December 2006 Obituaries from the Monroe News-Star

Obituaries December 2006
Listings from The News-Star in Monroe, Louisiana by SueLynn Sandifer

December 1, 2006 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

ARTHUR A. "YANKIE" ARNOLD, SR. Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road, Monroe Funeral services for Arthur A. "Yankie" Arnold, Sr., 73, will be held at 10 AM, Saturday, December 2, 2006 at Mulhearn Funeral Home, 2308 Sterlington Road, Monroe, LA. Interment will be in Atlanta, TX in the afternoon. Mr. Arnold was born on November 11, 1933 in Fort Worth, TX and passed away Tuesday, November 28, 2006 in Winnsboro after a lengthy illness. He was a graduate of Delhi High School and Louisiana Tech University receiving a B.S. degree and a Masters plus 30. He began his career as an educator teaching electronics at Keesler Air Force Base, later teaching chemistry and physics, coaching baseball and football in Houma, La and then in Ferriday, LA. He continued his career as a Supervisor in the Concordia Parish School System for an additional twenty one years. He was a member of Sevier Memorial United Methodist Church in Ferriday, the Scottish Rite of Freemasonry of New Orleans, the Ferriday Masonic Lodge #390 and the Barak Shrine Temple of Monroe. He was also a member of the Louisiana Retired Teacher's Association, past president of the Concordia Parish Federation of Teachers and Support Employees, former member of the Concordia Parish School Board, past chairman of the Concordia Parish Port Commission, former member of the Louisiana Tech Alumni Association, Scout master, and past president of the Dixie Boys and Dixie Senior Baseball league of Concordia Parish. He was preceded in death by his parents, Andrew Jack and Louise Bowen Arnold and his first wife Jeanette Vining Arnold. He is survived by his wife of 40 years, Mary Ann Magoun Arnold, his children and their spouses Jack and Cindy Arnold of Houston, TX, Art and Kathy Arnold of Houston, TX, David and LaLou Arnold Garner of Monroe, LA and Mike and Nicole Irwin of Jackson, MS; his sister, Patsy Arnold Boudreaux of Ruston, LA; his niece who was like a daughter and her husband Rodney and Precia Smith of Ruston; his grand children, Jessica Arnold, Drew Arnold, Kaitlynn, Tripp and Ashlynn Arnold all of Houston, TX, Ashton and Rebecca Garner of Monroe, LA, Zachary and Hannah Irwin and Olivia and Lee Tanner of Jackson, MS and great-grandchildren Elyse Arnold and Bryce Brown of Houston, TX; and numerous other relatives, nieces, nephews and dear friends. Honorary pallbearers will be Harry Creighton, Warren Enterkin, David O'Briant, Gary Parnham, Theo Rabb and Ricky Raven. Visitation will be Friday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, 2308 Sterlington Road, Monroe from 5:00 — 8:00 p.m. Memorials may be made to the Methodist Children's home in Ruston, the American Heart Association, the American Diabetes Association or the charity of your choice. The family would like to thank Plantation Manor, Hospice TLC, and Dr. Vernon Baldwin for the loving care given during Mr. Arnold's illness. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com

Joe L. Brown Kilpatrick Funeral Home Farmerville, LA Graveside Services for Joe L. Brown, 64 of Farmerville, LA, will be held at Friday, December 1, 2006 at 2:30 p.m. at Wards Chapel Cemetery in Farmerville, LA. Jay McCallum will be officiating, under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home of Farmerville. Mr. Brown was an avid outdoorsman who enjoyed hunting, fishing, photography and marksmanship. He had worked in the roofing industry his entire life and had served at one time as a consultant for the La. State Roofing Association. He was a member of the Brown Recreation Association Hunting Club and a member of The Church of Christ. He had been a member of the Ruston Lions Club. Mr. Brown is preceded in death by his son Joe A. Brown. He is survived by his wife Linda Anderson Brown of Farmerville, LA; daughters Terry Baker and husband Tommy Baker of Farmerville, LA; Aleia Harbour and husband Jim of Farmerville, LA; sister, Anita C. Brown of Farmerville LA; brother, David O. Brown and wife Sue of Farmerville, LA; 5 step children, Krista Duty and husband Mark of Sterlington, LA; Chris Satterwhite and wife Nicole of Rocky Branch, LA; Samantha Satterwhite of Farmerville, LA; George Satterwhite and Tommy Satterwhite, both of Farmerville, LA; grandchildren, Cody, Ashley, Danna Jo, Austin, Zane, Shelby, Christopher, Cory, Alissa, Matt, Lane, Tommy, Angela, Jason, Ben and Stephanie. 1 great-grandchild Tailen. Pallbearers will be: Cody Newcomb, Chris Satterwhite, Zane Duty, Bob Armer, Michael Payne, Robin Pace,Jeff White and Andy Neely. Honorary Pallbearers: Lane Terral, Billy Floyd Pearson, Wayne Dring and David Burns. Visitation will be held prior to services Friday, December 1, 2006 from 12 noon until 2:00PM at the funeral home. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com.

TOMMY J. DOLLAR Kilpatrick Funeral Home Farmerville, LA Tommy passed away on November 29, 2006 following a long illness contracted after a blood transfusion in 1976. He was preceded in death by one daughter, Mary Gale Dollar, his father, William J. Dollar, and his mother Doris J. Dollar. He is survived by: one daughter, Sarah Dollar and one granddaugher, Ainsley - both of Montana; two sisters: Dianne Lightsey of West Monroe and Janice Trichel of Farmerville; three brothers, William G. Dollar of Conway, Herbert D. Dollar of Farmerville and Johnny E. Dollar of Marion; and several nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles and cousins. He is also survived by his fiance', Barbara Wall who filled his last months with love, peace and contentment. His twin niece and nephew, Cayden and Carmen will miss their "Uncle Paw Paw". Tommy was a talented craftsman, musician and vocalist. He was loved and admired by his family and many close friends and neighbors. He will be deeply missed. Military service: United Sates Navy - late 1960's. Visitation will commence at 5:00PM Friday at Liberty Baptist church near Linville, Louisiana. Funeral services will also be at Liberty Baptist Church at 2:00PM on Saturday with interment following in the church cemetery, under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home in Farmerville. Pallbearers will be Brian Perkins, Justin Perkins, Michael E. Dollar, Michael D. Dollar, Tyrone McPherson, Ronnie Stripling, Clifton Snell and Benny Ford. Memorials should be made to appropriate foundations to further research relating to liver disorders. Online messages may be sent to the family @ www.Kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com.

MARY NEWMAN FROST Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Graveside services for Mary Newman Frost, 59 of Clay City, Indiana formerly of West Monroe, LA will be held at 10:00 AM, Saturday, December 2, 2006 at Pleasant Valley Cemetery, Downsville, LA with Rev. Jim Shook officiating under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Mrs. Frost was born October 10, 1947 and passed away November 25, 2006. Mrs. Frost is survived by her husband David Frost, Clay City, Indiana; son: Douglas Whitlock and wife Murial of West Monroe, LA, brother, Robert Newman and wife Cindy of Ft. Dodge, Iowa.

KATHY BARNES HARRIS Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road, Monroe Services for Mrs. Kathy Barnes Harris, 50, of Monroe, will be at 10 AM, Saturday, December 2, 2006, at St. Paschal's Catholic Church, with Rev. Mike Haney officiating. Interment will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Mausoleum Columbarium at a later date. Services are under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Mrs. Harris, a 20 year employee of CenturyTel, was born April 7, 1956, in Monroe, LA, and died November 29, 2006, in Monroe, LA. She was a member of St. Paschal's Catholic Church, Ladies Altar Society and was Secretary of the Parish Council. She was an overall volunteer for various organizations. She is survived by her husband, Chip Harris; son and daughter-in-law, Chris and Anna Brooke Harris; daughter, Nicole Harris; grandchildren, Taylor Grace and Elizabeth Harris; mother, Elaine Barnes; father and stepmother, Jack and Lavern Barnes; brothers and sisters-in-law, Bill and Cathy Barnes, Dan and Jane Barnes, and Mike and Vickie Barnes; sister-in-law and husband, Liz and David Ponder; and numerous nieces and nephews. Visitation will be from 5:00PM until 8:00PM, Friday, December 1, 2006, at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to St. Paschal's Catholic Church Building Fund or River City Humane Society. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhoe.com

PEARL HESTER HOGG Riser Funeral Home Columbia, LA Funeral services for Pearl Hester Hogg, age 90, will be held at 10:00AM, Friday, December 1, 2006 at the Cross Roads Baptist Church in Grayson, LA. Family will receive friends on Thursday evening beginning at 3:00PM to 6:00PM at Riser Funeral Home on highway 165 in Columbia, LA. Our precious Pearl... Pearl Hester Hogg born April 22, 1916 in Grayson, LA, went to be with the Lord on Tuesday morning, November 28, 2006 while visiting her family in Dallas, TX. Daughter of Humphries and Ella Hester, she is alse preceded in death by her husband and love of her life, Herman H. Hogg. She is survived by her brother, Maurice Hester of Monroe, LA, five children, Jean Dees of Dallas, TX, Betty and Winston Kimzey of Dallas, TX, Howard Hogg of Kelly, LA, Charlotte and Bob McIlwain of Grayson, LA, and Peggy and Allen West of Whitewright, TX; 13 grandchildren and 29 great-grandchildren. She was a life-long member of the Cross Roads Baptist Church. She loved birds, gardening, sewing, cooking, and flowers, but her greatest love by far was her family. Truly a beautiful, compassionate, wise, and intelligent woman; she embodied the example of a "Virtuous Woman" as described in Psalms 31. Pearl made each and every person that she touched feel as if they were the most special person on earth and she loved each of us unconditionally. Pearl had tiny feet, but she leaves big footprints for all of us to follow. Pallbearers will be her grandsons and great-grandsons

James Dale Burns, 62
DELHI — James Dale Burns, a laborer, died Saturday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at Mount Zion Baptist Church, Delhi. Visitation is 1-7 p.m. today at McFarland's Funeral Home, Delhi. Burial will be in the church cemetery.

Mary Cephus, 83
WATERPROOF — Mary Cephus, a homemaker, died Thursday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Richardson & Sims Funeral Home, Winnsboro.

Ozella Cooper, 82
Ozella Cooper of Monroe, a homemaker, died Wednesday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Calvary Missionary Baptist Church, West Monroe. Visitation is 1-6 p.m. today at Smith Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Pleasant Hill Cemetery, Spearsville.

Mack D. Cox, 75
DOWNSVILLE — Mack D. Cox, retired from Riverwood, died Tuesday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Holmesville Baptist Church. Burial will be in the church cemetery under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Farmerville.

Barbara Cullers, 70
Barbara 'Miss Bobbie' Cullers of Monroe, a homemaker, died Thursday. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Monroe. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. today at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery, Monroe.

Lorange Drayton, 91
RUSTON — Lorange Drayton died Nov. 22. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Mount Harmony Baptist Church, Ruston. Burial will be in the church cemetery under the direction of Our Christian Funeral Home, Ruston.

Fred Greer, 70
JONESBORO — Fred Greer, a logger, died Thursday. Graveside services are 3 p.m. today at Siloam Springs near Jonesboro. Burial will be in Siloam Springs under the direction of Southern Funeral Home, Jonesboro.

Larry Henry, 45
NEW ORLEANS — Larry Henry, a maintenance operator formerly of Winnsboro, died Nov. 21. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at New Zion Baptist Church, Peck. Visitation is noon-7 p.m. today at Richardson Funeral Home, Winnsboro. Burial will be in the church cemetery.

Delores Jean Hill, 63
Delores Jean Hill of Monroe, a cook, died Wednesday. Services are 10:30 a.m. Saturday at Greater Free Gift Baptist Church, Monroe. Visitation is 1-7 p.m. today at Funerals by McFarland, Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens

December 1, 2006 (These obits were sent to me by Leona Paulk Hatten. They were not in the News-Star on December 1. Thank you Leona for your help.)

Mark Dewayne Hill, 34
Mark Dewayne Hill of Monroe, a welder, died Saturday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Peter Rock Baptist Church, Monroe. Visitation is 1-6 p.m. today at Smith Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens.

Eliza B. Hood, 90
Eliza B. Hood of Monroe, a homemaker, died Tuesday. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at Mount Zion Baptist Church, Monroe. Visitation is 1-6 p.m. today at Smith Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens.

Katie F. Jones, 59
HARVEY – Katie F. Jones, an educator, formerly of Monroe, died Sunday. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at Zion Springs Baptist Church, Monroe. Visitation is 1-6 p.m. today at Smith Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens.

Earline Taylor Kelly, 87
SIKES – Earline Taylor Kelly died Thursday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Southern Funeral Home, Winnfield.

Jimmie Lee McDowell, 76
WINNSBORO – Jimmie Lee McDowell, an electrician and plumber, died Tuesday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at Truelight Baptist Church, Winnsboro. Wake services are 6-8 p.m. today at the church. Visitation is noon-5 p.m. today at Richardson Funeral Home. Burial will be in Gethsemane Memorial Gardens, Winnsboro.

Boyce Junior Mize, 61
STAR CITY, Ark – Boyce Junior “B.J.” Mize, a truck driver, died Tuesday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Griffin Funeral Service, Star City. Burial will be in Oak Grove Cemetery, Star City.

Thomas Edward Parker, 80
Thomas Edward “Mule” Parker of West Monroe, a retired machinist with Graphic Packaging, died Tuesday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Emmanuel Baptist Church, West Monroe. Visitation is 10 a.m.- noon today at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe, and 1 p.m. today until time of service at the church. Burial will be in St. Paschal Catholic Church Cemetery, West Monroe.

Betty Ruth Patton, 72
RUSTON – Betty Ruth Patton, a homemaker, died Wednesday. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Ruston. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. today. Burial will be in Greenwood Cemetery, Ruston.

Willie Pritchard, 66
PIONEER – Willie Prichard, a farmer, died Wednesday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at Mount Zion Baptist Church, Pioneer. Visitation is 4-6 p.m. today at Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville. Burial will be in Jones Cemetery, Pioneer.

Bobby Walsworth, 53
QUITMAN – Bobby Walsworth, a retired U. S. Postal Service employee, died Wednesday. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at Hodge Baptist Church, Hodge. Visitation is 4-9 p.m. today at Edmonds Funeral Home, Jonesboro. Burial will be in Quitman Cemetery.

Henry Walton, 72
NEW ORLEANS – Henry Walton, a farmer formerly of Wisner, died Tuesday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Richardson & Sims Funeral Home, Winnsboro. Burial will be in Oakley Cemetery, Gilbert.

Donnal “Red” Wampler,72
NEWELLTON – Donnal “Red” Wampler, a retired oilfield driller formerly of Odessa, Texas, died Thursday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Gill First National Funeral Home, Winnsboro.

Lillie Mae York, 94
DELHI – Lillie Mae York, a homemaker. Died Thursday. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at Newton Baptist Church, Delhi. Visitation is 5-9 p.m. today at the church. Burial will be in the church cemetery under the direction of Cox Funeral Home, Delhi.

Dianne Young, 55
Dianne Aloysia Doberty Young of Monroe, a homemaker, died Monday. Services are 2 p.m. today at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, Monroe. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery, Monroe under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Monroe

December 2, 2006 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

REV. THOMAS EDWARD FIELDS JR. Ivie Funeral Home, Inc. Murphy, NC Rev. Thomas Edward Fields Jr., 47, of Murphy, NC died Wednesday (November 29, 2006) in Wake Forest University Baptist Medical Center. A native of Kingsport, TN, he had moved to Murphy in 1984. He was the son of the late Thomas Edward Fields Sr. Pastor Tommy was a 1979 graduate of Rhema Bible Training Center in Tulsa, OK. He pastored a church in Monroe, LA before moving to Murphy to found and pastor On Fire Family Church in 1984. He has since become known as a very compassionate father, friend, or pastor to all that knew him. His passion was to reach people for the Kingdom of God. Surviving are his wife of 27 years, Jacquita Smith Fields; two daughters, Rachel Gates and husband, Adam of Murphy and Tinffany Jenkins and husband, Colby of Tulsa, OK; a son, Thomas Fields III and fiancé, Andrea Norton of Murphy; his mother, Vera Shivley Fields of Kingsport, TN; two sisters, Tina Fain of Knoxville, TN and Selena Fields of Kingsport; and a granddaughter, Ashlyn Gates. A celebration of Pastor Tommy's life will be held at 11:00 AM Saturday (Dec. 2) in the On Fire Family Church with Dr. Larry Hutton, Rev. Bruce Black, Rev. Mark Strickland, and Rev. Terry Whitson officiating. Interment in Greenlawn Memorial Gardens. Pallbearers: Rick Harris, John Broccoli, Tom Hurd Jr., Mike Williams, Jackie Sullivan, and Jeremiah Harris. Honorary pallbearers: Rick Coffey and Tony Jenkins. The family will receive friends from 6-8 Friday evening at the Ivie Funeral Home, Murphy where the body will be until placed in the church 30 minutes prior to the services. In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorials be made in memory of Rev. Thomas Edward Fields Jr. to the On Fire Family Church Building Program, PO Box 615, Murphy, NC 28906. Ivie Funeral Home, Murphy in charge of all arrangements. An online guest register is available at "Obituaries" at www.iviefuneralhome.com

MILDRED POSEY HOUSE Mulhearn Funeral Home Winnsboro, Louisiana Funeral Services for Mildred Posey House, age 81 of Winnsboro will be at 2:00PM Sunday, Dec. 3, 2006 at the First United Methodist Church in Winnsboro, with Rev. Hank Hamilton and Rev. Fran Guy officiating. Burial will be in the Oak Grove Cemetery under the directions of Mulhearn Funeral Home. Mrs. House was a member of the First United Methodist of Winnsboro. She was a devoted wife and mother and a friend to all. She was preceded in death by her parents, Obie and Amer Posey, sisters, Barbara Posey Butcher, Joy Parker Krestensen and brother, Woody Posey. She is survived by her husband of 61 years, William Wade House of Winnsboro, four children and their spouses; Barbara Ruth and Ron Hendricks of Santo, Texas, Billy Wade and Becky House of Bossier City, La., Johnny and Lori House of Sterlington, La., Craig and Janice House of Bossier City, La. Grandchildren; Kimberly Lott, Melissa Taylor, Josh Hendricks, Jana Thomas, Jamie House, Jackie House, Jordan House, Haily Havis, and Will House, and nine Great Grandchildren. Pallbearers will be Wink Allison, Alton McKeithen, Larry Bruce, Leo Thornhill, Kyle Russell and Brad Guice. Visitation will be from 5:00PM till 8:00PM Saturday at the funeral home. Online Regitry/Condolences:www.mulhearn funeralhome

TABOR ALLEN MARTIN Cox Funeral Home Oak Grove, LA Funeral services for Tabor Allen Martin, age 10, of Oak Grove, Louisiana will be held at 1PM on Saturday, December 2, 2006 at the Martinville Baptist Church in Hamburg, Arkansas. Reverends Mike Howard and Edward Gulledge will officiate. Burial will follow in the Oak Grove Cemetery in Oak Grove, Louisiana. Services are under the direction of Cox Funeral Home of Oak Grove. Tabor died as a result of injuries in an automobile accident on Interstate 25 near Wellington, Colorado. Tabor was a student at Kilbourne High School in the 4th grade. He loved to use his computer and designed his own website. He loved to read. He liked to play with his dog Scampi. He is preceded in death by his grandfathers, Woodie Martin and Bud Sammons. He is survived by his parents, Randy Allen Martin of Hamburg, Arkansas and Theresa and Don Cupit of Oak Grove, Louisiana; grandmother, Dorothy Martin of Hamburg; grandparents, Kenneth and Ila Hagan of Oak Grove; brother and sister-in-law, Ricky and Jessie Densmore of Oak Grove; sister and brother-in-law, Cara and David Ladd of Hamburg. Pallbearers are: Nick Martin, Neil Martin, John Martin, Brad Martin, Paul Gulledge and Blake Martin. Family will receive friends Saturday from 9:00AM until time of service at the church. To leave condolences to the family www.coxfuneral.com

FREDERICK FAUNTLEROY PREAUS Lake Lawn Metairie Funeral Home New Orleans, LA Frederick Fauntleroy Preaus died on Saturday, November 25, 2006 at his residence in San Diego, CA. Survived by his brother and sister-in-law, Eugene R. and Ann K. Preaus, his nephew, David C. Preaus, his nieces, Darnell Preaus Heywood and Virginia Preaus Barba, their spouses, Susan, Will, and Lee, as well as his great nephews, Liam and Charlie Heywood, Theodore and Noah Preaus, and his great niece, Adele Barba. Mr. Preaus, a native of Louisiana and formerly a resident of New Orleans, was preceded in death by his parents, Frederick T. and Mona G. Preaus. A memorial service will be scheduled at a later date.

UANITA RIDINGS Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road, Monroe Juanita Ridings, beloved mother, grandmother, sister, aunt and friend left her earthly bonds on Nov 29, 2006. Born on March 29, 1931, we were blessed with her beautiful personality for 75 years. Her life is celebrated by her sons, Jerry Ridings and John Ridings; her daughter in law, Joni Ridings; her grandchildren, Quintin Ridings and Alec Ridings; her sisters, Joy Potter, Barbara Bernard, Carolyn Moore; special niece Selina Gerald; special nephew Jack W. Stephenson and numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and life long friends. Juanita was preceded in death by her mother, Buelah Watts, father, Raymond Smith, brother, H.B. Bowlin and sister, Wilma Savage. Juanita was an Eastern Star Grand Matron and served with the Dixie Chapter #179 for the past 25 years. She worked for Bell South for 38 years and was very active with the Telephone Pioneers service organization. She was also an honorary member of the Pilot Club. She was also an active member in the Lea Joyner Methodist church. Through these dedicated service organization efforts, Juanita touched many lives in a positive manner. While now gone from this earth, she will not be forgotten. Her funeral services will be held at the Sterlington Road Mulhearn Funeral home. The service will be on Sunday, December 3 at 1:30PM. Visitation will be on Saturday, December 2 from 3:00PM to 6:00PM. Her services will be led by Rev Welden Bares and Rev George Bonner. Afterwards, Juanita will be carried to her final resting place in Oak Grove cemetery with the graveside service at 3:30PM. Assisting on her final journey will be nephews Michael Collins, Wade Collins and Scott Rives. Also assisting will be family friends; George McDannel, James Ray Walter and L.V. Frith. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in her memory to the American Cancer Society. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome. com

Arthur Arnold Sr., 73
Arthur Arnold Sr. of Monroe, a retired teacher and supervisor, died Tuesday. Services are 10 a.m. today at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Burial will be in Smyrna Cemetery, Atlanta, Texas.

Robert Choat, 84
ST. JOSEPH — Robert Choat died Friday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Young's Funeral Home, Ferriday.

Burwin 'B.E.' Curry, 82
GILBERT — Burwin "B.E." Curry, a retired farmer, died Friday. Services are 2 p.m. Sunday at Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home, Winnsboro. Visitation is 5-9 p.m. today at the funeral home. Burial will be in Providence Memorial Cemetery, Winnsboro.

Catherine Mae Daniels, 82
NEW ORLEANS — Catherine Mae Daniels, a waitress, died Monday. Services are 2 p.m. Dec. 9 at Cox Funeral Home, Oak Grove. Burial will be in Oak Grove Cemetery.

Tommy J. Dollar, 57
MARION — Tommy J. Dollar died Wednesday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Liberty Baptist Church. Burial will in Liberty Cemetery under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Farmerville.

Mary Amelia Duncan, 61
MONTEREY — Mary Amelia Duncan, a nurse for Riverland Medical Center and owner-operator of Duncan's Flower Shop, died Thursday. Services are 11 a.m. today at Monterey First Baptist Church. Visitation is 9 a.m. until time of service today at the church. Burial will be in White Cemetery under the direction of Young's Funeral Home, Ferriday.

Charles Goodwin, 46
CENTERVILLE — Charles "Wayne" Goodwin died Wednesday. Services are 1 p.m. today at Young's Funeral Home, Jonesville. Burial will be in Boothe Cemetery, Jonesville.

Jimmie E. Hackney, 81
Jimmie E. "Slick" Hackney of Monroe, a retired oiler, died Friday. Services are 10 a.m. Monday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Bosco Cemetery south of Monroe.

Kathy Barnes Harris, 50
Kathy Barnes Harris of Monroe, CenturyTel human resources coordinator, died Wednesday. Services are 10 a.m. today at St. Paschal Catholic Church, West Monroe. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Mausoleum Columbarium under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe.

Dennis M. Hattaway, 86
Dennis M. Hattaway of West Monroe, a retired pipeline welder, died Friday. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. today at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Other arrangements are incomplete.

Tabor Allen Martin, 10
OAK GROVE — Tabor Allen Martin, a student, died Tuesday. Services are 1 p.m. today at Martinville Baptist Church, Hamburg, Ark. Burial will be in Oak Grove Cemetery under the direction of Cox Funeral Home, Oak Grove.

Demond Murray, 33
Demond 'Big Dee' Murray of Monroe, an electrician, died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Hester Central State Funeral Home, Monroe.

Michael Cannon Namie, 54
DALLAS — Michael Cannon 'Patrick' Namie, a salesman, died Nov. 15. Services are 11 a.m. Monday at Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Church under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe.

Callie C. Payne, 88
FARMERVILLE — Callie C. Payne, a homemaker, died Sunday. Services are 11 a.m. today at Pleasant Grove Baptist Church, Downsville. Burial will be in the church cemetery under the direction of Miller Funeral Home, Monroe.

Ray Morris Scott, 76
Ray Morris Scott of Monroe, a retired equipment salesman, died Friday. Services are 10 a.m. Monday at Jesus the Good Shepherd Catholic Church. Visitation is 5-7 p.m. Sunday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Rosary services will be at 7 p.m. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery.

Beatrice Talbert, 85
WINNSBORO — Beatrice Talbert, a homemaker, died Friday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Winnsboro.

James E. 'Jake' Walker, 87
COLLINSTON — James E. 'Jake' Walker, a retired Stauffer Chemical employee, died Friday. Services are 3 p.m. Sunday at Golden Funeral Home, Bastrop. Visitation is 6-8 p.m. Saturday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Carter Cemetery, Collinston.

Donnal 'Red' Wampler, 72
NEWELLTON — Donnal 'Red' Wampler, an oilfield driller formerly of Odessa, Texas, died Thursday. A memorial gathering will be held 2 p.m. Sunday at Le Ranchero Mexican Restaurant, Vicksburg, Miss. Gill First National Funeral Home, Winnsboro, is in charge of arrangements.

Gladys Wesley, 63
Gladys Wesley of West Monroe, a school dietitian, died Thursday. Services are 1 p.m. Tuesday at New Daughters of Zion Baptist Church, West Monroe. Burial will be in Red Hill Cemetery, Mer Rouge under the direction of Hester Central State Funeral Home, Monroe.

Previously acknowledged
Boyter, Roland N.: 11 a.m. today, Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Monroe.
Burns, James Dale: 1 p.m. today, Mount Zion Baptist Church, Delhi.
Cooper, Ozella: 11 a.m. today, Calvary Missionary Baptist Church, West Monroe.
Cullers, Barbara: 2 p.m. today, Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Monroe.
Drayton Lorange: 11 a.m. today, Mount Harmony Baptist Church, Ruston.
Ford, Cody Tidwell: noon today, Bethany Baptist Church Cemetery.
Frost, Mary Newman: 10 a.m. today, Pleasant Valley Cemetery, Downsville.
Henry, Larry: 1 p.m. today, New Zion Baptist Church, Peck.
Hill, Delores Jean: 10:30 a.m. today, Greater Free Gift Baptist Church, Monroe.
Hill, Mark Dewayne: 11 a.m. today, Peter Rock Baptist Church, Monroe.
Hood, Eliza B.: 2 p.m. today, Mount Zion Baptist Church, Monroe.
Jones, Katie F.: 2 p.m. today, Zion Springs Baptist Church, Monroe.
Lyons, Don Earl: 3 p.m. today, Brannum Funeral Home, Lake Providence.
Mayo, Lois Jackson: 11 a.m. today, Mount Mariah Baptist Church, Chatham.
McCarthy, Collen 'Collink' Dee: 10:30 a.m. today, G.A.R. Cemetery, Miami, Okla.
McDowell, Jimmie Lee: 1 p.m. today, Truelight Baptist Church, Winnsboro.
McKinney, Beatrice: 2 p.m. today, Second Baptist Church, Cypress St., Bastrop.
McNeal, Fletcher: 11 a.m. today, Mount Zion No. 2 Baptist Church, Dubach.
Melton, Lucille: 2 p.m. today, Macedonia Baptist Church, Choudrant.
Menyweather, Authur: 1 p.m. today, Bright Oak Baptist Church, Monroe.
Parker, Roland N.: 11 a.m. today, Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Monroe.
Patton, Betty Ruth: 2 p.m. today, Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Ruston.
Pritchard, Willie: 1 p.m. today, Mount Zion Baptist Church, Pioneer.
Shirley, Eleanor P.: 2 p.m. Sunday, First United Methodist Church, Bastrop.
Walsworth, Bobby: 2 p.m. today, Hodge Baptist Church, Hodge.
Walton, Henry: 11 a.m. today, Richardson & Sims Funeral Home, Winnsboro.
Williams, Robert Earl: 1 p.m. today, Shiloh Baptist Church, Strong, Ark.
York, Lillie Mae: 2 p.m. today, Newton Baptist Church, Delhi

December 3, 2006 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

DONETA "SISSY" SEARCY EVANS Edmonds Funeral Home Jonesboro, LA Funeral services for Doneta "Sissy" Searcy Evans, 39 of Jonesboro, LA a self-employed florist died on December 1, 2006, in Covington, LA. Mrs. Evans was born on July 4, 1967 in Jonesboro, LA. Visitation will be held on December 3, 2006 at Edmonds Funeral Home in Jonesboro from 4:00PM-9:00PM. Funeral services will be at Ebenzer Baptist Church in Jonesboro, on December 4, 2006 at 2:00PM Rev. Hudey Beaubouef will officiate. Interment will be at Ebenezer Cemetery following the service. Survivors are her husband; Terry Evans of Jonesboro, LA., Her Mother; Jackie Searcy of Jonesboro, LA. two daughthers Amanda and Raley Evans of Jonesboro, LA., one Sister; Debra Abedi and husband Walid of Huntsville, Al., three brothers; Donnie Searcy of Jonesboro, LA., Danny Searcy and wife Lisa of Jonesboro, LA. , and Moe Searcy and wife Teresa of Jonesboro, LA. Mother-In-Law; Christne Cauglin of Hodge, LA. Sissy was also survived by a host of nieces and nephews. Sissy was preceded in death by her Father; Ernest Donald "Searcy". Pallbearers will be: Toby Pardue, Michael Mathews, Brian Negrotto, Wes Harvey Cade Daniels, Nick Martin, Josh Searcy and Josh Staples.

MR. JIMMIE "SLICK" HACKNEY Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mr. Jimmie E. "Slick" Hackney, 81, of Bosco, LA will be Monday, December 4, 2006 in the Chapel of Kilpatrick Funeral Home of West Monroe. Officiating will be Rev. Bruce Underwood. Interment will follow at Bosco Cemetery, Bosco, LA under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home of West Monroe. Mr. Hackney was born May 13, 1925 in Columbia, LA and passed away December 1, 2006 in Monroe, LA. Mr. Hackney was a retired oiler with T.L. James. He was preceded in death by his wife Marjorie Hackney and a son, Jimmie "Bosco" Hackney. Mr. Hackney is survived by his daughter, Brenda Hair and husband Willie; daughter-in-law, Joyce Hackney; 3 grandchildren, Ondra Gilley, Jeremy Hair and wife, and Jimmie Hackney; 2 great grandchildren, Kimberly Hair and MacKenzie Hair; sister, Earnestine Block. Pallbearers will be Charles McMillan, Carl Hilburn, Lavelle Duffy, Gary Miles, David Boyd and Leon Spillers. Visitation will be Sunday, December 3, 2006 from 5:00PM until 8:00PM at Kilpatrick Funeral Home of West Monroe. Online condolences may be sent to the family @www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes. com.

MICHAEL CANNON "PATRICK" NAMIE Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road, Monroe, LA A memorial service for Mr. Michael Cannon "Patrick" Namie, 54, of Dallas, TX will be held at 11:00 AM Monday, December 4, 2006, at Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Church with Rev. Sebastian Kallarackal officiating under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Mr. Namie was born March 17, 1952 to Joseph Roy Namie, Sr. and Madeline Cannon Namie. Pat died suddenly on November 15, 2006 in Dallas, TX area where he resided the past 25 years. He graduated from Neville High School in 1971 and from Northeast Louisiana University (AD Law Enforcement) in 1975. He worked in wholesale and retail sales throughout his life, most notably with Del Monte Foods and most recently with Nordstrom Inc, as a senior sales representative where he excelled at superior customer service to a discriminating clientele. He was preceded in death by his parents. Mr. Namie is survived by his brother, LT Joseph R. Namie, Jr., USN, Memphis, TN; and two daughters, Jennifer Namie and Bess Namie of Tyler, TX. Pat also left two nephews, one niece, one grand-nephew, and more friends than can be counted because every place he lived his love for others bound many to him. Pat was active in the outreach ministry of his church and the Family requests memorials be sent in lieu of flowers to the Outreach Ministry of: The Episcopal Church of the Good Shepherd, 11122 Midway Road, Dallas, TX 75229.

MADILYN NICOLE RITCHIE Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road, Monroe Services for Madilyn Nicole Ritchie, infant daughter of Joshua and Tiffany Ritchie, will be at 2 PM, Monday, December 4, 2006, at Mulhearn Memorial Park Mausoleum Chapel, with Rev. Dan McClure officiating. Interment will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Madilyn is survived by her parents, Josh and Tiffany Eubanks Ritchie; sister, Madison Ritchie; grandparents, Tina and Troy Smith, Tommy and Renita Eubanks, Kenny Ritchie, and Sandra and Darrell Croy; great-grandparents, Helen Ritchie, June Bouwell, and Tommy and Jean Eubanks; and many uncles, aunts, cousins and close friends. Pallbearers will be grandfathers, Kenny Ritchie and Tommy Eubanks. Visitation will be from 11:00AM until 1:00 PM, Monday, December 4, 2006, at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome. com

RAY M. SCOTT Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road, Monroe Ray M. Scott of Monroe, LA passed away on 1 Dec 2006 after a brave and arduous fight with cancer. However, his spirit and love lives on within his family and friends. Ray was a man of Honor, Courage and Integrity that lived his life with passion and enthusiasm. He was a loving husband of 58 years to Jimmie, a wonderful father, a magnificent grandfather and great-grandfather, and a devoted friend. Ray could be best described as a quintessential southern gentleman with uncompromising integrity and incredible generosity. His everlasting legacy is apparent by his wide circle of friends. His love of life and love for his family and friends were as big as all of outdoors. His passions of life were many, including hunting, fishing, cycling, hiking, canoeing, or building that next project. He touched and enriched numerous lives along the way as a leader, mentor, teacher, and friend. Autumn was Ray's favorite time of the year. He was truly a champion of the outdoors while as was rocky mountain climbing, heading off on hunting trip or to his special fishing spot. His skills and expertise to fix or repair anything were sought out by many and he was always willing to do so. Ray was born on 16 Feb 1930 to Van & Allie Scott in Monroe, Arkansas. Ray's two brothers Leroy Scott and Merlin Scott greeted him upon his arrival in heaven. Ray was with his loving spouse Jimmie of 58 years. Ray's legacy continues through his sons: Andy and his wife Bernadene Scott of Katy, TX, and Tracy and his wife Eva Scott of Mt Laurel, NJ. Ray's wonderful grandchildren are Mia Scott of Mt Laurel, NJ; Katherine Scott of College Station, TX; and Heather and husband Matt Miller and their son Mason of College Station, TX. Ray's family extended to Kirk and Daphne Taylor who he loved as another son and daughter; and their children, Dustin and his wife Erin Taylor and Daniel and his wife Laura Taylor of Ruston, LA. Ray and Jimmie have been blessed with the love and affection of Freddy and Dale Moses of Monroe, LA, who they loved and treasured as brother and sister and their sons Tyler, David and his wife Amy Moses. The family would like to extend a special thanks to Ray's many friends that supported him during his illness; and to the wonderful doctors and staff at the Monroe Cancer Institute and MD Anderson Medical Center in Houston. A Celebration of Ray's life and love will be held at Mulheran's Funeral Home, Hwy 165, in Monroe, visitation from 5:00 to 7:00PM followed by a rosary on Sunday evening at 7:00PM and again at Jesus The Good Shepherd Catholic Church at 10 AM on Monday, 4 Dec 2006. Father Mark Watson & Monsignor Moore will be presiding. Ray's final resting place will be over looking a cypress tree lined lake at Mulheran's Memorial Park Cemetery. Ray had a Good Life & a Great Ride. He'll be missed but never forgotten. His spirit lives on in his family and friends. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to American Cancer Society, Jesus the Good Shepherd Catholic Church, or Hunters' Education of Lincoln Parish. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome com

Carol Lynn Bailey, 61
VIXEN — Carol Lynn Bailey, a homemaker, died Saturday. Arrangements are pending under the direction of Riser Funeral Home, Columbia.

Richard M. Brown Sr., 76
OAK GROVE — Richard Milton Brown Sr., a pipeline inspector, died Friday. Services are 10 a.m. Tuesday at Trinity Baptist Church, Oak Grove. Visitation is 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. today and Monday and the church. Burial will be in Beulah Cemetery, Oak Grove, under the direction of Cox Funeral Home, Oak Grove.

Louis Choat, 84
ST. JOSEPH — Louis Choat, a farmer, salesman and a former police juror in both Tensas and West Carroll, died Friday. Services are 2 p.m. Monday at St. Joseph Baptist Church. Burial will be in Legion Memorial Cemetery, Newellton, under the direction of Young's Funeral Home, Ferriday.

Doneta "Sissy" Evans, 39
JONESBORO — Doneta "Sissy" Searcy Evans, a self-employed florist, died Friday. Services are 2 p.m. Monday at Ebenezer Baptist Church. Visitation is 4 to 9 p.m. today at Edmonds Funeral Home, Jonesboro. Burial will be in the church cemetery.

Dennis M. Hattaway, 86
Dennis Marvin Hattaway of West Monroe, a retired pipeline welder, died Friday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Visitation is 1 p.m. until service time. Burial will be in Hasley Cemetery, West Monroe.

Mildred House, 81
WINNSBORO — Mildred House, a homemaker, died Friday. Services are 2 p.m. today at First United Methodist Church, Winnsboro. Burial will be in Oak Grove Cemetery, Winnsboro, under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Winnsboro.

Juanita Ridings, 75
Juanita Ridings, a retired telephone operator, died Friday. Services are 1:30 p.m. today at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Burial will be in Oak Grove Cemetery, Oak Grove.

Beatrice Marie Talbert, 85
WINNSBORO — Beatrice Marie Talbert, a homemaker, died Friday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Winnsboro. Burial will be in Hebert Cemetery.

Curry, Burwin 'B.E.': 2 p.m. today, Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home, Winnsboro.
Daniels, Catherine Mae: 2 p.m. Dec. 9, Cox Funeral Home, Oak Grove.
Hackney, Jimmie E.: 10 a.m. Monday, Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.
Namie, Michael Cannon: 11 a.m. Monday, Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Church, Monroe.
Scott, Ray Morris: 10 a.m. Monday, Jesus the Good Shepherd Catholic Church, Monroe.
Shirley, Eleanor P.: 2 p.m. today, First United Methodist Church, Bastrop.
Walker, James E. 'Jake': 2 p.m. today, Golden Funeral Home, Bastrop.
Wampler, Donnal 'Red': 2 p.m. today, Le Ranchero Mexian Restaurant, Vicksburg.
Wesley, Gladys: 1 p.m. Tuesday, New Daughters of Zion Baptist Church, West Monroe

December 4, 2006 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

MRS. MELLIE ELAINE SEAY DARBY Riser Funeral Home Columbia, LA. Mrs. Mellie Elaine Seay Darby, age 85, went home to be with the Lord on December 2, 2006 at the Haven Nursing Center in Columbia where she resided. She was born in Riverton, La. on June 2, 1921 to her parents, Samuel H. & Martha Jane Howard Seay. She was a registered nurse and served as such in the United States Army. She was a member of the Columbia Eastside Full Gospel Church. She was preceded in death by her parents , two sisters Gladys Dulaney & Eva Reeves, her brothers Wade Seay, Marion Seay, Aswell Seay, and Tillman Seay. Funeral services will be held on Monday December 4, 2006 from the chapel of Riser Funeral Home, Columbia with Rev. Jerry Ward officiating. Interment will follow in the Columbia Hill Cemetery. She is survived by the love of her life, her husband of 54 years, James E. Darby, Sr. of Columbia,La. one son, James E. Darby, Jr. of Columbia, LA. , her three daughters, Jan Powell & husband Dale of Columbia, Marilyn Foster & husband Jim of Augusta, Ga , & Evelyn Eden & husband Clay of Kingwood, Texas . She leaves eight grand children, Darren Williams, Danielle Hutto, Teresa Akers, Jason Foster, Blake Darby, Pete McClanahan, Dustin Hornsby, & Vanessa Hornsby. She also leaves nine great grand children and a host of nieces & nephews. Pallbearers will be Darren Williams, Blake Darby, Coal Hillestad, Kevin Hutto, Barclay Seay, and Mark Coie. The family will receive guests on Monday Dec. 4 at the Riser Funeral Home in Columbia from 10:00AM until time of service. Expressions of sympathy may be sent to the Darby Family at riserfuneral@aol.com

QUINCY W. FOSTER Rose-Neath Funeral Home Shreveport, LA Graveside services for Mr. Quincy W. Foster will be held at 11:00 a.m., Saturday, December 2, 2006 in Forest Park West Cemetery. Officiating will be Durrell Tubberville, Chaplain with the Shreveport Fire Department. Mr. Foster was an Ambulance driver and EMT for over 40 years in the Shreveport and St. Joseph, LA areas. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army and a member of the Unity Assembly of God Church, St. Joseph, LA. Preceding Quincy in death is an infant son, Jeffery Foster. Left to cherish his memory is his loving wife of 51 years, Janet Foster; sons, Dan Foster and wife Debbie, Kerry Foster and Jerry Foster and wife Kim; daughter, Diane Grissom and husband Larry; sister, Rita Rogers; brother, Walker Foster and wife Joanne; eight grandchildren and two great-grandchildren.

DOROTHY DELL DAVIS RITCHIE Kilpatrick Funeral Home Graveside service for Dorothy Dell Davis Ritchie will be 2:00PM, Monday, December 4, 2006 in Greenwood Cemetery in Ruston with Rev. Fred Wideman of Trinity United Methodist Church officiating under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home of Ruston, LA. This long time resident of Ruston came from the pioneering lumbering Davis family of Ansley, LA. Dorothy was born October 6, 1908, to the proud parents of Virgil and Antoinette Davis, and she was welcomed home by her three older sisters. Dorothy, known as Dot to family and friends, attended Randolph-Macon Women's College where she graduated Phi Beta Kappa and was a member of Phi Mu Sorority. Upon returning to Ruston, where her family now resided, she married the prominent businessman John C. Ritchie. This young couple became involved in community and civic organizations where they gave unselfishly of their time, leadership, and love of Ruston for many decades. Family was always a guiding force in all of their accomplishments, never forgetting that talents and gifts are to be shared with all that one encounters. As charter member of the Magnolia Garden Club, Lincoln General Hospital Ladies Auxiliary, founding member of the Woman's Department Club, a member of Trinity United Methodist Church, where she was a member of the Ruth Circle for over 50 years, Dorothy Ritchie gave graciously of her time and her talents. Interested in the education as well as the social activities of young college women, Dorothy and her sisters founded the Alpha Lambda Chapter of Phi Mu Sorority at Louisiana Tech University. Dorothy Ritchie was the epitome of the genteel southern lady. She was gracious and welcoming hostess who enjoyed sharing her love of life with all those with whom she met. She was most proud of her husband, Jack, children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren. Dot's smile, wit, compliments, and words of encouragement were precious gifts that live on; she will be greatly missed. Dorothy Ritchie was preceded in death by her husband John C. "Jack" Ritchie, son John Ansley Ritchie, granddaughter Susan Saint Shirley, parents Virgil and Antoinette Davis, sisters Virginia Davis Laskey, Alverne Davis Hunt, and Helen Davis Barksdale. She is survived by her daughter Susan R. Shirley and husband Henry; grandson John C. Shirley and wife Monica; granddaughter Dorothy S. Welsh and husband Sean; great grandchildren, Ashton and Victoria Shirley, all of Ruston. Dorothy Ritchie is also survived by a host of other family and dear friends. The family would especially like to extend special thanks for her faithfulness and loyalty to Oberlean Mayfield, to her sitters Rhodessa Sewall, Zandra Livingston, Essie Howard, Linda Roane, and to Dr. Allen Herbert. Memorials may be made to Louisiana Methodist Children's Home or to Trinity United Methodist Church Building Fund. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com

JAMES E. WYCHE, JR. Johnson Funeral Home Lake Charles, LA James Egbert Wyche, Jr., aged 94, died at Christus St. Patrick's Hospital in Lake Charles, LA on December 2, after a short illness. Funeral services will be conducted by the Rev. Doug DeGraffenreid and the Rev. Louis Blankenbaker at 10:00AM, Monday, December 4, at First United Methodist Church of Lake Charles. Interment will be at 10:00AM, Tuesday, December 5, at Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery in Monroe, Louisiana, with graveside service conducted by the Rev. William Stokes. Jimmy Wyche was born January 23, 1912, in Haughton, Louisiana. He earned a B.S. degree in civil engineering in 1934 from Louisiana Polytechnic Institute, now Louisiana Tech University. His employment career was spent in North Louisiana working for the United States Department of Agriculture Soil Conservation Service, from which he retired in 1968. Subsequently he worked for the Ouachita Parish Public Library. He and his late wife, Mildred Courson Wyche, lived in Monroe for many years before moving to Lake Charles in 1989. For the past five years he has made his home at Kingsley Place Assisted Living. He is survived by his son James E. Wyche, III, and wife Charlyne; two grand daughters—Susan Wyche Sangster and husband Frank of London, England; Karen Wyche Contos and husband Mike of Houston, Texas; and five great-granddaughters—Virginia Sangster, Rosella Romero, Madison Sangster, Alyssandra Romero, and Sydney Contos. Donations may be made to First United Methodist Church of Lake Charles or to the charity of the donor's choice. Condolences to the family may be left at www.johnsonfuneralhome.net

Kenneth Lavelle Allen, 71
RAYVILLE — Kenneth Lavelle Allen, a retired employee of Planters Feed and Seed, died Saturday. Services are 2 p.m. Tuesday at Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Rayville. Burial will be in Antioch Cemetery. Visitation is 5 to 8 p.m. today at the funeral home.

Carol Lynn Bailey, 61
VIXEN — Carol Lynn Bailey, a homemaker, died Saturday. Services will be 2 p.m. Tuesday at Palestine Baptist Church, Vixen. Burial will be in the church cemetery under the direction of Riser Funeral Home, Columbia.

W. Ray Edwards Sr., 71
W. Ray Edwards Sr., a retired assistant power plant operator at Riverview, of West Monroe, died Sunday. Services are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Alfred C. 'Koot' Richardson, 79
CHATHAM — Alfred C. "Koot" Richardson died on Saturday. Services are incomplete at this time under the arrangements of Edmonds Funeral Home in Jonesboro.

Madilyn Nicole Ritchie, infant
Madilyn Nicole Ritchie, infant daughter of Joshua and Tiffany Lynn Eubanks Ritchie of Monroe, died Tuesday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Mulhearn Memorial Park Mausoleum under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Visitation is 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the funeral home.

Donald 'Buddy' Tyson, 74
BASTROP — Donald 'Buddy' Tyson, a retired heavy-equipment mechanic, died Sunday. Services are 2 p.m. Tuesday at Golden Funeral Home, Bastrop. Burial will be in Memorial Park Cemetery, Bastrop. Visitation is 5 to 8 p.m. today at the funeral home.

BASTROP — Ralph Scott White, a paramedic, died Sunday. Services are incomplete under the direction of Cox Funeral Home, Bastrop.

Previously acknowledged
Brown, Richard M. Sr.: 10 a.m. Tuesday, Trinity Baptist Church, Oak Grove.
Choat, Louis: 2 p.m. today, St. Joseph Baptist Church, St. Joseph.
Daniels, Catherine Mae: 2 p.m. Saturday, Cox Funeral Home, Oak Grove.
Evans, Doneta "Sissy" Searcy: 2 p.m. today, Ebenezer Baptist Church, Jonesboro.
Hackney, Jimmie "Slick": 10 a.m. today, Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.
Namie, Michael Cannon: 11 a.m. today, Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Church, Monroe.
Scott, Ray Morris: 10 a.m. today, Jesus the Good Shepherd Catholic Church, Monroe.
Wesley, Gladys: 1 p.m. Tuesday, New Daughters of Zion Baptist Church, West Monroe

December 5, 2006 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

KENNETH LAVELLE ALLEN Brown-Holley Funeral Home Rayville, LA Funeral services for Kenneth Lavelle Allen, 71, of Rayville will be held 2:00PM, Tuesday, December 5, 2006 at Brown-Holley Funeral Chapel, Rayville with Rev. Larry Emory, Rev. Jason Murphy and Rev. Keith Evans officiating. Interment will follow in Antioch Cemetery, Rayville under the direction of Brown-Holley Funeral Home in Rayville. Kenneth Allen was born on October 27, 1935 in Kilbourne and passed away on Saturday, December 2, 2006 in Rayville. Mr. Allen was an U. S. Army veteran and an avid hunter and fisherman who enjoyed the outdoors. His grandchildren were his heart. Mr. Allen retired from Planters Feed & Seed after twenty-six years. He loved to joke and kid with his friends. He will be greatly missed. He was preceded in death by his father, Johnnie Ware Allen and his sister, Johnnie Mae Carter. Survivors include his wife, Clarice Russell Allen of Rayville; children, Judy Emory and husband, Larry of Choudrant; Kim Dupont and husband, Stephen of Rayville; Scott Allen and wife, Lynne of Archibald; Paula Allen of Tecumseh, OK.; eight grandchildren, Allen, Brandon, and Cara Dupont all of Rayville; Chris Turbeville, Candice Watts, and Dustin Allen all of Rayville; Brandi Pawnee and Christina Pontius both of Tecumseh, OK.; one great grandchild, Madison Watts of Conway, AR.; mother, Lola Allen of Mangham; siblings; Jack Allen and wife, Carolyn of Choudrant; Charles Allen and wife, Sandra of Castor, LA; Melba Sebren and husband, Don of Mangham; Gary Allen and wife Linda of Liddleville, LA and a host of nieces, nephews, uncles, aunts, cousins and a community of friends. Pallbearers will be Joe Comeaux, Allen Dupont, Brandon Dupont, Chris Tuberville, Pete Mulhern, Jr. and Todd Morris. Honorary pallbearers will be Dudley Henson and Dustin Allen. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to a charity of you choice. To leave condolences for the family go to www.brownholleyfuneralhomes.com

DIANNE BOLEN Bailey Funeral Home El Dorado, AR Dianne Bolen, 68 of West Monroe, LA, formerly of Junction City, AR died Saturday, December 2 at Glenwood Hospital in West Monroe following a brief illness. Born June 9, 1938 in Minden, LA, she was the daughter of Glenn Victor and Vadys Cleo Harp Fleming. Mrs. Bolen was a retired school teacher, having taught in the Junction City School System for 28 of her 31 year tenure in the Arkansas School System. She was a member of the First Baptist church of Junction City. Preceding her in death were her parents, her husband Albert Bolen, a brother Victor Fleming and a sister Marjorie Darby Moore. Survivors include two sons, Roy Bolen and his wife Catherine Kidd of Dallas, TX and Sam Bolen of West Monroe, LA, and one sister-in-law, Dr. Rosemary Bolen Stage of Monroe, LA. Also surviving are several nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be held at 3:30PM Tuesday, December 5 at First Baptist Church in Junction City with Rev. Bruce Cardin officiating. Interment will follow in Roselawn Cemetery under the direction of Bailey Funeral Home. Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society, 2300 West Main, El Dorado, AR 71730. Please sign the online registry at www.baileyfuneralhome.net.

W. RAY EDWARDS, SR. Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Funeral services for Mr. W. Ray Edwards, Sr., 71, of West Monroe, Louisiana will be at 2:00 P.M. Wednesday, December 6, 2006 in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe, Louisiana. Reverends Eugene Thomas and Eugene Brown will be officiating. Masonic rites will be conducted. Visitation will be from 6:00PM until 9:00PM Tuesday, December 5, at Mulhearn Funeral Home. Interment will be at Roselawn Memorial Gardens, Calhoun, Louisiana under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home. Mr. Edwards was born October 29, 1935 in Monroe, Louisiana and passed away December 3, 2006 at his residence with his family by his side following a lengthy illness. Mr. Edwards was an active member of Bethel Baptist Church of West Monroe where he was a member of the Ray Holton Sunday School Class. He was a member of Cadeville Lodge #229 F&AM; Past High Priest of Monroe Chapter #18 RAM; Past Illustrious Master of Monroe Chapter #8 RSM; and member of Monroe Commandary #7 Knight Templar. He was a lifetime member of the West Monroe Jaycees and Louisiana State Jaycees. He was very involved with community service with the Jaycees Mr. Edwards was retired from Graphic Packaging (formerly Riverwood) where he was employed over thirty-one years. At retirement he was Assistant Power Plant Operator. Ray loved his church and church family. Next to his church and family, he loved West Monroe High School Sports, especially the softball team over the years. He spent many an afternoon watching his granddaughter, Ashley, pitch for the Dixie Youth League, the West Monroe High School, summer ball, and college ball. All the girls called Him "PawPaw" and he loved it so. Even though he was unable to verbalize his support, everyone knew he supported them in their sports and school endeavors. Mr. Edwards is preceded in death by his mother, Myrtle Luton Triplet, stepfather, William T. Triplet, father Cleve Edwards, sister Norma Jean Broussard, and father-in-law, Marvin Conrad, Sr. He was a devoted husband over 50 years to Imogene C. Edwards. He is also survived by his daughter, Patti Edwards and companion Connie Quillen of Austin, Texas; daughter Wendy Chapman and husband Paul Chapman of Colonial Heights, Virginia; and son, Walter Ray "Scooter" Edwards, II and wife Rebekah J. Edwards of Winnsboro, Louisiana; granddaughter Ashley Chapman Sanders and husband Cody Sanders of Dodson, Louisiana; grandson Jacob Chapman of Colonial Heights, Virginia; and great granddaughter Tori Sanders. He will be missed by everyone who knew or knew of him. He always had a smile and a look of love for his fellow man. Over the years he was very courageous through his pain and he knew God had a plan for him and his life. Everyone who met him came away blessed in some way. He had the sweet spirit of Love and passed it on. Pallbearers will be Marvin Davis, Marvin Conrad, Larry Conrad, Bob Lenard, Ray Holton, Tom Owens, Rick Gonzales, Donald Chatham and Brad Riggin. Honorary Pallbearers will be his Burger King Friends. Memorials may be made to the Bethel Baptist Church in West Monroe, Louisiana.

HARDY L. "H.L." HALL, JR. Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road, Monroe Services for Mr. Hardy L. "H.L." Hall, Jr., 90, of Monroe, will be at 10 AM, Thursday, December 7, 2006, in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe, with Rev. Charles Headrick officiating. Interment will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery. Mr. Hall, a member of College Place Baptist Church, was born September 9, 1916, in Montrose, LA and died December 3, 2006, in Monroe, LA. He had worked for Monroe Barge, Monroe Steam Laundry, Blue Plate, Inc., Louisiana Paper, Bancroft Paper, and Freeman Law. He was preceded in death by his brother, Henry Hall; sister, Elaine Hall; and wife, Opal Richards Hall. He is survived by his sons, Hardy R. Hall and wife Linda of Shreveport, LA, Richard E. Hall of Monroe, LA and Jon F. Hall and wife Jackie of Wilmington, DE; daughter, Debbie Dee Press and husband Roger of Atlanta, GA; six grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; brothers, Calvin N. Hall of Lake Charles, LA and James R. Hall of Carrier, MS; and sister, Mildred E. DeRouen of Woodland Park, CO. Pallbearers will be Todd Hall, Eric Hall, Milton Hall, Joey McGoogan, Willis Watson, and Wesley Moore. Visitation will be from 5:00PM until 8:00PM, Wednesday, December 6, 2006, at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Memorials may be made to College Place Baptist Church or Louisiana Baptist Children's Home. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com

ALFORD C, "KOOT" RICHARDSON Edmonds Funeral Home Jonesboro, LA Mr. Alfred C. "Koot" Richardson, 79 of Chatham, LA. died on December 2, 2006, in West Monroe, LA. Mr. Richardson was born in Chatham, LA. on April 11, 1927. Visitation will be held on December 5, 2006 at Concord Methodist Church in Chatham from 3:00PM until service time Funeral services will be at 2:00PM on December 6, 2006. Interment will follow in the Concord Methodist Cemetery. Survivors include his wife; Jean Richardson of Chatham, Three daughters; Sue Richardson Proffer and husband Bill of Chatham,LA, Lana Richardson Moore and husband Billy of Alexandria, LA and Lynda Richardson Bayles and husband Bill, Jr. of Chatham, LA. One son; Doug Richardson also of Chatham, LA and one sister Peggy Fuller of Calhoun, LA Mr. Richardson was also survived by ten grandchildren; Karen Chatham McCarty, Jeff Chatham, Christa Castaneda, Misty Wooley, Sunny Richardson, Nick Proffer, Melissa Proffer Parker, Corbey Moore, Katie Moore and Trey Bayles. He was also survived by eight great-grandchildren and a number of nieces and nephews. Mr. Richardson was preceded in death by his daughter; Sharon Richardson Chatham. Mr. Richardson was the Marshall for the town of Chatham for 32 years and a lifelong member of Concord Methodist Church in Chatham, LA.

ELSIE DEAN TERRAL Cox Funeral Home Lake Providence, LA Funeral services for Elsie Dean Bell Terral, age 91, of Lake Providence, LA will be held at 11:00AM on Wednesday, December 6, 2006 at the First United Methodist Church in Lake Providence. Reverends Bill McLain and Bob Potter will officiate. Burial rites will be held at 3:30PM on Wednesday, December 6, 2006 at Beulah Baptist Church Cemetery near Farmerville, LA. Services are under the direction of Cox Funeral Home of Lake Providence. Mrs. Terral has been a pillar of strength for her family, for her church and for the community of Lake Providence for almost 70 years. She was preceded in death by her husband, Dr. Forrest McCormick Terral, MD; son-in-law, James Benton Collier; grandson, Alex Ryan Terral; father, Michael LaCroix Bell; mother, Lucie Travis Phillips Bell and brother, William L. Bell. She is survived by a son and daughter-in-law, Thomas and Carole Terral of Lake Providence, LA; son and daughter-in-law, Tim and Susan Terral of Aspen, CO; daughter, Michael Ann Terral of Ashland, OR; daughter, Pamela Terral Collier of Birmingham, AL; daughter and son-in-law, Claudia and James H. "Jimmy" Woods of Monroe, LA; brother-in-law, Dr. William C. Terral of Slidell, LA; sister-in-law, Mignon Terral Pratt of Ruston, LA; 14 grandchildren and 24 great grandchildren. Pallbearers are Forrest Terral, Forrest Collier, Brad Terral, Craig Collier, Jimmy Collier, Trey Woods, Thomas Woods and Terral Woods. Honorary Pallbearers are: Brooks Gulick and Matthew Terral. Family will receive friends on Wednesday, December 6, 2006 from 10:00AM until time of service at the First United Methodist Church. To sign online register www.coxfuneral.com

MARY ELLEN THOMS Riser Funeral Home Columbia, LA Services for Mary Ellen Thoms, age 45 of Calhoun will be held at 2:00PM, Wednesday, December 6, 2006 from the chapel of Riser Funeral Home in Columbia with Rev. Tony Smith officiating. Interment will follow in the Fellowship Cemetery west of Columbia. Mrs. Thoms was born in Monroe on February 28, 1961 and died Saturday, December 2, 2006 at Glenwood Regional Medical Center in West Monroe. She was a homemaker, an accomplished seamstress and her Mother's right hand to make family weddings beautiful. She was preceded in death by her brother: Dean Sanders, her grandfather: Jack D. Dortch, her uncle: Jimmy Lee West, her cousin: Jackie "T.B." West and her honorary grandmother: Lillie Mae Peterson. Survivors include her husband: David Wayne Thoms of Calhoun, her sons: Bradley Dean Watson and his father: Tom Watson of Gilbert and Benjamin Wayne Thoms of Calhoun, her mother: Frances Dortch Sanders of Calhoun, her sisters: Caryn Parham and her husband: Mike of Calhoun and Julia Lutrick and her husband: Barry of West Monroe, her grandmother: Etta Mae Dortch of Columbia, her uncles and aunts: Jack and Mona Dortch of Grayson, Barbara West of Clarks, Edith and Harald Neely of Port Gibson, MS, Raymond and Donna Dortch of Clarks, her step-children: Joshua Thoms of Calhoun and Jessica Thoms of Baton Rouge, her nephews: Ronnie Fletcher, Clint Fletcher, Vince Fletcher and Justin Fletcher all of West Monroe, Joshua Richardson of Calhoun, her nieces: Jessica Cage and her husband: Troy of West Monroe, Jamie Richardson and soon to arrive: Hunter Dean, Joana Richardson and Robin Richardson all of Calhoun, her loving cousins: Linda and Alistair Donald of Tulsa, OK, Bobby Lee West of Ft. Worth, TX, Angela and Chad Antley of Grayson, Bonita West Stevens, Melissa and Lloyd Reeves of Gilbert, Tonya Dortch of Grayson, Barry Dortch of Grayson and Logan and Koby Dortch of Grayson and many great-neices, great-nephews and many friends, friend and care-taker: Dana Sanford and beloved friends of many years: Jessie Alger and Judy Mann. Pallbearers will be Bobby Lee West, Daniel Sadler, Joshua Thoms, Clif Peterson, Barry Lutrick, Lloyd Reeves, Harald Neely and Chad Antley. Visitation will be Tuesday from 4:00PM until 9:00PM and Wednesday from 9:00AM until time of services at Riser Funeral Home, 7131 Hwy 165, Columbia. LA Special thanks to Dr Karen Keene and Dr. Clyde Elliott for their care and compassion to Mary Ellen.

Warren Bonnett, 71
BASTROP — Warren Bonnett, a painter, died Sunday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Bastrop.

Donald Bradford, 31
Donald Bradford, a plant worker of Monroe, died Monday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Funerals by McFarland, Monroe.

Odie C. Carr, 87
SWARTZ — Odie C. Carr, a Texas Gas Co. retiree, died Monday. Services are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe.

Effic Curry, 74
TALLULAH — Effic Curry died Monday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Beckwith Golden Gate Funeral Home, Tallulah.

Daisy Dunlap, 71
Daisy Dunlap of Monroe, a homemaker, died Monday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Smith Funeral Home, Monroe.

Joe Farley, 88
WISNER — Joe Farley, a retired lumber yard foreman, died Sunday. Services are 2 p.m. Wednesday at First Baptist Church, Wisner. Visitation is 5-7 p.m. today at the church. Burial will be in South Centeral Cemetery, Wisner, under the direction of Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home, Winnsboro.

Cornelius Bell Fairley, 76
RAYVILLE — Cornelius "Miss C" Bell Fairley, a cook, died Saturday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville.

Alma Mae Duncan Fife, 67
HAILE — Alma Mae Duncan Fife, a homemaker, died Friday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Farmerville. Burial is in Liberty Cemetery, Linville.

Ruth Calahan Hargrove, 84
OAKDALE — Ruth Calahan Hargrove, a homemaker, formerly of Kelly, died Sunday. Services are 11:30 a.m. today at Oak Hill Baptist Chruch, Oakdale. Visitation is 9:30 a.m. until time of service at the church near Oakdale. Burial will be in Hargrove Cemetery under the direction of Riser Funeral Home, Columbia.

Rosemae Harrison, Infant
Rosemae Marie Harrison, infant daughter of Tamika Harrison of Monroe, died Wednesday. Graveside services are 9 a.m. Wednesday at Powell Street Cemetery, Monroe under the direction of Funerals by McFarland, Monroe.

Dorothy M. Hebert, 74
MONTEREY — Dorothy M. Hebert, homemaker, died Sunday. Services are 11 a.m. today at First United Pentecostal Church, Ferriday. Visitation 9 a.m. until time of service today at the church. Burial will be in Greenlawn Memorial Park, Natchez, Miss., under the direction of Young's Funeral Home, Ferriday.

Dorothy Heard, 63
BASTROP — Dorothy Heard, a homemaker, died Friday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Bastrop.

Earnest Hudson, 70
FARMERVILLE — Earnest Hudson, a cook, died Wednesday. Services are 2 p.m. Wednesday at Farmerville Recreation Center, Farmerville. Visitation is noon until time of service Wednesday at the center. Burial will be in Shady Grove Cemetery, Farmerville under Funerals by McFarland, Monroe.

Lois Mason, 78
WINNSBORO — Lois Mason formerly of Jigger, a homemaker, died Sunday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Chase Pentecostal Church. Burial will be in Shady Grove Cemetery, Jigger, under the direction of Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home, Winnsboro.

Nancy C. Mathews, 89
Nancy Condole Mathews of Monroe, a cook, died Nov. 24. Services are 1 p.m. Thursday at Funerals by McFarland, Monroe. Visitation is 1-6 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Cemetery.

Sammy M. Matthews, 75
WINNSBORO — Sammy Milton Matthews, a retired farmer, died Monday. Services are 10 a.m. Thursday at The United Pentecostal Church, Newellton. Visitation is 5-9 p.m. Wednesday at the church. Burial will be in Legion Memorial Cemetery, Newellton under the direction of Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home, Winnsboro.

Elsie P. Montepelier, 64
HARRISONBURG — Elsie P. Montepelier died Monday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Young's Funeral Home, Ferriday.

Ernest W. Morris Jr., 62
SICILY ISLAND — Ernest Woodrow Morris Jr. died Sunday. Services are 11 a.m. Wednesday at Holly Grove Baptist Church, Wisner. Visitation is 5-9 p.m. today at the church. Burial will be in Holly Grove Cemetery, Wisner under the direction of Comer Funeral Home, Ferriday.

Desmond Murray, 33
Desmond Murray, an electrician of Monroe, died Nov. 28. Services are 1 p.m. Thursday at Macedonia Baptist Church, Monroe. Visitation is 1-6 p.m. Wednesday at Hester Central State Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Cemetery, Monroe.

Joe Stewart, 76
MER ROUGE — Joe Stewart, a homemaker, died Wednesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Bastrop.

Elsie Dean Terral, 91
LAKE PROVIDENCE — Elsie Dean Terral, a homemaker, died Monday. Services are 11 a.m. Wednesday at First Methodist Church, Lake Providence. Visitation is 10 a.m. Wednesday until time of service at the church. Burial will be in Beulah Baptist Church, Cemetery, Farmerville under the direction of Cox Funeral Home, Oak Grove.

Ralph Scott White, 37
BASTROP — Ralph Scott White, a paramedic, died Sunday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Cox Funeral Home, Bastrop. Burial will be in Christ Church Cemetery, Bastrop.

Previously acknowledged
Brown, Richard M. Sr.: 10 a.m. today, Trinity Baptist Church, Oak Grove.
Daniels, Catherine Mae: 2 p.m. Saturday, Cox Funeral Home, Oak Grove.
Wesley, Gladys: 1 p.m. today, New Daughters of Zion Baptist Church, West Monroe

December 6, 2006 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

JOHNETTA SISSON WILLHITE BELL Johnetta Bell, 82, of West Monroe, LA died Monday, December 4th at the Landmark Nursing Home after a lengthy illness. Born December 25th, 1924, in Mer Rouge, LA where she lived until her marriage. She then moved to West Monroe where she worked at Olinkraft until her retirement. She was a member of McGuire Methodist Church. She was instrumental in founding the River City Humane Society for Cats. Preceding her in death was her husband, Walter C. Bell and son, William "Billy" C. Willhite. Survivors include two sons, Fred A. Willhite and wife Debbie and John A. Willhite both of West Monroe. Also, several grand children and one great-grandchild. A special thanks to Dorothy Butler, her caretaker and best friend. Memorials may be made to the River City Humane Society for Cats.

LA ODIE CARROLL CARR Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road, Monroe Services for Mr. Odie Carroll Carr, 87, of Swartz, will be 2 PM, Wednesday, December 6, 2006, in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe, with Rev. Warren Eckhardt officiating. Interment will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery. Mr. Carr, a member of First Baptist Church of Swartz, was born December 31, 1918, in Grayson, LA and died December 4, 2006, in Monroe, LA. He was a WWII Army veteran and retired from Texas Gas Transmission Co. He was preceded in death by his wife, Maggie Mae Ludlow Carr and son, Ocie Corbin Carr. He is survived by his daughter, Connie Farrar and her husband James of Sheridan, AR; son, Curtis W. Carr and his wife Wanda of Swartz; five grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren. Pallbearers will be David Speir, Harold Thomas Scott, Monte Parks, Milton Wall, and Boyce Humphries. Visitation will be from 1:00PM until service time at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com

W. RAY EDWARDS, SR. Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Funeral services for Mr. W. Ray Edwards, Sr., 71, of West Monroe, LA will be at 2:00PM Wednesday, December 6, 2006 in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe, LA. Reverends Eugene Thomas and Eugene Brown will be officiating. Masonic rites will be conducted. Visitation will be from 1:00PM until service time Wednesday, December 6, at Mulhearn Funeral Home. Interment will be at Roselawn Memorial Gardens, Calhoun, LA under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home. Mr. Edwards was born October 29, 1935 in Monroe, LA and passed away December 3, 2006 at his residence with his family by his side following a lengthy illness. Mr. Edwards was an active member of Bethel Baptist Church of West Monroe where he was a member of the Ray Holton Sunday School Class. He was a member of Cadeville Lodge #229 F&AM; Past High Priest of Monroe Chapter #18 RAM; Past Illustrious Master of Monroe Chapter #8 RSM; and member of Monroe Commandary #7 Knight Templar. He was a lifetime member of the West Monroe Jaycees and Louisiana State Jaycees. He was very involved with community service with the Jaycees Mr. Edwards was retired from Graphic Packaging (formerly Riverwood) where he was employed over thirty-one years. At retirement he was Assistant Power Plant Operator. Ray loved his church and church family. Next to his church and family, he loved West Monroe High School Sports, especially the softball team over the years. He spent many an afternoon watching his granddaughter, Ashley, pitch for the Dixie Youth League, the West Monroe High School, summer ball, and college ball. All the girls called Him "PawPaw" and he loved it so. Even though he was unable to verbalize his support, everyone knew he supported them in their sports and school endeavors. Mr. Edwards is preceded in death by his mother, Myrtle Luton Triplet, stepfather, William T. Triplet, father Cleve Edwards, sister Norma Jean Broussard, and father-in-law, Marvin Conrad, Sr. He was a devoted husband over 50 years to Imogene C. Edwards. He is also survived by his daughter, Patti Edwards and companion Connie Quillen of Austin, TX; daughter Wendy Chapman and husband Paul Chapman of Colonial Heights, VA; and son, Walter Ray "Scooter" Edwards, II and wife Rebekah J. Edwards of Winnsboro, LA; granddaughter Ashley Chapman Sanders and husband Cody Sanders of Dodson, LA; grandson Jacob Chapman of Colonial Heights, VA; and great granddaughter Tori Sanders. He will be missed by everyone who knew or knew of him. He always had a smile and a look of love for his fellow man. Over the years he was very courageous through his pain and he knew God had a plan for him and his life. Everyone who met him came away blessed in some way. He had the sweet spirit of Love and passed it on. Pallbearers will be Marvin Davis, Marvin Conrad, Larry Conrad, Bob Lenard, Ray Holton, Tom Owens, Rick Gonzales, Donald Chatham and Brad Riggin. Honorary Pallbearers will be his Burger King Friends. Memorials may be made to the Bethel Baptist Church in West Monroe, LA. Online Registry/Condolences www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com

Jimmy Ray Albritton, 72
Jimmy Ray Albritton of Monroe, a retired IMC employee, died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Monroe.

Odie C. Carr, 87
Odie C. Carr of Swartz, a Texas Gas Co. retiree, died Monday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Visitation is 1 p.m. until time of services today at the funeral home. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery, Monroe.

Louise Cephus, 90
WATERPROOF — Louise Cephus, a homemaker, died Thursday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Richardson-Sims Funeral Home, Ferriday.

Brenda S. Delaughter, 53
WISNER — Brenda S. Delaughter, a homemaker, died Tuesday. Services are 2 p.m. Thursday at Holly Grove Baptist Church, Wisner. Visitation is 5-9 p.m. today at Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home, Winnsboro. Burial will be in Holly Grove Cemetery.

W. Ray Edwards Sr., 71
W. Ray Edwards Sr. of West Monroe, a Graphic Packaging retiree, died Sunday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Visitation is 1 p.m. until time of service today. Burial will be in Roselawn Memorial Gardens, Calhoun.

Ethel Garvin, 73
Ethel Garvin of Monroe died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. today at the funeral home.

Hardy L. 'H.L.' Hall Jr., 90
Hardy L. 'H.L.' Hall Jr. of Monroe, a retired salesman, died Sunday. Services are 10 a.m. Thursday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. today. Rosary services are 7 p.m. today at the funeral home. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery, Monroe.

Louis Harvey, 93
RAYNE — Louis Harvey, formerly of Columbia, a retired Caldwell Parish School System employee, died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Riser Funeral Home, Columbia.

Joe Henry Jr., 82
HOMER — Joe Henry Jr., a retired custodian, died Nov. 28. Services are 11 a.m. Friday at First Baptist Church, Homer. Visitation is 10 a.m. until time of services Friday at the church. Burial will be in Willis Chapel Cemetery under the direction of King Funeral Home, Homer.

Virginia W. Lewis, 84
POINT — Virginia W. Lewis, a homemaker, died Tuesday. Services are 2 p.m. Thursday at Providence Baptist Church, Point. Visitation is 5-9 p.m. today at Farrar Funeral Home, Farmerville. Burial will be in Acree Cemetery, Point.

James R. Loe, 58
DOWNSVILLE — James R. Loe died Monday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Farmerville.

Joe H. McNeese Jr., 80
CADEVILLE — Joe H. McNeese Jr., a retired U.S. Army staff sergeant, died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Sondra Odenbaugh, 39
BASTROP — Sondra Marie Porter Odenbaugh, a homemaker, died Saturday. Services are 2 p.m. Thursday at Cox Funeral Home, Bastrop. Visitation is 3-8 p.m. today at the funeral home. Burial is in Memorial Park Cemetery, Bastrop.

Sissy Porter, 58
BASTROP — Sissy Porter, a homemaker, died Saturday. Services are 2 p.m. Thursday at Cox Funeral Home, Bastrop. Visitation is 3-8 p.m. today at the funeral home. Burial is in Memorial Park Cemetery, Bastrop.

Nettie L. Smith, 106
BASTROP — Nettie L. Smith, a retired domestic maid, died Saturday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at Second Missionary Baptist Church, Bastrop. Visitation is 1-7 p.m. Friday at the church. Burial will be in H.V. Adams Cemetery, Bastrop under the direction of Miller Funeral Home, Monroe.

Mary Ellen Thoms, 45
Mary Ellen Thoms of Calhoun, a homemaker and seamstress, died Saturday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Riser Funeral Home, Columbia. Burial will be in Fellowship Cemetery west of Columbia.

Mary Wineinger, 90
SHREVEPORT — Mary Caroline Nihart Wineinger, a homemaker formerly of West Monroe, died Monday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Previously acknowledged
Daniels, Catherine Mae: 2 p.m. Saturday, Cox Funeral Home, Oak Grove.
Farley, Joe: 2 p.m. today, First Baptist Church, Wisner.
Harrison, Rosemae Marie: 9 a.m. today, Powell Street Cemetery, Monroe.
Hudson, Earnest: 2 p.m. today, Farmerville Recreation Center.
Mathews, Nancy C.: 1 p.m. Thursday, Funerals by McFarland, Monroe.
Matthews, Sammy M.: 10 a.m. Thursday, United Pentecostal Church, Newellton.
Morris, Ernest W.: 11 a.m. today, Holly Grove Baptist Church, Wisner.
Murry, Desmond: 1 p.m. Thursday, Macedonia Baptist Church, Monroe.
Terral, Elsie Dean: 11 a.m. today, First Methodist Church, Lake Providence

December 7, 2006 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

MR. JIMMY RAY ALBRITTON Kilpatrick Funeral Home Riser Funeral Home Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mr. Jimmy Ray Albritton, 72, will be 1:00PM, Friday, December 8, 2006 in the Chapel of Kilpatrick Funeral Home of Monroe. Officiating will be Rev. Butch Goodman. Interment will follow at Enterprise Cemetery in Farmerville, LA under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home of Monroe. Mr. Albritton was born on March 12, 1934 in Holly Ridge, LA and passed away on December 5, 2006 in Monroe, LA. Mr. Albritton was retired from IMC/ Angus Chemical Company. He was also a member of Fairbanks Baptist Church. Survivors are his wife of 53 years, Minnie Gray Stewart Albritton; daughter, Sandy Pitre and husband Chad; sons, Donny Ray Albritton, Ronnie Albritton and wife Joan, Randy Albritton and wife April; 13 grandchildren and 1 great grandchild. Pallbearers will be Blane Clifton, Dale Dean, Harold Nubles, Wade Greene, Sr., Thomas Stuart, Buddy Hemphill, Larry McAdams, Greg Morrow, Chad Pitre, Keith Knight and David Nubles. Honorary pallbearers will be Jimmy Stewart, Scott Stewart, D.J. Albritton, Jonathan Albritton, Ray Donald, and Jason Johnson. Visitation will be Thursday, December 7, 2006 from 5:00PM until 8:00PM at Kilpatrick Funeral Home of Monroe. Special thanks to the St. Francis Specialty Hospital Staff and Avalon Nursing Home Staff for their care of Mr. Albritton. Condolence messages may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes .com Columbia, LA

LOUIS L. HARVEY Services for Louis L. Harvey, age 93 of Rayne, LA formerly of Columbia will be held at 10:00AM, Friday, December 8, 2006 from the chapel of Riser Funeral Home in Columbia with Rev. Cecil Gregory officiating. Chris Neusetzer will deliver the euology. Interment will follow in the Welcome Home Cemetery in Grayson. Mr. Harvey was born on December 3, 1913 to the union of William Elmer and Leo Frances Loftin Harvey and died Tuesday, December 5, 2006 at the Rayne Nursing Center in Rayne. He was a retired custodian with the Caldwell Parish School System and a member of First Baptist Church in Columbia. He was preceded in death by his parents and his wife: Naomi Mitchell Harvey. Survivors include his daughter and son-in-law: Sue and Russel Benoit of Rayne, his grandchildren: Wayne Hopper of Monroe, Diane Hopper of Rayne, John Hopper and his wife: Kelli of Prairieville, his great-grandsons: Grayson Hopper and Stewart Hopper and his sister: Winnie Hudson of Monroe. Pallbearers will be Pete Lively, Jack Harvey, Bob Devine, Louis Walters, Johnny James and Dennis Brooks. Visitation will be Thursday from 2:00PM until 8:00PM and Friday from 8:00AM until time of services at Riser Funeral Home, 7131 Hwy 165, Columbia, LA

GERALD JOSEPH "JERRY" BRAUD Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road, Monroe, LA Services for Mr. Gerald Joseph "Jerry" Braud, 84, of Monroe, LA, will be at 10:00AM, Friday, December 8, 2006, at Mulhearn Memorial Park Mausoleum Chapel, with Msgr. Edmund Moore officiating. Interment will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery. Mr. Braud was born January 18, 1922, in New Orleans, LA and died December 6, 2006, in Monroe, LA. He was a purchasing agent for Monroe Office Equipment and retired after 30 years of service. A veteran of World War II and the Korean Conflict, he served in both the U.S. Army Air Corp and the U.S. Air Force. He was an official for the Louisiana High School Football Association for many years. He is survived by his wife, Ann R. Braud of Monroe, LA; children, Gerald R. Braud of Ft. Lauderdale, FL, Beverly B. Williams of Hernando, MS, Amy E. Braud of Falls Church, VA; and Annette B. Foo of Long Beach, CA; eight grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; and sisters, Margery Stubbs of Metairie, LA, Melba Collura of Metairie, LA, and Olivia Aucoin of Richland, MS. Visitation will be from 9:30AM until 10:00AM, Friday, December 8, 2006, at Mulhearn Memorial Park Mausoleum Chapel. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome .com

ETHEL MAE GARVIN Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road, Monroe, LA Services for Mrs. Ethel Mae Garvin, 73, of Monroe, LA, will be at 2:00PM, Thursday, December 7, 2006, in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe, with Rev. Alford Garvin and Rev. Ricky Baker officiating. Interment will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery. Mrs. Garvin was born September 11, 1933, in Lake Village, AR, and died December 5, 2006, in Monroe, LA. She retired from K Mart after 30 years of service. She was preceded in death by her husband, Archie Lee Garvin; parents, Claude and Mary Allumes; sister, Ollie Pieroni; and brother, John Fuller. She is survived by her sons and daughters-in-law, Larry and Becky Garvin of West Monroe, LA, Ronnie and Ann Garvin of Monroe, LA, and Randall and Cheryl Garvin of Monroe, LA; daughter and son-in-law, Judy and Bobby Parker of Hebert, LA; grandchildren, Ronnie Lee Garvin, Jr., Greg Garvin, Dawn Garvin, Todd Garvin, Lee Garvin, Christopher Moss, Jay Garvin, Ashley Claunch, and Alexis Parker; six great-grandchildren; and sisters, Betty Maddux, Claudine Lamb, and Margaret Banks. Pallbearers will be Ronnie Lee Garvin, Jr., Greg Garvin, Todd Garvin, Lee Garvin, Christopher Moss, and Jay Garvin. Visitation will be from 1:00PM until service time Thursday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe, LA. The Garvin family extends special thanks to Dr. Keith Calhoun and the fourth floor staff at St. Francis North Hospital. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome .com

VIRGINIA WALL LEWIS Farrar Funeral Home Farmerville, LA. Funeral services for Virginia Wall Lewis, age 84 of Point, LA. will be held at 2:00PM on Thursday, December 7, 2006 at Providence Baptist Church in Point with interment following at Acree Cemetery in Point under the direction of Farrar Funeral Home of Farmerville. Reverends Jerry Brossett, Billy Carter and Johnny Sanders will officiate. Mrs. Lewis was born in Amory, MS. on September 22, 1922 and went to be with the Lord on December 5, 2006 after a brief illness. She was a homemaker after moving to Point in 1959, following her husband's Air Force career. She was preceded in death by her husband, Edward Lewis; a brother, Oscar Leroy Wall and her sister, Eugenia Wall. Survivors include a daughter and son-in-law, Sylvia and Gene Abbey; daughter and son-in-law, Tamara and Ernie Bruce; son and daughter-in-law, Scott and Donna Lewis all of Point, LA.; one sister and brother-in-law, Dot and Joe Himes of New Baltimore, VA.; 5 grandchildren: Laura Abbey of Luling, LA.; Lance Bruce of Point, LA. and fiancée, Wende Joyner of Meridian, MS.; Megan Reeder and husband, Brandon of Point, LA.; Aaron Lewis and wife, Amber of Farmerville, LA.; Tara Lewis of Patterson, LA.; 2 step grandchildren: Derek and Lane Mims of Point, LA.; and 1 great grandchild: Abigail Reese Lewis. Pallbearers are Lance Bruce, Aaron Lewis, Brandon Reeder, Benny Wink, Barry Antley and Roger Antley. Visitation will be at the church Thursday from 1:00PM until time of service. Special thanks to Patient's Choice Hospice services, Wanda Barkley, Merle Harper, and Lynette Wade, C-FNP. Memorials can be made to Providence Baptist Church or to a charity of choice. Friends may send messages to the family at www.farrarfh.com.

JAMES R. "BUD" LOE Kilpatrick Funeral Home Farmerville, LA Funeral Services for James R. "Bud" Loe, 58, of Downsville, LA, will be held at 2:00PM Thursday, December 7, 2006 at Kilpatrick Funeral Home Chapel in Farmerville, LA. Officiating will be Rev. Joe Brown. Interment will follow in Mt. Nebo Cemetery in Downsville, LA. Mr. Loe was born on April 2, 1948 and passed away on December 4, 2006 in Farmerville, LA. He is survived by his wife Melanie Loe; children, Shelby Loe, Damon Martin and wife Lisa, Lyndsey Martin and Fiance Danny Pool, Jamie Dees and husband Corey, Jeffery Loe, Jenny Loe; mother Estelle Loe; mother-in-law and father-in-law, Chap and Sue Lockhart; brother and sister-in-law Mike Lockhart and wife Clementine; brother Junior Loe, Quitman Loe, Wayne Loe and Travis Loe; sisters, Lucille Mason, Sue Floyd and Dorothy Loe, 10 grandchildren, numerous nieces and nephews. Pallbearers will be Michael Lockhart, Danny Pool, Shelby Loe, Damon Martin, Corey Dees and George Thomas. Honorary pallbearers will be Byron Thomas and Peyton Dowell. Online messages may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com

JOSEPH "JOE" H. MCNEESE, JR. Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral services for Joe H. McNeese, Jr., 80, of Calhoun, LA will be 2:00PM, Friday, December 8, 2006 at Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA with Rev. Gerald Brinkley and Rev. Jack Phelps officiating. Interment to follow at Antioch Cemetery, Eros, LA under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Mr. McNeese was born November 7, 1926 in Monroe, LA and passed away December 5, 2006 in Homer, LA. Mr. McNeese is survived by his wife Gloria LaVerne McNeese; 2 sons, Joe H. McNeese III, and Michael E. McNeese and wife Nilda; 2 grandchildren, Joe R. McNeese and Susan E. Ursey; several nieces, nephews and extended family. Pallbearers will be Charles French, Jimmy Culpepper, Ellis Frost, Norman French, Hugh Ainsworth and Tom W. Golson. Visitation will be Thursday, December 7, 2006 from 5:00PM to 8:00PM at Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com

James Banks, 57
BERNICE — James Banks, a laborer, died Wednesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Tennant Family Funeral Home, Farmerville.

Warren Bonnett, 71
BASTROP — Warren Bonnett, a painter, died Sunday. Services are 11 a.m. Tuesday at First Apolistic Baptist Church, Bastrop. Visitation is 5-7 p.m. Monday at Tennant Funeral Home, Bastrop. Burial is in H.V. Adams Cemetery, Bastrop.

Dennis Bryant, 95
Dennis Bryant of Monroe, a janitor, died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Smith Funeral Home, Monroe.

Bernard DeGraffenreid, 42
COLUMBIA — Bernard Alfonso DeGraffenreid, a welder, died Monday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Hester Central State Funeral Home, Monroe.

Minnie O. Dismuke, 82
Minnie O. Dismuke of Monroe, a homemaker, died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Smith Funeral Home, Monroe.

Ethel Mae Garvin, 73
Ethel Mae Garvin of Monroe, a retired K-Mart sales associate, died Tuesday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Visitation is 1 p.m. until time of service today at the funeral home. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery, Monroe.

Elnora 'Granny' Green, 87
FARMERVILLE — Elnora "Granny" Green, a homemaker, died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Tennant Family Funeral Home, Farmerville.

Dorothy Heard, 63
BASTROP — Dorothy Heard, a homemaker, died Friday. Services are 1 p.m. Monday at St. Luke Baptist Church, Bonita. Visitation is 5-6 p.m. Sunday at Tennant Funeral Home, Bastrop. Burial is in the church cemetery.

Ethelene Jacobs, 77
Ethelene Jacobs of West Monroe, a homemaker, died Monday. Services are noon Saturday at St. Joseph Baptist Church, West Monroe. Burial will be in Hasley Cemetery, West Monroe under the direction of Hester Central State Funeral Home, Monroe.

Wilhelmina Rominique, 68
TALLULAH — Wilhelmina Rominique died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Beckwith Golden Gate Funeral Home, Tallulah.

Henrietta Ross, 62
RAYVILLE — Henrietta Ross, a meter reader, died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville.

Margie E. Giles Sims, 86
BASTROP — Margie Eulalia Giles Sims, a retired Louisiana Department of Welfare social worker, died Wednesday. Graveside services are 10 a.m. Friday at Memorial Park Cemetery, Bastrop. Visitation is 7-9 p.m. today at Golden Funeral Home, Bastrop.

Willie Ray Sims, 64
BASTROP — Willie Ray Sims, a mechanic, died Tuesday. Services are 2 p.m. Friday at New Life Church of God, Bastrop. Visitation is all day today and until time of services Friday at the church. Burial will be in Bartholomew Cemetery, Bastrop, under the direction of Cox Funeral Home, Bastrop.

Joe Stewart, 76
MER ROUGE — Joe Stewart, a homemaker, died Wednesday. Services are noon Friday at Macedonia Baptist Church, Mer Rouge. Visitation is 5-6 p.m. today Tennant Funeral Home, Bastrop. Burial is in Alford Cemetery, Mer Rouge.

Nola R. Swanson, 74
YOUNGSVILLE — Nola R. Swanson, formerly of West Monroe, a homemaker, died Wednesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Previously acknowledged
Daniels, Catherine Mae: 2 p.m. Saturday, Cox Funeral Home, Oak Grove.
Delaughter, Brenda S.: 2 p.m. today, Holly Grove Baptist Church, Wisner.
Hall, Hardy L. 'H.L.' Jr.: 10 a.m. today, Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe.
Henry, Joe Jr.: 11 a.m. Friday, First Baptist Church, Homer.
Lewis, Virginia W.: 2 p.m. today, Providence Baptist Church, Point.
Mathews, Nancy C.: 1 p.m. today, Funerals by McFarland, Monroe.
Matthews, Sammy M.: 10 a.m. today, The United Pentecostal Church, Newellton.
Murry, Desmond: 1 p.m. today, Macedonia Baptist Church, Monroe.
Odenbaugh, Sondra Marie Porter: 2 p.m. today, Cox Funeral Home, Bastrop.
Porter, Sissy: 2 p.m. today, Cox Funeral Home, Bastrop.
Smith, Nettie L.: 1 p.m. Saturday, Second Missionary Baptist Church, Bastrop

December 8, 2006 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

MRS. VERA LEE TINGLE BULLOCH Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Rd., Monroe, LA Service for Mrs. Vera Lee Tingle Bulloch, 85, of Monroe, LA, will be held at 10:00AM Saturday, December 9, 2006, at Memorial United Methodist Church with Rev. Paul Sabin officiating. Interment will follow in Mulhearn Memorial Park Mausoleum under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Rd., Monroe, LA. Mrs. Bulloch passed away on December 6, 2006, at Christus St. Joseph's Nursing Home. Mrs. Bulloch was a member of Memorial United Methodist Church, where she was very active. She was the head cook of the gumbo dinners at Memorial United Methodist Church for numerous years and was better known as the "Gumbo Lady." Mrs. Bulloch was a retired Registered Nurse and was commissioned in the U.S. Army Nursing Corp in 1944 and was a veteran of WWII. She was an active member of the United Methodist Women's Club, the North Monroe Lakeshore Lioness Club, the Council on Aging, and numerous other organizations. Mrs. Bulloch was also a Champion Walker in the Senior Olympics in the Monroe District. Survivors include her sister, Evelyn Tingle Tarver of West Monroe, LA; brother, T.H. Tingle and wife Agnes of Grayson, LA; son, Milton Bulloch and wife Julie of Dallas, TX; daughter, Carolyn Howard and husband Raymond of Monroe, LA; three grandchildren, Charlene Mendosa and husband Roger of Austin, TX; James Howard and wife Cindy of Dallas, TX; and Mike Howard of Hebert, LA; three great grandchildren; sister-in-law, Faye Bulloch of Monroe, LA; and numerous nieces and nephews. Pallbearers will be Walter Pierron, Jimmy Hickey Sr., Jimmy Hickey Jr., Charles Tarver, Greg Tingle, Randy Tingle, and Charles Bulloch. Visitation will be from 4:00PM until 7:00PM Friday at Mulhearn Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, the family wishes memorials be made to Memorial United Methodist Church or to the charity of your choice. Special Thanks to St. Joseph's Nursing Home staff, Hospice Care of Louisiana, Dr. Barnes, and Dr. Hammett and the staff at Cornerstone Hospital. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com

EMMA LEE WARD CARNEY Welsh Funeral Home Baton Rouge, LA Emma Lee Ward Carney has gone to be with her lord and family. A resident of Baton Rouge for the past 10 years. She died Wednesday December 6, 2006. She was born in Monroe, LA, on September 3, 1923. She and her husband owned a grocery store in Winnsboro, LA for many years. She was preceded in death by her husband James "Casey" Carney and her parents John and Ollie Ward and a sister Louise Mitchell. She was a charter member of Temple Baptist Church. in Winnsboro, and a member of the Eastern Star. She is survived by her five children Joni Sue Collins, James Carney Jr., Phyllis Glynn, and Janis Mosley, all of Baton Rouge, and Steve Carney, of Tulsa, Oklahoma, eight grandchildren, and eleven great-grandchildren, There will be a graveside service at 2:00PM Saturday December 9, 2006, at New Winnsboro Cemetery in Winnsboro, LA. In lieu of flowers donation may be made to Temple Baptist Church, in Winnsboro, LA. Welsh Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.

IN MEMORY OF EDWARD B. (BEN) MANY Sept. 21, 1941 - Dec. 8, 2005 Its been a year since you left us and we miss your kind heart very much. You are the Best! Your Brothers, Charles and Paul, Aunt Grace and Your Entire Family.

SALLY DINGLER SCHMITT Southern Funeral Homes Winnfield, LA Funeral services for Sally Dingler Schmitt, age 57, will be held at 10:00AM, Saturday, December 9, 2006 at the Southern Funeral Home in Winnfield, LA. with Reverend Perry Lassiter officiating. Family will receive friends at the funeral home on Friday evening beginning at 5:00PM until 8:00PM. Our dearest Sally, born on February 11, 1949 in Massapequa, New York went to be with our Lord Wednesday, December 6, 2006 while visting her family in West Monroe, LA. She bravely fought a long battle with cancer. She was preceded in death by her mother Jacqueline Butler, Step-father Edward Robert Dingler and brother Bill Dingler. She is survived by her husband David Schmitt, Reno, Nevada; daughter Lisa Kouns and son Robert Pickard both of West Monroe, LA; five grandchildren, James McCarty of West Monroe, LA., Mistie Williamson of Ruston, LA., Ashlee Allbritton of West Monroe, LA., Chelsea Pickard of West monroe, LA and Crista McKee of West Monroe, LA.; three great-grandchildren, Jacob, Justin and DJ McCarty; two brothers, John Dingler of Winnfield, LA and Bobby Dingler of Sikes, LA;l and four sisters, Martha Dingler of West Monroe, LA., Jackie Henderson of Winnfield, LA., april Powell of Montgomery, LA. and Jeanette Dudgeon of West Monroe, LA. Sally lived with her husband in Reno, Nevada jwhere they were members of South Reno Baptist Church. She loved reading, gardening, rock hunting, and taking long walks in the desert, but her greatest love by far was for her family. Sally worked for Riverwood international in West Monroe, LA, and then transferred to Atlanta, GA when their corporate offices moved in 1993. There, she met David in 1994 and thet were married in 2002. She retired from Riverwood International in 2004 after 32 years. In 2004,Sally and her husband relocated to Reno, Nevada. Earlier this year, Sally was able to go on a 10-day, medical mission trip to Cambodia with other members of South Reno Baptist Church. She spent many hours reading stories from the Bible and telling the young children of cambodia about our Lord God and His Son. Jesus (most heard these names for the first time). Pallbearers will be her nephews. In lieu of flowers please make donations to the St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.

NOLA SWANSON West Monroe, LA Nola Swanson has went to heaven to be with her husband Loyd. She has been a great mother to her son Chuck and grandson David. She accepted me as a son after my mother passed away. We love you and will miss you. Danny L. Rushing

MRS. MARY CAROLINE NIHART WINEINGER Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Mary Caroline Nihart Wineinger, a beloved widow of a United Methodist Minister, died peacefully on December 4, 2006 at Grace Home in Shreveport, LA. She was born January 10, 1916, in Minneapolis, KS, the eldest of six children. She grew up in Lake Arthur, NM. A star student, she excelled in all subjects. After graduating as valedictorian, she attended McMurray College in Texas, where she not only met the love of her life, Donald Eugene Wineinger, but also graduated with the highest grade point average of her class. She married Donald instead of attending medical school where she had been accepted. They were married in New Orleans, LA and then moved to Port Sulphur, LA, where she served as a minister's wife, and later to Delhi, LA and West Monroe, LA. Active in Church Women United and the Women's Society of Christian Service, both statewide, she also served the church in missions, and many other functions and was a Girl Scout leader. Mary inspired her two daughters to love literature, reading, writing, gardening, sewing and humanitarian pursuits. She will be greatly missed by her surviving siblings: John Nihart of Longview, TX; Dot Chandler of St. George, UT; Ruth Moran of Roswell, NM: her daughters, Bonnie Ann Mason of Topsham, ME and Jean Streetman-Horn and her husband Omer of Raton, NM: her granddaughter, Michelle Mason of Newburyport, MA as well as nieces and nephews. Her many friends remember her fondly for her caring ways and her organizational and leadership skills. Pallbearers will be Richard Morrow, Don Adams, Dr. Larry Blackmon, Dave Norris, Malcom Bass and Bruce Seeber. Honorary Pallbearers will be Major J.C. Campbell, Harold LaGrone, Buddy Griggs, Ray Hebert, Ray Thomason, Charles McGowan, Charles Gorman and Sam Boyd. Visitation will be held at Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe on Friday December 8, 2006 from 4:00PM until 7:00 PM. A Celebration Memorial Service will be held at the McGuire United Methodist Church in West Monroe on Saturday December 9, 2006 at 2:00PM with Reverends Michi Head, Doris Shepherd, Judy Bazer and Chaplain Mickey Cowan officiants. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the American Stroke Association at the following Internet sites: www.strokeassociation.org or www.bafound.org or the American Parkinson's Disease Association at www.parkinson.org or www.apdaparkinson.org Online registry/condolences www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com

The following obituaries were provided by Leona Paulk Hatten . We thank her for typing them and sending them to us.

Jimmy Ray Albritton, 72
Jimmy Ray Albritton of Monroe, a retired IMC/Angus Chemical employee, died Tuesday. Services are 1 p.m. today at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Enterprise Cemetery,
Farmerville.

James Banks, 57
BERNICE — James Banks, a laborer, died Wednesday. Services are 11 a.m. Monday at New Hopewell Baptist Church, Bernice. Visitation is 2-5 p.m. Sunday at Tennant Family Funeral Home, Farmerville. Burial will be in Shiloh Cemetery, Bernice.

Donald Bradford, 31
Donald Bradford of Monroe, a plant worker, died Monday. Services are
11 a.m. Saturday at Liberty Christian Center, Monroe. Burial will be
in Richwood Memorial Gardens, Monroe under the direction of Funerals
by McFarland, Monroe.

Gerald Joseph Braud, 84
Gerald Joseph "Jerry" Braud of Monroe, a retired Monroe Office
Equipment purchasing agent, died Wednesday. Services are 10 a.m.
today at Mulhearn Memorial Park Mausoleum, Monroe. Visitation is 9
a.m. until time of services today at the mausoleum. Burial will be
in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery, Monroe under the direction of
Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe.

Dennis Bryant, 95
Dennis Bryant of Monroe, a janitor, died Tuesday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Triumph Baptist Church, Monroe. Visitation is 4-7
p.m. at Smith Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial is in Hope Estate Cemetery, Wisner.

Bessie Cannon, 73
TALLULAH — Bessie Cannon, a retired schoolteacher, died Wednesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Funerals by
McFarland, Monroe.

Louise Cephus, 90
WATERPROOF — Louise Cephus, a homemaker, died Thursday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Oakwood Baptist Church, Waterproof. Visitation
is 5-7 p.m. today at Richardson-Sims Funeral Home, Ferriday. Burial will be in Ferriday Cemetery, Ferriday.

Bernard DeGraffenreid, 64
COLUMBIA — Bernard "Bubba" Alfonso DeGraffenreid, a welder, died Monday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Hester Central State
Funeral Home, Monroe.

Minnie Dismuke, 83
Minnie Dismuke of Monroe, a homemaker, died Tuesday. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at True Vine Baptist Church, Monroe. Visitation is 1-6
today at Smith Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood

Elnora 'Granny' Green, 87
FARMERVILLE — Elnora 'Granny' Green, a homemaker, died Tuesday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at County Line Baptist Church, Spearsville. Visitation is 2-6 p.m. today at Tennant Family Funeral Home, Farmerville. Burial will be in County Line Cemetery, Spearsville.

Harold Hankins, 65
JONESBORO — Harold Hankins, an auto manufacturing supervisor, died Wednesday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Southern Funeral Home, Jonesboro. Visitation is 4:30-9 p.m. today at the funeral home.

Joseph Ervin Harris, 63
MONTEREY — Joseph Ervin Harris, a commercial fisherman, died Wednesday. Services are 10 a.m. Saturday at Monterey First Baptist Church, Monterey. Visitation is 10 a.m. today at the church. Burial will be in Monterey Church Cemetery under the direction of Gill First National Funeral Home, Winnsboro.

Estes Buck Harvey, 80
BASTROP — Estes Buck Harvey, a mechanic, died Wednesday. Services are 11 a.m. today at Loch Arbor Baptist Church, Monroe. Visitation is 8 a.m. today until time of service at the church. Burial will bein the church cemetery under the direction of Cox Funeral Home, Bastrop.

Louis L. Harvey, 93
RAYNE — Louis L. Harvey formerly of Columbia, a retired Caldwell Parish School System employee, died Tuesday. Services are 10 a.m. today at Riser Funeral Home, Columbia. Visitation is 8 a.m. until time of services today at the funeral home. Burial is in Welcome Home Cemetery, Grayson.

Clara Mae Luffey, 84
Clara Mae Luffey of Monroe, a homemaker, died Thursday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe.

John McCain, 33
RUSTON — John McCain, died Thursday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Rose-Neath Funeral Home, Arcadia. Burial is in Campground Cemetery, Bienville.

Joseph McNeese Jr., 80
CADEVILLE — Joseph ‘Joe’ H. McNeese Jr., a retired U.S. Army staff sergeant, died Tuesday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Visitation is 9 a.m. until time of services at the funeral home. Burial will be in Antioch Cemetery, Eros.

Terrance Moses, 29
HOUSTON — Terrance Moses formerly of Newellton, a communication analyst, died Saturday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at Magnolia Baptist Church, Newellton. Burial will be in Magnolia Cemetery, Newellton, under the direction of Richardson Funeral Home, Winnsboro.

Cormel Erciel Newsom, 80
SICILY ISLAND — Cormel Erciel Newsom died Thursday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at First Baptist Church, Sicily Island. Visitation is 5 to 9 p.m. today at the church. Burial will be in New Pine Hill Cemetery, Sicily Island under the direction of Comer Funeral Home, Ferriday.

Nola R. Swanson, 74
YOUNGSVILLE — Nola R. Swanson formerly of West Monroe, a homemaker, died Wednesday. Graveside services are 2 p.m. Saturday at Roselawn Memorial Gardens under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Bevley Franklin Taylor, 88
WINNFIELD — Bevley Franklin Taylor, a foreman, died Wednesday. Burial will be in Garden of Memories Cemetery, Winnfield, under the direction of Southern Funeral Home, Winnfield.

Catherine W. Thomas, 73
JONES – Catherine W. Thomas died Monday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at St. Mark Missionary Baptist Church, Bonita. Visitation is 5 to 8 p.m. today at Mound Chapel Church, Jones. Burial is in Mound Chapel Cemetery, Jones, under the direction of Montgomery Funeral Home, Bastrop.

Christopher Thrasher, 27
PFC. Christopher Michael Thrasher of Monroe, a serviceman in the Army National Guard, died Wednesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Lamy Lane, Monroe.

Dehonna K. Walker, 20
Dehonna Kentiasha Walker of Monroe, a cook, died Wednesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Funerals by McFarland, Monroe.

Vincent L. Williams, 51
SHREVEPORT — Vincent Lamar Williams, a city of Shreveport maintenance employee, died Nov. 30. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Smith Funeral Home, Monroe. Visitation is 6 to 7 p.m. today at Winnfield Funeral Home, Winnfield. Burial will be in Richwood

Previously acknowledged
Bonnett, Warren: 11 a.m. Tuesday, First Apolistic Baptist Church, Bastrop.
Daniels, Catherine Mae: 2 p.m. Saturday, Cox Funeral Home, Oak Grove
Heard, Dorothy: 1 p.m. Monday, St. Luke Baptist Church, Benita.
Henry, Joe Jr.: 11 a.m. today, First Baptist Church, Homer.
Jacobs, Ethelene: Noon Saturday, St. Joseph Baptist Church, West Monroe.
Sims, Margie E. Giles: 10 a.m. today, Memorial Park Cemetery, Bastrop.
Sims, Willie Ray: 2 p.m. today, New Life Church of God, Bastrop.
Smith, Nettie L.: 1 p.m. Saturday, Second Missionary Baptist Church, Bastrop.
Stewart, Joe: Noon today, Macedonia Baptist Church, Mer Rouge.

December 9, 2006 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

NOVELLA A. BRADDOCK Riser Funeral Home Columbia, LA Services for Novella Auttonberry Braddock, age 94 of Grayson will be held at 2:00PM, Sunday, December 10, 2006 from the chapel of Riser Funeral Home in Columbia with Rev. James Carson officiating. Interment will follow in the Welcome Home Cemetery in Grayson. Mrs. Braddock was born in Clarks on October 1, 1912 to the union of Gilbert and Ida Waggoner Auttonberry and died Friday, December 8, 2006 at the Charlyne Nursing Center in Winnsboro. She was a retired florist having worked for over 50 years for Parker Flower Shop and McMullen Flower Shop in Monroe. She was a member of the Order of the Eastern Star in Monroe. She was also a member of the Grayson Baptist Church. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband: H.L."Jack" Braddock, her sister: Ozella A.Harris and her brothers: O.A. Auttonberry and Buddy Auttonberry. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband: H.L."Jack" Braddock, her sister: Ozella A.Harris and her brothers: O.A. Auttonberry and Buddy Auttonberry. Survivors include sister: Nobie A. Davis of Winnsboro, five nephews and two nieces. Pallbearers will be Donnie Harris, Alton Davis, Glynn Davis, Ralph Davis, Cody Davis and Marty Cox. Visitation will be Saturday from 3:00PM until 6:00PM. and Sunday from 9:00AM until time of services at Riser Funeral Home, 7131 Hwy 165, Columbia, LA 71418.

THOMAS DEVOUGHAN (SONNY) DAY, SR. Better known as (COWBOY) Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road, Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mr. Thomas Devoughan (Sonny) Day, Sr., better known as COWBOY, 69, of Monroe, will be at 2:00PM Sunday, December 10, 2006, at Swartz First Assembly of God Church with Rev. Gerald Lewis, Rev. Bill Lewis, and Rev John Colbaugh officiating. Interment will follow in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Mr. Day was born June 20, 1937 in Monroe, LA and passed away Thursday, December 7, 2006, at St. Francis Medical Center after a brief illness. Sonny graduated from Ouachita Parish High School and lettered in baseball, basketball, track and football. He loved to play golf and hunt. He worked 40 years as a local contractor, currently semi-retired. He was also an alumuni of ULM. He played pro football with Houston Oilers. Sonny Day was a lifetime member of the LQHBA (Louisiana Quarter Horse Breeders Assoc.). He served on the Board of Directors for three years as president. He was a lifetime member of the AQHA (American Quarter Horse Assoc.) and served on the Racing Committee. He was a member of Swartz First Assembly of God Church. He was preceded in death by his parents, T. O. and Ethel Day; and sister, Helen Antley. Mr. Day is survived by his wife, Attie Kay Day; sons, Richard Duane Day and wife Judy, Thomas Devoughan Day, Jr., Tony Walker and wife Vanessa, Brad Walker and wife Donna, and Kendall Walker and wife Leigh Anne; daughter, Debra Matteen Hardin; grandchildren, Christina Halsell, Candice Halsell Perkins, Jessica Hardin, Austin, Gavin, and Logan Walker, Zack, Bailey, and Ryan Walker; Karlee Walker; three great grand children; beloved brother and friend, Burl Humphries; and nieces and nephews. Pallbearers will be Burl Humphries, Russell Day, Bobby Manes, Patrick Anderson, Sr., Ed Hakim, and Johnny Maroney. Honorary pallbearers will be Cliff Humphries, Durwood Waldrop, and Roger McClanahan, Sr. Visitation will be Saturday from 5:00 PM until 9:00 PM at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Memorials may be made to the American Heart Association. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com

MRS. CLARA MAE LOGAN LUFFEY Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road, Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mrs. Clara Mae Logan Luffey, 84, of Monroe, will be at 2:00PM Saturday, December 9, 2006, in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe with Rev. Marcelle Crow officiating. Interment will follow in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery. Mrs. Luffey was born May 25, 1922 in Mer Rouge, LA and passed away Thursday, December 7, 2006 at her residence. She was a charter member of Reveille United Methodist Church. Mrs. Luffey is preceded in death by her husband, Mike Luffey, mother, Myrtle Daniel Logan, father, W.M. Logan, and son-in-law, Robert F. Rhone, Jr. Mrs. Luffey is survived by her son, William Michael Luffey and wife Sharon Swift Luffey of Olive Branch, MS; daughter, Frances Luffey Rhone of Monroe, LA; granddaughter, Rebekah Luffey; and grandson, Michael Luffey, Jr. Visitation will be Saturday from 12:00 PM until 2:00 PM at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to River Cities Humane Society for Cats, or Grace's Home for abused animals. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com

HARRY E. MOCK Gill First National Funeral Home Winnsboro, LA Funeral services for Harry E. Mock, 94, of Baskin will be held at 2:00PM Sunday, December 10, 2006 in Baskin Baptist Church with Rev. Marion Spence officiating. interment will follow in Providence Memorial Cemetery in Winnsboro under the direction of Gill First National Funeral Home in Winnsboro. Visitation will be Saturday from 5:00PM-9:00PM at the funeral home. He was born to Richard and Alice Fife Mock on August 16, 1912 in Baskin and passed from this life on December 7, 2006 at his residence in Baskin. Mr. Mock was a member of Baskin Baptist Church and a lifelong Franklin Parish farmer. He was a long time member of Franklin Parish Farm Bureau, the Farmer's Home Administration Committee, and a County Committee member of the Franklin Parish ASCS office. In addition to his local agriculture affiliation, Mr. Mock served as an instructor for veterans of WWII and the Korean Conflict in an agriculture training program. He was preceded in death by his parents; wife Charlie Aline Mock; son Charles Mock, and an infant grandson Lane Mock. He is survived by three children: Mary Hedrick of Baskin, Harry E. Mock, Jr. and wife Nona, of Winnsboro and Barbara Gusky and husband Mike of New Roads; daughter-in-law Cheryl Mock; sister Edith Stephenson of Bastrop; 15 grandchildren, 13 great-grandchildren and numerous other relative and friends. Pallbearers will be Bryan Hedrick, Joey Hedrick, Tommy Hedrick, Barkley Knight, Billy Mock and Shane Mock. Planned memorial may be made to Baskin Baptist Church Building Fund. To sign the guestbook online or view video tribute visit www.gillfirstnational.com

THOMAS L. PETERS Samart Funeral Home Raceland, LA Service for Thomas L. Peters, 54 of Raceland, LA formerly of Monroe will be held at 11:00AM Saturday, December 9, 2006 at St. Hilary of Poitiers Catholic Church in Raceland, LA under the direction of Samart Funeral Home. Tommy passed away December 6, 2006 at his residence after a lengthy illness. Tommy had a great love for sports and was a huge LSU and Saints fan. He will be well remembered by many friends and family. Tommy was preceded in death by his father Cecil Peters. Survivors include his wife Theresa Peters of Raceland, LA; daughter Sara Scurlock and husband Trevor of Gray, LA; stepson Scott Hartman; mother Lillian Peters Avery of Monroe, LA; brother Ken Peters and wife Gayle; sisters Carole Becton and husband Bill, Sandi Russell and husband Rob all of Monroe, LA, Sherri Traylor and husband Nathan; Debbie Wills and husband Don of West Monroe and numerous nieces and nephews.

SALLY DINGLER SCHMITT Southern Funeral Homes Winnfield, LA Funeral services for Sally Dingler Schmitt, age 57, will be held at 10:00AM, Saturday, December 9, 2006 at the Southern Funeral Home in Winnfield, LA. with Reverend Perry Lassiter officiating. Family will receive friends at the funeral home on Friday evening beginning at 5:00PM until 8:00PM. Our dearest Sally, born on February 11, 1949 in Massapequa, New York went to be with our Lord Wednesday, December 6, 2006 while visiting her family in West Monroe, LA. She bravely fought a long battle with cancer. She was preceded in death by her mother Jacqueline Butler, Step-father Clayton Butler; father, Edward Robert Dingler and brother Bill Dingler. She is survived by her husband David Schmitt, Reno, Nevada; daughter Lisa Kouns and son Robert Pickard both of West Monroe, LA; five grandchildren, James McCarty of West Monroe, LA., Mistie Williamson of Ruston, LA., Ashlee Allbritton of West Monroe, LA., Chelsea Pickard of West Monroe, LA and Crista McKee of West Monroe, LA.; three great-grandchildren, Jacob, Justin and DJ McCarty; two brothers, John Dingler of Winnfield, LA and Bobby Dingler of Sikes, LA; and four sisters, Martha Dingler of West Monroe, LA., Jackie Henderson of Winnfield, LA., April Powell of Montgomery, LA. and Jeanette Dudgeon of West Monroe, LA. Sally lived with her husband in Reno, Nevada where they were members of South Reno Baptist Church. She loved reading, gardening, rock hunting, and taking long walks in the desert, but her greatest love by far was for her family. Sally worked for Riverwood International in West Monroe, LA, and then transferred to Atlanta, GA when their corporate offices moved in 1993. There, she met David in 1994 and they were married in 2002. She retired from Riverwood International in 2004 after 32 years. In 2004,Sally and her husband relocated to Reno, Nevada. Earlier this year, Sally was able to go on a 10-day, medical mission trip to Cambodia with other members of South Reno Baptist Church. She spent many hours reading stories from the Bible and telling the young children of Cambodia about our Lord God and His Son. Jesus (most heard these names for the first time). Pallbearers will be her nephews.

PFC CHRISTOPHER MICHAEL THRASHER Kilpatrick Funeral Home Monroe, LA Funeral services for PFC Christopher M. Thrasher, 27, will be 2:00PM, Sunday, December 10, 2006 in the Chapel of Kilpatrick Funeral Home of Monroe. Officiating will be Pastor Shane Creech. Interment will follow with full Military Honors at Monroe Memorial Park under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home of Monroe, LA. Christopher Michael Thrasher was born on July 24, 1979 and passed away on December 6, 2006. Chris was preceded in death by his maternal grandparents, Mary Margaret and Richard Lawler, Sr. and his paternal grandfather, Robert D. Thrasher. Survivors are his parents, Sandra Lawler and Keith Payne (Daddy) of Monroe, LA; father, Stephen Thrasher of West Monroe, LA; son, Christopher Brent Thrasher and daughter, Allison Paige Thrasher both of Eros, LA; brothers, Brandon Thrasher and wife India, and Keith L. Payne and wife Julie both of West Monroe, LA; sister, Crystal Read and husband Bob of West Monroe, LA; maternal grandmother, Dixie Thrasher; special friends, Mary Doughtie and husband George, Lisa Payne, Shirley Tharp, Dr. Barry Ricks and his wife Dr. Beth Jones Ricks and Sandy's "family" at Pediatric Associates and very special friend, Catherine Berry, and a host of aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins and dear friends. Chris was a devoted father to his two beloved children. He was also a member of the Assembly of God Church in West Monroe. Chris was a talented musician and his instrument of choice was the guitar. During active duty in the Army National Guard, Chris was one of the first responders of Hurricane Katrina and Hurricane Rita. Chris was a beloved son, brother and father who will be deeply missed by all that knew him. Pallbearers will be John Eric Miletello, Steven Nivens, Jacob Brady, Richard Wynn, Todd Atchinson and Aaron Griffis. Honorary pallbearers will be the Doctors of Pediatric Associates, Dr. Russell Bulloch and members of the Army National Guard of the 1022nd. Visitation will be 5:00PM until 8:00PM, Saturday, December 9, 2006 at Kilpatrick Funeral Home of Monroe, LA. Condolence messages may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com

VELMA MAE MCGREW WAGGONER Southern Funeral Home Jonesboro, LA Mrs. Velma Mae McGrew Waggoner, age 90 of Eros, died Thursday, December 7, 2006 at Glenwood Regional Hospital following a lengthy illness. Visitation will be held Saturday, December 9, 2006 at Mt. Olive Baptist Church, near Eros, from 4:00PM until time of service Sunday. Funeral services will be held Sunday, December 10, 2006 at 2:00PM in Mt. Olive Baptist Church with the Brother Jerry Fleming, Brother Larry Eubanks and Brother Mike Devallier officiating. Interment will be in the church cemetery under the direction of Southern Funeral Home of Jonesboro. Mrs. Waggoner was preceded in death by her husband, Printes Waggoner, Sr.; her son Printes Waggoner, Jr.; her parents, John and Ella Hargrove McGrew; brothers, Jesse McGrew, Alvin McGrew, George McGrew, J.W. (Buggan) McGrew, Jr.; sisters Elmer Wink and Nodie Belle Willis. She is survived by two daughters, Marie Varner and husband Harvey of Eros and Norma Massey and husband David of West Monroe; daughter-in-law, Margaret Waggoner of Eros; brother, Aussie Lee McGrew of Eros; sister, Lou Ella Buckner of Kennard, Texas; grandchildren, Ken Massey, Ronnie Massey, Pat Magee, Connie Carr, Glenn Varner, Chris Waggoner and Kim Wickham; 11 great grandchildren, 1 great-great grandchild and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Mrs. waggoner was a loving wife, mother and grandmother. She was a member of Mt. Olive Baptist Church. Honorary pallbearers will be Steven Reeves, Jeremy Carr and Chad Massey. Pallbearers will be Ken Massey, Ronnie Massey, Glenn Varner, Chris Waggoner, John Magee, Jerome Carr and Jeff Wickham. In lieu of flowers, it is requested that donations be made to the Mt. Olive Baptist Church building fund. www.southernfuneralhome.com

Edward Booker Sr., 61
RAYVILLE — Edward Booker Sr., a city of Rayville employee, died Thursday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville.

Vera Lee T. Bulloch, 85
Vera Lee Tingle Bulloch of Monroe, a retired registered nurse, died Wednesday. Services are 10 a.m. today at Memorial United Methodist Church. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Mausoleum under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe.

Cecil R. Clingan, 72
BASKIN — Cecil R. Clingan, a retired ginner, died Friday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home, Winnsboro.

Wesley E. Collier, 74
Wesley E. Collier of West Monroe, a service station attendant, died Thursday. Services are 1 p.m. Monday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Visitation is 5 to 8 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home. Burial is in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery, Monroe.

Effie Curry, 74
TALLULAH — Effie Curry, a cook, died Dec. 4. Services are 11 a.m. Monday at First Kingdom Missionary Baptist Church, Tallulah. Visitation is 5 to 6 p.m. Sunday at Beckwith Golden Gate Funeral Home, Tallulah. Burial will be in Oakwood Cemetery, Tallulah.

Cornelius Bell Fairley, 76
RAYVILLE — Cornelius "Miss C" Bell Fairley, a cook, died Saturday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Macedonia Baptist Church, Rayville. Burial is in Pleasant Grove Cemetery under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville.

Jessie E. Hendrix, 81
LAUREL, Md. — Jessie E. Hendrix, formerly of Calhoun, a florist and homemaker, died Friday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Booker T. Hubbard, 65
OAK RIDGE — Booker T. Hubbard, a homemaker, died Nov. 23. Services are 1 p.m. today at Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville. Burial will be in Cedar Grove Cemetery, Oak Ridge.

Doris Ella M. Johnese, 69
VIDALIA — Doris Ella Moncreif Johnese, a retired Concordia Parish School System food service employee, died Friday. Services are 2 p.m. Sunday at Comer Funeral Home, Ferriday. Visitation is 5 to 8 p.m. today at the funeral home. Burial will be in Natchez City Cemetery, Natchez, Miss.

Mildred Kennedy, 79
Mildred Kennedy of Monroe, a retired bookkeeper, died Friday. Services are 2 p.m. Sunday at Concord Methodist Church near Chatham. Visitation is 5 to 8 p.m. today at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Burial is in church cemetery.

Clara Mae L. Luffey, 84
Clara Mae Luffey of Monroe, a homemaker, died Thursday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Visitation is noon until time of services today at the funeral home. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery, Monroe.

John M. Miller, 70
DOWNSVILLE — John M. Miller, a retired oilfield worker, died Friday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Farrar Funeral Home, Farmerville.

Robert Earl Neal, 57
Robert Earl Neal of Monroe, a laborer, died Friday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Funerals by McFarland, Monroe.

Mickey J. Richards, 62
CLAYTON — Mickey J. Richards died Friday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Young's Funeral Home, Ferriday.

George Robinson, 58
MILWAUKEE, Wis. — George "Rock" Robinson, formerly of Sicily Island, a retired U.S. Postal Service employee, died Thursday. Services were Thursday at NorthWest Funeral Chapel, Milwaukee.

Henrietta Ross, 62
RAYVILLE — Henrietta Ross, a meter reader, died Tuesday. Services are 11 a.m. today at Mount Zion Baptist Church, Rayville. Burial is in St. Dee Cemetery, Start, under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville.

Lily Stoppleworth, 35
RUSTON — Lily Stoppleworth, a teacher, died Thursday. A memorial service is at 2 p.m. Sunday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Ruston.

Nola R. Swanson, 74
YOUNGSVILLE — Nola R. Swanson, formerly of West Monroe, a homemaker, died Wednesday. Graveside services are 2 p.m. today at Roselawn Memorial Gardens, Calhoun. Visitation is 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. today at Mulhearn Memorial Funeral Home, West Monroe.

James Wiggins, 73
TALLULAH — James Wiggins died Friday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Beckwith Golden Gate Funeral Home, Tallulah.

Mary Wineinger, 90
SHREVEPORT — Mary Caroline Nihart Wineinger, formerly of West Monroe, a homemaker, died Monday. Services are 2 p.m. today at McGuire United Methodist Church, West Monroe. Visitation is 1 p.m. until time of service at the church. Burial is in Roselawn Memorial Gardens, Calhoun, under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Previously acknowledged
Banks, James: 11 a.m. Monday, New Hopewell Baptist Church, Bernice.
Bonnett, Warren: 11 a.m. Tuesday, First Apolistic Baptist Church, Bastrop.
Bradford, Donald: 11 a.m. today, Liberty Christian Center, Monroe.
Bryant, Dennis: 11 a.m. today, Triumph Baptist Church, Monroe.
Cephus, Louise: 11 a.m. today, Oakwood Baptist Church, Waterproof.
Daniels, Catherine Mae: 2 p.m. today, Cox Funeral Home, Oak Grove.
DeGraffenreid, Bernard: 11 a.m. today, Hester Central State Funeral Home, Monroe.
Dismuke, Minnie O.: 2 p.m. today, True Vine Baptist Church, Monroe.
Green, Elnora "Granny": 1 p.m. today, County Line Baptist Church, Spearsville.
Hankins, Harold: 11 a.m. today, Southern Funeral Home, Jonesboro.
Harris, Joseph Ervin: 10 a.m. today, Monterey First Baptist Church, Monterey.
Heard, Dorothy: 1 p.m. today, St. Luke Baptist Church, Benita.
Jacobs, Ethelene: Noon today, St. Joseph Baptist Church, West Monroe.
McCain, John: 11 a.m. today, Rose-Neath Funeral Home, Arcadia.
Moses, Terrance: 1 p.m. today, Magnolia Baptist Church, Newellton.
Newsom, Cormel Erciel: 11 a.m. today, First Baptist Church, Sicily Island.
Smith, Nettie L.: 1 p.m. today, Second Missionary Baptist Church, Bastrop.
Thomas, Catherine W.: 1 p.m. today, St. Mark Missionary Baptist Church, Bonita.
Williams, Vincent L.: 11 a.m. today, Smith Funeral Home, Monroe.

December 10, 2006 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

SARAH BRUCE JORDAN BLISS Sarah Bruce Jordan Bliss, 85, passed away November 28, 2006 in Cary, NC. She is survived by her husband, Robert H. Bliss, and sons William R. and James A. Bliss. She was born in West Monroe, LA, and was the youngest of four children born to the late William and Martha Jordan. She received her BA degree from Louisiana Tech and was a member of Theta U. Sorority. She met her husband, Robert, when he was an Army pilot stationed at the Monroe Air Force Base. They were married in Mer Rouge, LA, and had been married over 60 years. She volunteered her services for many years at Meals on Wheels, Literacy Volunteers, FISH, and other church organizations. A memorial service was held at Woodland Terrace, Cary, NC, their residence for the past 5 years. With gratitude and in lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the American Red Cross or Salvation Army.

SEAN KEITH HANEMA Comayagua, Honduras Sean Hanemann was born 6-9-67 in Hammond, LA. He died 11-28-06 at age 39 in Comayagua, Honduras, Central America and was buried there 11-29-06. Sean was preceded in death by his grandparents Henry and Gertrude Hanemann of Covington, LA, and his grandfather Raymond "Frenchie" Genre of Hammond, LA; uncles Lynn McPherson of Atlanta, GA, and Hank Hanemann of Bogalusa, LA, and his step-grandfather S. B. "Son" Tingle of Jackson, MS. Survivors include his wife Carolina Hanemann, son Jean Marc Hanemann, daughter Jeanne Marie Hanemann, and his mother-in-law Esalina Pettit, all of Comayagua, Honduras; his mother Susan Tingle and father Gerald "Jerry" Hanemann, his brother Tpr. Jason Hanemann, LSP, sister-in-law Johnette, and their children Lauren, Emma, and Andrew Hanemann as well as step-father Sam Tingle, all of West Monroe, LA; grandmother Roselyn Genre of Hammond, LA; step-grandmother Frances Tingle of Jackson, MS; step-great-grandmother — Loree Montgomery of Carrollton, MS; and many other family and friends in Louisiana, Mississippi, Georgia, and Central America. Sean graduated Covington High School. He proudly served his country, attaining a top rank of E-5, 101st Airborne, U.S. Army. Sean was a decorated combat veteran, having served in Panama, Kuwait, and Desert Storm. He was retired disabled veteran. At the time of his death, Sean and his wife owned and operated Hanemann's Restaurant as well as other businesses Comayagua. Sean and Carolina brought some Cajun cooking and story-telling and a little bit of home to soldiers, airmen, and other expatriates in Honduras. He played a major role in rebuilding his community following the devastation left by Hurricane Mitch. He was nicknamed "HonduCajun" by his friends in Honduras because he truly embraced the culture and the people of his native Louisiana as well as those of his adopted Central American home. Sean's hobbies included cooking, sharing time with family and friends, fishing, hunting, golfing, and any other outdoor sport. Sean was a loving son, a great father, a good brother, a faithful husband, and a true friend. He fully loved his family and, if you ever had the good fortune to meet Sean, you had a friend for life. Sean lived the life he loved and loved the life he lived. We are all better for having known him and all of our lives are lessened by his passing. His family and friends will miss him deeply. Family and friends may share memories and offer condolences on the Web at http://sean-hanemann.memoryof.com.

MILDRED JOY JOHNSON KENNEDY Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mildred Kennedy a retired bookkeeper, 79, of Monroe, LA will be 2:00PM, Sunday, December 10, 2006 at Concord Methodist Church of Chatham, LA with Rev. Woody Rimes officiating. Interment to follow at Concord Church Cemetery, Chatham, LA under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Mrs. Kennedy was born August 22, 1927 to the union of Doris Mae and Monroe Guice Johnson in Winnsboro, LA. She passed away December 8, 2006 in Monroe, LA at home with her Family. Mrs. Kennedy is preceded in death by her husband H.H. "Punkin" Kennedy, son Thomas Monroe "Tommy" Kennedy, parents, brothers Aubrey Peyton Johnson and Bobbie Monroe Johnson, niece Rebekah Ferguson. Mrs. Kennedy is survived by her daughters Janice Waldrop and husband David of Monroe, Stella Hemphill and her husband Steven of West Monroe, son James David Kennedy and wife LaNan of Forrest City, AR, sister Mary Louise Ferguson and husband Bill of Shreveport, brother Darrell L. Johnson and special sister-in-law Mary of Monroe, LA, Special friend and "heart" daughter Kay Booth and husband George of West Monroe. Grandchildren Michael Waldrop, Windie Hendrix and husband Keith, Sammantha Wilhite and husband Joey, Gayle Lowrey and husband Kevin, James David Kennedy, Jr., Peyton and Spencer Hemphill, 9 great grandchildren and a host of nieces and nephews. Pallbearers will be Harry Ferguson, Wayne Johnson, Devone Kennedy, Roy Lynn Kennedy, Henry "Flip" McDonald and Terry Duckett. Honorary Pallbearers will be B.A. Walker, Mike Shepherd, R.L. Johnson, Carlton Smith, George S. Booth and grandsons. The family wishes to express our sincere appreciation to the many wonderful people who have sustained her in her courageous battle — United Home Health, especially Robert Andrea and Elizabeth; Patient's Choice Hospice, Debbie Suzanne, and Reverend Don Lanier; Forest Glade Church family Homemakers Sunday School Class; and Leesa Cooper of the News Star; Ouachita Council on Aging, Willie Mae and Katie Allen; dear friend Bobbie McMullen. Isaiah 40:31, "But they that wait upon the Lord shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings as eagles; they shall run and not be weary; and they shall walk, and not faint." Visitation will be Saturday, December 9, 2006 from 5:00PM to 8:00 PM at Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA and Sunday, 1:00PM to service time at Concord Methodist Church at Chatham. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes. com

JOHN M. MILLER "BUCK" Farrar Funeral Home Farmerville, LA. Funeral services for Mr. John M. Miller ?227-132?Buck", 70, of Point-Wilhite, LA. Will be held at 11:00AM Monday, Dec. 11, 2006 at Farrar Funeral Home with Bros. Clyde Kelley and Donovan Saunders officiating. Interment will be in Eros, LA. at Mt. Olive Baptist Church Cemetery. Arrangements are under the direction of Farrar Funeral Home of Farmerville. Mr. Miller, a retired oilfield platform supervisor, died Friday, Dec. 8, 2006. He was a Korean War Veteran, a member of the NRA, an avid hunter and outdoorsman, a loving husband of 48 years, as well as a loving father and grandfather. He was their hero. Survivors include his wife, Florece Miller of Point-Wilhite, LA.; 6 children: Sherri Henderson and husband, Joe of Calhoun, LA.; James Miller and wife, Angela of Holmesville, LA.; Donna Saunders and husband, Donovan of Sterlington, LA.; Evelyn Tatum and husband, James of Farmerville, LA.; David Miller and wife, Christy of Point-Wilhite, LA.; and Danyal Loftin and husband, Michael of Shreveport, LA. 3 brothers: James Miller of Shreveport, LA.; Glenn Miller of West Monroe, LA.; and Kenneth Miller also of West Monroe. 4 sisters: Mae Griffith of West Monroe, LA.; Maudie Gibson of West Monroe; Patricia Castleberry of Texas and Virginia Hemphill of Alexandria, LA. 16 Grandchildren: Joseph Henderson, Mickie Crawford, Tabitha Henderson, James Ray Miller, Jr., Kelly Miller, Natalie Saunders, Diana Saunders, Kristy Saunders, Cody Tatum, Hunter Tatum, Chelsea Long, Shelby Loftin, Hollie McCormick, Shane McCormick, Joseph Hutchison, and Tristan Miller. 10 Great Grandchildren: Lily, Elisha, Abby, Lucy, Madison, Cadience, Makayla, Audrey, Joshua and Ethan. And a host of other relatives. Pallbearers are Joseph Henderson, James Miller, Jr., Cody Tatum, Joe Henderson, James Tatum and Shane McCormick. Honorary pallbearers are the other grandsons. Visitation will be 4:00PM-8:00PM Sunday and again Monday from 9:00AM until time of service at Farrar Funeral Home in Farmerville. Friends may send messages to the family at www.farrarfh.com

LUCILLE VIRGINIA NOBLES Brown Holley Funeral Home Rayville, LA Funeral services for Lucille Virginia Nobles, age 69, will be held 10 AM Monday, December 11, 2006 at First Baptist Church of Archibald with Rev. Jimmy Goodman and Rev. Pat Lofton officiating. Interment will follow in Lynn Cemetery in Archibald, LA under the direction of Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Rayville. Lucille Nobles was born on April 26, 1937 in Yazoo City, MS and passed away on December 8, 2006 in Monroe, LA. She is preceded in death by her parents, Thomas Allen and Idella Cruse Turnage; brother, James Allen Turnage, Sr; brother, Thomas Turnage; half-sister, Dovie Nugent; half-brother, Roy Tarver; and a granddaughter, Rachel Marie Woods. Survivors include her husband, James "BoBo" Nobles of Baskin, LA; 5 children, Robert Allen "Rocky" Nobles & wife, Debbie of Liddieville, LA; Thomas Earl "Bubba" Nobles of Baskin, LA; Tammie Woods & husband, Roger of Archibald, LA; Polly Cunningham & husband, Eddie, Sr. of Baskin, LA; Christy Weed & husband, Bryan of Archibald, LA; and a host of Nieces, Nephews, and close Family and Friends. Pallbearers will be Gary Nobles, Scott Nugent, Randy Nugent, Wendy Eubanks, Ronald Eubanks, Rayne Jordan, and Tom Henderix, Jr. Visitation will be Sunday, December 10, 2006 from 5:00PM — 9:00PM at First Baptist Church of Archibald. To leave a message of condolence for the family go to www.brownholleyfuneralhome. com

BLANCHE ODOM RABUN-DILLON Kilpatrick Funeral Home Farmerville, LA Funeral services for Blanche Odom Rabun-Dillon, 86, of Monroe will be held 10:00AM Monday December 11, 2006 in the Chapel of Kilpatrick F.H. in Farmerville, LA., with Rev. David Martin officiating. A private burial will be held at Liberty Hill-Taylor Cemetery outside Farmerville, LA. Visitation will be 5:00 P.M. until 7:00PM Sunday December 10, 2006 at Kilpatrick Funeral Home in Farmerville. Mrs. Dillon died Saturday, December 9, 2006, following a lengthy illness. She was a native and longtime resident of Farmerville, a member of the Farmerville United Methodist Church, a charter member of the Entro Nos Book Club, a retired employee of LA State Department of Public Safety Motor Vehicles, and a retired business owner with her late husband James A. Rabun. After moving to Monroe in 1979,. She was for many years an active member of the Twin City Arts Foundation and the Monroe Art Association. She was also an early supporter and member of the Ouachita River Art Guild. Blanches love of art and painting was evident to all who knew her, and her talent recognized in prize-winning watercolors and oils exhibited locally. She was a member of St. Paul's United Methodist Church and later Lea Joyner United Methodist Church. Mrs. Dillon is preceded in death by her husband John Raleigh Dillon, her parents L.B. and Mattie Taylor Odom, and her brother L.B. Odom, Jr. Survivors include sons J. Michael Rabun of Farmerville, LA. and Marc O. Rabun of Lafeyette, LA. daughter, Andree Rabun Fitzgerald and son-in-law Larry V. Fitzgerald of Monroe; sister Jean Odom Wadlington of Monroe; and four grandchildren Matthew Fitzgerald of Monroe, LA and Emily Fitzgerald Goode and Husband Jack of Monroe, LA , Mary K Rabun Oglesby and Husband Larry of Austin, TX and Jim Rabun of Seattle, WA; four great-grandchildren Jade, Jordan, and Rabun Oglesby of Austin, TX; and Olivia Kate Goode of Monroe, LA, two nephews Kerry H. Emmons of Jacksonville, FL and Christopher G. Wadlington of Lafayette, LA; and special friends and caregivers Don and Beth Day of Columbia,.LA and Ethel Dickens of Monroe, LA. A special thanks to the Staff and caregivers at Avalon Place of Monroe, LA. Memorial Contributions may be made to the American Diabetes Association, Ouachita River Art Guild or The Methodist Childrens Home in Ruston, LA. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes. com.

Huey Olarson Alwell, 73
FERRIDAY — Huey Olarson Alwell, a retired Armstrong Tire and Rubber Co. employee, died Friday. Graveside service is at 1 p.m. Monday at Pease Cemetery near Larto. Visitation is 5-7 p.m. today at Comer Funeral Home, Ferriday.

Blanche L. Barrett, 87
Blanche L. Barrett of West Monroe, a homemaker, died Saturday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Novella A. Braddock, 94
GRAYSON — Novella Auttonberry Braddock, a retired florist, died Friday. Services are at 2 p.m. today at Riser Funeral Home, Columbia. Visitation is from 9 a.m. until time of service at the funeral home. Burial is in Welcome Home Cemetery in Grayson.

Cecil R. Clingan, 72
BASKIN — Cecil R. Clingan, a retired gin mechanic, died Friday. Services are at 10 a.m. Monday at Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home, Winnsboro. Visitation is 5-9 p.m. today at the funeral home. Burial is in Reagan Cemetery, Baskin.

Thomas D. Day Sr., 69
Thomas Devoughan "Sonny" Day Sr. of Monroe, a contractor, died Thursday. Services are at 2 p.m. today at Swartz First Assembly of God Church. Burial is in Mulhearn Memorial Park under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe.

James Calvin Gibson, 80
CLARKS — James Calvin Gibson, a sawmill worker, died Friday. Arrangements are incomplete at Funerals by McFarland of Monroe.

Sharon F. Graves, 58
FARMERVILLE — Sharon F. Graves, a retired junior high school teacher, died Saturday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Irvin McDaniel, 85
Irvin McDaniel of Calhoun, a retired dairy farmer, died Saturday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Harry E. Mock Sr., 94
BASKIN — Harry E. Mock Sr., a retired farmer, died Thursday. Services are at 2 p.m. today at Baskin Baptist Church. Burial is in Providence Memorial Cemetery.

Marshall Kent Parks, 47
PORT BYRON, Ill. — Marshall Kent Parks, formerly of Wisner, a teacher, died Friday. Funeral arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home of Winnsboro.

Dorothy 'Dottie' Pitts, 67
Dorothy "Dottie" Pitts of Monroe, a homemaker, died Friday. Funeral arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe.

Mickey J. Richards Sr., 62
CLAYTON — Mickey J. Richards Sr., a lineman for Entergy, died Friday. A memorial service is at 7:30 p.m. Monday at Young's Funeral Home, Ferriday. Visitation is from 5 p.m. until time of service Monday at the funeral home. Burial is private.

Charles R. Smith Jr., 85
PIONEER — Charles Randolph Smith Jr., a former meat packing company employee, died Friday. The funeral is at 2 p.m. today at Cox Funeral Home, Oak Grove. Visitation is from 8 a.m. until time of service at the funeral home. Burial is in Forest Corner Cemetery, Forest.

Previously acknowledged
Banks, James: 11 a.m. Monday, New Hopewell Baptist Church, Bernice.
Bonnett, Warren: 11 a.m. Tuesday, First Apolistic Baptist Church, Bastrop.
Collier, Wesley E.: 1 p.m. Monday, Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.
Curry, Effie: 11 a.m. Monday, First Kingdom Missionary Baptist Church, Tallulah.
Johnese, Doris Ella M.: 2 p.m. today, Comer Funeral Home, Ferriday.
Kennedy, Mildred: 2 p.m. today, Concord Methodist Church near Chatham.
Stoppleworth, Lily: 2 p.m. today, Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Ruston

December 11, 2006 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

MRS. BLANCHE LOVELADY BARRETT Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral Services for Mrs. Blanche Lovelady Barrett, 87, of West Monroe, LA will be held at 2:00PM Monday December 11, 2006, in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA with Rev. Monica Monk and Rev. Johnny Hankins officiating. Burial will be in the St. Paschal Catholic Church Cemetery. Mrs. Barrett died on December 9, 2006 at the St. Francis Medical Center in Monroe. She was an active member of the Asbury United Methodist Church in West Monroe. Mrs. Barrett was a Honorary member of the Knights of Columbus Ladies Auxiliary of St. Paschal Catholic Church. Mrs. Barrett was preceded in death by her husband, Mr. Fred L. Barrett. Survivors include her children, Nadine Odom and husband Carroll of West Monroe, LA, Michael Barrett and wife Peggy of West Monroe, LA, Travis Barrett and wife Patty of Choudrant, LA, Danny Barrett of West Monroe, LA, Donald Barrett of Little Rock, AR and Ronald Barrett and wife Pam of Petal, MS; brother, Fred Lovelady of West Monroe, LA; two sisters, Sybil Pace of West Monroe, LA and Minnie Dedrick of California; fourteen grandchildren, ten great grand children, numerous nieces and nephews and a host of friends. Mrs. Barrett's grandsons will serve as pallbearers, Jason Barrett, Jeremy Barrett, Brian Odom, Ryan Barrett, Allen Odom, Stephen Barrett and Daniel Barrett. Visitation will be from 11:00AM until service time Monday at Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Memorials may be made to the Asbury United Methodist Church or to the St. Paschal Catholic Church Building Fund. Online Registry/ Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome. com

MR. WESLEY "WES" COLLIER Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mr. Wesley "Wes" Collier, of West Monroe, will be 1:00PM, Monday, December 11, 2006 at Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA with Rev. Paul Solice officiating. Interment will follow at Memorial Park Cemetery in Monroe under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Mr. Collier was born October 9, 1932 in Chase, LA and passed away December 7, 2006 in Monroe, LA. Mr. Collier was preceded in death by his parents Marshall and Hettie Jones Eubanks, sons; James Morganthall, brother, Frank Collier, sisters, Sue McDuffie, and Debbie Finley. Mr. Collier is survived by his wife Dorothy Ashley Collier; son, Billy J. Morganthall, 2 daughters, Pamela G. Shelton, and Annette Smith, 6 grand children, James Ray Morganthall, Charlie Morganthall, Christy Chambers, Micheal Wesley Collier, Patrick Ashley Collier, and Joshua Shane Monganthall; brother, Charlie Collier, 4 sisters, Catherine Beach, Vivian Gordan, Gratchel Boothe, and Sandra Porter, 11 great grandchildren, several nieces, nephews and extended family. Visitation will be Monday, December 11, 2006 from 9:00AM til service time Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes. com

MRS. SHARON FAYE PARSONS GRAVES Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mrs. Sharon Graves, 58, of West Monroe, LA will be held at 2:00PM Tuesday, December 12, 2006, at First Baptist Church- Calhoun, with Rev. Neil Everett and Rev W.A. "Dub" Massey officiating. Interment to follow at Roselawn Memorial Gardens-Calhoun, LA, under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home. Mrs. Graves was born July 23, 1948 in West Monroe, LA and died December 9, 2006 at her residence in Bernice. She was preceded in death by her father, Henry Parsons; and her sister, Shirley Parsons. Mrs. Graves was a member of First Baptist Church in Calhoun, where she taught Sunday School for many years. She retired from Ouachita Parish School System with over 33 years of service. She taught English to West Monroe Junior High students for most of those 33 years. Mrs. Graves was a longtime leader of Fellowship of Christian Students. She received the honor of Louisiana Junior High Teacher of the Year in 1990. She was totally dedicated to spoiling her five grandkids. Survivors include her husband, Bobby J. Graves; children, Angela D. Platt Graves and Matthew H. Graves and wife Jennifer; five grandchildren, Justin K. McCoy, Mallory N. Graves, Angela R. Platt, Jailyn E. Graves and D.J. Platt; mother, Virgia M. Parsons; brother, George Parsons and wife Beth; three sisters, Billie Owens and husband Leon, Thelma Clement, Lynn Parsons; and numerous nieces and nephews. Pallbearers will be Robert Forrest, Mike Kerrigan, Von Parker, Brian Boney, James Futrell and John Paul Rieger. Honorary Pallbearers will be Jerry Lovett, Jack McCown and Ewell Camp. Visitation will be held from 5:00PM until 8:00PM. Monday December 11, 2006 at Kilpatrick Funeral Home-West Monroe. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com.

RICHARD WALTER "DICK" HUDSON Kilpatrick Funeral Home Ruston, LA Memorial service for Richard Walter "Dick" Hudson, age 80, will be Tuesday, December 12, 2006 at 2:00 P.M. at Temple Baptist Church in Ruston with Rick Byargeon, Doug McGuire, and Dale Oden officiating under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home of Ruston, LA. The family will receive friends at Kilpatrick Funeral Home Monday, December 11, 2006 from 4:00 until 8:00PM. Dick went to be with the Lord on Sunday, December 10, 2006 in Ruston, LA after a short battle with brain cancer. He was a lifelong resident of Ruston whose faith, trust, and love in God brought him thus far. In life he served in the Navel Air Corp during WWII as a pilot flying PBY's in the Atlantic and the Gulf on submarine duty. He attended Louisiana Tech University and until his graduation was the only photographer for the University. He held numerous positions during his life; he was a member of the Ruston Kiwanis Club, Past President and on the Board of Directors for the Louisiana Oil Marketers Association. He served as Commander of the VFW and was owner of Hudson Oil Company, Inc. He was a member of Trinity United Methodist Church from 1957 — 1999 and Temple Baptist Church from 1999 to present. There he was a faithful servant and also sang in both choirs. Preceded in death by his wife of 39 years, Della Elizabeth "Beth" Hudson and parents Melvin O. and Ethel Hudson. He is survived by his wife Erma Faulkner Hudson, children Dell Futrell Beard and husband Kerry of Ruston, Greg Hudson and companion Dona Goertz of Ruston, Marta Campbell and husband Alan of Homer, Gary Faulkner and wife Staci of Houston, TX, Mark Faulkner and wife Brigitte of Paso Robles, California, and Lori Wyatt and husband Chris of Ruston, brother, Melvin Hudson of Fairbanks, Alaska and sisters Erma Anderson of Bossier City, LA and Alice Newmann of Elgin, Texas and numerous nieces and nephews. Grandchildren include: Tom Futrell and wife Leslea, Dan Futrell and wife Jennifer, Christy and Julie Beard, Zach Hudson and wife Sharon, Matthew Hudson, Philip, Jared and Sean Campbell; William, Thomas, Alexandra and Jackson Faulkner; Tiffany Faulkner and Anna Claire and Holly Wyatt; one great granddaughter Elizabeth Ann Hudson; and a multitude of friends. Honorary pallbearers will be A. Q. "Sonny" Mabry, Ira Taylor, John Armstrong, Colonel Richard Lewis, R. C. "Chick" Ellis, Robert H. " Bob" Ferrington, Robert Hearn, Jimmy Mize, Dr. Benjamin Baugh, Mack Estes, Charles Hoffman, Kenny Crump, Bill Hayes, Richard Moore, Pat Smith, Lon Bass, and Lynn Hawkins. In lieu of flowers please make donations to the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, National Cancer Society and Make-A-Wish Foundation. Thank you to the wonderful staff of Hospice of Caring Hearts with special hugs and love to Stacie Jimmerson.

ERRY R. "J.J., LIL MAN, JESSE" JOHNSON Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road, Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mr. Jerry R. "J. J., Lil Man, Jesse" Johnson, 71, of Monroe, will be at 10:00AM Tuesday, December 12, 2006, at St. Paschal's Catholic Church with Rev. Mike Haney officiating. Interment will follow in St. Paschal's Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Mr. Johnson was born November 19, 1935 in Monroe, LA and passed away Saturday, December 9, 2006, at his residence after a lengthy illness. He was a United States Marine veteran and a devout Catholic. Mr. Johnson is survived by his wife, Anne Rizzo Johnson; daughter, Jackie Walker; son, Jerry Roy Johnson, Jr.; grandsons, Todd Walker and wife Nikki, Jeremy Walker and wife Nichole, and Butch Hopfinger; step grandson, Matt Norsworthy; great grand children, Hunter, Erin, Blake, Kyleigh Anne Walker, and Margaret, Ashlee, and Kyle Descant; brother, Cecil Johnson, brother-in-law, Billy Hargiss and wife Angie; and special friend, Kristi Noble. Pallbearers will be Raymond Walters, Charles Hampton, Jerry Pitman, Brian Hargiss, Timmy Hargiss, James Harper, Brian Zeagler, and Don Hill. Honorary Pallbearers will be Charles Venable, Bruce Groom, Charles Moore, Luce Frederick, Lea Dana, and David Martin. Visitation will be Monday from 5:00PM until 8:00PM and a Vigil Wake service at 5:30PM at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. The family wishes to express Special Thanks to Dr. Raines, his nurse Lanae, and Patients Choice Hospice for their care and concern shown to the Johnson Family. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com

MR. IRVIN MCDANIEL Kilpatrick Funeral Home MATTY LYNN EVANS Sterlington Road, Monroe, LA West Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mr. Irvin McDaniel, 85, of Calhoun, LA will be held at 11:00AM Tuesday December 12, 2006 at Kilpatrick Funeral Home-West Monroe with Rev. Tommy Speights and Rev Dub Massey officiating. Interment to follow at Roselawn Memorial Gardens, under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home-West Monroe. Mr. McDaniel was born January 20,1921 in Downsville, LA and died December 9,2006 in Ruston, LA. Mr. McDaniel was a retired dairy farmer and served over 5 years in U.S.Army during World War II. Survivors include his wife, Grace McDaniel of Calhoun; two daughters, Linda McDaniel of Calhoun and Charlotte Whitworth of West Monroe; brother, Louis McDaniel and wife Glenda of Ft. Worth, TX; two grandchildren, Andrew Whitworth and Emily Whitworth; and several nieces and nephews. Pallbearers will be Ray Chapman, Ray Walters, Jerry Saxon, Charles Staples, Robert Calhoun and Kurt Tedeton. Visitation will be held from 5:00PM until 8:00PM Monday at the funeral home. The family would like to send a heartfelt thanks to the staff and CNA's at Alpine Nursing Center for their care of Mr. McDaniel during his illness. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes. com Mulhearn Funeral Home Graveside services for Matty Lynn Smith Evans, 87, of Monroe, will be held at 12:00PM Monday, December 11, 2006, at Mulhearn Memorial Park Mausoleum Chapel with long time friend, Rev. Darrell Washam officiating. Interment will follow in Mulhearn Memorial Park Mausoleum under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Matty Lynn was born August 31, 1919 in Poplarville, MS. She graduated from Poplarville High School and was Valedictorian of her class. She was a graduate of the University of Southern Mississippi with a BS degree. She was a member of College Place Baptist Church, a former member of the Fort Miro Chapter of the DAR, and the Monroe Garden Club. She was a member of Alpha Sigma Alpha Sorority. She retired from the United States Office of Agriculture. Matty Lynn was an avid reader and also traveled the world many times during her life. Matty Lynn was preceded in death by her devoted husband, Russell James Evans; her parents, Fred Williams Smith, Sr. and Elsie Pigott Smith; her sister, Elsewood Smith Magee and husband William E. Magee, Jr.; and her brother, Dr. Fred William Smith, Jr. Matty Lynn Evans is survived by a loving and caring family. Her nieces, Annwood Magee Jenkins and husband Darryl of Monroe, Billie Hannah Magee Odom and husband Harry of Hernando, MS; her nephews, Fred William Smith, III and wife Karen, Dr. Mark Provost Smith and wife Susan, all of Brookhaven, MS, and Russell Blake Smith and wife Rosie of Woodstock, GA; her sister-in-law, Miriam Provost Smith of Brookhaven, MS; also great nieces and nephews that she loved dearly, Lee Jenkins, Lynn Jenkins Box, Brent Carr Weathers, Blake Carr, Brad Smith, Elizabeth Smith Allen, Chad Smith, and Craig Smith. She is also survived by ten great great nieces and nephews. Visitation will be Monday from 11:30 AM until 12:00 PM at Mulhearn Memorial Park Mausoleum Chapel. The family would like to thank the staff of Avalon Place and especially her nurse, John Cox, also St. Francis CCU, and Dr. Richard Vines. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to College Place Baptist Church or the Louisiana Baptist Children's Home. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com

HESTER OSTTEN MILLS Riser Funeral Home Columbia, LA Services for Hester Ostteen Mills, age 80 of Columbia will be held at 2:00PM., Tuesday, December 12, 2006 from the chapel of Riser Funeral Home in Columbia with Rev. Robert Myatt and Rev. Bo Prather officiating. Interment will follow in the Burroughs Garden of Memories east of Columbia. Mrs. Mills was born in Hebert on July 17, 1926 to the union of Walter Lee and Emma Etier Ostteen and died Sunday, December 10, 2006 at the Colonial Manor Nursing Center in Rayville. She was a homemaker and a member of the First Church of God in Columbia. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband: Grady Mills, her daughter: Mary Wilson, her brothers: Walter Lee Ostteen, Jr. and Claude Ostteen and her sister: Dit Thomas. Survivors include her daughter: Bee McManus and her husband: Larry of Rayville, her grandchildren: Benjamin Wilson and his wife: Stacy of Urania, Troy Brown and his wife: Patty of Topeka, KS, Timothy Brown and his wife: Tonya of Columbia, Kimberly Skinner and her husband: Ron of Urania, Michelle Day and her husband: John of Mandeville, Lisa Valentine and her husband: Donnie of Trout, Sarah Ford and her husband: James of Urania and Heather Thompson of Monroe, her 15 great grand children her brothers: V.H. Ostteen of Columbia and J.V.Ostteen of Monroe, her sisters-in-law: Allie Ostteen of Kelly and Eve Ostteen of Lafayette. Pallbearers will be Michael Couch, Thomas Duff, Kevin Daugherty, James Ford, Ron Skinner, Donnie Valentine and Michael Duff. Visitation will be Monday from 5:00PM until 9:00PM and Tuesday from 9:00AM until time of services at Riser Funeral Home, 7131 Hwy 165, Columbia

LUCILLE VIRGINIA NOBLES Brown Holley Funeral Home Rayville, LA Funeral services for Lucille Virginia Nobles, age 69, will be held 10:00AM Monday, December 11, 2006 at First Baptist Church of Archibald with Rev. Jimmy Goodman and Rev. Pat Lofton officiating. Interment will follow in Lynn Cemetery in Archibald, LA under the direction of Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Rayville. Lucille Nobles was born on April 26, 1937 in Yazoo City, MS and passed away on December 8, 2006 in Monroe, LA. She is preceded in death by her parents, Thomas Allen and Idella Cruse Turnage; brother, James Allen Turnage, Sr; brother, Thomas Turnage; half-sister, Dovie Nugent; half-brother, Roy Tarver; and a granddaughter, Rachel Marie Woods. Survivors include her husband, James "BoBo" Nobles of Baskin, LA; 5 children, Robert Allen "Rocky" Nobles & wife, Debbie of Liddieville, LA; Thomas Earl "Bubba" Nobles of Baskin, LA; Tammie Woods & husband, Roger of Archibald, LA; Polly Cunningham & husband, Eddie, Sr. of Baskin, LA; Christy Weed & husband, Bryan of Archibald, LA; 9 Grandchildren; 9 Great-Grandchildren; and a host of Nieces, Nephews, and close Family and Friends. Pallbearers will be Gary Nobles, Scott Nugent, Randy Nugent, Wendy Eubanks, Ronald Eubanks, Rayne Jordan, and Tom Henderix, Jr. To leave a message of condolence for the family go to www.brownholleyfuneralhomes.com

DOROTHY "DOTTIE" PITTS Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road, Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mrs. Dorothy "Dottie" Pitts, 67, of Monroe, will be at 2:00PM Tuesday, December 12, 2006, at Mulhearn Memorial Park Mausoleum Chapel with Father Job Edathinatt officiating. Interment will follow in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Mrs. Pitts was born on May 28, 1939 in Winnsboro, LA and passed away Friday, December 8, 2006 at St. Francis North Hospital in Monroe. She was preceded in death by her husband, Kenneth Pitts; sister, Linda Elliot; mother, Frances Brennon; and father, Jessie Brennon. Mrs. Pitts is survived by her son, Billy Jack Joiner, Jr., granddaughters, Amie Sittner and husband Scott, and Teresa Hicks and husband Brian; grandsons, Billy Joiner, III and wife Ashley, and Jon-Connor Joiner; great grandson, Justice Clay Sittner; brothers, Frank Shipley, and Jack Brennon; sisters, Doris Jean Brennon, Melba Carol Rainey, and Kathy Wilson; and best friend, Billie Bowen. Pallbearers will be Billy Joiner, III, Jon-Connor Joiner, Jimmy Douglas, Marty Ramsey, and Wayne Kirby. Visitation will be Tuesday from 9:00AM until 12:00PM at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com

AMES TYSON (TY) WINDSOR Golden Funeral Home Bastrop, LA Services for James Tyson Windsor, 42, of St. Rose, La. will be 2:00 p.m. Tuesday, December 12, 2006 at the Oak Ridge Baptist Church, Oak Ridge, La. with Revs. Claud Hughes and Donnie Wilkerson officiating. Interment will be at the Church of the Redeemer Cemetery in Oak Ridge under the direction of Golden Funeral Home. Ty was born July 3, 1964 in Monroe, La. and died December 9, 2006 in St. Rose, LA. Ty was a 1982 graduate of Riverfield Academy. He served in the United States Navy and was employed by the U.S. Marine Corp. at the New Orleans base as a computer consultant. He was a member of St. Rose Baptist Church. Preceded in death by his paternal grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Roy C. Windsor and his maternal grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. J.C. Tyson, Ty is survived by his wife, Christina Murphy Windsor and sons, Zachary and Jake of St. Rose; his father, John Rolfe Windsor and wife Mary Allen of Oak Ridge; mother, Gilda Tyson Massingill of Baton Rouge; brothers, John Windsor and wife Piper of Cordova, TN and Jeff Windsor and wife Christina of Dripping Springs, TX; sister, Kayla Massingill; nephews, Jay, Josh, and Henry Windsor; mother in-law and husband, Susan and Jim Moore of St. Rose, father in-law, Allan Murphy of St. Rose and brother in-law Jacob Murphy of Covington. Ty is also survived by numerous aunts, uncles and cousins. Pallbearers will be Jim Moore, Allan Murphy, Jacob Murphy, Zachary Murphy, David Tyson and Gil White. Visitation will be Monday, December 11, 2006 from 5:00PM - 7:00PM at Golden Funeral Home in Bastrop.

Blanche Lovelady Barrett, 87
Blanche Lovelady Barrett, a homemaker of West Monroe, died Saturday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Burial will be in St. Paschal Catholic Church Cemetery. Visitation is 11 a.m. until service at the funeral home.

Angela Maria Brady, 40
ALEXANDRIA — Angela Maria Brady died Friday. Services are incomplete under the direction of Riser Funeral Home, Columbia. Visitation is 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. today at the home of John Cole, Grayson.

Blanche Rabun-Dillon, 86
FARMERVILLE — Blanche Odom Rabun-Dillon died Saturday. Services are 10 a.m. today at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Farmerville. Burial will be in Liberty Taylor Cemetery.

Lena Mae Ellis, 78
Lena Mae Ellis, a homemaker of Monroe, died Saturday. Services are incomplete under the direction of Funerals by McFarland, Monroe.

Matty Lynn Evans, 87
Matty Lynn Evans, retired from the U.S. Department of Agriculture, of Monroe, died Sunday. Services are noon today at Mulhearn Memorial Park Mausoleum, Monroe, under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Visitation is 11:30 to noon at the mausoleum.

James Calvin Gibson, 80
CLARKS — James Calvin Gibson, a sawmill worker, died Friday. Services are incomplete under the direction of Funeral by McFarland, Monroe.

Lavada Kinman, 83
RUSTON — Lavada Kinman, of the Rock Corner community, a retired licensed practical nurse, died Saturday. Services are incomplete under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Ruston.

Mica Michelle Lightsey, 22
RUSTON — Mica Michelle Lightsey, a student at Louisiana Tech University, died Saturday. Arrangements are incomplete. Visitation is 5 to 8 p.m. Tuesday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe.

William 'Will' Harris May, 22
William "Will" Harris May, a Coburns Supply Co. employee, died Saturday. Services are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Visitation will be 5 to 9 p.m. today at the funeral home.

John M. 'Buck' Miller, 70
POINT WILHITE — John M. "Buck" Miller, a retired oilfield platform supervisor, died Friday. Services are 11 a.m. today at Farrar Funeral Home, Farmerville. Burial will be in Mount Olive Baptist Church Cemetery, Eros. Visitation is 9 to 10 a.m. today at the funeral home.

Billy Ray Moore, 62
GRAYSON — Billy Ray Moore died Friday. Services are incomplete under the direction of Riser Funeral Home, Columbia.

Flora Nettles, 77
FERRIDAY — Flora Nettles, a beauty operator and former owner of Flo's Beauty Shop, died Saturday. Services are 11 a.m. today at Young's Funeral Home, Ferriday. Burial will be in Nettles Family Cemetery near Eddieton, Miss. Visitation is 10 to 11 a.m. at the funeral home.

Lucille Virginia Nobles, 69
BASKIN — Lucille Virginia Nobles, a custodian, died Friday. Services are 10 a.m. today at First Baptist Church, Archibald. Burial will be in Lynn Cemetery, Archibald, under the direction of Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Rayville.

Eva L. Swayzer, 79
WINNSBORO — Eva L. Swayzer, a retired teacher, died Sunday. Services are incomplete under the direction of Richardson and Sims Funeral Home, Winnsboro.

Mary Pearl Washington, 83
MINDEN — Mary Pearl Washington, a homemaker formerly of Monroe, died Sunday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe.

Donald W. White, 68
BASTROP — Donald W. White, a retired Union Pacific railroad engineer, died Saturday. Services are 10 a.m. today at Central Missionary Baptist Church, Bastrop. Burial will be at 1 p.m. in Promiseland Cemetery, Hamburg, Ark., under the direction of Cox Funeral Home, Bastrop.

December 12, 2006 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

KELLY DENISE CHAPMAN 06-23-1978 TO 12-12-2003 In Loving Memory We little knew that day God was going to call your name. In life we loved you dearly. In death, we do the same. It broke our hearts to lose you. You did not go alone. For part of us went with you, the day God called you home. You left us beautiful memories. Your love is still our guide. And though we cannot see you, you are always at our side.

MICA MICHELLE LIGHTSEY Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road, Monroe, LA Funeral services for Miss Mica Michelle Lightsey, 22, of Ruston, LA will be at 3:00 PM Wednesday, December 13, 2006 in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe with Rev. Allen Ashley officiating. Interment will follow in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery. Ms. Lightsey was a 2003 graduate of Sterlington High School and in her senior year at Louisiana Tech University. She loved life and everyone and lived life to the fullest. She was preceded in death by her father, Gary Floyd Lightsey; grandmother, Bettye Lightsey; and grandmother, Cynthia Brown. Ms. Lightsey is survived by her mother, Karen E. McAdams and husband Larry W. McAdams; sister, Candice Upton and husband Jeremy; grandparents, Thomas Warren Brown, Floyd Lightsey, and Elmer and Lou McAdams; and numerous aunts, uncles, and cousins. Visitation will be Tuesday from 5:00PM until 8:00PM at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Memorials may be made to the Mica Lightsey Memorial Fund at Monroe Telco Federal Credit Union, Account #9035401. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.comWILLIAM "WILL" HARRIS MAY Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral Services for William "Will" Harris May, 22, of West Monroe, LA will be held at 10:00AM Tuesday December 12, 2006 in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA with Rev. Woody Rimes and Rev. Joel Brackett officiating. Burial will be in the Luna Methodist Church Cemetery. Will died on December 9, 2006 in Ruston, LA. He was a member of the Mt. Vernon Baptist Church in West Monroe, LA. He was an avid hunter, especially deer and duck, and also enjoyed fishing, 4-wheeler riding and played many years of baseball in the West Monroe Dixie Youth Program and also at West Ouachita High School. Will lived life to the fullest. He worked for Coburn's Supply Co. as a Warehouse Manager. Survivors include his parents, Charles and Ginger May; sister, Misty May Chism and husband Cory; brother, Matt May; maternal grandmother, Florence Evans; paternal grandparents, Crafton and Yvonne May; nephew, Chandler Chism; special aunts and uncles, David May and wife Katie and Randy Evans and wife Karen all of West Monroe, LA; very special cousin, Scott Evans and wife Zola and their child, Reese, Brad Evans, Brandy Evans, Teller May and Harrison May; several aunts and uncles and numerous great aunts and great uncles. Pallbearers will be Jonathan Crenshaw, Jessie Owens, Jacob Owens, Chad Black, Cody Custer, Joey Martin, Bob Tidwell, Randy May and Ryan May. All of Will's special friends will serve as Honorary Pallbearers. Visitation will be from 9:00AM until service time Tuesday at Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to West Monroe Dixie Youth Baseball in Will's name. Online Registry/ Condolences www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com

Grady Dean, 81
JONESBORO — Grady Dean, a retired paper mill employee, died Monday. Services are 1 p.m. Thursday at Edmonds Funeral Home, Jonesboro. Visitation is 10 a.m. until service time Thursday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Traina Cemetery, Jonesboro.

Henry L. Fitt, 72
VIDALIA — Henry L. Fitt, a commercial fisherman, died Wednesday. Services are 10 a.m. Wednesday at Young's Funeral Home, Vidalia. Visitation is 6-9 p.m. today at the funeral home. Burial will be in Greenlawn Memorial Park, Vidalia.

Andrea P. Freeman, 27
JONESVILLE — Andrea Pritchard Freeman died Saturday. Services are 11 a.m. Wednesday at Grace Baptist Church, Jonesville. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. today at the church. Burial will be in Woodland Cemetery, Jena, under the direction of Young's Funeral Home, Ferriday.

Finis Gates Sr., 104
GRAYSON — Finis Gates, a farmer, died Sunday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Funerals by McFarland, Monroe.

Sharon F. Graves, 58
FARMERVILLE — Sharon F. Graves, a retired junior high school teacher, died Saturday. Services are 2 p.m. today at First Baptist Church, Calhoun. Visitation is 1 p.m. until service time today at the church. Burial will be in Roselawn Memorial Gardens, Calhoun, under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Jessie Sutton Hendrix, 81
COLUMBIA — Jessie Sutton Hendrix, a retired florist, died Friday. Services are 10 a.m. Thursday at Christ Church, West Monroe. Burial is in Twin Cities Memorial Gardens under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Hailey Heusel, 88
BASTROP — Hailey Heusel, owner of Bastrop Motel Enterprises, died Monday. Services are 2 p.m. Thursday at First United Methodist Church, Bastrop. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Wednesday at Cox Funeral Home, Bastrop. Burial is in Mer Rouge Cemetery, Mer Rouge.

Jerry R. Johnson, 71
Jerry R. "J.J., Lil Man, Jesse" Johnson, a business owner, died Saturday. Services are 10 a.m. today at St. Paschal's Catholic Church, West Monroe. Burial is in St. Paschal's Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe.

Walter H. Jones Jr., 80
Walter H. Jones Jr. of Monroe, a retired Holsum Bakery employee, died Monday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe.

William 'Will' May, 22
William "Will" Harris May of West Monroe, a Coburns Supply Co. warehouse manager, died Saturday. Services are 10 a.m. today at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Burial will be in Luna Methodist Church Cemetery, Luna.

Irvin McDaniel, 85
Irvin McDaniel of Calhoun, a retired dairy farmer, died Saturday. Services are 11 a.m. today at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Burial will be in Roselawn Memorial Gardens, Calhoun.

Hester Ostteen Mills, 80
COLUMBIA — Hester Ostteen Mills, a homemaker, died Sunday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Riser Funeral Home, Columbia. Visitation is 9 a.m. until time of service today at the funeral home. Burial will be in Burroughs Garden of Memories, east of Columbia.

William H. Osborne Jr., 68
STERLINGTON — William H. Osborne Jr., a propane service employee, died Sunday. Services are 1 p.m. today at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Visitation is 11:30 a.m. until service time today at the funeral home. Burial will be in Old Pine Grove Cemetery, Swartz.

Marshall Kent Parks, 47
PORT BYRON, IL — Marshall Kent Parks, formerly of Wisner, died Friday. Services are 2 p.m. Wednesday at Wisner United Methodist Church. Visitation is 1 p.m. until time of service Wednesday at the church. Burial will be in Oakley Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Winnsboro.

Dorothy 'Dottie' Pitts, 67
Dorothy 'Dottie' Pitts of Monroe, a homemaker, died Friday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Mulhearn Memorial Park Mausoleum, Monroe. Visitation is 9 a.m.-noon at the mausoleum. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery, Monroe, under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe.

Beatrice Prestridge, 93
Beatrice Prestridge of Monroe, formerly of Crowville, a homemaker, died Monday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Gill First National Funeral Home, Winnsboro.

Annie M. Price, 87
Annie M. Price of Monroe, a cosmetologist, died Saturday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Piney Grove Baptist Church, Monroe. Visitation is 1-6 p.m. Friday at Miller Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial is in Richland Memorial Gardens, Monroe.

Wilhemina Rominique, 68
TALLULAH — Wilhemina Rominique died Dec. 5. Services are 2 p.m. today at Olive Branch Nursing Home Chapel, Tallulah. Visitation is noon until time of service today at the nursing home chapel. Burial will be in New Oakwood Cemetery, Tallulah under the direction of Beckwith Golden Gate Funeral Home, Tallulah.

William Smith Jr., 85
William Smith Jr. of Monroe, a steel mill worker, died Monday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Funerals by McFarland, Monroe.

Eva L. Swayzer, 79
WINNSBORO — Eva L. Swayzer, a retired teacher, died Sunday. Services are 11 a.m. Thursday at Winnsboro Second Baptist Church, Winnsboro. Wake services are 5-7 p.m. Wednesday at Richardson-Sims, Winnsboro. Burial is in Gethsemane Memorial Gardens, Winnsboro, under the direction of Richardson-Sims Funeral Home, Winnsboro.

Doris 'Chick' Thornton, 71
NEWELLTON — Doris 'Chick' Thornton, a homemaker, died Monday. Services are 10 a.m. Thursday at Christian Fellowship Church, Winnsboro. Visitation is 6-7 p.m. Wednesday at the church. Burial is in Legion Memorial Cemetery, Newellton, under the direction of Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home, Winnsboro.

Le'Evelyn Westmoreland, 70
TALLULAH — Le'Evelyn Grace Westmoreland, a dance teacher, died Sunday. Memorial services are 5:15 p.m. Thursday at First United Methodist Church. Visitation is 5:30-7:30 p.m. Wednesday at 907 Liberty St. under the direction of Crothers-Glenwood Funeral Home, Tallulah.

Previously acknowledged
Bonnett, Warren: 11 a.m. today, First Apolistic Baptist Church, Bastrop.

December 13, 2006 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

SYBIL M. BURKS Cox Funeral Home Delhi, LA Funeral services for Sybil M. Burks, 82, of Delhi will be held at 2:00PM Thursday, December 14, 2006 at the Chapel of the First Baptist Church of Delhi. Dr. Marcus Murphy will officiate. Burial will be in the Faith Memorial Park Cemetery in Delhi under the direction of Cox Funeral Home of Delhi. Visitation will be held from 6:00PM-8:00PM Wednesday in the First Baptist Church-Delhi Chapel. Ms. Burks died Tuesday, December 12, 2006 at Willis Knighton Hospital in Shreveport after a lengthy illness. Ms. Burks is preceded in death by her husband, Lester Burks and one brother C H Miles. Ms. Burks was a native of Winn Parish, LA and was a housewife and beloved Mother. She is survived by one son; William B. Burks of Shreveport; two daughters, Carol Burks Ahtoong of Ewa Beach, HA and Debbie Burks Barthel of Hoover, AL; one sister, Gloria Tatum of Delhi; one brother, Don Miles of Baton Rouge, LA; three grandchildren and a number of nieces and nephews. Pallbearers will be Bob Barthel, Cole Barthel, Charlie Ahtoong, Don Miles, Bill Tatum and Don Barthel. Honorary pallbearer will be John Messina. Any planned memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society, the American Heart Association or to the Church of Donors Choice. To leave a message of condolence to the family please visit our webpage at www.coxfuneral.com.

MR. GLENN M. CROWELL Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mr. Glenn Crowell, 72, of Eros, LA, will be 10:00PM, Thursday, December 14, 2006 in the Chapel of Kilpatrick Funeral Home of West Monroe. Officiating will be Bro. R.C. Smith and Bro. Russell Rhodes. Interment will follow at Salem Cemetery in Eros under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home of West Monroe, LA. Mr. Crowell was born February 4, 1934 in Jackson Parish and passed away December 11, 2006 in West Monroe at Glenwood Hospital. Mr. Crowell is survived by his wife of 16 years, Nola Crowell; daughters, Kala Caples and husband Kevin, Kelly Doucett, Robbie Gail Gambino, Debbie Gilbert and husband Randy, Sheila Adams and husband James, Denise Holton and husband Ricky; daughter-in-law, Janie Crowell; sons, Randy Wheelis and wife Linda and Tommy Ray Gambino; brother, Donald Ray Crowell and wife Maxine; numerous nieces, nephews, other family members and friends. Pallbearers will be Ralph Robinson, Homer Allen, Sonny Kirkland, Robert Jones, Bobby Greer, Raymond Spires, Eddie Langston. Honorary pallbearers will be his grandsons; Josh, Cory, David, Todd, Daniel, and Jeremy. Visitation will be Wednesday from 5:00PM until 8:00PM at Kilpatrick Funeral Home of West Monroe. Condolence messages may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com

MRS. REBA M. GORE Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral Services for Mrs. Reba M. Gore, 87, of West Monroe, LA will be held at 11:00AM Thursday, December 14, 2006 in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA with Rev. Marcelle Crow officiating. Burial will be in the Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery in Monroe, LA. Mrs. Gore died on December 11, 2006 at the St. Francis Medical Center. She was a loving mother who sacrificed so much for her daughters after the death of her husband who was 49. She was devoted to her six grandchildren and two great grandchildren. We will remember her kindness and her gift of always leaving a smile on our faces and her gentleness. She will always live in our hearts. Survivors include her daughters, Helen Trousdale and husband George of Madisonville, LA, Pam Woodcock and husband Woody of West Monroe, LA and Deborah Sidders and husband Neil of Monroe, LA; grandchildren, Davis Trousdale, Gennie Trousdale, David Woodcock and wife Sara, Amy Woodcock, Rebecca Sidders and Laura Sidders; great grandchildren, Koby Lee and Kylie Woodcock and her brother, Curtis Murphy of Thomasville, GA. Pallbearers will be George Trousdale, Woody Woodcock, Neil Sidders, David Woodcock, Davis Trousdale and Brett Pickering. Visitation will be from 10:00AM until Service Time Thursday at Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Online Registry/ Condolences www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com

MRS. JESSIE SUTTON HENDRIX Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Funeral services for Mrs. Jessie Sutton Hendrix, 81, of West Monroe, LA. will be held at 10:00AM Thursday December 14, 2006 at Christ Church in West Monroe, LA. with Rev. Tom Lowe officiating. Burial will be in Twin Cities Memorial Gardens, under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home in West Monroe, LA. Mrs. Hendrix died after a long illness with her family alongside her on December 8, 2006 in Columbia, Maryland. She was a lifelong resident of West Monroe, LA., was a talented florist and dedicated church member. Mrs. Hendrix was preceded in death by her husband, William Roy Hendrix, Sr. and her parents, John and Rachel Sutton and sister, Louise Clark. Survivors: 3 Sons, Donald Beacht of West Monroe, LA William Roy Hendrix, Jr. of Laurel, MD. and David Hendrix of Winston Salem, NC; Brother, John Sutton of West Monroe and Sister, Cheryl Slavant of Calhoun, LA.; 6 Grandchildren, Tonya, Eric, Pam, Tafta, Jason and Tiffany and 4 Great Grandchildren, Tory, Meagan, Miette and Morgan. Visitation will be from 6:00PM until 8:00PM Wednesday at Mulhearn Funeral Home in West Monroe, LA. and from 9:00AM until service time Thursday at Christ Church. Pallbearers for Jessie Sutton Hendrix, James Edward Slavant, Keith A. Morley, Bobby Joe Hendrix, Jason Beacht, Richard Todd Slavant, James Troy Slavant.

SARA BESS HEUSEL Cox Funeral Home Bastrop, LA Funeral services for Mrs. Sara Bess Hailey Heusel of Bastrop, Louisiana will be held 2:00PM Thursday, December 14, 2006 at the First United Methodist Church of Bastrop with Rev. Mark Benge officiating. Interment will follow at the Mer Rouge Cemetery under the direction of Cox Funeral Home, Bastrop. Visitation with the family will be Wednesday evening from 5:00PM till 8:00PM at Cox Funeral Home. Mrs. Heusel was born February 24, 1918 in Wesson, Mississippi to the late Rankin and Mattie Edwards Hailey. She died December 11, 2006 at Morehouse General Hospital in Bastrop. She is preceded in death by her husband of 57 years, Richard F. "Dick" Heusel, Sr., her parents, a brother, Bruce Hailey, and a sister, Marguerite Britt. Sara, along with her husband, "Dick" Heusel, founded Bastrop Motel Enterprises in 1959. She also operated Sara's Restaurant for 40 years. She was a member of the First United Methodist Church of Bastrop where she was active with the United Methodist Women. Mrs. Heusel was a member of the Red Hat Society. She loved working in her yard and maintaining her beautiful flower gardens. She was also an avid bridge player and participated in several bridge clubs. Sara is survived by her son, Richard F."Dickie" Heusel, Jr. and wife Laney Heusel of Mer Rouge, grandson, Richard F. "Trey" Heusel, III, and wife Milissa Heusel of Sterlington,great-grand daughter, Sara Elizabeth Heusel, two brothers, Howard Hailey of Wesson, Mississippi, and Scott "Teeny" Hailey and wife Loyce Hailey of Wesson, Mississippi, brother and sister-in-law, Ted and Nancy Heusel of Ann Arbor, Michigan, a beloved friend and caregiver, Marilyn Randle of Bastrop, and numerous nieces and nephews. Serving as pallbearers are Mike Moore, George Clark, Tom Brooker, Mark Heusel, Bobby Baird, and John Brewer. Honorary pallbearers are Joe Files, Johnny Bond, Bernie Turner, Max Lucas, Neal Adams, and Dr. Robert Lyon. The family requests that for those who wish memorials be made to the United Methodist Children's Home in Ruston, Louisiana, the First United Methodist Church of Bastrop, or the Morehouse Parish Library.

WALTER HENDERSON JONES, JR. Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road, Monroe, LA Graveside services for Mr. Walter Henderson Jones, Jr., 80, of Monroe, LA, will be at 3:00PM Friday, December 15, 2006, at Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery with Rev. Gerald Lewis and Rev. Bill Lewis officiating under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe, LA. Mr. Jones was born July 26, 1926 in Jackson Parish, LA and passed away Monday, December 11, 2006. He was a U.S. Navy veteran who served in WWII. He worked at Cotton Holsum Bakery as a supervisor, retiring after serving over 35 years. He loved working in the yard, and spending time with his grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, Walter H. Jones and Lottie Pankey Jones; and brothers, Morriece Jones, J.D. Jones, and Murphey Jones. Mr. Jones is survived by longtime friend and companion, Marie Golemon; children, Dianne Maxwell and husband Steve, Carol Fuller and husband Jimmy, Betty Ray, and Robert Golemon and wife Rhonda; grandchildren, Cindy Breen, Jim Fuller, Matthew Ray, Jamie Kathryn Maxwell, Stephen Maxwell, Robynn Golemon, and Lacey Marie Golemon; great grandchildren, Brittany Dianne Jones, and Austin Ryan Breen; sisters, Lillian Stone, Ruth Newberry, and Frances Sparks, sisters-in-law, Pat Jones, Betty Jones and Delores Jones; and many nieces and nephews. Visitation will be Thursday from 6:00PM until 8:00PM at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com

BEATRICE HUGHES ELDRIDGE PRESTRIDGE Gill First National Funeral Home Winnsboro, LA A service to celebrate the life of Beatrice Prestridge will be held Thursday, December 14 2007 at First Baptist Church of Crowville. Services will be officiated by Rev. Charles Davis, Rev. Warren Eckhardt, and Rev. David Worthington. Interment will follow in Crowville Masonic Cemetery under the direction of Gill First National Funeral Home of Winnsboro. Beatrice, affectionately known as "Granny" was born December 7, 1913 in Trenton, MS and died December 11, 2006 in Monroe, LA. In her early teens, her family sold their farm in Mississippi and moved to Franklin Parish to raise cotton. She married at the age of 16 and worked on the farm along side her husband, Marvin Eldridge until his death at the age of 44. After ten years she met and married her second husband, Herbert Prestridge, and they enjoyed five happy years before he passed away. Granny lived a very frugal life and was a passionate gardener raising most of the food for her and her family. She was widely known for her vegetable garden which she worked with her Troy-Bilt tiller until her late 80's. She was always known for hard work and her generosity in sharing her fruits and vegetables with the community, especially her blueberries and figs. She also loved all flowers as was evidenced by a stroll through her yard during any season. She loved her Lord and she loved her family. She loved to read and spent many hours reading her Bible. She spent countless hours cooking for family get-togethers especially at holiday time. She had two favorite sayings, "when you want something done right, do it yourself," and "any job worth doing, is worth doing right." Since both of her husbands died early, she lived most of her life alone. In February of 2005, she left her home in Crowville and moved to Azalea Estates in Monroe. While a resident at Azalea, she made many new friends and thoroughly enjoyed her domino partners and many bingo games. She also enjoyed attending all of the socials held at Azalea. She was preceded in death by her parents George Mathis Hughes and Rhoda Griffith Hughes; husbands, Marvin Eldridge and Herbert Prestridge; brothers, Houston Hughes, Oliver Hughes, Walter Dent Hughes, George Hughes, and Lacy Hughes; sisters, Ida Hughes, Willie Parker, Maude Lacy, Gennie Fortenberry, Clara Boyd, and Alma Bennett; granddaughter, Cindy Fallin and daughter-in-law, Jerrivon Eldridge. She is survived by sons Elbert Eldridge and wife Jackie of Crosby, TX, Jimmy Eldridge and wife Martha of West Monroe, LA, Lawrence Eldridge and wife Gloria of Delhi, LA, and Billy Eldridge of Crowville, LA; daughter, Kathryn Hunter and husband John of Monroe, LA; 10 grandchildren; 16 great grandchildren; 3 great-great grandchildren; a host of nieces and nephews; and a special sister-in-law, Pearl Hughes of Hendersonville, TN. Pallbearers will be grandsons, C.E. Eldridge, Jr., John Eldridge, Jay Eldridge, Barry Parker, Jimmy Parker, and John Michael Hunter. The family will receive friends for visitation at First Baptist Church of Crowville from 5:00PM until 8:00PM Wednesday, December 13th. The family would like to thank the residents and staff of Azalea Estates for being so kind as well as the attending staff at St. Francis Medical Center and St. Francis Specialty Hospital in caring for her after she suffered a stroke on November 22nd. To sign the guestbook or view video tribute online, please visit www.gillfirstnational.com

ANNIE MAE FORD PRICE Miller Funeral Home Monroe, LA Funeral services for Annie Mae Ford Price, a retired hair stylist, of Monroe, LA will be Saturday, December 16, 2006 at Piney Grove Baptist Church of Monroe, LA with Rev. Elijah Brass II officiating. Interment will follow at Richwood Memorial Gardens, Richwood, LA under the direction of Miller Funeral Home of Monroe. Mrs. Price, surrounded by her children, succumbed Saturday morning, December 9, 2006. She is preceded in death by her husband, Emeal Price and her first son, Emeal Price, Jr. Mrs. Price was the owner of Price's Beauty Shop on Grammont. She was a member of Monroe Beautician Local #130 during her career and a member of Christian Union. She was a member of the Piney Grove Baptist Church of Monroe. She will be missed by her family: Earnestine Price Ross, Lula M. Harris (James), Mary H. Price Tucker, Cleophus "Tino" Price (Sonja), ten grandchildren, nine great grandchildren, one brother, nine sisters, and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, friends and her church family. Visitation will be Friday, December 15, 2006 from 1:00PM- 6:00PM at Miller Funeral of Monroe.

Margaret L. Beene, 85
TALLULAH — Margaret Lawrence Beene died Tuesday. Services are 10 a.m. Thursday at First Baptist Church, Tallulah. Visitation is 5-7 p.m. today at Crothers-Glenwood Funeral Home, Tallulah. Burial will be in Memorial Park Cemetery.

Edward Booker Sr., 61
RAYVILLE — Edward Booker Sr., a city worker, died Thursday. Services are noon Saturday at Pilgrim Rest Baptist Church, Rayville. Visitation is 6-7 p.m. Friday at Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville. Burial is in Royal Blue Cemetery, Rayville.

Sybil M. Burks, 82
DELHI — Sybil M. Burks, a homemaker, died Tuesday. Services are 2 p.m. Thursday at First Baptist Church, Delhi. Visitation is 6-8 p.m. today at the church. Burial is in Faith Memorial Park Cemetery, Delhi, under the direction of Cox Funeral Home, Delhi.

Baron Burrell, 29
BASTROP — Baron Burrell, construction worker, died Sunday. Services are noon Saturday at Morehouse District Baptist Association Building. Visitation is Friday at Tennant Funeral Home, Bastrop. Burial is in Trousdale Hill Cemetery.

Bessie Mae L. Cannon, 78
TALLULAH — Bessie Mae Lee Cannon died Wednesday. Services are 11 a.m. Thursday at New Hope Missionary Baptist Church, Tallulah. Visitation is 5-7 p.m. today at the church under the direction of McFarland Funeral Home, Delhi.

Rhone Graves, 46
MER ROUGE — Rhone Graves, a construction worker, died Monday. Services are 11 a.m. Thursday at Golden Funeral Home, Bastrop. Visitation is 5-9 p.m. today at the funeral home. Burial is in Mer Rouge Cemetery, Mer Rouge.

Alvia Hall, 90
Alvia Hall of Monroe, a houseparent, died Thursday. Services are 1 p.m. Thursday at Miller Funeral Home, Monroe. Visitation is 1-6 p.m. today at the funeral home. Burial is in J.S. Clark Cemetery, Monroe.

Edward Lavigne, 85
COLLINSTON — Edward Lavigne, a retired bookkeeper, died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Monroe.

Mica Michelle Lightsey, 22
RUSTON — Mica Michelle Lightsey, a student at Louisiana Tech University, died Saturday. Services are 3 p.m. today at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Burial is in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery, Monroe.

Gloria D. Lockhart, 67
RUSTON — Gloria D. Lockhart, a social worker, died Saturday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Pilgrim Rest Baptist Church, Ruston. Visitation is 1-6 p.m. Friday at Miller Funeral Home, Ruston. Burial is in Grambling Memorial Gardens, Grambling.

Marian Lee Malone, 79
Marian Lee Malone of Monroe, a retired LPN, died Sunday. Memorial services will be held at a later date under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe.

Vera Mae Phillips, 70
TALLULAH — Vera Mae Phillips, a homemaker, died Sunday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at St. John Baptist Church, Tallulah. Visitation is 10-11 a.m. Saturday at the church. Burial is in Glenmary Cemetery, Tallulah under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Tallulah.

Annie M. Price, 87
Annie M Price of Monroe, a cosmetologist, died Saturday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Piney Grove Baptist Church, Monroe. Visitation is 1-6 p.m. Friday at Miller Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial is in Richwood Memorial Gardens, Monroe.

William Stigall, 76
WINNSBORO — William Stigall, retired from the Immigration and Nationalization Service U.S. Border Patrol, died Tuesday. Services are 2:30 p.m. Thursday at Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home, Winnsboro. Visitation is 12:30-2:30 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home. Burial is in Chase Cemetery, Monroe.

Donna Sullivan, 52
OAK GROVE — Donna Sullivan, a cook, died Tuesday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at Mount Olive Baptist Church, Oak Grove. Visitation is 6-7 p.m. Friday at the church. Burial is in Southside Cemetery, Oak Grove under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville.

Archie Wendell Sumrall, 66
Archie Wendell Sumrall of Monroe, a truck driver, died Monday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe.

Billy Ray Thomas, 70
SALINE — Billy Ray Thomas died Monday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Carolina Baptist Church, Saline. Burial is in Carolina Cemetery, Saline under the direction of Edmonds Funeral Home, Jonesboro.

Allen B. Thompson, 84
VICKSBURG, MS — Allen B. Thompson, a retired engineer, died Sunday. Graveside services are 11 a.m. Thursday at the Welcome Home Cemetery, Columbia under the direction of Riser Funeral Home, Columbia.

Cody A. Twiner, 4
DELHI — Cody A. Twiner died Monday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Dunn Baptist Church. Visitation is 9 a.m. until time of service today at the church. Burial is in Faith Memorial Park Cemetery, Delhi under the direction of Cox Funeral Home, Delhi.

Mary Pearl Washington, 83
MINDEN — Mary Pearl Washington, formerly of Monroe, a homemaker, died Sunday. Services are 10 a.m. Thursday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. today at the funeral home. Burial is in Springhill Cemetery, north of Swartz.

Leon Welch, 84
WISNER — Leon Welch, a gardener, died Sunday. Services are 10 a.m. today at Richardson Funeral Home, Winnsboro. Burial is in Oakley Cemetery, Gilbert.

Dorothy Williams, 51
RAYVILLE — Dorothy Williams, a cook, died Saturday. Services are 2:30 p.m. Saturday at New China Grove Baptist Church, St. Joseph. Visitation is 6-7 p.m. Friday at the church. Burial is in church cemetery under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville.

Robert Earl Williams, 55
Robert Earl Williams of West Monroe, a press operator, died Thursday. Services were held 2 p.m. Saturday at Olive Branch Baptist Church, West Monroe. Burial was in Hasley Cemetery under the direction of Hester Central State Funeral Home, Monroe.

Previously acknowledged
Dean, Grady: 1 p.m. Thursday, Edmonds Funeral Home, Jonesboro.
Fitt, Henry L.: 10 a.m. today, Young's Funeral Home, Vidalia.
Freeman, Andrea P.: 11 a.m. today, Grace Baptist Church, Jonesville.
Hendrix, Jessie Sutton: 10 a.m. Thursday, Christ Church, West Monroe.
Heusel, Hailey: 2 p.m. Thursday, First United Methodist Church, Bastrop.
Parts, Marshall Kent: 2 p.m. today, Wisner United Methodist Church, Wisner.
Swayzer, Eva L.: 11 a.m. Thursday, Winnsboro Second Baptist Church, Winnsboro.
Thornton, Doris 'Chick': 10 a.m. Thursday, Christian Fellowship Church, Winnsboro.
Westmoreland, Le'Evelyn: 5:15 p.m. Thursday, First United Methodist Church, Tallulah

December 14, 2006 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

MARGARET LAWRENCE BEENE Crothers-Glenwood Funeral Home Tallulah, LA Funeral services for Margaret Lawrence Beene of Tallulah, LA will be Thursday, December 14, 2006 at 10:00AM at First Baptist Church, Tallulah, LA. Interment will follow at Memorial Park Cemetery. She was 85. Margaret Lawrence Beene was born on August 18, 1921. She was the youngest of 8 children to John and Lenny Lawrence. She grew up in Pelehatchie, MS and was quite an athlete in high school. She was an all state basketball player and went to college at Hinds on a basketball and cheerleading scholarship. While attending college she met a young track star who she married in 1941, Charles Walter Beene. Mrs. Beene had three sons: Charles Lawrence Beene, Lonnie Jack Beene and Jerry Paul Beene. She was preceded in death by her husband Charles Beene and her son Lonnie Beene. She is succeeded by her oldest son, Charles Beene and his wife Bitsy, Monroe, LA, her youngest son, Jerry Beene and his wife Joan, Monroe, LA; daughter-in-law Katherine Beene, Demolpolis, AL. She also leaves six grandchildren: Bronwyn Cosgrove, Atlanta, GA, Steve Beene, Southhaven, MS, Mary Margaret Reeves, Meridian, MS, Todd Beene, Tallulah, LA, Anna Shore, Keller, TX, and Claire Beene, Houston, TX; and eight great-grandchildren: Blake Sharron, Emily Beene, Chris Reeves, Patrick Beene, Dylan Reeves, Ethan Beene, Graham Beene and Ellie Grace Beene. She is also survived by one sister, Lucille Yenni from Kenner, LA. Visitation will be Wednesday, December 13, 2006 from 5:00PM until 7:00PM at Crothers-Glenwood Funeral Home, Tallulah, LA. Memorials may be sent to First Baptist Church, Tallulah.

BERTHA M. BURKGART Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Graveside services for Bertha M. Burkgart, 88, of West Monroe, LA, will be held at 1:00PM Friday, December 15, 2006 at Twin Cities Memorial Gardens Cemetery in West Monroe with Robert Lindsay officiating, under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home in West Monroe. Mrs. Burkgart died December 12, 2006 at the Avalon Place in Monroe, LA. She is preceded in death by her son Gary Burkgart. Survivors include her sister, Ezell Grayson of Monroe, LA; brother, Exell Gewin of West Monroe, LA; numerous nieces and nephews. Visitation will be from 11:00AM until 12:30PM Friday at Mulhearn Funeral Home in West Monroe. Memorials may be made to your favorite Charity. Online Registry/ Condolences www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com

VERDUE HARDIN Rader Funeral Home Longview, TX Services for Verdue Hardin, 78, of Tyler, TX will be 10:00AM Friday, December 15, 2006 at Trinity Episcopal Church in Longview with the Reverend Carol Petty officiating. Burial will follow at noon at Cathedral In The Pines Cemetery in Tyler, TX. Mrs. Hardin, a former resident of Longview, died Monday evening at Hospice of East Texas. She was born July 1, 1928 in Crowville, LA to Jake and Florence Busby Netherland. Verdue and her husband, Bob, moved to Longview, TX in 1984 where she was co-owner of Hardin's True-Value Hardware for 23 years. She was a homemaker and a member of Trinity Episcopal Church of Longview. She is survived by her husband of 55 years, Bob Hardin of Tyler, TX; sons and daughters-in-law, Mark and Karen Hardin of North Port, FL and Steve and Jill Hardin of Tyler, TX; daughter and son-in-law, Ann and Cliff Adams of Tyler, TX; two brothers C.M. Netherland of Dallas, TX, Oneal Netherland of Tulsa, OK, sister Olline Killian of Crowville, LA and special cousin "Sister" Mary Alyce Parsons of Monroe, LA; seven grandchildren and two great grandchildren. Memorials may be made to Trinity Episcopal Church, 906 Padon, Longview, TX 75601. The family will receive friends at Rader Funeral Home, 1617 Judson Rd. in Longview, TX, Thursday evening 7:00PM to 8:30PM.

WALTER HENDERSON JONES, JR. Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road, Monroe, LA Graveside services for Mr. Walter Henderson Jones, Jr., 80, of Monroe, LA, will be at 3:00PM Friday, December 15, 2006, at Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery with Rev. Gerald Lewis and Rev. Bill Lewis officiating under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe, LA. Mr. Jones was born July 26, 1926 in Jackson Parish, LA and passed away Monday, December 11, 2006. He was a U.S. Navy veteran who served in WWII. He worked at Cotton Holsum Bakery as a supervisor, retiring after serving over 35 years. He loved working in the yard, and spending time with his grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, Walter H. Jones and Lottie Pankey Jones; and brothers, Morriece Jones, J.D. Jones, and Murphey Jones. Mr. Jones is survived by longtime friend and companion, Marie Golemon; children, Dianne Maxwell and husband Steve, Carol Fuller and husband Jimmy, Betty Ray, and Robert Golemon and wife Rhonda; grandchildren, Cindy Breen, Jim Fuller, Matthew Ray, Jamie Kathryn Maxwell, Stephen Maxwell, Robynn Golemon, and Lacey Marie Golemon; great grandchildren, Brittany Dianne Jones, and Austin Ryan Breen; brother, Roy Jones and wife Ann; sisters, Lillian Stone, Ruth Newberry, and Frances Sparks, sisters-in-law, Pat Jones, Betty Jones and Delores Jones; and many nieces and nephews. Visitation will be Thursday from 6:00PM until 8:00PM at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com

EDWARD GEORGE LAVIGNE III Kilpatrick Funeral Home Monroe, LA Funeral services for Edward George LaVigne III, 85, will be 10:00AM, Friday, December 15, 2006 at St. Lawrence Catholic Church. Officiating will be Father Job Edathinattu, CMI. Interment will follow at Monroe Memorial Park under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home of Monroe. Mr. LaVigne was born in Potsdam, New York on November 13, 1921 and passed away Wednesday, December 12, 2006 in Bastrop, LA following a lengthy illness. Mr. LaVigne was a member of the U.S. Army Air Forces in WWII, serving in the South Pacific. He was involved in Cub Scouts and Boy Scouts. He was a member of St. Lawrence Catholic Church where he served as the organist for many years. He was a member of the Knights of Columbus and was a retired bookkeeper from Malone & Hyde Grocery Company. For the past several years was a resident of Summerlin Lane Nursing Home in Bastrop, LA. Mr. LaVigne is survived by his wife: Marie Wolfe LaVigne of Bastrop, LA; son: Ronald Edward LaVigne and wife, Cheryl of Swartz, LA; daughter: Dianne LaVigne Wilson and husband, John of Collinston, LA; grandson: Ronald Edward "Sonny" LaVigne, Jr. and wife, Jaime of Columbia, LA; great-grandson: Gabriel James "Gabe" LaVigne of Columbia, LA. He was preceded in death by his father: Edward George LaVigne, Jr. and mother: Minnie Edith Peryer LaVigne, both of Colton, NY and four sisters of Potsdam, NY. Pallbearers will be Dennis Dunham, George Young, Terry Young, Donald Thrush, Bill Goss and Ronald Edward "Sonny" LaVigne, Jr. In lieu of flowers, the family requests and remembrances be given to the charity of one's choice or to St. Lawrence Catholic Church in Swartz, LA. Visitation will be 4:00PM to 6:00PM, with a Rosary at 6:00PM, Thursday, December 14, 2006. Condolence messages may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com

ARCHIE WENDELL SUMRALL Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road, Monroe, LA Graveside services will be held at 2:00PM Friday, December 15, 2006 at Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery in Monroe, LA, with Rev. Terry Hines officiating, under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Rd. Monroe, LA. Mr. Sumrall passed away December 11, 2006. He served in the Vietnam War in the U.S. Navy and was a member of several veterans' organizations. Mr. Sumrall is survived by his wife, Shirley; daughter, Terry Sumrall; son, Archie, Jr.; daughter-in-law, Rachel; granddaughter, Stormy; grandsons, Timothy, Nickolas, Darrian, and Tristin; and sisters, Barbara Bratton, and Sue Wilhite. Pallbearers will be Will Stansbury, Mike Bratton, Arthur Knight, and Jimmy Johnson. Visitation will be Friday from 12:00Noon until 1:30PM at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. The family wishes to extend Special Thanks to Vicki, Terry, and Northeast Louisiana Hospice. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com

Edna Mae Branson, 68
Edna Mae Branson of West Monroe, a cosmetologist, died Tuesday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Olive Branch Baptist Church, West Monroe. Visitation is 1-7 p.m. Friday at Miller Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Hasley Cemetery, West Monroe.

Lela Mae Cook, 89
WINNSBORO — Lela Mae Cook, a retired nurse's aide, died Wednesday. Services are 10 a.m. Friday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Winnsboro. Visitation is 6-8 p.m. today at the funeral home. Burial will be in Oak Grove Cemetery, Winnsboro.

Glenn Crowell, 72
EROS — Glenn Crowell, a retired welder, died Tuesday. Services are 10 a.m. today at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Visitation is 9 a.m. today until service time. Burial will be in Salem Cemetery, Eros.

Daisy Dunlap, 71
Daisy Dunlap of Monroe, a homemaker, died Monday. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at Living Water Apostolic Church, West Monroe. Visitation is 1-7 p.m. Friday at Smith Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens.

Lena Mae Ellis, 78
Lena Mae Ellis of Monroe, a cook, died Saturday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at Mount Calvary Church, Beverly Street, Monroe. Visitation is 1-7 p.m. Friday at Funerals by McFarland, Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens.

Gertrude 'Gertie' Fuller, 77
Gertrude 'Gertie' Fuller of West Monroe, a homemaker, died Tuesday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Burial will be in Latter Day Saints Cemetery, Eros.

Finis Gates Sr., 104
GRAYSON — Finis Gates, a farmer, died Sunday. Services are 11 a.m. Friday at Century Funeral Home, Clarksdale, Miss. Visitation is 1-7 p.m. today at Funerals by McFarland, Monroe.

James Calvin Gibson, 80
CLARKS — James Calvin Gibson, a laborer, died Friday. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at Brownsville Baptist Church, Columbia. Visitation is 6-8 p.m. Friday at Morning Star Baptist Church, Clarks. Burial will be in Brownsville Cemetery under the direction of Funerals by McFarland, Monroe.

Reba M. Gore, 87
Reba M. Gore of West Monroe, a retired dental assistant, died Monday. Services are 11 a.m. today at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Visitation is 10 a.m. today until time of services. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery, Monroe.

Jerry Hicks, 57
Jerry Hicks of West Monroe, a machine operator, died Sunday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Piney Grove Baptist Church, West Monroe. Visitation is 1-7 p.m. Friday at Smith Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens.

Roy Horace Hobbs, 79
Roy Horace Hobbs of West Monroe, a retired truck driver, died Wednesday. Arraignments are incomplete under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Dr. Roy Ledbetter Jr., 81
Dr. Roy H. Ledbetter Jr. of Monroe, a retired orthopedic surgeon, died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Monroe.

Gloria D. Lockhart, 67
RUSTON — Gloria D. Lockhart, a social worker, died Saturday. Services are 11 a.m. Friday at Pilgrim Rest Baptist Church, Ruston. Visitation is 1-6 p.m. today at Miller Funeral Home, Ruston. Burial will be in Grambling Memorial Gardens.

Jack Loyd, 79
RUSTON — Jack Loyd died Wednesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Owens Memorial Chapel Funeral Home, Ruston.

Robert Neal, 57
Robert Neal of Monroe, a laborer, died Friday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Deuteronomy Baptist Church, Monroe. Burial will be in Powell Street Cemetery, Monroe under the direction of Funerals by McFarland, Monroe.

Douglas Nelson, 75
KANSAS CITY, Mo. — Douglas Nelson, a retired employee of Bendix Corp. and formerly of Calhoun, died Dec. 7. Services are 11 a.m. today at Park Lawn Funeral Home, Kansas City. Burial will be in Memorial Park Cemetery, Kansas City, under the direction of Park Lawn Funeral Home, Kansas City.

Beatrice Prestridge, 93
Beatrice Prestridge of Monroe, a homemaker formerly of Crowville, died Monday. Services are 11 a.m. today at First Baptist Church of Crowville. Burial will be in Crowville Masonic Cemetery under the direction of Gill First National Funeral Home, Winnsboro.

James 'Jim' Rabb, 62
James 'Jim' McDonald Rabb of West Monroe, a retired truck driver, died Wednesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral home, West Monroe.

Jerry Mac Rowe, 67
QUITMAN — Jerry Mac Rowe, a retired Stone Container shift foreman, died Tuesday. Services are 2 p.m. Friday at Edmonds Funeral Home, Jonesboro. Visitation is 3-9 p.m. today. Burial will be in Walnut Ridge Cemetery, Quitman.

William Smith Jr., 85
William Smith Jr. of Monroe, a steel mill worker, died Monday. Services are 11 a.m. Friday at Living Waters Apostolic Church of Love, West Monroe. Visitation is 1-7 p.m. Thursday at Funerals by McFarland, Monroe. Burial will be in Powell Street Cemetery, Monroe.

Dehonna K. Walker, 20
Dehonna Kentaisha Walker of Monroe died Wednesday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Greater Free Gift Baptist Church, Monroe. Burial will be in Powell Street Cemetery, Monroe under the direction of Funerals by McFarland, Monroe.

Wanda Dale Wood, 54
Wanda Dale Wood of Monroe, a retail sales clerk, died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Previously acknowledged
Beene, Margaret L.: 10 a.m. today, First Baptist Church, Tallulah.
Booker, Edward Sr.: noon Saturday, Pilgrim Rest Baptist Church, Rayville.
Burks, Sybil M.: 2 p.m. today, First Baptist Church, Delhi.
Burrell, Baron: noon Saturday, Morehouse District Baptist Association Building, Bastrop.
Cannon, Bessie Mae L.: 11 a.m. today, New Hope Missionary Baptist Church, Tallulah.
Dean, Grady: 1 p.m. today, Edmonds Funeral Home, Jonesboro.
Graves, Rhone: 11 a.m. today, Golden Funeral Home, Bastrop.
Hall, Alvia: 1 p.m. today, Miller Funeral Home, Monroe.
Hendrix, Jessie Sutton: 10 a.m. today, Christ Church, West Monroe.
Heusel, Sara Bess Hailey: 2 p.m. today, First United Methodist Church, Bastrop.
Lockhart, Gloria D.: 11 a.m. Friday, Pilgrim Rest Baptist Church, Ruston.
Phillips, Vera Mae: 11 a.m. Saturday, St. John Baptist Church, Tallulah.
Price, Annie M.: 11 a.m. Saturday, Piney Grove Baptist Church, Monroe.
Stigall, William: 2:30 p.m. today, Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home, Winnsboro.
Sullivan, Donna: 1 p.m. Saturday, Mount Olive Baptist Church, Oak Grove.
Swayzer, Eva L.: 11 a.m. today, Winnsboro Second Baptist Church.
Thornton, Doris 'Chick': 10 a.m. today, Christian Fellowship Church, Winnsboro.
Washington, Mary Pearl: 10 a.m. today, Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe.
Westmoreland, Le'Evelyn: 5:15 p.m. today, First United Methodist Church, Tallulah

December 15, 2006 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

EVERETTE L. "FOX" AARON Kilpatrick Funeral Home Farmerville, LA Everette L. "Fox" Aaron was born on December 25, 1922 and went to be with the Lord December 13, 2006 after a lengthy illness at St. Francis Specialty Hospital. Services will be held on Sunday, December 17, 2006 at 2:00PM at Kilpatrick Funeral Home Chapel in Farmerville, LA. Interment will be in Ouachita City Cemetery. Mr. Aaron was preceded in death by his wife Hattie Aaron, a son, Robert Aaron, his mother and father Minnie and Joe Lee Aaron, 2 grandkids Laura and Tristen. He is survived by his 2 sons, Eugene Aaron of West Monroe, Roger Aaron of Spencer; 2 daughters, Patsy Lively and Louise Mulder Netberland both of Spencer; 14 grandkids and 32 great-grandkids, one great-great-grandkid, four brothers, one sister, and many nieces and nephews. He was a wonderful father and grandfather and will be greatly missed by everyone including his CB friends. Visitation will be held on Saturday, December 16, 2006 from 5:00PM to 8:00PM at Kilpatrick Funeral Home in Farmerville, LA. Pallbearers will be: Duke Mulder, Dale Aaron, Vernon Lively, Michael Shirley, Matt Russell and Spence Johnson. Honorary Pallbearers will be: all granddaughters. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com

DONALD GENE BENNETT, SR. Gill First National Funeral Home Winnsboro, LA Funeral services for Donald Gene Bennett, Sr., 76, of Winnsboro, LA will be held at 10:00AM Saturday, December 16, 2006 in the chapel of Gill First National Funeral Home in Winnsboro with Rev. Bobby Brown and Rev. Buford Brady officiating. Interment will follow in the New Lone Cedar Cemetery in Winnsboro. Visitation will be held from 5:00PM until 8:00PM Friday at the funeral home, He was born to Cecil and Nellie Rodgers Bennett on November 3, 1930 in Winnsboro and passed from this life Thursday, December 14, 2006 at his residence in Winnsboro. Mr. Bennett, a 1947 graduate of Winnsboro High School, was a U.S. Army veteran, and a lifelong Franklin Parish farmer. He married Raleigh Talbert on December 31, 1952 in Vicksburg, MS. He was preceded in death by his parents and three brothers: Ray, Junior, and J.E. Bennett. He is survived by his wife of nearly 55 years, Raleigh T. Bennett of Winnsboro, LA; three children and their spouses, Don and Dewanna Bennett of Winnsboro, LA, Jan and John Albritton of Ruston, LA, and Amy and Mike Boswell of Boyce; six grandchildren Ben Denny, Christina Bennett, Jeremy Albritton, Jodi Albritton, Cody Boswell, and Carrie Boswell. Pallbearers will be Jeremy Albritton, John Albritton, Kent Bennett, Cody Boswell, Mike Boswell, Joe Cordill, Ben Denny, and Billy Ray Wiggins. Honorary pallbearers will be Donnie Bennett, Raymon "Garball" Bennett, Peachy Davis, Tommy Merrill, Turner Neal, and Ray Sharp. To sign guestbook or view video tribute on line, visit www.gillfirstnational.com

WANDA "DALE WOOD" GOETTIG Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Graveside services for Wanda Dale Wood Goettig will be at 1:00 PM, Saturday, December 16, 2006 at Hasley Cemetery, West Monroe, LA with Rev. Michi Head officiating under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe, LA. Wanda Dale Wood Goettig was born December 1, 1952 and passed away December 12, 2006. She was a retail store clerk, an avid pool player and a lover of animals. She was preceded in death by her mother Dorothy Grant Wood and her father Billy L. Wood. She is survived by her twin sister, Gail Townsend and her husband James, one brother, Billy Wood Jr. and his wife, Pam her God daughter Debbie Turnage, several aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews and a large host of friends. Visitation will be Saturday from 10AM until 12PM at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe, LA. Online condolences may be sent to www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com

MILDRED REBECCA (McMANUS) GUESS Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mrs. Mildred Rebecca McManus Guess, 82, of West Monroe, LA will be held at 11:00 AM, Saturday, December 16, 2006 at New Life Apostolic Church with Rev. Tommy McMurray and Rev. Tim McMurray officiating. Interment will be held at Roselawn Memorial Gardens, Calhoun, LA under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Mrs. Guess was born November 5, 1924 in Meadville, Mississippi and passed away in Monroe, LA on December 13, 2006. Mrs. Guess was raised as a pastors daughter and enjoyed singing and leading the choir. She was a member of New Life Apostolic Church. She was preceded in death by her husband, Eslie B. Guess, parents, Rev. Fred & Sis Janie McManus. She is survived by 3 daughters; Gwen and Billy Causey, Linda and Ivin Dycus, and Betty & Rev. Tommy McMurray; 8 grandchildren, Ricky Causey, Tomekia Causey, Chris Causey, Sondra Martin, Lowell Dycus, Jerell Dycus, Tim McMurray and Ken McMurray; 9 great grandchildren and 1 great great grandchild. Special thanks to church families for their prayers, food, and flowers and to United Home Health, Home Assistance and three special care givers, Mary, Grace and Barbara. Mrs. Guess grandsons will serve as pallbearers. Visitation will be Friday from 5:00 PM until 9:00 PM at Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com

ROY H. HOBBS Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral services for Roy H. Hobbs, 79, of West Monroe, LA will be held at 2:00 PM, Sunday, December 17, 2006 in the Chapel of Kilpatrick Funeral Home of West Monroe. Officiating will be Reverend Oda "Tuck" Roberts. Interment will follow at Mount Vernon Cemetery in West Monroe under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home of West Monroe. Mr. Hobbs was born in Calhoun, LA on September 12, 1927 and passed away on December 13, 2006 at his residence in West Monroe. Mr. Hobbs was a member of Ridge Avenue Baptist Church. He served in the United States Navy and was a retired truck driver with Mayflower Moving Company. Mr. Hobbs is survived by his wife, Margaret Hobbs, daughters, Melanie L. Chilton, Sandra Deville, and Vikki Hale; sons, R. Craig Hobbs, Phillip S. Hobbs, Steven B. Hobbs and Rodney A. Hobbs; sisters, Estelle Daniel, Effie Johnson, Maurine Willadsen, Bernice Taylor, and Sue Gulett; 16 grandchildren and 6 great grandchildren. Pallbearers will be his grandsons, Haden Hobbs, Hunter Hobbs, Hogan Hobbs, Russ Hobbs, Cody Chilton and Chris Chilton. Honorary pallbearer will be Chase Chilton. Visitation will be Saturday from 5:00PM until 8:00 PM at Kilpatrick Funeral Home of West Monroe. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com.

DR. ROY H. LEDBETTER, JR. Kilpatrick Funeral Home Monroe, LA A memorial service for Dr. Roy Harrison Ledbetter, Jr. will be he held at 3:00 P.M., Tuesday, December 19, 2006 at First Presbyterian Church of Monroe with the Reverend Dr. Allison Moody officiating. A reception will follow in the Fellowship Hall. Dr. Ledbetter was born on June 23, 1925 in Bessemer, Alabama and died on Tuesday, December 12, 2006 at Stoney Brook Assisted Living Facility after a lengthy illness. Dr. Ledbetter was raised in Birmingham, Alabama where he attended Phillips High School. He loved sports, and lettered in football, basketball, and track. For years, he held the Alabama state high school records in the long jump and high hurdles. He graduated from Birmingham Southern College, where he was a member of the Omega Delta Kappa leadership and scholastic fraternity, and the Kappa Alpha social fraternity. He then attended Tulane University Medical School, where he earned academic honors and was elected to the AOA fraternity. He was also a member of Phi Chi social fraternity. After earning his M.D. degree, Dr. Ledbetter served his country as a medical officer in the United States Navy, including a one year stint in a M.A.S.H. unit during the Korean War. He returned to New Orleans to complete his orthopedic residency at Tulane University Medical School. In 1955, he moved to Monroe to join Dr. Faheam Cannon in the private practice of orthopedic surgery. They later joined with Dr. Frank Cline to found The Orthopedic Clinic of Monroe. In addition to his private practice, Dr. Ledbetter worked regularly for many years at the State of Louisiana Handicapped Children's Clinic in Monroe. From 1979 to 1985, he worked part-time at E.A. Conway Hospital, caring for the orthopedic patients, and teaching orthopedics to family practice and surgery resident physicians. In 1985, he retired from his private practice to serve full-time on the orthopedic clinical and teaching staff at E.A. Conway for the next five years. Dr. Ledbetter spent countless hours on the sidelines providing medical care for local football teams, especially Ouachita High School, ULM and Grambling State University. Dr. Ledbetter served as President of the Louisiana State Orthopedic Society, and was a member of the Mid-American Orthopedic Society, Clinical Orthopedic Society, American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons, Southern Orthopedic Association, Louisiana State Medical Society, Ouachita Parish Medical Society, and the American Medical Association. Dr. Ledbetter was a member of First Presbyterian Church of Monroe, where he was an elder and a member of the Board of Trustees. He also taught Sunday school and sang in the choir. He was a past president of the YMCA. He was a member of Bayou Desiard Country Club, where he served on the Board of Directors, including Tennis Chairman for many years. Dr. Ledbetter had many hobbies and interests. He was an accomplished woodworker, and built many beautiful pieces of furniture. He loved snow- skiing, golf, tennis, hunting, and water sports. He played third base and pitcher for his church softball team well into his fifties. He loved to sing, and could play a guitar with some skill. He enjoyed baking sour dough bread, and gave away hundreds of loaves over the years. No matter how busy he was, he rarely missed athletic events of his children and grandchildren. Dr. Ledbetter was preceded in death by his parents, Roy H. Ledbetter, Sr. and Mamie Joe Reid Ledbetter, of Birmingham, Alabama. Dr. Ledbetter is survived by his beloved wife of 53 years, Helen Frances Land Ledbetter; four children, Dr. John Land Ledbetter and his wife Dee McDonald Ledbetter of Monroe, the Reverend Dr. Anne Reid Ledbetter and her husband, George Keith McGowan of Wilmington, Delaware, Lee Harrison Ledbetter of New Orleans, Louisiana and Roy Norwood (Woody) Ledbetter of Hackberry, Louisiana; grandchildren, Evans McGowan, Lea McGowan, McDonald Ledbetter, Land Ledbetter, Mary Reid McGowan, Harrison Ledbetter, Jenny Ledbetter, Rachel Ledbetter, Preston Magouirk, and Lee Magouirk. He is also survived by his brother Reid Ledbetter and his wife Diane Wiggins Ledbetter of Grosse Ile, MI, and his sister Jane Ledbetter Northcutt of Birmingham, Alabama and by beloved nieces and nephews. The family would like to thank the staff of Stoney Brook Assisted Living and Hospice Care of Louisiana for their care of Dr. Ledbetter. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to First Presbyterian Church of Monroe, 1201 Stubbs Avenue, Monroe, LA 71201. Online condolence messages may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com.

JOHN C. LOVE West Center Chapel Omaha, NE John C. Love, formerly of Olla, died on Sunday, December 3, 2006 in Omaha, Nebraska. Mr. Love was born to Herman and Lenora Love on February 18, 1922 in Olla, LA. He was an active member of the Olla Congregation of Jehovah's Witnesses for most of his life. He retired from the Union Pacific Railroad in 1983 after 41 years of service. A memorial service will be held at 2:00 on Saturday, December 16th at the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses in Olla. Visitation is at Riser & Son Funeral Home in Olla on Friday, December 15 from 5:00PM to 8:00PM, and following the service on Saturday. He was preceded in death by his parents and a sister, Genevieve McHughes. Survivors include his wife of 56 years, Dollie R. Love of Omaha; son, Jerry Love of Charlotte, NC; daughters: Beverly Love, Betty Hickman and husband Hubert, all of Omaha; grand children: Mark, Amy, Janie, Ruby, Claire, and John; brother, James H. Love of Forest Park, GA; sister, Hazel Ford of North Little Rock, AR, and several nieces and nephews.

JAMES (JIM) McDONALD RABB Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Funeral services for James (Jim) McDonald Rabb, 62, of West Monroe will be held at 10:00 A.M. Saturday, December 16, 2006, in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home in West Monroe with Rev. George Bonner officiating. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery in Monroe under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home in West Monroe. Mr. Rabb died December 13, 2006 at his residence in West Monroe. He was a retired truck driver with DPI and heavy equipment operator. Mr. Rabb was a United States Marine Veteran. He was of the Baptist faith. Mr. Rabb was an avid fisherman. Survivors include his wife, Lillie Rabb; daughters, Traci Valentine and husband Douglas, Terri Brinson and husband Jimmy, Lynn Thomas and husband Jason; mother, Mildred Tolbird; sisters, Francis Holloway and husband Roy, Mary Kimble and husband John Hardy, Brenda Booth; brothers, Joe Rabb and wife Wanda, Bobby Rabb, and Richard Rabb and wife Liz; five grandchildren; two great grandchildren, and numerous nieces and nephews. Special friends, Ron Baker, Mark Shelton, Hix Landrum, Mitch Rosenberry, Gary Jalovec, Mickey Richard, and Sonny Aldridge. Pallbearers will be Joe Rabb, Bobby Rabb, Richard Rabb, Mark Shelton, Ron Baker, and Roy Holloway. Honorary Pallbearers will be Hix Landrum, Mitch Rosenberry Douglas Valentine, Jason Thomas, and Jimmy Brinson. Visitation will be from 5:00 P.M. until 8:00 P.M. Friday December 15, 2006 at Mulhearn Funeral Home in West Monroe. The family would like to thank Dr. Clyde Elliott and staff and everyone involved in the care of Jim. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com

Kathleen "Kat" D. Shackelford Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road, Monroe, LA Services for Mrs. Kathleen "Kat" D. Shackelford, 83, of Monroe, LA will be held at 2 PM, Saturday, December 16, 2006, at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe, LA. with Rev. Whit Holmes officiating. Interment will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery. Mrs. Shackelford was born February 13, 1923 in Grand Cheniere, LA and passed away in her sleep in Georgetown, TX on Saturday, December 9, 2006, after a brief illness. She was married to Troy R. Shackelford for 55 years. She was preceded in death by her husband, Troy; her parents, Joseph and Dora Doxey; her sisters, Dorothy Doxey, Hilda Ricks, and Elizabeth Baker. Kathleen had been an elementary school teacher and music teacher in Bernice, Richland Parish, and Monroe, LA. Most of her teaching career was spent at Lakeshore Elementary School, where she taught 6th grade and directed countless musicals for the fifth and sixth grade choir. She graduated from Louisiana Tech with a bachelor's degree in music and from Northeast Louisiana University with a master's degree in education. She also received her thirty plus hours beyond her masters from La. Tech. She was a member of Parkview Baptist Church in Monroe. She is survived by her brothers, J. W. Doxey, Jr. of Lake Charles, LA and John Perry Doxey of Deer Park, TX; son, Troy Richard Shackelford, Jr. and wife Janet Hiller Shackelford of Port Neches, TX; daughter, Carol Holeman and husband James Holeman of Austin, TX; and grandchildren, Mark Shackelford, Amy Shackelford, Michael Holeman, Melanie Holeman, Melinda Holeman and Matthew Holeman. Kathleen was a devoted wife, mother and grandmother who loved music, cooking, and gardening. She especially enjoyed spending time with her two children and six grandchildren. They really enjoyed the special time spent with their grandmother during holidays and summer vacations. Kathleen was a very special lady who will be greatly missed by all her family and friends. Visitation will be from 5 PM until 7 PM Friday, December 15, at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to the Louisiana Baptist Children's Home, P.O. Box 4196, Monroe, LA in memory of Kathleen Shackelford. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com

ARCHIE WENDELL SUMRALL Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road, Monroe, LA Graveside services for Archie Wendell Sumrall, 67, of Swartz, will be held at 2:00PM Friday, December 15, 2006 at Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery in Monroe, LA with Rev. Terry Hines officiating, under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe, LA. Mr. Sumrall passed away December 11, 2006. He served in the Vietnam War in the U.S. Navy and was a member of several veterans' organizations. He was very proud of his military service. He was preceded in death by his father, George Herman Sumrall; mother, Lucille Sumrall; and brother, George Sumrall, Jr. Mr. Sumrall is survived by his wife, Shirley; daughter, Terry Sumrall; son, Archie, Jr.; stepson, Arthur Knight and wife Rachel; granddaughter, Stormy; grandsons, Timothy, Nickolas, Darrian, and Tristin Knight; and sisters, Barbara Bratton, and Sue Wilhite. Pallbearers will be Will Stansbury, Mike Bratton, Arthur Knight, and Jimmy Johnson. Visitation will be Friday from 12:00 Noon until 1:30PM at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. The family wishes to extend Special Thanks to Vicki, Terry, and Northeast Louisiana Hospice. Online Registry/Condoences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com

RUTH WADE Kilpatrick Funeral Home Farmerville, LA Ruth Ela Barron Wade went to her heavenly Home on December 14, 2006. Her last days were spent in Grace Home, where she was lovingly cared for. Hymns, prayers and Bible verses were offered at her bedside, and God's Presence was felt during this last event of her life on earth. Services will be held at First Baptist Church, Farmerville, LA.; on Saturday, December 16, 2006 at 2:00 p.m. with Rev. Roger Johnson officiating, assisted by Rev. David Martin. Interment will follow at Beulah Baptist Church, Beulah Church Road in Farmerville, LA. The family will receive friends at Kilpatrick Funeral Home in Farmerville from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM on Friday, December 15, 2006. Ruth was born on December 25, 1914 in Spearsville, LA., to Robert Henry and Ela Rockett Barron, and had ten brothers and sisters. She graduated from Warner-Brown School of Nursing in El Dorado, AR., then married her high school sweetheart, Richard (Dick) Kilgore Wade. They lived in Farmerville, where she was a public health nurse in Union Parish for many years. She gave of herself to her church, her friends, family and those in need. She enjoyed flower gardening, painting, traveling and cooking for others. Ruth loved her church family, especially her Sunday School class. In later years, Ruth lived in the Arbor, both in Farmerville and Bossier City, and at the last, was in the Terrace, Bossier City. She also lived with her daughter and son-in-law, Velda and Perry Watson, of Bossier City, for a time. They along with caregivers Ernestine Roberson and Alice Evans, took loving care of her as long as possible. Ruth was preceded in death by her parents, husband, and brothers and sisters Joe Barron, Cisco Barron, Gurvis Barron, Guy Barron, Lavelle Barron, Willie Barron, Ruby Larde and Florene Kelley. She will always be missed by her children, Velda Watson and husband Perry, of Bossier City, Peggy Rogers and husband Don of Trade, TN, and Barry Wade and wife Judy of Tuscon, AZ; her grandchildren, Tara Allgood and husband Pat of Haughton, Julie Freeman and husband David of West Monroe, Maura Rogers of LaVerne, CA, Dr. Rachel Roberson and husband Greg of Marion, VA, Richard Wade and wife Kristen of Chicago, IL, and Robert Wade and wife Alison of San Diego, CA, and twelve great-grandchildren. She is also survived by brother, Harold Barron of Oak Grove, LA, and sister, Nell McWaters, of Shreveport, seven sister-in-law; as well as a large number of nieces and nephews. The family expresses deep gratitude to Dr. Michael Sewell, Juanita Myles and her staff of the Terrace, especially Linda and Elaine. They also thank Kathy Howard, Alice Evans, Life Path Hospice, and the excellent staff at Grace Home. Pallbearers will be nephews Ned Barron, Glenn Barron, Dwaine Barron, Bruce Barron, Gene Barron and Dr. Joe Barron. In Lieu of flowers the family suggests memorial contributions may be made to the First Baptist Church in Farmerville, or Grace Home in Shreveport, LA Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com.

BILL WASHER White's Azle Funeral Home Azle, TX Bill Washer, 78, died Sunday, December 10, 2006. Funeral services will be at 10:00AM Saturday, December 16, 2006 in White's Azle Chapel. Burial will follow at Azleland Cemetery, Azle, TX. In lieu of flowers, you may make contributions in Bill's name to the Alzheimer's Association. Bill was born October 1, 1928 in Monroe, LA. He was a Navy Veteran and retired from the FAA. Bill was a Ham Operator AKA "Knobby". He is predeceased in death by his wife, Ruth; brothers, Claude and Larche Washer; and sister, Jimmie Lee Scott Survivors include: sister, Monique Dortch; children: Allen Washer, Patsy Washer, Gordon & Marilyn Washer, Brenda & Bobby Marek; 12 grandchildren and 23 great-grandchildren.

Durward Walker August 12, 1925 December 15, 2005 WE MISS & LOVE YOU All Your Family & Friends

Arlene Atkins, 54
HOUSTON, Texas — Arlene Atkins, a food specialist, died Saturday. Graveside services are 1 p.m. Saturday at Gethsemane Memorial Gardens Cemetery under the direction of Richardson Funeral Home, Winnsboro.

Mattie B. Barber, 66
TALLULAH — Mattie B. Barber, a homemaker, died Monday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at Mount Celler Missionary Baptist Church, Tallulah. Visitation is all day today at Beckwith Golden Gate Funeral Home, Tallulah. Burial will be in Oakwood Cemetery, Tallulah.

George E. Bones Jr., 53
George Eugene Bones Jr. of West Monroe, a 4-Wheel Drive Specialists employee, died recently. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.*

Jerry Brannan, 63
Jerry Brannan of West Monroe, a machinist, died Wednesday. Graveside services are 2 p.m. Saturday at Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery, Monroe. Visitation is 10 a.m.-noon Saturday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Bertha M. Burkgart, 88
Bertha M. Burkgart of West Monroe, a homemaker, died Tuesday. Graveside services are 1 p.m. today at Twin Cities Memorial Gardens Cemetery. Visitation is 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. today at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Faye Collinsworth, 81
BIENVILLE — Faye Collinsworth, a homemaker, died Wednesday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Bienville Baptist Church. Visitation is 3-9 p.m. today at the church. Burial will be in Campground Cemetery, Bienville under the direction of Southern Funeral Home, Jonesboro.

Daisy Dunlap, 71
Daisy Dunlap of Monroe, a homemaker, died Monday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Living Water Apostolic Church, West Monroe. Visitation is 1-7 p.m. today at Smith Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens.

Elijah Heckard, 60
LOS ANGELES — Elijah Edwards-Heckard, formerly of Wisner, a maintenance supervisor, died Tuesday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at Locust Hill Baptist Church, Extension. Burial church cemetery under the direction of Richardson Funeral Home, Winnsboro.

Lena Mae Ellis, 78
Lena Mae Ellis of Monroe, a cook, died Saturday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at Mount Calvary Baptist Church, Monroe. Visitation is today at Funerals by McFarland. Burial will be in Philadelphia Baptist Church Cemetery, Crowville.

Idella Ford, 68
WATERPROOF — Idella Ford, a homemaker, died Saturday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Oakwood Baptist Church, Waterproof. Visitation is 5-6 p.m. today at the church. Burial will be in Oakwood Cemetery, Waterproof under the direction of Beckwith Golden Gate Funeral Home, Tallulah.

Walter H. Jones Jr., 80
Walter H. Jones Jr. of Monroe, a retired Holsum Bakery employee, died Monday. Graveside services are 3 p.m. today at Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery, Monroe under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe.

Gloria Malone Killian, 70
DOWNSVILLE — Gloria Malone Killian, a nurse, died Wednesday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Aulds Chapel Bible Church, Downsville. Visitation is noon-2 p.m. today at the church. Burial will be in the church cemetery under the direction of Owens Memorial Chapel, Ruston.

Edward G. Lavigne III, 85
COLLINSTON — Edward George Lavigne III, a retired Malone and Hyde bookkeeper, died Tuesday. Services are 10 a.m. today at St. Lawrence Catholic Church, Swartz. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery, Monroe under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Monroe.

Eva Janice Lee, 48
LILLIE — Eva Janice Lee died Sunday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Fellowship Baptist Church, Lillie. Burial will be in Fellowship Cemetery, Lillie under the direction of Memorial Funeral Home, Homer.

Van Larry Looney, 69
BASTROP — Van Larry Looney, an International Paper Co. storeroom clerk, died Thursday. Services are 10 a.m. Saturday at Cox Funeral Home, Bastrop. Visitation is 5-9 p.m. at the funeral home. Burial will be in Memorial Park Cemetery, Bastrop.

John Love, 84
OLLA — Brother John Love, a minister, died Dec. 4. Memorial services are 2 p.m. Saturday at Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses, Olla. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. today at Riser Funeral Home, Olla.

Helen B. Moreland, 93
MONTEREY — Helen B. Moreland, a housewife, died Thursday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Monterey Church of Christ. Visitation is 5-9 p.m. today at the church. Burial will be in New Era Baptist Church Cemetery under the direction of Young's Funeral Home, Ferriday.

Lawrence W. Shows, 72
HAUGHTON — Lawrence Wayne Shows, a job placement technician, died Tuesday. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at Edmonds Funeral Home, Jonesboro. Visitation is 1 p.m. Saturday until time for services. Burial will be in Ebenezer Cemetery near Jonesboro.

Archie Wendell Sumrall, 66
Archie Wendell Sumrall of Monroe, a truck driver, died Monday. Graveside services are 2 p.m. today at Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery, Monroe. Visitation is noon-1:30 p.m. today at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe.

Roy Gene Vaughn Jr., 43
PICAYUNE, Miss. — Roy Gene Vaughn Jr., a construction worker, died Monday. Memorial services are 11 a.m. today at Crothers-Glenwood Funeral Home, Tallulah.

James Wiggins, 73
TALLULAH — James Wiggins, a farmer, died Friday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at First Kingdom Missionary Baptist Church, Tallulah. Visitation is today at Beckwith Golden Gate Funeral Home, Tallulah. Burial will be in New Oakwood Cemetery, Tallulah.

Dorothy Williams, 51
ST. JOSEPH — Dorothy Williams, a cook, died Sunday. Services are 2:30 p.m. Saturday at New China Grove Baptist Church, St. Joseph. Visitation is 6-7 p.m. today at the church. Burial will be in the church cemetery under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville.

Billy Gene Yarbrough, 56
EL DORADO, Ark. — Billy Gene Yarbrough died Monday. Services are 1:30 p.m. Saturday at Olive Branch Baptist Church, El Dorado. Burial will be in Morning Star Cemetery, El Dorado, under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville.

Previously acknowledged
Booker, Edward Sr.: noon Saturday, Pilgrim Rest Baptist Church, Rayville.
Branson, Edna Mae: 11 a.m. Saturday, Olive Branch Baptist Church, West Monroe.
Burrell, Baron: noon Saturday, Morehouse District Baptist Association Building, Bastrop.
Cook, Lela Mae: 10 a.m. today, Mulhearn Funeral Home, Winnsboro.
Ellis, Lena Mae: 1 p.m. Saturday, Mount Calvary Baptist Church, Beverly Street, Monroe.
Gates, Finis Sr.: 11 a.m. today, Century Funeral Home, Clarksdale, Miss.
Gibson, James Calvin: 2 p.m. Saturday, Brownsville Baptist Church, Columbia.
Hicks, Jerry: 11 a.m. Saturday, Piney Grove Baptist Church, West Monroe.
Lockhart, Gloria D.: 11 a.m. today, Pilgrim Rest Baptist Church, Ruston.
Neal, Robert: 11 a.m. Saturday, Deuteronomy Baptist Church, Monroe.
Phillips, Vera Mae: 11 a.m. Saturday, St. John Baptist Church, Tallulah.
Price, Annie M.: 11 a.m. Saturday, Piney Grove Baptist Church, Monroe.
Rowe, Jerry Mac: 2 p.m. today, Edmonds Funeral Home, Jonesboro.
Smith, William Jr.: 11 a.m. today, Living Waters Apostolic Church of Love, West Monroe.
Sullivan, Donna: 1 p.m. Saturday, Mount Olive Baptist Church, Oak Grove.
Swayzer, Eva L.: 11 a.m. today, Winnsboro Second Baptist Church, Winnsboro.
Walker, Dehonna Kentaisha: 11 a.m. Saturday, Greater Free Gift Baptist Church, Monroe

December 16, 2006 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

MARGARET M. DODD Kilpatrick Funeral Home Monroe, LA Funeral services for Margaret M. Dodd, 76, of Shreveport, LA will be 2:00 PM Sunday December 17, 2006 at Kilpatrick Funeral Home of Monroe, LA. Officiating will be Reverend Charles Dupree. Interment will follow at New Chapel Hill Church Cemetery in West Monroe, LA under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home of Monroe, LA. Margaret was born March 1, 1930 in Shreveport, LA. and passed away December 14, 2006 in Shreveport, LA. Margaret is survived by her daughter: Linda Fletcher and husband, David; Sons: Lavell Dodd and wife, Vickie, Allan Dodd and wife, Teresa and Edward Dodd; six grandchildren: Kerri Harrist, Robyn Blaylock, Timm Dodd, Keith Dodd, Chris Dodd, Stacie Zuniga, and Crystal Booth; two brothers: Tippy Bickham and Mickey Bickham; three sisters: Deannie Johnson, Clara Norris, and Kathy Moran; seven great grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. Pallbearers will be Mickey Bickham, Tippy Bickham, Keith Dodd, Timm Dodd, Chris Dodd, Kevin Chesney and Tippy Bickham, Jr. Visitation will be 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM Saturday, December 16, 2006 and 12:00 noon Sunday until the time of service at Kilpatrick Funeral Home in Monroe, LA. You leave us with a legacy of love and absolute devotion. Each sunrise will remind us that your spirit lives daily through each of us and that you live eternally with our Heavenly Father. Condolence messages may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes .com.

MR. GEORGE "UNCLE EUGENE" BONES, JR. Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Graveside service for Mr. George "Uncle Eugene" Bones, Jr., 53, of West Monroe, LA, will be held at 2:00PM Sunday, December 17, 2006, at Twin City Memorial Gardens on Cypress St., Hwy 80, West Monroe, LA with Rev. David Abshire of New Hope Worship Center, West Monroe, LA officiating. Services are under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe, LA. Eugene, a four-wheel drive mechanic, was born June 23, 1953 in Oklahoma City, OK and passed away December 13, 2006 in Columbia, LA. Eugene was preceded in death by a sister, Celeste Aline Bones. He is survived by his mother, Sarah Owen of Eufalua, OK; one daughter, Amanda Renee' Bones of West Monroe, LA; three sisters, Joyce Carter and husband Kenneth of Luna Community West Monroe, LA, Veronica McKenzie and husband Kevin of Angola, IN, and Candace Owens and husband Greg of New Haven, IN; one brother, Stanley Rolland Bones, Sr. of Luna Community, West Monroe, LA; a "special sister", Patricia Fisher of Shreveport, LA; a special friend, Dorothy Avera; numerous nieces and nephews, and many friends. Pallbearers will be Fabian Faircloth, Jerry Sykes, Jr., Stanley R. Bones, Jr., Lenard Ward, Robert Lindsey, and Harvey Robideaux. Honorary pallbearers will be Johnny Hodge and Randy Haney. Visitation will be Sunday, December 17, 2006, from 11:00AM until 1:00PM at Mulhearn Funeral Home, McMillan Rd., West Monroe, LA. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome .com In loving memory of Betty Lightsey 2/14/1930 — 12/16/2005 We love you and we miss you Your loving family and friends.

Everette L. 'Fox' Aaron, 83
SPENCER — Everette L. 'Fox' Aaron, an oil and gas industry worker, died Wednesday. Services are 2 p.m. Sunday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Farmerville. Burial will be in Ouachita City Cemetery.

Donald Bennett Sr., 76
WINNSBORO — Donald Gene Bennett, a farmer, died Thursday. Services are 10 a.m. today at Gill First National Funeral Home, Winnsboro. Visitation is 9 a.m. today until service time. Burial will be in Lone Cedar Cemetery.

Wanda Wood Goettig, 54
Wanda Dale Wood Goettig of Monroe, a retail sales clerk, died Tuesday. Graveside services are 1 p.m. today at Hasley Cemetery, West Monroe. Visitation is 10 a.m. until noon today at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Mildred Guess, 82
Mildred Rebecca McManus Guess of West Monroe, a homemaker, died Wednesday. Services are 11 a.m. today at New Life Apostolic Church, West Monroe. Visitation is 9:30 a.m. until time of services today at the church. Burial will be in Roselawn Memorial Gardens, Calhoun under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Roy Horace Hobbs, 79
Roy Horace Hobbs of West Monroe, a retired truck driver, died Wednesday. Services are 2 p.m. Sunday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Burial will be in Mount Vernon Cemetery, West Monroe.

Annie Costanza Lewis, 90
Annie Fances Costanza Lewis of Monroe, a retired business owner, died Friday. Services are 10 a.m. Monday at Jesus the Good Shepherd Catholic Church. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Sunday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe, with a vigil wake services at 6 p.m. Burial will be in St. Matthew Mausoleum.

Donald C. Mills, 92
SHREVEPORT — Donald C. Mills, a retired Air Force major, died Tuesday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Strange United Methodist Church, Readhimer. Military graveside services will follow in the church cemetery under the direction of Edmonds Funeral Home, Jonesboro.

James McDonald Rabb, 62
James 'Jim' McDonald Rabb of West Monroe, a retired truck driver, died Wednesday. Services are 10 a.m. today at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Visitation is 9 a.m. until service time today. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery, Monroe.

Alvin Joe Ready, 64
TUPELO, Miss. — Alvin Joe Ready, formerly of Sicily Island, a retired auto body technician, died Thursday. Graveside services are 2 p.m. today at Highland Park Cemetery, Sicily Island. Visitation is 11 a.m.-1:30 p.m. today at Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home, Winnsboro.

Lorena Della Roberts, 88
PIONEER — Lorena Della Roberts, a beautician, died Friday. Services are 2 p.m. Monday at Epps Baptist Church. Visitation is 2-5 p.m. Sunday at Cox Funeral Home, Oak Grove. Burial will be in Epps Cemetery.

Kathleen Shackelford, 83
Kathleen 'Kat' D. Shackelford of Monroe, a retired elementary school teacher, died Saturday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Visitation is 11 a.m. until time of service today. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery, Monroe.

Violet McCarty Shows, 89
SPRINGFIELD, Mo. — Violet McCarty Shows, formerly of Natchez, Miss. and a retired cafeteria manager for Adams County Public School System, died Wednesday. Graveside memorial services are 10:30 a.m. Monday at Sharon Baptist Church Cemetery, Sikes under the direction of Greenlawn Funeral Home North, Springfield.

Sandra Faye Sims, 55
EL DORADO, Ark. — Sandra Faye Sims died recently. Graveside services are 2 p.m. Sunday at Delhi Masonic Cemetery, Delhi under the direction of Perry's Funeral Chapels, El Dorado.

Adelaide Sturdivant, 82
Adelaide 'Sissy' Sturdivant of West Monroe, a homemaker, died Thursday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Ruth Ela Barron Wade, 91
FARMERVILLE — Ruth Ela Barron Wade, a retired registered nurse, died Thursday. Services are 2 p.m. today at First Baptist Church, Farmerville. Burial will be in Beulah Baptist Church Cemetery under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Farmerville.

Emma Ware, 91
COLUMBIA — Emma Ware, a homemaker, died Wednesday. Services are 1 p.m. today at Hopewell Baptist Church, Corey. Burial will be in the church cemetery under the direction of Miller Funeral Home, Monroe.

Previously acknowledged
Atkins, Arlene: 1 p.m. today, Gethsemane Memorial Gardens Cemetery, Winnsboro.
Barber, Mattie B.: 1 p.m. today, Mount Celler Missionary Baptist Church, Tallulah.
Booker, Edward Sr.: noon today, Pilgrim Rest Baptist Church, Rayville.
Brannan, Jerry: 2 p.m. today, Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery, Monroe.
Branson, Edna Mae: 11 a.m. today, Olive Branch Baptist Church, West Monroe.
Burrell, Baron: noon today, Morehouse District Baptist Association Building, Bastrop.
Collinsworth, Faye: 11 a.m. today, Bienville Baptist Church, Bienville.
Dunlap, Daisy: 11 a.m. today, Living Water Apostolic Church, West Monroe.
Edwards-Heckard, Elijah: 1 p.m. today, Locust Hill Baptist Church, Extension.
Ellis Lena Mae: 1 p.m. today, Mount Calvary Baptist Church, Beverly Street, Monroe.
Ford, Idella: 11 a.m. today, Oakwood Baptist Church, Waterproof.
Gibson, James Calvin: 2 p.m. today, Brownsville Baptist Church, Columbia.
Hicks, Jerry: 11 a.m. today, Piney Grove Baptist Church, West Monroe.
Lee, Eva Janice: 11 a.m. today, Fellowship Baptist Church, Lillie.
Looney, Van Larry: 10 a.m. today, Cox Funeral Home, Bastrop.
Love, John: 2 p.m. today, Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses, Olla.
Moreland, Helen B.: 11 a.m. today, Monterey Church of Christ.
Neal, Robert: 11 a.m. today, Deuteronomy Baptist Church, Monroe.
Phillips, Vera Mae: 11 a.m. today, St. John Baptist Church, Tallulah.
Price, Annie M.: 11 a.m. today, Piney Grove Baptist Church, Monroe.
Shows, Lawrence W.: 2 p.m. today, Edmonds Funeral Home, Jonesboro.
Sullivan, Donna: 1 p.m. today, Mount Olive Baptist Church, Oak Grove.
Walker, Dehonna Kentaisha: 11 a.m. today, Greater Free Gift Baptist Church, Monroe.
Wiggins, James: 1 p.m. today, First Kingdom Missionary Baptist Church, Tallulah.
Williams, Dorothy: 2:30 p.m. today, New China Grove Baptist Church, St. Joseph.
Yarbrough, Billy Gene: 1:30 p.m. today, Olive Branch Baptist Church, El Dorado

December 17, 2006 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

DR. ROY H. LEDBETTER, JR. Kilpatrick Funeral Home Monroe, LA A memorial service for Dr. Roy Harrison Ledbetter, Jr. will be he held at 3:00 P.M., Tuesday, December 19, 2006 at First Presbyterian Church of Monroe with the Reverend Dr. Allison Moody officiating. A reception will follow in the Fellowship Hall. Dr. Ledbetter was born on June 23, 1925 in Bessemer, Alabama and died on Tuesday, December 12, 2006 at Stoney Brook Assisted Living Facility after a lengthy illness. Dr. Ledbetter was raised in Birmingham, Alabama where he attended Phillips High School. He loved sports, and lettered in football, basketball, and track. For years, he held the Alabama state high school records in the long jump and high hurdles. He graduated from Birmingham Southern College, where he was a member of the Omega Delta Kappa leadership and scholastic fraternity, and the Kappa Alpha social fraternity. He then attended Tulane University Medical School, where he earned academic honors and was elected to the AOA fraternity. He was also a member of Phi Chi social fraternity. After earning his M.D. degree, Dr. Ledbetter served his country as a medical officer in the United States Navy, including a one year stint in a M.A.S.H. unit during the Korean War. He returned to New Orleans to complete his orthopedic residency at Tulane University Medical School. In 1955, he moved to Monroe to join Dr. Faheam Cannon in the private practice of orthopedic surgery. They later joined with Dr. Frank Cline to found The Orthopedic Clinic of Monroe. In addition to his private practice, Dr. Ledbetter worked regularly for many years at the State of Louisiana Handicapped Children's Clinic in Monroe. From 1979 to 1985, he worked part-time at E.A. Conway Hospital, caring for the orthopedic patients, and teaching orthopedics to family practice and surgery resident physicians. In 1985, he retired from his private practice to serve full-time on the orthopedic clinical and teaching staff at E.A. Conway for the next five years. Dr. Ledbetter spent countless hours on the sidelines providing medical care for local football teams, especially Ouachita High School, ULM and Grambling State University. Dr. Ledbetter served as President of the Louisiana State Orthopedic Society, and was a member of the Mid-American Orthopedic Society, Clinical Orthopedic Society, American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons, Ouachita Parish Medical Society, and several others. Dr. Ledbetter was a member of First Presbyterian Church of Monroe, where he was an elder and a member of the Board of Trustees. He also taught Sunday school and sang in the choir. He was a past president of the YMCA. He was a member of Bayou Desiard Country Club, where he served on the Board of Directors, including Tennis Chairman for many years. Dr. Ledbetter had many hobbies and interests. He was an accomplished woodworker, and built many beautiful pieces of furniture. He loved snow- skiing, golf, tennis, hunting, and water sports. He played third base and pitcher for his church softball team well into his fifties. No matter how busy he was, he rarely missed athletic events of his children and grandchildren. Dr. Ledbetter was preceded in death by his parents, Roy H. Ledbetter, Sr. and Mamie Joe Reid Ledbetter, of Birmingham, Alabama. Dr. Ledbetter is survived by his beloved wife of 53 years, Helen Frances Land Ledbetter; four children, Dr. John Land Ledbetter and his wife Dee McDonald Ledbetter of Monroe, the Reverend Dr. Anne Reid Ledbetter and her husband, Keith McGowan of Wilmington, Delaware, Lee Harrison Ledbetter and partner, Douglas John Meffert of New Orleans, Louisiana and Roy Norwood (Woody) Ledbetter of Hackberry, Louisiana; grandchildren, Evans McGowan, Lea McGowan, McDonald Ledbetter, Land Ledbetter, Mary Reid McGowan, Harrison Ledbetter, Jenny Ledbetter, Rachel Ledbetter, Preston Magouirk, and Lee Magouirk. He is also survived by his brother Reid Ledbetter and his wife Diane Wiggins Ledbetter of Grosse Ile, MI, and his sister Jane Ledbetter Northcutt of Birmingham, Alabama and by beloved nieces and nephews. The family would like to thank the staff of Stoney Brook Alzheimer's Care Assisted Living and Hospice Care of Louisiana for their care of Dr. Ledbetter. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to First Presbyterian Church of Monroe, 71201 Stubbs Avenue, Monroe, LA 71201. Online condolence messages may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes .com.

ANNIE FRANCES COSTANZA LEWIS Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road, Monroe Funeral services for Mrs. Annie Frances Costanza Lewis, 90, of Monroe will be at 10 AM, Monday, December 18, 2006, at Jesus the Good Shepherd Catholic Church with Rev. Mark Watson, Msg. Edmund Moore and Rev. Job Edathinatt officiating. Interment will be in St. Matthews Mausoleum under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home on Sterlington Road in Monroe. Mrs. Lewis was born September 13, 1916, in Monroe, LA. and passed away December 15, 2006, at her residence. Mrs. Lewis was a retired business owner of Stan's Chicken Inn, and Monroe Cigarette Service. She was a charter member of Good Shepherd Church, and attended St. Matthews High School. She was a member of the Good Shepherd Altar Society and was the recipient of the St. Matthews Altar Society 50 year service pin. Mrs. Lewis is preceded in death by her husband Tony John Lewis, daughter Esther Margaret Lewis parents Joseph Costanza, and Margarita Cascio Costanza, and brothers Louis J. Costanza, and Nicholas Costanza. Mrs. Lewis is survived by her son, Stanley J. Lewis of Bossier City, LA; daughter, Margaret Lewis Horne and husband Charles Raymond Horne of Monroe, LA; brother, Joe Joseph Costanza, Jr.; grandchildren, Gina Lewis O'Neal and husband Trey, Shonda Lewis, Tony Lewis, and Greg Horne; 8 great grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews. Pallbearers will be Trey O'Neal, Taylor O'Neal, Kendall Mims, Blake Mims, Brad Lawrence and Tommy Tarver. The family would like to thank sitters Becky Lewis, Shirley Kelly and Dr. Mike Sampognaro for their help and kindness. Visitation will be from 5:00PM until 8:00PM, Sunday, December 17, 2006, and a vigil wake service at 6:00 PM, at Mulhearn Funeral Home on Sterlington Road. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome. com

ADELAIDE (SISSY) STURDIVANT Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Funeral services for Adelaide (Sissy) Sturdivant, 82, of West Monroe will be held at 11:00AM Monday December 18, 2006 at Mulhearn Memorial Park Mausoleum Chapel in Monroe with Rev. Clay Dickson officiating. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery. Mrs. Sturdivant died December 14, 2006 at Glenwood Regional Medical Center in West Monroe. She was a member of the West Heights Missionary Baptist Church. Mrs. Sturdivant enjoyed cooking, sewing and being a housewife and a neighbor who was always willing to help others. Mrs. Sturdivant is preceded in death by her son Jackie Earl Sturdivant, three brothers and one sister. Survivors include her husband Earl Sturdivant; children, Paul Sturdivant and wife Linda, Ricky Sturdivant and wife Renee', Lori Taylor, Jamie Sturdivant and wife LaVonne, Kim Pruitt and husband Norman; nine grandchildren; two great grand children; brothers, Sidney McQuiller and James McQuiller. Visitation will be from 5:00PM until 8:00PM Sunday December 17, 2006 at Mulhearn Funeral Home in West Monroe. Memorials may be made to the Parkinson Foundation. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome. com

JOYE T. TALBERT Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road, Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mrs. Joye T. Talbert, 90, of Monroe, LA will be at 11 AM, Tuesday, December 19, 2006, in Mulhearn Funeral Home Chapel, Sterlington Road, Monroe with Rev. Jack Phelps officiating. Graveside services will be 3 PM, at Old Town Cemetery in Haynesville, LA. Mrs. Talbert was born November 20, 1916 in Goldonna, LA and passed away on December 16, 2006 in Monroe, LA. She was a resident of Haynesville, LA, for many years and a resident of Monroe, LA for 6 years. She was co-owner of Talbert's Department Store in Haynesville, LA. She attended Highland Park Baptist Church in Monroe and was a lifelong member of First Baptist in Haynesville. She is preceded in death by her husband, James R. Talbert and son, James Terral Talbert. She is survived by her daughter, Kitty Talbert Odom and husband Eric of Shreveport, LA; son, Rick Talbert of Monroe, LA; sisters, Avis Whitaker and Bonnie Bensberg; brother, Bill Terral; grandchildren, Ashley Warren Turner, M. Taylor Warren II, and Trevor Talbert; four great grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews. Visitation will be from 5:00PM until 7:00PM, Monday, December 18, 2006, at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhom.com

Estelle Banks, 86
NEWELLTON — Estelle Banks, a homemaker, died Wednesday. Services are 1 p.m. Monday at Newellton Chapel Baptist Church. A wake service is 5-6 p.m. today at Richardson Funeral Home, Newellton. Burial will be in Wyoming Cemetery, Newellton.

George Bones Jr., 53
COLUMBIA — George "Uncle Eugene" Bones Jr., a 4-Wheel Drive Specialists employee, died Wednesday. Graveside services are 2 p.m. today at Twin Cities Memorial Gardens Cemetery, West Monroe. Visitation is 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. today at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Margaret M. Dodd, 76
SHREVEPORT — Margaret M. Dodd, a retired salesperson, died Thursday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Monroe. Visitation will begin at 1 p.m. today. Burial will be in New Chapel Hill Cemetery, West Monroe.

Addie May Feeser, 94
DOWNSVILLE — Addie May Feeser, a homemaker, died Tuesday. Graveside services are 1 p.m. Monday at Twin Cities Memorial Gardens Cemetery, West Monroe. Visitation is 10 a.m. until noon Monday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Roy H. Hobbs, 79
Roy H. Hobbs of West Monroe, a retired truck driver, died Wednesday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Burial will be in Mount Vernon Baptist Church Cemetery, West Monroe.

Floyd McDade Jr., 80
DELHI — Floyd McDade Jr., a retired school bus driver, died Saturday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of McFarland's Funeral Home, Delhi.

Tonnie Smith, 58
RUSTON — Tonnie Smith, a truck driver, died Friday. Graveside services are 2 p.m. Monday at Vienna Cemetery. Visitation is 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Monday at Owens Memorial Chapel Funeral Home, Ruston.

Doris Rundell Vining, 89
OAK GROVE — Doris Rundell Vining, a homemaker, died Friday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Cox Funeral Home, Oak Grove. Visitation begins at 8 a.m. today. Burial will be in New Forest Cemetery.

F.A. Wooden, 82
F.A. Wooden of West Monroe, a retired plant manager, died Saturday. Graveside services are 9 a.m. today at Mer Rouge Cemetery under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Previously acknowledged
Aaron, Everette L. 'Fox': 2 p.m. today, Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Farmerville.
Hobbs, Roy Horace: 2 p.m. today, Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.
Lewis, Annie Costanza: 10 a.m Monday, Jesus the Good Shepherd Catholic Church, Monroe.
Roberts, Lorena Della: 2 p.m. Monday, Epps Baptist Church.
Shows, Violet McCarty: 10:30 a.m. Monday, Sharon Baptist Church Cemetery, Sikes.
Sims, Sandra Faye: 2 p.m. today, Delhi Masonic Cemetery, Delhi

December 18, 2006 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

CARROLL VALLETTE “C.V. CHRISTMAS Golden Funeral Home Bastrop, LA Funeral services for Mr. Carroll Vallette “C.V.” Christmas, 77, of Bastrop, LA. are scheduled for 2:00PM Tuesday, December 19, 2006 at the Chapel of Golden Funeral Home with Rev. Britt Dupree and Bro. Charles Sisk officiating. Interment will be in Memorial Park Cemetery. Mr. Christmas, a member of Central Baptist Church, passed away Sunday, December 17, 2006 at his residence. Born in Portland, Arkansas June 8, 1929, C.V. moved to Bastrop in 1957 and was employed by Terzia Lumber Co. In 1962 he founded Bastrop Roofing and Construction Co. and Christmas Realty. Upon his death he was co-owner of Christmas Realty, Christmas Enterprises, and Bastrop Mini-Warehouses. Christmas served in the U.S. Army, was a member of Mt. Gerizim Masonic Lodge #54, a 32nd degree Mason and a Shriner. He was a long time member of the Bastrop Morehouse Chamber of Commerce where he received the first annual “Mr. Morehouse Award”. He was one of the original founders of “Magic” Corp., a private economic development group which was successful in obtaining the Morehouse Garment Corp. Mr. Christmas was also a long time member and past president of the Bastrop Kiwanis Club and the Northeast La. Home Builders Assoc. where he was a licensed general and residential contractor as well as a licensed La. real estate broker. He is survived by three daughters, Debbie Pettis and husband Ronald of Bastrop, LA, Mary Bryan and husband Troy of Bastrop, LA, Faye Frost and husband Jack of Houston, TX; four grandchildren, Tiffney Rome and husband Scott of Bastrop, LA, Jessica Newton and husband Todd of West Monroe, LA, Crystal Frost of Houston, TX, Matt Spikes and wife Beth of Bastrop, LA; four great granddaughters, Bailey Rome, Abbi Spikes, Riley Newton , Emma Grace Newton; brother, Jimmy Christmas and wife Peggy of Bastrop, LA; Aunt, Irene Stell of Hamburg, AR and a host of wonderful nieces, nephews and friends. Mr. Christmas is preceded in death by his wife, Syble Wilson Christmas; parents, Carroll and Hazel Christmas and a sister, Carolyn McCollum. Serving as pallbearers are: Calvin Lusby, Robert Hawkins, Earl “Sonny” Moon, Charles, Sisk, Phillip Lester and Howard Halterman. Honorary Pallbearers are: Felix Brown, Homer McDougle, Huey Singley, George Clark, Dr. Joe Reynolds, Raymond Roberts, all past and present employees of Bastrop Roofing and Construction including Floyd Carney, Bud Veazey and Keith Travis and all past and present employees of Christmas Realty. The family wishes to express a special thank you to C.V.’s caregivers: Peggy Skains, Katena Henderson, Susan White and employees of Premier Hospice. Visitation will be held from 5:00PM until 8:00PM Monday, December 18, 2006 at Golden Funeral Home. Memorial contributions may be made to the Lukemia Foundation and the Shriners Hospitals for Children.

MRS. CAROLYN SMITH LAMKIN Edmond’s Funeral Home Jonesboro, LA Funeral services for Mrs. Carolyn Smith Lamkin, age 74, of Jonesboro, LA., will be at 2:00PM Tuesday, December l9, 2006 at the North Hodge Assembly of God Church with Rev. Gene Cumpton and Rev. Josh Merchant officiating. Burial will follow in the Gayla Traina Cemetery in Jonesboro, La. under the direction of Edmonds Funeral Home. Mrs. Lamkin died Saturday, December l6, 2006 at the Jackson Parish Hospital. She was a retired school teacher and was preceded in death by her husband, Allen P. Lamkin. Visitation will be from 4:00PM until 9:00 PM, Monday at the funeral home. Mrs. Lamkin is survived by: 2 sons, Reggie Lamkin and wife Joy of Minden, LA., and Mark Lamkin and wife Sheila of Jonesboro, LA. 3 Daughters, Shelly Dowdy and husband Dewayne of Ruston, LA, LeuAnne Prince and husband Robert of West Monroe, LA and Pam Nunn and husband Charles of Jonesboro, LA. l Sister, Dorothy Bosch and husband Leonard of Jonesboro, LA. 12 grandchildren and 2 great grandchildren.

Evelyn Hopkins Busby, 76
COLUMBIA — Evelyn Hopkins Busby, died Sunday. Services are 10 a.m. Tuesday at Riser Funeral Home, Columbia. Burial will be in Old Union Cemetery, Grayson. Visitation is 3 to 9 p.m. today at the funeral home.

Johnny Alfred Frost, 72
Johnny Alfred Frost, owner of Factory Service, of West Monroe, died Sunday. Services are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Lollie Ann Harvey, 56
Lollie Ann Harvey of Monroe died Saturday. Services are incomplete under the direction of Beckwith Golden Gate Funeral Home, Tallulah.

Katie Herring, 75
TALLULAH — Katie Herring died Sunday. Services are incomplete under the direction of Golden Gate Funeral Home, Tallulah.

Kimberly Johnson Stahley, 37
CROSSETT, Ark. — Kimberly Diane Johnson Stahley, employee of International Paper Co., Bastrop, formerly of Bastrop, died Sunday. Services are incomplete under the direction of Golden Funeral Home, Bastrop.

Adelaide 'Sissy' Sturdivant, 82
Adelaide "Sissy" Sturdivant, a homemaker of West Monroe, died Thursday. Services are 11 a.m. today at Mulhearn Memorial Park Mausoleum. Visitation is 10 to 11 a.m. today at the mausoleum.

Joye T. Talbert, 90
Joye T. Talbert, a retired co-owner of Talbert's Department Store, died Saturday. Services are 11 a.m. Tuesday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Old Town Cemetery, Haynesville. Visitation is 5 to 7 p.m. today at the funeral home.

Johnie E. Williamson, 79
Johnie E. Williamson, a retired Air Force Senior Master Sargeant, died Saturday. Services 2 p.m. Thursday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Burial will be in Roselawn Memorial Garden Cemetery, Calhoun. Visitation is noon to 2 p.m. Thursday.

Previously acknowledged
Banks, Estelle: 1 p.m. today, Newellton Chapel Baptist Church.
Feeser, Addie May: 1 p.m. today, Twin City Memorial Gardens Cemetery, West Monroe.
Lewis, Annie Costanza: 10 a.m today, Jesus the Good Shepherd Catholic Church, Monroe.
Roberts, Lorena Della: 2 p.m. today, Epps Baptist Church.
Shows, Violet McCarty: 10:30 a.m. today, Sharon Baptist Church Cemetery, Sikes.
Smith, Tonnie: 2 p.m. today, Vienna Cemetery near Ruston

December 19, 2006 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

JASON BLUE BOULTINGHOUSE Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, Louisiana Funeral Services for Jason Blue Boultinghouse, 27, of West Monroe, LA will be 10:00AM Wednesday December 20, 2006 at Whites Ferry Road Church of Christ with Mr. Bill Smith, Mr. Mike Kellett, and Mr. Alan Robertson officiating. Burial to follow at Roselawn Memorial Garden Cemetery in Calhoun, LA. Jason was born in Bakersfield, California on June 26, 1979 and passed away on December 17, 2006 in West Monroe, LA. Jason was bright eyed, eager-to-please son who always told the truth and was guided by an invincible loyalty to all he called friend. He was known by all for his gently spirit and sweet heart. Jason went to both OCS and West Monroe High School and graduated from Louisiana Tech. He worked several jobs through his college years, always making new and lasting friends along the way. His most recent job was with Howard Books, where he worked for the past two years. Jason deeply loved and was loved by his co-workers there. He is survived by his parents, Denny and Philis Boultinghouse of West Monroe, LA, by his sister, Crystal Boultinghouse of Santa Monica, CA, his grandmother, Nelda Boultinghouse of West Monroe, LA, and grandparents James and JoAnn Gibbs of Valley Center, CA. Also by many aunts and uncles and cousins who will miss his bright smile and kind heart all their days. Visitation will be 6:30PM until 8:00PM Tuesday, December 19, 2006 at Whites Ferry Road Church of Christ. Pallbearers will be John Howard, Randy Kirby, Duane Anderson, Don Ossman, Ed Johnston, Chris Ward, Joel Harrison and Brad Thompson. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com

MR. JOHNNY ALFRED FROST Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, Louisiana Funeral Services for Mr. Johnny Alfred Frost, 72, of West Monroe, LA will be 10:00AM Tuesday December 19, 2006 in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home in West Monroe, LA with Rev. Larry Eubanks and Rev. Pat Lofton officiating. Burial to follow at Cypress Baptist Church Cemetery. Mr. Frost passed away on Sunday December 17, 2006 in West Monroe, LA. He was a member of Cypress Baptist Church, a Lifetime Member of National Plot Hound Association and Past-President of POW-WOW Hunting Club. He was a United States Army Veteran serving in the Korean Conflict. He was retired owner and operator of Factory Service. He married Doris McDonald on December 22, 1957. He was preceded in death by his parents, John Lawson and Mecie Bamburg Frost, sister Addie Mae Head and Gertie Thomas. He is survived by his wife of 48 years, Doris McDonald Frost, two children, Terri Frost Wood and her husband Michael of West Monroe, LA, and David Frost and his wife Renee of West Monroe, LA and six grandchildren, Jordan, Jacob, and Samantha Wood all of West Monroe, LA, Miranda Frost Howard and her husband Brad of West Monroe, LA, Logan and Taylor Frost also of West Monroe, LA and one great-granddaughter, Leia Howard, sisters, Marie Tolbird and husband J.C., Helen Sharboro and husband Bob, Polly Bryan and husband J.W., Dorthy Frost, brothers, Otto Frost and wife Mary Magdaline, Carl Frost and wife Helen, Ellis Frost and wife Mary, and Dean Frost and wife Lynne and numerous nieces and nephews. Pallbearers will be Randy Frost, Robert Earl Frost, Paul Frost, Anthony Ardito, Tracy Ardito, and Kyle Bryan. Visitation will be from 9:00AM until Service Time Tuesday December 19, 2006. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com

BETTY RUTH BANDY ROSWELL Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road, Monroe Services for Mrs. Betty Ruth Bandy Roswell, 79, of Sterlington, will be 1:00PM, Wednesday, December 20, 2006, at Paron Baptist Church in Sterlington, LA, with Rev. Kurt Auger officiating. Interment will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Mrs. Roswell was born November 11, 1927, in Monroe, LA, and died December 18, 2006, in Monroe, LA. She was a member of Paron Baptist Church where she was very on the hospitality and kitchen committee. Due to her tragic circumstances in life, Miss Betty learned that her friends and church kept her sanity. She tried to pass this on to other families in a time of loss. She was preceded in death by her parents, Aubry Lee and Maude Smythe Bandy; and her children, Patricia Ann, Chuck and Deborah. She is survived by her husband, Clarence Eugene "Gene" Roswell. Pallbearers will be Ronnie Jones, Gary Tubbs, Hank Snell, Randy Kirby, John Sharp, Greg Bonner and Deacons of Paron Baptist Church. Visitation will be from 5:00PM until 8:00PM, Tuesday at Paron Baptist Church. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com

KYMBERLY DIANE JOHNSON STAHLEY Golden Funeral Home Bastrop, LA Funeral services for Kymberly Diane Johnson Stahley, 37, of Crossett, AR are scheduled for 2:00PM Wednesday, December 20, 2006 at the chapel of Golden Funeral Home with Rev. Jimmie Herring officiating. Interment will follow in Memorial Park Cemetery. Mrs. Stahley was an employee of International Paper Company and for many years was involved in law enforcement. She passed away Sunday, December 17, 2006. She is survived by her husband, Alex Stahley of Crossett, AR; parents, Judy and Bobby Thompson of Bastrop, James and Ester Johnson of Bastrop; grandmother, Marie Johnson of Bastrop; daughter, Megan Chandler Jones of Bastrop; sons, Trevor Allen Jones of Bastrop, Stan Stahley of Crossett, AR; sister, Selena Myers of Bastrop; step-sister, Terri Thompson of Bastrop and step-brother, Shaye Braddock of Bastrop. Mrs. Stahley is preceded in death by her grandfather, James Firley Johnson, Sr. and step-brother, Mickey D. Thompson. Pallbearers will be Kevin Smith, Dean Brown, Will Lambert, Mark Stephens, Mike Stephens and Rodney Stephens. Serving as honorary pallbearer will be Joel Boles. Visitation will be held Tuesday, December 19, 2006 from 5:00PM until 9:00PM at Golden Funeral Home.

Billy Ray Adams, 56
Billy Ray Adams of Monroe, retired from the U.S. Army, died Thursday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at Hester Central State Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial is in Powell Street Cemetery, Monroe.

Ruby F. Branch, 87
SALINE — Ruby F. Branch, a housewife, died Sunday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Magnolia Baptist Church, Saline. Burial is in the church cemetery under the direction of Edmonds Funeral Home, Jonesboro.

Lavorice B. Carpenter, 84
VIDALIA — Lavorice B. Carpenter, a sales clerk for Marty's Department Store and later Sam Green's Department Store, died Sunday. Graveside services are 11 a.m. today at Greenlawn Memorial Park under the direction of Young's Funeral Home, Ferriday.

Glynn Edward Crowe, 84
Glynn Edward Crowe of West Monroe, a desk clerk, died Monday. Graveside services are 11 a.m. Wednesday at New Forest Cemetery, Forest, under the direction of Cox Funeral Home, Oak Grove.

Lloyd William Dean Sr., 91
FARMERVILLE — Lloyd William Dean Sr., a retired carpenter, died Monday. Services are 10 a.m. Wednesday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Farmerville. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. today at the funeral home. Burial is in Liberty Hill Cemetery.

Johnny Alfred Frost, 72
Johnny Alfred Frost of West Monroe, retired owner and operator of Factory Service, died Sunday. Services are 10 a.m. today at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Visitation is 9 a.m. until service time today at the funeral home. Burial is in Cypress Baptist Church Cemetery.

Kenneth Gardner, 46
Kenneth Gardner of Monroe, formerly of Dallas, an American Airlines shipping department employee, died Wednesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Smith Funeral Home, Monroe.

Asberry Griffin, 63
CHICAGO, Ill. — Asberry Griffin, an engineer, died Sunday. Services are noon Saturday at Riser Funeral Home, Columbia. Visitation is 5-9 p.m. Friday at the funeral home. Burial is in Cedar Grove Cemetery, Grayson.

Holden A. Gwin, Infant
EPPS — Holden Anthony Gwin, the infant son of Jessica Lynn Fabela and James Anthony Gwin, died Friday. Graveside services were Monday at Epps City Cemetery under the direction of Cox Funeral Home, Delhi.

Charlie Hilliard, 79
Charlie Hilliard of Monroe, a retired truck driver, died Friday. Services are 3 p.m. Saturday at Hester Central State Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial is in Richwood Memorial Gardens, Monroe.

Aalilayh Jenkins, Infant
Aalilayh Jenkins, the infant daughter of Ashley Jenkins of Monroe, died Dec. 12. Graveside services are 2 p.m. today at Richwood Memorial Gardens, Monroe. Visitation is 10 a.m.—1 p.m. today at Smith Funeral Home, Monroe.

Emma B. Keyes, 83
TALLULAH — Emma B. Keyes, a homemaker, died Sunday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Crothers-Glenwood Funeral Home. Burial is in Memorial Park Cemetery, Tallulah.

Dr. Roy Ledbetter Jr., 81
SHREVEPORT — Dr. Roy H. Ledbetter, a retired surgeon, died Dec. 12. Services are 3 p.m. today at First Presbyterian Church, Monroe, under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Monroe.

Aubrey Lee, 93
Aubrey of Monroe, a retired auto paint and body mechanic, died Friday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Hester Central State Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial is in Union Baptist Church Cemetery, Bosco.

Gurthie Garner Mayes, 87
OLLA — Gurthie Arthurs Garner Mayes, a homemaker, died Monday. Services are 11 a.m. Wednesday at Riser Funeral Home, Olla. Visitation is 9 a.m. until time of services Wednesday at the funeral home. Burial is in Chickasaw Cemetery, east of Olla.

Floyd McDade Jr., 80
DELHI — Floyd McDade Jr., a school bus driver, died Saturday. Services are 11 a.m. Wednesday at Cloud Creek Baptist Church, Delhi. Visitation is 1-6 p.m. at McFarland Funeral Home, Delhi. Burial is in True Vine Cloud Creek Cemetery, Delhi.

Brenda C. McNeill, 58
WINNFIELD — Brenda C. McNeill died Sunday. Services are 10 a.m. Wednesday at Bethel Church of Christ, Calvin. Visitation is 5-9 p.m. today at the church. Burial is in Bethlehem Cemetery, Calvin under the direction of Edmonds Funeral Home, Jonesboro.

Gloria Powell, 58
HOUSTON — Gloria Powell, formerly of Monroe, a nurse, died Dec. 14. Services are 11 a.m. Thursday at New St. James Baptist Church, Monroe. Burial is in Good Hope Cemetery, Corey, under the direction of Hester Central State Funeral Home, Monroe.

Evelyn E. Sanders, 84
Evelyn E. Sanders of West Monroe, a homemaker, died Monday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Lillie 'Adella' Spears, 68
SLIDELL — Lillie Mae 'Adella' Spears, formerly of Monroe, a homemaker, died Dec. 12. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at Mount Pleasant Baptist Church, West Monroe. Burial is in the church cemetery under the direction of Hester Central State Funeral Home, Monroe.

Emanuel Thomas, 45
TALLULAH — Emanuel Thomas, a homemaker, died Tuesday. Services are 1 p.m. Wednesday at Joshus Generation Church, Tallulah. Visitation is today at Beckwith Golden Gate Funeral Home, Tallulah. Burial is in Oakwood Cemetery, Tallulah.

Clarena Washington, 89
TALLULAH — Clarena Washington died Sunday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Beckwith Golden Gate Funeral Home, Tallulah.

Callie Wilson, 77
Callie Wilson of Monroe, a homemaker, died Sunday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at True Vine Baptist Church, Monroe. Visitation is 6-7 p.m. Friday at Hester Central State Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial is in Richwood Memorial Gardens, Monroe.

Elizabeth Ann Zeagler, 73
Elizabeth Ann Zeagler of Monroe, a homemaker, died Monday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe.

Previously acknowledged
Busby, Evelyn Hopkins: 10 a.m. today, Riser Funeral Home, Columbia.
Talbert, Joye T.: 11 a.m. today, Mulhearn Funeral Home, Monroe.
Williamson, Johnie E.: 2 p.m. Thursday, Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe

December 20, 2006 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

MR. LEE O. EVANS, SR. Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Graveside services for Mr. Lee O. Evans, Sr, 93, will be 1:00PM, Thursday, December 21, 2006 at Hasley Cemetery under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home of West Monroe. Officiating will be Rev. Dwight Munn. Mr. Evans was born on November 24, 1913 and passed away on December 18, 2006. He was preceded in death by his first wife, Sadie Kelso Evans and his second wife, Delle McCaskill Evans and 12 siblings. He is survived by his son, Lee O. Evans, Jr. of West Monroe and fiancée Patricia Galvan of Guadalajara ,Mexico; grand children, Sadia Rahnert and husband Kevin of West Monroe, Barry Evans and wife Amy of Lexington, South Carolina and Claire Thibodeaux and husband Paul of Flower Mound, Texas; nine great grandchildren, and two great-great grand children. He was retired from Olinkraft where he was known as "Static". In the last several years of his life, Mr. Evans traveled numerous times to Mexico where he enjoyed the bullfights, food and the hospitality of the country. Visitation will be 6:00PM-9:00PM, Wednesday, December 20, 2006 at Kilpatrick Funeral Home of West Monroe. Online condolence messages may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhome.com

WILLIAM E "JAKE" JACOBSON Kilpatrick Funeral Home Monroe, LA. Funeral services for William "Jake" Jacobson, 80, will be at 2:00 PM, Wednesday, December 20, 2006 in the Chapel of Kilpatrick Funeral Home of Monroe. Officiating will be Rev. Marty Kutz and Rev. Eric Harriman. Interment will follow at Monroe Memorial Park under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home of Monroe. Jake was born on January 3, 1926 in Antioch Illinois and went to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on December 18, 2006. Jake faithfully served his country in World War II on the battleship USS Maryland. He retired as a barge captain from Reading & Bates Drilling Co. and was a member of Lighthouse Baptist Church. Survivors include his wife Andja Jacobson; sons, Gary "Jake" Jacobson and wife Sue of Monroe, Denis "DJ" Jacobson and wife Janice of Columbia; daughters, Gail Jacobson Duff and husband Randy of Pasadena, Texas; MaryAnn Jacobson Lloyd and husband Shad of Colorado Springs, Colorado, and Tonya Jacobson of Monroe; 8 grandchildren, Denious, Sarah, Darren, Chris, and Melissa Jacobson; Stephanie and Travis Hardy; and Luke Lloyd; and 6 great grandchildren. Pallbearers will be Denious Jacobson, Darren Jacobson, Chris Jacobson, Paul Moore, Randy Duff, and Pete Kovata.Visitation will be Wednesday, December 20, 2006 from 10:00 AM at Kilpatrick Funeral Home of Monroe until time of service. Condolence messages may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com.

MRS. EVELYN E. SANDERS Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral Services for Mrs. Evelyn E. Sanders, 84, of West Monroe, LA will be held at 10:00AM Thursday December 21, 2006 in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA with Rev. Mark Fenn officiating. Burial will be in the Hasley Cemetery. Mrs. Sanders died on December 18, 2006 at the West Monroe Guest House. She was a member of the First Baptist Church in West Monroe, LA. She was also very active in the West Monroe Garden Club and the Glenwood Auxiliary. Mrs. Sanders is preceded in death by her husband, W.B. "Bob" Sanders and by their daughter, Deborah Sanders. Survivors include her children, Bobby Sanders and wife Karen of Ruston, LA, Donny Sanders and wife Deborah of West Monroe, LA, Cindy Bond and husband Rod of Arlington, TX and Dawn Rushing and husband Scooter of West Monroe, LA; grandchildren, Natalie Barham and husband Adam of Hattiesburg, MS, Meredith Sanders of Ruston, LA, Jessica Dyer and husband Jim of Denham Springs, LA, Adam Bond of Arlington, TX, Lauren Bond of Stillwater, OK and Allyson and Seth Rushing of West Monroe, LA; great granddaughter, Ava Dyer; brother, Marvin Evans and wife Mary of West Monroe, LA. Pallbearers will be Oscar Head, Fred Frantom, Billy Hulsey, Benny Hulsey, Tommy Sanders and Jeep Sanders. Honorary Pallbearers will be Bill Armstrong and Marcus Jackson Jr. Visitation will be from 5:00PM until 7:00PM Wednesday at Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Louisiana Baptist Children's Home or to the St. Jude's Children's Research Hospital. Online registry/ condolences www.mulhearnfuneralhome. com

S/MSGT JOHNIE E. WILLIAMSON USAF (RET) Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral services for S/Msgt Johnie E. Williamson, USAF (ret), 79, of West Monroe, will be held at 2: 00PM Thursday, December 21, 2006, in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe with Rev. Gene Thomas officiating. Burial will be in Roselawn Memorial Gardens. Johnie passed away on Saturday, December 16, 2006 in West Monroe, LA. He was a United States Air Force Veteran serving in WWII., Korea, and Vietnam. He was a member of Bethel Baptist Church. He is preceded in death by his wife, Katherine B. Williamson, son, Mark L. Williamson; his grandson, J. Darius Williamson and many other loved ones. Survivors include his sons, Gary L. Williamson of Jacksonville, FL, and Eric L. Williamson of Pearl, MS; and daughter, Gail D. Williamson of West Monroe, LA. Visitation will be Wednesday, December 20, 2006 from 5:00PM until 8:00PM at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. In lieu of flowers donations to be made to Bethel Baptist Church Building Fund, 230 Washington St., West Monroe, LA or the American Cancer Society. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com.

Jason Boultinghouse, 27
Jason Blue Boultinghouse of West Monroe, an administrative assistant, died Sunday. Services are 10 a.m. today at Whites Ferry Road Church of Christ. Burial will be in Roselawn Memorial Garden Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Sylvia A. Burnham, 68
HICO — Sylvia Annette Beckham Burnham, a homemaker, died Tuesday. Services are 2 p.m. Friday at Harmony Chapel United Methodist Church, Hico. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Thursday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Ruston. Burial will be in the church cemetery.

Kenneth G. Burrell, 46
DALLAS — Kenneth Gardner Burrell, formerly of Monroe, an American Airline shipping employee, died Dec. 13. Services are 11 a.m Thursday at Bethel Baptist Church, Monroe. Visitation is 1-6 p.m. today at Smith Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in J.S. Clark Cemetery, Monroe.

Robert Campbell Sr., 46
Robert 'Bobby' Campbell Sr. of West Monroe, a brick mason, died Monday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Willie Earl Cobb Sr., 85
DELHI — Willie Earl 'Hot Shot' Cobb Sr., a farmer, died Tuesday. Services are 2 p.m. Thursday at Dunn Baptist Church, Delhi. Visitation is 6-9 p.m. today at the church. Burial will be in Herringville Cemetery, Monticello under the direction of Cox Funeral Homes, Delhi.

Gilbert D. Gomez Jr., 65
CLARKS — Gilbert D. Gomez, a laborer, died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Riser Funeral Home, Columbia.

William Jake Jacobson, 80
William Jake Jacobson, a retired barge captain, died Monday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery, Monroe.

Donnie Inzina Johnston, 61
Donnie Inzina Johnston of Monroe, a teacher, died Monday. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Thursday with a wake services at 6 p.m. at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Further arrangements are incomplete.

Sha-Raj McWilliams, 15
ST. JOSEPH — Sha-Raj McWilliams died Dec. 11. Services are 1 p.m. Thursday at St. John Baptist Church, St. Joseph. Burial will be in Panola Cemetery, St. Joseph under the direction of Richardson Funeral Home, Winnsboro.

Gloria D. Powell, 57
HOUSTON — Gloria D. Powell, formerly of Corey, a surgical technician, died Thursday. Services are 11 a.m. Thursday at New St. James Baptist Church, Monroe. Burial will be in Good Hope Cemetery, Corey under the direction of Hester Central State Funeral Home, Monroe.

Deloris Ross, 59
Deloris Ross of Monroe died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Smith Funeral Home, Monroe.

Betty Ruth Roswell, 79
Betty Ruth Roswell of Sterlington, a homemaker, died Monday. Services are 1 p.m. today at Paron Baptist Church. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery, Monroe under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe.

Elizabeth Ann Zeagler, 73
Elizabeth Ann Zeagler of Monroe, a homemaker, died Monday. Services are 2 p.m. Thursday at Mulhearn Memorial Park Mausoleum Chapel, Monroe. Visitation is 12:30-2 p.m. Thursday at the mausoleum. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe.

Previously acknowledged
Adams, Billy Ray: 1 p.m. Saturday, Hester Central State Funeral Home, Monroe.
Crowe, Glynn Edward: 11 a.m. today, New Forest Cemetery.
Dean, Lloyd William Dean Sr.: 10 a.m. today, Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Farmerville.
Griffin, Asberry: noon Saturday, Riser Funeral Home, Columbia.
Hilliard, Charlie: 2 p.m. Saturday, Hester Central State Funeral Home, Monroe.
Lee, Aubrey: 11 a.m. Saturday, Hester Central State Funeral Home, Monroe.
Mayes, Gurthie Garner: 11 a.m. today, Riser Funeral Home, Olla.
McDade, Floyd Jr.: 11 a.m. today, Cloud Creek Baptist Church, Delhi.
McNeill, Brenda C.: 10 a.m. today, Bethel Church of Christ, Calvin.
Spears, Lillie 'Adella': 1 p.m. Saturday, Mount Pleasant Baptist, Church, West Monroe.
Thomas, Emanuel: 1 p.m. today, Joshus Generation Church, Tallulah.
Williamson, Johnie E.: 2 p.m. Thursday, Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.
Wilson, Callie: 1 p.m. Saturday, True Vine Baptist Church, Monroe

December 21, 2006 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

ROBERT (BOBBY) CAMPBELL, SR. Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Funeral services for Robert (Bobby) Campbell, Sr., 46, of West Monroe will be held at 10:00 A.M. Friday December 22, 2006 in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home in West Monroe with Rev. Mark Foster officiating. Burial will be at Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery in Monroe under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home in West Monroe. Mr. Campbell died December 18, 2006 at St. Francis North Hospital in Monroe. Mr. Campbell attended the Pentecostals Of The Twin Cities in West Monroe. He was a brick mason and a loving dad and granddad. Survivors include his children, Linda Huneycutt and husband Jason, Shay Campbell, Robert (Rocky) Campbell, Jr.; grandson, Sid Huneycutt; mother, Mary Gaines and husband Shelby, grandmother, Candeladia Apodaca; brothers, David Campbell, and Darryl Campbell; sisters, Candy Summerville, Sherri Roberson, and Carrie Campbell. Pallbearers will be Jason Huneycutt, Ryan Swillie, Roger Roberson, and Case Roberson. Visitation will be from 5:00PM until 8:00PM Thursday December 21, 2006 at Mulhearn Funeral Home in West Monroe. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com

JAMES W. CHANDLER Kilpatrick Funeral Home Ruston, LA. Funeral services for James W. Chandler, 87, of Douglas Community, LA will be 2:00 PM Friday, December 22, 2006 at Kilpatrick Funeral Home Chapel in Ruston with Rev. Rolly Walker officiating. Interment will follow in the Douglas Cemetery near Choudrant, LA under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home of Ruston, LA. Mr. Chandler died Wednesday, December 19, 2006 in Monroe, LA following a brief illness. He was a lifetime member of the Douglas United Methodist Church. Mr. Chandler served in the U.S. Army, was a Veteran of WWII, and a member of the 204th National Guard Unit. He was a member of the Choudrant Masonic Lodge #339 for 59 years, Scottish Rite for 20 years, and retired from the Ruston Coca-Cola Company after 35 years. He is survived by his wife of 65 years, Dorothy Chandler of Douglas Community; his children, Betty Jo Fuller and husband, Randall of Douglas Community, Gloria Britt and husband, Robert of St. Joseph, Albert Chandler and wife, Dianne of Farmerville, Vickey Antley and husband, Barry of Douglas Community, Charlotte McFarland and husband, Johnny of Downsville, and David Chandler and wife, Lisa of Douglas Community; ten grandchildren; twelve great grandchildren; brother, Durward Chandler and sister, Pauline Chandler of Douglas Community and numerous nieces and nephews. Pallbearers will be grandsons, John Chandler, Joshua Chandler, J.D. McFarland, Jeremy Chandler, James Fuller, Chris Fuller and grandson-in-laws, Tim Sutton and Eric Baker. Memorials may be made to the Douglas United Methodist Church Building Fund. The family would like to thank the nurses and doctors at St. Francis Medical Center and a special thanks to Dr. Arthur Liles, Dr. Benjamin Weinberger, and Hospitalists Group. Visitation will be Thursday, December 21, 2006 from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM at Kilpatrick Funeral Home in Ruston, LA. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com

MYRTLE W. DOUGLAS Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Myrtle Waymoth Douglas was born to Harry E. Waymoth and Lillian Swinford Waymoth in Danville, Illinois on December 13, 1933. She went home to be with our Lord December 19, 2006 after a lengthy illness. Those gone before her are her parents, Harry and Lillian, first husband Alfred B. Douglas of Grayson, La., two infant sons, two sisters and second husband Benny Freeman of Rocky Branch, LA. Myrtle is survived by one sister, Louella Schonians of Danville, Ill., her son, Benny and wife Beth Douglas, Grayson, LA., her daughters, Connie and husband Braxton Humphries of Monroe, LA., Pam and husband Stephen Mann of Columbia, LA., 11 grandchildren, Renee and Wes Pippin, Columbia, MO., Jennifer and John Crockett, Monroe, La., Leslie and Brian Lamb, Monroe, LA., J.D. and Billie Douglas, Cabot, AR., April and Paul Burnett, S. Carolina, Jon, Amanda and Abby Douglas of Grayson, LA., Tina and Daniel Moore and Amy Mann of Columbia, La. She is also survived by 13 great-grandchildren and several precious sisters and brothers in law and nieces and nephews as well as "adopted" daughters and grandson, Regina Lenard, Lori Washam and Lee Ann and Jacob Freeman and many friends whom she loved dearly. Her grandsons will serve as pallbearers. Visitation will be Thursday from 5:00PM until 8:00PM at Cypress Baptist Church and services will be Friday, December 22, 2006 at 10:00AM at Cypress Baptist Church in West Monroe officiating will be Rev. Larry Eubanks her pastor, Rev. George Bonner a long time friend and son-in-law, Rev. Braxton Humphries. Interment will follow in the church cemetery. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com

DONALD D. GREER Riser Funeral Home Columbia, LA Graveside services for Donald D. Greer, age 76 of Monroe, formerly of Columbia will be held at 3:00PM, Thursday, December 21, 2006 at the Welcome Home Cemetery in Grayson with Rev. Jim McKeithen officiating. Mr. Greer was born in Waldo, Arkansas on July 26, 1930 to the union of John Wyles and Frankie Dumas Greer and died Wednesday, December 20, 2006 at The Oaks Nursing Center in Monroe. He was a retired cotton farmer, cattleman and business man. He owned and operated Don's Café, Columbia Farm Supply and the Riverton Fertilizer Plant. He was preceded in death by his parents and his sisters: Marie Ann Pierce, Josephine Courcier, Betty Pelot and Gladys Indall. Survivors include his second wife: Stuart Greer, their son: Donald and his wife: Hillary of Monroe, his daughters by his first wife: Brenda Murphy and Judy Dudley and her husband: Jacky all of Columbia, his grandchildren: Caroline Greer, Bodie Greer, Lindsie Brockner, Tammy Duke and Jonathan Murphy, his great-grandchildren: Ryan Murphy and Samantha Duke, his sister: Elizabeth Betty Miller and a number of nieces and nephews. Pallbearers will be Jonathan Murphy, James Duke, Eugene Dunn, Don Gregory, Billy Bennett and Buddy Bailes. Any planned memorials may be made to the Methodist Children's Home, Baptist Children's Home or to ones favorite charity. Visitation will be from 11:00AM until 2:00PM at Riser Funeral Home.

LOUIS T. HALL JR. Young's Funeral Home El Dorado, AR Louis T. Hall, Jr., 94, of El Dorado died Monday, December 18, 2006 at the Medical Center of South Arkansas. Born May 9, 1912 in St. Louis, Missouri, the son of Louis Tesson Hall, Sr. and Isabel Von Phul Hall. He was Chairman of the Board of El Dorado Paper Bag and a member of Holy Redeemer Catholic Church. Survivors include his wife of 66 years, Elizabeth Grant Hall: one son, Louis T. Hall, III and his wife Linda Rodman Hall of El Dorado: two daughters, Anne Hall Maxwell and her husband, Barry Lyle Maxwell of Ferriday, Louisiana and Betsy Hall of Little Rock, Arkansas; seven grandchildren, Sarah Hall Datt, John Grant Hall, Laura Rodman Hall, Elizabeth Carlile Maxwell, Bary Mitchell Maxwell, Kathryn Hall Jones and Thomas Hall Jonesl; and five great grand children. Funeral services were held Wednesday, Holy Redeemer Catholic Church in El Dorado with Father Gregory A. Pilcher, OSB officiating and under the direction of Young's.

DONNIE INZINA JOHNSTON Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road, Monroe Services for Mrs. Donnie Inzina Johnston, 61, of Monroe, will be 2 PM, Friday, December 22, 2006, at Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Church, with Rev. Sebastian Kallarackal officiating. Interment will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Mrs. Johnston was born October 12, 1945, in Monroe, LA and died December 18, 2006, in Monroe, LA. A fifth grade teacher at Cypress Point Elementary School, she had been a teacher for 37 years. She taught at Carencro, Our Lady of Fatima, Bastrop, Barkdull Faulk Elementary and Cypress Point. She was a very active worker for the American Federation of Teachers. While teaching at Our Lady of Fatima, she was head of the 4H program. As an enthusiastic member of Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Church, she served as a Eucharistic Minister, sang in the choir, worked with Vacation Bible School, taught for many years in the PSR Program and served on various committees. She was also a member of the Southern Accent Show Chorus of Sweet Adelines International. She was preceded in death by her father, Philip Andrew Inzina and infant brother, Philip Wesley Inzina. Mrs. Johnston is survived by her husband, Mark H. Johnston; son, Mark A. Johnston and wife Jennifer Hart Johnston of Farmerville; daughter, Stephanie Braquet of Shepherd Air Force Base, Wichita Falls, TX; mother, Audrey Inzina of Monroe; sisters, Ginger Brown, Susie Vredenburg, Kay Kneipp, and Mary Jo White; brothers, Rev. Joseph Robert "Bob" Inzina and James Michael Inzina; grandchildren, Elise and Sophie Ann Johnston; brother-in-law, Carl and wife Sue Johnston; sister-in-law, Chris Blevin and husband Lee; numerous nieces and nephews; and her very best friend, Sandie Lollie. Pallbearers will be David Laws, Danny White, David Chaney, Steve White, Harvey Hanson, and Billy Justice. Visitation will be from 5:00PM until 8:00PM, Thursday, December 21, 2006, at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. A vigil wake service will be at 6:00PM. Any planned memorials may be made to Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Church or a favorite charity. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com

STEPHEN R. LEWIS Manhattan, New York Stephen R. Lewis, age 55, a construction worker died December 16, 2006. He is the son of Majorie Powell, Monroe, LA. Funeral arrangements are incomplete.

S/MSGT JOHNIE E. WILLIAMSON USAF (RET) Mulhearn Funeral Home Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome. com. West Monroe, LA Funeral services for S/Msgt Johnie E. Williamson, USAF (ret), 79, of West Monroe, will be held at 2:00PM Thursday, December 21, 2006, in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe with Rev. Gene Thomas officiating. Burial will be in Roselawn Memorial Gardens. Johnie passed away on Saturday, December 16, 2006 in West Monroe, LA. He was a United States Air Force Veteran serving in WWII. Korea, and Vietnam. He was a member of Bethel Baptist Church. He is preceded in death by his wife, Katherine B. Williamson, son, Mark L. Williamson; his grandson, J. Darius Williamson and many other loved ones. Survivors include his sons, Gary L. Williamson of Jacksonville, FL. and Eric L. Williamson of Pearl, MS; and daughter, Gail D. Williamson of West Monroe, LA. Visitation will be Thursday, December 21, 2006 from 1:00PM until service time at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. In lieu of flowers donations to be made to Bethel Baptist Church Building Fund, 230 Washington St., West Monroe, LA or the American Cancer Society.

Harry C. Ayraud, 101
RAYVILLE — Harry C. Ayraud, a retired autobody shop owner, died Tuesday. Graveside services are noon today at Sand Hill Cemetery Ponchatoula. Arrangements are under the direction of Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Rayville.

Lucia Jane Barker, 88
Lucia Jane Barker of Monroe, a retired schoolteacher, died Wednesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Lester Kane Cardin, Infant
WINNSBORO — Lester Kane Cardin, infant son of Carolyn Welch Cardin and John Cardin Jr., died Wednesday. Services are 2 p.m. Friday at River of Life Church, Winnsboro. Visitation is 9 a.m. until service time Friday at the church. Burial will be in Chase Cemetery under the direction of Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home, Winnsboro.

Pauline B. Drewett, 101
RUSTON — Pauline B. Drewett, a homemaker, died Tuesday. Services are 10 a.m. today at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Ruston. Burial will be in Greenwood Cemetery.

Lee O. Evans Sr., 93
Lee O. Evans Sr. of West Monroe, a retired general mechanic at Olinkraft, died Monday. Graveside services are 1 p.m. today at Hasley Cemetery, West Monroe under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Gilbert D. Gomez Jr., 57
CLARKS — Gilbert D. Gomez, a laborer, died Tuesday. Services are 2 p.m. Friday at Riser Funeral Home, Columbia. Burial will be in Columbia Hill Cemetery under the direction of Riser Funeral Home, Columbia.

Lollie Ann Harvey, 56
Lollie Ann Harvey of Monroe, a receptionist, died Saturday. Services are 11 a.m. Friday at Cuba Baptist Church, Winnsboro. Visitation is 6-8 p.m. today at True Vine Baptist Church, Monroe. Burial will be in Ward Bend Cemetery, Gilbert under the direction of Beckwith Golden Gate Funeral Home, Tallulah.

Florence Hayes, 80
Florence Hayes of Monroe, a teacher, died Wednesday. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at New Jerusalem No. 2 Baptist Church, Kingston, Miss. Visitation is 1-7 p.m. Friday at West Funeral Home, Natchez, Miss., under the direction of Smith Funeral Home, Monroe.

Minnie Hilton, 90
RAYVILLE — Minnie Hilton, a cook, died Saturday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at Mount Zion Baptist Church, Rayville. Visitation is 6-7 p.m. Friday at Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville. Burial will be in Holly Ridge Cemetery.

Beulah W. Posey, 92
Beulah Worbington Posey of Monroe, a homemaker formerly of Winnsboro, died Wednesday. Services are 2 p.m. Friday at Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home. Visitation is 5-9 p.m. today at the funeral home. Burial will be in Pine Grove Cemetery, Winnsboro.

Dorothy J. Robinson, 64
Dorothy J. Robinson of Monroe, a homemaker, died Saturday. Services are 2 p.m. Friday at Richardson Funeral Home, Winnsboro. Visitation is 9 a.m. Friday until service time at the funeral home. Burial will be in Powell Street Extension Cemetery, Monroe.

Jerry Rowland, 88
HUTTIG, Ark. — Jerry Rowland, formerly of Farmerville, died Saturday. Services are 11 a.m. Friday at Mount Olive AME Church, Lapile, Ark. Burial will be in Batts Chapel Cemetery, Huttig, under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Farmerville.

Evelyn E. Sanders, 84
Evelyn E. Sanders of West Monroe, a homemaker, died Monday. Services are 10 a.m. today at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Visitation is 9 a.m. today until time for services. Burial will be in Hasley Cemetery, West Monroe.

Heath Daniel Temple, 18
LIDDIEVILLE — Heath Daniel Temple, a student, died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home, Winnsboro.

Eddie Thomas Jr., 85
Eddie Thomas Jr. of Monroe, a retired truck driver, died Tuesday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at Zion Springs Baptist Church, Monroe. Visitation is 1-6 p.m. Friday at Miller Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens.

Charlie Ward, 62
FRESNO, Calif. — Charlie Ward, a preacher, died Dec. 13. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville. Visitation is 6-7 p.m. Friday. Burial will be in Sunshine Baptist Cemetery, Alto.

Johnie E. Williamson, 79
Johnie E. Williamson of West Monroe, a retired U.S. Air Force senior master sergeant, died Saturday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Visitation is noon until service time. Burial will be in Roselawn Memorial Garden Cemetery, Calhoun.

Previously acknowledged
Adams, Billy Ray: 1 p.m. Saturday, Hester Central State Funeral Home, Monroe.
Burnham, Sylvia A.: 2 p.m. Friday, Harmony Chapel United Methodist Church, Hico.
Burrell, Kenneth G.: 11 a.m. today, Bethel Baptist Church, Monroe.
Cobb, Willie Earl "Hot Shot" Sr.: 2 p.m. today, Dunn Baptist Church, Delhi.
Griffin, Asberry: noon Saturday, Riser Funeral Home, Columbia.
Hilliard, Charlie: 2 p.m. Saturday, Hester Central State Funeral Home, Monroe.
Lee, Aubrey: 11 a.m. Saturday, Hester Central State Funeral Home, Monroe.
McWilliams, Sha-Raj: 1 p.m. today, St. John Baptist Church, St. Joseph.
Powell, Gloria D.: 11 a.m. today, New St. James Baptist Church, Monroe.
Spears, Lillie 'Adella': 1 p.m. Saturday, Mount Pleasant Baptist, Church, West Monroe.
Wilson, Callie: 1 p.m. Saturday, True Vine Baptist Church, Monroe
Zeagler, Elizabeth Ann: 2 p.m. today, Mulhearn Memorial Park Mausoleum, Monroe

December 22, 2006 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

LUCIA JANE BARKER Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Graveside services for Lucia Jane Barker, 88, of Monroe will be held at 3:00 PM Saturday, December 23, 2006 at Hasley Cemetery Pavillion in West Monroe, LA, with Bro. Mark Fenn Officiating. Mrs. Barker died December 20, 2006 at St. Francis North Hospital in Monroe. Mrs. Barker was a schoolteacher at Kiroli, Ridgedale, Good Shepard and Highland for many, many years. Survivors include her son, Travis Downey Barker and wife Debbie of Rapid City, South Dakota, sisters, Sarah Travis Vinyard of Ponchatoula, LA and Frances Travis Brown of Shreveport, LA, grandsons, Brad Barker, Brian Barker and Brandon Barker, great grandchildren, Barrett Barker, Britton Barker, Beau Barker and Aly Barker. Visitation will be from 12:00 P.M. until 2:00 P.M. Saturday December 23, 2006 at the Mulhearn Funeral Home in West Monroe, LA. Online Registry/Condolences www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com

HERSCHEL ACE GENTRY, SR Riser Funeral Home Columbia, LA Services for Herschel Ace Gentry, Sr., age 102 of Monroe will be held at 11:00AM, Saturday, December 23, 2006 at Parkview Baptist Church in Monroe with Rev. Whit Holmes officiating. Interment will follow in the Hasley Cemetery in West Monroe under the direction of Riser Funeral Home of Columbia. Visitation will be Saturday from ten o'clock until the services. Herschel Ace Gentry, Sr. was born on August 20, 1904 in Jackson Parish, Louisiana to the union of Earnest Hudson Gentry and Minta Temple Gentry. He died in Monroe on December 21, 2006. His life has spanned over a century! During all of his 102 years, he never lost his zest for life, his sense of humor and deep love of family and the church. The one abiding love of his life was his wife, Jean Littleton Gentry from their marriage on April 4, 1926, until her death on October 6, 1996. He fell in love literally at first sight in Newport, Arkansas and for 70 years they enjoyed a happy and successful marriage. Both loved family, home and church. Mr. Gentry was an entrepreneur in the retail business and in agriculture. He founded New York Hardware and Furniture in the 1930's when times were very hard. Now it is run by his son and his grandson. His love of agriculture was deep and he acquired several farms throughout the area, including one with the historical Watson Brake archaeological site. He was born on a small farm in Jackson Parish then moved to Newport, Arkansas and later Monroe, Louisiana. His stories of the early 1900's always delighted his children, grandchildren and great grand children. In 1996 when he was 92 he was recognized as the "Outstanding Older Worker" in the Monroe-West Monroe area. One of his accomplishments was becoming a long-time instructor for the Dale Carnegie courses; he helped hundreds with their public speaking. The First Baptist Church in West Monroe and Parkview Baptist Church in Monroe were recipients of his devotion as was the Louisiana Baptist Children's Home. During his entire lifetime he liked to relive the fun times of having a growing "at home" family. One of the joys of his lifetime was in being able to travel world wide as he and his wife did for many years. He was preceded in death by his parents, his wife, Jean Littleton Gentry: his granddaughter, Sylvia Jean Huenefeld: his daughter-in-law, Barbara Elliott Gentry: his brothers and sisters, Earnest Haze Gentry, Benjamin Alvis Gentry, Lorene Gentry Grigsby and Venice Gentry Easterling. He is survived by his daughter, Jean G. Huenefeld and her husband, Fred: his son, Herschel A. Gentry, Jr. and his wife, Lillian: his daughter, Sylvia G. Wilkins and her husband, Charles: his grandchildren: Rebecca Huenefeld Harrod and her husband, Chet: Frederick Huenefeld and his wife, Tonja: Rachel Littleton Huenefeld of Atlanta, Georgia: Stewart Gentry and his wife, Wendy Dean Gentry: Diana Gentry Breen and her husband, Mike: Ashley WilkinsWillhite and her husband, Jeff of Counsel Bluffs, Iowa: and Sylvia Wilkins Sharplin and her husband, Dan of Austin, Texas. His great grandchildren: Chandler Harrod of Los Angeles, California: Dr. Chambliss Harrod and his wife, Rebecca and their expectant twin sons of Boston, Massachusetts: Bennett Harrod of Baton Rouge: John Stewart Gentry and Mary Elizabeth Gentry: Connor and Lauren Breen: Daniel, Emory and Kathryn Sharplin of Austin, Texas: Jason Wilhite and his wife: Kimberly of Little Rock, Arkansas: Joshua Wilhite of Counsel Bluffs, Iowa: Thomas, Maggie, Hannah, James Calvin and Mary Emma Huenefeld. He is also survived by many nieces and nephews. Thanks also to his caregivers, Mary Johnson, Nicie Adams and Percy Bridges. Pallbearers will be Stewart Gentry, Frederick Huenefeld, Chet Harrod, Bennett Harrod, Mike Breen, John Haste, Larry Whatley and Sonny Smith. Memorials may be made to the Louisiana Baptist Children's Home, the Ouachita Parish Public Library or to Parkview Baptist Church.

CLAYTON LAWRENCE In loving memory Oct.29 1942- Dec. 21, 1986 Daddy, You Gave Us Roots We Gave you Branches Love Matt, Jason, Juanacha, and Jonathan

HELEN L. CASSIDY "MIMI" LEDFORD Kilpatrick Funeral Home Ruston, LA. Funeral services for Mrs. Helen L. Cassidy "Mimi" Ledford, age 85, of Ruston, LA. will be held on Saturday, December 23, 2006 at 10:00 A.M. at the Chapel of Kilpatrick Funeral Home in Ruston, LA. Rev. H. B. Fuller and Rev. Mike Holloway will be officiating with interment to follow at Cook Cemetery under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home in Ruston, LA. Mrs. Ledford was born on November 12, 1921 in Vernon, LA and passed away on December 20, 2006 at her residence in Ruston. She was a loving mother to five children and her hobbies included: gardening, needlework, an avid Lady Techster fan, and a Gold Star Mother. Mrs. Ledford was a long-time active member of Cook Baptist Church where she was involved in children's activities for over 58 years. Mrs. Ledford was preceded in death by a son, Steve Ledford. Mrs. Ledford is survived by her husband of 65 ½ years: Thomas B. Ledford, Sr. of Ruston; Children: Tommy Ledford, Jr. and wife, Sue of Ruston; Charlotte Davidson and husband, George of Ruston; Rene Womack and husband, Richard of Ruston; and Benice McGee and husband, Cecil of Maumelle, Arkansas. She is also survived by 11 grandchildren and 15 great grandchildren. Pallbearers will be: Bryan Ledford, Steven Davidson, Terry Davidson, Larry McCullin, Bobby Mizell, Mike Matkovich, Jimmy Ledford, and Charlie New. Visitation will be held on Friday, December 22, 2006 from 5:00 P.M. until 7 P.M. and Saturday from 9 A.M. till time of service at Kilpatrick Funeral Home in Ruston, LA. Planned memorials may be made to the Cook Baptist Church Playground Fund. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com.

AUBREY LEE Hester Central State Funeral Home Monroe, LA Funeral services for Aubrey Lee, 93, Monroe, LA will be held at 11:00AM Saturday,December 23, 2006, in the chapel of Hester Central State Funeral Home in Monroe, LA with Rev. John Perry, Sr. and Minister Frederick Coleman officiating. Mr. Lee died Friday, December 15, 2006 after a brief illness. He was a retired automobile painter for Cotton Holsum Bakery where he worked for 25 years. Mr. Lee was preceded in death by his parents Larkin and Henrietta Lee and his beloved sister, Ola Mae Cahoun. He is survived by his sisters, Carrie Jackson and Vera Modicue, and a host of nieces and nephews. Burial will be held in the Union Missionary Baptist Church cemetery in Bosco, LA under the direction of Hester Centeral State Funeral Home.

GEORGIA W. REAMES Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Graveside services for Georgia W. Reames will be held Saturday, December 23, 2006 at 10:00 AM at Beulah Cemetery, Calhoun, LA. Rev. Jeff Luellen will be officiating, under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe, LA. Mrs. Reames was born July 6, 1927 in Monroe, LA and passed away December 20, 2006 in Burleson, TX. Mrs. Reames was manager of Bed and Bath for many years. She was a member of McClendon Baptist Church and attended Hyde Park Baptist Church. Mrs. Reames was preceded in death by her husband, Raymond C. "Butch" Reames. Mrs. Reames is survived by her 2 children; JoAnn Tucker and husband Alec and Raymond Reames Jr. and wife Anne; 4 grandchildren and 3 great grandchildren. Visitation will be Friday from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM at Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Condolences may be sent to www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com

Connie Andrews, 34
MARION — Connie Andrews, a homemaker, died Friday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Farmerville.

Robert Campbell Sr., 46
Robert 'Bobby' Campbell Sr. of West Monroe, a brick mason, died Monday. Services are 10 a.m. today at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Visitation is 9 a.m. until service time today. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery, Monroe.

Winifred O. Day Sr., 85
BASTROP — Winifred O. Day Sr., retired construction worker, died Wednesday. Services are 10 a.m. Saturday at Bethel Baptist Church, Bastrop. Visitation is 5-9 p.m. today at Golden Funeral Home, Bastrop. Burial will be in Beekman Cemetery.

Myrtle W. Douglas, 73
Myrtle W. Douglas of West Monroe, a homemaker, died Tuesday. Services are 10 a.m. today at Cypress Baptist Church, West Monroe. Burial will be in the church cemetery under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Gilbert D. Gomez Jr., 57
CLARKS — Gilbert D. Gomez Jr., a laborer, died Tuesday. Services are 1 p.m. today at Riser Funeral Home, Columbia. Burial will be in Columbia Hill Cemetery.

Katie M. Herring, 75
TALLULAH — Katie M. Herring died Sunday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at First Kingdom Missionary Baptist Church, Tallulah. A wake is set for 5-6 p.m. today at Beckwith Golden Gate Funeral Home, Tallulah. Burial will be in Oakwood Cemetery, Tallulah.

Brian K. Herrington, 41
NEW IBERIA — Brian K. Herrington, a crane operator, died Wednesday. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Rayville. Visitation is 9 a.m. until service time Saturday. Burial will be in Rayville Masonic Cemetery.

Donnie Inzina Johnston, 61
Donnie Inzina Johnston of Monroe, a teacher, died Monday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Church, Monroe. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery, Monroe under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe.

Susan Muey, 46
Susan Muey of West Monroe, a homemaker, died Thursday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Lloyd L. Parker, 66
Lloyd L. Parker of Monroe, a retired Monroe Police Department captain, died Thursday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe.

Irene Devon Savanna, 75
Irene Devon Savanna of Monroe, a homemaker, died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe.

Alonzo Smith, 60
Alonzo Smith of Monroe, a custodian at the University of Louisiana at Monroe, died Monday. Services are 1 p.m Tuesday at Hester Central State Funeral Home, Monroe. Visitation is 9 a.m. until service time Tuesday. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens.

L.V. Smith, 80
SPEARSVILLE — L.V. Smith, a laborer, died Wednesday. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at Fellowship Baptist Church, Spearsville. Visitation is 2-5 p.m. today at Tennant Funeral Home, Farmerville. Burial will be in the church cemetery.

Heath Daniel Temple, 18
LIDDIEVILLE — Heath Daniel Temple, a student, died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home, Winnsboro.

Wayne L. Thiers, 61
DELHI — Wayne L. Thiers, a registered nurse, died Wednesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of McFarland's Funeral Home, Delhi.

Mary Butcher Travis, 83
RAYVILLE — Mary Butcher Travis, a homemaker, died Thursday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville.

Clarena Washington, 89
TALLULAH — Clarena Washington died Sunday. Services are noon Saturday at New Light Missionary Baptist Church, Tallulah. Visitation is 1-5 p.m. today at Beckwith Golden Gate Funeral Home, Tallulah. Burial will be in New Oakwood Cemetery, Tallulah.

Anna Woods, 96
MER ROUGE — Anna Woods, a homemaker, died Thursday. Services are incomplete under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Bastrop.

Previously acknowledged
Adams, Billy Ray: 1 p.m. Saturday, Hester Central State Funeral Home, Monroe.
Burnham, Sylvia A.: 2 p.m. today, Harmony Chapel United Methodist Church, Hico.
Cardin, Lester Kane: 2 p.m. today at River of Life Church, Winnsboro.
Griffin, Asberry: noon Saturday, Riser Funeral Home, Columbia.
Harvey, Lollie Ann: 11 a.m. today, Cuba Baptist Church, Winnsboro.
Hayes, Florence: 2 p.m. Saturday, New Jerusalem No. 2 Baptist Church, Kingston.
Hilliard, Charlie: 3 p.m. Saturday, Hester Central State Funeral Home, Monroe.
Hilton, Minnie: 1 p.m. Saturday, Mount Zion Baptist Church, Rayville.
Lee, Aubrey: 11 a.m. Saturday, Hester Central State Funeral Home, Monroe.
Posey, Beulah W.: 2 p.m. today, Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home, Winnsboro.
Robinson, Dorothy J.: 2 p.m. today, Richardson Funeral Home, Winnsboro.
Rowland, Jerry: 11 a.m. today, Mount Olive AME Church, Lapile, Ark.
Spears, Lillie 'Adella': 1 p.m. Saturday, Mount Pleasant Baptist Church, West Monroe.
Thomas, Eddie Jr.: 1 p.m. Saturday, Zion Springs Baptist Church, Monroe.
Ward, Charlie: 11 a.m. Saturday, Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville.
Wilson, Callie: 1 p.m. Saturday, True Vine Baptist Church, Monroe

December 23, 2006 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

LES BENTLEY Rose-Neath Funeral Home Arcadia, LA Funeral services for Les Bentley, 94 will be held December 24, 2006 at the Rose-Neath Funeral Home Chapel in Arcadia. With Reverend Jeff Hoffman Officiating. Internment will follow at Pines Memorial Gardens in Ruston, LA. Visitation will be held 4:00PM-6:00PM Saturday December 23 at Rose-Neath Funeral Home in Arcadia. Les was born February 4, 1912 in the Cego Community near Eddy, Texas. He died December 22, 2006 after a brief illness. He was the son of Fieldon Oras and Sallie Pace Bentley. He was preceded in death by his parents, brothers Reuben and Milton Bentley and sister Ella Merle Jones. He is survived by his wife of 66 years Ruby Warren Bentley; son Michael W. Bentley and wife Marilyn of Sugarland, TX; 2 daughters, Mary Jane Gabrielson and husband Lyle of San Diego, CA; Linda Carol Haddox and husband Lamar of Arcadia, LA; brother Clarence Bentley of Dallas, TX; ten grand children; and six great-grandchildren. He lived in the Dallas, Texas area since 1932 until moving to Arcadia, LA. in 1998. He was a member of the First Baptist Church of Arcadia. He retired from the Dallas Postal Service after 32 years service as superintendent of several stations: East Oak Cliff, Wynnewood and Joe Pool Station. He also worked for the State Fair of Texas as gates supervisor for 33 years. After retirement he was a real estate broker for several years. He was a loving and devoted husband and father. We will miss his sense of humor, quick wit, and wonderful stories about his long, fulfilled life.We will all miss "Pa". Pallbearers will be his grandson, Joseph Leslie, Doug Haddox, Lee Jay Haddox, Jeremy Haddox, Bret May and T.V. Razer.

MRS.DESSIE JUANITA BESSONETTE CHRIETZBERG Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral Services for Mrs. Dessie Juanita Bessonette Chrietzberg, 76, of West Monroe, LA will be held at 2:00PM Saturday December 23, 2006 in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA with Rev. Calton Yeager officiating. Burial will be in the Hasley Cemetery. Mrs. Chrietzberg died on December 21, 2006 at the Glenwood Regional Medical Center in West Monroe, LA. She is preceded in death by her husband, Rex Chrietzberg and by her two children, Glen Chrietzberg and Charlotte Johnson. Survivors include her granddaughter, Renee Martin; her great granddaughter, Caitlyn Martin; Ladale Smith and Camelia Nettles and also nieces and nephews. Pallbearers will be Michael Wyles, Robert Martin, Joey Cole, Brian Heisler and Robert Heisler. Visitation will be from 12:00PM until service time Saturday at Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Memorials may be made to the St. Jude's Children's Research Hospital. Online registry/condolences www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com

ANN LOWENTRITT WEISS COTTEN Tharp-Sontheimer Funeral Home Metairie, LA Ann Lowentritt Weiss Cotten passed away on December 20th 2006 after a long battle with emphysema. She was 73 year olds. She is survived by her son, Louis Richard Weiss and his wife Rozita, and their children: Shlomo Levi Weiss, Yosef Chiam Weiss, Miriam Weiss, Avigail Weiss, and Benyamin Weiss. She is also survived by her daughter Rayanne Marcia Weiss and her husband James Ivan McIntyre... and her brother Phillips Lowentritt. She was preceded in death by her husband Hilton J. Cotten and her brother Louis Levy Lowentritt, Jr. and her father Louis Levy Lowentritt Senior and her mother Ray Kahn Lowentritt and her stepmother Dorothy Phillips Lowentritt. Ann was a long time member of Haddasah, Gates of Prayer Synagogue and Gates of Prayer Sisterhood. She retired from Grace King High School after 20 years of teaching free enterprise and civics. The state of Louisiana honored her for creating a free enterprise curriculum that gave her students hands on experience in creating a business. Ann graduated from the University of Minnesota and attended Newcomb College. She was a member of AEPhi Sorority. She was also a Girl Scout Leader and English tutor for Russia immigrants. She was born in Monroe, Louisiana and grew in Winnsboro, Louisiana. She was a New Orleans resident for 38 years. She was a devoted mother and grandmother. In lieu of flowers please make a donation to either Jewish Family Services, Gates of Prayer Synagogue or the Building Fund for Beth Israel Congregation of Biloxi. Graveside services will be held at Hebrew Rest cemetery #2 on Friday, December 22, 2006 at 12:00 noon. Arrangements by Tharp-Sontheimer-Tharp.

KIMBERLY KELLEY DURR Farrar Funeral Home Farmerville, LA. Funeral services for Kimberley Kelley Durr, 51, of Farmerville will be held at 1:00PM Wed., Dec. 27th, 2006 at Farrar Funeral Home Chapel with Bro. Bill Bearden officiating. Interment will be in Marthaville, LA. at Beulah Cemetery. Arrangements are under the direction of Farrar Funeral Home of Farmerville. Mrs. Durr, a homemaker, died Friday, Dec. 22, 2006 after a lengthy battle with cancer. She was a member of First Assembly of God Church in Farmerville. She was preceded in death by her father, Gene Fite Kelley and Grandmother, Mary Fanta Smith. Survivors include her mother, Mary Jean Kelley of Farmerville; husband, Keith Durr of Farmerville; 2 sons: Shane Coleman of Plano, TX. and Jayme Parker & wife, Marcie of Farmerville, LA.; 4 step-sons: Brandon Durr & wife, Stephanie of Natchitoches, LA.; Eric Durr & fiancée, Dusty of Natchitoches; Preston Durr & wife, Misty of Colfax, LA. and Quentin Durr of Farmerville; 1 sister: Stacey Kuhn & husband, Keith of Monroe, LA.; 7 grandchildren; 1 sister-in-law: Nila Thurston of Shreveport, LA.; and mother-in-law: Betty Durr of Natchitoches, LA. Visitation will be 5:00PM-8:00PM Tuesday, December 26th at Farrar Funeral Home. Friends may send messages to the family at www.farrarfh.com.

GLADYS LOUISE NEWTON Cox Funeral Home Oak Grove, LA Gladys Louise Newton, age 94 died December 22, 2006. She is survived by son: David Newton, Oak Grove, LA; son Bill Newton daughter-in-law: Marcia Newton, Salem Arkansas; son: John Robert Newton Pride Louisiana; daughter-in-law Johnie Newton Pride Louisiana; daughter Marie Cullever, Houma, LA; son-in-law: John Cullever, Houma LA; daughter Jo Ellen Manley Monroe, LA; son-in-law: Herbert Manley, Monroe, LA; daughter: Sheila Crosby, Oak Grove, LA; son-in-law: Eugene "Pop" Crosby, Oak Grove, LA; 10 grandchildren; 25 great-grandchildren. Preceded in death by husband: Percy Newton; grandson: Doug Cullever; grandson: Rodney Wayne Newton; father: William Thompson; mother Lela Thompson. Pallbearers Greg Manley, Kevin Crosby, Ronnie Newton, Todd Newton, Michael Newton, Kevin Neahery. Family will receive friends Saturday from 5:00PM-8:00PM at Cox Funeral Home in Oak Grove. Funeral Services will be held at Cox Chapel- Oak Grove, LA Sunday December 24, 2006 at 2:00PM officiating will be Rev. Gayle Riles . To leave condolences to the family www.coxfuneral.com

MRS. BEULAH WARBINGTON POSEY Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home Winnsboro, LA Funeral services for Mrs. Beulah Warbington Posey, 92, of Monroe, LA were held at Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home on Friday, December 22, 2006 at 2:00PM with Pastor Mark Foster, Fred J. Foster, Jeremy Foster and Pastor James Warbington officiating. Interment followed at Pine Grove Cemetery in Winnsboro, LA. She was a member of the Pentecostals of the Twin Cities of West Monroe. She was preceded in Death by: Husband Martin David Posey, Father William V. Warbington, Mother Daisy Brandin Warbington,: 4 Brothers Leo Warbington, Son Warbington, Frank Warbington, Herbert Warbington, 3 Sisters Violet Welch, Barbara Calhoun, and Versie Johnson, Daughter Ina Posey, and Grandson Woodson Joel Clark. Survivors include: Daughter Jo Ann and her husband James Ellerbe of Monroe, LA, Inez and her husband Woodson Clark of West Monroe, LA; Sister Mildred Wollerson of Winnsboro, LA, Juanita Taylor of Wisner, LA; Brother Ezra Warbington of Alexandria, LA; 2 Granddaughters Bethany and her husband Jimmy May and Belinda Michelle Clark; 3 Grandsons David Clark, Darrell and his wife Pam Ellerbe and Glenn and his wife Dorie Ellerbe; 4 Greatgrand sons Brad Ellerbe, Jeffery May, Chad Ellerbe and Cameron Ellerbe; 1 Greatgrand Daughter Callie Ellerbe. Pallbearers were Brad Ellerbe, T.J. Jackson, Chad Ellerbe, Jeffery May, Kip Carson and Josh Faul. To leave an online condolence for the family please visit www.youngscommunity.com

VERNA P. WILLIAMS Farrar Funeral Home Farmerville, LA. Verna P. Williams, 94, of Spearsville was born November 19, 1912 to John Frank Post & Eddie Webb Post and went to be with her Lord on December 22, 2006. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, great grand- mother and great-great grandmother. She was a homemaker, who loved gardening and sharing her flowers with others, and a member of Canaan Baptist Church for 82 years. Preceding her in death were her husband, James Mace Williams; a son, Donnie Ray Williams; parents: John Frank and Eddie Post; 3 brothers: Coleman, Robert & Gerald Post. Survivors are her 6 children: Syble Thomas, Joann Black, Lamon Williams, Janelle Murphy, Odie Williams and Peggy Williams. 1 daughter-in-law: Cindy Williams; 4 brothers and 3 sisters, 17 grandchildren, 32 great grandchildren and 2 great-great grandchildren. Funeral services will be held at 2:00PM Sunday, December 24, 2006 at Canaan Baptist Church in Lockhart, LA. with Dr. John Mahoney, Dr. Glenn Morgan and Rev. Forrest Post officiating. Interment will be in the church cemetery. Arrangements are under the direction of Farrar Funeral Home of Farmerville. Pallbearers will be her grandsons. Visitation will be 5:00 P.M. until 8:30 P. M. Saturday, December 24th at Canaan Baptist Church in Lockhart, LA. Memorials may be made to Canaan Baptist Church, c/o Syble Thomas, 225 Hwy. 558, Spearsville, LA. 71277 Friends may send messages to the family at www.farrarfh.com.

Lucia Jane Barker, 88
Lucia Jane Barker of Monroe, a retired schoolteacher, died Wednesday. Services are 3 p.m. today at Hasley Cemetery Pavilion, West Monroe. Visitation is noon-2 p.m. today at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Dessie J. Chrietzberg, 76
Dessie Juanita Bessonette Chrietzberg of West Monroe, a homemaker, died Thursday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Visitation is noon until service time today. Burial will be in Hasley Cemetery, West Monroe.

Danita Kaye Estes, 44
OLLA Danita Kaye Estes, an interior decorator, died Friday. Services are 2 p.m. Sunday at Pine Hill Baptist Church near Olla. Visitation is 4-9 p.m. today and Sunday from 9 a.m until noon at Riser Funeral Home, Olla. Burial will be in Pine Hill Cemetery.

Herschel A. Gentry, 102
Herschel A. Gentry of Monroe, retired owner of New York Hardware and Furniture, died Thursday. Services are 11 a.m. today at Parkview Baptist Church, Monroe. Visitation is 10 a.m. until service time today at the church. Burial will be in Hasley Cemetery, West Monroe under the direction of Riser Funeral Home, Columbia.

Sandra Jackson, 45
FARMERVILLE Sandra Jack-son, a manager, died Friday. Ar-rangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Gladys Louise Newton, 94
OAK GROVE Gladys Louise Newton, a clerk, died Friday. Services are 2 p.m. Sunday at Cox Funeral Home, Oak Grove. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. today. Burial will be in Oak Grove Cemetery.

Georgia W. Reames, 79
Georgia W. Reames of West Monroe, manager of Bed and Bath, died Wednesday. Graveside services are 10 a.m. today at Beulah Methodist Church Cemetery, Calhoun under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Robert 'Bob' Rife Jr., 86
FERRIDAY Robert Stanton 'Bob' Rife Jr. died Thursday. Services are 11 a.m. Wednesday at Sevier Memorial United Methodist Church, Ferriday. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Tuesday at Comer Funeral Home, Ferriday. Burial will be in Natchez City Cemetery.

Inez Osburn Schanks, 80
Inez Bradford Osburn Schanks of West Monroe, a retired medical technician with E.A. Conway Hospital, died Friday. Visitation is 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Sunday at Mulhearn's Funeral Home, West Monroe. Further arrangements are incomplete.

Heath Daniel Temple, 18
LIDDIEVILLE Heath Daniel Temple, a student, died Tuesday. Services are 1 p.m. Sunday at Young's Community Memorial Fu-neral Home, Winnsboro. Visitation is 5-9 p.m. today. Burial will be in Harris Cemetery, Crowville.

LaVada B. Thompson, 94
OAK GROVE LaVada Beatrice Thompson, a homemaker, died Thursday. Services are 2 p.m. Wednesday at Forest Baptist Church. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Tuesday at Cox Funeral Home, Oak Grove. Burial will be in New Forest Cemetery.

Previously acknowledged
Adams, Billy Ray: 1 p.m. today, Hester Central State Funeral Home, Monroe.
Day, Winifred O. Sr.: 10 a.m. today, Bethel Baptist Church, Bastrop.
Griffin, Asberry: noon today, Riser Funeral Home, Columbia.
Hayes, Florence: 2 p.m. today, New Jerusalem No. 2 Baptist Church, Kingston.
Herring, Katie M.: 1 p.m. today, First Kingdom Missionary Baptist Church, Tallulah.
Herrington, Brian K.: 2 p.m. today, Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Rayville.
Hilliard, Charlie: 3 p.m. today, Hester Central State Funeral Home, Monroe.
Hilton, Minnie: 1 p.m. today, Mount Zion Baptist Church, Rayville.
Lee, Aubrey: 11 a.m. today, Hester Central State Funeral Home, Monroe.
Spears, Lillie 'Adella': 1 p.m. today, Mount Pleasant Baptist Church, West Monroe.
Smith, Alonzo: 1 p.m. Tuesday, Hester Central State Funeral Home, Monroe.
Smith, L.V.: 2 p.m. today, Fellowship Baptist Church, Spearsville.
Thomas, Eddie Jr.: 1 p.m. today, Zion Springs Baptist Church, Monroe.
Ward, Charlie: 11 a.m. today, Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville.
Washington, Carena: noon today, New Light Missionary Baptist Church, Tallulah.
Wilson, Callie: 1 p.m. today, True Vine Baptist Church, Monroe

December 24, 2006 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

MR. SHELBY J. GRAVES Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Graveside services for Mr. Shelby J. Graves, 94, of Tampa, FL will be held at 11:00AM Tuesday, December 26,2006 at Alabama Presbyterian Cemetery. Rev. Allison Moody will be officiating, under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home-West Monroe, LA. Mr. Graves served in U.S. Army during World War II. He retired as a serviceman from Kiper Hardware with over 60 years of service. Mr. Graves was preceded in death by his wife Juanita Graves. Survivors include his two daughters, Carolyn Annette Jarrell and husband James "Buddy" Jarrell, Patty Brown and husband Preston; four grandchildren, James Jarrell, Barbara Elliott and husband Wade, Nathan Brown and Christopher Brown; two great grandchildren; and several nieces. Memorials may be made in lieu of flowers to givers favorite charity or to First Presbyterian Church in Monroe, LA.

LLOYD L. PARKER Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road, Monroe, LA The family of Lloyd L. Parker, 66, of Monroe, will receive friends on Tuesday, December 26, 2006, from 2:00PM until 4:00PM at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe, LA. Lloyd Parker was born April 29, 1940 and passed away on Thursday, December 21, 2006 at St. Francis North Hospital after a lengthy illness. He was a retired captain of the Monroe Police Department. Lloyd is survived by his wife, Joan Parker; daughters, Rebecca Osterman and husband Brett, and Elizabeth Parker; grandsons, Clinton Osterman, Caleb Mireles, and Jacob Mireles; granddaughters, Laura Osterman and Sarah Osterman; brothers, Lawrence Parker and wife Betty, and George Parker; sisters, Jacine Brooks and Virginia Simrall; several nieces and nephews and their spouses, also many great nieces and nephews. Lloyd was a loving husband, father, and grandfather. He was a blessing to his family and a good friend to many. He will be greatly missed by all. The Lord will fulfill his purpose for me; your love, O Lord endures forever. Psalm 138:8 In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Louisiana Cancer Foundation for Research and Education or to the National Kidney Foundation of Louisiana. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome .com

IRENE DEVON SAVANNA Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Rd. Monroe, LA Service for Irene DeVon Carr Savanna, 75, of Monroe, LA, will be held at 12Noon Tuesday, December 26, 2006, at St. Matthew's Catholic Church with Rev. Joseph Puthuppally officiating under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. "Dee", born November 22, 1931 in Riverton, LA, the daughter of Dwight Eullis Carr and Bernice Nell Carr Stephens, died peacefully on Tuesday, December 19, 2006. She devoted her life caring for others and sharing her deeply faith based compassion and unconditional love with her family and friends. Not only was she a volunteer teacher at times, but also was an accomplished seamstress for a nursing home, family, and friends. Two of her greatest passions were spiritual readings and writing poetry. Survivors include her husband of 56 years, Vincent Savanna; daughter, Jacqueline "J.J." Sutton; son, Jay Savanna; daughter, Sue Ann Meyer and husband Richard; brother, Dwight Carr and wife Jean; sister, Toni Ketchell; and two grandchildren, Emily and Luke Meyer. Visitation will be from 11:00AM until service time Tuesday at St. Matthew's. The family wishes to extend Special Thanks and appreciation to various individuals at St. Francis Specialty Hospital, Avalon Place, and Hospice Care of Louisiana for their compassion and care. In lieu of flowers, donations of spiritual books may be made in Mrs. Savanna's memory to the library of your choice. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome .com

HEATH DANIEL TEMPLE Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home Winnsboro, LA Funeral services for Heath Daniel Temple, 18, of Liddieville, LA will be held at Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home on Sunday, December 24, 2006 at 1:00PM with Rev. Joe Stroud and Rev. Jerry Hunt Jr officiating. Interment will follow at Harris Cemetery under the direction of Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home in Winnsboro. Heath was born August 15, 1988 in Monroe, LA and passed away Tuesday, December 19, 2006. He knew from the age of seven that he wanted to be a funeral director. During his Junior year in high school Heath began working at the local funeral home. His passion for helping people overflowed into all the people around him. After graduating from Winnsboro High School in 2006, he enrolled at the Dallas Institute of Funeral Service. His path was straight and true, he was a wonderful, compassionate, and thoughtful person. Heath was also a Christian and his faith was strong enabling him to accomplish so much in so little time. Heath will be missed by all who have known him. Precious memories fill our soul. He was preceded in Death by: grandfather, William Daniel Biggs; grandmother, Essie Williams Dean; and grandfather, James "Red" Dean. Survivors include: mother, Mrs. Eva Underwood and husband Spencer of Liddieville, LA; father, R.C. Temple and wife Peggy of Waterproof, LA; brother, Louis Temple and wife Danielle of Oceanside, CA; sister, Helen Marie Temple of Waterproof, LA; Paternal Grandparents, Curtis and Velma Temple of Winnsboro, LA; Maternal Step Grandparents, Jerry and Barbara Underwood of Liddieville, LA; Paternal Step Grandparents, Oscar and Pearl Nugent of Waterproof, LA; and a host of aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends. The Pallbearers will be Justin Evans, Wade Watkins, Ken White, Greg White, Benny Lee McGurk, and Dustin Augillard. The Honorary Pallbearer will be Paul Allen. To leave an online condolence for the family please visit www.youngscommunity.com

Edna Boyte Chambless, 56
Edna Boyte Chambless, a retired salesperson, died Friday. Arrangements are pending under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Delouria DeLoach, 91
Delouria Rundell DeLoach, a homemaker formerly of Delhi, died Saturday. Services are 10 a.m. Tuesday at First Baptist Church, Delhi. Visitation is 9 a.m. Tuesday until service time at the church. Burial will be in Delhi Masonic Cemetery under the direction of Cox Funeral Home, Delhi.

James T. Duckworth, 81
EPPS — James T. "Pete" Duckworth, a retired dairy farmer, died Friday. Services are 10 a.m. Wednesday at New Hope Church of God near Darnell. Visitation is 6-8 p.m. Tuesday at the church. Burial will be in Unity Cemetery, Darnell, under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Rayville.

Littleton T. Ellett Jr., 82
RUSTON — Littleton Tazewell "Lit" Ellett Jr., a factory representative for Wright & McGill Fishing Tackle, died Wednesday. Visitation is 10-11 a.m. Wednesday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Ruston. Private family services will be held with burial following in Ozark Memorial Park, Branson, Mo.

Danita Kaye Estes, 44
OLLA — Danita Kaye Estes, an interior decorator, died Friday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Pinehill Baptist Church, Olla. Burial will be in the church cemetery under the direction of Riser Funeral Home, Olla.

Sandra Jackson, 45
ROCKY BRANCH — Sandra Jackson, a manager at Lowe's Home Improvement, died Friday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Eugene C. Koontz, 85
Eugene C. Koontz of Monroe, a retired insurance adjuster, died Saturday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe.

Claud Marsh, 76
SHUGHSON, Calif. — Claud Marsh died Monday. Services are 2 p.m. Wednesday at Olive Grove Baptist Church, Choudrant. Visitation is 1 p.m. until service time Wednesday at the church. Burial will be in the church cemetery under the direction of King Funeral Home, Ruston.

Inez Schanks, 80
Inez Bradford Osburn Schanks of West Monroe, a retired medical technician with E.A. Conway Hospital, died Friday. Graveside services are 2 p.m. today at Twin Cities Memorial Gardens, West Monroe. Visitation is 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. today at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Irene C. Tiffee, 79
MONTEREY — Irene C. Tiffee, a homemaker, died Friday. Services are 10 a.m. today at Eva Church of God. Burial will be in the church cemetery under the direction of Young's Funeral Home, Ferriday.

Previously acknowledged
Newton, Gladys Louise: 2 p.m. today, Cox Funeral Home, Oak Grove.
Rife, Robert 'Bob' Jr.: 11 a.m. Wednesday, Sevier Memorial United Methodist Church, Ferriday.
Smith, Alonzo: 1 p.m. Tuesday, Hester Central State Funeral Home, Monroe.
Temple, Heath Daniel: 1 p.m. today, Young's Community Funeral Home, Winnsboro.
Thompson, LaVada B.: 2 p.m. Wednesday, Forest Baptist Church

December 25, 2006 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

MRS. EDNA BOYTE CHAMBLESS Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral Services for Mrs. Edna Boyte Chambless, 56, of West Monroe, LA will be held at 2:00PM Tuesday, December 26, 2006 in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA with Rev. George Bonner officiating. Burial will be in the Salem Cemetery in Eros, LA. Mrs. Chambless died on December 22, 2006 at the Glenwood Regional Medical Center in West Monroe, LA. Edna was a loving mother and grandmother. Survivors include her three children, Dawne Smith, Kim Vallery, Charlotte Blocker and husband Shawn; five grandchildren, Chris Lewis, Bailie Blocker, Zachary Smith and Candace and Ashley Vallery who held a most special place in her life; one great grandchild, Nevaeh Vallery; four sisters, Barbara Elliott, Renee Moore, Terri Branch and husband Ronald, Betsy Mullins and husband Randy; two brothers, Bo Boyte and Clifton Boyte and wife Shirley. Pallbearers will be Chris Lewis, Zachary Smith, Keith McKnight, Brandon Lewis, Chad Rison, Ben Moore. Visitation will be from 11:00AM until service time Tuesday at Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Mrs. Chambless was a fun loving free spirit, who never met a stranger. No one had a bigger heart than Mamaw and we will always miss her. Online Registry/ Condolences www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com

DELOURIA RUNDELL DELOACH Cox Funeral Home Delhi, LA Funeral services for Delouria Rundell DeLoach, 91, of Monroe, LA, formerly of Delhi, LA, will be held at 10:00AM, Tuesday, December 26, 2006 at the First Baptist Church of Delhi, LA. Dr. Marcus Murphy will officiate. Interment will be in the Delhi Masonic Cemetery under the direction of Cox Funeral Home of Delhi, LA. Visitation will be held at the First Baptist Church in Delhi from 9:00AM Tuesday until time of service. Mrs. DeLoach was a member of the First Baptist Church of Delhi where she taught Sunday School, worked with missions, and sang in the choir. She was active in the PTA on the local and state levels, the home demonstration club on the local, state and national levels and was an active volunteer in her community. However, her best and most endearing trait was her love for God and family. She is preceded in death by her husband, C.T. DeLoach; her parents, Frank C. Rundell and Ludie Blount Rundell; brothers, Ezra, Ben, Julius and Leon Rundell and sisters, Frankie Baker and Mertice Darrow. She is survived by son, Charles DeLoach and Charlotte of West Monroe, LA; daughter, Diane Pippin and Bill of Monroe, LA; grandchildren, Michael DeLoach and Stephanie of West Monroe, LA, Wes Pippin and Renee of Columbia, MO, and Charlie Pippin and Elizabeth of Shreveport, LA; and great grandchildren, Christopher, Caleb and Seth DeLoach, Cameron, Alyssa, Emma Kate, Alexis and Rebecca Pippin. Any planned memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society or to the charity of one's choice. Pallbearers will be B.E. Pickett Jr., Jimmy Goodwin, Richard Sykes, Dell Hogg, Dr. Jim Rundell and Wesley Sullivan. To leave a message of condolence to the family please visit our web site at www.coxfuenral.com

BRIAN KENLEY PERRY Dec. 25, 1972- Aug. 22, 2002 Mom and Dad

LAVADA BEATRICE THOMPSON Cox Funeral Home Oak Grove, LA Funeral services for LaVada Beatrice Thompson, age 94, will be 2:00PM Wednesday, December 27, 2006 at the Forest Baptist Church, Forest, LA with Rev. Marty Thompson, Rev. Pat Loftin, & Rev. Byron Grey officiating. Interment will be in the New Forest Cemetery. Services are under the direction of Cox Funeral Home of Oak Grove. Visitation will be Tuesday from 5:00PM until 8:00PM at Cox Funeral Home. She is preceded in death by her husband: Paul Clay Thompson; parents: Martin & Ethel Stiles; sister: Brula Holder. LaVada is survived by her son: Paul Martin Thompson & wife Thelma of Shreveport, LA; daughter: Nita Thompson Denmon & husband Larry of Forest, LA; 6 grandchildren: David Thompson & wife Sharon of West Monroe, LA, Tommy Thompson & wife Melissa of Spring, TX, Marty Thompson & wife Pam of Soddy Daisy, TN, Susan Denmon Gusky of Austin, TX, Jason Denmon & wife Sandi of Roswell, GA, Leah Denmon Bell & husband David of Silver Spring, MD; 8 Great-Grandchildren & 1 Great Great-Grandchild. Pallbearers will be the Decons of Forest Baptist Church. In Loving Memory

HAZEL MCKNIGHT WASHINGTON Brown-Holley Funeral Home Rayville, LA Funeral services for Hazel McKnight Washington, 71, of Gallaway, TN will be 12:00PM, Wednesday, December 27, 2006 at Brown-Holley Funeral Chapel, Rayville. Interment will follow in McKnight Cemetery, Holly Ridge under the direction of Brown-Holley Funeral Home. Mrs. Hazel Washington passed away unexpectedly on Friday, December 22, 2006 at her residence. Survivors include her husband of 50 years, Joe W. Washington of Gallaway, TN; daughters, Dorothy Bloechl, Barbara Washington and Janie Washington all of Gallaway, TN; sons, Bill Washington of Duncan, OK, James and Sally Washington of Somerville, TN, Dempsey and Annette Washington of Somerville, TN, George and Danna Washington of Bartlett; 12 grandchildren; six great grandchildren; sisters, Mary Jane Munholland, Nancy Whitney, Alice Tyner and Lucinda Linconfelt. Visitation will be 6:00PM until 9:00PM, Tuesday at Brown- Holley Funeral Home in Rayville. To leave condolences online for the family, please visit www.brownholleyfuneralhomes.com

Kimberley Durr, 51
FARMERVILLE — Kimberley Kelley Durr, a homemaker, died Friday. Services are 1 p.m. Wednesday at Farrar Funeral Home, Farmerville. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Beulah Cemetery at Marthaville, a community near Coushatta.

Allen G. Frances, 80
Allen G. Frances, retired from the Navy, died Sunday. Services are incomplete under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Monroe.

Shelby J. Graves, 94
TAMPA, Fla. — Shelby J. Graves, a retired serviceman for Kiper Hardware, died Wednesday. Graveside services are 11 a.m. Tuesday at Alabama Presbyterian Church, Sibley, under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Lloyd L. Parker, 66
Lloyd L. Parker of Monroe, retired Monroe Police Department captain, died Thursday. Visitation is 2-4 p.m. Tuesday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe.

Mary Frances Prince, 65
BASTROP — Mary Frances Prince, a retired letter carrier, died Sunday. Services are 2 p.m. Tuesday at Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Bastrop. Burial will be in New Forest Cemetery. Visitation is 9:30 a.m. until service time Tuesday at the funeral home.

Irene Devon Savanna, 75
Irene Devon Savanna of Monroe, a homemaker, died Tuesday. Services are noon Tuesday at St. Matthew Catholic Church. Visitation is 11 a.m. until noon Tuesday at the church. Arrangements are under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe.

Oretus B. Thames, 90
MANGHAM — Oretus B. Thames, a former store owner, died Sunday.Services are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Rayville.

Gloria Jean Warshaw, 66
BASTROP — Gloria Jean Warshaw, retired from Scott Truck and Tractor, died Saturday. Services are 2 p.m. Tuesday at Faith Baptist Church, Bastrop. Burial will be in Memorial Park Cemetery, Bastrop, under the direction of Cox Funeral Home, Bastrop. Visitation is 9 a.m. at the church.

Previously acknowledged
DeLoach, Delouria Rundell: 10 a.m. Tuesday, First Baptist Church, Delhi.
Duckworth, James T. "Pete": 10 a.m. Wednesday, New Hope Church of God, Darnell.
Marsh, Claud: 2 p.m. Wednesday, Olive Grove Baptist Church, Choudrant.
Rife, Robert 'Bob' Jr.: 11 a.m. Wednesday, Sevier Memorial United Mehtodist Church, Ferriday.
Smith, Alonzo: 1 p.m. Tuesday, Hester Central State Funeral Home, Monroe.
Thompson, LaVada B.: 2 p.m. Wednesday, Forest Baptist Church

December 26, 2006 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

MR. JAMES T. "PETE" DUCKWORTH Mulhearn Funeral Home Rayville, LA Services for Mr. James T. "Pete" Duckworth, Jr., 81, of Epps, LA will be 11:00AM Wednesday, December 27, 2006 at New Hope Church of God near Darnell, LA with Rev Bob Sclemmer officiating. Internment to follow in Unity Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home Rayville, LA. Mr. Pete was a member of New Hope Church of God, and a retired dairy farmer. He was preceded in death by his parents James T. Duckworth, Sr. and Myrtle Lee Duckworth, brother; Doyle "Cooter" Duckworth , son; Bob Duckworth, and his wife Lurline Motley Duckworth. He is survived by his son's David Wayne Duckworth and his wife Marilyn,of Epps, LA, Bill Duckworth and his wife Chris of Epps, LA , Brad Thedford Duckworth and his wife Laurie. Sister Audyess Jonhnson of Oak Grove, LA Grandchildren; Jeff Duckworth, and wife April, Brian Duckworth and wife Cindy, Cassi Duckworth Gilbert and her husband William, Lee Duckworth and his wife Kasey, B. J. Duckworth and his wife Danielle, Chelsea Duckworth, Colton Duckworth, James Duckworth, Charise Duckworth. Great Grandchildren; Tyler Duckworth, Cameron Duckworth, Jordan Duckworth, Emma Grace Gilbert, Emily Duckworth and Jessica Stanfill. Pallbearers will be Lee Duckworth, B. J. Duckworth, Jeff Duckworth, Brain Duckworth, Mark Duckworth and Jerry David Duckworth. Visitation will be from 6:00PM-8:00PM Tuesday at the church.

MRS. SANDRA "SANDY" GAIL JACKSON Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA On December 22, 2006 Mrs. Sandra "Sandy" Gail Jackson, 45, of Rocky Branch, LA was called home to be with our Lord. Funeral Services will be held at 3:00PM Wednesday, December 27, 2006 in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA with Rev. James F. Mooney officiating. Burial will be in the Roselawn Memorial Gardens in Calhoun, LA. Sandy touched many lives during her 45 years on this earth. Her true devotion was to her husband, Michael, since their union on January 1, 1977. In the thirty years they shared together, they created a large and close knit family consisting of three children, Natasha Dawn Hester and Keith Hester, Nakia Dewayne Jackson and his wife Jennifer and Natalie DeAnn Howington and husband Ronald; seven grandchildren, Hunter, Heath, Gabe, Seth, Hayden, Ashlyn and Holden and the eight expected in April. She is also survived by her momma and daddy, Alexzine and Jack Lawson; her father, Henry Bevers; brother, Ronnie Bevers and two sisters, Cheryl Jenkins and Linda Hall. She was a loving wife, mother, and grandmother. Sandy was very proud of her personal accomplishments which include managing three departments at Lowe's in Monroe, and her most recent was becoming a certified Open Water Diver. Visitation will be from 1:30PM until service time on Wednesday at Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. She will be missed by many, but never forgotten, for she left footprints on our hearts. Online Registry/Condolences www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com

EUGENE C. KOONTZ Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road, Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mr. Eugene C. Koontz, 85, of Monroe will be at 10:00AM Wednesday, December 27, 2006, in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe with Rev. Warren Eckhardt officiating. Interment will follow in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery. Eugene, known by his friends and family as Gene, was born in Shenandoah, VA, on December 8, 1921. He passed from this world on December 23, 2006, at St. Francis North Hospital in Monroe, LA, after a lengthy illness. He was a World War II Veteran serving in the Navy for six years on the USS Orka and on the USS Philadelphia. He married his precious wife of sixty years, Clarice S. Koontz, on January 23, 1946. Gene Koontz was a respected and active member of the community. He is known for starting and serving as president of the first Full Gospel Business Men's Association in our twin cities area. This ministry in varied forms continues to operate today. He built and ran the original Pet Boutique in Monroe, LA, which provided pet lovers area wide with services and supplies. His main occupation over the years was an insurance adjuster. Mr. Gene was an extremely kind and compassionate man, and a true gentleman. He always thought of others first. He loved his family deeply, and he so enjoyed to fish and to sit and watch the bayou behind his house. His deep faith in God was a strength to him and to his family. His presence and "side-ways" smile will be greatly missed on earth, but his legacy will live on in our hearts and fill our souls. Mr. Gene was preceded in death by his grandson, Mason Eugene Griggs. Mr. Koontz is survived by his wife of sixty years, Clarice S. Koontz; daughter, Barbara Knight and husband Terry of Monroe, LA; one grandson, Andy Griggs and wife Renee of Nashville, TN; great grandchildren, Amara Griggs, and Savana Griggs; two step grandchildren, Rev. Bruce Knight and wife Christianne of Minot, ND; and Brad Knight and wife Ginny of Charlotte, NC; and four step great grandchildren. Pallbearers will be Wayne Shipp, Sal Pitarro, Jack Dole, Charles "Sonny" Standifer, Mike Smith and Fred Cheeks. Visitation will be Tuesday from 5:00PM until 7:00PM at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Memorials may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com

JOSIE THERESA DUGUE' LAIN Rhodes Funeral Home Baton Rouge, LA Josie Theresa Dugué Lain, an educator, died Sunday, December 17, 2006. She was 42 years old. A native resident of New Orleans, she attended Robert R. Moton Elementary School, George Washington Carver Middle School, and McDonough #35 Senior High School. She received a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration and a Master of Arts in Teaching in Computer Science from Xavier University of Louisiana. She spent twelve and a half years teaching in Orleans Parish in both the public and private sectors. Her community services included participating in the child advocacy program, Each One Save One and D.A.R.E. (Drug Abuse Resistance Education). After relocating to Winnsboro, Louisiana in 2002, Josie spent one semester teaching in Ouachita Parish at George Washington Carver Elementary School. She then went on to teach in Franklin Parish at Winnsboro Junior High. In 2003, she was appointed the position of Technology Facilitator at Winnsboro Junior High and Gilbert Junior High in Gilbert, Louisiana. Her final educating experience was that of Peer Educator for Franklin NIRI (Nutrition Intervention Research Initiative). Josie was a true Christian. Her belief, trust, and faith in our Father, Jehovah God, defined her as a person. During her lifetime, she was an active member of St. Philip the Apostle Catholic Church, Mount Zion Church of Christ Holiness USA. Beloved wife of Calvin Arnold Lain. Daughter of the late Albert M. Dugué, Sr. and Josephine C. Dugué. Daughter-in-law of Otis Lain, Sr. and the late Irene M. Lain. Stepmother of Devrek, Alexandra and Payton Lain. Sister of Albert, Jr., Gerard, Kelvin, Virgil, Wayne, Wade, Edward, Elwood, and Libby Dugué and Niris D. Steib. Sister-in-law of Kenneth Steib, Sr., Saundra, Emelda, Sheila, Brenda, Mary Joyce, Ellen, and LeJeune Dugué; Otis, Jr., Estella, Sarah, Bobby, Emanuel, Melva, Raymond, Andrew, Bernadette, Walter, Carolyn, Terry, Katrina, Jenny, and Cornell Patrick Lain; Arthur and Elsie Lee Hagan, Henry and Rose Watts, and Terence and Ruby Faiferek. Also survived by a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends. Preceded in death by one brother-in-law, Louis Lain; and two nieces, Vanessa and Donna Flagge. Relatives and friends of the family, also the congregation of Mount Zion Church of Christ Holiness USA, faculty, staff, and employees of Pierre, Pierre, Manning & Lain Law Firm, Winnsboro Jr. High, Gilbert Jr. High, are all invited to attend the memorial service held on Wednesday December 27, 2006, at 6:00PM , Mount Zion Church of Christ Holiness USA Pastor Wallace Bell Celebrant. Service of Christian Burial held on Friday, December 29, 2006, at 11:00AM, First Baptist New Orleans, 5290 Canal Blvd., New Orleans, Louisiana 70124. Pastor Fred Luter, Jr. of Franklin Ave. Baptist Church Officiating. Visitation will begin at 9:30AM Interment will be in Mount Olivet Cemetery. Arrangements by D.W. Rhodes Funeral Home, 1020 Virgil St., Gretna. Please visit our website at www.rhodesfuneral.com to sign register book.

MRS. SUSAN RENE' ROY MUEY Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral Services for Mrs. Susan Rene' Roy Muey, 46, of West Monroe, LA will be held at 1:00PM Wednesday, December 27, 2006 in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA with Rev. Dwight Munn officiating. Burial will be in the Hasley Cemetery. Mrs. Muey died on December 21, 2006 at her residence in West Monroe, LA. She was a member of the First Baptist Church in West Monroe, LA. Susan and her husband moved to West Monroe in 1988, where she got busy making new friends and getting her husband and son B.J. settled in. Over the years she operated different businesses in the area, including Maybe's and Purr-fect Styles, worked as a flight attendant and grew her family by one with her second son Coty. She was always involved in their school and other activities. Susan was a loving mother and devoted wife. A good Christian lady and a friend to many. She loved her children with all her heart and soul and enriched the lives of the people she touched. Survivors include her husband, Terry; sons, Coty, Brandon, Daniel, Tony and Tim; grandchild, Levi-Jett; mother and father, Bob and Sue Barth; brothers, Bobby and Steven Barth and sister, Pam Glass. Pallbearers will be Steven Barth, Bobby Barth, Adam Barth, Landon Glass, Derrick Glass and Cameron Barth. Visitation will be from 5:00PM until 8:00PM Tuesday at Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Susan will be missed by her family and friends, but is with God and will continue to watch over her family as they wait to be with her again. Online Registry/Condolences www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com

MARY FRANCES PRINCE Brown-Holley Funeral Home Oak Grove, LA Funeral services for Mary Frances Prince, age 65, will be 2 PM Tuesday, December 26, 2006 at Brown-Holley Funeral Home Chapel in Oak Grove with Rev.William Moden and Rev. Jason Strong officiating. Interment will follow in New Forest Cemetery in Forest, La. under the direction of Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Oak Grove. Mary Frances Prince was born on November 29, 1941 and passed away at her home in Bastrop, La on December 24, 2006 after a lengthy illness. Mrs. Prince was a lifelong resident of West Carroll Parish. She was a retired rural letter carrier with the USPS. She was preceded in death by her husband, James Howard Prince, Sr; her parents, Edward and Christine Smith; and a brother, Eddie Smith, Jr. Survivors include 3 children, Karen Ross & husband, David of St. Francisville, La; Howard Prince, Jr. & wife, Angela of Angola, La; and Karl Prince & wife, April of Angola, La; 6 Grandchildren; 4 Great-Grandchildren; 7 sisters, Gwen Haley & husband, Marvin of Kilbourne, La; Barbara Russell & husband, Kirby of Oak Grove, La; Sharon Efinger & husband, Chad of Lake Land, Fl; Shelia Kirby & husband, James of Bastrop, La; Soundra Fontenot & husband, Rusty of Oak Grove, La; Rhonda Dupont & husband, William of Simmesport, La; and Christine Henderson of Oak Grove, La; and Numerous Nieces & Nephews. Pallbearers will be her Nephews. Honorary pallbearers will be her Grandsons. Visitation will be from 9:30AM until service time on Tuesday December 26th at Brown Holley Funeral Home Chapel.

ROBERT STANTON "BOB" RIFE, JR. Comer Funeral Home, Inc. Ferriday, LA Robert Stanton "Bob" Rife, Jr. age 86, of Ferriday, LA died Thursday, December 21, 2006 at his residence. Services will be held Wednesday, December 27, 2006 at 11:00AM, at the Sevier Memorial United Methodist Church; Ferriday, LA, with the Rev. Jerry Means and Rev. Ray Owens, Jr. officiating Interment will follow at the Natchez City Cemetery in Natchez, MS. Visitation is from 5:00PM-8:00PM Tuesday, December 26, at Comer Funeral Home; Ferriday, LA. Mr. Rife had been a resident of Ferriday for 53 years. He was a farmer and a member of the Sevier Memorial United Methodist Church in Ferriday where he served on the official board for many years. Mr. Rife was a graduate of Louisiana Tech University in Ruston, LA and where he played football from 1940 to 1943. He was a veteran of World II, serving in the U. S. Marine Corp in the battle of Iwo Jima. He was a member of the Concordia Parish Hospital Board, Concordia Parish Farm Bureau Board of Directors, a member of Louisiana Cotton Producers, and a member of the Cattleman Association. He was preceded in death by his parents, his wife, Evelyn O. Rife, and two brothers, Edwin Lee Rife and James M. Rife. Survivors include 2 sons: Robert S. Rife, III and his wife, Peggy, of Abeline, TX, John O. Rife of Ferriday; 1 daughter: Anna Rife, of Ferriday; 2 grandchildren Jason Rife and his wife, Erin of Durham, NC and Adam Rife of Midland, TX,; Nieces: Ann Caston of Lake Charles, LA, Genie Rife Parker of Baton Rouge, LA; Nephews: Charles Caston of Pineville, LA and Lee Rife, Jr. of Ferriday, LA. Pallbearers are Lee Rife, David Caston, Rick Osburne, Andy Anderson, Randy Miller, Buddy Tanner, Richard Netterville, and Tru Goldman. Planned memorials may be made to the Sevier Memorial United Methodist Church in Ferriday, LA or to a charity of your choice.

Edna Boyte Chambless, 56
Edna Boyte Chambless, a retired salesperson of West Monroe, died Thursday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Burial will be in Salem Cemetery, Eros. Visitation is 11 a.m. till service time.

James Duckworth Jr., 81
EPPS — James T. "Pete" Duckworth Jr., a retired dairy farmer, died Friday. Services are 11 a.m. Wednesday at New Hope Church of God near Darnell. Visitation is 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday at the church. Burial is in Unity Cemetery near Darnell under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Rayville.

Louise Hale Gibson, 86
Louise Hale Gibson of West Monroe, a housewife, died Sunday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Josie T. Dugue Lain, 42
NEW ORLEANS — Josie Theresa Dugue Lain, an educator, died Sunday. Services are 11 a.m. Friday at First Baptist, New Orleans. Visitation is 9:30 a.m. Friday at the church. Burial is in Mount Olivet Cemetery, New Orleans under the direction of D.W. Rhodes Funeral Home, Gretna.

Mary Frances Prince, 65
BASTROP — Mary Frances Prince, a retired rural letter carrier, died Sunday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Oak Grove. Visitation is 9:30 a.m. today until time of service at the funeral home. Burial is in New Forest Cemetery.

Bertha Ramsey, 86
Bertha Ramsey of Calhoun, a homemaker, died Sunday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Oretus B. Thames, 90
MANGHAM — Oretus B. Thames, a former store owner, died Sunday. Services are 10 a.m. Wednesday at New Light Baptist Church near Mangham. Visitation is 5 to 7 p.m. today at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Rayville. Burial is in Gwin Cemetery, Mangham.

Lucia Ann Tirmenstein, 75
FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. — Lucia Ann Lewis Tirmenstein, formerly of Monroe, former owner and operator of Dew Music and recently retired librarian for the Ouachita Parish Public Library, died Monday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe.

Hazel M. Washington, 71
GALLAWAY, Tenn. — Hazel McKnight Washington, a homemaker, died Friday. Services are noon Wednesday at Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Rayville. Visitation is 6 to 9 p.m. today at the funeral home. Burial is in McKnight Cemetery, Holly Ridge.

Previously acknowledged
DeLoach, Delouria Rundell: 10 a.m. today, First Baptist Church, Delhi.
Durr, Kimberley: 1 p.m. Wednesday, Farrar Funeral Home, Farmerville.
Graves, Shelby J.: 11 a.m. today, Alabama Presbyterian Church, Sibley
Marsh, Claud: 2 p.m. Wednesday, Olive Grove Baptist Church, Choudrant.
Rife, Robert 'Bob' Jr.: 11 a.m. Wednesday, Sevier Memorial United Methodist Church, Ferriday.
Savanna, Irene Devon: Noon today, St. Matthew Catholic Church, Monroe.
Smith, Alonzo: 1 p.m. today, Hester Central State Funeral Home, Monroe.
Thompson, LaVada B.: 2 p.m. Wednesday, Forest Baptist Church.
Warshaw, Gloria Jean: 2 p.m. today, Faith Baptist Church, Bastrop

December 27, 2006 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

VIOLET MARIE MARTIN BELL Edmond's Funeral Home Jonesboro, LA Violet Marie Martin Bell, of Monroe, LA. formerly of Quitman, LA. passed away on December 25, 2006 in Monroe,LA. Mrs. Bell was a retired lunchroom technician for the Jackson Parish School Board. Mrs. Bell was born on January 17, 1921 in Sikes, LA., she was 85. Visitation will be held on Wednesday, December 27, 2006, from 4:00PM-9:00PM at Edmonds Funeral Home in Jonesboro. Funeral services will be held on Thursday, December 28, 2006 at 2:00PM at Antioch Cumberland Presbyterian Church in Quitman, LA. Interment will follow in the church cemetery with Rev. Robert Tyler and Bro. Jerry Fleming officiating. Mrs. Bell is survived by her husband; William R. Bell of Monroe, LA. formerly of Quitman, LA.,four daughters; Jimmeree McBride and husband Ronnie of Weston, LA, Willene Maxwell and husband Ray of Weston, LA, Nancy Jensen and husband Bob of Dubach, LA and Tama Sue Fleming and husband Wayne of Monroe, LA. One son; Gerald Bell and wife Janice of Quitman, LA. One sister; Lora Watson of Sugar Land, TX. One Sister-In-Law; Christine Martin of Ruston, LA. Fourteen grandchildren and fifteen great-grandchildren. She is also survived by numerous nieces and nephews. Mrs. Bell was preceded in death by her parents; William T. and Levia Martin, three brothers; Ernest, Larry and Arnold Martin, and three sisters; Clemish Ewing, Beulah Ewing and Audye Jordan and one great-granddaughter; Cassey Price. Pallbearers will be Brad Fleming, Kevin McBride, Craig McBride, Lance Waldron and Brian Fleming, Greg Waldron and Scott Hall.

J. EUGENE BOWEN Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral services for J. Eugene Bowen 62 of Farmerville, LA will be at 10:00 AM, Thursday, December 28, 2006 at Rocky Branch Assembly of God Church in Rocky Branch, LA under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home of West Monroe. Officiating will be Reverends Dennis Smith, Lloyd Boudloche and Eugene Brown. Graveside services will be held at 3:00 PM, Thursday, December 28, 2006 at Earnest Cemetery in Hampton, Arkansas under the direction of Benton Funeral Home of Hampton, AR. Mr. Bowen was born March 4, 1944 in Hampton, AR and passed away December 26, 2006 in West Monroe. Mr. Bowen was preceded in death by his parents, Beatrice and Chester Bowen and a sister, Helen Mauldin. He is survived by his wife of 30 years, Sharon Pardue Bowen; daughter, Dinishia Bowen Norrell and husband Kevin of Farmerville; son; David Bowen and wife Rhonda of North East, PA; step-daughters: Kammela Hart of Minden, LA and Melissa Seffens of Roanoake, VA; grandchildren; Kyle, Keith, Kristopher, and Danielle Norrell; sister: Hazel Bowen Smith and husband Ted of Hampton, AR and other family members. Pallbearers will be Terry Chavers, Fred Norrell, Charles Bozeman, Larry Boothe, Darvin Acree and David Freeman. Visitation will be Wednesday, December 27, 2006 from 6:00PM until 9:00PM at the church. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Children's Ministry at Rocky Branch Assembly of God. Online condolence messages may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com

SARA VIRGINIA CRAIG Cremation Society of the SOUTH Marietta, GA Sara Virginia Craig, a lifelong public servant, died in Atlanta on December 25, 2006. She was 85 and died of cancer which she had battled for over two decades. Sara was born in Jackson, Mississippi to Winston Craig and Louise "Lou" Hodges Craig on January 13, 1921. She spent her depression era childhood largely in Monroe, Louisiana, growing up with an extended family. She attended elementary and high school in Monroe and was a member of Grace Episcopal Church. She moved to Atlanta with her parents when she was sixteen. Sara graduated from The University of Alabama in 1941 at the age of 20 with a degree in political science. Sara began her career as a caseworker in the Fulton County Welfare Department. She was soon recruited to be a supervisor and inspector for the War Department. From there she moved to the War Food Administration before leaving federal service for a time to work for the Red Cross and later to run the Lockheed employee welfare program for over ten years. As a volunteer on the Kennedy campaign in 1960, Sara met Charles Weltner, who, when elected to congress in 1962, hired Sara for his office in Washington. Sara remained a lifelong friend of Charles Weltner and his family. It was during her tenure in the Congressman's office that Sara met Wyche Fowler, who became a close friend, and later was US Senator and Ambassador to Saudi Arabia. Following Congressman Weltner's two terms in office, Sara moved to the Office of Economic Opportunity at the Department of Commerce. When OEO was disbanded, Sara returned to Atlanta to work for the Department of Health, Education and Welfare regional office and was appointed HEW Southeastern Regional Administrator and named Chairperson of the Federal Regional Council by President Jimmy Carter. At the beginning of the Reagan administration, Sara returned to her career as afederal service as a Deputy Assistant Regional Commissioner at the Social Security Administration where she would remain until her retirement in 1991 at age 70. Not yet ready to give up public service, Sara spent five years at the Center for Disease Control as a public information officer and policy analyst. Sara was a "cradle" Episcopalian and a member of the Cathedral of St. Philip from 1937 until her death. Sara served the Cathedral in many capacities including the Cathedral Chapter, chair of the Outreach Committee, chair of the Adult Christian Education Committee and a member of several Diocesan Committees. Sara was an accomplished writer whose essays on political and social subjects were known and enjoyed by her close friends. Some of the phrases from the speeches she authored are still heard today. Sara was an amateur photographer, a great reader on politics, history, religion and art, and an occasional painter. She traveled widely, and although she claimed Italy as her favorite destination, Sara declared, "I never met a trip I wouldn't take." Sara is survived by a legion of dear friends and her cousins Tommy Sparks and his wife, Susan, of Monroe, LA; Elizabeth Sparks McQueen and her husband, Philip, and Sara Thompson McQueen of Baton Rouge, LA; Jennifer Carter Sparks and Susan Thompson Sparks, who is Sara's Godchild, of Monroe, LA; James D. Sparks, Jr. and his wife, Frances, also of Monroe, LA; Martha Tisdale and her husband, Dent; Martha Cordell and her husband David, Tulsa, OK; Robert Tisdale and his wife, Carol Ann, Austin, TX; Jeanne Downing Ryan and her husband, Jerry; Rene Broyles and husband, Mike of Monroe, LA; Denise Warshaw and her husband, Chip, of Alexandria, LA; Margaret Shall and her husband, David of Metairie, LA; Sara Downing, Ben Downing, III, William Downing and his wife, Eileen; Martha Downing, Jimmy Downing, Sara Margaret Downing, of Baton Rouge, LA; Linda Downing Eubanks and her husband, Reavis, Asheville, NC; Bob Nelson and his sister, Jackie of Atlanta, GA; Martha Elizabeth Francis, of Dallas, Texas. A memorial service will be held at the Cathedral of St. Philip, 2744 Peachtree Road, Atlanta, GA, 30305, at 11:00am on Friday, December 29, 2006. The family will receive visitors at the Cathedral from 9:00AM until time for the service. In lieu of flowers the family requests that those who wish make memorial gifts to the Cathedral, St. Anne's Terrace (3100 Northside Parkway, Atlanta, GA, 30327) or the Center for the Visually Impaired (739 West Peachtree Street, Atlanta, GA, 30308. The Cremation Society of the SOUTH in Marietta is in charge of the arrangements, 770-420-5557.

MRS. DORENA ROSE (SHEETS) DALTON February 1, 1937- Mulhearn Funeral Home December 24, 2006 West Monroe, LA Funeral Services for Mrs. Dorena Rose (Sheets) Dalton, of West Monroe, LA, will be held at 11:00AM Thursday, December 28, 2006, at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints in West Monroe, LA with Bishop Scott Dickson officiating. Interment to follow at Twin Cities Memorial Gardens in West Monroe, LA under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home in West Monroe, LA. Survivors include her husband, Robert (Bob) Stevens Dalton, Sr.; sons, Robert S. Dalton, Jr. and wife Terri of Nevada, TX and Flint A. Dalton and wife Leslie of Rowlett, TX; daughters, Darla Rushing and husband Donald of Bossier City, LA and Lisa Henry and husband Tommy of West Monroe, LA; grandchildren, Tabatha Sebren and husband Rocky, Jason Rushing and fiance' Bobbie Sue, James Michael Henry, Amy Nicole Dalton, Christopher Adam Henry, Lara Lynn Henry, Robert Adam Dalton, Thomas Austin Dalton, Devon Marie Dalton and Baylee Rose Dalton; great-grandchildren, Ashley Rushing, Sierra Rushing, Cody Rushing, Katelyn Rushing, Kaleb Sebren and Kaylee Rushing. Pallbearers will be Donald Rushing, Jason Rushing, Rocky Sebren, Michael Henry, Steve Cardin and Mark Weeks. Visitation will be from 5:00PM until 7:00PM Wednesday at Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Memorials may be made to the American Heart Association or the charity of your choice. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com

LOUISE HALE GIBSON Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mrs. Louise Hales Gibson, 86, will be at 10:00AM, Thursday, December 28, 2006 at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe, LA., with Don Delukie officiating. Interment will follow at Little Creek Cemetery Mangham, LA under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe, LA. Mrs. Gibson was a member of Jackson Street, Bilbo and Roberts Church of Christ. She lived most of her life in Monroe and West Monroe. Mrs. Gibson was a loving mother. She was preceded in death by her husband of 60 years, Clarence Gibson. Mrs. Gibson is survived by 3 daughters, Linda & Bob Fowler of Arkansas City, AR, Ola Mae & Dick Navarre of Englewood, FL., and Mary Lou & Pete Mirante of DeRidder, LA; 5 grandchildren and 3 great-grandchildren; sisters, Gracie Crawford, Thelma Moon, Rachel Hart, Willie Mae White, Jewell White & Ema Roberts. Visitation will be Wednesday, December 27, 2006 from 5:00PM until 8:00PM at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe, LA. Condolences may be sent to www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com.

PERRY H. POST, JR. Mulhearn Funeral Home Rayville, LA Graveside services for Mr. Perry H. Post, Jr. age 89, of Delhi, will be at 3:00PM December 27, 2006 at Delhi Masonic Cemetery in Delhi, with Rev. Charles Best officiating under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home of Rayville. Mr. Post was a member of Newton Baptist Church. He was preceded in death by his wife, Rosa Nell Roberts Post. He was a retired automobile mechanic and passed away on December 25, 2006. Survivors include: 1 Son: Bobby Post and wife, Carolyn of Delhi, LA; 1 Sister: Joyce Gray of Mount Pleasant, FL; 1 Granddaughter: Shelly Post. Visitation will be from 1:00PM to 2:00PM, Wednesday, December 27th at Mulhearn Funeral Home in Rayville.

LUCIA ANN LEWIS TIRMENSTEIN Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road, Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mrs. Lucia Ann Lewis Tirmenstein, 75, of Monroe, will be at 3:00PM Wednesday, December 27, 2006, in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe, with Rev. Warren Eckhardt officiating. Interment will follow in Riverview Cemetery. Mrs. Tirmenstein was born January 28, 1931 in Monroe and passed away Monday, December 25, 2006. She was a member of First Baptist Church of Monroe, owned Dew Music Company, and recently retired from the 18st Street Main Branch of Ouachita Parish Library where she served many patrons and made many friends. She was one of the original founding parents of River Oaks School, and founded the school's library. She also loved music, playing piano and organ. She lived for the past year in Fayetteville, AR where she had many friends in her retirement community. Mrs. Tirmenstein is survived by her daughter, Libby Smith and husband Bill of Fayetteville, AR; son, Robbie Tirmenstein of Monroe; and two grandchildren, Will and Ashley Smith of Fayetteville, AR. Pallbearers will be John Peters, Gaines Hodge, Mark Mayo, Cobb Morgan, Raymond Callahan, and Robbie Tirmenstein. Honorary pallbearers will be Cole Smelser and Rusty Sullivan. Visitation will be Wednesday from 2:00PM until service time at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Memorials may be made to the Ouachita Parish Library. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com

BRETHA LEE RAMSEY "BUCK" Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Bertha Lee Ramsey of Calhoun, La., 86, went to Heaven Christmas morning 2006. Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m., Thursday, December 28, 2006 at Liberty Baptist Church, Highway 80, Calhoun, LA. Rev. Tony Smith and Rev. Jerry Salisbury will be officiating. Burial will be in the Beulah Cemetery, Calhoun, LA under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe, LA. She is survived by her husband of 53 years, J.C. Ramsey of Calhoun, daughter June Kane and husband L.V., son Bobby Parker and wife Mildred, eight grandchildren, 16 great grandchildren, 9 great -great grandchildren and canine companion, Sam. Pallbearers will be Jamie Parker, Dusty Kane, J.L. Kane, Mark Lenard, Billy Smith and Randy Watson. Honorary pallbearers are John Collins, Thomas Collins, and Mel Lawrence. Visitation will be Wednesday, December 27, 2006 at Liberty Baptist Church Highway 80, Calhoun from 5:00PM until 8:00PM. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com

ORETUS BOWMAN THAMES Mulhearn Funeral Home Rayville, LA Oretus Bowman Thames died on Christmas Eve in the West Monroe Guest House. Her journey home to be with our Lord occurred on what would have been her 73rd Wedding Anniversary. Her husband Wilbur Cornelius Thames preceded her death in 1995 when he died on Christmas morning. Mrs. Thames, who was better known as "Meme," lived most of her life in Mangham, Louisiana, where she faithfully served the New Light Baptist Church and was an active member of The Order of the Eastern Star. "Meme" was loved by all who knew her. She filled her life being a devoted wife and mother, a committed grandmother, an adored aunt, and a faithful follower of Jesus Christ. She paved the way for her family as she taught us to love one another and to love Christ through the way she lived and loved each of us. Oretus Thames was preceded in death by her parents James Willis Bowman and Minnie Leona Bowman, her husband Wilbur C. Thames, and her brother Burford Bowman of Crockett, Texas. Those surviving Mrs. Thames are her children Rosalyn Thames Odom and her husband, E.K. "Bud" Odom of West Monroe, Wilbur C. "Bud" Thames, Jr. and his wife, Nancy Knotts Thames of Arlington, Texas, her grand children, Kimberly Odom Brown and her husband, Jason D. Brown of Livingston, Texas, Wilbur C. "Trey" Thames, III and his wife Kim Thames of Chicago, Illinois, Bryan K. Odom of West Monroe, and Ann Thames Chesnut and her husband, Jason Chesnut of Pensacola, Florida. Meme was dearly loved by all her great-grandchildren: Jason David Brown, Jr., Mitchell Brown, Hudson Brown, Kyle Thames, Cade Thames, Will Chesnut and Hannah Chesnut. Mrs. Thames is also survived by her siblings who she loved dearly: Otis Bowman and his wife Francis of Rayville, William Bowman and his wife Virginia of Mangham, Charles Bowman and his wife Ruby of Delhi and sister, Edna Dodson of Choudrant, sister-in-law Vera Bowman of Crockett, TX. She will be missed by her many nieces and nephews who also loved her dearly. Services for Mrs. Thames will be held on Wednesday, December 27, 2006, at 10:00AM at New Light Baptist Church in Mangham with the Rev. Roger Johnson and Rev. Stan Wyant officiating. Pallbearers for the service will be her grandsons and great-grandsons: Trey Thames, Bryan Odom, Jason Brown, Jason Chesnut, Jason David Brown, Mitchell Brown, Hudson Brown, Kyle Thames, Will Chesnut and Cade Thames. Honorary Pallbearers are her nephews. Mrs. Thames will be laid to rest at Gwin Cemetery in Mangham. In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to the Louisiana Baptist Children's Home in Monroe, LA. Until we meet again, thank you Meme for all that you contributed to our lives and for loving each of us so tenderly.

MR. EDWARD ELBERT "BEAR" WILLIAMSON Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral services for Edward Elbert "Bear" Williamson, 80, of West Monroe, LA will be Thursday, December 28, 2006 at 1:00 PM at Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Dr. Gene Thomas will officiate. Interment will follow at Hasley Cemetery in West Monroe, LA under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Mr. Williamson was born Nov. 7, 1926 in Ouachita Parish to Greely and Elma Williamson. He died December 26, 2006 at Cornerstone Hospital in West Monroe, LA after a brief illness. He was preceded in death by one sister, Ethel Turner, and brothers, Ovie Williamson, Olan Williamson and Leon Williamson. Edward Elbert served our country in the United States Army as a Sargent First Class and platoon leader. He served 2 years in Korea and fought on the frontlines in a foxhole for 7 months where he was wounded and received the Purple Heart medal. He also received 6 other medals including 4 battle stars. When he returned to the states he married Norma Jean Wharton of West Monroe. He worked 42 years at Olinkraft as an operator in the craft area. He was a member of McGuire Methodist Church. In his retirement years he enjoyed his camp in Caldwell Parish. There he enjoyed gardening and raising cattle. Survivors include his wife, Norma Jean Wharton Williamson; Dean Williamson and wife Rita of West Monroe; daughter Gloria Tergliafera and husband Tom, of King, NC; grandson, Christopher Tergliafera of Burbank, CA; granddaughter, Maria Tergliafera of Raleigh, NC; 3 sisters, Dorothy Street, Versie McDannell, Margaret Bonnett and 2 brothers, Eldridge Williamson and Nolan Williamson. Pallbearers will be Tom Tergliafera, Ray Holton, Dennis Holton, Richard Crawford, Buddy Griggs and Mark Webb. Visitation will be Thursday morning 11:00AM until service time at the funeral home. The family wishes to thank the staff and doctors at Cornerstone Hospital for their excellent care and compassion. Memorials may be made to McGuire Methodist Church building fund. Condolences may be sent to www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com

Connie Andrews, 34
MARION — Connie Andrews, a homemaker, died Thursday. Services are 11 a.m. Friday at Marion Baptist Church. Family visitation is 3 to 5 p.m. Thursday at Tennant Funeral Home, Farmerville and public visitation is 5 to 7 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home. Burial is in Marion Cemetery.

Gertrude R. Baxter, 87
HOBE SOUND, Fla. — Gertrude Robinson Baxter, formerly of Winnsboro, a seamstress, died Thursday. Graveside services are 1 p.m. today at Oak Grove Baptist Church Cemetery under the direction of Gill First National Funeral Home, Winnsboro.

Gloria Byrd, 60
LOS ANGELES — Gloria Byrd, a nutritionist formerly of Monroe, died Dec. 17. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at Piney Grove Baptist Church, Monroe. Burial is in J.S. Clark Cemetery, Monroe under the direction of Hester Central State Funeral Home.

Allen Coleman, 66
FARMERVILLE — Allen Coleman, a retired truck driver, died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Farmerville.

Jo Fern Cook, 65
BASTROP — Jo Fern Cook, a homemaker, died Monday. Services are 2 p.m. Thursday at Cox Funeral Home, Bastrop. Visitation is 4 to 6 p.m. today at the funeral home.

Ruby Inez Smith Dark, 90\
PRINCE FREDERICK, Md. — Ruby Inez Smith Dark, formerly of Jonesboro, died Dec. 20. Services are 11 a.m. Thursday at Edmonds Funeral Home, Jonesboro. Visitation is 4 to 9 p.m. today at the funeral home. Burial is in Midway Cemetery, Jonesboro.

Allen Francis, 80
Allen Francis of West Monroe, retired military, died Sunday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Burial is in Roselawn Memorial Gardens, Calhoun.

Patricia D. Haden, 45
ORANGE GROVE, Miss. — Patricia D. Haden, a receptionist formerly of Jonesville, died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Comer Funeral Home, Ferriday.

Edith S. Hager, 57
TALLULAH — Edith S. Hager, a homemaker, died Sunday. Memorial services are 10 a.m. Thursday at Trinity Episcopal Church, Tallulah under the direction of Crothers-Glenwood Funeral Home, Tallulah.

Zelma Holland, 83
QUITMAN — Zelma Holland, a retired cafeteria worker for Jackson Parish, died Sunday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Cypress Creek Church, Tannehill. Burial is in church cemetery under the direction of Edmonds Funeral Home, Jonesboro.

Chester Honeycutt, 48
MARION — Chester Honeycutt, a logger, died Monday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at Marion Baptist Church. Visitation is 5 to 6 p.m. Friday at Tennant Funeral Home, Farmerville. Burial is in Sweet Lily Cemetery.

Wade Hughes Jr., 49
Wade Hughes of Monroe, a painter, died Thursday. Services are 11 a.m. Thursday at Hester Central State Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial is in Pleasant Grove Baptist Church Cemetery, Downsville.

Sandra Gail Jackson, 45
ROCKY BRANCH — Sandra "Sandy" Gail Jackson, a Lowe's manager, died Friday. Services are 3 p.m. today at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Visitation is 1:30 p.m. until service time today at the funeral home. Burial is in Roselawn Memorial Gardens, Monroe.

Eugene C. Koontz, 85
Eugene C. Koontz of Monroe, a retired insurance adjuster and former owner of The Pet Boutique, died Saturday. Services are 10 a.m. today at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Burial is in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery, Monroe.

James McDade, 47
DELHI — James McDade, a barber, died Monday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of McFarland Funeral Home, Delhi.

Effie Paul Moreland, 100
MONTEREY — Effie Paul Moreland, a homemaker, died Sunday. Services are 2 p.m. Thursday at New Era Baptist Church, Monterey. Visitation is 10 a.m. until service time Thursday at the church. Burial is in the church cemetery under the direction of Young's Funeral Home, Ferriday.

Susan Rene' Roy Muey, 46
Susan Rene' Roy Muey of West Monroe, a homemaker, died Thursday. Services are 1 p.m. today at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Visitation is noon until service time today at the funeral home. Burial is in Hasley Cemetery, West Monroe.

Charles Munholland, 66
Charles Munholland of Monroe, formerly of Epps, a farmer, died Saturday. Graveside services are 2 p.m. Thursday at Epps City Cemetery. Family visitation is 10 a.m. to noon today at Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville. Public visitation is noon to 8 p.m. today at the funeral home.

Roy V. Norman Sr., 84
Roy V. Norman Sr. of Monroe, formerly of Rayville, a retired farmer, died Monday. Services are 10 a.m. Friday at First Baptist Church, Rayville. Visitation is 5 to 8 p.m. Thursday at Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Rayville. Burial is in Oak Ridge Cemetery.

Perry H. Post Jr., 89
DELHI — Perry H. Post Jr., a retired automobile mechanic, died Monday. Graveside services are 3 p.m. today at Delhi Masonic Cemetery. Visitation is 1 to 2 p.m. today at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Rayville.

Lucille Richardson, 75
Lucille Richardson of Monroe, a homemaker, died Saturday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Funerals by McFarland, Monroe.

James D. Ricks, 57
James D. Ricks of Monroe, a truck driver, died Friday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at Greater Free Gift Baptist Church, Monroe. Burial is in Richwood Memorial Gardens under the direction of Hester Central State Funeral Home, Monroe.

Ronnie D. Sanford, 52
VIDALIA — Ronnie D. Sanford died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Young's Funeral Home, Ferriday.

Thelma Stevens, 93
BASTROP — Thelma Stevens, a homemaker, died Monday. Services are 2 p.m. Thursday at Golden Funeral Home, Bastrop. Visitation is noon until time of services Thursday at the funeral home. Burial is in Christ Church Cemetery, Bastrop.

Nelsia Tugwell, 86
Nelsia Tugwell of Monroe, a homemaker, died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Smith Funeral Home, Monroe.

Previously acknowledged
Duckworth, James T. "Pete": 11 a.m. today, New Hope Church of God, near Darnell.
Durr, Kimberley: 1 p.m. today, Farrar Funeral Home, Farmerville.
Lain, Josie Theresa Dugue: 11 a.m. Friday, First Baptist Church, New Orleans.
Marsh, Claud: 2 p.m. today, Olive Grove Baptist Church, Choudrant.
Rife, Robert "Bob" Jr.: 11 a.m. today, Sevier Memorial United Methodist Church, Ferriday.
Thames, Oretus B.: 10 a.m. today, New Light Baptist Church, near Mangham.
Thompson, LaVada B.: 2 p.m. today, Forest Baptist Church.
Washington, Hazel M.: noon today, Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Rayville

December 28, 2006 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

RITA ANN THORNHILL LOVELL Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral services for Rita Ann Thornhill Lovell, 62 of Monroe, LA will be at 2:00 PM, Friday, December 29, 2006 at Kilpatrick Funeral Home Chapel, West Monroe with Rev. Milton Pray officiating. Interment will follow at Greer Cemetery, Rayville, LA under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Mrs. Lovell was born August 6, 1944 in Richland Parish, LA and passed away December 26, 2006 in Monroe, LA. Mrs. Lovell is survived by her children; James Covington, Glenda Aday and husband Jerry, Rhonda Ford and husband Troy, and David Covington and wife Gail; mother; Maudine Thomas; brothers; Buddy Thornhill and wife Vera, Gary Thornhill and wife Debra and Mark Duck and wife Kim; 13 grandchildren and 9 great grandchildren; several nieces and nephews. Pallbearers will be Aubrey Carpenter, T.D. Ford, Lee Thornhill, Matt Thornhill, Jeremy Thornhill, and Jerry Aday Jr. Visitation will be Thursday from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM at Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Condolences may be sent to www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com

ROY V. NORMAN, SR. Brown-Holley Funeral Home Rayville, LA Services for Roy V. Norman, Sr., 84, farmer, of Rayville, LA will be held on Friday, December 29, 2006, at 10:00AM at First Baptist Church, Rayville, LA with Dr. Ernest Winburn officiating. Interment will be at Oak Ridge Baptist Cemetery under direction of Brown-Holley Funeral Home. Mr. Norman passed away on Monday, December 25, 2006 following a lengthy stay at Northeast Louisiana War Veterans Home. He was born in the Norman home north of Rayville on August 25, 1922. He graduated from Oak Ridge High School, attended Northeast Junior College and Louisiana State University. His education was interrupted by World War II during which time he was attached to the 18th Veterinary Evacuation Hospital and deployed to India. At the conclusion of the war, Mr. Norman returned to Rayville to help manage the family farm. Mr. Norman was preceded in death by his parents, Paul and Blanche Lewis Norman, his siblings, Margaret Files, William Norman, and Jack Norman. He is survived by his wife Lilwin of Rayville, his son Vernon Norman and wife Gale of Pocatello, ID, his daughter Margaret Cook of Linville, stepson Keith Rockett and wife Gloria of Eunice, and stepdaughter Wanda Rockett of Rayville. Grandchildren are Jody Cook, Jonathan, Damian, and Hannah Rockett, Maureen McDonald, and Rick Morrell. In addition, survivors include six great-grandchildren and one great-great grandchild. Surviving siblings are Rosa B. Bieber of Branch, LA and Ruth Diehl of Westlake, CA. Serving as pallbearers will be David Bieber, Jody Cook, Joey Norman, Will Norman, Damian Rockett, Jonathan Rockett, and Dwayne Zaunbrecker. Honorary pallbearers will be Norman Potts, Jr. and Charles Willoughby. Visitation will be held at Brown-Holley Funeral Home, 603 Francis Street, Rayville, LA on Thursday, December 28, 2006 from 5:00PM until 8:00PM. The family has requested that memorials be made to the First Baptist Church of Rayville where Mr. Norman was a member. To leave a message of condolence for the family, go to www.brownholleyfuneralhomes.com

ELLEN M. RANDALL Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road, Monroe, LA. Memorial Mass for Mrs. Ellen M. Randall, 99, of Monroe, will be 10 AM, Saturday, December 30, 2006, at St. Matthew Catholic Church, with Rev. Joseph Puthuppally and Rev. Job Edathinatt officiating. Mrs. Randall was born March 20, 1907, in Tabor Polk, MN and died December 27, 2006, in Monroe, LA. She and her husband opened The Piccadilly Cafeteria in Monroe in 1959. She was preceded in death by her husband, Warren Randall; sisters, Mary Zeidlek and Ann Zeidlek; and parents, Marie and Vuclus Zeidlek.

J. Eugene Bowen, 62
FARMERVILLE — J. Eugene Bowen, a retired press operator, died Tuesday. Services are 10 a.m. today at Rocky Branch Assembly of God Church. Graveside services are 3 p.m. today at Earnest Cemetery in Hampton, Ark. Arrangements are under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Richard D. Bryie Sr., 82
JONESBORO — Richard D. Bryie Sr., a retired civil engineer for Dupont, died Saturday. Services are 2 p.m. Friday at Edmonds Funeral Home, Jonesboro. Visitation is noon until time of service Friday at the funeral home. Burial is in Springhill Cemetery, Jonesboro.

Martha Lee Campbell, 64
LAKE PROVIDENCE — Martha Lee Campbell, a homemaker, died Dec. 23. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Lake Providence Senior High School. Visitation is 1-5 p.m. Friday at Brannum Funeral Home, Lake Providence. Burial is in Lone Star Cemetery.

Allen Coleman, 66
FARMERVILLE — Allen Coleman, a retired truck driver, died Tuesday. Services are 11 a.m. Sunday at Pleasant Hill Baptist Church, Spearsville. Visitation is 6-7 p.m. Saturday at Tennant Funeral Home, Farmerville. Burial is in the church cemetery.

Cosby Alonzo Coleman, 67
RUSTON — Cosby Alonzo Coleman, a CPA, died Tuesday. Services are 11 a.m. Friday at St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church, Ruston. Visitation is 6-9 p.m. today at Southern Funeral Home, Jonesboro. Burial is in Old Saline Cemetery.

Dorena Rose Dalton, 69
Dorena Rose "Sheets" Dalton of West Monroe, a pharmacy technician, died Sunday. Services are 11 a.m. today at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, West Monroe. Burial is in Twin Cities Memorial Gardens, West Monroe, under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Fannie B. Douglas, 82
WISNER — Fannie Brewster Douglas, a retired teacher, died Sunday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at St. Paul No. 1 Baptist Church, Wisner. Visitation is 6-7 p.m. Friday at the church. Burial is in Oakley Cemetery, Gilbert, under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville.

Louise Hale Gibson, 86
Louise Hale Gibson of West Monroe, a homemaker, died Monday. Services are 10 a.m. today at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Burial is in Little Creek Cemetery near Archibald.

Carl W. Grant, 78
Carl W. Grant of West Monroe, a custodian, died Wednesday. Services are 11 a.m. Friday at Bethel Church of God in Christ, Monroe. Visitation is 1-6 p.m. today at Miller Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial is in Richwood Memorial Gardens, Monroe.

Patricia 'Patti' Haden, 45
GULFPORT, Miss. — Patricia "Patti" Posey Haden, formerly of Jonesville, a receptionist, died Monday. Services are 1 p.m. Friday at Sandy Lake Pentecostal Church near Jonesville. Visitation is 4 p.m. today and until time of service Friday at the church. Burial is in Heard Cemetery, Manifest, under the direction of Comer Funeral Home, Ferriday.

Alyssa Hamilton, Infant
Alyssa Hamilton, infant daughter of Alican Hamilton of Monroe, died Wednesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Funerals by McFarland, Monroe.

Cecil Wayne Hemphill, 57
Cecil Wayne Hemphill of Monroe, a manager for Water Works, died Saturday. Graveside services are 2 p.m. Friday at Riverview Cemetery, Monroe. Visitation is 10 a.m.-noon Friday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Ernest Mercer, 76
WINNSBORO — Ernest Mercer, a car technician, died Tuesday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at True Gospel Baptist Church, Winnsboro. Visitation is noon-8 p.m. Friday at Richardson Funeral Home, Winnsboro. Burial is in Morning Star Cemetery, Fort Necessity.

David Montgomery, 61
MARION — David Montgomery, a laborer, died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Farmerville.

Angela Neal-Jones, 28
COLUMBIA — Angela Neal-Jones, a homemaker, died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Funerals by McFarland, Monroe.

Robert 'Bob' Profitt Jr., 69
Robert Charles 'Bob' Profitt Jr. of Monroe, a Louisiana Department of Transportation employee, died Sunday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Visitation is 11 a.m.-2 p.m. today at the funeral home. Burial is in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery, Monroe.

Bertha 'Buck' Ramsey, 86
Bertha "Buck" Lee Ramsey of Calhoun, a retired inspector for a bag plant, died Monday. Services are 10:30 a.m. today at Liberty Baptist Church, Calhoun. Burial is in Beulah Cemetery, Calhoun under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Wiley Ramsey, 69
FARMERVILLE — Wiley Ramsey, a construction worker, died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Farmerville.

James D. Ricks, 57
James D. Ricks of Monroe, a truck driver, died Friday. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at Greater Free Gift Baptist Church, Monroe. Burial is in Richwood Memorial Gardens under the direction of Hester Central State Funeral Home, Monroe.

Ronnie D. Sanford, 52
VIDALIA — Ronnie D. Sanford, an auto mechanic, died Tuesday. Services are 2 p.m. Friday at Westside Baptist Church, Vidalia. Visitation is 5-7 p.m. today at the church. Burial is in Carlton Family Cemetery, Jonesville, under the direction of Young's Funeral Home, Ferriday.

Helen Louise Simmons, 80
RUSTON — Helen Louise Thompson Simmons, formerly of Weldon, a teacher's aide, died Tuesday. Services are 11 a.m. Friday at Weldon Baptist Church, Weldon. Visitation is 5-7 p.m. today at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Ruston. Burial is in Weldon Cemetery.

Mary Travis, 83
RAYVILLE — Mary Travis, a homemaker, died Dec. 21. Services are 1 p.m. Friday at Pleasant Grove Baptist Church, Rayville. Visitation is 2-6 p.m. today at Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville. Burial is in Royal Blue Cemetery, Rayville.

Luebenia Vanburen, 85
Luebenia Vanburen of Monroe, a homemaker, died Friday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at Zion Spring Baptist Church, Monroe. Burial is in Monroe City Cemetery, Powell Street Extension, Monroe, under the direction of Hester Central State Funeral Home, Monroe.

Rosemary Washington, 46
BASTROP — Rosemary Washington, a homemaker, died Monday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Bastrop.

James L. Watson, 52
WINNSBORO — James L. Watson, a janitor, died Friday. Services are 1 p.m. Friday at Richardson Funeral Home, Winnsboro. Burial is in Lincoln Cemetery, Columbia, S.C.

Donald E. White, 54
BATON ROUGE — Donald E. White, formerly of Winnsboro, died Friday. Services are 10 a.m. Saturday at Winnsboro Second Baptist Church. Visitation is noon-8 p.m. Friday at Richardson Funeral Home, Winnsboro. Burial is in Morning Star-Pleasant Star Cemetery, Fort Necessity.

L. Whitlock Jr., 82
LAKE PROVIDENCE — L. Whitlock Jr., a farmer and retired school bus driver, died Tuesday. Services are 2:30 p.m. Saturday at Lake Providence Senior High School. Visitation is 7-9 p.m. Friday at Brannum Funeral Home, Lake Providence. Burial is in Morning Star Cemetery.

Ella Louise Williams, 50
BASTROP — Ella Louise Williams, a homemaker, died Monday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Bastrop.

Edward Williamson, 80
Edward Elbert "Bear" Williamson of West Monroe, a retired paper mill employee, died Tuesday. Services are 1 p.m. today at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Visitation is 11 a.m. until service time today at the funeral home. Burial is in Hasley Cemetery, West Monroe.

Previously acknowledged
Andrews, Connie: 11 a.m. Friday, Marion Baptist Church, Marion.
Byrd, Gloria: 2 p.m. Saturday, Piney Grove Baptist Church, Monroe.
Cook, Jo Fern: 2 p.m. today, Cox Funeral Home, Bastrop.
Dark, Ruby Inez Smith: 11 a.m. today, Edmonds Funeral Home, Jonesboro.
Hager, Edith S.: 10 a.m. today, Trinity Episcopal Church, Tallulah.
Honeycutt, Chester: 1 p.m. Saturday, Marion Baptist Church, Marion.
Hughes, Wade Jr.: 11 a.m. today, Hester Central State Funeral Home, Monroe.
Lain, Josie Theresa Dugue: 11 a.m. Friday, First Baptist Church, New Orleans.
Marsh, Claud: 2 p.m. today, Olive Grove Baptist Church, Choudrant.
Moreland, Effie Paul: 2 p.m. today, New Era Baptist Church, Monterey.
Munholland, Charles: 2 p.m. today, Epps City Cemetery, Epps.
Norman, Roy V.: 10 a.m. Friday, First Baptist Church, Rayville.
Stevens, Thelma: 2 p.m. today, Golden Funeral Home, Bastrop

December 29, 2006 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

MARJORIE EVELYN BRASHEARS MYERS Marjorie Evelyn Brashears Myers, of Houston, Texas, and former resident of Monroe and West Monroe, born January 11, 1926, in Paragould, Arkansas, went to be with the Lord on October 12, 2006, in Houston, Texas. She is preceded in death by her husband, John Leslie Myers, Jr.; her parents, Charlie and Vance Brashears; brothers Adrian Brashears and Donald Brashears; sister Pauline Burnett; grandson Paul Michael Myers, Jr.; nephews Larry Brashears, Jimmy Wheeler; and niece Janice Thompson. Marjorie is survived by her daughter, Kathryn Nettles, and beloved son-in-law, John Nettles of Houston, Texas; sons John L. Myers III and wife Donna of Pasadena, Texas, Michael Myers and wife Lynn of Mule Creek, New Mexico; grandchildren Jay Nettles, Leslie Nettles Robertson and husband Aaron, John L. Myers, IV, and wife Stacy, Aliesha Myers, Mikey Clark Myers, Benjamin Myers, Steven Myers, Wyley Myers, Katie Myers; great-grandchildren John L. Myers V, Jacob Myers, and James Myers. Marjorie is also survived by her sister-in-law, Jeannie Myers Lindsey, by numerous loving nieces and nephews, other loving relatives and a host of friends. Marjorie was a medical assistant in Monroe for many years. She was a 1944 graduate of Beebe High School, Beebe, Arkansas, where she met her husband. Visitation will be at 1:00 P.M. on Saturday, December 30, 2006, at the Mausoleum Chapel at Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery in Monroe. Graveside services will be at 2:00 P.M. on Saturday, December 30, 2006, at Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery

FREDRICK LEE STRICKLIN, JR. Claire Brothers Funeral Home Houston, TX. Fredrick Lee Stricklin, Jr., formerly of West Monroe, LA., died on December 25, 2006. He was born April 30, 1925, in Ruston, LA. and completed Ouachita Parish High School in 1943. He served in the U.S. Navy as an officer and airplane pilot during World War II. Upon the war ending, he served on several military posts along the U.S. Gulf Coast Region. Fred completed university studies at Louisiana State University in Geology, obtaining a B.S. ('48), a M.S. ('50), and a PhD ('53). He obtained a 4.0 GPA resulting in his admission into Sigma Xi and Delta Kappa Pi. Dr. Stricklin was an instructor at Baylor University in 1951 and '52. He then joined Shell Exploration and Production Research Company in Houston. While with Shell he worked in the Head Office and later inside the Houston Division as a Staff Geologist and Division Geologist until 1972. After that, Dr. Stricklin worked briefly with Banner Petroleum as a Partner, and Kirby Exploration Gulf Coast Exploration as a Manager. Finally, Dr. Stricklin independently created "Wilcox Exploration Enterprises" where he thoroughly correlated the subsurface Wilcox Section in the greater Texas Gulf Coastal Areas. He also lectured to scientific societies and authored numerous scientific and technical papers on South and East Texas. Dr. Stricklin's business operations were conducted from his company office in The Woodlands, Texas until 2005, whereupon he retired. He was preceded in death by his parents, Fredrick Lee Stricklin, Sr. and Sally Martin Stricklin of West Monroe, LA., and his three children (Melissa R., Fredrick Lee III, and Cassandra L. Stricklin), and brother Robert S. Stricklin, Sr. of Shreveport, LA. He is survived by his only remaining brother, James E. Stricklin, James' wife, Linda Whitehead Stricklin, both of West Monroe, LA, Robert's widow Patricia Shaughnessy Stricklin of Shreveport, LA. and an aunt, Margaret Stricklin of Paragould, AK. He is also survived by many nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Services will be held Trinity Episcopal Church, 3901 South Panther Creek, The Woodlands, TX, at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, December 30, 2006.

WILLIAM C. "BILL" WILHITE, JR. William C. "Bill" Wilhite, Jr., 84, of Farmerville, LA. died December 27, 2006 at his home after a courageous battle against cancer. Born December 16, 1922 in West Monroe, he was the son of William C. Wilhite, Sr. and Lillie Feazel Wilhite. Bill served honorably during World War II as a sea-going Marine on the battleship Washington in the southern Pacific. He served his time in the southern Pacific earning 9 battle stars. He was the first director of the Louisiana Technical College in Farmerville. He later went into business for himself as owner and operator of Bonded Warehouses of Monroe, Inc. He also opened Wilhite Moving & Storage, Inc. in Bossier City, LA. Preceding him in death were his parents; a son, William "Billy" Wilhite, Johnetta Sission Wilhite Bell, his first wife and mother of his children, a sister, two brothers and his wife, Alice Breard Wilhite. Survivors include his wife, Marilyn Ramsey Wilhite, sons, Fred Wilhite and wife, Debbie; and John Wilhite, daughter-in-law, Karen Wilhite; grand children, Jason Wilhite and wife Lori, Josh Wilhite, Billy Wilhite and wife Michelle, and Katie Wilhite Brewer and husband Jimmy, and great granddaughter, Lillie. Also, surviving are his step-children: Hoppy Hallman, Ora Fife, Mary & Jimmy Lieux, Ramsey & Veronica Hallman and step-grandchildren: Will Fife and John and Matthew Hallman. Bill requested that his body be donated to LSU Medical Center in Shreveport and that there be no memorial service. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests a memorial gift to a favorite charity in Bill's memory

Lieselotte 'Lee' Barr, 79
VIDALIA — Lieselotte "Lee" Barr died Thursday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Young's Funeral Home, Vidalia. Visitation is 6 to 8 p.m. today at the funeral home. Burial is in Greenlawn Memorial Park.

Ariyanna Carter, infant
VICKSBURG — Ariyanna Carter, the infant daughter of Ashley Carter and Michael Holt of Vicksburg, died Saturday. Services are 11 a.m. today at Beckwith Golden Gate Funeral home, Tallulah. Burial is in Oakwood Cemetery, Tallulah.

Edna DeFreese, 93
RUSTON — Edna Nelson Ledbetter Compton DeFreese, a homemaker, died Wednesday. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at Grace United Methodist Church, Ruston. Visitation is 5 to 7 p.m. today at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Ruston. Burial is in Simsboro City Cemetery.

Jeannie Mae Diel, 91
Jeannie Mae Diel of West Monroe, a homemaker, died Thursday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Eddie Sue Folk, 78
TALLULAH — Eddie Sue Folk died Wednesday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Trinity Episcopal Church, Tallulah. Visitation is 5 to 7 p.m. today at Crothers-Glenwood Funeral Home. Burial is in Silver Cross Cemetery, Tallulah.

Alyssa Hamilton, infant
Alyssa Hamilton, the infant daughter of Alican Hamilton of Monroe, died Wednesday. Graveside service is at 9 a.m. Tuesday at Powell Street Cemetery, Monroe, under the direction of Funerals by McFarland, Monroe.

Margaret Hawkins, 63
Margaret Hawkins of Monroe, a homemaker, died Dec. 23. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at St. Paul Baptist Church, Monroe. Visitation is 4:30 to 5:45 p.m. today and 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. Saturday at the church. A memorial concert will is from 6-8 p.m. today at the church. Burial is in Richwood Memorial Gardens, Monroe under the direction of Smith Funeral Home, Monroe.

Billy Ray Latham Sr., 69
Billy Ray Latham Sr. of Monroe, a paint contractor, died Thursday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe.

James Lewis, 96
CALIFORNIA — James Lewis formerly of Monroe, died Dec. 19. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Jerusalem Baptist Church, Calhoun. Visitation is 1 to 6 p.m. Friday at Smith Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial is in the church cemetery.

Rita A. Thornhill Lovell, 62
Rita Ann Thornhill Lovell of Monroe, a homemaker, died Tuesday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Burial is in Greer Cemetery, Rayville.

James McDade, 47
DELHI — James McDade, a barber, died Monday. Services are 1 p.m. Sunday at Greater One Church, Delhi. Visitation is 3 to 7 p.m. Saturday at McFarland Funeral Home, Delhi. Burial is in True Vine\Cloud Creek Cemetery, Delhi.

William McDowell, 50
KILBOURNE — William Dwayne "Bobo" McDowell, a mechanic, died Thursday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Macedonia Baptist Church, Kilbourne. Visitation is 8 to 11:30 a.m. today at Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Oak Grove. Burial is in Kilbourne Cemetery.

Leonard Mott, 11 months
Leonard Mott of Monroe, the son of Geneva Mott and Leonard Ross, died Wednesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Funerals by McFarland, Monroe.

Angela Neal-Jones, 28
COLUMBIA — Angela Neal-Jones, a homemaker, died Dec. 26. Services are 11 a.m. Tuesday at Brownsville Baptist Church, Columbia. Visitation is 6 to 7 p.m. Saturday at Funerals by McFarland, Monroe. Burial is in St. Paul Cemetery, Columbia.

Lucille Richardson, 75
Lucille Richardson of Monroe, a homemaker, died Sunday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Greater Free Gift Baptist Church, Monroe. Visitation is 1 to 6 p.m. today at Funerals by McFarland, Monroe. Burial is in Richwood Memorial Gardens, Monroe.

John Louis Thompson, 60
TALLULAH — John Louis Thompson died Dec. 21. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at Mount Olive Missionary Baptist Church, Tallulah. Visitation is 1 to 5 p.m. today at Beckwith Golden Gate Funeral Home, Tallulah. Burial is in Glenmary Cemetery, Thomastown.

Nelsia Tugwell, 86
Nelsia Tugwell of Monroe, a homemaker, died Tuesday. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at Mount Gilead Baptist Church, West Monroe. Visitation is 1 to 6 p.m. today at Smith Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial is in Richwood Memorial Gardens, Monroe.

Richard Walker, 83
Richard "Arnold" Walker of Monroe, a retired equipment operator with Texas Gas, died Thursday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Lamy Lane, Monroe.

Rosemary Washington, 46
BASTROP — Rosemary Washington, a homemaker, died Monday. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at New Light Baptist Church, Bastrop. Visitation is 4 to 5 p.m. today at Tennant Funeral Home, Bastrop. Burial is in H.V. Adams Cemetery, Bastrop.

Verdya Wiley, 91
JONESVILLE — Verdya Wiley died Thursday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Young's Funeral Home, Jonesville.

Ella Louise Williams, 50
BASTROP — Ella Louise Williams, a homemaker, died Monday. Services are noon Saturday at Church of Latter Day Saints, Bastrop. Visitation is 6 to 7 p.m. today at Tennant Funeral Home, Bastrop. Burial is in Little D Cemetery, Mer Rouge.

Ella M. Young, 88
Ella M. Young of Monroe, a homemaker, died Tuesday. Services are 11:30 a.m. Saturday at Richardson Funeral Home, Monroe. Visitation is 1 to 6 p.m. today at the funeral home. Burial is in Richwood Memorial Gardens, Monroe.

Previously acknowledged
Andrews, Connie: 11 a.m. today, Marion Baptist Church, Marion.
Bryie, Richard D. Sr.: 2 p.m. today, Edmonds Funeral Home, Jonesboro.
Byrd, Gloria: 2 p.m. Saturday, Piney Grove Baptist Church, Monroe.
Campbell, Martha Lee: 11 a.m. Saturday, Lake Providence Senior High Auditorium, Lake Providence.
Coleman, Allen: 11 a.m. Sunday, Pleasant Hill Baptist Church, Spearsville.
Coleman, Cosby Alonzo: 11 a.m. today, St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church, Ruston.
Douglas, Fannie B.: 11 a.m. Saturday, St. Paul No. 1 Baptist Church, Wisner.
Grant, Carl W.: 11 a.m. today, Bethel Church of God in Christ, Monroe.
Haden, Patricia D.: 1 p.m. today, Sandy Lake Pentecostal Church near Jonesville.
Hemphill, Cecil Wayne: 2 p.m. today, Riverview Cemetery, Monroe.
Honeycutt, Chester: 1 p.m. Saturday, Marion Baptist Church, Marion.
Lain, Josie Theresa Dugue: 11 a.m. today, First Baptist Church, New Orleans.
Mercer, Ernest: 11 a.m. Saturday, True Gospel Baptist Church, Winnsboro.
Norman, Roy V.: 10 a.m. today, First Baptist Church, Rayville.
Ricks, James D.: 2 p.m. Saturday, Greater Free Gift Baptist Church, Monroe.
Sanford, Ronnie D.: 2 p.m. today, Westside Baptist Church, Vidalia.
Simmons, Helen Louise: 11 a.m. today, Weldon Baptist Church, Weldon.
Travis, Mary: 1 p.m. today, Pleasant Grove Baptist Church, Rayville.
Vanburen, Luebenia: 1 p.m. Saturday, Zion Spring Baptist Church, Monroe.
Watson, James L.: 1 p.m. today, Richardson Funeral Home, Winnsboro.
White, Donald E.: 10 a.m. Saturday, Winnsboro Second Baptist Church, Winnsboro.
Whitlock, L. Jr.: 2:30 p.m. Saturday, Lake Providence Senior High Auditorium, Lake Providence

December 30, 2006 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

JEANNIE MAE DIEL Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mrs. Jeannie Mae Diel, 91, of Calhoun, LA will be 2:00PM Sunday, December 31, 2006 at Kilpatrick Funeral Home Chapel in West Monroe, LA. Officiating will be Ray Paseur. Interment will follow at Roselawn Memorial Gardens in Calhoun, LA under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home in West Monroe, LA. ADVERTISEMENT Mrs. Diel was born July 15, 1915 in Leesville, LA and passed away December 28, 2006 in West Monroe, LA. She was a retired custodian of Drew Elementary school. She loved gardening, fishing, and being outdoors. She was preceded in death by her husband: William"Buster" Diel, granddaughter: Lisa Ann Bedgood and grandson: Allen Brown. Mrs. Diel is survived by daughters, Bonnie Frith and husband John of West Monroe, LA, Irene Steed and husband Robert of West Monroe, LA, Helen Brown and husband Carl of Columbia, LA, and Ann Haye and husband Tommy of West Monroe, LA; sons, Jerry T. Diel of Calhoun, LA and James G. Diel and wife Nannette of Calhoun, LA; sister: Helen Foster and husband, Bobby. 10 grandchildren, 27 great grandchildren and 4 great great grandchildren. Pallbearers will be Herbert Bedgood, Freddie Brown, Pat Brown, Chris Diel, Scott Diel, Mark Steed, Eric Steed, and Brandon Whitaker. Visitation will be 5:00PM to 8:00PM Saturday, December 30, 2006 at Kilpatrick Funeral Home in West Monroe, LA. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes .com

BILLY RAY LATHAM, SR. Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road, Monroe, LA. Services for Mr. Billy Ray Latham, Sr., 69, of Monroe, LA. will be 3 PM, Sunday, December 31, 2006, in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe, with Rev. Gerald Brinkley and Keith Mitchell officiating. Interment will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery. ADVERTISEMENT Mr. Latham was born October 24, 1937, and raised in Forrest, MS, and died December 28, 2006, in Monroe, LA. He moved to Monroe after meeting his lovely wife, Peggy Ann Meredith Latham, formerly of Winnsboro, LA. At 69 years old, he was a prosperous self-made business man who owned and operated Latham Paint Contractors for more than 40 years. He was a real man's man who loved to fish, hunt and farm the land. He was also an active member of the Moose Lodge for many years. Hardworking, generous, and high-spirited is how people knew, loved and will always remember him. A devoted family man since his marriage to Peggy 50 years ago, he was caregiver and loving father of two: Billy Latham, Jr. (deceased in January, 2006) and daughter, Debbie Ramsey of West Monroe. Billy is survived by his wife, Peggy Latham; daughter and son-in-law, Debbie and John David Ramsey; mother, Lucille Latham; brothers, Sammy Latham, Bud Latham, Michael Latham, and Floyd Latham; sisters, Joan Hebert, Dorothy Tucker, and Janie Lott; grandsons, John Scott Ramsey and wife Michelle, Dusty Ramsey, and Dillon Latham; granddaughter, Melissa Freazel; and great-granddaughter, Cheyanne. He will be sadly missed by several score other of family and friends. Rest in peace. We will see you soon. Pallbearers will be Robert Stone, Dick Ethridge, Paul Mills, John Mills, John Dobering, and Wayne Moore. Honorary pallbearers will be Jack Jackson, Buddy Frost, Gary Braddock, Randy Russell, Charles Woodall, Bing Bishop, Tal Oliver, Billy Moore, and Billy Brinson. Visitation will be from 5 PM until 7 PM, Saturday, December 30, 2006, at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Memorials may be made to Alzheimer's Association, 4503 Bon Aire Drive, Monroe, LA 71209 Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome .com

MARJORIE EVELYN BRASHEARS MYERS Marjorie Evelyn Brashears Myers, of Houston, Texas, and former resident of Monroe and West Monroe, born January 11, 1926, in Paragould, Arkansas, went to be with the Lord on October 12, 2006, in Houston, Texas. She is preceded in death by her husband, John Leslie Myers, Jr.; her parents, Charlie and Vance Brashears; brothers Adrian Brashears and Donald Brashears; sister Pauline Burnett; grandson Paul Michael Myers, Jr.; nephews Larry Brashears, Jimmy Wheeler; and niece Janice Thompson. Marjorie is survived by her daughter, Kathryn Nettles, and beloved son-in-law, John Nettles of Houston, Texas; sons John L. Myers III and wife Donna of Pasadena, Texas, Michael Myers and wife Lynn of Mule Creek, New Mexico; grandchildren Jay Nettles, Leslie Nettles Robertson and husband Aaron, John L. Myers, IV, and wife Stacy, Aliesha Myers, Mikey Clark Myers, Benjamin Myers, Steven Myers, Wyley Myers, Katie Myers; great-grandchildren John L. Myers V, Jacob Myers, and James Myers. Marjorie is also survived by her sister-in-law, Jeannie Myers Lindsey, by numerous loving nieces and nephews, other loving relatives and a host of friends. ADVERTISEMENT Marjorie was a medical assistant in Monroe for many years. She was a 1944 graduate of Beebe High School, Beebe, Arkansas, where she met her husband. Visitation will be at 1:00 P.M. on Saturday, December 30, 2006, at the Mausoleum Chapel at Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery in Monroe. Graveside services will be at 2:00 P.M. on Saturday, December 30, 2006, at Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery

MRS. MARY MARGARET PARKER Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mrs. Mary Margaret Parker, 90, of North Augusta, SC, and a former resident of West Monroe, will be at 2:00PM on Sunday, December 31, 2006, in the Mausoleum Chapel in Monroe Memorial Park. Interment will follow in Monroe Memorial Park under the direction of the Kilpatrick Funeral Home of West Monroe. ADVERTISEMENT Mrs. Parker was born August 5, 1916, in Oklahoma, and passed away on Friday, December 29, 2006, in Augusta, GA. A homemaker and devoted and loving mother, Mrs. Parker was preceded in death by her husband, Percy Wallace Parker in 1959, and by six brothers and sisters. Survivors include 4 daughters, Linda Baker and Sally Russell of Georgia, and Carolyn Posey and Mary Hart of Texas; 6 grandchildren; 6 great grandchildren; a number of nieces and nephews. The family will receive friends on Sunday, December 31, 2006, from 11:00 AM until 1:00PM at the Kilpatrick Funeral Home of West Monroe. Online condolence messages may be sent to www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes .com.

MR. RICHARD "ARNOLD" WALKER Kilpatrick Funeral Home Monroe, LA Graveside services for Mr. Richard "Arnold" Walker will be 2:00PM, Sunday, December 31, 2006 at Mount Carmel Cemetery in Eudora, AR under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home of Monroe. Officiating will be Chaplain Danny Thomas and Mike Tryon. ADVERTISEMENT Richard Arnold Walker was born October 4, 1923 in Pioneer, LA to the union of Ed Walker and Lottie Arnold Walker, and died after a long and courageous battle with Lewy Body Disease on December 28, 2006. The youngest of four, he was preceded in death by his father, his beloved mother, Lottie "Woo-Woo" Walker, two sisters, Lucille Walker Tillotson and Rea Walker Posey and his brother, Thomas Walker. Arnold is survived by the love of his life and wife of 57 years, Inita Cook Walker; son, Johnny Walker and wife Barbara; daughter, Nita Gay and husband Greg Hewson; grandsons, Zachary Walker and Jacob Hewson, and nieces and nephews. Arnold was a loving husband, father, grandfather and uncle. He was a blessing to his family and a good friend to many who will be greatly missed. Mr. Walker served in the 3rd Marine Division, 9th regiment during World War II. His tour of duty included New Zealand, Guadalcanal, Guam, and Iwo Jima. He spent 30 days fighting on Iwo Jima. He was a proud Marine and loved his country. He retired from Texas Gas Transmission after 35 years of service. The Walker family thanks the War Veterans Home Hall 1A, St. Francis North 5th floor, Dr. Charles Morgan and Dr. Kutniker. Visitation will be 4:00PM until 6:00PM, Saturday, December 30, 2006 at Kilpatrick Funeral Home of Monroe. Honorary pallbearers will be his Marine Comrades and Texas Gas Buddies. Online condolence messages may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes .com

Joe H. Barlow, 75
GILBERT — Joe H. Barlow, a retired oilfield consultant, died Friday. The funeral is at 2 p.m. Sunday at Kendrick Ferry Pentecostal Church near Wisner. Visitation is 5-9 p.m. today at the church. Burial is in South Central Cemetery.

Charles O. Carter, 74
Charles O. Carter of Monroe, an accountant, died Friday. Graveside services are 11 a.m. Tuesday at Riverside Cemetery, Monroe. Visitation is incomplete under the direction of Owens Memorial Chapel Funeral Home, Ruston.

Gabrielle Davis, 10 months
Gabrielle LaMiracle Davis, the daughter of Gwendolyn Davis of Monroe, died Friday. Funeral arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Funerals by McFarland, Monroe.

Mattie B.C. Flemming, 63
ST. LOUIS, Mo. — Mattie B. Chambers Flemming, formerly of Winnsboro, died Tuesday. The funeral is at 11:30 a.m. Sunday at Cuba Baptist Church, Winnsboro. Visitation is from 10 a.m. until the time of service at the church. Burial is in State Cemetery, Winnsboro, under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Monroe.

Mae Theresa McInnis, 83
QUITMAN — Mae Theresa McInnis died Thursday. Graveside services begin at 11 a.m. Monday at Mount Olive East Cemetery in Bienville. Visitation is from 9 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. Monday at Edmonds Funeral Home in Jonesboro.

James Pennington, 61
EPPS — James Pennington, an employee with Tifton Aluminum, died Friday. Funeral arrangements are pending under the direction of Cox Funeral Home of Delhi.

Pamela Odom Rushing, 55
Pamela Odom Rushing of Monroe, a retired registered nurse, died Friday. Services are 3 p.m. Sunday at Northminster Church, Monroe. Visitation is 5-7 p.m. today at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe.

Previously acknowledged
Barr, Lieselotte "Lee": 11 a.m. today, Young's Funeral home, Vidalia.
Byrd, Gloria: 2 p.m. today, Piney Grove Baptist Church, Monroe.
Campbell, Martha Lee: 11 a.m. today, Lake Providence Senior High Auditorium, Lake Providence.
Coleman, Allen: 11 a.m. Sunday, Pleasant Hill Baptist Church, Spearsville.
DeFreese, Edna: 2 p.m. today, Grace United Methodist Church, Ruston.
Douglas, Fannie B.: 11 a.m. today, St. Paul No. 1 Baptist Church, Wisner.
Folk, Eddie Sue: 11 a.m. today, Trinity Episcopal Church, Tallulah.
Hamilton, Alyssa: 9 a.m. Tuesday, Powell Street Cemetery, Monroe.
Hawkins, Margaret: 11 a.m. today, St. Paul Baptist Church, Monroe.
Honeycutt, Chester: 1 p.m. today, Marion Baptist Church, Marion.
Lewis, James: 11 a.m. today, Jerusalem Baptist Church, Calhoun.
McDade, James: 1 p.m. Sunday, Greater One Church, Delhi.
Mercer, Ernest: 11 a.m. today, True Gospel Baptist Church, Winnsboro.
Neal-Jones, Angela: 11 a.m. Tuesday, Brownsville Baptist Church, Columbia.
Richardson, Lucille: 11 a.m. today, Greater Free Gift Baptist Church, Monroe.
Ricks, James D.: 2 p.m. today, Greater Free Gift Baptist Church, Monroe.
Sanford, Ronnie D.: 2 p.m. today, Westside Baptist Church, Vidalia.
Simmons, Helen Louise: 11 a.m. today, Weldon Baptist Church, Weldon.
Thompson, John Louis: 1 p.m. today, Mount Olive Missionary Baptist Church, Tallulah.
Travis, Mary: 1 p.m. today, Pleasant Grove Baptist Church, Rayville.
Tugwell, Nelsia: 2 p.m. today, Mount Gilead Baptist Church, West Monroe.
Vanburen, Luebenia: 1 p.m. today, Zion Spring Baptist Church, Monroe.
Washington, Rosemary: 2 p.m. today, New Light Baptist Church, Bastrop.
Watson, James L.: 1 p.m. today, Richardson Funeral Home, Winnsboro.
White, Donald E.: 10 a.m. today, Winnsboro Second Baptist Church, Winnsboro.
Whitlock, L. Jr.: 2:30 p.m. today, Lake Providence Senior High Auditorium, Lake Providence.
Williams, Ella Louise: noon today, Church of Latter Day Saints, Bastrop.
Young, Ella M.: 11:30 a.m. today, Richardson Funeral Home, Monroe

December 31, 2006 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

CHARLES O. CARTER Owens Memorial Chapel Ruston, LA Graveside services for Charles O. Carter, 74, of Monroe, LA will be 11:00AM Tuesday, January 2, 2007, at Riverside Cemetery in Monroe under the direction of Owens Memorial Chapel of Ruston. Officiating will be Rev. Terry Love. ADVERTISEMENT Mr. Carter died Friday, December 29, 2006 in Monroe. He had been a longtime resident of Monroe and had worked for the City of Monroe in the Tax Assessor's Office. Mr. Carter was also a US Army veteran of the Korean War. Survivors include his brother, Bill Carter and wife Ann of Ruston, LA; nephew, William S. Carter and wife Lorie of Ruston, LA; nieces, Helen Carter of Shreveport, LA, and Jane carter Thomas of Greenwood, MS; great nephews, Shands Carter of Pensacola, FL and Neal Carter of Shreveport, LA; cousin, E.F. Madison, Sr. of Monroe, LA; extended family, E.F. Madison, Jr. of New York, Nell and Sam Fly of Dallas, TX, Eleanor Talton of Monroe, LA, Kathryn Morris of Monroe, LA, Preston Thomas of Memphis, TN, Carter Thomas of Oxford, MS; and close friends, Tom Attaberry, John Powell and A.B. Potter.

BETTY WILDS DAVIDSON Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road, Monroe, LA Services for Mrs. Betty Wilds Davidson, 79, of Roswell, GA, will be 11:00AM, Monday, January 1, 2007, at Jesus the Good Shepherd Catholic Church, with Rev. Mark Watson officiating. Interment will be in St. Matthew Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe, LA. ADVERTISEMENT Mrs. Davidson died December 28, 2006. Survivors include her daughter, Jeanne D. Wallace; son, James E. Davidson, Jr.; six grandchildren; one great-granddaughter; sister, Helen Edwards; brother, Charles Wilds; and nieces and nephews. Memorial contributions may be made to Our Lady of Perpetual Help Cancer Home, 760 Pollard Blvd., Atlanta, GA 30315.

MRS. WINIFRED DEMOSS MCCAA Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mrs. Winifred DeMoss McCaa, 92, of Monroe, LA will be at 2:00PM on Monday, January 1, 2007, in the New Light Baptist Church in Monroe with Rev. Lindle Stewart officiating. Interment will follow in the New Light Baptist Church Cemetery under the direction of the Kilpatrick Funeral Home of West Monroe. ADVERTISEMENT Winifred DeMoss McCaa, a lifelong resident of Monroe and member of the New Light Baptist Church, was born May 20, 1914, and went to be with our Lord on December 29, 2006. She was preceded in death by her husband, Nolan L. McCaa, her parents, Willis and Josie De Moss, and 7 brothers and sisters. Survivors include 4 daughters, Doris Tucker, Carolyn Nolan and husband, Jim, Kay Turner and husband, Brian, Kathy Meisetschleager and husband, Warnie; 2 sons, Nolan L. "Roy" McCaa and wife, Tina and Jerry McCaa and wife, Angela; 16 grandchildren; 25 great grandchildren; 3 great great grandchildren; and 2 brothers, Joe DeMoss and Dick DeMoss. Mrs. McCaa's grandsons will serve as pallbearers. Visitation will be Sunday evening, December 31, 2006, from 5:00PM to 8:00PM at Kilpatrick Funeral Home of West Monroe. The family would like to express their gratitude and appreciation to all the staff members of the Rosemont Assisted Living and the loving care of Patients Choice Hospice Nurse, Leigh. Online condolence messages may be sent to www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes .com

AMELA ODOM RUSHING Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road, Monroe, LA Pam Odom Rushing, 55, of West Monroe, LA died December 29, 2006 at St. Francis North Hospital after a long battle with cancer. ADVERTISEMENT Born August 9, 1951 in Monroe, Pam followed her mother's example and joined the nursing profession in 1973 after graduating from NLU (ULM). Pam was truly a caregiver at heart and gave everything she had to provide the best possible care for her patients. She not only cared for her patients, she developed lifelong relationships. Those she served knew that she was their nurse, their advocate, and their friend. She was truly "one of a kind." She is survived by her husband, Fred Rushing III of West Monroe, LA; a beloved son, Daniel Ryan Blakeney of Monroe, LA; a brother, Barry Odom of Chatham, LA; a niece, Sheri Dooley and godson, Ronnie Sanner both of Houston, TX; a nephew, Keith Odom of West Monroe; step daughters, Jaime Blazier of Monroe, LA and Jennifer Rushing of West Monroe, LA; and of course, her precious grandchildren, Maya, Alex, and Mallory Rushing who loved their "MiMi." Memorial services will be held at Northminster Church, 2701 Lamy Lane, Monroe, at 3:00PM, Sunday, December 31. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be given to MD Anderson Cancer Center or Angel Flight South Central in her memory. The family would like to express their sincere gratitude to all their dear friends and their extended families at St. Francis Medical Center, St. Francis North Hospital, and Northminster Church. Your love and support enriched our journey. May God bless all of you wonderful people. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome .com

Jeannie Mae Diel, 91
Jeannie Mae Diel of West Monroe, a homemaker, died Thursday. The funeral is at 2 p.m. today at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Burial is in Roselawn Memorial Gardens, Calhoun.

Billy Ray Latham Sr., 69
Billy Ray Latham Sr. of Monroe, a paint contractor, died Thursday. The funeral is at 3 p.m. today at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Burial is in Mulhearn Memorial Park, Monroe.

Joyce A. Parker, 76
SICILY ISLAND — Joyce A. Parker, a homemaker, died Saturday. The funeral is at 11 a.m. Monday at Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home in Winnsboro. Visitation is from 5-8 p.m. today at the funeral home. Burial is in Crowville Masonic Cemetery.

Mary Margaret Parker, 90
AUGUSTA, S.C. — Mary Margaret Parker, formerly of West Monroe, a homemaker, died Friday. The funeral is at 2 p.m. today in the mausoleum chapel at Mulhearn Memorial Park, Monroe. Burial is in Mulhearn Memorial Park under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Belva Howard Parks, 94
ROCKY BRANCH — Belva Howard Parks, a homemaker, died Saturday. The funeral is at 3 p.m. Tuesday at Farrar Funeral Home, Farmerville. Visitation is from 1 p.m. Tuesday until time of service. Burial is in Rocky Branch Cemetery.

James Pennington, 61
EPPS — James Pennington, an employee with Tifton Aluminum, died Friday. The funeral is at 3 p.m. today at Walnut Grove Baptist Church, Epps. Visitation is at the church until time of service. Burial is in Epps Cemetery under the direction of Cox Funeral Home of Delhi

Carmie Pratt, 89
FRIENDSHIP — Carmie Pratt died Saturday. Graveside services are at 11:30 a.m. Monday at Antioch Community Cemetery in Ward 10. Visitation is from 9-11 a.m. Monday at Edmonds Funeral Home in Jonesboro.

Richard Walker, 83
Richard "Arnold" Walker of Monroe, a retired equipment operator with Texas Gas, died Thursday. Graveside service is at 2 p.m. today at Mount Carmel Cemetery in Eudora, Ark. Arrangements are under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Monroe.

Previously acknowledged
Barlow, Joe H.: 2 p.m. today, Kendrick Ferry Pentecostal Church near Wisner.
Carter, Charles O.: Graveside 11 a.m. Tuesday, at Riverside Cemetery, Monroe.
Coleman, Allen: 11 a.m. today, Pleasant Hill Baptist Church, Spearsville.
Flemming, Mattie B. Chambers: 11:30 a.m. today, at Cuba Baptist Church, Winnsboro.
Hamilton, Alyssa: 9 a.m. Tuesday, Powell Street Cemetery, Monroe.
McDade, James: 1 p.m. today, Greater One Church, Delhi.
McInnis, Mae Theresa: 11 a.m. Monday, Mount Olive East Cemetery, Bienville.
Neal-Jones, Angela: 11 a.m. Tuesday, Brownsville Baptist Church, Columbia.
Rushing, Pamela Odom: 3 p.m. today, Northminster Church, Monroe