June 1, 2005 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

MR. GEORGE MILFORD CAMPBELL, SR.
Kilpatrick Funeral Home - West Monroe, LA
Funeral services for Mr. George Milford Campbell, Sr., 79, of West Monroe, LA. will be held at 11:00 AM, Thursday, June 2, 2005 at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe, LA. with Rev. Rick Crandall officiating. Private graveside service will be at Pleasant Grove Cemetery, under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe, LA. Mr. Campbell was born October 14, 1925 in West Monroe, LA and passed away May 31, 2005 in West Monroe, LA. Mr. Campbell served during World War II in the United States Army as a motorcycle scout for General George Patton's Second Armored Division. After his service in U.S. Army, he enlisted in U.S. Navy and was a Second Lt. in the Louisiana National Guard . After serving in the military George earned a B.A. degree and worked as an insurance agent. Survivors are his wife, Alice Ticheli Campbell; four children: Sgt. George M. Campbell, Jr. and wife Norma, Doug G. Campbell and wife Lauren, Geralyn A. Campbell Rue and husband Eric, Jeanne R. Campbell Harrigan; sister: Nevelyn Willis; brother: Bob Campbell; five grandchildren, two great-grandchildren. In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to D.A.V.-Van Fund c/o Gary Littleton-106 Butler St. West Monroe, LA. 71291. A special thanks to staff and doctors at Overton-Brooks VA Medical Center, Monroe VA Clinic, Dr. Carla Trettin and Louisiana Extended Care Hospital at Glenwood.
Family to receive friends from 9:30 AM until service time Thursday, June 2, 2005 at the funeral home.

FELSON RAYMOND DRISKILL
Owens Memorial Chapel - Ruston, LA.
Funeral services for Felson Raymond Driskill, age 74, of Ruston will be held at 2:00 PM on Wednesday, June 1, 2005 at the Rock Corner Baptist Church in Dubach with the Rev. Charles Harlon officiating. Interment will follow in the church cemetery under the direction of Owens Memorial Chapel Funeral Home of Ruston.
Mr. Driskill was born in Bienville on April 16, 1931 to James Benjamin and May Adair Driskill. He died May 30, 2005 in Ruston after a lengthy illness.
He was a member of Rock Corner Baptist Church and he enjoyed gardening, hunting, fishing, and he loved his family.
He is survived by his wife Aleen Driskill; four children: John W. Driskill and wife Karen of Mineral Springs, Matt Driskill and wife Kaye of Spearsville, Dorothy Stevenson and husband Robert (Buddy) of Ruston, and Kacee Driskill of Ruston; eight grandchildren, and six great-grandchildren.
Mr. Driskill was preceded in death by his son Felson R. Driskill, Jr. as well as his parents.
Pallbearers will be Clint Driskill, Chris Robbins, Rocky Robbins, David Harrison, Steve Putman, and Jeremy Stevenson.
Honorary pallbearers will be J. D. Driskill and Kevin Creech.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Rock Corner Baptist Church Family Life Center fund.

MR. SHELTON FREEMAN
Kilpatrick Funeral Home - West Monroe, LA
Funeral service for Mr. Shelton Freeman, 65, of West Monroe, LA, will be 2:00 PM, Thursday, June 2, 2005, at Alabama Presbyterian Church, with Rev. William Edwards and Rev. Bill Willis officiating. Burial will follow at Sibley Cemetery, Sibley, LA. under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe, LA.
Mr. Freeman was born November 3, 1939 in Campti, LA and passed away May 31, 2005 in West Monroe, LA.
Mr. Freeman attended Alabama Presbyterian Church. He worked with the Highway Department for over 23 years.
Mr. Freeman was a beloved husband, father, grandfather and friend who leaves to cherish his memory: his wife, Annette Freeman, his four children: Debe Strickland of Crosby, TX, Edward Caldwell of West Monroe, LA, Tammy McDaniel of Dayton, TX, and Craig Freeman of West Monroe, La; two brothers: Robert Freeman of Crossett, AR, Arthur Freeman of Columbia, LA, one sister: Mary Hockenberry of West Monroe, LA; eleven grandchildren, six great-grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews.
Pallbearers will be Wayne Trichell, Brian Aucoin, Robby Freeman, Todd Freeman, Dwayne Freeman, and Tommy Caldwell.
Honorary pallbearers will be Bobby Eppinette, Ricky Caldwell, Daryl Freeman, and Johnny Pardue.
Visitation will be Wednesday from 5:00 PM until 9:00 PM at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe, LA.

ARDIS JAMES GAMBLE, JR.
Rose-Neath Funeral Home - Bossier City, LA.
Bossier City, LA-Ardis James Gamble, Jr. (Jay), 86, of Bossier City, Louisiana and formerly of Bastrop, Louisiana, passed away on May 30, 2005 of complications from Parkinson's disease.
Born September 7, 1918 in Cotton Valley, Louisiana to the late Ardis Jerome and Eunice Vashti Keoun Gamble, he is also preceded in death by his sisters, Virginia Helen Gamble and Nancy Christine Gamble.
He is survived by his wife of 62 years, Crystal Richmond Gamble; daughter, Priscilla Gamble Shoulders and husband, Robert David of Flower Mound, Texas; son, Ardis James Gamble and wife, Nancy of Bossier City, Louisiana; granddaughter, Susan Shoulders Fontana and husband, Anthony; great-grandchildren, Jacob Anthony and Abigail Grace Fontana all of Flower Mound, Texas and sister, Doris Eloise DeJean of Mobile Alabama.
Graveside services will be held at 10:30 AM on Thursday, June 2, 2005 at Sibley Cemetery in Choudrant, Louisiana with Reverend Robert L. Peyton officiating.
Jay graduated from Cotton Valley High and attended Louisiana State University where he was a member of Phi Delta Fraternity and he remained a dedicated Tiger fan.
In 1942 he joined the United States Army and served his country during World War II and was honorably discharged in 1945.
As a businessman, he was co-owner of Kunze-Gamble Feed and Seed in Bastrop, Louisiana. There he was actively involved in the First United Methodist Church serving on the board and various committees.
He was an active member of the Lion's Club, served as treasurer of the Association of Retarded Citizens, was a member of the Chamber of Commerce, the Cattleman's Association and served a four year term on the Police Jury.
At the time of his death, he was a member of the First United Methodist Church of Bastrop.
The family sincerely thanks Martha Darnell and her staff at the Terrace and to Odyssey Hospice for their compassionate care of our loved one.

DENISE F. HIGGINS
Mulhearn Funeral Home Aug. 29, 1957- May 25, 2005 - West Monroe, LA
An Angel by nature, a pet groomer by vocation. A heart of love that the cosmos could not contain. Denise went to be with the Lord on May 25, 2005.
Survivors include her mother, Marion McDonald and husband Kenneth; father, Joe Clark; brothers, Herbert and Marvin Clark; sisters, Doloris Wilson, Martha Meredith and Nancy Holland; boyfriend, Charles Swain; dear friends, Ronnie Rowan and Melissa Cascio; numerous nieces, nephews and two great nieces; two loving pets, Beavis and Awesome.
Funeral Services will be held at 10:00 AM Thursday, June 2, 2005 in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe with Rev. Robert Dandridge officiating. Burial will be in the Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery Monroe.
Visitation will be from 9:00 AM until service time Thursday.
In lieu of flowers, Memorials may be made to the St. Patrick's Episcopal Church 1712 Wellerman Road West Monroe, LA 71291.

DONNA GREEN JOHNSON
Waltrip Funeral Directors - Houston, TX.
Donna Green Johnson, 62, passed away after a sudden and unexpected illness.
Raised in Farmerville, LA, she was a graduate of Louisiana State University and was a member of Kappa Delta sorority. Donna was an active member of the Chancel Choir and the hand bell choir of Fair Haven United Methodist Church in Houston and a loving member of Chapter AE, P.E.O.
She enjoyed traveling, all sports, musical theater, spending time with her friends, and spoiling her four grandchildren.
Donna is survived by her loving husband of 38 years, David, children Kurt Johnson and wife Amy, Dee Dee Malachowski and husband Jim, and Meredith Le Blanc and husband Mitch; grandchildren Tyler, Blake, and Kyle Le Blanc, Annika Johnson, and two yet-to-be born grandchildren, all of Houston; sister Diane Smith and husband John of Monroe, LA, as well as numerous other loving relatives and dear friends. She was preceded in death by her parents Herbert and Era Green.
The family will receive friends from 6:00 PM until 8:00 PM Wednesday at Waltrip Funeral Directors, 1415 Campbell Rd. in Houston.
Funeral services will be held at 1:30 PM Thursday, June 2, 2005 at Fair Haven United Methodist Church, 1330 Gessner, with Rev. Richard Laster officiating. Interment will follow in Memorial Oaks Cemetery.
For those desiring, memorial contributions may be made to the Fair Haven United Methodist Church Bell Choir Memorial Fund.

MRS. RUTH G. PENNINGTON
Jones Funeral Home - Hamburg, AR.
Mrs. Ruth G. Pennington, 85, of West Monroe, LA died Tuesday, May 31, 2005 at Glenwood Regional Medical Center in West Monroe.
Mrs. Pennington was a native of Hamburg; a resident of West Monroe, LA for the past 15 years and she was a former resident of Crossett. She was a homemaker and a member of the Highland Baptist Church in West Monroe, LA.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Marion (Buddy) Pennington in 1998; her parents, John and Brooksie Spencer Giles; three brothers, Earl, Morris and Jack Giles; two sisters, Pauline Smith and Jewel Pennington.
She is survived by a son, Billy R. Pennington and wife, Martha, of West Monroe, LA; two grandsons, Danny Pennington and wife, Tammy, of West Monroe and Jeff Pennington of Chicago, IL; three great-grandchildren, Delayna, Philip and Ashley Pennington.
Funeral services are 2:00 PM, Thursday, June 2, 2005 in the chapel of Jones-Hartshorn Funeral Home in Hamburg. Burial will be in the Egypt Cemetery.
Visitation will be 6:00 PM, Wednesday at the funeral home. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Jones-Hartshorn Funeral Home of Hamburg, Inc.
Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society, 901 N. University Ave., Little Rock, AR 72207.

MURPHY REDDIC TOLAR, JR.
Nov. 13, 1929 - June 1, 2004
We love you and miss you.
Gracie, Sammy and Family. Phil and Family.

MR. FREDRICK C. "BUD" TRAVIS
Kilpatrick Funeral Home - Monroe, Louisiana
Funeral services for Mr. Fredrick C. "Bud" Travis will be 10:00 AM Friday, June 3, 2005 in the chapel of Kilpatrick Funeral Home of Monroe with Bishop Aristoteles Pena-Miches officiating. Interment will be at the Ouachita City Cemetery in Sterlington, LA under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home of Monroe.
Mr. Travis was born April 5, 1917 in Ensign, Kansas and passed away, Sunday May 29, 2005 in Sterlington, LA.
He was the owner of B&M Auto Sales until his retirement. "Bud" was truly one of life's treasures and he will never be forgotten by those whose lives he touched with his kind and generous nature. He was a true friend and loving father, and God's Angel on earth. He was "Uncle Bud" Travis to so many. His memory will live on for many generations.
He was preceded in death by his wife: Myrtis Travis and his brother: James Albert Travis.
Mr. Travis is survived by two daughters: Lori Ann Travis O'Rourke and LuEllen Lightle and husband Lynn; sister: Wilmer Bodenhiemer; six grandchildren, seven great-grandchildren, and one great-great-grandchild.
Pallbearers will be Tommy Antie, Mike Antie, Shaun Dean, Stacey Antie, Bud Freeman, and Ricky Blair.
Visitation will be 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM Thursday, June 2, 2005 at Kilpatrick Funeral Home of Monroe, LA.

MR. MELVIN CARLTON WADE
Kilpatrick Funeral Home - Monroe, LA.
Funeral services for Mr. Melvin Carlton Wade, 83, will be 2:00 PM, Wednesday, June 1, 2005 in the Chapel of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Monroe, LA. Officiating will be Rev. William Smith. Interment will follow at Monroe Memorial Park under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Monroe, LA.
Mr. Wade was born in Winnsboro, LA, on December 3, 1921 and passed away on Saturday, May 28, 2005 in Monroe, LA. He was preceded in death by his parents: C.C. and Verna Wade; sister: Leigh Barber; brothers: Aaron, R.V. and Rudolph Wade. He is survived by his wife of over 60 years: Dot Ellerbe Wade; son: Rodney C. Wade an attorney in Tampa, Fl. and wife Sally; grandson: Wakefield Carlton Wade, II; granddaughter: S. Rachel Wade Chamberlain and husband Dylan; sister: Margaret Barrett; devoted nephew: John Melvin Brady, M.D. and wife Denise; sister-in law: Evelyn Ellerbe Brady and numerous nieces, nephews and church family.
Mr. Wade was a deacon of the Lakeshore Baptist Church and former Sunday school superintendent, Sunday School teacher and choir director. He worked for over 57 years as a sales engineer for Summers Supply Company formerly know as Weaks Supply Company. Memorials may be made to Lakeshore Baptist Church.
His family would like for him to be remembered as a kind and gentle spirit who will be dearly missed by his family and friends.
Visitation will be 9:00 AM until service time Wednesday June 1, 2005 at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Monroe, LA

Audrey Denny, 83
FERRIDAY — Audrey Elizabeth Denny died Monday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Young's Funeral Home, Ferriday.

Clara Belle Johnson, 67
URANIA — Clara Belle Johnson, a homemaker, died Monday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Urania First Baptist Church. Visitation is 8 a.m. today until services begin at the church. Burial will be at Urania Cemetery under the direction of Riser Funeral Home, Olla.

Roger Mount, 63
MONTEREY — Roger Mount, a farmer, died Monday. Services are 2 p.m. Thursday at Lismore Baptist Church, Lismore. Visitation is 5-9 p.m. today at the church. Burial will be in the church cemetery under the direction of Young's Funeral Home, Ferriday.

Sim B. Shattuck Sr., 91
BATON ROUGE — Sim Byram Shattuck Sr., a government employee formerly of Sicily Island, died Tuesday. Services are 11 a.m. Thursday at Comer Funeral Home, Ferriday. Visitation is 10 a.m. Thursday until services begin at the funeral home. Burial will be in Highland Park Cemetery, Sicily Island.

Lessie W. Simmons, 80
Lessie Wilkerson Simmons of West Monroe, a homemaker, died Sunday. Services are 10 a.m. today at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Visitation is 9 a.m. today until services begin at the funeral home. Burial will be at Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery, Monroe.

Melvin Carlton Wade, 83
Melvin Carlton Wade of Monroe, a sales engineer, died Saturday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Monroe. Visitation is 9 a.m. today until services begin at the funeral home. Burial will be at Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED
Brown, Clinton: 1 p.m. today, Mount Zion Baptist Church, Rayville.
Crick, Ruth 'Nana' Coleman: 10 a.m. today, Riser Funeral Home, Olla.
Criss, Lakisha Ester: 11 a.m. today, Mount Zion Baptist Church, Delhi.
Daniel, Jimmy Ray: 2 p.m. today, Jubilee Family Life Church of God, Ruston.
Driskill, Felson R.: 2 p.m. today, Rock Corner Baptist Church, Dubach.
Potter, Johnny: 1 p.m. today, Triumph Baptist Church, Monroe.

June 2, 2005 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

MR. ROBERT R. (BOB) O'BRIEN JR.
Wright and Ferguson - Jackson, Mississippi
Robert R. (Bob) O'Brien, Jr., 63, died Tuesday, May 31, 2005, at St. Dominic's Hospital after being diagnosed with pancreatic cancer a year ago. Visitation will be held 11:00 AM until 1:00 PM on Friday, June 3, 2005, at St. Richard Catholic Church, 1242 Lynwood Drive in Jackson Mississippi. Services will follow at 1:00 PM, also at St. Richard Catholic Church. Wright and Ferguson is handling arrangements. Bob was born in New Orleans on March 28, 1942, but made his home in Jackson, Mississippi, since 1975. He graduated from Southeastern Louisiana University in 1965 and worked in advertising for over forty years, beginning at the Times-Picayune in New Orleans. He worked in radio for twenty- three years, serving first as Office Manager for WSMB in New Orleans , then as Sales Manager for WMOB in Mobile, Alabama. He the served as a sales representative for WDSU in New Orleans. He became General Manager in 1973 at WIXO in New Orleans. Bob then served as General Sales Manager for WGSO/WQUE in New Orleans. In 1975, he moved to Jackson, Mississippi to serve as General Manager for WWUN; In 1977 he became General Manager/ Part Owner at WKXI in Jackson. From 1978 through 1990, he was the General Manager/Part Owner of WKXI/WTYX Radio in Jackson.
Since 1991 Bob worked in cable advertising at Love Communication Company of Jackson, now known as Lovecomm Advertising Sales. Bob was President/Part Owner of Lovecomm, active in daily operations until this past weekend, building a company that sells advertising for cable systems throughout Mississippi, Louisiana and Alabama.
Even more impressive than Bob's career achievements was his commitment to business and community involvement. He had an amazing compassion for people and was often motivated to get involved. Bob served in many capacities, including as a member of Century Club Charities; Greater Jackson Community Foundation; Mississippi Cable Television Association; Cablevision Advertising Bureau; Jackson Country Club; Metro Jackson Chamber of Commerce; Rankin Chamber of Commerce; Madison Chamber of Commerce; Clinton Chamber of Commerce; Mississippi Economic Council; and as a thirty year member of the Popeyes Coffee Club. He was often called to serve in leadership roles, including as a Board member for Louisiana Cable Television Association; Jackson Rotary Club; YMCA of Metropolitan Jackson;Jackson Preparatory School; United Way of the Capitol Area. He was a Past President of the Mississippi Association of Broadcasters and the Jackson Association of Broadcasters. Bob won the 1998 Silver Medal Award from the Jackson Advertising Federation (Jackson Ad Club) where he was a thirty year member. He also volunteered for many organizations, including the Barksdale Reading Institute and member of St. Richard Catholic Church.
In his spare time, Bob enjoyed reading, golfing, traveling and being with his family. He also enjoyed spending time at the office, making sure to cultivate a family atmosphere that included his bulletin boards of snapshots of family, friends and employees collected over the course of his career. He was a doting father and grandfather, not afraid of getting dirty playing in the park with his grandchildren.
The light of Bob's life was his family and he will be dearly missed by his wife of thirty eight years, Mary Ann Danna O'Brien of Jackson; his son and daughter-in-law, Danna Albert O'Brien and Julie Virden O'Brien of Jackson; his grandchildren, Charles Virden O'Brien and Katherine Anderson O'Brien of Jackson; his mother, Rita McCarthy O'Brien of New Orleans; His brother and sister-in-law, Thomas P. O'Brien and Susan O'Brien of New Orleans; his sister, Mary Ella O'Brien of Daytona Beach; his mother-in-law and father-in-law, Mary and Jesse Danna, Sr.; his brother-in-law Jesse Danna, Jr. and wife Carole of Covington, Louisiana and several nieces and nephews.
Bob was preceded in death by his father, Robert R. O'Brien Sr. and his brothers, George T. O'Brien and Micheal D. O'Brien.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be sent to St. Richard Catholic Church 1242 Lynnwood Drive Jackson, MS 39206 or the American Cancer Society 1380 Livingston Lane Jackson, MS 39213.

Frizzie Estes-Burks, 49
LAKE PROVIDENCE — Frizzie Estes-Burks, a homemaker, died May 25. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Lake Providence Senior High School Auditorium. Visitation is noon to 5 p.m. Friday at Harris Funeral Home, Lake Providence. Burial will be in Gaither Memorial Cemetery.

George Campbell Sr., 79
George Campbell Sr. of West Monroe, an insurance salesman, died Tuesday. Services are 11 a.m. today at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Visitation is 9:30 a.m. today until services begin at the funeral home. Private graveside services will be held in Pleasant Grove Cemetery.

John Ray Carter, 67
OLLA — John Ray Carter, president of the LaSalle Parish Police Jury, died Wednesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Riser Funeral Home, Olla.

Audrey Denny, 83
FERRIDAY — Audrey Elizabeth Denny, a homemaker, died Monday. Services are 10 a.m. Saturday at Young's Funeral Home, Ferriday. Visitation is 6-8 p.m. Friday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Greenlawn Memorial Park, Natchez, Miss.

Shelton Freeman, 65
Shelton Freeman of West Monroe, an auto mechanic, died Tuesday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Alabama Presbyterian Church. Visitation is 1 p.m. today until services begin at the church. Burial will be in Sibley Cemetery, Sibley, under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Ruby Geneva Frith, 66
OAK GROVE — Ruby Geneva Frith, a homemaker, died Tuesday. Services are 10 a.m. Friday at Cox Funeral Home, Oak Grove. Visitation is all day today and until services begin Friday at the funeral home. Burial will be in New Forest Cemetery, Forest.

Denise F. Higgins, 47
Denise F. Higgins of Monroe, a dog groomer, died May 25. Services are 10 a.m. today at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Visitation is 9 a.m. today until services begin at the funeral home. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park, Monroe.

Novie Lee Mardis, 98
CHOUDRANT — Novie Lee Mardis, a homemaker, died Sunday. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at Bethel Church of God in Christ, Monroe. Visitation is noon to 5 p.m. Friday at King Funeral Home, Ruston. Burial will be in Richwood Cemetery, Richwood.

Mamie M. Mullen, 93
GILBERT — Mamie M. Mullen, a retired seamstress, died May 27. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at New Macedonia Baptist Church, Gilbert. Wake services will be held 6-7 p.m. Friday at Richardson & Sims Funeral Home, Winnsboro. Burial will be in Oakley Cemetery, Gilbert.

Irma Sheridan, 64
Irma Sheridan of Monroe, a retired employee of St. Francis Medical Center, died Monday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at St. Mary Baptist Church, Monroe. Visitation is 7-8 p.m. Friday at Richardson Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens.

Pauline Ticheli, 79
Pauline Ticheli of West Monroe, a homemaker, died Tuesday. Visitation is 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Friday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Further arrangements are incomplete.

Fredrick C. 'Bud' Travis, 88
STERLINGTON — Fredrick C. "Bud" Travis, an auto salesman, died Sunday. Services are 10 a.m. Friday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Monroe. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. today at the funeral home. Burial will be in Ouachita City Cemetery near Sterlington.

Jarrell W. Young Jr., 36
DUBACH — Jarrell Wayne Young Jr., a minister, died Wednesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Owens Memorial Chapel Funeral Home, Ruston.

Previously Acknowledged
Mount, Roger: 2 p.m. today, Lismore Baptist Church, Lismore.
Shattuck, Sim Byram Sr.: 11 a.m. today, Comer Funeral Home, Ferriday.

June 3, 2005 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

JOHN RAY CARTER - Columbia, LA.
Services for John Ray Carter, age 67 of Olla will be held at 2:00 PM, Saturday, June 4, 2005 from the First Baptist Church in Olla with Rev. Milton Wilson officiating. Interment will follow in the Olla Cemetery under the direction of Riser Funeral Home in Olla. Mr. Carter was born on July 7, 1937 in Shreveport to the union of Richard William and Katherine Wilson Carter and died Wednesday, June 1, 2005 at the Rapides Regional Medical Center in Alexandria.
John was a longtime resident of Olla where as a young boy he worked at his father's Carter's Cities Service Station which he later owned and operated for many years. He was a schoolbus driver for the LaSalle Parish School System for 36 years. He served on the LaSalle Parish School Board for several years as well as a Town of Olla alderman. He was also a member of the First Baptist Church in Olla. He served as president of the J. T. P. A. and for the last 15 years has served as President of the LaSalle Parish Police Jury. He was very active in all civic affairs in Olla and LaSalle Parish.
Survivors include his wife: Pamie Ingram Carter of Olla, his daughter and son-in-law: Kellye and Luke Nelson of Woodland Park, CO, his daughter: Jennifer C. Douglas of Woodland Park, CO; his grandchildren: Terra Nelson, Joshua Douglas, Hannah Nelson and Bethany Douglas, his brother and sister-in-law: Richard "Wickie" and Wyetta Carter of Orange, TX, his brother-in-law and sister-in-law: Jerry and Susan Ingram of Alexandria and several nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents and his sister: Bobbie C. Hemphill.
Pallbearers will be Jerry Davis, Wayne Richardson, Bobby Francis, Jerry Harris, Gerald Sampson, Denny Boyett, Ben Reid and Alvin Allen.
Honorary pallbearers are Ray Duke, David "Coley" Crooks, Larkin Jackson, L. M. Barksdale, Blake Sims, Bernard Miller, Eual Douglas, Herman Williams and Joe Fryar.
Visitation will be Friday from 4:00 PM until 9:00 PM and Saturday from 8:00 AM until noon at Riser Funeral Home, Olla and from noon until time of services at First Baptist Church, Olla.

RICHARD VICTOR FONTANA
Mulhearn Funeral Home - Sterlington Road, Monroe
Services for Mr. Richard Victor Fontana, 59, of Monroe, will be at 2:00 PM, Sunday, June 5, 2005, at St. Matthew Catholic Church, with Rev. Joseph Puthuppally officiating. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe.
Mr. Fontana, a partner in Cascio Enterprises and Tony's Restaurant, was born September 25, 1945, in Monroe, LA and died June 2, 2005, at his residence in Monroe.
He was a graduate of St. Matthew High School and ULM.
Survivors include his daughter, Candace Anne Fontana of Monroe; sons, Chad Ryan Fontana of Austin, TX and Jordan Richard Fontana of Shreveport; brother, Jack Fontana and wife Julie of Monroe; two nieces, one nephew, great niece and great nephew; and numerous cousins and friends.
Visitation will be from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM, Saturday, June 4, 2005, at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. A vigil wake service will be at 7:00 PM.

BOB "MUSIC MAN" GATLIN
Kilpatrick Funeral Home - West Monroe, LA
Funeral services for Robert M. (Bob) Gatlin, age 76, of West Monroe, LA, will be held at 2:00 PM, Saturday, June 4, 2005 at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe, La. Rev. Steve Kelly will officiate. Mr. Billy Ledbetter will deliver the eulogy. Burial will follow at Hasley Cemetery.
Mr. Gatlin was born February 24, 1929 in Monroe, LA and passed away June 1, 2005 after a lengthy illness.
Mr. Gatlin was a lifetime supporter of the music business in North Louisiana. He was owner of Gatlin Piano Sales and Service, Gatlin Recording Company, and a professional musician beginning at age 12.
Mr. Gatlin was also past President, Secretary and business agent for Local 425, American Federation of Musicians for many years. He also founded the Stardust Dance Club.
Mr. Gatlin was widely known in this area as the "Music Man" by his friends and fans. He was also a past member of the Masonic Lodge, Western Star #24 F.&A.M., a longtime member and officer of the AARP, Trenton Chapter #4986.
Survivors are his children: Robert Jr. and wife Sherri, Linda and husband Jeri Dowdy, Gail and husband Larry Johnson, mother of his children, Louise Gatlin; three grandchildren: Brad Dowdy, Jennifer Chavers, and Gina Allen; five great-grandchildren: Kristen Dowdy, Caleb Chavers, Landry, Lexie and Avery Allen; and other family members; special friends: Billy Ledbetter, Rod Allen Payne, Martha Charrier, Sylvia Thompson, Mary Lou Barnsfather, Louise Chapman, Jo Mary Smith and members of AARP.
Pallbearers will be Eric Camp, Billy Ledbetter, Brad Dowdy, Robert Anderson, Brooks Dawkins and Dr. Charles Morgan.
Honorary pallbearers are: John Lewis, Jack Tarver, James Cannon and Jerry Sikes.
Visitation will be Friday from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM until service time at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe, LA.
Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society or Louisiana Baptist Children's Home, Monroe, LA.

MAMIE MATTHEWS MULLEN
Richardson-Sims Funeral Home - Winnsboro, LA.
Funeral services for Mamie M. Mullen, age 93, of Gilbert, LA, will be held on Saturday, June 4, 2005 at 1:00 PM at the New Macedonia B. C. of Gilbert, LA, with the Rev. King Dawson officiating. Burial in the Oakley Cemetery, of Gilbert, LA, under the direction of Richardson & Sons Funeral Home of Winnsboro, LA.
Mrs. Mullen died on May 27, 2005 at Franklin Medical Center in Winnsboro, LA, following a lengthy illness.
She is survived by one brother: M. C. Matthew of Gilbert, LA; one sister-in-law: Glayds Matthews.
Wake service will be Friday, June 3, 2005 from 6:00 PM until 7:00 PM at the Chapel.
Caruth-Hale Funeral Home
L. Vernon "Vern" White died at his home in Hot Springs Village on June 2, 2005.
He was born to John and Victoria White at Strong, Arkansas, August 9, 1932.
He was preceded in death by his parents, one sister and two brothers.
He is survived by his wife of almost 50 years, Laverne Albritton White. He is also survived by his sons Gerald White (wife Barbara) of West Lafayette, IN, Mark White of Sawyer, MI, and John White (wife Tiffany) of Prairie Grove, AR, and five grandchildren Corbit, Ross, Spencer, Zachary and Ehren. He is also survived by two sisters, Mae Maroney and Sally Vestal, and two brothers Corbit White (wife Betty) and Billy Ray White (wife Peggy), all of Huttig, AR. He is also survived by a close and loving extended family that includes five brothers-in-law and four sisters-in-law, as well as numerous nieces and nephews.
Vern earned an Associate's degree from Southern State College (Southern Arkansas University), earned BS and MS degrees from the University of Arkansas and a PhD from the University of Wisconsin.
He joined the faculty of New Mexico State University. After gaining tenture he left academia to pursue a 40-year career in the Chemical industry. He has spent the past five years serving on the Board of Governors for Southern Arkansas University.
Vern and Laverne lived in Madison, Wisconsin, Las Cruces, New Mexico, Modesto, California, Park Ridge, New Jersey, Atlanta, Georgia, West Lafayette, Indiana and Valdosta, Georgia before settling in Hot Springs Village, Arkansas. Many dear friends throughout the country, and around the world, fondly remember him.
Vern was a member of Alpha Zeta honorary fraternity and received numerous professional award including the CPDA Community Service Award and the William C. Larue Award, the highest award given by the Southern Agricultural Chemicals Association. He also served 18 years as an enlisted man and officer in the National Guard, achieving the final rank of Captain.
As a follower of Christ, Vern served as a Baptist deacon and a Presbyterian elder for a combined 49 years. He also taught many Sunday School classes and Bible studies. He and his wife, Laverne, spent the past seven and half years involved in planting a Presbyterian Church of America church in the Hot Springs area.
Vern was an avid sports enthusiast who lost more than his fair share of golfballs. He enjoyed collecting pig memorabillia (GO HOGS) and was a dedicated philatelist. He also enjoyed driving his boat filled with grandchildren around the lake during their summer visits.
A public viewing will be held at Caruth-Hale Funeral Home in Hot Springs Village on Friday, June 3, 2005 from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM.
The funeral service will be held Saturday, June 4, 2005 at 1:00 PM at the First Baptist Church in Farmerville, LA.
There will be a public viewing from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM prior to the service. Interment will be at the Enterprise Baptist Church Cemetery following the service.
A memorial celebration service will be at Covenant Presbyterian Church in Hot Springs on Sunday, June 5, 2005 at 6:00 PM. The church is located at 836 Shady Grove Rd. in Hot Springs, AR.
The family requests that memorials be made to the Building Fund of Covenant Presbyterian Church or to the charity of your choice.

ALBERT "AL" "LINDY," WALLER
Edmonds Funeral Home - Jonesboro, LA.
Mr. Walter passed away on Friday, March 25, 2005, at 8:50 PM at age 74 due to complication of a stroke.
Beloved husband of Sidney Greer Waller. Beloved father of Lindy Waller Silverman of New Orleans, LA, Albert W. Waller of Chalmette, LA and Joel L. Waller of Carrollton, TX. Father-in-law of Jonathan Silverman and Christine S. Waller. Son of the late Katie Mae Harris Waller and Joel Daniel Waller. Brother of the late Mary Louise Waller Segar, Jack Waller and Eula Waller Harris. Brother-in-law of John W. Harris, Robert B. Greer and Elaine Greer of Chatcham, LA. Grandfather "Honey" of Alaina C. Waller, Jessica E. Silverman and Chesley Greer Waller. Also survived by nieces and nephews and his faithful pet Zippy. He will be sorely missed by friends and coworkers.
Al was educated at Southwest Mississippi Jr. College, where he attended on a basketball scholarship; he was a walk on in football, having never played before.
He continued his education at Northeast LA State University where he earned an undergraduate degree and also a Masters degree.
Mr. Waller was a teacher and assistant principal at Chalmette High School. He retired from education in 1984. He was Executive Director of Workforce Investment Board. He was a member of the Covenant United Methodist Church, where he served on several boards.
Mr. Waller was chosen by the Greater New Orleans Regional chamber of Commerce, for the Roaoul A. Colomb Citizen of the year 1998.
Al also presented the C. Earl Colomb award by the Rotary Club of St. Bernard as Citizens of the year. Al and Sidney Greer Waller were presented the Hazel Tippin Memorial service award recognition of outstanding Christian service to the Covenant United Methodist Church.
He was a native of Louin, MS and was reared in Epps, LA. Mr. Waller was a resident of Chalmette, LA, for 42 years.
Relative and friends are invited to attend an interment service at Salem Church and Cemetery on Friday, June 3, 2005 at 12:00 noon. Edmonds Funeral Home is in charge of the service.
In lieu of flowers, donations to Chatham United Methodist Church, Chatham, LA 71226 will be preferred.

FLORA WILKINS
Mulhearn Funeral Home - Sterlington Road, Monroe
Services for Flora Wilkins will be at 11:00 AM, Saturday, June 4, 2005, at Grace Episcopal Church on North Fourth Street in Monroe, with Father Gregg Riley, Father Andy Powell and Rev. David Carter officiating. Interment will be in Grace Church Columbarium.
Flora was born February 2, 1935, and died June 1, 2005, at her home in Monroe, LA.
She was a loving wife and mother and is survived by her husband, Jennings Wilkins; two daughters, Julie Hannum and husband Ed and Cindy Wilkins; a wonderful grandson, Jennings Hannum; one sister, Elizabeth Humble and husband Boyce; one brother, John Kitchingham and wife Janice; and numerous nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Rufus and Olive Kitchingham; brother, Charles Kitchingham and his wife Janice; and nephew, Tracey Humble.
Visitation will be from 10:00 AM until 11:00 AM, Saturday in Kilbourne Hall at Grace Episcopal Church.
A special thanks to Dr. Charles Knight and Dr. Scott Irby and Hospice Care of Louisiana for their wonderful assistance.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Grace Episcopal Church in Monroe.

Elnora Coleman, 99
DELHI — Elnora Coleman, a homemaker, died Wednesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville.

Nan Davis Dew, 79
Nan Davis Dew of West Monroe, a homemaker, died Wednesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Charles Henry Elliott, 70
Charles Henry Elliot of Monroe, a laborer, died Sunday. Services are noon Saturday at St. Paul Baptist Church. Visitation is 6-7 p.m. today at Miller Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be at Olive Branch Cemetery, near the Arkansas and Louisiana state line.

Izora Smith Eppinette, 90
ARCHIBALD — Izora Smith Eppinette, a retired school cafeteria dietitian, died Thursday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Rayville.

Mary Jones, 45
RAYVILLE — Mary Jones, a homemaker, died May 29. Services are 1 p.m. Monday at Hopewell Baptist Church, Mangham. Visitation is 6-7 p.m. Sunday at Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville. Burial will be at the church cemetery.

Bettye Jelle King, 45
MER ROUGE — Bettye Jelle King, a homemaker, died Wednesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville.

Alexian Pratt, 32
Alexian Pratt of Monroe, a Head-Start teacher, died May 27. Services are 2:30 p.m. Saturday at New Light Baptist Church. Visitation is 1:30-7 p.m. today at Hester's Central State Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be at Richwood Memorial Gardens.

John Sullivan, 73
DELHI — John Sullivan, a retired teacher and coach, died Wednesday. Memorial services are 10 a.m. Saturday at Delhi First Baptist Church under the direction of Cox Funeral Home, Delhi.

Farmer Frank Tappin, 59
COLLINSTON — Farmer Frank Tappin, a laborer, died Thursday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville.

Pauline Ticheli, 80
Pauline Ticheli of West Monroe, a homemaker, died Tuesday. Services are 1 p.m. today at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Visitation is 11 a.m. today until services begin at the funeral home. Burial will be at St. Matthew's Cemetery.

James Warren Vinson, 26
HATTIESBURG, Miss. — James Warren Vinson, a sales representative, died May 28. Graveside services are 2 p.m. Saturday at Oak Grove Cemetery under the direction of Cox Funeral Home, Oak Grove.

L. Vernon 'Vern' White, 72
HOT SPRINGS VILLAGE, Ark. — L. Vernon "Vern" White, a member of the Board of Governors for Southern Arkansas University, died Thursday. Funeral services are 1 p.m. Saturday at First Baptist Church, Farmerville. Memorial services are 6 p.m. Sunday at Covenant Presbyterian Church, Hot Springs. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. today at Caruth-Hale Funeral Home, Hot Springs Village, and 9 a.m. to noon Saturday at the church. Burial will be at Enterprise Baptist Church Cemetery near Farmerville.

Rodney White, 43
BASTROP — Rodney White, self-employed, died Wednesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville.

Jarrell W. Young Jr., 36
DUBACH — Jarrell Wayne Young Jr., a minister, died Wednesday. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at Anchor Tabernacle Church, Choudrant. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. today at Owens Memorial Chapel Funeral Home, Ruston. Burial will be at Oak Grove Cemetery, Arcadia.

Previously acknowledged
Estes-Burks, Frizzie: 11 a.m. Saturday, Lake Providence Senior High School Auditorium, Lake Providence.
Denny, Audrey Elizabeth: 10 a.m. Saturday, Young's Funeral Home, Ferriday.
Frith, Ruby Geneva: 10 a.m. today, Cox Funeral Home, Oak Grove.
Mardis, Novie Lee: 2 p.m. Saturday, Bethel Church of God in Christ, Monroe.
Mullen, Mamie M.: 1 p.m. Saturday, New Macedonia Baptist Church, Gilbert.
Sheridan, Irma: 11 a.m. Saturday, St. Mary Baptist Church, Monroe.
Travis, Fredrick C. "Bud": 10 a.m. today, Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Monroe.

June 4, 2005 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

MRS. NAN DAVIS DEW
Mulhearn Funeral Home - West Monroe, LA.
Funeral services for Mrs. Nan Davis Dew, 83, of West Monroe, LA will be held at 2:00 PM Sunday June 5, 2005 at the Faith United Methodist Church in West Monroe, LA with Rev. Jimmy Pyle and Rev. Steve Kelly officiating. Burial will be in Hasley Cemetery in West Monroe, LA under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home in West Monroe, LA.
Mrs. Dew died June 1, 2005 at the Glenwood Regional Medical Center.
Mrs. Dew was a charter member of the Faith United Methodist Church in West Monroe, LA. She attended Louisiana State Normal College and through her life was very active in many civic organizations.
She was preceded in death by her son, Randy Dew.
Survivors: her husband of 65 years, Mr. Jack Dew; Son, Scott Dew and wife, Kim; Daughter, Cindy Williams and husband, Johnny; Daughter-in-law, Kathleen Dew; Grandchildren, Lindsey Long and husband, Trey and Lance Hendricks and wife, Paige; great grandsons, Major Hendricks and Drew Long
Pallbearers will be Lance Hendricks, Trey Long, Rodger Lindsey, Paul Laird, Larry Furlow and Danny Collins.
Honorary Pallbearers will be members of the Tuesday Morning Prayer Group.
Visitation will be from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM Saturday at Mulhearn Funeral Home in West Monroe, LA.
Memorials may be made to the Faith United Methodist Church in West Monroe, LA, St. Jude Children's Hospital or the charity of your choice.

MRS. IZORA SMITH EPPINETTE
Muhearn Funeral Home - Rayville, LA.
Services for Mrs. Izora Smith Eppinette, 90, of Archibald, LA will be 10:00 AM Saturday, June 4, 2005 at Mulhearn Funeral Home Chapel in Rayville, LA, with Rev. Mike Loveday officiating. Interment to follow in Lynn Cemetery Archibald, LA under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home Rayville, LA.
Mrs. Eppinette was a member of Cedar Baptist Church in Archibald, LA and a retired School cafeteria worker.
She was preceded in death by her husband Herbert Eppinette, A daughter Barbara Thompson and granddaughter Donna Chapman.
She is survived by her sister Maudie Parker of San Antonio, TX ; five daughters Betty Chapman of Archibald, LA, Peggy Stapp and her husband Richard of Brentwood, CA, Janice Yelverton of Archibald, LA, Patricia Johnson and her husband George of Rayville, LA and Sandra Banks and her husband Joe of Mangham, LA, eleven grandchildren, twenty-three great grandchildren, and one great great grandchild. Loving care givers Jimmie Johnson and Linda Davidson.
Pallbearers will be Don Moore, Mark Yelverton, Todd Yelverton, Eric Johnson, Trae Banks, Rickey Fife, Lee Harrell and Bobby Free. Honorary pallbearers are Kevin Rogers, Kenny Rogers and Devin Kudlas.
In Lieu of flowers memorials may be made to Cedar Baptist Church Archibald, LA.

FLORA WILKINS
Mulhearn Funeral Home - Sterlington Road, Monroe
Services for Flora Wilkins will be at 11:00 AM, Saturday, June 4, 2005, at Grace Episcopal Church on North Fourth Street in Monroe, with Father Gregg Riley, Father Andy Powell and Rev. David Carter officiating. Interment will be in Grace Church Columbarium. Flora was born February 2, 1935, and died June 1, 2005, at her home in Monroe, LA.
She was a loving wife and mother and is survived by her husband, Jennings Wilkins; two daughters, Julie Hannum and husband Ed and Cindy Wilkins; a wonderful grandson, Jennings Hannum; one sister, Elizabeth Humble and husband Boyce; one brother, John Kitchingham and wife Tiny; and numerous nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Rufus and Olive Kitchingham; brother, Charles Kitchingham and his wife Janice; and nephew, Tracey Humble.
Visitation will be from 10:00 AM until 11:00 AM, Saturday in Kilbourne Hall at Grace Episcopal Church.
A special thanks to Dr. Charles Knight and Dr. Scott Irby and Hospice Care of Louisiana for their wonderful assistance.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Grace Episcopal Church in Monroe.

Ruby Carpenter, 76
JONESVILLE — Ruby Carpenter, co-owner of Carpenter Tractor Co., died Thursday. Services are 10 a.m. today at Pleasant Grove Baptist Church. Burial will be in Heard Cemetery under the direction of Young's Funeral Home, Jonesville.

John Ray Carter, 67
OLLA — John Ray Carter, president of the LaSalle Parish Police Jury, died Wednesday. Services are 2 p.m. today at First Baptist Church, Olla. Visitation is 8 a.m. to noon today at Riser Funeral Home, Olla, and noon today until services begin at the church. Burial will be in Olla Cemetery.

Izora Smith Eppinette, 90
ARCHIBALD — Izora Smith Eppinette, a retired school cafeteria dietician, died Thursday. Services are 10 a.m. today at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Rayville. Burial will be in Lynn Cemetery, Archibald.

Richard V. Fontana, 59
Richard Victor Fontana of Monroe, a partner in Cascio Enterprises and Tony's Restaurant, died Thursday. Services are 2 p.m. Sunday at St. Matthew Catholic Church. Visitation is 5-7 p.m. today at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. A vigil wake will be held from 7-8 p.m. today at the funeral home. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery.

Gunner W. Foster, infant
Gunner Wayne "Nunner" Foster of West Monroe, son of John Lee and Misti Foster, died Friday. Services are 2 p.m. Sunday at Fish Net Fellowship Church near Eros. Visitation is 4-9 p.m. today and noon Sunday until services begin at the church. Burial will be in Sardis Cemetery under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Robert M. 'Bob' Gatlin, 76
Robert M. "Bob" Gatlin of West Monroe, a musician, died Wednesday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Visitation is 9 a.m. today until services begin at the funeral home. Burial will be in Hasley Cemetery.

Rose H. Green, 87
Rose H. Green of Monroe, a homemaker, died Tuesday. Services are 12:30 p.m. Monday at Dyer Chapel CME Church, West Monroe. Visitation is 1-7 p.m. Sunday at Richardson Funeral Home, Monroe. Family hour is 7-8 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens.

Adren F. Henderson, 78
JONESBORO — Adren F. Henderson, a carpenter, died Thursday. Services are 10 a.m. today at Southern Funeral Home, Jonesboro. Burial will be in Zion's Rest Cemetery.

Oliver S. 'Bo' Masters, 88
JONESBORO — Oliver S. "Bo" Masters, a retired pipeline constructor, died Thursday. Services are 2 p.m. Sunday at Southern Funeral Home, Jonesboro. Visitation is 4:30-9 p.m. today and 9 a.m. Sunday until services begin at the funeral home. Burial will be in Garden of Memories.

Flora Lee Wilkins, 70
Flora Lee Wilkins of Monroe, a homemaker, died Wednesday. Services are 11 a.m. today at Grace Episcopal Church. Visitation is 10-11 a.m. today at Kilbourn Hall at Grace Episcopal Church under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED
Estes-Burks, Frizzie: 11 a.m. today, Lake Providence Senior High School Auditorium, Lake Providence.
Denny, Audrey Elizabeth: 10 a.m. today, Young's Funeral Home, Ferriday.
Elliot, Charles Henry: Noon today, St. Paul Baptist Church, Monroe.
Jones, Mary: 1 p.m. Monday, Hopewell Baptist Church, Mangham.
Mardis, Novie Lee: 2 p.m. today, Bethel Church of God in Christ, Monroe.
Mullen, Mamie M.: 1 p.m. today, New Macedonia Baptist Church, Gilbert.
Pratt, Alexian: 2:30 p.m. today, New Light Baptist Church, Monroe.
Sheridan, Irma: 11 a.m. today, St. Mary Baptist Church, Monroe.
Sullivan, John: 10 a.m. today, First Baptist Church, Delhi.
Vinson, James Warren: 2 p.m. today, Oak Grove Cemetery, Oak Grove.
White, L. Vernon "Vern": 1 p.m. today, First Baptist Church, Farmerville, and 6 p.m. Sunday, Covenant Presbyterian Church, Hot Springs.
Young, Jarrell Wayne Jr.: 2 p.m. today, Anchor Tabernacle Church, Choudrant.

June 5, 2005 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

MRS. NAN DAVIS DEW
Mulhearn Funeral Home - West Monroe, LA.
Funeral services for Mrs. Nan Davis Dew, 83, of West Monroe, LA, will be held at 2:00 PM Sunday June 5, 2005 at the Faith United Methodist Church in West Monroe, LA with Rev. Jimmy Pyle and Rev. Steve Kelly officiating. Burial will be in Hasley Cemetery in West Monroe, LA, under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home in West Monroe, LA.
Mrs. Dew died June 1, 2005 at the Glenwood Regional Medical Center.
Mrs. Dew was a charter member of the Faith United Methodist Church in West Monroe, LA. She attended Louisiana State Normal College and through her life was very active in many civic organizations.
She was preceded in death by her son, Randy Dew.
Survivors: her husband of 65 years, Mr. Jack Dew; Son, Scott Dew and wife, Kim; Daughter, Cindy Williams and husband, Johnny; Daughter-in-law, Kathleen Dew; Grandchildren, Lindsey Long and husband, Trey and Lance Hendricks and wife, Paige; great grandsons, Major Hendricks and Drew Long.
Pallbearers will be Lance Hendricks, Trey Long, Rodger Lindsey, Paul Laird, Larry Furlow and Danny Collins.
Honorary Pallbearers will be members of the Tuesday Morning Prayer Group.
Memorials may be made to the Faith United Methodist Church in West Monroe, LA, St. Jude Children's Hospital or the charity of your choice.
The family of Nan Dew would like to extend a special thank you to the nurses and sitters who cared for and loved Nan during her illness. You truly were a blessing to Nan and our family.

GUNNER WAYNE "NUNNER" FOSTER
Kilpatrick Funeral Home - West Monroe, LA.
Dec. 30, 2004 - June 3, 2005
Services for Gunner Wayne "Nunner" Foster will be held 2:00 PM Sunday, June 5, 2005 at the Fish Net Fellowship Church on Hwy 34 Jonesboro Rd. West Monroe, LA, with Rev. Russell Rhodes officiating.
He was preceded in death by his grandfather John Wayne Costin.
Gunner was survived by his parents John Lee and Misti Foster; brother: John Lee Foster Jr; maternal grandparents: Ronnie and Cindy Sullivan, Conrad and Elaine Hudson; paternal grandparents: Grady and Bobbie Foster; and numerous aunts, uncles, and cousins. Visitation will be Sunday from noon until service time at Fish Net Church.

HERBERT JAMES GHOLSTON
Hester's Central State Funeral Home - Monroe, LA.
Herbert James Gholston was born February 23, 1939 to the late Ben and Ella Gholston in West Monroe, LA.
Herbert graduated from Boley High School in 1958 and served in the Army Reserve from 1958 thru 1965. He was employed by Graphic Packaging in Plant 31, #6 paper machine for thirty-seven years, and was well respected by his peers and colleagues. Prior to his illness, he served as plant foreman over #6 and #7 paper machine.
On the evening of June 1, 2005, the angel of death visited Saint Francis Hospital and closed the eyes of our loved one.
Hebert leaves to cherish his memories: His wife, Estella; four sons, Eric (Angela), Demos (Naomi), and Antron, all of Monroe, Richard Carl (Robertina) of Milwaukee, WI; three daughters, Angela Underwood (Randy), Claudette, and Marvette Pruitt (Derrick) all of Monroe; three brothers, Robert Ellington (Mildred), Richard (Betty), both of Monroe, and Charles, of Detroit, MI; four sisters, Bennie Lee Cotton (Dorsey), Georgia Woods (Lawrence) of Monroe, Eula Brothers (Issac) of Detroit, MI, Mary Reliford (Ron) of Grand Prairie, TX; seventeen grandchildren, six great-grandchildren, a god daughter, Ashia Bell, and a host of nieces, nephews and friends.
Funeral services will be held 1:00 PM Wednesday, June 8, 2005 at the Saint Joseph Missionary Baptist Church West Monroe, LA, with Rev. Lorenzo Price officiating. Interment will be in the Richwood Memorial Gardens under the direction of Hester's Central State Funeral Home.

JEANNINE VANDERPOOL JORDAN
Mulhearn Funeral Home - Sterlington Road, Monroe, LA
Services for Jeannine Vanderpool Jordan are scheduled for 2:00 PM, June 6, 2005, at Parkview Baptist Church in Monroe with Dr. Whit Holmes and Reverend Terry Barnes officiating. Interment will follow at Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery.
Born November 17, 1928, in Galveston, Texas, Jeannine walked the earth with an incredible grace that will remain as a legacy to those fortunate enough to have shared her path.
She died in Monroe on June 3, 2005, after a lengthy illness, having been preceded in death by her parents, Faye and Lee Vanderpool; her brothers, Sherrod Vanderpool and Lee Vanderpool, Jr.; her sister, Jewel Baker; sister-in-law, Mabel Vanderpool; and first husband, Jack Beach.
Jeannine is survived by her adoring husband of 38 years, Ivy Jordan, and a loving family: sister-in-law Mildred Vanderpool of Monroe; brother-in-law Ernie Baker of Houston; nieces, Susan Golden and husband Kevin of Houston, and Janet Haedicke and husband Steve of Monroe; nephew Lee Vanderpool III and wife Bernadette of Las Vegas; and stepson John Jordan and wife Kay of Mandeville. She will also be missed by three step grandsons, Garry, Cullen, and Michael Jordan, and eight great nieces and nephews: Douglas Golden; Lee, Vanessa, Derek and Damien Vanderpool; Stephen, Cameron, and Jeannine Jordan Haedicke, her namesake.
Having attended Stephens College in Columbia, Missouri, Jeannine was graduated from Southern Methodist University in Dallas, where she was a member of Tri Delta Sorority. Returning to Galveston, she pursued a successful career with Santa Fe Railroad.
Upon moving to Monroe in 1968, Jeannine immediately became active in the community as a member of Parkview Baptist Church, PEO, the Junior League, and the FRI Investment Club. Her passion for flowers richly enhanced our city through her service as President of both the Monroe Garden Club and the Monroe Garden Study League of which she was a founding member.
Serving as pallbearers will be Lee Vanderpool III, Steve Haedicke, Garry Jordan, Cullen Jordan, Michael Jordan, Guy Barr, Hardeman Cordell, and Mike Husted.
Honorary pallbearers are E. E. Baker, J. Luther Jordan, John Pearson Jordan, Roger Jordan, Kent Anderson, Bill Dent, Billy Edmondson, Max Riley, Bill Staab, and Dallas Webb.
The family wishes to express deepest gratitude to the responsive staff of the Terrace, who treated with dignity this most dignified of women.
Visitation will be Sunday evening from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM at Mulhearn Funeral Home.
Memorials to Jeannine may be made to Parkview Baptist Church or to a charity of your choice.

OCEAL RAY
Kilpatrick Funeral Home - Farmerville, LA.
Funeral services for Oceal McKinnie Ray, 85, of Linville, LA will be at 10:00 AM Monday, June 6, 2005 at Liberty Baptist Church of Linville, under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home in Farmerville. Rev. Donald Reeves will be officiating. Interment will be in the Liberty Cemetery in Linville, LA.
Mrs. Ray passed away Saturday June 4, 2005, in Monroe, LA.
She is a member of the Liberty Baptist Church of Linville. She was a loving mother and grandmother and loved all of her family and friends. She loved gardening, growing and arranging flowers, birds and nature.
She is preceded in death by her husband Louie "Shine" Ray, a granddaughter Jill Sutton, a son Gregor Ray, a sister Gladys Plummer and three brothers Claudis McKinnie, J.P. Mckinnie and Joe Ollie McKinnie.
She is survived by her children; Vernon Ray and wife Betty of Marion, LA Marguirete Nowlin of Sterlington, LA, Sidney Ray and wife Bessie Mae of Linville, LA, Sue Sutton and husband Johnny of West Monroe, LA, Sharon McGraw and husband Charlie of Linville, LA, Jeff Ray and wife Judy of Linville, LA and Chris Ray and wife Shellie of Collinston, LA; seventeen grandchildren; twenty great grand children; one great great grandchild; three sisters, Myrt Scarborough of Haile, LA, Audrey Baker of Marion, LA and Fay Rea Day of Marion, LA; one brother Milas McKinnie of Dean, LA and a host of nieces and nephews.
Pallbearers will be family and friends.
The family will receive friends Sunday from 5:00 PM until time of service at the church

MARY ELIZABETH WHATLEY PIPES
Kinner & Stevens - Jena, LA.
"A devoted wife, mother and grandmother"
Mary Elizabeth Whatley Pipes 104, died at 12:00 PM, Friday, June 3, 2005 in Big Lake, Louisiana.
Mrs. Pipes was a native of Trout, Louisiana. She was a member of the pioneer Whatley Family and a member of the Eden Methodist Church. She was an avid bridge player.
Mrs. Pipes was a former member of the LaSalle Home Demonstration Club, Pilot Club, LaSalle Country Club and United Daughters of the Confederacy.
Her Christian burial will be celebrated Monday, June 6, 2005 at 11:00 AM in the Eden Methodist Church. The Rev. James McLelland and Rev. Carroll Bradford will officiate. Burial will follow in the church cemetery.
Visitation will be Sunday, June 5, 2005 from 4:00 PM until 9:00 PM at Kinner & Stevens Funeral Home, Jena, Louisiana.
Survivors include two daughters Mary Sue Peace of Sicily Island, Louisiana and Jeanine Jones and husband, Jerry of Grand Lake, Louisiana; grandchildren, Joe Raymond Peace and wife, Carolyn, Deborah Alexander and husband, Glenn, Jerry G. Jones, Jr. and wife, Laurie, Lori Auerbach and husband, Jon; great-grandchidren, Michelle Gulotta and husband, Jeff, Jay Peace, Ray Peace, Robert Peace, Rachel Jones, Cody Jones, Gracie Jones and great great grandchildren, Seth Gulotta and Andrew Gulotta and numerous nieces and nephews.
Mrs. Pipes was preceded in death by her husband of 53 years, Jay Pipes, her parents, Joseph and Susie Deborah Young Whatley and brothers, Lloyd Whatley, Clayton Whatley; sisters, Lois Bourne, Bernice Adams, Wilma Gros and Jessie Basham; and a son-in-law Raymond Peace.
Pallbearers will be Jerry G. Jones, Jay Peace, Ray Peace, Robert Peace, Cody Jones, and Forest Finley.
Honorary pallbearers will be Jack Pipes, Billy Pipes, Sam Whatley, Charles Williams, Mike Adams, Jack Adams, Jimmie Williams and Benny Plunkett. Memorials may be made to Eden Methodist Church, P. O. Box 8, Trout, Louisiana, 71371.

Ella Louise Bridges, 84
QUITMAM — Ella Louise "Lucy" Bridges, a homemaker, died Friday. Services are 10 a.m. Monday in Antioch Cumberland Presbyterian Church. Visitation is from 4-9 p.m. today at Edmonds Funeral Home of Jonesboro. Burial will be in Antioch Cemetery.

Nan Davis Dew, 83
Nan Davis Dew of West Monroe, a homemaker, died May 27. Services are 2 p.m. today in Faith United Methodist Church. Burial will be in Hasley Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Reese Dumas, 81
BASTROP — Reese Dumas, retired from International Paper Co., died Saturday. Services are 11 a.m. Tuesday at Golden Funeral Home, Bastrop. Visitation will be from 5-8 p.m. Monday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Christ Church Cemetery, Bastrop.

Wilma Coley Fleming, 83
Wilma Coley Fleming, a retired insurance agent, died Friday. Services are 10 a.m. Monday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Visitation will be 2-4 p.m. today at the funeral home. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery.

Billy J. Ford, 68
EPPS — Billy J. Ford, a retired boat plant employee, died Saturday. Services are incomplete under the direction of Cox Funeral Home of Delhi.

Irma Mae House, 85
WINNFIELD — Irma Mae House, a homemaker, died Friday. Services are at 10 a.m. Monday in First Baptist Church of Winnfield. Burial will be in Fellowship Cemetery at Dubach under the direction of Southern Funeral Home of Winnfield.

James Edward Parker Sr., 65
FERRIDAY — James Edward Parker Sr., a retail merchant, died Friday. Funeral arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Smith Funeral Home, Monroe.

Ethel B. Pendarvis, 99
Ethel B. Pendarvis of West Monroe, a homemaker, died May 27. Services are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Mattie Mae Self, 92
COLUMBIA — Mattie Mae Self, a homemaker, died Friday. Graveside services are 2 p.m. today at Roberts Cemetery under the direction of Riser Funeral Home, Columbia.

James Walter Stroud, 85
ARCHIBALD — James Walter Stroud, retired from Louisiana Power & Light, died Friday. Services are 3 p.m. today in Parkview Baptist Church in Tallulah. Burial will be in Crowville Masonic Cemetery under the direction of Crothers-Glenwood Funeral Home of Tallulah.

Richard Lelan Voss, 32
RUSTON — Richard Lelan Voss, a lineman, died Friday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Christian Revival Center in Ruston. Visitation will be from noon until time for services at the church. Burial will be in Greenwood Cemetery under the direction of Farrar Funeral Home of Farmerville.

Previously Acknowledged
Fontanta, Richard Victor: 2 p.m. today, St. Matthew Catholic Church, Monroe.
Foster, Gunner Wayne "Nunner": 2 p.m. today, Fish Net Fellowship Church, near Eros.
Green, Rose H.: 12:30 p.m. Monday, Dyer Chapel CME Church, West Monroe.
Jones, Mary: 1 p.m. Monday, Hopewell Baptist Church, Mangham.
Masters, Oliver S. "Bo": 2 p.m. today, Southern Funeral Home, Jonesboro.

June 6, 2005 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

MRS. VELMA COX
Kilpatrick Funeral Home - West Monroe, LA.
Funeral services for Mrs. Velma Cox, 91, of West Monroe, LA. will be held at 2:00 PM Tuesday, June 7, 2005 at Holmesville Baptist Church near Downsville, LA, with Rev. Jerry Whitman Officiating. Interment will follow in Holmesville Baptist Church Cemetery , under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home-West Monroe.
Mrs. Cox was born April 13, 1914, and died June 5, 2005, at Glenwood Regional Medical Center after a lengthy illness.
She spent her life in service to her family and friends. She was preceded in death by her husband, Ira Cox.
Left to cherish her memory are her four children; son: Gene Cox and wife Bonnie, daughters: Betty Feazel and husband Les, Virginia Greer, Sherri Chastaine and husband Mark. She is also survived by seven grandchildren and thirteen great grandchildren.
Pallbearers will be her grandsons: Greg Cox, Stan Cox, Russell Bryan, Bryan Taylor, Jordan Parks, Gregory Cox, Andrew Bryan and William Cox.
Visitation will be held 6:00 PM until 8:00 PM Monday, June 6, 2005, at Kilpatrick Funeral Home-West Monroe and 1:00 until service time Tuesday, June 7, 2005, at Holmesville Baptist Church.

BILLY JAMES FORD
Cox Funeral Home - Delhi, LA.
A celebration of the life of Billy James Ford, 68, of Epps will be held at 2:00 PM, Monday, June 6, 2005 at the Dunn Baptist Church. Visitation will be held from 3:00 PM Sunday until time of services Monday at the church. Rev. Bernard Duchesne Jr. and Rev. Eddie Fuller will officiate. Interment will be in the Epps Cemetery under the direction of Cox Funeral Home of Delhi. Mr. Ford died Saturday at his residence from a sudden illness.
He was a former longtime resident of Delhi, was retired from the Delhi Boat Plant and was a member of the Dunn Baptist Church. He was a great lover of the outdoors and was especially proud of his garden and yard.
He is preceded in death by his parents, James Albert Ford and Ava Elizabeth Beasley Ford.
He is survived by his wife, Adelia T. Ford of Epps, two sons, David Wayne Ford and wife, Annette and Michael Lane Ford and wife, Kelli all of Delhi; his grandchildren, Ashley, Justin and Haley Ford; two brothers, Gene Ford of Monroe and Ray Ford of Alexandria and numerous nieces and nephews.
Pallbearers will be Barry Ford, David McVay, Darren Ford, Edd Miles, Freddie Corley and Ken Hall.
Honorary pallbearers will be his Adult Men's Sunday School Class members from the Dunn Baptist Church.
To leave a message of condolence to the family please visit our webpage at www.coxfuneral.com.

MS BILLIE JOINER
Kilpatrick Funeral Home - West Monroe, LA.
Funeral services for Ms Billie Joiner, 66, of West Monroe, will be held at 2:00 PM Tuesday, June 7, 2005, at Feazel Chapel of the First Baptist Church in West Monroe, with Rev. Lance Otwell officiating. Interment will be in Roselawn Memorial Gardens of Calhoun, LA, under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home of West Monroe.
Ms Joiner was born September 3, 1938, and died June 4, 2005, in West Monroe, LA.
A life-long educator, she taught school for 34 years at Ouachita Parish High School and was a member of the Louisiana Retired Teachers Association, the Ouachita Parish Humane Society, and Scottie Rescue Organization.
Billie touched the lives of hundreds of students in Ouachita Parish during her teaching career. She dearly loved her dogs — especially Scotties — and Scottie Rescue Organizations played a very special role in her life.
Survivors include her sister, Linda Otwell of West Monroe; two nephews and their wives, Randall and Shondah Otwell of Gillette, Wyoming, and Chad and Libby Otwell of West Monroe; grand nieces and nephews, Krystal and Colter Otwell of Gillette, Wyoming, and Ethan and Kyle Otwell of West Monroe; her aunts, Marcie Robinson of Sterlington and Geneva Telford of West Monroe; her uncle, Carrol Joiner of West Monroe; numerous cousins; and a devoted friend and fellow Scottie Dog lover, Ms Jo Richardson.
The family requests that any memorial contributions in her honor be made to Patient's Choice Hospice, the Ouachita Parish Humane Society, and to Scottie Rescue Organizations.
They would also like to extend a sincere thank you to Dr. Smiarowski and the nursing staff at Glenwood Regional Medical Center and their eternal appreciation to the staff of Patient's Choice Hospice.
Visitation will be held from 6:00 PM until 9:00 PM Monday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home-West Monroe.

Elizabeth C. Branch, 82
JONESBORO — Elizabeth C. Branch, a homemaker, died Saturday. Services are 10 a.m. Tuesday at Edmonds Funeral Home Chapel. Visitation is from 5-8 tonight. Burial will be at New Hope Methodist Cemetery.

John Quinton Durbin Sr., 57
JONESBORO — John Quinton Durbin Sr. of Natchitoches, an electrician, died Thursday. Services are 11 a.m. Tuesday at Antioch Community Church at Brewton's Mill. Visitation is from 9-11 a.m. Tuesday at the church. Burial is in the church cemetery. Southern Funeral Homes of Jonesboro is in charge of arrangements.

Billy James Ford, 68
EPPS — Billy James Ford, a boat riveter, died Saturday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Dunn Baptist Church in Delhi. Visitation will start in the morning. Burial will be at Epps Cemetery. Cox Funeral Home of Delhi is in charge of arrangements.

Clayton Virgil Gregory, 83
Clayton Virgil Gregory of Haile, retired, died Sunday. Arrangements were incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home of West Monroe.

Jeannine Vanderpool Jordan, 76
Jeannine Vanderpool Jordan of Monroe, a homemaker, died Friday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Parkview Baptist Church. Visitation will be from morning until service time at the church. Burial will be at Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery. Mulhearn Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

Clovis Hazel Owens, 91
JONESVILLE — Clovis Hazel Owens of Jonesville died Sunday. Arrangements were incomplete under the direction of Young's Funeral Home.

Paul Pennington, 82
RUSTON — Paul Pennington, a retired dean at Louisiana Tech University, died Sunday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Ruston.

Katherine Thigpen, 65
COLUMBIA — Katherine Thigpen of Monroe, a homemaker, died Sunday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Riser Funeral Home.

Barbara C.A. Wiggins, 84
JONESVILLE — Barbara Christine Allen Wiggins, a homemaker, died Sunday. Services are at 2 p.m. Tuesday at Pleasant Grove Baptist Church. Visitation is from 5-9 tonight at the church. Burial will be at Heard Cemetery. Young's Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

Previously Acknowledged
Bridges, Ella Louise "Lucy": 10 a.m. today, Cumberland Presbyterian Church, Quitman.
Dumas, Reese: 11 a.m. Tuesday, Golden Funeral Home, Bastrop.
Fleming, Wilma Coley: 10 a.m. today, Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe.
House, Irma Mae: 10 a.m. today, First Baptist Church, Winnfield.
Green, Rose H.: 12:30 p.m. today, Dyer Chapel CME Church, West Monroe.
Jones, Mary: 1 p.m. today, Hopewell Baptist Church, Mangham.

June 7, 2005 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

MRS. SUE LAWMAN McCLUNG JOHNSTON
Mulhearn Funeral Home - West Monroe, LA
Funeral Services for Mrs. Sue Lawman McClung Johnston, 77, of West Monroe, LA will be held at 10:00 AM Wednesday June 8, 2005 in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe with Rev. Marlin Betts officiating. Burial will be in the Roselawn Memorial Gardens in Calhoun, LA.
Mrs. Johnston died on June 5, 2005. She lived at 633 Tulip Street in West Monroe for many years. She was a member of Bethel Baptist Church and also of the Eastern Star. Mrs. Johnston was a seamstress at the Palace Department Store for many years. The slip covers she learned to make while working at the Palace can be seen all over Monroe and West Monroe. She was a loving wife, mother and grandmother. Mrs. Johnston is preceded in death by her husband Havard Johnston and by six brothers including George Lawman of Calhoun, LA.
Survivors include her first husband, Jim McClung; son, Michael McClung of Beaumont, TX; five daughters, Donna Whitaker and husband Ralph of West Monroe, LA, Karen Heath and husband Neal of Jasper, AR, Peggy Malcomb and husband Danny, Sandy McClung and Janet McClung both of West Monroe, LA; grandchildren, Tod Allbritton and wife Stacy, Jason Wood and wife Trudy, Crystal Fant, Micah McClung, Jonas Finklea, Ben Finklea and wife Jeannie, Suni Hancock and husband Charlie, Christopher Bowie, Molly McClung and Garrett McClung; step-grandson, Barry Whitaker; fifteen great grandchildren; two brothers, Earnest Lawman and Vernon Lawman and wife Mary of McCrory, AR; one sister, Mary Alice Smith of Ft. Walton, FL; eighteen nieces and nephews.
Visitation will be from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM Tuesday at Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA
Mrs. Johnston's family would like to give a special thank you to Marlin Betts, Mary Thompson, Mary Ellis, Employees of Hospice Care of Louisiana and to the staff of Glenwood Regional Medical Center ICU for their loving care during this time.

HILLMAN WEBB MADISON, JR.
Hot Springs, Arkansas
A memorial service for Hillman Webb Madison, will be held on June 11, 2005 at Christ Episcopal Church in Bastrop, LA. The Rev. Roy Myers will officiate.

DR. PAUL J. PENNINGTON
Kilpatrick Funeral Home - Ruston, Louisiana
Funeral services for Dr. Paul Pennington, 82, of Ruston, LA will be 10:00 AM Wednesday, June 8, 2005, in the chapel of Kilpatrick Funeral Home of Ruston. Officiating will be Rev. Kenneth Reeves, Rev. Frank Pennington, Rev. Charlie Rodriguez and Dr. Ken Rea. Interment will follow at Mt. Patrick Baptist Church Cemetery near Bernice, LA under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home of Ruston.
Dr. Pennington passed away on Sunday, June 5, 2005 in Ruston. He is preceded in death by his grandson, Scott Pennington.
He is survived by his wife, Dr. Virginia Roach Pennington of Ruston; children; Paula Rodriguez and husband Charlie of Clinton, MS, Caryl Belton and husband Jerry of Durham, NC, Frank Pennington and wife Sandy of Marksville, LA; sister, Mary Pennington Turner of Oklahoma City, OK; father—in-law, P. D. Roach of Bernice, LA; nephew, Jim Beauchamp of Broken Arrow, OK; niece, Jan Turner Milliren of Oklahoma City, OK; seven grandchildren and seven great grandchildren.
Pallbearers will be Ed Griswald, Ronnie Wiggins, Charles Bourgeois, Ronnie Roach, Mark Pennington and Bryan Pennington. Honorary Pallbearers will be F. Jay Taylor, Pat Moseley, P. D. Roach, John Hays, Jim Beauchamp, Jerry Belton and Wiley Hilburn.
Memorials may be made to the Methodist Children's Home or the National Organization for Associate Degree Nursing Foundation.
Visitation will be 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM Tuesday, June 7, 2005 at the funeral home.

MRS. R.D. SHARP
Gill First National Funeral Home - Winnsboro, Louisiana
Funeral services for Mrs. R.D. Sharp, 99, of Winnsboro, LA will be held Tuesday, June 7, 2005 at 10:00 AM in Chapel-Gill First National Funeral Home with Rev. Bobby Brown and Rev. Don Roberts officiating. Interment will follow in Lone Cedar Cemetery under the direction of Gill First National Funeral Home of Winnsboro.
Mrs. Sharp was born to the union of Richard and Cornelia Hampton Higdon on Nov. 21, 1905 in Winnsoboro, LA and passed from this life on June 5, 2005.
She was a member of Lone Cedar Baptist Church.
She was preceded in death by her husband: Lumas Sharp.
She is survived by two daughters; Dan L. Bennett, Winnsboro, LA; Monnie Baldwin and husband, Dr. Vernon T. Baldwin, Winnsboro, LA; one son, Ray Sharp and wife Diane, Winnsboro, LA; ten grandchildren, fourteen great grandchildren and 6 great great grandchildren.
Pallbearers will be Tommy Baldwin, Ricky Baldwin, David Hoppendstead, Terry Sharp, Devon Killingsworth, and Brian Kaufman.
Honorary Pallbearers are Maurice Dye, Denon Jones, Scott Sharp, Dr, Vernon Baldwin, Matt Sharp, and Jason Sharp.
Visitation will be held Tuesday, June 7, 2005 at 9:00 AM until time of service at Gill First National Funeral Home.

Martha Walcott Blanks, 85
BASTROP — Martha Walcott Blanks, a homemaker, died Saturday. Memorial services are 10 a.m. today at First Methodist Church under the direction of Golden Funeral Home, Bastrop.\

Janie Lou Carter, 59
Janie Lou Carter of Monroe, a homemaker, died Thursday. Services are 11 a.m. Wednesday at Miller Funeral Home, Monroe. Visitation is noon-5 p.m. today at the funeral home. Burial will be at Magnolia Cemetery.

Velma Cox, 91
Velma Cox of West Monroe, a homemaker, died Sunday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Holmesville Baptist Church, Holmesville. Visitation is 1 p.m. today until services at the church. Burial will be at Holmesville Cemetery under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Adelaide L. Davis, 59
MINNEAPOLIS, Minn. — Adelaide L. Davis died May 30. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Beckwith Golden Gate Funeral Home, Tallulah.

Herbert J. Gholston, 66
Herbert James Gholston of Monroe, a supervisor, died June 1. Services are 1 p.m. Wednesday at St. Joseph Baptist Church, West Monroe. Visitation is 6-7 p.m. today at Hester's Central State Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be at Richwood Memorial Gardens.

Clayton Virgil Gregory, 81
MARION — Clayton Virgil Gregory, retired, died Sunday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Visitation is 1 p.m. today until services begin at the funeral home. Burial will be at Hebron Church Cemetery, Sikes.

Jack Huff Sr., 61
BRANSON, Mo. — Jack Huff Sr., a retired U.S. Air Force senior master sergeant, died Sunday. Graveside services are 3 p.m. today at Heard Cemetery. Visitation is 1-3 p.m. today at Young's Funeral Home, Jonesville.

Billie Joiner, 66
Billie Joiner of West Monroe, a retired teacher, died Saturday. Services are 2 p.m. today at First Baptist Church of West Monroe's Feazel Chapel. Visitation is 1 p.m. until services today at the church. Burial will be at Roselawn Memorial Gardens, Calhoun, under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Cornelius Lee, 62
TALLULAH — Cornelius Lee died Sunday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Beckwith Golden Gate Funeral Home, Tallulah.

Katherine M. Littlejohn, 73
TALLULAH — Katherine Marie Littlejohn, a home seamstress, died Monday. Services are 2 p.m. Thursday at Crothers-Glenwood Funeral Home, Tallulah. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home. Burial will be at Silver Cross Cemetery.

LaTonya S. Nute, 30
FARMERVILLE — LaTonya Shonnette Nute, a homemaker, died Friday. Services are 10 a.m. Wednesday at the Farmerville Recreation Center, Farmerville. Burial will be at Antioch Community Cemetery, Truxno, under the direction of Funerals by McFarland, Monroe.

Versie B. Reddick, 82
START — Versie B. Reddick, a homemaker, died Sunday. Services are 2 p.m. Wednesday at Mount Calvary Baptist Church, Rayville. Visitation begins at 5 p.m. today at the church. Burial will be at Stevenson Cemetery, Rayville, under the direction of Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Rayville.

Brenda Faye Reed, 45
Brenda Faye Reed of Monroe, a homemaker, died June 2. Services are 11 a.m. Thursday at Greater Free Gift Baptist Church. Visitation is 6-7 p.m. Wednesday at Funerals by McFarland, Monroe. Burial will be at Monroe City Cemetery, Powell Street extension.

R.D. Sharp, 99
WINNSBORO — R.D. Sharp, a homemaker, died Sunday. Services are 10 a.m. today at Gill First National Funeral Home, Winnsboro. Burial will be at Lone Cedar Cemetery.

Katherine L. Thigpen, 66
Katherine Laverne Thigpen of Monroe, a nurse, died Sunday. Services are 10 a.m. today at Riser Funeral Home, Columbia. Burial will be at Old Union Cemetery, Grayson.

Previously Acknowledged
Branch, Elizabeth C.: 10 a.m. today, Edmonds Funeral Home, Monroe.
Durbin, John Quinton: 11 a.m. today, Antioch Community Church, Brewton's Mill.
Dumas, Reese: 11 a.m. today, Golden Funeral Home, Bastrop.
Wiggins, Barbara Christine: 2 p.m. today, Pleasant Grove Baptist Church.

June 8, 2005 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

MRS. ARLENE MARIE BOYD
Kilpatrick Funeral Home - West Monroe, LA
Funeral services for Mrs. Arlene Marie Boyd, 74, of West Monroe, LA will be held at 10:00 AM, Thursday, June 9, 2005 at Feazel Chapel of First Baptist Church, West Monroe, LA. with Rev. Gary Phillips officiating. Interment will follow at Hasley Cemetery, West Monroe, La. under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe, LA.
Mrs. Boyd was born September 21, 1930 in Jayess, MS. and passed away June 7, 2005 in West Monroe, LA.
Mrs. Boyd was a member of Evangel Temple Church in Monroe. She will be remembered as a loving wife, mother and grandmother and will be dearly missed.
Survivors are her husband of 55 years: Jack Boyd; daughters: Anita Tinnerello and husband Tommy, Maria Boudreaux and husband Pat; grandchildren: Jeremy Tinnerello, Jonathan Duncan, Monique Delcambre, Tonya Smith; great-grandchildren: Cally Tinnerello, Kasey Tinnerello, Nancy Grace Duncan, Annalise Duncan; 2 brothers: Ray Holmes, Norman Holmes; 2 sisters: Nina Renfro and Charlene Graham, and several nieces and nephews.
Pallbearers will be Mrs. Boyd's church family
Visitation will be 6:00 PM until 8:00PM Wednesday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe, La.

PARKER LAVALL BOSWORTH
New York, NY
NEW YORK, NY - Parker Lavall Bosworth, age 39, New York, NY, formerly of Monroe, LA, a nurse. He departed this life June 2, 2005 at Mt. Sinai Medical Center in New York City, NY.
He was preceded in death by one sibling: Lennis Joe Bosworth.
He leaves to cherish his passing his beloved mother: Rosemary Bosworth; father: Charles Williams of Monroe, LA; two sisters: Eloweise Bosworth of Monroe, LA; Latoni Rena Madison (Breal Sr.) of Abingdon, MD; one brother: Gregory Bosworth of Washington, DC; grandmother: Christine Williams of Monroe, LA; and a host of uncles, aunts, nephews, nieces, cousins and friends.
Services entrusted to English Bros. Funeral Home, Brooklyn, NY.

MRS. RUBY ELIZABETH JOHNSON CARPENTER
Young's Funeral Home - Ferriday, LA
Funeral services for Mrs. Ruby Elizabeth Johnson Carpenter, 76, of Jonesville, LA were held at Pleasant Grove Baptist Church on Saturday, June 4, 2005 at 10:00 AM with Rev. Dennis Relaford and Rev. Jessie Watkins officiating. Interment followed at Heard Cemetery under the direction of Young's Funeral Home of Ferriday.
Mrs. Carpenter died Thursday, June 02, 2005 at the Hospice Home Care Center in Little Rock, Ark. She was a resident of Jonesville for 50 years and was also co-owner of Carpenter Tractor, Co. Mrs. Carpenter was a member of the Pleasant Grove Baptist Church where she taught Sunday School. She enjoyed her church work and golfing. She was also a Hospice volunteer.
She was preceded in Death by: husband, Dewitt Roy Carpenter; father, Jack Wright Johnson; mother, Lou Dickerson Johnon; brother, S.J. Johnson; brothers, Beo Johnson, Norman L. Johnson, Percy Lee Johnson; sisters, Mamie J. Barn, and Leona Johnson. Survivors include: daughters, Kay C. Venable and husband Hollis of Madison, Miss., Pamela C. Wood and husband Gary of Ferriday, La., Denise C. Campbell and husband Dennis of Maumelle, Ark.; sons, Dewitt Lee Carpenter and wife Theresa of Jonesville, La., David Wayne Carpenter of Jonesville, La.; grandchildren, Trey Whitman, Alicia Kay Wood, Russell Wayne Wood, Allison Lauren Short, Kyle Addison Short, Dewitt Lee Carpenter, Jr., Clara Courtney Kemp, Corbin Lowery Carpenter, Colton Snow Carpenter, Joseph Teal Carpenter, and Phillip David Carpenter; sisters, Susie Johnson Sikes of West Monroe, La., and Hattie Johnson Watson and husband Billy of West Monroe, La.; sister-in-laws, Maurine J. Floyd of Monroe, La., Bobbie C. Rouse of Jonesville, La., Joy Davis Johnson of Monroe, La; and a host of nieces and nephews. The Palbearers were Grandsons.
The family asks that memorials be made to Pleasant Grove Baptist Church or Hospice.

Mrs. JUDITH ANN HUDSON
Mulhearn Funeral Home - West Monroe, La.
Funeral services for Mrs. Judith Ann Hudson will be held at 2:00 P.M. Thursday June 9, 2005 in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home in West Monroe, La. with Rev. Johnny Albright officiating. Burial will be in New Chapel Hill Cemetery.
Judy passed away on June 7, 2005 after a long and courageous battle with pancreatic cancer at the age of 6l.
She was a retired school teacher with 29 years of teaching experience with the Ouachita Parish School System. She graduated with a Bachelor of Arts Degree from Northeast La. University and received her Masters Degree from Mississippi College. Judy is preceded in death by her first husband, John Nathan Green; her parents, Bruce C. Roth and Earline Wilson Roth and her brother, Michael Bruce Roth.
She is survived by her beloved husband of 20 years, Don R. Hudson, a devoted son John Destin Green and wife, Teresa all of West Monroe, LA; three loving step-sons, Don Hudson, Jr. of San Jose, CA, David Hudson and wife, Tara of Jonesville, LA, and Daniel Hudson and wife, Elizabeth of New Orleans, LA; niece, Jessica Roth of Shreveport, LA. Her grandchildren brought her much joy and happiness, John Colton Green, Canaan Hudson, Issaac Hudson, and Elizabeth Mei Hudson.
Judy was a loving wife, mother, and grandmother who enjoyed traveling and dancing with her husband, Don. She loved playing with her grandchildren, tap dancing with the Janet Golson Dancers and her annual trips to Florida with family and friends. The family will receive friends from 5 P.M. until 7 P.M. Wednesday at Mulhearn Funeral Home in West Monroe, La. Pallbearers will be Ron Roth, George Roth, Jesse Harrison, Alan Harrison, Raymond Winn and Tom Sanders
The family wishes to thank Dr. Trey Zizzi and Dr. Matt George and hospice employees Deb and Gale for their concern and help during her illness.

MRS. ETHEL PENDARVIS
Mulhearn Funeral Home - West Monroe, LA
Funeral Services for Mrs. Ethel Pendarvis will be held at 10:00 A.M. Thursday June 9, 2005 in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA with Rev. Robert Spicer officiating. Burial will be in the Hasley Cemetery.
Mrs. Pendarvis, 99, of Millilani Town, HI formerly of West Monroe, LA passed away on May 27, 2005 at Crawford's Convalescent Home. She was born October 4, 1905 in Eros, LA. She is survived by her son, Donald R. Pendarvis and wife Jean of Millilani Town, HI; one grandson, James A. Pendarvis and wife Angie of Houston, TX; one granddaughter, Donna P. Colleps of Millilani Town, HI; one great-grandson, Matthew S. Colleps of Millilani Town, HI; and two great-granddaughter, Ashley M. Pendarvis and Melysa A. Pendarvis of Houston, TX.
Viewing will be held from 6:00 P.M. until 8:00 P.M. Wednesday June 7, 2005 at Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe.

Madeline Grace Book, infant
Madeline Grace Book of Monroe, daughter of Debra and Harold Book, died Monday. Private graveside services will be held for the family at Roselawn Memorial Gardens, Calhoun, under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Curtis I. Cassels, 79
RIDGECREST — Curtis I. Cassels, retired from Ashland Oil Co., died Monday. Services are 10 a.m. Friday at Ridgecrest Baptist Church. Visitation is 6-9 p.m. Thursday at the church. Burial will be in Welcome Home Cemetery, Grayson, under the direction of Young's Funeral Home, Ferriday.

Elnora Coleman, 99
DELHI — Elnora Coleman, a homemaker, died Wednesday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at Green Road Baptist Church, Delhi. Burial will be in the church cemetery under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville.

Albert Cupp, 64
TULLOS — Albert "Baby Cupp" Cupp died Monday. Services are 11 a.m. Thursday at Tullos United Pentecostal Church. Visitation is 3 p.m. today and until services begin Thursday at the church. Burial will be in Georgetown Cemetery under the direction of Riser Funeral Home, Olla.

Bertha Day, 84
POINT — Bertha Day, a homemaker, died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Willa Dean Hicks Dring, 86
ANTIOCH — Willa Dean Hicks Dring, a lunchroom manager at Ruston High School, died Tuesday. Services are 10 a.m. Thursday at Antioch United Methodist Church. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. today at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Ruston. Burial will be in Antioch Cemetery.

James Farris, 55
JONESVILLE — James Farris died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Young's Funeral Home, Jonesville.

Jayline J. Johnson, infant
RAYVILLE — Jayline Jeremiah Johnson, son of Ozell Martinez and Grayline Johnson, died Monday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville.

Sue McClung Johnston, 77
Sue Lawman McClung Johnston of West Monroe, a seamstress, died Sunday. Services are 10 a.m. today at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Visitation is 9 a.m. today until services begin at the funeral home. Burial will be in Roselawn Memorial Gardens, Calhoun.

Bettye Jelle King, 45
MER ROUGE — Bettye Jelle King, a homemaker, died June 1. Services are 11 a.m. Thursday at Cherry Hill Baptist Church, Gallion. Visitation is 2-8 p.m. today at Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville. Burial will be in the church cemetery.

Paul J. Pennington, 82
RUSTON — Dr. Paul J. Pennington, a retired dean at Louisiana Tech University, died Sunday. Services are 10 a.m. today at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Ruston. Burial will be in Mount Patrick Baptist Church Cemetery, Bernice.

Joe Powell, 61
STRONG, Ark. — Joe Powell, an employee of Georgia Pacific Co., died Monday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville.

Rosie Robinson, 98
RAYVILLE — Rosie Robinson, a homemaker, died Friday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville.

Spencer Sylvester Jr., 81
MER ROUGE — Spencer Sylvester Jr., a bus driver, died Friday. Services are 11 a.m. Thursday at Mount Olive Baptist Church, Gallion. Visitation is noon to 5 p.m. today at Miller Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in H.V. Adams Cemetery, Bastrop.

Farmer Frank Tappin, 59
COLLINSTON — Farmer Frank Tappin, a laborer, died Thursday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at the Morehouse Parish Association Building, Bastrop. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Friday at Selum No. 2 Baptist Church, Collinston. Burial will be in Trousdale Hill Cemetery under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville.

Rodney White, 43
BASTROP — Rodney White, self-employed, died June 1. Services are 2 p.m. Friday at Ivory Chapel Baptist Church, Bastrop. Visitation is 6-8 p.m. Thursday at St. Luke Baptist Church. Burial will be in H.V. Adams Cemetery, Bastrop, under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville.

Previously Acknowledged
Carter, Janie Lou: changed to graveside services 11 a.m. today, Magnolia Cemetery, Monroe.
Gholston, Herbert James: 1 p.m. today, St. Joseph Baptist Church, West Monroe.
Littlejohn, Katherine Marie: 2 p.m. Thursday, Crothers-Glenwood Funeral Home, Tallulah.
Nute, LaTonya Shonnette: 10 a.m. today, Farmerville Recreation Center, Farmerville.
Reddick, Versie B.: 2 p.m. today, Mount Calvary Baptist Church, Rayville.
Reed, Brenda Faye: 11 a.m. Thursday, Greater Free Gift Baptist Church, Monroe.

June 9, 2005 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

ARLENE MARIE BOYD
West Monroe, Louisiana
The family of Arlene Boyd would like to give special thanks to the ones who took such good care of her during her illness.
To Patients Choice Hospice; especially Deb and Debra for their loving care.
To Dr. Floyd Jones for being such a trusted and caring doctor. You are the best.
To Brenda Hoy. You started as a sitter but became a part of the family. We can't thank you enough.
To all family and friends - thank you for your love and support during these difficult times.
The funeral will be held today at Feazel Chapel, First Baptist Church, West Monroe, LA at 10:00 A.M.
Jack Boyd

MRS. BERTHA EDNA KENNEDY DAY
Kilpatrick Funeral Home - West Monroe, La
Funeral services for Mrs. Bertha Edna Kennedy Day, 84, of Point, La will be 10:00 A.M., Friday, June 10, 2005 at Feazel Chapel of First Baptist Church, West Monroe, La., with Rev. Johnny Sanders officiating. Interment will follow at Wilhite Cemetery, Wilhite, La, under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe, La.
Mrs. Day was born December 22, 1920 in Point, La and passed away June 7, 2005 in West Monroe, La.
Mrs. Day was retired from J.C. Penney as a sales associate. She was a member of Providence Baptist Church in Point, La. Mrs. Day was preceded in death by parents, Robert and Ada Kennedy, brother: Wade Kennedy.
She is survived by her husband of 63 years ,William Mitchell Day of Point, La; children: Sue Day Abbott and husband George of West Monroe, La; Cynthia Day Aulds and husband Don of Huntsville, AL, Sonny Day and wife Marilynn of West Monroe, La; granddaughters: Dee Day Cochran and husband Rob, Kathy Abbott Graham and husband Stan, Melissa Aulds and fiancé Todd Grayson, Alison Aulds and fiancé Jon Giovanni; grandsons: Keith Abbott and wife Cindi, Scooter Day and wife Danita; and eight great grandchildren; brother: Robert S. Kennedy and numerous nieces and nephews.
Pallbearers will be Scooter Day, Keith Abbott, Don Antley, Keith Antley, Benny Wink and Todd Grayson.
Memorials may be made to Providence Baptist Church, Point, La or organization of your choice.
Visitation will be Thursday from 5:00 P.M. until 8:00 P.M. at Kilpatrick Funeral Home and Friday from 9:00 A.M. until service time at the church.

CATHERINE "NANNIE" HAIR
Broussard's Mortuary - Silsbee, Texas
Catherine "Nannie" Hair, 86, of Silsbee, Texas and native of Ted, Mississippi, died Wednesday, June 8, 2005 at Silsbee Oaks Health Care.
A native of Taylorsville, Mississippi, she lived in Silsbee for 5 years and was a homemaker.
Funeral service will be 3:00 P.M. Saturday, June 11, 2005 at First Pentecostal Church in Bay Springs, Mississippi, with burial to follow at J.D.B. Family Estate Cemetery in Raleigh, Mississippi. A gathering of family and friends will be Thursday, June 9, 2005 from 5:00 P.M. until 9:00 P.M. at Broussard's, Cemetery Road at Highway 96 Bypass, Silsbee, Texas and Friday, June 10, 2005 from 5:00 P.M. until 9:00 P.M. at First Pentecostal Church in Bay Springs.
She was preceded in death by her son, James Daniel Hair; husbands, James Daniel Blakeney, Cody William Hair and William Henry Schnell; sister, Mary Lou Craven; brothers, Denson Watson and Howard Watson.
She is survived by her sons, Reverend Johnny C. Hair and his wife Lyndal of Moss Bluff, Louisiana and Dan Henry Blakeney and his wife Kathy of West Monroe, Louisiana; daughters, Donna Joyce Nunn and her husband Bill and Anna L. Tanton and her husband Jerry, all of Silsbee; daughter-in-law, Linda Hair or Hattiesburg, Mississippi; grandchildren, Jeffrey Hair, Cindy Parker, Reverend Jon Hair, Jr., Robin Burgess, Mark Nunn, Timothy Dwayne Nunn, David Nunn, Shanna Burgess, Bryan Tanton, Jana Tanton, and Daniel Ryan Blakeney; 18 great-grand children; sister, Margie Cooley of Laurel, Mississippi; brother, Henton Watson of Winter Haven, Florida; and numerous nieces and nephews.

HAZEL THOMPSON WHITE
Cox Funeral Home - Lake Providence, Louisiana
Funeral services for Hazel Thompson White, will be 11:00 A.M. Thursday, June 9, 2005, at the Cox Funeral Home. Dr. Tom Wilks will be officiating.
Interment will be in the Lake Providence City Cemetery. Services are under the direction of Cox Funeral Home of Lake Providence. Visitation will be 10:30 A.M. Thursday until service time.
Mrs. White, 96, died in Monroe on June 7, 2005, after a lengthy illness, having been preceeded in death by her husband, J.D. (Red) White; her parents, C.F. and Maud McInnis Thompson; brothers, Clarence, Charles, Tommy and Otis; sisters, Mattie DeVille, Wilma Bowman and Vesta Carlton.
She is survived by her sister Bernice Wilks and husband, Milton of Bastrop. Special niece and nephew, Jim and Betty Carlton of Monroe, La. and numerous nieces and nephews. Wonderful loving caregivers, Edna Davis, Dorothy Johnson, Anna Goodjoint, Pat Washington, and Ruthie Gibson. Companion Claudia Rios and loving friend Katherine Bowers.
She was a long time resident of Lake Providence and an active member of First Baptist Church for many years. She was retired from Bell South Telephone Company after 32 years of service.
Memorials may be made to the First Baptist Church of Lake Providence, Louisiana.

WILLYE B. WEED
Riser Funeral Home - Columbia, La.
Services for Willye Burrell Weed, age 90, of Hebert will be held at 2 p.m., Friday, June 10, 2005 from the Welcome Home Baptist Church in Hebert with Rev. Bill Gueringer officiating. Interment will follow in the Prewitt Cemetery in Mangham.
Mrs. Weed was born on August 10, 1914 in Mangham to the union of William Burrell and Jessie Jones Hixon and died Wednesday, June 8, 2005 at the Caldwell Memorial Hospital in Columbia.
She was a retired sales clerk with Western Auto Store in Columbia having worked some nineteen years. She was a member of the Welcome Home Baptist Church where for many years served as pianist and treasurer.
She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband: Purvis B. Weed, and her son: Purvis L. Weed and her daughter: Lillian Anne Murrell.
Survivors include her son and daughter-in-law: William A. "Dub" and Sharon Weed, her daughter and son-in-law: Linda and Donald Welch, her daughter-in-law: Kathleen Weed all of Hebert, eleven grandchildren and twenty-four great-grandchildren.
Pallbearers will be Randy Weed, Todd Weed, Bryan Weed, Jason Murrell, Pat White and Todd McLain.
Maj. Donald Welch, Jr. will serve as honorary pallbearer.
Any planned memorials may be made to the Welcome Home Baptist Church.
Visitation will be Thursday from 2 p.m. until time of services Friday at the Welcome Home Baptist Church, Hwy 561, Hebert.

JON C. WILANDER
Kilpatrick Funeral Home - West Monroe, La
Memorial services for Mr. Jon C. Wilander, 66, of West Monroe, La will be held at 6:00 PM, Thursday, June 9, 2005 at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe, La. Officiating will be Pastor Cliff Donaldson under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe, La.
Mr. Wilander was a member of AMVETS Post #5, Monroe, La and was a veteran of the United States Navy. Mr. Wilander was a retired self-employed loan officer.
He is survived by his wife of 30 years: Georgia Clifton Wilander; children: Lisa Jackson and husband Donnie of Michigan City, Indiana, Nancy Janene Wilander of Michigan City, Indiana, Jon C. Wilander and wife Lisa of Michigan City, Indiana, Pamela Harrison and husband Don of Michigan City, Indiana, Jill Stahoviak of Michigan City, Indiana, Grant Goodeaux and wife Becky of West Monroe, La, Danny Goodeaux and wife Donna of West Monroe, La, Dennis Goodeaux of Monroe, La, Greg Goodeaux and wife Jeanie of Lake Charles, La.; 19 grandchildren and 2 great-grandchildren.
A gathering of family and friends will be held from 4PM until service time at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe, La.
Memorials may be made to The American Diabetes Association, 2620 Centenary Blvd, Shreveport, LA 71104

Arlene Marie Boyd, 74
Arlene Marie Boyd of West Monroe, a homemaker, died Tuesday. Services are 10 a.m. today at Feazel Chapel of First Baptist Church, West Monroe. Burial will be at Hasley Cemetery under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Lurline E. Brodnax, 76
BASTROP — Lurline Elaine Brodnax, a homemaker, died Monday. Graveside services are 6 p.m. Friday at Mer Rouge Cemetery, Mer Rouge, under the direction of Cox Funeral Home, Bastrop.

Bobbie Nell Carter, 72
WINNFIELD — Bobbie Nell Carter, a secretary, died Wednesday. Graveside services are 10 a.m. Friday at Garden of Memories under the direction of Southern Funeral Home, Winnfield.

Robert Lee Davis Sr., 81
FERRIDAY — Robert Lee Davis Sr. died Wednesday. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. today at Young's Funeral Home, Ferriday. Other arrangements are incomplete.

Decile Shivers Deason, 65
CHASE — Decile Shivers Deason, a retired truck driver instructor, died Wednesday. Graveside services are 10 a.m. Friday at Reagon Cemetery, Baskin. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. today at Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home, Winnsboro.

James Thomas Farris, 55
JONESVILLE — James Thomas "J.J." Farris, an offshore welder for Insco, died Tuesday. Services are 10 a.m. Friday at Liberty Worship Center. Visitation is 5-9 p.m. today at the church. Burial will be at Heard Cemetery under the direction of Young's Funeral Home, Jonesville.

Judith Ann Hudson, 61
Judith Ann Hudson of West Monroe, a retired schoolteacher, died Tuesday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Visitation is 1 p.m. today until services begin at the funeral home. Burial will be at New Chapel Hill Cemetery, West Monroe.

Lena Mae Jones, 93
Lena Mae Jones of Monroe, a homemaker, died June 4. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Young's Chapel CME Church, Calhoun. Visitation is 1-6 p.m. Friday at Richardson Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be at Zeigler Cemetery, Eros.

Michael E. Jordan, 54
Michael E. Jordan of Monroe, an employee of Trailer Headquarters, died Wednesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe.

Ethel B. Pendarvis, 99
MILILANI, Hawaii — Ethel B. Pendarvis, a retired grocery store owner, formerly of West Monroe, died May 27. Services are 10 a.m. today at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Visitation is 9 a.m. today until services begin at the funeral home. Burial is at Hasley Cemetery, West Monroe.

John Powell, 61
STRONG, Ark. — John Powell, an employee of Georgia Pacific Paper Co., died Monday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at New Light Church of God in Christ, Strong, Ark. Visitation is 2:30-6 p.m. Friday at Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville. Burial will be at Ward Chapel Cemetery, Strong, Ark.

John 'Charles' Selby, 60
ST. JOSEPH — John "Charles" Selby died Wednesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Rush Funeral Home, Pineville.

Jon C. Wilander, 66
Jon C. Wilander of West Monroe, a retired self-employed loan officer, died Tuesday. Memorial services are 6 p.m. today at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Visitation is 4 p.m. today until services begin at the funeral home.

Previously Acknowledged
Cassels, Curtis I.: 10 a.m. Friday, Ridgecrest Baptist Church, Ferriday.
Coleman, Elnora: changed to 1 p.m. Saturday, Green Grove Baptist Church, Delhi.
Cupp, Albert "Baby Cupp": 11 a.m. today, Tullos United Pentecostal Church, Tullos.
Dring, Willa Dean Hicko: 10 a.m. today, Antioch United Methodist Church, Antioch.
King, Bettye Jelle: 11 a.m. today, Cherry Hill Baptist Church, Gallion.
Littlejohn, Katherine Marie: 2 p.m. today, Crothers-Glenwood Funeral Home, Tallulah.
Reed, Brenda Faye: 11 a.m. today, Greater Free Gift Baptist Church, Monroe.
Sylvester, Spencer Jr.: 11 a.m. today, Mount Olive Baptist Church, Gallion.
Tappin, Farmer Frank: 1 p.m. Saturday, Morehouse Parish Association Building, Bastrop.
White, Rodney: 2 p.m. Friday, Ivory Chapel Baptist Church, Bastrop.

June 10, 2005 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

CATHERINE "NANNIE" HAIR
Broussard's Mortuary - Silsbee, Texas
Tribute to a Praying
Grandmother
My dear Nannie passed from this life at 10:15 A.M. June 8, 2005. Death appears to be so final and cruel. However, as painful and inevitable as death may be, death is not a conqueror, it is a defeated foe. My dad often says, "One thing death cannot steal is your memories or your testimony." So I would like to share a few of the rich treasures that my Nannie has left behind.
Allowed only a limited education, my Nannie earned a masters degree in hard work and sacrifice. Forced to stay at home at age nine when her mother died, she raised her younger siblings and supported her family. Nannie was a picture of sacrifice and she lovingly raised her five children, along with numerous other children. Nannie not only instilled the values of hard work and a love for the outdoors in her children, but she also made sure that her children received the most important gift of all, the love and respect for Almighty God.
My Nannie was a praying lady. The Kingdom of God was preeminent in her life. Prayer was her constant companion. Serving others, whether ministers, service men, relatives or needy families, was a way of life for her. Nannie made excellence her standard, either in Sunday School and fundraising drives or baking blackberry cobblers. Nannie was driven to be her best. Nannie's ever fervent prayer still rings loudly in my ears..."God, whatever it takes, save my children and my grandchildren." Nannie, thank you for the legacy that you have given. I intend to see you in Heaven soon. So Death, laugh while you may, because you will not last long. My Nannie's spirit is already now skipping on the clouds of glory, waiting for that glad reunion day." I Corinthians 15:55,57 "Oh Death, where is thy sting? Oh, Grave, where is thy victory? But thanks be to God, which giveth us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ." Jon Hair

Neva Bennett, 90
WINNSBORO — Neva Bennett, a homemaker, died Wednesday. Services are 10 a.m. today at Boeuf River Baptist Church, Liddieville. Burial will be in Ogden Cemetery, Liddieville, under the direction of Gill First National Funeral Home, Winnsboro.

Parker L. Bosworth, 39
NEW YORK CITY — Parker Lavelle Bosworth, a registered nurse formerly of Monroe, died June 2. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Smith Funeral Home, Monroe.

Mary Cruse, 83
FARMERVILLE — Mary Cruse, a homemaker, died Thursday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Farmerville.

Adelaide L. Davis, 59
MINNEAPOLIS, Minn. — Adelaide L. Davis, an assembly line driller, died May 30. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at New Bethel Baptist Church. Visitation is 6-7 p.m. today at St. Mary's Chapel of Beckwith Golden Gate Funeral Home, Tallulah. Burial will be in Oakwood Cemetery.

Robert Lee Davis Sr., 81
FERRIDAY — Robert Lee Davis Sr., a retired oil field driller, died Wednesday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Young's Funeral Home, Ferriday. Burial will be in Archibald Community Cemetery, Archibald.

Bertha Kennedy Day, 84
POINT — Bertha Edna Kennedy Day, a retired retail sales clerk, died Tuesday. Services are 10 a.m. today at Feazel Chapel of First Baptist Church, West Monroe. Visitation is 9 a.m. today until services begin at the church. Burial will be in Wilhite Cemetery, Point, under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Rosemary Gardner, 59
SHREVEPORT — Rosemary Gardner, an employee of Herman Memorial Hospital, formerly of Monroe, died June 2. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at Miller Funeral Home, Monroe. Visitation is 7-8 p.m. today at the funeral home. Burial will be in J.S. Clark Cemetery, Monroe, under the direction of Miller-Pioneer Funeral Home, Minden.

Betty Golson, 74
Betty Golson of West Monroe, a homemaker, died Thursday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Ruth Lillian Croom Hall, 91
BASTROP — Ruth Lillian Croom Hall, a homemaker, died Wednesday. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at First Church of God. Visitation is 5-7 p.m. today at Golden Funeral Home, Bastrop. Burial will be in Christ Church Cemetery.

Joseph Jordan Sr., 76
FOULES — Joseph Jordan Sr., a logger, died Tuesday. Services are 11:30 a.m. Saturday at Zion Baptist Church, Foules. Visitation is 6-9 p.m. today Maitland Baptist Church, Foules. Burial will be in the New Light Maitland Baptist Church Cemetery under the direction of Smith Funeral Home, Monroe.

Kornelius C. Kelly, infant
Kornelius Corvelle Kelly of Monroe, son of Kerry and Denetrica Kelly, died Wednesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Funerals by McFarland, Monroe.

William G. Knapp, 56
SHREVEPORT — William G. Knapp died Thursday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Young's Funeral Home, Ferriday.

Cornelius Lee, 62
TALLULAH — Cornelius Lee, a mechanic, died Sunday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at First Kingdom Baptist Church. Visitation is 7:30-8:30 p.m. today at St. Mary's Chapel of Beckwith Golden Gate Funeral Home, Tallulah. Burial will be in Mount Zion Cemetery, Sondheimer.

Tim Loyd, 85
LAKE PROVIDENCE — Tim Loyd, a laborer, died Monday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at the Lake Providence High School Auditorium. Burial will be in New Light Cemetery under the direction of Harris Funeral Home, Lake Providence.

Elmyra Van Matre, 84
FORT NECESSITY — Elmyra Van Matre, a homemaker, died Thursday. Memorial services are 2 p.m. Saturday at Fort Necessity Baptist Church under the direction of Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home, Winnsboro.

Leo Metoyer Jr., 55
SHREVEPORT — Leo Metoyer Jr., a janitor, died Sunday. Services are 10 a.m. Saturday at Our Lady of Holiness Rose Church, Shreveport. Visitation is 9-10 a.m. at the church. Burial will be in St. Augustine Catholic Church, Irsebrevelle, under the direction of Smith Funeral Home, Monroe.

Marie Martello Mitchell, 92
JONESVILLE — Marie A. Martello Mitchell, a seamstress, died Wednesday. Graveside services are 2 p.m. Saturday at Hasley Cemetery. Visitation is 6-8 p.m. today at Young's Funeral Home, Ferriday.

James E. Parker Sr., 65
FERRIDAY — James Edward Parker Sr., a retail merchant, died June 3. Services are noon Saturday at Rufus Baptist Chapel Church, Ferriday. Visitation is 11 a.m. Saturday until services begin at the church. Burial will be in Pine Hills Cemetery, Natchez, Miss., under the direction of Smith Funeral Home, Monroe.

Willie James Price, 63
Willie James Price of Monroe, a laborer, died Wednesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Smith Funeral Home, Monroe.

Dessie Mae Scott, 75
COLUMBIA — Dessie Mae Scott, a chef, died Monday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at St. Paul Baptist Church, Columbia. Visitation is 6-7 p.m. today at the church. Burial will be in the church cemetery under the direction of Miller Funeral Home, Monroe.

Lloyd Davis Shelton, 87
TALLULAH — Lloyd Davis Shelton, a retired clothing store owner/operator, died Wednesday. Services are 10:30 a.m. Saturday at First Baptist Church, Tallulah. Visitation is 5-7 p.m. today at Crothers-Glenwood Funeral Home, Tallulah. Burial will be in Memorial Park Cemetery.

Earlene Thomas, 39
LAS VEGAS, Nev. — Earlene Thomas, a security guard formerly of Marion, died Tuesday. Services are 11 a.m. Monday at Marion Baptist Church, Marion. Visitation is 3-6 p.m. Sunday at Funerals by McFarland, Monroe. Burial will be in St. Paul's Baptist Church Cemetery, Marion.

Geneva M. Thompson, 80
SLIDELL — Geneva McDowell Thompson, a homemaker, died Thursday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Riser Funeral Home, Columbia.

Willye Burrell Weed, 90
HEBERT — Willye Burrell Weed, a retired sales clerk with Western Auto Store in Columbia, died Wednesday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Welcome Home Baptist Church, Hebert. Burial will be in Prewitt Cemetery, Mangham, under the direction of Riser Funeral Home, Columbia.

Previously acknowledged
Broadnax, Lurline Elaine: 6 p.m. today, Mer Rouge Cemetery, Mer Rouge.
Carter, Bobbie Nell: 10 a.m. today, Garden of Memories, Winnfield.
Cassels, Curtis I.: 10 a.m. today, Ridgecrest Baptist Church, Ferriday.
Coleman, Elnora: changed to 1 p.m. Saturday, Green Grove Baptist Church, Delhi.
Deason, Decile Shivers: 10 a.m. today, Reagon Cemetery, Baskin.
Farris, James Thomas "J.J.": 10 a.m. today, Liberty Worship Center, Jonesville.
Jones, Lena Mae: 11 a.m. Saturday, Young's Chapel CME Church, Calhoun.
Powell, John: 11 a.m. Saturday, New Light Church of God in Christ, Strong, Ark.
Tappin, Farmer Frank: 1 p.m. Saturday, Morehouse Parish Association Building, Bastrop.
White, Rodney: 2 p.m. today, Ivory Chapel Baptist Church, Bastrop.

June 11, 2005 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

TINA LOUISE FULLER
Cox Funeral Home - Delhi, Louisiana
Funeral services for Tina Louise Fuller, 19, of Pioneer will be held at 3:00 P.M. Saturday, June 11, 2005 in the Chapel of Cox Funeral Home of Delhi. Visitation will be at the funeral home until time of services. Rev. Jay Morgan and Rev. Todd Perry will officiate. Interment will be in the Epps Cemetery under the direction of Cox Funeral Home of Delhi.
Tina died Tuesday, June 7, 2005 at LSU Health Science Center in Shreveport from injuries sustained in a motor vehicle accident.
She was a 2005 graduate of Forest High School, a cashier with Farmers One Stop at Monticello, LA and was a member of Walnut Grove Baptist Church.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Louisiana Organ Procurement Agency (LOPA), 3501 N. Causeway Blvd., Suite 940, Metarie, LA 70002; to St. Jude's Children's Hospital or to the charity of ones choice.
She is survived by her parents, Clyde Edward Fuller and Debra Ann Hale Fuller; her paternal grandfather, R.E. Fuller, two brothers, Michael Wayne Fuller and his wife Connie and Robert Clyde Fuller and his wife Bridgett all of Pioneer, LA; three nieces, Shelby Fuller, Chassidy Fuller and Desiree' Fuller and three nephews, Jared Fuller, Austin Gregory and Tyler Fuller.
She is also survived by her fiance', Chris "Gator" Smitherman and two beloved friends, Janie and Bubba Smitherman all of Monticello.
Also surviving her are numerous Aunts, Uncles, Cousins and close friends.
Pallbearers will be Timmy Whatley, John Ragus, Heath Hutchinson, Paul Philley, Mark Kirkland and Stacey Kirkland.
Honorary pallbearers will be Hardy "James" Arledge, Adam Plunkett, Brandon Pace and the 2005 Graduating Class of Forest High School.
To leave a message of condolence to the family please visit our web page at www.coxfuneral.com.

MRS. BETTY SPILLERS GOLSON
Kilpatrick Funeral Home - West Monroe, LA
Funeral services for Mrs. Betty Golson, 74, of Calhoun, LA will be 2:00PM, Sunday, June 12, 2005 at Kilpatrick Funeral Home Chapel, West Monroe, La with Rev. John N. Williams officiating. Burial will follow at Calhoun Cemetery, Calhoun, LA. under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe, LA.
Mrs. Golson was born May 2, 1931 in Calhoun, LA. and passed away June 9, 2005 in West Monroe, LA.
Mrs. Golson was a kind hearted, generous person. She and her husband opened their home during holidays and summers to children from the Louisiana Baptist Children's Home for many years. Mrs. Golson was a retired bank teller and Avon Representative. She was a lifelong resident of Calhoun, LA. She was preceded in death by her husband William Frank Golson, Jr., a brother, R.H. (Jim) Spillers, Jr., and sisters, Mary Lee Hattaway and Hilda Littleton.
Mrs. Golson is survived by a sister: Helen Davis and husband Sam, of Calhoun, LA; sisters-in-law: Marie Bond of Baton Rouge, LA, Exa Harris and husband Robert of West Monroe, LA; nieces: Joyce DeMoss and husband Mike of Calhoun, LA; Anita Hughes of Calhoun, LA, Beverly Bond Summers and husband Mike of Baton Rouge, LA; nephews: Dale Davis and wife Carolyn of Calhoun, LA, Donald Davis and wife Debbie of Calhoun, LA, Oscar R. Hattaway and wife Joycie of Calhoun, LA, Ronald Gene Hattaway and wife Tammy of West Monroe, LA, James Littleton and wife Carol of Hornlake, MS, Johnny Littleton and wife Margaret of Downsville, LA; Gary Littleton and wife Diane of West Monroe, LA, Jackie Barkley of Bossier City, LA, Robert Bond and wife Nancy of Arcadia, LA, and Jerry Bond and wife Pat of Arcadia, LA; a special friend Chester McCurry of Hollywood, CA; numerous great nieces, great nephews and cousins.
Pallbearers will be Dale Davis, Donald Davis, Johnny Littleton, Oscar Roy Hattaway, Ronald Gene Hattaway, and Gary Lee Spillers.
Memorials may be made to: Mount Zion UMC Building Fund, P.O. Box 34, Calhoun, LA 71225.
Visitation will be Saturday from 5:00PM until 8:00PM at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe, La.

GLORIA MARIE LAFORGE
Cox Funeral Home - Oak Grove, LA
Funeral Services for Gloria Marie LaForge, age 19, of Oak Grove, will be held at 10:00 AM Saturday, June 11, 2005 at Cox Chapel Oak Grove, LA with Archie Haley of Church of Christ officiating. Interment will be held at Kilbourne Cemetery Kilbourne, LA.
Miss LaForge was born April 8, 1986 in Bastrop, LA and passed away Thursday, June 9, 2005 at St. Francis Medical Center Monroe, LA.
Her parents are Robert Dean Laforge and Tammy Lynn LaForge nee Tammy Lynn Cook.
She was preceded in death by her grandfathers: Jim Thompson and Nolan Harper; and aunt: Gloria LaForge Freeman.
Survivors include: her father, Robert Dean LaForge, Kilbourne, Louisiana; mother, Tammy Lynn Densmore, Oak Grove, Louisiana; step-father, Jimmy Harper, Kilbourne, Louisiana; step-mother, Angie LaForge, Kilbourne, Louisiana; grandparents, Paul and Maria LaForge and Johnny and Dinky Cook, Kilbourne, Louisiana, Betty Jo Thompson, Monroe, Louisiana, and Diane Harper, Oak Grove, Louisiana; brothers: Bransen LaForge and Ethan LaForge, Oak Grove, Louisiana; sisters: Callie Harper, Haley Moon, Kilbourne, Louisiana, and Jessica LaForge, Oak Grove, Louisiana.
Pallbearers will be Slade Ratcliff, Josh Crowe, Matt Huffty, Steven Carroll, Adam Brown, Cody Huffty, John Patrick Brown, and Jeremy McAlpine.
Family will receive friends at Cox Chapel until time of service.
To leave condolences to the family www.coxfuneral.com.

MARY LOUISE RICHEY
Cox Funeral Home - Oak Grove, LA
Funeral Services for Mary Louise Richey, age 57, of Oak Grove, will be held at 2:00 PM Saturday, June 11, 2005 at Cox Chapel Oak Grove, LA with Rev. Mike Howard officiating. Interment will be held at Oak Grove Cemetery Oak Grove, LA.
Mrs. Richey was born October 15, 1947 and passed away Thursday, June 9, 2005 at West Carroll Memorial Hospital Oak Grove, LA.
Her spouse is Duane Richey and her parents were Felton Odell Patterson and Vera A. Patterson nee Vera A. Miller.
She was preceded in death by her father: Felton Odell Patterson; mother: Vera A. Patterson; and sister, Patricia Patterson.
Survivors include: her husband, Duane Richey, Oak Grove, Louisiana; son: Stephen Hagan, Oak Grove, Louisiana; daughter and son-in-laws: Tammy and Joey Harper, Jamestown, Louisiana, and Terry and Andy Shaw, Greenville, South Carolina; brother, Donald Patterson, Morgan City, Louisiana; sister: Norma Jean Streetman, Morgan City, Louisiana; and 4 grandchildren.
Pallbearers Joey Harper, Andy Shaw, Joe Tannehill, Brandon Hagan, Alan Serjeant, and Archie Haley.
Family will receive friends at Cox Chapel until time of service.
To leave condolences to the family www.coxfuneral.com.

GENEVA MCDOWELL THOMPSON
Riser Funeral Home - Columbia, La.
Services for Geneva Leslie McDowell Thompson, age 80 of Columbia will be held at 10:00 a.m., Monday, June 13, 2005 from the chapel of Riser Funeral Home in Columbia with Rev. Bruce McGee officiating. Interment will follow in the Welcome Home Cemetery in Grayson.
Mrs. Thompson was born in Clarks, LA on November 9, 1924 to the union of Jim Floyd McDowell and Mary Frances Doherty and died on June 9, 2005 in Slidell, LA.
Until recently, Mrs. Thompson lived her life in Caldwell Parish. She was a graduate of Clarks High School, Class of 1944 and as a young woman was baptized at Old Bethel Baptist Church. She was a member of the Columbia Heights Baptist Church.
Mrs. Thompson was a homemaker and was preceded in death by her husband: Odis Curtis Thompson.
She is survived by two daughters and sons-in-law: Linda and Larey LeBlanc of Slidell, LA and Marsha and Ken Dickson of Birmingham, AL, a grandson, Chris LeBlanc, a granddaughter, Daana LeBlanc; and a great granddaughter: Morgan Ensminger all of Slidell, LA.
She is also survived by a brother: Gerald McDowell, half-sisters: Jeddie Alford and Evelyn Bratton and half-brothers: Carlos McDowell and Clayton McDowell. Visitation will be Sunday from 2:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. and Monday from 8:00 a.m. until time of services at Riser Funeral Home, 7131 Hwy 165,Columbia

Maude Mixon Allen, 91
JONESBORO — Maude Mixon Allen, a homemaker, died Friday. Services are 2 p.m. Sunday at McDonald Baptist Church. Visitation is 4-8 p.m. today at Edmonds Funeral Home, Jonesboro. Burial will be at Garden of Memories.

Parker L. Bosworth, 39
NEW YORK CITY, N.Y. — Parker Lavelle Bosworth, a registered nurse formerly of Monroe, died June 2. Services will be held at a later date in New York City, under the direction of Bergen Funeral Service, New York City.

Lonzo Brown, 68
FARMERVILLE — Lonzo Brown died Thursday. Services are noon today at Zion Hill Missionary Baptist Church. Burial will be at the church cemetery under the direction of Doyle Funeral Home, Farmerville.

Mary Cruse, 83
FARMERVILLE — Mary Cruse, a homemaker, died Thursday. Graveside services are 2 p.m. Monday at Forest Park Rest Cemetery, Shreveport. Visitation is 3-5 p.m. Sunday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Farmerville.

Billy Dampier, 82
WISNER — Billy Dampier, a retired employee of the Franklin Parish Media Center, died Thursday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Gill First National Funeral Home, Winnsboro.

Tina Louise Fuller, 19
PIONEER — Tina Louise Fuller, a cashier for Farmers One Stop in Monticello, died Tuesday. Services are 3 p.m. today at Cox Funeral Home, Delhi. Burial will be at Epps Cemetery, Epps.

Jennie Lee Gulledge, 75
Jennie Lee Gulledge of Monroe, retired, died Tuesday. Services are 11 a.m. Monday at Mount Mirah Baptist Church, Chatham. Visitation is 5-7 p.m. Sunday at Miller Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be at the church cemetery.

William A. Huffman, 82
HARRISONBURG — William A. "Bill" Huffman, retired owner and operator of Huffman 4-10 in Jonesville, died Thursday. Services are 10 a.m. today at Wallace Ridge Pentecostal Church. Visitation is 8:30 a.m. today until services begin at the church. Burial will be at Girlinghouse Hill Memorial Park under the direction of Young's Funeral Home, Jonesville.

John Barron Johnson, 59
John Barron Johnson of Monroe, a mill worker, died Friday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Smith Funeral Home, Monroe.

Wayne Johnson, 68
URANIA — Wayne Johnson, a commercial fisherman, died Friday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Riser Funeral Home, Olla.

Zemiumzs J. Johnson, 7
FARMERVILLE — Zemiumzs J. Johnson, son of Shantee Johnson and a student at Farmerville Elementary School, died Wednesday. Services are 11 a.m. Monday at Beulah Baptist Church. Burial will be at Spring Hill Cemetery, Oakland, under the direction of Doyle Funeral Home, Farmerville.

Michael E. Jordan, 54
Michael E. Jordan of Monroe, an employee of Trailer Headquarters, died Wednesday. Services are 2:30 p.m. today at Rowland Road Baptist Church. Visitation is 1:30 p.m. today until services begin at the church. Burial will be at Mulhearn Memorial Park under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe.

William Garvis Knapp, 56
SHREVEPORT — William Garvis "Bill" Knapp died Thursday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Liberty Worship Center. Burial will be at Manning-Knapp Cemetery under the direction of Young's Funeral Home, Jonesville.

Gloria Marie LaForge, 19
OAK GROVE — Gloria Marie LaForge, a university student, died Thursday. Services are 10 a.m. today at Cox Funeral Home, Oak Grove. Burial will be at Kilbourne Cemetery, Kilbourne.

Gary Lamar Miller, 59
Gary Lamar Miller of Monroe, co-owner of The Wild Bird Center in Monroe, died Thursday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Cox Funeral Home, Delhi.

Mary Louise Richey, 57
OAK GROVE — Mary Louise Richey, a homemaker, died Thursday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Cox Funeral Home, Oak Grove. Burial will be at Oak Grove Cemetery.

Rebel G. Ryland, 52
COLUMBIA — Rebel G. Ryland, an attorney with McKeithen, Ryland, and Champagne, died Friday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Riser Funeral Home, Columbia.

Wayne Sanders, 52
MER ROUGE — Wayne Sanders, a carpenter and painter, died Friday. Services are 2 p.m. Sunday at Cox Funeral Home, Bastrop. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. today at the funeral home. Burial will be at Bonne Idee-Harp Cemetery, Mer Rouge.

Previously acknowledged
Coleman, Elnora: changed to 1 p.m. today, Green Grove Baptist Church, Delhi.
Davis, Adelaide L.: 11 a.m. today, New Bethel Baptist Churc