May - 2007 - Obituaries from The News-Star

May 1, 2007 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

MRS. HAZEL IRENE HAMMONTREE BONNER Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Rd. Monroe, LA Funeral service for Mrs. Hazel Irene Hammontree Bonner, 82, of Monroe, LA, formerly of Sterlington will be held at 2:00PM Wednesday May 2, 2007, in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Rd. Monroe with Rev. Jamie Bonner officiating. Interment will follow in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery. Mrs. Bonner was born on April 7, 1925, and passed away peacefully on April 30, 2007, following a lengthy illness. She was a member of Riverside Baptist Church in Bastrop, LA; and was the co-owner operator of Bonner Truck Stop for many years. Mrs. Bonner was preceded in death by her parents, Gracie McVay Hammontree of Newton, MS, and Brief Hammontree of Arkansas; W. E. "Pete" Bonner, Husband of forty-nine years; son, Thomas Wyly Bonner; and sister, Jimmy Sue Hale Bienz. Survivors include her son, W. E. "Junior" Bonner and wife Cindy of Monroe, LA; sister, Noahlene Jones and husband Bob of Bossier City, LA; brother, Sammy Hammontree and wife Shelia of Marshall, TX; four grandchildren, Lisa Bonner Toney and husband Patrick "Bo" of Monroe, LA; Thomas Wyly "Ladd" Bonner and wife Christie of Gulfport, MS; Brandi Bonner Sanders and husband Brandon of Monroe, LA; and Bethany Bonner Trichel and husband Vance of Monroe, LA; six great grandchildren, Tara Taylor, Erin Taylor, Bailey Toney, Jerard Toney, Hannah Bonner and Abby Bonner; and many nieces and nephews. Pallbearers will be Randy Hale, Terry Hale, Jim Bonner, Robbie Jones, Harvey Bonner, and Gary Bonner. Honorary pallbearers will be Frank Miletello, Clint Wycoff, Huey Bonner, Andy Jones, and Bob Jones. Visitation will be from 5:00PM until 8:00PM Tuesday at Mulhearn Funeral Home. The family would like to sincerely thank our "family of friends" at Azalea Estates Assisted Living and Hospice Family Alliance for their care, compassion and devotion to those in greatest need. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to St. Judes Children Research Hospital or to American Diabetes Association . Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com

VERNON J. LEACHMAN Kilpatrick Funeral Home Ruston, LA. Funeral services for Vernon J. Leachman, age 86, of Ruston, LA. will be held 11:00AM Wednesday May 2, 2007 at Kilpatrick Funeral Home Chapel in Ruston, LA. Officiating will be Minister Alan Robertson. Interment will follow at Douglas Cemetery under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Ruston, LA. Mr. Leachman was born May 21, 1920 in Choudrant, LA. and passed away April 29, 2007 in Monroe, LA. Vern was a Veteran of WWII and served as a member of the National Guard 204th Battalion. He was preceded in death by wife June Leachman, his parents, and several brothers and sisters. He is survived by sons: Jerome Leachman and wife Pam of Ruston, Daryl Leachman of Houston, TX., Jackie Archer and wife Beth of Ruston,; daughters: Denise Maxwell of Baton Rouge, LA., Janet Johnson of Monroe, LA. and Paula Godwin and husband John of Calhoun, LA.; grandchildren Jason Leachman, Rachel Roach, Jennifer Ward, Morgan Yocom, Caleb and Kaitlin Leachman, Holly Johnson, Ashley and Emily Archer, and Johanna Godwin; several great grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews. Pallbearers will be Scott Richardson, Laster Leachman, Delane Leachman, Jason Leachman, Gary Walker and Nick Roach. In Lieu of flowers please send memorials to West Ouachita Senior Citizens Garden Project or charity of donors Choice. Visitation will be Tuesday May 1, 2007 from 5:00 to 8:00 P.M. at Kilpatrick Funeral Home Ruston, LA. On line condolences may be made to the family at www.kilpartickfuneralhomes.com

BERNICE WILLIAMSON MERCER Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mrs. Bernice Williamson Mercer, 81, of West Monroe, ill be held at 10:00AM Wednesday, May 2, 2007, at Fair Park Baptist Church with Rev. Waymond Warren, Rev. Charles Davis, and Rev. Milton Pray officiating. Burial will follow in Roselawn Memorial Gardens, Calhoun, LA. Mrs. Mercer went to be with the Lord on Monday, April 30, 2007, at Glenwood Regional Medical Center. She was a graduate of Ouachita Parish High School, and a member of Peniel Baptist Church. Survivors include her husband, Ed W. Mercer; children, Shere May and husband Don, Carol Hendrix and husband Daryel, Dale Mercer and wife Kim; grandchildren, Brandon and Brent May, Allyson, Jason, and Jacob Hendrix, Jonathan, Samuel, and Elizabeth Mercer; special niece, Juanette Jones; brother, Archie Williamson; and sisters, Louise Collins, Betty Hernandez, and Sybil Rea. Visitation will be Tuesday from 5:00PM until 8:00PM at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. She was not only a wife and mother, but also our best friend. She taught us all to pray and always trust in God. Because of her teaching us about Jesus, we know that we will see her again. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com

THOMAS EUGENE CHEETUM SALBURY Kilpatrick Funeral Home Ruston, LA Funeral service for Thomas Eugene Cheetum Salsbury, age 67, of Eros, will be held 2:00PM Wednesday, May 2, 2007 at Kilpatrick Funeral Home Chapel in Ruston, LA. Officiating will be Rev. Bill Moore and Rev. Elvin Wheelis. Interment will follow at Chatham City Cemetery under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home Ruston. Mr. Salsbury was born August 20, 1939 in Jackson Parish LA. and passed away at his home in Eros, LA. on April 29, 2007 following a brief illness. Mr. Salsbury was preceded in death by his first wife Bobbie Salsbury. He is survived by wife JoAnn McElduff Neaville Salsbury; daughters: Vicki Lynn Carpenter, Rhonda Kay Carpenter, and Sherri Lynette Salsbury; step-sons: Phillip Neaville and Bruce Neaville; grandchildren: Bobby Lee Carpenter, Scott Carpenter, Natallie Carpenter, Alexus Augurson and Allyssa Augurson; Great grandchildren: Briana Carpenter; step grandchildren: Erroll Neaville, Grace Ann Neaville and Lacy Neaville; brothers: Marvin Salsbury, Lonnie Salsbury and Charles Salsbury; sister : Nita Moreau and numerous nieces and nephews. Pallbearers will be Randy Wheelis, Bill Wheelis, Greg Massey, Ralph Malone, Billy McElduff and Phillip Ray Hightower. Honorary pallbearers will be Terry Carpenter and members of SCH Hunting Club. The family would like to extend special thanks to family and friends for their prayers and visits and food. In Lieu of flowers memorials may be made to: Gideon's International, Louisiana Methodist Children's Home or charity of choice. Visitation will be Tuesday, May 1, 2007 from 5:00 to 8:00 P.M at Kilpatrick Funeral Home Ruston, LA. On line condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhome.com

CHARLES ANDERSON WALKER Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road, Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mr. Charles Anderson Walker, 74, of Monroe, will be held at 10:00AM Wednesday, May 2, 2007, at Lea Joyner Memorial United Methodist Church, Monroe with Rev. Weldon Bares, Rev. Joe Solomon, and Rev. Buford Brady officiating. Interment will follow in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Mr. Walker died Sunday, April 29, 2007, at Cornerstone Hospital in West Monroe, LA. He was born to Charles B. and Lois T. Walker on February 9, 1933 in West Monroe, LA. He was a graduate of Ouachita Parish High School and of Northeast Louisiana University with a Bachelor of Science degree in accounting. He began his career at 13 years of age as a carrier boy at the News Star World and worked there until his graduation from NLU. He served in the U. S. Army and Army Reserve and was discharged as Captain. He retired from Strauss Interests of Monroe. His hobbies were bowling, hunting, and fishing. He was a charter member of Southside United Methodist, now Lea Joyner Memorial United Methodist Church, where he served in many capacities. Survivors include his wife, Barbara Hale Walker; son, Stephen Dale Walker; daughter, Beverly Anne Duchesne; and grandson, Beau Chesney Duchesne; sisters, Lillian W. Nolan, and Evelyn W. Ouchley; and numerous nieces and nephews. Pallbearers will be Beau C. Duchesne, Carl Nolan, Russell Nolan, Yancey Nolan, Joe Strickland, and Daniel Duchesne. Honorary pallbearers will be Davis Baker, J. W. Jackson, Roger Parker, and Whit Rodgers Sunday school class. Visitation will be Tuesday, from 5:00PM until 7:00PM at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe, LA. Memorials may be made to Lea Joyner Memorial United Methodist Church Sanctuary Fund or to the charity of your choice. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com

Lori Ann Charrier, 43
FERRIDAY — Lori Ann Charrier, a homemaker, died Sunday. Services are 2 p.m. Wednesday at Evangeline Baptist Church, Wildsville. Visitation is 5 p.m. today until time of service at the church. Burial will be in Pease Cemetery, Larto, under the direction of Comer Funeral Home, Ferriday.

Joan Clingan, 67
MANGHAM — Joan Clingan, a homemaker, died Sunday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Young's Community Memorial, Winnsboro.

Jenny Curtis, 53
WINNSBORO — Jenny Curtis, a secretary, died Saturday. Services are 10 a.m. Wednesday at Gill First National Funeral Home, Winnsboro. Visitation is 5-9 p.m. today at the funeral home. Burial will be in Coax Cemetery.

Herman A. Daugherty, 88
Herman A. Daugherty, a retired carpenter, died Sunday. Services are 11 a.m. today at Wilcox Funeral Home, Carthage, Miss. Burial will be in Renfroe Church Cemetery, Carthage, Miss.

Helen Mae Davis, 82
CALHOUN — Helen Mae Davis, a homemaker, died Monday. Services are 2 p.m. Wednesday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. today at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Burial will be in Roselawn Memorial Gardens Cemetery, Calhoun.

O.L. Garner Jr., 77
WINNSBORO — O.L. Garner, a farmer, died Sunday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Coax Baptist Church, Winnsboro. Burial will be in the church cemetery under the direction of Gill First National Funeral Home, Winnsboro.

Vera Marie Newsom, 67
WINNSBORO — Vera Marie Newsom, a homemaker, died Sunday. Graveside services are 2 p.m. Wednesday at Providence Memorial Cemetery, Winnsboro. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. today at Gill First National Funeral Home, Winnsboro.

Anthony Plakiotis Sr., 73
RAYVILLE — Anthony J. Plakiotis Sr., a retired private investigator, died Monday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Rayville.

Richard Dean Smith, 76
MONTEREY — Richard Dean Smith, a retired Ford Motor Company worker, died Sunday. Services are 2 p.m. Thursday at Eva Church of God, Monterey. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Wednesday at the church. Burial will be in the church cemetery under the direction of Young's Funeral Home, Ferriday.

Jimmy White, 73
FERRIDAY — Jimmy H. White died Saturday. Services are 11 a.m. Thursday at Sycamore Baptist Church, Ferriday. Visitation is 5-9 p.m. Wednesday and 9 a.m. until time of service Thursday at the church. Burial will be in Greenlawn Memorial Park under the direction of Young's Funeral Home, Ferriday.

Carolyn B. Williams, 61
EROS — Carolyn Brown Williams, a homemaker, died Monday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Riser Funeral Home, Columbia.

Clara M. Witherington, 79
Clara Mae Witherington of West Monroe, a homemaker, died Monday. Services are 10 a.m. Wednesday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. today at the funeral home. Burial will be in Mount Zion Cemetery, Calhoun.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED
Albritton, Reggie: 2 p.m. today, Calvary Baptist Church, Vienna.
Coleman, Dorothy: 11 a.m. today, Richardson Funeral Home, Monroe.
Salsbury, Thomas "Cheetum" E.: 2 p.m. Wednesday, Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Ruston.
Spurlock, Johnny Louis: 2 p.m. today, Calvary Baptist Church, Minden.
Strickland, Arnetta: noon today, Hester Central State Funeral Home, Monroe.
Young, Sharon: 11 a.m. today, Roselawn Memorial Gardens, Calhoun

May 2, 2007 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

BILLIE JEAN BARNETT Kilpatrick Funeral Home Farmerville, LA Funeral Services for Mrs. Billie Jean Barnett, 78, of Sterlington, LA, will be held at 10:00 AM Thursday, May 3, 2007 at Kilpatrick Funeral Home Chapel in Farmerville with Rev. Mickey Bounds officiating. Interment will follow in Liberty at Linville Cemetery under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home in Farmerville, LA. Mrs. Barnett was born June 20, 1928 in Sterlington, LA and died April 30, 2007 in Monroe, LA. Mrs. Barnett was town clerk for the City of Sterlington for many years. She was a long time member of the First Baptist Church of Sterlington, LA. and currently a member of Pleasant Hill Baptist Church. She is preceded in death by her husband of almost 56 years, Drexel Barnett; brother, James L. Cain; granddaughter, Angela Breland. She is survived by her 3 daughters, Marsha Thomas and husband Jimmy, Nezy Sanderson and husband Larry, Mary Sanderson and husband Danny; grandchildren, Carla Rayborn and husband Derek, Brianna Stewart, Mirranda Stewart, Laura Sanderson and Rebekah Sanderson; 2 great grandchildren, Dagan Rayborn and Veronica Rayborn, and several nieces and nephews. Pallbearers will be: Martin Sanderson, James Sanderson, Ladd Williams, Mike Cain, Joe B. Wheeler and Joe Wheeler. Visitation will be held from 5:00PM to 8:00PM Wednesday, May 2, 2007 at Kilpatrick Funeral Home in Farmerville, LA. The family would like to extend a heartfelt thanks to the employees of Timberlake Health Care, and the physicians and caregivers for their care during her illness. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com.

PAT RAY CARDWELL Kilpatrick Funeral Home Ruston, LA. Funeral services for Pat Ray Cardwell, age 76, of Ruston, LA. will be held 2:00 PM Thursday May 3, 2007 at First Baptist Church Ruston, LA. Officiating will be Dr. Chris Craig. Interment will follow in Greenwood Cemetery Ruston, LA. under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home Ruston, LA. Mr. Cardwell was born July 28, 1930 in Claiborne Parish LA. and passed away April 30, 2007 in Ruston, LA. Pat was a member of First Baptist Church in Ruston and a member of the 80th Fighter Squadron Headhunters, NHRA, and former City of Ruston Alderman. He is preceded in death by his first wife Violet Marie Cardwell. He is survived by his wife, JoAnn Simmons Cardwell; sons: Ronnie Cardwell and wife, Debra; Doug Cardwell and wife, Elizabeth; sisters: Virginia Bridges and husband, Therman; Norma Murphy and husband, A.G.; Gloria Huffman and husband, Murray; grandchildren: Taylor Cardwell, Hunter Cardwell, Megan Cardwell, Justin Cardwell and wife, Megan Jordan Cardwell; Katie Meaux and husband, Dustin; Jeremy Alexander and wife, Sarah; great grandchildren: Jarod Meaux and Audrey Alexander. Pallbearers will be Johnny Chevallier, Jim Hall, Tom Kilpatrick, Troy Smalling, James Fowler, Joe Reeves, Dickie Thompson, and Harold Lampkin. Honorary pallbearers will be The Potluck Coffee Group, Bill Rogers, Ed Moseley and Forrest Peterson. Visitation will be from 5:00 to 7:00 PM. Wednesday May 2, 2007 at Kilpatrick Funeral Home Ruston, LA. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society, the American Heart Association, or charity of donor's choice. On line condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com.

HELEN SPILLERS DAVIS Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral services for Helen Spillers Davis, 82, of Calhoun, LA will be held at 2:00 PM, Wednesday, May 2, 2007 at Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA, with Rev. Wanda Cosentino officiating. Interment will be held at Roselawn Memorial Gardens, Calhoun, LA, under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe, LA. Mrs. Davis was born January 18, 1925 in Calhoun, LA, and passed away April 30, 2007, in West Monroe, LA. Mrs. Davis was a loving wife, mother and mamaw who loved to quilt, garden and cook. She was preceded in death by an infant son, Charles Kenneth Davis. She is survived by her husband, Sam Davis; 2 sons; Dale K. Davis and wife Carolyn; Donald Davis and wife Debbie; daughter, Joyce DeMoss and husband Mike; grandchildren: Chris Davis, Kim Jones and husband Jason, Brandy Davis, David DeMoss, and Jacob DeMoss; great grandchildren, Kaitlyn Jones and Jamie Lee Jones; sister, Louise Spillers; sister-in-law, Exa Spillers Harris. Pallbearers will be Chris Davis, David DeMoss, Jacob DeMoss, Jason Jones and Curtis Goodling and Shane Colvin. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com

MRS. KATHRYN BARNETTE MANY Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral Services for Mrs. Kathryn Barnette Many 86, of West Monroe, LA will be held at 2:00PM Thursday May 3, 2007 at St. Matthew Catholic Church with Rev. Mike Haney officiating. Visitation will be from 1:00 PM until service time at the church. Interment will be in the St. Paschal Catholic Cemetery in West Monroe, LA. under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home in West Monroe, La. Mrs. Many died Wednesday April 30, 2007 at home surrounded by the love of her family and supported by the prayers of her friends. Mrs. Many was a member of St. Matthew Catholic Church for twenty-two years and previously a parishioner of St. Paschal Catholic Church. Born in Monroe, LA, Mrs. Many lived in the Twin Cities all of her life. Her deep religious faith not only touched countless others across her lifetime, but also earned her the recognition of the Catholic Church. In 2002, the pope bestowed on Mrs. Many a papal blessing. "The Pontifical Honor of Pro-Eccesia et Pontifice." This award is given in recognition of extraordinary service to the church community and is the highest honor the church confers on a layperson. Throughout her life, Mrs. Many valued as her greatest accomplishments her roles as wife and mother. She modeled for her family a life of grace and unselfish love. She was preceded in death by her husband of fifty-four years, Mr. Norman F. Many, Sr.; her parents, Jesse and Bessie Barnette; and one sister, Mrs. Joyce Haddad. Devoted family members who will cherish her memory and her everlasting influence in their lives include her children, Norman F, Many Jr. of Downsville, LA, Linda Pickering of Monroe, LA, Rebecca Healy of West Monroe, LA, David Many and wife Dorothy of Cabot, AR and Robert Many and wife Sharon of West Monroe, LA, Joyce Many Voelkel and husband Steve of Atlanta, GA and Fran Nahlen-Many of Monroe, LA; thirteen grandchildren, Elizabeth Pippin, Emily Nunnelee, John Graham, Jason Healy, Joshua and John Many, Allison Entz, Jeremy Many, Jennifer Many, Sarah Niswanger, Victoria Voelkel, Caleb Many Voelkel and Miranda Voelkel Many; eight great-grandchildren, Alexis and Rebecca Pippin, Matt Hill, Jamie Garner, Jacob Graham, Mace Many, Kaitlin Many and Addison Niswanger; two great-great grandchildren, Conner Hill and Aubrey Garner and numerous other relatives. Pallbearers will be John Graham, Jason Healy, Joshua Many, John Many, Jeremy Many, Caleb Voelkel, Charles Many, and Freddie Haddad. Honorary Pallbearers: Charlie Pippin, Trent Nunnelee, Mike Entz, Fritz Niswanger, and Steve Voelkel The family would like to give special thanks to her in- home caregivers for the last 4.5 years, Bertha Roberts and Maudie Hudgins and Dr. Clyde Elliott for his care and support. Memorials may be made to the St. Paschal's Catholic Church Building Fund. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com

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FRED W. WATLEY Kilpatrick Funeral Home Ruston, LA. Funeral services for Fred W. Watley, age 84, of Ruston will be held 10:00 AM Thursday May 3, 2007 at Kilpatrick Funeral Home Ruston, LA. Officiating will be Rev. Larry Emory, Rev. Jimmy Pyles, and Rev. Chuck Johnson. Interment will follow at Shiloh Cemetery in Bernice, LA under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Ruston, LA. Mr. Watley was born November 9, 1922 in Saline, LA. and passed away April 30, 2007 in Ruston, LA. Fred was a Veteran of World War II and a retired paint contractor. He was a member of Southside Baptist Church of Ruston. He is preceded in death by his wife Ruth Burns Watley and brother William Watley. He is survived by his children: Patsy Truelove and husband William, Jimmy Watley and his wife Mary, Linda Odom and husband Jimmy, and Bobbie Brewster; 10 grandchildren and 11 great grandchildren; sister: Pearl Melvin and numerous nieces and nephews. Pallbearers will be David Thompson, Ricky Watley, Scotty Watley, Chris Friedman, Sean McCall and Brian Weaver. Visitation will be from 5:00 to 7:00PM Wednesday May 2, 2007 at Kilpatrick Funeral Home Ruston, LA. On line condolences may be made to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com

CAROLYN BROWN WILLIAMS Riser Funeral Home Columbia, LA Services for Carolyn Brown Williams, age 61 of Eros will be held at 2:00PM Thursday, May 3, 2007 from the chapel of Riser Funeral Home in Columbia with Rev. Russell Rhodes, Rev. Lawrence Phillips officiating. Dr. Roger Smith will deliver the euology. Interment will follow in the Old Bethel Cemetery west of Clarks. Mrs. Williams went to be with the Lord on April 30, 2007 after a long and courageous battle with cancer. She was born in Houston, Texas on December 10, 1945 to the union of Ed and Elaine Smith Brown who preceded her in death. Carolyn was an avid painter and gardner. She never met a stranger and was always ready to help a friend. Raised a Catholic, she later switched to non-denominational and rededicated her life to the Lord. She was a member of the Fish Net Non-Denomination Church of Eros. She is survived by her loving and caring husband of nine years: Roger Williams of Eros, her son: Beau Dunbar of Virginia, her step-sons: David Williams and his wife: Nicky of Olla, John Williams and his wife: Deanna of Olla, her step-daughters: Theresa Williams of Urania and Jeri Green of Walker, her sisters: Anna Lisenby and her husband: Gary of Kelly and Mary Beth Orr of Joaquin, Texas, her brother: Charles Brown of Columbia. Carolyn enjoyed the time she spent with all her friends and family but especially the time she spent with her grandchildren: Chase Dunbar of Virginia and a special granddaughter: Ashley Williams of Olla. Carolyn also leaves to cherish her memory a host of other family members and special friends. Pallbearers will be William Miller, Tommy Johns, Danny Fuller, Brandon Sanders, Chad Brown and Chase Dunbar. Honorary pallbearers are Carl Davis and Hudson Smith. Visitation will be Wednesday from 6:00PM until 9:00 PM and Thursday from 8:00AM until time of services at Riser Funeral Home, 7131 Hwy 165, Columbia.

MRS. CLARA M. WITHERINGTON Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mrs. Clara M. Witherington, 79, of West Monroe, will be at 10:00AM on Wednesday, May 2, 2007, in the Chapel of the Kilpatrick Funeral Home of West Monroe with Rev. Randy Bardwell officiating. Interment will follow in the Mt Zion Cemetery in Calhoun under the direction of the Kilpatrick Funeral Home of West Monroe. Mrs. Witherington was born February 14, 1928, in Sikes, LA, and passed away on April 30, 2007, at her residence following a brief illness. She loved gardening, fishing, and canning. A homemaker and loving wife, mother, and grandmother. She was preceded in death by her parents, Clarence and Audie Sullivan, and by a brother, Clevo Sullivan. Survivors include her beloved husband, James Witherington; a daughter, Linda Crawford and her husband, Elvin; 2 sons, Jimmy and Donnie Witherington; a sister, Laverne Bonner; 4 brothers, Charles and James Sullivan, Jack Sulllivan and wife, Janell, and J. T. Sullivan and wife, Opal; 4 grandchildren and 4 great grandchildren. The family requests that memorials be made to the Louisiana Baptist Children's Home in Monroe. Pallbearers are Rusty Flowers, Danny Witherington, Brian, Barry, and Eddie Griswold, Shannon Pilgreen, and Melvin Crawford. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com

Hazel I. H. Bonner, 82
Hazel Irene Hammontree Bonner of Monroe, a retired truckstop owner and operator, died Monday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery, Monroe.

Larry Wayne Buchan, 52
WINNSBORO — Larry Wayne Buchan, an employee of Tifton, died Monday. Services are 10 a.m. today at Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home, Winnsboro. Burial will be in Harris Cemetery, Winnsboro.

Robert G. Fuller, 91
Robert G. Fuller of West Monroe, a retired railroad signalman, died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Ronald B. Mack, 65
RUSTON — Ronald B. Mack died Monday. Graveside services are 10 a.m. Thursday at Forest Lawn Cemetery, Ruston. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. today at Owens Memorial Chapel Funeral Home, Ruston.

Bernice W. Mercer, 81
Bernice Williamson Mercer of West Monroe, a retired secretary, died Monday. Services are 10 a.m. today at Fair Park Baptist Church, West Monroe. Visitation is 9 a.m. until time of services at the church. Burial will be in Roselawn Memorial Gardens Cemetery, Calhoun under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Lester W. Samples, 83
Lester W. Samples of West Monroe, a retired printer and contractor, died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Patsy Tucker, 59
RUSTON — Patsy Tucker, a college professor, died Tuesday. Services are 10 a.m. Thursday at Rock Corner Baptist Church, Ruston. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. today at the church. Burial will be in the church cemetery under the direction of Owens Memorial Chapel Funeral Home, Ruston.

Charles A. Walker, 74
Charles Anderson Walker of Monroe, a retired accountant, died Sunday. Services are 10 a.m. today at Lea Joyner Memorial United Methodist Church, Monroe. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe.

Will Wilkerson, 81
WINNSBORO — Will Wilkerson, a retired farmer, died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home, Winnsboro and Shackelford Funeral Directors of Savannah, Tenn.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED
Charrier, Lori Ann: 2 p.m. today, Evangeline Baptist Church, Wildsville.
Curtis, Jenny: 10 a.m. today, Gill First National Funeral Home, Winnsboro.
Davis, Helen Spillers: 2 p.m. today, Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.
Newsom, Vera Marie: 2 p.m. today, Providence Memorial Cemetery, Winnsboro.
Salsbury, Thomas "Cheetum" E.: 2 p.m. today, Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Ruston.
Smith, Richard Dean: 2 p.m. Thursday at Eva Church of God, Monterey.
White, Jimmy: 11 a.m. Thursday, Sycamore Baptist Church, Ferriday.
Witherington, Clara M.: 10 a.m. today, Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe

May 3, 2007 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

JEAN GANAWAY BARRON Youngs Funeral Directors, El Dorado, AR Jean Ganaway Barron, 80, passed away Tuesday, May 1, 2007. She was born May 13, 1926 in Strong, AR to Andrew Ganaway and Georgia Bell Slater Ganaway. Upon graduating from El Dorado High School, Jean went to Washington, D.C. where she worked for a brief time at the Pentagon during World War II. Jean retired from Great Lakes Chemical (South Plant) after more than 20 years of service. She was a member of the Pink Lady Organization, Union Parish Triad, Spearsville Baptist Church and the Ruth Sunday School Class. J ean was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Rudolph Barron; brothers, Adreen and Jack Ganaway; sister, Leta Ganaway Meeks and is survived by sons, Greg Barron and wife Sallie of El Dorado, AR, Lance Barron and wife Barbara of Marietta, GA; daughter, Melanie Stephens of Almaty, Kazakhstan; granddaughter, Caitlin Barron; grandson, Sam Barron both of El Dorado, AR; special granddaughter, Emily Tyler Coleman of Gautier, MS. Visitation will be from 5:00PM to 8:00PM, Thursday, May 3, 2007 at Spearsville Baptist Church, 265 Spearsville Rd, where Funeral Services will be held at 10:00AM, Friday, May 4, 2007 with Rev. James H. Miller officiating. Burial will follow at Spearsville Cemetery. For those desiring, memorials may be made to Louisiana Baptist Children's Home, P. O. Box 4196, Monroe, LA 71211.

RAYMOND ROMEO JONES Hester Funeral Home Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mr. Raymond Romeo Jones, 29 of Monroe, LA will be held Saturday, May 5, 2007 at 11:00AM at First Baptist Church with Rev. George Washington officiating. Interment will be at Richwood Memorial Gardens, Richwood, LA. under the direction of Hester Funeral Home Monroe, LA. Raymond was born October 8, 1977 in Monroe, LA and passed away April 28, 2007 in Monroe, La. He was employed by Century Tel. Raymond was a member of the Mary Goss Baptist Church where he was a substitute Sunday School and BTU teacher. Raymond graduated from Wossman H.S. in 1996. He continued his education at the University of Louisiana at Monroe where he earned his Bachelor's degree in Speech Communication. Raymond is survived by his parents: Jeffery Sr. and Belle Jones; his daughter, Tia Jones; brother, Jeffery Jones, Jr.; and sisters, Kelly Mitchell and Jeanell (Ernest) Campbell; his fiancee' Sharon Brown and special children Vadol Brown, Tylor Brown and LaShundra Walker; a niece, Najah Campbell and nephews, Zaterrius Mitchell, and Ernest Campbell II. His paternal grandparents Ivan Sr. and Merdis Jones , Detroit, MI. Godfathers Richard McNeal, Bruce Roberts, and Murray Billingsley and numerous aunts, uncles, cousins and friends.

MR. LESTER W. SAMPLES Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral services for Lester W. Samples, 83, of West Monroe, LA, will be held at 2:00PM Thursday, May 3, 2007 at First Assembly of God Church ,West Monroe, LA with Rev. Otis Moore, Rev. Butch Pilcher and Rev. Marvin Downs officiating. Interment will follow at Hasley Cemetery West Monroe, LA under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Mr. Samples was born October 12, 1923 in Porum, OK, and passed away May 1, 2007 in West Monroe, LA. Mr. Samples served in the United Sates Army and graduated from Southwestern Assembly of God Bible College in Waxahachie, TX on June 2, 1950. He was a wonderful husband, dad, grandfather, and great grandfather. Mr. Samples was preceded in death by his wife, Ruby Douglas Samples; and his son, Douglas Eugene Samples; and his second wife Martile Samples. He was the last survivor of eight brothers and sisters. Mr. Samples was survived by daughters, Sarah and husband Joe Gardner and Angela and Craig Cooke; granddaughters, Sherry Duke, Leslie Knipping, Kristin Cooke and Kaitlyn Cooke; grandson, Skye Samples; great grandchildren; Sarah Beth Duke, Jacob Knipping and Zachary Knipping. Pallbearers will be Richard Moore, Charles Brown, Larry Cash, Kelvin Broom, Paul Frost and Doug Hudgins. Visitation will be held Thursday from 12:30PM until service time at the church. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com.

EDWARD KENNETH SONES Edmonds Funeral Home Funeral services for Kenneth Sones of Jonesboro will be held on Friday, May 4, 2007 at 10AM at Edmonds Funeral Home Chapel in Jonesboro. Rev. Norris Curry will officiate. Visitation will be held on Thursday, May 3, 2007 from 4:00PM until 9:00PM at Edmonds Funeral Home. Interment will follow in the Gayla Traina Cemetery in Jonesboro. Mr. Sones was born on January 30, 1924 and passed away on May 1, 2007 in Ruston. He was 83. Mr. Sones is survived by his wife; Katharine G. Sones of Jonesboro, one daughter; Patricia Merrill and husband Carroll of Ferriday, LA., one son; Edward Lynn Sones and wife Kay of Austin, TX. Five grandchildren; Dina, Jamie and Roger Merrill, Gabby Hudson and Amanda Gaden. Three great grandchildren; Matthew, Daniel and Luke Hudson. Mr. Sones is preceded in death by a daughter; Lori Sones. Pallbearers will include; Doug Stokes, J.C. Reed, Ed Hughes, Wilfred Foster, Bobby Brinson, Travis Hall, Randall Harrington and Jerry Hutchinson. Honorary Pallbearers will include; Deacons of Hodge Baptist Church and From Here To Eternity Sunday School Class.

WILLIAM VANSANT (BILL) STEED Kilpatrick Funeral Home Ruston, LA. Funeral services for William Vansant (Bill) Steed, age 80, of Ruston, will be held on Friday, May 4, 2007 at 10:00AM at Trinity United Methodist Church. Rev. Rolly Walker and Rev. Fred Wideman will be officiating with burial to follow at Pines Memorial Cemetery under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home in Ruston, LA. Mr. Steed was born December 24, 1926 in Atlanta GA. and passed away May 1, 2007 in Ruston, LA. Mr. Steed was a graduate of the United States Merchant Marine Academy where he was licensed in Marine Engineering. He was a lieutenant in the United States Navy where he served his country in World War II and the Korean War. After the war, Bill graduated from Georgia Tech in Industrial Engineering. Bill was associated with the Naval Reserve Unit at Louisiana Tech University in Ruston for many years. Mr. Steed and his family transferred to Ruston in 1965 where he worked in the pulp and paper industry for many years before retiring from Ingersoll Rand in 1990. Bill was an avid golfer and loved spending time with all of his family and friends. He will truly be missed by all who knew him. He is survived by wife Joanna Holeman Steed; children: William Vansant Steed, Jr. and wife Kathy of Ruston; Douglas Alan Steed and wife Lynda of Ruston, Nancy McIntyre and husband Bill of Ruston, Janice Melancon and husband Curtis of Benton, John Blake Steed and wife Laura of Bossier City, grandchildren: Shannon Catherine Steed of Wilmore, KY., Emily Lauren Steed of Ruston, William Callier Steed of Dallas TX., Matthew Thomas Steed of Ruston, Daniel James Steed of Ruston, Anna Margaret Melancon of Benton, Joanna Kathryn McIntyre of Ruston, William Andrew McIntyre of Ruston, Kyle Blake Steed, Claire Elizabeth Steed and Ryan Jackson Steed all of Bossier City, LA. Pallbearers will be Will Steed, Matt Steed, Daniel Steed, Andy McIntyre, Bart Dugdale, Kyle Steed, Ken Hardy, Sam Hardy, and Kris Hardy. Honorary pallbearers will be Tika Ranjitkar, Charles Fuller, Bill Porter, George Dupuis, Ray Sterling, John Hammett, Charles Hoffman,Jerry Bond, Neil Moon, George Cole, Curtis McCrary, Judge Sullivan, Billy Belding, and James Mays. Visitation will be Thursday, May 3, 2007 from 5:00PM till 7:00PM in the Fellowship Hall at Trinity United Methodist Church. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Trinity United Methodist Church, the Methodist Children's Home, Temple Baptist Church, or the charity of the donor's choice. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com.

MR. ORBERT FERRELL STEWART Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road, Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mr. Orbert Ferrell Stewart, 97, of Swartz, will be held at 2:00 PM Friday, May 4, 2007, at Loch Arbor Baptist Church with Rev. Andy Myrick officiating. Interment will follow in Loch Arbor Baptist Church Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Mr. Stewart passed away Wednesday, May 02, 2007, at Cornerstone Hospital in West Monroe, LA. He is preceded in death by his wife, Bobbie Stewart; and son, Tommy Stewart. Survivors include his daughters, Mary Morgan of Dallas, TX, and Lyn Mondry; sons, Jerry Stewart and wife Patricia, and Burl Stewart and wife Cheryl, all of Monroe; adopted son, Calvin Barrington and wife Pat of Houston, TX; daughter-in-law, Shirley Stewart of Bossier City, LA; twelve grandchildren, and a host of great grandchildren. Pallbearers will be Randy Stewart, Bruce Stewart, Travis Stewart, Ken Morgan, Gordy Mondry, and Todd Ramsey. Honorary pallbearers will be Dan Hayes, Kash Stewart, Dillon Smith, Danny Holmes, Paul Bellotte, Stewart Mondry, Joshua Stewart, Jonathan Stewart, Jame Stewart, and Eric Bellotte. Visitation will be Thursday from 6:00PM until 9:00PM at Loch Arbor Baptist Church. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com

PAUL DESHA TURNER, JR Mulhearn Funeral Home Winnsboro, LA Services for Mr. Paul Desha Turner, Jr., age 68 of Fort Necessity, LA will be at 10:00AM Friday, May 4, 2007 in the Chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home of Winnsboro with Rev. BobbyEnsminger officiating. Interment will follow at Turner Cemetery in Fort Necessity under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home of Winnsboro. Mr. Turner was a Veteran of the Korean War, an avid baseball and basketball player, cotton farmer and school bus driver for 33 years. He was preceded in death by his parents; Paul Desha Turner Sr. and Lela Wooldridge Turner. Survivors include: Mother of his children: Linda Armstrong 2 Daughters: Tammy Smalley and husband Clyde of West Monroe, LA, Dana Day and husband Darwin of West Monroe, LA, 2 Sons: Byron Desha Turner and wife Deanna of Monroe, LA, Paul Wade Turner and wife Sara of Winnsboro, LA, Sister: Pauline Turner Braddock and husband Dewey of Columbia, LA , 8 Grandchildren, Friend and Devoted Caregiver: Brenda Heckard, and several nieces. Pallbearers will be: Jerry McCain, Charlie Burns Moore, Yeager Wooldridge, Bonner Wooldridge, Kenny Payne, and James Moore. Honorary Pallbearers will be: James Earnest Wooldridge, Sidney Winters,William D. "Lefty" Hassell, Dr. George Gowan, Bonner Wiggers, Jimbo Colvin, Charles Buie and James McLemore. The family request that memorials be made to The American Heart Association. Members of the V.F.W. Post #3155 will conduct a Flag Presentation Ceremony. Visitation will be from 5:00PM till 8:00PM Thursday, May 3, 2007 at Mulhearn Funeral Home in Winnsboro. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com

Billie Jean Barnett, 78
FARMERVILLE — Billie Jean Barnett, a homemaker, died Monday. Services are 10 a.m. today at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Farmerville. Burial will be in Liberty Cemetery, Linville.

Pam Foster, 55
SICILY ISLAND — Pam Foster, a dental assistant, died Wednesday. Services are 11 a.m. Friday at Pine Hill Baptist Church, Sicily Island. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. today at Young's Funeral Home, Ferriday. Burial will be in the church cemetery.

Jonas A. Hardy, infant
Jonas Aundre Hardy, infant son of Katie Hardy of Monroe, died Saturday. Graveside services are 9:30 a.m. Friday at Powell Street Cemetery, Monroe under the direction of Funerals by McFarland, Monroe.

Elbert 'Bert' Hodge, 63
FARMERVILLE — Elbert "Bert" Hodge, retired from Army Corps of Engineers, died Wednesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Dexter Lee Ivey, 51
CROSSETT, Ark. — Dexter Lee Ivey, a welder, died Monday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Cox Funeral Home, Bastrop. Visitation is 1 p.m. until service time at the funeral home.

Dennis Harvey Lollie, 61
RICHMOND, Calf. — Dennis Harvey Lollie, an investment broker formerly of Bastrop, died Sunday. Services are 11 a.m. Friday at Cox Funeral Home, Bastrop.

Kathryn Barnette Many, 86
Kathryn Barnette Many of West Monroe, a homemaker, died Monday. Services are 2 p.m. today at St. Matthew Catholic Church, Monroe. Visitation is 1 p.m. until service time at the church. Burial will be in St. Paschal's Catholic Cemetery, West Monroe under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Marvin M. Mills Sr., 88
LAKE PROVIDENCE — Marvin Matthew Mills Sr., a merchant, died Monday. Services are 10 a.m. Friday at Cox Funeral Home, Lake Providence. Visitation is 4-8 p.m. today at the funeral home. Burial will be in Providence Memorial Cemetery, Lake Providence.

Lester W. Samples, 83
Lester W. Samples of West Monroe, a retired building contractor, died Tuesday. Services are 2 p.m. today at First Assembly of God Church, West Monroe. Visitation is 12:30 p.m. until service time at the church. Burial will be in Hasley Cemetery, West Monroe under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Kenneth Sones, 83
JONESBORO — Kenneth Sones, a retired storeroom supervisor, died Tuesday. Services are 10 a.m. Friday at Edmonds Funeral Home, Jonesboro. Visitation is 4-9 p.m. today at the funeral home. Burial will be in Gayla Traina Cemetery, Jonesboro.

Alton Stevens, 83
GILBERT — Alton Stevens, a highline construction worker, died Tuesday. Services are 11 a.m. Friday at Gill First National Funeral Home, Winnsboro. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. today at the funeral home. Burial will be in Harris Cemetery.

Jerry Whitten, 62
BASTROP — Jerry Emanuel Whitten, a radio disc jockey, died Tuesday. Services are 2 p.m. Friday at Golden Funeral Home, Bastrop. Visitation is 11 a.m. until time of service at the funeral home.

Will Wilkerson, 81
WINNSBORO — Will Wilkerson, a retired farmer, died Tuesday. Services are 11 a.m. Friday at Shackelford Funeral Directors of Savannah, Tenn. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. today at the funeral home in Savannah, Tenn. Burial will be in Crump Cemetery, Crump, Tenn. under the direction of Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home, Winnsboro.

Carolyn B. Williams, 61
EROS — Carolyn Brown Williams, a homemaker, died Monday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Riser Funeral Home, Columbia. Visitation is 8 a.m. until time of service at the funeral home. Burial will be in Old Bethel Cemetery west of Clarks.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED
Mack, Ronald B.: 10 a.m. today, Forest Lawn Cemetery, Ruston.
Smith, Richard Dean: 2 p.m. today, Eva Church of God, Monterey.
Tucker, Patsy: 10 a.m. today, Rock Corner Baptist Church, Ruston.
White, Jimmy: 11 a.m. today, Sycamore Baptist Church, Ferriday

May 4, 2007 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

CHARLES ROBERT BENNETT, SR. Mulhearn Funeral Home Monroe, LA Memorial service for Mr. Charles Robert Bennett, Sr., 80, of Monroe, will be held at 2:00PM Saturday, May 5, 2007, in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe, with Rev. Warren Eckhardt officiating. Mr. Bennett passed away Wednesday, May 2, 2007, at St. Francis North Hospital. He was an active member of North Monroe Baptist Church. He was a retired manager of TG&Y, and a Navy veteran of WWII. Mr. Bennett was a wonderful and loving husband and dad. Survivors include his wife of fifty-five years, Martha S. Bennett; children, Debbie Ditta and husband Butch, Chuck Bennett and wife Beverly, Mary Jane Thomas and husband Byron, Steve Bennett and wife C. J. of Conroe, TX, Claire Harrell and husband Brad, and Carol Ann Hoover and husband Dale; grandchildren, Danielle Ditta, Clay Bennett and wife Phyllis, Brett Bennett, Devin and Payton Campbell, Colby and Seth Thomas, Matthew and Sarah Bennett, Halie, Chad, Caleb, and Emily Harrell, Justin Cardella, and Avery and Price Hoover; two sisters, Louise Fazakerly of Houston, TX, and Phella Sorrels of Birmingham, AL; three brothers, Phillip Bennett of Greenwood, MS, John Bennett of Denver, CO, and Don Bennett of Bossier City, LA; and numerous nieces and nephews. Visitation will be Saturday from 12:00 Noon until service time at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe, LA. Memorials may be made to North Monroe Baptist Church or to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com

ELBERT "BERT" FRED HODGE JR. Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mr. Elbert "Bert" Fred Hodge Jr., 63, of Farmerville, LA will be held at 2:00PM, Friday, May 4, 2007 at Kilpatrick Funeral Home Chapel West Monroe, LA with Rev. Sam Emanuel officiating and eulogy delivered by Martha Lou Simmons with interment to follow at Mars Hill Cemetery, Downsville, LA under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe, LA. Elbert "Bert" Fred Hodge Jr. was born August 18, 1943 in Monroe, LA and passed away suddenly at home in Farmerville, LA on May 2, 2007. He was a graduate of Columbia High School in Columbia, LA and Northeast Louisiana University. He was retired from the Army Corps of Engineers in Vicksburg. He loved to travel the world with his wife and family and especially loved Alaska. Elbert enjoyed woodworking, building canoes, and playing poker. He was also a duck and gun enthusiast. Bert was preceded in death by his father, Elbert F. Hodge, Sr. Bert is survived by his wife of 10 years, Barbara Watts Hodge; mother, Margaret Henry Hodge; brothers, Robert James Hodge, Sr. and wife Teresa, William Tom Hodge and wife Gaye; stepchildren, Brandy Nethery and Dustin Nethery; step grandson, Hayes Nethery; nephews, Bob Hodge and wife Rebecca and their children Braeden, Kathryn, and Kalyn ; nieces, Tammie White and husband Glen and their children, Brittany, Travis and B rennan, Tara Elmore and husband Craig; step nieces, Kristin Esters and Katherine Sloan. Pallbearers will be Robert Hodge, Jr., Ben Bearden, Randy Butler, Craig Elmore, James Henry, Jackie Henry, Mack Thornton, Glen White, Kermit Bearden and Dustin Nethery. Visitation will be from 9:00AM until service time at Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com.

DOROTHY V. BASS WALLACE Mulhearn Funeral Home Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mrs. Dorothy V. Bass Wallace, 89, of Monroe, will be held at 10:30AM Saturday, May 5, 2007, in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe, with Rev. Ricky Baker and Rev. Dub Massey officiating. Interment will follow in Ford Field Cemetery near Mangham, LA. Mrs. Wallace passed away Thursday, May 03, 2007, at St. Francis North Hospital. She was preceded in death by two sons, Jerry W. (Buddy) Bass and Bobby J. Bass; and two daughters, Linda Ann Bass and Mary Lee Bass. Survivors include her sons, Cleven L. Bass and wife Doris, Royce B. Bass and wife Gloria, and Clyde L. Bass; daughters, Monell "Frankie" Coons and husband Jim, Peggy Sue Johnson and husband Charlie, and Vickie Godina and husband John; two special daughters-in-law, Joyce Bass and Barbara Bass; step daughter, Georgie Lee Osborn; brother, William Vernon Wilson; thirty grandchildren, numerous great grandchildren, and numerous great great grandchildren. Grandsons will serve as pallbearers. Visitation will be Friday from 5:00PM until 8:00PM at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com

Idonia Anderson, 76
Idonia Anderson of Monroe died Thursday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Smith Funeral Home, Monroe.

Eleanor Craig, 76
Eleanor Craig of West Monroe, a retired teacher, died Thursday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Ross Franklin Crowe, 86
OAK GROVE — Ross Franklin Crowe, a mechanic, died Tuesday. Services are 11 a.m. today at Forest Baptist Church. Burial will be in New Forest Cemetery under the direction of Cox Funeral Home, Oak Grove.

Bell Davis, 81
HOUSTON — Bell Davis, retired from County Market, died Thursday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Farrar Funeral Home, Farmerville.

Beaulah Ellis, 93
DUBACH — Beaulah Ellis, a homemaker, died Wednesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Funerals by McFarland, Monroe.

Robert G. Fuller, 91
Robert G. Fuller of West Monroe, retired railroad signalman, died Tuesday. Services are 10 a.m. Saturday at Mulhearn Memorial Park Mausoleum, Monroe. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. today at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery, Monroe.

Elbert Hodge Jr., 63
FARMERVILLE — Elbert "Bert" Fred Hodge Jr., retired from the Army Corps of Engineers, died Wednesday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Visitation is 9 a.m. today until service time. Burial will be in Mars Hill Cemetery, Downsville.

Thaddeus Johnson Jr., 56
LAS VEGAS — Thaddeus Johnson Jr. died Friday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at New Jerusalem Missionary Baptist Church, Tallulah. Visitation is 2-7 p.m. today at Beckwith Golden Gate Funeral Home, Tallulah. Burial will be in Natchez, Miss. National Cemetery.

Raymond D. Jones, 29
Raymond D. Jones of Monroe, a computer technician, died Saturday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at First Baptist Church, Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens Cemetery under the direction of Hester Central State Funeral Home, Monroe.

Caslean Lankford, 72
AUSTELL, Ga. — Caslean Lankford, a homemaker formerly of Monroe, died April 24. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Lighthouse Church of God in Christ, Monroe. Visitation is 6-7 p.m. today at Hester Central State Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens Cemetery.

Dennis Harvey Lollie, 61
RICHMOND, Calif. — Dennis Harvey Lollie, an investment broker formerly of Bastrop, died Sunday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Cox Funeral Home, Bastrop.

Joenethan Lucas, 60
TALLULAH — Joenethan Lucas died Thursday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Beckwith Golden Gate Funeral Home, Tallulah.

Jesse P. McGee, 85
Jesse P. McGee of Monroe, a retired sales representative for United Machinery, died Thursday. Funeral arrangements are incomplete at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe.

Anthony Palkiotis Sr., 73
RAYVILLE — Anthony James Palkiotis Sr., a retired private investigator, died Monday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Rayville. Visitation is 1 p.m. until service time today. Burial will be in Rayville Masonic Cemetery.

Seaberry infant
The infant daughter of Eva Seaberry and Antonio Washington of Monroe, died April 25. Graveside services are noon today at Monroe City Cemetery, Powell Street Extension under the direction of Hester Central State Funeral Home, Monroe.

Larry Shield, 50
Larry Shield of Monroe, a laborer, died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Smith Funeral Home, Monroe.

Paul Desha Turner Jr., 68
FORT NECESSITY — Paul Desha Turner Jr., a farmer and school bus driver, died Wednesday. Services are 10 a.m. today at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Winnsboro. Burial will be in Turner Cemetery, Fort Necessity.

Floyd York, 84
Floyd York of Monroe, a laborer, died Wednesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Smith Funeral Home, Monroe.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED
Foster, Pam: 11 a.m. today, Pine Hill Baptist Church, Sicily Island.
Hardy, Jonas Aundre: 9:30 a.m. today, Powell Street Cemetery, Monroe.
Mills, Marvin M. Sr.: 10 a.m. today, Cox Funeral Home, Lake Providence.
Sones, Kenneth: 10 a.m. today, Edmonds Funeral Home, Jonesboro.
Stevens, Alton: 11 a.m. today, Gill First National Funeral Home, Winnsboro.
Whitten, Jerry Emanuel: 2 p.m. today, Golden Funeral Home, Bastrop.
Wilkerson, Will: 11 a.m. today, Shackelford Funeral Directors of Savannah, Tenn.

May 5, 2007 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

IRVING "PETE" ADKINS Farrar Funeral Home Farmerville, LA. Services for Irving "Pete" Adkins, 85, of Farmerville, will be held Monday, May 7 at 11:00 AM at Sardis Baptist Church with Rev. Stan Pody officiating. Burial will be in Sardis Cemetery. Arrangements are under the direction of Farrar Funeral Home of Farmerville. Visitation will be at the church on Sunday evening, May 6, from 5:00PM-8:00PM. Mr. Adkins, a lifelong member of the Sardis community, was born January 27, 1922 and died May 4, 2007. He was a member of the Civilian Conservation Corps, and during WWII served in the United States Coast Guard. He worked for many years for Thermatomic Carbon Company in Sterlington, and later for the state of Louisiana. Mr. Adkins was a member of the Sardis Baptist Church, and a member and supporter of the Sardis Hunting Club. Mr. Adkins is preceded in death by his wife of many years, Celestine Joiner Adkins. His survivors include two sons; Dean Adkins and wife Kay of Shreveport; Joe Adkins of Farmerville and special family friend Paula Clay of Monroe; two grandchildren; Phillip Adkins and wife Kim of Shreveport; Courtney Adkins and husband Ken Simpson of Austin, Tx; and one great-granddaughter, Caroline Adkins of Shreveport. Pallbearers will be Stanley Redden, Heath Redden, Jimmy Cole, Donnie Bearden, Terry Adkins and John Wayne Redden. Honorary pallbearer: Randy Giddens. Prior to his death, Mr. Adkins resided at Farmerville Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, and the family is grateful for the kindness and care shown him there. Online condolences may be made at: www.farrarfh.com

MARY ELEANOR CRAIG Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, Louisiana Funeral Services for Mrs. Mary Eleanor Craig, also known as Elna, 77, of West Monroe, LA will be 2:00PM Sunday, May 6, 2007, in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home in West Monroe with Rev. Ricky Willis and Rev. Jerry Crise officiating. Burial will follow at Hasley Cemetery in West Monroe. Mrs. Craig passed away on May 3, 2007. She was born in Lake Providence, LA on December 6, 1929 to C. B. and Ruby Sawyer Mitchell who preceded her in death. She graduated from Lake Providence High School, attended Mississippi State College for Women for two years, received her B. S. degree from LA Tech and her M. S. degree from ULM. She married Louis I. Craig in 1951 and they had two daughters. Elna taught school at various times in Calcasieu and Ouachita Parishes and Monroe City Schools. She left teaching to work in their business, Lou Craig's Barbecue and Catering. She was very devoted to her family and friends and felt that they had been so supportive during her illness. She leaves her daughters, Laura Craig-Bray and her husband Art Bray, Polly Craig and her husband Bob Quinn; her sister, Jean Koserog; grandson, Craig Bray, granddaughter, Margaret Bray; nephew, Edward (EK) Koserog; great-nephew, Charles Koserog; niece, Kathy Elkins and her husband Mark Elkins, and great nieces, Emily and Katie Elkins. Pallbearers will be Billy McClendon, Van Westbrook, Bob Henson, Willis Ward, John McGraw, Bud Jenkins, Edward Koserog, and Charles Koserog. Honorary Pallbearers will be Bill Blackstock, Jim Simmons, Peter West, Cecil Sinclair, Oma Fleming, Clyde Jordan, Buddy Harrelson, and Clyde Jordon. Visitation will be from 5:00PM until 7:00PM Saturday, May 5, 2007, at Mulhearn Funeral Home in West Monroe. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the First United Methodist Church in West Monroe, LA. Online Registry/ Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com

THOMAS GRAVES LIPSCOMB Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road, Monroe, LA Funeral Services for Mr. Thomas G. "Tommy" Lipscomb, 74, of Monroe, LA, will be held at 2:00PM Sunday, May 6, 2007, at Mulhearn Funeral Home Chapel, Sterlington Road, Monroe, LA, with Dr. Bill Dye, Reverend Warren Eckhardt, Dr. Mike Honzell, and Reverend Bryan Lipscomb officiating. Interment will follow in Hasley Cemetery in West Monroe, LA under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home of Monroe, LA. Tommy was born February 6, 1933, in Monroe, LA and died May 3, 2007, in Monroe, LA. Tommy, a devoted husband, father, and papaw, was a retired sheet metal estimator and a member of North Monroe Baptist Church. He is preceded in death by his parents, James E. and Hattie F. Lipscomb; brothers, Edwin and James "Barney" Lipscomb; daughters, Deborah Ann Lipscomb and Susan Lipscomb Herrington. He is survived by his loving wife of 54 years, Elizabeth "Janie" Lipscomb; sons and their spouses, James and Dianne of Brandon, MS, Edwin "Bubba" and Cindy of Lufkin, TX, and Bryan and Regina of Lufkin, TX; daughters, Sharon Moore and husband, Richard, and Stephanie Lipscomb of Monroe, LA; grandchildren, Daniel and Charlie Lipscomb of Olla, LA, Jeffery Lipscomb of Hebert, LA, Jacob and Elizabeth Lipscomb of Brandon, MS, Kevin Richardson of North Carolina; Dawn Baker of Virginia Beach, VA, Christy Smith of Kirbyville, MO, Brad Lipscomb of Conway, AR, Adam and Andrew Moore of Monroe, LA, Savannah, Breanna, and Matthew Lipscomb of Lufkin, TX; 12 great grandchildren; brothers and their spouses, Frank Lipscomb and Nell, David Deland and Sandy; sisters and their spouses, Rose Lucas and Bill and Betty Ann Snyder and Lynfield; and several nieces and nephews. Pallbearers will be: Jeffery Lipscomb, Brad Lipscomb, Adam Moore, Roger Herrington, Dwain Jordan, and Patrick Crawford. Honorary pallbearers will be his brothers-in-law. Visitation will be held from 5:00PM until 8:00PM Saturday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. The family would like to extend a heartfelt thanks to the employees of St. Francis North Hospital, Dr. Keith Calhoun and staff, and the physicians of the Gastroenterology Clinic for their care during his illness. Online condolences may be sent to the family at : www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com

WILLA DEAN (DEANIE) SAYLER BASKIN Kilpatrick Funeral Home Ruston, LA Willa Dean Sayler was born July 18, 1923 in Amarillo, TX. She attended West Texas University. In 1947, she married Bill Baskin and moved to Ruston. She was a wonderful homemaker and mother. She belonged to several ladies social clubs and bridge clubs, including Quattro Club. She was an avid tap dancer in her youth and continued dancing as an adult as a member of the Silver Bells Line Adult Ladies in Monroe, LA for several years. Mrs. Baskin managed De'An Gallery for numerous years and was a passionate artist. The Lord rescued her from the Devils Curse of Alzheimer on May 3, 2007 after an 18 year battle. She leaves behind her husband after an 18 year battle. She leaves behind her husband, W.S. (Bill) Baskin, one son, Colonel Toney W. Baskin and wife Melody of San Antonio, TX; two daughters, Sandra Gayle Berry and husband Charles of Dallas, TX, Karen Dean Van Dyke and husband Larry of Sedro Woolley , WA; sisters , LaMoyne Spencer, LaVern Daniels and husband Alfred; grandchildren Wade Baskin, Shannon Torgay and husband Tomor, Dean Baskin, Lucas Baskin, Amanda Berry, Jessica Bates and husband Josh, Troy Lacobee and Kari, Angela Stuetteville and husband Brad, Kimberly Glorieux and husband Stephen; great- grandchildren Emma Bates, Ashley Stuetteville, Brittney Stuetteville, Hunter Glorieux, Nicholas Glorieux ; and numerous nieces and nephews. She also leaves her four wonderful caretakers behind; Yvonne Sawyer, Sharon Bush, Rosalyn Hayes, and Lilley Lougen. Visitation will be 5:00PM to 7:00Pm Sunday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home with the private family burial Monday morning. In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made to the Presbyterian Church of Ruston, 4Paws Rescue at 2208 Cook Rd in Ruston, or to the charity of your choice. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com.

JAMES E. TAYLOR Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road, Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mr. James E. Taylor, 75, of Monroe, will be held at 2:00 PM Sunday, May 6, 2007, in the Mulhearn Memorial Park Mausoleum Chapel with Rev. Monica Monk officiating. Interment will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Mr. Taylor passed away Friday, May 04, 2007, at his residence. He was a fifty year lifetime member of the Brick Mason Union, and a United States Army veteran of the Korean War serving in the 3rd Infantry Division. Survivors include his daughter, Debbie Dukes and husband Lewis; son, Jimmy Taylor and wife Kerri; brother, Bob Taylor, all of Monroe; and brother, Lane Taylor of Natchitoches; and grandchild, Shane Dossett. Honorary pallbearers will be Paul Frizell, David Nordman, Wayne Nordman,Mike McCleish, Mack Gay, Doug Taylor, Todd Taylor, and Charles Hart. Visitation will be Saturday from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. In lieu of flowers, the family wishes donation to be made in Mr. Taylor's memory to the Salvation Army, or to the Methodist Children's Home in Ruston, LA. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com

Rocky L. Anderson, 44
Rocky Lamar Anderson of Monroe, a karate instructor and construction laborer, died Thursday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Funerals by McFarland, Monroe.

Ernest Baccarini, 67
WINNSBORO — Ernest "Bubba" Baccarini, a retired schoolteacher, died Thursday. Services are 3 p.m. Sunday at St. Mary Catholic Church, Winnsboro. Visitation is 6-8 p.m. today with rosary at 5 p.m. today at Gill First National Funeral Home, Winnsboro. Burial will be in New Winnsboro Cemetery.

Willia D. Salyer Baskin, 83
RUSTON — Willia Dean Salyer Baskin died Thursday. Private family services are Monday. Visitation is 5-7 p.m. Sunday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Ruston.

Charles Bennett Sr., 80
Charles Robert Bennett Sr. of Monroe, a retired TG&Y manager, died Wednesday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Visitation is noon until service time today at the funeral home. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery, Monroe.

Alex Cooper, 71
RAYVILLE — Alex Cooper, a construction worker, died Wednesday. Services are 1 p.m. Monday at St. Peter Rock Baptist Church, Bee Bayou. Burial will be in the church cemetery under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville.

Bryce Euvene Crump, 74
Bryce Euvene Crump of West Monroe, a retired ODECO Drilling Co. tool pusher, died Thursday. Services are 2 p.m. Monday at Pentecostals of the Twin Cities. Visitation is 4-8 p.m. Sunday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Burial will be in Roselawn Memorial Gardens, Calhoun.

Bell Davis, 81
HOUSTON — Bell Davis, a retired County Market employee formerly of Farmerville, died Thursday. Services are 3 p.m. Monday at Culbertson Baptist Church, Farmerville. Visitation is 6-8 p.m. Sunday at Farrar Funeral Home, Farmerville. Burial will be in the church cemetery.

Barbara Jean Farris, 57
JONESVILLE — Barbara Jean Farris died Thursday. Services are 2 p.m. Sunday at Utility Baptist Church, Jonesville. Visitation is 5-10 p.m. today at Young's Funeral Home, Jonesville. Burial will be in Heard Cemetery, Manifest.

Osie A. Henson, 90
RUSTON — Osie A. Henson, a homemaker, died Friday. Services are 10 a.m. Monday at Temple Baptist Church, Ruston. Visitation is 2-5 p.m. Sunday at Owens Memorial Chapel Funeral Home, Ruston. Burial will be in Forest Lawn Cemetery, Ruston.

Genice A. Jenkins, 78
Genice A. Jenkins of Monroe, a nursing assistant, died Wednesday. Services are 2 p.m. Monday at Union Chapel Baptist Church, Monroe. Visitation is 1-3 p.m. Sunday at Miller Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens Cemetery.

Richmond Mays, 75
Richmond Mays, a farmer, died April 25. Services are 1 p.m. today at St. Mary C.M.E. Church, Bastrop. Burial will be in Alford Cemetery, Mer Rouge under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Bastrop.

J.P. 'Mac' McGee Jr., 85
J.P. "Mac" McGee Jr. of Monroe, a retired United Machinery sales representative, died Thursday. Services are 10 a.m. Monday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Visitation is 5-7 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery, Monroe.

Oscar E. Mitchell, 99
Oscar E. Mitchell of West Monroe, a retired Strauss Inc. warehouse manager, died Friday. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. today at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Other arrangements are incomplete.

Dorothy Bass Wallace, 89
Dorothy V. Bass Wallace of Monroe, a homemaker, died Thursday. Services are 10:30 a.m. today at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Burial will be in Ford Field Cemetery near Mangham.

Floyd York, 84
Floyd York of Monroe, a laborer, died Wednesday. Services are 11 a.m. Tuesday at King Solomon Baptist Church, Monroe. Visitation is 1-7 p.m. Monday at Smith Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Cedar Grove Cemetery, Oak Ridge.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED
Fuller, Robert G.: 10 a.m. today, Mulhearn Memorial Park Mausoleum, Monroe.
Johnson Jr., Thaddeus: 11 a.m. today, New Jerusalem Missionary Baptist Church, Tallulah.
Jones, Raymond D.: 11 a.m. today, First Baptist Church, Monroe.
Lankford, Caslean: 11 a.m. today, Lighthouse Church of God in Christ, Monroe.
Lollie, Dennis Harvey: 11 a.m. today, Cox Funeral Home, Bastrop

May 6, 2007 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

ERNEST BACCARINI Gill First National Funeral Home Winnsboro, LA Funeral mass for Ernest "Bubba" Baccarini, 67, of Winnsboro will be held at 3:00PM Sunday, May 6, 2007 at St. Mary's Catholic Church in Winnboro with Rev. Louis Sklar celebrating the mass. Dr. Harry Boyd will deliver the eulogy. Interment will follow in New Winnsboro Cemetery under the direction of Gill First National Funeral Home of Winnsboro. "Bubba" was born on,June 22, 1939 in Winnsboro and passed from this life Thursday, May 3, 2007 in St. Francis Medical Center in Monroe. He was a devoted Christian and member of St. Mary's Catholic Church. He was a graduate of Winnsboro High School, attended Tulane University and received his BA degree at Northeast Louisiana University, where he also received his Masters + 30. "Bubba" served for many years in the Franklin Parish School System as an educator and a coach. After he left the classrooms and coaching duties, he began to work in a supervisory capacity for the Franklin Parish School Board. After retiring from the professional education field, Mr. Baccarini worked at Franklin State Bank in Winnsboro as a highly valued employee. "Bubba" served his community and profession in many capacities. He worked in the professional organizations associated with education such as the LA School Supervisors Association. He was active in the Jaycee where his service merited the Jaycee of the year Award and other distinctions. "Bubba" was elected to the Franklin Parish Police Jury, serving in the Regional Jury Association as well as being a member of the Governor's Task Force For the Future. He served on the North Delta Regional Planning and Development District Board, and was active in volunteer work with the Junior Miss Program in Franklin Parish for over 15 years. More recently, "Bubba" helped coach the teams of a fledgling athletic program at Franklin Academy as a volunteer. He delighted in the hobby of cooking. He served many dishes of superb food to many appreciative recipients. He loved his family and friends and they loved him. "Bubba" never really retired. He just took some time off to rest. He leaves behind his wife of 42 years, Linda Baccarini, of Winnsboro; two sons, Jon Michael Baccarini, of Monroe, and Greg Baccarini of Mt. Vernon, NY; sister, Ernestine Funderburk, of Winnsboro; and nephew, J. Funderburk, of Baton Rouge; as well as many other relatives and many friends. Pallbearers will be J. H. "Jimbo" Colvin, J.W. Dean, Ralph Gill, Jesse Jackson, Tim Rogers, A.A. "Skip" Wolleson, and Tommy Womble. Memorials may be made to St. Jude's Children's Research Hospital. To sign guestbook or view video tribute online, visit www.gillfirstnational.com

MRS. EDNA MAE BEAVER Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Graveside services for Mrs. Edna Beaver, 88, of West Monroe, will be at 10:00 AM on Tuesday, May 8, 2007, at Monroe Memorial Park with Rev. Janie Trammell officiating. Services under the direction of the Kilpatrick Funeral Home of West Monroe. Mrs. Beaver was born November 04, 1918 in Pounding Mill, Virginia and went home to be with the Lord May 4, 2007, at Glenwood Regional Medical Center. She is preceded in death by her parents; Claude and Elva Thomas and a brother; Claude F. Thomas, Jr. Survivors include her son; C. L. Beaver and wife Doretha M. Beaver, granddaughter; Karen L. Thomisee, grandsons; Charles P. Beaver, Christopher E. Beaver and wife; Christi, great grandchildren; Haley Brooke Beaver, Lainey Jeanette Beaver, Payton Ryan Beaver, Blake Austin Thomisee, Christopher Caelon Beaver, Allie Grace Beaver, Sister and very close friend; Mary E. Stagg, brother; George R. Thomas The family will receive friends on Monday evening, May 7, 2007, from 5:00-8:00PM at Kilpatrick Funeral Home in West Monroe. Honorary Pallbearers; Charles P. Beaver, Christopher E. Beaver, Bubba Staggs, Byron Thomas, George Thomas, Jr., John Thomas. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneral homes.com

MR. BRYCE EUVENE CRUMP Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mr. Bryce Euvene Crump, 74, of West Monroe, will be at 2:00PM on Monday, May 7, 2007, at Pentecostals of the Twin Cities with Pastor Mark Foster and Pastor Emeritus, Fred Foster officiating. Interment will follow in Roselawn Memorial Gardens in Calhoun under the direction of the Kilpatrick Funeral Home of West Monroe. Mr. Crump was born July 7, 1932, in Boles, Arkansas, and went home to be with the Lord May 3, 2007, at Glenwood Regional Medical Center following a long battle with Leukemia. He was a Veteran of the United States Army, a retired Tool Pusher with ODECO Drilling Company, Faithful parishioner of Pentecostals of Twin City Church, He was a lifelong prankster till the end and he loved camping, hunting and fishing with his family and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, Burl and Hettie Crump, and by a brother, Jack Crump. Survivors include his beloved wife of 51 years, Betty Howell Crump; a daughter, Katherine Cooper and her husband, William Paul Cooper of Calhoun, sons, Gary Crump and his wife, Gloria Priam Crump of Connecticut; Bryce E. Crump and his wife, Valerie Crump of California; sisters, Lucille Gutierrez of North Carolina; Euvie Scott of Texas; Doris Ross of Arkansas; brother, Bobby Crump of Monroe; Grandchildren, Ricky Hendricks, Jr., Robin Linder Assouline, Kasey Linder, Nicholas Linder, Lindsey Linder, Bryce Crump, III, Bruce Lewis, Jr., Evan Moore, Quaid Crump, Sarah Crump; great grandson, Ricky Hendricks, III. The family requests that memorials be made to the American Cancer Society . Pallbearers are Bobby Crump, Jr., Stanley Crump, Delbert Crump, Bryce Crump, III, Ricky Hendricks, Jr., and Nicholas Linder. Honorary Pallbearers are Jimmy Dale Sims, Huey Whellis, Charles Walker, David Carlise, and Charles McQuillian. Special thanks to Dr. Scott Barron and Dr. Steven McMahan. The family will receive friends on Sunday evening, May 6, 2007, from 4:00PM-8:00PM at Kilpatrick Funeral Home in West Monroe. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneral homes.com

JACK KEAHEY, JR. Riser Funeral Home Columbia, LA Jack Keahey passed away May 4, 2007 after a brave battle with cancer. He was 71. Visitation will be at Riser Funeral Home in Columbia, Sunday, May 6, from 2:00PM — 7:00PM. Services will be held at 10:00AM., Monday, May 7, 2007 from the First Baptist Church in Columbia with Sherman Jones and Bob McIlwain officiating. Interment will follow in Columbia Hill Cemetery. Jack was born August 24, 1935 to Jack Lynn Keahey and Rayma George Keahey in Tensas Parish. His father had come down the Mississippi River from Cairo, Illinois, to help build the Mississippi River levee. His mother's family had moved to Newellton from Yell County, Arkansas. Jack was preceded in death by his younger brother, Farrel, in 1994, and by his father, Jack, in 1995. Jack is survived by his mother, Rayma Keahey, of St. Joseph. Jack is survived by his wife, Marie Herring Keahey. They loved and respected each other for over fifty years, and made a great team. A man who loved to fly, Jack was late for his own wedding because he was flying his cousin's new airplane. Jack and Marie are very proud of their three children: Cash Keahey of Richardson, Texas; Drew Keahey and his wife: Becky of Columbia, Louisiana; and, Margo Keahey of Gallatin, Tennessee. Jack loved and was deeply loved by his five grandchildren: Jared Keahey, Zach Keahey, Jillian Keahey, Reed Keahey and Katherine Keahey Baber. Jack is also survived by his mother-in-law, Dixie, as well as brothers-in-law, LaVance and James, and numerous nephews, nieces and cousins. Jack was preceded in death by his father-in-law, Vance Herring. Jack was a man of many roles: farmer, pilot, businessman, shipbuilder, welder, mechanic, preacher, Bible school teacher, public servant, leader and friend. He was a founding member of the Columbia Church of Christ. He began Keahey Flying Service in 1964, and it is still in operation today. He was a member of Louisiana Pesticide Advisory Committee, and a lifelong member of his profession's state and national organizations, serving as president of both the Louisiana Agricultural Aviation Association and the National Agricultural Aviation Association. He was a former member and president of the Caldwell Parish School Board, and was serving as President of the Tensas Basin Levee Board when he died. Even though he accomplished much in his life, he was respected and loved as much for whom he was as for what he did. He was a man of tremendous character and integrity. Dave Norris, mayor of West Monroe, in a recent personal letter to him called him "a fine, unselfish public servant—and those are not too common." His favorite Bible verse was Philippians 4:8: "Finally, brethren, whatever is true, whatever is honorable, whatever is just, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is gracious, if there is any excellence, if there is anything worthy of praise, think about these things." Jack Keahey will be missed by many. The Keahey family wishes to thank the following for their care and treatment of Jack over the last six months: Dr. Jack Rodriguez, Dr. Roderick Givens, Dr. Rick Jeansonne, Dr. Mike Wheelis, and Dr. Linus Carroll. Pallbearers are Mike Calloway, Ronnie Darden, Tom Gay, Johnny Hudson, Gerry McIlwain, Ronnie McIlwain, Charlie Mac Rowland, and Sherman Shaw. Honorary pallbearers are Israel Guerrero, Javier Guerrero, Willie Williams, Fred Dixon, Jr., John Stringer, and members of the Tensas Basin Levee Board. Memorials may be to any charity or organization of your choice.

CHARLES L. (LINDY) LORD Mulhearn Funeral Home Rayville, La. Services for Charles L. (Lindy) Lord, 76, of Rayville, La. will be at 10:00AM Monday, May 7, 2007 at the Mulhearn Funeral Home Chapel in Rayville with Rev. Danny Parker & Rev. Doyle Valentine officating. Interment will be in the New Salem Cemetery under the directions of Mulhearn Funeral Home of Rayville. Mr. Lord was retired from Louisiana Dept. of Transportation and also Richland Parish School Board. He enjoyed fishing, hunting, and playing his guitar.. He is survived by his wife of 57 years; Pauline Lord of Rayville, six children; Charles Lord and wife Linda of Oak Ridge, Janice Perry and husband, Kent of Monroe, Ronnie Lord and wife Dorrie of Rayville, Jimmy Lord and wife Tammi of West Monroe, Wayne Lord and wife Theresa of Monroe, Dale Lord and wife Beverly of Oak Ridge, two sisters; Lovie Gubbia and husband Charles of Oak Ridge, and Martha Wright of Grayson, two brothers; Raymond Lord of Grayson and Mike Lord and wife Marie of Mountain View, Ark. , 14 grandchildren and 9 great grandchildren. Pallbearers will be Dennis Parker, Timmy Jinks, Brian Wood, Shane Lord, Tommy Lord, and Travis Munholland. Honorary Pallbearers will be Glen Smart and Brad Anderson. Visitation will be from 5:00PM till 8:00PM Sunday at the funeral Home. Online Registry/ Condolences:www.mulhearnfuner alhome.com

J. P. (MAC) MCGEE Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road, Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mr. J. P. (Mac) McGee, 85, of Monroe, will be held at 10:00AM Monday, May 7, 2007, in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe, with Rev. Clyde Sanchez officiating. Interment will follow in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery. Mr. McGee passed away Thursday, May 3, 2007, at St. Francis Medical Center. He worked as a sales representative for United Machinery for twenty years. He was a United States Army veteran, and a member of the Military Order of Purple Heart #331. He was preceded in death by his parents, Jesse P McGee Sr. and Effie B. McGee; brother, Cecil E. McGee; and sister, Elaine McQueen. Survivors include his wife, Lois S. McGee; and two sons, Ronald E. McGee and Jim McGee, all of Monroe. Pallbearers will be Orville Renfrow, Roy Walton, Travis Bryan, David McGee, James Douglas, and Bradley Crooks. Visitation will be Sunday from 5:00PM until 7:00PM at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Online Registry/ Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneral home.com

OSCAR EDWARD MITCHELL Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral Services for Mr. Oscar Edward Mitchell, 99, of West Monroe, LA will be 4:00PM Sunday, May 6, 2007, in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home in West Monroe with Rev. Michi Head officiating. Burial will follow at Hasley Cemetery in West Monroe. Mr. Mitchell passed away on May 4, 2007 at Glenwood Regional Medical Center. He was a retired Warehouse Manager for Strauss Inc. Mr. Mitchell was a member of the American Legion Post 201. He is preceded in death by his two sons, James Edward Mitchell and Ronald Gene Mitchell and numerous brothers and sisters. He is survived by his wife of 65 years, Evelyn N. Blazier Mitchell; daughter-in-law, Jeannie Mitchell Cater; grand children, Ted Mitchell, Billy Mitchell, Terry Mitchell, Dennis James Mitchell, Veronica Ann Mitchell, Dedria Kay DeSeamus Tanton, DeWanda Kay DeSeamus Dubbin, and Ronda Cynthia Mitchell Hall; numerous great and great-greatgrandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews. Pallbearers will be Chester D. Tanton, Lloyd N. Dubbin, G. Lynn Hall, Jason D. Rogers, Martin DeSeamus, Glen Ford, and Cliff Nordtrom. Online Registry / Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneral home.com

MR. BENNON RITCHIE Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mr. Bennon Ritchie, 84 of West Monroe, LA will be held 3:00PM Sunday, May 6, 2007 at Kilpatrick Funeral Home Chapel-West Monroe with Rev. Bob Holloway and Rev. Clovis Christman officiating. Interment will follow in Hasley Cemetery under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home- West Monroe. Mr. Ritchie was born January 22, 1923 in Brookhaven, MS, and died May 4, 2007 in West Monroe. Mr. Ritchie was a Retired Disabled American Veteran serving his country in the 70 th Infantry of the U. S. Army. He was a member of Disabled American Veterans, The American Legion and a founding member of Fellowship Baptist Church. Mr. Ritchie was a dedicated fan of the West Monroe Rebels football team. He was preceded in death by his parents Benjamin and Maggie Ritchie. Survivors include his wife, Gay Nell Ritchie; children, Glenn Ritchie and wife Carla, Sharon Ritchie and Ruth Ritchie Jugis; grandchildren, Vincent Jugis, Eric Ritchie, Melody Ritchie, Ryan Ritchie; sisters, Rubye Huff and Lanell Arnold. Pallbearers will be Gary Jacobson, Bobby Fowler, Travis Freeman, Gerald Pool, Don Arnold and David Hackworth. Honorary Pallbearers will be members of J .H. McClendon Chapter 8 D A V. Visitation will be from 12:00 noon until service time at Kilpatrick Funeral Home. The family would like to extend a heartfelt thanks to Dr. Don Hammett and staff, Glenwood LC.U., Professional Home Health and United Home Health for their care during Mr. Ritchie's illness. Online condolences may be sent to the family www.kilpatrickfuneral homes.com

JACK WILLIAM WILSON Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Graveside Services for Mr. Jack William Wilson, 80, of West Monroe, LA will be 10:00AM Monday, May 7, 2007, at Twin Cities Memorial Garden Cemetery with Rev. Mark Fenn officiating. Mr. Wilson was born on September 30, 1926, and passed away on May 4, 2007. He was a retired a school teacher for Ouachita Parish. Mr. Wilson was a member of First Baptist Church of West Monroe and was a WWII Navy Veteran. He was preceded in death by his parents, Robert E. Wilson and Ruby B. Wilson. He is survived by his wife of 54 years, Frankie Dayton Wilson; daughter, Karen Kinnaird; granddaughter, Christina Kinnaird; brother, Bobby C. Wilson and his wife Beverly; and several nieces and nephews. Online Registry / Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneral home.com

Irving 'Pete' Adkins, 85
FARMERVILLE — Irving "Pete" Adkins, retired from the Sterlington Thermatomic Plant, died Friday. Services are 11 a.m. Monday at Sardis Baptist Church. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. today at the church. Burial will be in Sardis Cemetery under the direction of Farrar Funeral Home, Farmerville.

Hazel Asad, 45
TALLULAH — Hazel Asad died Friday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Beckwith Golden Gate Funeral Home, Tallulah.

Mary Eleanor Craig, 76
Mary Eleanor Craig of West Monroe, a retired teacher, died Thursday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Visitation will be from 1 p.m. until service time. Burial will be in Hasley Cemetery, West Monroe.

Russell Girod, 85
HEBERT — Russell Girod, a retired Department of Agriculture employee, died Saturday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Riser Funeral Home, Columbia.

Joseph A. Hopson, 70
DELHI — Joseph A. Hopson, a retired oilfield maintenance supervisor, died Saturday. Services are 2 p.m. Monday at Cox Funeral Home, Delhi. Visitation is 4-8 p.m. today at the funeral home. Burial will be in Crowville Masonic Cemetery.

Thomas G. Lipscomb, 74
Thomas Graves Lipscomb of Monroe, a retired sheet metal estimator, died Thursday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Burial will be in Hasley Cemetery, West Monroe.

Oscar E. Mitchell, 99
Oscar E. Mitchell of West Monroe, a retired warehouse manager, died Friday. Services are 4 p.m. today at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Visitation is 3 p.m. until service time. Burial will be in Hasley Cemetery, West Monroe.

Nellie O. Stephens, 81
ARCADIA — Nellie O. Stephens, a homemaker formerly of Ruston, died Saturday. Graveside services are 11 a.m. Monday at Greenwood Cemetery, Ruston under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Ruston.

James E. Taylor, 75
James E. Taylor of Monroe, a retired brick mason, died Friday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Mulhearn Memorial Park Mausoleum. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe.

Jack W. Wilson, 80
Jack W. Wilson of Monroe, a retired schoolteacher, died Friday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED
Cooper, Alex: 1 p.m. Monday, St. Peter Rock Baptist Church, Bee Bayou.
Crump, Bryce Euvene: 2 p.m. Monday, Pentecostals of the Twin Cities.
Davis, Bell: 3 p.m. Monday, Culbertson Baptist Church, Farmerville.
Farris, Barbara Jean: 2 p.m. today, Utility Baptist Church, Jonesville.
Henson, Osie A.: 10 a.m. Monday, Temple Baptist Church, Ruston.
Jenkins, Genice A.: 2 p.m. Monday, Union Chapel Baptist Church, Monroe.
McGee, J.P. "Mac" Jr.: 10 a.m. Monday, Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe.
York, Floyd: 11 a.m. Tuesday, King Solomon Baptist Church, Monroe.

May 7, 2007 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

RUSSEL E. GIROD Riser Funeral Home Columbia, La. Funeral services for Mr. Russell E. Girod age 85 of Hebert ,La. will be held 10:00AM Tuesday May 6, 2007 from the Bethany Baptist Church at Hebert with Rev’s: Don Wright, James Brown , and Ricky Baker officiating. Interment will follow in the Hebert Cemetery with services under direction of Riser Funeral Home of Columbia. Russell E. Girod was born on Sept.20, 1921 at Hebert, La. and passed from this life on Sat. May 5, 2007 at his residence. Born to the union of the late Felix Isaiah & Beatrice Roy Girod , he was one of nine children. He was an employee of the United States Dept. of Agriculture and a farmer. He was an active member of the Bethany Baptist Church where he served as deacon and Sunday school teacher. Mr. Girod was a Sgt. in the United States Army during World War II. He was preceded in death by his first wife and the mother of his children, Tappy Roberts Girod, and by his great grand daughter Brooke Meador , his brothers Roy, James, Felix Girod, Jr.; and Maurice Girod, and by his sisters Marjory Dannehl, Kathleen Murphy, Mildred Muirhead, and Elsie Girod. Survivors include –His wife Mrs. Bernice Johnson of Hebert. 3 Daughters and their husbands- Gwen & Charles Meador of Hebert , Susan & Ronnie Lachney of Atlanta, Ga and Emile & Heath Legg of Columbia. 2 sons- Gary Girod and his wife Dianne of West Monroe, and Felix Girod of Jackson, MS. Two step sons and their spouses Edwin and Renae Johnson of Grayson and Patsy and Claude Wiener of Houston, TX. He also leaves behind his beloved grand children – Charles ,Jr. and his wife Becky Meador, Rusty Meador, Ryan Lachney, Christopher Legg, Todd Girod and his wife Paula; Chad Girod and his wife Summer, and Damon Girod and his wife Lark, Kristi Ray, Mandy Acres, and Johnathan Johnson. He also leaves nine great grand children.Two sisters-Bettye Girod Wilks and June Girod Baker both of West Monroe. Serving as pallbearers will be his grand sons. Deacons of the Bethany Baptist Church will serve as honorary pallbearers. The Girod Family will receive family and friends on Monday May7 at the Riser Funeral Home located at 7131 U S Highway 165 Columbia, La from 5:00PM to 9:00PM. Planned Memorials may be made to the Bethany Baptist Church, Columbia, La. Words of condolence and comfort may be sent to the Girod Family at riserfuneral@aol.com

MRS. INEZ WALKER MALCOMB Riser Funeral Home Columbia, LA. Funeral services for Mrs. Martha Inez Walker Malcomb, age 86 , of Grayson, La. will be held 10AM Tuesday May 8, 2007 from the Columbia Chapel of Riser Funeral home with Rev. Jay Morgan officiating. Interment will follow in the Welcome Home Cemetery at Grayson. Martha Malcomb was born on October 24, 1920 and passed from this life on Sunday May 6, 2007 . Martha was an active member of the Grayson Baptist Church at Grayson, and loved her community and her church. She was preceded in death by her husband Mr. Jim Malcomb. Survivors include-Her daughter Sue Bailey of Grayson, her son Mr. Edward Malcomb of Grayson. 4 Grand children-Michelle Hutto, Tyrone Bailey and wife Christy, Amber Malcomb and Summer Malcomb all of Grayson. 3 great grand children- Fawn Hutto, Joey Bailey, and Avery Bailey all of Grayson. Visitation for the Malcomb Family will be on Monday at the Riser Funeral Home , 7131 U S Hwy165, Columbia , La. from 4:00PM to 8:00PM. Words of condolence and comfort may be sent to the Malcomb Family at riserfuneral@aol.com

MARY LOUISE PARISY Osborn Funeral Home Shreveport, LA A Mass of Christian Burial for Sister Mary Louise Parisy, 80, of Shreveport will be offered by Father Philip Michiels at the Cathedral of St. John Berchmans, 939 Jordan Street, on Tuesday, May 8, 2007 at 10:00AM Visitation will be held at Osborn Funeral Home, 3631 Southern Avenue, Monday, May 7, 2007 from 5:30PM to 6:30PM. A Vigil Service will be at 6:30 p.m. at which Father Philip Michiels will preside. Sister Mary Louise died at Willis-Knighton Pierremont Hospital on Saturday, May 5, 2007. She entered the Daughters of the Cross Convent on August 15, 1944, and pronounced her first vows on August 21, 1947. She was preceded in death by her parents, Clara and Sylvain Parisy, Sr.; her sister, Emily P. Hanchey; and her brothers, Sylvain Seymon Parisy, Jr. and Joseph A. Parisy. She is survived by her brother, Arthur Earnest Parisy and wife, Mary; sisters, Rose Marie Parisy, Margaret P. Reeves and Charlene P. Baker and husband, Robert A. Baker; and a number of nieces, nephews, great nieces and great nephews. Sister was a member of the Choctaw Indian Tribe and was proud of her Indian heritage. Sister Mary Louise spent many years as an elementary school teacher in parochial schools in Shreveport, Bossier and was principal in schools in Lake Providence, Monroe and Marksville, Louisiana. Pallbearers will be David Dice, David Hall, David Hanchey, Michael Kavanaugh, Tom Lioi, Kenny Phillips, Malcolm Robertson and Deacon Homer Tucker. Memorials may be made to the Retirement Fund of the Daughters of the Cross or to the charity of your choice. Special thanks to Dr. Germain Cassiere, The Daughters of the Cross and to her faithful and kind sitters.

MR. BOYD (B.L.) SPILLERS Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mr. Boyd (B.L.) Spillers,83, of West Monroe, LA will be held at 10:00AM on Tuesday, May 8, 2007 at Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe with Rev. David Maxwell officiating, and assisted by Rev. Calton Yeager. Interment to follow at Roselawn Memorial Gardens, under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home-West Monroe. Mr. Spillers was born July 17,1923 in Calhoun and passed away May 5,2007 in West Monroe, LA. He was a graduate of Calhoun High School and attended business school. He was retired from Louisiana Power and Light Company with 32 years of service. He was an army veteran of WWII as a paratrooper with the 11th Airborne Division in the South Pacific Theatre. He was a member of Ridge Avenue Baptist Church, served as a deacon, member of Fellowship Sunday School Class, and a member of Rock of Ages Senior Adult Choir. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, gardening and spending time with his friends playing Mexican train. He is preceded in death by his parents, Jeff and Ida Spillers; sisters, Evelyn, Erea and Dollie; brothers, Jim, Bud, Dock, Wesley, Leon and Howard. He leaves behind to cherish his memories his wife and soul mate of 60 years, Dorothy; two daughters, Carolyn Newman of West Monroe and Pat Williams and husband Alton of Calhoun, La.; granddaughter, Cherie Robertson and husband Rick of Baton Rouge, La.; grandsons, Chris Newman and wife Bonnie of White Oak, Tx. and Rick Williams and wife Heather of Calhoun, La.; great grand- daughter, Caroline Robertson; great grandsons, Christian Newman and Wilson Williams; step great grandchildren, Chase Osborn, Christina Ladner, Cory Robertson and a host of loving nieces and nephews. Pallbearers will be Sonny Bumgardner, Malcolm Austin, Henry Chriceol, Bobby Wheelis, Benson Hennen, Tommy Comeaux, David Herring and Taylor Sawyer. Honorary Pallbearers will be Percy Nicholls, deacons of Ridge Avenue Baptist Church, LP&L retirees, Charles Holstead and all members of the Fellowship Sunday School class. Visitation will be held from 5:00PM to 8:00PM Monday May 7, 2007 at Kilpatrick Funeral Home in West Monroe, La. Memorials may be made to Ridge Avenue Baptist Church “ I Love My Church” fund. Online condolence may be sent to the family to www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com

Death Notices  for Monday, May 7, 2007 (Not posted on News Star Web Site) compliments of Leona Paulk Hatten.

HAROLD BARMORE SR.  71
RAYVILLE – Harold Barmore, Sr., a retired farmer, died Saturday.   Services are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Rayville.

EDNA MAE BEAVER, 88
Edna Mae Beaver of West Monroe, retired from Sears and Roebuck, died Friday.  Graveside services are 10 a.m. Tuesday at Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home.

GERALD WINTER CLOUTIER, 71
JACKSONVILLE BEACH, FL – Gerald Winter Cloutier, an ag-chemical salesman, died  March 30.  Services are 10 a.m. Tuesday at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, Natchitoches.

BRYCE EUVENE CRUMP, 74
Bryce Euvene Crump, of  West Monroe, a retired tool pusher at ODECO Drilling Co., died Tuesday.  Services are 2 p.m. today at Pentecostals of the Twin Cities under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.  Burial will be in Roselawn Memorial Gardens, Calhoun.

WALTER DE VAUX JR., 56
OPELOUSAS -  Walter De Vaux Jr., a telephone company lineman, died Friday.   Services are 2 p.m. Tuesday at Pine Hill Baptist Church, Urania.  Burial will be in the church cemetery under the direction of Riser Funeral Home, Olla.

ARLENE L. FORSSE, 85
DELHI – Arlene Lindblom Forsse, a homemaker, formerly of Lake Providence, died Sunday.  Services are pending under the direction of Cox Funeral Home, Delhi.

JACK KEAHEY JR., 71
COLUMBIA -  Jack Keahey Jr., owner of Keahey Flying Service, died Friday.  Services are 10 a.m. today at First Baptist Church, Columbia.  Burial will be in Columbia Hill Cemetery under the direction of Riser Funeral Home, Columbia.

FREDDIE JEAN JONES, 75
Freddie Jean Jones, of West Monroe, retired from LSU Extension Services, died Sunday.  Services are incomplete under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

KATIE LATIMER, 85
Katie Latimer, a homemaker, of West Monroe, died Sunday.   Services are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

CHARLES “LINDY” LORD, 76
RAYVILLE -  Charles L. “Lindy” Lord, retired from the Department of Transportation and the Richland Parish School Board, died Friday.  Services are 10 a.m. today at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Rayville.  Burial will be in New Salem Cemetery.

ROBERT E. MCCLAIN, 33
GRAHAM, TX - Robert Edward “Robi” McClain, a surveyor, formerly of Columbia, died Sunday.  Services are incomplete under the direction of Riser Funeral Home, Columbia.

JACK W. WILSON, 80          
Jack W. Wilson, a retired teacher, died Friday.  Graveside services are 10 a.m. today at Twin Cities Memorial Garden Cemetery under the direction Mulhearn Funeral Home,  West Monroe.

May 8, 2007 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

WILLIE R. DOWDY Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Graveside Services for Mr. Willie R. Dowdy, 72, of West Monroe, LA will be 2:00PM Wednesday, May 9, 2007 at Roselawn Memorial Garden Cemetery in Calhoun, LA with Rev. Michi Head officiating, under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home in West Monroe, La. Mr. Dowdy was born on October 28, 1934 in West Monroe, LA and passed away on Sunday, May 6, 2007 at the VA Medical Center in Shreveport, LA. He was a retired Truck Driver for Century Ready Mix. Mr. Dowdy served in the United Stated Army. He was a loving father and grandfather. He was preceded in death by his parents, Connie and Marie Evans Dowdy. Survivors include, daughter, Michele Causey and husband, Chris of West Monroe; Son, Lee Dowdy and wife, Chrystal of Benton, La.; 4 grand children, Kallah Dowdy, Chase Dowdy, Nathan Causey, and Logan Causey; Father-in-law and Mother-in-law, L. C. and Ernestine George of Ruston, La.; numerous nieces and nephews. Pallbearers will be Brandon George, Gerald Hendrix, Rick Causey, Micah Rawls, Chris Brister and John Chennault. Visitation will be from 5:00PM until 9:00PM Tuesday and Wednesday 8:00A.M. until 1:00 P.M. at Mulhearn Funeral Home. Online Registry / Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com

FREDDIE JEAN "MEME" JONES Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mrs. Freddie Jean "MeMe" Jones, 75 of West Monroe, LA will be held at 10:00AM, Wednesday, May 9, 2007 at Peniel Baptist Church, with Rev. Charles Davis and Rev. Milton Pray officiating with interment to follow at Roselawn Memorial Gardens under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Mrs. Jones was born September 8, 1931 in West Monroe, LA and passed away May 6, 2007 in West Monroe, LA. She was an active member of Peniel Baptist Church where she was the teacher of the Hannah Sunday School Class, and also participated in the WMU. Mrs. Jones retired from the L.S.U Extention Service. She was a member of Louisiana Hospice Care Volunteer and a Glenwood Volunteer. Mrs. Jones was preceded in death by her husband, A B Jones, a daughter, Larice "LaLa" Causey, a son, Champ Jones and grandson, Brandon Taylor. Mrs. Jones was survived by her daughters; Jenan Taylor and husband Larry, Terry Harris and husband Kenny; son, Ben Jones and wife Pam; daughter-in-law, Jackie Jones; sister, Gwendolyn Chapman; grandsons; Todd McGrew, Clint McGrew, Landon McGrew, Michael Taylor, Corey Harris, Courtney Harris, Jarrod Jones and Clay Jones; grand daughters; Kayce Creighton, Misty Pohl, and Kristi Jones; and ten great grandchildren. Pallbearers will be Mrs. Jones's grandsons and Joey Creighton and Derek Pohl. Honorary pallbearers will be the deacon's at Peniel Baptist Church. Visitation will be Tuesday from 5:00PM until 9:00PM at Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Mrs. Jones will be remembered as being fun loving, creative and lived life to the fullest. She made everyone who she touched feel special. Mrs. Jones was "one of a kind and truly unique. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com

CHARLENE CADE TRISLER Mulhearn Funeral Home Rayville, LA Services for Mrs. Charlene Cade Trisler, 70, of Start, LA will be 10:00AM Wednesday, May 9, 2007 at Start Baptist Church, with Rev. Jeff Smart and Rev. Bill McCullin officiating. With internment to follow in Stevenson Cemetery Under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home Rayville, LA Mrs. Charlene was born August 13, 1936 in Holly Ridge, LA to the late Charlie and Lela Cade. Mrs. Charlene was also a legal secretary, and she retired from Richardson Medical Center as admissions clerk. She is survived by her loving & devoted husband Aubrey Trisler of Start, LA; five sons, Kersh McIntyre, Jr. and wife Robbin of Opelika, AL;Alan Trisler and wife Toni of Augusta, GA; Greg Trisler of Augusta, GA; Jay Trisler and Janice of Calhoun, LA; Donnie Trisler of Rayville, LA; six grandchildren, Taylor McIntyre, Tori McIntyre, Reagan Trisler, Whitney Trisler, Tarin Trisler & Landon Trisler, all of start, LA; cousins Pat Golliher and wife Dot of Rayville, LA; Jeff Golliher of Monroe, LA; Evelyn Dark and husband Will Ed of West Monroe, LA; Juanita Bizzell of Oklahoma City, OK; Tookie Collom of Rayville, LA; Jimmy Morgan of Rayville, LA; Rose Mulhern of Rayville, LA; Mary Belle Bradshaw of Bishop, TX; Joyce Smith and husband Merrel of St. Martinsville, LA; David Jeffries and wife Betty of Mobile, AL; Butch Jefferies and wife Brownie of Baton Rouge, LA; Maggie Ruth Franks and husband Huey of Rayville, LA and a host of nieces and nephews. Pallbearers will be Andrew Sapp, Paul Sapp, Ralph Holloway, Eric Silk, Eddie Word and Bubba Moore. Honoary Pallbearers are The Sr. Men's Sunday School Class of Start Baptist Church. Visitation will be from 6:00PM-9:00PM Tuesday May 8, 2007 at the funeral home. Online registry / Condolences at www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com.

Harold Barmore Sr. 71
RAYVILLE — Harold Barmore Sr., a retired farmer, died Saturday. Services are 2 p.m. Wednesday at Little Creek Methodist Church, Alto. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. today at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Rayville. Burial will be in Little Creek Methodist Cemetery, Alto.

Wes Bynum Jr., 70
TALLULAH — Wes Bynum Jr., a farmer, died Thursday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville.

Taylor Earl, Infant
ST. JOSEPH — Taylor Earl, infant son of Reshawn Earl, died Friday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Farmerville.

Russell E. Girod, 85
HEBERT — Russell E. Girod, a retired U.S. Department of Agriculture employee and a farmer, died Saturday. Services are 10 a.m. today at Bethany Baptist Church, Hebert. Burial will be in Hebert Cemetery under the direction of Riser Funeral Home, Columbia.

Ora Lee Jones, 78
DELHI — Ora Lee Jones, a homemaker, died Friday. Services are 11 a.m. Wednesday at Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville. Burial will be in St. John Cemetery, Delhi.

Katie Belle Latimer, 85
Katie Belle Latimer of West Monroe, a homemaker, died Sunday. Graveside services are 11 a.m. Wednesday at Twin Cities Memorial Gardens, West Monroe. Visitation is 8:30-10:30 a.m. Wednesday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Joe Nathan Lucas, 60
TALLULAH — Joe Nathan Lucas, died Thursday. Services are 11 a.m. Wednesday at Union Baptist Missionary Baptist Church, Henderson Project. Wake services are 6-7 p.m. today at Beckwith Golden Gate Funeral Home, Tallulah. Burial will be in Henderson Project Cemetery.

Martha I.W. Malcomb, 86
GRAYSON — Martha Inez Walker Malcomb, a homemaker, died Sunday. Services are 10 a.m. today at Riser Funeral Home, Columbia. Burial will be in Welcome Home Cemetery, Grayson.

Dora G. Matheny, 87
BASTROP — Dora Gregory Matheny, a homemaker, died Sunday. Services are 10:30 a.m. Wednesday at Central Church of Christ, Bastrop. Visitation is 5-7 p.m. today at Golden Funeral Home, Bastrop. Burial will be in Memorial Park Cemetery, Bastrop.

Minnie Lee Mathews, 95
JONESBORO — Minnie Lee Mathews, a homemaker, died Monday. Services are 2 p.m. Wednesday at Antioch Community Church, Goldonna. Visitation is 4:30-9 p.m. today at Southern Funeral Home, Jonesboro. Burial will be in Antioch Cemetery.

Robert E. McClain, 33
GRAYSON — Robert Edward "Robi" McClain, a surveyor, died Sunday. Services are 10 a.m. Wednesday at Riser Funeral Home, Columbia. Visitation is 3-9 p.m. today at the funeral home. Burial will be in Cross Roads Cemetery, Grayson.

Kathleen Noble, 80
WINNSBORO — Kathleen Noble, a retired BellSouth Operator, died Sunday. Services are 10 a.m. today at Temple Baptist Church, Winnsboro. Burial will be in Harrisonburg Cemetery under the direction of Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home, Winnsboro.

Sandra K. Corbin Pee, 49
OAK GROVE — Sandra K. Corbin Pee, a homemaker, died Sunday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Cox Funeral Home, Oak Grove.

Benjamin L. Robertson, 56
Benjamin Larry Robertson of West Monroe, a boat captain and truck driver, died Monday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home, Winnsboro.

Boyd L. Spillers, 83
Boyd L. Spillers of West Monroe, an Entergy retiree, died Saturday. Services are 10 a.m. today at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Burial will be in Roselawn Memorial Park, Calhoun.

James W. Strozier Sr., 79
RUSTON — James Wilfred Strozier Sr., a Chevron retiree, died Sunday. Services are 2 p.m. Wednesday, at Owen Memorial Chapel Funeral Home, Ruston. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. today at the funeral home. Burial will be in Wesley Chapel Cemetery, Ruston.

Ray Walton, 88
MER ROUGE — Ray Walton, a farmer, died Sunday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Bastrop.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED
Beaver, Edna Mae: 10 a.m. today, Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery, West Monroe.
Cloutier, Gerald Winter: 10 a.m. today, Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, Natchitoches.
De Vaux Jr., Walter Alan: 2 p.m. today, Pine Hills Baptist Church, Urania.
York, Floyd: 11 a.m. today, King Solomon Baptist Church, Monroe

May 9, 2007 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

HAROLD CHAMBERS BARMORE, SR. Mulhearn Funeral Home, Rayville, LA Funeral services for Harold Chambers Barmore, 71 of Archibald, LA, will be held Wednesday, May 9, 2007 at 2:00PM at Little Creek Methodist Church with the Rev. Howard Childs officiating, and assisted by the Rev. William Ray. Burial will follow at Little Creek Methodist Church Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home of Rayville, LA. Mr. Barmore, a lifelong resident of Archibald, LA, was born August 28, 1935 and passed away May 5,2007 at the Veterans Hospital in Shreveport, LA. He was a graduate of Mangham High School and during the Korean Conflict served in the U.S. Army. He was a retired farmer and truck driver. Harold was a avid hunter at his hunting camp on Filter Bend and loved fishing at his camp on Bayou Louie Rocks. Mr. Barmore is preceded in death by his parents, Thomas Benton Barmore, Sr. and Inez Hill Barmore; his brother, Thomas Benton Barmore, Jr.; two sisters, Bena B. Ward and Frances B. Terry; and his beloved daughter Donna Sue Barmore. He leaves behind his wife, Brenda; daughter, Angela B. Kanehl and her husband,Rayburn of Savannah, GA; son Harold Chambers Barmore, Jr. of Monroe, LA; his sister, Maggie B. Lytle and husband Michael of Mangham, LA, his brothers, Leroy Barmore of Rayville, LA, and Billy Don Barmore and wife Sharon of Mangham, LA; two granddaughters, Haley Lane Kanhel and Kylie Ray Kanhel of Savannah, GA; a host of loving nieces and nephews, and the mother of his children, Helen Curl Moore. Pallbeares will be Jeff Barmore, Kip Jones, Ben Barmore, Kevin Bunch, Derk Munholland, and Bradley Lawson. Honorary Pallbearer will be Bud Chapman. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be to the Little Creek Methodist Church in Archibald, LA or the charity of your choice. Online registry/ Condolences at www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com

D. MARIE TAKEWELL HUMPHREYS Kilpatrick Funeral Home Monroe, Louisiana Funeral services for Mrs. Marie Takewell Humphreys, age 80, will be held at 2:00PM on Thursday, May 10, 2007, at the Chapel of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, 1200 Lamy Lane, Monroe, with Rev. Danny Hawthorne officiating. Interment will follow at Monroe Memorial Park under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home of Monroe. Mrs. Humphreys died peacefully on Tuesday, May 8, 2007, at Christus St. Joseph Nursing Home, where she resided following a debilitating stroke in December, 1998. She fought a long and courageous battle. She was born on December 31, 1926, the youngest child of Nanny Edwards Takewell and Jesse Jird Takewell who predeceased her. She was also preceded in death by her husband of forty-eight years Milford R. Humphreys (1993) and eight brothers and two sisters; most recently her beloved sister, Doris Hammond (2005). Marie was Baptized in 1938 at First Baptist Church of Swartz, Louisiana. In 1957 she became a founding member of Emmanuel Baptist Church of West Monroe where she remained active until her illness. Survivors include her daughter and son-in-law, Pat and Steve Rugg, of Monroe; one son and daughter-in-law, Larry and Janet Humphreys, of EI Dorado Hills, California; three granddaughters, Sherry Thornton of Birmingham, Alabama, Brandie Lynn Humphreys and Amy Marie Humphreys of EI Dorado Hills, California; two great granddaughters, Brooke Marie Thornton and Avery Lynn Thornton; one sister-in-law, Vestal Phelps; several nieces and nephews; one step grandson, Jeff Rugg. The family extends a heartfelt thank you to Christus St. Joseph Home for eight years of special care and to Pat and Herb Hubbard for faithful weekly visits. The services of Hospice Care of Louisiana and the concern and prayers of many friends are also deeply appreciated. Pallbearers will be Earl Takewell, Jr., John Paul Takewell, Mark Thomas, Jeff Rugg, John Thornton, and Herb Hubbard. Honorary pallbearer will be Mitch Thomas. Visitation will be from 12:00 noon until time of service Thursday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home in Monroe. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com.

STANLEY MESERVE MAXWELL Youngs Funeral Home Ferriday, LA Services celebrating the life of Stanley Meserve Maxwell were held Monday May 7, 2007, at 10:00AM at Greenlawn Memorial Park in Natchez. The Rev. Dr. Robert N. Cooper was the celebrant. Mr. Maxwell died May 5 at his home at Manilla Plantation on Lake St. John. He was born March 5, 1914. After graduation from Louisiana State University with a degree in forestry and business administration, he and his bride, Ann Jane Shaw of Bastrop lived for a long time in a log cabin on Manilla where he farmed Manilla and Canebrake Plantations. In his 93 years, Mr. Maxwell saw and reflected many events: He rode steamboats with his father Lyle Maxwell to New Orleans to market cotton. During the flood of 1927, he patrolled the levees on horseback. Mr. Maxwell was employed with International Paper Company the Woodland Division, and was a Farm Bureau agent for 20 years. Dedicated to preservation of wildlife and the environment, he served on the board of the Tensas-Concordia Soil Conservation District. Mr. Maxwell was a graduate of Waterproof High School and Marion Military Institute. While at LSU, he was a member of Sigma Chi fraternity and the Tiger Band. He was a member of Grace Mission Episcopal Church of Waterproof. In a ceremony in the 1930's, Mr. Maxwell, his father Lyle, and brother John were awarded the rank of Eagle Scout in the Boy Scouts of America, the only time in history of the organization that a father and two sons together attained this distinction. Survivors include his wife of 70 years, two daughters, Frances Maxwell Cox of Monroe, and Susan Shaw Maxwell of New Orleans; two grandchildren, Ann Jane Campbell Cox of Dallas and Gary Maxwell Cox and his wife Christy of Monroe; a niece Lillian Shaw Lowewnbaum of Austin; and nephews Edward Driscoll Shaw III of Monroe, John Halstead Maxwell of Tulsa, Barry Lyle Maxwell of Canebrake Plantation and Stephen Lucky Maxwell of Little Rock, AR. The family suggests planned memorials be made to the Boy Scouts of America, Grace Mission Episcopal Church or the American Cancer Society. Young's Funeral Home of Ferriday, directed the services.

REVEREND EDWARD WADE MIXON Southern Funeral Home Winnfield, LA Reverend Edward Wade Mixon, age 91, of Winnfield, passed away Monday, May 7, 2007 at his residence. He was a native of Calvin, Louisiana. Reverend Mixon is the son of the late Moses Leroy Mixon and the late Attie Lee Carson Mixon. He was also preceded in death by his wife: Abbie Perdue Mixon; a daughter Sandra Sue Mixon; three sisters Essie Irene Cloud, Estelle Spearman, and Myrtie James; and one brother Russell Carson Mixon. Reverend Mixon is survived by ten children: Ronald Edward Mixon, Donnie Wayne Mixon, David Earl Mixon, Nathanael Wade Mixon, John Marcus Mixon, James Eugene Mixon, Martha Mixon Massey, Joel Lee Mixon, Paul Dale Mixon, and Priscilla Mixon Fitzgerald; thirty three grandchildren, sixteen great grandchildren; one brother Willard Carl Mixon; and one sister Maudie Lee James. Rev. Mixon was a hardworking father who spent his life here on earth devoted first and foremost to the work of the Lord as a minister of the Gospel in the Apostolic faith. He began preaching the Gospel in 1951 and continued until his passing as pastor of the Apostolic Church of the Lord Jesus Christ in Joyce, Louisiana. After his devotion to the word of the Lord was his devotion to his wife of 54 years until her death in 1998 and to the ten children that they raised together. During World War II, he served in the U. S. Navy in the South Pacific. Funeral services for Rev. Mixon will be held 1:00PM Thursday at Sanders Chapel U.M.C. with Reverend Paul Massey officiating. Burial will follow in the Garden of Memories Cemetery under the direction of Southern Funeral Home of Winnfield. Friends may visit with the family in the funeral home on Wednesday from 5:00 PM. until 9:00PM and on Thursday at the church from 12:00PM until 1:00PM. Grandsons will serve as pallbearers.

Olemuel Ashford Sr., 83
GRAMBLING — Olemuel Ashford Sr., worked in food service, died Friday. Services are 5 p.m. Thursday at Lewis Temple Methodist Church, Grambling. Visitation is 3 p.m. until time of services Thursday at the church. Burial will be in Grambling Memorial Cemetery, Grambling under the direction of Miller Funeral Home, Monroe.

Willie R. Dowdy, 72
Willie R. Dowdy of West Monroe, a retired truck driver, died Sunday. Graveside services are 2 p.m. today at Roselawn Memorial Garden Cemetery, Calhoun under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Taylor Earl, infant
ST. JOSEPH — Taylor Earl, infant son of Reshawn Earl, died Friday. Graveside services are 11 a.m. Thursday at Panola Cemetery, St. Joseph, under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Farmerville.

Danny D. Guice, 53
EPPS — Danny D. Guice, a retired electrician and farmer, died Tuesday. Memorial services are 5 p.m. Thursday at the residence of Dana and Carl Gwin, 513 Highway 17, Epps under the direction of Cox Funeral Home, Delhi.

Freddie Jean Jones, 75
Freddie Jean Jones of West Monroe, retired from LSU Extension Service, died Sunday. Services are 10 a.m. today at Peniel Baptist Church, West Monroe. Burial will be in Roselawn Memorial Gardens, Calhoun under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Stanley K. McDaniel, 50
CHOUDRANT — Stanley Kelly McDaniel died Saturday. Graveside services are 2 p.m. Thursday at Resthaven Cemetery, El Dorado, Ark. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. today at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Sandra K. Corbin Pee, 49
OAK GROVE — Sandra Kaye Corbin Pee, a homemaker, died Sunday. Services are 2 p.m. Thursday at Cox Funeral Home, Oak Grove. Burial will be in Oak Grove Cemetery, Oak Grove.

Floyd Pratt Jr., 57
Floyd Pratt Jr. of Monroe, a custodian, died Friday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at Peter Rock Baptist Church, Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens Cemetery, Monroe under the direction of Hester Central State Funeral Home, Monroe.

Benjamin Robertson, 56
Benjamin Larry Robertson, of Monroe, a boat captain and truck driver, died Monday. Services are 11 a.m. Thursday at Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home, Winnsboro. Visitation is 5-9 p.m. today at the funeral home. Burial will be in South Central Cemetery, Wisner.

Brenda W. Segura, 51
Brenda Wallace Segura, of West Monroe, a salesperson, died Monday. Services are 10 a.m. Thursday at Miller Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Providence Memorial Cemetery, New Orleans.

Arbetta Sims, 92
SPEARSVILLE — Arbetta Sims, a homemaker, died Wednesday. Services are noon today at Fellowship Baptist Church, Spearsville. Burial will be in Pleasant Grove Cemetery, Downsville under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Farmerville.

Charlene Cade Trisler, 70
START — Charlene Cade Trisler, a retired admissions clerk at Richardson Medical Center, died Sunday. Services are 10 a.m. today at Start Baptist Church. Burial will be in Stevenson Cemetery near Rayville under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Rayville.

Ray Walton, 88
MER ROUGE — Ray Walton, a farmer, died Sunday. Services are noon Friday at William Drive Church of God, Bastrop. Visitation is 6-7 p.m. Thursday at Tennant Funeral Home, Bastrop. Burial will be in Jerusalem Cemetery, Mer Rouge.

Dertha D. Williams, 66
Dertha Dennis Williams, of Monroe, a laundry presser, died Wednesday. Services are 1 p.m. Friday at New St. James Baptist Church, Monroe. Visitation is 6-7 p.m. Thursday at Hester Central State Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens Cemetery, Monroe.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED
Barmore, Harold Sr.: 2 p.m. today, Little Creek Methodist Church, Alto.
Jones, Ora Lee: 11 a.m. today, Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville.
Latimer, Katie Belle: 11 a.m. today, Twin Cities Memorial Gardens, West Monroe.
Lucas, Joe Nathan: 11 a.m. today, Union Baptist Missionary Church, Henderson.
Matheny, Dora G.: 10:30 a.m. today, Central Church of Christ, Bastrop.
Mathews, Minnie Lee: 2 p.m. today, Antioch Community Church, Goldonna.
McClain, Robert E.: 10 a.m. today, Riser Funeral Home, Columbia.
Strozier, James W. Sr.: 2 p.m. today, Owen Memorial Chapel Funeral Home, Ruston

May 10, 2007 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

MRS. EDDIE LEA BRUNT Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road, Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mrs. Eddie Lea Brunt, 90, of Monroe, will be held at 10:00 AM Friday, May 11, 2007, in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe, with Rev. Danny McIlveene officiating. Interment will be in Stonewall Cemetery in Ethel, MS under the direction of Stringer Family Funeral Service of Crystal Springs, MS. Mrs. Brunt passed away Wednesday, May 9, 2007. She loved to travel and work with the Retired Senior Volunteer Program. She really loved family reunions. She was preceded in death by her husband Thomas David Brunt, Sr. Survivors include her son, Tommy Brunt and wife Judy of Monroe, LA; grandson, David Brunt, III and wife Amy of Crystal Springs, MS; granddaughters, Kathy Porter and husband Mike, and Vicki Williamson and husband Rodney, all of West Monroe, LA; great-grandchildren, Ashlie Porter, Madison Porter, and Shelbi Williamson, all of West Monroe, LA, David Brunt, IV, Alexandra Brunt, Levi Brunt, and Eliza Brunt, all of Crystal Springs, MS; and special friend, Mattie Higgins of Monroe, LA. Pallbearers will be Danny Brunt, Derry Brunt, Sam Brunt, Kevin Brunt, Raymond Brunt, and Tony Brooks. Visitation will be Thursday from 5:00PM until 7:00PM at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com

MORGAN L. FILHIOL Calvary Hill Funeral Home Dallas, TX Morgan L. Filhiol, passed away April 24, 2007. Morgan was born April 25, 1982 in Dallas, Texas and was an honorably discharged veteran of the U. S. Air Force. Morgan was a parishioner at St Monica Catholic Church, where he had served as an alter server Morgan was a graduate of Bishop Dunne High School. He is survived by parents, Mark and Virginia Filhiol; sisters, Gina & Monica; maternal grandmother,Juliana Landa all of Dallas, TX; paternal grandparents, John H. & Georgia Filhiol of Monroe, LA; and many aunts, uncles, cousins and other family members. Funeral mass was celebrated on Friday, April 27, 2007 at St. Monica Catholic Church in Dallas, TX. Rite of interment followed at 2:30P.M. at DFW Veterans Cemetery with full military honors. Morgan was a direct descendent of Jean Baptiste (Don Juan) Filhiol, founder of Monroe. The family request that memorials be made to St. Vincent de Paul Community Pharmacy, 502 Grammont Street, Monroe, LA 71201.

LALIA PALMER MANUEL Bailey Mortuary West Monroe/Springhill, LA Funeral Services for Lalia Palmer Manuel, age 92, will be held at 2:00PM Saturday, May 12, 2007 in the Springhill United Methodist Church with Rev. Burton Blair officiating and eulogies given by Ashley Winn Tonore and Tommy Barnard. Burial will follow in the Springhill Cemetery under the direction of Bailey Mortuary, Springhill, LA. Visitation will be held at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe, from 6:00PM to 8:00PM on Friday and from 10 to 12:00PM Saturday at Bailey Mortuary, Springhill. Mrs. Manuel, a resident of West Monroe and former resident of Springhill, passed away Monday, May 7, 2007. She was born January 1, 1915 in Colquitt, LA to C.V. and Idell Shackelford Palmer. She was the co-owner of Palmer —Manuel Five and Ten Cent Variety Store, Manuel Dress Shop, L. Manuel Construction Co., Holiday Motel, and A&H Rentals in Springhill. She was a former member of the Springhill Civic Club, Ladies Roux Club, the American Legion Auxiliary, Ladies Alter Society of Sacred Heart Catholic Church, and the Springhill United Methodist Church. She is survived by one daughter, Harryette Manuel Winn and husband Raymond of West Monroe; one son, Anthony Manuel and wife Mary of Springhill; grandchildren, Matthew Winn of New York, NY, Adam Manuel of Pleasant Hill, LA, Ashley Winn Tonore and husband Gerald of Monroe, Kelly Manuel and Mike Morales of Shreveport, LA, and Cody Manuel and wife Shelly of Springhill; brother, C.V. Palmer, Jr. and wife Norma of Summerfield,LA; sisters-in-law, Betty Palmer of Homer, LA, Barbara Manuel of Eunice, LA; and numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband, Liverty Anthony "Frenchie" Manuel; sisters, Virginia Hudnall and Audrey Blanchard; and brother, W.C. "Billy" Palmer. Pallbearers will be James Blanchard, Kerry Hudnall, Jim Palmer, Robert Garland, Richard Johnson, Tom Sanders and Gerald Tonore. The Family wishes to extend a sincere thanks to her longtime caregivers, Joyce Walker, Tasha Owens, Nathaline Cole, Archie Williams, the Patient's Choice Hospice Staff, Dr. Leslie Coffman and Dr. Warren Daniel of West Monroe for their love and care over the many years. In lieu of flowers memorial may be made to the Springhill Medical Center Foundation, 2001 Doctors Drive, Springhill, LA 71075.

MRS. FLORIS JACKSON RAYNER Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mrs. Floris Jackson Rayner, 49, of West Monroe, LA will be held at 1:00PM, Saturday, May 12, 2007, at Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA with Rev. Robert Hearn officiating with interment to follow at Luna Assembly of God Cemetery under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Mrs. Rayner was born February 13, 1958 in Stafford, Virginia and passed away May 9, 2007 in West Monroe, LA. She was preceded in death by her father, Aaron Kulp and a son, Jamie Wilson. Mrs. Rayner enjoyed working with handicap children and she loved being with her family. Mrs. Rayner was survived by her husband, Darryl Rayner Sr.; mother Gladys Wilson and husband Lynn; daughters, Candace Wilson and Barbara Wilson; step-children; D.J. Rayner Jr. and wife Kimberly, Eric Rayner and wife Amity and Casey Rayner; brothers, Aaron Kulp, Richard Kulp and Earl Kulp; sister, Tammy West and husband Frank and 7 grandchildren. Visitation will be Thursday and Friday from 5:00PM until 8:00PM at Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com.

Rocky L. Anderson, 44
Rocky Lamar Anderson of Monroe, a laborer and martial arts instructor, died Thursday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Lighthouse Church, Sunnyside Drive, Monroe. Visitation is 1-6 p.m. Friday at McFarland Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Cemetery, Monroe.

Elvie C. Blount, 70
Elvie C. Blount of Monroe, a homemaker, died Friday. Services are noon Saturday at Philadelphia Baptist Church, Crowville. Visitation is 1-5 p.m. Friday at Richardson Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in church cemetery, Crowville.

Wes Bynum Jr., 70
TALLULAH — Wes Bynum Jr., a farmer, died Thursday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Traveler's Rest Baptist Church, Tallulah. Family viewing is at 2 p.m. Friday and visitation is 6-7 p.m. Friday at St. Matthews AME Church, Tallulah. Burial will be in Maryland Cemetery, Tallulah under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville.

Paten Carter Sr., 73
NEWELLTON — Paten Carter Sr., a farmer, died Thursday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Newellton Chapel Baptist Church, Newellton. Burial will be in Point Pleasant Cemetery, Homer, under the direction of Richardson Funeral Home, Winnsboro.

Beaulah Ellis, 93
DUBACH — Beaulah Ellis, a homemaker, died Wednesday. Services are 2 p.m. Friday at Mount Pleasant Baptist Church, Lisbon. Visitation is 2-5 p.m. at McFarland Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in the church cemetery.

John Alton Flucas, 62
HOUSTON — John Alton Flucas, a security guard, died Friday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at Saint John Baptist Church, Homer. Visitation is 6-7 p.m. Friday at King's Funeral Home, Homer. Burial will be in church cemetery.

Margaret L. Green, 74
ONALASKA, Texas — Margaret L. Green, formerly of Sicily Island, a registered nurse, died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home, Winnsboro.

Thomas Ed Griffith, 70
Thomas Ed Griffith of West Monroe, an Entergy retiree, died Tuesday. Memorial services will be held at a later date.

Roy Thomas Hendrix, 70
Roy Thomas Hendrix of West Monroe, a retired car dealer, died Tuesday. Services are 2 p.m. Friday at Living Way Apostolic Church, West Monroe. Visitation is 6-8 p.m. today at the church. Burial will be in New Hope Cemetery, Choudrant, under the direction of Mortuary Services of Louisiana, Shreveport.

Marie T. Humphreys, 80
Marie Takewell Humphreys of Monroe, a homemaker, died Tuesday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Monroe. Visitation is noon until service time today at the funeral home. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery, Monroe.

Anna Belle Nixon, 88
WINNSBORO — Anna Belle Nixon, a secretary, died Wednesday. Services are 10 a.m. Friday at the First Presbyterian Church, Winnsboro. Visitation is 5-9 p.m. today at Gill First National Funeral Home, Winnsboro. Burial will be in Harrisonburg Cemetery, Harrisonburg.

Floyd Pratt Jr., 56
Floyd Pratt Jr. of Monroe, a custodian, died Friday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at Peter Rock Baptist Church, Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Garden Cemetery, Monroe, under the direction of Hester Central State Funeral Home, Monroe.

Ida M. Smith, 82
Ida M. Smith of Monroe, a homemaker, died Thursday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at King Solomon Baptist Church, Monroe. Visitation is 1-6 p.m. Friday at Richardson Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens Cemetery, Monroe.

Michael Blake Tucker, 23
WINNSBORO — Michael Blake Tucker, a college student, died Tuesday. Services are 10 a.m. Saturday at First United Methodist Church, Winnsboro. Visitation is 6-8 p.m. Friday at Gill First National Funeral Home, Winnsboro. Burial will be in Myrtle Memorial Cemetery, Winnsboro.

Ruth P. Walker, 89
RAYVILLE — Ruth P. Walker, a homemaker, died Tuesday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Pleasant Grove No. 1, Rayville. Visitation is 6-7 p.m. Friday at Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville. Burial will be in church cemetery.

Bertha D. Williams, 66
Bertha Dennis Williams, of Monroe, a laundry presser, died Wednesday. Services are 1 p.m. Friday at New St. James Baptist Church, Monroe. Visitation is 6-7 p.m. today at Hester Central State Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED
Ashford, Olemuel Sr.: 5 p.m. today, Lewis Temple Methodist Church, Grambling.
Earl, Taylor: 11 a.m. today, Panola Cemetery, St. Joseph.
Guice, Danny D.: 5 p.m. today, 513 Highway 17, Epps.
McDaniel, Stanley K.: 2 p.m. today, Resthaven Cemetery, El Dorado, Ark.
Corbin, Sandra K.: 2 p.m. today, Cox Funeral Home, Oak Grove.
Pratt, Floyd Jr.: 1 p.m. Saturday, Peter Rock Baptist Church, Monroe.
Robertson, Benjamin: 11 a.m. today, Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home, Winnsboro.
Segura Brenda W.: 10 a.m. today, Miller Funeral Home, Monroe.
Walton, Ray: noon Friday, William Drive Church of God, Bastrop.
Williams, Bertha D.: 1 p.m. Friday, New St. James Baptist Church, Monroe

May 11 , 2007 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

JO CLAIR HARMON HOGG Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road, Monroe, LA Jo Clair Harmon Hogg left this earth to be with her Heavenly Father on May 10, 2007. She passed away peacefully at home after a long, courageous battle with lung cancer. She never lost her joy for life and sense of humor that her friends and family always enjoyed. Jo Clair was born in North Little Rock, AR on November 1, 1937. She has been a resident of Monroe since 1968. Her greatest love on this earth was her husband of fifty years, her children, and her grandchildren. She loved attending her grandchildren's events and celebrations. Traveling with her husband was a great joy of hers. After devoting her life to raising her children, Jo Clair then embarked on a career with H&R Block for twenty-two years. She was an active member of Lea Joyner Memorial United Methodist Church where she served as a greeter and an usher. She was preceded in death by her parents, John and Fay Harmon of North Little Rock, AR. She is survived by her husband of fifty years, Donald Hogg; her son, Michael Hogg and wife Vicki; her daughter, Shaundra Rushing and husband Keith; grandchildren, Christopher Rushing, Kevin Rushing, Katherine Rushing, Jonathan Hogg, and Jolee Hogg all of Monroe, LA; nieces, Marsha Hogg McSwain of TX, and Linda Hogg Mandell of FL; and numerous friends. The family would like to thank People's Choice Hospice Staff, and all her doctors for all their care and concern. Funeral services will be held Saturday, May 12, 2007, at 10:00AM at Lea JoynerMemorial United Methodist Church. Visitation will be Friday from 5:00PM until 8:00PM at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. The family requests that memorials be made to the American Cancer Society and the American Diabetes Association. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com

JULIUS EUGENE "GENE" SPATAFORA Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road, Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mr. Julius Eugene "Gene" Spatafora, 85, of Monroe, will be held at 10:00AM Saturday, May 12, 2007, at St. Matthew Catholic Church with Rev. Joseph Puthuppally and Msgr. Edmund Moore officiating. Interment will follow in St. Matthew Catholic Church Mausoleum under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Mr. Spatafora was born on December 20, 1921 and passed away on May 9, 2007 in Monroe, LA. He was the son of Italian immigrants Joseph and Concetta Spatafora of Caccamo, Sicily. He was a member of St. Matthew Catholic Church for eighty-five years. He was the recipient of the Bishop's Distinguished Service Award in recognition of fifty years of service to his church. He was a pharmacist for sixty-two years, past owner of Spats Rexall Drugs, and a member of the Fifth District Pharmaceutical Association. Mr. Spatafora received the Grant-Collens Award in 2003 for his contributions to the pharmacy profession. Mr. Spatafora was a decorated veteran of World War II and the Korean War where he served as a First Lieutenant and a combat medic. He was also a member of the Downtown Lions Club, former Tale Twister of the club, and recipient of the Lion of the Century Award. Mr. Spatafora is survived by his wife of fifty-eight years, Billie Aucoin Spatafora; his seven children, Laure Derr and husband Jacque, Connie Milam and husband Tommy, Dr. Robert Spatafora and wife Lisa, Terri Hedgepeth and husband Jim, Julie Duty and husband David, Dr. Joseph Spatafora and wife Elizabeth, and Barbie Landwehr and husband Ken; seventeen grandchildren, Jean Bushong, Jamie Gonzales, Jacque Derr, Tommie Milam, Karen Milam, Delle Fontenot, Sarah Spatafora, Leah Blackmon, Will Spatafora, Kyle Spatafora, Leigh Hermann, Billy Hedgepeth, Laura Horton, Ben Duty, Anna Spatafora, Gioia Spatafora, and Nicholas Spatafora; six great grandchildren, Cole Derr, Sean Derr, Evan Fontenot, Aidan Holloway, Christopher Hermann, and Claire Hermann. Pallbearers will be Bill Cooper, Donald Spatafora, Fred Spatafora, George Carso, Dr. Charles Sampognaro, and J. D. Cascio. Honorary pallbearers will be George French, Bob Bell, John Savage, Jack Rutledge, Charles Baker, and members of the Monroe Downtown Lions Club. Visitation will be Friday from 5:00PM until 8:00PM and a vigil wake service at 6:30PM at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Gene Spatafora will be remembered as a fun loving man who enjoyed spending time with his family, sitting at the drugstore, and watching the racehorses run. "Spat" was a "one of a kind" who touched the lives of many people. He spent his life serving his God-Deo, his family-famiglia, and his country-patria. Memorials may be sent to St. Matthew Catholic Church Community Center Fund, St. Jude Children's Research Hospital in Memphis, TN, or to the charity of choice. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com

MICHAEL BLAKE TUCKER Gill First National Funeral Home Winnsboro, LA Blake Tucker died in a tragic auto accident Tuesday, May 8, 2007 in Baton Rouge. He was 23. He was attending LSU and would have graduated May 18th, majoring in finance. He touched many hearts with his indefatigable energy and wit. He was a superb high school athlete at 6' 4 and over 200 pounds. He received numerous honors including District Most Valuable Player Award in both basketball and baseball. He was All-State in both sports, also. He accomplished so much despite battling juvenile diabetes since the age 13. Blake's greatest love, other than sports, was guitar. His favorite band was Metallica and could play all of their songs note for note. He is survived by his parents Mike and Donna Tucker of Winnsboro; four sisters Anna Beth Whittington and husband Robert of Baton Rouge, Dr. Mindy Williams of Shreveport, Kristie McFarland and husband Tim of Shreveport, and Dr,. Dawn Pennebaker and husband Rodney of West Monroe; grand-parents Dacky Tucker of Winnsboro and D. G. "Lucky" Barnes of Crowville . Preceding him in death were maternal grandmother Andre Barnes and paternal grandfather Lt. John R. Tucker. He also leaves behind special friend, Diana Wolffe. Pallbearers will be Anthony and Austin Warner, Daniel Leonard, Dr. Chuck Bowie, James McLemore, Dr. Jay Busby, Shawn Robinson, and Tyler Mercer. Visitation will be 6:00PM-8:00PM Friday, May 11 at Gill First National Funeral Home in Winnsboro. Services will be held at First United Methodist Church, Saturday, 10:00AM with Rev. Hank Hamilton officiating. Memorial can be made to Juvenile Diabetes ResearchFoundation International, 120 Wall Street, 19th Floor, New York, NY 10005. To sign guestbook or view video tribute online, visit www.gillfirstnational.com

IN MEMORY OF JACK WAYNE BYROM III May 11, 2005 Death leaves a heartache no one can heal Love leaves a memory no one can steal. Mom, Micheal and Kelsie

Idonia Anderson, 86
Idonia Anderson of Monroe, a homemaker, died May 3. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at Smith Funeral Home, Monroe. Visitation is 1-6 p.m. today at the funeral home. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens, Monroe.

Hazel Jean Asad, 45
TALLULAH — Hazel Jean Asad died Friday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at New Light Missionary Baptist Church, Tallulah. Wake services are 6-7 p.m. today at Beckwith Golden Gate Funeral Home, Tallulah. Burial will be in Oakwood Cemetery, Tallulah.

Eddie Lea Brunt, 90
Eddie Lea Brunt of Monroe, a homemaker, died Wednesday. Services are 10 a.m. today at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Burial will be in Stonewall Cemetery, Ethel, Miss.

George Howard Cook, 61
QUITMAN — George Howard Cook died Wednesday. Services are 10 a.m. today at Sweetwater Baptist Church, Quitman. Burial will be in Sweetwater Cemetery, Quitman under the direction of Edmonds Funeral Home, Jonesboro.

Sarah Fox, 84
MONTGOMERY — Sarah Fox, a bookkeeper, died Wednesday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Zion Hill Baptist Church, Tannehill under the direction of Edmonds Funeral Home, Jonesboro.

Margaret L. Green, 74
ONALASKA, Texas — Margaret L. Green formerly of Sicily Island, a retired registered nurse, died Tuesday. Services are 10 a.m. Saturday at New Hope Pentecostal Church, Sicily Island. Visitation is 5-9 p.m. today at the church. Burial will be in New Pine Hill Cemetery, Sicily Island under the direction of Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home, Winnsboro.

Baby Girl Jenson, Infant
LAKE PROVIDENCE — Baby Girl Jenson, infant daughter of Erica Jenson, died Thursday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of McFarland Funeral Home, Tallulah.

Lalia Palmer Manuel, 92
Lalia Palmer Manuel of West Monroe, formerly of Springhill, co-owner of Holiday Motel and L. Manuel Construction, died Monday. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at Springhill United Methodist Church, Springhill. Visitation is 6-8 p.m. today at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe and 10 a.m.-12 p.m. Saturday at Bailey Mortuary in Springhill. Burial will be in
Springhill Cemetery, Springhill.

Aliene R. Nugent, 69
URANIA — Aliene Robinson Nugent, a homemaker, died Wednesday. Services are 1 p.m. today at Riser Funeral Home, Olla. Visitation is 8 a.m. until time of services at the funeral home. Burial will be in Urania Cemetery.

Marjorie Adell Otwell, 67
RUSTON — Marjorie Adell Otwell, a retired store owner, died Monday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Ruston.

Patricia Page, 67
Patricia Page of Monroe, a homemaker, died Monday. Services are 1 p.m. Tuesday at Refuge Healing, Monroe. Visitation is 1-5 p.m. Monday at Smith Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Riverview Cemetery, South Grand, Monroe.

Mildred Pate, 83
RUSTON — Mildred Pate, a retired CNA, died Monday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Ruston.

Floris Jackson Rayner, 49
Floris Jackson Rayner of West Monroe, a homemaker, died Wednesday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Burial will be in Luna Assembly of God Church Cemetery.

Joyee 'Jo' Roberts, 62
VIDALIA — Joyee "Jo" Roberts died Wednesday. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at Sycamore Baptist Church, Vidalia. Visitation is 5-9 p.m. today at the church. Burial will be in Natchez City Cemetery under the direction of Young's Funeral Home, Ferriday.

Larry Southern, 49
MANGHAM — Larry Southern, a gin worker, died Thursday. Graveside services are 10 a.m. Saturday at Gwin Cemetery, Mangham. Visitation is 6-8 p.m. today at Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Rayville.

Ann Stevenson-Osborne, 75
GRAMBLING — Ann Stevenson-Osborne died Tuesday. Services are 11 a.m. Tuesday at Mount Zion Baptist Church, Grambling. Visitation is 6-7 p.m. Monday at King's Funeral Home, Ruston. Burial will be in Grambling Memorial Garden Cemetery, Grambling.

Iva A. Walker, 104
RAYVILLE — Iva A. Walker, a homemaker, died Wednesday. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. today at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Rayville. Further arrangements are incomplete

May 12, 2007 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

LARRY KEITH SOUTHERN Brown - Holley Funeral Home Rayville, LA Graveside services for Larry Keith Southern, 49, of Mangham, LA will be held 10:00AM, Saturday, May 12, 2007 at Gwin Cemetery in Mangham, LA. under the direction of Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Rayville. Rev. Johnny Smith will be officiating the service. Larry Southern was born on August 30, 1957 and passed away on Thursday, May 10, 2007. Larry was preceded in death by his Father, R.C. Southern, Grandparents, Ed and Annie Tarver and Chester and Ruby Southern. Survivors include his Mother, Margie Tarver of Mangham, LA; Sisters, Patricia Miller and husband, Jerry of Mangham, LA, Kim Kenly and husband, Rory of Rayville, LA; Special Friends, Joyce Smith of Mangham, LA, Bubba Bell of Mangham, LA, Darwin Jones of Mangham, LA, James Natt of Mangham, LA, Louis Montgomery of Mangham, LA and a host of aunts, uncles, cousins, several nieces and nephews and many friends. To leave condolences for the family go to www.brownholleyfuneralhomes.com

Margaret Barnes, 96
OAK GROVE — Margaret Barnes, a homemaker, died Friday. Services are 10 a.m. Monday at Cox Funeral Home, Oak Grove. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Oak Grove Cemetery, Oak Grove.

Kenneth C. Case, 81
Kenneth C. Case of West Monroe, retired KNOE news broadcaster, died Thursday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Evelyn M. Ferringer, 75
Evelyn Mangham Ferringer of West Monroe, a retired teacher, died Friday. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Sunday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Further arrangements are incomplete.

Farmer Goins Sr., 89
Farmer Goins Sr. of Monroe, a farmer, died Wednesday. Services are 11 a.m. today at Pleasant Green Baptist Church, Richwood. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Cemetery, Monroe, under the direction of Hester Central State Funeral Home, Monroe.

Cleotha Harris, 65
TALLULAH — Cleotha Harris died Thursday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Beckwith Golden Gate Funeral Home, Tallulah.

Evelon Haynes, 65
Evelon Haynes of West Monroe, a retired Ouachita Parish schoolteacher, died Friday. Services are 10:30 a.m. Monday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Visitation is 6-9 p.m. Sunday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Burial will be in New Chapel Hill Cemetery, West Monroe.

Jo Clair Harmon Hogg, 69
Jo Clair Harmon Hogg of Monroe, retired from H&R Block, died Thursday. Services are 10 a.m. today at Lea Joyner Memorial United Methodist Church under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe.

Dellareece King, 44
Dellareece King of Monroe, a nurse, died Friday. Funeral arrangements are incomplete at Funerals by McFarland, Monroe.

Julius E. Spatafora, 85
Julius Eugene "Gene" Spatafora of Monroe, a retired pharmacist, died Wednesday. Services are 10 a.m. today at St. Matthew Catholic Church, Monroe. Burial will be in church mausoleum under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe.

Magnolia Vantley, 92
Magnolia Vantley of Monroe, a homemaker, died Wednesday. Services are 11 a.m. Wednesday at Mount Arrack Baptist Church, Monroe. Visitation is 1-5 p.m. Tuesday at Miller Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens, Monroe

May 13, 2007 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

EVELYN MANGHAM FERRINGER Mulhearn Funeral Home IN LOVING MEMORY OF Sterlington Road, Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mrs. Evelyn Mangham Ferringer, 75, of West Monroe, LA, will be held at 10:00AM Monday, May 14, 2007, in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe, with Rev. Warren Eckhardt officiating. Interment will follow in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery. Mrs. Ferringer passed away Friday, May 11, 2007. Survivors include her husband of fifty-four years, Jay Ferringer, Jr.; daughter, Margaret Ferringer Reitzell and husband Marshall Stevan Reitzell of West Monroe; son, Charles Walter Ferringer and wife Mary Lindemann Ferringer of Beaver, PA; grandchildren, Marshall Jay Reitzell of West Monroe, Skyler Gabrielle Ferringer and Samuel Tobias Ferringer, both of Beaver, PA, and Stevan McCain Reitzell and wife Leah Smith Reitzell of Monroe; great grandson, Noah McLean Reitzell of Monroe; brother, Rev. Walter Gayle Mangham, Jr. of Rayville; and special cousin, Dorothy Bynum Hoyem and husband Retired Lt. Col. Sylvan Donald Hoyem of Monroe. Pallbearers will be Sylvan Donald Hoyem , Marshall Stevan Reitzell, Marshall Jay Reitzell, Stevan McCain Reitzell, and Patrick Donald Hoyem. Visitation will be Sunday from 5:00PM until 8:00PM at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Memorials may be made to the Louisiana Baptist Children's Home. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneral home.com Today is a very special time to let a mother know she is always treasured in the hearts of those who love her so....

MAHALIA FOY Sadly missed, Tynirsha, Joe Jr., Lorenzo Anthony, Rodney, Joseph and Felton

MRS. EVELON HAYNES Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mrs. Evelon Haynes, 65, of West Monroe, will be at 10:30AM on Monday, May 14, 2007, in the Chapel of Kilpatrick Funeral Home of West Monroe with Rev. Charles Dupree and Rev. Earl Williams officiating. Interment will follow in New Chapel Hill Baptist Church Cemetery under the direction of the Kilpatrick Funeral Home of West Monroe. Mrs. Haynes was born November 30, 1941, in Oak Grove, LA, and passed away on May 11, 2007, in West Monroe, LA. A graduate of NLU, she was a retired middle school teacher with30 years of service. She loved teaching children and even in her retirement she enjoyed visiting with former students. Mrs. Haynes was an active member of the New Chapel Hill Baptist Church where she worked in the children's programs and the WMU. She was preceded in death by her parents, Herald and Allene Jones Rodgers, and by her sister, Pamela Rodgers. She is survived by her beloved husband, Charles Haynes; her daughter, Christie Haynes Neville; 2 sisters, Dianne Kirkpatrick and Sandra Bamburg; brother, Harry L. Rodgers; and her grandson, Logan Neville. Pallbearers are Glen Stevens, Charles L., Billy, Jack, Wayne, and Roy Jones. Visitation is Sunday evening, May 13, 2007, from 6:00PM to 9:00PM at the Kilpatrick Funeral Home of West Monroe. Please make memorial contributions to the New Chapel Hill Baptist Church Building Fund. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneral homes.com

NATALIE BENTZ LENARD MAY 13,1976 - MAY 19, 1997 We all miss your bubbly personality & beautiful smile. Your in my thoughts each day & in our hearts forever. Love Mom & Family

CHARLENE HUGHES MURPHY 7/23/33 - 6/18/06

"NOVIE LEE MURDIS" On mothers day If tears could build a stairway, and memories a lane. We'd walk right up to Heaven and bring you home again. Our "Mentor" we love you mama you meant so much to us your Children, Grandchildren, Great Grandchildren and so many others. We miss you so much, those who knew you.

NANA Shoulders like boulders, heart of a lion, love of a mother bear. -Oh to look and see you anywhere. If only we knew our time with you would be what we considered to short and to few. We never realized we had the advantage that it would take all of us to do what just you could manage. You work for angels now and it is your calling but still we know you will not tolerate any of us falling. We wait for the day we can see your sweet face to feel your warmth and loving embrace. For now, we carry on in memory of your name and grace. In Loving Memory of Mrs. Caroline Pinkston (Nana) 1933-2006

FLORENCE PARKER Edmonds Funeral Home Jonesboro, LA Funeral services for Florence Erskins Parker will be held on May 14, 2007, at 11A.M. at Friendship Baptist Church in Sikes, LA. Visitation will be held on May 13, 2007 from 5:00PM to 7:00PM at Edmonds Funeral Home in Jonesboro. Interment will follow in the Friendship Church cemetery. She was born on February 10, 1920, Mrs. Parker was 87. Mrs. Parker is survived by two daughters; JoAnn Brinson and husband Bobby Clyde of Hodge, LA., Patricia Carnahan and husband Doug of Larkspur, CO., and one son; Mervin Gene Parker and wife Freda of Ruston, LA. Nine grandchildren; Teresa Miles, Connie Rogers, Bobby Brinson Jr., Angie Chandler, Trent Parker, Liz Cavazo, Jeff Parker, Kelly Bauer and Laura Carnahan.Thirteen great grandchildren and two great-great grandchildren. Mrs. Parker was preceded in death by her husband; Alvis Parker, one son; Douglas Parker and one great-granddaughter; Sheila Miles.

Elizabeth Dunckelman, 84
Elizabeth Dunckelman of Monroe, co-owner of Dunckelman Interiors, died Saturday. Funeral arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home in Monroe.

Annie Jewell Harvey, 92
TALLULAH — Annie Jewell Harvey, a homemaker, died Friday. The funeral is at 10 a.m. Tuesday at First Baptist Church. Visitation is from 5-7 p.m. Monday at Crothers-Glenwood Funeral Home, Tallulah. Burial is in Silver Cross Cemetery.

Florence E. Parker, 87
SIKES — Florence Erskins Parker, a homemaker, died Friday. The funeral is at 11 a.m. Monday at Friendship Baptist Church in Sikes. Visitation is 5-7 p.m. today at Edmonds Funeral Home in Jonesboro. Burial is in the church cemetery.

Joseph Dalton Smith, 22
FARMERVILLE — Joseph Dalton Smith, an oil field worker, died Saturday. Funeral arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home of Farmerville.

Iva A. Walker, 104
HOLLY RIDGE — Iva A. Walker, a homemaker, died Wednesday. The funeral is at 10 a.m. Monday. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. today at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Rayville. Burial is in Rayville Masonic Cemetery.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED
Barnes, Margaret: 10 a.m. Monday, Cox Funeral Home, Oak Grove.
Haynes, Evelon: 10:30 a.m. Monday, Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.
Page, Patricia: 1 p.m. Tuesday, Refuge Healing, Monroe.
Stevenson-Osborne, Ann: 11 a.m. Tuesday, Mount Zion Baptist Church, Grambling.
Vantley, Magnolia: 11 a.m. Wednesday, Mount Arrack Baptist Church, Monroe

May 14, 2007 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

MR. KENNETH C. CASE Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral Services for Mr. Kenneth C. Case, 81, of West Monroe, LA will be held at 11:00AM Tuesday May 15, 2007 at the Grace Episcopal Church in Monroe, LA with Ft. Gregg Riley officiating. Graveside Services will be held at 11:00AM Wednesday at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens in Haughton, LA under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Mr. Case was born on June 14, 1925 and passed away on Thursday May 10, 2007. He was born in Omaha, NE. Mr. Case was preceded in death by his parents and one brother. He served honorably in the Air Force in WWII and was a highly regarded newsman, both in Nebraska and in Louisiana. When he first started in radio, he and Johnny Carson were a team in radio in Omaha. Locally, Mr. Case will be remembered for his many years with KNOE-TV, as a news anchor, weatherman and as The Southern Angler. This show was a great favorite of both old and young fishing enthusiasts. He is survived by his wife of nearly fifty years, Frances Clinton Case; six children, Mike Case of Carson, NV, Connie Case Barton and husband Jerry of Studio City, CA, Cindy Case of Golden, CO, Craig Case and wife Tami of Bluffton, SC, Barry Case and wife Stella of Elizabeth, CO and Susan Case Liggin and husband Samuel, Sr. of West Monroe, LA; eight grandchildren and two great grandchildren; one sister, Helen Howe of San Marco, CA and many friends. Pallbearers will be Bobby Lee, Samuel Liggin Jr, Angelo Danna, Red Holley, John Smith and Donnie Patrick. Honorary Pallbearers will be Donald J. Wood, John Ripley, Dick Matoon and the staff of KNOE-TV. Visitation will be from 5:00PM until 8:00PM Monday at Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorials be made to the Grace Episcopal Church or the charity of your choice. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com

MRS. DOROTHY E. GEORGE Kilpatrick Funeral Home home West Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mrs. Dorothy E. George, 83, of West Monroe, will be held at 1:00PM on Tuesday, May 15, 2007, in the Chapel of the Kilpatrick Funeral Home of West Monroe with Rev. Johnny Hankins officiating Interment will follow in the Twin Cities Memorial Gardens in West Monroe under the direction of the Kilpatrick Funeral Home of West Monroe. Born September 16, 1923, in Olla, AR, she passed away May 13, 2007, in Monroe, LA. A daycare provider for many years, Mrs. George was preceded in death by her husband, John L. George, a grandson, Keith Beaver, and a great grandson, Claude Durbyn, Jr. Survivors include a son, Johnny George of Monroe; 3 daughters, Darla Beaver and husband, Clyde, and Cynthia Cady and husband, Carl, all of West Monroe, and Janice Brunson and husband, Dan, of Quitman; 9 grandchildren, Jeffrey Croft, Karen and Marcie Durbyn, Michael and Randall Lancaster, Billy Beaver, Paul and Brad Cady, and Nicole Burlington; 22 great grandchildren; and 2 great great grandchildren. Visitation is Monday evening, May 14, 2007, from 5:00PM to 8:00PM at the Kilpatrick Funeral Home of West Monroe. Mrs. George's grandsons will serve as pallbearers. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhome.com

MR. MARION "DUTCH" WATT Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mr. Marion "Dutch" Watt, 77, of West Monroe, will be at 10:00AM on Tuesday, May 15, 2007, in the Chapel of Kilpatrick Funeral Home of West Monroe with Rev. Wesley Pittman officiating. Interment will follow in Hewitt Cemetery in Mangham, LA, under the direction of the Kilpatrick Funeral Home of West Monroe. Mr. Watt was born June 15, 1929, in Hamburg, AR and passed away on May 12, 2007, in West Monroe, LA. He is survived by his wife of 56 years, Louise Watt, 3 sons: Louis Watt, Charles Watt, and Danny Watt, 8 grandchildren, and 7 great grandchildren. Pallbearers are William McIntosh, Chris McCarter, Victor Cox, Brian William, Don Cox, and Velton Cox. Visitation is Monday , May 14, 2007, from 5:00PM to 8:00PM at the Kilpatrick Funeral Home of West Monroe. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhome.com

Beatrice Mayes Corley, 88
QUITMAN — Beatrice Mayes Corley, a retired bag mill catcher, died Sunday. Services are 10 a.m. Tuesday at Quitman Baptist Church. Burial will be in Gayla Traina Cemetery, Jonesboro. Visitation is 4-9 p.m. today at Edmonds Funeral Home, Jonesboro.

Jim Crenshaw, 71
ROGERS, Ark. — Jim Crenshaw, formerly of Jones, died Friday. Services are 2 p.m. Tuesday at Bonita Baptist Church, Bonita, under the direction of Cox Funeral Home, Oak Grove. Burial will be in La-Ark Cemetery, Jones. Visitation is 2-9 p.m. today and 9 a.m. until service at the church.

Elizabeth Dunckelman, 82
Elizabeth Bozeman Dunckelman, of Monroe, co-owner of Dunckelman Interiors, died Saturday. Graveside service is 2 p.m. Tuesday at Forest Lawn Cemetery, Alexandria, under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Monroe.

Jerry Allen Graves, 72
KILBOURNE — Jerry Allen Graves, a maintenance worker at Eudora Garment, died Sunday. Services are 2 p.m. Tuesday at First United Pentecostal Church, Kilbourne, under the direction of Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Oak Grove.

Evelyn M. Ferringer, 75
Evelyn Mangham Ferringer, of West Monroe, a retired teacher, died Friday. Services are 10 a.m. today at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery.

Irma Herndon, 53
TALLULAH — Irma Herndon died Sunday. Services are incomplete under the direction of Beckwith Golden Gate Funeral Home, Tallulah.

E.F. 'Frank' Nolan, 84
E.F. "Frank" Nolan, of Monroe, a retired business owner, died Sunday. Services are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Monroe.

Mary E. Ramsey, 87
JONESBORO — Mary E. Ramsey, a homemaker, died Saturday. Services are 2 p.m. Tuesday at Edmonds Funeral Home, Jonesboro. Burial will be in Ebenezer Cemetery, Jonesboro. Visitation is 4-9 p.m. today at the funeral home.

Iva A. Walker, 104
HOLLY RIDGE — Iva A. Walker, a homemaker, died Wednesday. The funeral is 10 a.m. today at Holly Ridge Baptist Church. Burial will be in Rayville Masonic Cemetery.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED
Barnes, Margaret: 10 a.m. today, Cox Funeral Home, Oak Grove.
Harvey, Annie Jewell: 10 a.m. Tuesday, First Baptist Church, Tallulah.
Haynes, Evelon: 10:30 a.m. today, Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.
Page, Patricia: 1 p.m. Tuesday, Refuge Healing, Monroe.
Parker, Florence E.: 11 a.m. today, Friendship Baptist Church, Sikes.
Stevenson-Osborne, Ann: 11 a.m. Tuesday, Mount Zion Baptist Church, Grambling.
Vantley, Magnolia: 11 a.m. Wednesday, Mount Arrack Baptist Church, Monroe

May 15 , 2007 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

MRS. RUTHIE MAE BROWN Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Rd. Monroe, LA Funeral service for Mrs. Ruthie Mae Brown, 78, of Monroe, LA, will be held at 10:00AM Tuesday, May 15, 2007, in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Rd. Monroe with Rev. Tommy McMurray officiating. Interment will follow in Hall Cemetery. Mrs. Brown passed away on May 14, 2007, at St. Joseph's Nursing Home. She was preceded in death by her son, Henderson Brown; and husband, Clay Henderson Brown. Survivors include her sons, John Brown, Benjamin Brown, Charlie Brown, Floyd Brown, and Curtis Brown; daughters, Florence Guimbellott, Ruth Purdy, Elouise Lingfelt, and J.J. "Beulah" Murry; step daughter, Robbie Jean Byno; seventeen grandchildren; and twenty one great grandchildren. Pallbearers will be her grandchildren. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com

HAZEL COTTEN CHILTON Riser Funeral Home Columbia, LA Services for Hazel Mae Cotton Chilton, age 85 of Clarks will be held at 10:00AM, Tuesday, May 15, 2007 from the Clarks United Pentecostal Church in Clarks with Rev. Gary Thomas, Rev. Wesley Manning and Rev. Louis Magee officiating. Interment will follow in the Welcome Home Cemetery in Grayson. Mrs. Chilton was born on January 7, 1922 in Chatham to the union of George W. and Timmie Mayfield Cotten and died Saturday, May 12, 2007 at her daughter's residence in Leesville after an extended illness. She was preceded in death by her parents,her husband of twenty-six years: Harper H. Chilton, her sister: Mildred Whittington, her brothers-in-law: Lacy Whittington and Clifford Allen and her great-grandchildren: Brendon Connally and Dustin Clemons-Connally. Hazel grew up in Clarks and was employed by LA Central Lumber Co. After marriage she and Harper moved to the State of California where they reared their family. She loved the outdoors and was an avid deep sea fisher. She returned to Louisiana in 1964 and moved to Clarks in 1970. She was a gracious Christian lady and loved her church and church family of the Clarks United Pentecostal Church. She served as a Sunday School teacher, church hostess and was a very active member of the Ladies Auxiliary. Her church was her life. During her illness she resided in Leesville, LA and faithfully attended the First United Pentecostal Church of Leesville when her health permitted. She was cheerful and fun loving and enjoyed people, flower gardening and sewing. She sewed many, many beautiful items that she sold for her church. She is also known for her baking abilities and good deeds. Survivors include her son: Michael W. Chilton and his wife: Donna of Monroe, her daughters: Delaine Littleton of Leesville and Suzanne Magee and her husband; Louis of Slagle, La, her sister: Bronice Allen of Clarks, ten grandchildren, twenty-five great-grandchildren and one, great-great-grandchild. Pallbearers will be her grandsons: Ricky Connally, Kevin Connally, Kyle Connally, David Magee, Darrin Magee and Damon Magee.

STACY B. HEARD Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe A celebration of the life of Stacy B. Heard will be at 10:00AM on Wednesday, May 16, 2007 in the Chapel of the Kilpatrick Funeral Home of West Monroe with Rev. Daniel Hawthorne officiating. Burial will follow in Twin Cities Memorial Gardens under the direction of the Kilpatrick Funeral Home of West Monroe. Stacy was born on September 21, 1924 in Poznon, Poland, and at the young age of 83, slipped peacefully away from this life into the next on Saturday, May 12, 2007 in West Monroe. At the age of seven years, she and her mother Rosalie Banasek, and her brothers Edward, Matthew, and Henry came to the United States through Ellis Island where they joined Stacy's beloved father Stanley Banasek in New Britain, Conneticut. As a child growing up in Connecticut, Stacy was an excellent student, graduating with honors from New Britain High School. She was an avid ice skater, her role model being the classic ice skater, Sonja Henny. At the age of 22, Stacy left New Britain for Tokyo, Japan, where she worked for Pratt and Whitney Airlines. She also worked under the direction of General McArthur in the foreign affairs department. It was in Tokyo that she met and married her husband, the late Loy K. Heard. They were married for fifty-two years before Loy passed away in February of 2001. Stacy spent over forty years in West Monroe, where she raised four children, and was active in her church and civic organizations. In 1990 she and Loy moved to Naples, Florida to enjoy their retirement in the sunshine state. Her favorite pastime in Naples was relaxing in the sunshine on the patio reading a great book, and watching Rusty, her beloved dachshund chase insects in the grass. Her proudest accomplishments were her four children, Loy,Hillary, Marcia and Brian, who she loved with all her heart. Anyone who met Stacy immediately loved her. Her kind and compassionate nature, her sense of fairness and justice, and her sharp mind and quick wit made her popular with those who knew her. She was always positive, always optimistic. Her favorite saying was, "You never know what wonderful thing each day may bring." Stacy was preceded in death by her husband, Loy K. Heard, her parents Stanley and Rosalie Banasek, and her brothers Eddie and Matthew Banasek. She is survived by her children, Loy Heard of West Monroe, Hillary Kasbarian and husband, Charlie, of Richardson, Texas, Marcia Spillers of Austin, Texas, and Brian Heard and wife, Paige, of Cedar Park, Texas, and a brother, Henry Banasek of New Britain, CT. She is also survived by her five beloved grandchildren, Melissa Heard, Christy Kasbarian, Michael Kasbarian, Jackson Heard, and Jake Heard. Pallbearers will be family and friends. Visitation will be at Kilpatrick Funeral Home of West Monroe on Tuesday, May 15, from 5:00PM to 8:00PM. "Slow me down, God, when I am in a hurry and you are not. Help me walk with you, not ahead of you. Teach me to plant the seed and leave the harvest to you." We love you Mom - always and forever. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com.

FREDRICK DELTON HUTSON, JR. Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mr. Frederick Delton Hutson Jr., 80 of West Monroe, LA will be held at 2:00PM, Wednesday May 16, 2007 at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, with Rev. David Eddy Shoemaker officiating. Interment to follow at Hasley Cemetery West Monroe, LA under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Mr. Hutson was born October 16, 1926 in West Monroe, LA and passed away May 13, 2007 in West Monroe, LA after a long battle with cancer. He was retired from Manville Paper Company after 36 years of service. Mr. Hutson is survived by his wife of 59 years, Louise Cameron Hutson; 2 sons, Frederick Hutson III and wife Linda, David Hutson and wife Sheila; 3 grandchildren, Keith, Holly and Katie; 1 sister, Gertrude Horrell; brother, George Reynolds and wife JoAnn. Visitation will be Tuesday from 5:00PM until 8:00PM at Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com.

E. F. (FRANK) NOLAN Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road, Monroe, LA Mr. E. F. (Frank) Nolan, a retired businessman, passed away Sunday, May 13, 2007, at his home. Born in Cave Springs, GA on February 18, 1923, he lived in Monroe since 1956. He helped locally found Gibson's which later became Howard Brothers Discount Stores. He was a member of First Presbyterian Church, and a U. S. Navy veteran of WWII, serving in the submarine division. Survivors include his devoted wife of sixty-three years, Mary; son, Dr. Mike Nolan and wife Rhelda; daughter, Nancy Thompson and husband David of Houston, TX; grandchildren, Michael and Monique Nolan, Emory Nolan, Russell Nolan, Katherine and Dustin Henderson, Allison and Zack Mize, and Holly Thompson; and great grandchildren, Will, Dillon, Sinclair, and Emery. A family service will be held Tuesday, May 15, 2007, officiated by family friend David Burkett. A visitation will follow at 5:00PM Tuesday at the home of Mike and Rhelda Nolan, 3701 Bayside Circle, Monroe. In lieu of flowers please donate to your favorite charity. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com

JOSEPH DALTON SMITH Kilpatrick Funeral Home Farmerville, LA Funeral services for Joseph Dalton Smith 22, of Farmerville, LA will be held at 2:00PM Wednesday, May 16, 2007 at Kilpatrick Funeral Home Chapel in Farmerville LA. Officiating will be Rev. Gary Canterbury. Interment will follow at Mt. Tabor Cemetery in Farmerville, LA. under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home of Farmerville. Joseph was born on February 14, 1985 in Shreveport, LA. He passed away on May 12, 2007 in Panola, TX, from injuries sustained from an automobile accident. He was a member of Crestview Baptist Church in Farmerville, LA. He is preceded in death by his grandparents; Jimmie and Gladys Ray, and Dalton and Novie Smith. He is survived by his daughter, Alissa Isabel Smith, Fiance', Michelle Crain of Farmerville, LA; parents, Gail and J.D. Smith of Farmerville, LA; brothers, Jimmy Smith, Jr. and wife Stephanie of Marion, LA; Johnny Smith of Farmerville, LA; mother-in-law Diane Crain and father-in-law Rusty of Farmerville, LA; brother—in-law Michael Crain and sister-in-law Crystal of Farmerville, LA; Michelle's grandpa that Joseph called Paw Jones, 2 nieces Jade Smith and Kaylynn Crain, nephew, Hunter Crain, many aunts, uncles, and cousins along with lots of friends. Daddy, I really didn't know you very well but I know you held me. But when I get older moma will show me all the pictures of you and tell me all kinds of stories about you. Daddy, I love you and I will see you soon, me and moma will be up there with you one day and we can share our stories together, I Love you and moma does to, Love Alissa Isabel Smith. Pallbearers will be Michael Crain, Shane Boggs, Greg Templeton, Jay Aquilar, Shannon Dumas and Mark Bearden. Honorary Pallbearers will be Justin Williams, Chris Patton, Mark Crabtree and David Sonier. Visitation will be held from 5:00PM to 8:00PM Tuesday, May 15, 2007 at Kilpatrick Funeral Home. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com

Bernice J. Brewer, 87
SMITHDALE, Miss. — Bernice J. Brewer, a homemaker, died Saturday. Services are at 2 p.m. today at Ebenezer Methodist Church, Smithdale, Miss. Burial will be in Ebenezer Cemetery under the direction of Young's Funeral Home, Ferriday.

Ruthie Mae Brown, 78
Ruthie Mae Brown of Monroe, a painter, died Monday. Services are at 10 a.m. today at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Burial will be in Hall Cemetery, near Alto.

Kenneth C. Case, 81
Kenneth C. Case of West Monroe, a retired news broadcaster, died Thursday. Services are at 11 a.m. today at Grace Episcopal Church, Monroe. Visitation is from 10 a.m. until service time at the church. Burial will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens Mausoleum, Haughton, under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Hazel Cotton Chilton, 85
CLARKS — Hazel Mae Cotton Chilton, a homemaker, died Saturday. Services are 10 a.m. today at Clarks United Pentecostal Church, Clarks. Burial will be in Welcome Home Cemetery, Grayson, under the direction of Riser Funeral Home, Columbia.

Eura Drummer, 73
FERRIDAY — Eura Drummer died Monday. Services are 10 a.m. Wednesday at Young's Funeral Home, Ferriday. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. today with Rosary at 7:30 p.m. at the funeral home.

Dorothy E. George, 83
Dorothy E. George of West Monroe, a caregiver, died Sunday. Services are 1 p.m. today at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Burial will be in Twin Cities Memorial Gardens, West Monroe.

Jerry Allen Graves, 72
KILBOURNE — Jerry Allen Graves, a Eudora Garment maintenance worker, died Sunday. Services are 2 p.m. today at First United Pentecostal Church, Kilbourne, under the direction of Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Oak Grove.

Lucille Logan, 83
BASTROP — Lucille Logan, a homemaker, died Monday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Farmerville.

Raychelle L. McClain, 17
FERRIDAY — Raychelle Lee McClain, a student, died Saturday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville.

E.F. 'Frank' Nolan, 84
E.F. "Frank" Nolan, of Monroe, a retired business owner, died Sunday. Services are private. Visitation is 5 p.m. today at the home of Dr. Mike and Rhelda Nolan, 3701 Bayside Circle, Monroe. Mulhearn Funeral Home, Monroe, is in charge of arrangements.

Joe Norris, 86
FARMERVILLE — Joe Norris, an aircraft laborer, died Friday. Graveside services are 1 p.m. Wednesday at Farmerville City Cemetery, Farmerville. Visitation is 4-6 p.m. today at Tennant Funeral Home, Farmerville.

Margarette M. Parks, 80
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — Margarette M. Parks, retired Security Life Insurance employee, died Thursday. Graveside services are 11 a.m. Wednesday at Memorial Park Cemetery, Bastrop, under the direction of Golden Funeral Home, Bastrop.

Darrell D. Pilgram, 52
POLLOCK — Darrell D. Pilgram, formerly of West Monroe, a construction painter, died Saturday. Services will be at a later date under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Marylon Ray, 73
BASTROP — Marylon Ray, a homemaker, died Sunday. Services are 2 p.m. Wednesday at Golden Funeral Home, Bastrop. Visitation is 5-9 p.m. today at the funeral home. Burial will be in Mer Rouge Cemetery, Mer Rouge.

Elaine G. Scriber, 92
FORT WALTON BEACH, Fla. — Elaine G. Scriber, formerly of Winnsboro, a homemaker, died Saturday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Winnsboro.

Lorene C.B. Smith, 93
RUSTON — Lorene Chandler Berryman Smith, a housewife, died Monday. Services are 2 p.m. Wednesday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Ruston. Visitation is 1 p.m. Wednesday until service time at the funeral home. Burial will be in Forest Lawn Cemetery, Ruston.

Gaydene Thornton, 48
WINNSBORO — Gaydene Thornton, a homemaker, died Monday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Winnsboro.

Marion 'Dutch' Watt, 77
Marion "Dutch" Watt of West Monroe, retired from forestry, died Sunday. Services are 10 a.m. today at Hewitt Cemetery, Mangham, under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Iberia Williams, 63
Iberia Williams of Monroe, a nurse, died May 8. Services are 11 a.m. today at New Light Baptist Church, Monroe. Burial will be in Trousdale Cemetery, Collinston, under the direction of Miller Funeral Home, Monroe.

Steven Dee Wood, 56
Steven Dee Wood of Monroe, a hotel manager, died Sunday. Graveside services are 10 a.m. Wednesday at New Forest Cemetery, Forest, under the direction of Cox Funeral Home, Oak Grove.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED
Corley, Beatrice Mayes: 10 a.m. today, Quitman Baptist Church, Quitman.
Crenshaw, Jim: 2 p.m. today, Bonita Baptist Church, Bonita.
Dunckelman, Elizabeth: 2 p.m. today, Forest Lawn Cemetery, Alexandria.
Graves, Jerry Allen: 2 p.m. today, United Pentecostal Church, Kilbourne.
Harvey, Annie Jewell: 10 a.m. today, First Baptist Church, Tallulah.
Page, Patricia: 1 p.m. today, Refuge Healing, Monroe.
Ramsey, Mary E.: 2 p.m. today, Edmonds Funeral Home, Jonesboro.
Stevenson-Osborne, Ann: 11 a.m. today, Mount Zion Baptist Church, Grambling.
Vantley, Magnolia: 11 a.m. Wednesday, Mount Arrack Baptist Church, Monroe

May 16 , 2007 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

JIMMY D. BERRY, SR. Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road, Monroe, LA Graveside services for Mr. Jimmy D. Berry, Sr., 69, of Marion, LA, will be held at 2:00PM Thursday, May 17, 2007, at Liberty Cemetery in Linville, LA with Mr. Ray Anding officiating under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Mr. Berry passed away Monday, May 14, 2007 at St. Francis Specialty Hospital. He began his career at age 16 in the oil and gas industry with Chevron in South Louisiana. In the early 70's he became an independent oil and gas operator in Union and Morehouse Parishes. He was preceded in death by parents, Trelle O. Berry and Mary Scharf Smith. Survivors include his wife, Ruby Berry; children, Terrie Lynn Darby and husband Richard, Jimmy Berry, Jr. and wife Cheryl, Darren M. Berry and wife Patricia, all of Marion, LA; step children, Toby Liner and wife Robin of Monroe, LA, Kim Moomau and husband Jeff of Calhoun, LA, and Vicki Harroun and husband Jim of Calhoun, LA; eleven grandchildren, and four great grandchildren. Pallbearers will be Shane Darby, Jamey Berry, Casey Berry, Jeremy Berry, Jeromy Pruitt, Virgil Brantley, Marvin McKinnie, Peyton McKinnie, Donnie Thrash, Toby Liner, Jim Harroun, and Jeff Moomau. Honorary pallbearers will be Don Park and Jimmy Perry. Visitation will be Wednesday from 5:00PM until 7:00PM at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Memorials may be made to the Louisiana Baptist Children's Home. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com

DOROTHY VIRGINIA COX Golden Funeral Home Bastrop, LA Graveside services for Dorothy Virginia Cox, age 83, of Bastrop, LA will be held at 4:30PM Wednesday, May 16, 2007 at Christ Church Cemetery with Rev. Mark Benge officiating. Mrs. Cox, a member of First United Methodist Church, was born August 31, 1923 and passed away May 14, 2007 at Hickory Manor Nursing Home. She will be remembered as a loving mother and grandmother. Mrs. Cox was preceded in death by her husband, W.C. "Sam" Cox and son, Don Edward Cox. Survivors include her son: Gary C. Cox; nephew: Harold Campbell; four grandchildren: Ann Jane Campbell Cox, Gary Maxwell Cox, Kimberly Anne Cox and Don Edward Cox. Honorary pallbearers will be Walter Moore, Robert D. Coston, Gary M. Cox, Larry Rogers, Don Shlosman, David Talley, Phil Carpenter and H.B. Barnette, Jr. Visitation will be held from 3:30PM until 4:00PM Wednesday at Golden Funeral Home. Memorial contributions may be made to First United Methodist Church, 222 S. Washington St., Bastrop, La. 71220

GLORIA JEAN DOUGLAS Riser Funeral Home Olla, LA Services for Gloria Fitzgerald Douglas, age 74 of Urania will be held at 1:00PM Thursday, May 17, 2007 from the First Baptist Church in Urania with Rev. Eddie Thompson and Rev. Curtis Thornton officiating. Interment will follow in the Old Bethel Cemetery west of Clarks under the direction of Riser Funeral Home of Olla, LA Mrs. Douglas was born on September 13, 1932 in Clarks to the union of L.D .and Fleda Watson Fitzgerald and died Monday, May 14, 2007 at St Francis Cabrinia Medical Center in Alexandria. She was a homemaker. She was very civic minded and worked very diligently for the Town of Urania. She was loved and respected by everyone who her. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband: James Lamar Douglas, two brothers and two sisters. Survivors include her sons: Jimmy Douglas of Urania, James Douglas and his wife: Mickie of West Monroe, her daughters and sons-in-law: Sallie Ruth and Richard Scott of Newark, Ohio, Barbara and Lester Francis of Jena, Judi and W.L. Beavers of Pollock, her brothers: Watson Fitzgerald and Bobby Gene Fitzgerald both of Clarks and Waitzel Fitzgerald of Ft. Bragg, CA, her sister: Julia Scribner of Grayson, thirteen grandchildren, eighteen great-grandchildren and three great-great-grandchildren. Pallbearers will be Gary Wilson, Lamar Gaspard, Larry Estis, Steve Tannehill, Greg Scott and Gary Nailor. Visitation will be Wednesday from 4:00PM until 9:00PM and Thursday from 9:00AM until time of services at First Baptist Church of Urania.

STACY B. HEARD Kilpatrick Funeral Home of West Monroe A celebration of the life of Stacy B. Heard will be at 10:00AM on Wednesday, May 16, 2007 in the Chapel of the Kilpatrick Funeral Home of West Monroe with Rev. Daniel Hawthorne officiating. Burial will follow in Twin Cities Memorial Gardens under the direction of the Kilpatrick Funeral Home of West Monroe. Stacy was born on September 21, 1924 in Poznon, Poland, and at the young age of 83, slipped peacefully away from this life into the next on Saturday, May 12, 2007 in West Monroe. At the age of seven years, she and her mother Rosalie Banasek, and her brothers Edward, Matthew, and Henry came to the United States through Ellis Island where they joined Stacy's beloved father Stanley Banasek in New Britain, Conneticut. As a child growing up in Connecticut, Stacy was an excellent student, graduating with honors from New Britain High School. She was an avid ice skater, her role model being the classic ice skater, Sonja Henny. At the age of 22, Stacy left New Britain for Tokyo, Japan, where she worked for Pratt and Whitney Airlines. She also worked under the direction of General McArthur in the foreign affairs department. It was in Tokyo that she met and married her husband, the late Loy K. Heard. They were married for fifty-two years before Loy passed away in February of 2001. Stacy spent over forty years in West Monroe, where she raised four children, and was active in her church and civic organizations. In 1990 she and Loy moved to Naples, Florida to enjoy their retirement in the sunshine state. Her favorite pastime in Naples was relaxing in the sunshine on the patio reading a great book, and watching Rusty, her beloved dachshund chase insects in the grass. Her proudest accomplishments were her four children, Loy, Hillary, Marcia and Brian, who she loved with all her heart. Anyone who met Stacy immediately loved her. Her kind and compassionate nature, her sense of fairness and justice, and her sharp mind and quick wit made her popular with those who knew her. She was always positive, always optimistic. Her favorite saying was, "You never know what wonderful thing each day may bring." Stacy was preceded in death by her husband, Loy K. Heard, her parents Stanley and Rosalie Banasek, and her brothers Eddie and Matthew Banasek. She is survived by her children, Loy Heard of West Monroe, Hillary Kasbarian and husband, Charlie, of Richardson, Texas, Marcia Spillers of Austin, Texas, and Brian Heard and wife, Paige, of Cedar Park, Texas, and a brother, Henry Banasek of New Britain, CT. She is also survived by her five beloved grandchildren, Melissa Heard, Christy Kasbarian, Michael Kasbarian, Jackson Heard, and Jake Heard. Pallbearers will be family and friends. "Slow me down, God, when I am in a hurry and you are not. Help me walk with you, not ahead of you. Teach me to plant the seed and leave the harvest to you." We love you Mom - always and forever. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhome.com

MR. LOUIS C. MCQUEEN Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mr. Louis C. McQueen, 82 of West Monroe, LA will be held at 2:00PM Thursday May 17, 2002 in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA with Rev. Charles Dupree officiating. Interment will follow in the Twin Cities Memorial Gardens in West Monroe, LA. Mr. McQueen was born on September 26, 1924 and died on May 15, 2007. L.C. or "Mac" along with his siblings were raised in the Louisiana Baptist Children's Home in Monroe, LA. Mr. McQueen served in the U.S. Army Air Corp during WWII. Louis and his wife Elaine were owners and operators of McQueen's Diesel Injection Service in West Monroe, LA from 1968 until 1998. He was a member of the New Chapel Hill Baptist Church. Mr. McQueen is preceded in death by his wife Elaine McGee McQueen; parents Gus Scott and Mary Elizabeth Williams McQueen; brothers William Henry "Dopey" McQueen and David Norman McQueen. Mr. McQueen is survived by his son, John Calvin McQueen and wife Beckie; daughter, Karen McQueen Collins; granddaughter, Kathryn Elizabeth McQueen and grandsons Micky Cannon and Tommy Perkins. Pallbearers will be Tommy Perkins, Micky Cannon, Jim McGee, Jimmy Coulter, Jimbo Perkins, and Dennis Glennon. Honorary Pallbearers will be Herman Moore, Thomas Wilder, Irvin Sills, and Ewell Camp. Visitation will be from 5:00PM until 8:00PM Wednesday May 16, 2007 at Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to the Louisiana Baptist Children's Home or to the Alzheimer's Association. Online Registry/Condolences www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com

ELAINE WALDEN SCRIBER Mulhearn Funeral Home Winnsboro, LA Services for Mrs. Elaine Walden Scriber of Fort Walton Beach, FL, formerly of Winnsboro, LA will be at 2:00PM Thursday, May 17, 2007 in the Chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home of Winnsboro with Dr. Harry Boyd officiating. Interment will follow in Old Winnsboro Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home of Winnsboro. Mrs. Scriber was a graduate of Winnsboro High School and LA College. She was a teacher in the Franklin Parish School System for a number of years and then 28 years in Baton Rouge. She was also a member of Alpha Delta Kappa Teaching Sorority. Survivors include: Daughter: Cheryl Alice Scriber Mulhearn of Fort Walton Beach, FL, Sisters-in-Law: Mary Virginia Scriber and Joy Scriber, both of Winnsboro, LA. Pallbearers will be Mike Reynolds, John Little, and Ray Scriber. Visitation will be from 5:00PM to 8:00PM Wednesday evening at Mulhearn Funeral Home in Winnsboro. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com

Eura M. Drummer, 72
FERRIDAY — Eura M. Drummer, a homemaker, died Monday. Services are 10 a.m. today at Young's Funeral Home, Ferriday. Burial will be in Natchez City Cemetery, Natchez, Miss.

Lottie Harris, 83
KILGORE, Texas — Lottie "Coleman" Harris, formerly of Simsboro, a homemaker, died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Ruston.

Pearlene Hayes, 91
FARMERVILLE — Pearlene Hayes, a homemaker, died Saturday. Services are 11 a.m. Thursday at Beulah Baptist Church, Farmerville. Burial will be in Farmerville City Cemetery under the direction of Miller Funeral Home, Monroe.

Stacy Heard, 83
Stacy Heard, of West Monroe, homemaker, died Saturday. Services 10 a.m. today at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Burial will be in Twin Cities Memorial Gardens under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Fredrick D. Hutson Jr., 80
Fredrick D. Hutson Jr., of West Monroe, a paper mill retiree, died Sunday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Burial will be in Hasley Cemetery, West Monroe.

Marilyn Beth LaBorde, 64
MONTEREY — Marilyn Beth Flaherty LaBorde, a homemaker, died Monday. Services are 2 p.m. Thursday at New Era Baptist Church, New Era. Visitation is 5 p.m. until time of service at the church. Burial will be in church cemetery under the direction of Comer Funeral Home, Ferriday.

Herman Lee Jr., 55
Herman Lee Jr., of Monroe, a plant supervisor, died May 8. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Miller Funeral Home, Monroe. Visitation is 1-7 p.m. with family time 6-7 p.m. Friday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens Cemetery, Monroe.

Rev. James Lipscomb, 92
RUSTON — The Rev. James Lipscomb, a retired Presbyterian minister, died Monday. Services are 10 a.m. Friday at John Knox Presbyterian Church, Ruston. Visitation is 5-7 p.m. Thursday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Ruston. Burial will be in Pines Memorial Cemetery, Ruston.

W. L. 'Dub' McDaniel, 81
GILBERT — W.L. "Dub" McDaniel, a retired fireman, died Monday. Services are 10 a.m. Thursday at Turkey Creek Baptist Church, Gilbert. Visitation is 6-9 p.m. Wednesday at the church. Burial will be in Providence Memorial Cemetery under the direction of Gill First National Funeral Home, Winnsboro.

Lucille Neal, 94
COLUMBIA — Lucille Neal, a domestic engineer, died May 7. Services are 1 p.m. Thursday at Brownville Baptist Church, Columbia. Visitation is 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Thursday at the church. Burial will be in church cemetery under the direction of Miller Funeral Home, Monroe.

Haven Promise, infant
LAKE PROVIDENCE — Haven Promise, infant daughter of Erica Jenson and Ralph Promise, died Thursday. Graveside services are 11:30 a.m. today at China Grove Baptist Church Cemetery, Lake Providence, under the direction of Funerals by McFarland, Monroe.

Joseph Dalton Smith, 22
FARMERVILLE — Joseph Dalton Smith, an oil derrick hand, died Saturday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Farmerville. Burial will be in Mount Tabor Cemetery near Bernice.

Larry Glynn Smith, 64
DODSON — Larry Glynn Smith, a retail store owner, died Tuesday. Services are 1 p.m. Thursday at First Baptist Church, Jonesboro. Visitation is 6-8 p.m. today at Southern Funeral Home, Jonesboro. Burial will be in Zion Hill Baptist Church, Tannehill.

Christine Williams, 92
Christine Williams of Monroe, a homemaker, died Saturday. Services are 1 p.m. Thursday at Zion Springs Baptist Church, Monroe. Visitation is 5-6 p.m. today at Miller Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens Cemetery, Monroe.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED
Drummer, Eura: 10 a.m. today, Young's Funeral Home, Ferriday.
Norris, Joe: 1 p.m. today, Farmerville City Cemetery, Farmerville.
Parks, Margarette M.: 11 a.m. today, Memorial Park Cemetery, Bastrop.
Ray, Marylon: 2 p.m. today, Golden Funeral Home, Bastrop.
Smith, Lorene C.B.: 2 p.m. today, Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Ruston.
Vantley, Magnolia: 11 a.m. today, Mount Arrack Baptist Church, Monroe.
Wood, Steven Dee: 10 a.m. today, New Forest Cemetery, Forest

May 17, 2007 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

EVERETT VICTOR "VIC" CLAYTON " Vic" Clayton passed from this life early on the morning of May 1, 2007. He had been in a comatose state since November 2006, from an automobile accident. Vic was well known in the Franklin Parish area as a business man and crop duster for many years. It was the wishes of Vic Clayton that there be no funeral or memorial service at his death. He had donated his body to science, and only wanted to be remembered for his faith and service to God. Vic Clayton was a veteran of WWII, having served in the American Merchant Marine from 1941 to 1945. He has flown most of the planes and helicopters used in combat and transport at that time and since. His witness was that he had done just about everything that could be done during his life. He came to Franklin Parish in 1973, and began a crop dusting business. He retired in 1988, and lived near Gilbert up to his death. Vic Clayton was known as a hard man, but he gave his life to Jesus some 25 years ago, this hard man became a man of love and compassion. His heart's desire was to see souls won to the Kingdom of God. In 1990, he was licensed as a Minister of the Gospel of Jesus Christ. He served God through jail ministries, preaching, teaching, writing Christian articles for publication, and sharing the Good News of Jesus , God's Holy Word. Only our Father in Heaven knows how many lives this devot-ed Man of God touched for the Kingdom of God. His final request was not to honor the man calleed Vic Clayton- but to give all the glory to Jesus. He is with Jesus now, and will be forevermore.

JAMES W. LIPSCOMB Kilpatrick Funeral Home Ruston, LA Funeral services for the Rev. James W. Lipscomb, 92, of Ruston, LA, will be held at 10 a.m. Friday, May 18, at the John Knox Presbyterian Church of Ruston with the Rev. John Allen Bankson officiating. Interment will follow in Pines Memorial Cemetery in Ruston. Mr. Lipscomb was born on February 8, 1915, in Starkville, MS, and died May 13, 2007, at his home in Ruston. He was preceded in death by his parents, the Rev. Thomas H. Lipscomb and Lutie Scott Lipscomb and stepmother Ethel Golding Lipscomb, brothers Edward L. Lipscomb and Dabney Lipscomb, and sister Martha L. Roark. Mr. Lipscomb served as a Chaplain in the U.S. Navy in World War II, and then as a pastor of congregations in Barrington, NJ and Philadelphia, MS. He was executive assistant to the president of Belhaven College in Jackson, MS, prior to coming to Ruston, LA, in 1957 where he was pastor of the First Presbyterian Church for 17 years, and of John Knox Presbyterian Church for three years. He then served as teacher and administrator at WhitworthBible College in Brookhaven, MS. Upon retirement, he returned to his home in Ruston where he taught New Testament Greek at Louisiana Tech University for seven years. A true Renaissance man, Mr. Lipscomb believed that anyone with a liberal arts education could do anything. He was a talented vocal and violin musician, a scholar, pastor, preacher, and teacher. When needed, he was a carpenter, painter, plumber, electrician, mechanic, and pipe organ fixer and tuner. His avocations over the years included figure skating, hiking the Appalachian trail, camping, sailing, small boat making, and playing in the local orchestra. He is survived by his wife of nearly 61 years, Barbara Bigelow Lipscomb; two sons, James W. Lipscomb Jr. and wife Mary of Minneapolis, MN, and Edward L. Lipscomb and wife Linda of Atlantic Beach, FL; four grand children, Jennifer Nobles, Benjamin Lipscomb, Melissa King, and Laura Lipscomb; five great-grandchildren; and nine nieces and nephews. Pallbearers will be Bob Turner, Dale Boersma, Rob Pierce, Ben Lipscomb, Brad Bourgeois, and Charlie Rodriguez. Honorary pallbearers will be Oscar Barnes and Volney Pierce. Visitation will be from 5:00PM to 7:00PM Thursday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home of Ruston. Memorials may be made to French Camp Academy, French Camp, MS, or John Knox Presbyterian Church. The family would like to express special gratitude to Dr. Dale Boersma, Dr. George Smith, the caring staff of Prime Care Home Health, and devoted caregivers Ruby Gray, Dale Bailey, Linda Mason, Betty Williams, Lena Houston, Kristina Davis, and Angela Coleman.

CHARLOTTE HOGG MCIIWAIN Riser Funeral Home Columbia, LA Charlotte Hogg McIlwain passed away May 16, 2007 after a lengthy 7 year battle with cancer. She was 63. Visitation will be at the Riser Funeral Home in Columbia, Thursday May 17 from 4:00PM to 9:00PM . Services will be held at 10:00AM, Friday May 18, 2007 at the Crossroads Baptist Church in Grayson with Bob McIlwain and John McIlwain officiating. Interment will follow in the Crossroads Cemetery. Charlotte was born on October 26, 1943 to Herman Howard Hogg and Pearl Hester Hogg of Grayson. Charlotte was preceded in death by her parents and is survived by her husband, soul mate, and life time companion, Bob McIlwain. Bob and Charlotte are blessed and proud of their four children: Ellen Girod and her husband Mark of Ringold, Georgia; Jennie Hull and her husband John of Chattanooga, Tennessee; Susanne Hatton and her husband Tony of West Monroe, and Jim McIlwain and his wife Lori of Grayson. Charlotte was the most incredible grand mother to ten precious children who will miss her deeply: Lexie Girod, Haley Girod, Brittany Purvis, Sophie Molaison, Chelsea Purvis, Bobby Hull, Taylor McIlwain, Mallory Girod, Lauren Townsend, and Tanner McIlwain. Charlotte was a 1961 graduate of Grayson High School and received her Bachelor of Science from Louisiana Tech University in 1965. Charlotte managed the Western Auto Store in Columbia for 25 years. The McIlwain family wishes to thank the following for their wonderful care and treatment of Charlotte over the last year. Dr. Leary and his staff, the oncology staff at University of Alabama, Birmingham, Francis Boyd, Ann Marie Braddock, Beth Day, Mary Wiggins, Gale Talm, Leigh Tolar, and Brenda Rhodes. Pallbearers are Mark McIlwain, Howard Hogg,Jr.,Troy Fore, Jr., Mark Hogg, Lyn Meredith, and Chris Hatten. Honorary pallbearers are George Harris, Johnny Bruce Cubbit, Gene Temple, Randy Cagle and Ellis Bratton.

AUDREY MAE SIMPSON Kilpatrick Funeral Home Farmerville, LA Funeral Services for Audrey Mae Simpson, 81, of Farmerville, LA, will be held at 2:00PM Friday, May 18, 2007 at Point Assembly of God in Point, LA with Rev. Louis Bartet and Greg Dunn officiating. Interment will follow in Acree Cemetery under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home in Farmerville, LA. She is survived by her 5 children J.D. Simpson and wife Peggy of Farmerville, LA; Schelia Caskey of Farmerville, LA; Charles Simpson and wife Becky of Downsville, LA; Bobby Simpson and wife Wanda of Downsville, LA; and Randy Simpson and wife Janice of Downsville, LA; numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren, brothers Charlie Mitchell Jones and wife Cora Lee of Choudrant, LA; James Willie Jones and wife Marie of Choudrant, LA; sister Reitha Lee and husband Wallace of West Monroe, LA; as well as several nieces and nephews. Pallbearers will be: Charlie Simpson, Jeremy Abernathy, Steven Caskey, Stacy Jones, Joseph Simpson, Shannon Jones, Johnny Guice, and Matt Simons. Visitation will be held Thursday, May 17, 2007 at 5:00PM to 8:00PM at .Kilpatrick Funeral Home in Farmerville, LA. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com.

GAYDENE SMITH THORNTON Mulhearn Funeral Home Winnsboro, LA Services for Mrs. Gaydene Smith Thornton, age 48 of Winnsboro will be at 2:00PM Friday, May 18, 2007 at New Zion Baptist Church with Rev. Tommy Basco and Rev. Milton Williams officiating. Burial will follow in the church cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home of Winnsboro. Mrs. Thornton was a member of New Zion Baptist Church. She loved arts and crafts and grandbabies. She was preceded in death by daughter; Amie Leann Thornton, father; William "Bill" Smith, Jr., father-in-law; W. R. Thornton, grandmother; Ella Hitt, and aunt; Lou Mae Smith. Survivors include: Husband: Donald Thornton Son: Jeffery Thornton and wife Teresa. Daughters: Jessalyn Thornton, Jakki Thornton and fiance' Ron Bassett Mother: Rosa Lee Smith; Brother: Gerald Smith; Grandchildren: Adam Thornton, and Lexie Thornton; Mother-in-Law: Mickey Thornton; Nephews: Andy Smith and Landon Smith all of Winnsboro, LA. Pallbearers will be: Kenny Payne, Clarence Bernard, Buckshot Simms, Terry Sharp, Eric Smith, Donnie Carter, and Glen Smith Visitation will be from 5:00 PM Wednesday evening until service time on Friday at New Zion Baptist Church, Winnsboro, LA. Online condolences and registry may be made at www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com

Earline Armstrong, 77
Earline Armstrong of Monroe, a nurse's aide, died Wednesday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at St. Matthews Baptist Church, Mangham. Visitation is 1-6 p.m. Friday at Richardson Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in St. Matthew Cemetery, Mangham.

Jerry W. Bennett, 60
Jerry Winston Bennett of Monroe, owner and operator of Bennett Roofing, died Tuesday. Services are 2 p.m. Friday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Monroe. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. today at the funeral home. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery, Monroe.

Jimmy D. Berry Sr., 69
MARION — Jimmy D. Berry Sr., an oil and gas company owner, died Monday. Graveside services are 2 p.m. today at Liberty Cemetery, Linville, under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe.

Robert J. Clark Sr., 66
RAYVILLE — Robert James Clark Sr., a truck driver, died Wednesday. Services are 2 p.m. Friday at Mount Calvary Baptist Church, Rayville. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. today at the church and 10 a.m. until service time Friday at the church. Burial will be in Stevenson Cemetery, Rayville, under the direction of Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Rayville.

Cornelia Collins, 61
RICHWOOD — Cornelia Collins, a nurse's aide, died Sunday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at Mount Zion Baptist Church, Rayville. Visitation is noon-1 p.m. Saturday at the church. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens, Monroe, under the direction of Hester Central State Funeral Home, Monroe.

Gloria Douglas, 74
OLLA — Gloria Douglas, a homemaker, died Monday. Services are 1 p.m. today at First Baptist Church, Urania. Visitation is 10 a.m. until time of services today at the church. Burial will be in Old Bethel Cemetery, Clarks, under the direction of Riser Funeral Home, Columbia.

Jade J. Gayden, infant
Jade JaNiya Gayden, infant daughter of Brittany Gayden, of Monroe, died Wednesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Funerals by McFarland, Monroe.

Alice Verlon Holmes, 85
WINNFIELD — Alice Verlon Lovell Holmes died Tuesday. Services are 2 p.m. Friday at First United Methodist Church, Winnfield. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. today and 9 a.m.-noon Friday at Southern Funeral Home, Winnfield. Burial will be in Garden of Memories Cemetery, Winnfield.

Rawford Huckaby, 78
JONESBORO — Rawford "Red" Huckaby, a house painter, died Tuesday. Services are 2 p.m. Friday at Southern Funeral Home, Jonesboro. Visitation is 5-9 p.m. today at the funeral home. Burial will be in Springhill Cemetery.

Tony James, 78
Tony James of Monroe, a retired executive chef, died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe.

Dellareece King, 44
Dellareece King, a nurse, died Friday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Hope United Methodist Church, Monroe. Visitation is 2-6 p.m. Friday at Funerals by McFarland Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Riverview Cemetery, Monroe.

Lucille Logan, 83
BASTROP — Lucille Logan, a homemaker, died Monday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at New Jerusalem Baptist Church, Bastrop. Visitation is 6-7 p.m. Friday at Tennant Funeral Home, Farmerville. Burial will be in H.V. Adams Cemetery, Bastrop.

Raychelle L. McClain, 17
FERRIDAY — Raychelle Lee McClain, a student, died Saturday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Greater St. Reed Fellowship, Ferriday. Burial will be in Ferriday Cemetery under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville.

Christopher McGee, infant
KELLY — Christopher James McGee, son of Casey Moore and Hugh Ray McGee died Monday. Services are 10 a.m. today at Bethel Cemetery, Dry Prong, under the direction of Riser Funeral Home, Columbia.

Louis C. McQueen, 82
Louis C. McQueen, of West Monroe, retired owner/operator of McQueen's Diesel Injection, died Tuesday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Visitation is 1 p.m. until service time today at the funeral home. Burial will be in Twin Cities Memorial Garden Cemetery, West Monroe.

Ruby Harper Morgan, 76
SALINE — Ruby Roberts Harper Morgan died Wednesday. Services are 10 a.m. Saturday at Carolina Church, Saline. Visitation is 4-9 p.m. Friday at Edmonds Funeral Home, Jonesboro. Burial will be in in the church cemetery.

Emma Morrison, 85
Emma Morrison of Monroe, a homemaker, died Sunday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at New Bright Star Baptist Church, Monroe. Visitation is 1-6 p.m. Friday at Richardson Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Forest Grove Cemetery, Homer.

Ola B. Reddick, 82
HOUSTON — Ola B. Reddick, formerly of Monroe, a homemaker, died May 7. Services are 11 a.m. Friday at New St. James Baptist Church, Ferriday. Visitation is 9-11 a.m. Friday at the church. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Cemetery, Monroe under the direction of Hester Central State Funeral Home, Monroe.

Moses Sanders, 61
DALLAS — Moses Sanders, a supervisor, died May 8. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Richardson Funeral Home, Monroe. Visitation is 1-6 p.m. Friday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Union Missionary Cemetery, Bosco.

Elaine W. Scriber, 92
FORT WALTON BEACH, Fla. — Elaine Walden Scriber, formerly of Winnsboro, a homemaker, died Saturday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Winnsboro. Burial will be in Old Winnsboro Cemetery, Winnsboro.

Marco D. Wilson, 22
Marco D. Wilson of Monroe, a student, died Tuesday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Mount Olivet Baptist Church, Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens Cemetery, Monroe, under the direction of Hester Central State Funeral Home, Monroe.

Albert Lane Wyant, 81
JENA — Albert Lane Wyant died Tuesday. Services are 2 p.m. Friday at Aimwell Baptist Church, Aimwell. Visitation is 5-9 p.m. today at the church. Burial will be in Mount Zion Cemetery, Aimwell, under the direction of Owens Memorial Chapel, Ruston.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED
Hayes, Pearlene: 11 a.m. today at Beulah Baptist Church, Farmerville.
LaBorde, Marilyn Beth: 2 p.m. today, New Era Baptist Church, New Era.
Lee, Herman Jr.: 11 a.m. Saturday, Miller Funeral Home, Monroe.
Lipscomb, James Rev.: 10 a.m. Friday, John Knox Presbyterian Church, Ruston.
McDaniel, W.L. "Dub": 10 a.m. today, Turkey Creek Baptist Church, Gilbert.
Neal, Lucille: 1 p.m. today, Brownville Baptist Church, Columbia.
Smith, Larry Glynn: 1 p.m. today, First Baptist Church, Jonesboro.
Williams, Christine: 1 p.m. today, Zion Springs Baptist Church, Monroe

May 18, 2007 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

ROBERT J. CLARK, SR. Brown-Holley Funeral Home Rayville, LA Funeral services for Robert J. Clark, Sr., 66, of Rayville will be held 2:00 PM, Friday, May 18, 2007 at Mt. Calvary Baptist Church, Rayville with Rev. Harold Spillers and Bro. Robert Smith officiating. Interment will follow in Stevenson Cemetery, Rayville under the direction of Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Rayville. Robert James Clark, Sr. was born on July 1, 1940 in Rayville, LA and passed away on Wednesday, May 16, 2007. Robert was a member of Mt. Calvary Baptist Church. He was also a U.S. Army Veteran of the Vietnam War. He was preceded in death by his Parents, Robert and Mary Burnett Clark; grandchild, Abigail Rose Clark; Siblings, Shelby Clark and Warren Earl Clark. Survivors include his children, Robert James Clark, II of Start, LA, Christie Clark Barnett of Baton Rouge, LA, Celina Clark Tarver and husband, Kevin of Start, LA and Roy Lee McCormick and wife, Anna of Calhoun, LA; Sister and Brother, Margaret Clark Dewberry and husband, James of Higden, AR and Gene Clark and wife, Mary of West Monroe, LA; grandchildren, Joshua of West Monroe, LA, Caleb and Andrew, Start, LA and Jamey of Calhoun, LA; Host of Nieces and Nephews. Visitation will be 10:00AM, Friday until Service Time, at the church. Pallbearers will be Pete Mayhall, Leonard Spencer, Donnie Williams, Carlos Mann, Jack McCullan, and Larry Greer. To leave condolences go online to www.brownholleyfuneralhomes.com

MAE LORENE CRAWFORD Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, La. Funeral services for Mae Lorene Crawford, 88, of West Monroe will be at 10:00A.M. Saturday May 19, 2007 at Cypress Baptist Church with Rev. George Bonner and Rev. Larry Eubanks officiating. Burial will follow in the Cypress Baptist Church Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home in West Monroe. Mrs. Crawford died May 16, 2007 at the Glenwood Regional Medical Center. Mrs. Crawford was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother and great great grandmother. She is preceded in death by her husband Oscar M. Crawford, Sr., parents, D.S. and Mary Jetti Owens and by her great grandson, John Tyler Worsham. Survivors include her children, O. Morgan "Cooter" Crawford Jr. and wife Charlotte, Danny "Chuck" Crawford and wife Wanda, Merry "Tinkle" Street and husband Steve, Joe Crawford and wife Terri, twelve grandchildren, thirteen great grandchildren, and two great great grandchildren, brothers, John Owens and Dwight Owens and sister, Lela Head. Her grandsons will serve as pallbearers. Visitation will be from 5:00P.M. until 8:00P.M. Friday May 18, 2007 at Mulhearn Funeral Home in West Monroe. Memorial may be made to the West Ouachita Senior Center in West Monroe or to the St. Jude's Children Hospital. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com

TONY JAMES Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road, Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mr. Tony James, 78, of Monroe, will be held at 2:00PM Saturday, May 19, 2007, at Sts. Constantine and Helen Greek Orthodox Church with Father Theo Theoharis officiating. Interment will follow in Riverview Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Mr. James passed away Tuesday, May 15, 2007. He was a member of Sts. Constantine and Helen Greek Orthodox Church, the Greek Navy, and was a Merchant Marine. He was the executive chef at the Ramada Inn, Holiday Inn Holidome, and was an independent restaurateur. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend. He loved fishing, gardening, and cooking; but, most of all, he loved to feed people. Mr. James was preceded in death by his brother, Stellios Tzenevrakis. Survivors include his wife, Diane James; sons, Curtis McCabe, and John James; daughters, Mary James Behlar, and Athena James Bell; brother, George Tzenevrakis; six grandchildren, one niece, and one nephew. Pallbearers will be Billy Antis, Andrian Antis, Gus Antis, Adam Antis, Ewell Nettles, and George Snyder. Visitation will be Friday from 5:00PM until 7:00PM and the Trisagion at 6:00PM at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Memorials may be made to Sts. Constantine and Helen Greek Orthodox Church. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com

MR. HERMAN LEE JR. Miller Funeral Home Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mr. Herman Lee Jr. 55 of Monroe, LA, will be held at 11:00AM Saturday, May 19, 2007, in the chapel of Miller Funeral Home, Monroe, LA, with Rev. Tommie Thomas, Jr. Interment will follow in Richwood Memorial Gardens Cemetery, Monroe, LA. Mr. Herman Lee Jr. was born May 8m 1958 in Oak Ridge, LA and a beautiful life ended on Tuesday May 8, 2007. Herman Lee was employed by Coca Cola Bottling Company, Inc for 36 years where he touched the hearts of many people. He is preceded in death by his mother Tessie Ford. Survivors include his father: Herman Lee Sr.; Former Dorothy Lee; 2 daughters Violet and Rochelle Lee; a son Herman Lee III, 6 grandchildren Ja Darius Brown, Brandon Jamerson, Taylor Lee , Cameron Lee, Kailey Davis and Ashton Davis; 23 siblings and a host of nieces and nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends. Pallbearers will be employees of Coca-Cola Bottling Company Inc. Visitation will be Friday from 1:00PM until 7:00PM.

CHARLOTTE HOGG MCILWAIN Riser Funeral Home Columbia, LA Services for Charlotte Hogg McIlwain will be held at 10:00AM, Friday, May 19, 2007 from the Cross Roads Baptist Church west of Grayson with Bob McIlwain and John McIlwain officiating. Interment will follow in the Cross Roads Cemetery. Charlotte was born on October 26, 1943 in Columbia to the union of Herman Howard and Pearl Hester Hogg of Grayson and died Wednesday, May 16, 2007 at her residence after a seven year battle with cancer. Charlotte was preceded in death by her parents. She was a 1961 graduate of Grayson High School and received her Bachelor of Science degree from Louisiana Tech University in 1965. Charlotte managed the Western Auto Store in Columbia for 25 years. She was also a faithful member of the Columbia Church of Christ. Survivors include her husband of 42 years, her soul mate and lifetime companion: Bob McIlwain. Bob and Charlotte were blessed and proud of their four children: Ellen Girod and her husband: Mark of Ringold, Georgia, Jennie Hull and her husband: John of Chattanooga, Tennessee, Susanne Hatton and her husband: Tony of West Monroe and Jim McIlwain and his wife: Lori of Grayson. Charlotte was the most incredible grandmother to ten precious children who will miss her deeply: Lexie Girod, Haley Girod, Brittany Purvis, Sophie Molaison, Chelsea Purvis, Bobby Hull, Taylor McIlwain, Mallory Girod, Lauren Townsend and Tanner McIlwain, her brother: Howard Hogg of Grayson and her sisters: Jean Dees and Betty Kimzey both of Dallas, TX, and Peggy West of Whitewright, TX. Pallbearers will be Mark McIlwain, Howard Hogg, Jr., Troy Fore, Jr., Mark Hogg, Lyn Meredith and Chris Hatten. Honorary pallbearers are George Harris, Johnny Bruce Cubbit, Gene Temple, Randy Cagle and Ellis Bratton. The McIlwain family wishes to thank the following for their wonderful care and treatment of Charlotte over the last year. Dr. Leary and his staff, the oncology staff at University of Alabama, Birmingham, Frances Boyd, Ann Marie Braddock, Beth Day, Mary Wiggins, Gale Talm, Leigh Tolar and Brenda Rhodes.

MR. JERRY W. BENNETT Kilpatrick Funeral Home Monroe, Louisiana Funeral services for Mr. Jerry Winston Bennett, age 60, will be held Friday at 2:00PM May 18, 2007 in the Chapel of Kilpatrick Funerral Home of Monroe, LA with Rev. Rayland Trisler and Rev. Oda (Tuck) Roberts officiating. Interment will follow at Monroe Memorial Park under the direction of Killpatrick Funeral Home of Monroe, LA. Mr. Bennett was born February 08, 1947 in Monroe, LA and went to meet the Lord on May 15, 2007 at his home in Monroe, LA. He was a life long resident of Monroe and a graduate of Ouachita Parish High School. Jerry was the owner of Bennett Roofing Inc. of Monroe, LA for the past 35 years. Jerry was a member of New Hope Baptist Church. Jerry coached recreational baseball for over 15 years and loved all the boys and girls he coached and they loved him right back. He was an avid sports fan and loved the Ouachita Lions. He never missed one of his sons football and baseball games while he played for the Lions and most recently has enjoyed going to his Grandsons baseball and football games at Ouachita. His Grandchildren, Ashton, Kendyl and Cole, he was their number one fan. He enjoyed fishing and hunting with his family and friends. Jerry never met a stranger and could always make you laugh. The family wishes to express their gratitude to all the caring and compassionate nurses on the 4th floor of St. Francis North and to Medi Star Home Health for their loving care especially Don and Regina. To Dr. Leary, Donna, Sue and Sally, and to Dr. Anders, and Dr. Sarama and their entire staff, thank you for all your concern and care you have given Jerry in the past months. Jerry’s family extends their grateful thanks to the many friends and prayer warriors for their loving support during Jerry’s courageous fight with cancer. Jerry will be deeply missed by his family and the many friends whose lives he touched along the way. Jerry was passionate about his family and to his family he was larger than life!! He was preceded in death by his parents, Winston and Vivian Bennett and his Father In Law, Sherwood Futch. Jerry is survived by his wife and high school sweetheart of 39 years, Sandra Futch Bennett; daughter: Shawn Marie Bennett Patton and husband, Shane; son: J.J. Bennett and wife, Summer: grandsons: Cole Hemphill and Ashton Bennett; granddaughter: Kendyl Patton; sisters: Sandra Perritt and Melba Cumpton: brother: Wallace Bennett; brother-in-law: Gary Futch and wife, Henrietta; mother-in-law: Marie Futch; many nieces and nephews and two faithful canine companions: Buddy and Duke. Pallbearers will be Sig Gorman, David Beezley, Henry Hays, Don Perry, Arthur Earl, Ken Malone, Kevin Futch, and Greg Futch. Honorary Pallbearers will be Grandson Cole Hemphill, Gary Breland, Jack Earl, Chris Price, Clay Hust, Adam Coco, Eric Roberson and the men and women of Jerry’s Sunday School Class. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the New Hope Baptist Building Fund or the Louisiana Cancer Foundation Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com

MURDOCK M. SNELLING, JR Kilpatrick Funeral Home Monroe, Louisiana Funeral services for Murdock M. Snelling, Jr., 80, of Monroe, LA will be Saturday, May 19, 2007 at St. Paul's United Methodist Church in Monroe, LA. Rev. Richard Humphries will be officiating. Interment will follow at Riverside Cemetery in Monroe, LA under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home of Monroe, LA. Murdock M. Snelling, Jr., lived a life of service to God, Country, family, the City of Monroe and his fellow man. He was preceded death by a son: Forrest Turner Snelling. He is survived by Charlene Turner Snelling, his wife of 53 years and his children; Renee Kerr, Denise Hull, Allen Snelling and seven grandchildren. Murdock grew up in Gulfport, MS., the son of Dr. Murdock and Isabelle Snelling. In WWII he served as a paratrooper preparing for an airborne assault on Japan which was circumvented by their surrender. He was a Golden Gloves Boxer in the Army. He later served as an officer in the Korean conflict and as Major in the reserves. Murdock graduated from Tulane with a degree in Civil Engineering. He was a founder of the Tulane Engineering Society and was active throughout his career. He achieved licensing as a Mechanical Engineer through self study. In individual and corporate practice he was an accomplished innovator in structural design. Murdock served the City of Monroe as City Engineer for sixteen years. His work in the City's project planning process and flood control benefit the citizens of Monroe today. Murdock was a founder of Christian Community Ministries in Monroe who deeply cared for the City's homeless. He selflessly gave of his time and modest resources to fulfill God's charge to "feed my sheep". Upon retirement from the City, Murdock became ordained as a Methodist minister and served St. Paul's Methodist and rural churches in Baskin and Oakridge as a lay minister. He also authored a synopsis of the Gospels. Throughout the lives of his children, Murdock taught by word and example to love one another and seek to do God's will in their lives. Pallbearers will be: Hugh Keating, Dr. Scott Zentner, Turner Kerr, Aaron Snelling, Ed Dayton, and Allen Snelling. Memorials may be made to Christian Community Ministries or Parkinson's Research Associates. Visitation will be Saturday, May 19, 2007 from 1:00PM until the time of service at 2:00PM. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com.

STELLA SHERROUSE WHITECOTTON Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road, Monroe, LA Funeral services for Stella Sherrouse Whitecotton, 99, of Monroe, LA since 1929, originally from Winnsboro, LA, will be at 10:00AM Saturday, May 19, 2007, in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe, with Rev. Whit Holmes officiating. Interment will follow in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery. Mrs. Whitecotton died Thursday, May 17, 2007. She was with Northeast Louisiana State College (now University of Louisiana at Monroe) from 1950 to 1961 when she married Chevis W. Sherrouse, Sr. She was in the order department of the library. She was a member of the Women's Club at NLU since 1952, United Daughters of the Confederacy Ouachita Rangers Chapter #2446, Monroe Garden Club since the 50's, and Republican Women. She also worked ten years with State of Louisiana DOTD. Mrs. Whitecotton was preceded in death by her husbands, Chevis W. Sherrouse, Sr., and R. D. Whitecotton; her parents, Frank H. and Alice Bailey Peoples; eight brothers, and two sisters, all of Winnsboro, LA. Survivors include son, Ronald D. Whitecotton; granddaughter, Rhonda Dawn Whitecotton; grandson, Ronald D. Whitecotton, III; great grandson, Dusty Brian Whitecotton, all of West Monroe; sister-in-law, Willie Lee Peoples; brother, Ray Peoples and wife Elsa Rae, all of Winnsboro; sister-in-law, Vera Peoples of Brownwood, TX; many nieces and nephews, and special friends, Betty White, Ethel Meredith, Helen McCrory, Judy Fellows, Tory Arpino, and Milan Fellows Arpino. Visitation will be Friday from 5:00PM until 7:00PM at Mulhearn Funeral Home. The family wishes to extend their Thanks to her friends at McKeen Plaza, College Place Baptist Church, Parkview Baptist Church, and ULM. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com

THELMA WOODS ZEAGLER Gill First National Funeral Home Winnsboro, LA Funeral services for Thelma Woods Zeagler, 81, of Winnsboro will be held at 2:00 PM Saturday, May 19, 2007 in the chapel of Gill First National Funeral Home in Winnbsboro. Interment will follow in Friendship Cemetery near Baskin with Dr. J. Alan Miller officiating. Visitation will be held Friday from 5:00PM - 8:00PM at the funeral home. She was born to Elzie and Caroline Brownell Woods on July 22, 1925 in Baskin and passed from this life Wednesday, May 16, 2007 in St. Francis Medical Center in Monroe. Mrs. Zeagler was preceded in death by her parents; husband of 62 years Herbert Zeagler; son Stephen Kent Zeagler; and a brother James "Buddy" Woods. She is survived by daughter and son-in-law Nelda and Gene Emfinger of Winnsboro; daughter-in-law Carryn Zeagler of Watson; two grandsons Jason Emfinger and wife Charlyn and Damon Emfinger and wife Heather all of Winnsboro; three step-granddaughters Kelsie, Monica and Valerie Wright; and four great grandchildren Allen Michael, Grant, Jacob, and Carlie Emfinger. She also leaves behind two brothers Bobby Woods and wife Helen, and Elzie Woods, Jr. and wife Oneida; two sisters-in-law Eula Pickering and husband James of West Monroe and Lela Woods of Baskin; three very special friends Mildred Sullivan, Ruby Lee, and Barbara Henry; and a great number of nieces, nephews, cousins and a host of friends. Thelma Zeagler was a retired Deputy Tax Assessor for Franklin Parish, a position she held for 26 years. Prior to that, she and her husband owned and operated Zeagler's Grocery and Market in Winnsboro. She was a member of Temple Baptist Church. Thelma was an excellent seamstress, a great cook, and a good friend to all who knew her. Her retirement years were spent enjoying her family which included her two grandsons whom she loved dearly and four great-grandchildren whom she loved to spoil with lots of cookies, ice-cream and "grits 'n' eggs." Her ready smile and friendly ways endeared her to those she met, and she will be greatly missed by her family and all who had the privilege of knowing her. Pallbearers will be J.W. Dean, Donnie Emfinger, James McGraw, R. S. Newman, Clark Smith, and Jerry Thomas. Memorials may be made to American Diabetes Association -P.O. Box 11454 Alexandria, VA 22312 or to a charity of choice. To sign guestbook or view video tribute online, visit www.gillfirstnational.com

Frederick Broughton, 45
Frederick J. Broughton of Monroe, a steel worker, died Wednesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Funerals by McFarland.

Dortha Deville, 69
RAYVILLE — Dortha Deville, a garment factory worker, died Thursday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Rayville.

Jada Gayden, Infant
Jada JaNiya Gayden, infant daughter of Brittany Gayden of Monroe, died Wednesday. Graveside services are 10:30 p.m. Saturday at Richwood Memorial Gardens Cemetery under the direction of Funerals by McFarland, Monroe.

Willard P. Goree Sr., 90
DENTON — Willard Price Goree Sr. died Saturday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at New Rocky Valley Missionary Baptist Church, Grambling. Visitation is 6-7 p.m. today at the church. Burial will be in Grambling Memorial Cemetery under the direction of Beckwith Golden Gate Funeral Home, Tallulah.

Pauline Grey, 59
LAKE PROVIDENCE — Pauline Grey, a homemaker, died Thursday. Services are 2 p.m. Sunday at Cox Funeral Home, Lake Providence. Visitation is 2-9 p.m. Saturday and 8 a.m. until time of service Sunday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Providence Memorial Cemetery, Lake Providence.

Cleotha Harris, 65
TALLULAH — Cleotha Harris died Thursday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at St. James AME Church, Tallulah. Wake services are 6-7 p.m. today at the church. Burial will be in Oakwood Cemetery under the direction of Beckwith Golden Gate Funeral Home, Tallulah.

Lottie Harris, 83
KILGORE, Texas — Lottie "Coleman" Harris, a homemaker formerly of Simsboro, died Tuesday. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Ruston. Visitation is 10 a.m. until service time Saturday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Walnut Creek Cemetery, Simsboro.

Irma Hendon, 53
TALLULAH — Irma Hendon died Sunday. Services are 3 p.m. Saturday at Mount Olive Missionary Baptist Church, Tallulah. Visitation is 2-7 p.m. today at Beckwith Golden Gate Funeral Home, Tallulah. Burial will be in Mound Project Cemetery, Tallulah.

Johnny Ray Holland, 50
WINNSBORO — Johnny Ray Holland, an oil well driller, died Sunday. Services are 2 p.m. Sunday at Shiloh Baptist Church, Winnsboro. Visitation is 6-7 p.m. Saturday at Richardson Funeral Home, Winnsboro. Burial will be in Morning Star Cemetery, Fort Necessity.

Charles L. Howard, 61
SELMA, Ala. — Charles Louis Howard died Saturday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Zion Hill Missionary Baptist Church, Ferriday. Wake services are 10 a.m.-6:30 p.m. today at Richardson-Sims Funeral Home, Ferriday. Burial will be in Gildfield Cemetery, Ferriday.

Virgil R. Neumann, 79
TALLULAH — Virgil R. Neumann, a retired farmer, died Wednesday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at Crothers-Glenwood Funeral Home, Tallulah. Visitation is 11 a.m. until funeral time Saturday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Memorial Park Cemetery, Tallulah.

Harry S. Shifflette, 55
Harry Steven Shifflette of Monroe, a Monroe City Schools maintenance person, died Thursday. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Visitation is 5-7:30 p.m. today at the funeral home. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery, Monroe.

Audrey Mae Simpson, 81
FARMERVILLE — Audrey Mae Simpson, a retired cafeteria employee, died Wednesday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Point Assembly of God Church, Point. Burial will be in Acree Cemetery under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Farmerville.

Gaydene Thornton, 48
WINNSBORO — Gaydene Thornton, a homemaker, died Monday. Services are 2 p.m. today at New Zion Baptist Church, Winnsboro. Burial will be in church cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Winnsboro.

Virreaner Ware, 85
LAKE PROVIDENCE — Virreaner Ware, a homemaker, died Sunday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at Lake Providence High School Auditorium, Lake Providence. Visitation is 1-5 p.m. today at Brannum Funeral Home, Lake Providence. Memorial services are 6-7 p.m. today at Antioch Baptist Church, Lake Providence.

Ronnie W. Wells, 34
NEW ORLEANS — Ronnie W. Wells, a welder, died Sunday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Pleasant Star Baptist Church, Winnsboro. Visitation is 7-8 p.m. today at Richardson Funeral Home, Winnsboro. Burial will be in Morning Star Cemetery, Fort Necessity.

Marco D. Wilson, 22
Marco D. Wilson of Monroe, a student, died Tuesday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Mount Olivet Baptist Church, Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Cemetery under the direction of Hester Central State Funeral Home, Monroe.

Previously acknowledged
Armstrong, Earline: 1 p.m. Saturday, St. Matthews Baptist Church, Mangham.
Bennett, Jerry W.: 2 p.m. today, Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Monroe.
Clark, Robert J.: 2 p.m. today, Mount Calvary Baptist Church, Rayville.
Collins, Cornelia: 1 p.m. Saturday, Mount Zion Baptist Church, Rayville.
Holmes, Alice Verlon: 2 p.m. today, First United Methodist Church, Winfield.
Huckaby, Rawford: 2 p.m. today, Southern Funeral Home, Jonesboro.
King, Dellareece: 11 a.m. Saturday, Hope United Methodist Church, Monroe.
Lee Jr., Herman: 11 a.m. Saturday, Miller Funeral Home, Monroe.
Lipscomb, James Rev.: 10 a.m. today, John Knox Presbyterian Church, Ruston.
Logan, Lucille: 1 p.m. Saturday, New Jerusalem Baptist Church, Bastrop.
McClain, Raychelle L.: 11 a.m. Saturday, Greater St. Reed Fellowship, Ferriday.
Morgan, Ruby Harper: 10 a.m. Saturday, Carolina Church, Saline.
Morrison, Emma: 11 a.m. Saturday, New Bright Star Baptist Church, Monroe.
Reddick, Ola B.: 11 a.m. today, New St. James Baptist Church, Ferriday.
Sanders, Moses: 11 a.m. Saturday, Richardson Funeral Home, Monroe.
Wyant, Albert Lane: 2 p.m. today, Aimwell Baptist Church, Aimwell

May 19 , 2007 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

HARRY STEVEN SHIFFLETTE Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road Monroe, LA Funeral services for Harry Steven Shifflette, 55, of Monroe will be held at 2:00PM Saturday, May 19, 2007, in the Chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe with Rev. Don Holloway officiating. Interment will follow at Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery. Mr. Shifflette, former maintenance employee of Monroe City Schools, passed away May 16, 2007 at St. Francis Medical Center following a brief illness. Harry, known as Steve by family, was an extremely sensitive and sincere person. Being with the family he loved so dearly, Wendy's triple burgers, going to AA meetings, and a good prank are the things Steve enjoyed most in life. He was also an outstanding marksman. His belief in God was strong being raised in the Baptist Faith. Steve was a simple, easy going person who loved life.... a gentle giant. Mr. Shifflette was preceded in death by father, Harry Haston Shifflette, Jr.: and step father, A.G. Woods. Survivors include mother, Damaris McNeely Shifflette Woods of Monroe, sister, Sue Shifflette Wilson and husband, John of Jackson, MS; brother, Jay Haston Shifflette of Monroe; step-brother, Dennis E Woods and wife Susan of Charlotte, NC; nieces Melissa Wilson-Mobley and husbend Mel of Monroe, and Sara Denise Wilson of Jackson, MS; and great nephews, Thomas Reed Wilson and Mitchell Mobley. Pallbearers will be John Wilson, Mel Mobley, Terry McNeely, Jason Laffoon, Stacy Laffoon, and Shane Laffoon. Honorary Pallbearers will be Ken McNeely, and Kyle Crow. The family wishes to thank Raymond Franklin, SICU RN, and Janet WIlliams, Acute Rehab GSW, for going above and beyond the call of duty. They would also like to give special thanks to Dr. Thomas WIlliams, his wife, LaTonya WIlliams, FNP and thier staff for the care, comfort, and concern for Steve and his family throughout his illness. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneral home.com

Addie C. Calkins, 84
MONTEREY — Addie Champlin Calkins died Thursday. Services are 10 a.m. today at Eva Church of God, Monterey. Burial will be in Acme Cemetery under the direction of Young's Funeral Home, Ferriday.

Vivian S. Carraway, 75
WINNSBORO — Vivian Stinson Carraway, a Winnsboro State Bank retiree, died Thursday. Services are 2 p.m. today at First United Pentecostal Church, Winnsboro. Burial will be in Providence Memorial Cemetery, Winnsboro under the direction of Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home, Winnsboro.

Mae Lorene Crawford, 88
Mae Lorene Crawford of West Monroe, a wife and mother, died Wednesday. Services are 10 a.m. today at Cypress Baptist Church, West Monroe. Visitation is 9 a.m. until time of services at the church. Burial will be in the church cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Dortha Earline Deville, 69
RAYVILLE — Dortha "Dorothy" Earline Deville, a seamstress, died Thursday. Services are 10 a.m. Sunday at Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Rayville. Visitation is 1-8 p.m. today at the funeral home. Burial will be in McKnight Cemetery, Holly Ridge.

Tony James, 78
Tony James of Monroe, a retired executive chef, died Tuesday. Services are 2 p.m. today at St. Constantine and Helen Greek Orthodox Church. Burial will be in Riverview Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe.

Eva Mae Mation, 80
FARMERVILLE — Eva Mae Mation, a homemaker, died Friday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Funerals by McFarland, Monroe.

Marie Pamplin, 81
SHREVEPORT — Marie Pamplin, a retired AT&T technician, died Thursday. Services are 3 p.m. today at Golden Funeral Home, Bastrop. Burial will be in Christ Church Cemetery, Bastrop.

Luciana Redd, 32
DUBACH — Luciana Redd, a CNA, died Wednesday. Services are 1 p.m. Monday at Farmerville Recreation Center. Visitation is 9-11 a.m. Monday at Tennant Funeral Home, Farmerville.

Ola B. Reddick, 82
HOUSTON — Ola B. Reddick, a homemaker formerly of Monroe, died May 7. Services were 11 a.m. Friday at New St. James Baptist Church, Monroe. Burial was in Richwood Memorial Gardens under the direction of Hester Central State Funeral Home, Monroe.

Murdock Snelling Jr., 80
Murdock M. Snelling Jr. of Monroe, a retired city of Monroe civil engineer, died Wednesday. Services are 2 p.m. today at St. Paul's United Methodist Church, Monroe. Visitation is 1 p.m. today until time of services at the church. Burial will be in Riverview Cemetery, Monroe under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Monroe.

Stella S. Whitecotton, 99
Stella Sherrouse Whitecotton of Monroe, a retired University of Louisiana at Monroe secretary, died Thursday. Services are 10 a.m. today at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery, Monroe.

Marco D. Wilson, 22
Marco D. Wilson of Monroe, a student, died Tuesday. Services are 1 p.m. today at Mount Olivet Baptist Church, Monroe. Burial will be in Hasley Cemetery, West Monroe under the direction of Hester Central State Funeral Home, Monroe.

Sybil Farley Womack, 66
JONESBORO — Sybil Farley Womack, a homemaker, died Wednesday. Services are 2 p.m. Sunday at Calvary Tabernacle Church, Jonesboro. Visitation is 4-9 p.m. today at Edmonds Funeral Home, Jonesboro. Burial will be in Walnut Ridge Cemetery, Quitman.

Thelma Zeagler, 81
WINNSBORO — Thelma Zeagler, retired from the Franklin Parish Tax Assessor's Office, died Wednesday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Gill First National Funeral Home, Winnsboro. Burial will be in Friendship Cemetery.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED
Armstrong, Earline: 1 p.m. today, St. Matthews Baptist Church, Mangham.
Collins, Cornelia: 1 p.m. today, Mount Zion Baptist Church, Rayville.
Gayden, Jada JaNiya: 10:30 a.m. today, Richwood Memorial Gardens, Monroe.
Goree Sr., Willard P.: 11 a.m. today, New Rocky Valley Missionary Baptist Church, Grambling.
Grey, Pauline: 2 p.m. Sunday, Cox Funeral Home, Oak Grove.
Harris, Cleotha: 1 p.m. today, St. James AME Church, Tallulah.
Harris, Lottie: 2 p.m. today, Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Ruston.
Herndon, Irma: 3 p.m. today, Mount Olive Missionary Baptist Church, Tallulah.
Holland, Johnny Ray: 2 p.m. Sunday, Shiloh Baptist Church, Winnsboro.
Howard, Charles Louis: 11 a.m. today, Zion Hill Missionary Baptist Church, Ferriday.
King, Dellareece: 11 a.m. today, Hope United Methodist Church, Monroe.
Lee Jr., Herman: 11 a.m. today, Miller Funeral Home, Monroe.
Logan, Lucille: 1 p.m. today, New Jerusalem Baptist Church, Bastrop.
McClain, Raychelle L.: 11 a.m. today, Greater St. Reed Fellowship, Ferriday.
Morgan, Ruby Harper: 10 a.m. today, Carolina Church, Saline.
Morrison, Emma: 11 a.m. today, New Bright Star Baptist Church, Monroe.
Neumann, Virgil R.: 1 p.m. today, Crothers-Glenwood Funeral Home, Tallulah.
Sanders, Moses: 11 a.m. today, Richardson Funeral Home, Monroe.
Shifflette, Harry S.: 2 p.m. today, Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe.
Ware, Virreaner: 1 p.m. today, Lake Providence High School Auditorium, Lake Providence.
Wells, Ronnie W.: 11 a.m. today, Pleasant Star Baptist Church, Winnsboro

May 20, 2007 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

JOHN HOWARD EMERSON Mulhearn Funeral Home Monroe, LA Sterlington Road, Funeral services for Mr. John Emerson, 67 of Monroe, will be held 2:00PM Tuesday, May 22, 2007, in the Chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe with Rev. Carl Shurte and Rev. David Mayo officiating. Interment will follow at Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery. Mr. Emerson was living at Riverside Nursing Home and was a memeber of Living Way Pentecostal Church; John loved his church and was a Bible scholar. Mr. Emerson was preceded in death by father; John Mack Emerson, mother; Atsy Smith Emerson, and sister; Mary Wilson. Survivors include sister Joyce Folds and husband Dr. Calvin Folds; and numerous Nieces and Nephews. Visitation will be 1:00PM to 2:00PM Tuesday , May 22, 2007 before the services. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneral home.com

RUTH E. (TUTS) JONES Mulhearn Funeral Home Rayville, La. Services for Ruth E. (Tuts) Jones, 93, of Mangham, La. will be at 2:00PM Sunday, May 20, 2007 at the Mulhearn Funeral Home Chapel in Rayville, La. with Rev. Prentice Ray Gandy officiating. Interment will be in the Lone Cherry Cemetery near Mangham under the directions of Mulhearn Funeral Home of Rayville. Mrs. Jones was preceded in death by her husband of 72 years; T. C. (Toby) Jones, two sisters; Mattie and Lizzie, three brothers; Wooten, Willie, and P. W. Dear, and a granddaughter; Jole. She is survives by one son; Claude Jones and wife Ann of Mangham, one grandson; Claude Mitchell Jones and wife Melissa, two granddaughters; Janna Rodgers and Jill Fallin and her husband David, great great grandchildren; Shawn, Chelsea, Chase, Lindsay, Josh, Kirsten, & Dusty. Pallbearers will be Claude Nobles, Willie Jones, Terry Dear, Jim Dear, Johnny Lambert, and Shawn Jones. Online Registry/ Condolenses www.mulhearnfuneral home.com

MRS. MARGARET L. "LOLLY" MAJORS Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe, LA Memorial services for Mrs. Margaret L. Majors 76, of Monroe, LA will be held at 4:00PM Monday, May 21,2007, at Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe. Mrs. Majors was born August 17,1930 in Hearne, TX and died May 18, 2007 in West Monroe, LA. She was preceded in death by her daughter, Linda L. Mallett. Survivors include her two daughters, Janet Brown and husband Denny of Athens, LA and Becky M. Thome and husband Dan of West Monroe, LA; four grandchildren, Justin Brown, Samantha Brown, Blake Thome and Brandon Thome; and she was eagerly expecting her first great grandchild in August. Memorials may be made to American Cancer Society. The family will receive friends from 3:00PM until service time Monday at the funeral home. Online condolences may be sent to www.kilpatrickfuneral homes.com

Arra Olivia Hill, 100
Arra Olivia Hill of West Monroe, a homemaker, died Saturday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Lynn Boyte, 39
FERRIDAY — Lynn Boyte died Saturday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Young's Funeral Home, Ferriday.

Ruth E. Jones, 93
MANGHAM — Ruth E. "Tuts" Jones, a homemaker, died Saturday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Rayville. Burial will be in Lone Cherry Cemetery, Rayville.

Sherry Kay Mayes, 49
SIKES — Sherry Kay Mayes, a native of Columbia and an employee of the Country Boy, died Thursday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Southern Funeral Home, Winnfield. Visitation will begin at noon. Burial will be in Friendship Cemetery, Sikes.

Previously acknowledged
Deville, Dortha "Dorothy" Earline: 10 a.m. today, Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Rayville.
Grey, Pauline: 2 p.m. today, Cox Funeral Home, Oak Grove.
Holland, Johnny Ray: 2 p.m. today, Shiloh Baptist Church, Winnsboro.
Redd, Luciana: 1 p.m. Monday, Farmerville Recreation Center.
Womack, Sybil Farley: 2 p.m. today, Calvary Tabernacle Church, Jonesboro.

May 21, 2007 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

CLYTHIE MAE GRIFFITH Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Funeral services for Clythie Mae Griffith, 72, of West Monroe will be held at 2:00PM Tuesday May 22, 2007 at the Mt. Olive Baptist Church in West Monroe with Rev. Alan Robertson and Rev. Donovan Saunders officiating. Burial will follow at Mt. Olive Church Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home in West Monroe. Mrs. Griffith died May 20, 2007 at her residence in West Monroe. Mrs. Griffithloved to fish. She is preceded in death by her parents, John Gunby and Allie Miller, husband, George Griffith, brothers, John and Jerry Miller, sisters, Rosie Pearl Miller and Ila Joyce Miller. Survivors include her children, Johnny Johnson, and Linda Johnson Woods; sisters, Maudie Gibson, Pat Castleberry and Virginia Hemphill; brothers, James, Glenn and Kenneth Miller; seven grandchildren, eighteen great grandchildren. Pallbearers will be Neil Johnson, Skip Netherland, Joe Henderson, David Miller, Jerry Miller and Dale Miller Visitation will be from 5:00PM until 8:00PM Monday May 21, 2007 at Mulhearn Funeral Home in West Monroe Memorials may be made to the St. Jude Children's Hospital. Online condolence/registry www.mulhearnfuneral home.com

Graveside services for Arra Olivia Hill, 100, of West Monroe will be held at 2:00PM Monday May 21, 2007 at Twin Cities Memorial Gardens in West Monroe with Rev. Marlin Betts officiating, under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home in West Monroe. Mrs. Hill died Saturday May 19, 2007 at the West Monroe Guest House. Survivors include her children, Anita Doyle of Baton Rouge, LA, Stuart Hill and wife Anna Ruth, and Jerry Hill and wife Joy both of West Monroe, LA; grandchildren, Suzanne Africh of Orlando, Florida, Bart Doyle and wife Sharon of Sierra Madre, CA, LaDawn Jones and husband Jimmy of Baton Rouge, LA, Stacy Vedenti and husband Jim of Murrieta, CA, Michelle Hill and Phillip of Kimball, TN, and Samantha Hill of West Monroe, LA; nine great grandchildren and two great great grandchildren. Online Registry/Condolences www.mulhearnfuneral

OHN STEWART HOLLEY James A. Dyal Funeral Home, Summerville, SC John Stewart Holley, 44, of Charleston, husband of Stacey Irick Holley, died Friday, May 18, 2007 at his residence. Funeral service for Mr. Holley will be held Wednesday, May 23, 2007 at 11:30AM at Riverbluff Church, 5421 Riverbluff Parkway, North Charleston, SC. Burial will follow at Carolina Memorial Park, 7113 Rivers Ave., North Charleston. Friends may call at the funeral home Tuesday evening from 6:00PM to 9:00PM. Flowers will be accepted or memorials may be made to a trust fund for the Holley Children at any First Citizens Branch. Mr. Holley was born November 1, 1962, in Monroe, LA, son of Raymond Wilbur Holley and Janice Wilson Holley of Fredericksburg, TX. He was a graduate of the Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary and was founder of Palmetto Community Church. Survivors including his wife and parents are two sons; Aaron Stewart Holley and Caleb Morgan Holley of Charleston, one brother; Bryan Holley (Debbie) of Austin, TX, one nephew; Evan Holley of Austin, TX, one niece; Erica Holley of Austin, TX and brother and sister in law; Eric and Kelly Garner of Raleigh, NC and nephew Andrew Garner of Raleigh, NC. Arrangements by James A. Dyal Funeral Home, 303 S. Main Street, Summerville, SC 29483

Norma B. Anderson, 88
Norma B. Anderson, of West Monroe, a homemaker, died Sunday. Services are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Dessie Mae Andrews, 90
RUSTON — Dessie Mae Andrews, a retired X-ray technician, died Saturday. Services are 10 a.m. today at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Ruston. Burial will be in Longstraw Cemetery near Choudrant. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. today at the funeral home.

Marcie Black, 73
EPPS — Marcie Black, a former supervisor at Delhi hospital, died Sunday. Services are incomplete under the direction of Cox Funeral Home, Delhi.

Herschell Cockerham, 84
JONESVILLE — Herschell C. Cockerham, a retired International Paper Co. logger, died Saturday. Services are 2 p.m. Tuesday at Sandy Lake Pentecostal Church, Jonesville. Burial will be at Taylor Chapel Cemetery under the direction of Young's Funeral Home, Jonesville. Visitation is 6-9 p.m. today at the church.

Charles Easley, 67
JONESBORO — Charles Easley died Saturday. Graveside services are 11 a.m. Tuesday at Friendship Cemetery, Friendship, under the direction of Edmonds Funeral Home, Jonesboro. Visitation is 9-10:30 a.m. Tuesday at the funeral home.

Arra Olivia Hill, 100
Arra Olivia Hill, a homemaker, of West Monroe, died Friday. Graveside services are 2 p.m. today at Twin Cities Memorial Gardens, West Monroe.

Margaret 'Lolly' Majors, 76
Margaret L. "Lolly" Majors, a retired store owner, of West Monroe, died Thursday. Services are 4 p.m. today at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Visitation is 3 p.m. until service at the funeral home.

James Martindale, 88
James Walter Martindale, of West Monroe, died Saturday. Services are 2:30 p.m. Tuesday at the Tutwiler Baptist Church, Tutwiler, Miss. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. today at the church. Burial will be in Rosemound Cemetery, Tutwiler, under the direction of Meredith-Nowell Funeral Home, Clarksdale, Miss.

Connie Gay Tucker, 56
FARMERVILLE — Connie Gay Tucker, retired from CenturyTel, died Sunday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Farrar Funeral Home, Farmerville.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED
Redd, Luciana: 1 p.m. today, Farmerville Recreation Center

May 22, 2007 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

LUCILLE BERRY ANDERSON Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Funeral services for Lucille Berry Anderson, 88, of West Monroe will be held at 11:00AM Wednesday May 23, 2007 at Mt. Vernon Baptist Church in West Monroe with Rev. Woody Rimes and Rev. Gregg Dunn officiating. Burial will follow in the Mt. Vernon Baptist Church Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home in West Monroe. Mrs. Anderson died May 20, 2007 at the Glenwood Regional Medical Center in West Monroe. Mrs. Anderson attended Mt. Vernon Baptist Church. She was preceded in death by her husband Aubrey Anderson. Survivors include her son James Anderson and wife Jamie, grandchildren, Ashlyn, Adyson and Jon Tyler Anderson; sisters, Dorothy Lambert and Ernie Cline; numerous nieces and nephews. Pallbearers will be Terry Berry, Curt Hendrix, Toby Berry, Jody Lambert, Randy Lambert and Terry Berry. Visitation will be from 5:00PM until 8:00PM Tuesday May 22, 2007 at Mulhearn Funeral Home in West Monroe. Memorials may be made to the Louisiana Baptist Children's Home Online condolence/registry www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com

NORMAN WAYNE ANDERSON Edmonds Funeral Home Jonesboro, LA Funeral services for Norman Wayne Anderson of Winnfield will be held on Wednesday, May 23, 2007 at Edmonds Funeral Home Chapel in Jonesboro, at 11:00AM. Officiating will be Bro. Lamar Carpenter. Interment will follow in the Jonesboro Cemetery in Jonesboro. Mr. Anderson was born on November 29, 1941, in Quitman, LA., he was 65. Mr. Anderson was a retired deputy with the Jackson Parish Sheriff's Department. Mr. Anderson passed away on May 19, 2007, in Winnfield. Visitation will be held on Tuesday, May 22, 2007 at Edmonds Funeral Home in Jonesboro from 4:00-9:00PM. Survivors include his wife Patricia B. Anderson of Winnfield, LA., one daughter; Cecille Alexander and husband Roy Alexander, Jr., of Rowlett, TX., one son; Norman Wayne Anderson, Jr., and wife Shelly of Jonebsoro, LA., one sister; Shirley Davis of Jonesboro, LA., one brother; James T. "Bud" Anderson and wife Margaret of Dodson, LA., three grandsons; Brad, Ryan and Matthew Alexander of Rowlett, TX., and one granddaughter; Zoie Marie Anderson on Jonesboro, LA. Mr. Anderson was preceded in death by his parents; Homer and Minnie Anderson, his first wife; Mary Gene Anderson, one sister; Farris "Boots" Hickman and one brother; Kenneth Anderson. Pallbearers and Honorary pallbearers will be members of the Jackson Parish Sheriff's Department.

JUDGE DARYL BLUE Miller Funeral Home Monroe, LA Daryl Blue was born July 11, 1950 in St. Louis, MO to the late Grace and Alvin Blue. He passed away May 17, 2007 at Methodist Hospital in Houston, TX. Judge Blue obtained degree's from Southern, IL University and Sangamon State University, Springfield, IL, and his Juris Doctorate in 1979 from Southern University Law Center, Baton Rouge, LA. In 1980 he began work with NE Legal Assistance Corp, of Monroe, LA. He met and married Debbie and to this union three children were born. He accepted Christ and was a member of the Trenton Baptist Church, where he served as Deacon Board Chairman. He was active in his community where he served as swim instructor, little league coach and worked with adolescents which demonstrated his belief in supporting youth. In 1986 he joined the law firm Hunter, Scott, Blue, Johnson and Ross. In 2002 he became the City Prosecutor for the City of Monroe. In October 2002 he was elected as Monroe City Court Judge Division C. Memories will be cherished by his wife Debbie, children; Daryl II, DeAnna and Desmond; brothers Larry and Byron (Trudy) Blue; sisters Brenda (Marvin) Bryant, Kathy (Maurice) Mosley, and Kimberly (Hiram) Jackson and other relatives and friends. Visitation will be Tuesday May 22, 2007 from 1:00PM to 6:00PM at the Trenton Baptist Church, 2117 Cypress Street, West Monroe, family hour will be from 6:00PM to 8:00PM. Funeral Services will be at Macedonia Baptist Church Wednesday May 23,2007 at 1:00PM with Rev. L.R. Martin officiating. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Iberia Bank Daryl Blue Memorial Scholarship Fund.

MR. LESLIE WAYNE CLARK Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Graveside services for Mr. Leslie Wayne Clark 58, of West Monroe, LA will be held at 11:00AM Tuesday, May 22, 2007, at Twin City Memorial Gardens, West Monroe. Mr. Clark was born June 6, 1948 in Jonesville, LA and died May 20, 2007 in West Monroe, LA. He was preceded in death by his parents, Garland Clark, Sr. and Lillie Mae Parker Clark. his sister, Hazel Ply. Survivors include his loving wife, Martha Matthews Clark; children, Danielle Spurlock and husband, Gary; Robin Montfort and husband, Danny Ray, Sabrina Webb ; brothers, Garland Clark, Jr., J. W. Morris, C.D. Morris, Sr., Carlous Morris; sister, Laura Flores; Also survived by seven grandchildren. The family will receive friends from 9:30AM until 10:30AM Tuesday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Online condolences may be sent to www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com

JOHN HOWARD EMERSON Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Rd. Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mr. John Emerson, 67 of Monroe, will be held 2:00PM Tuesday, May 22, 2007, in the Chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe with Rev. Carl Shurte and Rev. David Mayo officiating. Interment will follow at Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery. Mr. Emerson was living at Riverside Nursing Home and was a memeber of Living Way Pentecostal Church; John loved his church and was a Bible scholar. Mr. Emerson was preceded in death by father; John Mack Emerson, mother; Atsy Smith Emerson, and sister; Mary Wilson. Survivors include sister Joyce Folds and husband Dr. Calvin Folds; and numerous Nieces and Nephews. Visitation will be 1:00PM to 2:00PM Tuesday , May 22, 2007 before the services. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com

THOMAS W. "TOMMY" HALES Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Services for Mr. Thomas William "Tommy" Hales, 47, of Columbia, LA will be held at 2:00PM Wednesday in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home in West Monroe, La. with Rev. Shane Warren and Rev. Rick Crandall officiating. Tommy died May 21, 2007 in an automobile accident. Tommy was employed with the City of Monroe Water Department for over 20 years, before joining Georgia Pacific Paper Company. He enjoyed outdoors, especially fishing, 4-wheeler riding, also singing and playing the guitar. He loved his friends and family. He served in the United States Navy. He was preceded in death by his father Ellis Brent Hales. Survivors, wife; Karen W. Hales, mother; Billie Jean Arrant, Brother; Gary Hales, Sister; Lorrie Boyer, and numerous nieces and nephews. Pallbearers will be Russell Watkins, Mike Boyer, Mark Swinea, Ryan Boyer, John Taylor, John Williams, Rick Williams and Shane Scarbrough . Visitation will be 5:00PM until 8:00PM Tuesday at Mulhearn Funeral Home. Memorials may be made to National Federation for the Blind. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com

MR. DWIGHT EUGENE HANSEN Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Rd. Monroe, LA Memorial graveside service for Mr. Dwight Eugene Hansen, 86, of Monroe, LA, will be held at 11:00AM Wednesday, May 23, 2007, at Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery with Rev. John Langham officiating under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Rd. Monroe. Mr. Hansen passed away on May 21, 2007, at St. Francis Medical Center. He was a member Grace Minister Presbyterian Church. a member of Bayou Desiard Country Club for over 50 years, he was an avid golfer and Gin Rummy player. He will be missed by his friends in the 19th Hole and at Saturday morning breakfasts. He always appreciated and enjoyed the fellowship of his many friends. His greatest pleasure in recent years was hanging out with his grandson, Adam, at Chauvin Grocery and participating in the young lives of his great granddaughters, Anna Grace and Lela Kate. They were the light of his life. He was preceded in death by his wife, Gladys Marie "Susie" Hansen; and son, Mark Eugene Hansen. Survivors include his son, Steven A. Hansen and wife Pamela of Monroe; daughter, Julia Carr and husband Dwayne of Garland, Texas; grandson, Adam Hansen and wife Julie; two beloved great granddaughters, Anna Grace and Lela Kate Hansen; and special friends, Wendy Wiggins and Toby Bancroft. Visitation will be from 4:00PM until 6:00PM Tuesday at Mulhearn Funeral Home. Memorials may be made to the American Heart Association or the National Federation for the Blind of Louisiana, 101 So. Trenton St., Ruston, LA 71270 Registry/ Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com.

MRS. ANITA KAYE STAGGS HEAROLD Mulhearn Funeral Home Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneral home.com Sterlington Rd. Monroe, LA Funeral service for Mrs. Anita Kaye Staggs Hearold, 52, of Monroe, LA, will be held at 11:00AM Wednesday, at Christian Life Church with Rev. Danny Chance and Rev. G. E. Chance officiating. Interment will follow in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Rd. Monroe. Mrs. Hearold passed away on May 20, 2007, at her residence. She was a member of the Christian Life Church. Her voice and spirit has touched and blessed many throughout her life. Survivors include her husband, Terry Randal Hearold; sister, LaDonna Staggs Lynch and husband Gary; two brothers, Gary Lee Staggs and wife Phyllis all of Monroe, LA; and Gregg Staggs and wife Amy of West Monroe, LA; and two nephews, Garrison Lynch and Cameron Hebert. Pallbearers will be Joe Wiley, Jay Wiley, Todd Wiley, Glenn Cupit, Gene Cupit, and Ronnie Cupit. Honorary pallbearers will be Terry Oglethorpe, David Daigle, and Jared Howell. Visitation will be from 5:00PM until 7:00PM Tuesday at Christian Life Church. Memorials may be made to the Christian Life Church Building Fund.

MR. JAMES MICHAEL MCBETH Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Memorial services for Mr. James Michael McBeth 58, of West Monroe, LA will be held at 2:00PM Wednesday, May 23, 2007, at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Father Robert Dandridge officiating. Mr. McBeth was born March 13, 1949 in Natchez, Mississippi and died May 21, 2007 in West Monroe, LA. He was preceded in death by his father, James Marion McBeth. Survivors include his mother, Carrie Elise McBeth; sister, Rebecca McBeth. The family will receive friends from 1:00PM until service time, Wednesday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Online condolences may be sent to www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com

CONNIE GAY LEE TUCKER FARRAR FUNERAL HOME Farmerville, LA. On October 3, 1950, Connie Gay Lee Tucker was born to George and Ruth Lee. She was married to Danny Tucker for 37 years and had two girls that she dearly loved. On May 20, 2007 at the age of 56, God called Connie home to be with Him and her parents after a seven year battle with cancer. She passed away at her residence surrounded by her family and friends. Connie was a retired employee of CenturyTel, a loving wife and mother, and an avid supporter of the cancer support group, Circle of Friends. Her involvement with the Circle of Friends organization was tireless. She provided support for many newly diagnosed cancer patients by sitting with them through chemo treatments, providing information, and moral support so new patients would continue to have a positive outlook. Visitation will be on Tuesday, May 22, 2007 from 5:00PM-8:00PM at Farrar Funeral Home in Farmerville. Funeral services are to be held at 10:00AM on Wednesday, May 23, 2007 at Conway Baptist Church with Bro. Terry Mims and Bro. Matt Taylor officiating. Burial will follow in the Conway Cemetery under the direction of Farrar Funeral Home. Pallbearers will be Daniel Kimball, David Yarborough, Jeremy Hobbs, Danny Frasier, Jerry Daniels and George Upshaw. Connie is preceded in death by her father and mother, George and Ruth Lee and her father-in-law, George Earl Kyle. She leaves to carry on her memory her husband, Danny Tucker of Farmerville; daughters and sons-in-law, Mandi and Joe Booth and Marcie and Jayme Parker all of Farmerville; one special friend who has been like a son: Daniel Kimball of Farmerville; one sister and brother-in-law: Mary and Jerry Matthews of Farmerville; Mother-in-law: Melba Kyle of Marion; brother-in-law and sister-in-law: George (Kim) and Shirley Kyle of Marion; one niece: Kelsey Kyle of Marion; and two nephews: Todd and Thad Matthews of Farmerville. Donations can be made to The American Cancer Society, 1761 No. 19th Street, Monroe, La. 71201. Online condolences may be made at: www.farrarfh.com

Walter D. Avant, 73
MER ROUGE — Walter D. Avant, a master millwright, died Sunday. Services are 2 p.m. Wednesday at Golden Funeral Home, Bastrop. Visitation is 5-9 p.m. today at the funeral home. Burial will be in McKnight Cemetery, Holly Ridge.

Marcie 'Mimi' Black, 73
EPPS — Marcie "Mimi" Black, a former chief tech at Delhi Hospital's X-ray department, died Sunday. Services are 2 p.m. Wednesday at Epps Baptist Church. Visitation is 11 a.m.—9 p.m. today and 9 a.m. until services at Cox Funeral Home, Delhi. Burial will be in Epps Cemetery.

Judge Daryl Blue, 56
City Court Judge Daryl Blue of Monroe died Thursday. Services are 1 p.m. Wednesday at Macedonia Baptist Church, Monroe. Visitation is 1-6 p.m. with family time 6-8 p.m. today at Trenton Baptist Church, West Monroe. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery, Monroe under the direction of Miller Funeral Home, Monroe.

Leslie Wayne Clark, 58
Leslie Wayne Clark of West Monroe, a truck driver, died Sunday. Graveside services are 11 a.m. today at Twin Cities Memorial Gardens, West Monroe. Visitation is 9:30-10:30 a.m. at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Eddie Evans, 77
Eddie Evans of Monroe, a city of Monroe maintenance worker, died Saturday. Services are noon Saturday at Zion Baptist Church, Foules. Visitation is 1-6 p.m. Friday at Miller Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in the church cemetery.

Clythie Mae Griffith, 72
Clythie Mae Griffith of West Monroe, a homemaker, died Sunday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Mount Olive Baptist Church, West Monroe. Burial will be in the church cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Mary Mitchell, 52
Mary Mitchell of Monroe died Sunday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Smith Funeral Home, Monroe.

Mariah Perry, 91
RICHWOOD — Mariah Perry, a homemaker, died Tuesday. Services are noon Thursday at Pleasant Green Baptist Church, Richwood. Visitation is 6-7 p.m. at Hester Central State Funeral Home, Richwood. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Garden Cemetery.

Tyrel Robinson, 6 mos.
FARMERVILLE — Tyrel Robinson, infant son of Tara Robinson and Bruce Robinson, died Friday. Graveside services are 11 a.m. Wednesday at Marion Baptist Church Cemetery, Marion. Visitation is 3-5 p.m. today at Tennant Funeral Home, Farmerville.

Phil Taylor, 96
BASKIN — Phil Taylor, a farmer, died Sunday. Services are 10 a.m. today at Gill First National Funeral Home, Winnsboro. Burial will be in Crowville Masonic Cemetery, Crowville.

Victoria T. Williams, 84
DELHI — Victoria T. Williams, a retired cook, died Sunday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of McFarland Funeral Home, Delhi.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED
Cockerham, Herschell C.: 2 p.m. today, Sandy Lake Pentecostal Church, Jonesville.
Easley, Charles: 11 a.m. today, Friendship Cemetery, Friendship.
Martindale, James Walter: 2:30 p.m. today, Tutwiler Baptist Church, Tutwiler, Miss

May 23 , 2007 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

YVONNE HANCOCK Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral Services for Mrs. Yvonne Hancock, 77, of West Monroe, LA will be 10:00AM Friday, May 25, 2007 in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home in West Monroe with Rev. Dennis Anger officiating. Burial will follow at Mulhearn Memorial Park Mausoleum. Mrs. Hancock passed away on May 22, 2007. She was a member of Cypress Street Church of God and Cadeville Eastern Star. She was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and sister. She enjoyed fishing, reading the Bible, playing the piano, but must of all spending time with family and friends. Mrs. Hancock was preceded in death by her husband of 56 years, Curtis Hancock, son, Johnny L. Hancock, her parents, Boy and Charlie Walker, and brother, Earl H. Walker. She is survived by her daughter, Teresa Watson and her husband James; grandchildren, Dawn Watson, Leslie Johnson and her husband Heath, Johnny Ray Hancock, Terry Hancock, Jerry Hancock, Jessica Morgan; great-grandchildren, Kelsea, Logan, Tyler, and Zach; sisters, Lucy McDonald, Edwina Martin, Ruth Saxon and her husband Johnny, and numerous nieces and nephews. Pallbearers will be Matthew Martin, Jerry Christy, Heath Johnson, Ronnie Sanford, James Butler, John Van-Vacter, and Mike McDonald. Visitation will be from 5:00PM until 8:00PM Thursday, May 24, 2007 at Mulhearn Funeral Home in West Monroe. A special thanks to Rev. Dennis Anger, Dr. Clyde Elliott, Dr. Richard O'Donovan, Fresenius Dialysis, Dr. Greg Vigna, Dr. R. V. Jones, the West Monroe Guest House, Healthsouth of Ruston for your special and loving care. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com

VERNIE MCCAUSLIN BYNOG Blanchard St. Denis Funeral Home Natchitoches, LA Funeral services for Vernie McCauslin Bynog will be held at 1:00PM in Blanchard St. Denis Chapel and 2:00PM in Rocky Mount Congregational Methodist Church with Rev. Lindle Stewart officiating. Burial will be in Rocky Mount Cemetery at Robeline, La. Visitation will be Thursday, May 24, 2007 from 5:00PM until 9:00 PM and on Friday, May 25, 2007 from 8:00AM until service time in the funeral home. Mrs. Bynog, 80, of Natchitoches, La., died Tuesday, May 22, 2007, at Natchitoches Regional Long Term Care Unit. in Natchitoches, La. She was a native of Robeline, La. She was a nurses aide for Professional Home Health and a member of Rocky Mount Congregational Methodist Church, as well as a devoted wife, loving mother and grandmother, with a passion for cooking and fishing. She was preceded in death by her husband, Ansley Bynog; parents, Allen McCauslin and Ella Jordan McCauslin; sisters, Evie Mae Withers, Lorie Worley; brothers, Roy McCauslin and Johnny McCauslin. She is survived by two daughters, Yvonne Stewart and husband Lindle of Monroe, La. and Delilah McLaren and husband Mike of Natchitoches, La.; one son, Wade Bynog and wife Susan of Pineville, La.; one brother, Bill McCauslin of Robeline, La.; seven grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. Pallbearers will be Steven Kane, Darren McCauslin, David Vogt, Anthony Stewart, Michael Paul McLaren, and Greg Smith. Memorials may be made to Rocky Mount Cemetery Fund % of Mr. Pete Broadway 1875 Rocky Mount Road Robeline, La. 71469. For online condolences please visit us at www.blanchardstdenisfuneralhome.com.

THOMAS ED GRIFFITH West Monroe, LA Memorial services for Thomas Ed Griffith will be held on Friday May 25th 2007 at 6:00PM at Twin Cities Bible Church in West Monroe. Pastor B.C. Pepper will be officiating along with brothers Kerry Moore & Dorsey Byers. Thomas passed away May 8th at Glenwood Regional Medical Center after a lengthy illness. Thomas had served 14 years in the Navy, and was an avid Ham Radio Operator for many years. He had retired from Entergy in 2002. Thomas was preceded in death by his mother Susie, brothers Robert, Howard, and George Griffith and sister Blanche Mabry. He is survived by his wife of 42 years, Barbara, son Thomas E. Griffith Jr, daughter Dulcie Regester and step-daughters Holly & Sherry Putnam.

MRS. HILDA BUNN YEAGER Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mrs. Hilda Bunn Yeager, 75, of West Monroe, will be held on Friday, May 25, 2007, at 10:00AM in the Chapel of the Kilpatrick Funeral Home of West Monroe with the Rev. Calton Yeager and J. W. Bunn officiating. Interment will follow in the Antioch Cemetery in Eros, LA, under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home of West Monroe. Born November 9, 1931, in Eros, LA, she passed away on Tuesday evening, May 22, 2007, in West Monroe. "Miss Hilda" was preceded in death by a daughter, LuAnne Yeager; her parents, Theoda and Lois Jones Bunn; her sisters, Mary Bunn Pickett and Jean Bunn Head; and a brother, Curtis Bunn. A devoted and loving wife, mother, and grandmother, Miss Hilda was a long-time member of the Highland Baptist Church and a former switchboard operator and bookkeeper at Glenwood Regional Medical Center. She was the valedictorian graduate of Eros High School. Survivors include her beloved husband, L.O. "Sam" Yeager; son, Luther R. "Randy" Yeager; daughter, Laurie Yeager Clay and husband, Mike; grandson, Samuel Howard Clay; brothers, J.W. Bunn and wife, Pat; Wayne Bunn; sister-in-law, Rawlsyn Bunn; and a number of nieces and nephews. Pallbearers are Darrell Crowell, Tyler Bunn, Kenneth Bunn, Jeff Bunn, KaCee Bunn-Smith, and Billy Fuller. Visitation will be Thursday evening from 5:00 to 8:00PM at Kilpatrick Funeral Home of West Monroe. "The Angels sing as they welcome her home!" Online condolences may be sent to www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com

MR. LEON NEAL ODOM Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. A visitation to celebrate the life of Leon Neal Odom, 65, of West Monroe, will be held from 6:00PM to 8:00 PM Thursday, May 24, 2007 at Kilpatrick Funeral Home in West Monroe. Mr. Odom entered this life on June 11, 1941 and departed for a better life on May 21, 2007. His wishes were to donate his body to LSU Health Sciences Center in Shreveport and this may help in finding a cure for Alzheimer's Disease and Parkinson's Disease. Leon was known to many as "Curly" and known as "Q-Paw" to his beloved grandchildren. He was a member of First Baptist Church of West Monroe. He was an avid hunter and fisherman. Curly spent many weekends at the hunting and the fishing camps. He was quick with a joke or playing a trick on someone. He always had a story to tell. He also loved to play softball, playing until just a few years ago when he wasn't able to anymore. Other than the time he spent with his grandchildren and the outdoors, Curly also loved Alabama and Bear Bryant. His hounds tooth hats will be treasured. Curly grew up in State Line, MS. and Citronelle, AL. This is where he met his wife, Margaret. After marriage, they made their home for several years in Vicksburg, MS. where Curly sold building materials and had a construction company. Curly and Margaret eventually returned to West Monroe. Curly worked selling building materials until his retirement last year. Curly is preceded in death by his parents, Thelma Beakley and Raymond Odom, his mother-in-law, Ezelle Bottoms, and his grandson, Christopher Dillingham. Survivors include his wife of 47 years, Margaret B. Odom, of West Monroe, his children, Joey Odom and wife Lydia, of Lake Charles, Sonja Dillingham, of West Monroe, and Felicia Hamby and husband Al, of Eros, his grandchildren, Daniel and Blake Odom, Austin and Autumn Dillingham, Samantha and Dalton Hamby; one brother, Kenneth Odom of Waynesboro, MS. Memorials may be made to a favorite charity, The Alzheimer's Association or The National Parkinson's Foundation. Online condolences may be sent to www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com

DWAIN WHITEHEAD Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Services for Dwain Whitehead, 40 of West Monroe, LA will be 2:00PM Friday, May 25, 2007 in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home in West Monroe with Rev. John White and Rev. Charles Dupree officiating. Burial will follow at New Chapel Hill Baptist Church Cemetery in West Monroe, LA. Dwain went to be with the Lord on May 22, 2007. He was a loving son to his parents, Ralph and Mary Whitehead, a loving father to his sons Dustin Whitehead and Shelby Jones, and a loving nephew to his numerous aunts and uncles. Pallbearers will be Oscar Beardon, Jr., Brandon Massingale, Curtis McGrew, Brian McGraw, Scotty Thornton, and Donnie Thornton. Visitation will be from 5:00PM to 9:00PM Thursday May 24, 2007 and again from 9:00AM until service time on Friday, May 25, 2007 at Mulhearn Funeral Home in West Monroe. In lieu of flowers, the family request memorial to be made to New Chapel Hill Baptist Church Building Fund. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com

TOMMY HARPER April 7, 1960 - May 24, 2002 Forever in Our Hearts

Eugene Birden, 54
EPPS — Eugene Birden, a farmer, died Saturday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Rocky Mount Zion Church, Epps. Visitation is 7-8 p.m. Friday at the church. Burial will be in the church cemetery under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville.

Eddie Burrell, 75
COLUMBIA — Eddie Burrell died Monday. Services are 3 p.m. Saturday at Good Hope Baptist Church, Corey. Visitation is 2-7 p.m. Friday at Miller Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in the church cemetery.

Thomas Duchesne Sr., 67
Thomas Arthur Duchesne Sr. of Monroe, a retired carpenter, died Monday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Burial will be in Hall Cemetery.

William 'Jack' Ellison, 94
RAYVILLE — William "Jack" Ellison, a surveyor, died Saturday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at Hamlett Temple CME Church, Rayville. Visitation is 2-6 p.m. Friday at Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville. Burial will be in Halls Cemetery.

Doris Griffin, 69
Doris Griffin of Monroe, a retired teacher, died Monday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Mount Olivet Baptist Church, Monroe. Visitation is 4:30-5:30 p.m. Friday at Miller Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens.

Robert Harris, 37
RAYVILLE — Robert Harris died Sunday. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at Hopewell Baptist Church, New Light. Visitation is 6-7 p.m. Friday at Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville. Burial will be in New Light Cemetery.

Fredrick James, 25
RUSTON — Fredrick James died Sunday. Services are 1 p.m. today at East Gate Auditorium, St. Joseph. Burial will be in Lakewood Cemetery, St. Joseph under the direction of Beckwith Golden Gate Funeral Home, Tallulah.

Lee Andrew Johnson, 63
WATERPROOF — Lee Andrew Johnson, a repairman, died May 15. Services are noon Saturday at Myrtle Grove Baptist Church, Waterproof. Burial will be in church cemetery under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville.

Horace Langston, 85
Horace Langston of West Monroe, a retired transportation technician with the Louisiana National Guard, died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Jerry McGraw, 37
RAYVILLE — Jerry McGraw, a truck driver, died Saturday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at Sunflower Baptist Church, Bossier City. Visitation is 7-8 p.m. today at Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville and 10 a.m. until time of services Saturday at the church. Burial will be in Adile Cemetery, Mangham.

Leeah Murray, infant
EROS — Leeah Danielle Monroe Murray, the infant daughter of Daniel and Crystal Murray, died Saturday. A private family ceremony was held Tuesday in West Monroe under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Floyd Ray Posey Jr., 52
EXTENSION — Floyd Ray Posey Jr., a Franklin Parish School Board maintenance employee, died Tuesday. Services are 10 a.m. Friday at Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home, Winnsboro. Visitation is 5-9 p.m. today at the funeral home. Burial will be in Fort Necessity Baptist Church Cemetery.

Leonard L. Robinson, 89
COLUMBIA — Leonard L. Robinson, a retired electrician, plumber and beekeeper, died Tuesday. Services are 2 p.m. Friday at Riser Funeral Home, Columbia. Visitation is 4-9 p.m. today and 9 a.m. until service time at the funeral home. Burial will be in McGehee/Mount Rose Cemetery, east of Grayson.

Barbara Ann Russell, 59
OAK GROVE — Barbara Ann Russell, a deputy warden, died Tuesday. Services are 10 a.m. today at Cox Funeral Home, Oak Grove. Burial will be at 4 p.m. today in Evergreen Cemetery, Woodville, Miss.

Peolia Taylor, 99
Peolia Taylor of Monroe died Tuesday. Services are 3 p.m. Saturday at Miller Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in J.S. Clark Cemetery, Monroe.

Thelma F. Williams, 78

Thelma F. Williams of Monroe, a food service worker with the Monroe City School System, died Monday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at New St. James Baptist Church, Monroe. Visitation is 2-7 p.m. Friday at Miller Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens.

Iva Winnon, 85
Iva Lou Cranford Winnon of Swartz, a homemaker, died Wednesday. Services are 10 a.m. Friday at Lock Arbor Baptist Church, Bastrop. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. today at Golden Funeral Home, Bastrop. Burial will be in the church cemetery.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED
Evans, Eddie: noon Saturday, Zion Baptist Church, Foules.
Hill, Elbert Henry: 11 a.m. Monday, Mount Zion Baptist Church, Monroe.
Livingston, Tillman L.: 11 a.m. Saturday, Mount Zion Baptist Church, Grambling.
Odom, Leon "Curly": 6-8 p.m. today, Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.
Roberts, Raymond: 1 p.m. today, Golden Funeral Home, Bastrop.
Tatum, Mariah Perry: noon today, Pleasant Green Baptist Church, Richwood.
Thompson, Lucille: 10 a.m. today, Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery, Monroe

May 24 , 2007 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

YVONNE HANCOCK Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral Services for Mrs. Yvonne Hancock, 77, of West Monroe, LA will be 10:00AM Friday, May 25, 2007 in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home in West Monroe with Rev. Dennis Anger officiating. Burial will follow at Mulhearn Memorial Park Mausoleum. Mrs. Hancock passed away on May 22, 2007. She was a member of Cypress Street Church of God and Cadeville Eastern Star. She was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and sister. She enjoyed fishing, reading the Bible, playing the piano, but must of all spending time with family and friends. Mrs. Hancock was preceded in death by her husband of 56 years, Curtis Hancock, son, Johnny L. Hancock, her parents, Boy and Charlie Walker, and brother, Earl H. Walker. She is survived by her daughter, Teresa Watson and her husband James; grandchildren, Dawn Watson, Leslie Johnson and her husband Heath, Johnny Ray Hancock, Terry Hancock, Jerry Hancock, Jessica Morgan; great-grandchildren, Kelsea, Logan, Tyler, and Zach; sisters, Lucy McDonald, Edwina Martin, Ruth Saxon and her husband Johnny, and numerous nieces and nephews. Pallbearers will be Matthew Martin, Jerry Christy, Heath Johnson, Ronnie Sanford, James Butler, John Van-Vacter, and Mike McDonald. Visitation will be from 5:00PM until 8:00PM Thursday, May 24, 2007 at Mulhearn Funeral Home in West Monroe. A special thanks to Rev. Dennis Anger, Dr. Clyde Elliott, Dr. Richard O'Donovan, Fresenius Dialysis, Dr. Greg Vigna, Dr. R. V. Jones, the West Monroe Guest House, Healthsouth of Ruston for your special and loving care. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com

VERNIE MCCAUSLIN BYNOG Blanchard St. Denis Funeral Home Natchitoches, LA Funeral services for Vernie McCauslin Bynog will be held at 1:00PM in Blanchard St. Denis Chapel and 2:00PM in Rocky Mount Congregational Methodist Church with Rev. Lindle Stewart officiating. Burial will be in Rocky Mount Cemetery at Robeline, La. Visitation will be Thursday, May 24, 2007 from 5:00PM until 9:00 PM and on Friday, May 25, 2007 from 8:00AM until service time in the funeral home. Mrs. Bynog, 80, of Natchitoches, La., died Tuesday, May 22, 2007, at Natchitoches Regional Long Term Care Unit. in Natchitoches, La. She was a native of Robeline, La. She was a nurses aide for Professional Home Health and a member of Rocky Mount Congregational Methodist Church, as well as a devoted wife, loving mother and grandmother, with a passion for cooking and fishing. She was preceded in death by her husband, Ansley Bynog; parents, Allen McCauslin and Ella Jordan McCauslin; sisters, Evie Mae Withers, Lorie Worley; brothers, Roy McCauslin and Johnny McCauslin. She is survived by two daughters, Yvonne Stewart and husband Lindle of Monroe, La. and Delilah McLaren and husband Mike of Natchitoches, La.; one son, Wade Bynog and wife Susan of Pineville, La.; one brother, Bill McCauslin of Robeline, La.; seven grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. Pallbearers will be Steven Kane, Darren McCauslin, David Vogt, Anthony Stewart, Michael Paul McLaren, and Greg Smith. Memorials may be made to Rocky Mount Cemetery Fund % of Mr. Pete Broadway 1875 Rocky Mount Road Robeline, La. 71469. For online condolences please visit us at www.blanchardstdenisfuneralhome.com.

THOMAS ED GRIFFITH West Monroe, LA Memorial services for Thomas Ed Griffith will be held on Friday May 25th 2007 at 6:00PM at Twin Cities Bible Church in West Monroe. Pastor B.C. Pepper will be officiating along with brothers Kerry Moore & Dorsey Byers. Thomas passed away May 8th at Glenwood Regional Medical Center after a lengthy illness. Thomas had served 14 years in the Navy, and was an avid Ham Radio Operator for many years. He had retired from Entergy in 2002. Thomas was preceded in death by his mother Susie, brothers Robert, Howard, and George Griffith and sister Blanche Mabry. He is survived by his wife of 42 years, Barbara, son Thomas E. Griffith Jr, daughter Dulcie Regester and step-daughters Holly & Sherry Putnam.

MRS. HILDA BUNN YEAGER Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mrs. Hilda Bunn Yeager, 75, of West Monroe, will be held on Friday, May 25, 2007, at 10:00AM in the Chapel of the Kilpatrick Funeral Home of West Monroe with the Rev. Calton Yeager and J. W. Bunn officiating. Interment will follow in the Antioch Cemetery in Eros, LA, under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home of West Monroe. Born November 9, 1931, in Eros, LA, she passed away on Tuesday evening, May 22, 2007, in West Monroe. "Miss Hilda" was preceded in death by a daughter, LuAnne Yeager; her parents, Theoda and Lois Jones Bunn; her sisters, Mary Bunn Pickett and Jean Bunn Head; and a brother, Curtis Bunn. A devoted and loving wife, mother, and grandmother, Miss Hilda was a long-time member of the Highland Baptist Church and a former switchboard operator and bookkeeper at Glenwood Regional Medical Center. She was the valedictorian graduate of Eros High School. Survivors include her beloved husband, L.O. "Sam" Yeager; son, Luther R. "Randy" Yeager; daughter, Laurie Yeager Clay and husband, Mike; grandson, Samuel Howard Clay; brothers, J.W. Bunn and wife, Pat; Wayne Bunn; sister-in-law, Rawlsyn Bunn; and a number of nieces and nephews. Pallbearers are Darrell Crowell, Tyler Bunn, Kenneth Bunn, Jeff Bunn, KaCee Bunn-Smith, and Billy Fuller. Visitation will be Thursday evening from 5:00 to 8:00PM at Kilpatrick Funeral Home of West Monroe. "The Angels sing as they welcome her home!" Online condolences may be sent to www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com

MR. LEON NEAL ODOM Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. A visitation to celebrate the life of Leon Neal Odom, 65, of West Monroe, will be held from 6:00PM to 8:00 PM Thursday, May 24, 2007 at Kilpatrick Funeral Home in West Monroe. Mr. Odom entered this life on June 11, 1941 and departed for a better life on May 21, 2007. His wishes were to donate his body to LSU Health Sciences Center in Shreveport and this may help in finding a cure for Alzheimer's Disease and Parkinson's Disease. Leon was known to many as "Curly" and known as "Q-Paw" to his beloved grandchildren. He was a member of First Baptist Church of West Monroe. He was an avid hunter and fisherman. Curly spent many weekends at the hunting and the fishing camps. He was quick with a joke or playing a trick on someone. He always had a story to tell. He also loved to play softball, playing until just a few years ago when he wasn't able to anymore. Other than the time he spent with his grandchildren and the outdoors, Curly also loved Alabama and Bear Bryant. His hounds tooth hats will be treasured. Curly grew up in State Line, MS. and Citronelle, AL. This is where he met his wife, Margaret. After marriage, they made their home for several years in Vicksburg, MS. where Curly sold building materials and had a construction company. Curly and Margaret eventually returned to West Monroe. Curly worked selling building materials until his retirement last year. Curly is preceded in death by his parents, Thelma Beakley and Raymond Odom, his mother-in-law, Ezelle Bottoms, and his grandson, Christopher Dillingham. Survivors include his wife of 47 years, Margaret B. Odom, of West Monroe, his children, Joey Odom and wife Lydia, of Lake Charles, Sonja Dillingham, of West Monroe, and Felicia Hamby and husband Al, of Eros, his grandchildren, Daniel and Blake Odom, Austin and Autumn Dillingham, Samantha and Dalton Hamby; one brother, Kenneth Odom of Waynesboro, MS. Memorials may be made to a favorite charity, The Alzheimer's Association or The National Parkinson's Foundation. Online condolences may be sent to www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com

DWAIN WHITEHEAD Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Services for Dwain Whitehead, 40 of West Monroe, LA will be 2:00PM Friday, May 25, 2007 in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home in West Monroe with Rev. John White and Rev. Charles Dupree officiating. Burial will follow at New Chapel Hill Baptist Church Cemetery in West Monroe, LA. Dwain went to be with the Lord on May 22, 2007. He was a loving son to his parents, Ralph and Mary Whitehead, a loving father to his sons Dustin Whitehead and Shelby Jones, and a loving nephew to his numerous aunts and uncles. Pallbearers will be Oscar Beardon, Jr., Brandon Massingale, Curtis McGrew, Brian McGraw, Scotty Thornton, and Donnie Thornton. Visitation will be from 5:00PM to 9:00PM Thursday May 24, 2007 and again from 9:00AM until service time on Friday, May 25, 2007 at Mulhearn Funeral Home in West Monroe. In lieu of flowers, the family request memorial to be made to New Chapel Hill Baptist Church Building Fund. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com

TOMMY HARPER April 7, 1960 - May 24, 2002 Forever in Our Hearts

Eugene Birden, 54
EPPS — Eugene Birden, a farmer, died Saturday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Rocky Mount Zion Church, Epps. Visitation is 7-8 p.m. Friday at the church. Burial will be in the church cemetery under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville.

Eddie Burrell, 75
COLUMBIA — Eddie Burrell died Monday. Services are 3 p.m. Saturday at Good Hope Baptist Church, Corey. Visitation is 2-7 p.m. Friday at Miller Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in the church cemetery.

Thomas Duchesne Sr., 67
Thomas Arthur Duchesne Sr. of Monroe, a retired carpenter, died Monday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Burial will be in Hall Cemetery.

William 'Jack' Ellison, 94
RAYVILLE — William "Jack" Ellison, a surveyor, died Saturday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at Hamlett Temple CME Church, Rayville. Visitation is 2-6 p.m. Friday at Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville. Burial will be in Halls Cemetery.

Doris Griffin, 69
Doris Griffin of Monroe, a retired teacher, died Monday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Mount Olivet Baptist Church, Monroe. Visitation is 4:30-5:30 p.m. Friday at Miller Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens.

Robert Harris, 37
RAYVILLE — Robert Harris died Sunday. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at Hopewell Baptist Church, New Light. Visitation is 6-7 p.m. Friday at Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville. Burial will be in New Light Cemetery.

Fredrick James, 25
RUSTON — Fredrick James died Sunday. Services are 1 p.m. today at East Gate Auditorium, St. Joseph. Burial will be in Lakewood Cemetery, St. Joseph under the direction of Beckwith Golden Gate Funeral Home, Tallulah.

Lee Andrew Johnson, 63
WATERPROOF — Lee Andrew Johnson, a repairman, died May 15. Services are noon Saturday at Myrtle Grove Baptist Church, Waterproof. Burial will be in church cemetery under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville.

Horace Langston, 85
Horace Langston of West Monroe, a retired transportation technician with the Louisiana National Guard, died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Jerry McGraw, 37
RAYVILLE — Jerry McGraw, a truck driver, died Saturday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at Sunflower Baptist Church, Bossier City. Visitation is 7-8 p.m. today at Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville and 10 a.m. until time of services Saturday at the church. Burial will be in Adile Cemetery, Mangham.

Leeah Murray, infant
EROS — Leeah Danielle Monroe Murray, the infant daughter of Daniel and Crystal Murray, died Saturday. A private family ceremony was held Tuesday in West Monroe under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Floyd Ray Posey Jr., 52
EXTENSION — Floyd Ray Posey Jr., a Franklin Parish School Board maintenance employee, died Tuesday. Services are 10 a.m. Friday at Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home, Winnsboro. Visitation is 5-9 p.m. today at the funeral home. Burial will be in Fort Necessity Baptist Church Cemetery.

Leonard L. Robinson, 89
COLUMBIA — Leonard L. Robinson, a retired electrician, plumber and beekeeper, died Tuesday. Services are 2 p.m. Friday at Riser Funeral Home, Columbia. Visitation is 4-9 p.m. today and 9 a.m. until service time at the funeral home. Burial will be in McGehee/Mount Rose Cemetery, east of Grayson.

Barbara Ann Russell, 59
OAK GROVE — Barbara Ann Russell, a deputy warden, died Tuesday. Services are 10 a.m. today at Cox Funeral Home, Oak Grove. Burial will be at 4 p.m. today in Evergreen Cemetery, Woodville, Miss.

Peolia Taylor, 99
Peolia Taylor of Monroe died Tuesday. Services are 3 p.m. Saturday at Miller Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in J.S. Clark Cemetery, Monroe.

Thelma F. Williams, 78
Thelma F. Williams of Monroe, a food service worker with the Monroe City School System, died Monday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at New St. James Baptist Church, Monroe. Visitation is 2-7 p.m. Friday at Miller Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens.

Iva Winnon, 85
Iva Lou Cranford Winnon of Swartz, a homemaker, died Wednesday. Services are 10 a.m. Friday at Lock Arbor Baptist Church, Bastrop. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. today at Golden Funeral Home, Bastrop. Burial will be in the church cemetery.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED
Evans, Eddie: noon Saturday, Zion Baptist Church, Foules.
Hill, Elbert Henry: 11 a.m. Monday, Mount Zion Baptist Church, Monroe.
Livingston, Tillman L.: 11 a.m. Saturday, Mount Zion Baptist Church, Grambling.
Odom, Leon "Curly": 6-8 p.m. today, Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.
Roberts, Raymond: 1 p.m. today, Golden Funeral Home, Bastrop.
Tatum, Mariah Perry: noon today, Pleasant Green Baptist Church, Richwood.
Thompson, Lucille: 10 a.m. today, Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery, Monroe

May 25, 2007 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

CAROLYN MCKAY CAMPBELL BIRD Panama City, FL Carolyn McKay Campbell Bird passed away May 22, 2007 in a hospital in Panama City, FL, after a lengthy illness. She was survived by her children Lori Campbell McCullum and husband, Keith of St. Francisville, LA and Glynn Campbell of Panama City Beach, FL; Granddaughters, Brooke and Mindy McCullum; brothers, James and Ralph McKay and sister Syble Ellen. Services are pending.

HORACE LANGSTON Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral services for Horace Langston, 85, of West Monroe, La will be 2:00PM, Saturday, May 26, 2007 at Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA with interment to follow at Roselawn Memorial Gardens, Calhoun, LA under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, La. Mr. Langston was born at Gravel Ridge, Arkansas, May 5, 1922. He passed this life on Tuesday, May 22, 2007 at his home surrounded by his family. He was former owner of Langston's Brake and Front End Service and Langston's Honey of West Monroe. Mr. Langston showed dedication for God and church by serving as a member, board member and recording secretary for Revival Camp Ground Church for many years. Serving as a World War II Veteran having retired from the United States Army as a Master sergeant and a retiree of the Louisiana National Guard, proved his love and dedication to his country. He was also a retiree as a Transportation Technician of the Louisiana National Guard at Selman Field. After his retirement he served as manager and operator of the West Monroe Farmer's Market for several years. Mr. Langston settled in the Monroe area around 1948 after marriage to his wife, companion and friend of 59 years, Mary Anderson Langston. He is preceded in death by his parent. James and Lota Langston, brothers and sisters, Flora McDougal, Marie Nutt, Cecil Langston, Ray Langston, Johnny Langston, Rufus Langston and Jim Langston. His spirit and musical abilities, through singing, playing the piano and guitar, has touched and blessed many throughout his life. The dedication he had to church, family and friends is to be admired and will be remembered by many. Memories will be cherished by his wife, Mary Anderson Langston, his children; Jimmy Langston and wife Sherry, Anita Bower and husband L. E., Noel Langston and his wife Sandra all of West Monroe, LA, and Priscilla Langston and fiancé Donnie Council of Houston, TX; and sister and brother-in-law, Francis Roberts and husband Charles of Swartz, LA; grandchildren; Lisa Bevers, Scott Bower, Jamie Langston, Chad Bower, Bradley Bower, Christean Langston; great grandchildren; Ryan Bevers, Brandi Bower, Melissa Bower, Abigail Bevers, Landon Bevers, Owen Langston, Avery Bower, Aiden Bower and Mary Kathryn Bower. Pallbearers will be Kevin Langston, Jim Bob McDougal, Kenneth McDougal, Danny McDougal, Timmy Langston, Jamie Langston, Herman Nutt and Randy Nutt. Honorary pallbearers will be Mr. Langston's grandsons. The family will receive friends today, Friday from 5:00PM until 8:00PM at Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, La. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com

ELAINE PRITCHETT SMITH Rose-Neath Funeral Home Bossier City, LA Elaine Pritchett Smith, 35 of Haughton, LA passed away Thursday May 24, 2007 in Bossier City, LA. Services will be Saturday May 26, 2007 at 10:00AM at First Baptist Church of Haughton, LA with Brother Woody Rhymes officiating. Burial will follow in Memorial Gardens in Monroe. Mrs. Smith a teacher was born in Landstuhl, Germany and was a 1989 graduate of Ouachita Parish High School and a 2006 graduate of LA Tech with a degree in Elementary Education. She was preceded in death by her paternal grandfather Ward D. Pritchett; maternal grandparents Mr. and Mrs. Floyd Metcalf of Charleston, AR. Survivors are her husband Robert Smith; parents Dr. and Mrs. Davis W. Pritchett of Monroe, LA; paternal grandmother Mrs. Ward D. Pritchett of Charleston, AR; daughters Jana E. Smith, Kaitlyn G. Smith and Emily S. Smith all of Haughton; brother Captain and Mrs. James D. Pritchett of Fairbanks, AK; inlaws Mr. and Mrs. R.C. Smith of West Monroe, LA; numerous aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that memorials be made to St. Jude Childrens Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105-1942.

IVA LOU CRANFORD WINNON Golden Funeral Home Bastrop, La. Funeral services for Mrs. Iva Lou Cranford Winnon, 85, of Swartz, LA are scheduled for 10:00AM Friday, May 25, 2007 at Loch Arbor Baptist Church with Rev. Andy Myrick and Rev. Willis Wilkerson officiating. Interment will follow in Loch Arbor Church Cemetery. Mrs. Winnon, a homemaker and member of Loch Arbor Baptist Church, passed away Wednesday, May 23, 2007 at Morehouse General Hospital. She is survived by three daughters, Jamie Rawls, Cathie Bennett and Denise Johnson; four sons, Tommy, Randy, Ronnie and Brian Winnon; nine grandchildren and four great grandchildren. Mrs. Winnon is preceded in death by her husband, James A. Winnon; grandson, Derek Winnon; parents, Thomas and Mary Cranford; sister, Ida Skipper; six brothers, A.C., Penn, James, Anderson, Andrew and Hardy Cranford. Serving as pallbearers are Jason Rawls, Gary Bennett, Stephen Johnson, and Stevie, Brad, and Brandon Winnon. Visitation will be held Thursday, May 24, 2007 from 5:00PM until 8:00PM at Golden Funeral Home.

Charles H. Avery, 90
DUBACH — Charles Hudson Avery, a retired post office employee, died Thursday. Services are 10 a.m. Saturday at Dubach First Baptist Church. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. today at the church. Burial will be in Hamilton Cemetery under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Ruston.

Frederick Broughton, 45
Frederick Broughton of Monroe, a steel worker, died Wednesday. Memorial services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Funerals by McFarland, Monroe. Visitation is 10 a.m.-7 p.m. today at the funeral home. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens.

Marlene R. Caldwell, 76
SICILY ISLAND — Marlene Ratcliff Caldwell, a certified nurse's assistant at Riverland and retired home health nurse, died Thursday. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at Clayton Pentecostal Church. Visitation is 5-9 p.m. today at the church. Burial will be in Highland Park Cemetery under the direction of Young's Funeral Home, Ferriday.

Billy Ray Cowden, 59
COLLINSTON — Billy Ray Cowden, a retired truck driver, died Tuesday. Services are 10 a.m. Saturday at Golden Funeral Home, Bastrop. Visitation is 5-9 p.m. today at the funeral home. Burial will be in Carter Cemetery, Collinston.

Jamie Doyle, 27
Jamie Doyle of Monroe, a technician processor, died Wednesday. Services are noon Saturday at Bethel Church of God in Christ, Monroe. Visitation is 2-8 p.m. today at Miller Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens.

Leroy Ferguson, 62
CLAYTON — Leroy Ferguson, a employee of the Tensas District Levee Board, died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Richardson & Sims Funeral Home, Ferriday.

Minnie Grey, 65
LAKE PROVIDENCE — Minnie Grey, a homemaker, died Wednesday. Services are 11 a.m. Sunday at Mount Olive Baptist Church, Lake Providence. Visitation is noon-5 p.m. Saturday at Harris Funeral Home, Lake Providence. Burial will be in Rose Hill Cemetery.

Yvonne Hancock, 77
Yvonne Hancock, a bookkeeper, died Tuesday. Services are 10 a.m. today at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Visitation is 9 a.m. until service time today at the funeral home. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Mausoleum, Monroe.

Jackie H. Martin, 63
RUSTON — Jackie H. Martin, a truck driver and construction worker, died Thursday. Services are 3 p.m. Saturday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Ruston. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. today at the funeral home. Burial will be in Colin Memorial Cemetery, Unionville.

Courtney S. McGuffee, 21
HARRISONBURG — Courtney Scott McGuffee died Wednesday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Harrisonburg First Baptist Church. Burial will be in Heard Cemetery, Manifest under the direction of Young's Funeral Home, Jonesville.

Eva Mae Nation, 80
FARMERVILLE — Eva Mae Nation, a homemaker, died Friday. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at the Farmerville Recreation Center. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. today at Blooming Grove Missionary Baptist Church, Farmerville. Burial will be in City Cemetery under the direction of Funerals by McFarland, Monroe.

Vernon Elba Sanders, 83
WINCHESTER, Tenn. — Vernon Elba Sanders, formerly of Columbia, a mechanic, died Wednesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Riser Funeral Home, Columbia.

DeShandra Spurs, 28
SICILY ISLAND — DeShandra Spurs, a Catahoula Parish School System employee, died Sunday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at Martin Junior High School, Sicily Island. Visitation is noon-7 p.m. today at Richardson & Sims Funeral Home, Winnsboro. Burial will be in Pilgrim Baptist Church Cemetery, Sicily Island.

Peolia Taylor, 99
Peolia Taylor of Monroe, a homemaker, died Tuesday. Services are 3 p.m. Saturday at Miller Funeral Home. Visitation is 2-6 p.m. today at the funeral home. Burial will be in J.S. Clark Cemetery, Monroe.

Jo Thornton, 79
BASTROP — Jo Thornton, a seamstress, died Wednesday. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at First Baptist Church, Sterlington. Visitation is 5-9 p.m. today at Cox Funeral Home, Bastrop. Burial will be in Memorial Park Cemetery, Bastrop.

David 'D.V.' Tolliver, 90
WINNSBORO — David Veron "D.V." Tolliver, a school principal, died Tuesday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at True Light Baptist Church. Visitation is 6-7 p.m. today at Richardson & Sims Funeral Home. Burial will be in Gethsemane Memorial Garden Cemetery.

Donnie Waller, 52
WINNSBORO — Donnie Waller, an oilfield worker, died Thursday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home.

Dwain Whitehead, 40
Dwain Whitehead of West Monroe, a truck driver, died Tuesday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Visitation is 9 a.m. until service time today at the funeral home. Burial will be in New Chapel Hill Baptist Church Cemetery.

Victoria T. Williams, 84
DELHI — Victoria T. Williams, a retired cook, died Sunday. Services are 10 a.m. Saturday at Union Valley Missionary Baptist Church. Visitation is 7-8 p.m. today with a wake and Eastern Star ceremonies at McFarland Funeral Home. Burial will be in Mount Zion Church Cemetery.

Hilda Bunn Yeager, 75
Hilda Bunn Yeager of West Monroe, a retired bookkeeper, died Tuesday. Services are 10 a.m. today at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Burial will be in Antioch Cemetery, Eros.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED
Birden, Eugene: 11 a.m. Saturday, Rocky Mount Zion, Epps.
Burrell, Eddie: 3 p.m. Saturday, Good Hope Baptist Church, Corey.
Ellison, William "Jack": 1 p.m. Saturday, Hamlett Temple CME Church, Rayville.
Evans, Eddie: noon Saturday, Zion Baptist Church, Foules.
Griffin, Doris: 11 a.m. Saturday, Mount Olivet Baptist Church, Monroe.
Harris, Robert: 2 p.m. Saturday, Hopewell Baptist Church, New Light.
Johnson, Lee Andrew: noon Saturday, Myrtle Grove Baptist Church, Waterproof.
Livingston, Tillman L.: 11 a.m. Saturday, Mount Zion Baptist Church, Grambling.
McGraw, Jerry: 1 p.m. Saturday, Sunflower Baptist Church, Bossier City.
Robinson, Leonard L.: 2 p.m. today, Riser Funeral Home, Columbia.
Williams, Thelma F.: 11 a.m. Saturday, New St. James Baptist Church, Monroe.
Winnon, Iva L. Cranford: 10 a.m. today, Lock Arbor Baptist Church, Bastrop

May 26, 2007 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

JOHN L. "BUCK" BAKER Mulhearn Fneral Home Rayville, LA Services for Mr. John L. "Buck" Baker. 78 of Oak Ridge, LA will be 2:00PM Sunday, May 27, 2007 at Oak Ridge Baptist Church with Rev. Claud Hughes officiating. Internment to follow in Oak Ridge Episcopal Cemetery, under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home Rayville, LA. Mr. Buck was a member of Oak Ridge Baptist Church, and was presently serving as an Alderman of the town of Oak Ridge. He was employed by International Paper Co. for 38 years working in the Bastrop mill before transfering to Natchez, MS mill in 1950, he retired on March 1, 1985. He served in the U. S. Air Force during the Korean Conflict as a Tech Sgt. From 1951-1955. Mr. Buck was preceded in death by his parents H. A. Baker and Gladys Reese Baker, 3-brothers Everett Baker, William Reese Baker and Hugh F. Baker, and a sister Betty Lou Bailey. He is survived by his wife of 52 years Earline Brown Baker of Oak Ridge, LA; A son John Frederick Baker and his wife Beth of Lake St. John, LA and a daughter Freda Dyess and Her husband Randy of Columbia, MS; brother Ben E. "Sonny" Baker of Oak Ridge, LA; granddaughter Kelly Dyess Hurst and her husband Zack and a great grandson Zeke Hurst all of Columbia, MS and several nieces and nephews. Palbearers will be Bill Baker, Mike Baker, Rickey Baker, Howard Bailey, Jr., Earl W. Baker, Emmett L. Brown, III, James Mayo and Josh Callaway. Honorary Pallbearers are Earl Hogan, Gerald McLendon, Bubba Stevenson and Johnny Fitch. Visitation is from 5:00PM-7:00PM Saturday, May 26, 2007 at the funeral home. On line registry / concolences at www.mulhearnfuneral home.com

BRO. ROY ARCHER Young's Funeral Home Ferriday, LA Services for Bro. Roy Archer, 57, of Sicily Island, LA will be held at New Hope Pentecostal Church on Sunday, May 27, 2007 at 10:00AM with Bro. David Poole, Bro. Robert Martin, Bro. Scott Wilson, Bro. Bill Cotten & Bro. Kenneth Patten officiating. Interment will follow at Highland Park in Sicily Island under the direction of Young's Funeral Home in Ferriday. Bro. Archer was born November 20, 1949 in Hollis, OK and passed away Thursday May 24, 2007 in Jonesville. He was a resident of Sicily Island and Pastor of New Hope Pentecostal Church for 31 years. Before making his church home New Hope Pentecostal, he was an Evangelist. He also served his community as a school bus driver with Catahoula Parish School Board. Bro Archer served as State Youth Director for A.L.J.C. as well as Section 2 Presbyter. He also served as chaplain for Catahoula Correctional Center. He was preceded in Death by: Father-James Archer; Mother-Ethel Archer; Granddaughter-Makayla HopeCross; Sister-Dorothy Argo; rother-in-law-Frank Moore. Survivors include: Wife- Gayla Archer of Sicily Island, La.; Son-Darrell Wayne Archer & wife Amanda of Sicily Island, La.; Daughter-Marita Kay Cross & husband Charles of Gonzales, La.; Son-James Brandon Archer; Granchildren-Alaina Kaye Archer & Breana Nicole Archer; Brother-James Archer & wife Evelyn; Brother-John Archer & wife Melody; Sister-Julie Argo & husband Calvin; Sister-Betty Manney & husband Wilmer; Sister-Laura Staggs & husband Donald; Sister-Wanda Moore. The family will receive friends at New Hope Pentecostal Church from 5:00PM to 9:00PM Saturday, May 26, 2007. To leave an online condolence for the family please visit www.youngsfh.com

JAMES L. "JIMMY" DANA Mulhearn Funeral Home Monroe, La. Funeral services for Mr. James L. "Jimmy" Dana, 53, of Monroe, La. will be held at 2:00PM Sunday May 27, 2007 in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Rd. Monroe, La. with Rev. Bill Vaughn officiating. Interment will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery. Mr. Dana died May 25, 2007 at Glenwood Regional Medical Center after a lengthy illness. Jimmy was preceded by his parents, James and Shirley Dana, sisters, Jeanie and Kathryn and grandparents, Jack and Myrtle Dana. Survivors: wife, Bobbie Foust Dana; brothers, Dale Dana and Lea Dana all of Monroe, La.; numerous nieces and nephews and two great nieces. Pallbearers will be Joey Lucien, Paul Ledford, Donnie Baker, Paul Vondiezelski, Johnny Roush and Scott Albritton. Visitation will be from 5:00PM until 8:00PM Saturday at Mulhearn Funeral Home. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneral home.com

Mozelle Cobb, 74
DELHI — Mozelle Cobb, a homemaker, died Friday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Cox Funeral Home, Delhi.

Shirley Sue Fancher, 71
BOSSIER CITY — Shirley Sue Fancher, a homemaker formerly of Bastrop, died Thursday. Services are 2 p.m. Sunday at Golden Funeral Home, Bastrop. Visitation is noon Sunday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Pine Grove Baptist Cemetery, Bastrop.

James D. Gipson, 74
JONESBORO — James D. “Don” Gipson, a carpenter, died Friday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Donna A. Goodman, 53
BASTROP — Donna Ann “Moat” Goodman, a medical driver, died Friday. Services are 10 a.m. today at Cox Funeral Home, Bastrop. Visitation is 8 a.m. until service time today. Burial will be in Hughes Chapel Cemetery, Bastrop.

Horace Langston, 85
Horace Langston of West Monroe, retired from the Louisiana National Guard, died Tuesday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Burial will be in Roselawn Memorial Gardens, Calhoun.

Susie C. Miller, 91
WINNFIELD — Susie Cockerham Miller, a homemaker, died Friday. Graveside services are 2 p.m. today at Old Union Cemetery, Joyce under the direction of Southern Funeral Home, Winnfield.

Vernon Elba Sanders, 83
WINCHESTER, Tenn. — Vernon Elba Sanders, a mechanic formerly of Columbia, died Wednesday. Services are 2 p.m. Sunday at Riser Funeral Home, Columbia. Visitation is 4-9 p.m. today at the funeral home. Burial will be in Old Union Cemetery, Grayson.

Donnie Waller, 52
WINNSBORO — Donnie Waller, an oilfield worker, died Thursday. Services are 10 a.m. today at Young’s Community Memorial Funeral Home, Winnsboro. Burial will be in Reagan Cemetery, Winnsboro.

Previously acknowledged
Avery, Charles Hudson: 10 a.m. today, Dubach First Baptist Church.
Birden, Eugene: 11 a.m. today, Rocky Mount Zion Church, Epps.
Broughton, Frederick: 11 a.m. today, Funerals by McFarland, Monroe.
Burrell, Eddie: 3 p.m. today, Good Hope Baptist Church, Corey.
Caldwell, Marlene R.: 2 p.m. today, Clayton Pentecostal Church.
Cowden, Billy Ray: 10 a.m. today, Golden Funeral Home, Bastrop.
Doyle, Jamie: noon today, Bethel Church of God in Christ, Monroe.
Ellison, William “Jack”: 1 p.m. today, Hamlett Temple CME Church, Rayville.
Evans, Eddie: noon today, Zion Baptist Church, Foules.
Grey, Minnie: 11 a.m. Sunday, Mount Olive Baptist Church, Lake Providence.
Griffin, Doris: 11 a.m. today, Mount Olivet Baptist Church, Monroe.
Harris, Robert: 2 p.m. today, Hopewell Baptist Church, New Light.
Hill, Elbert Henry: 11 a.m. Monday, Mount Zion Baptist Church, Monroe.
Johnson, Lee Andrew: noon today, Myrtle Grove Baptist Church, Waterproof.
Livingston, Tillman L.: 11 a.m. today, Mount Zion Baptist Church, Grambling.
Martin, Jackie H.: 3 p.m. today, Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Ruston.
McGraw, Jerry: 1 p.m. today, Sunflower Baptist Church, Bossier City.
Nation, Eva Mae: 2 p.m. today, Farmerville Recreation Center.
Spurs, DeShandra: 1 p.m. today, Martin Junior High School, Sicily Island.
Taylor, Peolia: 3 p.m. today, Miller Funeral Home, Monroe.
Thornton, Jo: 2 p.m. today, First Baptist Church, Sterlington.
Tolliver, David ‘D.V.’: 11 a.m. today, True Light Baptist Church, Monroe.
Williams, Thelma F.: 11 a.m. today, New St. James Baptist Church, Monroe.
Williams, Victoria T.: 10 a.m. today, Union Valley Missionary Baptist Church, Delhi

May 27 , 2007 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

WILLIAM PRENTICE "PETE" ELLIOTT, JR. Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road, Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mr. William Prentice "Pete" Elliott, Jr., 83, of Monroe, will be held at 3:30PM Sunday, May 27, 2007, in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe, with Dr. Alan Miller officiating. Interment will follow at Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery. Mr. Elliott passed away Friday, May 25, 2007, at St. Francis North Hospital. He was a U. S. Air Force veteran of WWII and Korea retiring as Major. He was a deputy with the Ouachita Parish Sheriff's Office where he served under Baily Grant and Laymon Godwin. He was also a member of the First Baptist Church of Monroe, and Past Master of Western Star Lodge #24. Mr. Elliott was preceded in death by his parents, William Prentice Elliott, Sr., and Gladys Marie Kramer Elliott; daughter, Darlene Elliott; and sisters, Mildred E. Smith, and Grace E. Wright. Survivors include his wife, Helen Loyce Elliott of Monroe, LA; eight children, Bill Elliott and wife Debbie of West Monroe, LA, Steve Elliott of West Monroe, LA, Glen Elliott and wife Tamera of MS, Prentice Elliott, III of Monroe, LA, Denise Harrell and husband Pete of West Monroe, LA, Helen Margaret Thomas and husband Scott of Pigeon Forge, TN, Vallery Elliott of New Orleans, LA, and Dawn Keshner and husband Earl of West Monroe, LA; grandchildren, Clint and Kirby Price, Erin, Emily, and Ethan Thomas, Ellen Marie Elliott, and Collin Minckler; one great granddaughter, Dakota Price; and nephew, Dick Wright and wife Martha of Houston, TX. Pallbearers will be members of the Ouachita Parish Sheriff's Department. Visitation will be Sunday from 1:00PM until service time at Mulhearn Funeral Home. Memorials may be made to the Northeast Louisiana War Veteran's Home. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneral home.com

MS. JUDY A. MCCARTY Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Graveside services for Ms.Judy A. McCarty, 57, of West Monroe, will be held on Sunday, May 27, 2007, at 2:00PM at Roselawn Memorial Gardens Cemetery in Calhoun, with Rev. Conway Strong officiating. Under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home of West Monroe. Ms. McCarty was born October 17, 1949, in Ouachita Parish, she passed away on Saturday, May 26, 2007, in West Monroe. Survivors include her mother Aline McCarty, sons Rodney Simpson, Kevin Simpson, and Danny Simpson, brothers Randy McCarty and wife Debbie, Jack McCarty and wife Karen, sister Dianne Underwood and husband Carl, special aunt Annie Phillips, 2 grandchildren Online condolences may be sent to www.kilpatrickfuneral homes.com

SAMUEL D. SEAY Riser Funeral Home Columbia, LA Services for Samuel D. Seay, age 71 of Hebert will be held at 10:00AM, Monday, May 28, 2007 from the chapel of Riser Funeral Home in Columbia with Rev. Stacey Thomas and Rev. Leroy Fuqua officiating. Interment will follow in the Columbia Hill Cemetery. Mr. Seay was born in Columbia on January 24, 1936 to the union of Wade and Mattie Kilby Seay and died Friday, May 25, 2007 at his residence in Hebert. He was preceded in death by his parents, his sister: Doris Seay Taylor and his brother: Ardell Seay. He was the owner of Beouf River Retrievers and retired from Brown and Root Co. in 1995. He was a member of the Victory Apostolic Church in Columbia. Survivors include his wife of thirty-three years: Cathryn West Seay of Hebert, his daughters: Tina Ball of Hebert, Tami J. Zahopoulas, Billie Jo Swansey and Tracie Sandifer all of Houston, TX and Kim Johnson of Columbia, his brothers: Robert Seay of Crosby, TX and Harry Seay of Columbia, his sisters: Carolyn Coon of Columbia, Verdell Coie of Downsville and Martha Elmendorf of West Monroe, fifteen grand-children and several great-grandchildren. Pallbearers will be Tony Sandifer, Mark Coie, Dennis Coie, Allen Lofton, Ralph Seay and Barclay Seay. Honorary pallbearers are Harry Seay and Keenan McCracken. Visitation will be Sunday from 5:00PM until 9:00PM at the Victory Apostolic Church on Columbia Eastside and Monday from 8:00AM until time of services at Riser Funeral Home, 7131 Hwy 165, Columbia.

DORIS JEAN TUCKER Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road, Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mrs. Doris Jean Tucker of Foley, AL, formerly of Monroe, will be held at 11:00AM Monday, May 28, 2007, in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe, with Rev. Endel Lee officiating. Interment will follow in New Light Baptist Church Cemetery. Mrs. Tucker passed away Friday, May 25, 2007. She was preceded in death by her parents, Nolan "Slim" and Winifred McCaa of Monroe; and spouses, John M. Layne, and William "Bill" Tucker. Survivors include her four daughters, Lisa and David Henley of Saltillo, MS, Misty and Shane Milling of Albany, GA, Cheryl Layne and Marc Wilt of Baldwin, GA, and Amanda and Charles "Chuck" Scott of El Paso, TX; one son, Sean Tucker of Roanoke, TX; twelve grandchildren, Terry, Taylor, Maegen, and Katie Henley, Chelsea and Savannah Milling, Mika and Haylee Hood, Kami Wilt, Brayden Robertson, and Ally and Caleb Scott; two brothers, Roy McCaa and Tina of Monroe, LA, and Jerry and Angela McCaa of College Station, TX; three sisters, Kay and Brian Turner of Memphis, TN, Carolyn and Jim Nolan of Monroe, LA, and Kathy and Warnie Meisetschleager of Southlake, TX; thirteen nieces and nephews; and friend, Leon Bundy of Robertdale, AL. Pallbearers will be Terry Henley, David Henley, Marc Wilt, Sean Tucker, Shane Milling, and Chuck Scott. Visitation will be Sunday from 5:00PM until 7:00PM at Mulhearn Funeral Home. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneral home.com

John 'Buck' Baker, 78
OAK RIDGE — John "Buck" Baker, a retired International Paper Co. supervisor, died Thursday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Oak Ridge Baptist Church. Burial will be in Episcopal Cemetery, Oak Ridge.

Mozelle Cobb, 74
DELHI — Mozelle Cobb, a homemaker, died Friday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Robinson Baptist Church, Delhi. Burial will be in Herringville Cemetery, Monticello under the direction of Cox Funeral Home, Delhi.

James 'Jimmy' Dana, 53
James L. "Jimmy" Dana of Monroe, a technician with Firestone Tires, died Friday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery.

Edith Echols, 51
ROBERTSDALE, Ala. — Edith Echols, formerly of Ferriday, died Saturday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Young's Funeral Home, Ferriday.

William P. Elliott Jr., 83
William Prentice "Pete" Elliott Jr. of Monroe, a retired Ouachita Parish Sheriff's Office deputy, died Friday. Services are 3:30 p.m. today at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Visitation is 1 p.m. today until service time. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery.

Robert C. Winstead, 26
RUSTON — Robert Craig Winstead, a certified personal trainer, died Friday. Services are 10 a.m. Monday at Temple Baptist Church. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. today at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Ruston. Burial will be in Pines Memorial Gardens.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED
Fancher, Shirley Sue: 2 p.m. today, golden Funeral Home, Bastrop.
Grey, Minnie: 11 a.m. today, Mount Olive Baptist Church, Lake Providence.
Hill, Elbert Henry: 11 a.m. Monday, Mount Zion Baptist Church, Monroe.
Sanders, Vernon Elba: 2 p.m. today, Riser Funeral Home, Columbia

May 28, 2007 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

JOE KENNETH EVANS Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road, Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mr. Joe Kenneth Evans, 67, of Fairbanks, LA, will be held at 4:00PM Monday, May 28, 2007, in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe, with Rev. Clarence Powell officiating. Interment will be in Antioch Cemetery in Rayville, LA. Mr. Evans passed away Sunday, May 27, 2007 at his residence after a lengthy illness. He was preceded in death by his father, Mount Albert Evans; mother, Daisy Viola Bogie Wilcher; stepfather, Austin Wilcher; stepmother, Nina Evans; brother, Frankie Wilcher, and stepsisters, Virginia Sykes and Annette Dugat. Survivors include his wife, Jean Evans; daughter, Cindy Hollis; son, Ronnie Brodnax; sisters, Judy Blakley, Patti Bareis, and Reba Matlock; brothers, Ralph Evans, Terry Wilcher, Albert Evans, Gary Evans, and Randy Wilcher; stepsister, June Moore; stepbrother, Jimmy Wilcher; stepsons, Cliff Andrews and Freddie Griffin; stepdaughters, Michelle Hunt and Tonya Jernigan; nine grand children, one great grandchild, and numerous nieces and nephews. Pallbearers will be Andy Brewer, Paul Evans, Kenny Evans, Dustin Hollis, Benji Evans, Stacey Salvage, and Danny Donaldson. Visitation will be Monday from 2:00PM until service time at Mulhearn Funeral Home. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneral home.com

MR. JAMES D. "DON" GIPSON Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral service for Mr. James D. "Don" Gipson, 74, of Jonesboro, LA, will be held at 3:00PM Wednesday, May 30, 2007, in the chapel of Williams Funeral Home in Pearl River, LA, with Rev. Tom Long officiating. Interment will follow in Audubon Cemetery. Mr. Gipson passed away on May 25, 2007, at the Jackson Parish Hospital. He was preceded in death by his wife, Minneola C. Gipson and parents, Lovie and Opal Gipson. Survivors include his daughter, Melissa Gipson Coleman and husband Charlie of West Monroe, LA; step daughter, Beverly Spiers and husband J.C.; step son, Raymond Bennett all of Pearl River, LA; grandchildren, PFC John Silkwood, Megan Coleman, and Zachary Coleman all of West Monroe; and dear companion and special friend, Eula Jones of Jonesboro, LA. Visitation will be from 1:00PM until 2:00PM Wednesday for the family and from 2:00PM until Service Time Wednesday for the friends and guests. Pallbearers will be Zachary Coleman, John Silkwood, Raymond Bennett, Randy Spiers, Seth Craddock, and Scott Craddock. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneral home.com

MRS. INGRID G. MARTIN Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral service for Mrs. Ingrid G. Martin, 65, of West Monroe, LA, will be held at 11:00AM Tuesday May 29, 2007, in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe with Rev. Mike Haney Interment will follow at Twin Cities Memorial Gardens. Mrs. Martin passed away on May 26, 2007, at her residence. She was a member of the Catholic faith and Women of the Moose. Survivors include her husband, Richard L. "Marty" Martin; two sons, Mike Morrow and wife Jennifer; and David Morrow and wife Angela; sister, Melitta Wilkes; grandchildren, Allan, Adam, and Devan Morrow, Dillon McDowell, Somer Courson, Farrah McDowell,and Rebekah Morrow; and great grandson, Conner Aidan Morrow. Pallbearers will be Allan Morrow, Adam Morrow, Dillon McDowell, Lonnie Blades, Denny Wallace and Don Bonin. Visitation will be from 5:00PM until 7:00PM Monday at Mulhearn Funeral Home. Online Registry/ Condolences: www. mulhearnfuneralhome.com

MRS. WILLIE MAE IRBY PAINICH Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, La. Funeral services for Mrs. Willie Mae Irby Painich, 85, of West Monroe, La. will be held at 2:00PM Tuesday May 29, 2007 in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home in West Monroe, La. with Rev. Mark Fenn officiating. Interment will be at Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery in Monroe, La. Mrs. Painich was born August 11, 1921, and died May 27, 2007 at the Landmark Nursing Home. Mrs. Painich was a member of the First Baptist Church in West Monroe, La., where she taught Sunday school for over 50 years. She traveled throughout the state doing children's ministries for thechurch. She was Worthy Grand Matron of the Order of the Eastern Star, Annie D. Bennett Chapter and traveled the country representing Louisiana and received numerous honorary awards from different states. She was preceded in death by her husband, Johnnie Painich, her daughter, John Ann Anderson, two brothers, Malville Irby and T. J. "Pee Wee" Irby and sister, Bertille Prager. Survivors: son-in-law, Pat Anderson; Granddaughter, Jackie Guillot and husband, Ricky; Grandsons, Patrick Anderson, Jr. and Baron Anderson and wife, Kim; Great Grandsons, Patrick Anderson, III, Rick Guillot, Jordan Guillot and Ryan Anderson; Great Granddaughters, Keelie and Kenzie Anderson; two sisters, Vera Painich and husband, Willie and Juanita Cooper. Pallbearers will be Pat Anderson, Jr., Baron Anderson, Patrick Anderson, II, Rick Guillot, Jordan Guillot and Ryan Anderson. Visitation will be from 5:00PM until 7:00PM Monday at Mulhearn Funeral Home. Online Registry/Condolences: www. mulhearnfuneralhome.com

DR. ARTHUR CLAUDE WADLINGTON Farrar Funeral Home Farmerville, LA. Memorial service for Dr. Arthur Claude Wadlington, age 81, of Farmerville will be held Wednesday May 30, 2007 at 2:00PM at Farrar Funeral Home in Farmerville. Officiating will be Rev. David Martin. Visitation will be one hour prior to time of service. Dr. Wadlington died Friday, May 25th at his residence. He served Union Parish as a physician for 60 years beginning at age twenty-four. Dr. Wadlington was born August 30, 1925 in Shreveport, graduating from Farmerville High School in 1942 and LSU School of Medicine on May 29, 1948. "Doc" interned at Charity Hospital in Shreveport. He was a veteran of WWII and served in the Korean conflict. Upon returning to his home-town he opened Wadlington Clinic on June 3, 1949 and was active in his private practice and localnursing homes until the day of his death. His life-long dedication to his many patients was a fact well known to family and friends. From Aug. 1, 1972 to July 31, 1974 he studied for the residency in Internal Medicine at Confederate Memorial Medical Center in Shreveport. When Union General Hospital opened in 1974 he became staff physician and served until July 2005. Dr. Wadlington was a member of Louisiana Medical Society, Farmerville United Methodist Church and former member of Union Parish School Board, American Legion and Lions Club. He was preceded in death by his parents, Mildred Brown Lambeth and James Garnett Wadlington. Survivors include his son, Christopher Garnett Wadlington of Breaux Bridge, Louisiana; grandchildren, Grant Christopher Wadlington, Anne Marie Wadlington and Trent Patrick Wadlington of Lafayette, Louisiana. Stepson, Kerry H. Emmons of Lafayette and granddaughters, Jenna Lee Emmons of Gainsville, Florida and Elizabeth Andree' Emmons of Fernandina Beach, Florida. In accordance with the Doctor's wishes his body has been cremated. In lieu of flowers, he and his family request any planned memorial be made to the Farmerville United Methodist Church, Louisiana Heart Association or Louisiana Methodist Children's Home in Ruston, Louisiana. The Wadlington Family would like to express their appreciation to Dee Bevans and Connie Bearden for their many years of service to Dr. Wadlington's practice. Online condolences may be made at: www.farrarfh.com

Donald Chancellor, 80
Donald Bowman Chancellor, of West Monroe, retired from Manville Paper Co., died Sunday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Kilpatrick's Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Verna Denison, 79
COLUMBIA — Verna Richmond Denison, a homemaker, died Sunday. Services are 10 a.m. Tuesday at Riser Funeral Home, Columbia. Burial will be in Welcome Home Cemetery, Grayson. Visitation is 4-9 p.m. today and 8-10 a.m. Tuesday at the funeral home.

Edith Echols, 51
ROBERTSDALE, Ala. — Edith Echols, formerly of Ferriday, an office manager, died Saturday. Services are 11 a.m. today at Lismore Baptist Church, Lismore. Burial will be in the church cemetery under the direction of Young's Funeral Home, Ferriday. Visitation is 10-11 a.m. at the church.

Joe Kenneth Evans, 67
FAIRBANKS — Joe Kenneth Evans, a retired heating and air conditioning service technician, died Sunday. Services are 4 p.m. today at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Antioch Cemetery, Rayville. Visitation is 2 p.m. until service time.

Frances Gaynell Harrell, 86 DELHI
Frances Gaynell Harrell died Saturday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Cox Funeral Home, Delhi.

Tommy G. Head, 86
Tommy G. Head, of West Monroe, former owner of Monroe X-Ray Co., died Sunday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Samuel D. Seay, 71
COLUMBIA — Samuel D. Seay, owner of Beouf River Retrievers, died Friday. Services are 10 a.m. today at Riser Funeral Home, Columbia. Burial will be in Columbia Hill Cemetery. Visitation is 8 a.m. until service at the funeral home.

Doris Jean Tucker, 67
FOLEY, Ala. — Doris Jean Tucker, formerly of Monroe, a homemaker, died Friday. Services are 11 a.m. today at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in New Light Baptist Church Cemetery.

Dr. Arthur Wadlington, 81
FARMERVILLE — Dr. Arthur Claude Wadlington, a physician, died Saturday. Services are 2 p.m. Wednesday at Farrar Funeral Home, Farmerville. Visitation is 1 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home.

May 29, 2007 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

ETTA MAE BARRON Farrar Funeral Home Farmerville, LA Etta Mae Barron, born on June 12, 1916, died in Farmerville at 2:30AM, May 28, 2007 after a short illness. Her funeral will take place in the Farmerville Baptist Church at 2:00PM, Thursday. Farrar Funeral Home in Farmerville will conduct the burial and she will be interred in the Farmerville Cemetery. Pallbearers are Hoyt Tettleton, Larry McBride, Tony Knight, Gene Barron, Max Williams, Ryan McGlone, and Timothy McGlone. A lifelong resident of Union Parish, Aunt Etta Mae made her home for the last several years in The Arbor assisted living facility in Farmerville. One of nine children of Emmett Everett Harrison, Sr and wife Mae Holloway of Fork-a-Loutre (Laran) Community, she joins in death her siblings Lottie Murrel Harrison (died early), Malcolm Williams of Farmerville, Grace Neal of Monroe, Ruby McHenry of Spearsville, Fenner Murphy Harrison of Utah, Field Burgay Harrison of Arkansas (twins), Emmett Everett Harrison, Jr of Idaho, and Robbie Lea Grice of Utah. When Etta Mae's father died in 1929, her mother married Berry Abbet of Spearsville, and Etta Mae and two younger siblings grew up in that village. In Spearsville, she later courted Gurvis E. Barron, who at the time was working in his older brother Joe's cotton gin about a half mile from there, and they married on January 12, 1936. Etta Mae and Gurvis subsequently moved to Farmerville, where they first lived in two locations in front of Farmerville High School then later in an apartment in the home of Mrs. Cecilia Arent Taylor. While Gurvis served in the South Pacific during World War II, Etta Mae worked in Grafton's Five and Ten Cent Store in Farmerville. Her niece Gloria Williams lived with her during that time and commuted to Louisana Tech. When Gurvis returned from service, they bought a lot in front of Mrs. Taylor's residence and built a house. Etta Mae continued working in Grafton's and also as a typist in the courthouse. Etta Mae and Gurvis did not have children. However, they raised Juanita Marilyn McHenry, only child of her deceased sister Ruby. Juanita married James Hamilton and had Lynn McGlone Knight of Atlanta and Steve Hamilton of Illinois. Juanita died several years ago. Etta Mae recently spent two months in Atlanta with her grandddaughter Lynn M. Knight and husband Tony recovering from a fall that broke a hip and a wrist. Besides grandchildren Lynn and Steve, Etta Mae leaves many nieces and nephews and grand-nieces and grand-nephews who cared deeply for her, including Gene Barron, Peggy Rogers, Velda Watson, Gloria Laubach, Nona Hubert, Max Williams, Marilyn Harmer, and Pattie Harrison. Etta Mae also had one surviving sister-in-law Vida Harrison, widow of her brother Emmett, who was visiting with her from Idaho during her last illness. Those who knew Etta Mae will remember that she was a hardworking, caring, thoughtful individual who loved to cook and bake and do things for others. Whenever there was a death, she was always among the first ones to arrive with food for the surviving family members. She had frequent visitors in her home who enjoyed meals prepared with fresh, canned, and frozen vegetables and fruits from their large garden. Etta Mae contributed much to her town, community, family, and friends, and she will be sorely missed. Visitation will be Wednesday 5:00PM-8:00PM at Farrar Funeral Home. Online condolences may be made at: ww.farrarfh.com

KELLY SUZAN CRAIG BLAKELY Golden Funeral Home of Bastrop Inc. Funeral services for Mrs. Kelly Suzan Craig Blakely, 40, of Sterlington, LA are scheduled for 2:00PM Wednesday, May 30, 2007 at Paron Baptist Church (Sterlington) with Revs. Kurt Auger and Britt Dupree officiating. Interment will follow in Memorial Park Cemetery under the direction of Golden Funeral Home. Mrs. Blakely, a employee of Dow Chemical Plant and member of Central Baptist Church passed away Monday, May 28, 2007 at Saint Francis Hospital following a lengthy illness. She is survived by her mother, Wanda Windham of Sterlington, LA; daughter, Laken Blakely of Sterlington, LA; sister, Katrina Cedillo of Houston, TX; brother, Mitch Craig and wife Monica of Sterlington, LA; foster sister, Pat Dry and husband Mike of Conway, AR; nieces, Stephanie and Kirsty Craig; nephews, Logan and Keith Goodson, Noah Cedillo and Tyler Craig. Mrs. Blakely is preceded in death by her father, Jimmy Craig; stepfather, Bill Windham and a brother, Kevin Craig. Serving as pallbearers are: Cleotis Watley, Robin Pace, Weldon "Snuffy" Johnson, Curtis Fuselier, Bo Forbes and Mike Day. Visitation will be held from 5 p.m. until 9 p.m. Tuesday at Golden Funeral Home.

DONALD BOWMAN CHANCELLOR Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, Louisiana Funeral services for Donald B. Chancellor, 80, of West Monroe, LA will be 2:00PM Tuesday, May 29, 2007 at Community Baptist Church, West Monroe, La. Rev. Danny McIlveene will be officiating. Interment will follow at Hasley Cemetery in West Monroe, LA under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home of West Monroe, LA. Mr. Chancellor went to be with his Lord and Savior on May 27, 2007 after a brief illness at his home surrounded by family and friends. Mr. Chancellor was preceded in death by his parents, Joseph Bowman Chancellor and Maude Arant Chancellor. Mr. Chancellor was a 1945 graduate of Bastrop High School. He was also a life long member of Cherry Ridge Baptist Church in Bastrop and attended Community Baptist Church in West Monroe for the past several years. He served in the United States Navy as a Seaman Second Class from 1945-1954. He served on the USS Cape Esperance and the USS Seigsbee during World War II and the Korean War. He retired in 1989 From Manville as a glue operator in Plant 70. Mr. Chancellor is survived by his devoted and loving wife of 53 years, Ruby Chancellor; daughters, Donna C. Adams and husband Randy of Calhoun, La., Sally C. Trahan of West Monroe, La.; Grandchildren, Bo Clowers and wife, Kori, Jacob Clowers and fiance', Crystal McGough, Jason Garsee and wife, Robyn all of West Monroe, La., Jennifer Kokinos and husband, Deno of Lafayette, La.; Loving "Paw Paw" to great grandchildren, Chance and Carson Clowers, Johnny Clowers, Hayden and Tyler Garsee all of West Monroe, La., Kaleb Stark and Isabella Kokinos of Lafayette, La. Also survived by numerous nieces and nephews and a host of friends. Pallbearers will be: Kerry Elee, Kelly Sellers, Chris Snell, Charlie Nolan, Sammy Redden, Jr., Jerry Blankenship. Visitation will be Monday May 28, 2007 after 5:00PM until 8:00PM at Kilpatrick Funeral Home in West Monroe, La. and Tuesday May 29, 2007 at 12:00 noon until service time at Community Baptist Church. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com.

FRANCES GAYNELL "NELL" HARRELL Cox Funeral Home-Delhi Graveside services for Mrs. Frances Gaynell "Nell" Harrell, 86, of Delhi will be held at 2:00PM, Tuesday, May 29, 2007 at the Delhi Masonic Cemetery under the direction of Cox Funeral Home of Delhi. Rev. Danny Hawthorne will officiate. Visitation will be held from 12:30PM until 1:30PM Tuesday at Cox Funeral Home. Mrs. Harrell died Saturday at the Richland Manor Nursing & Rehabilitation Center following a brief illness. She is preceded in death by her husband, Earl A. "Chick" Harrell; a son, Fred E. Harrell; a son-in-law, Jerry Piercy; a granddaughter, Tina Gail Piercy; her parents, Sidney Whitaker and Leona Rodgers Whitaker Hunter and her step father, Bob Hunter. She is survived by a daughter, F. Earlene Piercy of Davis, Oklahoma; brother, Donald Whitaker of Houston, Texas; half brother, R. A. Hunter of Sulphur, Louisiana; half ister, Margaret Johns, of Parker, Arizona; brother-in-law, Lester Harrell and wife Corrine and sister-in-law, Eloise Harrell all of Delhi; four grandchildren; four great grandchildren and a very special friend and roommate, Velma Clements of Delhi. To leave a message of condolence to the family please visit our website at www.coxfuneral.com.

TOMMY G. HEAD Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, Louisiana Services for Tommy Garrett Head, 86, of West Monroe will be held on Wednesday, May 30, at 2:00 P.M. in the First United Methodist Church of West Monroe with the Rev. Wanda Cosentino officiating and the Rev. Ricky Willis assisting. . Interment will follow in Roselawn Memorial Gardens in Calhoun. Visitation will be Tuesday, May 29, from 5:00 to 7:00 PM. at Kilpatrick Funeral Home in West Monroe. Mr. Head was born December 9, 1920, in rural Jackson Parish and died Sunday, May 27, at his home in West Monroe. He was the thirteenth of 16 children born to Leighton Yancy Head and Bertha Dozier Head. He graduated from Eros High School and attended business college in Monroe, where he met his wife of 65 years, the late Wilma Stutson Head, who preceded him in death on January 14, 2007. Mr. Head served in the U. S. Army in World War II as a water supply technician in the 344th Engineering Regiment in Italy, Southern France, the Rhineland, and Central Europe. After the war, he was briefly in the grocery business with his brothers then joined the lumber and contracting business owned by his brother-in-law, the late T. A. Sanders. He later went into business for himself as a building contractor, then formed Monroe X-Ray Company, a company that provides radiographic inspection services for the pipeline industry. During his ownership of Monroe X-Ray, he developed the first totally remote internal inspection device in the United States. He was an active member of the First United Methodist Church in West Monroe and its Fellowship Sunday School Class for 45 years. He served several terms as a member of the church's Board of Trustees. He was also a member of the Lions Club and the Rotary Club. He is survived by a sister, Virginia Head McGrew of Chatham; sons Thomas Head, Jr., of Washington, D.C., and Kenneth Y. Head and wife Peggy of Calhoun; daughter, Julia Head of Plant City, Florida; grandsons, Ken Head and wife Jennie and Toby Head and wife Kristen of Calhoun; and great-grandchildren, Kendall Head, Jackson Head, and Abigail Head of Calhoun. Pallbearers will be Oscar Head, Mickey Head, Terry Head, Jerry Sanders, T. A. Sanders, Jr., Mark Sanders, Al Sanders, and Kevin Watson. The family wishes to express its appreciation to Mae Myles, Bernestine Thomas, the dedicated staff members of Medical Temps, Inc., and Patient's Choice Hospice & Palliative Care. Memorial gifts may be made to the First United Methodist Church in West Monroe. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com.

Mary Sue Alexander, 70
RUSTON — Mary Sue Alexander, a retired clerk, died Sunday. Services are 2 p.m. Wednesday at Owens Memorial Chapel Funeral Home, Ruston. Visitation is 5-7 p.m. today at the funeral home. Burial will be in Simsboro City Cemetery.

Rosie L. Blair, 79
TALLULAH — Rosie L. Blair died Monday. Arrangements were incomplete under the direction of Beckwith Golden Gate Funeral Home.

Frank M. Cardwell Jr., 19
PLAINVIEW, Ark. — Frank Martin Cardwell Jr. died Monday. Graveside services are 2 p.m. Wednesday at Hunts Cemetery, Rover, Ark. Visitation is noon-3 p.m. today at Cox Funeral Home, Delhi.

Randy Davis, 46
QUITMAN — Randy Davis, a roofing contractor, died Sunday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Mount Temple Congregational Methodist Church, Union. Visitation is noon until time of services today at the church. Burial will be in Mount Temple Cemetery under the direction of Edmonds Funeral Home, Jonesboro.

Frances 'Nell' Harrell, 86
DELHI — Frances Gaynell "Nell" Harrell died Saturday. Graveside services are 2 p.m. today at Delhi Masonic Cemetery, Delhi. Visitation is 12:30-1:30 p.m. today at Cox Funeral Home, Delhi.

Ruby L. Jones, 93
Ruby L. Jones of West Monroe, a homemaker, died Monday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Ingrid G. Martin, 65
Ingrid G. Martin of West Monroe, a homemaker, died Saturday. Services are 11 a.m. today at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Visitation is 10 a.m. until service time today at the funeral home. Burial will be in Twin Cities Memorial Gardens, West Monroe.

Mary L. Mitchell, 52
Mary L. Mitchell of Monroe, a homemaker, died Sunday. Services are 11 a.m. Wednesday at Riverside Baptist Church, Monroe. Visitation is 1-6 p.m. today at Smith Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens Cemetery, Monroe.

Deborah Allen Motley, 52
Deborah Kay Allen Motley of Monroe, a nurse's aide, died Sunday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe.

Clifton C. Myles, 50
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. — Clifton C. Myles formerly of Calhoun, a mechanic, died May 21. Services are 11 a.m. Thursday at Pine Grove Baptist Church, West Monroe. Burial will be in Riverview Cemetery, Monroe under the direction of Hester Central State Funeral Home, Monroe.

Willie Newton Sr., 66
TALLULAH — Willie Newton died Sunday. Arrangements were incomplete under the direction of Beckwith Golden Gate Funeral Home.

Willie Mae Painich, 85
Willie Mae Irby Painich of West Monroe, a homemaker, died Sunday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Visitation is 1 p.m. until service time at the funeral home today. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery, Monroe.

David Patrick, 71
David Patrick of Monroe, a carpenter, died Thursday. Services are 2 p.m. today at New Galilee Baptist Church, Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens Cemetery, Monroe under the direction of Hester Central State Funeral Home, Monroe.

Maxwell B. Tindall, 98
Maxwell B. Tindall of Monroe, retired Owner of Optical Supply House and Pittsburgh Paint and Glass Dealer, died Monday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED
Denison, Verna Richmond: 10 a.m. today, Riser Funeral Home, Columbia.
Wadlington, Dr. Arthur Claude: 2 p.m. Wednesday, Farrar Funeral Home, Farmerville

May 30, 2007 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

MRS. MARJORIE DAVIS BLAKE Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral Services for Mrs. Marjorie Davis Blake, 87, of West Monroe, LA will be held at 10:00AM Thursday May 31, 2007 in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA with Rev. Bruce Rux officiating. Interment will follow in the Alabama Presbyterian Church Cemetery in Choudrant, LA. Mrs. Blake was born on August 18, 1919 and died on May 29, 2007 at the Glenwood Regional Medical Center in West Monroe, LA. Mrs. Blake was a retired sales clerk with Famous Fabric. She is preceded in death by her husband, Louis Blake. Survivors include her two daughters, Jane D. Barr and husband Charlie of Marion, LA and Phenita B. Osbon and husband Ralph of West Monroe, LA; grandchildren, Scott Barr, Brett Barr and wife Shelli, Lane Osbon and wife Lynn, Elizabeth Rambo and husband Ryan; great grandchildren, Blake Barr and Tiffany, Seywaerd Osbon, Abbey Barr, Cameron Barr and Regan Rambo; great great granddaughter, Chasity Barr; sisters, Melba Krouskup, Martha Gaston, Mary Davis Pallbearers will be Scott Barr, Brett Barr, Lane Osbon, Ryan Rambo, Blake Barr and Timothy Gaston. Visitation will be from 5:00PM until 8:00PM Wednesday May 30, 2007 at Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Memorials may be made to the Alabama Presbyterian Church Cemetery Fund, Covenant Presbyterian Church or to the Alzheimer's Association. Online Registry/Condolences www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com

MRS. JIMMIE M. CHASE Rose-Neath Funeral Home Bossier City, Louisiana Graveside services celebrating the life of Mrs. Jimmie Chase, age 92, will be held at 2:00PM, Thursday May 31, 2007 at the Chapel Mausoleum in Alexandria Memorial Gardens, In Alexandria, LA. Officiating will be Chaplain Danny Hawthorne of Hospice Care of Louisiana. Mrs. Chase was born October 23, 1914 to Mr. and Mrs. Charles McDonald in Simsboro, LA. She passed away on May 26, 2007 with her family at her side. Mrs. Chase was a member of Parkview Baptist Church in Alexandria and retired from Sears as a senior auditor. Mrs. Chase was preceded in death by her husband E.H. Chase, Jr, an infant daughter Jimmie Lynn and a great grandson. Jimmie is survived by a daughter, Janice Odom and husband Heard "Josh" Odom, Jr. of Conway, LA; 5 grandchildren, 8 great grandchildren, and numerous nieces and nephews. The family would like to express their sincere thanks to Dr. Kerry Anders, the nurses and staffs of St. Joseph's Nursing Home 2 North and Hospice Care of Louisiana for the great care that they gave to Jimmie. The family request donations be made to Hospice Care of Louisiana , 1410 Royal Ave., Monroe, LA.

MRS. LINDA LEWIS HAWES Rose-Neath Funeral Home Minden, LA Funeral Services for Mrs. Linda Lewis Hawes, an office manger will be Wednesday May 30, 2007 at 2:00PM at Living Word Worship Center with Rev. Roddy Shaffer and Rev. Wayne Dubois officiating. Burial will follow at Gardens of Memory Cemetery in Minden. She was preceded in death by her parents Mr. and Mrs. G.H. Lewis and her brother Charles Lewis. Survivors include her husband Loren Hawes; son Randy D. Ray and wife Carrol of Minden, LA; daughter Robbie and Wilson and husband Tim of Minden, LA; sister Betty Vickers and husband Felton of Monroe, LA; eight grandchildren, Kristin Nicole Ray, Lauren Ashley Ray, Ryan Ray, Zack Ellis, Ty Ellis, Christopher Frye, Kelsie Wilson and Caleb Wilson. Pallbearers will be: Terry Culver, Alan Ray, Felton Vickers, Billy Ray, Gary Smith, Michael Dorian, Danny Wilson and Eric Lee. Honorary Pallbearers will be: James Helton, J.P. "Red" Jones, Jay Culver, Christopher Frye, Zack Ellis, Ryne Ray and Caleb Wilson.

TOMMY G. HEAD Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, Louisiana Services for Tommy Garrett Head, 86, of West Monroe will be held on Wednesday, May 30, at 2:00 PM in the First United Methodist Church of West Monroe with the Rev. Wanda Cosentino officiating and the Rev. Ricky Willis assisting. Interment will follow in Roselawn Memorial Gardens in Calhoun. Mr. Head was born December 9, 1920, in rural Jackson Parish and died Sunday, May 27, at his home in West Monroe. He was the thirteenth of 16 children born to Leighton Yancy Head and Bertha Dozier Head. He graduated from Eros High School and attended business college in Monroe, where he met his wife of 65 years, the late Wilma Stutson Head, who preceded him in death on January 14, 2007. Mr. Head served in the U. S. Army in World War II as a water supply technician in the 344th Engineering Regiment in Italy, Southern France, the Rhineland, and Central Europe. After the war, he was briefly in the grocery business with his brothers then joined the lumber and contracting business owned by his brother-in-law, the late T. A. Sanders. He later went into business for himself as a building contractor, then formed Monroe X-Ray Company, a company that provides radiographic inspection services for the pipeline industry. During his ownership of Monroe X-Ray, he developed the first totally remote internal inspection device in the United States. He was an active member of the First United Methodist Church in West Monroe and its Fellowship Sunday School Class for 45 years. He served several terms as a member of the church's Board of Trustees. He was also a member of the Lions Club and the Rotary Club. He is survived by a sister, Virginia Head McGrew of Chatham; sons Thomas Head, Jr., of Washington, D.C., and Kenneth Y. Head and wife Peggy of Calhoun; daughter, Julia Head of Plant City, Florida; grandsons, Ken Head and wife Jennie and Toby Head and wife Kristen of Calhoun; and great-grandchildren, Kendall Head, Jackson Head, and Abigail Head of Calhoun. Pallbearers will be Oscar Head, Mickey Head, Terry Head, Jerry Sanders, T. A. Sanders, Jr., Mark Sanders, Al Sanders, and Kevin Watson. The family wishes to express its appreciation to Mae Myles, Bernestine Thomas, the dedicated staff members of Medical Temps, Inc., and Patient's Choice Hospice & Palliative Care. Memorial gifts may be made to the First United Methodist Church in West Monroe. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com.

MRS. NELDA FOWLER JOHN Owens Memorial Chapel Funeral Home Ruston Funeral services for Mrs. Nelda Fowler John, age 82 of Ruston, will be held at 10:00AM Thursday, May 31, 2007 at First Baptist Church in Ruston with the Dr. Andy Johnson officiating. Burial will follow in Pines Memorial Gardens in Ruston under the direction of Owens Memorial Chapel Funeral Home of Ruston. Mrs. John was born April 30, 1925 in Ruston to Drew Earl and Della Stephenson Fowler. She died May 28, 2007 in Ruston. After graduation from LA Tech she worked as a clerk in her husbands CPA office. She was a long time member of First Baptist Church of Ruston and was the director of the Ruston Municipal Pool where she taught Red Cross Swimming classes for many years. Mrs. John is survived by her daughter Marilyn John Sheaffer and husband Clifford of Pittsburgh, PA; her grandsons John Clifford Sheaffer and wife Hayley of Tucon, AZ, and Mark Edward Sheaffer of Pittsburgh, PA; her brother Billy Fowler and wife Jimmie; her sister-in-law Eunice Fowler, as well as several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband Edward Hayward John, brothers Ardis Fowler, and Cleonis Fowler and sister Eloise Fowler. Pallbearers will be John Sheaffer, Mark Sheaffer, Don Beasley, David Roach, Ivan Hood, and Jason Jones. Visitation will be held from 4:00PM until 7:00PM on Wednesday, May 30, 2007. In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to the diabetes association or the First Baptist Church. To leave an on-line memorial message for the family, please visit www.owensmemorialfuneralhome.com.

GERALD F. MCDOWELL Riser Funeral Home Columbia, LA Services for Gerald F. McDowell, age 80 of Grayson will be held at 11:00AM, Thursday, May 31, 2007 from the chapel of Riser Funeral Home in Columbia with Rev. Howard Hudson officiating. Interment will follow in the Welcome Home Cemetery in Grayson. Mr. McDowell was born in Clarks, LA on December 21, 1926 to the union of Jim and Mary Doherty McDowell and died Tuesday, May 29, 2007 at the St. Francis Medical Center in Monroe. He was a retired carpenter and a veteran of the Korean Conflict having served in the Army. He was preceded in death by his parents, his wife: Louise Crockett McDowell, his son: Gerald Keith McDowell and his grandson: Joseph Michael McDowell. Survivors include his son: Danny McDowell of Grayson, his daughter: Mary Louise Yelvington of West Monroe, his daughter-in-law: Reba Clouatre of Purvis, MS, his brother: Clayton McDowell, his sisters: Jettie Bratton of Columbia and Evelyn Bratton of Kelly, special friends: Debra and Harris Brown of Grayson, one grandchild and two great-grandchildren. Visitation will be Wednesday from 4:00PM until 8:00PM and Thursday from 8:00AM until time of services at Riser Funeral Home, 7131 Hwy 165, Columbia.

MRS. SAMMIE JEAN WALLIS REDDING, RN Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral Services for Mrs. Sammie Jean Wallis Redding, 77, of West Monroe, LA will be held at 2:00 P.M. Thursday May 31, 2007 in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA with Rev. Mark Fenn officiating. Interment will follow in the Hasley Cemetery in West Monroe, LA. Sammie Jean was born on September 24, 1929. She went to be with the Lord, family and friends on May 28, 2007 at Glenwood Regional Medical Center following a lengthy illness. Sammie graduated from St. Francis Nursing School in 1950. She worked many happy years as a RN on the OB/GYN floor at St. Francis. There she shared in the joy and excitement of new life. Sammie was a loving and devoted wife, mother, and grandmother. She is preceded in death by her parents, Samuel and Gladys Wallis; two sisters, Doris Rhodes and Mary Lou Johnson; one brother, Leroy Wallis and a infant daughter. She is survived by her loving and devoted husband of fifty-six years, Ivy R. Redding; one daughter, Kala Nolan and husband Donald "Peanut"; two sons, Danny Redding and wife Renee and Jerry Redding and wife Janie; two grandsons, Brad Nolan and wife Ginger and Ryan Redding; Four granddaughters, Betsy Roark, Sara Beth Redding, Emily Redding and Allison Redding; one great grandson Philip Roark; one sister Pat Bailey of Glenmora, LA and numerous nieces and nephews. Pallbearers will be grandsons Brad Nolan and Ryan Redding; nephews Reggie Freeman and Robbie Freeman; David and Scottie Redding. Honorary pallbearer Bruce Redding. The family would like to thank Dr. Don Hammett and Staff, Landmak Nursing Home, and Oretha Bond's Sunday school class at First Baptist West Monroe for the love and care given to our Mother. Memorials by be made to The First Baptist Church of West Monroe Building Fund. Online Registry/Condolences www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com

LINDA HEATH REDMOND 1/19/1964 - 5/ 30/ 2006 Not a day goes by that we don't think about Linda. We miss her so much, but we know she's with the Lord and free from pain.

MRS. BEULAH "MAUDE" TAYLOR Owens Memorial Chapel Funeral Home Ruston Funeral services for Mrs. Beulah "Maude" Taylor, age 80 of Ruston, will be held at 2:00 PM Thursday, May 31, 2007 at South Parkway Church in Ruston with the Rev. Chris Witt officiating. Burial will follow in Greenwood Cemetery in Ruston under the direction of Owens Memorial Chapel Funeral Home of Ruston. Mrs. Taylor was born June 4, 1926 in Haynes, AR to William and Virgie Power her family moved to Camp, MS where she met the love of her life Fred James Taylor. She went to be with her Lord and Savior May 29, 2007 in at North Louisiana Medical Center in Ruston surrounded by her loving friends and caring nurses of the Intensive Care Unit. Shortly after marriage, she became a wartime wife. In war or peace, they began their family and had five wonderful children. She worked at Beall's Department Store in Ruston starting as a clerk and retiring after 20 years as the head of accounting and payroll for the Ruston Store. Mrs. Taylor hosted many activities for the Ruston High School Bearcat Belles, the Pep Squad, the Bearcats Football Team as well as the LA Tech football team. She followed all of her girl's activities throughout the years. Most importantly Mrs. Taylor never met a stranger. Mrs. Taylor was a faithful member of South Parkway Church where she loved to be active and work in her faith. In her spare time she loved reading her Bible, as well as walking, doing her word search books and spending time with her grandchildren and great grandchildren. Mrs. Taylor is survived by her son Eddie Lynn Taylor of Shreveport; her three daughters Virginia Becker and husband Jody of Hearne, TX, Pattie Stephens and husband Jim of Ruston, Cynthia Salmon and husband Michael of Longview, TX; her Daughter-in-Law Dot Taylor of Shreveport, 14 grandchildren, 25 great grandchildren, and one great-great grandchild. She was greeted in Heaven by her husband, Fred James Taylor, her firstborn son James Larry Taylor, her parents, and one sister Ginger Parish. Pallbearers will be Scott Kindt, Brian Stephens, Roger Taylor, Matt Taylor, Ryan Kindt, and Robert Shapura. Visitation will be held on Wednesday May 30, 20074 from 5:00PM until 7:00PM at Owens Memorial Chapel Funeral Home in Ruston. To leave an on-line memorial message for the family, please visit www.owensmemorialfuneralhome.com.

Clovis C. Alexander, 74
Clovis C. Alexander of Monroe, retired from Monroe Office Calculator, died Tuesday. Visitation is 5-7 p.m. Thursday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Further arrangements are incomplete.

Alverne T. Bamburg, 80
COLUMBIA — Alverne Telano Bamburg, a homemaker, died Monday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Riser Funeral Home, Columbia.

Etta Mae Barron, 90
FARMERVILLE — Etta Mae Barron, retired from the Union Parish Tax Assessor's Office, died Monday. Services are 2 p.m. Thursday at First Baptist Chruch, Farmerville. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. today at Farrar Funeral Home, Farmerville. Burial will be in Farmerville City Cemetery.

Kelly S. Craig Blakely, 40
Kelly Suzan Craig Blakely of Sterlington, a Dow Chemical employee, died Monday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Paron Baptist Church, Sterlington. Burial will be in Memorial Park Cemetery, Bastrop under the direction of Golden Funeral Home, Bastrop.

Carolyn Beth Courtney, 64
Carolyn Beth Courtney of Monroe, a retired computer analyst, died Tuesday. Memorial services are 10 a.m. Thursday at Mount Zion United Methodist Church, Calhoun. Arrangements are under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe.

Odessa Davis-Jones, 85
RUSTON — Odessa Davis-Jones, a homemaker, died Friday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Farmerville.

Wallace Davis, 58
ST. JOSEPH — Wallace Davis, a farmer, died Sunday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville.

Mavis Dean Doyle, 87
OAK GROVE — Mavis Dean Doyle, a retired licensed practical nurse at West Carroll Hospital, died Tuesday. Services are 11 a.m. Thursday at Cox Funeral Home, Oak Grove. Visitation is 9 a.m.-9 p.m. today at the funeral home. Burial will be in Oak Grove Cemetery.

Kevin 'Popa' Finley, 24
FARMERVILLE — Kevin "Popa" Finley, a certified nursing assistant, died Friday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Farmerville.

Willie B. Gipson, 93
TALLULAH — Willie B. Gipson died Monday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Beckwith Golden Gate Funeral Home, Tallulah.

Doris M. Grantham, 65
FERRIDAY — Doris M. Grantham, a homemaker, died Monday. Graveside services are 10 a.m. Thursday at Greenlawn Memorial Park. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. today at Young's Funeral Home, Ferriday.

Tylacia M. Harrell, infant
MANGHAM — Tylacia M. Harrell, the infant daughter of Traymecia Harris, died Sunday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville.

Tommy G. Head, 86
Tommy G. Head of West Monroe, former owner of Monroe X-Ray Co., died Sunday. Services are 2 p.m. today at First United Methodist Church, West Monroe. Burial will be in Roselawn Memorial Gardens, Calhoun under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Roger Hudson Jr., 60
RUSTON — Roger Hudson Jr., a car dealership mechanic, died Monday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Farmerville.

Nelda John, 82
RUSTON — Nelda John died Monday. Services are 10 a.m. Thursday at First Baptist Chruch, Ruston. Visitation is 4-7 p.m. today at Owens Memorial Chapel Funeral Home, Ruston. Burial will be in Pines Memorial Cemetery, Ruston.

Frankie Clotiel Leonard, 75
SICILY ISLAND — Frankie Clotiel Leonard, a homemaker, died Tuesday. Services are 2 p.m. Thursday at Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home, Winnsboro. Visitation is 5-9 p.m. today at the funeral home. Burial will be in Highland Park Cemetery, Sicily Island.

'Sonny' Alfred Moody, 59
RAYVILLE — "Sonny" Alfred Moody, a dozer operator, died Tuesday. Services are 10 a.m. Thursday at Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Rayville. Visitation is 5-9 p.m. today at the funeral home. Burial will be in Gardenia Cemetery, Rayville.

Isiah Montgomery, 76
MARION — Isiah Montgomery, a logger, died Saturday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Farmerville.

Fred Morales, 82
RUSTON — Fred Morales, a university professor, died Tuesday. Arrangements are pending under the direction of Owens Memorial Chapel Funeral Home, Ruston.

Louise Fleming Ohlig, 75
BASTROP — Louise Fleming Ohlig, a homemaker, died Tuesday. Graveside services are 2:30 p.m. today at Beulah Cemetery, Oak Grove. Visitation is 1-1:30 p.m. today at Cox Funeral Home, Bastrop.

Aulena Edwards Peevy, 85
JONESBORO — Aulena Edwards Peevy, a piano teacher, died Monday. Services are 10 a.m. today at Edmonds Funeral Home, Jonesboro. Burial will be in Jonesboro Cemetery, Jonesboro.

Fannie Releford, 64
BASTROP — Fannie Releford, a homemaker, died Friday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Bastrop.

Alma Dean Smith, 74
QUITMAN — Alma Dean Smith died Monday. Services are 2 p.m. today at North Hodge Assembly of God Church. Burial will be in Gayla-Traina Cemetery, Jonesboro under the direction of Edmonds Funeral Home, Jonesboro.

Shadiamonda Smith, infant
BASTROP — Shadiamonda Cariese Smith, the infant daughter of Dana T. Smith, died Sunday. Graveside services are 11 a.m. Thursday at St. Mark Baptist Church Cemetery, Bonita. Arrangements are under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Bastrop.

Bonnie Rae Sikes, 78
WINNSBORO — Bonnie Rae Sikes, a retired bookkeeper, died Tuesday. Services are 10 a.m. Thursday at Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home, Winnsboro. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. today at the funeral home. Burial will be in Ogden Cemetery.

Lucian Taylor, 83
RAYVILLE — Lucian Taylor, retired from Coast Oil Co., died Tuesday. Visitation is 3 p.m. today at Hegwood Baptist Church, Delhi. Other arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Rayville.

Malinda Thomas, 57
Malinda Thomas of Monroe, a homemaker, died Wednesday. Services are 11 a.m. Thursday at St. Mary's Baptist Church, Monroe. Visitation is 1-6 p.m. today at Richardson Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Oakley Cemetery, Gilbert.

Previously acknowledged
Alexander, Mary Sue: 2 p.m. today, Owens Memorial Chapel Funeral Home, Ruston.
Cardwell, Frank M. Jr.: 2 p.m. today, Hunts Cemetery, Rover, Ark.
Myles, Clifton C.: 11 a.m. Thursday, Pine Grove Baptist Church, West Monroe.
Wadlington, Dr. Arthur Claude: 2 p.m. today, Farrar Funeral Home, Farmerville

May 31 , 2007 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

CLOVIS CARLTON ALEXANDER Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road, Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mr. Clovis Carlton Alexander, 74, of Monroe, will be held at 2:00 PM Friday, June 1, 2007, at North Monroe Baptist Church with Dr. Bill Dye and Rev. Warren Eckhardt officiating. Interment will follow in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Mr. Alexander passed away Tuesday, May 29, 2007 at St. Francis North Hospital. He was preceded in death by his first wife, Norita Alexander; his parents, three brothers, andtwo sisters. Survivors include his wife, Sarah Ann Alexander; two daughters, Renee Hegwood and husband Jim, and Laura Taylor and husband Keith, all of Monroe; two stepdaughters, Debra Thurmon and husband Tom of Vicksburg, MS, and Rexie Parker; grandchildren, Jimbo Hegwood, Charles Hegwood, Courtney Hegwood, Rachal Russell, Dustin Taylor, and Mark Taylor; step grandchildren, Lindsay Walden and husband Steven of St. Louis, MO, Leslie and Lauren Parker of Monroe, and Houston Steelman and Sarah Thurmon of Vicksburg, MS; and sister, Barbara Wagner of Burleson, TX. Pallbearers will be Rodney Wagner, Brad Wagner, Mike Alexander, Jimbo Hegwood, Gary Russell, and Steve Wagner. Honorary pallbearers will be the members of his Sunday school class at North Monroe Baptist Church. Visitation will be Thursday from 5:00PM until 7:00PM at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Memorials can be made to North Monroe Baptist Church Stained Glass Fund. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com

ALVERNE T. BAMBURG Riser Funeral Home Columbia, LA Services for Alverne T. Bamburg, age 80 of Columbia will be held at 10:00AM, Saturday, June 1, 2007 from the chapel of Riser Funeral Home in Columbia with Rev. Lindle Stewart officiating. Interment will follow in the Hebert Cemetery. Mrs. Bamburg was born on July 13, 1926 in Monroe to the union of Robert "Boss" and Vida Slaten Telano and died May 28, 2007 at St. Francis North Hospital in Monroe after a brief illness. She was a homemaker and a member of the Welcome Home Baptist Church in Hebert. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband of 61 years: Robert Bamburg, her grand daughter: Salina Magee and her brothers: Harold Telano, Walter Lee Telano and Milton Telano. Survivors include her children: Judith Brown of Bogalusa, LA, Gary Bamburg and his wife: Jenny of Columbia, Gay Phillips and her husband: Kenny of Ocean Springs, MS, Angelia Parham and her husband: Loranzo of West Monroe and Beverly McKee of Ocean Springs, MS, seven grandchildren, twelve great-grandchildren, her brothers: Jobie Telano of Monroe, Roy Telano of Texas and her sisters: Georgia Evans of West Monroe, Lou Tharp of Monroe and Pat Sheppard of Enterprise. Visitation will be Friday from 5:00PM until 9:00PM and Saturday from 8:00AM until time of services at Riser Funeral Home, 7131 Hwy 165, Columbia.

CAROLYN COODY COURTNEY Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road, Monroe, LA Services for Mrs. Carolyn Coody Courtney, 64, of Monroe, will be held Thursday, May 31, 2007, at Mt. Zion United Methodist Church, 1010 Hwy 80 East, Calhoun, LA with Rev. Wanda Cosentio officiating. Survivors include her husband, Michael H. Courtney; sons, Brian T. White and wife Robin, and Norris E. (Trey) White, III and wife Stephanie; daughters, Christine Courtney, Trisha Hammit, and Shauna Courtney; sisters, Elaine C. Shivor, Mary C. Barnett, and Wanda C. McElroy; brother, A. Wade Coody; and grandchildren, Connor R. White, Natalie E. White, K. Brooke Harrison, and Lauren P. Harrison. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com

SAMUEL EDWARD GORE Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road, Monroe, LA A private graveside service for Samuel Edward Gore will be held Friday, June 1, 2007, at 2:00PM at Riverside Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Mr. Gore died early Wednesday, May 30th at the age of 93. Mr. Gore was preceded in death by his wife of 68 years, Willie Mae Gore; and two of his brothers, Sherman Gore and Willie Gore both of Columbia, Louisiana. Mr. Gore is survived by his only son, Glenn Gore, and daughter-in-law, Sally; two grandsons: Paul Gore and wife, Linda Kay, of Downsville, and grandson, David S. Gore of West Monroe; plus, three great grandchildren: Ashley, Matthew, and Makayla Gore; and one brother, Johnnie Gore of West Monroe; plus numerous nieces and nephews.. Visitation will be held Thursday Evening from 6:00PM to 7:00PM at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Online Registry/ Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com

"SONNY" ALFRED MOODY, JR. Brown-Holley Funeral Rayville, LA Funeral services for "Sonny" Alfred Moody, Jr. will be held at 10:00AM, Thursday, May 31, 2007 at Brown-Holley Funeral Chapel, Rayville with Bro. Joel Parker officiating. Interment will follow in Gardenia Cemetery, Rayville under the direction of Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Rayville. "Sonny" Moody was born on April 28, 1948 in Winnsboro, LA and passed away on Tuesday, May 29, 2007. Mr. Moody served in the United States Army during the Vietnam War. He was preceded in death by his Parents, Lola Belle Fuller and Alfred E. Moody, Sr. and his nephew, Gerald Wayne Barnett. Survivors include his Son, "Pap" Alfred E. Moody, III of Rayville; Sisters, Glenda Morris of Delhi, Bobbie Graham of Rayville, Dixie Stovall and husband, Ed of Rayville, Diane Smith and husband, Buddy of Rayville, Kitty Barnett and husband, Jerry of Rayville and Tammie Malone and husband, Reggie of Start; Nephews, Terry Morris, Kevin Morris, Eddie Lord, Tommy Lord, Billy Boone, Reggie Malone, Jr., Travis Barnett, and Cody Barnett; Nieces, Kim Walls, Raini Graham, Shanna Graham, and Felicia Lively; The Brother He Never Had, Larry Morris; The Friends He Depended On, Tommy Booth and Terry Copeland; Numerous relatives and friends who loved him and let him know it by being there for him. Pallbearers will be Randy Lively, Roy Dale Lively, Kevin Morris, Tom Lord, Larry Morris, and Terry Copeland. Honorary pallbearers will be Keith Savage, Terry Morris, Peanut, Tommy Booth, and Johnny Fragala. To leave condolences for the family go online to www.brownholleyfuneralhomes.com

LAURA MAE JORDON PATRICK Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, Louisiana Funeral services for Mrs. Laura Mae Jordan Patrick, age 77, will be 2:00PM Friday, June 1, 2007 at Kilpatrick Funeral Home inWest Monroe, LA. Rev. PhilPatrick and Rev. James Mooney will be officiating and interment will follow at Twin Cities Memorial Gardens. Mrs. Patrick was born February 2, 1930 in Frosttown, LA and passed away May 29, 2007 in Columbia, Louisiana. She was a member of the Brownville Assembly of God Church. Mrs. Patrick is survived by her husband, Troy Patrick; daughter, Patricia Lynne Morris; sons, Larry Patrick and Phillip Patrick; 5 grandchildren; 8 great-grandchildren; and a brother, Louie Jordan. Pallbearers will be: Chris Simmons, Sean Patrick, Nathan Patrick, Shannon Patrick, and Lauren Patrick. Visitation will be 5:00PM to 8:00PM Thursday, May 31, 2007 at Kilpatrick Funeral Home of West Monroe, LA. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com.

MRS. JUNE REYNOLDS Kilpatrick Funeral Home Monroe, Louisiana Funeral services for Mrs. June Reynolds, age 86, will be 10:00AM Friday, June 1, 2007 at the Monroe Memorial Park Mausoleum Chapel. Dr. Bill Dye will officiate. Burial will follow at Monroe Memorial Park under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home of Monroe, LA. Mrs. Reynolds was born June 27, 1920 in Forest, LA and passed away May 29, 2007 in Monroe, Louisiana. Mrs. Reynolds was retired from St. Francis Medical Center and Wright Bendel Clinic and volunteered as a Pink Lady for the St. Francis Auxiliary for 15 years at St. Francis Medical Center. She received her nursing degree from Vicksburg Sanatorium. Mrs. Reynolds was a member of North Monroe Baptist Church and was a charter member of Parkview Baptist Church of Monroe. She was preceded in death by her husband: Pete Reynolds; a brother: Nat Edmonson and a sister: Kathryn Gunn. Mrs. Reynolds is survived by her daughters: Gwen McKinnie and husband, Wayne of Sherwood, AR, Virginia Knickerbocker and husband, Bobby of Monroe, LA, Mary Zambie and husband, Jimmy of Monroe, LA and Becky Branch and husband, Ray of Monticello, AR; sons: Billy Reynolds and wife, Marsha of Houston, TX, Charlie Reynolds and wife, LaRue of West Monroe, LA and Jack Reynolds of Wilmington, NC; brothers: Edgar Edmonson of Clinton, MS, Milton Edmonson of Oak Grove, LA, and Jimmy Edmonson of Spotsylvania, Virginia; 11 grandchildren and 15 great-grandchildren. Grandchildren will serve as pallbearers. Memorials may be made to the charity of choice. Visitation will be from 5:00PM to 7:00PM Thursday, May 31, 2007 at Kilpatrick Funeral Home in Monroe, LA. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com.

Marjorie Davis Blake, 87
Marjorie Davis Blake of West Monroe, a sales clerk, died Tuesday. Services are 10 a.m. today at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Burial will be in Presbyterian Church Cemetery, Choudrant.

Jessie 'Dick' Bradley, 81
DELHI — Jessie Dollarhide "Dick" Bradley, a cotton buyer, died Tuesday. Services are 3 p.m. today at First United Methodist Church, Delhi. Burial will be in Delhi Masonic Cemetery, Delhi, under the direction of Cox Funeral Home, Delhi.

Doris Broderick, 81
DALLAS — Doris Broderick, formerly of Monroe, died Wednesday. There will be a family memorial service Saturday.

Dorothy Jean Brown, 68
JONESBORO — Dorothy Jean Brown, a homemaker, died Tuesday. Graveside services are 10 a.m. today at Antioch Cemetery, Quitman, under the direction of Edmonds Funeral Home, Jonesboro.

Odessa Davis-Jones, 85
RUSTON — Odessa Davis-Jones, a homemaker, died Friday. Services are 11 a.m. Friday at New Prosperity Baptist Church, Clay. Burial will be in church cemetery under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Farmerville.

Kevin 'Popa' Finley, 24
FARMERVILLE — Kevin "Popa" Finley, a certified nursing assistant, died Friday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Woodlawn Baptist Church, Farmerville. Visitation is 6-8 p.m. Friday at Tennant Funeral Home, Farmerville. Burial will be in Farmerville City Cemetery.

Alma L. Gakins, 81
LAKE PROVIDENCE — Alma L. Gakins, a homemaker, died Saturday. Services are 11:30 a.m. Saturday at Lake Providence High School. Visitation is 1-5 p.m. Friday at Harris Funeral Home, Lake Providence. Burial will be in Gaither Memorial Cemetery.

John T. Gonzales, 96
RAYVILLE — John T. Gonzales, a shoe repairman, died Wednesday. Visitation is 5-9 p.m. Friday at Woodlawn Baptist Church, Rayville. Other arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Rayville.

Wanda Delamar Harris, 59
BASTROP — Wanda Cox Delamar Harris, a seamstress, died Tuesday. Graveside services are 2 p.m. Friday at Pine Grove Baptist Church Cemetery, Bastrop. Visitation is 5-9 p.m. today at the church. Arrangement are under the direction of Golden Funeral Home, Bastrop.

Essie Heckard, 71
Essie Heckard of Monroe, a homemaker, died Monday. Services are 3 p.m. Saturday at Antioch Baptist Church, Monroe. Visitation is 7-8 p.m. Friday at Hester Central State Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens.

Roger Hudson Jr., 60
RUSTON — Roger Hudson Jr., a car dealership mechanic, died Monday. Graveside services are 11 a.m. Friday at Farmerville City Cemetery under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Farmerville.

Arillia Johnson, 93
Arillia Johnson of Richwood, a custodian, died Saturday. Services are noon Saturday at St. James Baptist Church, Richwood. Visitation is 6-7 p.m. Friday at Hester Central State Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens.

Ruby Lee Jones, 93
Ruby Lee "Hailey" Jones of West Monroe, a homemaker, died Monday. Services are 1 p.m. today at Mount Vernon Baptist Church, West Monroe. Burial will be in Sardis Cemetery, West Monroe, under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Elsie Ruth Kelley, 79
Elsie Ruth "Dootsie" Kelley, a homemaker, died Wednesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Rayville.

James R. Kelly, 86
NEWELLTON — James R. Kelly, a retired welder and U.S. Army veteran of World War II, died Friday. Graveside services are 9:30 a.m. today at Legion Memorial Cemetery, Newellton, under the direction of Crothers-Glenwood Funeral Home, Tallulah.

Gerald F. McDowell, 80
GRAYSON — Gerald F. McDowell, a retired carpenter and a U.S. Army veteran of the Korean Conflict, died Tuesday. Services are 11 a.m. today at Riser Funeral Home, Columbia. Visitation is 8 a.m. until time of service today. Burial will be in Welcome Home Cemetery, Grayson.

Evelyn Gay Merrill, 91
RUSTON — Evelyn Gay Merrill died Wednesday. Services are 2 p.m. Friday at Trinity United Methodist Church, Ruston. Visitation is 5-7 p.m. today at the church. Burial will be in Forest Lawn Cemetery, Ruston, under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Ruston.

Isiah Montgomery, 76
MARION — Isiah Montgomery, a logger, died Saturday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Mount Union Baptist Church, Marion. Visitation is 3-5 p.m. Friday at Tennant Funeral Home, Farmerville. Burial will be in Marion Church Cemetery.

Fred Morales, 82
RUSTON — Fred Morales, a university professor, died Tuesday. Graveside services are 1 p.m. Friday at Forest Lawn Cemetery, Ruston. Visitation is 4-7 p.m. today at Owens Memorial Chapel Funeral Home, Ruston.

Deborah Allen Motley, 52
Deborah Kay Allen Motley of Monroe, a nurse's aide, died Sunday. Graveside services are 2 p.m. today at Riverview Cemetery, Monroe. Visitation is 11 a.m.-1 p.m. at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe.

R. L. 'Jack' Nugent, 88
BASTROP — R. L. 'Jack' Nugent, retired Coca-Cola employee and former Medic Pharmacy employee, died Tuesday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Memorial United Methodist Church, Bastrop. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Friday at Golden Funeral Home, Bastrop. Burial will be in Memorial Park Cemetery, Bastrop.

Johnny Lee Ponder, 64
SNEADS FERRY, N.C. — Johnny Lee Ponder, retired from the U.S. Marine Corps, died Monday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Rayville.

Sammie Jean Redding, 77
Sammie Jean Wallis Redding of West Monroe, a registered nurse, died Monday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Burial will be in Hasley Cemetery, West Monroe.

Bruce Robinson, 57
Bruce Robinson of Monroe, a truck driver, died Saturday. Services are noon Saturday at Hester Central State Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens.

Michael Tatum, 47
CHATHAM — Michael Tatum, a lumberman, died Sunday. Services are 3 p.m. Saturday at St. Clair Baptist Church, Chatham. Visitation is 6-7 p.m. Friday at Miller Funeral Home, Ruston. Burial will be in Asbury Baptist Church Cemetery, Chatham.

Lucian 'Pete' Taylor, 83
RAYVILLE — Lucian "Pete" Taylor, retired from Coast Oil Co., died Tuesday. Services are 3 p.m. Friday at Hegwood Baptist Church, Delhi. Visitation is 8 a.m. today at the church. Burial will be in Start Cemetery under the direction of Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Rayville.

Maxwell B. Tindall, 98
Maxwell B. Tindall of Monroe, retired owner of Optical Supply House and Pittsburgh Paint and Glass, died Monday. Graveside services are 1 p.m. Friday at Greenwood Cemetery, Orlando, Fla., under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe.

Flo Reece Turnage, 63
Flo Reece Turnage of Monroe, a landscaper, died Wednesday. Graveside services are 10 a.m. Friday at Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery, Monroe, under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe.

Charlie Washington, 57
Charlie Washington of Monroe, a car detailer, died Friday. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at Hester Central State Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Riverview Cemetery, Monroe.

Virginia Williams, 86
CARTHAGE, Texas — Virginia Williams, formerly of Winnsboro, a retired business owner, died Wednesday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Victory Apostolic Church, Winnsboro. Visitation is 5-9 p.m. Friday at Gill First National Funeral Home, Winnsboro. Burial will be in Providence Memorial Cemetery.

Thomas Wayne Woods, 48
Thomas Wayne Woods of West Monroe, a tree surgeon, died Wednesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Previously acknowledged
Barron, Etta Mae: 2 p.m. today, First Baptist Church, Farmerville.
Courtney, Carolyn Beth: 10 a.m. today, Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe.
Doyle, Mavis Dean: 11 a.m. today, Cox Funeral Home, Oak Grove.
Grantham, Doris M.: 10 a.m. today, Greenlawn Memorial Park, Natchez, Miss.
John, Nelda: 10 a.m. today, First Baptist Church, Ruston.
Leonard, Frankie Clotiel: 2 p.m. today, Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home, Winnsboro.
Moody, Alfred "Sonny": 10 a.m. today, Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Rayville.
Myles, Clifton C.: 11 a.m. today, Pine Grove Baptist Church, West Monroe.
Smith, Shadiamonda: 11 a.m. today, St. Mark Baptist Church Cemetery, Bonita.
Sikes, Bonnie Rae: 10 a.m. today, Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home, Winnsboro.
Thomas, Malinda: 11 a.m. today, St. Mary's Baptist Church, Monroe