Hwy. 51, LaPlace, LA on Saturday, April 19, 2008 at 12:30 P.M. Visitation will also be on Saturday from 9:00 A.M. until service time, all at the church. Interment will be on Monday, April 21, 2008 at 1:30 P.M. in Greenwood Cemetery, New Orleans, LA. To extend online condolences to Bonnie's Family, please visit us at www.clarkducote.com. Clark-Ducote Funeral Home (504) 392-7773 of Belle Chasse, LA is assisting the Family at this most difficult time. Times Picayune 04/19/2008. **************************************** 000451 Jones - Brother Clifton "Poppa" Jones, Jr. On Friday, April 18th, 2008 the gates of heaven open to welcome Bro. Clifton "Poppa" Jones, Jr. home. He was ninety years old. Mr. Jones was born in Marksville, LA and was a lifelong resident of Marrero, LA. He retired from Celotex after 42 years of hard work as a textile worker. Mr Jones was also a member of the local chapter of the N.A.A.C.P. A deacon for his entire adult life and an active Mason for 63 years and 4 months with the Pride of Algiers Lodge 102 F. & A. M Eureka Consistory No. 7 A.A.S.R.F. and A.T. Robinson Chapter No. 89. Son of the late Rev. Clifton Jones, Sr. and Laura Jones. Husband of the late Emily LaSalle Jones. Father of Espor Hill of Smithsville , VA; P. Gayle Jones Domino of Chicago, IL; LaJean "Tecy" Joseph, Dannell Keller, Lena Thompson, Sharon Lewis, and Vanessa J. Jackson of Marrero, LA. Father- in-law of Edward Hill, Jr. of Smithsville, VA and James Jackson of Marrero, LA. Brother of Dora B. Greene and the late Rosa Jones Lavalais, Verble Augustine and the late Landry, Alvin, Benton and Rev. Laudrick Jones. Also survived by 21 grieving grandchildren, 39 great-grandchildren, 1 great-great grandchild, 12 sisters-in-law, 5 brothers-in-law and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Friends of the family, officers and members of New Zion Baptist Church in Marrero and neighboring churches, employees of Celotex, Avondale Shipyard, Jefferson Parish Sewerage Dept., Jefferson Parish School Board, Jefferson Parish Housing Program, Riverbend Nursing Home, Omega Hospital (the former St. Charles General Hospital in New Orleans), West Care, Simply Marvelous Barber and Beauty Salon, Briggs Management, State Oil, Delta Paper Payday Loan, Rasmussen Equipment, Ankum True Light Electrical Service are welcome to come celebrate the homegoing of Bro. Clifton "Poppa" Jones, Jr. at New Zion Baptist Church, 1131 Garden Road, Marrero, on Saturday, April 26, 2008 at 11:00 AM. Visitation will be held at the Church on Saturday from 8:30 AM until service time. The family would like to express their special thanks to the staff of West Jefferson Medical Center and the Mason Brotherhood. Arrangements handled by WESTSIDE/LEITZ-EAGAN FUNERAL HOME, 5101 Westbank Expressway, Marrero, LA. For information, call 341-9421. Times Picayune 04/25/2008. **************************************** 000452 Jones - Dwanna Faye "Faye Bug" Jones, age 47 entered eternal peace on Friday, April 4, 2008 at 9:58 AM at Ferncrest Manor, New Orleans, LA. The loving wife of the late Mr. Jeffrie Jones. Mother of Theryl D. Jones, Peoria, Illinois. Daughter of Lester and Bessie Landry. Sister of Cathy D. Jacobs. Sister-in-law of Michael Thompson and Frank Jacobs. A host of aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. Relatives and friends of the family; employees and staff of the Jefferson Parish Public School System (Audubon & Maggiore Elementary), Caterpilla Corporation (Peoria, Illinois), Schiros and Rainbow Plus and Kids are invited to attend the Funeral Services on Wednesday, April 9, 2008 at 10:00 AM at Providence Baptist Church, 11509 Jefferson Hwy., River Ridge, LA. Rev. Terry G. Lewis, Sr. officiating Viewing will be on Tuesday, April 8, 2008 at Richardson Funeral Home of Jefferson, 11112 Jefferson Hwy., River Ridge, LA at 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM Interment: Providence Memorial Park, Metairie, LA Richardson Funeral Home of Jefferson in charge of arrangements Times Picayune 04/8/2008. **************************************** 000453 Jones - Erdestine Crump Jones, a native of New Orleans, died on Sunday, April 13, 2008, 3:00 AM at the age of 78. Daughter of the late Josephine Crump and Oliver Frederick. Mrs. Jones was educated in the New Orleans Public School System and was a loving homemaker. She joins her husband the late Edward Jones. Left to cherish her memories are children, Edward D. Jones, Cheryl J. Mitchell, Roderick K. Jones, Loyce J. Alexander and Manuel Bernard Jr; son-in- law, Orren Mitchell; daughter-in-law, Kimberly C. Jones; grandchildren, Dr. Endia J. Lindo, her husband John Lindo, Tevis Jones, his wife Nicole Jones and Michael D. Jones; sister, Dorothy Miller, a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends. The family would like to extend their appreciation to those who assisted in Ms. Erdestine's care. All are invited to attend the funeral. A service will be held on Friday, April 18, 2008 at Prince of Peace Lutheran Church, 9301 Chef Menteur Hwy., NOLA 70127----10:00 AM. Interment Mt. Olivet Cemetery. Visitation 8:30 AM at the church. CHARBONNET-LABAT-GLAPION, Directors 581-4411 Times Picayune 04/17/2008. **************************************** 000454 Jones - Ethel Jones age 99 a life long resident of New Orleans, died Friday, March 28, 2008 at Lake View Medical Center, Covington, LA. She is survived by her sons; Eugene Davis, Jr., of Salida, CA, James Davis and one daughter Debra Taylor of Stockbridge, Ga. one niece Ruth Wilson and a host of grandchildren and great grandchildren. Relatives, friends, priest and parishioners are invited to attend the Mass of Christian burial on Saturday, April 5, 2008 at St. Julian Eymard Catholic Church, 2701 Lawrence St., Algiers at 11am. Church visitation 10am until time of Mass. Father William Blank, Celebrant. Interment Holt Cemetery. Professional Services Entrusted To: Littlejohn Funeral Home 2163 Aubry Street Cal K. Johnson, Manager- Funeral Director Info: 504-940-0045 www.littlejohnfuneralhome.com Times Picayune 04/4/2008. **************************************** 000455 Jones - James Andrew Jones, a laborer, died on March 26, 2008. Son of Minnie Mae Jones and the Ulylesses Dennis. Survivors include his wife Gloria C. Jones, son James A. Jones, Jr., two daughters Jamie L. Jones and Janell Porter Jones, brother Willie B. Simmons and sister Valerie Gasper. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the Funeral Services at Fifth Church of God and Christ, 3007 Law Street, N.O., LA, on April 5, 2008 at 9:00a.m. Viewing 8:00a.m. Interment: Resthaven Cemetery, 10400 Old Gentilly Rd., N.O., LA. Arrangements by DENNIS MORTUARY, 1812 LOUISIANA AVE., N.O., LA. Times Picayune 04/4/2008. **************************************** 000456 Jones - Louise Jones passed away March 28, 2008. Mother of Eloise Jones (Marcunes) Newell. Also survived by 2 granddaughters, 7 great-grandchildren, a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Funeral Services will be held on Saturday, April 12, 2008 at Majestic Mortuary Service, 1833 Oretha C Haley Blvd., at 10:00 AM. Visitation will begin at 9:00 AM. Interment Providence Park. Rev C. James, Officiating. MAJESTIC MORTUARY IN CHARGE. Times Picayune 04/11/2008 **************************************** 000457 Jones - MELVIN SAMUEL JONES Alpha - November 20, 1927 Omega - March 28, 2008 Melvin Samuel Jones, a devoted husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather, friend and colleague, passed to a new life with his loving wife at his side on Friday, March 28, 2008 at Touro Hospital. He was 80 years old. Survivors include his wife of 57 years, Geraldine Meyers Jones; one son, Shane M. Jones and wife, Jennifer Harris Jones; daughter-in-law, Wanda Bihms Jones of Pearland, TX; four grandchildren, Niela Jones Harrison and husband, Minister Christopher D. Harrison, Joshua D. Jones of Houston, TX, Ryan S. Jones, and Devin M. Jones; three great-grandchildren, Azariah J. and Caleb D. Harrison, and Joshua Jones, Jr. of Houston, TX; and one sister Marion M. Dupart of Baton Rouge, LA. Melvin was preceded in death by his parents, Rufus Jones and Leona Augustine LeBlanc; sons, Pastor Reverend Alton "AJ" Samuel Jones and Keith Michael Jones; his father and mother-in-law, Reverend Doctor Alja Meyers and Jenetter Ricard Meyers. Melvin was baptized at an early age at Holy Redeemer Catholic Church where he also made his First Communion, Confirmation and served as an Altar Boy. He attended St. Louis Grammar School, Xavier University Preparatory and graduated from McDonough #35 Senior High School. In 1945 he attended Xavier University of Louisiana before joining the U.S. Army in 1950. His military tenure included: Command and General Staff College, Logistic Management School, OCS (Officers Candidate School) where he graduated as 2nd Lieutenant, Command and the 82nd Brigade Airborne Team. Melvin moved up in rank from 2nd Lieutenant to 1st Lieutenant, to Captain, to Major and ending his Military career at the rank of Lieutenant Colonel. Additionally, and most importantly, Melvin was a proud veteran of the Korean War. In 1953, Melvin was Honorably Discharged from the U.S. Army, however, he continued his service to his country as a member of the U.S. Army Reserve until 1987. After his tour of Active Duty with the Army, Melvin joined the U.S. Postal Service as a clerk. During his career with the Post Office he was promoted numerous times and ultimately achieved the position of Manager of Distribution (Assistant Post Master) for New Orleans. He was also an instructor at Straight Business School where he taught English, Math, Bookkeeping and Accounting. In 1985 he retired from the U.S. Postal Service after 32 years of dedicated service. After retirement from the Postal Service, Melvin was employed by Liberty Bank and Trust under the leadership of Alden McDonald, a former student of his from Straight Business School, where he proudly served in the capacity of Comptroller/Accountant. He was a faithful member of St. Gabriel the Archangel Catholic Church for 48 years, where he served as lector, finance committee member, advisory council member, and former fair chairman. One of his proudest moments as a member of St. Gabriel Parish occured when he received the Order of St. Louis Medal in from former Archbishop Philip Hannan. Relatives and friends of the family, employees of the U.S. Postal Service, Straight Business School, Liberty Bank and Trust, Zulu Social Aid and Pleasure Club, Des Nouvelles Amies Social Aid and Pleasure Club, Veterans Administration Hospital of New Orleans, Xavier University of Louisiana, U.S. District Attorney's, Office-Eastern District of Louisiana, Hilton Hotel St. Charles, St. Mary's Academy, Triumph Home Builders of Pearland, TX, Fort Bend School District of Houston, TX, University of Houston Hilton Hotel, Grocery Supply of Houston, TX, Pastors, officers, ministers and members of St. Gabriel Catholic Church, Mt. Moriah Baptist Church, Second Mt. Calvary Baptist Church, and New Home Family Worship Center are invited to the Mass of Christian Burial at St. Gabriel Catholic Church, 4700 Pineda St., New Orleans, La. 70126, on Saturday, April 5, 2008 at 10:30am. Visitation will be held from 9:00am - 10:30am. Fr. Douglass Doussan (Pastor), Fr. Ralph Carroll, officiating. Arrangements entrusted to Gertrude Geddes Funeral Home, New Orleans, La. Interment - Mt. Olivet Cemetery. No Wake. You may sign the Guest Book on nola.com/obits. Times Picayune 04/4/2008. **************************************** 000458 Jones-Bell - Gail M. Jones-Bell was born to the union of the late Louis B. Jones, Sr. and Jerrobean Jones on May 8, 1933 in New Orleans, LA. She graduated from Walter L. Cohen Senior High School. Gail was joined in holy matrimony to Alcides L. Bell, Jr. and to this union was born one son, Alcides L. Bell, III. Gail departed this life on Wednesday, April 9, 2008 at Convent Nursing Home at the age of 74. She leaves to cherish her memory a son, Alcides L. Bell, III, two sisters, Ethel Boyd and Jerrobean Bowens, two brothers, William (Jeanette) Jones and Carl (Joanie) Jones, a host of nieces, nephews, great nieces, great nephews, cousins and friends. Relatives, friends of the family, Pastor and members of New Hope Missionary Baptist Church, Parishioners of St. Matthias Catholic Church, Davita Dialysis and Renal South Dialysis are invited to attend the services on April 19, 2008; viewing at 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. and services at 10:00 a.m. at St. Matthias Catholic Church located at 4230 South Broad Street, New Orleans, LA. 70125 HERITAGE FUNERAL DIRECTORS "A Spirit of Excellence" 4101 St. Claude Avenue., N.O., LA Information: (504) 944-5500 Times Picayune 04/18/2008. **************************************** 000459 Jordan - David Lee Jordan, age 85, entered into eternal rest on Tuesday, April 8, 2008 at Touro Hospital. Son of the late Mack Henry Jordan, Sr. and Lillie B. Jordan. Beloved husband of the late Cemyrtle Jordan. Father of Cindia Davis, Glenn Jordan, Lynette Elwood and Lenard Jordan. Grandfather of Davlin Marshall, Monique Elwood, Rev. Anton Elwood, Dawn Marshall and Daniel Elwood. Great- grandfather of Camryn and Davlin Marshall, Jr. He was an Army Veteran of World War II and retired from Dresser Minerals. Relatives, friends of the family, employees of N.O Council on Aging, NOFD Engine 39, 214TH E.I.S. Unit, Brooks Brothers, Passion & N.O. Royals Baseball Team and The Irish Channel Christian Fellowship, members of Rosedale MBC and the community are invited to attend the Funeral Services on Monday, April 14, 2008 at Rosedale MBC, 675 Brutus St. at 10:00 AM. Visitation will begin at 9:00 a.m. at the Church. Reverend Gervais Allison, officiating. Interment will be in Mt. Olivet Cemetery. Boyd-Brooks Funeral Service, LLC 3245 Gentilly Blvd New Orleans, LA 70122 (504) 282-1202 Times Picayune 04/13/2008. **************************************** 000460 Jorgensen - Shirley Riley Jorgensen, age 76, died on Thursday, April 10, 2008 at 5:40 AM. Beloved wife of Richard K. Jorgensen. Mother of Susan R. Cook, Cheryl A. Riley, and the late Eric W. Riley, Sr. Mother-in-Law of Aimee' K. Riley and John Cook. Daugher of the late Olga Arnold Weixel and Lawrence Weixel, Sr. Sister of Larry Weixel, Jr., and Gail Lapara. Grandmother of Shawn, Bekki, Brandi, Michael, Danny, Regina, Eric, Jr. and Nicole. Also survived by nine grandchildren. Relatives and friends are invited to attend a Visitation and Memorial Service to be held at St. Bernard Memorial Funeral Home, 701 W. Virtue Street, Chalmette, LA on Tuesday, April 15, 2008 from 1:00 PM until 2:00 PM. A Funeral Service will begin in the Chapel at 2:00 PM. Inurnment will follow in St. Bernard Memorial Gardens. Times Picayune 04/13/2008. **************************************** 000461 Joseph - Reynolds "Hooks" Bernard Joseph departed this life at Charleston Methodist Medical Center of Dallas, Tx. on Saturday, April 12, 2008. Beloved husband of Phyllis Howard Joseph. Father of Reynolds Bernard Jr. Stepfather of Lionel and Phillip Glenn of New Orleans, La., Troy Glenn of Atlanta, Ga., Kevin Glenn of Desoto, Tx., Clarence Glenn of Lancaster, Tx., and Pam (Michael) Ferdinand of Allen, Tx. Son of Louella Joseph and the late Clifton Joseph, Sr. Brother of Clinton (Shirley) Joseph, Jr. of Baton Rouge, La., Calvin (Brenda) Joseph of New Orleans, La., Leonard (Diane) Joseph of New Orleans, La., Jeffery (Judy) Joseph of Baton Rouge, La., Dwayne Brooks of N.O., La., Sylvia (Bernard) Robertson, Nedra (Albert) Joseph, Deatra (Donald) Joseph, Janice Joseph all of Baton Rouge, La., and Joycelyn Joseph of Alexanderia, La., also survived by a host of grandchildren, great grandchildren, and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends. Age 47 years. A native of New Orleans, La. and a resident of Lancaster, Tx. Relatives and friends the family; also pastors, officers, and members of St. Bernard Community Church and all neighboring churches; employees of Graebel Van Lines New Orleans and Dallas Branches are invited to attend the Funeral Service at St. Bernard Community Baptist Church, 3938 St. Bernard Ave., New Orleans, La. on Friday April 18, 2008 at 11:00a.m. Rev. Andrew Darby, officiating. Visitation will begin at 8:30 a.m. until service time at the church. Interment: Mt. Olivet Cemetery - New Orleans, La. Arrangements by Davis Mortuary Service 230 Monroe St., Gretna, La. Times Picayune 04/17/2008. **************************************** 000462 Joubert - Donald A. Joubert died on Friday, April 18, 2008, age 73 years. Beloved son of the late Gladys Marie Bernos and Eugene Joseph Joubert, Sr. Brother of Roger J. Joubert and the late Eugene J. Joubert, Sr. Gladys M. Joubert and Evelyn J. Sherman. Also survived by nieces and nephews. Relatives, friends and employees of the Whitney National Bank are invited to attend the Funeral Mass at LAKE LAWN METAIRIE FUNERAL HOME CHAPEL, 5100 Pontchartrain Blvd. (in Metairie Cemetery), on Friday, April 25, 2008 at 11:00 AM. Interment will follow in Lake Lawn Park and Mausoleum. Visitation on Friday from 9:00 AM until 11:00 AM. To sign and view the Family Guestbook, please visit www.lakelawnmetairie.com. Times Picayune 04/24/2008. **************************************** 000463 Jourdan - Roy Joseph Jourdan went to be with his Savior, Jesus Christ on April 27, 2008 at 1:00 A.M. Beloved husband of Emily Pecquet Jourdan. He leaves behind a son, Jeffrey M. Jourdan and grandson Jeremy M. Jourdan. His siblings Lucian and Oliver Jourdan, Shirley J. Wild and the late Florance J. Boe and Melvin R. Jourdan and a host of nieces and nephews. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Funeral Service at GREENWOOD FUNERAL HOME CHAPEL, 5200 CANAL BLVD., NEW ORLEANS, LA 70124, on Thursday, May 1, 2008 at 1:00 P.M. Interment will follow in St. Louis Cemetery #3. Visitation after 10:30 A.M. Family guest book may be signed on line at www.greenwoodfuneralhome.net. Times Picayune 04/30/2008. **************************************** 000464 Juge - Memorial Services will be held May 5, 2008 at 3pm at St. Timothy's Episcopal Church, 432 Van Buren St., Herndon, VA 20170, (703) 437-3790 ( www.saint-timothys.org ). Peter Emile Juge, a native of New Orleans and resident of Potomac Falls, Virginia, age 76, passed away on April 25, 2008 in Virginia. Beloved husband of the late, Nancy Young Juge, and father of Suzanne Irene Juge Klipfel and husband, Gregory Allan Klipfel, of Herndon, VA and David Alcee Juge and wife, Anne Stewart Wallace of Greenwich, CT. He is the grandfather of Kathleen Irene Klipfel, Jack Alcee Klipfel, and Lindsay McLean Juge. Mr. Juge was the son of the late Alcee Frederick Juge and Dorothy Roehl Juge. Mr. Juge graduated from Alcee Fortier High School, attended Tulane University, and graduated from Louisiana State University where he served as president of Delta Kappa Epsilon Fraternity and graduated Phi Beta Kappa. He was a member of the United States Coast Guard during the Korean Conflict. Mr. Juge served in the United States Foreign Service in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia; Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia; and Yaoundé, Cameroon. He later was an executive with Mobil Oil, living in Lagos, Nigeria; Medan, Indonesia; and Al Khobar, Saudi Arabia. He and his family traveled extensively around the globe and had residences in Alexandria, VA, Sewanee, TN, Princeton, NJ and Westport, CT. and retired in Old Town Alexandria. Upon retirement Peter did volunteer work at Christ Church and for the Carpenter's Shelter for the homeless in Old Town. Also in these years he authored eight books, notably Come Taste the Wine, A Charmed Life both autobiographical and Matey's Tour De France, Agent Matey to the Rescue, Matey's Petite Collection, Agent Matey's Assignment in Britanny, Agent Matey at the Feet of the Ancients and The European Brigade. This last book was inspired by his hometown New Orleans and his relative, General Paul Juge of the 1862 European Brigade during the Civil War. His brother, Richard (Dick) Alcee Juge, sister- in-law Nancy Kuss Juge, of New Orleans, his niece, Jennifer Juge Kottler of Dallas, TX, nephew Richard Emile Juge, of New Orleans and several grandnieces, grandnephews, and cousins also survive Mr. Juge. In lieu of flowers, contributions to Episcopal Relief and Development, (800-334- 7626 http://www.er-d.org) 815 Second Avenue, New York, NY 10017, or to St. Timothy's Episcopal Church/ ERD preferred. Times Picayune 04/30/2008. **************************************** 000465 Julian - Eugenia Marie Martin Julian was the wife of the late Joseph Julian Jr. Eugenia departed this life and entered into eternal on April 8, 2008 at the West Suburban Hospital, Located in Oak Park IL. Eugenia was called home to join her Lord, and to be reunited with the late Mr. Fredrick J. Chandler at the blessed age of 81. Pastors, members, and officers of Saint Joseph Church, The Ramada Plaza, Post Office, Ochsner Hospital Harrah's Casino and Radio Shack are invited to attend mass on April 16, 2008 at 10:30 at Saint Joseph Catholic Church, 1802 Tulane Ave. N.O., La. Visitation will begin at 8:00 A.M. until Mass. Arrangements by D. W. Rhodes Funeral Home 1728 N. Claiborne Ave. Times Picayune 04/15/2008. **************************************** 000466 Junior - Jeanette Jasmin Junior departed this life at Marrero Healthcare on Sunday, April 13, 2008. Wife of the late Jerry Henry Junior I. Loving and devoted mother of Joya Quinet and Jerry Junior II. Daughter of the late Herman and Girlie (Osborn) Jasmin, Sr. Beloved sister of Herman Jasmin, Jr., also survived by a host of godchildren, cousins, other relatives and friends. Age 64 years. A native of New Orleans, La. and a resident of Marrero, La. Relatives and friends of the family; also priest and parishioners of St. Joseph the Worker Catholic Church and neighboring churches; employees of Marrero Health-care, Infinity Hospice Care, Wal-Mart, West Jefferson Medical Center, Jefferson Parish Sheriff's Office, and Hobart Corporation are invited to attend the Mass of Christian Burial at St. Joseph the Worker Catholic Church 455 Ames Blvd., Marrero, La. on Saturday, April 19, 2008 at 10:00a.m. Father Victor Cohea, celebrant. Visitation will begin at 8:00a.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 04/19/2008. **************************************** 000467 Jynes - Bernice Jynes on Sunday, March 30, 2008 in Alexandria, LA. Daughter of the late Samuel and Lizzie Jynes. Loving mother of Andrew A. and Horace Jynes and the late Barbara J. Jynes. Sister of Will Whitney, Robert Turner, Leroy and Lizzie Jynes, Clorise Jackson and Anna M. White. Also survived by 6 grandchildren and a host of other relatives and friends. Age 61. Relatives and frineds are invited to attend the Funeral Services at Littlejohn Funeral Home, 2163 Aubry St. on Thursday, April 10, 2008 for 10:00 a.m. Parlor visitation Thursday 9:00 a.m. until hour of services. Interment Resthaven Cemetery. Professional services entrusted to LITTLEJOHN FUNERAL HOME 2163 Aubrey Street Cal K. Johnson, Manager/Funeral Director www.littlejohnfuneralhome.com Times Picayune 04/9/2008. **************************************** 000468 Kao - Dr. Yuan-Shiang Kao died on April 21, 2008. Born in 1935 in Chi-San, Taiwan, raised in Kaohsiung. A member of the first graduating class of Kaohsiung Medical College, Dr. Kao moved to the United States in 1963 for further training. Beloved husband of Ann-Hwa Wu (dec.) for 40 years and father of three daughters. Completed a pathology residency at University of Maryland School of Medicine and a blood bank fellowship at Baylor College of Medicine. Moved to New Orleans in 1970 to work at the Louisiana State University Health Science Center - Dept. of Pathology. Became the Director of the Blood Bank at Charity Hospital and Professor of Pathology; founded and served as Director of the Cytogenetics Laboratory. Founded the children's choir at Chinese Presbyterian Church, served as choir director for Chinese Presbyterian Church, New Orleans Chinese Baptist Church, and Formosan Presbyterian Church of Houston. Loved music, and was a gardening and violin enthusiast. Dearly missed by daughters Dr. Bertha Kao, Dr. Grace Kuo, and Joyce Kao Soliman, Esq.; sons-in-law Brian Avery, Eugene Kuo, Jack Soliman; mother-in-law Mrs. Kwang- Mei Wu; grand-children Alexander, Marcus, Danielle, Gabrielle, Isabel; brothers Yuan-Hsiung, Alfred, Cheng-Deh, Yuan-Kuo; sisters Katherine, Shieh-Yin. Visitation at Earthman Bellaire Funeral Home, 7600 Ferris St., Bellaire, TX, on April 25th from 6pm-8:30pm. Funeral at West Houston Chinese Church, 10638 Hammerly Blvd., Houston, TX, on April 26th at 10am. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in memory of Dr. Kao to the LSUHSC Foundation-Pathology Fund, 450A S. Claiborne Avenue, New Orleans, LA 70112 http://www.foundation.lsuhsc.edu/, or New Orleans Chinese Baptist Church, 3413 Continental Dr., Kenner, LA 70065. Times Picayune 04/24/2008. **************************************** 000469 Karst - Charles Frederick Karst passed away at his home on Monday, April 24, 2008. Beloved husband of Mary B. Karst. Loving father of Fred Karst and Dorcas J. Saavedra. Son of the late Lawrence Karst and Enola Martinez. Brother of Andrew Karst and the late Lawrence Karst, Jr. and Margarite Miller. Grandfather of Rolando A. Saavedra, Carla C. Saavedra, Michael C. Saavedra, Stacy Borovika, Brian Karst and Christopher Karst. Great-grandfather of Melek Saavedra, Kylie Saavedra, Seve Saavedra, Sofia Saavedra, Kristen Borovika, Evan Borovika, Ethan Borovika, Emma Boro Vika and Alex Karst. Mr. Karst, age 83 years, served in the United States Marine Corp during World War II. 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 Saturday, April 26, 2008 at 10:00 AM. Interment will follow in Westlawn Memorial Park Cemetery. Visitation will be held on Friday, April 25th from 7:00 PM until 9:00 PM and on Saturday from 8:00 AM until service time. For information, call 341-9421. Times Picayune 04/25/2008. **************************************** 000470 Kass - Glenda Bruner Kass passed away on Sunday, April 20, 2008. Age 69 years. A native of Louisville, KY and a resident of Belle Chasse, LA. Glenda was employed with the D.O.T.D. as a Tunnel Technician overseeing the Belle Chasse Tunnel. A parishioner of Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church. She walked through a full life of adversity with all of the grace and faith she could muster. She fought the good fight. Devoted wife, lover, friend and caregiver to the late Whitney "Bobby" Kass, Sr. for 40 years. Loving mother of Judith Lawson, Cynthia Waltz, Cheryl and Whitney Kass, Jr. Daughter of the late Willie C. Bruner and Cynthia Hayes Bruner. Sister of William Bruner. Grandmother of Lee Findley, Guy and Dori Waltz, Vincent Lawson, Whitney, III, Bobbi and Ian Kass and Isabella Bradley. Great grandmother of Dori Richoux and Jasmine Findley. Also survived by aunts, nieces, nephews, family and friends. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the Mass of Christian Burial at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church, 8968 Highway 23, Belle Chasse, on Friday, April 25, 2008 at 1:00 P.M. Interment will follow in the church cemetery. Visitation will also be Friday from 11:00 A.M. until 12:45 P.M. at CLARK-DUCOTE FUNERAL HOME, 9611 Highway 23 (Two blocks north of the Belle Chasse Naval Air Station). For directions and to view and sign the Family Guest Book, please visit us at www.clarkducote.com. Times Picayune 04/24/2008. **************************************** 000471 Kaufmann - George Kaufmann, Jr. died Thursday, April 24, 2008 at Decatur General Hospital, Decatur, Alabama. Loving husband of Barbara Shadle Kaufmann for 55 years on April 20, 2008. Brother of Melba Kaufmann Kirchem of New Orleans and the late Dorothy Kaufmann Hupin. Uncle of Cathy Dupuy of Kenner, Renée S. Dillon of Dickinson, Texas, Robert H. Shadle, Jr. of Houston, Texas, the late Kenneth W. Kirchem and many great and great-great nieces and nephews. Son of the late Louise Kiefer Kaufmann and George Kaufmann, Sr. He served in the U.S. Navy in the Philippines on the mine sweeper USS Endicot as a 1st Class Radioman and many years as an auditor for Western Weighing and Inspection Bureau in New Orleans. He was a member of Claiborne Presbyterian Church for several years, and has been a member of over 50 years at Gentilly Presbyterian Church. Age 81 years. A native of New Orleans and a resident of Decatur, Alabama since Hurricane Katrina. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the Funeral. Funeral Service will be held in the Chapel of SCHOEN FUNERAL HOME, 3827 Canal St., New Orleans, at 11 am on Wednesday, April 30, 2008. Visitation will be from 10 - 11 am. Interment in Greenwood Cemetery. Guestbook may be signed online at www.legacy.com. Times Picayune 04/29/2008. **************************************** 000472 Keller - Joyce Even Keller passed away on Wednesday, April 16, 2008. Beloved wife of the late William J. Keller, Jr. Loving mother of Ann M. Keller, William J. Keller III, John J. Keller and Patricia Keller Weidie. Grandmother of Claire, Evan, Lauren, Thomas and Amanda. Sister of Shirley Lanaux, Audrey Jackson, Charles Even and Jackie Farnet. Sister-in-law of Mary Lou Main. Age 77 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 at Our Lady of the Rosary Catholic Church, 3368 Esplanade Ave., New Orleans on Monday, April 21, 2008 at 11:30 am. Visitation will from 10:30 am until service time. Interment will be in St. Patrick Cemetery No. 2. In lieu of flowers, Masses preferred. Guestbook may be signed online at www.legacy.com. Times Picayune 04/20/2008 **************************************** 000473 Keller - Ruth Mae Allen Keller passed away on Saturday, March 29, 2008 at the age of 83. She was the cherished wife of the late William F. Keller Sr. and the loving mother of the late William F. Keller Jr. Proud grandmother of Robert, Richard, Ryan, Amber and Brittany. She is also survived and fondly remembered by a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. She was the last survivor of several brothers. She will be sadly missed by us all. Relatives and friends are invited to attend a graveside service to be held at St. Bernard Memorial Gardens Cemetery, 701 W. Virtue St., Chalmette, LA, on Thursday, April 3rd, beginning at 12:00PM. Times Picayune 04/2/2008. **************************************** 000474 Kelley - Marie Lambert Kelley on Monday, April 7, 2008 ascended into heaven. Beloved wife of George R. Kelley. Beloved mother of Dana Robert Kelley and Lynn K. Bourgeois. Grandmother of Jeremy A. Broussard (Jovanna) and Jeffrey A. Broussard (Oana). Great-grandmother of Johnathan A., Jada C. and Joshua A. Broussard. Services will be private. Masses preferred. Arrangements by Tharp-Sontheimer-Tharp, 1600 N. Causeway Blvd., (504) 835-2341. Times Picayune 04/10/2008. **************************************** 000475 Kelly - Gloria Jean "Boots" Kelly of Kenner, LA, passed away from a long battle with cancer on Saturday, April 19, 2008 in Florence, MS. Born October 19, 1948 in Clarke County, MS. Age 59 years. Daughter of the late Henry H. Kelly, Sr. and Louise Grant Kelly. Survived by brother, Henry Kelly, Jr. of Quitman, MS; and sisters: Patricia Robinson and Bud of Quitman, MS, Joyce Stuart and Ron of Florence, MS and Martha Rosa and Joe of Baton Rouge, LA; several nieces, nephews; and numerous friends. Visitation will be from 10:00 a.m. until time for the Funeral Service on Tuesday, April 22, 2008 at Wright's Funeral Home Chapel, Quitman, MS at 2:00 p.m. Rev. Dewayne Robinson, officiating. Interment: Harmony Cemetery, Clarke County, MS. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society or local animal rescue league. Times Picayune 04/22/2008. **************************************** 000476 Kennedy - Thelma Crusto Kennedy in New Orleans on Wednesday, April 9, 2008. Beloved wife of the late Harmon Kennedy. Sister of the late Eugene Crust. Aunt of Eugene Crusto, Eugenia Crusto Carter, and Mary Tate. Also survived by other relatives and friends. Age 99 years. A native and resident of New Orleans. Relatives and friends of the family, also residents of Malta Park Independent and Assisted Living Center are invited to attend the Funeral Mass at St. Augustine Catholic Church, 1210 Gov. Nicholls St. on Friday, April 18, 2008 at 10:00 A.M. Interment in St. Louis Cemetery, II. Visitation Friday April 18th from 8:00 A.M. until 10:00 A.M. at St. Augustine Catholic Church. Tharp-Sontheimer-Tharp, 1600 N. Causeway in charge of arrangements. Times Picayune 04/17/2008. **************************************** 000477 Kensla - Harriet Elizabeth Kensla passed away on Monday, March 31, 2008. Daughter of the late John Kensla and Harriet "Hattie" Tennyson. Sister of the late John J. Kensla. Survived by two nephews, John C. Kensla and Robert T. Kensla; and one beloved great-nephew, John Christopher Kensla of San Diego, CA. A native New Orleanian, she was a graduate of John McDonogh High School and the American Institute of Banking. Harriet was a retired employee of 47 years of Hibernia National Bank. She was a member of the National Association of Bank Women Inc. and the Chamber of Commerce of the New Orleans Area and has served as President of the New Orleans Group of the National Association of Bank Women. Harriet was the first women Branch Manager and Vice President in the New Orleans area. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Memorial Mass at St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church, 444 Metairie Road on Thursday, April 3, 2008 at 11:00 AM. Inurnment will be private in Lake Lawn Park Mausoleum. In lieu of flowers, Masses preferred. LAKE LAWN METAIRIE FUNERAL HOME is in charge of arrangements. To sign and view the Family Guestbook, please visit www.lakelawnmetairie.com. Times Picayune 04/1/2008 **************************************** 000478 Kent - Shirley Barth Kent, age 83 years at Hendersonville, TN on Friday, April 25, 2008. Beloved wife of the late Julius Kent. Mother of Wayne Kent and Darla Mexic of Hendersonville, TN. Sister of the late Janice Rholdon. Daughter of the late Sidney and Ida Savoie Barth. Also survived by four grandchildren, Christy Kent Doiron, Sandi Kent Gianechini, Darren and Drew Mexic; two great grandchildren, Shelby and Chad Doiron. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend Funeral Services from THARP-SONTHEIMER-THARP, 1600 N. Causeway Blvd., Metairie, on Wednesday, April 30, 2008 at 12:00 Noon. Visitation on Wednesday from 10:00 AM until Service time. Interment in the Garden of Memories. Information: (504) 835-2341. Times Picayune 04/29/2008. **************************************** 000479 Kerr - Terrelle Mattox Kerr, age 66, passed away on Saturday, April 19, 2008 after a brief illness. A private Memorial service will be held prior to the visitation which will be held at the Osborn Funeral Home from 4:00 until 6:00 PM, Tuesday, April 22, 2008. Terrelle was born on January 23, 1942 in Bogalusa, LA. She spent many years in the Covington/New Orleans area. She moved to Florida 20 years ago and spent the last ten years in the Florida Keys. She was an avid fisherman, scuba diver and loved the outdoors. She recently relocated to Shreveport to be closer to family. She was truly a person who never met a stranger and will be terribly missed. She is survived by her loving husband and best friend, Thomas D. Kerr; daughters, Roxanne S. Williams, Shreveport and Merry Motter, Dallas, TX; son, Dale Simmons, Covington, LA; stepchildren, Debbie Chauvin, New Orleans, LA and Roy Kerr, Huntington Beach, CA; sister, Duchess Palliser of Covington, LA; and brother, Tim Mattox of Picayune, MS. She is also survived by 10 grandchildren. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the: National Lung Cancer Partnership, 222 North Midvale Blvd., Suite 6 Madison, WI 53705 or www.nationallungcancerpartnership.org. OSBORNFUNERALHOME.NET 318-865-8426 Times Picayune 04/22/2008. **************************************** 000480 Kersh - Melissa Ann Kersh, a native and longtime resident of New Orleans, LA, passed away on Thursday, April 10, 2008 at the age of 30. She was the cherished daughter of Patsy F. Kersh and the late Donald J. Penny. Granddaughter of Lucille Wood Kersh. Sister of Patty Jo Shannon (wife of William). Step-sister of Donald & Patrick Penny. Niece of Barbara Kersh Carlino (wife of Tommy). She is also survived and fondly remembered by Morgan & Caiman Shannon, Kaycie Woitha, Samantha Macaluso, Destiny Authement, Rusty & Kim Carlino, Donna & Mark Woitha, her best friends Raquel & Billy Authement and her boyfriend Terry White. Her final days were spent surrounded by family and friends that Melissa had touched in some way throughout her brief, yet colorful life. Although Melissa's life might seem too short to many, those who were touched by her understood that the quality of existence far exceeds the quantity of time in which one lives. Her passing is a reminder to us all that each day is a blessing and an opportunity to create lasting memories. Relatives and friends are invited to attend a visitation to be held at ST. BERNARD MEMORIAL FUNERAL HOME, 701 W. Virtue St., Chalmette, LA on Wednesday, April 16th from 10:00AM - 1:00PM. A funeral service will begin at 1:00PM. Burial will follow in St. Bernard Memorial Gardens. To view and sign the Family Guestbook, please visit www.stbernardmemorial.com Times Picayune 04/15/2008. **************************************** 000481 Kett - ALEXANDER Lucinda "Cindy" Kett Alexander, 50, of Dallas, Texas, died peacefully April 2 at her home as a result of a brain tumor. Cindy was a gifted teacher, wonderful friend and had recently become a certified reflexologist. Cindy was recruited by the New Orleans public schools upon graduation from Eastern Michigan University in 1983. She taught special education at several schools in New Orleans including Coliseum House, St. Elizabeth's, New Orleans Free School and Jefferson Davis Elementary. She loved music and the city of New Orleans and worked at the Jazz Fest as a driver for many years. She left New Orleans in 1992 and moved to Seattle, returning annually to either work or enjoy the Jazz Fest. She found spiritual satisfaction studying and teaching the Concept-Therapy philosophy. On April 4, 2004, she married the love of her life, and is survived by, her husband Jamie Alexander. She is also survived by her siblings Danny, Thomas and Jim Kett and sister Janice Kett Blinn. A brief memorial will be held at the Jazz Fest in the Gospel Tent during Jo Cool Davis' performance Sunday, April 27th at 11:10 am. Times Picayune 04/6/2008. **************************************** 000482 Kieff - Dolores Alice Kieff, at Houma, LA, on Sunday, April 6, 2008 at 6:50 p.m. Beloved wife of the late Forrest Joseph Kieff, Sr. Loving mother of Mary Ann Smith, Gloria Jean Prattini, Ethel Mae Naquin, Ramona Lucas, Debra Schmidt, Theresa Fontenot, Jane Falgout, Forrest Jr., Robert, Ricky, the late Gary, MIchael and Tammy Marie Kieff and Elaine Spotts. Sister of Clifford Barrios, Dorothy Pelas, Estella Alecish, the late Vincent, Robert and Danny Barrios. Daughter of the late Robert and Viola Jackson Barrios. Also survived by 38 grandchildren and 71 great- grand-children. A native and lifelong resident of St. Bernard, LA. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend a Mass of Christian Burial from Our Lady of Prompt Succor Catholic Church, 2320 Paris Road, Chalmette, LA on Thursday, April 10, 2008 at 11:30 a.m. Followed by interment in St. Bernard Catholic Cemetery. Friends may call at the above named Church from 9:30 a.m. until services. Arrangements entrusted to FALGOUT FUNERAL HOMES, L.L.C., 211 WESTSIDE BLVD., HOUMA, LA. Information: (985) 876-5442. Times Picayune 04/9/2008. **************************************** 000483 King - Adele Theresa King died on April 7, 2008. Daughter of Louis T. Norman and Adele Williams Norman. Mother of Lechia Hughes (David), Sonia King, Laura Lewis (Trent) and Loretta King. Sister of Jean Abney, Sylvia Norman, Adeleline Brooks, Conrad Norman, Christina Quezergue and the late Kirt, Harold and Louis Norman. Sister in-law of Vera Norman and Henry Brooks. Grandmother of Nicholas and Lawrence A. King, Malik, Aharon and Devin Hughes, Jordan, Camryn and Trent Lewis III, Kaileigh and Dylan Hammothe and the late Paul Hammothe V. She is 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 funeral on Saturday, April 12, 2008 at Corpus Christi Catholic Church, 2022 St. Bernard Ave., at 10 A.M. Visitation will begin at 9 A.M. Celebrant Father Ray. Interment: Private. Arrangements by D.W. Rhodes Funeral Home, 1728 N. Claiborne Ave. Please visit our website www.rhodesfuneral.com to sign the guest book. Times Picayune 04/11/2008 **************************************** 000484 Kingsmill - William R. Kingsmill, age 81, of Bay St. Louis, MS, died March 18, 2008 in Gulfport, MS. Mr. Kingsmill was a former resident of Metairie. He was preceded in death by his parents, Michael and Pearl Kingsmill. Survivors include his wife of 59 years, Dorothy Gisch Kingsmill; his sons, William R. Kingsmill, Jr., Kevin B. Kingsmill and Harold M. Kingsmill; his daughters, Cynthia A. Toups and Margaret G. Bass; 13 grandchildren and five great- grandchildren. Private services were held by the Riemann Family Funeral Home, Pass Christian, MS. The guestbook may be signed at www.riemannfamily.com. Times Picayune 04/4/2008. **************************************** 000485 Kirn - Margaret Hanrahan Kirn passed away on Tuesday, April 1, 2008 at the age of 96. Preceded in death by her parents Pauline and John Hanrahan and her brother John Hanrahan. Beloved wife of the late Rudolph Kirn. Loving mother of Margie Gement and the late Paula Sill. She and her husband were the former owners of The Frostop of Mandeville. A native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Mandeville, LA since 1957. Funeral services were held on Saturday, April 5, 2008 at 11:00 AM at E.J. Fielding Funeral Home Inc., 2260 W. 21st. Ave., Covington, LA 70433. Interment was private in Bon Sejour Family Cemetery in Mandeville, LA. Sign Guest Book online at www.ejfieldingfh.com. Times Picayune 04/6/2008. **************************************** 000486 Klein - Burton Lawrence Klein on Saturday, April 19, 2008 at his residence in New Orleans, LA. Beloved husband of Bluma Goldstein Klein. Beloved father of Marlene Berke and Marciann Marks. Grandfather of Brian Berke, MD (Shelley), Abbey and Ari. Great-grandfather of Benjamin, Harrison and Aaron. A native of Chicago, IL and a resident of New Orleans, LA since 1947. Mr. Klein was a member of the Lakewood Country Club, Congregation Temple Siani and Louisiana Bridge Association. Please omit flowers, donation may be made to the Louisiana Bridge Association, 2709 Edenborne, Metairie, LA 70002, (504) 889-0869 or St. Joseph Hospice, 824 Elmwood Park, Jefferson, LA 70121, (504) 734- 0140. Arrangements by Tharp-Sontheimer-Tharp, 1600 N. Causeway Blvd., Metairie, LA. Times Picayune 04/22/2008 **************************************** 000487 Koenig - Floyd Joseph Koenig, Sr. passed away on Thursday, April 17, 2008. Beloved husband of Elvina Thibodeaux Koenig. Father of Floyd Joseph Koenig, Jr., Susan St. Germain, and Barbara DeLatte. Son of the late Augusta Heuer Koenig and Henry E. Koenig. Brother of Francis Koenig, Guy Koenig, William Koenig, and the late Leonard Koenig, Claude Koenig, Harold Koenig, Evelyn Koenig, and Claire Bairnsefather. Grandfather of Monica, Jolie, Michael, Mandy, Melissa, Marissa, and Katie. Great-grandfather of Sage and Shea. Age 79 years and a lifelong resident of Gretna, LA. Relatives and Friends of the Family are invited to attend a Mass of Christian Burial at MOTHE FUNERAL HOME, 2100 Westbank Expressway, Harvey, LA on Saturday, April 19, 2008 at 1:00 PM. Interment in Westlawn Memorial Park Cemetery, Gretna, LA. Visitation will be Saturday morning from 9:00 AM until funeral time. For information, call 366-4343. Times Picayune 04/19/2008. **************************************** 000488 Kondylis - Eleni Fasola Kondylis passed away on Thursday, April 17, 2008 at East Jefferson Hospital. Age 68, a native of Chios, Greece and a resident of Metairie for the past 38 years. Beloved wife of Georgios Kondylis. Loving mother of Anna K. Schindler and Stella K. Thornton. Mother- in-law of Jimmy T. Thornton. Loving Yia Yia of Anna Dio Schindler and James Schindler. She is also survived by her brother, Mihalis Fasolas and sister, Kalliopi Fasola. Visitation will be held at Greek Orthodox Cathedral of the Holy Trinity, 1200 Robert E. Lee Blvd, New Orleans, on Monday, April 21, 2008 from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. with the Funeral Service immediately following at 11:00 a.m. Interment in St. Louis No. 3 Cemetery. Arrangements by L.A. Muhleisen and Son Funeral Home. Times Picayune 04/18/2008 **************************************** 000489 Konrick - Maxine Florence Fossier Konrick, of Slidell, LA, on Sunday, April 20, 2008. Beloved Wife of Donal Leo Konrick. Mother of Donna Lee West, David Lee Konrick, and Catherine Ann Berns. Daughter of the late Fredrick Fossier and Mildred Young Miranda. Also survived by 10 grandchildren and 2 great-grandchildren. Age 77 years. A native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Slidell, LA for the past 12 years. Mrs. Konrick was an employee of National American Bank for many years, and retired from Bunny Bread in 1994 as an accounts receivable bookkeeper. She was co- founder of Schleroderma Support Group in Slidell. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the funeral. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at HONAKER FUNERAL HOME, 1751 GAUSE Blvd. WEST (IN FOREST LAWN CEMETERY), Slidell, LA on Thursday, April 24, 2008 at 11:00 A.M. Interment will be in Biloxi National Cemetery. Visitation on Thursday after 9:00 A.M. until funeral time. Arrangements by Honaker Funeral Home, Inc., Slidell, LA. Times Picayune 04/22/2008. **************************************** 000490 Kostulsky - Mary Ann DiVincenti Kostulsky went home to be with the Lord on Monday, April 7, 2008. She was born in Bogalusa, LA and was a longtime resident of Metairie and Kenner. Beloved mother of Ray A. Bishop, John J. Bishop, Janet B. Manganello, Maria Kostulsky and George Kostulsky. Mother-in-law of Cindy and Denise Bishop. Daughter of the late Louis J. and Ann DiVincenti. Sister of Salvadore DiVincenti and the late Rosalie Chategnier and Antoinette Murry. Grandmother of Kelly Bishop-Diaz and James Jr., Todd, Dawn and Chris Manganello. Great-grandmother of Mackenzie Bishop-Diaz and James III, Kira, and Mikayla Manganello. She leaves behind her beloved dog, Prince and is predeceased by her dog, Meko. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend a Funeral Mass at the Kenner Funeral Home of L.A. Muhleisen and Son, 2607 Williams Blvd., on Thursday, April 10, 2008 at 12:00 noon. Visitation on Thursday from 10:00 a.m. until time of service. Interment in Garden of Memories Cemetery. Times Picayune 04/9/2008. **************************************** 000491 Kranz - Joyce Wood Kranz, age 75 of Suwanee, died April 8, 2008. A Funeral Mass will be said 10:30 AM Friday, April 11, 2008 at The Catholic Church of St. Monica's, with Father Jack Durkin serving as Celebrant. Interment Georgia National Cemetery, Canton. Mrs. Kranz was born in New Orleans, LA and was a graduate of Nicholls State University, where she was a member of Alpha XI Delta Sorority. She was a school teacher for Jefferson Parish Schools for 20 years. She is survived by her husband, Edward A. Kranz of Suwanee, sons Thomas Kranz of Chattanooga, TN, Dennis Kranz of Luling, LA and Robert Kranz of Benicia, CA, daughter Cathy Goin of Lawrenceville, 12 grandchildren and one great grandchild. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to The American Diabetes Association, P.O. Box 11454, Alexandria, VA 22312. Bill Head Funeral Homes and Crematory Duluth Chapel 770-476-2535. Times Picayune 04/10/2008. **************************************** 000492 Kromer - Charles A. Kromer passed away at V.A. Hospital, Biloxi, Miss. on Wednesday, April 23, 2008. Beloved Son of Charles A. Kromer and Kathleen Zita Stole. Brother of the late Harry P. Kromer and Mary Rose Kromer. Age 76. A native of Bastrop, La. and resident of Biloxi, Miss., Mr. Kromer attended Tulane University and graduated with a B.S. Degree. Relatives and friends are invited to attend a Graveside Service on Saturday, April 26, 2008 at 9:00 AM at St. Patrick#1 Cemetery. LAMANA-PANNO-FALLO in charge of arrangements. Please sign On-Line Guest Book at www.MEM.com. Funeral information 831-9901. Times Picayune 04/25/2008. **************************************** 000493 Kubelka - Joseph "J.R." (Bob) Kubelka, Jr. died on Tuesday, April 1, 2008 at 6:43 pm at St. Charles Parish Hospital. Age 73, he was a native of Houston, Texas and a resident of Destrehan, LA for the past 34 years. Survived by Theresa Louviere Kubelka for 55 years; six children, Joseph R. Kubelka, III and wife, Sandy; Tracie Kubelka Louviere, and husband Earl; Tim Kubelka and wife, Linda; Bryan Kubelka and wife, Judy; Kasandra (Kaki) Weber and fiance Mark Dufour; Kristin Kubelka and wife, Tammie; one sister, Hazel Fuselier and husband George; grandchildren, Nasha Kubelka Foulks, Sayra Kubelka, Bianca Kubelka,Noel Louviere, Hunt Louviere, Kylie Hernandez, Sean Louviere, Kaitlin Louviere, Kolt Kubelka, Brittany Kubelka, Paige Kubelka, Bryan Kubelka, Jr., Brad Kubelka, David (Ditta) Weber, Jr., Candace Weber, Brandan Weber, Blake Weber, Connor Kubelka, Claire Kubelka; and four great grandchildren. Preceded in death by parents, Joseph Kubelka, Sr. and Anna Barilleaux Kubelka; and brother, Weston Haynes Kubelka. He was a member of St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church; worked in the oil field since 1952 and was a consultant for the past 25 years. Member of the National Guard. A loving father and grandfather as well as having a great love for his dogs. Visitation on Friday, April 4, 2008 at St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church in Destrehan from 10 am until time of funeral services. Funeral Services at 12:00 noon on Friday, April 4, 2008 from St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church in Destrehan. Interment: St. Charles Borromeo Cemetery, Destrehan. Clergy: Fr. Monsignor Harry Bugler. FUNERAL ARRANGEMENTS UNDER THE DIRECTION OF H.C. ALEXANDER FUNERAL HOME IN NORCO, LA. Times Picayune 04/3/2008. **************************************** 000494 Kuntz - Fred H. Kuntz passed away on Tuesday, Tuesday, April 22, 2008. Age 92 years. Beloved husband of the late Della May Kuntz. "Uncle" of Collen Curren, Robert and Dorothy Phelan, George, Robert, Dave, Tom, Bret, Melanie, George, Holly and George Williams, Jr. Also survived by James and Judy Koffman, "Dede" and "Bubba". Mr. Kuntz was a Veteran of World War II, graduated from Warren Easton High School, was an All Star Baseball Player for Warren Easton, was an Engineer for Delta Airlines for 30 years and was a life long resident of Mid City. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Graveside Service at HOPE MAUSOLEUM, 4841 CANAL ST., NEW ORLEANS, LA 70124 on Thursday, May 1, 2008 at 11:00 AM. Family guest book may be signed on line at www.greenwoodfuneralhome.net Times Picayune 04/30/2008. **************************************** 000495 Kuntz - Shepherd Joseph Kuntz passed away on Friday, 18 April 2008 at 1:00 AM at Chateau Living Center at the age of 93 years. He was a native and lifelong resident of New Orleans. Beloved husband of the late Frances Armbruster for 44 years. Brother of August R. Kuntz and late wife, Beverly a Birrcher and Col(Ret) Richard A Kuntz and wife, Sweetie Pie B. Voebel. Uncle of Eric R. Kuntz and wife, Susan Ann Boyle, August J. Kuntz and wife, Janet L. Moreaux, the late Kenneth M. Kuntz, and surviving wife, Patricia F. Dutrey, Richard T. Kuntz and wife, Gabrielle Crousillac and Mary Kuntz Bonadona. Also survived by a host of great-nieces and great-nephews, cousins and friends. Preceded in death by his parents, Louis August (Gus) Kuntz and Agnes Marie Shepherd. Shep served his nation during World War II in the United States Navy (CB's) and in the Pacific Theater of Operations on the Island of Attu, Alaska. A member of American Legion Pontchartrain Post No. 288 and life member Veterans of Foreign Wars Post No. 6640. Relatives and friends of the family and members of Plumbers and Steamfitters Local Union No. 60 are invited to a Mass of Christian Burial at 11:00 AM on Saturday, 26 April 2008 at the Chapel of Greenwood Funeral Home, 5200 Canal Boulevard, New Orleans, La. Visitation will be at the Funeral Home from 9:00 AM until service time. Interment will follow in Cypress Grove Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, Masses are preferred. Times Picayune 04/25/2008. **************************************** 000496 Ladner - Dornice Leblanc Clark Ladner passed away on Thursday, April 3, 2008, at the age of 73. She was the daughter of the late Cora Prejean and Stanley J. Leblanc. She was the beloved wife of the late Thomas L. Clark, Jr. for over 35 years and the late Donald Ladner by second marriage. Mrs. Ladner retired from Children's Hospital in 1997 after years of dedicated service. She graduated from the Academy of Holy Angels in 1953 and was a loyal alumni until her death. She is survived by her loving family, including her daughter, Judith A. Orovets and her husband, Paul Orovets; her son, Thomas L. Clark, III and his wife Gidget Daigle Clark; her son, Timothy J. Clark and his wife, Dorothy Catoire Clark; and her daughter, Patricia J. Clark and her fiancée Kenneth Miller. Mrs. Ladner is also survived by twelve grandchildren and six great grandchildren. She is survived by her sister, Mary Gail Leblanc Giacobbe and husband, Honorable Judge George Giacobbe; her brother, Stanley J. Leblanc, Jr., and wife Betty Leblanc, as well as many nieces and nephews. Dornice was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt and friend. She enjoyed spending time with her family, telling and writing stories of her past adventures and watching movies. She was a remarkable woman and will be missed by everyone. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend a Funeral Service at LAKE LAWN METAIRIE FUNERAL HOME CHAPEL, 5100 Pontchartrain Blvd. (in Metairie Cemetery), on Monday, April 7, 2008, at 12:00 noon. Visitation Monday morning from 10:00 a.m. until funeral time. Interment will follow in St. Louis Cemetery No. 3. To view and sign the Family Guestbook, please visit www.lakelawnmetairie.com. Times Picayune 04/6/2008. **************************************** 000497 Laiche - Doris M. Laiche died on Wednesday, April 23, 2008 at River Region Hospice, River Ridge, LA at 5:30 pm. Age 76, she was a native and resident of Paulina, La. for the past 46 years. Survivors include her husband, Heno J. Laiche, Jr. of Paulina; sons, Michael (wife, Geralyn) Laiche of Ponchatoula and David (wife, Debra) Laiche of Paulina; daughters, Dianna Faucheaux of LaPlace, Patricia (husband, Paul) Zeringue of Gramercy and Bonnie Laiche of Boutte; brothers, Elize (wife, Barbara) Metge, Jr. of Slidell and Malcolm (wife, Charlotte) Metge of Paulina; 16 grandchildren and 26 great-grandchildren. Preceded in death by parents, Elize F. Metge, Sr. and Marie L. Lambert Metge; brother, Gerald Metge; and sister, Marie Metge. A member of the Catholic Daughters of America, she enjoyed cooking, a loving mother and wife of 59 years. She helped her daughter in the Cornerstone Café for the past 20 years. Visitation on Saturday, April 26, 2008 from 9:00 am until 11:00 am at the St. Joseph Catholic Church in Paulina, La. Mass of Christian Burial at 11:00 am on Saturday, April 26, 2008. Interment: St. Joseph Mausoleum. Clergy: Fr. Mario Rizzuto. Pallbearers: grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Funeral Arrangements are under the direction of Alexander Funeral Home in Lutcher. Times Picayune 04/25/2008. **************************************** 000498 Lala - Anthony Lala, PhD, English Professor at Loyola University for over 50 years, died at his home on Friday, April 4, 2008 at the age of 81. A native and lifelong resident of New Orleans, LA, he was a World War II Veteran having served in the European and Pacific Theaters and was also a Veteran of the Korean War. Dr. Lala received his Bachelor's Degree from Loyola University, New Orleans, a Masters Degree from Tulane University, New Orleans, and his Doctorate from Fordham University, Chicago, IL. He was preceded in death by his parents Antonino and Carolyn Tamburello Lala; four sisters, Marguerite Lala Giovenco, Elizabeth Lala, Clare Lala Restivo, Geraldine Lala Porteous; seven brothers, John, Nicholas, Raymond, Sylvester, Francis, Matthew and Joseph Lala. Dr. Lala is survived by numerous nieces, nephews, great nieces and great nephews. He will be especially missed by his canine companion, Baby Lala, his niece, Clare Restivo Hosch and a great great nephew, Jairo Danielo Quintero, II. Relatives and friends are invited attend the Funeral Mass to be celebrated in the Chapel of JACOB SCHOEN AND SON FUNERAL HOME, 3827 CANAL STREET AT N. SCOTT on Saturday, April 12, 2008 at 12:00 Noon. Visitation will be at the funeral home beginning at 10:00 A.M. Interment will be in Metairie Cemetery. Guest book may be signed online at www.legacy.com. Times Picayune 04/11/2008 **************************************** 000499 Lanaux - Shirley Marie Even Lanaux passed away on Wednesday, April 23, 2008. She was 84. She was the beloved wife of over sixty years of Pierre B. Lanaux. She was the mother of John Lanaux, Thomas Lanaux, Pierre Lanaux, Jr., Robert Lanaux, Mignonne Cimino, and Paul Lanaux. She was the mother-in-law of Rebecca Lanaux, Amelie Lanaux, and Joanne Lanaux as well as the intended mother-in-law of Anita Haney. She was the grandmother of Christopher Lanaux, Travis Lanaux, Amelie Lanaux, Pierre Lanaux, III, Behn Lanaux, David Cimino, Kathleen Cimino, Ryan Cimino, Jonathan Cimino, Kaitlyn Lanaux, and Marigny Lanaux. She was the grandmother- in-law of Letitia Lanaux and Ashley Cimino. She was the great grandmother of Sarah Jane Lanaux. She was the sister of Audrey Even Jackson, Charles R. Even, Jr., Jackie Even Farnet, and the late Joyce Even Keller. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated in the Chapel of Schoen Funeral Home, 3827 Canal Street at N. Scott, on Monday, April 28, 2007 at 12:15 PM. Visitation will begin at 10:00 AM. Interment will be at St. Louis Cemetery #3. In lieu of flowers, masses are preferred. An online memorial and guest registry is available at www.MeM.com. Times Picayune 04/27/2008. **************************************** 000500 Landeche - Blanchard Joseph Landeche, on Tuesday, April 1, 2008 at 8:00 PM in Marrero, LA. Beloved husband of Nola Guilbeau Landeche. Father of Patricia (Gary) Wilson, Glenn J. Landeche and Deborah (Randy) Fonseca. Son of the late Edward and Amiee' Becnel Landeche. Brother of Elsie Lousteau, Dorothy Thomas and the late Kermit Landeche, Amy Marino, Beatrice Gendron and Gladys Mickal. Also survived by 7 grandchildren and 5 great-grandchildren. A native of Killona, LA and a resident of Luling, LA. Age 91 years. He served his country as a 1st Lieutenant in the U.S. Army during World War II. He was a member of the American Legion Post 131 and VFW Post in Luling, LA. After working many years in the family business, he retired from American Cyanamid Co. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the funeral. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at St. Anthony Catholic Church, Luling, LA on Saturday, April 5, 2008 at 11:00 AM. Interment St. Charles Cemetery, Luling, LA. Visitation from 9:00 AM until funeral time Saturday at the church. Falgout Funeral Homes in charge of arrangements. Times Picayune 04/4/2008. **************************************** 000501 Landry - Carmel Reaney Landry, a devoted mother and grandmother, passed away on Tuesday, April 1, 2008. Age 80 years. Mother of Clayleen L. Shirey and Cheri A. Landry. Grandmother of Rachel Shirey Dauterive and Michael Scott Shirey, Jr. Mother-in-law of Michael S. Shirey. Grand Mother-in-law of Patrick B. Dauterive, Jr. Daughter of the late Vernon Edward Reaney, Sr. and Althea Rouchell Reaney. Sister of the late Vernon Edward Reaney, Jr. Sister-in-law of Beverly R. Reaney, Phyllis L. Peterson and the late Curtis Landry. Also survived by 11 nieces and nephews and 19 great nieces and nephews. Mrs. Landry was a life long resident of New Orleans. She was a graduate of Holy Angels Academy and Loyola University. She taught for many years at The Most Holy Name of Jesus Elementary School and Edna Karr Magnet School. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Funeral Mass at The Most Holy Name of Jesus, 6367 St. Charles Avenue, on Friday, April 4, 2008 at 1:00 PM. Interment will follow in Lake Lawn Park. Visitation will begin at 10:00 AM. Arrangements by LAKE LAWN METAIRIE FUNERAL HOME. Masses preferred. To sign and view the Family Guestbook, please visit www.lakelawnmetairie.com. Times Picayune 04/3/2008. **************************************** 000502 Landry - Edmae Clabert Landry passed away on Thursday, April 3, 2008. Beloved wife of the late James Alton Landry. Daughter of the late Louis Clabert and Katherine Stenger Clabert. Mother of Bryan (Sandra Senner) Landry, Linda L. (Ken) King, Kim L. (Denny) Smail, Mark and James Landry. Sister of Elaine Clabert Panuski and the late Merlin Clabert. Grandmother of Kyle James, Nicholas Gordon, and Holly Ann Landry. Age 79 years, a native of New Orleans and resident of Belle Chasse, LA. Member of Algiers AARP, Plaquemines Parish Senior Center, and St. Andrew's SAGES. 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 Monday, April 7, 2008 at 11 AM. Interment Westlawn Memorial Park Cemetery, Gretna, LA. Visitation will be Monday morning from 9 AM until Service time. Information, call 366-4343. In lieu of flowers, donations to the American Cancer Society and Canon Hospice are preferred. Times Picayune 04/5/2008. **************************************** 000503 Landry - Floyd J. Landry on Monday, March 31, 2008 at 2:15 A.M. in Houma, LA. Beloved husband of Janice LeNormand Landry. Father of Steven F. Landry, Glenn M. Landry and Scott T. Landry. Grandfather of Mathew S. Landry and Blair E. Landry. Son of the late Florian and Lucille Delaune Landry. Brother of Hays J. Landry, Charles W. Landry and the late Walter J. Landry, Leonard J. Landry, Carrie L. Warren, Lena L. Cornwell and Olga L. Robichaux. A native of Algiers, LA and a resident of Lockport, LA. Age 80 years. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the funeral. Religious Services at Falgout Funeral Home, 600 Church St., Lockport, LA, on Thursday, April 3, 2008 at 12:00 Noon. Interment Holy Savior Cemetery, Lockport, LA. Visitation from 9:00 A.M. until funeral time Thursday at Falgout Funeral Homes, Lockport, LA. Falgout Funeral Homes in charge of arrangements. Times Picayune 04/2/2008. **************************************** 000504 Landry - Linda Marie Landry departed this life on Thursday, March 27, 2008. She is survived by her son, Wilbert (Lynell) Landry; daughter, Antoinette (George) Taylor; 2 granddaughters, Da'Jean Landry and Geordan Taylor; 1 grandson Darius Rodgers; her mother Marie Smith; 4 sisters; 3 brothers and a host of other relatives and friends Relative and friends of the family are invited to attend the Funeral Services from Richardson Funeral Home, 11112 Jefferson Hwy., River Ridge, LA on Friday, April 4, 2008 at 11:00 am Rev. Charles Hurst officiating. Viewing will begin at 10:00 am until service time. Interment: Love & Charity Cemetery, Kenner, LA Arrangement entrusted to Richardson Funeral Home of Jefferson Times Picayune 04/3/2008. **************************************** 000505 Landry - Raymond D. Landry, 89, died Friday, April 18, 2008 at Canon Hospice. He was a Master Electrician with IBEW Local 130 in Metairie for 65 years; a WWII Navy veteran; a parishioner of St. Christopher Church in Metairie for 55 years; past president and member of the Naval Brigade divisions 1, 2 and 6 and a member of American Legion Post 175 and VFW Post 6640. Beloved husband of the late Betty Landry to whom he was married for 55 years. Father of Barbara Neel and Raymond G. Landry. Brother of Selma Savoye. Also survived by 4 grandchildren, 2 great grandchildren and his companion Lois Latta. The relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the visitation on Monday, April 21, 2008 from 10:00 AM until 1:00 PM at Garden of Memories Funeral Home, 4900 Airline Drive in Metairie. There will be a Funeral Mass at 1:00 PM in the funeral home chapel. Interment will follow in Garden of Memories. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be sent to Canon Hospice, 1221 S. Clearview Pkwy, Jefferson, LA 70121. The online Guestbook is available at www.legacy.com Times Picayune 04/20/2008. **************************************** 000506 Landry - Thomas Hugh "Tommy" Landry, passed away on Friday, April 11, 2008. Beloved husband of 48 years of Carol Morse Landry; loving father of Melanie Sharp and her husband Louis "Chuck" and Michele Pennington and her husband Dustan; grandfather of Kestin Maggio and Hailey and Peyton Pennington. He was preceded in death by his parents, K.P. and Amanda Landry and seven brothers. Age 78 years, he was very proud of his Acadian heritage. Tommy was born in Rayne, LA and grew up in Kaplan, LA. He spent many years in school at St. Anthony's in San Antonio, TX. After serving in the United States Army, during the Korean Conflict, he received his bachelor degree from Southwestern Louisiana Institute of Liberal and Technological Learning, now known as University of Louisiana at Lafayette and a masters degree in education from Loyola University. During his first four years of teaching, he met Carol, at Leon Godchaux High School in Reserve, LA. After moving to Folsom, Carol's home, he spent 48 wonderful years in what he would call "God's country". He loved his yard of 400 Azaleas and many other flowers. Tommy retired after 20 years of teaching at Covington High School. He will be remembered for his years as a chaperone of the senior trips to Washington, DC, San Antonio, TX and cruises to Nassau. He served as yearbook sponsor and chairman of the Senior Class. One of his favorite responsibilities was announcing of the graduates as they received their diplomas. Many heartfelt thanks to the Doctors and Staff of St. Tammany Parish Hospital, especially Dr. Barry Kusnick and Dr. Gregory Groglio, also the staff at Lakeshore Hospice. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend a memorial service on Friday, April 18, 2008 at 11:00 AM from the Chapel at E.J. Fielding Funeral Home Inc., 2260 W. 21st. Ave., Covington, LA 70433. Visitation on Friday will begin at 10:00 AM. In lieu of flowers, the family would prefer donations to Lakeshore Hospice, 2659 North Causeway Blvd., Mandeville, LA 70471. Sign Guest Book and View Video Tribute online at www.ejfieldingfh.com. Times Picayune 04/16/2008. **************************************** 000507 Langenhennig - Dorothy (Ducky) Dicks Langenhennig passed away on Monday, April 14, 2008. She was born October 3, 1910 to the late Henry Arthur and Mary McGill Dicks and was a lifelong resident of Mandeville. She was the beloved wife of the late August (Nip) Langenhennig. Having no children of her own, she was a mother to two nephews, the late Joseph M. Dicks and James A. Dicks, daughter-in-law to Peggy Schoen Dicks. There is a large extended family, primarily nieces and nephews, who survive her. She was preceded in death by six siblings. Ducky will be remembered for her devoted loyalty to her family: loving and caring for her husband Nip, her invalid mother for 10 years, raising her sons, Jim and Joe, and sharing her many talents as a teacher with so many children at Jean Gordon School, even teaching children of our local talent, Terry Flettrich. Up until the age of 92, Ducky was very active in life, walking her dog, Bell, and going for rides with Joe on the lakefront enjoying the view and watching people have fun. She took great pride in her garden and especially talked of the Magnolia tree that Nip planted for her as a gift. Ducky picked designated restaurants to dine with family and friends and you had better take to the one she chose that day. Jim and Peggy always made sure there was plenty of chocolate (she could eat eight pieces at once) and a shrimp po-boy for her eating pleasure. The family would like to thank the staff at Pontchartrain Guest House for six years of devoted care. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the Funeral Mass on Friday, April 18, 2008 at 1:00 PM from the Chapel at E.J. Fielding Funeral Home, 2260 W. 21st Ave., Covington, LA 70433. Visiting hours will begin at 11:00 AM. Interment will follow Mass at the Mandeville City Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to a charity of choice. Sign the family Guest Book online at www.ejfieldingfh.com. Times Picayune 04/16/2008. **************************************** 000508 Lapeyrouse - Bertha Margaret Grunik Lapeyrouse passed away on Wednesday, April 16, 2008. Age 73. Born December 3, 1934. Beautiful, loving and devoted wife of Robert Lapeyrouse. Daughter of the late Paul and Veronica Grunik. Sister of Pauline Vonarb, Lawrence (Putt) Grunik and the late George Grunik, Anna Gurnik, Paul Grunik (wife Mary), Louis Grunik and nephew David Vonarb. Aunt of Diane, Richard, Lisa, Angie, Kim, John, Russell and Emile. A native of St. Bernard Parish for 56 years. She formerly worked at Family Services of NOLA. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the Funeral Services at ST. BERNARD MEMORIAL FUNERAL HOME, 701 West Virtue Street, Chalmette, LA 70043, on Saturday, April 19, 2008 at 11:00 AM. Interment will follow in St. Bernard Memorial Gardens. Visitation from 8:30 AM until service time on Saturday. Times Picayune 04/18/2008. **************************************** 000509 Larmeu - Lillian West Larmeu passed away on Sunday, April 20, 2008 at the age of 82. She was the cherished wife of Edward J. Larmeu for over 60 years. Loving mother of Peggy M. Miller, Edward W. Larmeu and June L. Hotard. Daughter of the late Mamie Giesler West and William West. Sister of William and the late Florence, Joyce, Anna Mae, Betty Jane, Warren and Henry. She is also survived and fondly remembered by her grandchildren, Ashley, Richard, Deanna and Catherine, her great granddaughter Laney and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. She will be sadly missed by us all. Relatives and friends are invited to attend a visitation to be held at ST. BERNARD MEMORIAL FUNERAL HOME, 701 W. Virtue St., Chalmette, LA, on Thursday, April 24th from 11:00AM - 1:00PM. A funeral service will begin at 1:00PM. Burial will be private. To view and sign the Family Guestbook, please visit www.stbernardmemorial.com. Times Picayune 04/23/2008 **************************************** 000510 Lasseigne - Cheryl A. Lasseigne on Monday, March 24, 2008 at 12:20PM, age 61. Beloved sister of Jimmy W. Lasseigne. Daughter of the late Elma Benoit and Bruno L. Lasseigne. Also survived by nieces and nephews. Arrangements: LAKE LAWN METAIRIE FUNERAL HOME. Times Picayune 04/13/2008. **************************************** 000511 Lawrence - Freddie Mae Lawrence departed this life at Ochsner Medical Westbank on Monday, April 7, 2008. Wife of Edward Lawrence. Mother of Jocelyn Johnson, Darlene (Howard) Self, Eddie Johnson, Jr., Brenda Johnson, Timothy Johnson, Dova (Darnell) Webb, of Nashville, TN., and Joval (Dawn) Johnson. Stepmother of Arthur L. Lawrence, Eldridge (Ethel) Lawrence, Welton Lawrence, and Patricia (David) Jefferson. Daughter of Fred (Angeline) Douglas and the late Etta Mae Corley Douglas McClure. Sister of Robert Douglas, Margree Spight of Houston, Tx., Linda Wilburn of Houston, Tx., Brittany and Angel Douglas and the late Josephine Brown. Also survived by a host of grandchildren, great grandchildren, aunts, uncle, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Age 62 years, a native of Hazelhurst, Ms. and a resident of New Orleans, La. Relatives and friends, also Pastors, officers, and members of Greater Providence Baptist Church, New Bethel Baptist Church, Liberty Missionary Baptist & Westside Missionary Baptist Association (Women Dept.) Star of Faith Eastern Star O.E.S.P.H. A # 186 are invited to attend the Funeral Service at Greater Providence Baptist Church, 623 Newton St., Algiers, La., on Saturday, April 12, 2008 at 10:00a.m. Rev. Vaughn Kelly - Officiating. Visitation will begin at 8:30a.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 04/11/2008 **************************************** 000512 Lebeaud - Peter Lucien LeBeaud passed away on Saturday, March 29, 2008. Family and friends are invited to attend the services on Friday, April 4th at Doyle Funeral Home, 2430 4th St., Slidell, LA. Visitation will begin at 9:00 AM with services beginning at 11:00 AM. Interment will follow at St. Louis #1 Cemetery in New Orleans. Times Picayune 04/3/2008. **************************************** 000513 Leblanc - At 4:50 pm on the afternoon of Friday, April 18, 2008, Lynn Joseph LeBlanc passed away from complications with pneumonia. He leaves behind his wife Paula Kenney, two sons Mark Jules LeBlanc and his wife Lisa, Steven Edwin LeBlanc and his wife Gina, and four grand children Mark, Jo-'el, Nicholas and Ryan. Lynn was born in New York to Jules and Hazel LeBlanc and lived in New Orleans until 2005 when Katrina moved him to Marshall, Texas. Relatives and Friends of the Family are invited to attend a Funeral Mass at MOTHE FUNERAL HOME, 2100 Westbank Expressway, Harvey, LA on Thursday April 24, 2008 at 1:30 PM. Interment will be in Westlawn Memorial Park Cemetery, Gretna, LA. Visitation will be held Thursday morning from 11:00 AM until Mass time. For funeral information please call 366-4343. Times Picayune 04/22/2008 **************************************** 000514 Leblanc - Rita H. LeBlanc passed away on Thursday, April 24, 2008. Beloved wife of the late Ivy LeBlanc. Daughter of the late Edward D. Hibben and Williamena D. Hibben. Sister of the late Edward W. Hibben, James W. Hibben, Sr., and Pauline Hibben Houston. Survived by nieces, Patricia Hibben, Carolyn H. Serpas; nephew, James W. Hibben, Jr.; niece-in-law, Margie Hibben and nephew-in-law, Jack Serpas. Preceded in death by niece, the late Deborah H. Doss and nephew Edward D. Hibben, Sr. Also survived by great- nieces, great-nephews, great-great-nieces, and great-great- nephews. Age 85 years, and a lifelong resident of Algiers, LA. Rita was a faithful fan of the Atlanta Braves and Chicago Cubs. Her favorite players were Dale Murphy, Chip Jones, and Andrew Jones. Relatives and Friends of the Family are invited to attend a Mass of Christian Burial at Holy Name of Mary Catholic Church, Eliza Street, Algiers, LA, on Monday, April 28, 2008 at 1 PM. Interment St. Bartholomew Cemetery, Algiers, LA. Visitation will be at MOTHE FUNERAL HOME, 1300 Vallette Street, Algiers, LA, on Monday from 10 AM until 12:30 PM. Information: 366-4343. Times Picayune 04/27/2008. **************************************** 000515 Lebourgeois - John Webster LeBourgeois, retired Executive Director of the Regional Planning Commission, passed away on Thursday, March 27, 2008. He was 76. Beloved husband of the late Antoinette (Toni) Gleason LeBourgeois. Father of Gregory Roy LeBourgeois. Father-in-law of Raine Acosta LeBourgeois. Grandfather of Ashton Christine LeBourgeois and Kallie Raine LeBourgeois. Preceded in death by his parents: Roy Louis LeBourgeois and Anna Nelson LeBourgeois. Brother of Heloise LeBourgeois Duncan and the late Julie Ann LeBourgeois. Brother-in-law of Fay Boudreaux, Sylvia Lynn, Rose Timmons, Thomas E. Gleason, the late Bernadette Gray and Gay Gary. He graduated from St. Aloysius High School and Tulane University. He served as a Captain in the United States Army Reserve and was commissioned as a Kentucky Colonel by Kentucky Governor Paul Patton. He was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Covington, LA. John was a proponent of regional planning and cooperation. As Executive Director of the Regional Planning Commission, he built the agency into one of the finest in the state of Louisiana. With his direction, the agency hired professional staff, initiated the moved into computer based planning, and supported a commission that has been one of the most cohesive in the state. But John's passion was passenger rail service. During his tenure at the Regional Planning Commission and as a Commissioner of the Regional Transit Authority, John pushed for the development of passenger rail service. He supported a demonstration passenger rail project into New Orleans from he Gulf Coast and a railbus demonstration project from Kenner to downtown New Orleans during the 1984 World's Fair. John was one of the key people who lobbied for and supported the concept of a Tri-state rail commission. He was appointed to serve as the Technical Liason to the Chairman of the Southern Rapid Rail Transit Commission where he worked toward the implementaton of passenger rail service along the Gulf Coast. John oversaw the study to determine whether the passenger rail service in the metro area was significant enough to support a rail system powered by magnetic levitation technology. John's most visible and enduring projects were while he served as a Commissioner with the Regional Transit Authority. During his tenure the RTA designed and built the first new streetcar line in the nation when the Riverfront streetcar line opened in 1988. The Canal streetcar line was also initiated during his tenure on he board. The RTA developed its first rail service plan, and that plan today still drives the agency's push for passenger rail and rail modernization service in the New Orleans region. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the funeral at Jacob Schoen & Son Funeral Home, 3827 Canal Street on Thursday, April 3, 2008, Visitation will begin at 8:30 a.m. and conclude with the Funeral Mass at 11:00 a.m. Interment will follow in St. Louis #3 Cemetery. Times Picayune 04/1/2008. **************************************** 000516 Ledet - Eugene "Gene" Raymond Ledet passed away on Saturday, April 5, 2008. Beloved son of the late Lucius and Gloria Ledet. Brother of Lucius Ledet, Jr. (wife Fie) and Susan Roddy (husband Mike). Proud uncle of Connie Jean Matherne, Jon Marroy (wife Melba), Julia Marroy, and the late Michael Ledet. Great-uncle of Kaleb Matherne, Cade Matherne, Bryce Fann, and Gage Marroy Also survived by cousins and other relatives and friends. Age 56 years, a native of New Orleans, LA and resident of Avondale, LA for the past 46 years. Mr. Ledet was an employee of Crescent Towing for 31 years, and he is a Veteran of the U. S. Army and Air Force. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend a Visitation at MOTHE FUNERAL HOME, 7040 Lapalco Blvd., Marrero, LA on Thursday, April 10, 2008 from 9:00 AM until Blessing of the Body at 1:00 PM. Interment will be private. For funeral information, call 366-4343. Times Picayune 04/9/2008. **************************************** 000517 Lee - Anderson Lee, Jr., of New Orleans, LA, died Tuesday, April 1, 2008 of a heart attack at the age of 59. Husband of Andrea Bourgeois Lee. Father of Anderson III, Derek Vantrell, and Jean Pierre Lee. Stepfather of Lakeisha, Andrella and Ivy Bourgeois and Jerelle Holmes. Son of Margaret Turner Hatcher and the late Anderson C. Lee Sr. Brother of John Malveaux and Leon and Theresa Roberts. Grandfather of Shaun Pierre Gaudet. Preceded in death by first wife Shirley Ann Lee. Also survived by a host of aunts, uncles, cousins, family and friends. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Memorial Services on Saturday, April 12, 2008 at 9:00am at Louisiana Undertaking Company, 1449 N. Claiborne Ave. Family Hour 8:00am Interment private. Services entrusted to Louisiana Undertaking Company, Inc. 1449 N. Claiborne Avenue New Orleans, Louisiana 70116 Information: (504) 945-2145 Jeffery K. Jenkins / Renard A. Boissiere Fatima B. Conner Directors Times Picayune 04/11/2008 **************************************** 000518 Lee - Columbus C. Lee passed away on Saturday, April 12, 2008. Beloved husband of Lily Casril Lee. Father of Thomas and spouse Jane Crochet Lee, Chris and spouse Mary Ann Martin Lee, Terry and spouse Barbara Gottschalk Lee, Cathy Lee and spouse Joseph Mele, Cindy Lee and spouse Gary Cleland. Brother of Claudie Duck, Jay Lee, Robert Lee, Fannie DiCrispino and the late Mae Seals, Walter Lee, Arthur Lee, Bessie Maladine, Lula Lee, Henry Lee, Grace Landry and Annie Viron. Also survived by 18 grandchildren, 21 great- grandchildren and 4 great-great-grandchildren. Age 94 years. A native of Bay St. Louis, MS and a resident of Covington, LA for the past 51 years. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the Funeral Services on Tuesday, April 15, 2008 at 11:00 AM from E.J. Fielding Funeral Home Inc., 2260 W. 21st. Ave., Covington, LA 70433. Visitation on Monday from 6:00 PM until 9:00 PM and on Tuesday from 9:00 AM until service time. Interment in Theodore Dendinger Cemetery, Madisonville, LA. Sign Guest Book online at www.ejfieldingfh.com. Times Picayune 04/14/2008. **************************************** 000519 Lee - Doretha Carr Lee, a homemaker, died Wednesday, April 9, 2008 at East Jefferson Hospital. She was 87. Survivors include: her daughter, Ruby Dent; grandchildren: Burnell Dent, Shawanda Wortham, Lisa Horn, Earl Dent, James Heary, Jr., Kenneth Dent and Yolanda Dent. A funeral will be held Saturday, April 12, 2008 at New Foundation for Life F.G.B.C.,1061 Cambridge Dr., LaPlace, LA. Times Picayune 04/11/2008 **************************************** 000520 Leitz - Jemison "Jim" Leitz, age 78, of Lacombe, LA went to his heavenly home on Friday, April 25, 2008 at Northshore Regional Medical Center, Slidell, LA. He was the beloved husband of Maris Pravata Leitz and beloved father of Karen Clayton her husband Robert and their five children Rob, Gregory, Katherine, Kenneth and Patrick of Ferriday, LA, Deborah Hadaway and her husband Brian, Theresa Leitz Ball and her son Michael, James Leitz and his sons Ross, Phillip and Stephen, Lisa Charitat her husband Andre and their sons Andre and Brandon and Patricia Leitz and her son Maurice Phillip Gaudet. He is also survived by two great grandchildren, Zachary and Madelaine. He was preceded in death by his parents Mary Jemison and Anthony Leitz, wife Palma Scumaci Leitz of McKees Rocks PA, two brothers Norman and Anthony "Nonie" Leitz and three sisters, Mildred McConnon, Dorothy Leitz and Lillian Leonick all of the New Orleans Metropolitan Area. He served four years in the United States Air Force during the Korean War and retired from Chevron-Texaco in 1986 after 30 years as a Helicopter Mechanic. He served proudly as a volunteer for the Lacombe Fire Department for many years. He loved his ministries; Marriage Encounter, Engaged Encounter, and in more recent years, as a lay chaplain in bereavement ministry with his wife Maris. He was a charter parishioner of St. John of the Cross Church in Lacombe, his cherished church. A native of New Orleans and a resident of the Northshore since 1973, he was an avid Saints, L.S.U., and Tulane Fan. He was a recipient of The Order of St. Louis IX award in 1988 from the Archdiocese of New Orleans. His quiet strength and gentle ways will be missed by all who loved him. 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 Sunday, April 27, 2008 from 7:00pm until 9:00pm and on Monday afternoon at St. John of the Cross Catholic Church, 61051 Brier Lake Dr., Lacombe, LA from 12:00pm until 1:00pm. A Funeral Mass will follow at 1:00pm. Interment will be held in Toomer Cemetery, Lacombe, LA. Donations to: Lighthouse for the Blind, 123 State Street, New Orleans, LA 70118 or online at http://www.lhb.org/ is preferred, in lieu of flowers. Times Picayune 04/27/2008. **************************************** 000521 Leks - Bruno Stanley Leks unexpectedly passed away at his home in Conroe, TX on Wednesday, March 26th, 2008 at the age of 54. Bruno is survived and sadly missed by his loving wife Lorraine (Kanicka) Leks, his 4 children; son Sebastian Leks and his wife Levi, daughters Kady Connell, Rene' Connell, and Joni Connell, father Stanley Leks, brother Frank Leks and his wife Vesha, brother Edward Leks and his wife Ella, grandsons Gavin Hancock, Bennie Dancer and Macin Bruno, several nieces, nephews, in-laws and cousins in Pabianice Poland and many more family and friends all over the world. Bruno is preceded in death by his mother Krystene Leks. Funeral Services will be held Saturday, April 5th, 2008 beginning at 9am till 12 noon at Schoen Funeral Home located at 3827 Canal St., New Orleans, LA. with the burial following at St Louis Cemetery #3 The Chapel of Crucifixion located at 3421 Esplanade Ave., New Orleans, LA. Bruno was a beloved son, husband, father, brother and friend. He is truly irreplaceable and will be greatly missed by all the lives he touched with his generosity and love. Times Picayune 04/4/2008. **************************************** 000522 Lenormand - Mary Elizabeth LeNormand a devoted mother and grandmother, died on Wednesday, April 2, 2008. Beloved wife of the late Clarence Ray LeNormand. She is survived by her daughter Lisette LeNormand Wands and her husband Wayne Drueding Wands and her son Craig Ray LeNormand and his wife Pam Larrieu LeNormand. She is also survived by her grandchildren Elizabeth Lenore Wands, Wayne Erik Wands and Collin Roch LeNormand. She is the daughter of the late Ernestine Wasmuth James and the late Thomas A. James, Sr. She was the sister of the late Thomas A. James, Jr., Robert James, and the late Donald E. James, Sr.. She was a resident of New Orleans for 56 years and the Northshore for 24 years. She was a member of Pro Christo Laborantes, Newcomers and volunteered with the Samaritan Center. 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, April 5, 2008 at 10:00 AM. Interment will follow in Lake Lawn Park. Visitation will begin at 8:30 AM. In lieu of flowers please send donations to Samaritan Center, 402 Girod Street, Mandeville, LA 70448. To sign and view the Family Guestbook, please visit www.lakelawnmetairie.com Times Picayune 04/4/2008. **************************************** 000523 Levatino - Inez "Mattie" Levatino, a homemaker and resident of Mandeville, died Wednesday, April 2, 2008 in Covington, La. She was 86 and a native of Epps, La. Visiting at Resthaven Funeral Home, 11817 Jefferson Highway, on Friday, April 4, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Visitation resumes at the funeral home on Saturday from 10 a.m. until service at 11 a.m. Burial to follow at Resthaven Gardens of Memory, conducted by Ron Tyndall of Parkview Baptist Church. Survived by a daughter, Cindy Zeringue and husband Ronald; and two grandchildren, Phillip and Kristen Zeringue. Preceded in death by her husband Phillip D. Leggitt; two sisters, Laura and May; four brothers, James, Wilson, Albert and Holman. Please sign the online guestbook at www.resthavenbatonrouge.com. Times Picayune 04/4/2008. **************************************** 000524 Levine - Karen Joy Arena Levine passed away on April 11, 2008 at East Jefferson Hospital. She was the beloved wife of Barry David Levine. Proud mother of Matthew Geoffery Levine. Daughter of Carl F. Arena and the late Dorothy Reynolds Arena. Daughter-in-law of Barbara R. Levine and the late David Jerrald Levine. Sister of Marie Arena, Carl Arena and the late Jules Arena (wife, Joanne). Age 51. A native of New Orleans, La. and resident of Kenner, La. for the past 29 years. Mrs. Levine was of the Presbyterian faith. A former employee of Employees National, Land and Marine Services, Tulane University Athletic Dept. Intramural Sports, F.A. Richard, Kleinsmith, Laudeman and Talbot, Farrell and Associates and National Safety Council of New Orleans. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Funeral Service from the Metairie Home of LAMANA-PANNO-FALLO, 1717 VETERANS MEMORIAL BLVD., AT BONNABEL BLVD. on Wednesday, April 16, 2008 at 12:00 Noon. Followed by interment in Garden of Memories Cemetery. Visitation on Wednesday, April 16, 2008 from 10:00 AM until funeral time. In lieu of flowers, Memorial Contributions to Lighthouse for the Blind in New Orleans, 123 State St., New Orleans, La. 70118. Please sign On-Line Guest Book at www.MEM.com. Funeral information 831-9901. Times Picayune 04/15/2008. **************************************** 000525 Levy - Michael Levy on Thursday, March 27, 2008 at 1:00 am. Beloved son of Solon M. and Eunice Kernan Levy. Brother of David E.Levy, Darryl M. Levy and Judge Kernan "Skip" Hand. Uncle to Kerry, Shannon, Jennifer, David, Olivia, and William Hand and Alex Levy. Mike was 55 years old. Mike served in the army during the Veterans War and resided at the time of his death at the Veterans Home in Reserve. His work history included time at the East Jefferson Levee district, the Jefferson Parish Clerk of Court office and the City of Kenner in various capacities. He was a good guy to all who knew him. Private service will be held in the future. Times Picayune 04/4/2008. **************************************** 000526 Lewis - Bobby Lewis, age 21, passed away on Monday, April 14, 2008 in Houston, TX. His Homegoing Celebration commemorating his life will be held on Wednesday, April 23, 2008 at 10:00 a.m. at Greater Mt. Rose Baptist Church, 1322 Simon Bolivar St., with Reverend Earl Blackwell, Jr. officiating. Visitation will be held from 9:00 a.m. until the hour of service. He leaves to cherish his many precious memories his parents, Emelda Lewis and Bobby Watson; his "fiance'", Kabriea Lewis; one daughter, Sicere Lewis; six sisters, Irian, Shawana, Tashameka, Tionne, Bonica and Dana; four brothers Emile, Cody, Darren and Timothy; grandson of Leslie Scrivens; stepson of Deanna Watson and a host of aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Interment and Rite Service at Greenstreet with ascending doves symbolizing the commending of the departing soul. HERITAGE FUNERAL DIRECTORS 4101 St. Claude Avenue, N.O., LA Information: (504) 944-5500 Times Picayune 04/22/2008. **************************************** 000527 Lewis - Edward E. Lewis, age 82, entered into eternal rest on Wednesday, April 16, 2008. Son of the late Oliver and Henrietta Parker Lewis and beloved husband of the late Sarah A. Shaw Lewis. Father of Ida M. Myles (Charles Sr.). Grandfather of Charles Myles, Jr. (Juanita), H. Jason Myles (Monique), Daphne N. Vandorn (James), Kenya K. Myles, Rose Odusanya. Great-grandfather of Charleston Myles, Christina Myles, Julien Tucker, JaJuan Myles, Miyah Myles, Jalen Vandorn and Nikkya Ramsey. Also survived by sister Sedonia Johnson, devoted nephew Reverend Nelson Shaw, Jr. (Cynthia), a host of nieces, great-nieces, nephews, great-nephews, cousins and friends. Relatives, friends and employees of Local #689, Local #567, ACORN, Touro Infirmary Hospital, Children's Hospital, East Jefferson Hospital, McMain Eleanor Magnet Secondary School, Bomanite of New Orleans, JWO Concrete, Whole Food Market, Pierre A. Capdau, University of New Orleans, Hynes Charter, NYPD, Robert Frost Middle School and George J. Ryan Middle School of New York are invited to attend Funeral Services on Monday, April 21, 2008 at Progressive Baptist Church, 1214 S. Robertson St. at 11:00 a.m. Visitation will begin at 10:00 a.m. Dr. Willie Gable, Jr., officiating. Interment will be in Mount Olive Baptist Church Cemetery. Heritage Funeral Directors, 4101 St. Claude Ave., New Orleans, LA 70117, (504) 944-5500. Times Picayune 04/20/2008. **************************************** 000528 Lewis - Geraldine A. Lewis, age 72, lifelong resident of NOLA died on Saturday, March 29, 2008 in Jacksonville, FL. Daughter of the late Rogester Samuel Leonard Armstrong and wife of the late Rogers J. Lewis. Mother of Derek Lewis Sr. (Trenia) and Jonathan Riley (Shelia). Sister of Verletta Williams and the late Doris Johnson and Lois Alexander and adopted sister of Maxine M. Morgan. Grandmother of Derek Lewis Jr., Yukobi Lewis, Desmond Lewis, Tamiah Lewis and the late Jencey Riley. Survived by 3 Great-grandchildren and a host of other relatives and friends. She was an employee at First and South Claiborne Dental for 35 years. Relatives and friends of the family, also Priest and Parishioners of St. Jude Catholic Church and St. Peter Claver are invited to attend the service at St. Jude Catholic Church, 411 N. Rampart, N.O., La., on Saturday, April 5, 2008 at 11 am. Visitation will begin at 9 am. Celebrant Victor Cohea and Father Anthony Rigoli, Pastor of St. Jude Catholic Church. Interment: Lakelawn Memorial Park Cemetery. Please visit our website www.rhodesfuneral.com to sign the guest book. Arrangements by D. W. Rhodes Funeral Home, 1716 N. Claiborne Ave. Times Picayune 04/4/2008. **************************************** 000529 Lewis - Luida M. Lewis, age 76, went home to be with her savior on Sunday, April 20, 2008. Daughter of the late Leonora Burns and Walter Johnson, Sr. Beloved wife of Henry Lewis. Stepmother of Bernell Mealey of Korea, Erma Jean Mealey of Long Beach, CA, Byron Mealey and Arlene Poche, both of New Orleans, LA, Cheryl McCoy and Edna Bourgeois, both of Boutte, LA and Kevin Drake of Kenner, LA. Sister of Herman, Walter, Jr. and Melvin Johnson and the late Olivia Lewis, David and Ovid McMiller. Niece of Harriet James. Also survived by a host of step-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Relatives and friends of the family, also pastors, officers and members of all neighboring churches are invited to attend the Funeral Services at Providence Baptist Church, 11509 Jefferson Highway, River Ridge, LA on Saturday, April 26, 2008 at 10:00 a.m. Visitation will be held from 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. Rev. Lawerence Gaines, officiating. Interment: Providence Memorial Park and Mausoleum. Please visit our website at www.rhodesfuneral.com to sign the guest book. Times Picayune 04/25/2008. **************************************** 000530 Lewis - Mary Louise Lewis, on March 1, 2008. She is survived by her nephew Johnny Maier and his family and was preceded in death by her husband Carl Lewis; her parents Louise and Herman Maier and one brother, Herman Maier. Aged 82 years, Mary was a native of New Orleans and a resident of Mandeville, LA. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend Graveside Services on Wednesday, April 2, at 1:00 PM at Pinecrest Memorial Gardens, 2280 West 21st Ave., Covington, LA 70433. E.J. Fielding Funeral Home of Covington is in charge of arrangements. Sign Guest Book online at www.ejfieldingfh.com. Times Picayune 04/2/2008. **************************************** 000531 Leydecker - Joseph F. Leydecker passed away on Wednesday, April 9, 2008. Beloved brother of Connie, Jean, Carmen C., Mary Diaz and the late Quetona Leydecker and Harriet Walters. Uncle of Coleen Gervais, Michael Walters, Jackie Spinner, John, David and Charles Diaz. Survived by three grand-nephews, and one grand-niece. Age 76 years. A native and life-long resident of New Orleans. He was a Korean Veteran. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the funeral. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at SCHOEN FUNERAL HOME, 3827 Canal St., New Orleans on Friday, April 11, 2008 at 12:00 noon. Visitation will from 10:00 am until service time. Interment will be in St. Patrick Cemetery No. 3. Guestbook may be signed online at www.legacy.com. Times Picayune 04/11/2008 **************************************** 000532 Liner - Marie Detillier Liner passed away on Monday, April 28, 2008. Beloved wife of the late Henry P. Liner. Mother of Mary L. Hutchinson and Kevin Gerard Liner. Sister of Edna Punch and Nelson Detillier, Sr. Daughter of the late Herman Detillier and Mabel Boudreaux Detillier. Grandmother of Brandi Wooley, Joshua Wooley and Samantha Hutchinson. Great Grandmother of Kacey Lynn Wooley. Age 70 years. A native of Raceland, LA and a resident of Westwego. 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 Thursday, May 1, 2008 at 11:00 AM. Interment in Westlawn Memorial Park Cemetery, Gretna, LA. Visitation at the funeral home on Thursday from 10:00 AM until service time. Information: 504-366-4343. Times Picayune 04/30/2008. **************************************** 000533 Litt - Rocky R. Litt entered eternal rest on Monday, April 7, 2008. Age 47. Beloved son of the late James and Rosemary Litt Stewart. Brother of James Stewart, Richard Litt (Shirley), John Litt (Dianna), Gerald Litt (Justine), David Litt (Anita), Norwood Stewart (Debra), Patricia Morris, Maryann McMath, and the late Anthony and Michael Litt. Nephew of Camille S. McKey. Also survived by a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends. A Funeral Service will be held on Friday, April 11, 2008 at Majestic Mortuary, 1833 Oretha C. Haley Blvd., at 10:00 a.m. Visitiation 9:00 a.m. Burial private. Times Picayune 04/10/2008. **************************************** 000534 Lodriguss - Evela Begovich Lodriguss passed away on Saturday, April 19, 2008. Beloved wife of the late Joseph Ariald Lodriguss. Daughter of the late Jack Begovich, Sr. and Elmire Adam Begovich. Mother of Carol L. DiMaggio (husband Harold) and Diana L. Gettle (husband Fred). Sister of Gloria B. Schouest and the late Dominick Begovich, Sr., Jack Begovich, Jr., John Robert Begovich, Sr. and Baby Lillian Begovich. "Maw-Maw" to 7 Grandchildren: Wade S. Nash, Sr. (wife Stacey), Nancy N. Laurent (husband Henry), Tiffany Bryan (husband David), Deanne Owens (husband Keith), Harold DiMaggio, III (wife Rose), Christine Gettle and Daphne DiMaggio. "Maw-Maw" to 17 Great Grandchildren: Alex, Aaron, Angel, Anthony, Bridget, Brittany, Darby, Hank, Hannah, Jacob, Lyndsey, Matthew, Nicholas, Richard, Ryan, Sarah, and Wade, Jr.; and "Maw-Maw" to 1 Great Great Grandchild: Allanah. She loved her Kitty Cat, Princess. Age 90 years. Born in Harvey and residing in Luling. The family of Mrs. Evela would like to extend their heartfelt thanks, appreciation and gratitude to the staff of Luling Living Center for their great care and love given to her during her time of illness. The family would also like to thank Journey Hospice. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the Mass of Christian Burial at MOTHE FUNERAL HOME, 2100 Westbank Expressway, Harvey, LA, on Wednesday, April 23, 2008 at 1PM. Interment in Westlawn Memorial Park Cemetery, Gretna, LA. Visitation at the funeral home on Wednesday from 10AM until 1PM. Information: 366-4343 Times Picayune 04/22/2008. **************************************** 000535 Lomonaco - Nicola J. Lomonaco passed away on April 26, 2008. He was 80 years of age and a resident of Marrero, LA. Beloved son of the late Josephine Tramonte Lomonaco and Anthony Lomonaco, Sr. Brother of Frances Lomonaco Lafont, the late Joseph P., Vito P., Salvadore F. and Anthony Lomonaco, Jr. Also survived by many nieces, nephews, great- nieces and great-nephews. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the visitation at Mothe Funeral Home, 7040 Lapalco Blvd., Marrero, LA, on Tuesday, April 29, 2008 from 9 AM to 11 AM. A Funeral Mass will follow. Interment Westlawn Memorial Park. For further information or directions, call 504.366.4343. Times Picayune 04/28/2008. **************************************** 000536 Long - Dorothy Mae Long born on November 10, 1931, passed away on Tuesday, April 8, 2008. Age 76. Mother of Albert, Tyrone, Byron and Terry Long and Caroline Signal. Also survived by 18 grandchildren, 28 great-grandchildren, a host of other relatives and friends. A native and a resident of New Orleans, LA. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the Visitation on Saturday, April 12, 2008 at Gertrude Geddes Willis Funeral Home, 2120 Jackson Avenue from 8:00 am. until 9:00 a.m. Followed by Funeral Services at 9:00 a.m. Pastor Tyrone Keelen, officiating. Interment Resthaven Memorial Park. NO WAKE. You may sign the guest book on nola.com/obits. GERTRUDE GEDDES WILLIS FUNERAL HOME, INC. in charge. Times Picayune 04/11/2008 **************************************** 000537 Long - Long, Eva Rita Schwabe "Honey" "I feel torn between the two, because I have a desire to depart and be with Christ, which is better by far." Philippians 1:23 A long-time resident of Baton Rouge and native of New Orleans, she died April 2, 2008 at Ollie Steele Burden Butterfly Wing / Hospice of Baton Rouge, after a brief illness. She was 89 years old. Visitation at Greenoaks Funeral Home, Baton Rouge, on Monday, April 7, from 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm. Visitation at St. Thomas More Catholic Church, Baton Rouge, on Tuesday, April 8, from 10:00 am until Mass of Christian Burial at 11:00 am, with the Rev.Thomas Duhe', celebrant. Interment in Greenoaks Memorial Park. She is survived by two sons, James "Jimmie" Long, Jr., and Patrick Long and wife Jackie Long, both of Baton Rouge, and two daughters, Vallie Long Telfer and husband Phil Telfer of Cary, North Carolina, and Lori Long LeBlanc and husband Mark LeBlanc of Baton Rouge, and 8 grandchildren, Jessica Long Roy, Kelli LeBlanc Mullins, Andy Long, Maggie Long, Holly LeBlanc Gelpi, Erin Telfer, Megan Telfer, Kasey Telfer, and four great- grandchildren. She is preceded in death by her husband, James Joseph Long, Sr.; her parents, Andrew J. Schwabe and Loretta Draube Schwabe; and her grandson, Connor James Telfer. Raised in New Orleans, she worked in the family business, Schwabe's Bakery on Magazine Street. She graduated from The Academy of Sacred Heart in New Orleans, and attended LSU. In Baton Rouge, Eva Rita was a retired real estate agent, and was also the lunchroom manager for many years at St. Thomas More Catholic School. She was a charter member of St. Thomas More Catholic Church, and a member of Catholic Daughters and Single Spouses at St. Thomas More. "Honey", as she was called by family, had a wonderful outlook on life and was always interested in the lives of all those around her. Her grandchildren and great- grandchildren were the joy of her life. She was a loyal friend and devoted wife and mother. She will be greatly missed by all who knew her. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to ARC Baton Rouge, 8326 Kelwood Ave., Baton Rouge, La. 70806, or Hospice of Baton Rouge, 9063 Siegan Lane, Suite A, Baton Rouge, La. 70810 Times Picayune 04/6/2008. **************************************** 000538 Longo - Lois Stoltz Longo, age 84, died on Thursday, April 3, 2008 at 1:50 PM. Beloved mother of Sandra Longo LeSieur. Mother-in-Law of Alan J. LeSieur. Daughter of the late Blanche Dekemel and Ferdinand Stoltz. Step-Daughter of the late Walter Schiro. Relatives and friends are invited to attend a visitation to be held at St. Bernard Memorial Funeral Home, 701 W. Virtue Street, Chalmette, LA, on Monday, April 7, 2008 from 8:30 AM until 9:30 AM. A funeral service will begin at 9:30 AM. Burial will follow in Greenwood Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations to St. Jude Shrine or St. Jude Children's Hospital in memory of Ms. Lois Stoltz Longo will be appreciated. Times Picayune 04/6/2008. **************************************** 000539 Lopez - Orlando Cesareo Lopez, age 32, departed this life on Sunday, April 20, 2008. Son of Francisco Lopez and Marie Del Carmen Retortallo Lopez of Mexico. Orlando accepted Christ at an early age. He was a faithful member. He worked for many years in the remodeling business. He had a love for fixing on houses, studying, learning, raising roosters, fishing and watching movies. He loved and enjoyed his family to the fullest. Orlando was the beloved husband of Mia Videau Lopez. The father of 5 sons, David, Jesus and Marlondo Lopez, 2 step-sons Byron and Myron Videau, 2 step- daughters Kashonte Hicks and Kyreion Videau. Brother of 1 sister and 3 brothers. Orlando has 2 god-children Quintan Videeau and Jaylyn Sander. Son in Law of Theodolph T. and Marshall Videau and Elizabeth L. Videau. Also survived by a host of nieces, nephews, sisters in law, brothers in law and many other endearing friends. A Memorial Mass will be held in his honor on Tuesday, April 29, 2008 at 1:30 P.M. at Davis Mortuary Service, 6820 Westbank Expressway, Marrero, La. Interment will be private. Arrangements By Davis Mortuary Service 230 Monroe St. Gretna, La. Times Picayune 04/29/2008. **************************************** 000540 Lopiccolo - Rita Jo Miller LoPiccolo, loving mother, grandmother, great grandmother, and sister, native of Salinas, Kansas and resident of New Orleans for the past 36 years, age 73 passed away on Wednesday, April 23rd, 2008 after a short battle with lung cancer. Preceded in death by her parents Andrew Miller and Rose Manley Miller Nester, both of Kansas and 2 sons John and Joseph LoPiccolo of New Orleans. Survived by 5 children, Richard LoPiccolo, Laura LoPiccolo, Michael LoPiccolo, Daniel LoPiccolo and wife Valeria, Diane Jones and husband Joseph; 10 grandchildren Mark Bourgeois and wife Diana, Desiree Bourgeois, Heather LoPiccolo, Toni LoPiccolo, Jake LoPiccolo Storms, Ricky and Cecilia and Aurora LoPiccolo, Joey Jones and Ezekiel LoPiccolo; 5 great grandchildren Aaliyah Bourgeois, Dejah and Dan Miller, Hannah and Seth Bourgeois; 5 siblings, Patricia Berry, Deanna Gill, Karen Maes, Kenneth Miller and George Michael Nester and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Friends and family, Employees of Tulane University Law School and New Orleans Paddlewheels and members of the Community of John are invited to attend Funeral. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated in the Chapel of Schoen Funeral Home, 3827 Canal Street, New Orleans, on Saturday, April 26, 2008 at 12:00 Noon. Visitation will be from 9:00 am until Mass time. A special thanks to the caring doctors, nurses and medical staff of Touro Hospital for their unending compassion, especially Dr. Christopher Lege and Dr. Ellen Zakris. Guestbook may be signed online at www.mem.com. "I am the resurrection and the life. He who believes in me will live, even though he dies." John 11:25. Times Picayune 04/25/2008 **************************************** 000541 Lott - Our beloved Sister Clementine Fortenberry Lott entered into eternal rest on Tuesday, March 25, 2008 at 12:08 pm. She was a native of Tylertown, MS and a resident of New Orleans, LA. Born October 9, 1942 the oldest of nine children. Clementine was preceded in death by her parents: John T. Fortenberry and Clementine James Brock. Beloved wife of Edward Lott, Jr. Loving mother of two children: Stanley Joseph Lott and Shrell M. Lott Jenkins. Mother-in-law of Sylvia Elk Lott and Payton C.L. Jenkins. Loving grandmother to Joy Lott, Anika Shrell Lott, Tyrone Lott and Jerome Lott. Big sister to Edith Griffin, Roy Brock, Sr., Oscar James, Sr., Arthur James, Marjorie Barre, Johnnysteen Fortenberry, Clyde Brock, and Stanley James, Sr. She is also survived by her great-uncle McClavin James, and a host of nieces, nephews, relatives, and great friends. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend a Funeral Mass of Christian Burial on Thursday, April 3, 2008 at 11:00am at St. David Catholic Church, 5617 St. Claude Avenue. Visitation begins at 10:00am. Interment at Resthaven Mem. Park. Arrangements entrusted to Majestic Mortuary, (504) 523-5872 Times Picayune 04/2/2008. **************************************** 000542 Lotz - Ethel M. Lotz, a resident of Kenner, LA and lifelong resident of New Orleans, LA, passed away on Sunday, April 20, 2008 at 2:20 p.m. Age. 85 years. Survived by: a brother, Ernest Lotz, Jr. and wife, Janet; and a sister, Lorraine McQuitty; as well as numerous nieces, nephews, great-nieces and -nephews who loved her. Predeceased by parents: Ernest Sr. and Andree Francinques Lotz; and a sister, Shirley Salmon. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Funeral Mass of GREENWOOD FUNERAL HOME CHAPEL, 5200 Canal Blvd. (formerly All Faiths Funeral Home) on Wednesday, April 23, 2008 at 1:00 p.m. Interment will follow in Greenwood Cemetery. Visitation will begin at 12:00 noon. To view or sign the Family Guestbook please visit www.greenwoodfuneralhome.net Times Picayune 04/22/2008. **************************************** 000543 Lowery - Dorothy Mae Lowery went home to be with the Lord on Thursday, March 27, 2008. Daughter of the late Isaiah and Viola Beechum Young. She was a lifelong resident of New Orleans until Hurricane Katrina in 2005 and has lived in Houston, TX since that time. Dorothy is survived by her children, grandchildren and her great grandchildren. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to the funeral service at 11:00am at Austerlitz St. Missionary Baptist Church, 819 Austerlitz St. Visitation will be from 9:00am until 11:00am. Interment: Mt. Olivet Cemetery. Arrangements by Rhodes F.H. Times Picayune 04/4/2008. **************************************** 000544 Lucia - Eula Vedros Lucia, a resident of LaPlace and native of Lutcher, died Saturday, April 12, 2008, at Twin Oaks Nursing Home. She was 93, a homemaker and a retired proofreader for The L'Observateur. Visiting at Rose Lynn Funeral Home, 1870 Cabanose Avenue, Lutcher, on Tuesday from 10 a.m. until services at noon at the funeral home. Burial at St. Joseph's Mausoleum, Paulina. She is survived by her children Joseph Lucia, Jr, Patricia L. Austin and husband Michael, Ellis Lucia and wife Bevil Knapp; brother Jamsel Vedros; and special friend, Earline Bergeron. She was lovingly called "Mammy" by her eight grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband of 60 years, Joseph Lucia, Sr.; parents, Ellis and Laura Vedros; brother, Percy Vedros; sisters, Ione Bourgeois, Doris Bernard, Anna Lee Martin; and great- grandson Zachary Hoover. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to St. John Parish Animal Shelter, 124 Water Plant Rd., LaPlace, LA 70068. Times Picayune 04/14/2008 **************************************** 000545 Lumar - Ozealia"Fatt"Lumar entered eternal rest Wednesday, April 9, 2008 in Houston, TX. Age 32. Beloved daughter of Betty Lumar and Ozeal Snyder. Mother of Shontrell, Ashante', Rochon, Kendrick, Byron and Maurice. Sister of Norris, Corliss, Michelle, Gilda, Jerrilynn andZaval. Devoted companion of John St. Charles. Also survived by a host of aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews other relatives and friends. Funeral Service will be held Friday, April 18, 2008 at Greater St. Stephen F.G.B.C., 2100 ames Blvd., Marrero, La. at 11:00 a.m. Visitation 10:00 a.m. Interment: Rest Lawn Cemetery, Avondale, La. Funeral arrangements entrusted to Majestic Mortuary, (504) 523-5872. Times Picayune 04/17/2008. **************************************** 000546 Lutz - Fay Lange Lutz an awesome Woman of God, Wife, Mother and Grandmother. Awe inspiring friend and most importantly Child of God was called home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, March 26, 2008 at the age of 67. Fay dedicated her life to Jesus Christ and the joy of the Lord shown in all that she did. Whomever she came across, she showed an abundance of love and made a lasting impression. Her generosity and love for her family and friends was never ending. Born on October 6, 1940, Fay was an only child, beloved daughter of the late August and Mildred Weigand Lange. She was born and raised in New Orleans, LA, and attended B.M. Paulmer Elementary School, C.J. Colton, F.T. Nicholls High School and attended 2 years of College at LSUNO. Fay was a homemaker; she left behind her husband of 45 years Donald Adam Lutz whom together owned Lutz Welding Service and Aluminum Pipe Hooks, Inc. Together they had 5 children: Kerry Lutz Burrows (Mark) Keith Lutz (Gina) Kraig Lutz (intended Wife Whitney Butler Moore) Kristy Lutz Johnson (Kevin) and Kippy Lutz DiGerolamo (Anthony); also had 12 grandchildren: Kaylin Burrows, Jacey, Joel, Jude, Jacob, Jayden, Evan and Joshua Lutz, Kelsey, Kamryn and Kloe Johnson, Bella DiGerolamo and 2 intended grandchildren: Ethan and Elliot Moore. Survived by her only living Aunt, Ethel Weigand Hobbs along with a host of relatives, godchildren, special friends and Saints. Family and friends are invited to attend a celebration of her life at Victory Fellowship Church, 5708 Airline Dr., Metairie, LA on Saturday, April 5, 2008. Visitation from 12:00 noon - 2:00 p.m. Service begins at 2:00 p.m. Interment will follow at Lake Lawn Metairie Mausoleum. Flowers and or donations to Victory Fellowship Church in honor of Fay Lutz are preferred. To view and sign the guest book visit www.lakelawnmetairie.com. Times Picayune 04/3/2008. **************************************** 000547 Lynch - Kenneth Patrick Lynch passed away on Sunday, March 30, 2008. Loving son of Audrey McKellar. Brother of Michael Sean Lynch and Kathleen Lynch Campbell. Uncle of James Campbell, Shanon Campbell, Andrea Lynch Miller and Andres Michael Lynch. Age 56 years. A native and life-long resident of New Orleans. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the Funeral. A Memorial Mass will be held at SCHOEN FUNERAL HOME, 3827 Canal Street, New Orleans, LA, on Saturday, April 4, 2008 at 11:00 am. Friends and relatives may visit from 9:00 am until service time. Interment will be private. To sign online guest book, you may visit www.Legacy.com. Times Picayune 04/4/2008. **************************************** 000548 Mabey - Dr. Joseph Ford Mabey, a retired physician and longtime New Orleans resident, passed away peacefully with his family by his side on Friday, April 4th, 2008. He was 88 years old. Dr. Mabey was born on June 11, 1919 in Centerville, Utah to Orson Henry Mabey and Esther Marie Ford. He was educated at the University of Utah and later at Temple University's School of Medicine, where he completed medical school in just three years so that he could serve his country during World War II. Dr. Mabey enlisted in the Army and served in the trauma center at the 61st General Hospital outside of Oxford, England. Following the war, he moved to New Orleans and became one of Alton Ochsner's first surgical residents. He completed his residency in 1950. Following his training, he moved to Jackson, Mississippi and joined the staff at Baptist Hospital. In 1951, he married Frances Hammond Gordon. They soon moved to Malad, Idaho where he joined his father serving as the town's family practitioner. There they had three children-Melanie, Monique and Joe. Dr. Mabey continued as the town physician for the next 16 years. In 1967, Dr. Mabey returned to New Orleans and to Ochsner Foundation Clinic after being recruited by Dr. Merrill Hines. Over the next 20 years, he ran Ochsner's Emergency Room and was a great innovator in treating patients in the burn unit. He established Ochsner's occupational medicine program and later began clinics at Union Carbide, Waterford and Avondale. In 1988, he retired from Ochsner and became Avondale's on-site physician in the Medical Department. He remained in that role until he retired from medicine at the age of 82. Dr. Mabey devoted his life to medicine. Even after he retired, he continued to have an avid interest in medical advances and in the quest for what "remains to be discovered". His favorite charities included: M.D. Anderson, where he was named to the Century Club; Stanford Hospital; and Ochsner, for which he was honored in May 2007 with the title of Doctor of Philanthropy for his contributions. He was a humble philanthropist, an avid reader with a wide variety of interests, and a food connoisseur. He held a true love for the City of New Orleans-for the culture, the food, and the wellbeing of its residents. Dr. Mabey will forever be remembered for his generosity and kind spirit. He had tremendous character and touched the lives of everyone he encountered. He is survived by a brother, Rex Garn Mabey, MD of Saint George, Utah; his daughter, Monique Ford Mabey, MD of San Francisco, CA: his son, Joseph Ford Mabey, Jr. and his daughter-in-law, Beth Ludlum Mabey of New Orleans, LA; and granddaughter, Courtney Hammond Pieczynski of Washington, D.C. He was predeceased by his wife, Frances Gordon Mabey; sister, Jean Mabey Barker; brother, Orson Henry Mabey Jr., MD; and daughter, Melanie Hammond Mabey. Dr. Mabey was laid to rest in Anniston, Alabama at a private service with family and friends. Contributions in the memory of Dr. Joseph Ford Mabey are greatly appreciated and may be sent to Ochsner Clinic Foundation, Philanthropy Department, 1514 Jefferson Highway, Brent House, Suite 240, New Orleans, LA 70121. To sign and view the Family Guestbook, please visit www.lakelawnmetairie.com. Times Picayune 04/13/2008. **************************************** 000549 Maddox - Brenda Maddox, age 65, of Orange Beach and formerly of New Orleans, LA passed away April 7, 2008 at home. Brenda was a officer manager at Zeke's Marina. She is survived by her seven sisters, Marjorie Wheeler of Cleveland, TN, Betty Nichols of Montgomery, Sarah Shaw of Rockford, Jane Harris of Kellyton, Bobbie Maddox of Orange Beach, Carol Perry of Orange Beach and Judy Goff of Leeds; 2 brothers, Charles Maddox of Auburn and Walter Maddox of Dadeville. A private Memorial Service for Ms. Brenda Maddox was held in New Orleans. Cremation arrangements handled by Cason Funeral Service, in Foley, AL. Times Picayune 04/17/2008. **************************************** 000550 Magee - M L Magee passed away at his home on Friday, April 11, 2008 at the age of 80 from lung cancer. Magee was born in Tylertown, MS and was a resident of New Orleans, LA for the past 54 years. Magee was a Longshoreman for 25 years. He was a member of the Local 3000 Union. He is survived by his beloved of 60 years, Ernestine Ball Magee; 4 children: Miles Magee (Carolyn) of Slidell, LA, Alvin Wayne Magee, Sr. (Deborah) of New Orleans, LA, Ruby Robinson (James) of Tylertown, MS and Jacqueline Mays (George) of Shreveport, LA; 2 brothers, 3 sisters, 6 grandchildren, 7 great-grandchildren, a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Employees of CSX Railroad, Country Day School and Community, South Louisiana Veterans Healthcare Service, Capitol One, Retirees of Local 3000 Union and Serenity Hospice Services are invited to attend Funeral Services at Law Street Missionary Baptist Church, 3132 Law Street. Viewing will be from 9:00 until 10:00 a.m. Funeral Services will begin at 10:00 a.m. Burial will be private at Ball Cemetery, Tylertown, MS. Washington Funeral Home, Tylertown, MS in charge of arrangements. Times Picayune 04/18/2008. **************************************** 000551 Magers - Luther Verlin Magers, 84, of Diamondhead passed away on Tuesday, April 1, 2008 in Diamondhead, MS. He was a member of St. Williams Catholic Church in Delisle, MS. He was a past member of the Diamondhead Mens Golf Association. Luther was a retired officer of the U.S. Air Force after 24 years and Federal Pacific Electric. He is preceded in death by his wife, Joyce Magers, and his daughter, Terylee Graves. He is survived by his son, Steve Magers and his wife, Victoria of Diamondhead, MS, his brother, Joe Magers of Houston, TX, his sister, Margaret Tate of Florida, and 3 grandchildren, Gus Graves, Margaret Magers, and Evan Magers. The visitation will be on Friday, April 4, 2008 from 10:30 am until 12:00 noon at Edmond Fahey Funeral Home in Bay St. Louis, MS with a Prayer Service at noon. Interment will be at 2:30 pm at Biloxi National Cemetery in Biloxi, MS. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to the Catholic Church of Delisle building fund, 25220 St. Stephens Rd., Pass Christian, MS 39571. Edmond Fahey Funeral Home in Bay St. Louis, MS is in charge of the arrangements. Times Picayune 04/3/2008. **************************************** 000552 Maggiore - Rita Mae Fourroux Maggiore September 28, 1922 - April 14, 2008 Rita Mae Fourroux Maggiore passed away on April 14, 2008. Age 85, a native and lifelong resident of Kenner Louisiana. Rita resided in Texas since Hurricane Katrina. Beloved wife of former Mayor of Kenner, Joseph S. Maggiore, Sr. Mother of the late Joseph S. Maggiore, Jr (wife, Dottie), John N. Maggiore (wife, Maureen), Raymond A. Maggiore (wife, Debbie), Michael C. Maggiore (wife, Denise) and daughter, Paula M. Maggiore. She is preceded in death by her parents Paul and Julia Fourroux and 13 siblings. Grandmother of Kara, Meghan, Kaymen and Tessa Maggiore and Kelly and Kasi Savoie. Mrs. Maggiore was a long time parishioner of Nativity of Our Lord Church in Kenner and a charter member of the University Park Lioness Auxillary and Lions Club. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend a Funeral Mass at Kenner Funeral Home of L.A. Muhleisen and Son, 2607 Williams Blvd., on Friday, April 18, 2008 at 11:00am. Visitation on Thursday from 6pm until 9pm and on Friday from 9am until time of service. Interment in Garden of Memories Cemetery. Times Picayune 04/16/2008 **************************************** 000553 Manuel - Learn "Leon" Daniel Manuel, Jr. on Friday March 28 2008 at 5:00am. Son of Darlene Ann Bridgewater Manuel and Learn "Big Leon" Daniel Manuel, Sr. Beloved companion of Ashley Nicole Sparks. Father of Nasiya McCloud, Larayl and Laryon Manuel. Brother of Ariel Manuel, Cedric Helton Jr., Alexandrya Powell, Suzzanne Wilson and Bianca Walker. Grandson of Regina Jefferson, Leo and Charlotte Garrison and the late Rossetta and Andrew Manuel. Nephew of Dejoyce Bridgewater, Mary Turner and Lloyd Jefferson. Special cousin of Tyrone Hayes. Also survived by 1 stepsister, 3 stepbrothers and a host of aunts, uncles, other relatives and friends. Relatives and friends of the family, also pastors, officers and members of Rock Of Ages B.C. and all neighboring churches. Employees of Walmart, Rousse, J. C. Penney, John Ehret High School, Herzing College, Kenner, La. Are invited to attend the Funeral Service from Rock of Ages B.C. 6533 Acre Rd. Marrero, La. on Monday April 7, 2008 at 10:00 A.M. Rev. Gilbert Barnes- Host Pastor and Terry Gulliage - Officiating ( No Wake ) Visitation From 8:30 A.M. Until Service Time Interment: Restlawn Cemetery, Avondale, La. Arrangements By Davis Mortuary Service 230 Monroe St. Gretna, La. Times Picayune 04/6/2008. **************************************** 000554 Marange - On Friday, April. 25, 2008, the gates of heaven opened to welcome Ophelia Ann "Pet" Marange home. Age 69 years, she was a native and lifelong resident of Mandeville, LA. Beloved sister of Blanche Marange Schlenker; mother of Debra Ann Taylor, Heintz Michael Taylor, Jr. and Augusta Marie Taylor; grandmother of Stacy Kilborn Jeffress, Sarah Elizabeth Taylor and Brandon Kyle Bennett; great- grandmother to LilyAnne Grace Jeffress. She is also survived by many nieces, nephews and friends. She was preceded in death by her husband, Heintz Michael Taylor, Sr.; a sister, Maxine Marange Martinez; her mother, Gussie Quave Marange; and her father, Ludovic Marange. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the funeral services on Tuesday, April 29, 2008 at 11:00 AM from the Chapel at E.J. Fielding Funeral Home Inc., 2260 W. 21st. Ave., Covington, LA 70433. Visitation will be on Monday, April 28, 2008 from 6:00 to 9:00 PM and on Tuesday, April 29, 2008 from 9:00 AM to service time. Interment will follow at a later date in Mandeville Cemetery. Sign Guest Book online at www.ejfieldingfh.com. Times Picayune 04/27/2008. **************************************** 000555 Marcombe - Doris Plaisance Marcombe passed away on Sunday, April 20, 2008. Beloved wife of Kirby J. Marcombe, Sr. for the past 73 years. Mother of Beverly ( Norman ) Babin, Kirby (Isabel), Charles (Margie), Gery (Brenda), Curtis, Walter and the late Earl Marcombe. Grandmother of 14 grandchildren, 24 great-grandchildren, and 6 great-great- grandchildren. Sister of Herbert "Toot" Plaisance, the late Inez Dufrene, Irene Frickey, Flossie Matherne, Sidney, Whitney, Sr., Edward, Euzeb, and Herman Plaisance. Daughter of Ernest Plaisance and Mathilda Molaison Plaisance. Age 92 years, a native of Gheens, LA and resident of Westwego, LA. Relatives and Friends of the Family are invited to attend a Funeral Service in the Chapel of MOTHE FUNERAL HOMES, 7040 Lapalco Blvd., Marrero, LA, on Friday, April 25, 2008 at 11 AM. Interment in Gates of Heaven Mausoleum, Westwego, LA. Visitation will be Thursday, April 24, 2008 from 6 PM until 10 PM and again Friday morning from 8 AM until Service time. For funeral information, call 366-4343. Times Picayune 04/23/2008. **************************************** 000556 Marks - Bettie L. Marks passed away, after a lengthy struggle with cancer, on Sunday, April 6, 2008. Age 73 years. Beloved wife of the late Justin "Pete" Marks. Loving mother of Gwen Block (husband Richard), Bettie Smith (husband Ronald Jr.) and Thomas Marks (wife Emily). Grandmother of Michael Denning, Jr., Andie Hammond and Ella Marks. Sister of Lawrence Menge. Relatives and friends, also employees of O.P.C.S.O. are invited to attend the Funeral Service at Greenwood Funeral Home Chapel, 5200 Canal Blvd., (formerly All Faiths Funeral Home) on Saturday, April 12, 2008 at 11:00 AM. Visitation will begin at 10:00 AM. Donations to American Cancer Society, 2605 River Rd., New Orleans, LA 70121 preferred. To view or sign the Family Guestbook please visit www.greenwoodfuneralhome.net Times Picayune 04/11/2008 **************************************** 000557 Marlin - Michael James Marlin died Saturday, April 12, 2008 in Miami, FL. Mr. Marlin was 36 years old. He was born in Jackson, MS but was raised in New Orleans, LA. Michael is survived by his parents: Mr. and Mrs. Seth Cowart Sr.; his siblings: Tamika and Seth Cowart Jr.; and his children: Arianne Garrett, Paris Scott and Mikeo Marlin. He was also loved by a multitude of family and friends. A Memorial Service will be held at the Epiphany Baptist Church. Times Picayune 04/25/2008. **************************************** 000558 Marse - Anne Marie Rodrigue Marse passed away on Saturday March 29, 2008 at 10:38 a.m. Beloved wife of the late Gaston E. Marse. Mother of Warren J. and Alphonse J. Marse. Mother-in-law of Patricia and Eris Marse. Sister of the late Edmond, Peter, Lawrence, Edgar Jr. and Blanche Rodrigue and Edith Skaggs. Daughter of the late Aline Gravois and Edgar Rodrigue. Grandmother of Lauren Hernandez, Jennifer Luquette, Stephanie DesForges and René Elizabeth Marse and Dr. Andre Marse. Great-grandmother of Patrick Beatty, Lindsey and Ross Luquette, and Sophie Anne DesForges. Also survived by nieces, nephews and other family members. Mrs. Marse was retired from the Pontchartrain Hotel after over 20 years of service. Aged 94 years, a native of Vacherie, La., former resident of New Orleans, La. and a resident of Metairie, La. for the past 15 years. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the Funeral Mass from Leitz-Eagan Funeral Home Chapel 4747 Veterans Blvd. Metairie , La. on Wednesday April 2, 2008 at 1:00 p.m. Interment in St. Patrick Cemetery #3. Friends may visit from 11:00 a.m. until time of services. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Catholic Charities 5050 West Esplanade Ave. Metairie, La. 70006. On line guest book available at www.legacy.com. Times Picayune 04/1/2008 **************************************** 000559 Marshall - Daniel E. Marshall passed away on Friday, April 18, 2008 at the age of 96. Beloved husband of Ollie B. Marshall. Step-father of Jimmy A. Bordelon. Step-father-in- law of the late Lydia Bozonier Bordelon. Grandfather of Pamela B. Crosby, Justin J. Bordelon, Kim B. Patron and Darlene M. Tassin. Also survived by seven great- grandchildren. Mr. Marshall was a retired seaman with the ESSO Oil 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 Wednesday, April 23, 2008 at 12:00 noon with visitation beginning at 10:00 AM. Interment will follow in The Garden of Memories_Cemetery. To sign and view the Family Guestbook, please visit www.lakelawnmetairie.com. Times Picayune 04/21/2008. **************************************** 000560 Marshall - John J. Marshall, Jr., age 90, passed away peacefully on Saturday, April 5, 2008. Husband of 67 years to the late Angelina A. Marshall and his faithful companion, his dog Fritz. Survived by his son, John J. Marshall, III and his wife Daleen; daughter Roslyn M. Schneider and her husband James; four grandchildren and four great- grandchildren. He was a graduate of Warren Easton High School and a member of the 1936 undefeated and untied Football Prep Champions, one of his happiest memories. Before retiring, he owned and operated Marshall Electric until he went to work for many years as the Chief Electrical Inspector for the City of New Orleans. Private services were held at LAKE LAWN METAIRIE FUNERAL HOME with interment in Metairie Cemetery. To sign and view the Family Guestbook, please visit www.lakelawnmetairie.com Times Picayune 04/9/2008. **************************************** 000561 Martin - Antoine Thaddeus Martin on Saturday, April 19, 2008. Beloved son of Charles Martin, Sr. and Eleria Thompson Martin. Stepson of Augusta Alfred, Jr. and Kimberly Edwards. Brother of Danielle Branch, Patricia, Ireal, Charles, Jr. and Tre' Martin. Grandson of Earline Martin and Lloyd Thompson, the late Charles Johnson and Patricia Thompson. Also survived by a host of aunts, uncles, other relatives and friends. Age 18. Relatives and friends, Pastors, officers and members of Daily Walking with Christ Jesus Church, all neighboring churches, Joseph S. Clark H.S., employees of Clearwater Pool and patrons of Vieux Carre Bar and Lounge are invited to attend the Funeral Services at St. James Methodist Church, 1925 Ursulines St., on Wednesday, April 30, 2008 for 10AM. Rev. Gary Benson, Sr. officiating. Church Visitation Wednesday 9AM until Service time. Entombment with ascending doves at St. Louis Cemetery III. Professional Services Entrusted To Littlejohn Funeral Home 2163 Aubry St. Cal K. Johnson, Manager/Funeral Director Info: 940-0045 www.littlejohnfuneralhome.com Times Picayune 04/29/2008. **************************************** 000562 Martin - Antoine Thaddeus Martin on Saturday, April 19, 2008. Beloved son of Charles Martin, Sr. and Eleria Thompson Martin. Stepson of Augusta Alfred, Jr. and Kimberly Edwards. Brother of Danielle Branch, Patricia, Ireal, Charles, Jr. and Tre' Martin. Grandson of Earline Martin and Lloyd Thompson, the late Charles Johnson and Patricia Thompson. Great-grandson of Eloris Blackwell. Also survived by a host of aunts, uncles, other relatives and friends. Age 18. Relatives and friends, Pastors, officers and members of Daily Walking with Christ Jesus Church, all neighboring churches, Joseph S. Clark H.S., employees of Clearwater Pool and patrons of Vieux Carre Bar and Lounge are invited to attend the Funeral Services at St. James Methodist Church, 1925 Ursulines St., on Wednesday, April 30, 2008 for 10:00 AM. Rev. Gary Benson, Sr. officiating. Church visitation Wednesday 9:00 AM until service time. Entombment with ascending doves at St. Louis Cemetery III. Repast will be held at Kimble's Derbigny Place, 917 Derbigny St. Professional Services Entrusted To Littlejohn Funeral Home 2163 Aubry St. Cal K. Johnson, Manager/Funeral Director Info: 940-0045 www.littlejohnfuneralhome.com Times Picayune 04/30/2008. **************************************** 000563 Martin - Elizabeth Guillie Martin passed away at Canon Hospice in Jefferson, LA on Wednesday, April 2, 2008. Beloved wife of the late Louis "Sonny" Martin, Jr. Loving mother of Evelyn Martin Hebert Pizani, (husband, Malvin); Mildred Martin Despaux, (late husband, Lionel) and the late George Louis Martin. Stepmother of Rosemary Basse and mother-in law of Lois Boudreaux. Daughter of the late Louis Guillie and Sophie Starlz Guillie. Sister of Emelda Guillie Moody. Mrs. Martin was preceded in death by three sisters and four brothers. Grandmother of Lauren Summerville, Patricia Despaux, Huey Pizani, Kerry Despaux and the late Avery Martin. Also survived by ten great-grandchildren, fourteen great-great-grandchildren and many other loving relatives and friends. Age 95 years. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the Funeral Mass from St. Anthony Catholic Church, Lafitte, LA on Monday, April 7, 2008 at 12:00 PM. Interment will follow in St. Pius X Cemetery in Crown Point, LA. Visitation will be held at St. Anthony on Monday from 9:00 AM until funeral time. Arrangements being handled by WESTSIDE/LEITZ-EAGAN FUNERAL HOME,, 5101 Westbank Expressway, Marrero, LA. For information, call 341-9421. Times Picayune 04/6/2008. **************************************** 000564 Martin - Elmire 'Tookie' Gaffney Martin born July 18, 1952 in New Orleans, died peacefully in her home April 21, 2008 at the age of 55. She is survived by her husband Jay Martin Sr. and her two children Jay Martin Jr. (Stacy) and Patti Lorino (Jason). She is also survived by her three grandchildren Victoria Lorino, Maggie Martin, and Alexander Martin. Mass will be April 23, 2008 at 11:00 a.m. at St. Peters Catholic Church, 129 E. 19th St. Covington, LA. 70433. In lieu of flowers please send donations to Children's Hospital. 504-896-9375 Times Picayune 04/23/2008. **************************************** 000565 Martin - Lucille Flaune Martin, of Slidell, LA, passed away on Saturday, April 12, 2008, at Slidell Memorial Hospital. Beloved mother of Tom P. Martin, Anthony A. Martin, Heidi Martin Berthelot and the late Roger J. Martin, Sr. Daughter of the late Augustine G. Flaune and Hilda Fontenot Flaune. Sister of the late Ralph J. Flaune. Grandmother of Roger J. Martin, Jr., Jason A. Martin, Carolyn Martin, Christine Martin, Kathryn E. Martin, Brian M. Berthelot, Rebecca A. Martin, Christopher E. Martin, Eric D. Martin and Lilly C. Martin and 7 great grandchildren. Age 85 years; a native of New Orleans and a resident of Slidell since 1989. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the visitation at HONAKER FUNERAL HOME, 1751 Gause Blvd. West, Slidell, LA on Tuesday, April 15, 2008 from 6:00pm until 8:00pm and Wednesday morning at St. Margaret Mary Catholic Church, 1050 Robert Blvd., Slidell, LA from 11:30am until 1:30pm. A funeral mass will follow at 1:30pm. Interment will be in FOREST LAWN CEMETERY. Arrangements by Honaker Funeral Home, Inc., Slidell, LA. Times Picayune 04/14/2008 **************************************** 000566 Martin - Ruby Dominick Martin of Marrero, LA went to her eternal rest on Monday, April 28, 2008 at the age of 81. Beloved wife of Ray J. Martin, Sr. after 61 years of marriage. Mother of Ronald (Ronnie) A. Martin, Sr. and the late Ray Martin, Jr. Mother-in-law of Angelle G. Martin and Jaynell Martin. Daughter of the late Anthony and Melanie Dominick. Sister of Vorace Dominick, Lucy D. Gautreaux, Esther D. Blanchard, and the late Ernest Dominick. Grandmother of Amy M. Levet, Nicole M. Disotell, Ronald (Rocky) A. Martin, Jr., Craig Levet, Sr., Gordon Disotell, Jr. April Sapia, Jennifer Schouest, Glenn Martin, and Shannon Martin. Great-grandmother of Craig Levet, Jr. Chloe' and Hannah Disotell, Samantha and the late Robbie Schouest, Glenn and Ashton Martin, and Katelyn and Kody. Mrs. Martin was a parishioner of Immaculate Conception Parish for 62 years. Relatives and friends of the family, also members of the St. Vincent de Paul Society, employees of the Marrero Postal Service, H & R Block, Tulane University, Ellender Middle School, ICI Paints, members of John Ehret wrestling, and members of the Westwego Democratic and Civic Ladies Club are invited to attend a Funeral Mass at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, Marrero, LA on Thursday, May 1, 2008 at 1:30 PM. Visitation will be at MOTHE FUNERAL HOME, 7040 Lapalco Blvd., Marrero, LA on Wednesday evening from 6:00 PM until 10:00 PM and Thursday morning from 8:00 AM until 1:00 PM. Interment will be in Westlawn Memorial Park Cemetery, Gretna, LA. Information: 366-4343. Times Picayune 04/30/2008. **************************************** 000567 Martin - Shirley Norwood Martin entered into eternal rest on Monday, March 31, 2008. Devoted wife of the late Matthew Martin. Beloved mother of, Michael, Gregory, Matthew, Stacey, Jennifer Gaines, and Jayda. Sister of Edna McCormick, Verleen Thomas and Elnora James. She is also survived by 17 grandchildren, 4 great grandchildren and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Relatives and friends of the family, also Pastors, Officers, and Members of Franklin Ave. Baptist Church and employees and staff of Heart and Hospice are invited to attend the Funeral Services at 10:00am on Friday, April 4, 2008 at. Zion Hill M.B.C., 1126 N. Robertson St. Rev. Fred Luter, Jr. Officiating. Visitation will be from 9:00am until 10:00am. Interment: Mt. Olivet Cemetery. Arrangements by Rhodes Funeral Home, 1020 Virgil St. Times Picayune 04/3/2008. **************************************** 000568 Martinez - Anita Klopf Martinez, age 90 years, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, April 15, 2008 at her home in Covington, LA. She was a resident of New Orleans, LA for 88 years. Anita was the beloved wife of the late Andrea Francis Martinez, Sr., and loving mother of Andrea "Ray" Martinez, Jr. and Dianne Duet both of Covington. She is also survived and fondly remembered by her grandchildren: David Duet, Dale Duet, Rodney Martinez, Rhonda Kirth, Darryl Duet, and Dana Duet-Champagne, along with 9 great grandchildren. Her sisters and brothers include the late John Klopf, the late Rosemary Retif, the late Eva Mumme, Lenora Frey, the late Charles Klopf, Dottie Kozlovic, Margaret Frazier, and Robert Klopf. Special thanks and appreciation to her wonderful caretakers for whom we are forever grateful! Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend Funeral Services at Jacob Schoen and Son Funeral Home, 3827 Canal St, New Orleans, LA on Saturday, April 19, 2008. Visitation will be held from 10:00 AM until 12:00 noon with a Mass at 12:00 noon in the Chapel, followed by burial at Greenwood Cemetery. An online memorial and guest register is available at www.MeM.com. Times Picayune 04/18/2008 **************************************** 000569 Marziale - Patricia Kennedy Marziale passed away on Saturday, March 12, 2008. She was 66. She was the beloved wife of the late Joseph Marziale and daughter of the late Thomas and Marion Kennedy. She was the sister of Maureen K. Giordano, Joan K. Orfanello, Dr. Thomas J. Kennedy, Michael G. Kennedy, and the late Gerald R. Kennedy. She was the sister-in-law of Natividad F. Kennedy, Vincent J. Giordano, Jake S. Orfanello, and Mary D. Kennedy. She is also survived by numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends. A Funeral Mass will be held on Wednesday, April 16, 2008 at 11:00 AM at Schoen Funeral Home, 3827 Canal Street at N. Scott. Visitation will begin at 9:00 AM. Interment will be at Lakelawn Park Mausoleum. An online memorial and guestbook is available at www.MeM.com. Times Picayune 04/15/2008. **************************************** 000570 Mason - Denise Caruso Mason on Sunday, April 20, 2008 at 4:00 PM. Age 38 years. Beloved mother of Jordan Caruso and Tyler Mason. Daughter of Carolyn "Sue" Borne Caruso and the late Louis C. Caruso. Sister of Cyndee Caruso DiMaggio and Lori S. Caruso. Aunt of Brett and Brandyn Pritchard and Bryce Orduna. Granddaughter of Sue Borne. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Funeral Services at ST. BERNARD MEMORIAL FUNERAL HOME, 701 West Virtue Street, Chalmette, LA 70043, on Saturday, April 26, 2008 at 1:30 PM. Interment will follow in St. Bernard Memorial Gardens. Visitation from 9:30 AM until Service time on Saturday. Times Picayune 04/25/2008. **************************************** 000571 Matherne - Doris Legendre Matherne, age 82 years, a native of Raceland, LA and a resident of Loranger, LA passed away on Thursday, April 10, 2008. Preceded in death by her husband, Whitney Matherne; father, Leonce Legendre, Sr.; mother, Bernadette Chauvin Legendre; brother, Ray Legendre; twin sister, Dorothy Legendre Doucet; sister, Grace Legendre; grandson, Justin Arceneaux; sons-in-law, O.J. Arceneaux and Pete Phillip; and great-grandson, Austin Little. Survived by children: Sandra Truxillo (husband Joe), Diana Matherne Arceneaux Phillip, Ernest A. Matherne Sr. (wife Sally), Dickey N. Matherne (wife Carolyn); brother, Leonce Legendre Jr.; sisters: Hilda Legendre Chaisson and Lois Legendre Larousse; and sister-in-law, Vesta Arabie. Also survived by 14 grandchildren and 17 great- grandchildren. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the Funeral Mass from Holy Guardian Angel Catholic Church, Bridge City, LA on Monday, April 14, 2008 at 11:30AM. Interment to follow funeral services at Holy Savior Cemetery in Lockport, LA. Visitation will be held on Monday from 9:30AM until funeral time at the church. WESTSIDE/LEITZ-EAGAN FUNERAL HOME, 5101 Westbank Expressway, Marrero, LA is Handling arrangements. Please visit the online obituary and guestbook at www.mem.com. For information, call 341-9421. Times Picayune 04/13/2008. **************************************** 000572 Matherne - Thomas G. Matherne, Sr., a retiree of Freeport Mc Moran of 32 years, native of Isle Prince Noir, and resident of Port Sulphur , LA for 56 years, passed away on Sunday, April 6, 2008. He was 80 years young. Beloved husband of the late Anastasia (Blondie) Bergeron Matherne. Father of Nadine Turlich, Charleen Foulk, Annabelle Bartholomew, Debra Sylve, Thomas G. Matherne, Jr., Beverly Squarsich, Sheila Matherne, Lisa Gibson, Sylvania (Tina) Martinez, and Leona Squarsich. Brother of Laddie Matherne, the late Warren, Lawrence, Andrew, Thelma, Eunice Matherne, Jeanne Badeaux, Razie Marlbrough, and Margaret Savitts. He was preceded in death by his parents Mary Dufrene Matherne and Joseph Matherne. He will be sadly missed by his 30 grandchildren, 37 great-grand-children, and a host of nieces and nephews. He was a commercial fisherman. 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, April 11, 2008 at 1:00 PM. Interment Westlawn Memorial Park Cemetery, Gretna, LA. Visitation will be Friday morning from 9:00 AM until 1:00 PM. For funeral information, please call 366-4343. In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to St. Patrick's Church, 28698 Hwy 23, Port Sulphur, LA 70083. Times Picayune 04/10/2008. **************************************** 000573 Matherne - Yvonne Pitre Matherne passed away Thursday, April 17, 2008. Beloved wife of the late Ivey Matherne. Mother of Linda (Willard) Westmoreland, Geraldine (Daniel) Tilley, Troy (Fran) and Robert (Judy) Matherne. Daughter of the late Henry and Oceane Hebert. Sister of Dazeria Matherne, Theresa Rink, and the late Moise, Ernest, Oniel, and Paul Pitre. Also survived by 9 grandchildren, 8 great-grandchildren, and 1 great-great-grandchild. Age 79 years, a native of Thibodaux, 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 HOMES, 2100 Westbank Expressway, Harvey, LA on Saturday, April 19, 2008 at 11:00 AM. Interment Westlawn Memorial Park Cemetery, Gretna, LA. Parlors will be open Friday evening from 6:30 until 10:00 PM and Saturday morning from 8:00 AM until service time. For funeral information, please call 366-4343. Times Picayune 04/18/2008. **************************************** 000574 Matthews - Debra Theresa Maurice-Matthews departed this life on Friday, March 21, 2008 at the age of 52. Wife of B.G. Matthews. Daughter of Joyce J. Maurice and the late Whitney J. Maurice. Mother of Corey J. Maurice, Ayana M. Turner and Corey J. Sanders(grandson). Sister of Cherylyn M. Hall, Stephanie P. Maurice and the late Valencia M. Goodman. Niece of Wilbert and Vera Blandin, Gloria Jones, Melva Wilson and Elizabeth Smith. She is also survived by 5 grandchildren and a host of nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. Relatives and friends of the family, also Priest and Parishioners of St. David's Catholic Church are invited to attend a Mass of Christian Burial at St. David's Catholic Church, 5617 St. Claude Ave., on Friday, April 4, 2008 at 10:00am. Visitation will be from 8:00am until 10:00am. Father Joseph Champion officiating. Interment: Mt. Olivet Cemetery. Arrangements by Rhodes Funeral Home, 7411 Chef Hwy. Times Picayune 04/3/2008. **************************************** 000575 Mauthe - Catherine Meyer Mauthe passed away at her home in Folsom, LA on Tuesday, April 1, 2008. She was born April 9, 1908 in New Orleans to the late Anna Mayer and Nicholas Meyer. She and her husband of nearly 50 years worked a dairy farm in New Orleans until opening a grocery in 1939. In 1957 they moved their children and business to Folsom, LA. The beloved wife of the late Henry F. Mauthe, Sr., she is survived by one daughter, Annabelle M. Labatut; one son, Henry F., Jr.; four grandchildren: Randy Mauthe, Cindy H. Hebert, Kathy Mauthe, Kenny Mauthe; 13 great- grandchildren and 17 great-great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her brother, Jacob A. Meyer. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the Funeral Mass on Thursday, April 3, 2008 at 12:00 Noon from St. John the Baptist Catholic Church, 11345 St. John's Church Rd., Folsom, LA 70437. Visiting hours will begin at the Church at 10:00 AM. Interment will follow Mass at Garden of the Pines Cemetery in Covington. E.J. Fielding Funeral Home of Covington has been entrusted with arrangements. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Hospice of St. Tammany, 1202 So. Tyler St., Covington, LA 70433. Sign the family Guest Book online at www.ejfieldingfh.com. Times Picayune 04/3/2008. **************************************** 000576 Maxwell - Glenn E. Maxwell, Sr. of Luling, LA, passed away at River Region Hospice on April 1, 2008 at the age of 76. He leaves behind his loving wife, Mary Ann Schiro and was father to Paula Hanna, Marcie Lemoine, Glenn Maxwell, Jr., Jeff Maxwell, Rebecca Ancira, Michelle Schaubhut, Patrick Trull, Krista Trull, Ronnie Bordelon, Gwen Guidry, Valerie Ockman and Natalie Naquin. He had 19 grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren. He was brother to Mary Elizabeth Fryer of Memphis, Phillip Maxwell of Gretna, Barbara Brown of Los Angeles and the late Owen Maxwell of Covington, TN. He was former owner of "Maxwell's Shoes" & "Gems for Feet". Relatives and friends are invited to First Baptist Church of Luling, 921 Paul Maillard Rd. on Saturday, April 5. Visitation at 9 am, service at 11am. In lieu of flowers, contributions to the American Lung Association are appreciated. Times Picayune 04/4/2008. **************************************** 000577 Mayeaux - Susan Ann Mayeaux, of Lacombe, LA on Tuesday, April 15, 2008. Beloved Wife of Albert. Mother of Andrea Ali, Charles Chapman, Michael Mata and David Mata. Sister of Kathleen Rainey, Glenn Mayeaux and Gerald Mayeaux. Also survived by 6 grandchildren, Jacob Chapman, Raychelle Chapman, Yasmin Ali, Ameera Rose Ali, Preston Mata and Bailey Grace Mata. 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, April 19, 2008 at 11:00 A.M. Visitation on Saturday morning after 9:00 A.M. until funeral time. Arrangements by Honaker Funeral Home, Inc., Slidell, LA. Times Picayune 04/18/2008. **************************************** 000578 Mayeux - Elson Paul Mayeux, age 89, passed away on Easter Sunday, March 23, 2008 at Spanish Cove Retirement Village in Yukon, Oklahoma. Elson was born April 16, 1918 in Marksville, Louisiana to the late Sam Mayeux and Kathryn Novo Mayeux. Elson was married to Annabelle Rachal on June 11, 1944. they would have been married sixty-four years this June. Elson served with distinction in the 65th Infantry Division in Austria during WWII. He was employed at Tinker Air Force Base in Oklahoma City, OK for 33 years in the Manufacture and Repair Division, retiring in 1976, with a high classification of WS-3806-14. After retirement, Elson and Annabelle moved to Harahan, LA, where they resided until 2005, when they were displaced by Hurricane Katrina. Elson was predeceased by his parents; sisters: Sybil and Wilma; and his brothers: Sidney, John and Mansel. Elson is survived by his wife, Annabelle Mayeux, son and daughter-in-law: Lee and Karen Moore; son and daughter-in-law: Richard Mayeux and Nancy Green; son and daughter-in-law: Elson Jr. "Jay" and Suzanne Mayeux; five grandchildren, four step-grandchildren; one great-grandchild, four step-great-grandchildren; sister, Kathryn Bishop of Baton Rouge, LA; sister, Madeline Lemoine of Alexandria, LA; and a host of loving nieces, nephews and cousins. Services were held at Arlington Memorial Gardens Chapel, Oklahoma City, OK at 4:00 p.m., Tuesday, March 25, 2008 under the direction of Baggerley Funeral Home, Edmond, OK Times Picayune 04/6/2008. **************************************** 000579 Mayeux - Lurry Paul Mayeux passed away on Friday, April 18, 2008. Beloved husband of Sadie Simmons Mayeux. Son of the late Leon and Eugenie Mayeux. Father of Paul, Mark, Roger, Linda and their spouses. Grandfather to 10 Grandchildren and a special little boy, Tino. Brother of Lita Mayeux and the late Bryan Mayeux, Lee Mayeux and Marjorie Lachney. Mr. Mayeux was a Superintendent for Jefferson Parish Sewage. He was a member of the Willowdale Country Club where he loved to golf after his retirement. He was also a member of Boutte Assembly of God. Age 72 years. A longtime resident of Covington, LA and currently a resident of Luling, LA. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend a Funeral Service at Boutte Assembly of God, Highway 90, Boutte, LA on Tuesday, April 22, 2008 at 12 Noon. Visitation at Boutte Assembly of God on Tuesday from 10AM until 12 Noon. Cremation will follow. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in his memory to Boutte Assembly of God. MOTHE FUNERAL HOME, 7040 Lapalco Blvd., Marrero, LA in charge of arrangements. Information: 504-366- 4343 Times Picayune 04/20/2008. **************************************** 000580 Mayfield - Reverend Effie Henry Mayfield, Sr., age 88, entered into eternal rest on Sunday, April 6, 2008. Beloved husband of fifty three yeast to the late Gertrude Smith Mayfield. Father of Effie Henry Mayfield, Jr. He is the son of the late Henry Mayfield and Irene Branch Mayfield. Survived by 3 grandchildren, 5 great- grandchildren, a host of nieces, nephews and brothers-in- law. He was a World War II Veteran and he retired from Illinois Central Raildroad. Prior to Hurricane Katrina, he was the Pastor of Mount Bethel Missinary Baptist Church. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Funeral Service at Christian Mission Baptist Church, 1477 North Robertson Street, New Orleans, LA 70116 on Saturday, April 12, 2008 at 10:00 a.m. Visitation will being at 9:00 a.m. Interment and Rite Service at Biloxi National 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 04/11/2008 **************************************** 000581 Mayfield - Troy Mayfield on Saturday, March 22, 2008. Services on Saturday, April 5, 2008 9:00am at Mt. Calvary Baptist Church, 6941 Sayers Dr., Marrero, LA 70072. Pastor Terry Gullage Sr. officiating. Family hour 8:00am. Interment Resthaven Cemetery. Services Entrusted To Louisiana Undertaking Company, Inc. 1449 N. Claiborne Avenue New Orleans, Louisiana 70116 (504) 945-2145 Jeffery K. Jenkins / Renard A. Boissiere Fatima B. Conner Directors Times Picayune 04/4/2008. **************************************** 000582 Mcdaniel - Louis "Tunt Tunt" McDaniel, Jr. on Monday, March 31, 2008. Beloved husband of the late Carol McDaniel. Son of the late Louis and Louise W. McDaniel, Sr. Loving father of Tarell (Travis Sr.) Darby, Rupert, Ronald, and Toya McDaniel, the late Tyrone and Tracy McDaniel. Brother of Joseph (Nancy) McDaniel, Sr., Melvin Taurus, Pamela Gaines, Debbie, and Leroy (Cynthia) McDaniel. Nephew of Ruth W. Honore and Frances Craft. Also survived by a host of other relatives and friends. A native of New Orleans and resident of Hot Springs, AR for 2 years due to Hurricane Katrina. Relatives and friends, Pastor, officers and members of Greater Liberty B.C., employees of Sewerage and Water Board and Holiday Inn Downtown Superdome are invited to attend the Funeral Services at Greater Liberty B.C., 1230 Desire St., on Saturday, April 5, 2008 for 9am. Dr. Rev. Calvin W. Woods, Jr. officiating. Church Visitation Saturday 8am until hour of service. Burial will be private. Professional Services Entrusted To Littlejohn Funeral Home 2163 Aubry St. Cal K. Johnson, Manager/Funeral Director Info: 940-0045 www.littlejohnfuneralhome.com Times Picayune 04/4/2008. **************************************** 000583 Mcdonnell - Lucille Melito McDonnell, an artist, passed peacefully on Monday, April 21, 2008 at 11:32 AM. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband Austin F. McDonnell, Jr. Sister of the late Pauline M. Schaivi, Annie M. Giordano, Antionette M. Puccio and Rosalie M. Lohburger. Also survived by nieces, nephews and cousins. Relatives, friends and members of the Metairie Art Guild, LePetit are invited to attend the Funeral Mass at LAKE LAWN METAIRIE FUNERAL HOME CHAPEL, 5100 Pontchartrain Blvd. (in Metairie Cemetery), on Thursday, April 24, 2008 at 12:00 PM. Interment will follow in the All Saints Mausoleum. Visitation on Thursday from 9:30AM until 12:00 PM. To sign and view the Family Guestbook, please visit www.lakelawnmetairie.com. Times Picayune 04/23/2008 **************************************** 000584 Mcdowell - Oleatha LaBranch McDowell, a native of New Orleans, LA, departed her earthly life on Saturday, April 12, 2008 at 7:20 a.m. at Canon Hospice at the age of 74. She was preceded in death by parents, Cyprian and Mary LaBranch, her husbands: Sylvester McDowell, Sr. and Henry Brinson, her grandson, Jonathan Hobbs Sr., five brothers: and three sisters. Sister Oleatha LaBranch McDowell memories will be cherished by her 2 sons: James Charles Hudson, Jr. (Jennifer) and Sylvester McDowell, Jr.; 1 stepdaughter, Barbara Brinson; 3 grand children: Derrick Hudson (Latoya), Christopher Hobbs of New Orleans, and Keyona Louis (Eric) of Spring, Texas; 8 great grandchildren: Wesley, Dominick and DaRyian Hudson, Eric, Jr. and Avianne Louis, Jonathon, Jr, Jordan and Christopher Hobbs, Jr.; 1 sister, Audrey Morris, and daughter-in-law, Patricia Londro. Also survived by four godchildren and a host of other relatives and friends. Relatives and friends of the family are invitved to attend the Funeral Service at Second Mount Calvary Baptist Church, 2828 Fourth Street, New Orleans, Louisiana on Saturday, April 19, 2008 at 10:00 am. Visitation will begin at 9:00 a.m. Interment: Mt. Olivet Cemetery. Arrangements by DW Rhodes Funeral Home, Gretna, Louisiana. Please visit www.rhodesfuneral.com to sign the guest book. Times Picayune 04/18/2008. **************************************** 000585 Mcentee - Jean Jennings McEntee passed away on Sunday, March 30, 2008. Grandmother of Kevin, Brian and Eddie Smith, Jeane, Katherine, Megan, Michael, Matthew and James Nardone. Beloved mother of Barabara McEntee and Michael Nardone. Aged 74 years, a native of New York City, NY and a resident of Mandeville, LA for the past 30 years. Jean McEntee was the founder of the Northshore Womens Golf Association and she won the Beau Chene Golf Championship in 1980, 81. She was also a proud member of the Daughters of the American Revolution. She was active in the community donating to many Charities. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the funeral services on Wednesday, April 2, 2008 at 2:00 PM from E.J. Fielding Funeral Home Inc., 2260 W. 21st. Ave., Covington, LA 70433. Visitation on Wednesday from 12:00 PM until service time. Interment in Holy Rood Cemetery, Westbury, NY on Friday, April 4, 2008. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the LA SPCA, 701 Thayer St., New Orleans, LA 70114. Sign Guest Book online at www.ejfieldingfh.com. Times Picayune 04/2/2008. **************************************** 000586 Mcewen - Guy "Yight" Anthony McEwen departed this life on Thursday, April 17, 2008. Beloved son of Robinette Robinson and Guy Jenkins. Stepson of Ahmann Robinson. Grandson of Cynthia Jenkins and Henry Lousley and the late Robert Dimes and Stella Mae McEwen. Brother of Jonquil, Geoffrey and Lawrence McEwen and Guynisha Gibbs. Also survived by a host of aunts, uncles, other relatives and friends. Relatives and friends of the family, also employees of LaQuinta Inn and Suites, staff and students of Walter L. Cohen High School and Carver Baptist Church are invited to attend the Funeral Service at 1st Evangelist Baptist Chruch, 1801 Willow St. on Friday, April 25, 2008 at 10:00 am. Rev. Marie Galatas officiating. Visitation will begin at 9:00 am. Interment: Green St. Cemetery. Arrangements by DW Rhodes Funeral Home, Gretna, LA; Please visit www.rhodesfuneral.com to sign to guest book. Times Picayune 04/24/2008. **************************************** 000587 Mcgill - S. Craig McGill passed away on Sunday, April 13, 2008. Beloved father of Karen McGill Joseph and Christina McGill Schwartz. Grandfather of Kelsea and Kinsey Joseph. Brother of Rita Hutcherson. Age 64 years. A native of Tampa, FL and a resident of Bush, LA for the past 26 years. He was a member of the Masonic Lodge 188 F&AM, New Orleans Scottish Rite and Jerusalem Shrine. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the memorial services on Thursday, April 17, 2008 at 2:00 PM from E.J. Fielding Funeral Home Inc., 2260 W. 21st. Ave., Covington, LA 70433. Visitation on Thursday from 1:00 PM until service time. Sign Guest Book online at www.ejfieldingfh.com Times Picayune 04/15/2008. **************************************** 000588 Mcinerney - Joseph Alexander McInerney passed away peacefully with his children by his side on Monday, April 21, 2008, at 10:15 p.m, at Ochsner Kenner Regional Hospital. He was 91 years young. He was born on August 17, 1916, in New Orleans, Louisiana, to the late Marie Bridgedotte Carreras and Alexander McInerney. He was preceded in death by his loving wife of 62 years, Audrey Graff McInerney. He is survived by one son, Ernest McInerney, wife Jean, and two daughters, Cheryl Leonard and Sheila Fontenelle and husband Scuddy. He is also survived by 9 grand-children, 15 great- grandchildren and 3 great-great-grandchildren. Joseph is retired from Falstaff Brewery and the New Orleans School Board. He was a devoted husband , father and grandfather. He will be fondly remembered by relatives and friends for his kind, loving heart and happy, humorous nature. He will be deeply missed by his loving family and by all those who knew him. A special thank you to Drs. Ehsan and Martinez and assisting nurses, Danny and Connie, at Ochsner Kenner Regional for their kind, caring and compassionate treatment of our father. Relatives and friends are invited to join in celebrating his life at Leitz-Eagan Funeral Home, 4747 Veterans Blvd., Metairie on Saturday, April 26, 2008. Visitation will be from 9 AM to 12 noon with a mass following at 12 noon. In lieu of flowers, donations to New Orleans Children's Hospital would be appreciated. Times Picayune 04/25/2008. **************************************** 000589 Mcmahan - William Ray "Bill Mack" McMahan, age 74, of Hattiesburg, MS (formerly of New Orleans, LA) died Monday, March 24, 2008 at his residence. He was an electrician. Mr. McMahan was a US Airforce Veteran and served in the Korean War. He was a disabled American Veteran. He is survived by Judith McMahan who was his wife for 43 years of New Orleans, LA; sister Clara Louise Christy-Augusta, GA; and brother John McMahan-Spindale, NC. A gathering of friends will be held at the Lamplighter Lounge of Veterans Highway, New Orleans, LA on Saturday, April 5, 2008. Burial will be in Biloxi National Cemetery with Military Honors. Hulett- Winstead Funeral Home, Inc. of Hattiesburg, MS in charge of arrangements. Times Picayune 04/5/2008. **************************************** 000590 Mcmurray - Yvonne Elfert LeCompte McMurray, passed away on April 24, 2008. During her 87 years of life, she touched many through caring and giving to others. She was a natural giver who enjoyed contributing to the community through volunteering for many years at Lakeside and Doctor's Hospitals. As a devout Catholic, wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, she leaves behind her wonderful husband Francis A. McMurray, two sons Charles A. LeCompte Jr., Robert G. LeCompte and two step daughters Susan Coney, and Catherine Pizzuto, daughter-in-law Pamela LeCompte, son- in-law Paul Coney, Victor Yennie, and long time friend Al Nelson, grandchildren Denac McCoy, her husband Brian McCoy, Logan LeCompte, Lacey LeCompte, her husband Bryan Beckering, Peter Cannizzaro IV, his wife Brandi and great-grandchildren Caroline and Colby, Chris Pizzuto and great grandchildren Nicholas and Marley, brother-in-law Donald LeCompte, his wife Katherine and their daughter Karen Merrifield and her family Gary, Sarah, Gregory, Jack, and Abby, and their daughter Julie McNeil and her family Jimmy, Christopher, and Rachel and her sister-in-law Colleen Elfert and nephews Paul, Michael, and Roy Elfert. She will rest in heaven with her mother Cecilia Beck, father Joseph Walter Elfert, brother Edgar (Buddy) Elfert, her first husband Charles A. LeCompte Sr., sister-in-law Aline Johnson, her husband George, and her son-in-law Gus Pizzuto. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the Funeral Mass at St. Rita Harahan, 7100 Jefferson Hwy, Harahan on Tuesday, April 29, 2008 at 11AM. Interment to follow in St. Louis #1 Cemetery. Visitation at the church from 10AM until service time. Leitz-Eagan Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. On line condolences at www.Legacy.com Times Picayune 04/27/2008. **************************************** 000591 Mcnair - David McNair, a retired chef, on Wednesday, April 16, 2008 at Cannon Hospice. Beloved husband of Juanita Brumfield McNair for over 62 years. Devoted father of Ruby McNair, Rose (Keith) Barlow, Debra Booker, Lynease Baecher and the late Charles McNair, Sr. Son of the late Charles McNair, Sr. and Laura Robinson. Brother of Charles McNair, Jr. and Denise Scott. Brother-in-law of Willie Brumfield and Joyce Brumfield. Also survived by 4 grandchildren, 2 great grandchildren a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends. Relatives and friends of the family, also Pastors, officers and members of Franklin Avenue B.C. and Gideon Christian Fellowship, also employees of Exxon Mobile, Civil District Court for the Parish of Orleans, City of New Orleans Traffic Court, Prudential Gardner Realtors and Cannon Hospice are invited to attend the funeral service on Saturday, April 26, 2008 at 10:00 a.m. from Franklin Avenue B.C., 2515 Franklin Ave. Rev. Fred Luter, Jr. Pastor officiating. Interment Garden of Memories Cemetery. Church Visitation from 9:00 a.m. until service time. Professional Services Entrusted to Littlejohn Funeral Home 2163 Aubry Street Cal K. Johnson, Manager/Funeral Director Information: (504) 940-0045 www.littlejohnfuneralhome.com Times Picayune 04/25/2008. **************************************** 000592 Mcnulty - Evan Mitchell Canavier - McNulty, age 21, died in his sleep at home on April 25, 2008. He is survived by his mother, Cheryl Canavier and father, Patrick McNulty; grandmother Ethel McNulty; aunt and uncle, Carmen and Donald Canavier; cousins, Kevin and Brian Canavier; and Namhee Han; as well as aunts in Texas. Evan loved music and friends. He taught himself to play guitar and spent many happy hours doing so. At Metairie Park Country Day, he also played clarinet and saxophone in the school band and jazz band. He had set his goals and future on pursuing an engineering degree and was to attend college in Savanna Georgia this fall. He had worked hard to attain this future and was very excited about realizing that he had arrived at this point in his life. He was an excellent snow skier and snow boarder. He was an outstanding swimmer and won many awards for Country Day and Chateau Country Club. He was swim captain his last year at school and lettered in swimming for the varsity swim team from the sixth grade on. He was also a state rally participant in extemporaneous French. He was an exuberant person who had so much potential. He will forever be missed by family and friends. To his family and friends he will be remembered as someone who loved life, friends, music, and someone who knew he could achieve great things and goals in his life, and did. May God be with him and bless him forever. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the Funeral Service at Leitz - Eagan Funeral Home Chapel, 4747 Veterans Blvd. near Clearview Pkwy., Metairie, LA. Services will be April 30, 2008 at 4:00 p.m. Visitation will be 2 p.m. until service time. In lieu of flowers, friends and family are going to contribute musical instruments in his name to a school band. If you wish to contribute to the fund, send contributions to: Evan McNulty Memorial Fund, 29 Chateau Du Jardin, Kenner, La. 70065. Online condolences at www.legacy.com. Times Picayune 04/28/2008 **************************************** 000593 Mczeal - Lola McClendon McZeal was born on January 22, 1947 to the late Lawrence McClendon and Virginia Mitchell. Lola departed her life's journey on Sunday, April 13, 2008. She was 61 years of age. Lola was born in Gretna, LA and was baptized by the late Rev. Henry Allen at Mt. Zion Missionary Baptist Church. She was also a member of West Bank Revival Center for several years. Prior to relocating to Gulfport, MS, Lola was a member of Life Center Full Gospel Cathedral in Algiers, LA. She recently become a member of Northwood Christian Center pastored by Van Ducote, Gulfport, MS. Lola retired as a Social Worker from New Orleans Home and Rehabilitation Center after 15 years of dedicated service. She was united in matrimony to the late Armise McZeal. She was a dedicated and devoted wife, mother and grandmother. She was preceded in death by her mother: Virginia Mitchell, father: Lawrence McClendon, brother: Burnell Darensburg, Jr., sisters: June Darensburg Roberts and Lois Butler (twin sister). Lola leaves to cherish her memories: her son: James McClendon, dauther-in-law: Tonja McClendon, grandson: Brian A. Bazor, granddaughter: Shayla A. Bell, three sisters: Joyce Mitchell, Patricia James and Adrienne Reed, two brothers-in-law: Ronald Reed and Michael James and a host of aunts, nieces, nephews, cousins, friends and church members. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend a Memorial Service on Saturday, April 19, 2008 at 11:00AM at Murray Henderson Funeral Home, 1209 Teche Street, Algiers, LA. Professional Services Entrusted To: Murray Henderson Funeral Home, Inc. Times Picayune 04/18/2008. **************************************** 000594 Melancon - Clark L. Melancon On Sunday, April 6, 2008 in Hammond, LA passed away. He served in the United States Army, and was an active member of St. Mark Catholic Church, Chalmette, LA since 1964. He is survived by his wife, Theresa L. Melancon; son, Mark J. Melancon (wife, Tomoe); and two grandchildren: Kai and Luca Melancon. He is also survived by his 2 step-children: Joseph E. Constance, Jr. (wife, Stacey) and Julie C. Desselles (husband, Barry); his brother, Thomas Melancon, Jr. (wife, Magie); 7 step- grandchildren; and 1 step-great-grandchild. He was preceded in death by his 1st wife, Louise Cefolia Melancon; his father, Thomas Melancon and mother, Rosa Simoneaux Melancon; brother, Bert Melancon; and 2 sisters: Etta Lou Heller and Vera Richard. Funeral Services will be held on Monday, April 14, 2008 at 11:00 a.m. at St. Luke Church, 910 Cross Gates Blvd., Slidell, LA 70461. Visitation will be on Monday, April 14, 2008 from 9:30 a.m. till service time. Interment to follow at St. Louis # 3 Cemetery, New Orleans, LA. Arrangements by Williams Funeral Home, 67525 Hwy. 41 Pearl River, LA 70452. Times Picayune 04/11/2008 **************************************** 000595 Melancon - Eva Lois Charles Melancon, of Vacherie, LA, on Saturday, April 12, 2008 at Terrebonne General Hospital, transitioned from her earthly life to her heavenly home. Beloved wife of Raymond Melancon, Sr. Mother of Raymond Jr. (Tanya), Thelonios (Dawn), Ariane and Kody Melancon. Sister of Yvonne (Albert) Smith, Ford (Mary) Charles, Robert (Rita) Charles, Judith (Rev. Henry Jr.) Jones, Jeanette Nelson, Denise (Rev. Ronald Sr.) Gauthreaux, Lester Charles, David Charles (Carmel) and the late Calvin Charles. Grandmother of Bria, Briale, Kaleigh, Kaleb and Tori Melancon. Loving aunt of Rickey Nelson, Jr. whom she helped to rear. Close friend and confidant, Betty Boudoin. Also survived by a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, aunts, uncles, other relatives and friends. Preceded in death by parents, Ford Sr. and Luvera Williams Charles. A native of St. James, LA and a resident of Vacherie, LA. Age 64 years. Relatives and friends of the family; also priest and parishioners of St. James Catholic Church and St. Luke B.C. and neighboring churches; employees of Dyn McDermott Petroleum, Avondale Shipyard, Chevron Chemical, Oak Alley Plantation, ASAP Riders, O.E.S Pride of Vacherie #18 and Morehouse College are invited to attend a Mass of Christian Burial on Thursday, April 17, 2008 at 11:00 a.m. from the St. James Catholic Church, St. James, LA. Father Louis Oubre, celebrant. Visitation at the Church after 9:00 a.m. Recitation of the Rosary at 9:15 a.m. Interment St. Luke Cemetery, St. James, LA. THE BALONEY FUNERAL HOME, LLC 399 Eal Baloney Dr., Garyville, LA Information: (985) 535-2540 Times Picayune 04/16/2008. **************************************** 000596 Melancon - Louis "Big Lou" Melancon, Sr., a retired Supervisor for Arco refinery, age 61, passed away on Thursday, April 17, 2008 in Jefferson, La. Son of the late Joseph and Lucy B. (Coleman) Melancon. Husband of Mary Pearl (Washington) Melancon. Father of Sheniece and Louis Melancon Jr., and Valerie Mitchell, and the late Dexter L. Melancon. Brother of Joseph, Roland, Charles, Gregory, and Arnold Melancon. Nephew of Ollie M. Goodwin and Evangeline M. Ishem, Isabella and Ceola Hayes. Godson of Lillian J. Scott. Also survived by Grandchildren, nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends. A native of Convent and resident of Natchitoches, La. Mr. Louis Melancon was a Veteran of United States Navy where he received a National Defense Medal, Vietnam Service Medal with Bronze Star and Vietnam Campaign Medal. Officers and members of Saint Michael's Catholic Church and all neighboring churches are invited to attend the Mass of Christian Burial on Friday, April 25, 2008 at 1:00a.m. from the above named church, 6474 Hwy 44, Convent, La., Deacon Alfred Adams Officiating. Interment in Church Cem., Convent, La. Visitation at the Funeral Home, 134 Daisy St., Garyville, La., on Thursday, April 24, 2008 form 5-7p.m. and on Friday at the church from 9a.m. until 12 noon. Recitation of Rosary will begin at 12:00 noon. Service Entrusted to Hobson Brown Funeral Home Garyville, La. Times Picayune 04/24/2008. **************************************** 000597 Melancon - Raymond Charles Melancon Sr., born in New Orleans, Louisiana on October 11, 1940, passed away on Thursday, March 27, 2008. He was preceeded in death by his loving wife Martha Patricia Albro Melancon of 46 years. Also, by his parents, Laura Augusta Rodrigue and Wilson Jules Melancon, Sr.; sisters Jenny (Hattie) Lombas, Helen (Flo) Christensen, Laura Mae Lombas; brothers, Berkley Joseph Melancon and Curtis Paul Melancon Sr. He is survived by his daughter, Alicia (Lisa) Vinklarek, son Raymond Melancon, Jr.; son-in-law Henry F. Vinklarek, daughter-in- law Sandra Cortright-Melancon; grandchildren, Coby Anthony Savona Jr., Jules Author Melancon, Elizabeth Ann Melancon, Travis James Cole, and Lauren Alexandra Melancon; brothers Wilson Jules Melancon Jr., Ruddy Aude Melancon; sisters, Patricia (Patsy) Louise Benson, Gladys Marie Melancon. Also, his God children and many nieces and nephews, especially Mary Ellen Hennessey Petrie, Paulette Hennessey Klein. Ray, grew up on the westbank of New Orleans, worked at Winn Dixie and in the Jefferson Parish Water department. He and his wife moved to be near their daughter in Houston, Texas in 2000 and was later joined by their son and family. Houston became his home as well as his children and grandchildren's. He regained his health and was employed with Weiser Security at BJ Services for the last two and a half years. He was a loving and giving father, grandfather, father-in-law, uncle, co-worker and friend. Raymond was a friend that would give the shirt off his back if he thought someone needed it. As per his wishes, his tissue and organs were donated for science and he was cremated. The family are inviting friends to attend a special Memorial Mass in remembrance of Ray at Holy Guardian Angels Church in Bridge City, La on Saturday, April 26th at 11 am. Afterwards we will have a lunch as we listen to Ray's favorite music. Ray's cremations will be put to rest at Restlawn Cemetary in Avondale, La. In lieu of flowers, donations for an educational fund can be made payable to Alicia Vinklarek with a note in care of the Melancon Educational Fund. Donations can also be mailed to Toni Pham at 13700 Veterans Memorial, Suite 100, Houston, Tx 77014. Times Picayune 04/20/2008. **************************************** 000598 Melgar - Olivia Angelina Melgar died on Wednesday, April 16, 2008 at 4:20 AM. Age 79 years. Beloved wife of Joseph William Melgar. Mother of Norma Melgar-Cordon, Emma Melgar-Uhle, Olga Melgar-Johnson and Sandra Melgar-Leonhard. Mother-in-law of Jack L. Uhle Sr., Daniel Johnson and Richard Leonhard. Daughter of the late Patrocinio Bautista and Hercilia Perdomo-Bautista. Sister of Marta Delgado, Clara Gonzalez, Sonia Monroy and the late Victoria Bautista, Hermelinda Bautista, Rene Bautista and Hugo Bautista. Grandmother of Andres and Dominique Cordon, Jack Jr., and Jonathan Uhle, David and Darren Johnson, Lauren and Sarah Leonhard. 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 Friday, April 18, 2008 at 1:00 PM. Visitation Friday morning from 11:00 AM until funeral time. Interment will follow in Lake Lawn Park Cemetery. To view and sign the family guest book, please visit www.lakelawnmetairie.com. Times Picayune 04/17/2008. **************************************** 000599 Melton - Edward Burke Melton, Jr. was born on March 21, 1953 and passed away at the age of 55 on Wednesday, April 23, 2008. He is survived by his mother, Merle Parks Melton of Houston, TX, a brother and his wife, Richard & Julie Melton of Houston, TX, an aunt, Mildred Parks, a nephew, Taylor Burke Melton, a neice Kaitlyn Melton and his godmother, Muriel Psister. A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, April 26, 2008 at Greenwood Funeral Home Chapel (5200 Canal Blvd., New Orleans, LA) at 1:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Botanical Gardens of City Park New Orleans. Geisler Funeral Home in Hammond, LA is in charge of arrangements. You may sign an online register book at www.geislerfuneralhome.net., Times Picayune 04/26/2008. **************************************** 000600 Mendez - Melquiadez "Mike" Mendez, Sr. of Harvey, La. departed this life at Ochsner Medical Center Westbank on Thursday, April 17, 2008 at 3:50p.m. Beloved husband of Maria Socorro Mendez. Father of Marisela "Marcie" Chiasson, Magdelena "Maggie" LeBlanc, Meliza Pina, Myrtala "Mattie" Ausbrooks, and Melquiadez "Mikey" Mendez, II. Father in law of Ted Chiasson, Robert LeBlanc, Honorio Pina, Kevin Ausbrooks, and Larissa Mendez. Grandfather of L.J. Bishop, III, Sarah Chiasson, Mariselita Chiasson, Laura LeBlanc, William Ford, Jr., Bryan Ford, Kelly Ford, Carlos Poche', Clarisa Ausbrooks, Melquiadez "Mikey" Mendez, III. and Rolando Mendez. Grandfather in law of Niesha Bishop and Ciarra Hoffmann. Great grandfather of L. J. Bishop IV. Age 81 years, a native of Nuevo Leon, Mexico and a lifelong resident of Harvey, La. Relatives and friends of the family and employees of Gulf Coast Bank & Trust Co. are invited to attend the funeral service at Davis Mortuary Service, 6820 Westbank Expressway Marrero, La. on Monday, April 21, 2008 at 11:00a.m. Pastor Jonas Robertson officiating. Visitation will begin at 8:00a.m. until service time at the above named parlor. Interment: Restlawn Cemetery-Avondale, La. Arrangements by Davis Mortuary Service 230 Monroe St. Gretna, La. Times Picayune 04/20/2008. **************************************** 000601 Mernin - Edward Mernin passed away on Friday, April 25, 2008. Beloved husband of the late Patricia Donovan Mernin. Loving father of Christine Bogart, Edward (Donna) Mernin, Stephen Mernin, Patricia Chaplain, Julia (Mark) Martin, Maureen (Franco) Riccio, and the late Kathleen Brite. Brother of Janet Williams, Ethel Lehmann, and Paula Rosen. He was also survived by 16 grandchildren, 10 great- grandchildren, his companion Gerri Boyd and numerous family friends. He was preceded in death by his parents Dennis and Helen Mernin, and siblings Roberta Wall, Marilyn Guerrara, and Patricia Forest. Edward Mernin was a Chiropractor for over 50 years. He dedicated his life to his profession. The passion he had for his profession never left him even in his darkest hour. Our father was diagnosed with Alzheimer's one year ago. This disease came on fast and progressed quickly. He forgot many, many things, but never once did he forget his passion, being a Chiropractor. He was one of the first Chiropractor's in the State of Louisiana to be licensed. He worked tirelessly for his profession because he knew how helpful he could be to many people. His motto in life was "The Power That Made The Body, Will Heal The Body". Our father never claimed to be the healer, but the man God put there to initiate the healing. Our father had both failures and successes, but he taught us it is from our failures that we continue to succeed. We, his children, would like to thank the many people who stood by him over the years. In lieu of flowers, we are asking that a donation be made to Logan University College of Chiropractic, P.O. Box 1065, Chesterfield, MO 63006-1065, ATTN Pat Jones - In memory of Edward Mernin. Family and friends are invited to attend the Funeral Mass on Wednesday, April 30, 2008 at 8:00 PM at the Garden of Memories Funeral Home. Visitation on Wednesday, April 30, 2008 from 6:00 PM until 9:00 PM. Interment will be private. Friends may sign the online guestbook at www.legacy.com. Information at (504) 833-3786. Times Picayune 04/29/2008. **************************************** 000602 Merritt - C. Layton Merritt, Jr. died on Sunday, April 27, 2008 at 7:00PM, age 87 years. Husband of Maebeth Bertel Merritt. Father of Ann M. Parish, C. Layton Merritt, III, and Peggy M. Viellion. Son of the late C. Layton Merritt and Elmina Sarrat Merritt. Brother of Thomas B. Merritt, Audrey Jarreau, Evelyn Merritt, Louise Gonzales- Rubio, G. Edward Merritt, and the late Marion Blass and Mina Bury. Also survived by 9 grandchildren and 6 great grandchildren. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Funeral Mass at Leitz-Eagan Funeral Home Chapel, 4747 Veterans Blvd., Metairie, on Wednesday April 30, 2008 at 11 AM. Interment in the Garden of Memories Cemetery. Visitation from 9:30 AM until 11 AM. In lieu of flowers, donations to Louisiana Bridge Association, 2709 Edenborne Ave., Metairie, LA 70002, or St. Francis Xavier Church preferred. Times Picayune 04/29/2008 **************************************** 000603 Messina - Doris Mae Messina passed away on Saturday, April 12, 2008 at the age of 81. Beloved wife of the late Vincent Messina. Mother of Emile J. Messina, Patricia A. Hebert, Joseph J. Messina and Mary T. Zanco. Daughter of the late Fannie Dugas and John Dudenheffer. Sister of the late James Dudenheffer and Pearl Imbornone. Grandmother of David Messina, Sal Zanco and Wayne Hebert, Jr. Great grandmother of Nathan and Andrew Messina. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Funeral Mass at LAKE LAWN METAIRIE FUNERAL HOME CHAPEL, 5100 Pontchartrain Blvd. on Wednesday, April 16, 2008 at 11:00 AM. Interment will follow in Lake Lawn Park Mausoleum. Visitation will begin at 9:00 AM. To sign and view the Family Guestbook, please visit www.lakelawnmetairie.com Times Picayune 04/15/2008. **************************************** 000604 Michael - Enite L. Michael, a homemaker, age 67 pass away on Sunday, March 30, 2008 in Laplace, La. Daughter of the late Rev. Versey and Eliza Hogan Michael. Mother of March'e (Marlene) Michael and Eneitra (Cowin) Williams. Sister of James (Yvonne) Michael, Sullivan (Barbara), Ronald (Stella), Lula (Harold) Gant, and Loures (Larry) Williams, Everlyn and Geraldine Michael. Grandmother of March'e Jr., March'e III, E'ron Michael, and Savion Johnson. Also survived by a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends. A native and resident of Gramercy, La. Pastor, officers and members of New Zion Full Gospel B.C. and all neighboring churches are invited to attend the Funeral Service on Wednesday, April 2, 2008 at 11:00a.m. from the above named church, 1535 E. Second St., Gramercy, La. Bishop Emil Dean Mitchell, Sr., Pastor, officiating and Beatrice Mitchell Co-Pastor. Interment in Western Cemetery, Lutcher, La. Visitation at the Church from 9:00a.m. until service time. Service Entrusted to Hobson Brown Funeral Home Garyville, La. Times Picayune 04/1/2008. **************************************** 000605 Michel - Drake Alexander Michel passed away at Ochsner Foundation Hospital in Jefferson, LA on Sunday, April 6, 2008 at the age of 7 weeks from complications due to surgery. Beloved son of Christy Long Michel and Burt Anthony Michel. Brother of Shawn Voisin. Grandson of Rodney and Michele Long, the late Johnny and Carolyn Michel Sr. Great-grandson of Clara Furlong and the late John F. Furlong. Also survived by many aunts, uncles and cousins. Private Services will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, please donate to cherubs.org in Drake Michel's name preferred. Arrangements by Bagnell & Son Funeral Home, Slidell, LA. Times Picayune 04/13/2008. **************************************** 000606 Miller - Gayle LiRocchi Miller, born in Baton Rouge, Louisiana and long time resident of New Orleans, LA, passed away in Dallas, Texas on Tuesday, April 8, 2008 at the age of 68. The beloved mother, grandmother and sister is survived by her five children: Lauren Miller Robbins of Houston, Texas, Allison M. Miller of Naples, Florida, Melanie Miller Drury of Alexandria, Louisiana, Shannon Miller Lutrick of Dallas, Texas and Clark M. Miller of Dallas, Texas; sons-in-law: C. Allen Robbins III, T. Mark Lutrick and B. Todd Drury; grandchildren: Lindsey and Blake Drury and Abigail and Joshua Lutrick; sister Karen French Watson; brother, Theodore A. LiRocchi, Jr.; and nieces and nephews. She is the daughter of the late Dr. T. LiRocchi, Sr. and Myrtle P. LiRocchi. She will be sadly missed. A Memorial Service will be held on Tuesday, April 15, 2008 at St. Michael's Church in Bedford, Texas. A visitation will be held in New Orleans, Louisiana on Friday, April 18, 2008 at 1:00 p.m. at Metairie Lake Lawn Metairie Funeral Home and interrment will follow at 2:30 p.m. at Lake Lawn Metairie Cemetary. In lieu of flowers, donations may be given to the Society for Progressive Supranuclear Palsy at Executive Plaza III, 11350 McCormick Road, Suite 906, Hunt Valley, MD 21031. Times Picayune 04/13/2008. **************************************** 000607 Miller - Larry Henry Joseph Miller on Tuesday, April 22, 2008 at 9 pm. Beloved husband of Karen Tyrolf Miller and the late Marilyn Miller Miller. Loving father of Leslie Muller, Laurie Matrana, Larry S. Miller, and Katie Drago. Grandfather of Casey, Ryan, Shane and Danielle Muller, Michael, Stephen, Gabrielle and Dominique Matrana, Chelsea and Macy Miller. Age 67 years. A native of New Orleans and a resident of Covington, LA for the past 11 years. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the Funeral. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated in the Chapel of SCHOEN FUNERAL HOME, 3827 Canal St., New Orleans, at 12 Noon on Friday, April 25, 2008. Visitation will be from 10 am until time of Mass. Interment in Greenwood Cemetery. Guestbook may be signed online at www.legacy.com. Times Picayune 04/24/2008. **************************************** 000608 Miller - Raymond McCabe "Mac" Miller, born October 3, 1945 in Memphis TN, and a resident of Slidell, LA, passed away on Friday, April 25, 2008 as a result of complications of diabetes. Mac was the beloved husband of Linda Weston Miller, and is survived by son Lt Col Matthew Miller and his wife Cmdr. Angie Miller, as well as daughter Shannon M. Gipson and her husband James Gipson of Slidell. He was the loving son of Sarah McCabe Miller and the late Clayton E. Miller Jr., and brother to Clayton Miller, Lucia M. Eline and Paul Miller. Also survived by four grandchildren, Fiona and Charlotte Miller, and Keegan and Rowan Gipson. Mac spent most of his adult life in medical sales and he was one of the worlds greatest salesman. He loved watching, coaching, and playing sports, especially golf. Always loving and generous, Mac truly never met a stranger. He was perfect in all the right ways when it counted the most, and his family and friends will miss him dearly. Private funeral services were held at Honaker Funeral Home in Slidell, LA, on Monday, April 28, 2008, with internment in Forest Lawn Cemetery in Slidell. For those so desiring, memorial donations may be made to the American Diabetes Association. Arrangements by Honaker Funeral Home, Inc., Slidell, LA. Times Picayune 04/29/2008. **************************************** 000609 Miller - Sylvester Miller departed this life on Sunday, March 30, 2008 in Duluth, Ga. Son of Sylvester Brown (Tamara Carter) and the late Paula Brown. Grandson of the late Joseph and Virginia Brown, Willie Mae Miller, and Helen Swan. Brother of Jennefer Miller and Latoya Williams. Uncle of Jayoun Wilcox. Nephew of Elizabeth Brown, Cheryl Hannibal, Dianne (Donavan) Cohn, Maxine (David) Pittman, Berthella (Glen), Lisa (Ryan), and Michelle Miller, Joyce (Charles) Parham, Joseph Brown, Jr., Samuel (Stacy) Brown, Joseph, Patrick, Johnell, and Christopher Miller and the late Louis Edward Brown. Age 21 years, a native of New Orleans, La. and a resident of Duluth, Ga. Relatives and friends, also Pastors, officers, and members of Second True Love M.B.C. and neighboring churches are invited to attend the Funeral Service at Second True Love Missionary Baptist Church, 2530 S. Robertson St., New Orleans, La., on Saturday, April 5, 2008 at 10:00a.m. Rev. Lilton McQuarter, Sr. officiating. Visitation will begin at 9:00a.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 04/4/2008. **************************************** 000610 Milton - Brenda Davis Milton entered eternal rest Monday, March 31, 2008. Beloved daughter of the late Walter and Mary Davis. Wife of Willie Lee Milton. Mother of Stephanie, Shawana and Damon Davis. Sister of Wynette Carter and Robin Davis. Also survived by 5 grandchildren and a host of aunts, uncle, nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends. A Funeral Service will be held on Monday, April 7, 2008 at Majestic Mortuary, 1833 Oretha C. Haley Blvd., at 10:00 a.m. Rev. John Russ officiating. Visitation 9:00 a.m. Interment: Tuesday, April 8, 2008 at 12:00 noon in Rest Haven Cemetery. Funeral arrangements entrusted to Majestic Mortuary (504) 523-5872. Times Picayune 04/6/2008. **************************************** 000611 Mitchell - Florence E. Mitchell went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, April 1, 2008. Beloved daughter of Lawrence Mitchell and the late Emilina Mitchell. Stepdaughter of Gloria Mitchell. Age 56. Devoted mother of Kendall Gaines and the late Felton Whaley, Jr. Loving sister of Rev. Dr. Eugene M. Mitchell, Cynthia Wells of Haughton, La., Lawrence and Lionel Mitchell and the late Oscar J. Mitchell. Sister-in-law of Lillian Mitchell and Nelson Wells of Haughton, La. Granddaughter of the late Oscar and Thelma Mitchell and the late Alexander Martin and Nettie Taylor. Fiance of Bernard Gaines. Also survived by Theresa Gaines, her devoted aunts, Lorraine Smith and Johnell Colbert; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends. Relatives and friends of the family; also officers and members of First Pilgrims Baptist Church and all neighboring churches; and the employees of USDA National Finance Center and Regional Transit Authority are invited to attend the Funeral Service at First Pilgrims Baptist Church, 1228 Arts Street on Saturday, April 5, 2008 at 10:00 a.m. Visitation and Viewing from 8:30 a.m. until service time. Rev. Dr. Eugene M. Mitchell - officiating. Interment Mt. Olivet Mausoleum. Services Entrusted to Louisiana Undertaking Company, Inc. 1449 N. Claiborne Avenue New Orleans, Louisiana 70116 (504) 945-2145 Jeffery K. Jenkins / Renard A. Boissiere Fatima B. Conner Directors Times Picayune 04/4/2008. **************************************** 000612 Mobley - Annabelle E. Mobley August 14, 1926 - April 9, 2008 Annabelle (Esponge) Mobley, age 81, died of congestive heart failure on Wednesday, April 9, 2008, at West Jefferson Medical Center in Marrero, LA. Annabelle was the beloved wife of the late Fornest A. Mobley. She was born in Golden Meadow, LA, on August 14, 1926. Annabelle was the daughter of the late Sarah (Callais) Esponge and Raoul Esponge. She is survived by two sons, Jack and his wife Sherry (Dee) Mobley of Pepperell, MA, and Wade and his wife Cynthia (Latapie) Mobley of Marrero, LA. In addition to her children, survivors include two granddaughters Windy Mobley, her fiancé Jason Gabriel and Stacy (Mobley) Kallies, her husband Robert, and a grandson Nathan Mobley of Pepperell, MA. Her first great grandchild was expected in June and she was looking forward to the arrival. Annabelle was preceded in death by two sisters, Bernice Plaisance and Lelia Berteau. She is also survived by one sister Melva (Esponge) Cheramie and her husband Edison, numerous nieces, nephews, great nieces and great nephews. Annabelle leaves behind her long time canine companion Missy Mobley. The family would like to thank the many friends and neighbors for the kindness they displayed while looking out for Annabelle's well being throughout the years. Relatives and friends are invited to the Visitation on Wednesday, April 16, 2008 from 9:00 AM to 1:30 PM at the Mothe Funeral Home, 7040 Lapalco Blvd., Marrero, Louisiana. A Funeral Mass will begin at 1:30 PM. Interment will follow in Westlawn Cemetery. For further information, call (504) 366-4343. Times Picayune 04/13/2008. **************************************** 000613 Modica - Larry (Zeke) Modica 'Entered into Eternal Rest' on Saturday, April 5, 2008. He was 54 years old. Son of the late Louis and Georgene Modica. Brother of Louis Modica, Jr., Brenda Modica, Mary Jetson, Irene Barze, and the late Ernest, Iveron and Leon Modica. He is also survived by a host of aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and many friends. Relatives and friends of the family, also pastors, officers and members of Third Rose of Sharon, Fellowship Missionary, New Hope, and Pressing Onward Baptist Churches are invited to attend the Funeral Services on Saturday, April 19, 2008 at 11:00 a.m. at Estelle J. Wilson Funeral Home, Inc., 2715 Danneel Street. Rev. Kenneth Thompson, officiating. Visitation from 9:00 a.m. until 11:00 a.m. Interment: Providence Memorial Park Cemetery. Professional Services Entrusted To Estelle J. Wilson Funeral Home, Inc. 2715 Danneel Street Betty P. Wilson-Dejoie Funeral Dir & Mgr. Information: (504) 895-4903 Please sign online Register Book at www.estellejwilsonfuneralhome.com Times Picayune 04/18/2008. **************************************** 000614 Moffett - Cynthia Saux Moffett, born August 28, 1943 in New Orleans, died April 9, 2008 in Houston. Mrs. Moffett is the wife of Louis R. Moffett; mother of Allen R. and Kevin W. Moffett; grandmother of Geoffrey, Adam, Jason, and Victoria Moffett; and mother-in-law to Tina Lovecchio Moffett and Lynn Voigts Moffett. She was the daughter of the late Lloyd G. and Marion Ventura Saux. Visitation will be Saturday, April 12, 2008 from 10:00 - 11:30 AM. A funeral service will begin at 11:30 AM at Klein Funeral Home. Times Picayune 04/11/2008 **************************************** 000615 Molina - Maria "Mami" del Carmen Molina passed away at St. Charles Hospital in Luling, LA on Monday, March 31, 2008. Beloved wife of the late Cirilo Ortiz. Loving mother of Edgar R. Ortiz, (wife, Karen); Anna Molina, (husband, Mario) and Mirtala Aaron, (husband, Mike). Daughter of the late Jesus Rodas Molina. Sister of Candelaria Contreras Lozada, Irene Rodriguez and the late Emelio Contreras. Also survived by 9 grandchildren, 18 great-grandchildren, 3 great-great- grandchildren, nieces, nephews and many other loving relatives and friends. Mrs. Molina, age 90 years, was a native of Guatemala City, Guatemala and a resident of the New Orleans area for over fifty years. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the Funeral Service from WESTSIDE/LEITZ-EAGAN FUNERAL HOME, 5101 Westbank Expressway, Marrero, LA, on Friday, April 4, 2008 at 11:00 AM. Interment will follow in Our Lady of Prompt Succor Cemetery, Westwego, LA. Visitation will be held on Friday from 9:00 AM until service time. For information, call 341-9421. Times Picayune 04/3/2008. **************************************** 000616 Monestere - Frances Fresina Monestere, 89 years old of Hammond, Louisiana, died Sunday, March 30, 2008, at East Jefferson General Hospital, Metairie. She was born on Tuesday, January 28, 1919, in Tickfaw, LA, daughter of the late Joseph and Josephine Deleo Fresina. Mrs. Monestere was a Homemaker. She was preceded in death by her husband, Charles Andres Monestere; 2 brothers: Vincent and John Fresina; and 2 sisters: Maggie F. Monistere and Theresa F. Monistere. Friends will be received and Religious Services will be held at Greenlawn Mausoleum on Wednesday, April 2, 2008 from 9:45 until 10:00 a.m. with Fr. Cayet Mangiaracina, O.P. officiating at 10:00 a.m. Encryptment will follow. Harry McKneely & Son Funeral Home in Hammond in charge of arrangements. An on-line Guestbook is available at http://www.harrymckneely.com. Times Picayune 04/1/2008. **************************************** 000617 Moore - Mack Elree Moore, passed away on Thursday, April 10, 2008. Former employee of Michoud. Visitation at Geisler Funeral Home, 1190 Highway 51N, Ponchatoula, LA on Sunday, April 13, 2008 from 12:00 noon until the service at 2:00 p.m. Interment will follow in Parklawn Memorial Gardens. Condolences may be expressed at www.geislerfuneralhome.net. Times Picayune 04/13/2008. **************************************** 000618 Morgan - Dottie Ann (short stop) Celius Morgan, age 58, was called home on Thursday, March 27, 2008. The Homegoing Celebration commemorating her life will be held on Saturday, March 5, 2008 at 10:00a.m. at Israelite Baptist Church, 2100 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. Rev. Keith Boyd officiating. Visitation will be held from 9:00a.m. until the time of service. She leaves to cherish her many precious memories one daughter, Danielle Morgan; two grandchildren, Dajenae and Shane Morgan; her godchild Nicole Celius; her estrange husband Jimmy Morgan; her sisters, Eva Mae Celius, Joycelyn Ranson, Jacquline Smith (Rhett), Linda Lewis (Gregory), Antionette Hayes (Stanley) Wanda Sherry, Angela and Pamela Celius; seven brothers, John, Anthony, Darryl, Gilbert Celius, Hurist Morgan (Paulette), Ronald Morgan (Sheila) and Darryl Morgan. She was preceded in death by her parents, Gilbert and Anna Mae Doyle Celius; one son, Floyd Celius; one brother, Herbert Celius; one sister, Vanessa Singleton and a host of other relatives and friends. Relatives and friends of the family and all neighboring churches, Branch Bell, Beulah Baptist Church and Antioch Baptist Church, employees of Wal-Mart, Bro Brothers, Boasso America and Lee's Cleaners are invited to attend. Interment and Rite Service at Resthaven Memorial Park 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 04/4/2008. **************************************** 000619 Morgan - Lucy Mardell Rodehorst Morgan passed away on Saturday, March 29, 2008 after nearly seven years of separation from her beloved husband of 47 years, Ralph C. "Hap" Morgan IV. She passed away from complications after surgery at the age of 74. She was preceded in death by her parents, Armand Joseph Rodehorst and Adele Miller Rodehorst as well as a brother A.J. Rodehorst, Jr. She leaves behind two sons, Ralph "Cliff" Morgan V, his wife Denise and Clay Armand Morgan. She had three grandchildren, Rachel Morgan, Clifton Morgan and Angelle Boudreaux as well as two brothers, Karl and Al Rodehorst. She was born in New Orleans, LA on October 29, 1933 and graduated from St. Mary's Dominican High School. A resident of Metairie, LA, she was a member of St. Louis King of France Church. Mardell will be greatly missed by her family and friends. She was loved by all who knew her. Funeral Services will be held at Schoen Funeral Home, 3827 Canal Street on Thursday, April 3, 2008 with visitation beginning at 9:00 AM and lasting until the Funeral Mass at 12:15 PM in the Chapel. Interment will follow at Cypress Grove Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to K.A.I.N. Foundation at Children's Hospital in New Orleans. Family and friends are invited to view and sign an online guestbook at www.legacy.com. Times Picayune 04/1/2008. **************************************** 000620 Morris - Dr. H. Ashley Morris, PhD., passed away on Wednesday, April 2, 2008, at the age of 44 years. Loving husband of Hana Morris. Father of Katerina, Annabel and Rey d'Orleans Morris. Friend and inspiration to hundreds more. Ashley was a teacher, a scientist, a writer, a musician, a comedian, and above all, a New Orleanian. He was a fiery spirit who inspired and energized anyone whose life he touched, and fought passionately for the city he called home even during its darkest days. He loved brass bands, good Creole food, and the Saints, and everyone who was lucky enough to spend time in his presence could not help but love him back. His passing has left a great hole in the fabric of this fine city. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the Funeral Services from SCHOEN FUNERAL HOME, 3827 CANAL ST., on Friday, April 11, 2008 at 1:00 pm. Visitation will be from 10:00 am until 1:00 pm. Interment to follow in St. Louis Cemetery No. 3. Guestbook may be signed online at www.legacy.com Contributions in his memory and for the aid of his young family may be made to the "Remember Ashley Morris" fund at http://www.rememberashleymorris.com Times Picayune 04/10/2008. **************************************** 000621 Mott - Tony Mott, age 37, resident of Hammond, LA and employee of Hidden Oaks Campground passed away on Monday, March 31, 2008. Beloved husband of Laticia Gambino Mott. Son of Roy Vedros and Nita Vedros. Father of Hunter Paul Mott, Ashlyn Faith Mott and Karlee Rae Mott. Brother of Ricky Trahan (wife Colleen), David Hickman, Roy Vedros, Jr., Kristen Vedros, Jessica Bennett (Husband Ben) and Brittany Vedros. Son-in-law of Bonnie Gambino and Anthony Gambino, Jr. Brother-in-law of Anthony Gambino, III. Step father of Mike Hickman. Mr. Tony was a Marine Veteran for 5 years. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend a Funeral Service at MOTHE FUNERAL HOME, 7040 Lapalco Blvd., Marrero, LA on Thursday, April 3, 2008 at 1PM. Interment in Gates of Heaven Mausoleum (Our Lady of Prompt Succor Cemetery), Westwego, LA. Visitation at the funeral home on Thursday from 9AM until Funeral time. Information: 366-4343 Times Picayune 04/2/2008. **************************************** 000622 Mouton - Al G. Mouton was killed in a tragic car accident Wednesday, April 23, 2008. He was 57 years old. Al was an overly active member of the community and brought leadership and charisma everywhere he went. He volunteered for the Boy Scouts of America for 25 years, and was the Bastrop Chamber of Commerce Man of the Year in 2004. He was actively involved in Rotary, Toastmasters, Catholic Radio, Yesterfest, Project Starlight, Mufon, and too many more to list here. He gave his time and life to the betterment of everyone around him. He is survived by his wife Janice Mouton, his four sons Benjamin Mouton and his wife Rachel, Joshua Mouton, Adam Mouton and his wife Julie, Jonathan Mouton and his wife Amanda and his grandchildren Sebastian and Kelly, his parents Al and Dorothy Mouton and his eight brothers and sisters. Recitation of the Rosary will be held at 7:00 p.m., Sunday, April 27, 2008 at Cook-Walden Funeral Home, Austin, TX. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 10:00 a.m., Monday, April 28, 2008 at St. Mary's Catholic Church. His loss will be felt by the community for many years to come. In lieu of flowers, please send memorial contributions to, Boy Scouts of America, Bastrop Children's Advocacy Center and Texas Alliance for Life. Times Picayune 04/26/2008. **************************************** 000623 Mozier - Virginia Mozier passed away at April 11, 2008, at East Jefferson General Hospital in Metairie, Louisiana. She was preceded in death by her mother, Winifred Dyer. Virginia is survived by her loving husband of 63 years, Edward J. Mozier, Sr.; their son, Edward J. ("Rusty") Mozier, Jr.; and grandchildren, Michael Mozier and Marilyn ("Katie") Mozier. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Funeral Mass at LAKE LAWN METAIRIE FUNERAL HOME CHAPEL, 5100 Pontchartrain Blvd., at 1:00 p.m. on Wednesday, April 16, 2008. Interment will follow, via escorted cortege, at Greenwood Cemetery. A visitation will be held at the funeral home on Wednesday, April 16, 2008, beginning at 11:00 a.m. To sign and view the Family Guestbook, please visit www.lakelawnmetairie.com. Times Picayune 04/13/2008 **************************************** 000624 Mumme - Joyce Guidry Mumme passed away on Saturday, April 19th, 2008 in her Covington home; she was 86 years old. She spent most of her life in New Orleans, LA. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband of 62 years, Fabian Schott Mumme, Sr., and her parents, Laura Chauvin and William Charles Guidry. She is survived by her seven children: Deardra Gabriel Mumme, F. Schott Mumme, Jr., Deborah M. Block (Richard Block), Ann M. Rizzo (Leonard Rizzo), Raymond Paul Mumme, Laura Lee M. de la Houssaye (Kenneth de la Houssaye) and William Charles Guidry Mumme (Bethany Reese), and her fourteen grandchildren: Jeffrey Leonard Rizzo, Amanda Rizzo Travasos, Lauren Rizzo Marx, Benjamin William Block, Christopher Fabian Block, Allison Joyce Block, Zachary Ford Block, Kaili Marie Mumme, Cameron Paul Mumme, Chase Larue de la Houssaye, Brandon Guidry de la Houssaye, Angele Hodges de la Houssaye, Madeleine Joyce Mumme and Willa Grace Mumme and a brother-in-law, Thaddeus J. Mumme. Mrs. Mumme was an active member of the Lake Terrace Garden Club, the Lake Terrace Women's Club and St. Pius X Church, Mother's Club and Sodality. She was a Louisiana Landscape Critic, as well as gardening judge. She was also a volunteer at the Chateau de Notre Dame Nursing Home for over 20 years. Visitation and a celebration of her life will take place at St. Pius X Church, 6666 Spanish Fort Blvd., New Orleans, LA, on Friday, April 25, 2008 beginning at 11 am, followed by Mass at 1 pm and Catholic burial following in All Saints Mausoleum. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to Chateau de Notre Dame Nursing Home, 2832 Burdette St., New Orleans, LA 70125, or St. Pius X Church and School, 6666 Spanish Fort Blvd., New Orleans, LA 70124. Online guestbook may be signed at www.legacy.com. For more information, contact: Schoen Funeral Home (504)482- 2111. Times Picayune 04/23/2008 **************************************** 000625 Murphey - Brian John Murphey entered eternal rest March 29, 2008at the age of 61. Beloved husband of Barbara 'B.J.' Murphey, father of Sherrie A. McCarthy and James M. Murphey. Cherished son of Elsie Adams Murphey and the late Cyril J. Murphey. Preceded in death by brother Steven J. Murphey. Grandfather of Edward D. McCarthy, III and Matthew M. McCarthy. Uncle of Karen Govier. A native of New Orleans, and current resident of Lacombe, LA. A graduate of Cor Jesu High School and served in the United States Naval Air. Owner of Startco Fleet Supply, Established in 1983. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Funeral Mass at Greenwood Funeral Home Chapel, 5200 Canal Blvd. (Formerly All Faiths Funeral Home) on Friday, April 4, 2008 at 3:00PM. Interment will follow in Greenwood Cemetery. Visitation will begin at 1:00PM. To view or sign the Family Guestbook please visit www.greenwoodfuneralhome.net. Times Picayune 04/2/2008. **************************************** 000626 Murphy - Michael Alan Murphy, of Slidell, LA, passed away on Sunday, March 30, 2008 at Slidell Memorial Hospital. Beloved husband of Muriel C. Murphy for 42 years. Father of Megin Ann Murphy, Kathleen Healy Nuber, Timothy John Healy, James Edward Healy, Kathleen Murphy, the late Colleen Joyce Healy Lott and Deborah K. Healy Entrekin. Also survived by numerous grandchildren and great grandchildren. Age 79 years. A native of Spokane, WA and a resident of Slidell, LA since 1968. He served his coutry in the US Army during the Korean Conflict. He was a retired Chief Chemist for Kaiser Aluminum and after his retirement he worked for H&R Block. All services are being held privately. Donations to the American Cancer Society are preferred in lieu of flowers. Arrangements by Honaker Funeral Home, Inc., Slidell, LA. Times Picayune 04/1/2008. **************************************** 000627 Musemeche - Vincent J. Musemeche passed away on Monday, March 31, 2008. Born June 15, 1924 in New Iberia, LA and a resident of New Orleans since January 1946. Survived by his brother Frank Musemeche of Orange, TX and several nieces and nephews. Also survived by many dear friends, especially the parishioners of Holy Ghost Catholic Church where he was also a parishioner. Mr. Musemeche was a United States Navy Veteran where he served in both World War II as well as the Korean Conflict. Relatives and friends are invited to attend funeral services from the chapel of Schoen Funeral Home, 3827 Canal St., New Orleans, LA on Saturday, April 5, 2008. Visitation will begin at 12 Noon and will be followed by a Funeral Mass at 1 PM in the Chapel. Private interment will be held at Biloxi National Cemetery in Biloxi, MS. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to Holy Ghost Catholic Church, 2015 Louisiana Ave., New Orleans, LA 70115 in his name. Family and friends are invited to view and sign an online guestbook at www.legacy.com Times Picayune 04/4/2008. **************************************** 000628 Naccari - Nicholas J. Naccari (Nick), on Saturday, April 19, 2008. Age 73 years. Veteran of the United States Army. A native of New Orleans, LA. An active member of St. Edward the Confessor Parish. Beloved husband of the late Mathilda Beecher Naccari. Son of the late Mary Vaccaro and step-son of the late Anthony Vaccaro. Beloved father of Cindy, Brian, David and Steve. Brother of Elaine Gainey and Michael Naccari. Father-in-law of Elena and Susan. Grandfather of Christopher, Melissa, Chelsey, Nicole, Scott, and Chad. He will be dearly missed by his family and all his brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law whom he loved dearly. He was a man with a heart of gold. He was loved by family, friends and everyone who knew him. Family and friends are invited to attend a Funeral Mass at LAKE LAWN METAIRIE FUNERAL HOME CHAPEL, 5100 Pontchartrain Blvd. (in Metairie Cemetery) on Wednesday, April 23, 2008 at 1:00pm. Interment will follow in Lake Lawn Park Mausoleum. Visitation will be from 10:30am until service time. In lieu flowers contributions may be made to the Coalition for Pulmonary Fibrosis, Suite F, #227, 1659 Branham Lane, San Jose, CA, 95118-5226. To sign and view the Family Guestbook, please visit www.lakelawnmetairie.com. Times Picayune 04/22/2008 **************************************** 000629 Naquin - Anna Mancuso Naquin was born on October 19, 1916 and died on April 27, 2008 at 6:15PM. Age 91, she was a native and resident of Labadieville, LA. Survived by 2 sons, Gerald Naquin and wife Jeanette Randon Naquin, Mark Naquin and wife Stacy Dantin Naquin; 5 grandchildren, Rodd Naquin and wife Allison M., Craig Naquin and wife Mitz N., Sara, Beth and Ryan Naquin; 3 great-grandchildren, Benjamin, Mallory and Brady Naquin. Preceded in death by husband, Camille Naquin, Jr.; parents, Joseph and Carmela Delpesce Mancuso; 5 sisters, Laura Mancuso, Rose M. Richard, Josie M. Galliano, Frances M. Navarre and Mary M. Bravato. Visitation from 8:30AM until 11:00AM on Wednesday, April 30, 2008 at St. Philomena Catholic Church, Labadieville, LA. Mass of Christian Burial at 11:00AM on Wednesday, April 30, 2008 at. St. Philomena Catholic Church, Labadieville, LA. Interment St. Philomena Catholic Cemetery, Labadieville, LA. Landry's Funeral Home, Inc., Thibodaux, LA in charge of arrangements. Times Picayune 04/29/2008. **************************************** 000630 Naquin - Kristie Lynn Naquin entered into the gates of Heaven on Tuesday, April 8, 2008 at 4:10 a.m. Beloved mother of Haley Marie Wederstrandt and Daphney Leighann Marshall "Blue". Daughter of Beverly Bergeron Navarro and husband Louis Navarro, Jr. and Ronald Naquin, Sr. and wife Ludy Naquin. Sister of Ron Naquin, Jr. "Boo Boo", Wendy Naquin, Sarah Longo, Louis Navarro "Bug" and Anthony Navarro. Stepsister of Tara and T. J. Sigur. Dearest friend of Lalaina and Mike Lotz, and John Finch. Also survived by numerous nieces, nephews and a host of friends. She will be sadly missed by all who knew and loved her. Kristie was 30 years old and a native of Jefferson. The relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the Funeral Services at GARDEN OF MEMORIES FUNERAL HOME CHAPEL on Friday, April 11, 2008 at 11 a.m. with burial in the GARDEN OF MEMORIES CEMETERY. Visitation will be on Thursday from 6 p.m. till 10 p.m. and on Friday from 8 a.m. till time of Services. Please visit the guestbook and online obit at www.mem.com. Times Picayune 04/9/2008. **************************************** 000631 Naquin - Kristie Lynn Naquin entered into the gates of Heaven on Tuesday, April 8, 2008 at 4:10 a.m. Beloved mother of Haley Marie Wederstrandt and Daphney Leighann Marshall "Blue". Daughter of Beverly Bergeron Navarro and husband Louis Navarro, Jr. and Ronald Naquin, Sr. and wife Ludy Naquin. Sister of Ron Naquin, Jr. "Boo Boo", Wendy Naquin, Sarah Longo, Louis Navarro "Bug", Anthony Navarro and the late Christopher Navarro. Stepsister of Tara and T. J. Sigur. Dearest friend of Lalaina and Mike Lotz, and John Finch. Late Fiance' Randell Marshall. Also survived by numerous nieces, nephews and a host of friends. She will be sadly missed by all who knew and loved her. Kristie was 30 years old and a native of Jefferson. The relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the Funeral Services at GARDEN OF MEMORIES FUNERAL HOME CHAPEL on Friday, April 11, 2008 at 11 a.m. with burial in the GARDEN OF MEMORIES CEMETERY. Visitation will be on Thursday from 6 p.m. till 10 p.m. and on Friday from 8 a.m. until the time of service. Please visit the guestbook and online obit at www.mem.com. Times Picayune 04/11/2008 **************************************** 000632 Nelson - Hazel Hare Nelson, 102, of Diamondhead, MS passed away on Friday, March 2008 in Gulfport, MS. She was of the Catholic Faith and was a member of the Womens Insurance Clubs. She is preceded in death by her husband, Leonard Nelson, Sr., her parents, Robert and Alma Wallace Hare. She is survived by her step-children, Leonard Nelson, Jr. of Metairie, LA, Karen Foto of Mandeville, LA, and Loyce Schexnaildre of Metairie, LA, her 2 nephews, Robert Hintz and William Hintz and his wife, Gertie both of Bay St. Louis, MS, 2 nieces, Beverly Johnston of Kiln, MS, Hazel Hare Wingerter of Metairie, LA and a host of nieces and nephews. A Memorial Mass will be held on Thursday, April 10, 2008 at 11:00 am at Garden of Memories Mausoleum Chapel in Metairie, LA. Burial will follow in Garden of Memories Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family requests Masses said for Mrs. Nelson. Edmond Fahey Funeral Home in Bay St. Louis, MS is in charge of the local arrangements. Times Picayune 04/8/2008. **************************************** 000633 Newsome - Calvin Newsome on Monday, March 31, 2008 in Orange, TX. Son of Jessie Ree Newsome and the late Frank Newsome. Father of Taneaka Milton. Brother of Frankie J., Patricia, and Donald Newsome and the late Linda Ned. Also survived by a host of other relatives and friends. Age 45. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Funeral Services at Littlejohn Funeral Home, 2163 Aubry St. on Saturday, April 5, 2008 for 9a.m. Parlor Visitation Saturday 8a.m. until service time. Interment Resthaven Cemetery. Professional Services Entrusted to Littlejohn Funeral Home 2163 Aubry Street Cal K. Johnson - Manager/Funeral Director Information: (504) 940-0045 www.littlejohnfuneralhome.com Times Picayune 04/4/2008. **************************************** 000634 Nicosia - Verda Serpas Nicosia passed on Tuesday, April 8, 2008. Beloved wife of 50 years to the late Sam Nicosia. Daughter of the late Eva Estopinal Serpas and Sidney A. Serpas, Sr. Mother of Ronald J. Nicosia and the late Dale M. Nicosia, Sr. Mother-in-law of Judy White Nicosia. Grandmother of Perry Nicosia (wife, Nicole Nicosia), Angel Nicosia Aucoin and Dale M. Nicosia, Jr. (Fiance', Shannon Roublau). Great grandmother of Kristen Aucoin, Gene Nicosia, Tyler Aucoin, Ashlin Nicosia, Cole Nicosia, Nicholas Nicosia and Justin Castanedo. Sister of Pamella Graves (husband, Elvin Graves) and the late Stanley Serpas, Sidney Serpas, Jr., Marabel Title, Frances Nicosia, Joseph Serpas, Eva Serpas, and Elaine Serpas. Also survived by many nieces, nephews, cousins and godchildren, and loving and faithful friends Virginia (Buffy) Nunez, Melanie Martinez, Joy Lucy and Melissa Assevado. Relatives and friends, also members of Islenos Society and employees of St. Bernard Parish Water Board are invited to attend the Funeral Services at ST. BERNARD MEMORIAL FUNERAL HOME, 701 West Virtue Street, Chalmette, LA 70043 on Monday, April 14, 2008 at 10:00 AM. Mass to follow at St. Bernard Catholic Church. Interment in St. Bernard Catholic Cemetery. Visitation from 6:00 PM until 10:00 PM on Sunday and from 8:00 AM until service time on Monday. Times Picayune 04/12/2008 **************************************** 000635 Nodier - Lawrence Charles Nodier passed away peacefully at his home on Saturday, March 29, 2008. He was 37 years of age. He is survived by his loving parents Joseph Frank and Lawrene Walters Nodier and he was the brother of Frank J. Nodier, Lawrene N. Tardo, Tammy N. Hughes and Marcia N. Allen. He was the uncle of Rachel H. Simoneaux, Erin E. Hughes, Clark J. Nodier, Cameron F. Nodier and Tracey M. Allen and he was also the brother-in-law of Laurie H. Nodier, Patrick J. Hughes, David Tardo and Bradley P. Allen. He is also survived by numerous aunts, uncles, cousins and extended family members. Lawrence was a shop superintendent at Architectural Concrete Products, Inc. He was a musician and he enjoyed playing the guitar. He also loved to write in his spare time and was endlessly sketching. He will be dearly missed by all who knew him. Family and friends and co-workers are invited to attend the services for Lawrence. Visitation will be held on Tuesday, April 1, 2008 at Schoen Funeral Home, 3827 Canal St. from 7:00 PM until 9:00 PM and again Wednesday morning, April 2, 2008 from 9:00 AM until 11:00 AM when a Funeral Mass will be held in the funeral home Chapel. Interment will follow in Greenwood Cemetery. Family and friends may view and sign an online guestbook at www.legacy.com. Times Picayune 04/1/2008. **************************************** 000636 Nolan - Anna Lee Olivier Nolan on Sunday, April 6, 2008. Age 61 years. Beloved wife of Herbert A. Nolan, Jr. Mother of Dana Nolan Creppel (Sean), Donna Nolan Dheming (Jaime) and Denise Nolan. Sister of Margaret Heine, Robert Olivier and the late Charles Olivier. Grandmother of Kalvin, Hannah, Alyssa, Kendall and Kiera. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Funeral services at GREENWOOD FUNERAL HOME CHAPEL, 5200 CANAL BLVD. NEW ORLEANS, LA 70124 on Wednesday, Apri 9, 2008 at 11:00 a.m. Interment will follow in Greenwood Mausoleum. Visitation after 9:00 a.m. Wednesday. Times Picayune 04/8/2008. **************************************** 000637 Norris - Dewey Wayne Norris, age 62 and a resident of River Ridge, LA, passed away on Tuesday, April 22, 2008. Wayne was born in Collins, MS on July 6, 1945. Devoted companion of 30 years and loving husband of Pansy Solberg. Wayne was known to many of his friends as "Hacksaw". Son of the late Dewey Everett Norris and Bertie Rae Norris and brother of two sisters who predeceased him, Doris Jean Dossett and Irma Rue Norris. Wayne was a loving and caring father of four daughters, Carla Michelle Vath, Melissa Ann McDevitt, Angie Lynn Dillenkoffer and Dawn Michelle Lambert. Proud Grandfather of 9 Grandchildren, Natalie Vath, Patrick Vath, Jr., Dewey Norris, Bertie McDevitt, Shelby Dillenkoffer, Lora Jane Dillenkoffer, Addison Garsaud, Wyatt Lambert and Samantha Lambert and one Great Grandson, John Calandro, IV. Brother-In-Law of Martha J. Harp and Jerry Harp of Lineville, AL. He is also survived by several nieces and nephews. We will all miss the special love and guidance that he gave to each of us. Wayne had a host of many close friends that he dearly loved and enjoyed being with them; many of these relationships have lasted since childhood. Special friends to Wayne, only to mention a few, were Bert Sherwin, Mary Louise Breland, Gary "Rock" Rutherford, John "Vince" Harrington and Bobby LeBlanc. Wayne loved his dog and constant companion "Bunkie Blue". If you knew him, you loved and respected him. Wayne grew up in Hattiesburg, MS and lived and worked most of his adult life in New Orleans and River Ridge, LA. Wayne was the owner of Dubois Foreign Car Repair, Inc. and worked in the Foreign Car Industry over the past 40 years of his career. Wayne loved hunting, fishing, camping and enjoyed the outdoors and nature. He was a member of the New Orleans Fly Fishers Association and made many friends with this group. He attended exercise classes at East Jefferson Hospital, Respiratory Rehab and made many friends while there. The Family wishes to thank the Staff of Ochsner Foundation Hospital for the special care and constant professional attention given to Wayne and the Family. Special thanks also to the Staff of East Jefferson Respiratory Rehab; Wayne really enjoyed exercising with his many friends there. Relatives and Friends are invited to attend visitation at L.A. Muhleisen & Son Funeral Home, 2929 Metairie Road, Metairie, LA, on Friday evening, April 25, 2008 from 7:00 PM to 10:00 PM. Funeral Services will be conducted by Pastor Charles Loftin and held at Calvary Baptist Church in Bassfield, MS on Saturday, April 26, 2008 at 1:00 PM. Visitation to be held at the Church from noon until the time of service, followed by interment at Mt. Horeb Baptist Church Cemetery, 25 Mt. Horeb Road, Collins, MS. Times Picayune 04/24/2008 **************************************** 000638 Numa - Flora Mae Numa (Girlie) on Wednesday, April 16, 2008 at her daughter's home in Lutcher, LA. Daughter of the late Virginia Edwards and Louis Boudoin. Wife of the late Clifton Joseph Numa, Sr. Mother of Deborah (Rodney) Brent, Anita (Audre') Favors, Catherine, Mary Lynn, Larry (Moyna), Roger (Donna) and Clifton, Jr., Numa. Sister of Alberta and Agnes Oubre, Mary Ward, Louis, Jr., Nelson, Raymond and Teddy Boudoin, the late Amanda Jasmin and Lynn Boudoin. Also survived by 13 grandchildren, 11 great grandchildren, a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Age 75 years. A native and resident of Edgard, LA. Relatives and friends of the family, also priest and parishioners of St John the Baptist Catholic Church and all neighboring churches are invited to attend the Mass of Christian Burial at St John the Baptist Catholic Church, 2349 Highway 18, Edgard, LA on Wednesday, April 23, 2008 at 11:00 AM. Father Joel Cantones, Celebrant. Interment St. John the Baptist Cemetery, Edgard, LA. Visitation at the above named church from 9:00 AM until Mass time. SERVICED BY ROBOTTOM Times Picayune 04/22/2008. **************************************** 000639 O'dell - Velma O'Dell departed this life on Friday, April 18, 2008. Daughter of the late Viola Folse-O'Dell and James O'Dell, Jr. Devoted mother of Latrica O'Dell (Houston, TX), Jamaal James Ritchie and Janaye Monique O'Dell. Sister of Janice O'Dell-Brown and Delesa O'Dell-Thomas (Houston, TX). Aunt of Kendra Cavalier-Warren. Sister-in-law of Stanley Thomas (Houston, TX). Granddaughter of the late Martha Thomas and Etienne Folse and the late Lyda O'Dell and James O'Dell, Sr. Also survived by a host of aunts, uncles, cousins, other relatives and devoted friends. Relatives and friends of the family, Pastors, officers and members of Greater St. Stephen Full Gospel Church, St. Peter Claver Catholic Church, St. Phillip the Apostle Catholic Church, Brookhollow Baptist Church in Houston, Texas, employees of The Quarter House Hotel/Resort, The Times-Picayune Publishing Corporation, Hotard Transportation, M. C. Williams Middle School in Houston, Texas, Chevron and Felix Restaurant are invited to attend funeral services at Greater St. Stephen Full Gospel Baptist Church, 2308 S. Liberty, New Orleans, LA on Saturday, April 26, 2008 at 10:00 a.m. Visitation from 9:00 a.m. until time of service. Interment Mount Olivet Cemetery. We would like to express our sincere thanks and appreciation for all the love, kindness, prayers and support everyone has shown during the hour of our bereavement. Services Entrusted To: D.W. Rhodes Funeral Home 1728 N. Claiborne Avenue Please sign the on-line guest book at www.rhodesfuneral.com Times Picayune 04/25/2008. **************************************** 000640 Odendahl - Paul Edward Odendahl, Jr. entered eternal rest on Thursday, April 10, 2008 at the home of Martha McQuitty. He was preceeded in death by his parents: Paul E. Odendahl, Sr. and Edith Frazer Owen Odendahl; and his wife, Juanita Ann Todd Odendahl. He is survived by his daughter and son: Jeanne O. Hittner and Robert Odendahl; and six grandsons and their families: Justin and Rejan Giguere, Todd and Michelle Hittner, Neal and Ann Hittner and their son Andrew, Evan Hittner, Chris and Jennifer Odendahl and Eric Odendahl; as well as his former son and daughter-in-law Robert Hittner and Kathryn K. Odendahl. For many years Paul participated in family life with Martha McQuitty, Andrew Mister and Sarah Mills, who also survive him. Paul was a 1937 graduate of Tulane University in Architecture and Engineering. He was an active member of the Southern Yacht Club particularly enjoying dragon sail boat racing. He was an accomplished horologist. The funeral was a private, graveside service. Donations may be made in his memory to St. Paul's Episcopal Church, 6249 Canal Blvd., New Orleans, LA 70124. LAKE LAWN METAIRIE FUNERAL HOME was in charge of arrangements. To sign and view the Family Guestbook, please visit www.lakelawnmetairie.com. Times Picayune 04/13/2008. **************************************** 000641 Oertel - Fannie Mae Oertel in Harahan, LA on Wednesday, April 23, 2008 at 9:40 a.m. Beloved wife of the late Andrew H. Oertel. Mother of Sandra O. Butler, Barbara O. Reyes and Andrew H. Oertel, Jr. Sister of the late Henry Hoover. Also survived by 6 grandchildren and 11 great- grandchildren. Age 90 years. A resident of Harahan, LA. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the Funeral Mass at St. Rita Catholic Church, 7100 Jefferson Hwy. on Monday, April 28, 2008 at 10:00 a.m. Interment in Garden of Memories Cemetery. Friends may visit on Monday at Church after 9:30 a.m. Tharp-Sontheimer-Tharp in charge of arrangements. Information: (504) 835- 2341. Times Picayune 04/27/2008. **************************************** 000642 Offner - Theodore ("Ted") Offner, Sr. born on March 2, 1917, and passed away on Tuesday, April 22, 2008, at Touro Infirmary at the age of 91 years young. He was preceded in death by his parents, Michael Sr. and Alice Bengert Offner, his brother Michael Offner, Jr; his granddaughter Karen Ehle Catalanotto; and his great grandson Jake S. Offner. He is sadly missed by his beloved wife of 70 years, Dorothy Schlindwein Offner; his loving children Linda O. Gilmore, Karen O. Ehle Bordelon (Byron B. III) and Theodore Offner, Jr. (Diana Brown). Mr. Offner was adored and lovingly known as "Pampy" by his grandchildren Kimberly E. Ehle, David E. Gilmore (Darlene), Davidson S. Ehle, III (Geri), Judson T. Offner (Stacey), Sanders S. Offner (Kristin), and Blair K. Offner; his step-grandchildren Byron B. Bordelon IV (Jill) and Brent J. Bordelon; his great grandchildren Jason M. Catalanotto, Dustin D. Gilmore, Samantha E. Gilmore, Kathryn M. Ehle, Cameron S. Offner, Karen E. Ehle, Mason B. Offner and Emma C. Offner; and his step-great grandchildren Emily C., Eric C. and Alex P. Bordelon. He is also survived by many nieces, nephews, and dear friends. Mr. Offner, or "Mr. O", as he was affectionately known was a true Southern gentleman. He was a pioneer in the cooling and heating industry. Mr. Offner began his mechanical engineering career at Gulf Engineering Company and founded Blue Flame, Inc. in 1966. He was a past president of The Exchange club of New Orleans and ASHRAE Society. Mr. O was also a member of The Touchdown Club of New Orleans. He enjoyed the love and laughter of his family; whether it was by the beach, the pool, or his lake house. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Funeral Service at LAKE LAWN METAIRIE FUNERAL HOME, 5100 Pontchar- train Blvd. (in Metairie Cemetery), on Saturday, April 26, 2008, at 1:00 p.m., with Rev. Jack Boudreaux of Old Metairie Protestant Church officiating. Interment will follow at Greenwood Cemetery. Visitation will begin at the Funeral Home at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday. For those so desiring, memorials in honor of Mr. Theodore Offner, Sr. may be made to the American Heart Association, Attn: Tammy Hammond, PO Box 840692, Dallas, Texas 75284. To sign and view the Family Guestbook, please visit www.lakelawnmetairie.com. Times Picayune 04/25/2008 **************************************** 000643 Olivier - George Maspero Olivier II, age 96, formerly of Harahan, LA went home to be with His Lord on February 14, 2007. A Mass will be celebrated at 10:30 AM on Saturday, April 19, 2008 at St. Bernard Catholic Church, followed by entombment in the family plot in the St. Bernard Catholic Cemetery, St. Bernard, Louisiana. George was born July 1, 1911 in New Orleans. He was preceded in death by his wife of 65 years, Shirley Chalon Olivier. Left behind to cherish his memory are his sister, Andree O. Briant of Mobile, AL; four children: George M. Olivier III of Natchitoches, LA, Anita Olivier of Tallahassee, FL, Rene Olivier and wife Georgia of Mansfield, TX, and Bonnie Wereda and husband, Rich of San Ramon, CA; nieces: Andree Lago and Renee Levey; nephew, Peter Briant all of New Orleans; eleven grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren. Mr. Olivier was a 1936 graduate of LSU in Electrical Engineering. His career spanned the construction of numerous power plants including the A.P. Patterson in New Orleans. During the 1960's and 70's he was the resident engineer for the construction of four power plants in Taiwan. He returned to New Orleans to assist in building the Luling plant. He retired at the age of 75. The family requests donations be made to St. Rita's Catholic Church, 7100 Jefferson Hwy., Harahan, LA or your favorite charity. Times Picayune 04/17/2008. **************************************** 000644 Olivier - Homer A. Olivier entered into eternal rest in the arms of his loving Father on Friday, April 18, 2008. Homer, a resident of Slidell, LA was 95 years of age and the beloved husband of the late Doris Dubuisson Olivier for over seventy years. Father of Don Olivier of Lacombe, Bruce Olivier and Lynn Cooley, both of Slidell. Brother of the late Felix, Jimmy, Jules, Lucille and Billy Olivier, Agnes Groh, Frankie Nett and Millie Stockton. Also survived by six grandchildren: Steven and David Olivier, Jenee' Landry, Renee Olivier, Russell Olivier and Scott Cooley, and four great grandchildren: Danielle Olivier, Noah and Payton Landry and Katherine Olivier. Mr. Olivier was the owner and operator of Olivier Plumbing and Heating in Slidell for many years. He was a member of First Baptist Church of Slidell and a former member of the Slidell Kiwanis's Club. 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 Tuesday, April 22, 2008 at 11:00am. Visitation will be at the funeral home from 9:00am until 11:00am. Interment will follow in Toomer Cemetery in Lacombe, LA. Arrangements by Honaker Funeral Home, Inc., Slidell, LA. Times Picayune 04/20/2008 **************************************** 000645 Olson - Jean Ellen Olson, 84 of Champaign, Illinois, since her evacuation from New Orleans, Louisiana due to Hurricane Katrina, August 2005, passed away at 8:35 AM on Tuesday, April 8, 2008 at the Carle Arbours, Savoy, Illinois. Memorial services will be held at 11:00 AM on Saturday, April 12, 2008 at Morgan Memorial Home, 1304 Regency Drive West, Savoy, Illinois 61874, with Reverend James McClarey officiating. Inurnment will be in Metairie Cemetery, New Orleans, Louisiana. Mrs. Olson was born on May 23, 1923 in Sumner, Washington. She was the daughter of Charles Robert and Ethel McGowan Rutledge. She married Clifton Vincent Olson on May 3, 1943 in Sumner, Washington. He preceded her in death on April 1, 1984. Surviving are: two daughters: Kristine (Arthur) Hightshoe of Champaign and Victoria Lynn Olson of Madisonville, Louisiana; three grandchildren: Allison (Todd) Bescak of Amherst, Ohio, Anne Elizabeth (Orlando Gonzalez) of New York City, New York, and Matthew Vincent Strickland of Madisonville, Louisiana; three great-grandchildren: Twins: Olivia and Madison Bescak and T. J. Bescak of Amherst, Ohio; one brother: Robert (Mary) Rutledge of Sumner, Washington; three sisters: Vera Faulk of Puerto Vallarta, Mexico, Dorothy (Richard) Voege of Aberdeen, Washington, and Muriel (Loyd) Percy of Tacoma, Washington. She was preceded in death by her parents and her husband. Until her retirement, Mrs. Olson was an executive secretary for the Phillip Morris Tobacco Company in Louisiana. In her earlier years, when her husband was first an Air Force Pilot and then an international airline pilot, she was a reporter for the Honolulu Sun in Hawaii. She and her husband and young family lived all over the world, including residences in Norway, Germany, Iran, and Beirut, Lebanon. She was a member of the St. Timothy Methodist Church, Mandeville, Louisiana. She enjoyed traveling, playing bridge, and reading. Her loving heart and generosity of spirit will be remembered by all who knew her. Her family was always her first priority. She was our rock and we know that she is now with her one and true love. Memorials can be made in her name to the Sumner Senior High Alumni Association, 1707 Main Street, Sumner, Washington 98390, or to the Scleroderma Foundation, Attn: Donations, 300 Rosewood Drive, Suite 105, Danvers, Massachusetts 01923. Times Picayune 04/9/2008. **************************************** 000646 O'neal - Jack O'Neal, Sr. departed this life at his residence on Thursday, April 10, 2008. Father of Cheepnne, Dwaine and Jack O'Neal, Jr. Son of the late John and Mildred Wilson. Brother of Marilyn Toliver, Gloria Cooper, Betty King, Edna Butler, Mildred Christmas, John Williams, Clark, Charles, David, and Percell O'Neal. Also survived by a host of other relatives and friends. Age 55 years. A native of Ferriday, La. and a resident of Marrero, La. Relatives and friends of the family; also pastors, officers, and members of Life Center Full Gospel B.C. and neighboring churches are invited to attends the Funeral Service at Life Center Full Gospel B.C., 1 Life Center Blvd., Algiers, La. on Saturday April 19, 2008 at 10:00a.m. Bishop J. D. Bishop, officiating. Visitation will begin at 8:30a.m. until service time at the above named church. Interment: Providence Cemetery - Metairie, La. Arrangements by Davis Mortuary Service 230 Monroe St., Gretna, La. Times Picayune 04/18/2008. **************************************** 000647 O'neil - Anne (Annie) S. O'Neil, age 62 years, passed away on Wednesday, March 26, 2008 at Louisiana Specialty Hospital. She was born in Avignon, France on March 2, 1946. Annie spent over 20 years living in Tacoma, WA. Working in the food industry and later in the healthcare industry, before returning home to New Orleans in 2002. Devoted daughter of Andree St. Pierre O'Neil, of Michigan City, Indiana and the late Murlyn J. O'Neil. Beloved sister of Peggy O'Neil Keller of New Orleans, LA. and Robert E. O'Neil of Michigan City, Indiana. Sister-in-law of Patrick G. Keller, Loving Aunt of Lindsay A. Keller, Bradley J. Keller and Jeffrey P. Keller. She is also survived by her brother's wife, children and grandchildren of Michigan City, Indiana. Friends of the family are invited to attend a Memorial Mass to be celebrated at LAKE LAWN METAIRIE FUNERAL HOME, 5100 Pontchartrain Blvd. on Wednesday, April 2, 2008 at 11:00 AM. Visitation to begin at 10:00 AM. Interment at All Saints Mausoleum. Because of her love for animals, in lieu of flowers, the family requests donations in her memory to: The Plaquemines Animal Welfare Society (Paws), P.O. Box 83, Belle Chasse, LA. 70037 (504-392-1601). The family wishes to express their deepest gratitude and thanks to the Doctors, Nurses, Respiratory Therapists, Techs, Aides and the entire staff at Louisiana Specialty Hospital and Ochsner (Westbank) Hospital for the excellent care and compassionate concern shown to Annie over the past several months. To view and sign the family guestbook, visit www.lakelawnmetairie.com. Times Picayune 04/1/2008. **************************************** 000648 Orgeron - Kenneth Ray 'Bazeek' Orgeron, on Tuesday, April 15, 2008 at 10:20 AM in Des Allemands, LA. Beloved husband of Katherine Cortez Orgeron. Father of Bradey Orgeron, Sr. and his wife Jodi, Pamela Candies and her husband Garret, Tessa Dupre and her husband Darrin, Bridgett LeBlanc and her husband Rodney. Son of the late Emile Orgeron, Jr. and Vernice M. Orgeron. Brother of Robert 'Bobby' Orgeron, Ellen Bonvillain, Catherine Naquin, Debra Frickey and the late Allen Orgeron, Sr. and Gail Dempster. Also survived by 9 grandchildren. A native and resident of Des Allemands, LA. Former resident of Pierre Part, LA. He worked for J. Ray McDermott for 29 years. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the funeral. Religious Services at 10:00 A.M. on Friday, April 18, 2008 at St. Gertrude Catholic Church, Des Allemands, LA. Interment St. Gertrude Cemetery. Visitation from 6:00 P.M. until 10:00 P.M. Thursday and from 8:00 A.M. until funeral time Friday at St. Gertrude Catholic Church. Falgout Funeral Homes in charge of arrangements. Times Picayune 04/17/2008. **************************************** 000649 Orgeron - Roy Joseph Orgeron was received into the loving arms of Jesus and Mary on Sunday, April 13, 2008. Beloved husband of sixty years of Ruby Soniat Orgeron. Loving father of David J. Orgeron, (wife, Judy); Stephen A. Orgeron, (wife, Dee); Barbara Molaison, (husband, Brian); Diane Lefort, (husband, Lane) and Nancy Orgeron. Son of the late Robert J. Orgeron and Cora Cheramie Orgeron. Brother of Ronald and Jules Orgeron, Enola White and the late Edward and Leo Orgeron and Iola Siegfried. Grandfather of Kimberly, Bonnie, London, Chris, Amy, Jason, Daniel, Kelly and Victoria. Also survived by nine great-grandchildren and many other loving relatives and friends. Mr. Orgeron, age 81 years, served in the U.S. Army in the Pacific Theatre during World War II. Relatives, friends of the family, members of Mary's Helpers and the residents and staff of The Landing at Behrman Place are invited to attend the Funeral Mass at St. Martha Catholic Church, 2555 Apollo Drive, Harvey, LA on Wednesday, April 16, 2008 at 11:30 AM. Interment will follow in Westlawn Memorial Park Cemetery. Visitation will be held at WESTSIDE/LEITZ-EAGAN FUNERAL HOME, 5101 Westbank Expressway, Marrero, LA on Wednesday from 9:00 AM until 11:00 AM. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Alzheimer's Association would be appreciated by the family. For information call, 341-9421. Times Picayune 04/15/2008. **************************************** 000650 Ostendorf - Shirley Chauvin Ostendorf passed away on Saturday, March 29, 2008 in Katy, Texas. Beloved wife of Joseph H. Ostendorf. Mother of Ann M. Ostendorf and the late Mark J. Ostendorf. Mother-in-law of Joseph G. Rodriguez. Daughter of the late Hazel B. Chauvin and Roy J. Chauvin, Sr. Sister of Richard J. Chauvin and the late Roy J. Chauvin, Jr. Also survived by a host of nieces and nephews. Mrs. Ostendorf was a native and resident of New Orleans, LA. She was a longtime parishioner of St. James Major Catholic Church. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Funeral Mass at Lake Lawn Metairie Funeral Home Chapel on Friday, April 4, 2008 at 12:00 PM. Interment will follow in St. Louis Cemetery #3. Visitation will begin at 10:00 AM. Masses preferred. Times Picayune 04/3/2008. **************************************** 000651 Oster - Lois Wyneken Oster, 88, of Arcadia, MI died peacefully April 10, 2008, surrounded by her family, in Traverse City, MI. Lois was born July 18, 1919, to Hugo and Lina (Oetting) Wyneken of Louisville, KY, and shortly thereafter moved to Fort Wayne, IN. Her great-grandfather, F.C.D. Wyneken was an early pioneer of the Lutheran Church and was a circuit rider in Michigan, Indiana, and Ohio. Lois graduated from South Side High School in Fort Wayne, where she enjoyed editing the school newspaper. She attended Valparaiso University in Valparaiso, IN. She began her married life in New Orleans, where she became an expert in its culture and food. For this her family will always be grateful. It was in New Orleans that Lois began her life services to her church, St. John Lutheran, and for Valparaiso University Guild. She enjoyed cooking, playing golf, bridge, and especially needlepoint. Our homes are graced with her masterpieces large and small. She was a part of many groups, including the New Orleans Country Club Lady Golfers, Thursday Literary Guild, 2-20s, and the Women's Republican Club of New Orleans. Lois moved to Northern Michigan with her daughter Barbara, during Hurricane Katrina, to live with daughter Jean (Walter) Kretzmann, in scenic Arcadia. She acclimated to the cold by reducing her layers of clothing from seven to two or three. Surviving are her brother Warren (Patricia) Wyneken of Fort Wayne, IN; daughters Barbara of Traverse City, MI and Jean (Walter) Kretzmann of Arcadia, MI; granddaughters Katie (Rob) Melin of Raleigh, NC, Anne (Will) Igoe of Chicago, and Rachel (Sam) Catanese of Arcadia,MI. Her "girls" made her sparkle. A memorial service will be held in the summer. The family would like to thank the entire staff of Grand Traverse Pavilions' Birch Unit for making Mom's last few months a joy. She loved it. Memorials may be sent to St. John Lutheran Church or Valparaiso University. Jowett Family Funeral Homes, Benzonia, MI is handling the arrangements. Times Picayune 04/18/2008. **************************************** 000652 O'sullivan - Denise O'Sullivan died on Thursday, April 17, 2008 at Canon Hospice of breast cancer. She was 49 years old. A native of Manhattan, New York and a resident of the New Orleans area for 6 years. Beloved daughter of Geraldine O'Sullivan and the late Timothy O'Sullivan. Sister of Tim O'Sullivan. Also survived by her partner Karen Hebert. Denise received her BFA from Herbert H. Lehman College, CUNY, in Bronx, NY and her MFA/PhD from NYU in New York City, NY. Denise was vice president of C and S Themed Events Company of Orlando, FL. She worked for 24 years in New York City in special events design and installation including; Studio 54, the Tony Awards, Madison Square Garden, Radio City, MOMA, Museum of Natural History, American Academy of Dramatic Arts, NYC Marathon, Metropolitan Opera and the Metropolitan Museum of Art and was cabaret manager of Le Petit Theater in the French Quarter. Memorial contributions may be sent to the St. Thomas Community Health Center, 1020 St. Andrew Street, New Orleans, LA 70130. Please visit Denise's memorial at www.MeM.com and share your thoughts and fond memories of Denise with her family by leaving both written and spoken messages. Leitz-Eagan Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. Times Picayune 04/20/2008. **************************************** 000653 Ousset - Melinda "Minnie" Michel Ousset on Monday, April 28, 2008 at 9:21 PM. Age 43 years. Beloved wife of Matthew Ousset. Mother of Megan Ora and Maci Michel Ousset. Daughter of Frances Heully Michel and Alcuin H. Michel, Sr. Sister of Melody Ann Mattolini and Alcuin H. Michel, Jr. Also survived by nieces and nephews. Relatives and friends, also employees of Irwin Brown Co. and Benecom are invited to attend the Funeral services at ST. BERNARD MEMORIAL FUNERAL HOME, 701 West Virtue Street, Chalmette, LA 70043, on Thursday, May 1, 2008 at 11:30 AM. Mass to follow at Our Lady of Prompt Succor Catholic Church. Interment in St. Bernard Memorial Gardens. Visitation from 9:00 AM until service time on Thursday. Times Picayune 04/30/2008. **************************************** 000654 Overton - Willie Mae Franklin Overton, age 85, of Metairie, Louisiana departed her life Saturday, April 5, 2008 at East Jefferson Hospital. Born March 2, 1923 in Greensburg, Louisiana, she was the daughter of the late Leola Roddy Franklin and Willie Franklin. She was united in marriage in 1941 to John Henry Overton and he preceded her in death in 1974. She is survived by her daughters, Betty J. Wicker, Esther O. Hall, Marie O. Hall and the late Evangeline O. Stackhouse. Mother-in-law of John Wicker, Lawrence Hall, Abe Stackhouse, Jr. and the late Donald Hall. She is also survived by 9 grandchildren, 18 great- grandchildren and 5 great-great-grandchildren. Rev. John Dillon will officiate the services at L.A. Muhleisen and Son, 2607 Williams Blvd. in Kenner, LA, on Saturday, April 19, 2008 at 11:00 a.m. Visitation from 9:00 a.m. until time of service. Interment at Turner Chapel AME Church Cemetery in Greensburg, Louisiana. Times Picayune 04/18/2008. **************************************** 000655 Palmer - James "Tony" Anthony Palmer passed away on Monday, April 14, 2008. Beloved son of the late Margaret and Eugene Palmer. Brother of Peggy Gene Palmer, Kathy Palmer Nievas (Hugo), Michael Joseph Palmer (Patricia), and Richard Paul Palmer. Uncle of Trinity Nievas, Hugo Nievas, Jr., Sebastian Nievas, and Mario Nievas. Age 56 years, a lifelong resident of Algiers, LA and a resident of Gretna for the past 2 years. Relatives and Friends of the Family are invited to attend a Funeral Mass at MOTHE FUNERAL HOME, 2100 Westbank Expressway, Harvey, LA, on Friday, April 18, 2008 at 1 PM. Interment in Westlawn Memorial Park Cemetery South, Gretna, LA. Parlors will be open on Thursday evening from 6 PM until 8 PM and on Friday morning from 12 Noon until Mass time. For funeral information, call 504-366-4343. Times Picayune 04/16/2008. **************************************** 000656 Palmer - Miriam T. Palmer, of Slidell, LA on Wednesday, April 2, 2008, at her residence. Beloved wife of the late William Palmer. Mother of Tom Palmer, Hagerstown, MD and Deborah Palmer Chairs, Slidell, LA. Daughter of the late Matthew and Minnie Kuhn Tracy. Sister of Florence T. Splanglar, VA. Also survived by 4 grandchildren, 2 great grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. Age 96 years. A native of Smithburg, MD and a resident of Slidell for the past 2 years. Mrs. Palmer was a homemaker and member of the Order of The Eastern Star, Chapter No. 70 in Townson, MD. Memorial Services will be held at a later date in Maryland. Donations to: Hospice of Louisiana and Mississippi, 770 Gause Blvd., Suite C, Slidell, LA 70458, preferred, in lieu of flowers. Arrangements by Honaker Funeral Home, Inc., Slidell, LA. Times Picayune 04/3/2008. **************************************** 000657 Palmisano - Mary Caronna Palmisano passed away on Wednesday, April 9, 2008. Beloved wife of the late Major Dominic Palmisano (Retired N.O.P.D.). Beloved mother of the late Lionel (Jimmy) Treadaway and survived by her children; Dr. Donald J. Palmisano, Marylyn P. Haddican and Leonard C. Palmisano. Mother-in-law of Joyce R. Treadaway, Robin S. Palmisano, Gerard J. Haddican and Sandra V. Palmisano. Grandmother of Mary Ellen Palmisano, Dr. Donna Palmisano- Schmidt, Jane Marie D'Antonio, Gerard J. Haddican II, Donald J. Palmisano, Jr., Monica M. Haddican and Madelaine M. Haddican. Great-grandmother of Arianna D'Antonio, Anthony D'Antonio, Marco Palmisano, Diego Palmisano, Pablo Palmisano, Alexis Schmidt and Henry Haddican. Daughter of the late Mariano Caronna and Mary LaRocca Caronna. Mrs. Palmisano will always be remembered as a very kind, generous wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother and friend. Mrs. Palmisano was 94 years old and was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Metairie, LA for the past 36 years. The relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the Funeral Mass at Leitz-Eagan Funeral Home Chapel, 4747 Veterans Blvd., near Clearview Pkwy., Metairie, LA on Monday morning, April 14, 2008 at 11:00 AM. Interment will follow in Greenwood Cemetery. Visitation will be on Sunday, April 13, 2008 from 6:00 until 9:00 PM and on Monday from 9:00 until 11:00 AM. In lieu of flowers and plants, memorial contributions may be sent to the American Lung Association of Louisiana, Inc., 2325 Severn Avenue, Suite 8, Metairie, LA 70001-6918 or the American Cancer Society, 2605 River Road, New Orleans, LA 70121. Times Picayune 04/12/2008. **************************************** 000658 Parker - Jackson Garland (Jack) Parker passed away on Tuesday, April 15, 2008. He was the beloved husband of 68 years to Bessie Mae Parker and son of the late Annie and William Claude Parker, Sr of Boyce, LA. He was father of Dr. Donald Ray Parker (wife Gayle) of Elkhart, IN, Elmer Wayne Parker (wife Sue) of Boyce, LA, and Dr. Becky Parker Lombard of New Orleans, LA. He was the grandfather of Jon Todd Parker of Chicago, IL, Shawn Wayne Parker of Shreveport, LA, Parker Ray Lombard of Prairieville, LA, Misty Diona Ryder of Pineville, LA, and Malinda Watwood of Scottsboro, AL. He was also the great-grandfather of Kassady and Kessler Ryder; Emma, Molly, and Henry Parker; Hudson Lombard; Mattie Watwood; and Josie Parker. Mr. Parker was the brother of Benjamin Ardis Parker of Alvin, TX and the late William Claude Parker, Jr. of Boyce, LA. He was 87 years of age, a native of Boyce, LA, and for the past 43 years a resident of Terrytown, LA. He was a member of Gideons International for 53 years and on the Board of Directors of Southern Baptist Hospital of New Orleans, LA for 25 years, including 2 years of service as the President of the Board. He was a member of the Petroleum Club and the Lamp Lighter's Club in New Orleans. As a youth, he served as National President of the 4-H Club. He was also on the Board of Directors of the Global Maritime Ministries. Pall Bearers will be Todd Parker, Shawn Parker, Parker Lombard, Justin Watwood, Keith Ryder, Ronnie Roberts, J.N. Sanders, and Phillip Vandercook. Relatives and friends are invited to attend a Funeral Service at Oak Park Baptist Church in New Orleans on Thursday, April 17, 2008 at 1 pm. A visitation will be held at Oak Park Baptist Church on Thursday from 11 am until 1 pm. A graveside service will be held at Forrest Park Cemetery in Pineville, LA on Friday, April 18, 2008 at 1 pm. The family requests that donations be made, in lieu of flowers, to the Jack and Bessie Mae Parker Music Scholarship Fund at the New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary, 3939 Gentily Boulevard, New Orleans, LA 70126, Attn: NOBTS Development Office. Mothe Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements, 504-366-4343. Times Picayune 04/16/2008. **************************************** 000659 Parsons - Gaither "Gator" Herman Parsons, on Sunday, April 13, 2008 at 5:05 AM. Beloved husband of the late Julia Loraine Frank Parsons. Devoted father of Collette Taillac (Paul), Frederick and Timothy Parsons. Grandfather of 7 and great grandfather of 8. Age 83 years. A native of Hog, Alabama and a resident of New Orleans, LA for the past 58 years. Services are private. Leitz-Eagan Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. Guestbook may be signed online at www.legacy.com. Times Picayune 04/17/2008. **************************************** 000660 Parsons - Joycelyn Huth Parsons on Monday, April 7, 2008 at 7:30AM, age 76. Beloved wife of Lloyd J. Parsons. Mother of Scott M. Parsons and Holly Ann Parsons Rawls. Daughter of the late Mary Josephine Parker and Raphael Richard Huth. Sister of Allen, Daniel, Gerald and Gregory Huth and the late Virginia H. Aple. Also survived by 2 grandchildren. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Memorial Mass at LAKE LAWN METAIRIE FUNERAL HOME, 5100 Pontchartrain Blvd. (in Metairie Cemetery) on Tuesday, April 15, 2008 at 2:00 PM. Visitation on Tuesday from 1:00 until 2:00 PM. In lieu of flowers donations preferred to Alzheimer's Association, 2605 River Road, New Orleans, LA 70121. To sign and view the Family Guestbook, please visit www.lakelawnmetairie.com. Times Picayune 04/13/2008. **************************************** 000661 Patterson - Kimberly Ann Lewis Patterson accepted her birth into eternity by her heavenly Father on Thursday, April 17, 2008. She accepted Jesus Christ at a young age. She's a lifetime resident of New Orleans, LA and was a Para Professional for the Jefferson Parish School System. She is the beloved daughter of Barbara and Lawrence Burns, Sr. Her biological father is Edwin Lewis, Sr. She is the former wife of Gene Patterson and out of that union came: Darryl and Isaiah Patterson. She is also the mother of Jerry, Jerome and Dwayne Lewis and Katrina Lewis-Cooley. Mother-in-law of Terrance Cooley, Sr. She is the grandmother of Keshontae Lewis, Ebony Cooley, Jonavin Seals, Kema Lewis and Jerome Lewis, Jr. She is the sister of Gina and Edwin Lewis, Pamela Fedison and Patricia Livas. Her grandson, Terrance L. Cooley, Jr. preceded her in death. She will be missed dearly by a host of family and friends. Funeral Services will be held New Light Baptist Church, 1435 Feliciana Street, New Orleans, LA on Saturday, April 26, 2008 at 9:30 a.m. Visitation begins at 8:30 a.m. Burial at Providence Cemetery. D.W. Rhodes Funeral Home, 1716 N. Claiborne Ave. in charge of arrangements. Times Picayune 04/25/2008. **************************************** 000662 Payton - Myrtle Connor Payton on Saturday, March 29,2008. Daughter of the late George Connor, Sr. and Carrie Dugue Connor. Wife of the late Leonard J. Payton, Sr. Mother of Margaret Payton Wellons, Leonard J. Payton, Jr.,Debra Payton Bodden, Gayl T. Payton. Beloved sister of Cecelia C. Coxen, Silas and Ulysses Connor and the late Mable M., Joseph, Tolton, George, Jr. and Raymond Connor, Sr. Grandmother of Fredrick Wellons, II., Salaam Payton-Scipio, Jimi Payton, Erica Wellons-Morehead, Dawn Elsey, Afi Bodden, Manya Bodden. Mother-in-law of Fredrick Wellons, I Also survived by a host of great, grandchildren, in-laws other relatives and friends. Relatives and friends of the family also members of ladies Auxiliary Court #47, KofPC and Sliver Grill Social & Pleasure Club are invited to attend the mass of Christian burial on Saturday, April 5,2008 at 11:00am at Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church, 5018 Constance St. Father Howard Byrd, SSJ Celebrant. Visitation 9:00am-11:00am. Interment Mt. Olivet Cemetery. Services Entrusted To Louisiana Undertaking Company, Inc. 1449 N. Claiborne Avenue New Orleans, Louisiana 70116 (504) 945-2145 Jeffery K. Jenkins / Renard A. Boissiere Fatima B. Conner Directors Times Picayune 04/4/2008. **************************************** 000663 Peattie - Willa B. "Dutch" Peattie, a resident of LaPlace, died Wednesday, March 12, 2008 in Mobile, AL and was buried there. She was 96 years YOUNG. She was preceded in death by her husband, Murrell. Mrs. Peattie loved life and lived it to the fullest. She excelled at everything she pursued. She was an avid golfer, an excellent bridge player and had many talents that she loved to share. She was the most loving mother of Joyce (Jack) Coleman, Jacki (Ted) Alvis and Michael (Tensy Arata) Peattie, grandmother of Jay (Lizette), Jeff (Yvette) Coleman, Keith (Tanya), Kevin, Teddy (Carmel) Alvis, Dr. Shannon (Amy), Shane (Bethany) Peattie, great grandmother of Josh, Jeanne, Andrew, Jason and Jesse Coleman, Jared, Kyle, Hunter, Chandler, Dylan, Blakeley, Joslyn, Jordan, Samantha and Jessica Alvis, Kaylan, Shanna, Gracie and Amanda Peattie, great great grandmother of Jory and Mia. She was their special NANA. There will be a memorial service at the First United Methodist Church, 301 Bamboo Rd., LaPlace 70068, Saturday. April 5, 2008 at 12:00 noon, visitation preceding from 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 am. Memorial gifts may be made to the church. Times Picayune 04/4/2008. **************************************** 000664 Pedescleaux - Catherine Oubre Pedescleaux on Thursday, April 3, 2008 at St. Elizabeth Hospital. Wife of Oscar Pedescleaux, Sr. Mother of Oscar, Jr. and Damian Pedescleaux. Daughter of the late Freddie and Pauline Oubre. Sister of Freddie, Jr. and Raymond Oubre and the late Michael Oubre. Also survived by two grandsons and a host of sisters in law, aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. A native and resident of St. James Parish. Age 63 years. Mass of Christian Burial on Tuesday, April 8, 2008 beginning at 11:00am from St. James Catholic Church, 6613 Hwy. 18, St. James, La. Rev. Louis Oubre, Celebrant. Entombment in the church mausoleum. Visitation from 8:30am to Mass time on Tuesday at the church. Arrangements by Williams & Southall Funeral Home of Napoleonville, LA 985-369-7231. To sign guest book or offer condolences, visit our website at www.williamsandsouthallfuneralhome.com Times Picayune 04/7/2008. **************************************** 000665 Penland - Dr. P. Shea Penland, age 54, of New Orleans, Louisiana, died suddenly on Tuesday, March 25, 2008. Dr. Penland was the Director of The University of New Orleans Pontchartrain Institute for Environmental Sciences, and the Braunstein Professor in Petroleum Geology. Dr. Penland was a passionate scientist who studied the catastrophic changes occurring in the coastal wetlands of Louisiana. He devoted his life and distinguished career educating the public and members of all levels of government about the urgent need for immediate restoration of Louisiana's barrier islands and wetland areas. A prolific researcher and author, Dr. Penland's efforts were tireless, especially post-Katrina when the need for restoration projects has become urgent. Shea was also heavily involved in oil spill response and remediation. He was the founder and principal of Environmental Science Services, Inc. an environmental consulting company. A native of Jacksonville, Fla., Shea grew up surfing and studying the beaches of the east coast of Florida. Dr. Penland earned a Doctorate and Master's in Coastal Geomorphology from LSU and a Bachelor's degree in Physical Geography from Jacksonville University. Shea was preceded in death by his father, Samuel Perry Penland and is survived by his wife Cathy Norman Penland; his son Perry Penland and daughter Kelsey Penland of Baton Rouge; two step-daughters, Caitlin Sullivan of New Orleans and Sasha Terry of Las Vegas; his mother Sybil Penland, a brother Perry Penland, Jr. and sister-in-law Dale Penland of Jacksonville, Florida; and his niece Sarah Penland of New York City. Shea is also survived by a multitude of friends, colleagues and students at the University of New Orleans and in the world wide environmental community. The Wednesday, April 2nd, 2008 evening Prayer Service at 6:00 PM at St. Anna's Episcopal Church, (1313 Esplanade Ave.) will be dedicated to Shea's memory. A Memorial Service will be held on April 3rd at the Homer Hitt Alumni and Visitor's Center on UNO's campus at 2:00 PM. Visitation will begin at 1:00PM. In his memory, gifts may be made to the University of New Orleans Foundation for the Shea Penland Endowment Fund, c/o Office of University Advancement, 2000 Lakeshore Drive, New Orleans, LA 70148. Times Picayune 04/1/2008. **************************************** 000666 Pennington - Terrice "Terry" Pennington died peacefully in his sleep at Bayside Healthcare Center on Tuesday, April 2, 2008. He was 59 years old. He is survived by a brother, Michael C. Carter (Sharon), two sisters, Cyrillia P. Williams, and Charlene R. Watkins (Lawrence), and a host of nieces and nephews. The family extends great appreciation to the staff of Bayside Health Center for their loving care over the past 2 .5 years. Funeral service will be private. Majestic Mortuary Services, Inc. in charge of arrangements. Times Picayune 04/6/2008. **************************************** 000667 Perez - Bernice Marie Nunez Perez, a lifelong resident of St. Bernard Parish, passed away on Wednesday, April 16, 2008 at the age of 73. She was the cherished wife of the late Wallace A Perez Sr. Loving mother of Cynthia "Cindy" Gallardo, Wallace "Wally" Perez Jr. and Andrew Perez. Mother-in-law of Henry "Hank" Gallardo, Connie Perez and Shelly Robin. Grandmother of Jennifer Bordelon, Manny Gallardo, Brett Perez, Jude Perez, Andrew Perez Jr. and Gage Perez. Great-grandmother of Chloe Bordelon, Kylie Bordelon and Anthony Perez. Daughter of the late Michel Nunez and Theresa Martinez Nunez. Sister of Ruth Alfonso, Sylvia Morales, June Sylvera, Velma "Belle" Campo and the late Walter "Black" Nunez, Gloria Thibodeaux and Irene Perez. Mrs. Perez was an honored and longtime employee of the St. Bernard Parish School Board and Sebastian Roy Elementary. She was well loved and affectionately known for her good nature and generous heart. She will be forever remembered as a loving and loyal wife, mother, grandmother and sister who treasured her family. Relatives, friends, employees of the St. Bernard Clerk of Court, Fru-Con, Madere & Son Towing and Exxon-Mobil are invited to attend an evening visitation to be held at ST. BERNARD MEMORIAL FUNERAL HOME, 701 W. Virtue St., Chalmette, LA on Friday, April 18th from 6:00PM - 10:00PM and again Saturday from 9:00AM - 1:00PM. A funeral service will begin at 1:00PM. Burial will follow in St. Bernard Catholic Cemetery. To view and sign the Family Guestbook, please visit www.stbernardmemorial.com Times Picayune 04/18/2008 **************************************** 000668 Perkins - Elaine Perkins, a retired Dietarian of the New Orleans Parish School System passed away at age 66, on Friday, March 28, 2008 at Ochsner Foundation. She leaves to cherish her precious memories; her mother, Jannie Wilson, one son, Clyde Wilson and his fiance Jackie, two grandchildren; Clyde, Anthony H. Wilson III, Claudia H. and Craig Knox, two great grandchildren; Rashad C. Knox and Jordan Anthony Knox, one sister, Vera and Allen Friggs and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her life long companion, John Lewis, her loving son, Anthony L. Wilson, her loving father Mr. John Wilson and loving brothers Monroe Henry Wilson and Elwood Wilson, Sr. Her Homegoing Celebration of life will be held on Saturday, April 5, 2008 at 10:00 a.m. at Pilgrim Rest Baptist Church No. 2, 2200 Louisiana Ave., N.O., LA. Visitation will start at 8:30 a.m. until the hour of service. Friends and members of Greater Pleasant Grove Baptist Church, Carver Desire Baptist Church, and Second Mt. Bethel Baptist Church are invited to attend Funeral Services. Interment and Rite Service at Providence Memorial Park 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 04/4/2008. **************************************** 000669 Perret - Rosemary Catherine Perret of New Orleans passed away peacefully on Friday, April 25, 2008 following a long illness at Landmark Nursing Home in Baton Rouge. She was 84 years old. She was preceded by her husband of 42 years, Charles Emile Perret, Sr; and her granddaughter Hailie Catherine Perret. She is survived by her three children, Charles Emile Perret, Jr. of Prairieville; Kathleen Perret Moga of Varnado; and Donald Emmanuel Perret of Zachary; five grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren. Daughter of the late Frank D. Marshall and the late Ida Virgets Marshall, and sister of the late Dr. Grace June Marshall. Visitation will be at Leitz-Eagan Funeral Home, 4747 Veterans Blvd, Metairie, LA, on Tuesday, April 29, 2008, from 11:30am-1:00pm, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial. Interment will follow in St. Louis Cemetery No.3 in New Orleans. Times Picayune 04/28/2008 **************************************** 000670 Perrilloux - Rodney Joseph Perrilloux on Saturday, April 5, 2008 at St Elizabeth Hospital, Gonzales, LA. Son of the late Marguerite and Remey Perrilloux. Husband of the late Mary Perrilloux. Father of Marvin (Augustine) Perrilloux, Sr., Paul (Dorothy) Perrilloux, Sr. and the late Marcel Perrilloux. Brother of Earline, Remey and Louis Perrilloux, the late Marguerite P. Leche, Beatrice Jones, Nolan Perrilloux, Sr., Deborah and Geneva Perrilloux. Grandfather of Ingrid Perrilloux, Marvin "Butch" Perrilloux, Jr., Warner Anderson, Sr., Bonnie Anderson, Paul "Pete" Perrilloux, Jr., Derrick "Spookie" Perrilloux, Stacy Perrilloux, Deborah Perrilloux Cobbs and Michael Paul Perrilloux. Also survived by 31 great grandchildren, 11 great great grandchildren and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Age 93 years. A native and resident of Reserve, LA. Relatives and friends of the family, also priest and parishioners of Our Lady of Grace Catholic Church and all neighboring churches are invited to attend the Mass of Christian Burial at Our Lady of Grace Catholic Church, 772 Highway 44 (River Road), Reserve, LA, on Saturday, April 12, 2008 at 11:00 AM. Father Joseph Rodney, Celebrant. Interment St Peter Cemetery, Reserve, LA. Visitation at the above named church from 9:00 AM until Mass time. SERVICED BY ROBOTTOM Times Picayune 04/11/2008 **************************************** 000671 Pesses - Jules S. Pesses, age 82 years, died at Kenner, LA on Monday, April 14, 2008. Beloved husband of Helen Gauthier Westmorland Pesses and by first marriage to the late Bella Rae Shapiro Pesses. Father of David Leon Pesses (Beth), Sandra Gail Loosemore (Raymond). Step father of Debbie Mabile (David), Janice Bardy (Robert) and Tim Westmorland. Brother of Sherri Pesses Friedland Sheridan and Jerry Pesses (Jan) and the late Albert A. Pesses and Ruth Pesses. Brother-in-law of Loraine Dupuy and Eury Gauthier. Grandfather of Shana, Josh, Mary, Katie, Richie, Caroline, step-grandfather of Christina, Jennifer (Blake), Kevin (Kristi), Joni (David), Aimee (Daniel), Kenny, Josh, Zack, Brad and Bonnie. Also survived by seven great grandchildren, Hanna, Emily, Hunter, Daniel, Emma, Karsyn and Milan. Also survived by a host of nieces and nephews. Mr. Pesses was a native of New Orleans, LA, a retired Master Tailor, and a U.S. Marine Corps veteran during World War II, serving in the Pacific Theatre. He was a member of VFW Post 3267, American Legion Post 397, MOC No. 19, Marine Corps League- Paul E. Boyd Unit, DAV and the Max Dreyfus Lodge No. 396, F&AM. Graveside Services will be held on Thursday, April 17, 2008 at 10:00 AM from Hebrew Rest Cemetery No. 3, Frenchmen at Pelopidas Streets, New Orleans with Rabbi Robert Loewy officiating. Visitation was on Wednesday, April 16, 2008 from 6:00 to 9:00 PM at the Jefferson home of THARP- SONTHEIMER-THARP, 1600 N. Causeway Blvd., Metairie. Kindly omit flowers. Memorials to VFW Post 3267, 1116 Hickory Ave., Harahan, LA 70123 or the Marine Corps League, 2708 Delaware Ave., Kenner, LA 70062 are suggested. Please sign register book online at www.legacy.com. Information: (504) 835-2341. Times Picayune 04/16/2008 **************************************** 000672 Peterson - Allen Peterson departed this life at Marrero Healthcare Center on Friday, April 18, 2008. Beloved son the late Louisiana Savage and Alex Peterson. Brother of Beatrice Powell, Dolores Peterson, Paul "Francis" Peterson and the late Cornelius Wright. Devoted companion of Nancy Henderson. Stepfather of Sylvester "Gwen" Williams and Sterling "Vivian" Williams. Also survived by a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends. Age 87 years, a native of New Orleans, La. and a resident of Gretna, La. Relatives and friends of the family, also Pastors, officers, and members of Regular Baptist Church and neighboring churches are invited to attend the Funeral Service at Davis Mortuary Service, 230 Monroe St., Gretna, La., on Friday, April 25, 2008 at 11:00a.m. Visitation from 9:00a.m. until Service time at the above named parlor. Interment: Christian Social Cemetery-Gretna, La. Arrangements by Davis Mortuary Service 230 Monroe St. Gretna, La. Times Picayune 04/24/2008. **************************************** 000673 Peterson - Stacy Regina Fahm Peterson, age 41, on Monday, April 21, 2008, shed her cocoon and fluttered up to heaven once again becoming the "beautiful butterfly" she once was. "Stacy was a wild flower" who was loved very much by her friends and family. She had a huge heart that always seemed to be broken. She loved music, Rock and Roll, Tattoos, and adored animals. The love of her life was her little pug dog "Mable", who was by her side when she passed away. She will be sadly missed by her parents, Ben and Sally Fahm; sister, Carla Lindsey; brother, Drew Houlihan; brother-in-law, Randy Ropollo and her loving companion, Earl Bryars. She will be greeted at heavens gate by her grandparents, Melvin and Regina Rousseau Correge, Hilda Wallquest and Alfred Fahm; her sister, Jill Ropollo; brother, Scott Houlihan; her niece, Kandice Ropollo; and dear friends, Glenn Rambo and Tony Bonno. She also leaves behind to treasure her memory her loving friend, Nancy Ramano, her godfather, Bob Goggin, her caring and loving aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins. Stacy's family look forward to remembering and sharing stories with her friends at the Metairie Funeral Home of L.A. Muhleisen and Son, 2929 Metairie Rd., on Tuesday, April 29, 2008 from 6 p.m. until 9 p.m. and again on Wednesday, April 30, 2008 from 9 a.m. until the time of the service which is to begin at 11:00 a.m. Interment will follow at St. Bernard Memorial Gardens Cemetery. Times Picayune 04/29/2008. **************************************** 000674 Petit - James M. Petit, III on Saturday, April 12, 2008. Survived by parents James Petit, Jr., and Francis Petit. Sister Sherrie Petit. Also survived by his great grandmother the late Zenovia Petit, and grandparents Viola and Willie Davis, James Petit, Sr., and Francis Petit. Survived by Godfather Ellis Pailet and a host of friends. Visitation at Jacob Schoen Funeral Home, 3827 Canal St. family from 9:00a.m. -10:00 a.m., friends 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Services by Father Anthony Stratis, Celebrant. Interment in Greenwood Cemetery. Times Picayune 04/18/2008. **************************************** 000675 Petitfils - Mark Anthony Petitfils, Sr. passed away on Thursday, April 3, 2008. Beloved husband of Roselyn Vinterella Petitfils. Father of Penny (Dan) Riley, Chali (Mark) Rhodes, Karen Freemen, Mark Jr. (Jami), Regina, and Judy Petitfils. Son of the late Robert John Petitfils, and Milston Merceron Petitfils. Brother of his twin sister Marcelle Masson and brother of the late Robert John Petitfils, Jr. Son-in-law of Joseph and Marian Vinterella. Grandfather of Brooke, Blake, Christopher, Evan, Caitlyn, Marisa, Samantha, Noah and Madison. Age 70 years, a native of Jeanerette, LA and a resident of Belle Chasse, LA. Mr. Petitfils was a Veteran of the United States Navy. 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 Tuesday, April 8, 2008 at 9 AM. Interment Westlawn Memorial Park Cemetery, Gretna, LA. Visitation will be Monday evening from 6 PM until 9 PM. Times Picayune 04/6/2008. **************************************** 000676 Phillips - Joe Phillips, 89, of Memphis passed away at home Monday, April 21, 2008. Joe served in the U.S. Army Air Corp during WWII. He is survived by his wife of 60 years, Ruth Phillips; his children, Joe (Marian) Phillips, Jr., Tricia Phillips and Lamar (Pauline) Phillips; his sister, Marguerite Klages; two grandchildren, Anna and Benjamin Phillips. Please call Family Funeral Care for Arrangements. Family Funeral Care 901-761-8000 Times Picayune 04/23/2008. **************************************** 000677 Phillips - Ruth Roberts Phillips passed away on Monday, April 7, 2008 at 5:05 PM. Age 85 years. Beloved wife of the late William "Whitey" Albert Phillips Sr. Loving mother of Patricia Phillips Lae, Michael A. Phillips and the late Ruth M. Phillips. Grandmother of Petrina Melgar, Tasha Gutierrez, Corey Phillips, James Denicourt and Danielle Denicourt. Great-grandmother of Kami Lae and David Melgar- Lae. She was pre-deceased by 3 sisters and one brother. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Funeral Mass at Greenwood Funeral Home Chapel, 5200 Canal Blvd. (formerly All Faiths Funeral Home) on Thursday, April 10, 2008 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 04/9/2008. **************************************** 000678 Pierce - Sydney Russell Pierce, 81, passed away on Monday April 14, 2008 at 5:40 a.m. Beloved wife of the late Haskel H. Pierce. Survived by her daughter Beverly and her husband Albert R. Favalora, Jr. Four grandchildren and five great grandchildren. A sister Marynel Pierce and a brother Pete Russell. Also survived by a host of nieces and nephews. Sydney was a member of Bridgedale Baptist Church for 50 years, a native of Magee, MS and a resident of Metairie for over 50 years. The visitation ONLY will be at THE GARDEN OF MEMORIES FUNERAL HOME, on Wednesday April 16, 2008 from 6 p.m. until 9 p.m. Sydney's funeral services and burial will be at Lakewood Funeral Home and Memorial; Park, Jackson, MS (601) 922-2123. On Friday April 18, 2008 at 1 p.m. with visitation at 12 noon. Please visit the online obituary at www.mem.com Times Picayune 04/15/2008. **************************************** 000679 Pierre - Timothy (Timmy) Luther Pierre, Jr., 21 years old of Folsom, died Friday, April 4, 2008 as a result of a car accident. He was born October 12, 1986 in Hammond, Louisiana. Surviving are his father and step-mother, Timothy L. Sr. and Tina Pierre of Folsom; brother, Ryan Pierre of Folsom; half brother, Jon Pierre of Folsom; maternal grandparents, Arbert and Connie Williams of Amite; paternal grandparents, Luther and Marlene Pierre of Folsom; aunt and uncle, Rose and Cecil Constanzi of Folsom; aunt, Ruth Dennis of Metairie; aunt and uncle, Becky and Gus Klein of Loranger; aunt, Marilyn Reid of Folsom; uncle and aunt, Joe and Sherri Pierre of Folsom; aunt, Carlene Barfield of Folsom; girlfriend, Teresa Popp of Folsom; numerous cousins and many good friends. He is preceded in death by his mother, Judy Williams Pierre. Visitation will be on Tuesday at Harry McKneely and Son Funeral Home in Hammond from 6:00p.m. until 10:00p.m. and on Wednesday from 8:00a.m. until 10:00a.m. Services will be Wednesday at 11:00a.m. at The Rainey Chapel Church of God in Folsom followed by interment at Briarpatch Cemetery in Loranger. Timmy was a great person with a big heart and will be sadly missed by all who knew him. An on-line Guestbook is available at http://www.harrymckneely.com. Times Picayune 04/7/2008. **************************************** 000680 Piglia - Marie Louise Pelitire Piglia on Monday, April 7, 2008. Beloved wife of John G. Piglia, Jr. married 57 years. Loving mother of Susan Moore, John G. Piglia III (Susan), and Sharon Bourque (Keith). 7 grandchildren; Heather Cruthirds, Brandon Moore, John Piglia IV, Sarah Piglia and Keith, Kyle, and Eric Bourque. 3 great grandchildren; Julia Millon and Colin and Caden Cruthirds. Mrs. Piglia was preceded in death by her parents Peter Pelitire and Louise LeBlanc Pelitire and her brothers Henry (Sonny) Pelitire and Peter (Junior) Pelitire. Age 76. A native of Kenner, LA and resident of River Ridge, LA for 50 years. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Funeral Mass on Wednesday, April 9, 2008 at 12:30 Noon at GARDEN OF MEMORIES FUNERAL HOME. Interment to follow. Visitation on Wednesday, April 9, 2008 from 10:00 AM until service time. Friends may sign the on-line guestbook at www.legacy.com. Information at (504)833-3786. Times Picayune 04/8/2008. **************************************** 000681 Pinkins - Mack M. Pinkins, Sr. entered into eternal rest on Sunday, April 20, 2008 at JoEllen Smith Convalescent Center. Husband of Vangie H. Pinkins. Father of Marissa and Mack Pinkins, Jr. Son of Enez T. Pinkins and the late Webster Pinkins, Sr. Brother of Webster, Jr. and Glen Pinkins and the late Theodore Pinkins, Sr. Son-in-law of Mary T. Hall. Also survived by a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends. A native of Boothville, LA. Age 57. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend Funeral Services on Saturday, April 26, 2008 at 10:00 a.m. at Mt. Olive Baptist Church, Hwy 23 Boothville, LA. Rev. Theodore Turner, Sr., officiating. Visitation will begin at 8:00 a.m. Interment in Our Lady of Good Harbor Cemetery, Buras, LA. Professional Service Entrusted To Murray Henderson Funeral Home 1209 Teche Street Algiers Times Picayune 04/25/2008. **************************************** 000682 Pittman - Doris Bruster Pittman "Doll", a homemaker, died at Ochsner Foundation Hospital on Wednesday, April 16, 2008 at 10:00 am. She was 69. Doris was a native of Yazoo City, MS and has resided in Kenner, LA for the past 52 years. She was a member of Faith of Hope M.B.C. Survivors include her husband, James Pittman; two sons, James Curtis and Mark Pittman; four daughters, Darlean Curtis, Catherine C. Terry, Jacqueline Curtis and Tracy Alexander; 4 brothers, Bobby Graham, Jessie, Nathan and Willie Gould; six sisters Louise Hill, Minnie Grandberry, Virginia Smith, Myrtle Simpson, Alice Wells and Lovace Johnson; 7 grandchildren and 6 great grandchildren. A Funeral Service will be held on Saturday, April 26, 2008 at 10:00 am at Oakland Baptist Church, 825 Rev. Richard Wilson Dr. formerly 3rd St., Kenner, LA; Pastor John Brown officiating. Viewing will begin at 8:00 am. Interment: Jefferson Memorial Gardens, St. Rose, LA. Richardson Funeral Home of Jefferson in charge of arrangements. Times Picayune 04/25/2008. **************************************** 000683 Plaisance - Hickman J. Plaisance Jr. at Kenner La. on Monday March 31, 2008 at 10:54 AM. Beloved husband of Mona Plaisance. Father of Hickman III, Ricky, Alphonse and Allyson Plaisance. Brother of Audrey and Joan Plaisance, Virginia Reese, Sandra O'Reagan and the late Grace Bourg. Also survived by 5 grandchildren, Hickman IV, Gabrielle, Ricky Jr., Miranda and Victoria Plaisance. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the wake from the Metairie home of THARP-SONTHEIMER-THARP, 1600 N. Causeway Blvd at 43rd Street, on Thursday, April 3, 2008 from 9 to 11:00 AM. Interment will be private. Information: (504) 835-2341 Times Picayune 04/2/2008. **************************************** 000684 Plaisance - Richard Joseph Plaisance passed away on Sunday, April 13, 2008 in Lake City, FL. Beloved son of Darlyne M. Plaisance and the late Manuel J. Plaisance. Brother of Michael J. Plaisance and the late Anthony (Tony) Plaisance. Uncle of Brittany Griffin and Courtney Plaisance. Mr. Plaisance was born in New Orleans, LA and was a resident of Waggaman, LA and Marrero, LA. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend a Prayer Service at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, April 26, 2008 at 2633 Buccaneer Dr., Marrero, LA. Times Picayune 04/25/2008. **************************************** 000685 Plaisance - Rose Mae Plaisance February 24, 1922 ~ April 27, 2008 Beloved mother of Edward J. Guidry, Sr., Herbert P. Guidry, Sr. and the Robert A. Guidry. Daughter of the late Stella and Alcide Plaisance. Sister of Martha Mitchells, the late Norris Plaisance, Sr., Louis Plaisance, Lawrence Plaisance and Norman Plaisance. She was blessed with 9 grandchildren and numerous great-grandchildren. Age 86 years and a longtime resident of Bridge City, LA. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the visitation at Mothe Funeral Home, 7040 Lapalco Blvd., Marrero, LA, on Wednesday, April 30, 2008 from 11 AM to 1 PM. A Funeral Mass will follow. Interment McDonogh Cemetery. For information or directions, call 504.366.4343. Times Picayune 04/29/2008. **************************************** 000686 Plasberg - Elizabeth "Betty" May Plasberg, 77, of Richmond, VA died Wednesday, March 26, 2008 at her home. Mrs. Plasberg was born April 17, 1930 in Baltimore, MD, the daughter of Arthur and Alma Somerville. She married Coen Christian Plasberg of Maastricht, Holland on November 16, 1957 at Church of the Holy Apostles in Baltimore, MD. Mr. Plasberg died on March 26, 1987. Mrs. Plasberg had previously lived in Mt. Pleasant, IA, Staunton, VA and New Orleans, LA. She was previously a member of the Laurel Art Guild, Howard County Art Guild and Maryland Art League. Mrs. Plasberg was an avid painter, virtuoso pianist and had an engaging sense of humor. Surviving are two daughters, Diana Plasberg and husband Edward Pettinato of Richmond, VA, Laura Plasberg of New York City, NY, a son, Christian Plasberg and wife Pamela Plasberg of Winchester, VA, two grandchildren, Ian and Jared Plasberg of Winchester, VA and numerous friends and extended family. She is preceded in death by her sister, Dora Pirtle. A celebration of her life will be held on Saturday, April 19, 2008 at Gardens of Faith Cemetery in Baltimore, MD. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Lung Association, 61 Broadway, New York, NY 10006. Arrangements are being handled by Bliley Funeral Home in Richmond, VA. Times Picayune 04/5/2008. **************************************** 000687 Poitevent - Bruce Blakemore Poitevent died at home on Thursday, April 17, 2008. Brucie was a lifelong resident of New Orleans, LA. A graduate of Louise S. McGehee School, she also attended Sophie Newcomb College. She was an avid golfer and fisherman, a member of Christ Church Cathedral and the Garden Study Club. She reigned as Queen of Mystic and owned and operated Dress Circle, a women's clothing store on St. Charles Ave. in the 1960's. Brucie was preceded in death by her husband, Edward Butts Poitevent, her son Alvin Pike Howard II, her parents Alice Moore Blakemore and Allen Bruce Blakemore, her nephew Samuel P. Schwing III and her niece Suzanne Bayon deNeufville. She is survived by her grandchildren, W. Pike Howard, Maunsell Howard (Betsy), Blakemore Brown (Hobby), Elizabveth Howard, Hayward Howard and A. Pike Howard III, three great grandchildren: Dabney, Maunsell, and Thomas, her nieces Joan Parkerson and Carolyn Howard and so many loved ones. Our deepest thanks go to Dolores Smith and her daughters for their love and dedication. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Funeral Service at Christ Church Cathedral at 11:00 on Monday, April 21 with burial to follow at Metairie Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions to the Bruce B. Poitevent Fund at Greater New Orleans Foundation, 1055 St. Charles Ave., NOLA 70130, or to Christ Church Cathedral, 2919 St. Charles Ave., NOLA 70115. LAKE LAWN METAIRIE FUNERAL HOME in charge of arrangements. Times Picayune 04/19/2008 **************************************** 000688 Polito - Jake Frank Polito, age 97 years, a devoted and loving father, grandfather and great-grandfather went to his eternal rest on Saturday, March 29, 2008. He is preceded in death by his beloved wife Catherine Zanco Polito of more than 50 years. He is also preceded in death by his parents Giuseppe Ippolito and Antonine Birbiglia Ippolito. Also preceded in death by his brothers: Joe, Frank, Tony, and Sam; sisters, Josephine, Francis, Lena, Mary and Virginia. He is survived by his daughter Lena (Lee) Polito Baraldi, husband William, son Joesph Jacob Polito and wife Faye Polito; four grandchildren, David, Jacob Baraldi, Gina Baraldi Martin, husband Les Martin, Joseph Jacob Polito, Jr., and Anthony Joseph Polito; two great-grandchildren, Peyton Martin and Spencer Martin. He leaves his brother Felix Polito and sister Annabelle Polito Ricca; his loyal and devoted sitter for 6 .5 years, Rhonda (Connie) Yates; also many nieces, nephews, and cousins. He was a native of Franklin, La. and a resident of New Orleans and Metairie for more than 75 years. Jake worked many years at Wedgeplug Valve Co., Johnny's Restaurant and Snyder Ventures until he retired at 75 years old. Jake will be greatly missed by all who knew him and loved him. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Funeral Service at LAKE LAWN METAIRIE FUNERAL HOME, 5100 Pontchartrain Blvd., on Wednesday, April 2, 2008 at 12:00 noon. Interment will follow in Lake Lawn Park. Visitation will begin at 9:00 am. To sign and view the Family Guestbook, please visit www.lakelawnmetairie.com. Times Picayune 04/1/2008. **************************************** 000689 Poucher - Anna Mc Cormack Poucher, a resident of Long Beach, California, passed peacefully away in the care of her remaining family members near New Orleans, LA on Monday, 14 April 2008 at 9:15 a.m. She was a native of Lettarard Connemara, Ireland and the wife of the late Charles R. Shiffer and Capt. James Poucher. She leaves behind one son, Mark C. Shiffer of Chalmette, Louisiana; one brother, Mark Mc Cormack of Boston, MA, three grandchildren: Mark, Wesley and Kelly Shiffer, and a number of nieces and nephews in the US, England and Ireland. Friends may visit after 9:30 a.m. on Monday, April 21, 2008 and are invited to attend the Funeral Service at 12:30 p.m. at DUGGAN'S FUNERAL SERVICE, 3434 17th Street near Valencia, San Francisco, CA. Entombment Holy Cross Catholic Cemetery. THE DUGGAN WELCH FAMILY, (415) 431-4900. Times Picayune 04/19/2008. **************************************** 000690 Poupart - Anita C. Poupart passed away peacefully on Wednesday, April 9, 2008 at the age of 70. She joined her husband Robert M. Poupart, and her infant son Robbie Poupart, in restful repose. Beloved mother of Mike Poupart and his wife Patricia and Shawn Poupart Tusa and her husband Donald. Beloved grandmother of Shane Poupart and his wife Courtney, Robbie Poupart and their mother Deborah Poupart, Shalin Tusa, Brittany Tusa, and a great-grandson Wes Dubuc. She will be greatly missed by her life-long and devoted friend Kathleen Fitzmorris. Also survived by her brothers and a sister; Merlene Bell, Joseph Cuccio, Jr.and John Cuccio. She is preceded in death by her brothers and sisters Earlene Carmen, Josephine Wehrsted, Mike Cuccio and Anna May Williford. Anita retired from AT&T after 37 years of service. A native of New Orleans and a resident of Metairie, she was a parishioner of Our Lady of Divine Providence for many years. She will be greatly missed by all who knew her. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the Funeral service at Our Lady of Divine Providence, 1000 N. Starrett Rd., Metairie, LA, on April 14, 2008 at 10:00am. Visitation will begin at 9:00 a.m. until the time of service. Interment will be in the Garden of Memories Cemetery, 4900 Airline Dr., Metairie, LA. For information, please call (504)833-3786. The online guestbook may be viewed and signed at www.MEM.com. Times Picayune 04/13/2008 **************************************** 000691 Poursine - Adele Marie Poursine of Biloxi, MS passed into the heavenly realm on April 9, 2008. She was 91 years of age. She is preceded in death by her parents, Leonide Marie Durel and Rene Camil Poursine; four sisters, Inez Maher, Leonide Thierry, Rene Brown, Mary Elizabeth Hotard and brother Augustine Poursine. She is survived by her brother-in-law Lt. Col. (Ret) Joseph L. Hotard III of Prarieville, La.; 7 nieces and nephews, 20 great nieces and nephews and many great-great nieces and nephews. Miss Poursine was a native and long time New Orleans resident. Miss Poursine attended the Teacher Training Academy of Holy Angels where she received the Gold Medal for Excellence in Scholarship in 1931-32. She entered the Holy Cross Novitiate in 1933 and took the name of Sister Mary Magdalene, graduating with a BA in 1945. During the early 1950's she served in the Monastery of St. Clare. Later after receiving a Special Dispensation to leave the order to take care of her mother, Adele became a lay teacher at St. Dominic's parish in New Orleans' Lakeview area. After retiring from formal teaching she continued to tutor many disabled students in the 1970s as well as taking care of the elderly after her mother's passing in 1970. Adele spent many hours volunteering at local area homeless shelters. She would always answer the phone with her signature greeting: "Praise The Lord!" Graveside services will be held at 1:00 p.m., Friday, April 18, 2008 at Greenwood Mausoleum, 5200 Canal Blvd, New Orleans, and presided over by Fr. Sergio Serrano. In lieu of flowers, tax deductible donations can be made to: Goodwill Institute Hospice Care, 620 Oak Harbor Blvd. Suite 201B, Slidell, LA 70458, or http://www.goodwillhospice.org. Bradford-O'Keefe Funeral Home, Howard Avenue, Biloxi, is in charge of arrangements. Times Picayune 04/17/2008. **************************************** 000692 Prados - Col. Rufus Henry Prados, son of the late Ida Ragan Prados and Rufus Henry Prados, Sr., was born in his home June 12, 1915 in New Orleans, and died April 4, 2008. He is preceded in death by his loving wife of 53 years, Reneè Abitbol Prados, and his sisters: Ida Prados and Ursula Savoie. He is survived by his sister Amelie (Puffy) Cressend and his 5 boys: Rufus Henry, Jr. (Beau), Michael, Stephen, Ronald and Peter, and his 2 Daughters-in-Law: Linda and Dianne. His 8 grandchildren include Corina, Nora, Adam, Hannah, Rachael, Anne, Katie, and David. He is also survived by numerous Savoie, Cressend, and Abitbol nieces and nephews, other relatives and friends, including his cherished Bonnie Burke. Rufus's amazing life journey of over 92 years included 24 years of dedicated Air Force service as a pilot and command officer. Rufus lived life to the fullest and will be remembered as a true gentleman, loving father, and faithful friend. He thanks each of you for sharing his beautiful life with him. "The Colonel's" funeral services will begin with visitation at 9:30 AM Monday, April 7, 2008 at Schoen Funeral Home, 3827 Canal Street, with a Funeral Mass at 11:30 AM. Interment will be at St. Louis Cemetery #3. An online memorial and guest registry is available at www.MeM.com Times Picayune 04/6/2008 **************************************** 000693 Pratt - Robert Coleman "Cole" Pratt, Jr., passed away Saturday, April 19, 2008, at Touro Infirmary. He was 53. The owner of Cole Pratt Gallery, he was born in Greenwood, Miss., and lived in New Orleans, La., for the last 25 years. Mr. Pratt is survived by his mother, Rita Dillard Pratt, and his companion, Roy Malone. Mr. Pratt will always be remembered by family and friends as the most positive and inspiring of men. His gallery is a testimonial to his spirit and a true compilation of the work of some of the finest living contemporary artists in the United States. He was passionate about life and touched all whose paths he crossed. He was a loyal friend and will be greatly missed. Visitation will be held at Lake Lawn Metairie Funeral Home, 5100 Pontchartrain Blvd., New Orleans, LA on Saturday April 26 at 1:00 pm, with a Memorial Service immediately following at 2:00 pm. In lieu of flowers, the family would prefer that donations be made to the "Cole Pratt Memorial Fund for Artists" at any branch of Capital One Bank in Louisiana, Texas, New York, New Jersey or Connecticut. In addition, donations can be mailed to Capital One Bank, P.O. Box 60150, New Orleans, LA 70160. Checks should read "Cole Pratt Memorial Fund for Artists." To sign and view the Family Guestbook, please visit www.lakelawnmetairie.com. Times Picayune 04/24/2008 **************************************** 000694 Prevost - Betty Larousse Prevost passed away on Friday, April 11, 2008 at 10:15 p.m. Beloved mother of Patti Prevost Goodrich and Terry Prevost. Sister of David, Gerald and Troy Larousse and the late Donald and Errol Larousse. Daughter of the late Gertrude Bergeron and Sidney J. Larousse. Grandmother of Kristi Kosloski, Kelly Beckendorf, David Wilson and Lindsey Prevost. Great-grandmother of Cameron and Colby Kosloski, Luke and Reece Beckendorf and Madelyn Wilson. Also survived by nieces, nephews and many friends. Aged 73 years. A native of New Orleans, La. and a resident of Metairie, La.for the past 36 years. Mrs. Prevost's family would like to express their sincere appreciation for the loving kindness and care provided by all employees of Canon Hospice. Relatives and friends of the family, also retirees and employees of W.R. Zanes and fellow bingo friends are invited to attend the Funeral Mass from Leitz-Eagan Funeral Home Chapel 4747 Veterans Blvd., Metairie, LA on Tuesday, April 15, 2008 at 12:00 noon. Interment in Our Lady of Prompt Succor Cemetery. Friends may visit from 9:00 a.m. until time of services. On line guest book available at www.legacy.com. Times Picayune 04/14/2008. **************************************** 000695 Price - Laurent Buford Price On Tuesday, April 22, 2008, of Waggman, LA entered into eternal rest at the age of 64 years old. Husband of Brenda Lucas Price. Father of Rhonda George, Laurent and Tereance Price. Brother of Robert, Curtis William, Edell and Annie Price. Former husband of Brenda Washington Price. Son-in-law of Leonard Lucas, Sr. He leaves to cherish 18 grandchidlren and one great-grandchild. He was preceded in death by David Warner, Earl and Walter James Price, Bobby Williams and Roger Cutno Winfield and parents: Curtis and Alice Price. He was employed by Boh Brothers Construction Company. Pastors, officers and members of Light City Church, neighbors and friends are invited to attend the Memorial Services on Thursday, May 1, 2008 at 10:00 a.m. at Light City Church, 6117 St. Claude Avenue. Officiated by Apostle Leonard Lucas. Heritage Funeral Directors "A Spirit of Excellence" 4101 St. Claude Ave., N.O., LA Information: (504) 944-5500 Times Picayune 04/30/2008. **************************************** 000696 Rabeneck - Charles George Rabeneck passed away on Monday, April 21, 2008 at St. Charles Health Care Center. He was 63 years of age. A native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Slidell, LA for 33 years. Beloved son of the late George H. Rabeneck and Alice Bares Rabeneck. Former husband of the late Marie Peralez. Uncle of the late Teddy J. Rousselle. He is survived by his sister, Joan Rabeneck Rousselle McDonald; brother-in-law, Earl "Pete" McDonald; great-nephew, Edward J. Rousselle; and his uncle, Charles J. Bares of Cypress, TX. Special thanks to Canon Hospice, St. Charles Health Care Center and New Orleans Specialty Hospital for their care. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Funeral Service at Greenwood Funeral Home Chapel, 5200 Canal Blvd. (formerly All Faiths Funeral Home) on Friday, April 25, 2008 at 11:00 a.m. Interment will follow in Greenwood Cemetery Mausoleum. Visitation will begin at 9:00 a.m. Times Picayune 04/24/2008 **************************************** 000697 Raftery - Patrick H. "The Colonel" Raftery, Jr. passed away on Thursday, April 3, 2008. He was 86 years of age and a resident of Loranger, LA. Husband of Lois Raftery. Father of Gay Wilson, Santa Clarita, CA, Mimi Kelly, Harahan, LA, Jackie Richard, Metairie, LA and Michele Lucas, Denver, CO and brother of Kathyleen Raftery. Also survived by eight grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. He was preceeded in death by his son Patrick H. Raftery, III; parents Patrick H. Raftery Sr. and Marie Steinlager Raftery. Mr. Raftery was an Army Air Corps veteran and retired from the Air Force Reserves as a Lt. Col. He served his country in WWII. He was the retired owner of the Raftery Elevator Company in New Orleans. Relatives and friends of the family will be received at Our Lady of Pompeii Catholic Church in Tickfaw, on Saturday from 9:00a.m. until 11:00a.m. Services will be held at 11:00 at with Rev. Cayet Mandriacino officiating. Interment will follow in the Loranger Community cemetery. An on-line Guestbook is available at http://www.harrymckneely.com. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Beacon of Hope, 145 Robert E Lee Blvd., Suite 210, New Orleans, LA 70124 504.309.5120 office 504.324.0487 fx www.lakewoodbeacon.org. Times Picayune 04/4/2008. **************************************** 000698 Ragas - James Delbert Ragas, Sr. a native New Orleanian born December 7, 1932 departed this earthly life and entered eternal rest on Sunday, April 6, 2008 at age 75. He leaves to mourn his beloved and loyal wife of 51 years, Marguerite, J. Ragas, his brother and friend Edward Mitchell 'Brock' Ragas, Jr. (Irma), four loving and adoring children, James Delbert Ragas, Jr. (Marea) Dallas, TX, David Larry Ragas, Sr. (Kathy) New Orleans, LA, Cherie Cauley (Charles) Missouri City, TX, Rachel Ann Ragas-Bolding (Keith Sr.) Missouri City, TX. He is also survived and sadly missed by 11 grandchildren, 1 great grandchild, and a host of relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his loving and caring parents, Edward Mitchell Ragas Sr. and Miriam Riley Collins, his oldest sister, Yvonne Parker Gibbs, and a brother-in-law, Horace Gibbs, all of Port Sulphur, LA. James D. Ragas, Sr. served in the armed forces and fought in the Korean War. He as an honorable veteran of the United States Army where his admirable service was a reflection of his integrity and his commitment to all of those he served. He worked for St. Margaret Daughters Nursing Home, Boh Brothers Construction Company, and retired from Regional Transit Authority (RTA), as a security guard. James loved his family more than life itself. He spent his entire life compassionately and diligently working to provide a comfortable lifestyle for his wife and children. He will be sadly missed and cherished by everyone that knew and loved him. Family and friends are invited to the Homegoing Services on Friday, April 11, 2008 at 11AM at St. Luke Assembly of God Church, 2201 Franklin Ave., New Orleans, LA, Pastor Teresa Reiger officiating. Visitation will begin at 9:00 AM. Interment at Mt. Olivet Cemetery, 4000 Norman Mayer Blvd. Repast following at St. Luke Assembly of God Church Hall. HERITAGE FUNERAL DIRECTORS "A Spirit of Excellence" 4101 St. Claude Avenue, N.O., LA Information: (504) 944-5500 Times Picayune 04/10/2008. **************************************** 000699 Ragas - Paul (P.J.) James Ragas III died on Friday, April 25, 2008. Age 48 years. Beloved husband of Ruth Bonis Ragas. Loving father of Jason P. Ragas (Finance' Ashley Wilkinson) and Katie Ragas Morgan (husband Walter). Son of Audrey Cusimano Ragas and the late Paul James Ragas Jr. Brother of Joseph M. Ragas and Darren A. Ragas (wife Theresa). Doting grandfather of Madison, Charlee and Liam Morgan. Devoted grandson of Louise A. Ragas and the late Paul J. Ragas, Sr. Son-in-law of Rita Bonis. Also survived by numerous aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. Relatives and friends are invited to the Funeral Service at LAKE LAWN METAIRIE FUNERAL HOME, 5100 Pontchartrain Blvd. on Tuesday, April 29, 2008 at 1:00 PM. Visitation starts at 11:00 AM. The Burial Service will be at St. Bernard Memorial Gardens. To view and sign family guestbook, visit www.lakelawnmetairie.com. Times Picayune 04/27/2008 **************************************** 000700 Ralston - Robert Roussell Ralston departed this life at Canon Hospice on Sunday, March 30, 2008 at 11:15p.m. Husband of the late Mary Susan Ralston. Son of the late Bessie and Robert Caldwell Ralston. Also survived by a host of other relatives and friends. Age 65 years, a native of West Plain Mo. and a resident of Metairie, La. Relatives, friends and co workers and employees of New Orleans Sheriff Dept. are invited to attend the Funeral Service at Davis Mortuary Service, 6820 Westbank Expressway, Marrero, La., on Thursday, April 3, 2008 at 12:00noon. Visitation will begin at 11:00a.m. until service time at the above named parlor. Interment: Restlawn Cemetery, Avondale, La. Arrangements by Davis Mortuary Service 230 Monroe St. Gretna, La. Times Picayune 04/2/2008. **************************************** 000701 Ramos - Anna Mae K. Ramos, at Harahan, LA, on Sunday, March 30, 2008 at 12:30 a.m. Beloved wife of Valente Ramos for 61 years. Mother of Dianne Thames and James F. Ramos. Sister of the late Robert Keller. Also survived by 6 grandchildren, 7 great-grandchildren and 1 late great- grandchild. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the Mass from Tharp-Sontheimer-Tharp Funeral Home, 1600 N. Causeway Blvd. at 43rd St. on Wednesday, April 2, 2008 at 10:30 a.m. Visitatin from 9:00 till service time. Interment in Lake Lawn Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations to Canon Hospice, 1221 S. Clearview Pkwy. 4th Fl., Jefferson, LA 70121. Information: (504) 835-2341. Times Picayune 04/1/2008. **************************************** 000702 Ranager - Louella Holland Ranager went home to be with her Lord on Wednesday, April 23, 2008, at the age of 102. She grew up in Lucedale, MS, but lived for many years in Chalmette and New Orleans, LA. She was the loving wife of the late Gaines Alfred Ranager, the precious mother of Marguerite Burrow and Freda Labat, the cherished grandmother of Richard Burrow, Connie Beal, Wayne Paul Labat and Ryan Labat, a wonderful mother-in-law to Wayne Labat and the late Gordon Burrow, a special grandmother-in- law to Robin, Michael, Kelly and Marjorie, and beloved great-grandmother of Danny, Alex, Becky, Austin and Winter. Preceeded in death by her parents, Talton Ebenezer Holland and Lula Saphira Davis Holland, she is also loved and remembered by numerous nieces, nephews and friends. She loved children, delighted in rocking babies, and faithfully shared her faith in Jesus. Her favorite verse of scripture was Proverbs 3:5-6. "Trust in the Lord with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding. In all thy ways acknowledge him, and he shall direct thy paths." Relatives and friends are invited to attend a visitation to be held at St. Bernard Memorial Funeral Home, 701 W. Virtue Street, Chalmette, LA. on Sunday afternoon, April 27, 2008 from 4:00 PM until 6:00 PM and Monday morning, April 28, 2008 from 8:30 AM until 10:30 AM. A Funeral Service will begin in the Funeral Home Chapel at 10:30 AM. Burial will follow in St. Bernard Memorial Gardens. In lieu of flowers, donation to: New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary Women's Auxillary, 3939 Gentilly Blvd., New Orleans, Louisiana 70126 in memory of Mrs. Louella Holland Ranager will be appreciated. Times Picayune 04/26/2008 **************************************** 000703 Randazzo - Josephine Loyacano Randazzo, age 75, died on Thursday, April 3, 2008 at 12:12 PM. Loving wife of the late Lawrence J. Randazzo. Beloved Mother of Lorene Ann Randazzo, Salvador J. Randazzo, Petrina Randazzo Meyers, wife of Kendall J. Meyers; and Joel Randazzo Forjet, wife of Felix E. Forjet, Jr. Daughter of the late Anna Ries Loyacano and Joseph Loyacano. Half Sister of the late Ollie Loyacano Catalanotto and Mary Loyacano Buras. Grandmother of Felix E. Forjet III, fiance' of Kayla Canepa and Lauren E. Forjet. Great grandmother of Felix E. Forjet, IV. Godmother of Joycelyn Buras. Also survived by former son-in-law James P. Chelette as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Mrs. Randazzo was a native of New Orleans and a resident of St. Bernard Parish for over 50 years. She and her husband Lawrence J. Randazzo were co-owners of Randazzo's Hilan Bakery in Chalmette. Funeral services were held at St. Bernard Memorial Funeral Home, 701 W. Virtue Street, Chalmette, LA. on Saturday, April 5, 2008 from 12 Noon until 2:30 PM. A funeral service will begin at 2:30 PM followed by private interment. In lieu of flowers, the family request donations to the American Diabetes Association, 3340 Severn Ave., Metairie, Louisiana 70002 in memory of Mrs. Josephine Randazzo. Times Picayune 04/5/2008. **************************************** 000704 Randolph - Climie Mae Randolph passed away peacefully and went home to Jesus on Tuesday, April 22, 2008, at the age of 88. Beloved wife of the late Joseph Randolph. Daughter of the late Harvey and Carrie Jefferson. Mother of Doris Randolph Pullet. Grandmother of Savanah Temple and the late Tanya Faith Smith. She is also survived by a great granddaughter, Shavonne Temple and one brother, Ezelle Jefferson. A native of Mississippi and resident of Indenola, MS. Relatives and friends are invited to attend a Funeral Service at South Pleasant Hill Bapitst Church, Prentiss MS on Monday, April 28, 2008 at 1:00 p.m. Visitation will begin at 11:00 a.m. Interment Pleasant Hill Cemetery, Prentiss, MS. Arrangements entrusted to Johnson Funeral Home, 112 Fred St., Prentiss, MS 39474, (601)792-5629. Times Picayune 04/27/2008. **************************************** 000705 Rawlins - Katherine Hayes Rawlins passed away on Monday, April 7, 2008 at the age of 88. Born in Woodville, IL and a resident of Kenner, LA for the past 58 years. Beloved wife of the late Robert L. Rawlins, Sr. by second marriage and the late Charles L. Hayes by first marriage. Mother of Phyllis Hayes Offner, Judith Hayes Pillittere and Charles W. "Bill" Hayes. Stepmother of Deborrah R. Lee and the late Robert L. Rawlins, Jr. Daughter of the late Christopher and Elsie Cummings. Sister of the late Dorothy C. Christian and Francis Cummings. Also survived by 8 grandchildren, 7 step grandchildren and numerous great- grandchildren. 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 Thursday, April 10, 2008 at 10:30 a.m. Visitation from 8:30 a.m. until time of service. Interment in Loranger Community Cemetery in Loranger, LA. Times Picayune 04/9/2008. **************************************** 000706 Reddick - Clarence Warren Reddick, Sr. on April 18, 2008 at 5:55 at Hampton Inn Hospice in Houston, TX. Beloved husband of the late Catherine E. Reddick. Father of Kathy A. (Willie) Green, Clarence W. (Angela) Reddick, Jr. and Anita M. (James) Campbell. Son of the late John W. and Cinderella J. Reddick. Brother of Augusta Davis, Bernice Smith and the late Dolly Edgerson, Daniel, Wilfred, John, Edward, Sr., Lawrence and Louis Reddick, Sr. Brother-in-law of Murphy Smith, Helen and Bernice Reddick and the late Grace, Rosita Reddick and Rev. George Edgerson. Grandfather of Joel, Aroel and Dominique Green, Benjamin Reddick, Daruis Campbell. Great grandfather of A'Laija Green and Laihla Scott. Also survived by a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend Funeral Services on Friday, April 25, 2008 at 11:00 a.m. at Israelite Baptist Church, 144 Villary Dr., Belle Chasse, LA. Rev. Kenneth Parker, officiating. Visitation will begin at 9:00 a.m. Interment in Fisher Cemetery Port Sulpur, LA. Professional Services Entrusted To Murray Henderson Funeral Home 1209 Teche Street Algiers Times Picayune 04/24/2008. **************************************** 000707 Reed - Addie Lee "Puddin" "Barbara George" Reed on Monday, April 7, 2008 at 1:55p.m at Baton Rouge General, where she lived after Katrina. A singer and song writer educated in N.O. Public Schools, known for the song "I Know You Don't Love Me No More", and singing with Walter "Wolf Man" Washington and other greats, employed by the Associates Catholic Charities in Baton Rouge, LA. Ms. Reed was inducted to the La. Treasures Hall Of Fame for her world renown entertainment and vocal musical sounds. Daughter of the late Vance Coleman and Ida Eddins. Mother of Lorne Williams of L.A. CA , and the late Joseph Perkins, Raymond Williams and Reginald Johnson. Mother-in-law of Shaunte Paul of L.A. CA. Also survived by 15 grandchildren, devoted cousins Lydia Bush, Jessie Mae Coleman, and a host of other relatives and friends. Relatives and friends of the family; also pastors, officers, members of Ebenezer B.C, Discipleship M.B.C., Macedonia B.C., Musicians Union and Surrounding Churches are invited to attend the Funeral Services on Friday, April 18, 2008 at 11:00am at Ebenezer Missionary Baptist Church, 2415 S. Claiborne Ave. Rev. Jermaine Landrum - Officiating. Visitation 10:00am. Interment Providence Cemetery. Services entrusted to Louisiana Undertaking Company, Inc. 1449 N. Claiborne Avenue New Orleans, Louisiana 70116 Information: (504) 945-2145 Jeffery K. Jenkins / Renard A. Boissiere Fatima B. Conner Directors Times Picayune 04/17/2008. **************************************** 000708 Reilly - Francis L. "Jake" Reilly, III on Monday, April 7, 2008 at 10:12 PM. Age 76 years. Beloved husband of Jean Adragna Reilly. Father of Scarlet R. Quinton (John), Francis "Mickey" L. Reilly IV (Frannie), Timothy S. Reilly (Donna), and Kelly R. Jennings (Troy). Brother of Joyce R. Lewis. Grandfather of Timothy and Brent Reilly and Bailey and Cullen Jennings. Also survived by 3 great grandchildren. Son of the late Francis L. Reilly, Jr. and Hilda Breaux Reilly. He was a native of New Orleans and a resident of St. Bernard Parish. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Funeral Services at ST. BERNARD MEMORIAL FUNERAL HOME, 701 West Virtue Street, Chalmette, LA 70043, on Friday, April 11, 2008 at 11:00 AM. Interment will follow in St. Bernard Memorial Gardens. Visitation from 9:00 AM until time of service on Friday. Times Picayune 04/10/2008. **************************************** 000709 Reimann - Travis Anthony Reimann - December 11, 1967 to Wednesday, April 16, 2008. Son of the late Michael Thomas and Janice Claire. Brother of Michael Bernard and Christopher Michael. Father of Jordan, Olivia, and Tiffany. Friend and minister to the members of Victory Fellowship Church and Broad Street Mission. Graduate and disciple of Jesus Miracle Power. Mentor and minister to the homeless and defender of the weak. He will be sadly missed by this generation, but his witness will impact generations to come. "Are not all angels ministering spirits sent to serve those who will inherit salvation?" Hebrews 1:14 A Memorial Service will be held on Monday, April 21, 2008, 10:00AM, at Victory Fellowship Church, 5708 Airline Drive, Metairie, LA. Services entrusted to: Professional Funeral Services 1620 Elysian Fields Ave. New Orleans, Louisiana (504) 948-7447 Times Picayune 04/19/2008. **************************************** 000710 Reimonenq - Simeon Bernard Reimonenq, Sr. died on Friday, April 11, 2008 in Pearland, Texas. He was 73 years old. He is survived by his beloved wife, Edith Morris Reimonenq, their four children Carlene Reimonenq Stephens (Terrence), Simeon B. Reimonenq, Jr. (Linda), Lyndon J. Reimonenq (Crystal) and Darrin J. Reimonenq, Sr. (Darlene), one brother Michael Reimonenq, Sr. ; ten grandchildren, as well as a host of sisters-in-law, brothers-in-law, nieces, nephews and other relatives and friends. Relatives and friends of the family, also Priest and Parishioners of St. Leo the Great Catholic Church are invited to attend the Visitation on Wednesday, April 16, 2008 at St. Leo the Great Catholic Church, 2916 Paris Avenue, New Orleans, Louisiana from 9:00 am until 10:00 am. Followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 10:00 am. Interment Mt. Olivet Cemetery, New Orleans, Louisiana. No Wake. You may sign the guest book on nola.com/obits. GERTRUDE GEDDES WILLIS FUNERAL HOME INC., IN CHARGE. Times Picayune 04/15/2008. **************************************** 000711 Ricard - Carmen "Maw Maw" Romero Ricard passed away on Monday, April 14, 2008 at Canon Hospice in River Ridge, LA from Cancer at age 84. A lifelong resident of New Orleans, who retired from Gosserard Superior Printers. Her joy of cooking was shared with others at various festivals; including the 1984 World's Fair, a Louisiana Folk life Festival with the Smithsonian Institute and numerous New Orleans Jazz Festivals. Wife of the late Ulysses S. Ricard Sr. Mother of Bernadette Ricard and the late Ulysses S. Ricard Jr. Sister of the late Arthur Romero Jr. Beloved grandmother of Lisa Badon LeDuff and husband Don, Mia Badon Bournes and husband Sidney. She is survived by 8 great grandchildren: Don Patrick, Brandon, Megan, Tyler, Jessica, Chris, Jourdan and Kasey, a host of nieces and nephews, other relatives and friends. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the funeral. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Monday, April 21, 2008 at Our Lady Star of the Sea Catholic Church, 1835 St. Roch Ave., NOLA---10:00 AM. Interment St. Louis No. 3 Cemetery. Visitation 8:30 AM in the church. CHARBONNET-LABAT-GLAPION, Directors 581-4411 Times Picayune 04/20/2008. **************************************** 000712 Richard - Delamin Joseph "Cheese, Red, Shorty" Richard, Jr. on April 17, 2008. He was 63 years old, born on March 10, 1945 in Donaldsonville, LA to Stella Landry Gibson Richard and Delmain Joseph Richard, Sr. As a child Delmain attended Ascension Catholic School and graduated from Lowery High School, moving to New Orleans later in life; he lived there for 45 years, before Katrina forced him to Houston, TX. While there Delmain devoted his life to Christ at Word of Life Christian Center under the leadership of Pastor Leroy Thompson. Left to cherish his memories are wife, Sharon Alfred Richard; children, Kurvine Joseph (Lee Ann Heaten) Alfred, Germain C. (Dennis) Bridges, Brandon and Keyon Ford, Deanna Brown, Sharon (Damian) Becnel, Jacqueline (Rodney) Davis, Danny (Evangeline), Dennis Joseph (Danielle), Darryl and Delmain Richard III. Brother of Ronald, Romel (Lisa), Lester (Earline), Anthony, Wade (Tony), Fortrell (Terri), Cantrell, Clark (Elaine) and Lorraine Richard, Gail (Stanford) Perkins, Brenda (George) Coleman, Gloria and (Kevin) Mayho. Also survived by 3 godchildren, 16 grandchildren, 3 great grandchildren, 10 sisters and brothers-in-law, a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. All are invited to attend the Wake Service on Friday, April 25, 2008 at Charbonnet-Labat- Glapion Funeral Home, 1615 St. Philip St., NOLA---7:00 PM. Visitation 5:00 PM in the Family Center. A funeral will be held on Saturday, April 26, 2008 at Brazier-Watson Funeral Home, 623 Railroad Ave., Donaldsonville, LA---11:00 AM. Visitation 9:00 AM in Donaldsonville. Interment Protestant Cemetery in Donaldsonville, LA. CHARBONNET-LABAT-GLAPION, Directors 581-4411 Times Picayune 04/25/2008. **************************************** 000713 Richard - Linda Joy "Ms. Brown" Richard, a native of New Orleans, Louisiana, was received by God on Thursday evening, April 17, 2008 at Earl K. Long Hospital, Baton Rouge, Louisiana following a brief illness. Linda was 53 years old. She is survived by one daughter, Nicole Richard Dix, son-in-law, Michael Dix Jr., three grandchildren: Nierra, Kierra and Michael, twin sister, Linda Ann Holmes. Linda is preceded in death by her parents Otis Richard Jr., and Naomi P. Cook. Family and friends are invited to attend a Memorial Service on Saturday, April 26, 2008 at Le Roux, 1700 Louisiana Avenue at 11:00am. Arrangements by D.W. Rhodes Funeral Home 1728 N. Claiborne Ave. - NOLA. Times Picayune 04/25/2008. **************************************** 000714 Richard - Verdun Mintor Richard, age 90, a retired cattleman, grocer and boilermaker, died Monday, April 7, 2008 at St. Elizabeth Hospital, Gonzales, LA. He was a native of Springfield, LA and resident of Whitehall, LA. He is survived by two daughters and a son-in-law: Gloria and Ralph Dupuy and Denise Richard all of LaPlace, LA; three sons and two daughters-in-law: Charles and Jeanette Richard, Ponchatoula, LA, Melvin Richard, Whitehall, LA and Paul and Docie Richard, Bay City, Texas; four sisters: Yeola Jones, Livingston, LA, Audrey Tyler, Tuscaloosa, AL and Aline Templet, Gonzales, LA; two brothers: Calvin and Earl Penalber both of Prairieville, LA; and eight grandchildren, ten great-grandchildren and two great-great-grandchildren. Preceded in death by his wife, Bille Langdon Richard; father. Dr. Clay "C.V." Richard; mother Celeste Fontentot Richard Penalber; step-father, Richard Penalber; daughter, Joann Brown; and two sisters and three brothers. Visitation at St. Stephen's Catholic Church, Whitehall, LA on Thursday, April 10, 2008 from 9:30 a.m. until Mass of Christian Burial at 11:00 a.m. The Rev. Ruben Reynolds, celebrant. Interment in Whitehall Community Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the charity of your choice or for Memorial Masses. Arrangements by OursoFuenral Home, Gonzales,LA. Times Picayune 04/9/2008 **************************************** 000715 Richardson - Gloria Herrmann Richardson passed away at age 73 on Thursday, March 13, 2008. A retired RN, she graduated from Touro Infirmary School of Nursing in 1957. She was a Red Cross volunteer for 15 years and a founding member of Lutheran Nursing Home. Beloved mother of Georgette Morgan, grandmother of Mandy Matyas and Justin Brown, daughter of the late Gustave George Herrmann and Pauline Marguerite Schull, and sister of Paul J. Herrmann. Services to be held at 10 a.m. on Saturday, April 5 th at St. Henry's Church, 812 Gen. Pershing St. and Napoleon Ave. Interment to follow at noon at Lake Lawn Cemetery. Times Picayune 04/4/2008. **************************************** 000716 Richmond - Imbree Charles Richmond, proprietor and manager of Washington Funeral Home of Tylertown, MS, on Friday, April 11, 2008 at University Hospital in Jackson, MS. Funeral Services will be held at Southwest Event Center, Tylertown, MS on Thursday, April 17, 2008 for 11:00 a.m. Bishop Walter J. Smith, officiating. Remains will lie in sate at Washington Funeral Home Wednesday from 10:00 a.m. until 6:00 p.m. Final Dismissal and Committal Services at South Pleasant Hill MBC, Prentiss, MS Thursday for 1:30 p.m. with interment in Church Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to the Richmond Youth Scholarship Fund, P.O. Box 172 Tylertown, MS 39667. Professional services entrusted to WASHINTON FUNERAL HOME COOK-RICHMOND FUNERAL HOME Bogalusa, LA. Information: (601) 876-3634 Courtesy of Littlejohn Funeral Home Times Picayune 04/16/2008. **************************************** 000717 Richoux - Henryson "Henry" Joseph Richoux, age 94 years, passed away at his home on Friday, April 18, 2008. Beloved husband of seventy-four years of Grace Boudreaux Richoux. Loving father of Dolores Rogers; Ronald Richoux, (wife, Mary Ann); James Richoux, (wife, Norma Jean); Betty David; Barbara Halphen, (husband, Robert); Myrtle Vegas, (husband, Carroll) and Melvina Gunther, (husband, Raymond). Son of the late Joseph D. Richoux, Sr. and Melvina Adams Richoux. Brother of Woodrow Richoux, Joseph Richoux, Jr. and the late Cora Wingo, Eva Ledet and Louise Ullo. Also survived by 18 grandchildren, 29 great-grandchildren, 18 great-great grandchildren and many other loving relatives and friends. Mr. Richoux was preceded in death by 4 grandchildren and 2 great-grandchildren. The family would like to express their appreciation to Tamika Adams, Pam Merrick and Karen Martin of Concerned Care Hospice for their loving care given to Mr. Richoux. Relatives, friends of the family and members of the Knights of Columbus #4222 and the Ladies Auxiliary are invited to attend the Funeral Mass from Immaculate Conception Church, 4401 Seventh St., Marrero, LA, on Monday, April 21, 2008 at 12:00 PM. Interment will follow in Westlawn Memorial Park Cemetery. Visitation will be held on Monday, April 21st at WESTSIDE/LEITZ-EAGAN FUNERAL HOME, 5101 Westbank Expressway, Marrero, LA, on Monday from 9:00 AM until 11:30 AM. For information, call 341-9421. Times Picayune 04/20/2008 **************************************** 000718 Rickert - Mary Rickert, 85, died April 7, 2008 at the home of her daughter in Hutchinson, KS. She was born April 13, 1922 in New Orleans where she resided for most of her life. In the 17 years preceding Hurricane Katrina, she enjoyed living in Rouquette Lodge in Mandeville. After the storm, she moved to Hutchinson, Kansas, where she lived until her death. She married Leo V. Rickert in 1945 in San Antonio, TX. He died in 1981. Survivors include 2 sons, Kurt, Hutchinson, KS and Stephen, New Orleans, 3 daughters, Susan Jones, Hutchinson, KS, Jane Sambola, Brentwood, TN, and Nancy Mistretta, New Orleans, 1 sister, Lena Ferran, Metairie, 10 grandchildren and 2 great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by 1 brother, Albert Cotogno, 2 sisters, Josephine Serpas, and Philippine McManus. Mary devoted her entire life to her family. She loved the simple things like a good cup of coffee, boiled crabs, and an oyster po-boy. She was a great cook and will be remembered for her unique sense of humor. C'est la Vie! And Dat's Dat! Memorial services will be held at St. Francis Xavier Church on Saturday, May 24th at 11:00 AM. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society in care of Penwell-Gabel Funeral Home and Crematory, 300 E. 30th Ave, Hutchinson, KS 67502. To leave a personal message for the family, visit: www.PenwellGabel.com. Times Picayune 04/15/2008. **************************************** 000719 Rigol - Rafael (Raffy) Richard Rigol passed away on Friday, April 18, at home in Los Alamos, New Mexico. Age 52 years. Raffy was a native of Metairie, and the husband of the late Jeanne Melancon. He will be sadly missed by his two brothers, John Rigol Jr. and James Rigol, and by three stepsons, Dennis, Benjamin and Cletus Melancon. In addition, Raffy will be sadly missed by his neighbor, Tim Singleton, as well as his nieces, nephews and fishing buddies. He was predeceased by his mother, Lilly Weishock Rigol and father, John A. Rigol, Sr. His fishing buddies will surely think of him when casting a line for the specs and reds. Relatives and friends are invited to attend a memorial service at Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church, 3700 Canyon Rd., Los Alamos, NM 87544 at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday, April 24. Times Picayune 04/24/2008. **************************************** 000720 Riley - Bernard John Riley, Jr., 83, passed away April 3, 2008 in Houston, Texas. A native of New Orleans, Bernie relocated to Houston after Hurricane Katrina. He is a veteran of World War II, serving as Captain in the United States Air Force. Upon his discharge, he worked for the Naval Support Electronics Activity as Head of the Naval Electronics Command where his assignments resulted in many engineering achievements. His parents, Bernard J Riley, Sr. and Mabel H Riley and his brother Ray Riley precede him in death. He is survived by Laverne, his loving wife of 58 years, son Bernard John Riley III and wife Shamae of Ft Lauderdale, daughters Geralyn Hageman and husband Bill of Houston and Alyce Mathias and husband Jim of Tampa; grandchildren Allen Riley, Rosemary R. Steed, Michael Riley, Claire Mathias, Mitchell Mathias and Andrew Mathias; 5 step grandchildren, 4 great-grandchildren, many nieces, nephews and brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law. Bernie was an Amateur Radio operator (W5KOQ), loved sailing his South Coast 23, and was a member of the New Orleans Yacht Club. He will be remembered and missed by all that knew and loved him. Family and friends are invited to a visitation with the family at 10am Friday, April 18th at St Phillip Neri Catholic Church in Metairie. The Funeral Mass will follow at 11am. Entombment will follow at Lake Lawn Metairie Cemeteries. A reception for friends and family will be announced after the Funeral Mass. Times Picayune 04/14/2008. **************************************** 000721 Ringo - The Rev. Frank Ringo, Jr., Associate Minister of Pilgrim Baptist Church of Kenner, LA, died on Wednesday, April 9, 2008 at East Jefferson Hospital in Metairie, LA. Survivors include: his wife, Patricia St. Amant Ringo; 4 daughters: Lorraine Johnson, Kathy Ringo, Charlotte Ringo and Francine Ford; 2 stepsons: Kevin W. St. Amant and Armand D. Sonnier II; 1 nephew that he was instrumental in rearing, Darryl Thompson; 2 sons-in-law: Herman Johnson and Derek Ford; 12 grandchildren; 1 uncle, David McMillon; 10 siblings, 1 sister-in-law, 1 brother-in-law, a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends. Relatives and friends of the family, also pastor, officers and members of Pilgrim Baptist Church and all neighboring churches; employees of East Jefferson Intensive Care Unit, Doctor's Sonia Alvarez, Rick Harris and Dr. Melcher, Avis Rental Car and EATEL/Sunshine Pages are invited to attend the Funeral Services from Pilgrim Baptist Church, 2114 Rev. Richard Wilson Dr., Kenner, LA on Saturday, April 19, 2008 at 10:00 a.m. Rev Mitchell Stevens, officiating. Viewing will begin at 8:00 a.m. Interment: Providence Memorial Park, Metairie, LA. Richardson Funeral Home of Jefferson in charge of arrangements. Times Picayune 04/18/2008. **************************************** 000722 Robertson - Darrell Maurice Robertson, age 56, died on Tuesday, April 8, 2008 in Fort Worth, Texas. Beloved husband of Beverly Trutman Robertson. Son of Dorothy Auzout. Father of Torrie (Joseph) Shepherd, Darrellyn and Toni Robertson. Brother of Larry (Audrey) Robertson, Donald (Barbara) Robertson, Malcolm (Levern) Robertson, Janice Willis, Gregory (Erma) Auzout and the late Michael Robertson and William Blake. Also survived by an uncle, nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends. Relatives and friends of the family, also pastors, officers and members of Williams-Ross United Methodist Church and the University of New Orleans are invited to attend the service. Funeral Service on Saturday, April 12, 2008 in the Chapel of the Roses of Charbonnet-Labat-Glapion Funeral Home, 1615 St. Philip St., New Orleans, LA at 11 o'clock AM. Interment Providence Memorial Park, Metairie, LA. Visitation 10 o'clock AM in the chapel. CHARBONNET-LABAT-GLAPION, Directors (504) 581-4411 Times Picayune 04/11/2008 **************************************** 000723 Robichaux - Lerabelle G. Robichaux, longtime resident of New Orleans, LA and most recently of Slidell, LA on, Monday, February 25, 2008, at Slidell Memorial Hospital, died of complications from lung disease. She was 86 years of age. Wife of the late Dr. Arthur L. Robichaux, she was a mother and home-maker; she is survived by her three children: Rene T. Robichaux, Anne Robichaux Mooney, and R. Michael Robichaux. Also survived by her 9 grandchildren and 7 great-grandchildren. A native of Bellevue, Texas, she was an alumnus of Texas Women's College in Denton, TX. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the Memorial Services at FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH, 433 Erlanger Street, Slidell, LA 70458 on Thursday, April 17, 2008 at 10:00 AM. Rev. Wybra Price, II & Pattye D. Hewitt, officiating. Visitation and gathering will follow the service in the church fellowship hall until 1:00 PM. Interment will be at St. Joseph's Abbey Cemetery in Covington, LA. In lieu of flowers, the family request donations to the Light-House for the Blind, 123 State St., New Orleans, LA 70118. Times Picayune 04/15/2008. **************************************** 000724 Robins - Vivian Robins was received into the loving arms of Jesus on Sunday, April 13, 2008. Beloved daughter of the late Vivian and George Nicholson. Wife of Cinencio A. Amador. Mother of Sheleen, Frank and Sandra Robins, Monique Gabriel, Johnny Green and the late Joshua Green. Mother-in- law of Aisha Martin. Sister of Barbara Johnson, Carolyn Lysons, Sandra, Herbert and Ramon Williams, Leonard Robins, Floyd and George Nicholson. Also survived by 15 grandchildren and a host of cousins, nieces, nephews and other relatives and friends. A longtime resident of New Orleans, LA. Relatives and friends of the family, also Pastors, Officers and Members of St. Bernard Community Church are invited to attend the Visitation on Tuesday, April 22, 2008 at St. Bernard Community Church, 3938 St. Bernard Avenue, from 9:00 am until 10:00 am. Followed by Funeral Services at 10:00 am. Interment Providence Memorial Park. No Wake. You may sign the guest book on nola.com/obits. GERTRUDE GEDDES WILLIS FUNERAL HOME, INC. IN CHARGE. Times Picayune 04/21/2008. **************************************** 000725 Robinson - Eavy Alberta Robinson died in Houston, TX on Friday, April 18, 2008 at the age of 101. She was born in Brook Haven, MS and was a native of Kenner, LA. She is survived by 4 children, Jesse Jr., Roy, Maudrie, Genoice; 25 grandchildren, 45 great grandchildren and 12 great-great grandchildren. Mrs. Robinson belonged to S.D.A. church in Kenner, LA. She is preceded in death by her husband, Jesse and her children, Nora, Dorothy and Ernest. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Funeral Services at Ephesus Seventh Day Adventist, 2400 Delachaise St., New Orleans, LA, on Monday, April 28, 2008 at 10:00 a.m. Viewing will begin at 8:00 a.m. Interment: Belle Grove Cemetery, Kenner, LA. Richardson Funeral Home of Jefferson in charge of arrangements. Times Picayune 04/27/2008. **************************************** 000726 Robinson - Geraldine Lewis Robinson was born on August 17, 1939 in New Orleans, La. to the late Alphonso Lewis and Ella Mae West. She departed this life on March 31, 2008 at 5:18am. Geraldine is preceded in death by her daughter Ella Mae Robinson and her son "Bob" Lee Edward Robinson, Jr. Geraldine leaves to cherish and carry on her precious memories her daughter Susan Robinson, her brother Johnny Smith, Jr., a devoted friend and lifelong sister Emma Dean Singleton and a host of grandchildren, great grandchildren, one great-great grandchild, other relatives, in-laws and friends. A Funeral Service will be held on Saturday, April 5, 2008 at 8:45am at Majestic Mortuary, 1833 Oretha C. Haley Blvd. Visitation will begin at 7:45am. Interment in Resthaven Memorial Park. Arrangements entrusted to Majestic Mortuary (504) 523-5872 Times Picayune 04/5/2008. **************************************** 000727 Rocha - Stacey Ann Rocha passed away in Covington, LA on Saturday, March 29, 2008 at the age of 44. Stacey was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Covington, LA for the past 14 years. Beloved mother of Ashley Nicole Rocha. Sister of Allen Jube Jr., Kim Guardiola and Ronald Jaeger Jr. Daughter of Linda and Ronald Jaeger. Granddaughter of Rita I. Eskine Doucet. Aunt of Allen Jube III and Jimmy Guardiola Jr. Best friend of Kim Campbell. 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, April 5, 2008 at 11:00 A.M. Interment in Barker McManus Cemetery. Visitation on Friday after 6:00 P.M. and on Saturday after 9:30 A.M. Times Picayune 04/2/2008. **************************************** 000728 Roche' - Darin "Weasel" Roche on Friday, April 18, 2008. Beloved son of Elliot A. Roche III and Ellen Craft Roche'. Brother of Noraeve Roche'. Uncle of Devin Roche', Darrion, David and Denora Variste. Longtime companion of Lynn Bolden. Also survived by a host of aunts, uncles, other relatives and friends. Age 41. Relatives and friends; priests and parishioners of St. Leo the Great C.C. and all neighboring churches; employees of McKendall Construction and Hillard Butler Construction are invited to attend the Mass of Christian Burial at St. Leo the Great C.C., 2916 Paris Ave. on Saturday, April 26, 2008 for 10:00 a.m. Father John Cisewski - celebrant. Church visitation Saturday 9:00 a.m. till hour of services. Entombment St. Louis Cemetery II. Professional services entrusted to LITTLEJOHN FUENRAL HOME 2163 Aubry Street Cal K. Johnson, Manager/Funeral Director Information: (504) 940-0045 ww.littlejohnfuneralhome.com Times Picayune 04/25/2008. **************************************** 000729 Roche - IVORY JABORIA ROCHE Born November 14, 1981 Died April 16, 2008 GONE BUT NOT FORGOTTEN. Ivory Jaboria Roche was born November 14, 1981, lived his life to the fullest while with us. He leaves behind his parents Willie and Helen Roche Smith, his brothers and their families Willie and Kewannia Roche and Johnell and Volanda Smith, his sister Audrey Marie Strength, his grandparents Lloyd Roche and the late Josephine Roche and his fiance' Minerva Oriev. He also leaves behind his goddaughters Linsey Glapion and Tanika Lagarde, a host of Aunts, Uncles, Cousins, Nieces, Nephews and Friends. He departed this life from us on Wednesday, April 15, 2008 but will live in our hearts forever. Services will be held Saturday, April 26, 2008 at 12:00 Noon at Mt. Sinai Methodist Church located at 1442 Ester Street, Harvey, LA. Times Picayune 04/24/2008. **************************************** 000730 Rodriguez - Dolores "Lola" Andrea Gomez Rodriguez passed away on Saturday, April 19, 2008. Beloved wife of the late Alberto G. Rodriguez. Loving mother of Eulalia "Beba" Estevez and the late Alberto S. Rodriguez. Mother-in-law of Carlos Estevez and Nidia Rodriguez. Grandmother of Lourdes Martinez, Maria Estevez, Alberto L. Rodriguez and Victor Rodriguez. Great-grandmother of Sofia, Ryan, Cristina, Alexandra, Nicholas, Skylar, Aaron and the late Angel and Marissa. Age 98 years. A native of Cuba and a resident of New Orleans for the past 40 years. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the Funeral. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated in the Chapel of SCHOEN FUNERAL HOME, 3827 Canal St., New Orleans, on Tuesday, April 22, 2008 at 1:30 pm. Visitation will be from 11:00 am until service time. Interment will be in St. Patrick Cemetery No. 1. Guestbook may be signed online at www.legacy.com. Times Picayune 04/21/2008. **************************************** 000731 Rogers - William Kenneth Rogers, Sr., or as affectionately named by his grandchildren "Mamou", died of an aortic aneurysm on Wednesday, April 23, 2008 at his residence, doing what he loved, piddling with his tools on the banks of Bayou St. John. He celebrated his 20th birthday this leap year surrounded by his immediate family. He was happy to have lived 80 wonderful years and was appreciative of his many blessings. He will be passionately remembered, and sadly missed, by: his loving wife of 58 years, Mary Elizabeth, his son, William Kenneth Rogers, Jr. JD of Sylacauga, AL; his daughters, Penny Lea Baumer and her husband Alvin A. of Madisonville, LA and Nancy Lynn Rogers, MD and her son Gregory W. Hall II of Lafayette, LA; his brother David Edward Rogers and his wife Rosemary; his sister Gloria Maria Rogers Dronen; in-laws, Larry and Sherry Herwick, Evelyn Rogers, and Judy Rogers. He is also survived by a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. He was preceded in death by one of the loves of his life, his grandson, Patrick Michael Lynch, Jr., his sister, Vera Maria Farhart; his brothers, Stephen Richard Rogers and Joseph William Rogers. A native of Rhode Island, he was a resident of New Orleans for the past 60 years. He served in the U.S. Navy during World War II., before attending Tulane University. He was the President and co-founder of Trend Seismic Corp. and worked in the seismic industry for over 40 years, and was an active member of the National and Local Geophysical Societies. During his student years at Tulane University, he devoted his time and worked with underprivileged children at the German Protestant Orphanage Asylum; and devoted his time by serving as a Scout Master to numerous scout dens. He later served as the Director of the renamed, State Street Children's Home for over 10 years. During his tenure as the home's director, he, with the help and guidance of his wife, assisted numerous underprivileged families. His second love was yachting. He was a member of the US Power Squadron for over 40 years. During that time, he served as the dock master for the New Orleans Power Squadron. He was stranded on a wooden ice box and miraculously survived 5 days in the Gulf of Mexico following the sinking of a friend's vessel. From this experience, he was able to teach survival skills in New Orleans to various nautical groups. Services were private. In lieu of usual remembrances, the family asks that you extend a random act of kindness to a stranger in his memory. Lake Lawn Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements. To sign and view the Family Guestbook, please visit www.lakelawnmetairie.com. Times Picayune 04/29/2008 - 5/1/2008. **************************************** 000732 Roper - John Mack Roper, a 20 year resident of Covington, LA and formerly of New Orleans, LA, passed away suddenly on Thursday, April 3, 2008 at 4:30 PM. John was the loving husband of Susan Armand Roper, the best father on earth to John Howell Roper and his wife Jennifer O'Brien Roper, Abigail Elizabeth Roper, and Christyl Angelle Elizabeth Roper, and grandfather to Spencer Allen Nicholas and Madeline McClendon Roper. Born in Washington, DC, the son of John Howell Roper and Mary Polhill Roper, John attended Sidwell Friends School and later earned degrees from Washington & Lee University in Lexington, VA, Tulane University of New Orleans and LSU Law School in Baton Rouge. John worked as an attorney for Exxon Corporation until his retirement. John is also survived by a sister, Sandra Roper Hardy, and other loving family in Florida and Georgia. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend a Memorial Service on Saturday, April 5, 2008 at 3:00 PM at First Baptist Church of Covington, 16333 Highway 1085, Covington, LA. Visitation will begin on Saturday at 1:00 PM. In lieu of flowers, the family has requested memorials be sent to the Covington Rotary Foundation Feeding the Needy Program, a charity John loved working with at Christmas time. The family would also like to thank the doctors, nurses and staff of St. Tammany Parish Hospital for their care and compassion. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to E.J. Fielding Funeral Home of Covington. Sign Guest Book online at www.ejfieldingfh.com. Times Picayune 04/5/2008. **************************************** 000733 Rose - Alice T. Rose succumbs at 91 Alice Thibodaux Rose, 91, born in Louisa and a long time resident of Franklin, died Wednesday, April 2, 2008, at 4:35pm at the Franklin Foundation Hospital. She was a long time member, as well as past-President of the Franklin Garden Club, and as a member served as the first Louisiana Clean Team Chairman in Franklin. She was a charter member of the Franklin Republican Women's Club. In 1963, she received the Woman of the Year Business and Professional Women's Club award. Mrs. Rose was active in the Live Oak Tree Society of the Louisiana Garden Club Federation. She was a charter member of the Krewe of Sucrose. As a member, Mrs. Rose was the designer and creator of the past-King's Flag for the Krewe of Sucrose and also on the committee that designed and decorated the Krewe's King's floats for years. As a young woman, Mrs. Rose was the owner and operator of Art Beauty Salon in Franklin. She was a member of the Miracle Mission Church. Mrs. Rose was an avid painter, loved gardening, family and friends. She was a very special friend, wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother, and great great grand mother. There will never be another person like Alice Rose. She will be sorely missed by all that had the blessing of knowing her. She is survived by her son, David Crawford Rose Sr. and his wife, Sarah, both of Franklin; her two daughters, Carolyn Rose Junca Rentrop and her husband, Dale Rentrop Sr., both of Berwick and Linda Rose Abbott and her husband, Lawrence Abbott Sr., both of Covington; her brother, Jack Thibodaux of Franklin; 13 grandchildren; 18 great grandchildren and one great great granddaughter. She was preceded in death by her husband, Marion "Buster" Crawford Rose; her father, Eugene Henri Thibodaux Sr.; her mother, Theresé Bernard Thibodaux; her brother, Eugene H. Thibodaux Jr.; her two sisters, Odette T. Toups and Myrtle T. Robicheaux Cissna. Visitation will be Friday at Ibert's from 6pm to 9pm. Visitation will resume Saturday morning at Ibert's at 10am to 2pm. Funeral services will begin Saturday at Ibert's at 2pm, with Rev. Steve Luke officiating. Burial will follow in the Franklin Cemetery. Arrangements have been entrusted to Ibert's Mortuary, Inc. of Franklin. Times Picayune 04/4/2008. **************************************** 000734 Rose - Earl William Rose, Jr., was born in New Orleans, LA on the Fourth of July, 1941 and died at Touro Infirmary on Thursday, April 10, 2008. Age 66 years. Beloved husband of Lydia Haas Rose. Father of Rebecca Ashleigh Rose Collins (husband Richard Edward Collins III) and Benjamin Morgan Rose (wife Yukiko Kanazawa Rose). Son of the late Teresa Schmit Rose and Earl William Rose, Sr. Grandfather of Richard Edward Collins IV, Abigail Rose Collins, Luke Samuel Collins, Sophia Louise Collins and the late Charles Gabriel Collins. Mr. Rose was a graduate of Holy Cross High School. He received a B.S. from St. Edwards University in Austin, Texas, and a J.D. and M.B.A. from Loyola University of New Orleans. He practiced law in New Orleans for 30 years for Lawyer's Title; Marullo and Mora; Imbornone, Rose, and Winkler; and LaBorde and Associates. He was also an executive at Morgan Express, Inc. Mr. Rose was a member of the Louisiana Bar Association, American Bar Association, Kappa Pi Sigma, Delta Theta Pi, Knights of Columbus, Metairie Kennel Club, Louisiana Kennel Club, Basset Hound Club of New Orleans, Metairie Power Squadron, Federation of Fly Fishers, New Orleans Fly Fishers Club, Trout Unlimited, Gulf States Mycological Society, Quail Unlimited, Crescent City Cycling Club, the Tally-Ho Club, Crescent City Stamp Club, North American Versatile Hunting Dog Association and the Vizsla Club of America. Mr. Rose was a man of many interests who pursued various hobbies including fly fishing, cycling, upland game shooting, showing dogs for conformation, and foraging for wild mushrooms. He spent pleasant hours with family and friends cruising Louisiana's waterways aboard the houseboat The Morgana. An avid traveler who treasured his excursions to England, Greece, Russia and Japan - among other destinations - he thrived on novel experiences and acquaintances. Above all, he was a gourmand and excellent cook who loved to prepare New Orleans cuisine for friends and family. He will be sorely missed for his engaging wit, memorable tales, and genuine bonhomie. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Funeral Mass at LAKE LAWN METAIRIE FUNERAL HOME, 5100 Pontchartrain Blvd. on Monday, April 14, 2008 at 2:00 PM. Visitation will start at 12:00 noon. The Burial Service will be at Metairie Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations to the American Cancer Society, 2605 River Rd., New Orleans, LA. 70121. To view and sign family guestbook, visit www.lakelawnmetairie.com. Times Picayune 04/13/2008. **************************************** 000735 Rosselli - Gloria Louise Rosselli, age 80, passed away on Thursday, April 10, 2008. Beloved daughter of the late Dominick Rosselli and Sarah Rummel Rosselli. Also survived by her cousins, Rosemary Waltzer, Delores Rosselli, Tony Rosselli, Virginia Murphy, Joyce Fotenell and Pam Cochran; her dear friends, Suzanne Nobles and Rita McCann and other friends and relatives. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Funeral Service at LAKE LAWN METAIRIE FUNERAL HOME, 5100 Pontchartrain Blvd. (in Metairie Cemetery), on Saturday, April 12, 2008 at 2:00 p.m. Visitation will begin at 12:00 p.m. Interment will be private. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Hospice Care of your choice. To sign and view the Family Guestbook, please visit www.lakelawnmetairie.com. Times Picayune 04/17/2008 **************************************** 000736 Roth - Wayne Louis Roth Sr. passed away at Slidell Memorial Hospital on Sunday, April 6, 2008 at the age of 55. Wayne was a native of New Orleans, LA. and a resident of Slidell, LA. for the past 3 years. Beloved father of Wayne Louis Roth Jr., Ashley McDonald and Carl King. Brother of Sue Roth Eiserloh and companion, Dick L. Timms. Son of Mary Celeste Fieldsman and Andrew Julius Roth. Uncle of Troy A. Pridemore and Tommy J. Eiserloh. Relatives and friends of the Family are invited to attend the Memorial Service at St. Genevieve Catholic Church, 58203 Hwy. 433 Slidell, LA. on Monday, April 14, 2008 at 11:00 A.M. Interment Private. Visitation after 10:00A.M. Monday. In lieu of flowers donations to the American Heart Association Preferred. Bagnell & Son Funeral Home of Covington, LA. in Charge of Arrangements. Times Picayune 04/13/2008. **************************************** 000737 Roussel - Longtime resident of Dutchtown and native of Norco, Lewis E Roussel, 82, died Monday, April 7, 2008 at 7:20 am, surrounded by his family. He was a WWII veteran, a graduate of Delgado of New Orleans, and a member of Knights of Columbus Council 8342. After retiring from Copolymer Rubber and Chemical, he remained active by teaching art for St. Theresa of Avila School for several years and later substitute teaching in Ascension Parish Public Schools. During 50 years as a parishioner of St. John the Evangelist in Prairieville, he was active in youth athletic and religious education programs and served as a Eucharistic minister and a RCIA sponsor. He was preceded in death by his parents Lizzie and William Roussel of Norco, three brothers, and four sisters. He is survived by his wife Dolores Badeaux Roussel; three daughters and sons-in-law, Rhonda and Leon McGrew, Tina and Jeff Sergent, and Lisa and Willie LeBouef; a son and daughter-in-law Lewis and Monica Roussel; ten grandchildren, Erin McGrew Bennett, Nicole Jolissaint Moore, Lauren McGrew (Cole), Will LeBouef, Misty Cantu, Adam Jolissaint, Mandi Roussel, David LeBouef, Monique Roussel, and Trey Roussel; and seven great-grandchildren, in addition to the his hundreds of surrogate children whose lives he touched during his years as teacher, coach, mentor, and friend. Visitation is from 6 pm to 9 pm, Tuesday, April 8 at Ourso Funeral Home, Gonzales. Visitation at St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church, Prairieville, from 10 am until Mass of Christian Burial at 11:30 am, followed by interment at Hope Haven Prairieville Mausoleum. The family expresses its gratitude to the many family and friends who provided loving prayers and support during his illness and request that in lieu of flowers, donation be made to the St. John the Evangelist Building Fund. Times Picayune 04/8/2008. **************************************** 000738 Roussell - Dewey Batiste Roussell passed away on Wednesday, April 9, 2008. Beloved son of the late Rev. Ernest, Sr. and Beulah Gasper Roussell. Brother of Owen, Ann, Rev. Harold, Sr., Hilton, Sr., Glenn, Sr. and Joel Roussell, Sr. and the late Leona R. Williams, Mable R. Patterson, Vada and Ernest Roussell, Jr. Brother-in-law of Claudette, Annette, Patricia, Azalea, Debra and Valerie Roussell. Nephew of Lily Curly. Godfather of Tiffany Vada Thompson. Also survived by many devoted nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Age 67, a native of New Orleans, LA and a lifelong resident of Harvey, LA. Relatives and friends, also Pastors, officers and members of Mt. Pilgrim B.C., Greater New Salem B.C. of Houma, LA, Evening Star B.C. and all neighboring churches; employees of Jefferson Parish Public Works, Water, Recreation, Jeff Cap, Louis Howat & Son and St. Ville Elementary are invited to attend the Funeral Service at Mt. Pilgrim B.C., 922 Estalote St., Harvey, LA, on Saturday, April 19, 2008 at 10:00 a.m. Pastor John A Brooks, Sr., officiating. Viewing will be at 8:30 a.m. until service time at the above named church. Interment: Evening Star Cemetery. Arrangements by D.W. Rhodes Funeral Home, 1020 Virgil Street, Gretna, LA. Please visit our website at www.rhodesfuneral.com to sign guestbook. Times Picayune 04/18/2008. **************************************** 000739 Rousseve - Sister M. Theresa Vincent Rousseve (nee Marcella Marie Rousseve), daughter of the late Barthelemy Rousseve and Valentine Mansion, died on Tuesday, April 22, 2008 at Opelousas General Hospital in Opelousas, Louisiana at age 94. Sister Theresa Vincent was born in New Orleans, LA and lived there for many years of her religious life. She entered the Congregation of the Sisters of the Holy Family on September 8, 1934 and was a member for 74 years. She professed temporary vows on May 31, 1937 and perpetual vows on May 31, 1943. Sister ministered to God's people as a teacher, principal, and local leader in the following locations: St. Nicholas, Houston, Texas; Holy Ghost and Opelousas Catholic, Opelousas, Louisiana; Saint Paul, Lafayette, Louisiana; St. John Berchmans, Saint Mary's Academy, New Orleans, Louisiana. Sister also served as a member of the Administrative Leadership Team for many years. Sister Theresa Vincent was preceded in death by her brothers: Charles, Ferdinand, Numa, Rene and Father Maurice Rousseve, S.V.D.; and her sisters Leona and Leonie. She is survived by devoted nieces and nephews and a host of other relatives. Family and friends are invited to attend the Mass of Christian Burial, Monday, April 28, 2008 at 10:00 a.m. at Sisters of the Holy Family Mother House Chapel, 6901 Chef Menteur Hwy., New Orleans, Louisiana. Recitation of the Rosary and visitation will be from 8:00 am to 10:00 am. Interment will be in St. Louis Cemetery #2. MAJESTIC MORTUARY is in charge of all arrangements. Times Picayune 04/27/2008. **************************************** 000740 Rowell - Wylie G. Rowell, age 72, passed away on Monday, March 31, 2008. He is preceded in death by his father, Oscar Rowell and mother, Nannie Grobes. Wylie is survived by his brother, Oscar G. Rowell and his companion Janina J. Whalen. Services will be private. Services entrusted to the caring staff of: Professional Funeral Services, Inc. 1620 Elysian Fields Avenue New Orleans, LA 70117 (504) 948-7447 Times Picayune 04/7/2008. **************************************** 000741 Ruffin - Dawn Brown-Ruffin on Tuesday, April 15, 2008 entered into eternal rest. Survived by: her husband, Robert Ruffin; mother, Susie B. Wells; 5 children: Early, Dwayne, Ashika, Akisha and Lakisha Brown; 2 sisters: Diana Wells and Gilda Blanton; 5 grandchildren; and a host of other relatives and friends. Preceded in death by: her grandmother, Olevia Long; grandfather, Victor Bujoil; stepfather, Jerry Wells; sister, Carmen Delisa Brown; and father, joseph Sullivan. Funeral Service on Saturday, April 19, 2008 at 10:00 a.m. at First Emanuel Baptist Church, 1829 Carondelet St., N.O., LA 70130. Rev. Charles J. Southall III, Pastor; Rev. Eric J. Knatt, officiating. Visitation on Saturday beginning at 9:00 a.m. Final resting place: Providence Memorial Park & Mausoleum. Relatives and friends; pastors, officers and members of 2nd Bright Moring Star, First Emanuel and Greater Pleasant Green B.C's and neighboring churches; employees of Dryades YMCA, Xavier University and Liberto's Cleaners are invited to attend services. Professional services entrusted to GASKIN-SOUTH- GORDON & GORDON MORTUARY 1225 N. Rampart St., New Orleans, LA Information: (504) 566-9000 Times Picayune 04/18/2008. **************************************** 000742 Ruiz - John Joseph Ruiz, Sr., age 80, passed away on Wednesday, April 16, 2008. His wife of 53 years, Gloria Simoneaux Ruiz, devotedly cared for him in their home in River Ridge, Louisiana during the many years in which he was bed bound after a stroke. He is survived by six children: Mary Lydia, Pamela Ann, John Joseph Jr., Patrick John, Angela Marie, and Michael John. He is also survived by six grandchildren: John Wesley Fonteno, Jesse Barron Wilkison, Caroline Elizabeth and Madeline Ann Ruiz, Jeffrey Alan Ganucheau, and Baby Gloria Sutton Ruiz. He is survived by a son-in-law Dennis Wilkison and daughter-in-law Sutton Charles Ruiz. A native of Donaldsonville, Louisiana, Mr. Ruiz was predeceased by his maternal grandmother, Marie Mathilde Fernandez Ruiz, and his maternal aunt, Mary Lydia Ruiz, who raised him. Mr. Ruiz was very proud of his Spanish heritage as a descendant of the Islenos who came to Louisiana from the Canary Islands in the last half of the 18th century. Mr. Ruiz was a veteran of World War II where he served as a Private First Class in the U.S. Army Medical Corps where he cared for survivors of the Bataan Death March. After several jobs in New Orleans for a sugar refinery, a brewery and a coffee and beignet shop and working the docks, he opened a gas station in Donaldsonville. A few years later, Mr. Ruiz began his lifetime of employment with United Gas Pipeline Company (currently Occidental Petroleum) where he was first a communications specialist and then a supervisor. He worked with microwave communications technology in its early years. He adopted the citizen's band handle of " Steeple Jack" because his job required frequent climbs to the top of his microwave towers. In addition to his work at United Gas he operated a sideline business, Ruiz Electronics on Airline Highway in Kenner selling and repairing citizen band radios. Mr. Ruiz followed baseball and football, spending time with his children by engaging them in before and after dinner family games as well as coaching their team sports. All of his children and grandchildren were raised on the Notre Dame Fight song. He was an avid walker and bicyclist. He would walk his dearly loved dogs daily in the neighborhood and take his bicycle round trip on the levee from River Ridge to Audubon Park. Surviving a cerebral aneurysm just two weeks from his scheduled retirement, he lived to spoil each one of his beloved grandchildren. The children wish to express their admiration and gratitude to their mother for her twenty-four hour care of their father so that he could live out his last years at home as he wished. Thanks go out to Canon Hospice and all the sitters, aides, nurses, doctors and friends whose help made this possible. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the Funeral Mass at GARDEN OF MEMORIES FUNERAL HOME @ 4900 Airline Hwy, Metairie, LA on Saturday, April 19, 2008 at 10:30 AM. Visitation will be on Saturday, April 19, 2008 from 8:30 AM until the time of the Funeral Mass. Interment will be private in St. Elizabeth's Catholic Cemetery, Paincourtville, Louisiana. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in his memory to a charity. Friends may sign the on- line guestbook at www.legacy.com. Informaton at (504) 833- 3786. Times Picayune 04/18/2008. **************************************** 000743 Ruiz - Tommie Villarreal Ruiz of Fayetteville, GA, passed away Thursday, April 24, 2008. She was preceded in death by her son, William Joseph Ruiz and is survived by her children: Kathleen Himbert of Fayetteville, GA, Yolanda Jacob and her husband, Richard of New Orelans, LA, Guadalupe Ubas of Gretna, LA, Carolina Jordan and her husband, Fred Allen of Fayetteville, GA, Rosaleen Engeron and her husband, Bert of Elberta, GA, Vidal V. Ruiz of San Antonio, TX, Andrew Michael Ruiz of Harahan, LA and Elizabeth Ann Ruiz of Palmetto, GA; sisters: Esperanza Zorola and Isabel Palacios both of San Antonio, TX; 13 grandchildren and 13 great- grandchildren. A Funeral Liturgy will be celebrated Monday, April 28, 2008 at 1 o'clock p.m. at Saint Philip Benizi Cathollic Church in Jonesboro, GA with Father Mark Thomas, Celebrant. The family will receive friends 2 hours prior to the service at Parrott Funeral Home, Fairburn, GA, (770) 964-4800.. Those wishing my send an online condolence at www.parrottfuneralhome.com. Times Picayune 04/26/2008. **************************************** 000744 Ryan - Muriel C. Ryan died on Wednesday, April 9, 2008. Age 89 years. Beloved daughter of the late Florence Robinson Ryan and John D. Ryan. Sister of Marjorie Ryan Person (William H. Jr.). Aunt of William H. Person III (Carol), James T. Person Sr., (Deborah), John D. Person (Jean) and Robert J. Person (Cynthia). Also survived by great-nieces, great-nephews, great-great nieces and great- great nephews. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend a Funeral Mass at LAKE LAWN METAIRIE FUNERAL HOME, 5100 Pontchartrain Blvd. (in Metairie Cemetery) on Saturday, April 12, 2008 at 11:00 AM. Visitation Saturday morning from 9:00 AM until funeral time. Interment will follow in Lake Lawn Park Mausoleum. In lieu of usual remembrances, masses preferred. To view and sign the family guest book, visit www.lakelawnmetairie.com. Times Picayune 04/11/2008 **************************************** 000745 Saddler - Alice Margaret Faucheaux Saddler passed away at Lakeview Regional Medical Center on Tuesday, April 8, 2008 at the age of 80. Alice was a native of Westwego, LA and a resident of Abita Springs, LA for the past 18 years. Wife of the late Roy Herman Saddler. Beloved mother of Barbara Arceneaux, Ronald Pichoff, Randy Pichoff, Morris Pichoff, Larry Pichoff, Daryl Pichoff and Deborah Hord. Stepmother of James Saddler, Betty Spurling, Edward Saddler and Allan Saddler. Sister of Marie Pichoff, Valerie Chauvin, Aubrey Faucheaux and the late Rita Dufrene, Audrey Landry and Thaddus Faucheaux. Daughter of the late Agatha Babin Faucheaux and Able Faucheaux. Also survived by 22 Grandchildren and 9 Great Grandchildren. Relatives and friends of the Family, also the Confraternity of the Immaculate Conception and St. Joseph Altar Guild of Madisonville, LA are invited to attend a Mass of Christian Burial at St. Jane de Chantel Catholic Church, 72040 Maple St., Abita Springs, LA, on Saturday, April 12, 2008 at 10:00 A.M. Interment in St. Vincent DePaul # 2 Cemetery, New Orleans, LA. Visitation on Friday from 6:30 to 8:00 P.M. at Bagnell & Son Funeral Home, 75212 Lee Rd., Covington, LA, and on Saturday after 9:30A.M. at St. Jane de Chantel Catholic Church. Bagnell & Son Funeral Home of Covington, LA in Charge of Arrangements. Times Picayune 04/10/2008 **************************************** 000746 Salazar - Randy L. Salazar passed away on Saturday, April 26, 2008. Beloved son of Laura Salazar and the late James Salazar. Brother of Trudy LeBlanc and Diane VanWagner (husband Allen). Uncle of Billy Barletto, Kristen Jones, and Jeff Loyacano. Age 41 years, a native of New Orleans, and a resident of Kenner, LA. Relatives and Friends of the family, also employees of Heavy Duty Parts and Equipment are invited to attend a Funeral Mass at MOTHE FUNERAL HOME, 2100 Westbank Expressway, Harvey, LA, on Wednesday, April 30, 2008 at 1 PM. Interment Westlawn Memorial Park Cemetery, Gretna, LA. Visitation will be Wednesday morning from 9 AM until Mass time. Information: 366-4343. In lieu of flowers, donations to the American Diabetes Association preferred: P.O. Box 11454, Alexandria, VA 22312 or call 504-889-0278. Times Picayune 04/29/2008. **************************************** 000747 Salter - Sandra Jeffery Salter, of Slidell, LA, on Friday, March 28, 2008, at her residence. Beloved wife of the late Robert B. Salter and by the first marriage to the late William J. Maas, Sr. Mother of William J. Maas, Jr.(Deneen), Betsy K. Leake, Pattie Martinez(Stuart), Pennie Tate(Randy), Sylvia Warren(William), and Sharron Maas. Step- mother of Amy Lynn Salter. Sister of the late John D. Jeffery. Also survived by numerous grandchildren and great grandchildren. Age 69 years. A native of Dixon, IL and a resident of Slidell, LA since 1955. She was the former manager of Union 76 Truck Stop and a member of Calvary Baptist Church. 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, April 2, 2008 at 2:00 P.M. Interment in FOREST LAWN CEMETERY. Visitation on Wednesday after 12:00 noon until funeral time. Arrangements by Honaker Funeral Home, Inc., Slidell, LA. Times Picayune 04/1/2008. **************************************** 000748 Saltz - Dr. I. Harry Saltz, 88, of Louisville, died March 31, 2008. He was a retired general practitioner and general surgeon. His code consisted of loyalty, fidelity, and family. He is survived by his wife, Sylvia H. Saltz; daughters, Margo Saltz, Donna Saltz Bernstein (Gary) and Joan Saltz; sons, Dr. Elliott Saltz of Gadsden, AL; Mark H. Saltz of Baton Rouge, LA and Robert Saltz of Lewisburg, TN; and five grandchildren. A memorial service was held Wednesday, April 2, 2008 at the family's residence. Donations may be made to Issac Harry Saltz MD LSU Medical School c/o LSU HSC Foundation, 450A S. Claiborne Avenue, New Orleans, LA 70112, www.foundation.lsuhsc.edu . Arrangements have been entrusted to Herman Meyer & Son, 1338 Ellison Ave, Louisville, KY 40204. Times Picayune 04/3/2008. **************************************** 000749 Samuels - Monroe S. Samuels, M. D., age 85 years, died at Metairie, Louisiana on Saturday, April 13, 2008. Beloved husband of Barbara Sleed Samuels. Father of Leslie Samuels Bahn, Eric Mark Samuels (Meg), and Lisa B. Samuels. Brother of the late Irwin Samuels. Also survived by 2 grandchildren, Erin Samantha Bahn and Benjamin Roman Samuels. Memorial services will be held on Wednesday, April 16, 2008 at 11:30 AM from the Forgotston Chapel of Touro Synagogue, 4238 St. Charles Avenue with Rabbi Andrew Busch officiating. Interment will be private. Kindly omit flowers. Memorials to the Louisiana Philharmonic Orchestra suggested. THARP-SONTHEIMER-THARP of Metairie in charge of arrangements. Information: (504) 835-2341 Times Picayune 04/15/2008. **************************************** 000750 Sandler - Mitchell L. Sandler, age 68, of Houston, TX. passed away peacefully on Friday morning, the 11th of April 2008. Born in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania on the 11th of August 1940, Mitchell was a wonderful and loving son, father, brother, and friend. Mitchell graduated from high school in 1958, and went on to serve the as a Major in the United States Air Force, receiving the Air Medal and the Distinguished Flying Cross. Thereafter, he went on to receive a B.S. Degree in Biological Science from Colorado State University, a Bachelor's in Business Administration from the University of Hawaii, and a Master's Degree in Restaurant and Hotel Management, also from the University of Hawaii. Mitchell had worked in the hospitality profession, where he worked in private homes predominantly in Houston, but also in New York, Chicago, and Naples, Florida. Mitchell is survived and will be greatly missed by his daughter, Sharry Sandler-Zaghia and husband, M. Yazid Zaghia of New Orleans, LA; and by his brother, Howard Sandler and wife Marlene of Laguna Hills, California. He is also survived by his companion and dear friend, Linda Risinger of Houston, TX; and by Sharry's grandparents, Val and Irene Bednekoff of Mobile, Alabama. The Memorial Service will be conducted at ten o'clock in the morning on Friday, the 18th of April, in the Jasek Chapel of Geo. H. Lewis & Sons, 1010 Bering Drive in Houston, where Rabbi David A. Lyon, Senior Rabbi of Congregation Beth Israel, will serve as the officiant. Immediately following, friends are cordially invited to join the family during a pre-lunch reception at a residential venue in the River Oaks area. Details regarding the venue shall be announced at the conclusion of the service. In lieu of usual remembrances, contributions in memory of Mitchell L. Sandler may be directed to the American Diabetes Association, 2400 Augusta, Suite 175, Houston, TX, 77057; or to a charity of one's choice. Arrangements in Houston are entrusted to Geo. H. Lewis & Sons - The Funeral Directors Since 1936, (713) 789-3005, www.geohlewis.com. Friends desiring to share their remembrances electronically with the Sandler family may do so at www.geohlewis.com (via the Family Support link and then following the Internet Tribute icon to the www.mem.com website). Times Picayune 04/16/2008. **************************************** 000751 Savarino - Darlene Marie Savarino passed away on Sunday, April 27, 2008. She was co-owner of 'Anthony Crane and Rigging' and 'ASHTON'. Beloved wife of Anthony Joseph Savarino, Sr. Mother of Ashley Savarino and Anthony J. (Tony) Savarino, Jr. Daughter of John Dillenkoffer and Doris Smith and the late Louis Smith. Daughter-in-law of Frank Savarino and the late Josephine Savarino. Sister of Michael Dillenkoffer, Sr. and David P. and Daren Dillenkoffer and Karen DiSalvo. Also survived by nieces, nephews, relatives and a host of friends. Age 46 years. A native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Mandeville, LA for the past 17 years. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the Funeral Mass on Thursday, May 1, 2008 at 1:00 PM at St. Peter Catholic Church, 125 E. 19th Ave., Covington, LA 70433. Visitation, AT THE CHURCH, on Thursday from 10:00 AM until Service time. Interment in Pinecrest Memorial Gardens. E.J. Fielding Funeral Home Inc., 2260 W. 21st. Ave., Covington, LA 70433 entrusted with the arrangements. Sign Guest Book online at www.ejfieldingfh.com. Times Picayune 04/29/2008 - 5/1/2008. **************************************** 000752 Savoie - Anna Lee Trosclair Savoie passed away at Marrero Health Care Center on Saturday, April 19, 2008. Beloved wife of the late Robert G. Savoie. Loving mother of Michael G. Savoie, (wife, Jill) and Rosalind S. Albarado, (husband, Carroll). Daughter of the late Felice Trosclair and Olinda Peltier Trosclair. Sister of George Trosclair and Georgie Mae Wolfe; preceded in death by her siblings Joyce, Florence, Gabriel, Archie and Virgie. Grandmother of Adam R. Albarado, Allison S. Bongiovanni and Amy Savoie. Also survived by many other loving relatives and friends. Mrs. Savoie, age 80 years, was a longtime volunteer of the West Jefferson Medical Center Auxiliary. The family would like to express their appreciation to the staff of Marrero Health Care Center for the care given to Mrs. Savoie during her stay. Relatives, friends of the family, employees of West Jefferson Medical Center and members of the Auxiliary, as well as members of V.F.W. Post 7307 Auxiliary, are invited to attend the Funeral Service from WESTSIDE/LEITZ-EAGAN FUNERAL HOME, 5101 Westbank Expressway, Marrero, LA, on Tuesday, April 22, 2008 at 1:00 PM. Interment to follow in Restlawn Park Cemetery. Visitation will be held on Tuesday from 9:30 AM until funeral time. In lieu of flowers, donations to the West Jefferson Medical Center Auxiliary would be appreciated by the family. For information, call 341-9421. Times Picayune 04/21/2008. **************************************** 000753 Sawyer - Glenda Sawyer, with a job well done was called home by God on April 18, 2008. Born March 28, 1955 to Rosalie B. Sawyer and the late Freddie Sawyer Sr., youngest of four children. Her Christian journey started being baptized at New Olivet B.C. Honor Graduate of McDonough 35 and sought higher education at Xavier University, graduating Magna Cum Laude with a B.S. in Mathematics, followed by a Masters from Loyola University. Glenda was a devoted member of Historic Second B.C. where she was Pres. of Junior Women Aux., MLK Choir, Supt. Sunday School, and Vacation Bible School Teacher, member of TNW Scholarship and Pastor's Aide Comm., VP of La. Freedmen Junior Women. Loan officer with Whitney Bank for 19 years, a tax preparer, real estate consultant with Jim Simmons and Assoc., and Treasurer of Board of directors of Crocker Tech. Charter School. Member of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority Inc. serving as Pres. of Alpha Gamma Zeta Chapter and all other capacities. Family meant the world to her, leaving her fondest memories with her siblings Freddie Jr. (Emelda), Cyril (Joan), and Rosemary, nieces and nephews Monica, Terry, Sean, Shelly, Corey, Troy, Bruce, Patrick, Sydney. Great- Nieces and nephews, Brindisha, Chris, Michelle, Jamal, Brittany, Justin, Jeremy, Chrystal, Seth, Jonell, and Sheba. Friends and church families. Services will be held at 10am on Sat., April 26, 2008 at New Hope B. C., 1807 LaSalle St. Viewing from 8- 10am. Pastor Robert B. Jackson officiating. Interment Mt. Olivet. Historic Second, all neighboring churches and employees of Whitney Bank are invited to attend the celebration. Arrangements by Majestic Mortuary. Times Picayune 04/25/2008. **************************************** 000754 Sayas - George Raymond Sayas, Jr. on Monday, April 14, 2008. Age 85, in Orange, TX. Beloved husband of the late Agnes St. Amant Sayas. Father of Elda Sayas and the late Caron Sayas. Brother of Verda Daniels, Majorie Dawson, Lorraine Adams and the late Joseph Sayas. Son of the late George and Elda Sayas. Also survived by a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the Funeral Service and Mass of Christrian Burial on Monday, April 21, 2008 at 12Noon from St. Peter Claver Catholic Church, 1923 St. Philip St. Interment St. Louis #3 Cemetery. Visitation at the church from 11AM - 12Noon. Services Entrusted To Louisiana Undertaking Company, Inc. 1449 N. Claiborne Ave. New Orleans, LA 70116 Jeffery K. Jenkins/Renard A Boissiere Fatima B. Conner Directors Times Picayune 04/20/2008. **************************************** 000755 Scales - Hester Cooper Scales died on Friday, April 11, 2008 at Ochsner Medical Center. Beloved mother of Catherine (Gregory Carter) Scales Brown. Grandmother of Phillip Brown Jr., Sean Brown and Brittney Scales. Sister of Johnny Ross. She also leaves to cherish her memories 9 great grandchildren and a host of relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her husband Samuel Scales, her parents Eddie and Phoebe Ross, 3 brothers and 4 sisters. Relatives and friends of the family, also Pastor, officers and members of Oakland B.C., Community B.C., Greater St. Stephen F.G.B.C. and all neighboring churches; employees of New Freedom Alternative Choices, St. Joseph Nursing Home, Fleming Construction, Kenner Community Committee on Aging and Grambling State University are invited to attend the Funeral Services from Oakland Baptist Church, 825 Rev. Richard Wilson Dr., Kenner, LA, on Saturday, April 19, 2008 at 10:00 a.m. Rev. Charles Hurst officiating. Viewing will begin at 8:00 a.m. Interment: Jefferson Memorial Gardens, St. Rose, LA. Arrangements by RICHARDSON FUNERAL HOME OF JEFFERSON, INC. Times Picayune 04/18/2008. **************************************** 000756 Scamardo - Anthony Thomas Scamardo, Jr. passed away on Tuesday, April 15, 2008. Age 69, a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Metairie, LA. Mr. Scamardo, Jr. was a member of the U.S. National Guard, Knights of Columbus Counsel No. 9347, former member of Knights of Columbus Counsel No. 11921 and a parishioner and choir member of O.L.D.P. Beloved husband of Martha L. Scamardo. Father of Linda Heldenbrand and Kim Scamardo. Step-father of Joseph Villani and Gina Bieller. Brother of Christopher Scamardo, Michael Scamardo, May Rose Scamardo Wool and the late Rita Scamardo. Also survived by 4 grandchildren and 3 step- grandchildren. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend a Funeral Mass at Our Lady of Divine Providence Church, 1000 N. Starrett Rd., Metairie on Friday, April 18, 2008 at 1:00 p.m. Visitation at church from 11:00 a.m. until time of service. Interment in Garden of Memories Cemetery. Arrangements by L. A. Muhleisen and Son Funeral Home. Times Picayune 04/16/2008 **************************************** 000757 Schaus - Elizabeth Ann (Betty) Schaus, passed away on Wednesday, April 9, 2008. Beloved wife of 63 years to Richard Lee Schaus; mother of Daniel R. Schaus and his wife Vicki and the late Leeann Schaus Fluegel; grandmother to Richard Jason Schaus and his wife Heather, John Bradley Schaus and his wife Monica and Whitney Schaus; step grandmother to Matthew Neal; and sister to Richard Head. She is also survived by two step great-grandchildren. Besides her daughter, she was preceded in death by her mother, Elizabeth Lelia Hager Head and her father, Birdie Daniel Head. Age 81 years. A native of Wilmington, CA, she had been a resident of Mandeville, LA for the past nine years. Betty owned and operated for several years Village Togs in Bonita, CA, she was involved with women's fashions and did numerous fashion shows. Once she moved to Mandeville, she became an artist and was selected artist of the month, which allowed her the privilege of exhibiting her art at the Mandeville City Hall. She was a member of the St. Tammany Art Association, a volunteer at Lake Ponchartrain Maritime Museum and was a member of Northcross United Methodist Church. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the Funeral Services on Friday, April 11, 2008 at 11:00 AM at Northcross United Methodist Church, 311 Hwy 21, Madisonville, LA 70447. Visitation AT THE CHURCH on Friday will begin at 9:00 AM. Interment will follow in Pinecrest Memorial Gardens. In lieu of flowers, the family would prefer donations to St. Tammany Memorial Cancer Fund, 1125 N. Causeway Blvd., Ste.2, Mandeville, LA 70471. Sign Guest Book online at www.ejfieldingfh.com Times Picayune 04/10/2008. **************************************** 000758 Schexnayder - Ethel Bull-Schexnayder, 89, who died Tuesday, April 8, 2008. Surviving are sister, Margaret Bull Fore of Ocean Springs, MS, sister, Julia Bull Schomaker of Metairie, LA, brother, Julian Bull of Garland, TX, many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband, Lawrence Schexnayder and parents, Robert Harry Bull and Jeanne Besse Bull; three brothers, Robert Harry, Edward R. and Charles L. Bull; one sister, Mildred Bull Silvestri. She was born Friday, May 31, 1918 in Rayne LA. Please send correspondence to Mrs. Julia Bull Schomaker, 712 Atherton Dr., Metairie LA 70001. Times Picayune 04/20/2008. **************************************** 000759 Schexnayder - Sandra Boutrie Schexnayder on Sunday, March 30, 2008 at 8:40AM, age 60. Beloved wife of Eugene "Gene" J. Schexnayder. Mother of Eugene J. Schexnayder, Jr. (wife Jennifer), Sean M. Schexnayder and Shane J. Schexnayder. Daughter of the late Marion Proze Boutrie and Charles B. Boutrie. Sister of Pamela E. Boutrie. Godmother of Keith M. Casey. Sister in law of Lydia S. DeSoto. Also survived by nieces, nephews, Baby and Sassy. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Funeral Mass at LAKE LAWN METAIRIE FUNERAL HOME, 5100 Pontchartrain Blvd. (in Metairie Cemetery), on Wednesday, April 2, 2008 at 10:00 AM. Interment will follow in Lake Lawn Park & Mausoleum. Visitation on Wednesday from 8:30AM until service time. To view and sign the guest book, please go to www.lakelawnmetairie.com. Times Picayune 04/1/2008. **************************************** 000760 Schexnayder - Yolande Schexnayder, a Sugar Cane Farmer, passed away on Saturday, March 29, 2008 at 10:00 a.m. at his residence. Age 95. A native of and resident of Grand Point, LA. He was a Catholic. Survivors: sons: James Schexnayder of Grant Point, LA and Nelson and Rose Schexcnayder of Grand Point, LA; daughters: Mary Jane and Lawrence Becnel of Vacherie, LA, Esther Oubre of Grand Point, LA and Dolores and Wilfred "Skinny" Catoire of Reseve, LA; 24 grandchildren, 65 great-grandchildren and 13 great-great-grandchildren. Preceded in death by: wife, Beatrice Louque "Bat" Schexnayder; son, Carroll "Carrot" Schexnayder; daughter-in-law, Florence Schexnayder; brothers: Harold, Livingston, Onezime, Jack and Earl Schexnayder; sisters: Earline St. Pierre, Yola Louque, Livonia St. Pierre, Alicia LeBlanc and Pearl Lambert; parents: Eugene and Mary Kilburn Schexnayder; grandchildren: Darren Schexnayder and Kenny Catoire; and great-great- grandchild, Colby Boudreaux and Nicholas Louque. Visitation Tuesday, April 1, 2008 at 8:00 a.m. until 10:50 a.m. in the St. Jospeh Catholic Church, Paulina, LA. Funeral Services at St. Jospeh Catholic Chuch on Tuesday with the Mass of Christian Burial at 11:00 a.m. Interment: St. Joseph Cemetery Mausoleum. Fr. Frank Uter- celebrant. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Alexander Fuenral Home, Lutcher, LA. **************************************** 000761 Schmidt - Command Sargent Major William Charles Schmidt Jr., a Veteran who proudly served his country for over 33 years in the Army National Guard, including Desert Storm, passed away on Wednesday, April 09, 2008 at the age of 69. He was the beloved husband of Myrna Matherne Schmidt. Loving father of Kathy S. Fradella (David), Suzy S. Cognevich (Kevin) and the late William C. Schmidt III. Son of the late Edith Oubre Schmidt and William C. Schmidt Sr. Brother of Audrey Maracich (John). Proud grandfather of Judy Lachney, Sara Fradella, Rachel Fradella, Katherine Cognevich and Kyle Cognevich. Mr. Schmidt was a native of New Orleans and a longtime resident of St. Bernard Parish where he served as a past Master of the Andrew Jackson Masonic Lodge and an honored Secretary of the Coon-Ass Golf Club. He will be forever remembered as a loving and loyal husband, father, grandfather and brother, who treasured his family. Relatives and friends are invited to attend a visitation to be held at ST. BERNARD MEMORIAL FUNERAL HOME, 701 W. Virtue St., Chalmette, LA, on Saturday, April 12th from 10:00AM - 1:00PM. A Funeral Mass will begin at 1:00PM followed by Full Military Honors. Burial will be private. In lieu of flowers, please consider a charitable donation to the American Cancer Society at 800-227-2345. Times Picayune 04/11/2008 **************************************** 000762 Schmidt - Selma Higgins Schmidt died on Sunday, April 27, 2008, age 91 years. Beloved wife of the late Wesley J. Schmidt, Sr. Mother of Selma E. Betty Schmidt Bordelon, Deborah Schmidt Landon and Wesley J. Schmidt, Jr. Daughter of the late Selma Aprill and William B. Higgins. Sister of the late William B. Higgins and Donald V. Higgins. Grandmother of Emily Guidroz and Peter J. Bordelon, great grandmother of Joshua A. Bordelon. Mother-in-law of Nickomus Leiker and Les Landon. Also survived by nieces and nephews. Mrs. Schmidt, a school teacher, retired after 37 years of service from the Orleans Parish School System. She was a graduate of St. Mary's Dominican High School and Loyola University. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Funeral Mass at LAKE LAWN METAIRIE FUNERAL HOME CHAPEL, 5100 Pontchartrain Blvd., on Tuesday, April 29, 2008 at 11:00 AM. Interment will follow in Metairie Cemetery. Visitation on Tuesday from 10:00 AM until service time. Masses or donations preferred to the charity of your choice. To sign and view the Family Guestbook, please visit www.lakelawnmetairie.com. Times Picayune 04/28/2008 **************************************** 000763 Schmidt - Stella Thebault Schmidt, on Saturday, April. 12, 2008. Beloved wife of the late George J. Schmidt, Jr. Mother of Raymond A. Schmidt, Douglas C. Schmidt, Anna S. Neagle, Brenda S. Allnet, Diana S. Prestenbach and the late Ralph G. Schmidt, Sr. Sister of Althea Robinson, Wilbert Thebault and the late Ethel Digby, Irma Broussard, Marian Beron, Edwin Thebault, Frank William Thebault, Jr. and Ralph Thebault. Also survived by numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren. Age 87 years. A native of New Orleans, LA and a resident Abita Springs, LA for the past 5 years. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the Funeral Mass on Wednesday, April 16, 2008 at 1:00 PM from E.J. Fielding Funeral Home Inc., 2260 W. 21st. Ave., Covington, LA 70433. Visitation on Wednesday from 9:00 AM until service time. Interment in Pinecrest Memorial Gardens. In lieu of flowers, the family would prefer donations to American Cancer Society. Sign Guest Book online at www.ejfieldingfh.com. Times Picayune 04/13/2008 **************************************** 000764 Schneider - Nola Kelly Schneider, age 87 and a resident of Hammond, LA, died Friday, April 11, 2008 while surrounded by her loving family. Mrs. Schneider was born in New Orleans, LA and lived there until 2005 when she and her husband relocated to Hammond following Hurricane Katrina. She graduated from St. Joseph's Catholic School on Tulane Avenue in New Orleans. Mrs. Schneider enjoyed playing bridge, traveling and socializing with friends. She was an active member of the Lakeview Botany Guild, Lake Oaks Garden Club, New Orleans Irish Cultural Society, AARP 1515 Club, and PRANO Ladies' Auxiliary. She held many offices in these organizations and was frequently recognized for her service. Mrs. Schneider was particularly proud of her work with the Lakeview Neighborhood Beautification Program. Before her marriage, she worked as an executive secretary. She is survived by her husband of 57 years, Edward Schneider; Hammond; one daughter, Sylvia Schneider Bush and son-in-law, Joseph Ernest "Ernie" Bush III, Hammond; two sons: Stewart Schneider, Baton Rouge, and E. Shawn Schneider and daughter- in-law Suzanne Schneider and their children Philip and Casey Schneider, Houston, Texas; and one nephew, J. Bart Kelly III, New Orleans. She devoted her life to being a wonderful wife and loving mother. She was preceded in death by her parents, John B. Kelly Sr. and Elizabeth Calvery Kelly, and her brother, John B. Kelly Junior. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend a Funeral Mass at LAKE LAWN METAIRIE FUNERAL HOME, 5100 Pontchartrain Blvd. (in Metairie Cemetery) on Monday, April 14, 2008 at 11:00 AM. Visitation Sunday afternoon from 2:00 PM until 5:00 PM and Monday morning from 10:00 AM until funeral time. Interment will follow in Metairie Cemetery. A gathering of friends and family will follow at the St. Dominic Church Knights of Columbus Hall, 6254 Vicksburg Street, New Orleans, LA. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Joseph's Church, 1802 Tulane Avenue, New Orleans, LA 70112 or OPTIONS, a non-profit agency that helps people with disabilities, 19362 W. Shelton Road, Hammond, LA 70401. To view and sign the family guest book, please visit www.lakelawnmetairie.com. Times Picayune 04/12/2008 **************************************** 000765 Scholvin - John Elliott Scholvin, Sr., age 69, passed away on Tuesday, April 8, 2008. He is survived by his wife of 47 years, Sophie Miller Scholvin; two sons: John E. "Jay" Scholvin, Jr. and Matthew C. Scholvin; his daughter-in-law Jan Scholvin; five grandchildren: Brandon and Jordan Magee, Jaclyn, Jenna and John Scholvin III; and five sisters: Sandy Erdman of Sunbury, PA, Helen Neese, Elsie Marquart, Bonnie Sprangler and Sherry Rife of Lancaster County, PA. Brother- in-law of Stephanie DeVoe and Henry E. "Hank" Miller, Jr.; son-in-law of Sophie Z. Miller. Son of the late John F. Scholvin and Dorothy Warfield Bostian. Also survived by numerous nieces, nephews and friends. Mr. Scholvin was born in Sunbury, PA and was a resident of Jefferson Parish for the past 47 years. Mr. Scholvin retired from NOPSI/RTA, past master of Isis Lodge #406 F&AM, member of Metairie Lodge #444 F&AM, Jerusalem Shrine Dune Buggy Unit and Past Masters Club, Farhad Grotto, Metairie Ridge Chapter #169, Order of the Eastern Star, Delta Woodcarvers & Art Guild and a United States Army Veteran. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the funeral. Services at Leitz-Eagan Funeral Home, 4747 Veterans Blvd., Metairie, LA on Thursday evening April 10, 2008. Eastern Star Services will be held at 7:00 PM. Masonic Services will be held at 7:30 PM. Religious Services will be held at 8:00PM. Visitation from 6:00PM until time of services and continue after services until 10:00 PM. In lieu of flowers, donations to Jerusalem Shrine Transportation Fund at Jerusalem Temple, A.A.O.N.M.S., P.O. Box 712 Destrehan, LA 70047, 1-800-262- 1587; or Children's charity of your choice. Times Picayune 04/10/2008. **************************************** 000766 Scuderi - Azilda Cuccia Scuderi passed away on Saturday, April 5, 2008 at East Jefferson General Hospital. She was 89 years old. A native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of LaPlace, LA for 23 years. Beloved wife of the late Basile Scuderi. Mother of Patricia Scuderi and Geraldine Scuderi. Mother-in-law of Allen Polizzi. Stepmother of Joseph Scuderi. Daughter of the late Joseph and Sadie Harrison Cuccia. Sister of the late Francis Cuccia, Lois Dimitry, Joseph Cuccia and Colleen Mansbridge. Also survived by many nieces and nephews. Mrs. Scuderi was a parishioner of St. Joan of Arc Church in LaPlace, LA. The relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the Funeral Service at Leitz-Eagan Funeral Home Chapel, 4747 Veterans Blvd., near Clearview Pkwy., in Metairie, LA on Tuesday morning, April 8, 2008 at 12:00 noon. Interment will be in Greenwood Cemetery. Visitation will be on Tuesday from 9:00 AM until 12:00 noon. Please sign the online guestbook at www.legacy.com. Times Picayune 04/7/2008. **************************************** 000767 Seither - Bernard J. Seither, II ("BJ") passed away on Friday, April 4, 2008, at the age of 81. BJ was a native of New Orleans and a resident of Folsom, LA, for the past nine years. He is survived by his loving wife of 54 years, Bertha S. Seither, and sons Mickey of Mandeville and Stephen of Crosby, TX, and daughter-in-laws Carla, Kim and Mary. He is also survived by grandchildren Mark, Stephen, Margaret and Michael Seither, Kari Gauthier and Preston O'Brien and great-grandchild Cameron Gauthier; nephew and nieces Robert Wheelahan, Cindy Young, Dr. Patricia Wheelahan and Karen Morales and a host of nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by two sons Bernard J. Seither, III, and Kurt J. Seither, Sr., grandson Kurt J. Seither, Jr., and sister Patricia Seither Wheelahan. BJ was a veteran of the Navy and served during WWII in Japan and Korea on a minesweeper. Afterwards, BJ worked as an Industrial Sales Representative for Entergy, Inc. (NOPSI, LP&L) for more than 35 years. BJ remained active as a member of the Naval Mine Warfare Association, Bayou Square-A-Rounds, and former member of the Gold Dust Twirlers. BJ was a devoted parishioner of St. John the Baptist Parish Church of Folsom. 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 Tuesday, April 8, 2008, at noon. Friends may call after 10:00 am. Interment will follow in St. Joseph Abbey Cemetery. In lieu of flowers Masses preferred. Times Picayune 04/6/2008. **************************************** 000768 Serpas - Donald Marcel Serpas, Sr. on Saturday, April 19, 2008. Age 67 years. Loving devoted husband of Catherine Ybarzabal Serpas. Loving father of Donald M. Serpas, Jr. (Lori), James J. Serpas (Sharon), Kathy Serpas Ziegler (Ralph). Grandfather of 7 granddaughters affectionately known as "the toilet paper gang": Shannon Joachim (Arthur), Amy Gonzales (Ricky), Lacye Spicuzza (the late Paul), Lindsey Jones (Bryant), Layne Serpas, Sarah Serpas, and Jamie Serpas. Great grandfather of 12 and he is affectionately known as "old Paw Paw": Haylie Fanz, Spencer Joachim, Rebecca Joachim, Ricky Gonzales, Jr., Kristin Gonzales, Natalie Parada, Paul Spicuzza, Marcello Spicuzza, Anthony Spicuzza, Devin Serpas, Emma Jones, and Lucas Jones. Son of the late Joseph H. Serpas, Sr. and Madeline D. Serpas. Raised by his aunt and uncle Charles and Florance Ford who loved him dearly. Brother of Joseph H. Serpas, Jr. and Gaynel Joachim. Relatives and friends, also employees of Chalmette Bicycle Store, Folger Coffee, Fradella's Collision Center, St. Bernard Parish Government, St. Bernard Sheriff Office, Islenos Society and Canary Island Society and parishioners of St. Bernard Catholic Church and Delacroix Hope Baptist Church are invited to attend the Funeral Services at ST. BERNARD MEMORIAL FUNERAL HOME, 701 West Virtue Street, Chalmette, LA 70043 on Thursday, April 24, 2008 at 10:00 AM. Mass to follow at St. Bernard Catholic Church. Visitation from 6:00 pm until 10:00 pm on Wednesday, April 23, 2008 and from 8:30 am until service time on Thursday. In lieu of flowers, donations to St. Bernard Catholic Church preferred. Times Picayune 04/22/2008 **************************************** 000769 Seruntine - Marie Bonnecaze Seruntine on Friday, April 18th 2008 at Chateau Living Center passed into eternal life with her God and Savior Jesus Christ at the age of 91 years. She was a native of New Orleans and resident of Metairie for 31 years. Beloved wife of the late Warren Joseph Seruntine. Daughter of the late Lillian Jourdan and Felix C. Bonnecaze. She is survived by two daughters, Carolyn S. Pellegrin and Marilyn S. Kocke; one son-in-law, Richard Pellegrin; 6 grandchildren; and 10 great- grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her son, Warren Joseph Seruntine, Jr.; son-in-law, Thomas Kocke; and grandson, Thomas Kocke, Jr. Relatives and friends are invited to attend a Funeral Mass at the Metairie Funeral Home of L. A. Muhleisen and Son, 2929 Metairie Rd. on Thursday, April 24, 2008 at 12:00 noon. Visitation on Thursday from 10:00 a.m. until time of service. Interment in Greenwood Cemetery. Times Picayune 04/23/2008. **************************************** 000770 Shaneyfelt - Pamela Jane Shaneyfelt, of Slidell, LA, passed away on Tuesday, April 22, 2008, at Northshore Living Center in Slidell, LA. Beloved mother of Marc A. Crawford and wife Valerie Lauzon Crawford and Carla C. Schuler and husband Stephen L. Schuler. Daughter of the late Carl L. Geiger and Minnie O'Steen Geiger. Sister of George Earl Geiger, Carl Louis Geiger and Mary Lynn Bechtel. Also survived by 4 grandchildren; Marc A. Crawford, Jr., Douglas Schuler, Jake Crawford and Benjamin Schuler. Age 61 years; a native of New Orleans, LA and a former resident of Violet, LA, Mrs. Shaneyfelt was most recently a resident of Slidell, LA. She was a retired Administrator for St. Bernard Manor. 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, April 25, 2008 at 11:00am. Visitation will be from 9:00am until 11:00am. Interment will follow in Forest Lawn Cemetery. Donations to: St. Joseph Hospice, 19405 Helenberg Rd., Suite 206, Covington, LA 70433, are preferred, in lieu of flowers. Arrangements by Honaker Funeral Home, Inc., Slidell, LA. Times Picayune 04/24/2008. **************************************** 000771 Sharp - John Paul "J.P." Sharp, Sr. passed away on Friday, April. 18, 2008. Beloved husband of 36 years to Kathy Lemons Sharp; father of Nicole A. Sharp, John Paul Sharp, Jr. and his wife Laura, Patrick R. Sharp and his wife Mandy, Katie S. McIntosh and her husband James D., and Andrew M. Sharp; grandfather to Brittany, Jackson and Rayburn Sharp, Reese McIntosh and two special angels; brother to Nora Cleland and Jeanette Thompson. He is the son of Rebecca Jenkins Sharp and the late Ottis Sharp. Age 57 years, a native and lifetime resident of Covington, LA. He retired from Bellsouth after 35 years of service. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the Funeral Mass on Tuesday, April 22, 2008 at 12:00 Noon from the chapel at E.J. Fielding Funeral Home Inc., 2260 W. 21st. Ave., Covington, LA 70433. Visitation on Tuesday will begin at 9:00 AM. Interment will follow in Abita Springs Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family would prefer donations to St. Scholastica Academy Chapel Fund, Post Office Box 1210, Covington, LA 70434, (985) 892-2540 or American Diabetes Association, 800-Diabetes, www.diabetes.org. Sign Guest Book online at www.ejfieldingfh.com. Times Picayune 04/21/2008. **************************************** 000772 Sharpe - Carol Castrinos O'Brien Sharpe, passed away on Sunday, April 13, 2008 in Morgan City, LA at the age of 57. She was the daughter of the late Gabriel and Elaine Hunt Castrinos and is survived by two sons, Kevin and Nicholas O'Brien; daughter-in-law, Elena O'Brien; one grandson, Christian Tyler O'Brien; two brothers and their wives, Jim and Hanya Castrinos and Ray and Karen Castrinos; mother-in- law, Patricia H. O'Brien; and sister-in-law, Kathleen O'Brien. Mrs. O'Brien Sharpe is also survived by a niece and four nephews: Kim, Chad, Dustin, Craig, and Kevin Castrinos. A native of New Orleans, LA, she was a Supervisor for L.C.S.M.A. Her former husband, Theodore J. O'Brien, Jr. also preceded her death. Relatives and friends are invited to attend a Memorial Service at Jacob Schoen and Son Funeral Home, 3827 Canal Street on Friday, April 18, 2008 at 4:00 P.M. Visitation will begin at 2:00 P.M. Guest book may be signed on line at www.legacy.com. Times Picayune 04/16/2008 **************************************** 000773 Shaw - Lynn Flint Shaw was born August 31, 1954 and expired Monday, March 10, 2008. She was preceded in death by grandparents and great-grandparents: Max and Marie Hernandez, Prosper and Armantine Flint, Eugenia Hubbard and Mary Joseph. She leaves her son, Ian Shaw to mourn her death; her parents: Eddie and Lena Flint; her sisters: Debra Dean (Joseph) and Eddie Reed (David); and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Family and close friends are invited to attend the Funeral Mass at Corpus Christ Catholic Church, 2022 St. Bernard Ave., N.O.,LA on Saturday, April 5, 2008 at 11:00 a.m. The Rosary will begin at 10:00 a.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial may be made to the Dallas Symphony Orchestra - HeartStrings Program. Times Picayune 04/4/2008. **************************************** 000774 Shelton - Barbara B. "Dear", "Bobbie" Shelton received her holy crown on April 4, 2008. She was preceded in death by parents, Oliver Bush and Rosetta Carrington Terrell; husband, Harold Shelton; son, Harold Aldon; brothers, Theodore and Melvin Bush. Survivors include: 6 children, 1 daughter-in-law, 1 son-in-law, 6 sisters and brothers-in-law, 19 grandchildren, 34 great grandchildren, 3 godchildren, a host of other relatives and friends. All are invited to attend the funeral on Friday, April 11, 2008 at Charbonnet-Labat-Glapion Funeral Home, 1615 St. Philip St.-- -1:00 PM. Interment Mt. Olivet Cemetery. Visitation 12:30 PM at the funeral home. CHARBONNET-LABAT-GLAPION, Directors 581-4411 Times Picayune 04/10/2008. **************************************** 000775 Shoemaker - Jo-Henri "Dick" Shoemaker, Jr. passed away on Sunday, April 27, 2008 at 1:50 a.m. Beloved husband of Peggy B. Shoemaker after 49 years of marriage. Father of Carla S. Catalano. Step-father of David and Danny Eddlestone. Father-in-law of Debbie Eddlestone and Anthony Catalano. Brother of Andrew Shoemaker and the late Robert, Keenon and Noal Shoemaker. Son of the late Marie Van Flaenderen and Jo-Henri Shoemaker Sr. Grandfather of Kimberly, Jason, Kristen, Jourdan and Luke. Great- grandfather of Jessica, Nicholas and Carter. Also survived by nieces and nephews. Mr. Shoemaker was a Unites states Army WWII Veteran, having served in the European Theatre, a member of Masonic Lodge Perfect Union #1 F&AM for over 50 years, a pianist for the Shriners Chanters and a volunteer at the New Orleans Aquarium of Americas and the WWII Museum. Aged 88 years, a native of Buffalo, New York, a former resident of New Orleans, La. and a resident of River Ridge La. for the past 36 years. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the Funeral Service from Garden of Memories Funeral Home Chapel, 4900 Airline Dr., Metairie, La., on Wednesday afternoon, April 30, 2008 at 1:00 p.m. Interment in Garden of Memories Cemetery. Friends may visit from 11:00 a.m. until time of services. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Shriners Hospitals for Children, 815 Market St., Galveston, Tx. 77550-2725 (409- 770-6600), The Audubon Institute, 6500 Magazine St., New Orleans, La. 70130 (504-581-4629) or The WWII Museum, 945 Magazine St., New Orleans, La. 70130 (504-527-6012). On line guest book available at www.legacy.com. Times Picayune 04/29/2008. **************************************** 000776 Shott - Mary Frances DeJournette Shott, a 33-year resident of South Lake Tahoe and Gardnerville, CA, passed away suddenly at her home in Carson City Thursday, April 10, 2008. Mary was born to Robert D. Dejournette and Frances Still in Lubbock, Texast, on April 10, 1954. Mary was raised in New Orleans, La., and graduated from Riverdale High in 1972. Mary married Martin Andrew Burns at 18 and moved to South Lake Tahoe in 1975, where she started her lifelong career in the gaming industry. She married John Shott in 1983. They had two children, Christopher and Michael. Mary was employed by Harrah's, Harveys, Caesars, Carson Station and Fandangos as a games dealer. She was known as "Bad News Burns" because she liked having fun. Mary lived her life to the fullest and said that she "never had a bad day in her life." She enjoyed many activities including fishing, horseback riding, golf and bowling. Her highest bowling score was 283. Most of all Mary enjoyed cooking and taking care of her family. She is survived by her sons: Christopher, 21, and Michael, 20; her sister, Teresa; ex- husband, John of South Lake Tahoe; countless friends and other family; and her cat, Spooky. Donations should be made to Roundhill Animal Hospital, P.O. Box 1785 Zephyr Cove, NV 89448 under "Mary's Fund." A celebration of life will commence at 11:30 a.m., Sunday April 20, at Reagan Beach, with a potluck reception following at 1:00 p.m., 756 Hazel Dr., South Lake Tahoe, CA. Celebration "PotLuck" Casino Fandango's, April 22, 08 1pm-4pm. Times Picayune 04/20/2008. **************************************** 000777 Shoultz - Mark Edward Shoultz Jr., entered into eternal rest in the arms of his loving Father on Wednesday, April 23, 2008. Funeral: 12:30 pm Tuesday, April 29 at Mayfield Kiser Funeral Home. Visitation: 6 to 8 pm Monday, April 28 at the funeral Home. Interment: 2:30 pm Tuesday, April 29 at Dallas Fort Worth National Cemetery, lane A. Mark Jr. a resident of Fort Worth, was 21. We all know that you loved us more than words could ever say. You will be with us forever. As part of Jesus Christ's plan, it was time for you to return to your true Father in Heaven. In the words you always used Mark... I Love You More! Praise and Glory to Jesus Christ Forever. Survivors: son, Mark Edward Shoultz III and his beloved Whittney; parents, Mark and Masami; brother, William; sister, Kiersty; grandparents, Dolores & Glen Shoultz; uncle, Mike Shoultz; aunts, Stacy & uncle Doug Snyder and Allison & uncle Chad Walker. Times Picayune 04/27/2008. **************************************** 000778 Shubert - John Francis Shubert, Sr. passed away peacefully on Thursday, April 3, 2008 at the age of 83. Survived by his wife of 56 years, Anne Alba Shubert; four children, Annette Shubert, Mary Lynn Corliss, John Shubert, Jr. and Mark Shubert; daughters-in-law, Angela Lachin Shubert and Phyllis Cavalier Shubert; son-in-law Harry A. Corliss; 6 grandchildren and 6 great grandchildren. Preceded in death by his parents, John Shubert and Catherine Killeen Shubert; sister, Mary Parsons; brother, Francis Shubert. Mr. Shubert served in the US Navy during WWII, was a graduate of Loyola University and a member of PRANO and Dolly T. Hunting Club. 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, April 10, 2008 at 2:00 PM. Interment will be private. Visitation will begin at 12:00 PM. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to St. Joseph Hospice, 824 Elmwood Park Blvd., Suite 155, New Orleans, LA 70123. To sign and view the Family Guestbook, please visit www.lakelawnmetairie.com. Times Picayune 04/6/2008 **************************************** 000779 Sider - Louis J. Sider, Jr. passed away on Monday, April 14, 2008 at the age of 61. Beloved father of Chad A. Sider and Troy M. Sider. Grandfather of Chad M. Sider and Chase A. Sider. Son of Lois Zachenelly Sider and the late Louis J. Sider, Sr. Brother of Alvin, Armond and Johnny Sider. Preceded in death by his wife, Yvonne Homan Sider. Louis was a graduate of Warren Easton High School and Delgado Community College. He was the General Manager of the Mortgage Lending Group. Louis was a member of the Slidell Tennis Association and has won several state and national tennis championships. He was an avid lover of cooking and tennis. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Funeral Service at LAKE LAWN METAIRIE FUNERAL HOME CHAPEL, 5100 Pontchartrain Blvd. on Monday, April 21, 2008 at 2:00 PM. 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 04/20/2008 **************************************** 000780 Simms - Lorne Simms, age 20, entered into eternal rest on Saturday, April 19, 2008. Son of Lorne Duncan and Marie Simms-Duncan. Father of Zada Lowery, Haileigh Bankston and Vonkeith Lowery. Grandson of Lionel and Cathy Simms and Lambert Duncan and Willetta Collins. Step grandson to Debra Duncan, Willie Collins, Jr. and Yolanda Simms. Great grandson of Octavis E. Simms. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the funeral service on Friday, April 25, 2008 at Greater King Solomon Family Worship Center, located in Marrero, LA. Visitationh 10am to 11am with funeral serviceimmediately following at 11a.m. Interment at Mount Olivet Cemetery. Arrangements by Heritage Funeral Directors. Times Picayune 04/24/2008. **************************************** 000781 Simms - Rosa Lee Simms on Tuesday, April 22, 2008 went to meet with her Lord. Age 79. Beloved widow of Earl Simms, Sr. Mother of Betty (Wayne) Matthews, Albert (Mytrice) Perry, III, Alberta (George) Stewart, Donna (Raymond, Sr.) Green, Bernard (Luvone) Perry, Sr., Lydia (Troy) Simms, Lisa (Michael) Mathieu, Pamela (Brian) Sessions, Angel (Walter) Wise and the late Melvina, Brian and Arnold Simms. Daughter of the late Saul Viel, Sr. and Alberta V. Smith. Sister of the late Octavia Melancon, Leroy Smith, Sherman and James Viel. Niece of Rev. Austin (Rose) Ballard. Also survived by 32 grandchildren, 41 great grandchildren and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends. Preceded in death by one grandson, Gerome Perry. Relatives and friends of the family, also Pastors, officers and members of New Genesis and Beulah Baptist Churches and Christ Temple of New Orleans are invited to attend the Funeral Service on Saturday, April 26, 2008 at 9:00 a.m. from Second Macedonia Baptist Church, 1613 South Liberty Street, Rev. Lewis T. Balley, officiating. Interment Green Street Cemetery. Church Visitation from 8:00 a.m. until service time. Professional services entrusted to: Littlejohn Funeral Home 2163 Aubry Street Cal. K. Johnson, Manager/Funeral Director Information: (504) 940-0045 www.littlejohnfuneralhome.com Times Picayune 04/25/2008. **************************************** 000782 Sincere - Darrell Sincere on Tuesday, April 8, 2008 at 7:30 pm., an angel was dispatched to Darrell's bedside at Walnut Hills Convalescent Center. He was a long time resident of New Orleans, LA. He was a 1979 graduate of Francis T. Nichols High School. However due to Hurricane Katrina he was relocated to Austin, TX. Darrell leaves to cherish his memories his loving foster mother, Mrs Virgie Sutton; two brothers: Joseph and Earl Sincere; three sisters: Deahoun Saunders, Lynnar Jones and Carla Kelly; a host of nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, cherished family members and friends. Darrell Sincere was preceded in death by his parents: Mr. Joseph E, and Mrs. Shirley Mae Sincere, Sr.; his foster father, Mr. Cinton Sutton; brothers: Armond, Carl and Michael Sincere and Errol Kelly. A private Funeral Service will be held in Austin, TX. Times Picayune 04/13/2008. **************************************** 000783 Skinner - Adeline Veal Skinner entered into eternal rest on March 30, 2008 at Touro Infirmary Hospital. Age 80. Beloved wife of the late Henry Walter Skinner, Sr. Mother of Henry W. Skinner, Jr. (Denise), Marsha Skinner Smith (Malcolm), Timothy Skinner (Valerie), Leonard Skinner (Ida), Alicia Skinner Smith (Tommy) and the late Beverly Skinner Lyons, Giselle Skinner Rooney, and Yvette Skinner Carter. Sister of Hazel Veal Francois, Annie Mae Veal Early, and the late Freddie and Joseph Williams, Marguirite Veal Martin, and Duncan Veal. Grandmother of 19, great-grandmother of 27. Also survived by a host of nieces, nephews, cousins other relatives and friends. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the funeral services on Friday, March 4, 2008 at St. James Methodist Church of Louisiana, 1925 Ursuline Ave. at 11:00am. Interment will be in Mt. Olivet Cemetery. Visitation will begin at 9:00am. CHARBONNET-LABAT DIRECTORS, 581-4411 Times Picayune 04/3/2008. **************************************** 000784 Sleet - Lillian Marie Garcia Sleet Transitioned Into Heaven Lillian Marie Garcia Sleet, wife of Phillip M. Sleet, Sr., passed away peacefully on Thursday, April 3rd at 8:30 a.m. Visitation will be held at Kramer Funeral Home on Masonic Dr. on Friday, April 4, from 4:00 to 8:00 p.m. (with the rosary prayed at 6:30) and on Saturday, from 9 to noon. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at Our Lady of Prompt Succor, presided by Fr. Daniel P. O'Connor, on Saturday at 12:30 p.m. Interment will be in Alexandria Memorial Gardens under the direction of John Kramer & Son. Lillian, a native of New Orleans, LA, was the daughter of Lillian and Joseph Francis Garcia. She was born on August 29th, 1916. In Alexandria, she was very active in her Church: Eucharistic Chaplin at Cabrini Hospital (18 years); member of the Altar Society at Our Lady of Prompt Succor; a Lady in the Order of the Holy Sepulcher; member of Catholic Daughters of America. Mrs. Sleet was engaged in her children's education and activities: Mother's Club of Menard and Prompt Succor; PTA of Menard; Cub Scout leader. She was an integral part of Phil Sleet Realty, acting as a Treasurer. She served her community through the Junior Service League and enjoyed playing Bridge. She had a passion for family, friends and geneology. Lillian is preceded in death by her husband, Phillip M. Sleet, Sr., and her sons, Stephen Sleet and Phillip M. (Skeet) Sleet, Jr. She is survived by her son, John "Jack" Sleet; daughter, Marie Sleet Vaccher and her husband, Deno Vaccher; granddaughter, Laura Roth and her husband, Josh Roth; grandson, Mark Lybarger-Monson and his wife, Kara Lybarger-Monson; and great grandchildren: Jacqueline Roth, Jonah Lybarger-Monson and Dylan Lybarger-Monson. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be sent to Radio Maria, 601 Washington St., Alexandria, LA 71301. Online notes of condolence may be sent to the family online at kramerfunerals@aol.com. Times Picayune 04/4/2008. **************************************** 000785 Smith - Alois Taylor Wright Smith, age 85, passed away on Thursday, March 27, 2008. She leaves to cherish her memories 3 sons: Richard Wright, Wallace and Steven Smith, 3 daughters: Linda Morgan, Brenda Francois and Lisa Castro; daughters-n-law, Beth Smith and Lisa Joy Smith; a son-in- law, Julio Castro; 30 grandchildren, 43 great-grandchildren and 2 great-great-grand-children. She was preceded in death by her parents: Maude and Alvin Taylor, 1st husband, Richard Wright, 2nd husband, James K. Smith, 3 sons: John R., James (JK) and Jackie Dale Smith, 3 grandsons: Donnie, Jason and Brandon, 2 brothers John and Welby Taylor and 1 sister, Lorene Swininger. Boyd-Brooks Funeral Service, LLC 3245 Gentilly Blvd New Orleans, LA 70122 (504) 282-1202 Times Picayune 04/6/2008. **************************************** 000786 Smith - Geroy" Eddie Baldy" Smith entered into eternal rest on Monday, April 7, 2008. Age 22. Beloved son of Rosie Smith. Stepson of Chadric Dixon. Brother of Eddie, Lionel, Vennie, Chennie and Rozairo Smith. Grandson of Rosie Davis. Also survived by 4 aunts, 3 uncles, 2 nieces, 1 nephew, a host of other relatives and friends. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend a funeral at Israelite B.C., 2100 Martin L. King, Jr. Blvd. on Saturday, April 12, 2008 at 11:00 a.m. Rev. Dr. Emanuel Smith, Jr. Pastor, Rev. Marc Napoleon, officiating. Visitation 10:00 a.m. Interment: Providence Park Cemetery. Funeral arrangements entrusted to MAJESTIC MORTUARY SERVICE (504) 523-5872 Times Picayune 04/12/2008. **************************************** 000787 Smith - James J. Smith, Sr. departed this life on Tuesday, April 15, 2008. Son of the late Willie and Mary C. Robinson III. He was a devoted father of six: Cierra, James Jr., Jeremy, Jeron and Jared Smith and Paul Coleman. Cherishing his memories companion, Renee' Smith. Beloved brother of Jerry Walker, Sr., Christopher, Richard and Edward Robinson and Robert Campbell; sisters: Doretha, Erica and Grace Robinson, Julia Link, Mary Molden and Irene Green. Also survived by a host of relatives and friends. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Funeral Services on Monday, April 21, 2008 at New Home Missionary B.C., 612 Main St., LaPlace, LA 70068 at 10:00 a.m. Visitation 9:00 a.m. Interment: Providence Cemetery. Service entrusted to: Dennis Mortuary, 1812 Louisiana Ave., N.O., LA 70115. Times Picayune 04/20/2008. **************************************** 000788 Smith - Judy Smith was a native of Lacombe, Louisiana and a resident of Pearl River, La. for 40 years. Survived by husband Patrick D Smith, Jr.; children, Diane Smith Salard and Patrick D Smith III; grandchildren, Dillon P Esslinger and Trinity A Smith. Memorial gathering on Saturday at Williams Funeral Home on Hwy 41 from 2-3. Times Picayune 04/4/2008. **************************************** 000789 Smith - Marcus Jerrad Smith, Jr., a native and resident of Baton Rouge, LA, passed away on Sunday, April 13, 2008 at 4:25 p.m. at Tulane Medical Center of acute liver failure. Age 16 months. Son of Marcus Jerrad Smith, Sr. and Jada Whitney (Brown) Smith. Maternal grandson of Barnette and Nelda Woodfork Brown of LaPlace, LA and paternal grandson of Mark and Norma Johnson Smith of Lake Charles, LA. Maternal nephew of Jordan W. Brown and paternal nephew of Hillary A. Smith. Visiting at Antioch B.C., Brusly, LA from 10:30 a.m. until 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, April 19, 2008. Religious Service at the church at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday conducted by Pastor Sidney Tobias. Interment Antioch B.C. Cemetery, Brusly, LA. Hall Davis and Son Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. Times Picayune 04/18/2008. **************************************** 000790 Smith - Marilyn M. Smith, died on Thursday, April 17, 2008. Daughter of the late Elmer Mitchell and Pauline Jones Mitchell. Devoted wife of Carlos Smith. Mother of Jamie Smith. Grandmother of Mikell Smith and Kelsey Mackey. Sister of Elmire Young and the late Gloria Mitchell. Aunt of Valerie and Carol Rogers, Darlene Durden, Sandra Prout and Elmer Rogers. Aunt-in-law of David Durden. She is also survived by a host of other relatives and friends. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the Discourse on Saturday April 26, 2008 at Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses, 3031 Old Berhman Highway, New Orleans, LA at 10:00 A.M. Visitation will begin at 9:00 A.M. Bro. Ray Akin officiating. Interment: Westlawn Cemetery, Gretna, LA. Arrangements by Rhodes United Fidelity Funeral Home, 2929 Scenic Hwy. Baton Rouge, LA, Please visit our website www.rhodesfuneral.com to sign the guest book. Times Picayune 04/25/2008. **************************************** 000791 Smith - Missionary Helen Beatrice Bars Smith departed this earthly life on Thursday, April 10, 2008 and entered eternal rest at JoEllen Smith Convalescent Center. Beloved wife of Louis Smith. Daughter of the late Viola Reed and John Bars. Granddaughter of Ella Reed Myles. Devoted cousin of Myrtle Pierre Clark of Washington, D.C. and Velma Cyous Williams of Nashville, TN. Devoted friend of 70 years Gloria Brown. Devoted friend of Mary Porter of Metairie, La. Also survived by a host of cousins, other relatives and friends. Age 82 years. A native of New Orleans, La. and a resident Metairie, La. Relatives and friends; also pastors, officers, and members of St. Paul Spiritual Church, 811 Pailet St., Harvey, La. on Saturday, April 19, 2008 at 10:00a.m. Rev. Ruby Bernard, officiating. Visitation will begin at 9:00a.m. until service time at the above named church. Interment: Providence Cemetery -Metairie, La. Arrangements by Davis Mortuary Service 230 Monroe St., Gretna, La. Times Picayune 04/19/2008. **************************************** 000792 Smith - Naomi Brooks Smith departed this life on Saturday, March 29, 2008 at the age of 85 years old in Mamou, LA. She is survived and fondly remembered by her grandchildren Donald L. Smith Jr., Adrena Smith Robertson (Kwan), Keely Duckworth, Michael and Justin Smith. She is also survived by three great grandchildren Bryce and Kiron Robertson and Jojwan McLeod. Relatives, friends, members of First Evangelist Baptist Church in New Orleans and Eastern Star Queen Vistie Chapter 10 are invited to attend the homegoing service on Saturday, April 12, 2008 at Grants Chapel, 317 West Oak Street, Amite, LA, at 11:00 a.m. Visitation will begin at 9:00 a.m. Reverend Warren Taylor Officiating. Interment at Butler Cemetery. Arrangements by Richardson Funeral Home. Times Picayune 04/9/2008. **************************************** 000793 Smith - Nolan Smith passed away on Tuesday, April 1, 2008. Former husband of Shirley Smith by second marriage and the late Myra Smith by first marriage. Son of the late Roland and Rosemary Smith. Father of Bryn Smith. Grandfather of four grandchildren. Brother of Gwendolyn Scheffler (husband Henry), Kenneth Edward Smith (former wife Sandra), Patricia Thibodeaux (husband Charles). Special friend of Pearline Sizemore. Also survived by a host of nieces and nephews. Age 59 years, born in New Orleans, and a resident of Harvey , LA for the past 4 years. Relatives and Friends of the Family are invited to attend the Funeral Mass at MOTHE FUNERAL HOME, 2100 Westbank Expressway, Harvey, LA, on Friday, April 4, 2008 at 11 AM. Interment Westlawn Park Cemetery, Gretna, LA. Visitation will be Friday morning from 9 AM until Funeral Time. For information, please call 366- 4343. Times Picayune 04/3/2008. **************************************** 000794 Smith - Roy (Wade) Smith, age 50, passed away on Tuesday, April 8, 2008 at Kindred Hospital. Relatives and friends are invited to attend a Memorial Service on Friday, April 18, 2008, 10:00 AM at Delacroix Hope Baptist Church, 1932 Bayou Road, St. Bernard, LA. He was preceded in death by his father E.T. McDaniel and sister Suzanne Smith. He leaves to cherish his precious memories his parents Evelyn P. McDaniel and Edward Cureau, daughter Mandy Guidroz (Warren) and son Clayton McDaniel, grandson Warren III, 4 sisters Jessica Hernandez (Brad), Belinda Meyer, Karen Deffes and Tina McCarthy. Also survived by a host of other relatives and friends. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to Delacroix Hope Baptist Church. Services entrusted to the caring staff of: Professional Funeral Services, Inc "Divine Service for a Divine People" 1620 Elysian Fields Avenue New Orleans, LA 70117 504-948-7447 Times Picayune 04/17/2008. **************************************** 000795 Smith - Voncile Martin-Smith departed this earthly life and entered into eternal rest on Thursday, April 3, 2008 at Ochsner Foundation Hospital of Jefferson, LA. Daughter of the late Vertis and Albert Martin, Sr. A devoted friend of Fred Kirklin. Loving mother and mother-in-law of Mandory (Ashanti) Smith, Jermaine and Myesha Smith. Sister of Arie Wilson, Mertis Singleton, Lorraine Adam, Carl Brumfield, Rayford, Leslie and Albert Martin, Jr. and the late Edith Martin. Also survived by a host of grandchildren, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Relatives and friends of the family; also pastors, officers and members of Providence Baptist Church of LaPlace, LA and all neighboring churches are invited the Funeral Services on Friday, April 11, 2008 at 11:00 a.m. at Providence Baptist Church, 240 Pine St., LaPlace, LA. Rev. Willie Smith, officiating. interment in Providence Memorial Cemetery, LaPlace, 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 04/10/2008. **************************************** 000796 Smith - Walter W. Smith passed away on Thursday, April 3, 2008 at the age of 79. A native of New Orleans, Louisiana and a life time resident before Hurricane Katrina. The past two years a resident of Regency Place in Baton Rouge, LA. Son of the late Ernest A. Smith and Helen Roberts Smith. Brother of the late Evelyn Smith Bates Justin and Ernest "Red" Smith, Jr. Beloved nephew of Juanita Signal Smith. Favorite dearly loved uncle of Beverly B. Wright and Deborah H. Bates. Adored great-uncle of Morris A. Bates, Danielld K. and Brigette G. Wright and Jasmine A. Bates. Mr. Smith served in the U.S. Army during the Korean War. He was a member of VFW, and was past President of the Retired Teachers Association of New Orleans, Charter member of Pontchartrain Kiwanis Club and Chaplain of the Phi Beta Sigma Chapter of Theta Beta Sigma Fraternity. Relatives and friends are invited to attend Funeral Services at St. John Divine MBC, 1763 N. Derbigny St., N.O., LA 70116 on Saturday, April 12, 2008 at 9:00 a.m. Visitation will be Saturday, April 12, 2008 at 8:00 a.m. until 9:00 a.m. Interment Resthaven Memorial Park. NO WAKE. You may sign the guest book on nola.com/obits. GERTRUDE GEDDES WILLIS FUNERAL HOME, INC. in charge. Times Picayune 04/11/2008 **************************************** 000797 Sommers - Albert N. "Paw" Sommers, 76, passed away at his residence on Friday, April 4, 2008. He was a native of New Orleans and a resident of Lacombe for over 11 years. He was the beloved husband of Rita B. Sommers for 58 years; father of Rita S. VanVrancken (Eddie), Marilyn S. Crawford (Bill), Albert N. Sommers, Jr. (Diane), Arthur J. Sommers (Donna), Brian J. Sommers (Debbie) and Wayne A. Sommers. He is also survived by 15 grandchildren, Michelle, Duane, Bill Jr., Kelly, Jeffrey, Lisa, Christopher, Kevin, Chad, Jeremy, Brittany, Lauren, Joshua, Stephanie and Lindsey; and 7 great-grandchildren, Brandon, Meagan, William III, Braden, Dylan, Landon and Keelee. He was preceded in death by his great-grandchild, Jadyn Rose. 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, April 8, 2008 at 2:00 PM with visitation beginning at 12:00 noon. Interment will follow in All Saints Mausoleum in Metairie Cemetery. The family would like to thank Hospice Care of Louisiana/Mississippi and Dr. Theodossiou and his oncology staff for their loving care and concern during this difficult time. To sign the Family Guestbook, please visit www.lakelawnmetairie.com Times Picayune 04/6/2008. **************************************** 000798 Sorapuru - Leroy David Sorapuru entered into eternal rest on April 21, 2008 at the age of 73. Son of the late Wilbert and Honorine Sorapuru. He is survived by his loving wife of 51 years, Rosemary Dinvaut Sorapuru, daughter Monique S. Cook (Silas Jr.), and son Fabian S. Sorapuru (Treneice). Grandfather of Kelli Cook-Morrell (Nicholas), Laure Cook, Tyrania, Feagin, Breion, Dustin, Kiya Sorapuru, and Landis Wilson. Great-grandfather of Paris Isom. Beloved brother of Larry Sorapuru, Sr. (Grace), Bertha Sorapuru, Olga Boudoin (late Lynn), Theresa Adam (late Andrew), Audrey Gauthier (late Perry), late Thelma S. Barre, late Stanley Sorapuru (Dolorous), and the late Wilbert Sorapuru, Jr. (late Dorothy). Brother-in-law of Rudolph Dinvaut (late Corrine), Ferdinand Dinvaut III (Philomena), Jacquline Rousseve (late Maurice), Beverly Harris (Yale), and the late Mullin Dinvaut. Also survived by a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend a Mass of Christian Burial on Saturday, April 26, 2008 at 11:00 a.m. from St. John the Baptist Catholic Church, 2361 Hwy. 18, Edgard, La. 70049. Visitation will be held from 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. Recitation of the Rosary at 10:00 a.m. Reverend Joel Cantones, Celebrant. Interment St. John the Baptist Catholic Cemetery. Arrangements by The Baloney Funeral Home, LLC. Times Picayune 04/25/2008. **************************************** 000799 Sparkman - Jerome Sparkman, Jr. was received into the loving arms of his Saviour Jesus Christ on Monday, April 7, 2008. Loving husband of Tawanka Sparkman. Father of Brittany Watson, Javeone, Jerome III, and Javin Sparkman. Son of Jerome Sparkman, Sr. and Wanda Renee Sparkman. Brother of Sharome, Shavonne, and Dionne Sparkman. Son-In-law of Dwight and Joyce Watson. Grandson of Althea Dixon, and Agnelia Adams, and the late Norma Dixon, Sr., Bunny Sparkman, Philip Watson, Sr., and Lillian Watson. Also survived by a host of uncles, aunts, nephews, nieces, cousins, and other relatives and friends. Age 27 years. A native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Marrero, LA. Relatives and friends of the family, also pastor, officers and members of MT. SINAI B.C., and neighboring churches are invited to attend the Funeral Service from Mt. Sinai B.C., 1249 Leboeuf Street, New Orleans, LA on Saturday, April 12, 2008 at 10:00 a.m. (NO WAKE). Visitation from 8:30 a.m. until service time at the above named church. Interment: Westlawn Cemetery, Gretna, LA. Arrangements by Davis Mortuary Service 230 Monroe St., Gretna, LA Times Picayune 04/11/2008 **************************************** 000800 Speed - February 4, 2008 - April 5, 2008 J'ioni Raashida 'Ioni' Speed, age 8 weeks old, entered into eternal peace Saturday, April 5, 2008 at Children's Hospital at 5:15 a.m. in N.O., La. Beloved daughter of Johnny Speed, III and Roshetia Kimball Speed. Sister of Johnathan R. Speed and James C. Doaty, III. Granddaughter of Rachel Kimball, Johnny Speed, Jr., Ruby Speed and Patricia Cook and the late James Carr. Great granddaughter of Alfreda Hardin, Madeline Jenkins and the late Joseph Givens, Sr. and Peter Jenkins, niece of Shelita Kimball, James Doaty, II, Deanna, Britanney and Christopher Speed, a host of aunts, uncles and cousins. Relatives and friends are invited to attend a Visitation at 9AM and Services for 10AM at Bethlehem Lutheran Church, 1823 Washington Ave., N.O.LA, 70113 on Tuesday, April 8, 2008. Interment: Mt. Olivet Cemetery. Arrangements by Richardson Funeral Home. Times Picayune 04/8/2008. **************************************** 000801 Spencer - Barbara Mathes Spencer, died at her home in Metairie LA, surrounded by her family on Thursday, April 3, 2008, after a two year battle with pancreatic cancer. Devoted and beloved wife of 47 years to Wayne J. Spencer, she is loved and will be sadly missed by her children Barbara Michel (Louis Michel, Jr.), Christine Doussan (Albert Doussan IV), Earl Spencer (Gay Elmer), and Donna Evans (Raymond Evans, Jr.) Barbara Spencer was preceded in death by her parents: James Emmett Mathes, Sr. and Bertha Rapp Mathes, natives of Bucktown. She is survived by her brother, James E. Mathes, Jr., sisters Aline Mathes and Adelaide Rodriguez; grandchildren, Vanessa Michel, Ashley Doussan, Spencer Doussan, and Raymond Evans III; a host of nieces, nephews, uncles, aunts, cousins, other relatives and friends. Aged 66 years, Barbara Spencer was a native of Bucktown, and a lifelong resident of Metairie, LA, a former realtor, and former co-owner of Spencer's Taxidermy Service; she enjoyed hunting, fishing, embroidery, crocheting, and spending time with her family. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to the visitation Tuesday April 8, 2008 from 6:00pm until 9:00pm.There will be a visitation again on Wednesday April 9, 2008 from 8:00am until Mass begins at 10:00am. at the GARDEN OF MEMORIES FUNERAL HOME located at 4900 Airline dr. Metairie, LA. 70001. For information please call (504)833-3786. To sign the online guestbook please visit WW.MEM.COM. Times Picayune 04/6/2008. **************************************** 000802 Spencer - Rex A. Spencer, Jr. died on Saturday, April 26, 2008 at 1:15 PM, age 80 years. Beloved husband of Gladys Byrne Spencer. Father of Linda S. Grillot, Cynthia S. Boubede, Roxane S. Baird and Terri S. Slavich. Son of the late Lillian Bray and Rex A. Spencer, Sr. Brother of Phyllis S. Ardoin, Lillian S. Butler and the late Dorothy S. Galloway, Betty S. Brumley and Roy Spencer. Also survived by 10 grandchildren and 12 great grandchildren. 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, April 29, 2008 at 2:00 PM. Interment will follow in Lake Lawn Park. Visitation on Tuesday from 12:00 PM until 200 PM. In lieu of flowers, donations preferred to the American Lung Association. To sign and view the Family Guestbook, please visit www.lakelawnmetairie.com. Times Picayune 04/28/2008. **************************************** 000803 Spurlock - Entered into rest Friday, April 18, 2008, at his residence, Mr. Ben O. "Buddy" Spurlock, Jr., 75, of Augusta, GA. Mr. Spurlock was a native of New Orleans, LA but has lived in Augusta the past 33 years. He was a member of the Knights of Columbus, Patrick Walsh Council # 677 and the Patrick Walsh Assembly # 174. Mr. Spurlock was a member of St. Mary on the Hill Catholic Church. He was an Associate Professor Emeritus of Pathology and founding member of Southeast Electron Microscopy Society (SEEMS). He was awarded the Outstanding Technologist Award from Microscopy Society of America (1995) and Distinguished Scientist Award from SEEMS (1999). Funeral Mass will be held Wednesday, April 23, 2008 at St. Mary on the Hill Catholic Church. Memorials may be made to St. Joseph Foundation, P O Box 31358, Augusta, GA 30903. The Vigil for the deceased will be held Tuesday, April 22, 2008 at 6:00 P.M. at the funeral home with the family receiving friends until 8:00 P.M. Thomas Poteet & Son Funeral Directors, 214 Davis Rd., Augusta, GA 30907 (706) 364-8484. www.thomaspoteet.com Times Picayune 04/20/2008. **************************************** 000804 Spurlock - Lillian Frances Gilmore Spurlock, entered into eternal rest on Friday, March 28, 2008 at Baton Rouge General Hospital, Baton Rouge, La. She is survived by four children: Alphonse Jr., Eric, and Sabrina Spurlock, and Darlene Spurlock Jefferson. She is also survived by two grandsons: Ronald Jr. and Ryan Jefferson; and mother-in-Law of Maxine Keller-Spurlock. Sister of Annie Mae Dudley of New Orleans, La., Katie Junius and Oceal Ford of Oakland, California, and sister-in-law of Viola Smothers. She was preceded in death by her parents, Samuel Gilmore and Carrie Smothers Gilmore and one brother, James Smothers, Sr. Also survived by a host of cousins, nieces, nephews, others relatives and friends. She attended Southern University of Baton Rouge, La. and worked as a teacher for Orleans Parish School Board until retirement. A native of New Orleans, La; and for the past two and half years of Baton Rouge, La. Relatives and friends of the family, pastors, officers and members of Greater Bright Morning Star Baptist Church, and the Orleans Parish School Board are invited to attend the Funeral Services on Saturday, April 5, 2008 at 9:00am at Rhodes Funeral Home, 1020 Virgil St., Gretna, La 70053. Visitation will begin at 8:00am until service time. Burial will take place in Providence M. Park Metairie, La. Arrangements by Rhodes Funeral Home 1728 N. Claiborne Ave., New Orleans, LA 70116. Please Visit our website to sign the guest book at www.rhodesfuneral.com. Times Picayune 04/4/2008. **************************************** 000805 St. Pe' - Elizabeth McCaskill St. Pé on Sunday, April 20, 2008. Daughter of the late Horace and Eva McCaskill. Devoted wife of the late Richard Emmanuel St. Pé. Beloved mother of Robert C. St. Pé, Cheryl E. St. Pé, Richard E. St. Pé, Jr. and the late Wayne E. St. Pé Also survived and loved by numerous grandchildren and great grandchildren. A native of Repton, AL and a resident of Carriere, MS. A private service was held at Greenwood Funeral Home, 5200 Canal Blvd. on Wednesday, April 23, 2008. Interment followed in Greenwood Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donation to the American Cancer Society preferred, 2605 River Rd., New Orleans, LA 70121. Family guest book may be sign on line at www.greenwoodfuneralhome.net. Times Picayune 04/24/2008. **************************************** 000806 Steck - Dr. Charles George Steck passed away on Saturday, April 5, 2008. He was born on March 1, 1930 in Shamokin, Pennsylvania. He was preceded in death by Nancy Crawford Steck, his beloved wife of 26 years. He graduated from Shamokin High School, Muhlenberg College in Allentown, Pennsylvania, and then Jefferson Medical College in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. He served a rotating internship with the United States Naval Hospital in Great Lakes, Illinois. He graduated from the School of Aviation Medicine in Pensacola, Florida. Later in Pensacola, he served as a flight surgeon and medical examiner while attaining the rank of Lieutenant in the USNR. He entered private practice in internal medicine in Largo, Florida after his Naval Service, and then completed his fellowship and residency in the Department of Psychiatry and Neurology at Tulane Medical School. Thereafter, he practiced Psychiatry for 45 years in New Orleans. He was on the staff of a number of local hospitals, including DePaul, Southern Baptist, Touro, Coliseum House, St. Claude General, New Orleans General and St. Charles Community Health Center. He was President of the medical staff at DePaul for two years, and President of the medical staff at Southern Baptist Hospital for one year. He was on the teaching faculty of LSU Medical School, Department of Psychiatry for over 20 years, and also was on the teaching faculty at Tulane Medical School. He was a local innovator in the field of psychiatry, having established the first biomedical feedback laboratory in the city of New Orleans, as well as the Hypnosis Institute of New Orleans where he was the director. He loved theater and the arts, and performed in multiple productions of the Tulane Summer Lyric Theater. He was a member of Rayne Memorial United Methodist Church, as well as the New Orleans Country Club. He is survived by his children: Charles Hannon Steck of New Orleans, Dr. John Crawford Steck of New Orleans, and Catherine Steck Worley of New Orleans, as well as five grandchildren: Katie, Crawford and William Steck and Nancy and Catherine Worley. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Funeral Service from Rayne United Memorial Methodist, 3900 St. Charles Avenue on Thursday, April 10, 2008 at 1:00 PM. Interment will be private. Visitation will begin at 12:00 Noon at the church. The family respectfully requests that any donations be made to the National Alliance for Mental Health N.O., 1538 Louisiana Avenue, New Orleans, LA 70115. Arrangements by LAKE LAWN METAIRIE FUNERAL HOME CHAPEL. To sign and view the Family Guestbook, please visit www.lakelawnmetairie.com. Times Picayune 04/9/2008 **************************************** 000807 Steen - Roy Edward Steen passed away on Thursday, April 17, 2008 at 5:00 AM. Age 69 years. Survivors included his beloved wife, Mary Allen "Susie" Steen; three children: Erin Steen French, Amy Steen Reggio and Jeffery A. Steen; four grandchildren: Toni Steen Hampton, Michael E. Steen, Gavin N. Reggio, and Harleigh E. Reggio; and one brother, Paul Francis Steen. Also survived by many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, William and Marcelle Gueringer Steen; and one brother, Gary Joseph Steen. He was a native and lifelong resident of New Orleans, LA and graduated from St. Aloysius High School. He was the founder and owner of Roy Supply Company in Belle Chasse. He was an avid fisherman and always the life of the party, telling jokes and making people laugh. Roy was a devoted husband, father, grandfather and friend. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Funeral service at LAKE LAWN METAIRIE FUNERAL HOME CHAPEL, 5100 Pontchartrain Blvd. on Monday, April 21, 2008 at 12:00 noon. Interment will follow in All Saints Mausoleum. Visitation will be held on Sunday, April 20, 2008 from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM and again on Monday, April 21, 2008 from 10:00 AM until time of service. To sign and view the Family Guestbook, please visit www.lakelawnmetairie.com. Times Picayune 04/19/2008 **************************************** 000808 Steib - Beulah Edith Sevin Steib died at home on Sunday, April 20, 2008 at 8:30 AM. Beloved wife of Sidney J. Steib, Sr. Daughter of the late Frank Joseph Sevin and Maria Steib Sevin. Beloved mother of Sylvia S. Shally (James), Mary S. Brunet ( Raleigh ), Nola S. Dodgen (George), Sidney J. Steib, Jr. (Gayle), Paula S. LeBlanc (Joey), Sandra S. Cross (Kerry), Michael P. Steib (Vickie), and one deceased baby girl. Sister of Francis Sevin and the late Clara Cagnolatti, Mary Sevin, Dorothy Faucheaux, Lydia Primeaux, Therese George, Warren Sevin, and Rosalie Zeringue. Grandmother of 14 grandchildren, 8 great-grandchildren, and 1 deceased granddaughter. Age 85 years, a native of Vacherie, LA and a resident of Westwego , LA for the past 62 years. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend a Mass of Christian Burial at Visitation of Our Lady Catholic Church, 3520 Ames Blvd., Marrero, LA on Wednesday, April 23, 2008 at 11:00 AM. Interment in Our Lady of Prompt Succor Cemetery, Westwego, LA. Visitation will be Tuesday evening at MOTHE FUNERAL HOME, 7040 Lapalco Blvd., Marrero, LA from 6:00 PM until 9:00 PM and again Wednesday morning from 8:00 AM until 10:30 AM. In lieu of flowers, masses are preferred. Information: 366-4343. Times Picayune 04/22/2008. **************************************** 000809 Stein - Lillian Dallimore Stein passed away on Saturday, April 5, 2008 at the age of 88. Beloved wife of the late Harry E. Stein. Devoted mother of Sandra S. Bruno and husband John H. Bruno and Wanda S. Touard. Grandmother of Troy Scardino, Sean Gil, Shannan Harris and Alisha Terrebonne. Great-grandmother of Natalie Gil and Casey Harris. Sister of Hermina Crockett and the late Jeannette, Philip, Sydney, Albert, Milton and Oliver Dallimore. 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, April 9, 2008 at 12:00 noon with visitation beginning at 10:00 AM. Interment will follow in Greenwood Cemetery. To sign and view the Family Guestbook, please visit www.lakelawnmetairie.com. Times Picayune 04/7/2008 **************************************** 000810 Sterken - Ervin Henry Sterken, 80 years old of Ponchatoula, LA, died Friday, April 18, 2008, at Our Lady of the Lake Regional Medical Center, Baton Rouge. He was born on January 13, 1928, in New Orleans, Louisiana, son of the late Henry Jules Sterken and Violet Margaret Bubert Sterken. Mr. Sterken was a retired Pipe Draftsman. Surviving are his wife, Carolyn Courtade Sterken; son, Ervin H. Sterken, Jr.; son, Ronnie W. Sterken; 4 granchildren, and 2 great- grandchildren; brother and sister-in-law, Tillman J. and Sylvia Sterken, and a sister and brother-in-law, Barbara S. and Al Alack. He was preceded in death by a son, Michael W. Sterken. Relatives and friends will be received Tuesday, April 22, 2008, at the French Corner Baptist Church from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. Services will follow at 2 p.m., with Rev. Eric Hathaway officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to: French Corner Baptist Church Building Fund - 39715 Teel Rd - Ponchatoula, LA 70454. An on-line Guestbook is available at http://www.harrymckneely.com. Times Picayune 04/21/2008. **************************************** 000811 Stewart - Augusta L. Stewart passed on Friday, March 28, 2008. She will be laid to rest on Tuesday, April 29, 2008, 12:00 Noon at Lake Lawn Metairie Cemetery. Times Picayune 04/28/2008. **************************************** 000812 Stewart - Lillian Estelle "Mama Lillian" Jones- Stewart on Wednesday, April 2, 2008 in Lawrence-ville, Georgia departed this earth. She was baptized at an early age in Woodville, MS and continued her walk with the Lord Jesus along life's journey. She was a lifelong resident of New Orleans and worked as a Baker and Cook in the Public School System for many years. She was born to the late William and Lillie Gaines Jones of Woodville, MS. on October 6, 1928. Devoted and beloved mother of Willie Parker, Sr., Marguerite Stewman, Shirley Ackerson, Catherine Octave, Dorian Browder, and the late Juanita Parker. Sister of one surviving brother, Wallace Jones, and the late William Jones, Jr., Willie Jones, Rosalie Newton and Laura Armstrong. Grandmother of Deidra Parker, Leander Roberts, Shari Stewman, Arnise Parker, Sabrina Delpit, Kimberly Williams, Kristan Parker, Willie Parker, Jr., Shaiquandra Jones, Dionda Parker, Jennifer Parker, Ramon Stewart and Jarrod Browder. Great-grandmother to 13 great-grandchildren. Daughter-in-law Thelma Parker; sons-in-law, Eugene Stewman, James Ackerson and the late Jerome Octave. Also survived by a host of other relatives and friends. Relatives and friends of the family, also pastor and members of Fellowship M.B.C., employees of Delgado Community College, Sheraton Hotel & U.S. Court are invited to attend Funeral Services on Friday, April 11, 2008 at 10 o'clock at Charbonnet-Labat Mortuary, 1615 St. Phillip Street. Rev. Sam Johnson, officiating. Interment: Providence Memorial Park. Visitation: 9:00AM- 10:00AM. Funeral Arrangements by D. W. Rhodes Funeral Home, 1728 N. Claiborne Ave., New Orleans, LA. 70116. Please Visit www.Rhodesfuneral.com to sign the guestbook. Times Picayune 04/10/2008. **************************************** 000813 Stewart - Selena Stewart, age 94 departed this life on Wednesday, April 23, 2008 at 2:00 pm at Wathall General Hospital of Tylertown MS. Daughter of the late Sam and Emma Bullock. Mother of the late Quincy A. Stewart and Louella Stewart. Mother in law of Inez Stewart and Essco Bullock. Sister in law of Essie Bullock. Also survived by 13 grandchildren, 6 nieces, 3 nephews, 5 generation of great grandchildren and a host of other relatives and friends. Preceded in death by 5 brothers and 4 sisters. A native of Tylertown, MS and a resident of New Orleans, LA Relatives and friends of the family, also Pastors, Officers and Members of Brandon Bay UMC Church of Tylertown, MS and New Hope B.C. of N.O.,LA (Pastor John Rapheal). Employees and Staff of R.T.A. Transit and Bill Dora Nursing Wathall General Hospital are invited to attend the Visitation on Monday, April 28, 2008 at Brandon Bay UMC Church, 24 Brandon By Church Road-Tylertown, MS. From 11:00 am until 1:00 pm. Followed by Funeral Services at 1:00 pm. Dr. Charles Tillman Officiating, Interment Brandon Bay UMC Church Cemetery, Tylertown, MS. No Wake. You may sign the guest book on nola.com/obits. GERTRUDE GEDDES WILLIS FUNERAL HOME, INC., IN CHARGE. Times Picayune 04/27/2008. **************************************** 000814 Stewart - William H. Stewart, M.D., The former Surgeon General of the United States, The Former Chancellor of The LSU Medical School and the Former Secretary of the Louisiana Department of Health and Human Resources passed away on Wednesday evening April 23, 2008. Dr. Stewart was born May 19, 1921 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. A man of humility with numerous important accomplishments, he was the son of Chester Arthur Stewart M.D. of Hannibal, Missouri and Dorothy Sophia Huffman Stewart of Nevada, Missouri. He was the spouse of 62 years of Mrs. Glendora White Stewart and the father of daughters Laura Stewart Jerome of Kenner, LA and Martha Stewart Dofter of Chesterfield, Missouri. He was grandfather of Emily Elizabeth Dofter of Houston, TX, Daniel Stewart Dofter of San Francisco, CA, Ryan Patrick Jerome of Kenner, LA. Seaman Matthew Charles Jerome USN currently deployed with the USS Hue City based at Mayport, FL, and William Stewart Jerome of Metairie, LA. Dr. Stewart retired in 1986 after a distinguished and multifaceted local, national and international medical career including pediatrics, public health and education. He enjoyed loving and caring for and playing with all of his grandchildren. He also enjoyed activities with his church and its choir and other musical activities including the Trinity Episcopal Church Sunday afternoon concerts. He was very happy to interview prospective students of the LSU Medical School speaking highly of their qualifications often to friends and family. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the Funeral Services at Trinity Episcopal Church, 1329 Jackson Ave., New Orleans, LA on Tuesday, April 29, 2008 at 1:00 PM. Visitation Tuesday morning at Church from 11:30 AM until funeral time. Interment will be private. LAKE LAWN METAIRIE FUNERAL HOME is in charge of arrangements. To view and sign the guest book, please visit www.lakelawnmetairie.com. Times Picayune 04/27/2008 **************************************** 000815 Stipe - Rhoda A. Reinhold Stipe was brought to heaven on angel's wings Thursday, April 24, 2008. A retired Orleans Parish kindergarten teacher, Rhoda was 92 years young.She began life in Manning, Iowa on December 22, 1915 as the daughter of John Reinhold and Gretta West. She grew up surrounded by family and her beloved ponIes. She graduated from Stephens College and the University of Missouri with a B.S. in Early Childhood Learning. While there, she was the "M" Queen and "Miss Audubon" in the Iowa "Miss America" Pageant. Upon graduation she taught in one room schoolhouses in Iowa and Illinois. On one of her adventures, she met and married her late husband, C.A. "Bud" Stipe on November 30, 1941 in Yuma, AZ. They shared 45 wonderful years together traversing the United States before settling in New Orleans. In addition to being a teacher and mother, Rhoda was a founding member and parishioner of St. Clement of Rome Church, the first President of the St. Clement of Rome Grandparent's Club, past President of the Young Elders and a member of the Harahan Rotary Inner Wheel. She was also a member of the Marine Corps Reserve Officers Auxiliary, AARP and the Republican Women's Club. She was a recipient of St. Clement's "Clem" award and active in her college alumni associations as well as volunteering at East Jefferson General Hospital and Doctors Hospital. Rhoda had a passion for writing and kept in touch with friends around the country by letter, as well as by journaling. She loved music ad her love of country ran deep, as did her faith in God and the Blessed Mother. Rhoda is survived by her second husband, John Sunberg whom she married at the age of 86. Also survived by her children: Stephen Frederick Stipe of Ft. Worth, TX and his wife, Moyalana, Paul Dean Stipe of Overland Park, KS and his wife, Janet and Mary Sue McLaughlin of Metairie, LA and her husband, Ken. She adored her grandchildren and will be terribly missed by Scott and Colleen McLaughlin, Jeff and Chris Stipe and Brandie Wayne; as well as her 6 great-grandchildren. A Funeral Mass will be held in her honor on Monday, April 28, 2008 at 10:30 a.m. at St. Clement of Rome Church, 3990 W. Esplanade Avenue, Metairie, LA. Visitation will be held on Sunday, April 27, 2008 at Leitz-Eagan Funeral Home, 4747 Veterans Blvd. near Clearview Pkwy., Metairie, LA from 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. and on Monday from 9:30 a.m. until service time at the Church. Interment will be in Lake Lawn Park Mausoleum. Please feel free to write a tribute or sign the online guestbook at www.legacy.com. For information, please call (504) 888-8440. Times Picayune 04/26/2008 **************************************** 000816 Stjernholm - Rune L. Stjernholm, Professor Emeritus at Tulane University School of Medicine, passed away peacefully with his wife by his side on Thursday, March 6, 2008 in Huntington Beach, California. He was born in Stockholm, Sweden on April 25, 1924. He received his B.S. in Chemical Engineering from Stockholm Technical Institute in 1944 and his Ph.D. in Biochemistry from Case Western Reserve University, studying under the renowned Harlan G. Wood who had invited him to the U.S. Dr. Stjernholm served as Chairman of the Department of Biochemistry at Tulane University School of Medicine from 1971-1989 and remained as a Professor for another 13 years. He was active in both graduate and medical education and received multiple teaching awards. He published nearly 100 peer-reviewed articles and was a widely recognized leader in cancer research during his scientific career. In 1986, he received a patent for the use of platinum bound transferrin for the treatment of cancer. In addition, he served in leadership positions on many community -based organizations including the Cancer Association of Greater New Orleans, the American Heart Association of Louisiana, the Ladies Leukemia League, the United Cancer Council and was a life member of Cancer Crusaders. He retired in 2003. Dr. Stjernholm was an avid sailor and was a member of the New Orleans, Pontchartrain and St. Tammany Yacht Clubs. He was also an eager supporter of the symphony, opera, theatre, New Orleans Museum of Art and the Audubon Society. He is survived by his wife, Kathy; daughters: Linda Sloope and Birgitta Sullivan; step- children: Rhoda Hahn, M.D. and Chris Hahn; and 4 grandchildren. Dr. Stjernholm was remembered in a private family ceremony in California on April 6, 2008. A Memorial Celebration will be held at Tulane University School of Medicine, 1430 Tulane Avenue, J. Bennett Johnston Building, 1st floor on Friday, April 25, 2008 at 11:30 a.m. Times Picayune 04/20/2008. **************************************** 000817 Stockman - Edward Joe Stockman passed away on Friday, April 18, 2008 in LSU Medical Center, Bogalusa, LA. Age 65. A resident of Bush, LA. Survived by: his wife, Julayne Catherine S. Stockman of Bush, LA; 2 sons: Donald Eugene Stockman of Bush, LA and Stephen Glenn Stockman of Charleston, South Carolina; 2 brothers: Donald Floyd Stockman of Pierre Part, LA and Tommy Eugene Stockman of Lake Charles, LA; and 3 grand-daughters: Megan, Anna and Grace Stockman. Mr. Stockman was cremated. Poole-Ritchie Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements. Times Picayune 04/22/2008. **************************************** 000818 Stokes - Timothy (Tim) Stokes, on Friday, April 11, 2008. Son of Barbara Patterson Stokes and Charles Stokes. Father of Timderland, Talmadge, and Timia Webb. Brother Troy Lynn Davis, Rhondalyn Capote, Michelle, Kesha, Tanya, Tomaka, Jovona, Gilbert, Kendric, and Charles Stokes and the late Rhonda and Lennard Storkes. Also survived by brothers- in-law, aunts, uncles and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Funeral Services on Saturday, April 19, 2008 at 9:30am at Louisiana Undertaking Company Inc., 1449 N. Claiborne Ave. Rev. Norwood Thompson Jr. Officiating. Visitation 8:30am. Interment Carrollton Cemetery. Services Entrusted To Louisiana Undertaking Company, Inc. 1449 N. Claiborne Avenue New Orleans, Louisiana 70116 (504) 945-2145 Jeffery K. Jenkins / Renard A. Boissiere Fatima B. Conner Directors Times Picayune 04/18/2008. **************************************** 000819 Sturdevant - January 20, 1912 April 3, 2008 Ms. Janice Sturdevant passed away on Thusday, April 3, 2008 after a short illness. Her intellect, wit, generosity and her spicy personality will be missed by relatives and friends. THARP-SONTHEIMER-THARP, of Metairie, LA was in charge. Information: (504) 835-2341. Times Picayune 04/13/2008. **************************************** 000820 Sturtevant - Walter Francis Sturtevant, a native of Crowley, LA. and a resident of Bush, LA. since 1974, passed away at the St. Tammany Parish Hospital, in Covington, LA. on Tuesday April 1, 2008 at the age of 87. He was a member of the Hebron Baptist Church, Bush, LA. He was retired from the New Orleans Fire Department with 20 years of service, he also was in the United States Army for 4 years. Survivors include his wife: Dorothy Watts Sturtevant, Bush, LA. 1 son: John Sturtevant, Houston, TX. He is preceeded in death by his first wife: Florence Hass 2-brothers: Horace Sturtevant & Warren Sturtevant, 2-sisters: Jean Sturtevant & Roberta Caire. Funeral services will be held at Brown McGehee Funeral Home on Friday, April 4, 2008 at 11:00 A.M. with the Rev. Sam Greer, officiating. Interment to follow in the Grantham Cemetery, Hwy 41, Bush, LA. Visitation will be held at the Funeral Home on Thursday evening April 3, 2008 from 2:00 P.M. until 9:00 P.M. continuing Friday morning 10:00 A.M. until service time. Times Picayune 04/4/2008. **************************************** 000821 Swanson - James L. Swanson, age 70, died on Tuesday afternoon, April 8, 2008 at his home, in the company of his family, after a long illness. A native of Orono, Minnesota, he graduated from Yale University in 1959. Mr. Swanson was an executive with the Peavey Company and ConAgra, serving at various times as Vice President of Operations, Head of Engineering and General Manager of a grain export joint venture between ConAgra and the Feruzzi family. While with Peavey, for the United States Agency for International Development, Mr. Swanson developed a process for fortifying tea leaves with Vitamin A for use in Vitamin A-deficient countries. Later in his career, he served in a variety of capacities in industry organizations, including an appointment by the Secretary of the Department of Agriculture to serve on the Federal Grain Inspection Service Advisory Board, to which he was elected Chairman. Mr. Swanson is survived by his wife Susan, his children Jim Swanson and Lynn Swanson-Barras, his daughter-in-law Marianne Swanson and his son-in-law Joe Barras, his three grandchildren Jimmy, Chris and Kelly Swanson, his brother Richard Swanson, and his sister Virginia Bridge. He left a legacy of unselfish love and will be greatly missed by all. Friends and relatives are invited to join the family for a memorial service at Love Lutheran Church, 3730 MacArthur Boulevard on the Westbank, on Friday, April 11 at 1:30 p.m. A reception will follow, location to be announced at the service. In lieu of flowers, donations in Mr. Swanson's honor may be made to either the American Cancer Society, to be allocated specifically to Kelly Swanson of the Hulks Team of the New Orleans Youth Relay for Life program, 2605 River Road, New Orleans, LA 70121, or the Lafayette Academy Charter School, c/o Choice Foundation, 2727 So. Carrollton, New Orleans, LA 70118. MOTHE FUNERAL HOME in charge of arrangements: 366-4343. Times Picayune 04/10/2008 **************************************** 000822 Sylvain - Julius Joseph Sylvain, Sr. passed away peacefully on Friday, April 11, 2008 with family by his side. He lived 93 years and was a native of New Orleans. He was a retiree of the N. O. Stevedore Co. following 45 years of service. He lived a life of faith in God and caring for his family. In 1934, he married Mable, the love of his life, and this blessed union lasted 71 years. He was a member of St. Raymond Catholic Church where he was active in the Gospel and Resurrection Choirs, the Usher Board and the Knights of Peter Claver, Fourth Degree. He is survived by his 8 children: Julius Sylvain, Jr. (Vivian); Barbara Sylvain Bullock; Kenneth Sylvain, Sr. (Audrey); Gayle Sylvain Greenwood (Wesley); Minister Perry Sylvain, Sr. (Georgia); Patricia Sylvain-Little (Richard); Cynthia Sylvain-Lear and Elder Christopher Sylvain, Sr. (Minister Cynthia); 30 grandchildren; 38 great-grandchildren; 5 great- great grandchildren and a host of other relatives and friends. Julius was preceded in death by his wife, Mable Labay Sylvain; Joseph and Delerita Carriere Sylvain; Joseph and Cecelia Ellois Labay; Ruth Harris, John and Odesta Verrett, Samuel and Doris Augustine, Emile and Florence Shatio; Albert Sylvain; Bernice Labay; Thomas Hudson Bullock, Sr., and Angela Delerita Sylvain Greenwood. Funeral services will be on Friday, April 18th, at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, Fr. Thomas F. Clark, SJ., Celebrant, 1565 Curtis St., Baton Rouge; Visitation: 9:00 to 10:45 a.m.; Knights of St. Peter Claver rituals: 10:00 a.m.; Mass of Christian Burial: 11:00 a.m. Interment: Chenal Cemetery, Lakeland, LA. Relatives and friends are invited to join us. Many thanks to all the caregivers who assisted with love, compassion and dignity. A Scholarship Fund has been established in the name of Julius and Mable Sylvain, Sr. at Xavier University of Louisiana, 1 Drexel Drive, Box 66, New Orleans, LA 70125. Arrangements by Duplain W. Rhodes Funeral Home. Times Picayune 04/17/2008. **************************************** 000823 Sylvester - Memorial Services celebrating the life of Ida Elizabeth Menaugh Sylvester, 96, of Bunnell, FL, who passed away on Saturday, April 19, 2008 at Florida Hospital Oceanside, Ormond Beach, FL, will be held on Saturday, May 10, 2008 at 11:00 am at the Craig-Flagler Palms Funeral Home, 511 Old Kings Rd. South, Flagler Beach, FL. Ida was born on September 25, 1911 in Bedford, IN to the late James Floyd and Fleta (Cornwell) Menaugh. Ida was a homemaker, and she was a resident in the Uptown area of New Orleans from 1941 - 1969. She moved to Bunnell, FL in 1969. She was a member of the DAR Old Kings Highway Chapter, the Order of the Eastern Star Chapter #93, and the Retired Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP). Ida is survived by her daughter, Sarah Ann Owers of New Blaine, Arkansas; her son James Edward Sylvester of New Orleans, LA; her 12 grandchildren, and her 16 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her loving husband of 54 years, Elmer Sylvester whom she married on June 7, 1936. Memorial donations may be made in memory of Ida to the Retired Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP), 4750 E. Moody Blvd., Suite 233, Bunnell, FL 32110. For on-line condolences, go to: www.craigflaglerpalms.com "On-Line Obituaries". Arrangements are in the care and trust of Craig-Flagler Palms Funeral Home. Times Picayune 04/27/2008. **************************************** 000824 Tabor - Charles Craig Tabor, born in Springdale, Ark., and a resident of Picayune, MS., passed away on Friday, March 28, 2008. Son of the late Thomas H. and Edith Tweedy Tabor. Father of Glenn Charles and Anthony Charles Tabor and the late Paul Anthony Tabor. Brother of James, Ralph Tabor, Judy Terry, the late Edward, Ellis, Harold, Henry Tabor and Lula Mae Nolan. He served in the U.S. Army and was a member of the Knights of Columbus. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the Funeral Mass at St. James Major Catholic Church, 3736 Gentilly Blvd., New Orleans, LA, on Saturday, April 5, 2008 at 2:00 P.M. Visitation at the church on Saturday after 1:00 P.M. until funeral time. Arrangements by Honaker Funeral Home, Inc., Slidell, LA. Times Picayune 04/4/2008. **************************************** 000825 Tacko - Nicholas Joseph Tacko III, of Benton, Arkansas, died Thursday, April 24, 2008 at the age of 65. He was born April 22, 1943 in New Orleans, Louisiana to the late Nicholas Joseph Tacko, Jr. and Evelyn Tacko. He was a resident of Metairie and Kenner, Louisiana for 59 years, from 1946 until August of 2005 when Katrina hit. He then relocated to Benton, Arkansas until his death. Nick was a U.S. Air Force veteran, a Superintendent for New Orleans Steveadoring Company, and he retired from Pat Gillen's bar in Metairie, Louisiana as a bar manager. He was an avid coin collector and enjoyed his time with new-found friends at the VFW Post #2256 in Benton. Although he enjoyed Arkansas, New Orleans was always his home. Nick missed the great food of New Orleans, shooting the breeze and sipping cocktails with his life-long friends. Survivors include his wife, Patricia Messenger Tacko of Benton, AR; two daughters: Lori Peden and husband Mark and Michelle Tacko all of Benton, AR; and four grandchildren: Taylor Peden, Karrah Peden, MaryGrace Peden, and Emma Brown. A Memorial Service will be held at 4:00 p.m. Saturday, April 26, 2008 at First United Methodist Church in Benton. Arrangements are by Roller-Ballard Funeral Home (501) 315-4047. Online guestbook www.rollerfuneralhomes.com/ballard Times Picayune 04/26/2008. **************************************** 000826 Talley - Henry Talley, Sr. on Tuesday, March 25, 2008 in San Antonio, TX. Beloved son of the late Alma Talley and Louis Simpson. Loving father of Myrtis, Carol and Carl Smith, Henry Talley, Jr. and the late Melba Talley. Brother of Regina Talley. Also survived by 6 grandchildren, a host of other relatives and friends. Age 55. Relatives and friends, pastors, officers and members of Christian Unity B.C. also all neighboring chuches; and employees of TRUSSCO Offshore are invited to attend the Funeral Services at St. James Methodist Church, 1925 Ursuline St. on Wednesday, April 2, 2008 for 10:00 a.m. Rev. Joseph Tilly - officiating. Church visitation Wednesday 9:00 a.m. till hour of services. Professional services entrusted to LITTLEJOHN FUNERAL HOME 2163 Aubry Street Cal K. John, Manager/Funeral Director Information: (504) 940-0045 www.littlejohfuneralhome.com Times Picayune 04/1/2008. **************************************** 000827 Talley - Shana Marie Talley was born September 7, 1973. She was the daughter of Paul Edward Talley and Dianne Arena Veazey. She died April 1, 2008. Beloved mother of Devyn Michael Montana. Sister of Tina Nicole Taylor, James Jessee Talley and Kristopher Frederick Veazey. Granddaughter of Margaret Elizabeth Shanahan and Laverne and Bill Talley. She will always be remembered for her quick wit and brilliant smile. We will miss you Shana. Relatives and friends of the Family are invited to attend the Memorial Service at Bagnell & Son Funeral Home, 75212 Lee Rd., Covington, LA, on Thursday, April 3, 2008 at 7:00 P.M. Interment Private. Visitation after 6:00 P.M. Times Picayune 04/3/2008. **************************************** 000828 Tassin - Elma Therese Abadie Tassin, died on Sunday, April 13, 2008 at 9:15 a.m. at Riverlands HealthCare Center of Lutcher, LA. Age 95, a native and resident of Vacherie, LA. Survived by son: Jerry and daughter-in-law Daphne of New Orleans and granddaughter Claire of Chicago, IL, niece Majorie Abadie, also numerous nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by her husband of 57 years, Florian Tassin. Relatives and friends are invited to attend visitation on Wednesday, April 16, 2008 at St. Philip Catholic Church in Vacherie from 8a.m. until Mass of Christian Burial at 11a.m. Rev. Louis T. Oubre, Clergy. Entombment in Church Mausoleum. Alexander Funeral Home of Lutcher in charge of arrangements. Times Picayune 04/14/2008 **************************************** 000829 Tassin - Grace Elodie (Dee) St. Pierre Tassin, a resident of La Place died on Monday, April 21, 2008 at the age of 70. She was born in New Sarpy, La on November 24, 1937 to Jean Baptiste St. Pierre, Sr., and Grace Myrtle Montz. She lived in Norco for 60 years and has been a resident of LaPlace for the last ten years. Grace was married on January 24, 1959 at the St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church to Randall A. Tassin, Sr. She is survived by her husband Randall A. Tassin Sr., her mother Grace Myrtle Montz St.Pierre, her brothers Jean Baptiste "J.B." (wife, Gloria) St. Pierre, Jr. and Franklin Joseph (wife, Bonita) St. Pierre; her sisters, Elizabeth St. Pierre (husband, Curtis) Simon, Carol St. Pierre (husband, Larry) Sowers, Rose St. Pierre (husband, Duncan) Pearson, Mary St. Pierre (husband, Anthony) Binaco, and Marian St. Pierre; her children, Randall A.(wife, Patricia Brignac) Tassin, Jr., Keith Charles Tassin, Dale Joseph Tassin, Glen Patrick (wife, Jean Walker) Tassin, and Patrice Marie Tassin (husband, Thomas) LeBoeuf; her grandchildren; Abbe Elizabeth Tassin, Sarah Anne Tassin , Jesse Lynn LeBoeuf, Hartlea Marie Walker, Bryant Joseph Tassin, and Hailey Marie Tassin. Grace was preceded in death by her father Jean Baptiste St. Pierre, Sr., and her brother Michael St. Pierre. During her life, Dee was Valedictorian and class President of St. Charles Borromeo in 1955 as well as Homecoming Court, an active participant and president of the Parent Teacher Association for several years at the Sacred Heart of Jesus Catholic Church School in Norco, La., an employee of Shell Oil, and Proprietor of Sportsman's in Norco for fifteen years and currently a member of the St. Joan of Arc Catholic Church in LaPlace. Visitation will be held on Thursday, April 24, 2008 at the H. C. Alexander Funeral Home in Norco from 5:00 pm until 9:00 pm and on Friday, April 25, 2008 from 9:00 am until the time of Religious Services at the St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church in Destrehan. Fr. John-Nhan Tran will be the Officiant of the 11:00 am Mass of Christian Burial at St. Charles Borromeo. A special invitation is extended by the family to the employees and members of Lockheed Martin, Shell Oil Company, Union Carbide, St. Joan of Arc Catholic Church, Sacred Heart of Jesus Catholic Church and School, Riverside Academy, St. Charles Catholic High School to attend the celebration of her life. Beautiful inside and out, extremely intelligent, highly motivated, very athletic, loving and motherly, compassionate to all God's creatures, and devoted to her faith, are only a few adjectives which would describe this mother and wife of 49 years. Pay your online respects and leave messages for the family at: www.mem.com FUNERAL ARRANGEMENTS UNDER THE DIRECTION OF H. C. ALEXANDER FUNERAL HOME IN NORCO, LA. Times Picayune 04/22/2008 **************************************** 000830 Tassin - Laura Lassus Tassin, a resident of New Orleans, LA, passed away on Thursday, April 17, 2008 at 6:54 p.m. Age 83 years. Beloved wife of the late Stanley Tassin. Loving mother of Kathie LeBlanc (Steven) and Peggy Martinolich (Michael). Grandmother of Duane LeBalnc (Sherie), Melissa LeBlanc, Dana Martinez (Tony) and Brian Martinolich. Great-grandmother of Drake and Samantha Ferry and Madison Martinez. Sister of the late Amelia Liopicollo, Jeanne Pouey, Joseph Lassus and Edward Lassus. Predeceased by her parents, Joseph and Marie Lassus. She was loved by many nieces, nephews and friends. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Funeral Mass at Greenwood Funeral Home Chapel, 5200 Canal Blvd. (formerly All Faiths Funeral Home) on Monday, April 21, 2008 at 1:00 p.m. Interment will follow in Greenwood Cemetery. Visitation will begin at 10:00 a.m. To view and sign the Family Guestbook please visit www.greenwoodfuneralhome.net. Times Picayune 04/20/2008 **************************************** 000831 Tate - Jesse Lee Tate died, at East Jefferson General Hospital, on Friday, April 18, 2008 at 8:20am. Father of William Lee Tate, Robert Dale Tate and the late Bradford John Tate. Brother of Thomas A. Tate. Son of the late Hazel Weathersby Tate and Algie Tate. Age 77. A native of Gillsberg, MS and resident of Metairie, LA for the past 55 years. Veteran of the Koren Conflict in the United States Marines from 1948 until 1950. He was also a Medic in the United States Army for 1950 until 1953. Relatives and friends are invited to attend a Visitation from the Metairie home of LAMANA-PANNO-FALLO, 1717 VETERANS MEMORIAL BLVD. AT BONNABEL BLVD., on Sunday, April 20, 2008 from 6:00 pm until 9:00 pm. Followed by interment in Gillsburg Memorial Cemetery, Gillsburg, Ms. on Monday, April 21, 2008 at 1:00pm. Please sign our On-Line Guest Book at http://www.MeM.com. Funeral information 831-9901. Times Picayune 04/20/2008. **************************************** 000832 Taylor - Audrey Mae Carey-Talor was born on February 19, 1944. She was born to the union of Adele Robinson-Carey and Leon Carey, Sr. She was one of four loving children born to this union. Audrey Mae later married and became the nurturing mother of four loving and caring children and faithful wife to her loyal and devoted husband Charles Taylor, Jr. She entered into eternal rest on March 22, 2008. She is survived by her caring and loving husband of 33 years, Charles Edward Taylor Jr. 4 wonderful and loving children, Melvin Jenkins, Nannette Jenkins-Raymond, Tilisha Taylor-McGill, and Monique Taylor. 3 loving siblings, Albert Carey, Leon Carey, and Shirley Carey-Bilbo. 12 amazing grandchildren, Marquita McDonald, Kevin Jenkins, Kenneth Jenkins, Shaquitalesley Jenkins, Wesley Jenkins, Allison Ford Jr., Elizabeth Taylor, Dondray Taylor, Savon Taylor, Anthony Taylor, Matthew Taylor, Charles Dyer Jr. 2 beautiful great-grandchildren, Troy Smallwood Jr., Jonathan Boyd Jr. And a host of loving nieces, nephews and other family friends. Preceded in death by her parents Adele Robinson- Carey and Leon Carey Sr., her father-in-law Charles Edward Taylor Sr., and her mother-in-law Leola Patten. Times Picayune 04/16/2008. **************************************** 000833 Taylor - Barbara Solis Taylor On Sunday, April 6, 2008, Barbara Rayes passed away peacefully in her home surrounded by her loving family. She was born January 6, 1911 in Mobile, AL, resided for a short time in Galveston, TX and Slidell, LA before moving to Westwego, LA in 1920. She graduated from Westwego High School, Class of 1930, wedded the late Westwego Marshall Charles S. Taylor in 1936 and was a homemaker and mother to Danielle Taylor Bourgeois; was a member of Our Lady of Prompt Succor Church, the Westwego Home Demonstration Club, the Ladies Auxiliary of the Westwego Volunteer Fire Department and was employed by the Jefferson Parish School System as a driver of bus 58 from 1966 to her retirement in 1977. Preceded in death by her parents, James M. Solis and Georgia Ouder Solis; sister, Juanita Solis Valanzano and brothers, Paul J. Solis and Julius Solis. Survived by her daughter, Danielle Ann and son-in-law, Jerry Pier Bourgeois; grandchildren, Jerry Anthony, Darren Paul, Dana Marie, Charles Michael and Dara Lynn; nine great-grandchildren; her sister-in-law Elizabeth Taylor Moulin and many beloved nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Funeral Services at Mothe Funeral Home, 7040 Lapalco Blvd., Marrero, LA on Wednesday, April 9, 2008 at 11 AM. Interment Our Lady of Prompt Succor Cemetery. Visitation will take place on Tuesday from 7 PM to 9:30 PM and Wednesday from 10 AM to 11 AM. In lieu of flowers, donations in her memory may be made to the Westwego Vol. Fire Department, 677 Avenue H, Westwego, LA 70094. For further information, call 504.366.4343. Times Picayune 04/8/2008. **************************************** 000834 Ternoir - Leon Ternoir, Jr., "Ended his Earthly Journey" on Thursday, April 24, 2008 at Kindred Hospital. Age 78. Son of the late Leon Ternoir, Sr. and Pearl Richardson Ternoir. Devoted husband and lifelong companion of the late Inez Robinson Ternoir. Beloved brother of Calvin Ternoir of Biloxi, MS. Father of Cheryl Robinson of Chicago, IL. Also survived by a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Relatives and friends of the Ternoir- Robinson families are invited to attend Funeral Services at Greater Macedonia Baptist Church, 2711 Danneel St., New Orleans, LA at 10:00 a,m. on Thursday, May 1, 2008. Visitation at 9:00 a.m. Rev. Clayton H. Neal, officiating. Interment in Biloxi National Cemetery, Biloxi, MS. Services entrusted to COOK-RICHMOND FUNERAL HOME, INC. 638 Columbia St., Bogalusa, LA 70427 Mr. Roscoe N. Richmond President/Director Times Picayune 04/30/2008. **************************************** 000835 Terrebonne - Riley Joseph "Noodles" Terrebonne, Jr. Age 29, Riley lost his life in the line of duty while trying to rescue someone else involved in an automobile accident. He was bravely and honorably attempting to perform his duties as a Springfield Volunteer Fireman. Due to his courage and commitment, Riley will be awarded FULL FIREMAN'S HONORS during his funeral service and burial. Riley passed away Monday, April 21, 2008 at Our Lady of the Lake Regional Medical Center in Baton Rouge. He was a former employee of Jade Marine in Belle Chase and Jellystone Resort of Robert and was employed with Ferrara Fire Apparatus, Inc of Holden at the time of his death. Riley was a native of Buras, La. until his family reestablished themselves in Springfield after Hurricane Katrina. Riley's dad, Riley, Sr., is employed with Paul L. Cook Boat Rental in Buras. He is survived by his son, Andre Terrebonne; parents, Riley, Sr. and Pamela Squarsich Terrebonne; sister, Jennifer Terrebonne; nephews, Dylan and Leroy Latham; niece, Hailey Book and many extended family members, friends and brotherly volunteer fire fighters. Preceding him in death are his grandparents, Mercy and James Squarsich, Louise and Nelson Verrett, Pierre Terrebonne, Sr. and brother-in-law, Leroy Latham, Jr. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the Funeral Services from the chapel of Brandon G. Thompson Funeral Home, west of Hammond on Saturday, April 26th at 1:00 p.m. The family requests that visiting hours be observed at the funeral home chapel Friday, April 25 from 6:00 p.m. until 10:00 p.m. and again on Saturday beginning at 8:00 a.m. until the Funeral Service time. Rev. David Theriot, pastor of Woodland Baptist Church in Springfield, will conduct the Religious Services and interment will be in Springfield Cemetery. Condolences and other information available online at www.bgthompsonfuneralhome.com. Arrangements have been entrusted to Brandon G. Thompson Funeral Home of Hammond. Times Picayune 04/24/2008 **************************************** 000836 Terrio - Alton J. Terrio on Saturday, April 12, 2008 at 1:33pm. Beloved husband of Shirley Cassagne Terrio. Father of Lee Terrio and Barry and wife Anne Iris Terrio. Grandfather of Melissa Simoneaux and Steven Terrio. Great- grandfather of Austin and Alexandra Terrio. Son of the late Richard and Aimee Terrio. Brother of Larry Terrio, Alice (Kitty) Triche and the late Alvin Terrio and Elma Falgoust. Also survived by numerous nieces and nephews. He was an Air Force WWII Veteran 308 Fighter Squadron and retired from Shell Oil Refinery after 34 years of service. Age 90 years, a native of Cornerview, La. and a resident of Reserve, La. for the past 80 years. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend services. Visitation at St. Peter Catholic Church, Reserve, La. on Tuesday, April 15, 2008 from 9:30am to 11:00am. Followed by Religious Services at the church at 11:00am. Burial in St. Peter Cemetery, Reserve. Arrangements by Millet-Guidry Funeral Home, LaPlace, La. Times Picayune 04/14/2008 **************************************** 000837 Thames - Jennifer Marie Thames passed away on Tuesday, April 22, 2008. Beloved daughter of Dr.'s Marvin and Mary Lynne Thames, Jr. and sister of Stephanie Lynne Thames. Granddaughter of Nickie Bertrand of Baton Rouge, LA and the late Dr. Alvin L. Bertrand, Dr. Marvin and Sybil Thames, Sr. Niece of Dr.'s Bill and Jane Bertrand and Charles and Laura Thames. She was an honor graduate in Psychology at Loyola University of New Orleans. Age 30 years. A native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Mandeville, LA for the past 18 years. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the Funeral Services on Saturday, April 26, 2008 at 11:00 AM at First Baptist Church of Covington, 16333 Hwy 1085, Covington, LA 70433. Visitation, AT THE CHURCH, on Saturday from 9:00 AM until service time. Interment in Pinecrest Memorial Gardens. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Young Adult Ministry of First Baptist Church. E.J. Fielding Funeral Home Inc., 2260 W. 21st. Ave., Covington, LA 70433, entrusted with the arrangements. Sign Guest Book online at www.ejfieldingfh.com. Times Picayune 04/24/2008. **************************************** 000838 Theobold - Pauline Buras Theobold died on Friday, April 25, 2008 at 6:17 AM, age 84 years. Beloved wife of the late John S. Theobold. Daughter of the late Katherine Wetzel and Benjamin P. Buras. Sister of Claire B. Rougelot. Aunt of Claire R. Delhom, Alma R. McAlister, Denise R. Wessels and Yvette R. Arnold. Also survived by nieces and nephews. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Funeral Mass at Our Lady of Wisdom Health Care Center Chapel, 5600 Gen. DeGaulle Dr., New Orleans, LA on Monday, April 28, 2008 at 11:00 AM. Interment will follow in the All Saints Mausoleum. Visitation on Monday at Our Lady of Health Care Center Chapel from 9:00 AM until 11:00 AM. In lieu of flowers Masses preferred. To sign and view the Family Guestbook, please visit www.lakelawnmetairie.com. Times Picayune 04/27/2008. **************************************** 000839 Thibodaux - Yolande (Mena) Vicknair Thibodaux, departed this life on Sunday, March 30, 2008 at the age of 95. She was the beloved wife of the late Charles G. Thibodaux, II. Loving mother of Shirley T. Locascio, Charlene T. Tregre, Charles G. Thibodaux, III, and Randolph E. P. (Lois) Thibodaux. She was known as Honey to her grandchildren: Dominick H. (Florence) Locascio, Jr., Yolande L. (Donald) Hull, N. Scott Tregre, Ashley T. (Chris) Jones, Emily T. (Jon) Yurick, Randolph [RET] (Stacey), Jr., Tara, Keith (Meghan), and Paul Thibodaux and her great grandchildren Olivia, Nicholas, and Ashton Locascio, Dominique Hull, Colin M. Tregre, Jane and Catherine Yurick, Aliyah, Keith, Jr. and Kylee Thibodaux and her step granddaughter Alyssa. Mena is survived by 3 sisters, Edna V. Reine, Ruth V. Buckner and Miriam V. (Kermit) Hymel. She was preceded in death by her parents Edward and Aurora Vicknair, siblings Edward Vicknair, Jr., Lesian Waguespack, Lucille Landry, Dorothy Marchand, Berrenise Madere, Ruby Binnings and Audrey Borne and her grandsons Charles A. Locascio and Russ P. Tregre. She is also survived by a number of nieces and nephews. Yolande was born in Reserve, LA and resided at Metairie Manor for the past 22 years. Honey was loved by everyone and will be sadly missed by all who knew her. She will be best remembered sitting at her sewing machine or crocheting, making beautiful creations or waiting tables at the old Roussell Restaurant in LaPlace. She was an honorary member of the Pontchartrain Lions Club. The family would like to thank Journey Hospice and Waldon Health Care for all of their support. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Memorial Mass at Garden of Memories Funeral Home on Wednesday, April 2, 2008 at 1:30 PM. Visitation on Wednesday, April 2, 2008 from 10:00 AM until funeral time. Interment will be private. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in memory of Yolande, to St. Peter's Catholic Church, Reserve, LA. Friends may sign the on-line guestbook at www.mem.com and www.legacy.com. Information at (504)833- 3786. Times Picayune 04/1/2008. **************************************** 000840 Thibodeaux - Albert Thibodeaux, Jr., a native of Labadieville, LA and long time resident of New Orleans, LA, passed away on Friday, April 11, 2008, at the age of 85. Albert retired from the United States Navy as a Chief Petty Officer. He proudly served his country for over 21 years during World War II, the Korean War, and the Vietnam War. Following his military service, Albert went to work at the Veterans Administration Hospital where he also retired. Husband of Thelma D. Thibodeaux. Father of Keith (Alicia), Albert (Keely) and Diedra Thibodeaux. Brother of Charles Thibo-deaux. Brother-in-law of Eula and Elmira. Grandfather of Kemechia, Keith, Austin, Ture', Samory, Justin and Albert. Great-grandfather of Jamesha, Diamond, Kirk and Katara. Survived by a host of nieces, nephews and cousins. He was preceded in death by his parents: Albert and Elnora Thibodeaux; brother, John Thibodeaux and sisters: Louise Blanchard and Geneva Porter. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Mass of Christian Burial at St. Gabriel the Archangel Church, 4700 Pineda Street, N.O., LA on Saturday, April 19, 2008 at 10:30 a.m. Visitation will begin at 9:00 a.m. Interment will take place Monday, April 21, 2008 at Biloxi National Cemetery, Biloxi, MS. HERITAGE FUNERAL DIRECTORS "A Spirit of Excellence" 4101 St. Claude Avenue, N.O., LA Information: (504) 944-5500 Times Picayune 04/18/2008. **************************************** 000841 Thibodeaux - Evelyn Rivas Thibodeaux at River Ridge, La. on Saturday, April 19, 2008. Beloved wife of the late Arthur A. Thibodeaux. Mother of A.J., Carol, Deborah, Ricky and David. Step-mother of Kenny Thibodeaux. Mother-in-law of JoAnn, Cheri, Nancy, Jimmy and Butch. Also survived by 10 grandchildren and 18 great grandchildren. Evelyn was well known in the dancing world. She and her partner Floyd Potts won many first place trophies. Mrs. Evelyn worked as an Accountant for Sterling Electronics, Tano Corp., and East Jefferson Levee District. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the Funeral Service from Tharp- Sontheimer-Tharp Funeral Home, 1600 N. Causeway Blvd at 43rd Street on Tuesday, April 22, 2008 at 1:00 PM. Visitation on Tuesday, April 22, 2008 from 10:00 AM until 1:00 PM. Interment in Jefferson Memorial Gardens Cemetery in St. Rose, La. For information call 835-2341. Times Picayune 04/20/2008. **************************************** 000842 Thibodeaux - Marie G. Thibodeaux passed away on Friday, April 11, 2008. Beloved wife of the late Alvin J. Thibodeaux, Sr. Daughter of the late John and Odelia Garibott. Mother of Leroy Thibodeaux, Gloria Andras (husband Raymond) and the late Mary Lee Wofford (husband Luke) and Alvin Thibodeaux, Jr. (wife, the late Hilda). Grandmother of Connie, Leroy, Tammy, Timothy, Wendy, Raymond (Boogie) Jr., Christy, Donna, Rachel, April, Darlene, Lisa and Joey. Sister of the late Joe Garibott. Also survived by a host of great grandchildren, great great grandchildren, nieces and nephews. Age 90 years. Born in Houma, LA and a lifelong resident of Marrero, LA. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend a Mass of Christian Burial at MOTHE FUNERAL HOME, 7040 Lapalco Blvd., Marrero, LA on Tuesday, April 15, 2008 at 11:00 AM. Interment in St. Ann Cemetery, Bourg, LA. Visitation at the funeral home on Monday from 6:00PM until 10:00PM and on Tuesday from 8:00AM until 11:00AM. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the family to help defray funeral cost. Information: 366-4343. Times Picayune 04/13/2008. **************************************** 000843 Thibodeaux - Paul J. Thibodeaux on Wednesday, April 9, 2008 at 3:30 a.m. in Lockport, LA. Beloved husband of Earline Leonard Thibodeaux. Father of Mickey Thibodeaux and wife, Ann, Tammy Punch and husband, Timmy and a deceased infant daughter. Son of the late Farlee and Noelie Thibodeaux. Brother of Dora Loupe, Thelma Bouffanie and the late Helen Bouvier. Also survived by 5 grandchildren. A native of Cut Off, LA and a resident of Lockport, LA. Age 74 years. He was a U.S. Army Veteran. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the funeral. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at Holy Savior Catholic Church, Lockport, LA on Friday, April 11, 2008 at 10:30 a.m. Interment in Holy Savior Cemetery. Visitation from 8:00 a.m. until 10:15 a.m., Friday, April 11, 2008 at Falgout Fuenral Homes, Lockport, LA. Falgout Funeral Homes in charge of arrrangements. Times Picayune 04/10/2008. **************************************** 000844 Thomas - Eliza "Grandma" Thomas on Monday, April 7, 2008 in San Antonio, Texas. A lifelong resident of New Orleans, La. Daughter of the late Mary Hollins and Morris Crawford. Wife of the late Frank Patterson. Mother of the late Christine Trask and Irma Wing. Sister of Alma Chapman, Mildred Crawford, Martha Dean Williams, Willie Crawford and Emile Parker. Grandmother of Sharon Brooks, Cynthia Simmons, Belinda Hawkins, Wetahanna Traks, Tommy and Charles Wing. Also survived by 23 great-grand-children, 21 great-great- grandchildren, a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Religious Services will be held on Satuday, April 19, 2008 at 9:00 a.m. from the Hill of Zion B.C., 1413 S. Dilton St., Metairie, LA. Interment: Providence Memorial Park Cemetery, Metairie, LA. THE BALONEY FUNERAL HOME, LLC 399 Earl Baloney Dr., Garyville, LA Information: (985) 535- 2540 in charge of arrangements Times Picayune 04/18/2008. **************************************** 000845 Thomas - Georgia L. Thomas passed away on Sunday, March 30, 2008 in her home in Leavenworth, Kansas. She was a devoted wife and mother. Georgia was born in Chicago, Illinois, the daughter of Clarence Riley Miller and Elda Reichman Miller. She graduated from the University of Southern Illinois and attended Washington University in St. Louis, Missouri. She taught school in Centralia, Illinois until she married her sweetheart, Theodore E. Thomas on December 25, 1945. Georgia loved being a military wife and visiting different countries and places as her husband spent 28 years in the Army. She was an excellent bridge player and loved being with people. She never forgot a name and became friends with everyone she met. Mrs. Thomas was a member of the United Church of Christ and performed numerous acts of service to include volunteering at various hospitals in New Orleans, Louisiana where she spent most of the last 45 years. Georgia was preceded in death by her husband in 1980. She is survived by her two children: the Reverend Curtis R. Thomas and Ted A. Thomas, and his wife Karen, and also survived by eight grandchildren. Funeral Services were conducted at Davis Funeral Chapel, Leavenworth, Kansas on Tuesday, April 1, 2008. Burial was in Hill Crest Memorial Park in Centralia, Illinois. Friends, also Members of East Jefferson Newcomers Club and Volunteers of Kenner Regional Hospital are invited to attend Memorial Services at Good Shephard United Church of Christ, 5122 W. Esplanade Ave., Metairie, La. 70006 on Wednesday, April 16, 2008 at 1:00 PM. Times Picayune 04/13/2008. **************************************** 000846 Thomas - Sylvia Thomas entered into eternal rest on Wednesday, April 23, 2008. Daughter of the late Corinne and Henry Johnson, Sr. Sister of the late James, Calvin and Henry Johnson, Jr. Wife of David Thomas. Mother of Deborah and Warren Thomas(late-Elaine), Gwendolyn Tapp Porche(Charles), Carolyn Jenkins Biggs(Morris), Patricia Offray, Melvin Jones and the late Sylvia Jones and Cedrick Thomas. Grandmother of Sharese(Jarmard) Tobias and Shantrell Jones and 15 other grandchildren, 38 great grandchildren, 12 great great grandchildren. Godmother of Maranda Scott and Nzinga Talbert. Devoted cousin of Pastor Wilson Barnes of Tacoma, Wa. The Emmerson's of Gonzales, La. and many other cousins, nieces, and nephews. Relatives and friends of the family are all invited to attend the Funeral Service on Wednesday, April 30, 2008 at 11:00am at Majestic Mortuary, 1833 Oretha C. Haley Blvd. Visitation will begin at 10:00am. Pastor Willie Ellis, Officiating. Interment in Providence Park. Arrangements entrusted to Majestic Mortuary (504)523- 5872 Times Picayune 04/29/2008. **************************************** 000847 Thornton - Elnathan Joseph Thornton, Jr. on Saturday, April 19, 2008. Age 55. Graduate of Walter L. Cohen and Dillard University Of New Orleans. Father of Corliss Thornton, Tracey Parker, Rashad Stinson, Elnathan III and Touree Thornton. Father-in-law of Rodney Parker. Son of Marion Merrick Thornton. Brother of Byron Thornton and Chanel Moore. Also survived by 5 grandchildren and a host of other relatives and friends. Relatives, friends of the family, also Pastors, Officers, and Members of Restoration Baptist Church, Progressive Word Fellowship Church of New Orleans and New Birth MBC of Atlanta, Ga., employees of Tulane University Of New Orleans are invited to attend the Funeral Services on Saturday, April 26, 2008 at 10:00am at Louisiana Undertaking Company, 1449 N. Claiborne Ave. Pastor Percy Howard of Restoration Baptist Church Officiating. Visitation 8:00am - 11:00am. Interment Resthaven Cemetery. Services Entrusted To Louisiana Undertaking Company, Inc. 1449 N. Claiborne Avenue New Orleans, Louisiana 70116 (504) 945-2145 Jeffery K. Jenkins / Renard A. Boissiere Fatima B. Conner Directors Times Picayune 04/25/2008. **************************************** 000848 Tobin - Jane Trosclair Tobin passed away at Ochsner Medical Center on Saturday, April 19, 2008. Beloved wife of William A. Tobin, Jr. Step-mother of Erin Tobin and Kevin Tobin. Daughter of the late Benny S. Trosclair and Elia Tassin Trosclair. Sister of Catherine Cline, Grace Trafficano, Benny, Harold and Charles Trosclair and the late Carroll and Thomas Trosclair. Also survived by many other loving relatives and friends. Mrs. Trosclair, age 64 years, was a native and life-long resident of Marrero, LA. 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 Wednesday, April 23, 2008 at 12:00 noon. Interment in Westlawn Memorial Park Cemetery. Visitation will be held on Wednesday from 9:00 AM until funeral time. In lieu of flowers, Masses would be appreciated by the family. For information, call 341-9421. Times Picayune 04/22/2008. **************************************** 000849 Todd - Susan Ann Westmoreland Todd was released to be with her Lord Jesus Christ on Wednesday, April 16, 2008 at the age of 61. She was the adored wife of James Ora Todd for over 40 years. She was the loving mother of James Madison Todd and his wife, Dana Todd, Huntersville, NC and grandmother of Joshua Todd and Noah Todd. She was the sister of Carol Beyerback, Kenner and Fred Westmoreland, Alexandria and the late Terri Giglio and Mary Brown. She was the daughter of the late Carol Vidross and Fred Westmoreland. A strong woman of faith whose purpose was to see the message of Christ spread throughout the world. Relatives and friends are invited to attend a visitation to be held at First Baptist Church of Arcola on the evening of Friday, April 18, 2008 from 6:00PM until 9:00PM and after 8:00AM until Funeral Services at 10:00AM on Saturday, April 19, 2008 conducted by Rev. Bob Simpson. Interment will follow in First Baptist Church of Arcola Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, Susan wished donations to be made to Baptist Missionary Bibles for distribution. McKneely Funeral Home, Amite, LA in charge of arrangements. For online condolences, visit http://www.mckneelys.com. Times Picayune 04/18/2008. **************************************** 000850 Torres - Jose H. Ramos Torres passed away on Saturday, April 19, 2008 at the age of 82. Mr. Ramos was born in Honduras and came to the United States in 1978 where he lived in New Orleans and Kenner for the past 30 years. Beloved husband of Jacinta Ramos Guerra. Loving father of Noemi Mendoza Perdomo and family, Hector Ramos and family, Irma Ramos and family, Jose Ramos, Jr. and family, Lidia Ramos Mota and family, Oneyda Ramos Matute and family, Miriam Ramos Cuellar and family, George Alberto Ramos and family, and the late Julio Eduardo Ramos. He is preceded in death by his sister and parents, Antonia Torres and Miguel A. Ramos. Also survived by 27 grandchildren, 6 great- grandchildren, 4 sisters and 2 brothers. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend a Funeral Service at the Kenner Funeral Home of L. A. Muhleisen and Son, 2607 Williams Blvd. on Tuesday, April 22, 2008 at 11:30 a.m. Visitation on Monday from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. and on Tuesday from 9:00 a.m. until time of service. Interment in Lake Lawn Park Cemetery. Times Picayune 04/20/2008. **************************************** 000851 Touro - Jesse Joseph Touro, Sr., a retired carpenter, passed away on Saturday, April 26, 2008. Beloved husband of Joyce Rogers Touro. Father of Jesse Joseph Touro, Jr. and Chris Edward Touro. Son of the late Oliver Touro and Marie Jeandron Touro. Brother of Beulah Touro Monfra, Freddie Touro and the late Lloyd Touro. Grandfather of Nelson, Hannah and Kaleah. Also survived by his caregiver, Lisa Comeaux. Age 74 years, a native of Lockport, LA and resident of Gretna, LA. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the visitation at Mothe Funeral Home, 2100 Westbank Expy., Harvey, LA, on Wednesday, April 30, 2008 from 8:30 AM to 11 AM. A Funeral Mass will follow. Interment will take place at Westlawn Memorial Park. For further information, call 504.366.4343. Times Picayune 04/29/2008. **************************************** 000852 Trahan - Mae Coutee Trahan, a native of Coushatta, LA and a long-time resident of Gretna, passed away on Friday, April 18, 2008 at the age of 96. Beloved wife of the late Ruston Trahan and step-mother of Terry Trahan. Also survived by one sister, Julie Distler and numerous nieces, nephews and great-nieces and nephews in New Orleans, Illinois, Arizona, California, Utah and New York. She was pre-deceased by her sisters, Lena Birdsong, Rosalie Antee and Daisy Lapouble. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Funeral Services at LAKE LAWN METAIRIE FUNERAL HOME, 5100 Pontchartrain Blvd. (in Metairie Cemetery), on Thursday, April 24, 2008 at 11:00 AM with visitation beginning at 10:00 AM. Interment will follow in Metairie Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family requests you make a donation in Mae's name to her favorite charity, the Discalced Carmelite Nuns, 73530 River Road, Covington, LA 70435-2206. To sign the Family Guestbook, please visit www.lakelawnmetairie.com. Times Picayune 04/22/2008. **************************************** 000853 Trahan - Sister M. Leonard Trahan, (nee Agnes Gertrude Trahan) daughter of the late Ofay Joseph Trahan and Elizabeth Landry, died on Friday, April 18, 2008 at Opelousas General Hospital in Opelousas, Louisiana at age 83. Sister Leonard was born in Opelousas, LA and lived in New Orleans, LA for many years. She entered the Congregation of the Sisters of the Holy Family on September 7, 1945 and was a member for 63 years. She professed temporary vows on March 19, 1948 and perpetual vows on August 16, 1953. Sister Leonard spent the majority of her religious life at the Motherhouse of the Sisters of the Holy Family. During her years of formation, she worked in the Host Department. She then became Sacristan and served in this capacity until her retirement from this ministry. Prior to Hurrican Katrina, Sr. Leonard at the Lafon Nursing Facility. She was evacuated to Alexandria where she became a resident of Naomi Heights Nursing Home and was transferred to Tri-Community Nursing Home in LeBeau, Louisiana where she spent her final years. She was preceded in death by a sister MaeDell and a brother, James. She is survived by a brother, Clarence J. Trahan, her twin sister, Edna T. Darjean, nieces, nephews and other relatives. The family and friends of the family are invited to attend the Mass of Christian Burial on Wednesday, April 23, 2008 at 10:00 am at St. Paul the Apostle Church, 6828 Chef Menteur Blvd., New Orleans, Louisiana. Visitation along with the Recitation of the Rosary will be from 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. Interment will be at St. Louis Cemetery #2. MAJESTIC MORTUARY is in charge of arrangements. Times Picayune 04/22/2008. **************************************** 000854 Trainor - Rinaldo "Reggie" Raymond Trainor, of Slidell,LA, on Sunday, March 30, 2008. Beloved husbandof Geraldine Kern Trainor. Father of Michael G. Trainor (Pat), Keith J. Trainor (Margaret) and Glenn T. Trainor. Son of the late James J. Trainor and Katharine Callaghan Trainor. Brother of Deacon Robert E. Trainor, the late James, Milton, Sister Lorraine Trainor, D.C. and John Trainor. Also survived by 3 grandchildren: Daniel, Kelly and Nathan. Age 84 years. A native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Slidell, LA for the past 7 years. He served in the U.S. Navy C.B.'s during WW II in the Pacific Theatre. Relatives and friends of the family are invite to attend the Funeral Mass at St. Luke's Catholic Church, 910 Cross Ages Blvd., Slidell, LA on Thurssday, April 3, 2008 at 1:00 p.m. Interment in FOREST LAWN CEMETERY. Visitation at St. Luke's Church on Thursday after 10:00 a.m. until funeral time. Donations to American Cancer Society or Masses, preferred, in lieu of flowers. Arrangements by HONAKER FUNERAL HOME, INC. Slidell, LA. Times Picayune 04/2/2008. **************************************** 000855 Trask - David Louis Trask, Jr. died at his residence on Friday, April 11, 2008. Age 59. Beloved husband of Carolyn Norbert Trask for 35 years. Loving father of Angelique Trask-Tate (Michael). Cherished son of Ruby Lee Trask. Loving brother of Donald L. Trask, Sr. (Linda); Devorah T. Montgomery, Dalva T. Augillard (Jeffery); and Martin L. Trask. Also survived by a host of nieces, nephews, family and friends. He was preceded in death by his father David L. Trask, Sr., father-in-law Thomas Norbert, mother- in-law Sarah Norbert and sister-in-law Cathy Butler. He was dearly loved and will be sadly missed. Mr. Trask attended the University of New Orleans where he studied Government. He was Engineering Manager at Baker Hughes Drilling Fluids for 35 years. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Memorial Mass at LAKE LAWN METAIRIE FUNERAL HOME, 5100 Pontchartrain Blvd. (in Metairie Cemetery), on Thursday, April 17, 2008 at 10:00 a.m. Visitation will begin at 8:00 a.m. To sign and view the Family Guestbook, please visit www.lakelawnmetairie.com Times Picayune 04/16/2008 **************************************** 000856 Trauth - Elmina Mary Scioneaux Trauth, 95, on Wednesday, April 23, 2008, at 9:30 p.m. Beloved wife of the late Clayton L. Trauth. Mother of the late Russell L. and Raymond C. Trauth. Daughter of the late Charles and Anna Bourgeois Scioneaux. Sister of the late Herman Scioneaux, Leonore S. Charles, Edward Scioneaux, and Mildred S. Kraemer. Survived by grandchild Margaret E. Trauth (formerly Paul C. Trauth) and daughter in law Marie-Jeanne Trauth and a host of nieces and nephews. Born in Welcome, Louisiana, on June 28, 1912, and a resident of Gretna, Louisiana for many years. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to the Funeral Mass at MOTHE FUNERAL HOMES, 1300 Vallette St., Algiers, LA, on Saturday, April 26, 2008 at 12:00 noon. Visitation from 10:00 am until funeral time. Interment Westlawn South, Gretna. Masses preferred at St. Joseph Church, 610 Sixth Street, Gretna, Louisiana, 70053. Times Picayune 04/25/2008. **************************************** 000857 Travis - Gary Virgil Travis died at 9:15AM on Friday, April 25, 2008 at North Oaks Medical Center in Hammond, LA. He was a native of Roseland, LA and a resident of Kentwood, LA. Age 66 years. Mr. Travis was a class of 1959 graduate of Amite High School. He received a degree from LSU School of Banking. His banking career began at First Guaranty Bank, Amite, in 1966 and spanned 42 years at Central Progressive Bank, Kentwood and First Guaranty Bank, Kentwood, as manager and vice-president. He was member of Amite City Lodge #175, F&AM and was owner of The End of the Lane Mountain Biking Trail, Kentwood, LA. Survived by brother and sister-in-law, Gilbert and Susan Travis, Ft. Smith, AR, nephew, Mark Travis and his wife, Jennifer, Fayetteville, AR, James Travis and his wife, Sarah, Ft. Smith, AR, great-nephew, Luke Travis, Fayetteville, AR, great-niece, Helen Travis, Fayetteville, AR, long time family friends, Craig T. Martin, Conie Thomas, and Candy Dyson. Man's best fiend and faithful companion, Sweetie. Preceded in death by wife, Joyce Wynn Travis, parents, Hardy Virgil Travis and Ethel Rutland Travis. Visitation at McKneely Funeral Home, Amite, from 5 p.m. until 9 p.m. on Sunday and at First Baptist Church, Roseland, from 9 a.m. until religious services at 5:30 p.m. Monday. Services conducted by Rev. John Scaffner and Rev. Gary Wieborg. Special music will be performed by Denny Barr. Sunset Services will be held at Arcola-Roseland Cemetery, Roseland, LA. Pallbearers will be: Mark Travis, James Travis, Chuck Reid, Peyton Travis, Tom Evans, M.D., Advell Ricks, Stan Dameron, and Michael Lofaso. Honorary pallbearers will be: Danny Richardson, Wayne Verbene, Ronny Hayden, Mitchell Massey, and Frank Broussard. Memorial contributions may be made to Joyce Travis Memorial Scholarship Fund at Southeastern Louisiana University For more information, visit http://www.mckneelys.com Times Picayune 04/26/2008. **************************************** 000858 Treuil - Dorothy Rita Treuil, age 85 years, a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Belle Chasse, LA passed away on Sunday, April 20, 2008. Beloved wife of the late George Treuil Jr. Daughter of the late Saraphine Williams Vergona and Thomas Vergona. Mother of Mary Ann Treuil and George Treuil III (wife Barbara). Grandmother of George Treuil IV (wife Tabitha) and Ben Treuil (wife Stephany). Dorothy was a member of Franciscan Order, Archbishop Blenk #1905 (Ladies Auxiliary), A.A.R.P. chapter #4034, and an employee of Wal-Mart #1163 & 365. The family would like to send a special thanks to all the employees of Canon Hospice. Relatives, friends of the family members of Franciscan Order, Archbishop Blenk #1905 (Ladies Auxiliary), A.A.R.P. chapter #4034, and employees and customers of Wal-Mart #1163 & 365 are invited to attend the Funeral Mass from WESTSIDE/LEITZ-EAGAN FUNERAL HOME, 5101 Westbank Expressway, Marrero, LA, on Saturday, April 26, 2008 at 1:00PM. Interment to follow services in McDonoughville Cemetery in Algiers, LA. Visitation will be held on Saturday from 11:00AM until funeral time. Please visit the online obituary and guestbook at www.mem.com. For information, call 341- 9421. Times Picayune 04/25/2008. **************************************** 000859 Triggs - Annie Margaret (Granny) Triggs, age 78, died on Monday, April 7, 2008 at Canon Hospice. A native of Enterprise, Ms. and a resident of New Orleans, La. Beloved wife of the late Lawrence (Lucky) Triggs. Mother of the late Willie Jenkins Jr. and Nathan Jenkins. Daughter of the late Walter Lee Thomas and Katie Mae Layman. Survived by 5 grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren. She worked diligently at Tharp-Sontheimer Funeral Home for 35 plus years until she retired. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend Annie's Funeral Service at Willing Worker B.C., 2715 Washington Ave., on Monday, March 14, 2008 at 11:00 AM. Visitation will begin at 10:00 AM. Interment will be private. Boyd-Brooks Funeral Service, LLC 3245 Gentilly Blvd New Orleans, LA 70122 (504) 282-1202 Times Picayune 04/13/2008. **************************************** 000860 Truesdell - David L. Truesdell passed away peacefully after a long illness on Friday, March 28, 2008 at the age of 64. Survived by his wife of 42 years, Sandra Bruder Truesdell; three children, Amy Truesdell Miller, Jean Truesdell and Michael Truesdell; a daughter-in-law, Holly Truesdell; two grandchildren, Austin Roper and Jenna Truesdell; two sisters Robin Wartelle and Carolyn Evans of Seattle, WA; one brother Michael Truesdell of Lake Tahoe, CA. David was born in Seattle, WA on April 23, 1943. As a young man he served in the U.S. Navy aboard the U.S.S. Midway. He opened a Stereo business in 1972, Allied Audio, and remained in the Metairie Business area for over 36 years. He touched many lives and will be deeply missed. As his good friend, Rose Thurston said, "Goodbye my dear friend goodbye." Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Memorial Service at LAKE LAWN METAIRIE FUNERAL HOME CHAPEL, 5100 Pontchartrain Blvd. on Thursday, April 3, 2008 at 12:30 PM. The family will receive friends from 12:00 Noon until time of service. Inurnment will be private. To sign and view the Family Guestbook, please visit www.lakelawnmetairie.com. Times Picayune 04/2/2008. **************************************** 000861 Trufant - Willimenia Pierre Trufant at Our Lady Regional Medical Center, Baton Rouge, LA on Wednesday, April 16, 2008 at 7:30 a.m. Age 82. A native of St. James, LA and resident of Darrow, LA. Mother of Kenneth, Leroy, Craig, Sterlin, Sylvester and spouse Tessie, Claud and spouse, Ramona Trufant and Natalie and spouse, William Baldwin. Sister of Joseph Ulysses and spouse, Gloria and Freddie Pierre, Theresa and spouse Harry Austin, Sr. and Mary Pierre. Also survived by 19 grandchildren and 15 great- grandchildren. Funeral Mass will be on Saturday, April 19, 2008 at 10:00 a.m. at St. James Catholic Church, 6613 Hwy. 18, St. James, LA. Vistation 8:00 - 9:00 a.m., Saturday. Interment St. James Cemetery, St. James, LA. Arrangements by Lawson-Rollins-Purple Shield Funeral Home, Gonzales, LA. Times Picayune 04/18/2008. **************************************** 000862 Trumps - Joycelyn Comeaux Mire Trumps, age 76, passed away on Saturday, April 19, 2008 after bravely battling ovarian cancer for over 14 years. Beloved wife of Regis G. Trumps for 29 years and a resident of Kenner for 25 years. Mrs. Trumps was predeceased by her parents, Emile E. Comeaux and Ethel Lucas Comeaux; her son, Ricky E. Mire; her brother, Melvin Comeaux; her sister, Gwen Nelms and her twin sister, Jacquelyn "Jackie" Lubrano. She is survived by her four children, Fellman P. Mire III, Kenny V. Mire, Dawn M. Monnerjahn and Jay A. Mire; a stepson, Paul L. Trumps as well as daughters-in-law, Yvette O. Mire and Teresa D. Mire. Her seven grandchildren are Jeff M. Mire, G. Michael Nami Jr., Justin M. Mire, Zachary C. Mire, Emily E. Mire, Amanda N. Billiot and Allie G. Mire. Her grand daughter-in-law is Stephanie L. Nami. Other survivors include her nieces, Leah Mulkey and Jackie Meisner; her nephew, Raymond Lubrano Jr. and, in addition, other nieces and nephews and numerous grand and great nieces and nephews. Mrs. Trumps was looking forward anxiously to the arrival of her first great grandchild, unborn baby Nami. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the Funeral Mass on Monday, April 21, 2008 at 12:00 noon at Leitz-Eagan Funeral Home, 4747 Veterans Blvd., near Clearview Pkwy. Visitation will begin at 10:00 a.m. Interment will be in Garden of Memories Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society, 2405 River Rd., New Orleans, LA 70121. The online guestbook is available at www.legacy.com. For information, please call 504-888-8440. Times Picayune 04/20/2008 **************************************** 000863 Tuohy - Geneve Houin Tuohy, of Algiers, LA, age 88, passed away on Thursday, April 10, 2008. Beloved wife of Edward James Tuohy, Jr. She was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. Mother of Susan Mayeaux, Mike Tuohy, and the late infant son, Edward James Tuohy III. Mother-in-law of Andy Mayeaux and Janice Tuohy. Grandmother of Abby Derenbecker, Ginger (Jason) Mayeaux, and Kyle Tuohy. Great-grandmother of Aubrey Derenbecker. Daughter of the late Clara Hintz Trauth and Lee Houin. Sister of the late Grace Houin Newman. Loving aunt of Ronnie and Cathy Newman, and Lee and Jane Newman, and the late Geneve Newman Smith and Allen Newman, Jr. She also leaves behind her faithful canine companion, Chico. Survived by numerous great nieces and great nephews. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend a Memorial Mass on Monday, April 14, 2008 at 11:00 AM from MOTHE FUNERAL HOME, 2100 Westbank Expressway, Harvey, LA. Family visitation in the Chapel from 9:00 AM until 11:00 AM. In lieu of flowers, donations to Hospice-Akula Foundation, 1221 S. Clearview, Jefferson, LA 70121, would be appreciated. For funeral information, call 366-4343. Times Picayune 04/13/2008. **************************************** 000864 Turner - Ceola Darby Doyle Turner passed away on Tuesday, April 15, 2008 at the age of 79. Lifetime resident of New Orleans, LA. Beloved daughter of the late George Sr. and Luberta Darby. Wife of the late Ervin Doyle. Survivors include her children, 5 sons: Ervin, Keith, Rudolph, Ejay and Larry Doyle; 7 daughters: Roulette Wynn, Cerolette Vincent, Carlotte Ratcliff, Charlotte Lewis, Antoinette and Ivorlette Doyle, and Shandarlette Johnson; a host of grand and great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Relatives and friends of the family, also pastors, officers and members of Greater New Home B.C. are invited to attend the Funeral Services on Saturday, April 19, 2008 at 10:00 a.m. at St. James Methodist Church, 1925 Ursuline Ave. Visitation 9:00 a.m. Interment Resthaven Cemetery. Services entrusted to Dennis Mortuary, 1812 Louisiana Ave., N.O. LA 70115; (504) 899-8252. Times Picayune 04/18/2008. **************************************** 000865 Valdary - Dwayne Valdary departed this life on Thursday, March 27, 2008 at the age of 39. Dwayne was a native of New Orleans, LA. He was a generous and giving person, and he will be missed by all who had the pleasure of knowing him. Dwayne was the devoted son of Willie A Valdary, Sr. and Gladys Harris Valdary. He was the loving brother of Willie Jr., Kevin, and Debra Valdary. He is also survived by a host of uncles, aunts, nieces, nephews, and cousins. He was preceded in death by his grandparents Sarah Harris and Mary Valdary. Dwayne was a graduate of John McDonough, and former employee of McDonald Corporation and Delta Catering. Family and friends are invited to attend Funeral Services on Wednesday, April 2, 2008 at 11:30 a.m. at the First Pentecostal Church, 122 N. Dorgenois St. Visitation will begin at 9:30 AM. Burial will be private. Boyd-Brooks Funeral Service, LLC 3245 Gentilly Blvd New Orleans, LA 70122 (504) 282-1202 Times Picayune 04/1/2008. **************************************** 000866 Valdery - Beatrice Mary Toussaint Valdery entered into eternal rest on April 24, 2008 in College Park, GA at the age of 83. She was a native of New Roads, LA and a resident of New Orleans for many years. Mother of Rae Catherine (Earl) Bertrand, Vivian Delaney of Jasper, TN, Beetrice Nichols of College Park, GA, Virgle Ann Gaunichaux, St. Jane (Aldoph) Anderson, Judy Nichols of Chicago, IL, Wanda Miskell, Sabrina (Earl) Darby, Beverly, Giselle and Jimmie F. Valdery. Sister-in-law of Jim Valdery of Joliet, IL and Nettie Valdery Johnson. Godmother of Patsy Washington. She is also survived by 33 grandchildren, 83 great grandchildren, 17 great great grandchildren and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Relatives and friends of the family, also Priest and Parishioners of St. Leo the Great Catholic Church, employees of The Road Home Program and Rouses Market are invited to attend a Mass of Christian Burial at 11:00am on Wednesday, April 30, 2008 at St. Leo the Great C.C., 2916 Paris Ave. Visitation will be from 9:30am until 11:00am. Interment: Mt. Olivet Cemetery. Arrangements by Rhodes Funeral Home. Times Picayune 04/29/2008. **************************************** 000867 Valentine - Vera Mitchell Valentine departed this life on Wednesday, March 26, 2008 at Plaquemine Manor, Plaquemine, LA. Age 102. A resident of New Orleans, LA and a native of Point Pleasant, LA. Wife of the late Arthur W. Valentine. Daughter of the late Thomas Mitchell, Sr. and Nancy Scott Mitchell. Also preceded in death by three sisters and three brothers. She is survived by two devoted sisters: Hazel M. Sparrow and Albertha M. Thomas both of Plaquemine, LA (Point Pleasent Community); a devoted brother, James A. Mithcell of New Orleans, LA; loving nephew and caregiver, Morris W. Thomas of Santa Ana, California; and three godchildren: Cleveland Francois, New Orleans, LA, Joseph Evans, Pearland, Texas and Kimberly Stewart, Point Pleasent, LA. She was a cherished aunt, great-aunt, great- great-aunt and great-great-great-aunt of many nieces and nephews. She was a graduate of Booker T. Washington High School, New Orleans, LA. A member and Deaconess of New Zion Baptist Church, New Orleans, LA, Dr. C.S. Gordon, Pastor. She loved reading and being with family. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the services. Visitation at Point Pleasant Baptist Church, 27800 Hwy. 405, Plaquemine, LA at 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday, April 1, 2008 until Religious Services at 7:00 p.m., conducted by Dr. George C. Carter, Sr. Dismissal Services 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, April 2, 2008 at the church. Interment in the Church Cemetery. Demby and Son Fuenral Home, Inc., Donaldsonville, LA, (225) 473-9534 in charge of arrangements. Times Picayune 04/1/2008. **************************************** 000868 Valentine - William (Val) Valentine courageously fought his bettle with a long-term illness, but on Sunday, April 20, 2008 at 1:00 a.m. "Val" went home to with his Lord and Master. Retired employee of the former New Orleans Public Service "RTA". He is survived by his beloved wife, Audrey J. Valentine; devoted daughters: Rev. Gayle V. Jones, Gaynell V. Rome, Janice H. Hunter and Beryln Haynes; sisters: Lucille Roberson of Las Vegas, NV and Eunice Miller; 8 grandchidlren; 7 great-grandchildren; sons-in-law: Philbert Jones and Norbert P. Rome, Sr.; a host of loyal cousins, other relatives, church family and friends. Val was preceded in death by his parents: Rev. Fred and Daisy Valetine Scott; and sister, Lorena Smith. Relatives and friends of the family; along with pastors, officers and members of Second Mt. Bethel B.C., Zion Travelers Second Baptist, Covenant Belivers Faith Ministry, Tabernacle of Priase and Deliverance, Franklin Ave. Baptist, Gr. St. Stephen Ministries, Love Touch Ministries and Cummins- Wilson A.M.E.; employees of RTA, La. Board of Medical Examiners, Orleans Levee District, Possess the Land Realestate Co., Dillard University, Sporty Cuts, NOPD, IRS, Hahnville High School, Georgia State University, Northwestern State University of LA, Rouses, Dept. of Community Health State of Georgia and pastor and members of Progressive Baptist Church are invited to attend the Homegoing Celebration commemorating his life on Saturday, April 26, 2008 at 11:30 a.m. held at Progressive Bapt. Church, 1214 So. Robertson Street. Rev. Willie Gable, Pastor, Rev. Jerome Alexander, officiating. Visitation from 9:00 a.m. until funeral time. Casket will be closed at the start of service and remain closed. Interment Mount Olivet Mausoleum. Professional service entrusted to GASKIN- SOUTHALL-GORDON & GORDON MORTUARY 1225 N. Rampart Street., N.O., LA Information: (504) 566-9000 Times Picayune 04/25/2008. **************************************** 000869 Vallas - Ethel Thompson Vallas, died at Touro Infirmary on Monday April 21, 2008. Age 85 years. Beloved wife of the late Bryson Vallas Jr. Mother of Richard A. Vallas and Roddy L. Vallas. Daughter of the late Elsie Jane Briggs Thompson and Charles Wesley Thompson. Sister of the late Merle Wynn and Charles Wesley Thompson Jr. Private funeral services will be held at Lake Lawn Metairie Funeral Home, 5100 Pontchartrain Blvd. followed by a burial service at Metairie Cemetery. To view and sign family guestbook, visit www.lakelawnmetairie.com. Times Picayune 04/23/2008. **************************************** 000870 Valotta - Gertie Marie Brignac Goodman Valotta passed away on Wednesday, April 23, 2008. Beloved wife of the late Frederick J. Goodman by first marriage and the late Anthony P. Valotta by second marriage. Daughter of the late Marchall Brignac and Jeanne Trosclair Brignac. Mother of Carol Simoneaux (husband Joe), Jane Oddo (husband the late Freddie) and Gail Weber (husband Allen "Sub"). Sister of the late Donald Brignac, Percy Brignac, Marchall Brignac, Jr., Nelva Richard and Mercedes Bush. "Maw Maw" Goody to Brent St. Amant (wife Sissy), Denny St. Amant (wife Lisa), Ricky Oddo (wife Alexa), Daren Oddo, David Allelo and Scott Allelo. Also survived by 9 Great Grandchildren and 1 Great Great Grandchild. Age 89 years. Born in Vacherie, LA and residing in Westwego, 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, April 26, 2008 at 1PM. Interment in Westlawn Memorial Park Cemetery, Gretna, LA. Visitation at the funeral home on Saturday from 9AM until 1PM. Information: 366-4343 Times Picayune 04/25/2008. **************************************** 000871 Vanleeuwaaede - Albert M. Vanleeuwaaede died on Monday, April 7, 2008. Son of Jules Vanleeuwaade and Ellarida Dequair Williams. Husband of the late Rebbecca Vanleeuwaarde. Father of Albert and Courtney Vanleeuwaarde. Grandfather of Albert Vanleeuwaarde and Deja Raines. Nephew of Shirley D. Bell, Carolyn Dequair Wilson Bradley (Robert), Elaine Atkinson (Willie), Gloria Mouton, Allen and Robert Dequair. Also survived by a host of other relatives and friends. Relatives and friends of the family; also pastors, officers and members of New Orleans Triumph Baptist Church are invited to attendt he Visitation on Saturday, April 12, 2008 at New Orleans Triumph Baptist Church, 1760 N. Rampart St. from 9:00 a.m. until 11:00 a.m. Followed by Funeral Services at 11:00 a.m. Dr. Ronnie Crockett - Pastor, officiating. Interment Resthaven Memorial Park. NO WAKE. You may sign the guest book on nola.com/obits. GERTRUDE GEDDES WILLS FUNERAL HOME, INC. in charge. Times Picayune 04/11/2008 **************************************** 000872 Veit - Raymond R. Veit on Friday, April 11, 2008 at 5:15 PM, age 63 years. Beloved husband of Connie Wyatt Veit and the late Judith Guja Genovese. Father of Raymond T. Veit and Dow E. Veit. Son of Wanda Veit and the late John E. Veit. Brother of John and William Veit. Grandfather of Raymond, Spencer, Jordan, Madison and Geoffrey Veit. Also survived by nieces and nephews. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Funeral Mass at St. Rita Catholic Church, 7100 Jefferson Highway, Harahan, LA, on Wednesday, April 16, 2008 at 12:00 PM. Visitation on Tuesday in LAKE LAWN METAIRIE FUNERAL, 5100 Pontchartrain Blvd. (in Metairie Cemetery), from 6:00 PM until 9:00 PM and in Church on Wednesday from 10:00 AM until service time. In lieu of flowers, donations preferred to the American Heart Association. To sign and view the Family Guestbook, please visit www.lakelawnmetairie.com. Times Picayune 04/14/2008. **************************************** 000873 Velcich - Marie Audrey Velcich, age 79, died Tuesday, April 15, 2008 at Montereau in Warren Woods, Tulsa, OK. She was born January 6, 1929 in New Orleans, LA. She was the daughter of the late Marie Baudot Velcich and the late Joseph John Velcich. She was the adopted daughter of the late Leona Baudot Velcich. She was the granddaughter of the late Leontine and Augustine Baudot and the late Mary and James Velcich. Audrey's biological mother died when she was only one month old. Her adopted mother, Leona Baudot, raised, nurtured and inspired Audrey and helped her overcome the many obstacles that she faced with cerebral palsy. Audrey graduated from Sophie B. Newcomb College. Because of severe hearing loss, Audrey lip-read the professors' lectures and on the weekend her mother would hand copy notebooks loaned by students. She retired from New Orleans Recreation Department after 20 years. She moved to Arlington, TX at age 60 and later to Tulsa, OK where she lived for the last 16 years. Audrey died with family and under the loving care of the staff at Montereau. She is survived by two sisters, Joann Velcich Saucier and her husband, Luke Saucier and Jane Velcich Primeaux and her husband, Henry Primeaux III. She is also survived by two nieces and a nephew: Joann Primeaux Longa and her husband Steve and children Jeff, Michael and Brian; Lisa Primeaux Lotz and her husband Edward and their daughter Nicole; and Henry Joseph Primeaux and his wife Andee and their children Kaylee and Tanner. In lieu of flowers contributions can be made to St. Pius X Church 1727 S. 75th E Ave, Tulsa, OK 74112 for The Container of Hope to help the people of Haiti. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Graveside Service at St. Roch Cemetery #1, 1725 St Roch Ave., New Orleans, 70117, on Monday, April 21, 2008 at 11:00 a.m. LAKE LAWN METAIRIE FUNERAL HOME in charge of arrangements. Times Picayune 04/20/2008. **************************************** 000874 Verdin - Robert Raymond "Bobby" Verdin, Sr. passed away on Saturday, April 26, 2008 at 6:32 A.M. Age 67 years. A native Barateria, LA and a resident of Lafitte, LA. Bobby gave so much joy, love and happiness to everyone he meet with his witty jokes. He was a true gift from God. Beloved husband of Martha Mamolo Verdin. Loving father of Robert R. "RV" Verdin, Jr. and Penny V. Zar. Son of the late Lucy Autin Verdin and Mack Verdin. Son-in-law of Romeo and Jeanne Mamolo. Brother of Eva Alexie, Georgia Martin, Shirley Nagel, Melvin, Jerry, Sr., and George Verdin and the late Ellen Rodriguez, Margie, Randy and Norman Verdin. Godfather of Jeremy Terrebonne, Jerry Verdin, Jr. and Patti Rodriguez. Grandfather of Jeanne and Ryan Zar, Mackenzie Verdin and Blake Monk. Bobby will also be missed by sisters-in-law, brothers-in-law and many nieces, nephews, family and friends. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the Mass of Christian Burial at ST. ANTHONY CATHOLIC CHURCH, 2653 Jean Lafitte Blvd., Lafitte, LA, on Monday, April 28, 2008 at 7:00 P.M. Interment will be private. Visitation will also be on Monday from 3:00 P.M. until time of Mass, all at the church. In lieu of flowers and in memory of Bobby, Blood Donations may be made at your local LA Blood Center or the American Diabetes Association, 3340 Severn Ave., Ste. 360, Metairie, LA 70002. To view and sign the Family Guest Book, please visit us at www.clarkducote.com. Clark-Ducote Funeral Home (392-7773) of Belle Chasse is assisting the Family at this most difficult time. Times Picayune 04/28/2008. **************************************** 000875 Vetra - James Christopher Vetra, Sergeant 1st Class, U.S. Army (Ret.), passed away on April 26, 2008. Beloved husband of 45 years to Imelda Verdin Vetra. Father of Dawn (Matthew) Drees, Christopher (Christina) Vetra, Michael and Benjamin Vetra. Brother of Patricia Pare', Gerald, William, Allen, the late Robert and Christopher Humphreys. Also survived by 8 grandchildren. Age 66 years, a native of Fall River, MA and a resident of Harvey, LA. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the visitation at Mothe Funeral Home, 2100 Westbank Expy., Harvey, LA, on Tuesday, April 29, 2008 from 9 AM until 12:30 PM. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at St. John Bosco Catholic Church, 2114 Oakmere Dr., Harvey, LA, for 1 PM. Interment to follow at Westlawn Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, donations in his memory may be made to St. John Bosco Catholic Church or Divine Care Hospice. For further information or directions, call 504.366.4343. Times Picayune 04/29/2008. **************************************** 000876 Vicknair - Raymond Vicknair, age 79, died on Tuesday, April 2, 2008 at 12:10 AM. Beloved husband of Billie Cutlip Vicknair. Father of Steven Vicknair, husband of Katherine; Janet Imbraguglio, wife of Steve; and Julie Vicknair. Son of the late Theodore Vicknair and Eva Oubre Vicknair. Brother of Doris Clement and the late Gloria Bridley and Theodore Vicknair, Jr. Wonderful Grandfather of Jennifer Vicknair, Stephen Imbraguglio, Ashley Imbraguglio, and Jesse Melerine. Relatives and friends of the family, also employees of the Orleans Parish School Board are invited to attend a visitation to be held at St. Bernard Memorial Funeral Home, 701 W. Virtue Street, Chalmette, LA, on Saturday morning, April 5, 2008 from 9:00 AM until 11:00 AM. A funeral Mass will begin in the funeral home Chapel at 11:00 AM followed by cremation. Metairie Crematory. Times Picayune 04/3/2008. **************************************** 000877 Vincent - Alton Joseph "A.J." Vincent, 71, of Perkinston, MS, formerly of Port Sulphur, LA, passed away on Saturday, April 5, 2008 at the VA hospital in Biloxi, MS. He was a member of the Knights of Columbus, Port Sulphur, and was retired after more than 35 years of service to Freeport McMoran. He was honorably discharged from the US Army in 1963 and was an expert M-1 marksman. Mr. Vincent is preceded in death by his parents, Clodore and Olita Dubois Vincent. He is survived by his loving wife of 48 years, Willa Mae Vincent; 3 daughters, Donna Parker of Perkinston, MS; Marlene Pilney and Sabrina Pierre, both of Mandeville, LA; sons-in-law, Paul Parker, Andy Pilney and Andrew Pierre; grandchildren, Andrew and Mathew Pilney, and Kaitlyn and Drew Pierre. Visitation will be held on Thursday, April 10, 2008 from 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. and Friday, April 11, 2008 from 8:00 a.m. until service at 12:00 noon at the RIEMANN FAMILY FUNERAL HOME, 274 Beauvoir Rd., Biloxi. Interment will follow at the Biloxi National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family would like donations sent to The Fisher House @ Keesler AFB, 509 Fisher Dr., Keesler AFB, MS 39534-2599. Memo: AJ Vincent, or donate online at: http://www.fisherhouse.org. A online guestbook may be viewed and signed at www.riemannfamily.com. Times Picayune 04/10/2008. **************************************** 000878 Volterre - Leon Richard Volterre passed away on Thursday, April 10, 2008, at Touro Infirmary in New Orleans, Louisiana, from cardiac arrest. He was 79 years old. Husband of the late Lucille Mignonne Huck Volterre. Father of Dr. Vivian Volterre, Mignonne M. Volterre, Mark H. Volterre and the late Richard B. Volterre. Son of the late Leon Volterre and Marguerite Bogstahl Volterre. He was a native of New York, New York. After graduating from Stuyvesant High School in New York City, he served in the United States Marine Corps. He attended Columbia University in New York City and he received a Bachelor of Science degree in Geology. He began his career in the oil industry as a geologist for Sinclair Oil Corporation. He lived and worked in the oil industry in several countries worldwide and was General Manager and Vice President of Ashland Inc.'s operations in Nigeria for many years before retiring in New Orleans, Louisiana. Services will be held at Schoen Funeral Home, 3827 Canal St., New Orleans, LA, on Tuesday, April 15, 2008. Visitation will begin at 9:00 AM and last until 11:00 AM when a Funeral Mass will be held in the Chapel. Interment will be private at St. Louis #3 Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the American Heart Association, 1-800-AHA-USA1, 1001 Northchase Parkway, Suite 1, Marietta, GA 30067. Family and friends may view and sign an online guestbook at www.MeM.com. Times Picayune 04/14/2008. **************************************** 000879 Voltolina - Ruby Blakeman Voltolina, age 68, and a resident of Pine died at 2:10 PM Sunday, April 20, 2008 at Northshore Regional Medical Center in Slidell. Survived by husband Peter F. Voltolina, Jr. of Pine, 2 Sons: Clifford Voltolina of Metairie, Peter F, (Rino) Voltolina, III of Pine, 2 daughters and sons in law: Brenda V. and Randy Freeman of Pine, Carol V. and Kevin Hall of Sumrall, MS, 10 grandchildren: Jason Voltolina, Nicole Voltolina, Tony Voltolina, Vincent Voltolina, Alexandra Kemp, Hagen Hall, Vera Freeman Crowe, Jay Freeman, Falon Turner, 2 great- grandchildren: Alexus Voltolina, Justus Voltolina, 2 sisters: Patricia Fitzgerald of Gretna, Betty Harris of Mandeville. Visitation will be at Crain Funeral Home from 5 PM until 9 PM Wednesday, April 23, 2008 and after 9 AM Thursday, April 24, 2008. A funeral service will be held at 11 AM Thursday, April 24, 2008 in the funeral home chapel with Rev. Harold Gaddy officiating. Burial will follow in the Voltolina Family Cemetery. Obituaries can be viewed online at www.crainfh.com. Times Picayune 04/22/2008. **************************************** 000880 Wagner - Josephine Taravella Wagner, a retired Registered Nurse, died on Monday, April 07, 2008. She was 81, born in New Orleans, and resident of Marrero, LA. A graduate of Charity School of Nursing. Served in the U.S. Nurse Cadet Corp. during World War II and attended LSU and UNO. She was a Director of Nurses at Sara Mayo Hospital and Operating Room Supervisor at West Jefferson Hospital and South Jefferson Hospital. She served as President of A.O.R.N. of New Orleans, served on National Recruitment Memberships. She was A.O.R.N. Founder of Chapter 74 of Operating Room Technicians. Meritus Member of Association of O.R. Nurses. Daughter of the late Sam Taravella and Angelina Grilletta Taravella. Mother of Henry (Hank) Wagner and Angela Wagner Neuman. Grandmother of David and Brian Neuman and Erin Wagner Doucet and Lauren Wagner Raborn. Great- Grandmother of Caitlin and Zachary Neuman and Derin and Dominic Doucet. Sister of the late Anthony (A.J.) Taravella, and half-sisters Lena T. Cucinello, Mary Ann T. Mosgrove, Mary Grace T. Bartolo Haynes, and Carolyn Gail T. Este. Relatives and Friends of the Family, also Parishioners of Immaculate Conception Church are invited to attend a Mass of Christian Burial at MOTHE FUNERAL HOME, 2100 Westbank Expressway, Harvey, LA, on Saturday, April 12, 2008 at 1:30 PM. Interment in Westlawn Memorial Park Cemetery, Gretna, LA. Visitation will be Saturday morning from 9 AM until Service time. For funeral information, please call 366-4343. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Canon Hospice, 1221 S. Clearview Pkwy., 4th Flr., Jefferson, LA 70121, or Wynhoven Nursing Home, 1020 Medical Center Blvd., Marrero, LA 70072. Times Picayune 04/10/2008. **************************************** 000881 Waguespack - Irma Hickson Waguespack, widow of Stan Waguespack, Jr., died at 3:40 pm on Sunday, April 13, 2008 at her home in Vacherie. She was 95, born on July 16, 1912 in Burnside to Arthur Edward Hickson, who was from the Isle of Wight in England, and Leonie Tircuit, who was born in St. James Parish. Irma grew up in New Iberia before graduating from Southwestern College and working as a teacher in Thibodaux. She married on July 20, 1940 and dedicated her life to her family and service to others. She was a lovely intelligent woman who loved her happy life in the country near Vacherie. Visitation will be at St. Philip Catholic Church in Vacherie on Wednesday, April 16, 2008 from 1:00 pm until Mass of Christian Burial at 3:00 pm. Services will be conducted by the Rev. Louis T. Oubre. Interment will follow in the St. Philip Catholic Church Cemetery in Vacherie. She is survived by two sons, Stan J. III and Barry Waguespack; Two daughters-in-law, Missy McCoy Waguespack and Jan Hill Waguespack; nine grandchildren, Sheriff Michael Waguespack, Timothy Waguespack, Dr. Jay Waguespack, Lacy Bofinger, Todd Waguespack, Emily Mayo Vanessa Anseman, Matthew Waguespack and Lt. Ryan Waguespack. Eleven great-grandchildren, Megan and Sydney Waguespack, Samantha, Myles and Dylan Waguespack, Thomas and McCoy Bofinger, Hayes and Anna Claire Waguespack, Jack Henry Waguespack and Hill Mayo; the children of her deceased brother, Timothy and Sara Jane Hickson; her husband's sister, Margorie Schmidt; and numerous nieces, nephews, and beloved in-laws with whom she spent every holiday. She was preceded in death by her husband of 68 years, Stanislaus Jean "Stan" Waguespack, Jr., who died March 15, 2008; her son, David Waguespack, her daughter-in- law, Judy Waguespack; her parents; her brother, Arthur Edward Hickson, Jr; her nephew, Arthur Edward III; her husband's two brothers, Harold and Jess; her husband's five sisters, Mildred, Gladys, Eunice, Enola and Doris. Pallbearers will be her grandsons. Alexander Funeral Home in Lutcher is in charge of the arrangements. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be given to St. Philip Catholic Church in Vacherie or to your favorite charity. Times Picayune 04/15/2008. **************************************** 000882 Waguespack - Verda Matherne Waguespack, a long time resident of Baker, LA, passed away Monday, April 21, 2008. She is survived by four children: Gwen, Leroy Jr., Joey, and Sheila; ten grandchildren and 8 great-grand-children. She was preceded in death by her husband, Leroy Waguespack Sr.; her parents: Wilsey and Bernice Matherne of Houma, LA; and brothers and sisters: Allen, Elsie, Velma, Mable, Eddie, Wilma, and Raymond. Verda was the center of her family and will be dearly missed. An informal gathering of family and friends to "Celebrate the Life of Verda" will be held at the Knights of Columbus Hall in Denham Springs, LA, on Saturday, April 26, 2008 from 11:00 A.M. to 4:00 P.M. In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to St. Joseph Hospice of New Orleans, 824 Elmwood Park Blvd., Suite 155, New Orleans 70123. They cared for the entire family during their time of need. If you wish, you may have masses or services dedicated in her honor at your local churches. Funeral arrangements made through Green Oaks Funeral Home, Baton Rouge, LA and Garden of Memories, New Orleans, LA. Times Picayune 04/24/2008 **************************************** 000883 Wahl - Dorothy Pauline Wilson Wahl On March 30, 2008 She was 86. Mrs. Wahl was the daughter of Thomas Clarence Wilson and Adala Dorothy Wingard. She is also predeceased by her husband Melvin Joseph Wahl. "Aunt Dot" is survived by her niece Rosalie Malone and her two great nephews Paul and Brian Abadie along with their wives and children. She was also loved by many caring friends including Tess Nummela, Margaret Leonardi, Linda Guyton, and Su-Zan Harper. She wished to express her special thanks to Elaine Abadie for offering much support during her own time of sickness. We express our thanks to Waldon Health Care and Hospice Associates for assisting in this difficult ending. Aunt Dot endured a distressed childhood yet managed to turn pain into laughter. She was a person with great spirit and appreciated and expressed her need for independence. She was a wonderful person who always lit up a room with her wit and smile. She was quick to offer an opinion and yet still a good listener. She had many pets over the years and treated them all with love. She enjoyed classical music and always acted like a lady. She believed in the continuance of self-education throughout her life. She was a great homemaker and prided herself on an immaculately kept house. We will miss you and never forget our Christmas mornings spent with you and the kids. You were a wonderful aunt. We all love you and are pleased that frailty and suffering have left you and you are now with your heavenly Father. Arrangements are private through L.A. Muhleisen Funeral Home. Times Picayune 04/1/2008. **************************************** 000884 Walker - Bishop Lawrence A. Walker Sr, (September 21, 1940), the second son of the late William H. and Lillie Feltus Walker, died on Monday, April 21, 2008. His exemplary life of sanctified character will be honored Monday, April 28, 2008, at Thompson Temple Church of God in Christ, 1515 Whitney Ave., Gretna LA. Bishop Walker, a native of New Orleans and a retired Longshoreman Local 3000 of 19 years, pastored Beth Israel C.O.G.I.C. on Dumaine Street for 20 years. He is survived by his wife Belinda Magee, 5 children Lydia, Lawrence Jr., Benson, Stephen, and David; 10 grandchildren and 14 siblings, William Walker Jr.; Lillie Yvonne Walker-Carter, Oliver Walker, Albert Walker, Marcella Ratcliff, Julius Walker, Clara Bowers, Cynthia Williams, Aaron Walker, Elaine Richardson, Charles Walker, Preston Walker, Louis Walker, and Shirley Saucer and a host of nieces, nephews and other family members. Viewing will begin at 9:00 a.m. with service beginning at 10:00 a.m. Officiant: Bishop James Feltus Jr. Internment: Providence Park Cemetery, Metairie, LA. Final Arrangements entrusted to Richardson Funeral Home of Jefferson, Inc. Times Picayune 04/27/2008. **************************************** 000885 Walker - Felicie "Fil" Wurzlow Walker on Sunday, April 13, 2008. Wife of the late James "Jake" Carl Walker, Sr. Daughter of the late Frank W. Wurzlow and Felicie Sylvestre Wurzlow. Mother of James "Jake" C. Walker, Jr. and wife Sarah, Thomas R. Walker and wife Mimi, Daniel J. Walker and wife Georgiana, Michael W. Walker and wife Lorelei of Houma, LA, Bernadette W. Day and husband Winston of Baton Rouge, LA and Sally W. McDevitt and husband Jim of Houston, TX. Sister of Kermit Wurzlow of Houma, LA and the late Herbert Wurzlow, Frank Wurzlow, Jr., August Wurzlow, Eugene Wurzlow, Olga Wurzlow and Rowena W. Harvey. Also survived by eleven grandchildren and eight great grandchildren. Age 91 years, a native and resident of Houma, LA. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend a Mass of Christian Burial on Tuesday, April 15, 2008 at 11:00 A.M. at St. Gregory Barbarigo Catholic Church, 1005 Williams Ave., Houma, LA, with interment at Magnolia Cemetery, Houma, LA. Visitation will be held on Tuesday, April 15, 2008 at St. Gregory Barbarigo Catholic Church from 9:00 A.M. until funeral time. Donations to Vandebilt Catholic High and St. Gregory Barbarigo Catholic Church. Arrangements by Chauvin Funeral Home, Inc., 5899 Hwy. 311, Houma, LA 70360. Website: www.chauvinfuneralhome.com Times Picayune 04/14/2008. **************************************** 000886 Wallace - Martha R. Wallace entered into eternal rest Sunday, April 20, 2008 at Jefferson Health Center. Age 85. Beloved daughter of the late Joseph and Nolan Ratliff. Loving wife by 1st marriage of the late Milton Thomas, Sr., and by 2nd marriage the late Clarence Wallace. Loving mother of Milton Thomas Jr. Also survived by 5 grandchildren, 4 great-greatgrandchildren and a host of other relatives and friends. A Funeral Service will be held on Tuesday April 29, 2008 at Carrollton B.C., 2528 Carrollton Ave. at 10:00 a.m. visitation 9:00 a.m. Interment: Providence Park. Funeral arrangements entrusted to Majestic Mortuary, (504) 523-5872. Times Picayune 04/27/2008. **************************************** 000887 Wallace - Tontanisha "Pookie" Tontrelle Wallace, a cashier, died on Thursday, April 17, 2008 at 9:30 am at South Fulton Medical Center after a long fight against the sickness of Lupus. She was a high school student and graduate of Creekside High School in Atlanta, GA. Daughter of Catherine Wallace and the late Anthony Thompson. Sister of Mileisha Porter and Bennisha Wallace. Grand-Daughter of Ellen Wallace and Albert Queen, Shirley Thompson and Felton Thompson, Sr. Also survived by a host of aunts, uncles, cousins and other relatives and friends. Preceded in death by her aunt, Shannon Wallace. She was a lifelong resident of New Orleans, LA. Relatives and friends of the family, also Pastors, Officers and Members of Living Faith are invited to attend the Visitation on Saturday, April 26, 2008 at Living Faith, 4339 Eastern St., from 9:00 am until 10:00 am. Followed by Funeral Services at 10:00 am. Pastor Thomas Gross Officiating. Interment Providence Memorial Park. No Wake. You may sign the guest book on nola.com/obits. GERTRUDE GEDDES WILLIS FUNERAL HOME, INC. IN CHARGE. Times Picayune 04/25/2008. **************************************** 000888 Walle - C. S. "Sonny" Walle, Jr. passed away on Tuesday, April 15, 2008. He was born March 11, 1930 in New Orleans, LA to the late Irma Terry and Cornelius S. Walle, Sr. and has been a resident of Covington, LA since 1979. The beloved husband of the late Hazel Davis Walle, he is survived by six children: William "Bubba" Wilson, Carol W. Miller, Wanda R. Causin, Jerry Davis, Cindy M. Vice, Randy E. Vice; 9 grandchildren, 25 great-grandchildren and 1 great-great-granddaughter. He is the brother of Elizabeth Giambronne, Yvonne Cancienne and the late Barbara Mason. From 1954-1991, Sonny was a Bus Operator for New Orleans Public Service, now RTA. Prior to his career with NOPSI, he served in the Navy as a seaman in the 1st Division aboard the Destroyer USS Turner. He was also a football coach at Delta Gym in Metairie during the 1970's. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the Funeral Services on Saturday, April 19, 2008 at 11:00 AM from the Chapel at E.J. Fielding Funeral Home, 2260 W. 21st Ave., Covington, LA 70433. Visiting hours will begin Saturday at 9:00 AM. Interment will follow services at Metairie Cemetery. Sign the family Guest Book online at www.ejfieldingfh.com Times Picayune 04/17/2008. **************************************** 000889 Ward - Donald O. Ward, age 93 passed away at his residence on Saturday, April 26, 2008. He was preceded in death by his parents Michael J. and Magdelena Pabst Ward, his sister Hilda Ward Spencer and his brother Lucien Ward. He is sadly missed by his loving wife of 73 years, Florence Grush Ward, his brother Claude Michael Patrick Ward, his children Donna Ward Heim, Larry D. Ward, Sr., his son-in-law Daniel R. Heim, daughter-in-law Gayle C. Ward, His grandchildren Debbie H. Sachs, Darra H. O'Keefe, Don Ward Heim, Larry D. Ward, Jr., William C. Ward, Gayle Ward Reuling, Michael J. Ward and Frederick R. Ward. He was also survived by 23 great grandchildren, one great-great grandchild and nieces and nephews, Conrad Spencer, Loann Ward Montagnet, Sandra Ward Rogers and the late Michael Ward and his beloved friend, Jo B. Morrison. He proudly served his country during World War II in the United States Army. Retired as Regional Sales Manager of the William Wrigley, Jr. Company with 43 years of service. He was a past senior member of the Metairie Rotary Club, serving with distinction and winning the Man of the Year National Confection Association Award. He attended Fortier High School and Loyola University. He was a parishioner and usher of St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church and was a resident of Metairie, LA for 58 years. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the Memorial Mass, officiated by Father Andrew C. Taormina, at LAKE LAWN METAIRIE FUNERAL HOME CHAPEL, 5100 Pontchartrain Blvd. (in Metairie Cemetery) on Monday, April 28, 2008 at 10:00 AM. Visitation to start at 9:30AM. In lieu of flowers, Masses preferred or donations to Guardian Hospice, Inc., 201 Evans Rd., Suite 212, Jefferson, La, 70123. To sign and view the Family Guestbook, please visit www.lakelawnmetairie.com Times Picayune 04/27/2008. **************************************** 000890 Washington - Alma Della Washington died on Thursday April 17, 2008. Born March 13, 1918 in Donner, LA to the late Manuel and Viola Johnson White. Widow of Norman Washington. She was a ling time resident of Thibodaux, LA and more recently of Gretna, LA. She was a member and Mother of the church of Joy Full Gospel in Houma, LA. She leaves to mourn 1 son, Emanuel J. Washington (Tonya); 1 daughter, Janice W. Jackson (Alfonza); 8 grandchildren, 9 great-grand- children and a host of cousins and friends. Special thanks to the Pastors and members of Joy Full Gospel, Life Center Ministries and Houma Christain Center. Also thank you to staff and friends at Meadowcrest Living Center. Relatives and friends of the family, also pastors, officers and members of Allen Chapel A.M.E. are invited to attend the Visitation on Saturday, April 26, 2008 at Allen Chapel A.M.E., 1125 Lagarde St. Thibodaux, LA 70301 from 9:00 am until 11:00 am. Followed by Funeral Services at 11:00 am. Interment Moses Cemetery - Thibodaux, LA. No wake. You may sign the guest book on nola.com./obits. GERTRUDE GEDDES WILLIS FUNERAL HOME INC. in charge. Times Picayune 04/25/2008. **************************************** 000891 Washington - Wilfred (Stout) Washington passed away on Sunday, March 30th at Kindred Hospital in New Orleans, La. He was 90 years old. He was a retired Longshoreman with Local 1419. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife Dorothy Lawrence Washington and his son, James Washington, Sr. He is survived by four children, Wilfred Jr., Robert, Betty and Cheryl Washington, two sisters Ruby Guillory and Elouise Valere, several grandchildren, great grandchildren, great great grandchildren and a host of neices, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends. Funeral Services on Saturday, April 5th at St. Luke AME Church, 2500 Louisa St., at 10:30AM. Visitation from 9AM until time of service. Interment at Resthaven Cemetery on Old Gentilly Rd., N.O. D.W. Rhodes in charge of arrangements. Times Picayune 04/4/2008 **************************************** 000892 Watsky - Norris Watsky, age 78, of Las Vegas, NV, passed away Tuesday, April 22, 2008. He was born in New Orleans, LA, September 24, 1929, and was an 18 year resident of Las Vegas. Norris was married to Marjorie Denaburg Watsky for 57 years. He was the owner of boutiques in New Orleans before retiring to Las Vegas where he became a poker dealer at the Santa Fe Casino and then at Binion's Gambling Hall and Casino. Norris was very proud to have been chosen to be the dealer in the movie "Lucky You." He received basketball scholarships to both L.S.U. and Loyola University. Norris was a longtime member of B'nai B'rith and Beth Israel Synagogue in New Orleans. He was preceded in death by his parents, Jeanette and Harry Watsky. Norris is survived by his wife, Marjorie; sons: Gary Marc and wife, Lori of Austin, Texas, and Averam Darren and wife, Sandy of Morristown, N.J.; and grandchildren: Asher Jared, Kate and Justin. Funeral was held at 2:00 p.m. Thursday, April 24, 2008 at Davis Funeral Home in Las Vegas, Nevada. Times Picayune 04/27/2008. **************************************** 000893 Wattigney - Rocco Alphonse Wattigney, Sr., a retired engine foreman with Kansas City Southern Railroad, passed away on Wednesday, April 23, 2008. Beloved husband of Clothilde Hartland Wattigney. Father of Cheryl W. (Donald) Graves, Rocco (Pamela) A. Wattigney, Jr. and Michael W. Wattigney. Brother of Thelma W. Gallicio, Huey Wattigney, the late Virginia W Winstell, Louis M. William, Beauregard, Edward and Joseph A Wattigney. Son of the late Louis W. Wattigney and Eva Rodick Wattigney. Grandfather of Donald III, Christopher and Mary Graves, Melissa W. Piedra, Nicole, Michael W. II, and Laura Wattigney. Also survived by 5 great-grandchildren. Age 82 years, a native of New Orleans and a resident of Harahan, LA. Mr. Wattigney was a World War II Army Veteran serving from 1943 to 1945. He received an Asiatic Pacific Campaign Medal with 4 bronze stars, the Philippine Liberation Ribbon with 3 bronze stars, Good Conduct Medal, Distinguished Unit Badge, Meritorious Unit Award, and a World War II Victory Medal. Relatives and Friends of the Family, also members of VFW post 3267, American Legion Post 397 Harahan, and Members of St. Rita Catholic Church are invited to attend a Funeral Mass in the Chapel of MOTHE FUNERAL HOME, 2100 Westbank Expressway, Harvey, LA, on Monday, April 28, 2008 at 1 PM. Interment in McDonoghville Cemetery, Gretna, LA. Parlors will be open Sunday evening from 6:00 PM until 10:00 PM and Monday morning from 9:00 AM until service time. Information: 366- 4343. Times Picayune 04/26/2008. **************************************** 000894 Watts - Gloria Watts died Thursday, March 20, 2008 in Houston, TX. Gloria was born May 19, 1942 in NOLA. Survived by her children Gail and Freddie McGraw, Jr., 4 grandchildren, 9 great grandchildren, sister, a host of family and friends. Funeral Services Wednesday, April 2nd at 11AM. Visitation 9AM at Stone Ezel B. C., 3959 S. Front St., N0LA 70115. Times Picayune 04/1/2008. **************************************** 000895 Weinert - Eugene (Mr. Gene) Weinert, Sr. on Friday, April 25, 2008 at 9:28 a.m. Beloved husband of the late Ursula Weinert. Father and father-in-law of Allen, Eugene Jr. and Jane, Norbert and Jane and Jurgen and Sharon Weinert, Ramona Daigle, Karol and Robert Eastman and Ursula and Michael Parquet. Also survived by 8 grandchildren. Brother of Carolyn Alderman. He was retired from the U.S. Army and a Veteran of The Korean and Vietnam Wars. Age 77 years. A native of Michigan and a resident of LaPlace, LA for the past 30 years. Relatives and friends of the family, also members of the U.S. Armed Forces are invited to attend the services. Visitation at MILLET-GUIDRY FUNERAL HOME, 2806 W. Airline Hwy., LaPlace, LA on Tuesday, April 29, 2008 from 8:30 a.m. until 10:00 a.m. Followed by Religious Services at the Funeral Home Chapel at 10:00 a.m. Burial in St. john Memorial Gardens Cemetery, LaPlace, LA. Times Picayune 04/28/2008. **************************************** 000896 Welch - Agnes Edith Heath Welch passed away on Wednesday, April 9, 2008. Beloved wife of the late James Denman Welch. Mother of James E. Welch, Gregory S Welch, Kathleen A. Davis and Cheryl W. Gerard and the late Fred G. Welch, Sister of the late Juanita A. Zetterberg and Percy S. Heath. Also survived by numerous grandchildren, great- grandchildren and great-great-grand-children. Age 86 years. A native of Abita Springs, LA and a lifelong resident of Covington, LA. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the Funeral Services on Saturday, April 12, 2008 at 11:00 AM from E.J. Fielding Funeral Home Inc., 2260 W. 21st. Ave., Covington, LA 70433. Visitation on Saturday from 9:00 AM until service time. Interment in Morris Cemetery, Franklinton, LA. Sign Guest Book online at www.ejfieldingfh.com Times Picayune 04/10/2008. **************************************** 000897 Wells - William F. "Bill" Wells, Jr., a native and resident of Waynesboro, Mississippi, born May 17, 1940, passed away on Monday, April 21, 2008 at his residence. He was a chemist with the New Orleans Sewerage & Water Board and a member of Liberty Baptist Church, Waynesboro, MS. Survived by: wife, Karen Wells, Waynesboro, MS; stepson, Tony Dunn, Waynesboro, MS; daughters: Nickole Wells, Robertsdale, AL, Anna (Scott) Willis, Laurel, MS, Rene (Chad) Lavoie, New Orleans, LA and Heather Wells, Edinburgh, Scotland; brothers: Buddy (Linda) Wells, Waynesboro, MS and Tim (Susan) Wells, Gainsville, VA; sisters: Beth (Sam) Shuman, Jacksonville, FL and Sharline Wells, Soso, MS; and 9 grandchildren. Funeral Service in the Parlor of Freeman Funeral Home, Waynesboro, MS on Friday, April 25, 2008 at 11:00 a.m. with Rev. Phillip Gandy and Rev. Roger Duglas, officiating. Interment White House Cemetery, Waynes-boro, MS 39367. Freeman Fuenral Home, Waynesboro, MS is in charge of arrangements. Times Picayune 04/25/2008. **************************************** 000898 White - George Edward White, Jr. departed this life on Monday, April 7, 2008 in Harahan, Louisiana at the age of 51. Husband of Cathy White. Son of the late George Edward White, Sr. and Ruth Rose White. Father of Jerome White and Antonia Wells. Grandfather of Breshon Melancon. Brother of Kenneth, Claude, Cardell, James and Terrence White, Angela Green, Myrna Kerry, Lorie Davis and Keyuana Bass. Also survived by mother-in-law, Antonia Marigny, 8 brothers-in- law, 7 sisters-in-law, 5 aunts, 3 uncles and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and other relatives and friends. Family, friends, and well wishers are invited to attend Funeral Services on Saturday, April 12, 2008 at Second Salvation Baptist Church, 212 Marrero St., Bridge City, LA, at 12:00 noon. Visitation will begin at 11:00 a.m. Rev. Herbert Green, Sr. officiating. Burial will take place on Monday, April 14, 2008 at Port Hudson National Cemetery, 20978 Port Hickey Rd., Zachary, LA. Richardson Funeral Home of Jefferson, River Ridge, LA is in charge of arrangements. Times Picayune 04/11/2008 **************************************** 000899 White - James Milton White, Sr., age 70, of Roanoke, VA, died suddenly Tuesday, April 8, 2008. He was born August 3, 1937 in Abingdon VA, son of the late James and Bess Sullivan White. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife of 42 years, Joyce Overstreet White, and his brother Frank H. White. Jim was a member of the Corps of Cadets at Virginia Polytechnic Institute (Virginia Tech), a sergeant in Company G. He graduated in 1959. He was an active member of the VT Block and Bridle Club. He was a commissioned Lieutenant in the U.S. Army Quartermaster Corps. He served his country in Germany during the Cold War, and later in Vietnam at the height of the conflict. He left military service as a Captain. He then worked for many years as the Mill Manager at Southern States in Vinton, VA. He was an active member of First Presbyterian Church in Roanoke, and was active in many civic organizations including the Lion's Club, Rotary Club and the Masonic Lodge. Jim was an Avid Hokie Fan. He always liked to share memories and stories of Cadet life with his old G Company rat buddies. In 2005 Jim moved to New Orleans, LA to live with his cherished grandson, Malcolm, until he was displaced by Hurricane Katrina and eventually ended up back in the Roanoke Valley. Jim lived briefly at Woodhaven Nursing Home in Botetourt Co., and then spent the rest of his life at the VA Medical Center in Salem, VA. He loved to be with his family and friends, especially if they were sharing a good meal. He will be sadly missed by his surviving family; son, Milton White and his wife, Debbie of Vinton, VA; daughter, Lisa White Cressionie and her husband, Chris of New Orleans, LA; grandson, Malcolm Cressionie; sister, Eleanor Walker of Salem, VA; and sister-in-law Marty White of Abingdon, VA. The family would like to express their thanks to the staff of the VA Medical Center and Generation Solutions, especially his friend Clarence Redford. A Memorial Service will be held 3:00 P.M. Saturday, April 12, 2008 at Oakey's Vinton Chapel. The Revs. Robert D. Smith and Stafford Frederick will officiate. The family will receive friends one hour prior to service time at Oakey's Vinton Chapel, (540) 982-2221. In lieu of flowers the family kindly suggests memorials to be made to either the Virginia Tech Foundation, University Development (0336), 902 Prices Fork Rd., Blacksburg VA 24061; Attn: Corps of Cadets. Or Hurricane Katrina Relief through the Make it Right Foundation, P.O. Box 58009, New Orleans LA 70158. Times Picayune 04/11/2008 **************************************** 000900 White - Joyce Ann Dozier White on Monday, April 14, 2008 entered into eternal rest. Survived by: three sons: Earl and Michael White of New York and Anthony Dozier; three daughters: Kim White of Dallas, TX, Courtney and Danielle White; brothers: Charlie, Bryan and Darryl Dozier; sisters: Jacqueline Baptiste of Slidell, LA, Cynthia Dozier and Robin Johnson of Ft. Worth, TX; 18 grandchildren; a host of other relatives and friends. Preceded in death by: mother, Mary Dozier; father, Johnlee Dozier; brother, Ernest Dozier; and sister, Brenda Yarber. Funeral Service on Friday, April 25, 2008 at 10:00 a.m. at Second Free Mission Baptist Church, 1228 Burdette St., New Orleans, LA 70118. Visitation on Friday at the Church beginning at 9:00 a.m. Pastor Wellington - officiating. Final resting place, Green Street Cemetery. Professional Services entrusted to GASKIN- SOUTHALL-GORDON & GORDON MORTUARY 1225 N. Rampart Street New Orleans, LA Information: (504) 566-9000 Times Picayune 04/25/2008. **************************************** 000901 White - Theresa Campo White passed away on Sunday, April 6, 2008 at the age of 88. She was the cherished wife of the late Wade Robert White. Loving mother of Benny White, Roland White and the late Joann Asevedo and James White. Daughter of the late Matilda Gonzales Campo and John Campo. Sister of the late Melvina Latapie & Martin, John Jr. and Wilson Campo. She is also survived and fondly remembered by her 16 grandchildren, 36 great grandchildren and 2 great- great grandchildren, along with a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. She will be sadly missed by us all. Relatives and friends are invited to attend a visitation to be held at ST. BERNARD MEMORIAL FUNERAL HOME, 701 W. Virtue St., Chalmette, LA on Thursday, April 10th, 2008 from 10:00AM - 1:30PM. A funeral service will begin at 1:30PM. Burial will follow in St. Bernard Catholic Cemetery. To view and sign the Family Guestbook, please visit www.stbernardmemorial.com. Times Picayune 04/9/2008. **************************************** 000902 Whitmire - Barbara (Caston) (Hall) Whitmire, age 87, of Cottage Lane, DuBois, PA and formerly of New Orleans, LA, died Thursday, April 24, 2008 at the DuBois Regional Medical Center. Born June 13, 1920 in Matthews, LA she was a daughter of the late Samuel B. and Walterene (Gray) Caston. On August 1, 1942 she married Walter C. Hall of DuBois who preceded her in death November 30, 1967. On March 3, 1981 married James W. Whitmire in New Orleans. She is survived by one son: Walter C. Hall, Jr. of Huntingdon, PA; one daughter: Margaret "Peggy" Hall Aseem of Fairfax, VA. There will be no public visitation. A private Memorial Service will be held. Memorials may be made to the Trinity United Methodist Church, 54 East Long Ave., DuBois, PA 15801. Times Picayune 04/26/2008. **************************************** 000903 Wildey - Thomas Joseph Wildey, Sr. was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Crown Point, LA. Beloved husband of Geraldine Joly Wildey. Son of the late Steven and Adele Wildey. Father of Susie Wildey Jeandron, Joanne Wildey Montalbano (George), Carrie Wildey Hebert (Norris), Tommy Wildey Jr. (Christie), Barbara Chessher Messmer (Jonny), Forrest (Pete) Chessher (Nancy), and Charles Jeandron Sr., O'Neil Hebert. Grandfather of Charles Jeandron Jr. (Robin), Kim Jeandron Bourgeois (Donald), Paige Jeandron Adams (Eric), Tracy Jeandron (Debra), Tori Jeandron Naccari (Mike), Hiedi Jeandron Giangrosso (Hal), Erin Montalbano Bolton (Tommy), Michelle Hebert, Holly Montalbano, Dirk Maise (Bonnie), Jeffery Hebert (Chantelle), George Montalbano, Tadd Maise (Amanda), Tammy Hebert Cheramie, (Mark), Forrest (Petey) Chessher, Brad Wildey (Amanda and Will), Micheal Chessher (Lorrie), Brett Chessher, Lexie Wildey, Cara Wildey, Amber Hebert (David), John Paul Adams, Danielle Adams, Shae Cheramie, Chase Jeandron, Bambi Landry Jeandron, Alex Hebert, Reed Bolton, Regan Bolton, Olivia Balton, Hannah Cheramie, Conner Maise, Collin Maise, T.J. Maise, Ashlyn Maise, Leanna Maise, Micheal John Naccari, Elena Naccari, Grace Jeandron, Hal Edward Giagrossi, Forrest Chessher IV, Madison Hebert, Grant Jeandron, Marley Wildey, Drake Illg. 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, April 29, 2008 at 12:00PM. Interment to follow in the St. Pius X Cemetery in Crown Point, LA. Visitation will be held on Tuesday from 8:30AM until funeral time. Please visit the online obituary and guestbook at www.mem.com. For information, call 341-9421. Times Picayune 04/28/2008. **************************************** 000904 Williams - Elijah Williams departed this life on April 18, 2008. He was 55 years old. He was reared in the Shrewsbury Community. Son of the late Madeline W. Fairley and Elijah Holden. Survivors include one daughter Nicole, seven brothers and seven sisters, a host of nieces, nephews, cousin, and friends. Members of Marine M.B.C. and all neighboring churches are invited to attend the Funeral Services at Prayer Tower C.G.I.C., 8708 Willow Street, N.O., La., on Friday, April 25, 2008 at 12:00 noon. Visitation 11:00 a.m. Rev. Matthew Wells officiating. Interment Bell Grove Cemetery, Kenner, La. Services entrusted to Dennis Mortuary, 1812 Louisiana Ave., N.O., La. Times Picayune 04/24/2008. **************************************** 000905 Williams - Erica Taneshia Williams, age 24, a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Hoover, AL, died on Tuesday, April 1, 2008. Survivors: include her loving parents, Pastor Blake Sr. and Donna Williams; brother, Blake Williams, Jr.; three sisters: Brandy and Ameca Williams and Keonna Thornton; paternal grandmother, Edwina Williams; maternal grandparents: Harrison Sr. and Elder Willie Faye Lang; loving and devoted fiancé, Michael J. Boyd; and a host of aunts, uncles, other relatives and friends. The Memorial Service was held on Monday at 11:00 am at Faith Chapel Christian Center A Campus - 800 Quebec Drive - Birmingham, AL 35224. For expressions of condolences send to 3078 Arbor Bend, Birmingham, Alabama 35244. Roberts Funeral Home directed. Times Picayune 04/10/2008. **************************************** 000906 Williams - Garnette Marie "TUT" Williams entered into eternal rest on Saturday, April 12, 2008 in North Carolina. Age 45. Beloved daughter of the late Harry and Lena Williams. Loving mother of Joseph, Garnette, Raquel, Creighton, Amber and the late Eugene Williams. Sister of Harry Williams, Jr., Mary Dawson, Helena Johnson, Arlisa Sippio, and the late Michael Williams. Also survived by 4 grandsons and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins other relatives and friends. A Funeral Service will be held on Wednesday, April 23, 2008 at 11:00 a.m. at Majestic Mortuary, 1833 Oretha C. Haley Blvd. Visitation 10:00 a.m. Interment: Rest Haven Cemetery. Funeral arrangements entrusted to Majestic Mortuary, (504) 523-5872. Times Picayune 04/22/2008. **************************************** 000907 Williams - James Williams died on Monday, April 7, 2008. Son of the late Curtis and Rebecca Williams. Father of Ingrid Wendy-Rabb-Meyers and Ashley Morris. Brother of Louis "Tony" (Minnie) Williams and Curtis "Sug" (Jeannette) Williams. Also survived by 2 uncles: Roan Perkins and Bernell Williams; 2 aunts: Helen Steen Richardson Williams and Irma Mae Givens Williams; 2 grandchildren and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and other relatives. Relatives and friends of the family, also pastor, officers and members of Sweet Home Christian Center and the Zulu Social and Pleasure Club are invited to attend the funeral services from Sweet Home Christian Center, 434 Jackson St., Kenner, LA on Tuesday, April 15, 2008 at 10:00 a.m. Rev. Gerald Wilson, officiating. Visitation 9:00 a.m. Interment: Restlawn Cemetery, Avondale, LA. Richardson Funeral Home of Jefferson in charge of arrangements Times Picayune 04/14/2008. **************************************** 000908 Williams - Joseph Williams departed this life at Serenity Hospice on Tuesday, April 22, 2008. Beloved husband of the late Ida Rene Victor Williams. Father of Brian K. Williams of Ca., Byron J. Williams, and Kendra Green of New Orleans, La. Stepfather of Byron L. Charles, Darrell K. Charles, Lisa C. Mercadel, Sonia C. Truner, and Terryl C. Bedney. Son of the late Rose Mitchell Williams and Joseph Williams, Sr. Brother of Rose W. Smith of Houston, Tx., Henry and Albert Williams of New Orleans, La. and the late Lawrence Williams, Edward Williams, Alfreda Diggs, and Arizina Jackson. Brother in law of Wilbert Smith, Mercedes Williams, Albert Victor, Jr., Melvin and Bernadine Victor, Eldridge and Doreatha Willis, Alder and Minerva Simmons, George and Amy Celestan, and Emily V. Sylva and the late Beatrice V. Richard, Lollice Richard, Tom Sylva, Herbert, Lawrence, Edward, Arizina Jackson, and Alfreda Diggs. Father in law of Kevin J. Bedney, Kenneth Mercadel, Tyrone Green, and Keenan Charles. Also survived by 13 grandchildren, 7 great grandchildren, and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends. Age 68 years, a native of New Orleans, La. and a resident of Algiers, La. Relatives and friends of the family, also Pastors, officers, and members of Mt. Sinai B.C., St. Joseph B.C., and neighboring churches; employees of Jefferson Parish Juvenile Court, LA Catholic Charities, USDA, Morial Conventon Center, Jefferson Parish Sheriff Office, Total Community Action, Head Start Program, and Aurora Country Club are invited to attend the Funeral Service at Mt. Sinai Baptist Church, 1249 Leboeuf St., Algiers, La., on Friday, April 25, 2008 at 11:00a.m. Rev. Walter C. Jackson officiating. Visitation will begin at 9:00a.m. until service time at the above named church. Interment: Norban Cemetery-Algiers, La. Arrangements by Davis Mortuary Service 230 Monroe St. Gretna, La. Times Picayune 04/24/2008. **************************************** 000909 Williams - Joseph Williams departed this life at Serenity Hospice on Tuesday, April 22, 2008. Beloved husband of the late Ida Rene Victor Williams. Father of Brian K. Williams of Ca., Byron J. Williams, and Kendra Green of New Orleans, La. Stepfather of Byron L. Charles, Darrell K. Charles, Lisa C. Mercadel, Sonia C. Turner and Terryl C. Bedney. Son of the late Rose Mitchell Williams and Joseph Williams, Sr. Brother of Rose W. Smith of Houston, Tx., Henry and Albert Williams of New Orleans, La., the late Lawrence Williams, Edward Williams, Alfreda Diggs and Arizina Jackson. Brother-in-law of Wilbert Smith, Mercedes Williams, Albert Victor, Jr., Melvin and Bernadine Victor, Eldridge and Doreatha Willis, Alden and Minerva Simmons, George and Amy Celestan, Emily V. Sylva, the late Beatrice V. Richard, Lollice Richard, Tom Sylva, Herbert, Lawrence, Edward, Arizina Jackson, and Alfreda Diggs. Father-in-law of Kevin J. Bedney, Kenneth Mercadel, Tyrone Green, and Keenan Charles. Also survived by 13 grandchildren, 7 great grandchildren, and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends. Age 68 years. A native of New Orleans, La. and a resident of Algiers, La. Relatives and friends of the family; also pastors, officers, and members of Mt. Sinai B.C., St. Joseph B.C., and neighboring churches; employees of Jefferson Parish Juvenile Court, LA Catholic Charities, USDA, Morial Conventon Center, Jefferson Parish Sheriff Office, Total Community Action, Head Start Program, and Aurora Country Club are invited to attend the Funeral Service at Mt. Sinai Baptist Church, 1249 Leboeuf St., Algiers, La. on Friday, April 25, 2008 at 10:00a.m. Rev. Walter C. Jackson, officiating. Visitation will begin at 9:00a.m. until service time at the above named church. Interment: Norban Cemetery -Algiers, La. Arrangements by Davis Mortuary Service 230 Monroe St., Gretna, La. Times Picayune 04/25/2008. **************************************** 000910 Williams - Keith Antonio Williams entered into eternal rest on April 18, 2008. He was employed as a construction worker. He was 23. Son of Kenneth Lewis, Sr. and Sharon Williams. Stepson of Japanica Lewis and Earl Jackson. Devoted companion Idara Udoka. Father of Keivantae and Kierra Williams, Rahiem Tucker and an unborn child due this August. Brother of Kenneth Lewis, Jr., Tevin Jackson Jason and Javon Mcswain, Courtney Butler and Shamara Fuqua. Grandson of Patricia Livas and Anthony Williams and Mr. and Mrs. Leomia Lewis, a sister-in-law Nironne Schexnayder and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and other relatives and friends. Funeral Services will be held on Saturday, April 26, 2008 at Charbonnet-Labat Funeral Home, 1615 St. Philip St., at 11:00 AM. Interment will be in Providence Park Cemetery. Visitation will begin at 9:30 AM. Charbonnet-Labat Directors, 581-4411 Times Picayune 04/25/2008. **************************************** 000911 Williams - Korey (Ham) Sean Williams, 'Entered into Eternal Rest' on Monday, April 14, 2008 at Ochsner Hospital. He was 24 years old. Son of Samuel and Cheryl Williams. Grandson of James Morrison, Sr. of Detroit, Michigan. Brother of Kristy and Brandon Williams. Fiance of Christie Jones. Uncle of Brian Hewitt, Jr. Also survived by Roscoe (his dog) and a host of aunts, uncles, cousins, other relatives and friends. Relatives and friends of the family, also priest and parishioners of St. Joan of Arc and St. Mary's of the Angel's Catholic Churches and Second Free Mission Baptist Church, employees of Lofton's Security, Jovell's Welding Company and New Orleans Jobs Corps are invited to attend the Funeral Mass of Christian Burial on Saturday, April 19, 2008 at 11:00 a.m. at St. Joan of Arc Catholic Church, 8321 Burthe Street. Father Anthony Bozeman S.S.J. Celebrant. Visitation from 9:00 a.m. until 11:00 a.m. Interment: Carrollton Cemetery. Professional Services Entrusted To Estelle J. Wilson Funeral Home, Inc. 2715 Danneel Street Betty P. Wilson-Dejoie Funeral Dir & Mgr Information: 895-4903 Please sign online Register Book at www.estellejwilsonfuneralhome.com Times Picayune 04/18/2008 **************************************** 000912 Williams - Pauline Washington "MaMa" Williams departed this life on April 12, 2008 in Houston, Texas. Wife of the late Elias Williams. Daughter of the late Stephen and Clara White Washington. Survivors include: children: Elias Joseph Williams (Joyce) of Pineville, LA and Pauline Junnie Williams Jennings (Freddie) of Houston, TX; grandchildren: Janice, Vernon, Michael, Cynthia and Alan Williams. Also survived by 18 great-grandchildren, 6 great-great- grandchildren, a host of nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the funeral. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Saturday, April 26, 2008 at St. David Catholic Church, 5617 St. Claude Ave., NOLA---10:00 AM. Interment Mt. Olivet Cemetery. Visitation 8:00 AM at the church. CHARBONNET- LABAT-GLAPION, Directors 581-4411 Times Picayune 04/25/2008. **************************************** 000913 Williams - Winnie Doris Adams Blackwell Williams was born in Bogalusa on November 19, 1923. She is survived by her daughter, Marsha Blackwell Hood of Dothan, AL, her son Alan Dewey Blackwell of Metairie, son-in-law Jerry Hood, and daughter-in-law Nancy Blackwell. She is also survived by two step-sons, Joe Ard Williams, Jr. of Bogalusa, LA and Jeffery Williams of Baton Rouge. Her grandchildren are Darren Hood, Angela Hood, Annd Ashley Hood, her step-granddaughter are Dean Ross, Chris Williams and Jennifer Williams Warren. Winnie was also survived by three sister-in-laws: Doris Amacker of Bogalusa, Gladys Adams of Baton Rouge and Juanita Adams of Dallas, TX. Winnie was the 12th child born to Fielding Mack and Ellen Jenkins Adams in the Ben's Ford Community of Bogalusa. She was the last surviving member of that nuclear family. Winnie was a graduate of Bogalusa High School, Elizabeth Sullivan Memorial Nursing School, Class of 1945, and received a B.S. Degree from Our Lady of Holy Cross College in 1979. Winnie was married to the late William Dewey Blackwell of Bogalusa for over 32 years. They were residents of New Orleans East and active members of Suburban Baptist Church . During their marriage and subsequent to his death, Winnie was a School Nurse with the New Orleans School Board (25) years. Previously she had nursed at Baptist Hospital in New Orleans, LA. Winnie was blessed a second time in marriage to Joe Ard Williams, Sr. of the Lee's Creek Community. They resided in Bogalusa for the duration of their marriage. They were active members of Lee's Creed Baptist Church. In recent years Winnie had been a faithful member of 1st Baptist Church, Bogalusa and particulary enjoyed her Sunday School Class and Senior actives. She was also a member of the Bogalusa CICIC League and Retired Teachers Association. The family would like to express heart felt thanks to many attentive loving family members, friends and neighbors who faithfully called and sent cards, visited and preformed many acts of loving kindness. She loved and cared so deeply for you all. You were truly a blessing to her and us. Visitation will be held in the Chapel of Brown- McGehee Funeral Home, 610 Ave. F, Bogalusa, LA Sunday from 5PM until 9PM. Visitation will continue Monday, April 21, 2008 from 9AM until time of services in the Chapel at 11AM. Burial will be in Hillview Memorial Gardens in Bogalusa, LA. Times Picayune 04/20/2008. **************************************** 000914 Wilson - Dallas M. Wilson, age 61, went to be with his heavenly father on April 19, 2008. He leaves to cherish his memories his daughter Anika Wilson, beloved parents Dorothy B. Poche' and Raymond O. Poche', brothers: Raymel Poche' Sr. (Teresa) and Raymond Poche' (Alma), sisters: Darnell Grandpre, Lynette Owens (Errol), Drusilla Mercedel (Frank) and Lyndell Lee, 3 grandchildren, nieces, nephews and other relatives. He is preceded in death by his father Leonard Wilson Sr., his brother Leonard Wilson Jr. and his son Dulani Weber. Family and friends are invited to attend the Funeral Mass on Saturday, April 26, 2008 at Our Lady Star of the Sea Catholic Church, 1835 St. Roch Ave., N.O., LA, for 10:00 AM. Visitation will begin at 8:30 AM at the church. Interment will follow at St. Roch Cemetery. Boyd- Brooks Funeral Service, LLC 3245 Gentilly Blvd New Orleans, LA 70122 (504) 282-1202 Times Picayune 04/25/2008. **************************************** 000915 Wilson - Tyrone "T-Gully" Wilson, mentor, school bus driver, dynamic coach and Sgt. in the U.S. Army, died on April 12, 2008 at Tulane Medical Center in New Orleans, LA. He was 45 years old. Son of Celestine Wilson-Harris and the late Melvin Wilson, Sr. Fiance' of Trenice Herbert. Brother of Evelyn Mitchell (Rev. Arthur), Melvina Wilson-Clark (Lawrence Jr.), Elder Darian Hayes (Gloria) Melvin Jr. and Elwin Wilson, the late Lionel Wilson and Jeffery Hayes. Also survived by 3 nieces, 2 nephews, eight great nieces and nephews, 1 godchild, 2 adopted sons, a host of aunts, uncles, cousins, other relatives and many friends. Relatives, friends of the family, Pastors, officers, members, priests and parishioners of Blessed Hope, Evening Star, First Pilgrim and Living Water Baptist Churches; St. Augustine, St. Peter Claver and St. Jude Catholic Churches; employees of Orleans and Jefferson Parish Public Schools, Laid law Transportation, NORD and Tambourine and Fan; Treme neighbors; Bucket Man, all other Clubs, and all Brass Bands are invited to attend the service. A funeral will be held on Saturday, April 26, 2008 at St. James Methodist Church of Louisiana, 1925 Ursuline Ave., NOLA---10:00 AM. Rev. Dr. Michael Banks, officiating. Traditional Jazz Funeral. Interment St. Louis No. 3 Cemetery. Visitation 8:30 AM at the church. CHARBONNET-LABAT-GLAPION, Directors 581-4411 Times Picayune 04/25/2008. **************************************** 000916 Winn - Coach Hal 'Pancho' Winn departed this life on Wednesday, April 23, 2008. Beloved husband of Lynn Davis Winn. Devoted father of Julie Marie and Jeffrey Jude (Samantha R.) Winn. Grandfather of Griffin William Winn. Son of the late George J. and Ella Mae Patton Winn. Brother of George and Charles Winn and the late William 'Cheno' Winn. Uncle of Cheryl Horne, Christy Rollins, Carole Scott and Charles Winn, Jr. Also survived by a host of other relatives and friens. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend a Mass of Christrian Burial on Tuesday, April 29, 2008 at 10:00AM at Holy Name of Mary Catholic Church, 500 Eliza Street, Algiers. Visitation will begin at 8:00AM. Burial will be private. Professional Services Entrusted To Murray Henderson Funeral Home 1209 Teche Street Algiers Times Picayune 04/27/2008 **************************************** 000917 Winston - Roland Leon Winston, "Boogie Red", departed this life on Sunday, April 13, 2008 at the age of 76 when he joined his mother, Josephine Holmes and foster parents, Evelina and Antoine Houston in peaceful rest. Beloved husband of Ernestine Winston. Proud father of L. Michael Refuge (Sharon), Dr. Allen Winston, Gwendolyn W. King (Lonza), Gail R. Jackson (Lawrence), Debra W. Pierce, Travis H. Refuge, Myra W. Houston (Terrance) and Eric L. Winston. Brother of Mary Scott of Shriever, LA, James Holmes of Flint, Michigan, Margaret Pierre and Edward Williams. He was so proud of and serving to his 29 grandchildren and 31 great-grandchildren. Son-in-law of Geneva T. Lewis. Brother- in-law of Willie, Jr. and Ronald Lewis and Isaac Scott. Stepfather of Rhonda McCraine, Evelyn Simoneaux, Roland Winston, Reginald Washington; Special friend of Leroy Lewis, Herbert Moore, Eugene Mims, Albert Farrow, Charles Mar and the late Isadore Willis. Cousin of Edward Debeaux. Also survived by a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, relatives and so many friends. Relatives and friends of the family, pastors and members of The Church of Abundant Life, Life Center Ministries, Dominion and Power Ministries, Household of Faith, Regular Baptist Church, Fellowship Journal family of churches, White Dove Fellowship, employees of West Jefferson Medical Center, Jefferson Parish Sheriff's Office, Orleans Parish Criminal Sheriff Office, TECO, YOUTHanasia Foundation, staff of Dr. Kevin Stephens, Dr. Shaunda Jones and patrons of Winston's Beauty Salon are invited to attend the Homegoing Service at The Church of Abundant Life, 2301 Par 3 Drive, Harvey, LA at 10:00 a.m. on Thursday, April 17, 2008. Visitation from 8:00 a.m. until service time. Interment: Westlawn Cemetery, Gretna, LA. Arrangements by DW Rhodes Funeral Home, 1020 Virgil Street, Gretna. LA. Please visit www.rhodesfuneral.com to sign the guest book. Times Picayune 04/16/2008. **************************************** 000918 Wise - Joan La'Day Wise entered into eternal rest on Monday, April 14. Age 61. Beloved daughter of the late Foster and Viola La'Day. She is survived by 5 children, 6 siblings, 8 grandchildren and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. A Funeral Service will be held Saturday, April 19, 2008 at Star of Bethel B.C., 2217 Harmony St. Rev. James Trench, Pastor and Rev. Edward Franks, officiating at 9:00 a.m. Visitation 8:00 a.m. Interment: Rest Haven Cemetery. Funeral arrangements entrusted to Majestic Mortuary (504) 523-5872. Times Picayune 04/18/2008. **************************************** 000919 Wiseman - Mary Clara Wiseman passed away at Marrero Health Care Center on Friday, April 4, 2008. Daughter of the late Thomas J. Wiseman, Sr. and Caroline Touchard Wiseman. Sister of the late Felix, Sr., Thomas, Jr., Henry, Adolph, Lena and Anna Wiseman, Margaret Helmer and Amelia Hamann. Also survived by many loving nieces, nephews, cousins and other loving relatives and friends. Miss Wiseman, age 95 years, was a native of Little Temple, LA and a longtime resident of Barataria, LA. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the Funeral Mass from St. Anthony Catholic Church, Lafitte, LA on Tuesday, April 8, 2008 at 11:30 AM. Interment will follow in St. Pius X Cemetery, Crown Point, LA. Visitation will be held at St. Anthony on Tuesday from 9:00 AM until funeral time. WESTSIDE/LEITZ-EAGAN FUNERAL HOME, 5101 Westbank Expressway, Marrero, LA is handling arrangements. For information, call 341-9421. Times Picayune 04/6/2008. **************************************** 000920 Wolfe - Eva Poche Wolfe was born September 1, 1906 and died January 3, 2008. Relatives and friends are invited to attend a Memorial Gathering on Saturday, April 5, 2008 at 10:30 a.m. at LAKE LAWN METAIRIE FUNERAL HOME, 5100 Pontchartrain Blvd. (in Metairie Cemetery). Graveside services will follow at 12:00 p.m. at Lake Lawn Park Mausoleum. 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 04/4/2008. **************************************** 000921 Wolfe - Jessy Visman Wolfe passed away on Tuesday, April 15, 2008. Age 92 years. Wife of the late Dr. Frederick J. Wolfe, Jr. Mother of Captain Fred C. Wolfe and Jessy Dirks and the late Kathleen Elizabeth Wolfe. Grandmother of Suzanne Dirks. Sister of Cora Jones, Carl Visman and George Visman and the late Pearl Visman. Mrs. Wolfe served on the board of the Sophie Gumbel Guild and was a member of the Workers of Magnolia School, the Repubican Womens Club and Freedoms Foundation. She was also a member of the Garden League, the Orleans Club and the Metairie Country Club. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Memorial Service at LAKE LAWN METAIRIE FUNERAL HOME CHAPEL, 5100 Pontchartrain Blvd. (in Metairie Cemetery), on Friday, April 18, 2008 at 3:00 PM. Interment will be private. Visitation will begin at 1:30 PM. Memorial donations may be made to Sophie Gumbel Guild, 1139 Napoleon Avenue, New Orleans, LA 70115. To sign and view the Family Guestbook, please visit www.lakelawnmetairie.com. Times Picayune 04/17/2008. **************************************** 000922 Wood - Rita Yvonne Wood, 60, of Macks Creek, Mo., passed away Tuesday, April 8, 2008 at her residence. Rita was born March 4, 1948, in Oklahoma City, Okla., a daughter to Emanuel and Elena (Martinez) Gomez. She was untied in marriage to Michael Dale Wood on February 28, 1968. Rita was a loving mother and grandmother. She will be missed by all who knew and loved her. She was a long time resident of Slidell, La. Before Hurricane Katrina in 2005. Survivors include her husband Michael Dale Wood. She had five daughters: Rochell Wood Kurucar and husband Paul of Picayune, Ms., Margarita Diane Wood Lachney (Margie), of Macks Creek, Mo., Claudine Fabre Tardo (Dede) and husband Quinn, Marie Odile Klobas (Meme) and husband Ronald, Rita Yvonne Wood (Bonnie) and one son Michael Earl Wood of Slidell, La.: eight grandchildren, Brandi Nicole Ward of Slidell La., Melissa Lee Kurucar of Picayune, Ms., John George Cook, V. of Kentucky, Quinn Anthony Tardo, Jr. (Tony), Sam Michael Tardo, Jessica Marie Klobas, Ashley Nicole Klobas, Dylan Patrick Suddeth of Slidell, La.; two sisters Margaret Castillo of Warren, Mi. and Rachelle Zajciw of Sterling Heights, Mi.; one brother Roger Castillo of Tampa, Fla.; and Step-Father of Emilio Castillo of Clinton Township, Mi.; along with several nieces and nephews. Rita was preceded in death by her mother Elena Gomez Castillo; one sister Yolanda Horn; one son Michael Dale Wood, Jr.; and one grandson Mark Ryan Martinez. Funeral services were held in Macks Creek, Mo., on Saturday April 12, 2008 at Hedges- Scott Funeral Home. There will be a Service of Resurrection & Victory for her honor on Saturday, April 26, 2008 at The Village Church-Lutheran, 29180 Highway 190, Lacombe, La. at 2 p.m. Memorials to honor Rita's life are suggested to the American Cancer Society and to Community Hospice of America. Times Picayune 04/22/2008. **************************************** 000923 Wylie - George Monroe Wylie, life-long resident of Hammod, died on April 8 at Golden Age Nursing Home in Denham Springs. He was born March 20, 1929 in Tylertown, MS and was a truck driver. He is survived by his children and spouses, Wynne Ann Wylie McMorris and the late Russell McMorris, Denham Springs, George Whitaker Wylie, Hammond, Marilyn Wylie McKnight and Kevin McKnight, Folsom, William Lawton Wylie and Lynette Garaudy Wylie, Ponchatoula, and George M. Wylie, Jr., Colorado; 6 grandchildren and spouses, Marilyn Louise McMorris, Erin McMorris Dry and Michael Dry, Kevin Francis McKnight, Jr., Nicholas William Wylie and Colin Francis Wylie and Brandon Wylie; and brother, Dr. Jerome Wylie. Mr. Wylie was preceded in death by his wife, Marilyn Mitchell Wylie and parents, William Jerome and Lily Whitaker Wylie. Family and friends are invited to the visitation at Geisler Funeral Home of Hammond on Saturday, April 12 from 12 p.m. until the Religious Service at 2 pm. Interment will follow in Greenlawn Cemetery. Condolences may be expressed at www.geislerfuneralhome.net. Times Picayune 04/10/2008 **************************************** 000924 Yager - Isadore Yager, M.D., passed away on Saturday, April 5, 2008, at East Jefferson General Hospital following a brief illness. He was 83 years of age. The beloved husband of Beatrice B. Bernstein, he is also survived by his sister, Ada Levitt. He leaves behind his four children: daughter, Randa Lynn Suher, and her husband, Robert A. Suher, Ph.D; son, Alan N. Yager, M.D. and his wife, Elizabeth S. Yager; daughter, Juliette Yager and husband, James Murray; and daughter, Beth E. Eckstein and husband, Robert Eckstein, D.V.M., Ph.D. He is also survived by nine grandchildren: Dylan and Cody Suher, Jaime, Kyla and Jacob Yager, Ethan, Chloe and Anabelle Murray, and Kaila Eckstein. Dr. Yager was born May 23, 1924 in Brooklyn, New York, son of the late Jack and Rebecca Dick Yager. He began his pre-medical education at Brooklyn College, where he studied for two years. While serving in the army, he attended Mississippi State College and later Vanderbilt University. He attended Tulane University School of Medicine, completing his internship and residency at Charity Hospital. In 1950, he served as a combat physician with the 24th Infantry Division in the Korean War. In 1951, he was named chief health officer for the U.S. Army in Gifu District, Japan. He received the Bronze Star, Combat Medal Award, two Presidential citations, and the Korean Service Medal with four major battle stars. He was discharged from the Army with the rank of captain. In 1955, Dr. Yager received the American Trudeau Society Award to study pulmonary disease at Mt. Sinai Hospital, New York. He started a private practice in internal medicine in Jefferson Parish the same year. He was a faculty member of Tulane University School of Medicine, and was a staff member of Touro Infirmary, Charity Hospital, West Jefferson General Hospital, Eye, Ear, Nose and Throat Hospital, and East Jefferson General Hospital. Dr. Yager was one of the founding physicians of East Jefferson General Hospital and served as its first Chief of Staff in 1971. He was Jefferson Parish's Chief Health Officer and a member of the Board of Health from 1960 to the present. He was team physician for East Jefferson High School for twenty-five years. An active member of the community, Dr. Yager served as president of the Hazel Park P.T.A. in 1963, and was a founder and president of B'Nai Brith Lodge in Jefferson Parish. He received the Man of the Year award from the Better Government Group of Jefferson Parish in 1964, and was recipient of the New Orleans Metropolitan Crime Commission's award for outstanding achievement in crime prevention as Jefferson Parish's Health Officer in 1965. He was a member of the Board of Directors of the Conservative Synagogue of New Orleans, and served as president of the Synagogue from 1977-1979. He was named one the "Jewels of East Jefferson General Hospital." A man dedicated to his family, his community and his profession, he will be deeply missed by all whose lives he touched. In lieu of flowers, contributions to Shir Chadash Synagogue and East Jefferson General Hospital would be appreciated. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend funeral services at Shir Chadash Synagogue, 3737 West Esplanade Avenue, Metairie, LA, 70002, on Tuesday, April 8, 2008 at 1:00 p.m. THARP-SONTHEIMER-THARP of Metairie in charge of arrangements. Times Picayune 04/7/2008 **************************************** 000925 Yates - Harris Yates II passed away on Friday, April 18, 2008 at his home in West Chester, OH after a brief illness. Harris was born on July 28, 1943 in New Orleans, LA to Harris Howard and Gladys Cambias Yates who preceded him in death. Services: 11:00 am Wednesday, April 23, 2008, St. Lawrence Episcopal Church, Southlake, TX, The Very Rev. William A. Crary, Jr. officiating. Interment: Bear Creek Cemetery, Euless, TX. Harris was a graduate of Brother Martin High School formerly, "Cor Jesu" in New Orleans. He received his BA from Tulane University where he was President of Sigma Pi Fraternity, and a MBA from Loyola University. Harris was a First Lt. in the U.S. Army and served in Vietnam. While in New Orleans he was a mentor with the Junior Achievement Program. He was a Sales Manager for Thomas J. Lipton and Duracell Batteries where he received many awards and honors. Harris volunteered for Habitat for Humanity in Ft. Worth. At the time of his death he was the National Sales Manager for New Concepts in Marketing and a Professor for The University of Phoenix in Cincinnati. He was the first person in the country to teach Retail Sales Management and also helped with curriculum development. Beloved husband of Jean Yates; devoted father of Kristin Yates Jesser and her husband Ryan; cherished grandfather of Abby and Ry; lovng brother of Judy Yates Hocke. Harris was a true Southern Gentlemen who was dearly loved and will be sorely missed. J.E. Foust & Son Funeral Directors Grapevine, 817-481-2525 Times Picayune 04/22/2008. **************************************** 000926 Young - AnnaMae Attaway Young, 79 years young, passed away at home on Saturday, March 29, 2008 in the arms of her loving family. She was an incredible wife, mother, grandmother, friend, cook and seamstress. Up until a month before she passed away, she was attending Hornets games and traveling. She was always full of life and fun and will never be forgotten. She was preceded in death by her husband, the love of her life, Charles Young. She is survived by her daughters, Patricia Mounicou, Beverly McElrath and Anna Hugel and their respective husbands Sonny, Ken and Dieter, her 6 grandchildren: Sonny Michael Mounicou, Mark Jason Taliancich, Caitlin and Devin McElrath, Anna Kristina and Dietrich Hugel, and siblings: Andrew and Alton Attaway, Lilly LeBlanc and Elsie Kiser. Relatives and friends are invited to attend a wake/visitation that will be held at St. Pius X Catholic Church, 6666 Spanish Fort Blvd, New Orleans, LA 70124 on Saturday, April 5, 2008 at 9:30 am, followed by a Mass at 11:00 am. Burial will follow at St Vincent de Paul Mausoleum. The family would like to thank the doctors and staff of Touro Hospital for their care and compassion for our mother. Arrangements by Jacob Schoen and Son Funeral Home. Guest book may be signed on line at www.legacy.com. Times Picayune 04/3/2008. **************************************** 000927 Young - Jessie Collins Young, beloved mother, grandmother, sister, aunt and friend, woke up in Jesus' arms on Friday, April 4, 2008. She was born on January 3, 1915 to the lae Jesse and Ruth Hammond Collins. She graduated from McDonough 35 High School where she developed a love of poetry and literature that would always be a part of her life. She was employed by the Jefferson Parish School Bioard as the Cafeteria Manager for severals schools to include: Marrero-Westwego Elementary, Lincoln High School and Joshua L. Butler Elementary School. Jessie was preceded in death by her late husband, William Young, Jr.; sisters: Lavenia C. Goins, Vera C. Meyers, Mildred Collins, Edith C. Butler and Juanita C. Montgomery; brothers: Judge Lionel R. Collins and Edward L. Collins. She is survived by her sister, Marietta C. Simon of Detroit, MI; sons: Chaplain (RT) Malcolm E. Hess (Jean) of Copperas Cove, TX, Donald R. Hess (Karen) of Harvey, LA, William Young III, Columbia, SC and Kenneth C. Young, Baton Rouge, LA; daughters: Haleemon H. Hatch (Aaron), Cynthia A. Hess, Baton Rouge, LA and Ruth Y. Hiner (Curtis) of San Antonio, TX; one brother-in-law, Donald A. Meyers: two sisters-in-law: Marcella C. Collins and Betty W. Collins; special longtime friend, Ethel Mae Davis; and numerous nieces and nephews. She also leaves to celebrate her homegoing 29 grandchildren, 69 great-grandchildren and 7 great-great-grandchildren. Wake and Funeral Services will take place on Thursday, April 10, 2008 at 7:30 p.m. at the Little Zion Baptist Church, 441 Wilson Street, Marrero, LA. Dismissal from the Church is at 10:00 a.m. on Friday, April 11, 2008. Interment McDonoghville Cemetery, Gretna, LA. Arrangements by DAVIS MORTUARY SERVICE 230 Monroe Street, Gretna, LA Assisted by Chisolm's Family Funeral Home & Florist 813 Martin Luther King Jr. Drive Copperas Cove, TX 76522 Times Picayune 04/10/2008. **************************************** 000928 Young - Louis John Young, loving husband, father and grandfather passed away on Monday, April 21, 2008 at the age of 89 years. A resident of Baton Rouge for the past 15 years, he was a native of New Orleans. He leaves behind his devoted wife of 65 years, Gloria Petty Young. He is also survived by two sons, David Thomas Young and wife Carol, and Louis Boyd Young; as well as two grandchildren, Benjamin White Young and wife Chantelle, and Lauren Mychal Young. Louis was a gentle, loving man who enjoyed the laughter of his family and friends and was always compassionate to those of us in need of his wisdom and guidance. He will be deeply missed by all those who were fortunate enough to know him. He was preceded in death by his father, John Young; his mother, Ethel Engelhorn Young White; and a brother, William Young. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the Funeral Services at Leitz-Eagan Funeral Home Chapel, 4747 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Metairie, LA on Friday, April 25, 2008 at 11:00am. Interment in Lake Lawn Park Mausoleum. Friends may visit from 9:00am until time of services. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to St. John's United Methodist Church, 9375 Highland Road, Baton Rouge, LA 70810, (225) 766-4594 or to a charity of your choice. Online guest book available at www.legacy.com. Times Picayune 04/23/2008 **************************************** 000929 Youngblood - Anna May Buehler Youngblood on Saturday, March 22, 2008 at 2:00 PM, age 82. Beloved mother of Elizabeth Ann Youngblood, wife of the late Edward Youngblood. Preceded in death by her parents Phillip C. Buehler and Viola May Bauer Buehler and sister Catherine Buehler Cefalu. Survived by her nephew Daniel Cefalu (wife Janda), niece Cathy (husband Harold), brother and sister in law and numerous grand and great nieces and nephews and many loving friends. Mrs. Youngblood was retired from Sears and a member of St. Louis King of France Church and a lifelong resident of New Orleans and Metairie. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Memorial Mass at St. Louis King of France Church, 1609 Carrollton Ave., on Friday, April 4, 2008 at 11:30AM. Inurnment will follow in Lake Lawn Park and Mausoleum. Visitation on Friday from 10:30AM until 11:30AM. Masses preferred or donations to Cancer research. To view and sign the guest book, please go to www.lakelawnmetairie.com. Times Picayune 04/3/2008. **************************************** 000930 Yuratich - Walter Joseph Yuratich After a valiant fight with cancer, Walter left us to be with our Lord on Thursday, April 3, 2008. Born October 9, 1921, in Buras, LA, Walter was a resident of Port Sulphur, LA for over 60 years. He was a proud WWII Army Veteran (250 th F.A. Bn. - Europe), retiree of Freeport Sulphur Company and Plaquemines Parish Government. Beloved husband of Rosabelle Landry Yuratich. Father of Sharon Yuratich (Allen) Johnson of Littleton, CO, and Dr. Paul (Bernice) Yuratich of Metairie, LA. Also survived by grandsons Laurence and Joseph Yuratich, granddaughter Kelsey Nida, and two step-granddaughters, Jennifer Busch and Katie (Neill) Poe. Preceded in death by parents Paul and Angelique Pelas Yuratich, sisters Melanie Bertrand, Pauline Childress, Pearl Yuratich, Edna Cook, brothers Emmett and Emile and many loving nieces and nephews. He moved to Port Sulphur in 1945 where he worked for 35 years as a crew boat captain for Freeport Sulphur and the Grande Ecaille mines. After retirement, he worked as an Inspector for Plaquemines Parish Government. He lived with his bride Rosie in Port Sulphur until 2005 when Katrina took their cherished home. Both have resided in Littleton, CO since then. Walter will be remembered with great love by all who knew him and his ever-present smile and humor. He was 86 years young. Visitation will be held Sunday, April 6, 2008 at Mothe Funeral Home, 2100 Westbank Expressway, Harvey, LA, 6:00-9:00 p.m. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend a Funeral Mass to be celebrated at St. Patrick's Catholic Church, Port Sulphur, LA on Monday, April 7, 2008 at 11:00 a.m. Internment also at St. Patrick's immediately following Mass. A reception to celebrate his life will be held at Woodland Plantation after the services. The family has requested that in lieu of flowers, a donation to St. Patrick's Church would be greatly appreciated. Times Picayune 04/5/2008. **************************************** 000931 Zapata - Carlos Roberto Zapata, Sr., passed away on Tuesday, April. 8, 2008. Beloved husband of 57 years to Eda Cordova Zapata; loving father of Carlos Roberto Zapata, Jr., Mario Zapata and his former wife Margot and Javier Zapata and his wife Derlene; grandfather to Christina Zapata, Amanda Zapata, Javier "Ben" Zapata and his wife Amanda, Gaby Aguilera, Renda Ruiz, Edita Zapata, Stephanie Zapata and Natalie Zapata; and great grandfather to Magnus Zapata Loue. He was preceded in death by his mother, Ernestina Castillio Zapata; his father, Phillipe Zapata; and two brothers, Edgardo and Francisco Zapata. Age 77 years. A native of Le Ceiba, Honduras and a resident of Covington, LA for the past 2 years. Please rejoice with us as our Beloved Carlos was a born again Christian and is now with Our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ! Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the Funeral Services on Sunday, April 13, 2008 at 3:00 PM from the Chapel at E.J. Fielding Funeral Home Inc., 2260 W. 21st. Ave., Covington, LA 70433. Visitation will be on Saturday, April 12, 2008 from 6:00 to 8:00 PM and on Sunday, April 13, 2008 from 1:00 to 3:00 PM. Interment will follow in Pinecrest Memorial Gardens. Sign Guest Book online at www.ejfieldingfh.com Times Picayune 04/11/2008 **************************************** 000932 Zoll - Rosalie Zoll, beloved wife of Carl Zoll, Jr. for 42 years, died on Saturday, April 19, 2008 following a brief illness. Rosie was the loving mother of Michelle Kleyle (husband, Gordon) and Carl Michael Zoll III and her special daughter-in-heart (law), Mary Zoll. She was so proud of and cherished her grandchildren: Alisha Bertrand, Dillan Kleyle, Brandon and Carly Zoll and step-grandchildren: Jennifer and Cindy Kleyle. She was devoted to her mother, Anna Stone Musser; sister, Pat Musser Brooks; and brother, Tom Musser, Jr. Her sisters-in-law and brothers-in-law also held a special place in her heart. Rosie was aunt to numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her father, Thomas Musser, Sr.; and sister, Jeanette Musser Authement. Rosie grew up in New Orleans, LA and moved to Poplarville, MS in 1984 which became her home. Family and friends are invited to attend a Memorial Gathering from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. on Sunday, April 27, 2008 at the lake at 44 In- Law Lane, Poplarville, MS. Please feel free to dress casually. In lieu of flowers, please include us in your thoughts and prayers. Times Picayune 04/22/2008. ****************************************