April - 2008 - Obituaries from The News-Star

April 1, 2008 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

ALMADINE AULDS FARRAR FUNERAL HOME Farmerville, LA. Graveside services for Almadine Aulds, 86, of Farmerville, will be held at 10:00 A.M. Wednesday, April 2, 2008 at Smackover Cemetery in Smackover, AR with Bro. Truett West officiating. Arrangements are under the direction of Farrar Funeral Home of Farmerville. Mrs. Aulds, a self-employed cosmetologist, died Friday, March 28, 2008. After graduating high school, she attended beauty school, obtained her cosmetology degree and Masters degree, began teaching cosmetology, and was an award winning cosmetologist. She opened her own business and was a successful businesswoman for 50 years. She was also an avid artist who won many awards for her beautiful paintings and was a member of the D'Arbonne Art Association. Preceding her in death were her parents: Levi & Priannah Adams; her first husband, Will Fate Gunter and husband, John J. Aulds, brother Wayne Adams & sister-in-law, Deane Adams. Mrs. Aulds is survived by 3 sons: Richard Gunter & wife, Donna of Kenai, AK.; David L. Gunter also of Kenai, AK; and Winfred Gunter & wife, Kimila of Calhoun, LA; 3 brothers: Russell G. Adams & wife, Marie of Farmerville; Layne Adams & wife, Carol of GA; and Sam D. Adams & wife, Anita of Farmerville; 1 sister: Sarah Nix of Farmerville; 6 grandchildren: Andy Gunter, Windy Ann Gunter, Ashlie Gunter, Wesley Gunter, Wade Gunter, and William Gunter; 6 great grandchildren: Olivia Farrell, Titan Farrell, Bridger Brewer, Alexa Wolf, John Allen Wolf, and Chance Chilson; and numerous nieces and nephews. Pallbearers are William Gunter, Wesley Gunter, Clint Griffin, Lorn Nix, Dan Nix and Steve Adams. Visitation will be 5:00 P. M. until 7:00 P. M. Tuesday, April 1, 2008 at Farrar Funeral Home in Farmerville. Online messages may be sent to the family at www.farrarfh.com

BOBBY EUGENE REDDEN Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Funeral services for Mr. Bobby Eugene Redden, 78 of Monroe, LA will be held at 11:00 AM Wednesday, April 2, 2008, at Kilpatrick Funeral Home in West Monroe, LA. Interment to follow at Oak Grove Cemetery, Simsboro, LA, under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe. Mr. Bobby Redden was born August, 14, 1929 in Bryceland, LA., and died Saturday, March 29, 2008 in Monroe, LA, He is preceded in death by his wife; Margaret Redden. He served in the U. S. Navy and was a longtime employee of Ellington Construction as a Construction Supervisor. He is survived by daughter; Constance Walls of San Antonio, TX, sons; Steven Redden of Buford, GA, Michael Redden of Black Mountain, N.C, daughter in law; Greta Redden, grandchildren; Russell Walls, Robert Walls, Shannon Redden, Ashley Redden, Megan Snyder, Danielle Spillers, great grandchildren; Alora Redden, Aubrey Cockrall, Emily Marie Snyder. Pallbearers will be family members. Visitation will be held from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM on Tuesday, April 1, 2008 at Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe. Online condolences may be sent to wwwkilpatrickfuneral homes.com

KENNETH B. MEARS Kinner & Stevens Funeral Home, Jena, LA Mr. Kenneth B. Mears, age 61 of Jena, LA passed away Sunday March 30, 2008 at the La Salle General Hospital. Funeral Services will be held at 3:00 PM on Tuesday April 1, 2008 at the Chapel of Kinner & Stevens Funeral Home in Jena, LA. Rev. Ed. Jelks and Rev. Johnny Phillips will officiate with burial in the Woodland Cemetery of Jena. Kenny was born to the union of C.M. and Marianna Baker Mears on December 21, 1946 in Monticello, AR. He was a member of East Jena Baptist Church. Kenny is survived by his Wife, Mrs. Olga Mears, of Jena, LA; his mother Mrs. Marianna Mears of Kingwood, TX; one daughter Cheryl Marie Fishback; three brothers, John C. Mears of Kingwood, TX, Don Mears of Ruston, LA and George W. Mears of Shreveport, LA; 2 grandchildren, 4 step grandchildren, 9 step great-grandchildren, 13 step great-great-grandchildren. Pallbearers will be John C. Mears, Don C. Mears, George W. Mears, Patrick C. Mears, Daniel Dean, and John Curry Poland. Honorary Pallbearers will be Billy Dean, Jarod Smith, and Robert Pagell. Friends may call at the Funeral Home on April 1, 2008 from 8:00 AM until time of service at 3:00 PM. Online condolences may be posted at kinner@centurytel.net

TROYCE GUICE Laird Funeral Home NATCHEZ, MS Troyce Eual Guice, 75, a retired businessman, died Saturday at the Natchez Regional Medical Center after a lengthy illness. Mr. Guice was born in St. Joseph, LA, graduated from Joseph Moore Davidson High School and attended Mississippi Southern University. He moved to the Miss-Lou area in 1954, opening Guice Buick in Ferriday. In 1958 he moved to Wisner opening Guice Chevrolet and in 1959 returned to the Miss-Lou area and opened Guice Chevrolet in Ferriday. In 1961 he purchased his first farm starting Guice Farms, which expanded to farms in five states. He returned to the automobile business in 1991 opening Guice Chevrolet in Winnsboro. Troyce was the owner of T. G. Ribs and The Natchez Landing in Natchez and Baton Rouge. He was a former member of the Louisiana Cattleman's Association and served on the Louisiana Levee Board, the Mississippi River Bridge Commission, and the National Guard. Troyce was a member of the First Baptist Church in Natchez. He is survived by his wife, Lynda McLaurin Guice of Natchez; three daughters, Carroll Smith of Germantown, TN; Kimberly Morrow of Opelousas, LA; and Anne McDaniel and husband Patrick McDaniel of Natchez; and a son, Wes Guice of Natchez; seven grandchildren, Michelle Pryor and husband Stephen Pryor of Dallas, Texas; Matthew Headley of Oxford, Miss; Allison Morrow and William Morrow of Opelousas, LA; Troyce McDaniel of Tampa, FL And Catherine McDaniel of Natchez; and Mary Virginia Guice of Opelousas, LA; two great grandchildren, Jake and Eliza Pryor of Dallas, TX; sisters Faye Gordin of Crystal Springs, MS; Elaine Andrews and husband Shug Andrews of Longview, TX; and Linda Rachelle and husband Dave Rachelle of Patterson, LA; and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his mother, Tressie Westbrook Guice and his father, Ivy Eual Guice of Vidalia, LA. Honorary pallbearers are Faye Bouie Etheridge, Fred Gast, Claude Langston, Johnny Loomis, Charlie Montgomery, Jerry Quave, and Vic Vegas. Pallbearers are Matt Headley, Troyce McDaniel, William Morrow, Stephen Pryor, Tommy Dennig, David Donnell, Ricky Donnell, and Ray Routon, Jr. Visitation is today at Laird Funeral Home from 1:00 PM until the time of service. Funeral services will be at 2:00 PM at Laird Funeral home Union Street Chapel with Rev. Dan Wynn and Rev. Clyde Ray Webber officiating. Burial will follow at the Natchez City Cemetery under the direction of Laird Funeral Home. On line condolences may be made at www.lairdfh.com

VELMA LEIGH SMITH Brown-Holley Funeral Home Rayville, LA Services for Velma Leigh Smith will be held Wednesday, April 2, 2008 at 2:00 PM, at the First Baptist Church of Archibald, LA with Sister Hilda Antee officiating. Burial to follow at Lynn Cemetery, Archibald, LA under the direction of Brown-Holley Funeral Home in Rayville, LA. Velma Leigh Smith was born Feb. 23, 1963 in Rayville, LA and passed away March 30, 2008 at St. Francis Medical Center, Monroe, LA. She was a loving mother, sister and friend to many and will be missed by all that knew her. She enjoyed her friends and customers at Car Dealer Parts, Monroe, LA where she worked as an automotive parts clerk. She was preceded in death by the following family members, her father, Ronald B. Oram; mother-in-law, Dorothy Smith and sister-in-law, Lynette Walters. She is survived by her sons, Eric Stricklin and Ronnie Charles "Charlie Smith both of Rayville, LA; two step-daughters, Casey Bichel and Krissy Smith of Rayville, LA; her friend and husband for 17 years, Ronnie Charles "Charlie" Smith, Sr. of Rayville, LA; her mother, Cynthia Oram of Rayville, LA; also four brothers, Mike Oram and sister-in-law, Sherry Oram of Columbia, LA, Jeff Oram of Mangham, LA, Travis Oram of Toledo, Ohio, and Wesley Crocker and sister-in-law, Belinda Crocker of Tallulah, LA; one step-sister, Elizabeth Stamper of West Monroe, LA; numerous nephews and nieces. Special thanks to Ricky and Debbie Carroll and family for their love and support of Velma throughout the years. Pallbearers will be Ricky Carroll, Sr., Ricky Carroll, Jr., Irvin Temple, Bubba Walters, Brian Bush, and Shane Antee. Visitation will be Tuesday, from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM, at the First Baptist Church, Archibald, LA. Velma chose to be an organ donor so that through her donation others may live longer. To leave condolences for the family go online to www.brownholleyfuneral homes.com |

Annie Carter, 81
TALLULAH — Annie Carter died Monday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Beckwith Golden Gate Funeral Home, Tallulah.

Beatrice Davis, 49
Beatrice Davis of Monroe, a nurse, died Wednesday. Services are 11 a.m. Friday at Macedonia Baptist Church, Monroe. Visitation is 1-5 p.m. Thursday at Hester Central State Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens Cemetery.

Lois L. Dickerson, 85
Lois L. Dickerson of Monroe, a homemaker, died Saturday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Swartz Assembly of God Church. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery, Monroe, under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe.

Myron Reece Erwin, 89
TALLULAH — Myron Reece Erwin, a retired postmaster, died Saturday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Crothers-Glenwood Funeral Home, Tallulah. Burial will be in Memorial Park Cemetery, Tallulah.

Fannie Pearl Foster, 90
DELHI — Fannie Pearl Foster, a homemaker, died Saturday. Services are 2 p.m. Friday at First Baptist Church, Delhi. Visitation is 3-9 p.m. Thursday at Cox Funeral Home, Delhi. Burial will be in Delhi Masonic Cemetery.

Louise Griffin, 68
FERRIDAY — Louise Griffin, a homemaker, died Wednesday. Services are 11 a.m. Thursday at Mount Olive Baptist Church, Ferriday. Wake services are noon-5 p.m. Wednesday at Richardson-Sims Funeral Home, Ferriday. Burial will be in Ferriday Cemetery.

Otis Edward Hunter, 60
Otis Edward Hunter of Monroe, a machinist, died March 29. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at St. Joe Baptist Church, Rhymes. Visitation is 6-7 p.m. Friday at Hester Central State Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Holley Ridge Church Cemetery, Holly Ridge.

Betty Jean Jackson, 57
Betty Jean Jackson of Monroe, a homemaker, died March 25. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Hester Central State Funeral Home, Monroe.

Helen J. Jackson, 64
BOSSIER CITY — Helen Jeanette Jackson, a cosmetology instructor, died Friday. Services are 1 p.m. today at Gentle Hands Ministries, Farmerville. Burial will be in Pleasant Hill Cemetery, Spearsville, under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Farmerville.

Cornelius Jones, 68
WINNSBORO — Cornelius Jones, a retired steel factory worker, died Monday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Richardson-Sims Funeral Home, Winnsboro.

Rachel Jones, 87
TALLULAH — Rachel Jones died Monday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Beckwith Golden Gate Funeral Home, Tallulah.

Clifton McGee, 81
DELHI — Clifton McGee, a farmer, died Wednesday. Services are noon Thursday at Richardson Funeral Home, Winnsboro. Visitation is 6-7 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Palestine Cemetery, Warden.

Bonnie Dean Nelson, 71
Bonnie Dean Nelson of West Monroe, a substitute teacher, died March 27. Services are 11 a.m. Thursday at St. Paul Baptist Church, West Monroe. Visitation is 1-5 p.m. Wednesday at Hester Central State Funeral Home and 6:30-8 p.m. Wednesday at St. Joseph Baptist Church, West Monroe. Burial will be in Mount Zion Cemetery, Columbia.

Hollie Ruth Otts, 80
Hollie Ruth Otts of West Monroe, a homemaker, died Saturday. Services are 10 a.m. today at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Burial will be in Roselawn Memorial Gardens Cemetery, Calhoun.

Ruby Sehon, 86
MESA, Ariz. — Ruby Sehon, formerly of Monroe, a retired Selig Manufacturing seamstress, died Sunday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Lamy Lane, Monroe.

J.B. Shepherd Jr., 60
OAK GROVE — J.B. Shepherd Jr. died Sunday. Services are 2 p.m. Wednesday at Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Oak Grove. Visitation is 4-10 p.m. today at the funeral home.

Daisy Starr, 88
Daisy Starr of Monroe, a homemaker, died Thursday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Hester Central State Funeral Home, Monroe. Visitation is 1-6 p.m. Friday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Little Creek Cemetery, Alto.

Jack 'Larry' Talbert Jr., 52
FARMERVILLE — Jack L. "Larry" Talbert, a former heavy equipment operator, died Sunday. Services are 10 a.m. Wednesday at Farrar Funeral Home, Farmerville. Visitation is 6-8 p.m. today at the funeral home. Graveside services are at 1 p.m. Thursday in Hesters Cemetery, Philadelphia, Miss.

Ethel M. Terral, 80
ST. JOE, Ark. — Ethel M. Terral, formerly of Farmerville, a retired waitress and homemaker, died Saturday. Graveside services are 4 p.m. Wednesday at Beulah Cemetery near Farmerville, under the direction of Farrar Funeral Home, Farmerville.

} Kristi Michelle Yates, 16
OAK GROVE — Kristi Michelle Yates, a student, died Saturday. Services are 3 p.m. Wednesday at Cox Funeral Home, Oak Grove. Visitation is 4-9 p.m. today at the funeral home. Burial will be in Forest Corner Cemetery, Forest.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED
Alexander, Ronald A.: 2 p.m. today, Edmonds Funeral Home, Jonesboro.
Aulds, Alma: 10 a.m. Wednesday, Smackover (Ark.) Cemetery.
Cupit, Edward Eugene: 3 p.m. today, Macedonia Baptist Church, Oak Grove.
Emfinger, Roddie Jr.: 2 p.m. today, Magnolia Baptist Church, Winnsboro.
Strozier, Claudia Dianne: 10 a.m. today, Owens Memorial Chapel, Ruston

April 2, 2008 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

BARBARA SHIVELY HARVEY Edmonds Funeral Home Quitman, LA Barbara S. Harvey, age 66 of Quitman, LA., passed away on Monday, March 31, 2008 at North LA Medical Center in Ruston, LA., after a brief illness. She was born in Winnfield and had been a resident of Quitman since 1961, she had been employed at Smurfit-Stone until her retirement. She was a member of the Sweetwater Baptist Church. She is preceded in death by her late husband, Harold G. Harvey and her parents, Leroy and Vermelle Shively. She is survived by two sisters, Lynda Garner and husband Douglas of Hodge, LA., Clara Evans and husband Donnie of Bossier City, LA. One brother, Hayward Shively of Quitman, LA, Brother-In-Law and Sister-In-Law, James and Carolyn Harvey of Quitman, LA, several aunts, uncles and a host of nieces and nephews. Services are under the direction of Edmonds Funeral Home in Jonesboro, LA, where the family will receive friends from 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM, Wednesday, April 2, 2008. Services will be held on Thursday, April 3, 2008 at Sweetwater Baptist Church in Quitman with Rev. Stuart Toms and Rev. Charlie Hammons officiating. Interment will follow in the Walnut Ridge Cemetery. Pallbearers will be: Simon Shively, Edward Garner, Tracy Garner, Greg Garner, Ken Garner, Donnie Evans, Jr., Wes Harvey and Ronnie Savage. Honorary pallbearers will be: Terry Harvey and Jason Shively. Contributions can be made to Baptist Children's Home and Sweetwater Baptist Church. You may view our website and send condolences to www.edmondsfuneral home.com

BRENDA KAY FERRAND OLIVEAUX Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA The family of Brenda Kay Ferrand Oliveaux sadly announce her death on Sunday, March 30, 2008 after a short illness. She was 57 years old and was born December 10, 1950 and was a resident of West Monroe. Services will be held at 10:00 AM on Thursday, April 3, 2008 at Kilpatrick Funeral Home Chapel West Monroe . Rev. Rodney Sanders will be officiating. Interment will follow at Walnut Grove Cemetery, West Monroe, LA under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe. Mrs. Oliveaux was Assistant Manager and Loan Officer at Federal Employees Credit Union. She was respected and appreciated by customers and co-workers. She had a caring heart and could watch no person or animal suffer without extending her heart and hands to help. She was very generous never turning away anyone in need. She will be greatly missed by everyone whose life she touched. She was preceded in death by her husband, Marshall Ray Oliveaux; daughter, Misty Kay Oliveaux; father, Hip Ferrand; mother, Ethel McClary Ferrand; and nephew Clay Ferrand. Survivors include her daughters: Tina Oliveaux Edgar and her husband Brad, Tiffany Nicole Oliveaux and Jamie Kane; grandchildren; Aly Kay Edgar and Olivia SanJuana Edgar; brother, Buddy Ferrand and wife Carol; nephew, Todd Ferrand and wife Melinda and their children, Chandler and Adrianna; special friends, Carolyn Mullins, Layne Pearson, Melanie Dorman, Cathy Nolan, Anita Cuthrell and Shirley Brown. Pallbearers will be Dusty Hatfield, Ricky Hatfield. Heath McDonald, Robert Brown, R J George, and Marcus Lenard. Visitation will be held Wednesday, April 2, 2008 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM at Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneral homes.com

FANNIE PEARL FOSTER Cox Funeral Home Delhi, LA Mrs. Fannie Pearl Foster passed away March 29, 2008, surrounded by her loved ones when she was taken to heaven. Her family was blessed enough to have her with them for 90 years. She was a member of the First Baptist Church in Delhi, LA for 55 years. She is preceded in death by her parents, Shank and Viola Russell; her husband Otto C. Foster; and two daughters, Charline Foster and Joann Foster Hoskins. She is survived by her four daughters, Vonceil Cuellar of Lawrenceville, GA, Linda Green of Monroe, LA, Carolyn Simms and husband Larry of Oakwood, GA and Terry Foster of Bossier City, LA; one sister, Lynn Flemming of Monroe, LA; one brother, Ray Russell of Deridder, LA; six grandchildren; nine great grandchildren; two great great grandchildren and a number of nieces and nephews. We will all miss this amazing lady that touched the lives of so many people. A special thanks to her neighbor, Bruce Bagwell that she thought of as a son and her dear neighbors Artie and Charlie Boyd for all they did for her. Funeral services will be held at 2:00PM Friday, April 4, 2008 at the First Baptist Church in Delhi with Dr. Marcus Murphy officiating. Visitation will be held from 3:00 to 9:00 PM Thursday, April 3, 2008 at Cox Funeral Home in Delhi. Burial will be in the Delhi Masonic Cemetery under the direction of Cox Funeral Home. Pallbearers will be Bruce Bagwell, Raymond Callahan, Timmie Hutchinson, Mike Willis, Bud LaPrairie and Bruce Tatum. Any planned memorials may be made to the First Baptist Church of Delhi, LA; Mt Salem Baptist Church, 6152 Mt. Salem Circle, Flowery Branch, GA 30542; the American Cancer Society or to the charity of donors choice. To leave a message of condolence to the family please visit our website at www.coxfuneral.com.

HATTIE ANN HAYES Frazer's Funeral Home Warren, AR Hattie Ann Hayes, age 76, of Strong, AR. died Tuesday April 1, at her home. Born July 15, 1931 in Strong, AR. a daughter of the late John Hogue and Julia Williams Hogue she was a retired bookkeeper, Baptist and the widow of Joe Hayes, Jr. who died January 3, 1999. They were united in marriage October 19, 1950 at Strong, AR. Survivors are 1 son Roger Hayes and spouse Bonnie, Strong, AR. 1 daughter Jo Ann Ramsey and spouse Vergil, Farmerville, LA. 1 brother Roland Hogue, Strong, AR. 5 grandchildren, 11 great-grandchildren. Funeral services 10:00 AM. Thursday April 3, Oak Grove Baptist Church. Burial Green Grove Cemetery by Frazer's Funeral Home of Warren, AR. Visitation 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM Wednesday April 2, at Oak Grove Baptist Church. Online guest register www.frazerfuneralhome.com Memorials preferred Life Touch Hospice, 2301 Champagnolle Road; El Dorado, AR. 71730.

Rodney Buck, 59
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Rodney Buck, formerly of Monroe, a drug and substance abuse counselor, died Sunday. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Thursday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Further arrangements are incomplete.

Charles L. Carter, 40
BREAUX BRIDGE — Charles L. "Chuck" Carter, a construction worker formerly of Winnsboro, died Sunday. Graveside services are 4 p.m. Thursday at McKnight Cemetery near Rayville under the direction of Gill First National Funeral Home, Winnsboro.

Veola Craten, 68
LAKE PROVIDENCE — Veola Craten, a homemaker, died Tuesday. Services are 2:30 p.m. Saturday at New Morning Star Baptist Church, Lake Providence. Visitation is 1-5 p.m. Friday at Harris Funeral Home, Lake Providence. Burial will be in Way-A-Way Cemetery.

James L. Crye, 55
TALLULAH — James L. Crye died March 24. Services are 11 a.m. Thursday at East Star Missionary Baptist Church, Tallulah. Visitation is 2-7 p.m. today at Beckwith Golden Gate Funeral Home, Tallulah. Burial will be in Oakwood Cemetery, Tallulah.

Gladys D. Dupree, 91
COLUMBIA — Gladys Duchesne Dupree, a homemaker, died Monday. Services are 10 a.m. Thursday at Riser Funeral Home, Columbia. Visitation is 5-9 p.m. today and 8 a.m. until service time Thursday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Hebert Cemetery.

Marie Frost, 86
Marie Frost of West Monroe, a homemaker, died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Greg F. Gregory, 74
Greg F. Gregory of West Monroe, a fair manager, died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Clarence D. Hankins, 94
LAKE PROVIDENCE — Clarence Daniel Hankins, a farmer, died Monday. Services are 10 a.m. today at Northside Church of Christ, Lake Providence. Burial will be in Lake Providence City Cemetery under the direction of Cox Funeral Home, Lake Providence.

Barbara S. Harvey, 66
QUITMAN — Barbara Shively Harvey died Monday. Services are 10 a.m. Thursday at Sweetwater Baptist Church, Quitman. Visitation is 5-9 p.m. today at Edmonds Funeral Home, Jonesboro. Burial will be in Walnut Ridge Cemetery, Quitman.

Betty Jean Jackson, 57
Betty Jean Jackson of Monroe, a homemaker, died Tuesday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at Hester Central State Funeral Home, Monroe. Visitation is 1-6 p.m. Friday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Magnolia Cemetery, Monroe.

Bonnie Jean Nelson, 71
Bonnie Jean Nelson of West Monroe, a substitute teacher, died March 27. Services are 11 a.m. Thursday at St. Paul Baptist Church, West Monroe. Visitation is 1-5 p.m. today at Hester Central State Funeral Home, and 6:30-8 p.m. today at St. Joseph Baptist Church, West Monroe. Burial will be in Mount Zion Cemetery, Columbia.

Bobby E. Redden, 78
Bobby E. Redden of Monroe, a telephone construction supervisor, died Saturday. Services are 11 a.m. today at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Burial will be in Oak Grove Cemetery, Simsboro.

Velma Oram Smith, 45
RAYVILLE — Velma Oram Smith, an automotive parts sales clerk, died Sunday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Archibald First Baptist Church, Archibald. Visitation is 12:30 p.m. until service time today at the church. Burial will be in Lynn Cemetery, Archibald under the direction of Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Rayville.

Peggy Williams, 51
LAKE PROVIDENCE — Peggy Williams, a homemaker, died Thursday. Services are noon Saturday at Mount Calvary Baptist Church, Lake Providence. Visitation is 1-5 p.m. Friday at Harris Funeral Home, Lake Providence. Burial will be in Gaither Memorial Cemetery, Lake Providence.

Previously acknowledged:
Aulds, Alma: 10 a.m. today, Smackover (Ark.) Cemetery.
Davis, Beatrice: 11 a.m. Friday at Macedonia Baptist Church, Monroe.
Foster, Fannie Pearl: 2 p.m. Friday, First Baptist Church, Delhi.
Griffin, Louise: 11 a.m. Thursday, Mount Olive Baptist Church, Ferriday.
Hunter, Otis Edward: 11 a.m. Saturday, St. Joe Baptist Church, Rhymes.
McGee, Clifton: noon Thursday, Richardson Funeral Home, Winnsboro.
Shepherd Jr., J.B.: 2 p.m. today, Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Oak Grove.
Starr, Daisy: 11 a.m. Saturday, Hester Central State Funeral Home, Monroe.
Talbert Jr., Jack "Larry": 10 a.m. today, Farrar Funeral Home, Farmerville.
Terral, Ethel M.: 4 p.m. today, Beulah Cemetery near Farmerville.
Yates, Kristi Michelle: 3 p.m. today, Cox Funeral Home, Oak Grove

April 3, 2008 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

EDNA MAE BROCK MULHEARN Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road, Monroe, LA Services for Mrs. Edna Mae Brock Mulhearn, age 88, of Monroe, Louisiana will be held at 11:00 AM on Friday April 4th at Parkview Baptist Church Chapel with Dr. Whit Holmes officiating. Burial will be at Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Mrs. Mulhearn passed away at her home in Monroe on Tuesday April 1, 2008. She was preceded in death by her mother, Mrs. Edna Brock; her husband, Thomas J. Mulhearn, Jr.; and her sister, Rae Landrum Gentry. Mrs. Mulhearn lived in Monroe her entire life. Mrs. Mulhearn was a member of the Monroe Garden Club, Entre Nous Book Club, La Petite Maison Garden Club, served on Advisory Board of the Salvation Army, past member of the St. Francis Hospital Pink Ladies, Lotus Club and Parkview Baptist Church. Survivors include her son, Dr. Thomas Mulhearn III; grandsons, Burns Mulhearn of Baton Rouge, Dr. Thomas Mulhearn, IV and his wife Emma of Durham, NC; great granddaughters, Ella and Hailey; sisters-in-law, Elizabeth Mulhearn Slaughter and Jane Mulhearn; many nieces and nephews including Susan, Jim, and Wayne Landrum, Judy Slaughter Turnley, Jim Slaughter, and Larkin Mulhearn. Pallbearers will be Burns Mulhearn, Dr. Thomas Mulhearn, IV, Jim Slaughter, Larkin Mulhearn, Tom Scott Jr., J. Alex Landrum and Wayne Landrum. Honorary Pall Bearers will be Dr. George T. Walker, Dr. Ralph Asbury, Joe Worley, Edward Seymour Jr., Guy Barr, Mark Dent, Members of Friends Sunday School Class, Dr. David Bird's Sunday School Class of Parkview Baptist Church and Members of local P.E.O. Chapters. Visitation will be Friday from 10:00 AM until 11:00 AM at Parkview Baptist Church. Memorials may be made to Parkview Baptist Church in Monroe, Louisiana. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneral home.com

JANETT RINICKER MOULDER CHANCELLOR Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road, Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mrs. Janett Rinicker Moulder Chancellor, 71, of Monroe, will be held at 2:00 PM Friday, April 4, 2008, at First Baptist Church of Swartz with Rev. Bill McCullen officiating. Interment will follow in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Mrs. Chancellor was born June 16, 1936 in Haynesville, LA and passed away Tuesday, April 1, 2008, at St. Francis North Hospital. She was a member of First Baptist Church of Swartz and Telephone Pioneers. Mrs. Chancellor was an operator with Bell South retiring after thirty-nine years of service. Survivors include her husband, Leo Chancellor; son, Edwin O. Moulder and wife Gail of Monroe; daughter, Teresa Gale Moulder Danner and husband Scott of West Monroe; six grandchildren, two great grandchildren, brother, Dale Rinicker of West Monroe; and sister, Myra McDonald of West Monroe. Pallbearers will be Trey Vocker, Chris Corrent, Dusty Kane, Chad Moore, Jamie Modisette, and Scott Danner. Visitation will be Thursday from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneral home.com

PATRICIA ANN MILLS HOLSTEAD Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Patricia Ann Mills Holstead of Monroe, LA. passed away Sunday March 30, 2008. She touched so many with her kindness and generosity. She was a woman of great integrity and compassion, a loyal, dedicated fun loving friend to many. She was born on December 27, 1930 in Vernon (Lamar County), AL. to Edward Clinton Mills, deceased 1963, and Ila Brock Mills, deceased 1993. Her sister Suellyn, born in 1942, died in 1999. She grew up in a spiritual, loving Brock Family. In 1942 the family moved to Mobile, AL. where her mother continued her 42 year teaching career. Her father worked in the Mobile ship yards until WWII ended when he started a car sales business. In 1965 Pat joined the d'Iberville chapter of American Business Woman's Association in Mobile where she served before relocating to Monroe, LA. March 17, 1967. In Monroe, she continued serving in various ABWA offices including President of Tupawek Chapter in 1971. Pat was an office manager for Motor Supply Company Headquarters where she retired in 1996. She was an accomplished business woman and awarded ABWA Woman of the Year in 1972. Pat and her husband William (Bill) Holstead, deceased, were active members of First Christian Church in Monroe. Funeral services will be conducted at the church at 3400 Forsythe Avenue on Friday, April 4th 2008 at 2:00 P. M. with Rev. Randy Cook officiating. Burial will follow at Douglas Cemetery in Choudrant, LA. Visitation will be held Thursday April 3, 2008 in Mulhearn Funeral Home at 300 McMillan Road in West Monroe, LA. from 5:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M. Beloved Mother is survived by three daughters, Pam Lauber and husband Bill, and their children: Ashlie Cooper of Mobile, AL. and Elizabeth Sweatt of San Francisco, CA., Debbie Holloway and husband Ronnie of Ruston, LA. and their children: LeighAnn McCorkle of Ruston, LA., Rod Holloway of Jackson, MS. and Katie Holloway in Baton Rouge, LA., Connie Corley and husband Roger of Rowlett, TX. and their children: Kelly Corley, Austin, TX. and Paul Corley in Reykjavik, Iceland and 8 great-grandchildren. Also three step-children, Brenda Rocconi and husband Tom of Sterlington, LA., Tim Holstead and wife Veronica of West Monroe, LA., Danny Holstead and wife Tanya of Wylie, TX., 9 step-grandchildren, and 4 step-great grandchildren. Pallbearers will be Rod Holloway, Rick Gunn, Jim McCorkle, Steve Holmes, Tim Holstead, Danny Holstead, Kevin Fields and Bryan Payne. Honorary Pallbearers are Cleve Norrell, Jack Rutledge and Dick Shell. The family would like to give special thanks to the compassionate physicians, nurses and care givers at Glenwood. In lieu of Flowers, Pat would like donations to be made in her memory to St Jude's Children's hospital in Memphis, Tennessee or First Christian Church in Monroe. We are sure Pat would like to say to all her friends and care givers who struggled with her to the end … if you could see me now! Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneral home.com

RODNEY FRANKLIN BUCK Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road, Monroe, LA Visitation for Mr. Rodney Franklin Buck will be held Thursday, April 3, 2008, from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Mr. Buck was born October 11, 1948 in Atlanta, GA and passed away in Memphis, TN on March 30, 2008 at age 59. Rodney spent most of his life in Monroe, LA. He was awarded the Purple Heart, the National Defense Service Medal, the Vietnam Service Medal with 2 Bronze Service Stars, and the Combat Infantryman Badge for meritorious service in the Vietnam War. For the past two years, Rodney served as a drug and alcohol abuse counselor for Veterans in Memphis. He was preceded in death by his parents, Ralph and Josephine Buck. Mr. Buck is survived by four children: Suzie(Suzy), Jessie, Joey, and Samantha, all of Monroe; Lorry Buck of Monroe; brother and sister-in-law, Steve and Katrice Buck of Georgia; his nephew and wife, Michael and Kristen Buck of Loganville, GA; lifelong friend, Jack Buchart of Memphis, TN; and countless friends and loved ones. The family requests that in lieu of flowers, memorials be made to Monroe Drug and Alcohol Abuse Clinic or Alpha Omega Veteran Services, Inc., 1183 Madison Ave., Memphis, TN 38104. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneral home.com

THELMA CARTER BROWN Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mrs. Thelma Carter Brown, 85 of West Monroe, will be held at 10:00 AM, Friday, April 4, 2008 in the chapel of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe. Rev. Charles Davis will be officiating. Interment will follow at Roselawn Memorial Gardens in Calhoun under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe. Mrs. Brown was born November 26, 1922 in Point, LA and passed away April 2, 2008 in West Monroe, LA. She was a member of Peniel Baptist Church in West Monroe. Mrs. Brown was a loving mother and grandmother she even received grandmother of the year award in 1987. Some of her favorite pastimes were bowling, volleyball or anything involving time spent with her family. She was preceded in death by husband, Newton Allen Brown who also died on April 2, in 1999; grandchildren; Shane Allen Brown, Stephanie Greer, sister, Verna Littleton; brothers, Doyle Carter and Mitchell Day. Mrs. Brown is survived by her children; Linda Neeley and husband Wade Neeley Sr., George Brown and Charlene, Susan Osbon and husband Don, David E. Brown and wife Kay, Donna Greer and husband Russell, Larry Brown, Kenny Brown and wife Nita, Ronnie Brown and wife Dawn, Robert Brown and Curtis Brown; sister, Ollie Guice, Elmarie Guice and husband Sanders, Maxine Littleton; brothers, Delma Carter and wife Dean; 31 grandchildren, 37 great-grandchildren; numerous nieces and nephews. Pallbearers will be Derek Osbon, Scott Brown, David Brown, Jr., Joey Brown, Daniel Brown and Adam Douglass. Honorary pallbearers will be, Wade Neeley II, Brient Neeley, Paul Osbon. Visitation will be held Thursday, April 3, 2008 from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM at Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneral homes.com

Jimmy L. Folden Sr., 51
MER ROUGE — Jimmy L. Folden Sr., a farmer, died Wednesday. Services are 4 p.m. Saturday at Tillou Baptist Church, Bastrop. Visitation is 5-9 p.m. Friday at the church. Burial will be in Causey Cemetery under the direction of Golden Funeral Home, Bastrop.

Jimmie Grobaker, 83
Jimmie Howard Grobaker of Monroe, a Deaton Kennedy manufacturer's representative, died Tuesday. Services are 2 p.m. Friday at the Covenant Church, Monroe. Visitation is 5-9 p.m. today at Golden Funeral Home, Bastrop. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery, Monroe.

Hilda Mae Hunt, 86
NICEVILLE, Fla. — Hilda Mae Wallace Hunt, a homemaker, died Monday. Services are 10 a.m. Saturday at Golden Funeral Home, Bastrop. Burial will be in Christ Church Cemetery, Bastrop.

Brenda Oliveaux, 57
Brenda Kay Ferrand Oliveaux of West Monroe, a finance loan officer, died Sunday. Services are 10 a.m. today at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Burial will be in Walnut Grove Cemetery, West Monroe.

Lillie Cheek O'Neal, 89
BASTROP — Lillie B. Cheek O'Neal, a homemaker, died Wednesday. Services are 2 p.m. Friday at Golden Funeral Home, Bastrop. Visitation is 5-8 today at the funeral home. Burial will be in Loch Arbor Cemetery, Swartz.

Keith J. Rimmey, 22
NEWELLTON — Keith J. Rimmey, of the U.S. Marine Corps, died Friday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at Newellton Elementary Gymnasium. Visitation is noon until time of services Saturday at the school. Burial will be in Union Cemetery, Newellton under the direction of Richardson Funeral Home, Winnsboro.

Henry E. Robinson, 81
WISNER — Henry E. Robinson, a carpenter, died Friday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at Newlight Baptist Church, Wisner. Visitation is 1-7 p.m. Friday at Richardson Funeral Home, Winnsboro. Burial will be in Oakley Cemetery, Gilbert.

Ethel M. Thompson, 83
FARMERS BRANCH, Texas — Ethel M. Thompson, a registered nurse formerly of Monroe, died Tuesday. Visitation is 5-7 p.m. Friday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Further arrangements are incomplete.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED:
Carter, Charles L. "Chuck": 4 p.m. today, McKnight Cemetery near Rayville.
Craten, Veola: 2:30 p.m. Saturday, New Morning Star Baptist Church, Lake Providence.
Crye, James L.: 11 a.m. today, East Star Missionary Baptist Church, Tallulah.
Davis, Beatrice: 11 a.m. Friday at Macedonia Baptist Church, Monroe.
Dupree, Gladys Duchesne: 10 a.m. today, Riser Funeral Home, Columbia.
Foster, Fannie Pearl: 2 p.m. Friday, First Baptist Church, Delhi.
Griffin, Louise: 11 a.m. today, Mount Olive Baptist Church, Ferriday.
Harvey, Barbara Shively: 10 a.m. today, Sweetwater Baptist Church, Quitman.
Hunter, Otis Edward: 11 a.m. Saturday, St. Joe Baptist Church, Rhymes.
Jackson, Betty Jean: 1 p.m. Saturday, Hester Central State Funeral Home, Monroe.
McGee, Clifton: noon today, Richardson Funeral Home, Winnsboro.
Nelson, Bonnie Jean: 11 a.m. today, St. Paul Baptist Church, West Monroe.
Starr, Daisy: 11 a.m. Saturday, Hester Central State Funeral Home, Monroe.
Williams, Peggy: noon Saturday, Mount Calvary Baptist Church, Lake Providence

April 4, 2008 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

DORTHA JO BOATRIGHT ODOM Farrar Funeral Home Farmerville, LA. Celebration services for Dortha Jo Boatright Odom, 73, of Laran, will be held at 10:00 A.M. on Saturday, April 5, 2008 at First Baptist Church in Bernice. Bros. David Weeks and Connie Ward will be officiating. Interment will be at Zion Hill Baptist Church Cemetery near Farmerville under the direction of Farrar Funeral Home. Born June 3, 1934, in Spearsville, Dot went to be with the Lord on Thursday, April 3, 2008. With the help of Dr. Collin Coon, Chip Furr and Sissy, as well as Premier Hospice of Bastrop, she fought a courageous battle with liver disease. Dot was a faithful member of First Baptist Church of Bernice for over 50 years, singing in the choir and teaching at Pinecrest Nursing Home. In the late 1950's, she was a teller at the Bank of Bernice; later, she worked for LP&L in Bernice, retiring after 20 years as District Manager in Dubach. Gaggie was a loving wife, attentive mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and caring friend. This classy lady had a passion for loving people, cooking, sewing, organizing and crafting. Preceding her in death were her parents: Almer and Artie Boatright; brothers, Donald Stone, Travis and Murphy Dean Boatright. Dot is survived by her devoted and loving husband of 56 years, James Delwyn "Pete" Odom of Laran; and two daughters and sons-in-law, Janice and Lucien Savage; and Pam and Phil Jones, all of Farmerville. Gaggie is also survived by her grandchildren: Amy and Bubba Walsworth, Greg and Jessica Hicks, and Sarah Jones; great-grandchildren: Dakota, Mariah and Gabriel Walsworth, and Addison Hicks, all of Farmerville. She was a sister to Vonda & John Clinton of Morgan City; and a sister-in-law to Ethel Stone of Spearsville; Alice & Murray Dudley of Laran; and Jesse Reed and Sondra Odom of Conway, Arkansas. Dot will be greatly missed by a multitude of lifelong friends and extended family. Pallbearers will be Greg Hicks, Roger Dudley, Rowland Kay, Buddy Riser, Gene Terral and Mike Colvin. Honorary pallbearers will be Bill O'Bannon, Sam O'Bannon, W. C. Russell, George Wiltcher, Charlie Ward and Terry Foster. The family will receive friends on Friday, April 4 from 5 P.M. until 9 P.M. at First Baptist Church in Bernice. Online messages may be sent to the family at www.farrarfh.com

ETHEL ESTELL THOMPSON Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road, Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mrs. Ethel Estell Thompson, 83, of Farmers Branch, TX formerly of Monroe, will be held at 10:00 AM Saturday, April 5, 2008, in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe, with Rev. William Smith officiating, and Grandson, Jason Jenkins, delivering the eulogy. Interment will follow in Twin Cities Memorial Gardens in West Monroe. Mrs. Thompson passed away Tuesday, April 1, 2008 at her daughter's residence in Farmers Branch, TX. She was a former member of Lakeshore Baptist Church and was a LPN at Sterlington Hospital. Survivors include her son, Johnny Lee Dunn and fiancée Debbie Jenkins of Monroe; daughter, Judy Ann Hacker and husband Tom of Farmers Branch, TX; sister, Shirley Bailey of West Monroe; four grandchildren, and three great grandchildren. Pallbearers will be J. M. Jones, Randy Jenkins, Tom Hacker, Richie Dunn, Lee Dunn, and Shannon Schupbach. Visitation will be Friday from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneral home.com

GREG F. GREGORY Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Funeral services for Greg F. Gregory, 73, of West Monroe will be held at 10:00 A.M. Saturday, March 5, 2008 in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home in West Monroe with Rev. Joe Puthuppally officiating, under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home in West Monroe, LA. Mr. Gregory died April 1, 2008 at Glenwood Regional Hospital in West Monroe. He was the director of the Ark La Miss Fair for many years and owned his own tent company for many years. Greg was very active in the Boys and Girls Club in West Monroe and was a 30 year member of the West Monroe Civitans. Mr. Gregory was the director of the Monroe Civic Center and the West Monroe Convention Center for many years. Survivors include his sister, Mary Buschke and husband Jerrold; brother, Bill Gfrorer and wife Carolyn; and numerous nieces and nephews. Visitation will be from 5:00 P.M. until 8:00 P.M. Friday at Mulhearn Funeral Home in West Monroe. Memorials may be made to the West Monroe Civitans or the West Monroe Boys and Girls Club. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneral home.com

RIVERS DEAN CLEMENT Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Funeral services for Mrs. Rivers Dean Clement, 84, of West Monroe will be held at 2:00 P.M. Saturday April 5, 2008 in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home in West Monroe with Rev. Russell Rhodes officiating. Burial will follow in Acree Cemetery in Point, LA. Mrs. Clement died April 3, 2008 at Glenwood Regional Medical Center. She was a 2nd Lieutenant in the United States Army serving as a registered nurse in a Mash Unit during WWII in Japan and the Phillipines. Mrs. Clement loved children, gardening and animals. She is preceded in death by her parents Elbert and Willie Dean, brothers, Curtis and Ferman Dean. Survivors include her children, Barbara Landes and husband Jim, Michael Clement and wife Kim, Brenda Breen and husband Peter, Rebecca Clement, Elizabeth Brown and husband Billy, Stephen Clement and wife Sarah; sister, Ester Kennedy and husband Troy; nine grandchildren, 12 great grandchildren, numerous nieces and nephews. Visitation will be from 5:00 P.M. until 7:00 P.M. Friday April 4, 2008 at Mulhearn Funeral Home in West Monroe, LA. Memorials may be made to the Ouachita Humane Society. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneral home.com

Thelma C. Brown, 85Thelma Carter Brown of West Monroe, a homemaker, died Tuesday. Services are 10 a.m. today at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Burial will be in Roselawn Memorial Gardens, Calhoun.

Annie Carter, 81
TALLULAH — Annie Carter died Monday. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at Beckwith Golden Gate Funeral Home, Tallulah. Visitation is 2-7 p.m. today at the funeral home.

Janett Chancellor, 71
Janett Rinicker Moulder Chancellor of Monroe, a retired BellSouth telephone operator, died Tuesday. Services are 2 p.m. today at First Baptist Church, Swartz. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe.

Beatrice Gale Davis, 49
Beatrice Gale Davis of Monroe, a nurse, died March 24. Services are 11 a.m. today Macedonia Baptist Church, Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens under the direction of Hester Central State Funeral Home, Monroe.

Curtis Lee Doyle, 63
WINNSBORO — Curtis Lee Doyle, a truck driver, died Monday. Services are 1 p.m. today at Truelight Baptist Church, Winnsboro. Burial will be in Morning Star Cemetery, Fort Necessity, under the direction of Richardson Funeral Home, Winnsboro.

Margaret Ann Hall, 56
BASTROP — Margaret Ann Hall, a private sitter, died Tuesday. Graveside services are 3 p.m. Sunday at Culbertson Cemetery, Farmerville. Visitation is 10 a.m. until noon Sunday at Cox Funeral Home, Bastrop.

Patricia Holstead, 77
Patricia Ann Mills Holstead of West Monroe, a credit manager, died Sunday. Services are 2 p.m. today at First Christian Church, Monroe. Visitation is 1 p.m. today until service time at the church. Burial will be in Douglas Cemetery, Choudrant, under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Betty Jo Humble, 77
Betty Jo Humble of West Monroe, a homemaker, died Wednesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Robert D. Jackson, 42
Robert Dean Jackson of Monroe, a truck driver, died Saturday. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at Smith Funeral Home, Monroe. Visitation is 1-6 p.m. today at the funeral home. Burial will be in Magnolia Cemetery, Monroe.

Rachel Jones, 87
TALLULAH — Rachel Jones died Monday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at St. John Baptist Church, Somerset. Wake service is 6 p.m. today at Beckwith Golden Gate Funeral Home, Tallulah. Burial will be in Oakwood Cemetery.

Peggy R. Kennedy, 67
FARMERVILLE — Peggy R. Kennedy, a retired nurse, died Wednesday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Farmerville. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. today at the funeral home. Burial will be in Liberty Hill Taylor Cemetery, Farmerville.

Kenneth C. Lewis, 78
ST. JOSEPH — Kenneth C. Lewis, a retired farmer, died Thursday. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at St. Joseph Baptist Church. Visitation is 5-7 p.m. today at Crothers-Glenwood Funeral Home, Tallulah. Burial will be in Legion Memorial Cemetery, Newellton.

Johnny M. Martin, 73
GRAYSON — Johnny Myrl Martin, a retired superintendent with the state Department of Transportation and Development, died Thursday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Riser Funeral Home, Columbia.

Robert W. McLeod, 35
COLLINSTON — Robert Wayne "Robbie" McLeod, a maintenance technician, died Thursday. Services are 2:30 p.m. Sunday at Cox Funeral Home, Bastrop. Visitation is 5-9 p.m. Saturday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Carter Cemetery, Collinston.

Alice B. Mingo, 93
CROWVILLE — Alice B. Mingo, a homemaker, died Wednesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Funerals by McFarland, Monroe.

Edna B. Mulhearn, 88
Edna Mae Brock Mulhearn of Monroe, a homemaker, died Tuesday. Services are 11 a.m. today at Parkview Baptist Church Chapel, Monroe. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe.

Sarah J. Patrick, 67
MARION — Sarah Jeanette Patrick, a homemaker, died Wednesday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Dean Baptist Church, Marion. Burial will be in the church cemetery under the direction of Funerals by McFarland, Monroe.

Bobby L. Roberts, 65
BOSSIER CITY — Bobby Lee Roberts, a retired Bossier City employee, died Wednesday. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at Edmonds Funeral Home, Jonesboro. Visitation is 1 p.m. Saturday until service time at the funeral home. Burial will be in Garden of Memories Cemetery, Jonesboro.

Carol Shaw, 70
PARAMOUNT, Calif. — Carol Shaw, a retired electrician formerly of Gilbert, died March 23. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Richardson Funeral Home, Winnsboro. Burial will be in State Place Cemetery, Gilbert.

Ruby J. Sehon, 86
MESA, Ariz. — Ruby J. Sehon, formerly of Monroe, a retired seamstress for Selig Manufacturing, died Sunday. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at Mulhearn Memorial Park Mausoleum, Monroe. Visitation is 5-7 p.m. today at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park, Monroe.

Daisy Starr, 88
Daisy Starr of Monroe, a homemaker, died March 28. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Hester Central State Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Little Creek Cemetery, Alto.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED:
Craten, Veola: 2:30 p.m. Saturday, New Morning Star, Lake Providence.
Folden Sr., Jimmy L.: 4 p.m. Saturday, Tillou Baptist Church, Bastrop.
Foster, Fannie Pearl: 2 p.m. today, First Baptist Church, Delhi.
Grobaker, Jimmie Howard: 2 p.m. today, The Covenant Church, Monroe.
Hunt, Hilda Mae Wallace: 10 a.m. Saturday, Golden Funeral Home, Bastrop.
Hunter, Otis Edward: 11 a.m. Saturday, St. Joe Baptist Church, Rhymes.
Jackson, Betty Jean: 1 p.m. Saturday, Hester Central State Funeral Home, Monroe.
O'Neal, Lillie B. Cheek: 2 p.m. today, Golden Funeral Home, Bastrop.
Rimmey, Keith J.: 1 p.m. Saturday, Newellton Elementary Gym, Newellton.
Robinson, Henry E.: 1 p.m. Saturday, Newlight Baptist Church, Wisner.
Williams, Peggy: noon Saturday, Mount Calvary Baptist Church, Lake Providence

April 5, 2008 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

FRANCISCO EDUARDO BOMBARDIER FRANCISCO EDUARDO BOMBARDIER A memorial service will be held for Francisco Eduardo Bombardier at 2:30 PM Sunday, April 6, 2008, at St. Paschal's Catholic Church, West Monroe, LA. Please feel free to attend the memorial service for Francisco. The Bombardier Family.

IN LOVING MEMORY OF "Q.T." Boyett 01-14-28 - 04-05-07 Gone a year but not forgotten although we are apart your spirit lives within us forever in our hearts. If love could have kept you alive you would have lived forever. We love you and miss you "Your Family"

JUDITH LOUISE WALL Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road, Monroe, LA Memorial services for Mrs. Judith Louise Wall, 66, of Monroe, will be held at 5:00 PM Monday, April 7, 2008, in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe, with Rev. Gary Griffith officiating. Mrs. Wall passed away Thursday, April 3, 2008, at St. Francis North Hospital. Survivors include her husband of forty-seven years, Milton Wall; two sons, David G. Wall and wife Dee, and Jimmy K. Wall and wife Vickie; three grandchildren, Cody Storm Wall, Kaylie Michelle Wall, and Cheyenne Wall; and one sister, Jeanette Stewart. Visitation will be Monday from 4:00 PM until service time at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneral home.com

KERRY D."DAWG" POWELL Kilpatrick Funeral Home Farmerville, LA Memorial services for Kerry D. "Dawg" Powell, 52, of Downsville, LA, will be held at 4:00 PM Saturday, April 5, 2008, at Dawg's Home on Littleton Loop Rd. in Downsville, LA. Bring your favorite story and enjoy the memories of Dawg. Mr. Powell was born on September 23, 1955 in West Monroe, LA., and passed away on April 3, 2008 at his residence in Downsville, LA. He was a member of Sons of the Confederacy. He is survived by his wife Joanna Powell, son; Keith Powell; granddaughters; Kylie Powell, Alexa Powell; daughter-in-law; Lindsey Powell, mother; Merry Bayles, father; Jimmy Powell and wife Peggy, sister; Dara Lee Hattaway, brother; James A. Powell, father-in-law and mother-in-law; Sonny and Blondell Bumgardner, nephew and niece; Shane and Amanda Defreese, sister-in-law and brother-in-law; Sheila and Randy Defreese, niece; Jamie Ward, nephew; Zack Powell and our very dear friends Rhonda and Terry Risher and their son, Josh. Pallbearers will be Bobbie Littleton; Lonnie Williamson; Carey Joe Thompson; Ricky Wooley; Johnny Ray Freeman; Terri Baxter, Pappy Phillips; Don Phillips, Joe Littleton; Christopher Wooley; Dennis Gunter; Jackie Gunter; Archie Williamson; Dusty Wooley; Kit Hayes, Lonnie Burgess, Chuck Bearden, Kenny Reeves, Todd Quarles, Larry Wooley, John Little, Graham Haney, Ashton Masters, and L.J. Wooley. Honorary Pallbearer will be Ali Karmani. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneral homes.com

MR. JOHNNY MYRL MARTIN Riser Funeral Home Columbia, La. 71418 Funeral services for Mr. Johnny Myrl Martin age 73 of Grayson will be held 3:00 PM Saturday, April 5, 2008 at the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witness in Olla, LA with Bro. Willie Hart officiating. Interment will follow in the Lowe Cemetery at Kelly, LA. Johnny Myrl Martin was born on January 18, 1935 in Kelly, LA to the union of his parents, Lee Reese and Ina Crick Martin. He passed from this life on Thursday, April 3, 2008 following an extended illness. Mr. Martin was a superintendent of the Louisiana State Department of Transportation & Development and retired after 38 years of service. He was preceded in death by his parents, his daughter, Tia Juana Martin Morgan, his granddaughter, CaShonda Martin and a brother, Basil Lee Martin. Survivors include his wife, Shirley Ashley Martin of Grayson, his son and daughter-in-law, Willis Gene & Jeri Duke Martin of Grayson, son, Darryl K. Martin of Grayson, son-in-law, Michael A. Morgan of Woolen Lake Community, sister, Evelyn Grace Weeks of Jonesville, grandchildren; Holly Martin, Diana Martin, Brandon Martin, Duke Martin, Tanner Morgan, Steven Burns, Brandy Burns and Michael Gonzalez. Pallbearers will be Shannon Lemons, Will Minger, Craig Moore, Don McKeithen, Donald Martinez, and Favian Masters. Visitation will be Saturday at 9:00 AM until time of service at the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witness in Olla, LA.

TRESSIE JEAN COLSON RENEAU Kilpatrick Funeral Home 1200 Lamy Lane Monroe, Louisiana 71201 Funeral Services for Tressie Jean Colson Reneau, 79, of Monroe will be held at 2:00 PM on Sunday, April 6, 2008 in the Chapel of the Kilpatrick Funeral Home of Monroe, 1200 Lamy Lane with Rev. Rodney J. Sanders officiating. Interment will follow in the Loch Arbor Baptist Church Cemetery under the direction of the Kilpatrick Funeral Home of Monroe. Mrs. Reneau was born February 8, 1929, in Spencer, LA, a daughter of the late Robert and Rosa Nolan Colson. She passed away on April 4, 2008 following a lengthy illness. A retired Ouachita Parish School Teacher, she was an accomplished pianist and love to perform everything from classical music to jazz, blues to rock and roll, and often embellished the Sunday services at First Baptist of Swartz, her home church and other churches in the community. Her husband, Leon Ray Reneau, and 2 sons, Ronnie Lee and David Michael Reneau, preceded her in death. Survivors include her 4 daughters, Linda Reneau, Karen Reneau and husband, David Ness, Paula Jones and husband, Larry, and Barbara McKenzie and husband, Michael; a sister, Nell Powell; 5 grandchildren; and a great grandchild. Family members will serve as pallbearers. Visitation will be Sunday afternoon, April 6, 2008 from 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM at the funeral home on Lamy Lane. Online condolence messages may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneral homes.com

Vera M. Colvin, 75
BROKEN ARROW, Okla. — Vera M. Colvin, a homemaker, died Friday. Graveside services are 10 a.m. Tuesday at Forest Lawn Cemetery, Ruston, under the direction of Owens Memorial Chapel Funeral Home.

Roy Cooke Jr., 71
BOSSIER CITY — Roy Cooke Jr., a retired Lorillard Tobacco Co. salesman, died Friday. A first service will be at 2 p.m. Monday at Cypress Baptist Church, Benton. Visitation will start at 10 a.m. at the church. There will be a second service at 2 p.m. Tuesday at Calvary Baptist Church at Gilbert with visitation starting at 7 p.m. Monday at the church. Burial will be in South Central Cemetery, Wisner under the direction of Young's Community Funeral Home, Winnsboro.

Ronald D. Covington Jr. 44
Ronald Dean Covington Jr. of West Monroe, an employee of Warren Trucking Co., died Friday. Services are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Jeffrey Marx Dray, 48
MER ROUGE — Jeffrey Marx Dray, a bricklayer, died Saturday. Services are 10 a.m. Monday at Mulhearn Memorial Park Mausoleum, Monroe. Visitation is 9 a.m. until service time at the mausoleum. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe.

Martha Grant, 74
MER ROUGE — Martha Grant, a cafeteria tech, died Thursday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Bastrop.

Ida Belle Renfrow, 69
NATCHEZ, Miss. — Ida Belle Renfrow, a secretary with Natchez Equipment, died Saturday. Services are 10 a.m. Monday at Young's Funeral Home, Jonesville. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. today at the funeral home. Burial will be in Heard Cemetery, Manifest.

Judith Louise Wall, 66
Judith Louise Wall of Monroe, a licensed florist, died Thursday. A memorial service will be at 5 p.m. Monday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe.

Samuel L. Williams, 66
Samuel L. Williams of Monroe, a laborer, died Friday. Services are incomplete under the direction of Smith Funeral Home, Monroe.

Previously acknowledged:
Collins, Grady B. "Buddy": 2 p.m. today, Ruston Church of Christ.
Goleman, Rev. Webster P.: 2 p.m. today, Riser Funeral Home, Columbia.
Hall, Margaret Ann: 3 p.m. today, Culbertson Cemetery, Farmerville.
Hamilton, Dorothy Ann: 2 p.m. Monday, Young Funeral Home, Ferriday.
Johnson, Robert Earl: 11 a.m. today, Hester Central State Funeral Home, Monroe.
La Fay B. "Mama Fay" Laird: 2 p.m. today, Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe.
McLeod, Robert Wayne "Robbie": 2:30 p.m. today, Cox Funeral Home, Bastrop.
Nicklas, Irene: 2 p.m. today, Union Grove Baptist Church, Lillie.
Roesemeier, Oscar Charles: 11 a.m. Monday, Edmonds Funeral Home, Jonesboro.
Womack, Mary Lee McMillan: 2 p.m. today, Sweetwater Baptist Church, Quitman

April 6, 2008 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

JANIE BERDELL POGUE Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road, Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mrs. Janie Berdell Pogue, 89, of Monroe will be held at 2:00 PM Wednesday, April 9, 2008 in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road with Rev. Marcel Crow officiating. Interment will follow at Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery. Mrs. Pogue passed away Saturday, April 4, 2008. She was a member of Reveille United Methodist Church. She was preceded in death by her husband, Jack P. Pogue, Sr. Survivors include her sons, Jack P. Pogue, Jr., Tom H. Pogue, and J. Allan Pogue; Nine Nephews; Five Nieces; Six Grandchildren; Five Great Grandchildren. Visitation will be Tuesday, April 8, 2008 from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneral home.com

JOSEPH W. (POP) COOPER Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road, Monroe, LA Funeral services will be held for Mr. Joseph W. Cooper, 92, of Monroe, at 1:00 PM Monday, April 7, 2008 in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road with Dr. Whit Holmes officiating. Interment will follow at Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery. Mr. Cooper passed away Saturday, April 5, 2008. He was a member of Parkview Baptist Church and a WWII Veteran of the Army Air Corps. Survivors include his wife of sixty-seven years, Mildred B. Cooper; daughter, Judy C. Martin and husband Kimber Ledet; granddaughter, Lori Bernard and husband Stan; grandson, Todd C. Martin; great grandsons, Jace and Jett Bernard, and Derek Bernard; brother, Alton (Jiggs) Cooper and wife Hilda; sister, Agnes Graff; sisters-in-law, Shirley Edwards and husband Keith; Audrey Varner, and Margaret Noble; brother-in-law, Herbert Brown and wife Mary; along with numerous nieces and nephews, who were dear to his heart. Pallbearers will be Stan Bernard, Derek Bernard, Rusty Babb, David Ford, Ralph Wells, and Ronald Babb. Honorary pallbearers will be Kimber Ledet, Sonny Smith, Herbert Brown, and Johnny Glover. Visitation will be Sunday, April 6, 2008 from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road. The family would like to extend a heartfelt thanks to Dr. Ronald Woods, Dr. Don Hammett, and the caring staff at Cornerstone Hospital. Affectionately known by all who knew him as "Pop", he will be lovingly remembered. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneral home.com

LA FAY B. (MAMA FAY) LAIRD Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road, Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mrs. La Fay B. (Mama Fay) Laird, 84, of Monroe, will be held at 2:00 PM Sunday, April 6, 2008, in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe, with Rev. David Worthington of North Monroe Baptist Church officiating. Interment will follow in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery. Mrs. Laird was born October 11, 1923, in Cohay, MS and passed away Thursday, April 3, 2008. Mama Fay was a devoted wife, caring for her husband for many years. She was also a loving mother and grandmother. She was a long time supporter of Ouachita High School sports and NLU basketball where she was a member of the Super Bum Section. Mama Fay was also a member of North Monroe Baptist Church and the JOY Sunday School Class. She was preceded in death by her husband, Webber A. Laird; granddaughter, Leigh Ann Carlton; and sisters, Jewel Russell, and Frankie Cooley. Survivors include her daughters, DiAnn and Glen McAdams, and Gail and Tom (Tuck) Dupuy; grandchildren, Pamela and Scot Morgan, Ben and Michelle Carlton, Amanda and Brett McMurray, Debi and Chris Thompson, and Lori and Paul Hursey; great grandchildren, Chandler, Reid, Greyson, and Kennedy Fay Morgan, Cooper Laird Carlton, Decatur McMurray, Mitchell and Blake Thompson, and Gavin and Audrey Hursey; numerous nieces and nephews, and also, dear friend, Ruby Villers. Pallbearers will be Ben Carlton, Scot Morgan, Brett McMurray, Paul Hursey, Chris Thompson, Mike Bishop, Jr., and Justin Bishop. Visitation will be Sunday from 11:00 AM until 2:00 PM at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneral home.com

REV. WEBSTER P. GOLEMAN Riser Funeral Home Columbia,LA. Funeral services for Rev. Webster P. Goleman age 71 of Grayson will be held 2:00 PM Sunday April 6, 2008 from the Columbia chapel of Riser Funeral Home. Rev. Douglas Fullenwider will officiate. Interment will follow in the Welcome Home Cemetery at Grayson. Webster Pierce Goleman was born on April 17, 1936 at Baskin, LA to the union of his parents James Robert & Nora Mae McCoy Goleman. He was also preceded in death by his great grand child Tyler Burnside and by his brothers Armster Harrison, Clifton Harrison, Harvey Goleman and J.W. Goleman . He was a Veteran of the Korean Conflict and served numerous churches throughout the country including Clarks Assembley of God, Clarks, LA and his last pastorate Wisner Assembley of God, Wisner, LA. Survivors include his wife Mrs. Ora Mae Jones Goleman of Grayson. His son Danny Ray Goleman of Grayson. His Daughters Mae Rowton, Junction City, AR, and Rita Clark and her husband Odis of Grayson, LA. Six beloved grand children Ashley Bentley, Tripper Rowton, Candice Burnside, Heather Pepper, Torrie Tarver, Kyle Goleman. Eight great grand children Matthew Clark, Doug Riddle, Grant Rottinghaus, Brooke Burnside, Dallis Bentley, Ali Bentley, Hannah Rowton, and Hannah Tarver. Serving as pallbearers will be Charles Kimbrough, Bryan Chappell, Rocky Gallagher, Robbis Simms, and Brian Bentley. The Goleman family will receive visitors on Sunday from Noon until time of service at the Riser Funeral Home, 7131 U S Highway 165, Columbia, LA.

VIRGINIA LAING NEWMAN Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road, Monroe, LA Services for Mrs. Virginia Laing Newman, 76, of Monroe, will be held at 3:00 PM Monday, April 7, in the chapel at Mulhearn's Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe, with the Reverend Bruce Rux officiating. Interment will follow at Riverview Cemetery, Monroe. Visitation will be Sunday, from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM and from 2:00 PM until service time Monday at Mulhearn Funeral Home. Virginia was born on January 1, 1932 in Morehouse Parish and departed this life on April 3, 2008 after a lengthy illness. Valedictorian of the 1950 graduating class of Neville High School, she went on to receive a bachelor's degree from La. Tech University and worked as a legal secretary for both Hudson, Potts and Bernstein and Davenport, Files, and Kelly law firms. She retired from there after 23 years to enjoy her favorite activities of growing roses and spending time with her grandchildren and beloved dachshunds. She is survived by her mother, Mrs. Evelyn Laing, her daughters, Annice Ernst and husband Jay of Monroe, Angela Washam and husband Greg, of Shreveport, and her grandchildren, Elizabeth and Timothy Ernst and Nathan Washam. She was preceded in death by her father, W.R. Laing, brother, James Laing and her husband, L.A. Newman, Jr. Known for her work ethic and strength, she possessed a bull-dog determination to meet whatever challenge life threw at her, a quality that served her well through an illness that would have made most people roll over and give up. She battled cancer as she battled life, refusing to admit defeat even to the very end, giving her family precious time with her that they will always remember. Pallbearers: Jay Ernst Tom Ernst, Tim Ernst, Jeff Ernst, Greg Washam, Jim Price. Honorary Pallbearers: The attorneys of Davenport, Files and Kelly Law Firm. The family wishes to thank the wonderful staff of Agape' Northeast Hospice for their caring and compassion not only for our mother but for us as well. We also wish to thank Dr. Scott Irby for his excellent care all of these years. We give her back to you Lord,Who gave her to us. Just as you did not lose her in giving, so we do not lose her by her return, because what you give, you do not take away as long as we are yours.For life is Eternal and Love is Immortal and Death is only a Horizon, and a Horizon is nothing more than the limit of our sight. -Anonymous Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneral home.com

WILLIAM C. "BILL" STAAB Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road, Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mr. William C"Bill" Staab, 81, of Monroe, will be held at 10:00 AM Wednesday, April 9, 2008 at Jesus the Good Shepherd Catholic Church with Rev. Mark Watson and Monsignor Edmund Moore officiating. Interment will follow at Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery in Monroe, LA. Mr. Staab passed away Thursday, April 3, 2008. Mr. Staab was born in Springfield, IL on February 12, 1927. He was a graduate of Cathedral Boys High School, Springfield Junior College and received the degree of Bachelor of Science in Commerce in 1949 from St. Louis University. He went on to attend Law School at the University and graduated at the top of his class, receiving the degree of Bachelor of Laws in 1954. He was a partner in the firm of Sullivan, Staab & Joyce for a short time before coming to Monroe in 1961, where he started the Trust Division at the Ouachita National Bank. Mr. Staab's entire life was dedicated to his Church, Family, and Community. He was a Lay Trustee of Jesus the Good Shepherd Church for twenty-five years, having served as President of the Parish Council and Finance Committee. He also served as Eucharistic Minister. Mr. Staab was a past board member at St. Joseph's Home. Having received two Diocesan Service Medals, he also received Papal Honors as a Knight of St. Gregory, as well as Knight of the Holy Sepulchre. His civic activities included President of the Monroe Kiwanis Club, Past Treasurer for many years of the Boy Scouts of America (Ouachita Valley Council) for which he received the Silver Beaver Award. He served as Chairman of the Trust Division of the LA. Bankers Association and later served on the Board of Directors at Premier Bank. He was also a member of the Lotus Club and Bayou Desiard Country Club. Mr. Staab was preceded in death by his parents, Carl H. Staab and Helen Metzger Staab; his sister, Dorothy Louise; and brother, James Staab, all of Springfield, IL. Mr. Staab is survived by his wife of fifty-two years, Nancy; three children, Mr. William Carl Staab, Jr. and his wife Dianna of Niles, MI, Patrick Paul Staab of Memphis, TN, and Jennifer Staab Boykin of Monroe; six grandsons, Zak, Will, and Daniel Staab of Niles, MI, Thomas Staab of Little Rock, AR, and Corbin and Avery Boykin of Monroe; brothers, Dr. Paul Staab of New Orleans, LA, Mr. John Staab of Tucson, AZ and Richard Staab of Springfield, IL; sister, Helen Sullivan; sister-in-law, Betty Staab, both of Springfield. Pallbearers will be Jimmy Bershen, Chris Edwards, Steve Haedicke, Michael Sullivan, Greg Sullivan, and Ben Staab. Honorary pallbearers will be Dr. Richard Blanchard, Billy Edmondson, Craig Henry, Johnny Johnson, Paul Kirkpatrick, Bill Kelly, H. Russell Wood III, Dr. Eugene Worthen and members of the Kiwanis Club. Visitation will be on Tuesday, April 8, 2008 from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM with a wake starting at 6:00 PM at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road. Memorials may be made to Jesus the Good Shepherd Catholic Church or St. Frederick High School of Monroe. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneral home.com

Vera M. Colvin, 75
BROKEN ARROW, Okla. — Vera M. Colvin, a homemaker, died Friday. Graveside services are 10 a.m. Tuesday at Forest Lawn Cemetery, Ruston, under the direction of Owens Memorial Chapel Funeral Home.

Roy Cooke Jr., 71
BOSSIER CITY — Roy Cooke Jr., a retired Lorillard Tobacco Co. salesman, died Friday. A first service will be at 2 p.m. Monday at Cypress Baptist Church, Benton. Visitation will start at 10 a.m. at the church. There will be a second service at 2 p.m. Tuesday at Calvary Baptist Church at Gilbert with visitation starting at 7 p.m. Monday at the church. Burial will be in South Central Cemetery, Wisner under the direction of Young's Community Funeral Home, Winnsboro.

Ronald D. Covington Jr. 44
Ronald Dean Covington Jr. of West Monroe, an employee of Warren Trucking Co., died Friday. Services are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Jeffrey Marx Dray, 48
MER ROUGE — Jeffrey Marx Dray, a bricklayer, died Saturday. Services are 10 a.m. Monday at Mulhearn Memorial Park Mausoleum, Monroe. Visitation is 9 a.m. until service time at the mausoleum. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe.

Martha Grant, 74
MER ROUGE — Martha Grant, a cafeteria tech, died Thursday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Bastrop.

Ida Belle Renfrow, 69
NATCHEZ, Miss. — Ida Belle Renfrow, a secretary with Natchez Equipment, died Saturday. Services are 10 a.m. Monday at Young's Funeral Home, Jonesville. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. today at the funeral home. Burial will be in Heard Cemetery, Manifest.

Judith Louise Wall, 66
Judith Louise Wall of Monroe, a licensed florist, died Thursday. A memorial service will be at 5 p.m. Monday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe.

Samuel L. Williams, 66
Samuel L. Williams of Monroe, a laborer, died Friday. Services are incomplete under the direction of Smith Funeral Home, Monroe.

Previously acknowledged:
Collins, Grady B. "Buddy": 2 p.m. today, Ruston Church of Christ.
Goleman, Rev. Webster P.: 2 p.m. today, Riser Funeral Home, Columbia.
Hall, Margaret Ann: 3 p.m. today, Culbertson Cemetery, Farmerville.
Hamilton, Dorothy Ann: 2 p.m. Monday, Young Funeral Home, Ferriday.
Johnson, Robert Earl: 11 a.m. today, Hester Central State Funeral Home, Monroe.
La Fay B. "Mama Fay" Laird: 2 p.m. today, Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe.
McLeod, Robert Wayne "Robbie": 2:30 p.m. today, Cox Funeral Home, Bastrop.
Nicklas, Irene: 2 p.m. today, Union Grove Baptist Church, Lillie.
Roesemeier, Oscar Charles: 11 a.m. Monday, Edmonds Funeral Home, Jonesboro.
Womack, Mary Lee McMillan: 2 p.m. today, Sweetwater Baptist Church, Quitma

April 7, 2008 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

FRANCES BROWN Booneville Funeral Home Booneville, MS Frances B. White Brown, 97, went to be with her Saviour Friday, April 4, 2008, at the Landmark Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Booneville, MS. She was born October 4, 1910, to George and Fannie Beasley in Hazlehurst, Miss. She later moved to Brookhaven, MS, where she graduated from high school and attained a business education degree from Whitworth College. After her marriage to Eugene White in 1940, she moved to Monroe, LA, where she was employed by Scott Truck and Tractor Company for more than 30 years. Frances was a long time member of Parkview Baptist Church in Monroe and was a faithful member of her Sunday school class. Her husband died in 1982. She married F.A. Brown Sr. in 1989, and he died in 1992. In 2000, she moved to Booneville, Miss., to be near her sister, Susie McCoy and family. Throughout her life she was devoted to her family, her many friends, and her church. She was highly regarded by her many business associates for her loyal and endearing qualities and her outstanding capabilities. She loved traveling, working cross word puzzles, and children. Although she had no children of her own, she had many "adopted" children, which included nieces and nephews, neighbors, and others. Her eyes lit up when a child was around. Services in Booneville will be at 10:00 AM Monday at Booneville Funeral Home with Rev. Jackie Spencer officiating. Services in Monroe, La., will be at 2:00 PM Tuesday at the Mulhearn Mausoleum Chapel with Bro. Terry Barnes officiating. Entombment will be in the Mulhearn Mausoleum. Survivors include three sisters, Susie McCoy of Booneville, Bess Hood of Norman, OK, and Jane Brown of Hot Springs, AR; a sister-in-law, Veta Grace Beasley of Brookhaven; and numerous nieces and nephews. Also surviving are special step grandchildren, Randy (Teresa) Brown, Scott (Robin) Brown, and Janice (Tommy) Comeaux and their children, all of West Monroe, LA, and other members of the F.A. Brown Sr. family. She was preceded in death by her husband of 42 years, Gene White, and her husband of three years, F.A. Brown Sr.; her parents; a sister, Hazel Higdon; and a brother, Sidney Beasley. Visitation in Booneville will be from 2:00 PM until 5:00 PM Sunday at Booneville Funeral Home. Visitation in Monroe will be Tuesday from Noon until service time at the Mulhearn Mausoleum Chapel. Memorials may be made to Louisiana Baptist Children's Home, P.O. Box 4196, Monroe, LA 71211.

MRS. HAZEL G. PARKS Kilpatrick Funeral Home Ruston, LA Funeral services for Mrs. Hazel G. Parks, age 95, of Ruston, LA, will be held at 2:30 PM on Monday, April 7, 2008 at Emmanuel Baptist Church in Ruston, LA. Rev Ronny Parks and Dr. Michael Hawley will be officiating with burial to follow at Greenwood Cemetery under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home in Ruston, LA. Mrs. Parks was born in Farmerville, LA on November 9, 1912 and passed away in Ruston on Sunday, April 6, 2008. Mrs. Parks was charter member of Emmanuel Baptist where she taught children's Sunday School for many years. She also retired from Louisiana Tech University in Food Service. Mrs. Parks was preceded in death by three brothers, one sister, and her husband Warford Scott Parks. She is survived by her son: Warford Wayne Parks and wife Betty of Ruston; grandchildren Ken Parks and wife Melissa of Alexandria, LA, and Cherie Byers and husband Justin of Shreveport, LA; great grandchildren: Kale, Molly, and Mira Parks; and Jaxson Byers; sister Rebecca Parks of Natchitoches, LA; several nieces and nephews. The family would like to extend a special thanks to Alpine Guest Care, Mr. Duggan, Mrs. Fields, the outstanding East Wing Caregivers, Agape' Hospice and Dr. J.V. Jones. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneral homes.com

REV. WEBSTER P. GOLEMAN Riser Funeral Home Columbia, LA Funeral services for Rev. Webster P. Goleman age 71 of Grayson will be held 2:00 PM Sunday April 6.2008 from the Columbia chapel of Riser Funeral Home. Rev. Douglas Fullenwider will officiate. Interment will follow in the Welcome Home Cemetery at Grayson. Webster Pierce Goleman was born on April 17, 1936 at Baskin, LA to the union of his parents James Robert & Nora Mae McCoy Goleman. He was also preceded in death by his great grand child Tyler Burnside and by his brothers Armster Harrison, Clifton Harrison, Harvey Goleman and J.W. Goleman . He was a Veteran of the Korean Conflict and served numerous churches throughout the country including Clarks Assembley of God, Clarks, LA. and his last pastorate Wisner Assembley of God, Wisner, LA. Survivors include his wife Mrs. Ora Mae Jones Goleman of Grayson. His son-Danny Ray Goleman of Grayson. His Daughters Mae Rowton, Junction City, AR And Rita Clark and her husband Odis of Grayson, LA. His Brothers James Goleman, and O. C. Goleman, and a sister Mrs. Edna Mayberry. Six beloved grand children Ashley Bentley, Tripper Rowton, Candice Burnside, Heather Pepper, Torrie Tarver, Kyle Goleman. Eight great grand children-Matthew Clark, Doug Riddle, Grant Rottinghaus, Brooke Burnside ,Dallis Bentley, Ali Bentley, Hannah Rowton, and Hannah Tarver. Serving as pallbearers will be Charles Kimbrough, Bryan Chappell, Rocky Gallagher, Robbis Simms, and Brian Bentley. The Goleman family will receive visitors on Sunday from Noon until time of service at the Riser Funeral Home, 7131 U S Highway 165, Columbia, LA.

RONALD DEAN COVINGTON, JR. Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral services for Ronald Dean Covington, Jr., 42, will be held in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home in West Monroe on Tuesday, April 8, 2008 at 2:00 PM with Rev. Dan McLure officiating. Interment will follow at Twin Cities Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral in West Monroe. Mr. Covington was born September 22, 1965 in Biturg, Germany and passed away Friday, April 4, 2008 in West Monroe, LA. He was a resident of West Monroe. Mr. Covington was a Veteran of the United States Navy and loved to hunt. He also loved the New Orleans Saints and his trucking jobs. He was preceded in death by his father, Ronald D. Covington Sr. Survivors include: one son, Chris Covington; two stepsons, Travis Whitlock, and Louis Whitlock; one daughter, Heather Covington; mother, Judy Covington; brother, Kenny Covington and wife Tamara; sister, Cathy Ross and husband Danny; numerous nieces and nephews. Pallbearers will be Michael McMellon, Louis Whitlock, Ray Whitlock, Allen Balsamo, Eddie Antley and Lanny Dortch. Honorary Pallbearer W. D. Perkins. Visitation will be from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM Monday at Mulhearn Funeral Home in West Monroe. Memorials may be made to the Louisiana Baptist Children's Home in Monroe, LA. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneral home.com

VERA M. COLVIN Owens Memorial Chapel Funeral Home Ruston, LA Graveside services for Vera Holloway Colvin of Ruston, age 78 of Broken Arrow, OK, formerly of Ferriday and Ruston, are scheduled for Tuesday, April 8, 2008 at 10:00 AM at Forest Lawn Memorial Park in Ruston under the direction of Owens Memorial Chapel Funeral Home of Ruston. Mrs. Colvin died Friday, April 4, 2008, in Broken Arrow, Ok after a long illness. She was born the daughter of Willis and Liddie Holloway in Baskin, LA on September 15, 1929. She grew up in Lincoln Parish and graduated from Ruston High School in 1946. She married Arnold Colvin in 1950. She lived in Concordia Parish for 40 years and then later moved back to Ruston to be near family. She worked several years at both Louisiana Gas Company and Louisiana Power and Light in Ferriday. She was a member of the Ferriday Church of Christ and the Northside Church of Christ in Ruston. She was preceded in death by her husband, Arnold Colvin; sisters Audrey Newell and Millie Rainwater; and brothers Bill Holloway, Dayton Holloway, and Sebron Holloway. Survivors include a daughter, Debbie Colvin of Broken Arrow, OK, and a son, Lavelle Colvin of Bossier City. She is also survived by one brother, Vernon Holloway of FL and numerous nieces and nephews. The family requests that any memorials be made to the Alzheimer's Association or the charity of the donor's choice. Visitation is will be held Monday, April 7, 2008 from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM at Owens Memorial Chapel Funeral Home. To leave a memorial message for the family, please visit www.owensmemorial funeralhome.com.

Vera M. Colvin, 75
BROKEN ARROW, Okla. — Vera M. Colvin, a homemaker, died Friday. Graveside services are 10 a.m. Tuesday at Forest Lawn Cemetery, Ruston, under the direction of Owens Memorial Chapel Funeral Home.

Roy Cooke Jr., 71
BOSSIER CITY — Roy Cooke Jr., a retired Lorillard Tobacco Co. salesman, died Friday. A first service will be at 2 p.m. Monday at Cypress Baptist Church, Benton. Visitation will start at 10 a.m. at the church. There will be a second service at 2 p.m. Tuesday at Calvary Baptist Church at Gilbert with visitation starting at 7 p.m. Monday at the church. Burial will be in South Central Cemetery, Wisner under the direction of Young's Community Funeral Home, Winnsboro.

Ronald D. Covington Jr. 44
Ronald Dean Covington Jr. of West Monroe, an employee of Warren Trucking Co., died Friday. Services are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Jeffrey Marx Dray, 48
MER ROUGE — Jeffrey Marx Dray, a bricklayer, died Saturday. Services are 10 a.m. Monday at Mulhearn Memorial Park Mausoleum, Monroe. Visitation is 9 a.m. until service time at the mausoleum. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe.

Martha Grant, 74
MER ROUGE — Martha Grant, a cafeteria tech, died Thursday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Bastrop.

Ida Belle Renfrow, 69
NATCHEZ, Miss. — Ida Belle Renfrow, a secretary with Natchez Equipment, died Saturday. Services are 10 a.m. Monday at Young's Funeral Home, Jonesville. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. today at the funeral home. Burial will be in Heard Cemetery, Manifest.

Judith Louise Wall, 66
Judith Louise Wall of Monroe, a licensed florist, died Thursday. A memorial service will be at 5 p.m. Monday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe.

Samuel L. Williams, 66
Samuel L. Williams of Monroe, a laborer, died Friday. Services are incomplete under the direction of Smith Funeral Home, Monroe.

Previously acknowledged:
Collins, Grady B. "Buddy": 2 p.m. today, Ruston Church of Christ.
Goleman, Rev. Webster P.: 2 p.m. today, Riser Funeral Home, Columbia.
Hall, Margaret Ann: 3 p.m. today, Culbertson Cemetery, Farmerville.
Hamilton, Dorothy Ann: 2 p.m. Monday, Young Funeral Home, Ferriday.
Johnson, Robert Earl: 11 a.m. today, Hester Central State Funeral Home, Monroe.
La Fay B. "Mama Fay" Laird: 2 p.m. today, Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe.
McLeod, Robert Wayne "Robbie": 2:30 p.m. today, Cox Funeral Home, Bastrop.
Nicklas, Irene: 2 p.m. today, Union Grove Baptist Church, Lillie.
Roesemeier, Oscar Charles: 11 a.m. Monday, Edmonds Funeral Home, Jonesboro.
Womack, Mary Lee McMillan: 2 p.m. today, Sweetwater Baptist Church, Quitman.

April 8, 2008 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

ELIZA HAYES GATES Kilpatrick Funeral Home Farmerville, LA Funeral services for Eliza Hayes Gates, 94, of Farmerville, LA, will be held at 3:00 PM Wednesday, April 9, 2008, at Rocky Branch Baptist Church in Rocky Branch. Officiating will be Woodson McGuffee and Rev. James Mooney. Interment will follow in Rocky Branch Cemetery under direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home in Farmerville, LA. Eliza Gates was born on November 4, 1913 in Salem Community, LA and passed away on April 6, 2008 at Glenwood Regional Medical Center in West Monroe, LA. She is preceded in death by her parents Ben and Etta Ham Hayes, 6 brothers, 2 sisters, husband, Robert (Bobcat) Gates, son's-in-law, Bill Mashaw and J.D "Jake" Halley and great grandchild Jonah Hearron. She is survived by her 6 daughter's, Frenchie G. Halley of Farmerville, LA; Carolyn Dean and husband Jimmy of Farmerville, LA; Grey Temple and husband R. A. of Big Sandy, TX; Alesia Bynum and husband Harvey of Rocky Branch, LA; Sharon Gates of Salisbury, N.C.; Karen Walker and husband David of Fayeteville, N.C.; son's, Robert B. Gates and wife Susan of Rocky Branch LA; Terry L. Gates and wife Linda of Rocky Branch, LA; 22 grandchildren, 41 great-grandchildren and 16 great-great-grandchildren with numerous neice's, nephews and friends. Visitation will be Tuesday, April 8, 2008 from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM at the church. Pallbearers will be Jason Halley, Stacey Gates, Jim Dean, Nicholas Halley and Jacob Halley. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneral homes.com

GEORGE ROBERT JOHNSON MULHEARN FUNERAL HOME WINNSBORO, LA Services for Mr. George Robert Johnson, of Winnsboro, LA will be at 2:00 PM, Tuesday, April 8, 2008 at Temple Baptist Church in Winnsboro, LA with Dr. Bill Robertson, Rev. James Mooney, and Rev. Jason Foster officiating. Interment will follow in Roselawn Memorial Cemetery in Calhoun, LA under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home of Winnsboro. Mr. Johnson was born in Winnsboro, LA on July 9, 1936. He was a member of Temple Baptist Church and was an automobile dealer. He passed away on April 5, 2008. He was preceded in death by his parents; Malcolm and Lillie Johnson, son; Jeff "Deaux Boy" Johnson, brothers; Nevels and Royce Johnson. Survivors include: His wife of 50 years: Shirley Peoples Johnson; Daughter-in-Law, Terry Ward Johnson; Sister: Melba Johnson Jones; Sister-in-Law, Clovis Johnson, Sister-in-Law: Carolyn Peoples Wright and husband Johnny; Step-granddaughter: Brandi Shurden and husband, Mitch and their children: Logan and Luke, who were the love of his life; Numerous Nephews and Nieces and friends. Pallbearers will be: Winton Lofton, Lee Morris, Gerald Wolleson, Alton Thames, Michael Jones and Terry Johnson. Honorary Pallbearers will be: Temple Baptist Church's Thursday Mornings Men's Prayer Breakfast Group, Bro. William Busby, Clifton Davis, Willie Pitman, Buddy Tatum, Alvin Hatten, Bunny McMurray, John Boughton, and Bro. Jason Foster, Johnny Pace , Travis White and J. A. "Pick" Pickering. Memorials may be made to Temple Baptist Church or St. Jude's Research Center. Online condolences may be made to www.mulhearnfuneral home.com

GROVER LEVON HARVEY Cox Funeral Home Delhi, LA Grover Levon Harvey of Delhi, LA, passed away Sunday, April 6, 2008 at his home in Delhi after a lengthy illness. "Mr. Grover", as he was known by many, was born in Prentiss, Mississippi January 24, 1923. He moved to Delhi in 1930 where he lived for the past 78 years. A local business man, he was owner and operator of Harvey Brothers Grocery, Cordies Beauty Shop, and was also retired from the Richland Parish School System after driving a school bus for 32 years. Mr. Grover's greatest joy and legacy was his desire and willingness to help his fellow man. He was always seen with his biggest smile when he was doing good 'ole manual labor to help a friend or family member from working in the yard, planting the garden, or building a house he was always there to help. Mr. Grover was a 60 year member of the First Baptist Church of Delhi, and taught Sunday School for 40 of those years. Mr. Grover, a lover of life was a 52 year cancer survivor. He is preceded in death by his mother, Edna Harvey and father Burt Andrew Harvey, a brother J P Harvey, a sister Lucille McEacharn, and his special helper and friend John C. Hutton. He is survived by his loving wife of 58 years, Cordie Harvey of Delhi; daughter and son in law Judy and Johnny Cutler of Monroe; the light of his life and only grandchild Ashley Cutler of Baton Rouge; a sister Birdie Chapman of Delhi; two very special nieces Margaret Vroom of Austin, Texas and Linda Bills of Dallas, Texas; a nephew Peevy Harvey of Monroe and his dedicated and loyal caregiver Faye Martin. Services will be held at the First Baptist Church, Delhi on Wednesday, April 9, 2008 at 11:00 AM with Dr. Marcus Murphy officiating. Visitation will be held from 6:00 until 8:00 PM Tuesday at Cox Funeral Home in Delhi. Burial will be in the Delhi Masonic Cemetery under the direction of Cox Funeral Home. Pallbearers will be Greg Lewis, Michael Vroom, Shaun Bills, Peevy Harvey, Prentiss Wilks and Larry Richardson. To leave a message of condolence to the family please visit our website at www.coxfuneral.com.

JUANITA PEACOCK RUTLEDGE Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mrs. Juanita Peacock Rutledge, 84, of West Monroe, LA will be held at 10:00 AM, Wednesday, April 9, 2008 at Mt. Vernon Baptist Church with Reverend Woody Rimes officiating. Interment will follow at the Rutledge Cemetery on Ed Rutledge Road in West Monroe, LA under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Mrs. Rutledge was born in Ouachita Parish, on October 13, 1923 and passed away Sunday April 6, 2008 in West Monroe. She was a graduate of Ouachita Parish High School. Mrs. Rutledge was a fifty year member of Mt. Vernon Baptist Church teaching Sunday School for many years. Mrs. Rutledge was a member of the Ouachita Extension Homemaker's Club from 1947 -2003, holding numerous offices during this time. Mrs. Rutledge attended State Extension Homemaker's Convention each year she was a member. She was a delegate and national officer at the National Convention from 1997-2003. Mrs. Rutledge was preceded in death by her first husband Wayne Hardwick, son Wayne Hardwick, Jr., husband G.E. 'Shorty" Rutledge, sister Ruth Wilson, Little Rock, Ark, brothers Joseph Grant Peacock and wife Beth, West Monroe, LA, Frank Peacock, Wiggins, MS, Dr. Milton Peacock, West Monroe, LA. Mrs. Rutledge is survived by sons Larry Rutledge and wife Janet, West Monroe, LA., Steven Rutledge and wife Dianne, Ooltewah, TN; four grandchildren, Gabe Rutledge, Arlington, VA, Zach Rutledge and wife Jessica, Montpelier, LA., Tyler Rutledge, Hogansville, GA, Morgan Rutledge, Hogansville, GA, sisters, Norma Adams, West Monroe, LA, Evelyn Futch and husband Reginald, brother M. L. Peacock and wife Gina, San Jose, CA, sister-in-law Norma Peacock, and special friends Ben and Benda Brooks, West Monroe, LA. Pallbearers will be Joseph Peacock, Tim Peacock, Brack Rutledge, Wayne Rutledge, Ken Brooks, and Mark Brooks. Visitation will be on Tuesday, April 8, 2008 from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM at Kilpatrick Funeral Home in West Monroe. Memorials may be made to Mt. Vernon Baptist Church, 215 Mt. Vernon Baptist Church Road, West Monroe, LA 71292 Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneral homes.com. |

MRS. VICKI GOSSETT FOREMAN Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, La. Memorial services for Mrs. Vicki Gossett Foreman, 47 of West Monroe, LA will be held at 2:00 PM, Thursday, April 10, 2008, at Kilpatrick Funeral Home in West Monroe, LA, Interment will be private, under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe. Mrs. Foreman was born May 7, 1960 in Monroe, La. and died Saturday, April 5, 2008 in West Monroe, LA. She is survived by her husband; Jerry Lewis of West Monroe, LA, daughter; Jessica Lewis of Monroe, LA, brother; Jeff Ray of Arnaudville, LA, sisters; Denise McGowen of West Monroe, LA, Michelle James of Baton Rouge, LA. and Iona Kline of Oregon, Also survived by several nieces and nephews. Visitation will be held from 12:00 PM until 2:00 PM on Thursday, April 10, 2008 at Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe. Online condolences may be sent to wwwkilpatrickfuneral homes.com.

OPAL BIRD BOYD Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road, Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mrs. Opal Bird Boyd, 88, of Monroe will be held at 11:00 AM Wednesday, April 9, 2008, in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, with Father Gregg Riley officiating. Interment will follow at 1:30 PM at Liberty Cemetery at Linville, LA. Mrs. Boyd was born on October 20, 1919 near Haile, LA and passed away Sunday, April 6, 2008. She was a retired school teacher. Survivors include one brother, Miles Bird and his wife Ophelia; two nieces, Diana Caldarera and Laura Crowell and her husband Clinton and their son, David and his two children; one nephew, Perry A. Bird and his three children. Visitation will be Wednesday, April 9, 2007, from 10:00 AM until service time at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneral home.com

ORIENE "PAT" ANDERSON Riser Funeral Home Columbia, LA Services for Oriene "Pat" Anderson, age 90 of Columbia will be held at 2:00 PM, Tuesday, April 8, 2008 from the chapel of Riser Funeral Home in Columbia with Rev. Jack McKeithen officiating. Rev. Todd Whittington will deliver the eulogy. Interment will follow in the Olla Cemetery. Mrs. Anderson was born on July 2, 1917 to the union of Rev. Edward and Elizabeth Chapman and died Sunday, April 6, 2008 at the Haven Nursing Center in Columbia. She was preceded in death by her husband: Jim Anderson, her brother: E. T. Chapman and her sisters: Myrtis Tarver, Leona Taylor, Ruby Warner and Lettie Coleman. Survivors include her step-daughter: JoAnn Wallace and her husband: Billy, her grandsons: Jim Wallace and his wife: Surmartha and Bob Wallace and his wife: Lori, her great-grandchildren: Chad and his wife: Heather, Kyle, Dale, Lora and Jaime Wallace all of Columbia. Pallbearers will be Chad, Kyle, Dale, Lora and Jaime Wallace and her nephew: Lunsford Warner. Honorary pallbearers are Butch Warner and Dr. Bendel Johnson. Visitation will be 12:00 PM until time of services at Riser Funeral Home, 7131 Hwy 165, Columbia.

ROSE LAMB Brown-Holley Funeral Home Rayville, LA Funeral services for Rose Lamb, 65, of Rayville, will be held at 10:00 AM, Wednesday, April 9, 2008 at Robinson Baptist Church with Rev. Clyde Piercy officiating, under the direction of Brown-Holley Funeral Home in Rayville. Mrs. Lamb was born on February 4, 1943 and passed away on Saturday, April 5, 2008. She loved children and animals. She delivered various newspapers for over 30 years. Rose was preceded in death by her father, Mark Trainor, mother, Edna Trainor, and her son, William "Billy" Lamb. Survivors include her husband, Melvin Lamb of Rayville; 9 children, Dean Smith of Norfolk, VA, Nicholas Backes of WV, Melanie Wilcox of Newport News, VA, James Lamb of Norfolk, VA, Patrick Lamb of Norfolk, VA, Alan Polland of Portsmouth, VA, Marilyn Weimann of Delhi, Michelle Nylander of Rayville, and Elizabeth Lamb of Rayville; 10 Grandchildren, Jacob Nylander, Trinity Nylander, James Richardson, Katherine Wilcox, Heather Wilcox, Cody Wilcox, Kimberly Wilcox, Alexander Backes, Rodney Polland, and Kelly Polland and 1 great grandchild. Pallbearers will be Dean Smith, Nicholas Backes, James Lamb, Patrick Lamb, Hans Weimann, David Nylander, and Jacob Nylander. Visitation will be 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM, Tuesday, at Brown-Holley Funeral Home in Rayville. To leave condolences for the family go online to www.brownholleyfuneral homes.com

SHIRLEY ANN WILLIS PRIDGEN Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Memorial services for Shirley Ann Willis Pridgen, 69, of West Monroe will be held at 11:00 AM on Wednesday, April 9, 2008 at McClendon Baptist Church with Rev James Gardner officiating. Graveside service will be at 3:00 PM Wednesday, April 9, 2008 at Ebenezer Baptist Church Cemetery. Ms. Pridgen was born November 12, 1938 and passed away after a lengthy illness on Sunday, April 6, 2008. Ms. Pridgen was a nurse and a former resident of Jonesboro. She also loved to read and do crossword puzzles. She is preceded in death by her parents Edgar and Elaine Willis. Survivors include: one sister, Yvonne Peel and husband Ricky of West Monroe; two daughters, Janet Anderson and husband Randy of Jonesboro, Faith Green and husband Patrick of Benton; two sons, Tommy Caughlin and wife Teresa of Jonesboro and Charles Pridgen of West Monroe; five grandchildren, Michelle Lay, Michael Davis, Jacob Green, Kelsee Green, and Cherilynn Caughlin; and three great grandchildren, Emily, Tyler, and Bryan Lay. Visitation will be from 10:00 AM until the service on Wednesday, April 9, 2008 at McClendon Baptist Church. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneral home.com

TRIBUTE TO DAMIEN LADON HAMILTON Our Loved One 9/26/1983-4/8/2003 Remember Me To the living, I am gone. To the sorrowful, I will never return. To the angry, I was cheated. But the happy, I am at peace. And to the faithful, I have never left. I cannot speak, but I can listen. I cannot be seen, but I can be heard. So as I stand upon a shore Gazing at a beautiful sea… Remember me. As you look upon a flower And admire its simplicity- Remember me. Remember me in your heart, Your thoughts, and your memories, Of the time we love, the times we cried, The times we fought, the times we laughed. For if you always think of me, I will never be gone. Today marks the fifth year you've been gone from earth, but never our hearts and thoughts. We miss you so. We know you have forgiven those who took you away from us, and in time we to will forgive. Love You Always, The Family If you forgive those who sin against you, your heavenly Father will forgive you. But if you refuse to forgive others, your Father will not forgive your sins. (Matthew 6: 14-15)

Stephanie M. Breaux, 28
SHREVEPORT — Stephanie Michelle Breaux, a military police officer, died Thursday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Oak Grove.

Shirley J. Earls, 58
JONESVILLE — Shirley J. Earls died Monday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Community Pentecostal Church, Jonesville under the direction of Young's Funeral Home, Jonesville.

Thomas Jerrell Esters, 63
OLLA — Thomas Jerrell Esters, a retired logger, died Monday. Services are 11 a.m. Thursday at Riser Funeral Home, Olla. Visitation is 3-9 p.m. today at the funeral home. Burial will be in Beech Creek Cemetery, Olla.

Vicki Gossett Foreman, 47
Vicki Gossett Foreman of West Monroe, a Quizno's assistant manager, died Saturday. Services are 2 p.m. Thursday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Visitation is noon until service time Thursday at the funeral home.

Eliza Hayes Gates, 94
FARMERVILLE — Eliza Hayes Gates, a homemaker, died Sunday. Services are 3 p.m. today at Rocky Branch Baptist Church. Burial will be in Rocky Branch Cemetery under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Farmerville.

Ja'Onna Johnson, infant
Ja'Onna J. Johnson of Monroe, infant daughter of Lakeisha McNack and Jason Johnson, died Sunday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Funerals by McFarland, Monroe.

Rose Lamb, 65
RAYVILLE — Rose Lamb, a homemaker, died Saturday. Services are 10 a.m. today at Robinson Baptist Church, Dunn under the direction of Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Rayville.

Alice Mingo, 93
CROWVILLE — Alice Mingo, a homemaker, died Wednesday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Philadelphia Baptist Church, Crowville. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Friday at the church. Burial will be in Mount Zion Cemetery, Delhi under the direction of Funerals by McFarland, Delhi.

Roy W. Oliver, 71
Roy W. Oliver of Fairbanks, retired from the U.S. Department of Forestry, died Monday. Services are 11 a.m. today at Mulhearn Memorial Park Mausoleum, Monroe. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe.

Shirley Willis Pridgen, 69
Shirley Ann Willis Pridgen of West Monroe, a nurse, died Sunday. Services are 11 a.m. today at McClendon Baptist Church, West Monroe. Visitation is 10 a.m. until service time at the church. Burial will be in Ebenezer Baptist Church Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Juanita Rutledge, 84
Juanita Peacock Rutledge of West Monroe, a homemaker, died Sunday. Services are 10 a.m. today at Mount Vernon Baptist Church, West Monroe. Burial will be in Rutledge Cemetery, West Monroe under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Newell L. Tarver, 77
CLARKS — Newell LaVaughn Tarver, an International Paper Co. heavy equipment operator, died Monday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Riser Funeral Home, Columbia.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED
Boyd, Opal Bird: 11 a.m. today, Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe.
Boyer, Elton E.: 10 a.m. today, Golden Funeral Home, Bastrop.
Cockerham, Theo M.: 10 a.m. Thursday, Hixson Brothers Funeral Home, Jena.
Frost, Marie L.: 2 p.m. Thursday, Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.
Harvey, Grover Levon: 11 a.m. today, First Baptist Church, Delhi.
Lofton, Ralph: 2 p.m. Thursday, Gill First National Funeral Home, Winnsboro.
Meredith, Dalton Ray: 11 a.m. today, Riser Funeral Home, Olla.
Pogue, Janie Berdell: 2 p.m. today, Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe.
Staab, William C.: 10 a.m. today, Jesus the Good Shepherd Catholic Church, Monroe

April 9, 2008 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

CORA C. FULLER MULHEARN FUNERAL HOME WINNSBORO, LA Services for Mrs. Cora C. Fuller, age 71, of Winnsboro, LA will be at 2:00 PM, Thursday, April 10, 2008 in the Chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home of Winnsboro with Dr. Bill Robertson officiating. Burial will follow in Sunflower Cemetery near Baskin under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home of Winnsboro, LA . Mrs. Fuller was an elementary teacher until she retired in 1985 and passed away on April 8, 2008. She was born in Lake Charles, LA and lived there until 1988 moving to Winnsboro. She was preceded in death by her husband, Louis Edward Fuller, Jr., parents; George Francis and Goldie Mae Cox, and brothers; Fitz, Marion, Mike, and Don Cox. Survivors include: Daughter: Christy Madix and husband, Steve of Ruston, LA; grandsons: David and John Madix; sisters: Pat Russell and husband, Bob of MN, Marg Hatsfelt of Lake Charles, LA, Jean Whittington and husband, Jim of Westlake, LA, ; brother: Jerry Cox of Lake Charles, LA; numerous nieces, nephews, and friends. Visitation will be from 10:00 AM till time of service on Thursday, April 10, 2008 at Mulhearn Funeral Home in Winnsboro. In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to the charity of your choice. Online Condolences may be made at www.mulhearnfuneral home.com

J. C. "MAC" MCDOUGALD Mulhearn Funeral Home Monroe, LA Graveside services for J. C. McDougald, age 83, of Monroe are scheduled for 11:00 AM Thursday, April 10, 2008, at Mulhearn Memorial Park, Highway 80 East in Monroe with Rev. Warren Eckhardt officiating. Visitation will be Wednesday, April 9, 2008, at Mulhearn Funeral Home, 2308 Sterlington Road, Monroe, from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM. Mr. Mac was born in Warren, Arkansas, on February 20, 1925 and passed away peacefully in Monroe on April 7, 2008. He was a Veteran of World War II, serving all over the world as a member of the U.S. Coast Guard Merchant Marines. Mac was a gifted athlete, playing and coaching minor league baseball for the New York Yankees. He proudly served as an insurance professional for fifty years, and as a dedicated independent insurance agent in the Monroe area since 1963. Mr. Mac was a member of the American Legion, Pine Hills Country Club, Independent Insurance Agents, and Past President and Lifetime Member of the Optimist Club. He was preceded in death by his parents, Roy and Jewell McDougald. Survivors include his loving wife of 57 years, Dorothy McDougald; daughter, Betsy Farmer; sons, Bruce McDougald and Blake McDougald; sister, Betty Hale; and grandchildren, Michelle Farmer, David McDougald, and Bo McDougald. Mac was a loving husband, father, and grandfather. He always said he would "rather have a million friends than a million dollars", and at last count he was close to his goal. Special thanks to his many dear friends. Memorials may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneral home.com

JACKIE RAY COATES Riser Funeral Home Columbia, LA Services for Jackie Ray Coates, age 65 of Grayson will be held at 2:00 PM, Wednesday, April 9, 2008 from the chapel of Riser Funeral Home in Columbia with Rev. Michael Whitman officiating. Interment will follow in the Old Union Cemetery west of Grayson. Mr. Coates was born in Cottonplant on September 20, 1942 to the union of Jack Hardy and Jewell Carter Coates and died Monday, April 7, 2008 at his residence after a brief illness. He was a retired logger. He was preceded in death by his granddaughter: Heather Coates, his father: Jack H. Coates, his brother: Purvis Coates and his sister: Bonnie Braddock. Survivors include his mother: Jewell Carter Coates of Bossier City, his wife: Shelia Franklin Coates of Grayson, his daughter: Tracy Coates of Grayson, his sons: Darren Sikes of Texas, Clint Coates and his wife: Vicky of Grayson, Stacy Coates and his wife: Ashley of Willow Park, TX, his grandsons: Brandon, Troy and Steven Coates all of Grayson, his brother: Calvin Coates of Fayette, AL, his sisters: Bobbie Roberts of Clarks, Fay Simons of Olla, Emma Halliburton of Olla and Sybil King of Bossier City and three nephews and nine nieces. Pallbearers will be Steely Smith, Gary Talbert, Randall Thames, Jimmy Stapleton, Hardy Roberts and Charles Coates. Honorary pallbearers are Dick Hitt, Russell Hitt, Timothy Hitt and Todd Hitt.

LEE WILLIS RACHAL Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Memorial Services for Mr. Lee Willis Rachal, 63, of Monroe, LA, will be held at 7:00 PM Thursday, April 10, 2008, in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home with Rev. Tom Lowe officiating. Mr. Rachal was born on November 3, 1944 and passed away on April 6, 2008. He was a graduate of Neville High School. He attended Northeast Louisiana University. He served in the United Stated Army during Vietnam. He was a loving and faithful Christian. Mr. Rachal is preceded in death by his parents, Ezra and Florence Rachal. Survivors include his children, Bryan Rachal, Rachel Rachal, Datra Rachal and husband Dwayne, and Roman Rachal and wife Charissa; grandchildren Marcus Rachal, Jacob Rachal and Amity Neeley; brothers, Ezra Rachal, Larry Rachal, Eugene Rachal and Michael Rachal. Visitation will be from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM Thursday, April 10, 2008 under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe, LA. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneral home.com

ROY WALLACE OLIVER Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road, Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mr. Roy Wallace Oliver, 71, of Fairbanks, LA, will be held at 11:00 AM Wednesday, April 9, 2008, in the chapel of Mulhearn Memorial Park Mausoleum with Rev. Huey Tarpley and Rev. Pat Guice officiating. Interment will follow in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Mr. Oliver was born March 27, 1937 in Haile, LA and passed away Monday, April 7, 2008, at St. Francis Medical Center. He was preceded in death by his parents, Joe Wallace and Lela Gray Oliver; son, Byron Keith Oliver; brother, Jimmie Benjamin Oliver, Sr; and nephew Jimmie B. Oliver, Jr. Survivors include his wife, Janice Trevillion Oliver; daughter, Kimberly Kay Oliver; and niece Leilani Oliver Chung. Pallbearers will be R. N. Lanningham, David Whittington, Lloyd Gill, Stacey Savage, Ronnie Jones, and Keith Spence. Special Thanks to Pam Jones for the care and attention given to Mr. Oliver. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneral home.com

Stephanie M. Breaux, 28
SHREVEPORT — Stephanie Michelle Breaux, a military police officer, died Thursday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Oak Grove.

Shirley J. Earls, 58
JONESVILLE — Shirley J. Earls died Monday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Community Pentecostal Church, Jonesville under the direction of Young's Funeral Home, Jonesville.

Thomas Jerrell Esters, 63
OLLA — Thomas Jerrell Esters, a retired logger, died Monday. Services are 11 a.m. Thursday at Riser Funeral Home, Olla. Visitation is 3-9 p.m. today at the funeral home. Burial will be in Beech Creek Cemetery, Olla.

Vicki Gossett Foreman, 47
Vicki Gossett Foreman of West Monroe, a Quizno's assistant manager, died Saturday. Services are 2 p.m. Thursday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Visitation is noon until service time Thursday at the funeral home.

Eliza Hayes Gates, 94
FARMERVILLE — Eliza Hayes Gates, a homemaker, died Sunday. Services are 3 p.m. today at Rocky Branch Baptist Church. Burial will be in Rocky Branch Cemetery under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Farmerville.

Ja'Onna Johnson, infant
Ja'Onna J. Johnson of Monroe, infant daughter of Lakeisha McNack and Jason Johnson, died Sunday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Funerals by McFarland, Monroe.

Rose Lamb, 65
RAYVILLE — Rose Lamb, a homemaker, died Saturday. Services are 10 a.m. today at Robinson Baptist Church, Dunn under the direction of Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Rayville.

Alice Mingo, 93
CROWVILLE — Alice Mingo, a homemaker, died Wednesday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Philadelphia Baptist Church, Crowville. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Friday at the church. Burial will be in Mount Zion Cemetery, Delhi under the direction of Funerals by McFarland, Delhi.

Roy W. Oliver, 71
Roy W. Oliver of Fairbanks, retired from the U.S. Department of Forestry, died Monday. Services are 11 a.m. today at Mulhearn Memorial Park Mausoleum, Monroe. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe.

Shirley Willis Pridgen, 69
Shirley Ann Willis Pridgen of West Monroe, a nurse, died Sunday. Services are 11 a.m. today at McClendon Baptist Church, West Monroe. Visitation is 10 a.m. until service time at the church. Burial will be in Ebenezer Baptist Church Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Juanita Rutledge, 84
Juanita Peacock Rutledge of West Monroe, a homemaker, died Sunday. Services are 10 a.m. today at Mount Vernon Baptist Church, West Monroe. Burial will be in Rutledge Cemetery, West Monroe under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Newell L. Tarver, 77
CLARKS — Newell LaVaughn Tarver, an International Paper Co. heavy equipment operator, died Monday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Riser Funeral Home, Columbia.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED
Boyd, Opal Bird: 11 a.m. today, Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe.
Boyer, Elton E.: 10 a.m. today, Golden Funeral Home, Bastrop.
Cockerham, Theo M.: 10 a.m. Thursday, Hixson Brothers Funeral Home, Jena.
Frost, Marie L.: 2 p.m. Thursday, Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.
Harvey, Grover Levon: 11 a.m. today, First Baptist Church, Delhi.
Lofton, Ralph: 2 p.m. Thursday, Gill First National Funeral Home, Winnsboro.
Meredith, Dalton Ray: 11 a.m. today, Riser Funeral Home, Olla.
Pogue, Janie Berdell: 2 p.m. today, Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe.
Staab, William C.: 10 a.m. today, Jesus the Good Shepherd Catholic Church, Monroe

April 10, 2008 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

DAVID G. ST.VGINE Memorial Oaks Funeral Home, Houston, Tx David G. St.Vgine, 52, passed away April 7, 2008. David was born January 24, 1956 to Melba and Ramon St.Vgine in Monroe, LA. David graduated from West Monroe High School in 1974. He worked for Diamond Offshore in New Iberia, LA. For 17 years. David moved to Houston, TX in 1997 to pursue his career in the Oil &Gas industry with Aker Maritime and was currently with Equipment Resources Intl. Words most often used to describe David are warm, funny, caring and devoted. He will be missed by his family and many friends. David is survived by his parents, wife Kelle, son Justin, and daughter Ashley, grandchildren Kaleigh, Devin and Cody, brother Danny St. Vgine, sisters,Debbie Wedgeworth, Dori St.Vgine and Dana Benson. The family will receive family and friends from 5:00 until 8:00 PM Thursday April 10, 2008. A service will be held Friday April 11, 2008 at 12:30 PM in the Memorial Oaks Funeral Home Chapel.

HARRY LEROY MCLAUGHLIN Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral Services for Mr. Harry Leroy McLaughlin, 65, of West Monroe, LA will be held at 10:00 A.M. Friday, April 11, 2008 in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA with Rev. Dub Massey officiating. Interment will follow in the Roselawn Memorial Garden Cemetery. Mr. McLaughlin was born on March 23, 1943 in Monroe, LA and passed away on April 8, 2008. Survivors include his wife, Mary McLaughlin; children, Thomas McLaughlin and wife Delia, Charles McLaughlin and wife Lisa and Penny Hays and husband William; eleven grandchildren and four great grandchildren. Mr. McLaughlin's grandsons and son-in-law will serve as pallbearers. Visitation will be from 5:00 P.M. until 7:00 P.M. Thursday at Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Online registry/condolences: www.mulhearnfuneral home.com

IVELLE ELLIOTT Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mrs. Ivelle Elliott, 85, of West Monroe, LA will be held at 10:00 AM, Friday, April 11, 2008 in the chapel of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Rev. Don Johnson will be officiating. Interment will follow at Hasley Cemetery West Monroe, LA under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Ivelle was born June 7, 1922 and was called home to be with the Lord on April 8, 2008. Her beautiful smile, loving heart and candid sense of humor will be deeply missed. Ivelle was preceded in death by her husband of 52 years, Travis Elliott, and two sisters, Lila Dean and Clarice Durham. Survivors include her son, David Elliott, daughter and son-in-law, Patrice and Allen Beebe, grandson, Jeb Houston, step-grandchildren, Quinon Beebe, Laura Beebe and Caleb Beebe, and brother and sister-in-law, Carl and Mary Odom, as well as numerous nieces and nephews, all of whom she loved very much. Visitation will be held from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM Thursday, April 10, 2008 at Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Pallbearers will be Caleb Beebe, Max Durham, Randy Odom, Ben Hudson, Lew Hudson, and Brandon Hays. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneral homes.com

MARIE L. FROST Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, Louisiana Funeral Services for Mrs. Marie L. Frost, 86, of West Monroe, LA will be 2:00 PM Thursday April 10, 2008 in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home in West Monroe with Rev. Mark Fenn officiating. Burial will follow at Roselawn Memorial Gardens Cemetery. Mrs. Frost was born February 14, 1922 in Bernice, LA and passed away April 1, 2008. She is preceded in death by her parents, Willie and Elsie Tucker and her husband, Clifton Frost. Survivors include: three children, Doris O'Donnell, Kenneth Jenkins, and Patricia DuVall; eight grandchildren and twelve great grandchildren. Visitation will be from 1:00 PM until the service time at the chapel. Online registry/condolences: www.mulhearnfuneral home.com

MICHAEL RAY FIFE Aug. 23, 1974 - March 23, 2008 Memorial services for Michael Ray Fife, 33, of San Antonio, TX., formerly of Mangham, LA., will be held at 2:00 PM on Saturday, April 12, 2008 at the Woolen Lake Church of God in Hebert with Rev. Glen Lowery officiating. He is survived by his parents, Michael and Theresa Fife of Mangham, La.; Brother: Shad Fife and wife, April of Mangham, LA.; Sister: Haley M. Fife, Mangham, LA.; grandparents Dorothy Fife and the late Marvin Fife of Mangham, LA. and A. R. and Joann Welch of Hebert and numerous aunts, uncles and cousins.

STEPHANIE MICHELLE BREAUX Brown-Holley Funeral Homes, Oak Grove, LA. Funeral services for Stephanie Michelle Breaux, age 27, will be held 2:00 PM Friday, April 11, 2008, at Brown-Holley Funeral Chapel in Oak Grove, LA. Rev. Roger Stoffer, Rev. David Abshire and Rev. John Maxlow will officiate. Interment will follow in Forest Corner Cemetery in Forest, La. under the direction of Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Oak Grove. Stephanie Michelle Breaux was born on November 4, 1980 in West Monroe, LA. and passed away on April 3, 2008 in Shreveport. She was preceded in death by her Paternal Great-Grandparents, Virgil, Sr. and Opal Warren; Elton and Annie Mae Breaux; Maternal Great-Grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. A. C. Borders. Stephanie served 3 years in the Army and 5 years in the Airforce. She completed her second tour in Iraq in 2006. During her time in the Army she received the Army Service Ribbon and completed 11 wks of Automated Logistical Specialist Training. While in the Air Force, she received the Armed Forces Reserve Medal, National Defense Service Medal, Air Force Achievement Medal, Air Force Expeditionary Service Ribbon w/ gold border, and the Global War on Terrorism Expeditionary Medal. Survivors include her Father, Randy Breaux and Wife, Cindy of Downsville, LA; Mother, Lori Ann Carr of Eros, LA; Paternal Grandmother, Chris Franklin and Husband, Robert of Keithville, LA; Paternal Grandfather, Elton Breaux of Downsville, La; Maternal Grandmother, Pam Maxlow and Husband, John of Walterboro, S. C.; Maternal Grandfather, Mickey Tully of John's Island, S. C.; Paternal Step-Grandmother, Pat and Eugene Martin of Haile, LA; 2 Brothers, Justin Randall Breaux of Keithville, LA; and Dustin Randall Breaux of Downsville, LA; 2 Sisters, Meagan Hill of Eros, LA; and Samantha Hill of Eros, LA; Special Friends, Courtney, Amanda, and JoAnn; Numerous Aunts, Uncles, and Cousins; and Many Many Friends. Pallbearers will be John Maxlow, Mickey Tulley, Kevin Tully, Clyde Breaux, Jake Spangler, Joey Essex, and Harry Murry. You may leave condolences at www. brownholleyfuneral homes.com

Willie 'Dub' Ambrose, 68
Willie "Dub" Ambrose of Monroe, a janitor, died Wednesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Smith Funeral Home, Monroe.

Hershel Theo Barron, 83
FERRIDAY — Hershel Theo Barron, a state Department of Transportation and Development surveyor and World War II Navy veteran, died Tuesday.
Services are 2 p.m. today at Comer Funeral Home, Ferriday. Burial will be in Highland Park Cemetery, Sicily Island.

Harry R. Buckley, 90
LINVILLE — Harry R. Buckley, a retired IMC operator, died Wednesday. Services are 2 p.m. Friday at First Baptist Church, Marion. Visitation is 5-9 p.m. today at the church. Burial will be in Liberty Cemetery, Linville under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Farmerville.

Alleen Coleman, 58
Alleen Coleman of Monroe, a homemaker, died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Smith Funeral Home, Monroe.

Margaret Coleman, 79
LAKE PROVIDENCE — Margaret Coleman, a homemaker, died March 31. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at King Solomon Baptist Church, Lake Providence. Visitation is 1-5 p.m. Friday at Harris Funeral Home, Lake Providence. Burial will be in King Solomon Cemetery, Lake Providence.

William 'Spud' Deason, 63
DUBACH — William "Spud" Deason, a barber shop owner, died Wednesday. Services are 3 p.m. Saturday at Hico Baptist Church. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Friday at the church. Burial will be in Harmony Chapel Cemetery, Hico under the direction of Owens Memorial Chapel Funeral Home, Ruston.

Gwendolyn Dugan, 46
RAYVILLE — Gwendolyn Dugan died Wednesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville.

Coralie Jo Fraley, 65
VIDALIA — Coralie Jo Fraley, an associate pastor, died Tuesday. Services are 10 a.m. Friday at Vidalia Assembly of God. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. today at the church. Burial will be in Guidry Cemetery, Batson, Texas, under the direction of Young's Funeral Home, Ferriday.

Sadie Spann Good, 87
WISNER — Sadie Allene Spann Good, a seamstress, died Wednesday. Services are 10 a.m. today at First United Methodist Church, Wisner. Burial will be in Holly Grove Cemetery, Wisner under the direction of Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home, Winnsboro.

Josephine Hatfield, 73
JONESBORO — Josephine Hatfield died Wednesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Southern Funeral Home, Jonesboro.

Ozell Hinton, 53
LAKE PROVIDENCE — Ozell Hinton, a laborer, died Wednesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Funerals by McFarland, Delhi.

Ja'Onna Johnson, infant
Ja'Onna J. Johnson of Monroe, infant daughter of Lakeisha McNack and Jason Johnson, died Sunday. Graveside services are 10 a.m. Friday at Richwood Memorial Gardens under the direction of Funerals by McFarland, Monroe.

Cornelius Jones, 68
WINNSBORO — Cornelius Jones, a steel worker, died Saturday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Holly Grove Baptist Church, Wisner. Visitation is 6-7 p.m. Friday at Richardson & Sims Funeral Home, Winnsboro. Burial will be in the church cemetery.

June Kozlovsky, 84
June Kozlovsky of Monroe, a homemaker, died Wednesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Monroe.

John Lynn Lewis, 61
BASTROP — John Lynn Lewis, a PDS Systems employee, died Tuesday. Services are 3 p.m. Friday at Golden Funeral Home, Bastrop. Visitation is noon-3 p.m. Friday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Christ Church Cemetery, Bastrop.

J.C. 'Mac' McDougald, 83
J.C. "Mac" McDougald, an insurance agent, died Monday. Graveside services are 11 a.m. today at Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery, Monroe under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe.

Floyd P. Miller, 78
Floyd P. Miller of Monroe, retired owner/operator of Millie's Restaurant, died Wednesday. Services are 2 p.m. Friday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. today at the funeral home. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery, Monroe.

Gerald Moody, 62
Gerald Moody of Monroe, a retail grocer, died Wednesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe.

Addie Price, 93
Addie Price of Monroe, a dietician, died Wednesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Smith Funeral Home, Monroe.

Lee Willis Rachal, 63
Lee Willis Rachal of West Monroe, a retired computer programmer, died Sunday. Services are 7 p.m. today at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Visitation is 5 p.m. until service time today at the funeral home.

Alice Jane Rush, 74
Alice Jane Rush of Monroe, a Bancroft Bag inspector, died Friday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Piney Grove Baptist Church, West Monroe. Visitation is 1-6 p.m. Friday at Miller Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Mount Pleasant Baptist Church, West Monroe.

Roy Lee Sanders, 19
LAKE PROVIDENCE — Roy Lee Sanders, a student, died April 1. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Lake Providence High School. Visitation is 1-5 p.m. Friday at Harris Funeral Home, Lake Providence. Burial will be in St. Mary Church Cemetery.

Lelan Odessie Scott, 77
SHREVEPORT — Lelan Odessie Scott, a retired teacher, died Sunday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at King's Funeral Home, Ruston. Visitation is 2-4:45 p.m. Friday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Grambling Memorial Garden Cemetery.

Vivian Turner Sears, 76
BASTROP — Vivian Turner Sears, a retired salesclerk, died Tuesday. Services are 10 a.m. Friday at Golden Funeral Home, Bastrop. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. today at the funeral home. Burial will be Bonita Road Baptist Church Cemetery, Bastrop.

David P. Sikes, 52
David P. Sikes of Monroe, a construction carpenter, died Tuesday. Services are 2 p.m. Friday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. today at the funeral home. Burial will be in Roselawn Memorial Gardens Cemetery, Calhoun.

Samuel L. Williams, 66
Samuel L. Williams of Monroe, a sanitation worker, died Friday. Services are 11 a.m. Friday at Smith Funeral Home, Monroe. Visitation is 1-5 p.m. today at the funeral home. Burial will be in Magnolia Cemetery, Monroe.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED:
Cockerham, Theo M.: 10 a.m. today, Hixson Brothers Funeral Home, Jena.
Esters, Thomas Gerald: 11 a.m. today, Riser Funeral Home, Olla.
Foreman, Vicki Gossett: 2 p.m. today, Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.
Frost, Marie L.: 2 p.m. today, Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.
Lofton, Ralph: 2 p.m. today, Gill First National Funeral Home, Winnsboro.
Mingo, Alice: 11 a.m. Saturday, Philadelphia Baptist Church, Crowville.

April 11 , 2008 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

HARRY R. BUCKLEY Kilpatrick Funeral Home Farmerville, LA Funeral services for Mr. Harry R. Buckley, 90, of Linville, LA, will be held at, 2:00 PM Friday, April 11, 2008, at the First Baptist Church in Marion, LA, with Bro. Bubba Hoggett and Bro. Gary Canterbury officiating. Burial will follow in Liberty Cemetery in Linville, LA under direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home of Farmerville. Mr. Buckley was born on September 29, 1917 in Oakland, LA and passed away on April 9, 2008 in Farmerville, LA. He was a Military Police veteran of WWII serving with U.S. Army, he was retired from IMC. He loved hunting, fishing and gardening, his grandchildren and great grandchildren. He is preceded in death by his parents, 6 siblings, his wife Novia Brown Buckley, and numerous brothers and sisters-in-law. Survivors include his sister's Annie Lee Buckley Brazel of Farmerville, LA; Carrie Lou Buckley Cook of Fairbanks, LA; son, Bob Buckley and wife Janet C. of Linville, LA; 4 grandchildren, Courtney Buckley of West Monroe, LA; Justin Lee Buckley of Linville, LA; Caleb Lee Roberson of Linville, LA; Joshua C. Buckley of Linville, LA; 2 great-grandchildren, Jacob Buckley of West Monroe, LA; Madeline "Madi" Buckley of West Monroe, LA; and a host of nieces, nephews and other relatives. Pallbearers will be Sheriff Richard Fewell; Sheriff Wayne Houck; Sonny Auger; Charles Crow; Don McClanahan; Kenny Burgess; Zane Hicks and Bill Patterson. Honorary Pallbearers will be Whit Fitzgerald; J.A. Auger; A.C. Buckley and Dewitt Crow. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneral homes.com

HELEN E. THOMAS Mulhearn Funeral Home Rayville, LA Graveside services for Mrs. Helen E. Thomas, 88, of Start, LA will be 2:00 PM Saturday, April 12, 2008 at Start Cemetery with Rev. Bob Holloway officiating, under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home Rayville, LA. Visitation will be 10:00 AM until 1:00 PM Saturday at the funeral home. Mrs. Helen was a member of Eastside Baptist Church in Rayville and was a seamstress. She was preceded in death by her parents Giles and Daisy Blitch, three sisters, one brother,her husband of 59 years Jim Thomas and one son John Thomas, Sr. She is survived by six daughters; Lou Stanley and her husband John, Mary Poplawski and her husband Francis, Janice Shields and her husband Ronnie, Alice Myres and her husband James, Pat Thonas and Jimmie Lou Robertson; a daughter in law Pat Thomas , 12 grandchildren, 27 great grandchildren, and 2 great great grandchildren; 1- sister Miraim Parham along with a host of nieces and nephews. Online registry/ condolences at www.mulhearnfuneral home.com

IN LOVING MEMORY OF Angela McDaniels Blake July 18, 1961 April 11, 2005

MR. JIMMY KEEN Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mr. Jimmy Keen, 72, of West Monroe, LA will be held at 10:00 AM, Saturday, April 12, 2008 at Faith Chapel Pentecostal Church. Rev. Roy Telano and Rev. Wayne Pitts will be officiating. Interment will follow at Twin Cities Memorial Gardens under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Mr. Keen was born June 21, 1935 in Archibald, LA and passed away April 9, 2008 in Bossier City. He served 4 years in the United States Navy during the Korean War on the Loftburg DDS 579. He was retired from St. Francis Medical Center as a maintenance supervisor for over 24 years. He was preceded in death by his parents, Clifton "Buck" and Lillie Keen and a son, Ronald Keen. Mr. Keen is survived by his wife, Janis Keen; children; Deborah Pettit and husband Virgil, Ricky Keen and wife Cindy; sister, Lottie Coke; 4 grandchildren and 6 great-grandchildren. Pallbearers will be Kevin Morris, Josh Ward, Ray Cooper, Ronald Black, Michael Hurst and David Coke. Visitation will be Friday, April 11, 2008 from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe, LA. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneral homes.com

WILLIAM "SPUD" DEASON Owens Memorial Chapel Funeral Home of Ruston, LA Funeral services for Mr. William "Spud" Deason, age 63 of Dubach, will be held at 3:00 PM Saturday, April 12, 2008 at Hico Baptist Church in Hico with Rev. Tommy Beard and Rev. Dick Paige officiating. Burial will follow in Harmony Chapel Cemetery in Hico under the direction of Owens Memorial Chapel Funeral Home of Ruston. Mr. Deason was born October 12, 1944 in Savannah, GA to William Elmer and Willie Mae Beckham Deason. He died April 9, 2008 in Ruston. He was the owner of Spud's Barber Shop in Ruston for many years. In his spare time, Mr. Spud enjoyed refinishing antique furniture, deer and squirrel hunting and playing guitar with his friends. He was a member of Hico Baptist Church. Mr. Deason is survived by his wife of 40 years, Randy Colvin Deason, his mother Willie Mae Deason of Hico; two children: Sabrina Deason-Green and husband George of Dubach and Marshal Wayne Deason and Wife Kay Gale of Little Elm, TX; grandchildren William Dale Green, Wendy Hinton and husband Matt, and Jackson Wyatt Deason; great grandchildren J.P. Hinton and Wendy Anne Hinton; brother Robert Deason and wife D. of Tracy, CA; niece Renee Fugate and nephew Gerald Lee as well as numerous other nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his father William Elmer Deason and his sister Marthucille Lee. Visitation will be held at Hico Baptist Church from 5:00 until 8:00 PM Friday, April 11, 2008. To leave an on-line memorial message for the family, please visit www.owensmemorial funeralhome.com

Ruth Albritton, 74
FARMERVILLE — Ruth Albritton, a homemaker, died Thursday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Farrar Funeral Home, Farmerville.

Katherine H. Byford, 77
PROCTOR, Ark. — Katherine Heckinger Byford, owner of Belle Acre Farms and Seed Co., died Tuesday. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at Roller Citizens
Funeral Home, West Memphis, Ark. Visitation s 6-8 p.m. today at the funeral home. Burial will be in Crittenden Memorial Park, Marion, Ark.

Alleen Harris Coleman, 58
Alleen Harris Coleman of Monroe, a homemaker, died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Smith Funeral Home, Monroe.

Lelan O. Conley-Scott, 77
| SHREVEPORT — Lelan Odessie Conley-Scott, a retired teacher, died Sunday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at King's Funeral Home, Ruston. Visitation is 2-4:45 p.m. today at the funeral home. Burial will be in Grambling Memorial Garden Cemetery.

Ced'Derion Cook, infant|
Ced'Derion Tieric Le'Yall Cook of Monroe, infant son of Tierica Patterson and Cedrick Cook, died Thursday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Funerals by McFarland, Monroe.

Sara Moore Davis, 82
FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. — Sara Moore Davis, a homemaker, died Monday. Graveside services are 10 a.m. today at the National Cemetery, Fayetteville, Ark. under the direction of Moore's Chapel Funeral Home, Fayetteville, Ark.

Ivelle Elliott, 85
Ivelle Elliott of West Monroe, a homemaker, died Tuesday. Services are 10 a.m. today at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Burial will be in Hasley Cemetery, West Monroe.

Martha B. Gallemore, 53
RUSTON — Martha B. Gallemore, director of nursing, died Thursday. Services are 2 p.m. Sunday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Ruston. Visitation is 5-7 p.m. Saturday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Hamilton Cemetery, Dubach.

Josephine O. Hatfield, 73
JONESBORO — Josephine Opal Hatfield died Wednesday. Services are 10 a.m. Saturday at Southern Funeral Home, Jonesboro. Visitation is 5-9 p.m. today at the funeral home. Burial is 2 p.m. today in Forest Cemetery, Forest.

Esther Haddox Head, 84
COLUMBIA — Esther Haddox Head, a homemaker, died Thursday. Services are 10 a.m. Saturday at Riser Funeral Home, Columbia. Visitation is 5-9 p.m. today at the funeral home. Burial will be in Old Union Cemetery, west of Columbia.

Harry L. McLaughlin, 65
Harry LeRoy McLaughlin of West Monroe, a self-employed roofing contractor, died Tuesday. Services are 10 a.m. today at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Visitation is 9 a.m. until service time at the church. Burial will be in Roselawn Memorial Garden Cemetery, Calhoun.

Addie Price, 93
Addie Price of Monroe, a dietician, died Wednesday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at New Light Baptist Church, Monroe. Visitation is 1-7 p.m. today at Smith Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens.

Christine Scott, 90
FARMERVILLE — Christine Scott died Thursday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Farmerville.

Grace Smith, 92
WINNSBORO — Grace Smith, a homemaker, died Thursday. Services are 10 a.m. Saturday at Boeuf River Baptist Church, Liddieville. Visitation is 6-8 p.m. today at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Winnsboro. Burial will be in Ogden Cemetery, Liddieville.

Kenneth Joel Strain, 61
TULLOS — Kenneth Joel Strain, an auto mechanic, died Wednesday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Urania Baptist Church. Burial will be in Urania Cemetery under the direction of Southern Funeral Home, Winnfield.

Previously acknowledged:
Buckley, Harry R.: 2 p.m. today, First Baptist Church, Marion.
Coleman, Margaret: 1 p.m. Saturday, King Solomon Baptist Church, Lake Providence.
Fraley, Coralie Jo: 10 a.m. today, Vidalia Assembly of God.
Johnson, Ja'Onna J.: 10 a.m. today, Richwood Memorial Gardens.
Lewis, John Lynn: 3 p.m. today, Golden Funeral Home, Bastrop.
Miller, Floyd P.: 2 p.m. today, Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.
Mingo, Alice: 11 a.m. Saturday, Philadelphia Baptist Church, Crowville.
Rush, Alice Jane: 11 a.m. Saturday, Piney Grove Baptist Church, West Monroe.
Sanders, Roy Lee: 11 a.m. Saturday, Lake Providence High School.
Scott, Lelan Odessie: 1 p.m. Saturday, B.E. King Funeral Home, Ruston.
Sears, Vivian Turner: 10 a.m. today, Golden Funeral Home, Bastrop.
Sikes, David P.: 2 p.m. today, Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.
Williams, Samuel L.: 11 a.m. today, Smith Funeral Home, Monro

April 12, 2008 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

CHRISTINE C. SCOTT Kilpatrick Funeral Home Farmerville, LA Graveside service for Christine C. Scott 90, of Farmerville, LA, will be held at 2:00 PM on Sunday, April 13, 2008, in Bernice City Cemetery in Bernice, LA, Officiating will be Rev. David Martin., under direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home in Farmerville, LA. Christine Scott was born on December 31, 1917 in Hoxie, AR and passed away on April 10, 2008 in Farmerville, LA. She enjoyed life and was loved by all she met. She was a beloved mother and grandmother and will be missed greatly by her family and friends. She is preceded in death by her son, Vincent SanMartino. She is survived her children Rosalie Lewis of Del City, OK; Patricia Furchak of Midwest City, OK; and Leta Smith of Farmerville, LA; sister, Opal Gray of Harrah, OK; 8 grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren. Visitation will be Saturday, April 12, 2008 from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM at Kilpatrick Funeral Home of Farmerville, LA. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneral homes.com

CLU FLU LUSK Arlington, TX A funeral was held on Thursday, March 6, 2008 in Arlington . Burial was in the Dallas-Fort Worth National Cemetery . Clu Flu, the youngest of 10 brothers and sisters, was born June 26, 1921 , in Cartwright, LA, Jackson Parish, to Frank Elbert and Helen Remington Lusk. He graduated from Eros High School in 1938 and earned a B.A. degree from Louisiana Tech in 1942. He served in the U.S. Coast Guard from 1942 to 1945, earning the rank of lieutenant. He taught mathematics at the Coast Guard Academy in New London , Conn. In 1944 and 1945, he served on the USCG Cutter Roger B. Taney, overseeing an anti-aircraft gun crew in North Atlantic duty and in the Okinawa campaign. Clu Flu graduated from Tulane University with a medical degree in 1950. He completed residencies in Shreveport and Pineville. He practiced medicine in Weimar, TX and then went on to practice in Gainesville, TX for 24 years. He was a diplomate-charter member of the American Academy of Family Physicians. Between 1977 and 1988, he served as the assistant director of the family practice residency program of the University of Texas Southwestern Medical School at John Peter Smith Hospital in Fort Worth. Dr. Lusk was a member of Alpha Omega Alpha, the national medical honor society. His integrity and ability as a physician leave legions of grateful and admiring former patients and co-workers. He was an ordained elder in the Presbyterian Church and was a member of St. Philip Presbyterian Church in Hurst. Clu Flu is survived by his wife, Diane Voth Lusk, and children, Ruth Mauppin, Zack Lusk and Brooke Lusk; his son, Fred Lusk and his mother, Elizabeth Morse Baptie, and by Alan Lusk, Jane Sears, John Lusk and Claire Morris and their mother, Shirley Dieterich Lusk; 11 grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; sisters, Dimple McBride of Grapevine, Tx and Rossie Swanner of Jonesboro; and numerous nieces and nephews.

FRANCES WELLS BRITT North Little Rock Funeral Home North Little Rock, AR Frances Wells Britt, 94, of Maumelle passed away Wednesday, April 9, 2008. She loved her family especially her grandchildren, loved to make cookies, cakes, quilts and crochet. She enjoyed the fellowship, especially the Halloween Costume Party at White Ferry Road Church of Christ, West Monroe, Louisiana. She was preceded in death by her husband, Hugh Britt, Sr., who was formally the golf pro at The Monroe City Course and Highland Park Country Club in West Monroe, Louisiana. She is survived by her daughter, Betty Hall and husband, Charles, of Maumelle; their children, Kevin Hall and wife Donna of Maumelle and Kelly Hale, of North Little Rock; son, Hugh Britt and wife, Mary of Ripley, Tennessee; his two sons, Hugh Britt III and Jason Britt; three great-grandsons, Britt Hall, Justin Britt and Ryan Hale. The family appreciates the loving care given Frances by her caregivers, Amber, Mary, Kathy, Dr. Carradine, Margaret, and Billie Dewberry. Memorials may be made to Alzheimer's Arkansas, 10411 W. Markham, Ste. 130, Little Rock, Arkansas 72205 or Arkansas Hospice, 5600 W. 12th Street, Little Rock, Arkansas 72204. A celebration of her life will be held 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM, Sunday, May 18, 2008 at the home of Charles and Betty Hall. Arrangements by North Little Rock Funeral Home and Cremation Service, 758-1170. Online obituary and guest register at www.nlrfh.com.

GEORGIA "GEE GEE" CIPRIANO Rader Funeral Home Longview, TX Graveside services for Georgia "Gee Gee" Cipriano, 87, of Rowlett, Texas will be held at 1:00 PM Saturday, April 12, 2008 at Lakeview Memorial Gardens, Longview, with the Reverend David Reeder officiating. Burial will follow under the direction of Rader Funeral Home of Longview. She passed away Thursday, April 10 in a Rowlett hospital. Mrs. Cipriano was born December 1, 1920 in Mangham, Louisiana to George W. and Mary Ford. She was a former resident of Longview and was a homemaker. She was a Baptist. She was preceded in death by her husband, Paul "Skip" Cipriano; her parents; sister, Bernice Dover; and brother, Ernest Ford. Those left to cherish her memory are her loving daughters, Pat Smith and husband Jimmy of Spring, TX and Paula Crooks and husband Larry of Garland, TX; grandchildren, Richard Oliver and wife Charytie and their children, Brittanie and Kyle; Misty Davis and husband Russell and their son Dustin; Stacy Phillips and daughter, Cassidy; and Brian Smith; sister, Mary Christiansen; brother, Bill Ford; and numerous nieces and nephews. A memorial guestbook may be signed at www.raderfh.com

GRACE RUSSELL SMITH Mulhearn Funeral Home Winnsboro, LA Services for Mrs. Grace Russell Smith, 92, of Winnsboro, LA will be 10:00 AM, Saturday, April 12, 2008 at Beouf River Baptist Church at Liddieville, LA with Rev. Jimmy Harper and Russell Kupferer officiating. Interment will follow in Ogden Cemetery, under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home Winnsboro, LA. As the last surviving member of her family she was preceded in death by her parents; brothers George Russell, John Russell, her twin brother Roger Garrett " Bud" Russell; sisters Ollie Riley, Clara Winters, Bonnie May Thomas, Martha Jane Russell, Lucy Faulk, Maggie Searcy, Beatrice Hawsey and Julie Fowler, along with two infants that died soon after birth. Also preceded in death by Major Collins, who was taken in as a young child by her parents. Mrs Grace, known as Big Mama to her family, was born in Liddieville, LA October 26, 1915 to the late George Newt Russell and Clara Williams Russell. In her teens, she traveled to Monroe, LA to attend Russell Beauty School. She married Cecil Smith Dec. 24, 1938. In 1949 they returned to Liddieville, LA with their family. She was well known as a great cook even though she never measured anything. She spoke "her mind". You never had to guess what Big Mama thinking. She was a loving mother, grandmother, and great grandmother. She will be greatly missed. She is survived by her children, Jerry Smith, Sylvia Kupferer and Linda Sue Allen, as well as five grandchildren, 6 great grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews. Pallbearers will be Billie Massey, Stephen Smith, Russell Kupferer, John Kupferer, Hooper Nealy and George Faulk, Jr. In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to the Ogden Cemetery Fund. Visitation will be from 9:00 AM until service time at the church. On line registry/ condolences at www.mulheranfuneral home.com

JACOB SCOTT JACKSON, INFANT Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road, Monroe, LA Graveside services for Jacob Scott Jackson, infant son of Kevin and Tiffany Jackson, of Monroe, will be held at 2:00 PM Sunday, April 13, 2008, at Roselawn Memorial Gardens in Calhoun, LA with Rev. Warren Eckhardt officiating. Services are under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Survivors include his parents, Kevin and Tiffany Jackson of Monroe; maternal grandparents, Walter and Linda Hawsey of West Monroe, LA; paternal grandparents, Vicky Tucker and husband Johnny, and Clyde Jackson and wife Cindy; paternal great grandparents, Ray and Oberia Hawkins, and Rita Jackson, all of Ocean Springs, MS; aunts, Jody Jackson, Bridgette Bangs, Holly Jackson, and Destiny Jackson; uncles, Namon Bangs, and Barry Hawsey and wife Leah; and great aunt, Joan Powell. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneral home.com

JAMAR D. FRAZIER SR. Tennant Funeral Home Rayville, LA Jamar D. Frazier Sr., was born August 17, 1977 to Mr. & Mrs. James E. Frazier, Sr. Jamar confessed Christ at an early age of nine and joined Mount Olive Missionary Baptist Church, under the leadership of the late Rev. C.R. Redden. Jamar departed this life on April 4, 2008 at Franklin Medical Center in Winnsboro, LA, after a brief and sudden illness. Jamar was preceded in death by his grandparents, Arthur and Christine Frazier of Newellton, LA and Herman Briggs, Sr. of Natchez, MS. He attended Newellton Elementary School and later attended Routhwood Elementary School where he became interested in sports. He attended Newellton High School where he excelled in football and received numerous awards each year he played. Jamar developed a winning personality and a love for his fellowman. In 1995 he graduated high school and attended Northwestern State University in Natchitoches, LA and Northeast Louisiana University in Monroe, LA. Jamar worked several jobs, but farming with his father was his true passion. He was a loving and dedicated father and son and spent his final days doing what he truly enjoyed, which included spending precious time with his father. Jamar was a joy as well as pleasure to all who knew him and will be missed dearly by his family and friends. Jamar leaves to cherish his memories his parents Mr. & Mrs. James E. Frazier,Sr.; his fiancé' Táchira Johnson; six beautiful children, Jamar Jar, Corinne, Jon Arthur, Jamey, Jamaica, and Jackal all of Newellton, LA; two sisters Lori (Isaac) Guy of Tallulah, LA, and Janie (Wayne) Barnett of Lafayette, LA; two brothers Benjamin (Mary) Lewis of Shreveport, LA and James Frazier, Jr. of Las Vegas, NV; his grandmother Niota Briggs of Natchez, MS; along with a host of aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces, nephews and friends.

MARTHA L. GRANT "BIG MAMA" Tennant Funeral Home Rayville, LA Funeral services for Martha L. Grant, 74, formerly of Mer Rouge, LA will be held Saturday, April 12, 2008, 1:00 PM at the Morehouse Educational Association Building, 8420 Collinston Road, Rev. Johnny Green Officiating. Visitation will be held Friday, April 11, 2008, 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM at the Galilee Missionary Baptist Church, Collinston, LA. Martha Grant passed away April 3, 2008, at the St. Francis Hospital. She was a retired School Food Service Technician for Morehouse Parish School System. Preceded in death by her parents, Annie Mae Grant and Lindsey Grant; she is survived by her children Annie Grant Phillips (Howard) of Detroit, MI, Frances Grant Simpson (George) of Gardenia CA, Christine Grant Jones of Bastrop, LA, Jackie Grant Burrell (Sherman) of Bastrop, LA, Norma Grant Moore (Edward) of Bastrop, LA, Sandra Grant Chaffolds of Huntsville, AL, and Alton Grant of Bastrop, LA; two sisters Mamie L. Rabun of Bastrop, LA and Clinstine Johnson of Detroit, MI. Internment: Jerusalem Cemetery, Oak Ridge Highway.

MARTHA LOU BUTLER GALLEMORE Kilpatrick Funeral Home Ruston, LA. Funeral services for Mrs. Martha Lou Butler Gallemore, age 53, of Ruston will be held at 2:00 PM Sunday, April 13, 2008 at Kilpatrick Funeral Home Chapel in Ruston. Officiating the service will be Rev. Brad Jones. Interment will follow at Hamilton Cemetery in Dubach, LA under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home in Ruston, LA. Mrs. Gallemore was born August 18, 1954 and passed away April 10, 2008. Martha held her family and friends closest to her heart, but also reserved a genuine desire for her patient's care, justice, and dignity grounded in Christian values. She obtained her RN degree from Louisiana Tech University. One of Martha's passions was caring for the elderly. She had completed the necessary requirements to become a Gerontological Nurse Practitioner along with her MSN degree from the University of South Alabama at Mobile. Her professional positions included being a RN at Lincoln General Hospital, Director of Nurses at Green Clinic, and Director of Nurses at Alpine Guest Care. Mrs. Gallemore is survived by husband of twenty two yearsk : John H. Gallemore of Ruston; daughter: Nikki Council of Ruston; brothers: Jimmy Butler, of Martin TN, Tony Butler and wife Florence of Ft. Mill SC: son: John B. Gallemore and wife Amy of Ogden, UT; granddaughters: Lucy and Emma Gallemore; niece: Susan Neaville; nephews: Blake Butler and Clay Butler. Pallbearers will be Stanley Leonard, Jones Leonard, Jeff Bennett, Larry Crawford, Steve Norris, and Harvey Davis. Visitation will be Saturday April 12, 2008 from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM at Kilpatrick Funeral Home. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneral homes.com

MRS. RACHEL FAYE LAGRONE Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Funeral services for Mrs. Rachel Faye LaGrone will be held at 2:00 PM on Sunday, April 13 , 2008, in the Pentecostals of the Twin Cities with Pastor Emeritus Fred Foster, Associate Pastor Jeremy Foster, and grandson, Randy LaGrone, officiating. Interment will follow in Roselawn Memorial Gardens in Calhoun, LA, under the direction of the Kilpatrick Funeral Home of West Monroe. Born September 24th, 1925, in Huntington, TX, she was a daughter of the late Taylor R. and Bessie Young Morris. Mrs. LaGrone was a homemaker and a long-time member of the Pentecostals of the the Twin Cities. In addition to her parents, 4 brothers preceded her in death. Survivors include her beloved husband of over 64 years, Jack B. LaGrone, Sr.; a daughter, Donna Bulloch and husband, Bruce; 2 sons, Jack LaGrone and wife, Laura, and Lamar LaGrone; brother, Leslie Morris; sister, Dorothy Scarborough and husband, Lawrence; 9 grandchildren; 11 great grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews. Family friends will serve as pallbearers. Visitation will be Saturday evening, April 12, 2008, from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM at Kilpatrick Funeral Home of West Monroe. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneral homes.com.

RUTH B. ALBRITTON FARRAR FUNERAL HOME Farmerville, LA . Funeral services for Ruth Bearden Albritton, of Farmerville will be held at 10:00AM, Monday, April 14, 2008 at Sardis Baptist Church with Bros. J. L. Williams & Wendell Sellers officiating. Burial will be in Sardis Cemetery. Arrangements are under the direction of Farrar Funeral Home of Farmerville. Mrs. Albritton, a homemaker, died Thursday, April 10, 2008. She was a member of Sardis Baptist Church, an avid crocheter, and enjoyed the outdoors immensely working in her flowerbeds. She is preceded in death by her fathers, Bennie B. Bearden and John O. Skains; husband, Marvin Albritton, and a brother, Taylor Skains. Survivors include her daughter & son-in-law, Marlene & Mike Marchant; 2 grandchildren: Joey & Alissa Marchant; her mothers, Shirley Primm and Orare Skains; 3 brothers: Bennie B. Skains & wife, Nan; Danny Skains & wife, Debbie and Jerry Butler; 5 sisters: Beth Bearden, Lillian Savoie & husband, Roy, Mary Ann Miller, Joyce Smith & husband, Clint and Wanda Cole & husband, John; 2 special sisters-in-law: Ida Belle Albritton & Maxine Skains; a host of nieces & nephews and best friend, Christine Bearden. Pallbearers are John A. Skains, Ricky Albritton, Richard Earl Bearden, Stan Bearden, Kim Skains, Ricky Skains & Bradley Bryan. Visitation will be 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM Sunday at Farrar Funeral Home. The family wishes to extend special thanks to Caring Hearts Hospice, Dr. Venters and Teresa. Online messages may be sent to the family at www.farrarfh.com.

Ruth B. Albritton, 74
FARMERVILLE — Ruth B. Albritton, a homemaker, died Thursday. Services are 10 a.m. Monday at Sardis Baptist Church, Farmerville. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. today at Farrar Funeral Home, Farmerville. Burial will be in Sardis Cemetery.

Willie 'Dub' Ambrose, 68
Willie "Dub" Ambrose of Sterlington, a janitor, died Wednesday. Services are 11 a.m. Monday at Little Flower of Jesus Catholic Church, Monroe. Visitation is 1-6 p.m. today at Smith Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Magnolia Cemetery, Monroe.

Benjamin F. Brown, 54
Benjamin F. Brown of Monroe, a construction worker, died Friday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe.

Michael C. Goldsberry, 58
BASTROP — Michael Clark Goldsberry, a truck driver, died Friday. Services are 2 p.m. Tuesday at Cox Funeral Home, Bastrop. Visitation is 5-9 p.m. Monday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Mer Rouge Cemetery.

Harvey Goodwin, 73
NEWELLTON — Harvey "Poochie" Goodwin, an oilfield and sawmill employee, died Friday. Services are 3 p.m. today at Young's Funeral Home, Ferriday. Visitation begins at 1 p.m. Burial will be in Legion Memorial Cemetery, Newellton.

Eloise Faye Graham, 75
Eloise Faye Graham of Monroe, a retired sales clerk, died Friday. Services are 11 a.m. today at Cox Funeral Home, Bastrop. Visitation begins at 10 a.m. Burial will be in Oak Grove Cemetery, Oak Grove.

Jacob S. Jackson, infant
Jacob Scott Jackson, infant son of Kevin and Tiffany Jackson of Monroe, died Wednesday. Graveside services are 2 p.m. today at Roselawn Memorial Gardens, West Monroe, under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe.

Mary Frances Jones, 81
HAINES CITY, Fla. — Mary Frances Jones, a homemaker formerly of Baskin, died Saturday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Gill First National Funeral Home, Winnsboro.

Rachel Faye LaGrone, 82
Rachel Faye LaGrone of West Monroe, a homemaker, died Wednesday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Pentecostals of the Twin Cities. Visitation begins at 1 p.m. Burial will be in Roselawn Memorial Gardens, West Monroe, under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Christine C. Scott, 90
FARMERVILLE — Christine C. Scott, a homemaker, died Thursday. Graveside services are 2 p.m. today at Bernice City Cemetery under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Farmerville.

Orville Kaa Thomas, 75
BASTROP — Orville Kaa Thomas, an Assembly of God minister for 57 years, died Saturday. Services are 4 p.m. Tuesday at Cox Funeral Home, Bastrop. Visitation is 4-8 p.m. Monday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Memorial Park Cemetery, Bastrop.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED
Gales, Wanda: noon today, United Shiloh Solomon Temple Missionary Baptist Church, Newellton.
Gallemore, Martha B.: 2 p.m. today, Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Ruston.
Kimball, Max Brazil: 2 p.m. today, Cox Funeral Home, Bastrop.
Storey Jr., Garland: 3 p.m. today, Rose-Neath Funeral Home, Arcadia

April 13, 2008 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

JERRELL DOUGLAS "J.D." ABERNATHY Golden Funeral Home Bastrop, LA Funeral services for Mr. Jerrell Douglas "J.D." Abernathy, 71, of Bastrop, LA are scheduled for 11:00 AM Monday, April 14, 2008 at the Chapel of Golden Funeral Home with Rev. Jim Ingram officiating. Interment will follow in Memorial Park Cemetery. Visitation will be held from 5:00 PM until 9:00 PM Sunday at Golden Funeral Home. Mr. Abernathy was retired from the financial industry. He was a member of First Baptist Church and served his country in the U.S. National Guard. He is survived by his wife, Doyce Jeanette Abernathy; daughter, Angela Miletello and husband Tony of Monroe, LA; son, Keith Abernathy and wife Trisha of Tulsa, OK; three step daughters, Ladonna Dodd and husband Dan of Bastrop, LA, Lisa Ratcliff and husband Deryl of Shreveport, LA, April Rookard and fiance' Quinton Jackson of Bastrop, LA; step son, Tommy Rookard, Jr. and wife Brenda of Bastrop, LA; ten grandchildren, Ashley Miletello, Joey Miletello, Michael Abernathy, Jennifer Abernathy, Trey Rookard, Matt Rookard, Austin Rookard, Amber Wilkerson, Nicklous Spigner, Robin Spigner and ten great grandchildren. Mr. Abernathy is preceded in death by his wife of 32 years, Pharye Abernathy; daughter, Brenda Renee Abernathy; great grandson, Ayden Douglas Miletello; father, Malcolm Abernathy and mother, Arlie McClure. Serving as pallbearers are: the deacons of First Baptist Church. Honorary pallbearers will be: Johnny Paige, Dan Dodd and members of Mr. Abernathy's Sunday School Class. The family wishes to thank Dr. Robert Lyon and the nurses in I.C.U. at Morehouse General Hospital for their special care during Mr. Abernathy's illness. Memorials may be made to the American Lung Association.

JUNE WILSON KOZLOVSKY Kilpatrick Funeral Home Monroe, LA Funeral services for June Wilson Kozlovsky, 84, of Monroe will be held at 2:00 PM on Tuesday, April 15, 2008 at Kilpatrick Funeral Home of Monroe. Rev. Butch Pilcher will be officiating and interment will follow at Monroe Memorial Park under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home of Monroe. Mrs. Kozlovsky was born June 3, 1923 in Clarks, Louisiana and passed away April 9, 2008 in Monroe, Louisiana. She was preceded in death by her parents, Lillian Dell Wilson and Stuart Lionel Wilson. Mrs. Kozlovsky is survived by her children: Freddie Kozlovsky and wife, Felisia, Patsy Roy, and Desi Kozlovsky; brother: Wallace Gardner Wilson; 5 grandchildren, 3 great grandchildren and 2 nieces. Visitation will be 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM Monday, April 14, 2008 at Kilpatrick Funeral Home of Monroe. Online condolence messages may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneral homes.com.

MR. JACK JEARL DYKE Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, La. Funeral services for Mr. Jack Jearl Dyke, 78, of Bastrop, La. formerly of West Monroe, La. will be held at 2:00 PM Monday, April 14, 2008 in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home in West Monroe, LA with Rev. Britt Dupree officiating. Interment will be in Hasley Cemetery in West Monroe, LA. Mr. Dyke passed away on April 12, 2008 at the Cherry Ridge Nursing Home in Bastrop, LA. Mr. Dyke was a member of the Central Baptist Church in Bastrop, LA. He was a retired building contractor. He loved painting, woodworking and making musical instruments. Mr. Dyke was preceded in death by his parents, James A. and Bertha Dyke, sister, Claudean Hendrix, brothers, James Edward Dyke and Jimmy Dyke. Survivors: his wife, Mrs. Edith Haney Dyke of Bastrop, LA; two daughters, Sharon Shelton and husband, Joe of Houston, MS and Brenda Moore and husband, Lynn of Monroe, LA; six grandchildren, Darby Shelton of Oxford, MS, Stormy Shelton Hall of New Albany, MS, Summer Shelton of Knoxville, TN, Sky Shelton of Nashville, TN, Laura Moore and Spencer Moore both of Monroe, LA; five great grandchildren, Darby Grey Shelton, Indigo Shelton, Tennessee Hall, Cherokee Hall and Albany Hall; Sister, Ella Jean Dyke and two brothers, Charlie Dyke and A. P. Dyke. Pallbearers will be Joe Shelton, Darby Shelton, Lynn Moore, Spencer Moore, Phillip McCready and Darrell White. Visitation will be from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM Sunday at Mulhearn Funeral Home in West Monroe, LA. The family would like to give special thanks to Bro. Britt Dupree, Premier Hospice, Cherry Ridge Nursing Home Nurses and CNA's, Dr. Clint Netherland and Dr. Floyd Jones. Online Registry/ Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneral home.com

MR. JOHN TILLMAN KING Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Graveside Services for Mr. John Tillman King, 77, of Monroe, LA will be held at 2:30 PM Sunday, April 13, 2008 at the Roselawn Memorial Gardens in Calhoun, LA with Rev. Lindle Stewart and Rev. Marla Munn officiating under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Mr. King was born on April 8, 1931 and passed away on April 11, 2008 at the Louisiana Extended Care Hospital in West Monroe, LA. He was a lifetime member of the AM Vets Post #66. He was preceded in death by his wife, Gertrud K. King and by numerous brothers and sisters. Survivors include his children, Johnny King and wife Sharon, Patricia King Putnam and husband John, and Master Seargent Michael Bruce King (Afghanistan); Grandchildren, Daniel Putnam and wife Amber, Tyler Putnam, Sara, Darla, and Kayla King. Memorials may be made to the Charity of your choice. Online Registry/Condolences www.mulhearnfuneral home.com

PEGGY JONES Kilpatrick Funeral Home Ruston, LA Peggy Jones, born Margaret Elizabeth Kruse, passed away on the morning of April 11, 2008. Peggy was preceded in death by her husband, Richard Jones, and her parents, H.V. Kruse and Olivia Kruse. Peggy was born on September 30, 1918, in Jerome, when Arizona had only been in the United States for six years. She always had the West in her heart but made Louisiana her home. Peggy's early experiences were colorful and varied and made her into the unique person she became. She attended the University of Arizona where she was a Gamma Phi Beta and graduated from Sawyer's Business School in Los Angeles, California, where she met her husband, Richard Jones. They married in 1941, lived in Nashville, Tennessee, and after World War II they moved to Douglas, Arizona. In 1950 they made Ruston their home and established their businesses, Ruston Lumber and Supply and Triad Builders. Known by scores as "Noni" or "Aunt Peggy," she was a wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and aunt. But she was more than that. Peggy was a cherished friend not only to her contemporaries, but to her family members and their friends as well. She loved her family and friends as much as they loved her. Living her life with style and grace, Peggy never missed an opportunity to let people know how much she genuinely valued them. She was ageless and timeless and uniquely able to span four generations with her wit and wisdom. Peggy's sense of humor and sage advice continues to resonate in those lives she touched. She lived life with an open heart and mind, always giving much more than she ever asked for in return. As she was known by her grandchildren and great-grandchildren, Noni always saw the best in people, living her life by the values of acceptance and tolerance, and instilling these traits in the three generations that followed her. Peggy was a member of the Episcopal Church of the Redeemer for 58 years. She was also a member of the Garden Study Club and a founding member of the Northeast Louisiana Orchid Society. Peggy was an avid bridge player. She was a member of the Tuesday Bridge Club from 1950 until her death. Also, she was a long time member of the Wednesday and Friday Bridge Clubs. The family would like to express deep appreciation to Dr. Benjamin Grigsby, Dr. Jeb Butler, and Dr. Michael Namoor and the nurses at the ICU of the Northern Louisiana Medical Center for their excellent medical care of Peggy during her illness. Peggy is survived by her daughter Vici Jones Fallin and son-in-law, Jim Fallin, and her son, Richard Drew Jones, and daughter-in-law, Patricia Tait Jones all of Ruston, LA; her grandchildren, Elizabeth Fallin Manning and Rodney Manning of Ruston, LA, Laura Fallin Ferguson and Jeff Ferguson of Jacksonville, FL, Susanna Jones Helm and Drew Helm of Katy, TX, Carey Fallin Hurst and Jay Hurst of Dallas, TX, and Margaret Jones Boudreaux and Milton Boudreaux of Ruston, LA; and great-grandchildren Matthew Paul Manning, Mary-Margaret Elizabeth Manning, James Henry Ferguson, Catherine Michelle Ferguson, Richard Tait Helm, Jackson Hays Ferguson, Zoe Wyeth Helm, Molly Catherine Hurst, and Benjamin Byron Boudreaux, and a host of nieces, nephews, and friends. Pallbearers are Milton Boudreaux, Jeff Ferguson, Joe Glasgow, Drew Helm, Jay Hurst, Bert Jones, Matthew Manning, and Rodney Manning. Honorary Pallbearers are W.A. Jones, Carroll Jones, Bill Jones, Schumpert Cassidy Jones, Tom Jones, Ben Jones, Dan O'Neal, John Perritt, and Mike Reed. The family will receive friends at Peggy Jones's residence (604 Glendale Drive) on Sunday, April 13, 2008, beginning at 4:00 PM. The funeral service will be held at the Episcopal Church of the Redeemer on Monday, April 14, 2008, at 10:00 AM Interment will follow at the Pines Memorial Gardens Cemetery on Mitcham Orchard Road. In lieu of flowers the family requests that donations be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital at 501 St. Jude Place; Memphis, TN 38150-1942, or to the Episcopal Church of the Redeemer at 504 Tech Drive; Ruston, LA 71270. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneral homes.com

REV. LEO GEORGE BALSAMO, JR. Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road, Monroe, LA Funeral services for Rev. Leo George Balsamo, Jr., 42, of Monroe, will be held at 2:00 PM Tuesday, April 15, 2008 at Abundant Life Full Gospel Fellowship Church with Rev. Shirley Davidson and Bishop Michael Atunrase officiating. Interment will follow in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Rev. Balsamo passed away Friday, April 11, 2008. He was one of the ministers of Abundant Life Full Gospel Fellowship Church, the director over the District for the AEGA, and the co-owner of ICON. He was a great husband, father, and a brother and friend to many. He will be missed by all and his work will continue. Rev. Balsamo was preceded in death by his sister, Lynn Chriceol. Survivors include his wife of twenty-four years, Denise Dupree Balsamo; children, Leo George Balsamo, III and wife Brittany, Aaron M. Balsamo and Anthony Balsamo, all of Monroe; brothers, Robert Floyd Smith, Perry Lefler, Matt Balsamo, and Hank Chriceol, all of West Monroe; sisters, Sonya Lively of West Monroe, and Laura Ann Corner; father, Leo George Balsamo, Sr. and wife Annie Pearl of West Monroe; mother, Bobbie Diane Lively; and mother-in-law, Lucy Dupree of Monroe. Pallbearers will be Johnny Tarver, Bro. Rich Little, Larry Swatsenberg, Jack Lewis, Kenny Lewis, Justin Chriceol, Bro. Dean Roy, and Steve Eyre. Honorary pallbearers will be Bro. Billy Davidson, Bro. Stanley Groan, Gary Davidson, Jamal Miller, and Jim Lee. Visitation will be Monday from 5:00 PM until, at Abundant Life Full Gospel Fellowship Church, Crew Lake. Memorials may be made to Abundant Life Full Gospel Fellowship Church. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneral home.com

Ruth B. Albritton, 74
FARMERVILLE — Ruth B. Albritton, a homemaker, died Thursday. Services are 10 a.m. Monday at Sardis Baptist Church, Farmerville. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. today at Farrar Funeral Home, Farmerville. Burial will be in Sardis Cemetery.

Willie 'Dub' Ambrose, 68
Willie "Dub" Ambrose of Sterlington, a janitor, died Wednesday. Services are 11 a.m. Monday at Little Flower of Jesus Catholic Church, Monroe. Visitation is 1-6 p.m. today at Smith Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Magnolia Cemetery, Monroe.

Benjamin F. Brown, 54
Benjamin F. Brown of Monroe, a construction worker, died Friday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe.

Michael C. Goldsberry, 58
BASTROP — Michael Clark Goldsberry, a truck driver, died Friday. Services are 2 p.m. Tuesday at Cox Funeral Home, Bastrop. Visitation is 5-9 p.m. Monday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Mer Rouge Cemetery.

Harvey Goodwin, 73
NEWELLTON — Harvey "Poochie" Goodwin, an oilfield and sawmill employee, died Friday. Services are 3 p.m. today at Young's Funeral Home, Ferriday. Visitation begins at 1 p.m. Burial will be in Legion Memorial Cemetery, Newellton.

Eloise Faye Graham, 75
Eloise Faye Graham of Monroe, a retired sales clerk, died Friday. Services are 11 a.m. today at Cox Funeral Home, Bastrop. Visitation begins at 10 a.m. Burial will be in Oak Grove Cemetery, Oak Grove.

Jacob S. Jackson, infant
Jacob Scott Jackson, infant son of Kevin and Tiffany Jackson of Monroe, died Wednesday. Graveside services are 2 p.m. today at Roselawn Memorial Gardens, West Monroe, under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe.

Mary Frances Jones, 81
HAINES CITY, Fla. — Mary Frances Jones, a homemaker formerly of Baskin, died Saturday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Gill First National Funeral Home, Winnsboro.

Rachel Faye LaGrone, 82
Rachel Faye LaGrone of West Monroe, a homemaker, died Wednesday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Pentecostals of the Twin Cities. Visitation begins at 1 p.m. Burial will be in Roselawn Memorial Gardens, West Monroe, under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Christine C. Scott, 90
FARMERVILLE — Christine C. Scott, a homemaker, died Thursday. Graveside services are 2 p.m. today at Bernice City Cemetery under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Farmerville.

Orville Kaa Thomas, 75
BASTROP — Orville Kaa Thomas, an Assembly of God minister for 57 years, died Saturday. Services are 4 p.m. Tuesday at Cox Funeral Home, Bastrop. Visitation is 4-8 p.m. Monday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Memorial Park Cemetery, Bastrop.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED
Gales, Wanda: noon today, United Shiloh Solomon Tem

April 14, 2008 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

IN LOVING MEMORY OF Vernon Berryman McCoy 2/4/1948-4/14/2007 Love your Wife and Children, Pat, Mandy & Matt

MICHAEL CLARK GOLDSBERRY COX FUNERAL HOME BASTROP, LA Funeral services for Michael Clark Goldsberry, age 58, are scheduled for Tuesday, April 15, 2008 at 2:00 PM at Cox Funeral Home Chapel in Bastrop, LA with Bro. Bill Fowler and Bro. Dale Jordan officiating. Interment will follow at Mer Rouge Cemetery in Mer Rouge, LA. Formerly of West Monroe, Mike was a long time resident of Bastrop. Mike, an Army veteran, was born on September 17, 1949 in Craig County, Oklahoma to Ben and Sybil Horton Goldsbery. He died Friday April 11, 2008, following a long and courageous battle with cancer. He was preceded in death by his parents and 2 step grandsons. Survivors include his wife, Peggy Calhoon Goldsberry; step-daughters, Dayna Duplissey and husband Steve, Dawna Kitchens, Darla Leonard and husband Will; step-sons Quincy Evans, Wilbur Evans and wife Ashley, all of Bastrop. Other survivors include 10 step grandchildren, Mike's siblings: Sharon Savoie of Pearl River, LA, Roger Goldsberry and wife Melissa of Ochomogo, Nicaragua, Judy Myers and husband Jim of Jasper, TX, Coni Hollingsworth and husband Clay of Monroe, Kristi Goldsberry of West Monroe, and several nieces and nephews. Pallbearers will be Dexter Crumley, Terry Lynn Young, and nephews Chris Hollingsworth, Kevin Savoie, Shaun Savoie , and Robert Woodard. Honorary Pallbearers will be employees of Dreher Contracting, Inc. The family extends their heartfelt thanks to Cindy Burlew, Brenda McDaniel, Bro. Dale Jordan, Robert Younger, and Lakeisha Moore of Premier Hospice; and to Martha Ann Yates of the Morehouse Cancer Society. The family also appreciates Mike's in-laws Lorraine and Wilbur Calhoon for their support and countless hours spent helping to care for him during his illness. Memorials may be made to the Morehouse Cancer Fund, P.O. Box 906, Bastrop, LA 71220. Visitation will be Monday from 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM at Cox Funeral Home. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.coxfuneral.com

REV. LEO GEORGE BALSAMO, JR. Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road, Monroe, LA Funeral services for Rev. Leo George Balsamo, Jr., 42, of Monroe, will be held at 2:00 PM Tuesday, April 15, 2008 at Abundant Life Full Gospel Fellowship Church with Rev. Shirley Davidson and Bishop Michael Atunrase officiating. Interment will follow in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Rev. Balsamo passed away Friday, April 11, 2008. He was one of the ministers of Abundant Life Full Gospel Fellowship Church, the director over the District for the AEGA, and the co-owner of ICON. He was a great husband, father, and a brother and friend to many. He will be missed by all and his work will continue. Rev. Balsamo was preceded in death by his sister, Lynn Chriceol; and his Spiritual Father in the Lord, Rev. Nathan Jones. Survivors include his wife of twenty-four years, Denise Dupree Balsamo; children, Leo George Balsamo, III and wife Brittany, Aaron M. Balsamo and Anthony Balsamo, all of Monroe; brothers, Robert Floyd Smith, Perry Lefler, Matt Balsamo, Billy Joe Dupree, and Hank Chriceol, all of West Monroe; sisters, Sonya Lively of West Monroe, and Laura Ann Corner; father, Leo George Balsamo, Sr. and wife Annie Pearl of West Monroe; mother, Bobbie Diane Lively; mother-in-law, Lucy Dupree of Monroe; and father-in-law, Tommy Dupree. Pallbearers will be Johnny Tarver, Bro. Rich Little, Larry Swatsenberg, Jack Lewis, Kenny Lewis, Justin Chriceol, Bro. Dean Roy, and Steve Eyre. Honorary pallbearers will be Bro. Billy Davidson, Bro. Stanley Groan, Gary Davidson, Jamal Miller, and Jim Lee. Visitation will be Monday starting at 5:00 PM at Abundant Life Full Gospel Fellowship Church. Memorials may be made to Abundant Life Full Gospel Fellowship Church. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneral home.com

Rev. L. Balsamo Jr., 42
The Rev. Leo George Balsamo Jr., of Monroe, a business owner and minister, died Friday. Services are 2 p.m. Tuesday at Abundant Life Full Gospel Fellowship Church, Start. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery, Monroe. Visitation is 5 p.m. today at the church.

Benjamin F. Brown, 54
Benjamin F. Brown, of Monroe, a construction worker, died Friday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Jesus the Good Shepherd Catholic Church. Burial will be in St. Paschal's Cemetery, West Monroe, under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Monroe. Visitation is noon-1:30 p.m. at the funeral home.

Jack Jearl Dyke, 78
BASTROP — Jack Jearl Dyke, a building contractor, formerly of West Monroe, died Saturday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Burial will be in Hasley Cemetery. Visitation is 1 p.m. until service at the funeral home.

J.E. 'Elmer' Fletcher, 88
JONESBORO — J.E. "Elmer" Fletcher, a paper mill maintenance foreman, died Saturday. Services are 3 p.m. today at Edmonds Funeral Home. Burial will be in Friendship Cemetery, Sikes.

Mary Frances Jones, 81
HAINES CITY, Fla. — Mary Frances Jones, a homemaker, formerly of Baskin, died Saturday. Services are 10 a.m. Tuesday at Baskin Baptist Church. Burial will be in Friendship Cemetery, Baskin, under the direction of Gill First National Funeral Home, Winnsboro. Visitation is 6-8 p.m. today at the church.

June W. Kozlovsky, 84
June Wilson Kozlovsky, of Monroe, a homemaker, died Wednesday. Services are 2 p.m. Tuesday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park, Monroe. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. today at the funeral home.

Raymond Maxwell, 56
OLLA — Raymond Clay Maxwell, a welder, died Sunday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Riser Funeral Home, Columbia.

Raymond McCoy, 71
RAYVILLE — Raymond McCoy, a laborer, died Saturday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Funerals By McFarland, Delhi.

R. McMurray, 63
Raymond Junior McMurray, of Monroe, a state Department of Transportation engineer, died Sunday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home, Winnsboro.

Jerry Russell, 55
OMAHA, Neb. — Jerry Russell, formerly of Monroe, a chef, died Sunday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Smith Funeral Home, Monroe.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED:
Albritton, Ruth: 10 a.m. today, Sardis Baptist Church, Farmerville.
Ambrose, Willie "Dub": 11 a.m. today, Little Flower of Jesus Catholic Church, Monroe.
Goldsberry, Michael Clark: 2 p.m. Tuesday, Cox Funeral Home, Bastrop.
Thomas, Orville Kaa: 4 p.m. Tuesday, Cox Funeral Home, Bastrop

April 15 , 2008 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

ORION KULL Paynic Home for Funerals Godfrey, IL Orion Elizabeth Kull of Godfrey, IL was born October 5, 1924 to Sidney Ward and Dessa (Slade) Ward in Farmerville, LA and passed away on April 11, 2008 at Alton Memorial Hospital, Alton, IL. She joined her Lord in the heavenly kingdom after a brief illness. Mrs. Kull lived in West Monroe and Sulphur, Louisiana for more than 50 years before moving to United Methodist Village, Godfrey, IL. She was preceded in death by her husband of 58 years, Marshall Frederick Kull. She is survived by her daughter, Pamela Barnes and son-in-law, Dr. Dewey G. Barnes, III of Worden, IL; two grandchildren, Kelly (Barnes) Kucin of Durham, NC and Dewey G. Barnes IV of East Alton, IL; and great grandchildren Cameron Thomas Kucin of Durham, NC, Christopher Thomas Barnes, and Austin Dewey Barnes, both of East Alton, IL. A service celebrating her life will be held at the United Methodist Village Chapel, 5201 Asbury Ave., Godfrey, IL at 10:00 AM Saturday, April 19, with Pastor Dan Johnson officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Riverbend Calvary Chapel, 331 Ridge Street, Bethalto, IL 62010. Paynic Home for Funerals is in charge of arrangements.

RAYMOND J. MCMURRAY Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home Winnsboro, LA Funeral services for Mr. Raymond J. McMurray, 63, of Monroe, LA formerly of Winnsboro will be held at Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home on Wednesday, April 16, 2008 at 2:00 PM with Rev. Doyle Adams and Rev. Jerry Goodman officiating. Interment will follow at Magnolia Cemetery under the direction of Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home in Winnsboro. Mr. McMurray was born December 8, 1944 in Winnsboro, LA and passed away Sunday April 13, 2008 at his camp in Wisner. He was a resident of Monroe, a engineer specialist with the Louisiana Department of Transportation, and a member of the Baptist faith. Mr. McMurray was a veteran of the United States Navy and will be missed by many friends. He was preceded in Death by: Father-John Willie McMurray, Mother-Viola (Barfield) McMurray, and Brother-Dennis McMurray. Survivors include: Wife of 42 years Georgia Cowart McMurray; Daughter Angela (McMurray) Bickham and husband Lance; and Son Raymond Brett McMurray and wife Amanda; 3 Grandchildren Tyler Lance Bickham, Tayler Amber Bickham, and Raymond Decatur McMurray all of Monroe, LA; 3 Brothers Delmus "Poochie" McMurray and wife Juanita of Baskin, LA, Hubert "Bo" McMurray and wife Dena of Winnsboro, LA, and Jerry McMurray of Winnsboro, LA; 2 sisters Marilyn Buxton and husband Marvin and Edna Wiggins both of Winnsboro, LA, a very special Aunt Inez Day and husband John of Winnsboro, LA and several nieces and nephews. The Pallbearers will be Tyler Bickham, Jimmy Spencer, Fred Watson, Don Smith, Mike Patterson, and Terry Lightsey. The Honorary Pallbearers will be John Day, Bubba Day, and Buster Williamson. The family will receive friends at Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home from 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM Tuesday, April 15, 2008. To leave an online condolence for the family please visit www.youngscommunity. com.

T.DON SAGE Bartlett Funeral Home Bartlett, Tennessee T. Don Sage, age 73 of Monroe, passed away on April 12, 2008 at St.Francis Hospital surrounded by his family. He died after a brief illness. He is survived by his wife Judith, son Thomas D. Sage, Jr. and daughters Angelique Sage Wilson and Deidre Sage Butte`. Also he leaves two step children, J.T. Brueck and Carol Rush, plus a number of grandchildren and great grandchildren. Don was in the newspaper business most of his life, first as a carrier. After graduating from Humes High School in Memphis, TN, (where he was a classmate of Elvis Presley), he was employed by the Memphis Publishing Co. for twenty-five years. He held numerous positions in Memphis, his last assignment as Metro Circulation Manager of the Commercial Appeal. Later he joined the Gannette Corp. where he was Circulation Director in Springfield, MO, Wilmington, DE, Monroe, LA and USA TODAY General Manager in Houston,Texas. He was a member of the Southern Circulation Manager's Association and the International Circulation Manager's Association. He was known for his ability to train and develop young people in the business. Graveside services will be held in Bartlett, Tennessee and will be handled by Bartlett Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to The American Cancer Society.

VIRGINIA A. 'GINGER' TUTTLE GRAHAM FUNERAL HOME GEORGETOWN, SC Virginia A. 'Ginger' Tuttle, 65, loving wife of 44 years to William C. Tuttle, Col. USAF (Ret.), passed away Saturday, April 12, 2008 at the Medical University of South Carolina Hospital in Charleston, SC. Funeral Services will be held at All Saints Church with Rev. Terrell L. Glenn and the Reverend Doug Harvey officiating, in Pawleys Island, SC on Thursday, April 17, 2008 at 2:00 p.m. Visitation will be held at Graham Funeral Home in Georgetown, SC on Wednesday, April 16, 2008 from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM. Ginger is survived by her husband; two daughters, Robin E. Tuttle of Charlotte, NC and Julie P. Tuttle of Chapel Hill, NC; one grandson, Jackson M. Tuttle-Luft of Charlotte, NC; one sister-in-law, Peggy Horton of Pawleys Island; and her parents, Samuel Donald and Carolyn Renwick Donald, of Monroe, LA. Ginger was a botanical artist, and founding member and board member of the American Society of Botanical Artists. She was also a member of the Guild of Natural Science Illustrators, Brooklyn Botanic Garden Florilegium Society, and American Horticultural Society. Her work has been shown at the Royal Horticultural Society in London, England, where she was awarded gold and silver medals. Her work has also been reproduced in numerous publications and has been widely exhibited, including an exhibition of Flora from the Bible, which was curated by the Biedenharn Museum and Gardens and traveled across the United States for three years. Her work is held in private collections, by botanical/garden organizations, and in the Louisiana Governor's Mansion. Born in Monroe, Louisiana, Ginger settled in Pawleys Island after moving around the United States and abroad for many years while her husband served in the Air Force. She received her undergraduate degree from Northeast Louisiana University, masters degree from Ball State University, and teacher's certification from Wright State University. She also received a Certificate in Botanical Art and Illustration from the New York Botanical Garden. While Ginger was an accomplished artist and talented amateur botanist, her greatest joys were her family, her church, and her friends. Memorials may be made to All Saints Church Outreach Ministries, 3560 Kings River Road, Pawleys Island, SC 29585. Please sign a guest book and send private condolences to the family at www.grahamfuneral home.org.

Betty Lou Collinsworth, 59
SALINE — Betty Lou Collinsworth, a nurse, died Saturday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Magnolia Baptist Church, Saline. Burial will be in Magnolia Cemetery under the direction of Edmonds Funeral Home, Jonesboro.

Herman Crowell, 86
GRAYSON — Herman Crowell, a retired Oakland Tribune employee, died Monday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Riser Funeral Home, Columbia.

Rosie Daniels, 87
SICILY ISLAND — Rosie Daniels, a homemaker, died Saturday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Smith Funeral Home, Monroe.

Gary Wayne Garrett, 65
MID WEST CITY, Okla. — Gary Wayne Garrett died Saturday. Services are 10 a.m. Wednesday at Golden Funeral Home, Bastrop. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. today at the funeral home. Burial will be in Memorial Park Cemetery, Bastrop.

George 'Ed' Griffin, 72
FARMERVILLE — George Edward "Ed" Griffin, retired Louisiana Tech University superintendent, died Sunday. Services are 10 a.m. Wednesday at First Baptist Church, Farmerville. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. today at the church. Burial will be in Culbertson Cemetery under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Farmerville.

Leatha Hardy, 97
RAYVILLE — Leatha Hardy, a homemaker, died Thursday. Services are 1 p.m. today at Pine Hill Missionary Baptist Church, Rayville. Burial will be in Love and Charity Cemetery, Rayville, under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville.

Jimmy Hasenplaugh, 61
CRAIG, Colo. — Jimmy Hasenplaugh, formerly of West Monroe, an oil field worker, died Friday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Ronald Henderson, 40
MINDEN — Ronald Henderson, a laborer, died Saturday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction Funerals by McFarland of Monroe.

Ozell Hinton, 53
LAKE PROVIDENCE — Ozell Hinton, a laborer, died Wednesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction Funerals by McFarland of Delhi.

Algy Wayne Holloway, 65
FERRIDAY — Algy Wayne Holloway, a construction worker, died Friday. Memorial services are 2 p.m. Wednesday at 164 Lower Level Road, Ferriday under the direction of Young's Funeral Home, Ferriday.

Lavada Tarver Hughes, 81
LAFAYETTE — Lavada Lee Tarver Hughes, formerly of Delhi, a homemaker, died Sunday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Cox Funeral Home, Delhi.

Michael D. Jones, 51
RAYVILLE — Michael D. Jones, a deliveryman, died Friday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville.

Jo Alice King, 63
DELHI — Jo Alice King, an engineer at Hughes Aircraft, died Saturday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction Funerals by McFarland of Delhi.

Ela M. Landis, 65
WINNSBORO — Ela M. Landis, a retired custodian, died Friday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Richardson-Sims Funeral Home, Winnsboro.

George Lewis, 69
George Lewis of Monroe, a mail carrier, died Friday. Services are 11 a.m. Wednesday at Greater Free Gift Baptist Church, Monroe. Visitation is 10 a.m.-7 p.m. today at Funerals by McFarland, Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens.

Raymond Clay Maxwell, 56
OLLA — Raymond Clay Maxwell, a welder, died Sunday. Services are 1 p.m. Wednesday at Georgetown Baptist Church. Visitation is 5-9 p.m. today at Riser Funeral Home, Olla, and 10 a.m. until service time at the church. Burial will be in Zion Hill Cemetery, Olla.

Raymond McCoy, 71
DELHI — Raymond McCoy, a laborer, died Saturday. Services are 1 p.m. Wednesday at Green Grove Baptist Church, Delhi. Visitation is 1-5 p.m. today at Funerals by McFarland, Delhi. Burial will be in the church cemetery.

Annie McGrew, 75
RUSTON — Annie McGrew, a homemaker, died Sunday. Services are 1 p.m. Wednesday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Ruston. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. today at the funeral home. Burial will be at 4 p.m. Wednesday at McKnight Cemetery, Holly Ridge.

Raymond J. McMurray, 63
Raymond Junior McMurray, of Monroe, a state Department of Transportation engineer, died Sunday. Services are 2 p.m. Wednesday at Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home, Winnsboro. Visitation is 5-9 p.m. today at the funeral home. Burial will be in Magnolia Cemetery, Winnsboro.

Amanda Milton, 91
Amanda Milton of Monroe, a homemaker, died Friday. Services are 11 a.m. Thursday at Friendship Baptist Church, Monroe. Visitation is 6-7 p.m. Wednesday at Smith Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens.

John T. Pierce, 77
KINGWOOD, Texas — John T. Pierce, a retired metal construction worker, died Monday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Winnsboro.

Myrtis Pylant, 78
DOWNSVILLE — Myrtis Pylant, a homemaker, died Monday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Farrar Funeral Home, Farmerville.

Carrie Mae Randolph, 75
High Point, N.C. — Carrie Mae Randolph, formerly of Kelly, a homemaker, died Friday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Funerals by McFarland, Monroe.

Ellene Marjorie Reber, 81
BASTROP — Ellene Marjorie Reber, a homemaker, died Monday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Cox Funeral Home, Bastrop.

Angela A. Robinson, 39
BROOKHAVEN, Miss. — Angela Alford Robinson, formerly of Bastrop, died Sunday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville.

Jessie Russell, 55
OMAHA, Neb. — Jessie Russell, formerly of Monroe, a chef, died Sunday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Smith Funeral Home, Monroe.

Luther Scott, 88
WINNSBORO — Luther Scott, a retired city maintenance worker, died Thursday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Richardson-Sims Funeral Home, Winnsboro.

Billy G. Stapleton, 52
RAYVILLE — Billy G. Stapleton, a farmer, died Friday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville.

Jean Wilcher, 75
RAYVILLE — Jean Wilcher, a grocery storeowner, died Monday. Services are 11 a.m. Wednesday at Zebedee Baptist Church, Rayville. Visitation is 5-9 p.m. today at Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Rayville.

Fannie A. Williams, 73
RAYVILLE — Fannie A. Williams, a homemaker, died Friday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville.

Sulest Williamson, 92
CHICAGO, Ill. — Sulest Williamson, formerly of Waterproof, a homemaker, died Wednesday. Services were held in Chicago. Visitation is 10 a.m.-7 p.m. Wednesday at Funerals by McFarland, Monroe. Burial will be Thursday in Good Samaritan Cemetery, Waterproof.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED:
Balsamo Jr., Rev. Leo George: 2 p.m. today, Abundant Life Full Gospel Fellowship Church, Start.
Goldsberry, Michael Clark: 2 p.m. today, Cox Funeral Home, Bastrop.
Jones, Mary Frances: 10 a.m. today, Baskin Baptist Church, Baskin.
Kozlovsky, June Wilson: 2 p.m. today, Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Monroe.
Thomas, Orville Kaa: 4 p.m. today, Cox Funeral Home, Bastrop

April 16 , 2008 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

DIANN WYLES FOSTER Kilpatrick Funeral Home Ruston, LA Funeral services for Mrs. Diann Wyles Foster, age 61, of Choudrant will be held at 10:00 AM Thursday April 17, 2008 at the First Baptist Church in Choudrant, LA. Officiating the service will be Rev. B.K. Miller and Rev. Jerry Whitman. Interment will follow at Pleasant Grove Cemetery under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home in Ruston, LA. Mrs. Foster was born April 8, 1947 and passed away on April 15, 2008. Mrs. Foster was a member of the First Baptist Church of Choudrant and worked for many years as a travel agent for Ruston Travel Service and Keys Travel Service. Mrs. Foster is survived by her husband of forty four years, Don Foster of Choudrant; son: James Bryant Foster of Ruston; daughter: Melissa Ann Jones of Lockport, LA; grandchildren: Ashley Danielle Foster, Justin Lee Foster, David Ray Dunaway, Chelsea Danielle Foster, Helen Amanda Foster, and Abigail Lynn Foster; brother: Wayne Wyles of Sibley; half-brother: Troy Wyles of Houston, TX; and several nieces and nephews. Pallbearers will be Lamar Spillers, Drew Spillers, Fred Pee, Wayne McNabb, Layne McNabb, and Johnny Foster. Honorary Pallbearer will be Jr. Phillips, and John Earl Sanderson. Visitation will be from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM Wednesday April 16, 2008 at Kilpatrick Funeral Home in Ruston. On line condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneral homes.com

MR. ROBERT WILLIAMS Smith Funeral Home Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mr. Robert Williams age 63, of West Monroe, will be held at 11:00 AM on Saturday, April 19, 2008 at Piney Grove Missionary Baptist Church in West Monroe. Interment will follow at Hasley Cemetery in West Monroe under the direction of Smith Funeral Home in Monroe. Mr. Williams was born November 11, 1944 and passed away April 11, 2008. Robert held his family and friends closest to his heart, but he reserved a genuine desire and true love for his wife of 41 years, Mrs. Mary Williams. Mr. Williams served in the United States Army and was given an honorable discharge on May 9, 1972. Soon after, he began working at Olin Craft where he retired after 32 years of dedicated service. He was preceded in death by his father, Jimmie Bynum and his step-father and mother, Rufus and Victoria Stevens, Sr. Those left to cherish his fondest memories, are his loving wife, Mary Williams, 3 sons, Robert Earl of Alexandria, LA, Harvey (Sharon) of West Monroe, LA, and Donald Ray (Teresa) of Monroe, LA and 2 daughters, Ruthie Faye (Ernest) of Monroe, LA and Yolanda of West Monroe, LA; 22 grandchildren, 1 great grandchild, and numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins. Visitation will be held April 18, 2008 at Smith Funeral Home in Monroe, LA.

MYRTIS PYLANT FARRAR FUNERAL HOME Farmerville, LA Funeral services for Myrtis Pylant, 78, of Downsville will be held at 2:00 PM Wednesday, April 16, 2008 at Farrar Funeral Home with Bros. Louis Bartett and Gary Canterberry officiating. Burial will be in Ruggs Bluff Cemetery. Arrangements are under the direction of Farrar Funeral Home of Farmerville. Mrs. Pylant, a homemaker, died Monday, April 14, 2008. She was a loving Mother and Grandmother who dearly loved being around her family. She is preceded in death by her husband, Claude F. Pylant, parents: James S. and Gertrude Pardue; 2 brothers: Prentice Pardue and James Wade Pardue and a sister, Joy Pardue Banks. Survivors include 3 sons: Claude K. Pylant and wife, Janet; Gary Del Pylant and Stevie Freeman Pylant and wife, Glenda Sue; 4 daughters: Sharon Pylant Roberson, Angela P. Wainwright, Claudette Dalrymple & husband, Scott and Tonya Nance & husband, Terry; 14 grandchildren; 1 sister, Gloria Antley and husband, Larry and many other relatives and friends. Pallbearers are Greg Chrisman, Ricky Nolan, Nick Bearden, B. J. Alvis, Terry Alvis and Robbie Lawson. Honorary Pallbearers are Brandon Watts, Chase Albritton and Lucas Albritton. Online messages may be sent to the family at www.farrarfh.com.

SISTER AMANDA (MATHEWS) MILTON Smith Funeral Home Monroe, LA On the morning of April 11, 2008, Sister Amanda (Mathews) Milton, known also as "Mom Mandy", was called home. Amanda Holmes was born March 28, 1917 in Grangeville, Louisiana. In 1937 she married the late Warren A. Mathews and was blessed with four sons. In her later years, she was remarried to the late Reverend Joseph Milton. She was preceded in death by her parents Alex & Geneva Holmes and her son William James Bass. Mom Mandy leaves to cherish her five sons; Jimmy David Mathews of Monroe, LA, Warren A. Mathews of Ballwin, MO, Manuel Mathews, Will H. Mathews both of Seattle, WA and Ernest McFarland of Port Orange, FL; brothers Alex Holmes of Vallejo, CA and Joe Holmes of Las Vegas, NV; and a very close friend who was like a sister, Barbara Walker of Monroe, LA; several grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and a great great-grandchild, and a host of relatives and friends. Funeral services are under the direction of Smith's Funeral Home. Family Hour will be Wednesday, April 16, 2008, from 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM and Funeral services will be held at Friendship Baptist Church, Thursday, April 17, 2008, at 11:00AM.

STELLA LEWIS Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mrs. Stella Lewis, 79, of West Monroe, LA will be held Thursday, April 17, 2008, at 1:00 PM in the Chapel of the Kilpatrick Funeral Home of West Monroe with Rev. Stevie Hillman officiating. Interment will follow in the Monroe Memorial Park Cemetery under the direction of the Kilpatrick Funeral Home of West Monroe. Mrs. Lewis was born May 21, 1928 in Simmesport, LA. she passed away on Monday, April 14, 2008 in West Monroe, La. She was preceded in death by her parents; Mack and Onelia Barr, brothers; John Barr, Mack Carlton Barr, Creff Barr, sister; Kate Ponthieux. Survivors include her husband of 58 years Devon Lewis Sr. of West Monroe, LA., sons; Devon Lewis Jr. and wife Renee of Mount Pleasant, TX, Jeff Lewis and wife Alida of Lafayette, LA., grandchildren; Shelly Haarala, Devon "Trey" Lewis III, Patrick Lewis, Emily Lewis, Benjamin Lewis, Jordan Lewis, Abigail Lewis, Isabel Lewis, great grandchildren; Olivia Haarala, Emma Haarala, Hayden Haarala, brothers; Joseph Barr and Huey Barr of Simmesport, LA., sisters; Elodie Whitehead of Pineville, LA., Joyce Bertrand of College Station, TX., Maxine Johnston of Simmesport, LA. Pallbearers are: Patrick Lewis, Archie Evans, Walter Hillman, Jessie Masters, Larry Caviness, Devon Lewis III. Visitation will be Wednesday evening, April 16, 2008 at Kilpatrick Funeral Home of West Monroe from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM and Thursday April 17, 2008 from 11:00 AM until service time at Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneral homes.com

Charles Albert Brown, 60
Charles Albert Brown of Monroe, a machine operator, died Saturday. Memorial services are 1 p.m. Friday at Breen Baptist Church, Monroe under the direction of Hester Central State Funeral Home, Monroe.

Leon Brown, 68
OCEANSIDE, Calif. — Leon Brown, a mechanic, died April 4. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Hester Central State Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Macedonia Cemetery, Choudrant.

Eva Faye Campbell, 85
GRAYSON — Eva Faye Campbell, a retired cafeteria worker, died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Riser Funeral Home, Columbia.

Luther James Coonrod, 83
Luther James Coonrod of Monroe, a retired Lipton Tea Sales representative, died Tuesday. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. today at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Other arrangements are incomplete.

Frank Hillard, 81
Frank Hillard of Monroe, a farmer, died Thursday. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at New Galilee Baptist Church, Monroe. Burial will be in City Cemetery, Monroe, under the direction of Hester Central State Funeral Home, Monroe.

Lavada Tarver Hughes, 80
LAFAYETTE — Lavada L. Tarver Hughes, a homemaker formerly of Delhi, died Sunday. Services are 2 p.m. Friday at Cox Funeral Home, Delhi. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Epps Cemetery.

Michael Jones, 51
RUSTON — Michael Jones, a warehouse supervisor, died Friday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at New Prosperity Baptist Church, Clay. Burial will be in the church cemetery under Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville.

Ela M. Landis, 65
WINNSBORO — Ela M. Landis, a retired custodian, died Friday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Pilgrim Baptist Church, Winnsboro. Burial will be in Rest Haven Cemetery, Winnsboro under the direction of Richardson & Sims Funeral Home, Winnsboro.
James Lofton, 80

HOLLY RIDGE — James Lofton, a carpenter, died Monday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Holly Ridge Baptist Church. Visitation is 10 a.m. today until service time at the church. Burial will be in Faith Memorial Park Cemetery, Delhi, under the direction of Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Rayville.

Patsy Myers Mize, 45
FERRIDAY — Patsy Myers Mize died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Comer Funeral Home, Ferriday.

Wesley Mize, 39
FERRIDAY — Wesley Mize died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Young's Funeral Home, Ferriday.

John T. Pierce, 77
HOUSTON — John T. Pierce, a retired metal construction worker, died Monday. Services are 2 p.m. Thursday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Winnsboro. Visitation is 5-7 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Crowville Masonic Cemetery.

Hazel Hitt Polk, 77
WINNSBORO — Hazel Mae Hitt Polk, a homemaker and former owner of the Delta Queen Ice Cream Shop of Winnsboro, died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home, Winnsboro.

Bruce Scarbrough Sr., 78
GRAYSON — Bruce Eldridge Scarbrough Sr., a millwright, died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Riser Funeral Home, Columbia.
Luther Scott, 88

WINNSBORO — Luther Scott, a retired city maintenance worker, died Thursday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Philadelphia Baptist Church, Crowville. Visitation is 6-7 p.m. Friday at Richardson & Sims Funeral Home, Winnsboro. Burial will be in the church cemetery.

Doretha Smith, 60
Doretha Smith of Monroe, a secretary, died Saturday. Services are 11 a.m. Sunday at St. James Baptist Church, Richwood. Visitation is 1-6 p.m. Saturday at Hester Central State Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens.

John T. Vestal, 92
ROXIE, Miss. — John T. Vestal, a retired cattleman formerly of Clayton, died Tuesday. Graveside services are 1 p.m. Thursday at Legion Memorial Cemetery, Newellton. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. today at Comer Funeral Home, Ferriday.

Sarah L. Welch, 76
Sarah L. Welch of Monroe, a nurse's aide, died Monday. Services are 2 p.m. Thursday at Dean Baptist Church near Marion. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. today at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Farmerville. Burial will be Dean Cemetery.

Jean Wilcher, 75
RAYVILLE — Jean Wilcher, owner and operator of Wilcher's Grocery, died Monday. Services are 11 a.m. today at Zebedee Baptist Church, Rayville. Burial will be in Greer Cemetery under the direction of Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Rayville.

Demetria P. Williams, 38
HOMER — Demetria Powell Williams, a dormitory counselor at Grambling State University, died Friday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at New Rocky Valley Baptist Church, Grambling. Visitation is 6-8 p.m. Friday at King Funeral Home, Ruston. Burial will be at Grambling Memorial Garden.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED
Garrett, Gary Wayne: 10 a.m. today, Golden Funeral Home, Bastrop.
Griffin, George Edward 'Ed': 10 a.m. today, First Baptist Church, Farmerville.
Lewis, George: 11 a.m. today, Greater Free Gift Baptist Church, Monroe.
Maxwell, Raymond Clay: 1 p.m. today, Georgetown Baptist Church.
McCoy, Raymond: 1 p.m. today, Green Grove Baptist Church, Delhi.
McGrew, Annie: 1 p.m. today, Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Ruston.
McMurray, Raymond Junior: 2 p.m. today, Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home, Winnsboro.
Milton, Amanda: 11 a.m. Thursday, Friendship Baptist Church, Monroe

April 17, 2008 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

Charles Brown-Hester's Central State Monroe, LA Memorial Services for Charles Brown will be held at Berean Baptist Church located at 1317 S. 10th Street, Monroe, LA Friday, April 18, 2008 at 1:00 PM Charles Brown was born Feb. 27, 1947 and baptized at an early age by the late Rev. Valery Kinchen of New Rising Sun Baptist Church in Baton Rouge, LA. He passed away April 13, 2008 after a lengthy illness. Charles will most be remembered for his lively sense of humor, his strong willed independence, and his ability to tell a great story. He had a story for every situation. If you had a story, he had a better one. His jovial and friendly spirit attracted many friends in the course of his life. Charles retired from Riverwood International after 25+ years. He enjoyed watching boxing, traveling, and meeting new people. He had a passion for life and adventure. He was preceded in death by his mother and father, Carrie Rivet Brown and Jake Brown Jr; two sisters, Corine B. Smith and Bertha B. Vessell; and two brothers, Henry Brown and Sammy Brown. He leaves to cherish his fondest memories, three children; Jermaine Brown (Christy) of Baton Rouge, LA, April and Necole Brown of Monroe, LA; Seven grandchildren, Jermaine Jr., Jaylon, Cirsten, Amaya, Amber, Mc Kenzie, and Morgan; two sisters, Donna (James) Butler, Peggy (Earnest) Ambeau; three brothers, Junious Brown, John Brown, and Kenneth (Cheryl) Brown all of Baton Rouge, LA; One uncle, Jesse (Pamela) Wallace Sr. of Raceland, LA; and a host of nieces and nephews.

FAYE HOLLBROOK CAMPBELL Riser Funeral Home Columbia, LA Services for Faye Hollbrook Campbell, age 85 of Grayson will be held at 10 AM, Friday, April 18, 2008 from the chapel of Riser Funeral Home in Columbia with Rev. Paul Pearson and Rev. Jay Morgan officiating. Interment will follow in the Welcome Home Cemetery in Grayson. Mrs. Campbell was born in Mt. Enterprise, Texas on July 6, 1922 to the union of A. D. and Maudie Winder Hollbrook and died Tuesday, April 15, 2008 at Citizens Medical Center in Columbia. She was a retired cafeteria worker with the Caldwell Parish School System and a member of the Grayson Baptist Church. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband: Eugene Campbell, her brother: Archie Hollbrook and her sister: Wilma Hollbrook. She was a loving mother, grandmother and great-grandmother to her daughters and sons-in-law: Debbie and Gary Watts of Columbia and Nelda and Tom Harmond of Philadelphia, MS, her grandchildren: Jamie and Teresa Watts, Jason and Courtney Watts all of Columbia, Mike and Dee Harmond of Allen, TX and Jennifer and Gene Henson of Claremore, OK, her great-grandchildren: Ashley Harmond, Hunter Harmond, Tyler Watts and Kaiden Watts and her sister: Mildred Humbert of Lufkin, TX. Pallbearers will be Gary Watts, Tom Harmond, Jamie Watts, Jason Watts and B.J.Powell. Visitation will be Thursday from 4:00 PM until 9:00 PM at Riser Funeral Home, 7131 Hwy 165, Columbia. Originally published April 17, 2008.

IN REMEMBERENCE DONNA MARTIN ROBBINS 10/27/63 - 4/17-05 Originally published April 17, 2008.

IRVIN P. HUNT Farrar Funeral Home Farmerville, LA Mr. Irvin P. Hunt of Spearsville, Louisiana, died Tuesday morning, April 15, 2008, at 86 years of age. He was a resident of Fountain View Nursing Home in Springhill at the time of his passing. Mr. Hunt was born on March 2, 1922, to Sarah Wade Hunt and Samuel William Hunt, descendents of pioneering families in North Louisiana who settled in Union Parish before the Civil War. The Reverend William Hunt, Mr. Hunt's great-great grandfather, was born in South Carolina in 1807, and served as a Baptist minister in Spearsville for many years. The Wades were landowners involved in farming and banking who sent family members to the Civil War, including a doctor in the Confederate Army. Mr. Hunt was a wounded Army veteran of World War II, during which he was stationed in North Africa and later fought in the Italian campaign under General Mark Clark. He was a farmer at a young age and early offshore oil worker in the 1940's after the war. Mr. Hunt retired from the International Paper company in Springhill where he was a member of the Quarter Century Club. Mr. Hunt was predeceased by three brothers and three sisters. He was the widower of his beloved wife of 49 years, Elsie "Trudy" Hunt who died in 1996. Mr. Hunt is survived by four children, Frances Hunt Burton of Springhill, Mark Dennis Hunt of Spearsville, Anita Hunt Burns of Herriman, Utah, Sally Ann Hunt of Springhill, and his grandchild Rose Farrar Burns of Herriman, Utah. Graveside services will be held at Union Grove Cemetery in Lillie, Louisiana at 2:00 PM Saturday, April 19, 2008. The family wishes to thank the staff of Fountain View Nursing Home and the Agape Hospice Group. In lieu of flowers and because of his love for animals, family members ask that donations be made to the pet or wildlife charity of one's choice. Originally published April 17, 2008.

JERRY STEELE HILL Kilpatrick's Rose-Neath Southside Shreveport, LA Jerry Steele Hill (55) born November 4, 1952, a native of Monroe, LA and a resident of Greenwood, LA, went to be with our Lord Jesus on Sunday, April 13, 2008 after a brief battle with illness in Phoenix, AZ. Jerry was a free spirit who loved riding motorcycles, driving sports cars, traveling and photography. He is preceded in death by his parents Shelby Hill and Victoria Hill. Jerry was a compassionate, loving husband to Suzanne Ravenna Hill and a devoted father to Jesikah, Miranda, and Kimberly Verret. He will be greatly missed by his numerous family members and friends. As one dear friend stated, "Jerry served God and us well." Visitation will be Friday, April 18, 2008 from 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM at Kilpatrick's Rose-Neath Southside. The funeral service will be held Saturday, April 19, 2008 at 11:30 AM at Kilpatrick's Rose-Neath Southside. The interment will be held at Forest Park West. Originally published April 17, 2008

JOHN T. PIERCE MULHEARN FUNERAL HOME WINNSBORO, LA Services for Mr. John T. Pierce, age 77 of Houston, TX, formerly of Crowville, LA will be at 2:00 PM Thursday, April 17, 2008 in the Chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home of Winnsboro, with Rev. Marion Collier officiating. Interment will follow in Crowville Masonic Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home of Winnsboro. Mr. Pierce was born in Crowville, LA and was raised in Franklin Parish, moving to the Delhi area in the 1950's working as a farmer. He moved to the Houston area in the late 1950's and was employed building metalic steel buildings, retiring after 25 to 30 years. He was preceded in death by wives; Madge Parker Pierce, and Shirley Driggers Pierce, son; Mark Anthony Pierce, brothers; Andrew, Artislee, Sammy, H.P. and Lynn Pierce. Survivors include: Son: Paul Pierce and wife, Kaylen of New Caney, TX. ; Granddaughters: Christina Wheeler and husband, Wes of New Caney, TX, Jennifer Dean and husband, Bo of Maui, HI, Melissa Pierce of New Caney, TX, Samantha Pierce of Kingwood, TX, Tabitha Pierce of Kingwood, TX;Great Grandchildren: Callie Wheeler, Judson Dean, Cheyenne Wheeler, Cierra Wheeler and Brielle Dean; Daughter-in-Law: Laronda Pierce ; Sister: Violet Pierce Schuff of New Orleans, LA; Brother: Dock Miller Pierce of Crowville, LA. Pallbearers will be: Wes Wheeler, Carl Parker, Wayne Parker, Kevin Parker, Coty Rawls, and Sammy Reynolds. Online Condolences may be made at www. mulhearnfuneralhome.com Originally published April 17, 2008

KENNETH DEAN "KEN" PATTON Hixon Brothers Funeral Home Alexandria, LA Funeral services for Kenneth Dean "Ken" Patton will be held at 1:00 PM, Friday, April 18, 2008 in the chapel of Hixson Brothers, Alexandria with Dr. B. David Brooks officiating. Burial will be in Forest Lawn Memorial Park, Ball. Mr. Patton, 71, of St. Petersburg, Florida, passed away Friday, April 11, 2008 at St. Anthony's Hospital, Petersburg, Florida. Mr. Patton was C.E.O. of Pattons Fine Jewelry. He was a member of Twilight Rotary Club of Baton Rouge, Optimist Club of Alexandria, Retail Jewelers of Louisiana, St. Pete Yacht Club and Cub Scout Master of Troop 8 (Cherokee Elementary). Those left to cherish his memory include his wife of 54 years, Sandra Turrentine Patton of St. Petersburg, Florida; daughter, Sandra Susanna Patton of Alexandria; sons, Keith O'Dell Patton and wife, Camille of Alexandria, Gary Kent Patton and wife, Melanie of Baton Rouge and Kevin Mark Patton and wife, Susan A. of Baton Rouge; brother, Winfred Dee "Win" Patton; sister, Jeraldean "Jer" Hammock; seven grandchildren, Matthew Patton, Todd Patton, Victoria Patton, Morgan Patton, Hunter Patton, Merrick Patton, and Claiborne Patton. Visitation will be at Hixson Brothers , Alexandria Thursday, April 17, 2008 from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM and Friday from 9:00 AM until time of service in the chapel. Pallbearers will include Matthew Patton, Hunter Patton, David Treppendahl, Patrick Rich, Todd Patton, Stephen Hammock, Bob Stagg and William Maxwell. Honorary pallbearers will include Jim Boren, Ray Carpenter and Claiborne Patton. To extend online condolences to the Patton family, please visit us at www.hixsonbrothers.com. Originally published April 17, 2008.

LUTHER JAMES COONROD Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road, Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mr. Luther James Coonrod, 83, of Monroe, will be held at 10:00 AM Thursday, April 17, 2008, in the Mulhearn Memorial Park Mausoleum Chapel with Rev. Rex Barker officiating. Interment will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Mr. Coonrod passed away Tuesday, April 15, 2008, at St. Francis Medical Center. He was a loving father and grandfather. He was also a loving friend to many. Mr. Coonrod was preceded in death by his wife, Josephine Binagia Coonrod. Survivors include his son, Gary Coonrod and children, Allison, Ashley, and Amanda Coonrod; daughter, JoAnn Coonrod Warner and husband Keith and children, Bridget and Andrew Mills; special nieces and nephews, Mickey and Fran Mihna, and Mary Grace and Bob Redder. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneral home.com Originally published April 17, 2008.

Dorothy E. Bacle, 90
WINNSBORO — Dorothy E. Bacle, a homemaker, died Wednesday. Services are 10 a.m. Friday at Gill Funeral Home, Winnsboro. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. today at the funeral home. Burial will be in Harris Cemetery, Crowville.

Al Jay Berks, 89
Al Jay Berks of Monroe died Wednesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Smith Funeral Home, Monroe.

Eva Ruth Bonnette, 79
Eva Ruth Kilpatrick Bonnette of West Monroe, a retired Woodlawn Elementary School secretary, died Wednesday. Services are 10 a.m. Saturday at Pleasant Hill Church, West Monroe. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Friday at the funeral home. Burial will be in the church cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Charles A. Brown, 60
Charles Albert Brown of Monroe, a machine operator, died Saturday. Memorial services are 1 p.m. Friday at Berean Baptist Church, Monroe, under the direction of Hester Central State Funeral Home, Monroe.

Willie James Clay, 58
Willie James Clay of Monroe, a machine operator, died Thursday. Services are 11 a.m. Friday at Lone Star Baptist Church, Sterlington. Visitation is 1-6 p.m. today at Smith Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Glendora Cemetery, Sterlington.

Alleen Coleman, 58
Alleen Coleman of Monroe, a homemaker, died Tuesday. Services are 2:30 p.m. Saturday at Smith Funeral Home, Monroe. Visitation is 1-7 p.m. Friday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens, Richwood.

Luther J. Coonrod, 83
Luther James Coonrod of Monroe, a retired Lipton Tea sales representative, died Tuesday. Services are 10 a.m. today at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery, Monroe.

Dudley O. Crowell, 66
EROS — Dudley O. Crowell, a retired Bancroft Bag employee, died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Herman R. Crowell, 86
GRAYSON — Herman Richard Crowell, a retired Oakland Tribune employee, died Monday. Services are 2 p.m. Friday at Riser Funeral Home, Columbia. Burial will be in Old Bethel Cemetery west of Clarks.

Rosie Daniels, 87
SICILY ISLAND — Rosie Daniels, a homemaker, died April 12. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Maitland Baptist Church, Foules. Visitation is 1-7 p.m. Friday at Smith Funeral
Home, Monroe. Burial will be in the church cemetery.

D. Freemount III, 59
HEMPHILL, Texas — Dennis Junior Freemount III, formerly of Monroe, a mechanic, died April 9. Services were April 12 at Thomas Johnson Church of Christ, Hemphill, Texas. Burial was in Macedonia Cemetery, Hemphill, Texas.

Clara Sue Johnston, 56
BASTROP — Clara Sue Johnston, a homemaker, died Wednesday. Graveside services are 2 p.m. today at Bonne Idee Cemetery, Bastrop, under the direction of Golden Funeral Home, Bastrop.

Stella Lewis, 79
Stella Lewis of West Monroe, a homemaker, died Monday. Services are 1 p.m. today at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery, Monroe.

Angela McKell, 39
CLAYTON — Angela McKell, a homemaker, died Monday. Services are 3 p.m. Saturday at Harvest Baptist Church, Ferriday. Visitation is 1-7 p.m. Friday at Smith Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Gardens of Rest Cemetery, Clayton.

John Wesley Mize, 39
FERRIDAY — John Wesley Mize, a farmer, died Tuesday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Young's Funeral Home, Ferriday. Burial will be in Legion Memorial Cemetery.

Hazel Parson, 77
Hazel Parson of Monroe, a homemaker, died April 10. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at St. Timothy Baptist Church, Monroe. Visitation is 1-6 p.m. Friday at Richardson Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens, Richwood.

Rosa Payton, 62
BASTROP — Rosa Payton, a homemaker, died Saturday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Morehouse Association Building, Bastrop. Visitation is 6-7 p.m. Friday at Tennant Funeral Home, Bastrop. Burial will be in Trousdale Hill Cemetery, Bastrop.

Hazel Mae Hitt Polk, 77
WINNSBORO — Hazel Mae Hitt Polk, a homemaker and former owner of Delta Queen Drive-in of Winnsboro, died Tuesday. Services are 2 p.m. Friday at Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home, Winnsboro. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. today at the funeral home. Burial will be in New Zion Cemetery, Winnsboro.

Angela A. Robinson, 41
BROOKHAVEN, Miss. — Angela Alford Robinson, formerly of Bastrop, a treasury agent, died Sunday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at St. Paul Missionary Baptist Church, Monroe. Visitation is 6-8 p.m. Friday at Ivory Chapel Baptist Church, Bastrop. Burial will be in Red Hill Cemetery, Mer Rouge, under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville.

Jessie Russell, 55
OMAHA, Neb. — Jessie Russell, formerly of Monroe, a chef, died Sunday. Services are 3 p.m. Saturday at St. Joe Baptist Church, Rhymes. Visitation is 1-7 p.m. Friday at Smith Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens, Richwood.

B. Scarbrough Sr., 78
GRAYSON — Bruce Eldridge Scarbrough Sr., a millwright, died Tuesday. Services are 10 a.m. Saturday at Cross Roads Baptist Church, Grayson. Visitation is 4 p.m. Friday at the church. Burial will be in the church cemetery under the direction of Riser Funeral Home, Columbia.

Billy G. Stapleton, 52
RAYVILLE — Billy G. Stapleton, a farmer, died Friday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at Pleasant Green Missionary Baptist Church, Crowville. Burial will be in Union Cemetery, Baskin, under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville.

Angel Vandevelde, 26
NATCHEZ, Miss. — Angel Vandevelde died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Young's Funeral Home, Vidalia.

Fannie A. Williams, 73
RAYVILLE — Fannie A. Williams, a homemaker, died Friday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Rayville Christian Fellowship. Visitation is 6-7 p.m. Friday at Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville. Burial will be in St. Mary Cemetery, Delco.

Robert Williams, 63
Robert Williams of West Monroe, a machine operator, died Friday. 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 Hasley Cemetery, West Monroe.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED:
Brown, Leon: 11 a.m. Saturday, Hester Central State Funeral Home, Monroe.
Hillard, Frank: 2 p.m. Saturday, New Galilee Baptist Church, Monroe.
Jones, Michael: 1 p.m. Saturday, New Prosperity Baptist Church, Clay.
Landis, Ela M.: 11 a.m. Saturday, Pilgrim Baptist Church, Winnsboro.
Milton, Amanda: 11 a.m. today, Friendship Baptist Church, Monroe.
Pierce, John T.: 2 p.m. today, Mulhearn Funeral Home, Winnsboro.
Scott, Luther: 11 a.m. Saturday, Philadelphia Baptist Church, Crowville.
Smith, Doretha: 11 a.m. Sunday, St. James Baptist Church, Richwood.
Vestal, John T.: 1 p.m. today, Legion Memorial Cemetery, Newellton.
Welch, Sarah L.: 2 p.m. today, Dean Baptist Church, Dean.
Williams, Demetria P.: 11 a.m. Saturday, New Rocky Valley Baptist Church, Grambling

April 18, 2008 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

DUDLEY O. CROWELL Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mr. Dudley O. Crowell, 66, of Eros, LA will be held at 11:00 AM, Saturday, April 19, 2008 in the Chapel of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe, LA with Rev. Joseph Guo officiating. Interment will follow at Chatham Cemetery, Chatham, LA under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Mr. Crowell was born March 8, 1942 in Eros, LA and passed away April 15, 2008 in Minden, LA. He was a member of Antioch Methodist Church, Eros, LA. Mr. Crowell was retired from Bancroft Bag in 2005 with over 34 years of service. He was preceded in death by a grandson, Bradley Lindsay. Mr. Crowell is survived by his wife, Marlene Crowell; 4 daughters, Angie Kelly and husband Patrick, Lisa Steinwandt and husband Larry, Pam Jordan and husband Steve, Cindy Crowell and fiancé Butch Ellard; son, Gene Crowell and wife, Crystal; stepson, Chris Clark; stepdaughter, Ashley Clark; brother; Billy Crowell and wife Bobbie Joe; sisters; Garnet Bailey, Charlotte Medlin, Judy Spillers and husband Gene; numerous nieces and nephews; Abby; 10 grandchildren and 1 great-grandchild on the way, and a special canine companion, Abby. Pallbearers will be Tim Cummins, Carl Crowell, Dylan Kelly, Warren Jordan, Steve Jordan, Patrick Kelly. Honorary pallbearer will be Will Ellard. Visitation will be Friday, April 18, 2008 from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM at Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneral homes.com. Originally published April 18, 2008.

EVA RUTH KILPATRICK BONNETTE Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Funeral services for Eva Ruth Kilpatrick Bonnette, 79, of West Monroe will be held at 10:00 AM Saturday, April 19, 2008 at Pleasant Hill Church in West Monroe with Bro. Lamar Cranston and Bro. George Jacobs officiating. Burial will follow in the Pleasant Hill Church Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home in West Monroe. Mrs. Bonnette died on April 16, 2008 at the West Monroe Guest House. She was a very active member of the Pleasant Hill Church serving as the secretary, Sunday school teacher and her specialty Vacation Bible School. Mrs. Bonnette was the first secretary for Woodlawn Elementary School where she served for 20 years. She loved art, sewing, cooking and traveling. Mrs. Bonnette was very active in the 4-H Program. Mama's purpose in life was caring for other people. She is preceded in death by her parents John Herbert and Katie Mae Kilpatrick, sister, Mona Fay Kilpatrick, and daughter, Donna Marie Bonnette. Survivors include her loving husband of 59 years, Ken Bonnette, Sr.; children, Janice Reeves and husband Gene, Ken Bonnette, Jr. and wife Lisa, Bruce Bonnette and wife Anne Louise, Pam Dollar and husband Doug; grandchildren, Chris Reeves and wife Ashley, Matthew Reeves, Brynner, Logan, Carly, Kendall Bonnette, Amber Kimble and husband Josh, Heather and Daniel Bonnette, Savannah and Alana Dollar; great grandchildren, Connor, Madison, Tori and Luke; twin sister, Neva Brown and husband Tony, brother, Bobby Kilpatrick and wife Betty; sister, Myrle White and husband Jimmy, and brother Ralph Kilpatrick and wife Sharon; numerous nieces and nephews and special friend, Helen Stowe. Pallbearers will be Chris Reeves, Matthew Reeves, Brynner Bonnette, Logan Bonnette, Daniel Bonnette, and special friend, Pete Messina. Visitation will be from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM Friday, April 18, 2008 at Mulhearn Funeral Home in West Monroe. Memorials may be made to the Ouachita Parish 4-H Program at 704 Cypress Street, West Monroe, LA. 71291. Online Registry/Registry: www.mulhearnfuneral home.com Mama's life was so full and rich of selfless giving. Her greatest joys were her faith, her family and her friends. Originally published April 18, 2008.

MRS. IRENE CHAPIN WOODEN Golden Funeral Home Bastrop, LA Graveside funeral services for Mrs. Irene Chapin Wooden, age 89, are scheduled for 11:30 AM Saturday, April 19, 2008, at Memorial Park Cemetery, Bastrop, with Rev. Lindle Stewart officiating. Visitation will be held Saturday morning from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM at Golden Funeral Home. Mrs. Wooden, a homemaker, passed away Thursday, April 17, 2008, at St. Francis North Hospital. She was a life-long resident of Morehouse Parish until 2001 when she moved to Monroe to live with her son. She was a member of the Eastern Star and of the Baptist faith. She is preceded in death by a son, Lester Harold Wooden; sisters, Lottie Morgan, Johnnie Bray, Katie Hughes, Margie Wooden; and brothers, Marshall Chapin, and Douglas Chapin. She is survived by her husband of 71 years, Ward Wooden of Monroe; son, Don Wooden & wife Martha of Monroe; daughter-in-law, Reatagae Wooden of Rayville; two grandchildren, Harold "Hal" Wooden & wife Sherry of Los Angeles, CA, Jeffrey Wooden & wife Niki of Delhi; and four great grandchildren. Originally published April 18, 2008.

MRS. PRINCESS BEATRICE "MISS BEA" WILSON OLIVER Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mrs. Beatrice Oliver will be at 2:00 PM on Saturday April 19, 2008 in the chapel of Kilpatrick Funeral Home of West Monroe. Rev. Marvin Tabora will officiate. Interment will follow at Riverview Cemetery, Monroe, LA under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Mrs. Oliver was born February 18, 1921 in Monroe, LA a daughter of the late William H. and Mary Brady Dalton. She passed away April 16, 2008 in West Monroe, LA. A retired nurse with over 27 years of service, "Miss Bea" served in the Women's Army Corps in World War II. She attended the Church of God, was preceded by 1st and 2nd husbands, William Oliver and Woodrow Wilson and by a sister and 2 brothers. Mrs. Oliver is survived by children; Melvin Wilson, Frances Lum and husband Harold, John Wilson, Janet Rushing and husband Tim; brother, Tommy Dalton Sr. and wife Jean, and sister, Ollie Millien; 12 grandchildren; 24 great grandchildren; and a number of nieces and nephews. Visitation will be Friday from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM at Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Memorial contributions may be made to any family member. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneral homes.com Originally published April 18, 2008.

WILLIAM L. SHUMWAY, SR. Omps Funeral Home Winchester, Virginia. William Leon "Bill" Shumway, Sr., age 68, of Lost River, WV, died Monday, April 14, 2008, in the Winchester VA. Mr. Shumway was born in 1940, the son of the late Ivan and Harriet Shumway. He was a machinist in Wichita, KS, retiring in 1984, after 25 years of service. He served in the United States Air Force as an Airman. Surviving are his former wives, Barbara Thole, and Darla Cash; two daughters, Becki Jo Chaplin and Tammy Joan Shumway; two sons, William Leon Shumway II and Douglas Dean Shumway; six grandchildren, Amber, Suzanna, Bill, Paula Jo, Jessica and Amber; four great grandchildren, Devon, Hannah, Trevor and Paul ; and a sister, Joyce. He was preceded in death by a son, William Leon Shumway, Jr. and a former wife, Nancy Slate. A memorial service will be conducted at 7:00 PM on Friday, April 25, 2008, at Chapel on the Lake at Lake D-Abonne, Farmerville, LA, with Rev. Donnie Green officiating. Arrangements are being handled by Omps Funeral Home,Winchester, VA. Originally published April 18, 2008.

Oscar P. Barnes Jr., 86
RUSTON — Oscar P. Barnes Jr., a retired band director, died Thursday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Owens Memorial Chapel Funeral Home, Ruston.

Faye H. Campbell, 85
GRAYSON — Faye Holbrook Campbell died Tuesday. Services are 10 a.m. today at Riser Funeral Home, Columbia. Burial will be in Welcome Home Cemetery, Grayson.

Mary S. Case, 92
CLAYTON — Mary S. Case, a homemaker, died Thursday. Graveside services are 2 p.m. Saturday at New Pine Hill Cemetery, Ferriday. Visitation is 5-7 p.m. today at Young's Funeral Home, Ferriday.

C. Cook, infant
Ced'Derion Tieric La'Yall Cook, the infant son of Tierica Patterson and Cedrick Cook, died Thursday. Graveside services are 10 a.m. today at Richwood Memorial Gardens, Richwood, under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Monroe.

Chester E. Ellington, 64
HENSLEY, Ark. — Chester Eugene Ellington, a retired barge worker, died Sunday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Camp Creek Baptist Church, Spearsville, under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Frank Hillard, 81
Frank Hillard of Monroe, a farmer, died Thursday. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at New Galilee Baptist Church, Monroe. Burial will be in City Cemetery, Monroe, under the direction of Hester Central State Funeral Home, Monroe.

Ozell Hinton, 53
LAKE PROVIDENCE — Ozell Hinton, a laborer, died April 9. Services are 2:30 p.m. Saturday at St. John Baptist Church, Lake Providence. Burial will be in the church cemetery under the direction of Funerals by McFarland, Delhi.

Irvin P. Hunt, 86
SPEARSVILLE — Irvin P. Hunt, a retired International Paper Company carpenter, died Tuesday. Graveside services are 2 p.m. Saturday at Union Grove Cemetery, Lillie, under the direction of Farrar Funeral Home, Farmerville.

Jo Alice King, 63
DELHI — Jo Alice King, a Hughes Aircraft engineer, died April 12. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at St. John Baptist Church, Delhi. Visitation is 3-7 p.m. today at Funerals by McFarland, Delhi. Burial will be in St. John Community Cemetery, Delhi.

Dallas C. Knight, 96
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — Dallas Cheek Knight, formerly of Rayville, a retired medical secretary, died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Rayville.

Hugh R. McKnight, 87
COLUMBIA — Hugh Ray McKnight, a Westinghouse, Corp. laborer, died Tuesday. Memorial services are 4 p.m. today at Riser Funeral Home, Columbia.

Henry Meeks, 81
BASTROP — Henry Meeks, a roustabout foreman, died Monday. Services are 10 a.m. Saturday at Cox Funeral Home, Bastrop. Visitation is 5-9 p.m. today at Cox Funeral Home, Bastrop. Burial will be in Hughes Chapel Cemetery, Bastrop.

Carrie M. Randolph, 75
HIGH POINT, N.C. — Carrie Mae Randolph, formerly of Kelly, a homemaker, died April 11. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at St. Bethel Baptist Church, Kelly. Burial will be in St. Joe/St. Bethel Cemetery, Kelly, under the direction of Funerals by McFarland, Monroe.

Hayward Singleton, 73
RUSTON — Hayward Singleton, a retired Louisiana Tech University maintenance man, died Tuesday. Services are 11 a.m. Monday at Mount Olive Baptist Church, Grambling. Visitation is 6-7 p.m. Sunday at King's Funeral Home, Ruston. Burial will be in Grambling Memorial Garden, Grambling.

Angel Vandevelde, 26
NATCHEZ, Miss. — Angel Vandevelde died Tuesday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Vidalia Assembly of God. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. today at Young's Funeral Home, Vidalia. Burial will be in Green Family Cemetery.

Eddie Woods, 70
DETROIT, Mich. — Eddie Woods, a General Motors employee, died Friday. Services are 2 p.m. Tuesday at Jerusalem Baptist Church, Calhoun. Visitation is 1-6 p.m. Monday at Hester Central State Funeral Home, Monroe.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED:
Bacle, Dorothy E.: 10 a.m. today, Gill Funeral Home, Winnsboro.
Bonnette, Eva Ruth Kilpatrick: 10 a.m. Saturday, Pleasant Hill Church, West Monroe.
Brown, Charles Albert: 1 p.m. today, Berean Baptist Church, Monroe.
Brown, Leon: 11 a.m. Saturday, Hester Central State Funeral Home, Monroe.
Clay, Willie James: 11 a.m. today, Lone Star Baptist Church, Sterlington.
Coleman, Alleen: 2:30 p.m. Saturday, Smith Funeral Home, Monroe.
Crowell, Herman: 2 p.m. today, Riser Funeral Home, Columbia.
Daniels, Rosie: 11 a.m. Saturday, Maitland Baptist Church, Foules.
Jones, Michael: 1 p.m. Saturday, New Prosperity Baptist Church, Clay.
Landis, Ela M.: 11 a.m. Saturday, Pilgrim Baptist Church, Winnsboro.
McKell, Angela: 3 p.m. Saturday, Harvest Baptist Church, Ferriday.
Parson, Hazel: 1 p.m. Saturday, St. Timothy Baptist Church, Monroe.
Payton, Rosa: 11 a.m. Saturday, Morehouse Association Building, Bastrop.
Polk, Hazel Mae Hitt: 2 p.m. today, Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home, Winnsboro.
Robinson, Angela A.: 1 p.m. Saturday, St. Paul Missionary Baptist Church, Monroe.
Russell, Jessie: 3 p.m. Saturday, St. Joe Baptist Church, Rhymes.
Scarbrough Sr., Bruce: 10 a.m. Saturday, Cross Roads Baptist Church, Grayson.
Scott, Luther: 11 a.m. Saturday, Philadelphia Baptist Church, Crowville.
Smith, Doretha: 11 a.m. Sunday, St. James Baptist Church, Richwood.
Stapleton, Billy G.: 1 p.m. Saturday, Pleasant Green Missionary Baptist Church, Crowville.
Williams, Demetria P.: 11 a.m. Saturday, New Rocky Valley Baptist Church, Grambling.
Williams, Fannie A.: 11 a.m. Saturday, Rayville Christian Fellowship, Rayville.
Williams, Robert: 11 a.m. Saturday, Piney Grove Baptist Church, West Monroe

April 19 , 2008 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

MRS. DALLAS CHEEK KNIGHT Mulhearn Funeral Home Rayville, LA Services for Mrs. Dallas Cheek Knight, 96, of Jacksonville Beach, FL formally of Rayville, LA will be Sunday, April 20, 2008, 2:00 PM at Mulhearn Chapel Rayville with Dr. Ernest Winburn officiating, interment to follow in Alto Baptist Church Cemetery,under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home Rayville, LA. Mrs. Dallas was born the daughter of John and Catherine Cheek on February 2, 1912 in Rayville, LA. She received her B.A. In Education and Masters in Library Science from LA Tech in Ruston, LA, taught school and was a principal in LA. She went back to business school and became a secretary at an Army camp where she met and married Merchant Marine David Knight. Following the birth of twins, a daughter, and the war, they moved to Miami, FL. In Miami, they had another set of twins and she became a medical secretary at Jacksonville Memorial Hospital and active at Allapatah Baptist Church. She and David retired to Naples, FL in 1976. They traveled the US and Canada on their life-long dream of visiting the 50 states. She helped to start the Naples Quilt Guild and Naples Doll Club. In 1996, they moved to Jacksonville Beach, FL where she resided until her death. Throughout her life she served the Lord gladly and without complaint. She was preceded in death by her husband of 58 years, David Knight; son, Donald Knight and a son-in-law Jerry Awtry. She is survived by a son John David (Patsy) Knight and daughters: Diane Awtry, Carolynne (Ray) Fooshee and Cathy (Sharon) Johnson, and daughter-in-law Dee Dee Knight. Grandchildren: Lori (Terry) Cole, Leslie Awtry, Jonathan Knight, Robert (Tara) Knight, Mark Fooshee, Susan (Kenny) Taylor, Andrew (Emily) Johnson, Arielle Johnson, Abigail Johnson, and Chelsea Knight. Great Grandchildren: Michael and Matthew Taylor and Christian Knight. Online registry/condolences at www.mulhearnfuneral home.com Originally published April 19, 2008.

Margie Ann M. Anders, 66
BASTROP — Margie Ann McCormick Anders, an office manager, died Thursday. Services are 2 p.m. Sunday at Golden Funeral Home, Bastrop. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. today at the funeral home. Burial will be in Beekman Cemetery.

Oscar P. Barnes Jr., 86
RUSTON — Oscar P. Barnes Jr., a retired band director, died Thursday. Services are 10 a.m. Monday at Owens Memorial Chapel Funeral Home, Ruston. Visitation is 5-7 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Forest Lawn Memorial Park, Ruston.

Mary S. Case, 92
CLAYTON — Mary S. Case, a homemaker, died Thursday. Services are 2 p.m. today at New Pine Hill Baptist Church, Ferriday. Burial will be in New Pine Hill Cemetery under the direction of Young's Funeral Home, Ferriday.

Ced'derion Cook, infant
Ced'derion Cook of Monroe, infant son of Tierica Patterson and Cedrick Cook, died April 10. Graveside services are 10 a.m. today at Richwood Memorial Gardens Cemetery under the direction of Funerals by McFarland, Monroe.

Dudley O. Crowell, 66
EROS — Dudley O. Crowell, retired Bancroft Bag employee, died Tuesday. Services are 11 a.m. today at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Burial will be in Chatham Cemetery.

Candace G. Hales, 58
RAYVILLE — Candace G. Hales, a homemaker, died Thursday. Memorial services are 2 p.m. today at Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses, Winnsboro under the direction of Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Rayville.

Ronald D. Henderson, 40
Ronald D. Henderson of Monroe, a laborer, died Saturday. Services are 2 p.m. Sunday at New Galilee Baptist Church. Burial will be in Magnolia Cemetery under the direction of Funerals by McFarland, Monroe.

Cody James, 32
FERRIDAY — Cody James, a farmer, died Thursday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Young's Funeral Home, Ferriday. Visitation is 1-2 p.m. Saturday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Natchez (Miss.) City Cemetery.

Ether Marie Johnson, 91
MARION — Ether Marie McDermott Johnson, a seamstress, died Friday. Services are 2 p.m. Monday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Farmerville. Visitation is 5-7 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Roark Cemetery, Marion.

Nolan John Justice, 87
Nolan John Justice of Monroe, retired city of Monroe employee, died Friday. Services are 2:30 p.m. Sunday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Visitation is 4-6 p.m. today at 1:30-2:30 p.m. at the funeral home. Burial will be in Lowes Cemetery.

Dolphin Mathews, 71
OAK GROVE — Dolphin Mathews, a pipeline inspector, died Sunday. Services are 2 p.m. Sunday at First Church of God, Oak Grove. Visitation is today until service time at the church. Burial will be in Oak Grove Cemetery under the direction of Cox Funeral Home, Oak Grove.

Princess Beatrice Wilson Oliver, 87
Princess Beatrice "Miss Bea" Wilson Oliver of West Monroe, a retired nurse, died Wednesday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Visitation is 11 a.m. until time of services. Burial will be in Riverview Cemetery, Monroe.

Betty Mann Taylor, 76
DOWNSVILLE — Betty Mann Taylor, a retired saleswoman, died Friday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Farrar Funeral Home, Farmerville.

William D. Tolbird, 91
OAK GROVE — William D. Tolbird, a construction worker, died Friday. Services are 3 p.m. Sunday at Fiske Union Assembly of God, Oak Grove. Visitation is 8-9 p.m. at Cox Funeral Home, Oak Grove. Burial will be in Beulah Cemetery, Oak Grove.

Previously acknowledged:
Bonnette, Eva Ruth Kilpatrick: 10 a.m. today, Pleasant Hill Church, West Monroe.
Brown, Leon: 11 a.m. today, Hester Central State Funeral Home, Monroe.
Case, Mary S.: 2 p.m. today, New Pine Hill Cemetery, Ferriday.
Coleman, Alleen: 2:30 p.m. today, Smith Funeral Home, Monroe.
Daniels, Rosie: 11 a.m. today, Maitland Baptist Church, Foules.
Hillard, Frank: 2 p.m. today, New Galilee Baptist Church, Monroe.
Hinton, Ozell: 2:30 p.m. Saturday, St. John Baptist Church, Lake Providence.
Hunt, Irvin P.: 2 p.m. today, Union Grove Cemetery, Lillie.
Jones, Michael: 1 p.m. today, New Prosperity Baptist Church, Clay.
King, Jo Alice: 11 a.m. today, St. John Baptist Church, Delhi.
Landis, Ela M.: 11 a.m. today, Pilgrim Baptist Church, Winnsboro.
McKell, Angela: 3 p.m. today, Harvest Baptist Church, Ferriday.
Meeks, Henry: 10 a.m. today, Cox Funeral Home, Bastrop.
Parson, Hazel: 1 p.m. today, St. Timothy Baptist Church, Monroe.
Payton, Rosa: 11 a.m. today, Morehouse Association Building, Bastrop.
Randolph, Carrie Mae: 1 p.m. today, St. Bethel Baptist Church, Kelly.
Robinson, Angela A.: 1 p.m. today, St. Paul Missionary Baptist Church, Monroe.
Russell, Jessie: 3 p.m. today, St. Joe Baptist Church, Rhymes.
Scarbrough Sr., Bruce: 10 a.m. today, Cross Roads Baptist Church, Grayson.
Scott, Luther: 11 a.m. today, Philadelphia Baptist Church, Crowville.
Singleton, Hayward: 11 a.m. Monday, Mount Olive Baptist Church, Grambling.
Smith, Doretha: 11 a.m. Sunday, St. James Baptist Church, Richwood.
Stapleton, Billy G.: 1 p.m. today, Pleasant Green Missionary Baptist Church, Crowville.
Vandevelde, Angel: 11 a.m. today, Vidalia Assembly of God.
Williams, Demetria P.: 11 a.m. today, New Rocky Valley Baptist Church, Grambling.
Williams, Fannie A.: 11 a.m. today, Rayville Christian Fellowship.
Williams, Robert: 11 a.m. today, Piney Grove Baptist Church, West Monroe

April 20, 2008 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

BETTY MANN TAYLOR Farrar Funeral Home Farmerville, LA Betty Mann Taylor, greatly beloved by family and friends, departed this life Friday, April 18, 2008 at Northern LA Medical Center in Ruston, LA after a lengthy illness. Visitation will be from 12:30PM to 2:30PM with the funeral service to follow in Farrar's Chapel. Burial will be immediately after in the Acree Cemetery in Point, LA. Officiating will be Rev. Louis Bartet and Rev. Paul Carter. Betty was born in Searcy, Arkansas on July 7, 1931. She moved to Louisiana in her late teens and soon thereafter met and married Willie O. Taylor. She traveled extensively throughout the United States with her husband, W.O. and his work and touched the lives of many people in a unique and special way. She will always be remembered for her generosity, kind heart and sense of humor. She had a tremendous love for both people and animals and was always willing to help either equally. She touched everyone she met in a very special way and will be greatly missed by all who were lucky enough to know her. For the past 17 years she was employed at Sam's Club in Monroe where she loved her job and loved her co-workers, young and old. Many Sam's Club's members will miss her smiling face and bubbly personality. Betty was preceded in death by her husband Willie O. Taylor, 3 brothers and 2 sisters. She is survived by her beloved and devoted only child Linda Taylor of New Orleans, LA; her sisters: Juanita Price of West Monroe, LA and Wilma Jane Wallace of Clinton, Arkansas. She will be greatly missed by lifelong friend Hazel Bennett of Baton Rouge, LA. She is also survived by numerous nieces and nephews. In lieu of flowers the family requests that memorial donations be made to the Betty Taylor Memorial Fund at Ouachita Independent Bank to help local animal shelters and to continue to express her love and devotion for less fortunate and needy animals. Pallbearers are Randall Carleton, Travis Gure, James Hilburn, David Tilley, Mitchell Acree, Jeff Best. Honorary Pallbearers are Maurice Price, Jeff Purdue, Clarence Price, Richard Dieter. Originally published April 20, 2008.

ETHER MARIE MCDERMOTT JOHNSON Kilpatrick Funeral Home Farmerville. LA Funeral services for Ether Marie McDermott Johnson 91 of Marion, a member of the Marion First Baptist Church is scheduled for 2:00 p.m. Monday, April 21, 2008 at Kilpatrick Funeral Home of Farmerville. Rev. Bubba Hogget will be officiating and interment will follow at Roark Cemetery in Marion, LA. She was born June 25, 1916 in Columbia County Arkansas. Passed away on the morning of April 18, 2008 after a long illness. She was a former resident of Sterlington from 1943 to 1964. She was a former active member of the Sterlington Baptist Church. She was preceded in death by her husband William Harvey Johnson of 50 years, parents, James Sebrain McDermott and Martha Ellen Cheatham McDermott, two brothers, William Elbert McDermott, Jim Henry McDermott, seven sisters, Dixie Goodwin, Edna Fessenden, Inez Young, Lillie Foster, Annie Smith, Alice Green and Lula Fessenden, daughter-in-law, Patricia Wagner Johnson. She is survived by one son William 'Billy" Johnson. Three grand-daughters: Sharon Wilson, husband Wayne Wilson of Sterlington, Shiela Atchison of Monroe and Cassondra Wagner of Jonesboro. Six great grandchildren: Billy and Tyler Wilson, Courtney and Callie Atchision, Ashley and Jessica Tubbs. Several nieces and nephews. The family would like to give a special thanks to Marie Pettis for her love and support during this difficult time. The nurses and staff of Union General Hospital and the caring staff of Agape Hospice. Pallbearers will be Johnny Johnson; Jeff Booth; Justin Bromley; Matthew Forwood; Zac Forwood; Stewart Forwood. Visitation will be Sunday, April 20, 2008 from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. at Kilpatrick Funeral Home of Farmerville, LA. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneral homes.com | Originally published April 20, 2008.

GEORGE E. MATHIS Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mr. George E. Mathis 87, of Monroe will be held at 10:00 a.m. Tuesday, April 22, 2008 at Kilpatrick Funeral Home-West Monroe. Interment will follow at Hasley Cemetery West Monroe. Mr. Mathis was born April 25, 1920 in Richland Parish, LA. and died April 18, 2008 in Monroe. Mr. Mathis served his country proudly in the U.S. Army during World War II, and received numerous medals for his service. After his military career he worked many years at T.L. James, before opening his own heavy machinery business. Mr. Mathis was preceded in death by his wife, Ruby Mathis. Survivors include one brother, Robert Mathis four sisters, Bethel Rutledge, Janie Britt, Pauline Cunningham, Mary Jane Mathis, Betty Smith, caregiver Deborah Cruz and numerous nieces and nephews. Nephews will serve as pallbearers. Visitation will be held from 5;00 PM until 7:00 PM on Monday, April 21, 2008 at Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe. Online condolences may be sent to wwwkilpatrickfuneral homes.com. Originally published April 20, 2008.

IRMA MARSH PICKETT ROSE-NEATH FUNERAL HOMES, INC. SOUTHSIDE CHAPEL, Shreveport, LA Irma Marsh Pickett, 94, passed away Friday, April 18, 2008, after a long battle with Alzheimer's Disease. She was born February 12, 1914 in Floral City, Florida. On August 6, 1940, she married Z.D. Pickett and moved to Bastrop, LA and lived there until 1994, at which time she and Z.D. moved to Shreveport to be close to their children. She was a member of the Sunset Church of Christ in Shreveport and previously the Central Church of Christ in Bastrop. Visitation for Mrs. Pickett will be held from 3:00 to 6:00 p.m. Sunday, April 20, at Rose-Neath Southside Funeral Home and from 1:00 p.m. until 2:00 p.m. Monday, April 21 at Central Church of Christ in Bastrop. Funeral services will be conducted Monday, April 21 at 2:00 p.m., by Waymon Swain at the Central Church of Christ, 5743 Mer Rouge Rd. in Bastrop. Interment will follow in Christ Church Cemetery. Irma will be remembered by her family and friends for being a lady of many talents, one of which was being a great cook and especially her special barbecued goat and chicken and dumplings. Anyone who dropped by to visit was always encouraged to "stay and eat." She loved flowers which was evidenced by her beautiful yard. She and Z.D. always had a wonderful garden from which numberless jars of jams, jellies, fruits and vegetables were canned and frozen. The bounty of their garden was shared many, many times with those in need, friends and family. She was a wonderful seamstress and loved to fish and, in her earlier years, hunt squirrels. She loved her family, the Lord and His Church and faithfully served Him and others until her illness prevented her. She was preceded in death by her parents, Charlie and Maggie Peterson Marsh; her husband, of 67 years, Z.D. Pickett; one brother, Clinton Marsh; and one sister, Juanita Rooks; son-in-law, John Timmerman. Surviving her are four daughters, Eugenia Hockett and husband Clint, of Beebe, AR, Jeaniece Chapman and husband Don of Gloster, LA, Leila Joy Pickett of Bossier City, LA, and Norma Timmerman of Shreveport; four grandchildren, Jill Bialas Milner and husband Marty of Shreveport, Suzy Moreno and husband, Tony, Darrell Timmerman and Rebecca Dalton, all of Shreveport; eight great-grandchildren, Martin and Miranda Milner, Brandon and Adam Moreno, Tara Kirk, Jonathon, Nicholas, and Andrew Dalton; and one great-great-grandchild, Alyssa Moreno; one sister, Margaret Marsh Rooks, and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. Pallbearers will be son-in-law, Don Chapman, Nephews, Jimmy Carter, Chris Carter, and John Paul Carter, Marty Milner and David Cox. Honorary pallbearers are Darrell Timmerman, Clint Hockett, Tony Moreno, and Dr. Carter Cox. The family would like to express a special "Thank You" to Ella Banks, Lorene Phillips, Joyce Barnett, Nazzaire Jackson and Debbie Burkie for all their compassion and caring for our loved one. Also, many thanks to the Fifth Floor Nursing Staff and Respiratory Therapists of Willis-Knighton South for the wonderful care extended to her and the family during her stay there. ROSE-NEATH FUNERAL HOMES, INC. SOUTHSIDE CHAPEL (318) 687-1256 Originally published April 20, 2008.

MALISSA "LISA" TUCKER BEARD Ott & Lee Funeral Home Brandon, MS Malissa "Lisa" Tucker Beard, 46, died Friday, April 18, 2008, at Hospice Ministries, Inc. in Ridgeland, MS. A memorial service was held at Ott and Lee Funeral Home in Brandon on Saturday in honor of Lisa's life. Born in Monroe, LA on October 11, 1961, her life was filled with love for any that she came into contact with. Everyone who met her was touched in some way by her spirit. She has now passed on to be the guardian angel that she always tried to be in life. She was a member of Thornhill Baptist Church in Rankin County. She worked in service for the last eighteen years at Transport Systems, Inc. Survivors include: her husband, Stephen Beard; siblings Tommy Tucker of Gonzales, LA, Janis Marzula of Texarkana, AR, John Tucker of West Monroe, LA, Cheryl Kay Heisser of Lake Charles, LA and Jean LaCour of Baton Rouge, LA.; step-daughter, Nicole Beard; grandson, Donte' Allen Grant and a special niece Misty Tucker of West Monroe, LA. She was preceded in death by her Mother and Father, Malissa Belle Buse and E.O. Tucker, as well as her brothers Jimmy Tucker and Larry Tucker. She will be missed. Originally published April 20, 2008.

MARYLYN "JAN" JONES MANUEL Geesey -Ferguson Funeral Home Crowley, LA A Mass of Christian Burial will be held Monday, April 21, 2008 at 2:00 p.m. at St. Michael the Archangel Catholic Church for Marylyn "Jan" Jones Manuel, 48, who died Friday, April 18, 2008 at 9:00 a.m. in Crowley. "Jan" was a native of Monroe, LA and a longtime resident of Crowley. She was very active with Redemptorist Catholic as a volunteer for many school activities. She loved art and playing piano. Fr. Buddy Breaux will officiate for the services. The family requests visiting hours Sunday from 12 Noon to 10:00 p.m. and Monday from 8:00 a.m. to service time. A rosary will be recited Sunday at 6:30 p.m. at the funeral home. Burial will be in St. Paul Cemetery in Eunice. Survivors include her husband, Dwight Manuel of Crowley; two daughters, Erica Miller of Lafayette and Lindsey Miller of Crowley; one sister, Dana J. Collie of West Monroe; two brothers, David Jones and Mickey Jones, both of Dallas, TX. "Jan" was preceded in death by her parents, Andrew Jackson Jones, Jr. and Patricia Henderson Jones. Arrangements have been entrusted to Geesey-Ferguson Funeral Home, 301 N. Ave. F, Crowley, 337-783-3313, www.geesey-ferguson.com. Originally published April 20, 2008.

MR. EDWARD STEVENS Kilpatrick Funeral Home Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mr. Edward Stevens, 75, of Monroe will be held at 2:00 p.m. Monday, April 21, 2008 at Lighthouse Baptist Church in Monroe with Rev. Marty Kutz and Rev. Danny Pitts officiating. Interment to follow at Riverview Cemetery. Mr. Stevens was born June 14, 1932 in Fairbanks, LA and died April 18, 2008 in Monroe. Mr. Stevens was retired from Monroe City Schools as a painter. He was preceded in death by his son, Glenn Stevens. Survivors include his wife, Ola Braddock Stevens; children James Edward Stevens, Rhonda Ann Fish and Sondra Kay Wilson; brothers, Jake Stevens, Ralph Stevens and Harold Stevens; sister, Lynn Jones; 5 grandchildren and 5 great grandchildren. Pallbearers will be Joe Thornhill, Quint Tribe, Craig Fleming, Benny Braddock, Joe Tribe and Mark Braddock. Honorary Pallbearers will be Brandon Wilson and Chris Tribe. Visitation will be held from 10:00 a.m. until service time Monday, April 21, 2008 at Lighthouse Baptist Church in Monroe. Online condolence may be sent to www.kilpatrickfuneral homes.com Originally published April 20, 2008.

NORMA JEAN BROWN Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Graveside Services for Ms. Norma Jean Brown, 66, of West Monroe, LA will be 4:00 PM Sunday, April 20, 2008 at Hughes Chapel Cemetery in Beekman, LA. Ms. Brown passed away on Friday, April 18, 2008. She graduated from Bastrop High School and attended Northeast Louisiana University. Ms. Brown owned and operated restaurants in Houston, TX. She was a member of St. Matthews Catholic Church. Norma was the crossing guard for the West Monroe Alternative School and worked at the Monroe Civic Center. She was an avid pet lover and enjoyed traveling. She was well loved by her family and friends. Survivors include her sister, Sarah Johnson of Pine Bluff, AR and numerous nieces and nephews, great nieces and nephews, and great, great nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, Colonel Jackson Brown and Edna Leona Mathis Brown and seven brothers and sisters, Virginia Boseman, Allene Watson, C.J. Brown, Lucille Boseman, Bennie Brown, Gene "Joe" Brown, and Donald Brown. Pallbearers will be Ernie Boseman, Patrick Boseman, Brent Stokes, Ray Stokes, Chad Watson, Daniel Watson, Hughen Watson, and Dan Wooten. Visitation will be from 1:00 PM until 2:30 PM at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe, LA. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Hughes Chapel Methodist Church in Beekman, LA. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneral home.com Originally published April 20, 2008.

OSCAR P. BARNES, JR. Owens Memorial Chapel Funeral Home Ruston, LA Funeral services for Mr. Oscar P. Barnes, Jr., age 86 of Ruston, will be held at 10:00 AM Monday, April 21, 2008 at Owens Memorial Chapel Funeral Home with Rev. Don Locke and Chaplain James Lambert officiating. Burial will follow in Forest Lawn Cemetery under the direction of Owens Memorial Chapel Funeral Home of Ruston. Mr. Barnes was born in Plaquemine, LA to Oscar P. and Mary Mahaffey Barnes. He died April 17, 2008 at his home in Ruston after a lengthy bout with Parkinson's Disease. Mr. Barnes served in World War 2 in the Army Air Corps. He was band director for Winnsboro High School and assistant band director at LSU before his tenure at Ruston High School. He was inducted into the Louisiana Music Educators Association Hall of Fame in 1987 and was the first conductor of the Russtown Band. Mr. Barnes was honored by the city of Ruston with a proclamation of Oscar P. Barnes Day on June 16, 2002. He was also choir director of the John Knox Presbyterian Church choir where he was once a member. He enjoyed fishing, working on his 1950 Ford truck, playing trombone, and playing in the band, "The Debonnaires". Mr. Barnes is survived by his wife of 63 years, Marjorie Gullatt Barnes; son Oscar P. Barnes, III and wife Gaye Nell of Monroe; daughters Nancy Ann Barnes Semones and husband Dan of Zachary and Mary Virginia Barnes Poffenberger and husband Mike of Houston, TX; grandchildren Jenny Stacey and husband George, Price Barnes, Bradley Davis, Marjorie Helen Rascoe and husband Chane, Sarah Katherine Semones, Bryant Poffenberger and Leah Poffenberger; great grandchildren Mae Stacey, Barnes Stacey, Margaret Stacey, Bradley Davis, Ethan Rascoe and Aden Rascoe; sister Othella Davis of Northridge, CA; brothers Richard Barnes of Memphis, TN and Glynn Barnes of Green Cove Springs, FL. He was preceded in death by his parents. Visitation will be held from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM Sunday, April 20, 2008 at Owens Memorial Chapel Funeral Home. Mr. Barnes' family would like to thank Agape Hospice for their care as well as their sitters Renee Johnson, Nora Jackson, Angel Cockerham, Valorie Bridges, LaTonya Jackson, and Stephanie Windly. Planned memorials may be made to the charity of your choice. To leave an on-line memorial message for the family, please visit www.owensmemorial funeralhome.com. Originally published April 20, 2008.

Norma Jean Brown, 66Norma Jean Brown of West Monroe, a school crossing guard, died Friday. Graveside services are 4 p.m. today at Hughes Chapel Methodist Church Cemetery at Beekman in Morehouse Parish. Visitation is 1-2:30 p.m. today at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Hayward 'Cliff' Carter, 59
Hayward "Cliff" Carter of West Monroe, a retired veteran, died Friday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Candace Hales, 58
RAYVILLE — Candace Hales, a homemaker, died Thursday. Memorial services will be held at a later date.

Nolan John Justice, 87
Nolan John Justice of Monroe, a retired city of Monroe employee, died Friday. Services are 2:30 p.m. today at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Visitation begins at 1:30 p.m. today. Burial will be in Lowes Cemetery.

Dallas Cheek Knight, 96
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — Dallas Cheek Knight, a retired medical secretary, died Tuesday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Rayville. Visitation begins at 10 a.m. today at the funeral home. Burial will be in Alto Baptist Church Cemetery.

Ronald E. Raymond Sr., 65
Ronald E. "Poppy" Raymond Sr. of West Monroe died Friday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Visitation is 1-3 p.m. Monday.

Leroy Stubblefield, 72
DELHI — Larry Stubblefield died Friday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Beckwith Golden Gate Funeral Home, Tallulah.

Betty Mann Taylor, 76
DOWNSVILLE — Betty Mann Taylor, a retired sales clerk, died Friday. Services are 2:30 p.m. today at Farrar Funeral Home, Farmerville. Visitation starts at 12:30 p.m. Burial will be in Acree Cemetery, Point.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED:
Anders, Margie Ann McCormick: 2 p.m. today, Golden Funeral Home, Bastrop.
Barnes Jr., Oacar P.: 10 a.m. Monday, Owens Memorial Chapel Funeral Home, Ruston.
Henderson, Ronald D.: 2 p.m. today, New Galilee Baptist Church, Monroe.
Johnson, Ether Marie McDermott: 2 p.m. Monday, Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Farmerville.
Mathews, Dolphin: 2 p.m. today, First Church of God, Oak Grove.
Singleton, Hayward: 11 a.m. Monday, Mount Olive Baptist Church, Grambling.
Smith, Doretha: 11 a.m. today, St. James Baptist Church, Richwood.
Tolbrid, William D.: 3 p.m. today, Fiske Union Assembly of God, Oak Grove

April 21, 2008 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

DR. WALLACE RUSSELL ADERHOLD Kramer Funeral Home Alexandria, LA Funeral Services for Dr. Wallace Russell Aderhold will be 1:00 p.m. Tuesday, April 22, 2008 in the chapel of John Kramer & Son with Rev. Jack Sawyer officiating. Interment will follow in Alexandria Memorial Gardens. Wallace Russell Aderhold, M.D., 85, of Alexandria, passed away Saturday, April 19, 2008 in his residence. Wallace was born in Anniston, Alabama on January 24, 1923 to Julia Russell and Herndon C. Aderhold. He attended the University of Texas at Austin and was a member of the 1946 graduating class of Tulane Medical School in New Orleans. After graduation, Dr. Aderhold completed his training at Charity Hospital in New Orleans. Dr. Aderhold completed a Fellowship in anesthesiology under the mentorship of Dr. Alton Oschner at the Oschner Clinic in New Orleans. Dr. Aderhold proudly served his country during the Korean Conflict as a Captain in the U.S. Army Medical Corps (1951-53). Dr. Aderhold held membership in numerous professional organizations including The Rapides Parish Medical Society, The American Medical Association, The American Society of Anesthesiologists, The Louisiana Society of Anesthesiologists, and The Southern Medical Association. He was a member of both Rapides General Hospital (Baptist Hospital) and St. Frances Cabrini Hospital, where he served as Vice-President. Dr. Aderhold was a member of Pineville Presbyterian Church, where he served as an Elder. Dr. Aderhold is preceded in death by his parents, one son Wallace Russell Aderhold Jr., one brother Herndon C. Aderhold, Jr., and one sister Margaret A. Williams. Wallace is survived by his loving wife of 60 years, Patricia Auten Aderhold of Alexandria; three children, Lawrence C. Aderhold of Baton Rouge, Tricia A. Jackson & husband Al of Montgomery, AL, and Kathleen A. Reeves & husband David of West Monroe; four grandchildren, Julia E. Jackson of Austin, TX, T. Christopher Jackson of Dallas, TX, David M. Reeves of Baton Rouge, Mark A. Reeves of Columbia, MO; one brother, S. Tom Aderhold & wife Jody of Edinburg, TX. Visitation will be from 5:00 PM to 8:30 PM Monday and from 12:00 PM until service time Tuesday in the funeral home. Pallbearers will be Mr. Cullen Aderhold, Dr. Sam Antony, Dr. Ed Ball, Mr. Jim Hilleke, Mr. David Reeves, and Dr. Joe Screpetis. Honorary Pallbearers will be Dr. Malcolm Denley, Dr. Wilbur Wells, Dr. Al Jackson, Jr., Mr. Howard Gist, and the Elders of Pineville Presbyterian Church. The Aderhold family wishes to extend their most sincere appreciation to the numerous medical professionals who have cared for Dr. Aderhold: Dr. Wesley Davis & Staff, Dr. Joe Screpetis & Staff, Dr. Mark Wilson & Staff, the nurses and aides of Rapides Regional Medical Center, the Staff of Synergy Home Health Care, and the Staff of Journey Hospice. The Aderhold family also extends special thanks to Dr. Aderhold's sitters, Bootsie, Barbara, and Merry for their continued care and kindness. Memorials may be made to Pineville Presbyterian Church 2522 Military Hwy. Pineville, LA 71360, Journey Hospice 221 Pecan Park Avenue Alexandria, LA 71303, or to your charity of choice. Notes of condolence may be sent to the family online at kramerfunerals@aol.com. Originally published April 21, 2008.

ETHER MARIE MCDERMOTT JOHNSON Kilpatrick Funeral Home Farmerville, LA Funeral services for Ether Marie McDermott Johnson, 91, of Marion, LA., will be held at 2:00 p.m. Monday, April 21, 2008, at Kilpatrick Funeral Home Chapel in Farmerville. Interment will follow at Roark Cemetery near Marion, LA. under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home. Originally published April 21, 2008.

HELEN MARIE CHUMLEY Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Funeral services for Helen Marie Chumley, 78, of Ruston, LA, will be held at 10:00 A.M. Tuesday April 22, 2008 in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home in West Monroe with Dr. Fred Wideman officiating. Burial will follow in Hasley Cemetery in West Monroe under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home in West Monroe. Mrs. Chumley died April 20, 2008 in Ruston, LA. She is preceded in death by parents, Delmar Gates and Nettie Leonard, sister, Carol Sue Gates. Survivors include her husband Gale Chumley; children, Billie Bloomer and husband Gary of Monroe, LA, Gail Slade and husband Pete of Clayton Texas, Pat Fisher of Shreveport, LA; step-children, Barbara Chumley of Ruston, LA, Bill Chumley and wife Dee Dee of Oklahoma, Audrey Sullivan and husband Gary of New Mexico; sisters, Liz Moore, Frances Wallace; and Linda Sherman; brother, Bobby Gates; seven grandchildren, twelve great grandchildren and two step grandchildren. Pallbearers will be Michael Bloomer, Chris Kelley, Randy Antley, Heath O'Neal, Robert Young, and Jesse Johnson. Visitation will be from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM Monday April 21, 2008 at Mulhearn Funeral Home in West Monroe. Memorials may be made to the Lincoln Parish Library in Ruston, LA. Originally published April 21, 2008.

MARY KATHRYN EDWARDS TETTLETON Kilpatrick Funeral Home Farmerville, LA Mary Kathryn Edwards Tettleton, born April 10, 1947, passed away at her home in Farmerville on April 19, 2008 after a courageous battle with cancer. Kathy was preceded in death by her father, James Malcolm Edwards. Kathy is survived by her husband, Danny Tettleton, of Farmerville LA, son Todd Tettleton of Alanta, GA., daughter Ashley and her husband Jim Garland of Denver, CO., daughter Mandi and her husband Tyler Sutliff of Austin, TX.; Grandchildren Peyton and Tanner Tettleton of Atlanta, GA., Jackson and Campbell Sutliff of Austin, TX; Mother, Mary Watson Edwards of Farmerville, LA., and sister Ann and her husband Fred Stewart of Farmerville, LA. Kathy was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, daughter, sister and friend who will be deeply missed. She was a member of the First Baptist Church of Farmerville, LA and a retired employee of Century Tel in Monroe, LA. The family would like to express deep appreciation to Dr. Laura Campbell and her staff of Northern Louisiana Medical Center and to the Agape Hospice Care of Ruston for their excellent and compassionate care. Pallbearers will be Glen F. Post III, Bill Patterson, Ted Lamprich, Tommy Futch, Rex Cobb, Tom Carney, Nathan Wilson, and Pepper Green. Visitation will be held on Monday, April 21, 2008 from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM at the First Baptist Church of Farmerville. Funeral Services will be held on Tuesday, April 22, 2008 at the First Baptist Church of Farmerville at 10:00 A.M. Interment will follow at the Farmerville Cemetery. In lieu of flowers the family requests that donations be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital at 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38150-1942, or to the charity of your choice. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneral homes.com. Originally published April 21, 2008.

Beverly Lynn Bass, 50
Beverly Lynn Bass of Monroe, a homemaker, died Monday. Services are 2 p.m. Thursday at Oak Grove Church of God. Visitation is 10 a.m.-10 p.m. today at the church. Burial will be in Kilbourne Cemetery under the direction of Cox Funeral Home, Oak Grove.

Al Jay Berks, 89
Al Jay Berks of Monroe, a retired machine operator, died Wednesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Smith Funeral Home, Monroe.

Mary Greer Biggs, 61
BASTROP — Mary Greer Biggs, a cleaning service employee, died Tuesday. Services are 10 a.m. Friday at Cox Funeral Home, Oak Grove. Visitation is 6-8 p.m. Thursday. Burial will be in Lake Providence City Cemetery.

Carolyn Sue Hogg Bryan, 68
DOWNSVILLE — Carolyn Sue Hogg Bryan, a retired registered nurse, died Sunday. Services are 3 p.m. Friday at Downsville Methodist Church. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Thursday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Burial will be in Downsville City Cemetery.

Raymond 'Pa' Cowan, 78
MONTEREY — Raymond "Pa" Cowan died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Young's Funeral Home, Ferriday.

Velma Lee Dye, 88
OAK GROVE — Velma Lee Dye, a homemaker, died Tuesday. Services are 3 p.m. today at Bethlehem Baptist Church, Oak Grove. Visitation is at the church until time of service today. Burial will be in Kilbourne Cemetery under the direction of Cox Funeral Home, Oak Grove.

Tommy Fletcher, 71
EROS — Tommy Fletcher, a retired draftsman, died Sunday. Graveside services are 2 p.m. Friday at Amity Cemetery near Hebert. Visitation is 6-9 p.m. Thursday at Gill First National Funeral Home, Winnsboro.

Jessie Lee Punchard Grantham, 66
HARRISONBURG — Jessie Lee Punchard Grantham, a homemaker, died Monday. Services are 2 p.m. Thursday at Sandy Lake Pentecostal Church, Jonesville. Visitation is 6 p.m. today until service time Thursday at the church. Burial will be in Oak Grove Cemetery under the direction of Young's Funeral Home, Ferriday.

Jamie Herman, 34
TALLULAH — Jamie Herman, a carpenter, died Saturday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Crothers-Glenwood Funeral Home, Tallulah. Visitation is noon until service time today at the funeral home. Burial will be in Memorial Park Cemetery, Tallulah.

Mary Hutchinson, 69
COLUMBIA — Mary Hutchinson died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Young's Funeral Home, Jonesville.

Solomon James, 80
Solomon James of Monroe, a retired custodian, died Friday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Smith Funeral Home, Monroe.

Ashton Jacobi Long, 16
CLAYTON — Ashton Jacobi Long, a student, died Sunday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Smith Funeral Home, Monroe.

Alphonso McCoy, 36
Alphonso McCoy of West Monroe, a laborer, died Saturday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Smith Funeral Home, Monroe.

Albert Virgil Rich, 80
LAWRENCEVILLE, Ga. — Albert Virgil Rich, a Bogalusa native, died Friday. His remains were cremated and will be scattered at sea under the direction of R.T. Patterson Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Lilburn, Ga.

Adenike Folake Roberts, 49
Adenike Folake Roberts of Monroe, an entrepreneur, died Sunday. Services are 5-7 p.m. Friday at House of Prayer International, Monroe. Burial will be in Atan Cemetery, Lagos, Nigeria. Local arrangements are under the direction of Miller Funeral Home, Monroe.

Frank A. Ryan, 92
Frank A. Ryan of West Monroe, a retired bookkeeper, died Sunday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Bible Missionary Church, Monroe. Burial will be in Antioch Cemetery, Eros under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Frankie Leon Taylor Sr., 69
TALLULAH — Frankie Leon Taylor Sr., a retired Chicago Mill and Lumber Co. timber contractor and owner of Taylor's Produce, died Tuesday. Services are 2 p.m. Thursday at Parkview Baptist Church, Tallulah. Visitation is 1 p.m. until service time Thursday at the church under the direction of Crothers-Glenwood Funeral Home, Tallulah.

Marc Richard Wicklund, 49
Marc Richard Wicklund of Monroe, a respiratory therapist, died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED
Adams, Alice D.: noon Friday, Tabernacle Baptist Church, Monroe.
Dickson, Dewanna H.: 1 p.m. Thursday, Miller Funeral Home, Monroe.
Watts Jr., James Gordon: 2 p.m. today, Golden Funeral Home, Bastrop

April 22, 2008 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

MR. FRANK ALEXANDER RYAN Kilpatrick Funeral Homes West Monroe, La. Funeral services for Mr. Frank Alexander Ryan, age 92, will be held at 2:00 PM, Wednesday, April 23, 2008, at Bible Missionary Church, 1146 Finks Hideaway Road, Monroe. Officiating will be Rev. Stuart Hallam, Rev. Rodger Moyer, Rev. William Whited and Rev. Timothy Lawton. Interment will follow at Antioch Methodist Church Cemetery in Eros, LA under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Homes of West Monroe. Mr. Ryan was born in Carl Junction, MO and passed away at his residence in West Monroe, LA. Mr. Ryan was retired from Bancroft as a Transportation Coordinator. Survivors are his wife of 64 years, Evelyn White Ryan of West Monroe, niece, Mary Jane Penwell and husband, William of Greenwich, CT; nephews, Rex Gary of Berryton, KS, Bruce Ryan and wife, Sheila, of Trophy Club, TX and Gary Ryan and wife, Shirley of Oklahoma City, OK. Pallbearers will be Marcus Allen, Danny Neal, Sonny Mason, Dan Sickmiller, Jerry Waggoner, Scotty Waggoner, Jeff Waggoner, Billy Whited. Honorary pallbearers will be Trevor Hallam and Brian Lawton. Visitation will be 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM, Tuesday, April 22, 2008, at Kilpatrick Funeral Homes of West Monroe. The family wishes to express special thanks and appreciation to caregivers Marcus Allen, Betty Allen and Gary Melton. Memorials may be made to the "Frank A. Ryan Memorial Fund" at the Bible Missionary Church, 1146 Finks Hideaway Road, Monroe, LA 71203. Online condolence messages may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneral homes.com. Originally published April 22, 2008.

Beverly Lynn Bass, 50
Beverly Lynn Bass of Monroe, a homemaker, died Monday. Services are 2 p.m. Thursday at Oak Grove Church of God. Visitation is 10 a.m.-10 p.m. today at the church. Burial will be in Kilbourne Cemetery under the direction of Cox Funeral Home, Oak Grove.

Al Jay Berks, 89
Al Jay Berks of Monroe, a retired machine operator, died Wednesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Smith Funeral Home, Monroe.

Mary Greer Biggs, 61
BASTROP — Mary Greer Biggs, a cleaning service employee, died Tuesday. Services are 10 a.m. Friday at Cox Funeral Home, Oak Grove. Visitation is 6-8 p.m. Thursday. Burial will be in Lake Providence City Cemetery.

Carolyn Sue Hogg Bryan, 68
DOWNSVILLE — Carolyn Sue Hogg Bryan, a retired registered nurse, died Sunday. Services are 3 p.m. Friday at Downsville Methodist Church. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Thursday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Burial will be in Downsville City Cemetery.

Raymond 'Pa' Cowan, 78
MONTEREY — Raymond "Pa" Cowan died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Young's Funeral Home, Ferriday.

Velma Lee Dye, 88
OAK GROVE — Velma Lee Dye, a homemaker, died Tuesday. Services are 3 p.m. today at Bethlehem Baptist Church, Oak Grove. Visitation is at the church until time of service today. Burial will be in Kilbourne Cemetery under the direction of Cox Funeral Home, Oak Grove.

Tommy Fletcher, 71
EROS — Tommy Fletcher, a retired draftsman, died Sunday. Graveside services are 2 p.m. Friday at Amity Cemetery near Hebert. Visitation is 6-9 p.m. Thursday at Gill First National Funeral Home, Winnsboro.

Jessie Lee Punchard Grantham, 66
HARRISONBURG — Jessie Lee Punchard Grantham, a homemaker, died Monday. Services are 2 p.m. Thursday at Sandy Lake Pentecostal Church, Jonesville. Visitation is 6 p.m. today until service time Thursday at the church. Burial will be in Oak Grove Cemetery under the direction of Young's Funeral Home, Ferriday.

Jamie Herman, 34
TALLULAH — Jamie Herman, a carpenter, died Saturday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Crothers-Glenwood Funeral Home, Tallulah. Visitation is noon until service time today at the funeral home. Burial will be in Memorial Park Cemetery, Tallulah.

Mary Hutchinson, 69
COLUMBIA — Mary Hutchinson died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Young's Funeral Home, Jonesville.

Solomon James, 80
Solomon James of Monroe, a retired custodian, died Friday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Smith Funeral Home, Monroe.

Ashton Jacobi Long, 16
CLAYTON — Ashton Jacobi Long, a student, died Sunday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Smith Funeral Home, Monroe.

Alphonso McCoy, 36
Alphonso McCoy of West Monroe, a laborer, died Saturday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Smith Funeral Home, Monroe.

Albert Virgil Rich, 80
LAWRENCEVILLE, Ga. — Albert Virgil Rich, a Bogalusa native, died Friday. His remains were cremated and will be scattered at sea under the direction of R.T. Patterson Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Lilburn, Ga.

Adenike Folake Roberts, 49
Adenike Folake Roberts of Monroe, an entrepreneur, died Sunday. Services are 5-7 p.m. Friday at House of Prayer International, Monroe. Burial will be in Atan Cemetery, Lagos, Nigeria. Local arrangements are under the direction of Miller Funeral Home, Monroe.

Frank A. Ryan, 92
Frank A. Ryan of West Monroe, a retired bookkeeper, died Sunday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Bible Missionary Church, Monroe. Burial will be in Antioch Cemetery, Eros under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Frankie Leon Taylor Sr., 69
TALLULAH — Frankie Leon Taylor Sr., a retired Chicago Mill and Lumber Co. timber contractor and owner of Taylor's Produce, died Tuesday. Services are 2 p.m. Thursday at Parkview Baptist Church, Tallulah. Visitation is 1 p.m. until service time Thursday at the church under the direction of Crothers-Glenwood Funeral Home, Tallulah.

Marc Richard Wicklund, 49
Marc Richard Wicklund of Monroe, a respiratory therapist, died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED
Adams, Alice D.: noon Friday, Tabernacle Baptist Church, Monroe.
Dickson, Dewanna H.: 1 p.m. Thursday, Miller Funeral Home, Monroe.
Watts Jr., James Gordon: 2 p.m. today, Golden Funeral Home, Bastrop

April 23 , 2008 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

BILLY RAY RIVERS, SR BUTLER FUNERAL HOMES AND Cremation Tribute Center Springfield, IL Billy Ray Rivers, Sr, 53, died April 17, 2008 in Tillatoba, MS. Billy was born July 1, 1954 in Monroe, LA, the son of Willie B. and Leatha Ann Reed Rivers. He married Eva Mae Harris on July 3, 1986 in Springfield. Billy graduated from high school in Monroe, LA. He was employed with the Springfield Association for Retarded Citizens where he was a Program Manager for Janitorial Training. He was also the owner and operator of Environmental Cleaning Services Company. In his free time, Billy was an avid outdoorsman, taking time to enjoy hunting, fishing, and camping. Billy was an active member of the Jehovah's Witness Kingdom Hall, East Congregation. Preceding Billy in death were his parents, Willie B. and Leatha Ann Rivers and his brother, Wilfred Charles Rivers. He is survived by his wife, Eva Mae Rivers of Springfield; his sons, Billy Ray Rivers, Jr. and William Bilal Rivers of Springfield; his step-son, Timothy P. Tatum of Los Angeles, CA; his grandchild, Ne'Vaeh Rayshawn Macon; three step-grandchildren, Timothy P. Tatum, Jr., Micaela Iman Tatum, Zacari Ani Tatum; his brothers, Willie B. Rivers, Jr. and Roger Thomas Rivers both of West Monroe, LA; his sisters, Gloria Rivers of Los Angeles, CA, Evangeline Rivers and Jacqeline Rivers both of West Monroe, LA; three aunts, Mildred Griffin, Dottie Rivers and Holocene Branson all of West Monroe, LA; as well as several nieces, nephews, and cousins. Family will receive friends from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM on Friday, April 25, 2008 at Kirlin-Egan and Butler Funeral Home, 900 S. 6th St., Springfield. Cremation will be accorded by Butler Cremation Tribute Center following the visitation. A memorial ceremony will be held at 3:00 p.m. on Saturday, April 26, 2008 at Jehovah's Witness Kingdom Hall, 3079 Normandy Rd., Springfield, IL 62703 with Larry Daugherty officiating. Please visit Billy's on-line life story at www.butlerfuneral homes.com to offer your condolences. Originally published April 23, 2008.

BRANDON LEE HOY Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral services for Brandon Lee Hoy, 23, of Calhoun, LA, will be held at 2:00 PM Thursday April 24, 2008 in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home in West Monroe with Rev. Philip Bedenbender officiating. Burial will follow in Cypress Baptist Church Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home in West Monroe. Brandon died April 20, 2008 at his residence in Calhoun, LA. Brandon was preceded in death by his brother John Franklin Hoy; sister, Stephanie Renee Hoy; grandparents, John and Francis Bennett and grandfather Walter Hoy. Survivors include his mother and father, Vickie and Woody Lovett; father and step-mother, Wayne and Brenda Hoy; brothers, Roy Wayne Hoy, Jr., Walter Lovett and wife Heather, Randy Lovett; sister, Krystal Lovett; grandmothers, Robbie Kovalchick and Charlene Hoy; aunts and uncles, Martha Carlton and husband Gene, Ralph Lovett and wife Patricia, Janet Swietzer and husband Mike, Susie Miller and husband Glen, Sig Lett, Jr. and wife Brenda, Elizabeth Hoy, Susan Poole, Lynnette Bennett, and Leona Sims; niece, Victoria Lynn; and nephew, John Michael. Brandon's best friends will be the pallbearers, C.J. Grigsby, Marcus Littlebrooks, Thomas Ivey, David Benson, Glenn Lenard, Many Hammon, and Brian Heisler. Honorary Pallbearers will be James Searcy, Charles Trichell, and Eugene Mullins. Visitation will be from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM Wednesday April 23, 2008 at Mulhearn Funeral Home in West Monroe, LA. Online Registry/Condolences :www.mulhearnfuneral home.com Originally published April 23, 2008.

JOHN DEWEY REPPOND Kilpatrick Funeral Home Farmerville, LA Funeral services for Mr. John Dewey Reppond, 85, of Marion, LA, will be held at 2:00 P.M. Thursday, April 24, 2008, at the Liberty Baptist Church in Linville, LA. Rev. Paul King and Rev. Gary Canterbury officiating with burial to follow in Liberty Cemetery in Linville, LA under direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home of Farmerville. Mr. Reppond was born on July 12, 1922 and passed away on April 22, 2008. He served in the U.S. Army and was an operator for IMC. He was also a member of Liberty Baptist Church in Marion, LA and the American Legion Post 149. Mr. Reppond loved his home and his family and was preceded in death by his sisters: Christine Kelley, Betty Drennan, and grandson, Brigham Baldwin. Survivors include his wife of 66 years, Lizzie Canterbury Reppond; daughter: Juanita and Bob Jones; son: Danny and Stella Reppond; grandsons: John Brock Baldwin; Clay Reppond; grand-daughter, Melissa Crowe; great-grandsons, Brady Reppond and Gabriel Crowe; brothers: Nelson Reppond; Gulley Reppond; Bobby Reppond; sisters: Fannie Oliver; Nelda Smothers; and numerous nieces and nephews. Pallbearers will be Clay Reppond, John Baldwin, Melissa Crowe, Charles McGraw, Jordan Johnson, and Brian Conley. Honorary Pallbearers will be Richard Pilgreen, Allen Pilgreen, and Glenn Pilgreen. Visitation will be held Wednesday, April 23, 2008 from 5:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M. at Kilpatrick Funeral Home in Farmerville, LA and from 12 Noon till time of service Thursday at the church. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneral homes.com

PEARL ELDRIDGE HUGHES Gill First National Funeral Home Winnsboro, LA Funeral services for Pearl Eldridge Hughes, age 94, of Crowville, LA.,will be held 11:00 AM Thursday at the Crowville First Baptist Church with Rev. Marion Collier and Rev. Keith Dowden officiating. Services are under the direction of Gill First National Funeral Home of Winnsboro. Interment will follow at the Crowville Masonic Cemetery. Visitation will be Thursday from 9:00 AM until service time. She was a resident of Hendersonville, TN for the past seven years and she departed from this earth on April 21, 2008. Mrs. Hughes was preceded in death by her husband of 51 years, George Mathis Hughes, her son, Johnny Mathis Hughes, brothers Ellis Eldridge, Elsie Eldridge, and Marvin Eldridge, a sister, Ruth Smith, her parents, John T. and Cora Kelly Eldridge, and her best friend and sister-in-law, Beatrice Prestridge. She is survived by her daughter, Betty Joyce Hughes and devoted son-in-law, Carroll "Doc" Hughes of Hendersonville, TN., grandchildren, James "Tiger" Ming (Janet) TN., Donna Smith, TN., Darrell Hughes (Kerry), of Australia, and George Michael Hughes (Rachael), of Grand Cane, LA., and two step-grandchildren, David Hughes, Oak Ridge, TN., and Mary "Missy" Hughes, Pascagoula, MS. She also leaves eleven great grandchildren two great-great grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. Mrs. Hughes was a member of First Baptist Church of Crowville, where she faithfully attended as long as she lived there from 1981 to 2001. She will be remembered by her friends and family for her love of animals, her personal strength, and her sense of humor. Please leave online condolences at www.gillfirstnational.com Originally published April 23, 2008.

Beverly Lynn Bass, 50
Beverly Lynn Bass of Monroe, a homemaker, died Monday. Services are 2 p.m. Thursday at Oak Grove Church of God. Visitation is 10 a.m.-10 p.m. today at the church. Burial will be in Kilbourne Cemetery under the direction of Cox Funeral Home, Oak Grove.

Al Jay Berks, 89
Al Jay Berks of Monroe, a retired machine operator, died Wednesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Smith Funeral Home, Monroe.

Mary Greer Biggs, 61
BASTROP — Mary Greer Biggs, a cleaning service employee, died Tuesday. Services are 10 a.m. Friday at Cox Funeral Home, Oak Grove. Visitation is 6-8 p.m. Thursday. Burial will be in Lake Providence City Cemetery.

Carolyn Sue Hogg Bryan, 68
DOWNSVILLE — Carolyn Sue Hogg Bryan, a retired registered nurse, died Sunday. Services are 3 p.m. Friday at Downsville Methodist Church. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Thursday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Burial will be in Downsville City Cemetery.

Raymond 'Pa' Cowan, 78
MONTEREY — Raymond "Pa" Cowan died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Young's Funeral Home, Ferriday.

Velma Lee Dye, 88
OAK GROVE — Velma Lee Dye, a homemaker, died Tuesday. Services are 3 p.m. today at Bethlehem Baptist Church, Oak Grove. Visitation is at the church until time of service today. Burial will be in Kilbourne Cemetery under the direction of Cox Funeral Home, Oak Grove.

Tommy Fletcher, 71
EROS — Tommy Fletcher, a retired draftsman, died Sunday. Graveside services are 2 p.m. Friday at Amity Cemetery near Hebert. Visitation is 6-9 p.m. Thursday at Gill First National Funeral Home, Winnsboro.

Jessie Lee Punchard Grantham, 66
HARRISONBURG — Jessie Lee Punchard Grantham, a homemaker, died Monday. Services are 2 p.m. Thursday at Sandy Lake Pentecostal Church, Jonesville. Visitation is 6 p.m. today until service time Thursday at the church. Burial will be in Oak Grove Cemetery under the direction of Young's Funeral Home, Ferriday.

Jamie Herman, 34
TALLULAH — Jamie Herman, a carpenter, died Saturday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Crothers-Glenwood Funeral Home, Tallulah. Visitation is noon until service time today at the funeral home. Burial will be in Memorial Park Cemetery, Tallulah.

Mary Hutchinson, 69
COLUMBIA — Mary Hutchinson died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Young's Funeral Home, Jonesville.

Solomon James, 80
Solomon James of Monroe, a retired custodian, died Friday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Smith Funeral Home, Monroe.

Ashton Jacobi Long, 16
CLAYTON — Ashton Jacobi Long, a student, died Sunday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Smith Funeral Home, Monroe.

Alphonso McCoy, 36
Alphonso McCoy of West Monroe, a laborer, died Saturday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Smith Funeral Home, Monroe.

Albert Virgil Rich, 80
LAWRENCEVILLE, Ga. — Albert Virgil Rich, a Bogalusa native, died Friday. His remains were cremated and will be scattered at sea under the direction of R.T. Patterson Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Lilburn, Ga.

Adenike Folake Roberts, 49
Adenike Folake Roberts of Monroe, an entrepreneur, died Sunday. Services are 5-7 p.m. Friday at House of Prayer International, Monroe. Burial will be in Atan Cemetery, Lagos, Nigeria. Local arrangements are under the direction of Miller Funeral Home, Monroe.

Frank A. Ryan, 92
Frank A. Ryan of West Monroe, a retired bookkeeper, died Sunday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Bible Missionary Church, Monroe. Burial will be in Antioch Cemetery, Eros under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Frankie Leon Taylor Sr., 69
TALLULAH — Frankie Leon Taylor Sr., a retired Chicago Mill and Lumber Co. timber contractor and owner of Taylor's Produce, died Tuesday. Services are 2 p.m. Thursday at Parkview Baptist Church, Tallulah. Visitation is 1 p.m. until service time Thursday at the church under the direction of Crothers-Glenwood Funeral Home, Tallulah.

Marc Richard Wicklund, 49
Marc Richard Wicklund of Monroe, a respiratory therapist, died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED
Adams, Alice D.: noon Friday, Tabernacle Baptist Church, Monroe.
Dickson, Dewanna H.: 1 p.m. Thursday, Miller Funeral Home, Monroe.
Watts Jr., James Gordon: 2 p.m. today, Golden Funeral Home, Bastrop

April 24 , 2008 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

CAROLYN SUE HOGG BRYAN Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral services for Carolyn Sue Hogg Bryan will be held on Friday, April 25, 2008 at 3:00 PM in the Downsville Methodist Church, Downsville, LA, led by Laymond Tucker, Reggie Skains, and Fran Holman. Interment will follow in the Downsville Cemetery. Carolyn 'Sue' Hogg Bryan was born April 2, 1940 and died April 20, 2008. Sue was born into the union of Ruth Monroe and Woodrow 'Kipe' Hogg, along with nine brothers and sisters. Sue graduated both Grayson High School and Northwestern University in Natchitoches, where she earned her B.S. degree in nursing and practiced as an R.N. during her lifetime. She married Bill Bryan of Downsville in 1962 and they had three children, Scott, Jeff and Keli Bryan. She also helped to manage the family business of Bryan Sausage Co. later to be renamed Downsville Foods. Sue had an intense passion and gifted talent for Art. Most recently, she displayed her fused glass jewelry at the Ouachita Art Gallery. The name of her art studio, SODO Art, is indicative of her belief that all can do Art. Sue loved being involved in the community, its beautification, the environment, and education. She had a sweet, loving, joyfilled, and spiritual nature. Her devotion toward family, friends, and community was her daily determined goal and inspiration. She is preceded in death by her son Scott, father Kipe Hogg, brothers 'Rags', Landry and Wayne Hogg, and sister Norma Jean. She is survived by her daughter Keli Bryan and husband Hany Nagib of Downsville, son Jeff Bryan and wife Tempest, grandchildren Trisha, Jeffrey, Jessica and Jared of Downsville, and two great grandchildren Aden and Jeffrey Jr., mother Ruth Hogg of Grayson, two sisters Johnnie Beatty of Ruston and Sandra Rushing of Grayson, three brothers, Billy Hogg of Grayson, Glenn and Gary Hogg of Lamesa, Texas, and numerous nieces nephews, cousins, in-laws, and friends, including her very special friend Michael 'Fluffy' Major. Visitation will be held Thursday, April 24, 2008 from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM at Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorials be made t o Bryan Park in Downsville, Families Against Mandatory Minimums (FAMM), or their favorite charity. The family wishes to thank the many friends who have supported us during this time. Pallbearers are Reggie Beatty, Clint Rushing, Jaimie Hogg, Billy Kipe Hogg,Todd Quarles, and Chris Hatchett. Honorary pallbearers: Linda Baird, Jane Campbell, Stephanie Douglas, Abigail Edwards, Julia Faye Guice, Carol Hudson, Phyllis McIntosh, Fran Holman McKenzie, Doris Roberts, Suwona Skains, and Tommie Sue Slaughter. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneral homes.com Originally published April 24, 2008.

LARRY MITCHELL HALL Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, L A Funeral services will be held for Larry Mitchell Hall, 56, of West Monroe at 7:00 PM on Thursday, April 24, 2008 in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home in West Monroe with Rev. Gary Traylor officiating. Mr. Hall was born November 16, 1951 and passed away April 23, 2008. He was a long time machinist at Voith. Larry enjoyed spending time outdoors hunting and fishing and spending time with his grandchildren, family, and friends from Voith. He is preceded in death by his parents, Clifford and Sally Hall. Survivors include his wife, Diana Yruegas Hall; daughter, Jessica Hall; son, Jason Hall and wife Karen; four grandchildren, BrookeLynn Dickey, Hunter Dickey, Abigail Hall, and Kala Hall; two sisters, Veda Pruitt and husband Jinks and Sandra Hall; brother, Tommy Hall and wife Debbie; and numerous nieces and nephews. Visitation will be held from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM on Thursday, April 24, 2008 at Mulhearn Funeral Home in West Monroe. In lieu of flowers memorials can be made to the Agape Northeast Hospice Care at 3104 Cypress Street, Wes t Monroe, LA 71291. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneral home.com The Hall family would like to thank Cindy Yarbrough and Jamieson Martin for their compassionate care of our loved one. Originally published April 24, 2008.

MARC RICHARD WICKLUND Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road, Monroe, LA Memorial services for Mr. Marc Richard Wicklund, 49, of Monroe, LA will be held at 6:00 PM Thursday, April 24, 2008, at Glenwood Medical Mall Community Room, West Monroe, LA. Mr. Wicklund died Tuesday, April 22, 2008 in Monroe, with his family beside him. Marc was a popular local respiratory therapist for over seventeen years, working primarily at Glenwood Hospital and Pulmonary Rehabilitation Center. Marc attended high school and respiratory therapy school in Tucson, AZ, received his certification from Pima College in 1986, and continued on to receive licensure shortly thereafter. He was also a certified motorcycle mechanic. Marc met and married his wife, Norma, in Tucson and they had their children there before moving to Prescott Valley, AZ in the late 1980's and on to Monroe in 1989. Survivors include his wife, Norma Wicklund; father, L. Richard Wicklund and wife Betty; mother, Shirley Wicklund; children, Jennifer and husband Justin, and Alex Wicklund; grandchildren, Emily and Logan; sister, Cheryl and husband Mark John; and many friends considered family. Marc was loved by many and will be missed by all. Special thanks to the doctors and nurses at St. Francis Hospital and his friend, Blane, who helped so much in Marc's final days. In lieu of flowers, please donate to the Ronald McDonald House, YWCA, or the charity of your choice. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneral home.com Originally published April 24, 2008.

MR. IRA CAGLE, JR. Kilpatrick Funeral Home Monroe, LA Visitation and memorial services for Ira Cagle, Jr., 83, of Monroe, a retired contractor, will be Thursday, April 24, 2008. Visitation will be 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM with memorial services following at 7:00 PM in the chapel of Kilpatrick Funeral Home at 1200 Lamy Lane in Monroe, LA. Mr. Cagle was born July 28, 1924 in Monroe and passed away Wednesday, April 23, 2008 at St. Francis Medical Center after a brief illness. Mr. Cagle was a graduate of Neville High School, Northeast Junior College, now ULM of Monroe, and Louisiana Tech with an Economics Degree. He was an avid hunter and fisherman who looked forward to hosting his annual duck gumbo supper. Mr. Cagle was presented a life-long membership in the Optimist Club and was instrumental in building the club's first Toy Wagon for distributing gifts to needy children at Christmas. Ira served with the Marine Air Wing in the South Pacific in WWII, including the Battle of Bougainville. He was preceded in death by his parents, Ira Cagle, Sr. and Olive B. Cagle. Mr. Cagle is survived by his wife, Shirley Hoffmann Cagle after 56 years of marriage; two sons, Tod Cagle and wife, Sally of West Monroe and Toby Cagle and wife, Michelle of Monroe; one brother, Kenny Cagle and wife, Winnie of Monroe; five grandsons, Jeremy, Bryan, Josh, Chad and Chase Cagle; three great-grandchildren, Mary Helen, Sally Grace and Downey; and several nieces, nephews, cousins, and a host of friends. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be sent to Ouachita Council on Aging. Online condolence messages may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneral homes.com. Originally published April 24, 2008.

NELS CHRISTIAN PETERSON Riser Funeral Home Columbia, LA Memorial services for Nels Christian Peterson, age 50 of Columbia will be held at 1:00 PM , Sunday, April 27, 2008 from the Green Vally Community Church in Green Vally, Arizona with Rev. Louie Lyon officiating. Mr. Peterson was born in Fairbaks, Alaska on November 19, 1957 to the union of Donald Linn and Diane Marie Swanberg Peterson and died Saturday, April 19, 2008 in Columbia, LA from injuries received in an industrial plant. He was employed as a foreman with Denton-James Concrete Plant in Columbia. He was the fourth generation of his family to have been born and reared in Alaska where he was involved in goldmining and commercial fishing. He was also a former long haul truck driver. Survivors include his parents: Don and Diane Peterson of Green Vally, AZ, his brother and sister-in-law: Don, Jr. and Bonnie Peterson of San Marcos, CA, his sisters and brothers-in-law: Susie and Mike Brady of Edmonds, WA, Sandi and Rudi Endres of Philadelphia, PA, his nieces: Bree Peterson, Lisa Ramsey and Lyndsey , his nephews: Tyler Peterson, Peter Hilleary, Stefan Endres and Michael Endres, his special friend: Janine Krause, his special gray African parrott: Nevada and his mean cat: Odie and he loved his Harley. A memorial service was also held at 2:00 PM , Wednesday, April 23, 2008 at the Columbia Heights Baptist Church in Columbia. Originally published April 24, 2008.

PAULINE MORRIS MCDOWELL Rose-Neath Funeral Home Shreveport, LA A memorial service for Pauline Morris McDowell will be held at 3:00 PM on Thursday, April 24, at Crestview Memorial Gardens in Hot Springs, Arkansas, with the Reverend Bud Reeves presiding. Internment will follow immediately under the direction of Gross Funeral Home of Hot Springs. Mrs. McDowell, 85, of Shreveport, passed away Monday, April 21, 2008 at Willis-Knighton Pierremont Medical Center in Shreveport. She was born on November 6, 1922, in Boswell, Oklahoma, to Elbert Morris and the former Willie Mae Claiborne. She was a graduate of Texas Weslyan University in Fort Worth. After graduation, she joined her husband, Reverend Kenneth G. McDowell, a Methodist minister, in serving churches throughout Louisiana for the next three decades, including First United Methodist Church in West Monroe. Following the death of her husband in 1977, Mrs. McDowell moved to Hot Springs, AR, where she lived for nearly twenty years. She was an active member of the Hot Springs First United Methodist Church, where she taught Sunday School and served as the director of the church's Mother's Day Out program. In later years, Mrs. McDowell moved to Monroe, where she lived at Azalea Estates and was an active member of Lea Joyner United Methodist Church, serving as a teacher of adult Sunday School and as a participant in Vacation Church School, along with other church programs and activities. In addition to her husband, Mrs. McDowell is preceded in death by her parents, and by her sister and brother-in-law, Gladys and Louie Copeland of Idabel, OK. She is survived by her daughter Kay Adkins and husband Dean of Shreveport; her daughter Adonna Schroer and husband Tony of Flat Rock, NC; her daughter Phyllis Griggs and husband Jim of Fayetteville, AR; and her son Paul McDowell and wife Margaret of Ft Walton Beach, FL. Also surviving are her brother Earl Morris and wife Lois of Hooks, TX; grandson Phillip Adkins and wife Kim of Shreveport; granddaughter Courtney Adkins and husband Ken Simpson of Austin, TX; grandson Randy Sowers and wife Liz of Arlington, VA; grandson Brad Griggs and wife Megan of Farmington, AR; grandson Bryan Griggs of Fayetteville, AR; and grandsons Andrew and Patrick McDowell of Ft. Walton Beach, FL. Her great-grandchildren are Jackson and Georgia Sowers of Houston, TX; Caroline Adkins of Shreveport; and Carson and Kennedy Griggs of Farmington, AR. The family wishes to extend sincere appreciation for the medical personnel who cared for her, as well as the staffs of Azalea Estates in Monroe and The Glen in Shreveport. A special thanks is extended to the community of United Methodist pastors throughout Louisiana and Arkansas, and to the members of the United Methodist Churches in Louisiana where Mrs. McDowell and her late husband served. The family sends special love and appreciation to the members of Lea Joyner United Methodist Church in Monroe, and to Rev. Dave Fortuna and his wife Annette; to Rev. Weldon Barres; to Rev. and Mrs. Jimmy Carroway; and to Rev. and Mrs. Ed Boyd. Memorials may be made to the United Methodist Foundation of Louisiana, and to the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation. Originally published April 24, 2008.

SYLVIA ESTELLE SHAVERS MULLINS Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mrs. Sylvia Estelle Shavers Mullins, 64, of Monroe, LA will be held at 2:00 PM, Friday, April 25, 2008 in the Chapel of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Rev. Woody Rimes will officiate. Interment will follow at Roselawn Memorial Gardens Calhoun, LA under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Mrs. Mullins was born December 19, 1943 in Monroe, LA and passed away April 22, 2008 in Monroe, LA. A member of the Mt. Vernon Baptist Church in West Monroe, she was a life long resident of Monroe and a registered nurse. Mrs. Mullins was preceded in death by her father and mother, Robert Estes and Sallie Childers Shavers, and a brother, Rufus E. "Red" Shavers. Mrs. Mullins was a very proud MawMaw and she loved her family and friends. Survivors are husband, Evan D. "Eckie" Mullins; daughters, Sallie Mullins Owens and husband, Randy, and Kay Mullins; grandchildren; Jordan Owens, Evan (Cary) Lewis; (J. D.) Jared Lewis, Savannah Owens; sisters; Irma Floyd, Martha Shavers Mullins, Cathy Watts; aunt, Myrtle Shavers; a host of nieces, nephews, and friends. Pallbearers will be Larry Freeman, Steve Long, Michael Mullins, Eddie Davis, Robert Shavers, and Allen Shavers. A special thanks to the staff of Patients Choice Hospice. Visitation will be held Thursday from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM at Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneral homes.com Originally published April 24, 2008.

Charlotte 'Jo' Adams, 76
Charlotte "Jo" Adams of West Monroe, a Ouachita Parish Special Education supervisor, died Wednesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

William Aldredge, 78
William Rodger Aldredge of Monroe, retired military, died Wednesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe.

Charles Junior Cook, 72
EDWARDS, Miss. — Charles "Sonny" Junior Cook, a farmer, died Tuesday. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at First Baptist Church, Kilbourne. Visitation is 3-9 p.m. Friday at Cox Funeral Home, Oak Grove. Burial will be in Kilbourne Cemetery.

Anna Belle Haynes Farmer, 65
FORT WORTH — Anna Belle Haynes Farmer, a homemaker, died Tuesday. Services are 10 a.m. Saturday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Monroe. Visitation is 5-9 p.m. Friday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery, Monroe.

Brandon Lee Hoy, 23
Brandon Lee Hoy of Calhun, a carpenter, died Sunday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Visitation is 1 p.m. until service time at the funeral home. Burial will be in Cypress Baptist Church Cemetery.

Mary Lucas Hutchinson, 69
COLUMBIA — Mary Lucas Hutchinson died Tuesday. Services are 10 a.m. today at Rosin Creek Pentecostal Church, Columbia. Burial will be in Heard Cemetery, Manifest, under the direction of Young's Funeral Home, Jonesville.

Josephine Jacobs, 84
Josephine Jacobs of West Monroe, a retired custodian, died Monday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at St. Joseph Baptist Church, West Monroe. Visitation is 1-7 p.m. Friday at Hester Central State Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Hasley Cemetery, West Monroe.

Adell Frances Miles, 86
PRIDE — Adell Frances Miles, a greeter, died Tuesday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Southern Funeral Home, Winnfield. Burial will be in Verda Cemetery.

John Dewey Reppond, 85
MARION — John Dewey Reppond, a retired IMC operator, died Tuesday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Liberty Baptist Church, Linville. Burial will be in the church cemetery under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Farmerville.

George Sargent, 89
HARRISONBURG — George Sargent died Wednesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Young's Funeral Home, Ferriday.

Lillian Smith, 81
NORWOOD — Lillian Smith, a homemaker formerly of Winnsboro died Tuesday. Services are 11 a.m. Friday at Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home, Winnsboro. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. today at the funeral home. Burial will be in South Central Cemetery, Wisner.

Jana Suzette Strickland, 26
COLUMBIA — Jana Suzette Strickland, a Kaye's Food Market clerk, died Wednesday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Riser Funeral Home, Columbia. Visitation is 9 a.m. until service time today at the funeral home. Burial will be in Welcome Home Cemetery, Grayson.

Rosie Watson-Williams, 90
WINNSBORO — Rosie Watson-Williams, a homemaker, died Wednesday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at River of Life Church, Winnsboro. Visitation is 6-7 p.m. today at Richardson & Sims Funeral Home, Winnfield. Burial will be in Hope Estate Cemetery, Wisner.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED:
Adams, Alice D.: noon Friday, Tabernacle Baptist Church, Monroe.
Bass, Beverly Lynn: 2 p.m. today, Oak Grove Church of God, Oak Grove.
Biggs, Mary Greer: 10 a.m. Friday, Cox Funeral Home, Oak Grove.
Bryan, Carolyn Sue Hogg: 3 p.m. Friday, Downsville Methodist Church.
Dickson, Dewanna H.: 1 p.m. today, Miller Funeral Home, Monroe.
Fletcher, Thomas E.: 2 p.m. Friday, Amity Cemetery, Hebert.
Grantham, Jessie Lee Punchard: 2 p.m. today, Sandy Lake Pentecostal Church, Jonesville.
Roberts, Adenike Folake: 5 p.m. Friday, House of Prayer International, Monroe.
Taylor Sr., Frankie Leon: 2 p.m. today, Parkview Baptist Church, Tallulah

April 25, 2008 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

ANNA BELLE HAYNES FARMER Kilpatrick Funeral Home 1200 Lamy Lane Monroe, LA Funeral services for Anna Belle Haynes Farmer, 65, of Fort Worth, TX will be held at 10:00 AM Saturday, April 26, 2008 at Kilpatrick Funeral Home Chapel in Monroe, LA. Officiating will be Rev. Mark Fenn and Rev. Gerald Lewis. Interment will follow at Monroe Memorial Park under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home of Monroe. Mrs. Farmer was born June 1, 1942 in Wilmot, AR and passed away April 22, 2008 after a short illness at her home in Fort Worth, TX. She was a wife and mother of 45 years. She was preceded in death by her brother, James Ray Haynes; father, James Haynes and grandfather, Leroy Haynes of Wilmot, AR. Mrs. Farmer is survived by her husband of 45 years: Alton Wayne Farmer, SR of Fort Worth, TX; son: Wayne Farmer, JR of Monroe, LA; daughter: Dana Farmer Sparks and husband, Jimmy of Ft. Worth, TX; mother: Ouida Yates Haynes of Monroe ; sister: Brenda Haynes Haddad of Monroe, LA; brother: Eddie Dwayne Haynes of Baton Rouge, LA; sister: Marsha Haynes Blackman and husband, Billy Wayne of Monroe, LA; grandchildren: Amber Farmer, Alyssa Farmer, Brooke Farmer, and Paige Farmer; great grandchildren: Alexis Farmer, Brayson Donelson, and Kayden Farmer; nieces: Heather Lynn Blackman and Stephanie Jones; nephews: Chad Haddad and Jason Haynes; and many uncles, aunts, cousins, and close friends. Pallbearers will be: Eugene Blackman, Clint Madden, Jim Reed, Gary Crumpton, Chad Haddad, and Greg Madden. Honorary pallbearer will be: Jimmy Farmer of Houma, LA. Visitation will be 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM Friday, April 25, 2008 at Kilpatrick Funeral Home of Monroe, LA Online condolence messages may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneral homes.com Originally published April 25, 2008.

CHARLOTTE JO CHISHOLM ADAMS Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Charlotte Jo Chisholm Adams, affectionately known as Momma Jo, Honey Jo or JoJo to her grandchildren, entered into eternity while being held in the arms of her son on Wednesday, April 23, 2008 at Landmark Nursing Center. Her heavenly entry came after a long and debilitating illness. Jo was preceded in death by her beloved parents, Charles P. and Sarah Kate Chisholm, her infant twin sister, Charlene Patricia, and her children's father, Kenneth L. Adams. Jo was born on June 16, 1931, in Dumas, Arkansas. She moved to West Monroe with her parents in 1935. Jo graduated in 1948 from OPHS and from Centenary College in 1951. She went on to achieve her Master's Degree from ULM in Special Education. Not only was Jo an attentive and supportive mother and grandmother, but her passion for learning was demonstrated through her encouragement towards students to fulfill their potential. Jo touched many lives. She retired from the Ouachita Parish School System as Supervisor of Gifted and Special Education. Jo was a longtime member of First United Methodist Church in West Monroe where she held various leadership and teaching positions, sang in the choir and was a member of the Upper Room Sunday School Class. She was a charter member of Cultura Book Club and a member of Zeta Tau Alpha Sorority. Jo was active in the Council for Exceptional Children, Louisiana Association of School Executives, organized a parent's program for gifted and talented students in Ouachita Parish and was listed in Who's Who in Louisiana Educators. Jo is survived by her three precious children, Vicki Adams Cansler and husband Larry, Kendy Adams Fletcher and husband Chad, and Chuck Adams; six grandchildren, Camilea and Clayton Cansler, Brenton Baranek and wife Tanisha, Scott Baranek and wife Melissa, and Ashton and Caroline Adams. A celebration of Jo's life will be held on Saturday, April 26, at 11:00 A.M. at First United Methodist Church, West Monroe. Visitation is Friday, April 25, from 4:30 P.M. until 8:00 PM at Mulhearn Funeral Home in West Monroe and again at the church Saturday morning 10:00 AM until service time. Pallbearers will be Brenton Baranek, Scott Baranek, Clayton Cansler, Chet Bradley, Doug Caldwell, Mickey Cook, Barry Bell, and Whitty Hood. Reserved seating will be provided for the honorary pallbearers, the members of the Cultura Book Club and the Upper Room Sunday School Class. Our heartfelt thanks to the entire staff at Landmark Nursing Center and Hospice Care of Louisiana for the superior care you provided for our mother. Memorials can be made to the First United Methodist Church Day Care which Jo organized or to the Alzheimer's Association. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneral home.com Originally published April 25, 2008.

JAMES CLAUDE RAMSEY Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral services for James Claude Ramsey, 79 of Calhoun, LA will be held at 10:00 AM, Saturday, April 26, 2008 at Liberty Baptist Church. Rev. Tony Smith will be officiating. Interment will follow at Beulah Cemetery Calhoun, LA under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Mr. Ramsey was born November 11, 1928 in West Monroe, LA and passed away April 23, 2008 in Calhoun, LA. He retired from Manville and served in the United States Marines. Mr. Ramsey was preceded in death by his wife of 53 years, Bertha Lee Ramsey. Mr. Ramsey is survived by his daughter, June Kane and husband L. V.; son, Bobby Parker and wife Mildred; sister, Christine Wainwright; 16 grandchildren and 11 great-great-grandchildren; and canine companion Sam. Pallbearers will be Jamie Parker, J. L. Kane, Mark Lenard, Randy Watson, Billy Smith and Terry Collie. Honorary pallbearers will be Dusty Kane, John Collins and Thomas Collins. Visitation will be Friday, April 25, 2008 from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM at Liberty Baptist Church. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneral homes.com Originally published April 25, 2008.

JOHN WALTER HOGUE, JR. Crothers-Glenwood Funeral Home Tallulah, LA Mr. John Walter Hogue, Jr. died Tuesday, April, 22, 2008, in an automobile accident in Clayton, LA. He was born in Natchez, MS on September 18, 1930, and lived in Tensas Parish most of his life. Mr. Hogue wa a farmer and member of Delhi Presbyterian Church. Visitation will be from 5:00 P.M. until 7:00 P.M. Friday, April 25, 2008 at Crothers-Glenwood Funeral Home. Funeral services will be 12:00 P.M. Saturday, April, 26, 2008 at Delhi Presbyterian Church in Delhi, LA. Burial will be at 2:00 P.M. Saturday, April, 26 at Legion Memorial Cemetery in Newellton, LA. His nine sons will serve as active pallbearers. Honorary pallbearers will be Glyn Lance, Frank Evans and Tegegne Aboye. Mr. Hogue was preceded in death by his parents John Walter Hogue, Sr. and Rudye Asher Hogue. He is survived by his wife Constance Toler Hogue; his children John Walter Hogue, III, James Kenneth Hogue, Sara Hogue Barkhouse, Paul Charles Frank Hogue, Sr., Daniel Mark Hogue, Sr., Michael Stephen Hogue, Sr., Esther Hogue Davis, Joseph Andrew Hogue, Sr., Benjamin Philip Hogue, David Olson Hogue and Samuel Asher Hogue; his grandchildren Brigette Asher Hogue, Marguerite Olson Hogue, Sabina Lucille Hogue, John Walter Hogue, IV, Amos Olson Barkhouse, Abigail Grace Barkhouse, Jessica Mae Barkhouse, Sophia Nan Barkhouse, Paul Charles Frank Hogue, Jr., Madeline Claire Hogue, William Christopher Hogue, Nicholas Asher Hogue, Jacob Payne Hogue, Asher Stephen Hogue, Carolyn Hogue, Olivia Kate Hogue, Daniel Mark Hogue, Jr., Emma Rose Hogue, Walter Hastings Hogue, Ingrid Nan Hogue, Jackson Toler Hogue, Benjamin Harley Hogue, Merrie Margaret Hogue, Constance Noelle Hogue, Ramey Nan Hogue, Michael Stephen Hogue, Jr., Emma Duncan Hogue, Ellie McInnis Hogue, James Harley Davis, III, Ruth Constance Hogue, Joseph Andrew Hogue, Jr., Georgia Kathleen Hogue, Townes David Hogue and Cornelia Cate Hogue. Originally published April 25, 2008.

REV. RAY HILL Peaceful Rest Funeral Home, Dallas, Texas Rev. Ray Hill, 71, passed from labor to rest on April 22, 2008. Wake services Friday, April 25, 2008 from 6:30 P.M. until 8:30 P.M. at Greater St. Mary Baptist Church and funeral is Saturday 2:00 P.M. at Jonesville Jr. High School, 802 Johnson Street. Jonesville, LA. Funeral Services entrusted to Peaceful Rest Funeral Home, 3302 E. Illinois Ave. Dallas, Texas 75216 Originally published April 25, 2008.

TERRI LEA MARTIN Mulhearn Funeral Home Winnsboro, LA Services for Ms Terri Lea Martin, age 51, of Gilbert, LA. will be held at Calvary Baptist Church, Saturday, April 26, 2008 at 4:00 P.M., with Rev. Jimmy Harper, Rev. Nolan LeBeaux, and Mr. Bud Arnold officiating. The interment service will follow in Turkey Creek Cemetery near Gilbert, LA., under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home of Winnsboro. Terri was a fun loving person, living life to the fullest. She was full of life, an awesome mom and loved her grandchildren very much. She was preceded in death by her grandparents. Survivors include: Parents: Samuel "Skeet" and Ernestine McDaniel of Gilbert, LA.; Sister: Karen Breckenridge and husband, Doug of Monroe, LA. Children: Joni Fontenot and husband, Jody of Newark, TX., Kelli Ezell and husband, Shawn of Gilbert, LA., Brooke Martin of Bay Saint Louis, MS.; Grandchildren: Garrett, Star, and Zoe Fontenot, and Blake and Ryan Ezell; Nephews: Matthew and Stephen Meredith of Monroe, LA. Pallbearers will be: Matthew Meredith, Stephen Meredith, Jeff Meredith, DeWayne Martin, Ken Martin, and Josh Garcia. Honorary Pallbearers will be: Shawn Ezell, Blake Ezell, Ryan Ezell, Jody Fontenot, and Garrett Fontenot. Visitation will be from 5:00 P.M. to 9:00 P.M. on Friday, April 25, 2008 at Calvary Baptist Church in Gilbert, LA. Online Condolences may be made to: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Originally published April 25, 2008.

Al Jay Berks, 89
Al Jay Berks of Monroe, a retired machine operator, died Wednesday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Smith Funeral Home, Monroe. Visitation is 1-6 p.m. today at the funeral home. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens.

Raymond 'Pa' Cowan, 78
MONTEREY — Raymond "Pa" Cowan, died Tuesday. Services are 3 p.m. Sunday at Concordia Parish Community Center, Ferriday. Burial will be in Cypress Grove Cemetery under the direction of Young's Funeral Home, Ferriday.

Uchenna Ezike, 29
RUSTON — Uchenna Ezike, formerly of Nigeria, Africa, died Sunday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Owens Memorial Chapel Funeral Home, Ruston.

Candace G. Hales, 58
RAYVILLE — Candace G. Hales, a homemaker, died April 17. Memorial services are 2 p.m. Saturday at Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses, Winnsboro under the direction of Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Rayville.

Sydney Nicole Hales, 4
RAYVILLE — Sydney Nicole Hales, daughter of Martha and Tim Hales, died Thursday. Services are 10 a.m. Saturday at Archibald Church of Christ. Visitation is 4 p.m. Friday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Lynn Cemetery, Archibald under the direction of Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Rayville.

Solomon James, 80
Solomon James of Monroe, a retired custodian, died Friday. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at New St. James Baptist Church, Monroe. Visitation is 7-8 p.m. today at Smith Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens.

Harvey L. Laird, 74
KIRBYVILLE, Texas — Harvey Lynn Laird, formerly of Chase, a U.S. Air Force and Temple Co. retiree, died Monday. Services are 10:30 a.m. Saturday at Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home, Winnsboro. Visitation is 6-9 p.m. Friday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Chase Cemetery.

Ashton Jacobi Long, 16
CLAYTON — Ashton Jacobi Long, a student, died Sunday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Harvest Baptist Church, Ferriday. Visitation is 7-8 p.m. today at the church. Burial will be in Zion of Foules Cemetery under the direction of Smith Funeral Home, Monroe.

Alphonso McCoy, 36
Alphonso McCoy of West Monroe, a laborer, died Saturday. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at New Daughters of Zion Baptist Church, West Monroe. Visitation is 1-7 p.m. today at
Smith Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens.

Sylvia Estelle Shavers Mullins, 64
Sylvia Estelle Shavers Mullins of Monroe, a registered nurse, died Tuesday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Burial will be in Roselawn Memorial Gardens Cemetery, Calhoun.

Arthur 'Art' Norton Jr., 65
MINDEN — Arthur "Art" Norton Jr., a retired laborer, died Tuesday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Antioch Baptist Church, Homer. Burial will be in Antioch Cemetery, Homer under the direction of King's Funeral Home, Ruston.

Juanita Obieke, 57
GRAMBLING — Juanita Obieke died Sunday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at Mount Pleasant Baptist Church, Lake Providence. Visitation is 2-7 p.m. today at Beckwith Golden Gate Funeral Home, Tallulah. Burial will be in the church cemetery.

George Sargent, 89
HARRISONBURG — George Sargent, retired from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineer, died Wednesday. Services are 10 a.m. Saturday at Kidron Baptist Church, Harrisonburg. Visitation is 5-7 p.m. today at Young's Funeral Home, Ferriday. Burial will be in Heard Cemetery, Manifest.

Richard Lewis Scott, 51
TULSA, Okla. — Richard Lewis Scott, a construction worker, died Friday. Graveside services are 1:30 p.m. Tuesday at Mount Mariah Cemetery, Chatham under the direction of Funerals by McFarland, Monroe.

Leroy Stubblefield Sr., 72
DELHI — Leroy Stubblefield Sr. died April 18. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Greater One Baptist Church, Delhi. Visitation is 6-8 p.m. today at New Zion Baptist Church, Delhi. Burial will be in Waverly Cemetery under the direction of Beckwith Golden Gate Funeral Home, Tallulah.

Baby Girl Tatum, Infant
COLUMBIA — Baby Girl Tatum, infant daughter of Serenity E. Tatum, died Monday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Funerals by McFarland, Monroe.

Stafford M. Thomas, 82
JONESBORO — Stafford M. Thomas, a U.S. Marine Corps retiree, died Wednesday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Edmonds Funeral Home, Jonesboro. Visitation is 4-9 p.m. today a the funeral home. Burial will be in Ebenezer Cemetery, Jonesboro.

Betty Joyce Vidler, 72
Betty Joyce Vidler of West Monroe, a homemaker, died Sunday. Graveside services are 2 p.m. today at Hazelhurst (Ga.) City Cemetery under the direction of Miles Funeral Home, Hazelhurst, Ga.

Roy W. Wallace, 68
WINNSBORO — Roy W. Wallace, an appliance repairman, died Monday. Services are 11 a.m. Monday at Richardson Funeral Home, Winnsboro. Wake services are 6-7 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Rest Haven Cemetery, Winnsboro.

Rosie Watson-Williams, 90
WINNSBORO — Rosie Watson-Williams died Wednesday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at River of Life Church, Winnsboro. Wake services are 6-7 p.m. today at Richardson & Sims Funeral Home, Winnsboro. Burial will be in Hope Estate Cemetery, Wisner.

Polly King Williams, 83
Polly King Williams of Monroe, a homemaker, died Thursday. Services are 10 a.m. Saturday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Visitation is 5-7 p.m. today at the funeral home.

Previously acknowledged:
Adams, Alice D.: noon today, Tabernacle Baptist Church, Monroe.
Biggs, Mary Greer: 10 a.m. today, Cox Funeral Home, Oak Grove.
Bryan, Carolyn Sue Hogg: 3 p.m. today, Downsville Methodist Church.
Cook, Charles Junior "Sonny": 2 p.m. Saturday, First Baptist Church, Kilbourne.
Farmer, Anna Belle Haynes: 10 a.m. Saturday, Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Monroe.
Fletcher, Thomas E.: 2 p.m. today, Amity Cemetery, Hebert.
Jacobs, Josephine: 11 a.m. Saturday, St. Joseph Baptist Church, West Monroe.
Miles, Adell Frances: 11 a.m. Saturday, Southern Funeral Home, Winnfield.
Roberts, Adenike Folake: 5 p.m. today, House of Prayer International, Monroe.
Smith, Lillian: 11 a.m. today, Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home, Winnsboro

April 26, 2008 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

POLLY KING WILLIAMS Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road, Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mrs. Polly King Williams, 83, of Monroe, will be held at 10:00 AM Saturday, April 26, 2008, in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe, with Rev. J. E. Brown officiating. Interment will follow in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery. Mrs. Williams was born on December 22, 1924 and passed away on Thursday morning, April 24, 2008, after a brief illness. She was full of love, compassion and generosity. Her family was her life. Honesty, integrity, and Christian values were her motto. Memories of her sweet spirit and laughter will keep her ever near. She was preceded in death by her parents and husband, Ira Williams. Left to cherish her memory is daughter, Rita Darlene Williams; cousins, special friend, Clarice Taylor; and many other friends. Pallbearers will be Johnny Taylor, Steven Taylor, Lonny Norsworthy, Carlton Yeager, Barry Wall, Marion Williams, and Brandon Wall. Visitation will be Saturday from 9:00 AM until service time at the funeral home. The family extends special thanks to the caregivers for her daughter, Darlene, who also became friends of Polly's and the staff of NSICU at St. Francis Medical Center. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneral home.com Originally published April 26, 2008.

ROGER WAYNE ELLIOTT Kilpatrick Funeral Home Ruston, LA Funeral services for Mr. Roger Wayne Elliott, age 55, of Ruston will be held at 3:00 P.M. on Sunday, April 27, 2008 at Christ Community Church in Ruston. Officiating the services will be Rev. Dickie Love and Rev. Len Woods. Interment will follow at Mt. Ida Cemetery in DeQueen, AR with graveside services to be held at 2:00 P.M. Monday, April 28, 2008. Local arrangements are under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home in Ruston. Mr. Elliott was born November 9, 1952 at Barksdale Air Force Base and passed away on April 24, 2008 following a lengthy illness. Mr. Elliott was a member of the Christ Community Church, Association of Surgical Technologists, Beta Chapter, Sigma Phi Epsilon and, National Peruvian Horse Association. He also served his country for over 6 years in the United States Air Force having been recognized with: the Air Force Longevity Service Ribbon, the Air Force Commendation Medal, the National Defense Service Medal, and the Air Force Good Conduct Medal. He is survived by his wife Denise A. Elliott; son: Jordan Elliott and wife Erin of Petal, MS; step-daughter: Kirsten and daughter Sophia; father L.P. Elliott, Jr. and step- mother Dee Ann Elliott; sisters: Julia Elliot of DeQueen, AR, Kerry (Elliott) Harrison and husband Kent and their son Grant of Hot Springs, AR, Donna (Elliott) Cameron and husband Wayne of Texarkana, AR; brother: Greg Elliott and partner Jerry Hooker of Little Rock, AR; nephew: David Harrison and wife Melody and their children, Will and Seth of North Little Rock, AR; niece: Jennifer Jones and husband Cory and her son Aidan of Texarkana, TX aunts: Jimmie Stinnett of DeQueen, AR, Joy Tutt of DeQueen, AR and Lieselotte Elliott of Bossier City, LA; uncles: R.B. Elliott of Bossier City, LA, Mr. and Mrs. Lloyd Elliott of Horatio, AR, and Mr. and Mrs. Donald Elliot of Big Bear City, CA; one grandchild and host of cousins and distant relatives. Pallbearers will be Dr. Jim Finley, Dr. Derek McClusky, Dr. C.W. (Bill) Tanner, Dr. Robert Harper, Dr. Richard Ballard, Dr. Randy McWhorter, Dr. John Brooks and Dr. David Osafo. Honorary Pallbearers will be Dr. Wayne Owens and the remainder of North Louisiana Medical Center and Green Clinic Surgical Hospital Staff. Visitation will be Saturday, April 26, 2008 from 5 P.M. until 7 P.M. at Kilpatrick Funeral Home in Ruston and Monday, April 28, 2008 from 10 A.M. until 12 Noon at Wilkerson Funeral Home in DeQueen, AR. The family would like to express special thanks to Dr. David Osafo and the Chemo Staff at Green Clinic and to the Agagpe Hospice Staff for their assistance during Roger's illness. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be sent to the Building Fund of Christ Community Church at 2301 N. Trenton - Ruston, LA 71270, the Cemetery Fund of Mt. Ida Cemetery, or the charity of donors' choice. On line condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneral homes.com Originally published April 26, 2008.

THEO ELDRIDGE, JR Gill First National Funeral Home, Winnsboro, LA Funeral services for Theo Eldridge, Jr., 55 of Crowville will be at 10:00 AM Monday, April 28, 2008 in Crockett Point Baptist Church in Crowville with Jason Herrington, Rev. Joe Senn and Terry Lightsey officiating. Interment will follow in Harris Cemetery in Crowville under the direction of Gill First National Funeral Home of Winnsboro. Visitation will be Sunday, from 3:00 P.M. until 8:00 P.M. at Crockett Point Baptist Church. He was born September 23, 1952 in Delhi and passed from this life Thursday, April 24, 2008 in St. Francis Medical Center in Monroe. Mr. Eldridge was a faithful member of Crockett Point Baptist Church. He was preceded in death by his father Theo Eldridge, Sr., step-father James "Smitty" Smith, and mother Bobbie Caldwell Eldridge Smith. He leaves behind his wife Karon Russell Eldridge of Crowville; four children Theo "Trey" Eldridge III of Novato, CA, Honny Eldridge of Mangham, Andy Eldridge and wife Donna of Rayville, and Jason Herrington and wife Melissa of Ft. Worth, TX; and four grandchildren Matthew Eldridge, Ema Gloor, Kemper Lively, and Cooper Eldridge. Mr. Eldridge is also survived by a brother Rudy Eldridge and wife DeLane of Winnsboro; three sisters Diane "Flossie" Chapman and husband Gary of Crowville, Ginger Eldridge Brewer of Ridgeton, MS, Lindy Steven and husband Sam of Crowville; numerous nieces and nephews and a host of friends. Pallbearers will be David Christman, John Flowers, Dennis Franklin Barron Gill, Richard Och, and Danny Warner. Bryant Fortenberry will serve as honorary pallbearer. Online condolences may be made at www.gillfirstnational.com Originally published April 26, 2008.

Theo Eldridge Jr., 55
CROWVILLE — Theo Eldridge Jr., a minister, died Thursday. Services are 10 a.m. Monday at Crockett Point Baptist Church, Crowville. Visitation is 3-8 p.m. today at the church. Burial will be in Harris Cemetery under the direction of Gill First National Funeral Home, Winnsboro.

Wilford B. Harper, 76
TRANSYLVANIA — Wilford B. Harper, a retired Enron truck driver, died Friday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Oak Grove.

James C. Henry, 65
ST. JOSEPH — James C. Henry died Saturday. Services are 10 a.m. Monday at Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home, Winnsboro. Visitation is 5-9 p.m. today at the funeral home.

Steven Lee Sasnett, 5
EPPS — Steven Lee Sasnett, son of Jeanie and William Sasnett, died Friday. Services are 10 a.m. Monday at Walnut Grove Baptist Church, Epps. Visitation is 4-8 p.m. today at the church. Burial will be in Midway Baptist Church Cemetery, Epps under the direction of Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Rayville.

Lonnie Wilford, 84
WISNER — Lonnie Wilford, a farmer, died Saturday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Richardson & Sims Funeral Home, Winnsboro.

PREVIOUSLYACKNOWLEDGED
Cowan, Ramond "Pa": 3 p.m. today, Concordia Parish Community Center, Ferriday.
Dickens, William: 3 p.m. Monday, Liberty Cemetery, Linville.
Robertson, Ed: 2 p.m. today, First Baptist Church, Ferriday.
Wallace, Roy W.: 11 a.m. Monday, Richardson Funeral Home, Winnsboro

April 27 , 2008 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

In Loving Memory Of Jody Anthony Young 3/23/1967 - 4/27-2003 We are still so sad you are gone. You are constantly on our minds. We smile when we see a picture of you. We laugh when a song reminds us of you. We cry when we realize we'll never see or talk to you again. As long as we live, your memory will remain alive as well. Loving and missing you more than ever, Taylor, Kayla, Mom, Dad, Brian, Tracy, Family and Friends Originally published April 27, 2008.

MR. GARY WEAVER Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Memorial service for Mr. Gary Weaver, 54, of West Monroe, LA, will be held at 2:00 PM Monday, April 28, 2008, in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe. Interment will follow in Twin Cities Memorial Gardens. Mr. Weaver passed away on April 24, 2008, in West Monroe. Gary loved the outdoors, fishing, hunting, and sports with his sons. He also enjoyed barbecuing with his friends and family. Gary was preceded in death by his mother, Sissy Weaver. Survivors include his three sons, Daniel Freeland and wife Angel; Jeremy Weaver and Jessica Riley, and Aaron Weaver; two brothers, Ronnie Weaver and wife Susie and Todd Weaver and his wife Lori; father, E. C. Weaver and his wife Beverly; step brother, Kim Cranford and wife Donna; three grandchildren, Haley Freeland, Kelsey Dickey, and Shelby Riley; nieces, Sara and Jenny Weaver, Amber Banks and husband Mark, Leah Tyler, Emma Weaver, and Kallie Cranford; and nephew, Kasey Cranford. Pallbearers will be Jerry McCready, Danny Joe McCready, Howard McCready, Mark Summerville, Gary Braddock, and Steve Thompson. Visitation will be from 11:00AM until service time at Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe. Online Registry/Condolences:www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Originally published April 27, 2008.

Theo Eldridge Jr., 55
CROWVILLE — Theo Eldridge Jr., a minister, died Thursday. Services are 10 a.m. Monday at Crockett Point Baptist Church, Crowville. Visitation is 3-8 p.m. today at the church. Burial will be in Harris Cemetery under the direction of Gill First National Funeral Home, Winnsboro.

Wilford B. Harper, 76
TRANSYLVANIA — Wilford B. Harper, a retired Enron truck driver, died Friday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Oak Grove.

James C. Henry, 65
ST. JOSEPH — James C. Henry died Saturday. Services are 10 a.m. Monday at Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home, Winnsboro. Visitation is 5-9 p.m. today at the funeral home.

Steven Lee Sasnett, 5
EPPS — Steven Lee Sasnett, son of Jeanie and William Sasnett, died Friday. Services are 10 a.m. Monday at Walnut Grove Baptist Church, Epps. Visitation is 4-8 p.m. today at the church. Burial will be in Midway Baptist Church Cemetery, Epps under the direction of Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Rayville.

Lonnie Wilford, 84
WISNER — Lonnie Wilford, a farmer, died Saturday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Richardson & Sims Funeral Home, Winnsboro.

PREVIOUSLYACKNOWLEDGED
Cowan, Ramond "Pa": 3 p.m. today, Concordia Parish Community Center, Ferriday.
Dickens, William: 3 p.m. Monday, Liberty Cemetery, Linville.
Robertson, Ed: 2 p.m. today, First Baptist Church, Ferriday.
Wallace, Roy W.: 11 a.m. Monday, Richardson Funeral Home, Winnsboro

April 28, 2008 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

HELEN MAUREEN BROWN "MAW-MAW BILL" OLIVEAUX Charlet Funeral Home Clinton, LA A loving wife, mother and grandmother, "Maw-Maw Bill" to many who knew her has gone on to be with her husband of 46 years. She died Saturday, April 26, 2008, at 5:35 AM at Grace Rehabilitation Hospital in Clinton. She was a native of Caldwell Parish, a longtime resident of Angola and had been a current resident of Grace Nursing Home in Clinton. An independent thiking woman, Bill enjoyed politics, loved flowers and gardening and was an excellent cook, a talent she passed on to her children. She was a proud mother of two daughters, loving neice and three sons and their spouses, Billie Jean and Errol Klein, of Clinton, Jo Anne and Jeff Ford and Anne James, all of Baton Rouge, James E. Jr. and Theresa Oliveaux of Columbia, Bobby F. and Diane Oliveaux, of St. Francisville and Richard and Joan Oliveaux, of Zachary. Survived by 10 grandchildren, Shondell Havard, Cody Eschar, Chad Klein, Jason Oliveaux, Moe Oliveaux, LeAnne Branton, Bobby Oliveaux, Sidney Babin and JoHelen Martinez; 15 great-grandchildren; two sisters and three brothers and their spouses, Maudine and Houston Douglas, of Monroe, Francis Daggett, of Rio Dell, Calif., Jim and Billie Brown, of Vale, Ore., Bubbie and Margaret Brown and Johnny and Estelle Brown, all of West Monroe. Also survived by two loving friends, Jimmy and Gloria Butler. Preceded in death by her husband, James "Boss Dick" Oliveaux; granddaughter, thinking Terrie L. Oliveaux; daughter-in-law, Sue Ivy Oliveaux; and sister Betty Jean James. Visiting at Charlet Funeral Home, Zachary, on Monday, April 28, from 5 to 9 PM visiting at Burroughs Pentecostal Church in Columbia on Tuesday from 11 AM until service at 1 PM. Pallbearers will be grandsons, Cody Escher, Chad Klein, Jason Oliveaux, Mo Oliveaux, Corey Oliveaux, Bobby Oliveaux, Sidney Babin and Eddie Woods. Honorary pallbearers are Jeff Ford, Errol Klein, Kenny Havard, Don Courts and Bud McNeal. Originally published April 28, 2008.BASTROP — Patricia Bell died Friday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Bastrop.

Brenda L. Black, 67
TALLULAH — Brenda L. Black, a caregiver, died Saturday. Graveside services are 2 p.m. today at Silver Cross Cemetery, Tallulah, under the direction of Crothers-Glenwood Funeral Home, Tallulah.

Pearlie Mae Booker, 83
RAYVILLE — Pearlie Mae Booker, a homemaker, died Thursday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville.

Ethel Skipper Carlton, 92
TRANSYLVANIA — Ethel Skipper Carlton, a homemaker, died Monday. Services are 2 p.m. Thursday at Cox Funeral Home, Lake Providence. Visitation is 9 a.m. — 9 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Lake Providence City Cemetery, Lake Providence.

Joyce Edgar Cummings, 68
CALHOUN — Joyce Edgar Cummings, a retired postal service worker, died Sunday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Gregory M. Foster, 37
RUSTON — Gregory M. Foster, a handyman, died Friday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Owens Memorial Chapel Funeral Home, Ruston.

Patsy Greer, 69
QUITMAN — Patsy Greer died Sunday. Services are 10 a.m. Wednesday at North Hodge Assembly of God Church, North Hodge. Visitation is 4-9 p.m. today at Edmonds Funeral Home, Jonesboro. Burial will be in Fellowship Cemetery, Quitman.

Agnes Mae Coleman Herron, 95
JONESVILLE — Agnes Mae Slover Coleman Herron, a homemaker, died Monday. Services are 2 p.m. Wednesday at Comer Funeral Home, Ferriday. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. today at the funeral home. Burial will be in Natchez City Cemetery, Natchez, Miss.

M.J. Johnson, 79
RAYVILLE — M.J. Johnson, a farmer, died Sunday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville.

Tunesha Kelley-Braswell, 42
FORT WORTH — Tunesha Kelley-Braswell, an accounting clerk, died Thursday. Services are 2:30 p.m. Saturday at Lake Providence Senior High School auditorium. Burial will be in Sweet Cannan Cemetery under the direction of Brannum Funeral Home, Lake Providence.

David Shane Poole, 38
OLLA — David Shane Poole, a fishery foreman, died Saturday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Riser Funeral Home, Olla. Visitation is 9 a.m. until service time at the funeral home. Burial will be in Harris Chapel Cemetery, Olla.

Cleola S. 'Ted' Pridgett, 81
RAYVILLE — Cleola S. "Ted' Pridgett, a homemaker, died Wednesday. Services are 1 p.m. Wednesday at Hammlet Temple C.M.E. Church, Rayville. Visitation is 6-7 p.m. today at Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville. Burial will be in Hall Cemetery, Alto.

James Edwin Pruitt, 54
RAYVILLE — James Edwin "Eddie" Pruitt, owner of Pruitt's Welding Service, died Sunday. Memorial services are 5 p.m. today at Cox Funeral Home, Delhi. Visitation is 3-5 p.m. today at the funeral home.

Nellie Whatley Walker, 90
JONESBORO — Nellie Whatley Walker, a teacher, died Monday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Edmonds Funeral Home, Jonesboro. Burial will be in Transport Cemetery, Jonesboro.

Dollie Sue Williams, 84
LAKE PROVIDENCE — Dollie Sue Williams, a homemaker, died Thursday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at Evergreen Baptist Church, Lake Providence. Burial will be in the church cemetery under the direction of Brannum Funeral Home, Lake Providence.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED
Day, Geneva E.: 10:30 a.m. Thursday, Causey Cemetery, Bastrop.
King, Janell: 3 p.m. Wednesday, South Central Baptist Church, Wisner.
Wooden, Jeffrey Kinnaird: 2 p.m. today, First Baptist Church, Rayville

April 29, 2008 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

AMANDA "NELL" REDDEN ODOM Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mrs. Nell Odom, 78, of West Monroe, will be held at 2:00 PM, Thursday, May 1, 2008 at First Baptist Church of West Monroe. Rev. Mark Fenn and Dr. John Avant will officiate. Interment will follow in Hasley Cemetery West Monroe, LA under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Mrs. Odom was born September 16, 1929 in Pine Bluff, Arkansas, and passed away April 27, 2008 in West Monroe after a courageous battle with cancer. A graduate of Arkansas State Teacher's College, she taught home economics in Arkansas and was the Food Service Supervisor for Ouachita Parish School. Mrs. Odom was a long-time member of the First Baptist Church of West Monroe where she was active in a variety of mission works. She touched the lives of many with her big smile, her superb cooking, and most importantly, her fervent prayers for others. In addition, she was an ardent supporter of the Friends of Black Bayou. She was preceded in death by her husband, Donald D. Odom in 1991, and her parents, T.A. (Tom) and Ivabelle Redden. She is survived by her daughters and their husbands, Deb (Deborah) O. Hoover and husband, Jack of Monroe, LA, Jackie O. Smith and husband Dan, of Denham Springs, LA and Sally (Sara) O. Martin and husband David of Orlando, FL; grandsons, Austin and wife Ashley Smith, Travis Smith; granddaughter Kelly Hoover Beard, two great grandchildren, John Lewis and Cassandra Beard, brothers, Tom Redden and wife Betty, John Yates Redden and wife Lougene; sister, Ann Ivareese Adair; sister-in-law, Erma Lee Winningham and brother-in-law, George Odom and wife Sandra; and 2 special friends, Julene Aldridge and Vivian Muckleroy. Pallbearers are Michael Williams, Ken Taylor, Kenneth Handel Taylor, Ed Regan, Ron Vinings and Bob Eisenstadt. Visitation will be held Wednesday evening from 4:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M. at Kilpatrick Funeral Home of West Monroe and on Thursday from 1:00 P.M. until service time at First Baptist Church of West Monroe. The family specifically requests that persons coming to visitation or the service NOT WEAR PERFUME OR AFTER SHAVE DUE TO FAMILY ALLERGIES. Nell's heart was for people to know her Savior - and in view of this, the family requests that instead of floral tributes, memorial contributions be made to missions work, other Christian organizations spreading the Gospel around the world or the "Friends of Black Bayou." Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneral homes.com Originally published April 29, 2008.

CHARLES LEE WILLIS Wilkirson-Hatch-Bailey Waco, TX Charles Lee Willis of West Monroe, LA passed away Saturday, April 26, 2008 at his residence. Services will be at 9:30 a.m. Wednesday, April 30, at Western Heights Baptist Church with Rev. Curtis Holland officiating. Burial will follow at Oakwood Cemetery. Visitation will be from 6-8 p.m. Tuesday, April 29, at Wilkirson-Hatch-Bailey Chapel. Charles was born February 23, 1949 in Waco, to Everett and Mary Willis. He graduated from Richfield High School in 1967 and the University of Texas at Arlington with two undergraduate degrees. He was presently a member of McClendon Baptist Church in West Monroe. He was formerly married to Linda Cook Stewart, who is the mother of Eileen and Geoffrey. He is survived by wife of 21 years, Ronda Kay Willis; his parents; daughter, Eileen Mason and husband Montre; sons, Geoffrey Willis; Randy South and wife, Lori; and Michael South; sisters, Pam House and husband, Rodney; Denise Riley and husband, J.C.; Leslie Oden and fiancee, Warner McBride; brothers-in-law, Terry Gillenwaters and wife, Deola; Roger Tune and wife, Pat; Ray Tune; Martin Tune; and Doug Tune; Sister-in-law, Ann Jolly. He was blessed with 3 granddaughters, 4 grandsons and 4 handsome nephews. Pallbearers are Tom Peterson, John Frazier, Glynn Lightsey, Charlie Ramsey, Mike Tawater and Don Alanis. Honorary pallbearers are Raymond Redding, J.C. Riley, Rusty Garrett and Rodney House. Memorials may be made to Hospice Care of Louisiana, 2213 Justice St, Monroe, La 71201-3619; American Cancer Society; McClendon Baptist Church, 206 Downing Pine Road , West Monroe , La 71292. The family invites you to leave a message or memory in our "Memorial Guestbook" at www.wilkirsonhatchbailey.com. Wilkirson-Hatch-Bailey

ELLA MAE TAYLOR Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral Services for Mrs. Ella Mae Taylor, 96, of West Monroe, LA will be held at 2:00 P.M. Wednesday, April 30, 2008 in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA with Rev. Mark Fenn officiating. Interment will be in the Wilhite Cemetery near Point, LA. Mrs. Taylor was born on September 14, 1911 and passed away at the Landmark Nursing Home on April 27, 2008. She was a Bible Scholar and taught Sunday School for many years. Mrs. Taylor is preceded in death by her husband, James E. Taylor of Point, LA; her parents, and her ten siblings. She is survived by numerous nieces and nephews. Pallbearers will be Dan Walker, Louis Auttonberry, Taylor Gray Roberson, Johnny Guice, C.P. George Jr. and George Abbott. Visitation will be from 5:00 P.M. until 7:00 P.M. Tuesday at Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe. Memorials may be made to the First Baptist Church Global Impact Mission Fund, Providence Baptist Church or to the Fair Park Baptist Church.

FRED HENRY Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road, Monroe, LA A memorial service for Mr. Fred Henry, 74, of Sterlington, LA, will be held at 7:30 P.M. Tuesday, April 29, 2008 at his residence with Rev. Mike Reed officiating. Funeral services will be Friday in North Little Rock, AR with Rev. Blake Paul officiating under the direction of Roller Owens Funeral Home in North Little Rock, AR. Interment will be in Edgewood Memorial Park Cemetery in North Little Rock, AR. Mr. Henry passed away Sunday, April 27, 2008, at St. Francis North Hospital. He was preceded in death by his parents, Burt Dallas and Jo Eddie Henry; and brother, Bert Dallas Henry, Jr. Survivors include his children, Sharon Rose Henry of New London, CT, Dallas Paul Henry and wife Jennifer Clark Henry of Mabelvale, AR, Paula Kay Henry of Corinth, TX, and Francis Ann Henry of Monroe; sisters, Dean Brake, Dalene Carpenter of Vallejo, CA, and Peggy McElrath of North Little Rock, AR; brothers, Carroll Otis Henry of North Little Rock, AR, David Elijah Henry of Sherwood, AR; seven grandchildren, one great grandson, and numerous nieces and nephews. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneral home.com

GEORGE EDWARD CLINGEN, SR. Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road, Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mr. George Edward Clingen, Sr., 79, of Monroe, will be held at 2:00 PM Wednesday, April 30, 2008, in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe, with Rev. Todd Wooden and Dr. Vick Carter officiating. Interment will be in Memorial Park Cemetery in Bastrop, LA. Mr. Clingen passed away Monday, April 28, 2008, at Morehouse General Hospital. He was a member of Eastside Baptist Church, and owner of Clingen Construction Co. He enjoyed bowling. Mr. Clingen was preceded in death by his parents, Maze Ivy Clingen and Anna Bell Freeland; and brother, James Clingen. Survivors include his wife, Martha Braswell Clingen; four sons, Kerry D. Clingen and wife Melinda of West Monroe, Jerry D. Clingen and wife Cassi of Bastrop, George T. Clingen and wife Becky of Pasadena, TX, and George E. (Eddie) Clingen, II of Bastrop; three daughters, Diane Hodges and husband David of Bastrop, Theresa Kay Kendall and husband Al of Channelview, TX, and Patricia Monroe and husband David of Houston, TX; two sisters, Rachel Byson and Ella Griffin; one brother, Lemmie Clingen; twenty-one grandchildren, thirteen great grandchildren, one great-great grandchild, and many nieces and nephews. Visitation will be Tuesday from 5:00 P.M. until 8:00 P.M .at the funeral home. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneral home.com Originally published April 29, 2008.

J. GORDON MITCHELL, JR. MULHEARN FUNERAL HOME WEST MONROE, LA Funeral services for J. Gordon Mitchell, Jr. will be held at 11:00 A.M. April 30, 2008 at the First Baptist Church in West Monroe with Rev. Mark Fenn officiating. Burial will follow in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery in Monroe. Gordon passed away peacefully at his home on Sunday, April 27, 2008. J. Gordon Mitchell, Jr., son of Jera Warner and J. Gordon Mitchell, Sr., was born July 2, 1926, in Grayson, LA., he was raised in Wisner, LA., where he attended grammar school and later graduated from Wisner High School in 1943. Upon graduation, Gordon enrolled at Northeast Junior College. Shortly thereafter, he was drafted into the U. S. Army where he proudly served his country during World War II as a paratrooper in the 11th Airborne Division. His service was based in the Philippines and after the war he remained in Japan as part of the Occupation Army. Returning home in 1946, Gordon enrolled at Louisiana Polytechnic Institute and graduated with a B. A. in Economics in 1949. While attending LA Tech and becoming active in the Baptist Student Union, he met the love of his life, Colleen Kennedy. They married in December 1951, and made their home in Baton Rouge while Gordon attended graduate school at Louisiana State University, and he began his banking career with Louisiana National Bank. Upon completion of his studies at the School of Banking of the South, Gordon returned to Wisner to become branch manager of The Franklin State Bank. While working at FSB, he was also a visiting lecturer of economics at both Northeast Louisiana State College in Monroe, and the University of Southern Mississippi in Natchez. During these early years, Gordon and Colleen started their young family and centered their lives on the activities of the small community, particularly First Baptist Church. It was there that many lifelong friendships were formed that will always be treasured. In 1965, Gordon joined Ouachita National Bank as Vice President and remained there until his retirement in 1988. During those years in banking, he served in many capacities and was most instrumental in Marketing and Business Development of Ouachita Parish. Gordon's vision for community growth in the West Monroe area was partially realized with the opening of the ONB Glenwood Branch. As branch manager, he established the "Go West" theme, which played a small part in what West Monroe has become today. He can best be remembered as knowing something about almost everyone in the area. Gordon was active in many professional and civic organizations throughout his lifetime. In particular, he served as president of the West Monroe Chamber of Commerce and West Monroe Lion's Club. He was an active sponsor of the Dixie Youth Baseball Program serving as director and treasurer for many years. Being an avid reader, Gordon was a loyal patron of the Ouachita Parish Public Library. He was a lifelong Grand Mason, and he was a committed supporter of the American Red Cross, the Silver Waters Girl Scout Council, and the Louisiana Forestry Association. He was a long time member of First Baptist Church West Monroe, where he served as a deacon and was later named deacon emeritus. He founded and taught the first "couples" Sunday school class at FBC for many years, and was currently a member of the Rob Roberson Life Group. Upon retirement, Gordon was happiest spending time at his family farm in Grayson, LA. He especially looked forward to gatherings there amongst family and friends. His love for "The Farm" will provide a legacy for all to cherish. Gordon was also a loyal follower of the Lady Techster basketball program since its beginning and has remained a season ticket holder for over 25 years. Above all, Gordon (Pappy) adored spending time with his grandchildren and always made each of them feel special. He will forever be remembered for his wonderful laughter and his great sense of humor. Gordon was a wonderful Christian man and an example to all of the many lives that he touched. His love of life and commitment to family will be dearly missed. Gordon was preceded in death by his wife Colleen Kennedy Mitchell; and parents, Jera and J. Gordon Mitchell, Sr. He is survived by his children: son, Jay Mitchell and wife Sandra, West Monroe; daughter, Tina Smith and husband Jeff, West Monroe; son, Don Mitchell and wife Gina, Plano, TX; beloved sister, Carolyn Malone, Seminole, FL; sister-in-law and brother-in-law, Jimmie and Bill Fowler, Ruston, La.; and grandchildren, Anne Marie and Addison Smith, West Monroe; Meredith and James Mitchell, Plano, TX, and Kasey Stansell, Monroe. He is also survived by special nieces and nephews: Carol Dimura, Sharon Spataro, Marilyn Dale, Eric Malone, and Jim Fowler. The family wishes to thank special caregiver Loretta Mattox for her love and care of their father, the Amedisys Home Health, Hospice Care of Louisiana, Dr. Don Hammett, Dr. Coy Gammage, and Dr. Clyde Elliot. Serving as pallbearers will be Walter Lacey, Art Knop, Joe Daniel, Dolph Ferrington, Charles Bedgood, Charles Welch, Jim Jones, and Lloyd Ray. Visitation will be from 5:00 P.M. until 8:00 P.M. Tuesday April 29, 2008 at Mulhearn Funeral Home in West Monroe. Memorial contributions may be made to the First Baptist Church of Wisner Building Fund or the charity of your choice. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneral home.com Originally published April 29, 2008.

JEFFREY KINNAIRD WOODEN Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Rayville, LA Funeral services for Jeffrey Kinnaird Wooden, 35, of Delhi, LA will be conducted at the First Baptist Church in Rayville, Louisiana on Tuesday, April 29th at 2:00 P.M. Rev. Paul Lipe will conduct the services assisted by Dr. Ernest Winburn. Interment will be at the Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery in Monroe, La, under the direction of Brown-Holley Funeral Home of Rayville, LA. Jeffrey was preceded in death by his father, Harold Wooden, grandmother, Irene Wooden and grand father, Julian Kinnaird. Also preceding him in death were members of Niki's family, grandparents, Clovis Prisock, John E. Dupree, Sr. and Elizabeth Dupree Edwards. Jeffrey will be lovingly missed by his loving wife, Christene Nicole "Niki" Wooden, daughter, Brooke Ainslee Wooden, age 5, and twins, Mason Harold Wooden and Avery Ruth Wooden, age 2, of Delhi, LA. He is also survived by his mother, Reatagae Kinnaird Wooden of Rayville; a brother, Hal Wooden and his wife, Sheri and sons, Evan and Jonathan of Seal Beach, California. Surviving grandparents are Ward Wooden of Monroe and Mildred Kinnaird of Bastrop. Jeffrey is also survived by many aunts, uncles, and cousins. Jeffrey was a pilot employed by Cameron Communications in Lake Charles, LA where he was a captain and flew a Hawker jet. He was a member of the Sale Street Baptist Church in Lake Charles and after moving to Delhi attended Delhi Presbyterian Church. Jeffrey's life was devoted to family and friends. Flying was his passion, his first love was his wife and children and playing with the children. He was a graduate of Riverfield Academy and ULM with a degree in aviation. He loved hunting, all sports, and especially the LSU Tigers. Pallbearers are Dan Branch, John Lowery, Casey Waller, Drew Vidrine, Erik Redd, Charles Vinson, John Mulhearn, and Rodney Harrell. Honorary pallbearers: Donnie Foster, Dennis Mitchell, Daryl Dalton, Russell Griffith, Brennan Mac, Todd Vowell, Bruce McEacharn, Bruce Granger, Chris Jones, David Branch Heath Herring, Trey Welch, and Jim Pepper. Memorials may be directed to First Baptist Church, Rayville, LA., Delhi Presbyterian Church, Delhi, LA, or M. D. Anderson Hospital in Houston, TX. To leave condolences for the family go online to www.brownholleyfuneral homes.com Originally published April 29, 2008.

JULIA KING LAGRONE Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral services for Julia King LaGrone, 58 of Downsville, LA will be held at 10:00 A.M., Wednesday, April 30, 2008 at Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Rev. Greg Clark and Rev. T.D. Boyd will be officiating. Interment will follow in Holly Ridge Bethel Baptist Church Cemetery under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Mrs. LaGrone was born January 4, 1950 in Holly Ridge, LA. and passed away April 27, 2008 in Monroe, LA. She was a member of Providence Baptist Church. Her parents, Edmon King Sr. and Irene White King preceded her in death. Survivors are husband of 37 years, Lamar LaGrone of Downsville, LA; children; William LaGrone and wife Bonnie of Truxno, LA, Danielle LaGrone Smith and husband Bradley of Marion, LA, Amanda LaGrone of Downsville, LA; brothers, Edmon King Jr. and wife Brenda of Pensacola, FL., Donnie King of Downsville, LA.; sister, Nancy Foster and husband Wilford of Jonesboro, LA; grandchildren; Josh LaGrone, Tyler LaGrone, Dylan Cranford, Gracie LaGrone, Dillon Smith and Katelyn Smith. Honorary pallbearers will be grandsons. Visitation will be Tuesday from 5:00 PM until 9:00 PM at Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneral homes.com Originally published April 29, 2008.

LIONEL PARSONS Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Memorial services for Mr. Lionel Parsons, 77, of West Monroe, LA will be held at Landmark Nursing Home West Monroe, LA on Wednesday, April 30, 2008 at 2:00 PM. Rev. Joel Brackett will be officiating under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Mr. Parsons was born September 30, 1930 and passed away April 27, 2008 in West Monroe, LA. A member of First Baptist Church of West Monroe, Mr. Parsons was a retired truck driver. He was preceded in death by a daughter, sister and a brother. He is survived by his 4 daughters; Sherry Gooden and husband Wayne, Zenita Tate and husband Terry Holdsworth, Kimberly Nichols and husband Ricky and Amy Franklin; 2 step-daughters; Beverly Ellis and Dewanna Mason; mother of his children; Mary Parsons; 9 grandchildren; 5 step-grandchildren; and 2 step great grandchildren. Visitation will be held Tuesday at Luna Assembly of God Church from 6:00 PM until 8:00 PM. Online condolences may be sent to www.kilpatrickfuneral homes.com Originally published April 29, 2008.

NELLIE WHATLEY WALKER Edmonds Funeral Home Jonesboro, LA Funeral services for Nellie Whatley Walker of Jonesboro will be held on Tuesday, April 29, 2008, at Edmonds Funeral Home Chapel in Jonesboro at 2:00 P.M. Officiating will be Bro. Malcolm Self and Bro. Charles Wesley. Interment will follow in the Transport Cemetery in Jonesboro. Mrs. Walker was born on September 28, 1917 in Vivian, LA., and passed away Monday, April 28, 2008 in Ruston, LA. She was 90. Survivors include: One Daughter, Beth Culpepper and husband Bobby of Jonesboro, LA., One Son, James Franklin Walker and wife Wynell of Lucky, LA., One Brother, Luther B. Whatley of South Pasadena, CA., Two Grandchildren, Todd Culpepper and wife Laura and Theresa Carroll and husband Clay, Five Great-Grandchildren. Pallbearers will include, Todd Culpepper, Clay Carroll, Jeff Carroll, Alan Tew, Bill Wyatt and Don Whatley. Originally published April 29, 2008.

RUTH P. ESTES Kilpatrick Funeral Home Ruston, LA Funeral services for Mrs. Ruth P. Estes, age 84, of Ruston, LA will be held on Tuesday, April 29, 2008 at 10:00 A.M. at the Grace United Methodist Church in Ruston. Officiating will be Dr. Wayne Evans with a graveside service to follow at 2:00 P.M. at Myrtle Memorial Cemetery in Winnsboro, LA under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home in Ruston. Mrs. Estes was born in Rayville, La. on April 17, 1924 to the union of Fred and Augusta Pott. She passed away in Ruston, La. on April 27, 2008 after a brief illness. She was a long time member Grace United Methodist Church where she delighted in the Quilters and Friendship Club. Her hobbies included cooking, sewing and arts and crafts. She was preceded in death by her husband, Joel H. Estes of Ruston. She is survived by sons Joel H. Estes, Jr. of Lewisville, Tx. and Edmund Anderson Estes and wife Dorothy G. Estes also of Lewisville, Tx. She is also survived by sisters Alice M. "Dacky" Tucker of Winnsboro, La. and Helen "Jiggs" McDuff of Jackson, Ms. Visitation will be held on Monday, April 28, 2008 from 5:00 P.M. until 7:00 P.M. at the Christian Life Center at Grace United Methodist Church. Planned memorials may be made to the American Lung Association or to Grace United Methodist Church. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneral homes.com

Patricia Bell, 36
BASTROP — Patricia Bell died Friday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Bastrop.

Brenda L. Black, 67
TALLULAH — Brenda L. Black, a caregiver, died Saturday. Graveside services are 2 p.m. today at Silver Cross Cemetery, Tallulah, under the direction of Crothers-Glenwood Funeral Home, Tallulah.

Pearlie Mae Booker, 83
RAYVILLE — Pearlie Mae Booker, a homemaker, died Thursday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville.

Ethel Skipper Carlton, 92
TRANSYLVANIA — Ethel Skipper Carlton, a homemaker, died Monday. Services are 2 p.m. Thursday at Cox Funeral Home, Lake Providence. Visitation is 9 a.m. — 9 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Lake Providence City Cemetery, Lake Providence.

Joyce Edgar Cummings, 68
CALHOUN — Joyce Edgar Cummings, a retired postal service worker, died Sunday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Gregory M. Foster, 37
RUSTON — Gregory M. Foster, a handyman, died Friday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Owens Memorial Chapel Funeral Home, Ruston.

Patsy Greer, 69
QUITMAN — Patsy Greer died Sunday. Services are 10 a.m. Wednesday at North Hodge Assembly of God Church, North Hodge. Visitation is 4-9 p.m. today at Edmonds Funeral Home, Jonesboro. Burial will be in Fellowship Cemetery, Quitman.

Agnes Mae Coleman Herron, 95
JONESVILLE — Agnes Mae Slover Coleman Herron, a homemaker, died Monday. Services are 2 p.m. Wednesday at Comer Funeral Home, Ferriday. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. today at the funeral home. Burial will be in Natchez City Cemetery, Natchez, Miss.

M.J. Johnson, 79
RAYVILLE — M.J. Johnson, a farmer, died Sunday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville.

Tunesha Kelley-Braswell, 42
FORT WORTH — Tunesha Kelley-Braswell, an accounting clerk, died Thursday. Services are 2:30 p.m. Saturday at Lake Providence Senior High School auditorium. Burial will be in Sweet Cannan Cemetery under the direction of Brannum Funeral Home, Lake Providence.

David Shane Poole, 38
OLLA — David Shane Poole, a fishery foreman, died Saturday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Riser Funeral Home, Olla. Visitation is 9 a.m. until service time at the funeral home. Burial will be in Harris Chapel Cemetery, Olla.

Cleola S. 'Ted' Pridgett, 81
RAYVILLE — Cleola S. "Ted' Pridgett, a homemaker, died Wednesday. Services are 1 p.m. Wednesday at Hammlet Temple C.M.E. Church, Rayville. Visitation is 6-7 p.m. today at Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville. Burial will be in Hall Cemetery, Alto.

James Edwin Pruitt, 54
RAYVILLE — James Edwin "Eddie" Pruitt, owner of Pruitt's Welding Service, died Sunday. Memorial services are 5 p.m. today at Cox Funeral Home, Delhi. Visitation is 3-5 p.m. today at the funeral home.

Nellie Whatley Walker, 90
JONESBORO — Nellie Whatley Walker, a teacher, died Monday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Edmonds Funeral Home, Jonesboro. Burial will be in Transport Cemetery, Jonesboro.

Dollie Sue Williams, 84
LAKE PROVIDENCE — Dollie Sue Williams, a homemaker, died Thursday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at Evergreen Baptist Church, Lake Providence. Burial will be in the church cemetery under the direction of Brannum Funeral Home, Lake Providence.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED
Day, Geneva E.: 10:30 a.m. Thursday, Causey Cemetery, Bastrop.
King, Janell: 3 p.m. Wednesday, South Central Baptist Church, Wisner.
Wooden, Jeffrey Kinnaird: 2 p.m. today, First Baptist Church, Rayville

April 30, 2008 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

"NELL" REDDEN ODOM Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mrs. Nell Odom, 78, of West Monroe, will be held at 2:00 PM, Thursday, May 1, 2008 at First Baptist Church of West Monroe. Rev. Mark Fenn and Dr. John Avant will officiate. Interment will follow in Hasley Cemetery West Monroe, LA under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Mrs. Odom was born September 16, 1929 in Pine Bluff, Arkansas, and passed away April 27, 2008 in West Monroe after a courageous battle with cancer. A graduate of Arkansas State Teacher's College, she taught home economics in Arkansas and was the Food Service Supervisor for Ouachita Parish School. Mrs. Odom was a long-time member of the First Baptist Church of West Monroe where she was active in a variety of mission works. She touched the lives of many with her big smile, her superb cooking, and most importantly, her fervent prayers for others. In addition, she was an ardent supporter of the Friends of Black Bayou. She was preceded in death by her husband, Donald D. Odom in 1991, and her parents, T.A. (Tom) and Ivabelle Redden. She is survived by her daughters and their husbands, Deb (Deborah) O. Hoover and husband, Jack of Monroe, LA, Jackie O. Smith and husband Dan, of Denham Springs, LA and Sally (Sara) O. Martin and husband David of Orlando, FL; grandsons, Austin and wife Ashley Smith, Travis Smith; granddaughter Kelly Hoover Beard, two great grandchildren, John Lewis and Cassandra Beard, brothers, Tom Redden and wife Betty, John Yates Redden and wife Lougene; sister, Ann Ivareese Adair; sister-in-law, Erma Lee Winningham and brother-in-law, George Odom and wife Sandra; and 2 special friends, Julene Aldridge and Vivian Muckleroy. Pallbearers are Michael Williams, Ken Taylor, Kenneth Handel Taylor, Ed Regan, Ron Vinings and Bob Eisenstadt. Visitation will be held Wednesday evening from 4:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M. at Kilpatrick Funeral Home of West Monroe and on Thursday from 1:00 P.M. until service time at First Baptist Church of West Monroe. The family specifically requests that persons coming to visitation or the service NOT WEAR PERFUME OR AFTER SHAVE DUE TO FAMILY ALLERGIES. Nell's heart was for people to know her Savior - and in view of this, the family requests that instead of floral tributes, memorial contributions be made to missions work, other Christian organizations spreading the Gospel around the world or the "Friends of Black Bayou." Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneral homes.com Originally published April 30, 2008.

GARY H. PETTWAY Baldwin Lee Funeral Home Pearl, MS Gary H. Pettway, 62, formerly of Monroe, died Monday, April 28, 2008 at University Medical Center, Jackson, MS. Visitation is 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM Thursday at Baldwin-Lee Funeral Home in Pearl, MS. Funeral services are 10:00 AM Friday, May 2, 2008 in the funeral home chapel. Mr. Pettway retired from the U.S. Department of Agriculture in January, 2008 after 30 years of service. He was an avid horseman and cattleman and a very loving husband and father. Survivors include his wife of nineteen years, Beth Pettway of Morton, MS; mother Alice "Boots" Pettway of Cleveland, MS; sons Justin Pettway and wife Jackie of Pelahatchie, MS and Walt Harris of Jacksonville, FL; daughter Holly Pettway and husband Ron Hendershot of Orlando, FL; brother Keith Pettway of Cleveland, MS; grandchildren Darby Ann Harris and Carly Jo Harris both of Jacksonville, FL; nephews Dean Pettway of Cleveland, MS and David Pettway of Virginia; and his faithful canine companion, Minnie. Originally published April 30, 2008.

MR. JOYCE EDGAR CUMMINGS Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mr. Joyce Edgar Cummings, 68, of Calhoun, LA will be held at 10:00 AM, Thursday, May 1, 2008 at New Chapel Baptist Church West Monroe, LA Rev. Charles Dupree will be officiating. Interment will follow at New Chapel Hill Cemetery West Monroe, LA under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Mr. Cummings was born February 18, 1940 in Darnell, LA and passed away April 27, 2008 in Houston, TX. He was a member of New Chapel Hill Baptist Church . He also served in the United States Navy for 4 years. Mr. Cummings was preceded in death by his parents, Joys and Virgie Cummings. He is survived by his wife of 48 years, Martha Cummings; daughter, Susan Hamblin and husband Matt, son, Rodney Cummings and wife Rilea of Nacogdoches, TX; brothers, Clinton Cummings and wife Julia, James Cummings; grandchildren; Jason Hamblin, Dana Caskey and Bryce Cummings; 5 great-grandchildren. Pallbearers will be Tim Murphy, Farce Ray Antley, Jimbo Holman, Tommy Oglesbee, Johnny Jackson and Sam Nolan. Honorary pallbearers will be Fellow Postal Service employees, members of New Chapel Hill Adult Three Sunday School Department. Visitation will be held Wednesday, April 30, 2008 from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM at Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Memorials may be made to New Chapel Hill Cemetery Fund preferred. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneral homes.com Originally published April 30, 2008.

VERA WEEMS PURDY RUSSELL Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral Services for Mrs. Vera Weems Purdy Russell, 96, of West Monroe, LA will be held at 11:00 A.M. Thursday, May 1, 2008 in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA with Rev. Jeff Ables and Rev. Dan McClure officiating. Interment will be in the Carlton Cemetery in Calhoun, LA. Mrs. Russell was born on March 28, 1912 and passed away at the Landmark Nursing Home on April 28, 2008. She loved spending time with her family and also enjoyed fishing and gardening. Mrs. Russell is preceded in death by her first husband, James Vestal Purdy; by her second husband, John Walker Russell and by her son, James Vestal Purdy Jr. Survivors include her daughters, Teresa Purdy Bush and Dorothy Purdy Dupree; step-children, Bobby Russell, Elaine Ables, Loraine Otwell, Grace Barnes, Gladies Spurlock and Herece McMullen; numerous grandchildren and great grandchildren; and sister, Marie Weems Medak. Pallbearers will be Andy Bush, Brian Simmons, Phil Ables, Vestal Purdy, Eddie Farr, Lance Otwell, Jonathan Wilder and John Wilder. Visitation will be from 5:00 P.M. until 8:00 P.M. Wednesday at Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society or to the Calhoun Assembly of God Church in Mrs. Russell's Honor. The Family would like to give a special thank you to Mrs. Russell's granddaughters, Amy Simmons and Brenda Turner, to her step-daughter, Elaine Ables, Hospice Family Alliance and the Aides and Nurses at the Landmark Nursing Home. Online Registry/condolences www.mulhearnfuneral home.com Originally published April 30, 2008.

Merle Alexander Adams, 95
Merle Alexander Adams of Monroe, a homemaker, died Wednesday. Graveside services are 10 a.m. today at Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery, Monroe under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe.

Charles Ivy Beard, 43
JONESVILLE — Charles Ivy Beard died Wednesday. Services are 2 p.m. Sunday at Young's Funeral Home, Jonesville. Visitation is 5-9 p.m. today at the funeral home. Burial will be in Scott Cemetery, Monterey.

Gilbert Conway, 83
RAYVILLE — Gilbert Conway, a farmer, died Tuesday. Services are 2 p.m. Sunday at New Light Baptist Church, Bastrop. Visitation is 6-7 p.m. today at Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville. Burial will be in Jerusalem Cemetery, Mer Rouge.

Michael Coody, 35
CAMPTI — Michael Coody died Friday. Visitation is 4-9 p.m. today at Edmonds Funeral Home, Jonesboro. A memorial service will be held at a later date.

Edna Ruth Cook Reynolds, 82
MER ROUGE — Edna Ruth Cook Reynolds, a homemaker, died Thursday. Graveside services are 3 p.m. today at Memorial Park Cemetery, Tallulah under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe.

Pam Hollis Roye, 49
DOWNSVILLE — Pam Hollis Roye, a nurse, died Thursday. Services are 2 p.m. Monday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Visitation is 5-7 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Roselawn Memorial Gardens Cemetery, Calhoun.

Bettie Ferguson Taylor, 92
GRAYSON — Bettie Ferguson Taylor, a sales clerk and seamstress, died Friday. Services are 10 a.m. Monday at Riser Funeral Home, Columbia. Visitation is 4-8 p.m. Sunday at Riser Funeral Home, Columbia. Burial will be in Welcome Home Cemetery, Grayson.

Kenneth Ward, 49
RAYVILLE — Kenneth Ward, a farmer, died Friday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED:
Booker, Pearlie Mae: 2 p.m. today, Holly Ridge Baptist Church, Dehlco.
Burks, Eva Mae: 2 p.m. today, King's Funeral Home, Ruston.
Carter, Agnes: 11 a.m. today, St. Mark Baptist Church, Clayton.
Crouch, Vera Tiffee: 10 a.m. today, Eva Church of God, Eva.
Elliott, Elnora: 11 a.m. today, Lone Wa Worship Center, Monroe.
Hall, Ronnie E.: 2 p.m. today, Clear Branch Baptist Church Cemetery, Wesson, Miss.
Henderson, Jewel: 11 a.m. today, Richwood Memorial Gardens.
Hicks, Ozell: 2 p.m. today, Smith Funeral Home, Monroe.
Hollis, Carl: 2 p.m. today, Jerusalem Baptist Church, Bastrop.
Holmes, Norma Dean: 10 a.m. today, Apostolic Faith Chapel, Gilbert.
Johnson, M.J.: 1 p.m. today, Holly Grove Baptist Church, Archibald.
Kelly-Braswell, Tunesha: 2:30 p.m. today, Lake Providence Senior High School Auditorium.
Major, Helen A.: 11 a.m. Monday, True Vine Baptist Church, Monroe.
Robinson Jr., George: 1 p.m. today, First Kingdom Missionary Baptist Church, Tallulah.
Wilford, Lonnie: 1 p.m. today, Holly Grove Baptist Church, Wisner.
Williams, Dollie Sue: 1 p.m. today, Evergreen Baptist Church, Lake Providence