2006 Obituaries from the Monroe News-Star

October - 2006 - Obituaries from The News-Star

October 1, 2006 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

RODERICK "ROD" R. ROSSELLE Riser Funeral Home Olla, LA Funeral services for Roderick (Rod) R. Rosselle, age 72, of Urania, LA, will be held at 10:00AM, Monday, October 2, 2006, from the chapel of Riser Funeral Home in Olla, LA. The eulogy will be given by Rick Thompson. Interment will follow at Urania Cemetery. October Mr. Rosselle was born on January 15, 1934, in Grayson, LA, and died Friday September 29, 2006 at Rapides Regional Medical Center in Alexandria, LA. He was a retired truck driver employed by LA Pacific. He was also a 4 year veteran of the Navy. He is preceded in death by his wife of 46 years, Clarca Alger Rosselle; his parents: Robert Rosselle and Eula Rosselle Steen; his brother: Harold Rosselle; three sisters: Bobbie Jean Carr, Inez Sellers, and Jeanette Ramsey. Those left to cherish his memories include his daughters: Pam Cupit and friend DeWayne Ford of Clarks, LA, and Lisa Leopard and husband Jeff of Pineville, LA; five grandchildren: Rick Thompson of Monroe, LA, Jessica (J.T.) Thompson of Natchitoches, LA, Talon Caststeele of Clarks, LA, and Neil and Michel Leopard of Alexandria, LA; one great grandson: Calob Foss of Alexandria, LA; one brother: Daniel (Buddy) Rosselle and his wife Francis of Fort Bragg, CA; one sister: Margie Elmore of Mansfield, AR, sisters-in-law: Barbara Foshee of Bastrop, LA, and Jessie Alger of West Monroe, LA, a very special cousin and friend, George Hulon Humphries of Olla, LA, a special sister-in-law, Edna Alger; a host of nieces and nephews, friends, and ballplayers. Pallbearers will be the "Humphries" boys: Jeff, Steve, Lance, DeWayne, Jason, and Keith. Honorary Pallbearers will be George Hulon, Larry Dean, Glen, Tracy, and Roy Dean Humphries. Visitation will be Sunday from 1:00PM until 8:00PM at Riser Funeral Home in Olla, LA. Memorials may be made to the Urania Cemetery Fund in care of the Urania Town Hall, P.O. Box 339, Urania, LA 71480.

LOU PENUELL Kilpatrick Funeral Home Funeral services for Lou Penuell, 67, of Choudrant, LA will be 10:00AM Monday, October 2, 2006 at Kilpatrick Funeral Home Chapel in Ruston. Officiating the service will be Rev. Charles Harlon. Interment will follow in the Greenwood Cemetery under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home of Ruston, LA. October Mrs. Penuell died Friday, September 29, 2006 following a brief illness. She taught at Cedar Creek School for 22 years and was a Baptist. She is preceded in death by her father Tommy Taylor and her first husband Dr. F.H. Spivey. She is survived by her husband Larry Penuell of Choudrant, LA; sons, Dr. Patrick Taylor Spivey and wife Susan of Benton, AR, and Dennis Lane Penuell and wife Nicole of Choudrant, LA; mother, Ocile M. Taylor of Choudrant, LA; sisters, Kaye T. Copell and husband Steve of Minden, LA and Joan T. Smith and husband Billy Joe of Haughton, LA; and numerous nieces and nephews. Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society. Pallbearers will be Dr. Bob Harper, Jackie Frazier, Charles "Casey" Robinson, Wayne Neuroth, Tim Pesnell, and Jerry Cook. Visitation will be Sunday, October 1, 2006 from 6:00PM until 8:00PM at Kilpatrick Funeral Home in Ruston, LA.

MRS. DORIS MYNATT KRAMAR Sterlington Road, Monroe, LA Mulhearn Funeral Home Graveside services, with full military honors, for Mrs. Doris Mynatt Kramar, 83, of Monroe, LA, will be at 1:00PM Tuesday, October 3, 2006, at Natchez National Cemetery in Natchez, MS with Don Glover officiating under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe, LA. Mrs. Kramar was born February 20, 1923 in Gunter, TX and died September 29, 2006 at her residence. She served in the United State Navy during WWII, where she met her husband of 56 years, E. J.J. Kramar. She was a member of the Forsythe Avenue Church of Christ. Mrs. Kramar retired from the State of Louisiana following many years as supervisor in the Ouachita Parish Welfare Department and ending her career as a supervisor for the East Baton Rouge Parish Office of Community Services. She was preceded in death by her husband, Dr. E. J. J. Kramar. Mrs. Kramar is survived by three children, Mark H. Kramar and wife, Jane, Marissa Kramar Jaquess and husband, Tim, and Jes Kramar and wife, Starla; one sister, Marshall Terry; one brother, Wallace Mynatt; seven grandchildren, and four great grandchildren. Visitation will be Monday from 5:00PM until 7:00PM at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. The family would like to express appreciation for love and care shown by Harris Personal Care Services, Hospice Family Alliance, and longtime family friend and physician, Michael Hayward, MD. Memorials may be made to the Alzheimer's Association. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome .com

MARIE MAE MCKNIGHT Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mrs. Marie Mae McKnight, 83, of Columbia, LA will be at 10:00AM Monday, October 2, 2006, in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe with Bro. Charles L. Davis officiating. Interment will follow in Hasley Cemetery. October Mrs. McKnight died on September 29, 2006 at the LSU Medical Center Shreveport, LA. Mrs. McKnight drove a school bus for Lenwil Elementary School for twenty-eight years, where she touched numerous children's lives. Survivors include her son, David Wayne McKnight and wife Carolyn of Hebert, LA; grandchildren, Kenny McKnight and wife Shonda, Keith McKnight and wife Staci and Cissie Lindsey and husband Micah; great grandchildren, Kelsi and Kristen Lindsey, Sidney and Madison McKnight and Marissa and Abigale McKnight. She is also survived by numerous nieces and nephews. Pallbearers will be Jimmy Eldridge, George Dunn, Clifton, Boyte, Micah Lindsey, Marshall Weaver, Jeffrey Burkett, Michael Simmons, Jimmy Kyzar and Artis Caraway Visitation will be from 5:00PM until 8:00PM Sunday at Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Online Registry/Condolences www.mulhearnfuneralhome .com

MR. FRED RICE SR. Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral Services for Mr. Fred Rice Sr, 58, of West Monroe, LA will be held at 1:00PM Sunday, October 1, 2006 in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe with Dr. Collin Wimberly officiating. October Fred was born on April 6, 1948 and died on September 27, 2006 after a long illness. Mr. Rice owned Smith Street Paint and Body Shop in West Monroe. He was an avid hunter and fisherman who loved the great outdoors, but his true love was his family. Mr. Rice is preceded in death by his parents, James Sr. and Jackie Rice. Survivors include his wife Erma Rice; three children, Fred Rice Jr. and wife Jennifer, Skye Davidson and husband Reggie and son, David "Moose" Rice and wife Ava; seven grandchildren, Regan, Kristin, Madison, Fred III, Landon Rice and Harley and Hollee Davidson; four brothers and one sister, James Jr., Don, Mike "Doc", Steve and Pam Rice. Numerous nieces and nephews and really good friends. He was loved by all. Pallbearers will be D.J. Rayner, Chris Robertson, Mikey Rice, Randy Gosdin, Rusty Rice, Steve Rice Jr., Marcelle Ronquille and Harvey Pippins. Visitation will be from 12:00PM until service time Sunday at Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome .com

Gerald L. Beasley, 67
CHASE — Gerald L. Beasley, retired from the LSU AgCenter's Sweet Potato Research Center, died Saturday. Services are 2 p.m. Monday at Chase Baptist Church. Visitation is 5-9 p.m. today at Gill First National Funeral Home, Winnsboro, and 1 p.m. until service time Monday at the church. Burial will be in Chase Cemetery.

Patrick Folds, 53
WASHINGTON, Miss. — Patrick Folds died Saturday. Arrangements are pending under the direction of Young's Funeral Home, Ferriday.

Dennis Hardy, 48
Dennis Hardy of Monroe, a retired electrician, died Thursday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Rayville. Burial will be in Stevenson Cemetery.

Donna Walters Harper, 64
SALINE — Donna Walters Harper, a homemaker, died Friday. Services are 10 a.m. Monday at Carolina Baptist Church. Visitation is noon-9 p.m. today at the church. Burial will be in the church cemetery under the direction of Edmonds Funeral Home, Jonesboro.

Jannie Lamkin Harvey, 83
RUSTON — Jannie Lamkin Harvey, a retired order department clerk, died Saturday. Services are 2 p.m. Tuesday at Edmonds Funeral Home, Jonesboro. Visitation is 5-9 p.m. Monday at the funeral home. Burial will be in New Prospect Cemetery, Clay.

Kenneth Hazelton Sr., 45
Kenneth Hugh Hazelton Sr. of Calhoun, a concrete finisher, died Friday. Arrangements are pending under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe.

Sidney Ray Mock, 80
Sidney Ray Mock, a retired dispatcher, died Friday. Services are 3 p.m. today at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Burial will be in Cypress Baptist Church Cemetery.

Lavelle Lee Patrick, 79
OAK GROVE — Lavelle Lee Patrick, an inspector at Allen Canning Co., died Saturday. Services are 10 a.m. Monday at Mount Zion Church of God. Visitation is 1-10 p.m. today at the church. Burial will be in Macedonia Cemetery under the direction of Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Oak Grove.

Sidney Ray Ross, 77
LIDDIEVILLE — Sidney Ray Ross, a retired farmer, died Saturday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Boeuf River Baptist Church. Visitation is 9 a.m.-noon today at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Winnsboro, and from 1 p.m. until service time at the church. Burial will be in Ogden Cemetery.

Previously acknowledged
Fontenot, M.H.: 2 p.m. Monday, Golden Funeral Home, Bastrop.
McCaskill, Hilery E.: 10 a.m. today, Oak Grove Free Methodist Church, Jonesville.
Reynolds, Dorthy Adelle: 2 p.m. today, Golden Funeral Home, Bastrop.
Wright, Clyde Jr.: 10 a.m. today, Jonesville Church of God, Jonesville.
Wyatt, Girtha Mae: 1 p.m. Monday, St. Paul Baptist Church, Luna.
Younse, Charlie Royse: 2 p.m. today, Rock Corner Baptist Church, Ruston

October 2, 2006 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

LONNIE "RAY" JORDAN Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral Services for Mr. Lonnie "Ray" Jordan, 72, of West Monroe, LA will be held at 11:00AM Tuesday, October 3, 2006 in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA with Dr. Greg Clark officiating. Interment will follow in the Twin Cities Memorial Gardens in West Monroe, LA. Mr. Jordan, a resident of West Monroe, LA was born September 22, 1934 and passed away Saturday, September 30, 2006 at Glenwood Regional Medical Center following a lengthy illness. He was a member of the Cedar Crest Baptist Church. Mr. Jordan loved to restore Antique Tractors. He is preceded in death by his parents Lonnie and Lillie Jordan; daughter, Beverly Lynn Jordan; brothers, Vernon and Frank Jordan; mother-in-law, Lila Burlew and father-in-Law, Rossie Burlew. Left to cherish his memory are his loving wife of 51 years, Shirley Jordan; daughters, Vikki McDonald Simpson and husband Mike Simpson, Jana Duchesne; son, Randy Jordan; grandchildren, Eddie McDonald and wife Brandilyn, Jordan McDonald, Zachary Duchesne, Jacob Ray Jordan and Caden Jordan; one great-grandson, Jackson McDonald; brothers, Jack Jordan and wife Glenna and L.J. Jordan and wife Sue; sister, Nelda Hitt and husband Dale and numerous nieces and nephews. Pallbearers will be his nephews, Cam Hitt, Coy Hitt, Mike Jordan, Jackie Jordan, Paul Jordan, Rodney Jordan and Byron Jordan. Honorary Pallbearers will be Larry Hitt and Joe Siejna Visitation will be from 5:00PM until 8:00PM Monday and from 9:00AM until service time on Tuesday at Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the St. Jude's children's Research Hospital. Mr. Jordan's family would like to give a special thank you to Dr. Ron Hammett, Dr. Samer Roy, Dr. William Matthews, and to all the Nurse's, PSA's, and staff at Glenwood Regional Medical Center. They would also like to thank the staff and members of Cedar Crest Baptist Church especially Dr. Greg Clark Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome .com

William 'Bubba' Alexander, 50
FARMERVILLE — William David "Bubba" Alexander, a construction worker, died Saturday. Services are 2 p.m. Tuesday at Mount Tabor Baptist Church, Farmerville. Burial will be in Pine Grove South Cemetery, Bastrop, under the direction of Farrar Funeral Home, Farmerville. Visitation is 5-9 p.m. today at the funeral home.

Ray Carroll, 83
OLLA — Ray Carroll, retired owner of Carroll's White Auto Store and Ace Hardware, died Sunday. Services are incomplete under the direction of Riser Funeral Home, Olla.

Jean Douglas Corley, 87
OAK GROVE — Jean Douglas Corley, a homemaker, died Saturday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Cox Funeral Home, Oak Grove. Burial will be in Oak Grove Cemetery. Visitation is 8 a.m. until the service at the funeral home.

Ressie Alna Gilliland, 91
Ressie Alna Gilliland, a retired retail salesperson, of Monroe, died Friday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Mulhearn Memorial Park Mausoleum under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road.

Virginia Hale, 78
Virginia Hale, a homemaker of Monroe, died Sunday. Services are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Horace Harrison, 85
BASTROP — Horace Harrison, retired principal in Morehouse Parish Schools, died Saturday. Services are 2 p.m. Friday at Bethel Baptist Church, Bastrop. Burial will be in Causey Cemetery under the direction of Cox Funeral Home, Bastrop. Visitation is 4-8 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home.

Doris Mynatt Kramar, 83
Doris Mynatt Kramar, retired supervisor at the office of Community Service, East Baton Rouge Parish, of Monroe, died Friday. Graveside services are 1 p.m. Tuesday at Natchez National Cemetery, Natchez, Miss. Visitation is 5-7 p.m. today at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe.

Marie May McKnight, 83
COLUMBIA — Marie May McKnight, formerly of West Monroe, a school bus driver, died Friday. Services are 10 a.m. today at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Burial will be in Hasley Cemetery.

Joseph H. Nobles, 86
DALLAS — Joseph H. Nobles, an oil company purchasing agent, died Thursday. Services are 2:30 p.m. today at Salem Cemetery under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Ruston.

Roderick 'Rod' Rosselle, 72
OLLA — Roderick "Rod" Rosselle, a retired truck driver, died Friday. Services are 10 a.m. today at Riser Funeral Home, Olla. Burial will be in Urania Cemetery.

Della Lavon Shearer, 24
MENDENHALL, Miss. — Della Lavon Shearer, formerly of Vidalia, died Sunday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Comer Funeral Home, Ferriday.

Mark Wallingsford, 49
EROS — Mark Wallingsford, a dry-wall finisher, died Sunday. Graveside services are 1 p.m. Tuesday at Riverview Cemetery, Monroe, under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Previously acknowledged
Beasley, Gerald L.: 2 p.m. today, Chase Baptist Church.
Fontenot, M.H.: 2 p.m. today, Golden Funeral Home, Bastrop.
Harper, Donna Walters: 10 a.m. today, Carolina Baptist Church, Saline.
Harvey, Jannie Lamkin: 2 p.m. Tuesday, Edmonds Funeral Home, Jonesboro.
Patrick, Lavelle Lee: 10 a.m. today, Boeuf River Baptist Church, Liddieville.
Wyatt, Girtha Mae: 1 p.m. today, St. Paul Baptist Church, Luna

October 3, 2006 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

ROBERT RAY CARROLL Riser Funeral Home Olla, LA Services for Robert Ray Carroll, age 83, of Olla, LA, will be held at 10:00AM, Wednesday, October 4, 2006 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 of Olla. Mr. Carroll was born in Glenmora on March 18, 1923 to the union of William F. and Lily Ann Ballard Carroll and died Sunday, October 1, 2006 at his residence. He was self-employed and owned and operated the White's Home and Auto Store in Olla. He was a member of First Baptist Church in Olla and was a veteran of World War II having served in the Navy. He served as president of the Olla Chamber of Commerce. He was also past master of the Olla Masonic Lodge #303. He was preceded in death by his parents, her brothers: Herman Carroll and James Lee Carroll and his sister: Thelma C. Moore. Survivors include his wife: Elaine Robbins Carroll of Olla, LA; his son: Robert Carroll and his wife: Candy of Olla, LA; his daughters: Jackie Cantwell and her husband: Dr. Vernon Cantwell of West Monroe, LA, Patricia Edington and her husband: Donald of Ruston, LA; his grandchildren: Suzanne Edington, Dawn Perky and her husband: Matt, Scott Cantwell and his wife: Tracy, Megan Carroll, Robyn Carroll and Caytlin Carroll. Pallbearers will be Donald Edington, Vernon W. Cantwell, Scott Cantwell, Matt Perky, J.D.Hall and Mike Robbins. Smith Hopkins will serve as Honorary Pallbearer. Visitation will be Tuesday after 5:00PM at First Baptist Church in Olla, LA.

C. VIRGINIA ROSS HALE Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral Services for Mrs. C. Virginia Ross Hale, 78, of Monroe, LA will be held at 2:00PM Wednesday, October 4, 2006 in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA with Jon Hale, Rev. Buddy Wade and Rev. Billy Taylor officiating. Interment will follow in the Hasley Cemetery. Mrs. Hale died on October 1, 2006 at the St. Francis Medical Center in Monroe, LA. She loved sewing, quilting and cooking. Preceding her in death are her father, Hunter Ross Sr.; mother, Myrtle Gladys Ross; sisters, Hilda Faye Stewart and LaVeda Harper; brother, Hunter Ross, Jr.; and her sons, Richard Hale, Phillip Hale and Harvel Christy. Survivors include her husband, Milton Hale; children, Mike Hale and wife Johnnie of West Monroe, LA, Vernon Hale of Denham Springs, LA, Cheryl Christy of West Monroe, LA, and Lynette Chandler and husband Jimmie of West Monroe, LA; grandchildren, Tracy Peterson and husband Daymon, Felicia Trichell and husband Joey, Jana Griffin and husband Robbi, Chris Christy and wife Elizabeth, Jon Hale and wife Amy, Shelton Hale and wife Amy, Nathan Christy, Joy Broussard and husband Brandon, Andrew Hale and wife Tabitha, Danny Price and wife Meg, David Price and Christina Price; twenty-six great grandchildren; uncle, Curtis Martin and wife Doris of Monroe, LA; sister-in-law, Sadie Ross and her family of Montgomery, AL and many numerous nieces and nephews. Visitation will be from 5:00PM until 9:00PM Tuesday at Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA.

VERA L. HASSION Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Mrs. Vera L. Hassion, 86, was born February 2, 1920 in Hope, AR and passed away September 29, 2006 in West Monroe, LA. Mrs. Hassion was preceded in death by her husband, John Hassion Jr. She is survived by her 2 sons; John Hassion of Hindsville, AR, Mark Hassion of Downsville, LA; 2 grandchildren, Graham and Kaylee; 4 siblings; several nieces and nephews. In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to, Stoneybrook Assisted Living, 308 Norris Lane, West Monroe, LA 71291. A memorial service will be held at a later date.

LORA HALENE ROY Owens Memorial Chapel Ruston, LA Funeral Home Funeral services for Mrs. Lora Halene Roy, age 85 of Ruston, LA, will be held at 2:00PM Wednesday, October 4, 2006 at the Burkhalter Chapel of Trinity United Methodist Church with the Rev. Fred Wideman officiating. Burial will follow in Forest Lawn Cemetery in Ruston under the direction of Owens Memorial Chapel Funeral Home of Ruston, LA. Mrs. Roy was born February 1, 1921 in Epps, LA, to Dave and Mattie Brewer Roper. She died October 2, 2006 in Arcadia, LA. She was a member of Trinity United Methodist Church for over 50 years and was a member of the Helping Hands Sunday School class. Mrs. Roy was also a member of the Order of the Eastern Star. She received a bachelor's degree from Louisiana Tech University and was retired from the Louisiana Department of Social Services where she was a social worker. In her spare time, Mrs. Roy enjoyed her camellias, and her day lilies. She also enjoyed reading books as well as sewing and making family meals. Mrs. Roy is survived by her husband of 62 years and eight months, Mr. Henry H. Roy; her children Elizabeth "Beth" Roy Scammahorn and husband Mike of Ruston, LA, Robin "Rob" Roy and wife Dana of Simsboro, LA, and Carla Roy Johnston and husband Vic of Bossier City, LA; six grandchildren; nine great grandchildren; her brothers and sisters W.R. Roper of Tallulah, LA, Mary Bullock of St. Amant, LA, Erma Taylor of Tallulah, LA, Frank Roper of Harahan, LA, and Lee Roper of Atlanta, GA. Pallbearers will be Harold Shrell, Matt Johnston, Vic Johnston, Chris Roy, Kyle Scammahorn, and Mike Scammahorn. Visitation will be held at Owens Memorial Chapel Funeral Home from 6:00PM until 8:00PM Tuesday, October 3, 2006. The family would like to thank the nurses and staff of Leslie Lakes Retirement Center and Hospice of Caring Hearts. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Trinity United Methodist Church building fund. To leave a memorial message for the family, please visit www.owensmemorialfuneralhome.com

Patrick 'Pat' Folds, 53
WASHINGTON, Miss. — Patrick "Pat" Folds died Saturday. Services are 11 a.m. today at Young's Funeral Home. Burial will be in Oak Grove Cemetery, Manifest.

Gladys Eleanor Hayes, 91
FARMERVILLE — Gladys Eleanor Hayes, a foster parent and homemaker, died Sunday. Services are 1 p.m. today at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Farmerville. Burial will be in Rocky Branch Cemetery.

Kenneth Hazelton Sr., 45
Kenneth Hugh Hazelton Sr. of Calhoun, a concrete finisher, died Friday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Mulhearn Memorial Park Mausoleum. Visitation is 11 a.m. — 1 p.m. today at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery.

Evelyn Heltman, 83
FERRIDAY — Evelyn Heltman, a homemaker and church missionary, died Sunday. Services are 1 p.m. Thursday at Young's Funeral Home, Ferriday. Visitation is 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Greenlawn Memorial Park.

Leslie Jones, 28
BASTROP — Leslie Jones, a homemaker, died Sept. 27. Services are 11 a.m. today at New Jerusalem No. 2, Bastrop. Burial will be in the church cemetery under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Bastrop.

Marcus Johnson, 50
BASTROP — Marcus Johnson, a laborer at Pilgrim's Pride, died Sunday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Bastrop.

Lonnie Ray Jordan, 72
Lonnie Ray Jordan of West Monroe, a retired contactor, died Saturday. Services are 11 a.m. today at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Visitation is 9 a.m. until service time at the funeral home. Burial will be in Twin Cities Memorial Gardens, West Monroe.

Thomas F. Partin, 68
Thomas F. Partin of West Monroe, a hydraulic mechanic, died Sunday. Graveside services are 1 p.m. Thursday at Drew Cemetery, West Monroe. Visitation is 10 a.m. — noon Thursday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Jessie Roberts, 82
WISNER — Jessie Roberts, a retired iron worker, died Sunday. Services are 2 p.m. Wednesday at Kings Pentecostal Church, Wisner. 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, Winnsboro.

Halene R. Roy, 85
RUSTON — Halene R. Roy, a social worker, died Monday. Services are 2 p.m. Wednesday at Trinity United Methodist Church, Ruston. Visitation is 6-8 p.m. today at Owens Memorial Chapel, Ruston. Burial will be in Forest Lawn Cemetery.

Della Lavone Shearer, 24
MENDENHALL, Miss. — Della Lavone Shearer, formerly of Vidalia, an assistant manager in Forest, Miss., died Sunday. Services are 1 p.m. today at Comer Funeral Home, Ferriday. Visitation is 11 a.m. until time of service today at the funeral home. Burial will be in Monclova Cemetery, Waterproof.

Alice Faye Simmons, 69
GOLDONNA — Alice Faye (Frazier) Simmons, a homemaker, died Sunday. Services are 2 p.m. Wednesday at Goldonna Baptist Church. Burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery under the direction of Southern Funeral Homes, Winnfield.

Previously acknowledged
Alexander, William David "Bubba": 2 p.m. today, Mount Tabor Baptist Church, Farmerville.
Harrison, Horace: 2 p.m. Friday, Bethel Baptist Church, Bastrop.
Harvey, Jannie Lamkin: 2 p.m. today, Edmonds Funeral Home, Jonesboro.
Kramar, Doris Mynatt: 1 p.m. today, Natchez National Cemetery, Natchez, Miss.
Wallingsford, Mark: 1 p.m. today, Riverview Cemetery, Monroe

October 4, 2006 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

NAOMI HARRIS GATES Skelton Funeral Home Reform, AL Naomi Harris Gates, 79, of Carrollton, AL died October 2, 2006 at Pickens County Medical Center. Services will be held at Skelton Funeral Home Chapel Wednesday, October 4, 2006 at 10:00AM with Rev. James Moss and Rev. John Gates officiating. Interment will follow at Springhill Cemetery under the direction of Skelton Funeral Home of Reform, AL. Mrs. Gates was born October 4, 1926 in Holly Ridge, LA to the late William J. Harris and Maude Mae Johnson Harris. She was a member of Springhill Baptist Church, a retired bookkeeper for Hook Enterprises and a well known resident of Pickens County. She is preceded in death by her parents and a sister: Marie Nolan. She is survived by her husband of 33 years, Olen Gates of Carrollton, AL; sisters, Edith Covington and Audrey Richardson, both of West Monroe, LA; special niece, Marilyn Finkbeiner of Cleveland, TN; and numerous other nieces and nephews. Pallbearers will be Keith Bain, Jerome Bain, John Gates, Marty Gates, Timmy Gates, and Jim McKnight. Honorary Pallbearers are Gerald Gates, Jerry Kelley, Kenneth Fucich, Bobby Gilbert, Jimmy Vail, Joe Bain, Joe Irvin, Jerry Davis, Dr. Julia Boothe, Rita McCafferty and the nursing staff at Pickens County Medical Center. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorials be made to Springhill Baptist Church School Fund, c/o Ruby Bain, 586 Stinson Ridge, Carrollton, AL 35447.

DR. JOHN T. GOORLEY, LTC (Ret.) US Army Rose-Neath Funeral Home Shreveport, LA Dr. John Theodore Goorley, former professor of pharmacy at Northeast Louisiana University, passed away October 1, 2006, at the age of 99. Visitation will be held from 5:00PM until 7:00PM, Thursday, October 5, 2006, and a memorial service at 10:00AM, Friday, October 6, 2006 at Rose-Neath Marshall Street Chapel. Graveside services with full military honors will follow at Roselawn Cemetery in Calhoun, LA at 1:00PM. Dr. Goorley was born March 12, 1907 in Galion, OH to William and Emma Ness Goorley. He graduated from Galion High School, obtained his B.S. from Ohio State University in 1930, and his PhD in Pharmaceutical Chemistry from Purdue University in 1934. Dr. Goorley was a renowned pharmaceutical chemist whose career led him to live in such diverse places as Havana, Cuba; Buenos Aires, Argentina; Honduras, where he was a Fulbright Professor; Walter Reed Hospital in Washington, D.C., during WWII, where he created vaccines that were credited with saving the lives of thousands of soldiers. His many accomplishments included patents for the antibiotic Bacitracin and an anti-ulcer drug. He was awarded a medal for being the Amateur Batting Champion of Softball in Cuba. Dr. Goorley was also named in Who's Who In The World. During his years in Monroe, LA, John was an active thespian and singer who performed in many shows at Northeast Louisiana Universiy and Little Theatre. His favorites were his starring roles in Gilbert & Sullivan's Mikado and HMS Pinafore. In his later years in Shreveport, John received much joy from the Centenary Senior Writers Club. He will always be remembered for his wit and love of life. He was an avid tennis player noted for his tricky left-handed serve. Unfortunately, Dr. Goorley had to give up playing tennis because of a shoulder injury at the age of 90. He was preceded in death by his loving and devoted wife of 60 years, Ethel; his brothers, Michael and Melvin; and his sister, Sarah Beegle. He is survived by his four children, John and wife, Sherrie, of Pueblo, CO, their children, Tim and Elizabeth; Alice Breard of Austin, TX, her children, Ben and Nathan; Robert and wife, Lucy, of Montgomery, AL; and Richard and wife, Meg, of Shreveport, LA, their children, Matthew, Roger, Elliot and Gina.

AARON S. HODGES Ott & Lee Funeral Home Brandon, MS Aaron S. Hodges, 44, died Monday, October 2, 2006, at his residence. Visitation is today, 5:00PM until 8:00PM at Ott and Lee Funeral Home in Brandon, MS. Funeral services are 2:00PM Thursday at the funeral home in with burial in the Floral Hills Memory Gardens in Pearl, MS. Ott and Lee Funeral Home in Brandon, MS is handling the arrangements. Aaron was a native of Louisiana and a longtime resident of the Jackson area. He worked for Hobart Industries for 15 years as a service advisor and was an Army Veteran. Aaron was a member of the Church of Christ. Survivors include his wife, Beverly Hodges of Pearl, MS; sons, Aaron J., Nicholas S. and Dallas B. Hodges all of Pearl, MS; mother, Betty Hodges of Grayson, LA and brothers, Andy and Kevin Hodges of Grayson, LA. Aaron was preceded in death by his father, Jimmy Hodges in 1995. Memorials may be sent to the American Cancer Society, Miss. Division, 1380 Livingston Lane, Jackson, MS 39213.

MRS. LOIS WALDRON Barham Funeral Home Meridian, MS Graveside services for Mrs. Lois Waldron will be held Wednesday, October 4, 2006 at 2:00PM at Simsboro Cemetery under the direction of Barham Funeral Home of Meridian, MS. Mrs. Waldron, 90, of Meridian, MS died Monday, October 2, 2006 at Jeff Anderson Regional Medical Center. She was a retired sales clerk. She was formerly from Monroe, LA and Simsboro, LA but lived in Meridian, MS for the past 6 years. She was a member of the Church of Christ and had attended 2 years of college at Louisiana Tech. She is preceded in death by her husband, Edwin L. Waldron; 2 sisters, Mae Waldron and Ruby Means; and 2 brothers, Roy Akin and Edwin Akin. She is survived by 1 son: Don Waldron, Sr., and wife Audell of Meridian, MS; 3 grandchildren: Don Waldron, Jr., and wife Delita of Meridian, MS, Cheryl Hessler of Meridian, MS, and Marilyn Waldron of New Port Beach, CA; 5 great grandchildren: Christopher and Alex Waldron, Marilyn, Katherine, and Eric Hessler, Jr.; and brother: Sherwood Akin of Sibley, LA. The family requests memorials be made to St. Judes.

Phillip Sidney Fishman, 84
Phillip Sidney Fishman of Monroe, a retired real estate investor, died Tuesday. Visitation is 5-6 p.m. Thursday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Memorial service will be held at 6 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home.

Jerry G. Griggs, 66
Jerry G. Griggs of West Monroe, a self-employed equipment broker, died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

C. Virginia Ross Hale, 78
C. Virginia Ross Hale of Monroe, a retired secretary, died Sunday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Visitation is 1 p.m. until service time today. Burial will be in Hasley Cemetery, West Monroe.

Terry M. Palmer, 47
RUSTON — Terry M. Palmer died Sunday. Graveside services are 2 p.m. Thursday at St. Rest Cemetery, Dubach. Visitation is 10 a.m.—noon Thursday at Owens Memorial Chapel, Ruston.

Mary Alice Robinson, 66
WINNSBORO — Mary Alice Robinson, a homemaker, died Monday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Gill First National Funeral Home, Winnsboro.

Mary Evelyn See, 84
Mary Evelyn See of Monroe, a retired registered nurse, died Monday. Services are 11 a.m. Thursday at St. Mark's Methodist Church, Swartz. Visitation is 10 a.m. until time of service Thursday at the church. Burial will be in Lake Providence City Cemetery under the direction of Cox Funeral Home, Oak Grove.

Hugh D. Smith, 77
PONCE INLET, Fla. — Hugh D. Smith, formerly of Monroe and a retired certified public accountant for James Machine Works, died Monday. Services will be at Grace Episcopal Church, Monroe, but are incomplete under the direction of Cardwell and Maloney Funeral Home, Port Orange, Fla.

Hugh Taylor, 65
Hugh Taylor of Monroe, a retired body shop manager, died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Barren B. Wallace, 84
Barren B. "Buddy" Wallace of West Monroe, a millwright, died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Winnsboro.

Previously acknowledged
Harrison, Horace: 2 p.m. Friday, Bethel Baptist Church, Bastrop.
Heltman, Evelyn: 1 p.m. Thursday, Young's Funeral Home, Ferriday.
Partin, Thomas F: 1 p.m. Thursday, Drew Cemetery, West Monroe.
Roberts, Jessie: 2 p.m. today, Kings Pentecostal Church, Wisner.
Roy, Halene R.: 2 p.m. today, Trinity United Methodist Church, Ruston.
Simmons, Alice Faye: 2 p.m. today, Goldonna Baptist Church, Goldonna

October 5, 2006 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

PHILLIP S. FISHMAN Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road, Monroe, LA Phillip S. Fishman, loving husband of Janet Fishman died on October 3rd, 2006. He was preceded in death by his daughter Carla Fishman and his brother Sterling Fishman and his sister Shirley Cohen. He is survived by his wife, Jan and their four children and their spouses: Dr. Mike and Pam Lary of Amarillo, TX., Dr. Ivan and Melissa Bank of New Orleans, LA., Bruce and Cindy Bernbaum of Dallas, TX and Mike and Susie Husted of Monroe, LA. A niece, Amy Fishman Hansen and her husband Mads. Phil had sixteen grandchildren: James and Sarah Lary, Jason and Helen Lary, Hunter and Amanda Ramsey, Taylor, Lindsey, Griffin, and Riley Bank, Abby and Zoe Bernbaum and Emily, Mickel, and Molly Husted who will miss him terribly. Phil was a WWII veteran, having served in the Army. He graduated from the Missouri School of Mines with a BS in Civil Engineering in 1946. He moved to Monroe, LA. in 1949 and worked in the women's retail business and later owned a successful commercial real estate business that still exists. Even as an adult, he earned two degrees in history from Northeast Louisiana University. Phil was an accomplished athlete into his 70s'. He played college baseball and pursued a life long love of the sport. He pitched for the Jaycees for over 46 years in a fast pitch league until the age of 76. Phil was born in St. Louis, Missouri and never failed to track the St. Louis Cardinals until the day he died. He also had a great love of the friends at his health club. With each others' help, they all stayed in shape, through the years. Phil was a leader in the community, having served as President of Temple B'nai Israel Congregation, and as a member of the Humane Society of North Louisiana. Phil was a generous person who received great pleasure in donating to many causes or simply buying a meal or medications for those in need. One of Phil's greatest joys was his love of travel and especially sharing this with his family. There are many countless memories of travels to far away exotic places with the ones he loved and those who loved him. He knew these vacations were far more valuable than the times "away from it all". These family gatherings created happy memories for all those close to his heart and will be cherished forever. A visitation will be held at 5:00pm and a memorial service will be held at 6:00pm, on Thursday, October 5, 2006 at Mulhearn Funeral Home on 2308 Sterlington Road. This is strictly, a NO TIE service, in compliance with Phil's wishes. In lieu of flowers, please send all donations to The Council on Aging, The Humane Society, or The Black Bayou Lake National Wildlife Refuge. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome .com

DANIEL E. NYEGAARD FARRAR FUNERAL HOME Farmerville, LA. Funeral services for Daniel E. Nyegaard, 94, of Farmerville will be held at 10:00AM Friday, Oct. 6, 2006 at Farrar Funeral Home in Farmerville with Bro. David Martin officiating. Burial will be in Mt. Ararat Cemetery, Downsville, LA. Arrangements are under the direction of Farrar Funeral Home. Mr. Nyegaard, a retired carpenter, died Wednesday, Oct. 4, 2006. He was member of First Baptist Church of Farmerville and an avid gardener. Preceding him in death was his wife, Avis Nyegaard. He is survived by his brother-in-law, Bill Skains of Farmerville and several nieces and nephews. Pallbearers will be Charles Nyegaard, Fredrick Lee Nyegaard, John Yelton, Jay Yelton, Shorty Aulds and Mickey Turner. Visitation will be 5:00-8:00pm Thursday at Farrar Funeral Home in Farmerville, LA. Friends may send messages to the family at www.farrarfh.com.

MARY ALICE ROBINSON Gill First National Funeral Home, Winnsboro, LA. Funeral services for Mary Alice Armstrong Robinson, 66, of Winnsboro will be held at 10AM Friday, October 6, 2006 in the chapel of Gill First National Funeral Home in Winnsboro with Rev. Marion Collier officiating. Interment will follow in New Winnsboro Cemetery. Visitation will be from 5-9 PM Thursday at the funeral home. She was born to George Henry and Mary Geneva Nichols Armstrong on September 22, 1940 in Winnsboro and passed from this life Monday, October 2, 2006 in West Monroe. Mrs. Robinson was a member of First United Methodist Church in Winnsboro, and had formerly worked as Personnel Director at the garment factory in Winnsboro as well as with Northeast LA. Soil Conservation. After the birth of her children, she no longer worked out side of the home and became a loving mother who remained devoted to her children and grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents. She is survived by her daughter Debra Kay Murray of West Monroe; son George Allen Robinson of Winnsboro; three grandsons Dustin Cole Broussard, George Tyler Robinson, and Adam Christopher Robinson; two sisters Ann Johnson of Winnsboro and Doris Kincaid of Fort Necessity; her children's father Clyde Robinson and special friend Buster Hammons. Pallbearers will be David DeBlieux, Dale Ethridge, Scott Fletcher, Don McDuffie, Mark Robinson, and Steve Robinson. Honorary pallbearers will be Larry Casiday, Lynn Casiday, J.W. Dean, Donnie Ellerman, Mike Kramer, and Steve Pylant. To sign guestbook online, visit www.gillfirstnational.com

HUGH "Bill" TAYLOR Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral services for Hugh "Bill" Taylor, 65, of Monroe, LA will be at 2:00 PM, Friday, October 6, 2006 at Kilpatrick Funeral Home Chapel West Monroe. Rev. Scotty Sanders will be officiating. Interment to follow at Hasley Cemetery West Monroe, LA under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe. Hugh was born September 6, 1941 in Monroe, LA and passed away October 3, 2006 in Monroe, LA. Hugh was preceded in death by his parents; Mary and Hugh Taylor and a brother, Mike Taylor. He was a retired body shop manager. He is survived by daughters; Molly Taylor Simmons and Chris Taylor Shelby; sons; Harry Hugh Taylor, William Hugh Taylor, Jason Eric Taylor and Dax Taylor; brother; Steve Taylor and wife Jeanne; 8 grandchildren. Pallbearers will be Tommy Thomas, Trae Cady, Marvin Culpepper, Jim Sims, Scott Certain and Mickey Plunk. In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to The West Monroe Boys and Girls Club, 500 Evergreen Street, West Monroe, LA 71292. Visitation will be Thursday from 5:00PM until 7:00PM at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Messages may be sent to the family @ www.kilpatrickfuneral homes.com.

MR. BARREN "BUDDY" B. WALLACE Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mr. Barren "Buddy" B. Wallace, 84, of West Monroe, LA will be at 10:30 AM Friday, October 6, 2006, at Pleasant Hill Congregational Church with Rev. George Jacobs officiating. Graveside services will be at 2:00 PM at Legion Memorial Cemetery in Newellton, LA under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe, LA. Visitation will be Thursday from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM at Mulhearn Funeral Home in West Monroe. Mr. Wallace was born April 30, 1922 in Monroe, LA to Bertha Sims Wallace and Mett Wallace, and died October 3, 2006 at the Glenwood Hospital in West Monroe, LA. He later moved to Newellton, LA where he attended high school before enlisting in the U. S. Navy in 1939 to 1942. He served in Guadalcanal Island and California where he met and married Jennie DeStefani, his bride of 62 years. They settled into married life in Jennie's hometown of Woonsocket, RI. For over 30 years he worked as a machinist for Whitinsville Machine Works in MA. During that time he served as union steward for 10 years. After retiring, Buddy and Jennie returned to his boyhood home in West Monroe, LA, where they lived these past 7 years. He is preceded in death by his parents, Mett and Bertha Simms Wallace; and his brother, M. C. Wallace. Mr. Wallace is survived by his wife, Jennie DeStefani Wallace, of West Monroe, LA; two sons, Barren B. Wallace, Jr. and wife, Carol of St. Cloud, FL, and Wayne P. Wallace and wife, Kathy of West Monroe, LA; eight grandchildren, two great grandsons, brother, Randall Wallace of Chattanooga, TN; sister, Lillian Tatum of Indianapolis, IN; and a host of nieces, nephews, and friends Pallbearers will be grandsons, Brian Wallace, Jamie Wallace, Dennis Bouvier, Joe Kanan, Adam Ables, and nephew, Steve Wallace. The family wishes to extend Special Thanks to Dr. William Smith and his compassionate staff, Dr. Causey, and the staff at Glenwood Medical Center for the excellent care given during Mr. Wallace's illness. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome .com.

Hazel Brackwell, 84
RUSTON — Hazel Brackwell, a sales clerk, died Wednesday. Graveside services are 4 p.m. today at Fellowship Cemetery, Dubach under the direction of Owens Memorial Chapel Funeral Home, Ruston.

Robert Bradley, 75
Robert Bradley of Monroe, a retired syrup mill engineer, died Sunday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Smith Funeral Home, Monroe.

Jackalene Caffrey, 61
Jackalene "Jackie" Caffrey of Monroe, a retired registered nurse, died Wednesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Monroe.

Hugh Cooper, 75
Hugh Cooper of Monroe, a farmer, died Saturday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Bethel Church of God in Christ, Monroe. Visitation is 1-7 p.m. Friday at Smith Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be at Richwood Memorial Gardens.

Ida Dixon, 52
STRONG, Ark. — Ida Dixon, a cashier at Teddy Bear's Convenience Store, died Monday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Tennant Family Funeral Home, Farmerville.

Kitty McGehee Fuller, 63
RUSTON — Kitty McGehee Fuller, a retired advertising sales representative, died Wednesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Ruston.

Jerry G. Griggs Sr., 67
Jerry G. Griggs Sr. of West Monroe, a self-employed equipment broker, died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Horace Harrison, 85
BASTROP — Horace Harrison, a retired Morehouse Parish Schools principal, died Sept. 30. Services are 2 p.m. Friday at Bethel Baptist Church, Bastrop. Visitation is 4-8 p.m. today at Cox Funeral Home, Bastrop. Burial will be at Causey Cemetery, Bastrop.

Bernice Smith Jackson, 83
CLAYTON — Bernice Smith Jackson, a homemaker, died Tuesday. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at St. Mark Baptist Church, Clayton. Visitation is 6-7 p.m. Friday at the church. Burial will be at Clayton Garden of Rest under the direction of Smith Funeral Home, Monroe.

Marcus Johnson, 50
BASTROP — Marcus Johnson, a Pilgrim Pride employee, died Sunday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at New Star Baptist Church, Collinston. Visitation is 2-6 p.m. at Tennant Funeral Home, Bastrop. Burial will be at Trousdale Hill Cemetery, Collinston.

Geneva Kelly, 74
Geneva Kelly of Monroe, a homemaker died Sunday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at King Solomon Baptist Church, Monroe. Visitation is 6-7 p.m. Friday at Smith Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be at Richwood Memorial Gardens.

David Lane, 49
WISNER — David Lane died Wednesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Beckwith Golden Gate Funeral Home, Tallulah.

Billy Wayne Oliveaux, 49
COLUMBIA — Billy Wayne Oliveaux, a farmer and welder, died Wednesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Riser and Son Funeral Home, Columbia.

Mary Alice Robinson, 66
WINNSBORO — Mary Alice Robinson, a homemaker, died Monday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Gill First National Funeral Home, Winnsboro.

Pearl Robinson, 92
NEWELLTON — Pearl Robinson died Sept. 25. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Beckwith Golden Gate Funeral Home, Tallulah.

Ruth D. Smith, 93
RUSTON — Ruth D. Smith, a homemaker, died Wednesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Ruston.

Lorrie H. Thibodeaux, 53
TRINITY, Texas — Lorrie Hatfield Thibodeaux, formerly of Monroe, died Tuesday. Services are 4 p.m. Friday at Cox Funeral Home, Oak Grove. Visitation is 5-9 p.m. today at the funeral home. Burial will be at New Forest Cemetery.

George Thrower, 35
PINE BLUFF, Ark — George Thrower died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Tennant Family Funeral Home, Farmerville.

Marlisia J. Winslow, 1
WINNSBORO — Marlisia J. Winslow, baby daughter of Lisa and Marcus Winslow, died Friday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at New Macedonia Baptist Church, Gilbert. Visitation is noon-7 p.m. Friday at Richardson Funeral Home, Winnsboro. Burial will be at Gethsemane Memorial Gardens, Winnsboro.

Previously acknowledged
Heltman, Evelyn: 1 p.m. today, Young's Funeral Home, Ferriday.
Palmer, Terry M.: 2 p.m. today, St. Rest Cemetery, Dubach.
Partin, Thomas F: 1 p.m. today, Drew Cemetery, West Monroe.
See, Mary Evelyn: 11 a.m. today, St. Mark's Methodist Church, Swartz

October 6, 2006 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

JOHN EDWARD BOYD Kilpatrick Funeral Home Ruston, LA Funeral services for John Edward Boyd, 65, of Ruston, LA will be 2:00PM Saturday, October 7, 2006 at Trinity United Methodist Church. Officiating will be Rev. Andy Hurst. Interment will be at Pines Memorial Gardens under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home of Ruston, LA. Mr. Boyd passed away on Wednesday, October 4, 2006 in Ruston following a lengthy illness. He was employed for Smurfit-Stone Container for 29 years where he served as a technical director for many years. While at Smurfit-Stone, John received the Chairman's Award for Excellence in 1996. He started a conservation project for wood ducks on the property of the papermill. This project is ongoing today. Mr. Boyd was a member of Trinity United Methodist Church. He is survived by his wife, Linda Boyd of Ruston, LA; daughters, Ann Thompson and husband Russ of Ruston, LA, Susan Boyd and husband Troy Toups of New Orleans, LA, and Emily Boyd of Dallas, TX; sisters, Alma Boyd Guess of Pine Bluff, AR and Janice Boyd Baucum and husband Jack of Monroe, LA; grandchildren, Mary-Arthur Thompson and Henry Thompson of Ruston, LA; sister-in-law, Glenda Futrell of Monroe, LA; mother-in-law, Willie Mae Rogers of Monroe, LA. Memorials may be made to the Arthritis Foundation or to the American Heart Association. Visitation will be 5:00PM until 8:00PM Friday, October 6, 2006, in the Trinity Room at Trinity United Methodist Church. Online messages may be sent to: www.kilpatrickfuneralhome.com

THOMAS B. "TOMMY" BRADLEY Cox Funeral Home Delhi, LA Funeral services for Tommy Bradley, 58, of Delhi, LA will be held at 2:00PM Saturday, October 7, 2006, at the Delhi United Methodist Church. Rev. Joe Hamilton will officiate. Interment will be in the Delhi Masonic Cemetery under the direction of Cox Funeral Home of Delhi. Visitation will be held from 5:00PM until 7:00PM Friday at the Delhi United Methodist Church. Mr. Bradley died Wednesday at M.D. Anderson Hospital in Houston. He was a member and former chairman of the Administrative Board of the Delhi United Methodist Church and was a prominent choir member known for his beautiful voice and inspired vocal presentations. Tommy was a graduate of LA Tech University, a former member of the Delhi Town Council, the Delhi Lions Club and was a financial and banking officer. He is preceded in death by his parents, John and Beatrice Hanks Bradley; a brother, John Bradley; and a brother-in-law, Gary Burnett. He is survived by his loving wife, Henrietta Frazier Bradley of Delhi, LA; one daughter Kacy Terra and her husband Chad, and granddaughter, Landry Kathryn of Plano, TX; two sisters, Bea Broussard and her husband Cecil of New Iberia, LA, and Susie Burnett, of Midland, TX. Numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins also survive Tommy. Pallbearers will be Dr. Jerry Ezell, Dr. Mark Scurria, Dr. Kenny Sehon, Dwight Clarke, Tommy Leoty, Ronnie Strain, Larry Pickett and Doyle McEacharn. Honorary pallbearers will be Rick Bayhi, Joe Mouton, Mike Jones, Corky Robinson, Mike McEacharn, and Mike Thompson. The family requests consideration of Delhi United Methodist Church, P.O. Box 395, or St. Jude's Hospital for any planned memorials. To leave a message of condolence to the family, please visit our web page at www.coxfuneral.com

JACKALENE "JACKIE" CAFFREY Kilpatrick Funeral Home Monroe, LA Funeral services for Ms. Jackalene "Jackie" Caffrey, 61, of Monroe, LA will be held at 2:00PM, Sunday, October 8, 2006, at Kilpatrick Funeral Home Monroe, LA with Rev. Fred Rushing officiating. Burial will follow at Union Cemetery, Marion, LA under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home Monroe, LA. Ms. Caffrey was born February 25, 1945 in Bastrop, LA and passed away October 4, 2006 in Monroe, LA. Ms. Caffrey was a retired registered nurse. She is survived by her mother; Margie Mullins, daughter, Shandy Grisham and husband Joey, Sheri Felton & husband Aubrey; son, Steven Long and wife Linda; grandchildren Jacob and Justin Long, Payton & Luke DelRio, numerous aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends. Pallbearers will be Michael Mullins, Darold Mullins, Max Morrow, Norman McNeil, Cole McNeil and Jason Watkins. Honorary pallbearers will be Evan Mullins, Harold Dartez, Jordan Owens, Jacob Long, and Justin Long. Visitation will be held Saturday from 5:00PM until 8:00PM at Kilpatrick Funeral Home Monroe, LA. Messages of condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com

KITTY BARR MCGEHEE FULLER Kilpatrick Funeral Home Ruston, LA Funeral services for Kitty Barr McGehee Fuller, 63, of Ruston, LA, will be 10:00AM Saturday, October 7, 2006, at Christ Community Church in Ruston, LA. Interment will be at Pines Memorial Gardens under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home of Ruston, LA. Mrs. Fuller passed away on Wednesday, October 4, 2006 in Monroe following a lengthy illness. She retired from The Ruston Daily Leader in advertising. Mrs. Fuller attended Ouachita High School & ULM. She was an active member of Christ Community Church. She is survived by her husband, George James Fuller of Ruston, LA; children, Leith "Lee" Parks Ainsworth and husband Richard of Monroe, LA, Winston C. Matejowsky and wife Brigitte of Ruston, LA, Neal Fuller and wife Christine of Baton Rouge, LA, William Fuller and wife Karen of Houston, TX; stepfather, Harry L. Stone of West Monroe, LA; uncle, Derwood Cann of Monroe, LA; nine grandchildren. Memorials may be made to Christ Community Church Children's Ministry. Pallbearers will be Rick Hohlt, Michael Kolb, Stanley Procell, Shane Parks, Andy Nolan, Chris Andrews, Anthony Yakabowski, and John Ford. Honorary pallbearers will be Dr. Jim Rundell, A.J. Nolan, James Bryan, Durwood Kuhn, Albin Yakabowski, Rodney Irwin, Dr. Claude Irby, and Dale McKnight. Visitation will be 5:00PM until 8:00PM Friday, October 6, 2006 at the funeral home. Online messages may be sent to: www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com

JERRY GLENN GRIGGS, SR. Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Jerry Glenn Griggs, Sr., 67, of West Monroe, LA passed away at his home, surrounded by his family, on Tuesday, October 3, 2006 after a short illness. Services will be held at Mulhearn Funeral Home on Saturday, October 7 at 10:00AM with Bro. Danny McIlveene officiating and Bro. Don Johnson contributing. Graveside services will follow at Hasley Cemetery. Visitation will be today from 5:00PM until 8:00PM. Mr. Griggs was born May 14, 1939, in West Monroe, LA to Dick and Louise Griggs. He was a self-employed equipment broker for the last four years. He retired from Scott Truck & Tractor in 2001, after 35 years of service. He was a member of the Louisiana National Guard and West Monroe Police Auxiliary for more than 10 years each. He was an avid hunter and member of the Caney Bayou Hunting Club. He was a fan of NASCAR and loved to travel, especially to Alaska. He was a devoted family man and caring friend. He will always be remembered for his honesty, integrity, sense of humor, and love of life. He excelled at meeting new people and making new friends. He is preceded in death by his father, Byron "Dick" Griggs. He is survived by his loving wife of over 48 years, Betty Sue Griggs; mother, Louise Griggs; two sons, Jerry Glenn Jr. and wife, Lisa Griggs, and Clint Monroe and wife, Michelle Griggs; one brother, Aubry Wayne and wife, Patsy Griggs; 7 grandchildren, Heidi Griggs, Jessica Griggs, Stormy and husband, Jason Pierce, Ellise and husband, Marty Deseamus, Jerry G. "Trey" Griggs, III, David Griggs, and Joan Griggs; 6 great-grandchildren all of West Monroe, LA; as well as many other close family members and friends. Pallbearers will be Trey Griggs, David Griggs, Dickie Worthey, Ricky Worthey, Ross Thompson, and Joe Roberts. Honorary pallbearers are the members of the Caney Bayou Hunting Club. Many heartfelt thanks are given for the wonderful support provided by Southern Care Hospice, especially Robin. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com

KEVIN MICHAEL MCMILLAN Monroe, LA Kevin Michael McMillan, 49, of Clyde, NC, formerly of Monroe, LA, passed away Sunday, September 24, 2006 at Haywood Hospital in Waynesville, NC. Graveside services were held Wednesday, September 26 at Fines Creek Baptist Church Cemetery, high in the mountains. The Rev. Kathy McAbee officiated. Kevin was born June 6, 1957 in Freeport, TX. He was a graduate of Byrd High School in Shreveport, LA and attended and graduated from the California Institute of Music in Los Angeles, CA. He was a certified gun smith and designed and hand crafted stone jewelry. He was preceded in death by his father, Flem McMillan, Jr. of Sterlington and Monroe, LA. He is survived by his mother, Betty McMillan of Independence, MO, former food editor of The News-Star; his wife, Cathy of Clyde, NC; daughter, Katie; two sisters, Gayle Beler of North Kansas City, MO and Sharon Prince of Southaven, MS; and a brother, Buddy McMillan of Diamond Bar, CA. Memorials may be made to St. Jude's Hospital and to the American Cancer Society.

MRS. M. CAROLINE BLACK PINKSTON Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Mrs. M. Caroline Black Pinkston, 73, of West Monroe, LA was born March 8,1933 in Morrilton, AR, and passed away October 5, 2006 in West Monroe, LA following a lengthy illness. Arrangements are being handled by Kilpatrick Funeral Home-West Monroe. Mrs. Pinkston was a member of Fair Park Baptist Church. She is survived by her husband, Jim Pinkston; daughter; Susan Beck and husband Cliff; 2 granddaughters; Hope Craft and husband Dennis, Jamie Duck and husband Nathan; and 3 great grandchildren. The family would like to send a heartfelt thanks to the doctors, nurses and staff in the Oncology Department at Glenwood Regional Medical Center, and her friends and family of Fair Park Baptist Church, for their prayers and care during her illness. Messages of condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com

LETHA "LEE" FAYE TOLBERT Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road, Monroe, LA Services for Mrs. Letha "Lee" Faye Tolbert, 67, of Monroe, will be 2:00PM, Saturday, October 7, 2006, at Jesus the Good Shepherd Catholic Church, with Rev. Mark Watson officiating. Interment will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Mausoleum under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe, LA. Lee went home to be with her Lord and Savior, October 5, 2006, after a long and courageous battle with cancer. She was born in Monroe, April 29, 1939, and had been a Monroe resident most of her life. Lee had been a real estate agent in Monroe for many years. Next to serving God in her church, Lee's most rewarding work was being a wife, mother and grandmother. Over the years Lee has been blessed to serve God in her church, Jesus the Good Shepherd Catholic Church as head of Eucharist ministers, lector, and in many other ministries. She loved the Lord and was continually looking for opportunities to minister to people. During her treatment at M.D. Anderson Cancer Center, God used her to touch many lives. Even in the midst of her own suffering, God gave her daily opportunities to encourage, pray for, and love people who were going through some of the darkest days of their lives. Not only patients but also the staff felt the strength of her faith in her presence and knew that she was a gift from God, just for them. She was preceded in death by her mother, Dorothy Evelyn Miller and grandmother, Letha Emily Green. She is survived by her husband of 37 years, Vern "Perot" Tolbert; son, Nick Joseph Jungina and wife Pam; daughter, Lisa Gaye Jungina; sisters, Barbara Gaye Duprey and Billie Kay Rachael; and grandchildren, Brian Eskew, Eric Eskew, Nick Jungina, Joshua Jungina and Alexandra Jungina. Pallbearers will be Nick Jungina, Josh Jungina, Brian Eskew, Eric Eskew, Don Spatafora, and Warren Guerriero. Honorary pallbearers will be Dan Henry, Frank Jungina, Gene Perot, and John Pye. Visitation will be from 5:00PM until 8:00PM, Friday, October 6, 2006, at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. A vigil wake service will be at 6:00PM. Memorials may be made to Jesus the Good Shepherd Catholic Church. Online Registry/Condolences may be sent to www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com

James C. Collins, 61
James C. Collins of Monroe, self-employed refinisher, died Monday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Greater New Hope Baptist Church, Monroe. Visitation is 1-6 p.m. today at Miller Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial is at Richwood Memorial Gardens.

Boyd Crenshaw, 66
BASTROP — Boyd Crenshaw, a roofing contractor, died Wednesday. Services are 10 a.m. today at Golden Funeral Home, Bastrop. Visitation is 8 a.m. until service time at the funeral home today. Burial will be at Carter Cemetery, Collinston.

Gloria Jean Dahlhauser, 58
TALLULAH — Gloria Jean Dahlhauser, an insurance billing clerk, died Thursday. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at Crothers-Glenwood Funeral Home, Tallulah. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. today at the funeral home. Burial will be at Memorial Park Cemetery, Tallulah.

Calvin Davis, 52
FARMERVILLE — Calvin Davis died Wednesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Tennant Family Funeral Home, Farmerville.

Shakayla L. Davis, infant
Shakayla Lynn Davis of Monroe, the infant daughter of Veronica and Curtis Davis, died Monday. Graveside services are 9 a.m. today at Powell Avenue Cemetery, Monroe, under the direction of Funerals by McFarland, Monroe.

Donna Ezell, 39
WISNER — Donna Ezell died Thursday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home, Winnsboro.

John Glover, 49
TALLULAH — John Glover, a laborer, died Friday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of McFarland Funeral Home, Delhi.

Foster Gullatt, 78
RUSTON — Foster Gullatt, a retired oil field worker, died Thursday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Ruston.

Flakesha Jackson, 31
LAKE PROVIDENCE — Flakesha Jackson, a homemaker, died Monday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at Cain Ridge No. 2 Baptist Church, Lake Providence. Visitation is 1-7 p.m. today at the funeral home. Burial will be at Gaither Memorial Cemetery, Lake Providence, under the direction of Brannum Funeral Home, Lake Providence.

Mary Jenkins, 43
BASTROP — Mary Jenkins, a Morehouse School Board employee, died Wednesday. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at New Philadelphia Baptist Church. Visitation is 2-6 p.m. today at Tennant Funeral Home, Bastrop. Burial will be at H.V. Adams Cemetery, Bastrop.

Lodie Johnson, 86
DUBACH — Lodie Johnson, a homemaker, died Friday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Funerals by McFarland, Monroe.

Geneva Kelly, 74
Geneva Kelly of Monroe, a homemaker died Sunday. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at King Solomon Baptist Church, Monroe. Visitation is 6-7 p.m. today at Smith Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be at Richwood Memorial Gardens, Monroe.

Irene H. Laird, 83
TALLULAH — Irene H. Laird, a retired cashier, died Wednesday. Services are 10 a.m. today at Crothers-Glenwood Funeral Home, Tallulah. Burial will be at Memorial Park Cemetery, Tallulah.

Ezzie Lee Morgan, 64
COLUMBIA — Ezzie Lee Morgan, a laborer, died Sept. 29. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at St. Peter Baptist Church, Columbia. Visitation is 5-7 p.m. today at the church. Burial will be at St. Paul Cemetery under the direction of Funerals by McFarland, Monroe.

Daniel E. Nyegaard, 94
FARMERVILLE — Daniel E. Nyegaard, a retired carpenter, died Wednesday. Services are 10 a.m. today at Farrar Funeral Home, Farmerville. Burial is at Mount Ararat Cemetery, Downsville.

Billy Wayne Oliveaux, 49
COLUMBIA — Billy Wayne Oliveaux, a farmer and welder, died Wednesday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Bellview Baptist Church, Columbia. Burial will be at Burroughs Garden of Memories Cemetery, Columbia, under the direction of Riser and Son Funeral Home, Columbia.

Jake Owen Raborn, 4
Jake Owen Raborn of West Monroe, child of Staci and Don Raborn, died Thursday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Gladys Fudge Raybun, 76
BASTROP — Gladys Fudge Raybun, a homemaker, died Wednesday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at St. John Baptist Church, Bastrop. Visitation is 7-8 p.m. today at Tennant Funeral Home, Bastrop. Burial will be at Shilo Cemetery, Beekman.

Pearl Robinson, 92
NEWELLTON — Pearl Robinson died Sept. 25. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at Shackleford Missionary Baptist Church, Newellton. Visitation is 5-6 p.m. today at Beckwith Golden Gate Funeral Home, Tallulah. Burial will be at the church cemetery.

Martha Roy, 95
Martha Roy of Monroe, a homemaker, died Friday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at Good Hope Baptist Church, Corey. Visitation is noon-7 p.m. today at Miller Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be at the church cemetery.

Ruth Dillard Smith, 93
RUSTON — Ruth Dillard Smith, a retired secretary for the Soil Conservation Service, died Wednesday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Ruston. Visitation is noon until service time today at the funeral home. Burial will be at Sardis Baptist Church Cemetery near Farmerville.

Renata Stewart, 25
LAKE PROVIDENCE — Renata Stewart, a homemaker, died Tuesday. Services are 1:30 p.m. Sunday at Northstar Baptist Church, Lake Providence. Visitation is noon-5 p.m. Saturday at Harris Funeral Home, Lake Providence. Burial will be at Good Samaritan Cemetery, Lake Providence.

Hugh 'Bill' Taylor, 65
Hugh "Bill" Taylor of Monroe, a retired body shop manager, died Tuesday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Burial will be at Hasley Cemetery, West Monroe.

Barren B. Wallace, 84
Barren B. "Buddy" Wallace of West Monroe, a retired machinist, died Tuesday. Services are 10:30 a.m. today at Pleasant Hill Congregational Church. Graveside services are 2 p.m. at Legion Memorial Cemetery, Newellton, under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Lucinda Washington, 91
TALLULAH — Lucinda Washington died Thursday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Beckwith Golden Gate Funeral Home, Tallulah.

Bennie Mae Watson, 84
Bennie Mae Watson of Monroe, a homemaker, died Sept. 29. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at Miller Funeral Home, Monroe. Visitation is 1-6 p.m. today at the funeral home. Burial will be at Richwood Memorial Gardens.

Previously acknowledged
Cooper, Hugh: 11 a.m. Saturday, Bethel Church of God in Christ, Monroe.
Jackson, Bernice Smith: 2 p.m. Saturday, St. Mark Baptist Church, Clayton.
Johnson, Marcus: 1 p.m. Saturday, New Star Baptist Church, Collinston.
Thibodeaux, Lorrie H.: 4 p.m. today, Cox Funeral Home, Oak Grove.
Winslow, Marlisia J.: 1 p.m. Saturday, New Macedonia Baptist Church, Gilbert

October 7, 2006 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

TRAVIS G. HART Rose-Neath Funeral Home Minden, LA. A Memorial Service for Travis G. Hart will be held at 7P.M. on Monday, October 9, 2006 at First Baptist Church in Minden, LA. with the Rev. Brian Mercer, Rev. Ryan Horton officiating. All arrangements will be handled by Rose-Neath Funeral Home in Minden, LA. Travis was born on November 30, 1974 and has entered into rest after a heroic 6 year battle with Non-Hodgkin's Lymphoma cancer. Even as a child Travis pursued a close relationship with God and was a true example of eternal hope and unfaltering faith. He will forever serve as an inspiration to all. A native of Minden, LA., Travis was a 1992 graduate of Glenbrook High School. Travis was a member of the Southern Arkansas University Football team before transferring to University of Louisiana Monroe and then to Louisiana Tech University in Ruston where he graduated in 2002 with a BS in education. Travis dedicated his life to education and was proud to be an educator at the Louisiana YCP program in Minden. Travis also served as an Educator, Sponsor of the Fellowship for Christian Athletes and Coach at Doyline High School in Doyline, LA. where he served as an example to countless young people. Travis was a spokesperson for Cancer Together, a Baylor Medical Center Program and for Johnson and Johnson's United Way Campaign. Travis was a member of First United Methodist Church Minden and the Singles and Doubles Class. Travis was an active contributor and volunteer participant to the annual Minden St. Jude's fundraiser. Travis was an avid fisherman, outdoorsman and staunch LSU fan who loved life and laughter. Travis is survived by his loving wife and caregiver, Kammie Seffens Hart as well as a host of Family and Friends. Kammie will receive friends at the First United Methodist Church in Minden, LA. in the Wesley Room from 2pm to 5pm on Sunday, October 8. Travis requested to be cremated and a marker will be placed in the Gardens of Memory in Minden, LA. Special thanks to: Dr. Robert Massingil and Staff, Dr. Edward Agura and Staff, Dr. Berry Weinberger, Dr. Kelly Carslile, Dr. David Tyler, Dr. Chris Earndhardt, Dr. Michael Chandler, Sally Bethea FNP, Dr. Charles Lyons, Dr. Charles Byrd, Dr. Jonathan Henderson, Baylor Medical Center Bone Marrow transplant team, LSU Medical Center Bone Marrow transplant team, Minden Medical Center and Home Health and Odysses Hospice Care. In lieu of flowers to please make donations to the Singles and Doubles Class Fund at First United Methodist Church, 903 Broadway, Minden, LA. 71055. These funds will be used to establish the Annual Travis G. Hart Memorial College Scholarship. This scholarship will be awarded to an area high school senior who will be pursuing a career in Education.

MYRTIS CORINNE REESE Gill First National Funeral Home, Winnsboro, LA. Funeral services for Myrtis Reese, 86, of Baskin, LA. will be held at 2:00 P.M. Sunday, October 8, 2006 at Baskin Baptist Church under the direction of Gill First National Funeral Home in Winnsboro with Rev. Marion Spence officiating. Interment will follow in Coax Cemetery. Visitation will be from 5PM until 9PM Saturday at the funeral home. She was born to Christopher and Maude Gregory Tillman on April 25, 1920 in Mangham, LA and passed from this life on October 5, 2006 at Plantation Manor Nursing Home in Winnsboro. Mrs. Reese was a member of Baskin Baptist Church. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband: Coyle Reese; sister: Sybil Johnson; brother J. C. Tillman and a special granddaughter: Bridgette Reese. She is survived by her daughter Carolyn Watson and husband Harold of Auburn, AL; son Frank Marshall Reese and wife JoAnna of Baskin, LA; daughter Claudia Banks and husband Kenny of Winnsboro, LA. two sisters; Beth Ellerbe and Edwina Howard both of Monroe, LA.; six grandchildren, thirteen great grandchildren and one great great grandson. A number of nieces and nephews and friends Pallbearers will be James Wiltshire, Melvin Case, June Long, Charles McDonald, Tim Eubanks and Keary Rogers To sign the guest book on line visit: www.gillfirstnational.com

MR. JAMES C. MONCRIEF Riser Funeral Home,Inc. Funeral services for Mr. James C Moncrief, 92 of Columbia,LA are scheduled for 2PM graveside Sunday at the Columbia Hill Cemetery, with Rev. Eddie Riley officiating. Services are under direction of Riser Funeral Home of Columbia. James Castor Moncrief was born on November 9, 1913 at Hico, LA. to the union of his parents the late Charles Clinton Moncrief and Arrelia Moncrief. He was also preceded in death by his sisters and brothers- Mel & her husband Lance Arthurs, Toliver Moncrief, Felton & his wife Bertie Moncrief, Pat and her husband Lawrence Vanvrankin, Billy & her husband Dan Smalling, and Ilene Moncrief. Mr. Moncrief is survived by a host of nieces and nephews. Friends may call on Sunday from 11AM until 1:40PM at Riser Funeral Home, 7131 U S Highway 165, Columbia, La. Condolences may be sent to the Moncreif family at riserfuneral@aol.com

LETHA "LEE" FAYE TOLBERT Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road, Monroe, LA Services for Mrs. Letha "Lee" Faye Tolbert, 67, of Monroe, will be held at 2:00PM, Saturday, October 7, 2006, at Jesus the Good Shepherd Catholic Church Donations will be accepted at Cross Keys Bank for the Lee Tolbert Memorial Fund. The Celebration of Life Benefit and Fundraiser in honor of Lee Tolbert will be held at Catfish Cabin, Louisville Ave., Monroe, Saturday, October 7, 2006 at 6:30 PM. Please join us for a buffet meal and visitation with the Tolbert family.

Edna M. Layfield Boren, 65
LAKE ST. JOHN — Edna Maxie Layfield Boren died Friday. Services are 2 p.m. Monday at Comer Funeral Home Chapel, Ferriday. Visitation is 5-9 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Monclova Cemetery, Waterproof.

Robert Bradley, 75
Robert James Bradley of Monroe, a forklift operator, died Sunday. Services are 11 a.m. Monday at Smith Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Magnolia Cemetery, Monroe.

Thomas B. Bradley, 58
DELHI — Thomas B. Bradley, a financial loan officer, died Wednesday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Delhi United Methodist Church. Burial will be in Delhi Masonic Cemetery under the direction of Cox Funeral Home, Delhi.

Jackalene Caffrey, 61
Jackalene "Jackie" Caffrey of Monroe, a retired registered nurse, died Thursday. Services are 2 p.m. Sunday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Monroe. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. today at the funeral home. Burial will be in Union Cemetery, Marion.

Billy Wayne Donohue, 25
PIONEER — Billy Wayne "Pork Chop" Donohue, an oilfield driller, died Friday. Services are 2 p.m. Sunday at Cox Funeral Home, Delhi. Visitation is 5-7 p.m. today at the funeral home. Burial will be in Herringville Cemetery, Monticello.

Donna Ezell, 39
GILBERT — Donna Ezell died Thursday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Apostolic Faith Chapel, Gilbert. Visitation is 10 a.m. until service time today at the chapel. Burial will be in Oakley Cemetery in Gilbert under the direction of Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home, Winnsboro.

Jerry Glenn Griggs Sr., 67
Jerry Glenn Griggs Sr. of West Monroe, a self-employed equipment broker, died Tuesday. Services are 10 a.m. today at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Visitation is 9 a.m. until service time today at the funeral home. Burial will be in Hasley Cemetery, West Monroe.

W.D. Ivey, 100
W.D. Ivey of West Monroe, a former school bus driver, died Tuesday. Services are 2:30 p.m. Sunday at Mineral Springs CME Church, Calhoun. Visitation is 5-6:30 p.m. today at Miller Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Parker Town Cemetery, Calhoun.

Norman J. Lancon, 71
GRAYSON — Norman J. "Sonny" Lancon, formerly of Jeanerette and a retired supervisor with Allen Tank, died Friday. Services are 10 a.m. Sunday at Riser Funeral Home, Columbia. Visitation is 3-9 p.m. today at funeral home. Burial will be in Hebron Cemetery west of Grayson.

David Lane, 49
WISNER — David Lane died Wednesday. Services are 1 p.m. Sunday at Mount Zion Church of Christ Holiness, Gilbert. Burial will be in Hope Estate Cemetery in Wisner under the direction of Beckwith Golden Gate Funeral Home, Tallulah.

L.C. Page, 86
OAK RIDGE — L.C. Page, formerly of Rayville, a retired railroad tower agent and television technician, died Thursday. Services are 10 a.m. Monday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Rayville. Visitation is 2-5 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home. Burial will be 3 p.m. Monday in Old Saline Cemetery near Castor.

Dorothy Mae Riley, 52
LAKE PROVIDENCE — Dorothy Mae Riley, a clerk, died Friday. Services are 2 p.m. Sunday at United Pentecostal Church, Lake Providence. Visitation is 8 a.m. until the service time at the church Sunday. Burial will be in Providence Memorial Cemetery under the direction of Cox Funeral Home, Oak Grove.

Clifford C. Scriber, 92
FORT NECESSITY — Clifford C. "Snookes" Scriber, a retired farmer, died Friday. Services are 2 p.m. Sunday at Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home, Winnsboro. Visitation is 5-9 p.m. today at the funeral home.

Willie Marie Smith, 86
CLAYTON — Willie Marie Smith, an operating room technician, died Thursday. Services are 2 p.m. Sunday at Clayton Baptist Church, Clayton. Visitation is 6-10 p.m. today at the church. Burial will be in Old Pine Hill Cemetery, Sicily Island, under the direction of Comer Funeral Home, Ferriday.

Alex Stewart, 37
LAKE PROVIDENCE — Alex Stewart, a homemaker, died Tuesday. Services are 1 p.m. Monday at Progressive Chapel Church, Lake Providence. Visitation is noon-5 p.m. Sunday at Harris Funeral Home, Lake Providence. Burial will be in Gaither Memorial Cemetery.

John Wright Tillman, 81
SHREVEPORT — John Wright Tillman, formerly of Monroe, died Friday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Rose-Neath Funeral Home, Bossier City.

Letha 'Lee' Tolbert, 67
Letha "Lee" Faye Tolbert of Monroe, a real estate agent, died Thursday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Jesus the Good Shepherd Catholic Church, Monroe. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Mausoleum, Monroe, under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe.

Nobie Estelle Toney, 87
Nobie Estelle Toney of Sterlington, a homemaker, died Thursday. Graveside services are 2 p.m. Monday at Good Hope Cemetery, Marion. Visitation is 10 a.m. to noon Monday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Farmerville.

Previously acknowledged
Collins, James C.: 11 a.m. today, Greater New Hope Baptist Church, Monroe.
Cooper, Hugh: 11 a.m. today, Bethel Church of God in Christ, Monroe.
Dahlhauser, Gloria Jean: 2 p.m. today, Crothers-Glenwood Funeral Home, Tallulah.
Jackson, Bernice Smith: 2 p.m. today, St. Mark Baptist Church, Clayton.
Jackson, Flakesha: 1 p.m. today, Cain Ridge No. 2 Baptist Church, Lake Providence.
Jenkins, Mary: 2 p.m. today, New Philadelphia Baptist Church, Bastrop.
Johnson, Marcus: 1 p.m. today, New Star Baptist Church, Collinston.
Kelly, Geneva: 2 p.m. today, King Solomon Baptist Church, Monroe.
Morgan, Ezzie Lee: 2 p.m. today, St. Peter Baptist Church, Columbia.
Raybun, Gladys Fudge: 1 p.m. today, St. John Baptist Church, Bastrop.
Robinson, Pearl: 1 p.m. today, Shackle Ford M.B. Church, Newellton.
Roy, Martha: 1 p.m. today, Good Hope Baptist Church, Corey.
Stewart, Renata: 1:30 p.m. Sunday, Northstar Baptist Church, Lake Providence.
Watson, Bennie Mae: 1 p.m. today, Miller Funeral Home, Monroe.
Winslow, Marlisia J.: 1 p.m. today, New Macedonia Baptist Church, Gilbert

October 8, 2006 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

MEGAN MCCALL MCKNIGHT Memorial Services Megan was born in Eureka, California on December 26, 1989. She passed away on September 16, 2006 at St. Jude's Cancer Research Hospital in Memphis, TN. after an eight-month battle with Leukemia. Megan was the daughter of Paul and Kaye McKnight, founders of the Sober Nest Recovery Homes in Monroe, LA. Despite her illness, Megan also worked very hard at these homes. She was always busy at helping others with their general needs. Megan attended Cypress Point Elementary School before moving to West Monroe where she attended Woodlawn Elementary School,, Calhoun Middle School and West Ouachita High School. Due to her Downs Syndrome. Megan was able to achieve higher standards than what was expected. She was the only one that did not know that she actually had Downs Syndrome. One of her favorite activities was going to Fast Track Speedway in Chatham, LA., where she came to watch her dad race weekly. Because of her dedication to the drivers, they have dedicated the Spooky 50 Race in her honor on October 21, 2006. Her three favorite drivers were Bubba Mullins, Doug Murphy, and Steve Howard, leaving her dad in fourth place. Megan also enjoyed Mt. Vernon's Youth Group and playing basketball on their teams. She was able to attend her very first high school prom, which was one of the biggest highlights of her life just before her illness. Megan taught many people the real meaning of unconditional love. She found good in everyone and everything. Because she was so special to all of us, we, the McKnight family are asking everyone to please come and help us celebrate her memorial service that will be uplifting and untraditional - as Megan was. Memorial service will be held at Mt. Vernon Baptist Church, 8 miles out on Jonesboro Road, (look for sign and turn left - just before Woodlawn Elementary School) on Tuesday, October 10, 2006 at 6:00 p.m. Because of Megan's love for flowers and plants, we are requesting that you bring a live plant to be planted in her garden or bring finger foods and pastries for the fellowship that will take place after the service. If anyone would like to make a donation to help offset her expenses due to the lengthy illness, it can be made to Capital One Bank - Kaye McKnight Building Fund - Account # 5730719878. Megan leaves behind her loving parents, four brothers, four sisters, and a host of aunts, uncles, cousins, and most of all her loving aunt Edith Tidwell. The McKnight family would like to extend warm thanks to everyone that helped us get through this difficult time.

BENNIE IRVIN MURRAY Southern Funeral Home Kilpatrick Funeral Home Winnfield, LA Mr. Bennie Irvin Murray, age 72, of Winnfield, LA, passed away Friday, October 6, 2006, at the Winn Parish Medical Center in Winnfield, LA. Mr. Murray was retired from Plum Creek, where he served as a superintendent. He was a member of Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, where he served as executive secretary of the Winnfield Ward. Mr. Murray served in the Gulf State Missions as Young Men's President. He served his country in the United States Marine Reserve. He was also a member of Ducks Unlimited, the NRA, and was an avid hunter and fisherman. He was the son of the late Willie Murray and the late Nellie (Pratt) Murray. He is survived by his wife of 53 years, Mildred Murray of Winnfield, LA; one son, Monte I. Murray and wife Neica of Winnfield, LA; three daughters, Vicky M. Keiffer of Winnfield, LA, Kathy M. Swisher and husband Ron of Wilton, NH, Sonya M. Tenczynski and husband John of Dallas, TX; one sister, Geraldine Chandler of Haughton, LA; ten grandchildren, Michael Fredieu and wife Jennifer, Courtney Grantadams and husband Steve, Nicholas Fredieu and fiancee Perri, Jennifer Keiffer and fiancee Nathan, Benji Carpenter and wife Wendy, Kristan Hutchinson and husband Benji, Brent Murray and fiancee Delinda, Dustin Fredieu and wife Erin, Kyle Murray, and Ragan Carpenter; twelve great-grandchildren, Brett Keiffer, Jacob Fredieu, Paige Vail, Phillip Fredieu, Cami Vail, Connor Fredieu, Cody Bingham, Isabelle Fredieu, Stormy Carpenter, Drew Hutchinson, Iva Fredieu, and Bradon Fredieu. A Host of Nephews and Nieces. Services are under the direction of Southern Funeral Home of Winnfield, LA, where the family will receive friends from 4:30PM to 9:00PM Saturday, October 7, 2006 and from 10:00AM to 2:00PM Sunday, October 8, 2006. Funeral services will be held at Southern Funeral Home at 2:00PM Sunday, October 8, 2006, with Bro. Ronnie Taylor officiating. Interment will be at Garden Of Memories Cemetery in Winnfield, LA. To express messages of condolence online, visit www.southernfuneralhome.com Rayville, LA

L.C. PAGE, Services for Mr. L C Page, 86, of Oak Ridge, LA, formally of Rayville, LA will be 10:00AM Monday, Oct. 9, 2006 at Mulhearn Funeral Home Chapel, Rayville, LA with Minister Waymon Swain assisted by Bro. Buddy Frost officiating with interment services to follow in Old Saline Cemetery near Castor, LA at 3:00PM, under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Rayville, LA. Mr. Page was a member of Central Church of Christ in Bastrop, LA. Ministers Waymon Swain and Joe Nichols. He was also a World War II Navy Veteran and a recipient of the Bronze Star for his valor in the line of duty. He was a retired Railroad Tower Agent for Illinois Central Railroad. He was also one of the first Television technician in Northeast Louisiana. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife Belver Page; two daughters, Janice Lynn Page and Sharon Louise Page; and two brothers, R V Page and Thelmer Page. He is survived by two daughters, Linda Swain and her husband Lloyd of Oak Ridge, LA and Karen Keller and her husband Rick of Sterlington, LA; grandchildren, Rhonda Crews, Chris Swain, Kelly Cook and Quaid Keller; 9 great grandchildren; 2 great great grandchildren; and one sister Gladys Hunt of Hawaii. Pallbearers will be Lloyd Swain, Rick Keller, Quaid Keller, Chris Swain, Randall Crews, Wilson Cook and Josh Skipper. Visitation will be from 2:00PM until 5:00PM Sunday, Oct. 8, 2006 at the funeral home. Online registry/condolences at www.mulhearnfuneralhome .com

SARAH TUMINELLO TICHELI Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road, Monroe, LA Services for Mrs. Sarah Tuminello Ticheli, 91, of Monroe, LA, will be at 10:00AM, Monday, October 9, 2006, at Jesus the Good Shepherd Catholic Church, with Rev. Mark Watson officiating. Interment will be in St. Matthew Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe, LA. Mrs. Ticheli was born September 17, 1915, in Chatawa, MS to her parents, Constance and James Tuminello, raised in Hammond, LA and lived in Monroe, LA for seventy-two years. She died October 7, 2006, in Monroe, LA. She attended St. Matthew Catholic Church in Monroe, LA for many years and later became one of the founding members of St. Joseph's Catholic Church in Monroe, where she served as a faithful member for more than 45 years. She was a lifetime member of the Catholic Daughters of America and a member of St. Joseph's Altar Society. For many years she cooked for many church functions. She was a beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and friend. She loved to cook for her family every Sunday. Her meals will truly be missed along with the special love she had with her family. She was preceded in death by her husband, Frank Paul Ticheli; parents, Constance and James Tuminello; brothers, John, Frank and Ben Tuminello; sisters, Rosa Ippolito and Jenny Ippolito; and son-in-law, Frank Jungina, Sr. She is survived by her children, Mona Ticheli Alderman and husband Pete of West Monroe, LA and Connie Ticheli Jungina and Tony F. Ticheli of Monroe, LA; sister, Antoinette T. Ticheli of Monroe, LA; sister-in-law, Dollie Sweet of Monroe, LA; grandchildren, Frankie Jungina and wife Rhonda of Monroe, LA, Greg Jungina and wife Suzy of Austin, TX, David Jungina and wife Laura of Monroe, LA, Theresa Jungina Franklin and husband Terry of McKinney, TX, Jeff Alderman of West Monroe, LA, Sara Alderman Tanner and husband Ronnie of Covington, LA; great-grandchildren, Jared Jungina Vincent, Jessica Jungina Vincent, Matthew Walker, Megan Tanner, Corinne Tanner, Scott Tanner, Isaac Jungina, Kara Franklin, Amy Franklin, Gracie Franklin, Jarrod Surratt, Austin Allen, Taylor Jordan, Breanna Jordan, and McKenzie Jordan; and many loving nieces, nephews and friends. Pallbearers will be James Ticheli, Adam Ticheli, Ken Washer, Tommy Gardner, Harvey Sweet, and Anthony Ardito. Visitation will be from 5:00PM until 7:00PM, Sunday, October 8, 2006, at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. A vigil wake service will be at 6:00PM. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome .com

JOHN WRIGHT TILLMAN Rose-Neath Funeral Home Bossier City, LA Mr. John Wright Tillman, 81, formerly of Monroe, LA, died Friday, October 6, 2006 in Shreveport, LA. Services will be held at 2:30PM Sunday, October 8, 2006 at Barksdale United Methodist Church with Rev. Paul C. Carroll, Sr. officiating, pastor of Barksdale United Methodist Church. There will be a graveside service at 10:00AM Monday, October 9, 2006 at Monroe Memorial Park Cemetery with Rev. Joe Solomon officiating under the direction of Rose-Neath Funeral Home of Bossier City, LA. Mr. Tillman was a retired controller from Bordon Dairy. He was a member of Barksdale United Methodist Church and also served his country during WWII in the 70th Infantry Division. He is preceded in death by his first wife, Oneita P. Tillman; parents, Clee and Alva Tillman; brothers, his unnamed infant twin, Clee Tillman, Jr., Walter Lee; sisters, Marjorie Tillman and Marie T. Kulcke. Survivors include: wife, Judy Woods Tillman of Shreveport, LA; daughters, Pollye S. Tillman of Monroe, LA, Beverly T. Sanders and husband, David of Blanchard, LA, Barbara T. Landry of Dallas, TX; stepdaughter, Kimberly Adkins and husband, Phillip of Shreveport, LA; stepson, Shawn Willis of Heflin, LA; sister, Josie Carroll of Ruston, LA; grandchildren, Ben Sanders of Blanchard, LA, Caroline Adkins of Shreveport, LA, Zachary Willis of Heflin, LA, Kelly Willis of Castor, LA and numerous nieces and nephews. Pallbearers will be David Sanders, Ben Sanders, Shawn Willis, Zachary Willis, Greg McCarter, Dale Carroll, Danny Carroll and Phillip Adkins. Honorary Pallbearers will be Don Hensley, Ed Allen, Dan Resendez and Doug Ginn. The family would like to thank his caregiver, Peggy Procell, Dr. Jeff White, Dr. Stephen Kilpatrick, Dr. Randy White and Dr. Huan Le and their staff. Memorials may be made to Barksdale United Methodist Church, the American Heart Association or to the donor's choice.

ESTELLE TONEY Kilpatrick Funeral Home Farmerville, LA Nobie Estelle Toney of Sterlington, LA, was born on August 15, 1919, in Moro Bay, AR, she passed away on October 5, 2006. Graveside services will be held at 2:00PM Monday, October 9, 2006 at Good Hope Cemetery near Marion, LA. Visitation will be from 10:00AM to 12:00 Noon before service at Kilpatrick Funeral Home in Farmerville, LA. Officiating will be Rev. Paul McComack, under direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home. She was preceded in death by her loving husband of 57 years Curtis D. Toney, daughters; Mary Magdelene Bowen and Alice Stires. Survived by her sons, Curtis Harold Toney and wife DiAnn of Alta Loma, CA; Richard Toney of Riverside, CA; daughters, Brenda Hall Bowen of Sterlington, LA; grandsons, Cecil A. Tackett and wife Pamela of Spencer, LA; Curtis Lovell Tacket and wife Laurie of Manor, TX; Brian Stires and wife Cindy of Sterlington, LA; John Wesley Stires and wife Ann of Simi Valley, CA; Curtis Ray Nichols and wife Susan of Dunn, NC; Vern Breland and wife Melissa of Sterlington, LA; Michael Breland and wife Jerri of Spearsville, LA; Rick Toney of Alto Loma, CA. Granddaughters, Cherie Miller of Marion, LA; Robin Smilor and husband Michael of Alto Loma, CA; Debbie Reitzell and husband Ray of Clarks; Kathy Allen and husband Randall of Coats, NC; Toni Thompson and husband Randy of Sterlington, LA, numerous great-grandchildren and great-greatgrandchildren, numerous nieces and nephews. Messages may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes .com

Jamie 'Miss Polly' Jordan, 86
Jamie "Miss Polly" Jordan, formerly of the Aulds Chapel/Calhoun community, a homemaker, died Friday. Services are 1 p.m. Monday at Aulds Chapel Baptist Church, West Monroe. Burial will be in Aulds Chapel Cemetery under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Visitation is 11 a.m.-1 p.m. at the church.

Jake Owen Raborn, 4
Jake Owen Raborn of West Monroe died Thursday. Services are 2:30 p.m. today at First Baptist Church, West Monroe. Burial will be in Roselawn Memorial Gardens, Calhoun, under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Myrtis Reese, 86
BASTROP — Myrtis Reese, a homemaker, died Thursday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Baskin Baptist Church. Burial will be in Coax Cemetery under the direction of Gill First National Funeral Home, Winnsboro.

John T. Smith, 68
RUSTON — John T. Smith, a truck driver, died Saturday. Services are 2 p.m. Monday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Ruston. Burial will be in Vienna Cemetery, Vienna. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Sunday.

Mamie E. Trunzler, 93
JONESVILLE — Mamie E. Trunzler died Saturday. Services are 10 a.m. Monday at St. Girods Catholic Church. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. today at the church under the direction of Young's Funeral Home, Jonesville.

Previously acknowledged
Bradley, Robert: 11 a.m. Monday, Smith Funeral Home, Monroe.
Caffrey, Jackalene: 2 p.m. today, Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Monroe.
Donohue, Billy Wayne: 2 p.m. today, Cox Funeral Home, Delhi.
Ivey, W.D.: 2:30 today, Mineral Springs CME, Calhoun.
Lancon,Norman J.: 10 a.m. today, Riser Funeral Home, Columbia.
Page, L.C.: 10 a.m. Monday, Mulhearn Funeral Home, Rayville.
Riley, Dorothy Mae: 2 p.m. today, United Pentecostal Church, Lake Providence.
Scriber, Clifford C.: 2 p.m. today, Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home, Winnsboro.
Smith, Willie Marie: 2 p.m. today, Clayton Baptist Church, Clayton.
Stewart, Renata: 1:30 p.m. today, Northstar Baptist Church, Lake Providence.
Stewart, Alex: 1 p.m. Monday, Progressive Chapel Church, Lake Providence.
Toney, Nobie Estelle: 2 p.m. Monday, Good Hope Cemetery, Marion

October 9, 2006 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

October 10, 2006 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

MRS. LILLIE SMITH RINICKER West Monroe, LA Services for Mrs. Lillie Smith Rinicker, 97, of West Monroe, LA, formerly of Lake Providence, LA, will be 2:00PM Tuesday, Oct. 10, 2006 at Cox Funeral Home, Lake Providence, LA with Bro.Calton Yeager and Bro. Charles Holstead officiating. Mrs. Rinicker was born Sept. 14, 1909 in Haynesville, LA, and went to be with her Lord Oct. 7, 2006. Mrs. Rinicker was a member of Ridge Avenue Baptist Church in West Monroe, LA. Mrs. Rinicker was a loving and devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and friend. She lived a long and happy life and always put her family and her faith in God first. She will be dearly missed by her family and many friends. She was preceded in death by her husband of 55 years, Prentice E. Rinicker and a special grandson Andrew Lowery Rinicker. She is survived by her son, Dale Rinicker and wife Jimmie Gail, of West Monroe, LA; daughters, Janet Chancellor and husband Leo, of Monroe, LA, Myra McDonald and husband Larry, of West Monroe, LA; grandchildren, Edwin Moulder and wife Gail of Monroe, LA, Gale Danner and husband Scott, Amy Kane and husband Dusty, of West Monroe, LA, Sandy Rinicker and wife Bethany of Maryville, TN, Shelly Rizzotti and husband Chris, of Burbank, CA; great-grandchildren, Chad Moore, Nicole Jackson and husband David, Elizabeth Moulder, Christopher Corrent of Monroe, LA, Terri Hemphill and husband Charlie, Trey Vocker, of West Monroe, LA, Garrett Rinicker of Ruston, LA, Hallee Rinicker, Mattie Rinicker of Maryville, TN; great great-grandchildren, Shelby Moore, Josh Moore, of Monroe, LA. Special sister-in-law and best friend, Mary "Moot" Rinicker of West Monroe, LA. Pallbearers will be Edwin Moulder, Dusty Kane, Chad Moore, Christopher Corrent, Jamie Modisette and Gary Parker. Honorary Pallbearers will be Trey Vocker and Elizabeth Moulder. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the "Fellowship Class" of Ridge Avenue Baptist Church, 1009 Ridge Avenue, West Monroe, LA 71291.

THOMAS "MAC" MAXWELL SUTTON Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Graveside services for Mr. Thomas "Mac" Sutton, 89, will be 11:00AM, Wednesday, October 11, 2006 at Beulah Cemetery in Calhoun, LA under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home of West Monroe. Officiating will be Reverend Butch McGee. Mr. Sutton was born on January 3, 1917 in Baskin, LA and passed away on October 8, 2006 in West Monroe, LA. Mac was retired from Tennessee Gas as a gas operator after forty years of service. He was also a veteran of World War II having served in the Army as an ammunition handler and received the Bronze Star three times. He was preceded in death by his four brothers, two sisters and parents. Survivors included his wife of 37 years: Geneva Inez Bryan Sutton; sons: Gerald Griggs of West Monroe, LA, Kenneth Griggs and wife Stephanie of Hiram, GA; daughter, Linda Futch and husband Johnny of Monroe, LA; four grandchildren and five great grandchildren; two sisters, Janice and Inez. Pallbearers will be Johnny Futch, Ryan Griggs, Adam Wharton, Chase Gonzales and Kain Allison. Visitation will be Tuesday, October 10, 2006 from 5:00PM until 8:00PM at Kilpatrick Funeral Home of West Monroe. Online condolence messages may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes. com

Willie Parrish Barr, 96
ATLANTA — Willie "Bill" Parrish Barr, a retired teacher, died Monday. Services are at 2 p.m. Wednesday at Atlanta Baptist Church, Atlanta. Burial will be in Garden of Memories Cemetery, Winnfield, under the direction of Southern Funeral Home, Winnfield.

Zelma C. Berry, 88
WINNSBORO — Zelma C. Berry, a retired schoolteacher, died Monday. Services are 10 a.m. Wednesday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Winnsboro. Visitation is 6-8 p.m today at the funeral home. Burial will be in New Winnsboro Cemetery, Winnsboro.

Maude Gertrude Franks, 99
MARION — Maude Gertrude Franks, a homemaker, died Saturday. Services are 1 p.m. today at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Burial is in Twin Cities Memorial Gardens, West Monroe.

Catherine A. Messina, 79
Catherine Adragna Messina of Monroe, a homemaker, died Monday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe.

Johnnie Faye Migues, 62
HEFLIN — Johnnie Faye "Nonnie" Migues, a Blazer Construction employee, died Sunday. Services are at 11 a.m. Wednesday at St. Paul Catholic Church, Minden. Visitation will be 5-8 p.m. today with the Vigil at 6 p.m. at the funeral home. Graveside services will be at Bistineau Cemetery, Heflin under the direction of Rose-Neath Funeral Home, Minden.

Vertie Mae Miller, 86
Vertie Mae Miller of Monroe, a homemaker, died Sunday. Services are 10 a.m. Wednesday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Lamy Lane, Monroe. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. today at the funeral home. Burial will be in Rhymes Cemetery, Monroe.

Mildred Daniel Pearson, 84
Mildred Daniel Pearson of Monroe, a homemaker, died Monday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe.

William C. Petty, 63
DEBERRY, Texas — William C. Petty, owner of LPS Electric in Monroe and plant manager for Reliance Electric in Shreveport, died Saturday. Services are 10 a.m. Wednesday at Kilpatrick's Rose-Neath Southside Funeral Home, Shreveport. Visitation will be from 6-8 p.m. today at the funeral home. Burial will be in Panola Mount Zion Cemetery, Panola Texas, at 12:30 p.m.

Eula Pullen, 94
JONESVILLE — Eula Pullen died Monday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Young's Funeral Home, Ferriday.

Calvin Sheppard, 75
Calvin Sheppard of Monroe, a woodcutter, died Thursday. Services are 11 a.m. Wednesday at Riverside Baptist Church, Monroe. Visitation is 1-5 p.m. today at Miller Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Magnolia Cemetery, Monroe.

Ora Belle Stuart, 87
TALLULAH — Ora Belle Stuart, a homemaker, died Sunday. Graveside services are 3 p.m. Wednesday at Memorial Park Cemetery, Lake Providence. Visitation is 1-2:15 Wednesday at Crothers-Glenwood Funeral Home, Tallulah.

William Tatum, 87
FARMERS BRANCH, Texas — William Tatum, formerly of West Monroe, a retired plumber/steamfitter, died Monday. Services are 10 a.m. Wednesday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. today at the funeral home. Burial will be in Twin Cities Memorial Gardens.

Dorothy Tidwell, 91
WISNER — Dorothy Tidwell died Sunday. Services are 2 p.m. Wednesday at Kendricks Ferry Pentecostal Church, Wisner. Visitation is 5-9 p.m. today at the church. Burial will be in Old Pine Hills Cemetery, Sicily Island, under the direction of Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home, Winnsboro.

Pearlie Mae Whitmore, 76
BASTROP — Pearlie Mae Whitmore died Thursday. Services are 11 a.m. Friday at Second Missionary Baptist Church, Bastrop. Visitation is noon-5 p.m. Thursday at Miller Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Marion Baptist Church Cemetery, Marion.

Previously acknowledged
Arnold, Robert Lee: 2 p.m. today, Melbourne Baptist Church, Transylvania.
Murry, William Aubrey: 2 p.m. today, Bethel Baptist Church, Bastrop.
Rinicker, Lillie Smith: 2 p.m. today, Cox Funeral Home, Lake Providence.
Spurlock, Crawford Eldridge "Butch": 1 p.m. today, Golden Funeral Home, Bastrop

October 11, 2006 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

ZELMA C.BERRY Mulhearn Funeral Home Winnsboro, LA Funeral services for Zelma C. Berry, age 88 of Winnsboro will be at 10:00AM Wednesday, Oct. 11, 2006 at the Mulhearn Funeral Home Chapel in Winnsboro, LA with Rev. Hank Hamilton officating. Burial will be in the New Winnsboro Cemetery under the directions of Mulhearn Funeral Home. She is preceded in death by her brothers & sisters, Sarah Evelyn Berry, C.W. Berry, Jr., Thelma Berry (twin sister); and Judge Benjamin I. Berry. Survivors include her cousins, Jimmy A. Guice, & Johnny M. Guice of Winnsboro, LA Catherine L. Franks of Shreveport, LA; two nephews James W. Berry of Rayville, La. and Charles W. Berry of Alexandria, La. Pallbearers will be Brad Guice, Jeb Guice, Dr. George Gowan, Tommy Womble, Daniel Robinson, and Rob Franks.

MRS. ORLEAN ROGERS BOYD Kilpatrick Funeral Home Monroe, LA Graveside services for Mrs. Orlean Rogers Boyd, 89, of Monroe, LA will be held at 2:00PM Thursday, October 12, 2006 at Monroe Memorial Park with Rev. Terry Slawson officiating, under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home Monroe, LA. Mrs. Boyd was born June 17, 1917 in Eros, LA. and died October 10, 2006 in West Monroe, LA. Mrs. Boyd will be remembered as a loving wife and grandmother. Mrs. Boyd was preceded in death by her husband, Victor Boyd; and her grandson, Joel Rundell. Survivors include her children, Sandra Haddad and Sharon Rundell and husband Jim; two grandchildren, Jason Haddad and wife Lori and Heather Haddad; three great grandchildren, Hunter Haddad, Ethan Haddad and Elijah Haddad. Visitation will be held from 5:00PM until 8:00PM Wednesday, October 11, 2006 at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Monroe, LA. Online message may be sent for the family to www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes .com

GLORIA "KAY" POPE CARR Crothers-Glenwood Funeral Home Tallulah, LA Mrs. Gloria "Kay" Pope Carr, age 67, died on October 9, 2006 after a life long battle with kidney disease. Kay passed away at her home in Bossier City, LA. Left to honor her memory are her daughter, Daphne and son-in-law Ted Griffin; granddaughter Sarah Elizabeth, all of Haughton, LA; son Bruce Randolph, daughter-in-law, Donna Adams and granddaughter, Sumer Danielle of Laurel, MS; sister, Carlene and brother-in-law, Bob Adcock of Knoxville, TN; several nieces and nephews; as well as many beloved friends. Visitation is in Bossier City on Wednesday, October 11, 2006 at Rose-Neath Funeral Home from 5:00PM to 8:00PM. Graveside services will be held on Thursday at 11:00AM at Legion Cemetery in Newellton under direction of Crothers-Glenwood Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, please make contributions to the National Kidney Foundation.

CATHERINE ADRAGNA MESSINA Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road, Monroe, LA Services for Mrs. Catherine Adragna Messina 79, of Monroe, LA, will be at 10:00AM, Thursday, October 12, 2006, at Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Church, with Rev. Sebastian Kallarackal officiating. Interment will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Mausoleum under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe, LA. Mrs. Messina was born April 8, 1927, in Monroe, LA and died October 9, 2006, in Monroe, LA. She was a member of Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Church, Our Lady of Fatima Altar Society, Pioneers Club, and Con Fraternity of Christian Mothers. She was preceded in death by her parents, John and Frances Adragna. She is survived by her husband of 55 years, Carey M. Messina of Monroe, LA; sons and daughters-in-law, Carey J. and Jolie Messina of Baton Rouge, LA, and John A. and Rene Messina of Monroe, LA; daughters and son-in-law, Cathy M. and Don Trichel of Monroe, LA and Lisa F. Messina of Monroe, LA; grandchildren, Ryan Trichel, Laura Catherine Trichel, Emily Rose Messina, Nathalie Elizabeth Messina, John Thomas Messina, and Catherine Mary Messina; and numerous cousins and friends. Pallbearers will be John P. Cruz, Frank Bruscato, Tony Bruscato, Jimmy Balsamo, Jr., Ryan Trichel, and John Thomas Messina. Honorary pallbearers will be Mike Roberts, Victor Zagone, and Thomas H. Mulhearn, III. Visitation will be from 5:00PM until 8:00PM, Wednesday, October 11, 2006, at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. A vigil wake service will be at 6:00PM with a Rosary to follow. Memorials may be made to Our Lady of Fatima Altar Society or St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome .com

LEROY STERN Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road, Monroe, LA Services for Mr. LeRoy Stern, 78, of Monroe, LA, will be at 11:00AM, Wednesday, October 11, 2006, in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe, with Rabbi Barry Block officiating. Interment will be in the Jewish Cemetery. Mr. Stern, the retired owner of Stern ChemTech Corporation, was born September 23, 1928, in Monroe, LA and died October 9, 2006, in Monroe, LA. He was a member of Bayou Desiard Country Club, Rotary Club where he was a Paul Harris Fellow, Barak Shrine Temple, Graham Surghner Masonic Lodge #383, and Temple B'Nai Israel. He served on Louisiana Purchase Gardens and Zoo Board and Crime Stoppers Board. He was the founder of Twin City Gun and Skeet Club and founder and president of CSA: Chemical Specialty Associates. He was an avid golfer, card player and LSU supporter. Family and education was always so important to LeRoy. As a young man, his family was known as "STERN The Musical Family" which included his mother, father, and brothers. He attended LSU and was a member of Zeta Beta Tau fraternity. During World War II, he served in the United States Air Force Intelligence. Mr. Stern is survived by his wife, Marilyn Strauss Stern; son, Lee Stern; daughters and sons-in-law, Lisa Stern and Dr. Steve Crawford and Beth Solmson and Rick A. Cole; brother Louis Stern; grandchildren Will, Leah and Ben Crawford, Dustin, Nathan and Kyle Cole, and Molly Vaughn; niece, Kathy Rabin; nephews, Mike and Mark Stern; and many cousins and friends. Pallbearers will be Dr. Steve Crawford, Rick Cole, Saul Mintz, Dr. Bob Sarama, Mike Stern, and Neil Rabin. Honorary pallbearers will be Will Crawford, Ben Crawford, Dustin Cole, Nathan Cole, and Kyle Cole. Visitation will be from 9:30AM until 11:00AM, Wednesday, October 11, 2006, at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe, LA. In appreciation, the family wishes to thank Hospice Care of Louisiana and Harris Personal Care Service with a special thanks to Jerry Harris, Demetria Frazier, and Brooksie Bailey. Memorials may be made to Dr. and Mrs. Gene Burke Fund for Lymphoma Research, M.D. Anderson Research Center, P.O. Box 4486, Houston, TX 77210-4486 or your favorite charity. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome .com

WILLIAM THOMAS TATUM Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral services for William Thomas Tatum, 87, of Farmers Branch, TX, formerly of West Monroe, LA will be held at 10:00AM Wednesday, October 11, 2006 in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home in West Monroe, LA with Rev. Larry Linson officiating. Burial will be in the Twin Cities Memorial Gardens in West Monroe, LA. Mr. Tatum died October 9, 2006 in Farmers Branch, TX. He was a veteran of the United States Navy serving during WWII. Mr. Tatum is preceded in death by his wife Thelma Tatum. Survivors include his sons, James E. Tatum, W. Don Tatum and wife Nancy, and Kenneth Wayne Tatum; grandchildren, Brian Tatum, Kevin Tatum, Denise Tatum and Donna Tatum Johnson; great grandchildren, Kyle, Jamie, Nicholas, Dylan, and Ryan; brother, Henry Tatum; sister, Florence Skains; loving companion, Robbie Broyles. Pallbearers will be Brian Tatum, Kevin Tatum, Monty Pinton, Roger Pinton, and Gene Terral. Visitation will be from 9:00AM until service time Wednesday. Memorials may be made to the Edgewood Baptist Church in West Monroe, LA. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome .com

Josephine Bowman, 72
FARMERVILLE — Josephine Bowman, a homemaker, died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Funerals by McFarland, Monroe.

Ju'Kory D. Cage, 16
GRAMBLING — Ju'Kory D. Cage, a student, died Oct. 5. Services are 2 p.m Thursday at Zion Travelers Baptist Church, Ruston. Visitation is noon-6 p.m. today at Miller Funeral Home, Ruston. Burial will be in St. Rest Baptist Church Cemetery, Choudrant.

Calvin Davis, 57
RUSTON — Calvin Davis, a mechanic, died Oct. 4. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Farmerville.

Zola Freeman, 55
Zola Freeman of Monroe, a homemaker, died Sunday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Funerals by McFarland, Monroe.

Willie Germany, 79
WATERPROOF — Willie Germany, a homemaker, died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville.

Charles Hodge, 77
Charles "Charlie" Hodge of West Monroe, a retired warehouse operator, died Monday. Graveside services are 2 p.m. today at Hasley Cemetery, West Monroe under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Henry Lee Jenkins, 44
Henry Lee Jenkins of Monroe, a laborer, died Monday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Funerals by McFarland, Monroe.

Johnnie Jenkins, 50
RAYVILLE — Johnnie Jenkins, a former mechanic, died Friday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville.

Amy Johnson, Infant
OLLA — Amy Ann Elizabeth Johnson, infant daughter of Jonathan and Casey Richardson Johnson, died Tuesday. Graveside services are 10 a.m. Thursday at the Olla Cemetery. Visitation is 8:30 —9:45 a.m. Thursday at the Riser Funeral Home, Columbia.

Mary Johnson, 54
TALLULAH — Mary Johnson, a homemaker, died Saturday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at New Hope Deliverance Center, Tallulah. Burial will be in New Oakwood Cemetery, Tallulah.

Adell Jones, 66
RAYVILLE — Adell Jones, a correctional office