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December - 2009 - Obituaries from The News-Star

December 1, 2009 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

BOBBY DEAN COLVIN Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, La. Funeral Services for Mr. Bobby Dean Colvin, 78, of West Monroe, LA will be 1:00 P.M. Wednesday, December 2, 2009 at Feazel Chapel of First Baptist Church West Monroe with Rev. Mark Fenn officiating. Interment to follow at Unionville Cemetery, Lincoln Parish, LA. Mr. Colvin was born February 11, 1931 in Vienna, LA and passed away on November 29, 2009 in West Monroe, LA. He served in the United States Air Force in Europe during the Korean War. Mr. Colvin was the first chimney sweep in Northeast Louisiana. He was a follower of Christ and served as a deacon. He was a member of the New Directions Life Group at First Baptist Church West Monroe. He was a home mission service corps volunteer for the Southern Baptist Convention. He is survived by his wife of 58 years, Winnie Carter Colvin; children, Libby Colvin, Becky Colvin, Boyd Colvin and his wife, Linda; siblings, Billie Jean Deselle, Garland Colvin, and Louise Pearson; and numerous nieces and nephews. Visitation will be from 5:00 P.M. until 7:00 P.M. Tuesday, December 1, 2009 at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the First Baptist Church West Monroe's "Mission Fund" or your local churches mission fund. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com

HETTIE LEE THOMPSON DAMPIER Mulhearn Funeral Home Winnsboro, LA Services for Mrs. Hettie Lee Thompson Dampier, age 85 of Wisner, LA will be at 10:00 A.M. Wednesday, December 2, 2009 at First Baptist Church in Wisner, LA with Rev. Thomas Peoples officiating. Burial will follow in Oakley Cemetery near Gilbert, LA under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home of Winnsboro. Mrs. Dampier was a life-long member ( 60+ years ) of the First Baptist Church in Wisner, LA, a Sunday School Teacher and loved to take care of her children and grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband Cecil Dampier and by one sister and four brothers. Survivors include: Children: Phillip Dampier and wife Martha, Jerry Dampier and wife JoAnn, Lulu Johnson and husband Russell, Donnie Dampier and wife Judy. Grandchildren: Carol Hunter, Kim Chelette, Donna Jones, Glen Dampier, Katie Chabert, Mack Dampier, and Max Johnson. 7 Great Grandchildren and 2 Great Great Grandchildren. Pallbearers are: Glen Dampier, Mack Dampier, Max Johnson, Daniel Hunter, Hogan Hunter, and Jim Grant. Visitation will be from 5:00 P.M. until 7:00 P.M. Tuesday, December 1st at First Baptist Church in Wisner, LA. Online Condolences may be made at www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com

MILDRED ANNICE "MIDGE" SMITH Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe, La. A Celebration of Life service for Mildred Annice "Midge" Smith, 76, of Monroe formerly of Delhi, LA, will be held at 7:00 P.M. Wednesday, December 2, 2009, in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Interment will be at 11:00 A.M. Thursday, December 3, 2009, at Delhi Masonic Cemetery. Ms. Smith passed away Saturday, November 28, 2009. She was a graduate of Louisiana Tech University and LSU, and a member of First Baptist Church of West Monroe. Ms. Smith was preceded in death by her parents, Solon Edgar and Nina Lee Gilliland Smith. Survivors include her brother, Solon Edgar Smith, Jr. of Knoxville, TN; and sister, Beverly Smith Dougall of London, UK. Visitation will be Wednesday from 6:00 P.M. until service time at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Louisiana Baptist Children's Home. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com

TERA LASHAY HALL Riser Funeral Home Columbia,LA Funeral services for Tera LaShay Hall age 19 of Columbia will be held 10:00 A.M., Wednesday, December 2, 2009 from the Sandy Bayou Baptist Church with Rev's. Larry Russell and Bobby Cruse officiating. Interment will follow church services under direction of Riser Funeral Home of Columbia. Visitation will be on Tuesday evening from 5:00 P.M. until 9:00 P.M. at the church located on Highway 559 east of Columbia. Tara LaShay Hall was born on April 10, 1990 at Monroe,La. and passed from this life on Sunday Nov. 29, 2009 from injuries received in an automobile accident. She was a member of the Sandy bayou Baptist Church and a 2001 graduate of Caldwell Parish High School. She was preceded in death by her brother John Patrick Hall,Jr. Survivors include: Father and step mother: John and Ashley hall of Columbia. Mother and step father: Diana and Cleve Grant of West Monroe. Sisters: Julie Hall of West Monroe, Chezni Hall of Columbia, Miranda Grant, Vivian Grant, Lesley Grant, and Morgan Grant all of West Monroe. Brothers: Caston Montpelier and Cutter Montpelier both of Columbia. Paternal grand parents: Shirley and William Hall of Columbia. Maternal grand parents: Elizabeth Wheeler and Russell Vallotton both of West Monroe. Great grand parents: Dora Roberts and Ike McClanahan. She also leaves her special friend Tonya Smith. Online condolences may be sent at riserfuneralhomes.com

TOMMIE LUCILLE GREER Mulhearn Funeral Home Rayville, LA Services for Mrs. Tommie Lucille Greer, 82, of Rayville, LA will be held at 11:00 A.M. Wednesday, December 2, 2009 at Mulhearn Funeral Home Chapel - Rayville, with Rev. Charlie Hood officiating, with internment to follow in Greer Cemetery Rayville, LA , under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home - Rayville, LA. Mrs. Tommie a member of the first United Pentecostal Church passed away November 30, 2009 in Rayville, LA. She was preceded in death by her parents Auther and Pearl Boles and her husband of 60 years Eugene Greer. She is survived by a daughter, Linda Hollis and her husband Bob of West Monroe, LA, two sons Raymond Greer and his wife Pauline of Monroe, LA and Ernest Buddy Greer and his wife Marilyn of Rayville, LA; six grandchildren, Danny Ray Greer and his wife Pam of West Monroe, LA Andrew Paul Greer Ruston, LA, Ramona Shelbrune and her husband Mike of Rayville, LA, Linda Torrey and her husband Weldon of Rayville, LA, Julie Knight of Rayville and Sabrina Kennedy of West Monroe, LA; eight great grandchildren Alyssa Greer, Nicholas Greer, Allyson Knight, Dalton Knight, Cassie Torrey, Jackson Torrey, Nila Paige Kirkley and Christina Abigail Kennedy ; sister -in-law Willie Mae Fortenberry of Rayville, LA; three brothers, Horace Boles, Carl Boles and Sammy Boles; three sisters, Annie Ardis, Maurice Rhodes and Mary De Young as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Visitation will be held from 5:00 P.M. until 8:00 P.M. Tuesday, December 1, 2009 at the funeral home. Online registry/condolences at www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com

VIOLET ANN HEATH Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral services for Violet Ann Heath, 85, of West Monroe, LA will be held at 11:00 A.M., Wednesday, December 2, 2009 in the chapel of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Bro. Wayne Duncan will officiate. Interment will follow at Ouachita City Cemetery Sterlington, LA under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Mrs. Heath was born November 28, 1924 in Wilburton, Oklahoma and passed away November 30, 2009 in West Monroe, LA. She joined Nursing Corps during World War II. She taught Sunday School and played the piano at her church in San Antonio, Texas. She worked at Western Union in San Antonio, and was the first to announce the end of the war as the message came over the machine. She was a loving mother and grandmother, a nurse, teacher, and confidante to all her family. All who knew her or met her knew that she was destined to be one of God's Angels. She is survived by daughters; Shirley Graham Hassler and husband Charles, Deborah Heath Hopkins and husband Wade, Carolyn Heath Sisk and husband Steve. Grandchildren; Sherry Hassler Hartsell and husband Josh, Mary Beth Hassler, Angela Hassler Tolleson and husband Gordon, Charles James Hassler, Amy Graham Gilbreath and husband Michael, James Delton Graham II and wife Dana, Larry Wade McLemore, Jr. and wife Shawna, Heath Alan McLemore and wife Alicia, Heather Hopkins Crawford and husband Cullen, Sarah Hopkins Ford and husband Wesley, Randy Hopkins, Megan Elliott and fiancé Dustin Kain, Ricky Sisk, Rachel Sisk, and 14 great-grandchildren. Pallbearers will be Wade McLemore, Heath McLemore, Randy Hopkins, Charles Hassler, James Graham, Wade Hopkins and Steve Sisk. Honorary pallbearers will be Ricky Sisk and Mike Hassler. The family wishes to thank Denise Bonner, Willie Mae Standifer, and all employees of Family Alliance Hospice, Jean, also special thanks to Dr. Parker, Dr. Uma Rangaraj and nurses Christy Lofton and Susan of LSUHSC Monroe. Visitation will be Tuesday, December 1, 2009 from 5:00 P.M. until 8:00 P.M. at Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com

Chris L. Breau, 58
MISSOURI CITY, Texas -- Chris L. Breau, a piping designer, died Saturday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Monroe.

Mary C. Clarkson, 84
DELHI -- Mary C. Clarkson, a retired business office manager for Richland Parish School Systems, died Sunday. Memorial services are 2 p.m. Tuesday at Dunn Baptist Church. Arrangements are under the direction of Cox Funeral Home, Delhi.

Mary Virginia Cook, 88
FERRIDAY -- Mary Virginia Cook, died Monday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Young's Funeral Home, Ferriday.

Fannie M. Coleman, 90
OLLA -- Fannie M. Coleman, a retired merchant and co-owner of Coleman's Hardware, died Sunday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Riser Funeral Home, Olla.

John E. Cruse, 72
OLLA -- John E. Cruse, a heavy equipment operator, died Sunday. Services are 10 a.m. Wednesday at Apostolic Pentecostal Church, Olla. Visitation is 5-9 p.m. Tuesday at the church. Burial will be in Harris Chapel Cemetery, Olla, under the direction of Riser Funeral Home, Columbia.

Murry Van Hooser, 87
RUSTON -- Murry Van Hooser, a banker, died Sunday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Ruston.

Ernie J. Riser, 91
Ernie J. Riser of West Monroe, a homemaker, died Sunday. Services are 11 a.m. Thursday at First United Methodist Church, West Monroe. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Wednesday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Burial will be in Hasley Cemetery, West Monroe.

Melvin 'Dean' Robinson, 72
JONESBORO -- Melvin Audine "Dean" Robinson, a Hearnes Department Store owner, died Sunday. Services are 11 a.m. Wednesday at Hodge Baptist Church. Visitation is 4-9 p.m. Tuesday at Edmonds Funeral Home, Jonesboro. Burial will be in Gayla Traina Cemetery, Jonesboro.

Le`Edquanesha R. Ross, 12
LOS ANGELES, Calif. -- Le`Edquanesha Reuntae Ross, a student, died Nov. 22. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at Northstar Baptist Church, Lake Providence. Visitation is 1-5 p.m. Friday at Harris Funeral Home, Lake Providence. Burial will be in Gaither Memorial Cemetery.

Walter 'Dub' Sims Jr., 80
CALHOUN -- Walter Zoda "Dub" Sims Jr., a retired plant supervisor at Bentz and Elmore, died Sunday. Services are 2 p.m. Wednesday at Souls Harbor United Pentecostal Church. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Tuesday at the church. Burial will be in Mount Zion Cemetery, Calhoun, under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Adrienne S. Wilson, 90
WISNER -- Adrienne Sisk Wilson, a retired schoolteacher, died Monday. Services are 2 p.m. Wednesday at Oak Grove Baptist Church, Winnsboro. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Tuesday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Winnsboro. Burial will be in the church cemetery.

Bishop Jimmie Wright, 75
BASTROP -- Bishop Jimmie R. Wright, a minister, died Saturday. Services are 10 a.m. Thursday at East Haven Church of God, Bastrop. Visitation is 5-9 p.m. Wednesday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Rayville. Burial will be at Start Cemetery, Start.

Previously acknowledged
Dysart, Charles P.: 11 a.m. Tuesday, Kilpatrick Serenity Gardens, West Monroe.
Johnson, Nadine: 11 a.m. Tuesday, New Antioch Baptist Church, Monroe.
Johnson, Randolph: 11 a.m. Tuesday, St. Mary Baptist Church, Monroe.
Nwokorie, Agnes: 2 p.m. Friday, Little Flower Catholic Church, Monroe.
Riley, Nany Tyrone, 2 p.m. Tuesday, Saulters-Moore Funeral Service, Prentiss, Miss.

December 2, 2009 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

ADRIENNE SISK WILSON Mulhearn Funeral Home Winnsboro, LA Services for Mrs. Adrienne Sisk Wilson, age 90 of Winnsboro, LA will be at 2:00 P.M. Wednesday, December 2, 2009 at Oak Grove Baptist Church of Winnsboro with Rev. Corey Bruce and Craig McCain officiating. Interment will follow in Oak Grove Baptist Church Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home of Winnsboro. Mrs. Wilson was a lifetime member of Oak Grove Baptist Church, Order of the Eastern Star, retired educator having taught at Fort Necessity for 36 years. She was preceded in death by her parents; Gilbert and Sallie Wiggins Sisk, husband; Freeman A. Wilson, Sr., grandson; Van Wilson, brother and sister-in-law; Wade and Hazel Sisk. Survivors include: Daughter: Ganeath McCain and husband, Jerry. Son: Freeman A. "Sonny" Wilson, Jr. Sister: Ruth Cuny and husband, John. A. 7 Grandchildren and 17 Great Grandchildren. Pallbearers are: John Wilson, Danny Sisk, Jed Wilson, Clark McCain, John Danna Cuny, and Paul McKinley. Special thanks to Dr. Tom Colvin, staff of Mary Anna Nursing Home, and Hospice Care Resources. Online condolences may be made at www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com

ERNIE JORDAN RISER Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Services for Mrs. Ernie Jordan Riser, 91, of West Monroe, will be held at 11:00 A.M., Thursday December 3, 2009 at the First United Methodist Church of West Monroe, LA, with Rev. Jon Tellifero and Dr. Wayne Evans officiating. Interment will follow at Hasley Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Mrs. Riser was born in the Jordan home in southern Ouachita Parish in the Luna Community in West Monroe, and died on November 29, 2009 at Ridgecrest Retirement Center in West Monroe. She was preceded in death by her husband, Fred P. Riser; her daughter, Patsy R. Rodgers; grandson, Stephen Price Dupuy; sisters, Eva J. Gewin, Ethel J. Owens, of West Monroe, and Dorothy J. Evans, of Ruston. Mrs. Riser's parents, J Crate and Nannie Jordan moved to Ouachita Parish from Jackson Parish in 1912. Crates family had been members of the Wagon Train Families who traveled to Louisiana in 1857, from Campbell County, near Atlanta, Georgia. These families settled around Hood's Mill in Jackson Parish. Ernie married Fred Riser in 1939. Fred and his brother, Melvin, owned and operated Riser's Dairy on the New Natchitoches Road, in West Monroe, until 1957. After her husband died in 1965, she served out his term on the Ouachita Parish School Board. In her early years, of rearing four children, she was selected as mother of the year, by twin cities in the early fifties. She enjoyed being a member of her local Home Demonstration Club. Mrs. Riser was presented a lifetime membership to the PTA by Claiborne Elementary School. She later enjoyed being an employee at the Palace Department Store for about twenty years. She loved her customers and made many friendships with her co-workers at the Palace. Mrs. Riser's, greatest enjoyments was being a homemaker, a mother, a grandmother, and a great-grandmother. She enjoyed having her family in her home as well as cooking for them. She also enjoyed her turn hosting the Jordan Family Christmas get together each year. She was an active member of the First United Methodist Church, until her later years. One of her proudest accomplishments was to serve 50 years in the church nursery. She loved all the children dearly. It was during that time she enjoyed rocking them and nurturing them in the Sunday School as they came to church with their parents. She is survived by her children, Polly Dupuy and husband J. E. (Butch), Fred Riser, Jr. and wife Charlotte, Stephen Riser and wife Pam, of Houston, TX; brother, Ecle Jordan of Florence, KN; brother-in-law, Rev. James Evans, of Ruston; grandchildren, Stanley Dupuy and wife Susan, Jacinda Dupuy, Amy Kirkland and husband Neill, Karen Crowder and husband John, Fred Rodgers, Sam Riser, Daniel Riser and wife Christy, Karen Dugger and husband Tim, Steve Riser and wife Tesille, Elizabeth R. Parker and husband Robert; Great Grandchildren include, Daniel Dupuy, Becca Dupuy, Mary Grace Dupuy, Laura Katherine Dupuy, Joey Kirkland, Elise Kirkland, Michael Crowder and fiancée, Lindsey Bell, Nicole Crowder , and Paige Dugger, Jack Parker and numerous nieces and nephews. Memorials may be made to First United Methodist Church Building Fund. Grandsons will serve as pallbearers. Visitation 5:00 P.M. until 8:00 P.M. Wednesday, December 2, 2009 at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com

HELEN B. GREIG Centuries Memorial Park, Shreveport, LA Graveside services for Mrs. Helen B. Greig, 98, will be held, Thursday, December 3, 2009, at 11:00 A.M., in Centuries Memorial Park, Shreveport, LA. Helen was born April 8, 1911, in Cynthiania, KY and entered into eternal rest on November, 30, 2009, in W. Monroe, LA. She was a Christian woman who spent her life caring for her family. She was preceded in death by her husband, Carl F. Greig; mother, Roxie Barnes; sisters, Ethel Finck and Violet Mundy; and brother, Henry Barnes. Left to cherish her memory are her son, Carl H. Greig of Benton, LA; daughter, Roxanna Brantley of West Monroe, LA; six grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. You may offer condolences to the family by visiting www.centuriesmemorialfh.com Centuries Memorial Funeral Home 318- 686-4334.

HELEN FAYE BAUGH LAY Milner and Orr Funeral Home, Paducah, KY Helen Faye Baugh Lay, 67, passed away on November 30, 2009. Helen was born in Ouachita Parish, Louisiana, on December 18, 1941, the daughter of Ted and Mary (Harper) Baugh. She was raised in Eros, Louisiana, and was graduated as valedictorian from Eros High School in 1960. On March 24, 1962, she married William "Buck" Lay. They left the Monroe area in 1973 and moved around during the next several years due to Buck's job. In 1985, they settled in Paducah, KY, where together they started their own towboat company, B & H Towing Co., Inc. There Helen was employed as Secretary/ Treasurer where she managed the payroll and other financial details of the company until she retired in 2001. While raising four children, Helen also volunteered at schools and churches. In particular, she taught kids' Sunday School classes and VBS and participated in Bible studies. In Paducah, Helen was an active member of Immanuel Baptist Church where she helped with a variety of mission activities and coordinated Wednesday night meals with other volunteers. She will be remembered for her strong faith in God, her love of and commitment to family and friends, her candor and honesty, and her generosity to those in need. Helen is survived by her husband Buck and four children and eight grandchildren: Keith and wife Melissa Lay of Paducah and their children Ashley, Caleb, and Matthew; Phyllis Boyd of Paducah and her children Cody and Andi; Cindy and husband John Harter of Richmond, KY, and their children Mary and William; and Celeste and husband Chris Fettweis Lay of New Orleans, LA, and their daughter Lucy. Also surviving are 15 brothers and sisters, all living in the Monroe, LA area: Marshall Baugh, Lois Christy, Marie Christy, Nancy Williamson, Richard Baugh, Lemiel Baugh, Roy Baugh, Odell Baugh, Norman Baugh, Evelyn Osbon, Brenda Aswell, Linette Wheelis, Debbie Baugh, Hollie Alford, and Teresa Ferguson as well as numerous nieces and nephews and their families. She was preceded in death by her parents and her brother, Melvin Baugh. Funeral services will be held in Paducah on Thursday, December 3, at 2:00 P.M. at Milner and Orr Funeral Home of Paducah, with Rev. Jamie Broome officiating. Friends may call at Milner and Orr from 5:00 P.M. until 8:00 P.M. on Wednesday, December 2, 2009. The body will be transported to Louisiana for burial at Palestine Baptist Church Cemetery, Caldwell Parish. Visitation will be held at Palestine on Friday, December 4, 2009 from 5:00 P.M. until 8:00 P.M. and a graveside service will be held there on Saturday, December 5, at 11:00 A.M. Memorial contributions may be made to the Immanuel Baptist Church Restoration Fund, 3465 Buckner Lane, Paducah, KY 42001; or, to the Alzheimer's Association, 225 N. Michigan Ave., Fl. 17, Chicago, Ill. 60601-7633. You may leave a message of sympathy or light a memorial candle at www.milnerandorr.com.

JOHN W. MARCUM Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, La. Graveside Services for Mr. John W. Marcum, 90, of Monroe, LA, will be 11:00 A.M. Thursday, December 3, 2009 at Providence Cemetery in Pine Bluff, AR under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Mr. Marcum was born on October 18, 1919 in Pine Bluff, AR and passed away on December 1, 2009 in Monroe, LA. He attended Watson Chapel School. Mr. Marcum was employed with Cottonbelt Railroad. He was inducted into the United States Army in June 1944 and retired in 1971. He was a veteran of World War II, Korea and Vietnam. He is preceded in death by wife, Evelyn; daughter, Edwina; and parents, Arthur and Lina Marcum. He was one of Jehovah's Witnesses and looked forward to the resurrection promised in John 5:25,28,29 "Verily, verily, I say unto you, The hour is coming, and now is, when the dead shall hear the voice of the Son of God: and they that hear shall live. Marvel not at this: for the hour is coming, in which all that are in the graves shall hear his voice, And shall come forth; they that have done good, unto the resurrection of life". He is survived by three sons, Jack Marcum of Calhoun, LA, Carroll Marcum of Murfreesboro, TN and Patrick Marcum of West Monroe; five grandchildren; eleven great-grandchildren; one great- great grandchild; one brother, Archie Marcum of Stagecoach, NV; and one sister, Arillia Smith of Pasadena, TX. Pallbearers will be Sons and grandsons. Visitation will be from 5:00 P.M. until 7:00 P.M. Wednesday, December 2, 2009 at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com

MRS. MATTIE LEE LINDSAY Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mrs. Mattie Lee Lindsay, 91, of West Monroe, LA will be held at 2:00 P.M., Thursday, December 3, 2009 at Community Baptist Church, West Monroe with Rev. Danny McIlveene officiating. Interment will follow at Kilpatrick's Serenity Gardens West Monroe under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe. Mrs. Lindsay was born September 18, 1918 and passed away November 29, 2009. She was a member of Community Baptist Church. Mattie was a loving mother and a long time resident of Claiborne community. She was preceded in death by the husband of her children, Willis R. Lindsay. She is survived by her three children, Robert L. Lindsay and wife, Ginger of West Monroe, LA, Jo Ann McCaulley and her husband, Glen of Massillon, Ohio, and Vivian Rainwater and her husband, Jody of Shreveport, LA; eight grandchildren and twenty one great-grandchildren; sisters; Sildry Mae Manuel of Bossier City, LA, Edna Antley of Monroe, LA and Dena Rendall of Zion, Illinois; brothers, Bobby Bearden of Farmerville, LA, Fuller Bearden of West Monroe, LA and Oscar Bearden of Downsville, LA and a host of other family and friends. Pallbearers will be Robby Lindsay, Glen McCaulley, David Lindsay, Ed McCaulley, Joe Rainwater, Eric Rainwater, Tim Leach and Micah Wolf. Honorary pallbearers will be Caelin Lindsay and Bailey Wolf. Visitation will be held at Community Baptist Church at 11:00 A.M. until service time at the church, Thursday, December 3, 2009. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com.

WALTER ZODA "DUB" SIMS, JR. Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral services for Walter Zoda "Dub" Sims, Jr., 80 of Calhoun, LA will be at 2:00 P.M., Wednesday, December 2, 2009 at Souls Harbor United Pentecostals Church, West Monroe, LA. Rev. Jimmy Masters, Rev. Mark Foster and Bro. Ed Lawson will officiate. Interment will follow at Mt. Zion Cemetery, Calhoun, LA under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe. Mr. Sims was born December 29, 1928 in Calhoun, LA and passed away November 29, 2009 in Calhoun, LA. He was a retired plant superintendant for Bentz and Elmore Inc. Mr. Sims was a loving and devoted family man . He loved the Lord with all of his being, and could hardly wait to go to church each week. Along with Jesus and his family, Mr. Sims did have a third love, his horses. Mr. Sims was a 32nd degree Mason and was also a member of Urim Lodge #111, Scottish Rite Bodies and the Barak Shrine Temple. Mr. Sims was preceded in death by 2 sons, Robert Larry Sims and Michael Wayne Sims and a granddaughter, Natalie Bentz Lenard, parents, Walter and Eunice Sims, a brother, Charles "Red" Sims, sister-in-law, Shirley Sims and sisters Rhonda Gail Sims and Charlotte Rose Sims. Mr. Sims is survived by his wife of 63 years, Thelma Marie Sims; children; Linda Murphy and husband Charles, Randy Sims and wife Gloria, Debbie Waldroup and husband Ken, Gary P. Sims and wife Rena, Dewanna Boyte and husband Bo, Timmy Sims and wife Debbie; brothers, Jimmy Dale Sims and Scottie Sims and wife Bobbie; sister-in-law, Ann Sims; 15 grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren; numerous nieces, nephews and close friends. Pallbearers will be Terry Sims, James Sims, Steve Sims, Ronald Sims, Larry Sims. Bobby Bentz, Paul Hutto, and Ed Deramus. Honorary pallbearers will be Phillip Sims, Chris Sims, Robbie Bentz, and Dillon Murphy. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com

Barbara Boston, 50
DELHI -- Barbara Boston, a home health service provider, died Wednesday. Services are 11 a.m. Thursday at Greater One Christian Fellowship Church. Visitation is 1-6 p.m. Wednesday at Funerals by McFarland. Burial will follow at St. John Community Cemetery.

Jonas Christmas Jr., 86
Jonas Christmas Jr., 86, a laborer from Monroe, died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the directions of Funerals by McFarland.

Fannie M. Coleman, 90
OLLA -- Fannie Clyde Melton Coleman, a retired merchant, died Sunday. Services are 2 p.m. Friday at Olla Chapel of Riser Funeral Home. Visitation will be from 5-9 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home. Burial will follow at Olla Cemetery.

Bobby D. Colvin, 78
Bobby D. Colvin of West Monroe, a retired contractor, died Sunday. Services are 1 p.m. Wednesday in Feazel Chapel at First Baptist Church of West Monroe. Burial will follow at Unionville Cemetery in Unionville.

Virginia Cook, 88
FERRIDAY -- Virginia Cook died Monday. The funeral is at noon Thursday at Young's Funeral Home. Visitation is from 10-noon Thursday at the funeral home. Burial will follow at Greenlawn Memorial Park.

Hettie Lee Dampier, 85
WISNER -- Hettie Lee Thompson Dampier, a homemaker, died Monday. Services are 10 a.m. Wednesday at First Baptist Church. Burial will follow at Oakley Cemetery near Gilbert. Mulhearn Funeral Home of Winnsboro is in charge of arrangements.

Tommy Fontana Sr., 59
Tommy Joe Fontana Sr. of West Monroe, an electrician, died Monday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home.

Tommie L. Greer, 82
RAYVILLE -- Tommie Lucille Greer, a seamstress, died Monday. Services are 11 a.m. Wednesday at Mulhearn Funeral Home. Burial will follow at Greer Cemetery.

Tera LaShay Hall, 19
COLUMBIA -- Tera LaShay Hall, a student, died Sunday. Services are 10 a.m. Wednesday at Sandy Bayou Baptist Church. Visitation will be from 8-10 a.m. at the church. Burial will follow at the Sandy Bayou Cemetery.

Violet Heath, 85
Violet Heath of West Monroe, a retired licensed practical nurse, died Monday. Services are 11 a.m. Wednesday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Burial will follow at Ouachita City Cemetery near Sterlington.

Wilbert Johnson Jr., 84
Wilbert Johnson Jr., a laborer from Monroe, died Nov. 19. Graveside services will be 1 p.m. Wednesday at Palestine Cemetery, Warden. Richardson Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

Martel Lain Sr., 79
WINNSBORO -- Martel Lain Sr., a retired Union Pacific Railroad supervisor, died Sunday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Richardson and Sims Funeral Home.

Velma T. McClure, 97
JONESVILLE -- Velma Tillar McClure died Tuesday. Services are 10 a.m. Thursday at Utility Baptist Church. Visitation is from 5-9 p.m. Wednesday at the church. Burial is in Locust Grove Cemetery. Young's Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

Marilyn Nash, 57
DELHI -- Marilyn Nash, a Delhi High School guidance counselor, died Monday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Funerals by McFarland.

Jimmy J. Ross, 66
Jimmy James Ross of Monroe, retired from the U.S. Army, died Friday. Services are 3:15 p.m. Thursday at Piney Grove Baptist Church. Visitation is 1-6 p.m. Wednesday at Smith Funeral Home Chapel, Monroe. Burial will follow at Richwood Memorial Gardens.

Allie L. White, 98
SICILY ISLAND -- Allie Lee White, a retired cafeteria cook, died Wednesday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Martin Jr. High School. Visitation is 5-7 p.m. Friday at Richardson Sims Funeral Home, Winnsboro. Burial is at Pilgrim Baptist Church cemetery.

Bishop Jimmie Wright, 75
BASTROP -- Bishop Jimmie R. Wright, a Church of God minister, died Nov. 28. Services are 10 a.m. Thursday at East Haven Church of God. Visitation is 5-9 p.m. Wednesday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Rayville. Burial will follow at Start Cemetery.

Previously acknowledged
Cruse, John E.: 10 a.m. Wednesday, Apostolic Pentecostal Church, Olla.
Nwokorie, Agnes: 1 p.m. Friday, Little Flower of Jesus Catholic Church, Monroe.
Riser, Ernie J.: 11 a.m. Thursday, First United Methodist Church, West Monroe.
Robinson, Melvin Audine "Dean:" 11 a.m. Wednesday, Hodge Baptist Church.
Ross, Le`Edquanesha Reuntae: 1 p.m. Saturday, Northstar Baptist Church, Lake Providence.
Sims Jr., Walter Zoda "Dub:" 2 p.m. Wednesday, Souls Harbor United Pentecostal Church.
Wilson, Adrienne Sisk: 2 p.m. Wednesday, Oak Grove Baptist Church, Winnsboro.
Wright, Bishop Jimmie R.: 10 a.m. Thursday, East Haven Church of God, Bastrop.

December 3, 2009 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

ROBERT LESTER GUNTER, Southern Funeral Home, Winnfield, LA. Mr. Robert Lester Gunter, age 81 of Gaars Mill, Louisiana passed away on Tuesday, December 1, 2009 in West Monroe, LA. Mr. Gunter was a 1953 graduate of Northeast Louisiana State College where he was a member of the football team. He served his country in the U.S. Navy where he also played football. He was preceded in death by his wife, Sue (Gaar) Gunter. Mr. Gunter is survived by his two daughters, Amanda Stewart and husband Joe of West Monroe, LA and Melissa Semb and husband Ron of Sulphur, LA; one son, Samuel Gaar Gunter and wife Cindy of Gaars Mill, LA; grand-daughter, Chelsea Semb, step-granddaughter, Jennifer Vicknair; grandson, Samuel Dray Gaar Gunter; two step-grandsons, Kyle Guilliams and Daniel Guilliams both of Dodson; one sister, Pearl Ferrell of Charleston, MO; one special brother-in-law, Guy C. Gaar, Jr.; special friend, Press Berry. Funeral services will be held at 10:00 A.M. on Friday, December 4, 2009 in the New Hope Methodist Church of Gaars Mill with Bro. Loy Gaar officiating. Interment will follow in the church cemetery under the direction of Southern Funeral Home, Winnfield. Visitation will be held from 5:00 P.M. until 8:00 P.M. on Thursday at Southern Funeral Home of Winnfield and on Friday at the church from 9:00 A.M. until time of services. Messages of condolence may be sent to the Gunter Family online by visiting www.southernfuneralhome.com

RYAN MICHAEL JOHNSON Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road, Monroe, La. Funeral services for Ryan Michael Johnson, 21, of Monroe, will be held at 1:00 P.M. Friday, December 4, 2009, at Grace Episcopal Church with Rev. Gregg Riley and The Rev. Bill Ryan officiating. Interment will follow at Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Mr. Johnson passed away Tuesday, December 1, 2009. He was a member of Grace Episcopal Church. Mr. Johnson was preceded in death by his grandmother, Cissy Ryan; and mother-in-law, Beverly Jean Pierce. Survivors include his wife, Jenna Lea Johnson; daughter, Layden Lea Johnson; father, Thomas "Jay" Johnson of Monroe; mother, Katherine Leglue and husband Dr. Gerald of Alexandria, LA; sisters, Courtney Loyacano and husband Matthew of Lafayette, LA, and Faith Leglue of Alexandria, LA; brother, Thomas Johnson of Petaluma, CA; grandparents, Johnny T. and Delores Johnson, and Thad J., Jr. and Jeanie Ryan, all of Monroe; aunts and uncles, Virginia Macadams, Victoria Johnson, Jill and Paul Friloux, Jenifer Walker, Mike Ryan, Jerilynn Ryan, The Rev. Bill Ryan, Thad Ryan, III and wife Cynthia, and Jerelyn Ryan; grandparents-in-law, Mary and Ray Pierce, and Nita and David Gullette, Sr.; father-in-law, David Gullette, Jr.; brothers-in-law, David "Dave" Gullette, III and Jessie Gullette; and numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends. Pallbearers will be Bryan Nola, Trey Weaver, Matt Loyacano, Thad Ryan, IV, Jessie Gullette, and Nathan Ryan. Visitation will be Thursday from 5:00 P.M. until 8:00 P.M. at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com

Ruby Williams Beene, 86
MURFREESBORO, Tenn. -- Ruby Mae Williams Beene died Tuesday. Services are 10 a.m. Saturday at Lewis Funeral Home, Inc., Magnolia, Ark. Visitation is 9 a.m. Saturday until service time. Graveside services are 3 p.m. Saturday at Twin Cities Memorial Cemetery, West Monroe.

Marcus D. Bingham, 37
WISNER -- Marcus D. Bingham, a forklift operator, died Thursday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at Newlight Baptist Church. Visitation is 1-7 p.m. Friday at Richardson Funeral Home, Winnsboro. Burial will be in Hope Estate Cemetery.

Barbara Boston, 50
DELHI -- Barbara Boston, co-owner of All About You Support Services, died Wednesday. Services are 11 a.m. Thursday at Greater One Christian Fellowship Church. Burial will be in St. John Community Cemetery under the direction of Funerals by McFarland.

Doris McGowen Burgess, 93
BASTROP -- Doris Victoria McGowen Burgess, formerly of Mer Rouge, a homemaker, died Tuesday. Services are 2 p.m. Friday at Cox Funeral Home. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Thursday. Burial will be in Bonne-Idee Harp Cemetery.

Robert J. Chandler Jr., 61
WINNSBORO -- Robert J. Chandler Jr., a truck driver, died Monday. Services are 1 p.m. Sunday at Truelight Baptist Church. Visitation is 3-6 p.m. Saturday at Richardson Funeral Home, Winnsboro. Burial will be in Gethsemane Memorial Gardens.

Leander Coleman Sr., 94
WINNSBORO -- Leander Coleman Sr., a retired farmer and store owner, died Thursday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Shady Grove AME, Mangham. Visitation is 1-7 p.m. Friday at Richardson Funeral Home. Burial will be in Rest Haven Cemetery.

Susie Duncan, 102
TALLULAH -- Susie Duncan died Monday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Beckwith Golden Gate Funeral Home.

Lola Mae Eppinette, 65
BASTROP -- Lola Mae Minnie Eppinette, a shoe store manager, died Tuesday. Services are 10 a.m. Thursday at Harmony Baptist Church, Collinston. Burial will be in Mer Rouge Cemetery, Mer Rouge, under the direction of Cox Funeral Home.

Robert Earl Felkner, 87
Robert Earl Felkner of West Monroe, a stevedore, died Saturday. Private memorial services were held under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Monroe.

James Glass, 49
DETROIT, Mich. -- James Glass died Saturday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Hester Central State Funeral Home, Monroe.

Brianna Quintina Glosson, 19
FARMERVILLE -- Brianna Quintina Glosson, a health care sitter, died Friday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at Pleasant Hill Baptist Church, Spearsville. Visitation is 5:30-7:30 p.m. Friday at the church. Burial will be in Concord Cemetery, Marion, under the direction of Funerals by McFarland, Monroe.

Lois McDowell Harrelson, 85
BASTROP -- Lois McDowell Harrelson, a homemaker, died Tuesday. Services are 11 a.m. Friday at First United Methodist Church. Visitation is 5-7 p.m. Thursday at Golden Funeral Home. Burial will be in Wesley Chapel Cemetery, Elizabethtown, NC.

Leeorn Hicks II, 26
FARMERVILLE -- Leeorn Hicks II, a laborer, died Friday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Zion Hill Baptist Church. Visitation is 5:30-7:30 p.m. Friday at the church. Burial will be in the church cemetery under the direction of Funerals by McFarland, Monroe.

Edward Hollins, 50
Edward Hollins of Monroe, a laborer, died Thursday. Services are 11 a.m. Friday at Funerals by McFarland, Monroe. Visitation is 1-6 p.m. Thursday. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens.

Murry Van Hooser, 87
RUSTON -- Murry Van Hooser, a banker, died Sunday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Trinity United Methodist Church. Visitation is 6-8 p.m. Friday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home. Burial will be in Forest Lawn Cemetery.

Anstwan Jackson, 42
Anstwan Jackson of West Monroe, a truck driver, died Saturday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Hester Central State Funeral Home, Monroe.

Martel Lain Sr., 79
WINNSBORO -- Martel Lain Sr., a retired foreman with Union Pacific Railroad and a farmer, died Sunday. Services are noon Saturday at Mount Zion Church of Christ Holiness, Gilbert. Visitation is 7-9 p.m. Friday at Richardson-Sims Funeral Home. Burial will be in Adile Cemetery, Mangham.

John Lewis, 83
WINNSBORO -- John Lewis died Tuesday. Services are 2 p.m. Sunday at Old Macedonia Baptist Church, Gilbert. Visitation is 6-7 p.m. Saturday at Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville. Burial will be in Rest Haven Cemetery.

Mattie Lee Lindsey, 91
Mattie Lee Lindsey of West Monroe, a homemaker, died Sunday. Services are 2 p.m. Thursday at Community Baptist Church, West Monroe. Visitation is 11 a.m. Thursday until service time at the church. Burial will be in Kilpatrick's Serenity Gardens, West Monroe.

Gracie Manning, 68
Gracie Manning of Monroe, a clerk, died Nov. 24. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at Mary Goss Baptist Church, Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens under the direction of Hester Central State Funeral Home, Monroe.

Rosie Matthew, 42
BASTROP -- Rosie Matthew, a certified nursing assistant, died Tuesday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at Macedonia Missionary Baptist Church, Mer Rouge. Visitation is 6-7 p.m. Friday at Tennant Funeral Home. Burial will be in Cedar Grove Cemetery, Oak Ridge.

Lee Tom McGee, 50
Lee Tom McGee of Monroe, a Century Ready-Mix employee, died Sunday. Services are 2 p.m. Friday at Funerals by McFarland, Monroe. Visitation is 1-6 p.m. Thursday. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens.

Terry 'Bo' Miton, 45
HARTFORD, Ala. -- Terry Dwayne "Bo" Milton, formerly of Winnsboro, a truck driver, died Nov. 23. Memorial services are 2 p.m. Saturday at Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home, Winnsboro.

John N. Mock, 81
RAYVILLE -- John N. Mock died Sunday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Greater New Hope Baptist Church, Monroe. Visitation is 6-7 p.m. Friday at Tennant Funeral Home. Burial will be in St. Matthew Cemetery, Mangham.

DeMarcus Montgomery, 18
FARMERVILLE -- DeMarcus Montgomery, a laborer, died Friday. Services are 11 a.m. Friday at Blooming Grove Baptist Church. Visitation is noon until 4 p.m. Thursday at Funerals by McFarland, Monroe. Burial will be in the church cemetery.

Marilyn Nash, 57
DELHI -- Marilyn Nash, a Delhi High School guidance counselor, died Monday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at the school. Visitation is 3-7 p.m. Friday at Funerals by McFarland. Burial will be in St. John Community Cemetery.

Juanita Kay Parks, 50
KEITHVILLE -- Juanita Kay Parks, formerly of Lake Providence, a retail store manager, died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Oak Grove.

George Payne Jr., 84
MER ROUGE -- George Payne Jr., a construction worker, died Monday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Bastrop.

Irving Reed, 66
Irving Reed of Monroe, a truck driver, died Thursday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at Riverside Baptist Church, Monroe. Visitation is 6-7 p.m. Friday at Richardson Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens.

Ernie J. Riser, 91
Ernie J. Riser of West Monroe, a homemaker, died Sunday. Services are 11 a.m. Thursday at First United Methodist Church, West Monroe. Burial will be in Hasley Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

William David Sikes, 73
GILBERT -- William David Sikes, a retired construction worker, died Wednesday. Services are 2 p.m. Friday at Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home, Winnsboro. Visitation is 5-9 p.m. Thursday. Burial will be in South Central Cemetery, Wisner.

Mildred 'Midge' Smith, 76
Mildred Annice "Midge" Smith of Monroe, formerly of Delhi, a retired assistant professor, died Saturday. Graveside services are 11 a.m. Thursday at Delhi Masonic Cemetery, Delhi, under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe.

Lonnie Mae Turner, 64
OAK GROVE -- Lonnie Mae Turner, a homemaker, died Nov. 18. Graveside services are 2 p.m. Saturday at Bloomy Shade Baptist Church Cemetery, Kilbourne. Arrangements are under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville.

Cynthia Williams, 48
Cynthia Williams of Monroe, a nurse, died Friday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at St. Matthew Church of God in Christ, Monroe. Visitation is 6-8 p.m. Friday at Richardson Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens.

Corean Wilson, 79
FARMERVILLE -- Corean Wilson, a homemaker, died Monday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Bastrop.

Previously acknowledged
Coleman, Fannie C.M.: 2 p.m. Friday, Riser Funeral Home, Olla.
Cook, Virginia: noon Thursday, Young's Funeral Home, Ferriday.
McClure, Velma T.: 10 a.m Thursday, Utility Baptist Church, Jonesville.
Nwokorie, Agnes: 1 p.m. Friday, Little Flower of Jesus Catholic Church, Monroe.
Ross, Jimmy J.: 3:15 p.m. Thursday, Piney Grove Baptist Church, Monroe.
Ross, Le`Edquanesha R.: 1 p.m. Saturday, Northstar Baptist Church, Lake Providence.
White, Allie Lee: 11 a.m. Saturday, Martin Junior High School, Sicily Island.
Wright, Bishop Jimmie R.: 10 a.m. Thursday, East Haven Church of God, Bastrop.

December 4, 2009 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

JUANITA CALDWELL HUDSON Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road, Monroe, La. Funeral services for Juanita Caldwell Hudson, 82, of Monroe, will be held at 11:00 AM Saturday, December 5, 2009, in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe, with Dr. Alan Miller officiating. Interment will follow at Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery. Mrs. Hudson passed away Thursday, December 03, 2009 at St. Francis Specialty Hospital. She worked in Monroe as a beautician for many years and was a member of First Baptist Church of Monroe. Mrs. Hudson loved to cook, sing, dance, and play bridge. Mrs. Hudson was preceded in death by her husband, Howard W. Hudson; and son, Howard Craig Hudson. Survivors include her son, Kenneth R. Hudson and wife Kathy of Mundelein, IL; daughter, Cynthia Hudson Sykes and husband LTC Timothy Dale Sykes of Metairie, LA; grandchildren, Lydia Trest and husband Glenn Allen, Marshall Timothy Sykes and wife Misty, Jenny Cardinal and husband Ryan, Ray Hudson, and Christa Hudson; five great-grandchildren, Whittney, Zachary, Christopher, Natalie, and Amanda; and sister, Patricia Wallace of Tyler, TX. Visitation will be Friday from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Memorials may be made to First Baptist Church of Monroe. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com

MURRY LAMAR VAN HOOSER Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Ruston, La. Funeral services for Murry Lamar Van Hooser will be held Saturday, December 5, 2009 at 11:00 a.m. at Trinity United Methodist Church with Rev. Jerry Hilbun officiating. Mr. Van Hooser, age 87, a long-time resident of Ruston died November 29, 2009 at Christus Schumpert Hospital in Shreveport, LA. Following the service, he will be laid to rest next to his wife at Forest Lawn Cemetery. Mr. Van Hooser was born on October 7, 1922 to Edd and Lessie Chandler Van Hooser of the Hurricane Community, Claiborne Parish, just north of Arcadia, LA. He was a graduate of Athens High School in 1939 and was class valedictorian. He is survived by his daughter and son-in-law, Vicky and David Steere of Katy, TX; son Philip Van Hooser of Houston, TX; son Richard Van Hooser of Charlotte, NC; daughter-in-law Claire Van Hooser of Magnolia, TX; granddaughters Alisa Steere Grieco and husband, Glenn, of College Station, TX; Amanda Van Hooser Stoddard and husband, Dusty, of Naples, Italy; step-grandson David Esman of Magnolia, TX; great-grandchildren Ian and Kara Grieco of College Station, TX; and Catherine, Emma and Samantha Stoddard of Naples, Italy. He is also survived by sisters Avis Volentine of Dixie, LA, Marie McGhee of Port Orange, FL and Shirley McMillin and husband, Carlton, of Carthage, MS; brother Edd Murriel Van Hooser of Sedona, AZ; brother-in-law James Baker of Metairie, LA; sister-in-law Mildred Wohlt of Brawley, CA; and by numerous nieces, nephews and cousins, and by a multitude of friends. Mr. Van Hooser was predeceased by his wife of sixty-four years, Martene Baker Van Hooser in January 2006, his parents, and two sisters, Gladys Abercrombie of Bryan, TX and Clarice Bramlett of Arcadia, LA. Mr. Van Hooser's college education was interrupted by World War II. He served in the 17th Airborne Division, 193rd Glider Infantry Regiment, and saw combat in the EAME Theater, Ardennes, Battle of the Bulge, and Rhineland. He was awarded the Purple Heart, the Bronze Star, Combat Infantry Badge, Expert Infantry Badge, and Glider Badge for this combat service. Upon his return to Ruston, Mr. Van Hooser completed his education and graduated magna cum laude in 1946 from Louisiana Tech with a B.S. in accounting. Active in local political and community service, Mr. Van Hooser served as a Lincoln Parish Police Juror for twelve years and a member of the Lincoln General Hospital and Police Jury Liaison Committee. He was a charter member of the Northwest Louisiana Coordinating and Developing Council, as well as the Ruston Jaycees and Ruston Sertoma Club. Mr. Van Hooser worked several years for the Marbury Company as head of the Property Insurance Department, represented by 300 local agents in Louisiana and Mississippi. He later went into banking, serving at various times as Vice President of First National Bank of Ruston, President of Citizens Bank & Trust Co. of Arcadia, and Vice President of Ruston State Bank. Mr. Van Hooser was particularly proud of his military experience and cherished his comradeship with fellow veterans. He was a lifetime member of the American Legion, Veterans of Foreign Wars, Disabled American Veterans, Military Order of the Purple Heart, and 17th Airborne Division Association. Mr. Van Hooser was a long time member of Trinity United Methodist Church serving on the Board of Trustees and various other committees during his life time. He was a charter member of the Godspel Sunday School class. Pallbearers will be Alden Bramlett, Alvin Bramlett, Joe Copeland, David McMillin, Rick Schroeder and Steve Van Hooser. Honorary pallbearers will be Norwood Albritton, Bill Carter, Keith Elliott, Ray Harris, Jarrett Hudnall, Prentiss Lee, Johnny Maxwell, Jack Phillips, and Joe Thomas. The family will receive friends at Kilpatrick Funeral Home in Ruston on Friday, December 4th from 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorials be made to Trinity United Methodist Church, The Methodist Children's Home in Ruston, or charity of choice. "My flesh and my heart may fail, but God is the strength of my heart and my portion for ever." Psalms 73:26. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com

Chris L. Breau, 58
MISSOURI CITY, Texas -- Chris L. Breau, a piping designer, died Saturday. Services are noon Friday at Mulhearn Memorial Park Mausoleum Chapel, Monroe. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Monroe.

James 'Mike' Bryan, 64
CROSSROADS COMMUNITY -- James Michael "Mike" Bryan, a construction foreman, died Tuesday. Services are 2 p.m. Friday at First Baptist Church, Farmerville. Burial will be in Crossroads Cemetery under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Farmerville.

Frankie Lee Canterberry Sr., 70
Frankie Lee Canterberry Sr. of Calhoun, a retired electrician, died Wednesday. Services are 10 a.m. Saturday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Visitation is 5-7 p.m. Friday. Burial will be in Roselawn Cemetery, Calhoun.

Albert Chisley, 61
RAYVILLE -- Albert Chisley, retired railroad employee, died Thursday. Services are 1 p.m. Monday at Shady Grove AME Church, Mangham. Visitation is 6-7 p.m. Sunday at Tennant Funeral Home. Burial will be in Little Creek Cemetery, Mangham.

Tommy Joe Fontana Sr., 59
Tommy Joe Fontana Sr. of West Monroe, an electrician, died Monday. Services are 10 a.m. Friday at Jesus the Good Shepherd Catholic Church, Monroe. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

James Glass, 49
DETROIT -- James Glass died Saturday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Mount Zion Baptist Church, Columbia. Visitation is 1:30-6 p.m. Friday at Hester Central State Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in the church cemetery.

Francis Clyde Hart, 78
PIONEER -- Francis Clyde Hart, a sales clerk with Pioneer Farmers Co-op, died Wednesday. Services are 10 a.m. Saturday at Pioneer Baptist Church. Visitation is 2-9 p.m. Friday at the church. Burial will be in Campbell Church Cemetery under the direction of Cox Funeral Home, Oak Grove.

Arthur D. Henry, 80
FARMINGTON, N.M. -- Arthur D. Henry, formerly of Chatham, died Nov. 26. Graveside services are 1 p.m. Saturday at St. Clair Baptist Church Cemetery, Chatham. Visitation is 11 a.m. until 12:30 p.m. Saturday at the church. Arrangements are under the direction of King's Funeral Home, Ruston.

Simon Hill Jr., 81
Simon Hill Jr. of Calhoun, maintenance worker, died Tuesday. Services are 11 a.m. Monday at Jerusalem Baptist Church, Calhoun. Visitation is 5-7 p.m. Sunday at Hester Central State Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in the church cemetery.

JoAnn M. Howard, 69
OAK GROVE -- JoAnn McCaskill Howard, a medical assistant, died Thursday. Services are 2 p.m. Sunday at Brown-Holley Funeral Home. Visitation is 5-9 p.m. Friday and Saturday and 9 a.m. Sunday until service time. Burial will be in New Forest Cemetery.

Anstwan Jackson, 42
Anstwan Jackson of West Monroe, a truck driver, died Saturday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at Pleasant Grove Baptist Church, Downsville. Visitation is 1:30-6 p.m. Friday at Hester Central State Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in the church cemetery.

Ryan Michael Johnson, 21
Ryan Michael Johnson of Monroe, a student, died Tuesday. Services are 1 p.m. Friday at Grace Episcopal Church, Monroe. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe.

Gracie Manning, 68
Gracie Manning of Monroe, a clerk, died Nov. 24. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at Mary Goss Baptist Church, Monroe. Visitation is 1:30-6 p.m. Friday at Hester Central State Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens.

Juanita Kay Parks, 50
KEITHVILLE -- Juanita Kay Parks, formerly of Lake Providence, a retail manager, died Tuesday. Services are noon Saturday at Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Oak Grove. Visitation is 5-9 p.m. Friday and 9 a.m Saturday until service time. Burial will be in Forest Corner Cemetery.

George Payne Jr., 84
MER ROUGE -- George Payne Jr., a construction worker, died Monday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Philadelphia Baptist Church, Bastrop. Visitation is 5-7 p.m. Friday at Tennant Funeral Home, Bastrop. Burial will be in Cherry Hill No. 2 Cemetery, Galion.

Jessie Mae Perkins, 88
RUSTON -- Jessie Mae Perkins, a nurse's aide, died Saturday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Fellowship Baptist Church, Simsboro. Visitation is 1-5 p.m. Friday with drive-through viewing from 5:30 p.m. Friday until 9 a.m. Saturday at King's Funeral Home, Ruston. Burial will be in Springhill Church Cemetery, Simsboro.

Elizabeth 'Liz' Reeves, 55
GILBERT -- Elizabeth "Liz" Reeves, a retired cafeteria manager, died Thursday. Services are 10 a.m. Saturday at Crockett Point Baptist Church, near Crowville. Visitation is 10 a.m. Friday at the church until service time. Burial will be in Harris Cemetery, near Crowville, under the direction of Gill First National Funeral Home, Winnsboro.

Previously acknowledged
Beene, Ruby Williams: 10 a.m. Saturday, Lewis Funeral Home, Inc., Magnolia, Ark.
Bingham, Marcus D.: 1 p.m. Saturday, Newlight Baptist Church, Wisner.
Burgess, Doris McGowen: 2 p.m. Friday, Cox Funeral Home, Bastrop.
Chandler Jr., Robert J.: 1 p.m. Sunday, Truelight Baptist Church, Winnsboro.
Coleman, Fannie C.M.: 2 p.m. Friday, Riser Funeral Home, Olla.
Coleman Sr., Leander: 11 a.m. Saturday, Shady Grove AME, Mangham.
Glosson, Brianna Quintina: 1 p.m. Saturday, Pleasant Hill Baptist Church, Spearsville.
Harrelson, Lois McDowell: 11 a.m. Friday, First United Methodist Church, Bastrop.
Hicks II, Leeorn: 11 a.m. Saturday, Zion Hill Baptist Church, Farmerville.
Hollins, Edward: 11 a.m. Friday, Funerals by McFarland, Monroe.
Hooser, Murry Van: 11 a.m. Saturday, Trinity United Methodist Church, Ruston.
Lain Sr., Martel: noon Saturday, Mount Zion Church of Christ Holiness, Gilbert.
Lewis, John: 2 p.m. Sunday, Old Macedonia Baptist Church, Gilbert.
Matthew, Rosie: 1 p.m. Saturday, Macedonia Missionary Baptist Church, Mer Rouge.
McGee, Lee Tom: 2 p.m. Friday, Funerals by McFarland, Monroe.
Milton, Terry Dwayne "Bo": 2 p.m. Saturday, Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home, Winnsboro.
Mock, John N.: 11 a.m. Saturday. Greater New Hope Baptist Church, Monroe.
Montgomery, DeMarcus: 11 a.m. Friday, Blooming Grove Baptist Church, Farmerville.
Nash, Marilyn: 11 a.m. Saturday, Delhi High School, Delhi.
Nwokorie, Agnes: 1 p.m. Friday, Little Flower of Jesus Catholic Church, Monroe.
Reed, Irving: 1 p.m. Saturday, Riverside Baptist Church, Monroe.
Ross, Le`Edquanesha R.: 1 p.m. Saturday, Northstar Baptist Church, Lake Providence.
Sikes, William David: 2 p.m. Friday, Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home, Winnsboro.
Turner, Lonnie Mae: 2 p.m. Saturday, Bloomy Shade Baptist Church, Kilbourne.
White, Allie Lee: 11 a.m. Saturday, Martin Junior High School, Sicily Island

December 5, 2009 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

KERMIT LAMAR WALTERS Mulhearn Funeral Home Rayville, LA Services for Kermit Lamar Walters, 97, of Rayville, LA will be 2:00 PM Sunday, December 6, 2009, at Mulhearn Funeral Home Chapel Rayville with Rev. Rayland Trisler and Rev. Phillip Pazhayakari officiating. Internment to follow in Rayville Masonic Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Rayville, LA. Mr. Walters was a graduate of Southern Arkansas University, University of Arkansas, and Louisiana State University, During WW II he served in the United States Army Air Corps in the North African and European Theatres. He was a retired Assistant Superintendant of Richland Parish Schools. He was preceded in death by his parents J. C. and Susie Walters, his first wife Martha Matyska Walters, two brothers Oliver Glynn Walters and John Clinton Walters, Jr. and a sister-in-law Irene Walters. He is survived by his wife Joyce P. Walters of Rayville, LA; a son Dr. Kermit Lamar Walters, Jr. and his wife Dianne of Monroe, LA, and their son K. Lamar Walters, III and his wife Heather of Monroe, LA their daughter Rosalie Walters of New York City; son Randy Gerald Walters and his wife Stephanie of Rayville and their son R.J. Walters, sister-in-law Joy Walters of Rayville, LA. Pallbearers, K. Lamar Walters, III, Zachary Watkins, James G. Powell, R. J. Walters, Alan Haynes and Tony Haynes. Visitation will be from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM Saturday at the funeral home. On line registry/ condolences at www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com

Raymond Franklin Bartee, 46
BASTROP -- Raymond Franklin "Ray" Bartee died Friday. Services are 10 a.m. Monday at Cox Funeral Home. Visitation is 8:30-9:30 a.m. Monday at the funeral home.

Joanna Butler, 47
Joanna Butler of West Monroe, a Walmart employee, died Wednesday. Services are 11 a.m. Dec. 12 at Greater Realness Baptist Church, West Monroe. Visitation is 1-7 p.m. Friday at Miller Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Hasley Cemetery, West Monroe.

Earline Carter, 66
LOS ANGELES -- Earline Carter, a homemaker formerly of Sicily Island, died Nov. 27. Services are 2 p.m. Sunday at Pilgrim Baptist Church, Sicily Island. Visitation is 6-7 p.m. Saturday at Richardson Funeral Home, Winnsboro. Burial will be in the church cemetery.

Prince Carter, 66
Prince Carter of West Monroe died Nov. 27. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Miller Funeral Home, Monroe.

Edward Hollins, 50
Edward Hollins of Monroe, a Redi-Mix employee, died Thursday. Services are 1 p.m. Monday at Funerals by McFarland, Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens.

(Juanita Caldwell Hudson, 82
Juanita Caldwell Hudson of Monroe, a beautician, died Tuesday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery.

Martel Lain Sr., 79
WINNSBORO -- Martel Lain Sr., a retired Union Pacific Railroad foreman and farmer, died Monday. Services are noon Saturday at Mount Zion Church of Christ Holiness, Gilbert. Burial will be in Berry Hill Cemetery under the direction of Richardson and Sims Funeral Home.

Dorothy Jean Moore, 78
SHREVEPORT -- Dorothy Jean Moore, a revenue agent, died Thursday. Services are 11 a.m. Monday at Rock Corner Baptist Church, Dubach. Visitation is 5-7 p.m. Sunday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Ruston. Burial will be in the church cemetery.

George Muse, 91
George Muse of Monroe died Wednesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Miler Funeral Home, Monroe.

Delores Ruth Schanz, 84
RUSTON -- Delores Ruth Schanz, a waitress, died Thursday. Memorial services will be 5:30 p.m. Monday at Trinity United Methodist Church. Visitation is 4 p.m. until service time at the church. Private burial is under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home.

Clifton M. Trim, 76
Clifton M. Trim of West Monroe, a retired carpenter, died Friday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Keith Alan Skinner, 48
FARMERVILLE -- Keith Alan Skinner, a photographer, died Thursday. No services will be held.

Previously acknowledged
Beene, Ruby Williams: 10 a.m. Saturday, Lewis Funeral Home, Inc., Magnolia, Ark.
Bingham, Marcus D.: 1 p.m. Saturday, Newlight Baptist Church, Wisner.
Canterberry Sr., Frankie Lee: 10 a.m. Saturday, Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.
Chandler Jr., Robert J.: 1 p.m. Sunday, Truelight Baptist Church, Winnsboro.
Chisley, Albert: 1 p.m. Monday, Shady Grove AME Church, Mangham.
Coleman Sr., Leander: 11 a.m. Saturday, Shady Grove AME, Mangham.
Glass, James: 11 a.m. Saturday, Mount Zion Baptist Church, Columbia.
Glosson, Brianna Quintina: 1 p.m. Saturday, Pleasant Hill Baptist Church, Spearsville.
Hart, Francis Clyde: 10 a.m. Saturday, Pioneer Baptist Church, Pioneer.
Henry, Arthur D.: 1 p.m. Saturday, St. Clair Baptist Church Cemetery, Chatham.
Hicks II, Leeorn: 11 a.m. Saturday, Zion Hill Baptist Church, Farmerville.
Hill Jr., Simon: 11 a.m. Monday, Jerusalem Baptist Church, Calhoun.
Hooser, Murry Van: 11 a.m. Saturday, Trinity United Methodist Church, Ruston.
Howard, JoAnn McCaskill: 2 p.m. Sunday, Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Oak Grove.
Jackson, Anstwan: 1 p.m. Saturday, Pleasant Grove Baptist Church, Downsville.
Lewis, John: 2 p.m. Sunday, Old Macedonia Baptist Church, Gilbert.
Manning, Gracie: 2 p.m. Saturday, Mary Goss Baptist Church, Monroe.
Matthew, Rosie: 1 p.m. Saturday, Macedonia Missionary Baptist Church, Mer Rouge.
Milton, Terry Dwayne "Bo": 2 p.m. Saturday, Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home, Winnsboro.
Mock, John N.: 11 a.m. Saturday. Greater New Hope Baptist Church, Monroe.
Nash, Marilyn: 11 a.m. Saturday, Delhi High School, Delhi.
Parks, Juanita Kay: noon Saturday, Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Oak Grove.
Payne Jr., George: 11 a.m. Saturday, Philadelphia Baptist Church, Bastrop.
Perkins, Jessie Mae: 11 a.m. Saturday, Fellowship Baptist Church, Simsboro.
Reed, Irving: 1 p.m. Saturday, Riverside Baptist Church, Monroe.
Reeves, Elizabeth "Liz": 10 a.m. Saturday, Crockett Point Baptist Church, near Crowville.
Ross, Le`Edquanesha R.: 1 p.m. Saturday, Northstar Baptist Church, Lake Providence.
Turner, Lonnie Mae: 2 p.m. Saturday, Bloomy Shade Baptist Church, Kilbourne.
White, Allie Lee: 11 a.m. Saturday, Martin Junior High School, Sicily Island.
Williams, Cynthia: 1 p.m. Saturday, St. Matthew Church of God in Christ, Monroe.

December 6, 2009 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

CLIFTON "TIP" TRIM Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mr. Clifton "Tip" Trim, 76 of West Monroe, LA are at 2:00 PM, Monday, December 7, 2009, at the Harvest Church in West Monroe, LA. Rev. Randy Dowdy, Rev. Randy Bardwell, and Pete Gilbert officiating. Interment follows at Kilpatrick's Serenity Gardens, West Monroe under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Mr. Trim was born July 4, 1933 in Port Gibson, Mississippi and passed away December 4, 2009 in West Monroe, LA. He was a retired carpenter. He is survived by his wife, Nancy Perdue Trim, six children, seven step-children, several grandchildren and great grandchildren, four brothers, two sisters and several nieces and nephews. Visitation is Sunday, December 6 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.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com

DOUGLAS "BUZZY" MAY Riser Funeral Home, Columbia, LA Funeral services for Mr. Douglas M. "Buzzy" May, age 66 of Columbia, will be held at 2:00 PM Sunday, December 6, 2009 from the sanctuary of Cross Roads Baptist Church in Grayson with Bro. Barnwell Anderson and Bro. Donald Dulaney officiating. Interment will follow at Cross Roads Cemetery in Grayson. Mr. May was born in Clarks, LA on December 19, 1942 to the union of Hollie Edward and Mary Marie Parker May and went to be with the Lord on December 4, 2009 at LA Extended Care Hospital in West Monroe. A gospel music enthusiast since high school Buzzy was both a pianist and vocalist serving his home churches as well as traveling and singing with his wife, Glenda May and his cousin, Ruby Whitlock as the May Trio for several years. Their travels carried them throughout the south. He also served as vice-president of the Louisiana State Singing Convention, the Tri-State Singing Convention and the National Singing Convention. The many people he met who both admired and respected his involvement and support will feel a deep void from his loss. Buzzy graduated from The Commonwealth College of Sciences in 1966 receiving his degree in Mortuary Sciences. He went to work for Riser and Son Funeral Home thereafter and has remained there these past 45 years having served as manager since 1994. He was dutifully elected as coroner of Caldwell Parish since 1986. For 30 years he and his wife owned and operated the local Flower and Gift Shop until 2008. He received the 2008 Governor's Legacy of Achievement Award from the Caldwell Parish Council on Aging. He was a founder and devoted member of Grace Baptist Church in Grayson where he enjoyed singing and hearing gospel music. Buzzy was a great friend, mentor and community leader who loved the Lord and his family and his passing will be felt deeply by everyone who ever knew him. He was preceded in death by his parents and three brothers: Prentice "Jack" May, Robert "Buster" May and Miles "Pete" May. Survivors include his wife of 42 years; Glenda Puckett May of Columbia, two daughters: Kelly May of Columbia and Kim Wise and husband, Elton "Scooter" of Columbia, two brothers: James "Red" May of Grayson and Mike May of Clute, TX, two sisters: Catherine Kersten and husband, Edward of Brazoria, TX and Marie Tyler and husband, Joe of Columbia, three grandchildren who were the loves of his life: Mackenzie Wise, Jordan Wise and Hunter Wise, sister-in-law; Lora Anne May of Grayson, two special cousins: Helen "Ruby" Whitlock and Barbara Lutrick and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. Pallbearers will be Mark May, Neil Riser, Randy Etheridge, Jerry Mobley, Douglas Kersten, Gary Davis, David Massey and Henry May. Honorary pallbearers will be Charles Clack, Jerry Moseley, Sherri Johnson, Jarrod Brooks, Timothy Weeks, Paul Weeks, Carroll Weeks and Raymond Ray. The family would like to express their thanks to the employees of Riser Funeral Home, the owners and longtime staff of the Flower and Gift Shop, the deacons and members of his Christian family at Grace Baptist Church, the doctors and staff at both Glenwood Regional Medical Center and LA Extended Care Hospital. A special "Thank you" to these people for their love, assistance and care with Buzzy and the family, Charles "Chuck" Clack, Mark May, Dr. Floyd Jones, Dr. Erica Simpson and Bro. Dennis Anger. There are others, but too numerous to name. Any planned memorials may be made to either MDA, 1888 Hudson Circle, Ste. 1, Monroe, LA 71201 or St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN, 38105. Online condolences may be made at www.riserfuneralhomes.com.

MR. CHARLES PERRITT Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mr. Charles Perritt, 75 of Eros, LA is at 11:00 AM, Monday, December 7, 2009 in the chapel of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Interment will follow at Williams Cemetery in Eros, LA under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Mr. Perritt was born December 24, 1933 in Eros, LA and passed away December 5, 2009 in West Monroe. He is a retired shipping clerk at Manville. He was a member of Community of Christ of Eros. He is survived by his wife of 53 years, Mercille Cloud Perritt; daughter, Diane McGuire and husband Jim; son, Dennis Perritt; two granddaughters, Jennifer Leppard and husband Rodney and Amanda McGuire; three great grandchildren, Shelby Leppard, Sydney Leppard, and Brandon Ely; and three brothers, Elvin, Johnny, and Bobby Perritt. Visitation is Sunday, December 6, 2009 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.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com

WILLIAM JACKSON MILLER, SR. Thomas C. Strickland & Sons Funeral Home, Springfield, GA Guyton - William Jackson Miller, Sr., 69, died Friday, December 4, 2009 at his residence. Bill loved the Lord, his family, and his country. He fought an 8 year battle with lung cancer without complaining. If you asked him how he was, his response was always "fantastic". He was loved by many and will be missed by all of his family and friends. The Louisiana native was a member of First Baptist Church of Rincon and graduated from Baptist College of Florida with a Christian Education Degree. He retired from the U.S. Marine Corps after 22 years and the Ouachita Parrish Sheriff's Dept. in Monroe, LA. He was a lifetime member of the D.A.V. He did many things, some only dream about. He flew on Air Force One with 2 different Presidents, was in every country with an Embassy while serving in Hong Kong. Even with all this, his greatest pleasure was in service to God and his family. "Job well done, thou good and faithful servant". He was preceded in death by his parents, V.K. Miller, Sr. and Cleavie Farley Miller; daughter, Lisa Gail Miller; and brother, Vester Miller, Jr. Survivors include his wife, Judy B. Miller of Guyton; children, Rodney and wife Marie Miller of Pt. Wentworth, Robert and wife Sonja Lonadier of Ocala, FL, William J. and wife Carol Miller, II, and David and wife Aline Miller both of Doyline, LA; 14 grandchildren; 3 great-grandchildren; and 2 sisters. Visitation will be 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. Saturday at the funeral home. Funeral services will be 2:00 p.m. Sunday at First Baptist Church of Rincon. Mr. Miller will lie in state from 1:00 p.m. Graveside servcices will be 1:00 p.m. Tuesday, December 8, 2009 at Forest Park Cemetery West in Shreveport, LA. Remembrances may be given to First Baptist Church of Rincon Children's Fund, 201 E. 6th Street, Rincon, GA 31326. Thomas C. Strickland & Sons Funeral Home, Effingham Chapel. 754-6421

Lizzie B. Baker, 78
Lizzie B. Baker of Monroe, a homemaker, died Thursday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Funerals by McFarland, Monroe.

Cecil Tarver Girod, 85
COLUMBIA -- Cecil Tarver Girod, a retired machine operator, died Friday. Services are 10 a.m. Monday at Riser Funeral Home. Visitation is 5-9 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Welcome Home Cemetery, Grayson.

James W. Pounders, 55
RAYVILLE -- James W. Pounders, a catfish farmer, died Friday. Services are 2 p.m. Monday at Brown-Holley Funeral Home. Visitation is 4:30-8 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Greer Cemetery.

Charlotte Robinson, 63
Charlotte Robinson of West Monroe, a Brookshire's employee, died Saturday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Glen Russell, 87
BASTROP -- Glen Russell, a retired International Paper Co. employee and carpenter, died Thursday. Services are 2 p.m. Sunday at Golden Funeral Home. Burial will be in Memorial Park Cemetery.

Kermit Lamar Walters, 97
RAYVILLE -- Kermit Lamar Walters, a retired assistant school superintendent, died Friday. Services are 2 p.m. Sunday at Mulhearn Funeral Home. Burial will be in Rayville Masonic Cemetery.

Previously acknowledged
Bartee, Raymond Franklin: 10 a.m. Monday, Cox Funeral Home, Bastrop.
Butler, Joanna: 11 a.m. Saturday, Greater Realness Baptist Church, West Monroe.
Carter, Erline: 2 p.m. Sunday, Pilgrim Baptist Church, Sicily Island.
Chandler Jr., Robert J.: 1 p.m. Sunday, Truelight Baptist Church, Winnsboro.
Chisley, Albert: 1 p.m. Monday, Shady Grove AME Church, Mangham.
Hill Jr., Simon: 11 a.m. Monday, Jerusalem Baptist Church, Calhoun.
Hollins, Edward: 1 p.m. Monday, Funerals by McFarland, Monroe.
Howard, JoAnn McCaskill: 2 p.m. Sunday, Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Oak Grove.
Lewis, John: 2 p.m. Sunday, Old Macedonia Baptist Church, Gilbert.
Moore, Dorothy Jean: 11 a.m. Monday, Rock Corner Baptist Church, Dubach.
Schanz, Delores Ruth: 5:30 p.m. Monday, Trinity United Methodist Church, Ruston

December 7, 2009 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

CECIL "JACK" EARL Gill First National Funeral Home, Winnsboro, LA. Services for Mr. Cecil "Jack" Earl, 88 of Crowville, LA will be held at 2:00 PM on Wednesday, December 9, 2009 at Magnolia Baptist Church in Crowville. Officiating will be Revs. Ron Ferrington, and Bill Garinger and granddaughter Brandy Borque. Interment will follow at Magnolia Baptist Church Cemetery under the direction of Gill First National Funeral Home Winnsboro. Mr. Earl was born on December 21, 1920 in Winnsboro, LA and went to be with the Lord on December 5, 2009 at Glenwood Medical Center following a long illness. He was a member of Magnolia Baptist Church in Crowille. Jack was a retired mechanical technician for Monroe Armature Works. He is preceded in death by his parents, Thomas Jefferson Earl and Annie Lee Earl, his siblings Irene Juno, Venetta McMurry, Tommy Earl, and grandson Clint Brown. Survivors include his wife of 63 years Dorothy Ward Earl of Crowville, son Arthur Earl and wife Judy of Monroe, LA, daughters Jackie Borque and husband Jerry of Athens, TX, Debbie Wygal and husband Randy of Baskin, LA, and Sandra Knowles and husband Fred of Heath, TX. Grandchildren; Tonya Anderson and Brandy Borque of Athens, TX, Angie Rover and husband Rick of Peachtree City, GA, Amy Allen and husband Benny of Collierville, TN, April Martindale and husband Andy of West Monroe, Scott Wygal and wife Stacy of Baskin, Chris Wygal and wife Joani of Crowville, LA and Whitney and Ryan Knowles of Dallas, TX. 13 dearly loved great-grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews. Pallbearers will be Paul McMurry, Kirk McMurry, Bruce McMurry, Kent Nichols, Randall Garvin, and Eddie Earl. Honorary Pallbearers include Scott Wygal, Chris Wygal, Larry Waggoner, Bumpy Temple, Gary Carrol, and Troy Temple. Visitation will begin at 5:00 PM on Tuesday, December 8, 2009 at Gill First National Funeral Home in Winnsboro. Online guest register at www.gillfirstnational.com

CHARLOTTE DELANE ROBINSON Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA A Celebration of life for Mrs. Charlotte DeLane Robinson, 63, of West Monroe, LA will be held at 1:00 P.M. Tuesday, December 8, 2009 at the Ouachita Baptist Church in West Monroe, LA with Rev. Dennis Hensley and Rev. Marshall Douglas officiating. Interment will follow in the Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Mrs. Robinson was born on November 21, 1946 and passed away on December 5, 2009 at the Landmark Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in West Monroe, LA. She was a longtime member and organist of the Ouachita Baptist Church. Mrs. Robinson retired from the Brookshire's Grocery Company after a 30+ year career. She is preceded in death by her husband, Charles "Rock" Robinson. Being an only child, her survivors include her daughters, Debbie Fontaine and husband Tim of Longview, TX, and Tammy Simms and husband Norman of Epps, LA; grandchildren, Sarah and Cailynn Simms and Mykayla Fontaine. Visitation will be held from 5:00 P.M. until 8:00 P.M. Monday, December 7, 2009 at Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Memorials may be made to the Beaconhill Hospice Foundation Inc., P.O. Box 5908 Longview, TX 75608 or to the Ouachita Baptist Church Building Fund. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com

FAYE CORLEY WHITE Cox Funeral Home Delhi, LA. Funeral services for Mrs. Faye Corley White, 85, of Delhi formerly of Epps will be held at 3:00 PM, Monday, December 7, 2009 at the Epps Baptist Church with Rev. Johnny Smith and Rev. Jay Morgan officiating. Burial will be in the Epps Community Cemetery. Visitation will be held at Epps Baptist Church from 5:00 PM until 9:00 PM Sunday and from 10AM until service time. Mrs. White was a member of the Epps Baptist Church and was retired from the Cafeteria Department of Epps School. She is preceded in death by her parents, Robert Mack Davis and Belva Thomas Fuller Davis; three sisters, Mabel Stockstill, Helen Rarrick and Lolita Hall; one brother, Griffin Davis and her two husbands, Clyde J. Corley and Charles White. She is survived by one son, Clyde Corley and wife Debbie of Epps, four granddaughters, Deena Holley & husband Michael of Pineville, LA, Melinda Russell & husband Kevin of Epps, LA, Tommie Corley of Bossier City, LA and Tiffany Cavalier & husband Clayton of Shreveport, LA; one sister, Norma Sealy of Tuscaloosa, AL and five great grandchildren. Pallbearers will be Clyde Fuller, Larry Copes, Jerry Green, Doug Ed Fairchild, Don Gwin and Ronnie Powell. Honorary pallbearers will be Freddy Corley, Ronnie Corley, Robert Mack Rarrick, Jimmy Corley and David McVay. To leave a message of condolence to the family please visit our website at www.coxfuneral.com.

GAIL CARTER WALKER Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mrs. Gail Carter Walker, 51, of West Monroe are at 2:00 PM on Tuesday, December 8th, 2009, at the Whites Ferry Road Church of Christ with Ministers Alan Robertson and Paul Stevens and Pastor Mark Foster officiating. Interment follows at Kilpatrick's Serenity Gardens in West Monroe under the direction of the Kilpatrick Funeral Home of West Monroe. Gail was born September 29th, 1958 in Monroe, LA and passed away on Sunday, December 6th, 2009 in Monroe. She was a beautician and owned Short and Sassy Beauty Shop in Monroe. She was preceded in death by her father James Richard Carter and grandparents Mr. and Mrs. Vernon Carter and Mr. Emery Absher. She is survived by her husband, DeWayne Walker; daughter Sara Crowell Lloyd and husband DeJuan of Monroe; son Jeremy Crowell and wife Catherine of Monroe; step-son David Walker and wife Kristi of West Monroe; step-daughter Heather Walker Rogers and husband Mark of West Monroe; grandchildren Destiny, Dylan, Abigail, and Grady Paul Crowell of Monroe and Austin and Jackson Walker of West Monroe; mother and dad Frances Absher Woodham and Dr. Lamar Woodham of Monroe; grandmother Carlette Burgess Absher, formerly of Girard, LA; brother Larry Carter of Vicksburg, MS; sister Cherie Carter Henson and husband Mark of Forney, TX; stepbrothers Steve Woodham and wife Cindy of Tulsa, OK and Rick Woodham of Bangkok, Thailand; sister-in-law LaRhonda Walker Lenard and husband Terry of West Monroe; brother-in-law Lynn Walker and wife Gina of West Monroe; father-in-law Charles Walker and wife Margie of Wisner, LA; special aunt and uncle Patricia and Alan Thompson of Holly Ridge, LA; and many special nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Pallbearers are Donnie Tillman, Thomas Hudson, James and Mark Shipley, Heath Fife, and Gary Monzingo. Honorary pallbearers are nephews and Dr. Ron Hammett, Dr. Don Hammett, and Dr. Charles Morgan. Visitation is Monday, December 7th, 2009, from 5:00 PM until 9:00 PM at Kilpatrick Funeral Home of West Monroe. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com

MARILYN JANE SWIFT IRBY Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mrs. Marilyn Jane Swift Irby, will be 11:00 A. M. Tuesday, December 8, 2009, at Grace Episcopal Church. Officiating will be Father Gregg Riley. Interment will follow at Roselawn Memorial Gardens in Calhoun, Louisiana under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Homes of Monroe. The family will receive friends starting at 10:00 A.M. until service time in Kilbourne Hall at Grace Episcopal Church. Marilyn is survived by her daughter and son-in-law, Ann and Woody Smithey of Ruston, Louisiana; three loving grandsons, Lyle, Hayden, and Jack Smithey of Ruston, Louisiana; her daughter, Marie Irby of Charlotte, North Carolina; her sister, Harriett Swift of Marietta, Georgia; and cousins, Jean Shaw of Oklahoma, City, Oklahoma, Bebe Reiner and her husband, Paul, of Lawton, Oklahoma, and Jeme' McBride and her husband, Ray McQuaid, of Mountain View, Oklahoma, and Jacquie Harkins of San Antonio, Texas and numerous other loving cousins. Marilyn was preceded in death by her husband, Dr. Donald Wesley Irby of Monroe, her mother and father, Mary Iva Swift and Lionel Vance Swift, and her stepmother, Lucille Potts Swift of Marietta, Georgia. Marilyn was born June 15, 1934, in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. She attended Oklahoma University in Norman, Oklahoma, and was a member of Delta Gamma Sorority. She met her husband, Don there, and they married in 1958. Marilyn loved her family and was especially fond of her three grandsons. She was a devoted mother, doting grandmother, and dear friend. Marilyn was a member of the Ouachita Parish Medical Auxiliary and the Junior Charity League of Monroe. She was one of the driving forces in the collection of recipes and publication of the Cotton Country Cookbook. Marilyn was a gifted teacher and served on the faculties of River Oaks School and Grace Episcopal Middle School of Monroe. She was tough on her students because her goal of excellence was to make sure her students gained knowledge they needed and deserved. Many of her former students have said that everything they learned about English was in her classroom. Marilyn had a great sense of humor and was a lady. She loved all forms of literature, and she loved to plant herbs that she used in every wonderful dish she took great pride in perfecting. She will be dearly missed by all of her family and friends. Our family wants to acknowledge our sincere appreciation of the care she received from her doctors: Ronald Hammett, M.D., Barry Weinberger, M.D., and Don Marx, M.D. We also express our thanks to the nurses in the Skilled Care Unit at Glenwood Medical Center for their kindness and care. Special thanks to her sitters, Dianne Addams, Debra Carr, and Betty Foy for the love and prayers they brought to her. Pallbearers will be Woody Smithey, Lyle Smithey, Hayden Smithey, Prentice Norred, Paul Tennis, Jr., and Will Sartor. Honorary pallbearers will be Dr. Paul Tennis, Sr., Don Stinson, Dr. Ron Hammett, and Jack Smithey and Dr. Daniel W. Sartor. In lieu of flowers, we ask that donations be made to Grace Episcopal Church, Grace Episcopal School or to the donor's choice. Online condolences may be made to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com.

Doris G. Hand, 84
RUSTON -- Doris G. Hand, a retired nurse, died Saturday. Services are 10 a.m. Wednesday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home. Visitation is 5-7 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home. Burial is in Greenwood Cemetery.

Barbara Hoggatt, 71
VIDALIA -- Barbara N. Hoggatt died Sunday. Arrangements are incomplete at Young's Funeral Home in Ferriday.

Marion E. Hood, 80
GOOSE CREEK -- Marion Elizabeth (Liz) Hood, a retired Lincoln General Hospital employee, died Saturday. Services are at 2 p.m. Tuesday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home in Ruston. Visitation is 5-7 p.m. Monday at the funeral home. Burial is in St. Rest Cemetery near Dubach.

Eiko A. McVay, 74
Eiko A. McVay of Calhoun, a chef, died Sunday. Services are 2 p.m. Wednesday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home.

Charles Perritt, 75
EROS -- Charles Perritt, a shipping clerk, died Saturday. Services are 11 a.m. Monday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Burial is in Williams Cemetery.

Brenda Ramsey, 60
KELLY -- Brenda Ramsey, a homemaker, died Friday. Services are 2 p.m. Tuesday at Riser Funeral Home in Columbia. Visitation is 5-9 p.m. Monday at the funeral home. Burial is in Olla Cemetery.

Clifton Trim, 76
Clifton "Tip" Trim of West Monroe, a retired carpenter, died Friday. Services are 2 p.m. Monday at Harvest Church in West Monroe. Burial is in Kilpatrick's Serenity Gardens under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Faye C. White, 85
DELHI -- Faye Corley White, formerly of Epps, died Saturday. Services are at 3 p.m. Monday at Epps Baptist Church. Burial is in Epps Cemetery under the direction of Cox Funeral Home-Delhi.

Previously acknowledged
Bartee, Raymond Franklin: 10 a.m. Monday, Cox Funeral Home, Bastrop.
Butler, Joanna: 11 a.m. Saturday, Greater Realness Baptist Church, West Monroe.
Chisley, Albert: 1 p.m. Monday, Shady Grove AME Church, Mangham.
Girod, Cecil Tarver: 10 a.m. Monday, at Riser Funeral Home, Columbia.
Hill Jr., Simon: 11 a.m. Monday, Jerusalem Baptist Church, Calhoun.
Hollins, Edward: 1 p.m. Monday, Funerals by McFarland, Monroe.
Moore, Dorothy Jean: 11 a.m. Monday, Rock Corner Baptist Church, Dubach.
Pounders, James W.: 2 p.m. Monday at Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Rayville.
Schanz, Delores Ruth: 5:30 p.m. Monday, Trinity United Methodist Church, Ruston.

December 8, 2009 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

EARNEST "STINKY" TURNER, SR. Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mr. Earnest "Stinky" Turner, Sr., 64, of West Monroe are at 10:00 AM on Wednesday, December 9th, 2009, at Kilpatrick Funeral Home Chapel in West Monroe, La. Pastor Joel Dyke will officiate. Interment follows at Roselawn Memorial Gardens in Calhoun, La. under the direction of the Kilpatrick Funeral Home of West Monroe. Mr. Turner was born June 30, 1945 in Monroe, LA and passed away on Sunday, December 6th, 2009 in West Monroe, La. He retired as superintendent with Steve Rugg Construction. He was preceded in death by his father; Johnnie H. Turner, mother; Willie Mae Turner, brother; Robert Turner. He is survived by his wife of 30 years; Shirley Watson Turner, daughter; Angel Turner Dyke and husband Joel, son; Earnest Turner, Jr. and wife Jessica, brother; John Turner and wife Nellie, sister; Jeannie Turner Stewart and husband Mack, sister in law; Shirley Turner, grandchildren; Hannah Dyke, Rebekah Dyke, Earnest Michael Turner, Annalee Turner, Isabella Turner, nieces; Debbie Earl, Robin Turner, Jerrilyn Frasier and husband Jim, nephew; Todd Turner and wife Anna, great nieces; Allison, Dylan, Turner, Kinman. Also survived by a host of family and friends. Pallbearers are Richard Gross, Sandy Sanford, Jerry Phillips, Ronnie Sanford, Ronald Carter, Jim Frasier. Visitation is Tuesday, December 8th, 2009, from 5:00 to 8:00 PM at Kilpatrick Funeral Home of West Monroe. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com

EDWARD MARION HUACUJA, JR. Crawford-A Crim Funeral Home, Henderson, TX Memorial services for Edward Marion Huacuja Jr., age 62, of Henderson, formerly of Winnsboro, La., will be held at a later date. Interment will be in Chase Cemetery in Winnsboro, La under the direction of Crawford-A Crim Funeral Home in Henderson, Texas.

EIKO A. "MICKEY" MCVAY Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Funeral services for Mrs. Eiko A. "Mickey" McVay, 74, of Calhoun, are at 2:00PM on Wednesday, December 9th, 2009, in the Chapel of the Kilpatrick Funeral Home of West Monroe with Rev. Larry Hibbard officiating. Born November 17th, 1935 in Naha, Okinawa, she passed away on Sunday, December 6th, 2009, in West Monroe, LA. Mrs. McVay was a chef at Chef Hans and Tony's Restaurant for many years. A member of First Baptist Church, she was preceded in death by her husband, Fred McVay, Jr. on January 7th, 2007. Survivors include son, Fred K. McVay, Sr., and wife, Glenda; daughters, Karen Lynn Nizza and husband, John, and Kathy McVay Bachman and husband, Phil; a granddaughter, Deeana Ege and husband, Josh; and grandsons Freddy McVay and Jonathan Nizza. Visitation is Tuesday evening, December 8th, 2009, at Kilpatrick Funeral Home of West Monroe. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com

ELIZABETH (LISA) EPPINETTE KOLB Young's Funeral Home, El Dorado, AR Elizabeth (Lisa) Eppinette Kolb, 56, of El Dorado, Arkansas, passed away Sunday, December 6, 2009, at the Medical Center of South Arkansas. Lisa was born July 14, 1953 in Frankfort, Germany. She came to live in the United States in 1963. Lisa was a 1972 graduate of Start High School. She was a long time employee of ConAgra and a nursery attendant at Kiddie Kastle. Lisa was an excellent cook and enjoyed spending time with her family and friends. She was preceded in death by her husband Billy Kolb and grandparents, Maria and Frederick Kranz of Germany and Mamie and Ben Eppinette of Start, LA. She is survived by parents, Frieda and Benjamin Eppinette of Start, LA. The light of her life were her children and grandchildren; 2 sons, David Andrew Kolb, John Christopher Kolb and wife, Teresa, daughter Diana Lynn Langly and husband Joe, and eight grandchildren and special friend, Betty Wescaster, all of El Dorado, Ark. A memorial service will be held by the family at a later date.

MARGARET TAYLOR GRIGSBY Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Rayville, LA. The family will hold private services for Margaret Taylor Grigsby, 77, of Rayville, LA under the direction of Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Rayville, LA. Mrs. Grigsby was born September 11, 1932 in Mangham, LA and passed away Monday, December 07, 2009 in Rayville, LA. Mrs. Grigsby attended Mt. Calvary Baptist Church of Rayville. She was preceded in death by her husband, Leon Grigsby. Survivors include her children, Annette Dopson of Monroe, Vickie Grigsby and friend, Rob Borgognoni of Rayville, Karen Gilley and husband, Donald of Rayville, and Tim Grigsby and wife, Lisa of Abita Springs, LA; and grandchildren, Joel A. Dopson, Lea Gilley, Ashley Dopson, Barry Farnell, Bryce Grigsby, and Brady Grigsby.

REV. SIMUEL B. "S. B." BOYETT Smith Funeral Home, Inc. Greenville, MS. Funeral services for Rev. S. B. Boyett will be 2:00 PM Tuesday, December 8, 2009 at Baskin Baptist Church in Baskin, LA. He died Friday, December 4, 2009 at Delta Regional Medical Center in Greenville, MS. Visitation will be Tuesday, December 8, 2009 from 12:00 Noon until service time at Baskin Baptist Church. Burial will be in Masonic Cemetery in Crowville, LA Brother Boyett was born July 23, 1925 in Dunn, LA to Simuel and Ida Boyett. He moved to Urania, LA at an early age with his family where he grew up. He attended school in Rayville, LA where he graduated high school. He attended Baptist College at William Carey College in Hattiesburg, MS where he graduated in 1975. He is a U. S. Navy Veteran serving during WWII in the South Pacific as a corpman. He served in the Ministry for 60 years, and pastored church's in California, Louisiana and Mississippi. He was preceded in death by his wife of 58 years, Lessie Boyett October 4, 2000, his son, Bobby Boyett in 1999, his parents, Simuel and Ida Boyett, 2 brothers, Bill Boyett and Dub Boyett and his sister, Clorine Merideth. He is survived by his son and daughter-in-law, Rev. Donnie and Linda Boyett of Lake Providence, LA., 2 daughters, Kathy Day and her husband Dennis of Greenville, MS. and Mary L. Blacksher of Alexandria, LA and his daughter-in-law, Millie Boyett of Katy, TX., 10 grandchildren, numerous great grandchildren and 1 great great grandchild. Rev. Donnie Boyett will officiate the services.

REV. WILLIAM EDWIN GREEN Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral services for Rev. William Edwin Green, 75, of West Monroe, LA will be held at 3:00 PM, Thursday, December 10, 2009 in the chapel of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Bro. Michael McIntosh will officiate. Interment to follow at Roselawn Memorial Gardens Calhoun, LA under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Rev. Green was born April 11, 1934 in Temple, Texas and passed away December 7, 2009 in Monroe, LA. He was preceded in death by his wife, Gail Green. Rev. Green is survived by his daughters; Brenda Green, Kayren Green Vickery and husband Mark; sons, Ernest Green and wife Susan, John Lawson Green and wife Teresa and William E. (Billy) Green, Jr. and wife Tammi; granddaughters; Christy C. Johnson and husband Jeremy, Kerry Vickery, Patricia Green, Jenny Green, Anna Lee Green, Emma Susan Green; grandsons, Jake E. Vickery, Ernest Green, Jr. and wife Audrey, Steven Green, John Lawson Green, Jr. and wife Megan, Cody Green and wife Amber, William Edwin Green III, (Billy); great-granddaughters, Aryn Johnson and Raylee Green. Visitation will be Thursday, December 10, 2009 from 2:00 PM until service time at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe, LA. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com

Barbara Hoggatt, 71
VIDALIA -- Barbara N. Hoggatt died Sunday. Arrangements are incomplete at Young's Funeral Home in Ferriday.

Eiko A. McVay, 74
Eiko A. McVay of Calhoun, a chef, died Sunday. Services are 2 p.m. Wednesday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home.

Charles Perritt, 75
EROS -- Charles Perritt, a shipping clerk, died Saturday. Services are 11 a.m. Monday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Burial is in Williams Cemetery.

Previously acknowledged
Bartee, Raymond Franklin: 10 a.m. Monday, Cox Funeral Home, Bastrop.
Butler, Joanna: 11 a.m. Saturday, Greater Realness Baptist Church, West Monroe.
Chisley, Albert: 1 p.m. Monday, Shady Grove AME Church, Mangham.
Girod, Cecil Tarver: 10 a.m. Monday, at Riser Funeral Home, Columbia.
Hill Jr., Simon: 11 a.m. Monday, Jerusalem Baptist Church, Calhoun.
Hollins, Edward: 1 p.m. Monday, Funerals by McFarland, Monroe.
Moore, Dorothy Jean: 11 a.m. Monday, Rock Corner Baptist Church, Dubach.
Pounders, James W.: 2 p.m. Monday at Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Rayville.
Schanz, Delores Ruth: 5:30 p.m. Monday, Trinity United Methodist Church, Ruston.

December 9, 2009 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

BRENDA RAMSEY Riser Funeral Home, Columbia, LA From the family of Mrs. Brenda Ramsey we request that you do not send flowers. The family would appreciate donations to Riser Funeral Home, Columbia, LA. Graveside services will be held on Wednesday, December 9, 2009 at 2:00 p.m. at Olla Cemetery Thank you the family.

DARWIN WADE PIERCE Mulhearn Funeral Home Rayville, LA Services for Darwin Wade Pierce, 44, of Cannelton, Indiana will be 2:00 PM, Thursday, December 10, 2009 in the Mulhearn Funeral Home Chapel in Rayville, LA with the Rev. Roger Johnson officiating, under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Rayville, LA. Mr. Pierce was an electrician, an avid fisherman and hunter, and all around outdoorsman. He is preceded in death by his father, T. C. Pierce. He is survived by his mother-Maudie Pierce of Rayville, LA, two sisters-Ledatha Pierce of Rayville, LA and Rhonda Pierce, and husband, Jessie DeFreese of Dunn, LA, five brothers-Therrell Louis Pierce, and wife Barbara, of Boyce, LA, Glenn Edward Pierce, and wife, Kathy of Rayville, LA, Dennis Randall Pierce, and wife Jane, of Start, LA, Samuel Scott Pierce, and wife, Reva of Swartz, LA, Gordon Russell Pierce, and wife, Ginger of Start, LA, and numerous nieces and nephews. Pallbearers will be James Bond, David Templeton, Johnny Max Livingston, Brad Camp, Randy Berry, and Conrad Mott. Visitation will be 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM Wednesday, December 9, 2009 at the Mulhearn Funeral Home Chapel. Online registry/condolences at www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com

ERNEST CALVIN GRUBBS Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mr. Ernest Calvin Grubbs, 85, of Monroe, LA will be held at 10:00 AM, Thursday, December 10, 2009 in the chapel of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Rev. David Smith will officiate. Interment to follow at Mulhearn Memorial Park, Monroe, LA under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Mr. Grubbs was born November 25, 1924 in Kilbourne, LA and passed away December 8, 2009 in Monroe, LA. He was retired from Flavorich Dairy after 30 years. Mr. Grubbs was preceded in death by wife, Katherine Grubbs, a son, Max Grubbs and a granddaughter, Cindy Grubbs Joiner. Mr. Grubbs is survived by his wife Exie Rabun Grubbs; 3 children, Donnie Grubbs and wife Cindy, Wayne Grubbs and wife Sandy and Jayla Turlington and husband Robert; sister, Betty Sue Wilson and husband Dale; 3 step-children, 12 grandchildren and a special great-grandchild Destiny Grubbs and 3 great-great grandchildren and special caretaker, Evelyn Webb and best friend Peanut. Pallbearers will be Jonathan Brantley, Ronnie Dennis, Billy Joyner and James Stamper, Gary Taylor and Cecil Schuman. Honorary pallbearers will be James Coley and Ed Creel. Visitation will be held Wednesday from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM at Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com

LENA GREGORY Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Funeral services for Mrs. Lena Gregory, 68, of West Monroe, LA will be held at 1:00 PM, Friday, December 11, 2009, at New Chapel Hill Baptist Church. Rev. Charles Dupree and Rev. Phillip Smith, III will officiate. Interment to follow at New Chapel Hill Baptist Church Cemetery under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe, LA. Mrs. Gregory was born December 9, 1940, in Kilbourne, LA and passed away December 8, 2009, in Farmerville, LA. Mrs. Gregory was preceded in death by her father, John I. Watson and mother, Juanita Dupree Mallory; husband, Carl H. Gregory and step-daughter, Tommie Sue Smith. She enjoyed traveling, cooking for her family and spending time with her grandchildren. She was a beautician for many years and retired from the Sheriff's Office after 20 years of service. Mrs. Gregory is survived by children: Vevia Pearson Sturm and husband Matt; Johnny Pearson and wife Lori and Desiree' Gregory; step-daughter, Sharon Gregory Smith; step-son-in-law, Phillip Smith, III; grandchildren: Brent Newberry, Hannah Taggart, Robin Bracknell, Heather Pearson, Patrick Goodwin, Ryne Goodwin, Pace Pearson, Dr. Melissa Smith Traxler, Jodie Smith, Tammie Smith, John Harrell and Mike Harrell; sisters, Pat Oglesbee and husband Lantis and Evelyn Lewis and husband Billy. Pallbearers will be Tahji Brown, Billy Giltner, Kent Hughes, Victor Mahoney, Ricky Martin and Kevin Waalk. Honorary pallbearer will be Jimmie Lee. A special thanks to Healthsouth Specialty Hosptial, Farmervile Nursing and Rehab Care and Professional Hospice of Ruston for their personal care and their emotional support they provided to Mrs. Gregory and the family. Visitation will be held Thursday, December 10, 2009, from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM at Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe and Friday from 12:00 noon until 1:00 PM at the church. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com

SARAH LEE WATSON RIGHTSELL Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road, Monroe, LA. Funeral services for Mrs. Sarah Lee Watson Rightsell, 91, of Monroe, LA will be held at 2:00 PM Thursday, December 10, 2009 in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe with The Reverend George T. Walker officiating. Interment will follow at Riverview Cemetery. Mrs. Rightsell passed away Sunday, December 6, 2009. She was a member of ST. Alban's Episcopal Church. She was preceded in death by her husband, Delbert Rightsell. Survivors include her son Philip Rightsell and wife Linda; four grandchildren, Tim Rightsell, Chris Rightsell and wife Meribeth, Karen Crain and husband Billy, and Jamey Morrison; and seven great grandchildren. Pallbearers will be Tim Rightsell, Chris Rightsell, John Harrell, Tom Gilley, Randy Walker, and Gerald Cummins. Visitation will be from 1:00 PM until 2:00 PM Thursday, December 10, 2009 at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com

Aaron C. Bowman Jr., 60
CLAYTON -- Aaron Charles Bowman Jr., a retired warehouseman with Armstrong Rubber and Tire Co. and farmer, died Monday. Services are 2 p.m. Thursday at Comer Funeral Home, Ferriday. Visitation is 5-7 p.m. Wednesday. Burial will be in Greenlawn Memorial Park, Natchez, Miss.

Joanna Butler, 47
Joanna Butler of West Monroe, a Walmart employee, died Wednesday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Greater Realness Church, West Monroe. Visitation is 1-7 p.m. Friday at Miller Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Hasley Cemetery, West Monroe.

Clinton Gilbert Goss, 89
LILLIE -- Clinton Gilbert Goss, an electrical engineer, died Tuesday. Graveside services are 2 p.m. Thursday at Union Grove Cemetery, near Lillie. Visitation is 10 a.m. until 1 p.m. Thursday at Farrar Funeral Home, Farmerville.

Kenneth E. Griswold Sr., 86
Kenneth E. Griswold Sr. of West Monroe, a retired teacher, died Monday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Angela Milam Hood, 45
DUBACH -- Angela Milam Hood, a secretary, died Sunday. Memorial services are 2 p.m. Dec. 16 at Corinth Baptist Church, Dubach. Arrangements are under the direction of Owens Memorial Chapel Funeral Home, Ruston.

Jane LeBlanc, 86
FERRIDAY -- Jane LeBlanc, died Tuesday. Memorial services are 11 a.m. Saturday at First Presbyterian Church. Arrangements are under the direction of Young's Funeral Home.

Eiko A. McVay, 74
Eiko A. McVay of Calhoun, a chef, died Sunday. Services are 2 p.m. Wednesday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

George Muse, 91
George Muse of Monroe, an educator, died Wednesday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at St. Matthew Catholic Church, Monroe. Visitation is 1-5 p.m. Friday with family time from 5-7 p.m. at Miller Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in the church cemetery.

Brenda Duchesne Ramsey, 60
KELLY -- Brenda Duchesne Ramsey, a homemaker, died Friday. Graveside services are 2 p.m. Wednesday at Olla Cemetery, Olla. Arrangements are under the direction of Riser Funeral Home, Columbia.

Betty Steele Smith, 76
MONTEREY -- Betty Steele Smith, died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Young's Funeral Home, Ferriday.

Lee Bertha Smith, 74
Lee Bertha Smith of Monroe, an educator, died Friday. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at Orange Hill Baptist Church, Alto. Visitation is 1-5 p.m. Friday with family time from 5-7 p.m. at Miller Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in the church cemetery.

Earnest E. Turner Sr., 64
Earnest Edmond Turner Sr. of West Monroe, a construction superintendent, died Sunday. Services are 10 a.m. Wednesday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Burial will be in Roselawn Memorial Gardens, Calhoun.

Frank Wilcox, 62
RUSTON -- Frank Wilcox, retired from the Air Force, died Monday. Graveside services are 2 p.m. Thursday at Sibley Cemetery, Choudrant. Arrangements are under the direction of Owens Memorial Chapel Funeral Home, Ruston.

Previously acknowledged
Earl, Cecil "Jack": 2 p.m. Wednesday, Magnolia Baptist Church, near Winnsboro.

Hale Sr., William David: 2 p.m. Wednesday, Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe.

Hand, Doris G.: 10 a.m. Wednesday, Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Ruston.

Ragland Sr., Thomas Earl "Bubby": 2 p.m. Wednesday, Cox Funeral Home, Lake Providence.

December 10, 2009 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

CHLOE BEARD MURPHY Rose-Neath Funeral Home, Arcadia, LA. Celebration of Life services will be held for Chloe Beard Murphy at Alabama Baptist Church, on Friday, December 11, 2009 at 2:00 p.m. Dr. Marcus Murphy, nephew of Mrs. Murphy, will officiate, and will be assisted by Dr. Johnie Adkins and Rev. Bruce Willson. The family will receive friends at Rose-Neath Funeral Home in Arcadia from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM on Thursday, December 10. The interment will follow the service at the Alabama Cemetery. Mrs. Murphy was born September 10, 1918, in Claiborne Parish, to Vert Beard and Mai Hood Beard. She ended her earthly journey on December 10, 2010. Chloe Murphy was a faithful servant to her Lord and as a member of Alabama Baptist Church her entire life. Mrs. Murphy is preceded in death by her husband Morris Murphy and brothers Ralph Beard, her twin brother Claude Beard and G. B. Beard. She is survived by her daughter Marcia Murphy DeMoss and husband Raymond, sons Randall Morrison Murphy and wife Jan and Ken Beard Murphy. Grandchildren Thomas Morrison DeMoss and wife Cindy, Ken Todd DeMoss and wife Amanda, Carrie Murphy Miller and husband Clint and Angela Elaine Murphy. Step-Grandchildren Anna and Parker Mitchell. Great-Grandchildren Murphy Louise DeMoss, Johnson Davis DeMoss, Austin Murphy Miller and Ethan Miller. Pallbearers will be Thomas DeMoss, Todd DeMoss, Raymond DeMoss, Joe Storey, Stan Beard, Kerry Beard, Hines E. Rogers, and Buck Kemp. Honorary pallbearers will be Deacons of Alabama Baptist Church, J. T. Pyles, Michael Bell, Winston Ray Mills, Gregory D. Mills and Jesse Roberson. After the death of her husband, Mrs. Murphy and her two sons continued the family tradition of operating Murphy's Gulf Service Station. She was awarded the Gulf President's Citation Award in 1971 and President's Dealer Honor Council in 1973. In 1978, the decision was made to relocate and add a Goodyear Dealership. After 29 years of service, she retired in 1999. In 2002, she was honored with the Chamber of Commerce Heritage Award. She will be remembered by her faithfulness to her church, dedication to her family and warm, smiling personality to the community of Arcadia. Memorials may be made to Alabama Baptist Church or Alabama Cemetery Fund, 16510 Hwy 151, Arcadia, LA 71001. Rose-Neath Funeral Home Arcadia Chapel 318-263-2094.

EDWARD LEE KEPPER, SR. Griffin Funeral Home, West Monroe, LA. Services for Edward Lee Kepper, Sr., 56 of West Monroe will be held Saturday, December 12,2009 at 2:00 p.m. at Fishnet Worship Center under the direction of Griffin Funeral Home with Brother Russell Rhodes officiating. Visitation will be held Friday, December 11, 2009 at Fishnet Worship Center from 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. and Saturday 12:00 p.m. until time of service. Edward was born January 5, 1953 in Independent, La. Edward worked many years with his friends at Jabar Corporation. Mr. Kepper went to be with his Lord Jesus on December 9, 2009. Edward is preceded in death by his mother Julia Kepper, father Edward O. Kepper, sister Gaynell Langley and Rosalee Leglier and brother Harvey Phelps. He is survived by his wife, Geneva Kepper, daughters Lisa McGivney, Tonya Owens and husband John, son Eddie Kepper, Jr. and Jessica Haynes, stepchildren, Renea Gilbert and husband Pete, Misti Robinson and husband Greg and Michael Dickey and wife Misty. He is survived by his grandchildren, Scott Evans, Shelby McGivney, Monica Gilbert, Audrey Owens, Rayne Holton, Taylor Kepper, Gabe Dickey, Marcella McGivney, Emily Owens, Ryan Kepper, Dalton Kepper and Jacob Kepper. He is also survived by brothers Gene Kepper, Carl Ray Phelps and sister Edna Lambert. Ed is survived also by many brothers and sisters in Christ. Pallbearers will be Willie Richardson, Wayne Ates, Quincy Carr, Sr., LeRoy Burton, John Robinson and Pete Gilbert. Honorary Pallbearers are John, David, Randy, Bubba and Putter Putnam. Interment will be at Kilpatrick Serenity Garden.

MRS. BESSIE MAVIS HOOKS BABB Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road, Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mrs. Bessie Mavis Hooks Babb, 91, of Monroe, will be held at 2:30 PM Friday, December 11, 2009, at Mulhearn Memorial Park Mausoleum chapel with Rev. William Smith officiating. Interment will follow at Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Mrs. Babb passed away Wednesday, December 09, 2009, at St. Francis Medical Center. She attended Monticello A&M College and graduated from Northeast Louisiana State College. Mrs. Babb was a member of Lakeshore Baptist Church and Delta Kappa Gamma. She was an elementary school teacher in Morehouse Parish for over forty years. Mrs. Babb was preceded in death by her husband, Rev. Keith F. Babb; son, Bobby Babb; sister, Oleta Smith; and brother, Billy Hooks. Survivors include her son, Keith Babb and wife Carolyn; grandson, Bryan Babb; granddaughter, Keena Antley; great-granddaughter, Aden Antley; and two sisters, Mamie Herring and Thelma Mabray. Visitation will be Friday from 1:00 PM until 2:30 PM at Mulhearn Memorial Park Mausoleum chapel. Memorials may be made to Louisiana Baptist Children's Home, Goodfellows, or the charity of your choice. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com

Barbara Sue Aldredge, 68
Barbara Sue Aldredge of Monroe, a homemaker, died Wednesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe.

Lizzie B. Baker, 78
Lizzie B. Baker of Monroe, a homemaker, died Thursday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at Hopewell Baptist Church, Mangham. Visitation is 1-6 p.m. Friday at Richardson Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in the church cemetery.

Aiden Mathew Bray, infant
LAKE PROVIDENCE -- Aiden Mathew Bray, the infant son of Shane and Ashley Hull Bray, died Tuesday. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at First Baptist Church. Visitation is 10 a.m. Saturday until service time at the church.

Eugene Brooks, 77
HOUSTON -- Eugene Brooks, formerly of Monroe, a maintenance employee, died Monday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville.

Hazel Esters, 74
TALLULAH -- Hazel Esters, a certified nursing assistant, died Friday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at First Colored Baptist Church. Visitation is 6-7 p.m. Friday at Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville. Burial will be in Oakwood Cemetery.

Sammy Ray Evans, 74
Sammy Ray Evans of West Monroe, a retired correctional officer, died Sunday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

William Edwin Green, 75
William Edwin Green of West Monroe, a retired minister, died Monday. Services are 3 p.m. Thursday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Visitation is 2 p.m. Thursday until service time. Burial will be in Roselawn Memorial Gardens.

Ernest Calvin Grubbs, 85
Ernest Calvin Grubbs of Monroe, a retired milkman, died Tuesday. Services are 10 a.m. Thursday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery.

William 'Sonny' Heath, 89
RAYVILLE -- William Talmadge "Sonny" Heath, a store manager, died Wednesday. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at First Baptist Church. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Friday at Brown-Holley Funeral Home. Burial will be in Antioch Cemetery.

Lillie J. Loring, 72
Lillie J. Loring of Monroe, a dry cleaners supervisor, died Sunday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at St. Paul Missionary Baptist Church, Monroe. Visitation is 1-6 p.m. Friday with wake services from 6-7 p.m. at Richardson Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens.

Clint Moore, 72
BASTROP -- Clint Moore, a paper mill employee, died Friday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at St. Matthew Baptist Church. Visitation is 6-7 p.m. Friday at Tennant Funeral Home. Burial will be in H.V. Adams Cemetery.

Sharon Denise Moore, 44
Sharon Denise Moore of Monroe, an appliance company manager, died Dec. 2. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Bethel Church of God in Christ, Monroe. Visitation is 1-6 p.m. Friday at Richardson Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens.

Thomas Neumann, 37
TALLULAH -- Thomas Neumann, a farmer, died Wednesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville.

Sarah Watson Rightsell, 91
Sarah Lee Watson Rightsell of Monroe, a homemaker, died Sunday. Services are 2 p.m. Thursday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Visitation is 1 p.m. Thursday until service time. Burial will be in Riverview Cemetery, Monroe.

Matthean Seay, 69
BATON ROUGE -- Matthean Seay, a schoolteacher, died Monday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at Eudora Missionary Baptist Church, Mer Rouge. Arrangements are under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Bastrop.

Betty Steele Smith, 76
MONTEREY -- Betty Steele Smith, a nurse, died Tuesday. Services are 10 a.m. Saturday at Eva Church of God, Eva. Visitation is 5-9 p.m. Friday at the church. Burial will be in the church cemetery under the direction of Young's Funeral Home, Ferriday.

Arlean Thompson, 83
TALLULAH -- Arlean Thompson died Sunday. Services are 11 a.m. Friday at Travelers Rest Missionary Baptist Church. Visitation is 2-5 p.m. Thursday at Beckwith Golden Gate Funeral Home. Burial will be in New Oakwood Cemetery.

LeAna VanRoss, 79
ST. JOSEPH -- LeAna VanRoss, a homemaker, died Sunday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Guildfield Baptist Church. Burial will be in Panola Cemetery under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville.

Robert Wells, 61
FERRIDAY -- Robert Wells, a truck driver, died Nov. 5. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Doty Road Church of God, Ferriday. Burial will be in Doty Road Cemetery under the direction under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville.

Previously acknowledged
Bowman Jr., Aaron Charles: 2 p.m. Thursday, Comer Funeral Home, Ferriday.
Butler, Joanna: 11 a.m. Saturday, Greater Realness Church, West Monroe.
Goss, Clinton Gilbert: 2 p.m. Thursday, Union Grove Cemetery, near Lillie.
LeBlanc, Jane: 11 a.m. Saturday, First Presbyterian Church, Ferriday.
Muse, George: 11 a.m. Saturday, St. Matthews Catholic Church, Monroe.
Smith, Lee Bertha: 2 p.m. Saturday, Orange Hill Baptist Church, Alto.
Wilcox, Frank: 2 p.m. Thursday, Sibley Cemetery, Choudrant.

December 11 , 2009 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

DONNIE E. EDMISTON Edmonds Funeral Home, Jonesboro, LA. Funeral services for Donnie E. Edmiston will be held on Friday, December 11, 2009 at Quitman Baptist Church in Quitman, LA, at 2:00 p.m. Bro. Donald Rudd, Bro. Wayne Morrow and Bro. Stuart Toms will be officicating. Interment will follow in the Mt. Zion Cemetery in Clay, LA. Mr. Edmiston was born on December 2, 1940 and passed away on December 9, 2009. He was 69. Survivors include, his wife, Nancy McConathy Edmiston of Quitman, LA, one daughter, Donna Schimmel and husband Richie of Quitman, LA, one son, Jody Edmiston and wife Alisha of Quitman, LA, two sisters, Nelda Robison of Quitman, LA and Betty Smith of Ruston, LA, one brother, Joe Edmiston of Choudrant, LA. He is also survived by four grandchildren, Anna Schimmel, Bethany Schimmel, Ashlyn Edmiston and Kamryn Edmiston. Mr. Edmiston is also survived by a host of neices and nephews. Pallbearers will include, Jeffrey Robison, Alan Hanna, Chad Bates, Ricky Edmiston, Ronnie Edmiston, Ken Jones, Matt Shively and Stu Toms. Honorary pallbearers will include, Slick Robinson, Ronnie Bryan, Murl Plunkett, Richard Johnson, Jerry Hanes and Shelton Moore. In leiu of flowers donations may be made to the American Cancer Society. You may view our website and send condolences at www.edmondsfuneralhome.com

EDWARD LEE KEPPER, SR. EDWARD LEE KEPPER, SR. Griffin Funeral Home, West Monroe, LA. Services for Edward Lee Kepper, Sr., 56 of West Monroe will be held Saturday, December 12,2009 at 2:00 p.m. at Fishnet Worship Center under the direction of Griffin Funeral Home with Brother Russell Rhodes officiating. Visitation will be held Friday, December 11, 2009 at Fishnet Worship Center from 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. and Saturday 12:00 p.m. until time of service. Edward was born January 5, 1953 in Independent, La. Edward worked many years with his friends at Jabar Corporation. Mr. Kepper went to be with his Lord Jesus on December 9, 2009. Edward is preceded in death by his mother Julia Kepper, father Edward O. Kepper, sister Gaynell Langley and Rosalee Leglier and brother Harvey Phelps. He is survived by his wife, Geneva Kepper, daughters Lisa McGivney, Tonya Owens and husband John, son Eddie Kepper, Jr. and Jessica Haynes, stepchildren, Renea Gilbert and husband Pete, Misti Robinson and husband Greg and Michael Dickey and wife Misty. He is survived by his grandchildren, Scott Evans, Shelbey McGivney, Monica Gilbert, Audrey Owens, Rayne Holton, Taylor Kepper, Gabe Dickey, Marcela McGivney, Emily Owens, Ryan Kepper, Dalton Kepper and Jacob Kepper. He is also survived by brothers Gene Kepper, Carl Ray Phelps and sister Edna Lambert. Ed is survived also by many brothers and sisters in Christ. Pallbearers will be Willie Richardson, Wayne Ates, Quincy Carr, Sr., LeRoy Burton, John Robinson and Pete Gilbert. Honorary Pallbearers are John, David, Randy, Bubba and Putter Putnam. Interment will be at Kilpatrick Serenity Garden.

KENNETH E. GRISWOLD, SR. Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral Services for Mr. Kenneth E. Griswold, Sr., 86, of West Monroe, will be held at 2:00 PM, Sunday December 13, 2009 at Fair Park Baptist Church in West Monroe with Rev. Waymond Warren and Rev. Dick Paige officiating. Interment will follow at Greenwood Cemetery in Ruston under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Mr. Griswold was born in Woodstock, IL and passed away on December 7, 2009. He was a veteran of World War II, he retired from Morehouse, Lincoln and Ouachita Parish Schools where he taught primarily seventh grade and eighth grade history for 37 years. He also taught students with special needs and adult education in Lincoln and Ouachita Parishes. He is preceded in death by his first wife, Juanita (Jo); his father and mother; two brothers, Leslie Frank Griswold and George Weldon Griswold; one sister, Marilyn Ellen Wilcox; and Fran's son, Daniel Sample. Survivors include his wife, Fran Griswold; children, Dr. Kenneth E. Griswold and wife Dr. Paula Griswold, Janice M. Griswold, Dr. Richard D. Griswold and wife Kathryn, Brian K. Griswold and wife Dixie, Barry K. Griswold and Nancy Lee; and Fran's son, Jay Samply and his wife, Nancy; sister, Zena Kellogg; ten grandchildren, Wade, Natalie, Jamie-Ellen, Erin Elizabeth, Kenneth, David, Allison, Cade Griswold, Matthew and Benjamin Sample; four great-grand children and numerous nieces and nephews. Pallbearers will be George Abbott, Ron Nix, Wayne Hall, Charles Heard, Bill Tucker, Ken Cheek, Charles Barfield, and Joe Rodgers. Honorary Pallbearers will be Ken's grandsons. Visitation will be from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM Saturday, December 12, 2009 at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. The family requests that memorials may be made to the Fair Park Baptist Church Building Fund in lieu of flowers. Online Registry/ Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com

LEE BERTHA BROADWAY SMITH Miller Funeral Home Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mrs. Lee Bertha Broadway Smith, 74, of West Monroe, will be held Saturday, December 12, 2009, at 2:00 PM at Orange Hill Baptist Church, Rayville, LA. Rev. Ira Bradley, Jr. officiating. Interment will follow at Orange Hill Baptist Church Cemetery. Mrs. Lee Bertha Broadway Smith was born on September 4, 1935, the only child of the late Henry Broadway and Gracie Bradford Broadway Emerson in Rayville, LA. She departed this life at 1:00 PM on Friday, December 4, 2009 at Mary Goss Nursing Home, in Monroe. After graduating from high school at Tim Tippett, she attended Grambling State University where she received a Bachelor of Science degree in Secondary Education graduating Magna Cum Laude in 1957. She began her career in education at McCall Senior High School in Tallulah. She also taught at Richwood and West Monroe High Schools in Ouachita Parish until she retired in 1983. She was married to Rev. John Smith, Jr. who preceded her in death on November 13, 1997. She leaves to cherish her memory, a son, Jonathan, a devoted daughter-in-law, Tiana of Marietta, Georgia; two granddaughters, Cara Pilar Smith of Kennesaw, Georgia and Caela Ariel Smith of Marietta; one sister-in-law, Dr. Glenda Smith-Starr of Monroe; a brother-in-law, Dr. Donald W. Smith of Monroe; two aunts, Mrs. Luecindy Broadway Simmons of Monroe and Theresa Bradford Bradley of Rayville, LA; and numerous other relatives and friends. Visitations will be from 1 PM until 7 PM Friday, December 11, 2009 in the chapel of Miller Funeral Home, Monroe, LA.

MADELINE KATE HAUGHTON TEER Cox Funeral Home, Delhi, LA Mrs. Madeline H. Teer was born on September 24, 1912 in Clay, Louisiana, the oldest of the seven children of William Marshall Haughton and Sallie Hellon Beatty Haughton and passed from this life on December 9, 2009 at the age of 97. She attended school in Ansley and Haynesville and graduated from Louisiana Tech in 1934 with a degree in Home Economics. Miss Madeline, as she was affectionately known, taught Home Economics at Delhi for one year until marrying Dr. Lorenz Teer and helping him and his family build the Delhi Clinic and Sanitarium. She served as the receptionist, bookkeeper and dietician for the clinic and hospital and also sewed the sheets and pillow cases for the hospital beds. Miss Madeline later became a full-time homemaker and mother, and a pillar of the Delhi United Methodist Church. She served on the administrative board of the church, as president of the Women's Society of Christian Service, taught an Adult Sunday School Class until she was almost 90 years old and often hosted visiting preachers. Miss Madeline excelled at cooking, sewing and gardening. Her homemade rolls were the favorite of her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She loved flowers and shared her blooms and plants with many residents of Delhi. Travel was another passion. Her family and the Lamar Bryant family enjoyed many vacations together. Miss Madeline spent many happy hours at the family camp on Lake Bruin, and always seemed to catch the most fish. She was a founding member of the Delhi PTA serving as its first president. Miss Madeline was proud of the fact that she continued to cook, live independantly, garden and drive until her recent brief illness. She is survived by one sister, Major Dorothy "Jack" Haughton of Denver, CO; children, Ellen & Garland Kyle of Bossier City, LA and Jane & John Ellett of West Monroe, LA; grandchildren to whom she was known as "Granny", Al & Tammye Kyle of Dallas, TX, Kevin & Michelle Kyle of Houston, TX, Robert & Kim Kyle of Bossier City, LA, David & Katrina Ellett of Houston, TX, Diana & Tom Butler of Nashville, TN and Darin & Stephanie Ellett of Natchitoches, LA; fourteen great-grandchildren, numerous nieces and nephews and a host of friends. A celebration of her life will be held at 2:00 PM, Sunday, December 13, 2009 at the Delhi United Methodist Church with Rev. Chris Thomas officiating. Burial will be in the Delhi Masonic Cemetery under the direction of Cox Funeral Home-Delhi. Visitation will be held from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM Saturday at Cox Funeral Home. Pallbearers will be her grandsons and Joe Bob Wilson. Any planned memorials may be made to the Delhi United Methodist Church or the charity of one's choice. To leave a message of condolence to the family please visit our website at www.coxfuneral.com.

PAULA CULLEN WILSON Toale Brothers Funeral Home, Sarasota, FL Paula Cullen Wilson, 71, passed away December 6, at home, surrounded by family, after living courageously with cancer for 2 years. Paula, a 4th generation Sarasotan, was born December 27, 1937. After graduating from Sarasota High School in 1955, she went on to receive a associate music degree from Stephens College in 1957 and a BA in Voice from University of Missouri in 1959. She married Jack Chapman and returned to Sarasota to raise her children. During these years she was actively involved in the Junior (Welfare) League and the Panhellenic Association. As a single mother, she worked as a legal secretary until marrying her high school sweetheart, Michael Ingram, in 1996 and moving to Monroe Louisiana until his death brought her once again back to Sarasota in 2003. Throughout her life, Paula's greatest love was music. Paula carried the musical tradition of her mother Pauline and Aunt Louise forward by sharing her talent with the community. She sang with the First United Methodist Church Choir, The Church of the Redeemer Choir, Key Chorale in Sarasota, and with the Grace Episcopal Church Choir and Kaleidoscope in Monroe. Paula is survived by her children Camille Chapman, John Chapman and Carole Marshall. Her son-in-law Brian Marshall and 4 grandchildren; Cullen Marshall, Camryn Marshall and Noah and Ian Kliner. Services will be held Friday, December 11 at Church of The Redeemer, 222 Palm Ave, Sarasota, Fl. at 11:30 a.m. A reception will follow at Paula's home, 3250 Old Oak Dr. Sarasota, Fl. Paula loved flowers, but a memorial donation can also be given to The Wellness Community or Key Chorale. Paula and her family wish to thank all those who have supported them in prayer and service during her illness.

WILLIAM TALMADGE "SONNY" HEATH Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Rayville, LA. Funeral services for William Talmadge "Sonny" Heath, 89, of Rayville, LA will be 2:00 PM, Saturday, December 12, 2009 at First Baptist Church, Rayville, LA with Rev. Bill Lovett and Rev. Keith Evans officiating. Interment will follow in Antioch Cemetery, Rayville, LA under the direction of Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Rayville, LA. Mr. Heath was born May 2, 1920 and passed away Wednesday, December 9, 2009. He is preceeded in death by his wife; Edna "Tuter" Heath, grandson; Chad Alan Heath, son-in-law; Ricky Spencer, parents; William and Gladys Heath, sisters; Wilma Young and Winn Brown. As a businessman in Richland Parish, sales reps and customers always made a point to come by the store for a good laugh. Sonny was a member of Antioch Baptist Church. He also, was a much loved husband and dad. Survivors include his daughter; Janice Heath Spencer of Rayville, sons; Joe Heath and wife, Shirley, Tom Heath and wife, Dora, Roy Ray Heath and John Heath and wife, Shirley all of Rayville, 11 grandchildren, 17 great grandchildren and a host of nieces and nephews. Pallbearers will be grandsons; Shannon Heath, Tyler Heath, Brant Heath, Eric Spencer, John Thomas Heath, Ryan Heath. Honorary Pallbearers will be Charles Wisenor, David Wisenor, Bill Letlow, Billy Whitten, Otis Bowman, and Mike Gregory. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that any donations be made to St. Judes in Memphis, TN. Visitation will be from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM Friday December 11, 2009 at Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Rayville, LA. To leave condolences for the family go online to www.brownholleyfuneralhomes.com

Kenneth Abraham, 49
Kenneth Abraham of West Monroe died Dec. 4. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Griffin Funeral Home, West Monroe.

James Edward Ainsworth, 73
ENTERPRISE -- James Edward Ainsworth died Thursday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Young's Funeral Home, Ferriday.

Bessie Hooks Babb, 91
Bessie Mavis Hooks Babb of Monroe, a retired teacher, died Wednesday. Services are 2:30 p.m. Friday at Mulhearn Memorial Park Mausoleum Chapel, Monroe. Visitation is 1 p.m. Friday until service time at the chapel. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe.

Donald Benton, 73
DOWNSVILLE -- Donald Benton, a retired mechanic, died Thursday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

William Douglas, 62
WISNER -- William Douglas, a school bus driver, died Wednesday. Services are 11 a.m. Monday at St. Paul No. 1 Baptist Church. Visitation is 1-5 p.m. Sunday at Richardson Funeral Home, Winnsboro, with wake services from 6-7 p.m. Sunday at the church. Burial will be in Holly Grove Cemetery.

Jimmie Lee Drumgo, 57
Jimmie Lee Drumgo of Monroe, a truck driver, died Sunday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Hester Central State Funeral Home, Monroe. Visitation is 6-7 p.m. Friday at Hester Central State Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens.

Susie Duncan, 102
TALLULAH -- Susie Duncan died Nov. 30. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at First Kingdom Missionary Baptist Church. Visitation is 2-5 p.m. Friday at Beckwith Golden Gate Funeral Home. Burial will be in New Oakwood Cemetery.

Estell Elmore, 88
CHATHAM -- Estell Elmore, a cook, died Monday. Services are 2:30 p.m. Saturday at Shady Grove Baptist Church. Visitation is 6-7 p.m. Friday at King's Funeral Home, Ruston. Burial will be in Olive Grove Cemetery, Vernon.

Sammy Ray Evans, 74
Sammy Ray Evans of West Monroe, a retired correctional officer, died Sunday. Graveside services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Luna Methodist Church Cemetery, West Monroe. Arrangements are under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Lena Gregory, 68
Lena Gregory of West Monroe, a retired deputy, died Tuesday. Services are 1 p.m. Friday at New Chapel Hill Baptist Church, West Monroe. Visitation is noon Friday until service time at the church. Burial will be in the church cemetery under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Edward Jones, 82
Edward Jones of West Monroe, a custodian, died Wednesday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Greater New Hope Baptist Church, Monroe. Visitation is 1-5:45 p.m. Friday at Hester Central State Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens.

Mario King, 44
WICHITA, Kan. -- Mario King, an aircraft mechanic, died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Funerals by McFarland, Delhi.

Jane LeBlanc, 86
FERRIDAY -- Jane LeBlanc died Tuesday. Memorial services are 11 a.m. Saturday at First Presbyterian Church. Visitation is 10 a.m. Saturday until service time at the church. Arrangements are under the direction of Young's Funeral Home.

Billie Reid Lunsford, 76
BASTROP -- Billie Joyce Reid Lunsford, a homemaker, died Thursday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at First Apostolic Church. Visitation is 5-9 p.m. Friday at Cox Funeral Home. Burial will be in Memorial Park Cemetery.

Lacarlton D. May, 20
DELHI -- Lacarlton Deonte May, a security guard, died Saturday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Greater One Christian Fellowship Church, Delhi. Burial will be in St. John Community Cemetery under the direction of Funerals by McFarland, Delhi.

Ben Naylor, 72
Ben Naylor of Monroe died Monday. Visitation is 11 a.m. until noon Friday at Smith Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens.

Dorothy S. Powell, 86
EPPS -- Dorothy S. Powell, a retired postal service employee, died Thursday. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at Epps Baptist Church. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Friday at the church. Burial will be in Epps Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Rayville.

Willie L. Puckett, 84
DELHI -- Willie L. Puckett, a laborer, died Thursday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Funerals by McFarland.

Mertis Stringfellow, 81
RUSTON -- Mertis Stringfellow, a cook, died Dec. 2. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at St. Peter Baptist Church. Visitation is 1-5 p.m. Friday with drive-through viewing from 5:30 p.m. Friday until 9 a.m. Saturday at King's Funeral Home. Burial will be in Ebenezer Cemetery.

Thomas W. Youngblood, 59
RUSTON -- Thomas W. Youngblood, a road construction surveyor, died Monday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Owens Memorial Chapel Funeral Home.

December 12, 2009 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

DOROTHY SCOTT POWELL Mulhearn Funeral Home, Rayville, LA. Services for Dorothy Scott Powell, age 86, of Epps, LA will be 2:00 PM Saturday, December 12, 2009 at Epps Baptist Church, Epps, LA with Rev. Jay Morgan & Rev. Johnny Smith officiating, with interment to follow in Epps Cemetery, Epps, LA, under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home-Rayville, LA. She is preceded in death by two grandchildren-Scott Powell and Carmen Trawick. Mrs. Powell, a homemaker and retired US Postal Services employee, was born January 9, 1923 in Ringgold, LA. She passed away December 10, 2009 at her home in Epps, LA. She is survived by her husband of 67 years, Thomas Inmon Powell, of Epps, LA, a daughter-Nina Trawick and husband Melvin of Vinton, LA, two sons- Ronnie Inmon Powell and wife Sandra of Epps, LA and Tommy S. Powell and wife Bertha of Epps, LA, two brothers-James Scott of Lake Providence, LA and Orvis Scott and wife Elsie of Monticello, LA., nine grandchildren-Stacey Doyle and husband Jason, Bridgett Fuller and husband Robert, Cathy Leviton and husband Lauren, Ryan Powell and wife Stephanie, Dr. Eric Trawick and wife Sara, Trent Powell and wife Beth, and Neil Trawick, ten great grandchildren - Deisree Fuller, Tristin Powell, Chassidy Fuller, Samaria Powell, Eli Doyle, Mason Powell, Abel Doyle, Noah Trawick, Wyatt Leviton, and Ava Trawick, and numerous nieces and nephews. Pallbearers will be Ryan Powell, Trent Powell, Lauren Leviton, Eric Trawick, Neil Trawick, and Robert Fuller. Online registry/condolences at www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com

FLORA AGNES DUKE Riser Funeral Home, Columbia, LA Funeral services for Mrs. Flora Agnes Jones Duke, age 95 of Columbia, will be held 2:00 PM Sunday, December 13, 2009 from the sanctuary of First Baptist Church of Columbia with Rev. Eric Harriman and Bro. Shane Duke officiating. Interment will follow at Welcome Home Cemetery in Grayson. Visitation will be Saturday evening at Riser Funeral Home in Columbia from 5:00 PM until 9:00 PM. Mrs. Duke was born in Columbia on September 19, 1914 to the union of James Melton and Harriet Estus Head Jones and went to be with the Lord on the morning of Friday, December 11, 2009 at her residence. She was a member of First Baptist Church of Columbia. She was a loving and deeply loved hardworking mother and grandmother. She is preceded in death by her parents, her husband; Curtis H. Duke, daughter; Harriet Estus Duke, six brothers and two sisters. Survivors include her three sons: Wilbur Duke of Calhoun, Sam Duke and wife, Betty of Columbia and Kenny Duke and wife, Dianne of Copenhagen, three daughters: Barbara McClanahan and husband, Sonny of Haynesville, Marilyn Warner and husband, Clint of Columbia and Connie Sue Perot and husband, O.V. of West Monroe, fifteen grandchildren, thirty great-grandchildren and sixteen great-great-grandchildren. Pallbearers will be Ricky McClanahan, Wayne Duke, James Duke, Rusty Smith, Donnie Ponder, Paul K. Duke, Collin Ellis and Zach Smith. Honorary pallbearers will the men of the Agape Sunday School class at First Baptist Church of Columbia. In appreciation, our mother is now in heaven with her Creator. She will forever be remembered and we are so grateful for precious memories of our Christian mother. Your every act of kindness has touched our hearts and has been a source of comfort. We appreciate all of you who were so kind as to honor her memory. Online condolences may be made at www.riserfuneralhomes.com.

VIRGIL STAMPER Riser Funeral Home Columbia, LA Funeral services for Mr. Virgil Stamper, age 65 of Columbia, will be held at 12:30 PM Sunday, December 13, 2009 from the chapel of Riser Funeral Home in Columbia with Rev. Edward Dickerson officiating. Interment will follow at Old Bethel Cemetery in Grayson. Visitation will be Saturday evening at the funeral home from 5:00 PM until 9:00 PM. Mr. Stamper was born on July 29, 1944 in Grayson to the union of the late Elbridge Edward and the late Edna Margie Childress Stamper and passed away Thursday, December 10, 2009 in Jena. He attended Grayson Church of God and was voted most athletic at Columbia High School his senior year. Survivors include his two sons: Brian Stamper and wife, Lisa Ann of St. Peters, MO and Keith Stamper of Columbia, two brothers: James "Tuck" Stamper and wife, Faye of Fort Worth, TX and Ronald Dean Stamper and wife, Melissa of Olla, six sisters: Vi Scott and husband, Red of Calhoun, Melba Randle and husband, George "Jr" of Shriver, Irma Dark and husband, Lanny of Columbia, Stella Dickerson and husband, Edward of Union, MS, Peggy Lee and husband, Jerry of Union, MS and Rhonda Hanson and husband, Val of Smyrna, TN, three grandchildren: Amber Rose Marie Stamper, Brian Stamper, Jr. and Christopher John Stamper and many nieces and nephews. Pallbearers will be Mike Buzbee, Terry Burch, Ted Tate, Glen Stamper, Billy Southern, Kenny Scott, Lanny Dark and Steven Dark. Online condolences may be made at www.riserfuneralhomes.com.

Roberta Banks, 76
TALLULAH -- Roberta Banks died Thursday. Services are incomplete under the direction of Beckwith Golden Gate Funeral Home.

Dennis 'Dee' Brown, 96
EPPS -- Dennis "Dee" Brown, a customer service manager, died Dec. 4. Services are 1 p.m. Sunday at Mount Pleasant Baptist Church. Visitation is 11 a.m. Saturday until service time. Burial will be in the church cCemetery under the direction of Richardson Funeral Home, Winnsboro.

Jimmie Lee Drumgo, 57
Jimmie Lee Drumgo of Monroe, a truck driver, died Sunday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at Hester Central State Funeral Home. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens.

Kenneth E. Griswold Sr., 86
Kenneth E. Griswold Sr. of West Monroe, a retired teacher, died Monday. Services are 2 p.m. Sunday at Fairpark Baptist Church, West Monroe. Burial is at Greenwood Cemetery, Ruston, under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

James Ed Mason, 70
LELAND -- James Ed Mason of Leland, formerly with the Tensas River Levee District and Catahoula Parish School Board, died Friday. Services will be 2 p.m. Sunday at New Hope Apostolic Church. Burial will be in New Pine Hill Cemetery under the direction of Young's Funeral Home, Ferriday.

Ammie Wilson Mayo, 86
Ammie "Mollie" Wilson Mayo of Monroe, a homemaker, died Friday. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Monday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Other arrangements are incomplete.

Oleta Parker, 77
Oleta Parker of West Monroe, a homemaker, died Friday. Services are 2 p.m. Sunday at First Assembly of God, West Monroe. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Saturday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Burial will be in Roselawn Memorial Gardens, Calhoun.

Madeline K. Teer, 97
DELHI -- Madeline K. Teer, a homemaker, died Thursday. Services are 2 p.m. Sunday at Delhi United Methodist Church. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Saturday at Cox Funeral Home. Burial will be in Delhi Masonic Cemetery.

Thomas W. Youngblood, 59
RUSTON -- Thomas W. Youngblood of Ruston, a road construction surveyor, died Monday. There will be a visitation only, 4-6 p.m. Sunday at Owens Memorial Chapel Funeral Home.

Previously acknowledged
Baker, Lizzie B.: 1 p.m. Saturday, Hopewell Baptist Church, Mangham.
Bray, Aiden M.: 2 p.m. Saturday, First Baptist Church, Lake Providence.
Butler, Joanna: 11 a.m. Saturday, Greater Realness Church, West Monroe.
Douglas, William: 11 a.m. Monday, St. Paul No. 1 Baptist Church, Wisner.
Duncan, Susie: 11 a.m. Saturday, First Kingdom Missionary Baptist Church, Tallulah.
Elmore, Estell: 2:30 p.m. Saturday, Shady Grove Baptist Church, Chatham.
Esters, Hazel: 11 a.m. Saturday, First Colored Baptist Church, Tallulah.
Evans, Sammy Ray: 11 a.m. Saturday, Luna Methodist Church Cemetery, West Monroe.
Heath, William "Sonny": 2 p.m. Saturday, First Baptist Church, Rayville.
Jones, Edward: 11 a.m. Saturday, Greater New Hope Baptist Church, Monroe.
LeBlanc, Jane: 11 a.m. Saturday, First Presbyterian Church, Ferriday.
Loring, Lillie J.: 1 p.m. Saturday, St. Paul Missionary Baptist Church, Monroe.
Lunsford, Billie Joyce: 1 p.m. Saturday, First Apostolic Church, Bastrop.
May, Lacarlton Deonte: 11 a.m. Saturday, Greater One Christian Fellowship Church, Delhi.
Moore, Clint: 11 a.m. Saturday, St. Matthew Baptist Church, Bastrop.
Moore, Sharon D.: 11 a.m. Saturday, Bethel Church of God in Christ, Monroe.
Muse, George: 11 a.m. Saturday, St. Matthews Catholic Church, Monroe.
Powell, Dorothy S.: 2 p.m. Saturday, Epps Baptist Church, Epps.
Seay, Matthean: 1 p.m. Saturday, Eudora Missionary Baptist Church, Mer Rouge.
Smith, Betty Steele: 10 a.m. Saturday, Eva Church of God, Eva.
Smith, Lee Bertha: 2 p.m. Saturday, Orange Hill Baptist Church, Alto.
Stringfellow, Mertis: 11 a.m. Saturday, St. Peter Baptist Church, Ruston.
VanRoss, LeAna: 11 a.m. Saturday, Guildfield Baptist Church, St. Joseph.
Wells, Robert: 11 a.m. Saturday, Doty Road Church of God, Ferriday.

December 13, 2009 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

AMMIE "MOLLIE" WILSON MAYO Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road, Monroe, La. Funeral services for Mrs. Ammie "Mollie" Wilson Mayo, 86, of Monroe, will be held at 10:00 AM Tuesday, December 15, 2009, in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe, with Rev. Max Bingham, Rev. Carl Lawson, Rev. Robert Martin, and Rev. Wayne Smith officiating. Interment will follow at Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery. Mrs. Mayo passed away Friday, December 11, 2009, at St. Francis Medical Center. She was the First Lady of Bethel Pentecostal Church, which she and her husband started in November 1969. Mrs. Mayo was preceded in death by her son, Rev. Kenneth G. Mayo. Survivors include her husband of sixty-seven years, Dr. David Mayo; daughter, Anise Young and husband Hiram "Poochie"; sons, David Mayo, Jr. and wife Brenda, Paul Mayo, Michael Mayo and wife Nancy, and Robin Mayo; seventeen grandchildren, eighteen great grandchildren, sister, Dollye Beagan; and sister-in-law, Hester Wilson. Pallbearers will be grandsons, Dion, Stacy, and Heath Young, Keith Mayo, Chad Mayo, Lance Mayo, and Kyle Mayo. Visitation will be Monday from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Memorials may be made to Bethel Pentecostal Church. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com

BEATRICE FLETCHER Riser Funeral Home Columbia, LA Funeral services for Beatrice (Peppenhorst) Fletcher age 89 of Kelly, LA will be held 10:00 AM Monday December 14, 2009 from the Columbia chapel of Riser Funeral Home with the Rev. Christmas Wilbur officiating. Interment will follow in the Old Bethel Cemetery at Clarks. The Fletcher Family will receive visitors on Sunday evening at Riser Funeral Home from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM. Beatrice Peppenhorst was born on October 27, 1920 at Kelly, LA. to the union of her parents Dennis James Peppenhorst and Annie Lee Jordan Peppenhorst. She passed from this life on December 12, 2009 following an extended illness. The love of her life L. T. Fletcher preceded her in death, along with her parents, two brothers: Don and William Peppenhorst, and a set of sibling twin infants. She was a lifelong resident of Caldwell Parish and specifically Kelly, where she graduated high school, and where she raised her family. She was a longtime member of Kelly Methodist Church. Survivors include: Three sons: Stan Fletcher and wife Virginia of Shreveport, Greg Fletcher and wife Nawasa of Haughton, and Troy Fletcher of Kelly. Two sisters: Bessie Dixon of Linden, AL and Ann Steen of Midwest City, OK; and a special sister-in-law: Grace (Fletcher) Harris of Olla. Seven grandchildren and a host of great grandchildren. Serving as pallbearers will be Scott Fletcher, Kacey Fletcher, Kai Fletcher, Wesley Fletcher, David Cummings, and Danny Cummings. Honorary pallbearers will be John Cummings and Jack Cummings. Online condolences may be sent at riserfuneralhomes.com

OLETA PARKER Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mrs. Oleta Parker, 77, of West Monroe, LA will be held at 2:00 PM, Sunday, December 13, 2009 at First Assembly of God ,West Monroe, LA. Rev. Shane Warren and Rev. Josh Merchant will be officiating. Interment to follow at Roselawn Memorial Gardens, Calhoun, LA under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Mrs. Parker was born May 20, 1932 and passed away December 11, 2009. She was a homemaker and a member of First Assembly of God Church of West Monroe, La. She was preceded in death by her parents, Vincent and Penny Simmons, brothers, Grady, Ray and Pete Simmons; sisters, Myrtle Crain, Avis Tucker, Nora and Noreen Simmons. Mrs. Parker is survived by her husband of 60 years, Roger Parker, children, Beverly Loveridge and husband Dave, Kathy Hargrove and husband Tom, Phil Parker and wife Deanni; grandchildren, Jennifer Loveridge, Jill Merchant and husband Josh, Aaron Rowe and wife Michelle, Philip Parker, Andrew Rowe and Landon Parker; brothers, Edgar Simmons and Shelby Simmons and one sister, Nell Berry; great-grandchildren Kylee Merchant and Aubrey Merchant and numerous nieces and nephews. Pallbearers are Aaron Rowe, Andrew Rowe, Philip Parker, Landon Parker, Josh Merchant, Glen Simmons and Don Berry. Our mother was a precious wife, mother and grandmother who loved the Lord and her family with all her heart. She made everyone around her feel special with her sweet words, thoughtfulness, and generosity. She always looked forward to her morning coffee at McDonalds's with Daddy. She enjoyed painting and ceramics, for which she had won several awards in local contest. She was a wonderful cook. Thank you, Lord, for one more year with her. Lete, Mama, Nana- WE MISS YOU ALREADY, AND WE WILL LOVE YOU FOREVER AND ALWAYS!!! Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com

SISTER JUNE ANN MEYER Rabenhorst Funeral Home, Baton Rouge, LA A Catholic Religious Sister with the Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady and a social worker for the Diocese of Baton Rouge Catholic Charities and Our Lady of the Lake Regional Medical Center, died at 6:00 p.m. on Friday, December 11, 2009 at Our Lady of the Lake Regional Medical Center. She was 62, a resident of Baton Rouge and a native of Ottawa, OH. Visitation at St. Francis Chapel at Maryville Convent, 4200 Essen Lane, on Monday, December 14, from 2:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. with a Prayer Service at 5:00 p.m. and recitation of the Rosary at 7:00 p.m. Visitation will resume at St. Francis Chapel on Tuesday, December 15, from 9 am until Mass of Christian Burial at 11 am, celebrated by the Rev. Victor G. Messina. Burial will follow in Roselawn Memorial Park. She is survived by her mother, Kathryn Lorry Meyer; a sister, Madonna Boecker; two brothers, Gilbert and Bernard Meyer; numerous nieces and nephews; and her religious family, the Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady. She was preceded in death by her father, Norman G. Meyer; and a sister, Mary Charlotte Huber. Sister June had lived and worked in Ethiopia and Haiti and had ministered at St. Francis Medical Center in Monroe and Our Lady of Lourdes Regional Medical Center in Lafayette. Throughout her ministry, her gentleness and unwavering love for the poor was ever present. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Haiti Mission or to Our Lady of the Lake Children's Hospital. Rabenhorst Funeral Home, Baton Rouge, in charge of arrangements .

Audrey H. Batton, 93
LAKE PROVIDENCE -- Audrey H. Batton, a farmer and homemaker, died Friday. Services are 2 p.m. Monday at First Baptist Church. Visitation is 10 a.m. to noon at Cox Funeral Home. Burial will be in Providence Memorial Cemetery.

Jenell Colvin, 82
DUBACH -- Jenell Colvin, a homemaker, died Friday. Services are 10 a.m. Tuesday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Ruston. Visitation is 5-7 p.m. Monday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Hamilton Cemetery.

Mary Cruse Davis, 59
WINNSBORO -- Mary Cruse Davis, a homemaker, died Saturday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Gill First National Funeral Home.

Flora Jones Duke, 95
COLUMBIA -- Flora Agnes Jones Duke, a homemaker, died Friday. Services are 2 p.m. Sunday at First Baptist Church. Burial will be in Welcome Home Cemetery, Grayson.

Annie B. Shows, 88
'TALLULAH -- Annie B. Shows died Saturday. Services are 10 a.m. Tuesday at Crothers-Glenwood Funeral Home. Visitation is 5-7 p.m. Monday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Silver Cross Cemetery.

Willie B. Slaton, 77
RUSTON -- Willie B. Slaton, a retired Department of Forestry employee, died Saturday. Services are 2 p.m. Wednesday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home. Visitation is 5-7 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Lonstraw Cemetery near Choudrant.

Virgil Stampers, 65
JENA -- Virgil Stamper died Thursday. Services are 12:30 p.m. Sunday at Riser Funeral Home, Columbia. Burial will be in Old Bethel Cemetery, Grayson.

Ollie Mae Stephens, 88
WINNSBORO -- Ollie Mae Stephens, a homemaker, died Friday. Services are 10 a.m. Monday at Gill First National Funeral Home. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home. Burial will be Providence Memorial Cemetery.

Previously acknowledged
Brown, Dennis "Dee": 1 p.m. Sunday, Mount Pleasant Baptist Church, Epps.
Douglas, William: 11 a.m. Monday, St. Paul No. 1 Baptist Church, Wisner.
Griswold, Kenneht E. Sr., 2 p.m. Sunday, Fairpark Baptist Church, West Monroe.
Mason, James Ed: 2 p.m. Sunday, New Hope Apostolic Church, Leland.
Parker, Oleta: 2 p.m. Sunday, First Assembly of God, West Monroe.
Teer, Madeline K.: 2 p.m. Sunday, Delhi United Methodist Church.

December 14, 2009 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

Mary C. Davis, 59
WINNSBORO -- Mary Cruse Davis, a homemaker, died Saturday. Services are at 2 p.m. Monday at Gill First National Funeral Home. Visitation is from noon until time of service. Burial is in Myrtle Memorial Cemetery.

Beatrice Fletcher, 89
KELLY -- Beatrice Fletcher, a homemaker, died Saturday. Services are at 10 a.m. Monday at Riser Funeral Home in Columbia. Burial is in Old Bethel Cemetery in Clarks.

Chester E. Hancock, 77
Chester Elmo Hancock of West Monroe, a retired service attendant, died Wednesday. Graveside services are at 11 a.m. Monday at Mulhearn Memorial Park under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Felix J. Harris, 73
Felix J. Harris of Monroe, a retired educator, died Saturday. Arrangements are incomplete at Smith Funeral Home, Monroe.

Ammie Wilson Mayo, 86
Ammie "Mollie" Wilson Mayo of Monroe, a homemaker, died Friday. Services are at 10 a.m. Tuesday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Monday at the funeral home. Burial is in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery, Monroe.

Nadine D. Proffer, 59
GRAYSON -- Nadine Denison Proffer, a ward secretary, died Sunday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Riser Funeral Home, Columbia.

Eartha White, 67
Eartha White of Monroe, a homemaker, died Saturday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Smith Funeral Home of Monroe.

Previously acknowledged
Batton, Audrey H.: 2 p.m. Monday, First Baptist Church, Lake Providence.
Colvin, Jenell, 10 a.m. Tuesday, Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Ruston.
Douglas, William: 11 a.m. Monday, St. Paul No. 1 Baptist Church, Wisner.
Shows, Annie B.: 10 a.m. Tuesday, Crothers-Glenwood Funeral Home, Tallulah
Slaton, Willie B.: 2 p.m. Wednesday, Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Ruston.
Stephens, Ollie Mae, 10 a.m. Monday, Gill First National Funeral Home.

December 15 , 2009 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

ANNIE BELLE SHOWS Crothers-Glenwood Funeral Home, Tallulah, LA Annie Belle Shows, age 88, died December 12, 2009 at the Olive Branch in Tallulah. Services conducted by Rev. John Rushing will be Tuesday December 15, 2009 at 10:00 a.m. in the chapel of Crothers-Glenwood Funeral Home on Crothers Drive. Mrs. Shows was a native of Dodson, LA and a resident of Tallulah for 64 years. She was a retired bookkeeper for the Madison Council of Aging. Mrs. Shows was preceded in death by her husband, Alton Shows; her parents Abbie and Thurman Moffett; a sister Opal Stinson; a brother Arthur Lee Moffett and a grandson Curt Faught. Mrs. Shows is survived by her sister, Azell Taylor of Dodson, LA and four daughters Lourdine Panquin of Tallulah, LA, LaWanna Faught of Gonzales, LA, Lorene and husband Joe Stembridge of Giddings, TX and Lynnette Williams of Flower Mound, TX. Survivors also include seven grandchildren, twelve great-grandchildren and two great-great-grandchildren, numerous nieces and nephews and special friend Ramona Nolan Scott of Tallulah. Pallbearers will be Brian Panquin, Trae Faught, Trey York, Brandon Williams, Joe Stembridge and Robert Dye. A special thanks to Dr. L. P. (Pop) Neumann, Patient's Choice Hospice, the staff of the Olive Branch, The T. E. L. Sunday School Class at First Baptist Church and Ruth Ann and Sammy Satchfield. Memorials may be made to the Lottie Moon Christmas Offering at First Baptist Church, 700 Bayou Drive, Tallulah, LA 71282 or the charity of your choice.

DURWARD METZ SIMPSON Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mr. Durward Metz Simpson, 82, of West Monroe, LA will be held at 10:00 AM, Wednesday, December 16, 2009 in the chapel of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe, LA. Rev. Earl Williams and Rev. Charles Dupree will officiate. Interment to follow at Hasley Cemetery West Monroe, LA under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Mr. Simpson was born December 31, 1926 in Union Parish, LA and passed away December 14, 2009 in West Monroe, LA. He was preceded in death by parents, Charlie and Tildy Simpson; brother, Glenn Simpson. Mr. Simpson is survived by his wife of 3 years, Virginia Roberts Simpson; daughters, Anna Ruth Powell and Ann Saxon and husband Roy; sons, Ronnie Albritton and wife Marilyn and Bill Rachal and wife Phyllis; grandchildren, Chad Powell, Jessica Powell, Jim Rachal, Preseton Rachal, Dr. Sarah Saxon, Jesse Saxon, Scott Albritton and wife Gen Joey Albritton and Marna Rachal. Pallbearers will be Randy Autry, Ronnie Albritton, Bill Rachal, Roy Saxon, Don Antley, Scott Albritton and Roy Blake. Visitation will be held Tuesday, December 15, 2009 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.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com

MARGUERITE SMITH BURNSIDE Crothers-Glenwood Funeral Home, Tallulah, LA. Marguerite Smith Burnside, 96, of Newellton, LA died Sunday at her home. She was born September 4, 1913 in St. Joseph, LA and lived in Newellton all her life. She was the daughter of Stephen and Ellen Smith. She was preceded in death by two brothers and one sister. She is survived by her husband, Frank Burnside, whom she was married to for 73 years; two children Karen Barnett and husband Glenn of Jackson, TN and Frank Jr. and wife Jan of Newellton. Five grandchildren survive her Walker Barnett and wife Lisa of Houston, TX, Marshall Barnett and wife Arden of New Orleans, Kate Barnett of Steamboat Springs, CO, Berry Burnside Trascher and wife Rad of Baton Rouge and Frank Robinson Burnside, III of Newellton. Also four great-grandchildren survive her, as well as, lifelong friend and sister-in-law, Mrs. Virginia Burnside. Marguerite graduated in the first graduating class of Northeast Louisiana University, known at that time as Northeast Center. She taught school in Newellton for several years. Marguerite was an avid gardener, a life long member of the Newellton Garden club and was instrumental in publishing the first Newellton Garden Club Cookbook in 1949. It is still available today. She was an active member of the Newellton Union Church where she taught Sunday School for over 50 years, a member of the choir and helped begin the annual Bazaar that took place every fall. She and Frank traveled extensively abroad as well as in the United States. Graveside services will be held Tuesday, December 15, 2009 at 10:00 a.m. at the Newellton Legion Memorial Cemetery. The family wishes to especially thank the caregivers, Mary Helen Garner, Yvonne Moses, Carla Bailey and Edna Bryant. Memorials may be made to the Newellton Union Church or to the charity of the donor's choice. Pallbearers will be Walker Barnett, Marshall Barnett, Frank R. Burnside, III, Coates Head, Walker Head, Ben Burnside, III, N. O. Kifer and Ben Burnside, Jr.

NADINE (DENISON) PROFFER Riser Funeral Home, Columbia, LA. Funeral services for Nadine (Denison) Proffer age 59 of Grayson will be held 2:00 p.m. Tuesday December 15, 2009 from the Columbia chapel of Riser Funeral Home with Rev. Maxwell Bennett officiating. Interment will follow in the Chickasaw Cemetery east of Olla. The Proffer family will receive visitors on Monday evening from 4:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. and on Tuesday from 9:00 a.m. until time of service at the funeral home. Nadine Denison was born on July 25, 1950 at Monroe, LA to the union of her parents George Hamity Denison, Jr. and Myrtle Patton Denison. She passed from this life on December 13, 2009 at the Haven Nursing Center following an extended illness. Born to very humble beginnings Nadine worked hard from an early age to give back to her parents, in return for the love that was given and shown to her. George Jr., her father, died young and the family was left with just their mom Myrtle, who did what she could to support her family. Myrtle eventually re-married Odis Tarver who played a major role in the life of Nadine and the lives of her sibling's. Nadine began her formal education in the medical field at the St. Marys Training School at Clarks, and eventually became a Ward Secretary working at numerous hospitals throughout the north central Louisiana area. She was known for the caring and devotion she gave to each of her patients. She was preceded in death by her parents, step-father, husband: Charles Proffer, two sisters: Blanche Phillips and Maxine Grant, and a brother: Bernard Denison. Survivors include: In Nadine's word's: An excellent special friend and angel and the love of her life: Glen Grant, of Grayson. Daughter: Brenda Kay Ryan , Independence, Ky , Two grand-daughters: Kaitlyn Ryan and Courtney Ryan , both of Independence, Ky. Brother: Jimmy Denison and his wife Debbie of Kelly, Sister: Vera Peppers, of Kelly, and a host of niece's and nephew's , and other extended family member's. Pallbearers include: Her nephew's - Heath Denison, Jeff Denison, Ray Braddock, Ricky Grant, Elvis Phillips, and Eddie Westbrooks. Online condolence's may be sent at riserfuneralhomes.com.

PATSY TRAYLOR MCCRACKEN Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Farmerville, LA Funeral services for Patsy Traylor McCracken, 69 of Conway, LA, will be held at 10:00 A.M. on Wednesday, December 16, 2009 at Conway Church of Christ in Conway, LA. The service will be officiated by Bro. Terry Baze with interment to follow at Conway Cemetery in Conway, LA. Ms. Patsy T. McCracken was born on July 24, 1940, and journeyed home to join her savior and his angels on December 13, 2009. Ms. McCracken was a graduate of Farmerville High School in 1958. She completed her Bachelorette and Masters degrees in education at Louisiana Tech University. In 1998, she officially retired from her teaching career for Union Parish Schools; however, she continued to dedicate several more years to the profession she loved. Ms. McCracken expressed her love of life with her vivacious character and sparkling smile. Her warm and generous nature was evident everyday of her life. Her sustaining goodness and faith that saw her through her life will ensure that she will always be remembered. She was an exceptional teacher, a true friend, a dedicated Christian, a devoted sister, and a loving mother. She opened her heart to all and touched many lives. Her passing will be mourned deeply. She is preceded in death by her parents, Gordon and Louise Traylor of Conway, LA. She is survived by two daughters, Amy Farrar and her husband Steve of Farmerville and Misty Echols and her husband Chris of Conway; brother, Bruce Traylor and wife Mildred of Conway; six grandchildren, Bradley Farrar, Wendy Farrar, Shannon Farrar, Morgan Echols, Mallory Echols, and Calli Echols; and a niece, Rhonda Traylor Collins. Pallbearers will be Jimmy Blake, Benoit Holloway, Jr., Jamie Orten, Glen Post, III., Dane Raymond, and Mike Risinger. Visitation will be held on Tuesday, December 15, from 5:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M. at the church. In keeping with her love for and long-time dedication to children, the family asks you to donate memorials to St. Judes Children's Hospital which Ms. McCracken supported by sponsoring during her teaching career. The family would also like to express their thanks to Dr. Gregory Boyce and Dr. Henry Zizzi for their wonderful care and sincere concern over the past eight years. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com.

Lillian "Lil" Booth, 77
Lillian "Lil" Booth of Monroe, a retired nurse, died Sunday. Visitation is 5-7 p.m. Wednesday with vigil wake services at 6 p.m. at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Arrangements are incomplete.

John R. Cochran, 79
RUSTON -- John R. Cochran, retired from the Navy, died Monday. Graveside services are 2 p.m. Wednesday at Forest Lawn Cemetery. Visitation is 5-7 p.m. Tuesday at Owens Memorial Chapel Funeral Home.

Gussie B. Davis, 93
WINNSBORO -- Gussie B. Davis, a homemaker, died Monday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Gill First National Funeral Home.

Dallas W. Grafton, 75
BERNICE -- Dallas W. Grafton died Sunday. Services are 10 a.m. Wednesday at Cook Baptist Church, Ruston. Visitation is 5-7 p.m. Tuesday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Ruston. Burial will be in Forest Lawn Cemetery, Ruston.

Ecile Jones, 92
FARMERVILLE -- Ecile Jones, a homemaker, died Monday. Graveside services are 10 a.m. Thursday at Acree Cemetery, Point. Visitation is 5-7 p.m. Wednesday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home.

Chester W. Kenney, 69
WISNER -- Chester W. Kenney, a farmer, died Sunday. Services are 2 p.m. Wednesday at Eureka Baptist Church, near Gilbert. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Tuesday at the church. Burial will be in the church cemetery under the direction of Gill First National Funeral Home, Winnsboro.

Robert C. Murry, 95
OAKLAND -- Robert C. Murry, a carpenter and farmer, died Friday. Services are 1 p.m. Wednesday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Farmerville. Visitation is 4-6 p.m. Tuesday and noon Wednesday until service time. Burial will be in Birds Cemetery, Truxno.

Bertha P. Reynolds, 91
RUSTON -- Bertha Parker Reynolds, an apartment complex manager, died Saturday. Services are 11 a.m. Wednesday at King's Funeral Home. Visitation is 4-5 p.m. Tuesday. Burial will be in Springhill Church Cemetery, Simsboro.

Helen Sims, 82
Helen Sims of Monroe, a retired cook and supervisor at LTI, died Monday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Smith Funeral Home, Monroe.

Ethel M. Tankersley, 91
BASTROP -- Ethel Mae Tankersley, a homemaker, died Sunday. Graveside services are 2 p.m. Tuesday at Memorial Park Cemetery. Visitation is 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Tuesday at Golden Funeral Home.

Christopher E. Wheat, 44
COLUMBIA -- Christopher Eric Wheat, a painter for Coating Services, died Sunday. Graveside services are 1 p.m. Tuesday at Wells Cemetery, West Monroe. Visitation is 10 a.m. to noon Tuesday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Previously acknowledged
Colvin, Jenell, 10 a.m. Tuesday, Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Ruston.
Mayo, Ammie "Mollie" Wilson: 10 a.m. Tuesday, Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe.
Shows, Annie B.: 10 a.m. Tuesday, Crothers-Glenwood Funeral Home, Tallulah
Slaton, Willie B.: 2 p.m. Wednesday, Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Ruston.

December 16 , 2009 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

DELCIE C. LAW Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mrs. Delcie C. Law, 80, of West Monroe, LA will be held at 1:00 PM, December 17, 2009, Thursday, in the chapel of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Rev. Mark Fenn will officiate. Interment to follow at Mulhearn Memorial Park, Monroe under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe. Mrs. Law was born July 26, 1929 in LaSalle Parish, LA and passed away December 14, 2009 in West Monroe, LA. She was a member of First West Baptist Church and was a much loved church nursery worker for many years. Mrs. Law was preceded in death by her parents, Andrew C. Cruse and Gladys Clark Cruse and a son, Alan Ray Law. Mrs. Law is survived by her husband of over 59 years, William H. Law; a daughter Terri Crooks and husband Mike; a grandson, Danny Law; 2 brothers; Jerry and J. T. Cruse and a sister, Dorothy Rasberry; several nieces and nephews. Visitation will be Wednesday, December 16, 2009 from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM at Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com

GERALAD WAYNE THORNTON Jones Funeral Home, Crossett, AR Gerald Wayne Thornton, age 69, of Crossett, AR, formerly of West Monroe, LA died on Monday, December 14, 2009. He was born on January 10, 1940 to Hershel Monroe and Lenora Miller Thornton. Mr. Thornton was an Air Force veteran and retired as warehouse manager from Lowe's in West Monroe, LA. He loved to fish, grill and spend time with his family. He was preceded in death by his parents and one brother, Clell Thornton. Survivors include his wife of 46 years, Pam Thornton of Crossett; two sons, Randy Thornton and wife Leslie of San Antonio, TX, Scott Thornton and wife Aimee of Crossett; one daughter, Kim Pegram and husband Dee of Collins, MS; three brothers, James Reginald "Bud" Thornton, Hershel "Bo" Thornton and wife Gaye and Danny "Dump" Thornton and wife Jean; two sisters, Norma Emory and husband Edwin and Nelda Hendrix; a sister-in-law, Rosie Thornton, all of W. Monroe, LA and six grandchildren. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Wednesday, December 16, 2009 at Jones Funeral Home Chapel. Interment will follow at Crossroads Cemetery under the direction of Jones Funeral Home of Crossett, AR. (www.jonesservice.com)

JAMES A. PICKEL Kilpatrick Funeral Homes Farmerville, LA. Funeral services for Mr. James A. Pickel, 93, of Farmerville are at 10:00 A. M. on Friday, December 18, 2009 at Kilpatrick Funeral Home Chapel in Farmerville, LA. Jerry Keene, and Larry White will officiate. Interment will follow at the Farmerville City Cemetery under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home of Farmerville. Mr. Pickel was a life long native of Farmerville. Mr. Pickel was born on August 4, 1916 and passed away on December 15, 2009. Mr. Pickel was a retired operator with International Mineral and Chemicals in Sterlington, LA. He is preceded in death by his father, J.E. W. Pickel, Sr., mother, Lizzie May Pickel, sister, Genell Blake, and brother, J.E.W. Pickel, Jr. He is survived by his wife of 70 years, Eddice M. Pickel of Farmerville, daughter, LaJune Edwards of Farmerville, son, James H. Pickel and wife Vickie of Sulphur Springs, TX, son, Shelby Joe Pickel and wife Sharon of Marion, LA, and son Jerry L. Pickel of Farmerville, 7 grand -children and 13 great-grandchildren. Pallbearers will be Greg Edwards, Craig Edwards, Heath Wilson, Jay Pickel, Tyler Holloway, Joey Farris. Honorary Pallbearers will be K.D. Kilpatrick, and Stein Baughman. Visitation will be held Thursday, December 17, 2009 from 5:00 P.M. until 8 P.M. at Kilpatrick Funeral Home of Farmerville, LA. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com.

LILLIAN ROSE "LIL" SWEAT BOOTH Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road, Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mrs. Lillian Rose "Lil" Sweat Booth, 77, of Monroe, will be held at 10:00 AM Thursday, December 17, 2009, at Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Church with Rev. Sebastian Kallarackal officiating. Interment will follow at Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Mrs. Booth passed away Sunday, December 13, 2009 at St. Francis Medical Center. She was a member of Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Church. She was a volunteer for the St. Vincent DePaul Pharmacy for more than eight years and was a member of Parents Without Partners. Mrs. Booth was a registered nurse for forty-six years and retired from St. Francis Medical Center after 21 years of service. Mrs. Booth was preceded in death by her husband, Roy Anthony "Tony" Booth; and granddaughter, Emilie Elizabeth Posey. Survivors include her daughters, Cindy Robinson and husband Danny, and Kathy Posey and husband Mark; sons, Mark Booth and wife Debbie, Dan Booth, Joe Booth and wife Rhonda, and Jim Booth and wife Tracy; sisters, Cecilia Mitchell, Dorothy Early and husband Cedric, Lucille Calhoun and husband Larry, and Juanita Rothman; brothers, John Sweat and wife Frankie, and Allen Sweat and wife Sue; grandchildren, Dana Robinson, Abby Robinson, Ryan Booth, Kyle Booth, Tony Booth, Elizabeth Booth, Kaitlin Posey, Brittany Booth, Taylor Booth, Kelsey Booth, Mackenzie Booth, Whitney Crosser, Britney Crosser, Jamie Booth, and Michael Booth; and numerous nieces and nephews. Pallbearers will be Ryan Booth, Kyle Booth, Tony Booth, Michael Booth, Danny Robinson, Mark Posey, Tracy Douglas, and Don McEnery. Visitation will be Wednesday from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM and a Vigil Wake Service at 6:00 PM at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. The family requests in lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to St. Vincent DePaul Pharmacy, 502 Grammont Street, Monroe, LA 71201. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com

MARGUERITE SMITH BURNSIDE Crothers-Glenwood Funeral Home, Tallulah, LA Marguerite Smith Burnside, 96, of Newellton, LA died Sunday at her home. She was born September 4, 1913 in St. Joseph, LA and lived in Newellton all her life. She was the daughter of Stephen and Ellen Smith. She was preceded in death by two brothers and one sister. She is survived by her husband, Frank Burnside, whom she was married to for 73 years; two children Karen Barnett and husband Glenn of Jackson, TN and Frank Jr. and wife Jan of Newellton. Five grandchildren survive her Walker Barnett (Lisa) of Houston, TX, Marshall Barnett (Arden) of New Orleans, Kate Barnett of Steamboat Springs, CO, Berry Burnside Trascher (Rad) of Baton Rouge and Frank Robinson Burnside, III of Newellton. Also four great-grandchildren survive her, as well as, lifelong friend and sister-in-law, Mrs. Virginia Burnside and brother-in-law W. W. Burnside of Fayetteville, Arkansas. Marguerite graduated in the first graduating class of Northeast Louisiana University, known at that time as Northeast Center. She taught school in Newellton for several years. Marguerite was an avid gardener, a life long member of the Newellton Garden club and was instrumental in publishing the first Newellton Garden Club Cookbook in 1949. It is still available today. She was an active member of the Newellton Union Church where she taught Sunda School for over 50 years, a member of the choir and helped begin the annual Bazaar that took place every fall. She and Frank traveled extensively abroad as well as in the United States. Graveside services will be held Tuesday, December 15, at 10:00 a.m. at the Newellton Legion Memorial Cemetery. The family wishes to especially thank the caregivers, Mary Helen Garner, Yvonne Moses, Carla Bailey and Edna Bryant. Memorials may be made to the Newellton Union Church or to the charity of the donor's choice. Pallbearers will be Walker Barnett, Marshall Barnett, Frank R. Burnside, III, Coates Head, Walker Head, Ben Burnside, III, N. O. Kifer and Ben Burnside, Jr.

ROBBIE BOOTH RUSSELL Kilpatrick Funeral Homes, Farmerville, LA. Funeral Services for Robbie L. Russell, 90, of Marion, LA, will be held Thursday, December 17, 2009 at 10:00 A.M. at the Chapel of Kilpatrick Funeral Home with Pastor Don Reeves, assisted by Pastor Bubba Hoggatt. Burial will follow in Linville at Liberty Cemetery under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home in Farmerville, LA. Mrs. Russell was born on September 10, 1919 and passed away on December 14, 2009. She was a member of Dean Baptist Church. She was preceded in death by her husband Jack Russell and daughter Jamie Bearden. She is survived by her daughter Connie Cole and husband Leroy Cole of Marion, LA; her son Bonnie Aldo Russell and wife Mary Len Russell of Marion, LA; 9 grandchildren, 21 great-grandchildren, and 3 great-great grandchildren. Pallbearers will be David Cole, Edward Cole, Stuart Bearden, Jason Russell, Derek Russell, and Keegan Russell. Honorary Pallbearers: Deacons of Dean Baptist church. Visitation will be held Wednesday, December 16, 2009 from 5:00 P.M. until 8 P.M. at Kilpatrick Funeral Homes. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com.

ROBERT FERGUSON (BOB) LOFTIN Restland Funeral Home, Dallas, TX Born in Bastrop, LA on February 8, 1938. Died peacefully at his home after a nine-month battle with brain cancer. Parents (deceased): William D. Loftin and Bobbie Ferguson. Survived by wife of 50 years, Margaret McLaurin Loftin, son Robert F. Loftin, Jr. and daughter-in-law Toni Loftin of Richardson, TX; twin brother Bill Loftin and wife Karen of Oxford, AL; sister-in-law Anne McLaurin Simpson and husband Wayne Simpson of Shreveport, LA; sister-in-law Patricia McLaurin Douglass and husband Don of Jamestown, NC; brother-in-law John C. McLaurin, III and wife Arrie of Shreveport, LA and 9 nieces and nephews. A lifelong athlete, Bob earned a baseball scholarship with twin brother Bill to Louisiana State University and spent several years in the minor leagues for the Los Angeles Dodgers. Bob had a 24-year career as a teacher, coach and administrator in the Richardson Independent School District and served as assistant principal at Pearce High School and Richardson North Junior High School. One of Bob's passions in retirement was golf and he never missed an opportunity to play a round with his friends, but his greatest joy was traveling around the country with his wife and a favorite destination was New York City. A visitation will be held at Restland Funeral Home from 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. Thursday, December 17th. A memorial service will be held at First United Methodist Church Richardson, 503 N. Central Expressway, Friday, December 18th at 11:00 a.m. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the First United Methodist Church Richardson Pathway with Purpose Building Fund, Attn: Business Office, P.O. Box 830877, Richardson, TX 75083-0877. Contributions may also be made to Presbyterian Faith Hospice, c/o Presbyterian Communities and Services Foundation 550 E Ann Arbor, Dallas, TX 75216 (214) 413-4120.

TERRY -- Martha Epting Baker, a supervisor and a homemaker, died Sunday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville.

Scott Eugene Berry, 70
OAK GROVE -- Scott Eugene Berry, a pilot and salesman, died Tuesday. Services are 2 p.m. Wednesday at First Baptist Church. Burial will be in Oak Grove Cemetery under the direction of Cox Funeral Home.

Eugene Brooks, 77
HOUSTON -- Eugene Brooks, formerly of Monroe, a maintenance employee, died Dec. 7. Services are 10 a.m. Friday at Liberty Christian Center, Monroe. Burial will be in the V.A. Cemetery, Keithville, under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville.

Addie Broussard, 59
RAYVILLE -- Addie Broussard, a homemaker, died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home.

Elizabeth Buddin, 61
MARION -- Elizabeth "Sandy" Buddin, a homemaker, died Dec. 7. Memorial services are 2 p.m. Saturday at Franklin Street Baptist Church Fellowship Hall, Farmerville.

John R. Cochran, 79
RUSTON -- John R. Cochran, retired from the Navy, died Monday. Graveside services are 10 a.m. Thursday at Forest Lawn Cemetery. Visitation is 5-7 p.m. Tuesday at Owens Memorial Chapel Funeral Home.

Gussie B. Davis, 93
WINNSBORO -- Gussie B. Davis, a homemaker, died Monday. Services are 10 a.m. Thursday at Gill First National Funeral Home. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Wednesday. Burial will be in Myrtle Memorial Cemetery.

Gayle Fields, 62
Gayle Fields of West Monroe, a retired automotive supervisor with PWI Industries, died Dec. 8. Memorial services are 1 p.m. Wednesday at Griffin Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Dallas W. Grafton, 75
BERNICE -- Dallas W. Grafton died Sunday. Services are 10 a.m. Wednesday at Cook Baptist Church. Burial will be in Forest Lawn Cemetery under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Ruston.

Helen V. Horstmann, 83
HOUSTON -- Helen Virginia Horstmann, formerly of Monroe, a retired pre-kindergarten teacher, died Monday. Visitation is 10-11 a.m. Friday at Mulhearn Memorial Park Mausoleum Chapel, Monroe. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe.

Tena Mayeaux, 46
JONESVILLE -- Tena Mayeaux, a homemaker, died Monday. Services are 2 p.m. Wednesday at Young's Funeral Home. Visitation is noon until service time Wednesday. Burial will be in Pease Cemetery, Larto.

Jay McCarta, 29
GILBERT -- Jay McCarta, an oil field worker, died Monday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home, Winnsboro.

Patsy T. McCracken, 69
MARION -- Patsy Traylor McCracken, a teacher, died Sunday. Services are 10 a.m. Wednesday at Conway Church of Christ. Burial will be in Conway Cemetery under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Farmerville.

Walter Neller, 83
TALLULAH -- Walter Neller, a retired lumber laborer, died Sunday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at New Zion Missionary Baptist Church, Sondheimer. Visitation is 1-5 p.m. Friday at Brannum Funeral Home, Lake Providence. Burial will be in New Zion Cemetery.

Phillip Darryl Perot, 42
GILMER, Texas -- Phillip Darryl Perot, formerly of Columbia, a pipeliner, died Sunday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Riser Funeral Home, Columbia.

Annie Pringle, 91
Annie Pringle of Monroe, a homemaker, died Friday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville.

Robert Richardson, 57
TALLULAH -- Robert Richardson, a millwright, died Dec. 8. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville.

Charmaine Riley, 51
RAYVILLE -- Charmaine Riley, a cosmetologist, died Friday. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at Holly Ridge Baptist Church. Visitation is 2-6 p.m. Friday at Tennant Funeral Home. Burial will be in the church cemetery.

Valerie Madden Rogers, 77
RUSTON -- Valerie Madden Rogers, formerly of Newellton, a homemaker, died Monday. Graveside services are 3 p.m. Thursday at Harmony Chapel Cemetery, Hico, under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home.

Durward Metz Simpson, 82
Durward Metz Simpson of West Monroe, a retired warehouse supervisor for Graphic Packaging, died Monday. Services are 10 a.m. Wednesday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Burial will be in Hasley Cemetery.

Willie B. Slaton, 77
RUSTON -- Willie B. Slaton, a Department of Forestry employee, died Friday. Services are 2 p.m. Wednesday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home. Burial will be in Longstraw Cemetery.

Elizabeth Brannum Trass, 85
LAKE PROVIDENCE -- Elizabeth Brannum Trass, owner of Brannum Funeral Home, embalmer, funeral director and retired teacher, died Monday. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at St. James AME Church. Visitation is 4-7 p.m. Friday at the church. Burial will be in Lake Providence Cemetery under the direction of Brannum Funeral Home.

Ada Dean Williams, 93
FERRIDAY -- Ada Dean Williams died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Young's Funeral Home.

Ramond Williams, 37
TALLULAH -- Ramond "Joe Soul" Williams, a cotton gin employee, died Dec. 9. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Zion Flowers Baptist Church, Tallulah. Visitation is 10 a.m. Saturday until service time at the church. Burial will be in Oakwood Cemetery under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville.

Myrtle W. Wyche, 91
TALLULAH -- Myrtle W. Wyche died Monday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Beckwith Golden Gate Funeral Home.

Previously acknowledged
Jones, Ecile: 10 a.m. Thursday, Acree Cemetery, Point.
Kenney, Chester W.: 2 p.m. Wednesday, Eureka Baptist Church, near Gilbert.
Murry, Robert C.: 1 p.m. Wednesday, Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Farmerville.
Reynolds, Bertha Parker: 11 a.m. Wednesday, King's Funeral Home, Ruston.

December 17, 2009 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

December 18, 2009 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

December 19 , 2009 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

ELIZABETH SANDERA BUDDIN Marion, LA. Memorial services for Sandy Buddin, 61 of Marion, will be held on Saturday, December 19, 2009 at the Fellowship Hall of the Franklin Street Baptist Church in Farmerville at 2:00 p.m.. Sandy passed away on December 7, after a lengthly illness. She is preceded in death by her father Donald Jack Slater and her mother Alyene Arthur. Survivors include her husband Donald Buddin of Marion, three sons: Jeff Savage of Abilene, TX., Gary Ryan of Monroe, and Nicolas Buddin of Marion: one daughter Tammy Catoe and husband Jeff of Wylie, TX., stepmother Delsie Slater of Marion; three brothers Donald Jack Slater, Jr and wife Sheila of Brownwood, TX, Thomas Reppond of Rocky Branch and Sidney (Sam) Slater of Marion: six sisters: Sybil Taylor and husband Luther of West Monroe, Marsha Collins of Batesville, AR, Liz Reppond of Columbia, Sue Phillips of Farmerville, Carolyn Crane and husband Bill of Bosie, ID, Amy Chisholm and husband Greg of Oak Harbor,WA. Extended family: Bobby Jo Parvin, Iwanda Boyd and husband Roger, and Johnny Brunson and wife Patsy all of Texas; 4 grandchildren, numerous neices & nephews and special friend Alice Grisby.

FELIX JEFFERSON HARRIS Smith Funeral Home, Monroe, LA Felix Jefferson Harris was born in Mer Rouge, Louisiana on May 20, 1936, to the late Ivey James Harris and Cordelia Dunklin Harris. He accepted Christ at an early age and united with the Eudora Missionary Baptist Church with the late Rev. W. S. Robinson as pastor. He lived a fulfilled and joyous life until Christ called him home to rest on Saturday, December 12, 2009. Felix acquired his early education in the Morehouse Parish School System and went on to pursue a higher education at Grambling State University. He was drafted to serve in the United States Army for two years. After completing his military duties, he continued his education at Grambling State University with a degree in Speech and Drama and a minor in English. Felix was a Speech and Drama and English Teacher in Union Parish for approximately 30 years. He was affiliated with Louisiana Association of Education,Union Parish Association of Education, Grambling State University Alumni and Matador Social Club. Other career endeavors were a licensed car entrepreneur, a clothing salesman, and a real estate owner. He leaves to cherish his memories, a loving and devoted wife, Ruby Metoyer Harris, one daughter, Felice Harris Drain and husband Kevin, of Red Oak, Texas, three grandchildren, Mariah, Kevin Felix, and Morgan. Five sisters, Bettye Keeter, Hazel Drumgoole, of Lake Charles, Louisiana, Helen Hill, of Mobile, Alabama, Sadie Rose and husband David of Bastrop, Louisiana, and Callie Wilson, of Mer Rouge, Louisiana, two sister-in-laws, Marie Meziere and husband Andrew of Shreveport, Louisiana and Lillie Harris, of Southfield, Michigan and a host nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends. Visitation will be held from 1:00 p.m. until service time at Zion Traveler Baptist Church. Funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m. at Zion Traveler Baptist Church, Monroe, LA. Committal: Richwood Memorial Gardens, Richwood, LA.

In Memory of RITA INZINA SIMMONS 12/18/50 to 8/21/08 Rita today is 59 years ago you made your dad and I the happiest parents in the world. Now you are in heaven with Jesus and the angels are singing happy birthday to you for us. Have a blessed and happy birthday. Your family: dad and mom, John and Rose; sisters: Gail and Sarah; brothers: John Jr. & Daniel; daughter and son-in-law Amy and Jack; husband: Charles

LENORE E. LOCKARD Herod Funeral Home, Point Marion, PA Lenore E. Lockard, 88, of San Antonio, Texas, died Monday, December 14, 2009. Survived by loving children, David Lockard and wife Carol of Monroe, Louisana, Gene Lockard of Houston, Texas and Sue Tinney of San Antonio; four grandchildren, seven great-grandchildren; and one brother. Predeceased by husband, Charles in 1995. Friends will be received in the Richard R. Herod Funeral Home, 501 Morgantown St., Point Marion, PA 15474 (724-725-5245) on Sunday, Dec. 20th, from 1 p.m. until 3 p.m. Funeral services will begin at 3:00 p.m. with interment to follow. Memorials: Wounded Warrior Project, 7010 A.C. Skinner Parkway, Suite 100, Jacksonville, FL 32256.

MERRITT ROBERTSON Gorsulowsky Funeral Home, Vivian, LA Merritt Robertson died Wednesday night, December 16, 2009 in West Monroe following a long life. She was 95. Funeral services will be held at the Church of Christ, 900 North Pine Street in Vivian, LA on Friday, December 18th at 3pm preceded by visitation from 1:00 until 3:00 PM at the church building. Born September 16, 1914 in Vivian, Mrs. Robertson lived through the turbulent years of the Great Depression, Roaring Twenties, booming area oil fields and World Was II as an active participant. She was married to James H. Robertson in 1934 by James' father, Euan E. Robertson, a long-time Vivian justice of the peace. The newly-weds spent several years following the oil fields as James worked as roughneck and driller in such finds as Pine Island, Rodessa, Golden Meadow and Homer in Louisiana. They also made the East Texas and Oklahoma City booms. During World Was II, Mrs. Robertson worked as a riveter at Consolidated Aircraft in San Diego, CA, making wings for B-29 bombers, while James served as Fireman First Class in the US Navy there. Merritt typified "Rosie the Riveter", a media creation who represented the millions of women who went to work during the war at jobs normally held by men. Following the war, the Robertson's returned to Vivian, first living in town and eventually settling on a farm belonging to one of James' aunts, on the Hosston Road where the last of their seven children was born. During this time, Merritt worked as a licensed practical nurse for the Pardue-Speer Hospital. The family later moved to Dixie, then to Luna. While in Luna she and James were instrumental in the founding of The Duck Commander, an international sporting goods business. As her own children began to have children of their own, Merritt began a new career as "Granny" to third and fourth generations of grandchildren and great grandchildren - as well as two great-great grandchildren. She is survived by six children: James F. and wife Connie of Elgin, TX, Harold G. and wife Mary of Farmerville, Thomas S. and wife Nancy of Lindale, TX, Phil A. and wife Kay of Luna, Silas M. and wife Christine of West Monroe and Janice E. Dasher and husband Gordon of Luna. She was predeceased by one daughter, Judith A. who married James P. Gimber. She is also survived by one sister Mary Sue Alexander of Vivian, 22 grandchildren, 39 great grandchildren and 2 great-great grandchildren. The family wishes to express its gratitude to the staff of the Landmark Nursing Home in West Monroe for its care and support during Mrs. Robertson's last months. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Gorsulowsky Funeral Home in Vivian. Grandsons will be pallbearers.

PHILLIP DARRYL PEROT Riser Funeral Home, Columbia, LA Darryl Perot, 41, passed away from this life into his Heavenly Kingdom on Monday, December 14, 2009. Services will be held Saturday, December 19, 2009 at 1:00 PM, at Riser Funeral Home of Columbia with Rev. Todd Whittington officiating. Burial will be at the Fellowship Cemetery, Northwest of Columbia, following the funeral services. Visitation will be 4:00 until 9:00 PM, Friday, December 19, 2009 at the funeral home. Darryl Perot was born in Baton Rouge, LA, on December 28, 1967 to the proud parents of Anthony and Sheila Perot. Mr. Perot was a graduate of ULM of Monroe, LA where he earned his Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management. Mr. Perot had been employed by Applied Consultants, Inc. and Mustang Engineering as a Pipeline Construction Inspector and a Material Procurement Inspector. Mr. Darryl Perot is survived by his wife, Cathy and his beloved daughter Olivia of West Monroe, LA; his parents, Anthony "Tony" and Sheila Perot of Longview; brother, Charles Damon Perot and special friend Loretta Tucker of Longview; sister, Dasha Diane Perot and special friend Jean of Longview; nephews, Kade Dakota Perot and Kale Dalton Perot of Longview, Mason Martin and Braden Martin of Columbia, LA; nieces, Makaylia D. Perot of Longview, and Ashley Martin of Columbia, LA; aunt, Ted and Debbie Sanderfer of Corpus Christi; cousins, Byron and Misty Sanderfer of San Antonio, Jennifer, Brian and Carson Mayes of Parker, CO; aunt, Phillis Lachney of Forrest Hill, LA; uncles, O.V. and wife Connie Sue Perot of West Monroe, LA, and Mike and wife Susie Perot of Baton Rouge, LA; brother-in-law, Chuck and Kim Martin of Columbia, LA; father and mother-in-laws, Charles and Mary Martin of West Monroe, LA. Pallbearers will be Heath Legg, Matt Delcoure, Steely Smith, Luke Norwood, Matt May, Billy Latham, James Girod and Shay Pine. To extend online condolences to the Perot family please visit www.riserfuneralhomes.com

RICHARD WILLIAM MCCOY Kilpatrick Funeral Home Ruston, LA Funeral service for Mr. Richard William McCoy, age 79, of Dubach will be held at 10:00 AM Saturday, December 19, 2009 at Fellowship Baptist Church in Dubach. Officiating the service will be Rev. Connie Smith and Rev. Stan McGee. Interment will follow at Henry Cemetery in Hico under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home in Ruston. He was born October 2, 1930 and passed away December 17, 2009 following a brief illness. Mr. McCoy was preceded in death by five sisters, two brothers, and a son-in-law. Mr. McCoy was a member of Fellowship Baptist Church where he served as a deacon. He worked as a carpenter for Ruston Construction Company and Mitchell Enterprises and also volunteered with the Lincoln Parish Fire Department for many years. He is survived by his wife of fifty years: Wilma McCoy of Dubach; daughters: Kathy Carson and husband Kenneth of Crowville, Angela Jordan and husband Steve of Vicksburg, MS, and Donna Roberson of Dubach; son: Barry McCoy and wife Angie of Denham Springs; brothers-in-law: Don Ware of Shreveport, Tommy Warner of Bossier and William Still of Taylor; sisters-in-law: Lucille McCoy of Shreveport and Joyce Knowles and husband Ted of Dubach; brother-in-law: Stan McGee and wife Pat of Stonewall; grandchildren: Kallie, Kristin, and Kyle Carson, Steven and Taylor Jordan, Savannah, Summer, and Stockton Roberson and Richard, Ryan, and Rachel McCoy and numerous nieces and nephews. Pallbearers will be Steven Jordan, Kyle Carson, Deany Herring, Thomas Bethke, Ken Telford and Michael Hensley. Honorary Pallbearers will be Deacons of Fellowship Baptist Church. Visitation will be from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM Friday, December 18, 2009 at Fellowship Baptist Church in Dubach. Memorials may be made to the Fellowship Baptist Church Music Department. Online condolence may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com

VIVIAN GUILLORY Hixson Funeral Home, Lake Charles, LA Vivian Guillory, 59, passed away on Thursday, December 17, 2009 at her residence. She was a native of Bastrop and lived in the Lake Charles area for the past 10 years. She was a self employed bookkeeper/ notary. She was a wonderful selfless person when it came to the needs of others, always the first to help with her charasmatic positve and supportive personality. She had a love for life and was always happpy and cheerful. She was a caring and loving wife, mother, grandmother, sister and friend, who will be loved and missed by all. Suvivors are her husband, Mark Guillory, one son; William Gary Grayson, Jr and wife Dana of Bastrop, La.; one daughter; Eve Marie Stromer and husband Joel of Lake Charles, two grandchildren; Morgan Marie Grayson and Mallory Elizabeth Grayson of Bastrop, La.; brother; Issac Carrington of Winsboro, La.; sisters; Catherine Taylor of Winder, Ga.; Lillian Carraway of Bastrop, La. and Daisy Mae Taylor of Wisner, La. She is preceded in death by her parents Issac and Rosey Carrington, brothers; Jack, Charlie and Robert Carrington, sister; Bertha Lawrence. Her funeral will be at 2:00 p.m. Saturday, December 19, 2009 at Hixson Funeral Home Chapel in Lake Charles. Bro. Guy will officiate. Burial will be at Highland Memory Gardens. Visitation will be Friday, December 18 from 4:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. and will resume Saturday at 8:00 a.m. until time of service. Words of comfort may be shared with the family at www.hixsonfuneralhomes.com

Robert Berry, 81
WISNER -- Robert Berry, a retired mechanic with the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development, died Friday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home, Winnsboro.

Daisy Mae Blackson, 66
WINNSBORO -- Daisy Mae Blackson, an electronic technician, died Wednesday. Services are 11 a.m. Monday at Pilgrim Baptist Church. Visitation is 2-7 p.m. Sunday at Richardson Funeral Home. Burial will be in Morning Star Cemetery, Fort Necessity.

Storm Cangemi, 16
VIDALIA -- Storm Cangemi, a student, died Thursday. Services are 2 p.m. Sunday at Vidalia Riverfront Convention Center. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Saturday at Young's Funeral Home. Burial will be in Natchez City Cemetery, Natchez, Miss.

Annise McCain, 92
Annise McCain of Monroe, a heavy duty equipment operator, died Thursday. Graveside services are 9 a.m. Tuesday at Richwood Memorial Gardens. Wake services are 7-8 p.m. Monday at Funerals by McFarland, Monroe.

Darryl Perot, 41
COLUMBIA -- Darryl Perot, a pipeline construction inspector and material procurement inspector, died Monday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at Riser Funeral Home. Burial will be in Fellowship Cemetery.

Estelle Richards, 82
JONESVILLE -- Estelle Richards died Friday. Services are 2 p.m. Monday at Lismore Baptist Church. Visitation is noon until service time Monday at the church. Burial will be in Oswalt Cemetery under the direction of Young's Funeral Home, Ferriday.

Carroll Robinson, 88
JONESBORO -- Carroll Robinson died Friday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Southern Funeral Homes.

Joseph Lee Vining, 72
FOREST -- Joseph Lee Vining, a farmer, died Thursday. Services are 3 p.m. Sunday at Cox Funeral Home, Oak Grove. Visitation is 5-9 p.m. Saturday. Burial will be in New Forest Cemetery.

Marilyn 'Beth' Williams, 73
FERRIDAY -- Marilyn "Beth" Williams, a waitress and sales clerk, died Friday. Services are 10 a.m. Monday at Young's Funeral Home. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Sunday. Burial will be in Greenlawn Memorial Park, Natchez, Miss.

Previously acknowledged
Baker, Martha Epting: 1:30 p.m. Sunday, Mount Pleasant Baptist Church, Terry.
Blakely, Curtis Donald: 11 a.m. Saturday, St. Rest Baptist Church, Quitman.
Broussard, Addie: 11 a.m. Saturday, Macedonia Baptist Church, Rayville.
Brown, Emily Elaine Caldwell: 10 a.m. Saturday, Memorial Park Cemetery, Bastrop.
Buddin, Elizabeth "Sandy": 2 p.m. Saturday, Franklin Street Baptist Church Fellowship Hall, Farmerville.
Carter, Lavetria L.: 2 p.m. Saturday, River of Life Church, Winnsboro.
Chapman, Ina Kendrick: 1 p.m. Saturday, Comer Funeral Home, Ferriday.
Dunn, Walter, 2 p.m. Sunday, Union Valley Baptist Church, Delhi.
Elmore, Antoinette: 11 a.m. Monday, Miller Funeral Home, Monroe.
Harris, Jessie: 1 p.m. Saturday, Mount Pleasant Baptist Church, Wisner.
Harris, Felix: 2 p.m. Saturday, Zion Traveler Baptist Church, Monroe.
Howard, Adrienne B.: 1 p.m. Sunday, Cuba Baptist Church, Winnsboro.
Jones, Sylvester: 11 a.m. Saturday, Winnsboro Second Baptist Church, Winnsboro.
Kelley, Huey P.: 2:30 p.m. Saturday, St. Clair Baptist Church, Chatham.
King, Mario: 1 p.m. Saturday, St. John Baptist Church, Delhi.
Neller, Walter: 11 a.m. Saturday, New Zion Missionary Baptist Church, Sondheimer.
Perez, Felicita: 11 a.m. Saturday, Cox Funeral Home, Oak Grove.
Pringle, Annie: 11 a.m. Saturday, Rose of Sharon Baptist Church, Monroe.
Richardson, Robert: 1 p.m. Saturday, Mount Olive Baptist Church, Newellton.
Riley, Charmaine: 2 p.m. Saturday, Holly Ridge Baptist Church, Rayville.
Sims, Helen: 11 a.m. Sunday, St. Paul United Methodist Church, Monroe.
Smith, Jo Ann: 1 p.m. Saturday, Liberty Christian Center, Monroe.
Stewart, James Sr.: 11 a.m. Satuarday, Christian Fellowship Assembly of God, Monroe.
Thomas, Josie, 2 p.m. Sunday, Jehovah's Witnesses, Monroe.
Trass, Elizabeth Brannum: 2 p.m. Saturday, St. James AME Church, Lake Providence.
White, Eartha: 11 a.m. Saturday, Lighthouse Church, Monroe.
Williams, Ramond "Joe Soul": 11 a.m. Saturday, Zion Flowers Baptist Church, Tallulah.

December 20, 2009 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

WISNER -- Robert Garnier Berry, a retired mechanic for the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development, died Friday. Services are 2 p.m. Sunday at South Central Baptist Church. Burial will be in South Central Cemetery under the direction of Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home.

Michael A. Casola, 70
VENICE, Fla. -- Michael A. Casola, an Army veteran, died Tuesday. Arrangements were under the direction of Farley Funeral Home.

Albertia Cassey, 79
Albertia Cassey of Monroe, a retired educator, died Tuesday. Services are 1 p.m. Tuesday at Richardson Funeral Home, Monroe. Visitation is 1-6 p.m. Monday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens.

Jesse Bailey Chelette, 75
OLLA -- Jesse Bailey Chelette, retired from Entergy, died Saturday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Riser Funeral Home.

Helen Moses Davies, 92
Helen Moses Davies of West Monroe, a retired office manager, died Saturday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Donna Ruth Davis, 56
Donna Ruth Davis of Monroe, a NAPA parts manager, died Friday. Services are 2 p.m. Monday at Green Chapel Church of God. Visitation is 5-9 p.m. Sunday at Cox Funeral Home, Oak Grove. Burial will be in New Forest Cemetery, Forest.

Cleo Free, 91
ARCHIBALD -- Cleo Free, a retired convenience store manager, died Thursday. Services are 2 p.m. Sunday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Rayville. Visitation is 1 p.m. until service time at the funeral home. Burial will be in Lynn Cemetery.

Robert C. Fuller, 67
Robert C. Fuller of West Monroe, a pest control exterminator, died Saturday. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Monday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Additional arrangements are pending.

Geraldine Hill, 72
Geraldine Hill of Calhoun, a homemaker, died Saturday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Michael Wayne Keene, 47
Michael Wayne "Mike" Keene of Monroe, a heavy equipment operator, died Thursday. Services were 3 p.m. Saturday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe.

Sandra Golsby Landrum, 65
DOWNSVILLE -- Sandra Golsby Landrum, a credit clerk, died Wednesday. Services are 2 p.m. Sunday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Burial will be in Antioch Methodist Church Cemetery, Eros.

Earline Odom, 88
Earline Odom of West Monroe, a homemaker, died Saturday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Jeannie Ogden, 61
DELHI -- Jeannie Ogden died Saturday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Griffin Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Mary J. Quarles, 90
COLUMBIA -- Mary J. Quarles died Saturday. Services are 2 p.m. Monday at First United Pentecostal Church, Newellton. Visitation is 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Monday at the church. Burial will be in Legion Memorial Cemetery, Newellton, under the direction of Griffin Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Vernon G. Sawyer, 66
BRANDON, Miss. -- Vernon Gerald Sawyer, owner of Vernon Sawyer Trucking, died Friday. Services are 3 p.m. Sunday at First Baptist Church, Bastrop. Visitation is 12:30-2 p.m. Sunday at Cox Funeral Home, Bastrop. Burial will be in Memorial Park Cemetery, Bastrop.

Birtie Irene Sullivan, 85
Birtie Irene Sullivan of Monroe, a homemaker, died Friday. Services are 10 a.m. Monday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Monroe. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Forest Cemetery, Forest.

Douglas J. Tisdale, 60
RIDGECREST -- Douglas Joseph Tisdale, a fire captain, died Saturday. Graveside services are 2 p.m. Monday at Greenlawn Memorial Park. Visitation is 1-1:30 pm. Monday at Young's Funeral Home, Ferriday..

Joseph Lee Vining, 72
OAK GROVE -- Joseph Lee Vining, a farmer, died Thursday. Services are 2 p.m. Sunday at Cox Funeral Home. Burial will be in New Forest Cemetery, Forest.

Previously acknowledged
Baker, Martha Epting: 1:30 p.m. Sunday, Mount Pleasant Baptist Church, Terry.
Blackson, Daisy Mae: 11 a.m. Monday, Pilgrim Baptist Church, Winnsboro.
Cangemi, Storm: 2 p.m. Sunday, Vidalia Riverfront Convention Center.
Dunn, Walter: 2 p.m. Sunday, Union Valley Baptist Church, Delhi.
Elmore, Antoinette: 11 a.m. Monday, Miller Funeral Home, Monroe.
Howard, Adrienne B.: 1 p.m. Sunday, Cuba Baptist Church, Winnsboro.
McCain, Annise: 9 a.m. Tuesday, Richwood Memorial Gardens.
Richards, Estelle: 2 p.m. Monday, Lismore Baptist Church, Jonesville.
Sims, Helen: 11 a.m. Sunday, St. Paul United Methodist Church, Monroe.
Thomas, Josie: 2 p.m. Sunday, Jehovah's Witnesses, Monroe.
Williams, Marilyn "Beth": 10 a.m. Monday, Young's Funeral Home, Ferriday.
Published: December 20. 2009 1:15AM

December 21, 2009 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

EARLINE COX ODOM Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mrs. Earline Cox Odom, 88, of West Monroe will be held 10:00 AM Tuesday, December 22, 2009, in the chapel of Kilpatrick Funeral Home of West Monroe. Reverend Byron Boykin will officiate, with burial to be held at the Holmesville Baptist Church in Downsville, LA under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home of West Monroe. Mrs. Odom was born on April 14, 1921 to Mack Daniel Cox and Claudie Lee Allen Cox of Downsville. She was preceded in death by her husband of 63 years, Arthur Nulan Odom, who passed away April 1, 2001; her twin brother, Earl Cox, other brothers, Sherman and M. D. Cox, Jr. and sisters, Mrs. Gladys Allen, Mrs. Evelyn Love, and Mrs. Laverne Van Landingham. Earline and her husband Arthur lived at the same address for 57 years, where the two of them grew a fine vegetable garden, fruit trees, and beautiful flowers. Earline was a two-time breast cancer survivor, in 1971 and 1992, and a 5-year lung cancer survivor. For many years after her first bout with breast cancer, she worked as a volunteer with the American Cancer Society to help and encourage women who were battling the disease. She spent many hours encouraging others and giving of herself. Survivors include her daughters and sons-in-law, Sandra and Larry Cash, and Barbara and Paul (Pete) Butler of West Monroe; one grandson, Larry Cash, Jr. and wife Kristie of West Monroe; three grand-daughters and husbands, Penny and Mike Cox of Collierville, TN, Ashley and Bailey Clark of Fruitland Park, FL and Michelle and Ross Parker of Cocoa, FL; eight great-grandchildren, Meaghan and Carter Cash, Brittany and Joshua Cox, Ryan and Bradley Clark and Grace Ann Parker and a great-great granddaughter, Madison Monroe Wells. She is also survived by one sister, Ella Mae Fuller and three sisters-in-law, Maxie Cox, Vivian Odom and Norma Voissement, as well as many nieces, nephews, cousins, and dear friends. Pallbearers will be nephews, Kenneth Cox, Ricky Cox, Bob Odom, Kenneth Odom, Kevin Odom, and Noel Odom. Honorary pallbearers are Dean and Rosemary McGrew and Don and Dixie Mitchell. Visitation will be Monday, December 21 from 5:00 PM until 9:00 PM at Kilpatrick Funeral Home in West Monroe. Special thanks is given to caregivers Kay Hyde, Betty Yarbro, Lisa Ross, Linda Roubion, Tonya Myers and Sherry Rice. Sincere appreciation is given to physicians and the staff of Dr. Frank Rizzo, Jr., Dr. Don Hammett and Dr. Floyd Jones. Also, Glenwood Home Health and staff for their care and concern of our mother. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Judes Children's Research Hospital of Memphis, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105 or www.stjude.org, a favorite charity of hers. Online condolences may be made to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com

GERALDINE HILL Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral services for Geraldine Sutton Hill, of Calhoun will be at 2:00 PM on Tuesday, December 22, 2009 at Kilpatrick Funeral Home Chapel in West Monroe, LA. Rev. Weldon Barres will officiate. Interment follows at Roselawn Memorial Gardens in Calhoun, LA, under the direction of the Kilpatrick Funeral Home of West Monroe. Mrs. Hill was born March 14, 1937 in Crossett, AR and passed away on Saturday, December 19, 2009 in West Monroe, LA. She was a homemaker and matriarch of the family. She is survived by a daughter, Cheryl and husband Shannon Ostteen; a son, Henry C. "Clay" Hill, Jr,; a sister, Faye Deloach; grandson, Casey and wife Megan Hodge, and grandson, Mark Ostteen, and great grandson, Kannon Hodge. Pallbearers are Berry Maples, Bobby Maples, Jason Roberts, Eddie Taylor, Buck Taylor, and Wes Norman. Visitation is Monday, December 21, 2009, from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM at Kilpatrick Funeral Home of West Monroe. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com

HELEN MOSES DAVIES Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Graveside services for Mrs. Helen Moses Davies, 92, of West Monroe, LA, will be held at 10:00 AM Tuesday December 22, 2009, at Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery with Msgr. Edmund Moore officiating under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe. Mrs. Davies died on December 19, 2009, at the West Monroe Guest House after a lengthy illness. Mrs. Davies was a graduate of Ursuline Academy in Dallas, TX and was a retired office manager. She was preceded in death by her parents and her brothers, George and Fred Moses. Survivors include her three sons, Ron Davies and wife Mary Lou, Steve Davies and Neil Davies and Shari Burgess; three grandchildren, Chris Davies, Pam Davies Bermudez and husband, Frederick, and Brad Gilmore and wife Joni; eight great grandchildren; sisters-in-law, Shirley Moses and Norma Moses; nephews, Freddie Moses and wife Dale, David Moses and wife Amy, and Tyler Moses and wife Amber. Pallbearers will be Chris Davies, Freddie Moses, David Moses, Tyler Moses, Brad Gilmore, and Jacob Gilmore. Visitation will be from 5:00PM until 7:00PM Monday at Mulhearn Funeral Home in West Monroe. Memorials may be made to the church or to your favorite charity. Online Condolences/Registry:www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com

JOHN E. SMITH Griffin Funeral Home, West Monroe, LA Funeral Services for John E. Smith, 40, of West Monroe will be held at 2:00 PM December 22, 2009 at Griffin Funeral Home of West Monroe, with the Rev. William Edwards and Brother Russell Rhodes officiating. John died Friday December 18, 2009 at Glenwood Regional Medical Center. He worked as a commercial truck driver and couldn't wait to take his new grandson riding in his "big truck." He loved the outdoors, the beauty of nature and the animals God created. John was preceded in death by his father, Johnny M. Smith and brother, Micheal B. Smith Survivors include his wife of 21 years, Stacy Smith; three sons, Trinity and his wife Karlie Smith, Chalis Smith, Jon-Micheal Smith; daughter, Amanda Eldridge; grandson, Karsen John Smith; mother, Ann Smith; brother, Robert Smith; nephews, Josh Smith, Johnny Ray Smith, Austin Storm, Dustin Storm, Christian Worsham; and niece, Brittney Smith, all of whom are from West Monroe. Visitation will begin at 12:00 PM Tuesday December 22, 2009 until time of service. Online condolences can be made at www.griffin-funeralhome.com. In lieu of flowers, a family support fund would be greatly appreciated.

LILLIAN SELLERS DEAL Riser Funeral Home Columbia, LA Funeral services for Mrs. Lillian Sellers "Aunt Lil" Deal, age 79 of Mer Rouge, will be at 2:00 PM Tuesday, December 22, 2009 from the chapel of Riser Funeral Home in Columbia with Rev. Paul Pearson officiating. Interment will follow at Fellowship Cemetery in Columbia. Visitation will be Monday evening at the funeral home in Columbia from 5:00 PM to 8:00PM. Aunt Lil was born in Oak Ridge on December 13, 1930 to the union of Daniel Sellers and Ada Bailey Sellers and passed from this life on Saturday, December 19, 2009 at her residence in Mer Rouge. She was preceded in death by her parents, three brothers, Simmie Lee Sellers, Daniel Webster Sellers and George Grey Sellers and four sisters, Augusta Lucille Sellers, Lois Baker Sellers, Eva Jewel Buono and Elby Arlene Adams. Survivors include her two brothers, Edgar Eugene Sellers and wife, Karyn of Golden, CO and Wyatt Clifton Sellers of Monroe; sister, Norma Ruth Hafer of Grayson and numerous nieces and nephews, great nieces and great nephews, great-great nieces and great-great nephews, great-great-great nieces and great-great-great nephews. Pallbearers will be Charles Buono, Darren Miguez, Earl Henry, Sean McHenry, Donald Ray Hendrix and Jerry Clack. Honorary pallbearer is Dr. Mike Smith. Online condolences may be made at www.riserfuneralhomes.com

ROBERT C. FULLER Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral Services for Mr. Robert C. Fuller, 67, of West Monroe, LA will be held at 2:00 PM Tuesday, December 22, 2009 in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA with Rev. Peyton Bass and Rev. Tommy McMurray officiating. Interment will follow in the Kilpatrick Serenity Gardens in West Monroe, LA. Robert Fuller left his earthly life and went to be with his Lord and Savior at 12:30 AM on December 19, 2009 in West Monroe, LA. He was born in Eros, LA on March 13, 1942 to the union of Carmie V. and Minnie Lawrence Fuller. He attended Eros High School and at the age of around 16 he went to work at Hatten Ford Grocery in West Monroe. Over the next few years he worked at several grocery stores and eventually became a butcher in the meat markets. In the 1960's, he bought his own store and kept it until he was drafted into the Army and completed Basic Training at Fort Polk, LA. At the end of training, he was released to the Louisiana National Guard and the Army Reserve until he left the service in 1972. By that time he had met and married the love of his life, Maxine. Their marriage lasted 37 years and seven months until his death. They were totally devoted to each other and had an extremely happy marriage. Over the years, he worked at several professions, including roofing, painting, contractor and pest control. In 1992 he opened his own pest control business, Fuller Pest Control. He has a wide array of wonderfully devoted customers, many of whom have also become good friends. Robert loved to bass fish. His favorite fishing hole was Cheniere Lake and he could really catch them. We always had plenty of fish until he was unable to go. He is also widely known as the best banjo player in Northeast Louisiana. For a long time, we had a family bluegrass band, Fuller Family. This was made up of Robert, wife, Maxine, sister, Nell and brother, Roy. After that he played with several other bands, the last one being the Louisiana Jammers. This was made up of Robert, Gene Barron, Derl Upshaw, Kenneth Clemmons, Pete Brantley and Roy Fuller. He loved bluegrass music and played at many bluegrass festivals, churches and other activities for a long time. He is preceded in death by his parents and two brothers; Steve "Pete" Fuller and Aaron Elzie Fuller. Survivors include his loving wife, Maxine; five children, Earl Wayne Turnbow and wife Linda, Jimmy Turnbow and wife Diane, Shelia Turnbow, Connie Bailes, and Kayla Fuller; two sisters, Nell McCurdy and husband Willie "Buddy" McCurdy and Dorothy Murphy and husband Joe Murphy; brother, Roy Fuller and wife Irene; nine grandchildren and numerous great grandchildren. Pallbearers will be Gene Barron, Kenneth Clemmons, Terry Fuller, DeWayne Clark and Dewey Young. Visitation will be from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM Monday, December 21, 2009, at Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe. Memorials may be made to the St. Jude's Children's Research Hospital. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com