Abstract Articles From Washington Parish's Era Leader in
Franklinton, Louisiana 1971-80
Washington Parish, Louisiana
Submitted by Bonnie Dier
Date: June 7, 2016

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ABSTRACT ARTICLES FROM WASHINGTON PARISH'S
ERA LEADER IN FRANKLINTON, LOUISIANA 1971-1980
BY: BONNIE DIER, FRANKLINTON, LA.  70438

1-14-1971
Robinson, James L., brother of Mrs. Denman D. Ott, died Jan 9th at the age of 82.  He was a resident at The Hermitage, Methodist Nursing Home in Alexandria, VA.  His wife, Mable Wheatley Robinson, preceded him in death in 1967.  
Williams, Shelby R., age 70, passed away Jan. 13th at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment will be in the Jones Cemetery.  He is survived by two brothers and seven sisters.
1-21-1971
Brumfield, May.  Mrs. Myrt McElveen and Dudley motored to Biloxi, MS on Sunday to attend the wake of Mrs. May Brumfield.
Corkern, William Otis, 79 years old.  Death came on January 16th at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the Sharon Church Cemetery.  He was a resident of Route 4 Franklinton.  He is survived by three sons, one daughter and one brother.
Grantham, Henry Edward, 65, died January 18th at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the Nobles Cemetery.  He was a resident of 19th Ave. and is survived by his widow, Mina McBeth Grantham, one son, two daughters, two sisters and six grandchildren.
Hull, Henry L., 44 years old and a native of East Baton Rouge Parish.  Funeral services held January 17th in Baton Rouge, with interment in the Greenoaks Memorial Park.  He was a Navy veteran of World War II.  Survivors are his widow, Lanell King Hull, a native of Franklinton, the daughter of Mrs. C. H. King; his mother, Dell Hull, three sons, a daughter and two sisters.
Husser, Johnnie Marion, 69, a native of Franklinton and resident of Roseland, died January 15th in a New Orleans hospital.  Interment held in the Canaan Cemetery.  He is survived by his widow, Ozzie Ellen Mulina Husser, one son, three daughters, one brother, five sisters, twenty-one grandchildren, seven great grandchildren.
Miller, Wilma Pearl, 68 and resident of Bickham Street, died January 18th in Riverside Medical Center.  Interment held in the Ellis Cemetery.  He is survived by husband, Oscar Ray Miller, 1 daughter, 1 brother, 1 grandchild.
Rollins, Robert L., died Tuesday in the Southwest General Hospital.  Final rites were conducted January 14th from Catchings Funeral Home in McComb, MS.  Mr.  Rollins was born July 15, 1886 in Lincoln County; he was a resident of McComb until moving to Summit, where he was living at the time of his death.  Survivors are 2 sons, 1 sister, 2 grandchildren and 1 great grandchild.
Stafford, Norman James (Pompey), age 74 years.  Graveside services were held in Fisher Cemetery.  He died January 14th at McGehee Clinic.  Survivors are his widow, Etna Lindsey Stafford, 2 sons, 2 daughters, 1 brother and 5 grandchildren.
1-28-1971
Bickham, Miss Edith, age 70, died January 26th at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment held in the Ellis Cemetery.  She is survived by her mother, Lela B. Bickham, 1 brother, 1 sister, 3 nephews.
Carroll, Reuben R., age 62, died January 21st.  He was a resident of Rt. 1, Varnado.  Interment held in the Jones Cemetery.  Survivors are his widow, Ruby Williams Carroll, 2 brothers, 1 sister.
Foil, Bessie Sylvest, age 80 and lifelong resident of Washington Parish, passed away January 22 in New Orleans.  Interment was held in the Fisher Cemetery.  Survivors are her husband, John Ernest Foil, 2 daughters, 3 sisters, 7 grandchildren and 7 great grandchildren.
Magee, Geneva M., age 55 and former resident of Franklinton, died January 22 at Lane Memorial Hospital in Zachary.  Interment was held in Ellis Cemetery.  Survivors are her husband, Sidney J. Magee, 2 sons, her father, Harvey Russell of Marion, ILL and 3 grandchildren.
2-4-1971
Rogers, Murl Andrew (Bill), age 65, died January 29th at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was held in the Magee Cemetery near Lawrence Creek Baptist Church.  Survivors are his mother, Mrs. Louis Rogers, 4 daughters, 1 brother, 3 sisters and 10 grandchildren.
Fricke, Henry C., age 61, died January 31st.  Interment was held in Ellis Cemetery.  Survivors are his widow, Hilda Nell Fricke, 2 sons, 1 daughter, 1 brother, 5 sisters.
Varnado, A. B., died January 29th in Beecham’s Hospital in Magnolia, MS.  Interment was in the Mt. Zion Baptist Church in Osyka, MS.  He was a U. S. Army World War II veteran.  Survivors are his widow, Ivy V. Varnado, 2 daughters, 2 sisters, 4 brothers and 4 grandchildren.
Springs, Mrs. Nell, of Amite.  She is the mother of Wilfred Springs and sister of Velma Bahm.  Funeral services were held at McNeely Funeral Home in Amite on Tuesday.  Funeral rites were held on Wednesday.  Interment was in Springs Cemetery.
2-11-1971
Bickham, Mouton.  He died February 10th at McGehee Clinic.
Lebo, Wilford, age 65, of Mt. Hermon, died at his residence Thursday morning.  Final rites were held on February 6th from the Pleasant Hill Baptist Church, with interment following in the Pleasant Hill Cemetery.  Survivors are his widow, Evelyn Lebo, 1 son, 3 daughters, 2 brothers, 5 sisters and 6 grandchildren.
Corkern, Wilton C, age 56, died February 6th at his home on Alford Street.  Interment was held in Ellis Cemetery.  Mr. Corkern was a Veteran of World War II.  Survivors are his widow, Ruth Tynes Corkern, 2 sons, 1 daughter, his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Charles A. Corkern of Bogalusa.
Watts, France Wiley, Jr., age 55, died February 4th at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was held in the Ellis Cemetery.  Survivors are his wife, Elizabeth Ott Watts, 3 sons, 2 daughters and 4 grandchildren.
Stevens, Winston Alton, age 59, died at his home on Rt. 4, Franklinton, on February 2nd.  Interment held in the Ellis Cemetery.  Survivors are his widow, Mae K. Stevens, 1 daughter, 3 brothers, 2 sisters and 2 grandchildren.
Myles, Viola F, age 45, died February 17th at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment held in the Wallace Cemetery.  Survivors are her husband, Earlie Hayward Myles and her mother, Bessie Scarbough.
Rester, Ellis, age 63 of Rt. 2 Franklinton.  He was a native of Washington Parish and died at his home in the Oak Grove community.  Funeral services were conducted February 4th from Brown Funeral Home in Bogalusa, followed by Interment in the Rester Cemetery.  Survivors are 4 brothers and 4 sisters.
Smith, Fleet Eugene, age 82, died February 6th at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was held in the Bogue Chitto Baptist Church cemetery.  Survivors are 4 sons, 3 daughters, 1 brother, 3 sisters, 27 grandchildren, 42 great grandchildren and 1 great, great grandchild.
Strahan, Ottis C., age 40, died February 5th.  His body lay in state at the home of his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Murphy Strahan on Parker Street in Franklinton.  Final rites were conducted at the Spring Hill Baptist Church with interment in the church cemetery.  He was a veteran of the Korean War.  Survivors are his parents, 2 brother, 2 daughters and 3 sisters.
2-18-1971
Graves, Harry, 52, of Houston and native of Franklinton, died February 14th in Veterans’ Hospital in Houston, TX.  Interment in the Hays Creek Cemetery.  Survived by 1 daughter, 2 brothers, 3 sisters.
Bickham, Alexander Mouton, 68 years old, died February 10th at McGehee Clinic.  He was a resident of Main Street.  Mr. Bickham was born in Franklinton on January 30, 1903 to Houston D. and Lela Babington Bickham.  He served as Mayor of Franklinton for 22 years.  
Morgan, Paul Virgil, age 76 and former Franklinton resident, died February 13th at the Mission East Nursing Home in Kansas City, Missouri.  Survivors are his widow, Mary Dean Passman Morgan, 5 sons, 1 daughter, 1 brother, 2 sisters and 9 grandchildren.
Newman, Louis Monroe, age 65, died February 11th at his home in Pine.  He was a native of Varnado.  Interment is in the Lewis-Crain Cemetery.  Survivors are 1 daughter, 2 sons, 4 sisters, 3 brothers, 9 grandchildren and 2 great grandchildren.
Wilkes, Vanda A., age 80, died February 13th in Baton Rouge General Hospital.  She was a native of Washington Parish and resident of Mt. Hermon.  Interment was held in the Mt. Pisgah Baptist Church Cemetery.  Survivors are her 4 sons, 5 daughters, 1 brother, 1 sister, 35 grandchildren and 62 great grandchildren.
Fiorello, Paul, a resident of Rt. 3 Franklinton, died February 14th at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was held in the Pleasant Hill Cemetery.  Survivors are his widow, Lillian James Fiorello, 3 brothers and 1 sister.
2-25-1971
Cox, Infant.  The infant son of Mr. and Mrs. Kinell R. Cox of Stoney Point, died February 21st at Riverside Medical Center.  Religious rites held at Stoney Point Baptist Church.  Survivors are his parents  and grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Q. D. Bond and Mr. and Mrs. Leo Cox.
Crain, Jimmy, age 33, died February 18th in the U. S. Naval Hospital in Charles, South Caroline.  He was a native of Route 5 Franklinton.  He served 16 years of active duty with the Navy.  Final rites were conducted at the Crain’s Creek Baptist Church in the Crain’s Creek Community.  Survivors are his widow, Rena Crain, 1 daughter, 1 step son, 1 step daughter, his parents, Mrs. Anna M. Crain and Mr. Aldon Crain, 2 sisters and 3 brothers.
Dillon, Carl, age 60 and resident of Rt. 1 Mt. Hermon, died February  18th.  Survivors are his widow, Lucy Hill Dillon, 2 sons, 3 daughters, 3 sisters and 6 grandchildren.
Foil, Hazel Richardson, age 81, died February 21st in the Community Medical Center in Bogalusa.  Graveside rites were held at Fisher Cemetery.  She was a native of Franklinton, and survived by her husband, T. Ed Foil, 3 brothers and 4 sisters.
O’Dell, Roy, age 60, died February 23rd at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was held in the Ellis Cemetery.  Mr. O’Dell was a native of Mississippi and a resident of Franklinton.  Survivors are his widow, Mildred Knight O’Dell, 1 son, 1 daughter, 3 grandchildren, nieces and nephews.
3-4-1971
Carson, Felder (Speedy) Jasper, age 37, died February 28th.  Interment was in the Mt. Hermon Cemetery.  Survivors are his widow, Mercedes Theriot Carson, 3 sons,  his mother, Allean Carson, 2 brothers and 6 sisters.
Jones, Jack Allen, age 54, died February 24th in the Washington St. Tammany Hospital.  He was a veteran of World War II.  Interment was in the Williams Cemetery in Isabel.  Survivors are his widow, Clara Toney Jones, 1 son, his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Theodore Jones, 2 brothers and 2 sisters.
Knight, Otto Purcell, age 71, died February 26th at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was held in the Ellis Cemetery.  Survivors are his widow, Ina R. Knight, 2 sons, 4 daughters, 1 brother, 3 sisters, 15 grandchildren and 2 great grandchildren.
Talley, Bessie Jones, age 74, native of Washington Parish and resident of Rt. 4 Franklinton, died March 1st in the Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in Talley’s Chapel Cemetery.  Survivors are 2 sons, 2 daughters, 11 grandchildren and 6 great grandchildren.
3-11-71
Alford, Emma Miller, age 85, of Rt. 2 Mt. Hermon,  passed away March 1st at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the Bogue Chitto Baptist Church Cemetery.  She is survived by husband, Wiley B. Alford, 3 sons, 2 daughters, 7 brothers, 12 grandchildren and 28 great grandchildren.
Kliesch, George V., age 65, of Kentwood, died March 4th in Pike’s Memorial Hospital.  Interment was in Woodlawn Cemetery in Kentwood.  Survivors are his widow, Lillie Osten Kliesch, 1 daughter, 1 son, 2 grandchildren, 5 brothers and 2 sisters.
Reviere, Jo Ellen, age 17, died March 6th where she accidently downed at her home in Franklinton.  Interment was held in the Strahan Cemetery.  She was a member of the senior class at Franklinton High School.  She is survived by her parents, Mr. and Mrs. George W. Reviere, 1 brother, 2 sisters, grandmothers Mrs. Hester Reviere and Mrs. Ida Mizell.
3-18-1971
Byrd, Robert Yancey, age 87, died March 12th at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment and graveside Masonic rites were held at Letchworth Cemetery.  Survivors are 1 son, 1 daughter, 3 brothers, 9 grandchildren and 5 great grandchildren.
Dillon, Otto Leroy, age 68 and resident of Route 6 Franklinton, died March 13th at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was held in the Warner Cemetery.  Survivors are his wife, Mrs. Otto (Ara) Dillon, 3 daughters, 1 brother, 3 sisters, grandchildren and 1 great grandchild.
Nitz, Leatrice James, age 43, died March 13th at her home in Denham Springs.  She was a former Franklinton resident.  Interment was held in the Ellis Cemetery.  Survivors are her husband Edward W. Nitz, 1 brother, and her mother, Althea James McCain.
Tate, Mrs. James.  All of us, through this column extend our heartfelt sympathy to the Tate family.
Bulloch, Gerald.  All of us, through this column extend our heartfelt sympathy to the Bulloch family.
Dillon, O. L.  All of us, through this column extend our heartfelt sympathy to the family of Mr. O. L. Dillon.
Tate, Mrs. Jane Wilcox, age 52 of New Orleans.  She died March 12th in Touro Infirmary in New Orleans.  Interment was in the Mt. Hermon Cemetery.  Survivors are her husband, Dr. James E. Tate of New Orleans and a native of Washington Parish, one daughter and her mother, Mrs. Elizabeth Sands of Atlantic City, New Jersey and two grandchildren.
3-25-1971
Davis, Hance L., age 64, of Baton Rouge, died March 17th in Tylertown, MS after becoming ill at the home of his sister, Mrs. Wilma Yarborough.  Graveside rites were conducted at the Ellis Cemetery.  She was a native of Tylertown.  Survivors are his widow, Mrs. Bessie Bateman Davis, formerly of Franklinton, one son, one daughter, three grandchildren, 2 brothers, 3 sisters.
Holden, Carrie F., age 70, died March 20th at the home of her son, Earl Holden, Jr. of Rt. One, Varnado.  Religious rites were conducted from the Sharon Baptist Church, Amite.  She was a former resident of Route Two, Amite.  Survivors are seven sons, three brothers, three sisters, thirty eight grandchildren, and fourteen great grandchildren.
Miller, Mary F, age 82, died Monday in the Community Medical Center in Bogalusa.  She is survived by one daughter, four sons, two sisters, thirteen grandchildren, twenty eight great grandchildren and one great, great grandchild.  Interment was in the Fisher Cemetery.
Tullos, Eva Magee, age 88, died March 16th at the Community Medical Center in Bogalusa.  Interment held in the Springhill Cemetery.  Survivors include: one son, one sister, one brother, five grandchildren and six great grandchildren.
4-1-1971
Bates, Henry Frank, Sr., age 56, died March 28th in the Seventh Ward Hospital in Hammond.  A former resident of Franklinton and a World War II Veteran, he was residing in Hammond.  Interment was in the Stevens Cemetery in Independence.  He is survived by his widow, one son, a step son, four daughters, four sisters, three brothers, nine grandchildren.
Miller, Robert Willie, age 55, died at his home in the Bogue Chitto Community on March 25th.  Survivors are his widow, Mrs. Era McDaniel Miller, two sons, one daughter, one sister, eight grandchildren.
Crain, Lavon, age 52, died March 27th at Ochsner’s Foundation Hospital in New Orleans.  A native of Washington Parish and a resident of Franklinton.  Interment was in the Crain Cemetery at State Line.  Survivors are his widow, Nina DeWolf Crain, three sons, one daughter, two brothers, five sisters and one grandchild.
Passman, Luby, age 74, died March 29th at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the San Pedro Cemetery.  Survivors are her husband, Arelious Passman, two sons, one daughter, two brothers, three sisters, six grandsons and one great grandchild.
McElveen, Quinlon S., age 36, died April 5th at Riverside Medical Center.  A resident of Mt. Hermon.  Interment was in the Jenkins Cemetery.  Survivors are his widow, Bobbie Wilkes McElveen, one son, three daughters, his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Samuel L. McElveen, one brother, and one sister.
Adams, Mrs. Charlie (Margaine), age 66, died April 7th at her home in Route Three Franklinton.  Interment was in the New Zion Cemetery in Tylertown, MS.  Survivors are her husband, Charlie Adams, one daughter, three sons, two sisters, three brothers, twenty grandchildren.
4-15-1971
Blackwell, Eudine, died April 10th at his home in Tylertown, MS.  Funeral services were held April 11th.  Interment was in the Tylertown Cemetery.  Survivors are his wife, Odeal Blackwell, one son, three sisters, three brothers and grandchildren.
Erwin, Clyde Edward, age 55, died April 9th at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was held at the Mt. Pisgah Baptist Church Cemetery.  Survivors are his widow, Ouida Erwin, one son, two daughters, three brothers, three grandchildren, three sisters.
4-29-1971
Abney, Horace Z. (Butch), age 70 and former Franklinton resident, died April 20th at the Buena Vista Nursing Home in Bunkie, LA.  Interment was held in ___rgreen, LA.  Survivors are his wife, Eleanor Keen Abney, one son, six daughters, eighteen grandchildren and one great grandchild, numerous brothers and sisters.
Burch, Belah J., age 79, died April 26th at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the Bogue Chitto Baptist Church cemetery.  He was a resident of the Mt. Hermon community.  Survivors are his wife, Rosa Burch, one daughter, two sons, one brother, one sister, nine grandchildren.
Givens, Audis.  He died April 26th at his home on Star Route Kentwood.  Survivors are his widow, Lelia White Givens, two sons, three daughters, three sisters, five brothers and eight grandchildren.
5-6-1971
We wish to extend our sympathy to the family of Miss Inez Alford, who was killed in a train and car wreck last week.
Mr. and Mrs. Louis Schilling attended funeral services for her cousin, Relious Berryhill of McComb, on Thursday.  Mr. Berryhill was buried in the Mt. Hermon Cemetery.
Brumfield, Jack, age 71, died May 3rd at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the Bethel Cemetery.  Survivors are his widow, Willie James Brumfield, one daughter, two brothers, and three sisters.
Crain, Ewell E., died May 1st at McGehee Clinic.  Interment was in the Smith Cemetery.  A Resident of Route Two Franklinton, he was 63 years of age and is survived by his widow, Dixie Adams Crain, one son, three daughters, four brothers, six sisters, thirteen grandchildren.
Hennesy, Lula, age 89, died May 1st at the Pike Memorial Hospital in Kentwood.  Interment was in the Stoney Point Cemetery.  A resident of Route Three in the Stoney Point Community, survivors are two sons, two daughters, one brother, one sister, six grandchildren, fifteen great grandchildren, three great, great grandchildren.
Morgan, Claiborne, age 58, died Wednesday at Riverside Medical Center.  Final rites were held May 6th, from the San Pedro Baptist Church with interment in the Wallace Cemetery.  Survivors are his widow, Wilda Givens Morgan, three sons, one daughter, two brothers, one sister, and five grandchildren.
Stogner, Lela Drummond, age 63, a resident of Route Two Franklinton, died April 27th at Riverside Medical Center.  Final rites were conducted at the Enon Baptist Church with interment in the Magee Cemetery.  Survivors are her husband, Thomas Stogner, four sons, one daughter, one brother, two half brothers, two sisters, eight grandchildren.
5-13-1971
Creel, Audrey, age 48, died May 6th at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the Acey’s Creek Cemetery.  Survivors are her husband, Buford Creel, one son, three daughters, her father, Charles M. Magee, one brother, one sister and ten grandchildren.
Meyn, Walter Allen, age 29 of Amite, was killed May 6th.  Meyn’s body lay in state at the McKneely Funeral Home in Amite with services at the Friendship Baptist Church.  Interment was in the Sylvest Cemetery.  Survivors are his widow, Louise Reeves Meyn, a son, his mother, Ethel Mixon Meyn, his maternal grandmother, Louis Mixon and paternal grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Henry Meyn.
5-20-1971
Barros, Frank Albert Jr., age 9.  Final rites were conducted from the Marshall Funeral Home in Aransas Pass, TX on May 15th.  Interment in the Aransas Cemetery.  Survivors are his parents, Margaret Pfrimmer Cummings and Frank Albert Baros, two sisters, his grandmother, Ruby Pfrimmer.
Mizell, Dolphe Leroy, age 77, of Route One Bogalusa, died May 14th at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the Palestine Cemetery.  Survivors are his wife, Beatrice Brumfield Mizell, one daughter, five brothers, one sister and two granddaughters.
Pounds, Luna (Polly), age 70, died May 16th at Heritage Manor in Franklinton.  Interment was in the Stoney Point Baptist Church.  Survivors are her husband, William Acy Pounds, three brothers, one sister.
Tullos, Beatrice, age 88, died May 12th at Hood Memorial Hospital in Amite.  Interment was in Crain’s Creek Cemetery at State Line.  A native of Washington Parish and former Franklinton resident, she is survived by five sons, five daughters, one sister, thirteen grandchildren, sixteen great grandchildren.
6-2-1971
Ard, Cleve, age 73, died in Pike Memorial Hospital in Kentwood on May 26th.  Interment was in the Mixon Cemetery in Tangipahoa Parish.  A native of Washington Parish, he is survived by his widow, Marie Gill Ard, two brothers, three sisters and a grandson.  Preceded in death by a daughter, Yvonne Fortenberry.
Pearce, Mrs. Furman B., age 84, died June 1st in Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the Metairie Cemetery.  A native of Sunset, LA, she had resided in New Orleans since her marriage in 1910.  Survivors are two daughters, two brothers, one sister, six grandchildren and eight great grandchildren.
Hasselquist, Rose Alford, age 77, and native of Sunny Hill, LA, died May 13th.  A resident of New Orleans for fifty three years, she is the wife of Raymond A. Hasselquist.  Interment was in the Masonic Cemetery.
Williams, Herman Pinkney, age 76, died May 26th at Riverside Medical Center.  He was a native of Bush and resident of Route One Bogalusa.  He was a veteran of World War I.  Survivors are his widow, two daughters, one sister, and two grandchildren.
6-10-1971
Alford, Ann, age 82, died June 3rd at Riverside Medical Center.  She was a lifelong resident of Washington Parish and the Sunny Hill community, and was the widow of Elmer O. Alford.  Survivors are three sons, one half-brother.  Interment was in the Roberts Cemetery.
Mizell, Myrtis Jones, died at Riverside Medical Center.  Final rites were held June 9th.  Interment was in the Palestine Baptist Church Cemetery.  Survivors are her husband, S. C. Mizell, two sons, one daughter, six grandchildren, one brother and five sisters.
Page, Wincie Burris, 76, died June 17th at Rest Haven Nursing Home in Bogalusa.  She was a native of Washington Parish.  Interment was in the Ellis Cemetery.  Survivors are her husband, W. A. (Bunkie) Page, one sister,, two brothers, one daughter, and one grandchild.  Preceded in death was a brother, W. O. Burris.
6-17-1971
Bateman, Herbert, age 75, died June 11th at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the Ellis Cemetery.  He was a native of Franklinton, and is survived by his widow, Wilda Creek Bateman, one son,  two daughters, four brothers, and four sisters.
Crain, Albert, age 72, died June 18th at Riverside Medical Center.  He is survived by three daughters, eight brothers.
Creel, Ernest, age 74, died June 10th at Riverside Medical  Center.  Interment was held in the Thomas Cemetery.  Survivors are four sons, one daughter, one brother, two grandchildren, and 12 step grandchildren.
Fussell, Marvin, age 84, native of Washington Parish and resident of Kentwood, died June 10th.  Interment was in the Fisher Cemetery.  Survivors are three children.
Fussell, Otis, age 71, was killed by Lightning on June 9th.  Interment was held in the Enon Cemetery.  He is survived by his widow, Velma M. Fussell, three sons, two daughters, five brothers, four sisters, three grandchildren and four great grandchildren.
Fussell, Mrs. Daryle (Katherine Cowart), age 31, was killed by lightning on June 9th.  Interment was in the Enon Cemetery.  Survivors are her husband, parents, Mr. and Mrs. Sidney D. Cowart, three sons, two daughters, one brother and two sisters.
6-24-1971
Jones, Bolivar, age 87, died June 17th at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the Morris Cemetery in Franklinton.  He was a pioneer resident of Washington Parish and is survived by three sons, one sister, eleven grandchildren and six great grandchildren.
Carter, Jack, age 59, died June 20th in a Bogalusa Hospital.  Interment was in the Ellis Cemetery.  A resident of Avenue I in Bogalusa and former resident of Franklinton, he is survived by one son, his mother, Mrs. John F. Carter of Enon, two brothers, three sisters.
Howe, Frances Varnado, age 73 and native of New Orleans, died in the St. Tammany Hospital on June 17th.  She was a resident of Tenth Avenue in Franklinton.  Interment was in the Lake Forest Cemetery where her late husband was buried in 1942.  Survivors are four brothers, three sisters and numerous nieces and nephews.
Knight, G. Alton, age 83 and resident of Route Four, Franklinton, died June 17th at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was held in the Ellis Cemetery.  Survivors are two sons, one daughter, three sisters, three grandchildren and three great grandchildren.
Strahan, Essie Luper, age 26, died June 16th in the Walthall County Hospital in Tylertown, MS.  Interment was in the Poplar Head Baptist Church Cemetery.  Survivors are her husband, James W. Strahan and two brothers.
Toney, Sam.  He was a resident of the Star Hill community and passed away June 17th at Riverside Medical Center.  He is survived by his wife, ____ Phillips Toney, three granddaughters, one brother and six great grandchildren.
Waskom, Lenora D., age 72, died June 20th at the Walthall County Hospital.  Interment was in the Bonner Creek Baptist Church Cemetery.  Survivors are her husband, Ancil F. Waskom, three sons, one daughter, a half sister, ten grandchildren and five great grandchildren.
7-1-1971
Tynes, Charles, age 76.  He was a veteran of World War I.  Interment was in the Tynes Cemetery at State Line.  Survivors are two daughters, six grandchildren and one great grandchild.  His wife was the former Louella Painter Tynes, who preceded him in death by three years.
7-15-1971
Barber, Infant.  Son of Mr. and Mrs. Bobby Earl Barber of Route Five Franklinton.  Graveside rites were held July 11th.  Interment was in the Bonner Creek Baptist Church Cemetery.  Survivors are his parents, his grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Frank Barber and Mr. and Mrs. Travis Sandifer.
Dykes, Glen, age 75, and resident of Mt. Hermon, died July 7th at Pike’s Memorial Hospital in Kentwood.  Interment was in the Roberts’ Cemetery.  Survivors are three sisters, two brothers and numerous nieces and nephews.
McIlwain, Bertha S., age 80, died July 12th in Baton Rouge.  She was a former resident of Enon, where her late husband, George L. McIlwain was principal of the school for many years.  Interment was in the Enon Church Cemetery.  Survivors are one son, one sister, two grandson, one granddaughter and four great grandchildren.
7-22-1971
Bickham, Ralph W., age 55, died July 5th.  Rites were conducted from the Largo Chapel of Feaster Memorial Homes followed by interment in Serenity Gardens Memorial Park in Largo, Florida.  He is the son of Mrs. Willie Smith of Warnerton.
Brock, Mary.  Mrs. Rose Burch and Mrs. Ollie Miller attended the funeral services in Tylertown on Sunday for Miss Mary Brock.  She is the daughter of the late Seymore and Thania Simmons Brock of Dyson.
Holmes, Freddie R., age 66, died June 18th in the Walthall County General Hospital in Tylertown.  He was a resident of Mt. Hermon.  Interment was in the Haley-Warner Cemetery.  Survivors are his wife, Hattie Barber Holmes, his mother, Mrs. Ada C. Holmes, one sister and a large number of nieces and nephews.
Miller, Houston Robert, age 69, died July 15 at the Villa Feliciana Nursing Home in Jackson, Louisiana.  Interment was in the Fisher Cemetery.  Survivors are two sons, three daughters, one brother, four sisters, and fourteen grandchildren.
Polk, Herman, age 61, died July 16th at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the Bethel Church cemetery.  Survivors are his wife, Marie Fricke Polk, one daughter, four brothers, three grandchildren and one great grandchild.
Warren, Lula, age 76, died July 19th in Riverside Medical Center.  She was a native of Washington Parish and a resident of Route Five, Franklinton.  Interment was in the Nobles’ Cemetery.  Survivors are five sons, two daughters, one brother, one sister, thirty-five grandchildren and thirty-three great grandchildren.
7-29-1971
Thomas, Charles Kelly, age 20, died July 28th in Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the Thomas Cemetery.  Survivors are his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Kelly Thomas and five brothers.
Morgan, Clyde.  Sunday afternoon, Wyatt Smith attended funeral rites for Clyde Morgan at Pine Grove.  His mother was the late Lovey Smith Morgan, a native of Warnerton.
Fussell, Rankin H., age 55, and veteran of World War II, died Wednesday in the Veterans Hospital in Dallas, TX.  He was a native of Washington Parish and resided in Tyler, TX for the past several years.  Burial was in the Jennings Mountain Cemetery near Brownsboro, TX.  Survivors are his wife, Nina Fussell Tyler, one daughter, two step-sons, two step-daughters, one brother, one sister and his mother, Evie Fussell of Franklinton.
Thomas, Murphy J., age 80, died July 21 in Walthall County General Hospital.  Interment was in the Oral Cemetery in the Dexter Community.  Survivors are his widow, Rosetta Ard Thomas, one son, one daughter, one sister and three grandchildren.
Riley, R. J., age 75, died July 28th at Riverside Medical Center.  He was a resident of Pine.
Talley, Bascom D., age 55, died July 26th at his home on Mississippi Avenue in Bogalusa.  Interment was in the Ponemah Cemetery.  Survivors are his widow, Imogene Wilson Talley, a daughter, three sons, and one sister.
Welch, James Denman, age 50, died July 20th in Chico, California.  Interment was in the Morris Cemetery in Franklinton.  He is the son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Fred Welch.  Survivors are his widow, Agnes Heath Welch, two daughters, three sons, seven grandchildren and two half brothers.
8-5-1971
Crain, Dalton.  He died June 26th in the Morehouse General Hospital in Bastrop.  Interment was in the Christ Church Cemetery.  Survivors are his wife, Wanzie Kennedy Crain, one son, one daughter, four brothers, and four sisters.
Riley, Robert J, age 74, died July 28th at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the Mt. Pisgah Cemetery.  Survivors are his wife, Doyce Alford Riley, two sons, two daughters, three brothers, three sisters, and six grandchildren.
8-19-1971
Strahan, Flemon R.  He was former of Franklinton, but a resided in Baton Rouge.  He died August 9th in the Baton Rouge General Hospital.  Interment was in the Roselawn Memorial Park in Baton Rouge.  He was a veteran of World War I.  Survivors are his wife, Mattie Pollard Strahan, one son, one daughter, one step-son, two sisters, four brothers, twelve grandchildren and one great grandchild.
Bateman, Louis, age 65.  He had been missing since July 21st and found August 12th in a loft of a barn.  He was a native of Washington Parish and resided on Route Three Franklinton.  Interment was in the Mt. Pisgah Baptist Church Cemetery.  Survivors are: one son, two step-sons, three daughters, four brothers, and two sisters.
Smith, Miss Bessie, age 76, and native of Warner, died August 13th at Heritage Manor Nursing Home.  Interment was in the Smith Cemetery in Warnerton.  Survivors are one brother and one sister.
Thomas, Robert Edgar, age 60 and resident of the Crain Creek Community, died August 13th in the Walthall County General Hospital in Tylertown.  Interment was in the Thomas Cemetery in the Stateline Community.  Survivors are his wife, Rosener Hobgood Thomas, two sons, four daughters, one sister, two brothers, and thirteen grandchildren.
8-26-1971
Morris, Alton.  Alton Morris of Hillsdale near Amite, died at Greensburg Hospital on August 18th.
Schilling, Emmaline, age 79.  She was a resident of Williams Street, died August 18th at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the Corkern Cemetery.  Survivors are her husband, Arnold E. Schilling, three sons, five daughters, five brothers, numerous grandchildren and great grandchildren.
9-2-1971
Bickham, Lela Babington, age 93, died August 25th at Riverside Medical Center.  She was a native of Franklinton.  Interment was in the Ellis Cemetery.  Survivors are one daughter, three brothers, three sisters, three grandchildren and six great grandchildren.  She was preceded in death by children, Mouton Bickham, Houston Donald Bickham and Edith Bickham.
Fortenberry, Mrs. Latimore.  Funeral services were held for Mrs. Latimore Fortenberry in Kokomo, Mississippi on Friday afternoon.
Grace, Milburn.  Mr. and Mrs. Sam McElveen, Mr. and Mrs. Leo McElveen and Mrs. Bobby Earl McElveen attended funeral rites for their uncle, Milburn Grace at Beulah Church on Friday.
Westmoreland, Denman.  Mr. Reffie Holliday and Miss Jessie Lee Holliday attended the funeral of their cousin, Denman Westmoreland, in Baton Rouge on Tuesday.
Hunt, Ida Mae, age 70, died August 25th at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the Acey’s Creek Cemetery.  Survivors are five sons, three daughters, two brothers, thirty five grandchildren and eighteen great grandchildren.
Siebert, Mrs. Charles.  Attending the wake of Mrs. Charles Siebert, mother of Mrs. Roy Alford, in Amite were Mrs. Hardy Smith, Mr. and Mrs. Fleet Smith, Mr. and Mrs. Raymond Alford, Mrs. A. D. Alford, Mrs. Faye Ellen Simpson, Mrs. Jessie Simpson and Rev. H. B. Speights.  Going to the funeral on Saturday afternoon at the Arcola Presbyterian Church were Mr. and Mrs. Eulit Burch, Mrs. Rose Burch and Mrs. Essie Bickham.
9-9-1971
Bulloch, Minnie Penny, age 89, died September 5th at Riverside Medical Center.  She was a life-long resident of Stoney Point.  Interment was in the Stoney Point Cemetery.  Her husband, the late W. D. Bulloch, preceded her in death, as did three of her children: Mrs. Ozzie Bilbo, Lindsey D. Bulloch and Olan H. Bulloch.  Survivors are 9 children, one brother, five sisters, thirty-five grandchildren and thirty-seven great grandchildren.
Lewis, Elva Allen Lindsey, age 65 and native of Kentwood, died at her residence on August 28th.  Interment was in the Day’s Methodist Church Cemetery in Liverpool, Louisiana.  Survivors are one son, two brothers and four grandchildren.
Morris, Harlan.  Mr. and Mrs. R. L. Simmons and Mr. and Mrs. O. H. Dillon attended the wake of Mr. Harlan Morris at Bogalusa on Sunday night.  Mr. Morris will be buried at the Polk Morris Cemetery at Kentwood.
9-16-1971
Crain, Olivia Bickham, age 70, died at her home on the Pine Highway on September 12th.  She is a native of Washington Parish.  Interment was in the Ellis Cemetery.  Survivors are her husband, O. Pope Crain, one son, three daughters, two brothers, two sisters and six grandchildren.
9-23-1971
Bateman, Mrs. John Wesley (Bertha Spring), age 83, a native of Franklinton and resident of Baton Rouge, died September 19th at Fountain Lodge Nursing Home.  Interment was in Roselawn Memorial Cemetery.  She was preceded in death by a son, James Aswell Bateman and her husband, John Wesley Bateman.  Survivors are a daughter, two sons, five granddaughters, two great grandsons, one sister and three brothers.
Burch, Mima Foil, age 88, a life-long resident of Route One Mt. Hermon, died September 16th.  Interment was in the Mt. Pisgah Baptist Church Cemetery.  Survivors are four sons, four daughters, two brothers, twenty-one grandchildren and a number of great grandchildren.
McDonald, Clyde, age 48, a native of Washington Parish, died September 19th at his home in Pine.  Interment was in the new Gerald Cemetery at Pine.  He was a veteran of World War II.  Survivors are his mother, Allie McDonald, his wife, Vera McDonald, two sons, four daughters, three brothers, five sisters and one grandchild.
Nations, John, age 48 and a native of Hazlehurst, Mississippi and a resident of Yazoo City, was killed in an automobile accident near this home on September 16th.  Interment was in the Glenwood Cemetery in Yazoo City.  Survivors are his widow, Vesta Moore Nations, two daughters, his mother, Mrs. Willie Nations, six brothers, and three sisters.
9-30-1971
Davis, James R., age 73, died September 27th at his home on Bickham Street.  He was a native of Parkersburg, West Virginia.  Interment was in the Ellis Cemetery.  He was preceded in death by his wife, Jessie Lee Bateman, daughter of the late Jason and Lena Bateman.  Survivors are two brothers and one sister.
Dixon, Thelma.  She was the Washington Parish Librarian for eighteen years, and died September 29th at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment will be in Eastland, Texas.  Survivors are one sister and one brother.
Richardson, Alma Burris, age 63, died September 29th at her residence on Parker Street.  She was a native of Franklinton and the daughter of Martha (Matt) Wood and Robert L. Burris.  Survivors are her husband, Lamar M. Richardson, one son, two brothers and three sisters.  Interment was in the Ellis Cemetery.
Sandifer, Mrs. Flessie C., age 74, died September 25th at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the New Zion Cemetery in Tylertown.  Survivors are one son, one daughter, four sisters, five grandchildren and two great grandchildren.
Vance, R. C., a resident of Harrison Street in Franklinton, died September 27th in Philadelphia, Mississippi.  Survivors are his widow and one son.
Watson, Carlos R., age 56, Hermon.  Died September 21st at the home of his parents in Mt. Hermon.  Interment was in the Mt. Hermon Cemetery.  He is survived by his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Ellis Watson, two brothers, and two sisters.
10-7-1971
Arnold, Mrs. Hilda.  Mr. and Mrs. J. D. Miller attended funeral services for their niece, Mrs. Hilda Arnold in McComb on Sunday afternoon.  
Aydell, Richard L., age 23, died October 2nd at the family home on Route Five.  Interment was in the Midway Pentecostal Church Cemetery.  Survivors are his mother, Mary Gill Thomas, father, Lawrence W. Aydell, two brothers, two sisters and his grandmother, May Gill.
Casanova, Gertie Varnado, age 67, a native of Franklinton, born and reared in the Canaan and San Pedro community, died October 2nd at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the Seal Cemetery.  Survivors are her husband, Frank J. Casanova, one daughter, three brothers, six sisters and two grandchildren.
Edwards, Mrs. Jessie.  Last Wednesday, Mr. and Mrs. Louis Schilling visited at Pikes Memorial Clinic in Kentwood.  On Tuesday they had attended funeral services for Mrs. Schilling’s cousin, Mrs. Jessie Edwards in McComb.
Jenkins, Sherry, age 15, died October 1st at a Bogalusa Hospital.  Interment was in the Nobles Cemetery.  Survivors are her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Edgar Jenkins, three brothers, one sister, paternal grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Robert Jenkins.
Mylius, Henry Bernard, age 72, died October 3rd.  Interment was in the Prien Memorial Park Cemetery in Lake Charles.  The deceased was a native of Chattanooga, Tennessee and a World War I Veteran.  Survivors are his widow, Louise Norman Mylius, one son, two daughters, one brother, two sisters, and six grandchildren.
Vance, Royal Clifton, age 77, died at Neshoba County Hospital on September 27th.  He was born in Newton County.  Survivors are his widow, Lessie Vance, one daughter, one son and three grandchildren.
Norris, Miss Rubye.  Milford Miller arrived here Wednesday from his home in Fort Worth, Texas, for a visit with Mr. Jim Norris and other relatives.  On Thursday, Mr. Norris received word of the death of his sister, Miss Rubye Norris of Miami, Florida.  Burial was in Illinois.
10-14-1971
Brock, Melvin W., age 68, died October 9th in McGehee Clinic.  Interment was in the Ellis Cemetery.  He is survived by his widow, Gladys McMillan Brock, one son, three daughters, one sister, ten grandchildren and two great grandchildren.
Graves, Otis Erwin, age 56 and a native of Washington Parish, died October 6th at his home.  Interment was in the Acey’s Creek Baptist Church Cemetery.  Survivors are his widow, Mattie Graves, two sons, two daughters, three brothers, two sisters, and two grandchildren.
Hutsell, Melba Knight, age 45 and a native of Washington Parish, died October 6th at M. D. Anderson Hospital in Houston, Texas.  Interment was in the Ellis Cemetery.  Survivors are her husband, Eugene F. Hutsell, one son, one daughter, two brothers, and three sisters.
Lott, Edward, age 49, died October 6th. Interment was in the Rester Cemetery at Varnado.  Survivors are his widow, Mary Lott, four daughters, one step-daughter, two step-sons, three brothers, one sister, and eleven grandchildren.
Carpenter, Johnny T., age 57, and a resident of Mt. Hermon, died October 18th at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the McNeese Cemetery.
Phelps, John, age 49, and a resident of Lee Street, died October 6th.  Interment was in the Nobles Cemetery.  Survivors are his widow, Gertrude Phelps, three sons, six daughters, five brothers, two sisters and nine grandchildren.
Stegall, Mrs. C. O.  Word was received at the Mt. Hermon Baptist Church on Friday morning of the sudden death of Mrs. C. O. Stegall, wife of a former pastor at Mt. Hermon.  Mrs. Stegall was buried at their old home, Mars Hill on Saturday morning.
10-21-1971
Brumfield, M. C. (Crip), age 72, died October 19th at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the Spring Hill Baptist Church Cemetery.  Survivors are two sons, one daughter, his father, Morgan Brumfield, four brothers, one sister and seven grandchildren.
Dick, W. M., age 81, died October 15th at his home in Kentwood.  Interment was in the Kentwood Cemetery.  Survivors are his widow, Jessie Easley Dick, two sons and four grandsons.
Husser, Dean Seal, age 80, died October 13th in Lane Memorial Hospital in Zachary.  Interment was in the Canaan Baptist Church Cemetery.  Survivors are her three daughters, three sons, twenty-three grandchildren, fourteen great grandchildren, seven foster children, one sister and one brother.
Jones, ___en Edward, age 2_?,  and resident of Route Four, Tylertown, died October 17th.  Interment was in the Rushing Cemetery.  Survivors are his widow, Billie Jean Allen Jones, his father, Oscar W. Jones, his mother, Ola Mae Andrew, two brothers and two sisters.
Lewis, Ruby.  Last Wednesday, Mr. and Mrs. Louis Schilling attended funeral services for Mr. Schilling’s cousin, Miss Ruby Lewis at Spring Creek.
Self, Riley Melvin, age 35, a native of Ponchatoula, died October 16th in Baton Rouge General Hospital.  Interment was in the Mt. Hermon Cemetery.  Survivors are two sons, two brothers and one sister.
10-28-1971
McGatha, Paul, age 58, a native of Alabama, died October 22nd at Washington St. Tammany Charity Hospital.  He was a resident of Parker Street.  Interment was in the Nobles Cemetery.  Survivors are his widow, Minnie Spears McGatha, his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Jack McGatha, four brothers, and five sisters.
11-4-1971
Mills, Daisy Berry Hill, age 90, died October 27th in Pike Memorial Hospital in Kentwood.  Interment was in the Mt. Hermon Cemetery.  Survivors are one daughter, four step-daughters, one step-son, two granddaughters, seven great grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews.
Ricks, Tammy Jan, age 5, died October 13th near Chesbrough.  Interment was in the Bolivar Cemetery.  Survivors are her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Dale Bond, her grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Leo Ricks and Mr. and Mrs. William Brown, great grandmother, Mrs. Ada Ricks.
11-11-1971
Bannister, Mae, age 78, died November 6th at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the Ellis Cemetery.  Survivors are her husband, Excie C. Bannister, one son, two sisters, and one granddaughter.
Dillon, Leoda Alford Smith.  The wake and funeral at Hartmans Funeral Home in Tylertown.
Miller, Herman T., age 67, died November 2nd at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the Mt. Pisgah Baptist Church Cemetery.  Survivors are his widow, Zula Mae Miller, four sons, three daughters, three brothers, five sisters, eleven grandchildren and one great grandchild.
Smith, Leoda Alford, age 83, died in the Tylertown Hospital.  Final rites were conducted November 3rd, with interment in the Smith Family Cemetery.  She was preceded in death by her husband, William V. Smith and had resided in the old Brockdale area all of her life.  Survivors are one daughter, one step-daughter, three brothers, two sisters and ten grandchildren.
Wilcombe, Adrian Ingalls, age 84, died November 6th at Riverside Medical Center.  He was a native of Osyka, Mississippi, with his parents, John Everett and Helen Ingalls Wilcombe moved to Hammond, where he resided until he retired and moved to Franklinton.  Interment was in the Grace Memorial Episcopal Cemetery.  His widow, Dora Maude Johnson Wilcombe is the only survivor.
11-18-1971
Miller, Ontee S., age 65, died November 10th at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the Mt. Pisgah Baptist Church Cemetery.  Survivors are her husband, Elton (Jerry) Miller, two sons, three brothers, four sisters, and five grandchildren.
Simpson, Courtney Ginn.  Funeral services were at Centerville Church near Tylertown.  She was the mother of Hulon and B. L. Dillon.
11-25-1971
McLeland, Rev. J. Fred.  He was the pastor at the Enon Baptist Church during the thirties and worked earnestly with the congregation to erect and finance the stone sanctuary, died in Alexandria, LA on November 19th.
Pierre, Irene, age 59, died November 18th in Lallie Kemp Hospital in Independence.  Interment was in the Rushing Cemetery in Tylertown.  Survivors are her husband, Martin Pierre, son step-son, three daughters, one sister and ten grandchildren.
Spears, Hollis, age 56, died in McGehee Clinic on November 23rd.  Interment was in the Nobles Cemetery.  Survivors are his widow, Thelma Schilling Spears, seven brothers and four sisters.
Varnado, Alice Thelma, age 64, died at her home in Arabi on November 21st.  She was a native of Joplin, Missouri.  Interment was in the Varnado Cemetery.  Survivors are her husband, McCauley Iverson Varnado and one brother.
12-2-1971
Corkern, Theodore C., age 61, died November 26th at Washington St. Tammany Hospital.  Interment was in the Bonner Creek Cemetery.  Survivors are two brothers and one sister.
Husted, Gordon Morgan, age 75, died November 13th at Riverwood Convalescence Home in Arkadelphia, Arkansas.  Survivors are one son, three daughters, fifteen grandchildren and two great grandchildren.
Oppenheim, Sol M., age 77, died November 23rd in New York.  He was a native of New Orleans.  Interment was in Riverside Cemetery, in Lodi, New Jersey.  Survivors are his widow, Rose Cohen Oppenheim, three brothers, one being Mayer Oppenheim.  Preceded in death by a brother, Gus Oppenheim.
Sylvest, Cluster N, age 76, died November 27 at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the Bethel Cemetery.  Survivors are his widow, Lucille Snyder Sylvest, four sons, one daughter, one brother and fourteen grandchildren.
12-9-1971
Bryant, Sheila Faye, age four months and seven days, died December 6th at Riverside Medical Center.  She is the infant daughter of Mr. and Mrs. James Bryant.  Interment was in the old State Line Cemetery.  Survivors are her parents, a brother and sister, grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Wade Bahm and Mr. and Mrs. Harvey Bryant and great grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Matthew Bryant and Mrs. H. C. Bahm.
Creel, David, age 49, died November 30th.  Interment was in the Nobles Cemetery.  Survivors are two brothers and one sister.
Daniel, Kate Foil, former Franklinton resident, died December 3rd in Shreveport.  She was the daughter of the late Alice and George W. Foil and is survived by her husband, Joe B. Daniel, one son, four sisters and one brother.  She was preceded in death by brothers, Frank F., Odell E., Clyde, Daniel G., Dillard and W. E. (Shell) Foil.
Fussell, Evie S., age 87, a resident of the Fisher community, died December 11th at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the Fisher Cemetery.  Survivors are one son, one daughter, two sisters and seven grandchildren.
Gerald, Alton N., age 57, a resident of the Crain’s Creek Community, died December 12th at the Community Medical Center in Bogalusa.  Interment was in the Gerald Family Cemetery.  Survivors are his widow, Hazel Seal Gerald, four sons, two brothers, one sister and fourteen grandchildren.
Brooks, June.  She died December 1st at Hotel Dieu in New Orleans.  Final rites were conducted from Leitz-Eagan Funeral Home Chapel in New Orleans.  She is survived by five children and seven grandchildren.
Magee, Odra, age 52 and resident of Franklinton, died near Meadeville, Mississippi on December 5th.  The body will lay in state at the Sweet Home Church of Christ.  He is survived by his widow, Eugenia Magee and one son.
Pounds, William Acey, age 82, died December 2nd at Heritage Manor.  Interment was in the Stoney Point Cemetery.  Survivors are one brother.
Strahan, Bernette, age 91, was a former Mt. Hermon resident.  She died December 7th at Dixon Memorial Hospital in Denham Springs.  Interment was in the Strahan Cemetery.  Survivors are four sons, four daughters, one brother, thirty-eight grandchildren, sixty great grandchildren and eleven great, great grandchildren.
Thomas, Archie.  He was a life-long resident of the Thomas community and died December 12th in Riverside Medical Center.  He was a veteran of World War II and is survived by his widow, Earline Martin Thomas, three sons, three daughters, five brothers, one sister and nine grandchildren.
12-22-1971
Babington, John J. He was born in Franklinton on February 2nd, 1890 to the late William W. and Mima Magee Babington.  He died December 7th at Riverside Medical Center.  Survivors are two brothers and three sisters.  Burial was in the Ellis Cemetery.
Booty, James Williams, age 19, drowned October 28th near Transylvania, Louisiana, but his body was not recovered until December 20th.  Interment was in the Sunlight Baptist Church Cemetery.  Survivors are his mother, Mildred Jenkins, step father, Joseph Jenkins, one brother, four sisters, one step-brother, and three step-sisters.
Cooper, David, age 20 months.  He died Saturday at the Cooper Store just across the Bogue Chitto River.  Interment was in the Mt. Pisgah Baptist Church Cemetery.  Survivors are his mother, Linda McElveen Cooper, his father, A. J. Cooper, one brother, two sisters, and grandparents: Ernestine Cooper and Mr. and Mrs. J. Robert McElveen.
Daniel, Louis Tebo, age 91, died December 16th at Riverside Medical Center.  He was the son of pioneer Washington Parish residents, the late Elizabeth Wood and Alfred W. Daniels.  He is survived by his widow, Stella Gill Daniel, two sons, one daughter, five grandchildren and six great grandchildren.  Interment was in the Ellis Cemetery.
Stafford, Elroy, age 36, died December 21st at his residence on Fourteenth Ave.  Interment was in the Bonner Creek Cemetery.  Survivors are his widow, Barbara Garfield Stafford, a son, two daughters, his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Loyd W. Stafford and two sisters.
12-30-1971
Holmes, Mrs. Bennie (Mary), died December 25th in Rest Haven Nursing Home in Bogalusa.  Interment was in the Mt. Hermon Cemetery.  Survivors are three daughters, five grandchildren and twelve great grandchildren.
Knight, William Floyd, age 58, died at his home in the Springhill Community on December 27th.  Interment was in the Ellis Cemetery.  Survivors are his wife, Mildred H. Knight, two daughters, one brother, one sister and five grandchildren.
Smith, Emmette E., died December 25th at his home in Mt. Hermon.  Interment was in the Mt. Hermon Cemetery.  He was a native of Walthall County.  Survivors are his wife, Lee Schilling Smith, one daughter, two sisters and one brother.
1-6-1972

Brumfield, Noel Vincent, age 58.  He was a native of Kentwood, resident of Baton Rouge and veteran of World War II.  Mr. Brumfield died at Riverside Medical Center, final rites were held December 13th, with interment in the Beulah Cemetery near Bolivar.  Survivors are his wife, Bernice Addison Brumfield, two sons, three sisters, two brothers and a grandson.

Keating, Mabell, age 35, died January 1st in the Lallie Kemp Memorial Hospital in Independence.  Interment was in the Hayes Creek Baptist Church Cemetery.  Survivors are her husband, J. M. Keating, four daughters, two sons, her mother, Mrs. Loretha Burch, five step-brothers, and one step-sister.

Breland, Ottis, age 67, died December 28th near his home in Bastrop.  He was a former resident of Bogalusa.  Interment was in the Christ Church Cemetery.  Survivors are his wife, Frances Breland, two daughters, his mother, Ophelia Breland, five brothers, three sisters, and four grandchildren.

Passman, Willie A., age 73.  He was a former resident, now a resident of Route One Pearl River.  Interment was in the Acey’s Creek Baptist Church Cemetery.  Survivors are four sons, two daughters, his stepmother, Mrs. J. A. (Rose) Passman, one brother, one half-brother, one sister, nineteen grandchildren and eight great grandchildren.

Jones, Venson Elwood.  He was a resident of the Midway settlement, three miles north of Folsom.  He died December 27th at Ochsner’s Foundation Hospital.  Interment was in the New Hope Cemetery.  Survivors are his wife, Gertrude Jones, three brothers, four sisters, and his step-mother, Mrs. Elvie Jones.

1-13-1972

Thomas, Gordon, age 89.  He was a native of Washington Parish and resident of Route Five Franklinton.  He died January 5th at Riverside Medical Center.  Survivors are his widow, Harriet Thomas, a daughter, five sons, twenty-two grandchildren, twenty great grandchildren and one great, great grandchild.  Interment was in the Thomas Cemetery.

Hunt, Hubert, age 48, died January 8th at his residence on Route Five, Franklinton.  Interment was in the Acey’s Creek Baptist Church Cemetery.  Survivors are four brothers and three sisters.

Forrest, Mandy, age 85, died January 8th at her home in the Bethel Community.  Interment was in the Bethel Baptist Church Cemetery.  Survivors are one daughter, two sons, six grandchildren and sixteen great grandchildren.

Blackwell, Elma, age 66, died January 5th at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the Maryetta Cemetery.  Survivors are her husband, John Blackwell and a brother, William Taylor of Folsom.

Stafford, Steve Ellis, age 94, died January 7th in Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the New Hope Church Cemetery.  Survivors are five sons, two daughters, thirteen grandchildren and nine great grandchildren.

Strahan, T. C., age 57, died January 8th at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the Strahan Cemetery.  Survivors are his wife, Gladys Sandifer Strahan, a son, a daughter, a brother, three sisters, and five grandchildren.

Sterling, Minnie B., age 71, died January 9th at Heritage Manor in Franklinton.  Interment was in the Magnolia Cemetery in Magnolia, Mississippi.  Survivors are two sons, three daughters, nineteen grandchildren and fourteen great grandchildren.

Holliday, Bob Lane, age 49.  He was a resident of New Orleans and died in a trailer fire in Bogalusa.  Interment was in the Pleasant Hill Cemetery.

1-20-1972

Couch, Jack W., age 50, died January 11th at Lallie Kemp Memorial Hospital in Independence.  Interment was in the Mt. Hermon Cemetery.  Survivors are his widow, Edna Porter Couch, and two sons.

1-27-1972

Waskom, Ansel F, Sr., age 66, died January 19th at his home in the Bonner Creek Community.  Interment was in the Bonner Creek Baptist Church Cemetery.  Survivors are three sons, one daughter, one sister, ten grandchildren and five great grandchildren.

Riley, Chester Lorenzo, age 77, died January 19th at his home in the Crain’s Creek Community.  He was a native of Mt. Hermon and lived in the Pine – Thomas Community.  Interment was in the Crystal Springs Cemetery at Dexter, Mississippi.  Survivors are his wife, Mary Elizabeth Herring Riley, one son, one brother, and two grandchildren.

Brumfield, Wiley Zeno, age 60, died January 21st in Riverside Medical Center.  He was a resident of Route Five State Line Community.  Interment was in the Carson Springs Cemetery.  Survivors are his widow, Hattie Freeman Brumfield, five sons, two daughters, two brothers, one sister, eighteen grandchildren and two great grandchildren.

Gill, James D., age 82, died January 18th in Jackson, Louisiana.  He was a resident of Kentwood and a native of Washington Parish.  Interment was in the Mt. Hermon Cemetery.  Survivors are his wife, Grace Gill, three sons, one daughter, three brothers, one sister, sixteen grandchildren and eighteen great grandchildren.

Morris, Rosa Viola, age 88, died January 24th at Riverside Medical Center.  She was a resident of the Spring Hill Community.  Interment was in the Ellis Cemetery.  Survivors are a son, two daughters, two sisters, six grandchildren and nine great grandchildren.

1-27-1972

Atkinson, Eugene L., age 64, died January 22 at Our Lady of the Lake Hospital.  He was a native of Pride, LA and a resident of Baton Rouge.  He was a veteran of World War II and was the husband of Jessie Miller Atkinson, a former Mt. Hermon resident and the daughter of Mrs. Fleet Miller.  Interment was in the Resthaven Gardens of Memories.  Other survivors are a sister, three brothers, and numerous nieces and nephews.

Cosner, William Lewis, age 76, died January 19th at Riverside Medical Center.  He was a native of Newark, Ohio and was the son of the late Dr. and Mrs. Phillip Cosner.  Interment was in the Ellis Cemetery.  Survivors are his wife, Natalie Magee Cosner, a step son and step daughter.

Alford, Lester C., age 55, died January 25th in the St. Tammany Hospital.  He was a retired Chief Warrant Officer of the U. S. Navy and a resident of Route One Mt. Hermon.  Interment was in the Bogue Chitto Baptist Church Cemetery.  Survivors are his wife, Estelle Dykes Alford, a daughter, step daughter and four grandchildren.

2-3-1972

Miller, Shelley J. He was a resident of Route Four Zachary, and died June 30th at Lane Memorial Hospital in Zachary.  Interment was in the Mt. Pisgah Baptist Church.  Survivors are his widow, Rosetta Dykes Miller, a son, two daughters, three brothers, a sister and six grandchildren.

Richardson, Georgia M., age 55, died February 1st in the Riverside Medical Center.  He was a resident of Lona Rester Place in Bogalusa.  Interment was in the Pounds Cemetery.  Survivors are a son, a brother, and two sisters.

Magee, Sarah Jane (Janie), age 80, died January 28th in Walthall County General Hospital.  Interment was in the Hayes’ Creek Baptist Church Cemetery.  Survivors are three sons, a daughter, four brothers, and three sisters.

Tate, Veda Booty, age 66, died January 27th at the Seventh Ward Hospital in Hammond.  Interment was in the Beulah Cemetery at Bolivar.  Survivors are five sons and five daughters.

Gatlin, Annie P., age 68, died January 28th at the U. S. Public Service Hospital in New Orleans.  Interment was in the Ellis Cemetery.  Survivors are a son, a daughter, five grandchildren and four great grandchildren.

2-10-1972

Barber, Enos, age 72 and resident of Route One Franklinton, died February 3rd at Walthall County Hospital in Tylertown.  Interment was in the State Line Pentecostal Church Cemetery.  Survivors are two sons, three daughters, three brothers, thirteen grandchildren and fourteen great grandchildren.

Carriere, Millard F. He was a native of Franklinton and resident of Baton Rouge.   He died February 6th.  Interment was in the Greenoaks Memorial Park.  Survivors are his widow, Mabel Anthony Carriere, two daughters, a sister, and four grandchildren.

McDaniel, Allie C., age 79, died February 7th at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the Stoney Point Baptist Church Cemetery.  She was preceded in death by her husband, Elder T. W. McDaniel.  Survivors are six sons, two daughters, three brothers, one sister, twenty-two grandchildren and eight great grandchildren.

Danner, Henry R., age 81.  He was a retired Merchant Marine, and made his home on Route Three, Franklinton.  He died February 6th at Riverside Medical Center.  He is survived by a sister.  Interment was in the Ellis Cemetery.

Morgan, Ruby Forest, age 70, died February 2nd at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the Ellis Cemetery.  She was preceded in death by her husband, Herbert Morgan.  Survivors are one son, three daughters, a brother, two sisters, ten grandchildren and one great grandchild.

Greenlaw, Sarah Nell, age 82.  She is a native and resident of Franklinton, and died February 5th at Heritage Manor.  Interment was in the Ellis Cemetery.  She was preceded in death by her late husband, Paul E. Greenlaw.  Survivors are three daughters, one brother, one sister, seven grandchildren and nine great grandchildren.

Magee, Samantha Anna Leah, age 4 months, died in Mandeville on February 3rd.  She is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Bill Magee.  Interment was in the Magee Cemetery.  In addition to her parents, she is survived by grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Jesse Mayfield and Mrs. Janice Myles.

2-17-1972

Reeves, Claude J., age 63 and native of Franklinton, died February 11th at his home in the San Pedro Community.  Interment was in the San Pedro Cemetery.  Survivors are his widow, Ethel Toney Reeves, one daughter, two brothers and four grandchildren.

Letchworth, Genorah Spencer, age 88 and a native of Mississippi and former Bogalusa resident, died February 10th in the Dixie Memorial Hospital in Denham Springs.  Interment was in the Spencer Cemetery near Enon.  Survivors are four daughters, two sons, two sisters, two brothers, eight grandchildren and six great grandchildren.

Walker, Julia Ann, age 77, died February 11th at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the State Line Cemetery.  Survivors are four daughters, three sons, a stepdaughter, a stepson, a sister, a brother, thirty eight grandchildren and forty great grandchildren.

Morgan, Della Mae, age 69 and resident of Route Three Franklinton, died February 14th at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the San Pedro Cemetery.  Survivors are three sons, three daughters, one brother, three sisters and nineteen grandchildren.

Jones, Rubie Corkern, age 65 and resident of Route Four Franklinton, died February 10th at St. Tammany Hospital in Covington.  She is the wife of the late Otis A. Jones, a native of Washington Parish.  Interment was in the Bonner Creek Baptist Church Cemetery.  Survivors are two daughters, four sons, two sisters, two brothers, sixteen grandchildren and seven great grandchildren.

Brumfield, Jewell E., age 71 and resident of Mt. Hermon, died February 11th at the Walthall County General Hospital in Tylertown.  Interment was in the Bogue Chitto Cemetery.  Survivors are two sisters, a nephew, and two nieces. 

2-24-1972

Thomas, Ruffin Ray, age 51 and resident of Route Two Franklinton, died February 21st.  He was a World War II veteran.  Interment was in the Nobles Cemetery.  Survivors are his widow, Kathaleen Thomas, two sons, a daughter, three brothers, a sister and one grandchild.

Magee, Fesser, age 47 and a former resident of Franklinton, died February 17th at his home in Violet.  Interment was in the Old State Line Cemetery.  Survivors are five sisters and a brother.

Sandifer, Elmer V., age 60 and resident of Route Four, Franklinton, died February 17th at St. Tammany Hospital in Covington.  Interment was in the Blackwell Cemetery.  Survivors are his widow, Beulah Fussell Sandifer, three sons, three brothers, two sisters and four grandchildren.

Smith, Dr. Alvin G., age 83.  He was a native of Wisconsin and practiced dentistry in Franklinton for fifty years.  He died February 16th at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the Ellis Cemetery.  Survivors are his widow, Ruth Magee Smith, two daughters, three grandchildren, two brothers, and a sister.

Ravencraft, Frank Kenner, age 66 and native of Magnolia, Mississippi, a resident of Mt. Hermon, died February 19th at Washington St. Tammany Charity Hospital in Bogalusa.  Interment was in the Midway Pentecostal Church at Mt. Hermon.  Survivors are his widow, Lillie Waller Ravencraft, three sons, three daughters, his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Mance Ravencraft, sixteen grandchildren, a sister, and three brothers.

Magee, Claude A., Sr., age 75 and native of Franklinton, died February 19th in Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the Bickham Cemetery.  Survivors are his widow, Grace Bahm Magee, two daughters, three brothers, a sister, seven grandchildren and one great grandchild.

Myles, Mrs. Jimmie Reese, age 51, resident of Franklinton died February 19th at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the Magee Cemetery.  Survivors are her husband, T. J. Myles, a son, a daughter, two brothers, and five sisters.

Dykes, Lester Levon, age 22, died February 17th in New Orleans.  Interment was in the Ellis Cemetery.  Survivors are his mother, Richard (Nellie) Spencer, his father, Levon Dykes, and three sisters.

Corkern, Isaac W., age 87 and resident of Route Three Franklinton, died in New Orleans on February 22.  Interment was in the Sunlight Baptist Church Cemetery.  Survivors are his widow, Idell Sylvest Corkern, five sons, two daughters, three half brothers, grand children and great grandchildren.

3-2-1972

Dyson, Robert.  He was a resident of Bickham Street in Franklinton and died February 25th between Bolivar and Tangipahoa.  Interment was in Rapides Parish near Oakdale, LA.  Survivors are eight sons, two daughters, three brothers, two sisters and one grandchild.

Erwin, Mrs. Carlos (Ira Mae).  A native of Pinola County, Texas and a resident of Broussard Street.  Religious rites were held at Rabenhorst Chapel in Baton Rouge.  Interment was in Greenoaks Memorial Park in Baton Rouge.  She is survived by her husband and a brother.

Magee, Jackson I., age 41, and resident of Route Three Franklinton, died February 28th at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in Ellis Cemetery.  He is survived by his mother, Maxie Stacy Magee.

3-9-1972

Crain, Alice J., age 89 and resident of Route Four, Franklinton, died March 3rd.  Interment was in the Morris Cemetery in Franklinton.  Survivors are two sons, three daughters, grandchildren, seven great grandchildren, nieces and nephews.

McElveen, Wade Martin, age 34.  He was a former resident of Mt. Hermon and transferred from Norco, LA to Yazoo City, MS.  Interment was in the Bogue Chitto Baptist Church Cemetery.  He is survived by his widow, Ann Booty McElveen, a son, parents, Mr. and Mrs. Leo McElveen and a sister.

Martin, Rosetta Breland, age 71.  She was a resident of Route Five Franklinton, and died March 3rd in the Walthall County General Hospital.  Interment was in the Missionary Baptist Church Cemetery in Pine.  Survivors are three sons, three daughters, one brother, four sisters, twenty six grandchildren and five great grandchildren.

Murphy, John, age 63.  He was a former resident of Mt. Hermon and resident of Lafayette, died March 2nd.  Interment was in the Calvary Cemetery.  Survivors are his widow, A’Mint Murphy, a step son, three grandchildren and four sisters.

Haley, Jessie R., age 72.  He was a resident of Route Six Franklinton, and died March 7th at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the Hayes Creek Baptist Church.  Survivors are his widow, Lucy Thomas Haley, three daughters, two grandchildren, three brothers and three sisters.

3-23-1972

Carter, Aubrey.  Misses Melba and Kathleen Carter of New Orleans visited Thursday with Mr. and Mrs. Modez Carter.  They also attended graveside rites on Saturday for their brother, Aubrey of Magnolia, who was buried at the Carter Cemetery near the Old Carter Home.  These are the children of the late Elisha and Ora Kemp Carter, former Mt. Hermon residents.

3-30-1972

Breland, Ophelia Crain, age 85.  She was a resident of Bogalusa and died March 24th at the Community Medical Center in Bogalusa.  Interment was in the Ponemah Cemetery.  Survivors are five sons, three daughters, one brother, three half brothers, three sisters, twenty seven grandchildren, 58 great grandchildren and five great, great grandchildren.

King, Winnifred Lane, age 44.  She died March 24th at her home in Baton Rouge.  Interment was in the Ponemah Cemetery.  Survivors are her husband, Dr. Ray R. King, her parents, Mr. and Mrs. P. C. Lane, a daughter, a son, two sisters and a brother.

Spears, Frances Creel, age 51.  She died March 28th at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the Thomas Cemetery.  Survivors are her husband, Leslie B. Spears, five sons, two daughters, a sister, a brother, and eighteen grandchildren.

Sheridan, Lillie W., age 75.  She was a resident of Route Two Franklinton, and died at Riverside Medical Center on March 28th.  Interment was in the Sheridan Cemetery.  Survivors are three sons, two brothers, six sisters, twelve grandchildren and two great grandchildren.

LaGarde, Mrs. Leonard.  Mr. and Mrs. Fred Loving and son of Coushatta spent Tuesday with Mrs. Hallie Finch.  Mrs. Finch attended the funeral for her sister, Mrs. Leonard LaGarde at McKneely Funeral Home Wednesday morning.  Mrs. LaGarde was buried at the Hyde Cemetery at Chesbrough.

Breland, Ophelia.  Mr. and Mrs. Edgar Bickham attended the funeral of their aunt, Mrs. Ophelia Breland in Bogalusa on Saturday.

4-7-1972

Wood, Miss Thelma O., age 65.  She was a native of Franklinton and resident of Lee Street and died on April 4th at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in Magee Cemetery.  Survivors are one brother, three sisters, nieces and nephews.

Alford, Seth, age 58.  He died at Baton Rouge General Hospital on March 28th.  She was a resident of Mt. Hermon.  Interment was in the Resthaven Gardens of Memory in Baton Rouge.  Survivors are his widow, Myrtis Miller Alford, a daughter, two sons, four sisters, three brothers, and nine grandchildren.

Weakly, Jesse Allen, age 86.  He was a resident of Baton Rouge and a native of Port Royal, Tennessee, and formerly of Washington Parish.  He died April 2nd at Our Lady of the Lake Hospital in Baton Rouge.  Interment was in the Resthaven Garden of Memory in Baton Rouge.  Survivors are his widow, Bessie Brumfield Weakly, a son, a sister and two grandsons.

4-13-1972

Morris, Willie, age 83.  Funeral services were held in Amite on Sunday.  He was the oldest child of the late Oscar and Hester Stringfield Morris.  He was the brother of Mrs. Ella Alford.

4-20-1972

Simmons, Udean Brock, age 57.  She was a native of Mt. Hermon and a resident of Avenue D in Bogalusa.  She died April 14th at the Community Medical Center in Bogalusa.  Interment was in the Mt. Hermon Cemetery.  She was preceded in death by her husband, the late Elmer Simmons.  Survivors are her daughter, one son, three grandchildren, four brothers and one sister.

Burris, Nina Hood, age 80.  She was a resident of Main Street, and died April 14th in the Community Medical Center in Bogalusa.  Interment was in the Ellis Cemetery.  Preceded in death by her husband, Will J. Burris, she is survived by two sons, one daughter, one brother, four sisters, nine grandchildren and eleven great grandchildren.

Seal, Samuel Wilton.  He was a resident of Route Three Franklinton and a World War I veteran, died April 12th.  Interment was in the Canaan Baptist Church Cemetery.  Survivors are three sons, five daughters, one sister, twenty five grandchildren and five great grandchildren.

Holliday, victory, age 82.  He was a native of Mt. Hermon and a resident of the Spring Creek Community, died April 14th at Pike’s Memorial Hospital in Kentwood.  Interment was in the Pleasant Hill Baptist Church Cemetery.  Survivors are his widow, Ellen Holliday, two daughters, four sons, twenty one grandchildren and fifteen great grandchildren.

4-27-1972

Jones, Lannes, age 78.  He died April 20th.  Interment was in the Enon Cemetery.  Survivors are his widow, Gussie Green Jones, a son, a daughter, grandchildren and two great grandchildren.

Penton, John Wesley.  He died April 19th near St. Rose, Louisiana.  The U. S. Coast Guard continues the search for his body.  Survivors are his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Ancil Penton, five sisters and grandmothers, Mrs. Annie Taylor and Mrs. Louisa Penton.

5-4-1972

Crowe, Howard, age 71.  He was a resident of Denham Spring, and died April 25th.  Interment was in the Enon Cemetery.  Survivors are his widow, Freddie Miller Crow, a son, two daughters, a half brother, two sisters, a half sisters, grandchildren and great grandchildren.

Crain, James Emeriah, age 70.  He died April 26th at his home at Route 1 Varnado.  Interment was in the Pine Cemetery.  Survivors are his widow, Losia Moore Crain, a daughter, four sons, three brothers, three sisters and eight grandchildren.

Penton, John.  His body was discovered April 30th, where he drowned April 19th at St. Rose, Louisiana.  Interment was in the Acey’s Creek Church Cemetery.  Survivors are his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Ancil Penton, five sisters, grandmothers, Annie Taylor and Louisa Penton.

5-11-1972

Alford, Glenn, age 64.  He was a resident of Mt. Hermon and died May 3rd in Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the Mt. Hermon Baptist Church Cemetery.  Survivors are his widow, Clara Mae Burch Alford, his mother, Bessie Smith Alford, a son, three daughters, four brothers, three sisters and five grandchildren.

Alford, Emma Bullock, age 80.  Final rites were held on May 9th at the Mt. Pisgah Baptist Church, with interment in the Bullock Cemetery.  Survivors are her husband, Bertie P. Alford, four sons, two daughters, thirteen grandchildren and twenty-four great grandchildren.

5-18-1972

Smith, Chester.  He was a resident of the Mt. Nebo Community.  He died May 14th at Hood Memorial Hospital in Amite.  Interment was in the Sharon Cemetery.  Survivors are his widow, Verna Stafford Smith, three daughters, two sons, three brothers, a sister, twenty-three grandchildren, and seven great grandchildren.

Edwards, Luke Magee, age 85.  He died at his home on Route Three Franklinton on May 15th.  Interment was in the Magee Cemetery.  He was the son of the late Walter Edwards and Mary W. Magee Edwards and the grandson of the late Dr. William L. Edwards.  He is survived by a brother and two nephews.

Davis, Sandford, age 59.  He died May 10th at his residence of Route Three Franklinton. Interment was in the Stoney Point Baptist Church Cemetery.  Survivors are his widow, Mackie Givens Davis, a son, six daughters, two sisters, a brother, and seven grandchildren.

Wood, Christine Warner, age 64.  She was a resident of Route Six Tylertown, and died May 11th in Tylertown at the Walthall County General Hospital.  Interment was in the Wood Cemetery at Kirlin, Louisiana.  Survivors are her husband, Ard Wood, three sons, one daughter, two sisters, one brother, nine grandchildren and four great grandchildren.

Thompson, George McCloud, age 40.  A resident of DeQuincy, Louisiana, died May 8th. Interment was in the Mt. Pisgah Baptist Church Cemetery.  Survivors are his wife, Minnie Lou Miller Thompson, a daughter, and his mother, Mrs. George Thompson.

5-25-1972

Easley, Marvin H.  He was a native of Hemphill, Texas and a resident of McComb, Mississippi.  He died May 18th in a tractor accident.  Interment was in the Ellis Cemetery.  Survivors are his widow, Hazel Young Easley, a brother, two sisters, and nieces and nephews.

Magee, Pearlie Beard, age 62.  She died May 21st at the Community Medical Center in Bogalusa.  Interment was in the Old State Line Cemetery.  Survivors are her husband, Ollie O. Magee, two daughters, two sons, three sisters, two brothers, two half brothers, twelve grandchildren and one great grandchild.

Fisher, M. I., Jr.  He died May 18th in a hospital in Memphis, Tennessee.  Survivors are his widow, Virginia Studdard Fisher, three daughters, one son, four sisters, and one brother.  Final rites were in Corinth, Mississippi.

Welch, William Louis.  He died May 23rd at Riverside Medical Center.  He was a resident o Franklinton.   Interment was in the Morris Cemetery.  Survivors are his wife, Beulah Lee Welch, a son, two sisters, one brother, a sister, and four grandchildren.

Tageant, Robert J., age 44.  He was a native of Natchez, Mississippi, a veteran of World War II and the Korean War, and a resident of Franklinton.  He died May 21st at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the Ellis Cemetery.  Survivors are his widow, Jewell Scott Tageant, three sons, three daughters, two brothers, three sisters, his mother and stepfather, Mr. and Mrs. F. E. Conn.

6-1-1972

Kemp, Maybelle C.  She was a resident of rural Franklinton, former of Detroit, Michigan.  She died May 27th at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in Grand Lawn Cemetery in Detroit.  Survivors are her husband, Euston V. Kemp, a son and a step daughter.

6-8-1972

Young, John N., age 78.  He was a native of Atlanta, Georgia and a resident of Franklinton and died June 6th at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the Ellis Cemetery.  Survivors are widow, Ollie Abernathy Young, two daughters, two sons, two sisters, one brother, grandchildren and great grandchildren.

Holmes, William J., age 86.  He was a resident of Route Three Franklinton, and died June 1st at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the Stoney Point Baptist Church Cemetery.  Survivors are five sons, four daughters, forty two grandchildren, sixty eight great grandchildren and two great, great grandchildren.

Wheat, James Myra, age 78.  A resident of Route Four, Franklinton, died on June 4th at Beecham’s Hospital in Magnolia, Mississippi.  Interment was in the Zion Baptist Church Cemetery in Georgetown, Louisiana.  Survivors are a daughter, two sons, one sister, five grandchildren and one great grandchild.

Crawford, Lola Elizabeth, age 76.  She was a resident of Thirteenth Avenue, and died June 4th at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the Mt. Hermon Cemetery.  Survivors are three brothers, three step daughters, and numerous nieces and nephews.

6-15-1972

Bullock, Lola Powell, age 75.  She was a resident of Glenmora, Louisiana, and died June 5th in Alexandria, Louisiana.  Interment was in the Amiable Cemetery in Glenmora.  Survivors are her husband, H. P. Bullock, seven daughters, one son, twenty five grandchildren and five great grandchildren.

Bannister, Ella, age 102.  She died June 14th in the home of her daughter in New Orleans.  She is survived by a son and a daughter.

6-29-1972

Boutwell, Herbert, age 46.  He was a resident of New Orleans, formerly of Franklinton, died June 25th at East Jefferson Hospital in New Orleans.  Interment was in the Ellis Cemetery.  Survivors are his widow, Marcell H. Boutwell, two daughters, one son, his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Homer Boutwell, five sisters, four brothers, and one grandchild.

McElveen, Allison, age 61.  She died June 24th at Riverside Medical Center.  She was a resident of Route Five, Franklinton.  Interment was in the Ellis Cemetery.  Survivors are two sons, three brothers, and three sisters.

Bannister, Ella James, age 102.  She was a native of Washington Parish and a resident of Mt. Hermon.  She died on June 14th in New Orleans.  Survivors are one daughter, two sons, eight grandchildren, fourteen great grandchildren and six great, great grandchildren.

Pounds, John, age 81.  He was a former resident of Route Three Franklinton, and died June 24th at Heritage Manor.  Interment was in the Stoney Point Baptist Church Cemetery.  He is survived by numerous nephews and nieces.

7-4-1972

Magee, James Monroe, Jr.  He was a resident of Morgan City, Louisiana, formerly of Franklinton.  He was killed in an airplane crash near London, Ontario Providence, Canada on June 13th.  He and a travel companion, Billy J. Booth of New Orleans, were both killed.  Final rites were in Morgan City.  Survivors are his widow, Ann Brownell Magee, three children, his mother, Mrs. Wilson Burch, of Lubbock, Texas, formerly of Franklinton, a sister, and several cousins of the Franklinton area.

Durden, Lamar H., age 62.  He died June 30th in McGehee Clinic.  Interment was in the Morris Cemetery. He was a resident of Franklinton, and is survived by a brother, two sisters, four nieces and seven nephews.

Logan, J. E., age 83.  He died June 24th at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the Ebenezer Primitive Baptist Church in Carthage, Mississippi.  Survivors are his widow, Mrs. J. E. (Hattie) Logan, one daughter, one son, eight grandchildren, and six great grandchildren.

Burch, Arnie, age 68.  He was a native and resident of Mt. Hermon, died June 27th.  Interment was in the Bogue Chitto Baptist Church Cemetery.  Survivors are his widow, Irma Lee Burch, three sons, four brothers, three sisters, one granddaughter and three grandsons.

7-13-1972

Simmons, George, age 76.  He was a native and resident of Washington Parish, and died July 6th at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the Ellis Cemetery.  Survivors are his widow, Mildred Fricke Simmons, one son, one daughter, one brother and five grandchildren.

Lambert, Minnie Irene, age 88.  She was a resident of Lee Street, Franklinton, and died July 10th at Heritage Manor.  Interment was in the Stoney Point Baptist Church Cemetery.  Survivors are five sons, three daughters, one sister, sixteen grandchildren, sixteen great grandchildren, and one great, great grandchild.

Morgan, Dewey, age 12.  He resided with his grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. R. J. Frazier, and died July 7th by an accidental pistol shot inflicted at McElveen’s Store in Mt. Hermon.  He died at Lallie Kemp Hospital in Independence.  Interment was in the Pleasant Hill Cemetery.  Survivors in addition to his grandparents were aunts, uncles and cousins.

7-20-1972

Penny, Charles W., Sr., age 78.  He was a native and resident of Washington Parish, and died July 13th at Riverside Medical Center.  He was a veteran of World War One.  Final rites were held at Sunlight Baptist Church.  Survivors are his widow, Edith Morgan Penny, two sons, a daughter, five sisters, eleven grandchildren and eight great grandchildren.

Creel, Brandon, age 56.  He was a resident of Route Five Franklinton, and died July 14th at McGehee Clinic.  Interment was in the Nobles Cemetery.  Survivors are his mother, Alma Ingram, two sons, three brothers, a sister, and a half sister.

Burkhalter, Arthur David (A. D.), age66.  He was a native of Franklinton and resident of Jackson, Mississippi.  He died July 16th.  Interment was in the Ellis Cemetery.  Survivors are his widow, Mary Jones Burkhalter, one brother, two sisters, numerous cousins, nieces and nephews.

7-27-1972

Spence, Lee A., age 60.  He was a resident of Route 1, Mt. Hermon, and died July 23rd in Southern Baptist Hospital.  Interment was in a Crescent City cemetery.  Survivors are his widow, Opal Spence, one daughter, one son, and two grandchildren.

Whaley, Infant twin sons.  Graveside rites for infant twin sons of Mr. and Mrs. Loyd Whaley of Pine were conducted July 23rd at the recently established Whaley Cemetery.

Fisher, Dewey D.  He was a former resident of Franklinton and a resident of Channelview, Texas.  He died July 15th at Trinity Memorial Hospital in Trinity, Texas.  Interment was in the Highland Cemetery in Highland, Texas.  Survivors are his widow, Retha Walker Fisher, three sons, one daughter, and four sisters.

Varnado, Samuel A., age 80.  He was a resident of Route Three, Franklinton, and died July 23rd at Lady of the Lake Hospital in Baton Rouge.  Interment was in the Canaan Baptist Church Cemetery.  Survivors are two sons, four brothers, three sisters, and three grandchildren.

Nielson, Andrew T. (Andy), age 77.  He was a resident of Lee Street in Franklinton, and died July 26th at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the Duncan Cemetery.  Survivors are his widow, Verlie Taylor Nielson, three daughters, one brother, six grandchildren, and four great grandchildren.

8-3-1972

Ayo, Carol, age 29.  Resident of Green Street, died July 28th in an automobile accident on Highway 25.  The Deceased lay in state at the Schoen Funeral Home in New Orleans until final rites July 31st.

Lawson, Dawn Marie.  She was in the infant daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Bobby L. Lawson of Kentwood.  Graveside rites were conducted August 1st at Ellis Cemetery.  In addition to her parents, she is survived by grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Willie Cleveland and Mr. and Mrs. Thomas W. Lawson.  The baby’s mother is the former Vicki Forrest, a native and former resident of Franklinton.

8-17-1972

Stogner, John H., age 72.  He was a resident of Route Two, Franklinton and died August 14th.  Interment was in the Morris Cemetery.  Survivors are his widow, Cammie Stogner, three sons, two daughters, one brother, one sister, eighteen grandchildren and four great grandchildren.

Jones, Alice Richardson, age 84.  She was a native of Franklinton and a resident of Bogalusa.  She died August 8th in Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the Enon Cemetery.  Survivors are her widow, Dr. H. V. Jones, two sons, three brothers, three sisters, and four grandchildren.

McCain, Charles A., age 33.  He was a resident of Route Two Franklinton and died August 11th on Highway 1054 near Amite.  Interment was in the Poplar Head Baptist Church Cemetery.  Survivors are his widow, Odene Breland McCain, one son, a daughter, his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Addis (Red) McCain, and an uncle.

Burkhalter, Jep B., age 75.  He died August 9th at his residence in the Bethel Community.  Interment was in the Bethel Baptist Church Cemetery.  Survivors are his widow, Eunice Fisher Burkhalter, two daughters, two brothers, four sisters, five grandchildren, and four great grandchildren.

8-24-1972

Simmons, Coleman.  He was a native of Washington Parish and a resident of Tenth Avenue, Franklinton.  He died August 17th in Ochsner’s Foundation Hospital in New Orleans.  Survivors are his widow, Katherine Greenlaw Simmons, one daughter, three sisters, and two grandchildren.

Alford, Josephine Erwin, age 53.  She was a native of Franklinton and a resident of Mobile, Alabama.  She died August 18th in a Mobile Hospital.  Interment was in the Fisher Cemetery.  Survivors are her husband, Roscoe Alford, one daughter, her mother, Ada Erwin, a sister, and two brothers.

8-31-1972

Watson, James Willie, age 54.  He was a native of Franklinton, and died August 23rd at his home on Route Two, Franklinton.  Interment was in the Smith Cemetery.  He was a World War II veteran.  Survivors are his widow, Dorothy Smith Watson, two sons, his father, George Watson, Sr., one daughter, one brother, four sisters, and two grandchildren.

Bond, Maxwell Joseph, age 51.  He was a retired Navy man and a resident of Route Two Franklinton.  He died August 27th in Shreveport.  Interment was in the Springhill Cemetery.  Survivors are his wife, Imagene Gray Bond, two step daughters, and two sisters.

Ratcliff, Zeke Talmage, age 66.  He was a resident of Franklinton, and died August 23rd at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the Morris Cemetery.  Survivors are his widow, Mary S. Ratcliff, a brother, two sisters, nieces and nephews.

Gerald, Ethel McNeese, age 66.  She was a native of Washington Parish and a resident of Route Five Franklinton.  Interment was in the Old War Crain Cemetery.  Survivors are her husband, George Wesley Gerald, her mother, Julia E. McNeese, two step sons, seven brothers and five sisters.

Freeman, Cynthia S., age 88.  She was a resident of Route One Franklinton, and died August 26th in Heritage Manor.  Interment was in the Hayes Creek Baptist Church Cemetery.  Survivors are her husband, Ollie Freeman, one son, three daughters, two sisters, thirty seven grandchildren and nine great, great grandchildren.

Crowe, Jerry Scott, age 6 months.  He died August 28th.  Interment was in the Canaan Baptist Church Cemetery.  Survivors are his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Walter D. Crowe, grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Denman Crowe, Mr. and Mrs. Walter D. Crowe, other grandparents and great grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Homer Crowe, Mr. and Mrs. Alton Morgan, Mr. and Mrs. Gerald Dean, and Mr. George Harrison.

Alford, Mrs. Arthur A. (Maude Painter), age 84.  She died August 23rd at Bill-Dora Nursing Home in Tylertown.  Interment was in the Mt. Hermon Cemetery.  Survivors are one son, one brother, a half brother, and four grandchildren.

9-7-1972

Varnado, Lale, age 74.  He was a native of Bolivar and a resident of Covington; he died August 25th at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the Varnado Cemetery at Bolivar.  Survivors are one son, three daughters, three brothers, and five sisters.

Watkins, Annie Elizabeth.  She was a native of Louisiana and a resident of Little Rock, Arkansas.  She died August 29th at the Little Rock Nursing Home.  Interment was in the Pine Crest Cemetery.  Survivors are three sons, three daughters, twelve grandchildren, twenty one great grandchildren and five great, great grandchildren.

Fisher, Mike Leroy, age 74.  He was a native of Washington Parish and resident of Route Three Franklinton; he died September 3rd at St. Tammany Hospital.  Interment was in the Canaan Baptist Church Cemetery.  He was the son of the late Adrienna Brooks and John Morris Fisher.  Survivors are his widow, Altha Walters Fisher, five daughters, four grandson, seven granddaughters and one great granddaughter.

9-21-1972

Fisher, Carrie Stevens, age 77.  She died September 15th at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the Ellis Cemetery.  She was preceded in death by her husband, the late Thomas Adnell Fisher and one son, the late Thomas Arnold (Buddy) Fisher.  Survivors are two sons, one sister, ten grandchildren and twelve great grandchildren.

9-28-1972

Foil, Vera, age 68.  She was a native of Natchez, Mississippi and long time resident of Baton Rouge, and recent resident of Houston, Texas, but spent most of her life in Bogalusa.  She died September 24th.  Her body lay in state at Rabenhorst Funeral Home in Baton Rouge.  Survivors are a daughter, son, a brother, and six grandchildren.

10-12-1972

Knight, Michael Benton, age 21.  He was a resident of Mountain Home, Idaho.  He died October 5th at St. Alphonsus Hospital in Boise, Idaho.  Interment was in the Ebenezer Cemetery in Jonesboro, Louisiana.  He was preceded in death by his maternal grandparents, the late Mr. and Mrs. B. D. Tullos.  Survivors are his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Clyde Knight, a brother, his grandmother, Mrs. B. Early Knight, and an uncle and aunt.

10-19-1972

Fussell, Leander, age 88.  He was a native and life-long resident of St. Tammany Parish, and died October 11th in St. Tammany Hospital.  Interment was in the Garden of the Pines in Covington.  He is survived by two sons, a daughter, a sister, six grandchildren, thirteen great grandchildren, and three great, great grandchildren.

Bennett, Alice F., age 90.  She was a former resident of New Orleans, died at Heritage Manor in Franklinton on October 15th.  Interment was in the Ellis Cemetery.  Survivors are one son, two daughters, six grandchildren and thirteen great grandchildren.

Moore, Katie Ratcliff, age 64.  She was a native and resident of Franklinton, and died October 13th at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the Morris Cemetery.  Survivors are one son, o ne brother, one sister, one granddaughter, four grandsons and nieces and nephews.

10-26-1972

Parker, Bessie Irene, age 82.  She was a native and resident of Route Two, Franklinton, and died October 22 in the Earl K. Long Hospital in Baton Rouge.  Interment was in the Springhill Baptist Church Cemetery.  Survivors are three sons, two daughters, one brother, sixteen grandchildren and twenty-seven great grandchildren.

11-2-1972

Thomas, Seamon, age 63.  He was a resident of Bogalusa, and died October 26th at McGehee Clinic in Franklinton.  Interment was in the Thomas Cemetery.  Survivors are his widow, Betty Sumrall Thomas, two sons, four daughters, his stepmother, Doretha Thomas, ten brothers, six sisters and eleven grandchildren.

Bulloch, Allie B, age 79.  A resident of Franklinton and a native of Washington Parish, died October 28th at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the Bethel Cemetery.  Survivors are one son, three brothers, a sister, six grandchildren and three great grandchildren.

Tate, Dr. James E., age 62.  He was a native of Washington Parish and died October 13th in New Orleans.  Interment was in the Mt. Hermon Cemetery.  He was a resident of New Orleans.  Survivors are one daughter, two brothers, five sisters, and two grandchildren.

11-9-1972

LeSage, Lee P., age 59.  He died November 1st, while a patient in St. John’s Mercy Hospital in Saint Louis, Missouri.  Interment was in Sacred Heart Cemetery in Florrissant, Missouri.  Survivors are his widow, Evelyn LeSage, one son, Dan LeSage of Franklinton, two daughters, his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Phil LeSage, and two brothers.

Duncan, James Hubert, age 84.  He was a native of Washington Parish, and died November 1st in the Community Medical Center in Bogalusa.  Interment was in the Walter Thomas Cemetery.  Survivors are four daughters, two sons, twenty-three grandchildren and thirty-three great grandchildren.

11-16-1972

Crowe, Ruby Fussell, age 66.  She died November 14th at her home on Route Three Franklinton.  Interment was in the Sunlight Cemetery.  She was a native of Franklinton.  Survivors are her husband, Frank Crowe, one sister, a niece, and a nephew.

Crain, Thelma Bickham, age 69.  She was a native of Washington Parish and a resident of Route Two Franklinton, and died November 14th at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the Smith Cemetery.  Survivors are her husband, Delos J. Crain, a sister, two brothers, and numerous nieces and nephews.

Ball, Bruce L. (Luck), age 14.  He died November 18th in a truck – motorcycle accident.  Interment was in the Acey’s Creek Baptist Church Cemetery.  Survivors are his parents, Mr. and Mrs. R. F. Ball, one brother, two sisters, and maternal step grandmother, Doretha Thomas.

11-30-1972

Williams, Eleanor C.  She died November 26th in Lady of the Lake Hospital in Baton Rouge.  Interment was in Griffin Cemetery in Moss Point, Mississippi, her birth place.  She was preceded in death by her husband, the late Dr. Frank A. Williams.  Survivors are a son and daughter.

Breland, Eugene Y., age 83.  He died November 28th at Heritage Manor.  Interment was in the Ellis Cemetery.  He was a resident of Main Street, and preceded in death by his wife, Flossie Branch Breland.  Survivors are one son, one daughter, and three grandchildren.

Robert, Mary Katherine (Mayme), age 87.  She was a former Franklinton resident and native of Humboldt, Kansas.  Interment was in the Baton Rouge National Cemetery.  She was preceded in death by her husband, the late George Robert.  Survivors are two nieces, four nephews, and a sister-in-law.  She was one of the founders of the Baton Rouge Symphony.

Cowin, Walter W., age 70.  He was a resident of Parker Street in Franklinton, and died November 25 at his home.  Interment was in the Poplar Head Methodist Church Cemetery in Saucier, Mississippi.  Survivors are his widow, Mazie O’Neal Cowin, one stepson and one sister.

Spring, Wilford B.  He was a native of Amite and resident of Denham Springs.  He was a veteran of World War II.  Interment was in the Denham Springs Memorial Cemetery.  Survivors are his wife, Montez Smith Spring, two daughters, a sister, and a brother.

Jones, Josephine, age 63.  She was a resident of Green Street in Franklinton, and died November 27th.  Interment was in the Morris Cemetery.  Survivors are three sons, four daughters, three brothers, two sisters, twenty-two grandchildren and one great grandchild.

12-7-1972

Jones, Clyde M. (Spike), age 47.  Final rites were held November 30th from First National Funeral Home in Amite.  Interment was in the Bankston Cemetery west of Independence.  He was a former resident of Mt. Hermon and a resident of Independence, and was killed in a car-train accident at Tickfaw.  Survivors are one son, one daughter, and four sisters.

Mathes, Mrs. Mavis, age 60.  She died November 29th in New Orleans Charity Hospital Interment was in the Garden of Memories in Bay St. Louis.  Survivors are one son, her mother, Bessie Alford, two sisters, four brothers and six grandchildren.

Sheridan, George B. (Bollie), age 87.  He was a resident of Route One Bogalusa, and died November 29th.  Interment was in the Emmanuel Baptist Church Cemetery.  Survivors are five sons, six daughters, one brother, two sisters, thirty four grandchildren, and twenty five great grandchildren.

Miller, Vandon A., age 89.  A resident of Mt. Hermon died November 28th.  Interment was in the Miller Cemetery in Mt. Hermon.  Survivors are four sons, four daughters, thirty five grandchildren, sixty six great grandchildren and nine great, great grandchildren.

Fussell, Bessie Stafford, age 78.  She was a long time resident of Route Three Franklinton, died December 5th at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the Fisher Church Cemetery.  Survivors are three sons, two daughters, one brother, two sisters, ten grandchildren and four great grandchildren.

Wigginton, Jay Woodford, age 60.  A Former resident of New Iberia, she died December 3rd at Heritage Manor.  Interment was in Cave Hill Cemetery in Louisville, Kentucky.  Survivors are his brother and two nieces.

Johnson, Katherine Hoggatt, age 45.  She was a resident of Greenwell Springs, and died November 29th.  Interment was in the Greenwell Springs Baptist Church Cemetery.  Survivors are her husband, R. J. Johnson, one son, three grandchildren, four brothers, and two sisters.

12-14-1972

Thomas, Walter T.  He died December 10th in an automobile accident on Highway 21, south of Bogalusa.  Survivors are his mother, Mrs. Archie Thomas, two brothers, and three sisters.    Interment was in the Thomas Mausoleum.  In addition to his mother, survivors are two brothers, and three sisters.

Sharp, Otto H., age 75.  He died December 10th at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the Ellis Cemetery.  He was a resident of Lee Street, a World War I veteran and member of the City Police Force, and a deputy in the Sheriff’s Department before retirement.  Survivors are his wife, Cora B. Sharp, two sons, one daughter, one brother, half brothers, two sisters, two half sisters, nine grandchildren and one great grandchild.

Passman, Rosa T., age 90.  She was a resident of Route One Franklinton, and died December 9th at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the Nobles Cemetery.  Survivors are three sons, three daughters, one sister, twenty two grandchildren, and numerous great and great, great grandchildren, and James Elvin Passman, a grandson who had lived with her for fourteen years.

Jenkins, Robert L., age 63.  He was a resident of Route Five Franklinton, and died December 10th.  Interment was in the Nobles Cemetery.  He was preceded in death by one son, Leslie Ray Jenkins.  Survivors are his widow, Bessie Thomas Jenkins, four sons, four daughters, three brothers, four sisters, twenty two grandchildren and one great grandchild.

Alford, Audice B., age 67.  She was a resident of Route One, Mt. Hermon, and died December 7th at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the Mt. Pisgah Baptist Church Cemetery.  Survivors are five sons, her mother, Quinnie McElveen Bickham, and ten grandchildren.

Penton, Kinzie Wilmon, age 45.  He was a resident of Route Four, Franklinton and died December 11th.  Interment was in the Bonner Creek Baptist Church Cemetery.  Survivors are two brothers, a sister, and nieces and nephews.

12-21-1972

Sandifer, Hollis, age 65.  He was a resident of Route Four, Franklinton, and died December 16th in a vehicle accident on Hwy. 25.  Interment was in the Bonner Creek Baptist Church Cemetery.  Survivors are his widow, Murlie Thomas Sandifer, two daughters, three brothers, two sisters, three granddaughters, and one great grandson.

Thomas, Will, age 78.  He was a resident of Thomas, and died December 14th at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the Thomas Mausoleum.  Survivors are one son, four daughters, eighteen grandchildren and seven great grandchildren.

Wright, Mrs. J. E. (Maggie), age 66.  She died December 14th at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the Ellis Cemetery.  She was a resident of Dobson Street.  Survivors are three daughters, three brothers, one sister and seven grandchildren.

12-28-1972

Varnado, Fannie Lee, age 84.  She was a native of Franklinton and a resident of Sabine Street in Bogalusa.  She died December 21st in the Community Medical Center in Bogalusa.  Interment was in the Varnado Cemetery near Franklinton.  Preceded in death by her husband, the late McCauley I. Varnado.  Survivors are three daughters, four sons, two sisters, nineteen grandchildren, twenty one great grandchildren and one great, great grandchild.

Knight, Andrew Esco, age 83.  The former State Senator was a resident of South Columbia Street in Bogalusa, and died December 22 in the Community Medical Center in Bogalusa.  Interment was in the Hillview Memorial Gardens.  Survivors are his widow, Effie Dillon Knight, two daughters, one son, two sisters, and nine grandchildren.

Bradley, Edward Leo, age 64.  He was a native of St. Tammany Parish and resident of Covington, died December 21st in the St. Tammany Parish Hospital.  Interment was in the Garden of the Pines Cemetery.  Survivors are his widow, Hazel Parker Bradley, two daughters, three sons, one sister, four brothers, five grandchildren, nieces and nephews.

Corkern, Emma F., age 89.  A Resident of Route Four Franklinton, she died December 21st at Heritage Manor.  Interment was in the Enon Baptist Church Cemetery.  She was a native of the Jerusalem Community in St. Tammany Parish.  She is survived by a foster son and foster daughter.

Barber, Mrs. Lonnie (Olivia), age 64.  She died December 20th at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the Springhill Cemetery.  Survivors are her husband, O. D. Barber, one daughter, one son, two and brothers.

1-4-1973

Fisher, Walter D., age 50.  He was a native of Franklinton and resident of Route Four Franklinton.  He died December 29th in the Community Medical Center in Bogalusa.  Interment was in the Ellis Cemetery.  He was a veteran of World War II.  Survivors are his widow, Azzie Louise (Tommie) Fisher, one son, one daughter, one brother, one sister.  He was preceded in death by a brother, the late T. A. (Buddy) Fisher, two grandsons, Walter Scott Welch and Jacob Denson (Jay) Fisher.

Barber, Benton, age 58.  He died at Riverside Medical Center.  Final rites were held January 1st, followed by interment in the Nobles Cemetery.  He was a resident of Route Two, Mt. Hermon.  Survivors are his widow, Ettly Barber, two sons, four daughters, one step daughter, three brothers, four sisters, sixteen grandchildren, seven step grandchildren and three great step grandchildren.

LeDet, Junius J, age 44.  He was a resident of Mt. Hermon, and died December 28th at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the Acey’s Creek Baptist Church Cemetery.  Survivors are his wife, Marguerite LeBoeuf LeDet, one son, two daughters, three brothers, seven sisters, his mother, Lazida LeDet and two grandsons.

Felix, Mrs. Herbert F. (Dorothy).  She was a resident of Franklinton, and made her home in Whittier, California with her daughter.  She died December 31st, and the body was scheduled to arrive at New Orleans on January 3rd.

Pittman, Donald L., age 45.  He was a resident of Cameron Parish and died December 27th in the South Cameron Memorial Parish Hospital.  Interment was in the Enon Cemetery.  He was a former resident of Enon.  Survivors are his widow, Charlotte Rae Pittman, one son, one brother, two sisters, four nephews and two nieces.

Pope, William Alcus, age 73.  He was a resident of Bogalusa and died December 22nd in the Community Medical Center in Bogalusa.  Interment was in the Oral Baptist Church Cemetery near Dexter, Mississippi.  Survivors are three sons, a brother, a sister, twelve grandchildren and eight great grandchildren.

1-11-1973

Givens, Perry Nathaniel, age 83.  He was a former resident of Franklinton and died January 8th in the Seventh Ward Hospital in Hammond.  Interment was in the Ellis Cemetery.  Survivors are his widow, Launa S. Givens, four daughters, nine grandchildren and one great grandchild.

Felix, Dorothy S...  She died December 31st in Whittier, California.  Interment was in the Ellis Cemetery.  She was preceded in death by her husband, Herbert F. Felix.  Survivors are two daughters, three grandchildren and three grandsons.

1-18-1973

Daniel, Mrs. W. D. (Clara Bateman), age 83.  She was a resident of Route One Franklinton, and died January 16th at Heritage Manor.  Interment was in the Ellis Cemetery.  Survivors are two sons, three daughters, one brother, two sisters, twelve grandchildren and five great grandchildren.

Schilling, Everett.  He died January 13th in Virginia.  He was the brother of Mrs. James M. Burris and Paul Schilling.

1-25-1973

Jones, Emile F., age 85.  He was a resident of Enon and died January22 at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the Enon Cemetery.  Survivors are two sons, three daughters, one brother, two sisters, ten grandchildren and seven great grandchildren.

Stringer, Woodrow Ottis, age 49.  He was a resident of Parker Street and died January 18th at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the Ellis Cemetery.  Survivors are his widow, Elva Barber Stringer, his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Ottis Stringer, one son, two daughters, one brother, seven sisters and six grandchildren.

Bateman, Huey Wayne, age 48.  He was a former resident of Franklinton and died January 19th at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the Ellis Cemetery.  Survivors are his wife, Mary Stringer Bateman, his mother, Mrs. H. L. (Evie) Bateman, two sons, a daughter, one brother, one sister, one grandchild and three step grandchildren.

Burch, Ronald David, age 21.  He was a resident of Mt. Hermon and died in an automobile accident on January 18th.  Interment was in the Bogue Chitto Baptist Church Cemetery.  His father, the late Arnie Burch, preceded him in death only six months ago.  Survivors are his mother, Irma Lee Burch and two sisters.

Temple, Isaac Franklin, age 88.  He was a resident of Simpson, Louisiana.  Interment was in the Pine Island Cemetery in Simpson.  Survivors are his widow, Susie Jackson Temple, two daughters, one brother, two sisters, three grandchildren and seven great grandchildren.

Ballard, Earlie L., age 70.  He was a resident of Route Four, Franklinton and died January 21st at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the San Pedro Baptist Church Cemetery.  Survivors are one son, three daughters, a sister, eleven grandchildren and four great grandchildren.

2-1-1973

Mahaffey, James D., age 86.  He died January 26th at his home in Mt. Hermon.  Interment was in the Bethel Cemetery in Liberty, Mississippi.  Survivors are his widow, Gracie Mahaffey, three sons, four daughters, eighteen grandchildren and nine great grandchildren.

Wilson, Mrs. Stanley (Katherine), age 80.  Final rites held January 19th in Meridian, Mississippi.  Interment was in the Magnolia Cemetery.  Survivors are her husband, Stanley Wilson Jr., one son, three grandchildren, one great grandchild, a brother and one sister.

Welch, Eugene Mason, age 71.  He was a native of Franklinton and a resident of Bogalusa.  He died January 24th in the Community Medical Center.  Interment was in the Morris Cemetery.  Survivors are his widow, Minnie Lea Welch, a daughter, four sisters, a brother and two grandchildren.

McMillan, Edward Emile, age 68.  He was a native of Washington Parish and a resident of Tenth Avenue, Franklinton.  He died January 29th at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the Ellis Cemetery.  Survivors are his widow, Gladys Richardson McMillan, one daughter, two grandchildren and a nephew.

Miley, Fred C., age 66.  He was a native of Franklinton and a resident of Bogalusa.  He died January 22nd in the Community Medical Center in Bogalusa.  Interment was in the Ponemah Cemetery.  Survivors are his widow, Lucy L. Miley, seven daughters, two sons, a sister, thirty two grandchildren and one great grandchild.

2-8-1973

Taylor, Ronald, age 29.  He was a resident of Route Three, Franklinton.  Interment was in the Canaan Baptist Church Cemetery.  Survivors are his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Ross Taylor, two brothers and two sisters.

Kyzar, Virina, age 67.  A native of Hammond and resident of Kemp Nursing Home in Ponchatoula, died February 1st at Seventh Ward General Hospital in Hammond.  Interment was in Lanier Cemetery in Hammond.  Survivors are one daughter, two sons, five sisters, two brothers and six grandchildren.

Jenkins, Ernest (Runt), age 70.  He was a native and resident of Franklinton.  He died February 1st at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the Ellis Cemetery.  Survivors are his widow, Edna Fairburn Jenkins, a daughter, three brothers, three sisters and four grandchildren.

2-15-1973

Green, Gussie, age 75.  She died February 10th at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the Enon Cemetery.  She was a native and resident of Enon.  Survivors are a daughter, a son, a brother, three grandchildren and two great grandchildren.

Welch, William Russell.  He was in the infant son of Mr. and Mrs. Carter Welch of Franklinton, and died February 9th at the Community Medical Center in Bogalusa.  Interment was in the Morris Cemetery.  Survivors are his parents, a brother, grandmothers, Mesdames Louis Welch and Walter Fisher, great grandparents, Minnie Lea and C. G. Manning.

Wood, Effie Jenkins, age 85.  She died January 7th at her home in Route Two Franklinton.  Interment was in the Ellis Cemetery.  Survivors are one daughter, three sons, a sister, grandchildren and great grandchildren.

King, Nancy Smith, age 81.  She died February 8th at Heritage Manor in Franklinton.  Interment was in the Smith Cemetery at Warnerton.  She was a resident of Route Two Franklinton.  Survivors are one son, one brother and one grandchild.

Schilling, James D., age 86.  He was a resident of Mt. Hermon, and died February 9th at Heritage Manor.  Interment was in the Schilling Cemetery.  Survivors are two sons, two brothers, one sister, one grandchild and two great grandchildren.

Burgess, Frances Nellene, age 46.  She was a resident of Route Two, Mt. Hermon, and was killed in an automobile accident on February 8th.  Interment was in the Midway Pentecostal Church Cemetery.  Survivors are her parents, Mr. and Mrs. John T. Edwards, a son, a brother and four sisters.

2-22-1973

Hennesy, Curtis Monroe, age 68.  He died in New Orleans on February 11th.  He was a native of Franklinton.  Interment was in the Ellis Cemetery.  Survivors are his widow, Maude Bateman Hennesy, one son, a daughter, two brothers, one sister and three grandchildren.

Ard, Paul Adrian, age 28.  He was a former Franklinton resident, and died February 13th in Bogalusa.  Interment was in the San Pedro Baptist Church Cemetery.  Survivors are his widow, Gayle Holiday Ard, a son, a daughter, his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Vernie Ard, three brothers and three sisters.

Simmons, Allie Mae Sharp, age 75.  She was a resident of Canoga, California, and died February 14th in Parkwood Hospital in Northridge, California.  Interment was in the Simmons Cemetery at Mt. Hermon.  Survivors are her four sons, five daughters, four brothers, two sisters and seventeen grandchildren.

McKenzie, Lizzie Brumfield, age 79.  She was a native and lifelong resident of Pike County, and died February 11th in the Walthall General Hospital in Tylertown.  Survivors are five daughters, three sons, two sisters, twenty-seven grandchildren and thirty-three great grandchildren.

Singleton, Nancy S., age 78.  She was a former resident of Franklinton, and died February 14th in Baton Rouge.  Interment was in the Foil-Stringfield Cemetery.  Survivors are one son, two sisters and three brothers.

Thomas, Ruth C., age 55.  She was a resident of Route Five, Franklinton, and died February 15th in the Washington-St. Tammany Charity Hospital in Bogalusa.  Interment was in the Thomas Cemetery.  Survivors are her husband, McKinley Thomas, five sons, one daughter, two brothers and eight grandchildren.

3-1-1973

Sullivan, Charles Henry “C. H.”, age 56.  He was a native of Franklinton and long-time resident of Bogalusa.  Interment was in the Ponemah Cemetery.  Survivors are his widow, Lauretta Sullivan, a son, two daughters, his mother, Ella Sullivan, five brothers, two sisters, a half-brother, a half-sister and seven grandchildren.

Hall, Velma Barkley, age 81.  She was a former resident of Medicine Lodge, Kansas, and died February 22nd at Heritage Manor in Franklinton.  Interment was in Highland Cemetery in Kansas.  Survivors are two daughters, a son, two brothers, six grandchildren and two great grandchildren.

Kuhn, Barney E., age 67.  He was a resident of Bogalusa, and died February 18th.  Interment was in the Emmanuel Baptist Church Cemetery in Bogalusa.  Survivors are his wife, Ruth Kuhn, eight daughters, five sons, a brother, two half-brothers, two sisters, mother, Catherine Odom, 37 grandchildren and three great grandchildren.

Schilling, Mrs. Charles (Leona), age 91.  She was a resident of Hattiesburg, Mississippi, and formerly of the Mt. Hermon-Sunny Hill area, and died February 22nd.  Interment was in the Silver Springs Baptist Church Cemetery.  She was the mother of two children.

Carson, Lynn Evans, age 65.  He was a native of Prescott, Arizona and resident of New Orleans, and died February 4th.  Interment was in the Smith Cemetery in Warnerton.  He is survived by his widow, Elsie Miller Carson, two daughters, two sons, a brother and seven grandchildren.

3-15-1973

Pope, Ray Edward, age 48.  He was a resident of Route Two, Franklinton and a veteran of World War II, died March 11th at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the Simmons’ Cemetery in Sheridan.  Survivors are his widow, Margie Pope, three daughters, his mother, Linda Pope, two brothers and two grandsons.

Miller, Miss Betty Ruth, age 40.  A long-time resident of Mt. Hermon died March 10th.  Interment was in the Mt. Pisgah Baptist Church Cemetery.  Survivors are her mother, Zula Mae Miller, four brothers and two sisters.

Hill, Mary Jane, age 75.  She died March 9th at Riverside Medical Center.  She was a resident of Warnerton.  Interment was in the State Line Pentecostal Church Cemetery.  Survivors are her husband, Allen Hill, five sons, two daughters, one brother, two sisters, sixteen grandchildren and sixteen great grandchildren.

3-22-1973

Frey, Mrs. Fred C. “Willie Mae Jones”.  A former resident of Franklinton, died March 14th at her home in Baton Rouge.  Interment was in the Roselawn Cemetery.  Preceding her in death were four brothers, Judge Robert D. Jones, Will, Walter and Frank Jones and two sisters, Miss Myrtis Jones and Mrs. Joyce J. Hoffman.  Survivors are her husband, three daughters and a son.

Varnado, James Jewel, age 66.  A former Franklinton Resident, he died March 14th at the Community Medical Center in Bogalusa.  Interment was in the Ponemah Cemetery.  Survivors are his widow, Wilma P. Varnado, two sons, one daughter, one brother and eight grandchildren.

Shell, Mrs. W. E. (Essie Foil), age 87.  A native of Washington Parish, died March 14th at Midway Manor Nursing Home in Shreveport.  Interment was in the cemetery at Grayson, Louisiana.  Survivors are her husband, three sons, two daughters, ten grandchildren, six great grandchildren, one brother and two sisters.

Brock, Mrs. Jessie Mae, age 83.  A resident of Mt. Hermon, she died March 14th at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the Bogue Chitto Baptist Church Cemetery.  Survivors are three sons, two daughters and one brother.

3-29-1973

Simmons, Joe Reid, age e81.  A native and resident of Mt. Hermon died March 20th at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the Bogue Chitto Baptist Church.  Survivors are four sons, three daughters, sixteen grandchildren and nine great grandchildren.

Stafford, Murrell Newton, age 81.  A native of Washington Parish and long-time resident of Jennings, La., died March 22nd in Lake Charles.  Interment was in the Greenwood Cemetery.  He was a veteran of World War I.  Survivors are his widow, Ellie Flournoy Stafford, one son, one daughter, three grandchildren, five sisters and four brothers.

Smith, WO-2 Jessie W., age 34.  He died March 23rd at the Naval Base Hospital at San Diego, California.  Interment was in the National Cemetery in Port Hudson, La.  Survivors are his widow, Mary Smith, two sons, his mother, Mrs. Jake Smith, two brothers and three sisters.

McClurry, Oletia Rainey.  She died in the Centerville Hospital in Centerville, Mississippi.  Final rites were held March 18th in Ponchatoula.  Interment was in the Wetmoore Cemetery in Ponchatoula.  Survivors are her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Tom Rainey, her husband, Leonce McClurry, three daughters, three sons, six sisters, twenty-one grandchildren and two great grandchildren.

4-5-1973

Roberts, C. B. “Boss”, age 71.  A resident of Washington Parish, died at his home on Route One, Mt. Hermon on April 6th.  Interment was in the Mt. Pisgah Baptist Church Cemetery.  Survivors are his widow, Doris Miller Roberts, two sons, a daughter and one grandchild.

Simmons, Leroy, age 61.  A native of Franklinton and resident of Jackson, Mississippi, died April 3rd.  Interment was in the Lakewood Cemetery.  He was preceded in death by one son, Charles, his parents, Mrs. Ida Self and Martin Simmons, one brother, Ottis Simmons.  Survivors are his widow, Louise Dean Simmons, three sons, two sisters and three brothers.

Magee, Charles M., age 75.  He was a resident of Route Five, Franklinton, and died April 8th at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the Magee Cemetery.  Survivors are one son, one daughter, a sister, twelve grandchildren and fourteen great grandchildren.

Magee, Charles M., age 75.  A resident of Route Five, Franklinton, he died April 8th at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the Magee Cemetery.  Survivors are one son, a daughter, a sister, twelve grandchildren and fourteen great grandchildren.

5-3-1973

Allen, Letha Seal, age 49.  She died at her home on 16th Avenue in Franklinton, on April 27th.  Interment was in the Canaan Baptist Church Cemetery.  Survivors are her husband, Ellie Allen, three sons, three brothers, four sisters and four grandchildren.

Duncan, Eulon W., age 72.  A native of Mt. Hermon died in Riverside Medical Center on April 11th.  Interment was in the Midway Pentecostal Church.  Survivors are his widow, Ruby Duncan, one son, two daughters, twelve grandchildren, twelve great grandchildren, one sister and one brother.

Babers, Michael Stephen, age 19.  He died April 25th in the Baton Rouge General Hospital.  Graveside rites were held at the family cemetery at Laurel Hill.  Survivors are his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Bertram F. Barbers, III of Baton Rouge and Laurel Hill in West Feliciana, four sisters, his grandmothers, Vida Pelayo Babers, Mrs. Lawrence Green, his great grandmothers, Mrs. Sidney Marion Pelayo and Mrs. John F. Carter.

5-10-1973

Cutrer, Walter Louis.  A native of Greensburg and former resident of Franklinton, died April 28th.  Interment was in the Greensburg Cemetery.  Survivors are his father, John T. Cutrer, three sisters and four brothers.

Dixon, Clifford C., age 50.  A resident of Marrero died May 2nd at West Jefferson Hospital.  Interment was in the Enon Cemetery.  He was a former resident of Enon.  Survivors are his widow, Virgie Dixon, two sons, one daughter, one grandson, mother, Nina Mae Dixon, two sisters and one brother.

Jones, Starling Boyd, age 57.  A native of Enon, died May 7th at the Community Medical Center in Bogalusa.  Interment was in the Morris Cemetery in Franklinton.  Survivors are his widow, Helen Jones, a daughter, a son, five grandchildren and two brothers.

5-17-1973

Richard, Lawrence “Skippy”.  A resident of Norco died May 8th.  Interment was in the Charles Mausoleum in Destrehan.  Survivors are his wife, Louise Robichaux Richard, sons, a daughter, sisters, and eight grandchildren.

Creel, Wayne.  He died May 10th in Jackson, La.  Burial was in Jackson, La.  Survivors are his widow, seven children, four brothers, six sisters, two uncles and two aunts.

Erwin, Vernon Ottis (Joe), age 48.  A resident of Franklinton, died May 14th at the Memorial Hospital in Slidell.  Interment was in the Stoney Point Cemetery.  Survivors are two brothers and three sisters.

Harvey, John Phillip, age 25.  A resident of Baton Rouge drowned May 12th in False River in Pointe Coupee Parish.  Interment was in the Mt. Hermon Cemetery.  Survivors are his widow, Betty Jean Holliday Harvey, two daughters, a brother and a half brother, a sister and three half sisters, his father, W. P. Harvey, mother, Mrs. Jimmy Threasher, paternal grandfather, Percy Dedon, maternal grandmother, Mrs. Ettley Barber.

Gougenheim, Lizette Richardson, age 99.  She died May 10th at her home in Morgan City, La.  Interment was in the Morgan City Cemetery.  Survivors are four children, thirteen grandchildren, twenty-five great grandchildren and one great-great grandchild.

Smith, Mrs. Sid L. (Sarah).  Final rites will be conducted May 17th, with interment in the Fisher Cemetery.

5-24-1973

Holliday, Reffie, age 48.  A resident of Mt. Hermon died May 19th in a Kentwood Hospital.  Interment was in the Mt. Hermon Cemetery.  Survivors are his mother, Modie Holliday, three sisters and two half sisters.

Magee, Donald Newton (D. N.), age 64.  A native of Washington Parish and former resident of Franklinton, died May 17th at his home in Texas.  He was the son of the late Fannie Varnado and D. N. Magee.  Final rites were conducted in Texas.  Survivors are his widow, Corrine Coyne Magee, two daughters and six sisters.

Smith, Mrs. Sid L. (Sarah), also known as “Sister”, age 94.  A long-time Franklinton resident, died May 16th in Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the Fisher Cemetery.  Survivors are one daughter, two brothers, one sister, two grandchildren, ten great grandchildren and four great, great grandchildren.

Creel, Edna Crowe, age 75.  A resident of Franklinton, died May 19th at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the Fisher Cemetery.  Survivors are one daughter, a brother, a sister and two grandchildren.

5-31-1973

Bond, Brantley E. (Pete), age 58.  A resident of the Stoney Point Community, died May 23rd at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the Stoney Point Cemetery.  Survivors are his widow, Thelma Passman Bond, one daughter, two brothers, two sisters and two grandchildren.

Magee, Agnes Wood, age 78.  A resident of Bickham Street, she died May 25th at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the Ellis Cemetery.  Survivors are her husband, H. Prentiss Magee, two daughters, one brother, four sisters, six grandchildren and one great grandchild.

6-7-1973

Morris, Robert, age 82.  A resident of Mt. Hermon died May 31st in the Walthall County General Hospital in Tylertown.  Interment was in the Mt. Hermon Cemetery.  Survivors are his widow, Tena Miller Morris, one son, five daughters, one brother, fifteen grandchildren, sixteen great grandchildren and three great-great grandchildren.

Lynch, Mrs. H. J. (Margaret Starns), age 74.  A native of Louisiana and resident of Baton Rouge died May 31st in the Baton Rouge General Hospital.  Interment was in Roselawn Memorial Park.  Survivors are one daughter, two sons, a sister, a brother, several grandchildren and great grandchildren.

Wood, John R., age 74.  A native of Franklinton and long-time resident of Bogalusa died June 3rd in the Community Medical Center in Bogalusa.  Interment was in the Hillview Memorial Gardens.  Survivors are his widow, Maggie B. Wood, one daughter, two sisters and grandchildren.

Gill, Lula Dee, age 47.  A resident of Route Two, Mt. Hermon, died June 3rd at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the Seal Cemetery in Varnado.  Survivors are one daughter two brothers and three sisters.

Bankston, Infant.  Graveside rites for the infant daughter of Mr. and Mrs. James Harold Bankston of Franklinton were conducted Sunday afternoon at the Stoney Point Cemetery.  In addition to the parents, survivors include one sister, and grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. William Crain and Mr. and Mrs. A. E. Bankston.

6-14-1973

Morris, William Buell, age 60.  A resident of Route two, Mt. Hermon, died June 19th at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the Mt. Hermon Cemetery.  Survivors are his widow, Margaret Bateman Morris, one son, his mother, Tena Miller Morris and five sisters.

6-21-1973

Magee, Henry Prentiss, age 79.  He died June 10th at his Franklinton home, just nineteen days after the death of his wife, Agnes Wood Magee.  Interment was in the Ellis Cemetery.  Survivors are two daughters, four sisters, six grandchildren and one great grandchild.

Shoemaker, Joe M., age 29.  A resident of New Sarpy, La., died June 18th at Ochsner’s Foundation Hospital in New Orleans.  Interment was in the State Line Cemetery.  Survivors are his widow, Nell Beard Shoemaker, one son, one daughter, one brother and two sisters.

Babington, Robert, age 87.  A native of Franklinton, he died June 13th at the Coast Convalescent Home in Biloxi, Ms.  Survivors are his widow, Leta Stewart Babington, one son, two daughters, one brother, three sisters, five grandchildren and four great grandchildren.

6-28-1973

Bateman, Ezekiel Ellis, age 66.  Native and lifelong resident of Route Six, Franklinton, died June 26th at McGehee Clinic in Franklinton.  Interment was in the Ellis Cemetery.

Miller, Lindsey L., age 59.  A native and resident of Mt. Hermon and Jackson, La., died June 20th.  Interment was in the Morris Cemetery.  Survivors are his widow, Odilee Alford Miller, 5 daughters, one son, three sisters, two brothers and twenty-seven grandchildren.

7-5-1973

McClendon, Josephine, age 84.  A native of Mt. Hermon died June 28th at Walthall County General Hospital in Tylertown.  Interment was in the Pleasant Hill Cemetery at Mt. Hermon.  Survivors are two sons, three daughters, twin sisters, two half sisters, two half brothers, seventeen grandchildren and twenty great grandchildren.

Bateman, Ezekiel Ellis, age 66.  A native and life-long resident of Route Six, Franklinton and died June 26th at McGehee Clinic in Franklinton.  Interment was in the Ellis Cemetery.  Survivors are his widow, Lucy Smith Bateman, three sons, one daughter, a brother and eight grandchildren.

Sylvest, Vince E., age 63.  A native of Franklinton and long-time resident of Baton Rouge died June 29th.  Interment was in Roselawn Memorial Park.  Survivors are his widow, Mary Gleason Sylvest, three daughters, three sons, five sisters, four brothers, several aunts and uncles and grandchildren.

7-12-1973

Beard, Malcus W., age 60.  A native of Washington Parish and a resident of New Sarpy, La., died July 5th at Southern Baptist Hospital in New Orleans.  Interment was in State Line Cemetery.  Survivors are his widow, Gracie W. Beard, five sons, five daughters, three brothers, three sisters, step mother, Ola McKenzie and twelve grandchildren.

Myles, Effie Forrest, age 69.  A resident of Franklinton, died July 6th at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in Ellis Cemetery.  She was a native and life-long resident of Franklinton.  Survivors are her husband, Ambus I. Myles, one son, three daughters, one brother, a sister, eight grandchildren and three great grandchildren.

Walker, Bessie Miller, age 78.  A resident of Mt. Hermon died at Villa Felicina Nursing Home in Jackson, La. on July 3rd.  Interment was in the Bogue Chitto Cemetery.  Survivors are two brothers, a sister and a foster daughter.

Babington, Florence, age 57.  A resident of Bogalusa died at Wiley Institute of Molecular Medicine in Dallas, TX.  Final rites were conducted July 9th in Bogalusa.  Interment was in the Ellis Cemetery.  Survivors are her husband, Roy Babington, her mother, Lillie Woodward, three daughters, a son, two sisters, two brothers and fourteen grandchildren.

7-19-1973

Moore, Blanche W., age 91.  A native of Conecub County, Al., and long-time resident of Franklinton, died July 14th at her home on Main Street.  Interment was in the Ellis Cemetery.  She was survived by her daughter, Miss Marie Moore.

8-9-1973

Smith, Warren C., age 52.  A resident of Parker Street, died July 31st.  Interment was in the Ponemah Cemetery.  Survivors are his mother, Mrs. Lee (Janie) Holmes, one brother and three sisters.  

Brumfield, John Atney, age 66.  He died July 31st at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the Hays Creek Baptist Church Cemetery. A native of Washington Parish.  Survivors are his widow, Veda McDaniel Brumfield, six sons, one step daughter, three brothers, four sisters, twenty-six grandchildren and three great grandchildren.

DeLaughter, Jewell B., age 73.  A resident of Tylertown, Ms., died August 4th at Riverside Medical Center from an automobile accident.  Funeral services were held in Tylertown.  Survived by two sons, two daughters, two brothers, a sister, two stepdaughters, twelve grandchildren, two step grandchildren and two great grandchildren.

DeLaughter, Arie Ann.  Funeral services were held August 5th in Tylertown.  She died in an automobile accident.  Survivors are her husband, Jewell DeLaughter, two sons and two daughters.

8-16-1973

Wood, Christine Foy, age 52.  A resident of Route Two, Franklinton, died August 11th in Ochsner’s Foundation Hospital in New Orleans.  Interment was in the Bethel Church Cemetery.  Survivors are her husband, William Stewart Wood, parents, Mr. and Mrs. A. W. Foy Sr., one brother and three sisters.

Bateman, Allie Toney, age 86.  A native of Washington Parish and resident of Route Six Franklinton, died August 11th in the Presbyterian Rest Home in Homer, La.  Interment was in the Ellis Cemetery.  Survivors are four sons, one daughter, a brother, a half sister, seventeen grandchildren and fourteen great grandchildren.

8-23-1973

Crowe, Morrison, age 70.  He died August 17th in the Veterans’ Administration in Biloxi, Ms.  Interment was in Stevens Cemetery.  Survivors are two sisters, two brothers, three nephews and nieces.

8-30-1973

Wray, Edward Maurice, age 63.  Resident of Route One, Mt. Hermon, died August 24th in the Community Medical Center in Bogalusa.  Interment was in the Mt. Pisgah Cemetery.  Survivors are his widow, Jewel T. Wray, one son, two daughters, one brother, one sister, three grandchildren, eight nephews and two nieces.

Brooks, James, age 16.  A resident of Route Five, Franklinton, died August 25th.  Interment was in the Brooks-Martin Cemetery.  Survivors are his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Willie J. Brooks, three brothers, one sister and his grandmother, Esmer Brooks.

Sumrall, Barbara Ann.  She died August 27th at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in Morris Cemetery.  Survivors are her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Donzil R. Sumrall, grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. John Q. Sumrall and Mr. and Mrs. John L. Lawrence, great grandmother, Mrs. George (Eula) Varnado, Mrs. Velma Sumrall and great grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. C. D. McCharen.

9-6-1973

Martin, Ella Mae, age 69.  A resident of Stanton, Michigan, died August 29th.  Interment was in the Ellis Cemetery.  Survivors are her husband, Elmer Martin, mother, Mrs. Evie Passman Stevens, four brothers, seven sisters, a step sister, a step son and a step daughter.

9-13-1973

Padwa, Harry, age 76.  A resident of Covington died September 3rd at St. Tammany Hospital in Covington.  Interment was in the Magee Cemetery in Franklinton.  Survivors are his widow, Dorothy Magee Padwa, one son, one daughter and three brothers.

Sawyer, Mary Forbes, age 82.  She was born in Old Marion County, Ms. and the daughter of Alfred and Abbie Passman Forbes.  She married Ben Sawyer, who preceded her in death.  She was a former resident of Bogalusa and resident at Heritage Manor in Franklinton.  She died September 4th.  Interment was in Rushing Cemetery in Tylertown.  Survivors are four sons, one daughter, nineteen grandchildren and twenty-two great grandchildren.

Rigdon, Arthur F., age 64.  A resident of Route Four, Franklinton, died September 10th.  Interment was in the Ellis Cemetery.  Survivors are his wife, Colleen Magee Rigdon, parents, Mr. and Mrs. Barney E. Rigdon, two sons, one daughter and two sisters.

Simmons, Lillian Valloft, age 72.  A native of Franklinton, died September 7th at Hotel Dieu in New Orleans.  She was the wife of the late Barrett P. Simmons.  Interment was in St. Louis Cemetery No. Three.  Survivors are one daughter, one son, two sisters, one brother and three grandchildren.

9-20-1973

Jones, Marvin, age 69.  He died September 13th at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in Crain’s Creek Cemetery.  Survivors are his widow, Gertrude Crain Jones, four sons, eight daughters, a daughter-in-law, a brother, a sister, eighty-seven grandchildren and twenty-five great grandchildren.

Bankston, Della Miller, age 86.  A resident of Route Six, Franklinton, died September16th at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the Ellis Cemetery.  She was a life-long resident of Washington Parish.  Survivors are her husband, Henry H. Bankston, two sons, three daughters, one sister, nineteen grandchildren and thirteen great grandchildren.

Ingram, Mary (Mollie), age 77.  She died September 15th at Methodist Hospital in New Orleans.  Interment was in the Nobles Cemetery.  Survivors are three sons, one daughter, four brothers, two sisters, twenty-three grandchildren and twenty-six great grandchildren.

9-27-1973

Watson, Eddie W., age 87.  He died September 20th at Rest Haven Nursing Home in Bogalusa.  Interment was in the Pleasant Hill Cemetery in Mt. Hermon.  Survivors are three sons, three daughters, six brothers, one sister, twenty-one grandchildren and fourteen great grandchildren.

Miller, J. C., age 61.  A resident of Green Street, Franklinton, he died September 24th at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the Mt. Pisgah Cemetery.  Survivors are his widow, Neva McKenzie Miller, one son, one daughter, three brothers and five grandchildren.

10-4-1973

Varnado, Luther Monroe, age 75.  He was a resident of Route Two Franklinton, and died on October 2nd at the home of his daughter.  Interment was in the Seal Cemetery. Survivors are a son, two daughters, two brothers, a sister and sixteen grandchildren.

Reese, Otties, age 69.  A resident of Hammond died September 28th at Seventh Ward Hospital in Hammond.  Interment was in Greenlawn Cemetery.  Survivors are his widow, Camille Graziano Reese, one son, five sisters and one brother.

Smith, Homer, age 68.  A resident of Del Prado Parkway, Cape Coral, Florida, died October 4th at Lee Memorial Hospital.  Interment was in the Bogue Chitto Church Cemetery.  Survivors are his widow, Clara Mae Alford Smith, three sons, one daughter, three grandchildren one brother and one sister.

10-18-1973

Lowery, Marilyn June Pope, age 24.  She died October 11th in the Community Medical Center in Bogalusa.  Interment was in the Simmons’ Cemetery at Sheridan.  Survivors are her husband, Richard Lowery, her mother, Mrs. Ray (Margie) Pope, two sisters, three nephews and her grandmother, Mrs. Linda Pope.  She is the daughter of the late State Trooper, Ray Pope.

Bateman, Murphy, age 81.  A resident of Route One Franklinton and a native of Washington Parish, died October 16th at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the Ellis Cemetery.  Survivors are his widow, Ethel M. Bateman, one daughter, three brothers, four sisters, five grandchildren and nine great grandchildren.

McCain, Edith Fussell, age 79.  A resident of Route Four, Franklinton, died October 16th at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in Morris Cemetery.  She is the daughter of the late John M. and Ella Fussell.  Survivors are her husband, Murphy J. McCain, one son, five brothers, three sister, four grandchildren and three great grandchildren.

Stafford, Robert Felder.  The infant son of former Franklinton residents, Mr. and Mrs. Gary Stafford, now of Warwick, Rhode Island, died on October 8th in the Rhode Island Hospital in Providence, Rhode Island.  Interment was in Fisher Cemetery.  Survivors in addition to parents are grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Gary Stafford Sr., Dr. and Mrs. R. L. Rollins, great grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. H. F. Stafford, Mrs. Rubye B. Rollins, Mrs. H. P. Norman, Sr.

10-25-1973

Drake, Ernestine Wood, age 76.  A resident of Bickham Street, formerly of New Jersey, died October 22 at Eye, Ear, Nose and Throat Hospital in New Orleans.  Interment was in the Magee Cemetery.  Survivors are her husband, Ellis E. Drake, one brother, two sisters, a twin sister and one grandson.  

Robison, PFC Charles J., age 23.  A resident of Fort Hood, Texas, died October 17th.  Interment was in the Plainview Cemetery.  Survivors are his widow, Bonnie Sue Walker Robison, his father, Sam Robison and three sisters.

11-1-1973

Lea, I. G., age 67.  A former Franklinton resident, a long-time resident of Baytown, Texas, and native of McComb, Mississippi, died October 27th in the Baytown Memorial Hospital.  Interment was in the Baytown Cemetery.  Survivors are his widow, Ada Lea, a daughter, a brother, two sisters, two grandchildren, a niece and three nephews.

Manning, Ida Pierce, age 84.  A resident of Main Street, Franklinton, died October 28th at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the Morris Cemetery.  Survivors are her husband, Martin D. Manning Sr., four sons, four daughters, one brother, three sisters, fifteen grandchildren, twenty-two great grandchildren and two great, great grandchildren.

Jones, Alda Corkern, age 78.  A resident of the Enon Community died October 29th at her residence.  Interment was in the Enon Cemetery.  Survivors are one son, one daughter, three brothers, four sisters, five grandchildren and three great grandchildren.

11-8-1973

Parker, Margaret Graves.  A resident of McComb, she died November 3rd at Southwest Mississippi General Hospital.  Interment was in the Hollywood Cemetery in McComb.  She was in the daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. W. N. Graves, who were residents of Clifton.  Survivors are her husband, Harry Parker, one son, three grandchildren and two brothers.

11-15-1973

Overbey, Martha Crouse, age 80.  Interment was in the Greenlawn Cemetery.  Survivors are two daughters, two sisters, a brother and seven grandchildren.

Bahm, Maurice, age 67.  A native of Franklinton and resident of Baton Rouge died November 6th.  Interment was in the Roselawn Cemetery.  Survivors are his widow, Alec Forbes Bahm, three brothers and six sisters.

Burch, William Durwood, age 25.  A resident of Route One, Mt. Hermon, died November 11th in an automobile accident.  Interment was in the Mt. Pisgah Baptist Church Cemetery.  Survivors are his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Joe S. Burch, one brother, two sisters and grandmother, Mrs. Edna Lebo.

Williams, Howard R., age 64.  A resident of Route 2 Franklinton, he died November 10th in the Community Medical Center in Bogalusa.  Interment was in the Oak Grove Missionary Baptist Church Cemetery.  Survivors are his two sons, two daughters, a brother, six sisters and ten grandchildren.

Phillips, Irene, age 65.  She died November 12th in a Bogalusa hospital.  Interment was in the Nobles Cemetery.  A resident of Route Five Franklinton, she is survived by a sister, a brother, three nieces and two nephews.

11-29-1973

Stafford, Lunnie T., age 79.  A resident of Adams Street in Bogalusa, she died November 24th at Heritage Manor in Franklinton.  Interment was in the Bonner Creek Church Cemetery.  Survivors are her husband, Collie O. Stafford, five sons and one daughter.

12-6-1973

Burkhalter, Louis Lloyd (Brub), age 52.  A former Franklinton resident, he died November 29th at his home in Baton Rouge.  Graveside rites were in the Ellis Cemetery.  Survivors are his widow, Elleanor Willis Burkhalter, two sons and two sisters.

Morgan, Dolly, age 68.  She died in Mt. Hermon at the home of her son on November 29th.  Interment was in Nobles Cemetery.  Survivors are two sons, one brother, five grandchildren, nieces and nephews.

McNair, Mrs. Willie B.  She was born January 25, 1904 to W. W. and Mima Magee Babington.  She was a native of Baton Rouge and a resident of Covington. She died December 2nd at St. Tammany Parish Hospital in Covington.  Interment was in the Ellis Cemetery.  Survivors are two sisters and a brother.

Sumrall, Morgan B., age 73.  He died at his home on Route Five, Franklinton, on December 3rd.  Interment was in the Nobles Cemetery.  Survivors are his widow, Rosa Barber Sumrall, three daughters, six grandchildren and four great grandchildren.

12-13-1973

Magee, Pearl, age 86.  She died December 9th at Riverside Medical Center.  She was a long-time resident of the Sunny Hill Community and was preceded in death by her husband, Marvin J. Magee and three sons.  Survivors are five sons, two daughters, fifteen grandchildren and great grandchildren.  Interment was in the Sunny Hill Cemetery.

Barber, O. D., age 58.  A resident of the Springhill Community died December 9th at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the Springhill Cemetery.  Survivors are one son, one daughter, six brothers and three sisters.

12-20-1973

Magee, Henry Clayton, age 48.  He died December 13th at his home on Tenth Avenue.  Survivors are his widow, Doris Kinchen Magee, one son, one daughter, a brother, one sister, nieces and nephews.  

12-27-1973

Burch, B. J., Jr.  A native of Mt. Hermon, he died December 18th at his home in Hammond.  Interment was in the Hammond Cemetery.  Survivors are his widow, Louise King Burch, one son, two daughters, mother, Mrs. Rose Burch, one sister and one brother.

Miller, J. D., age 58.  A native of Mt. Hermon died December 18th at his family residence on Route Two, Mt. Hermon.  Interment was in the Mt. Hermon Cemetery.  Survivors are his widow, Nellie C. Miller, one son, one daughter, six grandchildren and two brothers.


1-3-1974

Burch, Julia Brumfield, age 69.  A resident of Mt. Hermon died at Heritage Manor on December 28th.  Interment was in the Rushing Cemetery in Tylertown.  Survivors are her husband, Leon Burch, three daughters, two sons, three sisters, two brothers, twelve grandchildren and nine great grandchildren.

Holton, Grady, age 71.  A resident of Hugo, Oklahoma, died December 24th at St. Paul’s Hospital in Dallas, Texas.  Interment was in the Mt. Olive Cemetery in Hugo, Oklahoma.  Survivors are his widow, Verda Holton, two daughters, (one daughter is Mrs. Ed Wareham of Franklinton), three brothers and six grandchildren.

Lanford, Ollie D., age 61.  A resident of Route One, Mt. Hermon, died December 23rd at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the Mt. Pisgah Cemetery.  Survivors are her husband, James L. Lanford, one son, four daughters, three brothers, four sisters and thirteen grandchildren.

Reedy, Melva Wright, age 83.  She died December 27th at her home in McComb.  Interment was in Hollywood Cemetery.  Survivors are her husband of sixty-five years, W. P. Reedy, two sons, two sisters, five grandchildren and ten great grandchildren.

Carter, Vera Byrnes, age 53.  She died December 27th at her home in Morton, Illinois.  She is survived by her husband, Prentiss Bernard Carter, one son, three daughters, one sister and four grandchildren.  Interment was in the Ellis Cemetery.

Bankston, Howard Myles.  He died December 23rd from a vehicle accident on Ponchartrain Causeway, when his vehicle plunged into the lake.  His body was located on December 27th.  Survivors are his widow, Patricia Tyrney Bankston, one son, a daughter, mother, Inez Bankston McKenzie, two brothers and one sister.

Busby, William Riley, age 40.  A resident of Route Two Franklinton, he died December 30th in a hunting accident.  Interment was in the Springhill Cemetery.  Survivors are his widow, Emma Gates Busby, two sons, three daughters, and parents, Mr. and Mrs. John Busby, two brothers and a sister.

Pierson, Judge Allen Butler, age 69.  A native of Ponchatoula, died December 29th in the Seventh Ward Hospital in Hammond.  Interment was in the Ponchatoula Cemetery.  Survivors are his widow, Marguerite Powell Pierson, a son, four daughters and eleven grandchildren.

Thomas, Robert T., age 75.  He died December 25th at Walthall County General Hospital in Tylertown.  Interment was in the Thomas Cemetery.  Survivors are his widow, Ouida Wood Thomas, two sons, a daughter, three brothers, a sister, six grandchildren and nine great grandchildren.

1-10-1974

Finley, Bertha Lee, age 31.  She died January 7th at her residence in Route 2, Franklinton.  Survivors are her husband, Robert B. Finley, her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Horace Schilling, six brothers, four sisters, her maternal grandmother, Fannie Jenkins and her paternal grandfather, Arnold Schilling.

Miller, Willis Collier, age 96.  A native of Washington Parish died December 29th in Angleton, Texas, a convalescent home.  He resided in Freeport, Texas for the past 32 years.  Survivors are five daughters, two sons, 21 grandchildren, 35 great grandchildren and three great-great grandchildren.

Brumfield, Billy Carl, age 44.  A resident of Tot Street, Bogalusa, he died January 1st at Bogalusa Community Medical Center.  Interment was in the Ellis Cemetery.  Survivors are his widow, Audie Mae Brumfield, a son, three daughters, stepmother, Myrtis Brumfield, four grandchildren, four stepdaughters, two stepsons and six step grandchildren.

Mizell, Frank J., age 49.  He was a resident of the Isabel community and lived on Route 4, Franklinton.  He died January 2nd in an automobile accident.  Interment was in the Mizell Cemetery.  Survivors are his widow, Ruth Fussell Mizell, three sons, three daughters, two brothers, one sister, five half brothers and a half sister.

1-17-1974

Thomas, James McKinley.  A life-long resident of Franklinton, died January 12th in Washington-St. Tammany Hospital.  Interment was in Thomas Cemetery.  Survivors are five sons, one daughter, his mother, Harriet Thomas, one sister, four brothers and nine grandchildren.

1-24-1974

Press, George, age 76.  Resident of New Orleans, died January 14th.  Interment was in the Mt. Hermon Baptist Church Cemetery.  Survivors are a daughter, a brother and sister in New York and several brothers and sisters of Rosenheim Germany.

Corkern, James Calvin “Jimmy”, age 33.  A native of Franklinton, he lived in Amite.  He died January 17th at his home.  Interment was in the Magee Cemetery.  Body lay in state at Springhill Baptist Church.  Survivors are his wife, Jennie Faye Robinson, two daughters, mother, Mrs. Delon (Mae) Barber, a brother and a sister.

Miller, Neva McKenzie, age 58.  A native of Tylertown and resident of Franklinton, she died January 19th at Heritage Manor Nursing Home.  Interment was in the Mt. Pisgah Baptist Church Cemetery.  Survivors are a son, one daughter, five grandchildren, three brothers and four sisters.

Varnado, Fletcher, age 63.  He was formerly a resident of Route Three, Franklinton and died January 20th at East Louisiana State Hospital in Jackson.  Interment was in the Canaan Baptist Church Cemetery.  Survivors are two brothers, six sisters and several nieces and nephews.

Thomas, Lloyd L., age 58.  A resident of Route One, Franklinton, he died January 18th at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in Acey’s Creek Missionary Baptist Church.  Survivors are June Hasket Thomas, four sons and six daughters.

Hill, Mary Beard, age 54.  A resident of Route Six, Franklinton and died January 16th at Charity Hospital in New Orleans.  Interment was in State Line Cemetery.  Survivors are her husband, Allen Hill, five sons, a daughter, three brothers, two sisters and 10 grandchildren.

1-31-1974

Fussell, Arnold W., age 69.  He was a resident of Enon and died January 22nd at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the Fussell Cemetery.  Survivors are his wife, Junie Miller Fussell, one son, one daughter, four brothers, three sisters, nine grandchildren and two great grandchildren.

Evans, Mrs. W. O. (Minnie Lou), age 87.  She was a former resident of Superior Avenue in Bogalusa, and died January 28th at Heritage Manor Nursing Home in Franklinton.  Interment was in the Bonney Cemetery in Angie.  Survivors are one daughter, three grandchildren and five great grandchildren.

2-7-1974 (Should be 2-14-1974)

Crowe, Miss Eula J. (Nettie), age 73.  She was a resident of Route Three, Franklinton, and died February 2nd in the Bogalusa Community Medical Center.  Interment was in the Stevens Cemetery.  Survivors are her brother and a host of nieces and nephews.

Bateman, Dudley H., age 68.  He was a resident of Route Six, Franklinton, and died February 3rd at Riverside Medical Center.  He was in the son of the late Ellis E. Bateman and Celia Garrett Bateman.  Interment was in the Ellis Cemetery.  He is survived by his wife, Ellen Smith Bateman, three nephews, one niece, four great nephews and four great nieces.

Varnado, George W., age 78.  He was a native and resident of Franklinton, and died February 8th at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the Ellis Cemetery.  Survivors are his widow, Reita Varnado, two sons, five grandchildren and three brothers.

Burch, James Alton, age 65.  He was a resident of 15th Avenue, Franklinton, and died February 9th at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the Mt. Pisgah Cemetery.  Survivors are his wife, Mamie Magee Burch, two brothers and five sisters.

McCain, John Hamp, age 75.  He was a resident of Route Two, Franklinton, and died February 11th at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the Poplarhead Missionary Baptist Church Cemetery.  Survivors are his wife, Alma Spears McCain and one brother, Norman McCain.

Lewis, Wilber C., Jr., age 15.  He died February 6th at Southern Baptist Hospital in New Orleans.  Interment was in the Blackwater Cemetery in Baton Rouge.  Survivors are his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Wilber C. Lewis, two sisters, one brother, and grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Tate M. Magee and Dr. Samuel S. Lewis, Sr.  The mother of the deceased is the former Carolyn Magee.

2-21-1974

Bateman, Frank O., age 74.  He died February 18th.  Interment was in the Enon Cemetery.  Survivors are his widow, Lillie Richardson Bankston, three sons, two daughters, two sisters, thirteen grandchildren and three great grandchildren.

Mizell, Leo, age 79.  He was a resident of Route One Bogalusa, in the Rio Community, and died February 17th at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the Pierce Cemetery.  Survivors are his widow, Ruth Talley Mizell, one daughter, three brothers, one sister, two grandchildren and four great grandchildren.

Dickerson, James Willard, age 60.  He was a resident of Franklinton, and died February 18th in Carterville Hospital in Carterville, Illinois.  Survivors are his widow, Nellie O’Neil Dickerson, three sons, one brother, one sister and twelve grandchildren.

Galloway, Miss Aval Jenette, age 39.  She was a resident of Route One, Bogalusa, and died February 18th at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the Adams Cemetery.  Survivors are her father, James E. Galloway, five brothers and two sisters.

2-28-1974

Verberne, E. C., age 53.  Resident of the Sunny Hill Community was killed January 22nd at his residence.
Interment was in the Ellis Cemetery.  Survivors are one daughter, two grandchildren, a brother and two sisters.  He is the husband of Dolly Lawrence Verberne.

Verberne, Dolly Lawrence, age 47.  Resident of the Sunny Hill Community was killed January 22th at her residence.  Interment was in the Ellis Cemetery.  Survivors are one daughter, two grandchildren and two sisters.  She is the wife of E. C. Verberne.

Spears, Thelma Mae, age 57.  She was a resident of Williams Street in Franklinton, and died February 23rd.  Interment was in the Nobles Cemetery.  Preceded in death by her husband, Hollis Spears.  Survivors are one son, father, Arnold E. Schillings, three brothers and four sisters.

Burch, U. H., age 52.  He was a resident of Franklinton and died February 19th at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the Mixon Cemetery.  Survivors are his widow, Helen Wall Burch, mother, Nancy Burch, five sons, one daughter, two stepsons, ten grandchildren, four sisters, two brothers, and numerous nephews and nieces.

Howell, Lester, age 67.  He was a resident of Route Two Franklinton, and died February 25th in the Walthall County General Hospital in Tylertown.  He was a native of Nebraska and resided in Franklinton only six months.  Interment was in the Poplarhead Cemetery.  Survivors are his wife, Allene W. Howell, one daughter, a sister and four grandchildren.

Sharp, Estus A., age 54.  A resident of Franklinton, died February 21st in the Washington-St. Tammany Hospital in Bogalusa.  Interment was in the Spencer Cemetery.  Survivors are his widow, Evelyn Sharp, three sons, two daughters, three brothers, two sisters and five grandchildren.

Johnson, George, age 92.  He was a resident of Route Three, Franklinton and died February 25th at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the Mt. Hermon Cemetery.  Survivors are five sons, one daughter, one brother, twenty three grandchildren, fifty two great grandchildren and six great, great grandchildren.

Dickerson, James Willard, age 60.  A resident of Franklinton, died February 18th in Carterville Hospital in Carterville, Illinois.  Interment was in the Bonner Creek Church Cemetery.  Survivors are his widow, Nellie Mae Dickerson, three sons, one brother, one sister and twelve grandchildren.

3-7-1974

Alford, Bertie P., age 86.  A native and resident of Mt. Hermon died February 27th at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the Bullock Cemetery.  Survivors are four sons, two daughters, a brother, two sisters, thirteen grandchildren and twenty three great grandchildren.

Green, Luby John, age 72.  A native of Enon, he died February 26th at Heritage Manor.  He was the son of John C. Green and Nena Williams Green; he was the fifth seven children who predeceased him.  Interment was in the Enon Cemetery.  Survivors are his widow, Edra Hays Green, a son and one grandson.

Patterson, George Travis, age 66.  He was a resident of Mt. Hermon and died February 26th in the Community Medical Center in Bogalusa.  Interment was in the Ellis Cemetery.  Survivors are his widow, Mildred Kemp Patterson, three sons, four daughters, four brothers, five sisters, his father, Sim Travis Patterson and thirteen grandchildren.

Duncan, Gussie, age 69.  She was a life-long resident of Tylertown and died March 2nd in the Walthall County General Hospital in Tylertown.  Interment was in the Duncan Cemetery.  Survivors are one son, three grandsons, three brothers and three sisters.

3-14-1974

Rainey, J. C., age 50.  He was a former resident of the Canaan Community and died at his home in Marianna, Florida.  He is the son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Tom Rainey.  Survivors are his widow, Sammie Little Rainey, one daughter, two grandsons, six sisters and one brother.

Hyde, Verna Carter, age 69.  A resident of Mt. Hermon died March 6th in Houston, Texas.  Interment was in the Carter Cemetery.  Survivors are her husband, Odis Hyde, one son, one brother, one sister and three grandchildren.

Goings, Ruby S., age 87.  She was a resident of Mt. Hermon and died March 3rd in Baton Rouge.  Interment was in the Mt. Hermon Cemetery.  Survivors are one son, one daughter, one brother, two sisters, four grandchildren and three great grandchildren.

3-21-1974

Thigpen, Floyd John, age 67.  He died March 13th at his home in the Springhill Community.  Interment was in the Springhill Cemetery.  Survivors are his widow, Alphus Tullos Thigpen, two daughters, two brothers, four sisters and five grandchildren.

3-28-1974

Daniel, Stella Gill, age 80.  A resident of Jackson Street Franklinton, she died March 19th at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the Ellis Cemetery.  Survivors are one daughter, two sons, one sister, one brother, six grandchildren and three great grandchildren.

4-4-1974

Graham, Clayton Henry.  He was a resident of Stoney Point and a World War II Veteran, died March 13th in the East Jefferson Parish Hospital in Metairie.  Interment was in the Stoney Point Cemetery.  Survivors are his wife, Ophia Going Graham, one son, one daughter, four brothers, three sisters, mother, Margaret E. McElveen and three grandchildren.

Smith, Bonnie O’Bryant, age 45.  A resident of the Mt. Hermon-Warnerton area, died April 1st.  She was the victim of an apparent robbery.  Interment was in the Bogue Chitto Baptist Church Cemetery.  Survivors are her husband, Hugh Samuel Smith, three sons, one daughter, three sisters and three grandchildren.

Rogers, George M., age 63.  A resident of Route One, Varnado, he died March 28th in Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the Harmony Baptist Church Cemetery.  Survivors are his widow, Viola Bedwell Rogers, one son, three daughters, three brothers, three sisters and nine grandchildren.

Kemp, Lucy Alford, age 77.  A native of Washington Parish and resident of Baton Rouge died at the home of her son on Cuyhanga Parkway in Baton Rouge on March 29th.  Interment was in the Ellis Cemetery.  Survivors are two sons, one sister, four brothers, four grandchildren and two great grandchildren.

Holmes, J. Lee, age 66.  A resident of Route One Franklinton, died March 29th at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the Ellis Cemetery.  Survivors are his widow, Janie Holmes, one stepson, three daughters, four brothers, four sisters, ten grandchildren and three great grandchildren.

4-11-1974

Fuller, Alleyne B.  A native of Washington Parish, died March 28th in Lady of the Lake Hospital in Baton Rouge.  Interment was in the Roselawn Memorial Park.  Survivors are two sisters and a number of nieces and nephews.

Pierce, Jack, age 64.  A native and resident of Franklinton, died April 6th at McGehee Clinic.  Interment was in the Magee Cemetery.  He was the son of the late Ellie Talley and Willie Pierce.  Survivors are one brother, a half brother and cousins.

Fussell, Pearlie, age 80.  A native of Washington Parish died April 3rd in Rockglen Hospital in Houston, Texas.  Interment was in the Ellis Cemetery.  Survivors are one son, one sister, one brother and two grandchildren.

Cooper, Willie M., age 64.  He died April 5th at his home on Varnado Street in Franklinton.  Interment was in the Ellis Cemetery.  Survivors are his widow, Mamie Taylor Cooper, three sons, three brothers, two sisters and grandchildren.

4-18-1974

Bickham, Fannie Bankston, age 90.  A life-long resident of Washington Parish and a resident of Bogalusa for many years, died April 10th in a Bogalusa Hospital.  Interment was in the Bankston Cemetery.  Survivors are three daughters, one son, grandchildren and great grandchildren, one sister and two brothers.

Corkern, Archie Harold, age 53.  He was a resident of Route One, Franklinton and died April 11th at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the Corkern Cemetery.  Survivors are two daughters, one son, two brothers and one sister.

Bateman, Emerson, age 59.  He died April 12th at his home on Route One, Franklinton.  Interment was in the Ellis Cemetery.  Survivors are two brothers and four sisters.

5-2-1974

King, Martin C., age 65.  A resident of Avenue I in Bogalusa died April 26th in a Bogalusa Hospital.  Interment was in the Morris Cemetery near Mt. Hermon.  Survivors are his widow, Inez Johnson King, one son, two brothers, one sister, five grandchildren and eight great grandchildren.

Seals, Pearlie, age 69.  A resident of Route Three, Franklinton, died April 27th at Hood Memorial Hospital in Amite.  Interment was in the Corkern Cemetery.  Survivors are her husband, Iddo Seals, one son, one daughter, one sister and five grandchildren.

Magee, Charlie Hugh, age 49.  He died April 27th at his home in Bogue Chitto Heights.  Interment was in the Magee Cemetery located on Route Five, Franklinton.  Survivors are four sons, two daughters, one sister and five grandchildren.

5-9-1974

Foil, Hazel Sweeney, age 70.  A former Franklinton resident and long-time resident of Bogalusa, died Wednesday.  She was preceded in death by her husband, J. Ernest Foil.  Survivors are one son, two daughters, eight grandchildren, two great grandchildren, two brothers and five sisters.  Interment was in Hillside Cemetery in Bogalusa.

Passman, Winfred or Wilfred, age 50.  A resident of rural Franklinton was killed May 4th in a tractor accident.  Interment was in the Pine Cemetery.  Survivors are his widow, Ida Nell Passman, one son, a daughter, a brother, two sisters and one grandson.

5-16-1974

Engerran, Ronald J., Sr., age 58.  He died May 10th at his home in Daytona Beach, Florida.  Interment was in the Ponemah Cemetery.  Survivors are his widow, Bernadine Lemoine Engerran, three sons, one daughter, two brothers and four sisters.

Boyd, Truly Clark, age 13.  He died May 6th at Ochsner’s Foundation Hospital in New Orleans from injuries of a motorbike collision.  Interment was in the Boyd Cemetery.  Survivors are his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Truly Boyd of Tylertown, sister, a twin brother and another brother, grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. D. W. (Webster) Boyd, Mr. and Mrs. Jasper Ladner, and great grandmother, Mrs. Dewitt Boyd.

Alford, Jason A., age 96.  A resident of Minden died at his home April 28th.  He was the son of Rev. Needham E. Alford and Mary Stafford Alford.  Interment was in the cemetery at Cotton Valley.  He is survived by his widow, Ava Morton Alford.

Blackwell, James Ellis, age 64.  He died May 13th at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the Thomas Cemetery.  Survivors are his widow, Vergie Dillon Blackwell, a son, one daughter, two brothers, three sisters, six grandchildren and one great grandchild.

5-23-1974

Roscher, Wihelm, age 60.  A native of Annaberg, Germany and resident of Route One Franklinton, died May 15th.  Interment was in the Abita Springs Town Cemetery.  Survivors are his wife, Charlotte S. Roscher, daughter and one brother.

Miller, Bessie Ott, age 76.  A life-long resident of Mt. Hermon died May 18th at Riverside Medical Center.  Survivors are one son, five daughters, two brothers, one sister, twenty grandchildren, and forty-three grandchildren.

Edwards, Arnold Linston, age 29.  He passed away May 14th at his resident on Route One, Mt. Hermon.  Interment was in the Magee-Baham Cemetery.  Survivors are his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Jim Edwards, a son and one brother.

6-6-1974

Seal, W. Warren, age 93.  A resident of Franklinton, died May 30th at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the Canaan Baptist Church Cemetery.  Survivors are his widow, Frances L. Seal, six sons, six daughters, forty grandchildren, fifty-one great grandchildren and five great, great grandchildren.

Thigpen, Roy E., age 60.  A resident of Franklinton, he died at R. E. Thomas General Hospital in El Paso, Texas.  Interment was in the Magee Cemetery.  Survivors are his mother, Mrs. M. A. Thigpen, one brother and two sisters.

6-13-1974

Edwards, Mrs. Jim (Lucille Edwards), age 62.  A resident of Route One, Mt. Hermon, she died June 8th.  Interment was in the Magee-Bahm Cemetery.  Survivors are her husband, James (Jim) Edwards, one son, two brothers and one grandchild.

Bankston, David H., age 85.  A former resident of Mt. Hermon died June 9th in Heritage Manor in Franklinton.  Interment was in the Pleasant Hill Baptist Church Cemetery.  Survivors are one son, two daughters, seven grandchildren, eleven great grandchild and another grandson who lived with his grandparents, now of Isdack, Germany.

Penton, Richard Dale, age 16.  He died June 10th when he and two brothers were in the yard of their Pine home and he was struck by lightning.  Interment was in the Pine Missionary Baptist Church Cemetery.  Survivors are his parents, Mr. and Mrs. William (Bill) Penton, five brothers, two sisters, one half sister, one half brother and grandmother, Louiser Penton.

6-20-1974

Williams, Emily C., age 96.  A resident of Thomas died June 14th at the home of her daughter.  Interment was in the Crain Cemetery at State Line.  Survivors are four daughters, two sons, twenty-five grandchildren, sixty-seven great grandchildren and fifty-nine great-great grandchildren.

Thomas, Mrs. Frankie K., age 46.  She died June 14th at her residence on Route Three, Franklinton.  Interment was in the Ellis Cemetery.  Survivors are her husband, Bienville Thomas, one son, one daughter, two sisters, one grandchild, father, Malcolm J. Miller, mother, Mrs. Exie Crowe Miller, a half brother and a half sister.

Butera, Roy, age 47.  A resident of Route One, Mt. Hermon, died June 16th at Charity Hospital in New Orleans.  Interment was in the Mt. Hermon Cemetery.  Survivors are his widow, Catherine Butera, two sons, two brothers, two sisters and parents, Mr. and Mrs. Peter Butera.

6-27-1974

Schilling, Edwin E. (Preacher), age 54.  A resident of 19th Avenue, Franklinton died June 20th in New Orleans at Ochsner’s Foundation Hospital.  Interment was in the Corkern Cemetery.  Survivors are his widow, Nora Mae Schilling, three sons, four daughters, father, Arnold E. Schilling, one granddaughter, two brothers and four sisters.

Bateman, Ethel M., age 90.  A resident of Route One Franklinton died June 20th at Heritage Manor.  Interment was in the Ellis Cemetery.  Survivors are her husband, Murphy Bateman, one daughter, two sisters, five grandchildren and eleven great grandchildren.

Archer, William, age 78.  A resident of Folsom died June 21st at Heritage Manor.  Interment was in the New Hope Cemetery.  Survivors are one son, one daughter, two sisters and two grandchildren.

Wilson, Brent Michael, age 3.  Franklinton relatives were notified June 23rd of the death of Brent Michael Wilson, who died in the Children’s Hospital in Houston, Texas, a victim of leukemia. The son of Mr. and Mrs. Robert Wilson of Baton Rouge, he is the grandson of former Franklinton residents, Mr. and Mrs. Phillip H. Holmes, now living in Baton Rouge.

7-11-1974

Penton, Leo, age 52.  A resident of Lee Street, Franklinton died June 8th.  Interment was in the Crain’s Creek Cemetery.  Survivors are his widow, Hilda Lumpkin Penton, two sons, four daughters, one sister, his mother, Mina P. Grantham and three grandchildren.

Wood, Mrs. J. P. (Mamie Cox), age 97.  A former Franklinton resident, who has lived in Baton Rouge, died July 1st in Baton Rouge General Hospital. Interment was in Norwood Mississippi Cemetery.  Survivors are one daughter and one step daughter.

Jones, Donald B., age 47.  A native of Washington Parish and resident of Baton Rouge died June 27th.  Interment in Hillcrest Garden of Memories in Baker.  Son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Otis A. Jones, he is survived by his widow, Jerelene Jones, one son, a daughter, a step daughter, a step son, three brothers and two sisters.

7-18-1974

Fussell, Emma Jane, age 85.  A native of Franklinton died July 9th in Zachary in the Zachary Manor Nursing Home.  She was a previous resident of St. Mary Street in Baton Rouge.  Interment was in the Fisher Cemetery.  Survivors are two sons, two daughters, three brothers, one sister, eleven grandchildren and four great grandchildren.

Kliesch, Ivan P., age 76.  A native of Hancock County, Ohio and a resident of Greenlaw died July 11th in the E. S. Pike Memorial Hospital in Kentwood.  Interment was in Woodland Cemetery.  Survivors are his widow, Lula Holley Kliesch, seven sons, one daughter, four brothers, two sisters and seventeen grandchildren.

Boutwell, Mrs. Jessie, age 74.  A resident of Rosa Pearl Lane in Bogalusa and former Franklinton resident died July 13th in the Community Medical Center in Bogalusa.  Interment was in the Ellis Cemetery.  Survivors are her husband, Homer Boutwell, four sons, five daughters, one brother, one sister, her stepmother, Mrs. Mollie Day, thirty-four grandchildren and eighteen great grandchildren.

8-1-1974

Babington, Nellie Bickham, age 91.  A long-time Franklinton resident and resident of Dewey Street died July 29th at Heritage Manor.  Survived by two sons, one daughter, two sisters, six grandchildren and eight great grandchildren.  Interment was in the Ellis Cemetery.

8-8-1974

Bankston, Euner, age 96.  She died July 31st at her residence in Mt. Hermon.  Interment was in the Pleasant Hill Cemetery.  Survivors are three sons and one step daughter.

Simmons, Olive Stuart, age 84.  A native of Lessley, Mississippi and long-time resident of Franklinton died August 2nd at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the Ellis Cemetery.  Preceded in death by her husband, Cubic Simmons, she is survived by one son, two daughters, seven grandchildren and three great grandchildren.

8-15-1974

Graves, Willie C. (Bill), age 65.  A resident of Route Five Franklinton died August 7th at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the Acey’s Creek Baptist Church Cemetery.  Survivors are his widow, Nora Taylor Graves, two sons, two daughters, one brother, three half brothers, three sisters, two half sisters and eighteen grandchildren.

Sylvest, Walter J., age 86.  A native of Franklinton died August 11th at the Dixie Memorial Hospital in Denham Springs.  He was a resident of Golden Age Nursing Home in Denham Springs.  Interment was in the Bethel Baptist Church Cemetery.  Survivors include two sons, one daughter, eight grandchildren and two great grandchildren.

Jewett, Dollie Bean, age 75.  A native of Kentucky and a long-time resident of Bogalusa died at her home in Portsmouth, Ohio on August 11th.  Interment was in the Portsmouth Cemetery.  She is the sister of the late Karl and Byford Bean.  She is survived by one son and one sister.

Magee, Patsy J.  Wife of Franklinton native, Johnny P. Magee, now residing in New Orleans, died August 11th at her home.  Interment was in the Springhill Cemetery.  Survivors are two daughters, one son, parents, Mr. and Mrs. Ray Williams, two sisters and one brother.

Richardson, Allie Burris, age 88.  A native and resident of 10th Avenue Franklinton, she died August 9th in Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the Ellis Cemetery.  Preceded in death by her husband, Hammond E. Richardson.  Survivors are two daughters, three sisters, four grandchildren and seven great grandchildren.

8-29-1974

Knight, Beulah Mae, age 63.  A native of Washington Parish and resident of Route Two Franklinton, died August 21st at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the Jones Cemetery.  Survivors are two nieces, a sister-in-law, one great niece and four great nephews.

Varnado, Preston H., age 69.  A resident of Route Three, Kentwood died August 26th at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the Mt. Hermon Cemetery.  Survivors are his widow, Audrey Varnado, three brothers and two sisters.

9-5-1974

Miller, Hester Wascom, age 66.  A native and resident of Mt. Hermon died August 31st at Seventh Ward Hospital in Hammond.  Interment was in the Mt. Hermon Cemetery.  Survivors are one daughter, three sons, three brothers, five sisters and nine grandchildren.

9-12-1974

May, Joe.  A former Franklinton resident died September 8th.  Interment was in the Hurricane Creek Baptist Church Cemetery in Mississippi.  Survivors are his widow, Bea Polk May, two sons, four grandchildren, one brother and one sister.

McCain, Robert N., age 78.  A native of Franklinton and resident of Route Four died September 6th in East Jefferson Medical Hospital in Metairie.  Interment was in Ellis Cemetery.  Survivors are his widow, Elba Simmons McCain, one son, one daughter, one brother, two sisters, five grandchildren and three great grandchildren.

9-19-1974

Jenkins, Rev. Daniel Percy, age 73.  A native of Franklinton died September 9th at Fort Benning’s Martin Army Hospital.  He was born June 2nd, 1901 to the late Richard Raymore and Flora Simmons Jenkins.  Survivors are his widow, Mildred Ellison Jenkins, two sons, two daughters, six sisters, a brother, two grandchildren and a number of nieces and nephews.  Interment was in Fort Benning Post Cemetery.  He was a veteran of World War II.

Givens, Catherine Rester, age 76.  She died September 13th at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the Poplarhead Cemetery.  Survivors are five sons, two daughters, two brothers, three sisters, twenty-two grandchildren and fifteen great grandchildren.

Alford, Bessie B., age 84.  A resident of Bene Street died September 11th.  Interment was in the Mt. Pisgah Cemetery.  Survivors are four sons, two daughters, one brother, two sisters, twenty grandchildren and twenty great grandchildren.

Crowe, Marshall, age 82.  A resident of Bene Street died September 14th at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in McGehee Cemetery in Bogalusa.  Survivors are three sons, two daughters, one brother, two sisters, ten grandchildren and two great grandchildren.

McKeever, Edward.  He died September 13th at Baton Rouge General Hospital.  Interment was in the Roselawn Memorial Park Mausoleum.  Survivors are his widow, Gail Quinlan McKeever, three sisters; one is Mrs. Charles Ray Corkern of Franklinton and five grandchildren.

10-3-1974

Waskom, Willie Mae, age 57.  Resident of Route One Franklinton died September 24th in Washington – St. Tammany Hospital in Bogalusa.  Interment was in the Nobles Cemetery.  Survivors are her husband, Fentris H. Waskom, her father, T. W. Jordan, three brothers and three sisters.

Warner, Beulah, age 78.  A former Washington Parish resident, now living in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, died September 19th at Riverside Medical Center.  Burial will be in Fort Lauderdale.  She is survived by three sisters and one nephew.

10-10-1974

Ney, Henry L., Sr., age 79.  A resident of New Orleans, he died October 5th at Southern Baptist Hospital in New Orleans.  Interment was in the St. Roch Mausoleum.  Survivors are his widow, Rose Costa Ney, three sons, two daughters, fourteen grandchildren and six great grandchildren.

10-17-1974

Fortenberry, Ray William, age 54.  A resident of Route Two Franklinton died October 13th at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the Mt. Sinai Missionary Baptist Church Cemetery.  Survivors are his widow, Ouida Sheridan Fortenberry, one son, mother, Lula Fortenberry, one brother and four sisters.

10-24-1974

West, Mrs. Johnnye.  She died October 18th in Ochsner’s Foundation Hospital in New Orleans.  She was the mother of Franklinton resident, Mrs. Nell James.  Final rites were conducted from the United Methodist Church in Columbia.

11-7-1974

Fussell, Ada Penny.  She died October 31st in Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the Fisher Cemetery.  Survivors are two sons, two brothers, two sisters, three grandchildren and three great grandchildren.

Graves, Mrs. Thomas J. (Jessie), age 67.  A resident of Route One Franklinton and life-long resident of Washington Parish died November 4th at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the Hays Creek Church Cemetery.  Survivors are her husband, Thomas J. Graves, four sons, six grandchildren, two sisters and one brother.

Bickham, Alma A., age 72.  Former Franklinton resident and resident of Charwood Drive in Bogalusa died November 3rd in the Community Medical Center in Bogalusa.  Interment was in the Ellis Cemetery.  She was preceded in death by her husband, C. J. (Rip) Bickham.  Survivors are two sisters.

Smith, Jasper Emmett, age 77.  A native of Washington Parish and a resident of rural Franklinton died November 5th in Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the Smith Cemetery.  Survivors are his widow, Winnie S. Smith, three sons, two daughters and three stepchildren.

Erwin, James Scott, age 60.  A resident of Stateline died November 3rd in Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the Seal Cemetery.  Survivors are his widow, Marcelle Erwin, one son, one daughter, his parents, Mr. and Mrs. James A. Erwin, three sisters and six grandchildren.

Bond, Isabel Penny, age 76.  A resident of Stoney Point died November 4th at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in Ellis Cemetery.  Survivors are her husband, Jewel E. Bond Sr., five sons, three daughters, four sisters, twenty-three grandchildren and nineteen great grandchildren.

11-21-1974

Sheridan, John M., age 88.  He died at his home in the Oak Grove Community on November 17th.  Interment was in the Oak Grove Baptist Church Cemetery.  Survivors are his widow, Marie Jones Sheridan, one son, two sisters and three grandchildren.

Walters, James Felder, age 84.  A former resident of Route Four Franklinton died November 15th at Rest Haven Nursing Home in Bogalusa.  Interment was in the Bethel Cemetery.  Survivors are one sister and numerous nieces and nephews.

Poole, John S, age 82.  A long-time resident of Monticello, Mississippi died at his home November 14th.  Interment was in the Monticello Cemetery.  Survivors are his widow, Leverette Buford Poole, one son, one daughter, one brother and four grandchildren.

Bankston, Frances Nell (Frankie), age 60.  A native of Franklinton and resident of Bickham Street died November 15th.  Interment was in the Fisher Cemetery.  Survivors are one sister and two brothers.

Simmons, Infant.  The infant son of Mr. and Mrs. Bruce Simmons of Baton Rouge died.  Graveside rites were held November 9th at the Stoney Point Cemetery.  In addition to his parents, survivors include the grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Aldee McDaniel and Mr. and Mrs. John H. (Billy) Simmons.

12-5-1974

Richardson, William Joseph.  The ten day old infant son of Mr. and Mrs. Tom R. Richardson died December 3rd at Community Medical Center in Bogalusa, where he had remained since his birth.  Interment was in the Fisher Cemetery.  In addition to his parents, survivors include one sister and grandparents, Mrs. France W. Watts Jr. and Mr. and Mrs. Frank L. Richardson.

Rockco, Jackie Wayne, age 14 months.  He died November 13th in a New Orleans Hospital.  Interment was in Tyson Cemetery.  Survivors are his parents, Mr. and Mrs. John E. Rockco, three sisters, one brother and grandparents, Rev. and Mrs. J. B. Rockco and Mr. and Mrs. Martin H. Penton.

Bass, Coy, age 68.  A native of Columbia, Mississippi and resident of Franklinton died November 24th in Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the Bunker Hill Cemetery.  Survivors are his widow, Cleo Miller Bass, one daughter and four grandchildren.

Luper, Lucious, age 64.  A resident of Route One, Varnado died November 26th in Washington St. Tammany Hospital.  Interment was in the Strahan Cemetery.  Survivors are his widow, Allie Stafford Luper, five sons, six daughters, one step-daughter, two brothers, three sisters and twenty seven grandchildren.

Stafford, Hosea Felder, age 84.  A native of Franklinton died November 13th at his home on Route Three Franklinton.  Interment was in the Fisher United Methodist Church Cemetery.  Survivors are his widow, Georgia Alford Stafford, one son, one daughter, ten grandchildren and four great grandchildren.

12-12-1974

Harmon, Rev Olin Q.  A Franklinton resident and native of Greer, South Carolina died December 3rd in McGehee Clinic.  Interment was in the Amite Memorial Gardens Cemetery.  Survivors are his widow, Isabell L. Durbin Harmon, two sons, one daughter, his mother, two sisters and three grandchildren.

Corkern, Rubye Givens, age 66.  A native of Washington Parish and former Franklinton resident died at Lady of the Lake Hospital in Baton Rouge.  Interment was in the Fisher Cemetery.  Survivors are her husband, Colbert Corkern, two sons, two daughters, two sisters, two brothers and nine grandchildren.

12-19-1974

Read, L. O. D.  A resident of New Orleans and husband of Enon native, Mrs. Martha Knight Read, died December 13th in New Orleans at the Veterans’ Hospital.  Interment was in the Enon Cemetery.  Survivors are his widow, one son, one brother, two sisters and two grandchildren.

Penton, Martin H. (Red), age 60.  A resident of Springhill died December 16th at McGehee Clinic.  Interment was in the Springhill Cemetery.  Survivors are his widow, Lora Thompson Penton, one son, four daughters, two brothers, six sisters and nine grandchildren.

Strahan, Murphy C., age 76.  A resident of Franklinton died December 11th in Riverside Medical Center.  Survivors are his widow, Callie Erwin Strahan, one son, three daughters, two sisters and twelve grandchildren.  Interment was in the Springhill Baptist Church Cemetery.

Pettit, Glenn William Jr., age 47.  A resident of Franklinton died December 15th in Harris Hospital, Fort Worth, Texas.  Interment was in the Pleasant Hill cemetery.  Survivors are his mother, Mrs. Glenn W. Pettit Sr., three brothers and one sister.

Miller, Rosa, age 85.  A resident of 11th Avenue, Franklinton, died December 13th in Heritage Manor.  Interment was in the Ellis Cemetery.  Survivors are one daughter, seven sisters, five grandchildren and nine great grandchildren.

12-26-1974

Mizell, John Shelby, age 65.  A former Franklinton resident and resident of Lacombe died December 20th in Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the Ellis Cemetery.  Survivors are his widow, Eva Jenkins Mizell, one step-son, two step-daughters, four brothers, two sisters and seven grandchildren.

Hennesy, Kirby H., age 66.  A resident of Bay St. Louis, Mississippi died December 18th in the Veterans Administration Hospital in Biloxi.  He was a former Franklinton resident.  Interment was in the Ellis Cemetery.  Survivors are his widow, Grace Parks Hennesy, one daughter, one brother, one sister and one great grandchild.

Holmes, Harry, age 45.  A resident of Franklinton died December 20th at his home.  Interment was in the Ellis Cemetery.  Survivors are his widow, Ann Kyzar Holmes, one son, his mother, Vicki M. Holmes, his father, DeWitt Holmes Sr. and three brothers.

Creel, Charley.  He died December 20th at his home on the Albert Westmoreland property on Route Five Franklinton.

1-2-1975

Miller, Donell, age 33.  A resident of Mt. Hermon was killed in a car accident on Christmas Eve.  Interment was in the Bogue Chitto Baptist Church Cemetery.  He was preceded in death by his father, the late Robert Miller.  Survivors are his widow, Virginia Murrell Miller, two daughters, his mother, one brother and one sister.

Fornea, Alberta T., age 72.  A native of Washington Parish and a long-time resident of Varnado died December 28th in the Community Medical Center in Bogalusa.  Interment was in the Fornea Cemetery in Varnado.  Survivors are her husband, Curtis J. Fornea, a half sister, a half brother and stepmother, Edna McElveen Thigpen.

1-9-1975

Holton, Mrs. Grady (Verda), age 68.  A resident of Hugo, Oklahoma died January 1st in the McCustion Hospital in Parish, Texas.  Interment was in the Mt. Olive Cemetery in Hugo.  Survivors are two daughters, one daughter, Mrs. Ed (Barbara) Wareham of Franklinton, two sisters, a brother and six grandchildren.

1-16-1975

Magee, Ollie, age 69.  She died January 10th in the Community Medical Center in Bogalusa.  Interment was in the Old State Line Cemetery.  Survivors are two sons, two daughters, three sisters, thirteen grandchildren and three great grandchildren.

Doyle, F. C. Jr.  He died January 7th at his home in Baton Rouge.  Interment was in the Alexandria Memorial Garden.

Hughes, H. B. (Shorty) Sr., age 72.  A resident of Franklinton died January 11th in the Walthall County General Hospital in Tylertown.  Interment was in the Sunlight Cemetery.  Survivors are his widow, Exie Wallace Hughes, one son, three sisters and four grandchildren.

Creel, Alonzo F., age 83.  A former Franklinton resident died January 6th at the St. James Parish Hospital in Lutcher.  Interment was in the Fisher Cemetery.  Survivors are two sons, one brother, three sisters, and a number of grandchildren and great grandchildren.  

McClendon, William Herman, age 62.  A native of Tangipahoa Parish died January 9th in Walthall County General Hospital in Tylertown.  Interment was in the Pleasant Hill Cemetery near Mt. Hermon.  Survivors are a brother, his widow, Myrtle Bankston McClendon, two daughters, one son, three sisters and seven grandchildren.

1-23-1975

Brannan, Rhody.  He was from Ozark, Alabama.  Interment was in the Green Lawn Cemetery in Montgomery, Alabama.  His son, Mr. Sherry Brannan received message on January 6th notifying him of the death of his father.  

Cone, Pearl, age 90.  A resident of 10th Avenue died January 16th at Heritage Manor.  Interment was in the Ellis Cemetery.  She was preceded in death by her husband, M. S. Cone.  Survivors are one son, two daughters, three grandchildren and two great grandchildren.

Montgomery, Nannie Lou, age 54.  A resident of 12th Avenue died January 17th at her home.  Interment was in the Ellis Cemetery.  Survivors are her husband, Raiford Montgomery, one daughter, one son, three brothers, one sister and three grandchildren.

Magee, Jewell M., age 76.  He was a resident of Franklinton and died January 21st at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the Ellis Cemetery.  Survivors are his widow, Lena Bennett Magee, one daughter, two grandchildren and a number of nieces and nephews.

Brock, Leslie, age 67.  A resident of rural Tylertown, Mississippi died January 16th.  Interment was in the Tylertown Cemetery.  Survivors are three daughters, two sisters, stepmother, Mrs. Wayne C. (Mattie Brock) Curry , widow of the late Dr. F. W. Brock of Bogalusa.

Dedon, Ollie, age 69.  A native of Mt. Hermon died January 17th at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the Mt. Hermon Cemetery.  Survivors are his widow, Tessie Miller Dedon, two daughters, three sons, eighteen grandchildren, ten great grandchildren, two brothers and three sisters.

1-30-1975

McDonald, Martha Vera Gerald.  A resident of Pine died January 23 in an automobile accident.  Interment was in the new Gerald Cemetery.  Survivors are two sons, five daughters, two brothers, two sisters and three grandchildren.

Myles, Ambus I., age 77.  He died at his home in Franklinton on January 26th.  Interment was in the Ellis Cemetery.  Survivors are his wife, Effie Forrest Myles, one son, three daughters, one brother, eight grandchildren and four great grandchildren.

Green, John Bailey, age 69.  A resident of Franklinton died January 23rd at Ochsner’s Foundation Hospital in New Orleans.  Interment was in the Ellis Cemetery.  Survivors are his widow, Ruth Perry Green, one son, one daughter, two brothers, two sisters, six grandchildren and nieces and nephews.

Jenkins, Iris, age 36.  A resident of Franklinton died January 27th.  Interment was in the Ellis Cemetery.  Survivors are her husband, W. D. Jenkins, two sons, one daughter, her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Otto Passman, three brothers and one sister.

2-6-1975

Riley, Charles C., age 79.  A native of Waynesboro, Mississippi and resident of Jackson died January 31st.  He was a World War I Veteran.  Interment was in the Mt. Pisgah Cemetery.  Survivors are his widow, Zoe Fendlason Riley, stepfather, Turner Bairefield, step brother, step sister and nieces and nephews.

Polkey, Lee L., age 67.  A resident of Route Four Franklinton died February 2nd.  Interment was in the Garden of Memories in Metairie.  Survivors are his widow, Louise Nation Polkey, seven sons, one daughter, two brothers, two sisters, nineteen grandchildren.

St. Cyr, Odelia, age 86.  A resident of Mabank, Texas died January 30th in Kaufman, Texas.  Interment was in the Fisher Cemetery.  He is survived by nieces and nephews.

2-20-1975

Schilling, Delos E., age 63.  A resident of Mt. Hermon died February 13th at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the Mt. Hermon Cemetery.  Survivors are his widow, Elmer Painter Schilling, four sons, two daughters, one brother, three sisters and eleven grandchildren.

2-27-1975

Pierce, Bertha, age 78.  A native of Franklinton and resident of Main Street died February 24th at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the Magee Cemetery.  Survivors are a brother and a sister.

Stafford, Archie, age 78.  A native of Franklinton and a resident of Main Street died February 20th at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the Fisher Cemetery.  Survivors are three brothers and five sisters.

Seal, Maude, age 85.  A resident of Franklinton died February 21st at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the Canaan Cemetery.  Survivors are one daughter, six grandchildren, numerous great grandchildren, nieces and nephews.

Gerald, James Edward, age 76.  A resident of Route Five Franklinton died February 1st at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the Gerald Cemetery.  Survivors are his widow, Cynthia Martin Gerald, six sons, one daughter, three brothers, two sisters, fourteen grandchildren and five great-grandchildren.

Foil, Alvin Luther, age 62.  A resident of Franklinton died February 19th at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the Foil-Springfield Cemetery.  Survivors are his mother, Mima Simmons, three brothers and one sister.

Bateman, Lucious, age 84.  A native of Washington Parish and resident of Beall Avenue in Bogalusa died February 19th in the Community Medical Center in Bogalusa.  Interment was in the Ponemah Cemetery.  Survivors are one son, one daughter, one brother, four sisters, one grandson and one great-grandchild.

3-6-1975

Stubbs, Mrs. Theodore (Beulah), age 72.  A native of Mize, Mississippi and a resident of Magee, Mississippi died February 28th in Baptist Hospital in Jackson, Mississippi.  Interment was in the Sharon Cemetery.  Survivors are six brothers, two daughters and five grandchildren.

3-13-1975

Byrd, Vincent, age 62.  A resident of Franklinton died March 8th in Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the Byrd-Letchworth Cemetery.  Survivors are his widow, Marjorie Byrd, three sons, one daughter and one sister.

Haley, Fleet L., age 73.  A resident of Route One, Franklinton died March 7th at St. Tammany Parish Hospital in Covington.  Interment was in the Haley Cemetery.  Survivors are his widow, Dixie Thomas Haley, four sons, eight daughters, two brothers, three sisters, thirty four grandchildren and eight great grandchildren.

3-20-1975

McKnight, Rev. Alton A.  A retired minister he had pastured the Fisher Methodist Church and other Methodist churches in the parish where he was pastor include Mt. Hermon, Angie and Varnado.  He died in Rayville and former resident of Franklinton.  Graveside rites were held at Fisher Church Cemetery.  Survivors are his widow, Mary Daniel McKnight, one son, four grandchildren, three brothers and one sister.

Burch, Robert Reid, age 84.  A native of Washington Parish and former Franklinton resident died March 11th at Memorial Hospital in Houston, Texas.  He was a resident of Houston for the past five years and was a World War One Veteran.  Interment was in the Ellis Cemetery.  Survivors are one son, one daughter, three sisters and three grandchildren.

3-27-1975

Slaven, Newton Q., age 78.  A resident of Route One, Mt. Hermon died March 21st at St. Tammany Hospital in Covington.  Interment was in the Mt. Hermon Cemetery.  Survivors are his widow, Lena Slaven, four sons, two daughters, one sister, nineteen grandchildren and one great grandchild.

4-3-1975

Thigpen, Mrs. M. A. (Edna), age 86.  A resident of Franklinton died March 26th at Heritage Manor.  Interment was in the Enon Cemetery.  Survivors are one son, one daughter, one sister and three grandchildren.

4-10-1975

Knight, Nora Lee, age 59.  A native of Franklinton, who has resided in West Monroe for seventeen years died April 1st at Glenwood Hospital in Monroe.  Interment was in the Morris Cemetery.  Survivors are her husband, Alvin P. Knight, one daughter, two sons, two sisters, six brothers and seven grandchildren.

4-17-1975

McDaniel, Carolyn Ann Bankston, age 30.  A native of Washington Parish died April 9th from an explosion that practically destroyed the home and contents of Mr. and Mrs. Patrick McDaniel.  Interment was in the Stoney Point Baptist Church Cemetery.  Survivors are her husband, Patrick C. McDaniel, two sons, her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Dudley James Bankston, one brother and one sister.

Richardson, John P., age 75.  A native of Franklinton died April 12th at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the Ellis Cemetery.  Survivors are his widow, Katherine Varnado Richardson, one son, two daughters, two brothers, three sisters and nine grandchildren.

4-24-1975

Martin, Clydie James, age 67.  A native of Walthall County, Mississippi died April 17th at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the Sunlight Baptist Church cemetery.  A resident of Franklinton, he is survived by his widow, Bertie Luper Martin, two sons, three daughters, two brothers, one sister, eleven grandsons and two great grandchildren.

Shedd, Annie Wooten, age 60.  A resident of Clifton died April 17th at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the Ellis Cemetery.  Survivors are her husband, Joe G. Shedd, one son, one daughter, three brothers, three sisters and ten grandchildren.

5-1-1975

Bennett, William C. (Bill), age 71.  He died April 23rd at St. Paul’s Hospital in Dallas, Texas.  Interment was in the Ellis Cemetery.  Survivors are one son, one daughter, two sisters and three grandchildren.

5-8-1975

McCain, Murphy J., age 84.  A long-time resident of rural Franklinton died April 30th at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the Morris Cemetery.  Survivors are one son, two sisters, four grandchildren and six great grandchildren.

Crain, O. Pope, age 81.  A native and resident of rural Franklinton died May 1st at Bill-Dora Nursing Home in Tylertown, Mississippi.  Interment was in the Ellis Cemetery.  Survivors are one son, three daughters, two brothers, three sisters, six grandchildren and one great grandchild.

Fornea, Joseph R., age 88.  A resident of Varnado died May 1st in the Community Medical Center in Bogalusa.  Interment was in the Old Fornea Cemetery.  Survivors are his widow, Linnie Fornea, eight sons, three daughters, six grandchildren and forty-six great grandchildren.

Seal, Murray L., age 74.  A resident of Washington Street died May 4th at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the Canaan Baptist Church Cemetery.  Survivors are his widow, Myrtle Husser Seal, one son, two daughters, five brothers, three sisters, stepmother, Lucy Sullivan, eight grandchildren and two great grandchildren.

Cotton, Simon Jefferson (Cooter), Jr., age 16.  He died in the center of Franklinton’s business section on May 4th.  Interment was in the Turnage Chapel Cemetery in Foxworth, Mississippi.  Survivors are one brother, five half-brothers and five sisters.

5-15-1975

Corkern, Doyle “Rusty”, Jr., age 23.  He was apparently electrocuted by a high-tension cable above the rain-swollen Bogue Chitto River, where he was floating down the river in a boat.  The body was recovered near the Enon Bridge.  He was the son of Mr. and Mrs. Doyle Corkern.  Interment was in the Enon Baptist Church Cemetery.  He was a native of Enon.  He is also survived by his maternal grandfather, Gordon Carter.

Crain, Willie T., age 70.  He died May 10th at the Community Medical Center in Bogalusa.  Interment was in the Pine Community Cemetery.  Survivors are his widow, Sudie Crain, one son, three daughters, four brothers, five sisters, his father, Shird Crain, ten grandchildren and two great grandchildren.

Creel, Cicero L., age 85.  He died May 8th at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the Fisher Cemetery.  Survivors are his widow, Bessie Welch Creel, two sons, two daughters, three sisters, seven grandchildren and four great grandchildren.

Smith, Clyde, age 60.  A Mt. Hermon resident died May 10th at the Community Medical Center in Bogalusa.  Survivors are his widow, Johnnie Mae Smith, five sons, one daughter, one sister and eight grandchildren.  Interment was in the Bogue Chitto Baptist Church.

Smith, Willie, age 76.  He died May 9th at his home in Warnerton.  Interment was in the Warnerton Cemetery.  Survivors are his widow, Nancy Smith, one daughter, one son, two stepdaughters, two stepsons, three grandchildren and numerous nephews and nieces.

5-22-1975

Husser, Miss Iva A., age 65.  She died May 18th at her home on Route Three Franklinton.  Interment was in the Canaan Baptist Church Cemetery.  Survivors are one brother, three sisters and numerous nephews and nieces.

Jenkins, Myford H., age 74.  He died May 19th at his residence on Route Four.  Interment was in the Bulloch Cemetery.  Survivors are his widow, Ollie Thomas Jenkins, one son, one daughter, one brother, one sister, nine grandchildren and five great grandchildren.

5-29-1975

Ellzey, John Edgar, age 89.  A resident of Route Two, Franklinton died May 22nd in Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the Smith Cemetery at Sheridan.  Survivors are his widow, Lorine Tullos Ellzey, one son, one daughter, three brothers, two sisters, seven grandchildren and four great grandchildren.

Fussell, Brian Allen.  The infant son of Mr. and Mrs. Michael Fussell died May 24th at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the Fussell Cemetery in Franklinton.  In addition to his parents survivors include his grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. D. O. Fussell and Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Lewis.

Ott, David Jackson, age 41.  A native of Fort Worth, Texas, he died May 19th at his home in Worcester, Massachusetts.  Survivors are his widow, Attiat Ott, two daughters, one brother and three sisters.  Interment was in the Ott Cemetery beside his grandfather whose name he bears.

Seal, Charlie S., age 77.  He died May 22nd at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the Seal Cemetery.  Preceded in death by his wife, Nellie Hobgood Seal, two sons, six daughters, twenty grandchildren and nine great grandchildren.

 6-12-1975

Primes, Estus, age 49.  He died June 17th at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the Nobles Cemetery.  Survivors are his widow, Patsy Barber Primes, one son, three daughters, five brothers, two sisters, and three grandchildren and an uncle and aunt, Mr. and Mrs. Ander Spears.

6-19-1975

Provost, Frank Hardy, age 68.  He died June 15th in Veterans’ Hospital in New Orleans.  Interment was in the Spencer Cemetery.  Survivors are three sisters and three brothers.

Davenport, William Miley (Bill), age 77.  A long-time Franklinton resident died June 15th at Riverside Medical Center.  He was born in Morton, Mississippi on November 4, 1897.  He was a World War One veteran.  Survivors are his widow, Clara Schmaltz, four daughters, seven grandchildren, two great grandchildren and one sister.  Interment was in the Ellis Cemetery.

Bond, Martina Penny, age 95.  She died June 12th in Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the Stoney Point Cemetery.  Survivors are three sons, five daughters, three sisters, 21 grandchildren, 41 great grandchildren and one great, great grandchild.

6-26-1975

Corkern, Clyde C., age 66.  He died June 19th at his home in the Enon Community.  He was a World War II veteran.  Interment was in the Enon Cemetery.  Survivors are his widow, Louise Hall Corkern, one daughter, two brothers, four sisters and two grandchildren.

Stevenson, Mrs. A. G. (Gladys).  A Franklinton native and resident of Baton Rouge died June 18th at Baton Rouge General Hospital.  Interment was in the Ellis Cemetery.  Survivors are her husband, A. G. (Bert) Stevenson, one daughter, one son, nine grandchildren, two sisters and four brothers.

7-10-1975

Edwards, James Arnold, age 77.  A resident of Washington Parish died July 4th in Veterans’ Hospital in New Orleans.  Survivors are one son and one grandson.  Interment was in the Magee-Bahm Cemetery.

Simmonds, W. D.  Of Memphis, Tennessee and husband of a former Franklinton resident, Virginia Magee Simmonds died Monday afternoon.  In addition to his widow are two sons.

7-17-1975

Creel, T. J., age 70.  A resident of Franklinton died July 12th at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the Nobles Cemetery.  Survivors are his wife, three sons, five daughters, three brothers, two sisters and seventeen grandchildren.

Spears, Mary Ella, age 88.  A resident of Pine died July 13th in the Community Medical Center in Bogalusa.  Interment was in the Nobles Cemetery.  Survivors are three sons, two daughters, four stepchildren, thirty grandchildren and fifty-seven great grandchildren.

Taylor, Della Thomas, age 71.  A resident of Route Five Franklinton died July 11th at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the Thomas Cemetery.  She was preceded in death by her husband, James A. Taylor.  Survivors are one daughter, three brothers, one grandson, one great granddaughter and four great, great grandchildren.

7-24-1975

Bennett, Hulon, age 69.  A resident of Route One, Mt. Hermon was killed in an automobile accident of July 22nd.  Interment was in the Midway Pentecostal Church Cemetery.  Survivors are his widow, Mae Bell Bennett, six daughters, four sons, one sister, one brother, thirty-two grandchildren and three great grandchildren.

Magee, Woodrow, age 55.  A native and resident of Franklinton died July 21st at Veterans Hospital in New Orleans.  Interment was in the Springhill Cemetery.  Survivors are two sons, one daughter, three brothers, two sisters and three grandchildren.

Spencer, Albert W., age 60.  A resident of the Enon Community died July 22 at Riverside Medical Center.   Interment was in the Spencer Cemetery.  Survivors are his widow, Lela Miley Spencer, one son, one daughter, three brothers, four sisters and three grandchildren.

Wallace, Thornton, age 81.  A native of Washington Parish and resident of Watson died July 15th at Dixon Memorial Hospital in Denham Springs.  Interment was in the Wallace Cemetery (near the Canaan Community).  Survivors are two daughters, three sisters, twelve grandchildren and two great grandchildren.

7-31-1975

Finkelstein.  Tommie J. Finkelstein age 33, Edna Beth Moss Finkelstein age 30, Elizabeth Anne Finkelstein and an unborn son was killed in an automobile accident on July 11th in Springfield, Virginia.  Interment was in Calvary Memorial Park, Fairfax County, Virginia.

Adams, Chancy, age 66.  A resident of Pine died July 23 at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the Noble Cemetery.  He was preceded in death b a son, Larue Adams.  Survivors are his widow, Lela Mae Adams, one son, one daughter-in-law, two brothers, five sisters and three grandchildren.

Brumfield, Mrs. Arnold (Darvis M.) age 47.  A resident of Route One, Franklinton died at her home July 29th.  Interment was in the New Brumfield Cemetery.  Survivors are her husband, Arnold J. Brumfield, two sons, one daughter, six brothers, four sisters and stepmother, Ruth Sorrell.

Chaney, Rev. Elwyn B., age 63.  A former pastor of the Franklinton Centenary United Methodist Church died July 16th at his home in Clearwater, Florida.  Graveside rites were conducted in Cedar Hill Cemetery.  Survivors are his 2 sons, widow, Mrs. E. B. (Margaret) Chaney, one daughter and three sisters.

Miller, Margaret Elizabeth (Lizzie), age 83.  She died July 26th at Heritage Manor in Franklinton.  Interment was in the Mt. Pisgah Cemetery.  Preceded in death by her husband, Avarice Miller.  Survivors are three sons, a stepson, three daughters, a stepdaughter, three sisters, twenty eight grandchildren and thirty seven great grandchildren.

Thomas, Letha L., age 74.  She died at her residence in Bogalusa on July 22nd.  Interment was in the Thomas Cemetery at Thomas.  Survivors are four sons, one daughter, two brothers, two sisters, nine grandchildren and eight great grandchildren.

Thompson, Madeline Magee, age 64.  A resident of Columbia, South Carolina died July 23rd at the home of her brother and Mrs. Robert E. Magee while she was in Franklinton to attend the funeral of her brother, Woodrow W. Magee.  Interment was in the Edgewood Memorial Park.  Preceded in death by her husband, Joe Thompson, she is survived by three sons, one daughter, three brothers, one sister and eight grandchildren.

8-7-1975

Miller, Milford.  He died in Ft. Worth, Texas on August 2nd.  Interment was in the Mt. Hermon Cemetery.  Survivors are brothers and sisters.

Barrett, Aletha Foil, age 56.  A native of Franklinton and resident of Alexandria, La. died July 31st in St. Francis Cabrini Hospital.  Interment was in the Alexandria Memorial Gardens.  Survivors are her husband, Thomas W. Barrett, one daughter, three grandchildren, one brother and three sisters.  She is the daughter of the late Alice R. and George W. Foil, Washington Parish Pioneers.

Fendlason, Tena S., age 85.  A native of Franklinton and long-time resident of Baton Rouge died August 3rd in Baton Rouge General Hospital.  Interment was in the Fisher United Methodist Church Cemetery.  Survivors are her husband, Daniel Harrison Fendlason, two sons, four sisters, three brothers, one granddaughter and one great grandson.

Miller, Milford, age 64.  A native of Washington Parish and resident of Forth Worth, Texas died in Forth Worth Hospital August 2nd.  Interment was in the Mt. Hermon Cemetery.  He was a former pastor of Franklinton Centenary and Fisher United Methodist Churches.  Survivors are his widow, Lola Walker Miller, one son, one daughter, two brothers, three sisters, four grandchildren and many nieces and nephews.

Passman, David Otto, age 73.  A resident of Franklinton died August 1st at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the Magee Cemetery at Lawrence Creek.  Preceded in death by a daughter, Iris P. Jenkins, survivors are his widow, Mamie Warren Passman, three sons, one daughter, one sister, nine grandchildren and seven step grandchildren.

8-14-1975

Booth, Rev. Thurman W., Sr., age 63.  He was a pastor of Main Street Church in Bogalusa.  He died August 10th.  Interment was in Hillview Memorial Gardens.  Survivors are his widow, three sons, 2 sisters and four grandchildren.

McCain, Alma, age 66.  She died August 7th at Riverside Medical Center.  The only survivor is a half brother, Howard Crockett.  Interment was in the Poplar Head Cemetery.

Provost, Jesse James, age 59.  A resident of the Enon Community died August 6th at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the Spencer Cemetery.  Survivors are his widow, Ada Thomas Provost, two brothers and three sisters.

8-21-1975

Crain, Hillary J. (Buck), age 67.  A native and resident of Franklinton died August 18th at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the Morris Cemetery.  Survivors are two sons, one daughter, one brother, three sisters and six grandchildren.

Creel, Sandy C., age 57.  A resident of rural Franklinton died August 14th at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the Canaan Missionary Baptist Church Cemetery.  Survivors are his widow, Wilkie Seal Creel, two daughters, three brothers and six sisters.

Wales, Clifton Lee, age 63.  A resident of Franklinton died August 14th at his home on Route Four.  Interment was in the Ellis Cemetery.  Survivors are his widow, Lois Tyler Wales, four sons, two brothers, six sisters and ten grandchildren.

8-28-1975

Pittman, Jenette Reese.  A resident of Franklinton died August 24th at Ochsner’s Foundation Hospital in New Orleans.  Interment was in the Morris Cemetery.  Survivors are her husband, Don Pittman, two daughters, a brother, four sisters and three grandchildren.

9-4-1975

Burdeaux, John Henry, age 51.  A resident of Route Five Franklinton died August 30th at Ochsner’s Foundation Hospital in New Orleans.  Interment was in the Magee Cemetery.  Survivors are his widow, Eunice W. Burdeaux, two sons, two daughters, four brothers and six sisters.

9-11-1975

Brooks, Winnie (Ontie), age 70.  She died September 3rd at her Franklinton residence on 12th Ave.  Interment was in the Morris Cemetery.  Survivors are her husband, William E. Brooks, one daughter, two brothers, two sisters, five grandchildren and one great grandchild.

Jenkins, Bert, age 94.  A resident of Sun died September 8th in the Washington St. Tammany Hospital in Bogalusa.  Interment was in the Jenkins Cemetery.  Survivors are two sons, two daughters, four sisters, sixteen grandchildren, forty-three great grandchildren and six great-great grandchildren.

Phares, Annie L., age 83.  A resident of Franklinton died September 4th at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the Bethel Baptist Church Cemetery.  Survivors are three sons, one daughter, six sisters, eleven grandchildren and nine great grandchildren.

Ringel, Inez Zander, age 76.  A native of New Orleans and resident of Franklinton died September 4th at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the Ellis Cemetery.  Survivors are a daughter, three grandchildren and two great grandchildren.

Simmons, Hilton J., age 81.  A resident of rural Franklinton died September 7th at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the Sunlight Baptist Church Cemetery.  Survivors are his widow, Lannie W. Simmons, one son, one daughter, eight grandchildren and eight great grandchildren.

Stafford, Bertha M., age 76.  A resident of Enon died September 6th at Lady of the Lake Hospital in Baton Rouge.  Interment was in the Enon Cemetery.  Survivors are two daughters, one sister, six grandchildren and four great grandchildren.

Williams, M-Sgt. Bobby L., age 44.  He died September 5th at Keesler Air Force Base Medical Center in Biloxi, Mississippi.  He was a resident of Franklinton and retired U. S. Air Force officer.  Interment was in the Passman Cemetery.  Survivors are his widow, Leatrice Williams, one son, two daughters, one brother, one sister, his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Samuel Williams and one grandchild.

9-18-1975

Rogers, Emeriah, age 74.  A resident of Pine died September 10th at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the Pine Community Cemetery.  Survivors are his widow, Frances C. Rogers, three sons, four daughters, one brother, one sister and sixteen grandchildren.

Ward, Maude Foil, age 70.  A native of Clifton died September 15th in Baton Rouge General Hospital.  Interment was in the Ellis Cemetery.  Survivors are her husband, Clyde L. Ward, a sister, a brother and nieces and nephews.

10-2-1975

McDougall, Nurcelia Babington, age 92.  A resident of Covington died September 25th.  Interment was in the Covington Cemetery No. 1.  She was preceded in death by her husband, Lindsey W. McDougall, survivors are five sons, one brother, one sister, ten grandchildren and five great grandchildren.

10-9-1975

McCain, Talma L., age 61.  A resident of Route Two Franklinton died October 4th at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the Poplar Head Missionary Baptist Church Cemetery.  Preceded in death by a son, Charles McCain, survivors include her husband, H. A. (Red) McCain, daughter-in-law, a brother, two sisters and two grandchildren.

Talbert, Florence Jackson, age 100.  She died October 1st at her residence in Felixville, La.  She was a native and life-long resident of East Feliciana Parish.  Interment was in the Masonic Cemetery in Clinton.  Survivors include three daughters, three sons, a brother, three sisters, ten grandchildren and sixteen great grandchildren.

10-16-1975

Davis, Aline Dorothy, age 68.  A resident of Route Three Franklinton died October 13th at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the Fisher Cemetery.  Survivors include three sons, six daughters, three brothers, one sister, twenty grandchildren and ten great grandchildren.

Foil, Hugh E., age 73.  He died October 11th at Riverside Medical Center.  He was a 1920 graduate of Franklinton High School.  Interment was in the Ellis Cemetery.  Survivors are his widow, Melissa A. Foil, a son, a sister and one grandson.

Smith, Andrew Jasper, age 75.  A resident of the Hayes Creek Community died October 12th at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the Ellis Cemetery.  Survivors are his widow, Wilma M. Smith, one daughter, three brothers, three sisters and four grandchildren.

Verger, Sherwood, age 54.  A native of Folsom and resident of Renton, a suburb of Seattle, Washington and a veteran of World War II (USMC died October 7th.  Interment was in the Folsom Baptist Church Cemetery.  Survivors are his wife, Peggy F. Verger, his mother, Mrs. Virgil (Inez) Verger, a brother and 2 sisters.

Vogt, Lenny.  A retired principal at Thomas High School died upon arrival at Walthall County General Hospital in Tylertown, Mississippi on October 7th.  He was a native of New Orleans.  Interment was in the Thomas Mausoleum at Thomas.  Survivors are his widow, Mevoline Thomas Vogt, one daughter, three sons, one sister, one brother and two grandchildren.  

10-23-1975

Barber, Myrtle, age 63.  A resident of Franklinton died September 18th at McGehee Clinic.  Interment was in the Acey’s Creek Cemetery.  She was the widow of the late Collins Barber.  Survivors are one son and five daughters, brothers, three sisters, twenty-one grandchildren and six great grandchildren.

Hood, Arthur E., age 82.  He was a life-long resident of Amite and died October 14th.  Interment was in the Amite Cemetery.  He was preceded in death by a son.  Survivors are his widow, Bessie Burris, one son, three daughters, seven grandchildren and seven great grandchildren.  

Magee, Clyde Jared.  This news item appearing in the October 8th Pampa Daily News, Pampa, Texas pertaining to a Franklinton native.  Funeral services are set for Thursday in McLean.  Mr. Magee age 66 died Monday.  Burial will be in the Hillcrest Cemetery.  He was born in Franklinton and moved to McLean from Baton Rouge.  He married Ruth Hess in 1936.  Survivors are his widow, one son, three daughters, two brothers, one sister and five grandchildren.

10-30-1975

Bateman, David J. (Buster), age 65.  He died October 25th at his resident in the Springhill Community.  Interment was in the Magee Cemetery at Springhill.  Survivors are his widow, Doris E. Bateman, two sons, one sister and four grandchildren.

Mosher, Jack B., age 73.  A former Franklinton resident died October 19th at Plumas District Hospital in Quincy, California.  He was a long-time resident of California.  Interment was in Crescent Mills Cemetery.    He never married and the only survivors are two sisters.

11-6-1975

Matherne, Dr. Nola J., age 59.  A resident of Baton Rouge died October 17th at Baton Rouge General Hospital.  He was a veteran of World War II.  Interment was in Resthaven Garden of Memories.  Survivors are his widow, Vera Dugger Matherne, his father, F. J. Matherne, one son, six daughters, one sister and one brother.

Brooks, William E., age 78.  A resident of 12th Ave., Franklinton died October 29th at St. Tammany Hospital in Covington.  Interment was in the Morris Cemetery.  Survivors are one daughter, one son, one brother, ten grandchildren and one great grandchild.

Johnson, Judge Jess, age 88.  A native of Franklinton and long-time resident of Baton Rouge died October 13th in the Baton Rouge General Hospital.  Interment was in the Greenoaks Memorial Park.  Survivors are his widow, Ada Dowdell Johnson, two sons, two sisters and four grandchildren.  He was a World War I veteran.

Bateman, Robert H., age 69.  A native and resident of Franklinton died October 29th at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the Ellis Cemetery.  Survivors are his widow, Sadie S. Bateman, three sons, four sisters and four grandchildren.

Magee, Lena J., age 74.  A resident of Route One Franklinton died November 2nd at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the Magee Cemetery at Lawrence Creek.  Preceded in death by her husband, Union M. Magee, she is survived by three sons, one sister, one brother, twenty-four grandchildren and thirty-seven great grandchildren.

Mowdy, Annie, age 73.  A resident of Union, Mississippi and mother of Franklinton resident, W. C. Mowdy, died October 27th at Laird Hospital in Union.  Interment was in the Besidahia Baptist Church Cemetery.  Survivors are her husband, Gershon Mowdy, three sons, four daughters, twenty-seven grandchildren and eleven great grandchildren.

Passman, Earnestine Crowe, age 89.  A resident of Franklinton died October 29th at the residence of her son in Pride.  Interment was in the Sunlight Baptist Church Cemetery.  Survivors are her husband of seventy-two years, Fred A. Passman, seven sons, four daughters, twenty-seven grandchildren and twenty-one great grandchildren.

Toney, Percy, age 77.  A former Franklinton resident died October 26th at his home in Augusta, Georgia.  Interment was in the National Hills Cemetery.  Survivors are one son, one daughter and six grandchildren.  The deceased is the brother-in-law of Franklinton residents, Mrs. Fred Toney and Mrs. J. M. Toney.

11-13-1973

Byrd, Mrs. Tom.  She was a resident of Bogalusa.  Her wake was held on Friday.

11-20-1975

Breland, Donald Wayne, age 38.  A resident of Route Five Franklinton died November 17th at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the Crain-State Line Cemetery.  Survivors are his widow, Mary Rose Breland, one son, three daughters, his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Herman Breland, two brothers, two sisters and one grandson.

Brumfield, Ellis, age 65.  He died November 14th at his residence in Clifton.  Interment was in the Hays Creek Cemetery.  Survivors are his widow, Lillie Brumfield, two brothers, three sisters and his mother, Cassie Jelks of Tylertown, Mississippi.

McDaniel, Maude S., age 71.  A resident of Stoney Point died November 11th at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the Stoney Point Missionary Baptist Church Cemetery.  She was preceded in death by her husband; survivors include one son, three daughters, two brothers, eight sisters, six grandchildren and five great grandchildren.

11-27-1975

Singleton, Donald Eugene “Donnie, age 18.  He died November 22nd at Lallie Kemp Hospital in Independence from an automobile accident near Amite.  Interment was in the Ellis Cemetery.  Survivors are his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Donald Wayne Singleton, a brother, one sister, and grandparents, Mrs. T. D. Singleton, Mrs. J. D. Moak, Sr. and Van Simmons.

Baker, Melinda, age 17.  A resident of Route 5 Franklinton was killed in an auto accident on Highway 10 on November 23rd.  She was the daughter of Mrs. Roy Lilly and William Baker Sr.

12-4-1975

Campo, Tony V., age 65.  He died November 30th at Hood Memorial Hospital in Amite.  He was a native and resident of Amite.  Interment was in the Amite Cemetery.  Survivors are his widow, Lillie Catalanotto Campo, two sons, a daughter, five brothers, one sister and two grandchildren.

12-11-1975

Bankston, Mrs. Johnnie O. (Myrtis), age 78.  A resident of Mt. Hermon died December 4th while she was living at the Bill-Dora Nursing Home in Tylertown, Mississippi.  Interment was in the Bankston Cemetery.  Survivors are her husband, Johnnie O. Bankston, two sons, three daughters, fourteen grandchildren, twelve great grandchildren, two brothers and one sister.

Passman, Ansil, age 65.  A resident of Franklinton died at his home on Route Four on December 5th.  Interment was in the Morris Cemetery.  Preceded in death by a son, Wendell Passman, survivors are his widow, Relia J. Passman, one son, five daughters, two brothers, two sisters and six grandchildren.

Schilling, Fermon Shirk.  He was born March 8, 1896 and died December 4, 1975.  His body lay in state at the McNeely Funeral Home in Amite.  Survivors are his wife, Louella Dykes Schilling, four children, seven grandchildren, two great grandchildren and two sisters.

12-18-1975

Bahm, Joseph Clay, age 80.  A resident of the Mt. Pisgah Community died December 11th at Heritage Manor.  Interment was in the Mt. Pisgah Cemetery.  Survivors are one sister and numerous nieces and nephews.

Knight, Showalter A., age 76.  A resident of Bogalusa died December 16th at Community Medical Center in Bogalusa.  Interment was in the Ponemah Cemetery.  Survivors are his widow, Mabel R. Knight, one son, one daughter and six sisters.

Tisdale, Edith Wood, age 78.  A native of Franklinton and long-time resident of Bogalusa died December 11th at Community Medical Center in Bogalusa.  Interment was in the Magee Cemetery on the Covington Highway.  Survivors are her husband, C. D. Tisdale, one son, two sisters, one brother and two grandchildren.

12-25-1975

Barber, Cleve, age 91.  A resident of rural Franklinton died December 21st at the residence of Wilber Barber.  He is survived by forty-two descendants, which includes seven sons, four daughters, two brothers, thirty-eight grandchildren, eighty-two great grandchildren and eleven great-great grandchildren.  Interment was in the Magee Cemetery at Lawrence Creek.

Simmons, Percy, age 56.  A resident of Bickham Street in Franklinton died December 17th at McGehee Clinic.  Survivors are his widow, Dorothy Simmons, two sons, one daughter, three brothers and three sisters.  Interment was in the Ellis Cemetery. 

Thipgen, Vernon Dale, age 41.  A resident of the Oak Grove Community died December 19th at the Joe Allen Smith Memorial Hospital in Gretna.  Survivors are his widow, Gladys Thigpen, two sons, parents Ellis Thigpen and Mildred Williams, two brothers and two sisters.  Interment was in the Thigpen Memorial Cemetery.

1-1-1976

Bankston, Melba Lucille.  A resident of the Stoney Point community died December 27th at age 51 in Ochsner’s Foundation Hospital in New Orleans.  Interment was in the Fisher Cemetery.  Survivors are her husband, Chess Bankston, one daughter, two brothers, one sister, her mother, Mrs. C. L. (Bessie) Creel and one grandchild.

Broadway, Carmen Renee.  A 13 year old Franklinton Junior High School student died December 24th as a result of a shooting accident at the home of her parents, Mr. and Mrs. J. D. Broadway on Route Three Franklinton.  Interment was in the San Pedro Cemetery.  In addition to her parents, survivors are one brother, her grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. O. C. Jenkins and Mr. and Mrs. Herman Toney.

Delaughter, Mary “Diamond”.  A former Franklinton resident, she died December 22nd at Rest Haven Nursing Home in Bogalusa at the age of 89.  Interment was in the Morris Cemetery in Franklinton.  She was preceded in death by her husband, Henry Delaughter; she is survived by two sons, one daughter, six grandchildren and eleven great grandchildren.  

Neal, Vida Dykes.  N native of Washington Parish and resident of Madisonville died December 27th at the age of 64 while a patient at Lallie Kemp Hospital in Independence.  Interment was in the Nobles Cemetery.  Survivors are her husband, Carsey H. Neal, three sons, ten daughters, a stepdaughter, seven brothers, three sisters, forty-four grandchildren and thirty-three great grandchildren.

Hill, Thaniel “Bud”.  A 46 year old resident of Poplarville and former resident of Franklinton died December 25th at the home of his sister in Bogalusa.  Interment was in the Stateline Cemetery west of Hackley.  Survivors are his mother, Louella Hill, five brothers and two sisters.

Seal, Ruth Jenkins.  A Washington Parish native and long-time Franklinton resident died at age 84 on December 26th in Baton Rouge General Hospital.  She was a resident of Fountain Lodge Nursing Home.  Interment was in the Ellis Cemetery.  Preceded in death by her husband, J. Pierce Seal, she is survived by two sons, one daughter, a brother, five sisters, six grandchildren and seven great grandchildren.

Taylor, Lorene.  A resident of the Pine-Varnado Community died December 25th at the age of 49 while a patient in New Orleans Charity Hospital.  Interment was in the Old Gerald Cemetery.  Survivors are her husband, James W. Taylor, four sons, four daughters, her mother, Hester Miley, four brothers, six sisters and fourteen grandchildren.

1-15-1975

Simmons, Othar Edgar.  He was Mayor of Franklinton for six months before his death. A resident of Franklinton died Sunday at Hotel Dieu Hospital in New Orleans on Saturday.  Interment was in the Ellis Cemetery.  Survivors are his widow, Maudie Lee Breland Simmons, two sons, three brothers and two sisters.

Ott, Denman D.  A resident of Franklinton died at age 95 on January 6th at Riverside Medical Center.  He was a native of Mt. Hermon.  Survivors are his widow, Virginia Robinson Ott, one sister and numerous nieces and nephews.

Jordan, Lula Ball.  A former resident of Franklinton died January 10th at her residence in Fort Bend County, Texas at age 69.  Interment was in the Tylertown, Mississippi cemetery.  Survivors are four sons, one daughter, two brothers and thirty grandchildren.

1-29-1976

Smith, Mrs. Wilson (Aline Wilkes).  A resident of Mt. Hermon died January 27th at Hood Memorial Hospital in Amite.  Interment was in the Bogue Chitto Baptist Church Cemetery.  Survivors are her husband, Wilson E. Smith, two sons, one daughter, her mother, Addie Hooper, four brothers, one sister and eight grandchildren.

Corkern, Permelia Knight.  A resident of Bogalusa died January 23rd at the Community Medical Center in Bogalusa at age 60.  Interment was in the Ponemah Cemetery.  She was preceded in death by three sons, Wilton, Elvin and Howard.  Survivors are her husband, Charles a. corker, two sisters, one brother and five grandchildren.

Brooks, Hulon.  A resident of Pine died at the Mt. Hermon home of his daughter on January 22nd at age 62.  Interment was in the Faith Tabernacle Church Cemetery.  Survivors are his widow, Christine Brooks, nine sons, one daughter, four sisters, twenty-four grandchildren and two great grandchildren.

Husser, Alyne Fisher.  A resident of Route Three Franklinton died at age 49 on January 25 at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the Canaan Baptist Church Cemetery.  Survivors are her mother, Mrs. Mike Fisher, her husband, Alfred Tennyson Husser, one son, two daughters, four sisters and three grandchildren.

2-5-1976

Magee, Willie J., age 82.  A native of Franklinton died February 4th at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the Ellis Cemetery.  Survivors are his widow, Alice Daniel Magee, one son, one daughter, four grandchildren, two great grandchildren, two brothers and one sister.

Myles, Earlie E., age 73.  He died January 30th at his home on Route Three, Franklinton.  Interment was in the Wallace Cemetery.  Survivors are his widow, Mrs. Tena S. Myles, one son, one daughter, six grandchildren and seven great grandchildren.

Magee, Romona Ruth, age 32.  A resident of Route One, Franklinton died January 31st at Riverside Medical Center.  She was a native of Mississippi.  Interment was in the Magee Cemetery (Lawrence Creek).  Survivors are her husband, Donald Magee, one son, two daughters, two brothers, four half-brothers and three sisters.

Jones, Thomas Theodore, age 81.  A resident of Route Four, Franklinton died January 25th at Riverside Medical Center.  The body lay in state in Bogalusa at Poole Funeral Home then moved to Berry’s Creek Pentecostal Church.   Interment was in the Williams Cemetery. Survivors are his widow, Rosa Sharp Jones, two sons, two daughters, seven grandchildren and five great grandchildren.

King, Inez Johnson, age 65.  A former Mt. Hermon resident and resident of Bogalusa died January 30th at the Community Medical Center.  Interment was in the Seborn Morris Cemetery near Mt. Hermon.  Survivors are one son, one brother, four sisters, five grandchildren and nine great grandchildren.

2-12-1976

Magee, Willie J., age 82.  A native of Franklinton died February 4th at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the Ellis Cemetery.  Survivors are his widow, Alice Daniel Magee, one son, one daughter, four grandchildren, two great grandchildren, two brothers and one sister.

Magee, Edgar A., age 80.  A resident of Franklinton died at his residence February 6th.  Final rites will be conducted from the New Jerusalem Baptist Church in Clifton.  Survivors are one son, two daughters, nine sisters, five brothers, twenty-nine grandchildren, fifty-two great grandchildren and three great-great grandchildren.

2-19-1976

Miller, Elton T. “Jerry”, age 73.  A resident of Mt. Pisgah Community died February 15th at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the Mt. Pisgah Baptist Church Cemetery.  Survivors are two sons, two brothers, one sister and five grandchildren.

Erwin, C. H. (Chic), age 77.  A native of Franklinton died at his home in Fluker on February 12th.  He was a World War I veteran.  Survivors are one daughter, four brothers, one sister, one grandson and nieces and nephews.

Dennis, Elizabeth Bahm, age 45.  A resident of Gerald, Missouri died February 12th in Gerald.  She was a former resident of the Mt. Pisgah Community and the daughter of Mrs. Rena M. Bahm and the late Cleve Bahm.  Interment was in the Magee-Bahm Cemetery.  Survivors are her husband, Glenn Dennis, one son, one daughter, two sisters and one brother.

2-26-1976

Bankston, Henry H., age 89.  A resident of Clifton died February 18th at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the Ellis Cemetery.  He was preceded in death by his wife, Della Miller Bankston and survived by two sons, three daughters, one brother, fourteen grandchildren and thirteen great grandchildren.

Magee, Rose Lee Spears, age 42.  A resident of Franklinton died February 23rd at Riverside Medical center.  She lay in state in Franklinton at the Branch-Simmons Funeral Home.  Survivors are her husband, J. I. Magee, three sons, one daughter, two brothers and four sisters.

Hyde, Athalean Burkhalter, age 60.  A native of Franklinton died at her residence in Metairie on February 17th.  Interment was in the Bethel Baptist Church Cemetery.  Survivors are her husband, James Menton Hyde, Sr., two sons, three sisters, two brothers and four grandchildren.

Crain, Aline McElveen, age 63.  A resident of Franklinton died February 20th at the Community Medical center in Bogalusa.  Interment was in the Ellis Cemetery.  Survivors are her husband, W. O. Crain, three sons, the brothers, two sisters and five grandchildren.

3-4-1976

Todd, John E., age 54.  A resident of 15th Avenue, Franklinton died March 31st while burning fire lines in Crown Zellerbach’s forest.  Interment was in the Ellis Cemetery.  He was a native of West Virginia.  Survivors are his widow, Edith Todd, one son, two daughters, his mother, Belma Todd, two brothers and three sisters.

Bateman, Mrs. Mit B. (Mary Simmons).  A native of Pike County, Mississippi and life-long resident of Baton Rouge died February 25th at Baton Rouge General Hospital.  Interment was in the Ellis Cemetery.  She was preceded in death by her husband, a son, James J. Bateman and a daughter, Emily Wadsworth.  Survivors are two daughters, one son, one sister, two brothers, ten grandchildren and seventeen great grandchildren.

Passman, A. A. (Aurelius), age 77.  A resident of San Pedro died March 1st at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in San Pedro Baptist Church Cemetery.  Survivors are two sons, one daughter, three step-daughters, six grandchildren, three great grandchildren and several step grandchildren.

Smith, Mamie Sylvest, age 89.  A resident of Warnerton died February 26th at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the Ellis Cemetery.  Survivors are one son and one sister.

Tullos, Cullen, age 70.  A resident of Thomas died February 25th at Riverside Medical Center.  Survivors are his widow, Clotea Tullos, two sons, three daughters, two brothers, one sister, thirteen grandchildren and ten great grandchildren.

Alford, Wiley Benton, age 89.  A long-time resident of Mt. Hermon died at his resident on Route Two, Mt. Hermon February 23rd.  Interment was in the Bogue Chitto Baptist Church Cemetery.  Survivors are three sons, two daughters, twelve grandchildren and twenty-nine great grandchildren.

3-11-1976

Booty, William, age 70.  He passed away at his Mt. Hermon residence on March 4th.  Interment was in the Oscar Morris Cemetery at Mt. Hermon.  Survivors are his widow, Verna M. Booty, three sons, three daughters, one brother, five sisters, fifteen grandchildren and four great grandchildren.

Simmons, Eva Magee, age 91.  A native of Franklinton died March 5th while residing at the Fountain Lodge Nursing Home in Baton Rouge.  Interment was in the Ellis Cemetery.  She was preceded in death by her husband, J. Osborn Simmons.  Survivors are one son, three daughters, three sisters and nine grandchildren.

James, D. J., age 62.  A resident of Route Three, Franklinton, in the Richardson community died March 5th at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the Pleasant Hill Cemetery near Sunny Hill.  Survivors are four sisters and three brothers.

Dykes, Ella Alford, age 70.  A resident of Franklinton died March 6th at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the Ellis Cemetery.  Survivors are two sons, one daughter, one brother, three sisters, eleven grandchildren and nine great grandchildren.

3-18-1976

Jenkins, Elton, age 30.  A resident of Franklinton died March 10th at Lallie Kemp Hospital in Independence.  Interment was in the Jenkins Cemetery.  Survivors are his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Van Jenkins of Pine, three brothers and three sisters.

Forrest, Tom, age 72.  A resident of Parker Street, Franklinton died March 11th.  Interment was in the Mt. Hermon Cemetery.  Survivors are a daughter, Margaret Pillegram and three sisters.

Primes, Tommy, age 54.  A resident of Pine died at Riverside Medical Center.  Survivors are his widow, Aline Primes, two sons, two daughters, four brother, two sisters and one grandson.  Interment was held March 18th in the Strahan Cemetery.

3-25-1976

Spears, Shelton, age 62.  A Franklinton resident died March 21st at his residence on Route Two.  Interment was in the Magee Cemetery.  Survivors are his widow, Freddie M. Spears, three sons, four daughters, one brother, one sister, twenty-five grandchildren and seven great grandchildren.

4-1-1976

Adams, Jeffery, age 14.  A resident of Pine died March 27th from a head-on collision on Hwy. 24.  Survivors are his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Chess Adams, four sisters, three brothers and paternal grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Kinch Adams.  Interment was in the Adams Cemetery.

Magee, Clara, age 92.  A native of Washington Parish and resident of 8th Avenue, Franklinton died March 31st at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the Ellis Cemetery.  

Crain, Arthur, age 76.  A resident of Pine died March 29th at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the Pine Missionary Baptist Church Cemetery.  Survivors are his widow, Bessie Crain, two sons, one brother, two sisters, three grandchildren, two great grandsons and numerous nieces and nephews.

4-8-1976

Hart, Ollie “Red”, age 45.  He died Friday.  He was a former Franklinton resident.  Tucker Funeral Home will be in charge of arrangements.

Snell, Harold Mason, age 66.  He was born September 26th, 1909 died April 3rd at his home on Route Two, Mt. Hermon.  Interment was in the Mt. Hermon Cemetery.  Survivors are his widow, Lillie Mae Snell, two sons, two daughters, two brothers, two sisters, six grandchildren and stepmother, Helen Snell.  He was the son of Charles Edward and Idonia Dykes Snell and was born and reared in Mt. Hermon.   His brother, Carey Snell passed away April 3rd, 1960.  He was the grandson of Lorenzo Dow Snell, one of the pioneer founders of the Mt. Hermon Community.

Magee, Clara Bateman, age 92.  She was a native of Washington Parish and a resident of 8th Avenue in Franklinton.  She died March 31st at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the Ellis Cemetery.  She was preceded in death by her husband, W. Eugene Magee.  Survivors are two sons, seven daughters, eighteen grandchildren, thirty-two great grandchildren and nine great-great grandchildren.

Burch, Helen Wall, age 54.  A Tangipahoa Parish native and resident of Route Three Franklinton died April 2nd.  Interment was in the Mixon Cemetery in Tangipahoa Parish.  Survivors are two sons, four brothers, two sisters and three grandchildren.

Taylor, Richard Wayne.  He was born January 23, 1976 at Southwest Hospital in McComb, Mississippi and died March 30th, 1976 at Walthall County Hospital in Tylertown.  Interment was in the Mt. Hermon Cemetery.  Survivors are his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Richard Earl Taylor, grandparents, Mary Taylor and Mr. and Mrs. Latimore Barber and great grandparents, Tessie Dedon and Alma Goings.

Voth, Donald.  He was a resident of New Orleans and died April 2nd at Baptist Hospital in New Orleans.  His wake was held in New Orleans and funeral was held in Isabel Baptist Church.  He is the son-in-law of George Porter and husband of Kathleen Porter.

4-15-1976

Bannister, Excie Charles, age 75.  He was a native of Washington Parish and resident of Route Four Franklinton died April 13th at Riverside Medical Center.  He was retired from the U. S. Navy and a veteran of both World War I and II.  Interment was in the Ellis Cemetery. Survivors are one son, one brother, one sister and one granddaughter.

Varnado, William Q., age 50.  A native of Franklinton and resident of Bogue Chitto Heights died April 12th at his home.  Interment was in the Tranquil Cemetery in Yazoo City, Mississippi.  Survivors are his widow, Anna S. Varnado and one sister.

4-22-1976

Williams, Claude, age 41.  A resident of State Line, drowned Thursday night when an oil drill rig sunk.  Funeral services were held at the Forest Haven Baptist Church in State Line. Interment was in the Tullos Cemetery. Survivors are his wife, Reba Williams, two sons, three daughters, three brothers, three sisters and his mother, Mary S. Williams.

Toney, Herman G., age 61.  A resident of San Pedro died April 19th at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the San Pedro Missionary Baptist Church Cemetery.  Survivors are his widow, Myrtis S. Toney, one son, four daughters, two stepdaughters, a stepson, his mother, Louiser B. Toney, seven sisters, three brothers, fifteen grandchildren and many nieces and nephews.

4-29-1976

Sullivan, Rose Ella Rogers, age 83.  A resident of Baton Rouge died April 22nd at Fountain Lodge Nursing Home.  Interment was in the Hays Creek Baptist Church Cemetery.  She was a native of Franklinton.  She was preceded in death by her late husband, B. M. Sullivan; survivors are two daughters, five sons, twenty-nine grandchildren and twenty-two great grandchildren.

Mulina, Zoie Varnado, age 63.  A resident of Route Three Franklinton died April 26th at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the Canaan Baptist Church Cemetery.  Survivors are her husband, Hezzie Mulina, five sisters and two brothers.

Riley, Thomas Bennett, age 71.  He died April 26th at Riverside Medical Center. Interment was in the Mt. Pisgah Cemetery.  Survivors are his widow, Wilma Ruth Riley, two daughters, two brothers, three sisters, two grandchildren and three great grandchildren.

Roberts, Laura Adelia, age 85.  A resident of Route Two Franklinton died April 28th at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the Fisher Cemetery.  Survivors are one son, one stepson, one stepdaughter and one grandson.

Clark, Zadie Mulkey, age 80.  A resident of Franklinton died April 17th at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the Magnolia Cemetery in Mississippi.  She was a native of Franklin County, Mississippi.  Survivors are two sons, a daughter, a step daughter, nine grandchildren and nine great grandchildren.

5-6-1976

Willoughby, Jean Crowe.  A resident of Covington died May 2nd at Ochsner’s Foundation Hospital.  Interment was in the Foil-Stringfield Cemetery.  Survivors are her husband, John Willoughby and one son.

Newman, Walter, age 73.  A Franklinton resident died May 3rd.  Interment was in the Tyson Cemetery.  Survivors are his widow, Tena Crowe Newman, four sons, two daughters, one brother, one sister, twenty-five grandchildren and six great grandchildren.

Bateman, Evie Varnado, age 80.  A resident of Franklinton died May 4th at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the Ellis Cemetery.  Preceded in death by her husband, H. L. (Coot) Bateman and one son, Wayne Bateman.  Survivors are one son, one daughter, three brothers, five sisters, four grandchildren and six great grandchildren.

Jenkins, Felder.  He was a native and resident of Franklinton and died April 28th at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the Morris Cemetery in Franklinton.  Survivors are his widow, Lizzie Jenkins, two sons, two daughters, his mother, Fannie Givens Jenkins, three brothers, one sister, fifteen grandchildren and three great grandchildren.

Tynes, Ethel Crain, age 84.  She died May 4th at the home of her daughter on Alford Street.  Interment was in the Tynes Cemetery at Stateline.  She was preceded in death by her husband, J. N. Tynes and survived by one son, three daughters, eleven grandchildren and seven great grandchildren.

5-13-1976

Tynes, Ethel Crain, age 84.  She died May 4th at the home of her daughter on Alford Street.  Interment was in the Tynes Cemetery at Stateline.  She was preceded in death by her husband, J. N. Tynes and survived by one son, three daughters, eleven grandchildren, seven great grandchildren, two brothers and one sister.

Brumfield, Robert, age 13 days old.  He died May 5th at Charity Hospital.  He is the son of former Franklinton residents, Mr. and Mrs. Russell Brumfield.  Other survivors are his grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. C. W. Brumfield, Mr. and Mrs. Gilbert W. Pickney, great grandparents, Tom Dykes and Mr. and Mrs. John Fears and Mr. and Mrs. Ralph Pickney.  Interment was in the Springhill Cemetery.

Foil, Andrew, age 5.  A native and resident of Baton Rouge drowned May 8th.  Interment was in the Resthaven Gardens of Memory.  Survivors are his parents, Judge and Mrs. Frank Foil, two brothers, grandmothers Mrs. C. E. Johnson and Mrs. H. P. Roy.

5-20-1976

Crain, Prentis, age 72.  A resident of Route Three Franklinton died May 17th at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the Pine Cemetery.  Survivors are his widow, Lonie Duncan Crain, two sons, one brother, three sisters and three grandchildren.

White, Carie, age 81.  A resident of Paragould, Arkansas and the mother of Franklinton resident Lloyd White, owner and manager of Ben Franklin, passed away May 7th at Golden Years Nursing Home in Paragould.  Interment was in the Memorial Gardens of Paragould.  In addition to Mr. White, she is survived by one grandson and three grandchildren.

Wager, Oliver E., Sr.  A resident of Crowley, Louisiana and husband of former Franklinton resident, Mazie Bateman Wage died May 11th.  Interment was in the cemetery at Jennings, Louisiana.  Survivors are his widow, one son and one sister.

5-27-1976

Branch, Henry Austin, age 72.  He died May 25th at his home on Route Five, Franklinton.  Interment was in the Crain’s Creek Cemetery.  Survivors are his widow, Myrtis Crain Branch, one son, four daughters, two sisters, twelve grandchildren and eight grandchildren.

Law, Randy J., age 21.  A native of Mt. Hermon and resident of Baton Rouge died in a tractor accident near Amite on May 23rd.  Interment was in the Pilgrim’s Rest Cemetery in Covington.  Survivors are his widow, Constance Law, parents, Mr. and Mrs. Jeff Law, one sister, two foster brothers, his grandmother, Eltha Rainey and a nephew.

Pierce, Ozzie Simmons, age 75.  A native of Franklinton and former resident of Bogalusa died May 21st in Good Shepherd Hospital in Longview, Texas.  Interment was in Ponemah Cemetery.  Survivors are one daughter, three brothers, one sister and four grandchildren.

6-3-1976

Sweeney, Horace Parker, age 70.  A former Franklinton resident and a resident of Denham Springs died May 31st at Lady of the Lake Hospital in Baton Rouge.  Interment was in Ellis Cemetery.  Survivors are his widow, Bessie Carpenter Sweeney, two daughters, five grandchildren, four sisters, a half brother and a half sister.

Perry, Dorman C., age 63.  A resident of Franklinton died May 31st at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the Enon Cemetery.  Survivors are his widow, Glenna Magee Perry, three sons, one daughter, three brothers, three sisters and five grandchildren.

Tullos, William D. A resident of the Hilltop Community in Varnado died May 26th at Riverside Medical Center.  He was a World War I veteran.  Interment was in the Hilltop Missionary Baptist Church cemetery.  Survivors are his widow, Mabel Tullos, one daughter, four brothers, one sister, two grandchildren and three great grandchildren.

6-24-1976

Armstrong, Lula R., age 75.  A resident of Franklinton died June 20th at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the Plainview Cemetery.  Survivors are a daughter, one son, one brother, one sister, three grandchildren and two great grandchildren.

Slocum, James M., age 81.  A resident of Route Five Franklinton died June 27th at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the Nobles Cemetery.  Survivors are his widow, Naziel Cooper Slocum, six daughters, two sisters, thirty-one grandchildren and twenty-seven great grandchildren.

Creel, Oda, age 75.  A resident of Williams Street, Franklinton died June 28th at Riverside Medical Center.  His only survivor is his widow, Margaret Sharp Creel.  Interment was in the Nobles Cemetery.

Jenkins, Christine (Tina), age 77.  She died June 23rd at her home on Route Three, Franklinton.  Interment was in the Wallace Cemetery.  Survivors are two sons, six daughters, two brothers, twenty-five grandchildren and ten great grandchildren.

Edwards, Donald, age 32.  A resident of Route 2, Kentwood died June 23rd after a St. Helena parish truck crash.  Interment was in the Beulah Baptist Church Cemetery at Bolivar.  Survivors are his wife, Irma Jean Edwards, two sons, parents, Lewis Edwards and Yvonne Bond Edwards, five brothers, two sisters, grandparents, Mrs. Mittie C. Edwards and Jewel E. Bond, Sr.  

7-8-1976

Forbes, Lillie Mae, age 64.  A resident of Route Two, Mt. Hermon died June 29th at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the Oral Baptist Church Cemetery in Tylertown.  Survivors are her mother, Mrs. E. A. Dillon, Sr., her husband, Reacie Forbes, six sons, two daughters, three sisters, one brother, twenty-two grandchildren and four great grandchildren.

LaBurthe, Agnes M., age 69.  A resident of Route Two Mt. Hermon died June 30th at Bill-Dore Nursing Home in Tylertown.  Interment was in the Bogue Chitto Cemetery.  Survivors are one brother and nephews and nieces.

7-15-1976

Watson, James “Rusty”, age 27.  A resident of Route 2, Franklinton died July 12 in a motorcycle accident on the Middle Franklinton-Bogalusa Highway (Hwy 439).    Interment was in the Smith Cemetery at Sheridan.  He is the son of Dorothy Watson and the late Willie Watson.  In addition to his mother, he is survived by a brother, one sister and his grandfather, George Watson, Sr.

DeWolf, Sarah Ethel, age 95 years.  A resident of Iowa, La. died July 4th at Memorial Hospital in Lake Charles, LA.  She was born in Tarsney, Missouri.  She was preceded in death by her husband, Allen J. DeWolf, a son and a daughter.  Survivors are four sons, five daughters, two brothers, fifteen grandchildren and sixteen great grandchildren.  Interment was in the Oak Lawn Cemetery in Welsh.


Crain, Shird, age 93.  A resident of Route Five, Franklinton died July 7th at Riverside Medical Center.  Survivors are four sons, five daughters, forty-five grandchildren, eighty-one great grandchildren, eighteen great-great grandchildren.  Interment was in the Hilltop Baptist Church Cemetery.

Willoughby, Effie Magee, age 85.  A native of Franklinton and long-time resident of Bogalusa died July 7th at the Community Medical Center in Bogalusa.  Interment was in the Ellis Cemetery.  She was the daughter of the late Robert D. and Clotilde Wood Magee and was preceded in death by her husband, William J. Willoughby.  Survivors are one daughter, two sisters, three grandchildren and one great granddaughter.

Duncan, Ben W., age 64.  He died July 2nd at his home in Tylertown.  Interment was in the Hillcrest Memorial Gardens.  Survivors are his widow, Ruth Blackwell Duncan, two brothers, three sisters and hosts of nieces and nephews.

7-22-1976

Pearson, Lela Magee, age 91.  A native and resident of Franklinton died July 17th at Heritage Manor.  Interment was in the Ellis Cemetery.  Survivors are one daughter, three sisters, three grandchildren and four great grandchildren.

Dedon, Percy, age 69.  He died July 14th at Slidell Memorial Hospital.  He was a native of Mt. Hermon and a resident of Franklinton.  Interment was in the Mt. Hermon Cemetery.  Survivors are one daughter, one brother, two sisters, four grandchildren and three great grandchildren.

7-29-1976

Burch, Angus B., age 82.  A native of Franklinton and resident of Baton Rouge died July 21st at Lady of the Lake Hospital.  Interment was in the Roselawn Memorial Park.  Survivors are two sisters and one brother.

Thomas, Talmadge Hardy “Joe”, age 62.  He died July 21st at his residence on Bailey Avenue in Forth Worth, Texas.  He was a native of Washington Parish.  Interment was in the Nobles Cemetery.  Survivors are two sons, two brothers and one sister.

Gill, Jennifer, age 18 months.  A resident of Route Two, Mt. Hermon died July 21st at Riverside Medical Center from injuries of an automobile.  Interment was in the Family Cemetery near Mt. Hermon.  Survivors are her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Wyman Gill, two brothers, grandparents, William Gill and Mr. and Mrs. W. R. Varnado and numerous uncles, aunts and cousins.

Magee, Robert E., Jr., age 69.  A native of Enon and long-time resident of Baton Rouge died July 22nd.  Interment was in the Greenoaks Memorial Park.  Survivors are his widow, Nancy M. Magee, one daughter, three sons, three sisters and two brothers.

Jenkins, James Leroy, age 54.  A resident of Franklinton died July 27th at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the Wallace Cemetery.  Survivors are his widow, Viola Bennett Jenkins, two sons, one daughter, one brother, six sisters and three grandchildren.

8-12-1976

Cook, Eugene W., age 59.  A resident of Folsom died August 6th at St. Tammany Parish Hospital in Covington.  Interment was in the Blackwell Cemetery on Mocking Bird Hill Road, north of Folsom.  Survivors are his widow, Hilda Blackwell Cook, one daughter, his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Eugene Cook, one brother and three sisters.

Barber, Jimmie Ottis, age 27.  A resident of Route Five, Franklinton died August 7th at Ochsner’s Foundation Hospital in New Orleans.  Interment was in Thomas Cemetery.  Survivors are his widow, Faye King Barber, daughter, parents, Ottis Barber and Margie V. Thomas, two sisters and grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Matthew Thomas.

Miller, Verda Burch, age 67.  A native of Washington Parish died August 7th at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the Bogue Chitto Cemetery.  She was the daughter of Alonzo and Inez Bankston Burch.  Survivors are two daughters, four brothers, two sisters and eight grandchildren.

Keele, Augusta Fricke, age 76.  A native of Franklinton and long-time resident of Lake Charles died August 1st at St. Patrick’s Hospital in Lake Charles.  Interment was in the Lake Charles Cemetery.  Survivors are six sons, four daughters, one brother, four sisters and numerous nieces and nephews.

8-19-1976

Porter, Howard A., age 76.  A resident of Mt. Hermon died August 16th at Riverside Medical Center.  Final rites were conducted from the Mt. Hermon Baptist Church.  Survivors are his widow, Ruth Watson Porter, four sons, four daughters, five brothers, four sisters and ten grandchildren.

King, James H., age 49.  A native of Franklinton and resident of Route Six, Franklinton died August 17th at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the Hays Creek Cemetery.  Survivors are his widow, Ayleene Kliesch King, one son, one stepson, one daughter, one stepdaughter, three sisters, his mother, Mrs. Cullie H. King and one grandchild.

Harris, Infant twins, age 7 or 8 hours.  The infant twin sons of Mr. and Mrs. Danny Harris died August 16th at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the Ellis Cemetery.  In addition to the parents, survivors include their grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. John Harris and Mr. and Mrs. V. L. Bridges.

8-26-1976

Boren, Ben I., age 83.  He was a resident of Pollock, La.  A message was received August 15th, notifying Mrs. H. R. Sylvest of the death of her brother.  Interment was in the Pollock Cemetery.  Survivors are two daughter, two grandchildren and three sisters.

Folks, Catherine Strain, age 60.  A native of Louisiana and resident of East Hornsby Street in Covington died August 17th at St. Tammany Parish Hospital in Covington.  Interment was in the Garden of the Pines.  Survivors are her widow, Ray Folks, one daughter, two sons, five grandchildren and one great grandchild.

9-2-1976

Simmons, Mrs. Waynard A., age 60.  A native of Pascagoula, Mississippi and resident of Oakcrest Drive in Baton Rouge died August 25th at Baton Rouge General Hospital.  Survivors are her husband, Waynard Simmons, a son, a daughter, a brother, two sisters and six grandchildren.

Porter, Julius C., age 78.  A native of Mt. Hermon and long-time resident of Kentwood died August 24th.  Interment was in the Kentwood Cemetery.  Survivors are his widow, Mrs. Pinkie Westmoreland Porter, four brothers, four sisters and many nieces and nephews.

Lytle, Mattie D., age 82.  A resident of Route Three, Franklinton died August 30th at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the Ellis Cemetery.  Survivors are one daughter, one son, four grandchildren and five great grandchildren.

9-9-1976

Kean, Thomas Jefferson, age 22.  He died September 3rd at St. Gabriel, La.  Interment was in Greenoaks Memorial Park.  Survivors are his widow, Katherine Rudnicki Kean, his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Louis R. Kean, one sister and two brothers.

Barber, Harvey H.  A resident of William Street, Franklinton died September 2nd at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the Stateline Pentecostal Church Cemetery near Tylertown, Survivors are his widow, Dora Mae Barber, four daughters, parents, Mr. and Mrs. Houston Barber, one brother, one sister and two grandchildren.

Blackwell, Maude Fisher, age 70.  A resident of the Bethel Community died September 2nd in Hotel Dieu Hospital in New Orleans.  Interment was in the Bethel Cemetery.  Survivors are her husband, Fleet Blackwell, two daughters, one brother, two sisters and six grandchildren.

Kemp, Doyle A., age 71.  A native of Franklinton and resident of Baton Rouge died September 1st at Lady of the Lake Hospital in Baton Rouge.  Interment was in Greenoaks Memorial Park.  He was preceded in death by two sons, Ronnie Wayne Kemp and Barry K. Kemp.  Survivors are his widow, Nedra G. Kemp, one son, two brothers and two grandchildren.

Carpenter, Allen Averice, age 57.  He died September 3rd from a home fire.  Interment was in the Magee Cemetery.  Survivors are one brother and two sisters.

Ingram, Alma, age 83.  A former resident of Route Five, Franklinton died September 2nd at Heritage Manor.  Interment was in the Nobles Cemetery.  Survivors are four sons, two daughters, two brothers, sixteen grandchildren, twenty great grandchildren and three great-great grandchildren.

9-16-1976

Dillon, Sarah Arva, age 73.  A native of Pike County died August 28th at Walthall County General Hospital in Tylertown.  Interment was in the Tylertown Cemetery.  She was the daughter of the late Rempus Sterling and Sarah Angelina Ginn Dillon.  She is survived by her husband, James Osmore Dillon, three sons, one daughter, one brother, two sisters, three grandsons, a granddaughter, one great grandson, four great granddaughters and two step granddaughters.

9-23-1976

Brand, Stanley G., age 64.  A resident of 16th Avenue, Franklinton died September 20th at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the Hyde Cemetery at Chesbrough, Louisiana.  Survivors are his widow, Mary Brand, two nieces and five nephews.

Thigpen, Averice Truitt (Buck), age 64.  A former Washington Parish resident died September 13th at his home in Houston, Texas.  Interment was in the Hollywood Cemetery.  Survivors are his widow, Katie Kooi Thigpen, one son, two grandsons, four sisters and one brother.

10-7-1976

Crowe, Levie Magee.  A native of Franklinton and resident of Baton Rouge died September 29th at Lady of the Lake Hospital in Baton Rouge.  Interment was in the Ellis Cemetery.  Survivors are her husband, Adrian S. Crowe, a daughter, a son, a sister, eleven grandchildren, a great grandchild and nieces and nephews.

10-14-1976

Caldwell, John H., Jr. age 29.  A resident of Franklinton died October 8th in an automobile accident.  Interment was in the Ellis Cemetery.  Survivors are his widow, Diane Fleming Caldwell, a son, a daughter, parents, Mr. and Mrs. John H. Caldwell, three brothers, three sisters, grandparents, Mrs. Caroline Caldwell and Mrs. Cornelius Molloy.

Riley, Willie Marvin, age 52.  A resident of Isabel died October 8th in the Community Medical Center in Bogalusa.  He is the son of the late Rev. and Mrs. C. T. Riley.  Survivors are his widow, Mable Duncan Riley, three sons, two daughters, four sisters, mother-in-law, Sally Duncan and nine grandchildren.  Interment was in the Wallace Cemetery near Bogalusa.

Vaughn, Mamie Packer, age 78.  A native of Franklinton died October 10th at Dixon Memorial Hospital in Denham Springs, Louisiana.  Interment was in the Woodland Cemetery.  Survivors are two daughters, one son, one brother, five grandchildren and nieces and nephews.

Ricks, Maude B., age 81.  A resident of Route Two, Kentwood, died October 7th at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the Sunny Hill Cemetery.  Preceded in death by her husband, W. W. (Jack) Ricks, she is survived by four sons, two daughters, fourteen grandchildren and fifteen great grandchildren.

Martin, Donald Lamar (D. L.), age 48.  A resident of Pine died October 6th in a one car auto accident on the Seven Mile Road.  Interment was in the First Baptist Church Cemetery in Pine.  Survivors are his widow, Sue DeLancey Martin, his mother, Aletha Martin, five daughters, three brothers, one sister, three grandchildren and nieces and nephews.

Tatem, Eva Latrice, age 59.  She died October 5th at her residence in Kenner.  Interment was in the Burch-Bickham Cemetery.  Survivors are two sons, two daughters, three brothers, two sisters and eight grandchildren.

10-28-1976

Phelps, Enoch Isiah, age 57.  A resident of Franklinton died October 24th at Walthall County General Hospital in Tylertown.  Interment was in the Nobles Cemetery.  Survivors are his widow, Lela Phelps, one son, four brothers, two sisters and two grandchildren.

Varnado, Seaborn Lowery, age 75.  A resident of Hammond and native of New Orleans died October 16th at Seventh Ward General Hospital in Hammond.  Interment was in Greenlawn Cemetery.  Survivors are his widow, Wilda Addison Varnado, one son, three sisters, three brothers and six grandchildren.

11-4-1976

Taylor, Frank W., age 64.  A resident of Franklinton died November 2nd at Touro Infirmary in New Orleans.  Interment was in the Acey’s Creek Cemetery.  Survivors are his widow, Ernestine Stogner Taylor, one son, Ronald Taylor, two daughters, four brothers, four sisters and two grandchildren. 

Robbins, Louella Thigpen.  A resident of Route Two Franklinton died in New Orleans on November 1st.  Interment was in the Springhill Cemetery.  Survivors are her husband, Newell Robbins, three sons, two daughters, one brother, three sisters and six grandchildren.

Burdeaux, John Wilmer (Will).  He died in Riverton, Wyoming on October 13th.  Interment was in the Magee Cemetery.  Survivors are his mother, Mrs. John (Eunice) Burdeaux, one brother, two sisters and his grandmother, Mrs. Maurice Magee.

Moak, Richard L., age 68.  A resident of Mt. Hermon died October 31st at E. S. Pike Memorial Hospital in Kentwood.  Interment was in the Seab Morris Cemetery.  Survivors are his widow, Daisy Morris Moak, two step-sons, two step-daughters, three brothers, four sisters, nineteen grandchildren and three great grandchildren.

Duncan, Ruby Schilling, age 74.  A resident of Mt. Hermon died October 20th at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the Midway Pentecostal Church Cemetery.  Survivors are one son, two daughters, one sister, twelve grandchildren and sixteen great grandchildren.

Bateman, Dallas Lane, age 47.  A native of Franklinton died October 29th in Kenya, East Africa.  Interment was in the Ellis Cemetery.  Survivors are his widow, Margie Bateman, three daughters his mother, Mrs. E. E. Bateman, one sister and two brothers.

11-11-1976

Pierce, Ophelia, age 56.  A resident of Franklinton died November 17th at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the Thomas Cemetery.  She was preceded in death by her husband, Willie Esco Pierce, four sons, one daughter, four brothers, one sister, fifteen grandchildren and nieces and nephews.

Crowe, Archie C., age 76.  A resident of Franklinton died November 4th at his home on Route Three.  Interment was in the Stevens Cemetery.  Survivors are his widow, Teenie S. Crowe, two sons, one brother, two sisters and four grandchildren.

Lott, Lucy Creel, age 74.  A resident of Franklinton died November 4th at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the Tyson Cemetery.  Survivors are six sons, three daughters, three brothers, one sister, thirty-one grandchildren, thirty-six great grandchildren and eight step grandchildren.

11-18-1976

Brock, Clyde, age 59.  A resident of Mt. Hermon died November 14th at his home.  Interment was in the Bogue Chitto Baptist Church Cemetery.  Survivors are four sons, one daughter, two brothers, seven grandchildren and two sisters.

Stryker, E. Harold, age 83.  He died at his home in Chatman, Alabama on November 5th.  Survivors are his widow, Ruby Knight Stryker, one son, two daughters, nine grandchildren and two sisters.  Interment was in Chatman, Alabama.

Rester, David G., age 21.  A resident of Franklinton died November 14th from a gunshot wound.  Interment was in the Rester Cemetery.  Survivors are his widow, Maita Stewart Rester, two sons, one daughter, his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Rufus Rester, one brother and four sisters.

11-25-1976

Madden, C. L.  A former resident of Franklinton died in Covington on November 2nd at St. Tammany Parish Hospital in Covington.  Graveside rites were held at Morris Cemetery in Franklinton.  Survivors are his wife, Pearl Knight Madden, one son, two grandchildren, brothers and sisters.

Riley, Rev. George W., age 83.  A resident of Route One, Varnado died November 19th at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the Whittington Cemetery.  Survivors are his widow, Frances McNeese Riley, one son, one daughter, one brother, three sisters and three grandchildren.

12-2-1976

Welch, Carl Lewis, age 58.  A native of Franklinton died.  He is the son of Mrs. Willie L. Welch now of Baton Rouge. He was a World War II Veteran.  Interment was in the Greenoaks Memorial Park in Baton Rouge on November 29th.  He was preceded in death by his father, Willie L. Welch and one sister, Lucille Welch.  In addition to his mother, he is survived by his widow, Margie, one daughter, two sons, one sister and four granddaughters.

12-9-1976

McElveen, Margaret Graham “Maggie”, age 87.  She died December 4th in Baton Rouge General Hospital.  Interment was in the Graham Cemetery.  Survivors are four sons, three daughters, numerous grandchildren and great grandchildren. 

Spears, Talmadge, age 32.  A resident of Franklinton died in an automobile accident near Sun on December 4th.  Interment was in the Crain’s Creek Cemetery.  Survivors are his widow, Paulette Jones Spears, two sons, his mother, Mrs. Freddie (Doll) Magee, two brothers and four sisters.

Smith, Dora D., age 73.  A resident of Route Three, Franklinton died December 3rd at her residence.  Interment was in the Seal Cemetery on Route Three, Franklinton.  Survivors are one brother and one sister.

12-16-1976

Bateman, Chester Hugh, age 69.  A native of Washington Parish and resident of Route Two, Mr. Hermon died December 12th at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the Mt. Hermon cemetery.  Survivors are one daughter, four brothers and four sisters.

James, Mrs. Erah, age 77.  A resident of Franklinton died December 11th at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the Hays Creek Baptist Church Cemetery.  Survivors are four sons, a daughter, a brother, five sisters, fourteen grandchildren and eight great grandchildren.

Perez, Sophia V., age 76.  She died December 10th at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment will be in Key West, Florida.  Survivors are one daughter, one son, one brother and four sisters.

12-23-1976

Moore, George Duke, Sr., age 68.  A resident of Franklinton died December 16th at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the Ellis Cemetery.  Survivors are his widow, Marah B. Moore, a daughter, a son, a brother, two sisters and four grandchildren.

Valiant, Cornelia Burch, age 97.  A life-long resident of the Bogue Chitto community died December 20th at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the Bogue Chitto Baptist Church Cemetery.  Survivors are two sons, a daughter, thirteen grandchildren, thirty-two great grandchildren and seven great-great grandchildren.

Forshag, Evalyn, age 80.  A resident of Franklinton died December 18th at Riverside Medical Center.  She was the former owner and operator of Forshag’s Drug Store.  Interment was in the Ellis Cemetery.  She was preceded in death by her husband, Clarence C. Forshag and is survived by one niece.

Anderson, Randell Dewayne, age 3 months.  The infant son of Mr. and Mrs. Alton Anderson of Route Five Franklinton died December 20th in a Bogalusa hospital.  Interment was in the Nobles Cemetery.  Other survivors are grandparents, Patsy Primes Barber, the late Estus Primes and Ocie Anderson.

12-30-1976

O’Brien, Warren.  He died December 21st in New York City.  He is survived by nine children and widow.

McElveen, Lucious L., age 61.  A resident of the Sunny Hill Community on Route One Mt. Hermon died December 21st in a Bogalusa hospital.  Interment was in the Jenkins Cemetery near Sunny Hill.  Survivors are his widow, Ophelia Dykes Pierce, five sons, one daughter, four brothers and eight grandchildren.

Thomas, Toxie Hall, age 60.  A resident of New Jersey died December 25th at Fitkin Memorial Hospital in Neptune, New Jersey.  He was a veteran of World War II and the Korean Conflict.  Survivors are his widow, Alberta Ramsey Thomas, one daughter, one son, a sister, a brother, Percy Thomas of Pine and two grandchildren.

1-13-1977

Varnado, Chester A., Sr.  He was a resident of Route Three Franklinton and died January 10th at his home in the Canaan community.  Interment was in the Seal cemetery at Route Three, Franklinton.  Survivors are his widow, Kella Rainey Varnado, 2 sons, 1 daughter, 2 brothers, 5 sisters and 6 grandchildren.

Rester, Thomas Arthur.  He was a resident of Dan Street, Bogalusa and died January 9th at the age of 74.  Interment was in the Pounds cemetery.  Survivors are 6 sons, 4 daughters, 2 sisters, 27 grandchildren and 5 great grandchildren.

Carpenter, Ambrose.  He was a resident of Denham Springs and former resident of the Enon community.  He died at Dixon Memorial Hospital in Denham Springs on January 7th.  Interment was in the Spencer cemetery in the Zona community.  Survivors are his widow, Callie Provost Carpenter, 2 sons, 2 daughters, 2 brothers, 3 sisters, 12 grandchildren and 4 great grandchildren.

Pace, Mrs. Virgie.  She was a 75 year old resident of the Pine community and passed away January 7th at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the Breland cemetery.  Survivors are 1 son, 1 daughter, 2 sisters, 7 grandchildren and 11 great grandchildren.

Bailey, William Harris.  He was a 69 year old former Franklinton resident and recently of Baton Rouge, died January 6th at Baton Rouge General Hospital.  Interment was in the Ellis cemetery.  Survivors are 1 sister and 3 brothers.

Graves, Thomas Jasper, Jr.  He was a resident of Route 1 Franklinton and died January 5th at Riverside Medical Center at age 82.  Final rites were held at Hays Creek Baptist Church.  Survivors are 4 sons, 1 sister and 3 brothers.

Hughes, Ubert.  He died January 4th at the age of 80 years at the Community Medical Center in Bogalusa.  He was a native of Tangipahoa Parish and a World War I Veteran.  Survivors are his widow, Ada Pierce Hughes, 2 daughters, 6 grandchildren and 6 great grandchildren.  Interment was in the Ponemah cemetery.

Morris, Hollis W., Jr.  He was a native of Washington Parish and former resident of Chalmette.  He died at the age of 62.  He was the son of the late Symantha Miller and Hollis W. Morris, Sr.  Survivors are his widow, Mrs. Thelma Booty Morris, 2 sons, 2 daughters, 12 grandchildren and 1 great grandson.  Memorial services were held January 4th in the First Baptist Church of Arabi.

1-27-1977

Magee, Mary Jean Hughes.  She died January 24th at the age of 45, while a patient at Methodist Hospital in New Orleans.  Interment was in the Hillview Memorial Gardens in Bogalusa.  Survivors are her husband, William Houston Magee, 3 sons, her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Mack Hughes, 1 sister and grandmother, Mrs. Dixie Knight.

Elliott, Eddie Joseph, Sr.  He died January 22 in Villa Feliciana Hospital in Jackson, LA.  Interment was in the Ellis cemetery.  Survivors are 1 sister, his widow, Eunice Zeringue Elliott, 2 sons, 1 daughter, 2 brothers, 2 sisters and 2 grandchildren.

2-3-1977

Givens, Quentin LeMoyne.  He was a 53 year old resident of Franklinton and died January 26th at Riverside Medical Center. Interment was in the Canaan cemetery.  Survivors are his widow, Isabelle H. Givens, 1 son, 2 daughters, 2 brothers, 1 sister and his father, Albert Givens.

Jenkins, Lorena S.  She was 65 year old and died January 30th while a patient in a New Orleans hospital.  Interment was in the Springhill cemetery.  Survivors are 3 sons, 1 daughter, 3 brothers, 2 sisters and 12 grandchildren.

Fortenberry, Minnie.  She was a 77 year old Bogue Chitto resident and died January 27th at Pike Memorial Hospital in Kentwood.  Survivors are 2 sons, 4 daughters, 2 sisters, 24 grandchildren and 4 great grandchildren.  Final rites were conducted from Bogue Chitto Baptist Church.

Magee, King David.  He was a 68 year old Franklinton resident and died January 26th at his residence.  Interment was in the Pine cemetery.  Survivors are his widow, Ruby R. Magee, 1 brother and 1 sister.

Fussell, Alma Richardson.  She was a 72 year old resident of Franklinton and died January 30th at Riverside Medical Center.  Survivors are her husband, Carl Fussell, 2 sons, 2 daughters, 3 brothers, 1 sister, 8 grandchildren and 1 great grandchild.

Erwin, Shelton A. (Shell).  He was a 77 year old resident of Route 3 Franklinton and died February 1st at Riverside Medical Center.  Survivors are his widow, Roxie Erwin, 2 daughters, 1 step-daughter, 1 son, 3 brothers, 1 sister and 8 grandchildren.

2-10-1977

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2-17-1977

Magee, Donald I.  He was a 19 year old resident of Route 5, Franklinton and died February 13th at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the Magee cemetery.  Survivors are his father, J. I. Magee, 1 sister and 2 brothers.

2-24-1977

Bickham, Carrie Holmes.  She was a 81 year old resident of Franklinton and died February 17th at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the Ellis cemetery.  Survivors are her husband, Benton E. Bickham, 1 daughter, 1 son, 1 sister, 9 grandchildren and 4 great grandchildren.

3-3-1977

Crowe, Belva (Zula).  She was a 77 year old Franklinton resident and died February 26th at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the Canaan Missionary Baptist Church cemetery.  Survivors are 3 sons, 1 daughter, 2 brothers, 4 sisters, 22 grandchildren and 4 great grandchildren.

Simpson, Sara Cordelia Newell.  She died February 14th at the age of 91 while a patient at North Pickens Hospital in Reform, AL.  She was a native of Texas.  Interment was in the Graham Memorial cemetery.  Survivors are 3 daughters, 2 sons and a number of grandchildren and great grandchildren.

3-10-1977

Green, Hollis L., Sr.  He died at his home in Enon on March 3rd.  Interment was in the Enon Church cemetery.  Survivors are his widow, Rosa Mae Knight Green, 1 son, 1 brother, 4 sisters, 2 granddaughters and 2 great granddaughters.

Stewart, Phillip Alton.  The 12 year old son of Mr. and Mrs. Robert Alton Stewart of Franklinton died March 6th at Ochsner’s Foundation Hospital in New Orleans.  He was a victim of Reye’s syndrome.  Interment was in the Ellis cemetery.  Survivors are his parents, 2 brothers, grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. John Wesley Stewart and Mr. and Mrs. James Campbell.

Odom, Walter H.  He was an 82 year old native and resident of LeCompte and died on February 28th at Rapides General Hospital in Alexandria, LA.  He was a Veteran of World War I.  Interment was in the Paul Cemetery in LeCompte.  Survivors are his widow, Fronie Doyle Odom, 3 sons, 3 daughters, 8 grandchildren and 2 great grandchildren.

Atwood, Vuler Jane.  She was a resident of Paragould, AK and died on March 1st at St. Bernard Hospital in Jonesboro, AK just a week before her 70th birthday.  Interment was in the New Friendship cemetery in Paragould.  Survivors are her husband, Moses L. Atwood, 3 sons, 2 daughters, 3 brothers, 1 sister, 22 grandchildren and 8 great grandchildren.

Crowe, Mrs. Eddie S.  She was a 90 year old resident of Route 3, Franklinton and died on March 6th at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the Canaan cemetery.  Survivors are 3 sons, 2 daughters, 17 grandchildren, 37 great grandchildren and 1 great, great grandchild.

Gennaro, John.  He was a 77 year old Independence resident and died March 2nd at 7th Ward Hospital I Hammond.  Survivors are his widow, Genevieve Dimaggio Gennaro, 2 sons, 4 daughters, 2 brothers and 12 grandchildren.  Interment was in the Colonial Mausoleum.

Temples, Jane Miley.  She passed away at her home on Route 1, Varnado and died March 3rd.  Interment was in the Miley cemetery.  Survivors are her husband, Williams Temples, 2 brothers and 1 sister.

3-17-1977

Corkern, Olan J. “Buck”.  He was a 60 year old Franklinton resident and died March 11 at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the Ellis cemetery.  Survivors are his widow, Freddie Jenkins Corkern, 2 daughters, 1 brother, 2 sisters and 3 grandsons.

Spears, Ander W.  He was a 70 year old resident of Route 5, Franklinton and passed away March 9th at Riverside Medical Center.  Survivors are 7 sons, 3 daughters, 1 brother, 2 sisters, 19 grandchildren and 6 great grandchildren.  Interment was in the Thomas cemetery.

Boutwell, Homer.  He was an 84 year old Bogalusa resident and died March 10th at Community Medical Center in Bogalusa.  Survivors are 4 sons, 5 daughters, 1 sister, 39 grandchildren and 25 great grandchildren.  Interment was in the Ellis cemetery.

Kemp, Hattie.  The 84 year old resident of Killiam, LA died March 11th in Riverside Medical center.  Interment was in a Springfield, LA cemetery.  Survivors are 2 daughters, 1 sister, 1 brother, 5 grandchildren and 10 great grandchildren.  She was a native of Clinton, LA.

Crain, Inis Temples.  She was a 61 year old resident of Pine and died March 14th at Seventh Ward General Hospital in Hammond.  Interment was in the Gerald cemetery at Pine.  Survivors are her husband, Arnold Crain, 6 sons, 1 daughter, 3 brothers, 4 sisters, 18 grandchildren and 3 great grandchildren.

Whitt, W. J.  He was a 77 year old resident of Ardmore, TN and died at his home March 8th.  Survivors are his widow, Hilda Whitt, 1 daughter, 2 sons, 4 grandchildren and 5 great grandchildren.  Interment was in the Blanche cemetery at Blanche, TN.

3-24-1977

Varnado, Henry Newton.  He was an 87 year old Franklinton resident and died March 21st.  His birthday was March 22nd.  Interment was in the Morris cemetery.  Survivors are his widow, Ora McCain Varnado, 1 son, 2 daughters, 2 brothers, grandchildren and 1 great grandson.

3-31-1977

Wallace, Audie Burch.  She was killed in an automobile accident on March 24th.  Interment was in the Bogue Chitto Baptist church cemetery.  Survivors are 1 brother, 1 niece and 1 nephew.

Wallace, William Frank.  He was 84 years old and died March 26th from an automobile accident.  He was 84 years old and died at the Walthall County General Hospital in Tylertown.  He was preceded in death by his wife, Audie Burch Wallace, who died March 24th.  Survivors are 1 son, 2 brothers, 1 sister and nieces and nephews.  Interment was in the Bogue Chitto Baptist church cemetery.

Sylvest Hezzie R.  The 79 year old Franklinton resident died March 27th at Riverside Medical Center.  He was a World War I Veteran serving in France.  Survivors are his widow, Myrtle B. Sylvest, 2 daughters, 2 brothers, 1 sister, 4 grandchildren and 4 great grandchildren.  Interment was in the Fisher cemetery.

4-7-1977

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4-14-1977

Thomas, John Alan.  He was a 19 year old resident of Baton Rouge and died April 9th.  He was a native of Tylertown.  Interment was in the Thomas cemetery.  Survivors are his parents, Mr. and Mrs. John H. Thomas, maternal grandmother, Ernestine Cooper, paternal grandfather, Frank Thomas, 2 sisters and 1 brother.

Lee, Jerry Lynn.  A resident of Franklinton died at age 36 at Riverside Medical following a gunshot wound.  He was a native of Walthall County.  Survivors are his parents, Kemel Randolph and Altha Breland Lee, his widow ______(microfilm damaged) Pittman, 4 sons, 5 stepchildren, 1 brother and 1 sister.  Interment was in the Rushing cemetery on April 6th.

Alf___(microfilm damaged), Jacob D.  He died April 8th at his home.  Survivors include Edwina Ha (microfilm damaged), 2 sisters (damage).  Interment was in the Bogue Chitto cemetery.

4-21-1977

Foil, Ella.  She died Saturday in Walthall General Hospital in Tylertown.  Burial was in the Memorial Cemetery in Tylertown.

5-5-1977

Varnado, Alva Barnes.  She was a native of Rosedale and died May 1st at Hood Memorial Hospital in Amite.  She was 66 years old and a resident of Amite.  Interment was in the Varnado cemetery.  Survivors are her husband, Iley Varnado, 5 sons, 1 daughter, 4 brothers 4 sisters, stepmother, Aline Hartman, 25 grandchildren and 7 great grandchildren.

5-12-1977

Hudson, Travis Grafton.  He was a 54 year old resident of Franklinton and died May 3rd at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the Memorial Park cemetery in Monroe, LA.  Survivors are his widow, Marceline Hudson, 1 son, 3 daughters and 3 grandsons.

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Sheridan, Charles Benjamin.  He was the 3 month old son of Mr. and Mrs. Charles Victor Sheridan and died May 18th in Lafayette, LA.  Interment was in the Sheridan cemetery.  Survivors are 1 brother, grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Marvin R. Sheridan and Mrs. Lois Robinson.

6-2-1977

Spears, Leslie.  He is a 65 year old resident of Route 5 Franklinton died May 25th at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the Thomas cemetery.  Survivors are 5 sons, 2 daughters, 2 sisters and 20 grandchildren.

Riley, Eunice O.  She was a native of Washington Parish and resident of Melbourne, FL and died May 28th at Brevard Hospital in Melbourne.  Interment was in the Mt. Pisgah cemetery.  Survivors are 1 son and 2 sisters.

Gill, Elsie M.  She was a 58 year old native of Mt. Hermon and died May 29th at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the Mt. Hermon cemetery.  Survivors are her husband, Robert Gill, 3 sons, 1 daughter, 3 brothers and 2 sisters.

6-9-1977

Schilling, Hope Smith.  She was 55 years old and died June 5th at Riverside Medical Center.  She was a native and resident of Franklinton.  Survivors are her husband, Dr. L. O. Schilling, 1 sister and her mother, Mrs. A. G. Smith.    Interment was in the Ellis cemetery.

Hebert, Audry Duplessis.  She was a native of Hobart, LA and a resident of Prairieville and died May 29th at age 49 years.  Interment was in Resthaven Garden of Memory.  Survivors are her husband, Henry Hebert, 2 daughters, 1 son, 2 sisters, 2 brothers and 2 grandchildren.

Goings, John Alton.  He was a 67 year old resident of Bogue Chitto Heights and died June 7th at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the Pleasant Hill cemetery.  Survivors are 2 sons, 1 sister, 4 grandchildren and 1 great grandchild.

Stanley, Billy Joe.  He died May 29th at Highland Park Hospital at age 44 years.  He was born in Melissa, TX and moved to Franklinton at an early age.  Interment was at the Barker-McManus cemetery on the Bush-Folsom Road.  Survivors are his widow, Elaine Stanley, 1 daughter and an aunt.

Delaughter, Archie D.  He was 73 years of age and a resident of Franklinton.  He died June 7th at Riverside Medical Center.  He was a former Tylertown resident.  Interment was in the Springhill cemetery.  Survivors are his widow, Alice Faye Thigpen Delaughter, 2 sons, 1 brother, 1 sister, 6 grandchildren and 1 great grandchild.

6-16-1977

Martens, Harold Randolph.  He was a 61 year old resident of Route 6, Franklinton and died June 14th at Ochsner’s Foundation Hospital in New Orleans.  Survivors are his widow, Hazel Fussell Martens, 1 brother and 2 sisters.

6-23-1977

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Pigott, Emmitt W.  He was an 88 year old and passed away at his residence at Route 4, Franklinton on June 24th.  Interment was in the Bethel cemetery.  Survivors are his widow, Iva E. Pigott, 1 son, 1 daughter, 3 stepdaughters, 20 grandchildren and 10 great grandchildren.

Carpenter, Callie Provost.  She was 72 years old and resident of Denham Springs, former resident of Franklinton died… (microfilm damaged).

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Heidenreich, Guy Marrette.  He was a 75 year old McComb, MS native and resident of Monroe, LA.  He died June 24th at St. Francis Medical Center.  Interment was in the Memorial Park cemetery.  Survivors are his widow, Mamie Denman Heidenreich, 1 son, 1 daughter and 6 grandchildren.

Spears, T. C.  He was a 68 year old resident of Route 6, Franklinton and died July 4th at Walthall County Hospital in Tylertown.  Survivors are his widow, Ida Mae Spears, 2 sons, 2 daughters, 6 brothers, 3 sisters and 7 grandchildren.  Interment was in the Nobles cemetery.

Mobley, Leodez A.  He was a native of Cut Off, LA and died at age 55 on June 29th at his home in Franklinton.  Survivors are his widow, Peggy D. Mobley, 1 son, 4 sisters, 2 brothers and 2 grandchildren.  Interment was in the Thomas cemetery.

7-14-1977

Beard, Bobby Earl.  The 38 year old former Franklinton resident died July 12th at his home in Destrehan, LA.  Interment was in the Stateline Pentecostal Church cemetery.  Survivors are his widow, Katie Jean Bears, 2 daughters, his mother, Gracie Beard, 4 brothers and 5 sisters.

Babington, Selma R.  She was a 75 year old native and lifelong resident of Franklinton.  She died July 12th at Riverside Medical Center.  Survivors are her husband, Thomas M. Babington, 1 son, 1 daughter, 1 brother, 7 sisters and 5 grandchildren.  Interment was in the Ellis cemetery.

7-21-1977

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8-4-1977

Brumfield, Ina Wood.  She was a 60 year old resident of the Hays Creek community and died from a car accident July 13th.  Interment was in the Hays Creek cemetery.  Survivors are her husband, Louis “Fate” Brumfield, 1 daughter, 2 brothers, 5 sisters and 2 grandchildren.

Maples, Glynn E.  He was a resident of Mt. Hermon and was killed in a drag race accident on July 30th.  Survivors are his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Wesley Maples, 1 brother, 1 sister, grandmothers, Mary Maples and Rachel Guy.  Interment was in the Maples cemetery.

Jones, Jewel.  He was a 71 year old Angie resident and was killed July 29th in a tractor accident.  Survivors are his widow, Pauline S. Jones, 1 daughter, 1 son, 1 brother and 3 sisters.  Interment was in the Bonney cemetery.

Welch, Barney B.  He was a Franklinton native and cobbler by trade.  He was 80 years old and died July 29th at Riverside Medical Center.  Survivors are his widow, Fannye M. Welch, 2 daughters, several sisters, 3 grandchildren and 2 great grandchildren.  Interment was in the Ellis cemetery.

Veillion, Myrtis McElveen.  She was a 70 year old resident of Mt. Hermon and died July 27th at Riverside Medical Center.  Survivors are 1 brother and 5 sisters.  Interment was in the Mt. Pisgah cemetery.

8-11-1977

Rushing, Hilton.  He was a 49 year old native of Tylertown and a Korean War Veteran, who passed away August 3rd at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the Rushing cemetery at Tylertown.  Survivors are his widow, Mildred Chance Rushing, his father, Elbert Rushing, 1 son, 3 daughters, 2 sisters, 1 brother and 1 grandchild.

Sylvest, Steve B.  He was an 89 year old native of Tangipahoa Parish and a resident of Bogalusa.  He died August 5th at Bogalusa Medical Center.  Survivors are his widow, Naomi T. Sylvest, 1 daughter, 4 sons, 2 sisters, 4 brothers, 14 grandchildren and 8 great grandchildren.  Interment was in the Ponemah cemetery.

Burch, Nova M.  She is a resident of New Roads, LA and a native of Washington Parish.  She died August 8th.  Interment was in the Mt. Pisgah cemetery.  Survivors are 1 son, 1 daughter, 1 brother and 5 daughters.

8-18-1977

Creel, Murray N.  He was a 77 year old resident of Route 3, Franklinton and passed away August 13th at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the Fisher cemetery.  Survivors are his widow, Corine Dykes Creel, 2 sons, 1 daughter, 5 brothers, 2 sisters and seven grandchildren.

8-25-1977

Richardson, Hazel Knight.  She was a 70 year old native of Washington Parish and resident of Franklinton, died August 22 at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the Fisher cemetery beside her late husband, Danton Richardson.  Survivors are 1 daughter, 2 brothers, 4 sisters and 2 granddaughters.

Martin, Earnest V.  He was a 63 year old Bogalusa Resident and formerly of Enon.  He died August 22 in a New Orleans hospital.  Interment was in the Thomas cemetery. Survivors are his widow, Louise T. Martin, 3 sons, 2 daughters, 2 brothers, 2 sisters, 13 grandchildren and 1 great grandchild.

Carnegie, William Esco.  He was age 77 and a resident of Route 1, Varnado.  He passed away August 22 at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the Harmony Baptist Church cemetery.  Survivors are his widow, Lela Jenkins Carnegie, 5 sons, 4 daughters, 32 grandchildren and 3 great grandchildren.

O’Bryant, Jessie J.  He was age 70 and a resident of Route 3, Franklinton.  He died August 19th at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the Duncan cemetery near Tylertown.  Survivors are his widow, Mary S. O’Bryant, 3 sons, 2 daughters, 2 brothers, 3 sisters, 11 grandchildren and 4 great grandchildren.

Ware, James Mattison.  He was 75 years old, a native of Alexandria, LA and resident of Franklinton.  He died August 23rd at Hotel dieu in New Orleans.  Interment was in the Arlington Cemetery in Homer, LA.  Survivors are his wife, Martha Coleman Ware, 2 sisters and 1 brother.

9-1-1977

Manning, Martin D., Sr.  He died August 25th at Riverside Medical Center at age 98.  Interment was in the Morris cemetery.  Survivors are 1 son, 3 stepsons, 1 daughter, 3 stepdaughters, 15 grandchildren, 24 great grandchildren and 5 great, great grandchildren.

Varnado, Eula Simmons.  She was an 85 year old resident of Route 4, Franklinton and passed away August 25th at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the Morris cemetery.  Preceded in death by her husband, George W. Varnado, she is survived by 2 sons, 1 daughter, 10 grandchildren and 20 great grandchildren.

Penton, Mary Louiser.  She was age 94 and a resident of Route 1, Varnado.  She died August 13th in Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the Crain cemetery.  Survivors are 6 sons, 2 daughters, 34 grandchildren, 56 great grandchildren and 5 great, great grandchildren.

Simmons, Edison T.  He was age 65 years and a Mt. Hermon resident.  He passed away August 24th at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the Mt. Pisgah Baptist Church cemetery.  Survivors are his widow, Audis Miller Simmons, 3 sons, 2 daughters, 3 sisters and 12 grandchildren.

Sumrall, Velma Crain.  She passed away August 29th at Riverside Medical Center at age 76 years.  Interment was in the Nobles cemetery.  Survivors are 2 sons, 2 daughters, 2 brothers 6 sisters, 8 grandchildren and 1 great grandchild.

Squyres, Otis Marshall, Sr.  He was a 70 year old resident of Isabel and died August 26th at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the church cemetery.  Survivors are his widow, Annie Mae Squyres, 2 sons, 1 daughter, 2 sisters and 6 grandchildren.

9-8-1977

Barber, Della Magee.  She is a 76 year old resident of Heritage Manor in Franklinton and passed away August 29th at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the Stateline Pentecostal Church cemetery.  Survivors are 2 sons, 3 daughters, 1 brother, 2 sisters, 13 grandchildren, 17 great grandchildren and 1 great grandchild.

Holmes, Ada C.  She was an 88 year old Franklinton resident and died September 1st at Seventh Ward Hospital in Hammond.  Interment was in the Warner cemetery.  Survivors are 1 daughter, 2 grandchildren, 3 great grandchildren and 6 great, great grandchildren.

Sylvest, Stephen Douglas.  The infant son of Mr. and Mrs. F. D. Sylvest, Jr. died September 4th at Lane Memorial Hospital in Zachary, LA.  Survivors are his parents, 1 sister, grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. F. D. Sylvest, Sr. and Mr. and Mrs. Floyd Ferrington.  Interment was in the Sunlight Baptist Church cemetery.

Erwin, Sylvester.  He was a 52 year old resident of Route 5, Franklinton and died September 5th at Veterans Hospital in New Orleans.  Interment was in the Thomas cemetery at Thomas.  Survivors are 2 brothers and 1 sister.

9-15-1977

Sanders, Herbert C.  He was a 61 year old Franklinton resident and died September 9th at Hotel Dieu in New Orleans.  Interment was in the Springhill cemetery.  Survivors are his widow, Elois M. Sanders, 1 son, 3 daughters, 2 sisters, 2 brothers and 8 grandchildren.

Smith, Winifred Bankston.  She was 57 years old and a resident of Bogalusa.  She died September 10th at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the Ford’s Creek Baptist Church cemetery.  She was a native of Sunny Hill and daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. David H. Bankston.  Survivors are her husband, Leotis Smith, 2 sons, 1 daughter, 2 brothers, 1 sister and 1 grandchild.

Runnels, Julius.  He was a Franklinton resident and died September 10th at Heritage Manor.  Survivors are 1 sister.  Interment was in the Harmony Missionary Baptist Church cemetery.

Powell, Burnell H., Sr.  He was a 73 year old resident of Bogalusa and died September 12th at Bogalusa Community Medical Center.  He was a native of Sunny Hill.  Survivors are his widow Lois McClendon Powell, 2 sons, 1 brother, 1 sister, 7 grandchildren and 5 great grandchildren.  Interment was in the Hillview Memorial Gardens in Bogalusa.

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10-13-1977

McDaniel, Myrtle C.  She died October 8th at her home in the Stoney Point Community.  Interment was in the Stoney Point Missionary Baptist Church cemetery.  Survivors are 1 son, 3 brothers, 2 grandchildren and 4 great grandchildren.

10-20-1977

Saulter, Eula Mae.  She was a resident of Los Angeles, CA and former Franklinton resident, died October 9th at age 79.  Interment was in the Morris cemetery.  Survivors are 2 daughters, 2 sisters, 8 grandchildren and 2 great grandchildren.

Carp, William (Willie).  He was a former Franklinton resident and died October 13th at age 93 in the Touro Infirmary in New Orleans.  Survivors are his widow, Anna Bienn Carp, 2 sons and 7 grandchildren.  Interment was in the Beth Israel cemetery.

Passman, Exie, Sr. He was a 62 year old resident of Stoney Point and passed away October 13th at Riverside Medical Center.  Survivors are his widow, Audrey Givens Passman, 1 son, 1 daughter, 1 brother, 2 sisters and 2 grandchildren.  Interment was in the Stoney Point Missionary Baptist Church cemetery.

Corkern, J. D.  He was a resident of Route 4, Franklinton and died October 18th at St. Tammany Hospital.  Survivors are his widow, Ethel Dawsey Corkern, 2 brothers and 2 sisters.  Interment was in the Bonner Creek Baptist Church cemetery.

11-10-1977

Allen, Mynette.  She was a resident of Greensburg, LA.  Final rites were conducted November 7th from Day’s Methodist Church followed by interment in the church cemetery.  She passed away in the Greensburg Hospital on Saturday night.  Survivors are her husband, Edgar E. Allen, 1 son, 3 brothers, 3 grandchildren and 1 great grandson.

Creel, A. B.  He was a 69 year old native and resident of Franklinton and passed away November 5th at Our Lady of the Lake Hospital in Baton Rouge.  Survivors are his widow, Irma Courtney Creel, 1 daughter, 1 grandson, 4 brothers and 2 sisters.  Interment was in the Fisher cemetery.

11-17-1977

Sumrall, Hazel L.  She was a 57 year old Pine resident and passed away November 13th at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the Nobles cemetery.  Survivors are her husband, Herbert Sumrall, 5 sons, 5 daughters, 2 brothers, 3 sisters, 25 grandchildren and 2 great grandchildren.  

Martin, Viola Cook.  She was a 77 year old resident of Route 2, Franklinton and died November 11th at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the Louis Crain cemetery.  Survivors are 5 sons, 5 daughters, 1 brother, 33 grandchildren and 35 great grandchildren.

Seal, Luby Hennesy.  She died at her resident on Route 3, Franklinton on November 13th at the age of 70 years.  Interment was in the Canaan Baptist Church cemetery. Survivors are her husband, Sonny Seal, 1 daughter, 1 son, 2 brothers, 1 sister, 3 grandchildren and 2 great grandchildren.

Jenkins, Elton James.  He was 68 years old and of the Mt. Hermon community.  He died November 12th at the Community Medical Center in Bogalusa.  Interment was in the Thomas cemetery.  Survivors are his widow, Louella Erwin Jenkins, 1 daughter, 3 sisters, 3 brothers, 27 grandchildren and 3 great grandchildren.

Jones, John Robert.  He was a 44 year old resident of Route 4, Franklinton and died November 11 from an automobile accident near Slidell.  Interment was in the Crain’s Creek cemetery near Stateline.  Survivors are his widow, Ernestine P. Jones, 5 sons, 2 daughter, parents, Mr. and Mrs. Otha (Sparky) Jones, 4 sisters and grandmother, Lula Glass.

11-24-1977

Magee, Winnie E.  She was a lifelong resident of the Sunny Hill community and died November 17th at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the Sunny Hill cemetery.  Survivors are 2 brothers, 3 nieces, 2 nephews and several grand nieces and nephews.

Adams, Charlie.  He was a 72 year old Franklinton resident and died November 6th at Highland Park Hospital in Covington.  Interment was in the New Zion cemetery in Tylertown.  Survivors are 3 sons, 1 daughter, 3 sisters, 21 grandchildren and 4 great grandchildren.

12-1-1977

Barber, James.  He was a 74 year old resident of Route 5, Franklinton and passed away November 24th at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the Thomas cemetery.  Survivors are 3 sons, 2 daughters, 1 brother, 13 grandchildren and 3 great grandchildren.

Westmoreland, Wade B.  He was a 43 year old resident of Route 2, Mt. Hermon and died at his residence November 24th.  He was preceded in death by his father, Denmon Westmoreland.  Survivors are his widow, Kay Henderson Westmoreland, his mother, Edna Westmoreland, 4 daughters and 5 sons.

Magee, Tate M.  He was age 77 and a native and resident of Franklinton.  He died November 29th at Riverside Medical Center.  He was preceded in death by his parents, Ferd M. and Fannie Bateman Magee, 3 brothers and 1 sister.  Survivors are his widow, Myrtha Alford Magee, 1 son, 1 daughter, 2 sisters and 7 grandchildren.  Interment was in the Ellis cemetery.

Thomas, Edward Lee.  He was the 25 year old son of Mr. and Mrs. Percy T. Thomas, resident of Route 2 Franklinton.  He was killed in an automobile accident on November 28th at Greensburg, LA.  Survivors are his parents, 2 sisters and 1 brother.  Interment was in the Pine Community cemetery.

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Bullock, Hugh Albert.  He was a native of Tylertown and a resident of Franklinton.  He was 95 years old and died December 11th at Riverside Medical Center.  Survivors are 2 daughters, 3 sons, 1 brother and 8 grandchildren.  Interment was in the Ellis cemetery.

Jarrell, Bill David.  He was a 67 year old resident of Varnado and died December 5th at Washington – St. Tammany Hospital in Bogalusa. Survivors are his widow, Mary Laxton Jarrell, 1 son, 6 daughters, 4 brothers 2 sisters, 21 grandchildren and 3 great grandchildren.  Interment was in the Jarrell cemetery at Pine.

Booty, Willie B.  He was an 84 year old resident of Route 2, Franklinton and passed away December 13th at Heritage Manor.  Interment was in the Sunlight Baptist Church cemetery.  Survivors are 2 daughters, 10 grandchildren and 13 great grandchildren.

12-22-1977

Walters, Wilma W.  She was 50 years old and a resident of Franklinton.  She passed away December 14th at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the Bonner Creek cemetery.  Survivors are her husband, Claude Walters and 3 brothers.

Reeves, Esther S.  Shew as an 84 year old resident of Route 3, Franklinton and died December 18th at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the Stoney Point cemetery.  Survivors are 2 daughters, 5 sons, 1 sister, 16 grandchildren and 9 great grandchildren.

Miller, Basil T.  He was a Washington Parish native and former resident of Franklinton.  He died in St. Francisville, LA on December 16th.  Interment was in the Mt. Hermon cemetery.  Survivors are his widow, Maude Graves Miller, 3 daughters, 4 sons, 1 sister, 23 grandchildren and 4 great grandchildren.

12-29-1977

Whitney, Donald Wayne.  He was a 24 year old resident of Route 2, Franklinton and was killed December 22 in an explosion in Westwego.  Survivors are his widow, Karen Hunt Whitney, 1 son, his parents, Mr. and Mrs. John Robert Whitney, 1 brother, 1 sister and grandparents, Joyce Odeal Barker, Rufus Jenkins and Edna Naomi Grey.  Interment was in the Jones cemetery in the Oak Grove community.

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Varnado, Miss Hilda.  She was a 71 year old resident of Route 3 and died December 30th at Heritage Manor.  She was a native of Washington Parish and is survived by 2 brothers.  Interment was in the Bulloch cemetery.

Seal, Mrs. J. Durward (Janella).  She was age 66 and a resident of Franklinton.  She died January 1st at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the Ellis cemetery.

Bateman, Sadie Smith.  She was a 91 year old resident of Franklinton and died December 27th at Riverside Medical Center.  She was a native of Natchitoches and came to Franklinton in 1908.  In 1910 she married Dr. Maurice Bateman, who preceded her in death.  Interment was in the Ellis cemetery.  Survivors are 1 son, 1 daughter, 7 grandchildren and 3 great grandchildren.

Kemp, Sidney G.  He was a 75 year old resident of Pine and died December 28th.  Survivors are his widow, Bevie Kemp, 3 sons, 2 daughters, 1 brother, 2 sisters, 12 grandsons, 2 granddaughters and 3 great grandchildren.  Interment was in the Pine Community cemetery.

1-10-1979

Simmons, Ezra W. (Jody).  He was 67 years old and was found on January 3rd at his home in Slidell.  He was preceded in death by his wife, Juanita Crain Simmons and 1 son.  Survivors are his brother and 2 sisters.  Interment was in the Lang-Simmons cemetery.

Thomas, Mrs. Edgar (Rosener).  She was a 64 year old resident of Thomas and died January 3rd at Riverside Medical Center.  She was preceded in death by her husband.  Survivors are 2 sons, 4 daughters, 3 brothers, 2 sisters and 14 grandchildren.  Interment was in the Old Thomas cemetery.

Seal Janella Varnado.  She died January 2nd at Riverside Medical Center.  Survivors are her husband, Jesse Durward (Buck) Seal, her mother, Elma McLain Varnado, 1 brother, 1 sister, 2 daughters and 4 grandchildren.  Interment was in the Ellis cemetery.

Watson, Avaid.  He was a 48 year old resident of New Orleans and died December 30th in Mt. Hermon.  Survivors are his widow, Enez Watson, 1 son, 1 sister and 3 brothers.  Interment was in St. Louis No. Three cemetery.

Erickson, Kenneth T.  He was a 60 year old resident of Mandeville and died in Leningrad, Russia on December 27, 1978.  Survivors are his widow, Wanda James Erickson, 5 stepsons, 4 stepdaughters, 1 brother, 3 sisters and 8 granddaughters.  Interment was in the Mt. Pisgah Baptist Church cemetery.

1-17-1979

Magee, John H. (Johnny), Jr.  He was a 28 year old resident of Route 6, Franklinton and died January 11th at Riverside Medical Center.  Survivors are his parents, Mr. and Mrs. John H. Magee, Sr., 1 brother and 2 sisters.  Interment was in the Ellis cemetery.

Inabnitt, Michael (Mike).  He was a 35 year old resident of the Plainview community and died January 15th at Riverside Medical Center.  Survivors are his widow, Ann Inabnitt, 1 son, 1 daughter, 1 brother, his mother, Inez Niesen Renoudet, Stepfather, Marshall Little and grandmother, Verlie Nielson.  Interment was in the Plainview Baptist Church cemetery.

Bickham, Quinnie McElveen.  She was a 95 year old resident of the Mt. Pisgah community and died January 13th at Heritage Manor.  Survivors are 5 grandsons, 12 great grandchildren and 2 great, great grandchildren.  Interment was in the Mt. Pisgah Baptist Church cemetery.

Clark, Emily Adams.  She was a 69 year old resident of Route 6 and died January 11th.  Survivors are 3 sons, 1 daughter, 2 sisters and 10 grandchildren.  Interment was in the New Zion cemetery near Tylertown.

Brooks, Dorothy Phelps.  She was a 38 year old resident of Williams Street in Franklinton and died January 14th at Riverside Medical Center.  Survivors are 1 daughter and her mother, Gertrude Phelps, 3 brothers and 5 sisters.  Interment was in the Thomas cemetery.

1-24-1979

None

1-31-1979

Westmoreland, Clyde W.  He was a 60 year old resident of the San Pedro community and died January 26th at Riverside Medical Center.  Survivors are his wife, Lela Belle Westmoreland, 4 sons, 1 daughter, 2 brothers and 1 grandchild.  Interment was in the Corkern Cemetery.

2-7-1979

Stringfield, Bene B.  He was a 79 year old resident of Franklinton and died February 4th at Riverside Medical Center.  Survivors are his wife, Nurcelia M. Stringfield, a son, 2 brothers and a sister.  Interment was in the Foil-Stringfield cemetery.

Miller, Ollie B.  He was a 69 year old resident of Route 3, Mt. Hermon and died January 30th in Mt. Hermon.  Survivors are his wife, Agnes Riley Miller, 2 sons, 2 daughters, 3 brothers, 3 sisters and 13 grandchildren.  Interment was in the Bogue Chitto cemetery.

2-14-1979

Busby, John C.  He was a 75 year old resident of Route 2, Franklinton and died February 9th at Heritage Manor.  He was preceded in death by a son.  Survivors are his widow, Mary Lou Busby, 2 sons, 1 daughter, 2 brothers, 5 sisters, 13 grandchildren and 3 great grandchildren.  Interment was in the Springhill cemetery.

Morgan, Carol N.  He was a 68 year old resident of the Canaan community and died February 10th at Riverside Medical Center.  Survivors are his widow, Beulah Varnado Morgan, 1 son, 1 daughter, 1 brother and 3 grandchildren.  Interment was in the Canaan cemetery.

2-21-1979

Creel, Eubert M.  He was died February 13th at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the Fisher cemetery.  Survivors are 2 sons, 3 brothers, 2 sisters and 4 grandchildren.

Pattie, W. V.  He died February 13th at Riverside Medical Center at age 72.  Interment was in the Fisher cemetery.  Survivors are his wife, Floyd S. Pattie, 1 son, 2 brothers, 4 grandchildren and 6 great grandchildren.

2-28-1979

Stafford, Dr. Hollis A., Sr.  He died February 21 at Riverside Medical Center.  He was age 82.  Interment was in the Enon Baptist Church cemetery.  Survivors are his wife, Georgia Knight Stafford, 2 sons, 1 sister, 8 grandchildren and 9 great grandchildren.

3-7-1979

Kennedy, J. E.  He is survived by his wife, Margaret Kennedy, 1 son, 4 daughters, 2 brothers, 2 sisters, 13 grandchildren and 8 great grandchildren.  Interment was in the Hilltop cemetery.

Burch, Leon.  He was age 84 and a resident of Silver Springs, MS and died March 2nd in McComb, MS.  Interment was in the Silver Springs Baptist Church.  Survivors are 4 sons, 1 brother and 4 sisters.

3-14-1979

None
3-21-1979

Varnado, Kermit.  He died March 13th at his residence in East Fork.  He was a native of Pike County, MS.  Burial was in the East Fork cemetery.  Survivors are his wife, Elsie Mae Morgan Varnado, 1 daughter, 1 son, 3 sisters, 2 grandchildren and 4 great grandchildren.

Burris, Sarah Ophelia.  She was age 85 and died March 16th at Community Medical center in Bogalusa.  She was preceded in death by her husband, Robert Hampton Burris.  Survivors are 2 daughters, 1 brother and 5 grandchildren.  Interment was in the Ellis cemetery.

Thomas, Lucious L.  He was a 75 year of resident of Route 5, Franklinton in the Thomas community and died March 14th at Washington – St. Tammany Hospital.  He was preceded in death by a daughter.  Survivors are 6 daughters, 2 sons, 4 brothers, 1 sister, 38 grandchildren, 24 great grandchildren and 2 great, great grandchildren.  Interment was in the Thomas cemetery.

Jordan, Nina Mae.  He was an 81 year old resident of Enon and died March 17th at St. Tammany Parish Hospital.  Interment was in the Enon Baptist Church cemetery.  Survivors are 2 daughters, 1 sister, 13 grandchildren and 15 great grandchildren.

3-28-1979

Alford, Ollie Jim.  He was a resident of Mt. Hermon and died Wednesday at Ochsner Foundation Hospital in New Orleans.  Survivors are his wife, Wanza Alford, 2 daughters, 2 brothers, 2 sisters, 6 grandchildren and 1 great grandchild.  Interment was in the Bogue Chitto cemetery.

Graves, Addie Beard.  She was a 57 year old resident of Kentwood and died March 24th.  Survivors are 5 sons, 3 daughters, 2 brothers, 1 sister and 23 grandchildren.  Interment was in the Beard Family cemetery.

Stuart, Edward Earl “Pete”.  He was a 53 year old resident of Bogalusa and died March 21st in Luling.  Interment was in the Pine Community cemetery.  Survivors are his wife, Pauline Knight Stuart, a son, a daughter, a step-son, 2 step-daughters, 3 brothers, 2 sisters, 1 grandson and 1 granddaughter.

Peterson, Lela Magee.  She was an 85 year old resident of Folsom and native of Franklinton.  Funeral services were held March 24th.  Interment was in the Ellis cemetery.  She was the wife of the late Amidie W. Peterson.  Survivors are 1 son, 4 daughters, 2 brothers, 16 grandchildren and 20 great grandchildren.

4-4-1979

Hickman, Marie.  She was a 38 year old resident of Covington and died March 27th at Highland Park Hospital.  Survivors are 1 son, 3 daughters, 3 brothers, 4 sisters and 4 grandchildren.  Interment was in the Tyson cemetery at Enon.

Hess, Bennie Knight.  The 69 year old resident died March 28th at her home in Enon.  Interment was in the Enon cemetery.  Survivors are 1 son, 5 sisters and 2 grandchildren.

Derbes, J. Roy.  He was 53 years old and a resident of New Orleans.  He died March 29th in Methodist Hospital in New Orleans.  Interment was in the Crain’s Creek cemetery.  Survivors are his wife, Patricia Derbes, 1 son, 1 daughter, 4 brothers and 6 sisters.

4-11-1979

Stafford, Earl B.  He was a 66 year old resident of Pine and died April 7th at Riverside Medical Center. Interment was in the Gerald cemetery in Pine.  Survivors are his wife, Dixie Creel Stafford, 4 sons, 2 daughters, 2 brothers, 1 sister, 11 grandchildren and 3 great grandchildren.

Readman, Addie Simmons.  She was age 86 and a former resident of Franklinton.  She was the daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. H. Norman Simmons.  She died April 4th in Gulfport.    She is survived by 4 children.

4-18-1979

Cutrer, Cecile S.  She was an 82 year old resident of Mt. Hermon and died April 14th in McComb.  She was a native of New Orleans.  Interment was in the Silver Springs cemetery.  Survivors include her husband, T. H. Carter, 2 daughters and 3 grandchildren.

Blackwell, Fleet H.  He was 84 and died April 14th at Heritage Manor Nursing Home.  Interment was in the Blackwell Cemetery in Folsom.  Survivors are 4 sons, 3 daughters, 21 grandchildren and a number of great grandchildren.

4-25-1979

Adkins, Joseph B. “Red”.  He was a 71 year old resident of Franklinton and died April 18th at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the Mt. Hermon cemetery.  Survivors are his wife, Jeanne T. Adkins, 2 sons, 1 daughter and 3 brothers.

Thigpen, Carey.  He was age 22 and died April 17th in Yuma, AZ.  He was a resident of the Oak Grove community.  Interment was in the Thigpen Family cemetery.  Survivors are his mother, Gladys Thigpen, 1 brother, grandparents: Mr. and Mrs. Perry W. Creel, Ellis Thigpen and Mae Williams.  He was the son of the late Dale Thigpen.

Pope, Linda Brumfield.  She was a 78 year old resident of Bogalusa and died April 18th at the Bogalusa Community Medical Center.  She was the wife of the late Richard Pope and mother of the late Ray A. Pope.  Survivors are 2 sons, 2 brothers, 2 sisters, 14 grandchildren and 20 great grandchildren. Interment was in the Lang-Simmons cemetery at Sheridan.

Holliman, Jack.  He was a 40 year old resident of Bogalusa and died April 18th at the Bogalusa Community Medical Center.  Interment was in the Pine Community cemetery.  Survivors are his mother, Vera Knight Holliman, wife, Geraldine Holliman, 3 sons, 1 brother and 3 sisters.

McKenzie, Ellia A.  He was 67 years old and a resident of Tylertown.  He died April 12th at the Tylertown hospital.  Interment was in the China Grove Cemetery between McComb and Tylertown.  Survivors are his wife, Inez Bankston McKenzie, 2 sons, 4 daughters, 4 sisters, 19 grandchildren and 2 great grandchildren.

Reeves, Clyde V.  He was a 70 year old resident of Route 4 and died April 18th at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the San Pedro cemetery.  Survivors are his wife, Maudie Reeves, a son, a daughter, a brother, 6 grandchildren and 1 great grandchild.

Johnson, Illie A.  He was a 71 year old resident of Route 3 and died April 19th in the St. Tammany Parish Hospital in Covington.  Interment was in the Ponemah cemetery.  Survivors are 1 sister and 2 brothers.

5-2-1979

Fortenberry, Merlie Kennedy.  She was age 71 and a resident of Sandy Hook, MS.  She died April 25th at Walthall County Hospital.  Interment was in the Briarwood cemetery.  Survivors are her husband, Edwin Fortenberry, a sister and a brother.

Thomas, Mary Gill.  She was a 49 year old resident of Route 5 and died April 27th in the Walthall County Hospital.  Survivors are her husband, Marvin Thomas, 2 sons, 3 daughters, her mother, Mae Gill, 2 brothers, a sister and 2 grandchildren.  Interment was in the Midway Pentecostal Church cemetery.

Sumrall, Herbert.  He was a 60 year old resident of Route 5 and died April 23rd in his home.  Survivors are 5 sons, 5 daughters, 3 brothers, 2 sisters, 25 grandchildren and 3 great grandchildren.  Interment was in the Nobles cemetery.

5-9-1979
Rowell, Winona Ann.  She was age 17 and died May 5th in a New Orleans hospital.  She was a resident of State Line.  Interment was in the Jenkins cemetery at Oak Grove.  She was the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Lydonis Rowell, a sister, 2 brothers, grandparents: Mr. and Mrs. Edgar Rowell and Willie D. Creel, her step-grandmother, Louise Creel and great grandmother, Bessie Lewis.  

Mizell, Wilda Manning.  She was a 64 year old resident of Franklinton and died May 7th at Riverside Medical Center.  Survivors are her husband, Obie Mizell, a brother, 1 sister, 3 grandchildren and 1 great grandchild.  She was the mother of the late Marion M. Mizell and the late James Ellis Mizell.  Interment was in the Mizell cemetery at Enon.

Blackwell, Minnie Branch.  She was an 88 years old and died May 4th in the Bogalusa Community Medical Center.  Interment was in the Pine First Baptist Church cemetery.  Survivors are 1 son, 2 daughters, a sister, 3 grandchildren and 7 great grandchildren.

Mizell, Mary Alice.  She was a 66 year old resident of Bogalusa and died April 19th in Baton Rouge General Hospital.  She was preceded in death by her husband, Cleve Mizell.  Survivors are 3 daughters, 3 sons, 2 sisters and 13 grandchildren. Interment was in the Ponemah cemetery.

5-16-1979

None

5-23-1979

None

5-30-1979

Simmons, Onether Barber.  She was 57 and died Saturday night in Varnado at her residence.  Interment was in the Magee cemetery.  Survivors are 4 sons, 3 daughters, 4 brothers, a sister and 16 grandchildren.

Simmons, Bernell.  He was 47 years old and died Saturday night in Varnado at his residence.  Interment was in the Baughman cemetery.  Survivors are a son, 2 daughters, 2 brothers, 2 sisters, his mother, Velma Baughman Simmons and 2 grandchildren.

Miller, Exie Crowe.  She was age 72 and died May 23rd at her home on Parker Street.  Interment was in the Mt. Pisgah cemetery.  Survivors are 2 daughters, a brother, a sister, 3 grandchildren and 4 great grandchildren.

Seal, Maude Allen.  She was a 71 year old resident of the Canaan Community and died May 27th at Riverside Medical Center.  Survivors are 3 brothers and 3 sisters.  Interment was in the Seal cemetery.

6-6-1979

None

6-13-1979

Bennett, Joseph Wayne.  He was an 18 year old resident of Thomas and was killed Sunday night in an automobile accident.  Survivors are his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Bennett, 3 brothers, 1 sister and grandmother, Ada Goar.  Interment was in the Hickory Grove cemetery in Sumrall, MS.

Stafford, Collie O.  He was a 90 year old resident of Bogalusa and died June 10th at Riverside Medical Center.  Survivors are 5 sons, 1 daughter, 12 grandchildren and 8 great grandchildren.  Interment was in the Bonner Creek cemetery.

Brock, Ray E.  He was a 69 year old native of Mt. Hermon and resident of East Fork.  He died June 10th at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the East Fork cemetery.  Survivors are his wife, Theora J. Brock, 3 daughters, 3 brothers, a sister and 7 grandchildren.

Bates, Fordia L.  She was 57 years old and a resident of Route 5.  She died June 7th at Washington-St. Tammany Charity Hospital.  Interment was in the McNeese cemetery at Sheridan.  Survivors are her husband, Bunyan Bates, 3 sons, 2 daughters, 1 brother, a sister and 6 grandchildren.

Warner, May Ella.  She was an 89 year old resident of Warnerton and native of Mt. Hermon.  She died June 8th at Walthall County Hospital.  Interment was in the Warner-Haley cemetery.  Survivors are a son, a daughter, a sister, 4 grandchildren and 8 great grandchildren.  She was the wife of the late Jap Warner.

Seals, Jeremy Warren.  The infant son of Mr. and Mrs. Warren Seals, Jr. of Franklinton, died June 6th at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the Magee cemetery at Lawrence’s Creek.  Besides parents, survivors are 2 sisters, grandparents, Frances Seals and Freddie Spears.

Thomas, Vivian.  She was 68 and a resident of Bogalusa.  She died June 9th at Bogalusa Community Medical Center.  Interment was in Hillview Memorial Gardens.  Survivors are 2 sons, 3 daughters, 4 brothers, 1 sister, 10 grandchildren and 2 great grandchildren.

6-20-1979

Blair, Clemmie Erwin.  The 78 year old resident of Bogalusa died June 15th at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the Thomas cemetery.  She was the wife of the late Ollie Blair and is survived by 2 sons, 2 daughter, 2 brother, 1 sister, 12 grandchildren, 19 great grandchildren and 1 great, great grandchild.

Knight, Steve K.  He was a resident of Hammond and formerly of Enon.  He died June 17th at a hospital in Houston, TX.  Interment was in the Enon cemetery.  Survivors are his parents, Mr. and Mrs. John Harold Knight, his widow, Harriet Knight, 1 son, 2 brothers and 1 sister.

6-27-1979

Stuart, Lavon.  He was 54 and a resident of Pine.  He died June 25th at Riverside Medical Center.  Survivors are his wife, Bevie Hunt Stuart, 4 sons, a daughter, 2 brothers, 2 sisters and 3 grandchildren.  Interment was in the Pine Community cemetery.

Spencer, Genevieve.  She was a 45 year old resident of Amite and died at Riverside Medical Center on June 25th.  Interment was in Lee Hill cemetery.  She was preceded in death by her father, John Lanier.  Survivors are her husband, C. D. Spencer, her mother and stepfather, Mr. and Mrs. Nelos Corkern, 1 son, 2 daughters, 3 brothers, 4 sisters and 2 grandchildren.

Lyles, Walter Scott.  He was 83 and of Yazoo City.  He died June 21st at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in Yazoo City.  Survivors are 3 sons, 11 grandchildren and 7 great grandchildren.

Schilling, Edwin.  He was age 79 and died June 19th at Heritage Manor Nursing Home.  Interment was I the Schilling cemetery at Pine.  Survivors are his wife, Athalee Gerald Schilling, a son, 1 sister and 3 grandchildren.

7-4-1979

Miller, Otis A.  He was an 85 year old resident of Mt. Hermon and died July 2nd at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the Mt. Pisgah cemetery.  Survivors are his wife, Willie B. Miller, 3 sons, a daughter, a brother, a sister, 9 grandchildren and 7 great grandchildren.

7-11-1979

Walker, Winford Denman, Sr.  He was 72 and a resident of Route 3.  He died July 3rd at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the Stoney Point Missionary Baptist Church.  Survivors are his wife, Fannye Miller, 3 sons, 3 sisters, 15 grandchildren and 7 great grandchildren.

Magee, Harriet.  She was age 60 and died June 28th at Riverside Medical Center.  She was a resident of Route 5, Franklinton.  Interment was in the State Line Pentecostal Church cemetery.  Survivors are 4 sons, 6 daughters, 3 brothers, 2 sisters and 13 grandchildren.

Stevens, Verlia Mizell.  She was 59 and a resident of Bogalusa.  She died July 6th at Bogalusa Community Medical Center.  Interment was in the Mizell cemetery.  Survivors are a son, a daughter, 2 brothers and 4 grandchildren.

Magee, Genevieve Wood.  The 56 year old was a resident of Franklinton and died July 4th at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the Ellis cemetery.  She was the wife of the late J. Marvin Magee.  Survivors are 2 sons, 2 daughters, 3 brothers and 4 grandchildren.

Morton, Infant.  The infant daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Steaven Morton of Franklinton died.  Graveside rites were held at Spring Hill cemetery on July 8th.  Besides her parents, the baby is survived by 3 sisters, grandparents: Clyde Thomas Morton, Doris Hebert and Mr. and Mrs. William Whelan.

Sumrall, John Quince.  He was 55 years old and a resident of Franklinton.  He died July 8th at Riverside Medical Center and interment was in the Morris cemetery.  Survivors are his wife, Georgia Rae Varnado Sumrall, 3 sons, a brother, 2 sisters and 3 grandchildren.

Mizell, Obie.  The 68 year old resident of Route 4, died July 9th at Heritage Manor Nursing Home.  Interment was in the Mizell cemetery.  Survivors are 3 granddaughters, 3 brothers and 2 sisters.

Thomas, Nettie.  She was a resident of the Bonner Creek Community and died July 9th at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the Bonner Creek cemetery.  Survivors are her husband, Ray I. Thomas, 2 daughters, her mother: Rosa Penton, a sister and 3 grandchildren.

7-18-1979

Creel, Odis D.  He was age 65 and died July 12th at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the Acey’s Creek cemetery.  Survivors are his mother, Mrs. W. W. (Alma) Creel and 7 brothers.

Seal, J.  He was a 52 year old resident of Franklinton and died July 14th in the Washington-St. Tammany Charity Hospital.  Interment was in the Tullos cemetery at Stateline.  Survivors are his wife, Christine Penton Seal, 2 sons, a stepson, a brother and 3 sisters.

7-25-1979

Magee, Dr. Thomas Charles William.  The 75 year old resident of Franklinton died July 20th.  Interment was in the Ellis cemetery.  Survivors are his wife, Mary Gilmore Magee, 2 daughters, 1 brother, 1 sister and 5 grandchildren.

Wood, Mrs. C. D. (Nora).  She was a resident of Bogalusa and died July 12th at Riverside Medical Center.  She was 86 years, 10 months and 21 days old.  Survivors are 2 daughters, 4 sons, 1 sister, 14 grandchildren and 13 great grandchildren.  Interment was in the Ponemah cemetery.

Smith, Jimmy Dale.  He was 25 years old and died in a tug boat accident below New Orleans.  A memorial service was held on July 21st at Trinity Baptist Church.  Survivors are his wife, Kathy Smith, a daughter, his mother, Virginia B. Warren, his father, Truitt Smith, 1 sister and grandparents: Mr. and Mrs. Needham H. Branch and the late Mr. and Mrs. William Luther Smith.

George, Myrtis Owens.  She was a resident of Spring Valley Road and died July 20th at Community Medical Center.  Survivors are 2 sons, a daughter, 6 grandchildren and 5 great grandchildren.  Interment was in the Emmanuel Baptist Church cemetery.

Lang, Narvil.  He was a 78 year old resident of Pine and native of Sheridan.  He died July 21st at Riverside Medical Center.  Survivors are 1 son, 1 daughter, 2 brothers, 2 sisters, 6 grandchildren and 6 great grandchildren.  Interment was in the Lang-Simmons cemetery.

Crain, Sharon Creel.  She was age 23 and died July 19th.  Interment was in the Thomas cemetery.  Survivors are her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Hillary Creel, a son and 1 brother.

Gibson, John.  He was a 68 year old resident of Sheridan and formerly of Charleston, AK.  He died July 20th at Riverside Medical Center.  Survivors are one daughter.

Williams, Ida Creel.  She was an 83 year old resident of Bogalusa and died July 23 at Riverside Medical Center.  Survivors are a foster son, 2 step sons, 1 daughter, 1 sister, 6 step grandchildren and 7 great grandchildren.  Interment was in the Fisher cemetery.

Hodges, Pearlie Sharp.  She was age 52 and died July 17th in a Bogalusa Hospital.  Interment was in the Simmons cemetery.  Survivors are her husband, Delbert L. Hodges, Sr., 2 sons, 4 daughters and a sister.

Gaines, Melton.  He was a 68 year old native of Washington Parish and resident of Amite.  He died on July 18th at St. Helena Parish Hospital in Greensburg, LA.  Interment was in the Wallace cemetery.  Survivors are his wife, Sally Thomas Gaines, 2 sons, 2 brothers, 2 sisters, 7 grandchildren and 9 great grandchildren.

8-1-1979

Smith, Richard Durl.  He was age 47 and died July 27th in Ochsner Foundation Hospital in New Orleans.  Interment was in the Ponemah cemetery.  Survivors are his wife, Mary R. Smith, a son, a daughter and 2 sisters.

Westmoreland, Albert Edison.  He was an 86 year old resident of Route 5 and died last Wednesday at his home.  Interment was in the Acy’s Creek cemetery.  Survivors are his wife, Viola Magee Westmoreland, 5 sons, 3 daughters, a brother, 19 grandchildren and 3 great grandchildren.

Wood, Augusta M.  She was a 64 year old resident of Bogalusa and died July 24th in the Bogalusa Community Medical Center.  Interment was in Ponemah cemetery.  She was the wife of the late Rev. J. W. Wood.  Survivors are 2 sons, 2 daughters, mother Mrs. D. E. Magee, 2 brothers, 2 sisters and 2 grandchildren.

Gibson, John.  He was a 68 year old resident of Varnado, formerly of Charleston, AK.  He died July 20th at Riverside Medical Center.  Survivors are his wife, Rozie, 3 daughters, 1 sister, 10 grandchildren and 5 great grandchildren.  Interment was in the Garden of Memories in Charleston.

8-8-1979

Coyle, William T. “Bill”.   He was a 73 year old resident of the Springhill community and died August 2nd at Riverside Medical Center.  Survivors are his wife, Hilda Bond Coyle, 4 sons, 2 half brothers, 2 half sisters, 13 grandchildren and 1 great grandchild.  Interment was in the Magee Springhill cemetery.

Stafford, David Christopher.  He was the 6 year old son of Mr. and Mrs. Joe Stafford.  He died August 4th at Ochsner Foundation Hospital in New Orleans.  Besides his parents, he is survived by 2 brothers, grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Gary Stafford, Sr., Carlos Spears and Martha Westmoreland and great grandmother, Mrs. H. F. Stafford.  Interment was in the Fisher cemetery.

8-15-1979

Hurd, Rodney Eugene.  He was 17 years old and of Bush.  He drowned Friday evening on the Bogue Chitto just off the Enon Dump Road.

Green, Ruth P.  She was a 72 year old resident of Franklinton and died August 13th at Riverside Medical Center.  She was the wife of the late John B. Green.  Interment was in the Ellis cemetery.  Survivors are a son, a daughter, her mother, Mrs. J. R. Perry, a brother and 6 grandchildren.

Haddox, Buford.   He was a 75 year old resident of Route 5, Franklinton and died August 10th at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the New Union Cemetery in Columbia, MS.  Survivors are 4 daughters, 2 sons, 2 brothers, 20 grandchildren and 11 great grandchildren.

Penton, Lucille.  Miss Penton was 66 and died August 6th in the Baker Manor Nursing Home in Baker.  She was a former resident of the Springhill community.  Survivors are 2 brothers and 5 sisters.  She was the daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Hugh J. Penton.

Kemp, Euston V.  He died August 11th in the Southern Baptist Hospital in New Orleans at age 78.  He was a resident of Mt. Hermon and Franklinton.  Interment was in the Fisher cemetery.  Survivors are his wife, Lillie D. Kemp, a daughter, 1 brother and 3 grandchildren.

Miazga, Edward J.  He died August 11th at his residence in the Bethel community.  Survivors are his wife, Mary Miazga, a son, 2 daughters, 2 sisters and 4 grandchildren.  Interment was in the Ellis cemetery.

8-22-1979

Spring, Sheffield Clarke.  He was a 63 year old native of Franklinton and resident of Baton Rouge.  He died at Our Lady of the Lake Hospital on August 15th.  Survivors are his wife, Joanna Peschier Spring, a daughter, 2 sons, 2 sisters, a brother and 6 grandchildren.  Interment was in the Ellis cemetery.

Malone, Carroll “Chuck”.  He was a 67 year old resident of Hammond and died August 15th at Our Lady of the Lake Hospital in Baton Rouge.  Interment was in the Sharon cemetery.  Survivors are his wife, Margie Pittman Malone, a son and 4 step children.

Corkern, Luther E.  He was an 84 year old resident of Route 3 and died August 17th at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the San Pedro cemetery.  Survivors are 1 son, 5 grandchildren and 10 great grandchildren.

McKenzie, Dehlia Berry.  She was age 66 and died August 19th in the Walthall County General Hospital in Tylertown.  Interment was in the Carson Spring cemetery.  She was a resident of Sandy Hook.  Survivors are her husband, Donese McKenzie, 2 sons, 1 brother, 2 sisters and 5 grandchildren.

Alford, Talbert.  He was a native of Mt. Hermon and the son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Esco Alford.  He died August 14th at his home.  Survivors are his wife, Pauline Alford and 2 sisters.  Interment was in the Bogue Chitto Baptist Church cemetery.

Aloisio, John.  He was age 92 and a resident of Franklinton.  He died August 21st.  Survivors are 5 sons, 3 daughters, 1 brother, 22 grand children and numerous great grandchildren and great, great grandchildren.  The body was sent to the Nelson Funeral Home in Par Ridge, IL.

Brumfield, W. T. (Bill).  He was born March 26, 1929 in Monroe, LA and was the son of Mr. and Mrs. William C. Brumfield.  He was a former Forth Worth resident.  He died at his home on July 29th.  Interment was in Tye Memorial cemetery in Burleson, TX.  Survivors are his wife, Jo Nell King Brumfield, 3 sons, a daughter and son-in-law, 1 sister and 2 grandchildren.

8-29-1979

Husband, Houston Irl.  He was 87 and died August 14th in Smith County Hospital I Raleigh, MS. He was a resident of Smith County.  Interment was in the Bethel cemetery in Raleigh, MS.  Survivors are his wife, 3 daughters, 4 sisters, 6 grandchildren and 6 great grandchildren.

McHale, Walter.  He was 75 and died August 24th.  Interment was in the Fisher cemetery.  He was the husband of the late Lula St. Cyr McHale.  Survivors are 1 brother.

Creel, Greg.  He was 17 years old and was killed in a car accident on August 24th.  Interment was in the Greenoaks Memorial Gardens in Baton Rouge.  Survivors are his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Elwyn Creel, a sister, 2 brothers and grandmother, Mrs. E. M. Creel.  

95-1979

Gill, Betty Brock.  She died August 22nd at her home in Mandeville.  Interment was in the Mandeville cemetery.  Survivors are her husband, J. D. Gill, 1 son, 1 daughter, 1 grandchild, her mother, Mrs. Melvin Brock, 2 sisters and 1 brother.

Magee, Louella Barber.  She was age 56 and died September 6th at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the Magee cemetery at Lawrence Creek.  Survivors are her husband, Mavis Magee, 2 sons, 2 daughters, a brother, 2 sisters and 10 grandchildren.

Slaughter, Luther.  He was a 92 year old resident of Mt. Hermon and died August 27th in Baton Rouge.  Interment was in the Mt. Hermon cemetery.

9-12-1979

Crain, Johnnie Brian.  He was 16 years old and died September 8th at Bogalusa Community Medical Center from an automobile accident.  He was a resident of Bogalusa and is survived by his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Johnnie Crain and grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Perry Erwin and Austin Crain. Interment was in the Pine First Baptist Church cemetery.

Fussell, Derek Hardy.  He was the infant son of Mr. and Mrs. Joel W. Fussell and died September 10th at the Bogalusa Community Medical Center.  Interment was in the Fisher cemetery.  Other survivors are grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Winston Fussell and Mr. and Mrs. W. D. McCully and great grandmother, Sally Daniel.

9-19-1979

Martin, Charlotte Irene.  Interment was in the Sanctuary of Peace Mausoleum in Ponemah cemetery.  She was the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Robert C. Martin, Sr. and died September 13th at Riverside Medical Center.  Other survivors are 2 brothers, grandparents: Mr. and Mrs. William D. Martin and Mr. and Mrs. Virgil Rondeaux and Bill Fraker and great grandmother, Florence Lerfald.  She was a sophomore at Bowling Green School.

Singletary, Thelma Fannie Varnado.  She was age 56 and a resident of Gulfport, MS, formerly of Franklinton.  She died September 14th in Gulfport.  Survivors are her husband, William H. Singletary, 1 son, 4 brothers and 2 sisters.  She was the daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. McCauley Varnado.  Interment was in the Varnado cemetery at Route 4, Franklinton.

Crain, Zoran.  He was age 76 and a resident of Pine.  He died September 14th at Riverside Medical Center.  Survivors are his wife, Josie C. Crain, 3 daughters, 3 sisters, 4 brothers and 6 grandchildren.  He was also the father of the late James L. Crain.  Interment was in the Pine First Baptist Church cemetery.

Barber, Abner.  He was a 54 year old former resident of Pine and died September 14th at Harvest Manor Nursing Home in Denham Springs.  Interment was in the Hillcrest Memorial Gardens in Baker.  He was a resident of Baton Rouge and a native of Pine.  Survivors are his wife, Joyce Miller Barber, his step mother, Odeal Barber, a daughter, 2 sons, 2 sisters, 3 half sisters, 2 brothers, 9 grandchildren and 2 great grandchildren.

9-26-1979

Fussell, June S.  He was a resident of Pearl, MS and a former resident of Mt. Hermon.  He died September 15th in Haddock, GA, at the age of 74.  He was a native of Washington Parish.  Survivors are his sister, 2 daughters, 1 son, 9 grandchildren and 3 great grandchildren.  Interment was in Floral Hill Memorial Garden.

Foster, Billie Faye Crain.  She was age 34 and a resident of Slidell, formerly of Franklinton.  She died September 19th at her residence.  Survivors are her husband, Herschel Foster, 4 sons, 1 daughter, her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Edwin Crain and 3 sisters.  Interment was in the Smith cemetery near Sheridan.

Martin, Mrs. C. J. (Bertie).  She was a 73 year old resident of Route 3, Franklinton and died September 12th at Riverside Medical Center.  She was the wife of the late C. J. Martin.  Survivors are 2 sons, 3 daughters, 2 sisters, 1 brother, 12 grandchildren, 1 granddaughter and 8 great grandchildren.  Interment was in the Sunlight Baptist Church cemetery.

10-3-1979

Burkhalter, Harold Otis.  He was age 48 and a resident of Franklinton and died September 28th at his residence.  Survivors are his father, Otis Burkhalter and step mother, Doris M. Burkhalter, 1 son, 1 daughter and a sister.  Interment was in the Ellis cemetery.

Lott, James Edward “Jimmy”.  He was an 18 year old resident of Route 5 and drowned September 24th in the Tombigbee River near Mobile, AL.  Survivors are his parents, Rev. and Mrs. Kenneth Lott, a brother and a sister.  Interment was in the Faith Tabernacle cemetery.

Varnado, Vickie Holmes.  She was a 76n year old resident of Heritage Manor Nursing Home and died September 29th at Riverside Medical Center.  She was the daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. W. E. Magee.  Survivors are 3 sons, 2 brothers, 7 sisters, 10 grandchildren and 8 great grandchildren.  Interment was in the Ellis cemetery.

Kliesch, Edward G.  He was age 75 and died at Riverside Medical Center on Monday.  Survivors are his widow, Elsie Sylvest Kliesch, a son, 3 daughters, 3 brothers, 2 sisters and 8 grandchildren.  Interment was in the Ellis cemetery.

10-10-1979
Spears, Varadaman.  He died October 3rd at Riverside Medical Center.  He was 76 years old and a resident of Route 2.  Interment was in the Nobles cemetery.  Survivors are 3 sons, 2 daughters, 5 brothers, 3 sisters, 14 grandchildren and 20 great grandchildren.

Ney, Rose.  She was age 79, a native and resident of New Orleans, who died October 7th in Baptist Hospital in New Orleans.  Survivors are 5 children and 10 grandchildren.  Interment was in the St. Roch cemetery.

10-17-1979

Sheridan, Willie.  He was age 55 and died October 15th at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the Oak Grove Missionary Baptist Church cemetery.  Survivors are his wife, Louise P. Sheridan, his mother, Marie Lee and step father, Robert Lee, a son, 2 daughters, 4 step daughters and 8 grandchildren.

Bennett, Phillip Ray.  He was a 49 year old former resident of Franklinton and died October 8th at John Sealy Hospital in Galveston, TX.  He was a resident of Huntsville, TX.  Survivors are 5 sisters and 4 brothers.  Interment was in the Passman cemetery at Route 3, Franklinton.

McBeth, Thomas Earl.  He was age 52 and a resident of Thomas.  He died October 14th at East Louisiana State Hospital in Jackson.  Survivors are his mother, Mattie Lee McBeth, 3 brothers and 4 sisters.  Interment was in the Thomas cemetery.

Scruggs, Edna Hudson.  She was age 68 and a resident of Broken Bow, OK and died October 11th at Riverside Medical Center.  She was a native of Lamar County, MS.  Survivors are 2 sons, 3 brothers, 2 sisters and 5 grandchildren.  Interment was in the Singley cemetery near Columbia, MS.

10-24-1979

Simmons, James “Bud”.  He was age 77 and died October 19th at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the Simmons-Lang cemetery at Sheridan.  Survivors are his wife, Aline Simmons, 3 daughters, 1 brother, 1 sister and 6 grandchildren.

10-31-1979

Galloway, Linda Faye.  She was the 17 year old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Elzie Galloway of Isabel.  She died Friday in an automobile accident.  Interment was in the Isabel cemetery.  Survivors are her parents, 2 sisters, 3 brothers and grandfather, Porter Cothern.

Yates, Pauline Gardner.  She was 86 and a resident of Route 3, Franklinton.  She died October 26th at Riverside Medical Center.  She was the wife of the late Daniel Edward Yates.  Survivors are a daughter, 4 grandchildren, 3 sisters and 8 grandchildren.  Interment was in the Sharp cemetery, Route 3, Franklinton.

Bankston, Julius H., Sr. He was a 67 year old resident of Franklinton and died October 26th at St. Charles Hospital in Luling, LA.  Survivors are his wife, Erlean M. Bankston, 3 sons, 2 daughters, 2 brothers, 3 sisters and 9 grandchildren.  Interment was in the Hays Creek cemetery.

Bateman, Wallace.  He was 73 years of age and of Kentwood.  He died on October 25th at the Southwest General Hospital in McComb.  Survivors are his wife, Cloa Bateman, 4 daughters, 1 son, 4 sisters and 3 brothers.  Interment was in the Spring Creek cemetery.

11-7-1979

Westmoreland, Doil Robert.  Final rites were conducted November 1st in Upper Marlboro, MD, who died October 28th in the Washington Hospital Center.  He was 59 years of age and a former resident of Washington Parish.  Interment was in the Fort Lincoln cemetery in Washington, DC.  Survivors are his wife, Erma, 4 sons, 1 daughter, 1 brother and several grandchildren.  He was the brother of the late Clyde Westmoreland

Magee, Evie Green.  She was an 84 year old native and resident of Enon and died November 2nd at the Community Medical Center in Bogalusa.  Survivors are 2 daughters 1 brother, 3 sisters, 7 grandchildren and 6 great grandchildren.  Interment was in the Enon cemetery.

Foil, John Ernest.  He was 89 and a resident of Route 3, Franklinton.  He died November 5th at Riverside Medical Center.  Survivors are 2 daughters, 1 brother, 7 grandchildren, 15 great grandchildren and 1 great, great grandchild.  Interment was in the Fisher cemetery.

11-14-1979

Gay, Charlie.  He was 56 years of age and died November 6th at Riverside Medical Center.  He was a resident of Route 2, Kentwood.  Interment was in the Nobles cemetery.  Survivors are his wife, Ruby Gay, 4 sons, a daughter, 6 brothers, 3 sisters, a half sister and 8 grandchildren.

Jones, Ricky Dewayne.  He was a 17 years of age and a resident of Route 3, Franklinton.  He died November 10th from injuries when struck by a car.  Survivors are his mother, Josepha Morgan Jones, his father, Shelby C. Jones, 4 brothers, 2 sisters; grandparents were Mr. and Mrs. Alton Morgan, his step-grandmother, Mrs. Elvie Jones.  Interment was in the Bonner Creek cemetery.

Smith, William Bryan.  He was an 81 year old resident of Springfield, LA, former of Mt. Hermon and died November 7th at Harvest Manor Nursing Home in Denham Springs.  Survivors are 3 daughters, 1 son, 1 sister, 12 grandchildren and 12 great grandchildren.  Interment was in the Smith cemetery at Mt. Hermon.
Magee, Albert R., Sr.  He was 78 and native and resident of the Sunny Hill community.  He died November 9th at the Riverside Medical Center.  Survivors are his wife, Cleo Foil Magee, 2 sons, 3 daughters, 1 brother and 7 grandchildren.  Interment was in the Sunny Hill cemetery.

Bowlman, Lura DeLaughter.  She was 81 and a resident of Franklinton and died November 11th at Riverside Medical Center.  Survivors are her husband, Alvie Bowman, a son, a brother, 2 grandchildren, 8 great grandchildren and 4 great, great grandchildren.  Interment was in the Star Hill cemetery.

11-21-1979

Westmoreland, Hubert.  He was 83 and a resident of Mt. Hermon.  He died November 14th at Riverside Medical Center.  He was a native of Mt. Hermon.  Survivors are his wife, Ivy Johnson Westmoreland, 2 sons, 2 daughters, 14 grandchildren and 12 great grandchildren.  Interment was in the Midway United Pentecostal Church cemetery.

11-28-1979

Jones, Ancil E.  He was 35 and of Varnado and died at Riverside Medical Center following a shooting which occurred Sunday morning at J. J.’s Country Club and Restaurant near Mt. Hermon.

Haley, Dixie Thomas.  She was 74 and of Route 1, Franklinton.  She died November 24th in Highland Park Hospital in Covington.  Interment was in the Haley cemetery.  Survivors are 4 sons, 8 daughters, 4 sisters, 2 brothers, 37 grandchildren and 38 great grandchildren.

Pittman, Howard H.  He was a 77 year old resident of Blond and former resident of Washington Parish.  He died November 18th at St. Tammany Hospital in Covington.  He was a son of the late Robert I and Selena Trim Pittman.  Survivors are his wife and 2 step daughters.  Interment was in the Bulloch cemetery.

Holmes, Velma Simmons.  She was 80 years old resident of Washington Parish and died November 17th in the Tylertown Extended Care.  Interment was in the Tylertown cemetery.  Survivors are 2 brothers and 3 sisters.

12-5-1979

Cutrer, Talmadge H.  He was an 84 year old native and resident of Mt. Hermon and died at the Southwest Regional Medical Center in McComb, MS on December 2nd.  Survivors are 2 daughters and 3 grandchildren.  Interment was in the Mt. Hermon Baptist Church cemetery.

Foil, Dan A.  He was 76 and a resident of Franklinton.  He died November 25th at Riverside Medical Center.  Survivors are his wife, Ozzie Passman Foil, 3 daughters, 2 sisters, 15 grandchildren and 1 great grandchild.  Interment was in the Foil-Stringfield cemetery.

Watts, Gladys Saint.  She was 87 and a resident of Franklinton and died November 13th at Riverside Medical Center.  Survivors are 3 daughters, 4 sons, 2 brothers, 14 grandchildren and 13 great grandchildren.  Interment was in the Greenlawn cemetery in Hammond.

Rodriguez, Octavia Glass.  She was a resident of Route 4, Franklinton and died in St. Tammany Hospital in Covington.  Interment was in the New Hope Baptist Church cemetery.  Survivors are her husband, Enos Rodriguez, 2 daughters and 3 grandchildren.

Ard, Arthur “Slim”.  He was age 51 and died November 28th at his home on Route 4, Franklinton.  Interment was in the San Pedro cemetery.  Survivors are his mother, Thelma Ard, 1 brother and 2 sisters.

12-17-1979

King, Myrtle Haley.  She was age 60 and a resident of Clifton.  She died December 10th at Riverside Medical Center.  Survivors are her husband, Bennie C. King, a daughter, her mother, Ellen D. Haley, 2 brothers and 2 sisters.  Interment was in the Hays Creek Baptist Church cemetery.

Graves, Chrystal Lynn.  She was the infant daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Samie D. Graves of Bogalusa.  She died December 3rd at the Washington-St. Tammany Hospital in Bogalusa.  Interment was in the Morris cemetery in Mt. Hermon.  Besides her parents, survivors are a brother and grandparents, Daisy M. Moak and Mr. and Mrs. Roy Panepinto.

Smith, Truitt.  He was 58 and died December 4th at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the Bethel cemetery.  He was a resident of Route 7, Franklinton.  Survivors are his wife, Wilda Smith, a daughter, 3 sisters, 1 brother, 4 grandchildren and 6 step grandchildren.

Booty, Nelson.  He was age 79 and died November 29th at a Jackson, LA hospital.  Interment was in the Pleasant Hill cemetery at Mt. Hermon.  He was a resident of Jackson, LA and a native of Mt. Hermon.  Survivors are his wife, Allie B. Helton Booty, a son, a brother, 1 sister and 2 grandchildren.

12-19-1979

Booty, Nesby.  He was age 79 and died November 29th in a Jackson, LA hospital.  Interment was in the Pleasant Hill cemetery at Mt. Hermon.  He was a resident of Jackson, LA and native of Mt. Hermon.  Survivors are his wife, Allie B. Helton Booty, a son, 1 brother, 1 sister and 2 grandchildren.

Mayfield, Charlies.  He was age 16 and son of former residents, Mr. and Mrs. Jesse Mayfield of Natalbany.  He died December 12th near their home after being struck by a hit and run vehicle while riding a bicycle.  Besides parents, he is survived by 4 brothers and 5 sisters.  Interment was in the New Zion cemetery near Tylertown.

Mayfield, Eli.  He was age 14 and son of former residents, Mr. and Mrs. Jesse Mayfield of Natalbany.  He died December 12th near their home after being struck by a hit and run vehicle while riding a bicycle.  Besides parents, he is survived by 4 brothers and 5 sisters.  Interment was in the New Zion cemetery near Tylertown.

Holmes, C. L.  He was a resident of Route 3, Franklinton and died December 14th at East Jefferson Hospital in New Orleans.  Interment was in the Canaan cemetery.  Survivors are his wife, Ethel P. Holmes, 7 sons, 3 daughters, 3 brothers, 4 sisters, 22 grandchildren and 1 great grandchild.

Passman, Mack.  He was a 79 year old resident of Bickham Street in Franklinton and died December 11th at Heritage Manor Nursing Home.  He is survived by his wife, Clotile Passman, a son, a step son, 2 brothers, 2 sisters and 4 grandchildren.  Interment was in the Mt. Hermon cemetery.

Riley, Alice.  She was born February 26, 1897 at Mt. Hermon to Mr. and Mrs. W. E. Porter, died December 7th at Kentwood Manor Nursing Home in Kentwood.  Survivors are 1 son, 1 grandson, 3 grand daughters, 4 brothers and 3 sisters.  Interment was in the Mt. Hermon cemetery.

12-26-1979

Dunlap, Minnie Belle Schilling.  She was 86 and died December 18th at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the Mt. Hermon cemetery.  She was a resident of Franklinton and is survived by a son, a sister, a grandson and 4 great grandchildren.

1-2-1980

Welch, Ruth Knight.  She was 68 and a resident of Franklinton.  She died December 27th at Riverside Medical Center.  Survivors are her husband, Milo Welch, her mother, Mrs. Evie L. Knight, 2 sons, a daughter, 5 brothers, 2 sisters, 14 grandchildren and 6 great grandchildren.  Interment was in the Morris cemetery.

Erwin, O. Perry.  He was 73 and a resident of Bogalusa.  He died December 23rd in the Bogalusa Community Medical Center.  Interment was in the Crain’s Creek cemetery.  Survivors are his wife, Marie Hines Erwin, 3 daughters, 2 sons, a sister, a brother, 7 grandchildren and 1 great grandchild.

Simmons, Dixie B.  She was 87 and died December 25th at Baton Rouge General Hospital.  Interment was in the Silver Springs cemetery.  She was a resident of Mt. Hermon and is survived by a son, 2 daughters and a sister.  She was the wife of the late H. E. Simmons and mother of the late Kermit Simmons, Elmese Bennett and Willene Martin.

Peden, Margaret (Peggy) Magee.  She was 58 and a resident of Laurel, MS.  She died December 29th in General Hospital in Laurel.  She was born in Ponchatoula on July 29th, 1921 and was preceded in death by her parents, Agnes Wood and Prentis Magee, former Franklinton residents.  Survivors are her husband, Rev. Homer C. Preden, 1 son, 1 daughter and 1 sister.  Interment was in Jackson, MS.

1-9-1980

Seal, Clayton C.  He died from a shooting incident on Sunday morning.  He died at Riverside Medical Center.  

Babington, Ruth Nell Smith.  She was 56 and died January 1st at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the Ellis cemetery.  She was a native and resident of Franklinton.  Survivors are her husband, William F. “Bill” Babington, a son, 2 daughters, mother, Mrs. A. G. “Ruth” Smith and 3 grandchildren.

Schilling, Arnold.  He was 87 and a resident of Route 3, Franklinton.  He died January 4th at Riverside Medical Center.  Survivors are 2 sons, 4 daughters, a brother, 46 grandchildren and numerous great and great, great grandchildren.

Seal, Clayton C.  He was a 39 year old resident of Route 5 Franklinton and died January 6th in a shooting incident near Thomas.  Interment was in the Seal-Tullos cemetery at State Line.  He was the son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Charlie S. Seal of Thomas.  Survivors are his wife, Majorie Thomas Seal, a son, a daughter and 6 sisters.

1-16-1980

Alford, Pauline B.  She was 68 and a resident of Hammond.  She died January 14th in the Baton Rouge General Hospital.  Interment was in the Bogue Chitto cemetery at Mt. Hermon.  She was the wife of the late Tolbert W. Alford.

Woodward, B. J. “Woody”.  He was 56 and a former resident of Bogalusa.  He died January 10th in the U. S. Public Health Hospital in New Orleans.  Interment was in the Nobles cemetery.  He was a veteran of World War II.  Survivors are 2 sons, 3 daughters, his mother, C. W. (Caroline) Woodward, 2 brothers, 5 sisters and 1 grandchild.

1-23-1980

Carter, Robert E. “Bob”.  He was 53 and died January 15th at Bogalusa Community Medical Center.  Survivors are his wife, Delores Carter, 2 sons, 2 daughters, a step son, a step daughter, 2 brothers, 4 sisters, 9 grandchildren and 2 step grandchildren.  Interment was in the Ponemah cemetery.

1-30-1980

Boone, Ollie E.  She was a 78 year old native of Sandy Hook and died January 28th in a Columbia Hospital.  Interment was in the Sandy Hook cemetery.  Survivors are 5 daughters, 6 sons, a brother, 3 sisters, 36 grandchildren and 15 great grandchildren.

Holliday, Modie.  She was 100 years old and a native of Mt. Hermon.  She died January 22nd at her home.  She was the daughter of the late Neal and Camellia Crowe Strahan and wife of the late Victor Holliday and mother of the late Reffie Holliday.  Interment was in the Mt. Hermon cemetery.  Survivors are 3 sons, 2 daughters, numerous grandchildren and great grandchildren.

Smith, Ora Lee Schilling.  She was age 86 and died January 24th in the Walthall General Hospital.  Interment was in the Mt. Hermon cemetery.  She was the wife of the late Emmette E. Smith and was a native of Mt. Hermon.  Survivors are a daughter, 2 brothers, 3 sisters, 3 step grandchildren and 10 step great grandchildren.

Miley, Posy Stanford.  She was 90 years old and died January 24th at her Route 3, Bogalusa residence.  Interment was in the Old Gerald cemetery at Pine.  Survivors are 6 daughters, 4 sons, 33 grandchildren, 68 great grandchildren and 20 great, great grandchildren.  She was a native of Baxter, MS.

Fussell, Catherine.  She was 79 and died January 26th at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the Tyson cemetery. She was a resident of Route 7, Franklinton and is survived by 2 sons, 4 daughters, a brother, 6 sisters, 28 grandchildren, 41 great grandchildren and 3 great, great grandchildren.

Schilling, Edwin N.  He was 61 and a resident of Baton Rouge.  He died January 18th.  He was a native of Ponchatoula.  Interment was in the Green Oaks Mausoleum.  Survivors are his widow, Ruth Passman Schilling, 1 son, 2 daughters and 3 brothers.

2-6-1980

Delaughter, Harold Glynn, Sr.  He died February 1st in Baton Rouge at age 50.  He was a resident of Baton Rouge and a veteran of the Korean War.  He was a former resident of Franklinton.  Interment was in the Springhill cemetery.  Survivors are his wife, Juanda S. DeLaughter, his mother, Alice Thigpen DeLaughter, a daughter, 2 sons, a brother and 2 grandchildren.

Valliant, Mrs. James Bickham.  She was age 73 and a resident of Mt. Hermon.  She died January 30th in New Orleans.  Interment was in the Bogue Chitto cemetery.  Survivors are her husband, Denton B. “Denny” Valliant, 2 sons, 1 daughter, 4 sisters, 11 grandchildren and 6 great grandchildren.

Kerbow, Maggie.  She was 77 and died February 2nd in the Pike Hospital in Kentwood.  She was a resident of Mt. Hermon.  Interment was in the Midway United Pentecostal Church cemetery.  Survivors are her husband, Rev. David Kerbow, 4 sons, a daughter, a brother, a sister, 9 grandchildren and 1 great grandchild.

Smith, Hubert.  He was 73 and a resident of Denham Springs, former resident of Sheridan.  She died February 3rd at Our Lady of the Lake Hospital in Baton Rouge.  Interment was in the Lang-Simmons cemetery at Sheridan.  Survivors are his wife, Fannie Lang Smith, 2 sons, 3 daughters, a brother, 2 sisters, 16 grandchildren and 18 great grandchildren.

McClendon, Linnie Mae.  She died January 24th at a hospital in Columbia, MS.  Interment was in the Rest Haven cemetery.  Survivors are her husband, Freddie McClendon, a daughter, a son, 18 grandchildren and 21 great grandchildren.  She was a former resident of Washington Parish and a long time resident of Baton Rouge and had recently moved to Columbia, MS.

Forrest, Hannah.  She was 75 and a resident of Mt. Hermon.  She died January 31st in the Villa Feliciana Hospital in Jackson, LA.  Survivors are a brother, 4 grandchildren and 10 great grandchildren.  Interment was in the Pleasant Hill cemetery.

Thomas, Herman Levi.  62 year old resident of Thomas died February 4th at Riverside Medical Center.  Survivors are his wife, Elizabeth T. Thomas, 3 sons, a daughter, 3 brothers, 3 sisters and 6 grandchildren.  Interment was in the Thomas cemetery.

2-13-1980

Magee, James Arthur “Kid”.  He was 91 and a resident of Sunny Hill.  He died February 5th at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the Sunny Hill cemetery.  He was a veteran of World War II.  Survivors are nieces, nephews, a sister-in-law and seven grand nieces and nephews.

Jenkins, Etta.  She was a 67 year old resident of the Oak Grove community and died February 6th at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the Jenkins cemetery.  Survivors are her husband, Erbin Jenkins, 2 sons, 3 daughters, a brother, 2 sisters and 14 grandchildren.

2-20-1980

Stafford, Maudine Brock.  The 70 year old resident of Franklinton died February 17th at Riverside Medical Center.  Survivors are 1 son, 2 daughters, a brother and sister and 11 grandchildren.  Interment was in the Nobles cemetery.

Williams, Lucy Claraenda.  She was 77 and a resident of Heritage Manor Nursing Home and a former resident of Oak Grove community.  She died February 15th at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the Williams cemetery.  Survivors are 1 son, 4 grandchildren and 6 great grandchildren.

Smith, Ruth M.  She was a 79 year old resident of Franklinton and died at her home on February 14th.  Interment was in the Ellis cemetery.  Survivors are a grandson, 2 grand daughters, 2 sons-in-law and 3 grandchildren.

2-27-1980

Knight, Ellen Hunt.  The 82 year old resident of Bogalusa died February 23rd at Rest Haven Nursing Home.  Interment was in the Nobles cemetery.  Survivors are her husband, W. B. Knight, 4 sons, 3 daughters, 1 brother, 22 grandchildren and 27 great grandchildren.

Ladner, Thomas Elder “L.D.”.  He was age 72 and died February 29th at Riverside Medical Center.  He was a resident of Pine and was buried in the Pine community cemetery.  Survivors are his wife, Cascelia Ladner, 5 sons, 4 daughters, a brother, 3 sisters, 25 grandchildren and 21 great grandchildren.

Jones, Elvie G.  She was 80 years old and a resident of Route 4, Franklinton.  She died February 22nd at Riverside Medical Center.  Survivors are 3 sons, 4 daughters, 2 sisters, 20 grandchildren and 7 great grandchildren.  Interment was in the Bonner Creek cemetery.

Branch, Myrtis Crain.  She was a 73 year old resident of Pine and died February 21st at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the Crain’s Creek Missionary Baptist Church cemetery.  Survivors are 1 son, 4 daughters, a brother and sister, 12 grandchildren and 11 great grandchildren.

Branton, Shelby M.  He was an 80 year old resident of the Stateline community and died February 24th in the Bogalusa Community Medical Center.  He was a native of Jefferson Davis County, MS and a former resident of Monticello, MS.  Survivors are his wife, Anna W. Branton, a son, 3 daughters, a brother, 6 sisters, 13 grandchildren and 10 great grandchildren.  Interment was in the Briarwood Baptist Church cemetery.

Glass, Lula O.  She was 95 and died February 23rd at Villa Feliciana Hospital in Jackson, LA.  Interment was in the Corkern cemetery. She was a resident of Route 4, Franklinton and is survived by a son, a step son, a half sister, 4 grandchildren, 24 great grandchildren and 4 great, great grandchildren.

Dickinson, Lillie Bickham.  She was an 89 year old resident of Jackson, MS and died February 24th in the Hinds General Hospital in Jackson.  Interment was in the Ellis cemetery.  Survivors are 1 son, 1 daughter, 2 sisters, 5 grandchildren and 5 great grandchildren.

3-5-1980

Magee, Novie Pierce.  She was 85 and died February 26th at the Bogalusa Community Medical Center.  Interment was in the Sanctuary of Peace Mausoleum in Ponemah cemetery.  Survivors are 2 daughters, 2 sons, 2 sisters, 14 grandchildren and 6 great grandchildren.  She was born November 30, 1893 in Spring Creek, LA.

Crain, Mary E.  She died February 27th at Bogalusa Community Medical Center and was a native of Washington Parish and resident of Bogalusa.  Interment was in the Adams cemetery.  Survivors are her husband, Enos A. Crain.

Dyson, Grace O.  She was an 80 year old resident of Franklinton and died February 25th in Highland Park Hospital in Covington.  Survivors are a daughter, a son, 5 sisters, 4 brothers, 15 grandchildren and 4 great grandchildren.  Interment was in the Sweet Home cemetery.

3-12-1980

Weihermiller, Louise Breland.  She was 83 and a resident of Bogalusa, former resident of Pine.  She died March 5th at Bogalusa Community Medical Center.  Interment was in the Warren Breland cemetery at Pine.  Survivors are a niece and sister.

Brumfield, Ida.  She was an 84 year old resident of Franklinton and died March 8th at Rest Haven Nursing Home in Bogalusa.  Interment was in the Warnerton cemetery.  Survivors are 4 sons, 4 daughters, 22 grandchildren and 28 great grandchildren.

Burkhalter, Doris Magee.  She was a 65 year old resident of Franklinton and died March 11th at her residence.  Survivors are her husband, Otis Burkhalter, 3 brothers, 2 sisters and a number of nieces and nephews.  Interment was in the Roberts cemetery at Sunnyhill, LA.

3-19-1980  

Tullos, Sebastian “Buck”.  He was a 68 year old resident of Baton Rouge and native of Franklinton.  He died March 17th in the Veteran’s Administration Hospital in New Orleans.  He was a veteran of World War II.  Interment was in the Ellis cemetery.  Survivors are his wife, Marguerite Richardson Tullos, a daughter, 2 sisters and 2 brothers.

Carter, Mrs. Willie B.  She was 83 and died at her Franklinton residence on March 17th.  She was the wife of the late Otto P. Carter and native of Franklinton.  Survivors are 2 sons, a brother, 7 grandchildren and 4 great grandchildren.  Interment was in the Ellis cemetery.

Harrison, Ryan Blake.  He was the 3 day old son of Mr. and Mrs. Henry Harrison.  He died March 13th at Riverside Medical Center.  Graveside rites were held at the Winan Memorial cemetery.  Survivors are his parents, a brother; maternal grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Robert Bickham and paternal grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. James Harris and a great grandmother, Millie Magee.

Miller, Dorothy.  She was age 17 and died in Texas.  She was the victim of an apparent murder-suicide.  Interment was in the Ponchatoula cemetery.  Survivors are her parents, William Miller and Lillie Mae Mann and 4 brothers.

3-26-1980

Mizell, Larry.  He was age 39 and a former resident of Franklinton.  Interment was in the Restland Memorial Gardens in Dallas, TX.  Survivors are his wife and 3 children, his mother, Ida Mizell, 3 sisters and 6 brothers.

Williams, Ezekiel A. “Zeke”.  He was a 77 year old resident of Route 2, Franklinton and died March 22nd at his residence.  Survivors are his wife, Myrtis Thigpen Williams and 6 sisters.  Interment was in the Ellis cemetery.

Woodward, Thomas H.  He was a 75 year old resident of Angie and died March 19th at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the Bonnie cemetery in Angie.  Survivors are his wife, Edna Woodward, 4 sons, a daughter, 3 sisters, 12 grandchildren and 7 great grandchildren.

4-2-1980

Duncan, Robert Ike.  He was 79 and a resident of the new Stateline community.  He died March 28th at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the Seal-Tullos cemetery at Stateline.  Survivors are 1 brother and 3 sisters.

Powell, Ernestine Webb.  She was 50 years old and a resident of New Iberia, a former Bogalusa resident, died March 26th at Ochsner Foundation Hospital in New Orleans.  Interment was in Hillview Memorial Gardens in Bogalusa. Survivors are her husband, Burnell H. Powell, 3 sons, her parents, Mr. and Mrs. E. S. Webb, Sr., 5 brothers and 3 sisters.

Barron, Dr. Seth Hugh.  He died March 25th in the Marion County General Hospital.  Interment was in the Woodlawn cemetery in Columbia.  Survivors are his wife, Anna M. Haney Barron, 3 daughters, a brother and 1 grandchild.  

Smith, Gaylon J.  He was 31 and died March 27th in the Baton Rouge General Hospital.  Interment was in the Colyell Baptist Church cemetery.  He was a resident of Baton Rouge and former resident of Franklinton.  He was a veteran of the Vietnam War.  Survivors are his wife, Teri L. Smith, 2 daughters, a son, his parents, Elmo and Inez Smith, a sister and 2 brothers.

4-9-1980

Graves, Ricky.  He was a 24 year old resident of the Hays Creek community and died April 2nd at East Jefferson Hospital in Metairie.  He died from injuries in an automobile accident.  Interment was in the Hays Creek Baptist Church cemetery.  Survivors are his wife, Karen Stewart Graves, his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Roby Graves, a brother and grandparents: Mr. and Mrs. Joe R. Graves and Mr. and Mrs. Alton C. James.

Carroll, Frances.  She was a 74 year old resident of Bogalusa and former resident of Sheridan.  She died April 5th at Bogalusa Community Medical Center and interment was in the Mt. Sinai Missionary Baptist Church cemetery.  Survivors are a daughter, mother, Mrs. Oscar (Ada) Temples, 2 brothers and 7 sisters.

Montgomery, Raiford.  He was age 60 and a resident of Route 3, Franklinton.  He died April 5th at his home.  Survivors are his wife, Beatrice Montgomery, a son and 4 grandchildren.  Interment was in the Ellis cemetery.

Stieber, Alvah Bannister.  She was 86, a native of Mt Hermon and a resident of New Orleans.  She died April 5th in New Orleans.  Interment was in the Ellis cemetery.  Survivors are 3 sons, a daughter, a brother, 10 grandchildren and 10 great grandchildren.

4-16-1980

Killingsworth, A. K.  He was an 84 year old resident of Hattiesburg and died April 8th at the Veteran’s Administration Hospital in Jackson, MS.  Interment was in Hattiesburg.  Survivors are his wife, Octa Culp Killingsworth, 3 daughters, 2 brothers, 3 sisters, 9 grandchildren and 4 great grandchildren.

4-23-1980

Stogner, Cammie Eldora.  She was 76 years old and resident of Route 2, Franklinton.  She died April 18th at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the Morris cemetery.  Survivors are 4 sons, 2 daughters, a sister, 17 grandchildren and 14 great grandchildren.

4-30-1980

Warren, Earl.  He was 70 years old and was born and reared in Washington Parish.  He passed away at his home in the Clifton community on April 24th.  Survivors are his wife, Doris Thompson Warren, 3 sons, 1 daughter, 14 grandchildren, 16 great grandchildren, 2 step sons, 4 step daughters and a brother.  Interment was in the Tylertown cemetery.

5-7-1980

Wood, Joe Don.  He was 64 and a resident of Franklinton.  He died at his home on May 1st.  Interment was in the Ellis cemetery.  Survivors are his wife, Freddie M. Wood, 3 sons, 3 daughters, 2 step children, 2 brothers, 14 grandchildren and 1 great grandchild.

Fisher, Vera Lee.  The 74 year old resident of Route 4, Franklinton died May 4th at Riverside Medical Center.  Survivors are 2 sons, 1 daughter, a sister, 2 brothers, 3 grandchildren and 6 great grandchildren.  Interment was in the Canaan Baptist Church cemetery.

Rothman, Jeffery Paul.  He was the 21 year old son of Mr. and Mrs. Phillip Rothman of Baton Rouge.  He was killed Wednesday in a Baton Rouge automobile accident.  Interment was in Baton Rouge.  Survivors are his 2 brothers, a sister and his parents.  His mother is the former Arlene Smith, a native of Washington Parish and his maternal grandparents are Fannie Lang Smith and the late Hubert Smith.

5-14-1980

Renner, Ouida Elizabeth.  She was an 89 year old resident of Route 3, Franklinton and died May 8th in the Bill Dora Nursing Home in Tylertown.  Survivors are 3 brothers and 2 sisters.  Interment was in the Mt. Pisgah cemetery.  

Crowe, Dennis Wayne.  He was 27 and a resident of Route 3, Franklinton and was killed May 8th in an electrical accident while working in Baton Rouge.  Survivors are a son, his parents: Mr. and Mrs. Denman “Spunk” Crowe, a brother, his grandparents: Mr. and Mrs. Homer Crowe and Mr. and Mrs. Alton Morgan.  Interment was in the Canaan cemetery.

5-21-1980

No obituaries

5-28-1980

Sevy, Claudia Hood.  She died May 19th at San Bernadino Hospital in San Bernadino, CA.  She was a native of Georgia.  She was the wife of the late Dr. Claude Sevy and is survived by a daughter, 2 sisters, 5 grandchildren and 9 great grandchildren.  Interment was in the Ellis cemetery.

Hobgood, Ellie Warren.  She was a 77 year old resident of Varnado and died May 24th at Riverside Medical Center.  Survivors are his wife, Edna Hobgood, 2 sons, 2 daughters, 2 brothers, 2 sisters, 12 grandchildren and 10 great grandchildren.  Interment was in the Hilltop cemetery.

Mulina, Leroy C.  He was 66 years old and died May 21st at Riverside Medical Center.  He was a Franklinton resident and is survived by 2 daughters, his mother, Mrs. L. H. Mulina, a sister, a brother and 4 grandchildren.

Booty, Nolana M.  She was 24 and a resident of Gretna.  She disappeared on March 23, and her body was recovered on May 18th from the Mississippi River in New Orleans.  She was the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Nolan A. Booty.  Interment was in the Ellis cemetery.  Besides her parents, she is survived by 3 sisters and grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Archie Booty.

Whitehead, Rosa.  She was an 89 year old resident of the Crain’s Creek community, and died May 22nd at Riverside Medical Center.  Survivors are 2 daughters, 2 step sisters, 17 grandchildren, 30 great grandchildren and 1 great, great grandchild.  Interment was in the War Crain cemetery.

6-4-1980

Wascom, Hazel.  She was a 70 year old resident of Baker and former resident of Washington Parish.  She died May 31st in Lane Memorial Hospital in Zachary.  Survivors are 2 daughters, a brother, 6 grandchildren and 4 great grandchildren.  Interment was in the Pleasant Hill cemetery.

Carpenter, Ellis “Preacher”.  He was 83 and died May 31st in Hotel Dieu Hospital in New Orleans.  Interment was in the Strahan cemetery.  He was a resident of Route 2, Franklinton and is survived by his wife, Opha Carpenter, a son, 2 daughters, a brother, 3 sisters, 5 grandchildren and 2 step grandchildren.

6-11-1980

Carter, Prentiss Bernard, II.  He was age 60 and died June 3rd at Barnes Hospital in St. Louis, Missouri.  He was a resident of Morton, Illinois.  Interment was in the Ellis cemetery.  He was the son of the late Otto P and Willie Bickham Carter and an army veteran of World War II.  Survivors are his wife, Janis Carter, a son, 3 daughters, 8 grandchildren, 1 brother, 1 uncle and 2 step sons.  He was preceded in death by his first wife, Vera Burns Carter.

Little, Vergie Ellen.  She was an 81 year old resident of Route 1 Bogalusa and died June 7th at the Community Medical Center in Bogalusa.  Survivors are her husband, Jasper “Jap” Little, 2 sons, 5 sisters, 9 grandchildren and 9 great grandchildren.

6-18-1980

Jenkins, Ollie Thomas.  She was 72 years old and died June 12th in the Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the Bulloch cemetery at Bonner Creek, where she was a resident.  She is survived by a son, a daughter, a brother, 3 sisters, 9 grandchildren and 8 great grandchildren.

Lacey, David Lynn.  He was 18 and of Lafayette.  He was found shot to death in a canal near Pecan Island on June 11th.  Interment was in the Bonner Creek cemetery.  He is survived by his mother, Mrs. Randy A. Jones, 2 sisters, a brother, grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. James B. Lapkin and step grandmother, Mrs. Josepha Jones. 

Albritton, Rev. James Ernest.  He was 58 and a former pastor of Franklinton’s First Baptist Church and Calvary Baptist Church in Bogalusa.  He died June 15th.  Interment was in Saraland, AL.  Survivors are his wife, Cleota Albritton, a daughter and 3 sons.

6-25-1980

Barber, Wilber C.  He was a 74 year old resident of Route 5, Franklinton and died June 17th in an accident at his home.  Interment was in the Stateline United Pentecostal Church.  Survivors are his wife, Emma Thomas Barber, 2 sons, 2 daughters, 6 brothers, 4 sisters, 22 grandchildren and 7 great grandchildren.

Passman, Talmadge Houston.  He was age 43 and a resident of Jackson, LA.  He died June 18th at Baton Rouge General Hospital.  He was a native of New Orleans and was the son of William Francis Passman and step son of James Alvie Bowman.  He was also the son of the late Lula Brooks Passman.  Interment was in the Jackson cemetery.  Survivors are a son, 4 daughters, a half brother and 4 grandchildren.

Johnson, Delos R.  He was a 69 year old resident of Baton Rouge and native of Mt. Hermon.  He died June 20th at Lane Memorial Hospital in Zachary.  Interment was in the Midway United Pentecostal Church.  Survivors are 2 brothers and 3 sisters.

7-2-1980

Jenkins, Connie.  She was a 20 year old resident of Route 1, Franklinton. She was killed in a car accident on June 26th.  She was the wife of Joseph Jenkins.  Interment was in the Jenkins cemetery at Pine.  She was a native of Atmore, AL and is survived by a daughter, her mother, Mary L. Gilmore, a sister, 2 brothers and grandfather, Willie Johnson.


Jenkins, Joseph.  He was a 21 year old resident of Route 1, Franklinton.  He was killed in a car accident on June 26th.  He was the husband of Connie Jenkins.  He was a native of Bogalusa and is survived by his daughter, parents, Mr. and Mrs. C. P. “Buddy” Jenkins, a sister, a brother and grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. James H. Rayborn and James B. Hayman.  Interment was in the Jenkins cemetery at Pine.


Pasman, Jimmy.  He was a 45 year old resident of Route 5, Franklinton.   He was killed in a car accident on June 26th.  Interment was in the Magee cemetery in Franklinton.  Survivors are his wife, Janice Passman, his mother, Mrs. Otto (Mamie) Passman, 2 sons, 3 daughters, 2 brothers and a sister.

Breland, Gloria Jean Small.  She was 52 and died June 29th in Anderson Hospital at Meridian, MS.  Graveside rites were held at Ponemah cemetery.  She was a resident of Butler and is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. W. E. Small and survivors include her husband, Percy Breland, 2 daughters, 2 sons, a sister, 2 brothers and 2 grandchildren.

McDaniel, Voyght Dalton.  He was 66 and a resident of Stoney Point.  He died June 29th at Riverside Medical Center.  Survivors are his wife, Pauline Walker McDaniel, 2 sons, 5 brothers, 2 sisters and 3 grandchildren.  Interment was in the Stoney Point cemetery.

Lenoch, Sheilah Foil.  She was 24 and a former Franklinton resident, now of Austin, TX.  She died June 26th.  Survivors are her husband, Mark Lenoch, 1 son, her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Daniel George Foil, Jr. and 2 brothers.  Interment was in the Stoney Point cemetery.
Martin, Joseph Monroe.  He was age 49 and died in Bay St. Louis, MS on June 28th. Interment was in the Pine Community cemetery.  Survivors are his wife, Frances Martin, 2 sons, 1 daughter, 4 brothers, 5 sisters and 3 grandchildren.

Orman, Mrs. Frederick (Etta Matty).  She died June 30th at Heritage Manor in Franklinton.  She was the mother of Franklinton resident, Fred B. Orman.  She was born in Denver, CO in 1881 and requested her body be given to Louisiana State University for research.

7-9-1980

Griffith, Charles Curtis.  He was 73 years of age and a resident of Route 2, Bogalusa.  He died July 4th at Bogalusa Community Medical Center.  Interment was in the Plainview Baptist Church cemetery.  Survivors are his wife, Clemon Laird Griffith, 2 sons, 4 daughters, his mother, Alice Moore, a brother, 2 sister, 19 grandchildren and 12 great grandchildren.

Ott, Dora Corkern.  She was a 91 year old resident of Franklinton and the late wife of James M. Ott.  She died July 5th at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the Silver Springs cemetery.  Survivors are 2 daughters, 2 sisters, 5 grandchildren and 6 great grandchildren.

Sumrall, Infant.  The infant son of Mr. and Mrs. Sidney Sumrall of Franklinton was stillborn on July 4th at Woman’s Hospital in Baton Rouge.  Graveside rites were conducted at Poplar Head Missionary Baptist Church cemetery.  Other survivors are grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Jesse Sumrall, Jr. and Mr. and Mrs. Harvey Bienvenu and great grandparents, Nettie Sumrall and Mr. and Mrs. Joseph G. Shedd and Mr. and Mrs. Bill Caves.

Burkhalter, Arnold Glenn.  He was 67 and died July 1st in Metairie.  Interment was in the Ellis cemetery.  He was a former resident of Franklinton, and is survived by his wife, Beatrice D. Burkhalter, a son, a daughter, 3 grandchildren, a brother and 3 sisters.

7-16-1980

Creel, Wilson.  He was age 74 and died July 10th at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the Poplar Head Missionary Baptist Church cemetery.  Survivors are his wife, Mae Carpenter Creel, 3 sons, 2 brothers and 4 grandchildren.

Knight, Evie Lang.  She was age 86 and a resident of Franklinton, who died July 8th in Bogalusa Community Medical Center.  Interment was in the Baughman cemetery.  Survivors are 5 sons, 2 daughters, 2 brothers, a sister, 28 grandchildren, 48 great grandchildren and 7 great, great grandchildren.  She was also the mother of the late Leon Knight and the late Mrs. Milo (Ruth) Welch.

Norman, Mary Lucille Cothern.  The 79 year old resident of Carter’s Creek, MS, died on July 12th at Bill Dora Nursing Home in Tylertown.  She was the daughter of the late Mary Emily Holmes Cothern and Harrison Ephram Corkern, also the wife of the late H. P. Norman.  Interment was in the Enon, MS cemetery.  Survivors are 2 sons, 3 daughters, 1 brother, 4 sisters, 4 grandchildren and 1 great grandchild.

Morris, Doris J.  She was age 50 and a resident of Bogalusa, who died July 11th in East Jefferson Hospital in Metairie.  Interment was in the Sanctuary of Peace Mausoleum in Ponemah cemetery.  Survivors are her husband, Tilmer Morris, a daughter, a brother and 2 sisters.  She was also the mother of the late Pam Morris.

7-23-1980

Miller, Marvin Lee.  He was a 71 year old native of Mt. Hermon and long time resident of Franklinton and died July 19th at Riverside Medical Center.  He was the son of the late Marion T and Lozane Strahan Miller and was a veteran of World War II.  Interment was in the Mt. Pisgah cemetery.  Survivors are his wife, Joyce M. Miller, 5 sons, 1 brother, 17 grandchildren and 4 great grandchildren.

Pierce, Conrad Kern (Pete).  He was 67 years old and of Jonesville, LA.  He died July 16th.  He was the son of the late Ellie Talley Pierce and Willie Pierce.  Survivors are his wife, Lodi Mall Pierce, 1 son, a half brother and 3 grandchildren.

Cates, Annie Corkern.  She was 86 and died July 12th in the Ocean Springs Nursing Home.  Interment was in the Lare cemetery.  She was the wife of the late Joe Cates and was a Biloxi resident.  Mrs. Cates was the daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Abner Corkern.  Survivors are 11 children, several grandchildren and great grandchildren, a sister and 2 brothers.

Thomas, Cauley.  He was age 70, a resident of the Thomas community and died July 16th at Riverside Medical Center.  Survivors are his wife, Viola O’Bryant Thomas, 3 sons, 1 daughter, 1 brother4 sisters, 15 grandchildren and 2 great grandchildren.  Interment was in the Thomas cemetery.

McKenzie, Modez.  He was a 69 year old resident of Stateline and died July 17th at Riverside Medical Center.  Survivors are his wife, Ruby W. McKenzie, 1 son, 1 daughter, 5 brothers, 3 sisters, 4 grandchildren and 3 great grandchildren.

7-30-1980

Morris, David.  He was a 20 year old resident of Mt. Hermon and died in an automobile accident July 28th.  Survivors are his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Huey Morris, 2 brothers, 2 sisters and his grandmother, Ida Mizell.  Interment was in the Morris cemetery in Mt. Hermon.

Jones, Sherri Lynn.  She was a 19 year old resident of Mt. Hermon and died in an automobile accident on July 28th.  Interment was in the Magee cemetery.  Survivors are 1 son, her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Elvin Jones, 2 brothers and 6 sisters.

Edwards, Pat.  He was a 47 year old resident of the Hays Creek community and died July 28th while working offshore.  Survivors are his wife, Geneva James Edwards, a daughter, his mother, Melinda Edwards, 4 brothers and 3 sisters.  He was also the father of the late John Chesley Edwards.

8-6-1980

Bell, Tom Buster.  He was a 60 year old resident of Route 2, Franklinton and died August 4th at Riverside Medical Center.  Survivors are his wife, Gloria Welch Bell, 3 sons, 3 daughters, 4 brothers, 3 sisters and 1 grandson.

Edwards, Pat.  He was a 47 year old resident of the Hays Creek community and died July 28th while working offshore.  Survivors are his wife, Geneva James Edwards, a daughter, his mother, Melinda Edwards, 4 brothers and 3 sisters.  He was also the father of the late John Chesley Edwards.

8-13-1980

Schilling, Dr. L. O. “Bruiser”.  He was a 65 year old resident of Franklinton and died August 6th at Riverside Medical Center.  Survivors are 2 brothers and a sister.  Interment was in the Ellis cemetery.

Thigpen, Hershel D.  The 76 year old resident of Enon died August 5th at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the Enon Baptist Church cemetery.  Survivors are his wife, Versie Jones Thigpen, a daughter, 3 granddaughters, 4 brothers and 2 sisters.

8-20-1980

Erwin, Henry F. “Dick”.  The 56 year old resident of Franklinton died August 17th in Veteran’s Hospital in New Orleans.  He was a veteran of World War II.  Interment was in the Stoney Point cemetery.  Survivors are 2 sons, 3 daughters, a brother, 3 sisters and a number of grandchildren.

Cheek, James Henry, Sr.  He was age 72 and died August 14th in San Diego.  He was a World War II veteran.  Burial was at Mt. Hope cemetery in San Diego.  Survivors are 2 sons, 21 grandchildren and 4 great grandchildren.

Talbert, Louis P., Jr.  He was a 74 year old native of East Feliciana Parish and resident of Huntington, TX.  He died in Houston, TX on August 15th.  Final rites were conducted from South Park Baptist Church in Alvin, TX.  Survivors are his wife, Lorena Doughty Talbert, a son, a daughter, 2 brothers, 3 sisters and 5 grandchildren.

Varnado, Elma.  She was age 86 and former Franklinton resident, who lived in Baton Rouge with her daughter.  She died August 14th at Dixon Memorial Hospital in Denham Springs, LA.  Interment was in the Ellis cemetery.  Survivors are a daughter, 1 son, 1 brother, 7 grandchildren and 12 great grandchildren.

8-27-1980

Foil, Jacob Harold.  He was 64 year old and died August 22nd at Hotel Dieu Hospital in New Orleans.  Interment was in the Mt. Pleasant cemetery in Bogalusa.  He was a native of Clifton, former resident of Bogalusa and resident of Franklinton.  Survivors are his wife, Elaine Clayton Foil, a son, 3 sisters and 2 grandsons.

Lott, James Melvin.  54 year old resident of Angie died August 22nd at Forrest County General Hospital in Hattiesburg.  Survivors are 4 daughters and his father, Hamp Lott.  Interment was in the Rester cemetery.

Lagarde, Nancy Snell.  She was age 44 and a resident of Amite and former resident of Mt. Hermon.  She died August 22nd in Hood Memorial Hospital in Amite.  Survivors are her husband, Jesse P. Lagarde, a daughter and a sister.  She was the daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Newton Everett Snell.  Interment was in the Mt. Hermon cemetery.

Michelli, Joe.  He was a 72 year old resident of Hammond and died August 22nd in East Jefferson Hospital in New Orleans.  Entombment was in the Greenlaw Mausoleum in Hammond.  Survivors are his wife, Angelina Michelli, 1 son, 2 daughters, 4 sisters and 6 grandchildren.  He was the father of the late Frank Michelli and was preceded in death by a grandchild.

Pierce, Edwin.  He was a 67 year old resident of Folsom, who died August 24th at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the Bonner Creek cemetery.  Survivors are his wife, Dorothy K. Pierce, a son, 3 step sons, 2 sisters and 3 grandchildren.

Alford, Robert.  He was a 67 year old resident of Route 3, Franklinton and died August 26th at his residence.

9-3-1980

Cleveland, Vera.  She was a 72 year old resident of Franklinton and died August 29th at Highland Park Hospital in Covington.  Survivors are her husband, Willie Cleveland, 3 sons, 2 daughters, a sister, 13 grandchildren and 6 great grandchildren.  Interment was in the Ellis cemetery. 

Owens, Minnie.  She was a 78 year old resident of Route 4, Franklinton and died August 31st at Riverside Medical Center.  Survivors are her husband, Fred Owens, 3 daughters, a brother, 3 sisters, 17 grandchildren and 13 great grandchildren.  Interment was in the Bonner Creek cemetery.

Owens, Roy.  He was age 54 and a resident of Bogalusa.  He died August 27th in the Bogalusa Community Medical Center.  Interment was in the Ponemah cemetery.  Survivors are his wife, Marjorie Owens, 3 sons, 3 daughters, 4 brothers, 4 sisters, 8 grandchildren, stepmother, Mrs. Mary Owens, 3 step brothers and 3 step sisters.

9-10-1980

Carlile, William K. “Bill”.  He was a 62 year old resident of Baton Rouge and died September 4th at Our Lady of the Lake Hospital in Baton Rouge.  He was the husband of the former Franklinton resident, Mary Seal Carlile.  Graveside rites were held at Canaan Baptist Church cemetery.

James, Rodney Eugene.  He was a 28 year old resident of Bogalusa and died September 6th in Highland Park Hospital in Covington.  Survivors are his wife, Dixie Kealhofer James, a son, his father, Jack James, a brother and a sister.  Interment was in the Ponemah cemetery.

9-17-1980

Stogner, Bobby Ray.  He died September 9th from an apparent suicide.  He was a resident of Pine.  Interment was in the Faith Tabernacle cemetery.  Survivors are his mother, Elizabeth Mansfield, his step father, Garland Mansfield, a daughter, a sister and 1 grandchild.

9-24-1980

Jones, J. B.  He was an 81 year old resident of Route 4, Franklinton and died September 19th .  Interment was in the Enon cemetery.  Survivors are his wife, Juanita Williams Jones, 2 daughters, 2 sisters, a brother, 8 grandchildren and 9 great grandchildren.

Thomas, Delos E.  He was a 55 year old resident of the Stateline community and died September 20th in Hotel Dieu Hospital in New Orleans.  Survivors are his wife, Myrtle S. Thomas, a daughter, 2 sons, a sister and 5 grandchildren.  Interment was in the Thomas cemetery at Stateline.

10-1-1980

Adams, Robert James “R.J.”.  He died September 27th at Riverside Medical Center and interment was in the Nobles cemetery.  Survivors are his wife, Hazel G. Adams, 2 daughters, his step mother, Dovie Adams, a grandson, 2 granddaughters, a brother and 5 sisters.

Welch, Milo.  He was a 71 year old resident of Franklinton and died September 27th at Riverside Medical Center.  Survivors are 2 sons, a daughter, 5 brothers, 2 sisters, 14 grandchildren and 7 great grandchildren.  Interment was in the Morris cemetery.

Sylvest, Frank E.  He was a 57 year old native of Washington Parish and resided in Jonesboro, LA.  He died on September 15th.  He was the son of the late John D. and Minnie Fendlason Sylvest and was a veteran of World War II.  Interment was in the Shamrock Lamberttown cemetery in Natchitoches Parish.  Survivors are his wife, Tommie Holt Sylvest, 3 brothers and 5 sisters.

Corkern, Rosa Mae Lee.  She was a 76 year old resident of Bogalusa and former resident of the Bonner Creek community.  She died September 25th at Riverside Medical Center and is survived by her mother, Minnie B. Lee, 2 sons, 2 daughters, 4 sisters, 9 grandchildren and 7 great grandchildren.  Interment was in the Bonner Creek Church cemetery.

10-8-1980

Magee, William Price.  He was 83 and died October 6th at his residence in Folsom.  He was a veteran of World War I.  Survivors are his wife, Willie Mae Dunlap Magee, 3 daughters, 1 brother and 2 grandchildren.

Hogan, Leroy.  He was 69 and a resident of Route 3, Franklinton.  He died October 3rd from injuries in a tractor-truck accident.  He is survived by a sister.  Interment was in the Sharp cemetery.

Williams, Esma Crain.  She was an 84 year old resident of the Stateline community and died September 30th at Bogalusa Community Medical Center.  She was the wife of the late Clemon Williams.  Survivors are 3 sons, 2 daughters, 2 sisters, a brother, 18 grandchildren, 31 great grandchildren and 3 great, great grandchildren.  Interment was in the Louis Crain cemetery at Stateline.

Slocum, T. C., Sr.  He was 65, a native and resident of Mt. Hermon and died October 5th at his home.  Survivors are his wife, Ome Lou Slocum, 7 sons, 4 daughters, 20 grandchildren and 1 step grandchild.  Interment was in the Statham cemetery at Mt. Hermon.

Gerald, Allie L.  She was age 79 and a resident of Bogalusa.  She died October 2nd at Riverside Medical Center.  Survivors are a sister and 3 brothers.  Interment was in the Gerald cemetery at Pine.

10-15-1980

Thomas, Neva Wood Foil.  She was an 86 year old resident of Route 5, Franklinton and died October 11th at Riverside Medical Center.  Survivors are her husband, Houston T. Thomas, a step son and a sister.  Interment was in the Morris cemetery.

Smith, Ruby.  She was age 75, a native of Mt. Hermon and resident of Kentwood.  Interment was in the Mt. Hermon Baptist Church cemetery.  Survivors are 4 sons, 2 daughters, 3 sisters, 18 grandchildren and 9 great grandchildren.

Sylvest, Myrtle Boren.  She was a 78 year old resident of Franklinton and October 13th in Riverside Medical Center.  She was the wife of the late Hezie R. Sylvest.  Survivors are 2 daughters, a sister, 4 grandchildren and 6 great grandchildren.  Interment was in the Fisher cemetery.

Hunt, Marie H.  She was a 66 year old resident of Mt. Hermon and died October 6th at Riverside Medical Center.  Survivors are her husband, Ned Hunt and a sister.  Interment was in the Pleasant Hill cemetery.

10-22-1980

King, Benny C.  He was a 57 year old resident of Clifton and found dead at his home on October 15th.  Survivors are 1 daughter and 1 brother.  Interment was in the Hays Creek Southern Baptist Church cemetery.

Woodward, Anthony A.  He was a 30 year old resident of Ramsay and former resident of Washington Parish.  He died October 13th of an apparent suicide at his residence.  Survivors are his wife, Dorothy J. Woodward, 2 sons, a daughter his parents, Elder and Mrs. Ralph Woodward, his grandfather, Huey Woodward and 2 sisters.  Interment was in the Stoney Point cemetery.

Sylvest, Murphy John.  He was an 88 year old native of Washington Parish and of Hattiesburg, MS.  He died October 18th in Hattiesburg.  Survivors are his second wife, Clara Belle Jordan Sylvest, a daughter, 2 grandchildren 3 brothers a sister.  He was preceded in death by first wife, Jeni Burris Sylvest and was the son of the late Edward “Alex” Sylvest and Leah Wallace Sylvest and was the brother of the late Odeal Bahm, Mozella Bickham, Idell Corkern, Junia Vineyard, Grace Sylvest, Steve Sylvest and Walter Sylvest.  Interment was in the Ellis cemetery.

Sumrall, Zander.  He was a 70 year old resident of Franklinton and died October 17th at Riverside Medical Center.  Interment was in the Ellis cemetery.  Survivors are his wife, Liddie S. Sumrall, 9 sons, 2 daughters, 2 sisters, 39 grandchildren and 15 great grandchildren.

Brumfield, Philip T.  He was the son of former Franklinton resident, Jo Nell King Brumfield, now of Burleson, TX, was killed on October 8th in an industrial accident in Roosevelt, Utah.  Preceded in death by his father, William T. Brumfield and is survived by his wife, Cindy Brumfield, 2 brothers, a sister and his grandmother, Mrs. Clyde King.  Interment was in Tye Memorial cemetery.

10-29-1980

Magee, Angie Warner.  She was age 79 and the wife of the late Lucious E. Magee.  She died October 3rd in Baton Rouge General Hospital.  Interment was in the Crystal Springs cemetery.  She was a native of Washington Parish and was born February 10, 1910 to Thomas C. and Theola Magee Warner.  Survivors are a son, 3 grandchildren, 3 great grandchildren and a sister.

Lewis, Ivy.  She was an 80 year old native and resident of the Bolivar community and died October 26th in the E. S. Pike Memorial Hospital in Kentwood.  Survivors are his wife, Lexie C. Lewis, 2 daughters, a sister, 8 grandchildren and 6 great grandchildren.  Interment was in the Bolivar cemetery.

Passman, Helen Gayer.  She was a 65 year old resident of Franklinton and died October 22nd in Bogalusa Community Medical Center.  Survivors are her husband, Arlie O. Passman, a son, mother, Mrs. C. J. (Ida) Gayer, 2 sisters and 2 grandsons.  Interment was in the Sunlight cemetery.

11-5-1980

Stewart, Grady.  He was a 55 year old native and former resident of Albany and died October 27th at Taos, New Mexico.  Interment was in the Albany cemetery.  Survivors are his wife, Edith Lavigne Stewart, his mother, Genieve Stewart, a daughter, a son and 2 grandchildren.  He was the son of the late Burlin Green Stewart.

11-12-1980

Magee, James Hollis.  He was a 31 year old resident of Mt. Pisgah community and formerly of the Lawrence Creek community.  He died November 10th at Riverside Medical Center.  Survivors are his wife, Nita Barber Magee, his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Latimore Magee and 3 brothers.  Interment was in the Magee cemetery at Lawrence Creek.

Passman, Clifton O.  He was a 69 year old resident of Bogalusa and died November 9th at Washington-St. Tammany Charity Hospital.  He was the son of the late Joseph H. and Bertha Passman and is survived by a brother and 3 sisters.  Interment was in the New Hope Baptist Church cemetery.

Anthony, Beulah.  She was 76 and of Franklinton.  She passed away Monday at Riverside Medical Center.

Simmons, Levy Jackson.  He was an 87 year old native of Franklinton and a long time resident of Gloster, MS, he died at his home November 2nd.  Interment was in the Ellis cemetery.  He was preceded in death by his wife, the former Roberta Gayle.  Survivors are 2 daughters, a brother and a number of grandchildren.

Welch, Bessie Davis.  She was 65 of Franklinton and a native of Roseland, LA.  She died November 6th at Riverside Medical Center.  Survivors are her husband, Wilfred M. Welch, a son, 2 daughters, 2 sisters and 6 grandchildren.  Interment was in the Morris cemetery.

Johnson, Tommy.  He was age 40 and died last Tuesday in a house fire.

11-19-1980

Gill, William L.  He was a 63 year old resident of Mt. Hermon and died November 12th at Riverside Medical Center.  Survivors are 5 sons, 5 daughters, 2 brothers, a sister, his mother, Louise Watson Gill and a number of grandchildren.  Interment was in the Mt. Hermon cemetery.

Burkhalter James Otis.  He was a 76 year old resident of Franklinton and died November 14th at Riverside Medical Center.  Survivors are a daughter, 3 sisters, 6 grandchildren and 2 great grandchildren.  Interment was in the Ellis cemetery.

Davis, Mackie Givens.  She was 57 and died November 15th in Roseland.  She was a resident of Roseland and is survived by a son, 6 daughters, 5 sisters, 2 brothers, her mother, Piccola Givens, 14 grandchildren and 1 great grandchild.

Blackwell, Paul Buford.  He was a 57 year old resident of Thomas and died November 11th at his home.  Survivors are his mother, Leoda T. Blackwell, a daughter, a brother and 2 sisters.  Interment was in the Thomas cemetery.

11-26-1980

Breland, Arnold E. “Sonny”.  He as 57 year old resident of Bogalusa and died November 18th in Bogalusa Community Medical Center.  Interment was in the Breland cemetery at Pine.  He was a veteran of World War II.  Survivors are his wife, Kathryn Ladner Breland, a daughter, 5 sons, his mother, Montoria Breland and 2 sisters.

Edwards, Jimmie R.  She was a 79 year old resident of Mt. Hermon and died November 17th in Pike Hospital at Kentwood.  Survivors are her husband, John Edwards, a son, 3 daughters and 2 sisters.  Interment was in the Midway Pentecostal Church cemetery.

12-3-1980

Rowell, Doyle.  He was 38 and a former resident of Thomas.  He was killed November 25th in Kenner.  Interment was in the Beard cemetery.  Survivors are his wife, Debbie E. Rowell, 2 sons, a daughter, 4 brothers and a sister.  He was the son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Noah Rowell.

Ladner, Micah Lee.  He was the 7 months old son of Mr. and Mrs. Bruce Ladner of Pine.  He died November 30th at Ochsner Foundation Hospital in New Orleans.  Other survivors are a brother, grandparents Mr. and Mrs. Malcolm James and Mrs. L. D. Ladner, great grandparents Edwina Brumfield and June Ball and great, great grandmother Doretha Thomas.  Interment was in the Hays Creek Baptist Church cemetery.

French, Margaret.  She was an 84 year old resident of Franklinton and died November 29th while visiting in Muldrow, OK.  Survivors are her husband, W. E. French, 2 step daughters, a son and 2 step sons.  Burial was in the Sunset Chapel cemetery in Phoenix, AZ.

Foil, L. B. “Lat”.  He was an 81 year old resident of Bogalusa and died November 29th at Bogalusa Community Medical Center.  Interment was in the Ponemah cemetery.  Survivors are his wife, Sue B. Foil, 2 daughters, a son, two sisters, 4 grandchildren and 2 great grandchildren.

12-10-1980

Hunter, Grover, Jr.  He was 61 years old and died December 5th at his home in Baton Rouge.  Interment was in Hillview Memorial Gardens in Bogalusa.  Survivors are his wife, Nelda Loving Hunter, a daughter, 2 sons, 2 sisters, a brother and 4 grandchildren.

12-17-1980

Grisham, Charles.  He was a 79 year old resident of Franklinton and died December 15th at Riverside Medical Center.  He and his wife, Maude Sweeney Grisham was formerly of Columbia, SC and resided in Franklinton.  Interment was in the Ellis cemetery.

Givens, Oran M.  He was a 66 year old resident of Franklinton and died December 15th at East Jefferson Hospital in New Orleans.  Survivors are 1 brother and 1 sister.  Interment was in the Fisher cemetery.

Simmons, Earl Broe.  He was a 66 year old native and former resident of Mt. Hermon and a resident of Hammond.  He died December 13th at Our Lady of the Lake Hospital in Baton Rouge.  Survivors are his mother, Margaret Angie Simmons, 2 sons, a daughter, a brother and 8 grandchildren.  He was the son of the late William Ellis Simmons.  Interment was in the Bogue Chitto cemetery.

Crowe, Madrid D.  She died December 11th in Rest Haven Nursing Home in Bogalusa.  She was a resident of Franklinton and is survived by a son, a daughter, 2 brothers, 2 sisters and 4 grandchildren.  Interment was in the Sunlight cemetery.

12-24-1980

Grisham, Charles.  He was a 79 year old resident of Franklinton and died December 15th at Riverside Medical Center.  He and his wife, Maude Sweeney Grisham was formerly of Columbia, SC and resided in Franklinton.  Interment was in the Ellis cemetery.  He was a native of Cookeville, TN.  He was also survived by a sister.

Alford, Odell.  He was age 73 and died December 16th at Pike Memorial Hospital in Kentwood.  Survivors are his wife, Lillian Nadine McMillan Alford and 4 sisters.  He was the son of the late Nolan B. and Dixie Brock Alford and the brother of the late Buell Alford and Harlon Alford.  Interment was in the Bogue Chitto Baptist Church cemetery.

12-31-1980

Bahm, Donald S.  He was 56 and a resident of Shreveport and native Franklinton resident.  He died December 20th at Schumpert Medical Center.  He was a veteran of World War II.  Burial was in the Forest Park West cemetery.  Survivors are his wife, Sug Bahm, 2 sons, a daughter, 2 brothers, 6 sisters and 7 grandchildren.

Graves, Charlie R.  He was a 62 year old resident of Pine and died December 29th at Riverside Medical Center.  Survivors are his wife, Patricia Ann Husser Graves, a son, a daughter, 3 step sons, a step daughter, 2 brothers, 2 sisters, 11 grandchildren and 1 great grandchild.  Interment was in the Nobles cemetery.

Nations, Michael Carroll.  He was age 25 and was killed December 20th in an automobile accident in Zacatecas, Mexico.  Interment was in the Ponemah cemetery.  He was a former resident of Washington Parish and native of Hazlehurst, MS.  Survivors are his parents, Mr. and Mrs. James W. Nations, 2 brothers, 2 sisters and grandmother Mrs. Willie Nations.