June - 2008 - Obituaries from The News-Star

June 1, 2008 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

CLERMON "C.D." MORRIS SR. Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Graveside services for Clermon "C.D." Morris, Sr. 77, of West Monroe will be held at 2:00 PM Monday June 2, 2008 at the Hasley Memorial Pavilion in West Monroe with Rev. Mark Foster officiating. Burial will be in Hasley Cemetery in West Monroe. C.D. was born March 12. 1931, in Jonesville, LA, and left this world on May 31, 2008. Mr. Morris was in the U.S. Marine Corps, where he proudly served his country in Korea. He then joined Foam Packaging of Vicksburg, MS, as a transporter. He was known by many names, "C.D", 'Pop", "Son", but was most proud to be called Daddy or Papaw. C.D. was a wonderful man; he cherished his family, and spending time that made him happy. He also enjoyed gardening and fishing. He will be greatly missed by many, but forever in our hearts and thoughts. Survivors are: six children, C.D. Jr., and wife Cheri of West Monroe, Debra Hicks and husband Jeff of West Monroe LA, David and wife Kathy of Sterlington LA, Richard and wife Susan of West Monroe LA, twin daughters, Christy and Misty of Miami, FL; brothers, J.W. Morris of West Monroe LA, Junior Clark of Monroe LA, Frank and Ronnie Morris of Texas: sisters, Laura Mae Flores of Minden LA, Rosemary Thomason of Rayville, LA, and Gail Burns of Jonesville, LA; twelve grandchildren, five great grandchildren, many nieces, nephews and friends. Pallbearers will be James Morris, Kevin Morris, Jerry Morris, Mark Morris, Matt Morris, and Karl Lindsey. Visitation will be from 12:00 PM until 1:45 PM Monday June 2, 2008 at Mulhearn Funeral Home in West Monroe, LA. The Children would like to thank Brother Mark Foster, the staff at The Arbor and Terrace of West Monroe, the War Veterans Home of Monroe, Glenwood Regional Medical Center and Patient's Choice Hospice for the care they all provided to their beloved father. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneral home.com |

JUNIOR LEE TONEY Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road, Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mr. Junior Lee Toney, 68, of Monroe, will be held at 11:00 AM Tuesday, June 3, 2008 in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Interment will follow at Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery. Mr. Toney passed away Friday, May 30, 2008. He was a retired Master Sergeant, serving twenty-two years and six months in the Army. He was employed at Wye Electric for twenty-four years. Survivors include his wife of forty-four years, Dagmar Baumann Toney; daughter, Cherry Brewer of Baton Rouge, LA; son, Jason Toney and wife Linda of Vicksburg, MS; grandchildren, Hannah Toney, Gabriella Toney, and Zachary Toney, all of Vicksburg, MS and Lauren Brewer Palovchak of Kansas City, MO; sisters, June Wolleson of Winnsboro, LA, Clara Nettles of Monroe, LA, Elaine Leake of Winnsboro, LA, Jeanette Slaughter of Vicksburg, MS; brothers, Walton Toney of Delhi, LA, William "Buddy" Toney of West Monroe, LA, and Ralph Toney of Winnsboro, LA. Pallbearers will be Jim Counselman, Kevin Goyne, Faron Wyles, Murphy Wyles, Bobby Summerhill, and Josh Young. Visitation will be Monday, June 2, 2008 from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. The family wishes to extend a special thank you to the Wye Electric Family. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneral home.com

LT. COL. (RET) JOHN ROBERT TETTLETON Kilpatrick Funeral Home Ruston, LA Lt. Col. (Ret.) John Robert Tettleton, age 68, of Ruston died Thursday, May 29, 2008 at Schumpert Hospital in Shreveport, Louisiana following a brief illness. Tettleton, a veteran of the Vietnam War years, served on active duty and in the United States Air Force Reserves for more than twenty-eight years. Following his retirement from the United States Air Force Reserves, he has continued his dedication to his country through work as Veterans Assistance Counselor for the Louisiana Department of Veterans' Affairs in Lincoln and Union Parishes. A native of Union Parish, Tettleton was a 1958 graduate of Farmerville High School, a member of Farmerville United Methodist Church, member of Farmerville Troup 16 of Boy Scouts of America where he was an Eagle Scout and a member of the Order of the Arrow. It was there that he developed life-long friendships and a keen interest in history and archaeology. A graduate of Louisiana Tech University, Tettleton earned his Bachelor of Science and Master of Business Administration degrees. At Louisiana Tech he was an active member of Pi Kappa Alpha Fraternity. John R. Tettleton is survived by his spouse, Dr. Kay Lynn Tettleton; one son: Paul Stellman of Cambridge, MA; one brother: Jerry Tettleton and wife Beverly of Shreveport, LA; and numerous relatives and friends. Honorary Pallbearers will be Larce Holder, Honorable Robert G. James, Tommy Malone, Dr. John G. Norris, Jr., Mike Rabun, Dale Ramsey, Mickey Turner, and Jon Yelton. Visitation will be held on Sunday June 1, 2008 from 3:00 P.M to 5:00 P.M. at Kilpatrick Funeral Home in Ruston, LA. Graveside memorial service with military honors will be held at 10:00 AM Monday, June 2, 2008 at Old Athens Cemetery, Athens, Louisiana. Officiating the services will be Rev. James Evans. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Louisiana Military Museum, 201 Memorial Drive, Ruston, LA, 71270; Old Athens Cemetery, P.O. Box 91, Athens, LA, 71003; or the charity of the donor's choice. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneral homes.comLUCY MCGILL CUMMINGS WEBSTER Kilpatrick Funeral Home Monroe, Louisiana Lucy McGill Cummings Webster, 96, of Monroe, died at home on Thursday, May 29, 2008. A celebration of her life will be held at Covenant Presbyterian Church at 10:00 AM on Monday, June 2, 2008, with the Reverend Bruce Rux officiating. Interment will follow in Prairie Grove, Arkansas. She was born in the family home in Prairie Grove, Arkansas, on October 13, 1911; and she received a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Arkansas in 1934. In 1937, she married Dr. William Harrell Webster; and they moved to Monroe in 1948. A devoted daughter, sister, wife and mother, she was also actively involved, until her death, in the lives of her grandchildren, their wives and her great-grandchildren whom she dearly loved. She was an active member of First Presbyterian Church, prior to moving to Montgomery, Alabama. Upon returning to Monroe, she joined Covenant Presbyterian Church, where she remained a faithful member until her death. Mrs. Webster was a member of the Monroe Garden Club, the Ouachita Parish Medical Alliance, the Monroe Symphony League, the Pi Beta Phi Alumnae Club, the Lotus Club, the English Speaking Union, the United Daughters of the Confederacy and the Magna Charta Dames. She served as President of the Pelican Girl Scout Council and was also a member of the Society of St. Joseph and the Daughters of the American Colonists. She loved to travel and enjoyed playing bridge with friends. She will be remembered as a woman of faith, a person who never complained, a loyal friend, a loving caregiver, a chauffeur to many until she was 93, and a phenomenal cook. She was preceded in death by her parents, Hugh Douglas Cummings and Mary Rebecca (Bess) Cummings; her husband, Dr. William Harrell Webster; her brother, Judge Lincoln Maupin Cummings; her sister, Emilie Bell; and her infant granddaughter, Mary Thomas Richardson. She is survived by her daughter, Mary Elizabeth Richardson, of Monroe; two grandsons and their wives, John and Jill Richardson, of Baton Rouge, LA; Edward and Lisa Richardson, of Atlanta, GA; great-grandchildren, Jesse Benjamine James, Grace Eliza Richardson and Lucy Jean Richardson of Baton Rouge; sisters, Mary Jongeward and Roberta Tucker, of Rogers, AR; and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. Visitation with the family will take place from 4:30 PM till 6:00 PM on Sunday, June 1, 2008, at Kilpatrick Funeral Home at 1200 Lamy Lane and in the Fireside Room at Covenant Presbyterian Church at 9:00 AM on Monday, June 2, 2008, prior to the service. Memorials may be made to the memorial fund of Covenant Presbyterian Church, 1901 Milton, Monroe, Louisiana, 71201, or Hospice Care of Louisiana, Inc., 2213 Justice Ave., Monroe, LA 71201. Online condolence messages may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneral homes.com.

MR. NOAH FLOYD BURGESS Kilpatrick Funeral Home Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mr. Noah Floyd Burgess, 94, of Monroe, LA will be held at 10:00 AM Monday, June 2, 2008 at Kilpatrick Funeral Home Chapel Monroe. Rev. Mickey Bounds and Rev. Charles Headrick will be officiating. Interment to follow at Monroe Memorial Park under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home Monroe. Mr. Burgess was born March 17, 1914 in Dubach, LA and died May 30, 2008 in Monroe, LA. Mr. Burgess was a retired accountant at Rivers Ford for over 30 years. He served his country proudly in the U.S. Army. Mr. Burgess was a member of College Place Baptist Church. He was preceded in death by his son, Gary Floyd Burgess; brothers, Elvin Burgess, Loyce Burgess, Max Burgess and Lamar Burgess. Mr. Burgess is survived by his wife, Anna Burgess of Monroe, LA; two sisters, Irene Clarity of Dallas, TX and Maxine Foster of Colorado Springs, CO; and several nieces and nephews. Pallbearers will be Garland Lamar Burgess, Mark Burgess, Randy Thurman, William S. Miller, R.A. Hunter, and Bill Tomlinson. Visitation will be held from 3:00 PM until 5:00 PM Sunday, at Kilpatrick Funeral Home Monroe. Memorials may be made to the Muscular Dystrophy Association or American Cancer Society. Online condolence maybe sent to www.kilpatrickfuneral homes

NANETTA CECILE BROOKS Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Funeral services for Nanetta Cecile Brooks, 90, of Calhoun, LA will be held at 3:00 PM Sunday June 1, 2008 in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home in West Monroe with Rev. Johnny Smith officiating. Burial will follow in Liberty Baptist Church Cemetery in Calhoun, LA. Mrs. Brooks died May 29, 2008 at her residence in Calhoun, LA. She was a member of Liberty Baptist Church where she taught children's Sunday school for 50 years. Mrs. Brooks was a member of the Ag Center Home Demonstration Club and the Campers on Mission. Mrs. Brooks was always doing things for other people instead of herself, her home was always open to anyone that came by. She loved to garden and cook. Mrs. Brooks is preceded in death by her husband Earl H. Brooks, son, Robert W. Brooks, and great grandson, Robert Wayne (Lil' Bobby) Brooks, III. Survivors include her sons, James H. (Jim) Brooks and wife Gayle, Richard E. Brooks and wife Sandra, daughter, Nanette Diel and husband James; sister, Nelda Jacobs; brother, Reggie Bryan; 7 grandchildren, 13 great grandchildren and one great great grandchild. Pallbearers will be Rob Brooks, Robert Carpenter, Philip Brooks, M. Scott Brooks, Jonathan Brooks, and Terry Boone . Visitation will be from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM Saturday May 31, 2008 at Mulhearn Funeral Home in West Monroe. The family would like to thank Dr. Don Hammett for the excellent care given to Mrs. Brooks. Online Registry/Condolence: wwwmulhearnfuneral home.com

Charles Blackwell Jr., 78
Charles Ester Blackwell Jr., of West Monroe, a retired Southern Hardware salesman, died Saturday. Arrangements are incomplete at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Nanetta C. Brooks, 90
Nanetta Cecile Brooks of Calhoun, a homemaker, died Thursday. Funeral services are at 3 p.m. today at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Visitation is from 2 p.m. until time of service at the funeral home. Burial is in Liberty Baptist Church Cemetery.

Helen Joy Cash, 91
Helen Joy Cash of West Monroe, a private aide, died Saturday. Services are at 1 p.m. today at Hasley Memorial Pavilion, West Monroe. Burial is in Hasley Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Earl E. Gilbreath, 91
TALLULAH — Earl E. Gilbreath, a retired bookkeeper, died Saturday. Graveside services are at 10 a.m. Tuesday in Memorial Park Cemetery in Lake Providence under the direction of Crothers-Glenwood Funeral Home of Tallulah.

Alice Hendrix, 66
COLUMBIA — Alice Hendrix, a homemaker, died Saturday. Funeral arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Riser Funeral Home of Columbia.

Ellen M. Layfield, 50
JONESBORO — Ellen Mathews Layfield, a Jackson Parish schoolteacher, died Friday. Services are at 2 p.m. Monday at First Baptist Church in Jonesboro. Visitation is from 4-9 p.m. today at Edmonds Funeral Home in Jonesboro. Burial is in Gayla Traina Cemetery in Jonesboro.

Doyle Masters, 74
JONESBORO — Doyle Masters, a carpenter for Stone Container, died Friday. Funeral services are at 4 p.m. Monday at McDonald Baptist Church. Visitation is 3-9 p.m. today at Edmonds Funeral Home in Jonesboro. Burial is in Garden of Memories Cemetery.

Charlie Sanson, 68
JONESVILLE — Charlie Sanson, a retired Jonesville Elementary School principal, died Thursday. Funeral services are at 11 a.m. Monday at First Baptist Church of Jonesville. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. today at the church. Burial will be in Jena Cemetery under the direction of Young's Funeral Home in Jonesville.

Alene Sikes, 79
Alene Sikes of West Monroe, a retired seamstress for Selig Manufacturing Co., died Friday. Graveside services are at 10 a.m. today at Roselawn Memorial Garden Cemetery.

C.A. Temple, 66
WINNSBORO — C.A. Temple, a mechanic, died Friday. Graveside services are at 10 a.m. Monday at Providence Memorial Cemetery under the direction of Community Memorial Funeral Home in Winnsboro. Visitation is from 9 a.m. to 9:45 a.m. Monday at the funeral home.

Lois Tiffee, 91
JONESVILLE — Lois Tiffee, a homemaker, died Friday. Funeral services are at 2 p.m. Monday at Monterey Assembly of God. Visitation is from 5 p.m. today at the church. Burial is in Lone Pine Cemetery in Monterey under the direction of Young's Funeral Home, Jonesville.

Nettie Mae Tucker, 92
FARMERVILLE — Nettie Mae Platt Tucker, a licensed practical nurse, died Friday. Funeral services are at 10 a.m. Monday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home in Farmerville. Visitation is from 5-8 p.m. today at the funeral home. Burial is in Farmerville City Cemetery.

James H. Womack, 79
James Howard "Speedy" Womack of Monroe, a retired lab technician for International Paper in Bastrop, died Friday. Funeral services are at 2 p.m. today at First Apostolic Church of Monroe. Burial is in Mulhearn Memorial Park under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED:
Harris Sr., Robert Paul: 10 a.m. today, United Pentecostal Church, Jonesville.
Hunt, Ju'Mya Kaye: 10 a.m. Monday, Powell Street Cemetery, Monroe.
Sanson, Charlie: 11 a.m. Monday, First Baptist Church, Jonesville.
Tettleton, John R.: 10 a.m. Monday, Old Athens Cemetery, Athens.
Webster, Lucy McGill Cummings: 10 a.m. Monday, Covenant Presbyterian Church, Monroe

June 2, 2008 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

CHARLES ESTER (CHARLIE) BLACKWELL, JR. Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, Louisiana Funeral Services for Mr. Charles Ester (Charlie) Blackwell, Jr., 78 of West Monroe, LA will be held at 10:00 AM Tuesday, June 3, 2008 in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home in West Monroe with Rev. Andy Myrick officiating. Mr. Blackwell was born December 17, 1929 in Bastrop, LA and passed away on May 31, 2008 at his home in West Monroe, LA. He was retired from Southern Hardware in Monroe, LA and had owned several businesses in the past. He graduated from Bastrop High School and from ULM formerly NLU in 1959. Charlie was preceded in death by his parents, Charles Blackwell, Sr. and Edna Mae Blackwell and his sister Joann Rushing. Mr. Blackwell joined the Navy in 1950 and served in the Korean War. Charlie had many hobbies during the years including woodworking, fishing, and Nascar. His biggest joy though was the years he and his son Andy spent on the Motorcross Racing circuit. He could take a motorcycle apart and fix it and put it back together in a matter of hours and be ready for the race the next day. They traveled Texas, Arkansas, Oklahoma, Mississippi and Louisiana racing and making life long friends. Charlie never tired of talking about racing, friends and good memories. Survivors include his daughter, Brandy Harrison and husband Jamie; Brandy's mother, Susie Blackwell all of West Monroe, LA; two sons, Al Blackwell of Dallas, TX and Andy Blackwell and his wife Carla of Conway, AR and their mother, Beverly Tolar of Hot Springs, AR. Also surviving are brothers, James Blackwell of Bastrop, LA, and Buddy Blackwell and wife Ina of San Antonio, TX. Charlie has left four living heirs of his inspiring life in his four grandsons, Chase and Jon Tyler Blackwell of Conway, AR; Jim and Ryan Harrison of West Monroe, LA. Charlie lived several years longer than expected because of his love for and delight in his grandsons and their accomplishments. He was very proud of his sons lives and careers, but his daughter's continuing education was the twinkle in his eyes. Charlie was always ready to help anyone in need and leaves many friends and good neighbors behind. Also several aunts, uncles, nieces, and nephews. His good friend and neighbor Polly Slade was a special blessing to him over the last several years and the family would like to thank her for all her help and support. The family would also like to thank Family Life Home Healthcare for all their help especially Allison. Also special thanks goes to Premier Hospice and their employees especially, Mary Thompson for the many hours and assistance they put into helping Mr. Blackwell remain in his home. Visitation will be Monday, June 2, 2008 from 6:00 PM until 8:00 PM at Mulhearn Funeral Home in West Monroe. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneral home.com

IN LOVING MEMORY James Michael McDonald June 2, 1971 -March 1, 2007 When I'm Gone When I come to the end of my journey And I travel my last weary mile Just forget if you can, that I ever frowned And remember only the smile. Forget unkind words I have spoken; Remember some good I have done. Forget that I ever had heartache And remember I've had loads of fun. Forget that I've stumbled and blundered And sometimes fell by the way. Remember I have fought some hard battles And won, ere the close of the day. Then forget to grieve for my going, I would not have you sad for a day. But in the summer just gather some flowers And remember the place where I lay, And come in the shade of evening When the sun paints the sky in the west. Stand for a few moments beside me And remember only my best. We love you. You were a special son, brother, dad and friend. God had you to prepare us with poems, songs "When I get to where I am going" and promises Things Said" You were longing to see heaven and see your Papa. We miss you and you will never be forgotten. Family and Friends

MARLENE ANN SCHIRO HILKIRK St. Bernard Memorial Funeral Home Chalmette, LA Services for Marlene Ann Schiro Hilkirk, 49, of Monroe, LA will be held at St. Bernard Memorial Funeral Home in Chalmette, LA on Tuesday, June 3, 2008 at 1:00 PM. Marlene Hilkirk was born on February 24, 1959 in New Orleans, LA to parents James and Margaret Farley Schiro. Having lived most of her life in the New Orleans area, she had moved to Monroe with her youngest daughter, Britten, after Hurricane Katrina devastated her home. She died at St. Francis North Hospital on May 29, 2008 after a very lengthy illness. Ms. Hilkirk devoted her life to her family. She was a doting mother and daughter as well as a wonderful sister and a fierce friend. She loved her children and showered them with all the love and affection a mother can give to her children. Her family was the joy and pride of her life. Those who were fortunate enough to have had her in their life are eternally grateful. She was unselfish and giving of her love and time to all those she knew. An angel has left this world to join the ranks of those in heaven and those left behind are deeply saddened by their loss. Ms. Hilkirk was preceded in death by her husband, Glenn Hilkirk Sr., and her father James Schiro. Ms. Hilkirk is survived by her mother, Margaret Farley Schiro of Monroe; daughter, Jeanne Hilkirk and Jacob of Slidell, LA; son, Glenn Hilkirk Jr. and Jennifer of Poydras, LA; daughter, Britten Hilkirk of Monroe, LA; sisters, Pam Posey and husband John of Monroe, LA, Paula Johnson and husband Sonny of Hope, AR, Linda Schiro of New Orleans, LA, Karen Klaus and husband Joe of Metarie, LA; brothers, Patrick Schiro and wife Debbie of Violet, LA, Mark Schiro and wife Brenda of Poydras, LA, and Gary Schiro and wife Alexies of Holden, LA.; grandchildren, Landyn Johnson, Rylie Hilkirk, Tyelor Dietrich, and Gavin Dietrich; and many nieces and nephews who loved her dearly. Pallbearers are Glenn Hilkirk, Jr., Jason Schiro, Jeffrey Schiro, Mark Schiro, Jr., Eddie Flanigen, Brian Hilkirk, and Kendal Serigne. Visitation will be Tuesday, June 3, 2008 at 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM. The family would like to thank Dr. Dean Stockstill for his wonderful care and concern throughout Ms. Hilkirk's illness. They are truly grateful for his compassion and dedication.

Wilma M. Williams Applewhite, 70
RAYVILLE — Wilma Masters Williams Applewhite, a retired nurse's aide, died Sunday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Brown-Holley Funeral Home of Rayville.

Dianne Brown, 54
TALLULAH — Dianne Brown died May 25. Visitation is 6-7 p.m. today at Beckwith Golden Gate Funeral Home. Services are 11 a.m. Tuesday at the funeral home. Burial is at New Oakwood Cemetery.

Noah Floyd Burgess, 94
Noah Floyd Burgess, an accountant from Monroe, died Friday. Services are 10 a.m. today at Kilpatrick Funeral Home in Monroe. Visitation will begin at 9 a.m. Burial will follow at Monroe Memorial Park.

Eugene Davis, 59
TALLULAH — Eugene Davis died Friday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Beckwith Golden Gate Funeral Home.

Eloise Fancher, 84
BASTROP — Eloise Fancher, a homemaker, died Saturday. Visitation will be 5-9 p.m. today at Pine Grove Baptist Church. Services are 2 p.m. Tuesday at the church, and burial will follow at the church cemetery. Golden Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

Willie Green, 69
TALLULAH — Willie Green died Saturday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Beckwith Golden Gate Funeral Home.

Faye Smith Hendrix, 66
COLUMBIA — Faye Smith Hendrix, a retired sales clerk, died Saturday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Riser Funeral Home. Visitation will start at 10 a.m. at the funeral home. Burial will be at Beech Creek Cemetery west of Olla.

Leon T. Mason, 84
TALLULAH — Leon T. Mason died May 25. Visitation is noon-6 p.m. today at Beckwith Golden Gate Funeral Home. Services are 1 p.m. Tuesday at New Jerusalem MB Church. Burial will be at Natchez National Cemetery.

Charles Roland Mathewes, 61
RUSTON — Charles Roland Mathewes died Saturday. Visitation is 8:30-10 a.m. Tuesday at Owens Memorial Chapel. Services are at 10 a.m. Burial will follow at Forest Lawn Cemetery.

Morris Nelson McClain Jr., 84
Morris Nelson McClain Jr. of West Monroe, a retired operation supervisor with the Social Security Administration, died Saturday. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Tuesday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home in West Monroe. Services are 2 p.m. Wednesday at Highland Presbyterian Church. Burial will be at Twin City Memorial Gardens.

Clermon (C.D.) Morris, 77
Clermon Morris, a truck driver from Monroe, died Saturday. Visitation is noon-1 p.m. today at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Graveside services will be 2 p.m. today at Hasley Memorial Pavilion, Hasley Cemetery.

Sidney Paul Odom, 47
MANGHAM — Sidney Paul Odom, a carpenter, died Saturday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Brown-Holley Funeral Home of Rayville.

Roy (Denny) Summerall Jr. 31
JONESVILLE — Roy (Denny) Summerall Jr., a glass glazier, died Sunday. Visitation will be 5-9 p.m. today at Young's Funeral Home. Services will be 10 a.m. Tuesday at the funeral home. Burial will follow at Heard Cemetery in Manifest.

Charlie J. Svetlecic, 86
WINNSBORO — Charlie J. Svetlecic, a retired laboratory technician, died Sunday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Gill First National Funeral Home, Winnsboro.

Junior Lee Toney, 68
Junior Lee Toney, an electrician, died Friday. Visitation is 5-7 p.m. Monday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road. Services are 11 a.m. Tuesday at the funeral home. Burial is at Mulhearn Memorial Park.

Larry Robert Vanderberg, 61
Larry Robert Vanderberg, a maintenance man from Monroe, died Sunday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road.

Lucy McGill Cummings Webster, 96
Lucy McGill Cummings Webster of Monroe, a homemaker, died Thursday. Visitation is 9 a.m. in the Fireside Room, Covenant Presbyterian Church. Services are 10 a.m. at the church. Burial will follow at Prairie Grove Cemetery in Prairie Grove, Ark. Kilpatrick Funeral Home of Monroe is in charge of arrangements.

Frankie Theo Winchester, 87
Frankie Theo Winchester, an early childhood development director, died Sunday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED
Hunt, Ju'Mya Kaye: 10 a.m. today, Powell Street Cemetery, Monroe.
Gilbreath, Earl E.: 10 a.m. Tuesday, Memorial Park Cemetery, Lake Providence.
Ellen Mathews Layfield: 2 p.m. today, First Baptist Church, Jonesboro.
Doyle Masters: 4 p.m. today, McDonald Baptist Church, Jonesboro.
Sanson, Charlie: 11 a.m. today, First Baptist Church, Jonesville.
C.A. Temple: 10 a.m. today Providence Memorial Cemetery, Winnsboro.
Tettleton, John R.: 10 a.m. today, Old Athens Cemetery, Athens.
Lois Tiffee: 2 p.m. today, Montery Assembly of God.
Nettie Mae Platt Tucker: 10 a.m. today, Kilpatrick, Farmerville.
Webster, Lucy McGill Cummings: 10 a.m. today, Covenant Presbyterian Church, Monroe

June 3, 2008 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

June 4, 2008 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

DOROTHY LEE ROACH Gill Firist National Funeral Home Winnsboro, LA Dorothy Lee Roach was born on March 23, 1922 to David and Francis Roach of Wisner, La and she passed from this life on June 1, 2008 in Rockwall, TX. Dot earned a Masters Degree in Music Education at Northwestern University at Natchitoches, LA. She taught 26 years in Gilbert, Vivian, Bossier, and Waller Elementary Schools and Wisner Elementary and High School. She was a Purple Jacket, an honorary service organization, and a member of Phi Kappa Phi, an honorary educational fraternity at Northwestern University. She was chairperson of the Official Board of the Wisner Methodist church for a number of years, was the Music Director of the church for over 50 years and was a life-time member of the Wisner United Methodist Church. She was awarded a Life-time UMW pin for her service. She spent countless Wednesdays singing at both nursing homes in Wisner, and she was a true disciple of God. She is preceded in death by her parents; her brothers: Lonnie, David (Bubba), and Walter Roach; her sisters Lucy Roach & Gladys Roach Huckaby. She is survived by her nephews: Walter, Charlie, and David Giles Roach & David and Dale Huckaby; her nieces Ginger Roach Majewski and Mary Gail Huckaby Carter; and numerous great nieces, nephews, and other family members. Funeral services for Dorothy Lee Roach, 86, of Wisner will be held at 10 AM on Thursday, June 5, 2008 at the Wisner United Methodist Church with Rev. Frances Guy officiating. Services will be held under the direction of Gill First National Funeral Home of Winnsboro. Visitation will be Wednesday, June 4, 2008 from 5:00 to 8:00 PM at the funeral home. Pallbearers will be Dale, David, and Daniel Huckaby, Charlie, David Giles, Johnathon, Chase, and Elijah Roach. Memorials may be sent to Wisner United Methodist Church. Online condolences may be sent to www.gillfirstnational.com

NINA LOUISE "LUCY" PEROT Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road, Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mrs. Nina Louise "Lucy" Perot, 74, of Baton Rouge, LA formerly of Bastrop, LA, will be held at 10:00 AM Wednesday, June 4, 2008, in the chapel of Mulhearn Memorial Park Mausoleum with Rev. Mark Watson officiating. Interment will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery. Mrs. Perot passed away Monday, June 2, 2008. She was a bank teller in Bastrop for many years. She was preceded in death by her husband, James P. Perot; and parents, Juhan Joseph and Alma Louise Burroughs. Survivors include her brothers-in-law, J.C. "Pete" Perot, Johnny Perot, Gene Perot, and George Perot; sister-in-law,Audrey Hawsey; and a number of nieces and nephews. Pallbearers will be Pete Perot, George Perot, Johnny Perot, Gene Perot, Jeff Miller, and Keith Hawsey. Visitation will be Wednesday from 9:00 AM until service time at the Mausoleum Chapel. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneral home.com

ROBERT LANE TERRAL FARRAR FUNERAL HOME Farmerville, LA Robert Lane Terral was born September 6, 1939 in Shreveport, LA and went to be with his heavenly Father at his home in Farmerville on June 2, 2008 surrounded by his family and friends. Lane served his country in the U.S. Army. He followed in his father's footsteps and was a self employed paint contractor. Lane attended Mt. Tabor Baptist Church. He was preceded in death by his father and mother, E. C. and Lona Grace (Odom) Terral, and his wife, JoAnn. He is survived by his sister Mary Sue Eldridge; nephew Jr. Eldridge and his family, Jason & Jenny; niece Donna Harris & her family, Claude, Justin & Stephanie; aunts Joyce O. Nolan, Bert T. Stancil, Virginia T. Balkom and Mary T. Risinger; many cousins and very special friend, Bettye B. Nolan. Lane loved to hunt and fish and spent countless hours with his friends at the deer camp and on the river. He also enjoyed being at his shop visiting with friends. Pallbearers will be Kendal Terral, Caskey Terral, Jerry Terral, Thomas Terral, Claude Harris, and Matt Nolan. Honorary pallbearers will be Billy Floyd Pearson, Boyce Pearson, Coleman Malone, David Brown, Ken Cooper, Johnny McFarland and Marvin Neal. Visitation will be at Farrar Funeral Home from 5:30 PM to 8:00 PM on Wednesday, June 4. The service will be held at Mt. Tabor Baptist Church on Thursday, June 5 at 10:00 AM. Burial will follow at Beulah Church Cemetery. The family would like to say a special "thank you" to the many friends who have done countless acts of kindness during Lane's illness. He could feel your love and prayers. Online messages may be sent to the family at www.farrarfh.com.

TENA NEWMAN CARTER BOND Gill First National Winnsboro, LA Funeral services for Tena Newman Carter Bond, age 93, of Wisner, will be held 3 PM Friday June 6, 2008 at Wisner First Baptist Church with Rev. Thomas Peoples officiating. Services will be under the direction of Gill First National Funeral Home of Winnsboro. Interment will follow at South Central Cemetery in Wisner. Visitation will be Friday from 1:30 PM until time of service at the church. Tena was born on September 9, 1914 to Eugene and Nancy Halford Newman in Gilbert and she passed from this life on June 2, 2008 at Franklin Medical Center in Winnsboro. She was a member of the Wisner First Baptist Church. She loved gardening and flowers. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband: Tom Carter; husband: Amos Bond; son: Charles Carter. She is survived by one daughter: Rosa Stephens and her husband Nick of Wisner; two brothers: Thomas and Wes Newman; three sisters: Etta Hill, Irma Tisdale, and Bobbie Stephens; one daughter-in-law: Jane Carter; one granddaughter: Sondra Wright; four grandsons: Norman, Tommy, Bruce, and Mel Stephens; twelve great-grandchildren; numerous nieces and nephews. Online condolences may be sent to www.gillfirstnational.com.

WILBUR BAILEY Kilpatrick Funeral Home Farmerville, LA Wilbur Lavelle Bailey, 86, of Farmerville, LA, passed away from this world to join his Heavenly Father on Monday, June 2, 2008. A service honoring Mr. Bailey will be held at Crestview Baptist Church Thursday, June 5, 2008 at 10:00 AM. Burial will follow at Weldon Baptist Church Cemetery in Bernice, LA. Visitation with the family will be Wednesday, June 4, 2008 from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM at Crestview Baptist Church. Mr. Bailey was a lifelong resident of Union Parish. He began his livelihood as a farmer and continued to provide for his family as butane gas supplier, the owner of The Dairy-Etta in Bernice, LA The Dairy-Etta in Farmerville, LA, and Lion Oil Company of Farmerville, LA. He spent his life working hard in his community and became recognized as an honest businessman. As a veteran of WWII, Mr. Bailey served his country proudly as a member of the United States Army. He received an honorable discharge on July 19, 1946. Mr. Bailey was charter member of Crestview Baptist Church in Farmerville, LA. He has been a faithful servant of his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. From his local church to churches across the United States, pastors and Christian friends have expressed their love and respect for Mr. Bailey. He, along with his loving wife Christene Bailey, worked with many volunteer mission projects throughout the United States. These included weeks of construction, church planting, church growth, teaching, leading, and praying. His faithfulness included not only his time and service, but also his financial support of his local church and numerous mission endeavors. Mr. Bailey will be dearly missed by his family and friends. Known as "Pap" by his family, Mr. Bailey is survived by his wife of 67 years, Christene Gray Bailey; two sons, Barry Bailey and his wife Gay of West Monroe, LA, and Dr. Don W. Bailey of Lake Providence; and two daughters, Peggy Frasier and her husband Danny of Farmerville, and Tina Roush and her husband Johnny of West Monroe. Mr. Bailey has 12 grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews. As so well stated by one of his granddaughters-in-law to her child, "it is because your Pap told your Big Daddy (grandfather) about Jesus and Big Daddy told your Daddy about Jesus, and your Daddy told us about Jesus, that we now love Jesus. It all stated with Pap. Pallbearers for the service will be grandsons; Mitch Bailey, Marty Bailey, Steven Frasier, Jason Hyatt and Donovan Bailey; grandsons–in-law, James Brandenburg, Trey Tyndall and Tommy Sutton, and great-grandson, Caleb Bailey. The family would like to thank those who provided emergency care for Mr. Bailey at Green Clinic and Northern LA. Medical Center in Ruston, LA; Dr. Fincher and the medical staff of St. Francis Medical Center for the gentle care provided Mr. Bailey and the family following his stroke; and Dr. Sanson and the staff at Union General Hospital for the comfort and care provided for Mr. Bailey in his final days. We thank God for those of you who reach out to console and care for the dying and grieving. It is truly a gift from God. Mr. Bailey requested that all memorials be sent to Crestview Baptist Church, P.O. Box 242 Farmerville, LA, to be included in the Georgia Barnett State Mission offering. Online condolence messages may be sent to t he family at www.kilpatrickfuneral homes.com.

Linda J. Abshier, 69
Linda J. Abshier of Monroe, a homemaker, died Tuesday. Services are 10 a.m. Thursday at Mulhearn Memorial Park Mausoleum, Monroe. Visitation is 9 a.m. until service time at the mausoleum. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe.

Kendrick R. Atkins, 20
RUSTON — Kendrick Rayshun Atkins died Sunday. Services are 2 p.m. Friday at Spring Hill Baptist Church, Ruston. Visitation is 6-7 p.m. Thursday at King's Funeral Home, Ruston. Burial will be in China Grove Cemetery, Ruston.

Sallie S. P. Benton, 81
Sallie Stancil Pace Benton of Monroe, a retired hairdresser, died Monday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe.

Betty Jane Butler, 66
Betty Jane Butler of Monroe died Sunday. Memorial services are 1 p.m. today at Miller Funeral Home, Monroe.

Elmus Duncan Sr., 87
Elmus F. Duncan Sr. of West Monroe, a retired pipefitter, died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Billy Eldridge, 65
DELHI — Billy Eldridge of the Warsaw community, a store clerk, died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Gill First National Funeral Home, Winnsboro.

Jessal Houghton, 86
CLAYTON — Jessal Blanche Houghton, a homemaker, died Monday. Services are 10:30 a.m. Thursday at Clayton Baptist Church. Visitation is 6-9 p.m. today at the church. Burial will be in Rogers Cemetery, Clayton under the direction of Comer Funeral Home, Ferriday.

Bonnie Dean Lewis, 63
RAYVILLE — Bonnie Dean Lewis, a homemaker, died Tuesday. Services are 2 p.m. Thursday at Mount Calvary Baptist Church, Rayville. Visitation is 4-9 p.m. today at the church. Burial will be in Shanks Cemetery, Holly Ridge under the direction of Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Rayville.

Joseph S. Lyons, 79
Joseph Sidney Lyons of Monroe, a furniture manufacturing laborer, died Wednesday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Tabernacle Baptist Church, Monroe. Visitation is 6-7 p.m. Friday at Miller Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens.

'Mickey' McPherson, 89
FARMERVILLE — Clarice "Mickey" McPherson, a retired custodian, died Monday. Memorial services will be held at a later date under the direction of Farrar Funeral Home, Farmerville.

Kenneth R. Phillips, 57
BASTROP — Kenneth Ray Phillips, an International Paper area manager, died Tuesday. Services are 10 a.m. Thursday at Golden Funeral Home, Bastrop. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. today at the funeral home. Burial will be in Memorial Park Cemetery, Bastrop.

Cashton Stewart, Infant
Cashton Ray Stewart of West Monroe, infant son of Robin and Thomas Stewart, died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Christine B. White, 73
SICILY ISLAND — Christine Bankston White died Tuesday. Services are 10 a.m. Thursday at Comer Funeral Home, Ferriday. Burial will be in Highland Park Cemetery, Sicily Island.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED:
Beckwith Sr., Eddie: 11 a.m. today, Tallulah-Madison Community Center, Tallulah.
Fulerton, Charlie: 11 a.m. today, Full Gospel Christian Center, Jonesboro.
Miles, Wanda Jean: 11 a.m. Friday, Mount Zion Baptist Church, Grambling.
Penny, Emma Elizabeth: 11 a.m. Saturday, Parks Memorial Church of God in Christ, Odessa, Texas.
Sherman, Jessie Lee: 11 a.m. Saturday, Smith Funeral Home, Monroe.
Taylor Jr., Eugene Edward: 4 p.m. today, Vidalia Presbyterian Church, Vidalia.
Walsworth, Bobby: 10 a.m. today, First United Pentecostal Church, Natchez, Miss.

June 5, 2008 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

E. BRENT ROY Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral services for E. Brent Roy, 43, of Calhoun, LA will be held at 2:00 PM Friday, June 6, 2008 in the chapel of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Bro. Keith Roberts and Bro. Cal Adams will be officiating. Interment will follow at Beulah Cemetery, Calhoun, LA under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Brent was born November 8, 1964 in Bastrop, LA and passed away June 2, 2008 in West Monroe, LA. He received a Bachelor Degree from ULM in psychology and attended the accelerated nursing program at NYU, where he received his nursing degree. He practiced at NYU Hospital in the lung and heart unit for several years before returning home. Brent was currently a traveling phlebotomist for Princeton Bio Medical Lab. He was a member of Pi Kappa Alpha and was a semi-professional volleyball player. Brent was preceded in death by his maternal grandparents, Leslie and Avis Bates; paternal grandparents, J. C. and Sybil Roy. Brent is survived by his parents, Charles Roy and Sue and Don Lyles; brother, Kregg Roy; friend and sister-in-law; Astrid Roy; niece, Christa Marie Roy; 2 nephews, David Klaus Karakash, Sven Eric James Roy; step-brothers, Jerry and Marty Lyles; step-sister, Laura Porras and husband Medards; aunts and uncle, Ann Ellard and Gene and Brenda Bates: cousins, Angie Renee Benson and Travis Wayne Ellard, Jason Todd Bates, and Bryan Eugene Bates; and extended members of the Chapman and High families; best friend Bernard Greniere. Visitation will be held 6:00 PM until 8:00 PM Thursday, June 5, 2008 at Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe. Memorials may be made to St. Jude Children's Hospital or Humane Society. Pallbearers will be Dr. Warren Daniel, Jody Lambert, Jason Rogers, Lynn Bass, David Bishop and Tony Waterman. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilkpatrickfuneral homes.com

MR. BOBBY LEE BUTLER, SR. Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Memorial Services for Mr. Bobby Lee Butler Sr., 67, of West Monroe, LA will be held at 3:00 P.M. Friday, June 6, 2008 in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA with Rev. Robert Lindsey officiating. Mr. Butler passed away on Monday, June 2, 2008. He was a member of the First United Methodist Church in West Monroe, LA. Mr. Butler was employed as a heavy equipment salesman for many years and loved the outdoors, fishing, and hunting. He is preceded in death by his parents, Mr. Robert Lee and Leona Neal Butler. Survivors include his wife of 48 years, Carole Butler; three sons, Bob Butler Jr. and wife Traci, Randy Butler and wife NaTanya and Todd Butler and his grandchildren, Jesse, Dakota, Rebekah,Caleb, Joshua and Daniel. Visitation will be held from 1:00 P.M. until service time on Friday at the Funeral Home. Online Registry/Condolences www.mulhearnfuneral home.com

SANDRA LYNN MCREE Chancellor Funeral Home Florence, MS Mrs. Sandra Lynn McRee, 55, surrendered her courageous battle with cancer Tuesday, June 3, 2008 at her daughter's home in Brandon and now is resting in the arms of her Lord. Visitation will be Thursday 5-8 PM at Chancellor Funeral Home in Florence and Friday 11 AM until 2 PM. Graveside services will be at 2:30 PM at Faith Baptist Church Cemetery in Florence. Mrs. McRee fulfilled her goal in life by being remembered as a loving wife, mother and grandmother. She gleamed every minute she spent with her children and grandchildren and felt that this was what life was meant to be. She was a member of Faith Baptist Church. She was preceded in death by her parents Leon McKnight and Billie Ruth Brown and a daughter, Casey Lynn Green. Left behind to remember her love is her husband, Robert "Red" McRee of Florence; sons: Shannon Fletcher and fiancé, Karen Beard and son, Tate of West Monroe, LA and Jeremy Green and fiancé Ashley Finnegan of Florence; daughter, Kelley Cameron and fiancé, Jason Westbrook of Brandon; sister, Diane Gaines of West Monroe, LA; and the love of her life, granddaughter, Casey Jade Westbrook and grandson, Landon Cade Green. On-line guestbook may be signed at www. chancellor funeralhome.com

Linda J. Abshier, 69
Linda J. Abshier of Monroe, a homemaker, died Tuesday. Services are 10 a.m. Thursday at Mulhearn Memorial Park Mausoleum, Monroe. Visitation is 9 a.m. until service time at the mausoleum. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe.

Kendrick R. Atkins, 20
RUSTON — Kendrick Rayshun Atkins died Sunday. Services are 2 p.m. Friday at Spring Hill Baptist Church, Ruston. Visitation is 6-7 p.m. Thursday at King's Funeral Home, Ruston. Burial will be in China Grove Cemetery, Ruston.

Sallie S. P. Benton, 81
Sallie Stancil Pace Benton of Monroe, a retired hairdresser, died Monday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe.

Betty Jane Butler, 66
Betty Jane Butler of Monroe died Sunday. Memorial services are 1 p.m. today at Miller Funeral Home, Monroe.

Elmus Duncan Sr., 87
Elmus F. Duncan Sr. of West Monroe, a retired pipefitter, died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Billy Eldridge, 65
DELHI — Billy Eldridge of the Warsaw community, a store clerk, died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Gill First National Funeral Home, Winnsboro.

Jessal Houghton, 86
CLAYTON — Jessal Blanche Houghton, a homemaker, died Monday. Services are 10:30 a.m. Thursday at Clayton Baptist Church. Visitation is 6-9 p.m. today at the church. Burial will be in Rogers Cemetery, Clayton under the direction of Comer Funeral Home, Ferriday.

Bonnie Dean Lewis, 63
RAYVILLE — Bonnie Dean Lewis, a homemaker, died Tuesday. Services are 2 p.m. Thursday at Mount Calvary Baptist Church, Rayville. Visitation is 4-9 p.m. today at the church. Burial will be in Shanks Cemetery, Holly Ridge under the direction of Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Rayville.

Joseph S. Lyons, 79
Joseph Sidney Lyons of Monroe, a furniture manufacturing laborer, died Wednesday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Tabernacle Baptist Church, Monroe. Visitation is 6-7 p.m. Friday at Miller Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens.

'Mickey' McPherson, 89
FARMERVILLE — Clarice "Mickey" McPherson, a retired custodian, died Monday. Memorial services will be held at a later date under the direction of Farrar Funeral Home, Farmerville.

Kenneth R. Phillips, 57
BASTROP — Kenneth Ray Phillips, an International Paper area manager, died Tuesday. Services are 10 a.m. Thursday at Golden Funeral Home, Bastrop. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. today at the funeral home. Burial will be in Memorial Park Cemetery, Bastrop.

Cashton Stewart, Infant
Cashton Ray Stewart of West Monroe, infant son of Robin and Thomas Stewart, died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Christine B. White, 73
SICILY ISLAND — Christine Bankston White died Tuesday. Services are 10 a.m. Thursday at Comer Funeral Home, Ferriday. Burial will be in Highland Park Cemetery, Sicily Island.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED:
Beckwith Sr., Eddie: 11 a.m. today, Tallulah-Madison Community Center, Tallulah.
Fulerton, Charlie: 11 a.m. today, Full Gospel Christian Center, Jonesboro.
Miles, Wanda Jean: 11 a.m. Friday, Mount Zion Baptist Church, Grambling.
Penny, Emma Elizabeth: 11 a.m. Saturday, Parks Memorial Church of God in Christ, Odessa, Texas.
Sherman, Jessie Lee: 11 a.m. Saturday, Smith Funeral Home, Monroe.
Taylor Jr., Eugene Edward: 4 p.m. today, Vidalia Presbyterian Church, Vidalia.
Walsworth, Bobby: 10 a.m. today, First United Pentecostal Church, Natchez, Miss.

June 6, 2008 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

ALMA T. RHINEHART Gill First National Funeral Home Winnsboro, LA Funeral services for Alma T. Rhinehart, 84, of Rayville will be 2:00 PM Friday, June 6, 2008 at Calvary Baptist Church near Mangham with Rev. Gary Courtney officiating. Burial will follow at Hewitt Cemetery under the direction of Gill First National Funeral Home in Winnsboro. Mrs. Rhinehart was born to the union of her parents Amos and Dure Harper Thigpen on September 15, 1923 in Sikes, LA and passed from this life on June 4, 2008. Mrs. Alma was a member of Calvary Baptist Church. She retired after 20 years with Buccaneer Slacks and LaSavilla Garment factories. She is preceded in death by her parents; her husnabd: Ray Rhinehart, four brothers and four sisters. Mrs. Alma is survived by one daughter: Regena Trichell of Monroe, LA and one son: Lloyd D. Rhinehart of Pasadena, TX; two grandchildren: Steven Rhinehart and Jessica Ventura; and six step grandchildren: Russell Wheat, Billy J. Trichell, Faith Lankford, Monte Trichell, Brian Trichell and Nadine Hughes. Pallbearers will be Andy McBroom, David McBroom, Timmy McBroom, Billy Trichell, Keith Trichell and Monte Trichell. Honorary Pallbearers: Jimmy Lowery, Veron Willson, Carl Childress, Larry Romero, Bubba McBroom and Sonny McBroom. To sign guest book or send condolences please visit gillfirstnational.com

JAMES SANDERS DEBURR Miller Funeral Home Monroe, LA Funeral services for James Sanders DeBurr, 60, of Monroe will be held at 3:00 PM Saturday, June 7, 2008 at True Vine Baptist Church, Rev. Greg Oliver Sr., pastor. Interment will follow at Richwood Memorial Gardens, Monroe, under the direction of Miller Funeral home. James passed away suddenly in his home on Tuesday, June 3, 2008. He was a graduate of Richardson High School in West Monroe, a Vietnam veteran and a retiree from General Motors/Guide Corporation. He is most noted for his "gift of gab", love of family and friends, and hosting family "get- togethers". He cherished every minute that he spent with his children, grandchildren and dog, Princess. James was preceded in death by his father, Willie DeBurr and son, DeMario DeBurr. He leaves to mourn his passing his wife of 36 years, Cora Little DeBurr; son, Detrick Van DeBurr; 2 daughters, Tia (Will) Birt, Norcross, GA and Takeisha DeBurr, Monroe, LA; grandchildren, T.J. Washington, Joshua and Aisha DeBurr, and Anais Pichon. Mother, Johnnie Cyrus DeBurr, Monroe, LA; 7 brothers, Kenneth (Carol) DeBurr, Fremont, CA, Michael (Diana) DeBurr, Monroe, GA, Willie E. (Joyce) DeBurr, Johnny "Bird" (Ruth) DeBurr, Martin DeBurr, Dennis DeBurr and Gerald DeBurr, all of Monroe, LA; 5 sisters, Betty (Joe) Cox, Katy, TX, Muriel Anderson, Pineville, LA, Oreda DeBurr, Sylvia Bullard and Delores Gayle DeBurr, all of Monroe, LA. A host of aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins and friends are left to cherish his memories. Visitation will be held at Miller Funeral Home on Friday, June 6, 2008 from 1:00 PM to 8:15 PM. Family hour will be from 7:15 PM until 8:15 PM.

Linda J. Abshier, 69
Linda J. Abshier of Monroe, a homemaker, died Tuesday. Services are 10 a.m. Thursday at Mulhearn Memorial Park Mausoleum, Monroe. Visitation is 9 a.m. until service time at the mausoleum. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe.

Kendrick R. Atkins, 20
RUSTON — Kendrick Rayshun Atkins died Sunday. Services are 2 p.m. Friday at Spring Hill Baptist Church, Ruston. Visitation is 6-7 p.m. Thursday at King's Funeral Home, Ruston. Burial will be in China Grove Cemetery, Ruston.

Sallie S. P. Benton, 81
Sallie Stancil Pace Benton of Monroe, a retired hairdresser, died Monday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe.

Betty Jane Butler, 66
Betty Jane Butler of Monroe died Sunday. Memorial services are 1 p.m. today at Miller Funeral Home, Monroe.

Elmus Duncan Sr., 87
Elmus F. Duncan Sr. of West Monroe, a retired pipefitter, died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Billy Eldridge, 65
DELHI — Billy Eldridge of the Warsaw community, a store clerk, died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Gill First National Funeral Home, Winnsboro.

Jessal Houghton, 86
CLAYTON — Jessal Blanche Houghton, a homemaker, died Monday. Services are 10:30 a.m. Thursday at Clayton Baptist Church. Visitation is 6-9 p.m. today at the church. Burial will be in Rogers Cemetery, Clayton under the direction of Comer Funeral Home, Ferriday.

Bonnie Dean Lewis, 63
RAYVILLE — Bonnie Dean Lewis, a homemaker, died Tuesday. Services are 2 p.m. Thursday at Mount Calvary Baptist Church, Rayville. Visitation is 4-9 p.m. today at the church. Burial will be in Shanks Cemetery, Holly Ridge under the direction of Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Rayville.

Joseph S. Lyons, 79
Joseph Sidney Lyons of Monroe, a furniture manufacturing laborer, died Wednesday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Tabernacle Baptist Church, Monroe. Visitation is 6-7 p.m. Friday at Miller Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens.

'Mickey' McPherson, 89
FARMERVILLE — Clarice "Mickey" McPherson, a retired custodian, died Monday. Memorial services will be held at a later date under the direction of Farrar Funeral Home, Farmerville.

Kenneth R. Phillips, 57
BASTROP — Kenneth Ray Phillips, an International Paper area manager, died Tuesday. Services are 10 a.m. Thursday at Golden Funeral Home, Bastrop. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. today at the funeral home. Burial will be in Memorial Park Cemetery, Bastrop.

Cashton Stewart, Infant
Cashton Ray Stewart of West Monroe, infant son of Robin and Thomas Stewart, died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Christine B. White, 73
SICILY ISLAND — Christine Bankston White died Tuesday. Services are 10 a.m. Thursday at Comer Funeral Home, Ferriday. Burial will be in Highland Park Cemetery, Sicily Island.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED:
Beckwith Sr., Eddie: 11 a.m. today, Tallulah-Madison Community Center, Tallulah.
Fulerton, Charlie: 11 a.m. today, Full Gospel Christian Center, Jonesboro.
Miles, Wanda Jean: 11 a.m. Friday, Mount Zion Baptist Church, Grambling.
Penny, Emma Elizabeth: 11 a.m. Saturday, Parks Memorial Church of God in Christ, Odessa, Texas.
Sherman, Jessie Lee: 11 a.m. Saturday, Smith Funeral Home, Monroe.
Taylor Jr., Eugene Edward: 4 p.m. today, Vidalia Presbyterian Church, Vidalia.
Walsworth, Bobby: 10 a.m. today, First United Pentecostal Church, Natchez, Miss

June 7, 2008 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

J. T. "COWBOY" LOWERY Mulhearn Funeral Home Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mr. J. T. "Cowboy" Lowery, 89, of Sterlington, will be held at 2:00 PM Sunday, June 8, 2008, in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe, with Rev. Elizabeth Foy officiating. Interment will follow in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery. Mr. Lowery passed away Thursday, June 5, 2008, at St. Francis North Hospital. He was a member of First Baptist Church in Sterlington, a motor grater operator for Ouachita Parish Highway Dept., and one of the founders of Sterlington High School Booster Club. He also served in the Civil Conservation Corp. Mr. Lowery was preceded in death by his parents, Oscar and Jessie Lowery, five sisters, two brothers, grandchildren, Travis Lowery and Seth Lowery; and great grandchild, Taylor Linder. Survivors include his wife, Mildred Maudine Martin Lowery; children, J. D. Lowery of Bastrop, LA, Judy Foy and husband Richard of Farmerville, LA, Dale Lowery and wife Joyce of Sterlington, LA, and Ronny Lowery and wife Pam of Sterlington, LA; grandchildren, Tanya, Kris, Jeremy, Shannon, Ronny Gene II, Annie, Linzi, Cody, Zachary, Trever, Madelynn, Tristan, and Kristina; and special niece, Helen Hogard. Pallbearers will be Shannon Lowery, Ronny Gene Lowery, II, Kris Jones, Jeremy Foy, Mike Creighton, and Kraig Hogard. Visitation will be Saturday from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneral home.com

JANETT CRAIN WINGO Brown-Holley Funeral Home Rayville, LA Funeral services for Janett Crain Wingo, 71, of Start, will be held at 2:00 PM, Sunday, June 8, 2008 at Brown-Holley Funeral Home in Rayville with Rev. Roger Stoffer officiating. Interment will follow in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery, Monroe under the direction of Brown-Holley Funeral Home in Rayville. Janett, "forever 39", was born on July 20, 1936 and said her "No Goodbyes" on Friday, June 6, 2008. Mrs. Wingo was a member of Faith Baptist Church and the Eastern Star. She was born with a song and a poem in her heart. She was preceded in death by her husband, Freddie P. Wingo; parents, Gussie and E.O. Crain; brother, Mack Crain and sister, Linda Finley. Survivors include 3 daughters, Cathy Takewell and husband, John of Monroe, Susan Wingo of Start, and Marilyn Peacock and husband, Roy of Girard, LA; 11 grandchildren, Jerry Brunson and wife, Jerri, Jennifer Hicks, JoLynn O'Quain and husband, Dan, Penny Carpenter and husband, Trandy, Paul Adams and wife, Kristi, Jessica Chambliss and husband, Joe, Anna Lord and husband, Eddie, Casey Chaney and husband, James, Hope Peacock, Nikki Turbeville, and Tori Turbeville; 13-great grandchildren, Mallory Adams, John-Fisher Carpenter, Rylan Adams, Moriah Adams, Lake Carpenter, M'Lynn Hicks, Kaiden O'Quain, Allyson Chambliss, Marissa Peacock Cascio, Hunter Lord, Evyn O'Quain, Sammie Brunson, Kaylee Brooke Chambliss; 4 brothers, Frank Crain and wife, Susan of Markham, TX, Willie Crain and wife, Dot of Monroe, Bobby Crain and wife, Trish of Clinton, AR, and Donald Crain and wife, Darlene of Houston, TX; 5-sisters, Edna Lewis of Mer Rouge, Ruby Nell McCain and husband, J.L. of Hamburg, AR, Shirley Hughlett and husband, Gene of Spur, TX, Diane Puttman and husband, Donald of Oak Grove, and Nancy Mayo and husband, Randy of Oak Grove. Pallbearers will be Paul Michael Adams, Gene Crain, Josh Johnson, Scott Crain, John-Fisher Carpenter, and Rylan Adams. Honorary Pallbearers will be Jerry Brunson, Kaiden O'Quain, Hunter Lord, Evyn O'Quain, Sammie Brunson, Eddie Lord, and Matthew Puttman. Visitation will be 4:30 PM 8:00 PM, Saturday, June 7, 2008 at Brown-Holley Funeral Home. To leave condolences for the family go online to www.brownholleyfuneral homes.com

LORRAINE AULDS ODOM FARRAR FUNERAL HOME Farmerville, LA Funeral services for Mrs. Lorraine A. Odom, 91, of Farmerville will be held at Farrar Funeral Home Monday, June 9, 2008 at 10:00 AM with Bro. Kurt Auger and Bro. Jeff Hurst officiating. Burial will be in Liberty Hill Taylor Cemetery. Arrangements are under the direction of Farrar Funeral Home of Farmerville. Mrs. Odom was an active member of First Baptist Church of Farmerville for many years and was a very loving Mother and Grandmother who cherished time spent with her family and friends. She was also an excellent cook. She is preceded in death by her husband, Broadus Odom and daughter, Wanda O. Hayes. Survivors include son, Jerry Odom and wife, Janet of Aurora, CO; son-in-law, Forrest R. Hayes of Farmerville; 9 grand children; 24 great grand children and 15 great-great grandchildren. Pallbearers will be Steve Hayes, Jr., Chad Hayes, Heath Hayes, Michael Hayes, Bradley Patrick and Chase Kinnison. Honorary pallbearers are John David Odom and Collin Kinnison. Visitation will be 5:00PM to 8:00 PM Sunday at Farrar Funeral Home. Online messages may be sent to the family at www.farrarfh.com.

MR. RAYMOND "HULK" CRUSE Hixon Brothers Funeral Home Jena, LA Services for Mr. Raymond "Hulk" Cruse will be held at 2:00 PM, Sunday June 8, 2008 in the Chapel of Hixon Brothers, Jena, LA with Rev, Clois Cole and Rev. Billy McClahan officiating. Interment will be in the Chickasaw Cemetery in Olla, LA . Mr. Cruse was a farmer who dearly loved his work. and also loved hunting, fishing. Mr. Cruse, 49 of Jena, LA was born February 14, 1959 in Monroe, LA, and passed from this life on June 5, 2008. He is survived by one daughter, Latin Jolynn Cruse of Jena, LA; his parents Johnny Lee and Betty Jo Cruse. He is also survived by 4 sisters Sherry Langston, Brenda Stephens, Carolyn Evans, and Debra Graham; 2 brothers Danny and Darrell Cruse; 4 grandchildren Brook and Jaden Cruse, Chasity Thompson and Jared Thacker. Friends may call on the Cruse Family at Hixon Brothers of Jena, LA from 3:00 PM to 10:00 PM on Saturday, June 7, 2008 and 8:00 AM Sunday until time of services.

MRS. VIRGINIA "GINNY" DAVIS Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mrs. Virginia "Ginny" Davis 73, of West Monroe, LA will be held at 2:00 PM in the chapel of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Officiating will be Huey H. Hughes. Interment will follow at Twin Cities Memorial Gardens, West Monroe, LA under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Mrs. Davis was born June 8, 1934 in Oak Grove, LA and passed away June 4, 2008 in West Monroe, LA. She was a member of Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witness. Mrs. Davis was preceded in death by her husband, Jerry Edwin Davis. She was devoted to her family and especially loved spending time with her grandchildren. She was always willing to assist with any members of her congregation that needed help. She loved flowers and gardening and always filled her home with beautiful blooms from her yard. She is survived by her children Jerry E. "Eddie" Davis, Jr., Peggy Robertson, Carmen Brodnax, Erin Hicks; 10 grandchildren and 9 great-grandchildren; sisters; Ruby Kersh, Martha Sanders, Kathleen Dew, Elsie Waggoner, Betty Wood and Rachel Leachman; brothers, Homer Gray, Luther Gray and Richard Gray Millikin. Pallbearers will be Brad Robertson, Beau Robertson, Justin Brodnax, Jonathan Davis, Larry Taylor and Jason McClary. Honorary pallbearers will be Jared Davis, Brian Robertson and Jason Solloway. Visitation will be Saturday from 12:00 PM until service time at Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneral homes.com

ROBERT L. BRUNSON Mulhearn Funeral Home, Rayville, LA Funeral services for Robert Lee Brunson, 89, of Mangham will be held Saturday, June 7, 2008, 10:00 AM at Calvary Baptist Church with Bro. Gary Courtney, Sister Charlotte Gerhardt, and Pastor Tom Lowe officiating. Interment will follow in Gwinn Cemetary, Mangham, under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home in Rayville. Visitation is set for Friday, June 6, from 6:00 PM until 9:00 PM at Mulhearn's. Mr. Brunson was born Dec. 24, 1918 and was called to be with his Lord on June 5, 2008. He leaves behind a blessed family to have had him for so long. Mr. Brunson is survived by his wife of 65 years, Lydia Gilley Brunson, and two daughters-Bobby Brunson Bruce and husband, Jim and Dianne Brunson Boughton and husband, Robert Louis all of Mangham- 3 grand children Jeff Boughton and Jennifer, Christy Boughton Hendrix and husband, James all of Mangham - Dee Bruce and wife, Tammie of Buffalo, Texas ; great grand children Katie Boughton, Chris Boughton, Annebelle Hendrix all of Mangham; Triston Bruce and Lauren Chambers of Buffalo, Texas. He is survived by a special nephew, Gerald Brunson of West Monroe, LA and several other nieces and nephews. Mr. Brunson is proceded in death by his parents, Louis and Annie Bois Brunson, two sisters- Neva Mae Brunson and Lucille Bacle; three brothers- J.C. Brunson, Joel Brunson, and Samuel Brunson. He is also preceded in death by a favorite uncle, John Boise. Mr. Brunson is believed to have been the last person to visit with the famous bank robbers, Bonnie Parker and Clyde Barrow. He accidentally met them near his boyhood home while squirrel hunting. His dog bayed them at their hideout in the woods. Robert met and talked with them for approximately twenty minutes on May 21, 1934. Mr. Brunson has been interviewed by two book authors- Paul Schneider of Flordia and Jeff Guinn of Fort Worth, Texas. Paulbearers will be Jim Bruce, Robert Boughton, Chris Boughton, Gary Gilley, Timmy McBroom. Andy McBroom, and David McBroom. Honorary paulbearers include Floyd Bacle, Stanley Bacle, Barney Parker, Sonny McBroom, Johnny Cannon, Bill Poindexter, and Jimmy Lowery. Mr. Brunson served his country during World War II. He was a member of the Mangham Masonic Lodge and American Legion Post 13. He was a member of the Calvary Baptist Church. He was a retired farmer. A special family, the Pete Campos family, helped him during his latter years in farming. To send condolences for the family, go online to www.muhearnfuneral home.com

THEDA "MOMMA" BRYANT Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral services for Theda "Momma" Bryant, 80, of West Monroe will be held at 2:00 PM Sunday June 8, 2008 in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe, LA with Rev. Milton Pray officiating. Interment will follow at Hasley Cemetery. Mrs. Bryant was born January 12, 1928 and passed away on June 6, 2008. She worked for 20 years in the Ouachita Parish School System at Highland Elementary School, where she was affectionately known as "Momma". Mrs. Bryant is preceded in death by her husband, parents, and brother. Survivors include her children, George Bryant and wife Gayle of Texas, Carrol Shaw and husband Bubba, Mary Rice and husband Zach, and Ginny Allen and husband James; grandchildren, Shawn Bryant and wife Dawn, Trey Bryant and wife Angela of Texas, Kandi Pate and husband Billy, Nicki Johns and husband Jamie, and Andy Allen and wife Lori; great grandchildren, Reed, James, and Aubri Bryant, Sumer Pate, Stone Johns, and A.J. Allen; and many good friends. Mrs. Bryant's grandsons and great grandsons will serve as pallbearers, Shawn Bryant, Trey Bryant, Billy Pate, Jamie Johns, Andy Allen, Reed Bryant, and Stone Johns. Visitation will be from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM on Saturday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe, LA. Memorials may be made to the Alzheimer's Association. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneal home.com

Linda J. Abshier, 69
Linda J. Abshier of Monroe, a homemaker, died Tuesday. Services are 10 a.m. Thursday at Mulhearn Memorial Park Mausoleum, Monroe. Visitation is 9 a.m. until service time at the mausoleum. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe.

Kendrick R. Atkins, 20
RUSTON — Kendrick Rayshun Atkins died Sunday. Services are 2 p.m. Friday at Spring Hill Baptist Church, Ruston. Visitation is 6-7 p.m. Thursday at King's Funeral Home, Ruston. Burial will be in China Grove Cemetery, Ruston.

Sallie S. P. Benton, 81
Sallie Stancil Pace Benton of Monroe, a retired hairdresser, died Monday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe.

Betty Jane Butler, 66
Betty Jane Butler of Monroe died Sunday. Memorial services are 1 p.m. today at Miller Funeral Home, Monroe.

Elmus Duncan Sr., 87
Elmus F. Duncan Sr. of West Monroe, a retired pipefitter, died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Billy Eldridge, 65
DELHI — Billy Eldridge of the Warsaw community, a store clerk, died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Gill First National Funeral Home, Winnsboro.

Jessal Houghton, 86
CLAYTON — Jessal Blanche Houghton, a homemaker, died Monday. Services are 10:30 a.m. Thursday at Clayton Baptist Church. Visitation is 6-9 p.m. today at the church. Burial will be in Rogers Cemetery, Clayton under the direction of Comer Funeral Home, Ferriday.

Bonnie Dean Lewis, 63
RAYVILLE — Bonnie Dean Lewis, a homemaker, died Tuesday. Services are 2 p.m. Thursday at Mount Calvary Baptist Church, Rayville. Visitation is 4-9 p.m. today at the church. Burial will be in Shanks Cemetery, Holly Ridge under the direction of Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Rayville.

Joseph S. Lyons, 79
Joseph Sidney Lyons of Monroe, a furniture manufacturing laborer, died Wednesday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Tabernacle Baptist Church, Monroe. Visitation is 6-7 p.m. Friday at Miller Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens.

'Mickey' McPherson, 89
FARMERVILLE — Clarice "Mickey" McPherson, a retired custodian, died Monday. Memorial services will be held at a later date under the direction of Farrar Funeral Home, Farmerville.

Kenneth R. Phillips, 57
BASTROP — Kenneth Ray Phillips, an International Paper area manager, died Tuesday. Services are 10 a.m. Thursday at Golden Funeral Home, Bastrop. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. today at the funeral home. Burial will be in Memorial Park Cemetery, Bastrop.

Cashton Stewart, Infant
Cashton Ray Stewart of West Monroe, infant son of Robin and Thomas Stewart, died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Christine B. White, 73
SICILY ISLAND — Christine Bankston White died Tuesday. Services are 10 a.m. Thursday at Comer Funeral Home, Ferriday. Burial will be in Highland Park Cemetery, Sicily Island.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED:
Beckwith Sr., Eddie: 11 a.m. today, Tallulah-Madison Community Center, Tallulah.
Fulerton, Charlie: 11 a.m. today, Full Gospel Christian Center, Jonesboro.
Miles, Wanda Jean: 11 a.m. Friday, Mount Zion Baptist Church, Grambling.
Penny, Emma Elizabeth: 11 a.m. Saturday, Parks Memorial Church of God in Christ, Odessa, Texas.
Sherman, Jessie Lee: 11 a.m. Saturday, Smith Funeral Home, Monroe.
Taylor Jr., Eugene Edward: 4 p.m. today, Vidalia Presbyterian Church, Vidalia.
Walsworth, Bobby: 10 a.m. today, First United Pentecostal Church, Natchez, Miss.

June 8, 2008 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

BILLY J. FRANKLIN Kilpatrick Funeral Home Farmerville, LA. Funeral Services for Mr. Billy Franklin, 74, of Marion, LA, will be held at 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, June 10, 2008 at Kilpatrick Funeral Home Chapel in Farmerville with Bro. Don Reeves officiating. Interment will follow in Liberty Baptist Church Cemetery at Linville under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home in Farmerville, LA. Mr. Franklin was born on July 4, 1933 in Marion, LA, and passed away on June 7, 2008 in Monroe, LA. He served his country in the United States Air Force during the Korean Conflict and was a member of Dean Baptist Church where he also served as a deacon. He was lovingly devoted to his family and greatly enjoyed his grandchildren. Billy is preceded in death by his parents Floyd K. and Edra Day Franklin, 3 brothers Charlie, Ike and Ricky Franklin. He is survived by his wife of 50 years: Marie Harrell Franklin of Marion, LA; son, Brent Franklin ( Lecia) of Sterlington, LA; daughter, Kathy Ward (Harrell) of Kingwood TX; Lindy Harris (Randy) of Monroe, LA; grand-children, Katie Ward, Haley Harris, Lindsay Franklin, Victoria Ward, and Josh Ward. 5 brothers, John R. Franklin (Faye) of Sterlington, LA; Mike Franklin (Betty) of Sullivan, MO; Gerald Franklin (Jackie) of Watson, LA; Freddie Franklin (Diane) of Linville, LA; Terry Franklin of Ethel, LA; 2 sisters, Elizabeth Holmes (Charles) of Carthage, TX; Myra Blake of Marlilyn Heights, MO; and numerous nieces and nephews. Memorials may be made to Liberty Church Cemetery Fund in Linville, or Dean Baptist Church. Visitation will be held from 5:00 to 8:00 PM Monday, June 9, 2008 at Kilpatrick Funeral Home in Farmerville, LA. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneral homes.com.

GARY LEONARD AYMOND Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral services for Gary Leonard Aymond, of Colleyville, TX and former resident of West Monroe, will be at 10:00 AM, Monday June 9, 2008 at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe, LA with Minister Allan Bailey officiating. Interment will follow at Monroe Memorial Park, Monroe, LA under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe, LA. Mr. Aymond was born in Alexandria, LA, April 16, 1954 and was a graduate of West Monroe High School. He worked at Olin Paper Mill for several years after which he moved to Dallas, Texas. He was the owner of Aymond Air. Mr. Aymond loved to fish and hunt. He will be missed by those who knew and loved him. He was preceded in death by his father, Bobby L. Aymond. Survivors include his mother and stepfather, Nancy and Roy Post; 2 sisters, Laura Aymond and Carole Cox and her husband, Gerard; brother, Richard Post; and a nephew, Huland Boatner. Pallbearers are Richard Post, Troy Counts, Randy Counts, Randy Knot, Huland Boatner and David O'Donnell. Visitation will be Sunday evening from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneral homes.com.

GLENDA NOLAN YOUNGBLOOD Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road, Monroe, LA Graveside services for Mrs. Glenda Nolan Youngblood, 65, of Monroe, will be held at 10:00 AM Monday, June 9, 2008, at Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery with Captain Glenn Riggs officiating. Services are under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Mrs. Youngblood passed away Friday, June 6, 2008 at St. Francis Medical Center. Survivors include her husband, John David Youngblood; two daughters, Sharon Salinas and husband, Tracy Poindexter of Breaux Bridge, LA, and Sarah Youngblood of Monroe; two brothers, Frank Nolan and wife Myrna of Collinston, and John Nolan and wife Angie of Monroe; sister, Judy Bounds and husband Dan of Monroe; five step children, and numerous nieces, nephews, aunts, and uncles. Visitation will be Sunday from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society, Salvation Army, or the charity of your choice. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneral home.com

GREGORY LEE LEWELLYAN Riser Funeral Home Columbia, LA Services for Gregory Lee Lewellyan, age 41 of Columbia will be held at 10 AM, Monday, June 9, 2008 from the Columbia Heights Baptist Church in Columbia with Rev. James Prince officiating. Eugene Dunn will deliver the eulogy. Interment will follow in the Columbia Hill Cemetery. Visitation will be Sunday, June 8, 2008 at Riser Funeral Home, 7131 Hwy 165 in Columbia from 4:00 PM until 8:00 PM. Greg was born in Columbia on July 8, 1966 and passed from this life on June 6, 2008 at his residence following a courageous year long battle with brain cancer. Greg graduated from Caldwell Parish High School in 1984 and from Northeast Louisiana University in 1988. He then attended Louisiana State University and received his Juris Doctor in 1991. While at LSU Greg received the American Jurisprudence Award for excellent achievement in Successions and Donations. He was also presented with an award for membership in the Moot Court Board. He practiced law from 1991-2000 with the Paul Wilkins Law Firm. In 2000, he moved to the firm of Burns & McKeithen which in 2003 became McKeithen & Lewellyan until the time of his illness in April of 2007. Greg was a lifelong member of the Columbia Heights Baptist Church and also a member of the Caldwell Parish Bar Association and the Columbia Lions Club. Greg was an avid hunter, golfer and outdoormans. He loved life, his friends, and most of all his family. Greg always had a smile on his face and will be remembered as the person that everyone loved. Survivors include his loving wife: Elizabeth DeLaine Head Lewellyan, his children: Harrison Lee Lewellyan and Haleigh Elizabeth Lewellyan, his parents: Judge Ronald L. Lewellyan, Janis Gregory Brown and Richard E. Brown, his sister and brother-in-law: Jennifer L. and Bob Frazier all of Columbia, his brother and sister-in-law: Colin and Melanie Lewellyan of Boise, Idaho, his step-brother: Jeff Brown and his wife: Allison of Baton Rouge and his nieces: Mary Margaret and Madeline Lee Frazier both of Columbia. Greg was predeceased by his paternal grandparents: Ezzie and Marteal Lee Lewellyan, his maternal grandparents: Tillman and Roberta Duke Gregory and his step-brother: Richard "Rick" Samuel Brown. Pallbearers will be John McIlwain, Lyn Meredith, Mark McKee, Bo Russell, Jamie Duff, Jon Guice, Steve Kendrick and Steve Richardson. Honorary pallbearers are Paul Wilkins, Judge Don Burns, Eugene Dunn and Bill Yelvington.

JERRY M. BULLOCK Kilpatrick Funeral Home Ruston, LA Funeral services for Mr. Jerry M. Bullock, 65, of Choudrant, LA will be 2:00 P.M. Tuesday, June 10, 2008 at New Hope Baptist Church with Rev. Dwayne Monk officiating the service. Interment will follow in New Hope Cemetery near Choudrant, LA under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home of Ruston, LA. Mr. Bullock was born in Ruston on July 6, 1942 and died on June 6, 2008 in West Monroe, LA. He was a long time member of New Hope Baptist Church and was retired from the Lincoln Parish Police Jury with thirty years of service. Mr. Bullock was a cattle farmer and a mechanic. He was preceded in death by his parents; Robert Clarence and Lena Hammons Bullock; daughter, Rebecca Jean Bullock; and brother, Robert Morris Bullock. Jerry is survived by his wife of forty-two years Patsy Jean Bullock of Choudrant, LA; children, Todd R. Bullock and wife Dana; Randy S. Bullock and wife Alicia; Jennifer L. Bullock all of Choudrant, LA; grandchildren, Matthew, Blake, and Mallory Bullock; siblings, C. D. Bullock, June Albritton, Nelda Allen, Charles Lane Bullock; and numerous nieces and nephews. Pallbearers will be Jason Williams, Casey Williamson, Clay Baker, Larry Bullock, John K. Allen, and Tim Pesnell. Honorary pallbearers will be Curtis Dugdale, Charles (Buddy) Williams, John (Plute) Williamson, Charles Griffin, Wayne Parnell, Harold Ray Parnell, and Robert Goree Antley. Visitation will be Monday, June 9, 2008 from 5:00 until 8:00 PM at New Hope Baptist Church under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home of Ruston, LA. Online condolences may be sent to www.kilpatrickfuneral homes.com

JIMMY E. KELLY 3/18/44- 6/08/06 Honey, It has been 2 years now since you left us. We still miss you but, there is a feeling beyond words that will always keep us together. Love you still & forever Anna Marie, Teena, Sandy, Misty, Grandkids & family

LT. COL. (RET) RICHARD FRANK BROCK Kilpatrick Funeral Home Monroe, LA Graveside services for Richard Frank Brock, Lt. Col USAF (Ret), 79, of Monroe will be 11:00 AM Monday, June 9, 2008 at the Northwest Louisiana VA Cemetery in Keithville, LA with Rev. JoAnn Cooper officiating. Services will be under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home of Monroe, LA. Lt. Col. Brock was born March 3, 1929 in Valley City, North Dakota and succumbed to his courageous battle with cancer on June 5, 2008 at his home surrounded by his family. He is now resting peacefully in the arms of his Lord, Jesus Christ. Lt. Col. Richard Brock served proudly in the United States Air Force for 22 years. He was a decorated pilot in the Korean War. Richard will always be remembered as a loving, devoted husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather. His other loves included golf and antique tractors. Richard was preceded in death by his parents, Frank Brock and Clarice Thompson Brock and his sisters, Betty Green and Marjorie Brock. Left behind to remember his love is his wife of 56 years: Betty Brock; daughters: Debra Martin and husband, Greg, Carol Edwards and husband, Dale, Katherine King and husband, David and Patricia Stephens and husband, Tim; son: Richard Brock, Jr.; grandchildren: Jenny, Christy, Charlie, Kevin, Melanie, Meagan, Dee and Candy; numerous great-grandchildren and extended family members. The family would like to express a special word of gratitude to the numerous people who cared for Richard over these past ten years: the staff of M. D. Anderson, Dr. Clyde Elliott, Dr. Gammage and the loving staff at Hospice Care of Louisiana. Pallbearers will be Dale Edwards, Timothy Stephens, Charlie Ostlie, Josh Gross, Harvey Sweet, and Jay Bason. Honorary pallbearer will be Greg Martin. In lieu of flowers: contributions may be made to Hospice Care of Louisiana. Visitation will be 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM, Sunday, June 8, 2008 at Kilpatrick Funeral Home of Monroe, LA. Online condolence messages may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneral homes.com

WINNIE HARVEY HUDSON Riser Funeral Home Columbia, LA Services for Winnie Emma Harvey Hudson, age 89 of Columbia will be held at 2 p.m., Monday, June 9, 2008 from the chapel of Riser Funeral Home in Columbia with Rev. Norman Bryant officiating. Interment will follow in the Welcome Home Cemetery in Grayson. Visitation will be Sunday from 4 PM until 7 PM at Riser Funeral Home, 7131 Hwy 165, Columbia. Mrs. Hudson was born in Leesville, LA on November 16, 1918 to the union of William Elmer and Leo Lofton Harvey and died Friday, June 7, 2008 at the Oaks Nursing Center in Monroe. She was retired as a cafeteria worker in the Caldwell Parish School System. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband: James N. "Jim" Hudson, her sister: Eurpha Lively and her brothers: Lloyd Harvey and Louis Harvey. Survivors include her daughter: Francis "Dee" Duke of Monroe formerly of Columbia, her son: James "Bo" Hudson of Elleree, South Carolina formerly of Columbia, her grandchildren: Kim Rose of Flowery Branch, GA, Kay Storm of Cookville, TN, Wayne Duke of Monroe, Deondra Bacle of Cookville, TN, Brenda Dawe of Sebring, FL and Sherry Cekala of Linden, VA, eleven great-grandchildren and twelve great-great-grandchildren. Pallbearers will be Michael Rose, Wayne Duke, David Storm, Wayne Hopper, Pete Lively and Jack Harvey.

Linda J. Abshier, 69
Linda J. Abshier of Monroe, a homemaker, died Tuesday. Services are 10 a.m. Thursday at Mulhearn Memorial Park Mausoleum, Monroe. Visitation is 9 a.m. until service time at the mausoleum. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe.

Kendrick R. Atkins, 20
RUSTON — Kendrick Rayshun Atkins died Sunday. Services are 2 p.m. Friday at Spring Hill Baptist Church, Ruston. Visitation is 6-7 p.m. Thursday at King's Funeral Home, Ruston. Burial will be in China Grove Cemetery, Ruston.

Sallie S. P. Benton, 81
Sallie Stancil Pace Benton of Monroe, a retired hairdresser, died Monday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe.

Betty Jane Butler, 66
Betty Jane Butler of Monroe died Sunday. Memorial services are 1 p.m. today at Miller Funeral Home, Monroe.

Elmus Duncan Sr., 87
Elmus F. Duncan Sr. of West Monroe, a retired pipefitter, died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Billy Eldridge, 65
DELHI — Billy Eldridge of the Warsaw community, a store clerk, died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Gill First National Funeral Home, Winnsboro.

Jessal Houghton, 86
CLAYTON — Jessal Blanche Houghton, a homemaker, died Monday. Services are 10:30 a.m. Thursday at Clayton Baptist Church. Visitation is 6-9 p.m. today at the church. Burial will be in Rogers Cemetery, Clayton under the direction of Comer Funeral Home, Ferriday.

Bonnie Dean Lewis, 63
RAYVILLE — Bonnie Dean Lewis, a homemaker, died Tuesday. Services are 2 p.m. Thursday at Mount Calvary Baptist Church, Rayville. Visitation is 4-9 p.m. today at the church. Burial will be in Shanks Cemetery, Holly Ridge under the direction of Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Rayville.

Joseph S. Lyons, 79
Joseph Sidney Lyons of Monroe, a furniture manufacturing laborer, died Wednesday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Tabernacle Baptist Church, Monroe. Visitation is 6-7 p.m. Friday at Miller Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens.

'Mickey' McPherson, 89
FARMERVILLE — Clarice "Mickey" McPherson, a retired custodian, died Monday. Memorial services will be held at a later date under the direction of Farrar Funeral Home, Farmerville.

Kenneth R. Phillips, 57
BASTROP — Kenneth Ray Phillips, an International Paper area manager, died Tuesday. Services are 10 a.m. Thursday at Golden Funeral Home, Bastrop. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. today at the funeral home. Burial will be in Memorial Park Cemetery, Bastrop.

Cashton Stewart, Infant
Cashton Ray Stewart of West Monroe, infant son of Robin and Thomas Stewart, died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Christine B. White, 73
SICILY ISLAND — Christine Bankston White died Tuesday. Services are 10 a.m. Thursday at Comer Funeral Home, Ferriday. Burial will be in Highland Park Cemetery, Sicily Island.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED:
Beckwith Sr., Eddie: 11 a.m. today, Tallulah-Madison Community Center, Tallulah.
Fulerton, Charlie: 11 a.m. today, Full Gospel Christian Center, Jonesboro.
Miles, Wanda Jean: 11 a.m. Friday, Mount Zion Baptist Church, Grambling.
Penny, Emma Elizabeth: 11 a.m. Saturday, Parks Memorial Church of God in Christ, Odessa, Texas.
Sherman, Jessie Lee: 11 a.m. Saturday, Smith Funeral Home, Monroe.
Taylor Jr., Eugene Edward: 4 p.m. today, Vidalia Presbyterian Church, Vidalia.
Walsworth, Bobby: 10 a.m. today, First United Pentecostal Church, Natchez, Miss

June 9, 2008 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

MR. BUCK BOWMAN GRESHAM Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Buck Bowman Gresham private services will be under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home in West Monroe. A plumbing contractor Buck was Born November 10, 1919, in Athens, La. and died June 8, 2008 in Calhoun, LA, he was the son of Young Allen Gresham and Dora Mattie Bridwell Gresham, he was preceded in death by his parents and 2 sons Buck Jr. and Randy Wayne Gresham. Survivors included his wife of 66 years Pauline Whittington Gresham, son Gerald "Jerry" M. Gresham and wife Karen of Calhoun, La. daughter Sandra Louise Carter of West Monroe, daughter-in-law Lonnae Baker Gresham of Long Beach, Calif. 4 sisters Lessee Young Mael and Maxine Barkley of west Monroe, Sabine Mazzella and husband Frank of Brooklyn, NY, and Yvonne Gardner of Paso Rables, Calif., 5 grandchildren Libby R. Seifort and husband Jeremiah, Jeffery Scott Gresham and Randall Young Gresham all of Reno, Nevada, Paula Hardwick of Memphis, Tenn., and Alton Ray Hardwich Jr. of West Monroe, 10 great grandchildren and 2 great great grandchildren. On-line condolences may be sent to www.kilpatrickfuneral home.com

MR. CHARLIE REYNOLDS Kilpatrick Funeral Home Funeral, West Monroe, LA Funeral services for Charlie Reynolds, 58, of West Monroe, will be Tuesday at 10:00AM in the Chapel of Kilpatrick Funeral Home of West Monroe with Rev. Larry Hibbard officiating. Interment will follow in the Ebenezer Baptist Church Cemetery under the direction of the Kilpatrick Funeral Home of West Monroe. Born January 17th, 1950, in Monroe, LA, he was a son of the late Pete and June Edmonson Reynolds. A US Army veteran of the Viet Nam Conflict, he was a cook for the Ouachita Parish School District and a member of the Park View Baptist Church. Charlie loved to fish and be with his family during the holidays. He especially loved to visit with his children and grandchildren. Charlie was loved by all and will be dearly missed. Charlie is survived by his beloved wife of 24 years, Launa Hogan Reynolds; stepdaughters, Jackie Freeman and husband, Reggie, and Linda Medaries; sisters, Virginia and Bobby Knickerbocker, Mary and Jimmy Zambie, Gwen and Wayne McKinney, and Becky and Ray Branch; brothers, Billy Reynolds and wife, Marsha, and Jack Reynolds; stepgrandchildren, Jay and Jamie Freeman, Jamie and Wendy Freeman, Amanda and Wayne Wiggins, Jeff Freeman, and Minyon Gilley; 3 great grandchildren; numerous nieces and nephews, aunts and uncles, friends, special friends, Emma and Rosetta. Pallbearers are Jay, Jeff, and Jamie Freeman, Chris Zambie, Daniel Reynolds, Justin Reynolds, and Wayne Wiggins. Visitation will be Monday evening from 5:00PM to 8:00PM at Kilpatrick Funeral Home of West Monroe. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneral homes.com

Isiah Brandon, 55
BONITA — Isiah Brandon, a farmer, died Monday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Bastrop.

Autumn Briggs, infant
RAYVILLE — Autumn Briggs, infant daughter of Tashira Glover and Kelly Briggs, died Saturday. Graveside services are 2 p.m. today at Cedar Grove Cemetery, Oak Ridge under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville.

Wesley Brown, 71
BONITA — Wesley Brown, a farmer, died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Bastrop.

Mary Buchanan, 95
PIONEER — Mary Buchanan, a homemaker, died Thursday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville.

Joseph Bunch Sr., 80
TALLULAH — Joseph Bunch Sr. died Wednesday. Services are 1 p.m. Friday at First Kingdom Missionary Baptist Church, Tallulah. Visitation is 4-6 p.m. today at Beckwith Golden Gate Funeral Home, Tallulah. Burial will be in Oakwood Cemetery, Tallulah.

Pat Byrnside, 75
RUSTON — Pat Byrnside died Monday. Services are 11 a.m. today at Trinity United Methodist Church, Ruston. Visitation will follow the services. Burial will be in Forest Lawn Cemetery, Ruston under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Ruston.

Edith Marie Carr Cockerham, 72
FERRIDAY — Edith Marie Carr Cockerham, a homemaker, died Tuesday. Services are 1 p.m. Friday at Comer Funeral Home, Ferriday. Visitation is 10 a.m. until time of services Friday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Highland Park Cemetery, Sicily Island.

James R. Colvin Sr., 77
RUSTON — James R. Colvin Sr., a real estate professional and home builder, died Monday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Ruston. Burial will be in Greenwood Cemetery, Ruston.

Sidney Darland, 80
RUSTON — Sidney Darland, a homemaker, died Tuesday. Services are 10 a.m. today at Temple Baptist Church, Ruston. Burial will be in Forest Lawn Cemetery, Ruston under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Ruston.

Elmus Duncan Sr., 87
Elmus Farris Duncan Sr. of West Monroe, retired from IMC, died Tuesday. Services are 10 a.m. Saturday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Friday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Roselawn Memorial Gardens Cemetery, Calhoun.

Addie L. Feroben, 94
TALLULAH — Addie L. Feroben died Monday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Waverly Baptist Church. Burial will be in McKnight Cemetery, Holly Ridge under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Rayville.

Willie 'J.W.' Gray, 76
Willie "J.W." Gray of Monroe, a carpenter, died Saturday. Services are 1 p.m. today at Hester Central State Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Magnolia Cemetery, Monroe.

Robert A. Hardin, 67
Robert Aaron Hardin of West Monroe, a truck driver, died Wednesday. Visitation is 10 a.m.-noon Friday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Further arrangements are incomplete.

Mandy Harris, 103
BASTROP — Mandy Harris, a homemaker, died Wednesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Bastrop.

John Higgins, 60
John Higgins of Monroe, a custodian, died Thursday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Hester Central State Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Magnolia Cemetery, Monroe.

James Jenkins Jr., 84
James M. Jenkins Jr. of Monroe, a retired LP&L supervisor, died Monday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Roselawn Memorial Park Cemetery, Calhoun.

Alberta Mitchell, 95
Alberta Mitchell of Monroe, a homemaker, died Thursday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at Friendship Baptist Church, Monroe. Burial will be in Adiel Cemetery, Alto under the direction of Hester Central State Funeral Home, Monroe.

Natalie Patten, 24
MANIFEST — Natalie Patten died Wednesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Young's Funeral Home, Ferriday.

Carlene Spillers, 78
EROS — Carlene Spillers died Wednesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Southern Funeral Home, Jonesboro.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED:
Abshier, Linda J.: 10 a.m. today Mulhearn Memorial Park Mausoleum, Monroe.
Atkins, Kendrick Rayshun: 2 p.m. Friday, Spring Hill Baptist Church, Ruston.
Houghton, Jessal Blanche: 10:30 a.m. today, Clayton Baptist Church, Clayton.
Lewis, Bonnie Dean: 2 p.m. today, Mount Calvary Baptist Church, Rayville.
Lyons, Joseph Sidney: 11 a.m. Saturday, Tabernacle Baptist Church, Monroe.
Miles, Wanda Jean: 11 a.m. Friday, Mount Zion Baptist Church, Grambling.
Penny, Emma Elizabeth: 11 a.m. Saturday, Parks Memorial Church of God in Christ, Odessa, Texas.
Phillips, Kenneth Ray: 10 a.m. today, Golden Funeral Home, Bastrop.
Sherman, Jessie Lee: 11 a.m. Saturday, Smith Funeral Home, Monroe.
White, Christine Bankston: 10 a.m. today, Comer Funeral Home, Ferriday

June 10, 2008 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

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June 11 , 2008 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

ADDIE LUCILLE MASSEY FEROBEN Mulhearn Funeral Home Rayville, LA Services for Mrs. Addie Lucille Massey Feroben, 93, of Tallulah, LA will be 2 PM Thursday, June 12, 2008 at Waverly Baptist Church with Rev. Jay Simms and Rev. Don Thornton officiating, with internment to follow in McKnight Cemetery, Holly Ridge, LA under the direction of Mulhearn funeral home Rayville, LA. Mrs. Feroben passed away June 9, 2008 in Tallulah, LA and went on to meet those who preceded her in death, her husband of 60 years John Kemper Feroben, daughter Louise Posey Forbes, parents, James J. I. and Sarah "Sally" Massey; sisters, Vera King, Winnie Smith, Ollie Neal and Laura Welch, a brother James Massey, grandson Frankie Forbes along with a host of friends. She is survived by 5-daughters,Levelle Walker of Decatur, MS, Shirley Jay of Waverly, LA, Retha Jenkins of Delta, LA, Letha Bailey Vicksburg, MS and Flora Lively of Columbus, GA; 1- son Thomas Long of Natchez, MS; 22 grandchildren, 53 great grand children and 16 great great grandchildren along with numerous nieces and nephews. Grandsons will serve as pallbearers, Boogie Long, Buster Bailey, Terry Fuller, DeWayne Lively, Gary Lively and Stevie Lively. Visitation will be from 5:00 to 8:00 PM Wednesday at Waverly Baptist Church. Online registry / condolences at www. mulhearnfuneralhome.com

ILENE BYRNE PARKER Rabenhorst Funeral Home, Baton Rouge, LA. A native of Natchez, MS, and a resident of Baton Rouge, Ilene Byrne Parker, died Monday, June 9, 2008, at Ollie Steele Burden Manor. She was 75. She was a member of Our Lady of Mercy Catholic Church. She was a graduate of Louisiana State University, and attended Barry College in Miami, FL. A Memorial Mass will be celebrated at Our Lady of Mercy Catholic Church, 445 Marquette Ave., on Friday, June 13, 2008, at 10:00 AM, with visitation beginning at 9:00 AM. She is survived by her husband of 53 years, J. Peyton Parker, Jr.; two daughters: Sharon Talley and her husband Patrick Talley of New Orleans, and Deborah Gibbs and her husband Vance Gibbs of Baton Rouge; a son, Peyton R. Parker and his wife Judi of Ashland City, TN; a sister, Eleanor Byrne Merrill of Sarasota, FL; two brothers, Donald Byrne and his wife Barbara of Natchez, MS, and Richard Byrne and his wife Sandra of Crockett, TX; and eight grandchildren: Elisa Gibbs, Parker Gibbs, Martha Gibbs, Sarah Ilene Talley, Patrick Talley III, Peyton Joseph Talley, Peyton Aaron Parker, and Jessie Parker; 1 great granddaughter, Sadie Parker. She was preceded in death by a daughter, Eleanor Celeste Parker. The family would like to thank all of her attending doctors, especially, Dr. Roy Kadair, and the doctors, nurses, and caregivers at Our Lady of the Lake Regional Medical Center, Vital Source Hospital, and Hospice of Baton Rouge. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations should be made to Our Lady of Mercy Parish, 445 Marquette Ave., Baton Rouge, LA 70806. Donations may also be considered to "Hospice of Baton Rouge, 9063 Siegen Lane, Baton Rouge, La. 70810, or online at www.hospicebr.org |

JAMES M. JENKINS, JR. Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Monroe, LA. Funeral services for Mr. James M. Jenkins, Jr., 84, of Monroe, LA. will be held at 2:00 PM Thursday, June 12, 2008 at Kilpatrick Funeral Home of Monroe, LA with Bro. Larry Linson officiating. Interment will follow at Roselawn Memorial Gardens under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home of Monroe, LA. Mr. Jenkins was born September 18, 1923 in Monroe, LA and passed away June 9, 2008 in Monroe, LA. Mr. Jenkins was retired from L. P. & L as a control room supervisor with over 40 years of service. He was a member of Highland Park Baptist Church. He was preceded in death by a son: Phillip Jenkins and a grandson: Stephen Jenkins. He was a loving husband, father, and grandfather. Mr . Jenkins is survived by his wife of 64 years: Faye Jenkins; children: Larry Jenkins and wife, Janet, Linda Tallent and husband, Jim, Randy Jenkins and wife Chris, Jeffrey Jenkins, and Jennifer Manning and husband, Doug; 12 grandchildren and 4 great grandchildren. Pallbearers will be: Brad Jenkins, Jason Jenkins, Mark Manning, Jeremy Jenkins, Jim Tallent and Doug Manning. Visitation will be 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM Wednesday, June 11, 2008 at Kilpatrick Funeral Home of Monroe, LA. Online condolence maybe sent to: www.kilpatrickfuneralhome.com

JAMES R. COLVIN Kilpatrick Funeral Home Ruston, LA Funeral Services for Mr. James R. Colvin, Sr., age 77 of Ruston, LA will be held at 2:00 PM Thursday June 12,2008 at Kilpatricks Funeral Home Chapel in Ruston. Interment will follow at Greenwood Cemetery in Ruston under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home. Mr. Colvin was born on May 22,1931 and passed away Monday evening June 9, 2008 at his residence with his family surrounding him. Mr. Colvin was a Real Estate Professional Home Builder. He served in the US Air Force. He started his dream that became his life calling. His passion to help families obtain the American dream was his calling. His professional accomplishments and contributions to his community are many as are his friends and loved one. He will be deeply missed. He is survived by his wife, Johnnie Loyd Colvin of Ruston; daughter Larua E. Martzell of Key Biscayne, FL; Sons; James R, Colvin Jr. and wife Dawn of Benton, TX and Sidney Joel Colvin Sr and wife Carol of Ruston, LA; daughter: Jamie Colivn Carter of Ruston, LA; grandchildren; Ryan Persac, Jeanne' Persac, Elizabeth Patterson, Cole Herrington, Courtney Colvin, Joel Colvin Jr. Caleb Jospeh Colvin; great grandchildren; Alexander and Cole Patterson; brother: John C. Colvin of Ruston, LA; sister; Virginia Colvin Brooks of Monroe, LA and numerous nieces and nephews. Pallbearers will be Roy Evans, Ted Moore, Willie Garr, Ryan Persac, Sydney Joel Colvin Jr., and Cole Herrington. Visitation will be from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM Wednesday June 11, 2008 at Kilpatrick Funeral Home in Ruston. Memorials may be made to The Texas Heart Institute in Houston, Texas. The family will receive friends at their home in Ruston after services. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneral homes.com

MRS. SHIRLEY MAY LANGLEY Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Memorial services for Mrs. Shirley May Langley, 67, of West Monroe, LA will be held 6:00 PM on Wednesday, June 11, 2008 at St. Patrick's Episcopal Church in West Monroe, LA. Mrs. Langley was born September 11, 1940 and went home to be with her Savior on June 9, 2008 at the St. Francis Medical Center in Monroe, LA. Shirley was baptized a Christian and was a member of the St. Patrick's Episcopal Church in West Monroe, LA. She was a social worker and more recently was a teacher with Claiborne Christian School. Shirley is preceded in death by her father, James W. McElyea and by her three brothers, Michael, Billy and James. Survivors include her husband, Ronnie Langley of West Monroe, LA; daughters, Tina Lyons of Youngsville, LA and Linda Driggars of San Antonio, TX; son, Robert Denham of Orange County, CA; mother, Dorothy McElyea of Houston, TX; her grandchildren, Sarah Lyons and Brien McLuckie; and many friends. In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made in Shirley's honor to the St. Patrick's Episcopal Church, 1712 Wellerman Road West Monroe, LA 71291. Online Registry/Condolences www.mulhearnfuneral home.com

PAT BYRNSIDE Kilpatrick Funeral Home Ruston, La Pat Byrnside, age 75, passed away peacefully with her family by her side on June 9, 2008 due to a lingering illness. A private family committal service will be held on Thursday morning June 12, 2008, with Memorial Services to follow at 11:00 AM at Trinity United Methodist Church in Ruston. Dr. Fred Wideman will be officiating the services under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home in Ruston. Patricia was born on October 18, 1932, to Ruth and William Hudson of Oak Grove, LA. She attended Louisiana Polytechnic Institute where she met her future husband George William Byrnside. They married in 1954. Her life was dedicated to being a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and friend. Patricia treasured her family. Survivors include her husband George; daughter: Beverly Byrnside Floyd and her husband Tim Floyd of Santa Monica, CA; their daughter: Shannon Floyd and her fiancé Hunter Hillenmeyer of Chicago, IL; daughter: Susan Byrnside Stringer and husband LaRay and daughter Jessie Stringer of Mandeville, LA and daughter: Becky Byrnside McFarland her husband Mike and their children Hudson and Anna McFarland of Pawling, New York. Patricia was a member of Trinity United Methodist Church, a long time member of the Junior Guild, and a member of the Alpha Chi Chapter of Kappa Delta Sorority. In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to the Methodist Children's Home of Ruston. The family will receive friends immediately following the Memorial Service on Thursday at the church. The Byrnside family wishes to extend their deepest appreciation to all of Pat's friends for their many kindnesses during her illness. Special thanks go to her caregivers at the North Louisiana Medical Center of Ruston. On line condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneral homes.com

SIDNEY DARLAND Kilpatrick Funeral Home Ruston, LA Funeral services for Mrs. Sidney Darland, age 80, of Ruston will be held at 10:00 AM Thursday, June 12, 2008 at Temple Baptist Church Chapel in Ruston. Officiating the service will be Dr. Rick Byargeon, Rev. Dale Oden, and Rev. Les Colvin. Interment will follow at Forest Lawn Cemetery under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home in Ruston, LA. Mrs. Darland was born October 27, 1927 and passed away June 10, 2008 following a brief illness. Mrs. Darland was a long time member of Temple Baptist Church. She enjoyed her affiliation with the Lincoln General Hospital as a "Pink Lady". She was preceded in death by her husband, William (Bill) Darland; sisters: Nell Duke, and Pauline Sullivan; brother: Robert King; and parents: Sidney Bradberry, Ethel King, and Russell King. She is survived by daughter: Deanna Darland Dees and husband Rev. Larry Dees of Mobile, AL; son: David G. Darland and wife Nancy of Ruston, LA; daughter: DeLisa Darland Colvin and husband Rev. Les Colvin of McComb, MS; sisters: Katherine Sheffield and Louise Westmoreland; grandchildren: Amy Dees Walker and husband Curt, Ashley Dees Kibby and husband Brian, Anthony Dees, Kathryn Darland, Leanna Darland, Jennifer Colvin Harris and husband Brian, Kimberly Colvin Snuggs and husband Chris; great grandchildren: Garrett, Christian, and Kayla Walker, Aaron, Ethan, Brice, and Addyson Kibby, Taylor and Aaron Dees, Allie and Avery Snuggs, and Bankston Darland. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Temple Baptist Church in Ruston. Visitation will be from 5:00 P.M to 8:00 P.M Wednesday, June 11, 2008 at Kilpatrick Funeral Home in Ruston. On line condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneral homes.com

Linda J. Abshier, 69
Linda J. Abshier of Monroe, a homemaker, died Tuesday. Services are 10 a.m. Thursday at Mulhearn Memorial Park Mausoleum, Monroe. Visitation is 9 a.m. until service time at the mausoleum. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe.

Kendrick R. Atkins, 20
RUSTON — Kendrick Rayshun Atkins died Sunday. Services are 2 p.m. Friday at Spring Hill Baptist Church, Ruston. Visitation is 6-7 p.m. Thursday at King's Funeral Home, Ruston. Burial will be in China Grove Cemetery, Ruston.

Sallie S. P. Benton, 81
Sallie Stancil Pace Benton of Monroe, a retired hairdresser, died Monday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe.

Betty Jane Butler, 66
Betty Jane Butler of Monroe died Sunday. Memorial services are 1 p.m. today at Miller Funeral Home, Monroe.

Elmus Duncan Sr., 87
Elmus F. Duncan Sr. of West Monroe, a retired pipefitter, died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Billy Eldridge, 65
DELHI — Billy Eldridge of the Warsaw community, a store clerk, died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Gill First National Funeral Home, Winnsboro.

Jessal Houghton, 86
CLAYTON — Jessal Blanche Houghton, a homemaker, died Monday. Services are 10:30 a.m. Thursday at Clayton Baptist Church. Visitation is 6-9 p.m. today at the church. Burial will be in Rogers Cemetery, Clayton under the direction of Comer Funeral Home, Ferriday.

Bonnie Dean Lewis, 63
RAYVILLE — Bonnie Dean Lewis, a homemaker, died Tuesday. Services are 2 p.m. Thursday at Mount Calvary Baptist Church, Rayville. Visitation is 4-9 p.m. today at the church. Burial will be in Shanks Cemetery, Holly Ridge under the direction of Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Rayville.

Joseph S. Lyons, 79
Joseph Sidney Lyons of Monroe, a furniture manufacturing laborer, died Wednesday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Tabernacle Baptist Church, Monroe. Visitation is 6-7 p.m. Friday at Miller Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens.

'Mickey' McPherson, 89
FARMERVILLE — Clarice "Mickey" McPherson, a retired custodian, died Monday. Memorial services will be held at a later date under the direction of Farrar Funeral Home, Farmerville.

Kenneth R. Phillips, 57
BASTROP — Kenneth Ray Phillips, an International Paper area manager, died Tuesday. Services are 10 a.m. Thursday at Golden Funeral Home, Bastrop. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. today at the funeral home. Burial will be in Memorial Park Cemetery, Bastrop.

Cashton Stewart, Infant
Cashton Ray Stewart of West Monroe, infant son of Robin and Thomas Stewart, died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Christine B. White, 73
SICILY ISLAND — Christine Bankston White died Tuesday. Services are 10 a.m. Thursday at Comer Funeral Home, Ferriday. Burial will be in Highland Park Cemetery, Sicily Island.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED:
Beckwith Sr., Eddie: 11 a.m. today, Tallulah-Madison Community Center, Tallulah.
Fulerton, Charlie: 11 a.m. today, Full Gospel Christian Center, Jonesboro.
Miles, Wanda Jean: 11 a.m. Friday, Mount Zion Baptist Church, Grambling.
Penny, Emma Elizabeth: 11 a.m. Saturday, Parks Memorial Church of God in Christ, Odessa, Texas.
Sherman, Jessie Lee: 11 a.m. Saturday, Smith Funeral Home, Monroe.
Taylor Jr., Eugene Edward: 4 p.m. today, Vidalia Presbyterian Church, Vidalia.
Walsworth, Bobby: 10 a.m. today, First United Pentecostal Church, Natchez, Miss

June 12, 2008 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

BILLY HUGHES ELDRIDGE Gill First National Funeral Home, Winnsboro, LA Funeral services will be held for Billy Hughes Eldridge of Warsaw Community, Thursday June 12, 2008 at 2:00 PM at Warsaw Baptist Church under the direction of Gill First National Funeral Home of Winnsboro, LA with Rev. Cory Bruce officiating. Billy was born July 12, 1942 in Winnsboro, LA and passed away in his sleep Tuesday morning, June 10, 2008 at his residence. Visitation will be 1:00 PM today until service time. Billy was preceded in death by his parents: Marvin Eldridge and Beatrice Prestridge; step dad Hebert Prestridge. He was also preceded in death by his wife of 30 years. Jerrivon Eldridge. He is survived by his daughter: Dana Collins and husband Jeff and grandchildren: Hannah and Laura Collins of Crowville, LA; brother: Elbert Eldridge and wife Jackie of Crosby, TX; brother: Lawrence Eldridge and wife Gloria of Delhi, LA; brother: Jimmy Eldridge and wife Martha of West Monroe; sister: Kathryn Hunter and husband John of Monroe, LA; numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and a host of friends. After spending many years as an equipment operator on road construction, Billy spent years working on a farm and in recent years greeted many a patron as an employee of Warsaw Country Store. After the death of the love of his life, his wife: Jerrivon . Billy spent many hours with his granddaughters. Billy loved to talk about the latest accomplishments of Hannah and Laura. Billy was somewhat of a prankster and will be remembered as someone who loved laughter. Pallbearers will be Mike Emfinger, John Eldridge, Jay Eldridge, Barry Don Parker, Jimmy Dale Parker, and John Michael Hunter. To view video tribute, sign guest book or send condolences please visit www.gillfirstnational.com

SALLIE STANCIL PACE BENTON Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road, Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mrs. Sallie Stancil Pace Benton, 81, of Monroe, will be held at 11:00 AM Friday, June 13, 2008, in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe, with Rev. David Worthington officiating. Interment will follow in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery. Mrs. Benton passed away Tuesday, June 10, 2008, at St. Francis Medical Center. She was a member of North Monroe Baptist Church and a beautician for thirty-three years. She was also a loving wife, mother, and grandmother. Mrs. Benton was predeceased by her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Carl V. Stancil, and both husbands, Oscar Pace, Jr. and Hugh C. Benton, Jr. Survivors include her three daughters, Effie Pace, Jo Anne Moseley and husband Greg, and Marynell Hardin and husband Charles; one son, Larry Pace and wife Tara; five granddaughters, Mitzie Pace, Sarah, Rebekah, and Andrea Hardin, and Jeanna Aaron; three grandsons, Daric and Daniel Pace, and Johnny Wheat; two great grandsons, Byron and Matthew Pace; and three sisters, Mrs. Mary Davis, Mrs. Carline Rowell, and Mrs. Etta Yarbrough. Pallbearers will be Kermit Bearden, Charles Hardin, Jerry Rowell, J. L. Rowell, Danny Yarbrough, and David Yarbrough. Visitation will be Thursday from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Memorials may be made to the Louisiana Baptist Children's Home, or to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. Special thanks to her girls, Latisha Fletcher, Dee Johnson, and Cynthia Hudson. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneral home.com

Mildred "Jean" Chambers, 76
RAYVILLE — Mildred "Jean" Chambers, a beautician, died Saturday. Services are 10 a.m. Monday at Brown-Holley Funeral Home. Visitation is 6-8 p.m. today at the funeral home. Burial will be at Start Cemetery.

Ivin D. 'Sonny' Dycus Jr., 68
WEST MONROE — Ivin D. 'Sonny' Dycus Jr., a retired Graphic Packaging employee, died Thursday. Services are 11 a.m. Sunday at Apostolic Tabernacle in Winnsboro. Burial will be at Roselawn Memorial Gardens. Kilpatrick Funeral Home of West Monroe is in charge of arrangements.

Betty Fitzgerald, 79
RUSTON — Betty Fitzgerald, a nurse, died Saturday. Visitation is 5-7 p.m. Monday at Owens Memorial Chapel Funeral Home. Services are 2 p.m. Tuesday at the chapel of Temple Baptist Church. Burial is at Forest Lawn Cemetery.

Joann B. Haines, 64
DELHI — Joann B. Haines, a nursing sitter, died Friday. Visitation is 1 p.m. today at Pentecostal Tabernacle Church. Services are 3 p.m. at the church. Burial will be in Epps Cemetery. Cox Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

Martha McLemore Hendrickson, 69
GILBERT — Martha McLemore Hendrickson, a homemaker, died Friday. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. today at Apostolic Faith Chapel. Services are at 10 a.m. Monday at the chapel. Burial is at Oakley Cemetery. Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home of Winnsboro is in charge of arrangements.

Doniene A. Hall Lowery, 66
BASTROP — Doniene A. Hall Lowery, a homemaker, died Saturday. Visitation will be from 5-9 p.m. today at Golden Funeral Home. Services are at 2 p.m. Monday at the funeral home. Burial will be at Beekman Cemetery.

Leita Belle McCormack McVehil, 97
FARMERVILLE — Leita Belle McCormack McVehil, a cosmetologist, died Saturday. Visitation is 3-5 p.m. today at Farrar Funeral Home. Services are 11 a.m. Monday at Mulhearn Mausoleum Chapel, Highway 80 East, Monroe. Interment is at Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery.

Previously acknowledged:
Batson, Opal: 2 p.m. today, Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Monroe.
Brantley, Theresa Ryder: 1:30 p.m. Monday, Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe.
Durham: 2 p.m. Monday, Welcome Home Cemetery, Grayson.
Harper, Gloria Cleo Almond: 3 p.m today, Golden Funeral Home, Bastrop.
Kennedy, Danny DeLane: 1:30 p.m. Tuesday. Lowe Cemetery, Columbia.
Pritchard, Jamie L.: 9 a.m. today, Trinity Presbyterian Church, Jonesville.
Roberson, Odie Margurite: 2 p.m. Monday, Barks, Weaver and Glick Funeral Home, Columbus, Ohio.
Ryder, Treeba Gilbert: 1:30 p.m. Monday, Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe

June 13, 2008 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

BETTY JO PACE BRATTON Riser Funeral Home Columbia, LA Memorial services for Betty Jo Pace Bratton will be held 10 AM Saturday, June 14, 2008, on the grounds outside of Hebert Community Church. Mrs. Bratton was born August 5, 1935 and passed from this life Wednesday, June 11, 2008 at Citizens Medical Center following a long and courageous battle with cancer. She worked over twenty years with Harry H. Winters, M.D. until his retirement. Dr. Winters was a dear and special friend to Betty and her entire family. Betty was preceded in death by her parents; M.T. "Pat" and Mary Lou Douglas Pace and her three sisters; Helen Cooper, Blanche Smith and Bea Lewis. She is survived by her husband of 52 years, Ellis C. Bratton and five daughters and their families; Sharon Alexander and her husband, Larry of Shreveport, Janet Bratton and her life partner, Sally Pound of Memphis, Carol Pool and her husband, Clark of Hebert, Mary Ann Bratton of Columbia and Betty K. Green and her life partner, Paul Cox of Columbia, six grandchildren; Loe Hornbuckle of Shreveport, Jessica Hall and her husband, Jess of Hebert, Madison Green and life partner, Tori Cole of Columbia, Corey Alexander of Shreveport, Jessie Cox and fiancé, Donna Boyles of Grayson and Adrienne Cox of Columbia, her two brothers; Ray Pace and life partner, Carolyn of Farmerville and M.T. Pace and his wife, Hildarene of Minden and her sister; Ellen Smith and her husband, Carlton of Monroe. She is also survived by her very dear and beloved friend of many years, Betty Faye Douglas. Betty leaves behind a wonderful legacy in her daughters and beloved grandchildren. The family asks that in lieu of flowers, please donate to your local library or favorite charity.

ELMUS FARRIS DUNCAN, SR. Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mr. Elmus Farris Duncan, Sr., 87, of West Monroe, LA will be held at 10:00AM, Saturday, June 14, 2008 in the chapel of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Bro. Michael Hurdman and Bro. William Edwards will officiate. Interment will follow at Roselawn Memorial Gardens, Calhoun, LA under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Mr. Duncan was born June 24, 1920 in Republican, Arkansas and passed away June 10, 2008 in West Monroe, LA. A veteran of the US Army Air Corps in WWII, he was a retired pipefitter with IMC. Mr. Duncan was a member of Welcome Home Church of God in West Monroe and American Legion Post #13. Mr. Duncan loved his family and all his grandchildren. He is survived by his beloved wife of 62 years, Frances Robert Duncan; daughter, Janice Kay Simpson and husband Randy; sons, Elmus Farris Duncan, Jr. and wife Brenda, Kevin Lee Duncan and wife Patricia; grandsons; Ben Duncan, Dusty Duncan, Joe Simpson, Matt Simons, Larry Simons and Johnathan Duncan, Devin Duncan, Michael Duncan; granddaughters, Christaline Crain, Dawn Gough and Megan Parker; 19 great-grandchildren. Mr. Duncan's grandsons will serve as pallbearers. A special thanks to all the doctors and nurses who took care of him and also to the special nurse, Tiffany Mayfield and his aide, Ora Hall. Visitation will be Friday, June 13, 2008 from 5:00PM until 8:00PM at Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com

J. C. MOORE Southern Funeral Home Jonesboro, LA Mr. J. C. Moore, age 82 of Eros, died Thursday, June 12, 2008 at his residence following a lengthy illness. Mr. Moore was a retired veneer plant superintendent and a former Police Chief of the village of Eros. Friends may visit with the family Friday, June 13, 2008 from 5:00 PM until 9:00 PM at the Fishnet Worship Center near West Monroe and Saturday until time of services. Funeral services will be held Saturday at 2:00 PM at the Fishnet Worship Center with Reverend Russell Rhodes and Reverend Chuck Johnson officiating. Interment will be at Salem Cemetery, near Eros, under the direction of Southern Funeral Home of Jonesboro. Mr. Moore is survived by his wife, Ruth Moore of Eros; three daughters, Ester Riche of Freeport, TX, Frankie Pylant and husband Ronnie of Calhoun, Vicky Knox of Eros; sister, Dorothy Day of Shreveport; eleven grandchildren; a host of great-grandchildren; many nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents; daughters, Aline Manly and Diane Thomas; sister, Beatrice Frith.

JAMES WARREN "JIM" GRICE Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Memorial services for Jim Grice, 69, of West Monroe, LA will be held at 11:00 AM Saturday June 14, 2008, Feazel Chapel at First Baptist Church West Monroe, LA under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Jim was born November 11, 1938 in Columbia, Mississippi and passed away June 12, 2008 in West Monroe, LA. He was a member of First Baptist Church of West Monroe. Jim served in the United States Marine Corps. Jim is survived by his loving wife of 45 years, Betty Grice; daughters, Kim McClung and Mac, Kathy Goodwin and John; sisters, Nancy Sullivan and Fred, Judy Gulledge and Byron, Brenda Versiga and Bobby; brother, Bobby Grice; grandchildren; Eric McKneely and Kate Goodwin. Visitation will be held at 10:00 AM until service time at the church. In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to the charity of your choice.

JOHN HARRISON FLETCHER Nave Funeral Home Erin, TN Mr. John Harrison Fletcher, 71, Cumberland City, died Tuesday, June 10,2008, at VA Hospital. The funeral will be held at 2:00 PM Friday at Nave Funeral Home Chapel with Bro. David Mackens officiating. Burial will be in Fletcher Cemetery with full Military Honors. Visitation will be from 4:30 PM till 8:00 PM Thursday and from 11:00 AM till service Friday at the funeral home. Nave Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. He was born July 11,1936 in Houston County,Tn. son of the late Carl Raymond and Pearl Broom Fletcher. He was preceded by his first wife Mittie Brantley Fletcher, brother Carl O.Fletcher, and two sisters Mary Scarborough, Dorothy Mahahon. He was retired from the U.S.Air Force. Survivors include his wife Mildred Elrod Fletcher of Cumberland City, Tn.; three children Tammy Snell of Monroe, La., Sheila Williams of Marion, La. and Jackie McGuigan of Kingston, Tn.; three sisters: Sibyl Stacey of Clarksville, Tn. Geneva Parker of Erin, Tn. and Jean Huffines of Cookville, Tn.; grand-sons Bret Snell of Farmerville, La., Justin and Dylan Williams of Marion, La., Greg and Kevin McGuigan of Centerville,Tn.; grand-daughter Chelsea Majia of Farmerville,La.; three great grandchildren Hayden Majia, Gracie and Clair McGuigan. Contributions can be made to Heart Association, Diabetes Association, Lung Association.

Lloyd Edgar Lenard (Another Member of The Greatest Generation) ROSE-NEATH,MARSHALL ST., Shreveport, LA Services honoring the life of Lloyd Edgar Lenard will be held at 11:30 a.m., Friday, June 13, 2008, at Rose-Neath Marshall Street Chapel. Officiating will be Dr. Larry Williams assisted by Dr. Scott Tatum. Interment will follow in Forest Park Cemetery, St. Vincent Avenue. Visitation will be 10:00 a.m. Friday morning until service time at the funeral home. Lloyd was born July 29, 1922 in West Monroe, LA and passed away Wednesday, June 11, 2008 in Shreveport. He was a graduate of Ouachita Parish High School. Lloyd attended Northeast Community College and later became a "LSU Tiger" where he received a degree in Journalism. He furthered his education at the University of Missouri where he received his Masters Degree in Advertising-Merchandising. It was while he was a student at the University of Missouri, he met Betty-Jo Sawyer of Framingham, MA. She was attending Stephens College. On their first date he gave her the nickname of "Sky". They were married December 23, 1947 in Massachusetts during the worst blizzard in 50 years. The blizzard only enhanced the marriage of two people very much in love. Lloyd served his country proudly as a Lieutenant in the U.S. Navy. He was a World War II veteran serving in Amphibious Forces in the Mediterranean Theatre. His graduate thesis was about Neiman Marcus and its influence on the Southwest. Mr. Marcus was very impressed and placed Lloyd in their Executive Training Course (lots of prestige, but not much money!). So, Lloyd and Sky moved to Monroe in 1948 to be near his family. He worked at KNOE Radio as the Advertising Manager. While in Monroe, he was very active in the Veterans of Foreign Wars and the Jaycees (Junior Chamber of Commerce); and also in the Republican Party. He used to fly around Louisiana with Charlton "Papa" Lyons who helped establish the Republican Party in Louisiana. Lloyd would interview him for the newspapers and radio. Lloyd joined Aetna Life Insurance Company and was moved to Shreveport to be Assistant General Agent and later became General Agent for Pan American Life. He had the responsibility of hiring and training some of the finest men who became some of the best in the industry. Lloyd also worked as a Recruiter and Trainer for Lincoln National Life. In Shreveport, he became more active in the Republican Party and served on the Republican State Central Committee for several years. Lloyd also served three terms as a Caddo Parish Commissioner. Because of his love of teaching, he taught some evening courses in Finance and Insurance at LSU-S. Lloyd helped to establish East Ridge Country Club where he enjoyed "playing at golf". Not being a good golfer frustrated Lloyd. So, he and Sky enjoyed the dance club at East Ridge. Lloyd and Sky enjoyed traveling and felt blessed to be able to travel in the USA and in several countries. When Lloyd retired, he returned to his "first love", writing. He has had several books published, "The Last Confederate Flag", "Miracle on the Thirteenth Hole", "Papa Left Us-But Mama Pulled Us Through", "The Moon's Cold Light (series of short stories) and "The Last Goodbye". Lloyd was a faithful member of Broadmoor Baptist Church for more than 50 years where he was a member of the Berean Sunday School Class. He was a member of Shreveport Kiwanis Club, Caddo Parish Republicans, Sons of The Confederacy and on the Board of The Shreveport Symphony. His parents, James and Doshie Lenard, and siblings, Esther, Ela, Reecie, Eva, J.E. and Carl, preceded Lloyd in death. Left to cherish beautiful memories are his wife of 60 years, Betty-Jo "Sky" Sawyer Lenard of Shreveport, LA; children, Carla Dawn Frye and husband, Hollis of Longview, TX, Brian Drury Lenard of Hammond, LA and Lloyd &q