Jan - 2013 - Obituaries from The News-Star

Jan 1, 2013 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

Tyson D. Bordelon Funeral Services for Tyson D. Bordelon, 86, of West Monroe, LA will be held at 10:00 A.M. Wednesday, January 2, 2013 at St. Paschal Catholic Church with Rev. Frank Coens officiating. Interment will follow in the Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Mr. Bordelon was born October 3, 1926 in Marksville, LA and died on December 30, 2012 in Monroe, LA. He served for 4 years in the United States Navy during the Korean War. Mr. Bordelon was a barber for 40 years and served as the 1st City Councilman for District 3, serving for 12 years. He was a member of the St. Paschal Catholic Church in West Monroe, LA. and was a 4th degree Knights of Columbus. Survivors include his wife of 60 years, Claudia N. Bordelon; three sons, Tommy Bordelon and wife, Mary Ann, Terry Bordelon and wife, Jennifer, and Sonny Bordelon and wife, Mari; 8 grandchildren, Emily Wilson and husband, Kurt, Sarah Rantz, Molly Bordelon, Cody Bordelon, Clint Bordelon and wife, Christina, Meredith Ellis and husband, Paul, Daniel Bordelon and Mari Katherine New and husband, Blake; 7 great grandchildren; brother, Charles Bordelon and wife, Elaine of Lacombe, LA and numerous nieces and nephews. Pallbearers will be Dan Hastings, David Raymond, Paul Ellis, Clint Bordelon, Cody Bordelon, and Donny Johns. Visitation will be held from 5:00 P.M. until 7:00 P.M. with a Vigil Wake Service at 6:00 P.M. on Tuesday, January 1, 2013. Memorials may be made to the St. Jude Children's Research Hospital , to St. Paschal Catholic Church or to Northeast Louisiana War Veterans Home. Online Registry/ Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on January 1, 2013

Antoinette "Dollie" Ticheli Sweet Services for Mrs. Antoinette "Dollie" Ticheli Sweet, of Monroe, will be at 10 am, Wednesday January 2, 2013 at St. Matthew's Catholic Church, with Rev. Joseph Puthappally presiding. Dollie Sweet was born in Monroe, LA, Feb. 27, 1924 and died December 29, 2012 in Monroe, LA. She was the youngest of 9 siblings and graduated from Ouachita High School in 1942. She began her career with the Monroe city summer playground program, where she met her husband, Raymond. She then taught kindergarten and P. E. at St. Matthew's school in 1946, retiring 45 years later from Jesus the Good Shepherd in 1991. She was always active in local athletics not only as a player, but also as a coach in basketball, football, and softball. She was a member of the St. Joseph's Catholic Church where she was on the St. Joseph's Alter Committee until it closed, and was presently a member of St. Matthews Catholic Church, where she was on the Financial Committee. In the last 10 years, she enjoyed making her famous spaghetti and meatballs, cookies and pies, and working in her pecan orchard. She loved nothing more than cooking for her family and friends. Since the passing of her husband, Raymond, in 2006 she has been active in the Singular Connection and Harvey's Dance Hall. Dollie had many friends from all walks of life, and our family would like to sincerely thank all of those who did for her and were a part of her life. She is survived by her sons, Harvey Ray Sweet, and wife Sylvia, and Frank Anthony Sweet; six grandchildren, Andrea Sweet Weinbrecht and husband Gregory, Kevin Sweet, Alyce Sweet, Suzy Sweet Moore and husband Carl, Frannie Sweet, Kelly Sweet Lee and husband Chris; three great grandchildren Peyton Sweet Moore, Michaela McSwain, Zane Lee, and many nieces and nephews. She is proceeded in death by her parents, Mona Rizzo Ticheli and Anthony Paul Ticheli; husband, Raymond Sweet; her 8 siblings, Mary Ticheli Dana, Rose Ticheli Russo, Angela Ticheli Sims, Josephine Ticheli Tuminello, Frank Paul Ticheli, Phillip P. Ticheli, Mona Ticheli Gardener, and Michael Ticheli. Visitation will be Tuesday Jan 1, 2013 from 5-7pm at Mulhearn's on 165. The funeral will be Wednesday 10am at St. Matthews Church. There will a gathering of friends and family at Harvey's dance hall immediately following the burial services Wednesday. She will be taking your $5 donation at the door in spirit. Pallbearers will be Frank Jungina, Jr., David Michael Jungina, Gregory Weinbrecht, Kevin Sweet, Timothy Gardener, Jerry Garlington, Larry and Charlie Williams. Honorary pallbearers are Buster Landrum, Sherman Shaw, David Cater, and Erving Miller. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to the St. Matthews Community Center Restoration, 121 Jackson St., Monroe, LA 71201 in memory of Dollie Sweet. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on January 1, 2013

Ellousie Scruggs Way Funeral services for Ellousie Scruggs Way, 90, of Jacksonville Beach, FL, will be held at 10:00 AM Wednesday, January 2, 2013, in the Mausoleum Chapel of Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery, Monroe, LA, with Dr. Alan Miller. Interment will follow at Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery. Ellousie passed away peacefully at Avante' Nursing Home of Jacksonville Beach in Jacksonville Beach, FL on December 29, 2012, after a lengthy illness with Parkinson's disease. She was born on August 11, 1923, in Humnoke, Arkansas, the daughter of Eric Plato Scruggs, Sr., of Keo, AR, and Mildred Ruth Turner of Conway, AR. Ellouise had a successful 45 year career as a Registered Consultant Dietitian to nursing homes and hospitals in North Louisiana. She graduated from England High School in England, AR at sixteen years old; she received her undergraduate degree at Ouachita Baptist University in Arkadelphia, AR. Her graduate degree was from Louisiana Tech University with a Masters of Science in Nutrition and Dietetics. She was a member of the American Dietetic Association, and was active in her local, state and national Dietetic and Consultant organizations. She was the founding member and chairwoman of the National Dietitian Consultant Group of NE Louisiana. She was a trailblazer in her time as the working woman with children and attending school to receive double masters in her field. She helped mentor many women in the Dietitian field. She was also a member of Parkview Baptist Church, Monroe, LA. She was a published author of "Holiday Cooking, A Collection of Holiday Recipes for Family and Friends" which has been re-printed countless times for family and friends. She was preceded in death by her husband, Henry Louis "Cicero" Way, two sons, William Crawford Jowers, Jr. and Gus Eric Jowers and her brother Eric Plato Scruggs, Jr. She is survived by her son Bradford Scruggs Way and stepson Henry Louis Way, Jr.; daughters-in-law Sheryl Jowers, Katherine Deen Way and Enimia Way, nine grandchildren and fourteen great grandchildren. The family will receive friends and family at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe, from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM Tuesday, January 1, 2013. In lieu of flowers, the family has requested donations to be made to the National Parkinson Foundation. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on January 1, 2013

Thomas R. Aaron Sr., 74 HUTTIG, Ark. — Thomas Ray Aaron Sr., formerly of Oak Grove, a heavy equipment operator, died Monday. Memorial services are 10 a.m. Saturday at Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Oak Grove. Visitation is 9 a.m. Saturday until service time at the funeral home.

Ella Mae Autman, 94 RAYVILLE — Ella Mae Autman, a homemaker, died Saturday. Arrangements are incomplete at Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville.

Dale Claunch, 57 COLUMBIA — Dale Claunch died Sunday. Graveside services are noon Wednesday at Old Bethel Cemetery, Clarks. Visitation is 9-11 a.m. Wednesday at Riser Funeral Home, Columbia.

Larry W. Coburn, 53 ELMER — Larry Wayne Coburn died Friday. Arrangements are incomplete at Griffin Funeral Home, Pineville.

Carolyn Escalon, 71 COLUMBIA — Carolyn Escalon, a homemaker, died Saturday. Services are 2 p.m. Wednesday at Fellowship Baptist Church, Columbia. Burial will be in the church cemetery under direction of Riser Funeral Home, Columbia.

Katie Foster, 85 RAYVILLE — Katie Foster, a homemaker, died Wednesday. Arrangements are incomplete at Tennant Funeral Home, Bastrop.

Israel Guerrero, 78 COLUMBIA — Israel Guerrero, a farmer, died Monday. Services are 2 p.m. Thursday at Riser Funeral Home, Columbia. Visitation is 4-9 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Burroughs Cemetery, Columbia.

Selena Lewis, 102 BASTROP — Selena Lewis, a homemaker, died Saturday. Arrangements are incomplete at Tennant Funeral Home, Bastrop.

Norman McMillian, 56 Norman McMillian of Monroe, a chef, died Sunday. Arrangements are incomplete at Funerals by McFarland, Monroe.

Sene Mitchell, 101 BASTROP — Sene Mitchell, a homemaker, died Thursday. Arrangements are incomplete at Tennant Funeral Home, Bastrop.

Phillip M. Musgrove, 70 BASTROP — Phillip M. Musgrove, retired International Paper Company employee, died Monday. Services are 2 p.m. Thursday at Golden Funeral Home, Bastrop. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Musgrove Family Cemetery.

Carl Nugent, 75 DUTY FERRY — Carl Nugent, a tugboat captain, died Saturday. Services are 2 p.m. Tuesday at Riser Funeral Home, Columbia. Burial will be in Sandy Bayou Cemetery, east of Columbia.

Zannie Rhodes, 65 MONTGOMERY, Texas — Zannie Rhodes, formerly of Bastrop, died Dec. 25. Arrangements are incomplete at Tennant Funeral Home, Bastrop.

Bailey Sherrer, 95 WILMOT, Ark. — Bailey Sherrer, a farmer, died Saturday. Arrangements are incomplete at Tennant Funeral Home, Bastrop.

Bobbie N. Smith, 74 Bobbie Nell Smith of Monroe, a homemaker, died Friday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Antioch Baptist Church, Monroe. Visitation is 2-4 p.m. Friday at Funerals by McFarland, Monroe with wake service from 5-7 p.m. at the church. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens.

John M. Ward, 91 John McCarthy "Mac" Ward of Monroe, a retired news anchor, died Thursday. Services are 2 p.m. Wednesday at St. Matthew Catholic Church, Monroe. Visitation is noon Wednesday until service time at the church. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Monroe.

Sallie C. Watson, 98 TALLULAH — Sallie Claiborne Watson, a merchant, died Dec. 26. Services are 11 a.m. Wednesday at New Morning Star Missionary Baptist Church, Tallulah. Wake service is 6-7 p.m. Tuesday at the church. Burial will be in Mount Celler Cemetery under the direction of Beckwith Golden Gate Funeral Home, Tallulah.

Johnnie D. Wilson, 95 CHATHAM — Johnnie D. Wilson died Monday. Arrangements are incomplete at Southern Funeral Home, Jonesboro.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED Smith, Kennard Wayne: 11 a.m. Tuesday, Pleasant Green Baptist Church, Richwood. Washington, Herbert Jean: 2 p.m. Saturday, Hester's Central State Funeral Home, Monroe.

Jan 2, 2013 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

Debbie R. Johnson Funeral services for Debbie R. Johnson, 54 of Delhi will be held at 2:00PM Thursday, January 3, 2013 at Pentecost Tabernacle Church in Delhi with Rev. Shane Lester and Rev. Dan Stansbury officiating. Visitation will be held from 6:00-9:00 PM Wednesday at Pentecost Tabernacle Church. Burial will be in Faith Memorial Park Cemetery near Delhi under the direction of Cox Funeral Home of Delhi. Debbie was a native and lifelong resident of the Delhi area and is preceded in death by her parents Homer Brown Jr. and Patricia Tillman Brown. She is survived by her husband Scott E. Johnson of Delhi; one son Kevin Wayne Brown and wife Casey of Epps, LA; two grandsons Gavin Sims and Grayson Brown; two sisters, Wanda Glass of Winnsboro, LA and Denise Brown of Epps, LA; two brothers Jimmy Brown of Rayville, LA and David Brown of Delhi, LA; a step-son Alvin Johnson and a step-daughter Isabella Johnson. Pallbearers will be Scott Hosea, Steven Taylor, Cullen Hutchinson, Dwain Robbins, David Burroughs and Jay Wilson. Honorary pallbearers will be Travis Presley and Zachery Presley. To leave a message of condolence please visit our website at www.coxfuneral.com. Cox Funeral Home Delhi, LA Published in The News Star on January 2, 2013

Justin S. Fogleman Memorial services for Justin S. Fogleman, of Monroe will be held at 3 PM on Fri, Jan 4, 2013 at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Monroe. Pastor Leslie Fogleman, Justin's cousin, will be officiating. Justin passed away peacefully on Sat. Dec 29 in his home in Monroe. He was preceded in death by his wife, Joy Fogleman of 54 years; his son, Marc Fogleman; his father, Iley Fogleman; his mother, Joy Phelps; and his little sister, Elenor Fogleman. Survivors include his daughters, Karen Fogleman of Lafayette and Krista Fogleman of Monroe; four grandchildren, Jason and Jana Coates, Addison and Seth Hill; two great granddaughters, Abigail Coates and Madison Frazier; and his older brother, John Fogleman of Monroe. Justin proudly served his country in the U.S. Navy from 1952-56. He was a very talented and accomplished artist. He was a member of The River City Artist Foundation. He was truly a creative genius and his artwork was his passion. His talent will live on by his numerous pieces of art that family, friends, and clients now own. Justin never met a stranger. His stories, wisdom, wit and creative ideas will never be forgotten. He was a devoted husband, father and grandfather and will be dearly missed by all that knew him. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on January 2, 2013

James W. Spivey Funeral Services for Mr. James Wilford Spivey, 84, of West Monroe, LA will be held at 11:00 AM Thursday, January 3, 2013 in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA with Rev. Mark Fenn officiating. Interment will follow in the New Ramah Cemetery in Webster Parish, LA. Mr. Spivey was born on October 20, 1928, in Haynesville, LA and died on January 1, 2013 in West Monroe, LA. He served in the United States Army during the Korean War. Mr. Spivey received the Governor Jimmy Davis Award in Livestock in his high school days, and also was a member of the Jr. Jaycees. He later became an Agriculture Engineer with LP&L. Mr. Spivey was a member of the First Baptist Church in West Monroe, LA, and was active in Dixie Youth Baseball for many years. He was a devoted husband to his wife, and loving grandpa to his grandchildren. Mr. Spivey is preceded in death by his brother, Dr. Ferrell Spivey and by his sister, Virginia S. Nordyke. Survivors include his wife, Billie Marie Spivey; sons, James Spivey II, Craig Spivey, Bradley Spivey and wife, Melissa, and Stuart Spivey and wife, Sandra; grandchildren, Colin, William, Jessica, Savannah, and Joshua James; sisters, Caroline Moore and Marilyn Stansberry; and his brother, D.D. Spivey; along with numerous nieces and nephews. Mr. Spivey's nephews will serve as pallbearers. Visitation will be held from 9:30 AM until Service Time on Thursday at Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Memorials may be made to the Louisiana Baptist Children's Home. Online Registry/ Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on January 2, 2013

Tyson D. Bordelon, 86 Tyson D. Bordelon of West Monroe, a retired barber and a former Monroe City Council member, died Sunday. Services are 10 .m. Wednesday at St. Paschal Catholic Church, West Monroe. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery, Monroe, under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Debbie R. Brown 54 DELHI — Debbie R. Brown died Tuesday. Services are 2 p.m. Thursday at Pentecost Tabernacle Church. Visitation is 6-9 p.m. Wednesday at the church. Burial will be in Faith Memorial Park Cemetery near Delhi under the direction of Cox Funeral Home of Delhi.

Sadie N. Holey 73 DELHI — Sadie N. Holey, a retired retail merchant, died Monday. Services are 2 p.m. Wednesday at Cox Funeral Home. Burial will be in Faith Memorial Park Cemetery.

Rebel A. Joiner, 88 Rebel Albritton Joiner of Monroe, a homemaker, died Monday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Monroe.

Mary J. Moss, 88 Mary J. Moss, of West Monroe, a homemaker, died Monday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

James A. Mullins, 73 OAK GROVE — James Albert Mullins, a carpenter, died Monday. Services are 2 p.m. Thursday at Brown-Holley Funeral Home. Visitation is 4-9 p.m. Wednesday and noon Thursday until service time at the funeral home.

Martha L. Spann, 79 EXTENSION — Martha Lee Spann, 79, a homemaker, died Sunday. Services are noon Saturday at Locust Hill Baptist Church under the direction of Richardson and Sims Funeral Home, Winnsboro. Burial will be at Daughter of Zion Cemetery.

Antoinette T. Sweet, 88 Antoinette Ticheli "Dollie" Sweet of Monroe, a retired teacher, died Saturday. Services are 10 a.m. Wednesday at St. Matthew Catholic Church. Burial will be in the church cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Monroe.

Shirly Wages, 75 JONESBORO — Shirly Wages died Monday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Southern Funeral Home.

Ellouise Way, 89 JACKSONVILLE BEACH, Fla. — Ellouise Scruggs Way, a retired registered consultant dietitian, died Saturday. Services are 10 a.m. Wednesday at the Mausoleum Chapel of Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery, Monroe. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Monroe.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED Aaron Sr., Thomas Ray: 10 a.m. Saturday, Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Oak Grove. Claunch, Dale: noon Wednesday, Old Bethel Cemetery, Clarks. Escalon, Carolyn: 2 p.m. Wednesday, Fellowship Baptist Church, Columbia. Guerrero, Israel: 2 p.m. Thursday, Riser Funeral Home, Columbia. Musgrove, Phillip M.: 2 p.m. Thursday, Golden Funeral Home, Bastrop. Smith, Bobbie Nell: 11 a.m. Saturday, Antioch Baptist Church, Monroe. Ward, John McCarthy "Mac": 2 p.m. Wednesday, St. Matthew Catholic Church, Monroe. Washington, Herbert Jean: 2 p.m. Saturday, Hester's Central State Funeral Home, Monroe. Watson, Sallie Claiborne: 11 a.m. Wednesday, New Morning Star Missionary Baptist Church, Tallulah.

Jan 3, 2013 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

Robert Erle Barham, Jr. Robert Erle Barham, Jr. (Mr. Ree) went to Heaven on January 1st, 2013 at the age of 93. Mr. Ree was born on December 3, 1919 in the home of his grandparents, William T. and Ada Mott Barham Oak Ridge, LA. He graduated from Oak Ridge High School in 1937, and attended Louisiana State University. Serving his country in the United States Army as a Tank Sergeant for General Patton's 6th Armor Division during the European Campaigns of World War II, he participated in the Normandy Invasion, Liberation of Paris, France, the Battle of the Bulge (Bastogne, Belgium), and the Liberation of Frankfurt and Berlin, Germany. For his service, he was awarded the Bronze Star, Purple Heart and five Campaign Medals. The third generation owner and proprietor of Barham's General Mercantile Store, he kept the family business open for forty years until his retirement in 1983. A life-long member of Oak Ridge Baptist Church, Mr. Ree served as a Deacon and Superintendent of the Sunday School for many years. He is preceded in death by his parents, Robert Erle Barham, Sr. and Emma Shepard Barham; two brothers, William Shepard Barham and Theodore Shepard Barham. Mr. Ree is survived by his daughter, Sharon Barham Carter of Monroe, LA; two sons, David Wayne Barham of Oak Ridge, LA, Richard M. Barham and wife Sally of Oak Ridge, LA; younger sister, Catherine (Cat) Barham of Oak Ridge, LA; eight grandchildren, David Christopher Barham, Jason Michael Barham, Jesse Aaron Barham, Tatum Erle Barham, Brian Michael Barham, James Robert Barham, Tammy Anne Carter, Joshua Auldon Carter; and nine great grandchildren Zac Carter, Steven Mims, Sammy Barham,Sarah Barham, Ian Barham, Eleanor Catherine Barham, Analease Noel Barham, William Tate Barham, Caroline Elise Barham. Pallbearers will be grandsons and great-grandsons. Honorary pallbearers will be Bud Shepard, Earl Hogan, Gerald McLendon, and Dennis Smith. Visitation for friends and neighbors will be from 6:00 PM until 8:00 PM, on Thursday, January 4, 2013 at Golden Funeral Home in Bastrop, LA. Elder David W. Barham and Rev. James Barham will conduct the graveside services with Military honors at Oak Ridge Baptist Church Cemetery, Friday, January 5, 2013, at 10:00 AM. Golden Funeral Home Bastrop, LA Published in The News Star on January 3, 2013

Dollie Roberts Love Dollie R. Love died on Tuesday, December 18, 2012 in Plattsmouth, Nebraska. She was born in Kelly, Louisiana on November 29, 1921, the daughter of David and Julia Roberts. She lived almost all her life in Kelly and Olla, moving to Omaha in 2004 to be near her daughters. For many years she was a member of the Olla Congregation of Jehovah's Witnesses and personally visited countless homes in the area, zealously sharing "this good news of the kingdom" with all who listened. A memorial service will be held at 1:00 pm on Saturday, January 5, 2013 at the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses in Olla. Visitation is at Riser & Son Funeral Home in Olla on Friday, January 4, from 6 to 8, and following the service on Saturday. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, John C. Love, her sisters, Janie Roberts of Olla, Jewel Bolton of West Monroe, Eunice Ford of Pascagoula, MS, and Christine Taylor of Ferriday; and her brothers, Cecil Roberts and Cary Roberts of Olla, and J. D. Roberts of Jena. Survivors include her son, Jerry Love of Omaha, Nebraska; her daughters, Beverly Love of Maple Grove, Minnesota, and Betty Love of Omaha, Nebraska, and grandchildren Mark Love of Philadelphia, PA, Amy Eriksen of Wallkill, NY, and Janie, Ruby, Claire, and John Hickman of Omaha, Nebraska in addition to many nieces and nephews. Riser Funeral Home Olla, LA Published in The News Star on January 3, 2013

Mary Jane Moss Funeral Services for Mrs. Mary Jane Moss, 88, of West Monroe, LA will be held at 11:00 A.M. Friday, January 4, 2013 in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA with Rev. Neil Everett and Rev. Walter Allen officiating. Interment will follow in the Hasley Cemetery. Mrs. Moss was born on April 1, 1924 in Bastrop, LA and died on December 31, 2012 in Ruston, LA. She was a member of New Chapel Hill Baptist Church. Mrs. Moss is preceded in death by her husband of 63 years, Robert O. Moss and daughter, Rebecca Jane Moss. Survivors include her son, Robert Moss; sister, Lenny Moore; grandchildren, Randall Allen Platt, Mary Catherine Herren, Lee Moss, and Christopher Garvin; and great grandchild, Philip Anthony Herren. Pallbearers will be David Turner, Scott Moore, John Paul Reiger, Jerry Don Aulds, Jansen Mays, and Fred King. Visitation will be held from 10:00 AM until Service Time on Friday at Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. The family would like to give a special Thank You to Dr. Robbie Marx, Dr. Don Hammett, Dr. Henry Zizzi, to Mrs. Moss's nurse, David Turner, her Sunday school class and the members of First Baptist Church Calhoun, LA and to her good friend and neighbor, Shirley King. Online Registry/ Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on January 3, 2013

Betty Allen, 59 Betty Jean Pleasant Allen, a certified nurses assistant, died Sunday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at Kingdom Hall of Jehovah Witness, Baskin. Burial will be in Morning Star Cemetery, Fort Necessity, under the direction of Richardson Funeral Home, Winnsboro.

Jonathan Allen, 43 HOLDEN — Jonathan Allen, formerly of Ferriday, an oilfield worker, died Wednesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Gill First National Funeral Home.

Jon L. Auger, 63 FARMERVILLE — Jon Larry Auger, a real estate agent and retired Louisiana State Police lieutenant with Troop F, died Sunday. Services are 11 a.m. Friday at Cox Funeral Home, Oak Grove. Visitation is 4-8 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Oak Grove City Cemetery.

Ella M. Autman, 94 RAYVILLE — Ella Mae Autman, a homemaker, died Saturday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at Agape Baptist Church. Visitation is 7-8 p.m. Friday at Tennant Funeral Home. Burial will be in Pleasant Grove No. 2 Church Cemetery.

Samuel Bonneau Sr., 70 NEBO — Samuel Peter Bruce Bonneau Sr., a retired electrician, died Tuesday. Services are 2 p.m. Friday at Shady Grove Pentecostal Church. Visitation is 2-8 p.m. Thursday at the church. Burial will be in Olla Cemetery, Olla, under the direction of Riser Funeral Home, Olla.

Justin S. Fogleman, 81 Justin S. Fogleman of Monroe, an artist and air and refrigeration retiree, died Saturday. Memorial services are 3 p.m. Friday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Monroe, with visitation following service.

Katie Foster, 85 RAYVILLE — Katie Foster, a homemaker, died Dec. 26. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at Mount Zion Baptist Church. Visitation is 4-7 p.m. Friday at Tennant Funeral Home. Burial will be in Love and Charity Cemetery.

Sarah J. Gray, 73 TALLULAH — Sarah J. Gray, a homemaker, died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Beckwith Golden Gate Funeral Home.

Sullivan D. Harris Sr., 80 Sullivan Donaldson Harris Sr. of Monroe, retired postal worker, died Tuesday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Greater New Hope Baptist Church, Monroe. Visitation is 1-6 p.m. Friday at Smith Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens, Richwood.

Rebel A. Joiner, 88 Rebel Albritton Joiner of Monroe, a homemaker, died Monday. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at Parkview Baptist Church, Monroe. Visitation is 5-7 p.m. Friday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park, Monroe.

Willie M. Lancaster, 71 Willie Mae Lancaster of Monroe, a homemaker, died Dec. 26. Services are 11 a.m. Thursday at Miller Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens.

Willie Larkin III, 80 Willie Larkin III of Monroe, self-employed, died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Miller Funeral Home, Monroe. Ralph G. Lee, 59 Ralph Gerard Lee of Sterlington, a truck driver, died Friday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Smith Funeral Home, Monroe.

Selena Lewis, 102 BASTROP — Selena Lewis, a homemaker, died Saturday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Second Baptist Church. Visitation is 6-7 p.m. Friday at Tennant Funeral Home. Burial will be in H.V. Adams Cemetery. Gladys Mayhar, 87 Gladys Mayhar of West Monroe died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Norman McMillian, 56 Norman McMillian of Monroe, a chef, died Sunday. Services are 1:30 p.m. Saturday at New Hope Pentecostal Church, Monroe. Visitation is 2-6 p.m. Friday at Funerals by McFarland, Monroe. Burial will be in Magnolia Cemetery, Monroe.

Sene Mitchell, 101 BASTROP — Sene Mitchell, a homemaker, died Thursday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at New Second Baptist Church. Visitation is 6-8 p.m. Friday at Tennant Funeral Home. Burial will be in H.V. Adams Cemetery.

Zannie Rhodes, 65 MONTGOMERY, Texas — Zannie Rhodes, formerly of Bastrop, died Dec. 25. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at New Second Baptist Church, Bastrop. Visitation is 6-8 p.m. Friday at Tennant Funeral Home, Bastrop. Burial will be in Evergreen Baptist Church Cemetery, Bastrop.

Bailey Sherrer, 95 WILMOT, Ark. — Bailey Sherrer, a farmer, died Friday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at First Baptist Church. Visitation is 6-7 p.m. Friday at Tennant Funeral Home, Bastrop. Burial will be in Harris Cemetery.

Thelma Smith, 83 WINNSBORO — Thelma Smith, an office clerk, died Wednesday. Services are 2 p.m. Friday at Gill First National Funeral Home. Visitation is 6-9 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Myrtle Memorial Cemetery.

James W. Spivey, 84 James Wilford Spivey of West Monroe, an engineer with LP&L, died Tuesday. Services are 11 a.m. Thursday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Visitation is 9:30 a.m. Thursday until service time. Burial will be in New Ramah Cemetery, Webster Parish.

Vicki L. Star, 57 DELHI — Vicki Lee Star, a resident and client of CDF Health Care Services, died Dec. 25. Services are 10 a.m. Friday at Cox Funeral Home. Burial will be in St. John Community Cemetery.

Keith Strawder, 49 Keith Strawder of Monroe, a teacher and musician, died Thursday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Calvary Missionary Baptist Church, West Monroe. Visitation is 1-7 p.m. Friday at Miller Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens.

Noel Temple, 82 WINNSBORO — Noel Temple, a retired farmer, died Wednesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Gill First National Funeral Home.

Shirley A. Wages, 71 CHATHAM — Shirley Ann Wages died Monday. Services are 10 a.m. Friday at Ebenezer Baptist Church. Visitation is 5-9 p.m. Thursday at the church. Burial will be in Salem Cemetery, Eros, under the direction of Southern Funeral Home, Jonesboro.

Damon R. Williams, 34 HOUSTON — Damon Romel Williams, formerly of Monroe, died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Funerals by McFarland, Monroe.

Johnnie D. Wilson, 95 CHATHAM — Johnnie David Wilson died Monday. Services are 2 p.m. Friday at Frantom Chapel Baptist Church, Eros. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Thursday at Southern Funeral Home, Jonesboro. Burial will be in Chatham Cemetery, Chatham.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED Aaron Sr., Thomas Ray: 10 a.m. Saturday, Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Oak Grove. Brown, Debbie R.: 2 p.m. Thursday, Pentecost Tabernacle Church. Guerrero, Israel: 2 p.m. Thursday, Riser Funeral Home, Columbia. Mullins, James Albert: 2 p.m. Thursday, Brown-Holley Funeral Home. Musgrove, Phillip M.: 2 p.m. Thursday, Golden Funeral Home, Bastrop. Smith, Bobbie Nell: 11 a.m. Saturday, Antioch Baptist Church, Monroe. Spann, Martha Lee: noon Saturday, Locust Hill Baptist Church. Washington, Herbert Jean: 2 p.m. Saturday, Hester's Central State Funeral Home, Monroe.

Jan 4, 2013 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

Charles Henry Allen Funeral services for Charles Henry Allen, 89, of Marion, will be held at 10:00 AM Saturday, January 5, 2013, in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe, with Rev. Bubba Hoggatt officiating. Interment will follow at Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery. Mr. Allen passed away Thursday, January 03, 2013. He was a U. S. Army veteran serving in both WWII and the Korean Conflict. Mr. Allen was on the Union Parish School Board for 24 years, and owner/operator, along with his brothers, for 50 years of Allen Brothers Enterprises. He was a charter member of First Baptist Church of Marion where he was music director and deacon. Mr. Allen was preceded in death by his parents, Lifford and Viola Allen; and brother, Bruce Allen. Survivors include his wife, Dorothy Jean Allen; son, Richard Allen and wife Terri; daughter, Martha Boyte and husband Steve; grandchildren, Ginger Teekell, Staci Choate and husband Kenneth, Kristi Ewasko and husband Matt; seven great grandchildren; brother, Gene Allen and wife Susan; sister-in-law, Virginia Allen; and many nieces and nephews. Visitation will be Friday from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on January 4, 2013

Clifton Davis Funeral services for Clifton Davis, 84, a business owner of Winnsboro, LA will be held 2:00 P.M., Saturday January 5, 2013 in Temple Baptist Church Winnsboro, LA with Rev. Bill Robinson and Rev. Jimmy Harper officiating. Interment will follow in Providence Memorial Cemetery Winnsboro, LA. Visitation will be 5:00 P.M. until 8:00 P.M., Friday January 4, 2013 at the church. Mr. Davis was born March 10, 1928 in Mangham, LA to his parents Johnny Davis and Beatrice Taylor Davis and passed from this life on January 2, 2012 at Plantation Manor Nursing Center in Winnsboro, LA. He is preceded in death by his parents. Mr. Davis served for 52 years as a deacon and member of Wisner First Baptist Church and Temple Baptist Church in Winnsboro, LA; he was a member of the Men's Prayer Breakfast and also served as District Director of District 5 Dixie Youth for over 35 years. Survivors include his wife of 59 years Daisy White Davis of Winnsboro, LA; three children Kip Davis and wife Rhonda of Monroe, LA; Bruce Davis and wife Amy of Sicily Island, LA; Mary Davis Smith and husband Gerald of Winnsboro, LA and one sister Mary Belle White and husband Owen of Winnsboro, LA; 9 grandchildren and 3 great-grandchildren. On-line condolences may be made at www.gillfirstnational.com Gill Funeral Home Winnsboro, LA Published in The News Star on January 4, 2013

Sullivan Donaldson Harris, Sr. Funeral services for Sullivan D. Harris, Sr., will be held at 11:00 AM Saturday, January 5th, 2013 at Greater New Hope Baptist Church in Monroe, LA with Rev. William Ross officiating. Interment will follow in the Richwood Memorial Gardens Cemetery under the direction of Smith Funeral Home, Monroe, LA. Sullivan Donaldson Harris, Sr. was born on January 31, 1932 and passed away on January 1, 2013. He served in the United States Army during the Korean War. Sullivan worked for the U.S. Postal Office and for the City of Monroe Taxation Department. He was a member of the Greater New Hope Baptist Church where he served as a deacon. He is survived by his wife of 60 years Jeanette Harris and children Sullivan Harris, Jr., (Deborah), Dwight Harris, Sr. (Vickie), Pamela Bourn (Virgil), Michael Harris, Sr. (Deloris), Ronnie Harris, Sr. (Vonda), and Tammy Green (Derrick), sisters, brothers, numerous nieces and nephews, as well as grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Pallbearers will be grandsons, Michael Harris, Jr., Ronnie Harris, Jr., Derrick Harris, Kendall Harris, Stanley Harris, and Sullivan George Harris. Visitations will be held from 1:00 PM until 6:00 PM January 4, 2013 at Smith Funeral Home, Monroe, LA. Smith Funeral Home Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on January 4, 2013

Rebel Albritton Joiner Rebel Albritton Joiner, 88, of Monroe, Louisiana passed away peacefully on December 31, 2012 at her home. Visitation will be from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM Friday, January 4, 2013 at Kilpatrick Funeral Home of Monroe. Funeral services will be at 2:00 PM, Saturday, January 5, 2013 at Parkview Baptist Church in Monroe with Rev. Erby Burgess and Rev. Lee McGlone officiating. Interment will follow immediately at Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery in Monroe. Mrs. Joiner was born October 24, 1924 in Downsville, LA to Irene Canterbury Albritton and Harvey L. Albritton. She was a member of Parkview Baptist Church for forty-four years serving in many capacities including President of the Women's Missionary Union and as a Sunday school teacher for most of her years of membership. Before moving to Monroe, she was a member of First Baptist Church, Greenville, Mississippi for fourteen years, also serving in many leadership roles. Mrs. Joiner was a past member of the Monroe Garden Club, the Twin City Study Club and the American Mothers Organization. She volunteered her time to the Louisiana Baptist Childrens' Home and to the ULM Baptist Collegiate Ministry. She is preceded in death by her husband of 67 years, Luzon Joiner. She is survived by children Larry Joiner and wife Nonie of Canton, MS, Keith Joiner and wife, Penny of Monroe, and Rebecca Joiner of Monroe. Mrs. Joiner is also survived by grandchildren Ashley Smith and husband Wade of Madison, MS, Grant Joiner and wife Whitney of Memphis, TN, Amanda Saltzman and husband Andy of Lake Charles, LA, and great grandchildren Wade and Walker Smith of Madison, MS and Anna Leigh and Andy Saltzman, Jr. of Lake Charles, LA. She is survived by brothers James Albritton of Downsville, Darvin Albritton of West Monroe, Harold Albritton and wife, Lou Ann of Choudrant, and Troy Albritton and wife Janice of West Monroe, one niece, numerous nephews and dearest cousin, Earline Canterbury Allen. The family wishes to express sincere gratitude to Eller Sutton and daughters Mia and Patricia for their compassionate caregiving to Mrs. Joiner for the last year. Pallbearers are Richard Buck, Grant Joiner, Tom O'Neal, Andy Saltzman, Wade Smith, and Darrell Washam. Honorary Pallbearers are the Grace Sunday School Class and the Parkview Senior Fellowship Group. Memorials may be made to Parkview Baptist Church Senior Adult Ministry or to the Louisiana Baptist Childrens' Home in Monroe. Kilpatrick Funeral Home Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on January 4, 2013

Patricia J. Kelly Funeral services for Patricia J. Kelly, 77, of Newellton, LA will be held Saturday, Jaunary 5, 2013 at 1:00 p.m. at Newellton Chapel Baptist Church in Newellton with Rev. Dennis Redden, Sr. officiating. Burial will follow at the Union Cemetery in Newellton under the directions of Concordia Funeral Home of Ferriday, LA. Visitation will be held Friday evening from 5:00 p.m. until 6:30 p.m. at the church and Saturday morning from 10:00 a.m. to service time at the church. Delta Sigma Theta Sorority ceremonies will be performed at 12:00 noon. Mrs. Kelly, daughter of Lawrence and Selezie Jackson Johnson was born March 17, 1935 in New Orleans, LA and died January 1, 2013 at River Regional Medical Center in Vicksburg, MS. She was a retired educator for Tensas Parish School System; member of the Tensas Parish Retired Teachers Association; Tensas Parish Library Board; member of the Delta Sigma Theta Sorority; Southern University Alumni Federation; member of the H. A. Dillion Southern University Alumni Chapter and a member of Newellton Chapel Baptist Church. Mrs. Kelly is survived by her husband, James Kelly, Sr. of Newellton; two sons, James Kelly, Jr.and his wife, LaKeiche of Lake Charles, LA; Dwayne Kelly and his wife, Tasha of Canton, MI; one daughter, Nannette Kelly of Memphis, TN; four sisters, Joy Washington and her husband, Clarence, of Roosevelt, NY; Beryl Wingate of New Orleans, LA; Naomi Rumbolt and her husband, Derrick, of Evanston, IL; Mona Gilliano of Chicago, IL. She was blessed with five grandchildren. She is preceded in death by her parents, and one brother, Lawrence Johnson. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to the Southern University Alumni Federation Patricia Johnson Kelly Scholarship Fund, P. O. Box 9746, Baton Rouge, LA 70813. Online condolences can be sent to http://www.concordiafuneralhomeinc.com Concordia Funeral Home Ferriday, LA Published in The News Star on January 4, 2013

Maurine Haynes Powell A private family service for Maurine Haynes Powell, 93, of West Monroe, LA will be held at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Mrs. Powell's grandchildren will arrange the service; Sean and Kent Murphy, Derek, Stuart and Blake Hodnett, along with her granddaughter, Janae Hodnett Rozema. No visitation will be held. Mrs. Powell was born March 2, 1919 in Razor, TX, and was a native of Paris, TX. She had resided in Monroe, LA from 1956 until 2003 when she moved to West Monroe. Mrs. Powell is preceded in death by her husband of fifty-six years, James N. Powell, Jr. and daughter, Maurlyne Murphy. Survivors include her daughter, Janice Earl and husband, Gerald Leroy (Dale) of West Monroe, LA; son-in-law, George (Jo) Murphy of Oak Point, TX; six grandchildren; twelve great-grandchildren; sisters, Wilma Hunter of Lubbock, TX, Robbie (Wayne) Parson of Post Oak, TX and sister-in-law, Evelyn Haynes of Paris, TX. Appreciation is expressed to Dr. Floyd Jones and his staff during Mrs. Powell's lengthy illness. The family has requested that in lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society , Diabetic Association, Heart Association or Alzheimer's Association . Online registry/ condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on January 4, 2013

Jonathan Allen, 43 HOLDEN — Jonathan Allen, an oilfield worker formerly of Ferriday, died Wednesday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Gill First National Funeral Home, Winnsboro. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Friday at the funeral home. Burial will be in South Central Cemetery, Wisner.

Rick Chance, 54 RUSTON — Rick Chance, an automobile salesman, died Wednesday. Services are 10 a.m. Saturday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Friday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Mount Carmel Cemetery, Florien.

John Currie Sr., 75 DUBACH — John Currie Sr., a laborer, died Wednesday. Services are noon Saturday at Hopewell Baptist Church. Visitation is 1-6 p.m. Friday at Miller Family Mortuary, Ruston. Burial will be in Hopewell Baptist Church Cemetery.

Maggie Gibson, 80 GRAMBLING — Maggie Gibson, a homemaker, Wednesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Miller Family Mortuary.

James C. Harris, 68 NATCHEZ, Miss. — James Cecil Harris, retired Army veteran, died Wednesday. Memorial services will be held at a later date under the direction of Comer Funeral Home, Ferriday.

Frederick W. Harrison, 58 GRAMBLING — Frederick Wayne Harrison, a mechanic, died Sunday. Memorial services are 1:30 p.m. Saturday at King's Funeral Home, Ruston.

Todd Haygood, 43 Todd Haygood of West Monroe, a welfare specialist III, died Thursday. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at Griffin Funeral Home, West Monroe. Visitation is 5-6 p.m. Friday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery.

Antonio Jackson, 39 TALLULAH — Antonio Jackson, a homemaker, died Thursday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Beckwith Golden Gate Funeral Home.

Willie Larkin III, 80 Willie Larkin III of Monroe, self-employed, died Tuesday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at First Missionary Baptist Church. Visitation is 1-6 p.m. Friday at Miller Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery.

Ralph G. Lee, 59 Ralph Gerard Lee of Sterlington, a truck driver, died Friday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Sterlington Church of God In Christ. Visitation is 1-6 p.m. Friday at Smith Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens.

Shelby Martin, 85 BIENVILLE — Shelby Martin, a heavy machine operator, died Thursday. Services are 10 a.m. Saturday at Edmonds Funeral Home, Jonesboro. Visitation is 5-9 p.m. Friday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Liberty Hill Cemetery.

Gladys Mayhar, 87 Gladys Mayhar of West Monroe, a homemaker, died Tuesday. A private family service will be at Palo Pinta Cemetery, Mineral Springs, Texas, under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Michael McDaniel, 55 WINNSBORO — Michael McDaniel, a mechanic, died Thursday. Memorial services will be held at a later date under the direction of Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Rayville.

Mary Jane Moss, 88 Mary Jane Moss of West Monroe, a homemaker, died Monday. Services are 11 a.m. Friday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Visitation is 10 a.m. Friday until service time. Burial will be in Hasley Cemetery, West Monroe.

Odis D. Osborne, 70 GRAMBLING — Odis Daniel Osborne, a master builder, died Friday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Mount Zion Baptist Church. Visitation is 1-5 p.m. Friday at King's Funeral Home, Ruston. Burial will be in Grambling Memorial Gardens.

Jarrell T. Skains, 85 MONTGOMERY — Jarrell Thompson Skains, a retired assistant physical therapist, died Wednesday. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at Southern Funeral Home, Winnfield. Visitation is 5-9 p.m. Friday and noon Saturday until service time at the funeral home. Burial will be in Mount Zion Cemetery.

Louis Starr, 91 RAYVILLE — Louis Starr, retired, died Wednesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home.

A.G. Tate, 78 BASTROP — A.G. Tate, a retired carpenter, died Wednesday. Graveside services are 3 p.m. Friday at Red Wing Cemetery, Goodwill, under the direction of Golden Funeral Home. Visitation is noon-2 p.m. Friday at the funeral home.

Alice Washington, 75 Alice Faye Washington of Monroe, a homemaker, died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Miller Funeral Home, Monroe.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED Aaron Sr., Thomas Ray: 10 a.m. Saturday, Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Oak Grove. Allen, Betty Jean Pleasant: 1 p.m. Saturday, Kingdom Hall of Jehovah Witness, Baskin. Auger, Jon Larry: 11 a.m. Friday, Cox Funeral Home, Oak Grove. Autman, Ella Mae: 1 p.m. Saturday, Agape Baptist Church, Rayville. Bonneau Sr., Samuel Peter Bruce: 2 p.m. Friday, Shady Grove Pentecostal Church, Nebo. Fogleman, Justin S.: 3 p.m. Friday, Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe, Foster, Katie: 1 p.m. Saturday, Mount Zion Baptist Church, Rayville. Harris Sr., Sullivan Donaldson: 11 a.m. Saturday, Greater New Hope Baptist Church, Monroe. Joiner, Rebel Albritton: 2 p.m. Saturday, Parkview Baptist Church, Monroe. Lewis, Selena: 11 a.m. Saturday, Second Baptist Church, Bastrop. McMillian, Norman: 1:30 p.m. Saturday, New Hope Pentecostal Church, Monroe. Mitchell, Sene: 1 p.m. Saturday, New Second Baptist Church, Bastrop. Rhodes, Zannie: 11 a.m. Saturday, New Second Baptist Church, Bastrop. Sherrer, Bailey: 11 a.m. Saturday, First Baptist Church, Wilmot, Ark. Smith, Bobbie Nell: 11 a.m. Saturday, Antioch Baptist Church, Monroe. Smith, Thelma: 2 p.m. Friday, Gill First National Funeral Home, Winnsboro. Spann, Martha Lee: noon Saturday, Locust Hill Baptist Church. Star, Vicki Lee: 10 a.m. Friday, Cox Funeral Home, Delhi. Strawder, Keith: 11 a.m. Saturday, Calvary Missionary Baptist Church, West Monroe. Wages, Shirley Ann: 10 a.m. Friday, Ebenezer Baptist Church. Washington, Herbert Jean: 2 p.m. Saturday, Hester's Central State Funeral Home, Monroe. Wilson, Johnnie David: 2 p.m. Friday, Frantom Chapel Baptist Church, Eros.

Jan 5, 2013 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

Willie Larkin III Funeral services for Mr. Willie Larkin III of Monroe, Louisiana will be held at 11:00 a.m., Saturday, January 5, 2013, at First Missionary Baptist Church. Born on October 22, 1932 in Oak Ridge, Louisiana to the late Jesse B. Givins Larkin and late Willie Larkin Sr., Willie Larkin III came from a large, loving family. He accepted Christ at an early age and faithfully served the Lord until he departed this life on Tuesday, January 1, 2012 at the age of 80. Family, faith and industry were the cornerstones of the life of Willie Larkin, III. From his wife and children to familiy, friends and people he met for the first time, he always found ways to bring joy and make a difference. Willie graduated from Eula D. Britton High School in Rayville, LA and attended Southern University & A&M College, where he graduated six months early with a Bachelor of Science degree in Agriculture and Biological Science. Following graduation, Willie served his country as a member of the United States Army in the Korean War. Willie Larkin was a successful educator, mentor, consultant and exceptional entrepreneur. Willie loved how the company he helped start and grow with his long-time friend and business partner helped people take charge of their health and trained a future generation of entrepreneurs. He believed in their mission and felt honored to serve in this special way. But he always put family first. Everywhere he lived, Willie made faith in God the foundation of his home. In Chicago, Willie became an ordained deacon of the church at Metropolitan Missionary Baptist Church on under the leadership of Rev. E.F. Ledbetter. When he and his wife Versie moved their family back to Monroe Louisiana, they became members of Mt. Olivet Baptist Church and finally First Missionary Baptist Church under the leadership of his life-long friend, Rev. Andrew Julius Mansfield. All of his life, Willie looked to God for direction and thanked Him for his blessings. His family is comforted that he's now with his mother and father Mr. & Mrs. Willie Larkin II, son Keith Larkin and eldest sister Mary Larkin Butler (the late Scott Butler) who all preceded him in death. Left to cherish his memory are his loving and dedicated wife of 52 years, Versie Mae Cook Larkin, his daughters Kristi Larkin, Ingrid Larkin, Glenda C. Willis (Albert Sr.), sons Kerby Larkin, Creighton Larkin, Christopher Larkin (Dr. Joi Freemont); grandchildren Katrina C. Willis, Albert Willis Jr. (Juli); great-grandchildren Darrell Deshaun Willis, LaShay Willis, Chandler Willis, Ian Willis; sisters, Alma B. Larkin Jenkins, Mable Lee Larkin Boyd, (Thurman Boyd), Annette Larkin; brothers Elbert Larkin, Charles Larkin, Jimmy Alexander (Jerlene); two aunts Lizzie T. Larkin and Lottie Wesley and many dear relatives and friends. Miller Funeral Home Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on January 5, 2013

Arthur Jack Lawrence, Sr. Arthur Jack Lawrence, Sr., a long-time Columbia, LA resident, passed away peacefully on Friday, January 4, 2013 at 92 years old, with family at Ollie Steele Burden Manor, Baton Rouge. Mr. Lawrence was born in Georgetown, LA on July 21, 1920. He was a loving father and grandfather. He was a World War II veteran. Mr. Lawrence was retired from People's Water Service in Columbia, Louisiana as well as the Louisiana State Highway Department. He was also known as Columbia's Plumber. He will be remembered as an avid fisherman, hunter, gardener and for his style of hats. He is survived by his children, Joy Taylor and her husband, John of Baton Rouge, Judy Gamble and her husband, Irby of West Monroe; Sara Duncan and her husband, Ronnie of St. Gabriel, Jack Lawrence, Jr. (Jackie) and his wife, Janet of Monroe and John Lawrence and his wife, Pamela of Oakville, Ontario, his step-children, Tony Hatcher, Mary Peppers, his grandchildren Stuart, David, Johnny, Chris, Amy, Elizabeth, Eric, Kellie and Heather, his great-grandchildren Britney, Aubrey, Ainsley, Caroline, Lorelei, Madilyn , Macy, Posey, and Kitt. He was preceded in death by his mother and father, Nellie and Oscar, his sisters, Beatrice Long, Lois Dodge and Juanita Jones and his brother, Julius, his first wife, Clarice and his second wife, Eva, and his daughter, Laurie June. Mr. Lawrence lived a full life filled with family and friends. He had a strong belief that "One is nearer God's heart in a garden than anywhere else on earth…" He was a member of the First Baptist Church, Columbia, Louisiana. The family wishes to thank the wonderful nursing staff and care-givers at Ollie Steele where he lived for the last three years. His grandchildren will serve as pallbearers. In lieu of flowers, you may make a donation to Ollie Steele Burden Manor, 4250 Essen Lane, Baton Rouge, Louisiana 70809 or to a charity of your choice . The visitation will be held at Riser Funeral Home in Columbia on Saturday, January 5, from 5:00-8:00PM. The funeral will be held on Sunday, January 6, at Stark's Cemetery in Georgetown, LA at 3:00pm. Make Online condolences: www.riserfuneralhomes.com Published in The News Star on January 5, 2013

C. L. Leonard Funeral services for C. L. Leonard will be held 2:00 p.m., Sunday, January 6, 2013, in the chapel of Gill First National Funeral Home. Interment will be in Baskin Cemetery. Visitation will be 5:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m., Saturday, January 5, 2013, at the funeral home. Mr. Leonard was born September 23, 1936 in Winnsboro, LA to his parents Clarence Lee Leonard and Nettie Johnson Leonard and passed from this life on January 4, 2013 at Saint Francis Medical Center Monroe, LA. He is preceded in death by his parents and sisters Olene Cureington and Enola Fox. Mr. Leonard was employed by the Louisiana Department of Transportation as an Engineer Aide III for 30 years; after his retirement from the Department of Transportation he worked for the Louisiana Department of Agriculture and Franklin Parish Police Jury. He loved gospel music and devoted his life to singing bass in trios, quartets ans solos thorough out Northeast Louisiana. He was a member of the Masonic Lodge. Survivors include his wife Pat Leonard of Winnsboro, LA; children Diane Sylvester and husband Jeff of Monroe, LA; Patty Remore and husband Willie of Baskin, LA; Brian Leonard of Mangham; Jessica Leonard Johnston of Winnsboro, LA; Susan and Bobby Kitchell of Winnsboro, LA; Larry Leonard of St. Francisville, LA; Lee Ann Leonard of Madison, MS; grandchildren Lauren and Shelby Sylvester; Riley and Kennedi Remore; Nathan, Hunter, River and Noah Leonard; Grace, Cole and Ellie Johnston; Larry Logan Hitt; Paul and Dr. Mike Kitchell; Audrey and Mason Leonard; great grandchildren Henry and Ben Kitchell and Elijah King. Pallbearers will be Mike Free, Bobby Herring, Levy Lord, Perry Parker, Danny Remore and Don Smith. Honorary pallbearers will be Ricky Baldwin, Johnny Guice and Dan Robinson. Gill First National Funeral Home Winnsboro, LA Published in The News Star on January 5, 2013

Dorothy Turner Riddle Funeral services for Dorothy Turner Riddle of Jonesboro, a local entrepreneur, will be held on Monday, January 7, 2013 at Hodge Baptist Church at 1pm with Rev. Norris Curry officiating. Interment will follow in the Jonesboro Cemetery in Jonesboro, LA. Visitation will be held on Sunday, January 6, 2013 from 5-8pm at Edmonds Funeral Home in Jonesboro. Mrs. Riddle was born March 2, 1934 and passed away January 4, 2013. She was 78. Mrs. Riddle was preceded in death by her husband of 52 years, Robert Edward Riddle, and a son, Robin Rance Riddle and her parents, Arnold and Mary Turner. Survivors include, one Daughter,Vicki Riddle Duke of Haughton, LA, two sons, Terry Wayne Riddle of Lafayette, LA, Gary Payne Riddle and wife Loretta of Maurice, LA, two sisters, Francis Henry of Baton Rouge, LA, Annette Turner of Jonesboro, LA, two step-sisters, Charlotte Cole of Phoenix, AZ and Michelle Turner of Dallas, TX, two step-brothers, Chris Turner of Dallas, TX and David Turner of Dallas, TX, uncle, P.W. Eubanks and wife Jessie Etta of Springhill, LA, two sister-in-laws, Ruby Garner of Choudrant, LA and Polly McCain of Monroe, LA, two brother-in-laws, Michael Swanner of Springdale, AR, David Swanner of Sterlington, LA, two grandchildren, Joshua Heath Riddle and Adam Robert Riddle, four great-grandchildren, Kelsie Ray Riddle, Parker Adam Riddle, Emelia Dominque Riddle and Peggy Rose Riddle. EDMONDS FUNERAL HOME, JONESBORO, LA Published in The News Star on January 5, 2013

Aline Russell Sanders Graveside funeral services for Mrs. Aline Russell Sanders will be 2:00 p.m., Tuesday, January 8, 2013, at the Oak Grove Cemetery in Oak Grove, Louisiana with Reverend Frances Guy officiating. Services are under the direction of Cox Funeral Home of Bastrop. Aline Russell Sanders was born April 1, 1931 near Oak Grove, Louisiana to the late W.J. Russell and Aline Hollingsworth Russell. She passed away January 3, 2013 at Morehouse General Hospital in Bastrop. Mrs. Sanders was a former nurse for Dr. Ted Pollard and Morehouse General Hospital. She enjoyed quilting with the Bastrop Quilter's Club every Wednesday and was recognized with numerous ribbons and awards for her handicraft. Mrs. Sanders is preceded in death by her parents, a sister, Arzell Jones, and two brothers, Clyde Ray Russell and Buddy Russell. She is survived by her husband of 63 years, Douglas Sanders of Bastrop; four children, Cindy Sanders Blake and husband Johnny of Shreveport, Louisiana, Walter Douglas Sanders, Rusty Sanders, and Paul Sanders and wife Karlynn all of Bastrop, Louisiana; six grandchildren, Angela Marshall, Christopher Blake, Anna Kaye Robertson, Kaine Sanders, Jason Sanders, and Justin Sanders; six great-grandchildren; special nephew, Ricky Jones of West Monroe, Louisiana; a brother, Walter Russell; and numerous nieces, nephews, and extended family. For those who wish the family suggest memorials be made to the Veronica Hope Foundation, 499 Bear Foot Road, Oak Grove, Louisiana 71263 or Morehouse Cancer Fund, P.O. Box 1060, Bastrop, Louisiana 71221. Cox Funeral Home Bastrop, LA Published in The News Star on January 5, 2013

Sarah Wright Speir Funeral services for Sarah Wright Speir, 71 of Swartz, Louisiana, will be held at 2:00 p.m., Sunday, January 6, 2013, at the First Baptist Church, Swartz, with the Rev. Jeff Smart, Dr. Alan Miller, and Father Joseph Puthuppally officiating. Music will be provided by Jimmy Cloessner and Lynda Capps. Interment will follow at Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Mrs. Speir was born on March 4, 1941. She went to be with her Lord and Savior on Thursday, January 3, 2013. She was a member of the First Baptist Church, Swartz, where she faithfully served the Lord. She served in many ministries in the church including G.A. and Acteen leader, nursery coordinator, youth Sunday School director, and the hospitality committee. She enjoyed her work at the Ouachita Parish Sheriff Department for 15 years. Sarah helped many brides and families coordinate weddings as she served as a wedding coordinator for many years. She had a heart of compassion and shared the love of Christ as she ministered at St. Francis Medical Center where she served as coordinator of the Pastoral Ministries Department and received the Liguori Lawton Humanitarian Award. She was preceded in death by her parents, Allen and Pauline Wright. Survivors include her husband of 51 years, David R. Speir; her children, Sandy Miller and husband Alan, and Sonya Speir; grandchildren, Katie, Kelsie and James David Miller; sister, Glenda W. Bowne; special friend, Brenda Wade; loving sisters and brothers-in-law, many nieces, nephews and friends. Pallbearers are Jimmy Cloessner, Carl Cloessner, Eugene Berry, Gary Kidd, Paul Fontenot, Ronnie Cole, Ken Cole, and Tim Oglesbee. Visitation will be held from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., Saturday, January 5, at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe, Louisiana. The family would like to give special thanks to Dr. John Hull, Dr. Emile Barrow, Dr. William Matthews, Dr. Byron Henry, Dr. Richard Fincher, and their staffs. Also, a special thanks to the staff of Avalon Place, Synergy Home Health, Lincare, and the nurses in CCU at St. Francis Medical Center. Memorials can be made to the new building fund at First Baptist Church, Swartz, Louisiana. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on January 5, 2013

Charles H. Allen, 89 MARION — Charles Henry Allen, owner-operator of Allen Brothers Enterprises, died Thursday. Services are 10 a.m. Saturday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery, Monroe.

Ronald Berry, 58 TALLULAH — Ronald Berry, a mechanic, died Friday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Beckwith Golden Gate Funeral Home.

Clifton Davis, 84 WINNSBORO — Clifton Davis, a business owner, died Wednesday. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at Temple Baptist Church. Burial will be in Providence Memorial Cemetery under the direction of Gill First National Funeral Home.

Todd Haywood, 43 Todd Haywood of West Monroe, a welfare specialist III, died Thursday. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at Griffin Funeral Home, West Monroe. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery, Monroe.

Ann Hughes, 87 BERNICE — Ann Hughes, a homemaker, died Thursday. Graveside services are 2 p.m. Saturday at Spearsville Cemetery. Arrangements are under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Ruston.

Linda Lee, 61 TALLULAH — Linda Lee, a homemaker, died Thursday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Beckwith Golden Gate Funeral Home.

C.L. Leonard, 76 WINNSBORO — C.L. Leonard, retired Department of Transportation and Development employee, died Friday. Services are 2 p.m. Sunday at Gill First National Funeral Home. Burial will be in Baskin Cemetery.

Pauline E. McCarty, 64 OLLA — Pauline Elizabeth McCarty, a deputy tax assessor, died Thursday. Services are 2 p.m. Sunday at First Baptist Church. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Saturday and 1 p.m. Sunday until services. Burial will be in Beech Creek Cemetery, Olla, under the direction of Southern Funeral Home, Winnfield.

Silas P. McEachern, 83 MINDEN — Silas P. McEachern, formerly of Arcadia, a retired bricklayer, died Thursday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at Church of Christ. Visitation is after 11 a.m. until time of service. Burial will be in Minden Cemetery under the direction of Griffin Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Myrtle W. McVay, 85 BASTROP — Myrtle B. Weems McVay, a homemaker, died Thursday. Services are 3 p.m. Sunday at Golden Funeral Home. Visitation is 1:30-3 p.m. Saturday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Pine Grove Church Cemetery.

Gary D. Myers, 57 EROS — Gary Delane Myers, city of West Monroe employee, died Friday. Services are 2 p.m. Sunday at Frantom Chapel. Visitation is 5:30-9 p.m. at the church. Burial will be in Chatham City Cemetery under the direction of Griffin Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Euell T. Nettles, 77 Euell Thomas Nettles of Monroe, retired auto salesman, died Friday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Monroe.

V.H. Ostteen, 88 COLUMBIA — V.H. "Virgil" Ostteen, a retired T.L. James employee, died Thursday. Services are 10 a.m. Monday at Riser Funeral Home. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Sunday. Burial will be in Burroughs Garden of Memories.

Detandal D. Pickens, 25 Detandal D. Pickens of Monroe, a stocker, died Saturday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at New Salem Baptist Church, West Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens, Richwood, under the direction of Hester's Central State Funeral Home, Monroe.

Dorothy T. Riddle, 78 JONESBORO — Dorothy Turner Riddle, self-employed, died Friday. Services are 1 p.m. Monday at Hodge Baptist Church. Visitation is 4-8 p.m. Sunday at Edmonds Funeral Home. Burial will be in Jonesboro Cemetery.

Linda D. Scott, 42 Linda Diane Scott died Sunday. Services are 2 p.m. Sunday at First Baptist Church, Huttig, Ark. Visitation is 2-6 p.m. Saturday at Memorial Funeral Home, Farmerville. Burial will be in Huttig Community Cemetery.

Doris E. Taylor, 88 MER ROUGE — Doris E. Taylor died Thursday. Graveside services are 2 p.m. Sunday at Memorial Park Cemetery. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Saturday at Golden Funeral Home, Bastrop.

Leah J. Thompson, infant Leah Joy Thompson, the infant daughter of Garrett and Rebekah Thompson of West Monroe, died Wednesday. Graveside services are 10 a.m. Saturday at Kilpatrick's Serenity Gardens. Arrangements are under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Larry Wayne Sr., 69 Larry Wayne Sr. died Monday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Mount Union Baptist Church, Marion. Burial will be in the church cemetery under the direction of Memorial Funeral Home, Farmerville.

Charles Windham, 64 Charles Windham of Monroe, a general mechanic at International Paper and Graphic Packaging, died Friday. Visitation is 4-6 p.m. Sunday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Other services are incomplete.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED Aaron Sr., Thomas Ray: 10 a.m. Saturday, Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Oak Grove. Allen, Betty Jean Pleasant: 1 p.m. Saturday, Kingdom Hall of Jehovah Witness, Baskin. Allen, Jonathan: 11 a.m. Saturday, Gill First National Funeral Home, Winnsboro. Autman, Ella Mae: 1 p.m. Saturday, Agape Baptist Church, Rayville. Chance, Rick: 10 a.m. Saturday, Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Ruston. Currie Sr., John: noon Saturday, Hopewell Baptist Church, Dubach. Foster, Katie: 1 p.m. Saturday, Mount Zion Baptist Church, Rayville. Harris Sr., Sullivan Donaldson: 11 a.m. Saturday, Greater New Hope Baptist Church, Monroe. Harrison, Frederick Wayne: 1:30 p.m. Saturday, King's Funeral Home, Ruston. Haygood, Todd: 2 p.m. Saturday, Griffin Funeral Home, West Monroe. Joiner, Rebel Albritton: 2 p.m. Saturday, Parkview Baptist Church, Monroe. Larkin III, Willie: 11 a.m. Saturday, First Missionary Baptist Church, Monroe. Lee, Ralph Gerard: 11 a.m. Saturday, Sterlington Church of God in Christ. Lewis, Selena: 11 a.m. Saturday, Second Baptist Church, Bastrop. Martin, Shelby: 10 a.m. Saturday, Edmonds Funeral Home, Jonesboro. McMillian, Norman: 1:30 p.m. Saturday, New Hope Pentecostal Church, Monroe. Mitchell, Sene: 1 p.m. Saturday, New Second Baptist Church, Bastrop. Osborne, Odis Daniel: 11 a.m. Saturday, Mount Zion Baptist Church, Grambling. Rhodes, Zannie: 11 a.m. Saturday, New Second Baptist Church, Bastrop. Sherrer, Bailey: 11 a.m. Saturday, First Baptist Church, Wilmot, Ark. Skains, Jarrell Thompson: 2 p.m. Saturday, Southern Funeral Home, Winnfield. Smith, Bobbie Nell: 11 a.m. Saturday, Antioch Baptist Church, Monroe. Spann, Martha Lee: noon Saturday, Locust Hill Baptist Church. Strawder, Keith: 11 a.m. Saturday, Calvary Missionary Baptist Church, West Monroe. Washington, Herbert Jean: 2 p.m. Saturday, Hester's Central State Funeral Home, Monroe.

Jan 6, 2013 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

Mary Lee Abbott Mrs. Mary Lee Abbott was born on May 2, 1930 and passed from this life on Tuesday January 1, 2012 at Glenwood Regional Medical Center. She was a resident of Monroe; a lady of grace and beauty. She shared goodness, kindness and vibrancy for life. She had a character of kindness and empathy for others. She leaves to mourn her memory the "light of her life" her daughter Cynthia. The two of them shared a unique relationship where they were each other's rock. The song "You and I Against The World" was so descriptive of their relationship. Cynthia will now search to find the fortitude and willpower to remain in this world, until she sees again the sweet smile of her Mom in that world that is known only to God. Respectively there will be no formal memorial service. Online condolences may be made to the family at www.griffinfuneralhome.net Griffin Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on January 6, 2013

Norma Jean Brantley Funeral Services for Norma Jean Brantley, 71, of Haile, LA., will be held on Monday, January 7 2013 at 10:00 a.m. at Kilpatrick Funeral Home Chapel with Larry White officiating. Interment will follow in Dean Cemetery in Dean, LA under direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home of Farmerville. Norma was born on August 10, 1941 in Haile, LA., and passed away on January 4, 2013 at her residence. She is preceded in death by her husband, James David (Pate) Brantley: father, Minor L. McGough: mother, Elsie Mae Gardner McGough: and sister, Narene Miller. She is survived by her children, Lee (Debbie) Brantley of Marion, LA; Brandon (Heather) Brantley of Tyler, TX; four grandchildren, LaSha (Bart) Miller of Spence, LA; KayLea Brantley of Marion, LA; Samatha Brantley of TX; David Brantley of TX; and sister, Kaye (BB) Spence of Sterlington, LA; nephews, Rickey McGough, Colby Spence, Jeb Miller, Scott Miller, and Mike McGough; and niece, Sonya Whitney. Visitation will be held on Sunday, January 6, 2013 from 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at Kilpatrick Funeral Home. Pallbearers will be Mitchell Gardner, Roy Gardner, Colby Spence, Paul Smith, Glen Smith, and Don Smith. Honorary Pallbearers will be Jerry Smith and Raymond Mosely. Memorials may be made to the Spanish Mission's and St. Jude Children's Research Hospital . Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com Kilpatrick Funeral Home Farmerville, LA Published in The News Star on January 6, 2013

Jennifer Lane Varner Caples Funeral services for Jennifer Lane Varner Caples, 35, of Calhoun, LA will be held at 10:00 AM Tuesday, January 8, 2013 at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe with Bro. Will Anderson officiating. Interment will follow at Kilpatrick's Serenity Gardens, West Monroe under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Jennifer was born January 7, 1977 in West Monroe and passed away January 4, 2013 in West Monroe. She was a member of Bawcomville Church of Christ. Jennifer touched many lives in the time that she was with us, she will be dearly missed. She was preceded in death by her daughter, Lainey Beth Caples and a nephew, Dusty Allen Varner. Jennifer is survived by her husband, James Paul Caples; two sons, Cameron and Ethan; her parents Alfred Ray and Mary Louvida "Pete" Varner; two brothers, Kennith Varner and wife Marilyn and Billy Varner and wife Heather; mother-in-law, Hazel Gordon and husband Mark; two sisters-in-law Sarah Gordon and Gracie Gordon; and numerous nieces and nephews, cousins, aunts, uncles and many friends. Visitation will be 5:00 PM until 9:00 PM Monday, January 7, 2013 at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on January 6, 2013

Billy Glenn Langston Billy Glenn Langston, a Neville graduate and retired Navy veteran passed away on December 21, 2012 in Herndon,VA. Billy was born May 1,1946 in Bastrop, LA and moved to Monroe in 1961. At Neville, he was a member of the Louisiana AAAA State championship football teams of 1962 and 1963. He was a member of the Latin Club. Billy is survived by three sons, Colin David of Houston, TX, Neill Andrew and wife Erin and grandsons Oliver and Griffin of Baltimore, MD, Byron Daniel of Sterling, VA, and by brother and sister-in-law Harry B. and Peggy W. Langston of Orange, TX, and by numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. Billy is preceeded in passing by parents, William O. and Viola B. Langston of Marion, and brother Charles G. Langston of Alexanderia, VA. Billy attended Louisiana Tech before joining the U.S. Navy. In service he earned a BA from U. MD and an MBA from Central MI U. He retired as a Chief Petty Officer after more than twenty years service. He was enrolled in MENSA International. A memorial service was held in Herndon, VA on December 30, 2012. Burial arrangements at Arlington National Cemetary are pending. In memorium friends are asked to make a donation to the American Cancer Society . Adams-Green Funeral Home Herndon, VA Published in The News Star on January 6, 2013

Euell Thomas Nettles Funeral services for Euell Thomas Nettles, 77, of Monroe, will be held at 10:00 AM Monday, January 7, 2013, at Swartz Assembly of God Church with Rev. Gerald Lewis officiating. Interment will follow at Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Mr. Nettles, a retired auto salesman, passed away Friday, January 04, 2013, at St. Francis Medical Center. Survivors include his wife of 52 years, Carmen Nettles; children, Rafael Nettles and Francie Nettles Dickens; five grandchildren; sister, Shirley Lewis and husband Gerald; and numerous nieces and nephews. Pallbearers will be Wayne Fleming, Lynn Allen, Tommy Lewis, Bill Lewis, Woody Hendrix, and Alford Cherry. Honorary pallbearers will be Johnny Carl Parkinson, Gary Ford, and Hollis Plummley. Visitation will be Sunday from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on January 6, 2013

James Robertson, Jr. James Robertson, Jr., PhD, who was a cornerstone to the Texas A & M Health Science Center (TAMHSC) Irma Lerma Rangel College of Pharmacy died on November 21,2012 in Corpus Christi, Texas at the age of 59. Dr. Robertson was born as the eldest of 6 children to James Cornelius Robertson and Nancy Caves Robertson on June 15,1953 In New Orleans, Louisiana. He was a 1972 graduate of Ponchatoula High School in Ponchatoula, Louisiana and a 1976 graduate of Southeastern Louisiana University In Hammond, Louisiana where he received a Bachelors of Arts degree in Spanish with a minor in education. He received a Master of Arts in education in 1979 from the University of Louisiana at Monroe and his doctorate in health education in 1991 from Southern Illinois University in Carbondale, Ill. Early in his career, Robertson worked as an administrator. He was Assistant Director of Admissions at the University of New Orleans at the age of 27. After a few months, he became the International Student Office Director and Veterans Administration Certifying Official in the Office of the Registrar at the University of Louisiana at Monroe. After obtaining his doctorate, he returned to the University of Louisiana at Monroe as the Director of Admissions, University Registrar and adjunct associate professor in health education. In 2005, he began his service as Associate Dean for Student Affairs at the TAMHSC Irma Lerma Rangel College of Pharmacy in Kingsville, Texas, a position he maintained until his death. During his 7 year period of service In Kingsville, he was instrumental in securing over $4.1 million in grants and awards for the TAMHSC Irma Lerma Rangel College of Pharmacy. Dr. Robertson was truly a self-made man and will always be remembered by those who knew him as the consummate professional, snazzy dresser, caring friend and for his engaging personality. Dr. Robertson is preceded in death by his parents and his brother, Jimmy Robertson of Ponchatoula, LA. He is survived by Dr. Timothy VanFrank, MD, of Corpus Christi, Texas; his siblings: brother, Gary Robertson, Sr. (Lynn) of Matalbany, LA; sister in law, Marion Robertson of Appleton, Wisconsin; sister, Diane Martinez (Mark) of Ponchatoula, LA; sister, Margie Robertson of La Place, LA; sister, Mildred Windom (Tommy) of Matalbany, LA; and 12 nephews and nieces. A Memorial Service will be held Saturday, January 12, 2013 at 2:00 p.m. at Edward N. Jones Auditorium, 855 North Armstrong Street in Kingsville, Texas with a reception to follow at the Memorial Student Union Building, Rm 221-A and B on the TAMUK campus, 1050 West Santa Gertrudis Ave. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to the Dr. James Robertson Memorial Fund. Checks can be made payable to the TAMHSC Foundation. Please write "JR Memorial fund" at the bottom of the check and mail to the Office of the Dean, TAMHSC Rangel College of Pharmacy, MSC 131, 1010 West Avenue B, Kingsville, TX 78363. Donations can also be made online by accessing https://giving.tamhsc.edu/pharmacy and selecting the Dr. James Robertson Memorial Fund in the drop down box. To view tribute, please visit www.seasidefuneral.com Published in The News Star on January 6, 2013

Charles Oswald Windham Funeral services for Charles Oswald Windham, 64, of Swartz, LA will be held at 2:00 pm Monday, January 7, 2013, in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe, with Rev. John Yates and Dr. Bill Fowler officiating. Interment will follow at Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery. Mr. Windham passed away January 4, 2013 at St. Francis Medical Center after a lengthy battle with renal cell cancer. C.O. (Charlie) was born in Rayville, LA in 1948, raised in Monroe and in 1967 graduated from Ouachita Parish High School. He served his country in the U. S. Air Force 4 years, 1968-1072, with overseas duty in Turkey. Mr. Windham served God every day of his life. He was a member of Rowland Road Baptist Church and Swartz Baptist Church. He enjoyed being outdoors, hunting and fishing. He was President of Diamond Hunting Club, Swartz, LA. Mr. Windham was retired from International Paper Company serving 36 years and 9 months. He was a general mechanic and was a member on the Emergency Response Team and the Firefighter Team. After a year of retirement, he chose to return to work and worked at Graphic International in West Monroe. To know C.O. (Charlie) was to love him. He brought joy and laughter to all around him. His greeting was a crushing handshake for the men (a gentle reminder who the "man" was), and a hug for all the ladies. His family and friends know him to be the one who would be there for them without question or hesitation to assist them. Strangers knew him for his many acts of kindness. Co-workers remember his physical strength, cooking skills; however, his wife's co-workers enjoyed the donuts and treats he brought to them. He was devoted husband to his wife, a loving father to his children, and a loving Papaw to his grandchildren. His granddaughters called him the "gentle giant". Mr. Windham was preceded in death by his father, James E. Windham. Survivors include his wife, Judy Eppinette Windham; his daughter, Michelle Jenkins and husband Ronnie; his sons, Chuck Windham and Jonathan Windham; his grandchildren, Hannah Windham, Ashley Primm, Brittany Primm; his mother, Dot Windham; his sister, Mae Windham; many nieces and nephews and other family members; and a host of friends. Pallbearers will be James Draughn, Chris Draughn, Bryan Eppinette, Greg Eppinette, John Pender, and Jerry Ponder, Jr. Honorary pallbearers will be Jerry White, Sonny Ramsey, Delton Stover, Rodney Powell, and Jimmy Flanagan. Visitation where the family will receive friends and family will be from 4:00 PM until 6:00 PM Sunday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. The family appreciates the love and kindness shown by family, friends, physicians, and care givers from St. Francis Medical Center and M. D. Anderson Medical Center. However, we wish to express special heart-felt gratitude for the excellent care given to C.O./Charlie by Dr. Scott Barron, M.D. Monroe, LA; Eric Johasch, M.D., Houston, TX; and Marcia Holloway RN, ANP, NP-C, Houston, TX. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road Monroe, LA Published in The News Star from January 6 to January 7, 2013

Earnest Bonner, 54 Eatrnest Bonner of Monroe died Saturday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Smith Funeral Home, Monroe.

Caleb D. Dement, 16 BASTROP — Caleb D. Dement died Saturday. Private services were under the direction of Griffin Funeral Home West Monroe.

Andrew Henry Sr. 87 OAK GROVE — Andrew Henry Sr., a homemaker, died Friday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Beckwith Golden Gate Funeral Home, Tallulah.

Jack Lawrence Sr., 92 COLUMBIA — Arthur Jack Lawrence Sr., a retired plumber, died Friday. Graveside services are 3 p.m. Sunday at Starks Cemetery, Georgetown. Visitation is 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sunday at Riser Funeral Home.

Bonnie Montague, 66 Bonnie Montague of West Monroe, store clerk, died Friday. Services are 11 a.m. Monday at Feazel Chapel, First Baptist Church, West Monroe. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Sunday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Burial will be in Mer Rouge Cemetery, Mer Rouge.

Barbara Perry, 70 SICILY ISLAND — Barbara Ann Perry, a cafeteria manager with Catahoula Parish School Board, died Friday. Services are 11 a.m. Monday at Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home. Visitation is 5-9 pm Sunday at the funeral home. Burial will be at Old Pine Hill Cemetery under the direction of Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home, Winnsboro.

Sarah Speir, 71 Sarah Wright Speir of Swartz, a pastoral ministries coordinator, died Thursday. Services are 2 p.m. PM Sunday at First Baptist Church of Swartz. Burial will be in the Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Monroe.

Adrienne S. Tidwell, 85 Adrienne S. Tidwell of Monroe, a homemaker, died Friday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Monroe.

Nathaniel Williams 88 TALLULAH — Nathaniel Williams, a homemaker, died Friday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Beckwith Golden Gate Funeral Home.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED: Leonard, C.L.: 2 p.m. Sunday, Gill First National Funeral Home, Winnsboro. McCarty, Pauline Elizabeth: 2 p.m. Sunday, First Baptist Church, Olla. McVay, Myrtle B. Weems: 3 p.m. Sunday, Golden Funeral Home, Bastrop. Myers, Gary Delane: 2 p.m. Sunday, Frantom Chapel, Eros. Ostteen, V.H. "Virgil": 10 a.m. Monday, Riser Funeral Home, Columbia. Riddle, Dorothy Turner: 1 p.m. Monday, Hodge Baptist Church. Scott, Linda Diane: 2 p.m. Sunday, First Baptist Church, Huttig, Ark. Taylor, Doris E.: 2 p.m. Sunday, Memorial Park Cemetery, Bastrop.

Jan 7, 2013 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

Harold Nathan Arrant Funeral services for Harold Nathan Arrant, 81, of West Monroe, will be held at 2:00 p.m., Tuesday, January 8, 2013, at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe with Brother Eddy Shoemaker and Danny McIliveene officiating. Interment will follow at Pleasant Hill Cemetery under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Mr. Arrant was born September 24, 1931 in Ouachita Parish and passed away January 5, 2013 in West Monroe. He was a member of Community Baptist Church, a veteran of the US Air Force, played baseball with Delta of Calhoun, LA, coached Dixie Youth Baseball, and retired after 42 years of service as supervisor at Riverwood. He was preceded in death by his parents Bennett and Myrtle Arrant, a brother, R. B. Arrant, and three sisters, Oliece Frost, Marie Mayes, and Lois Beavers. He is survived by his wife, Lavenia Arrant of 55 years; three sons, Harold Glenn Arrant and wife Dona, Bobby Arrant and wife Sandy, and Jerry Arrant and wife Julie; seven grandchildren, Brandon, Matt and wife Jessica, Cory, Seth, Judy, Jade, and Josh; two brothers, Prentice Arrant and Clifford Arrant; three sisters, Betty Greer, Billy Arrant, and Linda Rogers; and numerous nieces and nephews. Pallbearers are grandsons and nephews Richard Arrant and Joey Beavers. Visitation will be 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m., Monday, January 7, 2013, at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on January 7, 2013

Walter Evans Dorroh, Sr. Walter Evans Dorroh, Sr. passed on to eternal rest on the morning of January 5, 2013 after a brief illness. Born on December 31, 1919, he was preceded in death by his parents, John E. Dorroh and Jeannette Harkins Dorroh; by his wife of 51 years, Adrienne Prince Dorroh; by his daughter, Adrienne Stephanie Dorroh O'Dowd; and by his wife of 6 years, Florence Bumgardner Dorroh. He is survived by son Walter E. Dorroh, Jr., and wife Mary Beth and their son Evans; by son William Edward Dorroh and wife Katherine and their children Berkley, Matthew, Sara Beth and Connor; by son-in-law Dr. Michael O'Dowd, and wife Ashleigh, and their children Tjaden and husband Finn, Jack and wife Anna their son John Michael III, and George Walter; and by daughter Linda Hooton with husband Tom, and their children Kimberly and husband Adam and their son Nicholas and Todd and his son Tanner. Funeral services will be held at Nolley United Methodist Church in Jena, Louisiana on Wednesday, January 9, 2013 at 11:00 a.m. The family will receive friends at Rose-Neath Funeral Home Mansfield, Louisiana on Tuesday, January 8, 2013 from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. Walter lived a full and productive life. He graduated from LSU where he was an active member and chapter president of Pi Kappa Alpha Fraternity. He eventually saw 2 sons and 2 grandsons join the Fraternity. After graduation, he served in WWII as a pilot, and became a decorated officer, flying over 50 missions over North Africa, Italy, and Eastern Europe with no casualties to any member of his flight crew. After a brief time as a correspondent banker, he subsequently moved to Olla, La., where he became the President of the Olla State Bank. He served as President of the Olla Kiwanis Club, as a member and president of the LaSalle Parish School Board, and was a strong supporter and sponsor of youth baseball in LaSalle Parish. He also helped originate the scholarship program of the Olla Kiwanis Club for worthy students go to medical school and return to serve as doctors in LaSalle Parish. During the 1970's and 1980's Walter served as president and CEO of Bank of Jena, and in 1976 became a major shareholder, CEO and Chairman of the Board of Mansfield Bank and Trust which subsequently became Community Bank of Louisiana. Until his illness he worked daily at Community Bank successfully managing its investment portfolio, and remained active in local civic organizations. His banking career spanned more than 70 years, during which time he earned the respect and admiration of his customers, colleagues, and competitors. He was named DeSoto Parish LSU Alumni of the Year in 2003 and in his honor a scholarship bearing his name was created by the DeSoto Parish Chapter of the LSU Alumni Association in 2010. Walter was a dedicated and loving family man. His family remained the most important part of his life until the very end. As a member of First United Methodist Church he supported his church financially and with his attendance when his health permitted. He loved sports, particularly golf, baseball, and football. Even during his illness he was kind and courteous to everyone he met. He set an example for his family and friends by being a decent and honorable man. Honoring Walter as pallbearers are David B. Means, Matt Robinson, Tommy Craig, Randy Wood, Bruce Canfield, Kent Wilkes, Jimmy Granger, and Pat Simpson. Serving as honorary pallbearers will be the members of the Board of Directors of the Community Bank of Louisiana and Dr. I. C. Turnley and Huey Morris. Special thanks are extended by the family to his caregivers, especially Naomi Sloan and Pat Simpson. In lieu of flowers, the family respectfully suggests that memorials be sent to the Louisiana Methodist Children's Home, St. Jude's Hospital or the DeSoto Parish LSU Alumni Association Scholarship Fund. Rose-Neath Funeral Home Mansfield, LA Published in The News Star from January 7 to January 9, 2013

Jeff D. Kennedy Funeral Services for Jeff D. Kennedy, 90, of Farmerville, LA., will be held on Monday, January 7, 2013 at 2:00 PM at Antioch Baptist Church with Rev. Scott Jennings and Rev. Dr. Rodney Kennedy officiating. Interment will follow in Antioch Church Cemetery in Farmerville, LA under direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home of Farmerville. Mr. Kennedy was born on June 11, 1922 and passed away on January 5, 2013. He was a member, retired deacon, and Sunday school teacher at Antioch Baptist Church in Farmerville. He is survived by his son, Rodney Kennedy and wife Johnelle of Dayton, Ohio; daughters, Jan Jones and husband Charles of Farmerville, LA; Angela Robertson and husband Michael of Franklin, TN; brother, Euell Kennedy of Farmerville, LA; Dennis Kennedy of Farmerville, LA; sisters, Grace Pardue of Farmerville, LA; and Helen Hogan of Farmerville, LA; nine grandchildren, and seven great-grandchildren; numerous nieces and nephews. Visitation will be held on Monday, January 7, 2013 from 1:00 PM until time of service at the church. Pallbearers will be Jeffrey Kennedy, Corey Kennedy, Cody Kennedy, Austin Robertson, Ben Jones, and Roy Jones. Memorial gifts may be given to Antioch Baptist Church. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com Kilpatrick Funeral Home Famerville, LA Published in The News Star on January 7, 2013

Adrienne S. Tidwell A memorial service celebrating the life of Adrienne S. Tidwell, 85, of Monroe, Louisiana will be held at 12 noon Tuesday, January 8, 2013 at Grace Episcopal Church in Monroe with The Very Reverend T.W. Stodghill, III officiating. Interment to follow at the Grace Episcopal Church Columbarium. Mrs. Tidwell passed away on Friday, January 4, 2013 after a long and courageous battle with Alzheimer's. Adrienne was born in New Orleans on March 24, 1927 and moved with her parents to Monroe at age 3. She was a graduate of Neville High School in 1943 and attended Sophie Newcomb Memorial College. In the 1950's she also worked for her father, Dr. Nathan Gaston, who was the only orthodontist in North Louisiana practicing in this newly developed and state of the art part of the dental field. It was through her father's orthodontics specialty that she met Dr. Therman "Snuffy" Smith of Little Rock, Arkansas whom she married in 1960. Adrienne made the decision to move back to Monroe in January, 1978 to be with friends and family following the death of Snuffy in 1975. In 1994, she married long-time and childhood friend Carl "Cig" Tidwell of Monroe whom she remained married to until her death. Adrienne was a member of Grace Episcopal Church, a former member of Bayou DeSiard Country Club and belonged to numerous organizations such as Monroe's Junior Charity League and Little Rock's Twentieth Century Club serving as president of both organizations. Adrienne is preceded in death by her parents Dr. Nathan and Adrienne Gaston and husband Dr. Therman "Snuffy" Smith. She is survived by her son, Nat Smith and his wife Stephanie of Monroe; a daughter, Adrienne Bailey and her husband Mack of Leesville, LA; step-daughter Barbara Dunn and her husband Jim of Tulsa, OK; step-daughter Carolyn Jordan of Nashville, TN; step-son Mike Smith and wife Patty of Little Rock, AR; step-daughter Jan Tidwell and step-son Dr. Gregg Tidwell and Dusty Gibbs of Monroe. She is also survived by 10 grandchildren and 13 great grandchildren. Visitation will be held at Kilbourne Hall at Grace Episcopal Church at 11 a.m. Tuesday, an hour before the memorial service. The family wishes to extend their thanks and heart-felt gratitude to Drs. Frank Weinholt and Michael Sampognaro, Jennia Adams with Louisiana Hospice, and the entire staff of care-givers at The Terrace who gave Adrienne excellent care and love. Memorials can be made to Grace Episcopal Church, 1400 North 4th Street, Monroe, Louisiana 71201; Alzheimer's Association of Louisiana, 910 Pierremont Road, Ste 410, Shreveport, Louisiana 71106; or the charity of your choice . Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on January 7, 2013

Charles Oswald Windham Funeral services for Charles Oswald Windham, 64, of Swartz, LA will be held at 2:00 pm Monday, January 7, 2013, in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe, with Rev. John Yates and Dr. Bill Fowler officiating. Interment will follow at Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery. Mr. Windham passed away January 4, 2013 at St. Francis Medical Center after a lengthy battle with renal cell cancer. C.O. (Charlie) was born in Rayville, LA in 1948, raised in Monroe and in 1967 graduated from Ouachita Parish High School. He served his country in the U. S. Air Force 4 years, 1968-1072, with overseas duty in Turkey. Mr. Windham served God every day of his life. He was a member of Rowland Road Baptist Church and Swartz Baptist Church. He enjoyed being outdoors, hunting and fishing. He was President of Diamond Hunting Club, Swartz, LA. Mr. Windham was retired from International Paper Company serving 36 years and 9 months. He was a general mechanic and was a member on the Emergency Response Team and the Firefighter Team. After a year of retirement, he chose to return to work and worked at Graphic International in West Monroe. To know C.O. (Charlie) was to love him. He brought joy and laughter to all around him. His greeting was a crushing handshake for the men (a gentle reminder who the "man" was), and a hug for all the ladies. His family and friends know him to be the one who would be there for them without question or hesitation to assist them. Strangers knew him for his many acts of kindness. Co-workers remember his physical strength, cooking skills; however, his wife's co-workers enjoyed the donuts and treats he brought to them. He was devoted husband to his wife, a loving father to his children, and a loving Papaw to his grandchildren. His granddaughters called him the "gentle giant". Mr. Windham was preceded in death by his father, James E. Windham. Survivors include his wife, Judy Eppinette Windham; his daughter, Michelle Jenkins and husband Ronnie; his sons, Chuck Windham and Jonathan Windham; his grandchildren, Hannah Windham, Ashley Primm, Brittany Primm; his mother, Dot Windham; his sister, Mae Windham; many nieces and nephews and other family members; and a host of friends. Pallbearers will be James Draughn, Chris Draughn, Bryan Eppinette, Greg Eppinette, John Pender, and Jerry Ponder, Jr. Honorary pallbearers will be Jerry White, Sonny Ramsey, Delton Stover, Rodney Powell, and Jimmy Flanagan. Visitation where the family will receive friends and family will be from 4:00 PM until 6:00 PM Sunday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. The family appreciates the love and kindness shown by family, friends, physicians, and care givers from St. Francis Medical Center and M. D. Anderson Medical Center. However, we wish to express special heart-felt gratitude for the excellent care given to C.O./Charlie by Dr. Scott Barron, M.D. Monroe, LA; Eric Johasch, M.D., Houston, TX; and Marcia Holloway RN, ANP, NP-C, Houston, TX. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road Monroe, LA Published in The News Star from January 6 to January 7, 2013

MANGHAM — William Bowman, a truck driver, died Sunday. Funeral arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home of Winnsboro.

Donald Bramlett, 80 DUBACH — Donald Bramlett died Sunday. Funeral arrangements are incomplete at Kilpatrick Funeral Home of Ruston.

Norma J. Brantley, 71 HAILE — Norma Jean Brantley, a homemaker died Friday. Funeral services are at 10 a.m. Monday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home of Farmerville. Burial is in Dean Cemetery.

Carl Calhoun, 48 FARMERVILLE— Carl Calhoun, a supervisor for Redd Pest Control, died Saturday. Funeral services are at 2 p.m. Tuesday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home in Ruston. Visitation is from 5-8 p.m. Monday at the funeral home. Burial is in Roselawn Memorial Gardens in Calhoun.

Jennifer V. Caples, 35 Jennifer Varner Caples of Calhoun, a sleep technician, died Friday. Funeral Services are at 10 a.m. Tuesday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Visitation will be from 5-9 p.m. Monday at the funeral home, West Monroe. Burial is at Kilpatrick's Serenity Gardens.

Martha Cotherman, 48 JONESBORO — Martha Cotherman died Saturday. Arrangements are incomplete at Southern Funeral Home, Jonesboro.

Eula M. English, 91 Eula Mae Puckett English of Sterlington, a homemaker, died Sunday. Funeral services are at 10 a.m. Wednesday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Monroe. Visitation is from 5-7 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home. Burial will be at Sharon Cemetery in Dubach.

Grace E. Hazelton, 61 COLUMBIA — Grace E. Hazelton a Homemaker, died Sunday. Memorial service will be at 2 p.m. Tuesday at Mulhearn Funeral Home in Rayville. Visitation will be from 10 a.m. to noon Tuesday at the funeral home.

Louise R. Hurst, 88 DUBACH — Louise R. Hurst of Shreveport, formerly of Bernice, died Saturday. Arrangements are incomplete at Kilpatrick Funeral Home of Ruston.

Brenda Lee, 72 BASTROP — Brenda Lee, a retired Alltel assignment clerk, formerly of Crossett and Glenwood, Ark., died Saturday. Funeral services are at 10 a.m. Tuesday at Golden Funeral Home in Bastrop. Visitation is Monday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Pinewood Memorial Cemetery, Crossett.

Tom McKnight, 63 Tom McKnight of West Monroe, a retired salesman, died Sunday. Funeral services will be at 3 p.m. Tuesday at Griffin Funeral Home in West Monroe. Visitation is 5-7 p.m. Monday at the funeral home. Burial is in Kilpatrick's Serenity Gardens.

Euell T. Nettles, 77 Euell Thomas Nettle of Monroe, a retired auto salesman, died Friday. Funeral services are 10 a.m. Monday at Swartz Assembly of God Church. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Monroe.

Marvel Nichols, 86 WINNSBORO — Marvel Nichols, a homemaker died Sunday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home of Winnsboro.

Robert N. Welch, 63 WINNSBORO —Robert Neal Welch, a farmer, died Sunday. Arrangements are incomplete at Gill First National Funeral Home of Winnsboro.

Cecil S. White, 90 ST. JOSEPH — Cecil S. White, a retired farmer, died Sunday. Funeral services will be at 3 p.m. Monday at Maryland Baptist Church in St. Joseph. Visitation will be from 1 p.m until time of service at the church. Burial is in Legion Memorial Cemetery in Newellton, under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home of Winnsboro.

Charles Windham, 64 Charles Windham, of Monroe, a general mechanic at International Paper/Graphic Packaging, died Friday. Funeral Services are at 2 p.m. Monday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED: Montague, Bonnie: 11 a.m. Monday, Feazel Chapel, First Baptist Church, West Monroe. Ostteen, V.H. "Virgil": 10 a.m. Monday, Riser Funeral Home, Columbia. Perry, Barbara Ann: 11 a.m. Monday, Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home. Riddle, Dorothy Turner: 1 p.m. Monday, Hodge Baptist Church.

Jan 8, 2013 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

Garland Emory Allison Garland Emory Allison, Sr., 87, of Texarkana, Texas, went to be with his Heavenly Father on Sunday, Jan. 6, 2013. He was born June 28, 1925 in Hodge, La. He was preceded in death by his first wife, Billie Jean Allison. He is survived by his wife: Barbara Allison of Texarkana, Texas; one son, Garland "Chip" Allison, Jr., Redwater, Texas, three daughters: Tommy Freeman, Monroe, La., Patricia Smith, Longview, Texas and Georgette Duke, Linden, Texas; one stepdaughter Jacqueline Sailor, one stepson: Raymond Kososki, seven grandchildren: eight great-grandchildren, two step-grandsons. A Mass of Christian Burial will be 10:00 A. M. Wednesday at Sacred Heart Catholic Church. Burial will be in Holy Cross Cemetery under the direction of Chapelwood Funeral Home. The Rosary will be recited at Chapelwood Funeral Home Chapel Tuesday, evening at 7:00 P. M. The family will receive friends at the funeral home Tuesday evening from 5:00 to 7:00 P. M. Register online @ www.chapelwoodfuneralhome.com Published in The News Star on January 8, 2013

Carl Calhoun Funeral services for Carl Calhoun, age 48, of Farmerville, will be 2:00 p.m., Tuesday, January 8, 2013, at Kilpatrick Funeral Home in Ruston. Bro. Connie Smith and Paul Smith will be officiating the service. Interment will follow in Roselawn Memorial Gardens in Calhoun under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home of Ruston, LA. Carl was born September 25, 1964 in Monroe, LA and died January 5, 2013 in Alexandria, LA. He enjoyed hunting and fishing and most of all spending time with his family. Carl was employed as a supervisor for Redd Pest Control. He is survived by his wife Nancy Calhoun of Farmerville, LA; children, Michael Christopher Calhoun and wife Kathy of Dubach, LA; Katie Elizabeth Rogers and husband Heath of Farmerville, LA; Amanda Sue Calhoun of Farmerville, LA; parents, John Calvin and Sue Calhoun of Dubach; sister, Carol Harrison and husband Troy of Dubach, LA; grandchildren, Coda Mitchell Butler, Madelyn Grace Calhoun, Brayden Jarvis Rogers; niece, Ashleigh Harrison; and numerous nieces, nephews, other family and friends. Pallbearers are David Calhoun, Phillip Campbell, Robert Tietje, Chris Gray, Scott Revels, Phil Soileau, Jr. Green, and Joe Jeffers. Visitation will be 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. Monday, January 7, 2013, at Kilpatrick Funeral Home in Ruston. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com Kilpatrick Funeral Home Ruston, LA Published in The News Star on January 8, 2013

Rosa Crawford Visitation for Rosa Crawford will be Tuesday, January 8, 2013, 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM at Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Rayville. Services will be 10:00 AM, Wednesday at First Baptist Church Archibald officiated by Rev. Jimmy Goodman and Rev. John Albright with graveside to follow at Lone Cherry Baptist Church cemetery under the direction of Brown - Holley Funeral Home, Rayville, Louisiana. Pallbearers will be Leslie Watson, Brian Allen, Scott Crawford, Eddy Conley, Mark Allen, Fred Lambert, and Jerry Crawford. Rosa Berry Willis Crawford was born May 13, 1923, in Rocky Mount, North Carolina, and died peacefully at home in Richland Parish, Louisiana, surrounded by family January 6, 2013. She was preceded in death by her parents Andrew J. Willis and Ethel Jackson Willis of Rayville, sister Ethel "Cookie" Willis Jones of Monroe, and brothers Andrew "Bully" J. Willis of Gretna and Z. R. Meredith of Alexandria. She is survived by a loyal and loving husband of 63 years Winford Ted "Uncle Ted" Crawford as well as a host of nieces and nephews. She was affectionately known as "Aunt Rosa" to many in her community, but as Mrs. Crawford if you were a student at Mangham High School where she taught for 22 years affecting the lives and future of many. She was a graduate of Rayville High School, Class of 1940, and received a Bachelor's of Science from Northeast Louisiana State College in 1958. She was a proud veteran serving in the first group of women enlisted in the Navy during World War II, 1943-45, training and serving in Naval Hospitals in Texas and California. In 1948, Mrs. Crawford was the first woman elected Commander of an American Legion Post in Louisiana. She was also a Rural Mail Carrier in the late 50's. Aunt Rosa was passionate about service to others and lived out this commitment as a faithful member of First Baptist Church of Archibald serving as Principal of VBS for many years, proud member of the Daughters of the American Revolution, member of the Richland Parish Retired Teachers Association, responsible representative to the Archibald-Alto Water System Board, and ardent participant in the Order of the Eastern Star holding many offices and traveling extensively representing her local chapter as well as the State of Louisiana. Memorials may be made to First Baptist Church Archibald. Brown-Holley Funeral Home Rayville, LA Published in The News Star on January 8, 2013

Sue R. Crew Funeral services for Mrs. Sue R. Crew, 81, of West Monroe, LA will be held at 10:00 AM Wednesday, January 9, 2013 in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home in West Monroe, LA with Rev. Ben Bateman and Rev. George Wortham officiating. Interment will follow at Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery. Mrs. Sue was born May 27, 1931 in Monroe, LA and passed away Sunday morning January 6, 2013 in West Monroe. Mrs. Sue faithfully served as office manager of Salley Transport for over 35 years, and upon retirement, she became office manager and surrogate Mimi at Debbie's School of Dance and the Debbie Bourg Dancer's. Mrs. Sue loved music and was a performer with the Best of Broadway and the Little Theatre of Monroe, as well as a patron of the Miss Louisiana Pageant. She was also active in the community serving as a member of the Highland Presbyterian Church, where she served as an Elder and member of the church choir, the Cultura Book Club, and the Ministry of Inspirational Therapy. She was preceded in death by her parents, Vertis and Gladys Rawls, and her husband, Harold Crew. She is survived by her two children, Debbie Bourg and husband Lawrence, and Paul Crew and wife, Shea; her three grandchildren, Brittany Streetman and husband, Justin, Kelsey Tanner and husband, Jason, and Keely Crew; her three great grandchildren, Braylon Streetman, Eli Tanner, and Paisley Tanner. Pallbearers will be Justin Streetman, Jason Tanner, Herb Holliman, Bobby Lawrence, Harry Liner, Dub Hatten, Alan Foster, and Ted Foster. Visitation will be from 4:00 P.M. until 8:00 P.M. Tuesday January 8, 2013 at Mulhearn Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the account of Braylon Streetman at Regions Bank, M. D. Anderson Cancer Research Foundation, or the Alzheimer's Association . The family would like to express special heartfelt thanks to Chonita Higgins, Debra Caples, Linda McKinnie, Tammy Alford, Jack Dement and the staff of the Franciscan House and Louisiana Hospice for their special love and compassionate care. Online Registry/Condolences:www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on January 8, 2013

Walter Evans Dorroh, Sr. Walter Evans Dorroh, Sr. passed on to eternal rest on the morning of January 5, 2013 after a brief illness. Born on December 31, 1919, he was preceded in death by his parents, John E. Dorroh and Jeannette Harkins Dorroh; by his wife of 51 years, Adrienne Prince Dorroh; by his daughter, Adrienne Stephanie Dorroh O'Dowd; and by his wife of 6 years, Florence Bumgardner Dorroh. He is survived by son Walter E. Dorroh, Jr., and wife Mary Beth and their son Evans; by son William Edward Dorroh and wife Katherine and their children Berkley, Matthew, Sara Beth and Connor; by son-in-law Dr. Michael O'Dowd, and wife Ashleigh, and their children Tjaden and husband Finn, Jack and wife Anna their son John Michael III, and George Walter; and by daughter Linda Hooton with husband Tom, and their children Kimberly and husband Adam and their son Nicholas and Todd and his son Tanner. Funeral services will be held at Nolley United Methodist Church in Jena, Louisiana on Wednesday, January 9, 2013 at 11:00 a.m. The family will receive friends at Rose-Neath Funeral Home Mansfield, Louisiana on Tuesday, January 8, 2013 from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. Walter lived a full and productive life. He graduated from LSU where he was an active member and chapter president of Pi Kappa Alpha Fraternity. He eventually saw 2 sons and 2 grandsons join the Fraternity. After graduation, he served in WWII as a pilot, and became a decorated officer, flying over 50 missions over North Africa, Italy, and Eastern Europe with no casualties to any member of his flight crew. After a brief time as a correspondent banker, he subsequently moved to Olla, La., where he became the President of the Olla State Bank. He served as President of the Olla Kiwanis Club, as a member and president of the LaSalle Parish School Board, and was a strong supporter and sponsor of youth baseball in LaSalle Parish. He also helped originate the scholarship program of the Olla Kiwanis Club for worthy students go to medical school and return to serve as doctors in LaSalle Parish. During the 1970's and 1980's Walter served as president and CEO of Bank of Jena, and in 1976 became a major shareholder, CEO and Chairman of the Board of Mansfield Bank and Trust which subsequently became Community Bank of Louisiana. Until his illness he worked daily at Community Bank successfully managing its investment portfolio, and remained active in local civic organizations. His banking career spanned more than 70 years, during which time he earned the respect and admiration of his customers, colleagues, and competitors. He was named DeSoto Parish LSU Alumni of the Year in 2003 and in his honor a scholarship bearing his name was created by the DeSoto Parish Chapter of the LSU Alumni Association in 2010. Walter was a dedicated and loving family man. His family remained the most important part of his life until the very end. As a member of First United Methodist Church he supported his church financially and with his attendance when his health permitted. He loved sports, particularly golf, baseball, and football. Even during his illness he was kind and courteous to everyone he met. He set an example for his family and friends by being a decent and honorable man. Honoring Walter as pallbearers are David B. Means, Matt Robinson, Tommy Craig, Randy Wood, Bruce Canfield, Kent Wilkes, Jimmy Granger, and Pat Simpson. Serving as honorary pallbearers will be the members of the Board of Directors of the Community Bank of Louisiana and Dr. I. C. Turnley and Huey Morris. Special thanks are extended by the family to his caregivers, especially Naomi Sloan and Pat Simpson. In lieu of flowers, the family respectfully suggests that memorials be sent to the Louisiana Methodist Children's Home, St. Jude's Hospital or the DeSoto Parish LSU Alumni Association Scholarship Fund. Rose-Neath Funeral Home Mansfield, LA Published in The News Star from January 7 to January 9, 2013

Eula Mae Puckett English Funeral Services for Eula Mae Puckett English of Sterlington will be held at 10:00 a.m. Wednesday, January 9, 2013 at Kilpatrick Funeral Home Monroe. Rev. Roger Johnson will be officiating. Interment will follow at Sharon Cemetery near Dubach, LA, under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home Monroe. Mrs. English of Sterlington, LA was born February 6, 1921 and passed away January 6, 2013 at the age of 91. She was preceded in death by her husband of 66 years, Emmett English; her son David English; her sister Janice Post of Farmerville; a brother DeWitt Puckett of Sharon, LA; and her parents Gladys and G. L. Puckett of Sharon, LA. Mrs. English is survived by a daughter, Nelda Atwell; three grandsons, David and wife Paula of Monticello, AR, Michael and wife Angela of Sterlington, Jerry and wife Lexie of Monroe; three granddaughters, Anna Beth and Caroline Atwell of Monticello, AR, and Destany Atwell of Sterlington; four great grandsons, Blake, Lane, and Cole Atwell of Sterlington, and Connor Atwell of Monroe; and one sister, Genethea Zsmivoan of Bossier City; three nieces, Deborah Pendleton of Shreveport, Sheila of Simsboro, Margaret of Bossier City; five nephews, Gary and Charles Post of Shreveport, Michael Zsmivoan of Shreveport, Kenneth and Dennis Puckett of Sharon, LA. Visitation will be held from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. Tuesday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home Monroe. Online condolences may be made to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com Kilpatrick Funeral Home Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on January 8, 2013

Mary Graves Mashaw Funeral services for Mary Graves Mashaw of Farmerville, Louisiana, will be held at Farmerville United Methodist Church on Wednesday, January 9, at 2:00 p.m. with Bro. Truman Stagg and Bro. John Saunders officiating. Interment will follow at Enterprise Baptist Church. Mrs. Mashaw was born August 6, 1932, in Ouachita City, Louisiana, and passed away January 6, 2013. While she worked for many years at the Louisiana State Office of Family Services, her true passion was exhibited in teaching, where she touched the lives of many and inspired her students to pursue their dreams. Outside of work, some of Mary's fondest moments were spent in her home cooking and entertaining loved ones. She is preceded in death by her parents, O.D. and Evelyn Graves of Marion, Louisiana. Mary is survived by her beloved husband of 62 years, Louis Mashaw, daughter Lisa and husband Don David Wilkes, and grandchildren David Wilkes and Crystal Wilkes, all of Farmerville. She is also survived by her brother Wallace Graves and wife Joy of Sterlington, Louisiana, and her sister Sue Saunders and husband John of Farmerville, and many nieces, nephews, other family members and friends. Pallbearers will be Stephen Alexander, Stein Baughman, Scotty Booth, Clyde Jolly, Joe Platt, and Donovan Saunders. Visitation will be held Tuesday, January 8, 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at Kilpatrick Funeral Home in Farmerville. The family appreciates the kindness and support shown by family, friends, physicians, and the caregivers at Arbor Rose Assisted Living Facility and Arbor Lake Nurse Care Facility. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com Kilpatrick Funeral Home Famerville, LA Published in The News Star on January 8, 2013

Ruth Blackwell Stracener Ruth Blackwell Stracener, 86, died Saturday, Jan. 5, 2013. She was a native of Bogalusa and a resident of Denham Springs. She is survived by her children, Linda Hendricks of Denham Springs, Dianne Williams and husband, Reuben, of Houma and Bill Stracener of Baton Rouge; her siblings, Anna Lou Ryland, of Loomis, Calif., Mary Lou Towns and husband, Ferris, of West Monroe, Janette Taunton of Farmerville, and Edwin Blackwell and wife, Annie Joe, of Baton Rouge; her grandchildren, Todd Coates and wife, Valerie, Jarred Coates, Allison Bungard and husband, David, and Jennifer Zabierek and husband, Peter; and great-grandchildren, Ireland, Gabriel, and Garrett Coates, Claire and Caroline Coates, Andrew Bungard and Henry and Ben Zabierek. She was preceded in death by her husband, William Neal Stracener, her parents, Murphy and Edna Blackwell, and her brother, Murphy Blackwell Jr. Visitation will be from 11:00 am until noon Wednesday at First Baptist Church in Denham Springs with a memorial service at noon on Wednesday. Ruth was a child of God and brought love and sunshine to her family and friends. She was a longtime secretary of First Baptist Church in Many and was also the secretary at Highland Park Baptist Church in Monroe. She was member of First Baptist Church in Denham Springs and a longtime member of Gideon's International Auxiliary. In lieu of flowers, Ruth requested donations to Billy Graham Evangelistic Association, 1 Billy Graham Parkway, Charlotte, NC 28201. Published in The News Star on January 8, 2013

Adrienne S. Tidwell A memorial service celebrating the life of Adrienne S. Tidwell, 85, of Monroe, Louisiana will be held at 12 noon Tuesday, January 8, 2013 at Grace Episcopal Church in Monroe with The Very Reverend T.W. Stodghill, III officiating. Interment to follow at the Grace Episcopal Church Columbarium. Mrs. Tidwell passed away on Friday, January 4, 2013 after a long and courageous battle with Alzheimer's. Adrienne was born in New Orleans on March 24, 1927 and moved with her parents to Monroe at age 3. She was a graduate of Neville High School in 1943 and attended Sophie Newcomb Memorial College. In the 1950's she also worked for her father, Dr. Nathan Gaston, who was the only orthodontist in North Louisiana practicing in this newly developed and state of the art part of the dental field. It was through her father's orthodontics specialty that she met Dr. Therman "Snuffy" Smith of Little Rock, Arkansas whom she married in 1960. Adrienne made the decision to move back to Monroe in January, 1978 to be with friends and family following the death of Snuffy in 1975. In 1994, she married long-time and childhood friend Carl "Cig" Tidwell of Monroe whom she remained married to until her death. Adrienne was a member of Grace Episcopal Church, a former member of Bayou DeSiard Country Club and belonged to numerous organizations such as Monroe's Junior Charity League and Little Rock's Twentieth Century Club serving as president of both organizations. Adrienne is preceded in death by her parents Dr. Nathan and Adrienne Gaston and Dr. Therman "Snuffy" Smith. She is survived by her husband of 18 years, Carl "Cig" Tidwell; her son, Nat Smith and his wife Stephanie of Monroe; a daughter, Adrienne Bailey and her husband Mack of Leesville, LA; step-daughter Barbara Dunn and her husband Jim of Tulsa, OK; step-daughter Carolyn Jordan of Nashville, TN; step-son Mike Smith and wife Patty of Little Rock, AR; step-daughter Jan Tidwell and step-son Dr. Gregg Tidwell and Dusty Gibbs of Monroe. She is also survived by 10 grandchildren and 13 great grandchildren. Visitation will be held at Kilbourne Hall at Grace Episcopal Church at 11 a.m. Tuesday, an hour before the memorial service. The family wishes to extend their thanks and heart-felt gratitude to Drs. Frank Weinholt and Michael Sampognaro, Jennia Adams with Louisiana Hospice, and the entire staff of care-givers at The Terrace who gave Adrienne excellent care and love. Memorials can be made to Grace Episcopal Church, 1400 North 4th Street, Monroe, Louisiana 71201; Alzheimer's Association of Louisiana, 910 Pierremont Road, Ste 410, Shreveport, Louisiana 71106; or the charity of your choice . Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road Monroe, LA Published in The News Star from January 7 to January 8, 2013

Timothy Neil Tolbird Graveside services for Timothy Neil Tolbird will be held at the Walnut Grove Cemetery on Cooney Bonnett Road in West Ouachita Parish, Louisiana, Sunday, January 13, 2013 at 3:00 p.m. Timothy Neil Tolbird was born May 18, 1964 in Monroe, Louisiana, a son of Paul Dean Tolbird and Barbara Jean Simmons Tolbird. He was preceded in death by a daughter, Jessica Lynn Tolbird. He passed away Thursday, January 3, 2013, while in the hospital in New Orleans, Louisiana. He is survived by his parents and a brother, Jeffery Dean Tolbird and sister, Karen Michelle Downs; first wife, Delayna Wynell Mulkey and sons, Brandon Neil Tolbird and Timothy Juel Tolbird, and his second wife, Lisa Marie Binns with a daughter, Rachael Jean Tolbird and son Zachary Ryan Tolbird. Tim was an avid collector of toy automobiles. He could tell you what each auto contained. He was also a movie bluff. He could identify most actors in the movies. Published in The News Star on January 8, 2013

Robert Carl Wells, Jr. Robert Carl Wells, Jr., 75, of Gulf Shores, AL, died on Monday, December 31, 2012 following a battle with Parkinson's disease. Born in Wilmot, AR on March 25, 1937 to Minnie Belle and Robert Carl Wells, Sr., Carl spent most of his life in Wilmot, AR. He was a graduate of Wilmot High School where was an award winning basketball player. He graduated from the University of Arkansas, Fayetteville, where he became a member of Sigma Chi Fraternity. Carl was very successful in farming and in the cotton ginning industry and his family was selected as one of Ashley County's Farm Family of the Year. He was active in the Tennessee Walking Horse industry, owning horses for both pleasure and show. He also enjoyed piloting his own plane. Following retirement, Carl moved to Gulf Shores, AL and enjoyed golfing and spending time with friends, both old and new. He was a huge fan of Razorback football and basketball. He is preceded in death by his mother, Minnie Belle Fikes Wells, father, Robert Carl Wells, Sr., and sister, Carolyn Wells Ainsworth. He is survived by wife, Nancy Tatum Wells, son, Robert Carl Wells, III of Little Rock, AR, daughter, Nancy Anne Branton and Suzi Altman of Brandon, MS, daughter, Holly Branton Horncastle and Court Horncastle of West Monroe, LA, grandson, David Walker King of West Monroe, and numerous nieces and nephews. Carl was a loving husband, father, grandfather and friend. Graveside services will be 2:00 p.m., Saturday, January 12, 2013, at the Wilmot Cemetery with Rev. John Embrey officiating. Memorial donations may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital , P.O. Box 1000, Dept. 142, Memphis, TN 38148 or to Covenant Hospice, 1040 Stanton Road, Suite D., Daphne, AL 36526. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Jones-Hartshorn Funeral Home of Hamburg. Online guest book at www.jones-hartshorn.com Jones-Hartshorn Funeral Home Hamburg, AR Published in The News Star on January 8, 2013

Harold N. Arrant, 81 Harold N. Arrant of West Monroe, retired supervisor for a paper manufacturer, died Saturday. Services are 2 p.m. Tuesday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Burial will be in Pleasant Hill Cemetery.

Janit K. Bayonne, 51 DELHI — Janit Jarome Killion Bayonne, a homemaker, died Thursday. Services are 11 a.m. Friday at Union Valley Baptist Church, Delhi. Visitation is 2-6 p.m. Wednesday at Funerals by McFarland, Delhi. Burial will be in St. John Community Cemetery.

William J. Bowman, 88 William Jennings Bowman, a retired Propane truck driver, died Sunday. Services are 10 a.m. Tuesday at New Light Baptist Church. Burial will be in Hewitt Cemetery, near Mangham, under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Winnsboro.

Donald R. Bramlett, 81 DUBACH — Donald Ray Bramlett, an accountant, died Sunday. Services are 2 p.m. Wednesday at Salem United Methodist Church, Dubach. Visitation is 12:30 p.m. Wednesday until service time at the church. Burial will be in Salem Cemetery under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Ruston.

George Butler, 80 George Butler of Monroe died Jan. 1. Services are 11 a.m. Wednesday at Hester's Central State Funeral Home, Monroe. Visitation is 1-6 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home.

Jennifer V. Caples, 35 CALHOUN — Jennifer Varner Caples, a sleep technician, died Friday. Services are 10 a.m. Tuesday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Burial will be in Kilpatrick's Serenity Gardens.

William L. Carbrey, 89 GEORGETOWN, Texas. — William Lee Carbrey, formerly of Monroe, a retired mechanical engineer, died Thursday. Memorial services are 10:30 a.m. January 19 at First Presbyterian Church, Monroe. Arrangements are under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Monroe.

Jaleexia A. Carroll, infant DELHI — Jaleexia Arquette Carroll, the infant daughter of Caniecia Carroll, died Saturday. Graveside services are 9:30 a.m. Friday at St. John Community Cemetery, Delhi. Arrangements are under the direction of Funerals by McFarland, Delhi.

Martha A. Cotherman, 48 JONESBORO — Martha Ann Cotherman died Saturday. Services are 10 a.m. Wednesday at Calvery Tabernacle UPC, Jonesboro. Visitation is 5-9 p.m. Tuesday at the church. Burial will be in Cypress Creek Cemetery, Hwy. 505, under the direction of Southern Funeral Home, Jonesboro.

Larry Dean, 52 Larry Dean of Monroe, a laborer, died Thursday. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at Greater Free Gift Baptist Church, Monroe. Visitation is 2-6 p.m. Friday at Funerals by McFarland, Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens.

Brian J. Gilbert, 41 SPEARSVILLE — Brian James Gilbert, a maintenance mechanic, died Sunday. Memorial services will be held at a later date under the direction of Farrar Funeral Home, Farmerville.

Lonnie L. James Jr., 71 OAK GROVE — Lonnie L. James Jr., a retired DOTD worker, died Sunday. Services are 2 p.m. Friday at Cox Funeral Home, Oak Grove. Visitation is noon until time of service at the funeral home. Burial will be in Oak Grove Cemetery.

Martha R. Messina, 93 Martha Ray Messina of Monroe, retired vice-president of Monroe Frozen Foods, died Thursday. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Thursday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Other arrangements are incomplete.

Marvel Nichols, 86 WINNSBORO — Marvel Nichols, a homemaker, died Sunday. Services are 2 p.m. Tuesday at Temple Baptist Church, Winnsboro. Visitation is 11 a.m. Tuesday until service time at the church. Burial will be in South Central Cemetery, near Wisner, under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Winnsboro.

Julia M. Price, 89 LAKE PROVIDENCE — Julia Mae Price, a homemaker, died Saturday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at St. Mary Missionary Baptist Church, Lake Providence. Visitation is 1-5 p.m. Friday at Harris Funeral Home, Lake Providence. Burial will be in St. Mary Memorial Cemetery.

Margie R. Stutts, 74 Margie R. Stutts of Monroe, a homemaker, died Monday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Gill First National Funeral Home.

Adrienne S. Tidwell, 85 Adrienne S. Tidwell of Monroe, a homemaker, died Friday. Memorial services are noon Tuesday at Grace Episcopal Church, Monroe. Visitation is 11 a.m. Tuesday until service time in Kilbourne Hall at the church. Arrangements are under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Monroe.

Robert N. Welch, 63 Robert Neil Welch of the Ward III Community, died Sunday. Services are 2 p.m. Wednesday at Wayside Pentecostal Church, near Winnsboro. Visitation is 5-9 p.m. Tuesday at the church. Burial will be in Providence Memorial Cemetery under the direction of Gill First National Funeral Home, Winnsboro.

Damon Williams, 34 HOUSTON, Texas — Damon Williams, formerly of Monroe, a laborer, died Jan. 1. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Bright Water AME Church, Monroe. Visitation is 2-6 p.m. Friday at Funerals by McFarland, Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED Calhoun, Carl: 2 p.m. Tuesday, Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Ruston. English, Eula Mae Puckett: 10 a.m. Wednesday, Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Monroe. Hazelton, Grace E.: 2 p.m. Tuesday, Mulhearn Funeral Home, Rayville. Lee, Brenda: 10 a.m. Tuesday, Golden Funeral Home, Bastrop. McKnight, Tom: 3 p.m. Tuesday, Griffin Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Jan 9, 2013 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

Walter Evans Dorroh, Sr. Walter Evans Dorroh, Sr. passed on to eternal rest on the morning of January 5, 2013 after a brief illness. Born on December 31, 1919, he was preceded in death by his parents, John E. Dorroh and Jeannette Harkins Dorroh; by his wife of 51 years, Adrienne Prince Dorroh; by his daughter, Adrienne Stephanie Dorroh O'Dowd; and by his wife of 6 years, Florence Bumgardner Dorroh. He is survived by son Walter E. Dorroh, Jr., and wife Mary Beth and their son Evans; by son William Edward Dorroh and wife Katherine and their children Berkley, Matthew, Sara Beth and Connor; by son-in-law Dr. Michael O'Dowd, and wife Ashleigh, and their children Tjaden and husband Finn, Jack and wife Anna their son John Michael III, and George Walter; and by daughter Linda Hooton with husband Tom, and their children Kimberly and husband Adam and their son Nicholas and Todd and his son Tanner. Funeral services will be held at Nolley United Methodist Church in Jena, Louisiana on Wednesday, January 9, 2013 at 11:00 a.m. The family will receive friends at Rose-Neath Funeral Home Mansfield, Louisiana on Tuesday, January 8, 2013 from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. Walter lived a full and productive life. He graduated from LSU where he was an active member and chapter president of Pi Kappa Alpha Fraternity. He eventually saw 2 sons and 2 grandsons join the Fraternity. After graduation, he served in WWII as a pilot, and became a decorated officer, flying over 50 missions over North Africa, Italy, and Eastern Europe with no casualties to any member of his flight crew. After a brief time as a correspondent banker, he subsequently moved to Olla, La., where he became the President of the Olla State Bank. He served as President of the Olla Kiwanis Club, as a member and president of the LaSalle Parish School Board, and was a strong supporter and sponsor of youth baseball in LaSalle Parish. He also helped originate the scholarship program of the Olla Kiwanis Club for worthy students go to medical school and return to serve as doctors in LaSalle Parish. During the 1970's and 1980's Walter served as president and CEO of Bank of Jena, and in 1976 became a major shareholder, CEO and Chairman of the Board of Mansfield Bank and Trust which subsequently became Community Bank of Louisiana. Until his illness he worked daily at Community Bank successfully managing its investment portfolio, and remained active in local civic organizations. His banking career spanned more than 70 years, during which time he earned the respect and admiration of his customers, colleagues, and competitors. He was named DeSoto Parish LSU Alumni of the Year in 2003 and in his honor a scholarship bearing his name was created by the DeSoto Parish Chapter of the LSU Alumni Association in 2010. Walter was a dedicated and loving family man. His family remained the most important part of his life until the very end. As a member of First United Methodist Church he supported his church financially and with his attendance when his health permitted. He loved sports, particularly golf, baseball, and football. Even during his illness he was kind and courteous to everyone he met. He set an example for his family and friends by being a decent and honorable man. Honoring Walter as pallbearers are David B. Means, Matt Robinson, Tommy Craig, Randy Wood, Bruce Canfield, Kent Wilkes, Jimmy Granger, and Pat Simpson. Serving as honorary pallbearers will be the members of the Board of Directors of the Community Bank of Louisiana and Dr. I. C. Turnley and Huey Morris. Special thanks are extended by the family to his caregivers, especially Naomi Sloan and Pat Simpson. In lieu of flowers, the family respectfully suggests that memorials be sent to the Louisiana Methodist Children's Home, St. Jude's Hospital or the DeSoto Parish LSU Alumni Association Scholarship Fund. Rose-Neath Funeral Home Mansfield, LA Published in The News Star from January 7 to January 9, 2013

Lorene Henry Funeral services for Lorene Henry, 100, of Start, LA will be held 10:00 AM, Thursday, January 10, 2013 at Crew Lake United Methodist Church, Start, LA. Burial will follow in Start Cemetery under the direction of Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Rayville. Lorene was born April 16, 1912 in Wilhite, LA and passed away Tuesday, January 8, 2013 at her residence. Mrs. Henry was a member of Crew Lake United Methodist Church for 68 years and the W.S.C.S. at the church and also the Eastern Star. Lorene is preceded in death by her parents, Benjamin and Claudie Wilhite; husband, Hamp Henry; son, Larry Henry; daughter-in-law, LaJuana Henry; 1-sister and 9-brothers. Survivors include her children, Betty Vivion and husband, Dr. Charles Vivion of Laramie, WY, Jackie Henry of Start, LA, James Henry and wife, Dayle of Start, LA, Pat Weston and husband, Larry of Start, LA, and Pam Finley and husband, Mike of Choudrant, LA; brother, Paul Wilhite and wife, Jimmie of Choudrant, LA; 13-grandchildren; 27-great grandchildren; 5-great-great grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews. Pallbearers are her grandsons, Bud Vivion, Jay Henry, Kevin Henry, Brandon Finley, Josh Finley, and Luke Finley. Honorary pallbearers are Pat Patterson, Billy Whitten, Bentley Curry, and Walter Garner. Visitation is 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM, Wednesday at Crew Lake United Methodist Church, Start, LA. To leave condolences for the family go to brownholleyfuneralhomes.com Brown-Holley Funeral Home Rayville, LA Published in The News Star on January 9, 2013

Johnny Brown, 88 TALLULAH — Johnny Brown, a carpenter, died Dec. 27. Services are 11 a.m. Thursday at Mount Celler Missionary Baptist Church, Tallulah. Wake services are 5-7 p.m. Wednesday at Beckwith Golden Gate Funeral Home, Tallulah. Burial will be in Mount Celler Cemetery, Tallulah.

Melvin F. Burgess, 82 RUSTON — Melvin Freeman Burgess of Dubach, a machinist, died Tuesday. Services are 10 a.m. Thursday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Ruston. Visitation is 5-7 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home. Burial will be in St. Rest Cemetery, near Dubach.

Rosa W. Crawford, 89 RAYVILLE — Rosa Willis Crawford, a retired high school teacher, died Sunday. Services are 10 a.m. Wednesday at Archibald First Baptist Church, Archibald. Burial will be in Lone Cherry Baptist Cemetery, Mangham, under the direction of Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Rayville.

Robert E. Holladay, 91 RUSTON — Robert E. "Bob" Holladay, a retired CPA, died Sunday. Services are 2 p.m. Friday at Trinity United Methodist Church, Ruston. Visitation is noon Friday until service time at the church. Burial will be in Pines Memorial Gardens under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Ruston.

Jan Johnston, 61 Jan Johnston of West Monroe, a retired teacher, died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Mary N. Long, 84 WINNFIELD — Mary Nell "Pat" Long, a store owner, died Monday. Graveside services are 2:30 p.m. Thursday at Liberty Chapel Cemetery, Williana. Visitation is 12:30-2 p.m. Thursday at Southern Funeral Home, Winnfield. Burial will be in Liberty Chapel Cemetery, Williana.

Barney L. Roe, 80 SOUTHHAVEN, Miss. — Barney "Buddy" Lee Roe, formerly of Monroe, died Saturday. Graveside services are 10 a.m. Thursday at Riverview Cemetery, Monroe. Arrangements are under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Monroe.

Margie R. Stutts, 74 Margie R. Stutts of Monroe, a homemaker, died Monday. Private services are Thursday. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Wednesday at Gill First National Funeral Home.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED Bayonne, Janit Jarome Killion: 11 a.m. Friday, Union Valley Baptist Church, Delhi. Bramlett, Donald Ray: 2 p.m. Wednesday, Salem United Methodist Church, Dubach. Butler, George: 11 a.m. Wednesday, Hester's Central State Funeral Home, Monroe. Carbrey, William Lee: 10:30 a.m. January 19, First Presbyterian Church, Monroe. Carroll, Jaleexia Arquette: 9:30 a.m. Friday, St. John Community Cemetery, Delhi. Cotherman, Martha Ann: 10 a.m. Wednesday, Calvary Tabernacle UPC, Jonesboro. Dean, Larry: 2 p.m. Saturday, Greater Free Gift Baptist Church, Monroe. English, Eula Mae Puckett: 10 a.m. Wednesday, Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Monroe. James Jr., Lonnie L.: 2 p.m. Friday, Cox Funeral Home, Oak Grove. Price, Julia Mae: 1 p.m. Saturday, St. Mary Missionary Baptist Church, Lake Providence. Welch, Robert Neil: 2 p.m. Wednesday, Wayside Pentecostal Church, near Winnsboro. Williams, Damon: 11 a.m. Saturday, Bright Water AME Church, Monroe.

Jan 10, 2013 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

Eula Mae Puckett English Funeral Services for Eula Mae Puckett English of Sterlington will be held at 10:00 a.m. Wednesday, January 9, 2013 at Kilpatrick Funeral Home Monroe. Rev. Roger Johnson will be officiating. Interment will follow at Sharon Cemetery near Dubach, LA, under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home Monroe. Mrs. English of Sterlington, LA was born February 6, 1921 and passed away January 6, 2013 at the age of 91. She was preceded in death by her husband of 66 years, Emmett English; her son David English; her sister Janice Post of Farmerville; a brother DeWitt Puckett of Sharon, LA; and her parents Gladys and G. L. Puckett of Sharon, LA. Mrs. English is survived by a daughter, Nelda Atwell; three grandsons, David and wife Paula of Monticello, AR, Michael and wife Angela of Sterlington, Jerry and wife Lexie of Monroe; three granddaughters, Anna Beth and Caroline Atwell of Monticello, AR, and Destany Atwell of Sterlington; four great grandsons, Blake, Lane, and Cole Atwell of Sterlington, and Connor Atwell of Monroe; and one sister, Genethea Zsmivoan of Bossier City; three nieces, Deborah Pendleton of Shreveport, Sheila of Simsboro, Margaret of Bossier City; five nephews, Gary and Charles Post of Shreveport, Michael Zsmivoan of Shreveport, Kenneth and Dennis Puckett of Sharon, LA. Visitation will be held from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. Tuesday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home Monroe. Online condolences may be made to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com Kilpatrick Funeral Home Monroe, LA Published in The News Star from January 8 to January 11, 2013

Lalu Gates Hinton Funeral services for Lalu Gates Hinton, 94, of Point, LA.,will be held at 2:00 p.m., Friday, January 11, 2013, at Providence Baptist Church in Point, LA with Dr. Johnny Sanders officiating. Visitation will be held from 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. on Thursday, January 10, 2013, at Kilpatrick Funeral Home in Farmerville. Burial will be in Acree Cemetery under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home in Farmerville, LA. Mother celebrated her 94th birthday on January 1st. She left us on the morning of January 9, 2013. She was reunited in heaven with her husband Chester, daughter Shirley, son Rodney, and grandson Brian Antley and her parents, William and Lottie Gates. Mother was a housewife, a member of Providence Baptist Church, and a helper to our Dad in his garden. She was a Lady Techster fan and she loved her family very much. She is survived by daughter Pat Silmon and husband Emmett; daughter, Gail Antley and husband Keith; grandchildren Billy Wayne, Tina & Jamie and wife Sue Silmon; Melanie Biehle and husband Drew; Brandon Antley and wife Tracy; great grandchildren, Sharie Silmon, Ashley and Brian Antley, and Nathaniel Biehle. Sister, Euna Rugg and husband Raymond; and a number of nieces & nephews. We would like to thank Landmark Nursing Home and Premier Hospice, Sharon and Emily, for taking such good care of our Mother. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com Kilpatrick Funeral Home Farmerville, LA Published in The News Star on January 10, 2013

Jan Johnston Graveside Services for Jan Johnston, 61, of West Monroe, LA, will be held 10:00 A.M., Friday, January 11, 2013 at Hasley Cemetery Pavilion with Rev. Jon Tellifero officiating. Jan Johnston retired as a third grade school teacher with Monroe City School System, where she worked for twenty-five years. Jan was currently working at Ouachita Independent Bank. She is preceded in death by her grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. James Robert Johnston and Mr. and Mrs. Robert Burton Archibald; and her father, James Richard Johnston. Jan is survived by her mother, Jane Archibald Johnston; sister, Jerri Johnston; brother, James Robert Johnston, II; sister-in-law, Michele Smith Johnston; and nephews, James Robert "Trey" Johnston, III, and Justin Alexander Johnston. Visitation will be from 4:00 P.M. until 7:00 P.M. Thursday, January 10, 2013, at Mulhearn Funeral Home in West Monroe, LA. Honorary Pallbearers will be the employees of Ouachita Independent Bank. Memorials may be made to First United Methodist Church in West Monroe, LA or M.D. Anderson Cancer Center Research Projects. Online Registry/ Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on January 10, 2013

Ruth Rountree Funeral Services for Mrs. Ruth Rountree, 97, of West Monroe, LA will be held at 2:00 P.M. Friday, January 11, 2013 in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA with Rev. David Brown officiating. Interment will follow in the Kilpatrick's Serenity Gardens in West Monroe, LA. Mrs. Rountree was born on February 13, 1915 in Mangham, LA and died in West Monroe, LA on January 8, 2013. She worked for 40 years at Bancroft Bag, Inc. Mrs. Rountree is preceded in death by her husband, Carroll Rountree; brothers, Ray Thames and Thomas Thames; and by her sister, Loreece Regan. Survivors include her son, Reginald "Reggie" Rountree; grandchildren, Kimberly Rountree, Glenn Rountree and Mark Rountree; great granddaughter, Katie Rountree; sisters, Mavis Mangum, Wilma Harris, and Doris Evans; along with numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Visitation will be held from 1:00 P.M. until service time on Friday at Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Memorials may be made to the Ridge Ave. Baptist Church in West Monroe, LA. Online Registry/ Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Published in The News Star on January 10, 2013

Marvin Rowe Sloan Funeral services for Marvin Rowe Sloan, 79, of Sterlington, will be held at 2:00 PM Friday, January 11, 2013, at Lea Joyner Memorial United Methodist Church with Revs. Betty Swanson, Larry O'Dell, Gleason Copeland, and Bruce McGee officiating. Interment will follow at Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Mr. Sloan entered the gates of Heaven in the early morning hours of Wednesday, January 9, 2013. In 1953, Marvin married the love of his life, Joyce Dell Evans and began his life-long journey of taking care of his family. He and Joyce have been blessed with two children, seven grandchildren, and six great grandchildren during their sixty year marriage. Marvin started working for Safeway Grocery in Little Rock, AR, also in 1953, and retired from Safeway /Harvest Foods in 1991, after working in Arkansas and Louisiana. Family was very important to Marvin, and he was happiest when all of his family could be home for a visit. He loved it when the grandchildren and great grandchildren would want "Paw" to do something with them or in many cases for them. He and "Nonnie" would take the grandchildren camping or have them pile up at their house for the weekend. He built clubhouses and put together many toys in his lifetime as a dad and Paw. In his late years, he enjoyed driving the great grandchildren around in the golf cart. Mr. Sloan was preceded in death by his parents, Marvin and Sutah Sloan; and son-in-law, Randy Self. Survivors include his wife, Joyce Evans Sloan; daughter, Suzy Sloan; son and daughter-in-law, Marvin Douglas and Nell Sloan; grandchildren, Shana Wade Bourgeois and husband Dave, Greg Self, Amanda Wood and Billy Oglesby, Matthew and Andrew Sloan, Jennifer Jones and husband Billy, and Gene Wood; great grandchildren, Kolby and Kaden Bourgeois, Jacob and Thomas Oglesby, and Randy and Hannah Jones; sisters, Doris Robertson and Wanda Karnes. Visitation will be Thursday from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Memorials may be made to M. D. Anderson Foundation, P.O. Box 4464, Houston, TX 77210-4464. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on January 10, 2013

Clay Cash, 68
Clay Cash of Sterlington, a janitorial worker, died Monday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Bastrop.

Lorene Henry, 100
START — Lorene Henry, a homemaker, died Tuesday. Services are 10 a.m. Thursday at Crew Lake United Methodist Church. Burial will be in Start Cemetery under the direction of Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Rayville.

Robert Holladay III, 91
RUSTON — Robert E. "Bob" Holladay III, a certified public accountant, died Sunday. Services are 2 p.m. Friday at Trinity United Methodist Church. Visitation is noon Friday until service time at the church. Burial will be in Pines Memorial Gardens under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Ruston.

Dalton L. Johnston, 64
CLAYTON — Dalton Lee Johnston died Wednesday. Services are 10 p.m. Friday at First Baptist Church, Sicily Island. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Thursday at the church. Burial will be in Highland Park Cemetery, Sicily Island, under the direction of Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home.

Emma L. Jones, 84
COLLINSTON — Emma L. Jones, a janitorial worker, died Saturday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Galilee Baptist Church. Visitation is 9 a.m. Saturday until service time at the church. Burial will be in Trousdale Cemetery under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Bastrop.

Sheldon L. Lindsay, 39
BASTROP — Sheldon Lance Lindsay, a welding supervisor, died Tuesday. Services are 2 p.m. Friday at Golden Funeral Home. Visitation is 5-8:30 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Memorial Park Cemetery.

Wayne McCormick, 79
RAYVILLE — Wayne McCormick, retired metal fabrication employee, died Tuesday. Services are 2 p.m. Thursday at Brown-Holley Funeral Home. Visitation is 12:30-2 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Lynn Cemetery, Archibald.

Mary Lou McDonald, 79
DELHI — Mary Lou Finklea McDonald died Tuesday. Services are 1 p.m. Friday at Delhi Church of Christ. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Thursday at the church. Burial will be in Bethel Cemetery, near Holly Ridge, under the direction of Cox Funeral Home.

Marie H. Mondey, 70
Marie H. Mondey of West Monroe, a retired waitress, died Wednesday. Services are 2 p.m. Friday at Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Rayville. Visitation is 10:30 a.m. until noon Friday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Good Road Church of Christ Cemetery, Holly Ridge.

Martha R. Messina, 93
Martha Ray Messina of Monroe, retired vice president of Monroe Frozen Foods, died Thursday. Services are 10 a.m. Friday at Jesus the Good Shepherd Catholic Church. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Thursday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery, Monroe.

Paul D. Nolen Jr., 64
RUSTON — Paul Drew Nolen Jr., a car dealership owner, died Sunday. Graveside services are 10:30 a.m. Friday at Forest Park Cemetery, Shreveport. Memorial services are 3 p.m. Friday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home.

Jessie Robinson, 71
BASTROP — Jessie Robinson, a laborer, died Friday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at New Morning Star Baptist Church. Visitation is 6-8 p.m. Friday at Tennant Funeral Home. Burial will be in H.V. Adams Cemetery.

Jeanie M. Ross, 57
Jeanie Marie Baskin Ross of Monroe, a homemaker, died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Funerals by McFarland, Monroe.

Gloria Sims, 70
BATON ROUGE — Gloria Sims, formerly of Wisner, a homemaker, died Monday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Locust Hill Baptist Church, Extension. Visitation is 1-7 p.m. Friday with wake services from 7-8 p.m. at Richardson Funeral Home, Winnsboro. Burial will be in the church cemetery.

Gabriel A. Stewart, 8
QUITMAN — Gabriel Addison Stewart, a student, died Monday. Services are 10 a.m. Friday at Full Gospel Christian Center, Jonesboro. Visitation is 4-9 p.m. Thursday at the center. Burial will be in Antioch Cemetery under the direction of Southern Funeral Home, Jonesboro.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED Bayonne, Janit Jarome Killion: 11 a.m. Friday, Union Valley Baptist Church, Delhi. Brown, Johnny: 11 a.m. Thursday, Mount Celler Missionary Baptist Church, Tallulah. Burgess, Melvin Freeman: 10 a.m. Thursday, Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Ruston. Carbrey, William Lee: 10:30 a.m. January 19, First Presbyterian Church, Monroe. Carroll, Jaleexia Arquette: 9:30 a.m. Friday, St. John Community Cemetery, Delhi. Dean, Larry: 2 p.m. Saturday, Greater Free Gift Baptist Church, Monroe. James Jr., Lonnie L.: 2 p.m. Friday, Cox Funeral Home, Oak Grove. Long, Mary Nell "Pat": 2:30 p.m. Thursday, Liberty Chapel Cemetery, Williana. Price, Julia Mae: 1 p.m. Saturday, St. Mary Missionary Baptist Church, Lake Providence. Roe, Barney "Buddy" Lee: 10 a.m. Thursday, Riverview Cemetery, Monroe. Williams, Damon: 11 a.m. Saturday, Bright Water AME Church, Monroe.

Jan 11 , 2013 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

Dorothy Jean Allen Funeral services for Dorothy Jean Allen, 84, of Marion, will be held at 10:00 AM Saturday, January 12, 2013, in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe, with Rev. Bubba Hoggatt officiating. Interment will be at Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery. Mrs. Allen passed away Wednesday, January 9, 2013, at Azalea Estates. She was a member of First Baptist Church of Marion where she served as the G.A. Leader for many years. Mrs. Allen was a nursing home administrator for over 31 years. Mrs. Allen was preceded in death by her husband of 65 years, Charles Allen, who passed away on January 3, 2013; parents, Jim and Pervie Nale; sisters, Laura Murphy and Ruth Cook; and brothers, James Nale and Roy "Bo" Nale. Survivors include her son, Richard Allen and wife Terri; daughter, Martha Boyte and husband Steve; grandchildren, Ginger Teekell, Staci Choate and husband Kenneth, and Kristi Ewasko and husband Matt; seven great grandchildren; sisters, Inez Peterson and Martha Christine Thomas; and numerous nieces and nephews. Visitation will be Friday from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on January 11, 2013

Martha Buckner Arrington Funeral services for Martha Buckner Arrington, 78, of Monroe, will be held at 2:00 PM Saturday, January 12, 2013, at First Baptist Church, Monroe, with Rev. Tommy Frost, Rev. Clarence Powell, Dr. John "Bud" Traylor, and Rev. Craig West officiating. Music will be provided by "Psalm 100", the group she directed for 15 years, Linda Mulhern, Phyllis Jones, Amanda Terry, and Darrell Washam. Interment will follow at Mulhearn Memorial Park. Visitation will be at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe, on Friday, January 11 from 4:00 PM until 7:00 PM. Mrs. Arrington was born February 25, 1934 in Alexandria, LA and died Wednesday, January 9, 2013, at St. Francis Medical Center after a hard fought battle with cancer. In the years in between, she touched so many lives with her beautiful voice, wonderful food, decorating, hospitality, and teaching. She was a master conductor, able to control every crescendo, every breath, every voice with just the slightest motion, all the while enriching each singer's spiritual life. She had a "whatever it takes" level of commitment and expected the same from everyone who worked with, around, or under her. "Whatever you do, do it heartily as unto the Lord." Col. 3:23. Mrs. Arrington was director of music at Louisiana Baptist Children's Home for 29 years. At Monroe's First Baptist Church she directed Youth Choir, taught high school girls' Sunday School, co-directed several Sunday School departments, was co-chairman of the remodeling committee, hosted College Bible Study in her home, even after she became sick, and directed "Psalm 100" for 15 years. In the community she was vice president of Monroe Garden Club, on the Monroe Symphony Board, a member of Music Guild, Kaleidoscope, and soloed, accompanied by Linda Mulhern, all over Monroe and the surrounding states. Mrs. Arrington attended Ouachita Baptist University, where she was on the Alumni Board and University of Louisiana at Monroe where she graduated with a degree in Vocal Music Education. Mrs. Arrington was preceded in death by her parents, Dorothy Luker Buckner and Rev. John Wordy Buckner; and son, Joseph Scott Arrington. Survivors include her husband of 58 years, Dr. Bill Arrington; son, Kent and wife Laura of Monroe; daughter, Elise Arrington Leitzel and husband Tim of Cleveland, OH; daughter-in-law, Edna Arrington Mayor and husband Gary of Brandon, MS; grandchildren, Jennilee Arrington and fiancée Will Nolan, Emily Laura Arrington, William Arrington, Grace Arrington Mayor, Sara Mayor, Jackson Mayor, Bo Mayor, and Elise Mayor; great granddaughter, Ella Little; stepmother, Juanita Buckner; brothers, Luther Buckner and wife Annette, Jimmy Buckner and wife Linda, Wordy Buckner and wife Sandy; sisters, Dottie Clark and husband Mike, and Helen Wright; brother-in-law, Jim Arrington and wife, Carol; numerous nieces and nephews and a host of friends. Pallbearers will be Chris Allums, Cecil Lipscomb, III, Troy McCullen, Norman McQueeen, Heath Munholland, Allen Redding, Mark Saterfield, and Jimmy Terry, Jr. Memorials may be made to Louisiana Baptist Children's Home or the Music Ministry of First Baptist Church, Monroe. Martha Arrington was a gracious southern lady in appearance, manners, and hospitality. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Rd., Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on January 11, 2013

Eula Mae Puckett English Funeral Services for Eula Mae Puckett English of Sterlington will be held at 10:00 a.m. Wednesday, January 9, 2013 at Kilpatrick Funeral Home Monroe. Rev. Roger Johnson will be officiating. Interment will follow at Sharon Cemetery near Dubach, LA, under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home Monroe. Mrs. English of Sterlington, LA was born February 6, 1921 and passed away January 6, 2013 at the age of 91. She was preceded in death by her husband of 66 years, Emmett English; her son David English; her sister Janice Post of Farmerville; a brother DeWitt Puckett of Sharon, LA; and her parents Gladys and G. L. Puckett of Sharon, LA. Mrs. English is survived by a daughter, Nelda Atwell; three grandsons, David and wife Paula of Monticello, AR, Michael and wife Angela of Sterlington, Jerry and wife Lexie of Monroe; three granddaughters, Anna Beth and Caroline Atwell of Monticello, AR, and Destany Atwell of Sterlington; four great grandsons, Blake, Lane, and Cole Atwell of Sterlington, and Connor Atwell of Monroe; and one sister, Genethea Zsmivoan of Bossier City; three nieces, Deborah Pendleton of Shreveport, Sheila of Simsboro, Margaret of Bossier City; five nephews, Gary and Charles Post of Shreveport, Michael Zsmivoan of Shreveport, Kenneth and Dennis Puckett of Sharon, LA. Visitation will be held from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. Tuesday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home Monroe. Online condolences may be made to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com Kilpatrick Funeral Home Monroe, LA Published in The News Star from January 8 to January 11, 2013

James Brunot (J. B.) Gaiennie James Brunot (J.B.) Gaiennie passed away at his home on January 8, 2013, at the age of 91. J. B. was born in Shreveport, La. He graduated from St. John's High School and Centenary College. He was commissioned as an Ensign in the U. S. Navy in 1941 where he served as a Naval Aviator. J. B. and his family moved to Monroe, La. in 1959 where he worked at Van -Trow Oldsmobile, until moving to Memphis in 1970. He became the owner of Regal Oldsmobile until his retirement in 1992. He was preceded in death by his wife of 63 years, Sally Mullin Gaiennie, his mother Marie Silvers Gaiennie and father Kenneth Meeker Gaiennie both of Shreveport, and brothers William, Kenneth and Gene Gaiennie. Also his grandsons, Shelton Smith and Patrick Smith of Memphis. He is survived by his three children, Mr. and Mrs. Jimmy Gaiennie, Mr. and Mrs. Johnny Gaiennie, and Mr. and Mrs. Rocky Smith, nine grandchildren, and 14 great-grandchildren. Funeral Services will be held Saturday, January 12, 2013 at the Catholic Church of the Holy Spirit, 2300 Hickory Crest Dr., Memphis Tn., 38119. Visitation beginning at 12:30. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be sent to the church. Memphis Funeral Home and Memorial Gardens Memphis, TN Published in The News Star on January 11, 2013

Russel Francis Jagoditsh Mr. Russel Francis Jagoditsh, born 2/20/1922 in Wisconsin, Rapids, WI, lived in Monroe 1958-1979, and died 1/4/2013, in Hot Springs, AR, after a brief illness. He is survived by his wife of 53 years, Betty Sullenberger Jagoditsh of Hot Springs; three daughters: Kathy Whaley Searcy of Little Rock, Mary Jo Whaley Scott (Steve) of El Dorado,AR, and Fran Jagoditsh Hein (Steve) of Longmont, CO; three grandchildren: Elizabeth Searcy, John Scott, and Collins Scott. Mr. Jagoditsh was a research chemist for OlinKraft in West Monroe prior to his retirement in Hot Springs. He was a Catholic and a member of St. John Church. Mass was held on January 7th, followed by internment in Greenwood Cemetery, Camden, AR. Published in The News Star on January 11, 2013

Frederick Edwin Purifoy Funeral services for Frederick Edwin Purifoy, 74, of Houston, TX, will be held at 2:00 PM, Saturday, January 12, 2013, in the Chapel at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe, with Rev. Warren Eckhardt officiating. Private interment will be in Loch Arbor Baptist Church Cemetery. Mr. Purifoy passed away Tuesday, January 8, 2013, at the Methodist Hospital in Houston, TX. He was born in Camden, AR and raised in Monroe, LA. He graduated from Ouachita Parish High School in 1956. After serving four years in the Navy, he earned his Bachelors in Physics and Math at Northeast Louisiana University. Mr. Purifoy spent 20 years serving his country in the U.S. Air Force and retired as Captain. He taught physics and math for 10 years in Texas including Malakoff High School and North Zulch High School. He resided in Houston, TX after he retired and enjoyed his favorite hobbies of gardening, cooking, sailing and traveling. He will be remembered as a loving husband and father. Mr. Purifoy was preceded in death by his mother, Lottie Hare Purifoy Ragsdale; and father, Lloyd Ogden Purifoy. Survivors include his wife, Elena Zhurina; daughters, Cynthia Johnson and husband Jay, Melanie Schickel and husband Ralph, Katrina Purifoy; sons, Craig Purifoy and wife Dania, Frederick Purifoy Jr.; and granddaughters, Riley Johnson and Reagan Johnson. Visitation will be from 12:00 PM until service time Saturday at Mulhearn Funeral Home. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on January 11, 2013

Earnest Bonner, 55 Earnest Bonner of Monroe died Saturday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Smith Funeral Home, Monroe. Visitation is 1-6 p.m. Friday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Alexandria No. 1 Church Cemetery, Oak Ridge.

William T. Cole, 43 William Troy Cole of Monroe, an ADA associate, died Wednesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Monroe.

Brian J. Gilbert, 41 SPEARSVILLE — Brian James Gilbert, a maintenance mechanic, died Sunday. Memorial services are 2-5 p.m. Saturday at Spearsville Church of Christ Church. Arrangements are under the direction of Farrar Funeral Home, Farmerville.

Sarah J. Gray, 73 TALLULAH — Sarah J. Gray, a cook, died Jan. 1. Services are noon Saturday at First Kingdom Missionary Baptist Church. Visitation is 2-5 p.m. Friday at Beckwith Golden Gate Funeral Home. Burial will be in New Oakwood Cemetery.

Andrew Henry Sr., 87 OAK GROVE — Andrew Henry Sr., pool maintenance worker, died Friday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Bloomy Shade Missionary Baptist Church. Visitation is 2-5 p.m. Friday at Beckwith Golden Gate Funeral Home, Tallulah. Burial will be in Oak Grove Cemetery.

Lalu G. Hinton, 94 POINT — Lalu Gates Hinton, a homemaker, died Wednesday. Services are 2 p.m. Friday at Providence Baptist Church. Burial will be in Acree Cemetery, Linville, under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Farmerville.

Marvin E. Hopkins, 77 OAK GROVE — Marvin Elee Hopkins, a farmer, died Wednesday. Services are 10 a.m. Saturday at Beulah Baptist Church, Beulah Community. Visitation is 10 a.m. until 8 p.m. Friday at the church. Burial will be in Beulah Cemetery under the direction of Cox Funeral Home.

Jan Johnston, 61 Jan Johnston of West Monroe, retired teacher, died Tuesday. Graveside services are 10 a.m. Friday at Hasley Cemetery Memorial Pavilion, West Monroe. Arrangements are under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Emma Jones, 84 ORLANDO, Fla. — Emma Jones, formerly of Bastrop, a custodial worker, died Saturday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Galilee Missionary Baptist Church, Collinston. Visitation is 9 a.m. Saturday until service time at the church. Burial will be in Trousdale Hill Cemetery, Collinston, under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Bastrop.

Essie M. Mayfield, 95 RUSTON — Essie Malone Mayfield, formerly of Jonesboro, a retired library custodian, died Saturday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Sand Hill Baptist Church, Quitman. Visitation is 1-5 p.m. Friday at King's Funeral Home. Burial will be in the church cemetery.

Annie L. Parker, 71 FERRIDAY — Annie Laura Parker, a retired educator, died Monday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Rufus Baptist Church. Visitation is noon Saturday until service time at the church. Burial will be in Sunset View Memorial Park Cemetery, Natchez, Miss., under the direction of Smith Funeral Home, Monroe.

Rev. Clyde O. Parmer, 82 LAPORTE, Texas — The Rev. Clyde Osborn Parmer, formerly of Monroe, a minister, died Thursday. Services are 2 p.m. Sunday at Riser Funeral Home, Columbia. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Saturday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Mount Pleasant Cemetery.

Lloyd E. Posey Jr., 77 WINNSBORO — Lloyd E. Posey Jr., retired from the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries, died Thursday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Gill First National Funeral Home.

Jessie Robinson, 71 BASTROP — Jessie Robinson, a laborer, died Friday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at New Morning Star Missionary Baptist Church. Visitation is 6-8 p.m. Friday at Tennant Funeral Home. Burial will be in H.V. Adams Cemetery.

Mack A. Robinson, 70 FORT NECESSITY — Mack Arthur Robinson died Wednesday. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home, Winnsboro. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Friday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Harris Cemetery, Winnsboro.

Ruth Rountree, 97 Ruth Rountree of West Monroe, retired office manager with Bancroft Bag Inc., died Tuesday. Services are 2 p.m. Friday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Visitation is 1 p.m. Friday until service time. Burial will be in Kilpatrick's Serenity Gardens Cemetery, West Monroe.

Marvin R. Sloan, 79 Marvin Rowe Sloan, Sterlington, Safeway manager, died Wednesday. Services are 2 p.m. Friday at Lea Joyner Memorial United Methodist Church. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery, under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Monroe.

Nathaniel Smith, 69 Nathaniel Smith of Monroe, a laborer, died Wednesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Funerals by McFarland, Monroe.

Leonidas S. Southall, 49 MONTGOMERY, Ala. — Leonidas Stewart Southall, a retired truck driver, died Wednesday. Graveside services are 1 p.m. Saturday at Memorial Park Cemetery, Bastrop. Visitation is 6-8 p.m. Friday at Golden Funeral Home, Bastrop.

Estelle M. Sprow, 90 COCOA BEACH, Fla. — Estelle Maguire Sprow, a homemaker, died Thursday. Private memorial services will be held at a later date under the direction of Griffin Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Gabriel A. Stewart, 8 QUITMAN — Gabriel Addison Stewart, a student, died Monday. Services are 10 a.m. Friday at Full Gospel Temple, Jonesboro. Burial will be in Antioch Cemetery under the direction of Southern Funeral Home, Jonesboro.

Alice F. Washington, 75 Alice Faye Washington of Monroe, a homemaker, died Jan. 1. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Pilgrim Rest Baptist Church, Mangham. Visitation is 1-6 p.m. Friday at Miller Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in the church cemetery.

Nathaniel Williams Sr., 89 TALLULAH — Nathaniel Williams Sr., a farmer, died Friday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at St. John Baptist Church. Visitation is 2-5 p.m. Friday at Beckwith Golden Gate Funeral Home. Burial will be in Oak Grove Cemetery, Oak Grove.

Isiah Woods, 56 TULSA, Okla. — Isiah Woods, a laborer, died Dec. 26. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Solid Rock Baptist Church, Monroe. Visitation is 2-6 p.m. Friday at Smith Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens, Richwood.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED Bayonne, Janit Jarome Killion: 11 a.m. Friday, Union Valley Baptist Church, Delhi. Carroll, Jaleexia Arquette: 9:30 a.m. Friday, St. John Community Cemetery, Delhi. Dean, Larry: 2 p.m. Saturday, Greater Free Gift Baptist Church, Monroe. Holladay III, Robert E. "Bob"L: 2 p.m. Friday, Trinity United Methodist Church, Ruston. James Jr., Lonnie L.: 2 p.m. Friday, Cox Funeral Home, Oak Grove. Johnston, Dalton Lee: 10 p.m. Friday, First Baptist Church, Sicily Island. Lindsay, Sheldon Lance: 2 p.m. Friday, Golden Funeral Home, Bastrop. McDonald, Mary Lou Finklea: 1 p.m. Friday, Delhi Church of Christ, Delhi. Messina, Martha Ray: 10 a.m. Friday, Jesus the Good Shepherd Catholic Church, Monroe. Mondey, Marie H.: 2 p.m. Friday, Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Rayville. Nolen Jr., Paul Drew: 10:30 a.m. Friday, Forest Park Cemetery, Shreveport. Price, Julia Mae: 1 p.m. Saturday, St. Mary Missionary Baptist Church, Lake Providence. Robinson, Jessie: 1 p.m. Saturday, New Morning Star Baptist Church, Bastrop. Sims, Gloria: 11 a.m. Saturday, Locust Hill Baptist Church, Extension. Williams, Damon: 11 a.m. Saturday, Bright Water AME Church, Monroe.

Jan 12, 2013 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

Pat Auger Funeral services for Pat Auger, 69, of Farmerville will be 2:00pm Sunday, January 13, 2013 at First Baptist Church, Farmerville with Bro. Don Reeves and Bro. Kurt Auger officiating. Burial will follow in Laran Cemetery. Arrangements are under the direction of Farrar Funeral Home. Mrs. Auger went to be with Jesus on January 10, 2013. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and friend to all who met her. She was preceded in death by her parents Harry & Lela Jackson and brother, Levi Jackson. Left to cherish her memory are her husband: Ernest E. "Sonny" Auger; children: Shannon & Michael Burkhardt; Sharron & Jeff Spillers; Shantell & Clint Cannon; Kristy Auger; Kurt & Rene' Auger; and Kellye & Troy Ketchum; brother: Travis Jackson; grandchildren: Hunter Burkhardt, Haleigh Spillers, Logan Spillers, Destiny Williams, Trey Spillers, Caroline Cannon, Lily Cannon, Megan Keys, Jake Auger, Brooks Auger, Kellen Ketchum and Jack Ketchum; great-grandchildren: Eisley Williams and Piper Keys; and numerous other relatives & friends. Pallbearers are Jeff Spillers, Michael Burkhardt, Clint Cannon, Kevin Jackson, David Jackson and Steve Auger. Visitation is Saturday, January 12th, from 5-8pm at Farrar Funeral Home and again Sunday at the church from 1:00-2:00pm. Online messages for the family may be left at farrarfh.com. Farrar Funeral Home Farmerville, LA Published in The News Star on January 12, 2013

William Troy Cole Funeral services for William Troy Cole, 43, of Monroe, will be held at 2:00 PM, Sunday, January 13, 2013 in the chapel at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe, with Rev. Tony Smith and Rev. Harrison Tribble officiating. Kathy Broadnax will sing. Interment will follow at Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery. Troy was born in Wichita, KS on July 15, 1969 and passed away Wednesday, January 9, 2013, at his residence. Troy enjoyed hunting, fishing, and working on anything. If he couldn't fix it, he would find someone who would. He had his bedroom arranged for his TV and netbook while he was bedbound. Troy had a swimming accident on June 2, 1985 at Riverton and broke his neck. He spent 3 months at St. Francis Hospital and 3 more months at Children's Hospital in New Orleans. While he was there, he got his GED. After he came home, he went to Delta Ouachita and got his diploma in accounting. He started at New Horizons Independent Living Center. Later when his van was ready he went to work for Fastserv Medical. He was ATS and CRTS certified. He sold wheelchairs, vans, and anything else a disabled person might need. While he was working he helped get the Monroe Transit for the disabled in our area. He also helped with the Disabled SKI Clinic. Troy is survived by his mother, Mary E. Cole of Monroe; half-sister, Deb Mills of Goddard, KS, aunts, Rita Conner and husband Ken of Columbia, Patricia Cady of West Monroe; uncle, Dale Cady of Monroe; first cousins, Teresa Williams and husband Patrick of West Monroe, Stacy Cerecero of San Antonio, TX; MSgt Christina Conner of Ft Beale, CA, Sherri Evans of Monroe, Kevin Conner and wife Missy of Columbia, Shawn Cagle of West Monroe, Robert Barnett of Illinois, Jessie Barnett of Illinois; and many more second cousins, friends and adopted family members. Visitation will be from 12:00 PM until service time Sunday at the funeral home. Many thanks to all of the family at Hospice Compassus, International Medicine of the Twin Cities, the family at Cornerstone Hospital, and the Wound Center. Thanks to the attendants from Care Solutions. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to the Twin Cities Mayor Community for the Disabled, PO box 713, West Monroe, LA 71294 or the Salvation Army. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on January 12, 2013

Linda Lee Smallwood Sudenly on January 8, Linda Lee Gulczynski Smallwood of Dunedin, FL passed. She was formerly of Baltimore, MD, raised her children in Monroe, LA, and then resided in Dunedin/Clearwater, FL. Linda was the beloved daughter of Florence and Don Rummel, The loved sister of Carol(John) Raiter, Donna Rummel, Kemp Rummel. Devoted and proud mother of Leonard(Kim, John(Darlene), Don(Dawn) Gulczynski and 8 Grandchildren, Kelly, Crystal, Stacey, Natalie, Payton, Joshua, Kelsie, and Tristen and 4 Great-Grandchildren, Hayden, L.J., Aiden, and Chase. Services are private. Published in The News Star on January 12, 2013

Rev. Clyde Osborn Parmer Funeral services for Rev. Clyde O. Parmer, age 82, of La Porte, Texas and formerly of Monroe, LA will be held 2:00 pm Sunday, January 13, 2013 from the Columbia Chapel of Riser Funeral Home with Rev. Bruce McGee and Rev. Warren Maxwell officiating. Interment will follow in the Mt. Pleasant Cemetery, west of Columbia. Visitation will be on Saturday, January 12, 2013 at the Riser Funeral Home in Columbia, located at 7131 U S Highway 165, from 5:00 pm until 8:00 pm. Clyde Osborn Parmer was born on June 7, 1930 at Monroe, LA to the union of his parents; Clyde Dewitt Parmer and Flossie Della Campbell Parmer; and passed away on Thursday January 10, 2013, at Bay Shore Medical Center in Pasadena, Texas. Rev. Parmer was preceded in death by his parents; his son, Gordon Ray Parmer, and his niece, Suzy Parmer Butler. He was a Veteran of the United States Army having served during the Korean Conflict. Survivors include his beloved wife, Helen Smith Parmer of La Porte, Texas; his daughter and son-in-law, Diane Parmer Garrison and Frank Garrison of La Porte, Texas; his daughter-in-law, Linda Clark Parmer of Columbia; his brother, Edward Parmer of Columbia; and his nephew, Dennis Parmer and wife Connie of Monroe, LA. Serving as pallbearers will be Derrick Marshall, Dennis Parmer, Tim Burris, Danny Arnold, Rick Duckett, and Joseph Duckett. Online registry/ condolences: riserfuneralhomes.com Riser Funeral Home Columbia, LA Published in The News Star on January 12, 2013

Lloyd Elton Posey, Jr. Funeral services for Mr. Lloyd Elton Posey, Jr., 77, of Winnsboro, LA, retired from the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries will be held 3:00 p.m., Saturday, January 12, 2013, at First Baptist Church Winnsboro, LA with Rev. Harry Boyd and Rev. Craig Beeman officiating. Interment will be in New Winnsboro Cemetery under the direction of Gill First National Funeral Home. Visitation will be 2:00 p.m. until 3:00 p.m., Saturday, January 12, 2013, at First Baptist Church. Mr. Posey was born June 11, 1935 in Winnsboro, LA to his parents Lloyd Elton and Estelle Marie Farmer Posey and passed from this life on January 10, 2013 at his residence in Winnsboro, LA following a lengthy battle with cancer. He is preceded in death by his parents and his only sibling Linda "LuLu" Cusimano of Slidell, LA who preceded him in death on January 8, 2013. Mr. Posey was a 1957 graduate of Northeast Louisiana State College now (ULM). Following ten years with the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries and U. S. Fish and Wildlife Service, he joined his father in the grocery business in Rayville LA, but returned to LDWF in 1991, retiring in 2001. In his early career, Mr. Posey was influential in the development of commercial fish farming methods, as well as the design and construction of impoundments such as Sibley Lake, Toledo Bend Reservoir, and Lake Claiborne. He is best remembered, though, for his work in Northeast Louisiana as Wildlife Educator Area Coordinator. As such, he touched the lives of many area residents, particularly young people. He was a member of First Baptist Church in Winnsboro and a Past Master of R. F. McGuire Lodge No. 209, F. & A. M., in Rayville. Survivors include his wife of 56 years, Joyce Killen Posey, of Winnsboro, LA; two sons, John C. Posey of Monroe, LA and Mark E. Posey and wife, Beth of Manassas, VA; two granddaughters, Amanda Lee Posey and Sarah Elizabeth Posey of Bossier City, LA; a great-granddaughter, Graecyn McKinlee; brother in law Frank Cusimano, Jr. of Slidell, LA and a host of friends and relatives throughout the region. Pallbearers will be Charles Anthony Cusimano, Frank N. Cusimano, III; Lloyd Landon Cusimano, Ralph Gill, Thomas R. Hill, Sr. and Michael Saucier. Online condolences may be made at www.gillfirstnational.com Gill First National Funeral Home Winnsboro, LA Published in The News Star on January 12, 2013

Carlton Cecil Smith Funeral services for Carlton Cecil Smith will be held at 2:00 PM Sunday, January 13, 2013, at Emmanuel Baptist Church with Rev. Terry Mims officiating. Interment will follow at Riverview Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Carlton Cecil Smith of Monroe, La passed away on January 11, 2013 at the age of 86 after a lengthy illness. Carlton was born on November 12, 1926 in Grayson, LA to parents Harold Wade Smith and Audra Freeman Smith. He graduated from Grayson High School in 1943, and then from Northeast Louisiana State College in 1961 with a Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy. He received the Freshman Chemistry Achievement Award for 1957 - 1958, the Grant Collins Pharmacy Award, in addition to many other honors and awards. An active member of Emmanuel Baptist Church of Monroe, he sang in the choir and at various times served as Sunday School teacher and Choir Director. He further served the Lord by ministering with his guitar and singing at area nursing homes, as well as the Council on Aging in Monroe. Carlton became well known to many in the area during the 22 years he owned and operated Bell's Pharmacy on Desiard St. in downtown Monroe. He was a member of the Louisiana Pharmacy Association, and a former Gideon. With all of his accomplishments, the most important part of Carlton's life was his family. Husband to Mary Ellen Pace Smith, his bride of 66 years, he was very proud of his six children, and multitude of grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. Carlton was survived by his wife, Ellen; and his children, Jerry Lynn Cloud, Mary Kay Young, Phyllis Ann Williams, and Gregory Wade Smith; twelve grandchildren and fifteen great grandchildren. He was predeceased by his son, David Cecil Smith; his daughter, Bettina Rae Hitchcock; and his grandson, James Carlton Green. Pallbearers will be Steven Tillman, Tristan Smith, Eric Green, Alex Smith, Jacob Green, Camdon Green, Randy Greer, and David Smith, Jr. Honorary pallbearers are Dave Tisdale, Larry Cooper, Billy Cooper, Wallace Olinde, Walter Pierron, and Gene Bruscato. Visitation will be Saturday from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on January 12, 2013

Dorothy May Temples Dorothy Temples, 79, of West Monroe was born July 9, 1933 in Corey, Louisiana and passed away January 10, 2013 in West Monroe. She was preceded in death by her husband, Glenn Temples, daughter-in-law Judy Kazmaier and sister Yvonne Odom. Dorothy is survived by sons; Deward (Buddy) Newcomb, Danny Temples and wife Chandra; sister, Flora Hillestad; grandchildren; Ricky Kazmaier and wife Felisa, Erin Posey and husband Clint, James Newcomb, Nicole Newcomb, Jennifer Newcomb, Trent Temples and Trey Temples; several great-grandchildren. Visitation will be held Sunday from 2:00 PM until 4:00 PM at Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on January 12, 2013

Mary L. Wetzel Mary L. Wetzel of Wilmington, DE, passed away on Thursday January10, 2013 after a courageous struggle with ovarian cancer. Mary was 56. She is survived by Ben, her husband of 26 years; sons Scott and Eric; her parents Harvey and Barbara Bryant; sisters; Alice and Patricia; niece, Erica; nephew, Michael and her in-laws, Ben and Dru Wetzel. She was predeceased by her brothers, Harvey and Matthew. Mary received her BS in nursing at Northeast University (now University of Louisiana at Monroe) in 1978. She then attended the Geisinger Medical Center anesthesia program, graduating as a CRNA in 1982. Mary last worked as a nurse anesthetist at First State Orthopaedics Surgery Center. Mary always followed her sons' school and sports activities, was an active reader and was active in the Women's Guild at St. Edmond's Academy. Mary was a great mom. Mary loved all her dogs, all three of them! The family would like to thank the staff at the Helen Graham Cancer Center, Compassionate Care Hospice and all the terrific friends who provided support with a meal, a hug, a note or a visit. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 12:00 PM on Tuesday, January 15, 2013 at St. Ann's Catholic Church, N. Union and Gilpin Avenue, Wilmington. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests contributions to Faithful Friends, 12 Germay Drive, Wilmington, DE 19804. For online condolences, please visit CHANDLER FUNERAL HOMES & CREMATORY chandlerfuneralhome.com 302.478.7100 Published in The News Star on January 12, 2013

Jan 13, 2013 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

Freda Brister Cannon Freda Brister Cannon, RN of Monroe, LA passed away on January 11, 2013 at St. Francis Hospital. Freda was born on May 24, 1928 and graduated from St. Francis Nursing School in 1948. She was head of the blood bank at both St. Francis Hospital as well as Glenwood Hospital for over 20 years and later worked with Home Healthcare in West Monroe. Freda loved gardening and her dachshund Fritz. Freda was preceded in death by her parents, nine siblings and husband Menier. She is survived by her son Daniel Menier Cannon, his wife Michelle, their two daughters, Windy and Lacey; and her daughter Catherine Cannon Norman, her husband James, their children Brienne and James Norman III, her husband Dr. Scott Shelby and their two children Amanda and Abigail. She is also survived by her sister in law, Edna S. Brister. Services will be held on Tuesday, January 15, 2013 at 10am at Our Lady of Fatima. Freda will be dearly missed by all who knew her. Online condolence messages may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com. Kilpatrick Funeral Home Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on January 13, 2013

Delores Anne McBroom Funeral services for Mrs. Delores Edney McBroom, 64, of Haughton, LA, formerly of West Monroe will be 10:00 AM Monday, January 14, 2013 in the chapel of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. LA, with Bro. Greg Clark officiating. Interment will follow in Kilpatrick's Serenity Gardens under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe. Mrs. McBroom, was born May 23, 1948 in Galaveston, TX, to William and Anna Harris Edney, Sr. She passed away on January 11, 2013, in Bossier City, LA. She was a retired bookkeeper and payroll clerk, and attended Belle Meade Baptist Church. She was preceded in death by her parents. Mrs. McBroom is survived by her husband of 29 years, Bennie McBroom; daughter, Traci Holman and husband, Jimmy; son, Mike Jackson and wife, Sissy; son, Donnie McBroom; and daughter, Melissa Sims; grandchildren, Mallory, Kyle, Hunter and Ryan Holman, Austin and Ashton Jackson, Sydney Higdon, Clayton and Tanner McBroom, Amber Peters, Chelsea McBroom and 2 special grandchildren, Trey and Kristie Thomason; 4 great-grandchildren; sister, Clarice Raney and husband, Ed; and brother, Bill Edney; and a number of nieces and nephews. Pallbearers will be grandsons Austin Jackson, Kyle and Hunter Holman, Clayton and Tanner McBroom and Trey Thomason. Honorary pallbearers will be Jake Stevens, Dub Albritton, Woody Bacon, Ray Trisler, R.C. McBroom and Mike Monts. Visitation will be 5:00-8:00 PM Sunday, January 13, 2013 at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Online condolence messages may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com. Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on January 13, 2013

Bobby L. Tarver On January 10, 2013 God welcomed his faithful servant with open arms. Funeral services for Mr. Bobby L. Tarver, 84, West Monroe, LA will be held in the chapel of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe, LA. Bro. Gordon E. Dean, Bro. James Gardner and Bro. Rick Crandall will be officiating the service held on Monday, January 14th at 2:00 following the visitation at 1:00. Interment will follow at Roselawn Cemetery, Calhoun, LA. Mr. Tarver was born August 5, 1928 in Fort Necessity, LA and passed away January 10, 2013 at St. Francis Medical Center after a lengthy illness. He was a veteran and proudly served his country in the U.S. Navy. He was retired from Entergy after 42 year of service. Bob's love and companionship will be missed by his wife Myrna whom he confessed his love and adoration even in their last moments together. They enjoyed retirement and felt it was God's plan for them to travel and share God's love and message. Bob rejoiced in witnessing to everyone he came in contact with. He was eager to share with a steward on a cruise or a waitress in a restaurant. Bob was an active member of Highland Baptist Church where he loved and prayed daily for his church family. Many hearts are saddened by the loss of our "Pops" but are reassured by the hope Christ has given us, that we will all be reunited in heaven. Bob was preceded in death by his first wife Helen Green Tarver, his parents Tommy Lee Tarver (father) and Lucy Duke Tarver (mother), Jewel White (sister), Lois Thigpen (sister), and Leslie Tarver (brother). Bob is survived by his beloved wife Myrna Hall Tarver, Shauna Gamble (daughter) and her husband Greg, Robert Steven Tarver (son) Renee Steverson (stepdaughter), Rhonda Chapman (stepdaughter) and her husband Doug, Robyn Perkins (stepdaughter) and her husband John, Scott Berry (stepson) and his wife Jodi, Thomas Berry (stepson) and 12 precious grandchildren and 6 great grandchildren who adored their "Pops". He is also survived by one sister Hazel Lohman and several nieces and nephews. Pallbearers will be: Mark Juneau, Jared Fuller, Chris Ferchaud, Kevin Reynolds, Keith Reynolds and Corky Corkern. In lieu of flowers, donation may be made to Gideon's International or Advance International at 3800 Custer Road Suite 270-208 Plano, Texas 75075 (an international nonprofit that funds seminary training for ministers in various countries). Online condolences messages may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfunealhomes.com. Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on January 13, 2013

Dewey Fredrick "Trent" Weaver, IV Dewey Fredrick "Trent" Weaver, IV was born on October 11, 2012, at Glenwood Hospital in West Monroe, and passed away at home on January 11, 2013. Trent is survived by his parents, Dewey Fredrick "Trey" Weaver, III and Ashley Meredith Weaver; grandparents, Julie and Dewey Fredrick Weaver, Jr., Donna VanVeckhoven and Mike VanVeckhoven, Kathy Meredith, and Denise and John Meredith; great grandparents, Mrs. Clara Weaver, Mr. and Mrs. Walter Brister, and Mr. and Mrs. Lynn Vestal; aunts and uncles, Colby Weaver, Graham Weaver, Lydia Weaver, Truman VanVeckhoven, Connor VanVeckhoven, Trevor VanVeckhoven, Jonathon Vestal, and Joshua Vestal; numerous great aunts, uncles and cousins. Trent gave us a lifetime of love during his short time on earth, and he will be greatly missed. "Let the little children come to me and do not hinder them, for the kingdom of heaven belongs to such as these." Matthew 19:14 Trent's uncles will serve as pallbearers. Services will be held at 10 A.M. on Monday, January 14, 2013, at First United Methodist Church, 3900 Loop Road, Monroe. Officiating will be Dr. Larry Stafford and Bro. Dale Walker. Interment will follow the service at Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home of Monroe. Memorial contributions may be made to Shelby's Wish, P. O. Box 2773, Monroe, LA 71207, a non-profit organization devoted to improving the quality of life for hospitalized children and their families. Online condolence messages may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com. Kilpatrick Funeral Home Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on January 13, 2013

Winona K. Bell, 46 LAKE PROVIDENCE — Winona Kay Bell, a nurse, died Friday. Funeral services are 2 p.m. Monday at Cox Funeral Home Chapel in Lake Providence. Visitation is from 6-8 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Providence Memorial Cemetery.

Crystal D. Berry, 34 WISNER — Crystal Danielle Berry died Saturday. Funeral services are 3 p.m. Monday at South Central Baptist Church, Wisner. Visitation is from 5 p.m. Sunday at the church. Burial will be at South Central Cemetery, Wisner, under the direction of Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home.

William T. Cole, 43 William Troy Cole of Monroe, an ADA associate, died away Wednesday. Funeral services are 2 p.m. Sunday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Visitation is from noon until service time Sunday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery.

Lucille Coleman, 77 FERRIDAY — Lucille Coleman died Saturday. Funeral services are at 10 a.m. Monday at Comer Funeral Home in Ferriday. Visitation is from 5-8 p.m. Sunday at the r funeral home. Burial is Holly Ridge Cemetery in Wisner.

Jasper W. Curry, 97 DELHI — Jasper W. "Bill" Curry 97, an oilfield worker, died Saturday. Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Tuesday at Cox Funeral Home in Delhi. Visitation is from 5-8 p.m. Monday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Faith Memorial Park Cemetery in Delhi.

Floye Delamar, 80 FARMERVILLE — Floye Nell Turnage Delamar, a retired DHHR employee, died Thursday. Funeral services are 11 a.m. Monday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home in Farmerville. Visitation is from 9 a.m. Monday until service time. Burial is in Liberty Hill Taylor Cemetery in Farmerville.

Francis Howard Jr., 65 Francis "Buddy" Howard Jr. of West Monroe, a mechanic, died Saturday. Graveside services will be at 11 a.m. Sunday at Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery under the direction of Griffin Funeral Home.

Jackie M. Jones, 78 Jackie Morrison Jones of West Monroe, died Friday. Funeral arrangements are incomplete at Mulhearn Funeral Home in West Monroe.

Bertney Landrey, 83 BASTROP — Bertney Landrey, former owner of Western Auto of Bastrop, died Saturday. Funeral arrangements are incomplete at Cox Funeral Home. Patty McVicker, 80 MARION — Patty McVicker died Saturday. Arrangements are incomplete at Farrar Funeral Home in Farmerville.

Billy J. Pierce, 84 FARMERVILLE — Billy Jim "B.J." Pierce, a welder and construction company owner, died Friday. Funeral services are at 2 p.m. Monday at Hawthorn Funeral Home. Burial is in Pierce Cemetery.

William J. Richardson, 89 William J. "Edge" Richardson of Monroe died Saturday. Services are 2 p.m. Tuesday at Riser Funeral Home in Columbia. Visitation is from 5-8 p.m. Monday and from 1 p.m. Tuesday until time of service at the funeral home. Burial will be in the Welcome Home Cemetery in Grayson.

Sara B. Rushing, 76 TRANSYLVANIA — Sara Beck Rushing, a bookkeeper died Friday. Funeral services are at 11 a.m. Monday at Brown-Holley Funeral Home Chapel in Oak Grove. Visitation is from 10-11 a.m. Monday at the funeral home.

Vera D. Simmons, 66 MANGHAM — Vera Dianna Simmons died Friday. Funeral services are 2 p.m. Monday at Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home. Visitation will be from 5-8 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home. Burial will be at Duncan Cemetery, Mangham.

Carlton C. Smith, 86 Carlton Cecil Smith of Monroe, a retired pharmacist, died Friday. Services are 2 p.m. Sunday at Emmanuel Baptist Church. Burial will be in the Riverview Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Monroe.

Coy Smith, 77 FARMERVILLE — Coy Smith, a retired pipefitter, died Friday. Graveside services are 2 p.m. Sunday at Concord Cemetery in Marion under direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home of Farmerville.

Larry D. Wall, 54 Larry D. Wall of West Monroe, an auto parts salesman, died Saturday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Griffin Funeral Home West Monroe.

Elaine Welch, 41 WINNSBORO — Elaine Welch, a homemaker, died Saturday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Gill First National Funeral Home in Winnsboro.

Anna M. Wilbanks, 60 Anna Mary Wilbanks of Monroe, a retired accountant, died Friday. Graveside services are 3 p.m. Monday at Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery. Visitation is from 5-7 p.m. Sunday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Monroe.

Jimmie U. Williams, 71 WINNFIELD — Jimmie Underwood Williams, a homemaker, died Friday. Funeral services are at 2 p.m. Sunday at Hurricane Grove Baptist Church, Sikes. Visitation is from 1 p.m. until time of services Sunday at the church. Burial is in Hurricane Grove Cemetery, Sikes, under the direction of Southern Funeral Home, Winnfield.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED: Parmer, The Rev. Clyde Osborn: 2 p.m. Sunday, Riser Funeral Home, Columbia. Poe, Frances E.: 2 p.m. Monday, Franton Chapel. Smith, Nathaniel: 11 a.m. Tuesday, Friendship Baptist Church, Monroe. Spillman, Lily Bell: 2 p.m. Sunday, South Central Baptist Church, Wisner. Tarver, Bobby: 2 p.m. Monday, Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Youngblood, James A.: 10 a.m. Monday, Hester's Central State Funeral Home, Monroe.

Jan 14, 2013 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

Freda B. Cannon, 84 Freda Brister Cannon of Monroe died Friday. Funeral services will be at 10 a.m. Tuesday at Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Church. Arrangements are under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Monroe.

Irvin R. Crowell, 86 EROS — Irvin Rogers Crowell a retired U.S. Air Force sergeant and welder died Sunday. Funeral services will be at 10 a.m. Wednesday at Luna Assembly of God. Visitation will be 5:00-8:00 PM at the church on Tuesday. Burial will follow at Walnut Grove Cemetery under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Holley, 85 BATON ROUGE — Hazel Holley, formerly of West Monroe, a retired medical supply officer, died Saturday. Arrangements are incomplete at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Thelma King, 92 WINNSBORO — Thelma King, a retired cafeteria worker in Wisner schools, died Saturday. Arrangements are incomplete at Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home.

Delores E. McBroom, 64 HAUGHTON — Delores Edney McBroom, formerly of West Monroe, a retired bookkeeper and payroll clerk, died Friday. Funeral services will be at 10 a.m. Monday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Burial is in Kilpatrick's Serenity Gardens.

Hazel Roberts, 94 FARMERVILLE — Hazel Roberts died Sunday. Arrangements are incomplete at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Farmerville.

Lucille M. Ross, 92 PIONEER — Lucille McElroy Ross, a retired principle, died Sunday. Arrangements are incomplete at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Monroe.

Dewey F. Weaver IV, infant Dewey Fredrick "Trent" Weaver IV, the infant son of Dewey and Ashley Weaver of Monroe, died Friday. Funeral services will be at 10 a.m. Monday at First United Methodist Church, Monroe. Burial is in Mulhearn Memorial Park under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Monroe.

Elaine J. Welch, 41 WINNSBORO — Elaine J. Welch, a homemaker, died Saturday. Funeral services will be at 10 a.m. Tuesday at Life Church Winnsboro. Visitation is 5-9 p.m. Monday at the church. Burial is in Harris Cemetery near Crowville under the direction of Gill First National Funeral Home, Winnsboro.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED: Bell, Winona Kay: 2 p.m. Monday at Cox Funeral Home, Lake Providence. Berry, Crystal Danielle: 3 p.m. Monday, South Central Baptist Church, Wisner. Coleman, Lucille: 10 a.m. Monday, Comer Funeral Home, Ferriday. Curry, Jasper W. "Bill": 2 p.m. Tuesday, Cox Funeral Home, Delhi. Delamar, Floye Nell Turnage: 11 a.m. Monday, Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Farmerville. Pierce, Billy Jim "B.J." 2 p.m. Monday, Hawthorn Funeral Home. Poe, Frances E.: 2 p.m. Monday, Franton Chapel. Richardson, William J. "Edge": 2 p.m. Tuesday, Riser Funeral Home, Columbia. Rushing, Sara Beck: 11 a.m. Monday, Brown-Holley Funeral Home Chapel, Oak Grove. Simmons, Vera Dianna: 2 p.m. Monday, Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home. Smith, Nathaniel: 11 a.m. Tuesday, Friendship Baptist Church, Monroe. Tarver, Bobby: 2 p.m. Monday, Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Wilbanks, Anna Mary: 3 p.m. Monday, Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery, Monroe. Youngblood, James A.: 10 a.m. Monday, Hester's Central State Funeral Home, Monroe.

Jan 15 , 2013 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

James E. "Buddy" Albritton Funeral services for Mr. James E. "Buddy" Albritton, 61, of Farmerville will be 10:00am, January 17, 2013 at Farrar Funeral Home with Bro. Larry White officiating. Burial will follow in Liberty Hill/Taylor Cemetery. Arrangements are under the direction of Farrar Funeral Home. Buddy loved hunting and fishing. He enjoyed spending time with his many friends at his camp on Corney Creek. Buddy is preceded in death by his father, E. J. Albritton and grandparents, Jim & Rita Carmack and Enoch & Fay Albritton. Left to cherish his memory are his wife, Linda Albritton; mother: June Albritton Petterson, brother: Van Albritton; sisters: Beverly Mardis & husband, Wyman and Ginnie Sutherland; numerous nieces & nephews and great nieces & nephews; co-worker: Epifanio "Epi" Mosqueda; and many friends. Pallbearers are nephews:Britton Mardis, Derek Mardis, Colby Mardis, Zack Sutherland, Lorn Nix and Dan Nix. Honorary pallbearers are Dan Albritton, Hudson Lee Miller, Elzie Culpepper, Mark Phillips, Ellis Dick and Calvin Miller. Visitation will be 5:00-7:00pm Wednesday at Farrar Funeral Home. Online messages for the family may be left at farrarfh.com. Farrar Funeral Home Farmerville Published in The News Star on January 15, 2013

Charles A. "Charlie" Butcher Funeral services for Mr. Charles A. "Charlie" Butcher, 75, of Farmerville will be 10:00am Wednesday, January 16, 2013 at Farmerville First Assembly of God with Bro. Robbie Lawson and Bro. Bill Bearden officiating. Burial will follow in Zion Hill Cemetery. Arrangements are under the direction of Farrar Funeral Home. Charlie went to be with his Lord and Savior on January 13, 2013. He was a loving husband, father and grandfather (affectionately known as "Big Pop"); was a faithful member of Farmerville First Assembly of God and a past member of the Board of Directors. He took pleasure in working outdoors and watching his grandsons play ball. Charlie had a sense of humor and enjoyed joking around. After retiring from General Motors, he thoroughly enjoyed his time working at Farrar Funeral Home because he loved to help people. Charlie is preceded in death by his parents, Earl & Clara Butcher, sister, Ann Marie Butcher, brother, Earl Butcher, Jr.; in-laws, Earline & Monroe Tucker; brothers-in-law, Jimmy Tucker, Bobby Courmier & Mike Rhodes & wife, Dimple; and nephew, Michael S. Rhodes. Left to cherish his memory are his wife, Brenda Butcher of Farmerville; 2 daughters: Tammy King & husband, Gary "Sky" of Harrison, AR and Sherri Cranford & husband, John "Bull" of Farmerville; 2 sisters: Ethel Doucette & husband, Weldon of Westlake, LA and Carol Dean Courmier of Lake Charles, LA; 6 grandchildren: Matt Odom & wife, Reyna, Dustin Odom & wife, Brittney, Christopher Cranford & wife, Tammy, Amber Cranford, Tyler Cranford and Halie Keiffer & husband, Charlie; 9 great grandchildren; numerous other relatives and many friends. Pallbearers are Matt Odom, Dustin Odom, Christopher Cranford, Tyler Cranford, John Cranford and Gary King. Honorary pallbearers are Halie Keiffer, Amber Cranford and the men of Farmerville First Assembly of God Church. Visitation will be 5:00-8:00pm Tuesday at the church. Online messages for the family may be left at farrarfh.com. Farrar Funeral Home Farmerville, LA Published in The News Star on January 15, 2013

Irvin Rogers Crowell Funeral services for Irvin Rogers Crowell, 86, of Eros will be 10:00 AM Wednesday, January 16, 2013, at Luna Assembly of God Church with Rev. Joel Brackett officiating. Interment will follow at Walnut Grove Cemetery under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Mr. Crowell was born September 25, 1926 in Eros, LA and passed away January 13, 2013 at the NE Louisiana War Veterans Home. He was a retired Sergeant in the US Air Force having served in WW II and The Korean Conflict. He later retired as a welder from General Motors Shreveport Plant. He was a member of Luna Assembly of God Church. He was preceded in death by his parents, Julian and Clemmie Crowell; son, Michael Crowell; brother, Raymond Crowell; sisters, Elaine Dowdy and Erma Blume. Mr. Crowell is survived by his wife, Kressie Myers Crowell; son, Roger Crowell and wife, Jan; 2 daughters, Sharon Wren, Carla Thornell and husband, Sheldon; stepson Thomas Younse and wife, Judy; sisters, Evelyn Owens and husband, Tom, Media Sanders and husband, Carroll; 5 grandchildren; 9 great-grandchildren, and a number of nieces and nephews. Pallbearers will be Raymond Crowell, Ronald Crowell, Darrell Owens, Tommy Younse, Joey Myers and Jimmie Bailey. Visitation will be Tuesday, January 15 from 5:00-8:00 PM at Luna Assembly of God Church. The family wishes to thank the NE Louisiana Veterans Home for all of their kindness and care. We would also like to thank his roommate, Mr. James Darby, for his care and prayers. Online condolence messages may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com. Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on January 15, 2013

Cindy Gail Dickey Funeral services for Cindy Gail Dickey, age 41 of Columbia, will be held at 10 AM Wednesday, January 16, 2013 from the sanctuary of Clarks United Pentecostal Church with Bro. Wesley Manning, Bro Carlisle, and Bro. Tim Whitstine officiating. Interment will follow at Columbia Hill Cemetery. Visitation will be Tuesday evening at Riser Funeral Home in Columbia from 5 PM to 8 PM. Ms. Dickey was born on May 21, 1971 in Monroe, LA and passed from this life on Saturday, January 12, 2013 at Hardtner Medical Center in Urania. She attended Clarks United Pentecostal Church and had visited lately at Hebert Full Gospel Church. She was preceded in death by her paternal grandparents:Garland S. Dickey and Mary Caraway Dickey; maternal grandfather, Leroy Nugent and three uncles: Lonnie Dickey, Daniel Dickey and Leroy "June Bug" Nugent, Jr. Those left to cherish her memory are her daughter, Amanda Nicole Dickey of Columbia; mother, Patricia Nugent Seay and husband, Harry of Columbia; father, Earl G. Dickey and wife, Hilda of West Monroe; maternal grandmother, Marie Powell of Hornbeck, LA; brother, David Dickey and wife, Margaret of West Monroe; two sisters: Lisa McMullen and husband, Ken of West Monroe and LeAnne Seay and companion, Josh Martinez of Hebert; aunts and uncles: William Dickey and wife, Vickie, James Dickey and wife, Joy, Johnny Dickey and wife, Dorothy, Becky Frost and husband, Bruce, Jan Perkins and husband, Mike, Robert Nugent and wife, Linda, Debbie Nugent, Frances Alfurson, Rickey Nugent and wife, Tami, Rhonda Horton and companion, Austin; nieces and nephews: Brittany McMullen, Dustin Gray, Brandon McMullen, Kelsey Dickey, Dawson Huckabay, John David Dickey, Emma Rose Oliveaux, Ashlyn Marie Martinez; numerous cousins and her special friend, "Digger" the turtle. Pallbearers will be Milo Currington, Richie Minchew, James Dickey, Gary Dickey, Burt Rogers and Jackie Dickey. Honorary pallbearers will be Johnny Dickey, William Dickey, Brandon McMullen, Dustin Gray and the staff of Advance Sitting. Online condolences may be made at www.riserfuneralhomes.com. Riser Funeral Home Columbia, LA Published in The News Star on January 15, 2013

Hazel Maxine Holley Funeral services for Hazel Maxine Holley, 85,of Baton Rouge, LA will be held at 1:00 pm Wednesday, January 16, 2013 at Kilpatrick Funeral Home in West Monroe, interment in Riverview Cemetery, Monroe, LA,where she will be laid to rest beside her husband, Art. Visitation will be at Kilpatrick Funeral Home in West Monroe from 12:00 pm until service time Wednesday. Rev. Wesley Pittman will be officiating. Mrs. Holley was born into this life on May 23, 1927 at Hico, LA and went to be with her Heavenly Father on January 12, 2013. Mrs. Holley was preceded in death by her husband, Arthur J. Holley, two sons Gary Doffitt and Ronnie Doffitt, two brothers, Troy Pair and Odis Pair and two sisters, Elizabeth Pair and Ila M. Wilson. She is survived by one son, Erny Doffitt of Baton Rouge, LA,one brother, Hershel Pair (Gloria), grandchildren Cindy Doffitt, Laura Doffitt, Chris Doffitt, Troy Dugger, Bobby Doffitt, Deanna Vaughn, Jessica Doffitt, Courtney Doffitt, step-grandchildren Adam Grosz and Samantha Hufford and numerous great grandchildren, nieces and nephews. Mrs. Holley retired from the St. Francis Medical Center where she was employed as a Medical Buyer. She thoroughly enjoyed her coworkers and the relationships she developed during her career. They remained dear to her till her death and she spoke of them often. She enjoyed cooking, but enjoyed eating her sister's cooking even more. She seemed to be most content when she was outdoors turning soil and making things grow. She did have a green thumb. She was a loving mother, wife, aunt, sister and grandparent. She touched many lives with her acts of kindness and giving. She will be dearly missed by those who loved her. Fond memories of her will be cherished forever. The family wishes to extend a heartfelt appreciation for the excellent care and love she received during the last couple of years from Dr. William Patrick Gahan, Terry Sanders P.A., nurses Mariah Torres and Tedra Johnson of Lake Senior Care and Clarity Hospice nurses Caretha Thomas and BrittneyJohnsonand sitter Florida Allen. Memorials should be made to the charity of your choice . Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com KilpatrickFuneral Home West Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on January 15, 2013

Bertney Landry Funeral services for Bertney Landry, age 83, formerly of Bastrop, LA, will be held at 2:00 p.m., Saturday, January 19, 2013, at the First United Methodist Church of Bastrop with Rev. Henry Stone officiating. Interment will follow in the Memorial Park Cemetery under the direction of Cox Funeral Home of Bastrop. Visitation will be held Friday, January 18, from 6:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. at Cox Funeral Home in Bastrop. Mr. Bertney was born on October 5, 1929 in Lake Charles, LA and passed away on January 12, 2013 in Bossier City, LA. He is preceded in death by his wife, Ruth Lanell Landry; sons, Stephen W. Landry and Jack E. Landry; parents, Joseph E. Landry Sr. and Marie McGee Landry; brothers, Charlie Landry and Ira Landry; sister-in-law, Juanita Landry; mother-in-law and father-in-law, Ruth K. Wroten and M.A. Wroten; sister-in-law, Jackie Robertson. Mr. Bertney lived in Bastrop, LA most of his life where he owned and operated the local Western Auto Store. He was married to Ruth Lanell Wroten of Bastrop and was blessed with four sons and one daughter. He was a member of the First United Methodist Church of Bastrop, LA. He served his country in the U.S. Air Force. He is survived by two sons, John M. Landry of Lafayette, LA, and Charles B. Landry and wife Ann of Shreveport, LA; his daughter, Annette L. Efird and husband Todd of Fayetteville, AR; daughter-in-law, Shannon Landry of West Monroe, LA; four brothers, Joseph E. Landry Jr. and wife Agnes of Lake Charles, LA, Edgar Landry and wife Kathy of Monroe, LA, Winston Landry and wife Pat of West Monroe, LA, Rev. Bobby Landry and wife Judy of Knoxville, TN; three sisters, Ena Simon and husband Jerry of Lake Charles, LA, Margaret Hernandez and husband Lloyd of Lafayette, LA, Theresa Cormier of Lake Charles, LA; sister-in-law, Erlene Landry of West Monroe, LA; brother-in-law, Flint Robertson of Bastrop, LA; sister-in-law, Patsy Taylor and husband Jack of Niceville, FL; nine grandchildren, Tiffany Briley and husband Jamie of Bastrop, La, David Landry and wife Melinda of Cherry Point, NC, Colleen Landry of West Monroe, LA, Michael Landry and wife Tiffanie of West Monroe, LA, Jacob Landry of San Francisco, CA, Tyler Landry and Mallory Landry , both of Shreveport, LA, Ashley Efird and Reed Efird, both of Fayetteville, AR; two great-grandchildren, Elise Smith and Malaki Briley; Host of nieces and nephews and their children. Pallbearers will be Michael Landry, Flint Robertson, Jack Taylor, Dan Robertson, Larry Jones, Vaughn Landry. Honorary pallbearers will be Brian Campbell, John Taylor, Kent Boddie, David Evans, Carroll Weeks, George Chaney, the members of Mr. Landry's Sunday school class at the First United Methodist Church of Bastrop, LA., and the Gideons of Bastrop, LA. To leave condolences to the family www.coxfuneral.com Jonesboro. Visitation is 2-8 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Jonesboro Cemetery.

Shirley Self Miller Funeral services for Shirley Self Miller, 73, of Spearsville, LA, will be held at 10:00 AM, Wednesday, January 16, 2013, at the First Baptist Church in Spearsville, LA, with Rev. Barry Joyner, Rev. David Martin, and Rev. Wayne Sistrunk officiating. Interment will follow at Spearsville Cemetery, Spearsville, LA, under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home in Monroe, LA. Shirley went to be with her Lord on Sunday, January 13, 2013. She was born on October 2, 1939, in Leesville, LA, was reared in the Fort Jesup community in Sabine Parish and graduated from Many High School. Shirley married Rev. James H. Miller on January 11, 1963, and served her Lord as a pastor's wife and a worker in the church for fifty years. Shirley worked in the People's State Bank in Zwolle, LA in her younger years. She was the secretary of Spearsville High School, 1971-1980, and later worked as a computer operator at the Sabine Medical Center in Many for seven years. Shirley was preceded in death by her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Charlie Self of Many; and her brother, Charles Self of Shreveport, LA. Shirley leaves behind her devoted husband of fifty years, Rev. James H. Miller, pastor of the First Baptist Church in Spearsville; daughter, Jan Rachal and husband, Joe; son, Dr. Alan Miller and wife, Sandy; grandchildren, Katie, Kelsie and James David Miller, Joshua Deere, Aaron and Avery Rachal. Pallbearers will be her grandson, Joshua Deere, Stanley Lenard, Joe Barron, Jeff Bennett, Chris Canterberry, Scott Barron, James Frank Smith, and Frankie F. Futch. Honorary pallbearers are Clyde Barron and Johnny Heard. Visitation will be from 4:00 PM until 7:00 PM Tuesday, January 15, 2013 at the First Baptist Church in Spearsville, LA. Memorials may be made to the First Baptist Church of Spearsville, 259 Spearsville Road, Spearsville, LA 71277. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on January 15, 2013

Herman "Culley" Bond, 82 MARSHALL, Texas — Herman "Culley" Bond, formerly of Jonesboro, a state worker, died Saturday. Services are 10 a.m. Thursday at Edmonds Funeral Home, Hazel Turnage Roberts A smile is infectious. It is meant to be shared and passed on to others. Funeral services for Hazel Turnage Roberts, 94, of Farmerville, LA, will be held Wednesday, January 16, 2013 at 10:00 a.m. in the Chapel of Kilpatrick Funeral Home. Officiating will be Bro. Kurt Auger, Pastor of First Baptist Church in Farmerville. Interment will follow in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery in Monroe, LA under direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home of Farmerville. Mother was born on August 8, 1918 in Union Parish and passed away on January 13, 2013, at Union General Hospital at the age of 94. Mother was called home to be with God and all her loved ones that preceded her. She was preceded in death by her parents, Ollie and Orena Turnage: daughter, Shelbie McVay; sister, Elizabeth Hodnett Mills; and husband Grady Roberts, who was truly the love of her life. In the early 60's mother decided to start traveling with daddy on his pipeline jobs that took them to many states including Alaska. They had a wonderful life and made many friends in their travels. They retired on Lake Darbonne where many fish fries were enjoyed by friends and family. Survivors include her daughter, Jackie (Bob) Jones; and son Ralph (Jeannie) Roberts. Grandchildren are Johnny (Chasity) Talley; Steve (Debra) Talley; Greg (Tina) Talley; Kathy (Bobby) Nola; Jennifer (Joe) Giovingo; and Matt (Misty) Roberts. She is also survived by fourteen great-grandchildren and five great-great grandchildren. Pallbearers will be Johnny Talley, Steve Talley, Greg Talley, Matt Roberts, Bobby Nola, Jr., and Brian Nola. Visitation will be held on Tuesday, January 15, 2013 from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. at Kilpatrick Funeral Home in Farmerville. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com Kilpatrick Funeral Home Farmerville, LA Published in The News Star on January 15, 2013

Jessie Lucille McElroy Ross Funeral services for Jessie Lucille McElroy Ross, 92, of Pioneer, will be held at 11:00 AM Wednesday, January 16, 2013 in the chapel at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe, with Rev. Jon Tellifero officiating. Interment will follow at New Forest Cemetery, Forest, LA. Lucille passed away Sunday, January 13, 2013, in Monroe after a short illness. She was born May 9, 1920 in Dry Pong, LA to P.G. and Dolores (Coody) McElroy. She was the granddaughter of John and Ellen Coody of Campbell Community, West Carroll Parish, LA. Lucille was a proud to have graduated from Pioneer High School as the valedictorian and recipient of the American Legion Citizenship Award. While raising five children, she co-founded the Pioneer Parent Teacher's Association with her husband, Ben. She then began her second career joining three of her children and one son-in-law at Northeast Louisiana University. She proudly completed both her Bachelor's and Master's degrees and was pleased to see all her children complete their initial college degrees from Northeast. Lucille moved on to Metairie, Louisiana where she continued to be champion of education as a principal at two schools, one of which was awarded the Outstanding Award of PTA for the State of Louisiana. As a champion of children, she successfully encouraged her staff to continue their training to better serve the children as evidenced by the high level of success that was achieved by the children and her schools. Following her retirement, she and Ben returned to North Louisiana, where many of her children and great grandchildren resided in Monroe, until her death. She was preceded in death by her husband, Benjamin Bryan Ross, Sr., and her brother, Rondelle W. McElroy. She is survived by two sisters, Lillian McElroy Howell, Irene McElroy Bliss; five children, Elizabeth Ann Herzog of Monroe, LA, Carolyn Joyce Edwards of Metairie, LA, Benjamin Bryan Ross, Jr., and wife Wanda Wheelington Ross of Raleigh, NC, Mary Catherine Kelly and husband V. Sherwood Kelly of Franklin, TN, John Russell Ross and wife Betty Pearce Ross; fourteen grandchildren; sixteen great grandchildren; one great great grandchild; as well as numerous nephews and nieces. Pallbearers will be Victor S. Kelly, Jr., J.R. Ross, Jr., Jim Bell, Duncan Evans, Kenny Cloud, and Mike Holland. Honorary pallbearers will be Tom Pusateri and Charles Bryan Herzog, Sr. Visitation will be from 10:00 AM until service time Wednesday at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the National Cancer Society . Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on January 15, 2013

Vicki Taylor Waldron June 1, 1951 - Jan. 15, 2011 We love and miss you. Mother and Daddy, Inell and Ira Taylor and Family Published in The News Star on January 15, 2013

Carl A. Brown Sr., 73 Carl A. Brown Sr. of Monroe, a retired healthcare administrator, died Sunday. Services are 11 a.m. Tuesday at Mulhearn Memorial Park Mausoleum Chapel, Monroe. Visitation is 10 a.m. Tuesday until service time at the mausoleum chapel, under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Monroe.

Mary A. Caraway, 63 COLUMBIA — Mary Alice Page Caraway, a retired clerk of court staffer, died Saturday. Services are 11 a.m. Tuesday at Riser Funeral Home, Columbia. Burial will be in Columbia Hill Cemetery.

Betty B. Durham, 73 NATCHITOCHES — Betty Brock Durham, a retired accounting clerk at Northwestern State University, died Sunday. Services are 10 a.m. Tuesday at Southern Funeral Home, Winnfield. Visitation is 9 a.m. Tuesday until service time. Burial will be in Sardis Cemetery, Atlanta.

Bobby R. Hart, 81 WINNSBORO — Bobby Ray Hart, a farmer, died Sunday. Services are 10 a.m. Wednesday at Sardis Baptist Church. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Tuesday. Burial will be in Lone Cedar Cemetery under the direction of Gill First National Funeral Home.

Alan B. Hartwell, 71 DUBACH — Alan Bert Hartwell, a retired Air Force master sergeant, died Sunday. Services are 10 a.m. Thursday at Fellowship Baptist Church, Dubach. Visitation is 5-7 p.m. Wednesday at Owens Memorial Chapel Funeral Home, Ruston. Burial will be in Fellowship Cemetery, Dubach.

Jackie M. Jones, 78 Jackie Morrison Jones of West Monroe, a saleswoman, died Friday. Services are 2 p.m. Tuesday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Visitation is 11 a.m. Tuesday until service time. Burial will be in Crowville Masonic Cemetery, Crowville.

Thomas M. Jones, 83 HOLLY RIDGE — Thomas M. Jones, a farmer, died Sunday. Services are 2 p.m. Wednesday at Richland United Pentecostal Church, Holly Ridge. Visitation is 5-9 p.m. Tuesday at Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Rayville. Burial will be in McKnight Cemetery, Holly Ridge.

Thelma King, 92 WINNSBORO — Thelma King died Saturday. Services are 2 p.m. Tuesday at Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home. Visitation is noon until service time at the funeral home. Burial will be in South Central Cemetery, Wisner.

Bertney Landry 83 SHREVEPORT — Bertney Landry, formerly of Bastrop, a retired owner of Western Auto Store of Bastrop, died Saturday. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at First United Methodist Church, Bastrop. Visitation is 6-9 p.m. Friday at Cox Funeral Home, Bastrop. Burial will be in Memorial Park Cemetery.

Marsha F. McFarland, 66 START — Marsha F. McFarland, a homemaker, died Saturday. Memorial services are 7 p.m. Thursday at Griffin Funeral Home, West Monroe. Visitation is 5 p.m. Thursday until service time.

Patty McVicker, 80 MARION — Patty McVicker, a retired LPN, died Saturday. Services are 2 p.m. Wednesday at Farrar Funeral Home, Farmerville. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Concord Cemetery, Marion.

Yvonne M. Moseley, 74 FARMERVILLE — Yvonne McMurry Moseley, a bookkeeper, died Monday. Services are 10 a.m. Wednesday at Rocky Branch Church of Christ. Visitation is 6-8 p.m. Tuesday at the church. Burial will be in Rocky Branch Cemetery under the direction of Griffin Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Larry D. Wall, 54 Larry D. Wall of West Monroe, an auto parts salesman, died Saturday. Services are 2 p.m. Wednesday at New Life Wesleyan Church, West Monroe. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Tuesday at the church. Burial will be in Hasley Cemetery under the direction of Griffin Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Jimmy Whittington, 57 Jimmy Whittington of West Monroe, a plumber, died Friday. Arrangements are incomplete at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED Cannon, Freda Brister: 10 a.m. Tuesday, Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Church, Monroe. Crowell, Irvin Rogers: 10 a.m. Wednesday, Luna Assembly of God. Curry, Jasper W. "Bill": 2 p.m. Tuesday, Cox Funeral Home, Delhi. Richardson, William J. "Edge": 2 p.m. Tuesday, Riser Funeral Home, Columbia. Smith, Nathaniel: 11 a.m. Tuesday, Friendship Baptist Church, Monroe. Welch, Elaine J.: 10 a.m. Tuesday, Life Church, Winnsboro.

Jan 16 , 2013 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

Frances Elizabeth Sinclair Sample Griswold Frances (Fran) Elizabeth Sinclair Sample Griswold, 77, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother, sister, aunt and friend passed away January 10, 2013 in San Dimas CA. She was born on June 16, 1935 as the second daughter of Harry Sinclair & Gladys Gwendolyn Toone Sinclair. She was a member of Fairpark Baptist Church in West Monroe, LA where she held many roles, including president or Chairperson of most committee. She especially loved the Magdalene Sunday School class, getting to know new members over lunch and helping them find their spot at church or in the community. After graduating from Plainview High School, Plainview, TX, Fran was accepted to Ponca City Hospital School of Nursing, Ponca City, OK, where she graduated in 1959 as a Registered Nurse. Fran held several professional nursing positions with several area doctors, clinics and hospitals. Fran retired from Glenwood Regional Hospital where she was a surgical nurse and head of the ASU. Until just a few years ago, Fran remained active in an area professional nursing organization and was instrumental in handing scholarships to deserving nursing students in the Monroe/West Monroe/ Ruston area. As much as Fran loved her family and friends, and her church, she loved her nurses. In recent years, Fran took up writing down & sharing her childhood experiences. She felt writing was her life of service to others, filled with humor & love of life. Fran was preceded in death by her first husband, Frank Sample, her second husband, Kenneth E. Griswold, Sr., her son Daniel Sample, her sisters, JoAnne Sinclair Lucas Struble and LeVeta Sinclair Campbell, and her brothers James Sinclair and Donald Sinclair. Left to cherish her memory are son, Jay Sample and wife Nancy Mahood Sample (Upland, CA), step sons, Kenneth E Griswold, Jr. & wife Paula Rowland Griswold (Ruston, LA), Richard Dwight Griswold & wife Kathryn Muller Griswold (Tupelo, MS), Brian Kent Griswold & wife Dixie Elam Griswold (Ruston, LA) & Barry Keith Griswold (Ruston, LA), a step daughter, Janice M Griswold (Miami, FL), her brother John Sinclair (Salinas, CA), and brother-in-law, Jerry Campbell. Fran is also survived by 10 grandchildren, Benjamin Sample, Matthew Sample (both of Victorville, CA), Wade Griswold and wife Elizabeth (Orlando, FL), Natalie Grubb (Shreveport, LA), Kenneth Griswold and wife Amanda (Tupelo, MS), David Griswold and wife Meg (Nashville, TN), Allison Griswold (Birmingham, AL), Cade Griswold (Ruston, LA), Jamie Scoggin and husband Jonathan (Shreveport, LA), Erin Henderson and husband Matt (Ruston, LA) and 7 great grandchildren, Will Griswold, Rebecca Griswold, Shelby Griswold, Lucas Grubb, Calvin Griswold, Kensey Scoggin & Jon Walker Scoggin. A Memorial Services celebrating the life of Frances (Fran) Elizabeth Sinclair Sample Griswold was held Monday January 14, 2013 at Fairpark Baptist Church in West Monroe, LA with many, many of her family and friends, just as she would have liked. To honor Fran's wishes, in lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation in her name to the New Sanctuary Building Fund - Fairpark Baptist Church, 4412 White's Ferry Road; West Monroe, LA 71291. Published in The News Star on January 16, 2013

Yvonne McMurry Moseley Yvonne McMurry Moseley passed from this life January 14, 2013 at home in Rocky Branch, LA. Yvonne was born August 6, 1938. Funeral services will be 10:00 am Wednesday, January 16, 2013 at Rocky Branch Church of Christ. Interment will follow at Rocky Branch Cemetery under the direction of Griffin Funeral Home West Monroe. Yvonne was preceded in death by her parents, Homer and Cassyle McMurray, siblings Julia and Homer Jr., and son Michael Hardey. Yvonne is survived by her son Mitch Hardey, his wife Melinda, ten grandchildren and fifteen great-grandchildren. Online guest book at www.griffinfuneralhome.net Griffin Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on January 16, 2013

James Albritton, 61 FARMERVILLE — James E. "Buddy" Albritton died Sunday. Services are 10 a.m. Thursday at Farrar Funeral Home. Visitation is 5-7 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Liberty Hill/Taylor Cemetery.

Jack D. Atkins, 87 BASTROP — Jack Doyle Atkins, an International Paper Co. retiree, died Monday. Services are 2 p.m. Friday at Cox Funeral Home. Visitation is 5-7 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Memorial Park Cemetery.

Mattie L. Baker, 66 Mattie Lee Baker of Monroe, a homemaker, died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Smith Funeral Home, Monroe.

Kim Bass, 29 Kim Bass of Monroe, a homemaker, died Sunday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Smith Funeral Home, Monroe.

Charles Butcher, 75 FARMERVILLE — Charles A. "Charlie" Butcher died Sunday. Services are 10 a.m. Wednesday at Farmerville First Assembly of God. Burial will be in Zion Hill Cemetery under the direction of Farrar Funeral Home.

Irvin R. Crowell, 86 EROS — Irvin Rogers Crowell, retired Air Force sergeant and retired welder, died Sunday. Services are 10 a.m. Wednesday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Burial will be in Walnut Grove Cemetery.

Cindy G. Dickey, 41 COLUMBIA — Cindy Gail Dickey, a homemaker, died Saturday. Services are 10 a.m. Wednesday at Clarks United Pentecostal Church. Burial will be in Columbia Hill Cemetery under the direction of Riser Funeral Home.

Fay Futch, 99 FARMERVILLE — Fay Futch, a retired educator, died Monday. Services are 10 a.m. Saturday at First Baptist Church. Visitation is 4-6 p.m. Friday at Farrar Funeral Home. Burial will be in Farmerville City Cemetery.

Billy R. Gore, 83 COLUMBIA — Billy Ray Gore, a retired Olinkraft employee, died Monday. Graveside services are 11 a.m. Thursday at Welcome Home Cemetery, Grayson. Visitation is 9-10:40 a.m. Thursday at Riser Funeral Home.

Valerie M. Graham, 53 JONESBORO — Valerie McBride Graham, a newspaper reporter, died Friday. Memorial services are 10 a.m. Monday at Forest Haven Nursing Home. Arrangements are under the direction of Edmonds Funeral Home.

Jeanette Hobson, 59 Jeanette Hobson of Monroe, a custodian, died Friday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at Miller Funeral Home, Monroe. Visitation is 1-6 p.m. Friday at the funeral home.

Hazel Holley, 85 BATON ROUGE — Hazel Holley, formerly of West Monroe, retired medical supply officer, died Saturday. Services are 1 p.m. Wednesday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Visitation is noon Wednesday until service time. Burial will be in Riverview Cemetery.

Joan B. Johnson, 57 HOUSTON — Joan Blocker-Johnson, formerly of Collinston, a cook, died Saturday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Bastrop. Reginald Johnson, 56 BASTROP — Reginald Johnson died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home.

Stephen N. Johnson Jr., 81 SALINE — Stephen N. "S.N." Johnson Jr., retired from the Air Force, died Monday. Services are 2 p.m. Thursday at Briarwood Baptist Church, Readhimer. Visitation is 4-9 p.m. Wednesday at the church. Burial will be in Briarwood Cemetery under the direction of Edmonds Funeral Home, Jonesboro.

James L. Jones Jr., 93 James L. "Jimmy" Jones Jr. of Monroe, retired director of administration and controller of IMC in Sterlington, died Sunday. Arrangements are incomplete.

Thomas M. Jones, 83 HOLLY RIDGE — Thomas M. Jones, a farmer, died Sunday. Services are 2 p.m. Wednesday at Richland United Pentecostal Church. Visitation is 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. Tuesday at Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Rayville. Burial will be in McKnight Cemetery, Holly Ridge.

Bertney Landry, 83 BOSSIER CITY — Bertney Landry, retired owner of Western Auto of Bastrop, died Saturday. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at First United Methodist Church, Bastrop. Visitation is 6-9 p.m. Friday at Cox Funeral Home, Bastrop. Burial will be in Memorial Park Cemetery. Rebecca H. Killian, 74 Rebecca H. Killian of Monroe, a retired salesperson, died Sunday. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at St. Mary's Baptist Church, Monroe. Visitation is 7-8 p.m. Friday at Richardson Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens.

Shirley S. Miller, 73 SPEARSVILLE — Shirley Self Miller, a retired medical computer operator, died Sunday. Services are 10 a.m. Wednesday at First Baptist Church. Burial will be in Spearsville Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Monroe.

Etta Moore, 94 FARMERVILLE — Etta Moore, a homemaker, died Thursday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville.

Charles W. Morrow, 68 DUBACH — Charles Wayne Morrow, a retired oilfield worker, died Monday. Services are 2 p.m. Thursday at Grace Bible Baptist Church, Ruston. Visitation is 5-7 p.m. Wednesday at the church. Burial will be in Henry Cemetery under the direction of Owens Memorial Chapel Funeral Home, Ruston.

Carl L. Richardson Jr., 66 WINNSBORO — Carl Lamar Richardson Jr., a retired teacher, died Thursday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at River of Life. Visitation is 11 a.m. until 5 p.m. Friday at Richardson Funeral Home and 6-8 p.m. Friday at Winnsboro Second Baptist Church. Burial will be in New Boggy Cemetery, Bethany.

Patricia Riley, 82 Patricia Riley of Monroe, a homemaker, died Tuesday. Services are 10 a.m. Thursday at Jesus the Good Shepherd Catholic Church. Visitation is 9 a.m. Thursday until service time at the church. Burial will be in St. Matthew Catholic Church Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Monroe.

Hazel T. Roberts, 94 FARMERVILLE — Hazel Turnage Roberts, a homemaker, died Sunday. Services are 10 a.m. Wednesday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery, Monroe.

Jessie L. Ross, 92 PIONEER — Jessie Lucille McElroy Ross, a retired principal, died Sunday. Services are 11 a.m. Wednesday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Monroe. Visitation is 10 a.m. Wednesday until service time at the funeral home. Burial will be in New Forest Cemetery.

KarLynn L. Sanders, 55 BASTROP — KarLynn Lindeman Sanders, a bookkeeper, died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Cox Funeral Home.

Catherine E. Simmons, 55 AUSTELL, Ga. — Catherine Evans Simmons, formerly of Monroe, a medical records clerk, died Dec. 21. Memorial services are 1 p.m. Saturday at Parkview Drive Church of Christ, Monroe. Arrangements are under the direction of Hanley-Shelton Funeral Home, Marietta, Ga.

Kathryn P. Steele, 91 Kathryn Phillips Steele of West Monroe, a homemaker, died Tuesday. Memorial services will be held at a later date under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Virginia Taylor, 95 FARMERVILLE — Virginia Taylor, a homemaker, died Tuesday. Services are 11 a.m. Friday at Salem Baptist Church. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Thursday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home. Burial will be in Liberty Hill Taylor Cemetery.

Alex Wilson, 84 HALL SUMMIT — Alex Wilson, a laborer, died Sunday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at New Light Missionary Baptist Church. Visitation is 6-8 p.m. Friday at Miller Pioneer Funeral Home, Minden. Burial will be in St. Mark Cemetery.

Joseph Worthy Jr., 63 RAYVILLE — Joseph Worthy Jr. died Friday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED Bond, Herman "Culley": 10 a.m. Thursday, Edmonds Funeral Home, Jonesboro. Crowell, Irvin Rogers: 10 a.m. Wednesday, Luna Assembly of God. Hart, Bobby Ray: 10 a.m. Wednesday, Sardis Baptist Church. Hartwell, Alan Bert: 10 a.m. Thursday, Fellowship Baptist Church, Dubach. Jones, Thomas M.: 2 p.m. Wednesday, Richland United Pentecostal Church, Holly Ridge. McFarland, Marsha F.: 7 p.m. Thursday, Griffin Funeral Home, West Monroe. McVicker, Patty: 2 p.m. Wednesday, Farrar Funeral Home, Farmerville. Moseley, Yvonne McMurry: 10 a.m. Wednesday, Rocky Branch Church of Christ. Wall, Larry D.: 2 p.m. Wednesday, New Life Wesleyan Church, West Monroe.

Jan 17, 2013 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

William Lee Carbrey, Sr. A service of celebration for the life of Mr. William Lee Carbrey, 89, will be at 10:30 AM Saturday, January 19, 2013, at First Presbyterian Church, Monroe, LA, with Dr. Allison Moody officiating. Interment will be by family ceremony at the Columbarium in the Memorial Garden of First Presbyterian Church, and visitation with the family will follow the service. Mr. Carbrey was born August 17, 1923, in Columbia, Mississippi, and passed away January 3, 2013, in Georgetown, Texas. After his graduation with a degree in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Michigan in 1948, Mr. Carbrey moved to Monroe, Louisiana, to begin work with Ford, Bacon & Davis Construction Company. He later became employed with Columbian Carbon Company, where he worked as Chief Engineer until his retirement. Mr. Carbrey loved traveling with his family and shared many wonderful trips with his wife Alice, his daughter, and his granddaughters. He also was an avid golfer and he enjoyed both woodworking and swimming. He was preceded in death by his wife, Alice Brauer Carbrey; brothers, Russell Carbrey and Austin Carbrey; and sister, Lula Rusling. Mr. Carbrey is survived by his son, William Lee Carbrey, Jr. and wife, Marguerite, of Slidell, LA; daughter, Elizabeth Carbrey Weaver and husband, Ron, of Georgetown, TX; granddaughters, Caitlin Elizabeth Campbell and husband, Bobby, of West Monroe; Kristin Carbrey of Jackson, MS; Caroline Carbrey of Slidell, LA; Erin Weaver of Bryan, TX; and Anna Weaver of Georgetown, TX. The family requests that, in lieu of flowers, donations be made to the Genealogy Room of the Ouachita Parish Library or to First Presbyterian Church of Monroe. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on January 17, 2013

Deborah Ann Chelette Deborah Ann Chelette of Raleigh and Durham, North Carolina died Thursday, January 10, 2013 in Durham, North Carolina. Funeral services will be held at 1:00 p.m., Thursday, January 17, 2013 at Crossroads Fellowship Church, Raleigh, NC Family visitation was held at Hall-Wynne Funeral Home Wednesday evening. Mrs. Chelette was born February 19, 1948 in Monroe, La. She graduated from Neville High School and attended Centenary College in Shreveport, La. but home had been 40+ years in Durham and Raleigh, North Carolina. She was a Certified Public Accountant, and was the Senior Business Services Manager with the Durham Police Department, having been there since 2002. Prior to that she had been the Senior Accountant, Financial Department with the City of Durham. and the Accountant for Endowments at North Carolina Central University. She was a 1993 graduate in Business Administration with concentration in Accounting, Summa Cum Laude. She was an articulate and tireless worker and a professional visionary who led, encouraged and possessed a high level of integrity in all areas of her work. The loves of her life were without a doubt her two daughters, son-in-law and four granddaughters, Jennifer and Darren Maness of Raleigh, NC(Sarah and Kate) and Lauren Gordon of Winter Garden, Florida (Natalie and Caroline) and her beloved sister, Carol Wroten of Houston, Texas. Other survivors include Ashley and Doug Naylor (Grace, Isabelle, Isaiah) of Friendswood, Texas and Evans and Melissa Wroten of Winston Salem, North Carolina, E.J. and Laurie (Slakter) Ratcliff (Lauren and Lindsay Abshier) of Monroe, LA, Tommy and Lisa (Slakter) Bernard (Hannah and Lexie Jones) of Nashville, TN, and Mickey and Becky DuBos (Shelby and Ben) of West Monroe, La. Her loving extended family were her co-workers at the Durham Police Department in Durham, North Carolina, who she thought the world of. Her other circle of friends included members of Crossroads Fellowship Church in Raleigh where she was a member. Her leisure time was spent in nature, as an avid gardner and bird watcher, anything in the outdoors as well as traveling was high on her interest list, as well as her love of her precious Dachshund, Hannah. Mrs. Chelette was preceeded in death by her parents Betty (Evans) and Carl Slakter, brothers Danny (Slakter) DuBos and Alan Slakter. Hall-Wynne Funeral Home, Durham, NC Published in The News Star on January 17, 2013

Fay Futch Funeral services for Mrs. Fay Futch, 99, of Farmerville, will be 10:00am, Saturday, January 19, 2013 at First Baptist Church, Farmerville with Bro. Kurt Auger officiating. Burial will follow in the Farmerville City Cemetery. Arrangements are under the direction of Farrar Funeral Home, Farmerville. Mrs. Futch died Monday, January 14th. She was a lifelong educator, spending over 42 years in the Union Parish Schools. Mrs. Futch began her career in 1932, retiring in 1973 as Supervisor of Instruction. She was an active member of First Baptist Church, Farmerville, a Sunday School teacher for over 50 years, an avid quilter, and world traveler. She was preceded in death by her parents, John William & Ittie Brantley; husband, William Allen Futch; son, Dr. Marion Brantley Futch; 1 brother, Bryan John Brantley, and an infant sister. Left to cherish her memory is her sister, Yvonne Turnage & husband, Charles; 3 grandchildren: Kelly Futch Starr & husband, Joel; Kerry Futch Courtney & husband, Chad; Thomas Allen Futch, Sr. & wife, Kate; 8 great grandchildren: Joseph, Katherine, Megan & Lauren Starr; Thomas Courtney; Josephine, Sarah & Allen Futch; 1 niece: Gloria Sturrock; 2 nephews: John Brantley and Charles K. Turnage, as well as many friends. Pallbearers are John Drue Taylor, Don Wilkes, Donnie Gates, Joseph Starr, Charles K. Turnage, and Chad Courtney. Honorary pallbearers are L.E. Pardue, Chiles Carpenter, Clyde Brashier, John Green, and Zeke Tettleton. Visitation is from 4:00-6:00pm Friday at Farrar Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the First Baptist Church, Farmerville or to the Union Parish Council on Aging. The family would like to thank the Arbor Rose staff and countless others who cared for Mrs. Futch. Online messages for the family may be left at farrarfh.com. Farrar Funeral Home Farmerville, LA Published in The News Star on January 17, 2013

Charles E. "Jack" Hilburn Funeral services for Charles E. "Jack" Hilburn, 72 of West Monroe will be held at 2:00 pm, Friday, January 18, 2013 at Jackson Street Church of Christ. Bro. Don Delukie and Bro. Terry Ware will be officiating. Interment will follow at Roselawn Memorial Gardens under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe. Mr. Hilburn was born February 7, 1940 in Forrest, LA and passed away January 15, 2013 in West Monroe. He was a member of Jackson Street Church of Christ and served in the United States Air Force. Mr. Hilburn was a sales representative with American Greetings, Kraft and Nabisco. He was preceded in death by his parents, L.A. and Gladys Hilburn. Mr. Hilburn is survived by his wife Faye Hutson Hilburn; daughter, Kimberly Neeley; sons,Tracy Hilburn and wife Judy, Chris Hilburn and wife Deidre; grandchildren; Matthew and Amber Hilburn, Justin McMillan, Hutson and Evie Hilburn; numerous cousins. Pallbearers will be Bob Buchanan, Norman Bennett, Raymond Lewellyan, Ron Rollen, Matthew Hilburn and Justin McMillan. Visitation will be held Thursday, January 17, 2013 from 5:00 pm until 8:00 pm at Jackson Street Church of Christ. online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com Published in The News Star on January 17, 2013

Ruth Thacker Masters Funeral services for Ruth Thacker Masters of West Monroe, LA will be held at 10:00 a.m., Friday, January 18, 2013 at Christian Life Church, Monroe, LA with Rev. Danny Chance, Rev. G.E. Chance, Rev. Brandon Cox and Rev. Jimmy Masters, officiating. Interment follows at Harris Chapel Cemetery in Olla, LA under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe. Mrs. Masters was born May 22, 1931 and passed away January 16, 2013. Since 1969, Mrs. Masters has been a faithful member of Christian Life Church of Monroe, LA (formerly First United Pentecostal Church). As a Sunday school teacher of toddlers for 25 years, she became a true reflection of the scripture in Proverbs that says, "her children arise up and call her blessed." Her deep love for the Word of God and the house of the Lord was deeply woven into the fiber of her being. Strong and honorable, her godly example filtered into the lives of many as she served the Lord with gladness. Her life was built upon Jesus Christ, and she will be remembered as "the ornament of a meek and quiet spirit, which is in the sight of God, of great price." She was preceded in death by her husband, Burl E. Masters; son, Cecil Masters; and parents, Essic and Maggie Thacker. Mrs. Masters is survived by her sons, James Masters and his wife, Debbie, Jesse Masters and his wife, Rene, Gary Masters and his wife, Kim; daughter, Barbara Cox and her husband, Clifton; daughter-in-law, Judy Masters; sisters, Helen Johnson and Genater Prince; grandchildren, Sherry Davis, Richie Davis, Melissa Frith, Donald Davis, Jamie Masters, Beth Brandon, Brad Masters, Rebecca Masters, David Masters, Eric Masters, Ashley Plunk, Brandon Cox, Misti Daniels, Summer Powell, Burl Masters, Sabre' Masters and Hayley Masters; 28 great-grandchildren; numerous nieces and nephews and a host of friends and wonderful church family. Pallbearers will be her grandsons, Richie Davis, Eric Masters, Brandon Cox, Brad Masters,David Masters and Burl Masters. Visitation is Thursday, January 17, 2013 at Christian Life Church from 5:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com. Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on January 17, 2013

Marsha F. McFarland Memorial services for Mrs. Marsha F. McFarland, 66, will be 7pm Thursday January 17, 2013 at the chapel of Griffin Funeral Home with Father Walton Jones as celebrant. Mrs. McFarland was born in Memphis, Tennessee on February 11, 1946 and passed from this life on Saturday January 12, 2013 at Glenwood Regional Medical Center after an extended illness. Mrs. McFarland was a resident of Start, a member of the Baptist Faith; she enjoyed crafts, making floral arrangements and making decorate cakes; and had a passion for garage sales. She is preceded in death by a son Joseph Derrick McFarland. Survivors include her husband Richard McFarland; son Anthony Justin McFarland and wife Chassity; daughter-in-law Nancy McFarland; a sister Donna Krammer and husband Bill;nephew, Blayne Chipman and family. sister-in-law Mary Milligan. Friends may call for visitation on Thursday after 5:00pm until time of service. Memorials preferred to Saint Jude Children's Hospital or American Cancer Society . Online guest book at www.griffinfuneralhome.net Griffin Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on January 17, 2013

Anna Ruth (White) Pitman 1931 - 2013 Who can find a virtuous woman? For her price is far above rubies. The heart of her husband doth safely trust in her, so that he shall have no need of spoil.She will do him good and not evil all the days of her life. Proverbs 31: 10 -12 (KJV) Anna Ruth (White) Pitman went home to be with her Lord on Tuesday January 15, 2013; at the Haven Nursing Center in Columbia. She was born on August 13,1931 at Fondale, LA to her parents ,William Ruffin White and Louise Ratcliff White. In her lifetime, Ruth served her community through her work at the Haven Nursing Center in Columbia, where she was an Admissions Manager, and also in the work of her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ; at her church, Rosefield Baptist Church, Rosefield, LA. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Elton Lee Pitman, her parents, and her daughter, Ruth Ann Carter; and her brothers, Bill White and Charles White. Ruth was loved by everyone who knew her, and will be greatly missed. Left to cherish her memory, her daughters, Linda McGee and husband Mike of West Monroe, LA and Sharon Roberts of Cabot, AR; her sister Donna Gregory of Bonham, TX; six grandchildren, twelve great-grandchildren, and one great-great-grandchild. Honored to be serving as pallbearers will be Mike McCartney, Scott Winn , Dustin Craighead, Aaron Schmidt, Lee Gregory, and Chris Barnhill. Honorary pallbearers include G.L. Cruse, Mike McGee and her grandsons. Funeral services will be held 1:00 PM Friday, January 18, 2013 from the Columbia chapel of Riser Funeral Home, with the Rev. David McGuffee and Bro. Stacy Pitman officiating. The family will receive friends on Thursday, January 17, at the Riser Funeral Home in Columbia, from 4:30 pm until 8:00pm . Online registry/ condolences: riserfuneralhomes.com Published in The News Star on January 17, 2013

Patricia F. Riley Patricia F. Riley was born September 15, 1930 in Jena, LA and passed away January 15, 2013. Funeral services will be held at 10:00 AM Thursday, January 17, 2013, at Jesus the Good Shepherd Catholic Church with Rev. David Richter officiating. Visitation will be Thursday from 9:00 AM until service time at the church. Burial will be in St. Matthew Catholic Church Cemetery, under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Mrs. Riley was preceded in death by her husband, William Joseph Riley, Jr.; and her parents, Dr. and Mrs. Paul E. Finley. She is survived by her children: son, William Joseph Riley, III, his spouse Mary Jane, their daughters, Megan Mary and Erin Elizabeth; son, Dr. Paul Coleman Riley, his spouse Candace, their sons, Paul Coleman Riley, Jr. and Ryan Patrick; and daughter, Mary Patricia Riley. Mrs. Riley attended Louisiana State University, where she was a member of Kappa Delta Sorority. She was a former member of the Junior League of Monroe, the Monroe Garden Club, and a current member of the Bayou DeSiard County Club. Her most poignant membership was that of her beloved "Bridge Club", with whom she played bridge with for over 50 years. She will always be remembered for her love of the LSU Fighting Tigers football team. Pallbearers for Thursday's rite of Christian burial will be Ryan Patrick Riley, Ken Breard, Judge Milton Moore, Fredrick Fudickar, Lyle Miller, and Tom Hayes. In lieu of flowers, the family wishes that donations be made to the charity of your choice . Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on January 17, 2013

Virginia Taylor Funeral services for Eunice Virginia Taylor, 95, of Farmerville, LA, will be held Friday, January 18, 2013 at 11:00 A.M. at Salem Baptist Church in Farmerville. Officiating will be Rev. Michael Morris and Rev. Aleck Nyegaard. Interment will follow in Liberty Hill Taylor Cemetery in Farmerville, LA under direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home of Farmerville. She was born on March 4, 1917 in Union Parish, LA; and passed away on January 15, 2013 in Union Parish, LA. She was a long time member of Salem Baptist Church where she taught Sunday school class for many years. She was also an avid quilter and her real love was spending time with her family. She was preceded in death by her parents: Les and Hazel Aulds; husband, Prentice Taylor; son, Jord Gray Taylor; and three brothers. Survivors include her four children: Gulley Taylor (Anna Ruth) of Patterson, LA; Hope Alford (Wayne) of Farmerville, LA; Nelwyn Morris (Michael) of Baton Rouge, LA; Jenny Griffin (Edward) of Shreveport, LA; one brother, Ed Aulds (Jean) of West Monroe, LA; nine grandchildren, twelve great-grandchildren, and numerous nieces and nephews. Pallbearers will be Alan Taylor, Dean Taylor, Brad Taylor, Ryan Taylor, Al Roberts, Prentice Griffin. Visitation will be held on Thursday, January 17, 2013 from 5:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M. at Kilpatrick Funeral Home in Farmerville. The family would like to express their special thanks to the staff of Arbor Lake and Union General Hospital for the care given to Mrs. Taylor. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com. Kilpatrick Funeral Home Farmerville, LA. Published in The News Star on January 17, 2013

Jan 18, 2013 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

Brenda James Chatham Funeral services for Brenda James Chatham, 65 of Jonesboro, LA will be held at 2:00 pm, Saturday, January 19, 2013 in the chapel of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe. Bro. Herman Lenard and Rev. Ruby Dulaney will be officiating. Interment will follow at Sardis Cemetery, Luna, LA under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe. Mrs. Chatham was born November 25, 1947 in Winnfield, LA and passed away January 17, 2013 in Monroe. LA. She loved Jesus, her family, flowers and especially her grandchildren. Mrs. Chatham is survived by her husband of 26 years Richard Chatham; children, Richie, Brian and wife Tina, Seth and wife Erica and Jeannie; grandchildren; Hunter, Kelsey, Cody, Taylor, Landin and Hailey and James Ryder soon to be born; brother, Ricky James, Darlene Searcy and husband James; special sister-in-law, Peggy Eskanazy and husband Robert. Pallbearers will be Richie Chatham, Brian Chatham, Jesse McGee, Eugene Allen, Sean Cooper and Tony Jacobs. Honorary pallbearers will be Doug Pardue, Ronnie Brazell, Jateen Lenard, Penny Miller, Hunter Chatham, Cody Chatham, Tony Jacobs, James Searcy, Gary Chatham and Bob Eskanazy. Visitation will be held Friday from 5:00 pm until 8:00 pm at Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe. online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on January 18, 2013

Shirley Wooten Connell Services for Shirley Wooten Connell, 83 of Bastrop, LA formerly of Clayton, LA will be held 2:00 PM Saturday, January 19, 2013 in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home-Rayville with William Waller and Kerry Wooten officiating. Interment will follow in the Rayville Masonic Cemetery in Rayville, LA. Mrs. Connell was born September 11, 1929 in Forest, MS and passed from this life on January 17, 2013 in Bastrop, LA. She is preceded in death by her parents-James Hill and Essie Greer Boyter, Lorin Boyter, Helen Hill, Roland Boyter, Ruth Corley, Bob Boyter, stepsons-Robert Wooten and Terry Wooten. She is survived by three sons-Ronnie Martin and wife Sylvia of Vidalia, LA, Ralph Martin, Jr., of Vidalia, LA Dale Martin and wife Tam of Rayville, LA; a daughter-Liz Martin Anderson of Bastrop, LA; a step daughter-Debbie Wells and husband James of Price, Utah; a brother-Roy Boyter of Shreveport, LA; numerous grandchildren and great grandchildren and nieces and nephews. Pallbearers will be Bobby Boyter, Shane Martin, Will Martin, Curtis Martin, Currie Connell, and Zachery Connell. Honorary pallbearers will be Jeff Connell and Eric Newmun. Online registry/condolences can be made at www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home Rayville, LA Published in The News Star on January 19, 2013

Barbara Frear Copeland Funeral services for Barbara Frear Copeland, 81, of Monroe, will be held at 3:00 PM Saturday, January 19, 2013, in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe, with Rev. Joe Solomon and Rev. Betty Swanson officiating. Interment will follow at Mulhearn Memorial Park Mausoleum. Mrs. Copeland passed away Wednesday, January 16, 2013, at Azalea Estates. She was a member of Lea Joyner Memorial United Methodist Church. Mrs. Copeland was preceded in death by her husband, Denver Copeland; and parents Donald and Helen Frear. Survivors include her sons and daughters-in-law, Mike and Lynn Copeland, and Lonnie and Wanda Copeland; daughter and son-in-law, Sherry and Kelly Vining; brothers, Donald L Frear and Harold D. Frear; grandchildren, Seth and Kelli Copeland, Chad and Lindsey Copeland, Chris and Melissa Copeland, Lonnie, Jr. and Tessa Copeland, Andrew Copeland, Jeremy Copeland, Barbara and David Hughes, and Amanda Vining; great grandchildren, Katie, Caden, Parker, Cody, Brody, Layne, Carson, and Carter Copeland and Harrison Hughes; and a number of nieces and nephews. Pallbearers will be her grandsons. Visitation will be Saturday from 1:00 PM until service time at the funeral home. The family wishes to extend their thanks to all her caregivers, St. Joseph Hospice, Medtemps, the staff of Azalea Estates, and most especially Ms. Wanda Sicard. Memorials may be made to Lea Joyner Memorial United Methodist Church. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on January 18, 2013

Ida Rose Terrell Eubanks Funeral services for Mrs. Ida Rose Terrell Eubanks, age 83, are scheduled for 3:00 p.m. Friday, January 18, 2013 at the chapel of Golden Funeral Home with Rev. William Fowler officiating. Interment will follow in Christ Church Cemetery. Visitation will be held Thursday from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. at Golden Funeral Home. Mrs. Eubanks, a resident of Bastrop, passed away Tuesday, January 15, 2013. She was a homemaker and a member of Cherry Ridge Baptist Church. She is preceded in death by her husband, Harold Glen Eubanks; parents, W.T. Terrell and Edith Terrell; son, William Glen Eubanks; two sisters, Juanita Fisher, Billie Gee; and two brothers, Bill Terrell and Butch Terrell. Mrs. Eubanks is survived by three daughters, Rosie Lockwood and husband Mike of Fairhope, AL, Nancy Fowler and husband Sherieal of Bastrop, LA, Linda Wells and husband Stephen of Brandon, MS; sister, Irma Cox and husband Ken of Alexandria, LA; two brothers, Harry Terrell and wife Melvalyn of Pollock, LA, Jimmy Terrell and wife Mary Emily of Lake City, FL; two grandchildren, Chris Robinson and wife Judy of Madison, AL, Dana Harrison and husband Brad of Milton, FL and numerous nieces and nephews. Serving as pallbearers will be Jim Wilson, Eddie Fair, Floyd Tubbs, Truman Hough, Jack McCormick, and Lynn Sanders. The family of Mrs. Eubanks would like to extend special thanks to Dr. Carter Cox, the staff of Cherry Ridge Guest Care, and the staff of Morehouse General Hospital. Golden Funeral Home Bastrop, LA Published in The News Star on January 18, 2013

Paul Rayford Hemphill Funeral services for Paul Rayford Hemphill, 75, of Monroe, will be held at 2:00 PM Saturday, January 19, 2013, at New Light Baptist Church, Prairie Road, Monroe with Rev. Lindle Stewart and Rev. Bill Robertson officiating. Special Music will be performed by his niece, Miranda Wheeler. Interment will follow in the Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Mr. Hemphill was born to the union of George and Rhoda McEwen Hemphill of Oak Grove, LA. He passed away with his family at his side on January 16, 2013. Mr. Hemphill was preceded in death by his parents; brother, James R. Hemphill; sisters, Dora Lee Hemphill, and Bertie Lee Hemphill Bonner; and son, Dennis Owen Hemphill. Mr. Hemphill was a car salesman and loved what he did. He started selling cars in 1964 for others and then in 1977 to present, he opened and owned his own business, Paul's Auto Sales and will continue to be ran by his son, Chris Hemphill. He leaves behind a family who he loved and cherished, wife of 42 years, Peggy Ezell Hemphill; sons, Michael Hemphill and wife Nancy, Steven Hemphill and wife Stella, Chris Hemphill and wife Monica; daughter, Kim Walker Price and husband Eric; grandchildren, Peyton Hemphill, Spencer Hemphill, Erica Price Hales and husband Frank, Kaitlyn Price, Tiffany Hemphill, Tyler Hemphill, and Josie Hemphill; and a host of nieces and nephews. Pallbearers will be Jeff Hemphill, Damon Hemphill, Gary Hemphill, Jimmy Holley, Mark Coleman, Billy Helms, Walter Stapleton, and Brent Halley. Honorary pallbearers will be Peyton Hemphill, Spencer Hemphill, Tyler Hemphill, Frank Hales, and Ronnie Hemphill. Visitation will be Friday from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the New Light Baptist Church Building Fund or St. Jude Children's Research Hospital . Our father will be greatly missed - We Love You Daddy. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on January 18, 2013

James L. Jones, Jr. (Jimmy) Memorial Services for James L. [Jimmy] Jones, Jr., will be at Monroe's First Presbyterian Church, Saturday, Jan. 19, 2013, at 2:00 p.m. with Sen. Robert W. Kostelka and Rev. Dr. Allison F. Moody officiating. Mr. Jones donated his body to LSU Medical Science. Memorials may be given in his honor to Monroe's First Presbyterian Church's Women of The Church or a charity of ones' choice. Honorary Pallbearers will be Wade Baggett, Daniel Bratton, David Carlson, Dr. John Cooksey, Scott Greenwood, Harvey Gregg, Ben Harrison, H. E. Hodges, Jim Huggins, Landon Miles, Mitchell Miletello, Tommy Ormand, Curtis Reeves, Frank Spooner, Dr. Dean Stockstill, Sen. Mike Walsworth, Clyde White and Tommy Winkler. Mr. Jones is survived by his wife of 50 years, Greta Waller Jones, sons: R. Kevin Jones (Judith), Bastrop, R. Eric Jones (Laurie), Melbourne, Fla., daughter: F. Kay Jones King (Tim), McKinney, Tx., daughter-in-law Eva Jones, Bastrop. Grandchildren: Jay M. Jason Jones (Elaine), Katy, Tx., Amy L. E. Jones, Springfield, Mass., Ashlee H. King, McKinney, TX., Amanda Jones Elias (Jason), Calhoun, Clinton James Jones and Shelby Elizabeth Jones, Melbourne, Fla. Great grandchildren: Liam, Jack, Matilda, Matthew James, Max Jones and Kate Elias [due in Feb.], Sisters-in-Law: Gerry N. Peddy (Wayne), Mrs. W. T. Jones, Brothers-in-law - H. E. 'Gene' Hodges and Rusty Norman [Robin]. Nieces and nephews: Cynthia Statham [C.W.], Patricia Lyman, Kerry Darnell [Stan], Jill Karr, Jan Pitzer [Darryl]; Duke Hart, Jr. [Shirley], W. 'Bill' Jones [Kathy], Jerry Ferguson [Janice], Ben Ferguson [Ginger], Bob Ferguson [Libby], Lee Hodges [Donna] and numerous great nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his beloved first wife Dorothy Hodges Jones, his eldest son James H. [Bud] Jones, parents James L. and Florence H. Jones, sisters: Mary Elizabeth Hart and Lucy Ferguson and brother W. T. [Billy] Jones, II as well as many other family members and special friends. A native of Cleveland, Miss., Jimmy was an Honor Graduate of Neville High School's Class of 1936, a Bish Mathis Institute graduate, and a ULM alumna. He retired in July, 1985 after 43 years of loyal service to CSC/IMC Corp., Sterlington. At retirement, he was a Divisional Director of Administration and Controller. Jimmy became a faithful member of Monroe's First Presbyterian Church in 1941 where he served as Ruling Elder, Deacon, President of Stubbs - Millsaps Sunday School Class, Adult and Pre-School Sunday School teacher and served on many committees. He was a Charter Member, Past President and Show Chairman of the NE La. Camellia Society. He was also a member of Boy Scout's Order of the Arrow and First Presbyterian Church's Scout Troop leader. He was instrumental in the building of the Church's Scout Hut. Jimmy was a 50 + yr. member of Western Star Masonic Lodge #24. He was a WWII Veteran where he served in the US Army Medical Corps. He was a 20 + yr. member of American Legion Post 13. Mr. Jones held membership in the La. Chemical Assoc. and in 2008, Gov. Jindal appointed him to La's. Advisory Council on Veterans Affairs. His political activities included, but were not limited to, being a delegate to several La. Rep. Conventions, a Sergeant-at-Arms for Security at the 1984 Republican Nat. Convention. He was a staunch supporter of the La. Fed. of Republican Women and Ouachita Parish Women's Republican Club. Jimmy was known as a loyal, faithful friend, loving husband, caring father, grandfather, great grandfather and uncle. Family was most important to him. Children sensed his special love for them. He enjoyed many hobbies and interests including music, the English language, gardening, golf, woodworking, travel-trailering, cooking and fishing. His favorite hymn was "Amazing Grace" and his favorite authors were Tennyson and Kipling. Jimmy was a friend to many, always willing to give encouragement and aid to all. He sought to see the good in all and expected others to do the same. In lieu of flowers memorials may be given in his honor to Monroe's First Presbyterian Church's Women of The Church or a charity of ones' choice. Published in The News Star on January 18, 2013

Anthony Lasuzzo A Funeral Mass for Mr. Tony Lasuzzo, 94, of Monroe, will be celebrated at 11:30 AM, Saturday, January 19, 2013, at Jesus the Good Shepherd Catholic Church with Father Matthew Long and Rev. David Richter officiating. Interment will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Monroe. Tony Lasuzzo was born in Monroe, LA, on October 6, 1918 and died on January 17, 2013, at the age of 94. A lifetime resident of Monroe, Tony Lasuzzo was a member of Jesus the Good Shepherd Catholic Church. He was preceded in his death by his wife, Marie Zagone Lasuzzo; his parents, Sam Lasuzzo, Sr. and Mary Farace Lasuzzo; sisters, Mary Scalia, Anna Colichia, Sara Sparacino, Rose Gaskins, Grace Peters, Gussie Schott and Josephine Cascio; and brothers, Joe Lasuzzo, Charlie Lasuzzo, Sam Lasuzzo, and Camille Lasuzzo. Survivors include his children: Marianne Comegys and husband Stafford of Shreveport, LA; Anthony (Skeeter) Lasuzzo and wife Marolyn of Pottsboro, TX; Brenda George of Monroe, LA; and Michael Lasuzzo and wife Rita of Waxahachie, TX. Grandchildren are Kristi Lasuzzo, Blake Lasuzzo and wife Lily, Jamie Cook, Tracee Lasuzzo, Michael Lasuzzo II and fiancée Rebeca and Matt Lasuzzo. Great grandchildren are Trey Cook, Trent Cook, Bella Lamay and Michael Lasuzzo III. A World War II veteran, Tony served with the 547th Army Medical Detachment stationed in Germany, France, Belgium, Holland and England. He was assigned to the 95th Infantry - Anti Aircraft Medial Detachment. Living a full and successful life, Tony married Marie Zagone in 1948 and in 1953 decided to go into business with his brother Sam and opened a service station on Forsythe Avenue. Initially, the station was Sam and Tony's Esso, but later became Sam and Tony's Forsythe Phillips 66 Service Station. For the next 38 years, the two brothers welcomed customers with their sign, "Welcome to a REAL service station." The sign gave a true picture of their commitment to their customers and mirrored their service to the community. Tony Lasuzzo loved and adored his family and cherished his many friendships by living his life to the fullest. Since 1984, he was seen walking each morning in his neighborhood three miles a day rain or shine. Demonstrating true neighborly spirit, he made a point of speaking to everyone along the way, and always took time to place newspapers at the front doorstep of many. Having graduated from Neville High School in 1937, Tony was an enthusiastic fan of the Neville Tigers. In fact, for the past 37 years, you would find Tony and Marie in their seats at the top of the stadium. He missed very few games. His commitment to the Neville football team was displayed in his service station. He had posters from 1976 through 1990 with the scores of each game for those football seasons. A true part of Neville football history. Through the passage of time, Sam and Tony welcomed many generations of Neville High School students to their station. Each generation shared with Tony the Neville pride and Neville spirit. Tony hand many interests and hobbies, but the one thing he took special pride in, was his yard. It was evident because there were always flowers blooming, freshly cut grass and manicured hedges and bushes. In addition to working in his yard, he enjoyed dove and squirrel hunting. Many wonderful family memories involve dove hunts in the Monroe area. In his later years, he always looked forward to the Dix Johnson rabbit hunts. Pallbearers will be Skip Bell, Frank Nettles, Dix Johnston, Phil McCrary, Cary Zeagler, Michael Reichardt and Brian Campbell. Visitation will be from 4:00 PM until 7:00 PM Friday, January 18, 2013 at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road. The family wishes to express a heartfelt thank you to each of the healthcare professionals and caregivers who were a part of Dad's life, especially in the later years. You touched his heart and ours as you provided him dedicated care, true kindness, and friendship. Donations can be made to St. Vincent De Paul Community Pharmacy, 502 Grammont Street, Monroe, LA 71201-7515 or the charity of your choice . Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on January 18, 201

Mickey Rawls Visitation for Ms. Mickey Rawls, age 68, of Monroe, LA are scheduled for 11:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m., Saturday, January 19, 2013, at Golden Funeral Home. A private graveside service will be held 2:00 p.m. Saturday at Oak Ridge Baptist Cemetery. Ms. Rawls passed away peacefully after a lengthy illness on January 16, 2013. She is survived by her life partner, Von Perkins; daughter, Claire Rawls; grandchildren, Annabeth, Jack, Emily, Gretchen, Victoria, Erica, Jessica, and Brianne; brother and sister-in-law, Fred and Pat Fezatte; plus many other loving friends and family from around the country. Mickey who attended Louisiana Tech University was well known in the Northeast Louisiana area. She was involved in marketing for the City of Monroe, KARD, KTVE, and was Resource Coordinator for Lifeshare Blood Center. Memorial contributions may be made to Shriners Hospital or St. Jude's Hospital. Golden Funeral Home Bastrop, LA Published in The News Star on January 18, 2013

Jan 19 , 2013 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

Cynthia Marie Byrd Graveside services for Mrs. Cynthia Marie Byrd, 54, will be 1pm Saturday January 19, 2013 at Roselawn Memorial Cemetery under the direction of Griffin Funeral Home West Monroe. Mrs. Byrd was born on December 12, 1958 in Centerville, MS and reached the end of life's journey on Wednesday January 16, 2013 at Saint Francis Medical Center after a sudden illness. She was a resident of Monroe, and spent her childhood in Saint Francisville. Cynthia was a homemaker and enjoyed cooking, gardening, and had a passion for dancing. Cynthia is preceded in death by her parents Robert and Momina Hair and her sister Evelyn Hair. She is survived by her daughters Amity Bass and Kelsey Byrd; her granddaughter Ainsley Keiffer and her brother Robert Hair Jr. Online guest book at www.griffinfuneralhome.net Griffin Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on January 19, 2013

Shirley Wooten Connell Services for Shirley Wooten Connell, 83 of Bastrop, LA formerly of Clayton, LA will be held 2:00 PM Saturday, January 19, 2013 in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home-Rayville with William Waller and Kerry Wooten officiating. Interment will follow in the Rayville Masonic Cemetery in Rayville, LA. Mrs. Connell was born September 11, 1929 in Forest, MS and passed from this life on January 17, 2013 in Bastrop, LA. She is preceded in death by her parents-James Hill and Essie Greer Boyter, Lorin Boyter, Helen Hill, Roland Boyter, Ruth Corley, Bob Boyter, stepsons-Robert Wooten and Terry Wooten. She is survived by three sons-Ronnie Martin and wife Sylvia of Vidalia, LA, Ralph Martin, Jr., of Vidalia, LA Dale Martin and wife Tam of Rayville, LA; a daughter-Liz Martin Anderson of Bastrop, LA; a step daughter-Debbie Wells and husband James of Price, Utah; a brother-Roy Boyter of Shreveport, LA; numerous grandchildren and great grandchildren and nieces and nephews. Pallbearers will be Bobby Boyter, Shane Martin, Will Martin, Curtis Martin, Currie Connell, and Zachery Connell. Honorary pallbearers will be Jeff Connell and Eric Newmun. Online registry/condolences can be made at www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home Rayville, LA Published in The News Star on January 19, 2013

Donnie Ray Hall (Booger Red) Booger Donnie Ray Hall (Booger Red) Booger left this life for a better one on Wednesday, January 9,2013 in New Orleans, Louisiana vicinity. He was 62 and died of lung cancer. His three brothers ( Larry, Gary, and Dois) and parents, Martha and Ford Hall preceded him in death. He was very loved by his uncle Abe Hall (deceased) of Pollock, who was Fords identical twin. They raised their children together almost as brothers and sisters. Rickey Abe Hall and Barbara(Bob)Hall (First cousins) of Pollock loved him and will miss him. His surviving siblings are older brother and youngest, Jim and Mark, plus one sister Shirley Hall Jensen. He left on son ,a fourteen year old and one daughter. Booger loved his extended family "The Monroe Satan's Tramps" and after giving up his Tramp Patch, he became a member of the New Orleans Galloping Gooses Motorcycle Club in New Orleans. He was a member of the Gooses for almost 20 years. His body was cremated and his ashes will be spread near his biological brothers, Larry, Gary, and Dois Hall at a planned ceremony near where he was born and raised: Jena, Louisiana. Questions call Jim Hall at 318-992-2075. Kinner & Stevens Jena, LA Published in The News Star on January 19, 2013

Annette "Wee Wee" McGraw Annette McGraw was born on March 2, 1936 in Monroe, LA and went to be with the Lord from the comfort of her home while surrounded by her family on January 17, 2013. "Wee Wee" was a homemaker who was devoted to her family and in turn was adored by them. She enjoyed golf, tennis, travel and working in the yard. She stayed in touch with her high school friends throughout her life going on annual vacations with them. Annette is survived by her husband of 55 years James McGraw; son Mike McGraw and wife Annie; daughter Cathy Davis and husband Robert; daughter Liz Byrd and husband Daniel; grandsons Dylan Gilley, Taylor Gilley, Adam Levy, Kade Levy and Shane McGraw; brother David Jones and wife Ruth; and nephew Jeffery Jones. Funeral services for Annette, 76, of Winnsboro, LA will be held at 2:00 PM, Sunday, January 20, 2013 in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home of Winnsboro, LA. Rev. Kevin Bates and Dr. Harry Boyd will be officiating. Interment will follow at Myrtle Memorial Cemetery, Winnsboro, LA., under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home of Winnsboro. Pallbearers will be Adam Levy, Kade Levy, Dylan Gilley, Taylor Gilley, Jeffery Jones, and Gene Emfinger. Visitation will be held Saturday from 6:00 PM until 8:00 PM at Mulhearn Funeral Home Chapel in Winnsboro, LA. Online condolences may be made at www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home Winnsboro, LA Published in The News Star on January 19, 2013

Annie Earline Henderson Russell Funeral services for Annie Earline Henderson Russell 93 of West Monroe will be held at 11:00 am, Saturday, January 19, 2013 at Columbia Heights Baptist Church, Columbia, LA in Caldwell Parish. Rev. Julius Russell and Bro. Jeff Luellen will be officiating. Interment will follow at Old Bethel Cemetery Clarks, LA under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe. Mrs. Russell was born May 30, 1919 in Jonesboro, LA and passed away January 16, 2013. She was a member of the Caldwell Parish Garden Club and Columbia Heights Baptist Church. Mrs. Russell was preceded in death by a daughter, Lenora Jane Snelling and her husband Willard E. Russell. Mrs. Russell is survived by her daughters; Jeanetta Lane Oaks and husband Emerson and Linda Rae Griffin and husband Jerry; granddaughters; Penny McWilliams, Jonan Tyson and Kim Stinson; grandsons; Russell Griffin, Kevin Griffin and Jeff Snelling; 12 great-grandchildren and 6 great-great grandchildren. Pallbearers will be Kevin Griffin, Russell Griffin, Jerry Griffin, Johnny Hemphill, Glenn Henderson and Robin Tyson. Visitation will be held Saturday from 10:00 AM until service time at the church. online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on January 19, 2013

Jan 20, 2013 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

Robert Leo "Rocky" Bratton Funeral services for Robert Leo "Rocky" Bratton, 60, of Monroe, will be held at 11:00 AM Tuesday, January 22, 2013, at Jesus the Good Shepherd Catholic Church with Rev. David Richter officiating. Interment will follow at Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Mr. Bratton passed away Saturday, January 19, 2013. Rocky was a loving husband, devoted father, and great friend to all who knew him. He was a true lover of the outdoors and a jack-of-all-trades. But his greatest legacy was his children, whom he loved with all his heart. Whether it was softball, Cub Scouts, or prom decorating committee, Rocky never turned down an opportunity to be involved. Rocky always led by example with his faith, which he shared with his wife Martha by participating in several church ministries. He was led through his battle with cancer by both his faith and the tireless care of Martha, who never left his side. Survivors include his wife, Martha Coker Bratton; children, Sara Bratton Jones and husband Benjamin, Daniel Bratton, and Mary Frances Bratton; brothers, Dennis Bratton, Larry Bratton, and Benjamin Bratton; and several beloved nieces, nephews, great nieces and great nephews. Visitation will be Monday from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on January 20, 2013

Carolyn Flanagan Memorial services for Mrs. Carolyn Flanagan, 60, of Monroe will be at 6:00p.m.on January 24, 2013 at AM VETS Post 66 at 2915 Armand St. Monroe. She was past owner of Flanagan's Lounge and a retired Title Clerk. She is preceded in death by her father B. J. Saucier; sister Diane Evans, niece Alicia Evans, husbands Tom Flanagan, Charlie Wardlow and Tommy "Chops" Gentry. Survivors include; daughter Amy Hubbard; mother Wanda Saucier; cousin Chad Evans and companion B. J. Youmans; grandchildren Allison Hubbard and Kaleb McClain; devoted friend Alanna Brown and her canine companion Namron. Online guest book at www.griffinfuneralhome.net Griffin Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on January 20, 2013

J.W. Graham Funeral services for J.W. Graham, 69, of Start, LA will be 11:00 AM, Monday, January 21, 2013 at Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Rayville. Burial will follow in Start Cemetery, Start, LA. Mr. Graham was born September 19, 1943 and passed away January 19, 2013. Survivors include his wife, Juanita Graham; sons, Shelby Young Graham and Chad William Graham; grandchildren, Myranda Graham, Taylor Graham, Dylan Graham, Hunter Graham, Brittany Graham, Konnar Graham, and Abigail Graham; and numerous nieces and nephews. Visitation will be 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM, Sunday at Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Rayville. To leave condolences for the family go to brownholleyfuneralhomes.com Brown-Holley Funeral Home Rayville, LA Published in The News Star on January 20, 2013

Dorothy Mauldin Hawkins McConnell Funeral services for Dorothy Mauldin Hawkins McConnell will be held Monday, January 21, 2013 at 2:00 PM at the Rayville United Methodist Church with Rev. Darryl Tate officiating. Burial will follow in the Gwin Cemetery, Mangham, LA under the direction of Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Rayville. Mrs. McConnell was born July 23, 1922 in Oxford, Mississippi and passed away January 19, 2013. She is preceded in death by her husband, Massey Keener McConnell; infant daughter, Dorothy Keena McConnell; and infant great grandson, Patrick Vann Phillips. She is survived by a son, William Keener McConnell and wife, Millicent of Ruston; daughter, Ann McConnell Temple and husband, Pat Temple of Shreveport and daughter, Suzanne McConnell Hamm and husband, David Hamm, Sr. of Shreveport; and grandchildren, Clay Keener McConnell, Melissa McConnell Merritt, William Wesley McConnell and their spouses, Kelsey Temple Phillips, Patrick Massey Temple, Leslie Temple Horvath and their spouses, David Hamm, Jr. and spouse, Laura Elizabeth Hamm; and 8-great grandchildren. Pallbearers will be Clay McConnell, Wes McConnell, David Hamm, Jr., Patrick Temple, Chandler Phillips, Austin Merritt, and Ryan Horvath. Visitation will be held in the Fellowship Hall at the Rayville United Methodist Church Monday from 12:30 PM until 1:45 PM. Memorials may be made to the Rayville United Methodist Church, 905 Louisa St, Rayville, LA 71269. To leave condolences for the family go to brownholleyfuneralhomes.com Brown-Holley Funeral Home Rayville, LA Published in The News Star on January 20, 2013

Dorothy Mullins Pope Funeral services for Dorothy Mullins Pope, age 91 of Rayville, LA will be at 10:00 AM Tuesday, January 22, 2013 at the Rayville First Baptist Church with Dr. Eddie Wren and Rev. Joe Senn officiating. Interment will follow at Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery in Monroe under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home-Rayville. Visitation will be 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM Monday, January 21, 2013 at Mulhearn Funeral Home-Rayville. Dorothy Pope was born July 8, 1921 in Bardell, LA and passed away Thursday, January 17, 2013. She was a long time member of First Baptist Church of Rayville, the Rebekah Sunday School class and the Rayville Garden Club. Dorothy's major interests were her Baptist religious beliefs, faith through worship, prayer and reading The Holy Bible. She is preceded in death by her husband of 58 years, Jack Samuel Pope, Sr.; parents-Sam J. and Katie F Mullins; and brothers-Jack D. Mullins and Gene Tuney Mullins. She is survived by her son-Jack S. Pope, Jr.; her daughter-Dianna Pope Lolley and husband John Larry Lolley of Monroe; five grandchildren-Leah Pope Ulmer and husband Billy Ulmer of Natchez, MS, Brad Pope and wife Ashley Pope of Orange Beach, AL, Samantha Pope Fletcher and husband Joey Fletcher of West Monroe, Richard Todd Lolley and wife Michelle Lolley of West Chapel, FL, and Alana Lenore Lolley of New Orleans, LA; eleven great grandchildren-Mary Catherine and Josh Wilkerson, Maggie and Claire Ulmer of Natchez, MS, Leslie Anne and Savannah Pope and Lauren Merritt of Orange Beach, AL, Ayden Yost of West Monroe, Dylan Jack and Ember Reese Lolley of West Chapel, FL, and Joseph Briggs Fletcher of West Monroe, LA; two brothers-Thomas Mack Mullins and wife Lois Mullins of Bastrop and Bobby Gene Mullins and wife Janice Mullins of Rayville; and a number of nieces and nephews. Pallbearers will be Bobby J. Mullins, Randy Mullins, Todd Mullins, Billy Ulmer, Will Ed Jones, and Jack Green. Honorary pallbearers are Ben Mullins, Larry Mullins, Danny Scott, Jared Evans, Richard Sasser, and John David Knight. HER WISH IS, IN LIEU OF FLOWERS, THAT ALL MEMORIALS BE MADE TO THE Rayville first Baptist church, in memory of. Online registry/condolences at www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home Rayville, LA Published in The News Star on January 20, 2013

Lola Mae Shipley Funeral services for Lola Mae Shipley, 81, of Mangham, LA will be 10:00 AM, Monday, January 21, 2013 at Mangham Baptist Church, Mangham, LA with Rev. Rick Aultman officiating. Burial will follow in Lone Cherry Baptist Cemetery, Mangham, LA under the direction of Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Rayville, LA. Lola was born October 7, 1931 in Start, LA and passed away Friday, January 18, 2013 in Rayville, LA. Mrs. Shipley was a member of the Mangham Baptist Church. She was the owner of the Mangham Gin Supply and before that she worked at the Rayville Gin Supply. Lola volunteered answering phones for the Cerebral Palsy Marathon for many years. She enjoyed crocheting and working crossword puzzles. Lola is preceded in death by her husband, Lawrence Shipley, III. Survivors include her children, David Lynn Moore of West Monroe, Lester Moore and wife, Lisa of San Diego, CA, Susan Morgan and husband, Charlie of Mangham, and Melinda Brasher and husband, Chris of West Monroe; grandchildren, Brandon Moore and wife, Kelly, Deanna Taylor and husband, Bill, Brian Moore and wife, Marisa, Brady Middleton and wife, Haylee, Holly Phillip and husband, Imran, Cale Brasher, and Kelsey Brasher; 6-great grandchildren; step son, John Shipley of TX; and a host of nieces and nephews. Pallbearers are Brandon Moore, Brady Middleton, Cale Brasher, Imran Phillip, Charlie Morgan, and Chris Brasher. Visitation is 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM, Sunday at the Mangham Baptist Church. To leave condolences for the family go to brownholleyfuneralhomes.com Brown-Holley Funeral Home Rayville, LA Published in The News Star on January 20, 2013

Jan 21, 2013 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

Boyd Albritton Boyd Albritton, 101, of Farmerville, LA was born on February 16, 1911, and entered into Heavens gates on January 19, 2013. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m. Monday, January 21, 2013 at the Ward Chapel Church of Christ in Farmerville with Brother Larry White officiating. Visitation will be held from 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the church just prior to the service. Mr. Albritton was married to the late Grace Deville Albritton for 62 years. He was preceded in death by his parents-Johnny Albritton and Mattie Cole Albritton; his sons- Johnny Boyd Albritton and Donald Albritton; and his nine siblings. He is survived by his son-Billy Albritton and daughter-Boyce Ann Garrison. He is also survived by seven grandchildren: Mona Albritton, Dennis Albritton, Tim Albritton, Pamala Albritton, Linda Bunn, Michael Garrison, and Casey Craig; and ten great-grandchildren; and five great-great-grandchildren. Mr. Albritton was a life-time resident of Union Parish. He retired from Commercial Solvent in 1971 and became a Union Parish tree farmer. Mr. Albritton was an avid fisherman and hunter and loved shooting hoops. He remained an active outdoorsman all his life. He was a longtime member and deacon at Ward Chapel Church of Christ. Pallbearers will be Tim Albritton, Zach Albritton, Trent Albritton, David Albritton, Gary Albritton and Dennis Albritton. Honorary pallbearers will be Dan Albritton and Cecil Brown. Online condolence messages may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com. Kilpatrick Funeral Home Farmerville, LA. Published in The News Star on January 21, 2013

Betty L. Hammond Graveside services for Betty L. Hammond, 79, of West Monroe, LA will be held at 10:00AM Tuesday, January 22, 2013 at Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery, Monroe. Betty was born on April 22, 1933 in Waldo, AR and passed away on January 19, 2013 in West Monroe, LA. She was known as the "Rose Lady" at Claiborne Creek. Betty loved sewing, gardening, but most of all, loved her children, grandchildren, and great- grandchildren. She was preceded in death by the father of her children, Burton Hammond and daughter-in-law, Helen Hammond. Betty is survived by her children, Melinda Emory and husband Eddie, Mike Hammond and Sandra Rutledge; grandchildren, Hannah Emory, Seth Hammond, Zeb Hammond and wife Charissa, and Josh Hammond; great-granddaughter, Brooklyn Schmidt; brothers, Roy Ardell White and wife Carolyn, Bobby Lynn White, Benjamin Gerald White and wife Janice, and David Paul White and wife Darlene; and a host of nieces, nephews, and their children. Visitation will be from 5:00PM until 7:00PM on Monday, January 21, 2013 at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on January 21, 2013

James Arnold, 60 ST. JOSEPH — James Arnold, a retired teacher, died Thursday. Arrangements are incomplete at Beckwith Golden Gate Funeral Home, Tallulah.

Mary Barnes, 58 BASTROP — Mary Barnes, a homemaker, died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete at Tennant Funeral Home, Bastrop.

Earnest E. Bearden, 77 MARION, Ark. —Earnest Edward Bearden, formerly of Delhi, died Sunday. Arrangements are incomplete at Cox Funeral Home, Delhi.

David Bradley, 72 BASTROP — David Bradley died Wednesday. Arrangements are incomplete at Tennant Funeral Home, Bastrop. Erma Bradley, 46 RUSTON — Erma Bradley, a registered nurse, died Friday. Arrangements are incomplete at Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville.

Effie E. Burson, 92 Effie Eppinette Burson of West Monroe, a retired beautician, died Sunday. Arrangements are incomplete at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Garlon "Bud" Carter, 68 WINNFIELD — Garlon Lee "Bud" Carter, a logger, died Saturday. Services are 10 a.m. Tuesday at Bethlehem Baptist Church, Calvin. Visitation is 8:30 a.m. Tuesday until service time at the church. Burial will be in Bethlehem Cemetery, Calvin, under the direction of Southern Funeral Home, Winnfield.

Tevin Christopher, 18 FARMERVILLE — Tevin Christopher, a student, died Saturday. Arrangements are incomplete at Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville.

Mary B. Davis, 52 Mary Bass Davis of Monroe, a homemaker, died Saturday. Arrangements are incomplete at Smith Funeral Home, Monroe.

J. M. Franks, 76 JONESBORO— J. M. "Daygo" Franks of Houma, formerly of Jonesboro, a retired truck driver, died Saturday. Services are 1 p.m. Wednesday at Colfax Pentecostal Church, Colfax. Visitation is 9 a.m. Wednesday until service time at the church. Burial will be in Colfax Cemetery under the direction of Edmonds Funeral Home, Jonesboro.

Betty L. Hammond, 79 Betty L. Hammond of West Monroe, a seamstress, died Saturday. Graveside services are 10 a.m. Tuesday at Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery, Monroe, under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Paul A. Hinton, 61 Paul A. Hinton of Monroe, a mechanic, died Saturday. Services are 11 a.m. Thursday at Griffin Funeral Home, West Monroe. Visitation is 5-9 p.m. Wednesday. Burial will be in Acree Cemetery Point.

Lucinda L. Kelley, 82 MISSOURI CITY, Texas — Lucinda Lawson Kelley, formerly of Rayville, a homemaker, died Wednesday. Arrangements are incomplete at Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville.

Mittie L. McCaa, 95 WINNSBORO — Mittie Lou McCaa, a homemaker, died Sunday. Services are 2 p.m. Tuesday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Winnsboro. Visitation is 11 a.m. Tuesday until service time at the funeral home. Burial will be in Coax Cemetery, near Baskin.

Addie McDaniel, 64 COLLINSTON — Addie McDaniel, a homemaker, died Sunday. Arrangements are incomplete at Tennant Funeral Home, Bastrop.

Annie Morgan, 80 COLLINSTON — Annie Morgan, a homemaker, died Saturday. Arrangements are incomplete at Tennant Funeral Home, Bastrop.

Bobbie Mitchell, 76 COLLINSTON — Bobbie Mitchell died Thursday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Bastrop. Nettie J. Paige, 69 Nettie Jane Paige of Monroe, a homemaker, died Friday. Arrangements are incomplete at Smith Funeral Home, Monroe.

Billie J. Redden, 82 BASTROP — Billie Jean Williams Redden, a retired employee of South Central Bell, died Monday. Services are 10 a.m. Wednesday at Green Acres Baptist Church, Bastrop. Visitation is 5-7 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Memorial Park Cemetery under the direction of Golden Funeral Home, Bastrop.

Gene Robinson, 80 BASTROP — Gene "Sonny" Robinson, an International Paper Company employee, died Sunday. Services are 2 p.m. Wednesday at Golden Funeral Home, Bastrop. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Hughes Chapel Cemetery.

Bennie Russell, 93 Bennie Russell of West Monroe, a machine operator, died Monday. Arrangements are incomplete at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Henry J. Taylor, 95 DODSON — Henry J. Taylor died Sunday. Arrangements are incomplete at Southern Funeral Home, Jonesboro. Wilford Walker, 82 DELHI — Wilford Walker, a retired toolpusher, died Monday. Arrangements are incomplete at Cox Funeral Home, Delhi.

Betty S. Whitley, 74 HOPE, Ark. — Betty Sue Florence Whitley, a homemaker, died Friday. Services are 10 a.m. Tuesday at Crothers-Glenwood Funeral Home, Tallulah. Burial will be in Memorial Park Cemetery, Tallulah.

Joan P. Winn, 81 GOLDONNA — Joan Patricia Winn, a homemaker, died Saturday. Graveside services are 1 p.m. Wednesday in Goldonna Cemetery, Goldonna. Visitation is 9 a.m. Wednesday until noon at Southern Funeral Home,Winnfield.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED Autry, Betty Ann Warren: 10 a.m. Tuesday, Friendship Baptist Church, Friendship. Battle, David: 11 a.m. Wednesday, Hester's Central State Funeral Home, Monroe. Bratton, Robert L. "Rocky": 11 a.m. Tuesday, Jesus the Good Shepherd Catholic Church, Monroe. Caffery, Annie Mae Maxcey: 2 p.m. Tuesday, Golden Funeral Home, Bastrop. Carroll, Vera Mae: 2 p.m. Thursday, Riverside Baptist Church, Monroe. Cassel, Eleanor J.: 10 a.m. Friday, First United Methodist Church, Olla. Dickens, Ethel: 10 a.m. Wednesday, Hall-Rhymes Cemetery, Richland Parish. Eagles, William Elmer: 11 a.m. Saturday, New Hope Baptist Church, Crowville. Hensley II, Dr. John C.: 2 p.m. Tuesday, Fellowship Baptist Church, Dubach. Hicks, Danny: 10 a.m. Tuesday, Bethlehem Missionary Baptist Church, Tallulah. Loveless, Vera Janice: 2 p.m. Tuesday, Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. McKnight, Catherine V.: 2 p.m. Tuesday, Stevenson Cemetery, Rayville. Murphy, Lelia Ann: 2 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 26, Golden Funeral Home, Bastrop. Pope, Dorothy Hope: 10 a.m. Tuesday, Rayville First Baptist Church. Robinson, Paul E.: 2 p.m. Tuesday, Hodge Pentecostal Church.

Jan 22, 2013 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

Donald Ray Bramlett Funeral services for Mr. Donald Ray Bramlett, age 81, of Dubach will be held at 2:00 PM Wednesday, January 9, 2013 at Salem United Methodist Church, with Rev. Danny Baskin officiating the services. Interment will follow in Salem Cemetery under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home of Ruston. Visitation will be at the church from 12:30 PM until time for the service. Don was born January 5, 1932, in Baytown TX and died peacefully on January 6, 2013, at his home near Dubach, surrounded by his loving family, following a lengthy illness and complications from Alzheimer' s disease. He was a loving son, father, husband, brother, son-in-law, and brother-in-law. Don was very proud of his Czech heritage, his mother's parents having immigrated to the United States in 1898 through Ellis Island. He grew up in Baytown TX, graduating from Robert E. Lee High School. He attended Lee College in Baytown and the University of Texas in Austin, and subsequently graduated from Louisiana Tech University in 1963 with a degree in Accounting. He worked for over 30 years in public accounting in Houston TX. Don had a great work ethic and always gave his best to the clients and organizations with which he worked. He was a U. S Army veteran. Following their retirement in 1996, he and his wife, Mary Jon, returned to Louisiana, her home state, to enjoy retirement in Lincoln Parish among a large extended family and friends. Don was a member of Salem United Methodist Church near Dubach. He also maintained his 50- year + membership as a Master Mason in Goose Creek Lodge No. 1192 of Baytown TX and the Arabia Shriners of Houston TX. He was a member of the Louisiana Tech Alumni Association. He enjoyed sports, particularly Louisiana Tech football, and professional football and baseball and was a fan of the teams both in Houston and Dallas. Don was predeceased by his father and mother Martin E. and Mary Sladek Bramlett, sister Bonnie Donnelly and husband Buddy, and nephews Trey and Kip Lacy and Kelly Neaville. He is survived by his wife of 53 years, Mary Jon Jefcoat Bramlett, his daughter Dr. Helen Marie Bramlett and husband Dr. W. Dalton Dietrich, III of Miami FL; step-granddaughters Stephanie Drinkuth and husband Kyle of Wilmington NC and Jessica Dietrich of Miami FL; sister Janie Hooks and husband Lamoine of Thicket TX; niece Connie Donnelly Nesbett and husband Seaborn of Tyler TX; nephew Kenneth Donnelly and wife Judy of Baytown TX; nephew Randy Hooks and wife Kelly of Gilbert AZ; niece Amy Kobrick and husband Robert of Coeur d'Alene ID; sister-in-law Mellie Neaville and husband Glen of Dubach; brother-in-law Bobby Jefcoat and wife Dianne of Dubach; niece Allison Lofstrom and husband Mike of Ruston; nephew Cass Jefcoat and wife Casie of Prairieville LA; nephew Mitch Jefcoat and wife Megan of Monroe ; niece Angela Lacy of Ruston; nephews Philip Neaville and wife Marilyn and Bruce Neaville of Ruston; and several great-nieces and nephews. The family expresses deepest appreciation to Dr. Ed Mariano, Dr. Tommy Smith and Dr. Jim Finley, and to the staffs of Hospice of the Caring Hearts, Best Home Health, Northern Louisiana Medical Center and Willow Ridge Nursing Home. Our special gratitude and appreciation go to caregivers Irene Hendrix and Jim Carodine. Pallbearers will be: Kenneth Donnelly, Seaborn Nesbett, Cass Jefcoat, Mitch Jefcoat, Lewis Lacy and Mike Lofstrom. Honorary pallbearers will be: Glen Neaville, Nicona Lacy, Philip Neaville, Bruce Neaville, Mike Colvin and Eddie Colvin. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Salem United Methodist Church, c/o Celia Wall, 1161 Highway 563, Dubach, LA 71235; or the Alzheimer's Association , Louisiana Chapter, P.O. Box 96011, Washington, DC, 20090-6011. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com Kilpatrick Funeral Home Ruston, LA Published in The News Star on January 23, 2013

Heath Wayne Cornett Funeral services for Heath Wayne Cornett, 41, of Downsville, LA will be Thursday, January 24, 2013 at 2:00 PM in the chapel of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Alan Robertson will officiate. Interment will follow at Roselawn Cemetery in Calhoun, LA under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home of West Monroe. Heath was born in Monroe, LA on August 17, 1971 and passed away on January 20, 2013 in West Monroe. He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Herman and Lucille Sumrall, and W.A. and Louise Cornett. He was employed as an assistant driller for Nabors Drilling. His favorite pastime was riding his red Harley Street Glide. Heath always had a smile, never met a stranger and would do anything he could for anybody. He loved entertaining his friends and having them over for grilling. Heath is survived by wife, Terry Simpson Cornett; mother, Sue Sumrall Wilhite; father, Jack Cornett and wife Becky; 2 stepdaughters, Kristen Amendolia and Megan McEntyre; sister, Stacey Christmas and husband Chris; nephew, Caleb Christmas; niece, Cayli Christmas; mother-in-law, Katherine Simpson; brother-in-law, Jerry Simpson and wife Robin; aunt, Barbara Bratton; uncle, Bill Cornett and wife Cindy; cousin, Mike Bratton; special friends, Ronald and Debbie Rankin. Pallbearers will be Craig Hammonds, Billy Gatson, Ronald Rankin, Jerry Simpson, Jeffery Trichelle, James Searcy and Peyton Brakefield. Honorary pallbearers will be Mike Bratton, Bradley Rhinehart, Danny Canterberry and Richard Horton. Visitation will be Wednesday, January 23, 2013 from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Onlinecondolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on January 23, 2013

Hezzie L. Schonfarber Funeral services for Mr. Hezzie L. Schonfarber of Eufaula, AL will be held Wednesday, January 23, 2013 at 3:00 P.M. at Kent Funeral Home Chapel in Eufaula with Bro. Jimmy Symons officiating. Burial will be held Friday, January 25, at 1:00 P.M. at Bisteneau Baptist Church Cemetery in Heflin, Louisiana. Pastor Mike Welch will officiate graveside services. Mr. Schonfarber passed away at Flowers Hospital on Saturday, January 19, after a brief illness. Born October 4, 1935 in Covington, Louisiana, Mr. Schonfarber was the son of the late Thomas K. Schonfarber, Sr. and Girldon Beatrice Schonfarber. He was a resident of Eufaula, Al. for the past 16 years coming from Monroe, Louisiana. He was a U.S. Army veteran. Mr. Schonfarber was a graduate of Northeast Louisiana aka University of Louisiana Monroe where he earned a degree in Agriculture. After a short career with a commercial solvent corporation he went on to become the manager of the farming programs at Northeast Louisiana University and retired in 1987. After moving to Barbour County, he worked at Ace Hardware until they closed. He was employed with Wal Mart in Eufaula, AL at the time of his passing. His passions were cooking and gardening. Hezzie will be remembered by his sweet smile and friendly personality. He was loved by all who knew him and will be greatly missed. Survivors include sons, Larry Schonfarber of Monroe, Louisiana, Anthony (Colleen) Schonfarber of Chicago, Illinois, and Sterling Schonfarber of Tennessee; daughter, Adrienne (Allen) Thornell of Clayton, Alabama; brothers, John Schonfarber, Sr. of Louisiana, T.K. Schonfarber of Arkansas, and Ben Schonfarber of Louisiana; 14 grandchildren and 2 great grandchildren. Serving as pallbearers are; Benjie Schonfarber, Eric Schonfarber, Johnny Schonfarber, Larry Schonfarber, Tony Schonfarber, and Sterling Schonfarber. Kent Funeral Home Eufaula, AL Published in The News Star on January 22, 2013

Funeral services for Mrs. Hazel Vestal, 97, of Marion will be 2:00pm Thursday, January 24, 2013 at First Baptist Church, Marion, with Bro. Bubba Hoggatt officiating. Burial will follow in Concord Cemetery. Arrangements are under the direction of Farrar Funeral Home. Mrs. Vestal, a retired grocery store owner, died January 22. She was a member of First Baptist Church, Marion. She is preceded in death by her husband, Clifford Vestal; son, James David Vestal; parents, T.E. and Betty Crow; 2 brothers, Dewitt Crow and William Crow; 3 sisters, Lillie Mae White, Etta Baker and Jeanette Cole. She is survived by her sister, Mattie D. Crow; a host of nieces & nephews; and special friend & caretaker, Jackie Montgomery. Pallbearers will be Mrs. Vestal's nephews. Visitation will be from 6-8pm Wednesday at the church and 1 hour prior to service time Thursday. Online messages for the family may be left at farrarfh.com. Farrar Funeral Home Farmerville, LA Published in The News Star on January 23, 2013

Harry Richard "Sonny" Whittington Funeral services for H. R. "Sonny" Whittington, age 84, of Grayson will be held 2PM Thursday January 24, 2013 at the Crossroads Baptist Church, Grayson; with Bro. Tommy Nelson, Bro. Jay Morgan, and Bro. Todd Whittington officiating. Interment, with Military Honors, will follow in the Crossroads Cemetery under direction of Riser Funeral Home of Columbia. Visitation will be on Wednesday evening January 23, 2013 at the Riser Funeral Home, located at 7131 U S Highway 165 , from 4 pm until 9 pm; and on Thursday, at the church from 9 am until time of service. Harry Richard Whittington was born on February 11, 1928 to the union of his parents, Charlie Ferrand Whittington and Annie Marie (Holladay) Whittington in Caldwell Parish. He passed from this life on Monday, January 21, 2013 at the Glenwood Regional Medical Center in West Monroe following an extended illness. Known by everyone as "Sonny", he was retired with the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development, and was a United States Navy Veteran of World War II. He was preceded in death by his parents, his son, Larry Dean Whittington, a brother, Owen C. "Pete" Whittington, sister-in-law, Lurlene Whittington; a sister, Louise Jarrell and brother-in-law Finus Jarrell. Sonny was an avid gardener, and deer hunter, and had a wonderful outlook on life, even during the last battle he fought with his health. He will be sorely missed by his family and everyone who knew him, but will never be forgotten. Surviving Sonny, his wife of sixty-five years, Johnnie Lea (Whitten) Whittington of Grayson; two sons, Richard Whittington of Columbia and Harry Whittington and wife Linda of Grayson; three daughters, Sharon W. Hammond and husband Larry of Shepherd, TX; Brenda Moseley and husband Jerry of Columbia, and Ruby W. Barrett and husband Chuck of Grayson; two sisters, Yvonne May and husband Crafton of West Monroe, and Mary Alice Hutchinson and husband Darcy of Jonesboro, his grand-children, Todd Whittington and wife Dody, Miranda Meredith, Jonathan Dean Moseley and wife Kelly; Janice Whittington; Patrick Barrett and wife Leslie; Christa Anne Moseley; Spencer Barrett and wife Jessica; Kylie Barrett ; Robert Hammond and wife Carmen; Matthew Hammond and wife Miranda, Mark Hammond and friend Ashley; His great-grandchildren include, Ethan Whittington, Eli Faucett, Tyler Faucett, Karlee Elisabeth Moseley, Jackson Barrett, Layton Barrett, Jaycie Meredith, Kaylee Meredith,Savannah Meredith, Jordan Meredith, Kallie Hammond, and Karoline Hammond; and a host of nieces and nephews. Serving as pallbearers will be, Robert Hammond, Matthew Hammond, Mark Hammond, Jonathan Moseley, Spencer Barrett, Dustin Wyant, Derek Pauley, and David Earl Varnell. Honorary pallbearers include Bobby Joe Mercer, Bill Chappell, Randy Evans, Karen Sue Evans, Charles Lee May, and David May. In lieu of flowers, any planned memorials may be made to the Crossroads Cemetery, 7025 Hwy 126 West, Grayson, LA; or to a charity of one's choice . Online registry/ condolences : riserfuneralhomes.com Riser Funeral Home Columbia, LA Published in The News Star on January 23, 2013

Mary Barnes, 58 BASTROP — Mary Barnes, a homemaker, died Tuesday. Services are noon Saturday at New Morning Star Baptist Church. Visitation is 2-6 p.m. Friday at Tennant Funeral Home. Burial will be in Trousdale Cemetery, Collinston.

Ernest E. Bearden, 77 MARION, Ark. — Ernest E. Bearden, formerly of Delhi, a retired business owner, died Sunday. Services are 3 p.m. Wednesday at Cox Funeral Home, Delhi. Visitation is noon Wednesday until service time at the funeral home. Burial will be in Faith Memorial Park Cemetery, Delhi.

Billie J. Blouin, 81 BATON ROUGE — Billie Jean Pearce Blouin, formerly of Oak Grove, retired minister of music and music teacher, died Sunday. Services are 10:30 a.m. Wednesday at Higher Ground Ministries, Baton Rouge. Burial will be in Epps Cemetery under the direction of Renaissance Funeral Home, Gonzales.

David Bradley, 72 BASTROP — David Bradley died Wednesday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Mount Olive Baptist Church. Visitation is 6-7 p.m. Friday at Tennant Funeral Home. Burial will be in the VA Cemetery, Natchez, Miss.

Erma Bradley, 46 RUSTON — Erma Bradley, a registered nurse, died Friday. Services are noon Saturday at New Morning Star Baptist Church, Talluah. Visitation is 11 a.m. Saturday until service time at the church. Burial will be in Oakwood Cemetery, Tallulah, under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville.

Tevin Christopher, 18 FARMERVILLE — Tevin Christopher, a student, died Saturday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Marion High School. Visitation is 10 a.m. Saturday until service time at the school. Burial will be in Antioch Cemetery, Truxno, under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville.

Ethel Dickens, 70 Ethel Dickens of Monroe, a retired waitress, died Saturday. Graveside services are 10 a.m. Wednesday at Hall-Rhymes Cemetery under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Monroe.

Imogene R. Hall, 86 BASTROP — Imogene Reynolds Hall, a homemaker, died Tuesday. Services are 2 p.m. Thursday at Faith Baptist Church. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Wednesday at Golden Funeral Home. Burial will be in Carter Cemetery.

Peggie T. Henderson, 79 JONESBORO — Peggie Taylor Henderson, a licensed practical nurse, died Monday. Services are 2 p.m. Thursday at Edmonds Funeral Home. Visitation is 4-9 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Zion Rest Cemetery.

Charles B. Henry Sr., 73 Charles B. Henry Sr. of Monroe, a retired Ouachita Parish sheriff's deputy, died Tuesday. Visitation is 5-7 p.m. Thursday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Monroe. Other arrangements are incomplete.

James Johnson, 71 BASTROP — James Johnson, retired principal, died Wednesday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at St. Mary CME Temple. Visitation is 1-4:30 p.m. Friday at Miller Funeral Home, Monroe, and 6-8:30 p.m. Friday at the church. Burial will be in H.V. Adams Cemetery.

Lucinda L. Kelley, 82 MISSOURI CITY, Texas — Lucinda Lawson Kelley, formerly of Rayville, a homemaker, died Wednesday. Services are noon Saturday at Mount Zion Baptist Church, Rayville. Visitation is 6-7 p.m. Friday at St. Dee Baptist Church, Start. Burial will be in St. Dee Cemetery, Start, under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville.

Tena Larkins, 91 MANGHAM — Tena Larkins, a homemaker, died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville.

Elizabeth A. Lee, 67 Elizabeth Ann Lee of West Monroe, a homemaker, died Saturday. Services are 2 p.m. Friday at Griffin Funeral Home, West Monroe. Visitation is 11 a.m. Friday until service time. Burial will be in Riverview Cemetery.

Addie McDaniel, 64 COLLINSTON — Addie McDaniel, a homemaker, died Sunday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at Cherry Hill No. 2 Baptist Church, Galion. Visitation is 5-7 p.m. Friday at New Light Baptist Church, Bastrop. Burial will be in Cherry Hill No. 2 Cemetery, Galion, under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Bastrop.

Bobbie Mitchell, 76 COLLINSTON — Bobbie Mitchell died Thursday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Mount Sinai A.M.E. Church. Visitation is 6-7 Friday at Tennant Funeral Home, Bastrop. Burial will be in Howell Cemetery.

Annie Morgan, 80 COLLINSTON — Annie Morgan, a homemaker, died Saturday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at New Mount Olive Grove Baptist Church, Bastrop. Visitation is 2-8 p.m. Friday at Tennant Funeral Home, Bastrop. Burial will be in Jerusalem Cemetery.

John Perryman, 56 John Perryman of Monroe, a welder, died Monday. Services are 2 p.m. Friday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Visitation is 5-7 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park.

Hester Potts, 74 WINNFIELD — Hester Potts, a millwright, died Monday. Services are 2 p.m. Thursday at Southern Funeral Home. Visitation is 5-9 p.m. Wednesday and 9 a.m. Thursday until service time at the funeral home. Burial will be in Zion Hill Cemetery, Tannehill.

Clara Reynolds, 94 DELHI — Clara Reynolds, a homemaker, died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville.

George E. Smith, 90 George Edgar Smith of Monroe, a retired foreman with South Central Bell, died Sunday. Services are 10 a.m. Wednesday at Lea Joyner Memorial United Methodist Church. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Monroe.

James Spivey Jr., 72 RUSTON — James Spivey, a retired General Motors floor manager, died Thursday. Services are 1 p.m. Thursday at South Parkway Church. Visitation is 1-5 p.m. Wednesday at King's Funeral Home. Burial will be in St. Peter Cemetery.

Henry Taylor Jr., 95 Henry Jefferson "Jeffie" Taylor Jr. died Sunday. Services are 2 p.m. Friday at Siloam Baptist Church, Gansville. Visitation is 5-9 p.m. Thursday at Southern Funeral Home, Jonesboro. Burial will be in Siloam Church Cemetery.

Wilford Walker, 83 DELHI — Wilford Walker, a retired toolpusher and oilfield drilling consultant, died Monday. Services are 10 a.m. Thursday at Cox Funeral Home. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Faith Memorial Park Cemetery.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED Battle, David: 11 a.m. Wednesday, Hester's Central State Funeral Home, Monroe. Carroll, Vera Mae: 2 p.m. Thursday, Riverside Baptist Church, Monroe. Cassel, Eleanor J.: 10 a.m. Friday, First United Methodist Church, Olla. Dickens, Ethel: 10 a.m. Wednesday, Hall-Rhymes Cemetery, Richland Parish. Eagles, William Elmer: 11 a.m. Saturday, New Hope Baptist Church, Crowville. Franks, J.M. "Daygo": 1 p.m. Wednesday, Colfax Pentecostal Church, Colfax. Hinton, Paul A.: 11 a.m. Thursday, Griffin Funeral Home, West Monroe. Murphy, Lelia Ann: 2 p.m. Saturday, Golden Funeral Home, Bastrop. Redden, Billie Jean Williams: 10 a.m. Wednesday, Green Acres Baptist Church, Bastrop. Robinson, Gene "Sonny": 2 p.m. Wednesday, Golden Funeral Home, Bastrop. Winn, Joan Patricia: 1 p.m. Wednesday, Goldonna Cemetery, Goldonna.

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Jan 24 , 2013 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

Effie Cornella Eppinette Burson On January 20, 2013, Effie Cornella Eppinette Burson passed on to be with her Heavenly Father and left behind a great void in the lives of her family. She also leaves with us a great peace knowing she is finally home. Mrs. Burson died Sunday night at Ridgecrest Community Care Center at the age of 92. She was born in Rayville, Louisiana on March 24, 1920 to Wilbur and Jessie Fatheree Eppinette, who preceded her in death. Also preceded in death by her husband of forty seven years, Rebern Lee Burson; three brothers, Howard Eppinette, Murphy Eppinette, and Robert L. Eppinette and his wife, Caselou M. Eppinette; and one sister, Lettie Eppinette Reagan and her husband, Pete. She is survived by her daughter, Reba Burson Nolan and husband, Freddy; son, Dean Burson; four grandchildren, Alicia Nolan Villarreal and husband, Matthew, Ashley Nolan Samaras and husband, Peter, Tanner Dean Burson and Jenna Katherine Burson; six great grandchildren, Veronica Arielle Villarreal, Duke Jenson Villarreal, Sawyer Nolan Villarreal, Kosta Dean Samaras, Nikolas Freddy Samaras and Nolan Dionysius Samaras. Also survived by sisters-in-laws, Pauline Eppinette, and Marilyn Burson Chriceol and husband, Henry; seventeen nieces and nephews; and numerous great nieces and nephews. Services for Mrs. Burson will be 11:00AM Saturday, January 26, 2013 in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe with Rev. Joe Solomon officiating. Visitation will be held from 10:00AM until service time on Saturday. There will be a private family graveside service held at Roselawn Memorial Gardens Cemetery, Calhoun, LA. For twenty two years, Mrs. Burson followed her husband while he served his country in the United States Air Force. She was a hairdresser for many years and owned her own shops. The first shop was The Fashinette located on South Second Street in Monroe, before her husband built her last shop by their home on the Winnsboro Hwy in Monroe. She also worked at the beauty salon in The Palace in Monroe. After retiring as a hairdresser, she and her husband had a paper route in West Monroe, LA for many years. Until the last thirteen months, she stayed active in the community. Mrs. Burson was a lifetime member of Lea Joyner United Methodist Church. She began traveling with her children and loved being surrounded by her grandchildren and family. Mrs. Burson was known for quirky little sayings and had one for every day of the week. In her lifetime she survived many things; the flood of 1927, The Depression of 1929, typhoid fever and many other crises that came with life while growing up in rural Louisiana. She always believed that life could not get you down; only weakness and lack of Faith in Jesus Christ were the defeaters of life. Mrs. Burson was never afraid of death and told often that the body she was in was only temporary. Her family believed that the mold was broken when she was born. She came from a long line of fighters to survive what this world had to dish out. She will be greatly missed. The family would like to thank her caregivers "Sheena", "BB", and Patti Anderson. They became a part of her family that learned to love and care for her as her own family did. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that memorials be made to Lea Joyner United Methodist Church or a charity of your choice . Online Registry/ Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on January 24, 2013

Charles Bender Henry, Sr. Charles Bender Henry, Sr., born 12 September 1939 in Ruston, LA, passed away Tuesday, 22 January 2013 in Monroe, after a decade long battle with cancer. He was 73 years old, a husband, a father, member of Parkview Baptist Church, served honorably in the USAF and with the Ouachita Parish Sheriff's Department, and retired locally from Image Max Corp. Mr. Henry was also a member of the Northeast Louisiana Street Rodders. Mr. Henry was preceded in death by his parents, Mildred Ruth Lowery and Rubin M. Henry Sr.; his brother James R. Henry; and son, Robert Tate Henry. He is survived by his wife Gale Allen Henry; brothers Rubin M. Henry Jr. and Andrew R. Henry; children, Charles Henry Jr. and wife Terry, Michelle Henry McBride and husband Danny, Patrick Jason Henry, Brent Devenney and wife Lori, Chad Devenney and wife Amy; 12 grandchildren, and 6 great grandchildren. Funeral services for Mr. Henry will be held at 11:00 AM, Friday, 25 January 2013 in the Chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Monroe, LA with pastors Erby Burgess and Brent Devenney officiating. Interment will be in Kramer Cemeteries, Alexandria Memorial Gardens, Alexandria, LA. Visitation will be on Thursday, 24 January, from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM at Mulhearn Funeral Home. Pallbearers will be the following Ouachita Parish Sheriff Deputies: Bob West, Pat Ellington, Joe Castagnetta, Earl Henry, Wayne Seidenspinner, and Brad Duchesne. Honorary Pallbearers are the members of Larry Johnson's Sunday School Class. Memorials may be made to Myeloma Institute, UAMS, 4301 West Markham #816, Little Rock, AR 72205-9985. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on January 24, 2013

Gwyn McMurry Emma Jo McMurry Funeral services for Gwyn McMurry, 3 and Emma Jo McMurry, 16 months will be held at 10:00 AM Friday, January 25, 2013 at Soul's Harbor Church. Rev. Bruce Underwood and Rev. Nathan Luellen will officiate. Interment will follow at Kilpatrick's Serenity Gardens under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe. Gwyn and Emma Jo are survived by their parents, Brittney and Morgan McMurry; brother, Nathan Sepulvado; grandparents, Jessie Sepulvado, Lesa Sepulvado, Susan McMurry and James McMurry; great- grandparents, Therrell and Barbara Pierce, Bonnie Carr and Daniel Ford, Sr.; great-great grandparents, Maudie Pierce, and Jessie, Sr. and Helen Sepulvado; aunts, Ashley Sepulvado, Cary and husband Jeremy Carr, Samantha and husband Jason Peet, Sr.; uncle, David Graham; cousins, Michael Sepulvado, Ashtin Gregory, Jason Peet, Jr., Ashley Peet, Carter and Clancy Graham; numerous great-aunts and great-uncles. Visitation will be held Thursday from 5:00 pm until 8:00 pm at Kilpatrick Funeral Home of West Monroe. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpaptrickfuneralhomes.com Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on January 24, 2013

John B. Perryman Funeral services for John B. Perryman 56 of Monroe, LA will be held at 2:00 pm, Friday, January 25, 2013 in the chapel of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe. Dr. Dwight Munn will be officiating. Interment will follow at Mulhearn Memorial Park under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe. John was born July 5, 1956 in Minden, LA and passed away January 21, 2013 in West Monroe. He was a member of Ironworker Local #710. John was preceded in death by his father, Troy B. Perryman and a brother, Jerry W. Perryman. John is survived by his son, Dallas B. Perryman; mother, Peggy Perryman; sisters; Pam Smith and husband Rob, Memory Whitlock and husband Steve; brother Jimmy Perryman and wife Linda; numerous nieces and nephews. Pallbearers will be James "J.J." Powell, Mike McMorris, Charlie Bower, James Jones, Jason Garsee, Jay Gathright, Ronnie Powell and L.E. Bower. Visitation will be held Thursday from 5:00 pm until 7:00 pm Thursday, January 24, 2013 at Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe. online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on January 24, 2013

Shelby Ray Visit Guest Book Shelby L. Ray Funeral Services for Mr. Shelby L. Ray, 66, of West Monroe, LA will be held at 2:00 P.M. Friday, January 25, 2013 in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA with Rev. Billy Taylor, Rev. Purvis Rodriguez and Rev. Eddie Shoemaker officiating. Interment will follow in the Hasley Cemetery in West Monroe, LA. Mr. Ray was born on December 28, 1946 in Delhi, LA and died on January 23, 2013 in Monroe, LA. He loved the outdoors, hunting and fishing and is preceded in death by his parents, Tracy and Lurline Ray and by five brothers, Clyde, Donald, Thomas Eugene, Herman and Sherman Ray. Survivors include his siblings, Julius Ray and wife, Kay, Betty Osbon, Harold Ray and wife, Lottie and Ronald Ray and wife, Mary; sister-in-law, Helen Ray; and numerous nieces and nephews. Pallbearers will be Reggie Rountree, James Edward Osbon, Jerry Collins, Richard Faircloth, Danny Jones and Ronnie Joe Ray. Honorary Pallbearers will be the members of the Tip Top Hunting Club. Visitation will be held from 5:00 P.M. until 8:00 P.M. Thursday, January 24, 2013 at Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Online Registry/ Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on January 24, 2013

Breathen Thomas 1919-2005 He loved his dog, his four wheeler, and Blue Ribbon cigars. Published in The News Star on January 24, 2013

Sylvia V. Armstrong, 88 LAKE PROVIDENCE — Sylvia Virgil Armstrong, a retired educator, died Saturday. Services are 2:30 p.m. Saturday at Lake Providence Senior High School Auditorium. Visitation is 1-5 p.m. Friday at Harris Funeral Home. Burial will be in Gaither Memorial Cemetery.

Mattie Lee Baker, 66 Mattie Lee Baker of Monroe, a homemaker, died Jan. 15. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Riverside Missionary Baptist Church, Monroe. Visitation is 1-6 p.m. Friday at Smith Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Fort Necessity Cemetery, Fort Necessity.

Heath Cornett, 41 DOWNSVILLE — Heath Cornett, assistant oilfield driller, died Sunday. Services are 2 p.m. Thursday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Burial will be in Roselawn Memorial Gardens.

Sadie Dugano, 63 LAKE PROVIDENCE — Sadie Mae Dugano, a paraprofessional, died Friday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Lake Providence Senior High School Auditorium. Visitation is 1-5 p.m. Friday with a family wake from 7-8 p.m. at Harris Funeral Home. Burial will be in Gaither Memorial Cemetery.

Robert Elkin, 45 Robert Elkin of Monroe, real estate and business owner, died Wednesday. Visitation is 4-7 p.m. Friday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Monroe. Other services are incomplete.

Sam L. Farmer Sr., 86 Sam L. Farmer Sr. of West Monroe, a mill worker, died Saturday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Calvary Missionary Baptist Church, West Monroe. Wake services are 6-7 p.m. Friday at Richardson Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens.

Carolyn Flanagan, 60 Carolyn Flanagan of Monroe, a title clerk, died Thursday. Memorial services are 6 p.m. Thursday at AMVETS Post 66, Monroe. Arrangements are under the direction of Griffin Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Louis T. Fletcher, 68 KELLY — Louis Troy Fletcher died Tuesday. Services are 2 p.m. Friday at Riser Funeral Home, Columbia. Visitation is 5-7 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Old Bethel Cemetery, Clarks.

Lucenda L. Kelley, 82 MISSOURI CITY, Texas — Lucenda Lawson Kelley, formerly of Rayville, a homemaker, died Wednesday. Services are noon Saturday at Mount Zion Baptist Church, Rayville. Visitation is 6-7 p.m. Friday at Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville. Burial will be in St. Dee Cemetery, Start.

Bertha Lain, 86 Bertha Lee Lain of Monroe, a homemaker, died Saturday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Mount Nebo Baptist Church, Monroe. Visitation is 1-7 p.m. Friday at Richardson Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens.

Patsy A. Lewis, 78 RUSTON — Patsy Ann Brister Lewis, a retired dean of admissions at Louisiana Tech University, died Wednesday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at First Baptist Church. Visitation is 9 a.m. Saturday until service time at the church. Burial will be in Forest Lawn Cemetery under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home.

Mary Manning, 91 MARION — Mary Manning, a retired U.S. Navy intelligence specialist, died Monday. Services are 10 a.m. Saturday at Farrar Funeral Home, Farmerville. Visitation is 5-7 p.m. Friday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Roark Cemetery.

Beatrice S. Martin, 82 Beatrice Smith-Martin of Monroe, retired Monroe City Schools employee, died Sunday. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at St. Mary Baptist Church, Monroe. Visitation is 1-6 p.m. Friday at Smith Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens, Richwood.

Addie McDaniel, 64 MER ROUGE — Addie McDaniel, a certified dietitian, died Sunday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at Cherry Hill No. 2 Baptist Church, Galion. Visitation is 5-7 p.m. Friday at New Light Baptist Church, Bastrop. Burial will be in Cherry Hill No. 2 Cemetery, Galion, under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Bastrop.

Francis Nichols, 89 Francis Nichols of Monroe, a homemaker, died Jan. 14. Services are 11 a.m. Friday at Newlight Baptist Church, Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens under the direction of Richardson Funeral Home, Monroe.

Nettie Paige, 69 Nettie Jane Paige of Monroe, a presser, died Friday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Evening Star Baptist Church, Monroe. Visitation is 1-6 p.m. Friday at Smith Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Magnolia Cemetery, Monroe.

Darwin Smith, 76 VIDALIA — Darwin Smith died Monday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Comer Funeral Home, Ferriday.

J.C. Veazey, 71 BASTROP — J.C. "Bud" Veazey, a retired carpenter, died Tuesday. Services are 4 p.m. Friday at Golden Funeral Home. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home.

Hazel Vestal, 97 MARION — Hazel Vestal, a retired grocery store owner, died Tuesday. Services are 2 p.m. Thursday at First Baptist Church. Visitation is 1 p.m. Thursday until service time at the church. Burial will be in Concord Cemetery under the direction of Farrar Funeral Home, Farmerville.

H.R. Whittington, 84 GRAYSON — H.R. "Sonny" Whittington, a retired Department of Transportation and Development employee, died Monday. Services are 2 p.m. Thursday at Crossroads Baptist Church. Visitation is 9 a.m. Thursday until service time at the church. Burial will be in Crossroads Cemetery under the direction of Riser Funeral Home, Columbia.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED Barnes, Mary: noon Saturday, New Morning Star Baptist Church, Bastrop. Bradley, David: 11 a.m. Saturday, Mount Olive Baptist Church, Bastrop. Bradley, Erma: noon Saturday, New Morning Star Baptist Church, Tallulah. Carroll, Vera Mae: 2 p.m. Thursday, Riverside Baptist Church, Monroe. Cassel, Eleanor J.: 10 a.m. Friday, First United Methodist Church, Olla. Christopher, Tevin: 11 a.m. Saturday, Marion High School, Marion. Eagles, William Elmer: 11 a.m. Saturday, New Hope Baptist Church, Crowville. Hall, Imogene Reynolds: 2 p.m. Thursday, Faith Baptist Church, Bastrop. Henderson, Peggie Taylor: 2 p.m. Thursday, Edmonds Funeral Home, Jonesboro. Hinton, Paul A.: 11 a.m. Thursday, Griffin Funeral Home, West Monroe. Johnson, James: 1 p.m. Saturday, St. Mary CME Temple, Bastrop. Lee, Elizabeth Ann: 2 p.m. Friday, Griffin Funeral Home, West Monroe. Mitchell, Bobbie: 11 a.m. Saturday, Mount Sinai A.M.E. Church, Collinston. Morgan, Annie: 1 p.m. Saturday, New Mount Olive Grove Baptist Church, Bastrop. Murphy, Lelia Ann: 2 p.m. Saturday, Golden Funeral Home, Bastrop. Perryman, John: 2 p.m. Friday, Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Potts, Hester: 2 p.m. Thursday, Southern Funeral Home, Winnfield. Spivey, James: 1 p.m. Thursday, South Parkway Church, Ruston. Taylor Jr., Henry Jefferson "Jeffie": 2 p.m. Friday, Siloam Baptist Church, Gansville. Walker, Wilford: 10 a.m. Thursday, Cox Funeral Home, Delhi.

Jan 25, 2013 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

Louise Gray Altick Funeral services for Louise Gray Altick will be at 2:00p.m. Saturday, January 26, 2013, at Grace Episcopal Church with The Very Rev'd T. Whitfield Stodghill, III, The Rev'd William R. Bryant, and Archdeacon Bette J. Kauffman, Ph.D., officiating. Interment will follow at Mulhearn Memorial Park under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home of Monroe. Louise Gray Altick, age 72, passed away peacefully at home in Monroe on January 23, 2013 after a courageous battle with ovarian cancer. She was born in Monroe, Louisiana, in December 1940. She attended Georgia Tucker Grammar School and Neville High School where she first met James Arthur Altick, the man who would become her best friend and husband of 50 years. She attended Louisiana State University in Baton Rouge, graduating with a B.S. in Nutrition and Dietetics. She and her beloved Jim moved back to Monroe in June of 1964 where they spent the rest of their lives together until his death in 2012. Accomplished professional, unwavering advocate for causes she held dear, tireless community volunteer, faithful friend, devoted wife and mother --- Louise Altick succeeded in many things in her lifetime. When asked recently to reflect on those accomplishments, she quickly answered that watching three children and nine grandchildren grow into caring, admirable people had been the most rewarding experience for her. She believed that a strong family with loving Christian values at its center is the key to a thriving and successful community. Louise genuinely loved her community, and her actions reflected that. Among the many areas in which she volunteered and in many instances held leadership positions were the Monroe Symphony League (vice president); Junior League of Monroe (president, treasurer, original Cotton Country Collection cookbook committee, sustainer); National Junior League (Area 5 Council Member); Youth House of Ouachita (co-founder, secretary, treasurer, nutrition consultant); United Way (board member, cabinet member, campaign chairman, and co-founder of the Steamboat Club); Monroe Symphony Orchestra (board member); Mayor's Commission on the Needs of Women (president); River Oaks School (Board secretary and Tennis Team coordinator); St. Albans Episcopal Church (Flower Guild, lay reader); Grace Episcopal Church (vestry member, secretary, lay reader); Monroe Garden Study League (flower show co-chair); The Review Club; The Book Club; the Neville High School Family and Friends; the YWCA (advisory board member); the Colonial Dames XVII Century; the Ft. Miro chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution (1st and 2nd vice regent); "The Bridge Club" and Pi Beta Phi alumnae. Recognition of her service came through a variety of honors and awards. Among those were the Junior League of Monroe's coveted Louise Seymour Award for outstanding service; Member Emeritus status conferred by the Monroe Symphony League (one of only three individuals so honored thus far); listings in Outstanding Young Woman of Ouachita Parish and Outstanding Young Woman of Louisiana; and the Distinguished Service Award by the Youth House of Ouachita, Inc. given in appreciation for her more than 20 years of continuous service to that home for girls. Most recently she was named one of the "Sweet Sixteen Most Influential Women of the Delta" by Delta Style magazine. Louise put her LSU degree into formal practice by working with the Delta-Ouachita Vo-Tech and Bastrop Vo-Tech institutions as an instructor in nutrition and diet therapy for their LPN programs. When her husband was diagnosed with Parkinson's Disease (PD) fourteen years ago, she and Jim established the Northeast Louisiana PD Support Group, a group meeting monthly to provide informational and emotional support to those facing the challenges of living with Parkinson's. Following her husband's death last year, this group was renamed in recognition of their work in this field. She also served as representative of the northern part of Louisiana for the Parkinson Action Network and was a board member of the Parkinson Association of Louisiana. Louise Altick is preceded in death by James Arthur Altick, her husband of 50 years; Courtland Prentice Gray, Jr., her father; and James Arthur "Trey" Altick, III, her grandson. She is survived by her mother, Betty Ormond Gray of Monroe; daughter Ormond Altick Guenard and her husband Jay of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania; son James Arthur Altick, Jr., and his wife Helena of Monroe; daughter Connie Altick Banovac and her husband Filip of Alexandria, Virginia; brother Courtland Prentice Gray, III, and his wife Pat of Plano, Texas; brother Woods Eastland Gray and his wife Mary of Fayetteville, North Carolina; and brother-in-law Daniel Anthony Altick, Jr. and his wife Connie Sue of Monroe. Also honoring her memory are eight granddaughters: Courtney and Sarah Anne Guenard; Frances, Hannah and Abi Altick; Anna, Lauren and Lia Banovac; and numerous nieces and nephews. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to: - St. Alban's Episcopal Church, 2816 Deborah Drive, Monroe, LA 71201 - Foodbank of Northeast Louisiana, The BackPack for Kids Program, P.O. Box 5048, Monroe, LA 71211 - United Way of Northeast LA, 1201 Hudson Lane, Monroe, LA 71201 or a charity of your choice . Pallbearers will be Keats Everett, Leonard Garlington, Carrick Inabnett, Lestar Martin, Hugh McDonald, and Larry Winter. Visitation will be from 4:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. Friday, January 25, 2013 at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, 1200 Lamy Lane, Monroe, LA. On-line condolences may be made to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com Kilpatrick Funeral Home Monroe, Louisiana Published in The News Star on January 25, 2013

Kathryn Berwick Kathryn Berwick, 61, of Lake Charles died at 8:00 PM on Tuesday, January 22, 2013 at her residence. Kathryn was born on January 4, 1952 in Newellton, LA and lived in St. Joseph, LA until retiring and moving to Lake Charles three years ago. She was a 1969 graduate of Davidson High School and a 1973 LSU graduate. Kathryn was the former general manager of Delta Downs and also a rancher for Locust Land Plantation and the Lee Berwick Ranch. Kathryn was a member of the First Baptist Church in St. Joseph, LA. She adored animals and had several pets. Kathryn raised registered Quarter Horses and registered Brahman Cattle. She belonged to the American Quarter Horse Association and the Louisiana Cattleman's Association. She leaves behind a step mother, Betty Berwick; two step sisters, Tracy and Terry; several nieces and nephews; aunts, Barbara Allen Bagley and Mary Elinor Allen Crigler; uncle, James C. Crigler, Sr.; first cousins, Michele Schulz, George Bagley, Jr., Lydia Lauer, James C. Crigler, Jr., John D. Crigler, Sr., William S. Crigler, Sr., Allen S. Crigler, Sr., Robert Shep Crigler, Merle Berwick, Lynn Berwick, Larry Hatsfield, and Yvonne Simone; numerous second and third cousins; and special friends, Ricki Parker, Lisa Tate, Rowena Delahoussaye, and Pat Smith. She was preceded in death by her parents, Margery Allen Berwick and Lee Berwick, Sr.; a brother, Lee Berwick, Jr., uncles, Archie and Ellis Berwick; and an aunt, Willie Berwick. Visitation will be on Friday, January 25, 2013 from 2:00 PM until 7:00 PM in the Johnson Funeral Home in Lake Charles, LA. Burial will be in Legion Memorial Cemetery in Newellton, LA under the direction of Young's Funeral Home in Ferriday, LA on Saturday, January 26, 2013 at 10:00 AM. Words of comfort to the family may be expressed at www.johnsonfuneralhome.net Johnson Funeral Home Lake Charles, LA Published in The News Star on January 25, 2013

Robert Elkin Funeral services for Robert Elkin, 45, of Monroe, will be held at 11:00 AM Saturday, January 26, 2013, at North Monroe Baptist Church, with Rev. David Worthington officiating. Interment will follow at Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Mr. Elkin passed away Wednesday, January 23, 2013, at Glenwood Regional Medical Center. Robert was full of life and touched the hearts of many people. He was a marine, a son, a husband, a father, and a friend. He was an accomplished scuba diver, loved to ski, ride motorcycles, and go to the movies every Friday. His life was cut way to short. Survivors include his wife, Deborah A. Elkin; children, Zachary Elkin and Katelyn Elkin; parents, Roger and Gail Elkin of Monroe; two brothers, Richard Elkin and wife Dani of West Monroe and their children, Zoe and Duece Elkin; and Randy Elkin and wife Mignon of Niceville, FL and their children, Myer and Myranda Elkin. Pallbearers will be Mike Fendall, Frank Bumgarden, Bo Carter, Martin Navarro, Todd Newman, Mark Nappier, Mark Hatok, and Keith Chamblin. Visitation will be Friday from 4:00 PM until 7:00 PM at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Memorials may be made to River Oaks High School. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on January 25, 2013

Patsy Ann Brister Lewis Services celebrating the life of Patsy Ann Brister Lewis will be Saturday, January 26, 2013 at 11:00 AM at First Baptist Church Ruston. Officiating will be her pastor, Dr. Chris Craig. A brief graveside service will follow immediately at Forest Lawn Cemetery, 2300 West California Avenue, in Ruston. The family will receive friends prior to the service at the First Baptist Church from 9:00 AM to service time. Patsy Lewis passed away Wednesday, January 23, 2013 after a long, graceful fight with mesothelioma. She was 78. Patsy was born February 28, 1934 in Bunkie, Louisiana. She graduated from Bunkie High School and from Louisiana College, where she was Homecoming Queen in 1954, May Queen in 1955 and editor of "The Wildcat," the college newspaper. A "coach's wife," she taught at Sulphur, Jonesboro-Hodge, Simsboro and Ruston high schools before graduating from Louisiana Tech University in Counseling and Guidance in 1969; three years later, she became the University's Dean of Admissions, Basic and Career Studies and Director of Orientation. She loved "Coach" and her sons, and maybe it was because of them that she took a special interest in making sure many boys and girls who might not have gone to college(or stayed in college) not only got into Louisiana Tech, but also graduated. Among the pictures of family and friends in her Tech offices were these two framed sayings: "It is more important to be nice than nice to be important," and "Bloom Where You Are Planted." Patsy lived her own advice. Patsy joined FBC Ruston in 1963 and remained an active member until her death. She was a member of Bess Cook's Joy Sunday School class. Her example extended far beyond her steady attendance at the 8:30 a.m. Sunday morning service, second pew, right side, on the aisle. Even after her 1990 retirement from Tech, she continued to encourage and inspire by example. She also joined the Northern Louisiana Medical Center Auxiliary and logged more than 1,000 hours of volunteer service. A member of the Ruston Garden Study Club, she was a lover of beauty and of all God's Earth, whether it had pansies or tomatoes growing from it or football players running on it. Many owe a huge debt to Patsy for her friendship, her example, her guidance, her priceless smiles and love. She was a godly, beautiful woman, both inside and out. Patsy is survived by her husband of 57 years, Coach E.J. Lewis; sons, Luke DeWitt Lewis and wife Donna Crowson Lewis, Jedd Brister Lewis and wife Melanie Morgan Lewis; grandchildren, Logan James Lewis, Keegan James Lewis, Jacob Brister Lewis, Austin Guillory Lewis, Morgan Camp Lewis, Albany Ann Lewis; one great-grandchild, Asher Alexander Bailey; her brother, Walter A. Brister, Jr. and wife Frances of Monroe; sisters Fern B. Fifield and June B. Gough of Ruston and Carol B. Martin of Shreveport; as well as several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, Walter and Mamie Brister. Serving as pallbearers will be Randy Ewing, Terry Ewing, Billy Belding, Hudson Akin, Doug Jeffcoat, Dr. Virgil Orr, John Morgan and Marion Townsend. Patsy requests that, in lieu of flowers, donations be made to the First Baptist Building Fund, 200 South Trenton Street, Ruston, LA 71270. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com Kilpatrick Funeral Home Ruston, LA Published in The News Star on January 25, 2013

Rev. Thomas Reighney Rev. Thomas Reighney, 64, formerly of West Monroe, died Wednesday, January 16, 2013 in Jennings, LA. He was a retired Presbyterian minister of Jennings/Welsh and formerly worked for the Ouachita Parish Sheriff's Department. Visitation will be held at Highland Presbyterian Church in West Monroe, Jan. 28, 4:00 p.m. until 6:00 p.m. with a Memorial Service at 6:00 p.m. with Rev. Joe Hill and Rev. Rhodes Stipp officiating. Rev. Reighney is survived by his wife, Mary Horton Reighney of Welsh, his daughter, Karen Reighney, son-in-law Louis Green and grandson, Kendyll Reighney of Dry Creek, LA and his sister, Virginia Reighney of Arlington, VA. Words of comfort may be expressed to the family at www.miguezfuneralhome.com Miguez Funeral Home Jennings, LA Published in The News Star on January 25, 2013James Arnold, 60 ST. JOSEPH — James Arnold, a retired teacher, died Jan. 17. Services are noon Saturday at Guildfield Baptist Church. Visitation is 2-5 p.m. Friday at Beckwith Golden Gate Funeral Home, Tallulah. Burial will be in Lakewood Cemetery.

Jack Warren Robinson (Jack Junior) Jack was born on January 24, 1932 in Danville, LA and passed from this life together with his wife Thelma Brewster Robinson on January 22, 2013 in an auto accident at Athens, TX. Jack left behind Sons: Rodney Glen Robinson and wife Peggy of Quitman, LA; Darrell Robinson and wife Susan of West Monroe, LA; Keith Robinson and wife Peggy of Vicksburg, MS. Stepdaughters: Stacia Emerson and husband David of Dallas, TX and Shannon Brown and husband Joseph of Ruston, LA. Jack is also survived by Grandsons: TSGT David Warren Robinson and wife Sarah of Newport, VA; Michael Glen Robinson of Quitman, LA; and Adam Emerson of Dallas, TX, granddaughters: Tobie Prejean of Carencro, LA; Christina Watts and husband Rev. Paul Watts of Franklinton, LA; Melinda Robinson of Jena, LA; Lindsey Wagley of Lafayette, LA; Brittany Anderson of Vicksburg, MS; Lauren Martin and husband Bob of Mobile, AL; Michaela Emerson of Dallas, TX; McKenna Brown of Ruston, LA; and thirteen great-grandchildren. Brothers: L. L. (Slick) Robinson of Quitman, LA; Clyde W. (Peanut) Robinson of Jonesboro, LA; Sisters: Betty Jean Carpenter of Saline, LA; Robbie Lou McConathy of Quitman, LA; and Janice Driggers of Indian Springs, Ohio. Jack was preceded in death by his parents Warren and Dora Louise Greer Robinson, his wife of 58 years Christine Alexander Robinson and sisters; JoAnn Abercrombie and Helen Rivard. Jack graduated from Friendship High School in Friendship, LA in 1950 and began a short career as a truck driver at Hodge, LA then enlisted in the U. S. Air Force in 1953, retiring in 1973 with the rank of Chief Master Sergeant (E9) as an Avionic Superintendent and Combat Crew Member. Military service assignments included Korea, Vietnam, Japan, England, Texas, Arkansas, Ohio, and Maine. Awards and Decorations include air medals with 3OLC as an Airborne Maintenance Tech (AMT) on Combat mission in Vietnam, Meritorious Service, Commemoration Medal, Korean, Vietnam Service medals, and the Combat Crew Badge. After retiring from the Air Force in 1973, he began a 27 year career with CenturyTel in Olive Branch, MS as a supervisor and progressed through the positions of Manager, Division Manager and Vice President for telephone companies in Mississippi, Louisiana and Texas in 1981. In 1981, he moved his family back to Christine's birthplace, Jackson Parish, and went back to his roots of gardening, Church work, and activities at BAFB, and community service with Friendship High School ground (Southern Baptist Association) and commuted to work at various headquarter locations for CenturyTel. In 1984, he transferred to Monroe, LA as Vice President of Telecom Operations retiring in 1997. He was retained as a consultant for several years in the area of acquisitions of new telephone companies in mid-west northwestern states. Jack and Thelma married in 2012. They had a very active life exercising, traveling, visiting family and attending Cook Baptist Church in Ruston, LA. Visitation will be from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. January 25, 2013 at Edmonds Funeral Home in Jonesboro, LA. Funeral service will be at 10:00 a.m. January 26, 2013 at McDonald Baptist Church in Jonesboro, LA. You may view our website and send condolences at www.edmondsfuneralhome.com Published in The News Star on January 25, 2013

Funeral services for Bennie H. Russell, 93 of West Monroe, LA will be held at 10:00 a.m., Saturday, January 26, 2013 in the chapel of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe. Rev. Butch Pilcher will officiate. Interment will follow at Kilpatrick's Serenity Gardens under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe. Mr. Russell was born February 27, 1919 and passed away January 21, 2013. He worked at State Farm Insurance as a machinist until he retired and spent four years in the United States Army during World War II. Mr. Russell was loved by his family and friends and will be missed. He is survived by his children; Alicia G. Moore and husband Jim, Larry Wayne Russell and wife Debbie and Paula E. Anderson and husband R.G; 5 grandchildren 9 great-grandchildren and 7 great-great grandchildren. In lieu of flowers please make donations to St. Jude's or the American Heart Association . Visitation will be held Friday from 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe. Online condolences may be sent ot hte fmaily at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on January 25, 2013

Mary Barnes, 58 BASTROP — Mary Barnes, a homemaker, died Jan. 15. Services are noon Saturday at Morehouse Association Building. Visitation is 2-6 p.m. Friday at Tennant Funeral Home. Burial will be in Trousdale Cemetery, Collinston.

Ezra G. Beason, 66 OAK GROVE — Ezra Gerald Beason, a retired EMT, died Tuesday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Cox Funeral Home. Visitation is 4-7 p.m. Friday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Red Wing Cemetery.

Effie C. Burson, 92 Effie Cornella Eppinette Burson of West Monroe, a hairdresser, died Sunday. Memorial services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Visitation is 10 a.m. Saturday until service time.

Annie B. Colvin, 96 BOLIVAR, Mo. —Annie Bernice Colvin, formerly of Rayville, a homemaker, licensed practical nurse and part-time postal worker, died Tuesday. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Rayville. Visitation is noon Saturday until service time at the funeral home. Burial will be in Start Cemetery, Start.

Mary B. Davis, 52 Mary Bass Davis of Monroe, a homemaker, died Saturday. Memorial services are 5 p.m. Saturday at Smith Funeral Home, Monroe.

Dorothy Goodwin, 70 PIONEER — Dorothy "Dot" Pillars Goodwin, formerly of Tallulah, a retired special ed teacher and longtime cashier at TA Truck Stop in Tallulah, died Wednesday. Memorial services are 10 a.m. Saturday at Cox Funeral Home, Delhi.

Charles B. Henry Sr., 73 Charles B. Henry Sr. of Monroe, a retired Ouachita Parish Sheriff's deputy, died Tuesday. Services are 11 a.m. Friday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Kramer Cemeteries, Alexandria Memorial Gardens, Alexandria.

Flora Hicks, 87 COLLINSTON — Flora Hicks, a retired town clerk for the city of Collinston, died Thursday. Services are 2 p.m. Sunday at Golden Funeral Home, Bastrop. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Saturday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Carter Cemetery, Bastrop.

Louise E. Jackson, 84 Louise E. Jackson of Monroe, a homemaker, died Thursday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Smith Funeral Home, Monroe.

Lucenda Kelley, 82 MISSOURI CITY, Texas — Lucenda Debose Kelley, formerly of Rayville, a homemaker, died Wednesday. Services are noon Saturday at Mount Zion Baptist Church, Rayville. Visitation is 6-7 p.m. Friday at Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville. Burial will be in St. Dee Cemetery, Start.

Mary Manning, 91 MARION — Mary Manning, a retired U.S. Navy intelligence specialist, died Monday. Services are 10 a.m. Saturday at Farrar Funeral Home, Farmerville. Visitation will be one hour prior to the service. Burial will be in Roark Cemetery.

Marvin J. Mays, 65 RUSTON — Marvin J. Mays, a retired city maintenance worker, died Jan. 17. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at New Hope Baptist Church. Visitation is 1-5 p.m. Friday at King's Funeral Home. Burial will be in Grambling Memorial Gardens, Grambling.

Addie McDaniel, 64 MER ROUGE — Addie McDaniel, a certified dietitian, died Sunday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at Cherry Hill No. 2 Baptist Church, Galion. Visitation is 5-7 p.m. Friday at New Jerusalem No. 2 Baptist Church, Bastrop. Burial will be in Cherry Hill No. 2 Cemetery, Galion, under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Bastrop.

Gwyn McMurry, 3 Emma Jo McMurry, infant Gwyn McMurry and Emma Jo McMurry of West Monroe died Monday. Services are 10 a.m. Friday at Soul's Harbor United Pentecostal Church. Burial will be in Kilpatrick's Serenity Gardens under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

John Perryman, 56 John Perryman of Monroe, a welder, died Monday. Services are 2 p.m. Friday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park, Monroe.

Shelby L. Ray, 66 Shelby L. Ray of West Monroe, a stocker, died Wednesday. Services are 2 p.m. Friday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Burial will be in Hasley Cemetery, West Monroe.

Thelma B. Robinson, 70 SIMSBORO — Thelma Brewster Robinson, a business owner, died Tuesday. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at Cook Baptist Church, Ruston. Visitation is 5-7 p.m. Friday at Owens Memorial Chapel, Ruston. Burial will be in Antioch Cemetery.

Bennie Russell, 93 Bennie Russell of West Monroe, a machine operator, died Monday. Services are 10 a.m. Saturday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Friday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Kilpatrick's Serenity Gardens, West Monroe.

Reeves A. Stephenson, 90 LAFAYETTE — Reeves Allen Stephenson, a civil engineer, died Tuesday. Services are 10 a.m. Saturday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Ruston. Visitation is 5-7 p.m. Friday at the funeral home. Burial will be in New Hope Cemetery.

Roberta Tyler, 74 LAKE PROVIDENCE — Roberta Tyler, a homemaker, died Saturday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at Central Baptist No. 2 Church. Visitation is 1-5 p.m. Friday at Harris Funeral Home. Burial will be in St. Mary Cemetery.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED Armstrong, Sylvia Virgil: 2:30 p.m. Saturday, Lake Providence Senior High School. Baker, Mattie Lee: 11 a.m. Saturday, Riverside Missionary Baptist Church, Monroe. Barnes, Mary: noon Saturday, New Morning Star Baptist Church, Bastrop. Bradley, David: 11 a.m. Saturday, Mount Olive Baptist Church, Bastrop. Bradley, Erma: noon Saturday, New Morning Star Baptist Church, Tallulah. Cassel, Eleanor J.: 10 a.m. Friday, First United Methodist Church, Olla. Christopher, Tevin: 11 a.m. Saturday, Marion High School, Marion. Dugano, Sadie Mae: 11 a.m. Saturday, Lake Providence Senior High School. Eagles, William Elmer: 11 a.m. Saturday, New Hope Baptist Church, Crowville. Farmer Sr., Sam L.: 11 a.m. Saturday, Calvary Missionary Baptist Church, West Monroe. Fletcher, Louis Troy: 2 p.m. Friday, Riser Funeral Home, Columbia. Johnson, James: 1 p.m. Saturday, St. Mary CME Temple, Bastrop. Lain, Bertha Lee: 11 a.m. Saturday, Mount Nebo Baptist Church, Monroe. Lee, Elizabeth Ann: 2 p.m. Friday, Griffin Funeral Home, West Monroe. Lewis, Patsy Ann Brister: 11 a.m. Saturday, First Baptist Church, Ruston. Martin, Beatrice Smith: 2 p.m. Saturday, St. Mary Baptist Church, Monroe. Mitchell, Bobbie: 11 a.m. Saturday, Mount Sinai A.M.E. Church, Collinston. Morgan, Annie: 1 p.m. Saturday, New Mount Olive Grove Baptist Church, Bastrop. Murphy, Lelia Ann: 2 p.m. Saturday, Golden Funeral Home, Bastrop. Nichols, Francis: 11 a.m. Friday, Newlight Baptist Church, Monroe. Paige, Nettie Jane: 11 a.m. Saturday, Evening Star Baptist Church, Monroe. Perryman, John: 2 p.m. Friday, Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Taylor Jr., Henry Jefferson "Jeffie": 2 p.m. Friday, Siloam Baptist Church, Gansville. Veazey, J.C. "Bud": 4 p.m. Friday, Golden Funeral Home, Bastrop.

Jan 26, 2013 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

Ernestine H. Coker Funeral services for Mrs. Ernestine H. Coker, 77, will be 2:00 pm Sunday, January 27, 2013, at the chapel of Griffin Funeral Home officiating the service will be Revs. Charles Dupree and Wade Coker. Interment will follow at New Chapel Hill Cemetery. Mrs. Coker was born in Wisner on February 5, 1935 and continued her spiritual journey on Friday Morning January 25, 2013 at her residence. She was a resident of Calhoun, a homemaker and a member of New Chapel Hill Baptist Church. Mom was the perfect example of what a mother and wife is. She was never the center of attention, but was always there for her family and friends. She is survived by her husband of 57 years Billy Ray Coker; her children Wanda Davis (Steve), Ray Coker (Kay), Wade Coker (Dee Ann); her grandchildren Chad Coker (Amanda) , Tony Coker, Heath Davis (Amy), Drew Coker, Michelle Coker and Nathan Coker; her great grandchildren Logan and Katie Coker; her brother Ronald Hickingbottom (Penny). Pallbearers will be Chad Coker, Drew Coker, Tony Coker, Heath Davis, Wesley Coker and Matt Coker Visitation for friends will be Saturday 5:00 pm until 8:00 pm. Online guest book at www.griffinfuneralhome.net Griffin Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on January 26, 2013

Ruth Monroe Hogg Funeral services for Ruth Josephine Monroe Hogg, age 93 of Columbia, will be held at 2 PM Sunday, January 27, 2013 from the sanctuary of Cross Roads Baptist Church in Grayson, LA with Bro. Tommy Nelson officiating. Interment will follow in the Cross Roads Cemetery. Visitation will be Saturday evening, January 26, 2013, at Riser Funeral Home in Columbia from 4 PM to 8 PM. Mrs. Hogg was born on February 25, 1919 in Grayson, LA to the union of Henry Clint Monroe and Melissa Ann Volentine Monroe and passed from this life on Thursday, January 24, 2013. She married Woodrow Wilson "Kipe" Hogg in Olla, LA on November 23, 1935. She was a member of Cross Roads Baptist Church. She was a sports enthusiast including, but not limited to dominoes, cards games, LSU and Saint's Football. She loved babies and enjoyed watching her grandchildren and great-grandchildren participate in any sporting event or school function. She enjoyed the outdoors by working in her yard with flowers and enjoyed reading. Those who met her at the Heavenly gates were her parents; her husband; two daughters: Norma Jean Hogg and Carolyn Sue Bryan; three sons: Wayne W. Hogg, Landry Jade Hogg and Reginald Neil Hogg; four brothers; four sisters and one grandson, Scott Bryan. Left to cherish her memory are two daughters: Johnnie R. Beatty of Ruston and Sandra F. Rushing (Gerald) of Grayson; three sons: Glenn W. Hogg (Janice), Gary L. Hogg (Carol) and Billy H. Hogg all of Lamesa, TX; sister, Irene Case of West Monroe; twenty-six grandchildren; fifty-seven great-grandchildren and twelve great-great-grandchildren. Pallbearers will be her grandsons. Honorary pallbearers will be Arnold Thornton, Clint Thornton, Edsel Hogg and Todd Hogg. The family would like to express their thanks to the care, love and support received by her cargivers: Barbara Gaylor, Ann Griffin, Kimli Peckham and Susan Crawford, Special Home Health Aide, Barbara Duke and Dr. Pankaj Shroff. Online condolences may be made at www.riserfuneralhomes.com. Riser Funeral Home Columbia, LA Published in The News Star on January 26, 2013

James Johnson Funeral services for James Johnson, 71, of Bastrop, will be held at 1:00 p.m. Saturday, January 26, 2013 at St Mary CME Temple, with Rev. John D. Griffin, Jr officiating. Interment will follow at Henry V. Adams Cemetary on Kammel Street in Bastrop under the direction of Millers Funeral Home, Monroe, LA. James accepted the Lord as his Savior at an early age uniting with St. Luke Baptist Church in Monroe. He graduated from Carroll High School in 1960. James majored in Education and graduated from his beloved Southern University in 1964. He earned his Master of Education degree from Northeast Louisiana State College in 1969. On Christmas Day 1965, he married the former Mamie Marcelle Parker of New Orleans. They were blessed with two boys: Reginald James and Royce DeWayne. James and Mamie moved to Bastrop, they united with St. Mary C.M.E. Temple. James served as a Trustee, a member of the Steward Board, and a Sunday school teacher. He also served as church treasurer and many other church affiliations. James' passion for service manifested in his commitment to Fidelity Lodge #53, F. & A. M., P.H.A. where he was a Past Master and a former District Deputy Grand Master. With the Grand Court Heroines of Jericho, he was a Past Grand Most Worthy Joshua for the state of Louisiana. He served as High Priest for Providence Chapter #46, Holy Royal Arch Masons, P.H.A. He was member of the Order of the Eastern Star, Melverna Donald #61 and Past Potentate of Jomadi Temple #171, A.E.A.O.N.M.S. Shriners, Inc. He frequently attended meetings on the state and national levels. In the 1980's James initiated the establishment of a Cub Scout pack and a Boy Scout troop. He served as Scoutmaster. James departed this life on January 14, 2013. He is preceded in death by his wife, Mamie Marcelle Parker Johnson. He leaves to cherish his memory, his guidance, and his love: two sons, Reginald James and Royce DeWayne; three grandchildren, Miles Laurence Johnson of Austin, Texas, Marcellus DeWayne Johnson and Madison Zene Haydel of New Orleans, Louisiana; three brothers, Willie Johnson, Jr. of Dallas, Texas, Joseph Johnson (Danute') of Folsom, California, Ricky Johnson of Monroe, Louisiana; four sisters, Lula Mae Reed, Beverly Batiste, and Gloria Jean Reed, all of Los Angeles, California, and Margaret Johnson of Monroe, Louisiana; one aunt, Ida Mae Ealy of Oakland, California; one uncle Marcus Jones of Monroe, Louisiana; cousins-in-law, William Bigbee (Linda) of Atlanta, Georgia, Jana Clark Nero (Lloyd) of Zachary, Louisiana, and Barbara Sneed (Felton) of Shreveport, Louisiana. He is also survived by his two goddaughters, Jayme Clay of New Orleans, Louisiana and Krystal Bradford of Monroe, Louisiana, and a host of cousins, nieces and nephews. Miller Funeral Home Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on January 26, 2013

Gloria Neal Odom Funeral services for Mrs. Gloria Neal Odom, 79 of Farmerville, LA., will be held at 11:00 a.m. Monday, January 28, 2013 at Zion Hill Baptist Church, Farmerville, LA. Officiating the service will be Dr. Connie Ward. Interment will follow in Zion Hill Baptist Church Cemetery under direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home of Farmerville. Mrs. Odom was born on July 21, 1933 in Union Parish and passed away on January 25, 2013 after a lengthy illness. She was preceded in death by her parents: Horace and Mary Etta Neal. She is survived by her husband of 63 years: Kenneth Wayne Odom of Farmerville, LA; daughters: Shirley Odom Stuart (Charles) of Calhoun, LA; Jan Odom Crow (Roger) of Nashville, TN; grandchildren: Clint Stuart (Sayward), Dr. Anthony Stuart(Kelly), Greg Stuart, Christy Crow Mullen (Philip), Chad Crow (Ashley); and seven great-grandchildren: siblings Rose Tucker (Clyde), Allie Faye Taylor (Yyverne), Marvin Neal (Nelda): numerous nieces, nephews and other family and friends. Pallbearers are Walker Burson, Ray Hammons, John Neal, Kelby Neal, Randy Tucker, and Terry Tucker. Honorary Pallbearers will be Gayle Odom, Ross Odom, Ira Taylor, Clyde Tucker, and Scotty Tucker. Visitation will be held Sunday, January 27, 2013 from 5:00 P.M. until 7:00 P.M. at Kilpatrick Funeral Home in Farmerville, LA. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com. Kilpatrick Funeral Home Farmerville, LA. Published in The News Star on January 26, 2013

Sarah Elizabeth Nale Parsons Sarah Elizabeth Nale Parsons, 77, passed away on January 22, 2013 at OCH Regional Medical Center in Starkville, MS. She was a homemaker, member of First United Methodist Church in Starkville, where she was a member of the church choir. She is survived by her husband, George Parsons of Starkville, MS; sister, Gaye Walker of Calhoun, La.; brother, Finner Nale of Camden, AR; and a host of nieces and nephews. Visitation for Mrs. Parsons is scheduled for Friday, January 25, 2013 from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. in the First United Methodist Church sanctuary in Starkville, MS. Funeral services are scheduled for Saturday, January 26, 2013 at 2:00 p.m. at First United Methodist Church. Rev. Giles Linley, Rev. Bob Whiteside, and Rev. David Shoemaker will conduct the service. Graveside services will be held Sunday, January 27, 2013 at 2:00 p.m. at Roselawn Memorial Gardens in Calhoun, La., with the Rev. Tony Ganey conducting. You can go online and sign the guest register at: www.welchfuneralhomes.com Welch Funeral Home Starkville, MS Published in The News Star on January 26, 2013

Louise G. Altick, 72 Louise Gray Altick of Monroe, an instructor and community service leader, died Wednesday. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at Grace Episcopal Church, Monroe. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Monroe.

Freddie L. Baskin, 50 Freddie Lee Baskin of Monroe died Saturday. Services were 11 a.m. Friday at Funerals by McFarland, Monroe. Burial was in Richwood Memorial Gardens, Richwood.

Patricia Broach, 74 Patricia Broach of Monroe, a licensed practical nurse, died Monday. Private services were under the direction of Griffin Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Ashley N. Elee, 29 BENTON, Ky. — Ashley Nicole Elee, who worked for Animal Rescue, died Saturday. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Burial will be in Kilpatrick's Serenity Gardens, West Monroe.

Robert Elkin, 45 Robert Elkin of Monroe, real estate and business owner, died Wednesday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at North Monroe Baptist Church. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery, under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Monroe.

Octavia H. Frazier, 86 Octavia H. Frazier of Monroe, a certified nursing assistant, died Saturday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Logtown Baptist Church, Monroe. Visitation is 1-6 p.m. Friday at Hester's Central State Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens, Richwood.

Jewel Moos, 91 Jewel "Kitty" Moos of West Monroe, a retired teacher, died Friday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Griffin Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Renita M. Neal, 42 Renita Michell Neal of Monroe, a homemaker, died Monday. Services are 11 a.m. Monday at Mount Olivet Baptist Church, Monroe. Visitation is 5-6 p.m. Saturday at Funerals by McFarland, Monroe. Burial will be in Magnolia Annex.

Myrtis B. Sanders, 96 Myrtis Belle Sanders of Monroe, a retired business owner, died Friday. Services are 2 p.m. Sunday at Cox Funeral Home, Oak Grove. Visitation is 1-2 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Oak Grove City Cemetery.

Irene V. Semmes, 83 Irene Virginia Semmes of West Monroe, a homemaker, died Thursday. Visitation is 4-7 p.m. Sunday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Other arrangements are incomplete.

Don A. Thompson, 58 Don A. Thompson of Monroe, regional manager of Bumper to Bumper Auto Parts, died Thursday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Monroe.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED Armstrong, Sylvia Virgil: 2:30 p.m. Saturday, Lake Providence Senior High School. Arnold, James: noon Saturday, Guildfield Baptist Church, St. Joseph. Baker, Mattie Lee: 11 a.m. Saturday, Riverside Missionary Baptist Church, Monroe. Barnes, Mary: noon Saturday, Morehouse Association Building, Bastrop. Beason, Ezra Gerald: 11 a.m. Saturday, Cox Funeral Home, Oak Grove. Bradley, David: 11 a.m. Saturday, Mount Olive Baptist Church, Bastrop. Bradley, Erma: noon Saturday, New Morning Star Baptist Church, Tallulah. Burson, Effie Cornella Eppinette: 11 a.m. Saturday, Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Christopher, Tevin: 11 a.m. Saturday, Marion High School, Marion. Colvin, Annie Bernice: 2 p.m. Saturday, Mulhearn Funeral Home, Rayville. Davis, Mary Bass: 5 p.m. Saturday, Smith Funeral Home, Monroe. Dugano, Sadie Mae: 11 a.m. Saturday, Lake Providence Senior High School. Eagles, William Elmer: 11 a.m. Saturday, New Hope Baptist Church, Crowville. Farmer Sr., Sam L.: 11 a.m. Saturday, Calvary Missionary Baptist Church, West Monroe. Goodwin, Dorothy "Dot" Pillars: 10 a.m. Saturday, Cox Funeral Home, Delhi. Hicks, Flora: 2 p.m. Sunday, Golden Funeral Home, Bastrop. Johnson, James: 1 p.m. Saturday, St. Mary CME Temple, Bastrop. Kelley, Lucenda Debose: noon Saturday, Mount Zion Baptist Church, Rayville. Lain, Bertha Lee: 11 a.m. Saturday, Mount Nebo Baptist Church, Monroe. Lewis, Patsy Ann Brister: 11 a.m. Saturday, First Baptist Church, Ruston. Manning, Mary: 10 a.m. Saturday, Farrar Funeral Home, Farmerville. Martin, Beatrice Smith: 2 p.m. Saturday, St. Mary Baptist Church, Monroe. Mays, Marvin J.: 11 a.m. Saturday, New Hope Baptist Church, Ruston. McDaniel, Addie: 1 p.m. Saturday, Cherry Hill No. 2 Baptist Church, Galion. Mitchell, Bobbie: 11 a.m. Saturday, Mount Sinai A.M.E. Church, Collinston. Morgan, Annie: 1 p.m. Saturday, New Mount Olive Grove Baptist Church, Bastrop. Murphy, Lelia Ann: 2 p.m. Saturday, Golden Funeral Home, Bastrop. Paige, Nettie Jane: 11 a.m. Saturday, Evening Star Baptist Church, Monroe. Robinson, Thelma Brewster: 2 p.m. Saturday, Cook Baptist Church, Ruston. Russell, Bennie: 10 a.m. Saturday, Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Stephenson, Reeves Allen: 10 a.m. Saturday, Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Ruston. Tyler, Roberta: 1 p.m. Saturday, Central Baptist No. 2 Church, Lake Providence.

Jan 27 , 2013 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

Diane Hartness Funeral services for Mrs. Diane Hartness, 64, will be 11am Monday at the chapel of Griffin Funeral Home. Interment will follow at Roselawn Cemetery. Mrs. Hartness was born on September 18, 1948 and passed from this life on Friday January 25, 2013 at Northern Louisiana Medical Center Ruston. She was a resident of Calhoun and a homemaker . She is survived by her husband Paul E. Hartness; her children Tim Hartness, Dawn Perkins (Scott) and Sarah Diffy (Eric); siblings Emily Brown, Charlotte Hart, Paula McKelvey and Bill Moss; also survived by 7 grandchildren, nieces and nephews. Visitation for friends after 10am until time of service Monday. Online guest book at www.griffinfuneralhome.net Griffin Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on January 27, 2013

Aubrey Doyle Jones Funeral services for Mr. Aubrey Doyle Jones, 81, of Point, LA will be held 10:00AM Monday at the chapel of Farrar Funeral Home with Bro. Ricky Nolan officiating. Interment will be in the Mt. Ararat Cemetery near Downsville with arrangements under the direction of Farrar Funeral Home of Farmerville. Mr. Jones, a retired mechanic, and owner of American Lure & Tackle where he made "Judge Spinner Baits" went to his heavenly home Friday January 25, 2013. He was a native of Union Parish and a United States Army Veteran. He is preceded in death by his parents; Dillard & Gladys Jones;1 Brother: Jimmy Buck Jones1 Sister: Joydell Lipscomb Survivors are his 3sons: Ricky Jones & wife Malissa; David Jones & wife Sandra; Jamie Jones & wife Lisa Jones.1 Daughter: Diane Crain1 Sister: Annette Bayles 9 Grandchildren: Micheal Crain, Michelle Watson, Brandon Albritton, Kelsey Jones, Shanna Pender, Brent Jones, Brittney Jones, Ryan Jones & Lisa Marie Jones. 10 Great Grandchildren: Kaylynn, Hunter, Alissa, Payslee, Hayleigh, Harper, Payton, Madalyn, Raylin & Zaida. Pallbearers: Stacy Boggs, Scott Smith, Scott Dalrymple, Stacy Foote, Goree Antley and Terry Nance. Visitation will be 5-8PM Sunday at Farrar Funeral Home in Farmerville. Online messages for the family may be left at farrarfh.com. Farrar Funeral Home-Farmerville, LA Published in The News Star on January 27, 2013

Irene Hicks Semmes Services for Mrs. Irene Hicks Semmes, 83, of Eros, Louisiana, will be held at 10:00 A.M., Monday, January 28, 2013, at St. Paschal Catholic Church in West Monroe, Louisiana, with Rev. Richard Norsworthy officiating. Interment will follow in Riverview Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home in West Monroe. Mrs. Semmes died on January 24, 2013, at Glenwood Regional Medical Center following a lengthy illness. She was a charter member of St. Joseph's Catholic Church for over 55 years as well as a member of the Alter Society. Mrs. Semmes was in every sense of the word a true domestic engineer. She was an expert seamstress, spotless housekeeper, outstanding cook, and loving and devoted wife and mother. The doors of her home were open to all. She was preceded in death by her parents, George Allen and Cleardy Mae Hicks, and all of her brothers and sisters. Survivors include her husband of 64 years, Thomas A. Semmes, Sr., of Eros, LA; four daughters, Leslie Semmes Nappier and husband, James, of Columbia, LA; Bessie Semmes Boothe and husband, Alvin, of West Monroe, LA; Brenda Semmes Kelly of Atlanta, GA; and Eileen Semmes Hardin and husband, Scott, of Austin, TX; one son, Tommy Semmes, Jr. and companion, LaJuana Stephenson, of West Monroe, LA; eleven grandchildren, Mike Nappier and wife, Kim; Sherry Nappier Currington and husband, Tim; Greg Nappier and wife, April; Chris Nappier; Amy Semmes Smith and husband, Mike; Tommy Semmes III and wife, Stormy; Kim Cummings Loe and husband, Tommy; Ariel Kelly; A. J. Kelly; Seth Staples; and Caleb Staples; thirteen great grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews. Her husband and children would like to express their heartfelt gratitude to Legacy Hospice and Ridgecrest Nursing Home for the excellent and compassionate care rendered to their loved one during her illness. The family especially appreciated the many visits and prayers by Legacy's chaplain, Deanna Corbett. Pallbearers will be grandsons Mike Nappier, Greg Nappier, Chris Nappier, Tommy Semmes III, Seth Staples, Caleb Staples, and great grandson Storm Nappier. Honorary pallbearers will be her sons-in-law James H. Nappier and Alvin Boothe, Jr. who spent many hours sitting by her side. Visitation will be 4:00 P.M. until 7:00 P.M. Sunday, January 27, with a vigil wake service at 6:00 P.M. at Mulhearn Funeral Home in West Monroe, Louisiana. All memorials and donations may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital in Memphis, Tennessee, to which she was a faithful contributor. Online Registry/ Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on January 27, 2013

Penny Garrett Memorial services for Penny Garrett, 69, of West Monroe, LA will be held at 2:00 pm Monday, January 28, 2013 at St. Patrick's Episcopal Church located at 1712 Wellerman Road West Monroe. Fr. Robert Dandridge will be officiating. Reception for family and friends will follow in parish hall. Interment will be at Arlington Cemetery in El Dorado, AR at a later date. Penny was born in El Dorado, AR to R. N. Garrett and Agnes Soule Garrett of El Dorado. She was the wife of John Wooldridge; she was preceded in death by her parents and her husband. Penny was a graduate of University of Indiana, Music Major and earned her Master's also in Music at University of AR. She taught Music at ULM prior to retiring. Penny was a Cat Judge with The International Cat Association . She was also breeder of Siamese and Oriental cats for the last 25 plus years. She was a member of the Order of DOK and the Alter Guild at St. Patrick's Church. She is survived by her cousins, Rosamond Banks (David), Carol Felton (Barry) Cynthia Sample , Carol Bell and Kitty Paulding , as well as her care giver/housemate Pat Muise (George). In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to PAWS of Northeast Louisiana, P.O. Box 15432, Monroe, LA 71207 or American Cancer Society , www.cancer.org Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on January 27, 2013

Jan 28, 2013 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

Hunter St. Clair Funeral Services for Hunter St. Clair, 10, of West Monroe, LA will be held at 2:00 P.M. Tuesday, January 29, 2013 in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA with Rev. Eddy Shoemaker officiating. Interment will follow in the Hasley Cemetery in West Monroe, LA. Hunter was born on July 11, 2002 in Lincoln Parish, LA and died on January 25, 2013 in Monroe, LA. He was a fun loving kid who never met a stranger. Hunter is preceded in death by his brother, Paul Franklin St. Clair, Jr.; grandparents, Nancy and Joseph St. Clair, Lucy and Arlo Whitlock and Ralph Terry. Survivors include his parents, Paul and Traci St. Clair; grandparents, Edith and Everett Whitlock; great grandmother, Etolia Terry; sister, Nancy Williams; uncle, Joe St. Clair; aunts, Terri Whitlock Jensen and husband, Wayne Jensen, Tanya Whitlock and Sandy Johnson; cousins, Bronica Moss and husband, Chuck Moss and their son, Donald Moss, Donnell Ray and her daughters, Angel Conerly, Abbi Ray, Trenidy Fletcher, and Erica Fletcher, Tommy Shivers, Jr., April Shivers and her daughters, Allie Correro and Nattie Correro. Visitation will be held from 4:00 P.M. until 8:00 P.M. Monday, January 28, 2013 at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe, LA. Pallbearers will be Chuck Moss, Tommy Shivers, Sr., Tommy Shivers, Jr., and Lonnie Shephard. A memorial account has been setup at Centric Federal Credit Union in Traci St. Clair's name to help with financial needs. Online Registry/ Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Published in The News Star from January 28 to January 29, 2013

Lois West Elkins Funeral services for Mrs. Lois West Elkins, 99, of Spearsville will be 10:00am Tuesday, January 29, 2013 at Mt. Union Baptist Church, Spearsville, with Bro. Marcelle McGee officiating. Burial will follow in Mt. Union Cemetery. Arrangements are under the direction of Golden Funeral Home. Mrs. Elkins was born November 24, 1913 in Aurelle, AR. She was a retired farmer and homemaker. Mrs. Elkins, a member of Mt. Union Baptist Church, passed away Sunday, January 27, 2013. She is preceded in death by her husband, Toy Elkins; parents, Furman and Mollie West; 6 brothers, Oran West, Wilmer West, Conway West, Eric West, Kenneth West and Rex West; 5 sisters, Dorothy West Salzer, Iris West Tyndall, Laverne West Pine, Lynette West Cranford, and Sylvia West. She is survived by her son, Ronnie Lane "Goose" Elkins and wife Betty Prewitt Elkins, her grandson Stan Elkins and wife Sheryl, 2 great-grandsons, Triston and Canyon Elkins and a host of nieces and nephews. Pallbearers will be Rodney Pine, Ben West, Truett West, Tim West, Steve Jones, Dwight Tyndall, Tom Elkins, Triston Elkins, Canyon Elkins, Kenny Cranford, Steve Tyndall, Mark Tyndall, and Greg West. Honorary Pallbearers will be Bobby Elkins, Hez Elkins, Welby Ward, Dale Rockett, and Boyce Elkins. Visitation will be from 5-8 pm Monday, January 28, 2013 at the church and 1 hour prior to the service on Tuesday, January 29, 2013. Golden Funeral Home Bastrop, LA Published in The News Star on January 28, 2013

Evelyn Phelps Funeral services for Mrs. Evelyn Phelps, 81 of Farmerville, LA, will be held at 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, January 29, 2013, at Conway Baptist Church in Farmerville, LA. Officiating the service will be Rev. Tony Campanale under direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home of Farmerville.Evelyn was born on February 4, 1931, in New Edinburg, AR; and passed away on January 26, 2013, in Farmerville, LA after a lengthy illness. She was preceded in death by her husband: Huey P. Gray, and son, Richard Vick. She retired from the Union Parish School Board and was a long-time local restaurant owner of Town House Restaurant in Farmerville. She is survived by her husband: George (Duck) Phelps of Farmerville, LA; daughter: Charlotte Ann Ray and husband Nelson of Springhill, LA; Kathy Albritton and husband Loye of Farmerville, LA; daughter-in-law: Pat Vick of Farmerville, LA; grandchildren: Troy Ray, Charlotte Patterson; Shane Vick, Clint Ray and wife Kim, Asilan Vick, Hunter Vick, Derek Albritton and wife Candace; nine great-grandchildren and other family members: Richard and Melba Phelps and family; Barry and Kim Phelps and family. Mrs. Phelps was a loving and devoted mother and grandmother. Her greatest joy was spending time with her family.The distance she would go for all her children was beyond measure. Visitation will be held Monday, January 28, 2013, from 5:00 P.M. until 8:00 P.M. at Kilpatrick Funeral Home in Farmerville, LA. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com. Kilpatrick Funeral Home Farmerville, LA. Published in The News Star on January 28, 2013

Dempsey Wiggins Funeral services for Dempsey Wiggins, 88, of Rayville, LA, will be held at 10:00 AM, Tuesday, January 29, 2013, in the Chapel at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe, with Rev. Lindle Stewart and Rev. Jimmy Masters officiating. Interment will follow at Wiggins Family Cemetery on McClanahan Road under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Monroe. Mr. Wiggins passed away Saturday, January 26, 2013, at Glenwood Regional Medical Center. He was a World War II Veteran and served his country in the Asiatic Pacific War. He loved to garden and was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and friend. He loved surprises and presents and loved each one of his grandchildren in a special way. Mr. Wiggins was preceded in death by his wife, Lois Wiggins, parents, eight brothers, and four sisters. Survivors include his children, Wayne and Janice Wiggins of Rayville, Ronnie and Elly Wiggins of Zuni, VA, James and Robin Wiggins of Rayville, Colleen and Eddie McCaa of Monroe, Sue and David Trichell of Columbia, and Theresa and Jimmy Matlock of Monroe; grandchildren, Anita Elliott, Wendy Best, Kevin and Eric Hardy, Ronnie and Andrew Wiggins, Jamie Wiggins, Kenny and Jeremy McCaa, Daniel and Dusty Trichell, Jimmy and James Matlock, Josh Banks, and Mallory Williams; and thirty-four great grandchildren. Pallbearers will be his grandsons, Jamie Wiggins, Kenny McCaa, Jeremy McCaa, Daniel Trichell, Dusty Trichell, James Matlock, Jimmy Matlock, Andrew Wiggins, Kevin Hardy, and Ronnie Wiggins, Jr. Honorary Pallbearers will be Bill Dickens, Tom Dickens, Benny Wiggins, and Leland Irwin. Visitation will be from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM Monday, January 28, 2013, at the funeral home. The family wishes to extend their thanks to Dr. Sharp, Dr. Odita, Dr. Ronald Hammett, NPA Debra Russell, Krista, all staff that attended Mr. Wiggins on the 6th floor of Glenwood Regional Medical Center in room 623, as well as a special thanks to "Macolom" M.J. Mayo. Memorials may be made to the Northeast Louisiana War Veterans Home, 6700 Hwy 165 N, Monroe, LA 71203. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on January 28, 2013

Albert B. Crooms Jr., 74 WINNSBORO — Albert B. Crooms Jr., a machinist, died Saturday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Gill First National Funeral Home.

Lois Elkins, 99 SPEARSVILLE — Lois Elkins, a retired farmer and homemaker, died Sunday. Services are 10 a.m. Tuesday at Mount Union Baptist Church, Spearsville. Visitation will be 5-8 p.m. Monday at the church. Burial will be in the church cemetery under the direction of Golden Funeral Home, Bastrop.

Evelyn B. Fryday, 89 BASTROP — Evelyn Bernice Fryday, a homemaker, died Saturday. Graveside services are 10 a.m. Tuesday at Memorial Park Cemetery of Bastrop. Visitation is 5-7 p.m. Monday at Cox Funeral Home, Bastrop.

James E. Henderson, 53 URANIA — James E. Henderson, a mechanic, died Saturday. A memorial service will be at 3 p.m. Tuesday at Urania Pentecostal Church under the direction of Griffin Funeral Home West Monroe.

Katie L. Irby, 98 OAK GROVE — Katie Lou Irby, a homemaker, died Sunday. Funeral services are incomplete at Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Oak Grove.

Charles R. Kelly, 82 KILBOURNE — Charles Richard "Dick" Kelly, a contractor/electrician, died Saturday. Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday at Cox Funeral Home in Oak Grove. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home. Burial is Kilbourne Cemetery.

Linda L. Lovell, 66 TRANSYLVANIA — Linda Lou Lovell, an auto parts store owner, died Thursday. Funeral arrangements are incomplete at Brown-Holley Funeral Home in Oak Grove.

Terri K. Reboul, 56 WINNSBORO — Terri King Reboul, a homemaker, died Sunday. Funeral arrangements are incomplete at Gill First National Funeral Home.

Irene H. Semmes, 83 Irene Hicks Semmes of West Monroe, a homemaker, died Thursday. Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. Monday at St. Paschal Catholic Church, West Monroe. Burial is in Riverview Cemetery in Monroe under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Marvin N. Weaver, 92 BASTROP — Marvin N. Weaver, A retired machine tender, died Sunday. Services are 2 p.m. Monday at Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Rayville. Visitation is 1-2 p.m. Monday at the funeral home. Burial will be in the New Salem Cemetery, Girard.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED: Hartness, Diane: 11 a.m. Monday, Griffin Funeral Home, West Monroe. Keiffer, Dorothy L.: 3 p.m. Tuesday, Cooley Double Church Cemetery, Winnfield. Neal, Renita Michell: 11 a.m. Monday, Mount Olivet Baptist Church, Monroe. Odom, Gloria Neal, 11 a.m. Monday, Zion Hill Baptist Church, Farmerville.

Jan 29, 2013 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

George Madison Batchelor, Sr. Funeral services for Mr. George Madison Batchelor, Sr. age 89, of Tallulah, LA will be held Tuesday Jan. 29, 2013 at 11:00 a.m. at the First United Methodist Church in Tallulah, LA with Rev. Jim Reid Officiating. Visitation will be from 10:00 a.m. until 11:00 a.m. Tuesday at the First United Methodist Church in Tallulah, LA. Burial will be at Memorial Park Cemetery in Tallulah, la under the direction of Crothers-Glenwood Funeral Home. Mr. Batchelor was born on February 13, 1923 in Vicksburg, MS and passed away on January 26, 2013 in Tallulah, LA following an extended illness. Mr. Batchelor grew up in Vicksburg, MS and after high school he volunteered to be in the U. S. Army during World War II. He was an infantry rifleman and a staff sergeant in the 87th Infantry Division, the "Golden Acorn" Division. Mr. Batchelor was seriously injured in fierce combat on February 27, 1945 in Germany during the Battle of the Bulge. He received numerous medals and commendations related to his military service. In his later years he wrote many interesting stories about his war experiences. Mr. Batchelor worked in insuance sales for over fifty years for the National Life and Accident Insurance company and the American General Insurance Company. Mr. Batchelor was an avid golfer and in his younger years he enjoyed both hunting and fishing. Mr. Batchelor was a member of the First United Methodist church since moving to Tallulah in the 1950's. Survivors include his wife of 42 years Nell Brulte Batchelor; two sons George Batchelor, Jr. and Mike Batchelor and his wife Ruth; two daughters Helen Grissom and Mary Hamilton; three stepsons Kevin Brulte, Greg Brulte and Mark Brulte and his wife Amanda; five grandchildren Leah Lane, Matthew Batchelor; John Hamilton, Hannah Grissom and Taylor Grissom; four step-grandchilren Saylor Brulte, Kate Brulte, William Brulte and Anna Brulte; and numerous nephews, nieces, friends and his devoted pet cat Rita. Mr. Batchelor was preceded in death by his first wife Peggy C. Batchelor; his parents Ggordon A. Batchelor and Tommie Batchelor Powers; two brothers Gordon Batchelor and Earl Batchelor. Mr. Batchelor was dearly loved by all that knew him and he will be greatly missed. Donations in Mr. Batchelor's memory may be made to the First United Methodist Church of Tallulah, The Parkinson's Disease Foundation or the Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson's Research. Pallbearers will be Kirk Morley, Charles Finlayson, Lee Fore, John Hamilton, Matthew Batchelor, and Bill Clark. Crothers-Glenwood Funeral Home Tallulah, LA Published in The News Star on January 29, 2013

Hunter St. Clair Funeral Services for Hunter St. Clair, 10, of West Monroe, LA will be held at 2:00 P.M. Tuesday, January 29, 2013 in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA with Rev. Eddy Shoemaker officiating. Interment will follow in the Hasley Cemetery in West Monroe, LA. Hunter was born on July 11, 2002 in Lincoln Parish, LA and died on January 25, 2013 in Monroe, LA. He was a fun loving kid who never met a stranger. Hunter is preceded in death by his brother, Paul Franklin St. Clair, Jr.; grandparents, Nancy and Joseph St. Clair, Lucy and Arlo Whitlock and Ralph Terry. Survivors include his parents, Paul and Traci St. Clair; grandparents, Edith and Everett Whitlock; great grandmother, Etolia Terry; sister, Nancy Williams; uncle, Joe St. Clair; aunts, Terri Whitlock Jensen and husband, Wayne Jensen, Tanya Whitlock and Sandy Johnson; cousins, Bronica Moss and husband, Chuck Moss and their son, Donald Moss, Donnell Ray and her daughters, Angel Conerly, Abbi Ray, Trenidy Fletcher, and Erica Fletcher, Tommy Shivers, Jr., April Shivers and her daughters, Allie Correro and Nattie Correro. Visitation will be held from 4:00 P.M. until 8:00 P.M. Monday, January 28, 2013 at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe, LA. Pallbearers will be Chuck Moss, Tommy Shivers, Sr., Tommy Shivers, Jr., and Lonnie Shephard. A memorial account has been setup at Centric Federal Credit Union in Traci St. Clair's name to help with financial needs. Online Registry/ Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Published in The News Star from January 28 to January 29, 2013

Walter S. "Sonnyboy" Hillman Funeral services for Mr. Sonnyboy Hillman, 74 of Epps will be held at 2:00PM Wednesday, January 30, 2013 at the Epps Baptist Church. Visitation will be held from 5-8PM Tuesday at Cox Funeral Home in Delhi. Burial will be in the Epps Community Cemetery under the direction of Cox Funeral Home of Delhi. Mr. Hillman died Sunday, January 27, 2013 at the Richardson Medical Center in Rayville . He is preceded in death by his parents, Walter Edgar Hillman and Martha E. "Mattie Beth" Williams Hillman, a brother Mitchell Hillman and a sister Helen Hillman. Sonnyboy is survived by his loving wife of fifty-five years, Mary Lewis Hillman of Epps; six children Steve Hillman & wife Sherry of Epps, Terri Sylvestri & husband Joe of Epps, Richard Hillman of Lake Charles, Walter Stuart Hillman & wife Robyn of Rayville, Jennifer Smith of West Monroe and Wendy Rathbun & husband Daniel of Odessa, TX; sixteen grandchildren; four great grandchildren; two sisters Flores Ottenhoff of Oak Park Illinois and Jessie Klett of Epps; a very special friend who was considered a sister, Sylvia Glidewell of Epps and numerous nieces and nephews and close friends. Grandsons & Granddaughters will serve as pallbearers. Honorary Pallbearers will be Harvey Black, Robert Pickering, Raymond Stanfield, Marvin Butts, Roy Lee Simms, Dennis McPherson, J. C. Starks, Donald Gwin, Level Hale, Craig Hale, Shelton Ezell and W. L. Glidewell. Sonnyboy took great pride in the fact that all six children and his wife completed college degrees. A crossword puzzle working genius and a gadget inventing wizard of "make do" farm mechanics, he passed from this life surrounded by the love of his devoted wife, children, and grandchildren, accompanied by the prayers of family and friends. To leave a message of condolence to the family please visit our website at www.coxfuneral.com Cox Funeral Home Delhi, LA Published in The News Star on January 29, 2013

Lucien Max Larche Funeral arrangements for Lucien Max Larche, age 39, are scheduled for 2:00 PM Thursday, January 31, 2013 at Central Church of Christ with Waymon Swain and Charles Isenburg officiating. Interment will follow in Memorial Park Cemetery. Visitation will be held Wednesday, January 30, 2013 from 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM at Golden Funeral Home. Max was born October 30, 1973 in Bastrop, LA. He graduated from Lousiana Tech University in 1997 with a degree in Civil Engineering. He was employed with Lazenby & Associates, Inc. in West Monroe for 9 years as a civil engineer and was registered in 18 states. Max was a member of Alpha Gamma Rho, Louisiana Engineering Society, National Society of Professional Engineers, American Concrete Institute, and the Structural Engineering Institute. He was also a member of Central Church of Christ and a member of the United States Practical Shooting Association. Max, a resident of Bastrop, passed away January 24, 2013. He is preceded in death by his paternal grandparents, Lucien Max and Hazel Larche, and grandfather-in-law, Raymond Thomas. He is survived by his wife, Michelle Lee Hurt Larche of Bastrop, LA; son, Lucien Alex Larche of Bastrop, LA; mother, Marilyn Cox and husband David of Bastrop, LA; father, Hollis "Butch" Larche of Bastrop, LA; sister, Missie Champagne and husband Jamie of Sterlington, LA; step-brother, Wayne Cox of Kokoma, AR; step-sister, Jennifer Cox of Monticello, AR; maternal grandparents, Melvin and Eunice Eubanks of Bastrop, LA; niece, Canaan Malone of Sterlington, LA; mother and father-in-law, Ivan (Buck) and Glenda Hurt of Rayville, LA; grandmother-in-law, Elsie Thomas of Rayville, LA; uncle and aunt, Kenneth and Debra Eubanks of Houston, TX; cousins, Natalie Schutz of Houston, TX, Allison Lankford of Dallas, TX; aunt and uncle, Wanda and Mike McCoy of Monroe, LA; cousins, Marisa McCoy of Monroe, LA, Kristen McCoy of Shreveport, LA; and a host of numerous other uncles, aunts, and cousins. Serving as pallbearers will be Brad Moreland, Jim Ellingburg, Kevin Crosby, Shannon Wood, Jason Thornhill, and Josh Hays. Honorary pallbearers are Jameson Keeton, Ryan Spillers, Bruce Roberts, Paul Fryer, Jerry Lazenby, Joey Riggin, and Randy Hammons. Memorial contributions may be made to Ouachita Christian School, 7065 Hwy 165 N, Monroe, LA 71203 or to the Southern Christian Children's Home, P.O. Box 649, Morrilton, AR 72110, www.schome.org Golden Funeral Home Bastrop, LA Published in The News Star on January 29, 2013James Clark II, 90 BASTROP — James "Jim" Austin Clark II, retired owner of Clark's Home Furnishing Center, died Saturday. Services are 2 p.m. Friday at Golden Funeral Home. Visitation is noon until 2 p.m. Friday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Memorial Park Cemetery.

Patricia Culpepper, 81 Patricia Culpepper of West Monroe, a homemaker, died Monday. Graveside services are 2 p.m. Wednesday at Hasley Cemetery. Arrangements are under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Bessie Finley, 88 LAKE PROVIDENCE — Bessie Mae Finley, a homemaker, died Friday. Graveside services are 11 a.m. Thursday at Gaither Memorial Cemetery. Arrangements are under the direction of Brannum Funeral Home, Lake Providence.

Sarah Fay Greene, 66 COLUMBIA — Sarah Fay Greene, a homemaker, died Sunday. Services are 10 a.m. Thursday at Columbia Heights Baptist Church. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Wednesday at Riser Funeral Home. Burial will be in Old Bethel Cemetery, Clarks.

Dean L. Hart Sr., 66 Dean L. Hart Sr. of Monroe, owner of Dean Hart Construction, died Thursday. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Friday at First United Methodist Church, West Monroe. Other arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Lena Kerrens, 70 Lena "Onita" Kerrens of West Monroe, a homemaker, died Monday. Services are 11 a.m. Friday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Mount Olive Baptist Church Cemetery.

Stanley Kilcrease, 50 Stanley Kilcrease of Monroe, an owner of a roofing company, died Saturday. Memorial services are 2 p.m. Thursday at Grace Baptist Church, Monroe. Visitation is noon until 2 p.m. Thursday at the church. Arrangements are under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home.

Elizabeth Ann Long, 63 Elizabeth Ann Long of West Monroe, an administrative assistant, died Tuesday. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Wednesday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Other arrangements are incomplete.

Arnold Morehouse Sr., 63 LAKE PROVIDENCE — Arnold Morehouse Sr., a teacher, died Jan. 21. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Lake Providence Senior High School Auditorium. Visitation is 1-5 p.m. Friday at Brannum Funeral Home. Burial will be in Gaither Memorial Cemetery.

Wanda Nolan, 52 WINNSBORO — Wanda Nolan, a homemaker, died Sunday. Memorial services are 10 a.m. Thursday at Gill First National Funeral Home. Visitation is 9 a.m. until service time.

Melissa M. Ramsey, 40 Melissa Miranda Ramsey of Monroe, a homemaker, died Thursday. Memorial services are 6 p.m. Thursday at Grace Bible Baptist Church, Ruston. Arrangements are under the direction of Griffin Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Terri Reboul, 56 WINNSBORO — Terri Ann King Reboul, a homemaker, died Sunday. Memorial services are 3 p.m. Thursday at Gill First National Funeral Home. Visitation is 1 p.m. until service time at the funeral home.

James Strickland, 67 DODSON — James E. "Jimmy" Strickland, a logger, died Monday. Graveside services are 2 p.m. Wednesday at Bethlehem Cemetery, Calvin. Visitation is 11:30 a.m. until 1:30 p.m. Wednesday at Southern Funeral Home, Winnfield.

Charles D. Trammell, 76 OAK GROVE —Charles Deward Trammell, a retired truck driver, died Sunday. Services are 3 p.m. Wednesday at Goodwill Baptist Church, Goodwill. Visitation will be at the church Wednesday until service time. Burial will be in Red Wing Cemetery under the direction of Cox Funeral Home.

Laurette Wilson, 68 EUDORA, Ark. — Laurette Wilson, a caregiver, died Tuesday. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at Ministers Institute, Eudora. Visitation begins at noon Saturday. Burial will be in Hill Cemetery under the direction of Brannum Funeral Home, Lake Providence.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED Croom Jr., Albert B.: 2 p.m. Wednesday, Oak Grove Baptist Church Cemetery. Hillman, Walter S. "Sonny Boy": 2 p.m. Wednesday, Epps Baptist Church, Epps. Irby, Katie Lou: 11 a.m. Friday, Goodwill Church of God, Oak Grove. Kelly, Charles Richard "Dick": 11 a.m. Wednesday, Cox Funeral Home, Oak Grove. Lovell, Linda Lou: 11 a.m. Wednesday, Providence Memorial Park Cemetery, Lake Providence. Purvis, Nieas LeJeune: 10 a.m. Wednesday, Kilbourne Baptist Church, Kilbourne. Travis, Chris: 11 a.m. Thursday, Pleasant Grove Church of God.

Jan 30, 2013 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

Peggy Lillich Bonds Graveside services for Mrs. Peggy Lillich Bonds, 67, of Gilmer, will be 2:00 P.M. on Thursday, January 31, 2013 at Sunset Memorial Park in Gilmer, TX with Todd Kaunitz officiating under the direction of Croley Funeral Home. Mrs. Bonds passed away on Monday, January 28, 2013 in Longview, TX. Mrs. Bonds was born on December 1, 1945, in Jefferson County, Alabama to Charles F. and Gladys Cooper Lillich. She was a secretary for State Farm Insurance and a member of Gilmer First Baptist Church. She is survived by her husband, Jim Bonds of Gilmer; son, Philip Bonds of West Monroe, LA.; Stephanie Phillips-Stoddard and husband, Spencer of Longview; sister, Jan Lillich Rockett of Birmingham, Al; 4 grandchildren, Ashley Marie Phillips, Kyley Elise Phillips, Marley Jeanne Phillips and Cooper Ryne Stoddard and niece, Chrys Stripling of Birmingham. Visitation will be from 1:00 until service time at Croley Funeral Home. Croley Funeral Home Gilmer, TX Published in The News Star on January 30, 2013

Patricia Dale Love Culpepper Patricia Dale Love Culpepper, a homemaker, passed away on Monday, January 28, 2013. Mrs. Culpepper was a resident of the West Monroe Guest House at the time of her death. Patricia Dale was born to Emmett and Lacunia Love on February 20, 1931, in Jackson, Mississippi. She was a member of Highland Baptist Church. She enjoyed fishing, quilting, and cooking. She was preceded in death by her parents, Emmett and Lacunia Love, her husband, Billy T. Culpepper, and grandson, Jacob Terrell Culpepper. Survivors include sons, Bon Edwards, Terry Culpepper, Phillip Culpepper; daughters, Brenda Whitfield, Christine Elwess; 11 grandchildren; 15 great grandchildren; 1 great-great grandchild; sister, Frances Lord; brothers, Eugene Love and Sammie Love; numerous other family members and friends. Graveside services will be at 2:00 PM, Wednesday, January 30, 2013, at Hasley Cemetery, West Monroe, Louisiana, with Bro. Skip Dean officiating. Special thanks to Hospice Compasses and West Monroe Guest House. In lieu of flowers, the family request donations be made to the American Lung Association . Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrick funeralhomes.com Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on January 30, 2013

Irene Robinson Wingate Lewis Irene Robinson Wingate Lewis, age 93, went to be with the Lord on Monday, January 28, 2013. Mrs. Lewis was a native of Newellton, LA and was a resident of Kenner, LA for 40 years. Beloved wife of the late Robert Lee Wingate by first marriage and the late Reeve Lewis, Sr. by second marriage. Mother of the late Harvey Robert "Bob" Wingate. Mother-in-law of Kay Methe Wingate. Grandmother of Mark Wingate (wife, Lori) and Kelley Wingate Levy (husband, Aaron). Great grandmother of Kyle Roubal, Lindsey Wingate and Meyer Levy. Daughter of the late Harvey and Neva Huffman Robinson. Sister of the late Frank Robinson, Betty Lou Doyle and Carolyn DeVincent. Also survived by numerous nieces and nephews. Mrs. Lewis was retired from the U.S. Postal Service and was a member of St. Augustine's Episcopal Church. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the visitation at St. Augustine's Episcopal Church, 3412 Haring Road, Metairie, LA 70006 on Wednesday morning, January 30, 2013 beginning at 9:00 AM with a Requiem Mass to follow at 11:00 AM. Graveside services and interment will be on Thursday, January 31, 2013 at 12:30 PM at Legion Memorial Cemetery in Newellton, LA. In lieu of flowers or plants, memorial contributions to St. Augustine's Episcopal Church preferred. The online guestbook is available at www.leitzeaganfuneralhome.com. Leitz-Eagan Funeral Home Metairie, LA Published in The News Star on January 30, 2013

Louis Mashaw Funeral services for Walter Louis Mashaw of Farmerville, Louisiana will be held at Farmerville United Methodist Church on Thursday, January 31, at 2:00 p.m. with Bro. John Saunders and Bro. Truman Stagg officiating. Masonic graveside services will follow at Enterprise Cemetery. Mr. Mashaw was born on April 3, 1928, in Pelican, Louisiana, and passed away January 28, 2013. Louis is a veteran of WWII, having served in the Pacific Theater of Operations. Upon return to civilian life, he was employed by Commercial Solvents in Sterlington, Louisiana, and had a long career with IMC as a supervisor. He was a 32ND degree Mason and member of Farmerville Masonic Lodge, the Eastern Star and a Shriner associated with Barak Shrine Center in Monroe, LA. Mr. Mashaw was also a member of Farmerville United Methodist Church where he especially enjoyed Wednesday night supper with the Methodist Men's Club. Louis' favorite hobbies included hunting and fishing in the great outdoors, where he enjoyed the quietness and solitude that only nature could provide. He also enjoyed conversations with family over the dinner table. He is preceded in death by his beloved wife, Mary Mashaw and parents, V.A. and Grace Mashaw. Louis is survived by his daughter, Lisa and husband Don David Wilkes and grandchildren, David Wilkes and Crystal Wilkes. He is also survived by his two brothers, Don Mashaw and Sam Mashaw and wife, Ruth. Also surviving Mr. Mashaw is his sister-in-law, Sue Sanders and husband, John Saunders, all of Farmerville; brother-in-law Wallace Graves and wife, Joy of Sterlington; an aunt, Marjorie Woods of Pleasant Hill; and his close life-long friend, Wayne Giddens. Pallbearers will be Stein Baughman, Donovan Saunders, Clifton Hall, Johnny Bo Mitchell, Bill Patterson, and Joe Platt. Visitation will be held Wednesday, January 30, from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. at Kilpatrick Funeral Home in Farmerville. The family appreciates the kindness and support shown by family, friends, physicians, and the caregivers at Arbor Rose Assisted Living Facility, Arbor Lake Nursing Care Facility and Hospice of Caring Hearts. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com. Kilpatrick Funeral Home Farmerville, LA. Published in The News Star on January 30, 2013

Don A. Thompson Funeral services for Don A. Thompson, 58, of Monroe, will be held at 1:00 PM, Thursday, January 31, 2013, in the Chapel at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe, with Rev. Britt Dupree and Rev. Phillip McCready officiating. Interment will follow at Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Monroe. Mr. Thompson passed away Thursday, January 24, 2013 in Monroe, LA. Mr. Thompson was preceded in death by his mother, Thelma Teague Thompson. Survivors include his wife, Pam Tisdale Thompson of Monroe, LA; son, Randy Allen Thompson and wife Caroline of Monroe, LA; father, Reta Thompson of Minden, LA; father-in-law and mother-in-law, Sterling and Floy Tisdale of Bastrop, LA; and brother, Larry G. Thompson and wife Joy of Marietta, GA. Don was a 40 year employee of Crow-Burlingame/Bumper to Bumper Auto Parts, having made his way through the ranks from delivery driver to Regional Manager for the Southern Division. Don loved his family, woodworking and working on his railbuggy which he built from an antique VW. He always looked forward to a Sunday afternoon ride in it, boating on the Ouachita River, and Friday nights watching his son race. Don was a 12 year member of the Krewe of Janus and served as Parade Manager for the last 5 years. Pallbearers will be Rusty Hamby, Thomas Martin, Bill Middleton, Ray Mohler, Hubert Owens, Ken Petersen, Tom Singleton and Walter Thomas. Honorary Pallbearers will be Larry Cooper, Bill Couvillion, Gordon David, Joseph Hakim, Johnny Hertz, Karla Owens, Sammy Tolar. Visitation will be from 4:00 PM until 7:00 PM Wednesday, January 30, 2013, at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to Northeast Louisiana Food Bank Backpack Program, P.O. Box 5048, Monroe, Louisiana 71211-5048, or the Alzheimer's Association , P.O. Box 96011, Washington, DC 20090-6011. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on January 30, 2013

Jan 31, 2013 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

Russell Durbin Russell Durbin, age 59, of Dodson (Gansville Community) passed away Sunday, January 27, 2013, at Methodist Hospital, TMC in Houston, TX after a long illness. Russell is survived by his daughter, Lindsey Persson and husband Johan of Roanoke, TX; son, Jon Durbin of Houston, TX; mother, Pauline Green Durbin of Gansville, LA; grandson, Drew Thomisee of Roanoke, TX; sisters, Deanna Page and husband Mike of Houston, TX, Brenda Shively and husband Thomas of Jonesboro, LA, Nelda Shows and husband Randy of Jonesboro, LA, Teresa Kirkham and husband Randy of Bienville, LA. Russell is also survived by a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his father, Douglas Durbin; brother, David Durbin; nephew, Lyndon Kirkham. Funeral services will be held 11:00 a.m., Friday, February, 1, 2013, at the Antioch Community Church in Goldonna with Pastor Craig Stephens and Pastor Adam Stanfield officiating under the direction of Southern Funeral Home, Jonesboro. Friends may visit with the family Thursday 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at Southern Funeral Home, Jonesboro. Interment will be in Antioch Community Cemetery in Goldonna. Serving as pallbearers will be Craig Durbin, Brian Durbin, Michael Page, Jason Shively, Mitchell Page, Matthew Page, Rodney Shows and Jacob Shively; Honorary pallbearer, Drew Thomisee. Southern Funeral Home Jonesboro, LA Published in The News Star on January 31, 2013

Lena "Onita" Kerrens Funeral services for Lena "Onita" Kerrens, 70, of West Monroe are 11:00AM, Friday, February 1, 2013, in the Chapel of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe with Rev. LeRoy Boley officiating. Interment follows at Mt. Olive Baptist Church Cemetery under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe. Born October 8, 1942 in Eros, LA, she passed away January 28, 2013 in West Monroe. A member of Spring of Living Waters Church, Mrs. Kerrens was preceded in death by her parents; 2 brothers, 3 sisters and a grandson. Survivors include her husband, Clarence Leroy "Speck" Kerrens (Red); children; Kay Tatum, Carl Bissell (Scherri), Linda Hodges (Samuel) and Nita Carol Zuber (Matthew); 4 stepchildren; 2 brothers and a sister and their spouses, 10 grandchildren; 9 great grandchildren; and others that loved her and called her "Mawmaw." Pallbearers are David, Jason, and Kenneth Cherry, Josh and Jacob Bissell, Tommy Lewis, Chad Kelley, and Bruce Shelton. Ben Nyegard is honorary pallbearer. A special thanks to her loving and caring friends, Annie and Ruth, and the staff of Louisiana Hospice and Premier Hospice. Visitation is Thursday from 5:00PM to 8:00PM Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on January 31, 2013

Elizabeth A. "Beth" Long Beth Long was born on December 22, 1949 and passed away January 29, 2013. She was a faithful member of Fair Park Baptist Church in West Monroe where she served as Sunday School Secretary. She was a retired administrative assistant with the City of Monroe. Beth loved spending time with her mother and her church family. She especially enjoyed square dancing, shopping, traveling and cheering on the LSU Tigers in Tiger Stadium. Beth is survived by her mother, LaVetria Long, brother and sister-in-law, Jerry and Dianna Long of Baton Rouge, cousins and a host of friends. She is also survived by her special family, Shirley and Sue Cupit and their children, Mike, Ashley and Scott. Funeral Services will be held in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home in West Monroe on Thursday, January 31 at 11:00 A.M. with Rev. Waymond Warren and Dr. Jerry Edmondson officiating. Memorials may be made to the Fair Park Baptist Church Building Fund. Online Registry/ Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on January 31, 2013

Joe Battaglia, 91 Joe Battaglia of Monroe, a carpet layer, died Tuesday. Services are 10 a.m. Friday at Mulhearn Memorial Park Mausoleum chapel. Visitation is 9-10 a.m. Friday at the chapel. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery, under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Monroe.

J.C. Bonner, 88 BASTROP — J.C. Bonner, a sawmill operator, died Friday. Graveside services are 1:45 p.m. Friday at Congo Cemetery, Oak Ridge. Visitation is 6-8 p.m. Thursday at Tennant Funeral Home.

Eric Brode, 61 Eric Brode of West Monroe, computer sales and service, died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Theoplish Brown, 89 Theoplish Brown of Monroe, a business manager, died Saturday. Services are noon Saturday at Antioch Baptist Church, Monroe. Visitation is 1-6 p.m. Friday at Miller Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Good Hope Baptist Church Cemetery.

Angeler Edwards, 44 Angeler Edwards of Monroe, owner of Unity Home Care LLC, died Monday. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at New Life Full Gospel Church, Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens, Richwood, under the direction of Smith Funeral Home, Monroe.

Lue V. Freeman, 89 BASTROP — Lue Vonia Freeman, a cook, died Jan. 24. Services are 11 a.m. Friday at Morehouse Baptist Association Building. Visitation is 6-8 p.m. Thursday at Tennant Funeral Home. Burial will be in Red Hill Cemetery, Mer Rouge.

Tony Futrell, 63 Tony Futrell of Calhoun, retired owner of Canine Treasures Pet Store, died Wednesday. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Friday at the funeral home. Burial will be in New Hope Baptist Church Cemetery, Choudrant.

Verna Hampton, 85 RUSTON — Verna Hampton, a homemaker, died Saturday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Olive Grove Baptist Church, Choudrant. Visitation is 1-7 p.m. Friday at Miller Family Mortuary. Burial will be in Zeigler Cemetery.

Louise E. Jackson, 84 Louise Edwards Jackson of Monroe, a cosmetologist, died Jan. 24. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Tried Stone Baptist Church, Monroe. Visitation is 1-6 p.m. Friday at Smith Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens, Richwood.

Tena Larkins, 91 MANGHAM — Tena Larkins, an elementary school teacher, died Jan. 22. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Holly Grove Baptist Church. Visitation is 6-8 p.m. Friday at Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville. Burial will be in the church cemetery.

Leverett McFearin, 66 QUITMAN — Leverett McFearin, a paper maker, died Tuesday. Services are 3 p.m. Friday at Sweetwater Baptist Church. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Thursday at the church. Burial will be in the church cemetery under the direction of Edmonds Funeral Home, Jonesboro.

Beatrice Mims, 98 MINDEN — Beatrice Mims, a homemaker, died Jan. 23. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Mount Comfort Missionary Baptist Church. Visitation is 6-7 p.m. Friday at Miller Pioneer Funeral Home. Burial will be in the church cemetery.

Chances L. Neal, 34 Chances Lavelle Neal of Monroe, a laborer, died Saturday. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at Union Hill Baptist Church, Monroe. Visitation is 1-6 p.m. Friday at Smith Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens, Richwood.

Otho J. Nielsen, 87 DELHI — Otho J. Nielsen, a retired barber, died Tuesday. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at Dunn Baptist Church, Dunn. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Friday at Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Rayville. Burial will be in Newton Cemetery, Dunn.

Terry Rhodes, 48 BASTROP — Terry Rhodes died Wednesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home.

Mammie L. Robinson, 86 WINNSBORO — Mammie L. Robinson, a business owner, died Thursday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Winnsboro Second Baptist Church. Visitation is 1-7 p.m. Friday with wake services from 6-7 p.m. at Richardson Funeral Home. Burial will be in Gethsemane Memorial Gardens.

Gracie Specks, 59 CHATHAM — Gracie Specks died Monday. Services are 2:30 p.m. Saturday at Greater Apostolic Church. Burial will be in Mount Mariah Cemetery under the direction of Paradise Funeral Home, Jonesboro.

Don A. Thompson, 58 Don A. Thompson of Monroe, a regional manager of Bumper to Bumper Auto Parts, died Thursday. Services are 1 p.m. Thursday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery, Monroe.

Dezeria Vance, 88 MINDEN — Dezeria Vance, a homemaker, died Friday. Services are 3 p.m. Saturday at Pleasant Valley Baptist Church, Athens. Visitation is 7-8 p.m. Friday at Miller Pioneer Funeral Home, Minden. Burial will be in Sheppard Street Cemetery.

Rosaine Veach, 71 Rosaine Veach of Monroe, a homemaker, died Wednesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Monroe.

Betty Williams, 60 Betty Jo Williams of Monroe, a claim representative, died Jan. 23. Services are noon Saturday at University Church Of Christ, Monroe. Visitation is 1-6 p.m. Friday at Smith Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Magnolia Cemetery, Monroe.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED Clark II, James "Jim" Austin: 2 p.m. Friday, Golden Funeral Home, Bastrop. Finley, Bessie Mae: 11 a.m. Thursday, Gaither Memorial Cemetery, Mill Road. Greene, Sarah Fay: 10 a.m. Thursday, Columbia Heights Baptist Church. Irby, Katie Lou: 11 a.m. Friday, Goodwill Church of God, Oak Grove. Kerrens, Lena "Onita": 11 a.m. Friday, Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Kilcrease, Stanley: 2 p.m. Thursday, Grace Baptist Church, Monroe. Morehouse Sr., Arnold: 11 a.m. Saturday, Lake Providence Senior High School Auditorium. Nolan, Wanda: 10 a.m. Thursday, Gill First National Funeral Home. Ramsey, Melissa Miranda: 6 p.m. Thursday, Grace Bible Baptist Church, Ruston. Reboul, Terri Ann King: 3 p.m. Thursday, Gill First National Funeral Home. Travis, Chris: 11 a.m. Thursday, Pleasant Grove Church of God. Wilson, Laurette: 2 p.m. Saturday, Ministers Institute, Eudora, Ark.