February - 2007 - Obituaries from The News-Star
February 1, 2007 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201
JAMES"JIMMY" CORLEY SR., Cox Funeral Home Oak Grove, LA Funeral services for James "Jimmy"; Ronald Corley Sr, age 62 of Oak Grove La., will be 3:00PM Friday, February 2, 2007 at the Immanuel Christian Fellowship Church, Oak Grove, La. with Rev. Stowe Harbin officiating. Interment will be in the Oak Grove City Cemetery. Services are under the direction of Cox Funeral Home of Oak Grove. Visitation will be at the Immanuel Christian Fellowship Church Thursday & Friday. He is Preceded in death by his parents: DeWitt Clinton Corley Sr. & James Juanita Corley; 3 brothers: DeWitt C. Corley Jr., Robert L. Corley, Larry R. Corley; 2 sisters: Beverly King & Sandra Kelly. Jimmy is survived by his wife: Connie Corley of Oak Grove, La; daughter: Paula King & husband Keven of Alsatia, La.; daughter: Lisa Stacy & husband Dennis "Dinky"; of Oak Grove, Louisiana; daughter: Jamie "Bunny"; Fletcher & husband Robert of Translyvania, La.; son: James "Bubba"; Corley Jr. of Oak Grove, Louisiana; son: Thomas Corley & wife Mellissa of Oak Grove, La.; brother: Marvin Corley of Helena, Montana; 3 sisters: Deana Bell of Oak Grove, La., Audrey Keen of Munster, Indiana, & Faye Anderson of Corpus Christi, Texas; 9 Grandchildren; Numerous nieces & nephews. Pallbearers will be: Jeremy Ferrell, Phillip Burch, Dion Auger, James Bell, Richard Yates, Chance Yates, Randy Corley, Brent Corley.
OLEAVIA (CRICKET) NOLAN GREEN Kilpatrick Funeral Home Farmerville, LA Funeral Services for Mrs. Oleavia (Cricket) Nolan Green, 93, of Farmerville, LA, will be held at 10:00 a.m. Friday, February 2, 2007 at Antioch Baptist Church. Officiating will be Rev. Roger Johnson and Rev. Kurt Auger. Interment will follow in Antioch Cemetery under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home in Farmerville, LA. Mrs. Green was a nurse for Dr. Wadlington and Union General Hospital over the past 25 years. She is preceded in death by her husband, Willie Green; daughter-in-law, Barbara Auger Nolan; grand-daughter, Penny Renee Nolan; grandson, James Mitchell Nolan. She is survived by her children, Sylvia Nolan Rugg and husband Jasper D. of Sterlington, LA; Fayo Nolan Albritton and husband Billy C. of Monroe, LA; James B. Nolan and wife Connie of Houston, TX; A.J. Nolan and wife Glenda Ward Nolan of Monroe, LA; 9 grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren. Step-children, Margo Moore of West Monroe, LA; Eric Green and wife Sandy of West Monroe, LA; Billy Rex Green and wife Flo of Shreveport, LA; 8 step-grandchildren. Pallbearers will be: James Stephen Rugg, John David Rugg, Andrew G. Nolan, Michael E. Nolan, Eric Bryan Green and Rex Hamilton Green. Visitation will be held from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. Thursday, February 1, 2007 at Kilpatrick Funeral Home in Farmerville, LA. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com.
NAKOA ANNETTE INGLES 04/13/75-01/29/07 (Nikki) Farmerville, LA Nakoa Ingles, 31 of Farmerville, LA passed away Monday, Jan. 29 after a lengthy illness. Nakoa will be remembered as a loving and caring mother, daughter, sister and friend. She will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved her. She leaves to cherish her memory, 3 Children: Dixie, Amanda and Dakota; Parents: Vernon and Karen Ingles, Mother: Karen Lloyd; brothers: Jeramy, Joseph and Jamie; Sister: Marilou. Several nieces and nephews and a host of family and friends and her fiance' Frank. A special thanks to the ICU nursing staff at LSU. A celebration of Nakoa's life will be held Friday, Feb. 2 at 3:00PM at Cheniere Lodge Area 1, West Monroe, LA.
BETTY DIANNE PARKS Farrar Funeral Home Farmerville, LA Funeral services for Betty Dianne Parks, age 59, will be held at 2:00PM on Thursday, February 1st with Bro. Woody Reeder officiating. Interment will be in Liberty Cemetery in Linville, LA. under the direction of Farrar Funeral Home of Farmerville. Mrs. Parks, a homemaker, died January 30, 2007. Survivors include her parents, Stuart & Katherine Peters of Sterlington, LA. 1 son: Wayne Parks & wife, Connie of Hico, LA.; 1 daughter: Donna Whitton & husband, Steve of Sterlington, LA. 3 Grandchildren: David Parks, Crystal Martin and Chase Wells. Pallbearers will be Brian Zuber, Brad Parks, Larry Parks, Cody Gathright, Chase Wells and Chris Reeves. Friends may send online messages to the family at www.farrarfh.com.
Dinzenio Armstrong, 22
BERNICE — Dinzenio Armstrong, a laborer, died Friday. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at New Hopewell Baptist Church, Bernice. Visitation is 2-6 p.m. Friday with family hour 6-7 p.m. at Tennant Funeral Home, Farmerville. Burial will be in church cemetery.
Kimberly LeDonna Ball, 34
VALLEY, Ala. — Kimberly LeDonna Ball, formerly of Ouachita Parish, employee with Dialysis Office in Columbus, Ga., died Sunday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Liberty Baptist Church, Calhoun. Visitation is 1 p.m. until service time today at the church. Burial will be in Roselawn Memorial Garden Cemetery, Calhoun under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.
Millie Bosley, 95
Millie Bosley of Monroe, a homemaker, died Saturday. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at Smith Funeral Home, Monroe. Visitation is 1-6 p.m. Friday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens, Monroe.
Kathryn L. Bradberry, 78
KILGORE, Texas — Kathryn L. "Joe" Bradberry formerly of Epps, died Tuesday. Services are 2 p.m. Friday at Rader Funeral Home, Kilgore, Texas. Visitation is 6-7:30 p.m. at the funeral home.
Billy Bradley Jr., 43
TEXARKANA, Ark. — Billy Bradley Jr., formerly of St. Joseph, a home health worker, died Monday. Services are 10 a.m. today at Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home, Winnsboro. Burial will be in Legion Memorial Cemetery, Newellton.
Chad Calhoun, 32
Chad Calhoun of Winnsboro, a clerk, died Friday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Winnsboro Second Baptist Church, Winnsboro. Visitation is 6-7 p.m. Friday at Richardson Funeral Home, Winnsboro. Burial will be in Rest Haven Cemetery, Winnsboro.
Idella Combs, 73
MER ROUGE — Idella Combs, a homemaker, died Wednesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Bastrop.
James R. Corley Sr., 62
OAK GROVE — James "Jimmy" Ronald Corley Sr., a riverboat pilot, died Tuesday. Services are 3 p.m. Friday at Immanuel Christian Fellowship Church, Oak Grove. Visitation is Thursday and Friday at the church. Burial will be in Oak Grove Cemetery under the direction of Cox Funeral Home, Oak Grove.
Wilbert Crump, 50
KANSAS CITY, Mo. — Wilbert Crump, formerly of St. Joseph, a cook, died Monday. Services are noon Saturday at Pilgrim Baptist Church, St. Joseph. Burial will be in Fraternity Cemetery, St. Joseph, under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville.
Ben Curtis Jr., 73
Ben Curtis Jr. of Monroe, a former St. Francis Medical Center employee, died Sunday. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at the Greater Free Gift Baptist Church, Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens, Monroe, under the direction of Funerals by McFarland, Monroe.
Elizabeth Ann Davis, 35
Elizabeth Ann Davis of Monroe, a homemaker, died Friday. Services are 2 p.m. Friday at New Galilee Baptist Church, Booker T. community. Visitation is 1-6 p.m. today at Funerals by McFarland, Monroe. Burial will be in Powell Street City Cemetery, Monroe.
Velma Dixon, 86
STRAFFORD, Texas — Velma Dixon died Wednesday. Services are 11 a.m. Friday at Mount Able Missionary Baptist Church, Tallulah. Wake services are 7-8 p.m. Thursday at Beckwith Golden Gate Funeral Home, Tallulah. Burial will be in Mount Mirah Church Cemetery, Tallulah.
Faye T. Elkin, 80
LAFAYETTE — Faye T. Elkin, formerly of Winnsboro, a retired Franklin Parish Clerk of Court, died Wednesday. Services are 10 a.m. Saturday at Gill First National Funeral Home, Winnsboro. Burial is in Myrtle Memorial Cemetery, Winnsboro.
Ethel Fussell Fields, 84
START — Ethel Paul Fussell Fields, a retired licensed practical nurse, died Wednesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Rayville.
Martha Gill, 72
LAKE ST. JOHN — Martha Gill, a homemaker, died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville.
Roberta H. Howard, 84
Roberta Hayden Howard of Monroe, a homemaker, died Friday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at the Riverside Missionary Baptist Church, Monroe. Visitation is 1-6 p.m. Friday at Funerals by McFarland, Monroe. Burial will be in Powell Street City Cemetery, Monroe.
Robert Johnson, 64
RAYVILLE — Robert Johnson, a homemaker, died Friday. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at Pine Hill Baptist Church, Rayville. Visitation is 6-7 p.m. Friday at Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville. Burial will be in Cedar Grove Cemetery, Oak Ridge.
Sarah Oliver Lauve, 69
Sarah Oliver Lauve of Monroe, a homemaker, died Wednesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe.
C.W. Lenard, 79
C.W. Lenard of West Monroe, a cabinet maker, died Monday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Luna Assembly of God Church. Burial will be in church cemetery under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.
Oma Irene Madison, 87
BASTROP — Oma Irene Madison, homemaker, died Wednesday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at Goodwill Church of God, Bastrop. Visitation is 6-9 p.m. Friday at Golden Funeral Home, Bastrop. Burial will be in Bonne Idee Cemetery, Mer Rouge.
Lou V. Parker May, 84
Lou V. Parker May of Monroe, a retired office manager, died Monday. Services are 11 a.m. today at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Monroe. Graveside services are 1:30 p.m. today at Welcome Home Cemetery, Grayson.
Leola McDowell, 59
DELHI — Leola McDowell, a nurse, died Tuesday. Services are 1 p.m. Friday at Mount Zion Baptist Church, Delhi. Visitation is 6-7 p.m. today at Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville. Burial will be in church cemetery.
Vince Edward Mitchell, 39
ATLANTA, Ga. — Vince Edward Mitchell formerly of Bastrop, an Army sergeant, died Friday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at Morehouse District Baptist Association Building, Collinston. Visitation is 5-7 p.m. Friday at Tennant Funeral Home, Bastrop. Burial will be in Trousdale Hill, Collinston.
Gina Lynn Moss, 39
Gina Lynn Moss of West Monroe, a bank teller, died Monday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Souls Harbor Pentecostal Church. Visitation is 10 a.m. until time of services today at the church. Burial will be in Mount Zion Cemetery, Calhoun under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.
Genevieve Nelson, 74
BASTROP — Genevieve Nelson, a homemaker, died Wednesday. Graveside services are 10 a.m. Friday at Memorial Park Cemetery, Bastrop. Visitation is 5-9 p.m. today at Golden Funeral Home, Bastrop.
James Carl Outley, 53
James Carl Outley of Monroe, a stocker, died Friday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at Mount Sinai Baptist Church, Choudrant. Visitation is 6-7 p.m. Friday at Hester Central State Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in the church cemetery.
Betty Dianne Parks, 59
STERLINGTON — Betty Dianne Parks, a homemaker, died Tuesday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Mount Tabor Baptist Church, Farmerville. Burial will be in Liberty Cemetery, Linville under the direction of Farrar Funeral Home, Farmerville.
Denzil Purdy, 72
COLUMBIA — Denzil Purdy, retired owner of Purdy's Lounge and Hardy Mart Grocery, died Wednesday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Friday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery, Monroe.
Brigitte A. Rainwater, 57
Brigitte Armbruster Rainwater of Monroe, a registered nurse, died Monday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Burial will be in Riverview Cemetery, Monroe.
Lt. Col. Frellsen Reese, 87
TYLER, Texas — Lt. Col. Frellsen Reese, formerly of Mangham, a retired World War II and Vietnam Army veteran, retired rancher and former Mayor of Mangham, died Wednesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Rayville.
Jimmie Richard, 80
STERLINGTON — Jimmie Richard, a retired International Paper employee, died Tuesday. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at Golden Funeral Home, Bastrop. Visitation is 5-9 p.m. Friday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Christ Church Cemetery, Bastrop.
Alvin Scott, 60
Alvin Scott of Monroe, a janitor, died Saturday. Services are 11 a.m. Friday at Macedonia Seventh Day Adventist Church, Monroe. Visitation is 1-6 p.m. Thursday at Smith Funeral Home. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens, Monroe.
Rachel R. Stubblefield, 96
Rachel Ross Stubblefield of Monroe, a homemaker, died Tuesday. Services are 2 p.m. Sunday at Mount Zion Baptist Church, south of Delhi. Visitation is 3-9 p.m. Saturday at Funerals by McFarland, Monroe. Burial will be in church cemetery.
James Taylor, 46
MER ROUGE — James Taylor, a homemaker, died Wednesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville.
Previously acknowledged
Armstrong, Floyd: 1 p.m. today, Hopewell Baptist Church, Dubach.
Doughty, Gladys Ford: 2 p.m. today, Riser Funeral Home, Columbia.
Everfield, Doris: 2 p.m. today at First Pilgrim Baptist Church, Monroe.
Green, Oleavia Nolan: 10 a.m. Friday, Antioch Baptist Church, Farmerville.
Henderson, Dennis: 11 a.m. today, Marion Baptist Church, Marion.
Henderson, Risinger: 2 p.m. Friday, Antioch Church of Christ, Spearsville.
Howard, Louizia G.: 11 a.m. Saturday, St. Paul Baptist Church, Monroe.
Minifield, Lawrence: 11 a.m. Saturday, Smith Funeral Home, Monroe.
Pennington, Mildred C.: 2 p.m. today, Union Grove Cemetery, Lillie.
Reed, Leroy: 11 a.m. today, Richardson Funeral Home, Monroe.
Scott, Alvin: 2 p.m. Friday, Macedonia Seventh Day Adventist Church, Monroe.
Williams, Ida: 1 p.m. Saturday, Antioch Baptist Church, Monroe
February 2, 2007 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201
FAYE T. ELKIN Gill First National Funeral Home, Winnsboro, LA Funeral services for Faye T. Elkin, age 80, will be held 10:00 AM Saturday, February 3, 2007 at Gill First National Funeral Home with Rev. Marion Collier officiating. Interment will be in Myrtle Memorial Cemetery under the direction of Gill First National Funeral Home. Visitation will be Friday, February 2, 2007, from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM at Gill First National Funeral Home Sanctuary. She is preceded in death by her parents, Hollis W. Tarver and Ruby Ann Tarver, two brothers, Ellis and John Tarver; one sister Eleanor T. Marionneaux. Faye is survived by one son David Elkin and wife Diane of Lafayette, LA.; two granddaughters Jessica Schexnayder and Amy Christoph of Lafayette, LA. and five great grandchildren of Lafayette, LA, two sisters, Audrey Joiner of Monroe, LA and Bettye McKennie of Mobile, AL, many other relatives and a host of friends. Faye started to work in the Franklin Parish Clerk of Courts office in 1961. She was elected Clerk of Court in 1984 and served 16 years until she retired in 2000. She never met a stranger and was a true public servant for the people of Franklin parish. She later moved to Lafayette, LA. to be close to her son and grandchildren whom she loved dearly. Pallbearers will be: Dr. Jay Busby, Thurman Dickey, Roger Elkin, James McLemore, Randy Shirley, and A. A. "Skipper" Willison. Honorary pallbearers will be Ernest "Bubba" Baccarini, J. W. Dean, and Tab Singer. In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to the church or charity of your choice. To sign the guest book online visit www.gillfirstnational.com
MS. SARAH OLIVER LAUVE Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Rd. Monroe, LA Memorial service for Ms. Sarah Oliver Lauve, 69, of Monroe, LA will be held at 11:00AM Saturday, February 3, 2007, at Grace Episcopal Church with Rev. Gregg Riley officiating. Interment will be in Grace Episcopal Columbarium under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Rd. Monroe. Ms. Lauve was born on January 10, 1938 in Monroe, LA, and passed away on January 31, 2007, at St. Francis North Hospital following a brief illness. Ms. Lauve was a lifelong resident of Monroe and graduated from Neville High School and attended Southern Methodist University. She was a member of Kappa Kappa Gama, Monroe Junior League, Daughers of the American Revolution, Colonial Dames, and a CASA volunteer. Ms. Lauve was a homemaker and, at one time, wrote for the Monroe Morning World, and a former sales associate for Steinmart and Dillards Department Store. She was preceded in death by her parents, Travis Oliver, Jr. and Katherine Morrison Oliver. Survivors include her two daughters, Mary Edwards Lauve; and Katherine Lauve Montcalm and husband Gary Raul Montcalm, Jr.; grandson, Gary Raul Montcalm III; granddaughter, Anna Olivier Montcalm; and brother, Travis Oliver III all of Monroe, LA. Visitation will be Saturday from 10:00AM until service time at Kilbourne Hall at Grace Episcopal Church. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Ouachita Humane Society Adoption Program or to Grace Episcopal Church. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com
BETTIE SUE TRIMBLE MABRAY Mulhearn Funeral Home Monroe, LA Bettie Sue Trimble Mabray died on January 31, 2007, in Monroe, LA, after a courageous battle against Myelodysplastic Syndrome and Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia. She was born in El Dorado, Arkansas, February 8, 1923, the daughter of Lena Goodwin Trimble and John D. Trimble. She is survived by her husband of sixty-two years, Jack P. Mabray, Monroe; two daughters: Melinda Mabray Wright and her husband, John Harvey Wright III, of McAllen, TX; and Mary Amanda Mabray Hardwick and her husband, Jon W. Hardwick, of Monroe; two sons: J. Patton Mabray, Jr., Newellton, LA; and John T. Mabray and his wife, Catherine Cole Mabray, of Lynchburg, VA; eight grandchildren: John H. Wright, IV, and his wife, Edie, of San Antonio, TX; Amanda Mabray Wright, San Antonio, TX; William Mead Hardwick, of Dallas, TX; Jon Marshall Hardwick, Monroe; Wilson Trimble Mabray, Monroe; Cole Mabray Harbert and her husband, Raymond J. Harbert, of New York City; Michal Patton Mabray, Lynchburg, VA; J. Trimble Mabray, Jr., Lynchburg, VA; and one great-grandson: John Harvey "Jack" Wright V, of San Antonio; two sisters: Jean Turner Brewer of Jackson, MS; Mary Maier of Fayetteville, AR; one brother: John D. Trimble, Jr. and his wife Robin, El Dorado, AR; and numerous beloved nieces and nephews, and great-nieces and nephews. She attended Mary Baldwin College, Staunton, VA, and graduated from the University of Arkansas, where she was a member of Chi Omega Sorority. In 1947, she and her family moved to Newellton, LA, where Bettie was active in the Newellton Union Church and in community activities until the family moved to Monroe in 1960. Bettie was a contributing member of various community organizations in Monroe, as well as a faithful member of the congregations of First Presbyterian and Covenant Presbyterian Church. She was a member of the National Society of the Colonial Dames of America in the State of Louisiana, and also served on the Board of Trustees, Lyon College, Batesville, AR. She was first of all a devoted wife and loving mother and grandmother, whose presence filled our lives with happiness and gave us a legacy of faith. Beloved by friends and family as a fun-loving woman of keen intellect, vivacious spirit, and generous soul, she will be remembered as an example of what it means to live life to the fullest with deep faith in God. She was a faithful steward of God's many blessings upon her, and, therefore, a blessing to us all. Her kindness and compassion touched many lives. The family expresses deep appreciation to Dr. Marshall Leary and Dr. David Barnes for their compassionate, loving care and medical expertise; and to the staff of Northeast Louisiana Cancer Institute, whose personal attention was a source of great comfort and encouragement; and to Gracie Smith and Jonas Ervin whose cheerful countenance brightened our days. Funeral Services are under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Monroe. Interment will be Saturday, February 3, 10:30 A.M., at Somerset Plantation Family Cemetery, Tensas Parish. The Memorial Service will follow on Saturday, February 3, 2:30 P.M., at Covenant Presbyterian Church, 1901 Milton Street, Monroe, LA, the Reverends Bruce M. Rux and John T. Mabray officiating. A reception will follow in the Fellowship Hall. Pallbearers will be: John H. Wright IV, Mead Hardwick, Marshall Hardwick, Wilson Mabray, Trimble Mabray, John D. Trimble V, Berry Trimble, Raymond Harbert. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Covenant Presbyterian Church or The Louisiana Baptist Children's Home, Monroe, or The Vera Lloyd Presbyterian Home for Children, 745 Old Warren Road, Monticello, AR 71655. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com
MR. DENZIL PURDY Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mr. Denzil Purdy, 72 of Hebert, LA will be held at 1:00PM, Saturday, February 3, 2007 at Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA with Rev. Brian Rankin officiating. Interment to follow at Monroe Memorial Park, Monroe, LA under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Mr. Purdy was born October 15, 1934 in Dewitt, AR and passed away January 30, 2007 in Monroe, LA. Mr. Purdy was a member of Fellowship Baptist Church in Columbia, LA. He was in the Air Force from 1955 to 1959. Mr. Purdy was retired from Rack Service Wholesale after 20 years. He was owner of Purdy's Lounge and Hardy Mart Grocery. He liked to do benefit cookouts for people that need help. He also like to fish and ride his four wheeler. Mr. Purdy was preceded in death by his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Ben L. Purdy of Dewitt, AR; a brother, Dr. Harold (Bud) Purdy of Little Rock, AR; a son, David Purdy of Hebert, LA. He is survived by his wife of 48 years, Verneil Purdy of Hebert, LA; daughters, Sherry McDowell and husband Andy of Colleyville, TX, Terry McNeely and husband Ken of Monroe; son, Douglas Purdy of Hebert, LA. 3 grandsons, 6 granddaughters, 2 great grandsons, and 1 great granddaughter, brother, Keith Purdy and wife Ruthie of Montgomery, TX, a sister, Sandra Gaisbower , Little Rock, Arkansas, Sharon Robertson and husband Bob, Benton, AR, Carolyn Tibbett & husband Bill of Brownsburg, IN, Connie Sullivan and husband Steve, Mabelvale, AR. Pallbearers will be David Purdy, Jr., Jacob Purdy, Sam Purdy, Aaron Waldrop, Mark Escalon and Bo Escalon. Visitation will be Friday from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM at Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com
DON NEWTON ROBERTSON Mansfield, LA Memorial services for Mr. Don Newton Robertson, 88, will be held at 2:00 P.M., Saturday, February 3, 2007, at the First Baptist Church of Mansfield, LA. Officiating will be Brother Carl Gulde, assisted by Brother Joe Waggener. Mr. Robertson died Wednesday, January 24, 2007, after a lengthy illness. Mr. Robertson was born on November 20, 1918 in Pelican, LA. He graduated from Mansfield High School in 1937. Mr. Robertson served his country during World War Two as a technical sergeant in the U.S. Army Air Corp in the Pacific Theater. He worked in managerial positions in several companies in DeSoto Parish, including Nabors Trailer Company, Gulf Oil, and the Laffitte Lumber Company. He was married to Shirley Virginia Laffitte, whom he met while both were working at Nabors Trailers, on June 20, 1948. They lived in the Carmel Community of DeSoto Parish before moving to Shreveport. Late in life, Mr. Robertson moved to Monroe to be near his son's family. Mr. Robertson was preceded in death by his wife of 53 years, Shirley Robertson, his parents, Henry Clay Robertson, Sr., and Ina Williams Robertson, his father and mother-in-law, Mr. Ernest Andrew Laffitte, Sr., and Reba Shelton Laffitte, his brother and sister-in-law, Henry Clay Robertson, Sr., and Jessie Roark Robertson, his sister and brother-in-law, Claudine Robertson Love and Frost Johnson Love, brother-in-law, Ernest Andrew "Sonny" Laffitte, Jr., nephews, Bill Robertson and Joel Laffitte, and niece Linda Robertson Cohen. He is survived by his son, Clay Andrew Robertson and his wife, Karla, of Oak Grove, LA, one granddaughter, Claire Alyse Robertson, sister-in-law Bettye Laffitte of Mansfield, LA, nephew Joe Robertson and his wife Stephanie of Oklahoma City, OK, niece Lori Laffitte Byrd and her husband Steve of Arlington, TX, nephew Alan Laffitte of Costa Mesa, CA, nephew Gus Laffitte and his wife Debbie of Grand Cane, LA, niece Gail Laffitte Strickland and her husband Michael of Vicksburg, MS, and cousin Rose Margaret Hamilton Tyler and her husband David of Monroe, LA, and his Boston terrier, Rocky. Sports were Don's hobby. A football letterman in high school, Don went on to become an active member of the Mansfield High School Quarterback Club. After graduation, he played semi-professional baseball in the Shreveport and Mansfield area. In 1951-52, he played on a championship softball team in Mansfield. In later years, he took up golf and was a member of the Mansfield and East Ridge country clubs. He was a longtime fan of the Boston Red Sox and all L.S.U. sports. He attended both the L.S.U. football games of Billy Cannon's era and the famed L.S.U.-Auburn "Earthquake Game" of 1988. Mr. Robertson's other interests included drinking coffee, and playing bridge and dominos with his friends, reading Westerns, and caring for his Boston terrier. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorials be made to the church, public library, or charity of your choice. The family would like to thank Dr. Keith Calhoun of Monroe, and the staff of Azalea Estates for their care and kindness.
Alex Bailey Jr., 63
WINNSBORO — Alex Bailey Jr, died Tuesday. Services are 2 p.m. Sunday at True Light Baptist Church, Winnsboro. Burial will be in New Zion Cemetery, Peck under the direction of Hester Central State Funeral Home, Monroe.
Elizabeth Ann Bradley, 54
TALLULAH — Elizabeth Ann "Bibba" Bradley, Collins Farms office manager, died Tuesday. Services are 10 a.m. today at First Baptist Church, Tallulah. Burial will be in Memorial Park Cemetery, Tallulah under the direction of Crothers-Glenwood Funeral Home.
Ethel Paul F. Fields, 81
START — Ethel Paul Fussell Fields, a retired licensed practical nurse, died Wednesday. Services are 2 p.m.. Saturday at Pine Grove Baptist Church, Jena. Visitation is 5-9 p.m. today at Brown-Holley Funeral Home and 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday at the church. Burial will be church cemetery, Jena.
Billy J. 'Bo' Franklin Jr., 27
LIVINGSTON, Texas — Billy James "Bo" Franklin Jr., formerly of Olla, an oilfield worker, died Tuesday. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at Riser Funeral Home, Olla. Burial will be in Harris Chapel Cemetery, east of Olla.
Martha Gill, 72
LAKE ST. JOHN — Martha Gill, a homemaker, died Tuesday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Lake St. John Baptist Church, Lake St. John. Visitation is 6-8 p.m. today at the church. Burial will be in Lake St. John Cemetery under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville.
Louizia G. Howard, 61
Louizia G. Howard of Monroe, a scrub technician, died Friday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at St. Paul Baptist Church, Monroe. Visitation is 1-6 p.m. today at the church. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens under the direction of Hester Central State Funeral Home, Monroe.
Willie Jefferson, 48
TALLULAH — Willie Jefferson died Wednesday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at Traveler's Rest Missionary Baptist Church, Tallulah. Visitation is 2-6 p.m. today at Beckwith Golden Gate Funeral Home, Tallulah. Burial will be in Mount Project Cemetery, Tallulah.
Marvyn Trisler Paul, 93
MONTEREY — Marvyn Trisler Paul, a retired Concordia Parish Schools teacher, Wednesday. Services are 2 p.m. Sunday at Eva Church of God, Monterey. Visitation is 6-8:30 p.m. Saturday at Young's Funeral Home, Ferriday. Burial will be in the Paul Family Cemetery, Monterey.
Lt. Col. Frellsen Reese, 87
TYLER, Texas — Lt. Col. Frellsen Reese, formerly of Mangham, a retired WWII and Vietnam Army veteran, retired rancher and former Mayor of Mangham, died Wednesday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Mangham United Methodist Church, Mangham. Visitation is 6-8 p.m. today at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Rayville. Burial will be in Gwin Cemetery, Mangham.
James Taylor, 46
MER ROUGE — James Taylor, a homemaker, died Wednesday. Services are 2 p.m. Sunday at Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville. Visitation is 6-7 p.m. at the funeral home. Burial will be in Royal Blue Cemetery, Rayville.
Samuel Taylor, 88
Samuel Taylor of Monroe, a retired Ouachita Parish High School teacher, died Thursday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Monroe.
Grady L. Works, 87
ALEXANDRIA — Grady L. Works, a retired Air Force Staff Sergeant, died Wednesday. Services are 10 a.m. today at Edmonds Funeral Home, Jonesboro. Burial will be in Chatham Cemetery, Chatham.
Previously acknowledged
Armstrong, Dinzenio: 2 p.m. Saturday, New Hopewell Baptist Church, Bernice.
Bosley, Millie: 2 p.m. Saturday, Smith Funeral Home, Monroe.
Bradberry, Kathryn L. "Joe": 2 p.m. today, Rader Funeral Home, Killgore, Texas.
Calhoun, Chad: 11 a.m. Saturday, Winnsboro Second Baptist Church, Winnsboro.
Corley, James R. Sr.: 3 p.m. today, Immanuel Christian Fellowship Church, Oak Grove.
Crump, Wilbert: noon Saturday, Pilgrim Baptist Church, Rayville.
Curtis, Ben Jr.: 2 p.m. Saturday, Greater Free Gift Baptist Church, Monroe.
Davis, Elizabeth Ann: 2 p.m. today, New Galilee Baptist Church, Monroe.
Dixon, Velma: 11 a.m. today, Mount Able Missionary Baptist Church, Tallulah.
Elkin, Faye T.: 10 a.m. Saturday, Gill First National Funeral Home, Winnsboro.
Green, Oleavia Nolan: 10 a.m. today, Antioch Baptist Church, Farmerville.
Henderson, Dennis: 11 a.m. today, Marion Baptist Church, Marion.
Henderson, Risinger: 2 p.m. today, Antioch Church of Christ, Spearsville.
Howard, Roberta H.: 11 a.m. Saturday, Riverside Missionary Baptist Church, Monroe.
Madison, Oma Irene: 1 p.m. Saturday, Goodwill Church of God, Bastrop.
McDowell, Leola: 1 p.m. today, Mount Zion Baptist Church, Delhi.
Minifield, Lawrence: 11 a.m. Saturday, Smith Funeral Home, Monroe.
Mitchell, Vince Edward: 1 p.m. Saturday, Morehouse District Association Building, Collinston.
Nelson, Genevieve: 10 a.m. today, graveside Memorial Park Cemetery, Bastrop.
Outley, James Carl: 1 p.m. Saturday, Mount Sinai Baptist Church, Choudrant.
Purdy, Denzil: 1 p.m. Saturday, Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.
Richard, Jimmie: 2 p.m. Saturday, Golden Funeral Home, Bastrop.
Scott, Alvin: 11 a.m. today, Macedonia Seventh Day Adventist Church, Monroe.
Stubblefield, Rachel R.: 2 p.m. Sunday, Mount Zion Baptist Church, Delhi.
Williams, Ida: 1 p.m. Saturday, Antioch Baptist Church, Monroe
February 3, 2007 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201
EVELYN ALEXANDER Edmonds Funeral Home, Jonesboro, LA Evelyn Alexander, age 82 of Quitman, LA was born on January 21, 1925 in Middleton, TN and died on Friday, February 2, 2007 in Jonesboro, LA. Visitation will be at Edmonds Funeral Home on Saturday, February 3, 2007 from 5 PM til 9 PM at Edmonds Funeral Home in Jonesboro.Funeral services will be held on Sunday, February 4, 2007 at 2pm at the Edmonds Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Steven Nelson, Rev. Bill McCollian and Rev. Clayton Perry officiating. Burial will be in the Garden of Memories Cemetery in Jonesboro, LA. Mrs. Alexander was a retired bus driver and a Church of God Minister. She is preceded in death by her husband; Earl Alexander. Survivors include; one daughter, Rita Johns and husband Paul of Jonesboro, LA, two sons; Randy Alexander and wife Patsy of Choudrant, LA and Rodney Alexander and wife Nancy of Quitman, LA. One sister; Clara McFarland of Van Buren, AR. Eight grandchildren; Roger Alexander, Richie Alexander, Robin Harris, Ginger Robinson, Rod Alexander, Lisa Alexander, Darron Leach and DeSha Leach and fourteen great-grandchildren. Pallbearers will be Darren Alexander, Andy Brown, Don Leach, Don Bowen. Tommy McFarland and Ralph Jordan Donations may be made to The Jackson Parish Library in memory of Mrs. Alexander
MR. HAROLD BUCE Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Private graveside services were held for Mr. Harold R. Buce at Hasley Cemetery in West Monroe. Services were under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home of West Monroe. Mr. Buce was born on November 9, 1924 and passed away on January 31, 2007.
BETTIE SUE TRIMBLE MABRAY Mulhearn Funeral Home Monroe, LA Bettie Sue Trimble Mabray died on January 31, 2007, in Monroe, LA, after a courageous battle against Myelodysplastic Syndrome and Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia. She was born in El Dorado, Arkansas, February 8, 1923, the daughter of Lena Goodwin Trimble and John D. Trimble. She is survived by her husband of sixty-two years, Jack P. Mabray, Monroe; two daughters: Melinda Mabray Wright and her husband, John Harvey Wright III, of McAllen, TX; and Mary Amanda Mabray Hardwick and her husband, Jon W. Hardwick, of Monroe; two sons: J. Patton Mabray, Jr., Newellton, LA; and John T. Mabray and his wife, Catherine Cole Mabray, of Lynchburg, VA; eight grandchildren: John H. Wright, IV, and his wife, Edie, of San Antonio, TX; Amanda Mabray Wright, San Antonio, TX; William Mead Hardwick, of Dallas, TX; Jon Marshall Hardwick, Monroe; Wilson Trimble Mabray, Monroe; Cole Mabray Harbert and her husband, Raymond J. Harbert, of New York City; Michal Patton Mabray, Lynchburg, VA; J. Trimble Mabray, Jr., Lynchburg, VA; and one great-grandson: John Harvey "Jack" Wright V, of San Antonio; two sisters: Jean Turner Brewer of Jackson, MS; Mary Maier of Fayetteville, AR; one brother: John D. Trimble, Jr. and his wife Robin, El Dorado, AR; and numerous beloved nieces and nephews, and great-nieces and nephews. She attended Mary Baldwin College, Staunton, VA, and graduated from the University of Arkansas, where she was a member of Chi Omega Sorority. In 1947, she and her family moved to Newellton, LA, where Bettie was active in the Newellton Union Church and in community activities until the family moved to Monroe in 1960. Bettie was a contributing member of various community organizations in Monroe, as well as a faithful member of the congregations of First Presbyterian and Covenant Presbyterian Church. She was a member of the National Society of the Colonial Dames of America in the State of Louisiana, and also served on the Board of Trustees, Lyon College, Batesville, AR. She was first of all a devoted wife and loving mother and grandmother, whose presence filled our lives with happiness and gave us a legacy of faith. Beloved by friends and family as a fun-loving woman of keen intellect, vivacious spirit, and generous soul, she will be remembered as an example of what it means to live life to the fullest with deep faith in God. She was a faithful steward of God's many blessings upon her, and, therefore, a blessing to us all. Her kindness and compassion touched many lives. The family expresses deep appreciation to Dr. Marshall Leary and Dr. David Barnes for their compassionate, loving care and medical expertise; and to the staff of Northeast Louisiana Cancer Institute, whose personal attention was a source of great comfort and encouragement; and to Gracie Smith and Jonas Ervin whose cheerful countenance brightened our days. Funeral Services are under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Monroe. Interment will be Saturday, February 3, 10:30 A.M., at Somerset Plantation Family Cemetery, Tensas Parish. The Memorial Service will follow on Saturday, February 3, 2:30 P.M., at Covenant Presbyterian Church, 1901 Milton Street, Monroe, LA, the Reverends Bruce M. Rux and John T. Mabray officiating. A reception will follow in the Fellowship Hall. Pallbearers will be: John H. Wright IV, Mead Hardwick, Marshall Hardwick, Wilson Mabray, Trimble Mabray, John D. Trimble V, Berry Trimble, Raymond Harbert. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Covenant Presbyterian Church or The Louisiana Baptist Children's Home, Monroe, or The Vera Lloyd Presbyterian Home for Children, 745 Old Warren Road, Monticello, AR 71655. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com
FRELLSEN REESE Lt. Colonel Ret. Mulhearn Funeral Home Rayville, LA Service for Frellsen Reese Lt. Colonel Ret., 87, of Mangham, LA will be 11 AM Saturday February 3, 2007 at Mangham United Methodist Church with Rev. Carroll Johnson officiating. Interment to follow in Gwin Cemetery in Mangham, LA under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home Rayville, LA. Colonel Reese was a member of Mangham United Methodist Church and a LSU graduate with a degree in Civil Engineering. He retired as a Lt. Colonel from the US Army Corps of Engineers after 29 years, serving in World War II, Korea and Vietnam. He was also elected as Mayor of Mangham, LA an office he held for 10 years. Passionate about bird hunting, duck hunting and turkey hunting, just being outdoors with friends and his hunting dog were his happiest moments. He was preceded in death by his parents H. H. Reese and Claudia Coyle Reese, his wife Marjorie Wooten Reese, 4 brothers and 4 sisters. He is survived by his sons Robert J. Reese and his wife Janie of Tyler, TX and Marshal Blackwell of Mangham, LA; 5 grandchildren- Laura Whitfield and Marcey Green both of Tyler TX and Kathy Roberts San Antonio, TX, Mark Blackwell of Miami, FL, Robert Blackwell of Columbia, LA; 7 great grandchildren -Brit Whitfield, Michael, Hayley and Olyvia Green. Melissa , Annie and Bennett Blackwell, In Lieu of flowers Memorials may be made to Mangham United Methodist Church Visitation will be from 10 AM until service time at the church.
SAMUEL J. TAYLOR Kilpatrick Funeral Home Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mr. Samuel J. Taylor, 88, of Monroe, will be held on Sunday, February 4, 2007, at 1:30 PM in the Lea Joyner United Methodist Church in Monroe with Rev. Weldon Bares, Rev. Betty Swanson, Rev. Joe Solomon, and Rev. Isaac Patton officiating. Interment will follow at Arlington Cemetery in Homer, LA. Mr. Taylor was born April 14, 1918, in Haynesville, LA, to the late Francis and Helen Lowe Taylor. He passed away on February 1, 2007, in Monroe, LA. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife of over 63 years, Mary Jim Mitchell Taylor. A math teacher for the greater part of his life, Mr. "Sam" was a devoted and loving husband, daddy, granddaddy and great granddaddy. A dedicated and committed Christian in every sense of the word he was a faithful servant for his Lord. Mr. Taylor also served his country during World War II in the US Army Air Corps and he was active in the Western Star Lodge. Survivors include his daughters, Mary Virginia Taylor and Jane Cananza and husband, Lu; grandsons, Michael Taylor and wife, Janna, and Corey Cananza; granddaughter, Carrie Olgreen and husband, Jacob; and great granddaughters, Hannah and Sarah Taylor. The family would like to express their deep love and sincere gratitude to Cindy Hollenshead with Comforcare, and a special thank you to Cheryl, Amy, and Vickey of Agape NE Hospice, Tammy of Medistar, Erica of Amedisys. The family will receive friends from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. Saturday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Monroe. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com.
Daniel Lavonne Dickey, 56
Daniel Lavonne Dickey of West Monroe, a retired Louisiana Pacific millwright, died Friday. Services are 2 p.m. Sunday at Urania Pentecostal Church. Visitation is 5 p.m. today at the church. Burial will be in Olla Cemetery under the direction of Riser Funeral Home, Olla.
Charles Evans Jr., 83
MER ROUGE — Charles Evans Jr. died Friday. Services are 2 p.m. Sunday at Cox Funeral Home, Bastrop. Visitation is 5-9 p.m. today at the funeral home. Burial will be in Pilgrim's Rest Cemetery, Bastrop.
Raymond R. Garza, 74
Raymond R. Garza of West Monroe, an automobile repairman, died Wednesday. Visitation is 10 a.m.-noon today at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. There will not be a service.
Joshua Jynes Sr., 95
WISNER — Joshua Jynes Sr., a retired school bus driver, died Thursday. Services are 1 p.m. Sunday at Mount Zion Church of Christ Holiness, Wisner. Wake services are 5-7 p.m. today at Richardson & Sims Funeral Home, Winnsboro. Burial will be in Hope Estate Cemetery, Wisner.
Sarah Oliver Lauve, 69
Sarah Oliver Lauve of Monroe, a homemaker, died Wednesday. Services are 11 a.m. today at Grace Episcopal Church, Monroe. Visitation is 10 a.m. until time of service today at the church. Burial will be in the church Columbarium under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe.
Bettie Sue Mabray, 83
Bettie Sue Trimble Mabray of Monroe, a homemaker, died Wednesday. Memorial services are 2:30 p.m. today at Covenant Presbyterian Church, Monroe. There will be a reception after the service at the church. Burial will be 10:30 p.m. today at Somerset Plantation Cemetery, Newellton under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe.
Michael James Nastasi, 56
Michael James Nastasi of Monroe, retired from the Monroe Housing Authority, died Thursday. Visitation is 9-10 a.m. Monday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Other arrangements are incomplete.
Charles 'Dick' Peeler, 83
Charles R. 'Dick' Peeler of Monroe, a retired tool and dye engineer, died Thursday. Visitation is 4:30-7 p.m. Sunday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Other arrangements are incomplete.
Herbert Lamar Porter, 88
PIONEER — Herbert Lamar Porter, a farmer, died Thursday. Services are 2 p.m. Sunday at Goodwill Baptist Church, Oak Grove. Visitation is 4-8 p.m. today at the church. Burial will be in Red Wing Cemetery, Oak Grove, under the direction of Cox Funeral Home, Oak Grove.
Rosa Racks, 41
TALLULAH — Rosa Racks died Friday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Beckwith Golden Gate Funeral Home, Tallulah.
Monica Rivers, 48
FARMERVILLE — Monica Rivers, a ConAgra line worker, died Thursday. Services are 1 p.m. Monday at Beulah Baptist Church, Farmerville. Visitation is 3-5 p.m. Sunday at Tennant Funeral Home, Farmerville. Burial will be in Springhill Cemetery, Oakland.
Linnie Mae Theriot, 59
GILBERT — Linnie Mae Theriot, a homemaker, died Friday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home, Winnsboro.
Kourtney D. Woods, Infant
Kourtney D. Woods, infant daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Kevin Woods of Monroe, died Wednesday. Graveside services are 1 p.m. today at Richwood Memorial Gardens under the direction of Miller Funeral Home, Monroe.
Previously acknowledged
Armstrong, Dinzenio: 2 p.m. today, New Hopewell Baptist Church, Bernice.
Bailey, Alex Jr.: 2 p.m. Sunday, True Light Baptist Church, Winnsboro.
Bosley, Millie: 2 p.m. today, Smith Funeral Home, Monroe.
Calhoun, Chad: 11 a.m. today, Winnsboro Second Baptist Church.
Crump, Wilbert: noon today, Pilgrim Baptist Church, Rayville.
Curtis, Ben Jr.: 2 p.m. today, Greater Free Gift Baptist Church, Monroe.
Elkin, Faye T.: 10 a.m. today, Gill First National Funeral Home, Winnsboro.
Fields, Ethel Paul Fussell: 2 p.m. today, Pine Grove Baptist Church, Jena.
Franklin, Billy J. 'Bo' Jr.: 2 p.m. today, Riser Funeral home, Olla.
Gill, Martha: 11 a.m. Tuesday, Lake St. John Baptist Church, Lake St. John.
Howard, Louizia G.: 11 a.m. today, St. Paul Baptist Church, Monroe.
Howard, Roberta H.: 11 a.m. today, Riverside Missionary Baptist Church, Monroe.
Jefferson, Willie: 1 p.m. today, Traveler's Rest Missionary Baptist Church, Tallulah.
Madison, Oma Irene: 1 p.m. today, Goodwill Church of God, Bastrop.
Minifield, Lawrence: 11 a.m. today, Smith Funeral Home, Monroe.
Mitchell, Vince Edward: 1 p.m. today, Morehouse District Association Building, Collinston.
Outley, James Carl: 1 p.m. today, Mount Sinai Baptist Church, Choudrant.
Purdy, Denzil: 1 p.m. today, Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.
Richard, Jimmie: 2 p.m. today, Golden Funeral Home, Bastrop.
Paul, Marvyn Trisler: 2 p.m. Sunday, Eva Church of God, Monterey.
Reese, Lt. Col. Frellsen: 11 a.m. today, Mulhearn Funeral Home, Rayville.
Stubblefield, Rachel R.: 2 p.m. Sunday, Mount Zion Baptist Church, Delhi.
Taylor, James: 2 p.m. Sunday, Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville.
Williams, Ida: 1 p.m. today, Antioch Baptist Church, Monroe
February 4, 2007 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201
MICHAEL JAMES NASTASI Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road, Monroe, LA Funeral services for Michael James Nastasi, 56, of Monroe, LA will be held at 10:00AM Monday, February 5, 2007, in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe, LA with Rev. Joseph Puthuppally officiating. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery in Monroe, LA. Mr. Nastasi was born November 26, 1950 in Quantico, VA and passed away Thursday, February 1, 2007, at LSU Medical Center in Shreveport, LA. He was a resident of Monroe for over thirty-five years and was a U.S. Navy veteran. Mr. Nastasi is survived by his father, Retired Col. USMC Joe Nastasi of Monroe, LA; brothers, James Nastasi of Baton Rouge, LA, and Joseph Nastasi, Jr. and wife Donna of Minden, LA; sister, Rose-Mary Wilcher and husband Mark of Rocky Branch, LA; son, Michael Storm Bryant of Downsville, LA; nieces and nephews, Christopher and Rachel Nastasi and Whitney and Wesley Wilcher. Pallbearers will be Downey Black, Eric Black, Mark Wilcher, John Cameron, Dan McDuff, and William Moran. Visitation will be Monday from 9:00AM until service time at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to Ouachita Council on Aging or to St. Vincent DePaul Pharmacy. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome .com
CHARLES R. "DICK" PEELER Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road, Monroe, LA Mr. Charles R. "Dick" Peeler passed away at St. Francis Medical Center after a courageous battle against injury and illness on Thursday, February 1, 2007. Mr. Peeler was born May 15, 1923 in Gloversville, NY. He graduated from Wallkill High School where he was a member of the choir and the student government. He was the official artist and lay-out designer for the high school yearbook. Mr. Peeler served four years in the U. S. Army for his country in WWII, including being in the first wave of U.S. soldiers to invade Normandy at Omaha Beach on D-Day, as well as the Northern France Rhineland area. He was awarded medals of good conduct and the sharp shooter badge. Mr. Peeler worked as a tool and dye design engineer for McDonnell Douglas Aircraft in Long Beach, CA. He then went on to become a senior design engineer for the I.T.T. Corporation until his retirement. Mr. Peeler was preceded in death by his mother, Mary Griffin, and by his loving and devoted wife and best friend, Harriette. They were very happily married for forty-eight years, and he often referred to her as "the best thing that ever happened to him." Together they raised eight children. He was first of all, a man of great integrity, and a loving devoted father, husband and grandfather. He filled our lives with his presence of love. He had a unique gift with all living creatures, even "wild" animals and birds who "adopted" him through the years. He was an avid gardener and everything he planted bloomed under his gentle touch. He was also an artist and an accomplished woodcrafts-man and an advisor for Handyman Club & Magazine of America. He was beloved by family and friends alike, and will always be remembered for his examples of integrity, love, and strength of character. Mr. Peeler is survived by his sons, Thomas Kelley, Scott Peeler, Danny Peeler, and Richard Peeler; daughters, Jeanette Kelley, Sandra Blackburn, Marie Paloma, and Joy Novak; and numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren. He especially loved his daughter-in-law, Angela Peeler, who lovingly cared for him after his wife's passing and through his illness. Funeral services will be at 2:00 PM Monday, February 5, 2006, in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe, with Rev. Gerald Lewis officiating. Interment will follow in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery. Visitation will be held on Sunday, February 4, 2007 from 4:30PM until 7:00PM at the funeral home. Pallbearers will be Slagle McGuffie, Woody Manning, Marvin Allen, Rochelle "Roe" Morris, Edward Hudson, and Tommy Lewis. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome .com
Evelyn Odom Barfield, 96
FARMERVILLE — Evelyn Odom Barfield, a retired teacher, died Saturday. Services are 10 a.m. Monday at Farrar Funeral Home, Farmerville. Visitation is 2-4 p.m. today at the funeral home. Burial will be in Beulah Baptist Church Cemetery.
Margarette Bostick, 83
BASTROP — Margarette Bostick, a homemaker, died Friday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Cox Funeral Home, Bastrop. Burial will be in Pilgrim's Rest Cemetery, Bastrop.
Patricia M. Burns, 58
BERNICE — Patricia M. Burns, a homemaker, died Friday. Services are 2 p.m. Monday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Farmerville. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. today at the funeral home. Burial will be in Pleasant Valley Cemetery, Downsville.
Annie Marie Coleman, 54
Annie Marie Coleman of West Monroe, a homemaker, died Friday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Smith Funeral Home, Monroe.
Jimmie Harris, 68
Jimmie Harris of Monroe, a laborer, died Tuesday. Services are 1 p.m. Monday at Smith Funeral Home, Monroe. Visitation is 2-6 p.m. today. Burial will be in Powell Street Cemetery, Monroe.
Charles Richardson, 81
Charles "C.L." Richardson, an auto mechanic, died Friday. Services are 2 p.m. Monday at Owens Memorial Chapel Funeral Home, Ruston. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. today. Burial will be in Cook Cemetery, Ruston.
Linnie Mae Theriot, 59
GILBERT — Linnie Mae Theriot, a homemaker, died Friday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home, Winnsboro. Burial will be in Ogden Cemetery, Liddieville.
Timothy Tillotson, 19
RAYVILLE — Timothy Aaron Tillotson, a rigger, died Friday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Rayville.
Nettie F. Woodall, 79
Nettie Ferrier Woodall of West Monroe, a homemaker, died Friday. Graveside services are 2 p.m. today at Providence Cemetery, Ringgold. Arrangements are under the direction of Rose-Neath Funeral Home, Minden.
Previously acknowledged
Bailey, Alex Jr.: 2 p.m. today, True Light Baptist Church, Winnsboro.
Dickey, Daniel Lavonne: 2 p.m. today, Urania Pentecostal Church.
Gill, Martha: 11 a.m. Tuesday, Lake St. John Baptist Church.
Jynes, Joshua Sr.: 1 p.m. today, Mount Zion Church of Christ Holiness, Wisner.
Paul, Marvyn Trisler: 2 p.m. today, Eva Church of God, Monterey.
Porter, Herbert Lamar: 2 p.m. today, Goodwill Baptist Church, Oak Grove.
Reese, Lt. Col. Frellsen: 11 a.m. today, Mulhearn Funeral Home, Rayville.
Rivers, Monica: 1 p.m. Monday, Beulah Baptist Church, Farmerville.
Stubblefield, Rachel R.: 2 p.m. today, Mount Zion Baptist Church, Delhi.
Taylor, James: 2 p.m. today, Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville
February 5, 2007 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201
MR. CARLTON L. CHAMBLEE Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road, Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mr. Carlton L. Chamblee, 77, of Monroe, will be at 10:00AM Tuesday, February 6, 2007, at the Lakeshore Baptist Church, Monroe, with Rev. William L. Smith officiating. Interment will follow in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Mr. Chamblee was born in Mangham, LA and passed away on Saturday, February 3, 2007 at St. Francis North Hospital. He served with the United States Air Force during the Korean Conflict and worked thirty-eight years as a Switchman for the Illinois Central Railroad. He was a member of the Lakeshore Baptist Church. He was preceded in death by his parents, Murphy and Mattie Chamblee of Rayville, LA, sister, Willie Mae Lilya; and brother, Preston Chamblee. Mr. Chamblee is survived by his wife of fifty-eight years, Opal Jackson Chamblee; sons, Steve Chamblee and wife Carol of Satsuma, AL, and Stanley L. Chamblee and wife Donna of Calhoun, LA; grandsons, Michael Chamblee and wife Janelle, Kevin Chamblee and wife Brandi, Jason Chamblee, Andrew Chamblee and Kalan Chamblee; granddaughters, Chrissy Dickson and JoDanna Chamblee; great grandchildren, Kali and Kathlin Dickson, and Jesse, Stephen, and Alana Chamblee; sisters, Estelle Nicholson and husband Garland, Inez Allen and husband Huey, and Shirley Marble and husband Bob; and brothers, Billy Chamblee, and Raymond Chamblee and wife Nell. Visitation will be Monday from 5:00PM until 7:00PM at the funeral home. Mr. Chamblee's family would like for him to be remembered as a patient, kind, gentle spirit who will be dearly missed. In lieu of flowers, the family wishes memorials be made to the Lakeshore Baptist Church, 308 Lakeshore Drive, Monroe, LA 71203. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com
MRS. CAROLYN HUTSON GAYLE Robinson Funeral Home Sulphur, LA Funeral services for Mrs. Carolyn Hutson Gayle, 74, of Sulphur, LA will be held at 2:00PM Tuesday, February 6, 2007 at Robison Funeral Home Chapel. Dr. David Holder will officiate. Burial will follow in Mimosa Pines Cemetery, off of 27 South, Carlyss, LA under the direction of Robison Funeral Home, 107 West Napoleon St., Sulphur, LA. Visitation will begin Monday, February 5, 2007 from 3:00PM until 9:00PM and on Tuesday, February 6, 2007 from 8:00AM until time of service at the funeral home. Mrs. Gayle passed away on Saturday, February 3, 2007, in West Monroe, LA. She was a native of Marion, LA, and a lifelong resident of Sulphur, LA. She graduated from Sulphur High School Class of 1950 and she was a Homemaker. Mrs. Gayle was a Pink Lady at West Calcasieu Cameron Hospital and a member of Beta Sigma Phi Sorority. Carolyn was adored by her family and friends and her grace and beauty will forever remain imprinted on our hearts. She is preceded in death by her husband: Mr. Frank R. Gayle Jr. The family will serve as Pallbearers. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to a charity of choice. Survivors include: 3 sons: Mr. Paul E. Gayle & wife Deborah Sulphur, LA, Mr. Phillip A. Gayle & wife Shannon Monroe, LA,Mr. Kenneth R. Gayle & fiancée Rachel Broussard MossBluff, LA; 1 brother: Jerry Hutson Hulbert, OK; 1 sister: Mary Grace Fierrie Lake Charles, LA; 7 grandchildren: Amber, Paul Jr., Jennifer, Katie, Phillip Jr., Travis, and Mack; and great grandson: Greyson; and numerous nieces and nephews. The family would like to give special thanks to the staff of Arbor and Terrace, West Monroe, LA for the loving care and compassion given to Mrs. Gayle during her illness.
MR. FRED M. LINDSAY Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mr. Fred M. Lindsay, 77, of Calhoun, LA will be held at 10:00AM, Tuesday, February 6, 2007, at Clark Springs Baptist Church, hwy 546, with Rev. William "Dub" A. Massey, and Rev. Jimmy D. Pitson officiating. Interment will follow at Monroe Memorial Park Cemetery, Monroe, LA, under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Mr. Lindsay was born July 24, 1929 in Downsville, LA and passed away February 4, 2007 in West Monroe, LA. Mr. Lindsay was retired from L.T.I. after being a coach, teacher, and superintendent. He was retired from the Louisiana National Guard, and a Deacon at Clark Springs Baptist Church. Mr. Lindsay is survived by wife: Betty Lindsay of Calhoun, LA, son Scott Lindsay and wife Vickie of Memphis, TN, grandsons Carter Lindsay and Ricky Walker, sisters Winnie Mae Lindsay, Doris McNeil, and Flora Strittman and husband James, brother Kenyon Lindsay and wife Marie all of West Monroe. Pallbearers will be Jeff Wood, Dickie Cole, Jerry Ford, Phillip Arthur, Larry Hall, Jack Brantley, Shelby McManus, and John Bennett Visitation will be Monday from 5:00PM until 8:00PM at Clarks Springs Baptist Church in Calhoun, LA.
Irene Juanita Adams, 86
ST. JOSEPH — Irene Juanita Adams died Saturday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Rockett-Nettles Funeral Home, Coushatta. Burial will be in Bethany Cemetery, Coushatta.
Arvilla Lee Gilchrist Bryant, 73
Arvilla Lee Gilchrist Bryant, a homemaker of Monroe, died Sunday. Services are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Monroe.
Carolyn Hutson Gayle, 74
SULPHUR — Carolyn Hutson Gayle, a homemaker formerly of Marion, died Saturday. Services are 2 p.m. Tuesday at Robison Funeral Home, Sulphur. Burial will be in Mimosa Pines Cemetery, Carlyss. Visitation is 3-9 p.m. today and 8 a.m. until service time Tuesday at the funeral home.
Stephen K. Grant, 50
JONESVILLE — Steven K. Grant, a Mud engineer with Baroid, died Sunday. Services are 2 p.m. Tuesday at Liberty Worship Center. Burial will be in Heard Cemetery, Manifest, under the direction of Young's Funeral Home, Ferriday.
Milstred Odom Harty, 85
BERNICE — Milstred Odom Harty, a homemaker, died Sunday. Graveside services are 11 a.m. Tuesday at Mount Union Cemetery, Spearsville. Visitation is 6-8 p.m. today at Methodist Church, Bernice.
Michael James Nastasi, 56
Michael James Nastasi, retired from the Monroe Housing Authority, of Monroe, died Thursday. Services are 10 a.m. today at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery. Visitation is 9-10 a.m. today at the funeral home.
Charles R. 'Dick' Peeler, 83
Charles R. 'Dick' Peeler, a retired tool and dye engineer of Monroe, died Thursday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Monroe.
Charles 'C.L.' Richardson, 81
Charles "C.L." Richardson, an auto mechanic of Monroe, died Friday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Owens Memorial Chapel, Ruston. Burial will be in Cook Cemetery, Ruston.
Martha 'Nell' Pippens Schue, 79
PLANO, Texas — Martha "Nell" Pippens Schue, a homemaker formerly of Oak Grove, died Saturday. Services are 2 p.m. Tuesday at Cox Funeral Home, Oak Grove. Burial will be in Oak Grove Cemetery. Visitation is noon-6 p.m. today at the funeral home.
Juanita Joyce Terry, 85
HARRISONBURG — Juanita Joyce Terry died Sunday. Services are incomplete under the direction of Young's Funeral Home, Ferriday.
Timothy Tillotson, 19
RAYVILLE — Timothy Aaron Tillotson, a rigger, died Friday. Services are 10 a.m. today at Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Rayville. Burial will be in Stevenson Cemetery, Rayville.
Previously acknowledged
Barfield, Evelyn Odom: 10 a.m. today, Farrar Funeral Home, Farmerville.
Burns, Patricia M.: 2 p.m. today, Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Farmerville.
Gill, Martha: 11 a.m. Tuesday, Lake St. John Baptist Church.
Harris, Jimmie: 1 p.m. today, Smith Funeral Home, Monroe.
Richardson, Charles "C.L.": 2 p.m. today, Owens Memorial Chapel Funeral Home, Ruston.
Rivers, Monica: 1 p.m. today, Beulah Baptist Church, Farmerville
February 6, 2007 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201
MR. JAMES MURRELL ORR SR. Golden Funeral Home Bastrop, LA Funeral services for Mr. James Murrell Orr, Sr., age 87, are scheduled for 11 a.m. Wednesday, February 7, 2007, at First Baptist Church in Bastrop with Rev. Jim Ingram and Dr. L.H. McCollough officiating. Interment will follow in Christ Church Cemetery, Bastrop. Visitation will be held Tuesday evening at Golden Funeral Home from 5-7 p.m. Mr. Orr, a resident of Bastrop, passed away Sunday February 4, 2007, at the Northeast Louisiana War Veterans Home in Monroe. He was an Army and Navy veteran of World War II, having served from 1940-1945. He was self employed from 1945 as a truck lessor before retiring in 1987. He was a longtime member of First Baptist Church in Bastrop, where he served as a deacon, Sunday School superintendent, and taught the five year old Sunday School class for 25 years. He is preceded in death by his wife of 57 years, Elizabeth K. Orr; parents, M.V. & Virginia Orr; sister, Elizabeth Tarver; and brother, George N. Orr. Mr. Orr is survived by his daughter, Ginni Burford & husband Lee of Monroe; two sons, James M. Orr, Jr. & wife Michelle of Fairhope, Al, David K. Orr & wife Phyllis of Annapolis, MD; two sisters, Virginia Ferguson of Bastrop, Nancy LeTard of Westlake, LA; nine grandchildren, Trey Orr, Erin Orr, Elizabeth Orr, Mindy Adams & husband Bryan, LeAnne Haley & husband Kendall, Ashley Murray & husband Patrick, Nikki Orr, Justin Orr, Casey Orr; two great grandchildren, Fisher Adams, Eileen Murray; numerous nieces & nephews. Serving as pallbearers will be Bryan Adams, Kendall Haley, Patrick Murray, Justin Orr, Nelson Orr, and Douglas Yarbrough. Honorary pallbearers will be members of the Ambassador Sunday School class. He was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and friend. He will be missed by all who knew him.
MRS. JUANITA JOYCE "MAMMY" TERRY Young's Funeral Home Ferriday, LA. In celebration of life of Mrs. Juanita Joyce "Mammy" Terry, services will be held at 11:00 AM on Wednesday, February 7, 2007, at the First Baptist Church of Harrisonburg, LA. Reid Terry, Ralph Webber, and Thomy Green will officiate the service with interment in the Harrisonburg Cemetery. The wake will be Tuesday, February 6, 2007 from 5:00 P.M. to 9:00 P.M. Mrs. Terry, 85, died at the Rapides Regional Medical Center, February 3, 2007 Survivors include her husband of 60 years James Herbert Terry. Her children Malcolm Terry and wife Kay, Greg Terry and wife Sharron, and Ken Terry and wife Lucy all of Harrisonburg. Daughters Janell Agan and husband Steve of Lead, South Dakota, DeAnise Iles and husband Curt of Dry Creek, LA.: 13 grand children and 8 great grandchildren and her sister Bernice Murry, sister-in-law- Mattie Lee Joyce. Mrs. Terry graduated from LA Tech and was a home economic teacher and home economist for LSU Extension Service. She also was active in the family business, Terry Hardware & Lumber Co. and owner of The Fabric and Gift Shoppe. She was a member of First Baptist Church of Harrisonburg where she taught Sunday school and was a member of the church choir. She enjoyed cooking, making birthday cakes, and making candy with her husband. She also loved music and serving others. Pall bears will be Adam Terry, Matthew Thompson, Daniel Terry, Lee McGuffee, Ron Bruit, Terry Iles, Clay Iles, Clint Iles, Gary Joyce and Brandon Smith Honorary Pall bears will be Ray Roberts, CF Routon, Jr., Lamar Wyles, Robert Oliphant, Joe Holloway, George McGuffee, Slagle McGuffee, Harp McDowell and Jerry Philley In lieu of flowers, Memorials may be made to the First Baptist Church of Harrisonburg. To leave an online condolence for the family please visit www.youngsfh.com
IDA LEE DAVIS WHITE Rose-Neath Funeral Home Bossier, LA Ida Lee Davis White, 56, was born on September 5, 1950 in Start, LA and went to be with her Lord on February 4, 2007. Funeral services will be held Wednesday, February 7, 2007 at 10 a.m. in Rose-Neath's Bossier Chapel. Officiating will be Bro Kevin Hathorn of Oak Hill Baptist Church. Interment will be at 2 p.m. in New Salem Cemetery, Girard, LA. Funeral home visitation will be Tuesday, February 6, 2007 from 5 p.m. until 8 p.m. at Rose-Neath Funeral Home in Bossier City, LA. Mrs. White was born and raised on a family farm the middle child of seven siblings. She shared many laughs and memories and loved very much. In 1968 she graduated from Start High where she was involved in athletics and started on the girls basketball team. She earned her Bachelor's Degree in Elementary Education from Northeast Louisiana University. Following graduation she taught at Plain Dealing Academy for 17 years and then at Benton Elementary and Middle Schools for 16 years. She loved teaching children, it was truly her calling. She treated all of the children equally and had special relationships with her students Ida married Billy Terrell White on June 23, 1972. They were married 34 years and had two children. They were definitely her pride and joy. She was more than a mother, she was a friend that put everything she had into her children. She was a faithful member of Oak Hill Baptist Church and had a deep love for her church family who helped carry her through her battle with cancer. She had an unwavering faith in her Lord Jesus Christ and is now resting in his arms. Her parents Forrest "Cole" and Merrell Davis preceded her in death. Surviving Ida are her husband, Billy T. White; daughter, Lynda Gail White; son, Steven White; sister, Colette Geddes and husband Ronnie; brothers, Bo Davis and wife Bonnie, Chuck Davis and wife Joy, David Davis and wife Mary, Rick Davis and wife Paula, Robert Davis and wife Lynn and a host of nieces, nephews, great nieces and great nephews who adored her. Pallbearers will be her nephews, Jeffrey Davis, Jason Davis, Austin Davis, Cole Davis, Paul Davis and Cameron Taylor. The family would like to thank everyone who helped out and comforted her throughout this time. She had a great sense of humor through all she went through and will be missed dearly.
Maurine Ampy, 80
Maurine Ampy of Monroe, a homemaker, died Sunday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Zion Travelers Baptist Church, Monroe. Visitation is 1-6 p.m. Friday at Miller Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens.
Carlton L. Chamblee, 77
Carlton L. Chamblee of Monroe, a retired switchman with Illinois Central Railroad, died Saturday. Services are 10 a.m. today at Lakeshore Baptist Church. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe.
Lawrence Cook, 62
Lawrence Cook of Monroe, a truck driver, died Friday. Services are 1 p.m. today at Hester Central State Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens.
Mada Marie Gibson, 43
Mada Marie Gibson of Monroe, a homemaker, died Sunday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Funerals by McFarland, Monroe.
Martha Gill, 72
LAKE ST. JOHN — Martha Gill, a homemaker, died Jan. 30. Services are 11 a.m. today at Lake St. John Baptist Church. Burial will be in the church cemetery under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville.
Milstred Odom Harty, 85
BERNICE — Milstred Odom Harty, a homemaker, died Sunday. Graveside services are 11 a.m. today at Mount Union Cemetery, Spearsville. Arrangements are under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Farmerville.
Bobbie Jackson, 52
TALLULAH — Bobbie Jackson died Monday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville.
Lucille Laing, 64
BERNICE — Lucille Laing, a customer service manager at Wal-Mart, died Monday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Farrar Funeral Home, Farmerville.
Fred M. Lindsay, 77
EROS — Fred M. Lindsay, a retired correctional officer, died Sunday. Services are 10 a.m. today at Clarks Springs Baptist Church. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.
Marvin Neal Lipp, 97
OAK GROVE — Marvin Neal Lipp, editor and owner of the West Carroll Gazette, died Sunday. Services are 2 p.m. Thursday at First Baptist Church, Oak Grove. Visitation is Wednesday at Cox Funeral Home, Oak Grove. Burial will be in Oak Grove Cemetery.
Katie Lee Livingston, 89
BASTROP — Katie Lee "Tatum" Livingston, a homemaker, died Sunday. Services are 2 p.m. Wednesday at Golden Funeral Home, Bastrop. Visitation is 5-9 p.m. today at the funeral home. Burial will be in New Salem Cemetery, Richland Parish.
Sarah Ann Miller, 56
MARION — Sarah Ann Miller died Saturday. A private memorial service will be held at a later date. Arrangements are under the direction of Farrar Funeral Home, Farmerville.
Previously acknowledged
Gayle, Carolyn Hutson: 2 p.m. today, Robison Funeral Home, Sulphur.
Grant, Steven K.: 2 p.m. today, Liberty Worship Center.
Schue, Martha "Nell" Pippens: 2 p.m. today, Cox Funeral Home, Oak Grove
February 7, 2007 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201
ARVILLA LEE GILCHRIST BRYANT Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Rd. Monroe, LA Service for Mrs. Arvilla Lee Gilchrist Bryant, 73, of Monroe, LA, will be held at 10:00AM Friday, February 9, 2007, at Mulhearn Memorial Park Mausoleum with Rev. Wesley Daniels officiating. Interment will follow in Mulhearn Memorial Park Mausoleum under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Rd. Monroe. Mrs. Bryant passed away on February 4, 2007, at her residence. Survivors include her husband, Lamar Bryant; two sons, Horval Lamar Bryant, Jr. and wife Janet of Cypress, CA; and James Lee Bryant of Monroe, LA; three grand- children; sister, Geraldine Noll of Aurora, MO; and brother, Donald Gilchrist of Irvin, CA. Visitation will be from 5:00PM until 7:00PM Thursday at Mulhearn Funeral Home. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com
LUCILLE S. LAING Farrar Funeral Home Farmerville, LA. Funeral services for Lucille S. Laing, age 64 of Farmerville, will be held at 2:00PM on Thursday, February 8, 2007 at Farrar Funeral Home Chapel with Bros. Woody Reeder & Johnny Hankins officiating. Interment will follow at Mt. Tabor Cemetery under the direction of Farrar Funeral Home of Farmerville. Mrs. Laing, a CSM at Wal-Mart in Farmerville, died on February 5, 2007. She was a member of Lake D'Arbonne Chapel in Farmerville. Survivors are her husband, Marvin R. Laing of Farmerville; 4 sons: Leon J. Whisenhunt of Idaho; Robert Laing & wife, Roslyn of Farmerville; Larry G. Whisenhunt & wife, Jackie of CA. and Jeffery D. Laing; 1 daughter: LaDonna Sandifer & husband, James of North Richland Hills, TX.; 1 brother: Joey Serpa of CA.; 1 sister: Dolly Rivaldi of CA.; 9 grandchildren and 6 great grand children. Pallbearers are Jason Baker, Roy Ross, Terry Morris, Ricky Morris, Scotty Key and Tandy Key. Visitation will be 5:00-8:00pm Wednesday at Farrar Funeral Home. Friends may send online messages to the family at www.farrarfh.com.
MARVIN N. LIPP Cox Funeral Home Oak Grove, LA Funeral services for Mr. Marvin Neal Lipp, 97, of Oak Grove, LA will be at 2:00PM, Thursday, February 8, 2007, at First Baptist Church, Oak Grove with the pastor, Rev. Carl Gulde officiating. Burial will follow at Oak Grove cemetery under the direction of Cox Funeral Home, Oak Grove. Mr. Lipp was born in Pioneer, LA on March 15, 1909 and passed away on Sunday, February 4, 2007, at Plantation Health Care Center in Lake Jackson, TX. Mr. Lipp was publisher of The West Carroll Gazette for 45 years and also published The Franklin Sun and Delhi Dispatch newspapers during his business career. His 1932 West Carroll Gazette was named Louisiana's most outstanding weekly newspaper by the Louisiana Press Association, and in 1974 he received the LPA'S President's award for outstanding service. Always active in and supportive of Oak Grove and West Carroll Parish, Mr. Lipp was instrumental in attracting industry, drainage, and hospital service for the parish. He also was an active member of Oak Grove Lions Club and the Masonic Lodge. Mr. Lipp was a past president of Louisiana Press Association. During World War II, he served as co-chairman of the parish's War Finance Committee. He also served on state and congressional advisory boards. He was preceded in death by his loving wife of 69 years, Geraldine Fitzgerald Lipp; parents Leopold and Anna Mabel Lipp; brothers, Kenneth and Marion T. "Hawk" Lipp; sisters, Lucille Jarrell and Edith Foss, and son-in-law, Roy Wayne Vining. Mr. Lipp is survived by a devoted daughter, Martha Anna Vining, Lake Jackson, TX, grandchildren, Deborah Elaine Atkins and Michael Wayne Atkins, Lake Jackson, TX, Martha Susan Hoopes and Stephen Douglas Hoopes, Chicago, IL and great grandchildren, Courtney Delaine Atkins of Lake Jackson, TX and Ashley Morgan Hoopes and Alexander Brinton Hoopes, of Chicago, IL; nephew, Dr. Guthrie Jarrell, Jr., Monroe, LA; nieces Joanna Diboll, Pass Christian, MS and Marilou Dennis, Natchez, MS. Visitation will be Wednesday, February 7, from 4:00PM to 7:00PM at Cox Funeral Home.
WALTER B. REED, JR. Rabenhorst Funeral Home East Baton Rouge, LA I know your life on earth was troubled And only you could know the pain You weren't afraid to face the devil You were no stranger to the rain Go rest high on that mountain Son, your work on earth is done Go to heaven a shoutin' Love for the Father and Son After a courageous battle with cancer, Walt, age 55, passed away Monday, February 5, 2007, while surrounded by friends and family. Walt was a resident of Baton Rouge and a native of Monroe, LA. He leaves to cherish his memory his mother, LaVerne Reed, of Baton Rouge; two sisters, Donna Carlisle and her husband Bill, and Jan Rome and her husband Robbie, both of Baton Rouge, three nephews, John David Carlisle, Rob Rome, and Jimmy Rome, all of Baton Rouge; two nieces, Jana D. Carlisle of Cutoff, LA, and Christy L. Carlisle of Baton Rouge; two great-nephews, Jordan and Jace; and a host of other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his father, Walter B. Reed, Sr. The family requests that visiting hours be observed on Wednesday, February 7, from 5 pm to 8:00PM at Rabenhorst Funeral Home East, 11000 Florida Boulevard, Baton Rouge and on Thursday, February 8 from 1:00PM until religious services at 2:00PM at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, 1321 North 7th Street, West Monroe. Interment following the service will be at Hasley Cemetery in West Monroe.
Ethel Gilmore, 99
LAKE PROVIDENCE — Ethel Gilmore, a homemaker, died Saturday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Cane Ridge No. Two Baptist Church, Lake Providence. Visitation is 1-6 p.m. Friday at Brannum Funeral Home, Lake Providence. Burial will be in Gaither Memorial Cemetery, Lake Providence.
Laurel Hilton, 62
CONROE, Texas — Laurel Hilton, formerly of West Monroe, an office manager of the Eye Clinic of Monroe, died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.
Marvin Neal Lipp, 97
OAK GROVE — Marvin Neal Lipp, the former West Carroll Gazette owner and editor, died Sunday. Services are 2 p.m. Thursday at First Baptist Church, Oak Grove. Visitation is 4-7 p.m. at Cox Funeral Home, Oak Grove. Burial will be in Oak Grove Cemetery.
Sudie Mae Meadows, 85
LAKE PROVIDENCE — Sudie Mae Meadows, a homemaker, died Saturday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at Lake Providence High School Auditorium. Visitation is 1-5 p.m Friday at Brannum Funeral Home, Lake Providence and wake services from 7-8 p.m. Friday at Mount Wade Baptist Church, Monticello. Burial will be in the church cemetery.
Emilio Ortiz Rivera, 79
Emilio Ortiz Rivera of Monroe, a grocery store manager, died Tuesday. Services are 11 a.m. Friday at Hester Central State Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens.
Myrtle H. Skeen, 86
Myrtle H. Skeen, a retired employee of Central State Life Insurance Co., died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe.
Earl Thomas Jr., 83
Earl Thomas Jr. of Monroe, an insurance salesman, died Monday. Services are noon Saturday at Progressive Baptist Church, Monroe. Visitation is 5-6 p.m. Friday at Hester Central State Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens.
Previously acknowledged
Ampy, Maurine: 11 a.m. Saturday, Zion Travelers Baptist Church, Monroe.
Lipp, Marvin Neal: 2 p.m. Thursday, First Baptist Church, Oak Grove.
Livingston, Katie Lee "Tatum": 2 p.m. today, Golden Funeral Home, Bastrop
February 8, 2007 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201
MYRTLE H. SKEEN Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Rd. Monroe, LA Funeral services for Myrtle H. Skeen, 86, of Monroe, will be at 10:00AM Friday, February 9, 2007, at Lea Joyner Memorial United Methodist Church in Monroe with Rev. Weldon Bares, Rev. Joe Solomon, Rev. Issac Patton, and Rev. Betty Swanson officiating. Interment will follow in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe, LA. Mrs. Skeen passed away Tuesday, February 6, 2007, at St. Francis Hospital after a brief illness. She was born June 4, 1920 in LaSalle Parish to the union of Robert and Sally Hudnall. Mrs. Skeen was retired from Central State Life Insurance Company. She was an active member of Lea Joyner Memorial United Methodist Church and was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and great grandmother who loved to cook and take care of her family. She was preceded in death by her parents, Robert and Sally Hudnall; four brothers, Fred, Robbie, Nelson, and Quitman Hudnall; and six sisters, Laura Bradford, Betty Hudnall, Eunice Slay, Maggie Edwards, Bobbie Darsey, and Pat Tarver. Mrs. Skeen is survived by her husband of almost 63 years, Joe R. Skeen; two sons, Jimmy Skeen and wife Ila, and Jack Skeen and wife Theresa; four grandchildren, Traci Jordan and husband Steve, Bobby Skeen, Jay Skeen and wife Jennifer, and Jessica Skeen; three great grandchildren, Cade and Cody Jordan, and Josie Skeen all of Monroe; 2 step-great grandchildren, Tasha and Madeline Jordan of Bastrop; one sister, Mrs. Imogene Whatley of Summerville, LA; and one brother-in-law, Frank Darsey of Shreveport. Pallbearers will be Bobby Skeen, Jay Skeen, Ricky Hudnall, Ronnie "Bo" Hudnall, Donnie Hudnall, Doug Dunn, Jack Dollins, and Don Davis. Honorary pallbearers will be Wallace Hudnall, Chuck Whatley, and Cotton Tharp. Visitation will be Thursday, February 8, 2007, from 5:00PM until 8:00PM at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. The family would like to extend a much heartfelt thank you to Dr. Kerry Anders for all the many years that he took such loving care of Mammaw. You were more than just her doctor, you were her friend. To Dr. Charles Morgan and the staff of St. Francis Specialty Hospital, especially nurses, Melody, Tonda, Cindy, Linda, Sherree, and Yolanda. And a very special thanks to Angela Turner, the very best sitter we could have asked for. Thank you for taking such good care of her when we couldn't be there. Also, a very special thanks to the ICU at St. Francis North, nurses Autumn, Priscilla, and Sharon, and also the staff on telemetry, especially Zina, who was such a big help. Memorials may be made to Lea Joyner Memorial United Methodist Church or the charity of your choice. We love you Mammaw and will miss you every single day. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com
C.A. "SONNY" BURNEY Feb. 19, 1916-Feb. 3, 2007 Mr. Burney passed Sat. Feb. 3 at St. Francis Medical Center at the age of 90. He was founder and former owner of Burney's Furniture in Swartz. He donated his body to LSU Medical Center. A Memorial Service will be held Saturday February 10, 2007 at 1:00PM at the First Baptist Church of Swartz on Hwy 139 officiated by Rev. Perry Sanders of Lafayette. He is preceded in death by his wife Gertha, his parents, 2 sisters, 1 brother, 1 grandchild. Survivors are son and daughter-in-law Luther and Marilyn Burney of Lafayette; daughters and son-in-law Pamela and Bobby Phillips of Rayville, Barbara and Bill Gimler of Swartz; 9 grandchildren, 18 great grandchildren, 2 great great grandchildren. The family thanks the Guest House of West Monroe, Dr. Gregory Green and staff and Hospice of LA for their care of Mr. Burney. Memorials to the "United We Build" fund of First Baptist Church of Swartz will be appreciated. Visitation time of 10:00AM until service at the church by the family.
NORMAN RUBE ADAMS Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Rd. Monroe, LA Services for Infant Norman Rube Adams, six weeks old, will be held 1:00PM Friday, February 9, 2007, at Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Church with Rev. Job Edathinatt officiating. A Private family graveside will be held at Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Rd. Monroe. Rube passed away on February 6, 2007, at the Children's Hospital in New Orleans, LA. He was preceded in death by his paternal grandfather, Rube Russell Adams. Survivors include his parents, Richard and Missy Adams of Monroe, LA; maternal grandparents, Norman and Virginia Freebeck of Alexandria, LA; paternal grandmother, Anna C. Adams of Glenwood, AR; brother, Michael Ryan Adams and many aunts, uncles, and cousins. Visitation will be from 12:30PM until service time at Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Church. In Lieu of flowers memorials may be made to the March of Dimes. Richard and Missy wish to thank all their friends and family for the love, support, and prayers they have given to our family. The Adams family also would like to extend their gratitude to the staff of St. Francis NICU. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com
MRS. FRANCES SUE EVANS Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Graveside services for Mrs. Frances Sue Evans, 67, of West Monroe, LA will be at 2:00PM, Friday, February 9, 2007 at Bayou Macon Cemetery, Pioneer, LA with Sister Ann May Farmer officiating under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Mrs. Evans was born November 14, 1939 in Ouachita Parish, LA and passed away February 6, 2007 in West Monroe, LA. Mrs. Evans was preceded in death by her husband, James Evans, sons, Dale, Bo, and a brother, John Ray. Mrs. Evans is survived by her 12 children; Marshall, Kathryn, Beverly, Ann, Doris, Kathy, Shelia, Linda, Vickie, Sharon, Pam and Teresa; 28 grandchildren and 45 great grandchildren; and a sister, Ethel Waterhouse. Pallbearers will be Steve Howard, Adam Brister, James Waterhouse, Jon Hearne, Chris Hart and Ray Sullivan. Visitation will be Thursday, February 8, 2007 from 5:00PM until 8:00PM at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe, LA. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com
LAUREL I'DELL WHITE HILTON Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA In celebration of the life of Laurel I'dell White Hilton, services will be held at 2:00PM, Friday, February 9, 2007 in the chapel of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe with Mrs. Hilton's son officiating Rev. Steven Clay Hilton of Mid-Cities Community Church of Bedford, Texas. Interment to follow at Hasley Cemetery West Monroe, LA under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Mrs. Hilton was born April 14, 1945 in Minot, ND and died after a lengthy illness, at her son's home in Montgomery, TX on February 6, 2007. Mrs. Hilton was preceded in death by her husband Alvin Lavern Hilton of Monroe, LA and by her father Clemon Jerry White of West Monroe, LA. Laurel was a former resident of Monroe having retired from employment at the Eye Clinic of Joseph B. Barron, M.D. Laurel is survived by two sons; Alvin Lavern Hilton, Jr. and wife Karen of Montgomery, TX, Rev. Steven Clay Hilton and wife Cinnamon; grandson; Ethan Alvin Hilton of Montgomery, TX; granddaughters; Gracie, Ivy and Anna Hilton of Ft. Worth, TX; Mother; Mrs. Verna I White of West Monroe; sisters; Kim Andrews and Bonnie Grant of Monroe, Kristi Dowty of Parker, CO; brother; Captain Jerry Wade White, MD of San Diego, CA; numerous nieces and nephews. Visitation will be Thursday from 5:00PM until 8:00PM at Kilpatrick Funeral Home in West Monroe. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com
Arvilla L.G. Bryant, 73
Arvilla Lee Gilchrist Bryant of Monroe, a homemaker, died Sunday. Services are 10 a.m. Friday at Mulhearn Memorial Park Mausoleum, Monroe. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. today at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Mausoleum.
John William Bush, 71
John William Bush of West Monroe, a carpenter, died Wednesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.
Lucille S. Laing, 64
FARMERVILLE — Lucille S. Laing, a customer service manager at Wal-Mart, died Monday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Farrar Funeral Home, Farmerville. Burial will be in Mount Tabor Cemetery, Farmerville.
Dorothy Patterson, 90
Dorothy Marie Cook Patterson of West Monroe, a homemaker, died Tuesday. Visitation is 10-11 a.m. Saturday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Service arrangements are incomplete.
Irene Pilgreen, 90
DELHI — Irene Pilgreen, a homemaker, died Wednesday. Services are 10 a.m. Friday at Cox Funeral Home, Delhi. Visitation is 5-9 p.m. today at the funeral home. Burial will be in Crowville Masonic Cemetery, Crowville.
Inez Rayford, 98
LAKE PROVIDENCE — Inez Rayford, a homemaker, died Tuesday. Services are 1 p.m. Sunday at China Grove Baptist Church. Visitation is 1-5 p.m. Saturday at Harris Funeral Home, Lake Providence. Burial will be in China Grove Cemetery.
Walter B. Reed Jr., 55
BATON ROUGE — Walter B. Reed Jr., a salesman, died Monday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Visitation is 1 p.m. today until service time at the funeral home. Burial will be in Hasley Cemetery, West Monroe.
Gertie Mae Richardson, 93
DOWNSVILLE — Gertie Mae Richardson, a schoolteacher, died Wednesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.
Emma E.J. Roberts, 80
WINNSBORO — Emma Evelyn Johnston Roberts, a homemaker, died Tuesday. Services are 10 a.m. Friday at Boeuf River Baptist Church, Liddieville. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. today at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Winnsboro. Burial will be in Ogden Cemetery.
Beular Robinson, 102
WINNSBORO — Beular Robinson, a housewife, died Tuesday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at Winnsboro Second Baptist Church. Burial will be in Gethsemane Memorial Gardens, Winnsboro, under the direction of Richardson Funeral Home, Winnsboro.
Ethel Washington, 73
WINNSBORO — Ethel Washington, a housewife, died Jan. 31. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at New Zion Baptist Church, Peck. Burial will be in the church cemetery under the direction of Richardson Funeral Home, Winnsboro.
Previously acknowledged
Ampy, Maurine: 11 a.m. Saturday, Zion Travelers Baptist Church, Monroe.
Gilmore, Ethel: 11 a.m. Saturday, Cane Ridge No. 2 Baptist Church, Lake Providence.
Lipp, Marvin Neal: 2 p.m. today, First Baptist Church, Oak Grove.
Meadows, Sudie Mae: 1 p.m. Saturday, Lake Providence High School Auditorium, Lake Providence.
Rivera, Emilio Ortiz: 11 a.m. Friday, Hester Central State Funeral Home, Monroe.
Thomas, Earl Jr.: noon Saturday, Progressive Baptist Church, Monroe
February 9, 2007 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201
JOHN WILLIAM BUSH Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mr. John William Bush, 71, of West Monroe, LA will be held at 1:00 PM, Saturday, February 10, 2007, in the Chapel of the Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA, with Dr. Robert Holloway and Bro. Raymond Jones officiating. Interment will follow at Walnut Grove Cemetery in West Monroe, LA, under the direction of the Kilpatrick Funeral Home in West Monroe, LA. Mr. Bush was born August 25, 1935, in Ouachita Parish, LA and passed away February 7, 2007, in West Monroe, LA. A retired carpenter, Mr. Bush loved bluegrass music and was an avid fan of West Monroe High School football and the LSU Tigers and he served 9 years with the Louisiana National Guard. Mr. Bush is survived by his beloved wife of over 51 years, Evelyn Lovelady Bush; 3 daughters, Shelia Russell & husband Kenneth of Everton, MO, Rhonda Clark and husband Mike and Kimberly Graham and husband David, all of Eros; son, Randy Bush of West Monroe; 3 grandchildren: Tonia Daniel, Brent Russell, Kyle Powell; 3 great grandchildren; Lea and Cortland Daniel, and Hailey Russell; 4 step-grandchildren and 2 step great grandchildren; 3 sisters; Barbara Bounds, Aucil Lee Wink, and Carol McManus; 1 brother; Carl Bush, and other relatives and a host of friends. Pallbearers will be Brent Russell, Kyle Powell, Byron Daniel, David Graham, Jr., David Bounds and Garey Hamilton, Jr. Visitation will be on Friday from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM at Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com
GUYE CORLEY Rose-Neath Funeral Home Arcadia, LA Funeral services will be held for Guye Corley, 91, at First Baptist Church Arcadia, on February, 10, 2007, at 10:00AM Rev. Jeff Hoffman and Rev. Johnie Adkins will officiate. The family will receive friends at the funeral home from 5:00PM to 8:00PM Friday. Mr. Corley was born January 22, 1916, to Homer John and Emma Leshe Corley. He entered into rest February 7, 2007, at his home in Arcadia. Mr. Corley was a graduate of Ringgold High School and attended Northwestern State University and Louisiana Tech University. He was a member and Deacon of the First Baptist Church of Arcadia. He retired as the Deputy Clerk of Court for Bienville Parish with over forty years of service. Mr. Corley served in Navy during World War II and was member of the American Legion. He was also a big Louisiana Tech fan, especially the the Lady Techsters. He was preceded in death by his wife Sara Hammons Corley. He is survived by son John Corley and wife Susan of Simsboro, LA, two daughters. Karen Walker and husband David of Pinehurst, NC, and Sharon Fontenot and husband James of Lake Charles, LA, one sister Virginia Hebert of Shreveport, LA. Daddy Guye is also survived by five grandchildren: David Walker of Southern Pines, NC, Ashley and Tom Sharp of Cary, NC, Jim and Ranee Fontenot of Lake Charles, LA, Ryan and Nikki Fontenot of Lake Charles, LA, Jason and Katherine Corley of Allen, TX. and eight great-grandchildren Corley and Ryan Walker, Sara Elizabeth and Anna Sharp, and Andrew and Audra Fontenot, Macie Fontenot, and Kaleigh Corley. He is also survived one niece, Melissa Martin of Lake Charles, LA, and three nephews, Michael and wife Lynn McHenry of San Antonio, Tx, Greg and wife Lydia McHenry of Virgina Beach, VA, and Marty McHenry of Houston, TX. Pallbearers will be David Walker Jr., Jim Fontenot Jr., Ryan Fontenot, Jason Corley, Tom Sharp and Michael McHenry. Memorials may be made to First Baptist Church Arcadia 2249 Hazel St. Arcadia, LA. 71001.
MYRTIS BOWEN REPPOND HALL Farrar Funeral Home Farmerville, LA Myrtis Bowen Reppond Hall, 86, a native of Marion, LA, died on February 6, 2007, in Mountain Home, AR, where she had lived for the past several years. Mrs. Hall is preceded in death by her husbands, Curtis Reppond and Harris W. Hall. She is survived by sons Jim Reppond and wife, Murff, of Mountain Home, AR; Freddie Reppond and partner, Mark Landkamer, of San Francisco, CA; stepdaughter Anne Rene Redding, Orange City, FL; granddaughters Michele Elders and husband, Greg, of Mountain Home, AR, and Melanie Daigle and husband, Steve, of Plano, TX; grandson Bryan Reppond and wife, Allison, of Mountain Home, AR; as well as great-granddaughters Amanda and Allison Bonner and Lindsey Chelette. Graveside funeral services will be held at 11:00AM on Saturday, February 10, at Roark Cemetery in Marion, LA. Honorary pallbearers are: Clark Bowen, Roy Wayne Bowen, Dr. Grady Dugas, Daniel Green, Thad Pardue, and Randall Rupp. Visitation will be on Friday, February 9, from 6:00PM to 8:00PM, at Farrar Funeral Home, 312 Smith Street, Farmerville, LA. The family requests that any memorials be made to Marion United Methodist Church, P.O. Box 287, Marion, LA, 71260.
MRS. DOROTHY MARIE COOK PATTERSON Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Memorial Services for Mrs. Dorothy Marie Cook Patterson, 90, longtime resident of West Monroe, LA will be held at 11:00 A.M. Saturday, February 10, 2007 in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA with Rev. Charles Barley officiating. Mrs. Patterson was born on March 22, 1916 in Kenton Station, KY and died on February 6, 2007 at the Glenwood Regional Medical Center in West Monroe, LA. She was the youngest of eleven children and is preceded in death by her husband, Francis E. "Pat" Patterson, her parents, Johnson and Clara Cook and her ten siblings. Dorothy was part of the "Greatest Generation". She worked in the factory at Western Electric when women were called to work during WWII. She spent her life raising her family and supporting their interests, doing volunteer work and caring for others. She was awarded a lifetime membership of both the Glenwood Auxilary and the Louisiana PTA. Survivors include her three daughters, Lee Steckel and husband Jim of Spring, TX, Lail Patterson of Monroe, LA and Fran Patterson of Dallas, TX; grandchildren, Lindsey, Josh and Jordan Steckel and numerous nieces and nephews. Visitation will be from 10:00 A.M. until service time Saturday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe, LA. Memorials may be made to the Louisiana Baptist Children's Home or to the charity of your choice. We Love you Mimi and will miss you dearly. Online registry/condolences www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com
DR. JAMES C. MCDONALD Edmond's Funeral Home Jonesboro, LA Dr. James C. McDonald, 60 of Shreveport, LA, passed away on Wednesday, February 7, 2007. He was born in Jonesboro, LA on November 15, 1946. Dr. McDonald was a self-employed cosmetic surgeon. Visitation will be at Edmonds Funeral Home in Jonesboro, LA. on Saturday, February 10, 2007 from 4-7pm. Funeral services will be held on Sunday, February 11, 2007 at 2pm at Edmonds Funeral Home Chapel. Bro. Bill Strawbridge will officiate. Interment will follow at Jonesboro Cemetery in Jonesboro. Survivors include his brother Danny Ross McDonald and wife Mary Beth of Youngsville, LA. One niece Kristi Rose and husband Michael and a great-niece Kaitlyn of Youngsville, LA. He is also survived by a host of Aunts and Uncles and cousins. Dr. McDonald was preceded in death by his parents; Ross and Rookh McDonald. Pallbearers include Andy Shehee, Jim Gregory, Mark Pittman, Ken Meeks, Michael McDonald and Stephen Loupe.
GERTIE MAE WHITE RICHARDSON Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Gertie Mae Richardson, 93, of Downsville was born on January 21, 1914 and passed from this life on February 7, 2007. A celebration of life service will be held Saturday, February 10 at 10:00 A.M. at Downsville United Methodist Church. Visitation will be at Kilpatrick Funeral Home in West Monroe from 5:00 P.M. til 8:00 P.M. on Friday, February 9, 2007. Mrs. Richardson was a member of Downsville United Methodist Church for over 60 years where she was active in the United Methodist Women. She was a graduate of Louisiana Tech University. She was a beloved 2nd grade teacher and retired after 30 years. She was also a member of Delta Kappa Gamma Sorority. Mrs. Gertie Mae was known for her loving commitment for her husband, children and grandchildren. She will also be remembered for her strong Christian faith and her belief in the power of prayer. Everyone who knew Mrs. Gertie Mae loved her and called on her to life their needs in prayer. Mrs. Richardson was preceded in death by her loving and devoted husband, Paul Miles Richardson. She was also preceded in death by her parents Andy and Lou Ella White, and her brothers Clarence, Leon and Wilbur White. She is survived by her son Wiley Richardson and wife Maria of Sneads, FL, daughter Claudette "Dee" Welch and husband Donnie of Arlington, TX, grandson Reg Skains, wife Angela and children Trey and Rebecca of Calhoun, LA, granddaughter Paula Skains Ford, husband Johnnye and children John, Clayton and Emma Lou of West Monroe, LA, grandson Paul Richardson, wife Dorothy and daughter Alexis of Aurora, CO and granddaughter Mandy Richardson of Searcy, AR. Pallbearers will be Reg Skains, Johnnye Ford, John Ford, Ronnie Hammons, Larry Banks and Ray Ashby. In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to Downsville United Methodist Church. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com
MYRTLE H. SKEEN Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road, Monroe, LA Funeral services for Myrtle H. Skeen, 86, of Monroe, will be at 10:00AM Friday, February 9, 2007, at Lea Joyner Memorial United Methodist Church in Monroe with Rev. Weldon Bares, Rev. Joe Solomon, Rev. Issac Patton, and Rev. Betty Swanson officiating. Interment will follow in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe, LA. Mrs. Skeen passed away Tuesday, February 6, 2007, at St. Francis Hospital after a brief illness. She was born June 4, 1920 in LaSalle Parish to the union of Robert and Sally Hudnall. Mrs. Skeen was retired from Central State Life Insurance Company. She was an active member of Lea Joyner Memorial United Methodist Church and was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and great grandmother who loved to cook and take care of her family. She was preceded in death by her parents, Robert and Sally Hudnall; four brothers, Fred, Robbie, Nelson, and Quitman Hudnall; and six sisters, Laura Bradford, Betty Hudnall, Eunice Slay, Maggie Edwards, Bobbie Darsey, and Pat Tarver. Mrs. Skeen is survived by her husband of almost 63 years, Joe R. Skeen; two sons, Jimmy Skeen and wife Ila, and Jack Skeen and wife Theresa; four grandchildren, Traci Jordan and husband Steve, Bobby Skeen, Jay Skeen and wife Jennifer, and Jessica Skeen; three great grandchildren, Cade and Cody Jordan, and Josie Skeen all of Monroe; 2 step-great grandchildren, Tasha and Madeline Jordan of Bastrop; one sister, Mrs. Imogene Whatley of Summerville, LA; and one brother-in-law, Frank Darsey of Shreveport. Pallbearers will be Bobby Skeen, Jay Skeen, Ricky Hudnall, Ronnie "Bo" Hudnall, Donnie Hudnall, Doug Dunn, Jack Dollins, and Don Davis. Honorary pallbearers will be Wallace Hudnall, Chuck Whatley, and Cotton Tharp. Visitation will be Thursday, February 8, 2007, from 5:00PM until 8:00PM at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. The family would like to extend a much heartfelt thank you to Dr. Kerry Anders for all the many years that he took such loving care of Mammaw. You were more than just her doctor, you were her friend. To Dr. Charles Morgan and the staff of St. Francis Specialty Hospital, especially nurses, Melody, Tonda, Cindy, Linda, Sherree, and Yolanda. And a very special thanks to Angela Turner, the very best sitter we could have asked for. Thank you for taking such good care of her when we couldn't be there. Also, a very special thanks to the ICU at St. Francis North, nurses Autumn, Priscilla, and Sharon, and also the staff on telemetry, especially Zina, who was such a big help. Memorials may be made to Lea Joyner Memorial United Methodist Church or the charity of your choice. We love you Mammaw and will miss you every single day. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com
Norman R. Adams, Infant
Norman Rube Adams, infant son of Richard and Missy Adams, died Tuesday. Services are 1 p.m. today at Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Church. Visitation is 12:30 p.m. until service time today at the church. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery, Monroe under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe.
Travis Edmond Barr, 27
Travis Edmond Barr of West Monroe, a laborer for Louisiana Plastics, died Wednesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.
Robert Earl Bonner, 52
RUSTON — Robert Earl Bonner, a car dealer, died Jan. 30. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at St. John Baptist Church, Ruston. Visitation is 1-6 p.m. today at Miller Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Old Rock Valley Cemetery, Simsboro.
Clifford Burney, 90
SWARTZ — Clifford Burney, owner of the original Burney's Furniture Company in Swartz, died Saturday. Memorial services are 1 p.m. Saturday at First Baptist Church of Swartz.
Beth Calhoun, 86
DELHI — Beth Calhoun, a retired dental assistant, died Thursday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Cox Funeral Home, Delhi.
Annie Coleman, 54
Annie Coleman of West Monroe, a homemaker, died Friday. Services are noon Saturday at Mount Gilead Baptist Church, Monroe. Visitation is 6-7 p.m. today at Smith Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens, Monroe.
Jonathan Dukes, Infant
Jonathan Dukes, the infant son of Nicole Jones and John Dukes of Monroe, died Jan. 29. Graveside services are 10 a.m. today at Powell Street Cemetery, Monroe, under the direction of Funerals by McFarland, Monroe.
Wilbert Ferguson, 55
CINCINNATI, Ohio — Wilbert Ferguson, formerly of Foules, an auto mechanic, died Jan. 25. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Zion Baptist Church, Foules. Burial will be in the church cemetery under the direction of Richardson-Sims Funeral Home, Ferriday.
Mada Marie Gibson, 43
Mada Marie Gibson of Monroe, a homemaker, died Sunday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at Greater Free Gift Baptist Church, Monroe. Visitation is 1-6 p.m. today at Funerals by McFarland, Monroe. Burial will be in Powell Street Cemetery, Monroe.
Sarah Green, 62
BERNICE — Sarah Green, a hair stylist, died Thursday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Ruston.
Laurel I. White Hilton, 61
MONTGOMERY, Texas — Laurel I'dell White Hilton, formerly of West Monroe, a retired office manager for Eye Clinic of Monroe, died Tuesday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Burial will be in Hasley Cemetery.
Zelia B. Logan, 92
Zelia B. Logan of Monroe, a homemaker, died Monday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at Locust Hill Baptist Church, Extension. Visitation is 1-5 p.m. today at Richardson Funeral Home, Monroe, and 6-7 p.m. today at Richardson Funeral Home, Winnsboro. Burial will be in the church cemetery.
Teresa Harris McGee, 46
CENTERTON, Ark. — Teresa Harris McGee, a student, died Wednesday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Bonita Road Assembly of God, Bastrop. Visitation is 5-9 p.m. today at Golden Funeral Home, Bastrop. Burial will be in Carter Cemetery, Bastrop.
Percy Quin Nix, 92
OAK GROVE — Percy Quin Nix, Nix's Used Cars dealer, died Thursday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Cox Funeral Home, Oak Grove. Visitation is 1-9 p.m. today at the funeral home and 9 a.m. until time of service Saturday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Oak Grove Cemetery, Oak Grove.
Rosa Mae Racks, 41
TALLULAH — Rosa Mae Racks died Friday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at New Bethel Missionary Baptist Church, Tallulah. Visitation is 2-6 p.m. today at Beckwith Golden Gate Funeral Home, Tallulah. Burial will be in Oakwood Cemetery, Tallulah.
Inez Rayford, 98
LAKE PROVIDENCE — Inez Rayford, a homemaker, died Tuesday. Services are 1 p.m. Sunday at Lake Providence High School Auditorium, Lake Providence. Visitation is 1-5 p.m. Saturday at Harris Funeral Home, Lake Providence. Burial will be at China Grove Church Cemetery.
Judy T. Reed, 78
JONESBORO — Judy T. Reed, a homemaker, died Tuesday. Services are 1 p.m. today at Edmonds Funeral Home, Jonesboro. Burial will be in Garden of Memories in Jonesboro.
Beular Robinson, 102
WINNSBORO — Beular Robinson, a housewife, died Tuesday. Services are noon Saturday at Winnsboro Second Baptist Church, Winnsboro. Burial will be in Gethsemane Memorial Gardens, Winnsboro, under the direction of Richardson Funeral Home, Winnsboro.
Frances M. Shockley, 86
HAYNESVILLE — Frances Marion Shockley died Wednesday. Services are 2 p.m. today at First Baptist Church, Haynesville. Burial will be in Old Town Cemetery, Haynesville, under the direction of Bailey Mortuary, Inc, Haynesville.
Myrtle H. Skeen, 86
Myrtle H. Skeen of Monroe, a retired office manager, died Tuesday. Services are 10 a.m. today at Lea Joyner Memorial United Methodist Church, Monroe. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery, Monroe under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe.
Florine Swafford, 76
LAKE PROVIDENCE — Florine Swafford, a homemaker, died Wednesday. Services are 10 a.m. Saturday at Transylvania Baptist Church, Transylvania. Visitation is 4-8 p.m. at Cox Funeral Home, Lake Providence. Burial will be in Providence Memorial Cemetery, Lake Providence.
Vivan Vonner, 79
SAN DIEGO, Calif. — Vivian Vonner, formerly of Kelly, a homemaker, died Jan. 31. Services are 2 p.m. today at St. Bethel Baptist Church, Kelly. Burial will be in St. Joe/Bethel Cemetery, Kelly, under the direction of Funerals by McFarland, Monroe.
L.S. Williams, 61
DELHI — L.S. Williams, a laborer, died Jan. 31. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at Vaughn Street Church of Christ, Delhi. Burial will be in church cemetery under the direction of McFarland Funeral Home, Delhi.
Previously acknowledged
Ampy, Maurine: 11 a.m. Saturday, Zion Travelers Baptist Church, Monroe.
Bryant, Arvilla Lee Gilchrist: 10 a.m. today, Mulhearn Memorial Park Mausoleum, Monroe.
Gilmore, Ethel: 11 a.m. Saturday, Cane Ridge No. 2 Baptist Church, Lake Providence.
Meadows, Sudie Mae: 1 p.m. Saturday, Lake Providence High School Auditorium, Lake Providence.
Pilgreen, Irene: 10 a.m. today, Cox Funeral Home, Delhi.
Rivera, Emilio Ortiz: 11 a.m. today, Hester Central State Funeral Home, Monroe.
Roberts, Emma J.: 10 a.m. today, Boeuf River Baptist Church, Liddieville.
Thomas, Earl Jr.: noon Saturday, Progressive Baptist Church, Monroe.
Washington, Ethel: 11 a.m. Saturday, New Zion Baptist Church, Peck
February 10, 2007 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201
DR. EVELYN ALBRITTON Kilpatrick Funeral Home Farmerville, LA Funeral services for Dr. Evelyn G. Albritton, age 78, of Ruston, La. will be held at 3:00PM February 11, 2007 at the Mt. Ararat Baptist Church in Downsville La. Officiating will be Rev. J.D. Stakes and Rev. David Barkley under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home in Farmerville, Louisiana. Mrs.. Albritton was born on July 21, 1928 in Calhoun, La. and passed away on February 8, 2007. Mrs. Albritton started teaching elementary school at the age of 18 in 1945 in Hollyridge, Louisiana. She then moved to Union Parish to teach at the old Wilhite Elementary school. Mrs. Albritton taught in a one room school house in Montana before she found her passion for special education at the CP (cerebral palsy) school in Monroe, Louisiana. She received her masters degree at Northwestern State University and moved to Thibodaux, Louisiana to teach and work on her doctorate in communitive disorders at the University of Southern Mississippi. Upon receiving her PHD, she took her love of teaching to the University of Arkansas at Little Rock and then spent the last few years of teaching at Augustana College in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. After retirement and moving back to Louisiana, she continued teaching at Louisiana Tech in Speech Pathology on a part time basis and was asked to continue on full time. After her second retirement, Evelyn spent her time with her husband, sitting on the porch watching the wildlife scamper in the backyard around the pond. Evelyn touched many lives while she resided on this earth. She was the ultimate caring and loving wife and mother. She became a surrogate mother to many and the number of children and adults she taught cannot be counted. Evelyn will be greatly missed. Her smile could light up a room and her knowledge was contagious. Dr. Albritton is survived by her husband of 41 years: Norwood Albritton; son: Carl N. Albritton of New York, New York; daughter: Allison R. Albritton of Minneapolis, MN; sisters: Beverly Zuber & husband, Eugene of Downsville, LA; Amy Triplett of Pineville, LA; and Dean Carter & husband, Delmar of Downsville, LA; and a host of nieces and nephews. Pallbearers will be: Ken Kenley, Len Kenley, Tommy Albritton, Brandon Albritton, Scott Albritton, and Gordon Triplett. Visitation will be held Saturday from 5:00PM till 8:00PM at Kilpatrick Funeral Home in Farmerville, Louisiana. Planned memorials may be made to the Louisiana Baptist Children's Home in Monroe, Louisiana. Online condolences may be sent to family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com
TRAVIS E. BARR Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral services for Travis E. Barr, 27, of West Monroe, LA, will be held at 1:00PM on Sunday, February 11, 2007, at Kilpatrick Funeral Home of West Monroe with Bro. Danny McIlveene officiating. Travis was born July 2, 1979, in Marrero, LA and passed away February 7, 2007, at his home in West Monroe. He was preceded in death by his mother, Linda H. Barr. Travis graduated from Wayne County High School in Waynesboro, Mississippi. Travis is survived by fiancé, Amie Nicholson of West Monroe; son, Skyler Barr of West Monroe; step-daughter, Jordan Nicholson of West Monroe; father William "Bill" Barr and wife Bobbie of Buckatunna, MS; brothers, Billy Barr of West Monroe and Clay Marquette of Marrero, Louisiana; sisters, Becky Dumas and Stacy Hilburn both of Marrero, LA, and Sherry Lynn Pearson of West Monroe; grandmother, Nellie Cagle of West Monroe, and numerous nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles and cousins. Visitation will be Saturday from 5:00PM until 7:00PM at Kilpatrick Funeral Home in West Monroe, LA. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com
MRS. VIRGINIA ORR FERGUSON Golden Funeral Home Bastrop, LA Graveside services for Mrs. Virginia Orr Ferguson, 89, of Bastrop are scheduled for 2:30PM Saturday, February 10, 2007 at Christ Church Cemetery with Rev. Terry Love officiating, assisted by Rev. Mark Benge. Visitation will be held Saturday, February 10, 2007 from 1:00PM until 2:00PM at Golden Funeral Home. Mrs. Ferguson, a homemaker and member of First United Methodist Church in Bastrop, passed away Thursday, February 8, 2007 at Morehouse General Hospital. She is survived by two daughters, Sarabeth F. Atkins and husband Byron of Monroe, LA, Marion Yarbrough and husband Paul of Houston, TX; son, James Robert "Jim" Ferguson and wife Annelle of Clinton, TN; sister, Nancy Orr LeTard of Westlake, LA; four grandchildren, Robert Allen Ferguson and wife Terry of Portland, OR, John David Ferguson, Kristen F. Beckler and husband Ryan of Pacifica, CA, Douglas L. Yarbrough of Houston, TX and one great granddaughter, Stephanie M. Beckler. She is preceded in death by her husband, Chester T. Ferguson; parents, M.V. and Virginia Orr; sister, Elizabeth O. Tarver, brothers, George N. Orr, Sr. and James M. Orr, Sr. Serving as pallbearers will be Robert Ferguson, John Ferguson, Douglas Yarbrough, Byron Atkins, Paul Yarbrough and Nelson Orr. The family gratefully acknowledges the many kindnesses and friendship toward their mother by Penny Sims.
DR. JAMES C. MCDONALD Edmonds Funeral Home, Jonesboro, LA Dr. James C. McDonald, 60 of Shreveport, LA, passed away on February 7, 2007. He was born in Jonesboro, LA on November 15, 1946. Dr. McDonald was a self-employed cosmetic surgeon. Visitation will be held on Saturday, February 10, 2007 from 4-7pm at Edmonds Funeral Home in Jonesboro, LA. Funeral services will be held on Sunday, February 11, 2007 at 2pm in the Edmonds Funeral Home Chapel. Officiating will be Bro. Bill Strawbridge. Interment will follow in the Jonesboro Cemetery. Survivors include his brother Danny Ross McDonald and wife Mary Beth of Youngsville, LA. One niece Kristi McDonald Rose and husband Michael and a great-niece Kaitlyn of Youngsville, LA. He is also survived by; two Aunts; Ezelle Gregory of Grayson, LA and Ferne K. Loupe and husband Denver of Baton Rouge, LA and a host of cousins. Dr. McDonald was preceded in death by his parents; Ross and Rookh McDonald. Pallbearers include Andy Shehee, Jim Gregory, Mark Pittman, Ken Meeks, Michael McDonald and Stephen Loupe. Honorary pallbearers will include members of Tau-Kappa Episilon Fraternity.
PERCY QUIN NIX Cox Funeral Home Oak Grove, LA Funeral services for Percy Quin Nix, age 92, of Oak Grove, Louisiana will be held at 11AM on Saturday, February 10, 2007 at Cox Funeral Home Chapel in Oak Grove. Reverends Earl Moore, Carl Gulde and Leonard Williams will officiate. Burial will follow in the Oak Grove Cemetery. Services are under the direction of Cox Funeral Home of Oak Grove. Mr. Nix died Thursday, February 8, 2007 at Carroll Nursing Home in Oak Grove. Mr. Nix was a longtime resident of Oak Grove. He was a member of the First Baptist Church of Oak Grove. He was an automotive salesman for many years. A veteran of WWII, he served as a sergent in the Army in the Pacific Theatre of operations. He is preceded in death by his wife, Minnie Lee Nix; his parents, John Samuel Nix and Dixie Reynolds Nix; 3 brothers, T. J. Nix, Bilbo Nix and Sam Nix, Jr.; 2 sisters, Camille Wilkinson and Myrtle Fenn and his late wife, Rosa May Nix. He is survived by son and daughter-in-law, Kenny and Suzanne Nix of Oak Grove; son and daughter-in-law, Ronnie and Kay Nix of West Monroe, Louisiana; grandson and his wife, Brad and Betsy Nix of Oak Grove; grandson and his wife, Kyle and Shannon Nix of Oak Grove; grandson, T. J. Nix of West Monroe; 3 great grandchildren, Alyssa Nix, Brooklyn Nix and Lincoln Nix; brother, John H. Nix of Natchez, Mississippi and sister, Louise Chambless of Oak Grove. Pallbearers are: Greg Wilkinson, Brad Nix, Kyle Nix, T. J. Nix, J. Kelly Nix and Tommy Settoon. Family will receive friends Saturday, February 10 from 9:00AM until service time at Cox Funeral Home in Oak Grove. To leave condolences to the family www.coxfuneral.com
GERTIE MAE WHITE RICHARDSON Kilpatrick Funeral HomeWest Monroe, LA A celebration of life service for Gertie Mae White Richardson, 93, of Downsville, will be held on Saturday morning at 10:00AM, February 10, 2007, in the Downsville United Methodist Church. Interment will follow in the Downsville Cemetery under the direction of the Kilpatrick Funeral Home of West Monroe. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com
Billy Ray Banks, 76
Billy Ray Banks of Calhoun, a retired carpenter, died Thursday. Services are 10 a.m. today at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Burial will be in Roselawn Memorial Gardens, Calhoun.
John William Bush, 71
John William Bush of West Monroe, a carpenter, died Wednesday. Services are 1 p.m. today at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Burial will be in Walnut Grove Cemetery, West Monroe.
Mary Beth Calhoun, 86
DELHI — Mary Beth Calhoun, a retired dental assistant, died Thursday. Services are 2 p.m. Sunday at Cox Funeral Home, Delhi. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. today. Burial will be in Faith Memorial Park Cemetery, Delhi.
Bobbie Jackson, 52
TALLULAH — Bobbie Jackson, a payroll clerk, died Monday. Services are 1 p.m. Tuesday at Springhill Baptist Church, Tallulah. Visitation is 6-8 p.m. Monday at the church. Burial will be in Oakwood Cemetery, Tallulah under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville.
Frank Kavalir, 84
OAK GROVE — Frank Kavalir, a farmer, died Friday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Oak Grove. Visitation is 8 a.m.-noon today at the Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Oak Grove. Burial will be in Kilbourne Cemetery.
Berthalene Lawrence, 76
COLUMBIA — Berthalene Duchesne Lawrence, a homemaker, died Friday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Riser Funeral Home, Columbia.
Barbara Jo Stanley Orr, 69
BASTROP — Barbara Jo Stanley Orr, a retired social worker, died Friday. Services are 2 p.m. Sunday at Golden Funeral Home, Bastrop. Visitation is 5-9 p.m. today at the funeral home. Burial will be in Stevenson Cemetery, Bastrop.
Dorothy C. Patterson, 90
Dorothy Marie Cook Patterson of West Monroe, a homemaker, died Tuesday. Memorial services are 11 a.m. today at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Visitation is 10 a.m. until service time today.
Gertie Mae Richardson, 93
DOWNSVILLE — Gertie Mae Richardson, a schoolteacher, died Wednesday. Services are 10 a.m. today at Downsville United Methodist Church. Burial will be in Downsville Cemetery under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.
Previously acknowledged
Ampy, Maurine: 11 a.m. today, Zion Travelers Baptist Church, Monroe.
Bonner, Robert Earl: 1 p.m. today, St. John Baptist Church, Ruston.
Burney, Clifford: 1 p.m. today, First Baptist Church, Swartz.
Coleman, Annie: noon today, Mount Gilead Baptist Church, Monroe.
Ferguson, Wilbert: 11 a.m. today, Zion Baptist Church, Foules.
Gibson, Mada Marie: 1 p.m. today, Greater Free Gift Baptist Church, Monroe.
Gilmore, Ethel: 11 a.m. today, Cane Ridge No. 2 Baptist Church, Lake Providence.
Logan, Zebia B.: 1 p.m. today, Locust Hill Baptist Church, Extension.
McGee, Teresa Harris: 11 a.m. today, Bonita Road Assembly of God, Bastrop.
Meadows, Sudie Mae: 1 p.m. today, Lake Providence High School Auditorium.
Nix, Percy Quin: 11 a.m. today, Cox Funeral Home, Oak Grove.
Racks, Rosa Mae: 1 p.m. today, New Bethel Missionary Baptist Church, Tallulah.
Rayford, Inez: 1 p.m. Sunday, Lake Providence High School Auditorium.
Robinson, Beular: noon today, Winnsboro Second Baptist Church.
Swafford, Florine: 10 a.m. today, Transylvania Baptist Church.
Thomas, Earl Jr.: noon today, Progressive Baptist Church, Monroe.
Washington, Ethel: 11 a.m. today, New Zion Baptist Church, Peck.
Williams, L.S.: 1 p.m. today, Vaughn Street Church of Christ, Delhi
February 11 , 2007 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201
WILLIAM TAYLOR ATTEBERRY Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road, Monroe, LA Services for William Taylor Atteberry,89, of Bastrop, LA will be 2:00PM Sunday February 11, 2007 in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home with Brother Rick Crandall officiating. Interment will follow in Roselawn Memorial Gardens under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road. William Taylor Atteberry was born May 29, 1917, in Aliceville Alabama. He was the 10th of 11 children born to John Bell Atteberry & Fannie Florence Turnipseed Atteberry. He was a graduate of Crowley High School in 1936; he attended Louisiana State University in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. He was member of the 156th Infantry Louisiana National Guard Unit. He married Eunice M. Abercrombie in March of 1941. They lived in Yazoo City, Mississippi. He worked for Union Producing Company. In February of 1942, he joined the United States Army, serving in the Signal Core as a Staff Sergeant and was a World War II veteran. IN 1944 he went overseas and participated in the European Theatre of Operations and was awarded the Bronze Star for bravery above and beyond the call of duty. He was honorably discharged on October 23rd of 1945. After returning home he resumed his work for Union Producing Company in Tinsley, Mississippi. The couple had two daughters, Mary Ann and Marie. The family moved to West Monroe, Louisiana, in September of 1958. He worked for Pennzoil-United serving as a production foreman and later as Area Production & Drilling Superintendent for the Mississippi-Louisiana area. He retired after 40 years on June 30, 1981; and moved to Horseshoe Lake in Mer Rouge, Louisiana. At the time of his death he was living at Cherry Ridge Nursing Home in Bastrop. Preceding him in death were; His wife of 34 years Eunice; his daughter, Mary Ann Atteberry; his parents, John and Florence Atteberry; and his brothers, Norman, John, David, Thomas, Charles & Harry Atteberry; and his sisters Elizabeth Atteberry, Olivia Martel, Mary Ella Anding and Francis Greer. Survived by; His wife Anna of West Monroe; his daughter Marie E. Atteberry Holsten of Enid, Oklahoma; two grand children Asia Holsten-Stephens and Taylor William Holsten, both of Enid, OK. And two great grandchildren; Aspen E. Holsten-Stephens and Remington P. Holsten-Stephens. Pallbearers will be Charles Atteberrry, Dave Atteberry,Brian Martin, Edwin Patterson, Taylor Holsten, and Jeff Hosteller. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome. com
SOPHIA LEACH BLANKS Kilpatrick Funeral Home Monroe, LA Sophia Leach Blanks, a native of New Orleans and a resident of Monroe for almost fifty years, died on February 6, 2007. She was the loving wife for forty eight years, and recently the widow, of Edel Faulkner Blanks, Jr. Sophia attended Newcomb College in New Orleans, where she was a member of Pi Beta Phi fraternity. She later received her Masters degree from Northeast Louisiana University. She taught English at the university, and served as editor of the school's literary magazine. Prior to her retirement in 2005, she was a successful realtor with John Rea Realty for twenty years. She was also a contributing writer and photographer for Delta Style and author of the "Sophiaty" section of this publication. Sophia was active in the cultural and civic fabric of Monroe for many years. She served on the initial board of the Masur Museum of Art, as well as the Beautification Committee for the City of Monroe. Sophia had a great passion for literature and the arts, but treasured her family and friends above all. She is survived by her son and daughter-in-law, Edel Faulkner Blanks III and Bari, her daughter and son-in-law, Sophia Blanks Griffies and Scott, her grandchildren, Christian Wolfe Blanks, Colin Edel Blanks, and Elizabeth Rogers Griffies, her sister and brother-in-law, Duane Leach Page and John, all of New Orleans; and her sister-in-law and her husband, Virginia Blanks Simoni and Dick, of Menlo Park, California. Private graveside services were held on February 8. Anyone wishing to remember Sophia with a donation may consider a contribution to the Masur Museum of Art, 1400 South Grand Street, Monroe, Louisiana, 71202, or Grace Episcopal Church, 405 Glenmar Avenue, Monroe, Louisiana 71201. Kilpatrick Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.
WILLIAM SUTHERLAND GANNAWAY Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road, Monroe, LA A celebration of the life of William Sutherland Gannaway (Billy) will be held on Tuesday, Feb. 13 at 2:00PM at Memorial United Methodist Church with Rev. Paul Sabin officiating. Burial will follow at Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery. Mr. Gannaway passed away on Feb.10, 2007 at home at the age of 89. He was preceded in death by Frances S. Gannaway, his devoted wife of 58 years, brothers Leslie Gannaway and Guy Gannaway Sr., and sister Mildred Gannaway. He is survived by one sister, Anne Gannaway; six children: Milann Gannaway and husband John Hoy, Gay Brantley and husband James, Judy Willis and husband Col. Bill Willis Sr., Leslie Calhoun, William S. Gannaway Jr. and wife Mary, and Dr, Robert Gannaway and wife Susan. Also survived by grand children: Yana Hoy, Aaron Hoy,Charles Ethridge and wife Robin, Tony Brantley and wife Rae, Ginny W. Ramsey and husband Patrick, Charlotte Willis, Bill Willis Jr., Noble Willis, John Calhoun, Mike Calhoun and wife Kari, Bob Calhoun, Melissa Gannaway, Michael Gannaway, Melanie Gannaway, Scott Talley, Anna Satterwhite, Haley Gannaway, Shelly Gannaway, and Ryan Gannaway. He is also survived by 5 great grandchildren: Connor, Caroline and Catherine Ethridge, and Bailey and Tyler Brantley, many loving nieces and nephews, great nieces and nephews, a host of friends and special friend Boots Culpepper. Billy grew up in Monroe and graduated from Ouachita Parish High School, and received bachelors and masters degrees from NLU. He married Frances Smith in 1944 and they raised a family of six children. He was employed for many years by Cruthurd's Inc. He instituted and managed the Monroe Sheltered Workshop for 25 years. During World War II, although trained as a fighter pilot, he was transferred with the first 100 in his class to the transport division of the Army Air Corps and spent over a year flying all kinds of aircraft across the US, the Atlantic, and the Pacific. In 1944, he became a "Hump" pilot, flying the China- Burma-India route. He flew 78 round trip missions over the Himalayas, most under terrible weather conditions. He received numerous flying medals and qualified for the Distinguished Flying Cross. He stayed active in the Air Force until 1947 and retired from the AF reserves in 1978 as Lt. Colonel. Billy was a loyal, long time member of Memorial United Methodist Church and lived his faith daily. He was extremely community minded and served on many boards including the Monroe City School Board for almost 20 years, the boards of ARCO, G.B. Cooley and many more. He was an member of t