November - 2011 - Obituaries from The News-Star

November 1, 2011 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

Collins Shields Thomas Private funeral services for Collins Shields Thomas, age 89, will be in Monroe in the chapel of Mulhearn Memorial Park Mausoleum under the direction of Crothers-Glenwood Funeral Home of Tallulah. The Rev. Ramon Warren will officiate. Mr. Thomas died Saturday, Oct. 29, 2011, at the Madison Parish Hospital in Tallulah after a lengthy illness. He was born in Vicksburg and was a lifelong resident of Tallulah. He was a graduate of Louisiana Tech and Midshipman's School at Notre Dame University. He was also a U.S. Navy veteran of World War II in the Pacific and European Theater. He was an accountant, and an avid golfer and sports fan. Mr. Thomas was a member of Trinity Episcopal Church of Tallulah. He is survived by his wife of 62 years, Ann Dozier Thomas of Tallulah; one brother, Nathaniel Thomas and wife, Virginia, of Pineville, La., a sister-in-law, Liz Thomas of Ruston, La.; a brother- in-law, Rudy Dozier and wife, Lillian of Monroe; and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, Frank and Ruth Thomas of Tallulah; and a brother, Frank M. "Jimmy" Thomas of Ruston. In lieu of flowers, any planned memorials may be made to, Shriners Hospital for Children, 3100 Samford Ave., Shreveport, LA 71103 , First United Methodist Church, P.O. Box 88, Tallulah, LA 71284 or a charity of your choice . Crothers-Glenwood Funeral Home Tallulah, LA Published in The News Star on November 1, 2011

Etta Mae Thompson Funeral services for Etta Mae Thompson, 104, of Monroe, will be held at 11:00 AM Wednesday, November 2, 2011, in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe, with Dr. Alan Miller officiating. Interment will follow at Hasley Cemetery in West Monroe.Mrs. Thompson passed away Sunday, October 30, 2011, at St. Francis Medical Center. She was a member of Parkview Baptist Church. Mrs. Thompson was an accomplished bridge player obtaining Life Master. Mrs. Thompson was preceded in death by her husband, Dhu Thompson. Survivors include her daughter, Kay Thompson Fisher and husband Kirk of Monroe; son, Karl Virgil Thompson and wife Pat of Houston, TX; grandchildren, Kimberly Lowery and husband Rickey of Monroe, Parnell Perry and wife Felicia of Perryville, LA, Amy McGee of Maurice, LA, Stephanie Thompson Chenard and husband Frederic of Quebec, Canada, and Kirk Fisher of Monroe; great grandchildren, Shelby Lowery, Taylor Lowery, Trey Perry, Olivia Brooke Perry, Colin McGee, and Roxanne Corbett; and great-great grandson, Mason Corbett. Visitation will be Wednesday from 10:00 AM until service time at Mulhearn Funeral Home. Memorials may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on November 1, 2011

James Braddock, 79 James H. "Jim" Braddock of Monroe, a retired meat cutter, died Monday. Services are 10 a.m. Friday at Golden Funeral Home, Bastrop. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Carter Nicholson Cemetery, Bastrop.

Veronica Carter, 50 Veronica Carter of Monroe, a homemaker, died Sunday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Funerals by McFarland, Monroe.

Mack Cephus, 61 NEWELLTON -- Mack Cephus, a retail store employee, died Oct. 22. Services are 11 a.m. Thursday at St. Luke Baptist Church. Visitation is 10 a.m. Thursday until service time. Burial will be in Wyoming Cemetery under the direction of Richardson Funeral Home.

Mable Collins, 93 Mable Collins of Monroe, a homemaker, died Oct. 23. Services are 11 a.m. Friday at Zion Spring Baptist Church, Monroe. Visitation is 1-6 p.m. Thursday at Miller Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Magnolia Cemetery.

Lucy C. Gober, 83 Lucy C. Gober of Monroe, retired registered nurse, died Sunday. Visitation is 5-7 p.m. Friday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Monroe. Other arrangements are incomplete.

Annie M. Grey, 66 Annie Mae Grey of Bosco, an administrative assistant, died Friday. Services are noon Saturday at Union Baptist Church, Bosco. Visitation is 1-6 p.m. Friday at Hester's Central State Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in the church cemetery.

Sue M. Hanna, 94 Sue M. Hanna of Monroe, a retired teacher, died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Monroe.

Dr. Harold C. Hawkins, 87 NATCHEZ, Miss. -- Dr. Harold C. Hawkins died Monday. Graveside services are 2 p.m. Wednesday at Natchez City Cemetery. Visitation is 1 p.m. Wednesday until service time at Laird Funeral Home, Natchez.

Juanita O. Haynes, 88 MARION -- Juanita "Nita" Ober Haynes, a homemaker, died Monday. Services are 2 p.m. Thursday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Farmerville. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Weldon Cemetery, Bernice.

Lottie Jenkins, 81 ALTO -- Lottie Jenkins, a homemaker, died Wednesday. Services are 2 p.m. Thursday at Pilgrim Rest Baptist Church, Rayville. Visitation is 2-6 p.m. Wednesday at Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville. Burial will be in Love & Charity Cemetery, Rayville.

Ezell Knox, 83 WINNSBORO -- Ezell Knox, a farmer, died Sunday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at Shiloh Baptist Church. Burial will be in New Hope Cemetery, Liddieville, under the direction of Richardson Funeral Home.

Gwendolyn Lowery, 69 RUSTON -- Gwendolyn Lowery, a clerk, died Monday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Miller Funeral Home. Josephine Prater, 93 TALLULAH -- Josephine Prater, a homemaker, died Monday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Beckwith Golden Gate Funeral Home.

Otis Robinson, 64 Otis Robinson of Monroe, a laborer, died Saturday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at Faith Harvest Baptist Church, Monroe. Visitation is 1-6 p.m. Friday at Haster's Central State Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Magnolia Cemetery, Monroe.

Lonnie O. Smith, 83 FARMERVILLE -- Lonnie O. Smith, retired electrical engineer, died Monday. Services are 10 a.m. Saturday at Pleasant Hill Baptist Church, Rocky Branch. Visitation is 6-8 p.m. Friday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Burial will be in Rocky Branch Cemetery.

Elsie M. Steed, 67 BERNICE -- Elsie Mae Steed, a retired sales associate, died Tuesday. Private memorial services will be held at a later date under the direction of Farrar Funeral Home.

Etta Mae Thompson, 104 Etta Mae Thompson of Monroe, a homemaker, 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 Hasley Cemetery, West Monroe.

Martha J. Tolar, 79 JONESBORO -- Martha Jeanette Tolar, a grocery store owner, died Tuesday. Services are 2 p.m. Thursday at Edmonds Funeral Home. Visitation is 4-8 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home.

Daisy Tugler, 89 Daisy Tugler of Monroe, a homemaker, died Oct. 25. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at New St. James Baptist Church, Monroe. Visitation is 1-6 p.m. Friday at Miller Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens.

Aaron Turner 57 ST. JOSEPH -- Aaron Turner, a heavy equipment operator, died Saturday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Beckwith Golden Gate Funeral Home, Tallulah.

Huey L. Wiggins Sr., 83 RAYVILLE -- Huey L. Wiggins Sr., a retired carpenter, died Tuesday. Graveside services are 10 a.m. Thursday at Lynn Cemetery, Archibald. Visitation is 6-8 p.m. Wednesday at Mulhearn Funeral Home.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED Baskin, Beulah L.: 3 p.m. Wednesday, Union Church Cemetery, near Baskin. Breithaupt, Jewel Lees: 2 p.m. Thursday, First Baptist Church, Winnfield. Carter, Rosetta: 2 p.m. Saturday, Mount Olive Missionary Baptist Church, Bastrop. Evans Jr., Robert Earl: 2 p.m. Wednesday, Owens Memorial Chapel Funeral Home, Ruston. Gooden, Gloria Ann: 1 p.m. Wednesday, Palestine Church, Vixen. Johnson, Percy: 11 a.m. Wednesday, Magnolia Cemetery, Monroe. Lyle, Sarah E.: 2 p.m. Wednesday, Holly Ridge United Methodist Church, Holly Ridge. Thompson, Katherine: 1 p.m. Saturday, Rocky Mount Zion Missionary Baptist Church, Epps. Woodman, Paula Mayo: 2 p.m. Wednesday, Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe.

November 2, 2011 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

Billy T. Culpepper, Sr. Billy T. Culpepper, "Papa", owner of American Exterminating Company, went to be with his heavenly father on Monday, October 31, 2011 at St. Francis Medical Center in Monroe. Papa was born to Dallas and Estelle Culpepper on October 5, 1930, in Homer, Louisiana. Mr. Culpepper served in the United States Air Force. After his discharge from the military, he met and married Patricia Dale Love, and they made their home in West Monroe. Mr. Culpepper was a Mason and a member of the Barak Shrine Temple. He was proceeded in death by his parents, Dallas and Estelle Culpepper, his twin brother, Bobby Culpepper and his wonderful grandson, Jacob Terrell Culpepper. He is survived by wife of 54 years, Patricia Culpepper, West Monroe; sons, Ron Edwards of Houston, Texas; Terry Culpepper of West Monroe; Phillip Culpepper (Debbi) of West Monroe; daughters, Brenda Whitfield (Tim) of Minden; Christine Elwess of Denver, Colorado; 11 grandchildren, including a very special granddaughter that he called his number 1 boss, Cricket Culpepper, who he loved with all his heart, who was her best friend; 15 great grandchildren; 1 great-great grandchild; Sisters, Elaine Henry (A.C.); Lorraine Ray; numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Visitation will be Wednesday, November 2, 2011 from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. at Kilpatrick Funeral Home in West Monroe. Graveside services will be at 2:00 p.m. Thursday, November 3, 2011, at Hasley Cemetery, West Monroe, Louisiana. Honorary pallbearers will be his grandsons and great grandsons; At this time, the family wishes to extend their gratitude to the staff of The Oaks for the love and care shown to Papa during his illness. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Alzheimer's Association . Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Published in The News Star on November 2, 2011

Eric Ray Gregory Eric Ray Gregory of Delhi, LA went to his heavenly home on October 30, 2011. He was born in Baton Rouge, la on May 30, 1988. He was a Forklift operator in the cold storage industry. A Funeral service will be held 10:00 a.m., Thursday , November 3, 2011 at Pentecost Tabernacle, Delhi, La off Hwy 17 under the direction of Griffin Funeral Home. A Visitation will be Wednesday evening at the church from 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. Interment will follow services at Carter Cemetery, off the Collingston Hwy. Eric is preceded by his grandparents Hershel Ray Gregory and Juanita Hofford. Eric is survived by parents, Shane Gregory and Cynthia Flewellen of Monroe; mother, Sheila Gregory of Delhi; birth mother, Ora L. Temple of Chatham; brothers, Shane Ray Gregory Jr. of Chatham;Dalton Ellis of Monroe; Louis Troy May Jr. of Baytown, TX; sister, Shelby May of Baytown, TX; grandparents, Mary Ann Gregory of Collingston, LAand Mrs. Lila Milstead; numerous aunts and uncles. Pallbearers will be R. J. Rhodes, Zach Rodes, Spencer Maxwell, Jeffery Morgan, Andy Meredith, Dalton Ellis. Online condolences may be made to the family at www.griffinfuneralhome.net Griffin Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Published in The News Star on November 2, 2011

Bennie Duane Haynes Services for Bennie Duane Haynes, 75, of Rayville, LA will be 2:00 PM, Thursday, November 3, 2011 at the First Baptist Church Rayville, with his pastor, Dr. Eddie Wren officiating, with music by Gregg Bennett of Crossett, Arkansas. Interment will be at Christ Church Cemetery in Bastrop, Louisiana under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home of Rayville, LA. Bennie was born in Jones, Louisiana in 1936 and went to be with his Heavenly Father on October 31, 2011 in Rayville, Louisiana. He was born to the union of B.D. Haynes and Mamie Armstrong Haynes. He was preceded in death by his parents and sister, Pauline Haynes McMullen. Left to cherish his memory are his loving wife of 55 years, Elizabeth McCarty (Beth) Haynes, his son and daughter-in-law, Tony Haynes and Sue W. Haynes, Bastrop, Louisiana. Two grandchildren, Katie Haynes Lee and her husband Austin Lee, Vicksburg, Mississippi, and grandson Alan Haynes, Bastrop, Louisiana. He is also survived by his brother-in-law, Fred McMullen, Princeton, Louisiana, sisters-in-law, Shirley M. Wall, Rayville, Louisiana, Barbara M. Frehe and husband David, Houston, Texas, and brother-in-law, David McCarty and wife, Ronna, Bastrop, Louisiana, and numerous Haynes and Armstrong cousins and other relatives whom he loved very much. Bennie was very active in his church and community. He was a member of First Baptist Church in Rayville, the Kiwanis Club, Chennault Aviation and Military Museum, and Oregon California Trails Association. He loved all things western and enjoyed visiting the places he had studied. He loved people and loved to entertain and help cook for large groups. He was very skilled with his hands and took pleasure in working with leather and saddle repair. Bennie was a very energetic and creative individual who was always seeking a new challenge. He owned and operated several businesses in northeast Louisiana for over 43 years including Rayville Vet Supply, Twin City Vet Supply and Twin City Storage. He created Delta Textiles Mfg. It grew under his management until its sale in 2000. He was also a partner in Rayville Self Storage. He was loved by so many and will be greatly missed, leaving a void in the hearts and lives of all his friends and associates. He was an inspiration not only to others who were valiantly battling cancer, but to all who saw him display such a calm and secure Christian faith. The Haynes family would like to thank all friends and church families in Rayville and surrounding areas for the concern and many, many prayers which were offered up on his behalf and for the visits, phone calls, cards and all acts and thoughts of love demonstrated by so many. Pallbearers are: Barry Collins, Fred Lambert, Jerome Vascocu, Carlton Clark, Bill Holland and Bob Calvert. Honorary pallbearers are his Sunday School Class members, Dr. Arthur Liles, Dr. Ralph Abraham, Henry Cumpton, Gene DeWitt and Mike Sullivan. Also, honorary pallbearers are members of Ester Sunday School Class. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Rhymes Memorial Library in Rayville, First Baptist Church Rayville, St. Jude's Children Research Hospital, M. D. Anderson Cancer Research Center in Houston, Texas, or the charity of your choice . Visitation will be held Wednesday, November 2, 2011 from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM at First Baptist Church Rayville, Louisiana. Online registry/condolence at www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home Rayville, LA. Published in The News Star on November 2, 2011

Dorothy Lucille Johnson Howell Dorothy Lucille Johnson Howell was born October 1, 1918 in Crossett Camp, with the birth being recorded in Crossett, Arkansas. Mrs. Howell passed away after a sudden illness on October 30, 2011. Private family services were held this week. Dorothy was the third daughter and fourth child of Dan and Liller Johnson. She was reared at Shelton, LA and the family moved to Bastrop, LA by the time she was ready to start high school. She has resided in Monroe for the past 55 years. Dorothy married J. W. (Red) Howell on October 19, 1935. Three children were born of their union. John William, Jr., Billy Frank and Reuben Douglas. She and "Red" started their married life in Florida and lived in South Carolina, Georgia and Alabama before settling in Monroe, LA. Mrs. Howell was a wife for 68 years, a mother and homemaker. She was a wonderful Mother, a dutiful daughter, a loving sister and a good friend. She will be greatly missed by all who knew her. Her children rise up to call her blessed. She was preceded in death by her son John William, Jr., her parents, her husband, her sister, Elsie Corry and daughter-in-law, Mary Howell. She is survived by two sons, Billy Frank Howell and wife Joyce and Reuben Douglas Howell all of Monroe. Three grandchildren, John Paul Howell and wife Robin of Glen Burnie, MD., Sandra Sue Howell Arant and husband Mark of Muldrow, OK, and Jason Scott Howell and wife Ginger of Nashville, TN. Six great-grandchildren, William and Shannon Howell, and Stephen, Faith, Caleb, and Grace Arant. Other survivors are her sister, Gladys Reynolds Manly of Bastrop, LA, and her brother, Reuben Johnson of Pine Bluff, AR and numerous nieces and nephews. Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Rd., Monroe, LA. Published in The News Star on November 2, 2011

Sarah E. Lyle Funeral services for Sarah E. Lyle, 89, of Rayville, LA will be held at 2:00 PM, Wednesday, November 2, 2011 at the Holly Ridge United Methodist Church, Holly Ridge, LA with Bro. William Waller officiating. Interment will follow in the Rayville Masonic Cemetery, Rayville, LA under the direction of Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Rayville. Sarah was born February 25, 1922 in Seminary, MS and passed away Sunday, October 30, 2011 in Rayville, LA after a lengthy illness. Mrs. Lyle was a member of the Holly Ridge United Methodist Church. She enjoyed making ceramics. Sarah loved her family and her church. You will be missed as you were the best mother, mother-in-law, grandmother, sister, and the most precious Moma that ever lived …you were everything that we your family needed. Survivors include her children, Leo Lyle and wife, Carolyn of Rayville, LA, Larry Lyle of Rayville, LA, and Susan Lyle of Rayville, LA; daughter-in-law, Beverly Lyle of Mangham, LA; 10-grandchildren; 5-great grandchildren; sister, Marie Sorey of Rayville, LA; and a host of nieces and nephews. Pallbearers are Richard Lyle, Jason Lyle, James Toney her grandchildren and Jimmy Williams, Kyle Mills, Jr., and Ronnie Graham. Visitation started at 5:00 PM, Tuesday, November 1, 2011 until the service Wednesday at the Holly Ridge United Methodist Church, Holly Ridge, LA. To leave condolences for the family go to brownholleyfuneralhomes.com Brown-Holley Funeral Home Rayville, LA. Published in The News Star on November 2, 2011

November 3, 2011 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

James H. "Jim" Braddock Funeral services for Mr. James H. "Jim" Braddock, 79, of Monroe, will be held at 10:00 a.m., Friday, November 4, 2011 in the chapel of Golden Funeral Home, Bastrop, LA with Rev. Britt Dupree officiating. Graveside ceremony will follow at Carter Cemetery. Visitation will be held from 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m., Thursday, November 3 at Golden Funeral Home. Mr. Braddock was a meat cutter by trade, but had been retired for quite some time pursuing his life-time passion of ranching. He took tremendous pride in his work and land; was a great husband and father; a strong leader in his family; a slight character; and definitely made a mark on life and all that knew him. He was preceded in death by his parents, William Mansfield "Jack" Braddock and Clara Belle Hewette Braddock; and sister, Lena Wallace. Mr. Braddock is survived by his wife, Daneen Duvendack Braddock; son, Gregory J. Braddock of Houston, TX; two daughters, Lisa A. Blakley and husband Marvin of Monroe; Christy L. Eldridge and husband Marcus of Tomball, TX; brothers, William Mansfield "Son" Braddock Jr. of Pensacola, FL; Will Braddock of Monroe; Tom Braddock of Monroe; sisters, Martha Ramsden of Lavonia, MI; Louise Forbes of Chandler, AZ; Dorothy "Dot" Goudeau of Bastrop; and Pearl Thigpen of West Monroe; and one very special granddaughter, Skyler A. Blakley. Serving as pallbearers will be: Greg Braddock, Marv Blakley, John "Jack" Braddock, Glenn Braddock, James Thigpen, Brian Thigpen, Johnny Goudeau and J.J. Goudeau. Marcus Eldridge will provide a special song of celebration for Mr. Braddock during the service. Additional information can be found at: www.goldenfh.com Golden Funeral Home Bastrop, LA. Published in The News Star on November 3, 2011

Lucy C. Gober Funeral services for Lucy C. Gober, 83, of Monroe, will be held at 2:00 PM Saturday, November 5, 2011, at St. Mark's United Methodist Church with Rev. Antonio Ranero officiating. Interment will follow at Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Lucy was a devoted Christian with a passion for sharing the joys of her life with family and friends. She had a long professional career of service in nursing while raising her family. She also spent several years traveling with her husband Leon while his work took them to Italy and England. Lucy was active at St Mark's Methodist Church in many roles including choir. In retirement years, Lucy enjoyed recreational travel with Leon and her sister-in-law Marie. She also found a love for crafting and quilting with her many, many friends. Mrs. Gober died Sunday October 30, 2011. Survivors include her husband, Leon Gober, Jr. of Monroe; sons, Mark Alan Gober and wife Tracy of The Woodlands, TX, and John David Gober and wife Judy of Chesapeake, VA; two granddaughters, Meredith Gober and Julie Gober; one grandson, Josh Gober; brother, Walter Savage and wife Miriam of Ruston, LA; two sisters-in-law, Marie Gober and Jeanette Savage; and numerous nieces and nephews. Pallbearers will be Mark Gober, John Gober, Josh Gober, Rick Sain, and two additional friends from St. Mark's Methodist Church. Visitation will be Friday from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Memorials may be made to St. Mark's United Methodist Church. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Rd., Monroe, LA. Published in The News Star on November 3, 2011

Sue M. Hanna Funeral services for Mrs. Sue M. Hanna, 94, of Monroe, will be held at 10:00 AM, Friday, November 4, 2011, in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe, with Rev. Darrell Washam officiating. Interment will at Hickory Grove Cemetery in Silerton, TN. Mrs. Hanna went to be with The Lord Tuesday, November 1, 2011. She was a member of College Place Baptist Church. Mrs. Hanna was a retired 1st grade school teacher from Lakeshore Elementary School. Mrs. Hanna was preceded in death by her husband Dr. Clint O. Hanna; son, James Edward Hanna; and son-in-law, Ralph H. McKay. Survivors include her daughters, Anne Elizabeth McKay, Patricia Clark and husband John, and Sue Ellen West and husband James; two granddaughters, Kathryn Lindsey and husband Bryan, and Sarah McKay; and one great grandson, Felix Lindsey. Pallbearers will be George McGuffie, Dr. Harold Bounds, Gregory Smith, Dr. Elton Barnett, David McDuffie, and R. A. Hunter. Honorary pallbearers will be Charles Chambers, J. L. Netherland, Charles Thompson, and former students in Monroe, LA and Tennessee. Visitation will be Thursday from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Memorials may be made to College Place Baptist Church. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Rd., Monroe, LA. Published in The News Star on November 3, 2011

Marilla Butler Milford Hause Marilla Butler Milford Hause, 90, of Cypress, California, died September 6, 2011, in Orange, California. She was born September 11, 1920, in Calhoun, Louisiana. Marilla was predeceased by loving husband, Walter Hause of Piedmont, Alabama. She is survived by her daughter, Carolyn Foster; foster daughter, Sharon Canter Wulfe; foster grandson, Kyle Wulfe; 3 granddaughters, 9 great-grandchildren and 1 great-great-granddaughter. Such a special person—missed by many—may she rest in peace. Services were held on September 10, 2011, followed by burial at Forest Lawn-Cypress. Forest Lawn Mortuary Cypress, California Published in The News Star on November 3, 2011

Toni Blain Rodgers Memorial Services for Mrs. Toni Blain Rodgers, 72, of West Monroe, LA, will be 10:00 AM, Saturday, November 5, 2011 at Highland Presbyterian Church in West Monroe, LA, with Rev. George Wortham officiating. Toni Blain Rodgers, beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, aunt, friend, and servant went to be with our Lord on Sunday, October 30, 2011. Toni was born in Delta, Colorado and was raised in Texas City, Texas. Toni earned her Associate Degree in Business Administration from College of the Mainland in Texas City, Texas with further work at the University of Houston. She was formerly employed with Union Carbide Corporation in Texas City, Texas. She retired in 1986 as Public Relations Manager. Toni was also very active in her church, Highland Presbyterian Church. She had other activities she was involved in including; West Monroe Historic Preservation Commission, member of the Board of Directors for the Riverbend Community Center, and Charter Member and Secretary of the Northeast Louisiana Genealogical and Historical Society. Toni was currently involved in the DAR where she served as Parliamentarian, Conservation Chairman and Membership Chairman. Toni was preceded in death by her parents, Amy Blain and Raymon Blain; brother, Richard Blain; and beloved husband of 23 years, Luther B. Rodgers. She is survived by her two children of John C. Shannon, John Raymon Shannon and Angie Whitener; two grandchildren, Shannon Whitener and Jennifer Atsbaha; one great-grandchild, Mikah Atsbaha; sister, Erin Sikes; niece, Dana Wild and husband Stephen and their two children Kindall and Lindsay Wild. She will be greatly missed by her family and friends. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on November 3, 2011

Lonnie Ouchley Smith Funeral services for Lonnie Ouchley Smith, 83, of Rocky Branch, LA, will be held at l0:00 a.m. on Saturday November 5, 2011 at Pleasant Hill Baptist Church of Rocky Branch. Brother Brian McAllister will officiate. Interment will follow at Rocky Branch Cemetery under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home in West Monroe. Mr. Smith was born on June 30, 1928 in West Monroe and passed away October 31, 2011 in West Monroe. He retired from Ford, Bacon & Davis as an electrical engineer. Mr. Smith was a member of Pleasant Hill Baptist Church of Rocky Branch and served in the United States Air Force. He is survived by his wife, Lorraine Lancaster Warner Smith; step-sons, H. A. "Speedy" Warner and wife, Diane, and Bill Warner and wife, Becky; grandchildren, Heather Walters and husband, Kerry; Jason Warner and wife, Ali; Marlo Iverson and husband, Brent; Roxanne Warner, and Giselle Warner; great-grandson, Bennett Walters; sister, Maurice Smith Johnston; niece, Jill Johnston McLemore; nephew, Joseph E. Johnston, III; and cousins, Lea Ouchley Frank, Eugene Ouchley, and Billy Lovett. Pallbearers will be Jesse Hedgepeth, Joey Duhomel, Jason Warner, and Brent Iverson. Honorary pallbearers will be Eugene Ouchley, J. C. Hunnicutt, Hugh Gamble, Herb Screibner, Joe Stidmas, and Billy Lovett. Visitation will be held Friday November 4 from 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at Kilpatrick Funeral Home in West Monroe, LA. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com. Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Published in The News Star on November 3, 2011

Lula Belle Barton, 76 WINNFIELD — Lula Belle Barton, an administrative assistant, died Monday. Services are 11 a.m. Friday at Sardis Baptist Church, Atlanta. Visitation is 5 p.m. Thursday at Southern Funeral Homes Inc., Winnfield. Burial will be in Sardis Cemetery, Atlanta.

Lula Blanson, 86 WISNER — Lula Blanson, a homemaker, died Monday. Services are 2:30 p.m. Sunday at Holly Grove Baptist Church. Visitation is 1-6 p.m. Saturday at Richardson and Sims Funeral Home. Burial will be in the church cemetery.

Billy G. Cowart, 71 RAYVILLE — Billy G. Cowart, a farmer, died Tuesday. Services are 2 p.m. Friday at Little Creek United Methodist Church, Archibald. Visitation is 5—8 p.m. Thursday at the church. Arrangements are under the direction of Brown-Holley Funeral Home.

Billy T. Culpepper Sr., 81 Billy T. Culpepper Sr. of West Monroe, retired exterminator, died Monday. Graveside services are 2 p.m. Thursday at Hasley Cemetery, West Monroe. Arrangements are under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Lynn Eubanks, 91 WINNSBORO — Lynn Earl Eubanks, a farmer and cattleman, died Wednesday. Visitation is 6-8 p.m. Thursday at Mulhearn Funeral Home. Military graveside services are private.

Eric Gregory, 23 DELHI — Eric Ray Gregory, a forklift operator, died Sunday. Services are 10 a.m. Thursday at Pentecost Tabernacle, off Louisiana 17. Burial will be in Carter Cemetery, off Collinston Highway, under the direction of Griffin Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Bennie D. Haynes, 75 RAYVILLE — Bennie Duane Haynes, owner of Rayville and Twin City Vet Supply Stores, died Monday. 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 Christ Church Cemetery, Bastrop, under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home.

Robert C. Hutson, 76 OAK GROVE — Robert C. Hutson, a construction worker, died Tuesday. Services are 2 p.m. Friday at Beulah Baptist Church. Visitation is 9 a.m. until 9 p.m. Thursday at the church. Burial will be in Oak Grove Cemetery under the direction of Brown-Holley Funeral Home.

Gwendolyn Lowery, 69 RUSTON — Gwendolyn Lowery, a clerk, died Monday. Graveside services are 2 p.m. Saturday at Richwood Memorial Gardens, Richwood. Memorial services are 5-8 p.m. Friday at Rose of Sharon, Monroe. Arrangements are under the direction of Miller Funeral Home, Monroe.

Sarah J. Prisock, 76 DELHI — Sarah J. Prisock died Wednesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Cox Funeral Home.

Viola Swift, 78 WINNSBORO — Viola Swift died Tuesday. Services are 10 a.m. Saturday at Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Friday at the funeral home. Burial will be in South Central Cemetery, Wisner.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED Braddock, James H. "Jim": 10 a.m. Friday, Golden Funeral Home, Bastrop. Breithaupt, Jewel Lees: 2 p.m. Thursday, First Baptist Church, Winnfield. Carter, Rosetta: 2 p.m. Saturday, Mount Olive Missionary Baptist Church, Bastrop. Cephus, Mack: 11 a.m. Thursday, St. Luke Baptist Church, Newellton. Collins, Mable: 11 a.m. Friday, Zion Spring Baptist Church, Monroe. Grey, Annie Mae: noon Saturday, Union Baptist Church, Bosco. Haynes, Juanita "Nita" Ober: 2 p.m. Thursday, Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Farmerville. Jenkins, Lottie: 2 p.m. Thursday, Pilgrim Rest Baptist Church, Rayville. Knox, Ezell: 1 p.m. Saturday, Shiloh Baptist Church, Winnsboro. Robinson, Otis: 1 p.m. Saturday, Faith Harvest Baptist Church, Monroe. Smith, Lonnie O.: 10 a.m. Saturday, Pleasant Hill Baptist Church, Rocky Branch. Thompson, Katherine: 1 p.m. Saturday, Rocky Mount Zion Missionary Baptist Church, Epps. Tolar, Martha Jeanette: 2 p.m. Thursday, Edmonds Funeral Home, Jonesboro. Tugler, Daisy: 1 p.m. Saturday, New St. James Baptist Church, Monroe. Wiggins Sr., Huey L.: 10 a.m. Thursday, Lynn Cemetery, Archibald.

November 4, 2011 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

IN LOVING MEMORY OF CHRISTOPHER RAYN STEPHENSON "CHRIS" 3-18-1971 - 11-4-2010 Published in The News Star on November 4, 2011

Joan M.G. Bankston, 75 BASTROP — Joan Marie Garland Bankston a homemaker, died Wednesday. Services are 3 p.m. Sunday at Golden Funeral Home, Bastrop. Visitation is 5-9 p.m. Saturday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Mer Rouge Cemetery, Mer Rouge.

Veronica Carter, 50 Veronica "Conoco" Carter of Monroe, a homemaker, died Sunday. Services are at 10:30 a.m. Saturday at Greater Free Gift Baptist Church. Visitation is from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. Friday at Funerals by McFarland Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial is in Magnolia City Cemetery.

Lucy C. Gober, 83 Lucy C. Gober of Monroe, a retired registered nurse, died Sunday. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at St. Mark's United Methodist Church, Monroe. Visitation is from 5-7 p.m. Friday from at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Burial is in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery.

Shedrick Green Jr., 56 SIMSBORO — Shedrick Green Jr., a lawn technician, died Monday. Services are 1:30 p.m. Saturday at Mount Harmony Baptist Church in Ruston. Visitation is 1-5 p.m. Friday at King's Funeral Home in Ruston. Burial will be in the Mount Pleasant Cemetery in Lisbon under the direction of King's Funeral Home Ruston.

Johnny Hopkins, 41 TALLULAH — Johnny Hopkins died Wednesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Beckwith Golden Gate Funeral Home.

Sue M. Hanna, 94 Sue M. Hanna of Monroe, a retired schoolteacher, died Tuesday. Services are 10 a.m. Friday, November 4, 2011, in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Burial is 2 p.m. Saturday in the Hickory Grove Cemetery, Silerton, Tenn.

Rev Henry Hudson, 64 DELHI — The Rev. Henry Hudson a minister, died Thursday. Services are 1:30 p.m. Sunday at Greater One Baptist Church in Delhi. Wake service is 5-7 p.m. Saturday until at Tennant Funeral Home in Rayville. Burial will be in the Waverly Cemetery.

Andrew Jackson Sr., 74 COLLINSTON — Andrew Jackson Sr. a laborer, died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete at Tennant Funeral Home of Bastrop.

Margaret A. Miller, 65 CHATHAM — Margaret Ann Miller, a homemaker, died Wednesday. Funeral services are at 9 a.m. Saturday at Griffin Funeral Home in West Monroe. Visitation is from 6-8 p.m. Friday at the funeral home. Burial will follow services at Chatham Cemetery.

Gracie B. Oglesby, 12 RUSTON — Gracie Beth Oglesby died Wednesday. Graveside services are at 2 p.m. Saturday at Village Cemetery in Village, Ark. Visitation is 6-9 p.m. Friday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home in Ruston.

Sarah J. Prisock, 76 DELHI — Sarah J. Prisock, former owner of Sarah J.'s, died Wednesday. Services are at 11 a.m. Saturday at Dunn Church of God in Dunn. Visitation is from 5-8 p.m. Friday at the church. Burial will be in Faith Memorial Park Cemetery under the direction of Cox Funeral Home of Delhi.

Anna Qualls, 60 RAYVILLE — Anna Qualls, a certified nurse assistant, died Wednesday. Services are incomplete at Tennant Funeral Home of Rayville.

Margaret A. Miller, 65 CHATHAM — Margaret Ann Miller, a homemaker, died Wednesday. Funeral services will be at 10 a.m. Saturday at Griffin Funeral Home in West Monroe. Visitation is 6-8 p.m. Friday at Griffin Funeral Home. Burial is in Chatham Cemetery.

Claude F. Rice Jr., 65 Claude Franklin Rice Jr., of Monroe, a retired factory worker, died Thursday. Visitation is from 5-7 p.m. Friday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home of Monroe Other arrangements are pending in Wood River, Ill.

Ruth E. Robinson, 90 TULSA, Okla. — Ruth Elizabeth Robinson, formerly of Monroe, a retired bookkeeper, died Monday. Graveside services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Monroe.

Toni B. Rodgers, 72 Toni Blain Rodgers of West Monroe, a public relations manager with Carbine Chemical, died Sunday. Memorial services are at 10 a.m. Saturday at Highland Presbyterian Church, West Monroe. Arrangements are under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe.

Aaron Turner, 57 TALLULAH — Aaron Turner, a heavy equipment operator, died Saturday. Funeral services will be at 1 p.m. Saturday at the New China Grove Missionary Baptist Church, Highway 573, St. Joseph. Visitation is from 2-5 Friday at the Beckwith Golden Gate Funeral Home, Tallulah. Burial will be in the church cemetery.

Allen Williams, 77 GRAMBLING — Allen Williams, a retired Grambling State University administrator and professor, died Oct. 27. Services are 10 a.m. Saturday at the New Rocky Valley Baptist Church in Grambling. Family Hour is 6:30-8:30 p.m. Friday at the church. Burial will be in the Grambling Memorial Gardens under the direction of King's Funeral Home Ruston.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED Barton, Lula Belle: 11 a.m. Friday, Sardis Baptist Church, Atlanta. Blanson, Lula: 2:30 p.m. Sunday, Holly Grove Baptist Church. Braddock, James H. "Jim": 10 a.m. Friday, Golden Funeral Home, Bastrop. Carter, Rosetta: 2 p.m. Saturday, Mount Olive Missionary Baptist Church, Bastrop. Collins, Mable: 11 a.m. Friday, Zion Spring Baptist Church, Monroe. Cowart, Billy G.: 2 p.m. Friday, Little Creek United Methodist Church, Archibald. Grey, Annie Mae: noon Saturday, Union Baptist Church, Bosco. Hutson, Robert C.: 2 p.m. Friday, Beulah Baptist Church, Oak Grove. Knox, Ezell: 1 p.m. Saturday, Shiloh Baptist Church, Winnsboro. Lowery, Gwendolyn: 2 p.m. Saturday, Richwood Memorial Gardens, Richwood. Robinson, Otis: 1 p.m. Saturday, Faith Harvest Baptist Church, Monroe. Smith, Lonnie O.: 10 a.m. Saturday, Pleasant Hill Baptist Church, Rocky Branch. Swift, Viola: 10 a.m. Saturday, Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home, Winnsboro. Thompson, Katherine: 1 p.m. Saturday, Rocky Mount Zion Missionary Baptist Church, Epps. Tugler, Daisy: 1 p.m. Saturday, New St. James Baptist Church, Monroe.

November 5, 2011 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

Julia Ann "Judy" Hebert Julia Ann "Judy" Hebert Funeral services will be held at Jesus the Good Shepherd Catholic Church in Monroe on Sunday, November 6 at 2:00 pm with Father Matthew Long officiating. Interment will follow at Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Judy Reagan Hebert, 70, a native and resident of Monroe, passed away on November 4, 2011. She is survived by her husband of 47 years, Kenneth Ray Hebert; her sons Dean Hebert and his wife Connie of Monroe; Mark Alan Hebert of Monroe; her six grandchildren: Reagan, Evan, Carter, John Henry, Caroline, and Graham Hebert of whom she treasured dearly. She was preceded in death by her parents, Julian Reagan and Evelyn Alford Reagan; her sister, Jan Reagan Noble. Judy was a 1959 graduate of Neville High School, received her Bachelor of Science degree in Home Economics Education in 1963 from Northeast Louisiana State College, and earned her Masters of Education in 1975 with a 4.0 GPA. She was a school librarian in the Ouachita Parish system from 1963-1966. She returned to the Monroe City system in 1975 after dedicating several years to raising her two boys. Prior to her retirement in 2004, she was awarded Teacher of the Year in 2001 in recognition of her lifelong service to education. Since 1960, she was a member of Alpha Omicron Pi Sorority.Judy was dedicated to her family and nurtured many who now consider her their mother. Every Sunday was reserved for her as she loved to bring family and friends together by entertaining and cooking dinner. Some of her favorite times were reading, going for walks with her husband, and supporting her grandchildren's various activities in which she particularly loved to watch them play sports. Honorary Pallbearers include: Doug Haynes, Sr., Ivy, Albert, and Robert Hart, Robert Vance, Jeff Shelton, Daniel Aikens, and Doug Patterson. Pallbearers are: Reagan and Evan Hebert, Doug Haynes, II, Kevin Haynes, Josh Nolan, Britt Martin, and Raul Alcala. Visitation will be held from 4:00pm to 7:00pm on Saturday, November 5 at Mulhearn Funeral Home on Sterlington Road in Monroe. She was so greatful for all of the people that loved her especially for her dearest, lifelong, friend Jean Magee Vance. The comfort that she received from all of the kind gestures from family and friends sustained her strength in her graceful battle against pancreatic cancer. The care from her medical team especially received from Dr. Collins Coon, Dr. Vince Forte, and Dr. Kerry Anders extended the quality of time that she had in her final days. She enriched the lives of everyone that had the good fortune to know her, and she will be remembered as a spiritual woman who personified grace and dignity throughout her life. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road, Monroe Published in The News Star on November 5, 2011

Reverend Henry E. Hudson, Sr. Reverend Henry E. Hudson, Sr. was born to the union of the late Reverend James Hudson, Jr. and Rosetta Hudson on July 30, 1947. He received the Lord Jesus Christ and was baptized at an early age. He served as president of the West Carroll Baptist Association and pastor of New Bethany B. C. (Darnell, LA), Bethlehem B.C. and Mercy Seat B.C. (Tallulah, LA), and Mt. Abel B.C. (Mound, LA) until his death on November 1, 2011. He was preceded in death by his father, one sister, Gloria and one brother Harvey. He leaves to cherish fond memories three sons: Michael (Shontae), Henry, Jr., and Timothy; two daughters Angela Horne (James) and Kasity (Glenn); 11 grandchildren; his mother, Rosetta; six brothers: John, Sr., Willie, Benny, Robert, Huey, and Darren; three sisters Brenda, Linda, and Rosa; two uncles T.W. Hudson (Ruby Lee) and Willie Jackson (Victoria) and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and church family. Funeral services will be held at 1:30 PM Sunday, November 6, 2011, at Greater One Christian Fellowship, 125 Cook Rd., Delhi, LA. Visitation will be held on Saturday, November 5, 2011, from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM at the funeral home. Tennant Funeral Home Rayville, LA. Published in The News Star on November 5, 2011

Clyde Monroe McDaniel Funeral services for Clyde Monroe McDaniel, 95 of Saint Joseph, LA was held at Maryland Baptist Church on Saturday, November 5, 2011 at 10:00 AM with Bro. Larry Foster officiating. Interment l followed at Legion Memorial Cemetery under the direction of Young's Funeral Home. Clyde McDaniel was born on February 19, 1916 in Gloster, MS and passed away Thursday, November 3, 2011 at Ridgecrest Nursing Home in West Monroe. Mr. Clyde was a devoted husband, father and grandfather and farmed in Tensas Parish for over 50 years and he was a member of Maryland Baptist Church of Waterproof. He was preceded in death by his wife, Mary Jones McDaniel; one grandson, Randy Williams; one great-grandson, Aidan Williams; one daughter-in-law, Mildred McDaniel; one son-in-law, David Williams; three brothers, Captain McDaniel, Cleveland McDaniel and Clinton McDaniel; and two sisters, Maudie Huffman and Fannie Mae Jones. Survivors include one son, Leroy McDaniel of St. Joseph; one daughter, Bobbie Williams of West Monroe; two grandsons, Dunnie McDaniel and wife, Lisa of St. Joseph, Corey Williams and wife Valerie of Monroe, LA; two granddaughters, Wendy Hays and husband, Scott of ElDorado, AR, and Kay Taylor of West Monroe; two great-grandsons, Dylan Hays of Greenbrier, AR and Will Taylor of West Monroe; six great-granddaughters, Devin Hays of Baton Rouge, Elise Williams of Houston, Texas, Rachel Williams of New Orleans, Maurie McDaniel, Summer McDaniel both of St. Joseph and Regan Taylor of West Monroe; and one great-great-granddaughter, Avery Hays of Baton Rouge. The pallbearers will be Ricky Jones, James Jones, Allen Lansing, Charles Simmons, Danny Wayne McDaniel and Wayne Bass The honorary pallbearers will be Gus Francis and Whit Jones The family received friends at Maryland Baptist Church beginning at 9:00 AM til time of service on Saturday, November 5, 2011. To leave an online condolence for the family please visit youngsfh.com. Young's Funeral Home Ferriday, LA Published in The News Star from November 5 to November 6, 2011

Rubie Coleman Nappier Funeral Services for Mrs. Rubie Coleman Nappier, 87, of West Monroe, LA will be held at 2:00 P.M. Sunday, November 6, 2011 in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA with Rev. Rick Crandall officiating. Interment will follow in the Hasley Cemetery in West Monroe, LA. Born on January 26, 1924, she passed away at her residence in West Monroe, LA on November 4, 2011. Mrs. Nappier is preceded in death by her husband, Tommy Nappier; parents, Will and Pertie Coleman; sister, Helen Moore and brothers, Glenn, Leroy, Hilbon and Herman Coleman. Survivors include her children, Edwina Knight (Billy), Tommye Jean Brown (Dean), Sewilla Savage, Troy Nappier, Brenda Gayle Rawls (Odie), Max Nappier (Jeune), Denise Copes (Ricky) and Rita Ritchie (Mike); sister, Lottie Jean Gaspard (Al); brothers, Homer, Earl and Travis Coleman and sisters-in-law, Cheiko Coleman, Flora Coleman, Shirley Nappier, and Alma Faye LeBlanc; 21 grandchildren; 36 great grandchildren and numerous nieces, nephews and friends. Mrs. Nappier's grandsons will serve as pallbearers, Stanley, Brice and Devon Knight, Brian Brown, Shane Nappier, Steven Rawls, Clint and Kevin Copes, and Adrian and Jeremy Ritchie Visitation will be held from 5:00 P.M. until 7:00 P.M. Saturday, November 5, 2011 at Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Online Registry/ Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.comulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on November 5, 2011

Huey L. Wiggins, Sr. Graveside services for Mr. Huey L. Wiggins, Sr., 83, of Rayville, LA were held 10:00 AM, Thursday, November 3, 2011 at Lynn Cemetery in Archibald, LA with Rev. Joe Wiggins officiating under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home Rayville, LA. Mr. Wiggins was preceded in death by his parents Robert and Tinnie Wiggins, Brothers, Jerry Wiggins, Rufus Wiggins, Bobby Wiggins and Jesse Wiggins, sister, Gwendolyn Wiggins. He is Survived by his wife Darlene Wiggins of Mangham, LA, four sons, Huey Wiggins, Jr. and his wife Sylvia of Delhi, LA, Billy Bob Wiggins and his wife Misty of Monroe, LA, Roy Wiggins and his wife Trudy of Mangham, LA and Joe Wiggins and his wife Lauren of Eagleville, TN, daughter, Mary Ann Colvin and her husband Tommy of Archibald, LA, Sister, Ruth Cumpton and her husband Jesse of Houston, TX, two sister-in-laws, Kitty Wiggins of Shreveport, LA, Maxine Wiggins of Jacksonville, FL,14 grandchildren, 13 great grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews. Online registry/condolences at www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home Rayville, LA. Published in The News Star on November 5, 2011

November 6, 2011 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

John S. Frost Funeral services for John S. Frost, 25, of Bastrop, will be held at 1:00 PM, Monday, November 7, 2011 in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe with Rev. Molly Magee officiating. Interment will follow at Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery. Mr. Frost died Friday, November 04, 2011, at Morehouse General Hospital. He was in the Louisiana National Guard #921 Detachment 1. John enjoyed hunting, fishing, and camping. Survivors include his wife Summer W. Frost; three children, Noah S. L. Frost, Heavenly Cheyenne Jane Frost, and Elijah Wes Kinison; father, Jimmy Lee Frost, Jr.; mother, Ruby Jean Graves and husband Jerry; grandmother, Virginia Little; four sisters, Latasha Heath and husband Eric, Katrina Daigle and husband Chad, Jenny Snell, and Jenny Graves; brother, Brandon Snell; three nieces, four nephews, and aunt, Janet Brown. Pallbearers will be Jamie Rainbolt, Gerald Templeton, Chad Daigle, Damion Daigle, Jeff Russell, and Josh Black. Honorary pallbearers will be Jerry Graves, Jimmy Frost, Jr., Leonard Snell, and Eric Heath. Visitation will be Sunday from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on November 6, 2011

Arthur Lee Haley, Sr. Funeral services for Arthur Lee Haley, Sr., 89, of West Monroe will be held at 2:00 PM Monday, November 7, 2011 at Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe. Brother Billy Taylor will officiate. Interment will follow at Kilpatrick Serenity Gardens under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe. Mr. Haley was born on September 23, 1922 and passed away November 4, 2011. He was a retired construction painter. He served in the US Army during WWII and participated in the Battle of the Bulge. He was a member of West Monroe Masonic Lodge #419, Barak Shrine and Scottish Rite. He was preceded in death by his parents, Elbert and Lela Haley; spouse, Gerry Haley; brothers, Kevlin Haley and Marcus Haley; sisters, Betty Joe Haley and Millie Dean; and brother-in-law, J. J. May. He is survived by sons, Albo Haley and wife Cathy and Joe Haley and wife Barbara all of West Monroe; grandson, Todd Haley and wife Kalenna, great-granddaughter Kara Haley, and great-grandson Evan Haley all of Haynesville, LA; and four sisters, Pearlie May, Jeanette Harrell, Nita Buckelew, and Sandy Whittington of West Monroe; numerous nephews and nieces, and special niece, Amy Alexander. Pallbearers will be great nephews: Blake Davis, Jacob Davis, Zach Morris, Chris Woodall, Coty Woodall, and Robbie Woodall. Honorary pallbearers will be Buster Whittington, Bob Harrell, and "Buck" Buckelew. Visitation will be held Sunday, November 6 from 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at Kilpatrick Funeral Home in West Monroe, LA. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com. Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on November 6, 2011

FEDERAL WAY, Wash. -- Robert C. Coats, Sr., formerly of Delhi, died July 7. Memorial services are 1 p.m. Tuesday at the Delhi Masonic Cemetery, Delhi, under the direction of Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Rayville.

Bobbie Dark, 80 JONESBORO -- Bobbie Dark, a grocery store owner, died Saturday. Services are 2 p.m. Wednesday at McDonald Memorial Baptist Church. Visitation is 4-8 p.m. Tuesday at Edmonds Funeral Home. Burial is in McDonald Cemetery.

Wallace E. Freeman, 70 Wallace E. Freeman of West Monroe, a retired machinist, died Saturday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Julia Hebert, 70 Julia Ann "Judy" Hebert of Monroe, a retired librarian died Friday. Services are 2 p.m. Sunday at Jesus the Good Shepherd Catholic Church. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Monroe.

Joshua L. Howard, 33 JONESBORO -- Joshua Lee Howard, a certified nursing assistant, died Friday. Services are 2 p.m. Monday at Midway Baptist Church. Visitation is 4-8 Sunday at Edmonds Funeral Home. Burial will be in Midway Cemetery.

Rubie C. Nappier, 87 Rubie Coleman Nappier of West Monroe, a supervisor with the state of Louisiana, died Friday. Services are 2 p.m. Sunday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Burial will be in Hasley Cemetery, West Monroe, under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED Bankston, Joan M.G.: 3 p.m. Sunday, Golden Funeral Home, Bastrop. Blanson, Lula: 2:30 p.m. Sunday, Holly Grove Baptist Church. Buster, Elizabeth Joan "Betty" Johnston: 1:30 p.m. Monday, Ashdown Cemetery, Ashdown, Ark. Carter, Veronica: 10:30 a.m. Sunday, Greater Free Gift Baptist Church. Hudson, Rev. Henry: 1:30 p.m. Sunday, Greater One Baptist Church, Delhi. King, Dorothy: 2 p.m. Monday, Piney Grove Baptist Church, West Monroe. Smith, William Harvey "Bill": 2 p.m. Monday, Young's Funeral Home, Ferriday.

November 7, 2011 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

Bobbie R. Dark Funeral services for Mrs. Bobbie R. Dark, a self employed grocery store owner and retiree from Stone Container, will be held on Wednesday, November 9, 2011 at McDonald Memorial Baptist Church at 2:00 PM. Officiating will be Rev. Ronnie Sanders and Rev. Charles Wesley. Interment will follow in the McDonald Cemetery in Jonesboro. Visitation will be held on Tuesday, November 8, 2011 from 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM at Edmonds Funeral Home in Jonesboro. Mrs. Dark was born on July 8, 1931 and passed away on November 5, 2011. She was 80. Survivors include, her husband, Gene Dark of Jonesboro, LA, her son, Randy Dark and wife Toni of Jonesboro, LA, three grandchildren, Nicholas Kyle Dark and wife Allison of Quitman, LA, Miranda Arnold and husband Arien of West Monroe, LA, and Lauren Dark of Monroe, LA. Four Great-grandchildren, Micah Jackson, Alexander Dark, Ava Claire Bramstedt and Adriana Dark. Pall bearers will include, Johnny Templeton, Michael Dark, Nicholas Dark, Arien Arnold, James Rasberry, Brian Bramstedt, Sammy Bridges, Russell Bridges, James Bridges, Greg Bridges, Jimmy Maxwell and Glen Roy Robinson. Published in The News Star on November 7, 2011

Kathleen McMahon Evans Kathleen McMahon Evans was granted her angel wings on November 5, 2011. Her final days were spent in the comfort of her home surrounded by family and friends. A private memorial service will be held for family and friends on Monday, November 7, 2011, 10:00 a.m. at the Mulhearn Memorial Gardens Chapel in Monroe, Louisiana. Kathleen was born July 28, 1954, in Pensacola, Florida. Kathleen is remembered for her kindness and loving spirit. Kathleen is survived by her Husband, Chester Ray Evans; Mother, Arlene McMahon; 3 Sons, 1 Daughter, 5 Step-Sons, 2 Step-Daughters and their spouses, Phillip Craven, Anthony Wilson, Michael and Angel Wilson, Sharon Wilson, Ray and Jessica Evans, Tim Evans, Lacey and Robert Sumerhill, Jeremy and Ashley Evans, Josh and Brian Evans-Edmondson, Ben Evans, Abbey and Colby Rimes; 8 Grandchildren; Ashley, Anslee, Bailey, David, Jennifer, Leakay, Anthony, Dakoda and numerous Brothers, Sisters, Nieces, Nephews Kathleen was preceded in death by her Father, Phillip McMahon. Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on November 7, 2011

David C. Jordan BROWN-HOLLEY FUNERAL HOME Memorial services for David C. Jordan, 62, of Mangham, LA will be held 2:00 PM, Monday, November 7, 2011 at Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Rayville with Bro. Marvin Reiger officiating. David was born October 26, 1949 in Archibald, LA and passed away Friday, November 4, 2011 in West Monroe, LA. Mr. Jordan was a UAW member. He retired from the Guide Light Plant after 32 years. David enjoyed reading, gardening, woodworking, hunting, restoring motors, and story telling. David is preceded in death by his father, Joseph Jordan; brother, Martin Jordan; and sisters, Lillian Mann and Sue Rundell. Survivors include his wife of 30 years, Debbie Jordan of Mangham, LA; children, Leanel Joiner of Monroe, LA, Buddy Jordan of Monroe, LA, Tonya Gilley of Jackson, Ms., and Butch Gilley and wife, Dana of Austin, TX; grandchildren, D.J., J.J., Samarah "Sweet Tater", and Isabel "Izzy"; mother, Evelyn Long of Rayville, LA; brother Gerald Jordan and wife, Donna of Rayville, LA; and a host of aunts, uncles, nieces, and nephews. Visitation will be 1:00 PM until the service Monday at Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Rayville, LA. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to the American Cancer Society , P.O. Box 22718, Oklahoma City, OK 73123-1718.To leave condolences for the family go to brownholleyfuneralhomes.com Brown-Holley Funeral Home Rayville, LA Published in The News Star on November 7, 2011

Barney Auttonberry, a retired truck driver, died Tuesday. Graveside services are 2 p.m. Thursday at Kilpatrick Serenity Gardens, West Monroe. Visitation is 11 a.m. until 1 p.m. Thursday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Monroe.

Wallace E. Freeman, 70 Wallace E. Freeman of West Monroe, retired machinist, died Saturday. Services are 2 p.m. Wednesday at Cedar Crest Baptist Church. Burial will be in Roselawn Memorial Gardens, Calhoun, under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Andrew Jackson Sr., 74 COLLINSTON -- Andrew Jackson Sr., an auto mechanic, died Nov. 1. Services are noon Friday at Morehouse Baptist Educational Building, Bastrop. Visitation is 5-7 p.m. Thursday at Tennant Funeral Home, Bastrop. Burial will be in Homer, La.

Darrell D. Johnson, 52 NEWELLTON -- Darrell D. Johnson, retired military, died Friday. Services are noon Saturday at Paradise Baptist Church, Newellton. Visitation is 11 a.m. Saturday until service time at the church. Burial will be in Union Cemetery, Newellton, under the direction of Richardson Funeral Home, Newellton.

George Y. Johnson, 72 ARCHIBALD -- George Y. Johnson, retired from Energy and Joe Banks Drywall, died Monday. Services are 10 a.m. Wednesday at Cedar Baptist Church, Archibald. Visitation is 9 a.m. Wednesday until service time at the church. Burial will be in Lynn Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Rayville.

Rittie M. Moffett, 82 COLUMBIA -- Rittie M. Moffett, a homemaker, died Friday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Mount Zion Baptist Church, Columbia. Visitation is 1-6 p.m. Friday at Hester's Central State Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in the church cemetery.

Anna Qualls, 60 RAYVILLE -- Anna Qualls, a certified nurse assistant, died Wednesday. Services are 2 p.m. Thursday at First Baptist Church, Rayville. Visitation is 6-7 p.m. Wednesday at Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville. Burial will be in Royal Blue Cemetery, Rayville.

Mary H. Paxton, 53 OAK GROVE -- Mary Helen Paxton, a homemaker, died Monday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Cox Funeral Home.

Detra D. Procter, 57 NEWELLTON -- Detra Dianne Procter, a homemaker, died Saturday. Services are 2 p.m. Friday at Newellton Chapel Baptist Church. Visitation is 1 p.m. Thursday until service time at the church. Burial will be in Routhwood Cemetery, Newellton, under the direction of Richardson Funeral Home, Newellton.

Jewel L. Rawles, 75 Jewel Linder Rawles of West Monroe died Tuesday. Services are 10 a.m. Friday at Gill First National Funeral Home. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home.

Ford Wallace, 69 WINNSBORO -- Ford Wallace, a retired farmer, died Monday. Services are 2 p.m. Wednesday at Gill First National Funeral Home. Burial will be in Harris Cemetery.

James 'J.D.' Welch, 71 ROSEFIELD -- James Daniel "J.D." Welch, a tugboat pilot, died Saturday. Services are 2 p.m. Thursday at Rosefield Baptist Church. Visitation is 5-9 p.m. Wednesday at the church. Burial will be in Rosefield Cemetery under the direction of Riser Funeral Home, Columbia.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED Bennett, Donnie: 10 a.m. Wednesday, Gill First National Funeral Home, Winnsboro. Carmack, Syble Ruth: 2 p.m. Wednesday, Cox Funeral Home, Oak Grove. Dark, Bobbie: 2 p.m. Wednesday, McDonald Memorial Baptist Church, Jonesboro. Freeman, Wallace E.: 2 p.m. Wednesday, Cedar Crest Baptist Church. Kennedy Jr., Victor Eugene "Lil Vic": 10 a.m. Wednesday, Cox Funeral Home, Bastrop. Simpkins, Nannie Lou: 2 p.m. Wednesday, Pioneer Baptist Church, Pioneer. Williams, Ethel Lee: 11 a.m. Thursday, King Jesus Worship Center, Winnsboro.

November 8, 2011 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

Wallace Earl Freeman Funeral services for Wallace Earl Feeman,70, of West Monroe, LA will be held at 2:00 PM, Wednesday, November 9, 2011 at Cedar Crest Baptist Church, West Monroe with Dr. Greg Clark officiating. Interment will be in the Roselawn Memorial Gardens Cemetery in Calhoun, LA under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Mr. Freeman was born February 24, 1941 in Monroe, LA to Clifford J. "Peck" Freeman and Nellie Beatrice Linder Freeman. He passed away Saturday November 5, 2011 at his home in West Monroe after a lengthy illness. Wallace was born into a farming family where he excelled in 4-H and FFA, particularly where machinery was concerned. Much of his living was made as a welder and machinist. He loved rebuilding heavy equipment. His greatest loves were his family, friends, and his music. He would play music at the nursing home, at church or anywhere music loving people gathered and he always had a song for the children. His sense of humor drew people to him and took some by surprise. Because he was a man who could make things that seemed impossible happen anyway, he will be so missed and forever loved by so many. He was a member of the International Union of Operating Engineers, Local 406 and the Masonic Lodge 419. Mr. Freeman is preceded in death by his mother and father, mother-in-law, Jesse Myree Hicks and a grandson, Thomas Michael Freeman. Survivors include his wife of 50 years Shirley Hicks Freeman, two sons, Johnny Ray Freeman and wife Linda and Robert Earl Freeman and wife Christy; two daughters, Yvonne Carter and husband Robert and Terri Lynn Freeman Lockard and husband David; five grandsons Jesse Freeman and wife Kimberly, John Wallace Freeman and fiancée Alex Polizzi, Nicholas Carter, Matthew Lockard and Travis Gray; four granddaughters Shannon Lane and husband Christopher, Amanda Myree Scott, Debbie Freeman, and ShyAnne Thomasie; two great-granddaughters Isabella Myree Lane and Kyler Myree Scott; one brother Robert W. Freeman; two sisters, Dorothy Freeman Blackstock and husband C.M. "Bill" and Judith A. Freeman. Pallbearers will be Johnny R. Freeman, Robert E. Freeman, Robert Carter, David C. Lockard, Jesse Freeman, John Wallace Freeman, Nicholas Carter, and Matthew C. Lockard. Honorary pallbearers are Ray Curbow, Chuck Cambree, Oscar L. Townsend, Jack Humble, Billy Redmond, Louis F. Hicks, Skip Moore, Scott Swanner, Mahlon Blackstock, Harold Trailor and Clint Hixon. Visitation will be from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM Tuesday at Cedar Crest Baptist Church. Memorials may be made to the Cedar Crest Baptist Church Building Fund in memory of Wallace Freeman, 3245 Arkansas Road West Monroe, LA 71291. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Published in The News Star on November 8, 2011

Carol Diana Lenard Funeral services for Mrs. Carol Diana Lenard, 63 of West Monroe, will be held at 10:00 am, Wednesday, November 9, 2011, at Luna Assembly of God in West Monroe, with Brother Joel Brackett and Brother Matthew Cunningham officiating. Burial services will follow at Luna Methodist Church. Visitation will be from 6:00 PM until 8:00 PM on Tuesday, November 8, 2011 at Luna Assembly of God. Mrs. Lenard was born on September 13, 1948 and following a lengthy illness, passed away peacefully on Saturday, November 5, 2011 at Glenwood Medical Center surrounded by her family and friends. She enjoyed planting flowers and spending time with her family. She loved taking care of everyone by always helping in any way that she could find. She always saw the beauty in everyone. Her love for life, kind and generous nature, as well as her energetic spirit will be missed by all of those that knew her. Mrs. Lenard was preceded in death by her parents, Mr. and Mrs. J.D. Lenard, 6 brothers, 1 sister and 5 half-brothers and sisters. She is survived by her sister Helen Stowe, brother Daniel Lenard and wife Norma, sister Barbara Russell and husband Reggie, brother Gerald Lenard and wife Pat, sister, Geraldine Lenard, brother Jimmy Lenard and wife Betty, sister Gay Sikes and husband Mike, all of West Monroe, sons Patrick Paschal and Harry Paschal of West Monroe, son Rex Hawsey, of TX and son Max Hawsey and wife Sarah of Tx, 4 grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews. Pallbearers will be Alan Shields, Clint Lenard, Devin Gordon, Dillon Nelson, Harold Fowler, and Kelby Lenard. Honorary pallbearers will be Kevin Burnley and Ricky Brown. Griffin Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Published in The News Star on November 8, 2011

Donnie Bennett, 79 WINNSBORO — Donnie Bennett, a retired engineer, died Sunday. Services are 10 a.m. Wednesday at Gill First National Funeral Home. Visitation is 5-9 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Ogden Cemetery.

Syble R. Carmack, 73 OAK GROVE — Syble Ruth Carmack, a homemaker, died Sunday. Services are 2 p.m. Wednesday at Cox Funeral Home, Oak Grove. Visitation is 5-9 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Forest Corner Cemetery, near Oak Grove.

Victor E. Kennedy Jr., 30 BASTROP — Victor Eugene "Lil Vic" Kennedy Jr., a cross-country truck driver, died Thursday. Services are 10 a.m. Wednesday at Cox Funeral Home, Bastrop. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home.

Betty J. Parker, 63 FORT NECESSITY — Betty Jean Parker, a cashier, died Sunday. Memorial services are 3 p.m. Tuesday at Fort Necessity Baptist Church. Arrangements are under the direction of Gill First National Funeral Home.

Jeanneanne R. Poore, 78 COLUMBIA — Jeanneanne R. Poore, an insurance agent, died Sunday. There will be no visitation or memorial service. Arrangements are under the direction of Riser Funeral Home, Columbia.

Cedric Quinn, 45 Cedric "Stank" Quinn of Monroe, a laborer, died Wednesday. Services are 11 a.m. Tuesday at Bethel Baptist Church. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens under the direction of Miller Funeral Home, Monroe.

Kenneth W. Rockett, 74 RUSTON — Kenneth Wayne Rockett, formerly of Spearsville, died Sunday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Ruston.

Nannie L. Simpkins, 96 BASTROP — Nannie Lou Simpkins, a homemaker, died Monday. Services are 2 p.m. Wednesday at Pioneer Baptist Church, Pioneer. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Tuesday at the church. Burial will be in Epps Cemetery under the direction of Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Oak Grove.

Virginia P. Stanecki, 67 Virginia Patterson Stanecki of West Monroe, retired from Bancroft Bag, died Sunday. Graveside services are 2 p.m. Tuesday at Fellowship Baptist Church Cemetery, Caldwell Parish. Arrangements are under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Ford B. Wallace, 69 WINNSBORO — Ford Buddy Wallace, a retired farmer, died Monday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Gill First National Funeral Home.

James 'J.D.' Welch, 71 ROSEFIELD — James Daniel "J.D." Welch, a tugboat pilot, died Saturday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Riser Funeral Home, Columbia.

Ethel L. Williams, 64 WINNSBORO — Ethel Lee Williams, a homemaker, died Wednesday. Services are 11 a.m. Thursday at King Jesus Worship Center, Winnsboro. Visitation is 1-7 p.m. Wednesday at Richardson Funeral Home, Winnsboro. Burial will be in Morning Star Cemetery, Fort Necessity.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED Coats, Robert C. Sr.: 1 p.m. Tuesday, Delhi Masonic Cemetery, Delhi. Dark, Bobbie: 2 p.m. Wednesday, McDonald Memorial Baptist Church, Jonesboro. Freeman, Wallace E.: 2 p.m. Wednesday, Cedar Crest Baptist Church. Hill, Robert Leo: 10 a.m. Tuesday, Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home, Winnsboro.

November 9, 2011 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

George Y. Johnson Services for Mr. George Y. Johnson, 72, of Rayville, LA will be 10:00 AM, Wednesday, November 9, 2011 at Cedar Baptist Church with interment following in Lynn Cemetery Archibald, LA with Rev. Mike Loveday and Rev. Todd Perry officiating, under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home-Rayville, LA. Mr. George was retired after 33 years with, Entergy or ( LP&L) as an Area Supervisor, then retired from Joe Banks Realty. He was an active and vocal member of "The Coffee Club" from McDonalds. He was always ready to visit and laugh with everyone, telling them about how great his children and grandchildren are. His love for people was shown through his vegetable and fruit garden which he shared with everyone. He was also an avid spokesman for AA and sponsored many young people for striving sobriety. He was preceded in death by his parents Alonzo and Lola Johnson, three sisters and four brothers. He is survived by his wife of 51 years, Patricia Eppinette Johnson of Rayville, LA, daughter, LaJuana Johnson Harrell and her husband Lee of Rayville, LA, son Eric Johnson and his wife Brandi of West Monroe, LA, grandsons, Madison Harrell and Casey Johnson, granddaughters, Mackenzie Harrell, Annelise Johnson and Finley Johnson, brothers, Virgil Johnson and his wife Elsie of Epps, LA and David Johnson and his wife Kathy of Swartz, LA, sister Celia Perry and her husband William, Delhi, LA, and a sister-in-law Jimmie Johnson of Rayville, LA. Pallbearers will be William Waller, Thomas Gibson, Rhett Gable, Bob Tatum, Ersell Crocker, Jerry Ray Roberts. Honorary Pallbearers are "The Coffee Club" from McDonald's. Visitation will be from 9:00 AM until service time at the church. Online registry/condolences at www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home Rayville, LA. Published in The News Star on November 9, 2011

Neal Glen Woodard Services honoring the life of Neal Glen Woodard will be at 11:00 a.m., Thursday, November 10, 2011, at Rose-Neath Marshall Street Chapel. Officiating will be Rev. Randy Riley. Interment will follow in Forest Park West Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home. Neal was born May 24, 1949 in Shreveport, LA and passed away Sunday, November 6, 2011, at Glenwood Regional Medical Center in West Monroe, LA. He was a lifetime member of Trinity Heights Baptist Church. Neal was an avid fisherman and Tigers and Saints football fan. He was an employee of Moore Goodyear Tire and Service in Monroe, LA with more than 40 years of service. Neal had many interests, but his family was the love of his life. His son, Neal Glenn Woodard, Jr., parents, George and Lera Wynn Woodard, sister, Margaret, and brother, Charles, preceded Neal in death. Survivors are his wife, Elizabeth Rigsby Woodard; daughters, Cynthia Reyna and husband, Luis, and Christina Johnette Woodard; special granddaughter, Christina Elizabeth Woodell; grandsons, Christian Luis Reyna and Johnathon Glenn Reyna; sister, Patsy McIntyre; and brothers, Ralph Woodard, George Woodard and wife, Susan, and Don Woodard. Honoring Neal, as pallbearers will be Barry Perot, Jim Draper, Daniel Hutchison, Mark Pilgreen, Henry Cantrell, and Alvin Jones. Memorials may be made to Trinity Heights Baptist Church. Rose-Neath Funeral Home Marshall St. Chapel 318-222-0348 Shreveport, LA. Published in The News Star on November 9, 2011

Edward L. Anderson, 49 Edward Louis Anderson of Monroe died Saturday. Services are noon Saturday at Mount Pleasant No. 2 Baptist Church, Oak Grove. Burial will be in the church cemetery under the direction of Loche's Mortuary Inc., Bastrop.

Milton Boothe, 84 HARRISONBURG — Milton "Ouddie" Boothe, a retired commercial fisherman, died Tuesday. Services are 2 p.m. Friday at Harrisonburg Pentecostal Church. Visitation is 5-9 p.m. Thursday at the church. Burial will be in Joe Boothe Cemetery under the direction of Comer Funeral Home, Ferriday.

John D. Dilley, 57 HEBERT — John Dale Dilley, an offshore welder, died Sunday. Graveside services are 2 p.m. Friday at Ogden Cemetery, Hwy. 870 North, Liddieville. Visitation is 11 a.m. until 12:30 p.m. Friday at Riser Funeral Home, Columbia.

Steven Elliott, 45 Steven "Steve" Elliott of West Monroe, human resource manager at Northeast Louisiana War Veterans' Home, died Monday. Memorial services are 4:30 p.m. Friday at Whites Ferry Church of Christ, West Monroe. Visitation is 3:30 p.m. until service time under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Mariann Herron, 81 Mariann Herron of Monroe, a retired Realtor, died Wednesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Monroe.

Clarence Lewis Jr., 49 FEDERAL WAY, Wash. — Clarence Lewis Jr., a scrub technician, died Friday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Miller Funeral Home, Monroe.

Frezell A. Martin, 34 LAKE PROVIDENCE — Frezell A. Martin, a truck driver, died Nov. 2. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at Lake Providence Senior High School. Visitation is 1-5 p.m. Friday at Harris Funeral Home, Lake Providence. Burial will be in Lonestar Cemetery.

Nancy M. Ponsell, 68 RAYVILLE — Nancy M. Ponsell, a homemaker, died Thursday. Wake services are 4-6 p.m. Friday at Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Rayville.

Kenneth W. Rockett, 74 RUSTON — Kenneth Wayne Rockett, formerly of Spearsville, died Sunday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Trinity United Methodist Church, Ruston. Visitation is 10 a.m. Saturday until service time at the church. Burial is at 2 p.m. at Camp Creek Cemetery, Spearsville, under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Ruston.

Louie H. Shively, 94 JONESBORO — Louie Hubert Shively, a retired electrician, died Tuesday. Services are 2 p.m. Friday at Edmonds Funeral Home, Jonesboro. Visitation is noon Friday until service time at the funeral home. Burial will be in Garden of Memories Cemetery, Jonesboro.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED Auttonberry, Barney: 2 p.m. Thursday, Kilpatrick Serenity Gardens, West Monroe. Jackson Sr., Andrew: noon Friday, Morehouse Baptist Educational Building, Bastrop. Johnson, Darrell D.: noon Saturday, Paradise Baptist Church, Newellton. Moffett, Rittie M.: 11 a.m. Saturday, Mount Zion Baptist Church, Columbia. Procter, Detra Dianne: 2 p.m. Friday, Newellton Chapel Baptist Church, Newellton. Qualls, Anna: 2 p.m. Thursday, First Baptist Church, Rayville. Rawles, Jewel Linder: 10 a.m. Friday, Gill First National Funeral Home, Winnsboro. Welch, James Daniel "J.D.": 2 p.m. Thursday, Rosefield Baptist Church. Williams, Ethel Lee: 11 a.m. Thursday, King Jesus Worship Center, Winnsboro.

November 10 , 2011 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

Hazel Craven Keller Hazel Craven Keller, age 90 of Greer, SC, and formerly of Monroe, Louisiana, went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, November 8, 2011. She was born in Huttig, Arkansas, May 8, 1921. Hazel was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, and was a friend to many. She is survived by her husband of 70 years, J.W. Keller of Greer, SC, her daughter and son-in-law Suzanne and Steve Holcombe of Greenville, SC, her granddaughter and husband Allison and Jay Nelson, two great-grandchildren Hollyn and Liam Nelson of Lexington, SC, her aunt Selma Garner of Texas, and several nieces and nephews. She was pre-deceased by her parents Betheral and James Craven of El Dorado, Arkansas, and two sisters Cleo Barden of Malvern, Arkansas, and Jeanette Brewster of El Dorado, Arkansas. She was a member of Brushy Creek Baptist Church in Taylors, SC. Funeral service will be Friday, November 11, 2011 at 3:00 pm in the chapel of Woodlawn Funeral Home with burial to follow in Woodlawn Memorial Park. Visitation will be prior to the service from 1:30 - 3:00 pm in the funeral home. Memorials may be made to the Brushy Creek Baptist Church World Mission Offering, 4999 Old Spartanburg Road, Taylors, SC 29687. www.woodlawn-fh.com Woodlawn Funeral Home Greer, SC Published in The News Star on November 10, 2011

Florence Evelyn Wynn Letlow Funeral services will be held for Florence Evelyn Wynn Letlow, age 82, at First Baptist Church of Arcadia, La. on Friday, November 11, 2011, at 10:00 a.m. The interment will follow at the Arcadia Cemetery. The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Thursday, November 10, 2011 from 5:00 until 8:00 p.m. Mrs. Letlow was born September 18, 1929, in Start, LA, to Frank and Mamie Posey Wynn. She entered into rest on November 8, 2011, in Arcadia, LA. Mrs. Letlow was a member of the First Baptist Church of Arcadia. She worked for Ark-La Gas as an office manager. Mrs. Letlow asked to be remembered as someone "who loved her family and did everything she could for them". She was a wonderful homemaker who loved to cook and sew for her family and friends. Her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren were the light of her life. She also enjoyed traveling and playing card games, especially Rook, with her close friends. Mrs. Letlow loved her Lord, her church and her Sunday school class. She is now Living out her favorite verse, John 14:27, "Peace I leave with you, my peace I give unto you…Let not your heart be troubled, neither let it be afraid." She is survived by her husband E.E. "Jiggs" Letlow, Sr. of Arcadia, LA, son E.E. "Moe" Letlow, Jr. and wife Alice of Arcadia, LA, daughter Patsy Letlow Devinney and husband Bob of Monroe, LA, grandchildren Kristi Letlow Stake and husband Joel of Nashua, NH and Robby Devinney and wife Kara of Monroe, LA, and by great-grandchildren Evelyn (Evie) Stake and Bo Devinney. Pallbearers will be nephews Johnny Letlow, David Ray Davis, Jerry Head, Jimmy Letlow, Mickey Wynn and Frankie Wynn. Memorials may be made to First Baptist Church of Arcadia, 2249 Hazel St, Arcadia, LA 71001. Rose Neath Funeral Home Arcadia, LA Published in The News Star on November 10, 2011

Jewel Linder Rawles Funeral services for Jewel Linder Rawles, 75 of West Monroe will be at 10:00 AM Friday, November 11, 2011, in the chapel of Gill First National Funeral Home in Winnsboro with Rev. William Smith officiating. A private family graveside service will follow. Visitation will be Thursday from 5:00PM-8:00 PM at the funeral home. She was born to Arvel and Eunice Idella Weems Linder on July 20, 1936 in Mangham and passed from this life Tuesday, November 8, 2011 in St. Francis Medical Center in Monroe. Mrs. Rawles spent many years in the banking and hospital industries. She began her business career with Winnsboro State Bank and Franklin State Bank in Winnsboro and Guarantee Bank in Delhi. She then later worked at Richland Parish Hospital in Rayville and retired as business administrator. She was preceded in death by her parents, and two brothers: Russell Linder and Charles Linder all of Winnsboro. She leaves behind a son Richard Darrin Rawles and wife Sharon of West Monroe and one grandson Alan Rawles of West Monroe. She is also survived by Cleon Rawles of Winnsboro. Memorials may be made to Lakeshore Baptist Church-308 Lakeshore Dr.- Monroe, LA 71203. Online condolences may be made at www.gillfirstnational.com . Gill First National Funeral Home Winnsboro, LA Published in The News Star on November 10, 2011

Kenneth Wayne Rockett Funeral service for Kenneth Wayne Rockett, age 74, of Ruston formerly of Spearsville, LA, will be held Saturday, November 12, 2011 at 11:00 AM at Trinity United Methodist Church, Burkhalter Chapel. Officiating the service will be Rev. Brian Mercer and Rev. Jerry Hilbun. Graveside services will be at 2:00 PM on Saturday at Camp Creek Cemetery in Spearsville, LA under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home in Ruston. Mr. Rockett was born August 12, 1937 and passed away November 6, 2011. He is preceded in death by his parents: Jack and Blanche Rockett, and his wife Betty P. Rockett. Mr. Rockett was a graduate of Louisiana Tech University and earned a masters degree from Yale University. He worked as a forester and Licensed Real Estate Appraiser. Mr. Rockett served a lengthy career with the United States Army Reserves, retiring with the rank of Lieutenant Colonel. Mr. Rockett is survived by children: Shannon Rockett of Ft. Worth, TX, Erin Rockett of Ruston, LA, Carla Ortigo and husband Charles of Baton Rouge, LA, Tina Whittington and husband Marty of Centerville, MS and Daryn Spillman and wife Danyelle of Weatherford, OK; grandchildren: Kari Kleinpeter, Segen Ortigo, Chase Whittington, Paige Whittington and Chelsie Spillman; brother: Jerry Rockett and wife Sandy of Heathville, VA; and nephew: Jeff Rockett. Memorials may be made to the Louisiana Methodist Children's Home, Samaritan's Purse, or Camp Creek Baptist Church. Honorary Pallbearers will be, Jerry Rockett, Clyde Barron, Charles Ortigo, Chase Whittington, Daryn Spillman, and Marty Whittington. Visitation will be held from 10:00 AM to service time at the church on Saturday, November 12, 2011. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com Kilpatrick Funeral Home Ruston, LA Published in The News Star on November 10, 2011

Barney Auttonberry, 86 -Barney Auttonberry, a retired truck driver, died Tuesday. Graveside services are 2 p.m. Thursday at Kilpatrick Serenity Gardens, West Monroe. Visitation is 11 a.m. until 1 p.m. Thursday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Monroe.

Wallace E. Freeman, 70 Wallace E. Freeman of West Monroe, retired machinist, died Saturday. Services are 2 p.m. Wednesday at Cedar Crest Baptist Church. Burial will be in Roselawn Memorial Gardens, Calhoun, under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Andrew Jackson Sr., 74 COLLINSTON -- Andrew Jackson Sr., an auto mechanic, died Nov. 1. Services are noon Friday at Morehouse Baptist Educational Building, Bastrop. Visitation is 5-7 p.m. Thursday at Tennant Funeral Home, Bastrop. Burial will be in Homer, La.

Darrell D. Johnson, 52 NEWELLTON -- Darrell D. Johnson, retired military, died Friday. Services are noon Saturday at Paradise Baptist Church, Newellton. Visitation is 11 a.m. Saturday until service time at the church. Burial will be in Union Cemetery, Newellton, under the direction of Richardson Funeral Home, Newellton.

George Y. Johnson, 72 ARCHIBALD -- George Y. Johnson, retired from Energy and Joe Banks Drywall, died Monday. Services are 10 a.m. Wednesday at Cedar Baptist Church, Archibald. Visitation is 9 a.m. Wednesday until service time at the church. Burial will be in Lynn Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Rayville.

Rittie M. Moffett, 82 COLUMBIA -- Rittie M. Moffett, a homemaker, died Friday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Mount Zion Baptist Church, Columbia. Visitation is 1-6 p.m. Friday at Hester's Central State Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in the church cemetery.

Anna Qualls, 60 RAYVILLE -- Anna Qualls, a certified nurse assistant, died Wednesday. Services are 2 p.m. Thursday at First Baptist Church, Rayville. Visitation is 6-7 p.m. Wednesday at Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville. Burial will be in Royal Blue Cemetery, Rayville.

Mary H. Paxton, 53 OAK GROVE -- Mary Helen Paxton, a homemaker, died Monday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Cox Funeral Home.

Detra D. Procter, 57 NEWELLTON -- Detra Dianne Procter, a homemaker, died Saturday. Services are 2 p.m. Friday at Newellton Chapel Baptist Church. Visitation is 1 p.m. Thursday until service time at the church. Burial will be in Routhwood Cemetery, Newellton, under the direction of Richardson Funeral Home, Newellton.

Jewel L. Rawles, 75 Jewel Linder Rawles of West Monroe died Tuesday. Services are 10 a.m. Friday at Gill First National Funeral Home. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home.

Ford Wallace, 69 WINNSBORO -- Ford Wallace, a retired farmer, died Monday. Services are 2 p.m. Wednesday at Gill First National Funeral Home. Burial will be in Harris Cemetery.

James 'J.D.' Welch, 71 ROSEFIELD -- James Daniel "J.D." Welch, a tugboat pilot, died Saturday. Services are 2 p.m. Thursday at Rosefield Baptist Church. Visitation is 5-9 p.m. Wednesday at the church. Burial will be in Rosefield Cemetery under the direction of Riser Funeral Home, Columbia.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED Bennett, Donnie: 10 a.m. Wednesday, Gill First National Funeral Home, Winnsboro. Carmack, Syble Ruth: 2 p.m. Wednesday, Cox Funeral Home, Oak Grove. Dark, Bobbie: 2 p.m. Wednesday, McDonald Memorial Baptist Church, Jonesboro. Freeman, Wallace E.: 2 p.m. Wednesday, Cedar Crest Baptist Church. Kennedy Jr., Victor Eugene "Lil Vic": 10 a.m. Wednesday, Cox Funeral Home, Bastrop. Simpkins, Nannie Lou: 2 p.m. Wednesday, Pioneer Baptist Church, Pioneer. Williams, Ethel Lee: 11 a.m. Thursday, King Jesus Worship Center, Winnsboro.

November 11, 2011 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

Louis P. Milner, Jr. Funeral services for Louis P. Milner, Jr., 90, of Monroe, will be held at 2:00 PM Saturday, November 12, 2011 at Jesus the Good Shepherd Catholic Church with Msgr. Edmund Moore, Rev. Matthew Long, and Rev. David Richter officiating. Burial will follow at St. Matthew Catholic Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Mr. Milner was born on October 26, 1921 and passed away November 9, 2011. He was preceded in death by his parents, Mary Elizabeth Andrews (Arie) Milner and Louis P. Milner, Sr. He was a 1939 graduate of Neville High School and graduated from New Mexico Military Ins., Jr. College in 1941. Mr. Milner served in the U. S. Army from 1941 until 1945. Survivors include his wife of 64 years, Pauline (Polly) Breard Milner; children, Louis P. Milner III and wife Cindy of Anchorage, AK, Polly Ann Storms and husband Clifton Mark Storms of Covington, LA, Armand Breard Milner, Sr. and wife Theresa, and Nancy Catherine Messina and husband Anthony P. Messina, Jr.; brother-in-law, Armand E. Breard and wife Travis, all of Monroe; grandchildren, Christopher McVay Storms and wife Dayna of Metairie, LA, Louis Armand Milner and wife Ida of Anchorage, AK, Sarah Elizabeth Messa and husband Scott T. Messa of Covington, LA, Mary Amanda Messina of Monroe, and Catherine Pauline (Polly) Meyers and husband Mark Allen Meyers of Fairhope, AL, Mary Elizabeth (Arie) Milner, Armand Breard (Bre) Milner, Jr. of Monroe, Krystal (Krysti) Dupuy and husband Banyon of Lafayette, and Eric Lewis and wife Jill of Houston, TX; great grandchildren, Louis P. Milner IV of Anchorage, AK, Connor Christian Bagwell of Monroe, Scott T. Messa, Jr. and Leon Pyron Messa of Covington, LA, Pyron McKenzie Meyers, Nellie Coopers Meyers of Fairhope, AL, and Lyla Lewis of Houston, TX. Pallbearers will be Armand Breard Milner, Jr., Christopher McVay Storms, Armand Chapman Breard, Dan Armand Breard II, Ernest Ricker Breard, John Kenneth Breard, and Thomas M. Hayes III. Honorary pallbearers will be Dr. James H. Shelton, Dr. Burchell Liles, Reneau G. Breard, Alden (Bill) Shotwell, Jr., and Jack Hendricks Breard, Jr. Visitation will be Saturday at 1:00 PM at Jesus the Good Shepherd Catholic Church. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Jesus the Good Shepherd Catholic Church, St. Jude Children's Research Hospital , 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105, or a charity of your choice . Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Rd., Monroe, LA. Published in The News Star on November 11, 2011

Roy L. Allen Sr., 82 FARMERVILLE — Roy L. Allen Sr., a retired Exxon distributor and auto parts store owner, died Thursday. Services are 3 p.m. Saturday at First Baptist Church, Farmerville. Visitation is 5-7 p.m. Friday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Farmerville. Burial will be in Farmerville City Cemetery.

Timothy W. Anderson, 51 MOSELL. Miss. — Timothy W. Anderson, a truck driver, died Nov. 1. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at First Kingdom Missionary Baptist Church, Tallulah. Visitation is 2-5 p.m. Friday at Beckwith Golden Gate Funeral Home, Tallulah. Burial will be in New Oakwood Cemetery, Tallulah.

Sarah M. Armstrong, 84 HOUSTON, Texas — Sarah Mae Armstrong, formerly of Monroe, a homemaker, died Thursday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Smith Funeral Home, Monroe.

Benjamin L. Cooper, 45 DELHI — Benjamin Lamon Cooper, an insurance agent, died Sunday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Greater One Christian Fellowship Church, Delhi. Visitation is 2-6 p.m. Friday at Funerals by McFarland, Delhi. Burial will be in Greater One Memorial Park Gardens.

Tevarius J. Elliott, 10 Tevarius Je'Rome Elliott of Monroe, a student, died Wednesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Smith Funeral Home, Monroe.

Willie Harris, 91 Willie Harris of Monroe, a laborer, died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Funerals by McFarland, Monroe.

Mariann B. Herron, 81 Mariann Baugh Herron of Monroe, a retired Realtor, died Wednesday. Memorial services are 2 p.m. Saturday in the old sanctuary of St. Paul's United Methodist Church. Visitation is 1 p.m. until service time at the church. Arrangements are under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Monroe.

Regina D. Humphries, 78 Regina D. Humphries of West Monroe, a homemaker, died Wednesday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Visitation is 5-7 p.m. Friday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Kilpatrick's Serenity Gardens, West Monroe.

James Johnson, 67 NEWELLTON — James Johnson, a retired hardware employee, died Monday. Services are 11 a.m. Sunday at Richardson Funeral Home, Newellton. Visitation is 10 a.m. Sunday until service time. Burial will be in Union Cemetery, Newellton.

LaVaine Krone, 85 LaVaine Krone of West Monroe, a retired dental assistant, died Thursday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

James R. Sullis, 84 James R. Sullis of West Monroe, a laborer, died Wednesday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at St. John Baptist Church, Winnsboro. Visitation is 11 a.m. Saturday at the church until service time. Burial will be in State Place Cemetery, Gilbert, under the direction of Funerals by McFarland, Monroe.

Grace L. Wiggins, 72 BASTROP — Grace Lewis Wiggins, a homemaker, died Thursday. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at Golden Funeral Home, Bastrop. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Friday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Carter Cemetery, Bastrop. Larry Williams, 59 Larry Williams of Monroe, a floor technician, died Wednesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Smith Funeral Home, Monroe.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED Anderson, Edward Louis: noon Saturday, Mount Pleasant No. 2 Baptist Church, Oak Grove. Boothe, Milton "Ouddie": 2 p.m. Friday, Harrisonburg Pentecostal Church. Dilley, John Dale: 2 p.m. Friday, Ogden Cemetery, Hwy. 870 North, Liddieville. Elliott, Steven "Steve": 4:30 p.m. Friday, Whites Ferry Church of Christ, West Monroe. Jackson Sr., Andrew: noon Friday, Morehouse Baptist Educational Building, Bastrop. Johnson, Darrell D.: noon Saturday, Paradise Baptist Church, Newellton. Martin, Frezell A.: 1 p.m. Saturday, Lake Providence Senior High School. Moffett, Rittie M.: 11 a.m. Saturday, Mount Zion Baptist Church, Columbia. Ponsell, Nancy M.: 4-6 p.m. Friday, Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Rayville. Procter, Detra Dianne: 2 p.m. Friday, Newellton Chapel Baptist Church, Newellton. Rawles, Jewel Linder: 10 a.m. Friday, Gill First National Funeral Home, Winnsboro. Rockett, Kenneth Wayne: 11 a.m. Saturday, Trinity United Methodist Church, Ruston. Shively, Louie Hubert: 2 p.m. Friday, Edmonds Funeral Home, Jonesboro.

November 12, 2011 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

Roy L. Allen Sr. Funeral services for Mr. Roy L. Allen Sr., 82, of Farmerville, LA., will be held at 3:00 PM on Saturday, November 12, 2011 at First Baptist Church of Farmerville. Officiating will be Rev. Kurt Auger. Interment will follow in Farmerville City Cemetery under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home of Farmerville. Mr. Allen was born on July 20, 1929 and passed away on November 10, 2011. He was a member of First Baptist Church of Farmerville. He also served in the United States Army and was a Korean War Veteran. Survivors are his wife Earline C. Allen of 61 years, of Farmerville, LA; Children, Terri Gross and husband Curtis of Sugar Land, TX; Roy L. Allen Jr. and wife Lisa of West Monroe, LA; Grandchildren, Samantha Allen, Zach Foster, and Madison Foster, and Anna Beth Allen; also several nieces and nephews. Pallbearers will be Jim Allen, Robert Allen, Steve Allen, Randy Autrey, Danny Tettleton, and Ted Lamprich. Honorary Pallbearer will be Zeke Tettleton. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com. Kilpatrick Funeral Home Farmerville, LA. Published in The News Star on November 12, 2011

Mariann Baugh Herron Funeral services for Mariann Baugh Herron, age 81, will be held at 2:00 PM on Saturday, November 12, at St. Paul's United Methodist Church with Rev. J. Roddy Taylor officiating. The family will receive friends at the church from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM. Mariann was born in Carrollton, Georgia on September 17, 1930, and passed away November 9, 2011. She is preceded in death by her husband Lee Donnell Herron, parents John and Elise Baugh, and son Jay Herron. She is survived by her daughter and son-in-law Mari and John Cooper of Houston, Texas, son and daughter-in-law Scott and Lisa Herron of West Monroe, daughter and son-in-law Martha and Doug Solko of Denver, Colorado, daughter-in-law Jolynn Herron, grandchildren Aaron Anzalone of Houston, Texas, Madison Cooper of Houston, Texas, Jeb Herron of Monroe, Laralee Herron of West Monroe, and McKinley Herron of West Monroe, her brother and sister-in-law Jack and Katharine Baugh of Groves, Texas and her sister Trudy Nix of Meridian, Mississippi. Mariann was a lifelong realtor, and she belonged to the Monroe Junior League, PEO, and Phi Mu Sorority. She was a Magna Cum Laude graduate of Louisiana Tech University. Mariann's biggest joy was her family and spending time with them and her friends. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Rd., Monroe, LA. Published in The News Star on November 12, 2011

Regina Dozier Humphries A service of worship celebrating the life of Regina Dozier Humphries will be held on Saturday, November 12, 11:00 AM at Mulhearn Funeral Home Chapel, 300 McMillan Rd., West Monroe, LA. Mrs. Humphries, age 78, died on Wednesday, November 9th, and now sings with all the saints in glory. Regina was born in Strong, AR to the late Homer and Odell Dozier, the second of three children, her siblings being the Reverend Ronald B. Dozier of Cordova, TN and Anice Lobley of Cabot, AR. She is survived by husband of 59 years, Harold L. Humphries; 2 sons, Reggie Humphries, Rev. Richard "Dick" Humphries (Jan); 3 daughters, Susie Leonard (Dr. Jimmy), Judy Pendergrass (Tracy), Marilyn H. Schoen (Jerry); 7 grandchildren; Betsy Smith (Patrick), Mary Alaine Bragg (Byron), Janey Humphries, Lamar Dowling, Dustin Pendergrass, Savannah Pendergrass, and Taylor Schoen; and 4 great-grandchildren, Aubrey Smith, Alex Smith, Amelia Smith, and Baxter Bragg; brother, Bernard Dozier (Chris); sister, Anice Lobeley (Ted) and numerous nieces and nephews. She attended public schools in Strong, AR and later attended both Southern State College in Magnolia, AR and Arkansas A&M in Monticello, during which time she and Harold married. Upon her husband's graduation with a degree in forestry, they lived in Huttig, AR, and Farmerville, LA, finally moving to West Monroe where she resided and raised her family since 1969. An occasional substitute teacher in Huttig, AR, her primary love and life was her family. She was wife, mother, consummate homemaker, an excellent cook and entertainer, who truly had the gift of hospitality. She loved antiquing, decorating her home, and providing fantastic meals for family and friends. Regina was a lover of music, especially gospel, a love passed down to her from her father. She sang in the church choir for a number of years, especially at McGuire United Methodist Church. She was involved in the Lay Witness Mission movement across the state of Louisiana as well as other states in the region. She was also active in small group Bible study and prayer groups. A very good seamstress who made many of her children's clothes, she was the epitome of Proverbs 31:27, "She looks well to the ways of her household…" Regina was a supporter of numerous Christian ministries, both locally and regionally. An avid reader of books on spiritual matters and a diligent student of the Scriptures, she will be remembered as one who, as the Scriptures admonish us, did not neglect to show hospitality to strangers. (Hebrews 13:2). She and her husband were members of McGuire United Methodist Church from 1969 until they joined St. Paul's United Methodist in Monroe. Rev. J. Roddy Taylor of St. Paul's will officiate, assisted by Rev. Susan M. Ferguson. In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts may be given to either St. Paul's United Methodist Church, 1901 Lexington Ave., Monroe, LA 71201, or the National Parkinson Foundation, 1501 NW 9th Ave., Miami, FL 33136. Interment will follow the service at Kilpatrick's Serenity Gardens in West Monroe. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Published in The News Star on November 12, 2011

Ryan Witherington Funeral services for Ryan Witherington will be 3:00 p.m., Sunday, November 13, 2011 at the Chapel of Cox Funeral Home with Dr. Dwight Munn officiating. Interment will follow at Memorial Park Cemetery of Bastrop under the direction of Cox Funeral Home of Bastrop. Ryan Justin Witherington was born November 27, 1973 in Bastrop, Louisiana to Roy Hollis Witherington, Jr. and Jeanette Moore Witherington. He passed away November 10, 2011 in Monroe, Louisiana. Ryan was a member of the Prarie View Academy Class of 1992 and a veteran of the United States Navy serving aboard the U.S.S. Theodore Roosevelt. Ryan is preceded in death by his paternal grandmother, Vera Katherine Witherington and his maternal grandparents, Albert Devon and Agnes S. Moore. Ryan is survived by his parents, Roy and Jeanette Witherington; two brothers, Hollis Witherington and his wife, Beverly Witherington, Chandler Witherington and his wife, Kasey Witherington; nieces and nephews, Katie and Anna Claire Witherington, John Collin, Luke, and Sarah Elizabeth Witherington, Jamie Nichols, and a great-niece, Jenny Nichols; paternal grandfather, Roy Hollis "Pete" Witherington; aunts and uncles, Kathy Gilbert and her husband Gary Gilbert, and Wanda Turner and her husband Don Turner. Serving as pallbearers are Kory Gilbert, Garrett Gilbert, Chris Turner, Jason Turner, Shawn Ouellette, and Chris Bennett. The family will receive friends Sunday, November 13th beginning at 2:00 p.m. until time for services at the Chapel of Cox Funeral Home of Bastrop. Cox Funeral Home Bastrop, LA Published in The News Star on November 12, 2011

William L. Bruce, 72 MANGHAM — William Lee "Bill" Bruce, a farmer and Richland Parish bus driver, died Friday. Services are 2:30 p.m. Sunday at Mangham Baptist Church. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Saturday at the church. Burial will be in Guin Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Rayville.

Ernest Dees, 81 WINNSBORO — Ernest Dees, a retired schoolteacher and coach, died Friday. Services are 4 p.m. Sunday at Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home, Winnsboro. Visitation is 3 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home. Burial will be in New Winnsboro Cemetery.

Tevarius J. Elliott, 10 Tevarius Je'Rome Elliott of Monroe, a student, died Wednesday. Services are 11 a.m. Monday at Smith Funeral Home, Monroe. Visitation is 2-5 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens, Richwood.

Blanche G. Jones, 95 Blanche Grant Jones of West Monroe, a homemaker, died Friday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

LaVaine L. Krone, 85 LaVaine Lindsay Krone of West Monroe, retired dental assistant, died Thursday. Services are 2:30 p.m. Sunday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Visitation is 1 p.m. Sunday until service time. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Mausoleum, Monroe.

Billy B. Laing, 82 BASTROP — Billy B. Laing, a retired employee of International Paper Company, died Thursday. Graveside services are 2 p.m. Sunday at Mer Rouge Cemetery, Bastrop. Visitation is 5-7 p.m. Saturday at Golden Funeral Home, Bastrop.

Glenda Melton, 70 Glenda Melton of West Monroe, retired in communications from Century Tel, died Friday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Louis P. Milner Jr., 90 Louis P. Milner Jr. of Monroe, automobile dealer, died Wednesday. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at Jesus the Good Shepherd Catholic Church. Visitation is 1 p.m. Saturday at the church. Burial will be in St. Matthew Catholic Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Monroe.

Norman H. Shepherd, 91 Norman H. Shepherd of West Monroe, retired from Olin Kraft, died Thursday. Visitation is 4-6 p.m. Sunday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Other arrangements are incomplete.

Ryan J. Witherington, 37 BASTROP — Ryan Justin Witherington, a salesman, died Thursday. Services are 3 p.m. Sunday at Cox Funeral Home, Bastrop. Visitation is 2 p.m. Sunday until service time at the funeral home. Burial will be in Memorial Park Cemetery, Bastrop.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED Allen Sr., Roy L.: 3 p.m. Saturday, First Baptist Church, Farmerville. Anderson, Edward Louis: noon Saturday, Mount Pleasant No. 2 Baptist Church, Oak Grove. Anderson, Timothy W.: 1 p.m. Saturday, First Kingdom Missionary Baptist Church, Tallulah. Cooper, Benjamin Lamon: 11 a.m. Saturday, Greater One Christian Fellowship Church, Delhi. Herron, Mariann Baugh: 2 p.m. Saturday, St. Paul's United Methodist Church, Monroe. Humphries, Regina D.: 11 a.m. Saturday, Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Johnson, Darrell D.: noon Saturday, Paradise Baptist Church, Newellton. Johnson, James: 11 a.m. Sunday, Richardson Funeral Home, Newellton. Martin, Frezell A.: 1 p.m. Saturday, Lake Providence Senior High School. Moffett, Rittie M.: 11 a.m. Saturday, Mount Zion Baptist Church, Columbia. Rockett, Kenneth Wayne: 11 a.m. Saturday, Trinity United Methodist Church, Ruston. Sullis, James R.: 1 p.m. Saturday, St. John Baptist Church, Winnsboro. Wiggins, Grace Lewis: 2 p.m. Saturday, Golden Funeral Home, Bastrop.

November 13 , 2011 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

William Lee "Bill" Bruce Services for William Lee "Bill" Bruce, 72 will be 2:30PM Sunday, November 13, 2011 at the Mangham Baptist Church with Rev. Rick Aultman and Rev. Jimmie Eppinette officiating. Interment will follow in the Gwin Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Rayville, LA. Mr. Bruce was born July 21, 1939 and passed away November 10, 2011 after a lengthy illness. He was a farmer, Richland Parish bus driver for 38 years, served in the Army Reserves, Member of Mangham Baptist Church, member of W. M. Baker Lodge 388, Richland Parish Ward 5 Justice of Peace over 35 years, and LA Bus Drivers Association. He is preceded in death by his parents-Ira Lee Bruce and Ruby Juanita Boughton Bruce. He is survived by twin brother-Jimmy Dee Bruce and wife Bobbie of Mangham, LA; son- William "Billy" Bruce, Jr. and wife Ashley of Mangham; daughter-Brandi Bruce Cordill and husband Joey of Winnsboro; son-Rev. Cory Brooks Bruce and wife Melissa of Harrisonburg; daughter-Linsey Michelle Bruce of Columbia; nephew-Dee Bruce and wife Tammie of Buffalo, TX; and 8 grandchildren-Kennedy Bruce, Jacob Cordill, Bruce Cordill, Jackson Cordill, Cooper Bruce, Madison Bruce, and Conner Hatten and Kaden Hatten. Pallbearers will be Charlie Smart, Gary Gilley, Billy Bruce Boughton, J. L. Hendrix, Larry Compton, Mike Venable, Pete Mulhern, and Sammie Bruce. Honorary Pallbearers will be Tommy Lowery, Bill Hale, Jimmy Davis, Frank Hendrix, Chester Ausberry, Bud Chapman, and Edward Ausberry. Memorials may be made to Mangham Baptist Church and American Cancer Association. Online registry/condolences at www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home Rayville, LA. Published in The News Star on November 13, 2011

Blanche Jones Funeral Services for Mrs. Blanche Jones, 95, of West Monroe, LA will be 1:00 PM Monday, November 14, 2011 in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe with Rev. Lynn Malone, Rev. Jimmy Pyles, and Rev. Joseph Guo officiating. Interment will follow at Antioch Methodist Church Cemetery, West Monroe. Mrs. Jones died on November 11, 2011 in West Monroe. After her husband's death, Mrs. Jones worked for many daycares and was affectionately known as "Aunt Bee" by the many children that she cared for. She enjoyed helping others and making pumpkin bread and Christmas candy. Mrs. Jones was devoted to her Christian faith. She was an active member of Antioch United Methodist Church, a church she loved dearly. She is preceded in death by her husband, Leon Jones; parents, James and Eva Grant; sister, Gertie Mayes Boyce Walker; brothers, Doyle Grant, Rev. Roy Grant, J.J. Grant; sister-in-law, Tempie Grant; and niece, Jennie Mallard Donnell. She is survived by her daughter, Gayle Shepard and husband John, grandsons, Clinton and Grant Shepard, special friend and caregiver, Terri Miller, and numerous nieces and nephews. Pallbearers will be Richard Grant, Joe Mallard, Jamie Grant, Jay Mallard, J.W. Bunn, and Wayne Bunn. Honorary Pallbearers will be Matt Shepard, Luke Shepard, and Percy Ford. Visitation will be from 4:00 PM until 6:00 PM Sunday, November 13, 2011 at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. The family would like to extend a special thank you to the following: Dr. Floyd Jones, Maryann and staff, Dr. John Ledbetter, Louisiana Hospice, the staff of Ridgecrest Nursing Home and special thank you to her nurses, Jennia Adams and Terri Eppinette. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Antioch United Methodist Church, in care of, Betty Rogers, 1030 Okaloosa Road, Eros, LA 71238. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on November 13, 2011

Blanche Jones Funeral Services for Mrs. Blanche Jones, 95, of West Monroe, LA will be 1:00 PM Monday, November 14, 2011 in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe with Rev. Lynn Malone, Rev. Jimmy Pyles, and Rev. Joseph Guo officiating. Interment will follow at Antioch Methodist Church Cemetery, West Monroe. Mrs. Jones died on November 11, 2011 in West Monroe. After her husband's death, Mrs. Jones worked for many daycares and was affectionately known as "Aunt Bee" by the many children that she cared for. She enjoyed helping others and making pumpkin bread and Christmas candy. Mrs. Jones was devoted to her Christian faith. She was an active member of Antioch United Methodist Church, a church she loved dearly. She is preceded in death by her husband, Leon Jones; parents, James and Eva Grant; sister, Gertie Mayes Boyce Walker; brothers, Doyle Grant, Rev. Roy Grant, J.J. Grant; sister-in-law, Tempie Grant; and niece, Jennie Mallard Donnell. She is survived by her daughter, Gayle Shepard and husband John, grandsons, Clinton and Grant Shepard, special friend and caregiver, Terri Miller, and numerous nieces and nephews. Pallbearers will be Richard Grant, Joe Mallard, Jamie Grant, Jay Mallard, J.W. Bunn, and Wayne Bunn. Honorary Pallbearers will be Matt Shepard, Luke Shepard, and Percy Ford. Visitation will be from 4:00 PM until 6:00 PM Sunday, November 13, 2011 at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. The family would like to extend a special thank you to the following: Dr. Floyd Jones, Maryann and staff, Dr. John Ledbetter, Louisiana Hospice, the staff of Ridgecrest Nursing Home and special thank you to her nurses, Jennia Adams and Terri Eppinette. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Antioch United Methodist Church, in care of, Betty Rogers, 1030 Okaloosa Road, Eros, LA 71238. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on November 13, 2011

Robert A. Warner Robert A. Warner, 90, went to be with the Lord on October 24th, 2011. He was a long time resident of Monroe, Teacher, Minister, and decorated War Hero. A Memorial Service is planned for Tuesday, November 15th, 10:00 a.m., at Lea Joyner Memorial Methodist Church, Monroe, Louisiana. Published in The News Star on November 13, 2011

Lela O. Atkins, 85 CROWVILLE — Lela O. Atkins, a homemaker, died Saturday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Winnsboro.

LaVaine L. Krone, 85 LaVaine Lindsay Krone of West Monroe, a retired dental assistant, died Thursday. Funeral services are at 2:30 p.m. Sunday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Visitation is from 1 p.m. Sunday until service time. Burial is at Mulhearn Memorial Park Mausoleum.

Ardis E. Matthews Sr., 53 WINNSBORO — Ardis E. Matthews Sr., a farm worker, died Friday. Services are at 2 p.m. Monday at Cox Funeral Home of Delhi. Visitation is from 2-8 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Herringville Cemetery at Monticello

John L. Turner, 75 John L. Turner of West Monroe, a plumber, died Saturday. Funeral arrangements are incomplete at Smith Funeral Home, Monroe.

Lottie N. Walker, 79 WINNSBORO — Lottie Newman Walker died Friday. Funeral services will be at 10 a.m. Monday at Young's Community Memorial Funeral home. Visitation is from 5:30-9 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home. Burial will be at Providence Memorial Cemetery.

Pat Walker, 70, SICILY ISLAND — Pat Walker of Sicily died Saturday. Funeral services are at 2 p.m. Tuesday at First Baptist Church of Sicily Island. Visitation will be from 5-10 p.m. Monday at First Baptist Church of Sicily Island. Burial will be at New Pine Hill Cemetery, Sicily Island, under the direction of Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home, Winnsboro.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED Bruce, William Lee "Bill": 2:30 p.m. Sunday, Mangham Baptist Church, Mangham. Dees, Ernest: 4 p.m. Sunday, Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home, Winnsboro. Elliott, Tevarius Je'Rome: 11 a.m. Monday, Smith Funeral Home, Monroe. Johnson, James: 11 a.m. Sunday, Richardson Funeral Home, Newellton. Krone, LaVaine Lindsay: 2:30 p.m. Sunday, Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Laing, Billy B.: 2 p.m. Sunday, Mer Rouge Cemetery, Bastrop. Witherington, Ryan Justin: 3 p.m. Sunday, Cox Funeral Home, Bastrop.

November 14 , 2011 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

Sarah Mott Hammons Funeral services for Sarah Mott Hammons, 90, of West Monroe, LA will be at 10:00 AM, Tuesday, November 15, 2011 in the chapel of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe. The Rev. Braxton Humphries and Rev. Larry Emory will be officiating. Interment will follow at Roselawn Memorial Gardens under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home of West Monroe. Mrs. Hammons was born November 16, 1920 and passed away November 12, 2011. Sarah was a member of Bethel Baptist Church and served in the daycare area there. She worked at Kroger Grocery Store and also Riser School as a cafeteria worker. Mrs. Hammons was preceded in death by her husband Cecil Hammons and grandchild, Cal Gulett, Jr. Sarah is survived by her three children, Cora Lee Gulett and husband Calvin of West Monroe, James G. Hammons of West Monroe, and Sarah Sue Smith and husband John J. of Arden, NC; seven grandchildren; six great grandchildren; and one great great grandchild. Pallbearers will be David Sanderson, Layne McNabb, Wayne McNabb, John Smith, Steven Poindexter, and Chris Medaries. Visitation is 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM, Monday, November 14, 2011 at Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe. The family would like to extend a special thanks to Leslie Lake Nursing Home and Caring Hearts Hospice. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com. Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on November 14, 2011

Clifford Terry Williams Funeral services for Clifford Terry Williams, 80, of Monroe, will be held at 11:00 AM, Tuesday, November 15, 2011, at North Monroe Baptist Church with Dr. Bill Dye, Rev. Warren Eckhardt, and Rev. David Worthington officiating. Interment will follow at Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Mr. Williams went to be with the Lord on Saturday, November 12, 2011, after a brief illness. He was born on February 18, 1931 in Kentwood, LA. Cliff served his country in the U. S. Army during the Korean War, 1952 - 1954. He received a B. S. Degree with honors in 3 years in Agriculture at Southeastern Louisiana University and a Masters Degree from LSU in Wildlife Management graduating in 1957. Cliff was a District Supervisor for the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries for 32 years. He received the Paul Martin Sportsman Award and was an outdoorsman who enjoyed hunting and fishing. Mr. Williams was preceded in death by his parents, Ethel and Marion Williams; and his brothers, Thomas and Marion. Survivors include his loving wife of 57 years, Betty Rhodus Williams; three children, Donna Benes and husband Bob of Coppell, TX, Terri Gullatt and husband Patrick of Haughton, LA, and Doug Williams and wife Kasia of Lafayette, LA; six grandchildren, Ellen and Emily Benes, Natalie Brixey and husband Nathan, Taylor Gullatt, and Zachry and Connor Williams; brothers, Howard Williams of Ferriday, LA, Rufus Williams and wife Margie of Kentwood, LA, and Malone Williams and wife Becky of Kentwood, LA; and numerous nieces and nephews. Visitation will be Monday from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. The family wishes to extend their thanks to the MICU nursing staff and doctors at St. Francis Medical Center as well as the Encouragers Sunday School Class at North Monroe Baptist Church. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Rd., Monroe, LA. Published in The News Star on November 14, 2011

Juanita Harper, 92 COLLINSTON — Juanita Harper, a retired employee of Oak Woods Home for the Elderly, died Sunday. Services are incomplete at this time under the direction of Golden Funeral Home, Bastrop.

Oscar "D Bug" Johnston, 81 RAYVILLE — Oscar "D Bug" Johnston died Sunday. Services are 2 p.m. Tuesday at Mt. Calvary Baptist Church, Rayville, Burial will be at Stevenson Cemetery, Rayville, under the direction of Brown-Holley Funeral Home.

Blanche Grant Jones, 95 WEST MONROE — Blanche Grant Jones, a homemaker, died Friday. Services are 1 p.m. Monday at Mulhearn Funeral Home Chapel, West Monroe. Visitation will be from noon until time of the service. Burial will be at Antioch Methodist Church Cemetery, Cadeville.

Glenda Rose (Lee) Saxon Melton, 70 WEST MONROE — Glenda Rose (Lee) Saxon Melton, retired from CenturyTel in communications, died Friday. Services are 2 p.m. Monday in the chapel of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe. Burial will be at Mulhearn Memorial Park.

Franklin E. "Gene" Mitchell, 74 BASTROP — Franklin E. "Gene" Mitchell, a retired employee of Bumper to Bumper, died Sunday. Services are incomplete at this time under the direction of Golden Funeral Home, Bastrop.

Norman H. Shepherd, 91 WEST MONROE — Norman H. Shepherd, retired from Olin Kraft, died Thursday. Graveside services are 10 a.m. Monday at Culbertson Baptist Cemetery, Farmerville under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Charlie K. Smith, 73 FARMERVILLE — Charlie K. Smith, a retired carpenter, died Saturday. Services are 2 p.m. Tuesday, in the Chapel of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Farmerville. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Monday. Burial will be at Liberty Hill Taylor Cemetery, Farmerville.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED Matthews, Ardis E., Sr.: 2 p.m. Monday, Cox Funeral Home, Delhi. Walker, Lottie N.: 10 a.m. Monday, Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home, Winnsboro. Walker, Pat: 2 p.m. Tuesday, First Baptist Church, Sicily Island.

November 15, 2011 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

Lela Orelle Sikes Atkins Funeral services for Lela Orelle Sikes Atkins, 86 of Crowville, Louisiana will be held Wednesday, November 16, 2011 at 2:00 p.m. in the Chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home in Winnsboro with Rev. Todd Perry and Rev. Larry Walters officiating. Interment will follow in Crowville Masonic Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home of Winnsboro. Lela Orelle Sikes Atkins was born on November 25, 1924 and passed away on November 12, 2011 after a lengthy illness at Deerfield Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Delhi, Louisiana. Mrs. Atkins was a lifelong homemaker who enjoyed taking pictures, gardening, music, crochet, genealogy and taking care of her family. Mrs. Atkins was preceded in death by her parents; William R. and Lela Mae Antley Sikes, husband; William B. Atkins, brother; William Lathon Sikes and sons; Robert L. Atkins and Henry W. Atkins. Survivors include her 5 sons; Wilburn F. Atkins and wife Dorothy of Rayville, LA, James E. Atkins and wife Lori of Jena, LA, William Dale Atkins and wife Nora of Delhi, LA, David L. Atkins and wife Cindy of Natchez, MS, and Sheldon E. Atkins and wife Joanne of Crowville, LA, daughter; Mary Ann Reed of Baskin, LA, sister-in-law; Virginia Sikes of Winnsboro, LA, nephew; Billy Joe Sikes and wife Jennifer of Dallas, TX, and numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and great-great-grandchildren. Pallbearers will be Logan Atkins, Craig Atkins, Shiloh Atkins, Lathon Atkins, Robert Atkins, and George Ray Canady, Jr. Visitation will be from 12:00 noon till time of service on Wednesday, November 16, 2011 at Mulhearn Funeral Home in Winnsboro. Online condolences may be made at www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home Winnsboro, LA. Published in The News Star on November 15, 2011

Heddie M. Wallace "I have fought a good fight, I have finished my course, I have kept the faith; Henceforth there is laid up for me a crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous judge, shall give me at that day; and not to me only, but unto all them also that love His appearing." 2 Timothy 4:7-8. Heddie Mae Wallace stepped out of this world and into the arms of Jesus on November 14, 2011 she was 90 years old. Services are Wednesday, November 16th, 2011, at 10:00 AM in the Chapel of the Kilpatrick Funeral Home of West Monroe with Rev. Harry Lilly and Elder Marilyn Soignier officiating. Interment follows in the Community of Christ Cemetery, Highway 34, Eros, LA, under the direction of the Kilpatrick Funeral Home of West Monroe. Mrs. Wallace was born March 24th, 1921, in Eros, LA, and was a homemaker, a loving mother and grandmother, and a devoted member of the Community of Christ in West Monroe. She was preceded in death by her husband of 50 years, James M. Wallace, Sr.; her parents, Alma and Pearlie Dean; 3 brothers and sisters; and an infant son, James M. Wallace, Jr. Survivors include her daughter, Jannie Diamond; 2 grandchildren, Terri Diamond Robert and Ken Diamond and wife Penny; 6 great grandchildren, Brooke Estes and husband, John, and Angel Robert Jenson and husband, Patrick; Joshua, Emily, Justin, and Sam Diamond; 5 great great grandchildren, David, Abigail, Judy, Emma, and Christian. Special thanks to West Monroe Guest House and Hospice Compassus for all your love and support. Visitation is Tuesday evening, November 15th, 2011, from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM at Kilpatrick Funeral Home of West Monroe. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com. Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Published in The News Star on November 15, 2011

Lela S. Atkins, 86 CROWVILLE — Lela Orelle Sikes Atkins, a homemaker, died Saturday. Services are 2 p.m. Wednesday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Winnsboro. Visitation is noon Wednesday until service time at the funeral home. Burial will be in Crowville Masonic Cemetery.

Louiza Demar, 27 LAKE PROVIDENCE — Louiza Demar, a homemaker, died Thursday. Services are 10:30 a.m. Saturday at Progressive Chapel Baptist Church. Visitation is 1-7 p.m. Friday at Brannum Funeral Home. Burial will be in Jones Cemetery, Pioneer.

Rev. Bernice Goines, 66 SHREVEPORT — The Rev. Bernice Goines, formerly of Monroe, a Baptist minister and nursing assistant, died Sunday. Services are 6 p.m. Saturday at Greater Free Gift Baptist Church, Monroe. Visitation is 2-6 p.m. Friday at Funerals by McFarland, Monroe. Burial is Monday in Richwood Memorial Gardens, Richwood.

Rev. Rod R. Gordon, 62 JONESVILLE — The Rev. Rod Rosefield Gordon, a log cutter and assistant pastor of Fort Necessity Pentecostal Church, died Monday. Services are 10 a.m. Thursday at Sandy Lake Pentecostal Church. Visitation is 5-10 p.m. Wednesday at the church. Burial will be in Huffman Cemetery under the direction of Young's Funeral Home.

John E. Green, 62 John E. Green of Monroe, a laborer, died Monday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Funerals by McFarland, Monroe.

Jerry W. Grubbs, 65 Jerry Wayne Grubbs of Monroe died Tuesday. Services are 2 p.m. Thursday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Monroe. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery, Monroe.

Eligha Hall, 63 Eligha Hall of Monroe, a laborer, died Thursday. Services are 11 a.m. Friday at Bethel Baptist Church, Monroe. Burial will be in Adile Baptist Church Cemetery, Alto, under the direction of Funerals by McFarland, Monroe.

Alfred E. Higgerson Jr., 57 WISNER — Alfred E. Higgerson Jr., a farmer, died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Gill First National Funeral Home, Winnsboro.

John A. Hill Sr., 74 START — John A. Hill Sr., a retired truck driver, died Monday. Services are 2 p.m. Thursday at Mount Calvary Baptist Church, Rayville. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Wednesday at Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Rayville.

Robert E. Jackson, 64 ST. LOUIS — Robert Earl Jackson, formerly of Chatham, a carpenter, died Nov. 7. Services were 1 p.m. Tuesday at Mount Mariah Baptist Church, Chatham. Burial was in the church cemetery under the direction of King's Funeral Home Ruston. Carolyn Lee, 56 Carolyn Lee of Monroe, a homemaker, died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Funerals by McFarland, Monroe.

Amber R. Stewart, infant Amber Rose Stewart of Monroe, the infant daughter of Patrick and Bridgett "Apple" Fitch Stewart, died Saturday. Graveside services are 10 a.m. Thursday at Richwood Memorial Gardens under the direction of Funerals by McFarland, Monroe.

Heddie M. Wallace, 90 Heddie M. Wallace of West Monroe, a homemaker, died Monday. Services are 10 a.m. Wednesday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Burial will be in Community of Christ Cemetery, Eros.

Patrick M. Wilson, 23 COLUMBIA — Patrick Monet Wilson, a grocery clerk, died Monday. Services are noon Thursday at Riser Funeral Home. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Westbrooks-Swillea Cemetery, Olla.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED Billingsley, Ruth R.: noon Wednesday, First Baptist Church, Swayze Street, Monroe. Gates, Ruby Jean: 10 a.m. Wednesday, Rocky Branch Baptist Church, Rocky Branch. Hopkins, Johnnie: 1 p.m. Wednesday, Pleasant Grove No. 2 Missionary Baptist Church, Tallulah. Lewis Jr., Clarence: 11 a.m. Saturday, Olive Branch Baptist Church, West Monroe. Lyles, Marshall Haynes: 11 a.m. Wednesday, Ansley Cemetery, Ansley. Meziere, Mattie Marie: 2 p.m. Wednesday, Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Oak Grove. Mitchell, Franklin E. "Gene": 3 p.m. Thursday, Oak Hill Baptist Church, Bastrop. Stevenson, Thomas J. "Doctor Jive": 11 a.m. Thursday, First Missionary Baptist Church, Monroe. Thompson, June Sizemore: 10 a.m. Wednesday, Quitman Methodist Church, Quitman.

November 16, 2011 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

Ruby Jean Gates Mrs. Ruby Jean Gates, 68, loving wife, mother, sister, grandmother, and great grandmother, became an Angel of Heaven on Saturday, November 12, 2011. Mrs. Ruby was a long time resident of the Rocky Branch Community, LA. She was a retired Head Laundry worker of 13 ? years at St. Joseph Nursing Home. Survivors include: dedicated husband of 47 years - James W. Gates, Sr.; sons - John Wayne Gates and James W. Gates, Jr.; daughter - Sherry L. Marble; sisters - Kathleen L. Woodward and Anita L. Lamb; grandchildren - R.J. Morris, Tabatha D. Morris, Crystal A. Hogan, Alyssa L. Gates, Kenneth B. Breaux, Joshua R. Breaux, and Jennifer E. Breaux; and great grandchildren - Richard I. New, Mary-Jean C. Cheek, and Christopher B. Cheek, Jr. Funeral services will be held Wednesday, November 16, 2011 at 10:00 a.m. in Rocky Branch Baptist Church with Brother James Mooney and Pastor Woodson MacGuffy officiating. Interment will follow at Rocky Branch Cemetery under the direction of Griffin Funeral Home Pallbearers will be R.J. Morris, Marvin E. Marble, Jurd Dean, Jr., Billy Jo Dean, Kenneth B. Breaux, and Joshua R. Breaux with alternates Andy Brown and Tom J. Marble, Sr. Online condolences may be made to the family at www.griffinfuneralhome.net. Griffin Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on November 16, 2011

Margaret "Maggie" L. Underwood Funeral services for Margaret Underwood, 68 of West Monroe will be held at 10:00 AM, Thursday, November 17, 2011 in the chapel of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Interment will follow at Roselawn Memorial Gardens Calhoun. Pastor Mark Foster and Rev. Bruce Underwood will be officiating under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe. Mrs. Underwood was born September 21, 1943 in St. Charles, Illinois and passed away November 14, 2011 in West Monroe. She loved to play bingo, loved her family and adored her grandchildren. Mrs. Underwood was very involved in the family business and enjoyed overseeing the day to day operation. She was preceded in death by her husband, Marvin Ray Underwood, Sr. of 39 years; parents; Elmer and Dorothy Swanson and her brother Donald Lee Swanson. Mrs. Underwood is survived by her children; sons, Marvin Ray Jr. and wife Sharlis and Gary Dale Underwood; daughter, Lisa Diane Lowe; grandchildren; Cory Underwood and wife Courtney, Taylor and Peyton Underwood, Morgan Lowe and Caden Underwood; brothers and sisters; Ron Swanson, Chris Sommers and husband, Denny; Elmer Swanson, Betty Studt and husband Jack, Russell Swanson and wife Lisa; numerous nieces and nephews; special long time friend Judy Hodge. Pallbearers will be Mark Underwood, Jason Hodge, Jack Studt, Eric Sommers, Curtis Southern and Cecil Ross. Honorary pallbearers will be grandsons, Cory, Taylor and Peyton Underwood, Caden Underwood, Jerry Myers and Josh Swanson. Visitation will be held Wednesday 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 November 16, 2011

Lela S. Atkins, 86 CROWVILLE — Lela Orelle Sikes Atkins, a homemaker, died Saturday. Services are 2 p.m. Wednesday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Winnsboro. Visitation is noon Wednesday until service time at the funeral home. Burial will be in Crowville Masonic Cemetery.

Louiza Demar, 27 LAKE PROVIDENCE — Louiza Demar, a homemaker, died Thursday. Services are 10:30 a.m. Saturday at Progressive Chapel Baptist Church. Visitation is 1-7 p.m. Friday at Brannum Funeral Home. Burial will be in Jones Cemetery, Pioneer.

Rev. Bernice Goines, 66 SHREVEPORT — The Rev. Bernice Goines, formerly of Monroe, a Baptist minister and nursing assistant, died Sunday. Services are 6 p.m. Saturday at Greater Free Gift Baptist Church, Monroe. Visitation is 2-6 p.m. Friday at Funerals by McFarland, Monroe. Burial is Monday in Richwood Memorial Gardens, Richwood.

Rev. Rod R. Gordon, 62 JONESVILLE — The Rev. Rod Rosefield Gordon, a log cutter and assistant pastor of Fort Necessity Pentecostal Church, died Monday. Services are 10 a.m. Thursday at Sandy Lake Pentecostal Church. Visitation is 5-10 p.m. Wednesday at the church. Burial will be in Huffman Cemetery under the direction of Young's Funeral Home.

John E. Green, 62 John E. Green of Monroe, a laborer, died Monday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Funerals by McFarland, Monroe.

Jerry W. Grubbs, 65 Jerry Wayne Grubbs of Monroe died Tuesday. Services are 2 p.m. Thursday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Monroe. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery, Monroe.

Eligha Hall, 63 Eligha Hall of Monroe, a laborer, died Thursday. Services are 11 a.m. Friday at Bethel Baptist Church, Monroe. Burial will be in Adile Baptist Church Cemetery, Alto, under the direction of Funerals by McFarland, Monroe.

Alfred E. Higgerson Jr., 57 WISNER — Alfred E. Higgerson Jr., a farmer, died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Gill First National Funeral Home, Winnsboro.

John A. Hill Sr., 74 START — John A. Hill Sr., a retired truck driver, died Monday. Services are 2 p.m. Thursday at Mount Calvary Baptist Church, Rayville. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Wednesday at Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Rayville.

Robert E. Jackson, 64 ST. LOUIS — Robert Earl Jackson, formerly of Chatham, a carpenter, died Nov. 7. Services were 1 p.m. Tuesday at Mount Mariah Baptist Church, Chatham. Burial was in the church cemetery under the direction of King's Funeral Home Ruston.

Carolyn Lee, 56 Carolyn Lee of Monroe, a homemaker, died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Funerals by McFarland, Monroe.

Amber R. Stewart, infant Amber Rose Stewart of Monroe, the infant daughter of Patrick and Bridgett "Apple" Fitch Stewart, died Saturday. Graveside services are 10 a.m. Thursday at Richwood Memorial Gardens under the direction of Funerals by McFarland, Monroe.

Heddie M. Wallace, 90 Heddie M. Wallace of West Monroe, a homemaker, died Monday. Services are 10 a.m. Wednesday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Burial will be in Community of Christ Cemetery, Eros.

Patrick M. Wilson, 23 COLUMBIA — Patrick Monet Wilson, a grocery clerk, died Monday. Services are noon Thursday at Riser Funeral Home. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Westbrooks-Swillea Cemetery, Olla.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED Billingsley, Ruth R.: noon Wednesday, First Baptist Church, Swayze Street, Monroe. Gates, Ruby Jean: 10 a.m. Wednesday, Rocky Branch Baptist Church, Rocky Branch. Hopkins, Johnnie: 1 p.m. Wednesday, Pleasant Grove No. 2 Missionary Baptist Church, Tallulah. Lewis Jr., Clarence: 11 a.m. Saturday, Olive Branch Baptist Church, West Monroe. Lyles, Marshall Haynes: 11 a.m. Wednesday, Ansley Cemetery, Ansley. Meziere, Mattie Marie: 2 p.m. Wednesday, Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Oak Grove. Mitchell, Franklin E. "Gene": 3 p.m. Thursday, Oak Hill Baptist Church, Bastrop. Stevenson, Thomas J. "Doctor Jive": 11 a.m. Thursday, First Missionary Baptist Church, Monroe. Thompson, June Sizemore: 10 a.m. Wednesday, Quitman Methodist Church, Quitman.

November 17 , 2011 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

Sarah M. Armstrong, 84 HOUSTON — Sarah Mae Armstrong, formerly of Monroe, a homemaker, died Thursday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at Piney Grove Baptist Church, West Monroe. Visitation is 1-6 p.m. Friday at Smith Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in St. Luke Cemetery, Alto.

Bill Bilton, 77 Bill Bilton of West Monroe, a salesman, died Tuesday. 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.

Dennis R. Blackman, 60 BASTROP — Dennis Ray Blackman, a retired forest technician with International Paper Co., died Tuesday. Services are 3 p.m. Friday at Cox Funeral Home. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Memorial Park Cemetery.

Carrie Blood, 71 BASTROP — Carrie "Katie" Beatrice Blood, a homemaker, died Wednesday. Services are 10 a.m. Saturday at Golden Funeral Home. Visitation is 5—8 p.m. Friday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Memorial Park Cemetery.

Paula S. Caston, 48 WINNSBORO — Paula Spencer Caston, a caregiver, died Tuesday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at First Zion Baptist Church. Visitation is 1-6 p.m. Friday at Richardson Funeral Home. Burial will be in Gethsemane Memorial Gardens.

95Henry Fenroy, 74 BASTROP — Henry Fenroy, a farmer, died Monday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at Epps Church of God in Christ, Epps. Visitation is 6-7 p.m. Friday at the church. Burial will be in Epps Cemetery under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home. Eddie Gardner, 59 BASTROP — Eddie Gardner, an orderly of a nursing home, died Monday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at St. Luke Baptist Church. Visitation is 5-6 p.m. Friday at Tennant Funeral Home. Burial will be in Red Hill Cemetery, Mer Rouge. Harvey R. Gibson Sr., 57 Harvey Ray Gibson Sr. of West Monroe, a warehouse worker for a trucking business, died Wednesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Jerry W. Grubbs, 65 Jerry Wayne Grubbs of Monroe died Tuesday. Services are 2 p.m. Thursday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery.

Alfred E. Higgerson Jr., 57 WISNER — Alfred E. Higgerson Jr., a farmer, died Tuesday. Services are 2 p.m. Friday at First Baptist Church. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Thursday at Gill First National Funeral Home, Winnsboro. Burial will be in at Oakley Cemetery, Gilbert.

Engrin James, 38 BASTROP — Engrin James, a homemaker, died Saturday. Services are 11 a.m. Friday at Evergreen No. 1 Baptist Church. Visitation is 3-6 p.m. Thursday at Tennant Funeral Home. Burial will be in Whistling Pine Cemetery.

Archie L. Jenkins, 50 Archie L. Jenkins of Monroe died Monday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Smith Funeral Home, Monroe.

Bessie Jones, 99 WINNSBORO — Bessie Jones, a homemaker, died Sunday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Winnsboro Second Baptist Church. Visitation is 1-4 p.m. Friday at Richardson Funeral Home, Monroe, and 5-7 p.m. Richardson Funeral Home, Winnsboro. Burial will be J.S. Clark Cemetery, Monroe.

Mary Jones, 40 Mary Jones of Monroe died Thursday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Hopewell Baptist Church, Mangham. Visitation is 6-7 p.m. Friday at Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville. Burial will be in the church cemetery.

Kathryne McCain, 94 WINNSBORO — Kathryne "Kat" McCain, a homemaker, died Wednesday. Services are 11 a.m. Friday at Gill First National Funeral Home. Visitation is 5-7 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home.

Lan'Don H. Miller, infant Lan'Don Henry Miller, the infant son of Willetta Yvonne Turner and Uriah Miller of Monroe, died Sunday. Graveside services are 11 a.m. Friday at Richwood Memorial Gardens. Arrangements are under the direction of Smith Funeral Home, Monroe.

Barbara Pierce, 65 DALLAS — Barbara Pierce, formerly of Monroe, a teacher, died Sunday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at New Light Baptist Church, Monroe. Visitation is 2-6 p.m. Friday at Smith Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens. Dannie Robinson, 68 Dannie Robinson of Monroe, a pipeliner, died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction Smith Funeral Home, Monroe.

Virgie C. Sharp, 80 Virgie Cagle Sharp, a homemaker, died Tuesday. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at New Life Assembly of God Church, Olla. Visitation is 2-9 p.m. Friday at the church. Burial will be in Crossroads Cemetery, Grayson, under the direction of Riser Funeral Home, Columbia.

Erma Smith, 72 TALLULAH — Erma Smith, a homemaker, died Thursday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at Martin Chapel Baptist Church, Newellton. Visitation is 6-7 p.m. Friday at Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville. Burial will be in the church cemetery.

Louise Smith, 82 Louise Smith of Monroe, a homemaker, died Thursday. Services are 11 a.m. Friday at Tried Stone Baptist Church, Monroe. Visitation is 4-5 p.m. Thursday at the church. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home.

John Turner, 75 John Turner of West Monroe, a plumber, died Saturday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at Smith Funeral Home, Monroe. Visitation is 1-6 p.m. Friday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens.

Margaret Underwood, 68 Margaret "Maggie" L. Underwood of West Monroe, owner and manager of properties, died Monday. Services are 10 a.m. Thursday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Burial will be in Roselawn Memorial Gardens.

Russell Walker, 67 WEBSTER, Texas — Russell Walker, software engineer, died Monday. Graveside services are 2 p.m. Friday at Wesley Chapel Methodist Church Cemetery, Ruston. Visitation is 4:30-6:30 p.m. Thursday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Ruston.

Ruby M. Waltman, 84 FERRIDAY — Ruby Miller Waltman died Wednesday. Services are 10 a.m. Friday at Young's Funeral Home. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Legion Memorial Cemetery, Newellton.

Larry Williams, 59 Larry Williams of Monroe, floor technician, died Nov. 8. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at Starlight Baptist Church, Swartz. Visitation is 1-6 p.m. Friday at Smith Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED Demar, Louiza: 10:30 a.m. Saturday, Progressive Chapel Baptist Church, Lake Providence. Goines, Rev. Bernice: 6 p.m. Saturday, Greater Free Gift Baptist Church, Monroe. Gordon, Rev. Rod Rosefield: 10 a.m. Thursday, Sandy Lake Pentecostal Church. Hall, Eligha: 11 a.m. Friday, Bethel Baptist Church, Monroe. Hill Sr., John A.: 2 p.m. Thursday, Mount Calvary Baptist Church, Rayville. Lewis Jr., Clarence: 11 a.m. Saturday, Olive Branch Baptist Church, West Monroe. Mitchell, Franklin E. "Gene": 3 p.m. Thursday, Oak Hill Baptist Church, Bastrop. Stevenson, Thomas J. "Doctor Jive": 11 a.m. Thursday, First Missionary Baptist Church, Monroe. Stewart, Amber Rose: 10 a.m. Thursday, Richwood Memorial Gardens, Richwood. Wilson, Patrick Monet: noon Thursday, Riser Funeral Home, Columbia.

November 18, 2011 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

Millard "Bill" Bilton, Jr. Funeral services for Mr. Millard "Bill" Bilton, Jr., age 77, will be held at 10:00 AM, Saturday, November 19, 2011, in the chapel of Kilpatrick Funeral Homes of West Monroe. Officiating will be Rev. Tom Lowe. Interment will follow at Kilpatrick's Serenity Gardens under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Homes of West Monroe. Bill was born in Waco, TX and passed away in West Monroe, LA at his residence surrounded by his family. He was preceded in death by his parents, Tressie and Millard Bilton, Sr.; brother, Robert Bilton; 3 sisters, Nell Blythe, Edith Schoenthal and Anita Pullen. Survivors are his beloved wife of 55 years, Evelyn Newton Bilton; daughter, Dr. Lisa Michele Bilton of Nashville, TN; sons, Dr. Bradley David Bilton and his wife, Kellyn of Tuscaloosa, AL, Steven Bruce Bilton and his wife, Misty of West Monroe, LA; granddaughters, Lexie Rae Bilton of West Monroe, LA and Mia Lee Bilton of Tuscaloosa, AL; grandson, Noah Michael Bilton of West Monroe, LA; sisters, Tressie Bilton Hornbuckle and her husband, Clay of Kennett, MO and Janet Bilton Mathis of Gatesville, TX; mother-in-law, Hazel Grayson Newton of Monroe, LA, and numerous nephews, nieces, great-nephews, and great-nieces. Bill was a ten-year veteran of the U.S. Navy and served in the Korean Conflict on a destroyer and later in the Phillipines in the Seabees (construction battalion). He also served in Cuba during the Cuban Missile Crisis. He was awarded several medals for his service to his country. Bill and his wife Evelyn married in 1956. Bill loved his children and was always supportive in their endeavors and fostered achievement especially in education. He loved to fish, was active in the community, served as a coach for his sons and many others in baseball and football as well as serving as an athletic booster and supporter. He made it a point to be at every game, practice, and ballet recital. Bill was a local self-made businessman prior to his retirement. He was a devoted husband and father who loved and cherished his family. His precious grandchildren were the light of his life in later years. Donations may be made to the American Lung Association of Louisiana and/or to any Veteran charity. Pallbearers will be Joe Newton, Dr. Stuart Melton, William "Dub" Howard, Craig Pederson, Kevin Carroll, and Will DuPriest. Honorary pallbearers will be Chris Parker and Grayson Parker. Visitation will be 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM, Friday, November 18, 2011, at Kilpatrick Funeral Homes of 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 November 18, 2011

Harvey "Ray" Gibson, Sr. Funeral services for Harvey Ray Gibson Sr., 57 of West Monroe will be held at 11:00 AM, Saturday, November 19, 2011at Luna Methodist Church. Alan Robertson will be officiating. Interment will follow at Luna Methodist Church Cemetery under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe. Ray was born February 1, 1954 in Monroe, LA and passed away November 16, 2011 at home surrounded by family. He loved hunting, fishing and playing dominoes. He also loved joking around with family and friends. Ray served in the United States Marines Corps and the Marine reserves. He was preceded in death by his father, James "Hoot" Gibson; sister, Barbara Wilson and nephew, Logan Wilson. He is survived by his wife; Dianna; sons, Alif and wife Lynn, Jimmy and wife Becky, Harvey and wife Jennifer; daughter Carla Hofler and husband Shane; mother, Maudie Gibson; sister, Lisa Robertson and husband Alan ;12 grandchildren; numerous nieces and nephews. Pallbearers will be sons and grandsons. Visitation will be held Thursday from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM and Friday from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM and Saturday from 8:00 AM until service time at the church. A special thanks to NELWVA Home; First Choice Hospice. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on November 18, 2011

Jerry Leon Kelly, Sr Funeral services for Jerry Leon Kelly, Sr., will be held at 2:00 PM, Saturday, November 19, 2011 in the chapel of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe. Rev. Ricky Baker will be officiating. Interment will follow at Kilpatrick's Serenity Gardens West Monroe under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe. Jerry was born May 14, 1942 in Minden, LA and passed away November 16, 2011 in West Monroe. He was a retired Sergeant First Class serving in the United States Army and he was a member of the VFW. Jerry proudly served two years of duty in Vietnam. Jerry was preceded in death by his father, Howard Kelly and his brother, Jimmy Kelly. Jerry is survived by a son, Jerry(Jay) Kelly Jr.; daughters, Carolyn Kelly, Jenny Jeffers and husband Richard; mother, Marjorie Carnes; granddaughter, Alyssa Thrasher: sisters, Sandra Henry and husband Jimmy, Debbie Beam and husband Jim, Lisa Morrill and husband Buz; brother, Malcolm Horne and wife Barbara; numerous nieces and nephews. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on November 19, 2011

Kathryne "Kat" Price McCain Kathryne "Kat" Price McCain was born on March 10, 1917 and passed away on November 16, 2011 after a long, fruitful, and happy life. She was preceded in death by her mother and father, Alrisa King Price and William Hines Price; husband, James William "Kit" McCain; daughter, Diane McCain Loftin; and siblings, brothers Bernard Price, W. H. Price, Jack Price, George Allen Price, and sister Betty Sue Price Sewell. She is survived by daughters Mary Kathryne McCain Loe, Carole McCain Bynum, Pam McCain Robinson, and Pat McCain Mays. She also leaves behind 13 grandchildren with whom she spent countless hours visiting, cooking, and laughing: Leslie Loe Harter, Laura Loe Loving, Will Loe, Drury Bynum, Ashley Bynum Hammond, Lowen Loftin, Hunter Loftin, Allison Loftin Thompson, Tyler Robinson, Adam Robinson, Molly Mays Sullivan, Cason Mays, and Caroline Mays. Continuing her legacy are 22 great grandchildren and 4 great-great grandchildren. She also leaves behind special friends Bonnie Gill, David Gilmore, Mike Ellerbe, Kate Long, Jamie Cruse, Tommy Womble and sister-in-law Elaine Price. Funeral services will be held at Gill First National Funeral Home of Winnsboro, LA on Friday, November 18th at 11:00 a.m. Interment will follow at Providence Memorial Cemetery Winnsboro, LA. Her grandsons will serve as pallbearers. Gill First National Funeral Home Winnsboro, LA Published in The News Star on November 18, 2011

Joy Anderson Nolen Private Family Services for Joy Anderson Nolen, 81, of Monroe, will be held Saturday. Mrs. Nolen passed away Wednesday, November 16, 2011, at St. Francis Specialty Hospital. She was a member of First United Methodist Church of Monroe. Mrs. Nolen was preceded in death by her husband of 51 years., Edwin Nolen. Survivors include her son, Jay Nolen and wife Carolyn; daughter, Dr. Karen Beene and husband Dr. Stephen Michael Beene; sister, Jane Dezendorf of Deville, LA; brother, J. D. Anderson III of Marietta, GA; and two grandchildren. Visitation will be held Friday from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. The family wishes to extend a special thanks to Dr. Marshall Leary, Jr., Dr. Scott Barron, Dr. Ronnie Hubbard, and Dr. Stephen M. Beene for the care given to Mrs. Nolen. Memorials may be made to First United Methodist Church of Monroe or the American Cancer Society Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Rd., Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on November 18, 2011

Herman Bush, 74 RINGGOLD — Herman Bush, a retired supervisor of maintenance, died Nov. 10. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Springhill Christian Methodist Episcopal Church. Visitation is 6-8 p.m. Friday at Memorial Funeral Home. Burial will be in Shehee Cemetery under the direction of King's Funeral Home, Ruston.

Willie M. Collins, 84 LAKE PROVIDENCE — Willie Mildred Collins, a homemaker, died Wednesday. Services are 10:30 a.m. Saturday at First Baptist Church. Visitation is 1-7 p.m. Friday at Brannum Funeral Home. Burial will be in Jones Cemetery, Pioneer.

Verniece R. Colquette, 98 CROSSETT, Ark. — Verniece Riley Colquette died Wednesday. Graveside services are 2 p.m. Friday at Pinewood Memorial Park. Visitation is 12:30-1:30 p.m. Friday at Jones Funeral Home.

Louiza Demar, 27 LAKE PROVIDENCE — Louiza "Shay" Demar, a homemaker, died Thursday. Services are 10:30 a.m. Saturday at First Baptist Church. Visitation is 1-7 p.m. Friday at Brannum Funeral Home. Burial will be in Jones Cemetery, Pioneer.

Mae Jewel Frazier, 64 SIMSBORO — Mae Jewel Frazier, a retail store greeter, died Friday. Services are 2:30 p.m. Saturday at Fellowship Baptist Church. Family hour is 5-6 p.m. Friday at King's Funeral Home, Ruston. Burial will be in the church cemetery.

Dorothy M. Garr, 70 Dorothy M. Garr, a retired custodian, died Wednesday. Services are 11 a.m. Monday at Richardson Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens.

Rev. Bernice Goines, 66 SHREVEPORT — The Rev. Bernice Goines, formerly of Monroe, a minister, died Sunday. Services are 6 p.m. Saturday at Greater Free Gift Baptist Church, Monroe. Visitation is 2-6 p.m. Friday at Funerals by McFarland, Monroe, and 2 p.m. Saturday until service time at the church. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens.

John E. Green, 62 John Evans Green of Monroe, a laboror, died Monday. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at Liberty Christian Center, Monroe. Visitation is 2-6 p.m. Friday at Funerals by McFarland, Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens, Richwood.

Willie Harris, 91 Willie Harris of Monroe, a mechanic, died Wednesday. Services are noon Saturday at Funerals by McFarland, Monroe. Visitation is 2-6 p.m. Friday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Magnolia Cemetery.

Jerry Kelly, 69 Jerry Kelly of West Monroe, retired army sergeant first class, died Wednesday. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Visitation is 5-7 p.m. Friday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Kilpatrick's Serenity Gardens, West Monroe.

Rev. Joseph Knights Jr., 67 COLUMBIA — The Rev. Joseph "Joe" Knights Jr., a pastor and teacher, died Sunday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Faith Harvest Baptist Church, Monroe. Visitation is 2-6 p.m. Friday at Funerals by McFarland, Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens,

Richwood. Dorothy F. Moreau, 70 JONESBORO — Dorothy Fellman Moreau died Wednesday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Southern Funeral Home. Visitation is 5-9 p.m. Friday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Oak Grove Cemetery, Bentley.

Klare H. Thomas, 91 RUSTON — Klare Hofmann Thomas died Wednesday. Services are 10 a.m. Tuesday at Owens Memorial Chapel. Visitation is 6-8 p.m. Monday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Forest Lawn.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED Armstrong, Sarah Mae: 1 p.m. Saturday, Piney Grove Baptist Church, West Monroe. Bilton, Bill: 10 a.m. Saturday, Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Blackman, Dennis Ray: 3 p.m. Friday, Cox Funeral Home, Bastrop. Blood, Carrie "Katie" Beatrice: 10 a.m. Saturday, Golden Funeral Home, Bastrop. Caston, Paula Spencer: 11 a.m. Saturday, First Zion Baptist Church, Winnsboro. Fenroy, Henry: 1 p.m. Saturday, Epps Church of God in Christ, Epps. Gardner, Eddie: 1 p.m. Saturday, St. Luke Baptist Church, Bastrop. Hall, Eligha: 11 a.m. Friday, Bethel Baptist Church, Monroe. Higgerson Jr., Alfred E.: 2 p.m. Friday, First Baptist Church, Wisner. James, Engrin: 11 a.m. Friday, Evergreen No. 1 Baptist Church, Bastrop. Jones, Bessie: 11 a.m. Saturday, Winnsboro Second Baptist Church, Winnsboro. Jones, Mary: 11 a.m. Saturday, Hopewell Baptist Church, Mangham. Lewis Jr., Clarence: 11 a.m. Saturday, Olive Branch Baptist Church, West Monroe. McCain, Kathryne "Kat": 11 a.m. Friday, Gill First National Funeral Home, Winnsboro. Miller, Lan'Don Henry: 11 a.m. Friday, Richwood Memorial Gardens, Richwood. Pierce, Barbara: 11 a.m. Saturday, New Light Baptist Church, Monroe. Sharp, Virgie Cagle: 2 p.m. Saturday, New Life Assembly of God Church, Olla. Smith, Erma: 1 p.m. Saturday, Martin Chapel Baptist Church, Newellton. Smith, Louise: 11 a.m. Friday, Tried Stone Baptist Church, Monroe. Turner, John: 1 p.m. Saturday, Smith Funeral Home, Monroe. Walker, Russell: 2 p.m. Friday, Wesley Chapel Methodist Church Cemetery, Ruston. Waltman, Ruby Miller: 10 a.m. Friday, Young's Funeral Home, Ferriday. Williams, Larry: 2 p.m. Saturday, Starlight Baptist Church, Swartz.

November 19, 2011 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

Robert Lee Eoff Graveside services for Robert Lee Eoff, 87, of Shreveport, LA will be held at 1:00 PM, Saturday, November 19, 2011 at Mulhearn Memorial Park with Rev. Larry S. Hibbard officiating. Services are under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home of Monroe. Mr. Eoff was born on May 2, 1924 in Central City, Nebraska and passed away on November 17, 2011 in Shreveport, LA. He was a retired heavy equipment project manager for T. L. James and worked on I-20 from Monroe to Shreveport in the 1960's and 1970's. He served in the U. S. Army Air Corps in World War II. He was a member of the Trinity Methodist Church and the Barak Shrine. He was a master woodworker, avid fisherman and outdoorsman. He was preceded in death by his first wife of 51 years, Elsie and by his parents, Lee and Addie Eoff. Mr. Eoff is survived by his wife: Helen; daughter: Linda Hall and husband, Bill; son: David Eoff and wife, Catharine; grandchildren: Kimberly Guillot and husband, Harvey, David Eoff, Jr., Paige Childers and husband, Preston, Emily Eoff, and Christopher Eoff; great grandchildren: Lauren Guillot and Hannah Guillot; sisters: Joan Eoff and Janet Prosprie. We would like to give special thanks to the Heritage Manor Stratmore for their excellent care of our father. We thank the staff for their love and concern for us. Also we would like to thank Dr. Robert Hernandez and Dr. Forest Wright. Pallbearers will be: Harvey Guillot, Bill Hall, Preston Childers, Mike Venable, Christopher Eoff and David Eoff, Jr. Visitation will be 11:00 AM until 12:30 PM, Saturday, November 19, 2011 at Kilpatrick Funeral Home of Monroe, LA. Online condolences may be made to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com Kilpatrick Funeral Home Monroe, LA. Published in The News Star on November 19, 2011

Glenda Rose (Lee) Saxon Melton Funeral services for Glenda Rose (Lee) Saxon Melton, 70 of West Monroe will be held at 2:00 PM, Monday, November 14, 2011 in the chapel of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe. Rev. Bruce McGee and Rev. Gerald Brinkley will be officiating. Interment will follow at Mulhearn Memorial Park under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe. Mrs. Melton was born April 12, 1941 in West Monroe and passed away November 11, 2011 in West Monroe. She was retired from CenturyTel Business Communications. She is survived by her son; Rig Saxon; granddaughters; Samantha Harris and husband Keith and Kaylee Rhae Patrick and husband Jordan; great-granddaughter; Kailyn Harris and great-grandson; Tripp Patrick; sisters; Deanna Lee Coleman, Mary Lee Erazo and Lisa Lee Phifer; brother Kenneth Lee, Jr. Visitation will be held Sunday, November 13, 2011 from 6:00 PM until 8:00 PM at Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe. Memorials may be made to Susan G. Komen for the Cure . Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfunralhomes.com Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Published in The News Star on November 19, 2011

Tadd Alford, 46 TRUXNO — Tadd Alford, a roofer, died Thursday. Services are 2 p.m. Sunday at Farrar Funeral Home, Farmerville. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Saturday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Conway Cemetery.

Bill Bilton, 77 Bill Bilton of West Monroe, a salesman, died Tuesday. Services are 10 a.m. Saturday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Burial will be in Kilpatrick's Serenity Gardens, West Monroe.

Robert L. Eoff, 87 SHREVEPORT — Robert Lee Eoff, retired project manager for T.L. James, died Thursday. Graveside services are 1 p.m. Saturday at Mulhearn Memorial Park, Monroe. Visitation is 11 a.m. until 12:30 p.m. Saturday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Monroe.

Harvey R. Gibson Sr., 57 Harvey Ray Gibson Sr. of West Monroe, a warehouse worker for a trucking business, died Wednesday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Luna Methodist Church. Visitation is 8 a.m. Saturday until service time at the church. Burial will be in the church cemetery under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Rev. Glyn Mixon, 73 WINNFIELD — The Rev. Glyn Keith Mixon, a police officer, died Thursday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at Laurel Heights Baptist Church. Burial will be in Jones Cemetery, Winnfield, under the direction of Southern Funeral Home.

Joy A. Nolen, 81 Joy Anderson Nolen of Monroe, a homemaker, died Wednesday. Private family services will be held Saturday. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Monroe.

Vera R. Price, 80 Vera Rosalee Price of West Monroe, a sales clerk, died Wednesday. Graveside services are 1 p.m. Saturday at Mulhearn Memorial Park, Monroe. Arrangements are under the direction of Griffin Funeral Home, West Monroe.

London Sullis, infant London Sullis, the infant daughter of Nikawana Dangerfield and Damion Sullis of Monroe, died Thursday, Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Funerals by McFarland, Monroe.

Cynthia Welch, 46 TALLULAH — Cynthia Welch, a homemaker, died Friday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Beckwith Golden Gate Funeral Home.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED Armstrong, Sarah Mae: 1 p.m. Saturday, Piney Grove Baptist Church, West Monroe. Bilton, Bill: 10 a.m. Saturday, Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Blood, Carrie "Katie" Beatrice: 10 a.m. Saturday, Golden Funeral Home, Bastrop. Bush, Herman: 11 a.m. Saturday, Springhill Christian Methodist Episcopal Church, Ringgold. Caston, Paula Spencer: 11 a.m. Saturday, First Zion Baptist Church, Winnsboro. Collins,Willie Mildred: 10:30 a.m. Saturday, First Baptist Church, Lake Providence. Demar, Louiza "Shay": 10:30 a.m. Saturday, First Baptist Church, Lake Providence. Fenroy, Henry: 1 p.m. Saturday, Epps Church of God in Christ, Epps. Frazier, Mae Jewel: 2:30 p.m. Saturday, Fellowship Baptist Church, Simsboro. Gardner, Eddie: 1 p.m. Saturday, St. Luke Baptist Church, Bastrop. Garr, Dorothy M.: 11 a.m. Monday, Richardson Funeral Home, Monroe. Goines,Rev. Bernice: 6 p.m. Saturday, Greater Free Gift Baptist Church, Monroe. Green, John Evans: 2 p.m. Saturday, Liberty Christian Center, Monroe. Harris, Willie: noon Saturday, Funerals by McFarland, Monroe. Jones, Bessie: 11 a.m. Saturday, Winnsboro Second Baptist Church, Winnsboro. Jones, Mary: 11 a.m. Saturday, Hopewell Baptist Church, Mangham. Kelly, Jerry: 2 p.m. Saturday, Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Knights Jr., Rev. Joseph: 11 a.m. Saturday, Faith Harvest Baptist Church, Monroe. Moreau, Dorothy Fellman: 11 a.m. Saturday, Southern Funeral Home, Jonesboro. Pierce, Barbara: 11 a.m. Saturday, New Light Baptist Church, Monroe. Sharp, Virgie Cagle: 2 p.m. Saturday, New Life Assembly of God Church, Olla. Smith, Erma: 1 p.m. Saturday, Martin Chapel Baptist Church, Newellton. Thomas, Klare Hofmann: 10 a.m. Tuesday, Owens Memorial Chapel, Ruston. Turner, John: 1 p.m. Saturday, Smith Funeral Home, Monroe. Williams, Larry: 2 p.m. Saturday, Starlight Baptist Church, Swartz.

November 20, 2011 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

Robert J. (Bobby Jack) Bagwell Funeral services for Robert J. (Bobby Jack) Bagwell will be held at 10:00 am Monday, November 21, 2011 at Temple Baptist Church, Winnsboro, LA under the direction of Gill First National Funeral Home with Dr. Harry Boyd, Jr. officiating. Interment will follow in Providence Memorial Cemetery of Winnsboro. Robert was born in Choudrant, LA to the union of Willie M. and Velma O'Neal Bagwell on August 24, 1929 and departed this earthly life in Alexandria, LA on November 18, 2011. A graduate of Louisiana Tech, he was teacher and coach at the Bossier City and Baskin High Schools for seven years. Serving in various capacities with Chemical and Oil and Gas companies seventeen years before becoming employed by the LA Department of Labor in Minden and Natchitoches. He retired in 1990 as Supervisor of the Natchitoches office. Ordained a Deacon by the Rayne, LA Baptist Church in 1962, he served as an adult Sunday School teacher most of his adult life as well as filling the duties of church treasurer and Deacon. Robert was preceded in death by his parents and sisters, Alistine Simmons and Mary Grace Ormond. Survivors include Ruby McNair Bagwell, his wife of 58 years; sons William Bagwell and wife Wanda of Scottsdale, AZ and Rev. Richard Bagwell and wife Jana of Auburn, AL; grandchildren Brooke Stephens and husband Mark; Meredith, Kyle, Ross, Mallory and Mark Bagwell; great-grandchild Chloe Stephens; brothers William J. Bagwell and wife Joyce and Bruce B. Bagwell; brother-in-law Phil Simmons and sisters-in-law Mary Eva Bagwell and Nancy Ormond; plus numerous nieces and nephews. Pallbearers will be grandsons along with Mark Stephens and Howard Way. Honorary pallbearers will be the young men he coached while at Baskin High School. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Dr. James O. McNair Scholarship Fund at Louisiana College in Pineville, LA. Visitation will be from 5-8 pm, Sunday, November 20, 2011 at the funeral home. Online condolences may be made at www.gillfirstnational.com. Gill First National Funeral Home Winnsboro, LA Published in The News Star on November 20, 2011

Thomas Edward "Tinker" Dillard Services for Mr. Thomas Edward "Tinker" Dillard, 79, of Rayville, LA will be 3 PM Sunday, November 20, 2011 at Mulhearn Funeral Home Chapel- Rayville with Dr. Eddie Wren and Bro. Johnny Hoychick officiating, interment to follow in Rayville Masonic Cemetery, under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home Rayville. Mr. Dillard was born June 12, 1932 in Rayville, LA to the late Belton M. Dillard, Sr. and Lou Johnson Dillard he passed away November 18, 2011 in Monroe, LA. He was a member of the First Baptist Church Rayville, LA and a retired Lumber salesman. He served as a Radioman 2 in the United States Navy during the Korean Conflict and was a member of the VFW and the American Legion. A loving husband, father, grandfather and brother he leaves behind to cherish his memory his wife of 55 years, Edwina P. Dillard of Rayville, LA; daughter, Ninnette Pennell and her husband Craig of Shreveport, LA; sons, Ted Dillard and his wife Becky of Start, LA, Cid Dillard and his wife Allison of Baton Rouge, LA; sister, Dot Maxwell of Woodlands, TX; grandchildren, Ethan, Seth and Caleb Dillard, Shelby and Thomas Pennell, Claire and Madison Dillard. Grandchildren will serve as pallbearers. Visitation will be from 2 PM until service time Sunday at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to Rhymes Memorial Library in Rayville, LA Online registry/condolences at www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home Rayville, LA Published in The News Star on November 20, 2011

Antonia Maria Reese Funeral service for Mrs. Antonia Maria Reese, 78, of Monroe, LA will be held at 2:00 PM Sunday, November 20, 2011 in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Rd. Monroe with Rev. Allan Eppinette officiating. Interment will follow Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery. Mrs. Reese passed away on November 18, 2011. She was a member of the First Presbyterian Church in Monroe. Mrs. Reese was the office manager of Ark-LA Flooring. She loved to play bingo. Mrs. Reese was preceded in death by her husband, Howard Reese Sr.; grandson, Jeremy Reese; and great granddaughter, Savannah Reese. Survivors include her children, Howard E. "Buddy" Reese, Jr. and wife Doloris; David Reese and wife Eva; Earline Reese; Ricky Smith and wife Kayla; Billy Ray Smith and wife Misty; and Delfin Lovato and wife Cherie; grandchildren; Howard Trey Reese, Jessie Reese, Debi Thompson, Lori Hursey, Abbey Smith, Morgan Horwitz, Scott Smith, Anthony Smith, John Collins, Thomas Collins, Holland Long and Adriene Lovato; sister, Frieda Drews of Chama, New Mexico; numerous great grandchildren; one nephew and numerous nieces. Sons will serve as pallbearers. Visitation will be from 12:00 noon until service time Sunday at Mulhearn Funeral Home. Memorials may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital . Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on November 20, 2011

November 21 , 2011 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

Alice D. Garland Funeral Services for Mrs. Alice D. Garland, 92, of Downsville, LA will be held at 1:00 P.M. Tuesday, November 22, 2011 in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA with Dr. Greg Clark officiating. Interment will follow in the Aulds Chapel Cemetery in Downsville, LA. Mrs. Garland was born on October 16, 1919 in Delhi, LA and died on November 19, 2011 in West Monroe, LA. She was a greatly loved mother and grandmother, who was delighted in caring for and guiding children all her life. Mrs. Garland spent many years assisting with responsibilities of the family farm in the Calhoun/Downsville area and particularly loved tending her rose gardens. She is preceded in death by her husband of 72 years, Earl Garland; parents, John and Bertha Mitchell and great grandson, Justin Reppond. Survivors include her children, Malcolm Garland and wife Carolyn, Sharon Garland Tanck and husband, Ken, Sandra Garland Lyons, and Gregg Garland and wife, Janine; grandchildren, Michael Garland, Debra Bearden and husband, Chuck, Cindy Garland, Scot Tubbs and wife, Stephanie, and Angela Garland; great grandchildren, Jennifer Garland, Jacob Reppond, and Jamie Reppond Hearn and husband, Kenny; three great-great grandchildren; brothers and sisters, Don Mitchell, Roy Mitchell and wife, Ruth, Richard Mitchell and wife, Virginia, Ann Mitchell Strain and Sue Mitchell Rosenthal; along with numerous nieces and nephews. Pallbearers will be Michael Garland, Jacob Reppond, Kenny Hearn, Chuck Bearden, Shaun Swan, Skip Fife and Forrest Fife Visitation will be held from 5:00 P.M. until 7:00 P.M. Monday, November 21, 2011 at Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Memorials may be made to the Louisiana Baptist Children's Home in Monroe, LA. Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on November 21, 2011

Wade Carroll Purvis, Sr Funeral services for Wade Carroll Purvis, Sr., 70, of Jonesville, LA will be held 1:00 PM Monday November, 21 2011 at Berean Bible Church with Kyle Coates, Travis Glen, and Leon Zordan officiating. Interment will follow at Heard Cemetery under the direction of Young's Funeral Home of Jonesville. Wade Purvis, Sr. was born on November 13, 1941 in Wallace Ridge, LA and passed away Saturday, November 19, 2011 at Veterans Affairs Medical Center in Pineville. He was a resident of Jonesville, a retired heavy equipment operator and a member of Berean Bible Church. Mr. Wade proudly served his country in the US Navy and was a member of Four Rivers For All Vets. He was preceded in death by his parents Seville Wedon and Pearl Elva Purvis, brother Raymond Seville Purvis, and his grandson Kane Fancher. Survivors include: His wife of 46 years, Lola Hampton Purvis Son-Wade C. Purvis, II and wife Lisa Massart Purvis and children Anthony "Tony" Purvis and Victoria Elizabeth Purvis. Son-Thomas "Marty" Purvis and wife Cheryl Cunningham, Daughter Cassandra Purvis Trisler and children Caleb Daniel Trisler and Ethan Clay Trisler. Brother-Melvin Allen Purvis and wife Sue Sister-Sharon Purvis Smitherman and son Van Atkins and grandchildren; Krystal Atkins Woods, Vannah Atkins, and Hunter Atkins. Brother in law Jeff Douglas Jackson, Sr. and wife Carol Ann LeBouef, Lisa Gayle Thompson, Joseph Daniel Jackson, Kaine Daniel Jackson Sister in law Margaret Jane Hampton Devine and children William C Devine II, Della M. Devine Hingel, Heather H. Devine Sister in law- Sylvia Anne Hampton and children Anthony Ray Moore, Opal Kathleen Mackie, Curtis Kevin Jones, Leslie Ann Moore, and Stacy Hampton. Pallbearers will be Caleb Trisler, Ethan Trisler, Tony Purvis, King Self, Curtis Jones, and Joey Jackson. Honorary Pallbearers will be Melvin Purvis, Jeff Jackson, Byron McCarver, members of Berean Bible Church, members of Wildwoods Hunting Club, and Four Rivers For All Vets. The family will receive friends at Berean Bible Church from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM on Sunday November 20, 2011. To leave an online condolence for the family please visit youngsfh.com. Young's Funeral Home Jonesville, LA Published in The News Star on November 21, 2011

James "Jim" Thomas Wofford Memorial service for Mr. James "Jim" Thomas Wofford will be held 11:00AM Tuesday, November 22, 2011 in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Rd. Monroe with Rev. William Smith and Rev. Margaret Brown officiating. Mr. Wofford was born on September 14, 1940 in Galveston, TX and passed away on November 18, 2011 in Monroe. He was retired from El Paso Energy as a Petroleum Landman and Pipeline Inspector. Serving his country in the U.S. Army as a Military Policeman and a Skilled Marksman, he deeply respected all veterans. He was pleased to be an Honorary Deputy Sheriff of Ouachita Parish and a former member of the Optimist Club. In earlier years, he enjoyed being a radio announcer and disc-jockey, and the glamour of meeting western and pop stars. Before his lengthy illness, his life was filled with fun-loving activities and events, from the Nation Rifle Association (hunter and marksman) to the Little Theatre (performing). Mr. Wofford was preceded in death by his parents, James Thomas and Ila Mae Jackson Wofford of Houston. Survivors include his wife, Elizabeth "Beth" Marie Capps Wofford; daughters, Tanya Rae Stephenson of Calhoun, LA and Shawna Jae Shelley and husband Ed of Hope Mills, NC; grandson, Joshua "Josh" Edward Stephenson of Calhoun, LA; and brother, Jackson "Jack" Wofford and Frances of Seattle, WA. Visitation will be from 9:00Am until service time Tuesday November 22, 2011; the family will be proud to accept friends and family, condolences, memories, love and laughs. Much appreciation is extended to Dr. Owen Meyers and wife Jennie, not only for extending medical advice and care, but also for being gentle counselors and doing so with such loving kindness. Another appreciation to the staff at Avalon Nursing Home Rehabilitation Center is offered. Thank you to Rev. William Smith, for all his grace, visits, prayers, and encouragement, and being with us through every major event in our life. In lieu of flowers donations may be sent to Lakeshore Baptist Church and/or River Cities Cat Humane Society. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on November 21, 2011

Thomas L. Humphries Jr., 44 Thomas Leroy "Buddy" Humphries Jr. of West Monroe, died Saturday. Funeral Services will be at 2 p.m. Tuesday at Mulhearn Memorial Park Mausoleum Chapel in Monroe. Visitation will is from 1 p.m. until service time Tuesday at Mulhearn Memorial Park Mausoleum Chapel. Arrangements are under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Minnie E. Skinner, 97 RUSTON — Minnie E. Skinner, a homemaker, died Friday. Funeral services will be 10 a.m. Tuesday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home Chapel. Visitation is from 5-8 p.m. Monday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Antioch Cemetery in Simsboro.

Roy S. Sullivan, 63 DELHI — Roy S. Sullivan, a retired mechanic, died Saturday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Rayville.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED Gardner, Thomas: noon Wednesday, Mount Pleasant Baptist Church, Monroe. Garr, Dorothy M.: 11 a.m. Monday, Richardson Funeral Home, Monroe. Jenkins, Tytianna: 11 a.m. Tuesday, Liberty Christian Center, Monroe. Robinson, Danny Wayne: 11 a.m. Tuesday, Greater Pilgrim Rest Baptist Church, Mangham. Thomas, Klare Hofmann: 10 a.m. Tuesday, Owens Memorial Chapel, Ruston.

November 22 , 2011 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

Pamela Delaine Ashley Pamela Delaine Ashley from Crowville, LA died Monday, November 21, 2011 at the LSU Health Sciences Center in Shreveport following a long and courageous battle with cancer. She was born June 23, 1955 in Winnsboro, LA. Pam is survived by a brother, Gale Lynn Ashley and his wife, Jeanette, from Center, TX and a sister, Tammie Ashley McDaniel and her husband, Jack, from Oak Ridge, LA. She is also survived by nephews David Ashley, Michael Ashley and Keith Ashley and nieces Lauren McDaniel Brandon and Meredith McDaniel Dixon as well as four great nephews and two great nieces. She was preceded in death by her parents, C.M. Ashley, Jr. and Doris Harper Ashley. Visitation for friends and family will be at Gill First National Funeral Home in Winnsboro, LA, Tuesday evening from 5:30-7:30 p.m. Funeral services will be held at the Crowville Baptist Church in Crowville, LA at 10:00 a.m. Wednesday, November 23 with burial following at the Crowville Masonic Cemetery. Dr. Keith Dowden will officiate. Pallbearers will be James L. Busby, Terry Lightsey, Gary Peters, Tim Pylant, Mark Raley, Eddie Ward, Gary Ward, and Michael Wright. Pam was a teacher at Crowville School and a former teacher in the Richland Parish School System. She was named Winnsboro Elementary School Teacher of the Year in 2001-2002, Crowville Middle School Teacher of the Year in 2008-2009 and Franklin Parish Middle School Teacher of the Year in 2008-2009. She was recognized with the Northeast Regional Technology Teacher of the Year Award in 2009. Prior to her career as a teacher Pam was a medical librarian with the LSU Health Sciences Center in Shreveport and at E.A. Conway Hospital in Monroe. After graduating from Crowville High School in 1973, she earned a B.A. in English Education at the University of Louisiana at Monroe and a Master's of Library Science at Louisiana State University in Baton Rouge. Memorials may be made to the Crowville Baptist Church, Crowville, LA or to the Samuel James Harper, Jr. Memorial Scholarship, ULM Foundation, 700 University Ave., Monroe, LA 71209. Online condolences may be made at www.gillfirstnational.com Gill First National Funeral Home Winnsboro, LA Published in The News Star on November 22, 2011

Shelby Meek Gladney Shelby Meek Gladney, wife of Edward Lee Gladney, III of Bastrop, Louisiana, died Sunday, November 20, 2011. Born March 6, 1931 in Shreveport, Louisiana, she was the daughter of Mary Hazel and Samuel Shelby Meek. She graduated from Neville High School in Monroe, Louisiana and earned a degree in education from Louisiana Tech University where she was a member of Sigma Kappa Sorority. Upon graduation she married Edward Lee "Boots" Gladney, with whom she spent the next sixty years. Boots and Shelby moved frequently, living in Pine Bluff, Vidalia, Mobile, Camden, and Bastrop. They moved to Bastrop four times before retiring there in 1993. Shelby was active in church and community affairs wherever they lived. In Natchez she was a member of the Pilgrimage Garden Club and in Bastrop was a member of the Abram Morehouse Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution, the Coterie Club, and the First Baptist Church. Her God and her family were the most important things in her life and she served them both well, giving her time and talents to each. A talented cook, she always enjoyed giving food to others in times of need. Playing bridge and reading were two of her favorite hobbies. She was also known for her prolific letter writing and enjoyed corresponding with family and friends. All who knew her recognized a kind heart and concerned friend who could be counted on in good times and bad. She is survived by her husband, Edward Lee Gladney, III of Bastrop, Louisiana, daughter Mary Guthrie (David) of El Dorado, Arkansas; son, Edward Lee Gladney IV (Sally) of Tomball, Texas; and son Van Hamilton Gladney (Kim) of Birmingham, Alabama. She is survived by seven grandchildren; Adam Guthrie (Valerie), Shelby Guthrie Denison (Sam), Hannah Guthrie Rutledge (Will), David Gladney (Kristen) Andrew Gladney (Melissa), Sarah Gladney, and Mary Dawson Gladney. Two great-grandchildren Mary Elizabeth and Van Denison survive her. She is also survived by her sister, Mary Elizabeth "Mimi" Mulvey of Louisville, Kentucky, her sister-in-law Wayne Gladney Phelps of Bastrop, Louisiana, and three nephews, David Mulvey, Goodwin Gladney, and Robert Gladney. Preceding her in death were her parents Mr. and Mrs. Samuel Shelby Meek, her brother-in-law Charles Goodwin Gladney, and her nephew Ernest Mulvey. Pallbearers are Sam Denison, Andrew Gladney, David Gladney, Goodwin Gladney, Robert Gladney, Adam Guthrie, and William Rutledge. Services will be held 2:00pm Wednesday, November 23, at First Baptist Church of Bastrop, with graveside services to follow at Christ Church Cemetery. Visitation will be held at Cox Funeral Home of Bastrop from 4:00 p.m. until 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday, November 22, 2011. Memorials may be made to First Baptist Church, 620 East Madison Avenue, Bastrop, Louisiana 71220 or to the charity of the donor's choice . Cox Funeral Home Bastrop, LA Published in The News Star on November 22, 2011

Coahron Arvin Young, 93, of Monroe, retired carpenter, died Sunday. The funeral is scheduled for 10 a.m. Wednesday at the Mulhearn Funeral Home chapel, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Visitation is scheduled from 9 a.m. until service time at the funeral home.

Otis Alexander of Monroe, a laborer, died Sunday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Miller Funeral Home, Monroe.

Louise Barnes, 72 Louise Barnes of Monroe died Sunday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Miller Funeral Home, Monroe.

Sissy F. Bonnette, 45 FERRIDAY -- Sissy Foucher Bonnette died Monday. Services are 2 p.m. Wednesday at Young's Funeral Home. Visitation is noon until 2 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Natchez City Cemetery.

Hattie Chipp, 77 MINDEN -- Hattie Chipp died Sunday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Miller Funeral Home. Ophelia Covington, 94 Ophelia Covington of Monroe died Thursday. Services are 2 p.m. Tuesday at Riverside Baptist Church, Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville.

Thomas Gardner, 80 Thomas Gardner of Monroe, a laborer, died Friday. Services are noon Wednesday at Mount Pleasant Baptist Church, Monroe. Visitation is 1-6 p.m. Tuesday at Miller Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens.

Alice D. Garland, 92 DOWNSVILLE -- Alice D. Garland died Saturday. Services are 1 p.m. Tuesday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Visitation is noon Tuesday until service time at the funeral home.

Shelby M. Gladney, 80 BASTROP -- Shelby Meek Gladney, a homemaker, died Sunday. Services are 2 p.m. Wednesday at First Baptist Church. Visitation is 4-6 p.m. Tuesday at Cox Funeral Home. Burial will be in Christ Church Cemetery.

Jerry W. Griffin, 73 Jerry W. Griffin of Monroe, a truck driver, died Nov. 13. Services are 11 a.m. Wednesday at Richardson Funeral Home, Monroe. Visitation is 1-5 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens.

Margaret M. Gunnels, 97 Margaret Morris Gunnels of Monroe, a homemaker, died Sunday. Graveside services are 2 p.m. Wednesday at Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery, Monroe. Arrangements are under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Monroe.

Joe Jackson, 97 BASTROP -- Joe Jackson, a laborer, died Wednesday. Services are 1 p.m. Friday at Evergreen No. 2 Church. Visitation is 10 a.m. until 12:30 p.m. Friday at the church. Burial will be in the church cemetery under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home.

Shirley Jenkins, 49 ATLANTA, Ga. -- Shirley Jenkins, formerly of Bastrop, died Thursday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at New Jerusalem No. 2 Church, Bastrop. Visitation is 5-7 p.m. Friday at Tennant Funeral Home, Bastrop. Burial will be in Red Hill Cemetery.

Tytianna Jenkins, 13 SHREVEPORT -- Tytianna Jenkins, a student, died Wednesday. Services are 11 a.m. Tuesday at First Church of God in Christ, Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens, Richwood, under the direction of Smith Funeral Home, Monroe.

James D. Jones, 33 OAK GROVE -- James Dustin Jones died Saturday. Services are 2 p.m. Wednesday at Cox Funeral Home. Visitation is 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Red Wing Cemetery.

Carolyn Lee, 56 Carolyn York Lee of Monroe, a homemaker, died Nov. 15. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Rose of Sharon Baptist Church, Monroe. Visitation is 2-6 p.m. Friday at Funerals by McFarland, Monroe. Burial will be in Magnolia Cemetery, Monroe.

Nelda J. Lewis, 74 DOWNSVILLE -- Nelda Jean Lewis, a homemaker, died Monday. Services are noon Wednesday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Visitation is 10 a.m. Wednesday until service time at the funeral home. Burial will be in Roselawn Memorial Gardens, Calhoun.

Kenney Moore, 49 Kenney "Lane" Moore of Monroe, formerly of Rayville, died Monday. Services are noon Saturday at Mount Zion Baptist Church, Rayville. Burial will be in St. Peter Rock Cemetery, Bee Bayou, under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville.

Robert Randle, 73 BASTROP -- Robert Randle died Friday. Services are 1 p.m. Friday at St. Paul Church of God in Christ. Visitation is 6-7 p.m. Thursday at Tennant Funeral Home. Burial will be in Red Hill Cemetery.

Synthia Roberts, 70 JONES -- Synthia Roberts died Saturday. Services are 11 a.m. Friday at Green Grove Baptist Church, Bonita. Visitation is 5-7 p.m. Thursday at Tennant Funeral Home, Bastrop.

Emma Robinson, 66 Emma Robinson of Monroe, a homemaker, died Friday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Word of Life Church, Monroe. Visitation is 2-6 p.m. Friday at Funerals by McFarland, Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens.

Willie B. Seay, 83 DOWNSVILLE -- Willie Bea Seay, a caterer, died Sunday. Arrangements are incomplete under direction of Smith Funeral Home, Monroe.

Bobbie Sharp, 84 JONESVILLE -- Bobbie Sharp died Monday. Services are 1 p.m. Wednesday at First Baptist Church. Visitation is 6-8 p.m. Tuesday at Young's Funeral Home.

Jerry W. Stuckey, 49 Jerry Wayne Stuckey of West Monroe, a construction worker, died Saturday. Memorial services are 3 p.m. Tuesday at Griffin Funeral Home, West Monroe.

London D. Sullis, infant London D'Asia Sullis, the infant daughter of Nikawanna Dangerfield and Damion O'Neal Sullis of Monroe, died Thursday. Graveside services are 11 a.m. Wednesday at Richwood Memorial Gardens. Arrangements are under the direction of Funerals by McFarland, Monroe.

Roy S. Sullivan, 63 DELHI -- Roy S. Sullivan, retired mechanic, died Saturday. Services are noon Tuesday at Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Rayville. Visitation is 10 a.m. Tuesday until service time at the funeral home. Burial will be in Old Ramah Cemetery, Ashland.

Susan M. Tumlin, 63 HODGE -- Susan Maxwell Tumlin, a homemaker, died Sunday. Services are 10 a.m. Tuesday at Fellowship Baptist Church, Quitman. Burial will be in the church cemetery under the direction of Edmonds Funeral Home, Jonesboro.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED Humphries Jr., Thomas "Buddy": 2 p.m. Tuesday, Mulhearn Memorial Park Mausoleum Chapel, Monroe. Robinson, Danny Wayne: 11 a.m. Tuesday, Greater Pilgrim Rest Baptist Church, Mangham. Skinner, Minnie E.: 10 a.m. Tuesday, Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Ruston. Thomas, Klare Hofmann: 10 a.m. Tuesday, Owens Memorial Chapel, Ruston.

November 23, 2011 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

Reggie DeFreese, Sr Funeral services for Mr. Reginold Dempsey DeFreese, Sr., will be held Friday, November 25, 2011 at 10:00 a.m. at First Baptist Church of Bastrop with Rev. Jim Ingram officiating. Interment will follow at Concord Cemetery in Chatham, Louisiana under the direction of Golden Funeral Home. Visitation will be held Thursday, November 24, 2011 from 5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. at Golden Funeral Home. Reggie DeFreese, Sr., worked for 22 years in Morehouse Parish, and Northeast Louisiana, as a heavy equipment operator for Entergy (formerly known as Louisiana Power & Light). When he retired, he kept working-no longer under streetlights and in power stations, but in his church, and his community. After being raised in Richland Parish, Big Reg settled in Bastrop in 1953. Big Reg, who was raised on a farm, is perhaps best known for his support of the local Farmer's Market. He was President of the organization for twelve years, and served on its Board of Directors for twenty years. He was an avid gardener, so this involvement came naturally to him. But his other interests and activities were many and varied. He served as tax counselor for the AARP Tax Counseling Program providing free tax help to the elderly, and others who asked for his help. He was a member of the Silver Haired Legislature, and the local distribution of the USDA commodity program. Perhaps, most important to him was his involvement with First Baptist Church. Although he enjoyed gardening, hunting, and fishing, however, he said that his main enjoyment was his church. He loved visiting people who were sick-helping them, and doing what he could to make their life better. Big Reg served as a deacon, taught Sunday School, and served on the Building Committee, the Renovation Committee, and the Benevolence Committee. He was instrumental with other members from First Baptist in obtaining, renovating, and teaching Sunday School at the First Baptist Mission Church on North Odom. He was very active in all sorts of community activities, events, and charitable fundraisers. In 1978 he received the Bastrop Daily Enterprise's Nathan Bolton Community Service Award. In 1977 he received the Boys Club of America Medallion for Meritorious Service for the Advancement of Boys. Having sons, he was very interested in the welfare of boys in the sixties, and Bif Reg helped with others to organize the Bastrop Chapter of the Boy's Club of America. This was challenging to him, and such a blessing seeing young boys mature, have fun, and engage in clean recreation, especially the boxing team. In the years that followed so many adult men came by to see "THEIR" Mr. Reg. He always felt one should be interested in civic duties and support those areas that would improve his favorite city--Bastrop. He had great enjoyment in meeting new people, and from them came his increasing knowledge regarding areas of their interest gained from years of: Just Living". Big Reg loved the Lord, and the precepts he taught. These precepts came to reveal great joy in life, as he applied them in his life. He always stated that "This was successful living for him". He is preceded in death by his parents, Jessie and Mary DeFreese; two brothers, Harold James and Bobby Joe DeFreese; one sister, Louise (DeFreese) Osbon; one son, Michael Glenn DeFreese and one foster son, Tom Foster. He is survived by his wife and partner of 61 years, Rita Nedra Dickerson DeFreese; brothers, Clayton DeFreese, William DeFreese, BJ DeFreese; sister, Sammy Haynie and husband Larry; son, Lil Reggie DeFreese and wife Diane; grandchildren, Celeste Allen, Lauren Sallinger and husband Eric, Aimee Socha and husband Stan, Julie and Marc Young; great grandchildren, Abbey, Ann Marie, Audrey, George, Jane, Joey, Madeline, and Mia Catherine; numerous nieces, nephews and many friends. Pallbearers for the service are the deacons of First Baptist Church. Honorary pallbearers are Dr. Byron Dickerson, Tony Osbon, Jessie DeFreese, Eddy DeFreese, Randy DeFreese, Tommy Parker, Greg Kennedy, Richard Northcut, and Charles Dumas. The family wishes to extend a special thanks to Dr. David Burkett, and the caring staff at the St. Francis Medical Center Cardiac Care Unit in Monroe, Louisiana. The family requests in lieu of flowers memorials be made to cancer research. Vicisti, Galilae - Thou has conquered, O Galilean and Reggie is Home. Golden Funeral Home Bastrop, LA Published in The News Star on November 23, 2011

Pamela D. Ashley, 56 CROWVILLE — Pamela Delaine Ashley, a teacher, died Monday. Services are 10 a.m. Wednesday at First Baptist Church. Burial will be in Crowville Masonic Cemetery under the direction of Gill First National Funeral Home, Winnsboro.

Bobie Colquitt, 69 Bobie Colquitt of Monroe, certified nursing assistant, died Monday. Services are 2 p.m. Sunday at Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville. Visitation is 4-6 p.m. Saturday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Royal Blue Cemetery.

Monique W. Dortch, 89 Monique W. Dortch, a retired nurse, died Monday. Services are 2 p.m. Friday at Riser Funeral Home, Columbia. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Welcome Home Cemetery, Grayson.

Laverne C. Griffith, 82 HICO — Laverne Carlton Griffith a homemaker, died Nov. 16. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Fellowship Baptist Church, Fellowship. Visitation is 5-7 p.m. Friday at Owens Memorial Chapel Funeral Home, Ruston. Burial will be in Tubb Family Cemetery.

Derrick Hill, 41 Derrick "Bull" Hill of West Monroe, a truck driver, died Friday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at China Grove Baptist Church. Visitation is 1-6 p.m. Friday at Hester's Central State Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Orange Hill Cemetery, Rhymes.

James Huff, 73 MONTEREY — James "Bud" Curtis Huff, owner of Big John's Burgers and Jackie's Restaurant in Jonesville and a farmer, died Tuesday. Services are 10 a.m. Friday at Young's Funeral Home, Jonesville. Visitation is 5-9 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Myrtle Memorial Cemetery, Winnsboro.

Jeanetta Ingram, 79 LIDDIEVILLE — Jeanetta Ingram, a retired nurse, died Monday. Services are 2 p.m. Friday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Winnsboro. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Ogden Cemetery.

Marion King, 68 Marion King of Monroe, a laborer, died Thursday. Services are 1 p.m. Wednesday at Funerals by McFarland, Monroe. Visitation is 11 a.m. Wednesday until service time at the funeral home. Burial will be in Mount Wade Cemetery, Monticello.

Clara Knight, 68 TALLULAH — Clara Knight, a homemaker, died Saturday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Beckwith Golden Gate Funeral Home.

Nelda J. Lewis, 74 DOWNSVILLE — Nelda Jean Lewis, a homemaker, died Monday. Services are noon Wednesday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Visitation is 10 a.m. Wednesday until service time at the funeral home. Burial will be in Roselawn Memorial Gardens, Calhoun.

Terry L. McCarty, 64 Terry Lee McCarty of Monroe, a homemaker, died Tuesday. Memorial services are 10 a.m. Friday at Griffin Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Kenney Moore, 49 Kenney "Lane" Moore of Monroe, formerly of Rayville, died Sunday. Services are noon Saturday at Mount Zion Baptist Church, Rayville. Burial will be in St. Peter Rock Cemetery, Bee Bayou, under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville.

Thomas H. Osborne, 81 Thomas H. Osborne of Sterlington, retired from the carbon plant, died Tuesday. Graveside services are 12:30 p.m. Friday at Pine Grove South Cemetery. Visitation is 10 a.m. until noon Friday at Golden Funeral Home, Bastrop.

Coahron A. Young, 93 Coahron Arvin Young of Monroe, a retired carpenter, died Sunday. Services are 10 a.m. Wednesday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Monroe. Visitation is 9 a.m. Wednesday until service time at the funeral home.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED Bonnette, Sissy Foucher: 2 p.m. Wednesday, Young's Funeral Home, Ferriday. Gardner, Thomas: noon Wednesday, Mount Pleasant Baptist Church, Monroe. Gladney, Shelby Meek: 2 p.m. Wednesday. First Baptist Church, Bastrop. Griffin, Jerry W.: 11 a.m. Wednesday, Richardson Funeral Home, Monroe. Gunnels, Margaret Morris: 2 p.m. Wednesday, Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery, Monroe. Jackson, Joe: 1 p.m. Friday, Evergreen No. 2 Church, Bastrop. Jenkins, Shirley: 1 p.m. Saturday, New Jerusalem No. 2 Church, Bastrop. Jones, James Dustin: 2 p.m. Wednesday, Cox Funeral Home, Oak Grove. Lee, Carolyn York: 11 a.m. Saturday, Rose of Sharon Baptist Church, Monroe. Randle, Robert: 1 p.m. Friday, St. Paul Church of God in Christ, Bastrop. Roberts, Synthia: 11 a.m. Friday, Green Grove Baptist Church, Bonita. Robinson, Emma: 11 a.m. Saturday, Word of Life Church, Monroe. Sharp, Bobbie: 1 p.m. Wednesday, First Baptist Church, Jonesville. Sullis, London D'Asia: 11 a.m. Wednesday, Richwood Memorial Gardens, Richwood.

November 24, 2011 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

Monique Washer Dortch Funeral services for Mrs. Monique Washer Dortch age 89 of Columbia will be held 2:00 p.m. Friday November 25, 2011 from the Columbia Chapel of Riser Funeral Home, with the Rev. Tommy Basco officiating. Interment will follow in the Welcome Home Cemetery at Grayson. Visitation will be on Thursday evening at the funeral home from 5:00pm until 8:00pm. Born Monique Washer on August 11,1922 in Monroe, LA; she passed from this life on Monday November 21, 2011 at the Citizens Medical Center in Columbia. Monique was a retired Registered Nurse, and after her retirement she became a sitter to so many who required stay at home healthcare. She was preceded in death by her husband Willie Nathan Dortch and by her parents George Thomas Washer and Gertrude Washer. Survivors include three sons, Jimmy Dortch and wife Gayle of Grayson; Johnny Dortch of Bastrop, and Tommy Dortch of Columbia. She also leaves four grandchildren, ten great-grandchildren, and two great great-grandchildren. Online registry/condolences: riserfuneralhomes.com Riser Funeral Home Columbia, LA Published in The News Star on November 24, 2011

Jimmie Richard Howell Jimmie Richard Howell, age 90, of Simsboro, Louisiana passed away Tuesday, November 22, 2011. He was born in Arcadia, Louisiana on November 11, 1921 to James Thomas Howell, Sr. and Sarah Ellen Durrett Howell. Jimmie graduated from Simsboro High School. He served in the United States Army during World War II, and retired from Southern Natural Gas as a Field Operator after 30 years of service. He is preceded in death by his parents, two sisters; Louise Riser and Dorothy Mae Spencer; and brother: James Thomas Howell, Jr. Jimmie is survived by his wife of 62 years: Nelda Roberson Howell; three children: Janis Carroll and husband Bill of Shreveport, Richard Howell and fiancé Dixie Cupid of Simsboro, and Brenda Cryar and husband Robert of Houston, Texas; two grandchildren: Brian Carroll and wife Kristina and children Gavin and Kalyssa Ann of Costa Mesa, California, Ashley Carroll and children Conner, Emma, and Brody of Bossier City, Louisiana; one sister: Sarah Ellen Kincannon and husband Pat. Service for Mr. Howell will be held Friday, November 25, 2011 at Simsboro Baptist Church with visitation at the church at 9:00 AM and services at 10:00 AM. Officiating the service will be Rev. Wilton Wall. Interment will follow at Simsboro Cemetery under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home in Ruston. Pallbearers will be Tom Kincannon, Ted Kincannon, Kenneth Roberson, Curtis Dowling, James Rasbery and Lynn Alford. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com Kilpatrick Funeral Home Ruston, LA Published in The News Star on November 24, 2011

Savill S. Allen, 85 COLUMBIA -- Savill S. Allen, a truck driver died Nov. 14. Services are 10 a.m. Saturday at St. Paul Baptist Church. Visitation is 9 a.m. Saturday until time of service at the church. Burial will be in the church cemetery under direction of Riser Funeral Home.

Alice Bass, 33 ST. JOSEPH -- Alice Bass, a homemeaker, died Wednesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Beckwith Golden Gate Funeral Home, Tallulah.

Edna Higgerson, 79 WISNER -- Edna Higgerson, a homemaker, died Wednesday. Services are 10 a.m. Saturday at Wisner First Baptist Church. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Friday at Gill First National Funeral Home. Burial will be in Oakley Cemetery.

Mike Hutto. 57 WINNSBORO -- Mike Hutto, a commercial painter, died Wednesday. Services are 2 p.m. Sunday at Gill First National Funeral Home. Visitation is 5-8 pm Saturday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Oak Grove Cemetery.

Archie L. Jenkins, 50 Archie L. Jenkins of Monroe died Nov. 14. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at New Bright Star Baptist Church, Wilson Street, Monroe. Visitation is 1-6 p.m. Friday at Smith Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens.

Ernest Lee Jones, 61 RUSTON -- Ernest Lee Jones, a wood products company laborer, died Friday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at the New Prosperity Baptist Church. Family hour is 6-7 p.m. Friday at King's Funeral Home. Burial will be in the New Prosperity Cemetery.

Lannie Oliver, 62 CHICAGO, Ill. -- Lannie Oliver died Saturday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at New Light Baptist Church, Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens under the direction of Richardson and Sims Funeral Home, Winnsboro.

Myra J. Patton, 81 RUSTON -- Myra J. Patton of Ruston, a retired educator, died Sunday. Services are 2:30 p.m. Saturday at the Harmony Baptist Church, Arcadia. Visitation is 2-7 p.m. Friday at King's Funeral Home. Burial will be in the Harmony Cemetery, Arcadia.

Mary Reynolds, 90 ATLANTA, Texas -- Mary Evelyn Knight Reynolds died Wednesday. Services are 10 a.m. Saturday at Golden Funeral Home, Bastrop. Visitation is 6-8 p.m. Friday at Golden Funeral Home. Burial will be in Memorial Park Cemetery under the direction of Golden Funeral Home.

Tommie Robinson, 74 BASTROP -- Tommie Sue Robinson, a homemaker, died Tuesday. Memorial services are 2 p.m. Saturday at Cox Funeral Home.

Dorothy Stokes, 81 HOLLY RIDGE -- Dorothy Sistrunk Stokes, a retired nurse with Ball and Ellington Clinic, died Wednesday. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at Shady Grove Church of God. Visitation is 4:30-9 p.m. Friday at Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Rayville. Burial will be in the McKnight Cemetery.

Antoine Turner, 25 Antoine Turner of Monroe, a student, died Monday. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at Liberty Christian Center, Monroe. Visitation is 1-6 p.m. Friday at Smith Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens, Richwood.

Yvonne Warner, 89 Yvonne Orr Warner of West Monroe, a retired educator, died Wednesday. Services are 2 p.m. Friday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Visitation is noon to 2 p.m. Friday. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery.

Alberta Wilson, 94 Alberta Wilson of Monroe, a homemaker, died Nov. 17. Services are noon Saturday at Mount Olivet Baptist Church, Monroe. Visitation is 1-6 p.m. Friday at Richardson Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED Barnes, Louise: 10 a.m. Saturday, Miller Funeral Home, Monroe. Beal, Sherri Marie: 2 p.m. Friday, Edmonds Funeral Home, Jonesboro. Chipp, Hattie: 11 a.m. Saturday, Mount Olive Baptist Church, Couchwood. Colquitt, Bobie: 2 p.m. Sunday, Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville. Dortch, Monique W.: 2 p.m. Friday, Riser Funeral Home, Columbia. Griffith, Laverne Carlton: 11 a.m. Saturday, Fellowship Baptist Church, Fellowship. Hill, Derrick "Bull": 11 a.m. Saturday, China Grove Baptist Church. Huff, James "Bud" Curtis: 10 a.m. Friday, Young's Funeral Home, Jonesville. Ingram, Jeanetta: 2 p.m. Friday, Mulhearn Funeral Home, Winnsboro. Jackson, Joe: 1 p.m. Friday, Evergreen No. 2 Church, Bastrop. Jenkins, Archie L.: 2 p.m. Saturday, New Bright Star Baptist Church, Wilson Street, Monroe. Jenkins, Shirley: 1 p.m. Saturday, New Jerusalem No. 2 Church, Bastrop. Knight, Clara: 1 p.m. Saturday, St. John Missionary Baptist Church, Tallulah. Lee, Carolyn York: 11 a.m. Saturday, Rose of Sharon Baptist Church, Monroe. Massey, Effie D.: 2 p.m. Friday, Lighthouse Pentecostal Church. McCarty, Terry Lee: 10 a.m. Friday, Griffin Funeral Home, West Monroe. Moore, Kenney "Lane": noon Saturday, Mount Zion Baptist Church, Rayville. Osborne, Thomas H.: 12:30 p.m. Friday, Pine Grove South Cemetery. Randle, Robert: 1 p.m. Friday, St. Paul Church of God in Christ, Bastrop. Roberts, Synthia: 11 a.m. Friday, Green Grove Baptist Church, Bonita. Robinson, Emma: 11 a.m. Saturday, Life in the Word Church, (old Lone Wa), Harvester Drive, Monroe. Seay, Willie Bea: 11 a.m. Saturday, Galilee Baptist Church, Start.

November 25 , 2011 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

Grace Roy Farmer Graveside Services for Mrs. Grace Roy Farmer, 83, of West Monroe, LA will be held 2:00 PM Saturday, November 26, 2011 at Roselawn Memorial Gardens Cemetery, Calhoun with Rev. Woods Watson officiating. Mrs. Farmer was born on October 29, 1928 in Calhoun, LA and passed away on November 22, 2011 in West Monroe, LA. She had a love for horses and the rodeo. She is survived by her nephews, Ronald E. Linder and wife Joy, Bobby Linder and wife Eva Mae, Jimmy Linder, Jackie Linder and wife Susie, and Charles Roy; and nieces, Sandra Gaston, Carol Stanford, and Ann Roy. Visitation will be held from 11:00 AM until 1:00 PM Saturday, November 26, 2011 at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Published in The News Star on November 25, 2011

Beverly Causey Smith Funeral Services for Mrs. Beverly Causey Smith, 71, of West Monroe, LA will be 10:00 AM Saturday, November 26, 2011 in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe with Rev. Ricky Baker officiating. Interment will follow at Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery, Monroe. Mrs. Smith died on November 22, 2011 in Monroe, LA. She was a charter member of Southside United Methodist Church, now Lea Joyner Memorial United Methodist Church. Mrs. Smith recently attended Grace Baptist Church. She retired from Ouachita Parish School Board. Mrs. Smith is preceded in death by her parents, Adam Causey and Anita Barrier; and brother, Albert Causey. She is survived by her husband of 53 years, John A. Smith; six children, Shelia Sanderson and husband John, John Smith, Jr. and wife Lynn, Debbie Gilbert and husband Phil, Toni Clay and husband Randy, Brenda Deffner and husband Dean, Brent Smith; thirteen grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; sister, Sheila Massey; brother, Claude "Mickey" Causey; and numerous nieces and nephews. Pallbearers will be Randy Clay, Phil Gilbert, John Sanderson, Dean Deffner, Dylan Deffner, John Sanderson, Jr., Phillip Gilbert, Casey Smith, and Jonathan Smith. Visitation will be from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM Friday, November 25, 2011 at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on November 25, 2011

Claude C. Stone, Jr. Funeral services for Mr. Claude C. Stone, Jr., 87, of West Monroe, LA, will be held at 2:00 PM, Saturday, November 26, 2011 at Mt. Vernon Baptist Church with Rev. Randy Burdeaux officiating. Interment will follow in Mt. Vernon Baptist Church Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe. Mr. Stone passed away on November 23, 2011 in West Monroe, LA. Mr. Stone lived and worked in the land clearing business in the Bunkie area for over 35 years. After moving to West Monroe, he worked for T.L James for over 15 years as a grader operator. Mr. Stone was an active member and deacon of First Baptist Church in Bunkie, Temple Baptist Church in Alexandria and Mt. Vernon Baptist Church. Mr. Stone was a veteran having served in the United States Army. Mr. Stone served with honors in the 944th Ordnance Motor Vehicle Distributing Company and also spent time in the infantry during WWII. Survivors include: sons, Sam Stone and Michael R. Stone and wife Beverly; grandchildren, John C. "Jay" Stone and wife Anna, Steven G. Stone and wife Mandy, Dr. Andrew Michael Stone and wife Maggie, Matthew Douglas Stone and wife Catherine, Shelly Nicole Stone, and Sharlene Stone Alexander and husband Heath; fourteen great grandchildren. Pallbearers will be Jay Stone, Andy Stone, Matt Stone, Steven Stone, Jimmy Rachal, and Anthony Stone. Visitation will be from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM Friday, November 25, 2011 at Mulhearn Funeral Home. Memorials may be made to the La. Baptist Children's Home, which Mr. and Mrs. Stone supported all of their lives. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on November 25, 2011

Yvonne Orr Warner Funeral services for Yvonne Orr Warner, 89, of West Monroe, LA will be held at 2:00 PM, Friday, November 25, 2011 in the Chapel of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe. Rev. Dwight Munn will be officiating. Interment will follow at Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe, LA. Mrs. Warner was born January 16, 1922 in Coushatta, LA and passed away November 23, 2011 in West Monroe, LA. She was a retired educator who taught in Natchitoches Parish, Monroe City and Ouachita Parish School Systems. Most of her teaching career was at West Monroe Junior High School. Mrs. Warner was a member of Highland Baptist Church. She is preceded in death by her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Philip E. Orr, Sr., and her husband of thirty years, Bert Warner. She is survived by her sons, James Warner, and David Warner and wife Carolyn; granddaughters Tiffany Adams and husband Clint, Stacy Sellers and husband Billy, and Robin Warner; great-grandchildren Kylie Sellers and Addison Adams; brother Philip E. Orr, Jr. and wife Gerri; sister Billie Sue Orr; and niece Cynthia Rollow. Pallbearers will be Stephen Foster, Ron Powell, Scott Kadar, Toby Truex, and Billy Sellers. Visitation will be Friday from 12:00 PM until 2:00 PM at Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe. The family would like to thank the staff of StoneyBrook for many years of love and care. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Published in The News Star on November 25, 2011

Savill S. Allen, 85 COLUMBIA -- Savill S. Allen, a truck driver died Nov. 14. Services are 10 a.m. Saturday at St. Paul Baptist Church. Visitation is 9 a.m. Saturday until time of service at the church. Burial will be in the church cemetery under direction of Riser Funeral Home.

Alice Bass, 33 ST. JOSEPH -- Alice Bass, a homemeaker, died Wednesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Beckwith Golden Gate Funeral Home, Tallulah.

Edna Higgerson, 79 WISNER -- Edna Higgerson, a homemaker, died Wednesday. Services are 10 a.m. Saturday at Wisner First Baptist Church. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Friday at Gill First National Funeral Home. Burial will be in Oakley Cemetery.

Mike Hutto. 57 WINNSBORO -- Mike Hutto, a commercial painter, died Wednesday. Services are 2 p.m. Sunday at Gill First National Funeral Home. Visitation is 5-8 pm Saturday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Oak Grove Cemetery.

Archie L. Jenkins, 50 Archie L. Jenkins of Monroe died Nov. 14. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at New Bright Star Baptist Church, Wilson Street, Monroe. Visitation is 1-6 p.m. Friday at Smith Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens.

Ernest Lee Jones, 61 RUSTON -- Ernest Lee Jones, a wood products company laborer, died Friday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at the New Prosperity Baptist Church. Family hour is 6-7 p.m. Friday at King's Funeral Home. Burial will be in the New Prosperity Cemetery.

Lannie Oliver, 62 CHICAGO, Ill. -- Lannie Oliver died Saturday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at New Light Baptist Church, Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens under the direction of Richardson and Sims Funeral Home, Winnsboro.

Myra J. Patton, 81 RUSTON -- Myra J. Patton of Ruston, a retired educator, died Sunday. Services are 2:30 p.m. Saturday at the Harmony Baptist Church, Arcadia. Visitation is 2-7 p.m. Friday at King's Funeral Home. Burial will be in the Harmony Cemetery, Arcadia.

Mary Reynolds, 90 ATLANTA, Texas -- Mary Evelyn Knight Reynolds died Wednesday. Services are 10 a.m. Saturday at Golden Funeral Home, Bastrop. Visitation is 6-8 p.m. Friday at Golden Funeral Home. Burial will be in Memorial Park Cemetery under the direction of Golden Funeral Home.

Tommie Robinson, 74 BASTROP -- Tommie Sue Robinson, a homemaker, died Tuesday. Memorial services are 2 p.m. Saturday at Cox Funeral Home.

Dorothy Stokes, 81 HOLLY RIDGE -- Dorothy Sistrunk Stokes, a retired nurse with Ball and Ellington Clinic, died Wednesday. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at Shady Grove Church of God. Visitation is 4:30-9 p.m. Friday at Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Rayville. Burial will be in the McKnight Cemetery.

Antoine Turner, 25 Antoine Turner of Monroe, a student, died Monday. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at Liberty Christian Center, Monroe. Visitation is 1-6 p.m. Friday at Smith Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens, Richwood.

Yvonne Warner, 89 Yvonne Orr Warner of West Monroe, a retired educator, died Wednesday. Services are 2 p.m. Friday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Visitation is noon to 2 p.m. Friday. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery.

Alberta Wilson, 94 Alberta Wilson of Monroe, a homemaker, died Nov. 17. Services are noon Saturday at Mount Olivet Baptist Church, Monroe. Visitation is 1-6 p.m. Friday at Richardson Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED Barnes, Louise: 10 a.m. Saturday, Miller Funeral Home, Monroe. Beal, Sherri Marie: 2 p.m. Friday, Edmonds Funeral Home, Jonesboro. Chipp, Hattie: 11 a.m. Saturday, Mount Olive Baptist Church, Couchwood. Colquitt, Bobie: 2 p.m. Sunday, Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville. Dortch, Monique W.: 2 p.m. Friday, Riser Funeral Home, Columbia. Griffith, Laverne Carlton: 11 a.m. Saturday, Fellowship Baptist Church, Fellowship. Hill, Derrick "Bull": 11 a.m. Saturday, China Grove Baptist Church. Huff, James "Bud" Curtis: 10 a.m. Friday, Young's Funeral Home, Jonesville. Ingram, Jeanetta: 2 p.m. Friday, Mulhearn Funeral Home, Winnsboro. Jackson, Joe: 1 p.m. Friday, Evergreen No. 2 Church, Bastrop. Jenkins, Archie L.: 2 p.m. Saturday, New Bright Star Baptist Church, Wilson Street, Monroe. Jenkins, Shirley: 1 p.m. Saturday, New Jerusalem No. 2 Church, Bastrop. Knight, Clara: 1 p.m. Saturday, St. John Missionary Baptist Church, Tallulah. Lee, Carolyn York: 11 a.m. Saturday, Rose of Sharon Baptist Church, Monroe. Massey, Effie D.: 2 p.m. Friday, Lighthouse Pentecostal Church. McCarty, Terry Lee: 10 a.m. Friday, Griffin Funeral Home, West Monroe. Moore, Kenney "Lane": noon Saturday, Mount Zion Baptist Church, Rayville. Osborne, Thomas H.: 12:30 p.m. Friday, Pine Grove South Cemetery. Randle, Robert: 1 p.m. Friday, St. Paul Church of God in Christ, Bastrop. Roberts, Synthia: 11 a.m. Friday, Green Grove Baptist Church, Bonita. Robinson, Emma: 11 a.m. Saturday, Life in the Word Church, (old Lone Wa), Harvester Drive, Monroe. Seay, Willie Bea: 11 a.m. Saturday, Galilee Baptist Church, Start.

November 26, 2011 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

Mary Nastasi Boyle Funeral services for Mary Nastasi Boyle, 88, of Monroe, will be held at 10:00 AM Saturday, November 26, 2011, at Jesus the Good Shepherd Catholic Church with Rev. Matthew Long officiating. Interment will follow at St. Matthew Catholic Mausoleum under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Mrs. Boyle passed away Friday, November 25, 2011. She was a founding member of Jesus the Good Shepherd Catholic Church, a member of the American Business Women's Association, and the Catholic Daughters of America. Mrs. Boyle worked at the family business, Monroe Candy and Tobacco Company, and retired from Pelican State Wholesale. Mrs. Boyle was preceded in death by her husband, Willard Francis Boyle; sister, Phyllis Nastasi Black; and nephews, Mark Black and Mike Nastasi. Survivors include brother, Joe Nastasi; cousin, Bernadine Cameron and husband John; nephews, Downey Black and wife Deanne, Eric Black and wife Hilda, Joe Nastasi, Jr. and wife Donna, Jim Nastasi, John Daryl Cameron and wife Cindy, and Vincent Cameron and wife Kalon; nieces, Stasi Brigmon, GeGe Roulaine-Fudickar and husband Bob, and Rose Nastasi; many great nephews and nieces and great-great nephews and nieces; and many, many friends. Pallbearers will be Downey Black, Eric Black, Stephen Black, Michael Black, Jim Nastasi, and Joe Nastasi, Jr. Honorary pallbearers will be John Cameron, John Daryl Cameron, and Mitchell Miletello. Visitation will be Saturday from 9:00 AM until service time at Jesus the Good Shepherd Catholic Church. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Meals on Wheels. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Rd., Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on November 26, 2011

Oliver E. Moore, Jr. Funeral Services for Mr. Oliver E. Moore, Jr., 87, of West Monroe, LA will be 3:00 PM Sunday, November 27, 2011 in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe with Rev. Danny Hawthorne and Gary Richardson officiating. Interment will follow at New Chapel Hill Baptist Church Cemetery. Mr. Moore died on November 23, 2011 comfortably at his home in West Monroe after an extended illness. He was a member of First Baptist Church. Mr. Moore was a Fire Controlman, First Class T. Gunner with the United States Navy during WWII. He was an avid duck hunter and bass fisherman. Mr. Moore was manager of Paramount Theater in Monroe and in 1954 went to work for his father in law at Frost Trailer Company where he became co-owner and manager until his retirement. Mr. Moore was preceded in death by his wife of 54 years Mary Lee Frost Moore. Survivors include: daughter, Linda Moore Richardson and husband Gary; son, Oliver E. "Skip" Moore and wife Nancy; grandchildren, Sydney Richardson Zumbrun, Matt Richardson, Olivia Moore, Laura Beth Moore, Jay Bailes, and Emily Bailes Walter. Pallbearers will be Robert Ballard, Jay Bailes, Matt Richardson, Frank Rose, and Michael Rose. Honorary Pallbearers will be Don Ballard, James Frost, Hodge Garrett, and J.R. Hood. Visitation will be from 1:00 PM until 3:00 PM Sunday, November 27, 2001 at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Memorials may be made to The Gideon's International or the American Cancer Society . The family would like to extend a special thanks to Family Life Home Health, Marcie Stephenson, RN, First Choice Hospice, Dr. Frank Weinholt, Dr. Mark Dollar, caregivers, Shirley Brown, Sandra Buchan, and special longtime care giver, Clara Elmore for their devoted service. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on November 26, 2011

Rip Dhu Pipes, Captain Retired, United States Army Funeral Services with Military Honors for Mr. Rip Dhu Pipes, 94, of West Monroe, LA will be 1:00 PM Sunday, November 27, 2011 at the Mulhearn Memorial Park Mausoleum Chapel, Monroe with Rev. Michi Head officiating. Entombment will follow at Mulhearn Memorial Park Mausoleum Cemetery. Rip Dhu Pipes was born May 30, 1917 to the union of J.R. and Maggie Boddie Pipes in Choudrant, LA and died on November 24, 2011 in West Monroe, La. He was preceded in death by two sisters, Fairy McDuffie and Lois Vernon; four brothers, Buck, Chick, John and Jim Pipes. Rip served in the Army National Guard from the age of 13 until he was 60 years old. He also served with the Ruston National guard 204th Division. He was responsible in forming the 528th Engineer National Guard of West Monroe. Rip graduated from Choudrant High School and attended Louisiana Tech University. After retiring from the service, he formed and ran several businesses in the Ouachita Parish area. He is survived by wife, Alice M. Evans Pipes; son, John "Johnny" Pipes and wife Janie; step-son, Ronnie Ray Evans and wife Karen; five grandchildren, Shane Pipes, Charlie Lance Pipes, Paige Willis, Britt Evans and wife Lane, Amanda Quebedeaux and husband Mike; and six great-grandchildren. Visitation will be from 11:30 AM until 1:00 PM Sunday, November 27, 2011 at Mulhearn Memorial Park Mausoleum Chapel, Monroe. Memorials may be made to McGuire United Methodist Church Building Fund, Alzheimer's Foundation or the Northeast Louisiana War Veterans Home. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on November 26, 2011

Mae A. Sansone Funeral services for Mae A. Sansone, 83, of Monroe, will be held at 2:00 PM Saturday, November 26, 2011, in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe with Rev. Job Edathinatt officiating. Interment will follow at Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery. Mae Ferne Albritton Sansone was born April 29, 1928 in Crystal Springs, MS to William Otis and Lona Mae Chapman Albritton, now deceased. Both born in MS. She passed away Thursday, November 24, 2011. As a child she lived in Monticello, LA and graduated from Monticello High School. She moved to Lake Providence, LA and worked as a telephone operator for South Central Bell and retired in Monroe on November 1983. Mrs. Sansone moved to Swartz in 1973 when the Lake Providence telephone office closed and later to Monroe after her husband's death. Mrs. Sansone was a member of St. Lawrence Catholic Church, Swartz, LA, Telephone Pioneers and Catholic Daughters of the Americas. She was a former member with Ouachita Council on Aging, Western Pride, former volunteer with RSVP and a former Pink Lady with St. Francis Hospital Auxiliary. Mrs. Sansone was preceded in death by her husband, Joseph A. (Joe) Sansone, Jr.; brothers and sisters, Robert Lewis and Gerald Albritton, Josephine Papelette, Gertrude "Peddie" Harrell, and Elizabeth Marcina Albritton; grandchild, James Gerry Sansone; and nephew, Henry Richard Dalfiume. Five children born to union - Margaret, Anthony, Vicki Lynne, Jerry, and Johnny. She lived with and was cared for by her daughter, Margaret Sansone. her granddaughter who was like her daughter, Vicki Sansone Banks, her namesake and great granddaughter, Maegan Danielle Banks and her grandson, Danny Banks to whom she was ever so grateful and whom she loved like her son. Her grandchildren - Wade, Jennifer, Reese and Hannah Banks; Kelli Gerky and Gwen Barnes. She is also survived by her children - Anthony and Cathy Sansone, Vicki Bryan, Jerry and Johnny Sansone, their spouses, children and grandchildren. She leaves her brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law - Santo and Jeanette Sansone and Rose Dalfiume and numerous nieces and nephews. Visitation will be Saturday from 1:00PM until service time at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Special thanks go to Dr. David Hebert and his wonderful staff; Doctor's Hospice, their staff and especially Joyce Boyd, Audrey Adcock, and Ken Martin, who were appreciated very much. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com THE TIME IS NOW If you are ever going to love me, Love me now, while I can know The sweet and tender feelings Which from true affection flow. Love me now While I am living. Do not wait until I'm gone And then have it chiseled in marble, Sweet words on ice-cold stone. If you have tender thoughts of me, Please tell me now. If you wait until I am sleeping, Never to awaken, There will be death between us And I won't hear you then. So, if you love me, even a little bit, Let me know it while I am living So I can treasure it. Author Unknown Mulhearn Funeral Home Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on November 26, 2011

Dorothy C. Stokes Funeral services for Dorothy C. Stokes, 82, of Holly Ridge, LA will be held at 2:00 PM, Saturday, November 26, 2011 at Shady Grove Church of God, Holly Ridge, LA with Rev. David Sistrunk officiating. Interment will follow in McKnight Cemetery, Holly Ridge, LA under the direction of Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Rayville. Dorothy was born March 14, 1929 in Delhi, LA and passed away Wednesday, November 23, 2011 in Bastrop, LA after a lengthy illness. Mrs. Dorothy was a member of Shady Grove Church of God. She worked as a nurse at the Ball and Ellington Clinic for 40 years. Mrs. Stokes is preceded in death by her husband, Louie Stokes, Sr.; parents, J.C. and Lena Sistrunk; sisters, Bernice Lowery and Lois Robinson; and her brother, Bud Sistrunk. Survivors include her children, Rebecca "Becky" Rawls and husband, David of Rayville, LA, Butch Stokes and wife, Patsy of Rayville, LA, Regena "Jeanie" Green and husband, Jack of Rayville, LA, Joey Stokes and wife, Carol of Louisville, KY, and Rene Jackson and husband, Curtis of Dunn, LA; 15-grandchildren, 14-great grandchildren, and 1-great-great grandchild; sister, Shirley Thompson and husband, Tommy of Rayville, LA; brother, Malvin Sistrunk and wife, Sharon of Farmerville, LA; and a host of nieces and nephews. Pallbearers and honorary pallbearers will be her grandsons, Jamie Rawls, Richard Benavides, Trey Stokes, Trent Livingston, Chris McElroy, Todd Stokes, Jake Jackson, and Robbie Wilson. The family would like to thank Hospice Family Alliance for the care they provided. Visitation will be held from 1:00 PM until 2:00 PM, Saturday at Shady Grove Church of God, Holly Ridge, LA. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to the McKnight Cemetery, 80 David Rawls, 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 November 26, 2011

Regina K. Jordan Taylor Funeral services for Regina K. Jordan Taylor, 48, of West Monroe, will be held 2:00 PM Sunday, November 27, 2011 at the Pentecostals of the Twin Cities, West Monroe. Pastor Emeritus Fred Foster, Pastor Mark Foster, and Brother Brad Ellerbe will be officiating. Interment will follow at Kilpatrick's Serenity Gardens under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe. Regina was born February 26, 1963 in Monroe, LA and passed away November 23, 2011. She loved her family very much, loved her co-workers, and loved the people for whom she nursed. Regina also loved the outdoors. A great cook, she was known as 'Mama Gina' to all and her door was always open to anyone. She was preceded in death by her mother Annie Ruth Duffy and daughter Kristen Kay Taylor. She is survived by daughter Nichole Taylor and spouse Josh; sons Brandon Taylor, and Austin Taylor and spouse Whitney; sisters Pam Ellerbee and spouse Darrell, and Renee Jordan and her children; brothers Frankie Jordan, David Jordan and spouse Jeanette, and Michael Jordan and spouse Cindy; granddaughters Addyson Turner and Lillian Taylor; grandson Brodie Taylor; numerous nieces; nephews; great nieces; and great nephews. Pallbearers are Sam Bamburg, Carl Miles, Brad Ellerbe, William Jordan, Jared Ehrlich, John Micheal Taylor, and Michael Shane Jordan. Visitation will be 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM, Saturday, November 26, 2011 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 November 26, 2011

Alma Jeanette Wood Graveside funeral services for Alma Jeanette Wood, a homemaker, will be held at 2:00 PM, Sunday, November 27, 2011 at the Jonesboro Cemetery in Jonesboro, LA with Dr. Charles Wesley officiating. Visitation will be held from 10:00 AM until service time at Edmonds Funeral Home in Jonesboro. Mrs. Wood was born on February 1, 1942 and passed away on November 24, 2011. She was 69. Mrs. Wood was a lifelong resident of Jonesboro and a member of First Baptist Church. She was also an avid volunteer for the American Cancer Society. She was survived by one daughter, Catherine Annette Wood of Texarkana, TX., one son, Charles Asher Wood, IV of Los Angeles, CA and one sister, Glenda Standley and husband Kenneth of Jonesboro, LA. Mrs. Wood was preceded in death by her husband, Dr. Charles Asher Wood, III, her parents R. B. and Pearline Robinson and her other sister, JoAnn Watts. Edmonds Funeral Home Jonesboro, LA Published in The News Star on November 26, 2011

Mary Nastasi Boyle, 88 Mary Nastasi Boyle of Monroe, retired sales representative, died Friday. Services are 10 a.m. Saturday at Jesus the Good Shepherd Catholic Church. Visitation is 9-10 a.m. Saturday at the church. Burial will be at St. Matthew Catholic Mausoleum under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Monroe.

Ruth C. Berry Ezell, 91 PIONEER — Ruth C. Berry Ezell, a homemaker, died Friday. Services are 1 p.m. Sunday at Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Rayville. Visitation is 6-8 p.m. Saturday at the funeral home. Burial will be at McKnight Cemetery, Holly Ridge.

Grace R. Farmer, 83 Grace Roy Farmer of West Monroe, a retired sales clerk, died Tuesday. Graveside services are 2 p.m. Saturday at Roselawn Memorial Gardens Cemetery, Calhoun. Visitation is 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Billy Hammers Sr., 60 VIDALIA — Billy Gene Hammers Sr., retired from Vidalia Police Department who served as chief of police with 29 years of service, died Wednesday. Services are 10:30 a.m. Monday at Young's Funeral Home. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home. Burial will be at Natchez National Cemetery.

Ora King, 68 DELHI — Ora King, a homemaker, died Thursday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Funerals by McFarland of Delhi.

Mae A. Sansone, 83 Mae A. Sansone of Monroe, a retired telephone operator, died Thursday. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Monroe. Visitation is 1 p.m. until service time at the funeral home, Monroe. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery.

Claude C. Stone Jr., 87 Claude C. Stone, Jr. of West Monroe died Wednesday. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at Mount Vernon Baptist Church, West Monroe. Burial will be in the church cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Beverly Smith, 71 Beverly Causey Smith of West Monroe died Tuesday. Services are 10 a.m. Saturday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery, Monroe.

Issac M. Watson, 72 TALLULAH — Issac Morris Watson, a retired quality control welding inspector, died Wednesday. Services are 10 a.m. Saturday at Crothers-Glenwood Funeral Home. Burial will be in Memorial Park Cemetery.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED Barnes, Louise: 10 a.m. Saturday, Miller Funeral Home, Monroe. Chipp, Hattie: 11 a.m. Saturday, Mount Olive Baptist Church, Couchwood. Colquitt, Bobie: 2 p.m. Sunday, Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville. Griffith, Laverne Carlton: 11 a.m. Saturday, Fellowship Baptist Church, Fellowship. Hill, Derrick "Bull": 11 a.m. Saturday, China Grove Baptist Church. Allen, Savil S.: 10 a.m. Saturday, St. Paul Baptist Church, Columbia. Higgerson, Edna: 10 a.m. Saturday, Wiser Baptist Church, Wisner. Hutto, Mike: 2 p.m. Sunday, Gill First National Funeral Home, Winnsboro. Jenkins, Archie L.: 2 p.m. Saturday, New Bright Star Baptist Church, Wilson Street, Monroe. Jenkins, Shirley: 1 p.m. Saturday, New Jerusalem No. 2 Church, Bastrop. Jones, Ernest Lee: 11 a.m. Saturday, 6-7 p.m., New Prosperity Baptist Church, Ruston. Knight, Clara: 1 p.m. Saturday, St. John Missionary Baptist Church, Tallulah. Lee, Carolyn York: 11 a.m. Saturday, Rose of Sharon Baptist Church, Monroe. Moore, Kenney "Lane": noon Saturday, Mount Zion Baptist Church, Rayville. Oliver, Lannie: 11 a.m. Saturday, New Light Baptist Church, Monroe. Patton, Myra J.: 2:30 p.m. Saturday, Harmony Baptist Church, Arcadia. Reynolds, Mary: 10 a.m. Saturday, Golden Funeral Home, Bastrop. Seay, Willie Bea: 11 a.m. Saturday, Galilee Baptist Church, Start. Stokes, Dorothy: 2 p.m. Saturday, Shady Grove Baptist Church. Roberts, Synthia: 11 a.m. Friday, Green Grove Baptist Church, Bonita. Robinson, Emma: 11 a.m. Saturday, Life in the Word Church, (old Lone Wa), Harvester Drive, Monroe. Turner, Antoine: 2 p.m. Saturday, Liberty Christian Center, Monroe.

November 27, 2011 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

Charles A. Calcote Funeral services for Mr. Charles A. Calcote, 79, of Farmerville, LA, will be held Monday, November 28, 2011 at 10:00 AM at Kilpatrick Funeral Home Chapel in Farmerville. Visitation will be at 9:00 AM to service time. Graveside service will be at 2:00 PM at Lynn Cemetery in Archibald, LA, under direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home. Charles was born on March 27, 1932 in Catchings, MS., and passed away on November 25, 2011 in Farmerville, LA. He was raised in Epps, LA, and was a past assistant county agent in Union Parish and a retired agriculture teacher from Downsville High School and also served on the Union Parish School Board. He attended Louisiana State University and graduated from Northeast Louisiana University. He received his master's degree and plus thirty from Louisiana Tech University. Survivors include his wife of 56 years, Mary Frances Hanson Calcote of Farmerville, Louisiana; daughters, Cheryl Robinson and husband E.B. of Shreveport, Louisiana; Donna Aulds and husband Mike of Sterlington, Louisiana, his beloved grandchildren; Jared and wife Rachel Aulds, Dee Anne Aulds, and Fran, Holly, and Anna Robinson; newborn great grandson, Reed Michael Aulds; sister, Nell Simpson of Delhi, Louisiana and brother, Vernon Calcote and wife Billie Sue of Hot Springs Village, Arkansas. Memorials may be made to First Baptist Church of Farmerville at 400 North Main Street, Farmerville, Louisiana 71241 or to the Louisiana Baptist Children's Home at P.O. Box 4196, Monroe, LA. 71211. The family expresses special appreciation to Mrs. Ethel Wilkes and the staff at Arbor Lake Nursing Home, Agape Hospice Care, and the unwavering support of family, special Terral Island Road neighbors, and friends during Charles' illness. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com. Kilpatrick Funeral Home Farmerville, LA Published in The News Star on November 27, 2011

James D. Antley, 98 POINT — James D. Antley, a retired heavy equipment operator with T.L. James and Local 406, died Friday. Graveside services are 2 p.m. Monday at Acree Cemetery. Visitation is 4-6 p.m. Sunday at Farrar Funeral Home, Farmerville.

Miriam Bennett, 83 SPEARSVILLE — Miriam "Bobbie" Bennett, a retired secretary, died Saturday. Arrangements are incomplete under direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Farmerville.

Terry Lee Day, 43 Terry Lee Day of Sterlington, a contract welder, died Friday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Farrar Funeral Home, Farmerville.

Russel Fleeman, 93 Russel Fleeman of Monroe, a businessman, died Saturday. Services are 2 p.m. Tuesday at Feazel Chapel of the First Baptist Church of West Monroe. Visitation is noon until time of service at the chapel. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Monroe.

Carlie Ray Folden, 78 WINNFIELD — Carlie Ray Folden, retired from the Winnfield Water Department, died Friday. Services are 11 a.m. Monday at Southern Funeral Home. Visitation is 5-9 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Corinth Cemetery.

Betty Henderson, 59 Betty Henderson of West Monroe, a homemaker, died Saturday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Oliver E. Moore Jr., 87 Oliver E. Moore Jr. of West Monroe died Wednesday. Services are 3 p.m. Sunday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Visitation is 1 p.m. Sunday until time of services at the funeral home. Burial will be in New Chapel Hill Baptist Church Cemetery, West Monroe.

Ben H. Nordan, 93 Ben H. Nordan of West Monroe, a Tennessee Gas shift foreman, died Friday. Services are 10 a.m. Tuesday at The Pentecostals of the Twin Cities. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Monday at the church. Burial will be in Roselawn Memorial Gardens, Calhoun, under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Rip Dhu Pipes, 87 Rip Dhu Pipes of West Monroe, a retired Army captain, died Thurday. Services are 1 p.m. Sunday at Mulhearn Memorial Park Mausoleum Chapel, Monroe. Visitation is 11:30 a.m. Sunday until time of service at the chapel. Burial will be in the mausoleum under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Ben Powell, 73 JENNINGS — Ben Powell, formerly of Monroe, retired from Poly Corr, Inc., died Saturday. Services are 10 a.m., Tuesday in the First Baptist Church, Hamburg, Ark. Visitation is 6-8 p.m., Monday at ones-Hartshorn Funeral Home, Hamburg. Burial will be in the Mount Pleasant Cemetery.

Alan D. Woods, 82 FARMERVILLE — Alan D. Woods, retired from B.C. Telephone, died Saturday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Farrar Funeral Home.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED Colquitt, Bobie: 2 p.m. Sunday, Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville. Ezell, Ruth C. Berry: 1 p.m. Sunday, Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Rayville. Hammers, Billy Gene Sr.: 10:30 a.m. Monday, Young's Funeral Home, Vidalia. Hutto, Mike: 2 p.m. Sunday, Gill First National Funeral Home, Winnsboro.

November 28, 2011 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

Miriam Eugenia (Bobbie) Bennett Miriam Eugenia (Bobbie) Bennett died peacefully in her sleep Saturday, November 26, 2011, at the age of 83. Mrs. Bennett was born to the union of Reason Waymond and Henrietta Burnside Rhodes on October 27, 1928, in El Dorado, Arkansas, and was a resident of Spearsville, Louisiana for most of her life. A graduate of Louisiana Tech University, she worked as a secretary at Lion Oil and Murphy Oil Corporations in El Dorado for many years. On January 6, 1948, she married Ralph Bennett, a union which lasted until he passed away in 2004. Mrs. Bennett was preceded in death by her parents; her husband; infant son, Bruce Bennett; an infant daughter, Henrietta Bennett; an infant great-granddaughter, Destiny Millien; her brothers Joe, Edward (Sonny) Wayne, and Virgil Rhodes; her sisters Mabel Welch, Agnes Holloway, Blanche Rockett, and Sue Bennett. Loving family members who are left to cherish memories of her wit and wisdom include her daughters, Claire Post and husband Randy, and Angela Futch and husband Tommy; grandchildren, Ashley Dison and husband Mark, Miranda Johnson and husband Ray, Justin Post, and wife Julie, Garrett and Noelle Futch; great-grandchildren, Chase, Caleb, Clay, and Layla Millien, Crystal Kennedy and husband Heath, Cole Dison, Ethan, Ruth, Mattea, and Ezekiel Johnson, Keenan and Haven Post, and Farrah Futch. Also surviving Mrs. Bennett are her beloved sister and brother-in-law, Lynette and Clyde Barron; her husband's brothers and their wives, Billy and Frances Bennett and Frankie and Erma Bennett; her sisters-in-law Mary Gene Rhodes, Floy Wade, and Ima Jean Bennett, and a multitude of nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends. Visitation will be held at Antioch Church of Christ on Monday, November 28, 2011, from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM. Funeral services will be at 2:00 PM, Tuesday, November 29, at Antioch, with burial to follow in the church cemetery. Officiating will be Tommy Bennett and Scott Gage, and the services will be under direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home in Farmerville. Pallbearers will be her nephews, Scott and Joe Barron; David, Paul, and Van Bennett; and Thomas Wade. Honorary pallbearers will be Clyde Barron, Lee Barron, Kent Bennett, Ed Rhodes, Buddy Rhodes, and Jerry Rockett. Memorials may be made to the Berean Family Home. Mrs. Bennett will be remembered for her fierce loyalty to her family, her brothers and sisters in Christ, and for her impeccable moral and spiritual beliefs, as well as her dignity and grace. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com. Kilpatrick Funeral Home Farmerville, LA Published in The News Star on November 28, 2011

Terry Lee Day Funeral services for Mr. Terry Lee Day, 43, of Sterlington will be 2:00 PM, Tuesday, November 29th at Paron Baptist Church, Sterlington with Bro. Terry Ganey officiating. Burial will be in Liberty Cemetery near Linville. Arrangements are under the direction of Farrar Funeral Home. Mr. Day, a welder, passed away November 25, 2011. He was preceded in death by his mother, Billie Faye Day and Brent's mother, Shannon Day. Left to cherish his memory are his father, Lee Roy Day and stepmother, Mary Lou Day of Sterlington; 1 son, Brent Day of Sterlington; 1 sister, Tammy Sue Day of Sterlington; special friend, Angela McCallum of Monroe; 2 stepsisters; 2 stepbrothers; several nieces, nephews, cousins and many friends. Pallbearers are Jimmy Fitch, Danny Thomas, Tim Smith, Jerry Bass, Johnny White, and Blaine Franklin. Honorary pallbearers are Johnny Day, Eddie Evans and Barry Gray. Visitation will be 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM, Monday at Paron Baptist Church in Sterlington. Online messages for the family may be left at farrarfh.com. Farrar Funeral Home Farmerville, LA Published in The News Star on November 28, 2011

Betty Jean Copeland Crawford Henderson Funeral Services for Mrs. Betty Jean Copeland Crawford Henderson, 59, of Monroe, LA will be 2:00 PM Tuesday, November 29, 2011 in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe with Bro. Don DeLukie officiating. Interment will follow at Riverview Cemetery, Monroe. Mrs. Henderson was born February 8, 1952 and passed away on November 26, 2011 in Monroe, LA. She was a member of the Jackson Street Church of Christ. She is preceded in death by her husband, Thomas Henderson; parents, James Copeland and Vivian Kinison; and sister, Brenda Kinison. She is survived by her daughters, Tanya Crawford, Regina Crawford, Christi Delrio and husband Daniel, and Brenda "Stevie" Copeland; grandchildren, Thomas Younse, Jonathan Worley, Haley Parrott, Samuel Parrott, Kristen Delrio, Danny Delrio, Kelsey Delrio, and Mikayla Holland; two great-grandchildren; sisters, Judy Copeland and Peggy Knox and husband Randy; brothers, Jerry Copeland and wife Mary, and James Howard Copeland; step-father, Leroy Kinison; nephews, John David Copeland, Andrew Copeland, Jody Woods, Jamie Woods, Frankie Blake, and Jerry Wayne Copeland; and nieces, Tina Copeland, Alisha Welch, and Tasha Fuselier. Pallbearers will be Alvin Bradshaw, Jody Woods, Ray Kinison, Mark Kinison, Bryan Welch, and Jonathan Worley. Honorary Pallbearer will be Samuel Parrott. Visitation will be from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM Monday, November 28, 2011 at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Memorials can be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital , 262 Danny Thomas Place, Memphis, TN 38105. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on November 28, 2011

November 29, 2011 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

Edna R. Crotwell Funeral services for Edna R. Crotwell, 92, of Monroe, will be held at 10:00 AM, Wednesday, November 30, 2011, at Parkview Baptist Church with Rev. Terry Barnes officiating. Interment will follow at Lynn Cemetery in Archibald, LA under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Mrs. Crotwell died Sunday, November 27, 2011, at St. Francis Medical Center. Edna was a member of Parkview Baptist Church since 1964, where she taught third grade Sunday School for many many years. Mrs. Crotwell was a founding member of Selman Field Historical Society, now the Chennault Aviation Museum. Mrs. Crotwell received her degree in education from Northeast La. State College in 1955 and continued her education receiving her Masters in 1967. She began her career at Shady Grove Elementary teaching first graders in Room 101 for 29 years. One of those years, two of those first graders were her own children, Jim and Sharon, and she also taught two of her grandchildren, Lance and Vance. She was a member of Delta Kappa Gamma Sorority. Mrs. Crotwell was preceded in death by her husband of 48 years, James U. "Jimmy" Crotwell; son, Robert Irvin Crotwell; son-in-law, Keith Coleman; 8 brothers and sisters, Irvin, Walter, Edgar, Marshall, Alfred, Vera, Ethel, and Maudell. Survivors include her daughters, Carol Nickelson and husband John, Sharon Coleman; son, Jim Crotwell and wife Lori; sister, Dixie Roberts Moon; grandchildren, Lance Nickelson and wife Laura, Vance Nickelson and wife Jennifer, Malora Coleman, Reagan Crotwell, and Allison Crotwell; four great grandchildren, Thomas Nickelson, Katheryne Nickelson, Addison Nickelson, and Cade Nickelson; and numerous nieces and nephews. Pallbearers will be Lance Nickelson, Vance Nickelson, Thomas Nickelson, Rodney Moon, Boyce Carter, and Reagan Crotwell. Visitation will be Tuesday from 4:00 PM until 7:00 PM at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Memorials may be made to Parkview Baptist Church or the Ouachita Council on Aging. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com

James "Windy" Winderweedle Memorial services for James "Windy" Winderweedle, 63, of Rocky Branch, LA, will be held at 10:00 AM, Wednesday, November 30, 2011 in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home in West Monroe with Rev. Scott Jennings and Rev. Paul Carter officiating. Mr. Winderweedle was born on November 20, 1948 and passed away on November 28, 2011. He was retired from the United States Army after 27 years of services and worked for the United States Postal Service for 13 years. Windy was an avid hunter but duck hunting was his all-time favorite. Windy was a member of the Antioch Baptist Church. He is preceded in death by his parents James and Virginia Winderweedle and brother, Darrell Winderweedle. Survivors include his wife, Sissy Winderweedle; son, Corey Winderweedle; daughter, Jamie Winderweedle Wall and husband Nathan; granddaughter, Samantha Wall; sister, Brenda Higginbotham; and brother, Terry Winderweedle. Visitation will be from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM, Tuesday, November 29, 2011 at Mulhearn Funeral Home in West Monroe. Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society . Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on November 29, 2011

Russel Carl Fleeman Russel Carl Fleeman of Monroe, Louisiana, died in his sleep on Saturday, November 26, 2011 of complications from pneumonia. He was born on May 12, 1918 at home in the country outside Manila, Arkansas. The sixth and youngest child of Horace Mack and Ollie Burton Fleeman of Manila, Russel was preceded in death by his brothers, Fred, Charles and Eugene Fleeman, and by his sisters, Hazel Meyer and Nellie Townsend. Russel was also preceded in death by his wife, Virginia Ann Ross. Russel was an energetic businessman all of his life. His enterprising spirit was first cultivated in Manila and Blytheville, Arkansas, where as a teenager and into his early twenties, he farmed, traded crops and livestock, owned and operated produce trucks, owned a Studebaker car dealership, and bought the first of the airplanes he would own for more than fifty years. In his twenties, Russel moved to Lake Providence, Louisiana, where he continued farming as he expanded into home building, land clearing, sheep and cattle ranching, a livestock yard, and crop dusting. He also co-owned and organized the Miss Louisiana Pageant which was first held in Lake Providence. Like the pageant, Russel later moved to Monroe where he grew Fleeman Flying Service into one of the premier FBO's in the country. Beechcraft, Cessna and Piper aircraft sales, avionics, engine maintenance, parts sales, charter operations, air ambulance, fuel sales and flight training were integral operations of the company which later changed its name to Fleeman Aviation. Russel was instrumental in the formation of the aviation degree programs at Northeast Louisiana State College in Monroe and the Louisiana Polytechnic Institute in Ruston, and at one point, pilots with every major airline in the United States had trained at Fleeman Aviation in Monroe. His many investments in Monroe included an aviation insurance company and American Bank & Trust where he served on the board of directors for many years and continued to serve on the advisory board after it was purchased by Regions Bank. Russel loved life. For many years, he enjoyed hosting friends and colleagues on his houseboats. If he was not cruising on the Ouachita River, Russel was likely socializing, dining, or traveling with friends. Baptized at First Baptist Church in West Monroe, Russel also loved hosting a weekly men's prayer group at his home and sharing his faith in Christ. Russel is survived by his adopted son, Carter Mills and wife Catherine Davison Mills, his granddaughters, Martha and Virginia Grace Mills of Choudrant, Louisiana, and by his nephew, Woody Townsend and wife Nena of Manila, Arkansas. Dr. David Uth will officiate the funeral service at Feazel Chapel at First Baptist Church of West Monroe under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home. Visitation will begin in the chapel at noon on Tuesday, November 29th, and the service will follow at 2:00 p.m. Afterwards, interment will occur at the Mulhearn Park Cemetery Mausoleum in Monroe. Pallbearers will be Ronny Boyd, James Davison, Karl Kaufman, Conway Liner, Dinky Liner, John Pilgreen, Woody Townsend and Dr. Ronald Woods. Memorial donations may be made to First Baptist Church of West Monroe, 500 Pine Street, West Monroe, Louisiana 71291. Kilpatrick Funeral Home Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on November 28, 2011

Betty Jean Copeland Crawford Henderson Funeral Services for Mrs. Betty Jean Copeland Crawford Henderson, 59, of Monroe, LA will be 2:00 PM Tuesday, November 29, 2011 in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe with Bro. Don DeLukie officiating. Interment will follow at Riverview Cemetery, Monroe. Mrs. Henderson was born February 8, 1952 and passed away on November 26, 2011 in Monroe, LA. She was a member of the Jackson Street Church of Christ. She is preceded in death by her husband, Thomas Henderson; parents, James Copeland and Vivian Kinison; and sister, Brenda Kinison. She is survived by her daughters, Tanya Crawford, Regina Crawford, Christi Delrio and husband Daniel, and Brenda "Stevie" Copeland; grandchildren, Thomas Younse, Jonathan Worley, Haley Parrott, Samuel Parrott, Kristen Delrio, Danny Delrio, Kelsey Delrio, and Mikayla Holland; two great-grandchildren; sisters, Judy Copeland and Peggy Knox and husband Randy; brothers, Jerry Copeland and wife Mary, and James Howard Copeland; step-father, Leroy Kinison; nephews, John David Copeland, Andrew Copeland, Jody Woods, Jamie Woods, Frankie Blake, and Jerry Wayne Copeland; and nieces, Tina Copeland, Alisha Welch, and Tasha Fuselier. Pallbearers will be Alvin Bradshaw, Jody Woods, Ray Kinison, Mark Kinison, Bryan Welch, and Jonathan Worley. Honorary Pallbearer will be Samuel Parrott. Visitation will be from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM Monday, November 28, 2011 at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Memorials can be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital , 262 Danny Thomas Place, Memphis, TN 38105. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on November 28, 2011

Ben H. Nordan Funeral services for Ben H. Nordan, 93, of West Monroe, LA will be held at 10:00 AM, Tuesday, November 29, 2011 at The Pentecostals of the Twin Cities. Pastor Emeritus Fred Foster, Pastor Mark Foster, Reverend Jimmy Masters, and Reverend Danny Chance will be officiating. Interment will be at Roselawn Memorial Gardens in Calhoun, LA under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Mr. Nordan was born August 7, 1918 in Gilberttown, AL and passed away Friday, November 25, 2011 at his home in West Monroe. He worked for Tennessee Gas Pipeline Company for 36 years. Ben loved his church and was a member since 1943. He also loved his hunting when he was able. Mr. Nordan is preceded in death by his parents Mr. and Mrs. James Oliver Nordan; four brothers; and two sisters. Survivors include his wife Lottie Nordan; son Bobby Nordan; and brother Thurman Nordan; seven grandchildren; eight great grandchildren; two great great grandchildren; four step grandchildren; and four step great grandchildren. Visitation will be from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM Monday at The Pentecostals of the Twin Cities. Family wishes to thank Louisiana Hospice for their loving care of Mr. Nordan. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on November 28, 2011 Suzanne Elizabeth Wiggins Suzanne Elizabeth Wiggins, age 64 of Mangham, Louisiana passed away Saturday, November 26th. Suzanne was born in Rayville, LA on August 31, 1947 to Willie Tannehill and Dottie Mae Banks Newcomer. Suzanne graduated from Crowville High School. She was an exceptional seamstress, having worked at factories in Rayville, Mangham, and Winnsboro. Later she worked at the Rayville Vet Supply. Suzanne had recently retired from her day care service which she truly loved. Perhaps her greatest love was her two grandchildren. She had so much pride and joy in Lara Lynn and Kyle King. Lara with her exceptional grades in school and Kyle's ballgames which she did not miss. Suzanne was a member of the New Light Baptist Church in Mangham, LA. Suzanne is preceded in death by her father, Willie Tannehill and her son, Benjy Wiggins. Suzanne's memory is left to be cherished by her husband of 45 years, Benny Wiggins. Her daughter and best friend, Dottie Wiggins King and husband, Stuart of Rayville, LA. Mother, Dottie Mae Banks Newcomer of Crowville, LA. Sister, Gwen Biggs and husband, Jimmy of Crowville, LA. Two brothers, Doug Tannehill and Johnny Tannehill, both from Mangham, LA and two nephews, DeWayne Biggs and wife, Amy and Jason Biggs and wife, Cindy all from Crowville, LA. Special friends, Odell Whitman, Shay Nobles, Willie Mae Vaughn, and Linda Welch. Service for Suzanne will be held 2:00 p.m., Monday at New Light Baptist Church in Mangham, LA. Brother Cecil Gregory and Brother Roger Johnson will officiate the service. Interment will follow at Lone Cherry Cemetery in Mangham under the direction of Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Rayville, LA. Pallbearers will be Kyle King, James Wiggins, Jason Biggs, John Whitman, Gene Newsome, Larry Milby, Joe Boyd, and Cody Biggs. Honorary pallbearers are David Collins, Jerry Ray Collins, Michael Collins, Barry Lane Collins, Frank McGough, Dewey Honeycutt, Jackie Robinson, Donnie Ray McHenry, Eldridge "Punk" Bennett, and Steve Hendrix. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to the Suzanne Wiggins Fund at Richland State Bank in Mangham, LA. To leave condolences for the family go to brownholleyfuneralhomes.com Brown-Holley Funeral Home Rayville, LA Published in The News Star on November 28, 2011

November 30, 2011 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

Lily Grace Fields Lily Grace Fields, age 85, of Crossett, AR passed away on November 29, 2011 at Cherry Ridge Nursing Home. She was born on May 13, 1926 in Pulaski, MS to her parents, Clarence and Terry Lee Fortenberry Roland. Most of her life Mrs. Fields was a housewife and mother and later years worked as a seamstress for Hamburg Shirt Factory for 20 years. She was a member of Mt. Olive Baptist Church. Mrs. Fields was preceded in death by her parents; a sister, Ailene Hamlett and a granddaughter, Robin Cascio. Her survivors include her husband of 66 years, Edward D. Fields of Crossett, AR; One son, Dean Fields (Debby) of Crossett, AR; one daughter, Wanda Cascio (Charles) of New Iberia, LA; five grandchildren, Joey Cascio, Bryan Fields, Donna McDonald, Michelle Fortier, Crystal Fields Terrell and ten great-grandchildren. She will be dearly missed forever by her children and grandchildren, who loved her so much. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m., Thursday, December 1, 2011 at Jones Funeral Home Chapel with Bro. John Hillis officiating. Interment will follow at Rolfe Chapel Cemetery under the direction of Jones Funeral Home of Crossett, AR. (www.jonesservice.com Visitation will be held from 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m., Wednesday at the funeral home. Published in The News Star on November 30, 2011

Doris Estelle Johnston Funeral services for Doris Estelle Johnston, 93, of Shreveport, LA formerly of Rayville, LA will be held at 2:00 PM, Thursday, December 1, 2011 at the Rayville United Methodist Church, Rayville, LA with Rev. John Robert Black officiating. Interment will follow in the Rayville Masonic Cemetery under the direction of Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Rayville, LA. Doris was born March 11, 1918 in Rayville, LA to Frank and Gertrude Nubles Dixon and passed away Sunday, November 27, 2011 in Shreveport, LA. Mrs. Johnston was preceded in death by her husband, Foster Johnston; son, Billy Foster Johnston; parents, Frank and Gertrude Dixon; and sister, Edith Boyd Scott. Survivors include her daughter, Lauren Johnston of Bossier City, LA; granddaughter, Amanda Hansford Cage of Phoenix, AZ; niece, Penny Hammons and husband, Doyle of Rayville, LA; nephew, Dixon Boyd and wife, Shelby of Bastrop, LA; niece, Jennifer Boyd of Rayville, LA; and nephew, Will Edward Jones and wife, Phyllis of Rayville, LA; and numerous great nieces and nephews. Pallbearers are Doyle Hammons, Dixon Boyd, Bill Carr, Aubrey Sayes, Whit McKinley and Matthew McKinley. Visitation will be 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM, Wednesday, November 30, 2011 at Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Rayville, LA. To leave condolences for the family go to brownholleyfuneralhomes.com Brown-Holley Funeral Home Rayville, LA Published in The News Star on November 30, 2011

Bernard Thomas "B.T." Kaylor Funeral services for Bernard Thomas "B.T." Kaylor, 88, of Monroe, will be held at 2:00 PM Thursday, December 1, 2011, at First Baptist Church of Monroe with Rev. Craig West officiating. Interment will follow at Mulhearn Memorial Park Mausoleum under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Mr. Kaylor died Monday, November 28, 2011, at St. Francis Medical Center. He was a member of First Baptist Church of Monroe, where he taught the Woodruff Sunday School Class, a member of Rotary, the High Twelve Club, and the Grand Lodge of Louisiana F&AM LA #102. Mr. Kaylor was a CPA and taught Accounting at NLU. He retired from the U. S. Army serving during WWII. Mr. Kaylor was preceded in death by his wife, Jean Kaylor. Survivors include his two daughters, Kay Ann Garrett and husband John, and Kerry Sue Nichols and husband Rodney; grandchildren, Tommy Garrett and wife Felicia, Jeremy Garrett and wife Jasmin, Corey Barnhill, Jamie Nichols, and Kelly Nichols; great grandchildren, John Thomas, Chandler, and Jayce Garrett, and Sadie, Jessy, Emily, and Addison Hudnall. Pallbearers will be John Garrett, Rodney Nichols, Tommy Garrett, Jamie Nichols, Steve Whipple, and John Thomas Garrett. Visitation will be Wednesday from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe, and Thursday from 1:00 PM until 2:00 PM at First Baptist Church of Monroe. Memorials may be made to First Baptist Church of Monroe. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on November 30, 2011

Mary Elizabeth Holloway Newcomer Mary Elizabeth Holloway Newcomer, 84, of Monroe, LA, went to be with her Lord and Savior Friday, November 25, 2011. Mary was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother. Anyone who knew Mary knew her love for God, family and friends. She devoted much of her time and energy to her church and the well being of her family after retiring with over 30 years of service from South Central Bell telephone company. She spent most of her life in Monroe and West Monroe, Louisiana and moved to Newport News, Virginia in 2008 to live with her son and family. She was a long time member of Lea Joyner Memorial Methodist Church in Monroe, LA and of St. Andrews Episcopal Church in Newport News, VA. Mary was loved by all who knew her. Mary was born to the late Philmore Holloway and Nancy McManus Holloway on February 16, 1927 in Harrisonburg, LA. She was preceded in death by her husband, Robert Eugene Newcomer Sr. and nine siblings. Left to cherish her memory are her son, Scott Alan Mounger and wife, Monica; three grandsons, Kyle, Michal and Evan Mounger; three great grandchildren, Carson, Brody and Kylie Mounger, three step-sons, Bradley Newcomer and wife Anita, Bruce Newcomer and wife Jan, and Robert E. Newcomer Jr. and wife Cyndy; two step-grandchildren, Tracey and Robert Newcomer; a step-grandson, Austin; many nieces and nephews; and three long haired miniature dachshunds, Maxwell, Sophia and Avigail. The family will receive visitors from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM Wednesday, November 30, 2011, at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. The funeral service will be held at 10:00 AM Thursday, December 1, 2011, at the Lea Joyner Memorial United Methodist Church, Monroe, LA with Rev. Joe Solomon and Rev. Larry Odell officiating. Interment will follow at Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery under the direction of 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 November 30, 2011

Mary Elizabeth Holloway Newcomer Mary Elizabeth Holloway Newcomer, 84, of Monroe, LA, went to be with her Lord and Savior Friday, November 25, 2011. Mary was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother. Anyone who knew Mary knew her love for God, family and friends. She devoted much of her time and energy to her church and the well being of her family after retiring with over 30 years of service from South Central Bell telephone company. She spent most of her life in Monroe and West Monroe, Louisiana and moved to Newport News, Virginia in 2008 to live with her son and family. She was a long time member of Lea Joyner Memorial Methodist Church in Monroe, LA and of St. Andrews Episcopal Church in Newport News, VA. Mary was loved by all who knew her. Mary was born to the late Philmore Holloway and Nancy McManus Holloway on February 16, 1927 in Harrisonburg, LA. She was preceded in death by her husband, Robert Eugene Newcomer Sr. and nine siblings. Left to cherish her memory are her son, Scott Alan Mounger and wife, Monica; three grandsons, Kyle, Michal and Evan Mounger; three great grandchildren, Carson, Brody and Kylie Mounger, three step-sons, Bradley Newcomer and wife Anita, Bruce Newcomer and wife Jan, and Robert E. Newcomer Jr. and wife Cyndy; two step-grandchildren, Tracey and Robert Newcomer; a step-grandson, Austin; many nieces and nephews; and three long haired miniature dachshunds, Maxwell, Sophia and Avigail. The family will receive visitors from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM Wednesday, November 30, 2011, at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. The funeral service will be held at 10:00 AM Thursday, December 1, 2011, at the Lea Joyner Memorial United Methodist Church, Monroe, LA with Rev. Joe Solomon and Rev. Larry Odell officiating. Interment will follow at Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery under the direction of 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 November 30, 2011

Anita S. Alexander, 52 OAK GROVE — Anita Suzette "Susie" Alexander, a packing clerk, died Monday. Memorial services are 11 a.m. Friday at Brown-Holley Funeral Home. Visitation is 10-11 a.m. Friday at the funeral home.

Horace R. Brownell, 88 DELHI — Horace Ray Brownell, a retired farmer, died Monday. Serivces are 10 a.m. Friday at Cox Funeral Home. Burial will be in Faith Memorial Park Cemetery.

Huey Coleman Jr., 63 Huey Coleman Jr. of Monroe, a truck driver, died Thursday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Hester's Central State Funeral Home, Monroe. Visitation is 1-6 p.m. Friday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Magnolia Cemetery, Monroe.

Edna R. Crotwell, 92 Edna R. Crotwell of Monroe, a retired teacher, died Sunday. Services are 10 a.m. Wednesday at Parkview Baptist Church, Monroe. Burial will be in Lynn Cemetery, Archibald, under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Monroe.

Pairlee J. Elliott, 79 Pairlee Johnson Elliot of Monroe, a retired therapist, died Friday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at New Covenant Christian Center, Monroe. Visitation is 1-6 p.m. Friday at Miller Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens.

Terriel Hill Jr., 54 LAKE PROVIDENCE — Terriel Hill Jr., a laborer, died Wednesday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at Mount Wade Baptist Church, Epps. Visitation is 1-6 p.m. Friday at Hester's Central State Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in the church cemetery.

Rae Lee, 77 Rae Lee of Monroe, formerly of Farmerville, a Georgia Pacific scale operator, died Monday. Graveside services are 11 a.m. Thursday at Loch Arbor Cemetery, Swartz. Visitation is 5-7 p.m. Wednesday at Albritton-Carter Post 5442, Farmerville, under the direction of Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Oak Grove.

Charlie L. Nelson, 86 Charlie Lee Nelson of Monroe, a laborer, died Sunday. Services are 3 p.m. Saturday at Miller Funeral Home, Monroe. Visitation is 1-6 p.m. Friday at the funeral home. Burial will be in St. Clair Baptist Church Cemetery.

Robert C. Patrick, 59 BATON ROUGE — Robert Carr Patrick, formerly of Lake Providence, died Monday. Services are 2 p.m. Thursday at First United Methodist Church, Lake Providence. Visitation is 1 p.m. Thursday until time of service. Burial will be in Providence Memorial Cemetery under the direction of Cox Funeral Home, Lake Providence.

Sybil I. Robinson, 89 BASTROP — Sybil Irene Hale Robinson, a bookkeeper, died Monday. Services are 11 a.m. Wednesday at Cox Funeral Home. Visitation is 10 a.m. Wednesday until service time. Burial will be private for family at Memorial Park Cemetery.

William T. Rogers, 73 BASTROP — William Thomas "Tommy" Rogers, retired employee of International Paper Co., died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Cox Funeral Home.

James Winderweedle, 63 FARMERVILLE — James "Windy" Winderweedle, retired master sergeant in the U.S. Army, died Monday. Memorial services are 10 a.m. Wednesday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Previously acknowledged:Alexander, Otis: 1 p.m. Saturday, Miller Funeral Home, Monroe. Fabela, Pauline: 2 p.m. Wednesday, Cox Funeral Home, Oak Grove. Huff, Linda B.: 10 a.m. Wednesday, Farrar Funeral Home, Farmerville. Johnston, Doris Estelle: 2 p.m. Thursday, Rayville United Methodist Church, Rayville. King, Ora: 11 a.m. Saturday, St. John Baptist Church, Delhi. McGowan, Patrick Michael: 2 p.m. Wednesday, Temple Baptist Church, Ruston. Moore, Barbara: 2 p.m. Wednesday, Richardson and Sims Funeral Home, Winnsboro. Newcomer, Mary Holloway: 10 a.m. Thursday, Lea Joyner Memorial United Methodist Church, Monroe. Pulley, Donna Gail: 11 a.m. Wednesday, First United Methodist Church, Oak Grove. Williams, Clarence: 1 p.m. Wednesday, Miller Funeral Home, Monroe.