October - 2011 - Obituaries from The News-Star

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

W. T. Dean Funeral services for Mr. W. T. Dean, 78, of Rocky Branch will be 2:00 PM, Saturday, Oct. 1st at Farrar Funeral Home with Bro. Zach Dasher officiating. Burial will be in Crossroads Cemetery. Arrangements are under the direction of Farrar Funeral Home. Mr. Dean, a retired pipeline diesel mechanic, died September 29, 2011. He was a member of Rocky Branch Church of Christ, a member of the VFW, an U. S. Army veteran of the Korean War, and a member of the International Union of Pipeline Engineers. He was an avid fisherman and enjoyed reading and gardening. W. T. loved his family and having kids around the house. Preceding him in death was his wife of 55 years, Lois Dean; parents, Jord Dean and Verda Dean Gates and 1 brother, Jurd Dean. Left to cherish his memory is his daughter, Debbie Brown & husband, Andy of Farmerville; 1 brother, James Gates & wife, Ruby of Rocky Branch; 4 grandchildren: Eric Vidrine, Jordan Vidrine, Melissa Brown and Matthew Brown; 2 step brothers: Jack Gates & Raymond Gates; 2 step sisters: Mary Lou Bollier and Shirley Moncrief and a host of nieces, nephews and other relatives. Pallbearers are Kerry Freeman, Erwin Freeman, Ronnie Rose, Jurd Dean, Jr., Billy Joe Dean and Andy Brown. Visitation will be one hour prior to the service on Saturday at Farrar Funeral Home. Thanks to the staff of Farmerville Nursing & Rehab for taking such good care of Daddy these past 2 years. We would also like to thank Dr. Unkel, Dr. Warrick and their staff at Union General Hospital. Online messages for the family may be left at farrarfh.com. Farrar Funeral Home Farmerville, LA Published in The News Star on October 1, 2011

Timothy Wayne Whitney Memorial services for Timothy Wayne Whitney, 47, of Monroe, will be held at 2:30 PM Sunday, October 2, 2011, at Northminster Church with Dr. Welton Gaddy officiating. Services are under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Mr. Whitney passed away Thursday, September 22, 2011, at St. Francis Medical Center. He was a member of Northminster Church and was a registered nurse at St. Francis Medical Center for 17 years. He loved gardening, flowers, and was a gourmet cook. Survivors include his parents, Bobby and Shirley Whitney of Winnsboro; sisters, Vickie Givens and husband Dale of Crossett, AR, and Kathy Mitchell and husband Brian of Winnsboro; special partner of 10 years, Stephen Davidson of Monroe; four nieces and nephews, and four great nieces and nephews. Visitation will be from 1:30 PM until service time Sunday at Northminster Church. Online Registry/Condolences:www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com. Mulhearn Funeral Home Monroe, LA Published in The News Star from September 30 to October 1, 2011

Alton L. Beeson, 81 OAK GROVE — Alton "Laverne" Beeson, a truck driver, died Wednesday. Services are 2 p.m. Sunday at Brown-Holley Funeral Home. Visitation is 4-8 p.m. Saturday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Macedonia Cemetery, Oak Grove.

Jessie F. Buckelew, 72 JONESBORO — Jessie Faye Buckelew, a store room clerk, died Thursday. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at Edmonds Funeral Home. Burial will be in Gayla Traina Cemetery.

Earsel D. Elmore, 94 Earsel D. Elmore of Monroe, co-founder Bentz & Elmore Inc., died Friday. Visitation is 5-7 p.m. Sunday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Monroe. Other arrangements are incomplete.

Johnny Ethridge, 66 Johnny Ethridge of Monroe, a laborer, died Saturday. Services are 2 p.m. Tuesday at Smith Funeral Home, Monroe. Visitation is 1-4 p.m. Monday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Magnolia Cemetery.

William Jackson, 66 William Carl "Bill" Jackson of Monroe, retired territorial manager for Hanover Insurance, died Friday. Services are 2 p.m. Monday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Monroe. Visitation is 5-7 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Hasley Cemetery.

Annie Mae Newman, 88 LAKE PROVIDENCE — Annie Mae Newman died Sept. 20. Services are noon Saturday at Progressive Chapel Church. Visitation is 11 a.m. Saturday until service time at the church. Burial will be in Gaither Memorial Cemetery under the directions of Harris Funeral Home.

Chelsea C. Patrick, 21 DELHI — Chelsea Coby Patrick died Wednesday. Services are 4:30 p.m. Sunday at Pentecost Tabernacle Church, Delhi. Visitation is 4-8 p.m. Saturday at the church. Burial will be in Epps Cemetery under the direction of Cox Funeral Home.

Charity Ann Pillars, 32 DELHI — Charity Ann Pillars, an employee with Dawson Farms, died Wednesday. Services are 2 p.m. Sunday at Cox Funeral Home. Visitation is 3-9 p.m. Saturday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Epps Cemetery. Rev.

Orville E. Potter Jr., 68 The Rev. Orville Edwin Potter Jr. of West Monroe, a minister, died Wednesday. Memorial services are 10 a.m. Monday at Griffin Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Murll A. Snody, 97 Murll Albert Snody, retired dispatcher for the LaSalle Parish Sheriff's Office, died Friday. Services are 10 a.m. Tuesday at Standard Baptist Church, Olla. Visitation is 3-9 p.m. Monday at the church. Burial will be in Olla Cemetery under the direction of Riser Funeral Home, Olla.

Timothy W. Whitney, 47 Timothy Wayne Whitney of Monroe, registered nurse, died Thursday. Memorial services are 2:30 p.m. Sunday at Northminister Church. Visitation is 1:30 p.m. Sunday until time of service at the church. Arrangements are under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Monroe.

Avis N. Wilson, 80 JENA — Avis Norman Wilson died Friday. Services are 2 p.m. Sunday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Ruston. Visitation is 5-7 p.m. Saturday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Jena Cemetery.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEGED Coleman Jr., Moses Oliver: 2 p.m. Saturday, Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Oak Grove. Dean, W.T.: 2 p.m. Saturday, Farrar Funeral Home, Farmerville. Downs, Bertha: 2 p.m. Saturday, Second Baptist Missionary Baptist Church, Bastrop. Everett, Averline: 11 a.m. Saturday, Mount Calvary Baptist Church. Gathrite, Robert John "Rat": 11 a.m. Saturday, Bethlehem Missionary Baptist Church, Tallulah. Harrison, Lucille: 11 a.m. Saturday, Beckwith Golden Gate Funeral Home, Tallulah. Hathorn, Alice: 1 p.m. Saturday, Mount Wade Baptist Church, Monticello. Hicks, Robert M.: 10:30 a.m. Saturday, Elmwood Baptist Church. Hubbard, Claffert Lee: 11 a.m. Saturday, Morehouse Baptist Educational Association Building, Bastrop. Johnson, Johnnie: 2 p.m. Saturday, King Solomon Baptist Church, Minden. Johnson, Mary Louise: 10:30 a.m. Saturday, Miller Funeral Home, Monroe. Jones, Albertha: 1 p.m. Saturday, King David Hopewell Church, Mangham. Jones, Betty: 11 a.m. Saturday, Oneonta Baptist Church, St. Joseph. Manning, Ester: 1 p.m. Saturday, Olive Branch Baptist Church, West Monroe. Pailette, Robert G. "Butch": 2:30 p.m. Sunday, Bonne Idee Assembly of God, Mer Rouge. Pardue Sr., Floyd E.: 11 a.m. Saturday, Black Bayou Lake Refuge. Richard, Margaret W.: 11 a.m. Saturday, St. Peter Church, Ruston. Rollins Sr., James: 2 p.m. Saturday, Tallulah Community Center, Tallulah. Thomas, Vera: 1 p.m. Saturday, St. James Baptist Church, Sterlington. Walker, Alfred: 11 a.m. Saturday, Tennant Funeral Home, Bastrop. Walker, Ruthie Mae: noon Saturday, Liberty Christian Center, Monroe.

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

William Bartlett, 72 BIRMINGHAM, Ala. — William "Bill" Bartlett, formerly of Natchez, died Saturday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Young's Funeral Home, Ferriday.

Donnie DeLancy, 54 COLUMBIA — Donnie DeLancy, the owner and operator of DeLancy Site Preparation, Inc. in Columbia, died Friday. Services are 10 a.m. Tuesday at Palestine Baptist Church, Columbia. Visitation is from 5-9 p.m. Monday at the church. Burial will be in the church cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Monroe.

Earsel D. Elmore, 94 Earsel D. Elmore of Monroe, co-founder of Bentz & Elmore, Inc., died Friday. Services are 10 a.m. Monday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Monroe.

Emma M. Grier, 94 FARMERVILLE — Emma Madoline Grier, a retired grocery clerk and housewife, died Friday. Services are at 10 a.m. Tuesday at the Farmerville United Methodist Church. Visitation is from 5-8 p.m. Monday at Farrar Funeral Home in Farmerville. Burial will follow at Dobyville Cemetery near Okolona, Ark. at 3 p.m.

Margaret H. Hodge, 88 Margaret Henry Hodge of West Monroe, a homemaker, died Sunday. Funeral services will be at 10 a.m. at Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Mars Hill Cemetery, Downsville.

Steve Kennedy, 89 Steve Kennedy of Monroe, a roofer, died Wednesday. Funeral services are at 11 a.m. Tuesday at Avenue Baptist Church in Monroe. Visitation will be from 1-6 p.m. Monday in Hester's Central State Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will be at Richwood Memorial Gardens in Richwood.

Paul R. Lary, 54 WINNSBORO — Paul Randall Lary died Saturday. Arrangements are incomplete at Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home, Winnsboro.

Mozelle F. Lasyone, 89 JENA — Mozelle F. Lasyone died Sunday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Hixson Brothers Funeral Home.

Dan McKeever, 75 Dan McKeever of West Monroe, a unit supply specialist, died Thursday. Funeral services are at 11 am Tuesday at Mount Zion Baptist Church in Columbia. Visitation will is from 10 a.m. until time of service at the church. Burial will be in Darrel Mount Zion Cemetery under the direction of Hester's Central State Funeral Home.

Ethel Stowell, 85 RAYVILLE — Ethel Stowell died Saturday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Cox Funeral Home of Delhi.

Gladys C. Sutton, 99 Gladys Curry Sutton of Monroe, a homemaker, died Saturday. Funeral services are at 3 p.m. Thursday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Visitation is Wednesday from 5-7 p.m. at the funeral home. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery.

Mable Wallace, 84 Mable Wallace, of West Monroe, a homemaker, died Saturday. Arrangements are incomplete at under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Alice Winters, 84 WINNSBORO — Alice Winters, a homemaker, died Sunday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Gill First National Funeral Home of Winnsboro.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEdGED Ashcraft, Linda Kay "Gal": 10 a.m. Monday, Macedonia Baptist Church, Oak Grove. Ethridge, Johnny: 2 p.m. Tuesday, Smith Funeral Home, Monroe. Hattaway, Vivian Welch Chestnut: 2 p.m. Monday, Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Oak Grove. Jackson, William Carl "Bill": 2 p.m. Monday, Mulhearn Funeral Home, Monroe. Newsom, Cordie Allbritton: 1 p.m. Monday, New Union Baptist Church, Tullos. Potter, the Rev. Orville Edwin Jr.: 10 a.m. Monday, Griffin Funeral Home, West Monroe. Snody, Muril Albert: 10 a.m. Tuesday, Standard Baptist Church, Olla.

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

Florence R. Austin, 71 JONESBORO — Florence Ramsey Austin of Winnfield, a homemaker, died Sunday. Services are 2 p.m. Tuesday at Edmonds Funeral Home. Visitation is noon Tuesday until service time. Burial will be in Ebenezer Cemetery, Jonesboro.

Thelma Berry, 88 BASTROP — Thelma Berry, a cook, died Wednesday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at Tennant Funeral Home, Bastrop. Visitation is 7-8 p.m. Friday at the funeral home. Burial will be in H.V. Adams Cemetery, Bastrop.

Paul C. Blood, 76 JONESBORO — Paul Coray Blood, a retired employee of Stone Container, died Sunday. Graveside services are 2 p.m. Wednesday at Union Baptist Church Cemetery, Quitman. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Tuesday at Golden Funeral Home, Bastrop.

John Erving, 84 BONITA — John Erving, a farmer, died Sunday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Mount Olive, Galion. Visitation is 5-7 p.m. Tuesday at Tennant Funeral Home, Bastrop.

Gustina G. Hamilton, 64 Gustina Gatlin Hamilton of Monroe, a retired GM inspector, died Sunday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Funerals by McFarland, Monroe.

Crystal Henderson, 29 ATLANTA, Ga. — Crystal Henderson, formerly of Bastrop, died Sept. 27. Services are 11 a.m. Wednesday at Smith Temple, Bastrop. Visitation is 6-7 p.m. Tuesday at Tennant Funeral Home, Bastrop. Burial will be in Little Dee Cemetery, Mer Rouge.

Margaret H. Hodge, 88 Margaret Henry Hodge of West Monroe, a homemaker, died Sunday. Services are 10 a.m. Wednesday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Tuesday. Burial will be in Mars Hill Cemetery, Downsville.

Baby girl Kennedy, infant OAK GROVE — The infant daughter of Gertherine Kennedy, died Friday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Bastrop.

Rosie Knox, 70 BASTROP — Rosie Knox, a homemaker, died Thursday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at Greater Magnolia Baptist Church, Bastrop. Visitation is 6-7 p.m. Friday at Tennant Funeral Home, Bastrop. Burial will be in Trousdale Hill Cemetery, Collinston.

Paul R. Lary, 54 WINNSBORO — Paul Randall Lary, a pipe welder, died Saturday. Memorial services are 2 p.m. Wednesday at Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home, Winnsboro. Visitation is 1 p.m. Wednesday until service time at the funeral home.

Mary E. Malone, 89 ROCKY BRANCH — Mary Elizabeth Malone, a homemaker, died Friday. Services are 2 p.m. Tuesday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Burial will be in Crossroads Cemetery, Union Parish.

Jeffery Pierce, 58 JONESVILLE — Jeffery Pierce died Monday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Young's Funeral Home, Jonesville.

William H. Ray Jr., 67 BASTROP — William H. Ray Jr., a truck driver, died Saturday. Services are 10 a.m. Wednesday at The Upper Room Church in Bastrop. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Tuesday at the church. Burial will be in Memorial Park Cemetery, Bastrop, under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Monroe.

Dewitt T. Robinson, 79 Dewitt Talmage Robinson of West Monroe, retired bag plant supervisor, died Saturday. Services are 2 p.m. Tuesday at Asbury United Methodist Church. Burial will be in Hasley Cemetery under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Briaunna N. Smith, infant MER ROUGE — Briaunna Nevaeh Smith, the infant daughter of Dominique Smith, died Sept. 27. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Bastrop.

Claudine Smith, 86 WINNSBORO — Claudine Smith, co-owner of Smith Tractor Company, died Monday. Services are at 10 a.m. Thursday at Gill First National Funeral Home. Visitation is 1-8 p.m. Wednesday. Burial is in Myrtle Memorial Cemetery.

Johnny Spikes Jr., 71 BEEKMAN — Johnny Spikes Jr., a cook and farmer, died Thursday. Services are 2 p.m. Friday at Northside Church of God in Christ, Bastrop. Visitation is 6-7 p.m. Thursday at Tennant Funeral Home, Bastrop. Burial will be in Beekman Cemetery.

Dana R. Taylor, 42 QUITMAN — Dana Cheree Reed Taylor died Sunday. Graveside services are 2 p.m. Wednesday at Springhill Cemetery, Jonesboro. Visitation is 10 a.m. until 1 p.m. Wednesday at Southern Funeral Home, Jonesboro.

Larence Thomas, 73 RUSTON — Larence Thomas, a retired fork lift operator, died Tuesday. Services are 11 a.m. Wednesday at Mount Olive Baptist Church, Grambling. Family hour is 7-8 p.m. Tuesday at King's Funeral Home, Ruston. Burial will be in Grambling Memorial Gardens, Grambling.

Kathleen Wilhite-Davis, 69 Kathleen Wilhite-Davis of Monroe, a school crossing guard, died Tuesday. Services are 11 a.m. Wednesday at Solomon Temple Baptist Church, Monroe. Visitation is 2-6 p.m. Tuesday at Funerals by McFarland, Monroe. Burial will be in Magnolia Cemetery.

Betty Wilmore, 60 TALLULAH — Betty Wilmore, a dietician, died Sunday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Beckwith Golden Gate Funeral Home.

Sarah A. Winters, 84 WINNSBORO — Sarah Alice Winters, a homemaker, died Sunday. Services are 2 p.m. Tuesday at Gill First National Funeral Home, Winnsboro. Burial will be in Ogden Cemetery, Winnsboro.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEdGED DeLancy, Donnie: 10 a.m. Tuesday, Palestine Baptist Church, Columbia. Ethridge, Johnny: 2 p.m. Tuesday, Smith Funeral Home, Monroe. Grier, Emma Madoline: 10 a.m. Tuesday, Farmerville United Methodist Church. Kennedy, Steve: 11 a.m. Tuesday, Avenue Baptist Church, Monroe. McKeever, Dan: 11 a.m. Tuesday, Mount Zion Baptist Church, Columbia. Snody, Muril Albert: 10 a.m. Tuesday, Standard Baptist Church, Olla. Sutton, Gladys Curry: 3 p.m. Thursday, Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe.

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

Lt. Col. Claire P. Chennault, 90 FERRIDAY — Lt. Col. Claire Patterson "Pat" Chennault, retired, died Monday. Graveside services will be at 2 p.m. Thursday at Greenlawn Cemetery Natchez. Visitation will be from 5-8 p.m. Wednesday at Comer Funeral Home in Ferriday.

Ivy H. Farnell, 92 Ivy Hamilton Farnell of West Monroe, a construction worker, died Tuesday. Services are at 10 a.m. Friday at Griffin Funeral Home in West Monroe. Visitation will be from 5-7 p.m. Thursday at Griffin Funeral Home. Burial is in Clark Spring Cemetery.

Billy W. Futch, 70 Billy Wayne Futch, of West Monroe, a car transporter, died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete at Griffin Funeral Home. Mattie Harrison, 87 Mattie Ellen Witcher Harrison of Monroe died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete.

Margaret H. Hodge, 88 Margaret Henry Hodge of West Monroe, a homemaker, died Sunday. Services will be at 10 a.m. Wednesday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home in West Monroe. Burial is in Mars Hill Cemetery, Downsville.

Tommy Lawson, 69 Tommy Lawson of Monroe, a business owner, died Tuesday. Services are incomplete at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Monroe.

Inez B. Lewis, 90 Inez Burgess Lewis of West Monroe, a homemaker, died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Jeffery A. Pierce, 58 JONESVILLE — Jeffery Ann Pierce died Monday. Services are at 10 a.m. Thursday at Trinity Presbyterian Church in Jonesville. Visitation is 9 a.m. until service time Thursday at the church. Burial is at Heard Cemetery in Manifest under the direction of Young's Funeral Home of Jonesville.

Dana C. Taylor, 42 QUITMAN — Dana Cheree Reed Taylor died Sunday. Graveside services are at 2 p.m. Thursday at Springhill Cemetery in Jonesboro under the direction of Southern Funeral Home, Jonesboro. Visitation is 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Thursday at Southern Funeral Home.

Edgar W. Taylor, 64 Edgar Wayne Taylor of West Monroe, a maintenance supervisor, died Sept. 26. Memorial services are at 2 p.m. Saturday at Emmanuel Worship and Fellowship Church, West Monroe. Arrangements are under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home in West Monroe.

Mable Wallace, 85 Mable Wallace, of West Monroe, a homemaker, died Saturday. Services are at 2 p.m. Wednesday in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Burial is in Roselawn Memorial Gardens, Calhoun. Visitation is from 1 p.m. until service time under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED Austin, Florence Ramsey: 2 p.m. Tuesday, Edmonds Funeral Home, Jonesboro. Berry, Thelma: 1 p.m. Saturday, Tennant Funeral Home, Bastrop. Blood, Paul Coray: 2 p.m. Wednesday, Union Baptist Church Cemetery, Quitman. Davis, Kathleen Wilhite: 11 a.m. Wednesday, Solomon Temple Baptist Church, Monroe. Erving, John: 11 a.m. Saturday, Mount Olive, Galion. Henderson, Crystal: 11 a.m. Wednesday, Smith Temple, Bastrop. Hodge, Margaret Henry: 10 a.m. Wednesday, Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Knox, Rosie: 1 p.m. Saturday, Greater Magnolia Baptist Church, Bastrop. Lary, Paul Randall: 2 p.m. Wednesday, Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home, Winnsboro. Ray Jr., William H.: 10 a.m. Wednesday, The Upper Room Church, 8947 Westwood Drive, Bastrop. Spikes Jr., Johnny: 2 p.m. Friday, Northside Church of God in Christ, Bastrop. Sutton, Gladys Curry: 3 p.m. Thursday, Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Taylor, Dana Cheree Reed: 2 p.m. Wednesday, Springhill Cemetery, Jonesboro. Thomas, Larence: 11 a.m. Wednesday, Mount Olive Baptist Church, Grambling.

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

Lt. Col. Claire Patterson Chennault (retired) Graveside services with Military Titles for Lt. Col. Claire Patterson Chennault (retired), 90, will be 2:00 PM, Thursday October 6, 2011 at Greenlawn Memorial Cemetery officiating will be Rev. Clyde Ray Webber. Lt. Col. Chennault was born on November 24, 1920 in Gilbert, LA to the union of General Claire Chennault and Nell Thompson Chennault and passed from this life at this residence on Monday, October 3, 2011. Lt. Col. Chennault served with the United States Army Air Force from January 1943 until his retirement in 1966. He served with the 433rd Squadron, 86th Fighter Wing Eighth Air Force, his combat experience includes with over 300 Combat Hours over Europe. His awards include Distinguished Flying Cross; Air Medical with Seven Oak Leaf Clusters; European African Middle Eastern Campaign Medal; Three Bronze Stars and Credited with destroying 2 enemy aircraft. Survivors include his children Butch Chennault and fiancé' Ronnie; Suzi McGarry and husband Bill; Patti Smith and husband Rusty; Bobby Chennault and wife Sarah; his sister Rosemary Simrall; also survived by grandchildren, great grandchildren and great great grandchildren. Friends may call for visitation on Wednesday 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM at Comer Funeral Home Ferriday. In lieu of flowers memorials preferred to Concordia Parish Library or the Concordia VFW Lodge. Online guest book at www.comerfh.com Comer Funeral Home Ferriday, LA. Published in The News Star on October 5, 2011

Glen Stonefield Greene Glen Stonefield Greene, 73, of Prairie Grove, AR, formerly of Monroe, LA, and Santa Fe, New Mexico died September 27, 2011. He is survived by his wife of 43 years, Lorraine Heartfield, and by close family friends Elaine McClurkan of Alpharetta, Georgia; Kevin McClurkan of Brooklyn, New York; Michael McClurkan, of Jonesboro, Arkansas; Sean McClurkan of Georgetown, Texas and Heather McCurkan Barlow, of Bryant, Arkansas. Glen was born Nov. 28, 1937, in Jacksonville, Texas, the son of Glen and Ethel Greene. After graduating from high school in Summit, NJ, he attended Pan American University, the University of Texas at Austin and the University of Arkansas before earning his Ph.D. in Anthropology from Washington State University. He served in the United States Air Force and the Coast Guard Reserve. In Louisiana he is well remembered as associate professor of archaeology in the Geosciences Department at Northeast Louisiana University (now ULM), and as a partner in the consulting firm of Heartfield, Price and Greene Inc. Archaeologist, geologist, artist, raconteur, and philosopher extraordinaire, Glen was a teacher, a mentor, and a true friend to countless students at NLU. His extensive knowledge of history and his deep appreciation for the arts, not to mention his dry wit and often sardonic sense of humor, inspired those who participated in his classes and field schools on the anthropology and archaeology of North America. A memorial service will be held 11:00 AM, Monday, October 10, at the First Presbyterian Church, Prairie Grove, AR. Written by Bill Warner Luginbuel Funeral Home Prairie Grove, AR. Published in The News Star on October 5, 2011

Estelle McDonald Funeral services for Mrs. Estelle McDonald, 94 of West Monroe, LA will be held at 10:00 AM, Thursday, October 6, 2011 in the chapel of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe. Pastor Robbie Robison will be officiating. Interment will follow at Roselawn Memorial Gardens Calhoun under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe. Mrs. McDonald was born January 20, 1917 and passed away October 4, 2011. She was preceded in death by her husband, Terry McDonald. She was a member of McClendon Baptist Church. Estelle McDonald was a kind, God-loving rock. A foundation that countless others used to lean on and grow from. Her pleasure was her numerous grand and great grandchildren who visited her often and kept her going. She loved to sew, garden, fish and even squirrel hunt but most importantly, to read. Her faith and guidance was an inspiration to everyone who came throughout her life. She loved her family, her Lord, and life. She will be deeply missed. Survivors include her son, Terry Joe McDonald and wife Mary, Friendship, LA; daughter, Sandra Landry and husband Glen of Cleburne, Texas; granddaughters; Teara Sanders and husband Billy, Trudy Wood and husband Jason, Jennifer Rhea, Kate Shaum and husband Corey; grandson, Josh Landry and wife Cassidy; great-grandsons, Zack Wood, Nick Wood, Tyler Rhea, Sam Wood; great-granddaughters, Lindsey Sanders, Hannah Rhea, Madison Landry, Caroline Landry and Suzanna Landry; and 2 sisters and 1 brother. Pallbearers will be Tyler Rhea, Nick Wood, Zack Wood, Josh Landry, Corey Shaum and Radi Jabour. Visitation will be Wednesday from 5:00 PM until 7:00 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 October 5, 2011

Billy Albert McKeithen Memorial services for Billy Albert McKeithen, 76 of Grayson, will be held at 11:00 AM Friday, October 7, 2011 at Welcome Home Cemetery in Grayson with Bro. Jack McKeithen officiating. Visitation will be Wednesday, October 5, 2011 from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM at Riser Funeral Home in Columbia. Billy was born December 20, 1934 to Willie and Ada Waggoner Mckeithen in Columbia and he passed from this life on October 2, 2011 at Glenwood Regional Medical Center in West Monroe. He served his country in the Army for thirty two years having served in Vietnam. He retired as a Sergeant Major in the Special Forces. He was an avid fisherman who loved gardening, carpentry, and life in general. He was preceded in death by his parents. He is survived by his wife Terry Loula Wilson McKeithen; daughter: Theresa Hastings and her husband David; brother: Denver McKeithen; two sisters: Gloria Pair and Dorothy Bates; two grandchildren: Jonathan Hastings and Devin Hastings; four step grandchildren: Samantha Flannery, Victoria Michaliska, Joshua Michaliska, and Kera Malone. You may send online condolences to the McKeithen family www.riserfuneralhomes.com. Riser Funeral Home Columbia, LA. Published in The News Star on October 5, 2011

Pamela Weems Mitchell Funeral Services for Pam Mitchell, 45, of West Monroe LA will be held at 2:00 PM, Thursday, October 6, 2011, at First Baptist Church, West Monroe with Rev. Mark Fenn officiating and Committal Services to follow at the Hasley Memorial Pavilion. Pam was born on August 23, 1966 in Monroe, LA and died on October 3, 2011. "Ms. Pam" was known to a generation of children in West Monroe as a Mothers' Day out Director, VBS teacher and nursery volunteer at FBC-WM; a teacher at Children's Garden Pre-School; bookkeeper at Claiborne Elementary School; and, most importantly, as Elaina and Mary Allison's mom. Pam was very involved in her community serving at various times in the PTA/PTO of George Welch and Claiborne Elementary Schools; the Monroe Jr. League; the Cancer Foundation League; and, the Kappa Delta Sorority Alumni Association; and West Monroe Dixie Youth Softball, among others. Pam was preceded in death by her parents, Dorothy Elaine Weems and Lawrence "Larry" Weems; and brother, Lawrence "Butch" Weems. She is survived by her husband, Jay Mitchell; daughters, Elaina and Mary Allison Mitchell; sister, Nicole Weems O'Bryant and husband Billy; niece, Sarah O'Bryant; nephews, Chris O'Bryant, Hunter Weems, Jarrod Sellar, and Jordan Sellar; grandmother, Alline Skains Weems; and special cousin, Kim Osbon and husband Allen. Pallbearers will be Chris O'Bryant, Jarrod Sellar, Jordan Sellar, Ken Osbon, Blaine Taylor, and John Ford. Honorary Pallbearer will be Sam Bourland. Visitation will be held from 4:00 PM until 7:00 PM, Wednesday, October 5, 2011 at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West. Monroe. Pam's family thanks her friends for the outpouring of love and support showered on them since Pam's death. We don't understand why this happened, but know without a doubt that Pam is now safe and happy in God's arms. The family requests that any memorials be made to the Jason Paul Cameron Foundation, 739 Forty Oaks Farm Road, West Monroe, Louisiana 71291. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Published in The News Star on October 5, 2011

Dear Mom and Lee, 5 years ago you flew home to be with God, your family & friends want to tell you how much you are Loved & Missed on this special day. You are in our hearts & minds every day of our lives. We Love & Miss You! Love, Nicky, Lisa, Brian, Eric, Nick Jr., Josh, Alex & Connor. Mark & Rosie, Jerry & Jo, Jane, Don & Ann, & all your friends from Jesus The Good Shepard Church. Published in The News Star on October 5, 2011

Doresa Bingham, 52 WISNER — Doresa Bingham, a care provider, died Sept. 27. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Mount Pleasant Baptist Church. Visitation is 7-8 p.m. Friday at Richardson Funeral Home, Winnsboro. Burial will be in Hope Estates Cemetery.

Lawrence Chatman, 88 NEWELLTON — Lawrence Chatman, a farmer, died Tuesday. Services are 3 p.m. Sunday at St. Luke Baptist Church. Burial will be in Wyoming Cemetery under the direction of Richardson Funeral Home.

Richard D. Dixon, 24 Richard D. Dixon of Monroe, a laborer, died Wednesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the directions Funerals by McFarland, Monroe.

Jack E. Essex, 55 Jack Edward Essex of Monroe, manager of Sonny Panzico's Garden Mart, died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Monroe.

Percy Freeman, 63 COLUMBIA — Percy Freeman, a roofer, died Friday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Tried Stone Baptist Church. Visitation is 1-6 p.m. Friday at Hester Central State Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens.

Felmon L. Jackson, 76 Felmon L. Jackson of Calhoun, a laborer, died Sept. 28. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Mount Pleasant Baptist Church, West Monroe. Burial will be in the church cemetery under the direction of Hester's Central State Funeral Home, Monroe.

Estelle McDonald, 94 Estelle McDonald of West Monroe, a homemaker, died Tuesday. Services are 10 a.m. Thursday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Burial will be in Roselawn Memorial Gardens, Calhoun.

Michael S. Melville, 59 MANDEVILLE — Michael Steven Melville died Tuesday. Graveside services are 11 a.m. Friday at Wesley Cemetery, St. Joseph. Arrangements are under the direction of Young's Funeral Home, Ferriday.

Pam W. Mitchell, 45 Pam Weems Mitchell of West Monroe, a bookkeeper, died Monday. Services are 2 p.m. Thursday at First Baptist Church, West Monroe. Burial will be in Hasley Memorial Pavilion Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Isaac Tucker Jr., 79 NEWELLTON — Isaac "Ike" Tucker Jr., a construction worker, died Sept. 28. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at Newellton Chapel Baptist Church. Burial will be in Wyoming Cemetery, under the direction of Richardson Funeral Home.

Jesse L. Warren, 63 BASKIN — Jesse Lee Warren, retired from the University of Louisiana at Monroe, died Monday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Griffin Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Edward Watkins, 88 WINNSBORO — Edward Watkins, a retired city worker and plumber, died Tuesday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at First Zion Baptist Church. Visitation is 6-7 p.m. Friday at Richardson and Sims Funeral Home. Burial will be in Sims-Gethsemane Memorial Gardens.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEdGED Berry, Thelma: 1 p.m. Saturday, Tennant Funeral Home, Bastrop. Chennault, Lt. Col. Claire P. "Pat": 2 p.m. Thursday, Greenlawn Cemetery, Natchez, Miss. Erving, John: 11 a.m. Saturday, Mount Olive, Galion. Farnell, Ivy Hamilton: 10 a.m. Friday, Griffin Funeral Home, West Monroe. Knox, Rosie: 1 p.m. Saturday, Greater Magnolia Baptist Church, Bastrop. Pierce, Jeffery Ann: 10 a.m. Thursday, Trinity Presbyterian Church, Jonesville. Spikes Jr., Johnny: 2 p.m. Friday, Northside Church of God in Christ, Bastrop. Sutton, Gladys Curry: 3 p.m. Thursday, Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Taylor, Dana Cheree Reed: 2 p.m. Thursday, Springhill Cemetery, Jonesboro. Taylor, Edgar Wayne: 2 p.m. Saturday, Emmanuel Worship and Fellowship Church, West Monroe.

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

Yvonne Boyd Services for Mrs. Yvonne Boyd, 74, are 10:00 AM on Fri. Oct. 7, at Hartman-Hughes Funeral Home in Tylertown. She died on Oct. 3. Visitation on Thursday, 5:00 PM until 9:00 PM at the funeral home. Survivors include son Dale (Mary) Magee; grandsons Jonathan and Christopher Magee all of West Monroe. Published in The News Star on October 6, 2011

Ivy H Farnell "He was a good Man" Ivy H Farnell, 92, affectionately known as "Uncle Budd" was born March7, 1919 at Cadeville, La to the union of Lessie Beard Farnell and father Ivy, Senior. He departed this life October 4, 2011. Uncle Budd was well known for his quick wit and one-line jokes that brought a smile to all who met him. He was a sheet metal worker by trade and was well known for his expertise in the field. He was a veteran of World War II serving as an infantry corporal in France during the Normandy Invasion. In the late 30's he played guitar on a weekly radio station with his boyhood friend, singer Webb Pierce. Uncle Bud worked tirelessly for any veteran who needed help. He was responsible for getting the first van to take disabled American Veterans from Monroe to the Shreveport Veterans Hospital. Also He and Sonny Fitzgerald were instrumental in building the chapel at the War Veterans Home. Uncle Budd was preceded in death by one brother Rodney, one sister Beatrice "Dink" Bailes, and one daughter, Evelyn Patricia "Patty" Henry of Fort Lauderdale, FL; and his first wife Madeline Fair. He is survived by his wife, Elvie Lee Phillips of West Monroe;,one son, Ivy Lynn of PineBluff, AR; one daughter Dr. Maida Farnell Wimberly Gray and her husband Sam Gray of Eros, LA; and brother James Kenneth Hollingsworth of West Palm Beach, FL.; three granddaughters, Amy Beard of Dubach, LA; Mary Linda Farnell of Pine Bluff, AR; and Mandy Henry of Fort Riley, KS;two great-grandchildren, Joey Beard and Declan Beard and one great-great-grandchild. Pallbearers will be Orville Moore, Joey Beard (Great-grandson), Stephen Beard, Andy Gray, Sid Kilcrease, Mike Burke. Honorary Pallbearers will be Paul Moore and Sam Gray. A funeral service will be at 10:00 AM at Griffin Funeral Home with Pastor Harry Lilly of Bethany Church officiating on Friday, October 7, 2011. Visitation will be Thursday, 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM at Griffin Funeral Home in West Monroe. Interment will follow services at Clark Springs Baptist Church Cemetery off Hwy 546. On line condolences may be made to the family at www.griffinfuneralhome.net Griffin Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Published in The News Star on October 6, 2011

Thomas Lee " Tommy" Lawson Funeral Services for Mr. Thomas Lee "Tommy" Lawson, 69, of Monroe, LA will be 11:00 AM Saturday, October 8, 2011 at Pine Grove Church on Loop Road, Monroe with Rev. Mike Eaves, Rev. Warren Eckhardt, and Rev. Dale Walker. Interment will follow at Ogden Cemetery in Winnsboro under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Monroe. Mr. Lawson was born June 19, 1942 in Logan, West Virginia and passed away on October 4, 2011 in Monroe, LA. Tommy was owner and operator of G&L Janitorial Services of Monroe. He is preceded in death by his mother, Jeanette Lawson; father, Clifford Lawson; grandson, Brandon Boles; father-in-law, Rev. W.D. Grant; and mother-in-law, Victoria Grant. His passions were the Lord, his family and his business. He was a friend to many and servant to all. Survivors include his loving wife of 31 years, Charlotte Grant Lawson; son, Mark Lawson and wife Leslie of West Monroe, LA; daughters, Angela Martinez and husband Bernard of Miami, FL, Jeanetta Chase and husband Gary of Orlando, FL, Tonya Canal and husband Daryl of Dallas, TX, Deborah Carter and husband Jason of Monroe, LA; 14 grandchildren; 3 great-grandchildren; brother, Billy Lawson of Orlando, FL; sister, Sharon Hope Lawson of Orlando, FL; and a host of brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law; nieces; nephews and friends. Pallbearers will be Jim Spillers, Sam Dickens, Vernon Houston, David Many, Don Johnson and Jared Walker. Honorary Pallbearers will be Attorney James Sparks, Dr. Mark Dollar and Charles Goudeau. Visitation will be from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM Friday, October 7, 2011 at Pine Grove Church on Loop Road, Monroe. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Rd., Monroe, LA. Published in The News Star from October 6 to October 8, 2011

Inez Burgess Lewis Funeral services for Inez Burgess Lewis, 90, of West Monroe, LA will be held at 11:00 AM, Friday, October 7, 2011 at McGuire United Methodist Church in West Monroe. Reverend Michi Head will be officiating. Interment will follow at Hasley Cemetery under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe. Inez was born September 17, 1921 in Hico, LA and danced through Heaven's gates October 4, 2011. She was preceded in death by her husband, Devon "Poss" Lewis, infant daughter Peggy and parents, Aubyn and Annie Belle Moncrief Burgess of Hico. Inez is survived by her daughter, Dency and husband Dr. Larry Blackmon of West Monroe; son, Gary and wife Libby Lewis of Dubach; grandchildren, D'Anne Bennett and husband Corey, Jason Lewis, Amy Many and husband Jeremy, Kinbur Blackmon; great-grandchildren, Reed and Emma Bennett, Mase, Kross and Brees Many; her brother, Hugh Burgess and wife Sue of Dubach and nieces, Dianne Cobb and husband Kenny and Jan Best. Inez lived life to its fullest. On Friday night you'd find her at Rebel Stadium, Saturday gardening then dancing with her dear friends, and Sundays at McGuire United Methodist Church where she was a member for over 70 years. Every other moment was spent cherishing her great grandkids who lovingly called her Meme. Visitation will be held Thursday from 5:00 PM until 7:00 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 October 6, 2011

Shirley Brooks Maddux Funeral services for Mrs. Shirley Brooks Maddux, 89, of Middleburg, FL will be held at 1:00 PM Friday, October 7, 2011, in the chapel of Mulhearn Memorial Park Mausoleum with Mrs. Maddux's nephew, Rev. John Albright, officiating. Interment will follow in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery where she will rest in eternal peace beside her husband of 62 years, George Maddux, Jr., who pre-deceased his wife in August, 2008. Mrs. Maddux passed away September 30, 2011 in her home in Middleburg, FL after a lengthy illness. She was born on May 6, 1922 to William Wesley and Rosie Bell Brooks in Clay, LA. Mrs. Maddux and her husband lived in Monroe, LA until October, 2000 when they moved to Florida to be close to their daughter and her family. Shirley worked as a licensed beautician for more than 50 years and had many loyal clients and friends. Mrs. Maddux is survived by her daughter, Shirley Ann Lynch and son-in-law, Robert Lynch; granddaughter, Kimberley Hall and husband Dennis Hall; brother-in-law, Charles Albright; cousin, Aubrey Brooks; several nieces and nephews, and many loving friends. The family will receive friends in the mausoleum chapel from 12:00 PM until service time on Friday, October 7, 2011. In accordance with the deceased wishes, there will be no viewing. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Rd., Monroe, LA. Published in The News Star on October 6, 2011

Homer Brown Pevehouse Funeral services for Mr. Homer Brown Pevehouse, age 97, are scheduled for 10:30 AM, Friday, October 7, 2011 at the chapel of Golden Funeral Home with Rev. Leonard Garlington officiating. Interment will follow in Memorial Park Cemetery, Bastrop, LA. Visitation will be held Friday from 9:00 AM until 10:30 AM at Golden Funeral Home. Mr. Pevehouse, a resident of Goodwill, LA, passed away Tuesday, October 4, 2011. He was a farmer and member of Clearlake Baptist Church in Goodwill. He is preceded in death by his wife, Lois Pevehouse; son, John Pevehouse; and brother, Burton Pevehouse. He is survived by his daughter-in-law, Carol Pevehouse of Monroe, LA; sister-in-law, Ila Maude Pevehouse of Malvern, AR; three grandchildren, Brad Pevehouse and wife Leigh of Monroe, LA, Keith Pevehouse of Cabot, AR, Laura Thomas and husband Mark of Austin, TX; and seven great grandchildren, Brittney Pevehouse, Alex Pevehouse, Ryan Pevehouse, Jake Pevehouse, Josh Pevehouse, Jonah Pevehouse, and Anna Thomas. Golden Funeral Home Bastrop, LA Published in The News Star on October 6, 2011

Sybil Self Twitchell Sybil Self Twitchell, age 86, went home to meet the Lord on October 4, 2011. Visitation will be at Gorsulowsky Funeral Home in Vivian, LA, Sunday, October 9 from 2:00 PM until 4:00 PM. Funeral services for Mrs. Sybil Self Twitchell will be held Monday, October 10, at 1:00 PM at the First Baptist Church, Vivian, LA officiated by Rev. Dustie Dunn. Born August 15, 1925 near Belcher, LA, she was the daughter of the late Thomas Edgar Self and Carrie Elizabeth Coleman Self of Oil City, LA. Sybil graduated from Northwestern State University in Natchitoches, LA. She taught elementary school in northwest Louisiana for many years. Sybil was a resident of Vivian, LA for over 50 years and was a member of First Baptist Church, Vivian, LA. Sybil was preceded in death by her husband Calvin Ray Twitchell after 47 years of marriage. Calvin passed away in 1990. Sybil is survived by her three children: daughter Rebecca Twitchell Rausch of Coppell, TX, son Dr. Daniel Wayne Twitchell of Monroe, LA, and son Michael Ray Twitchell and his wife Bonnie of Greenville, SC. Sybil is also survived by her four grandchildren: Michael Andrew Twitchell and his wife Ashley of Greenville, SC, Amy Twitchell and Matthew Twitchell of Monroe LA, and Lauren Elizabeth Rausch of Coppell, TX. She will forever be remembered for her Christian walk and loving kindness. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be sent to the Baptist Children's Home in Monroe, LA. Gorsulowsky Funeral Home Vivian, LA. Published in The News Star on October 6, 2011

Carmon E. Rodgers, 90 RUSTON — Carmon Elizabeth Rodgers died Monday. Memorial services are 10 a.m. Saturday at First Baptist Church, Ruston. Arrangements are under the direction of Owens Memorial Chapel Funeral Home.

Judy Staten, 60 Judy Staten of Monroe, a secretary, died Wednesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Smith Funeral Home, Monroe.

Adella Wade, 97 LAKE PROVIDENCE — Adella Wade, a homemaker, died Monday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at St. John Missionary Baptist Church. Visitation is 1-5 p.m. Friday. Burial will be in Live Oak Cemetery under the direction of Harris Funeral Home.

Ajina Weems, 24 Ajina "Terrell" Weems of Monroe, a laborer, died Tuesday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Miller Funeral Home, Monroe. Visitation is 1-6 p.m. Friday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens.

Betty Wilmore, 60 TALLULAH — Betty Wilmore, a dietitian, died Sunday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Beckwith Golden Gate Funeral Home. Visitation is 2-5 p.m. Friday at the funeral home. Burial will be in New Oakwood Cemetery.

Elisha C. Wright, 27 Elisha Cotrince Wright of Monroe, a food service worker, died Saturday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Greater New Hope Baptist Church, Monroe. Visitation is 1-6 p.m. Friday at Smith Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens, Richwood.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED Berry, Thelma: 1 p.m. Saturday, Tennant Funeral Home, Bastrop. Bingham, Doresa: 11 a.m. Saturday, Mount Pleasant Baptist Church, Wisner. Chatman, Lawrence: 3 p.m. Sunday, St. Luke Baptist Church, Newellton. Erving, John: 11 a.m. Saturday, Mount Olive, Galion. Farnell, Ivy Hamilton: 10 a.m. Friday, Griffin Funeral Home, West Monroe. Freeman, Percy: 11 a.m. Saturday, Tried Stone Baptist Church. Jackson, Felmon L.: 11 a.m. Saturday, Mount Pleasant Baptist Church, West Monroe. Knox, Rosie: 1 p.m. Saturday, Greater Magnolia Baptist Church, Bastrop. Melville, Michael Steven: 11 a.m. Friday, Wesley Cemetery, St. Joseph. Spikes Jr., Johnny: 2 p.m. Friday, Northside Church of God in Christ, Bastrop. Taylor, Edgar Wayne: 2 p.m. Saturday, Emmanuel Worship and Fellowship Church, West Monroe. Tucker Jr., Isaac "Ike": 1 p.m. Saturday, Newellton Chapel Baptist Church, Newellton. Watkins, Edward: 11 a.m. Saturday, First Zion Baptist Church, Winnsboro.

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

Novie Jean Hollis Creed Funeral services for Mrs. Novie Jean Hollis Creed, 83 of Spearsville, LA, will be held on Saturday, October 8, 2011 at 10:00 AM at Iron Mountain Baptist Church in El Dorado, AR. Officiating the service will be Bro. Ronald Morgan assisting by Rev. Allen Grimmett. Burial will follow in Laran Cemetery under direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home of Farmerville. Novie was born on December 1, 1927 and passed away on October 5, 2011. She was a charter member of Iron Mountain Baptist Church. She is preceded in death by her husband, John M. Creed and daughter, Mickey Creed. She is survived by Nancy Cook and husband Rodney of El Dorado, AR; Johnny Creed of Spearsville, LA; Cindy Grimmett and husband Allen of Junction City, AR; Cathy Kenley and husband Ken of Farmerville, LA; Four Grandchildren, Tina Haney of El Dorado, AR; Karen Miller of Jacksonville, AR; Katie Grimmett of Magnolia, AR; Sara Walsten of Slidell, LA; and Four Great- Grandchildren. Pallbearers are Nick Chadwick, Owen Walsten, Dylan Haney, Kenneth Ramsey, Dewayne Ramsey, and Eddie Bolin. Honorary Pallbearers are Bill McLelland, Jerry McLelland, Frank McLelland, Royce Toney, and Bob Buckley. Memorials may be made to the Laran Cemetery Funds. Visitation will be held on Friday, October 7, 2011 from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM at Kilpatrick Funeral Home in Farmerville. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com. Kilpatrick Funeral Home Farmerville, LA Published in The News Star on October 7, 2011

Jack Essex 05/6/1956 to 10/4/2011 Panzico's Garden Mart has lost a longtime treasured employee and friend. We considered him a family member. Jack began his career with Panzico's in the early 1980's and spent the last 9 years at our Forsythe store. He was well known for his beautiful mixed pots and baskets he created for his many loyal customers. His dedication vast gardening knowledge, creative talents and kind, gentle nature will be missed by all of us. A memorial service will be held Sunday, October 9 at 2:00 PM at Mulhearns Funeral Home on 165N. Published in The News Star from October 7 to October 9, 2011

Mattie Witcher Harrison Mattie Witcher Harrison, 87, born Oct. 22, 1923 in Dayton, AR. She passed away Oct. 4, 2011 at home in Monroe, LA. Survivors include her daughter, Sandra Evangelista and fiancee, Mike Thomas; granddaughter, Renee Kent and husband, Jeremy Kent; grandson, Casey Evangelista; one grandchild, Harrison Kent; nephews, Gary Witcher and wife, Marcia, Greg Witcher and wife, Yvonne, Johnny Samarzich and wife, Connie. Preceded in deathy by two sons, Allen Harrison and Brian Harrison; brothers, Delbert Witcher and Hoyt Witcher; sister, Lois Samarzich. Mattie donated her body to LSU Medical Center so she could hopefully help others one day. She will be missed by all who knew and loved her. Service will be held Monday, October 10 at First Presbyterian Church in Monroe at 10:00 AM. Donations made to First Presbyterian Church in Monroe. Published in The News Star from October 7 to October 9, 2011

Dr. Truong Xuan Pham Dr. Truong Xuan Pham, a former resident of Monroe, Louisiana, died October 4, 2011 in Houston, Texas with his family by his side. Dr. Pham was born on December 16, 1943 in Nam Dinh, Vietnam to Nga and Luu Pham, and graduated from Y Khoa Saigon Medical University in 1971. After graduation, he was introduced through a mutual friend to Mai Nguyen and they were later married on October 5, 1972. He, along with his wife and 2 daughters immigrated to San Jose, California in 1981 as Vietnamese refugees. As a first generation immigrant, Dr. Pham overcame a myriad of adversities to become a well-respected physician at LSU Health Center-Monroe (formerly E.A. Conway Memorial Center) after graduating as Resident of the Year in 1992. There, he ensued a passionate medical profession of emergency trauma care for over 15 years and saved countless lives during his tenure before he retired in 2004. He and his wife moved to Houston Texas after his retirement. Dr. Pham is survived by his wife, Mai Pham; daughter, Thuy (Toni) Pham Estis and her spouse, Samuel Estis; daughter, Jennifer Pham; and grandchildren, Logan, Ethan, Samuel, and Alexis Estis. Dr. Pham was preceded in death by his oldest daughter, Loan Pham. Visitations will be held on Thursday, October 6, 2011, 11:00 AM until 9:00 PM and Friday, October 7, 2011, 9:00 AM until 9:00 PM at Chapel of Eternal Peace, 2454 S. Dairy Ashford, Houston, TX 77077. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, October 8, 2011 at 1:00 PM at Chapel of Eternal Peace, 2454 S. Dairy Ashford, Houston, TX 77077. Forest Park Westheimer Funeral Home Houston, TX Published in The News Star on October 7, 2011

Elizabeth G. Blair, 95 Elizabeth Graves Blair of Monroe, a retired teacher, died Friday. Visitation is 5-7 p.m. Sunday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Monroe. Other arrangements are incomplete.

Novie J.H. Creed, 83 SPEARSVILLE — Novie Jean Hollis Creed, a homemaker, died Wednesday. Services are 10 a.m. Saturday at Iron Mountain Baptist Church, El Dorado, Ark. Arrangements are under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Farmerville.

George Ford, 63 George Ford of Monroe, a laborer, died Friday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Smith Funeral Home, Monroe.

James Johnson, 64 COLUMBIA — James "Jim" Johnson, a retired insurance salesman, died Thursday. Memorial services are 1 p.m. Saturday at Hebert Community Church. Arrangements are under the direction of Riser Funeral Home.

Thomas Lawson, 69 Thomas Lee "Tommy" Lawson of Monroe, a business owner, died Tuesday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Pine Grove Church, Monroe. Burial will be in Ogden Cemetery, Winnsboro, under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Monroe.

Jean L. Milliken, 88 FERRIDAY — Jean Laurer Milliken died Thursday. Services are 2 p.m. Sunday at Young's Funeral Home, Ferriday. Visitation is 1-2 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Highland Park Cemetery.

Patsy J. Phillips, 70 CHOUDRANT — Patsy Jean Phillips died Friday. Graveside services are 2 p.m. Saturday at Choudrant Memorial Cemetery. Arrangements are under the direction of Owens Memorial Chapel Funeral Home, Ruston.

Judy Ann Sutton, 59 RUSTON — Judy Ann Sutton, a researh associate at Louisiana Tech University, died Sept. 30. Twilight memorial services are 7 p.m. Sunday at King's Funeral Home, Ruston.

Damon R. Washington, 36 Damon R. Washington of Monroe died Friday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Smith Funeral Home, Monroe.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEdGED Berry, Thelma: 1 p.m. Saturday, Tennant Funeral Home, Bastrop.Bingham, Doresa: 11 a.m. Saturday, Mount Pleasant Baptist Church, Wisner. Chatman, Lawrence: 3 p.m. Sunday, St. Luke Baptist Church, Newellton. Erving, John: 11 a.m. Saturday, Mount Olive, Galion. Essex, Jack Edward: 2 p.m. Sunday, Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Freeman, Percy: 11 a.m. Saturday, Tried Stone Baptist Church. Fuller, Mary Jewel: 11 a.m. Saturday, Greater St. Paul Missionary Baptist Church, Minden. Futch, Billy Wayne: 11 a.m. Monday, Griffin Funeral Home, West Monroe. Hall, Cozy Crockett: 11 a.m. Saturday, Zion Baptist Church, Foules. Jackson, Felmon L.: 11 a.m. Saturday, Mount Pleasant Baptist Church, West Monroe. Jones, Bennie Freeman: 2 p.m. Saturday, Smith Funeral Home, Monroe. Knox, Rosie: 1 p.m. Saturday, Greater Magnolia Baptist Church, Bastrop. Rodgers, Carmon Elizabeth: 10 a.m. Saturday, First Baptist Church, Ruston. Taylor, Edgar Wayne: 2 p.m. Saturday, Emmanuel Worship and Fellowship Church, West Monroe. Tucker Jr., Isaac "Ike": 1 p.m. Saturday, Newellton Chapel Baptist Church, Newellton. Wade, Adella: 1 p.m. Saturday, St. John Missionary Baptist Church, Lake Providence. Watkins, Edward: 11 a.m. Saturday, First Zion Baptist Church, Winnsboro. Weems, Ajina "Terrell": 11 a.m. Saturday, Miller Funeral Home, Monroe. Wilmore, Betty: 11 a.m. Saturday, Beckwith Golden Gate Funeral Home, Tallulah. Wright, Elisha Cotrince: 11 a.m. Saturday, Greater New Hope Baptist Church, Monroe.

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

Charles B. "Mr. Charlie" Dill Funeral services for Charles B. "Mr. Charlie" Dill, 79, of Monroe will be held at 12:00 PM Sunday, October 9, 2011, in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe with Rev. David Worthington officiating. Interment will follow at Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery. Mr. Dill died Thursday, October 6, 2011, at St. Francis Medical Center. He was retired from Pitney-Bowes Inc., and had been there for over 40 years. Mr. Dill was also known as Coach Dill. For the last 30 plus years he has been one of the most loved and cherished softball and fast pitch coaches in this area. He had many students from his coaching go on to receive full college scholarships through the years. His clinic started at West Monroe High School in the 80's, then went on to OCS, Ouachita and many more around the state. Mr. Dill was preceded in death by his parents, Charles L. and Mamie Dill of Mansfield, LA; and brother, Tommy Dill. Survivors include his wife of 54 years, Dorothy T. Dill of Monroe; two daughters, Sherri Jones of Monroe, and Debra Brown and husband Tommy of West Monroe; grandchildren, Jonathan Morgan Tillman and girlfriend Andria of Monroe, Jessica Jones of Waller, TX, and Kalie Brown of West Monroe; and one great grandchild, Jessalyn Tillman of Monroe. He also had numerous nieces and nephews. Pallbearers will be Jimmy Butler, Jerry Hicks, Chuck Lee, Elton Stephens, Michael Jones, and Jonathan Tillman. Honorary pallbearers will be Brian Newcomer, Reggie Jones, Jr., and Corey Jones. Visitation will be Saturday from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM at Mulhearn Funeral Home. The family wishes to extend their thanks to Dr. Prem and Dr. Cage and their staff for all the care they have given to Charles through the years. Memorial may be made to Louisiana Baptist Children's Home. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Rd., Monroe, LA. Published in The News Star on October 8, 2011

Jack Edward Essex Memorial services for Jack Edward Essex, 55, of Monroe, will be held at 2:00 PM Sunday, October 9, 2011, in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Mr. Essex died Tuesday, October 4, 2011, at LSU Medical Center, Monroe. He was a longtime employee of Sonny Panzico. Mr. Essex was preceded in death by parents, Billy and Imogene Essex; and brother, Robert Andrew Essex. Survivors include his siblings, Patricia Blades and husband Larry, Mike Essex and wife Tammy, Robin Hopkins and husband Bill, Susan Mitchell and husband Roy, Kathy Driver and husband Charlie, Paul Essex and wife Sissie, David Essex, and Jeff Essex. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Rd., Monroe, LA. Published in The News Star on October 8, 2011

Christine S. Hicks Services for Mrs. Christine S. Hicks, age 86, of Farmerville, LA will be held on Sunday, October 9, 2011 at 2:00 PM at Wards Chapel Church of Christ. Hugh Gower and Raymond Jordan will officiate with burial to follow in Liberty Cemetery in Farmerville under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home in Farmerville, LA. Living through the Great Depression and World War II, Christine Scarborough Hicks developed a strong work ethic and a value for education. She graduated from Farmerville High School in 1942. Then after marriage in the same year, she became a homemaker. Later after children left home, she was a secretarial clerk for agencies associated with the Soil Conservation Service. Christine possessed a propensity for playing the guitar and singing. She was an active member of the Wards Chapel Church of Christ where her strong alto voice was often heard. Even in retirement, she led an active life, participating in Senior Olympics. Through her years, Christine instilled in her children a commitment to the Lord, hard work, self-improvement through education, and marriage. This latter commitment is evidenced by 69 years of marriage on October 11, 2011. Mrs. Hicks was preceded in death by her parents: L.T. and Madaline Hicks and a sister: Gaye Wainwright. She is survived by her husband of 69 years: Roland Hicks of Farmerville, LA; children: Truman Hicks and wife Delores of Marion, LA; Jeannette Jordan and husband, Raymond of Calhoun, LA; and Connie Yarema and husband, Allan of Abilene, TX; sister: Margarine Smith of Denham Springs, LA; 9 grandchildren; 16 great grandchildren; and 1 great great grandchild. Pallbearers will be: Sonny Hicks, Bryant Hicks, Lance Yarema, Kenton Yarema, Greg Wainwright, and Rusty Crawford. Visitation will be held on Saturday, October 8, 2011 from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM at Kilpatrick Funeral Home in Farmerville, LA. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com Kilpatrick Funeral Home Farmerville, LA. Published in The News Star on October 8, 2011

Margery Iley Gentry Parker Graveside funeral services for Mrs. Margery Iley Gentry Parker age 90 of Grayson will be held 2:00 PM, Sunday, October 9, 2011 at the Welcome Home Cemetery at Grayson with Rev. Julius Russell officiating. Visitation will be on Saturday evening from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM at the Riser Funeral Home located at 7131 U S Highway 165, Columbia and again on Sunday from 12:00 Noon to 1:40 PM at the funeral home. Born Margery Iley Gentry on June 10, 1921 to the union of her parents, the late Joseph I. Gentry and Rose A. Thornton Gentry, she passed from this life on Friday October 7, 2011 at the Haven Nursing Center in Columbia following an extended illness. She was preceded in death by her parents and her husband, Travis Aaron Parker. Mrs. Parker's entire life revolved around family. She was a wonderful cook; professional seamstress; and enjoyed baseball, being an avid Atlanta Braves Fan. Left to cherish her memory are three sons, Thomas A. Parker and wife Valda of Grayson; Charles David Parker and wife Carol of West Monroe; and James E. "Eddy" Parker of Grayson. She also leaves her beloved grandchildren, Matthew "Matt' Parker of San Diego, CA; Derek Parker of Harrison, AR; Dylan Parker and Chip Tisdale both of West Monroe, LA. Her great-grandchildren include, Donovan Parker, Garrett parker, and Gaven Parker, and a special niece, Ann "Ginger" Smith. Serving as pallbearers will be Matt Parker, Derek Parker, Clifford Underwood, Steve Underwood, Dalton Langford, and Mike Parker. Honorary pallbearers include Malvern "Buddy" Smith, Darrow Parker, and Dylan Parker. Online registry and condolences may be sent at riserfuneralhomes.com. Riser Funeral Home Columbia, LA. Published in The News Star on October 8, 2011

Myrceal Austin, 89 Myrceal Austin of West Monroe, a homemaker, died Saturday. Graveside services are 10 a.m. Monday at Rocky Branch Cemetery. Visitation is 6-8 p.m. Sunday at Griffin Funeral Home in West Monroe.

Charles B. Dill, 79 Charles B. Dill of Monroe, a retired softball coach, died Thursday. Services are noon Sunday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in the Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery.

Henry Ray Herring, 61 FARMERVILLE — Henry Ray Herring died Saturday. Services are 3 p.m. Sunday at Farrar Funeral Home Chapel. Visitation is 1 p.m. Sunday until time of service at the funeral home. Burial will be in Bird's Chapel Cemetery in Truxno.

Christine S. Hicks, 86 FARMERVILLE — Christine S. Hicks, a clerk, died Friday. Services are 2 p.m. Sunday at Wards Chapel Church of Christ. Burial will be in Liberty Cemetery under direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home.

Shannon Johnston, 36 PHOENIX — Shannon Marsh Johnston, formerly of Bastrop, a homemaker, died Monday. Services are 2 p.m. Monday at Golden Funeral Home, Bastrop. Visitation is 5-9 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Oak Ridge Baptist Cemetery, Oak Ridge.

Larry L. King, 65 RUSTON — Larry L. King, a heavy equipment salesman, died Saturday. Graveside services are 11 a.m. Tuesday at Forest Lawn Cemetery under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home.

Tabatha L. Kitchens, 24 BASTROP — Tabatha Lashay Kitchens, a homemaker, died Saturday. Services are 2 p.m. Wednesday at Golden Funeral Home. Visitation is 5-9 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Carter Cemetery.

Margery Parker, 90 COLUMBIA — Margery Gentry Parker, a homemaker, died Friday. Graveside services are 2 p.m. Sunday at Welcome Home Cemetery, Grayson, under direction of Riser Funeral Home. Visitation is noon to 1:30 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home.

William Leon Pruitt, 77 BASTROP — William Leon Pruitt, a retired employee of Berry Packing Co., died Saturday. Services are 10 a.m. Monday at Golden Funeral Home. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Carter Cemetery, Collinston.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED Chatman, Lawrence: 3 p.m. Sunday, St. Luke Baptist Church, Newellton. Essex, Jack Edward: 2 p.m. Sunday, Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Futch, Billy Wayne: 11 a.m. Monday, Griffin Funeral Home, West Monroe. Milliken, Jean Laurer: 2 p.m. Sunday, Young's Funeral Home, Ferriday. Sutton, Judy Ann: 7 p.m. Sunday King's Funeral Home, Ruston.

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

Elizabeth Graves Blair Funeral services for Elizabeth Graves Blair, 95, of Monroe, will be held at 10:00 AM Monday, October 10, 2011, at College Place Baptist Church with Rev. Daryl Washam and Rev. Ken Fryer officiating. Interment will follow at Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Mrs. Blair born on November 19, 1915 in Mangham, LA, Richland Parish, to William Richard and Lela Hixon Graves, died Friday, October 07, 2011. She graduated from Mangham Elementary and High School, graduated from LSU in Baton Rouge with a BA degree, and later earned a Master's degree from what is now ULM. She taught school for 31 years, six in Mangham and the remainder in the Monroe School System at Sherrouse Elementary and Lee Junior High School from which she retired in 1971. Then she joined the St. Francis Medical Center Auxiliary "Pink Ladies" and served for 30 years, 18 of which she was Director of Volunteers Services. Elizabeth was a member of ADK teacher's sorority, DAR Fort Miro Chapter, and College Place Baptist Church of which she was a charter member. She was in the sanctuary choir, the senior choir, and the handbell choir. At intervals she served as music director for a total of 12 years. She was a member of the John Baker Memorial Sunday school class and active in WMU. Elizabeth was preceded in death by her husband, L. N. "Buddy" Blair; and infant son, John Richard Blair. She is survived by her daughter, Linda Blair Vogel; two grandsons, Fred Vogel III and his wife Alicia of Plano, TX, Michael Vogel and his wife Alicia of Austin, TX; a great grandson, Fred IV; a brother-in-law, John Dark of Bossier City; sister-in-law, Ruth Blair of Bossier City; devoted cousins and in-law nieces and nephews, and a host of dear friends. Pallbearers will be Rick Hixon, John T. Dark, Richard Green, Thomas Taylor, John Moseley, John Tannehill, Fred Vogel and Paul White. Visitation will be Sunday from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM at Mulhearn Funeral Home. The family wishes to extend a special thank you to Dr. Steven Beene and staff , Southern Care Hospice, and Pat Sanders caregiver and best buddy. Memorial may be made to College Place Baptist Church. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Published in The News Star on October 9, 2011

Billy Wayne Futch Billy Wayne Futch, 70 born July, 24, 1941 in Holly Ridge, la and passed away October 4, 2011 at Ridgecrest Nursing Home in West Monroe, LA. Billy Wayne is preceded in death by his sister Joann Key, and parents R.E. and Ruby Futch. Survivors include his daughter and son-in-law, Kimberly and Clint Davis; sons, Kevin W. Futch; Scott Futch; Keith Futch and wife Kelly; brothers Red Futch; Gary Futch and wife Barbara Carter, and Tommy Futch and numerous grandchildren, nieces, and nephews. Services will be held Monday, October 10, 2011 at Griffin Funeral Home in West Monroe, La at 11:00 a.m.. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.griffinfuneralhome.net Griffin Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on October 9, 2011

Kaitlin Theresa Hereford 19, of Beavercreek passed away unexpectedly Thursday, October 6, 2011. She is preceded in death by her grandfather William E. Hoard and uncle Bruce Hoard. Kaitlin is survived by her parents Dan and Nannette Hereford; brother Keith Hereford; maternal grandmother Doris Theresa Hoard; paternal grandparents Don and Marieanne Hereford; aunts Darlene Hoard, Kathy (Stewart) Means, Barbara Hoard; uncles Gene (Squeegy) Hoard and Mike (Trenka) Hereford; numerous cousins, and other family and friends, including Anthony Combs. She was a graduate of Beavercreek High School in '11 and attended College of Mt. St. Joseph in Cincinnati. Kaitlin was a creative spirit, dancer, writer, and artist. Family will receive friends from 1:00-5:00PM Sunday, October 9, 2011 at Newcomer Funeral Home, 3380 Dayton Xenia Rd, Beavercreek, Ohio. Funeral Mass will be held 11:00AM Monday, October 10, 2011 at St. Barnabas, 3042 Hikes Lane, Louisville, KY 40220. Burial will follow at Calvary Cemetery in Louisville, KY. To send a special message to the family please visit, www.NewcomerDayton.com. Published in The News Star on October 9, 2011

In Loving Memory Our Daddy & Bobo Today it's been 11 years since our lives forever changed-11 years since we've heard your voice, felt the warmth of your gigantic hugs, and felt the comfort of knowing that you were there for us if we needed you. Now all we have are the sweet memories of the wonderful life we shared with you. People say the longer someone is gone, the easier it gets. Truth is, the longer you're gone, the more we miss you and the more it hurts! We love you so very much!! Your children & grandchildren. Published in The News Star on October 9, 2011

Judy Charlene Bryant Staten Judy Charlene Bryant Staten, 60, of Monroe, LA was called home on October 05, 2011. Visitation scheduled at Triumph Baptist Church, Monroe, LA Tuesday, October 11, 2011 from 5:00P.M. until 7:00 P.M. Funeral Services will be held at First Baptist Church in Monroe, LA Wednesday October 12, at 11:00 A.M. under the direction of Smith Funeral Home. Judy was born November 24, 1950 in Warren, AR. She was the daughter of Jessie Lee Brown and the late George McIntyre.She was employed by Ouachita Parish School Board and a faithful member of Triumph Baptist Church. Left to mourn her memory is her husband of 39 years, Jimmy Staten. Children: Jules (Charla) Staten of Arlington, Tx, Christopher (Jamieka) Staten of Fort Worth, TX, Brian Staten of Monroe, LA Jimmy, Jr.( Lashasta) Staten of Goodyear, AZ, and Danielle Staten of Baton Rouge, LA. She is also survived by her grandmother Martha Harris and a host of family and friends. Smith Funeral Homer Monroe, LA Published in The News Star from October 9 to October 10, 2011

William Arthur Wade Funeral service for William Arthur Wade, 76, of Start, LA will be 2:00 PM Monday, October 10, 2011 at Start Baptist Church with Rev. Jeff Thomas officiating, internment to follow in Start Cemetery with Mulhearn Funeral Home- Rayville. Visitation will be from 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm Sunday at the funeral home. After a strong and courageous fight, William's journey in this life finally came to an end on Saturday, October 08, 2011. He was a member of Start Baptist Church, a resident of Start, LA. William was a loving husband, father and grandfather, he was born March 21, 1935 in Jackson, TN. He was the son of L.M. and Louise Wade. He married Faye Trisler Wade March 28, 1957. They spent 54 wonderful years together and had two beautiful daughters. William moved from Tennessee to Louisiana at the age of 19, he became known as a very talented and sought after tractor and auto mechanic. His love for cars led to a long successful career in the industry. For many years William worked for Lee Edwards Imports in Monroe, LA, as the service and body shop manager. In 1990 he became the proud owner of Bradshaw's Body Shop in Monroe, LA. He retired in November of 2009. His hobbies included rebuilding cars and motorcycles. He loved to travel with his wife and their friends on their motorcycles and in his motor home. He had a very generous spirit and enjoyed giving to others. William was preceded in death by his father and mother L.M. and Louise Wade. He is survived by his wife Faye Trisler Wade, daughters, Cindy Mason and her husband Ron, Patti Daniel and her husband Patrick, all of Start, LA; grandchildren, Brent Mason, Olivia Mason, Blake Daniel and Spencer Daniel; sister, Martha Alexander of Pinson, TN, and many other family and friends. We would like to thank Synergy Home Health for their care over the last year. A special thanks to our caregivers; Elizabeth Reddick, Beckie Fortenberry, Cherry Jones and Tasha Curvin. We want to extend our heartfelt thanks to David Holloway, Tina Koonce, Gale Palm and Brenda Rhodes of Louisiana Hospice. We are very grateful for the compassionate care each of you have given to him and our family. We know God sent each of you to us to help in your own special way and we will always be thankful for your tender loving care. Pallbearers will be Alan Alexander, Donnie Gaarr, Allen Ogden, Charles Parker, Rusty Rice, Steve Rice, Ray Trisler and Rayland Trisler. On line registry/condolence at www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Published in The News Star on October 9, 2011

Irene L. Batson, 82 LAKE CHARLES — Irene Long Batson, formerly of West Monroe, a retired city of Monroe employee, died Sunday. Funeral arrangements are incomplete at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Elizabeth G. Blair, 95 Elizabeth Graves Blair of Monroe, a teacher, died Friday. Services are 10 a.m. Monday at College Place Baptist Church Monroe. Visitation is from 9 a.m. until service time Monday at the church. Burial will be in the Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Monroe.

Etta L. Hammett, 80 Etta Leoma Hammett of Monroe, an accountant for the city of Monroe, died Sunday. Funeral arrangements are incomplete at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Monroe.

Joann Hogan, 62 RUSTON — Funeral arrangements for Joann Hogan died Sunday. Funeral arrangements are incomplete at Owens Memorial Funeral Home of Ruston.

Steven L. Kemp Sr., 70 WINNSBORO — Steven L. Kemp, Sr., a retired corrections officer, died Saturday. Private services will be held at a later date. Arrangements are under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home of Winnsboro.

John L. Stimac, 79 John L. Stimac of West Monroe, a retired engineer with Riverwood, died Sunday. Funeral arrangements are incomplete at Kilpatrick Funeral Home of West Monroe.

Jimmie K. Sullivan, 73 Jimmie Katherine Sullivan of Start, a retired LPN at Glenwood Regional Medical Center, died Sunday. Arrangements are incomplete at Mulhearn Funeral Home Rayville.

William A. Wade, 76 William Arthur Wade, of Start, an automobile body shop owner, died Saturday. Services will be 2 p.m. Monday at Start Baptist Church, Start. Burial is in Start Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home of Rayville.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEdGED Austin, Myrceal: 10 a.m. Monday, Rocky Branch Cemetery, West Monroe. Futch, Billy Wayne: 11 a.m. Monday, Griffin Funeral Home, West Monroe. Johnston, Shannon Marsh: 2 p.m. Monday, Golden Funeral Home, Bastrop. King, Larry L.: 11 a.m. Tuesday, Forest Lawn Cemetery, Ruston. Kitchens, Tabatha Lashay: 2 p.m. Wednesday, Golden Funeral Home, Bastrop. Pruitt, William Leon: 10 a.m. Monday, Golden Funeral Home, Bastrop.

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

Rev. Charles Lane Davis Funeral services for Rev. Charles Lane Davis, age 75, will be held on Monday, October 10, 2011 at 11:00 A.M. at the First Baptist Church of Dubach. Officiating the service will be Dr. Clint Davis, Rev. Barry Joyner, and Rev. Todd Free,with burial to follow in the Fellowship Cemetery in Dubach, under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home in Ruston, LA. Bro. Charles was born on April 12, 1936 in Dubach, LA and passed away on October 8, 2011 in Ruston, LA. Bro. Davis was a graduate of Louisiana College. He was a pastor at many churches throughout the state including: Midway Baptist Church in Sarepta, LA; Peniel Baptist Church in West Monroe, LA; First Baptist Church in Crowville, LA; Downsville Baptist Church in Downsville, LA; and was currently at Evergreen Baptist Church in Bernice, LA. His love was for his God, his family, and the many people he pastored through the years. He is survived by his wife: Henrie Dowdy Davis of Dubach, LA; his children: Dr. Clint Davis and wife, Cindy of Mt. Pleasant, TX; Cheryl Smiley and husband, Curtis of Calhoun, LA; Roy Davis and wife, Jill of West Monroe, LA; and Kristi Dustin and husband, Glenn of Spring Hill, TN; 10 grandchildren; 9 great grandchildren; and many nieces, nephews, and other family and friends. Pallbearers will be grandsons: Blake Davis, Jacob Davis, Joshua Davis, and Garrett Dustin. Also serving will be Paul Mills and John Mills. Visitation was held on Sunday, October 09, 2011, from 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm. at Kilpatrick Funeral Home in Ruston, LA. Memorials may be made to Rolling Hills Ministries, 3487 Hwy 33 Ruston, LA 71270 Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com Kilpatrick Funeral Home Ruston, LA Published in The News Star on October 10, 2011

Betty Solar Murphy A native of White Castle and resident of Monroe, she passed away October 8, 2011 at the age of 79. She is survived by children, Jenny Reed and husband, Mike, Cathy Miller and husband, Leo, Paula Ray and husband, Tony, David Murphy and wife, Kecia; grandchildren, Megan, Michaela and Samantha Reed, Kayla Lee and husband, Jake, Jason Thompson, Brian Ray and wife, Brandi, Andrew Ray, Josh Murphy and wife, Nikki, Leslie Andrews and husband, Jeremiah; seven great grandchildren; brothers, Bobby Solar, Neg Solar, C.J. Solar, Jimmy Solar, Dickie Solar; sisters, Rita Zeringue, Lois Clement, Evelyn McIntyre; and a host of nieces, nephews, and her extended family at Lake Passman Senior Community. Preceded in death by father, Spaulding F. Solar; mother, Violet Petty; brother, Lloyd Solar; sister, Jerry Sue Lofton; and granddaughter, Brooke Reed. There will be a visitation at Ourso Funeral Home, Gonzales, Monday, October 10, 2011 from 5:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. Visitation will resume at the funeral home Tuesday October 11, 2011 from 10:00 a.m. until services at 11:00 a.m. Interment will be in Carpenter's Chapel Cemetery, Galvez. Pallbearers will be Brian Ray, Andrew Ray, Josh Murphy, Jason Thompson, Greg Solar, and Jeffery Solar. To offer condolences to the family, please visit www.oursofh.com. Ourso Funeral Home Gonzales, LA Published in The News Star on October 10, 2011

Dewey O. Anderson, 83 QUITMAN — Dewey Oswell Anderson died Sunday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Southern Funeral Home, Jonesboro.

Irene L. Batson, 82 LAKE CHARLES — Irene Long Batson, formerly of West Monroe, a retired city of Monroe employee, died Sunday. Services are noon Wednesday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Visitation is 10 a.m. Wednesday until noon at the funeral home.

Lucille Bixler, 87 WISNER — Lucille Bixler, a homemaker, died Sunday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Gill First National Funeral Home, Winnsboro.

Mark L. Carter, 47 Mark L. Carter of Ouachita Parish, a mechanic, died Saturday. Memorial services are 5 p.m. Saturday at Bonne Idee Assembly of God Church, Highway 2, Mer Rouge. Arrangements are under the direction of Griffin Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Christine G. Clanton, 88 FORT NECESSITY — Christine Gilmore Clanton, a retired postmaster, died Monday. Services are 10 a.m. Wednesday at Fort Necessity Baptist Church. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Tuesday at Gill First National Funeral Home, Winnsboro. Burial will be in Fort Necessity Cemetery.

Daniel J. Conner, 55 Daniel James Conner of Monroe, a laborer, died Saturday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Funerals by McFarland, Monroe.

Curtis R. Corbin Sr., 54 Curtis "Cool" Ray Corbin Sr. of West Monroe, a concrete finisher, died Sunday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Patricia Edwards, 48 PALM DALE, Calif. — Patricia Edwards, formerly of Jena, a cosmetologist, died Sept. 28. Services are 1 p.m. Wednesday at New Evergreen Baptist Church, Jena. Visitation is 6-7 p.m. Tuesday at Funerals by McFarland, Monroe. Burial will be in Webster Cemetery, Jena.

Carol P. Gabriel, 60 Carol Pierre Gabriel of Monroe, a salesperson, died Friday. Services are 11 a.m. Thursday at St. John AME Church, New Orleans. Visitation is 4-7:30 p.m. Tuesday at Miller Funeral Home. Burial will be in Providence Park Cemetery.

Laveta M. Garner, 86 OAK RIDGE — Laveta M. Garner, a homemaker, died Monday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Monroe.

Dorothy W. Gilliland, 86 Dorothy Wade Gilliland of Monroe, a homemaker, died Sunday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Monroe.

Etta L. Hammett, 80 Etta Leoma Hammett of Monroe, an accountant for the city of Monroe, died Sunday. Services are 2 p.m. Wednesday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery.

Joice Hampton, 56 Joice Hampton of Monroe, a homemaker, died Sunday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Miller Funeral Home, Monroe.

Albertine B. Hayes, 91 SHREVEPORT — Albertine Brannum Hayes, a retired assistant superintendent of the Caddo Parish School System, died Thursday. Services are 11 a.m. Wednesday at St. Matthew AME Church, Shreveport. Visitation is 4-6 p.m. Tuesday at Brannum Funeral Home, Lake Providence and 9 a.m. Wednesday until service time at the church. Burial will be Thursday in Lake Providence Cemetery.

Billie S. Herrmann, 74 MARBLE FALLS, Texas — Billie Sue Herrmann, a retired secretary, died Sunday. Graveside services are 1 p.m. Thursday at Conway Cemetery. Visitation is 4-7 p.m. Wednesday at Farrar Funeral Home, Farmerville.

JoAnn B. Hogan, 61 RUSTON — JoAnn Braswell Hogan, a secretary, died Sunday. Services are 10 a.m. Wednesday at The First Assembly of God Church, Ruston. Visitation is 5-7 p.m. Tuesday at Owens Memorial Chapel Funeral Home, Ruston. Burial will be in Forest Lawn Cemetery, Ruston.

Gail Hughes, 52 Gail Hughes of West Monroe, formerly of Delhi, a homemaker, died Friday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Funerals by McFarland, Monroe.

Gracie M. Jackson, 73 WINNSBORO — Gracie M. Jackson died Monday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Beckwith Golden Gate Funeral Home, Tallulah.

Olivia C. Kennedy, 61 OAK GROVE — Olivia C. Kennedy died Wednesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Brannum Funeral Home, Lake Providence.

George W. Swett Sr., 88 George Wesley Swett Sr. of Monroe, formerly of Delhi, a retired farmer, died Monday. Services are 2 p.m. Wednesday at Cox Funeral Home, Delhi. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Epps Cemetery.

Floyd Van Hook, 83 ARCADIA — Floyd Edwards "Bubba" Van Hook, a retired oil service company executive, died Sunday. Services are 10:30 a.m. Thursday at First Baptist Church, Arcadia. Visitation is 5-7 p.m. Wednesday at the residence at 2836 Myrtle Street, Arcadia. Burial will be in Driskill Memorial Cemetery, Arcadia, under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Ruston.

Ruthie M. Watson, 67 Ruthie Neil McGee Watson of Monroe, a homemaker, died Monday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Funerals by McFarland, Monroe.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED King, Larry L.: 11 a.m. Tuesday, Forest Lawn Cemetery, Ruston. Kitchens, Tabatha Lashay: 2 p.m. Wednesday, Golden Funeral Home, Bastrop.

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

Glen Ray Beebe Glen Ray Beebe, 71, of West Monroe, LA was born on August 6, 1940 and passed away on October 8, 2011. He was a retired Sales Manager with Strauss Distributors. Mr. Beebe loved the outdoors, hunting, fishing and just hanging out at the camp. Survivors include his wife of 50 years, Barbara Rhodes Beebe; children, Tammy Beebe Higginbotham and husband, Michael, Jennifer Beebe Cormier and Johnny Cunningham and wife, Katrina; grandchildren, Dylan, Annie, David, Daniel and Sierra; great grandchildren, Anthony and Alijah; sisters, Katherine Beebe Whittington, Joyce Beebe May and Jean Beebe Sturgis; along with numerous nieces and nephews. Private Family Memorial Services will be held at a later date. Online Registry/ Condolences: www:mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Published in The News Star on October 11, 2011

James Bryan Malone Sr. Funeral services for Mr. James Bryan Malone, Sr., 85 of Farmerville, LA., will be held on Wednesday, October 12, 2011 at 2:00 PM at Antioch Baptist Church in Farmerville, LA. Officiating at the services will be Rev. Scott Jennings. Burial will follow in Antioch Cemetery under direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home of Farmerville. Mr. Malone was a lifelong member of Antioch Baptist Church where he served as deacon for over 50 years and Secretary Treasurer for over 40 years. He was also a veteran of WWII. He is preceded in death by his wife of 59 years Helen R. Malone, parents, F.O. and Susie Laster Malone and nephew, Eddie L. Hayes, Jr. He is survived by his son, James B. Malone, Jr. and wife Laura of Farmerville, LA; daughter, Sharon M. Britt and husband Robert of Farmerville, LA; sister, Cecil Mae Hayes of Bastrop, LA; Four grandchildren, Bryan Britt and wife Alicia, Wren Jordan and husband Chance, Stephanie Jordan and husband Jesse all of West Monroe, LA; Kelsey Malone of Farmerville, LA; nine great-grandchildren, Gracie and Emmerson Britt, Britt and Jett Jordan, Maci, Jessa, Arlea, and Earyn Jordan all of West Monroe, LA; Avery Grace Baxley of Farmerville, LA; two nieces, Pat Miller and husband Jim of Farmerville, LA; Sue Adams and husband Doyle of Fort Necessity; a host of in-laws, great nieces, nephews and cousins. Visitation will be held Tuesday, October 11, 2011 at 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM at the church. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com. Kilpatrick Funeral Home Farmerville, LA. Published in The News Star on October 11, 2011

Evelyn Cook McDougale Evelyn Cook McDougale, 84, of Pine Bluff, AR passed away Saturday. Born August 4, 1927 in Louisiana, she was preceded in death by her husband, Pat McDougale; her infant son, Michael McDougale; her grandson, Jeffrey Bolen of Star City; her parents Henry Christopher Cook and Virginia Barton (Spigener) Cook of Sterlington, LA; and sisters, Mary "Mamie" Concelli of West Monroe, LA and Bonnie Moore of Sterlington, LA. She is survived by brothers Henry Cook of West Monroe, LA and Norman Cook of Farmerville, LA; sisters, Barbara Wheeler and Virginia Ann Cook , both of Sterlington, LA; two sons, Paul McDougale and Sharon of Pine Bluff, Richard McDougale and Monica of Nahunta, GA ; and two daughters, Dianne Bolen and Jerry, and Pat Conner, all of Pine Bluff. She was loved by 9 grandchildren and 15 great grandchildren, and by special family friends Charlie and Kay Dobis of Pine Bluff and Martha Burns of Star City. Funeral Services will be 10:00 a.m., Wednesday, at Griffin Funeral Chapel in Star City, AR and will be officiated by David Goff. Burial will be in Shell Chapel Cemetery. Visitation will be 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m., Tuesday, at the funeral home. Arrangements by Griffin Funeral Service in Star City. Online obituary at www.griffinfuneralservice.net. Griffin Funeral Service Star City, AR Published in The News Star on October 11, 2011

John Louis Stimac Funeral services for Mr. John Louis Stimac, age 79, will be held at 11:00 AM, Wednesday, October 12, 2011, in the Worship Center at First Baptist Church of West Monroe. Officiating will be Dr. Dwight Munn and Rev. Mark Fenn. Interment will follow at Hasley Cemetery under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Homes of West Monroe. John L. was born in Leesville, LA on November 6, 1931, and passed away at his residence in West Monroe, LA surrounded by his loving family, on October 9, 2011. He was preceded in death by a grandson, Landon Slavant; parents, Della and John Stimac; and a brother, Joe Stimac. Survivors include his beloved wife, Betty Thrower Stimac; daughters, Tammy Slavant, Lisa Crawford and her husband, Richard, Janet Hollis and her husband, Gary; granddaughters, Lauren Slavant Belcher and her husband, Trey, Cara Crawford and Claire Hollis; grandsons, Lee Crawford, Tyler Crawford, Cody Hollis and Connor Hollis; great granddaughter, Lily Crawford; and a brother, Charles Stimac. John L.'s life exemplified his love of our Lord, love for family and love for others. He was a true servant at heart, always willing to help wherever there was a need. As a husband, father and grandfather, he lived his life as an honorable man of integrity. John L. was a devoted member of First Baptist Church of West Monroe where he was a Lifetime deacon and usher for many years. He was also associated with Gideon's International. John L. graduated from Louisiana Tech University with a Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering. After 35 years of service, he retired from Riverwood International. He was also affiliated with the Louisiana Professional Engineering Society. John L. served his country in the United States Army. Pallbearers will be Trey Belcher, Lee Crawford, Tyler Crawford, Cody Hollis, Connor Hollis, Mike Allen, Jerry Futch and Vernon Guy. Honorary pallbearers will be the Smith/Frazier Life Group. Visitation will be Tuesday, October 11, 2011, from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM at Kilpatrick Funeral Homes of West Monroe. Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society or the Louisiana Baptist Children's Home or to the donor's choice. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com. Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Published in The News Star on October 11, 2011

Jimmie Katherine Sullivan Services for Mrs. Jimmie Katherine Sullivan, age 73 of Rayville, LA will be at 10:00 a.m., Wednesday, October 12, 2011 in the Chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home of Rayville with Rev. Jeff Luellen and Rev. Casey Johnson officiating. Interment will follow in Start Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home of Rayville. Mrs. Sullivan was preceded in death by her husband, Billy Joe Sullivan, her parents; Wesley Milton Johnson and Altha Alma Arnold Johnson, and her brother and sister-in-law, Charlie M. and Claudette Johnson. She was a member of the Baptist Faith and a member of the Order of the Eastern Star. She was a retired LPN, having been a nurse for over 50 years. She was employed with Glenwood Regional Medical Center. She loved caring for her patients. She had two great friends, Bobby Burgess and Carolyn Langston that were also nurses and had worked with her for many years. She also loved to watch her granddaughter play basketball. Survivors include: 2 daughters, Deborah K. Robison and husband Jerry of Center, TX. and Beverly J. Welch and husband Terry of Start, LA.; brother, Dennis Ronald Johnson of wife Janie of Crowville, LA.; 3 granddaughters, Andrea Christiana Sapp of Crew Lake, LA., Amber Desiree Welch of Start, LA. and Kirsten Taylor Welch of Start, LA.; 2 Grandsons, Michael Joe Sapp and wife Bonnie of Start, LA and Wesley Kyle Welch of Start, LA.; 2 Great Grandson's, Anthony Hales, and Aidan Hales of Crew Lake, LA.; Great Granddaughter, Katherine Jones of Crew Lake, LA.; Step-Great Granddaughter, Sierra Jones of Crew Lake, LA. Pallbearers are: Charles Ray Johnson, Glen (Diago) Ebby, Daniel Ebby, Bradley Wilson, Christopher Wiley, and Andrew Sapp. Visitation will be from 6:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. on Tuesday, October 11th at Mulhearn Funeral Home in Rayville, LA. Online condolences may be made at www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home Rayville, LA. Published in The News Star on October 11, 2011

George Wesley Swett Sr. Funeral services for George W. Swett Sr., 88, of Monroe, LA formerly of Delhi will be held at 2:00 PM, Wednesday, October 12, 2011 in the Chapel of Cox Funeral Home in Delhi with Rev. Steve Hillman and Rev. Johnny Smith officiating. Visitation will be held from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM, Tuesday at Cox Funeral Home. Burial will be in the Epps Community cemetery. George was born in Hebert, LA on November 15, 1922. He graduated Columbia High School in 1941, and enlisted in the Navy in 1942 and served in WWII where he received four bronze stars for combat service operating Higgins boats. He made amphibious landings on Tarawa in the Gilbert Islands, Quadraline in the Marshall Islands, Saipan and Guam in the Marianna Islands while serving on the USS Feland and USS Rockwall. Mr. Swett was a farmer in Epps, LA for over fifty years and was an avid hunter and fisherman. He is survived by his wife Elizabeth Rundell Swett; two sons James "Jim" Swett and George Wesley Swett Jr. and his wife Dorothy Sue; three daughters Janice Mack and husband Bernie of Westmont, IL, Jeanne Stockman of Ferriday, LA and Becky Miller and husband Mark; nine grandchildren and fourteen great grandchildren. Pallbearers will be Bernie Mack, James Leroy "Squeaky" Swett Jr., Tommy Shoemaker, Ronald Stockman, Stephen Stockman, Jason Miller, Kevin Miller and Shaun Swett. Any planned memorials should be made to the Northeast LA War Veterans Home (Chapel Fund) 6700 Hwy 165N. Monroe, LA 71203. To leave a message of condolence to the family please visit our website at www.coxfuneral.com. Cox Funeral Home Delhi, LA. Published in The News Star on October 11, 2011

Howard K. Adams, 50 Howard K. Adams of West Monroe, a laborer, died Monday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Olive Branch Baptist Church. Visitation is 1-6 p.m. Friday at Miller Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Hasley Cemetery, West Monroe.

Joe "Lil Dub" Bass Jr., 55 HEBERT — Joe "Lil Dub" Bass Jr., a carpenter, died Monday. Services are 10 a.m. Thursday at Woolen Lake Church of God. Visitation is 5-9 p.m. Wednesday at the church. Burial will be in the church cemetery under the direction of Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Rayville.

Robert L. Bolden, 80 WISNER — Robert L. Bolden, a real estate investor, died Saturday. Services are noon Friday at Newlight Baptist Church. Visitation is 1-5 p.m. Thursday at Richardson Funeral Home, Winnsboro. Burial will be in Hope Estate Cemetery.

Elizabeth Bradley, 80 BASTROP — Elizabeth Bradley, a homemaker, died Monday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home.

Taminika Cole, 37 LOS ANGELES — Taminika Cole, formerly of Bastrop, died Sept. 29. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Bastrop.

Curtis Corbin Sr., 54 Curtis "Cool" Ray Corbin Sr. of West Monroe, a concrete finisher, died Sunday. Memorial services are 10 a.m. Thursday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Willie M. Daniel, 81 LAWTON, Okla. — Willie Elizabeth Moore Daniel, a homemaker, died Sunday. Graveside services are 1:30 p.m. Saturday at Richwood Memorial Gardens, Richwood. Visitation is 1-6 p.m. Friday at Miller Funeral Home, Monroe.

Gail Esters, 52 DELHI — Gail Esters, a homemaker, died Friday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Greater One Christian Fellowship Church. Visitation is 2-6 p.m. Friday at Funerals by McFarland. Burial will be in Mount Zion Church Cemetery.

Nick Eubanks, 52 Nick "Peety" Eubanks died Monday. Services are 10 a.m. Wednesday at Urania Pentecostal Church, Urania. Visitation is Wednesday until service time at the church. Burial will be in Urania Cemetery under the direction of Riser Funeral Home.

Ottice T. Forrest, 94 SIKES — Ottice V. Thompson Forrest, a homemaker, died Monday. Services are 1 p.m. Thursday at Hurricane Grove Baptist Church. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Wednesday at Southern Funeral Home, Winnfield. Burial will be in the church cemetery.

Carol P. Gabriel, 60 Carol Pierre Gabriel of Monroe, a salesperson, died Friday. Services are 11 a.m. Thursday at St. John AME Church, New Orleans. Burial will be in Providence Park Cemetery under the direction of Miller Funeral Home, Monroe.

Joice Hampton, 56 Joice Hampton of Monroe, a nurse, died Sunday. Services are 10 a.m. Saturday at Mount Olivet Baptist Church, Monroe. Visitation is 1-7:30 p.m. Friday at Miller Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in New Light Cemetery.

Lloyd J. LeBlanc, 83 GRAMBLING — Lloyd Joseph LeBlanc, a retired public schools educator, died Sunday. Services are 11 a.m. Thursday at Lewis Temple C.M.E. Church. Burial will be in Grambling Memorial Gardens under the direction of King's Funeral Home, Ruston.

Ida G. Lee, 93 Ida G. Lee of Monroe, a homemaker, died Monday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Miller Funeral Home, Monroe.

James B. Malone, 85 FARMERVILLE — James Bryan Malone, a retired lab technician, died Sunday. Services are 2 p.m. Wednesday at Antioch Baptist Church. Burial will be in the church cemetery under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home.

Jeanne Ramsay, 77 Jeanne Ramsay of Monroe, a retired beautician, died Sunday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Rayville.

Judy J. Shelly, 68 WINNSBORO — Judy J. Shelly, a homemaker, died Sunday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at Winnsboro Second Baptist Church. Visitation is 1-7 p.m. Friday at Richardson Funeral Home. Burial will be in Philadelphia Cemetery, Crowville.

Judy B. Staten, 60 Judy Bryant Staten of Monroe, a secretary, died Tuesday. Services are 11 a.m. Wednesday at First Baptist Church, Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens under the direction of Smith Funeral Home, Monroe.

John L. Stimac, 79 John L. Stimac of West Monroe, a retired engineer with Riverwood, died Sunday. Services are 11 a.m. Wednesday at First Baptist Church Worship Center, West Monroe. Burial will be in Hasley Cemetery under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Jimmie K. Sullivan, 73 START — Jimmie Katherine Sullivan, a retired licensed practical nurse, died Sunday. Services are 10 a.m. Wednesday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Rayville. Burial will be in Start Cemetery.

Lorene A. Whittington, 81 OAK GROVE — Lorene Agnes Whittington, a homemaker, died Monday. Graveside services are 10 a.m. Wednesday at Forest Lawn Cemetery under the direction of Brown-Holley Funeral Home.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED Batson, Irene Long: noon Wednesday, Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Carter, Mark L.: 5 p.m. Saturday, Bonne Idee Assembly of God Church, Hwy. 2, Mer Rouge. Clanton, Christine Gilmore: 10 a.m. Wednesday, Fort Necessity Baptist Church, Fort Necessity. Edwards, Patricia: 1 p.m. Wednesday, New Evergreen Baptist Church, Jena. Hammett, Etta Leoma: 2 p.m. Wednesday, Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Hayes, Dr. Albertine Brannum: 11 a.m. Wednesday, St. Matthew AME Church, Shreveport. Herrmann, Billie Sue: 1 p.m. Thursday, Conway Cemetery. Hogan, JoAnn Braswell: 10 a.m. Wednesday, The First Assembly of God Church, Ruston. Kitchens, Tabatha Lashay: 2 p.m. Wednesday, Golden Funeral Home, Bastrop. Swett Sr., George Wesley: 2 p.m. Wednesday, Cox Funeral Home, Delhi. Van Hook, Floyd Edwards "Bubba": 10:30 a.m. Thursday, First Baptist Church, Arcadia.

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

Irene Long Batson Funeral Services for Irene Long Batson, 82 , of Lake Charles, LA, formerly of West Monroe, LA will be held 12:00 PM, Wednesday, October 12, 2011 at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe with Rev. Waymon Warren officiating. Interment will follow at Kilpatrick's Serenity Gardens Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Mrs. Batson was born on April 17, 1929 in Calhoun, LA and passed away October 9, 2011 in Lake Charles, LA. Mrs. Batson was a member of Fair Park Baptist Church. She worked for the City of Monroe for over 30 years. She is preceded in death by her parents and husband, Vernon Batson. Mrs. Batson is survived by her daughters, Brenda Honaker and husband Ken, and Joy Huff; grandchildren, Kenneth Honaker and wife Danielle, Chris Honaker and wife April, Patrick Anderson, Ryan Anderson, Stephanie Pepper, and Marcus Huff; 5 great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews. Grandsons will serve as pallbearers. Visitation will be from 10:00 AM until service time Wednesday, October 12, 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 October 12, 2011

Mary Laveta Mason Garner Funeral service for Mrs. Mary Laveta Mason Garner, 86, of Monroe, LA will be held at 2:00 PM, Thursday, October 13, 2011, at Oak Ridge Baptist Church with Rev. Jeff Holsizer, Rev. Rusty Grant, and Rev. Rayland Trischer officiating. Interment will follow in Oak Ridge Baptist Church Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home Monroe. Mrs. Garner passed away on October 10, 2011 in Bastrop, LA. She was a member of Victory Baptist Church in Monroe. Mrs. Garner was preceded in death by her husband Hugh Wayne Garner, Sr. and son, Hugh Wayne Garner, Jr. Survivors include her two daughters, Sandra Lynn Garner Ford and Jane Garner Conger Deits; two sons, James Michael Garner and Bruce Wayne Garner; sister, Bennie Barnes; eight grandchildren; five great grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews. Pallbearers will be Edwin Conger, Benjamin Ford, Christopher Ford, Brian Duff, Jay Mulhern, and Henry Stevenson, Jr. Visitation will be from 1:00 PM until service time Thursday at Oak Ridge Baptist Church. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Rd., Monroe, LA. Published in The News Star on October 12, 2011

Marie Barnes"Monkey" Hattaway Funeral services for Marie Barnes "Monkey" Hattaway will be held at 2:00 PM, Thursday, October 13, 2011 in the chapel of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Bro. Bob Witt and Rev. Waymond Warren will be officiating. Interment will follow at Kilpatrick's Serenity Gardens West Monroe, LA under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA.Marie B. Hattaway went to her heavenly home on October 10, 2011. She was born September 3, 1925 in Monroe, LA and was a life long resident of Calhoun, LA. Marie was a collector of many things. She loved to paint, ride horses, play the guitar and piano, gardening, singing in church and eating butterscotch. Marie was preceded in death by her husband of 67 years, Webster Odom, "W.O." Hattaway; her parents, Eula Fitzpatrick Barnes and Wesley S. Barnes; granddaughter, Heather Latiss Hattaway. Marie is survived by her three sons: Randy Phil Hattaway and wife Ginger, Osie Glenn "O.G." Hattaway and wife Darra; Louis Christel "Chris" Hattaway and wife Mary; grandchildren, Chuck Hattaway, Nikki Hattaway, Shane Hattaway and wife Kristin, Michelle Hattaway, Wesley Hattaway, Jesse Hattaway and wife Ashley, Erin Hattaway, Rodney Hattaway and wife Kelly, Malia Sellers and husband Jerry, Kelly Hattaway, Taylor Hattaway; step-grandchild, Huey Kilcrease; also 12 great-grandchildren and special friend, Virginia Ann Mitchell. Pallbearers will be Glenn Hattaway, Chris Hattaway, Randy Hattaway, Shane Hattaway, Jesse Hattaway and Wesley Hattaway. Honorary pallbearers will be Chuck Hattaway and Rodney Hattaway. 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 October 12, 2011

Alvin Davis, 62 VIDALIA — Alvin Ray Davis, retired oilfield worker, died Monday. Services were Wednesday at Riverside Baptist Church. Burial was in Eva Cemetery under the direction of Comer Funeral Home, Ferriday.

Celisa Duncan, 33 Celisa Duncan of Monroe, a cashier, died Tuesday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Hester Central State Funeral Home, Monroe. Visitation is 1-6 p.m. Friday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Magnolia Cemetery.

Laveta M. Garner, 86 OAK RIDGE — Laveta M. Garner, a homemaker, died Monday. Services are 2 p.m. Thursday at Oak Ridge Baptist Church. Visitation is 1-2 p.m. Thursday at the church. Burial will be in the church cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Monroe.

Marie Hattaway, 86 Marie B. "Monkey" Hattaway of Calhoun died Monday. Services are 2 p.m. Thursday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Burial will be in Kilpatrick's Serenity Gardens, West Monroe.

Arthur L. Nelson Sr., 81 COLUMBIA — Arthur L. Nelson Sr. died Wednesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Riser Funeral Home.

Mary E. Shadic, 71 Mary Elizabeth Shadic of Monroe, a homemaker, died Monday. Services are noon Saturday at Dean Baptist Church, Baskin. Visitation is 10 a.m. Saturday until service time at the church. Burial will be in the church cemetery under the direction of Griffin Funeral Home, West Monroe.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED Adams, Howard K.: 11 a.m. Saturday, Olive Branch Baptist Church, West Monroe. Bass Jr., Joe "Lil Dub": 10 a.m. Thursday, Woolen Lake Church of God, Hebert. Bolden, Robert L.: noon Friday, Newlight Baptist Church, Wisner. Carter, Mark L.: 5 p.m. Saturday, Bonne Idee Assembly of God Church, Hwy. 2, Mer Rouge. Corbin Sr., Curtis "Cool" Ray: 10 a.m. Thursday, Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Daniel, Willie Elizabeth Moore: 1:30 p.m. Saturday, Richwood Memorial Gardens, Richwood. Esters, Gail: 11 a.m. Saturday, Greater One Christian Fellowship Church, Delhi. Forrest, Ottice V. Thompson: 1 p.m. Thursday, Hurricane Grove Baptist Church, Sikes. Gabriel, Carol Pierre: 11 a.m. Thursday, St. John AME Church, New Orleans. Hampton, Joice: 10 a.m. Saturday, Mount Olivet Baptist Church, Monroe. Herrmann, Billie Sue: 1 p.m. Thursday, Conway Cemetery. LeBlanc, Lloyd Joseph: 11 a.m. Thursday, Lewis Temple C.M.E. Church, Grambling. Shelly, Judy J.: 1 p.m. Saturday, Winnsboro Second Baptist Church, Winnsboro. Van Hook, Floyd Edwards "Bubba": 10:30 a.m. Thursday, First Baptist Church, Arcadia.

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

Atsie Mae Stanford Hales Funeral services for Mrs. Atsie Mae Stanford Hales will be held at 2:00 pm on Saturday, October 15, 2011 at First Baptist Church in Archibald, Louisiana with Brother John Cleveland and Brother Amos T. Humphries officiating. Interment will follow at Lynn Cemetery in Archibald, Louisiana under the direction of Brown-Holley Funeral Home. Atsie Mae Stanford Hales was born February 14, 1920 in Marion, Louisiana. She passed away at the Colonial Manor in Rayville, Louisiana on October 10, 2011. Atsie Mae Stanford Hales was married to Myrt Hales, Sr. for 68 years, prior to his death in 2004.Mrs. Hales was, also, preceded in death by her parents, Lenora Aulds and William Otis Stanford; her brother, Virgil Field Stanford; and sister, Bobbie Jean Stanford Humphries. Atsie Mae Stanford Hales had two children: her daughter Lee Ola Hales Hill and her husband Thomas Rogers Hill, Sr., her son Myrt Tillman Hales, Jr. and his wife Angela Hanvey Hales; her grandchildren, Thomas Rogers Hill, Jr., William Jeffery Hill and his wife Monique LaVonne Carter Hill, Mamie Elizabeth (Beth) Hill Posey and her husband Mark Elton Posey, Myrt Tillman Hales, III, and Jan Marie Hales; her great-grandchildren, Jeffrey Wayne Carter, Amanda (Mandy) Lee Posey, Jeremy Kevin Hill, Sarah Elizabeth Posey, Casey Erin Johnson, Alexander Ray Hill, and Jonathan Tyler Hill; and 1 great-great-grandchild, Patrick Wayne Carter. She is, also, survived by her sister-in-law, Thelma Hales Moon and her husband Emory Moon; sister-in-law, Lourdis Hales; and brother-in-law, Virgil Crawford. Atsie Mae Stanford Hales was an industrious, hard working woman of faith. Her life revolved around her family, her church and work. She and her husband Myrt Hales, Sr., operated Myrt Hales Grocery, east of Archibald for over 50 years. In addition to working in the family store and contributing to the family farm, she, also, was a school cafeteria worker and later in life she was a private sitter. Mrs. Hales was actively involved in the life of First Baptist Church, Archibald where she served as church treasurer for 37 years and she served as Sunday school teacher for 50 years. She practiced her faith outside of the church by holding weekly Bible classes at the Colonial Manor Nursing Home and the Rayville Guest House for over 30 years. Her Bible was never far away and she referred to it regularly. Mrs. Hales enjoyed her membership in the Order of the Eastern Star. She served as Worthy Matron of Mangham # 152. Mrs. Hales was a devoted servant to her family, friends and community. She was actively involved in the lives of all her grandchildren and great grandchildren. She faithfully attended to her husband, Myrt Hales, Sr. until his death at the age of 94. Mrs. Hales leaves her family with a legacy of hard work, love of family, devotion to all members of her community and a walk of faith with her Lord. A special thanks to Mr. Rob Landry, Administrator, and the staff at Colonial Manor for their love and support during her battle with Alzheimer's Disease. Serving as pallbearers are James Adcock, Jr., David Castleman, Glen Copes, John Crocker, David Gibson, Clint Haddock, Jimmy Harrell, and James "Imp" Hendrix. Serving as honorary pallbearers are James Adcock, Sr., Steve Dean, Billy McCullough, Wendell Shoemaker, N.D. Smith, and Ernest Young. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to First Baptist Church, Archibald, Sanctuary Renovations, PO Box 177, Archibald, LA 71218. Visitation will be held on Friday, October 14, 2011 from 5:00 pm until 8:00 pm at Brown-Holley Funeral Home in Rayville, Louisiana. To leave condolences for the family go online to www.brownholleyfuneralhomes.com Brown-Holley Funeral Home Rayville, LA Published in The News Star from October 13 to October 15, 2011

Dewey O. Anderson, 83 QUITMAN — Dewey Oswell Anderson died Sunday. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at Southern Funeral Home, Jonesboro. Visitation is 10 a.m. Saturday until service time at the funeral home. Burial will be in Fellowship Cemetery.

Sallie M. Arrant, 90 Sallie M. Arrant of West Monroe, a day care operator, died Thursday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Lucille Bixler, 87 WISNER — Lucille Bixler, a homemaker, died Sunday. Services are 10 a.m. Friday at Gill First National Funeral Home, Winnsboro. Burial will be in Oakley Cemetery, Gilbert.

Elizabeth Bradley, 80 BASTROP — Elizabeth Bradley, a cook, died Monday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at New Philadelphia Baptist Church. Visitation is 3-6 p.m. Friday at Tennant Funeral Home. Burial will be in H.V. Adams Cemetery.

Taminika Cole, 37 LOS ANGELES — Taminika Cole, formerly of Bastrop, died Sept. 29. Graveside services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Jerusalem Cemetery, Mer Rouge. Arrangements are under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Bastrop.

Richard D. Dixon, 24 Celisa Duncan, 33 Celisa Duncan of Monroe, a cashier, died Tuesday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Hester's Central State Funeral Home, Monroe. Visitation is 1-5:45 p.m. Friday with family hour from 6-7 p.m. at the funeral home. Burial will be in Magnolia Cemetery.

Leah Harris, infant Leah Harris of Monroe, the infant daughter of Shekia Harris, died Monday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Funerals by McFarland, Monroe.

Billy J. Hattaway, 80 JONESBORO — Billy J. Hattaway died Thursday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Southern Funeral Home. Curtis L. Henderson, 51 Curtis Lee Henderson of Monroe, a sewer worker, died Monday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at True Vine Baptist Church, Monroe. Visitation is 1-6 p.m. Friday at Smith Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens.

Larry Hitt, 72 EXTENSION — Larry Hitt, a farmer and member of the board of directors of Progressive Bank, died Wednesday. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at First United Pentecostal Church, Winnsboro. Visitation is 5-9 p.m. Friday at the church. Burial will be in Grayson Cemetery under the direction of Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home, Winnsboro.

Gracie Jackson, 73 WINNSBORO — Gracie Jackson, a homemaker, died Monday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at Shackleford Missionary Baptist Church, Newellton. Visitation is 2-5 p.m. Friday at Beckwith Golden Gate Funeral Home, Tallulah. Burial will be in the church cemetery.

Olivia C. Kennedy, 61 OAK GROVE — Olivia C. Kennedy, a laborer, died Oct. 5. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Mount Olive Baptist Church. Visitation is 1-5 p.m. Friday at Brannum Funeral Home. Burial will be in Southside Cemetery. Saint J. Miles, 92 Saint Joseph Miles of Monroe died Thursday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Smith Funeral Home, Monroe.

Frederick Moore Sr., 39 BASTROP — Frederick Moore Sr., an electrician, died Wednesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home.

Arthur Nelson Sr., 81 COLUMBIA — Arthur L. "Art" Nelson Sr., formerly of Bastrop, a retired employee of International Paper Co., died Wednesday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at Columbia Heights Baptist Church. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Friday at Golden Funeral Home, Bastrop, and 11 a.m. until 1 p.m. Saturday at the church. Burial will be in Columbia Hill Cemetery.

Mary G. Paul, 71 HAUGHTON — Mary Lea Gevin Paul died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Kinner & Stevens Funeral Home, Jena.

James Peek Jr., 70 FERRIDAY — James William "Jimmy" Peek Jr., who workedfor LP&L and Entergy, died Thursday. Memorial services are 1 p.m. Saturday at Young's Funeral Home. Visitation is noon Saturday until service time at the funeral home.

John Peoples, 83 BASTROP — John Peoples, a paper mill laborer, died Oct. 1. Services are 1 p.m. Monday at Lightwood Baptist Church, Lightwood. Visitation is 5-6 p.m. Sunday at Tennant Funeral Home. Burial will be in Lightwood Cemetery.

Travis Peppers Jr., 54 OSHKOSH, Wis. — Travis Peppers Jr., a heavy equipment operator, died Sunday. Graveside services are 10 a.m. Saturday at Roselawn Memorial Gardens, Calhoun. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Friday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Jeanne Ramsay, 77 Jeanne Ramsay of Monroe, a retired beautician, died Sunday. Graveside services are 3 p.m. Saturday at Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery, Monroe. Arrangements are under the direction of Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Rayville.

Mary E. Shadic, 71 Mary Elizabeth Shadic of Monroe, a homemaker, died Monday. Services are noon Saturday at Dean Baptist Church, Marion. Visitation is 10 a.m. Saturday until service time at the church. Burial will be in the church cemetery under the direction of Griffin Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Virginia Spivey, 67 CHATHAM — Virginia Fay "Bootsie" Spivey died Thursday. Services are 10 a.m. Saturday at Southern Funeral Home, Jonesboro. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Friday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Springhill Cemetery, Jonesboro.

Dovie Tarver, 100 Dovie Tarver of West Monroe, a retired cafeteria worker, died Wednesday. Services are 10 a.m. Saturday at Gill First National Funeral Home, Winnsboro. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Friday at the funeral home. Burial will be in South Central Cemetery.

James Toston, 79 James Toston of Monroe, a retired track foreman, died Wednesday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Jerusalem Baptist Church. Visitation is 1-6 p.m. Friday at Miller Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in the church cemetery.

Fleming Turner, 77 Fleming Turner of Monroe, an EAP representative with Chrysler Corp., died Thursday. Arrangements are incomplete under the directions of Funerals by McFarland, Monroe.

Damon Washington, 36 Damon Washington of Monroe, a cook, died Friday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Zion Spring Baptist Church, Monroe. Visitation is 1-6 p.m. Friday at Smith Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens.

Ruthie M. Watson, 67 Ruthie McGee Watson of Monroe, a homemaker, died Monday. Services are 1 p.m. Tuesday at Church of Living God. Visitation is 2-6 p.m. Monday at Funerals by McFarland, Monroe. Burial will be in Magnolia Cemetery.

Edna Weaver, 82 BASTROP — Edna Weaver, a homemaker, died Thursday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED Adams, Howard K.: 11 a.m. Saturday, Olive Branch Baptist Church, West Monroe. Bolden, Robert L.: noon Friday, Newlight Baptist Church, Wisner. Carter, Mark L.: 5 p.m. Saturday, Bonne Idee Assembly of God Church, Hwy. 2, Mer Rouge. Daniel, Willie Elizabeth Moore: 1:30 p.m. Saturday, Richwood Memorial Gardens, Richwood. Duncan, Celisa: 11 a.m. Saturday, Hester Central State Funeral Home, Monroe. Esters, Gail: 11 a.m. Saturday, Greater One Christian Fellowship Church, Delhi. Hampton, Joice: 10 a.m. Saturday, Mount Olivet Baptist Church, Monroe. Shelly, Judy J.: 1 p.m. Saturday, Winnsboro Second Baptist Church, Winnsboro.

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

Atsie Mae Stanford Hales Funeral services for Mrs. Atsie Mae Stanford Hales will be held at 2:00 pm on Saturday, October 15, 2011 at First Baptist Church in Archibald, Louisiana with Brother John Cleveland and Brother Amos T. Humphries officiating. Interment will follow at Lynn Cemetery in Archibald, Louisiana under the direction of Brown-Holley Funeral Home. Atsie Mae Stanford Hales was born February 14, 1920 in Marion, Louisiana. She passed away at the Colonial Manor in Rayville, Louisiana on October 10, 2011. Atsie Mae Stanford Hales was married to Myrt Hales, Sr. for 68 years, prior to his death in 2004.Mrs. Hales was, also, preceded in death by her parents, Lenora Aulds and William Otis Stanford; her brother, Virgil Field Stanford; and sister, Bobbie Jean Stanford Humphries. Atsie Mae Stanford Hales had two children: her daughter Lee Ola Hales Hill and her husband Thomas Rogers Hill, Sr., her son Myrt Tillman Hales, Jr. and his wife Angela Hanvey Hales; her grandchildren, Thomas Rogers Hill, Jr., William Jeffery Hill and his wife Monique LaVonne Carter Hill, Mamie Elizabeth (Beth) Hill Posey and her husband Mark Elton Posey, Myrt Tillman Hales, III, and Jan Marie Hales; her great-grandchildren, Jeffrey Wayne Carter, Amanda (Mandy) Lee Posey, Jeremy Kevin Hill, Sarah Elizabeth Posey, Casey Erin Johnson, Alexander Ray Hill, and Jonathan Tyler Hill; and 1 great-great-grandchild, Patrick Wayne Carter. She is, also, survived by her sister-in-law, Thelma Hales Moon and her husband Emory Moon; sister-in-law, Lourdis Hales; and brother-in-law, Virgil Crawford. Atsie Mae Stanford Hales was an industrious, hard working woman of faith. Her life revolved around her family, her church and work. She and her husband Myrt Hales, Sr., operated Myrt Hales Grocery, east of Archibald for over 50 years. In addition to working in the family store and contributing to the family farm, she, also, was a school cafeteria worker and later in life she was a private sitter. Mrs. Hales was actively involved in the life of First Baptist Church, Archibald where she served as church treasurer for 37 years and she served as Sunday school teacher for 50 years. She practiced her faith outside of the church by holding weekly Bible classes at the Colonial Manor Nursing Home and the Rayville Guest House for over 30 years. Her Bible was never far away and she referred to it regularly. Mrs. Hales enjoyed her membership in the Order of the Eastern Star. She served as Worthy Matron of Mangham # 152. Mrs. Hales was a devoted servant to her family, friends and community. She was actively involved in the lives of all her grandchildren and great grandchildren. She faithfully attended to her husband, Myrt Hales, Sr. until his death at the age of 94. Mrs. Hales leaves her family with a legacy of hard work, love of family, devotion to all members of her community and a walk of faith with her Lord. A special thanks to Mr. Rob Landry, Administrator, and the staff at Colonial Manor for their love and support during her battle with Alzheimer's Disease. Serving as pallbearers are James Adcock, Jr., David Castleman, Glen Copes, John Crocker, David Gibson, Clint Haddock, Jimmy Harrell, and James "Imp" Hendrix. Serving as honorary pallbearers are James Adcock, Sr., Steve Dean, Billy McCullough, Wendell Shoemaker, N.D. Smith, and Ernest Young. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to First Baptist Church, Archibald, Sanctuary Renovations, PO Box 177, Archibald, LA 71218. Visitation will be held on Friday, October 14, 2011 from 5:00 pm until 8:00 pm at Brown-Holley Funeral Home in Rayville, Louisiana. To leave condolences for the family go online to www.brownholleyfuneralhomes.com Brown-Holley Funeral Home Rayville, LA Published in The News Star from October 13 to October 15, 2011

Sallie M. Arrant, 90 Sallie M. Arrant of West Monroe, a retired day care operator, died Thursday. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Visitation is 1 p.m. Saturday until service time at the funeral home. Burial will be in Mount Vernon Church Cemetery, West Monroe.

Mary C. Burt, 81 SHREVEPORT — Mary Cooper Burt, a retired car rental agent, died Thursday. Graveside services are 2 p.m. Saturday in Liberty Cemetery, near Linville. Visitation is noon until 1 p.m. Saturday at Farrar Funeral Home, Farmerville.

Tanya M. Carter, 61 SIMSBORO — Tanya Moffett Carter, a homemaker, died Thursday. Services are 2 p.m. Monday at Edmonds Funeral Home, Jonesboro. Visitation is 4-8 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Antioch Cemetery, Quitman.

Richard D. Dixon, 24 Richard D. Dixon of Monroe, a laborer, died Oct. 5. Services were 2 p.m. Friday at Bright Oak Baptist Church, Monroe. Burial was in Magnolia Cemetery under the direction of Funerals by McFarland, Monroe.

Charles W. Downs, 63 ATHENS, Ala. — Charles Wayne Downs died Thursday. Graveside services are noon Sunday at Bottoms Cemetery. Visitation is 11 a.m. until 11:30 a.m. at Limestone Chapel Funeral Home, Athens.

Bunny S. Jones, 56 FERRIDAY — Bunny Sequin Jones, a Concordia Parish Correctional Facility employee, died Thursday. Services are 10 a.m. Monday at Young's Funeral Home. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Jones Family Cemetery.

Preston M. Lea, 76 ROCKY BRANCH — Preston Malcolm Lea, a photographer, died Thursday. Services are 2 p.m. Sunday at Rocky Branch Baptist Church. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Saturday at the church. Burial will follow services under the direction of Griffin Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Ruthie M. Watson, 67 Ruthie McGee Watson of Monroe, a homemaker, died Monday. Services are 1 p.m. Tuesday at Church of Living God. Visitation is 2-6 p.m. Monday at Funerals by McFarland, Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens.

Corey D. Weeks, 24 COLUMBIA — Corey Devin Weeks died Friday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Riser Funeral Home.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED Adams, Howard K.: 11 a.m. Saturday, Olive Branch Baptist Church, West Monroe. Bradley, Elizabeth: 1 p.m. Saturday, New Philadelphia Baptist Church, Bastrop. Carter, Mark L.: 5 p.m. Saturday, Bonne Idee Assembly of God Church, Hwy. 2, Mer Rouge. Cole, Taminika: 11 a.m. Saturday, Jerusalem Cemetery, Mer Rouge. Daniel, Willie Elizabeth Moore: 1:30 p.m. Saturday, Richwood Memorial Gardens, Richwood. Duncan, Celisa: 11 a.m. Saturday, Hester Central State Funeral Home, Monroe. Esters, Gail: 11 a.m. Saturday, Greater One Christian Fellowship Church, Delhi. Hampton, Joice: 10 a.m. Saturday, Mount Olivet Baptist Church, Monroe. Henderson, Curtis Lee: 11 a.m. Saturday, True Vine Baptist Church, Monroe. Hitt, Larry: 2 p.m. Saturday, First United Pentecostal Church, Winnsboro. Jackson, Gracie: 1 p.m. Saturday, Shackleford Missionary Baptist Church, Newellton. Kennedy, Olivia C.: 11 a.m. Saturday, Mount Olive Baptist Church, Oak Grove. Nelson Sr., Arthur L. "Art": 1 p.m. Saturday, Columbia Heights Baptist Church. Peek Jr., James William "Jimmy": 1 p.m. Saturday, Young's Funeral Home, Ferriday. Peoples, John: 1 p.m. Monday, Lightwood Baptist Church, Lightwood. Peppers Jr., Travis: 10 a.m. Saturday, Roselawn Memorial Gardens, Calhoun. Ramsay, Jeanne: 3 p.m. Saturday, Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery, Monroe. Shelly, Judy J.: 1 p.m. Saturday, Winnsboro Second Baptist Church, Winnsboro. Shadic, Mary Elizabeth: noon Saturday, Dean Baptist Church, Marion. Spivey, Virginia Fay "Bootsie": 10 a.m. Saturday, Southern Funeral Home, Jonesboro. Tarver, Dovie: 10 a.m. Saturday, Gill First National Funeral Home, Winnsboro. Toston, James: 11 a.m. Saturday, Jerusalem Baptist Church. Washington, Damon: 11 a.m. Saturday, Zion Spring Baptist Church, Monroe.

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

Joseph D. Elder, Jr. Funeral services for Joseph D. Elder, Jr. of Marksville will take place at the St. Alphonsus Catholic Church of Hessmer on Saturday, October 15, 2011, beginning at 10:00am. Visitations will be held at the Escudé Funeral Home of Mansura on Friday, October 14, 2011, from 1:00pm to 8:00pm, with a rosary at 6:30pm. Visitations will then resume Saturday morning at 8:00am. Burial services will be held by the family in private. Joseph D. Elder, Jr., age 65, passed away at The Methodist Hospital System of Houston on Monday, October 10, 2011. Joe Elder founded, owned and operated Elder Wood Preserving Co., Inc in Mansura, Louisiana since 1976. Joe Elder was a member of many civic and community organizations. He believed that it was his duty to give back to God and his community. Joe was also very active in his industry. He was both a member and/or board member of the Southern Forest Products Association, the Southeastern Lumber Manufacturers Association, The Treated Wood Council, and many other organizations. He was named the 2008 Avoyellean of the Year by the Avoyelles Journal. His enduring commitment to education was expressed through multiple annual generous donations to the Avoyelles Parish School Board for funding grants to Avoyelles Parish teachers and to Avoyelles High School for special projects. Every year, Mr. Elder also gave generous donations to several local churches, the Boy Scouts, the Louisiana Baptist Children's Home and to the Louisiana 4-H Museum in Mansura. He also made donations to the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries (LDWF) to build duck blinds and deer stands for the LDWF's Youth and Physically Challenged Hunting Programs. LDWF constructed 19 wheelchair-accessible deer stands on five wildlife management areas throughout the state and a handful of wheelchair accessible duck blinds on four wildlife management areas. He is preceded in death by his parents, Joe Elder, Sr. and Frankie Wyble Elder. He is survived by his; children, Stephen Douglas Elder, Laurie Joleen Elder Raborn and her husband Barry Raborn, Chad York Elder, and Joe Elder, II; grandchildren, Mackinley Elder, Landon Elder, Lucia Raborn, Eva Raborn, Isabella Elder, and Ayden Elder; brothers and sisters, Jo Anna Elder Boland, James Donald Elder and wife Clara Jean Elder, Edna Helen Elder Brown, and his twin brother Francis Dwight Elder and wife Mary Veillon Elder; he is also survived by numerous nieces and nephews. In lieu of flowers, it was Mr. Elder's request that donations be made to the Joseph D. Elder, Jr. Scholarship Fund / Avoyelles High School / 287 Main St. Moreauville, LA 71355. Services and arrangements are under the direction of Escudé Funeral Home. Escude' Funeral Home Mansura, LA Published in The News Star from October 14 to October 15, 2011

Atsie Mae Stanford Hales Funeral services for Mrs. Atsie Mae Stanford Hales will be held at 2:00 pm on Saturday, October 15, 2011 at First Baptist Church in Archibald, Louisiana with Brother John Cleveland and Brother Amos T. Humphries officiating. Interment will follow at Lynn Cemetery in Archibald, Louisiana under the direction of Brown-Holley Funeral Home. Atsie Mae Stanford Hales was born February 14, 1920 in Marion, Louisiana. She passed away at the Colonial Manor in Rayville, Louisiana on October 10, 2011. Atsie Mae Stanford Hales was married to Myrt Hales, Sr. for 68 years, prior to his death in 2004.Mrs. Hales was, also, preceded in death by her parents, Lenora Aulds and William Otis Stanford; her brother, Virgil Field Stanford; and sister, Bobbie Jean Stanford Humphries. Atsie Mae Stanford Hales had two children: her daughter Lee Ola Hales Hill and her husband Thomas Rogers Hill, Sr., her son Myrt Tillman Hales, Jr. and his wife Angela Hanvey Hales; her grandchildren, Thomas Rogers Hill, Jr., William Jeffery Hill and his wife Monique LaVonne Carter Hill, Mamie Elizabeth (Beth) Hill Posey and her husband Mark Elton Posey, Myrt Tillman Hales, III, and Jan Marie Hales; her great-grandchildren, Jeffrey Wayne Carter, Amanda (Mandy) Lee Posey, Jeremy Kevin Hill, Sarah Elizabeth Posey, Casey Erin Johnson, Alexander Ray Hill, and Jonathan Tyler Hill; and 1 great-great-grandchild, Patrick Wayne Carter. She is, also, survived by her sister-in-law, Thelma Hales Moon and her husband Emory Moon; sister-in-law, Lourdis Hales; and brother-in-law, Virgil Crawford. Atsie Mae Stanford Hales was an industrious, hard working woman of faith. Her life revolved around her family, her church and work. She and her husband Myrt Hales, Sr., operated Myrt Hales Grocery, east of Archibald for over 50 years. In addition to working in the family store and contributing to the family farm, she, also, was a school cafeteria worker and later in life she was a private sitter. Mrs. Hales was actively involved in the life of First Baptist Church, Archibald where she served as church treasurer for 37 years and she served as Sunday school teacher for 50 years. She practiced her faith outside of the church by holding weekly Bible classes at the Colonial Manor Nursing Home and the Rayville Guest House for over 30 years. Her Bible was never far away and she referred to it regularly. Mrs. Hales enjoyed her membership in the Order of the Eastern Star. She served as Worthy Matron of Mangham # 152. Mrs. Hales was a devoted servant to her family, friends and community. She was actively involved in the lives of all her grandchildren and great grandchildren. She faithfully attended to her husband, Myrt Hales, Sr. until his death at the age of 94. Mrs. Hales leaves her family with a legacy of hard work, love of family, devotion to all members of her community and a walk of faith with her Lord. A special thanks to Mr. Rob Landry, Administrator, and the staff at Colonial Manor for their love and support during her battle with Alzheimer's Disease. Serving as pallbearers are James Adcock, Jr., David Castleman, Glen Copes, John Crocker, David Gibson, Clint Haddock, Jimmy Harrell, and James "Imp" Hendrix. Serving as honorary pallbearers are James Adcock, Sr., Steve Dean, Billy McCullough, Wendell Shoemaker, N.D. Smith, and Ernest Young. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to First Baptist Church, Archibald, Sanctuary Renovations, PO Box 177, Archibald, LA 71218. Visitation will be held on Friday, October 14, 2011 from 5:00 pm until 8:00 pm at Brown-Holley Funeral Home in Rayville, Louisiana. To leave condolences for the family go online to www.brownholleyfuneralhomes.com Brown-Holley Funeral Home Rayville, LA Published in The News Star from October 13 to October 15, 2011

Preston Malcolm Lea Preston Malcolm Lea, 76, a Photographer of Rocky Branch, passed away on October 13, 2011. He was born On June 17, 1935 in Pahokee, Florida. Funeral Services will be at Rocky Branch Baptist Church Sunday, October 16, 2011, at 2:00 p.m. Visitation will be from 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m., Saturday at Rocky Branch Baptist Church. Interment will follow services under the direction of Griffin Funeral Home in West Monroe. Mr. Lea is preceded in death by his parents Virgil and Lucile Lea and a brother James M. Lea. Mr Lea is survived by his loving wife of 39 years, Cora Yvonne Tousinau Lea of Rocky Branch; brother Eugene D. Lea and wife Sylvia of Fayetteville, AR; numerous Nieces and Nephews and a special friend Kyle Brothers of Rocky Branch. Pallbearers will be Bill Russell, Joel Eubanks, Roger Eubanks, Jerry Arrant, Lane Brothers, Christopher Lawrence. Honorary Pallbearers will be Mack Redmond, Earl Babineau, and Wayne Bareswell. Online condolences may be made to the family at www.griffinfuneralhome.net Griffin Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Published in The News Star on October 15, 2011

George W. McDanell Funeral services for Mr. George W. McDanell, 74 of West Monroe will be held at 11:00 AM, Sunday, October 16, 2011 at West Monroe Convention Center Conference Hall. Rev. David Womack, Rev. Daymond Heinrich, and Rev. Timothy Shapley will be officiating. Interment will follow at Hasley Cemetery West Monroe under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe. Mr. McDanell was born December 6, 1936 in Ouachita Parish and passed away October 13, 2011 in West Monroe. He served in the United States Marine Corps and was a member of Walnut Grove Southern Methodist Church. Mr. McDanell was retired from West Monroe Police Department as an Assistsant Police Chief with over 30 years of service and was currently employed with West Monroe Marshalls office. He was a 32 degree Mason and served as past Master of Cadeville Lodge. He was a member of Dixie Chapter of Eastern Star and was serving as Worthy Patron. Mr. McDanell was preceded in death by his wives, Louise Bonnett McDanell and Martha Jones McDanell. He is survived by his wife; Sylvia Cummings McDanell; children; Judy Correro and husband Chuck, Ginger Joyner, Todd Cummings and wife Kim, Tim Cummings and wife Charlene and David Cummings and wife Amy; grandchildren; Bryan Taylor and wife Susan, Shannon Vidalier and husband Kelly, Andy Calhoun and wife Kammy, Jody Calhoun and wife Morgan, Clay Calhoun and wife Shalonda, Jacklyn Cummings, Haleigh Malone, Michael Cummmings, Brandon Cummings and wife Ali, Justin Cummings and wife Sarah, Connor Cummings and Grace Cummings; great-grandchildren; Drake Cummings, Jaycee Cummings, Dakota Taylor, Daniel Taylor, Bailey Taylor, Dustin Vidalier, Devin Vidalier, Dillon Vidalier, Austin Calhoun, Kaleb Calhoun, Thor Calhoun, Trey Calhoun and Gaven Calhoun; sister, Beth Wilson and husband Jessie, Myrlene Axtell and husband Bill, Wilma Partrige and husband Bob; brother, Dale McDanell and wife Sandra; and a host of nieces and nephews. Pallbearers will be Larry Norris, Johnny Bo Mitchell, William Guyton, L.V. Frith, Chris Sasser and Harold Freeman. Honorary pallbearers will be Art Holomon, Tommy Stroud and Carlton Traweek. Visitation will be held Saturday from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM at Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe. In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to Walnut Grove Church Building Fund. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Published in The News Star on October 15, 2011

Dovie Smith Tarver Funeral services for Dovie Smith Tarver, 100, a retired cafeteria worker from West Monroe, will be at 10 AM Saturday October 15 in the chapel of Gill First National Funeral Home. Rev. Jimmy Masters and Rev. Mark Foster will be officiating. Interment will be in South Central Cemetery, Wisner, LA. Mrs. Tarver was born September 28, 1911 in Winn Parish to the union of Claude Clifton and Beulah Peevy Smith and passed from this life at her home in West Monroe, LA on October 12, 2011. She was married to Julius M. Tarver, Sr. for 61 years until his death in 1991. Mrs. Tarver was a woman of prayer and faith and believed that God could do anything. She was a hard worker all her life. She lived her whole life for others loving her family beyond measure. She was Pentecostal through and through, having received the gift of the Holy Ghost in 1939 at Chase, Louisiana. She lived her religion and you never had to wonder if she was a Christian. God was faithful to take care of her all her life, especially during the last few years. The Tarver's operated a nursery in their home after she retired from working at the college. These children were treated like part of her family and had a home cooked meal everyday. Mrs. Tarver was an excellent seamstress and quilter. Her family has so many quilts with such tiny stitches to cherish.s. Tarver is preceded in death by her parents, her husband, brothers: Charles Smith, Clifton Smith, H. B. Smith, Roy Smith and sisters: Lavada Guillot and Stella Martin. She left to cherish her memory her daughter Lola Tillman and husband Noble; son Julius Moise Tarver, Jr.; grandchildren Tracie Downs and husband Eric; Jodi Tarver; Joshua Tarver and wife Erin; Jennifer Knight and husband Bubba, Donnie Tillman and wife Samantha; Libby Bonner and husband Jim and Ken Tillman and wife Brandy; great grandchildren Alec Nelsen; Brock Nelsen and wife Amber; Logan Nelsen; Gavin de Soler; Ezra Tarver; Haivyn Tarver; Jayden Anderson; Raleigh Anderson; Mena Anderson; Arianna Vidal; Jalyn Knight; Steven Knight; Tristan Knight; Brittany Faulkenberry and husband Paul; Rachel Thomas and husband Patrick; Jason Bonner; Jobeth Bonner; Dallion Tillman; Dorian Tillman; great great grandchild Ralynn Nelsen; brothers: Charlie Smith and Curtis Smith; sisters: Myrtis Strittman and Gladys Jones; and special nephew Raymond C. Smith. Pallbearers will be Joshua Tarver, Bubba Knight, Jerry Martin, Jim Bonner, Donny Tillman and Ken Tillman. Visitation will be 5-8 pm Friday October 14, at the funeral home. Gill First National Funeral Home Winnsboro, LA Published in The News Star on October 15, 2011

Bertie M. Bible, 94 PIONEER — Bertie M. Bible, a homemaker, died Friday. Services are 2 p.m. Sunday at New Hope Church of God. Burial will be in Unity Cemetery under the direction of Brown-Holley funeral home of Oak Grove.

Majorie H. Crawford, 92 FARMERVILLE — Majorie Hearne Crawford, a homemaker, died Friday. Services are 11 a.m. Monday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Visitation is 10 a.m. Monday until time of service at the funeral home. Burial will be in Mount Nebo Cemetery, Downsville.

Sammy E. Ferracci, 69 Sammy E. Ferracci of Monroe, a retired parts manager and car salesman, died Saturday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Monroe.

Billy J. Hattaway, 80 JONESBORO — Billy J. Hattaway, a retired timber industry supervisor, died Thursday. Services are 10:30 a.m. Monday at Southern Funeral Home. Visitation is 3-6 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home. Bureial will be in Friendship Cemetery.

George W. McDanell, 74 George Wayne McDannell of West Monroe, a retired West Monroe Police Department asssistant police chief, died Friday. Services are 11 a.m. Sunday in the conference room of the West Monroe Convention Center. Burial will be in Hasley Cemetery, West Monroe, under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Deborah Weaver, 56 RAYVILLE — Deborah Weaver died Saturday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Brown-Holley Funeral Home.

Eva E. Wilson, 94 JONESVILLE — Eva Estelle Wilson, a homemaker, died Satuarday. Services are 2:30 p.m. Monday at Young's Funeral Home. Visitation is noon Monday until time of service at the funeral home. Burial will be in White's Ridge Cemetery.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED Carter, Tanya Moffett: 2 p.m. Monday, Edmonds Funeral Home, Jonesboro. Downs, Charles Wayne: Noon Sunday, Bottoms Cemetery, Athens, Ala. Jones, Bunny Sequin: 10 a.m. Monday, Young's Funeral Home, Ferriday. Lea, Preston Malcolm: 2 p.m. Sunday, Rocky Branch Baptist Church, Rocky Branch. Peoples, John: 1 p.m. Monday, Lightwood Baptist Church, Lightwood. Watson, Ruthie McGee: 1 p.m. Tuesday, Church of Living God, Monroe.

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

Dolores Ann Waddle Recoulley Funeral services for Dolores Ann Waddle Recoulley, 76, of Monroe, will be held at 11:00 AM, Monday, October 17, 2011, in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe, with Rev. Mark Fenn officiating. Interment will follow at Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery. Mrs. Recoulley died Friday, October 14, 2011, at home after a brief illness. She was a member of First Baptist Church of West Monroe. Survivors include her husband, A. H. "Sonny" Recoulley, Jr.; son, A. H. "Rec" Recoulley III; daughters, Karen Recoulley Siudy, Charese Recoulley Aldridge, and Sami Recoulley Owens; brothers, Travis Waddle and Mark Waddle; and ten grandchildren. Pallbearers will be Rick Owens, Spence Aldridge, Britton Mardis, Matt Dickerson, Jerry Coghlan, and Robert Moore. Honorary pallbearers will be Henry Sanford, Armand Stokes, Bud Feazel, Mike McGee, Buck Stokes, Roy Barnett, and Bobby Burkett. Visitation will be Monday from 10:00 AM until service time at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Rd., Monroe, LA. Published in The News Star on October 16, 2011

Jesse Lee Warren Jesse Lee Warren was born on October 1, 1947 In Phillip, MS and passed away on Monday, October 3, 2011 in Monroe, LA. He was a loving husband, father, brother, uncle, and Grandfather. Mr. Warren was a member of the Friendship Baptist Church in Baskin, LA, where a memorial service will be held on Sunday, October 23, 2011 at 2:00 PM. After graduation from Ferriday High School, he joined the U.S. Navy serving in Vietnam and Midway Island. He completed a total of 35 years of military service with the National Guard of Louisiana, U S Navy, and U S Air Force. He retired after serving in Iraq with the U S Air Force Reserves with the rank of Master Sergeant. Jesse worked for the University of Louisiana at Monroe as a Maintenance Foreman, and retired after 34 years. Jesse was a Third Degree Mason and a member of VFW Post 3155 in Winnsboro, LA. Jesse is preceded in death by his parents, Robert and Josephine Warren of Ferriday, LA; beloved daughter Robyn Warren, and sister Mary Lou Pailette, both of West Monroe, LA; Brothers, James Henry of St. Joseph, LA and Hollis Smith of Bude, MS. Jesse is survived by his loving wife Anita, children: Debra Kay of Leesburg, TX; Kelly Newman of New Diana, TX; Kim Rogers of Beckville, TX; and John Stockstill of Pittsburg, TX; Sisters: Ruth Jones of Lubbock, TX; Earlene Moore of Wisner, LA; and Sheryl Mills of Jackson, MS; Brothers, Charles Warren of Morton, MS; Danny Goodwin of Boyce, LA; Johnny McClenden of Harrisonburg, LA; Ray Lynn Pittman of Foxworth, MS, and Tony Henry of Marshal, TX; seven Grandchildren, three Great-grandchildren, and many loving and favored Nieces and Nephews. Arrangements were made under the direction of Griffin Funeral home and Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.griffinfuneralhome.net. Griffin Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Published in The News Star on October 16, 2011

Corey Devin Weeks Funeral services for Corey Devin Weeks, age 24, of Columbia, LA will be held 2:00 p.m., Monday, October 17, 2011 from the sanctuary of the Old Bethel Baptist Church at Clarks with Rev. Keith Thomas and Rev. Shane Duke officiating. Interment will follow in the church cemetery under the direction of Riser Funeral Home of Columbia. Visitation will be on Sunday evening from 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at the church. Corey was born on June 14, 1987 at Monroe , La to the union of his parents Kevin Keith Weeks and Lynette Waits Weeks. He passed from this life on Friday October 14, 2011. Corey was preceded in death by his father Kevin Weeks. Those left to cherish his memory are his mother, Lynette W. Weeks of Columbia; his brother and sister-in-law Caleb and Hilary Weeks ; grandparents, William and Linda Waits and Jackie Cossey; Uncle and Aunt, Ricky and Donna Rollins, and Uncle Eric Weeks; niece and nephew, Halli and Landon Weeks; and cousins, Justin and Jake Rollins .Corey had many friends and was loved by all. Serving as pallbearers will be Gary Rider, Dustin Duncan, Dewayne Peterson, Jesse Rucker, Buddy Gill, and Ethan Howard. Memorials may be made to the Old Bethel Christian Academy, 1468 Highway 547, Clarks, La, 71415. Online registry/ condolences: riserfuneralhomes.com Riser Funeral Home Columbia, LA. Published in The News Star on October 16, 2011

Syble Grant, 75 RUSTON — Syble Grant, a homemaker, died Saturday. Funeral arrangements are incomplete at Kilpatrick Funeral Home of Ruston.

Jean Walker Gray, 77 ATLANTA — Jean Walker Gray, formerly of Winnsboro, died Saturday. Funeral services are at 2 p.m. Monday at Bethany Worship Center in Crowville. Burial is in Reeves Cemetery in Pioneer under the direction of Gill First National Funeral Home of Winnsboro.

Saint J. Miles, 92 Saint Joseph Miles of Monroe, a lumber worker, died Thursday. Graveside services are at 1 p.m. Tuesday at Richwood Memorial Gardens, Richwood, LA. Visitation is 1-4 p.m. Monday at Smith Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in the Richwood Memorial Gardens.

Dolores W. Recoulley, 76 Dolores Ann Waddle Recoulley of Monroe, a homemaker, died Friday. Funeral services are at 11 a.m. Monday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Visitation is 10-11 a.m. Monday at the funeral home. Burial is in the Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery.

Evie G. Thompson, 89 BASTROP — Evie Gertrude Thompson died Sunday. Arrangements are incomplete at Golden Funeral Home.

Robert C. Wagner, 78 Robert C. Wagner of West Monroe, a retired director of Kisatchie Delta Regional Planning and Development District, died Saturday. Arrangements are incomplete at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Deborah A. Weaver, 56 RAYVILLE — Deborah A. Weaver, a homemaker, died Saturday. Funeral services are 2 p.m. Monday at Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Rayville. Burial will be in the Stevenson Cemetery under the direction of Brown-Holley Funeral Home.

Corey D. Weeks, 24 COLUMBIA — Corey Devin Weeks died Friday. Funeral services are at 2 p.m. Monday at the Old Bethel Baptist Church, Clarks. Visitation will be at the church until time of service. Burial will be in the Old Bethel Cemetery under direction of Riser Funeral Home of Columbia.

Ray Williams, 84 START — Ray Williams died Sunday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Rayville.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED Carter, Tanya Moffett: 2 p.m. Monday, Edmonds Funeral Home, Jonesboro. Crawford, Majorie Hearne: 11 a.m. Monday, Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Hattaway, Billy J.: 10:30 a.m. Monday, Southern Funeral Home, Jonesboro. Jones, Bunny Sequin: 10 a.m. Monday, Young's Funeral Home, Ferriday. Peoples, John: 1 p.m. Monday, Lightwood Baptist Church, Lightwood. Watson, Ruthie McGee: 1 p.m. Tuesday, Church of Living God, Monroe. Wilson, Eva Estelle: 2:30 p.m. Monday, Young's Funeral Home, Jonesville.

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

Sammy Eugene Ferracci Funeral services for Sammy Eugene Ferracci, 69, of Monroe, will be held at 10:00 AM, Tuesday, October 18, 2011, at Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Church with Rev. Sebastian Kallarackal officiating. Interment to follow at St. Paschal Catholic Cemetery in West Monroe under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Mr. Ferracci was born December 9,1941 in Greenville, MS and passed away October 15, 2011 at St. Francis Specialty Hospital after a brief illness. He graduated from Shaw High School in Shaw, MS and attended Delta State University in Cleveland, MS on a football scholarship. Mr. Ferracci was employed at Twin City Pontiac for 16 years, then joined his son, Jeff, at Galaxy Motors now known as La. Car Mart for the past 33 years. He was a member of Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Church and Amvets Post # 66 Monroe, LA. He enjoyed playing dominos and was an avid sports fan, but his greatest pleasure was spending time with his son, family, and friends. Mr. Ferracci was preceded in death by his father, Miro John Ferracci; and daughter, Connie Lee Ann Ferracci. Survivors include his mother, Mary Lee Giardina Ferracci; son, Jeff Ferracci and wife Nina of Monroe; daughter, Jessica Ferracci Hughes and husband Scott of Atlanta, GA; his former wife and mother of his children, Ginger Bowling; grandchildren, Chelsie Ferracci and Lindsey Ferracci Webster and husband Jonathan of Monroe, and Foster Hughes, Prescott Hughes, Charles Hughes, and Emily Hughes of Atlanta, GA; brother, Miro Ferracci and wife Nancy of Clarksdale, MS; sisters, Patricia Labaj of Long Beach, MS, and Betty Lee Dunn of Indianola, MS; and numerous nieces and nephews. Pallbearers will be Jake Feeback, Mark Morgan, Daniel Wood, Terry Culver, Ronald Gene Underwood, Marshall "Pops" Weaver, PD McVay, and Gary Hamaker. Honorary pallbearers will be Frank Feeback, Sal Pitarro, Barry Linder, Russ Tatum, David Earl Freeman, Joe Mallard, Leo Ticheli, and Jay Hancock. Visitation will be Monday, October 17, 2011, from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. The family wishes to extend a Special Thanks to nursing, respiratory staff, and doctors at the St. Francis Specialty Hospital. Also, Special Thanks to his many friends, including Phyllis Robinson. Memorials may be made to Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Church. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Rd., Monroe, LA. Published in The News Star on October 17, 2011

Frankie Haley Foster Services for Mrs. Frankie Haley Foster, age 86, of Downsville, LA will be held on Tuesday, October 18, 2011 at 2:00 PM at Bethel Church, Downsville, LA. Officiating will be Bro. Laymond Tucker. Burial will follow in Mt. Nebo Cemetery under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home in Farmerville, LA. Mrs. Foster was born on April 27, 1925 in Eudora, AR., and passed away on October 16, 2011 in Downsville, LA. She was a member of Bethel Church and during WWII was a telephone Operator in New Orleans. She is preceded in death by her husband, George Foster; sisters, Lena Elliott; and Helen Britton. She is survived by her son, Mike Foster of New Orleans, LA; niece, Peggy Saffer of KY; and lifetime best friend Nancy Jones. Pallbearers will be: Robbie James, Bruce Russell, Danny Frasier, Tig Gates, Anthony Yakaboski, and David Harris. Visitation will be held on Monday, October 17, 2011 from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM at Kilpatrick Funeral Home in Farmerville, LA.. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com Kilpatrick Funeral Home Farmerville, LA. Published in The News Star on October 17, 2011

Sammy E. Ferracci, 69 Sammy Eugene Ferracci, of Monroe, a retired parts manager and car salesman, died Saturday. Services are 10 a.m. Tuesday at Our lady of Fatima Catholic Church, Monroe. Burial will be in St. Paschal Catholic Cemetery, West Monroe, under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Monroe.

Frankie H. Foster, 86 DOWNSVILLE — Frankie Haley Foster, a homemaker, died Sunday. Services are 2 p.m. Tuesday at Bethel Church, Downsville. Burial will be in Mount Nebo Cemetery under direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Farmerville.

Syble Grant, 75 RUSTON — Syble Grant, a homemaker, died Saturday. Services are 10 a.m. Thursday at Temple Baptist Church Chapel, Ruston. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Wednesday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Ruston. Burial will be in Sardis Cemetery in Farmerville.

Frank L. Griffin, 79 LAKE PROVIDENCE — Frank Lee Griffin, a laborer, died Sunday. Arrangements are incomplete at Funerals by McFarland.

Brady L. Hairston, 14 Brady Lee Hairston of Monroe, student at Ouachita Parish Junior High School, died Sunday. Funeral arrangements are incomplete at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Monroe.

Huey G. Kennedy, 76 Huey Gerald Kennedy of West Monroe, a truck driver, died Sunday. Services are 10:30 a.m. Wednesday at Griffin Funeral Home, West Monroe. Visitation is from 5-8 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Liberty Hill Cemetery, Farmerville.

Saint J. Miles, 92 Saint Joseph Miles of Monroe, a lumber worker, died Thursday. Services are 1 p.m. Tuesday at Smith Funeral Home. Burial will be in the Richwood Memorial Gardens.

Dewey J. Peel, 71 Dewey Virginia Jones Peel of Calhoun, a retired administrative assistant of Monroe Regional Mental Heath Center, died Thursday. Graveside services will be at 10 a.m. Saturday at Roselawn Cemetery, Calhoun, under the direction of Griffin Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Willie L. Ross, 25 Willie L. Ross of Monroe, a laborer, died Sunday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Funerals by McFarland.

Lucille G. Slay, 76 OLLA — Lucille Grivette Slay of Olla, a homemaker, died Sunday. Services are 10 a.m. Wednesday at Riser Funeral Home, Olla. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Tuesday, at the funeral home. Burial will be at Olla Cemetery.

Randale E. Taylor, 55 VIDALIA — Randale Ellis "Randy" Taylor, a dispatcher for the Concordia Parish Sheriff's Office and Riverland Medical Center, died Sunday. Services are at 11 a.m. Thursday at Young's Funeral Home, Ferriday. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Natchez City Cemetery.

Evie G. Thompson, 89 BASTROP — Evie Gertrude Thompson, a homemaker, died Sunday. Graveside services are 2 p.m. Thursday at Memorial Park Cemetery under the direction of Golden Funeral Home. Visitation is 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home.

Fleming Turner, 77 Fleming Turner of Monroe, a retired electrician and EAP representative for Chrysler Corp., died Thursday. Services are 1 p.m. Wednesday at Green Grove Baptist Church, Alto, under the direction of Funerals by McFarland. Visitation is 2-8 p.m. Tuesday at Greater Free Gift Baptist Church. Burial will be in the church cemetery.

Mary N. Watkins, 89 CLAYTON — Mary N. Watkins, formerly of Clayton, a homemaker, died Friday. Graveside services are 2 p.m. Friday at Gayla Traina Cemetery near Jonesboro under the direction of Comer Funeral Home, Ferriday.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED Watson, Ruthie McGee: 1 p.m. Tuesday, Church of Living God, Monroe

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

June Bullock Albritton Funeral services for Mrs. June Bullock Albritton, 82 of Downsville, LA., will be held on Wednesday, October 19, 2011 at 2:00 P.M. at Mt. Ararat Baptist Church in Downsville, LA. Officiating at the services will be Rev. Bobby Jackson. Burial will follow in Mt. Ararat Cemetery under direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home of Farmerville. Mrs. Albritton was born on June 9, 1929 in Choudrant, LA.; and passed away on October 17, 2011 in Downsville, LA. She was a member of Mt. Ararat Baptist church in Downsville. She is survived by her husband, Thesly Albritton of Downsville, LA; son, Ricky Wayne Albritton of Bernice, LA; daughter, Janice Sweitzer of Downsville, LA; brothers, Lane Bullock of Ruston, LA; C.D. Bullock of Choudrant, LA; and sister, Nelda Allen of Choudrant, LA; grandsons, Jesse Albritton of Rocky Branch, LA; Devin Sweitzer of Downsville, LA; granddaughter's, Shay Riser of Downsville, LA; Aerika McMahan of Crossett, AR; Tiffany Sweitzer of Downsville, LA; and Sheridan Sweitzer of Downsville, LA; and eight great-grandchildren, Pallbearers will be Jesse Albritton, Devin Sweitzer, Adam Riser, Chip McMahan, Danny Albritton, and Johnny Guice. Visitation will be held Tuesday, October 18, 2011 from 5:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M. at Kilpatrick Funeral Home in Farmerville. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com. Kilpatrick Funeral Home Farmerville, LA Published in The News Star on October 18, 2011

Dr. James Murphy Henderson Funeral services for Dr. James M. Henderson, 83 of West Monroe, LA are at 10 AM, Wednesday, October 19, 2011 at Feazel Chapel of First Baptist Church of West Monroe with Rev. Mark Fenn and Rev. Woods Watson officiating. Interment follows at Hasley Cemetery in West Monroe under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe. Dr. Henderson was born February 25, 1928 in Durant, Mississippi and passed away October 17, 2011 in West Monroe. Dr. Henderson graduated from Drew High School in Drew, Mississippi. He served in the U.S. Navy during WWII. After military service, he attended and graduated from Mississippi College, where he also played football. Later he earned his Doctorate of Dental Surgery at the University of Tennessee, Memphis. Dr. Henderson was an avid gardener and duck hunter, and loved volleyball and West Monroe football. He was a member of Gideons International and was a deacon of First Baptist Church West Monroe. He volunteered at the greenhouse at the Senior Center and the Greenhouse at First Baptist Church West Monroe. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his first wife of 57 years Carolyn Reed Henderson in July, 2008. Survivors include his wife, Peggy McGaugh Henderson; his daughter, Corinne Henderson Pace and husband Johnny; his sons, Dr. James M. Henderson, Jr. and wife, Sandy, and Dr. Al Henderson; granddaughters, Lyndsay Henderson Turner and husband Shelby, Bonnie Pace Patterson and husband, Chris, and Julie Anne Pace; grandson, Teddy Henderson; great-granddaughter, Summer Turner; great-grandson, Sam Turner; step-children; Diane McGaugh Snell and husband Donnie, Sam McGaugh Jr. and wife Kim, David McGaugh and wife Kathi, Linda McGaugh Hendricks and husband Wayne; 9 grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren. Pallbearers are Teddy Henderson, Shelby Turner, Sam McGaugh, Jr., David McGaugh, Wayne Hendricks and Chris Patterson. Honorary pallbearers are his Sunday School Class Life Group. Visitation is Tuesday from 5:00 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 October 18, 2011

Robert "Bob" Wagner Funeral services for Mr. Robert "Bob" Wagner will be held at First Baptist Church of West Monroe in the Worship Center at 1:00 P.M., Wednesday, October 19, 2011. Officiating will be Rev. Dwight Munn and Bro. Johnny Guice. Interment will follow at 4:00 P.M. in the Woodlawn Cemetery in Jena, LA under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Homes of West Monroe. Robert "Bob" Cowan Wagner, age 78, passed away on October 15, 2011, in West Monroe, LA. Bob was loved and will be missed by his family and friends. He was born to Walter and Ivel Cowan Wagner in Kilgore TX on January 4, 1933. His family moved to Jena, LA in 1943, when he was 10 years old, to begin operating The Jena Times newspaper. Bob graduated from Jena High School in 1951 where he played in sports and the band. He then graduated from LSU in 1955. Bob served in the United States Army for three years. He was founder and owner of KCKW/KJNA radio station in Jena and of KPAL radio in Pineville, LA. He worked for Kisatchi-Delta Development district in Alexandria, LA for 32 years where he served as director for 9 years. After retirement, he helped promote tourism for the Louisiana Colonial Trails. He was a member of the First Baptist Church of West Monroe where he played the saxophone for the church Orchestra as well as Twin City Community Band, LA Jazzers, Louisiana Big Band, Cenla Big Band and the Louisiana College Symphonic Band. He enjoyed spending time with his family and friends and was an avid LSU football fan. He was preceded in death by his parents; his sister, Ferol Wagner and a nephew, Mike Coleman. Survivors are his wife Sue Beall Wagner; 2 sons, John Robert Wagner and Todd Gladden Wagner and his wife, Jenell; he was known as "Pops" to his 4 grandchildren, Tara Wagner, Bethanie Wagner, Emily Wagner, and Kathryn Wagner; 3 step-children, Dan Magee and his wife, Lisa, Rev. Bobby Magee and his wife, Tracy, Kris Clark and her husband, Jeff; and "Mr. Bob" to his 8 step-grandchildren, Scotty Moore, Walker Magee, Paige Clark, Libby Clark, Ben Clark, Caleb Magee, Jordan Magee and Ryan Magee; numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. Pallbearers will be Roger Beall, Phillip Montgomery, Rip Clements, Sam Scurria, Bob Sasser, Sherry Allen, John Albright and King Scott. Honorary pallbearers will be the members of the Smith/ Frazier Sunday school class. Visitation will be held 5:00 P.M. until 7:00 P.M., Tuesday, October 18, 2011, at Kilpatrick Funeral Homes of West Monroe. Donations may be made to the First Baptist Church of West Monroe Orchestra or the St. Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on October 18, 2011

Ray Loyd Williams Funeral services for Ray Loyd Williams, 84, of Start, LA will be held at 2:00 PM, Wednesday, October 19, 2011 at Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Rayville, LA with Bishop Larry Jammies officiating. Interment will follow in the Start Cemetery, Start, LA. Ray was born June 14, 1927 in Archibald, LA and passed away Sunday, October 16, 2011 in Monroe, LA after a lengthy illness. Mr. Williams enjoyed watching wildlife, taking care of his flower garden, and most of his life he enjoyed playing the guitar. Mr. Williams is preceded in death by his son, Danny Williams; and sisters, Louise Huff and Beulah Walters. Survivors include his wife of 66 years, Rose Williams of Start, LA; sons, Kenneth Williams and wife, Sharon of Eros, LA and Gary Williams of Eros, LA; grandsons, Chris and wife, Lindsey, Benji and wife, Hillary, Spencer, Luke, Cody, and Caleb; great grandchildren, Kennedy, Dylan, and Sophia; step grandchildren, Steven Taylor and Chris Taylor; sister, Eula Littleton and husband, James; and a host nieces and nephews. Pallbearers will be his grandsons. Visitation will be 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM, Tuesday, at Brown-Holley Funeral Home. To leave condolences for the family go online to www.brownholleyfuneralhomes.com Brown-Holley Funeral Home Rayville, LA Published in The News Star on October 18, 2011

Frank Chase, 49 NEWELLTON — Frank Chase, laborer for town of Newellton, died Monday. Services are noon Saturday at Newellton Chapel Church. Burial will be in Wyoming Cemetery under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home.

Daniel J. Conner, 55 Daniel James Conner of Monroe died Saturday. Services are 2 p.m. Friday at Powerhouse Church of God in Christ, Monroe. Visitation is 2-6 p.m. Thursday at Funerals by McFarland, Monroe. Burial will be in Magnolia Cemetery.

Kenneth M. Cupps, 53 Kenneth M. Cupps of West Monroe, tree arborist, died Friday. Graveside services are 2 p.m. Thursday at Mount Vernon Baptist Church Cemetery. Arrangements are under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Eugene Cureington, 68 Eugene Cureington of West Monroe, retired Monroe fire chief, died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home, Winnsboro.

Brady Lee Hairston, 14 Brady Lee Hairston of Monroe, student at Ouachita Junior High School, died Sunday. Services are 10 a.m. Thursday at New Life Community Church, Monroe. Burial will be in Memorial Park Cemetery, Bastrop, under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Monroe.

Joseph Holton Jr., 83 Joseph "Joe" Holton Jr. of West Monroe, a retired teacher and coach, died Monday. Services are 10 a.m. Thursday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Burial will be in Community Church of Christ Cemetery.

Idella Richardson, 96 Idella Richardson of Monroe, a homemaker, died Wednesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Smith Funeral Home, Monroe.

Bessie Smith, 62 Bessie Smith of Monroe, a Neville High School teacher, died Monday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Macedonia Baptist Church, Monroe. Visitation is 1-7 p.m. Friday at Smith Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens, Richwood.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED Barlean, Kelly Michael: 2 p.m. Thursday, Harmony Grove Cemetery, Winn Parish. Barnett, E.L.: 11 a.m. Saturday, King Solomon Church, Monroe. Grant, Syble: 10 a.m. Thursday, Temple Baptist Church, Ruston. Green, Willie Earl: 11 a.m. Saturday, Miller Funeral Home, Monroe. Griffin, Frank: 11 a.m. Saturday, Central No. 1 Missionary Baptist Church, Lake Providence. Lee, Ida G.: 10 a.m. Saturday, Rosedale Missionary Baptist Church, New Orleans. Lopez, Felipa Saldana: 2 p.m. Thursday, St. Patrick's Catholic Church, Lake Providence. Moore Sr., Frederick: 2 p.m. Thursday, Morehouse Baptist Association Building, Bastrop. Peel, Dewey Virginia Jones: 10 a.m. Saturday, Roselawn Cemetery, Calhoun. Price, Allene H.: 10 a.m. Thursday, Highland Park Cemetery, Sicily Island. Ross, Willie Lee: 2 p.m. Saturday, Greater Free Gift Baptist Church, Monroe. Taylor, Randale Ellis "Randy": 11 a.m. Thursday, Young's Funeral Home, Ferriday. Thompson, Evie Gertrude: 2 p.m. Thursday, Memorial Park Cemetery, Bastrop. Tippit, Carolyn: 11 a.m. Friday, Smith Funeral Home, Monroe. Watkins, Mary N.: 2 p.m. Saturday, Gayla Traina Cemetery, near Jonesboro. Weaver, Edna: 2 p.m. Saturday, Tennant Funeral Home, Bastrop. Williams, Evelena: 2 p.m. Sunday, First Pilgrim Baptist Church, Monroe. Wilson, Glenda Edwards: 12:30 p.m. Saturday, China Grove Baptist Church, Monroe.

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

Syble Joyce Grant Mrs. Syble J. Grant, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, aunt, and friend passed away Saturday, October 15, 2011 following a short illness at LSU Medical Center in Shreveport, LA. Funeral services will be held at 10:00 AM Thursday, October 20, 2011 in the Chapel at Temple Baptist Church in Ruston, LA. Officiating the service will be Rev. Dale Oden. Interment will follow at Sardis Cemetery in Farmerville, LA under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home in Ruston. Visitation will be held from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM Wednesday, October 19, 2011 at Kilpatrick Funeral Home. Mrs. Grant was born in Farmerville, LA on June 9, 1936 to Clifford and Opal Silmon. She was preceded in death by her parent, two brothers: Melvin and James Silmon and son: Craig A. Grant. She is survived by her husband of 57 years: Henry V. Grant of Ruston; sons: Mitchell Grant and wife Kathy of Lafayette, LA and Kenneth Grant and wife Traci of Edmond, OK; grandsons: Justin Grant of Minden, LA, Philip and Braden Grant of Edmond, OK, and Eric Grant; granddaughters: Madeline and Hannah Grant, who are both attending LSU, Baton Rouge, and Gretchen Grant, serving in the U.S. Air Force, stationed in S.C. and Faith Grant of Lafayette; nephew: Stacy Silmon and wife Liz and niece: Angie Idom and husband Bud. Syble in her devotion to her husband's career in sales packed and moved her family 8 times across this country. However, her resolve was to return to her roots and enjoy gardening and lunching with friends. Pallbearers will be Paul Frazier, Stein Baughman, Jr., Sam Holland, Wayne Harris, Ronnie Brasher, and Jimmy Brasher. Honorary pallbearers will be the Adult 1 Sunday school class. If it is your preference donations can be made to Temple Baptist Church, New Children's Wing. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com Kilpatrick Funeral Home Ruston, LA Published in The News Star on October 19, 2011

Brady Lee Hairston Funeral services for Brady Lee Hairston, 14, of Monroe, will be held at 10:00 AM Thursday, October 20, 2011, at New Life Community Church, 7616 Hwy 165, Monroe, with Rev. Bob Clanton and Dr. Bill Dye officiating. Interment will follow at Memorial Park Cemetery, Bastrop, LA under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Brady passed away Sunday, October 16, 2011. He was a member of New Life Community Church and a student at Ouachita Junior High School. He played trombone in the Lakeshore Elementary School Band and the Ouachita Junior High School Band. Brady was a talented artist, excelled in school, was an avid Target shopper and loved video games and music. He had a great sense of humor, a gentle nature and a big heart. Brady was preceded in death by his grandfather, Edward Bounds. Survivors include his parents, Lee and Cindy Bounds Hairston; sister, Brooke Hairston; grandparents, Kyle and Linda Hairston, Bob and Sue Vickers, and Sharon Bounds; aunts and uncles, Jeff Hairston and wife Terri, Kim Hairston, Amy Doss and husband Bill, and Mike Bounds and wife Suzanne; and numerous cousins whom he adored and adored him. Pallbearers will be Mike Flemister, Gary Floyd, Fred Caldwell, Rusty Vaughn, Jerry Tolle, and Nathan Thompson. Visitation will be Wednesday from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM at New Life Community Church. Memorial may be made to Families Helping Families of Northeast Louisiana. Mulhearn Funeral Home Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on October 19, 2011

Joseph "Joe" Holton Jr. Funeral services for Joseph Holton Jr., 83, of West Monroe, LA will be held at 10:00 AM, Thursday, October 20, 2011 in the Chapel of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe. Rev. Ellis Lewis and Rev. Shelton "Buddy" Coleman will be officiating. Interment will follow at Community Church of Christ Cemetery under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe. Mr. Holton was born August 11, 1928 in Eros, LA and passed away October 17, 2011 in Monroe. He loved sports, especially basketball, and fishing. Mr. Holton was a retired teacher and coach. He loved his family and was an active member of Community of Christ Church in Eros. Mr. Holton was preceded in death by his wife of 55 years, Doris. Mr. Holton is survived by his daughters; Kay Lee and husband Randy, Jane Holton, Jean Roberts and husband Phil and his son Mike Holton; 5 grandchildren and 6 great-grandchildren. Pallbearers will be Jerry Spillers, Jason Spillers, Jason Roberts, Randy Lee, Hunter Pharis and Brandon Sullivan. 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 October 19, 2011

Allene H. Price A graveside service for Allene H. Price, 82 of Sicily Island , LA will be held at Highland Park Cemetery on Thursday, October 20, 2011 at 10:00 am with Rev. Bill Foster and Rev. Francis Guy officiating under the direction of Young's Community Memorial. Allene Price was born on September 30, 1929 in Sicily Island, LA and passed away Monday, October 17, 2011 at her more recent residence in West Monroe. She was retired from the Catahoula Clerk of Court Office, and had worked for Airlines and civil services. She was a member of Old Pine Hill Methodist Church in Sicily Island. She was preceded in death by: Father-Archie Scott Higgins Mother-Rosetta (Edwards) Higgins Husband-James C. Price Brother-Gordon Higgins Sister-Ruth Tillar. Survivors include: Her Son-Jimmy Price and wife Kathe of Sicily Island, LA Daughter-Gayle Evans and husband Ed of West Monroe, LA 2 Sisters-Mary Angelle of Crockett, TX and Juanita Mason of Walker, LA 4 Grandchildren-Jason Garrett of West Monroe, LA -Joshua Price of Ringgold, LA -Cory Garrett and Cheryl of West Monroe, LA -James D. Price of Wisner, LA 2 Great-Grandchildren-Ali Price and Hunter Price -a host of nieces nephews, family and friends. The Pallbearers will be -Bobby Price, Cory Garrett, James Price, Jason Garrett, Joshua Price and Ryan Rigsby. The Honorary Pallbearers will be -All Nephews, Derryl Price and R.G. Price. The family would like to thank Dr. Mark Dollar and staff for the care they gave to our mother. A special thank you to Stacey Essex, with Health Care Resources for her gentile and compassionate care of our mother. The family will receive friends at Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home from 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm Wednesday, October 19, 2011. To leave an online condolence for the family please visit www.youngscommunity.com. Youngs Community Funeral Home Winnsboro, LA Published in The News Star on October 19, 2011

Eugene Cureington, 68 Eugene Cureington of West Monroe, a retired district fire chief with the city of Monroe, died Tuesday. Graveside services are 2 p.m. Friday at Chase Cemetery, Chase. Visitation is noon Friday until 2 p.m. at Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home, Winnsboro.

Harold Dubois, 65 COLFAX — Harold Dubois, a carpenter, died Wednesday. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at Summerfield Baptist Church. Visitation is 5 p.m. Friday at the church. Burial will be in the church cemetery under the direction of Southern Funeral Home.

Nellie H. Dumas, 86 DUBACH — Nellie Hicks Dumas, a homemaker, died Wednesday. Services are 10 a.m. Saturday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Ruston. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Friday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Antioch Cemetery, Simsboro.

Dorothy E. Farley, 82 Dorothy Elaine Farley of West Monroe, a homemaker, died Thursday. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at Fair Park Baptist Church. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Friday at Griffin Funeral Home, West Monroe. Burial will be in Rocky Corner Baptist Church Cemetery,

Dubach. Charlie L. Harris, 60 SAN FRANCISCO — Charlie Lee Harris, formerly of Monroe, died Oct. 10. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at Richardson Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens.

Kerry G. Mourland, 54 CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Kerry Grestel Mourland, formerly of Chatham, a truck driver, died Monday. Graveside services are 2 p.m. Friday at Northwest Louisiana Veterans Cemetery, Keithville. Arrangements are under the direction of King's Funeral Home, Ruston.

Shirley R. Nicholson, 76 Shirley Fleming Roan Nicholson of West Monroe, a day care provider, died Tuesday. Services are 10 a.m. Friday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Burial will be in Memorial Park Cemetery, Monroe.

Betty A. Sloan, 69 BASTROP — Betty Allene Sloan, a homemaker, died Thursday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at Cox Funeral Home. Visitation is 4-8 p.m. Friday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Wilmot Cemetery, Wilmot, Ark.

Bessie Smith, 62 Bessie Smith of Monroe, a Neville High School teacher, died Monday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Macedonia Baptist Church, Monroe. Visitation is 1-7 p.m. Friday at Smith Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens, Richwood.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED Barnett, E.L.: 11 a.m. Saturday, King Solomon Church, Monroe. Chase, Frank: noon Saturday, Newellton Chapel Church, Newellton. Conner, Daniel James: 2 p.m. Friday, Powerhouse Church of God in Christ, Powell Street, Monroe. Green, Willie Earl: 11 a.m. Saturday, Miller Funeral Home, Monroe. Griffin, Frank: 11 a.m. Saturday, Central No. 1 Missionary Baptist Church, Lake Providence. Lee, Ida G.: 10 a.m. Saturday, Rosedale Missionary Baptist Church, New Orleans. Peel, Dewey Virginia Jones: 10 a.m. Saturday, Roselawn Cemetery, Calhoun. Ross, Willie Lee: 2 p.m. Saturday, Greater Free Gift Baptist Church, Monroe. Tippit, Carolyn: 11 a.m. Friday, Smith Funeral Home, Monroe. Watkins, Mary N.: 2 p.m. Saturday, Gayla Traina Cemetery, near Jonesboro. Weaver, Edna: 2 p.m. Saturday, Tennant Funeral Home, Bastrop. Williams, Evelena: 2 p.m. Sunday, First Pilgrim Baptist Church, Monroe. Wilson, Glenda Edwards: 12:30 p.m. Saturday, China Grove Baptist Church, Monroe.

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

Kenneth M. Cupps Kenny Cupps, 53, "a tree man for life" of West Monroe died October 14, 2011 as a result of a vehicular accident. He was born April 24, 1958 in Philadelphia, PA. He was preceded in death by his father and a brother Bruce. His mother, numerous siblings, along with children, nieces and nephews and friends in the Philadelphia area survive him. Kenny was Butch and Rita Roark's "other son" in West Monroe. They will miss him tremendously. Kenny called Rita his Mom now or Ma. It was their close relationship that brought him back to West Monroe from Philadelphia. Kenny called Mt. Vernon Baptist Church "my church" recently. There he had friends who cared about him. Just recently, he accepted Christ as his Savior. All too quickly he was called home. Now all pain and his demons are laid to rest. A graveside service will be held Thursday October 20, at 2:00 p.m. at Mt. Vernon Baptist Church Cemetery with Rev. Randy Burdeaux officiating. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on October 20, 2011

Ginger Fatheree Graveside services for Ginger Fatheree will be 2 p.m. Thursday, October 20, 2011 at Concord Cemetery, Marion, LA. Officiating will be Pastor Johnny Holyfield. Ginger was born October 25, 1979 in Shreveport, LA and died October 18, 2011 in Bossier City, LA. She was a resident of the Northwest Supports and Services Center. Ginger is survived by her parents, Johnny and Connie Fatheree of Downsville, LA and sister, Kelli Fatheree of Shreveport, LA. The family requests memorials to the Parents Association of the Northwest Supports and Services Center, P. O. Box 6312, Bossier City, LA 71111. The family would like to thank the caregivers of Magnolia Rill for their love and care of Ginger. Rose-Neath Funeral Home Bossier City, LA Published in The News Star on October 20, 2011

Shirley Fleming Roan Nicholson Funeral Services for Shirley Fleming Roan Nicholson, 76, of West Monroe, LA, will be 10:00 AM Friday, October 21, 2011 in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe, LA with Dr. James Parker officiating. Interment will follow in the Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery, Monroe. Shirley Fleming Roan Nicholson was born May 22, 1935 to N.D. and Lula Fleming in Columbia, MS and passed away October 18, 2011. She was known by most as "Granny". Mrs. Nicholson managed a home nursery and influenced many children throughout her working years. She and her husband, Bob enjoyed square dancing and travel. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband, Bobby Franklin Nicholson, and siblings, Rita Crawley and Lois Thompson. Survivors include her siblings, Betty Parker, Bobbye Warner, and Herman Fleming; her children, Lisette Hollis, Marta Saterfiel and her husband, Gary, Tim Roan and his wife, Cathy, and Jennifer Smith and her husband, Robert; her grandchildren, Kish Carlton, Matt Saterfiel and his wife, Katrina, E. Drew Saterfiel and his wife, Lindsey, Coree Saterfiel, Zach Roan, Lacy Walker and her husband, David, Brandon Allen, Josh Allen and his wife, Megan, Jana Smith, Kaitlyn Smith and Emily Smith; four great grandchildren, Mattie Saterfiel, Millie Saterfiel, Corbyn Walker, and Cambryn Allen. Pallbearers will be her grandsons, Matt Saterfiel, Kish Carlton, Drew Saterfiel, Brandon Allen, Josh Allen, and Zach Roan. Visitation will be from 5:00 PM until 8:00PM Thursday, October 20, 2011 at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Memorials may be made to the Emmanuel Baptist Church in Monroe, LA Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on October 20, 2011

Dewey Virginia Jones Peel passed away on Thursday, October 13, 2011 at her residence in Calhoun, LA after a lengthy battle with lung cancer. She had been a lung cancer survivor of 23 years. Arrangements made by Griffin Funeral Home of West Monroe, LA. The resting place will be at Roselawn Cemetery in Calhoun La where a short graveside memorial service will be held, Saturday, October 22, at 10:00a.m. with Tim Coats of Life Church officiating. Dewey was born in Monroe on November 9, 1939 to her loving parents Oscar Thomas and Hazel Jones Sr. She was a life-long resident of Ouachita Parish. Dewey graduated Ouachita Parish High School in 1957 after which she entered Bish Mathis Business School and graduated from there. For a number of years she worked for an Insurance company typing policies. Later she went to work for the State of Louisiana, Department of Mental Health Services. Dewey was a hard worker and devoted employee for 36 years and was well respected and loved by her colleagues. Thru hard work and devotion to her job, she rose for her beginning position to the position of Administration Assistant. After a few years of retirement, she felt she had too much time on her hands and began working part time on her hands and began working part time at the L.S.U. Medical Center in Community Health. In her early years, she was involved in Rainbow Girls and rose to the highest position of Worthy Advisor. Later she began the process of becoming an member of the Eastern Star. In later years, she belonged to the Administrators Association and the Monroe Kennel Club. Dewey was an avid reader, loved to cook and try new recipes. Friends and family liked forward to being surprised (at Christmas time especially) with a new cake, pie, cookie, dip or other dish to try out. The employees at La Tech, where Cary worked also looked forward to being Guinea pigs for her new recipes at least once a week. As one employee said, "I've never tasted any of her food that was not good." She and her husband, Cary showed Doberman's and Corgi's. One Corgi won "Best in Show" at a meet in Fla. Her first lobe, however, were Schnauzer's. She always had one or two around the house. Presently, "Rush" was the one to get all the love and attention. For a time, she trained along with her husband in Shotokan Karate. She found this was too demanding on her body. In addition she enjoyed going to military reunions with Cary. There she would make new friends among the other members' wives, children and grandchildren. Dewey was gentle, mild natured and easy going. She was loved dearly by her family and friends and anyone who got to know her. Everyone who met her was left with the feeling they had met with a very intelligent Lady. She never met a stranger. Her motto was "if you are going to do it, do it right." Dewey was preceded in death by a daughter, Carolyn Ann Hill; her parents, O.T. and Hazel Jones Sr.; a brother, Oscar Thomas Jones, Jr. She is survived by her husband of 41 years, Cary Gail Peel of Calhoun; a daughter, Anna Gayle Peel- Turner and husband Todd of Cleburne, TX; sisters, Lynda Gayle Jones of Canyon, TX; Roberta Ann Arnold of West Monroe; a sister-in-law, Claudia Moffett and husband Jerry of Haughton, LA. She requested to be cremated and a brief graveside service. In lieu of flowers, she strongly requested that memorial be made to the American Heart Association , American Cancer Society or your favorite charity . Online condolences may be made to the family at www.griffinfuneralhome.net. Griffin Funeral Home, West Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on October 20, 2011

Eugene Cureington, 68 Eugene Cureington of West Monroe, a retired district fire chief with the city of Monroe, died Tuesday. Graveside services are 2 p.m. Friday at Chase Cemetery, Chase. Visitation is noon Friday until 2 p.m. at Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home, Winnsboro.

Harold Dubois, 65 COLFAX — Harold Dubois, a carpenter, died Wednesday. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at Summerfield Baptist Church. Visitation is 5 p.m. Friday at the church. Burial will be in the church cemetery under the direction of Southern Funeral Home.

Nellie H. Dumas, 86 DUBACH — Nellie Hicks Dumas, a homemaker, died Wednesday. Services are 10 a.m. Saturday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Ruston. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Friday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Antioch Cemetery, Simsboro.

Dorothy E. Farley, 82 Dorothy Elaine Farley of West Monroe, a homemaker, died Thursday. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at Fair Park Baptist Church. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Friday at Griffin Funeral Home, West Monroe. Burial will be in Rocky Corner Baptist Church Cemetery, Dubach.

Charlie L. Harris, 60 SAN FRANCISCO — Charlie Lee Harris, formerly of Monroe, died Oct. 10. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at Richardson Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens.

Kerry G. Mourland, 54 CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Kerry Grestel Mourland, formerly of Chatham, a truck driver, died Monday. Graveside services are 2 p.m. Friday at Northwest Louisiana Veterans Cemetery, Keithville. Arrangements are under the direction of King's Funeral Home, Ruston.

Shirley R. Nicholson, 76 Shirley Fleming Roan Nicholson of West Monroe, a day care provider, died Tuesday. Services are 10 a.m. Friday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Burial will be in Memorial Park Cemetery, Monroe.

Betty A. Sloan, 69 BASTROP — Betty Allene Sloan, a homemaker, died Thursday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at Cox Funeral Home. Visitation is 4-8 p.m. Friday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Wilmot Cemetery, Wilmot, Ark.

Bessie Smith, 62 Bessie Smith of Monroe, a Neville High School teacher, died Monday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Macedonia Baptist Church, Monroe. Visitation is 1-7 p.m. Friday at Smith Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens, Richwood.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED Barnett, E.L.: 11 a.m. Saturday, King Solomon Church, Monroe. Chase, Frank: noon Saturday, Newellton Chapel Church, Newellton. Conner, Daniel James: 2 p.m. Friday, Powerhouse Church of God in Christ, Powell Street, Monroe. Green, Willie Earl: 11 a.m. Saturday, Miller Funeral Home, Monroe. Griffin, Frank: 11 a.m. Saturday, Central No. 1 Missionary Baptist Church, Lake Providence. Lee, Ida G.: 10 a.m. Saturday, Rosedale Missionary Baptist Church, New Orleans. Peel, Dewey Virginia Jones: 10 a.m. Saturday, Roselawn Cemetery, Calhoun. Ross, Willie Lee: 2 p.m. Saturday, Greater Free Gift Baptist Church, Monroe. Tippit, Carolyn: 11 a.m. Friday, Smith Funeral Home, Monroe. Watkins, Mary N.: 2 p.m. Saturday, Gayla Traina Cemetery, near Jonesboro. Weaver, Edna: 2 p.m. Saturday, Tennant Funeral Home, Bastrop. Williams, Evelena: 2 p.m. Sunday, First Pilgrim Baptist Church, Monroe. Wilson, Glenda Edwards: 12:30 p.m. Saturday, China Grove Baptist Church, Monroe.

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

Ed Linder Funeral services for Ed Linder 69, of Downsville, LA will be held at 2:00 PM, Saturday, October 22, 2011 at Aulds Chapel Bible Church, Downsville, LA. Rev. Mike Reynolds will be officiating. Interment will follow at Pleasant Valley Cemetery near Downsville, LA under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Ed was born December 6, 1941 in Calhoun, LA and passed away October 19, 2011 in Downsville, LA. He worked at Chrysler Dodge Corporation for many years as a mechanic and retired from the City of West Monroe. Ed served in the United States Navy from 1960-1964 on the ship U.S.S. Kearsage CVS-33. He was a member and past master of the Downsville Masonic Lodge. Ed is survived by his wife; Freddie Liner; his son, Barry Linder; granddaughter, Heather Linder; sister, Nancy Crawford Fourmy; brother, Thomas Linder and wife Connie; and a host of numerous cousins, nieces and nephews and brother and sister-in-laws. Pallbearers will be Eric Lively, Ken Crawford, Matthew Canales, Tony Ardis, James Spillers, Jr. and Eric Jordan. Honorary pallbearers will be Thomas Malone, Troy Warren, Roy Turner, and Class of 1960 Calhoun High School. Visitation will be Friday from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM at Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe. In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to Aulds Chapel Bible Church Building Fund. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on October 21, 2011

Ruby Lee McKinney Funeral Services for Ruby Lee McKinney, 93, of West Monroe, LA will be held 11:30 AM Saturday, October 22, 2011 at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe with Rev. Jeff Luellen officiating. Interment will follow at Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery, Monroe. Mrs. Ruby was born on November 7, 1917 in Monticello, AR and passed away October 20, 2011 in West Monroe, LA. She worked with her mother at Kirby's Grocery store She is preceded in death by her husband, Odos McKinney; daughter, Ouida Bolenbarker; and son, James Odos McKinney. She is survived by her daughters, Freida Taylor, Emma Lee Anderson, and Alice Jane Young; son, Raymond T. McKinney; 17 grandchildren; numerous great-grandchildren and great-great grandchildren. Visitation will be held from 5:00PM until 7:00PM Friday, October 21, 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 October 21, 2011

Linda Gates Sherman Funeral Services for Linda Gates Sherman, 70, of West Monroe, LA will be held at 10:00 A.M. Saturday, October 22, 2011 in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA with Rev. Darrell Dean officiating. Interment will follow in the Hasley Cemetery in West Monroe, LA. Mrs. Sherman was born in Monroe, LA on November 16, 1940 and died on October 19, 2011 at Grace Home Hospice in Shreveport, LA. She retired from R.L. Polk and was a current member of Cedar Crest Baptist Church and former member of First Baptist Church in West Monroe, LA, where she raised many babies in the nursery. Linda's greatest joy in life were her two daughters, Renee and Carol and later her two granddaughters, Aimee and Lexie. She loved her girls and son-in-laws, and many months were spent with them making memories. Linda resided at Colonial Oaks Guest Care in Bossier City, LA. While there she made many special friends who became part of her extended family. She was elected Ms. Colonial Oaks in July 2011 and enjoyed wearing her "Royal Attire" to functions with her friends. Linda is preceded in death by her mother and step-father, Nettie and Harvey Leonard; father and step-mother, Delmar and Erdell Gates; sisters, Helen Chumley and Carol Sue Gates and her brother, Bobby Gates. Left to cherish her memory are her daughters, Renee Dean and husband, Darrell; Carol Sullivan and husband, Ryan; and their father, Scott Sherman; granddaughters, Aimee Dean and Lexie Sullivan; sisters, Liz Moore and Frances Wallace; sister-in-law, Shirley Gates along with numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Pallbearers will be Robert Young, Jesse Johnson, Rick Caldwell, Justin LaBorde, Chris Kelley and Heath O'Neal. Visitation will be held from 5:00 P.M. until 8:00 P.M. Friday, October 21, 2011 at Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Memorials may be made to the Colonial Oaks Guest Care Facility, 4921 Medical Drive Bossier City, LA 71112. The family would like to give a special thank you to the staffs at Colonial Oaks Guest Care, Promise Hospital of Bossier City and to Grace Home Hospice for the love and care that was shown. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on October 21, 2011

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

Dr. Edward Deckard Dr. Edward Deckard, 77, entered into rest October 21, 2011 in Fort Smith, AR. He was born May 17, 1934 in Lyons, Indiana to Charles and Gladys Cramer Deckard. He was received his B.M.E. and M.M.E. from Indiana State University and his D.M.A. from The University of Missouri Kansas City. He was a musician in the U.S. Army, and he taught choral music in Whiting, Indiana, and in Kansas City Missouri, and he retired from the University of Louisiana in Monroe in 1996. He later was a tax professional for H & R Block in Monroe, LA and Fort Smith, AR. He was a member of Louisiana Music Educators Association, American Choral Directors Association, American Recorder Society, and the National Association of Teachers of Singing. He served these organizations in various local, regional, and national capacities. He enjoyed gardening, genealogy, and hearing from former students. He was one of the founders of the Monroe Recorder Consort, but his greatest joy was spending time with his family.. He is survived by his wife of 44 years; Mary Pohl Deckard, 2 daughters; Amy Davis and her husband Kevin of Fort Worth, TX, and Sarah Carrier and her husband Sean of Fort Smith; 1 sister; Geneva Hamilton of Lyons, Indiana, 4 grandchildren; Patrick and Olivia Davis, Timothy and Molly Carrier, and a much anticipated 5th grandchild expected in 2012. He is also survived by 1 nephew; Bill Hamilton of Lyons, Indiana and many former students whose lives he enriched. Funeral Mass will be 10:00 A.M. Monday, October 24, 2011, at St. Boniface Catholic Church, with burial to follow at Fort Smith National Cemetery, all under the direction of Edwards Funeral Home. Visitation will be Sunday, October, 23, 2011, from 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM at Edwards Funeral Home. Customary Remembrances may be sent to the charity of one's choice . Online condolences may be sent to www.edwardsfuneralhome.com Edwards Funeral Home Fort Smith, AR Published in The News Star on October 22, 2011

Billy Scalia Funeral services for Mr. Billy Scalia, 76, of Monroe, will be held at 10:00 AM Monday, October 24, 2011, in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe, with Rev. William Smith officiating. Interment will follow at Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery. Mr. Scalia was born on March 26, 1935 in Farmerville, LA to parents, Martille and P. J. Scalia and passed away on Thursday in Monroe following a lengthy illness. He graduated from Farmerville High School in 1953 and attended Louisiana Tech. Mr. Scalia was preceded in death by his parents, Martille and P. J. Scalia; and grandmother, Dettie McGough. Survivors include his loving and faithful wife, Nell, to whom he was married for 58 years. He is also survived by his step-mother, Laverne Barnes and a half-brother, Tony Scalia. Also survived by two sons, Billy and wife Liz of Baltimore, MD, and Mark and wife Marilyn of Humble, TX. Grandchildren are Daniel Scalia of Humble, TX, Mallory Scalia of Shreveport, LA, Marla Vandling and husband Michael of San Diego, CA, Holley Trappey and husband Joey, Ryan Hammock and Kate, all of Monroe. Great grandchildren are Abby and Matty Vandling of San Diego, CA, and Riley Trappey of Monroe. He is also survived by many uncles, aunts, and cousins. Mr. Scalia retired from the U. S. Postal Service after serving 35 years, the last ten years as Postmaster in Oak Ridge, LA. After his retirement he worked with good friend, Keith Babb, Auctioneer, until his health caused him to stop working. Mr. Scalia was a member of Lakeshore Baptist Church for 54 years, serving as deacon since 1977, Youth Director, coached softball teams and served in all areas of the church that he loved so much. He was also a member of the Brookville Masonic Lodge #161 in Oak Ridge, serving as Past Master for several years. Pallbearers will be Scotty Barnes, Barney Tucker, Pete Davis, Gene Ford, Milton Satcher, and Buddy Cork. Honorary pallbearers are Scotty Barnes Sunday School Class, Buddy Cook, Steve Cook, Charles Pilcher, and Keith Babb. Visitation will be Sunday, October 23, 2011, from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe A special thanks go out to dear friend, Dr. Thomas Williams and staff, Avalon Place, and Caring Hearts Hospice. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Lakeshore Baptist Church, or the charity of your choice . Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on October 22, 2011

Jakob Tyler Whitlock Funeral services for Jakob Tyler Whitlock infant son of Phillip and Jennifer Whitlock will be held at 2:00 P.M. on Sunday, October 23, 2011 at Beulah Baptist Church in Farmerville, LA. Officiating the service will be Rev. Ronnie Whitlock, assisted by Rev. Jeff Hurst. Burial will follow in Beulah Church cemetery under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home in Farmerville, LA. Jakob was born on July 25, 2011 and passed away on October 19, 2011. He is preceded in death by his paternal grandmother, Rethea Whitlock. He is survived by his parents; Phillip and Jennifer Whitlock of Farmerville, LA; brother, Chance Whitlock of Farmerville, LA; maternal grandparents, Gary and Jean Kenly of Farmerville, LA; maternal great-grandparents, Maxine Kenly of Farmerville, LA; Raymond and Izola Johnson of Farmerville, LA; paternal grandparents, Ronnie and Dianne Whitlock of Minden, LA; paternal great-great grandparents, Reggie and Ester Gay of Minden, LA; Aunts and Uncles, Jeff and Kim Whitlock, Danny and Jacque Kenly, Mike and Greta Whitlock, Deb and Alex Xifos, Mandy and Wayne Barksdale, and numerous other relatives and friends. Pallbearers will be Dusty Adcock, Marcus Grier, Thomas Savage, and Keith Ketchum. Honorary Pallbearers will be Nathan Futch, Elvin Futch, Jason Futch, and Natie Johnson. Visitation will be held Saturday, October 22, 2011 from 5:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M. at Kilpatrick Funeral Home in Farmerville. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com. Kilpatrick Funeral Home Farmerville, LA Published in The News Star on October 22, 2011

Jean P. Eady, 71 Jean P. Eady of West Monroe, a homemaker, died Friday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Jessie D. Gray III, infant Jessie DeWayne Gray of Monroe, the infant son of Shalonda D. Vaughn and Jessie D. Gray Sr., died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Funerals by McFarland, Monroe.

Ed Linder. 69 DOWNSVILLE — Ed Linder, a mechanic, died Wednesday. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at Aulds Chapel Bible Church. Burial will be in Pleasant Valley Cemetery under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Ruby L. McKinney, 93 Ruby Lee McKinney of West Monroe, a homemaker, died Thursday. Services are 11:30 a.m. Saturday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery, Monroe.

Paulean B. Miloy, 53 Paulean B. Miloy of Monroe, a nurse, died Wednesday. Services are 11 a.m. Wednesday at New Pentecostal Temple Church, Monroe. Visitation is 2-7 p.m. Tuesday at Hester's Central State Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens, Richwood.

Linda G. Sherman, 70 BOSSIER CITY — Linda Gates Sherman, a homemaker, died Wednesday. Services are 10 a.m. Saturday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Burial will be in Hasley Cemetery, West Monroe.

Ruth Stokes, 87 Ruth Stokes of West Monroe, a homemaker, died Thursday. Services are 10 a.m. Sunday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Visitation is 9 a.m. Sunday until service time.

Willie Sturgeon, 86 Willie Sturgeon of West Monroe died Friday. Services are 3 p.m. Sunday at Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Rayville. Visitation is 5-7 p.m. Saturday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Gwin Cemetery.

Elvator Williams, 91 Elvator Williams of Monroe, a homemaker, died Tuesday. Services are 11 a.m. Tuesday at Avenue Baptist Church, Monroe. Visitation is 1-6 p.m. Monday at Hester's Central State Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens, Richwood.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED Barnett, E.L.: 11 a.m. Saturday, King Solomon Church, Monroe. Chase, Frank: noon Saturday, Newellton Chapel Church, Newellton. Dubois, Harold: 2 p.m. Saturday, Summerfield Baptist Church, Colfax. Dumas, Nellie Hicks: 10 a.m. Saturday, Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Ruston. Farley, Dorothy Elaine: 2 p.m. Saturday, Fair Park Baptist Church, West Monroe Harris, Charlie Lee: 1 p.m. Saturday, Richardson Funeral Home, Monroe. Lee, Ida G.: 10 a.m. Saturday, Rosedale Missionary Baptist Church, New Orleans. Peel, Dewey Virginia Jones: 10 a.m. Saturday, Roselawn Cemetery, Calhoun. Ross, Willie Lee: 2 p.m. Saturday, Greater Free Gift Baptist Church, Monroe. Sloan, Betty Allene: 1 p.m. Saturday, Cox Funeral Home, Bastrop. Smith, Bessie: 11 a.m. Saturday, Macedonia Baptist Church, Monroe. Watkins, Mary N.: 2 p.m. Saturday, Gayla Traina Cemetery, near Jonesboro. Weaver, Edna: 2 p.m. Saturday, Tennant Funeral Home, Bastrop. Williams, Evelena: 2 p.m. Sunday, First Pilgrim Baptist Church, Monroe. Wilson, Glenda Edwards: 12:30 p.m. Saturday, China Grove Baptist Church, Monroe.

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

Thomas Jefferson Andrieu Graveside services celebrating the life of Mr. Thomas Jefferson Andrieu, 85, of West Monroe, LA, formerly of New Orleans, LA, will be held at 1:30 PM, Monday October 24, 2011 at the family gravesite in Cypress Grove Cemetery in New Orleans, LA under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home in West Monroe, LA. Rev. Malcolm Richard will officiate. Mr. Andrieu died October 21, 2011 at his residence in West Monroe, LA, attended by his family. Mr. Andrieu served in the United States Navy. He was a retired sales manager of the Louisiana Coca Cola Bottling Company with over 38 years of service. He was an avid fisherman and golfer, and he very much enjoyed drinking coffee with his buddies. He was a member of the Salem United Church of Christ in New Orleans. Mr. Andrieu is survived by his wife of 64 years, Mrs. Audrey Swayne Andrieu of West Monroe; his daughters Sue Andrieu, Karen A. Haik and husband, Raymond, and Judy A. Junot and husband, Gerard; grandchildren Thomas McLeod and wife, Amanda, Adrienne Haik, Michael McLeod, Marc Junot, Wyatt Junot, and Lillian Haik; great-grandchildren Sophia and Kaitlyn McLeod; and numerous nieces and nephews. Memorials may be made to the Salem United Church of Christ 4212 Camp St. New Orleans, LA 70115. Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, La. Published in The News Star on October 23, 2011

Laura Elizabeth Caples Funeral Services for Laura Elizabeth Caples, 82, of West Monroe will be 10:00 AM, Monday, October 24, at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe with Reverend Jim Shook officiating. Interment will follow at Roselawn Memorial Gardens under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Mrs. Caples was born June 27, 1929 in Alexandria, LA and died October 21, 2011. She was a retired Teacher's Aide in the Ouachita Parish School System and a member of Landmark Missionary Baptist Church. She was preceded in death by her husband Carnie Caples in December, 2003, and by a number of brothers and sisters. Mrs. Caples is survived by her two sons, Stephen Caples and wife Lesli, Galen Caples and wife Judy; one daughter, Sharon Long and husband John; a brother, R. H. Malone and wife Pat; ten grandchildren, and 6 great-grandchildren. Pallbearers will be Ray Parker, Chris Moon, Oscar Bearden, Jr., Dustin Powell, Carl Elder, and Chad Jerkins. Visitation will be Sunday, October 23, from 5:00 PM- 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 October 23, 2011

Jean Rawls Eady Funeral service for Mrs. Jean Eady, 71, of West Monroe, LA , will be held at 2:00PM Sunday in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe with Rev. Milton Lenard and Rev. Clyde Walker officiating. Interment will follow in Old Sardis Cemetery. Mrs. Eady was born on February 18, 1940 and passed away on October 21, 2011. She was preceded in death by her father, J. C. Rawls and mother, Lena Belle Rawls. Survivors include husband Donald Ray Eady; special child, Mia Tisdale; special friend, Mrs. Erma Russell and godchild, Jeannie Willis Chatham; and numerous other family and friends. Pallbearers will be Ronnie Sanford, Ryan Sanford, Daniel Lenard, Mike Lenard, Jeremy Martin, and Justin Martin. Honorary pallbearer will be Johnny Cummings. Visitation will be from 1:00PM until 2:00PM Sunday at Mulhearn Funeral Home. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on October 23, 2011

Willie M. Sturgeon Funeral services for Mrs. Willie M. Sturgeon, 86, of West Monroe, LA will be held at 3:00 PM, Sunday, October 23, 2011 at Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Rayville, LA with Bro. Wilfred Burgess officiating. Interment will follow at Gwin Cemetery, Mangham, LA. Willie was born May 11, 1925 in Archibald, LA to Jeffie and Pearl Hales. She was called home on Friday, October 21, 2011 at Stoneybrook Alzheimer Assisted Living in West Monroe, LA. Willie was preceded in death by her husband, John Sturgeon; son, Leslie Sturgeon; parents, Jeffie and Pearl Hales; sister, Hazel Burgess; brother, Peter Hales and special friend, John Bradshaw. Willie loved spending time with her family, singing, playing the piano and organ, and working in her flowers. She also always enjoyed a good joke. She was a very loving and devoted mother, grandmother, great grandmother and aunt and will be greatly missed. Survivors include her daughter, Marianna Canales and husband, Manny of West Monroe; grandchildren, Kathy Goodrich and husband, Randy; Stephanie Bushnell and husband, David; Carmela Coulter and husband, Jamie; Debra Johnson and husband, Chad; Dianne Bonnette; Darren Canales and wife, Genia; Danny Canales and wife, Melissa; Monica Rainey and husband, Andy; great grandchildren, Kylie O'Connor, Morgan, Alayna and Chase Johnson; Devyn and Dakota Canales; Ava and Payton Canales; Kaitlyn and Kara Bushnell; Eli Goodrich; Blayke Elliott and Andrew Abrahamson; Aaron, Sarah, Jake and Julia Murray; Brianna and Savannah Rainey; Carson, Beaux, Bobby and Charley Rainey; great-great granddaughter, Aubrianna Murry; daughters-in-law, Barbara Schultz and Judy Prothro; special friends, Gertie Rikard and Maudie Gibson; nieces, Mary Watson, Sybil Brown, Marie Clark; nephews, Wilfred Burgess and Tommy Burgess, Johnny Hales; cousin, Thelma Moon; brother-in-law, Edgar Graham and wife, Rose; sister-in-law, Ruby Graham. Pallbearers will be Darren Canales, Danny Canales, Chad Johnson, Andy Rainey, Aaron Murry and Rene Canales. The family would like to extend their most sincere thanks to the wonderful care our loved one received from her special caregivers at Stoneybrook, Haven Home Health, and Hospice Care Resources. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to World Radio at White's Ferry Road Church of Christ in West Monroe or a charity of your choice . Visitation will be 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM, Saturday, at Brown-Holley Funeral Home. To leave condolences for the family go online to www.brownholleyfuneralhomes.com Brown-Holley Funeral Home Rayville, LA Published in The News Star on October 23, 2011

Maxie B. (M.B.) Thornton Mr. M. B. Thornton, 87, of Delhi, LA was born in Ringgold, LA on May 1, 1924 to the union of Jack Thornton and Bessie Hall Thornton. He was the former owner & operator of K & B Farm Supply in Delhi and served in the United States Navy during World War II from 1943-1945 aboard the USS Salt Lake City. He is preceded in death by his parents; a sister Neldaline "Sissy" Thornton and the love of his life, Betty J. Antley. Funeral services will be held at 10:00AM Tuesday, October 25, 2011 in the chapel of Cox Funeral Home of Delhi with his grandson Billy Johnson officiating. Visitation will be held from 5:00pm-8:00pm Monday at Cox Funeral Home. Burial will be in the Newton Community Cemetery. M. B. is survived by seven children, Kenneth Thornton of Farmerville, LA, Carolyn DeBarge and husband John, Judy Foote and husband Jerry, Keith Antley and wife Jyl, Patty Antley and Terri Rockett and husband Tommy all of Delhi, LA and Leann Hickman and husband Michael of Jackson, MS; three sisters, Shirley Fulford of West Monroe, LA, Sue Rigdon and husband Jackie of Waco, TX and Melba Wills and husband Wayne of Opelika, FL; numerous grandhcildren, great grandchildren, nieces and nephews. Pallbearers will be grandsons, Jason Odom, Josh Odom, Bubba Antley, David Thornton, Jeremy Foote, Canaan Best, Colby Dulaney, John Patrick Johnson and Gabiel Edward Johnson. www.coxfuneral.com Cox Funeral Home Delhi, LA Published in The News Star on October 23, 2011

Dewey C. Thurmon Dewey C. Thurmon of Ruston died at age 93 on Friday, October 21st. Visitation will be on Monday, October 24th at 9:30 a.m. followed immediately by the funeral at 11:00 a.m., both at the Presbyterian Church of Ruston. Reverend Edith Hill will officiate. Interment will follow at Greenwood Cemetery under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home of Ruston, LA. Mr. Thurmon was born on May 17, 1918, in Ruston, Louisiana. He attended Ruston High School and Louisiana Tech. He responded to the draft and entered the U.S. Army as a private in March, 1941, served five years, and was discharged as a Captain in February, 1946. Mr. Thurmon married Virginia Montford, also a Ruston resident, on July 6, 1942. After their five-week honeymoon in San Francisco awaiting orders, Mr. Thurmon shipped out to Sydney, Australia, in September, 1942, where he joined General Douglas MacArthur's staff in the Pacific Front General Headquarters as Company Commander. He spent Christmas of 1942 in Brisbane, Australia and Christmas of 1943 in Port Mosby, New Guinea. He was promoted to First Lieutenant in January, 1943, and to Captain in January, 1944. He was with General MacArthur in the Dutch East Indies during the U. S. military invasion of the Philippines on October 20, 1944. He returned to the U.S. in 1945. Following his discharge from the Army in February, 1946, Mr. Thurmon returned to Ruston where he was in business for 57 years. He was an oil and gasoline distributor for Amoco, then Texaco, until 2003. He served on the Board of Directors at the Bank of Ruston for over 30 years and was a member of the Kiwanis club from 1946 to 1970. He was a member of the Barksdale Air Force Base Officer's Club, the Retired Officer's Association, the Veteran's of Foreign Wars, and the American Legion. Mr. Thurmon is survived by his son, Steven M. Thurmon; his daughter, Linda Thurmon Kearney and her husband, Stephen Kearney; his grandson, Kenneth Kearney; his granddaughter, Kristin Grant and her husband, Matthew, and their son, Jacob; his sister-in-law, Helen W. (Mrs. Clyde) Thurmon of Lake Charles; and eight nieces and nephews and their children and grandchildren. Preceding Mr. Thurmon in death were his wife of 63 years, Kathryn Virginia Montford Thurmon; his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Walter C. Thurmon; his sister, Alene Thurmon Goodwyn; his two brothers, Clyde W. Thurmon and Newton H. Thurmon; and his sister-in-law, Nell K. (Mrs. Newton) Thurmon. Pallbearers will be Charlie Alexander, Charlie Bourgeois, Benny Denny, Jim Hall, Marty Jacobsen, and Tommy Phillips. Honorary pallbearers are James Davison, James Evans, Dr. Hoye Grafton, Dr. James Green, Dr. Marvin Green, Dr. Barry Johnson, Dr. J.V. Jones, Johnny Maxwell, L.D. "Buddy" Napper, Wayne Parker, and Dr. Dan Reneau. The Thurmon family wishes to thank Hospice of Caring Hearts and Mr. Thurmon's sitters who cared for him these past four months. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be sent to the Presbyterian Church of Ruston or to a charity of one's choice . Kilpatrick Funeral Home Ruston, LA Published in The News Star on October 23, 2011

Marge Arnold, 72 WISNER — Marge (Vita Marguerine) Arnold, a retired Franklin Parish teacher died Saturday. Services are 2 p.m. Tuesday at First Baptist Church. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Monday at the church. Burial will be in Providence Memorial Cemetery in Winnsboro under the direction of Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home.

Billy Grey Scalia, 76 Billy Grey Scalia of Monroe, retired postmaster, died Thursday. Memorial services are 10 a.m. Monday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Monroe. Visitation is 5-7 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home.

Jakob T. Whitlock, infant FARMERVILLE — Jakob Tyler Whitlock, infant son of Phillip and Jennifer Whitlock, died Wednesday. Services are 2 p.m. Sunday at Beulah Baptist Church. Burial will be in the church cemetery under direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED Miloy, Paulean B.: 11 a.m. Wednesday, New Pentecostal Temple Church, Monroe. Stokes, Ruth: 10 a.m. Sunday, Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Sturgeon, Willie: 3 p.m. Sunday, Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Rayville. Williams, Evelena: 2 p.m. Sunday, First Pilgrim Baptist Church, Monroe. Williams, Elvator: 11 a.m. Tuesday, Avenue Baptist Church, Monroe.

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

Marge (Vida Marguerine) Arnold Funeral services for Marge (Vida Marguerine) Arnold, 72 of Wisner, LA will be held at First Baptist Church-Wisner on Tuesday, October 25, 2011 at 2:00 pm with Rev. Thomas Peoples officiating. Interment will follow at Providence Memorial Cemetery under the direction of Young's Community Memorial. Marge Arnold was born on October 8, 1939 in Horatio, AR and passed away Saturday, October 22, 2011 at Cornerstone Hospitalin West Monroe, LA. She was a resident of Wisner, a retired Franklin Parish school Teacher and member of First Baptist Church of Wisner. Her career as an educator spanned nearly four decades and began after all three daughters were in school and she earned her teaching degree from Northeast Louisina University. Beyond teaching, Mrs. Arnold became a mentor, a friend and coach to hundreds of students, winning not only their hearts but a state girl's softball championship for Wisner High School in 1984. Colleagues statewide acknowledged her accomplishments repeatedly, honoring her in 1997 as Louisiana High School Teacher of the Year and in 2007 as the state's educator most dedicated to infusing computer learning into the classroom. She won millions of dollars in grants for Franklin Parish schools as a way to increase computer access to students and improve what she passionately believed was a key to their futures. She was preceded in death by: Husband-Gary Arnold Parents-Eueal and Vida (Pettigrew) Traywick 2 Brothers-Roger Traywick and Gary Wayne Traywick 2 Nephews-James Traywick and Mike Upchurch. Survivors include: Her 3 Daughters-Teressa Castro and husband Joe of Sulphur, LA; Sharon Treen and husband Dana of St. Augustine, FL; Clara Rugg of West Monroe, LA; Sister-Carolyn Wiggins of Ferriday, LA; 3 Grandchildren-Darin Castro and wife Amy, Daniel Castro, and Connor Mays Great-Grandchild-Hannah Jo Castro and 4 nieces. The Pallbearers will be Connor Mays, Dana Treen, Daniel Castro, Darin Castro, Jared Peoples, Jesse Young, Jon Peoples and Marc McCarty. The Honorary Pallbearers will be -Deacons of First Baptist Church in Wisner, Joe Castro, Wiley McClary and William Fletcher. Memorial donations may be made to First Baptist Church of Wisner Building Fund. The family will receive friends at First Baptist Church-Wisner from 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm Monday, October 24, 2011. To leave an online condolence for the family please visit www.youngscommunity.com. Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home Winnsboro, LA Published in The News Star on October 24, 2011

Paul Rahn Memorial service for Mr. Paul Rahn, 58, of Monroe, LA, will be held at 2:00PM Tuesday, October 25, 2011 at North Monroe Baptist Church with Dr. Tom Middleton and Mr. David McMillin officiating under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Rd. Monroe. Mr. Rahn passed away on October 23, 2011 at St. Francis Medical Center. He was a member of the Institute of Packing Professionals, International Society of Explosives Engineers, and the Boy Scouts of America. Mr. Rahn was actively involved with the local Boy Scout Troop 76 and the River Oaks Booster Club. Survivors include his wife of 28 years, Sherri Rahn; three sons, Coley, Casey and Chaney Rahn all of Monroe, LA; mother, Bertie Rahn of Richmond Hill, GA; brother, Lee Rahn and wife Kelly; nephew, Troy Rahn; niece, Ivey Rahn all of Springfield, GA; sister-in-law and brother-in-law, Tammi and Jim Berl; niece, Lauren Berl; nephew, James Berl all of Hilton Head, SC; numerous cousins, aunts, and uncles. Visitation will be from 1:00PM until 2:00PM Tuesday at North Monroe Baptist Church. Memorials may be made to the River Oaks Athletic Department, 600 Finks Hideaway Rd. Monroe, LA 71203. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on October 24, 2011

Irene Smith Funeral services for Mrs. Irene Smith, 91, of West Monroe, formerly of Bernice, are 2:00 PM, Tuesday, October 25th, at the Kilpatrick Funeral Home of West Monroe with Bro. Gleason Copeland officiating. Interment follows at the Bernice Cemetery, Bernice, LA under the direction of the Kilpatrick Funeral Home of West Monroe. Mrs. Smith was born March 28th, 1920 in Camden, Arkansas and died October 22nd, 2011 in West Monroe. She was a homemaker and a member of the Pentecostals of the Twin Cities. She was preceded in death by her husband Carlton Smith in 1990; a son, Jerry in January 2011; a great great-grandson Micah in 2006; two sisters, and a brother. Survivors include her daughters, Mrs. Theresa Taylor and husband Walter, and Mrs. Reba Thurmon; son, James Smith and wife Sharon; daughter-in-law Rita Smith; brother Terrence Oliver and wife Shirley; eleven grandchildren; 34 great-grandchildren; and five great great-grandchildren. Pallbearers are her grandsons. Visitation is Monday, October 24th, from 5:00 pm- 7:00 pm at the 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 October 24, 2011

Rex Tullos Funeral services for Mr. Rex Tullos, age 77 of Grayson, will be held at 11:00 AM Tuesday, October 25, 2011 at Rosefield Baptist Church with Rev. Johnnie Phillips and Bro. Bubba Tucker officiating. Interment will follow in Rosefield Cemetery. Visitation will be Monday, October 24, 2011, at Rosefield Baptist Church from 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM. Mr. Tullos was born on September 3, 1934 in Gilbert, LA to the union of the late Rex H. Tullos and the late Mamie Emfinger Tullos and passed to his Heavenly home on Saturday, October 22, 2011 at his residence. He was a retired surveyor with the LaDOTD. He served as a deacon of Rosefield Baptist Church and was a member of the Summerville-Rosefield Water Board. Survivors include his wife, Shirley Cassels Tullos of Grayson; two sons: Max Edward Tullos of Vidalia and Kevin D. Tullos and wife, Janet of Olla; daughter, LeAnn Cupples and husband, Donnie of Olla; two brothers: Henry C. Tullos of Jena and John Daniel Tullos of Jonesville; grandchildren: Dustin Ruddell, Ty Tullos, Nikki Graves and husband, Greg, Aimee Pritchard, Emilee Cupples Reichardt and husband, Keith, Macy Tullos, Rita Tullos and Rexie Tullos and three great-grandchildren: Tiffany Humphries, Caleb Frost and Audrey Pritchard. Pallbearers will be Ty Tullos, Daniel Tullos, Darryle Kitterlin, Jeremy Cassels, Jeremy Richards, Wayne Spence, Mike Cassels and David Cassels. Honorary pallbearers will be the deacons of Rosefield Baptist Church. Online condolences may be made at www.riserfuneralhomes.com. Riser Funeral Home Columbia, LA Published in The News Star on October 24, 2011

Marge Arnold, 72 WISNER — Marge (Vita Marguerine) Arnold, a retired Franklin Parish teacher died Saturday. Services are 2 p.m. Tuesday at First Baptist Church. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Monday at the church. Burial will be in Providence Memorial Cemetery in Winnsboro under the direction of Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home.

Billy Grey Scalia, 76 Billy Grey Scalia of Monroe, retired postmaster, died Thursday. Memorial services are 10 a.m. Monday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Monroe. Visitation is 5-7 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home.

Jakob T. Whitlock, infant FARMERVILLE — Jakob Tyler Whitlock, infant son of Phillip and Jennifer Whitlock, died Wednesday. Services are 2 p.m. Sunday at Beulah Baptist Church. Burial will be in the church cemetery under direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED Miloy, Paulean B.: 11 a.m. Wednesday, New Pentecostal Temple Church, Monroe. Stokes, Ruth: 10 a.m. Sunday, Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Sturgeon, Willie: 3 p.m. Sunday, Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Rayville. Williams, Evelena: 2 p.m. Sunday, First Pilgrim Baptist Church, Monroe. Williams, Elvator: 11 a.m. Tuesday, Avenue Baptist Church, Monroe.

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

Effie Lee DeLacerda Funeral services for Effie Lee DeLacerda 85 of West Monroe will be held at 10:00 AM, Wednesday, October 26, 2011 in the chapel of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe. Father Frank Coens will be officiating. Interment will follow at Roselawn Memorial Gardens Calhoun under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe. Mrs. DeLacerda was born October 24, 1925 in Ft. Necessity, LA and passed away October 23, 2011 in West Monroe. She loved her family and loved to sew and cook. Mrs. DeLacerda was a member of St. Paschal's for many years. She was preceded in death by her husband of 55 years Raymond and her son, James and grandson Chris. Mrs. DeLacerda is survived by her children;son Raymond Charles DeLacerda, daughter, Esther Lee DeLacerda, son, Sammie Gene DeLacerda, daughter, Lovenia Ann DeLacerda;son, Melvin Robert DeLacerda; sisters, Mary Varner, Judia May and a brother, Jackie Roberts. Pallbearers will be Raymond DeLacerda, Jr., Jeff DeLacerda, Jason DeLacerda, Brad Simpson, Chandler DeLacerda and Chris Pippin. Visitation will be held 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 October 25, 2011

Dr. Kim Hall Dr. Kim Hall, beloved Pastor of Hunters Glen Baptist Church of Plano went home to be with his Lord and Savior on October 21, 2011. Dr. Hall served faithfully at HGBC for more than 20 years. The Mission Field was his passion, as evidenced in every aspect of his ministry. He will be remembered as a Pastor and friend who loved the church and the people in it. Prior to serving at Hunters Glen Dr. Hall served at Emmanuel Baptist Church in Ruston, La. and Trinity Heights Baptist Church in Shreveport, La. Kim earned his undergraduate degree from Louisiana State University in Shreveport and his Masters and Doctor of Ministry degrees from New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary. He has served churches in Louisiana and Mississippi during his 35 years of ministry. Dr. Hall has served on the Executive Board and the Mission Funding Committee of the Baptist General Convention of Texas. He has served in numerous positions with the Collin Baptist Association. He also has served as a chaplain for the Plano Police and Fire Departments. He has been active in missions worldwide. He is the founder of Advance International, which partners with New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary and the IMB to provide theological education to Christian leaders in remote areas of the world. Dr. Hall was preceded in death by his parents Dr. Luther & Floriene Hall. He is survived by his loving wife and partner in the ministry Martha Miller Hall, loving son Hunter Hall and wife Becky Merrick Hall, loving son Daniel Hall and his fiancé Jessi James. Two beautiful grandchildren Carson and Saige Hall, siblings; Gladden & Lydia Hall Willis, Bob & Myrna Hall Tarver, David & Madeline Hall and Joey & Judy Hall and many nieces and nephews. A Memorial Service was held Tuesday, October 25th, 2:00 PM at Hunters Glen Baptist Church, 4001 Custer Road, Plano. In lieu of flowers, memorials & donations may be submitted online for Advance International at www.2advance.org. For those wishing to send checks, you may do so at Advance International C/O Phil Walker, 7469 Old Canton Road, Madison, MS 39110. Published in The News Star from October 25 to October 27, 2011

Mark Elliott Lindsey Funeral services for Mark Elliott Lindsey, age 55, of Olla, will be held at 2:00 PM, Wednesday, October 26, 2011 at Rosefield Baptist Church with Bro. Johnnie Phillips and Bro. Ricky Gresham officiating. Visitation will be Tuesday from 5:00 PM until 9:00 PM at the church. Interment will follow at the Rosefield Baptist Church Cemetery. Arrangements are under the direction of Riser Funeral Home of Columbia. Mark was born on November 5, 1955 to James Watson and Francis Lindsey in Fort Carson, CO and he passed from this life on October 22, 2011 at St. Francis Medical Center in Monroe. He was a Production Field Supervisor. He was employed by various oil companies throughout his career. He was currently employed by Lime Rock Resources. He graduated from Franklin County High School where he played baseball and football. He attended college at Murray State in Kentucky where he played football. He was a member of Rosefield Baptist Church. He was a member of Caldwell Country Club where he loved to play golf with his many friends. He was preceded in death by his grandparents: Marshall and Kate Elliott of Olla; J.A. and Mirva Lindsey of Olla. He is survived by wife of 27 years: Connie Lindsey of Olla; two sons: Joshua Elliott Lindsey and his wife Rae of Summerville; Michael Seth Lindsey of Olla; his parents: James Watson and Francis Lindsey of Lafayette; two brothers: Kirby Lindsey and his wife Joan of Destin, FL; Greg Lindsey and his wife Karen of Corpus Christi, TX; one niece: Zoey Ainsworth; five nephews: Ethan Ainsworth, Jackson Lindsey, Grant Lindsey, Kellen Lindsey, and Ian Lindsey; his dog: Midnight. Pallbearers will be Micah Lindsey, Scott Lindsey, Steve Lindsey, Joe Cruse, Brandon Martin, and Gary Wilson. Honorary Pallbearers will be Ray Duke, Blake Sims, Bruce Williams, Leon Etheridge, Ken Jackson and his golfing friends at Caldwell Country Club. You may send online condolences to the Lindsey family at www.riserfuneralhomes.com. Riser Funeral Home Columbia, LA. Published in The News Star on October 25, 2011

James E. "Moe" Parker, Jr. Graveside services for Mr. James E. "Moe" Parker, Jr., 82, of Rayville, LA will be held at 3:00 PM, Wednesday, October 26, 2011 at Rayville Masonic Cemetery, Rayville, LA with Dr. Eddie Wren officiating, under the direction of Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Rayville, La. Moe was born April 15, 1929 in Memphis, TN and passed away on Sunday, October 23, 2011. Mr. Moe was very active in High School. He was the high school running back, president of the senior class, an officer in the ROTC Program, was voted most athletic and most handsome his senior year, and also served as a Duke in the Memphis Cotton Carnival. Moe was preceded in death by his father, James E. Parker, Sr.; mother, Grace Chastain; step-father, Fred Chastain; brothers, Charles, Lee, and Daniel Chastain. Survivors include his wife of sixty-three years, Neva P. Parker of Rayville, LA; two sons, Mark Andrew Parker of Rayville, LA; James Tracy Parker and wife, Jamie of Fayettville, NC; two daughters, Janice Ann Shepherd and husband, Mike of Merigold, MS; Carol Gay Rolfe and husband, Pete of Tallulah, LA.; seven grandchildren, Pearson, Daniel, Chelsea, Parker, Page, James and Robert; great-granddaughter, Mia; 2-brothers, Jeff Chastain of Millington, TN; David Chastain and wife, Donna of Collierville, TN; two brother-in-laws, Leonard Pearson and wife, Tina of Georgetown, TX; Jesse Pearson and wife, Glenda of Olive Branch, MS; two sister-in-laws, Dale Sims of Memphis, TN; Anna Sisk of Memphis, TN; Ann Goss of Monroe, LA; Numerous Nieces and Nephews. Pallbearers will be family members. Visitation will be 1:00 PM until 2:30 PM, Wednesday, at Brown-Holley Funeral Home with procession to the cemetery for a 3:00 graveside service. In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital , 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105 or The First Baptist Church Building Fund, First Baptist Church, 1306 Louisa St., Rayville, LA 71269. To leave condolences for the family go online to www.brownholleyfuneralhomes.com Brown-Holley Funeral Home Rayville, LA. Published in The News Star on October 25, 2011

Frederick Charles Ruth Mr. Frederick Charles Ruth, 63, of Sterlington, LA was born in Allentown, PA on June 29, 1948 and died on October 23, 2011 in Monroe, LA. He was an avid golfer, enjoyed fishing in his boat, "Miss Daisy", and loved cheering on his favorite sports teams, Penn State, Purdue and the Philadelphia Eagles. Mr. Ruth served in the United States Marine Corps from October 1967 until October 1971 and was a general manager for Georgia Pacific. He is preceded in death by his parents, Herbert and Anna Ruth and brothers, Ronnie Ruth and Tommy Haines. Survivors include his wife, Bernice Pingley Ruth; children, Holly Ruth Veasey and husband, Randall , Robert Ruth and wife, Jane, Will Warren and wife, Peggy, Melissa Warren and Robert Warren; grandchildren, Ryan Veasey, Mark Veasey, Colin Warren, Kyle Warren, Chloe Warren, Garrett Ruth, Brayden Bosley and Katelyn Warren; sister, Jane Ruth Smith; brothers, Ken Ruth and wife, Gail and William Ruth and wife, Mikey. Visitation will be held from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM, Tuesday, October 25, 2011 at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Monroe, LA. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Louisiana Methodist Children's Home, P.O. Box 929 Ruston, LA 71273 or the Louisiana Baptist Children's Home, 7200 Desiard Street, Monroe, LA 71203-3954. Funeral Services will be held in Allentown, PA under the direction of Trexler Funeral Home. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Rd., Monroe, LA. Published in The News Star on October 25, 2011

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

Effie Lee DeLacerda Funeral services for Effie Lee DeLacerda 85 of West Monroe will be held at 10:00 AM, Wednesday, October 26, 2011 in the chapel of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe. Father Frank Coens will be officiating. Interment will follow at Roselawn Memorial Gardens Calhoun under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe. Mrs. DeLacerda was born October 24, 1925 in Ft. Necessity, LA and passed away October 23, 2011 in West Monroe. She loved her family and loved to sew and cook. Mrs. DeLacerda was a member of St. Paschal's for many years. She was preceded in death by her husband of 55 years Raymond and her son, James and grandson Chris. Mrs. DeLacerda is survived by her children;son Raymond Charles DeLacerda and wife June, daughter, Esther Lee DeLacerda, son, Sammie Gene DeLacerda and wife Cathy, daughter, Lovenia Ann DeLacerda;son, Melvin Robert DeLacerda and wife Teresa; sisters, Mary Varner, Judia May and a brother, Jackie Roberts. Pallbearers will be Raymond DeLacerda, Jr., Jeff DeLacerda, Jason DeLacerda, Brad Simpson, Chandler DeLacerda and Chris Pippin. Visitation will be held 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 from October 25 to October 26, 2011

Dr. Kim Hall Dr. Kim Hall, beloved Pastor of Hunters Glen Baptist Church of Plano went home to be with his Lord and Savior on October 21, 2011. Dr. Hall served faithfully at HGBC for more than 20 years. The Mission Field was his passion, as evidenced in every aspect of his ministry. He will be remembered as a Pastor and friend who loved the church and the people in it. Prior to serving at Hunters Glen Dr. Hall served at Emmanuel Baptist Church in Ruston, La. and Trinity Heights Baptist Church in Shreveport, La. Kim earned his undergraduate degree from Louisiana State University in Shreveport and his Masters and Doctor of Ministry degrees from New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary. He has served churches in Louisiana and Mississippi during his 35 years of ministry. Dr. Hall has served on the Executive Board and the Mission Funding Committee of the Baptist General Convention of Texas. He has served in numerous positions with the Collin Baptist Association. He also has served as a chaplain for the Plano Police and Fire Departments. He has been active in missions worldwide. He is the founder of Advance International, which partners with New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary and the IMB to provide theological education to Christian leaders in remote areas of the world. Dr. Hall was preceded in death by his parents Dr. Luther & Floriene Hall. He is survived by his loving wife and partner in the ministry Martha Miller Hall, loving son Hunter Hall and wife Becky Merrick Hall, loving son Daniel Hall and his fiancé Jessi James. Two beautiful grandchildren Carson and Saige Hall, siblings; Gladden & Lydia Hall Willis, Bob & Myrna Hall Tarver, David & Madeline Hall and Joey & Judy Hall and many nieces and nephews. A Memorial Service was held Tuesday, October 25th, 2:00 PM at Hunters Glen Baptist Church, 4001 Custer Road, Plano. In lieu of flowers, memorials & donations may be submitted online for Advance International at www.2advance.org. For those wishing to send checks, you may do so at Advance International C/O Phil Walker, 7469 Old Canton Road, Madison, MS 39110. Published in The News Star from October 25 to October 27, 2011

Thomas Alber "Jack" Hammons Funeral services for Thomas Alber "Jack" Hammons, 84, of Monroe, LA will be held at 10:00 AM, Thursday, October 27, 2011 at Kilpatrick Funeral Home of Monroe with Pastors Jim Ragsdale and Butch Pilcher officiating. Interment will follow at Mulhearn Memorial Park under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home of Monroe. Mr. Hammons was born on July 10, 1927 in Start, LA and passed away on October 24, 2011 in Monroe, LA. "Jack" was a retired appliance salesman at Sears, a US Army veteran of the Korean War, and a member of New Destiny Assembly of God. He was a well known local country and gospel singer who was an opening act on the Louisiana Hayride for many entertainers, including Elvis Presley, Red Foley and others. He was preceded in death by his granddaughter: Amy Hill; and six brothers and sisters. He is survived by his wife of 64 years: Delores Rae Skiles Hammons; children: Donna Price and husband, David, Stephen Earl Hammons, and Wendy Alexander and husband, Ron; grandchildren: Sean Hammons and wife, Tara and Brooke Hammons; great grandchildren: London Hammons and Taylor Hammons; brother: Tommy Hammons; sister: Lucille Outz; and a number of nieces and nephews. Visitation will be from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM, Wednesday, October 26, 2011 at Kilpatrick Funeral Home of Monroe. Online condolences may be made to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com Kilpatrick Funeral Home Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on October 26, 2011

AIMEE LEE McILVEENE July 7, 1978 - October 26, 2001 "I thank my God upon every remembrance of you." Ogukuoouabs 1:3 Love, Dad, Mom and Tim Published in The News Star on October 26, 2011

Lois Sayers Taylor Funeral services for Lois Sayers Taylor, 94 of West Monroe will be held at 2:00 PM, Thursday, October 27, 2011 in the chapel of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe. Rev. Michi Head and Rev. Chris Mclain will be officiating. Interment will follow at Hasley Cemetery West Monroe. Mrs. Taylor was born December 13, 1916 in Summerfield, LA to the union of Joe Tom Sayers and Clara Cupp Sayers. She entered into rest on October 23, 2011. She was a member of McGuire United Methodist Church in West Monroe since 1949. Mrs. Taylor was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Dalton Taylor; sisters, Minnie Routel, Maybelle Duke, and Joely Hamilton; brothers, Archie Sayers, Morell Sayers, Thomas Sayers and great-grandchild, Connor Taylor. She is survived by two sons; Kenneth Taylor and wife Janice of Cantonment, Florida; Charles Taylor and wife Macel of West Monroe; one daughter; Sue Hollingsworth and husband Bob of Westcliffe, Colorado; two brothers; Ellery Sayers of Arlington, Texas and Joe Ruel Sayers of Ringgold, LA; grandchildren; Ken Taylor, Jr. of Karnack, Texas, Rita Harrison and husband David of Cantonment, Florida, Amy Beckett and husband Steve of Ozark, Missouri; Marc Hollingsworth and wife Kathy of Colorado Springs, Colorado; Eric Hollingsworth and wife Jennifer of Kingwood, Texas and Jennifer Beasley and husband John of Madison, Mississippi; thirteen great-grandchildren and three great-great grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews. Pallbearers will be Eric Hollingsworth, Marc Hollingsworth, Ken Taylor, Jr., John Beasley, Steve Beckett and David Harrison. Honorary pallbearer will be Ronnie Sayers. Visitation will be held Thursday from 1:00 PM until service time at Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe. Memorial contributions may be made to McGuire United Methodist Church Building Fund, Arkansas Road 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 October 26, 2011

Nita Thomas Services celebrating the life of Nita Thomas will be held at 2:00 pm on Wednesday, October 26, 2011 at Temple Baptist Church in Ruston, LA. Dr. Greg Hunt will officiate. Remembrances will be given by Hon. Rodney Alexander. The family will greet visitors at the church from 12:00 P.M. to 2:00 P.M. Nita Thomas was a woman of faith and dignified grace. Married for 49 years 10 months to her 1st and only love, she dedicated herself to her husband and children and later grandchildren and great grandchildren. Nita's warmth, graciousness and sense of humor are the qualities that earned her many close friends throughout her life and she was always a source of strength to those who knew her. Known for her love of entertaining, Mrs. Thomas frequently hosted her friends, family and neighbors for gatherings that filled her home with conversation and laughter. Holidays were always a special time around her dinner table when children and grandchildren would gather for hours on end sharing stories and laughs. As an advocate for those with special needs, she was committed to the mission of inclusion and acceptance of all God's special children. Mrs. Thomas was an active supporter of Louisiana Tech, the school that she and Sam attended and loved. Mrs. Thomas is predeceased by her parents, Ralph and Sarah Allen Chapman, and sister, Patricia Chapman Evans and her husband Samuel Madison Thomas, Jr. Left to cherish her memory are children: Patti Harper and husband Jerry of Shreveport, LA, Sam Thomas III of Largo, Florida, Joe Thomas and wife Robin of Monroe, LA and Elizabeth Anne Thomas of Shreveport, LA; niece: Julie Evans Kyte; grandchildren: Sam Thomas IV and wife Michelle of Port Richie Florida, Sarah Thomas of Shreveport, LA, Laura Harper Winters and husband Randy of Arlington, VA, Emily Thomas Kozar and husband Graham of Ruston, LA, Patrick Thomas of Ruston, LA, Jay Harper of Washington, DC, Joseph Thomas of Shreveport, LA; and great grandchildren Sam Thomas V, Harper Elizabeth Winters, Tyler Joseph Thomas. Family memorial choices are ARCO of Monroe and The Providence House of Shreveport, LA Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com Kilpatrick Funeral Home Ruston, LA Published in The News Star on October 26, 2011

Martin Aday, 59 Martin "Tony" Aday of West Monroe, a repairman, died Monday. Graveside services are 2 p.m. Wednesday at Roselawn Memorial Gardens, Calhoun. Visitation is noon until 1:50 p.m. Wednesday prior to services at Griffin Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Lucille B. Campbell, 73 LAKE PROVIDENCE — Lucille B. Campbell, a homemaker, died Friday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at Cain Ridge No. 2 Missionary Baptist Church, Lake Providence. Visitation is 1-5 p.m. Friday at Harris Funeral Home, Lake Providence. Burial will be in Gaither Memorial Cemetery.

Wilford Chandler, 90 WINNSBORO — Wilford Chandler, a retired auto worker, died Friday. Services are 11 a.m. Friday at Winnsboro Second Baptist Church. Visitation is 1-7 p.m. Thursday at Richardson Funeral Home, Winnsboro. Burial will be in Berry Hill Cemetery, Winnsboro.

James L. Coates, 72 James Leroy Coates, an offshore production supervisor, died Tuesday. Services are 10 a.m. Thursday at Fellowship Baptist Church, Columbia. Visitation is 4-9 p.m. Wednesday at the church. Burial will be in the church cemetery under the direction of Riser Funeral Home, Columbia.

James F. Cole, 81 SICILY ISLAND — James Floyd Cole, a retired crane operator, died Monday. Private memorial services will be held at a later date. Arrangements are under the direction of Gill First National Funeral Home.

Effie L. DeLacerda, 85 Effie Lee DeLacerda of West Monroe, a homemaker, died Sunday. Services are 10 a.m. Wednesday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Burial will be in Roselawn Memorial Gardens.

Walter Lee Givens, 64 Walter Lee "W.G. Soul" Givens of Monroe, a disc jockey, died Monday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home.

Thelma Goods, 57 TALLULAH — Thelma Goods, a retired nurse, died Sunday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at First Kingdom Baptist Church, Tallulah. Visitation is 5-7 p.m. Friday at Palestine Baptist Church, Tallulah. Burial will be in Oakwood Cemetery, Tallulah, under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home.

 Larry R. Gradick Sr., 67 Larry Ross Gradick Sr. of Monroe, a mechanic, died Saturday. Services are 2 p.m. Thursday at McFarland Funeral Home, Monroe. Visitation is 2-7 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Union Cemetery, Linville.

Jessie D. Gray III, infant Jessie DeWayne Gray III, the infant son of Shalonda D. Vaughn and Jessie DeWayne Gray Sr., died Tuesday. Graveside services are 10 a.m. Thursday at Richwood Memorial Gardens. Arrangements are under the direction of Funerals by McFarland, Monroe.

Jaisley C. Holmes, infant BASTROP — Jaisley Carlae' Holmes, the infant daughter of Carmen Holmes, died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Bastrop.

Joann Johnson, 61 NEW YORK — JoAnn Johnson, formerly of Mer Rouge, a telephone operator, died Oct. 15. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at Eudora Missionary Baptist Church, Mer Rouge. Visitation is 5-6 p.m. Friday at Tennant Funeral Home, Bastrop. Burial will be in Jerusalem Cemetery, Mer Rouge.

Derrick Jones, 32 DELHI — Derrick Jones died Wednesday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at Bethel Church of God In Christ, Monroe. Visitation is 6-7 p.m. Friday at Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville. Burial will be in Mount Zion Cemetery, Delhi.

Justin W. Kane, 42 "Dusty" Justin Warren Kane of West Monroe, an employee with Atmos Entergy and Guide Corporation, died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Stephan Killian, 52 WINNSBORO — Stephan Killian, a laborer, died Tuesday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Pleasant Green Baptist Church, Crowville. Visitation is 2-6 p.m. Friday at Funerals by McFarland, Delhi. Burial will be in Philadelphia Baptist Church Cemetery, Crowville.

Julius F. Lindsay, 75 RUSTON — Julius Floyd Lindsay, a butcher, died Monday. Graveside services are 2 p.m. Wednesday at Kilpatrick's Serenity Gardens, West Monroe. Arrangements are under the direction of Owens Memorial Chapel Funeral Home, Ruston.

Shead H. Lishman Jr., 64 Shead Harvey "Sonny" Lishman Jr., a self employed race car mechanic, died Monday. Graveside services are 2 p.m. Wednesday at Coax Baptist Church Cemetery, Baskin. Arrangements are under the direction of Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home.

Ola M. McChristian, 76 RAYVILLE — Ola May McChristian, a certified nurse assistant, died Thursday. Services are 11 a.m. Thursday at Pilgrim Rest Baptist Church, Rayville. Visitation is 5-6 p.m. Wednesday at Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville. Burial will be in North Union Cemetery, Bellefontaine, Miss.

Margaret J. Moore, 55 BASTROP — Margaret JoAnn Moore, a homemaker, died Sunday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Greater First Church of God In Christ, Bastrop. Visitation is 6-7 p.m. Friday at Tennant Funeral Home, Bastrop. Burial will be in Alexandria No. 1 Cemetery, Oak Ridge.

Joseph C. Nall, 19 BASTROP — Joseph Curtis Nall died Monday. Services are 2 p.m. Thursday at Golden Funeral Home, Bastrop. Visitation is 5-9 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Memorial Park Cemetery.

James E. Parker Jr., 82 RAYVILLE — James E. "Moe" Parker Jr., an owner/operator of Napa Auto Parts, died Sunday. Graveside services are 3 p.m. Wednesday at Rayville Masonic Cemetery. Visitation is 1-2:30 p.m. at Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Rayville.

Betty Reed, 42 DENTON, Texas — Betty Reed, formerly of Bastrop, a truck driver, died Saturday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at New Second Baptist Church, Bastrop. Visitation is 7-8 p.m. Friday at Tennant Funeral Home, Bastrop. Burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Bastrop.

Prentice Thompson, 59 PIONEER — Prentice Thompson died Sunday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville.

Henry Tolliver, 77 MARRERO — Henry Tolliver, an auto mechanic, died Oct. 18. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Hopewell Baptist Church, Sicily Island. Visitation is 6-7 p.m. Friday at Davis Mortuary, Marrero. Burial will be in the church cemetery under the direction of Richardson Funeral Home, Winnsboro.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED Miloy, Paulean B.: 11 a.m. Wednesday, New Pentecostal Temple Church, Monroe. Strange, Mary Ellen: 10 a.m. Wednesday, Mount Pleasant Baptist Church, west of Columbia. Taylor, Lois Sayers: 2 p.m. Thursday, Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Warner, Carolyn Ann: 7 p.m. Thursday, New Beginnings Tabernacle, Rayville,

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

Dr. Kim Hall Dr. Kim Hall, beloved Pastor of Hunters Glen Baptist Church of Plano went home to be with his Lord and Savior on October 21, 2011. Dr. Hall served faithfully at HGBC for more than 20 years. The Mission Field was his passion, as evidenced in every aspect of his ministry. He will be remembered as a Pastor and friend who loved the church and the people in it. Prior to serving at Hunters Glen Dr. Hall served at Emmanuel Baptist Church in Ruston, La. and Trinity Heights Baptist Church in Shreveport, La. Kim earned his undergraduate degree from Louisiana State University in Shreveport and his Masters and Doctor of Ministry degrees from New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary. He has served churches in Louisiana and Mississippi during his 35 years of ministry. Dr. Hall has served on the Executive Board and the Mission Funding Committee of the Baptist General Convention of Texas. He has served in numerous positions with the Collin Baptist Association. He also has served as a chaplain for the Plano Police and Fire Departments. He has been active in missions worldwide. He is the founder of Advance International, which partners with New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary and the IMB to provide theological education to Christian leaders in remote areas of the world. Dr. Hall was preceded in death by his parents Dr. Luther & Floriene Hall. He is survived by his loving wife and partner in the ministry Martha Miller Hall, loving son Hunter Hall and wife Becky Merrick Hall, loving son Daniel Hall and his fiancé Jessi James. Two beautiful grandchildren Carson and Saige Hall, siblings; Gladden & Lydia Hall Willis, Bob & Myrna Hall Tarver, David & Madeline Hall and Joey & Judy Hall and many nieces and nephews. A Memorial Service was held Tuesday, October 25th, 2:00 PM at Hunters Glen Baptist Church, 4001 Custer Road, Plano. In lieu of flowers, memorials & donations may be submitted online for Advance International at www.2advance.org. For those wishing to send checks, you may do so at Advance International C/O Phil Walker, 7469 Old Canton Road, Madison, MS 39110. Published in The News Star from October 25 to October 27, 2011

"Dusty" Justin Warren Kane Funeral Services for "Dusty" Justin Warren Kane, 42, of West Monroe, LA will be held at 2:00 P.M. Friday, October 28, 2011 in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA with Rev. Jerry Salisbury and Rev. Herman Lenard officiating. Interment will follow in the Roselawn Memorial Gardens in Calhoun, LA. Dusty was born on December 11, 1968 and passed away on October 25, 2011. He was very active in the West Monroe Dixie Youth Program, member West Monroe Methodist Protestant Church and attended First Baptist Church in West Monroe, the West Monroe Masonic Lodge #419, Rebel Club and also in Road Runners Association. Dusty graduated from West Monroe High School in 1986 and attended ULM and was an avid hunter. Survivors include his wife, Amy Jackson Kane; son, "Jack Karson" Karson Jackson Kane; parents, L.V. and June Kane; mother-in-law, Myra McDonald and husband, Larry; father-in-law, Dickie Jackson and wife, Mickey; sisters, Misty Smith and husband, Billy, Wendy Lenard and husband, Mark and Sheila Crocker; brother, J.L. Kane; grandmother, Mildred Kane; numerous aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews. Pallbearers will be Mark Sanders, Marty Bailey, Keith Billings, James Kuhn, Brian Hinton and Rob Newson. Honorary Pallbearers will be Kentz Head, Scott Payne, Tony Jones, Greg Soignier, Billy Croft, Chuck Smart, Dave Reeves, Mike Wallace and Tina Newsom. Visitation will be held from 5:00 P.M. until 8:00 P.M. Thursday, October 27, 2011 at Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. The family would like to give a special thank you to the staff of First Choice Hospice, Donald Shaw, Gale Borden, Tonya Neilson, Suzanne Hatten and to Danny Hawthorne. Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on October 27, 2011

AIMEE LEE MCILVEENE July 7, 1978 - October 26,2011 "I thank my God upon every remembrance of you." Philippians 1:3 Love, Dad, Mom and Tim Published in The News Star on October 27, 2011

Ralph E. Reed Funeral services for Mr. Ralph E. Reed, 85 of West Monroe will be held at 10:00 AM, Friday, October 28, 2011 Feazel Chapel of First Baptist Church West Monroe. Rev. Woods Watson will be officiating. Interment will follow at Hasley Cemetery West Monroe under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe. Mr. Reed was born October 17, 1926 in Cleveland, Mississippi and passed away October 26, 2011 in West Monroe. He was a member of First Baptist Church West Monroe, Carl White Sunday School Class, Chamber of Commerce and Rotary Club. Mr. Reed was a retired Banker from Central Bank, Regions Bank and OIB. Mr. Reed is survived by his wife of 62 years; Mary Hearne Reed; daughters Martha Reed Miller and husband Tommy, Patricia Reed Harrison and husband Mark; grandson; Reed Alan Rogers and wife Terri; granddaughters; Laura Lee Harrison and Mary Harrison Oates and husband Matthew; great-granddaughters; Hallie Reed Rogers and Kathryn A. Rogers; step-grandsons; Loyal Miller and Nate Miller; step-granddaughter; Evangeline Miller. Pallbearers will be Reed Rogers, Matthew Oates, Chris Hearne, Jimmy Henderson, Al Henderson and Bill Carlisle. Honorary pallbearer will be Mickey Reed, Eugene Knapp and Steve Rogers. Visitation will be held Thursday, October 27, 2011 from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM at Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe. The family extends special thanks to his Love2Care sitters: Bea, Sharon, Teresa, Flo, Otessa, Alicia and Agape Hospice. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes. Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on October 27, 2011

Rosetta Carter, 79 BASTROP — Rosetta Carter died Wednesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Bastrop.

Kenneth W. Daily Sr., 54 Kenneth Wayne Daily Sr. of West Monroe, a construction manager, died Monday. Memorial services are at 5 p.m. Thursday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Visitation is at 4 p.m. at the funeral home.

Thomas A. Hammons, 84 Thomas Alber "Jack" Hammons of Monroe, a retired appliance salesman for Sears, died Monday. Services are at 10 a.m. Thursday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery.

Lillian B. Lewis, 72 Lillian Butcher Lewis of West Monroe, a retired telephone operator, died Tuesday. Services are at 10:30 a.m. Saturday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Visitation is 5-7 p.m. Friday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Welcome Home Cemetery, Grayson.

Rev. Danny L. Pitts, 58 OZARK, Ala. — The Rev. Danny Lee Pitts, a pastor and missions worker, died Saturday. Memorial services will be held at a later date. Arrangements are under the direction of Holman Funeral Home, Ozark.

Ruby B. Rimmey, 87 NEWELLTON — Ruby Brooks Rimmey, a homemaker, died Oct. 19. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Newellton Elementary School. Visitation is 9 a.m. Saturday until service time at the school. Burial will be in Union Cemetery under the direction of Richardson Funeral Home, Newellton.

James E. Scarborough, 65 HAILE — James Edward "Jimmy" Scarborough, a retired machine foreman with International Paper Company, died Tuesday. Services are 2 p.m. Friday at Cox Funeral Home, Bastrop. Visitation is noon Friday until service time at the funeral home. Burial will be in Liberty Cemetery.

Lois Taylor, 94 Lois Taylor of West Monroe, a homemaker, died Sunday. Services are 2 p.m. Thursday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Visitation is 1 p.m. Thursday until service time at the funeral home. Burial will be in Hasley Cemetery, West Monroe.

Prentice Thompson, 59 PIONEER — Prentice Thompson died Sunday. Services are 1 p.m. Sunday at Mount Zion Baptist Church, Pioneer. Burial will be in Jones Cemetery, Pioneer, under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED Campbell, Lucille B.: 1 p.m. Saturday, Cain Ridge No. 2 Missionary Baptist Church, Lake Providence. Chandler, Wilford: 11 a.m. Friday, Winnsboro Second Baptist Church. Coates, James Leroy: 10 a.m. Thursday, Fellowship Baptist Church, Columbia. Goods, Thelma: 1 p.m. Saturday, First Kingdom Baptist Church, Tallulah. Gradick Sr., Larry Ross: 2 p.m. Thursday, McFarland Funeral Home, Monroe. Gray III, Jessie DeWayne: 10 a.m. Thursday, Richwood Memorial Gardens. Johnson, JoAnn: 1 p.m. Saturday, Eudora Missionary Baptist Church, Mer Rouge. Jones, Derrick: 1 p.m. Saturday, Bethel Church of God In Christ, Monroe. Killian, Stephan: 11 a.m. Saturday, Pleasant Green Baptist Church, Crowville. McChristian, Ola May: 11 a.m. Thursday, Pilgrim Rest Baptist Church, Rayville. Moore, Margaret JoAnn: 11 a.m. Saturday, Greater First Church of God In Christ, Bastrop. Nall, Joseph Curtis: 2 p.m. Thursday, Golden Funeral Home, Bastrop. Reed, Betty: 1 p.m. Saturday, New Second Baptist Church, Bastrop. Taylor, Lois Sayers: 2 p.m. Thursday, Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Tolliver, Henry: 11 a.m. Saturday, Hopewell Baptist Church, Sicily Island. Warner, Carolyn Ann: 7 p.m. Thursday, New Beginnings Tabernacle, Rayville.

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

Lillian Lewis Services celebrating the home going of Mrs. Lillian Butcher Lewis, 75, of West Monroe, are 10:30 AM on Saturday, October 29th, 2011, at the Chapel of the Kilpatrick Funeral Home of West Monroe with Rev. John Nocera and Rev. Otis Moore officiating. Interment follows at the Welcome Home Cemetery in Grayson under the direction of the Kilpatrick Funeral Home of West Monroe. Mrs. Lewis was born in Winnsboro on September 16th, 1936, and passed away on Tuesday, October 25th, 2011, in West Monroe. Lillian was a wonderful woman of God and loved her church and family very much. She was a charter member of the Harvest Assembly of God. Lillian loved to sing and anyone who was around her knew she loved to sing and sing loud. She was also devoted to her family and visiting with her sisters and brothers was the highlight of her life. Lillian was retired from BellSouth. Preceding her in death were her parents, Robert L. and Gladys Butcher; husband, Seaburn Lewis; son, Keith Alan Lott; sisters, Sadie Googer, Edith Edwards, Lena Black, and Adelle Tucker. Survivors include her children, Charles Lewis, Lonnie Fontana, Debbie Gellner, and Sheila Linker; granddaughter, Amity Lewis; sisters, Jean Salter, Betty Alexander, Ophelia Sellers, and Olivia Redding; brothers, J.C. Butcher and Robert Butcher, Jr., and a number of nieces, nephews, and friends. Pallbearers will be Robbie Stewart, Spencer Stewart, James Mason, Jason Green, John Jeter and Donny Sellers. Visitation is Friday, October 28th, 2011, from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM at the Kilpatrick Funeral Home of West Monroe. "Lillian lived well, loved her God and family, and has now gone to see Jesus, Praise God." Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Published in The News Star on October 28, 2011

Royce D. Self Funeral Services for Royce D. Self, 79, of Monroe, LA, will be 11:00 AM, Saturday, October 29, 2011 at St. Paschal Catholic Church with Fr. Frank Coens officiating. Interment will follow at St. Paschal Catholic Church Cemetery. Mr. Self was born on November 21, 1931 in Tarrant County, TX and died on October 27, 2011 in Monroe, LA. He was retired repair service technician for Montgomery Wards. Mr. Self was a member of St. Paschal Catholic Church. He was a fourth degree Knight, a state officer for Knights of Columbus and a Grand Knight of the Knights of Columbus Council # 3642. Mr. Self is preceded in death by his brother, Gerald Self. Survivors include his wife, Sue D. Self; two sisters, Sheryl Gee and her husband Jim, Margaret Usleton and her husband Melvin; and three nieces, Nonnie James, Sue Jackson, and Stephanie Fletcher. Visitation will be 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM Friday, October 28, 2011 and the Vigil Wake service will be 6:00 PM Friday, October 28, 2011 at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. The family would like to thank the staff of the Northeast Louisiana War Veterans Home. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on October 28, 2011

Kimmie Ashey, 96 RINGGOLD — Kimmie Ashey, a homemaker, died Friday. Services are 10 a.m. Saturday at Springhill CME Church. Visitation is 3-7 p.m. Friday at Miller Funeral Home, Minden. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens.

Milton Candler, 88 RUSTON — Milton Candler, a retired university driver, died Monday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Mount Olive Baptist Church, Grambling. Family hour is 6-7 p.m. Friday at King's Funeral Home, Ruston. Burial will be in Grambling Memorial Gardens. Mable Collins, 93 Mable Collins of Monroe, a homemaker, died Sunday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Miller Funeral Home, Monroe.

Jimmie L. Davis, 85 SIMSBORO — Jimmie Lee Davis, a retired wood contractor, died Sunday. Services are 2:30 p.m. Saturday at Shady Grove CME Church. Visitation is 1-7 p.m. Friday at King's Funeral Home, Ruston. Burial will be in the church cemetery.

Ezekiel Drayton Sr., 99 RUSTON — Ezekiel "Zeke" Drayton Sr., a retired paper mill laborer, died Friday. Services are 2:30 p.m. Saturday at Pleasant Grove Baptist Church, Clay. Family hour is 6-7 p.m. Friday at the church. Burial will be in the church cemetery under the direction of King's Funeral Home.

Nevesa D. Dumas, 76 Nevesa D. Dumas of West Monroe, a retired telephone operator for South Central Bell Telephone Co., died Thursday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Carrie L. Edwards, 56 Carrie L. Edwards of Monroe, a nurse, died Wednesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Smith Funeral Home, Monroe. Andrea F. Elliott, 43 Andrea Faye Elliott of Monroe died Monday. Graveside services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Richwood Memorial Gardens. Visitation is 1-7 p.m. Friday at Smith Funeral Home, Monroe.

Christine C. Ezell, 81 PIONEER — Christine Copes Ezell, a seamstress, died Thursday. Services are 10 a.m. Saturday at First United Pentecostal Church, Oak Grove. Visitation is 5-9 p.m. Friday at Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Rayville. Burial will be in Bethel Cemetery, Holly Ridge.

Walter Givens, 64 Walter Lee "W.G. Soul" Givens of Monroe, a disc jockey, died Monday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Greater Magnolia Missionary Baptist Church, Bastrop. Visitation is 6-8 p.m. Friday at St. Matthew Church of God in Christ, Monroe. Burial will be in H.V. Adams Cemetery, Bastrop, under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Bastrop.

Iona J. Harris, 88 RUSTON — Iona Johnson Harris, a homemaker, died Oct. 19. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Macedonia No. 1 Baptist Church, Dubach. Visitation is 1-7 p.m. Friday at King's Funeral Home. Burial will be in the church cemetery.

Charles Jackson, 40 Charles Jackson of Monroe, a carpenter, died Monday. Services are noon Saturday at Miller Funeral Home, Monroe. Visitation is 1-6 p.m. Friday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens. "Dusty" W. Kane, 42 "Dusty" Justin Warren Kane of West Monroe, employed with Atmos Entergy and Guide Corp., died Tuesday. Services are 2 p.m. Friday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Burial will be in Roselawn Memorial Gardens, Calhoun.

Charles King, 81 BATON ROUGE — Charles King, formerly of Winnsboro, a retired geologist with Louisiana Department of Conservation, died Thursday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Gill First National Funeral Home.

Woodrow McDaniel, 73 BASTROP — Woodrow McDaniel, a retired auto mechanic, died Wednesday. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at Cox Funeral Home. Burial will be in Carter Cemetery, Collinston.

Anthony Z. Profit, infant Anthony Zion Profit of Monroe, the infant son of Anthony and Chantrell Profit, died Monday. Graveside services are 1 p.m. Saturday at Richwood Memorial Gardens. Arrangements are under the direction of Miller Funeral Home. Odella Richardson, 96 Odella Richardson of Monroe, a homemaker, died Oct. 19. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Word of Faith Revival Center, Monroe. Visitation is 1-7 p.m. Friday at Smith Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens.

Marie Spikes, 91 MINDEN — Marie Spikes, a custodian, died Saturday. Services are noon Friday at St. James Baptist Church. Burial will be in St. James Baptist Church Cemetery under the direction of Miller Funeral Home.

Clyde Thompson, 90 Clyde Thompson of Monroe, a laborer, died Friday. Services are 10 a.m. Friday at Mount Olivet Baptist Church, Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens under the direction of Miller Funeral Home, Monroe.

Gregory Townsend Sr., 48 TALLULAH — Gregory Townsend Sr., a landscaper, died Oct. 20. Memorial services are 1 p.m. Saturday at Beckwith Golden Gate Funeral Home.

Daisy Tugler, 89 Daisy Tugler of Monroe, a homemaker, died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Miller Funeral Home, Monroe.

Jessie L. Wright, 79 TALLULAH — Jessie L. Wright, a homemaker, died Friday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at New Morning Star Missionary Baptist Church. Visitation is 2-5 p.m. Friday at Beckwith Golden Gate Funeral Home. Burial will be in New Oakwood Cemetery.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED Campbell, Lucille B.: 1 p.m. Saturday, Cain Ridge No. 2 Missionary Baptist Church, Lake Providence. Chandler, Wilford: 11 a.m. Friday, Winnsboro Second Baptist Church. Goods, Thelma: 1 p.m. Saturday, First Kingdom Baptist Church, Tallulah. Johnson, JoAnn: 1 p.m. Saturday, Eudora Missionary Baptist Church, Mer Rouge. Jones, Derrick: 1 p.m. Saturday, Bethel Church of God In Christ, Monroe. Killian, Stephan: 11 a.m. Saturday, Pleasant Green Baptist Church, Crowville. Lewis, Lillian Butcher: 10:30 a.m. Saturday, Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Moore, Margaret JoAnn: 11 a.m. Saturday, Greater First Church of God In Christ, Bastrop. Reed, Betty: 1 p.m. Saturday, New Second Baptist Church, Bastrop. Rimmey, Ruby Brooks: 11 a.m. Saturday, Newellton Elementary School, Newellton. Scarborough, James Edward "Jimmy": 2 p.m. Friday, Cox Funeral Home, Bastrop. Thompson, Prentice: 1 p.m. Sunday, Mount Zion Baptist Church, Pioneer. Tolliver, Henry: 11 a.m. Saturday, Hopewell Baptist Church, Sicily Island.

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

Marshall Lee Baugh Funeral services for Marshall Lee Baugh, 78 of West Monroe are 2:30 PM, Sunday, October 30, 2011 at Luna Assembly of God with Pastor Joel Brackett, Rev. Larry Eubanks and Rev. J. L. Baugh officiating. Interment follows at Luna Assembly of God Cemetery under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe. Mr. Baugh was born June 7, 1933 in Ouachita Parish and passed away October 28, 2011 in West Monroe. He was a lifelong resident of Ouachita Parish and retired from Manville Forest Products, West Ouachita High School and Commissioner of Voting Polls. Mr. Baugh was a member of Luna Assembly of God where he served as an adult teacher, head usher, and deacon and was a US Army veteran of the Korean Conflict. He was cemetery overseer for many years and he graduated from Eros High School. Mr. Baugh was preceded in death by his parents; Ted and Mary Harper Baugh and a brother and a sister. Mr. Baugh is survived by his wife of 56 years Bettye Harrell Baugh; sons; David and Louanne Sims, Dennis and Connie Sims; grandchildren; Amy Sims Carlyle and husband Brad, Brian and Jeremy Sims; great-grandchildren; Abbie, Anna and Eva Carlyle, Tyler Sims and Aiden Taylor; 14 brothers and sisters; and a number nieces and nephews. Pallbearers are Donald Bonnett, Clyde Graham, Jimmy Lenard, Jimmie Bailey, Rickey Brown, and Alton Downs. Honorary pallbearers are Joey Hodnett, Conway Strong and Carl Underwood. Visitation is Saturday from 6:00 PM until 8:00 PM at the church. In lieu of floral tributes the family requests memorial contributions to the Luna Assembly of God. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Published in The News Star on October 29, 2011

Elaine Buckley Funeral Services for Mrs. Elaine Buckley, 84, of West Monroe, LA will be held at 3:00 PM, Saturday, October 29, 2011 in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA with Rev. Waymond Warren officiating. Interment will follow in the Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery in Monroe, LA. Mrs. Buckley was born on March 7, 1927 and passed away on October 28, 2011. She was a member of Fair Park Baptist Church in West Monroe, LA. Mrs. Buckley is preceded in death by her parents, Clarence Clark and Lena Whittington Clark Watson; and husband, Sidney Buckley. She was a loving mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and sister to the following: her children, Cheryl Buckley Johnson and husband, Charles and Diane Buckley Coronado and husband, Mark; grandchildren, Andrea Johnson Brashier, Anissa Johnson Ates and husband Shane and Marcus Dale Coronado and wife, Tabetha; 5 great-grandchildren; brothers, O.C. Watson and wife Barbara, Melton Watson and wife Susan and numerous nieces and nephews. Visitation will be held from 1:30 PM until service time Saturday at Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Memorials may be made to I-Care at Fair Park Baptist Church. Online Registry/ Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Published in The News Star on October 29, 2011

Nevesa D. Dumas Funeral Services for Mrs. Nevesa D. Dumas, 76, of West Monroe, LA will be 2:00 PM, Sunday, October 30, 2011 at Fair Park Baptist Church in West Monroe with Rev. Waymond Warren officiating. Interment will follow at Roselawn Memorial Gardens Cemetery in Calhoun. Mrs. Dumas was born January 13, 1935 in Farmerville, LA and died on October 27, 2011 in West Monroe, LA. She was a member of Fair Park Baptist Church in West Monroe. Mrs. Dumas retired from South Central Bell Telephone Company. She was a Telephone Pioneer. Mrs. Dumas taught Sunday School and was very active with youth programs at the church including GA's. She was involved in the Operation Christmas Child Program. Mrs. Dumas will be dearly missed by her many friends in the Magdalene Sunday School Class. She was one of twelve children. She is preceded in death by her parents, Henry Alvin and Mittie Ann Downs; sister, Helena Downs Rogers Patrick; and her husband, Robert Eugene Dumas. She was a loving mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and sister to the following: her children, Terry L. Dumas and wife, Anne, Tanya Dumas Hoover and husband Greg, Pam Dumas Bacon and husband Max, Becky Marshall and husband Lamar; grandchildren, Leslie Bauman and husband Cody, Daniel Dumas and wife Maddie, Kate Dumas, Morgan, Matthew and Mitchell Bacon and Caroline Marshall; two great-grandchildren, Hudson Lane Dumas and Henry Todd Bauman; sisters and brothers, Ann Bonner and husband Ray, June Holton and husband JW, Erma Harp and husband Paul, Dale Downs and wife Kay, Ralph Downs, Eunice Herring, Evonne Peoples and husband Bill, Julie Hale, Kathy Beth and husband Howard, Carol Hay and husband Bert; numerous special nieces and nephews; special friend and caregiver, Tammy Williams; as well as many dear friends. Pallbearers will be Daniel Dumas, Lamar Marshall, Cody Bauman, Matthew Bacon, Alan Rogers, Steve Rogers, and Rocky Bonner. Visitation will be from 1:00 PM until 2:00 PM Sunday, October 29, 2011 at Fair Park Baptist Church in West Monroe. Memorials may be made to the Fair Park Baptist Church Building Fund. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Published in The News Star from October 29 to October 30, 2011

Ruby Adalaide Rarick Sharbono Funeral services for Ruby Adalaide Rarick Sharbono will be held at 2:00 PM, Sunday, October 30, 2011 in the chapel of Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Rayville with Rev. Jeff Thomas and Mr. William Sharbono officiating. Interment will follow in the Hall Cemetery, Hwy 15 South, Rayville, LA. Ruby Rarick Sharbono was a long time member of the First Baptist Church, Rayville, LA and was devoted to her Sunday School Class until moving to Colonial Manor Nursing Home. Ruby was born November 3, 1919 and passed away Friday, October 28, 2011 at 91 years of age. Ruby was preceded in death by her parents, C.W. and Mary Rarick; brothers, John R. and R.G. Rarick; and son-in-law, Berny Awl. Survivors include her children, G. Loyd Sharbono, Jr. and wife, Lynda of Dallas, TX, William E. Sharbono and wife, Wanda of Rayville, LA, and E. Dianne Awl of West Monroe, LA; and a host of grandchildren and great grandchildren. Pallbearers are Keith Sharbono, Greg Sharbono, Matt Petrus, William Awl, Robert Walls, and Sam Sharbono. Honorary pallbearers will be Jordan Petrus, Raymond Rarick, Robert Mack Rarick, and Shelton Sharbono. Memorials may be made to the Louisiana Baptist Children's Home, Monroe, LA. A special thank you to Colonial Manor Nursing Home and their staff, Richardson Medical Center, Richland Hospice and their staff, and Dr. Albert Kerr for their dedication and care. Visitation will be 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM, Saturday, October 29, 2011 at Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Rayville. To leave condolences for the family go to brownholleyfuneralhomes.com Brown-Holley Funeral Home Rayville, LA. Published in The News Star on October 29, 2011

James Edward Smith Funeral services for James Edward Smith, 75 of West Monroe, LA will be held at 10:00 AM, Sunday, October 30, 2011 in the chapel of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe. Elder Jerry Evers will be officiating. Interment will follow at Roselawn Memorial Gardens under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe. Mr. Smith was born October 29, 1935 in Crowville, LA and passed away October 27, 2011 in West Monroe. He was retired from Atmos Entergy and was a member of White Water Primitive Baptist Church. Mr. Smith was preceded in death by parents, Marion James Smith and Bonnie Mae Bell Smith and a sister Edar Mae Holloway. He is survived by his wife; Myla Smith; daughter Vicki and husband Kenneth Mecom; son Steve and wife Penny Smith; step-daughter; Olga Mekler ; 3 grandsons, 1 step-granddaughter and step-grandson; 2 sisters; Nora Lee Dawkins and husband Wallace, Tiny Ruth Schroeder and husband Monroe. Visitation will be held Saturday, October 29, 2011 from 5:00 PM until 7:00 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 October 29, 2011

Elaine Buckley, 84 Elaine Buckley of West Monroe, a homemaker, died Friday. Services are 3 p.m. Saturday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery, Monroe.

Charles Chandler, 28 FARMERVILLE — Charles "Griffin" Chandler, an equipment operator with the city of Ruston, died Thursday. Services are 2 p.m. Sunday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Saturday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Antioch Cemetery.

Carol Gibson, 72 JENA — Carol Gibson died Thursday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Kinner & Stevens Funeral Home.

John R. Harlow Jr., 72 JONESBORO — John R. Harlow Jr. of Bernice, a pharmacist, died Friday. Services are 10 a.m. Tuesday at Bernice Methodist Church, Bernice. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Monday at the church. Burial will be in Jonesboro Cemetery under the direction of Edmonds Funeral Home.

Jaisley C. Holmes, infant BASTROP — Jaisley Carlae' Holmes, the infant daughter of Carmen Holmes, died Tuesday. Graveside services are 10 a.m. Saturday at Trousdale Hill Cemetery, Collinston. Arrangements are under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home.

Genita Inman, 68 ST. CHARLES, Mo. — Genita Inman, formerly of Chatham, died Thursday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Southern Funeral Home, Jonesboro.

Lillian B. Lewis, 75 Lillian Butcher Lewis of West Monroe, retired telephone operator, died Tuesday. Services are 10:30 a.m. Saturday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Burial will be in Welcome Home Cemetery, Grayson.

Stephen M. Martin, 16 OAK GROVE — Stephen Michael Martin, a high school student, died Tuesday. Services are 11 a.m. Monday at Darnell United Pentecostal Church, Darnell. Visitation is 2-9 p.m. Sunday at the church. Burial will in Unity Cemetery, near Pioneer, under the direction of Cox Funeral Home.

Anne Moss, 76 WINNFIELD — Anne Moss, a homemaker, died Wednesday. Memorial services are 11 a.m. Saturday at First United Methodist Church. Arrangements are under the direction of Southern Funeral Home.

Charles J. Murphy, 72 COLUMBIA — Charles J. Murphy, retired trucker, died Thursday. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at Bethany Baptist Church, Hebert. Visitation is 9 a.m. Saturday until service time at the church. Burial will be in the church cemetery under direction of Riser Funeral Home.

Samuel R. Patrick, 80 DOWNSVILLE — Samuel R. Patrick, retired contractor, died Friday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Idella Richardson, 96 Idella Richardson of Monroe, a homemaker, died Oct. 19. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at Word of Faith Revival Center, Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens under the direction of Smith Funeral Home, Monroe.

Royce D. Self, 79 Royce D. Self of West Monroe, retired service repairman for Montgomery Ward, died Thursday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at St. Paschal Catholic Church, West Monroe. Burial will be in the church cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Mary Tanner, 86 RUSTON — Mary Tanner, a homemaker, died Friday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Ruston.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED Ashey, Kimmie: 10 a.m. Saturday, Springhill CME Church, Ringgold. Campbell, Lucille B.: 1 p.m. Saturday, Cain Ridge No. 2 Missionary Baptist Church, Lake Providence. Candler, Milton: 11 a.m. Saturday, Mount Olive Baptist Church, Grambling. Davis, Jimmie Lee: 2:30 p.m. Saturday, Shady Grove C.M.E. Church, Simsboro. Drayton Sr., Ezekiel "Zeke": 2:30 p.m. Saturday, Pleasant Grove Baptist Church, Ruston (Clay). Elliott, Andrea Faye: 11 a.m. Saturday, Richwood Memorial Gardens, Richwood. Ezell, Christine Copes: 10 a.m. Saturday, First United Pentecostal Church, Oak Grove. Givens, Walter Lee "W.G. Soul": 11 a.m. Saturday, Greater Magnolia Missionary Baptist Church, Bastrop. Goods, Thelma: 1 p.m. Saturday, First Kingdom Baptist Church, Tallulah. Harris, Iona Johnson: 11 a.m. Saturday, Macedonia No. 1 Baptist Church, Dubach. Jackson, Charles: noon Saturday, Miller Funeral Home, Monroe. Johnson, JoAnn: 1 p.m. Saturday, Eudora Missionary Baptist Church, Mer Rouge. Jones, Derrick: 1 p.m. Saturday, Bethel Church of God In Christ, Monroe. Killian, Stephan: 11 a.m. Saturday, Pleasant Green Baptist Church, Crowville. Lewis, Lillian Butcher: 10:30 a.m. Saturday, Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. McDaniel, Woodrow: 2 p.m. Saturday, Cox Funeral Home, Basrop. Moore, Margaret JoAnn: 11 a.m. Saturday, Greater First Church of God In Christ, Bastrop. Profit, Anthony Zion: 1 p.m. Saturday, Richwood Memorial Gardens. Reed, Betty: 1 p.m. Saturday, New Second Baptist Church, Bastrop. Rimmey, Ruby Brooks: 11 a.m. Saturday, Newellton Elementary School, Newellton. Spikes, Marie: noon Friday, St. James Baptist Church, Minden. Thompson, Prentice: 1 p.m. Sunday, Mount Zion Baptist Church, Pioneer. Tolliver, Henry: 11 a.m. Saturday, Hopewell Baptist Church, Sicily Island. Townsend Sr., Gregory: 1 p.m. Saturday, Beckwith Golden Gate Funeral Home, Tallulah. Wright, Jessie L.: 1 p.m. Saturday, New Morning Star Missionary Baptist Church, Tallulah.

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

Mary Jane Pagan Dillard 10/30/1949 to 12/25/2009 Ms. Dillard, You will always be my best friend. Ms. Griggs Published in The News Star on October 30, 2011

Nevesa D. Dumas Funeral Services for Mrs. Nevesa D. Dumas, 76, of West Monroe, LA will be 2:00 PM, Sunday, October 30, 2011 at Fair Park Baptist Church in West Monroe with Rev. Waymond Warren officiating. Interment will follow at Roselawn Memorial Gardens Cemetery in Calhoun. Mrs. Dumas was born January 13, 1935 in Farmerville, LA and died on October 27, 2011 in West Monroe, LA. She was a member of Fair Park Baptist Church in West Monroe. Mrs. Dumas retired from South Central Bell Telephone Company. She was a Telephone Pioneer. Mrs. Dumas taught Sunday School and was very active with youth programs at the church including GA's. She was involved in the Operation Christmas Child Program. Mrs. Dumas will be dearly missed by her many friends in the Magdalene Sunday School Class. She was one of twelve children. She is preceded in death by her parents, Henry Alvin and Mittie Ann Downs; sister, Helena Downs Rogers Patrick; and her husband, Robert Eugene Dumas. She was a loving mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and sister to the following: her children, Terry L. Dumas and wife, Anne, Tanya Dumas Hoover and husband Greg, Pam Dumas Bacon and husband Max, Becky Marshall and husband Lamar; grandchildren, Leslie Bauman and husband Cody, Daniel Dumas and wife Maddie, Kate Dumas, Morgan, Matthew and Mitchell Bacon and Caroline Marshall; two great-grandchildren, Hudson Lane Dumas and Henry Todd Bauman; sisters and brothers, Ann Bonner and husband Ray, June Holton and husband JW, Erma Harp and husband Paul, Dale Downs and wife Kay, Ralph Downs, Eunice Herring, Evonne Peoples and husband Bill, Julie Hale, Kathy Beth and husband Howard, Carol Hay and husband Bert; numerous special nieces and nephews; special friend and caregiver, Tammy Williams; as well as many dear friends. Pallbearers will be Daniel Dumas, Lamar Marshall, Cody Bauman, Matthew Bacon, Alan Rogers, Steve Rogers, and Rocky Bonner. Visitation will be from 1:00 PM until 2:00 PM Sunday, October 29, 2011 at Fair Park Baptist Church in West Monroe. Memorials may be made to the Fair Park Baptist Church Building Fund. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Published in The News Star from October 29 to October 30, 2011

Charles King Funeral services for Charles King formerly of Winnsboro will be at 10:00 AM, Monday, October 31, 2011 in the chapel of Gill First National Home of Winnsboro. Interment will follow in Providence Memorial Cemetery in Winnsboro, with Rev. Wayne Smith officiating. Visitation will from 4:00 PM until 6:00 PM Sunday at the funeral home. Charles Godfrey King died in his Baton Rouge home on October 27, 2011 from heart failure. He was 81 years old. Charles was born in the Godfrey home, near the court house in Winnsboro on April 10, 1930. He was raised by his mother Carice King, also of Winnsboro and his grandmother Lillian Godfrey together with an extended family of aunts and uncles and their families. His father was Cliff King. Charles served in the SAC unit of the United States Air Force from 1948-1952 earning the rank of master sergeant. Following his military service, he went on to study geology, earning a Bachelor of Science from Northeastern University in 1956. In 1957, he started his illustrative career with the State of Louisiana, beginning as a geologist at the Louisiana Geological Survey and eventually retiring in 1994 as the Director of the Department of Conservation. Charles married Marlene Ferris King, daughter of Edward and Evelyn Wollerson Ferris of Winnsboro. The two shared a life together in Baton Rouge for the past 56 years and worshipped at the University Methodist Church for the past 51 years. Charles and Marlene raised three children together. Charles King, Jr. (Chuck) lives in Lead, S.D. where he owns and operates a commercial real estate appraisal company. Chuck is married to Carrie Thomas of Spearfish, S.D. Stacey King lives in Destrehan, LA, where she has had a successful 30 year career with Shell Oil Co. and is currently serving in multiple key management roles for Shell's U.S. and international commercial activities. Carey King lives in Baton Rouge and is an award winning video producer for Louisiana State University. Carey is married to Amber Johnson of Hillsboro, OR. Carey and Amber have a 7 year old daughter, Ella Carice King. Carey also has a 14 year old son, Dustin Edward King from a previous marriage to Jamie Petty of Natchez, MS. Charles is also survived by his brother Clifford R. King and wife Betty of Lake St. John, along with their children Connie King and Chris King. Charles was preceded in death by his parents and older sister Carolyn Brown King. An avid outdoorsman, Charles spent his retirement years working his land at the King get-away on Lake Rosemound, near St. Francisville. He also took pleasure in watching dolphins, birds and his family enjoying time together from the porch of his Fort Morgan, AL beach condo. A solid man and loving provider, he will be missed by the people that his quiet strength touched. Pallbearers will be Eric Davis, Jay Godfrey, Chris King, Dustin King, Raymond Parks and Warren Wollerson. In lieu of flowers, the family is requesting donation be made to the charitable organization of their choice. Online condolences may be made at www.gillfirstnational.com. Gill First National Funeral Home Winnsboro, LA. Published in The News Star on October 30, 2011

Samuel Patrick Funeral services for Samuel R. Patrick, 80 of Downsville, LA are at 10:30 AM, Monday, October 31, 2011 in the Chapel of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe with Pastor David Mosley officiating. Interment follows at Spillers Cemetery in the Eureka Community of Downsville under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe. Mr. Patrick was born April 28, 1931 in Farmerville, LA and passed away October 28, 2011 in West Monroe at Glenwood Regional Medical Center. He was preceded in death by his wife Amy Durene Bingham Patrick. Samuel is survived by his children Judy Randall of West Monroe, Shelia Massey and husband Jimmy Bice of Calhoun, LA, Debbie Sims and husband Timmy of Downsville, LA, and Ronald Patrick and wife Kim of Downsville, LA; 14 grandchildren; 16 great grandchildren; and three future great grandsons. Pallbearers are Curtis Goodling, Erik Lowery, Steve Senn, Derrick Pardue, Taylor Bice, and Brian Savell. Honorary pallbearers are Brian Goodling, Marcus Lowery, Brandon Massey, Jonathan Laird, and Gilbert Spillers. Visitation is Sunday from 5:00 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 October 30, 2011

Marshall L. Baugh, 78 Marshall L. Baugh of West Monroe, a retired paper mill machine operator, died Friday. Services are 2:30 p.m. Sunday at Luna Assembly of God Church. Burial will be in the church cemetery under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe.

Marion V. Burley, 77 MONTEREY — Marion Verlyn Burley died Saturday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Young's Funeral Home, Ferriday.

Nevesa D. Dumas, 76 Nevesa D. Dumas of West Monroe, a retired telephone operator for South Central Bell Telephone Co., died Thursday. Services are 2 p.m. Sunday at Fair Park Baptist Church, West Monroe. Visitation is 1 p.m. Sunday until time of service at the church. Burial will be in Roselawn Memorial Gardens Cemetery, West Monroe, under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Genita F. Inman, 67 ST. PETERS, Mo. — Genita Faye Inman died Thursday. Services are 2 p.m. Sunday at Pleasant Hill Baptist Church, Womack. Visitation is 12:30 p.m. Sunday until the time of service at the church. Burial will be in Chatham Cemetery under the direction of Southern Funeral Home, Jonesboro.

Univee Lambert, 66 MONTGOMERY — Univee Lambert, a homemaker, died Friday. Services are 11 a.m. Monday at United Pentecostal Church. Visitation is 6 p.m. Sunday at the church. Burial will be in Mount Zion Cemetery under the direction of Southern Funeral Homes, Inc.

Gordon R. Parmer, 55 COLUMBIA — Gordon Ray Parmer, a mechanic, died Friday. Graveside services are 11 a.m. Tuesday at the Mount Pleasant Cemetery. Visitation will be 9 a.m. until 10:30 a.m. Tuesday at the Riser Funeral Home.

James E. Smith, 75 James Edward Smith of West Monroe, a trucking dispatcher, died Thursday. Services are 10 a.m. Sunday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Burial will be in Roselawn Memorial Gardens.

Mary Tanner, 86 RUSTON — Mary Tanner, a homemaker, died Friday. Graveside services are 2 p.m. Sunday at Douglas Cemetery, Choudrant.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED Chandler, Charles "Griffin": 2 p.m. Sunday, Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Farmerville. Harlow Jr., John R.: 10 a.m. Tuesday, Bernice Methodist Church, Bernice. Martin, Stephen Michael: 11 a.m. Monday, Darnell United Pentecostal Church, Darnell. Thompson, Prentice: 1 p.m. Sunday, Mount Zion Baptist Church, Pioneer.

October 31, 2011 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

Willie P. "Boots" Prestridge Funeral services for Willie P. "Boots" Prestridge age 93 of Kelly will be held 2:00 PM, Tuesday, November 1, 2011 from the Columbia Chapel of Riser Funeral Home with the Rev. Shane Duke officiating. Interment will follow in the Little Star Cemetery at Kelly. Visitation will be on Monday evening from 5:00 PM until 9:00 PM and again on Tuesday from 10:00 AM until time of service at the funeral home located at 7131 U S Highway 165, Columbia. Willie Perry Prestridge was born on September 7, 1918 in Caldwell Parish to the union of his parents William Perry Prestridge and Julia Olivia Claunch Prestridge. He passed from this life on Friday October 29, 2011 at the Northeast Louisiana War Veterans Home in Monroe. He was preceded in death by his parents and by his beloved wife, Lillie Elaine Bassett Prestridge. He served his country during World War II in the United States Army. Survivors include , his four daughters; Linda Perot and husband Curtis of Clarks, Sharon Traylor and husband Louis of Shreveport, Sandra Whittaker and husband Russell of Rockwall, Texas, and Cathy Bratton and husband Aubrey of Kelly. He also leaves six grandchildren, Amanda Coleman, Jeffrey Davidson, Tracy Catlin, Nick Bratton, Slade Traylor, and Amber Emerson; and eight great-grandchildren. Online registry/ condolences: riserfuneralhomes.com Riser Funeral Home Columbia, LA. Published in The News Star on October 31, 2011

Paula Mayo Woodman Funeral services for Mrs. Paula Mayo Woodman, 44, of Collinston, LA, will be held at 2:00 PM, Wednesday, November 2, 2011, in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe, with Rev. Danny McIlveene officiating. Interment will follow at Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery. Mrs. Woodman passed away Sunday, October 30, 2011, at her residence after a lengthy illness. She was a member of West Heights Missionary Baptist Church in West Monroe. Mrs. Woodman was preceded in death by her father, Wesley Mayo; brother, Ray Mayo; grandparents, Perry and Myra Rice, and James P. and Anna Mayo. Survivors include her husband, John D. Woodman; mother, Lena Elouise Rice Mayo of Winnsboro, LA; brothers, Charlie and Carla Mayo of New Boston, TX, Douglas and Aline Mayo of Winnsboro, LA, and Eric and Angie Mayo of Winnsboro, LA; sisters, Bonnie and Doug Gray of Bernice, LA, Pat and Alton Jordan of Monroe, LA, Beverly and Mike Wallace of Winnsboro, LA, Brenda Mayo of Okmulgee, OK, Debbie and Lyn Coats of Farmerville, LA, and Donna and Tommy Carter of West Monroe, LA; and numerous nieces and nephews. Pallbearers will be Charlie Mayo, Douglas Mayo, Eric Mayo, Louis Givens, Lyn Coats, Tommy Carter, and Mike Wallace. Honorary pallbearers will be Casey Brewer, Warren Walters, Alton Jordan, Nathan Rice, and Larry Cox. Visitation will be Tuesday from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Rd., Monroe, LA. Published in The News Star on October 31, 2011

Beulah L. Baskin, 94 BASKIN — Beulah L. Baskin, a homemaker, died Saturday. Funeral arrangements are incomplete under the directions of Mulhearn Funeral Home of Winnsboro.

Marion V. Burley, 77 MONTEREY — Marion Verlyn Burley, an oil field worker and a farmer, died Saturday. Funeral services are at 1 p.m. Monday at Young's Funeral Home, Ferriday. Burial is in Scott Cemetery.

Darlene H. Corca 64 TOLEDO, Ohio — Darlene Horton Corca, formerly of New Orleans, died Thursday. Graveside services are at 2 p.m. Tuesday in South Central Cemetery in Wisner. Visitation will be from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Tuesday at Gill First National Funeral Home in Winnsboro.

Dennis L. Johnson, 52 WINNSBORO — Dennis L. Johnson, a truck driver and welder, died Saturday. Funeral services are 2 p.m. Tuesday at Apostolic Tabernacle, Winnsboro. Visitation will begin 5 p.m. Monday at the church. Burial will be at New Life Cemetery, Winnsboro under the direction of Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home.

Danny J. McKinnie, 55 MARION — Danny Joe McKinnie, a truck driver, died Saturday. Graveside services will be at 3 p.m. Monday at Liberty Cemetery, Linville, under the direction of Farrar Funeral Home of Farmerville.

Samuel R. Patrick, 80 DOWNSVILLE — Samuel R. Patricke, a retired contractor, died Friday. Funeral services are at 10:30 a.m. Monday in the chapel of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Burial will be in Spillers Cemetery in the Eureka Community.

Etta M. Thompson, 104 Etta Mae Thompson of Monroe, a homemaker, died Sunday. Funeral arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Monroe.

Charles R. West, 60 RUSTON — Charles Ray West, a poultry plant worker, died Tuesday. Funeral services are at 11 a.m. Monday at St. Rest Baptist Church in Quitman. Burial will be in Mount Zion Cemetery in Quitman under the direction of King's Funeral Home Ruston.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED Harlow Jr., John R.: 10 a.m. Tuesday, Bernice Methodist Church, Bernice. Lambert, Univee: 11 a.m. Monday, United Pentecostal Church, Montgomery. Parmer, Gordon Ray: 11 a.m. Tuesday, Mount Pleasant Cemetery, Columbia. Martin, Stephen Michael: 11 a.m. Monday, Darnell United Pentecostal Church, Darnell.