July - 2008 - Obituaries from The News-Star

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

DORIS "JUNE" DOOLEY Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home Winnsboro, LA Funeral services for Doris "June" Dooley, 78, of Delhi, LA will be held at Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home on Wednesday, July 2, 2008 at 10:00 AM with Rev. Marion Collier officiating. Interment will follow at Faith Memorial Park, Delhi, LA under the direction of Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home in Winnsboro. June Dooley was born June 21, 1930 in Denver, CO and passed away Sunday June 29, 2008 at Richardson Medical Center in Rayville. She was a resident of Delhi, a Homemaker, and a member of the North Central Baptist Church. She was preceded in Death by: Husband R.C. Dooley,Father Lynne Fletcher, Mother Mabel (Denton) Fletcher, Brother-Thruman Fletcher, 4 Grandchildren. Survivors include: Son Jimmy Dooley and wife Bonnie of Delhi, LA, Son Michael Dooley of Birmingham, AL; Daughter Sherry Worthy of Vicksburg, MS, Daughter Cheryl Golsby of Winnsboro, LA, Daughter Alice D. Ward and husband Charles of Winnsboro; Brother John Fletcher and wife Judy of Arvada, CO, Brother Danny Fletcher and wife Fran of Dallas, TX; Host of grandchildren and great grandchildren, nieces and nephews, family and friends. The Pallbearers will be her children Jimmy Dooley, Michael Dooley, Cheryl D. Golsby, Alice D. Ward, grandson John Crumpler, and son in law Charles Edward Ward. The family will receive friends at Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home from 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM Tuesday, July 1, 2008. To leave an online condolence for the family please visit www.youngscommunity. com

DOROTHY LOUISE KENNEDY Mulhearn Funeral Home Rayville, LA Services for Mrs. Dorothy Louise Kennedy, 90, of Start, LA will be 10:00 AM Tuesday, July 1, 2008 at Mulhearn Funeral Home Chapel with Dr. Ernest Winburn and Rev. Andy Nicholson officiating, with internment to follow in Start Cemetery, under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home Rayville, LA. Mrs. Kennedy a member of Start Baptist Church went to be with the Lord June 29, 2008. She was born Nov. 25, 1917 to the Late William Wallace Moore and Cora Mathews Moore she was also preceded in death by her husband Ernest Kennedy, a brother Harold Moore and a great grandson Jackson Kennedy. She is survived by a sister Mary Helen Moore Garland of Ft. Walton Beach, FL; and four children, Betty Kennedy Trichel and her husband Jim of Swartz, LA , James W. "Jim" Kennedy and his wife Jean, Gregory K. Kennedy and his wife Shirley and Cathy Kennedy Cooper and her husband Ricky all of Start, LA as well as 11 grandchildren and 14 great grandchildren. Grandsons, Todd Kennedy, Jeff Kennedy, Chip Kendall, Heath Sullivan, Tony Trichel, Toby Trichel, Matt Kennedy, Jamie Kennedy and Jarred Kennedy will serve as pallbearers. Honorary pallbearer is Massey Finley Family would like to give special thanks to Dr. Roland Ponarski, nurses and staff of Richardson Medical Center as well as her special friends at Colonial Manor Nursing Home. Online registery/condolences at www.mulhearnfuneral home.com .

EARL GARLAND Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral services for Earl Garland, 97, of Downsville, LA will be at 2:00 PM Wednesday July 2, 2008 in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home in West Monroe with Dr. Greg Clark officiating. Burial will be in Aulds Chapel Cemetery in Downsville, LA. Mr. Garland died June 30, 2008. He was a farmer and gin operator. Mr. Garland loved to be outside in his garden raising his many vegetables and fruits, especially his watermelons and tending to his cattle. He planted literally thousands of pine trees with the Department of Agriculture. Mr. Garland is preceded in death by his parents and five siblings. Survivors include his wife of 72 years Alice Garland; children, Malcolm Garland and wife Carolyn, Sharon Tanck and husband Ken, Sandra G. Lyons, Gregg Garland and wife Janine; grandchildren, Michael Garland, Deborah Bearden and husband Chuck, Cindy Garland, Scot Tubbs, and Angela Garland; three great grandchildren, two great- great grandchildren; numerous nieces and nephews. Pallbearers will be Chuck Bearden, Kenny Hearne, Michael Garland, Dennis Parker, Jacob Reppond, Henry "Skip" Fife. Visitation will be from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM Tuesday July 1, 2008 at Mulhearn Funeral Home in West Monroe. Memorials may be made to the Louisiana Baptist Children's Home in Monroe, LA. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneral home.com

IN LOVING MEMORY OF CHASE EDWARDS 8/29/89 - 6/30/07 Your family misses you dearly

James Robin "Rock-n-Roll Man" Antley Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral services for James Robin Antley will be held at 1:00 PM, Wednesday, July 2, 2008 in the chapel of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Rev. Danny Trichell will officiate. Interment to follow at Lone Cherry Cemetery, Mangham, LA under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. James Robin Antley, 46, died at Cornerstone Hospital in West Monroe on June 28, 2008 following a lengthy illness. Robin was born October 22, 1961 in Monroe, Louisiana to James Ellis "Tuffie" Antley of West Monroe and Shelby Jean Southall Antley (deceased). Widely known for his musical talent and love of bass guitar and vocal work, Robin had experience in production, promotion, and his favorite, performing both locally and nationally in many local and regional bands, his most favorites being Coupe DeVille, Hargiss and Company, Renegade, The Simple Men, and most recently, the band Wicker. Robin has appeared on several CD releases, most notably "From L.A. to LA" with Coupe DeVille, Robin was working on a compilation CD before his most recent illness. Until poor health, Robin was active in the Northeast Louisiana Motorcyclist Association's Ride for Jerry's Kids, serving several years as Entertainment Director for the annual Poker Run. Robin leaves behind his wife of 12 years, Connie Tippen Antley; sons, Micah Wayne Antley and wife Jessica, Daniel Emile Antley and wife Amy Nicole, and Ledell Stone Derrick. Robin's daughters' families include Tabatha Nicole Antley and April Derrick Burnaman and April's husband, James "Burn" Burnaman. Robin's grandchildren include April's sons John Kristopher "Pookie" Humble, Jr., and James Dylan "Peanut" Burnaman, as well as Daniel's sons, Bradin Keith "Pooboo" Antley, Mason, Nick and JT Gates. Robin also leaves behind his sister, Debbie Lynn Murphy and her daughter, Christy and Debbies son, Cody and his wife Candice; uncle Dale Emile Bernelle; he leaves behind many friends and extended family. No one can truly understand the effect Robin has had and will continue to have on those that know and love him best. As long as we live, he will also live. May God Bless us all. Pallbearers will be Micah Antley, James "Burn" Burnaman, Tony Amendolia, Calvin Huber, Jay Elston, Jay Trisler, Darrell Patton, and Tim Antley. Honorary pallbearer Stone Derrick, Daniel Antley, Danny Ray Howington and David Woods. The family would like to express special, loving thanks to Michael Archie, M.D. both St. Francis Medical Center staffs, the staff at Cornerstone Hospital, the staff of the Davita Dialysis Center of South Monroe, and Carroll Home Health Care of Ruston. The family requests remembrance gifts be made to either the National Kidney Foundation of the American Kidney Fund. Visitation will be held Tuesday, July 1, 2008 from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM at Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com

JAMES WYLIE DANIEL Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral service for Mr. James Wylie Daniel, 65, of West Monroe will be held at 10:00 AM Tuesday July 1, 2008 in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe with Rev. Larry Lanier officiating. Interment will follow at Hasley Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Mr. Daniel was a graduate of West Monroe High School and retired from BellSouth. He was an avid fisherman, hunter, and reader. James served in Germany as a Sergeant in the United States Army. He was also a lifetime member of the NRA. He is preceded in death by his parents, James A. and Carrie Daniel. Survivors include his wife, Gloria Wales Daniel; daughter, Janna Graff and husband Tom; son, Nelson Daniel; grandchildren, Spencer, Wesley, and Landon Graff; and two cousins, Caldwell and Pearl Harris. Pallbearers are Ted Doughty, Robbie Ballard, Tony Peña, Andy Wales, Richard Guidry, and Jim Gentry. Visitation will be from 9:00 AM until service time on Tuesday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Online Condolence/Registry: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com

LOUIS H. JONES Golden Funeral Home of Bastrop Inc. Funeral services for Louis H. Jones, 81, of Bastrop, LA, will be held on July 1, 2008 at 2 PM at First Apostolic Church of Bastrop, Crossett Hwy. Rev. J.T. Wheat will be officiating; along with Rev. Hurby Hitt. Interment will follow in Memorial Park Cemetery in Bastrop. Visitation will be at the First Apostolic Church of Bastrop on June 30, 2008 from 5 PM. to 9 PM Louis H. Jones was born September 28, 1926 in Winnsboro, LA and went to be with the Lord and grandson, Dustin Glen Roper, on June 29, 2008. He was a long time member of First Apostolic Church of Bastrop, LA. He was a veteran of World War II and retired from the International Paper Company after 40 years of service. Louis H. Jones was preceded in death by his parents, Virgil and Nebraska Goldman Jones; brothers, Harvis D. Jones, Carl Jones Sr., Rev. Jack Jones, Wiley E. Jones, and Henry Jones; sister, Emily J. Hasting; grandson, Dustin Glen Roper, a well loved niece, Vicki Book, and a well loved great nephew, David Book. Louis H. Jones is survived by his wife of 61 years, Lucille Oser Jones of Bastrop, LA; son, Harmon H. Jones and his wife Sherry L. Jones of Bastrop, LA; daughters, Brenda Lane Carruth of Bastrop, LA, and Barbara Jo Oser of Safety Harbor, FL; grandchild, Alana Lucil Carruth of Bastrop, LA; great grandchildren, Michael Lemons of Goodwill, LA, Devin Glen Roper and Jared Elton Roper, both of Monroe, LA. Louis H. Jones is also survived by one s ister, Gayo Jordan of Winnsboro, LA; and his well loved niece, Rachel Andrews and husband Chris Andrews of Bastrop, LA. Honoring Louis H. Jones as pallbearers will be Chris Andrews, John Book, Ralph Reynolds, Edward Jones, Marvin Ricks, and David White. "Daddy was a gracious man in the truest sense of the word. He loved the Lord. He loved his family.

MR. LEON GILLEY Mulhearn Funeral Home Rayville, LA Funeral Services for Mr. Leon Gilley, age 89, of Mangham, LA will be held on Tuesday, July 1, 2008, at 10:00 AM at Bethlehem Baptist Church near Mangham, LA with Rev's David Shirley, Paul Kolb, and John Holdiness III, officiating. Interment will follow in Gwin Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home of Rayville, LA. Mr. Leon was born on January 9, 1919 in Mangham, LA and passed away on June 26, 2008, and was a life-long resident of Mangham. After attending Mangham High School, Mr. Gilley enlisted in the United States Army during World War II. After his service was completed, he returned to Monroe and met the love of his life, Christyne Monroe Gilley. They were wed on July 15, 1950 and were married for 58 years. Mr Leon and Mrs. Christyne opened Gilley's of Alto, a general store, in 1956 and ran it for 31 years. Mr. Leon was a cotton farmer and welder all of his life until he became ill. He was preceded in death by his parents, George and Carrie Gilley, brother, George Lee Gilley, and son, Craig Gilley. Survivors include: Wife: Christyne Monroe Gilley of Mangham, LA; Granddaughters: Tashia Gilley Osborn and husband Chad of West Monroe, Tara Gilley Knight and husband Robert of Monroe, and Tabitha Gilley of West Monroe; Daughter-in-Law: Sherrie McCraw and husband Rusty of West Monroe; 2 Great-Grandsons: Tristen Osborn and Christian Knight; 2 Brothers: Freddie Gilley and wife Dot of Mangham, and Bobby Gilley and wife Alice of Corpus Christi, TX. Pallbearers will be: Ronnie Gilley, Tommy Kelly, Donnie Gilley, Adam Robinson, Dock Hill and Billy Joe Remore. Visitation will be held on Monday, June 30, 2008 from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM at Mulhearn Funeral Home in Rayville, LA. Online condolences may be made at www.mulhearnfuneral home.com

RONALD MARK ERFURT Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Ronald Mark Erfurt, 60, of West Monroe died on June 20, 2008. A private celebration of life service will be held at a future date. "The Ron" leaves behind family and friends who loved him dearly, each in their own way. Those wishing to remember him are invited to make donations to the NRA, the Republican Party, Loyola College Preparatory School in Shreveport, LA or their favorite charity. Online Condolences/Registry: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com

SALLY BOYETT PATRICK Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mrs. Sally Boyett Patrick, 61, of West Monroe, LA will be held at 10:00 AM, Wednesday, July 2, 2008 in the chapel of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA with Rev David Mullins officiating. Interment will follow at Beech Creek Cemetery under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Mrs. Patrick was born April 9, 1947 in Crowville, LA and passed away June 29, 2008 in West Monroe, LA. She was preceded in death by her father, Leroy Boyett; daughter, Jennifer Boyett and a brother, Donnie Boyett. Mrs. Patrick was of the Baptist faith. She is survived by her husband of 42 years Johnny Patrick; 5 sons, Jimmy Cotton and wife Sonja, Kevin Patrick and wife DeeDee, Darin Patrick and wife Jenny, Rusty Patrick, Michael Patrick and wife Kellie, Janet McCuin, Darlyn Fernandez and husband Paul; mother, Hazel Boyett; 14 grandchildren and 3 great-grandchildren. 3 brothers, Duncan, Stevie, and Jerry Boyett; 3 sisters, Judy Gambino, Debbie Kenworthy, and Martha Graham; numerous nieces, nephews and a host of friends. Sons will serve as pallbearers; Jimmy Cotton, Kevin Patrick, Darin Patrick, Rusty Patrick, Mike Patrick, along with Bubba Mullins, John Brown and Joe Smith. Honorary pallbearers will be Joe Lindsey and Joey Tidwell. Visitation will be held Tuesday July 1, 2008 from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM at Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com

Hazel Alderman, 73
RAYVILLE — Hazel Alderman, a homemaker, died Monday. Services are 10 a.m. Wednesday at Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Rayville. Visitation is 4:30-8 p.m. today at the funeral home. Burial will be in Unity Cemetery, Darnell.

Jacoby Alexander, 16
Jacoby Alexander of Monroe, a Carroll High School student, died Sunday. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at Carroll High School, Monroe. Visitation is 7-8 p.m. Friday at Hester Central State Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens.

James L. Banks Sr., 66
James Lee Banks Sr. of West Monroe, a truck driver, died Friday. Graveside services are 11 a.m. today at Pleasant Valley Assembly of God Church Cemetery, Frost Town. Arrangements are under the direction of Funerals by McFarland, Monroe.

Betsy Coon Berry, 94
DOWNSVILLE — Betsy Coon Berry, a homemaker, died Monday. Graveside services are 10 a.m. Thursday at Twin Cities Memorial Gardens, West Monroe. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Wednesday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Lynda G. Brown, 63
Lynda Gayle Brown of Monroe, a homemaker, died Sunday. Graveside services are 10 a.m. Wednesday at Riverview Cemetery, Monroe. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. today at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Lamy Lane, Monroe.

Effie Cole, 74
FARMERVILLE — Effie Cole, died Thursday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Farmerville.

Arnold J. Creech, 82
COLLINSTON — Arnold J. Creech, a retired store owner, died Sunday. Graveside services are 10 a.m. Wednesday at Carter Cemetery, Collinston. Visitation is 5-9 p.m. today at Golden Funeral Home, Bastrop.

James W. Daniel, 65
James W. Daniel of West Monroe, a supplier for BellSouth, died Sunday. Services are 10 a.m. today at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Visitation is 9 a.m. today until service time.

Doris 'June' Dooley, 78
DELHI — Doris "June" Dooley, a homemaker, died Sunday. Services are 10 a.m. Wednesday at Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home, Winnsboro. Visitation is 5-9 p.m. today at the funeral home. Burial will be in Faith Memorial Cemetery, Delhi.

Janet Howard Ely, 49
RUSTON — Janet Lynne Howard Ely, a financial aid adviser, died Monday. Memorial services are 10 a.m. Wednesday at Christ Community Church, Ruston. Arrangements are under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Ruston.

Annie Mae Greeley, 75
RICHWOOD — Annie Mae Greeley, a homemaker, died Sunday. Services are noon Saturday at Hester Central State Funeral Home, Monroe. Visitation is 1-6 p.m. Friday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens.

Pearlean Haynes, 56
LOS ANGELES, Calif. — Pearlean Haynes, formerly of Tallulah, a child care worker, died June 22. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Funerals by McFarland, Delhi.

Alta A. Hemphill, 89
OAK GROVE — Alto Alyne Hemphill, a homemaker, died Sunday. Services are 10 a.m. today at Goodwill Church of God, Goodwill. Burial will be in Red Wing Cemetery under the direction of Cox Funeral Home, Oak Grove.

Edna E. Jackson, 72
FARMERVILLE — Edna E. Jackson, a homemaker, died Wednesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Farmerville.

Levon Jones, 67
Levon Jones of Monroe, retired from the city of Monroe, died June 24. Services are 11 a.m. Thursday at Parkview Church of Christ, Monroe. Visitation is 6-7 p.m. Wednesday at Hester Central State Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens.

Carla Davis Kassow, 44
MUNFORD, Tenn. — Carla Davis Kassow, formerly of Ruston, died Saturday. Graveside services are 2 p.m. Friday at Forest Lawn Cemetery, Ruston. Arrangements are under the direction of Owens Memorial Chapel, Ruston.

Dorothy Kennedy, 90
RAYVILLE — Dorothy Kennedy, a homemaker, died Sunday. Services are 10 a.m. today at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Rayville. Burial will be in Start Cemetery.

Connor Lundy, 7
ST. JOSEPH — Connor Lundy, a student, died Friday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville.

Dorian Lundy, 13
ST. JOSEPH — Dorian Lundy, a student, died Friday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville.

Dylan Lundy, 12
ST. JOSEPH — Dylan Lundy, a student, died Friday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville.

Oscar Manuel, 80
Oscar Manuel of Monroe, a mechanic, died Sunday. Services are 11 a.m. Wednesday at Hester Central State Funeral Home, Monroe. Visitation is 1-6 p.m. today at the funeral home. Burial will be in Magnolia Cemetery, Monroe.

'Jim' McClung, 84
TULSA, Okla. — James "Jim" McClung, a maintenance supervisor, died Sunday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Ludmilla B. McDonald, 80
NEW ORLEANS — Ludmilla Bellucci McDonald, a homemaker, died Thursday. Services are 6 p.m. Thursday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Visitation is 4 p.m. Thursday until service time at the funeral home. Burial will be Friday in Atlanta, Texas.

Louise A. Newton, 85
FARMERVILLE — Louise Armstrong Newton, died Thursday. Services are 1 p.m. Wednesday at St. John Baptist Church, Farmerville. Wake services are 6-8 p.m. today at Funerals by McFarland, Monroe. Burial will be in the church cemetery.

Joseph M. Owens, 83
BOSSIER CITY — Joseph Michael Owens, an auto parts manager, died Monday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Ruston.

Dwight E. Owens, 98
Dwight E. Owens of West Monroe, a dairy farmer and carpenter, died Saturday. Services are 10 a.m. today at Cypress Baptist Church. Visitation is 9 a.m. today until service time. Arrangements are under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Essel Payton, 97
Essel Payton, a farmer, died Friday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville.

Ben L. Rainwater, 83
OAK GROVE — Ben Lewis Rainwater, a minister, died Thursday. Services are 2 p.m. Wednesday at Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Oak Grove. Burial will be in Legion Memorial Cemetery, Newellton.

Ruthanne Rainwater, 64
OAK GROVE — Ruthanne Rainwater, a grocery storeowner and operator, died Tuesday. Services are 2 p.m. Wednesday at Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Oak Grove. Burial will be in Legion Memorial Cemetery, Newellton.

William 'Munk' Tarpley, 79
JONESVILLE — William H. "Munk" Tarpley, died Monday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Young's Funeral Home, Jonesville.

Darlene Turnage, 72
BASKIN — Darlene Turnage, a retired post office worker, died Monday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home, Winnsboro.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED
Gilley, Leon: 10 a.m. today, Bethlehem Baptist Church, near Mangham.
Holloway, Archie Duke: 10 a.m. today, Rock Corner Baptist Church, Ruston.
Nappier, Pamela Sue Dollar: 2 p.m. today, Mangham Assembly of God Church

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

CLIFTON M. COYLE "POPS" Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mr. Clifton M. Coyle "Pops", 89, of Monroe, will be 2:00 PM Thursday, July 3, 2008 at Kilpatrick Funeral Home of Monroe with Rev. Jack D. Phelps officiating. Interment will follow at Coax Cemetery in Baskin, LA under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home of Monroe. Mr. Coyle was born December 23, 1918 in Baskin, LA and passed away June 30, 2008 in Ruston, LA. Mr. Coyle was retired from the U.S. Air Force as Chief Warrant Officer with 30 years of service during which he received numerous honors for his prestigious service. After military duties he went on to work for Century Telephone for 13 years when he retired. He was a member of Graceminster Presbyterian Church, Dee A. Strickland Lodge 465, Monroe Scottish Rite Bodies, and Barak Shrine Temple. He was preceded in death by a daughter: Delaine Coyle Dean. Mr. Coyle is survived by his wife of 63 years: Marie Brown Coyle; son: Michael S. Coyle and wife, Sue; grandchildren: Christy Lynn Stephens and husband, Brian, Jessica Ann Wingard and husband, Brent, and Carrie Elizabeth Jones and husband, Michael; great grandchildren: David Michael and Garrett Lee Wingard; and sister Melvey Coyle Langston. Pallbearers will be: Andy Mauhot, Jack Manasco, John Brewer, Keith Russell, Roger Coyle, and Clark Dean. Memorials may be made to Shriners Hospital for Children. Visitation will be 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM Wednesday, July 3, 2008 at Kilpatrick Funeral Home of Monroe, LA. Online condolences may be made to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneral homes.com

JAMES "JIM" MCCLUNG Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA James W. "Jim" McClung died Sunday, June 29, 2008 in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Born on July 16, 1923, he was 84. Mr. McClung was comforted by his wife and family members when he died. He was also a Christian. He is survived by his wife, Lore and step-children Lester Cannon, Tina Reeves and Forrest Cannon and wife Deedra. Jim is also survived by his own children, Donna Whitaker and husband Ralph, Karen Heath and husband Neal, Peggy Malcomb and husband Danny, Sandy McClung, Michael McClung and wife Lisette and Janet McClung. There are also 15 grandchildren and 15 great-grandchildren. Jim also has a sister, Lee Myers, who lives in Perryville, Arkansas. His other sisters, now deceased, are Hilma Cunningham, Marion Ross, and Billie Olmstead and his first wife, Sue Johnston. Born and raised in the Arkansas farm community of Hazen, Jim had to quit school after the ninth grade and get a job to help support the family after his own father died when he was only twelve. Later, he joined the CCC program started by President F. D. Roosevelt and helped build parks and roadways in Idaho. After that, he started working on a farm near Otwell, Arkansas where he met Sue Lawman and eventually married. During WWII, he was in the US Navy and served as a gunner on a battleship in the southeast Pacific. After the war, Jim and Sue settled in West Monroe, Louisiana and started a family. He worked at Craftco Plant 60 as a maintenance mechanic. He joined the West Monroe Masonic Lodge #419 in 1957. Over the following years, Jim and his family moved to Houston and then Ft. Worth, Texas, still working in the paper industry. Eventually, he went to Sand Springs, Oklahoma where he married Lore Cannon. Jim enjoyed playing chess and even won a few tournaments. He also loved the outdoors and liked to fish and hunt. He was always a source of fun and excitement for those around him and will be missed by many people. Services will be held at 11:00 AM Thursday July 3, 2008 in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home in West Monroe, LA with Rev. Billy Taylor officiating. Interment will follow at Roselawn Memorial Garden Cemetery in Calhoun. Visitation will be Wednesday evening from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM. Pallbearers will be Ben Finklea, Micah McClung, Christopher Marc Bowie, Travis Cannon, Jason Wood, and Garrett McClung. Online Condolence/Registry: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com

TED R. MCELROY Kilpatrick Funeral Homes West Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mr. Ted R. McElroy, age 56, will be 10:00 AM, Thursday, July 3, 2008 at the Clark Springs Baptist Church in West Monroe. Officiating will be Dr. Scott Thompson. Interment will follow in the Clark Springs Baptist Church Cemetery under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Homes of West Monroe. Mr. McElroy was born on January 21, 1952 and passed away on June 30, 2008. He was preceded in death by his parents; brother, Elvas McElroy. Survivors include his wife of 34 years, Wanda Coody McElroy; son, Shane McElroy; daughter, Trisha Benson and husband, Warren; 2 grandsons, Zachary and Joel Benson; sister, Peggy Williams. Mr. McElroy was a Shriner and a Mason. Pallbearers will be Brandon McElroy, Dave Elliott, Brian White, Quinn Wall, Michael Jordan and Harold Holloway. Honorary pallbearers will be Jimmy Wall and Dickie Butler. Visitation will be 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM, Wednesday July 2, 2008 at Clark Springs Baptist Church in West Monroe. Online condolence messages may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com.

James Robin Antley, 46
James Robin "Rock 'n' Roll Man" Antley, a musician from Calhoun, died Saturday. Services are 1 p.m. today at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Burial will follow at Lone Cherry, Mangham.

Anthony Jerome Barber, 33
Anthony Jerome Barber, a flooring installer from Monroe, died Sunday. Visitation is 1-8 p.m. Friday at Hester State Funeral Home Chapel. Services are noon Saturday at New St. James Baptist Church. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens.

Effie Shiel Bell, 95
LAKE ST. JOHN — Effie Shiel Bell, a seamstress and grocery store owner, died Tuesday. Services are 11 a.m. Thursday at Young's Funeral Home in Ferriday. Visitation is 9-11 a.m. Thursday at the funeral home. Burial is in Greenlawn Memorial Park, Natchez.

Bessie Clark, 72
Bessie (Lady Stepper) Clark, a homemaker of Monroe, died Monday. Services are 2 p.m. Monday at Progressive Baptist Church. Visitation is 1-6 p.m. Sunday at Hester State Funeral Home. Burial is in will follow at Richwood Memorial Gardens.

Prince Finister, 84
Prince Finister of Monroe died June 25. Services are 10 a.m. Saturday at Tried Stone Baptist Church. Visitation is noon-6 p.m. Thursday at Miller Funeral Home. Burial is in Richwood Memorial Gardens.

Earl Garland, 97
DOWNSVILLE — Earl Garland, a farmer and gin operator, died Monday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Visitation is 1 p.m. today at the funeral home. Burial will be in Aulds Chapel Cemetery in Downsville.

Carolyn J. Morris, 62
FARMERVILLE — Carolyn J. "Scarborough" Morris, a retired store manager, died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Farrar Funeral Home.

Joseph Michael Owens, 83
BOSSIER CITY — Joseph Michael Owens, a parts manager, died Monday. Graveside services are 1 p.m. Thursday at Northwest Veterans Cemetery in Keithville. Visitation is 9:30-10:30 a.m. Thursday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Ruston.

Sally Boyett Patrick, 61
Sally Boyett Patrick of West Monroe, a homemaker, died Sunday. Services are 10 a.m. today at Kilpatrick Funeral Home in West Monroe. Burial is in Beech Creek Cemetery, Olla.

Billie Gordon Smith, 64
Billie Gordon Smith of Calhoun, retired from the military, died Tuesday. Services are 1 p.m. Thursday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. today at the funeral home. Burial will follow at Mount Zion Cemetery.

William H. "Monk" Tarpley, 79
JONESVILLE — William H. "Monk" Tarpley, a retired game warden, died Monday. Services are 10 a.m. today at First Pentecostal Church of Jonesville. Burial will follow at Pine Grove. Young's Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

Darlene Turnage, 72
BASKIN — Darlene Turnage, a retired U.S. Postal worker, died Monday. Services are 11 a.m. Thursday at Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home, Winnsboro. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. today at the funeral home. Burial is in Pleasant Hale Cemetery.

Erma Williams, 82
Erma Williams of Monroe, a cashier, died Monday. Services are 11 a.m. Monday at True Vine Baptist Church. Visitation is 1-6 p.m. Sunday at Miller Funeral Home in Monroe. Burial is at J.S. Clark Cemetery.

Previously acknowledged
Alderman, Hazel: 10 a.m. today, Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Rayville.
Alexander, Jacoby: 2 p.m. Saturday, Carroll High School, Monroe.
Berry, Betsy Coon: 10 a.m. Thursday, Twin Cities Memorial Gardens, West Monroe.
Brown, Lynda Gayle: 10 a.m. today, Riverview Cemetery, Monroe.
Creech, Arnold J.: 10 a.m. today, Carter Cemetery, Collinston.
Dooley, Doris "June": 10 a.m. today, Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home, Winnsboro.
Ely, Janet Lynne Howard: 10 a.m. today, Christ Community Church, Ruston.
Greeley, Annie Mae: noon Saturday, Hester Central State Funeral Home, Monroe.
Jones, Levon: 11 a.m. Thursday, Parkview Church of Christ, Monroe.
Kassow, Carla Davis: 2 p.m. Friday, Forest Lawn Cemetery, Ruston.
Manuel, Oscar: 11 a.m. today, Hester Central State Funeral Home, Monroe.
McDonald, Ludmilla Bellucci: 6 p.m. Thursday, Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe.
Newton, Louise Armstrong: 1 p.m. today, St. John Baptist Church, Farmerville.
Rainwater, Ben Lewis: 2 p.m. today, Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Oak Grove.
Rainwater, Ruthanne: 2 p.m. today, Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Oak Grove.

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

BILLIE GORDON SMITH Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral services for Billie Gordon Smith, 64, of Calhoun, LA will be held at 1:00 PM, Thursday, July 3, 2008 at Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Rev. Neil Everett will officiate. Interment will follow at Mt. Zion Cemetery, Calhoun, LA under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Mr. Smith was born February 19, 1944 in Calhoun, LA and passed away July 1, 2008 in West Monroe, LA. He was preceded in death by his father, Newt Smith, mother, Hazel Long Smith; brothers, Milton Smith and Johnny Smith; sisters, Margie Murray and Laura Gilmore. Mr. Smith was an avid fisherman and he retired from the US Army after serving 2 tours of duty in Vietnam, 2 tours in Germany and 1 tour in Korea. Mr. Smith is survived by his wife of 7 years, Patsy Fay Smith; son, Billie Gordon Smith, Jr., Harold Jiles and wife Jamie of Monticello, AR, Derrick Jiles and wife Crystal of Calhoun, LA; daughters; Dawn Boone and husband Mike of West Monroe, LA, Kim Perez and husband Bonie of Navarre, FL, Natalie Morgan of Navarre, FL; brother, Robert Smith and wife Brenda of Calhoun, LA; sister, Betty Wiltcher and husband George of Bernice, LA. Family and friends will serve as pallbearers. Visitation will be held Wednesday, July 2, 2008 from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM at Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com

ELBERT LEE DIFFEY Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, La. Funeral services for Mr. Elbert Lee Diffey, 85, of West Monroe, LA will be held at 11:00 A.M. Friday, July 4, 2008 in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home in West Monroe, LA with Rev. Jeff Luellen and Evangelist Huey Diffey officiating. Interment will be in Roselawn Memorial Garden in Calhoun, LA. Mr. Diffey died July 2, 2008 at his residence. Survivors: his beloved wife of 65 years, Mary Lee Diffey, Son, Acil Jerry Diffey; 3 daughters, Loretta Owens, Jean Bracey, Suzanne Stuckey; 8 Grandchildren; 14 Great Grandchildren; one brother and two sisters; and many nieces and nephews Pallbearers will be family members, DeWayne Bracey, Gary Owens, Russell Allen Bracey, Bobby Matlock, Roy Walton and Eric Diffey. Honorary Pallbearers will be Brett Owens and Dylan Matlock. Visitation will be from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM Thursday at Mulhearn Funeral Home.

JENNIE REYNOLDS CRUMP Riser Funeral Home Columbia, LA Jennie Reynolds Crump of Synope Plantation died about dawn Sunday, June 29, 2008. Jennie learned her charm, graciousness, and love of the arts from her late mother, Jennie Martin Reynolds and her calm, wisdom and sense of justice from her late father, Odie Neal Reynolds. Jennie was a seeker her entire life not bound by traditional southern lady roles. She was the first female animal husbandry major at her alma mater, Louisiana Tech University. Jennie continued her education throughout her life taking art, music, and yoga classes. Her bookshelf reflects an eclectic collection of nonfiction, all focusing on enrichment of life through arts, the world of meditation, and openness. Jennie was the chief operating partner for the Reynolds Family Partnership for over 40 years. Along with her late husband and high school sweetheart, John Wesley Crump, she raised cattle, crops, pulp wood, and participated actively in her community. Jennie served as co-chair of the Louisiana Art and Folk Festival for 40 years, chairman of the board of the Martin Homeplace and a member of the Caldwell Parish Library Board. At age 50 she created "Easy Going," a custom tour company that led groups throughout the world and in her words "drank coffee on the docks of San Francisco, Miami, and Copenhagen" meeting and enjoying the people of the world. She is survived by her son, John Wesley Crump IV, his wife Kathy and grandsons John and Forrest; her daughter, Anna Crump Gregory, her husband Mark and grandsons, James and Christopher; her brother, Odie Neal Reynolds, Jr.; and her sister, Jorenda Reynolds Stone. Her family thanks her caregivers, Elaine Cole, Otis Blanson, Erma Keaton, and Patrick Barber whose ministrations allowed her to remain at home and die naturally at Synope. A memorial service will be held at her beloved teahouse at Synope Plantation at 10:30 AM, Saturday, July 5, 2008. Memorials may be made to the Martin Homeplace, PO Box 196, Columbia, LA 71418, the Caldwell Parish Public Library, PO Box 1499, Columbia, LA 71418 or the Southern Poverty Law Center's Teach Tolerance Program, PO Box 548, Montgomery AL 36177-9621.

LUTHER NEAL SHACKELFORD Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mr. Luther Neal Shackelford, 79, of West Monroe, LA will be held at 2:00 PM Saturday July 5, 2008 at Whites Ferry Rd Church of Christ with Mike Kellett and Alan Robertson officiating. Interment will follow at Roselawn Memorial Gardens Cemetery in Calhoun, LA under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home in West Monroe, LA . Mr. Shackelford was born in Valliant, Oklahoma on May 14, 1929 to Lela Mae and John Clifton Shackelford. He took his final journey home on July 2, 2008. Luther graduated from Oklahoma State University with a degree in Industrial Engineering and went on to have many successful careers starting with Charles Machine Works in Perry, Oklahoma. He went on to own the Ditch Witch franchise in Alexandria, Louisiana from 1962 to 1974. For the past thirty-five years, he was a real estate broker, first in Shreveport, Louisiana and then in Monroe/West Monroe with Shackelford-French Century 21. Since Shack never met a stranger, this was the perfect job for him. He loved every client and finding a home for them came with the honor of getting to know them, which he cherished. When asked once when he was going to retire, he replied, "I thought I was." Always a volunteer, Shack willingly served his church in a leadership capacity, served as president of the Lion's Club obtaining a lifetime membershi p, and served as a member of the Rapides Parish Police Jury. He served on the Development Council at Harding University and initiated a Silver Eagle Club of Grandparents at Ouachita Christian School. He also served on the Board of Realtors as a committeeman, board member, president, and state director. He was selected Realtor of the Year in 2005. Always working for a good cause, he took an active part in many fundraisers for the Easter Seal Campaign, Ouachita Christian School, Camp Ch-Yo-Ca, Harding University, and many other organizations. Shack was an avid sports fan and athlete, and participated in every sport but basketball was his first love. While serving in the Marines during the Korean War, he was honored to be a part of the 3rd Marine Division basketball team dedicated to entertaining the troops and boosting morale. His love of basketball has been a legacy he handed down to his family. His sons enjoyed competitive basketball and ten of his grandchildren played basketball for Ouachita Christian School. In 2004, the Luther Shackelford family was honored with receiving the YMCA award for Outstanding Family of the Year. This award is what "Papaw Shack" was all about, serving his family, his church, and his community until God called him home to serve eternally with Him. He will be greatly missed, but his legacy of love remains strong. He joins his siblings Hazel Daniel, J.C. Shackelford, Wilbur Shackelford, and Everett "Peanut" Shackelford in their heavenly home. He leaves behind his precious wife of fifty-seven years, Betty Jo Durham Shackelford. Three sons: Kevin Shackelford and wife, Stacy; Kerry Shackelford, and Jeremy Shackelford and wife, Kim. Three daughters: Joneal Kirby and husband, Randy; Chrys Howard and husband, Johnny; and Jessica Shackelford. Twelve grandchildren: Donna George and husband, Robbie; Korie Robertson and husband, Willie; Ryan Howard and wife, Pam; Ashley Moore and husband, Josh; Josh Kirby; Jake Kirby and wife, Jamie; Katelyn Kirby; Morgan Robichaux and husband, John; Meagan Shackelford; Micah Shackelford; Shawn Shackelford and wife, Sara; Zach Shackelford and Jonathan Tate and wife Jennifer. Seventeen great-grandchildren: John Luke, Sadie, Will, and Bella Robertson and Rebecca Lo; Macy, Ally, and Maddox Moore; Asa, Aslyn, and Aevin Howard; Aaron, Adam, and Annabeth George; Madison, Camron, Kaden, and Jordan Robichaux. Two brothers: Jerry Shackelford and wife, Barbara; Rafe Shackelford and wife, Betty Jane. Brother-in-law: Bill Durham and wife, Carol. Special niece: Susan McNamara, and husband, Jim and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and dear friends. Pallbearers will be Mr. Shackelford's grandsons and grandsons-in-law: Robbie George, Ryan Howard, Jake Kirby, Josh Kirby, Josh Moore, John Robichaux, Willie Jess Robertson, Micah Shackelford, Shawn Shackelford, and Zach Shackelford. Honorary pallbearers are Bill Durham, Steve French, Rudy Burns, Mike Watkins, Buddy Barwick, Bobby Stokes, and Dennis Davenport. Visitation will be from 4:00 PM until 6:00 PM on Friday at Whites Ferry Road Church of Christ. Memorials may be made to Ouachita Christian School or to the World Radio Ministry at White's Ferry Road Church of Christ. The family wants to say: Thank you, staff members of Landmark Nursing and Rehabilitation Center of West Monroe for caring for Shack and our daddy as if he were your own. From every area of his care, you exceeded our expectations and made the last year more manageable for our family. What a blessing you have been to us! To Hospice of Louisiana and Jennia: Again, what a blessing you have been as you gently guided us and Shack on home to Heaven. You were the incredible piece of the puzzle we didn't even know we needed. Thank you so very much. To all the health care professionals at both St. Francis Hospital and Glenwood Hospital, thank you for being there when we needed you most. Online Condolence/Registry: www.mulhearnfuneral home.com

THELMA GUESS ROSS Forest Park Funeral Home, Shreveport, LA Graveside Services for Mrs. Thelma Guess Ross, age 95 of Choudrant, LA will be held on Thursday, July 3, 2008, at 11:00 AM in Forest Park St. Vincent Cemetery, 3700 St. Vincent Ave., Shreveport, LA. A visitation will begin in Forest Park Funeral Home, 1201 Louisiana Avenue Shreveport, LA 71101 (318-221-7181) at 9:00 AM Thursday. Mrs. Ross was a native of Leesville, La. and worked as an Insurance Sales Lady, and a Clerk for Beall's Department Store. She was an excellent seamstress, a member of the Baptist faith and enjoyed singing in the choir. Survivors include 3 daughters, Elizabeth Anne Beasley and her husband Vernon of Lufkin, Texas, Johnnie B. McKinney of Dallas, Texas, and Mary Watley and her husband Jimmy of Calhoun, LA, 9 grandchildren, 10 great grandchildren, and a great, great grandson and numerous nieces and nephews. She is preceded in death by her mother and father, brothers and sisters, her husband of 65 years, Benjamin Ross Sr. and a son Benjamin Ross, Jr. Memorials may be made to the charity of choice. Special Thanks to Dr. Glenn Figueroa and the staff at Ruston Nursing and Rehab Center. Condolences may be made to www.forest park-funeralhome.com

Osborne Barton, 73
Osborne Barton of Monroe, a teacher, died Sunday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Little Flower of Jesus Catholic Church, Monroe. Visitation is noon until 5 p.m. today at Miller Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens.

Alan M. Beavers, 22
Alan Manwell Beavers of Monroe, a warehouse man, died Sunday. Services are 3 p.m. Monday at the Church of Christ, Monroe. Visitation is 1-7 p.m. Saturday at Miller Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens.

Betsy Coon Berry, 93
DOWNSVILLE — Betsy Coon Berry, a homemaker, died Monday. Graveside services are 10 a.m. today at Twin Cities Memorial Gardens, West Monroe. Arrangements are under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Ida Bryant, 92
Ida Bryant of Monroe, a homemaker, died Tuesday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Triumph Baptist Church, Monroe. Visitation is 2-8 p.m. today at Smith Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Hope Estate Cemetery, Wisner.

Frances C. Chin, 83
Frances C. Chin of Monroe, a homemaker, died June 26. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Mount Pleasant Baptist Church, Wisner. Visitation is noon until 4 p.m. Friday at Richardson Funeral Home, Monroe and 5-7 p.m. at Richardson Funeral Home, Winnsboro. Burial will be in Hope Estate Cemetery, Wisner.

Effie Cole, 74
FARMERVILLE — Effie Cole, died June 26. Services are 2 p.m. Sunday at Blooming Grove Baptist Church, Farmerville. Burial will be in Zion Hill Cemetery under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Farmerville.

Sister Eileen Corcoran, 94
Sister Eileen Corcoran of Monroe, died Wednesday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at St. Francis Medical Center Chapel, Monroe. Visitation is 2-8 p.m. Friday with a 6 p.m. prayer service at the medical center chapel. Arrangements are under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe.

Lillie G. Coryell, 54
TYLER, Texas — Lillie George Coryell, a truck driver, died Tuesday. Graveside services are 10 a.m. Friday at Lapine Assembly of God Cemetery. Visitation is 5-7 p.m. today at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Lamy Lane, Monroe.

C. M. 'Pops' Coyle, 89
Clifton M. "Pops" Coyle of Monroe, a retired chief warrant officer for U.S. Air Force and retired from Century Telephone, died Monday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Lamy Lane, Monroe. Burial will be in Coax Cemetery, Baskin.

Jennie R. Crump, 73
COLUMBIA — Jennie Reynolds Crump, senior chief operating partner for the Reynolds Family Partnership, died Sunday. Memorial services are 10:30 a.m. Saturday at Synope Plantation, Columbia. Visitation is 9:30 a.m. Saturday until service time at Synope Plantation. Arrangements are under the direction of Riser Funeral Home, Columbia.

Evertice Franklin, 83
MANGHAM — Evertice Chisley Franklin, died Tuesday. Services are 11 a.m. Monday at Hopewell Baptist Church, Mangham. Visitation is 5-6 p.m. Sunday at Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens.

Nellie B. Freeman, 88
Nellie B. Freeman of West Monroe, a homemaker, died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Bobbie Jean Hamilton, 52
Bobbie Jean Hamilton of Monroe, a retired human resources supervisor for the Monroe City School System, died Monday. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at First Baptist Church, Swayze Street, Monroe. Visitation is 4-8 p.m. Friday at Funerals by McFarland, Monroe. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park.

Carolyn Hinson, 71
FERRIDAY — Carolyn Hinson, died Tuesday. Services are 2 p.m. today at First Baptist Church, Ferriday. Arrangements are under the direction of Young's Funeral Home, Ferriday.

Edna E. Jackson, 72
FARMERVILLE — Edna E. Jackson, a homemaker, died June 25. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at Farmerville Recreation Center. Visitation is 4-6 p.m. Friday at Tennant Funeral Home, Farmerville. Burial will be in Pleasant Hill Cemetery, Spearsville.

Kerrick L. Jenkins, 30
Kerrick Lydell Jenkins of Monroe, a disc jockey, died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Funerals by McFarland, Monroe.

Corine Johnson, 68
LAKE PROVIDENCE — Corine Johnson, a homemaker, died Saturday. Services are 11 a.m. Friday at St. James AME Church, Lake Providence. Visitation is 2-6 p.m. today at Brannum Funeral Home, Lake Providence. Burial will be in Gaither Memorial Cemetery.

Jerry D. Jones, 78
MANGHAM — Jerry D. Jones, a retired car salesman, died Wednesday. Services are 10 a.m. Saturday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Rayville. Visitation is 5-7 p.m. Friday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Gwin Cemetery, Mangham.

Morton P. Levy Sr., 91
NICEVILLE, Fla. — Morton Philip Levy Sr., formerly of Bastrop, a retired International Paper Company employee, died Sunday. Services are 2 p.m. Friday at Golden Funeral Home, Bastrop. Visitation is 5-9 p.m. today at the funeral home. Burial will be in Memorial Park Cemetery, Bastrop.

Connor Lundy, 7
NEWELLTON — Connor Lundy, a student, died Friday. Services are noon Saturday at Newellton Elementary School. Visitation is 10 a.m. Saturday until service time at the school. Burial will be in Canton Cemetery, Newellton, under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville.

Dorian Lundy, 13
NEWELLTON — Dorian Lundy, a student, died Friday. Services are noon Saturday at Newellton Elementary School. Visitation is 10 a.m. Saturday until service time at the school. Burial will be in Canton Cemetery, Newellton, under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville.

Dylan Lundy, 12
NEWELLTON — Dylan Lundy, a student, died Friday. Services are noon Saturday at Newellton Elementary School. Visitation is 10 a.m. Saturday until service time at the school. Burial will be in Canton Cemetery, Newellton, under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville.

James 'Jim' McClung, 84
SAND SPRINGS, Okla. — James "Jim" McClung, formerly of West Monroe, a maintenance mechanic, died Sunday. Services are 11 a.m. today at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Visitation is 10 a.m. today until service time. Burial will be in Roselawn Memorial Gardens, Calhoun.

Ted R. McElroy, 56
Ted R. McElroy of Monroe, an electrician, died Monday. Services are 10 a.m. today at Clark Springs Baptist Church, West Monroe. Burial will be in the church cemetery under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

'Jeff' Odom, 30
Jeffery B. "Jeff" Odom, formerly of Hattiesburg, Miss., a restaurant manager, died June 26. Memorial services are 2 p.m. today at Christ Church, West Monroe. Arrangements are under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Essel Payton, 97
Essel Payton, a farmer, died Friday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at Morehouse Association Building, Bastrop. Visitation is 6-7 p.m. Friday at Tennant Funeral Home, Bastrop. Burial will be in Jerusalem Cemetery, Mer Rouge.

Roy W. Schmidt, 89
FREDRICKSBURG, Texas — Roy W. Schmidt, a retired chemist and chemical engineer with Dow Chemical Company, died Monday. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at Golden Funeral Home, Bastrop. Visitation is 5-7 p.m. Friday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Ingram Family Cemetery, Horseshoe Lake Road, Mer Rouge.

Robert Smith, 83
Robert Smith, died Wednesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Bastrop.

Dora Fife Weed, 77
HEBERT — Dora Fife Weed, a healthcare giver, died Wednesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Riser Funeral Home, Columbia.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED
Alexander, Jacoby: 2 p.m. Saturday, Carroll High School, Monroe.
Barber, Anthony Jerome: noon Saturday, New St. James Baptist Church, Monroe.
Bell, Effie Shiel: 11 a.m. today, Young's Funeral Home, Ferriday.
Clark, Bessie (Lady Stepper): 2 p.m. Monday, Progressive Baptist Church, Monroe.
Finister, Prince: 10 a.m. Saturday, Tried Stone Baptist Church, Monroe.
Greeley, Annie Mae: noon Saturday, Hester Central State Funeral Home, Monroe.
Jones, Levon: 11 a.m. today, Parkview Church of Christ, Monroe.
Kassow, Carla Davis: 2 p.m. Friday, Forest Lawn Cemetery, Ruston.
McDonald, Ludmilla Bellucci: 6 p.m. today, Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe.
Owens, Joseph Michael: 1 p.m. today, Northwest Veterans Cemetery, Keithville.
Smith, Billie Gordon: 1 p.m. today, Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.
Turnage, Darlene: 11 a.m. today, Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home, Winnsboro.
Williams, Erma: 11 a.m. Monday, True Vine Baptist Church, Monroe.

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

DORA FIFE WEED Riser Funeral Home Columbia, LA Services for Dora Fife Weed, age 77 of Hebert will be held at 11 AM, Saturday, July 5, 2008 from the Woolen Lake Church of God in Hebert with Rev. David Tabora and Rev. Don Wright offitiating. Interment will follow in the Etier Cemetery. Visitation will be Friday from 4 PM until 9 PM at the church. Mrs. Weed was born in Mangham on September 4, 1930 to the union of E. J. and Ethel Crawford Fife and died Wednesday, July 2, 2008 at the St. Francis Medical Center in Monroe. She was a heath care provider and a member of the Woolen Lake Church of God. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband: Earlbert Weed, Sr., and her brother: Willie Fife. Survivors include her son and daughter-in-law: Earlbert "Bo" and Diane Weed of Hebert, her daughter and son-in-law: Judy and Allen Maxwell of Hebert, her grandchildren: Nikki Clark and her husband: Coty of Hebert, Christy Carr and her husband: Eddie of Grayson, her great-grandchildren: Jeremiah Clark, Brooklyn Carr and Ethan Carr, her brothers: Van Fife and his wife: Betty of Hebert, her sister: Goldie Poole and her husband: Billy Joe of Hebert and her sister-in-law: Betty Jo Fife of Norman, OK and several nieces and nephews. Pallbearers will be Neal McGowan, Jason Maxwell, Randy Fife, Brian Fife, Keith Fife and Kenny Scott. Honorary pallbearers are Sonny Dyer, Dub Weed, Albert Scott, Eugene Vinson, Jimmy Strickland and Mike McGehee.

HELEN JACQUELINE JAMES HANKS Kilpatrick Funeral Homes Ruston, LA Funeral services for Helen Jacqueline James Hanks will be held Saturday July 5, 2008, at 2:30 PM at Trinity United Methodist Church in Ruston with Reverend Chris Andrews and Reverend Jerry Hilbun officiating. Visitation will be held at 1:00 PM Saturday prior to the service in the Fellowship Hall at Trinity United Methodist Church. Burial will be at Forest Lawn Cemetery under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Homes. Jackie died Wednesday, July 2, 2008 at her home in Ruston. She was born in Memphis, Tennessee on March 14, 1927 raised in El Paso, Texas and Ruston. She attended Stephens College in Columbia, Missouri and graduated from Southern Methodist University, in Dallas, Texas and where she was a member of Delta Delta Delta sorority. She is preceded in death by her grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. T.L. James Sr., her parents, Lewis and Helen James, her husband Hamp Hanks, and her sister, Laura James Hunt. She is survived by her four children Lewis Hanks, Austin, Texas, Bill Hanks, and wife Lynn, Plano, Texas, Buck Hanks and wife Martha, Baton Rouge, Louisiana, and Tracey Hanks, Ruston; grandchildren Ford, Whitney, Cannon, Gaines, and Shelby Hanks, two brothers-in-laws, Dock Hanks and wife Debbie and A.T. Hunt, Jr. and wife Sallie and nephews and their wives, Trott and Karen Hunt, Jimmy and Ann Hunt and their children. Her family wishes to extend sincerest gratitude to her many lifelong friends and acquaintances who remember her as unassuming, unpretentious, gracious, and fun-loving. One of Jackie's special pleasures was always helping others from all walks of life without need for recognition or acknowledgement. The oldest grandchild of T.L. and Maggie James, Jackie treasured her many aunts and uncles, her big family, and her church, Trinity United Methodist Church, to which she belonged her entire life. Pallbearers are Ford Hanks, Cannon Hanks, Gaines Hanks, Trotter Hunt, Jack Hunt, Cass Hunt, Jim Hunt, and Tommy Hunt. Honorary pallbearers are Buddy Napper, Bill Rogers, Bill Carter, Scotty Robertson, Mickey Mays, Joe Reeves, Pat Garrett, and Don Cochran. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that memorials be sent to Trinity Methodist Church, 1000 West Woodward Ave., Ruston, LA or Louisiana Methodist Children's Home, 901 South Vienna, Ruston, LA or a charity of your choice.

HELEN JACQUELINE JAMES HANKS Kilpatrick Funeral Homes Ruston, LA Funeral services for Helen Jacqueline James Hanks will be held Saturday July 5, 2008, at 2:30 PM at Trinity United Methodist Church in Ruston with Reverend Chris Andrews and Reverend Jerry Hilbun officiating. Visitation will be held at 1:00 PM Saturday prior to the service in the Fellowship Hall at Trinity United Methodist Church. Burial will be at Forest Lawn Cemetery under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Homes. Jackie died Wednesday, July 2, 2008 at her home in Ruston. She was born in Memphis, Tennessee on March 14, 1927 raised in El Paso, Texas and Ruston. She attended Stephens College in Columbia, Missouri and graduated from Southern Methodist University, in Dallas, Texas and where she was a member of Delta Delta Delta sorority. She is preceded in death by her grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. T.L. James Sr., her parents, Lewis and Helen James, her husband Hamp Hanks, and her sister, Laura James Hunt. She is survived by her four children Lewis Hanks, Austin, Texas, Bill Hanks, and wife Lynn, Plano, Texas, Buck Hanks and wife Martha, Baton Rouge, Louisiana, and Tracey Hanks, Ruston; grandchildren Ford, Whitney, Cannon, Gaines, and Shelby Hanks, two brothers-in-laws, Dock Hanks and wife Debbie and A.T. Hunt, Jr. and wife Sallie and nephews and their wives, Trott and Karen Hunt, Jimmy and Ann Hunt and their children. Her family wishes to extend sincerest gratitude to her many lifelong friends and acquaintances who remember her as unassuming, unpretentious, gracious, and fun-loving. One of Jackie's special pleasures was always helping others from all walks of life without need for recognition or acknowledgement. The oldest grandchild of T.L. and Maggie James, Jackie treasured her many aunts and uncles, her big family, and her church, Trinity United Methodist Church, to which she belonged her entire life. Pallbearers are Ford Hanks, Cannon Hanks, Gaines Hanks, Trotter Hunt, Jack Hunt, Cass Hunt, Jim Hunt, and Tommy Hunt. Honorary pallbearers are Buddy Napper, Bill Rogers, Bill Carter, Scotty Robertson, Mickey Mays, Joe Reeves, Pat Garrett, and Don Cochran. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that memorials be sent to Trinity Methodist Church, 1000 West Woodward Ave., Ruston, LA or Louisiana Methodist Children's Home, 901 South Vienna, Ruston, LA or a charity of your choice.

IN LOVING MEMORY OF STEVEN WAYNE WILSON, SR. August 28, 1960 - July 4, 2007 If tears could build a stairway and memories build a lane, I'd walk right up to heaven and bring you home again. We love you and miss you. Your loving wife and sons: Steve, Jr (Lucky), Joseph and Sunday Fay Wilson

JERRY D. JONES Mulhearn Funeral Home Rayville, LA Services for Mr. Jerry Devon Jones, 78, of Mangham, LA, will be held at 10 :00 AM Saturday, July 5, 2008 at Mulhearn Chapel with Rev. John Holdiness, Jr. and Rev. Troy J. Dennard officiating. Internment to follow in Gwin Cemetery Mangham, LA, under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home Rayville, LA. Mr. Jerry, as he was commonly referred to by friends, was a life long resident of Mangham. He was a car dealer for many years in Delhi and Rayville. He did a little of "everything" throughout his life including farming, cotton ginning and trucking. If you sat down to visit with him you never left without learning something or knowing that he knew something more about you that he always remembered. He was preceded in death by his parents H. T. and Eva Dee Jones, a daughter Rhonda Jones Stothart and a granddaughter Jessica VanMatre Schatz. He is survived by his son Bobby Jones and his wife Debbie of Mangham, LA; daughters, Stephanie VanMatre and her husband Barry of Denver, CO, and Rebecca Jones of New Light, LA; a sister, Sylvia Jones of Bossier City, LA; the mother of his children, Faye Jones of Sicily Island, LA. Known lovingly as "Daddy Boy", he is also survived by his grandchildren, Shady, Courtney, Lindsey, Kaitlyn, Rob and Will as well as two great grandsons Ben and Roman. Special note is made to Betty Cannon, Monroe, LA, his friend of many years. Pallbearers will be Richard Picou, Jr, Johnny Roy Lambert, Tommy Lowery, Wayne Lord, Rickey Donnell and Noble Ellington, Jr. Honorary pallbearers are Frank Bonner, E. D. Elmore, David Bell, Charles Tillman and Jimmy Logan. Visitation will be from 5:00-7:00 PM Friday and 9 :00 AM until service time Saturday at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to the charity of your choice. Online registry/condolence at www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com

OSBORNE BARTON Miller Funeral Home Monroe, LA Mr. Osborne Barton passed away on June 29, 2008 after a lengthy illness. Services will be held at Little Flower of Jesus Church at 11:00 AM on Saturday July 5, 2008. Services entrusted to Miller Funeral Home, Monroe, LA.

ROBERT (BOBBY) LEE CAMPBELL 7/4/1960-12/18/2006 Happy Birthday from your loving family

ROY W. SCHMIDT Golden Funeral Home of Bastrop Inc., Bastrop, LA Roy W. Schmidt passed away in Fredericksburg, Texas on June 30, 2008, at the age of 89. He was born and reared in Needville, TX by two loving parents, Anton B. Schmidt and Ida M. (Dippel) Schmidt. He is survived by his loving wife, LaVern (Skeet Ingram) Schmidt of Fredericksburg and Mer Rouge, LA; a son, Rodney D. Schmidt, MD, of Austin, TX; a daughter, Susan D. Smith of Highland Village, TX and her husband Stephen Smith; a step-son, David Ingram Burkett of Monroe, LA and his wife Sharon; a step-daughter, Colleen (Burkett) Brezden of Kerrville, TX and her husband Mike; and his wife's step-son, Bill Blythe of St. Augustine, FL; six grandchildren; Matthew Burkett and his wife Larissa Ruuskanen, PHD, of Fredericksburg, VA, Ashley Colleen Burkett of Long Beach, CA, Kristin Schmidt Kadar and her husband Misha of Midland, VA, Alyson Smith and her fiance` Nicholas Walz of Dallas, TX, Sarah E. Smith of Dallas, TX, and Katherine M. Schmidt of Austin, TX; one great grandchild, Finius Maxwell Burkett of Fredericksburg, VA. He is also survived by his sister, Esther I. Schmidt Beard of Guy, TX; five nieces, Donna Ingram Howie, Leslie Ingram Pope, Amelia Beard, Bonnie Beard and Rebecca Beard Junker; four nephews, Leslie Brent Ingram, Alton Earl Ingram, Jr., Sidney Beard and Tommy Beard; and with grand-nephews and grand-nieces. He was preceded in death by his parents, his sister, Edna Schmidt, and his beloved wife Trudy A. (Bushnell) Schmidt, the mother of his children, who passed away in 1971. Mr. Schmidt was a charter member of the Lake Jackson, TX, Church of Christ where he served as an elder for 20 years. He was also a charter member of the Lake Jackson Lions Club. He was a supporter of the Boy Scouts of America and was a director of the Youth Employment Organization. He was an avid grower of flowers in Lake Jackson and Fredericksburg, attended church services, served in the PTA activities, paid his bills on time and had time for his children and grandchildren. Mr. Schmidt received his Bachelor of Science degree in Chemistry from the University of Texas in 1941 and had a 41 year career as a Research and Development Chemist/Chemical Engineer with Dow Chemical in Freeport, TX, retiring in 1982. He was a member of the American Chemical Society for 62 years. Funeral services will be held Saturday, July 5, 2008 at 2 PM at the Golden Funeral Home in Bastrop, LA with David Ingram Burkett, of the Forsythe Avenue Church of Christ, officiating together with his son, Rodney Schmidt, MD. Interment follows at the Ingram Family Cemetery, Horseshoe Lake Road, Mer Rouge, LA. Prior to the above services, visitation will be held at Golden Funeral Home in Bastrop, LA on July 4, 2008, 5-7 PM. The family will thereafter receive guests at their home in Mer Rouge. Pallbearers are William Hayden, Jerry Clack, Billie Davenport, Tommy Rankin, Rev. Charlie McLain and Nelson Jones. Honorary pallbearer is Hayward Clack. The family requests that, for those desiring, memorial contributions be made to the Heart Foundation, Diabetes Foundation, the Youth Ministry at the Church of Christ, Fredericksburg, TX, or a charity of your choice.

SISTER EILEEN CORCORAN Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road Monroe, LA On Wednesday, July 2, 2008, Sister Eileen Corcoran, OSF, passed away at St. Francis Medical Center after serving more than seven decades as a Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady. "Sr. Eileen was a woman with strong faith and an ambassador for physicians. It was important to her to spend time with patients and staff just to hear their stories and their joys and to be a friend in time of need. Born on September 30, 1913 in Dromdeega, Ireland and one of six children, Sr. Eileen Corcoran joined seven other Franciscan sisters October 25, 1937 after setting sail from La Harve, France in route to the United States to begin a new life at the St. Francis Sanitarium, today's St. Francis Medical Center. Throughout her years of service, Sr. Eileen participated in many local nursing activities as a nurse and caregiver including serving a four-year term on the Board of the Louisiana State Nursing Association. " During her time at St. Francis, Sr. Eileen witnessed many changes in healthcare and watched as the hospital evolved while still preserving the rich heritage started in 1913 when the six original Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady sisters arrived in Louisiana. In 2000, Sr. Eileen retired from St. Francis Medical Center but continued to stay actively involved in the community and hospital. She spent her retirement by playing the piano and guitar, taking walks around the facility and providing "tender loving care" to her many cats that found solace in the Convent's courtyard. In 2004, Sr. Eileen celebrated 70 years of service with the Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady. Sr. Eileen is survived by her sister, Sr. Marie Edana Corcoran, OSF, a member of the Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady Order, three nieces Margaret, Mary and Chrissy, and her life-long friends and caregivers Sharon Burton, LaVerne Patrick, Louise Turner and Angela Jones. Visitation will be held on Friday, July 4, 2008 from 2 PM to 8 PM with a Rosary at 6 PM at the St. Francis Medical Center Chapel. A Mass of the Resurrection will be held on Saturday, July 5, 2008 at 11:00 AM in the St. Francis Medical Center Chapel with Bishop Michael Duca officiating. Interment will follow at St. Matthew Catholic Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home in Monroe, LA. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Franciscan Foundation c/o St. Francis Administration, P.O. Box 1901, Monroe, LA 71210 in honor of Sr. Eileen Corcoran. Pallbearers will be Darell LeBlanc, John Cameron, Tony 'Nino" Danna, Dr. Richard LeFebvre, Dr. Ran Phillips, and John Guerriero. Honorary pallbearers will be Bill Brandle, Colm. O'Mahoney, Sam Danna, Tony Danna, Dr. Charles Sampognaro, and Dr. Charles Morgan. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com

Alan Manwell Beavers, 22
Alan Manwell Beavers of Monroe, a warehouse man, died Sunday. Services are 3 p.m. Monday at Miller Funeral Home, Monroe. Visitation is 1-7 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens.

Nellie Caldwell, 56
FARMERVILLE — Nellie Caldwell, a cook, died Sunday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Farmerville.

Elbert L. Diffey, 85
Elbert L. Diffey of West Monroe, a heavy equipment operator, died Wednesday. Services are 11 a.m. today at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Visitation is 10 a.m. today until service time. Burial will be in Roselawn Memorial Gardens, Calhoun.

Pearlean Haynes, 54
LOS ANGELES, Calif. — Pearlean Haynes, formerly of Tallulah, a child caregiver, died June 27. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at East Star Baptist Church, Tallulah. Visitation is 9 a.m. Saturday until service time at the church. Burial will be in New Oakwood Cemetery, Fortune Fork, under the direction of Funerals by McFarland, Delhi.

Morton Philip Levy Sr., 91
BASTROP — Morton Philip Levy Sr., a retired technical director for International Paper Co., died Sunday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Golden Funeral Home, Bastrop. Burial will be in Memorial Park Cemetery.

John McHenry, 80
CLARKS — John McHenry, a farmer, died Thursday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Riser Funeral Home, Columbia.

Eugene Travis Milton, 77
TALLULAH — Eugene Travis Milton, an assistant principal and educator, died Wednesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Funerals by McFarland, Delhi.

Carolyn S. Morris, 63
SPEARSVILLE — Carolyn Joyce Scarborough Morris, a retired store manager, died Tuesday. Services are 3 p.m. Sunday at Mount Sterling Baptist Church, Bernice. Visitation is 5-7 p.m. today, 5 p.m. until Saturday and 8 a.m. Sunday until service time at the church. Burial will be in Liberty Cemetery, Linville, under the direction of Farrar Funeral Home, Farmerville.

Hazel Williams Parker, 89
WINNSBORO — Hazel Williams Parker, a homemaker, died Thursday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home, Winnsboro.

Mel Smith, 69
BASTROP — Mel Smith, a retired truck driver, died Wednesday. Graveside services are 10 a.m. Saturday at Memorial Park Cemetery, Bastrop. Visitation is 5-9 p.m. today at Golden Funeral Home, Bastrop.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED
Alexander, Jacoby: 2 p.m. Saturday, Carroll High School, Monroe.
Barton, Osborne: 11 a.m. Saturday, Little Flower of Jesus Catholic Church, Monroe.
Bryant, Ida: 11 a.m. Saturday, Triumph Baptist Church, Monroe.
Chin, Frances C.: 11 a.m. Saturday, Mount Pleasant Baptist Church, Wisner.
Clark, Bessie (Lady Stepper): 2 p.m. Monday, Progressive Baptist Church, Monroe.
Cole, Effie: 2 p.m. Sunday, Blooming Grove Baptist Church, Farmerville.
Corcoran, Sister Eileen: 11 a.m. Saturday, St. Francis Medical Center Chapel, Monroe.
Coryell, Lillie George: 10 a.m. today, Lapine Assembly of God Cemetery.
Crump, Jennie Reynolds: 10:30 a.m. Saturday, Synope Plantation, Columbia.
Finister, Prince: 10 a.m. Saturday, Tried Stone Baptist Church, Monroe.
Franklin, Evertice Chisley: 11 a.m. Monday, Hopewell Baptist Church, Mangham.
Greeley, Annie Mae: noon Saturday, Hester Central State Funeral Home, Monroe.
Hamilton, Bobbie Jean: 2 p.m. Saturday, First Baptist Church, Swayze Street, Monroe.
Jackson, Edna E.: 1 p.m. Saturday, Farmerville Recreation Center, Farmerville.
Johnson, Corine: 11 a.m. today, St. James AME Church, Lake Providence.
Jones, Jerry D.: 10 a.m. Saturday, Mulhearn Funeral Home, Rayville.
Kassow, Carla Davis: 2 p.m. today, Forest Lawn Cemetery, Ruston.
Lundy, Connor: noon Saturday, Newellton Elementary School, Newellton.
Lundy, Dorian: noon Saturday, Newellton Elementary School, Newellton.
Lundy, Dylan: noon Saturday, Newellton Elementary School, Newellton.
Payton, Essel: 1 p.m. Saturday, Morehouse Association Building, Bastrop.
Schmidt, Roy W.: 2 p.m. Saturday, Golden Funeral Home, Bastrop.
Williams, Erma: 11 a.m. Monday, True Vine Baptist Church, Monroe.

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

ERMA LEE WILLIAMS Miller Funeral Home Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mrs. Erma Lee Williams, 82, will be 11:00 AM Monday, July 7, 2008 at True Vine B.C. with Rev. Greg Oliver officiating. Interment will follow at J.S. Clark Cemetery under the direction of Miller Funeral Home. Visitation will be 1:00 PM until 6:00 PM Sunday, July 6, 2008, at Millers Funeral Home Chapel. Family Hour is from 5:00 PM until 6:00 PM. Mrs. Williams was born on April 11, 1926, and passed away on June 30, 2008. She worked in retail sales as a store manager for numerous years. She retired at the age of 75 from Family Stop Foods. Mrs. Williams was an usher and deaconess at True Vine B.C. She was also a member of the Sons and Daughters of Gaines Chapel B.C. Benevolent Society. She was preceded in death by her husband, Jesse Carl Williams; two brothers, Gilson and Ennis Menyweathers; and two grandsons, Reggie Menyweathers and Jon Abram. Survivors include five sons, James Aubrey, Jr., Joe Aubrey, Floyd Aubrey, Carl Williams, and Frederick Williams; three daughters, Bertha Menyweathers, Mattie A. Morehead, and Annie W. Booker; five stepchildren, Clevonease Johnson, Jessie Lee Beal, Vergie Scott, Alfred Williams, and Wanda W. Lambert; two sisters, Earnestine Maxwell and Florence Robinson; 30 grandchildren; 27 great-grandchildren; and 3 great-great grandchildren. A special thanks to Dr. Richard Smith, Jr., Christus St. Joseph's Home, and the fifth floor staff at St. Francis North.

GERALDINE GREENE CLEMENTS Kilpatrick Funeral Home Farmerville, LA Funeral Services for Mrs. Geraldine Greene Clements, age 86, of Farmerville, LA will be held on Saturday, July 5, 2008 at 3:00 PM at the First Baptist Church in Farmerville, LA with Rev. Kurt Auger and Rev. Woody Reeder officiating. Interment will follow at the Weldon Cemetery in Bernice, LA under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home in Farmerville, LA. Mrs. Clements was born on December 3, 1921 and passed away on July 3, 2008. She was a long time member of the First Baptist Church in Farmerville where she was active in the choir along with other areas of ministry. She was preceded in death by her husband, J.O. Clements. Mrs. Clements is survived by her children: Richard Clements of Shreveport, LA; Melody Taunton and husband, Tim of Ruston, LA; grandchildren: James Clements of Corpus Christi, TX; Sarah Clements of Shreveport, LA; and Audrey Taunton of Ruston, LA; sister: Truby Bromell of Shreveport, LA; brother: Van Greene of Shreveport, LA; special friend and Angel: Connie Ward; and numerous nieces, nephews, and other family and friends. Pallbearers will be: Caskey Terral, Royce Dyer, Troy Hinton, Jay McCallum, Zeke Tettleton, and Monte Thraikill. Honorary Pallbearers will be: Alan Woods, Marvin Prestridge, David Abernathy, and the deacons of First Baptist Church in Farmerville, LA. Visitation will be Saturday, July 5, 2008 from 1:00 PM utill time of service at First Baptist Church in Farmerville, LA. Memorials may be made to the First Baptist Church in Farmerville, LA or to the charity of choice. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com.

NELLIE BEATRICE FREEMAN Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral service for Mrs. Nellie Beatrice Freeman, 88, of West Monroe, LA will be held at 3:00 PM Sunday July 6, 2008 in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe with Dr. Greg Clark officiating. Interment will be in the Roselawn Memorial Gardens Cemetery in Calhoun, LA. Mrs. Freeman was born January 15, 1920 in Amite, LA to Simon Willis Linder and Ouida Augustine Terrell Linder. She passed away Tuesday July 2, 2008 at her home in West Monroe. Mrs. Freeman dedicated her life to the care of her family and the management of family businesses. She was a very accomplished seamstress and cook. Her children and grandchildren wore very stylish clothes that she designed. She often made her own patterns from pictures and descriptions of what each child wanted. She also did custom sewing for many other people. She created beautiful needlework that was considered a treasure to receive. She could also take the finest of ingredients or the barest of staples and create a delicious meal for all to enjoy. No one ever appeared at her house and left hungry. Mama was a woman of great moral character and dignity but at the same time was very humble and modest. She expected the same of others and tried to instill these traits in her children. Her strictness was tempered by a superb sense of humor that provided much laughter and entertainment for her family and got everyone through many situations that would have daunted others. Mrs. Freeman is preceded in death by her mother and father; husband of sixty years, Clifford J. "Peck" Freeman; three sisters, Dorothy Louise Linder, Louise Monteleon Smith, and Vivian Linder Hansen; two brothers, Willis Dewitt Linder and SFC Wallace Richard Linder; one daughter in-law, Maxie Mount Freeman and two great grandsons, Thomas Michael Freeman and PFC Ricky A. Morris, Jr. Survivors include her sister, Jessie E. Delamar; two sons, Wallace E. Freeman and wife Shirley and Robert W. Freeman; two daughters, Dorothy Freeman Blackstock and husband C.M. "Bill" and Judith A. Freeman all of West Monroe, LA; seven grandchildren, sixteen great grandchildren, one great great grandchild and one special caretaker, Sweetie. Pallbearers will be Johnny R. Freeman, David C. Lockard, Mahlon Blackstock, Robert E. Freeman, Max Morris, Casey Kent, Matthew C. Lockard and Clay Blackstock. Visitation will be from 5:00 PM until 9:00 PM Saturday at Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Memorials may be made to the Louisiana Baptist Children's Home or to the Family Promise of Ouachita in care of Cedar Crest Baptist Church. Online Registry/Condolences www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com

POLLY HAYE FARRAR FUNERAL HOME Farmerville, LA Funeral services for Mrs. Polly Haye, 75, of Rocky Branch will be held 2:00PM Monday at Crestview Baptist Church with Bro. Wayne Whiteside and Bro. Paul Carter officiating. Interment will be in the Rocky Branch Cemetery. Visitation will be 6:00-8:00PM Sunday at Crestview Baptist Church. Arrangements are under the direction of Farrar Funeral Home of Farmerville. Mrs. Haye, a homemaker, entered into her Heavenly Home on July 4, 2008. She is preceded in death by parents: Prentice and Nannie C. Smith. Survivors include her husband John Ed Haye; One son: Jerry Haye, one daughter and son-in-law: Venessa & Bimbo Chapman all of Rocky Branch. Three brothers: Coy Smith of Farmerville Charlie Smith of Farmerville Jimmy Smith of Marion One sister: Adina Miller of Marion. Two Grandchildren: Ashley and husband Chris Reeves & Casey and wife Ashley Chapman. Four Great Grandchildren: Tori, Luke, Madison & Ava. Several nieces, nephews and other relatives. Online messages may be sent to the family at www.farrarfh.com

Nellie Caldwell, 56
FARMERVILLE — Nellie Caldwell, a health care worker, died June 29. Services are 1 p.m. Monday at Woodlawn Baptist Church, Farmerville. Visitation is 6-8 p.m. Sunday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Farmerville. Burial will be in Gum Springs Cemetery.

Gordon Keith Copes, 57
OAK GROVE — Gordon Keith Copes, a construction worker, died Friday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Cox Funeral Home, Oak Grove.

Beanna Davis, 77
Beanna Davis of Monroe, a homemaker, died Tuesday. Services are 11 a.m. Monday at New St. John Baptist Church, Monroe. Visitation is 4-6 p.m. Sunday at Richardson Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens Cemetery, Monroe.

Vera L. Gales, 53
NEWELLTON — Vera L. Gales, a nurse's assistant, died Tuesday. Services are 1:30 p.m. Sunday at Paradise Baptist Church, Newellton. Visitation is 12:30-1:30 p.m. Sunday at the church. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Garden under the direction of Richardson Funeral Home, Winnsboro.

Eleanor Gilmore, 83
FORT NECESSITY — Eleanor Gilmore, a homemaker, died Friday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Gill First National Funeral Home, Winnsboro.

Jacqueline James Hanks, 81
RUSTON — Jacqueline James Hanks, a homemaker, died Wednesday. Services are at 2:30 p.m. today at Trinity United Methodist Church, Ruston. Visitation is from 1 p.m. until service time in the church's fellowship hall. Burial is in Forest Lawn Cemetery in Ruston under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Ruston.

Marlene McCaskill, 90
OAK GROVE — Marlene McCaskill, a homemaker, died Thursday. Graveside services are 2 p.m. Sunday at New Forest Cemetery, Forest, under the direction of Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Oak Grove.

Hazel Williams Parker, 89
WINNSBORO — Hazel Williams Parker, a homemaker, died Thursday. Services are 2 p.m. Sunday at Wayside Pentecostal Church, Winnsboro. Visitation is 5 p.m. today until service time Sunday at the church. Burial will be in Harris Cemetery under the direction of Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home, Winnsboro.

Chester Skipper, 57
RUSTON — Chester Skipper, a construction worker, died Thursday. Services are 2 p.m. Sunday at Church of the Apostles, Ruston. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. today at Owens Memorial Chapel Funeral Home, Ruston. Burial will be in Forest Lawn Cemetery, Ruston.

Luther N. Shackelford, 79
Luther N. Shackelford of West Monroe, a real estate realtor, died Wednesday. Services are 2 p.m. today at White's Ferry Road Church of Christ, West Monroe. Visitation is 1 p.m. until service time today at the church. Burial will be in Roselawn Memorial Gardens Cemetery, Calhoun, under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED
Alexander, Jacoby: 2 p.m. today, Carroll High School, Monroe.
Barber, Anthony Jerome: noon today, New St. James Baptist Church, Monroe.
Barton, Osborne: 11 a.m. today, Little Flower of Jesus Catholic Church, Monroe.
Beavers, Alan Manwell: 3 p.m. Monday, Miller Funeral Home, Monroe.
Bryant, Ida: 11 a.m. today, Triumph Baptist Church, Monroe.
Chin, Frances C.: 11 a.m. today, Mount Pleasant Baptist Church, Wisner.
Clark, Bessie (Lady Stepper): 2 p.m. Monday, Progressive Baptist Church, Monroe.
Cole, Effie: 2 p.m. Sunday, Blooming Grove Baptist Church, Farmerville.
Corcoran, Sister Eileen: 11 a.m. today, St. Francis Medical Center Chapel, Monroe.
Crump, Jennie Reynolds: 10:30 a.m. today, Synope Plantation, Columbia.
Finister, Prince: 10 a.m. today, Tried Stone Baptist Church, Monroe.
Franklin, Evertice Chisley: 11 a.m. Monday, Hopewell Baptist Church, Mangham.
Greeley, Annie Mae: noon today, Hester Central State Funeral Home, Monroe.
Hamilton, Bobbie Jean: 2 p.m. today, First Baptist Church, Swayze Street, Monroe.
Haynes, Pearlean: 11 a.m. today, East Star Baptist Church, Tallulah.
Jackson, Edna E.: 1 p.m. today, Farmerville Recreation Center, Farmerville.
Jones, Jerry D.: 10 a.m. today, Mulhearn Funeral Home, Rayville.
Lundy, Connor: noon today, Newellton Elementary School, Newellton.
Lundy, Dorian: noon today, Newellton Elementary School, Newellton.
Lundy, Dylan: noon today, Newellton Elementary School, Newellton.
Morris, Carolyn Joyce Scarborough: 3 p.m. Sunday, Mount Sterling Baptist Church, Bernice.
Payton, Essel: 1 p.m. today, Morehouse Association Building, Bastrop.
Schmidt, Roy W.: 2 p.m. today, Golden Funeral Home, Bastrop.
Smith, Mel: 10 a.m. today, Memorial Park Cemetery, Bastrop.
Williams, Erma: 11 a.m. Monday, True Vine Baptist Church, Monroe.

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

HETTIE A. DICKERSON Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road Monroe, LA Graveside services for Mrs. Hettie A. Dickerson, 96, of Monroe, will be held at 10:00 AM Monday, July 7, 2008, at Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery with Rev. Joe Solomon officiating under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Mrs. Dickerson was born August 2, 1911 and went home to be with her Savior on Friday, July 4, 2008. She was a member of Lea Joyner Memorial United Methodist Church since 1956. Mrs. Dickerson was a medical records insurance clerk for Glenwood Regional Medical Center when it first opened and later at St. Francis Medical Center for many years. She enjoyed crocheting and sending e-mails to her grandchildren. Mrs. Dickerson felt like God left her on Earth this many years to pray for her church members, her family, and her many friends. She was preceded in death by her husband, William Herman Dickerson. Survivors include her son, Herman Dickerson and wife Betty of Monroe, NC; daughter, Sarah (Jen) Kimball and husband R. W. of Monroe, LA; granddaughters, Michelle Dickerson Huffman and husband Mark of Monroe, NC, Candace Hart and husband Mark of Montego Bay, Jamaica, Paige Kimball Ricks and husband Rocky of Zachary, LA, Patreese Kimball Billhorn and husband Jeff of Greer, SC, and Christi Kimball Ramares and husband John of Nashville, TN; great grandchildren, Danielle Ricks Andre' and husband Ben , Sarah Jane and Harrison Billhorn, Shelby, Grant, Jack, and Michael Ramares, Sarah, Carmen, and Lily Huffman, Maya, Ethan, and Cameron Hart; great-great grandchild, Anna Claire Ricks-Boyd; numerous nieces and nephews; a faithful caregiver and friend, Amy Robinson; and dear friend, Huldia Elder. In lieu of flowers, the family request memorials be made to the Louisiana Methodist Children's Home or to the Louisiana Baptist Children's Home. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com

JOEL C. THOMASON Holley Gamble Funeral Home Clinton, TN Joel C. Thomason, age 93, of Clinton went home to be with the Lord, Thursday, July 3, 2008. Joel was born in Richland Parish in Louisiana on April 10, 1915 to the late John Spencer and Delula Sarah (Jones) Thomason. He served in the U.S. Navy and retired from Y-12 Laboratories in Oak Ridge, Tennessee in 1982. He was a member of First Baptist Church in Clinton, TN. Joel was a loving father who provided for his family and who always made time for each member, diligently calling family members, both near and far, to check on how they were. An avid outdoorsman, he enjoyed hunting, fishing and playing golf. He loved working in his garden and tending to his fruit trees and grape vines. As a LSU alumni, he kept up with all aspects of the LSU football program, particularly recruiting. Although, he was a devoted Tiger fan first and foremost, he supported the sports programs at the University of Tennessee. He was dearly loved and will surely be missed by his family and friends. In addition to his parents Joel is preceded in death by wife, Ruth R. Thomason; brothers, Henry Lewis, M.A., William Rufus, John Douglas, Thomas Aubrey, Albert C., and Archie N. Thomason; sisters, Bettie G. and Tinnie Pearl Thomason. He is survived by his daughters, Diana Thomason of Norris Frances E. Anderson & husband Grant of WI. His Son Robert H. Thomason & wife Linda of NV. Grandchildren, Mary Beth Anderson, Grant Anderson, Douglas Thomason, Jennifer Thomason & Ryan Thomason. Great Grandchildren. Brady and Hannah Jones, Austin, Jake and Rylee Anderson. Several nieces, nephews, host of other relatives and friends. The family would like to express their gratitude and heartfelt thanks to the staff at Golden Living Center-Windwood for their loving care. The family will receive friends 5:00-7:00 PM, Saturday, July 5, 2008 at Holley-Gamble Funeral Home with funeral services following in the chapel with Dr. Tom Lee officiating. The burial will be 4:00 PM, Sunday, July 6, 2008 at Anderson Memorial Garden. In lieu of flowers the family has requested donations be made to LSU Alumni Association, 3838 West Lakeshore Drive, Baton Rouge, LA 70808. Holley Gamble Funeral Home in Clinton, TN is in charge of all arrangements.

MR. JAMES H. PARNELL Kilpatrick Funeral Home Ruston, LA Funeral services for Mr. James H. Parnell, age 87, of Choudrant, LA will be held on Tuesday, July 8, 2008 at 10:00 AM in the chapel of Kilpatrick Funeral Home in Ruston with Rev. Bill Sanderson officiating. Burial will follow in the Sibley Cemetery under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home in Ruston, LA. Mr. Parnell was born on June 30, 1921 in the Sibley community and passed away on July 4, 2008 in Choudrant, LA. He was retired from the Lincoln Parish School Board as a bus driver, but most of his life was a self employed logger in the timber industry having worked for Ewing Timber. Following his retirement, he enjoyed fishing and tending his cows. Mr. Parnell was a member of the First Baptist Church in Choudrant, LA and was preceded in death by his parents: Algie Morton and Edith Parnell; wife: Joy Parnell; grandson: Josh Parnell; and sister: Maudie Mae Sanderson. He is survived by his wife: Frances Reneau Parnell; daughters: Penny Parnell and Carolyn Parnell both of Choudrant, LA; sons: Allen Parnell and wife, Traci of Choudrant, LA and Steve Parnell of San Francisco, CA; granddaughter: Katey Parnell of Choudrant, LA; special little boy: Jason Pool of Calhoun, LA; brothers: Clinton Parnell and wife Celess of West Monroe, LA, Jack Layne Parnell of Houston, TX, Gordie Ray "Jr." Parnell and wife Beverly of Dallas, TX, and brother in law: Jack Sanderson of Choudrant, LA; numerous nieces and nephews. Pallbearers will be Ragan Aswell, Steve Moore, Eddie Parnell, Jeff Pixley, Mark Hammons, and Keith Hammons. Visitation will be held on Monday, July 7, 2008 from 5:00- 8:00 PM at Kilpatrick Funeral Home in Ruston, LA. The family would like to express special thanks to Denise Moore, Barbara George, Opal Hammons, Sue Billberry, and the staff of Hospice of Caring Hearts for their loving care and attention shown to Mr. Parnell. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com.

MRS. SUSIE L. HODNETT Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mrs. Susie G. Hodnett, 88, of West Monroe, will be at 10:00AM on Monday, July 7, 2008, in the Chapel of the Kilpatrick Funeral Home of West Monroe with Rev. Buster Page officiating. Interment will follow in the Mt Vernon Baptist Church Cemetery under the direction of the Kilpatrick Funeral Home of West Monroe. Mrs. Hodnett was born July 14th, 1919, in Sicily Island, LA, the youngest daughter of the late Frank and Ludie Grayson, and passed away on Saturday, July 5th, 2008, in Shreveport, LA. A dedicated Christian who loved the Lord and was active in the Baptist church, she was a genteel lady who volunteered her support for youth activities at the Hal Sutton Children's Home and was a Worthy Matron of the OES. She was preceded in death by her husband of 40 years, Vernon Hodnett and by 6 brothers and 3 sisters. Survivors include her daughters, Christine Benson and husband, Chuck, Pauline Hall and husband, John; 3 sons, Alton Hodnett and wife, Carolyn, Gerald Hodnett and wife, Doris, and Vyron Hodnett and wife, Connie; sister, Josephine Grayson; brother, Willie B. Grayson; 15 grandchildren; and a number of great grandchildren and nieces and nephews. Grandsons will serve as active and honorary pallbearers. Visitation is Sunday evening, July 6, 2008, from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM at Kilpatrick Funeral Home of West Monroe. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com

Emmett Burch Sr., 93
SIMSBORO — Emmett Burch Sr. died Saturday. Graveside services are 10 a.m. Tuesday at Simsboro Cemetery under the direction of Rose-Neath Funeral Home, Arcadia.

Hettie A. Dickerson, 96
Hettie A. Dickerson, of Monroe, a retired medical records insurance clerk, died Friday. Graveside services are 10 a.m. today at Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Monroe.

Susie G. Hodnett, 88
Susie G. Hodnett, formerly of West Monroe, a retired restaurant manager, died Friday. Services are 10 a.m. today at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Burial will be in Mount Vernon Baptist Church Cemetery, West Monroe.

John Calvin McHenry, 80
CLARKS — John Calvin McHenry, a laborer, died Thursday. Services are 10 a.m. today at Riser Funeral Home, Columbia. Burial will be in Old Bethel Cemetery. Visitation is 8 a.m. until service at the funeral home.

Teresa M. Morgan, 59
TALLULAH — Teresa M. Morgan, a former sales clerk at Service Merchandise, died Sunday. Services are 10 a.m. Tuesday at Waverly Baptist Church, Waverly. Burial will be in Delhi Masonic Cemetery, Delhi, under the direction of Cox Funeral Home, Delhi. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. today at the church.

Orrin Murray, 90
CROWVILLE — Orrin Murray, a grocery store owner, died Sunday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Winnsboro.

Abbie Nealy, 58
JENA — Abbie Nealy, a homemaker, died Sunday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Riser Funeral Home, Columbia.

James Parnell, 87
CHOUDRANT — James Parnell, a logger, died Friday. Services are 10 a.m. Tuesday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Ruston. Burial will be in Sibley Cemetery, Sibley. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. today at the funeral home.

Mabel Carter Pipes, 94
RUSTON — Mabel Carter Pipes, a retired accountant, died Sunday. Graveside services are 10 a.m. Tuesday at Douglas Cemetery, Douglas, under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Ruston. Visitation is 5-7 p.m. today at the funeral home.

Mattie Pearl Ross, 77
Mattie Pearl Ross, of Monroe, unemployed, died Sunday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Smith Funeral Home.

Mildred Lagene Shockley, 81
OAK GROVE — Mildred Lagene Shockley, a telephone repair specialist for AT&T, died Sunday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Cox Funeral Home. Burial will be in Red Wing Cemetery. Visitation is 8 a.m. until service at the funeral home.

Carl Nelson Wright, 83
Carl Nelson Wright, of Monroe, a retired farmer, died Saturday. A private family service will be held at a later date under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Monroe.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED
Beavers, Alan Manwell: 3 p.m. today, Miller Funeral Home, Monroe.
Caldwell, Nellie: 1 p.m. today, Woodlawn Baptist Church, Farmerville.
Campbell, Violet Slater: 10:30 a.m. Tuesday in Garden of Memories, Winnfield.
Clark, Bessie (Lady Stepper): 2 p.m. today, Progressive Baptist Church, Monroe.
Davis, Beanna: 11 a.m. today, New St. John Baptist Church, Monroe.
Franklin, Evertice Chisley: 11 a.m. today, Hopewell Baptist Church, Mangham.
Green, Pinkie M.: 11 a.m. today, St. Timothy Baptist Church, Monroe.
Haye, Polly: 2 p.m. today, Crestview Baptist Church, Farmerville.
Kimp, Ruth Iola: 1 p.m. today, Mount Zion Baptist Church, Monroe.
Sullivan, Joe R.: 10 a.m. today, Epps Baptist Church, Epps.
Swanner, Joe Webb: 10 a.m. today, Southern Funeral Home Chapel, Jonesboro.
Williams, Erma: 11 a.m. today, True Vine Baptist Church, Monroe

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

MRS. CAROLYN REED HENDERSON Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mrs. Carolyn Reed Henderson, 79, will be held at 2:00 PM Tuesday, July 8, 2008 at Feazel Chapel in West Monroe with Rev. Mark Fenn officiating. Interment to follow in Hasley Cemetery under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home of West Monroe. Mrs. Henderson was born September 20, 1928 at Eupora, Mississippi, and died Saturday July 5, 2008 at her residence in West Monroe. She graduated from Drew High School in Drew, MS and received her B. S. Degree from Mississippi State College for Women in Columbus, MS. She was married to Dr. James M. Henderson for 57 years. They were longtime members of First Baptist Church of West Monroe where Mrs. Henderson was a member of the Mary-Martha Life Group. She was preceded in death by her parents, Aubrey Erwin Reed and Rena Howard Reed, and a brother Aubrey E. Reed, Jr. of West Monroe. Survivors include her husband Dr. James M. Henderson, daughter and son-in-law Corinne and Johnny Pace, son and daughter-in-law Jimmy and Sandy Henderson, son Al Henderson, four grandchildren, Bonnie Pace Patterson and husband Chris, Julie Pace, Lyndsay Henderson Turner and husband Shelby, Teddy Henderson, and great granddaughter, Summer Turner, and great grandson Samuel Turner. Pallbearers will be Joseph Lamar Maxwell III, James Maxwell, Steve Grayson, Tommy Miller, Chris Patterson, and David McGaugh. Visitation will be 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM Monday, July 7, 2008 at Kilpatrick Funeral Home in West Monroe. On-line condolences may be sent to www.kilpatrickfuneralhome.com

Emmett Burch Sr., 93
SIMSBORO — Emmett Burch Sr. died Saturday. Graveside services are 10 a.m. Tuesday at Simsboro Cemetery under the direction of Rose-Neath Funeral Home, Arcadia.

Hettie A. Dickerson, 96
Hettie A. Dickerson, of Monroe, a retired medical records insurance clerk, died Friday. Graveside services are 10 a.m. today at Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Monroe.

Susie G. Hodnett, 88
Susie G. Hodnett, formerly of West Monroe, a retired restaurant manager, died Friday. Services are 10 a.m. today at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Burial will be in Mount Vernon Baptist Church Cemetery, West Monroe.

John Calvin McHenry, 80
CLARKS — John Calvin McHenry, a laborer, died Thursday. Services are 10 a.m. today at Riser Funeral Home, Columbia. Burial will be in Old Bethel Cemetery. Visitation is 8 a.m. until service at the funeral home.

Teresa M. Morgan, 59
TALLULAH — Teresa M. Morgan, a former sales clerk at Service Merchandise, died Sunday. Services are 10 a.m. Tuesday at Waverly Baptist Church, Waverly. Burial will be in Delhi Masonic Cemetery, Delhi, under the direction of Cox Funeral Home, Delhi. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. today at the church.

Orrin Murray, 90
CROWVILLE — Orrin Murray, a grocery store owner, died Sunday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Winnsboro.

Abbie Nealy, 58
JENA — Abbie Nealy, a homemaker, died Sunday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Riser Funeral Home, Columbia.

James Parnell, 87
CHOUDRANT — James Parnell, a logger, died Friday. Services are 10 a.m. Tuesday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Ruston. Burial will be in Sibley Cemetery, Sibley. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. today at the funeral home.

Mabel Carter Pipes, 94
RUSTON — Mabel Carter Pipes, a retired accountant, died Sunday. Graveside services are 10 a.m. Tuesday at Douglas Cemetery, Douglas, under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Ruston. Visitation is 5-7 p.m. today at the funeral home.

Mattie Pearl Ross, 77
Mattie Pearl Ross, of Monroe, unemployed, died Sunday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Smith Funeral Home.

Mildred Lagene Shockley, 81
OAK GROVE — Mildred Lagene Shockley, a telephone repair specialist for AT&T, died Sunday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Cox Funeral Home. Burial will be in Red Wing Cemetery. Visitation is 8 a.m. until service at the funeral home.

Carl Nelson Wright, 83
Carl Nelson Wright, of Monroe, a retired farmer, died Saturday. A private family service will be held at a later date under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Monroe.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED
Beavers, Alan Manwell: 3 p.m. today, Miller Funeral Home, Monroe.
Caldwell, Nellie: 1 p.m. today, Woodlawn Baptist Church, Farmerville.
Campbell, Violet Slater: 10:30 a.m. Tuesday in Garden of Memories, Winnfield.
Clark, Bessie (Lady Stepper): 2 p.m. today, Progressive Baptist Church, Monroe.
Davis, Beanna: 11 a.m. today, New St. John Baptist Church, Monroe.
Franklin, Evertice Chisley: 11 a.m. today, Hopewell Baptist Church, Mangham.
Green, Pinkie M.: 11 a.m. today, St. Timothy Baptist Church, Monroe.
Haye, Polly: 2 p.m. today, Crestview Baptist Church, Farmerville.
Kimp, Ruth Iola: 1 p.m. today, Mount Zion Baptist Church, Monroe.
Sullivan, Joe R.: 10 a.m. today, Epps Baptist Church, Epps.Swanner,
Joe Webb: 10 a.m. today, Southern Funeral Home Chapel, Jonesboro.
Williams, Erma: 11 a.m. today, True Vine Baptist Church, Monroe.

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

VODKA This is too funny - I still have tears in my eyes! Finally, a chain letter that I don't mind forwarding. It's funny (don't break chain) A new priest at his first mass was so nervous he could hardly speak. After mass he asked the monsignor how he had done. The monsignor replied, 'When I am worried about getting nervous on the pulpit, I put a glass of vodka next to the water glass. If I start to get nerv ous, I take a sip.' So next Sunday he took the monsignor's advice. At the beginning of the sermon, he got nervous and took a drink. He proceeded to talk up a storm. Upon his return to his office after the mass, he found the following note on the door: 1) Sip the vodka, don't gulp. 2) There are 10 commandments, not 12. 3) There are 12 disciples, not 10. 4) Jesus was consecrated, not constipated. 5) Jacob wagered his donkey, he did not bet his ass. 6) We do not refer to Jesus Christ as the late J.C. 7) The Father, Son, and Holy Ghost are not referred to as Daddy, Junior and the spook. 8) David slew Goliath; he did not kick the shit out of him. 9) When David was hit by a rock and was knocked off his donkey, don't say he was stoned off his ass. 10)We do not refer to the cross as the 'Big T.' 11)When Jesus broke the bread at the last supper he said, 'Take this and eat it for it is my body.' He did not say 'Eat me'. 12)The Virgin Mary is not called 'Mary with the Cherry'.. 13)The recommended grace before a meal is not: Rub-A-Dub-Dub thanks for the grub, Yeah God. 14)Next Sunday there will be a taffy pulling contest at St. Peter's not a peter pulling contest at St. Taffy's. The Origination of this letter is unknown, but it brings good luck to everyone who passes it on. The one who breaks the chai n will have bad luck. Do not keep this letter. Do not send money just forward it to twelve of your friends to whom you wish good luck and a great laugh. You will see that something good happens to you four days from now if the chain is not broken

C.E. "EDDIE" WALPOLE Edmonds Funeral Home Jonesboro, LA Funeral services for C. E. "Eddie" Walpole, a purchasing agent for Smurfit-Stone Container, of Jonesboro will be held on Wednesday, July 9, 2008, at 11:00 AM at Hodge Baptist Church in Hodge, LA., with Rev. Norris Curry officiating. Burial will follow in the Fellowship Cemetery in Quitman, LA. Visitation will be held on Tuesday, July 8, 2008 at Edmonds Funeral Home in Jonesboro from 4:00-9:00 PM. Mr. Walpole passed away on Sunday, July 6, 2008 in Jena, LA. Born on February 7, 1936, he was 72. He is survived by his wife, Cindy Walpole of Jonesboro, LA. Two daughters, Suann Dycus and husband Joe D. of Sterlington, LA. Katie Reeves McNaughton and husband Dusty of Jonesboro, LA. One son, C. E. "Chuck" Walpole and wife Tammy of Jonesboro, LA. Father, W. A. "Wimp" Walpole of Jonesboro, LA. Two Brothers, Tom Walpole and wife Gayle of West Monroe, LA. Jim N. Walpole of New Orleans, LA Four Grandchildren, Ty Edward Dycus, Jake Holman Dycus, Claire Elizabeth Walpole, James Kaden Delane McNaughton Pallbearers will be, Gary Pullig, Doc Robinson, Eddie Langston, Billy Pipes, Charlie Pyles and Rex Johnson. Honorary pallbearers will be, Bud Smith, Woody McDonald, Shelton Moore, Mike Miles, Kenny Hobdy, Mike Brown, Claude McMillan, Crawford Reed and the Stepping Stones Sunday School Class. Services are under the direction of Edmonds Funeral Home in Jonesboro. You may view our website and send condolences at www.edmondsfuneralhome.com

LAVINIA B. ALLEN Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mrs. Lavinia B. Allen of Monroe, LA will be held at 10:00 AM Wednesday, July 9, 2008, in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe, with Rev. Warren Eckhardt of North Monroe Baptist Church officiating. Burial will be at 3:00 PM Wednesday in Sallis, MS. Mrs. Allen was born November 30, 1924, in Blackstone, VA, and went to be with her heavenly Father and Savior on Monday, July 7, 2008. She was a long-time member of Trinity Presbyterian Church in Jackson, MS, and worked for 25 years as manager of Town and Country Cleaners on Canton Mart Road in Jackson. Mrs. Allen was devoted to her family, meeting the challenges of life with grace and gleaning joy from the simple things of life. She was preceded in death by her husband of 53 years, Grover N. Allen. Survivors include her daughter, Dianne A. Graham and husband Michael F. Graham of Monroe, LA; her son, Robert N. Allen of Greenwood, MS; five grandchildren, Michael A. Graham and wife Jennifer, Lauren G. Bailey and husband Mike, all of Monroe, LA, Melanie Bonds and husband Mark of Birmingham, AL, Beverly Allen of Greenwood, MS, and Grover Allen of Vicksburg, MS; great- grandchildren, Beau and Katie Bailey, Caroline and Lauren Graham, Tara Bonds, and Sierra Allen; one sister, Jane Daniel and husband Tommy of Blackstone, VA; and numerous nieces and nephews. Visitation will be Wednesday from 9:00 AM until service time at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Special gratitude is given to Mrs. Allen's long-time caregivers: Melba Moore, Gwen Hollins, Dianne Handy, Virginia Johnson of Monroe, LA, and Vanessa Atkinson of Jackson, MS. These ladies were not only Christian caregivers but also friends and companions who lovingly watched over her and gave her comfort and joy in her last nine years. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com

Jeanette Holmes Babin, 90
ALEXANDRIA — Jeanette Holmes Babin died Saturday. Services are 11 a.m. Wednesday at St. Gerard's Catholic Church, Jonesville. Visitation is 5-7 p.m. today with a rosary at 7 p.m. at Young's Funeral Home, Jonesville. Burial will be in Greenwood Cemetery, Pineville.

William Brogdon, 55
NEW YORK, N.Y. — William A. Brogdon, formerly of Bastrop, a bus driver, died Sunday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Bastrop.

Juanita Brown, 71
TALLULAH — Juanita Brown died June 28. Memorial services are 11 a.m. Wednesday at St. John Missionary Baptist Church, Tallulah, under the direction of Beckwith Golden Gate Funeral Home, Tallulah.

Emmett Burch, 91
SIMSBORO — Emmett Burch, a pipeline laborer, died Saturday. Graveside services are 4 p.m. today at Simsboro City Cemetery. Visitation is 1-3 p.m. today at Owens Memorial Chapel Funeral Home, Ruston.

Allexous R. Cage, 9
Allexous R. Cage of West Monroe, a student, died June 27. Services are 2 p.m. Wednesday at Blooming Grove Baptist Church, Farmerville. Visitation is 2-5 p.m. today at Tennant Funeral Home, Farmerville. Burial will be in Farmerville City Cemetery.

Birdie W. Fragala, 87
Birdie W. Fragala of Monroe, a retired high school librarian, died Monday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe.

Carolyn Henderson, 79
Carolyn Henderson of West Monroe, a retired schoolteacher, died Saturday. Services are 2 p.m. today at First Baptist Church, Feazel Chapel, West Monroe. Visitation is 1 p.m. until service time at the church. Burial will be in Hasley Cemetery, West Monroe, under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

John Hose, 61
LAKE PROVIDENCE — John Hose, a roofing contractor, died Monday. Services are noon Saturday at Brannum Funeral Home, Lake Providence. Visitation is 2-6 p.m. Friday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Good Samaritan Cemetery, Lake Providence.

Otha Mae Kennedy, 74
WATERPROOF — Otha Mae Kennedy, a homemaker, died Saturday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville.

Cleo Ester Merritt, 86
OAK GROVE — Cleo Ester Merritt, a homemaker, died Monday. Services are 2 p.m. Wednesday at Macedonia Baptist Church, Oak Grove. Visitation is 4-9 p.m. today at the church. Burial will be in Macedonia Cemetery, Oak Grove, under the direction of Cox Funeral Home, Oak Grove.

Penny Miller, 86
Penny Miller of Monroe, a retired waitress, died Thursday. Services are 10 a.m. today at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Antioch Cemetery, Eros.

Abbie James Nealy, 58
JENA — Abbie James Nealy, a homemaker, died Sunday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Riser Funeral Home, Columbia. Visitation is 9 a.m. until time of services at the funeral home. Burial will be in Columbia Hill Cemetery.

Josephine Perkins, 74
ST. JOSEPH — Josephine Perkins, a homemaker, died Sunday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville.

Xantavia Phillips, 23
FORT WORTH, Texas — Xantavia M. Phillips, formerly of Rayville, died June 29. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville.

Juanita Rainey, 58
OLLA — Juanita Rainey, an insurance salesperson, died Saturday. Services are 10 a.m. today at Pleasant Grove Baptist Church, Jonesville. Burial will be in Heard Cemetery under the direction of Young's Funeral Home, Jonesville.

Bill Ramer, 62
Bill Ramer of Monroe, a welder, died June 15. Graveside services are 10 a.m. Thursday at Christ Church Cemetery, Bastrop, under the direction of Cox Funeral Home, Bastrop.

Adriel S. Reynolds, 67
BASTROP — Adriel Serpas Reynolds, a registered nurse, died Sunday. The funeral is at 4 p.m. Thursday at St. Joseph Catholic Church, Bastrop. A rosary is at 1 p.m. Thursday at the church. Visitation is from 2 p.m. until time of service at the church. Burial is in Catholic Cemetery in Bastrop. Cox Funeral Homes of Bastrop is in charge of arrangements.

'Eddie' Walpole, 72
JONESBORO — C.E. "Eddie" Walpole, a Smurfit-Stone purchasing agent, died Sunday. Services are 11 a.m. Wednesday at Hodge Baptist Church. Visitation is 4-9 p.m. today at Edmonds Funeral Home, Jonesboro. Burial will be in Fellowship Cemetery, Quitman.

'Matt' Yarbrough, 25
ARKADELPHIA, Ark. — Matthew "Matt" Yarbrough died Saturday. Services are 1 p.m. Wednesday at Third Street Baptist Church, Arkadelphia. Visitation is 6-8 p.m. today at Ruggles-Wilcox Funeral Home, Arkadelphia. Burial will be in Rest Haven Memorial Gardens.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED
Burch Sr., Emmett: 10 a.m. today, Simsboro Cemetery, Simsboro.
Campbell, Violet Slater: 10:30 a.m. today, Garden of Memories, Winnfield.
Morgan, Teresa M.: 10 a.m. today, Waverly Baptist Church, Waverly.
Parnell, James: 10 a.m. today, Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Ruston.
Pipes, Mabel Carter: 10 a.m. today, Douglas Cemetery, Douglas

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

BETTY GRANT HODGES Riser Funeral Home Columbia, La. 71418 Services for Mrs. Betty Grant Hodges age 65 of Grayson will be held 10:00AM Thursday July 10, 2008 from the chapel of Riser Funeral Home with Father Dwight DeJesus officiating. Interment will follow in the Lowe Cemetery at Kelly. Visitation will be Wednesday from 4:00 PM until 9:00 PM with a rosary at 7:00 PM at Riser Funeral Home, 7131 Hwy 165, Columbia. Betty Elva Grant Hodges was born on July 24, 1942 at Kelly, LA to the union of Ray Veston and Carmen Duck Grant and died Monday, July 7, 2008 at Glenwood Regional Medical Center in West Monroe. Survivors include her sons; Mark Hodges and wife: Mary Jo of Grayson, James Hodges of Texas, her daughter-in-law: Beverly Hodges of Jackson, MS, nine grandchildren and ten great-grand children, her sisters: Mary Ann Martin of Kelly, Melba Strange of Columbia and Faye Krueger of Grayson. Pallbearers include Chris Strickland, Chris Wheeler, John Hodges, John Holliday, Nicholas Phillips, and Michael Hodges. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband: Jimmy Hodges and her son: Aaron Hodges. You may send online condolences at www.riserfuneralhomes.com

BIRDIE LOUISE WHITE FRAGALA Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mrs. Birdie Louise White Fragala, 87, of Monroe, will be held at 10:00 AM Thursday, July 10, 2008, at Jesus the Good Shepherd Catholic Church with Msgr. Edmund Moore officiating. Interment will follow in Christ Church Cemetery in Bastrop, LA under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Birdie was born January 7, 1921 in Jones, LA and grew up in Morehouse Parish. She graduated from Louisiana Tech and began a thirty year career in education. She married Frank Fragala in April, 1944 and they moved to Eunice, LA. After moving to Monroe in 1953, she worked in the college library and then at West Monroe High School after which she and Frank both retired. The two of them had many hobbies and activities including volunteering at Strauss Theatre. She remained active after Frank's death volunteering at Grace School Library. Birdie is survived by her son, David and Pat Fragala; daughters, Claire and Kendall Griggs, and Gina and David Kennedy. Grandchildren surviving her are Kyle (Amie) Fragala, Lauren (Vinny) Dauge, April (Billy) Holland, Sarah Williams, Amanda Williams, Rachel (Andrew) Welsh, and Michael Kennedy; also great-grandchildren Kylie and Kelsey Fragala, Vincent and Dominic Dauge, and Cole Holland. She is survived by a sister, Pauline Robinson; and brother, James and Jane White. She was predeceased by Frank, her husband of fifty years, and one brother, David M. White. Pallbearers will be grandsons and family. Visitation will be Wednesday from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM and a Vigil Wake Service at 6:00 PM at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. The family would like to thank all her doctors and nurses at St. Francis Hospital who took care of her with such care. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com

GEORGE EDWARD DESSER Kilpatrick Funeral Home Ruston, LA Funeral services for Mr. George Edward Desser will be held at 10:00 A.M. Thursday July 10, 2008 at St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church in Ruston. Officiating the service will be Rev. Gary Bernhart O.F. M. Interment will follow at Roselawn Cemetery in Junction City, AR. under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home in Ruston. Mr. Desser was born October 23, 1931 and passed away July 6, 2008 following a lengthy illness. Mr. Desser was a member of the St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church in Ruston. He was preceded in death by his parents Walter and Gertrude Desser. He is survived by his beloved wife, Billie Desser of Ruston; children: Danna Lee Grimm and husband Rick of Leesburg, VA., Ray Desser and wife Jules of Jacksonville, FL., and Jay Desser and wife Lori also of Jacksonville, FL.; grandchildren: Annalese and Eric Grimm, Sean, Brittaney and Danielle Desser, and Chris; sister: Marilyn Pankratz of New Orleans, LA; brothers: Tom Desser and wife Jane of Edmond, OK and Jim Desser of Redington Beach, FL; and numerous nieces, nephews and friends. Pallbearers will be Erfkin Lindsey, John Pankratz, Felix Ifeany, George Smelfer, Fred Hamilton and Herman Manuel. Memorial may be made to St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church Building Fund, or the charity of donor's choice. Visitation will be from 5:00 P.M. to 7:00 P.M Wednesday July 9, 2008 at Kilpatrick Funeral Home in Ruston. On line condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneal homes.com

HARDY N. LEWIS Kilpatrick Funeral Homes West Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mr. Hardy N. Lewis, age 96, will be 11:00 AM, Thursday, July 10, 2008 at the Pentecostal of the Twin Cities in West Monroe. Rev. Mark Foster and Rev. Fred Foster will officiate. Interment will follow in Twin Cities Memorial Garden Cemetery under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Homes of West Monroe. Hardy Lewis, age 96, died on July 8, 2008 following a short illness. He was born October 28, 1911 in Eros, Louisiana to the late Alphonse and Beulah Lewis. Mr. Lewis was preceded in death by his wife Letha Spillers Lewis and oldest son Charles MaxVan Lewis. He is survived by six children, Glen Lewis and wife Rose Marie of Conroe, Texas; Letha Laverne Huber of Houston, Texas, Rev. Roger Lewis and wife Rosalee of Mobile, Alabama; Nathan Lewis of Avinger, Texas; Faye Lewis Keith and husband Raymond of Friendswood, Texas; Billy Ray Lewis and wife Evelyn of West Monroe, Louisiana and Mary Ann Lewis (wife of deceased Charles MaxVan Lewis) of Houston, Texas. He is survived by one sister, Exie Phillips of Eros, Louisiana. There are 22 Grandchildren and 29 Great Grandchildren. Pallbearers will be Grandchildren of Mr. Lewis. Visitation will be 6:00 PM until 9:00 PM, Wednesday July 9, 2008 at Kilpatrick Funeral Home in West Monroe and Thursday, July 10, 2008 at The Pentecostals of the Twin Cities after 10:00 AM until services. Online condolence messages may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com.

LOYD W. BROWN FARRAR FUNERAL HOME Farmerville, LA. Mr. Loyd W. Brown "Dagwood" owner of Brown's Vacuum Truck Service, worked in the oil and gas field for many years in Texas, Oklahoma, and Alabama, before finally settling in Sterlington, LA. He was born on March 14, 1932, and passed away on July 7, 2008. Graveside services will be held at 10:00 AM Thursday , July 10, 2008 at Promise Land Cemetery near Farmerville with Rev. Dennis Hackler officiating. Visitation will be from 5:00-8:00 PM Wednesday, July 9, 2008 at Farrar Funeral Home in Farmerville. He was preceded in death by his parents: Grace LaForce and Jack Brown; and one son David A. Brown. Survivors include his wife of 57 years Doris M. Brown, daughter, Sue Pitarro, of Sterlington. Sons, John & Teresa Brown of Sterlington. Don & Stacye Brown of Monroe. Grandchildren: Cammy Cormier and husband Jamie, Chad Pitarro, Jake Brown and wife Carla, Wendy Aufdenspring and husband Steve, Jennifer Brown and fiancée Brad Colquette, Ashton Brown and Fiancée Kenny Thompson, Dave Brown and Jonathan Brown. Step grandchildren, Jake and Olivia Armand. Two great granddaughters, Courtney Cormier and McKenzie Brown. Sisters, Loyce Thomson of Royce City, Texas. Joyce Lucas and husband Billy of Kingston, OK. Nelly Brown of Bowie, Texas. Brothers, Orvin LaForce and wife Mercedes of Mt. Vernon, Texas. Wayne LaForce and wife Connie of Olathe, KS. Bill Brown of Bowie, Texas Grandsons and grandson-in-laws will serve as pallbearers. Online messages may be sent to the family at www.farrarfh.com.

REV. CHARLES H. HENDERSON Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral services for Rev. Charles Hubert Henderson, 79, of West Monroe, LA will be at 10:00 AM Thursday July 10, 2008 at Revival Campground Church with Rev. Stanton Groan officiating. Interment will follow at Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery in Monroe, LA under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Rev. Henderson was the founding pastor of Revival Campground Church where he served for over 40 years. He also was very active in the grocery business and he specifically loved the meat department with his butcher skills that he learned from his father. Rev. Charles is preceded in death by his wife, Mary Sue Henderson and his son, Michael Henderson. Survivors include sisters, Joyce Mathenia of Imperial, Missouri and Mary Ann Rogers of San Springs, Oklahoma; brother, Edward Ray Henderson of Dallas, Texas; step son, James Franklin; and numerous nieces and nephews. Pallbearers will be the Men of the Revival Campground Church. Visitation will be from 3:00 PM until 8:00 PM Wednesday at Revival Campground Church. Online Condolences/Registry: www.mulhearnfuneral home.com

Kristie Malone Barker, 41
EL DORADO, Ark. — Kristie Malone Barker formerly of Haynesville, a homemaker, died Friday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Farmerville.

Elizabeth 'Beth' Brown, 90
RUSTON — Elizabeth "Beth" Costanza Brown, a nurse, died Friday. Graveside service is at 3 p.m. Sunday at Unionville Cemetery in Dubach. Visitation is from 1-2 p.m. Sunday at Owens Memorial Chapel Funeral Home, Ruston.

Kyle Gealen Gimler, 33
Kyle Gealen Gimler of Monroe, a carpenter, died Wednesday. Visitation is 5-6 p.m. Tuesday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Additional arrangements are incomplete.

Otha Mae Kennedy, 74
WATERPROOF — Otha Mae Kennedy, a homemaker, died July 5. Services are noon today at Myrtle Grove Baptist Church, Waterproof. Burial will be in Oakwood Cemetery under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville.

Timothy 'T.C.' Martin, 61
DOWNSVILLE — Timothy "T.C." Martin, a retired motor winder, died Thursday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Downsville Baptist Church. Visitation is 1 p.m. until service time today at the church. Burial will be in Downsville Cemetery under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Margie Hanes Parker, 83
Margie Hanes Parker of West Monroe, a housewife, died Friday. Services are 11 a.m. Monday at First Assembly of God, West Monroe. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Sunday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Burial will be in Mount Vernon Cemetery.

Faye Saterfiel, 93
Faye Saterfiel of West Monroe, a homemaker, died Wednesday. Services are 11 a.m. today at Conway Baptist Church near Farmerville. Burial will be in Conway Cemetery under the direction of Farrar Funeral Home, Farmerville.

Randy Self, 50
STERLINGTON — Randy Self, owner of Dixie Cleaners, died Wednesday. Services are 11 a.m. today at Pentecostals of the Twin Cities, West Monroe. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Yvonne Stripling, 79
MARION — Yvonne Stripling, a retired nurse's aide, died Thursday. Services are 4 p.m. today at Haile Baptist Church. Visitation is 4:30 p.m. today until service time Saturday at the church. Burial will be in Liberty Cemetery near Linville under the direction of Farrar Funeral Home, Farmerville.

Eva Thomas, 63
JONESVILLE — Eva Thomas, a retired Smurfit-Stone Container employee, died Tuesday. Services are 1 p.m. Monday at New Galilee Baptist Church, Jonesboro. Visitation is 6-7 p.m. Sunday at Paradise Funeral Home, Jonesboro. Burial will be in Brown Grove Cemetery, Jonesboro.

Carolyn Faye Stamper Toney, 53
Carolyn Faye Stamper Toney of Monroe, a custodian, died Monday. Services are 2 p.m. Wednesday at St. Peter's Baptist Church, Monroe. Visitation is 2-5 p.m. Tuesday at Miller Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Brownville Baptist Church Cemetery, Columbia.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED
Brown, Louise: noon today, First Baptist Church, Rayville.
Brown, Ricky Benard: 11 a.m. today, Ackland Creek Church, Jonesville.
Cyrus, Josie Mae "Sue": 10 a.m. today, Truevine Baptist Church, Monroe.
Fentress, Laura: 2 p.m. today, Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.
Graham, Bertha Kelly: 1 p.m. today, Evergreen Baptist Church, Lake Providence.
Hose, John: noon today, Brannum Funeral Home, Lake Providence.
Jones, Ebbie Lee Williams: 11 a.m. today, St. Peter Baptist Church, Ruston.
Jones, George: 1:30 p.m. today, New Hopewell Baptist Church, Bernice.
Milton Jr., Eugene Travis: noon today, Madison High Auditorium, Tallulah.
Nolan, Freddy M.: 10 a.m. today, Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Farmerville.
Perkins, Josephine: 11 a.m. today, St. John Baptist Church, St. Joseph.
Phillips, Xantavia M.: 2 p.m. today, Macedonia Missionary Baptist Church, Rayville.
Pickens, Hattie: 11 a.m. today, Hester Central State Funeral Home, Monroe.
Richard, Gracie: 1 p.m. today, Bright Oak Baptist Church, Monroe.
Ross, Mattie Pearl: 11 a.m. today, New St. James Baptist Church, Richwood.
Spence, Garland "Goat": 2 p.m. today, Owens Memorial Chapel Funeral Home, Ruston.
Sullivan, Judge: 10 a.m. today, Rose-Neath Funeral Home, Arcadia.
Sweeney, Helen Lawanda "Wanda": 10 a.m. today, Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Oak Grove

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

EDWARD FRANK 'BUD' BONNER Cox Funeral Home Bastrop, LA Edward Frank 'Bud' Bonner passed away July 7, 2008 at M.D. Anderson Medical Center in Houston, TX. after a brief illness at the age of 63. Bud is survived by his wife of 40 years, Carol Buffaloe Bonner, one daughter, Tracey Ann Bonner, one son, William Douglas 'Billy' Bonner, two grandsons, Liam and Blake Bonner, two brothers, William Patrick 'Pat' Bonner and wife Betty, Joseph Douglas 'Doug' Bonner and wife Sharon, two sisters, Anne Bonner Beaver and Barbara Bonner Crawford and husband Pete. Funeral services will be 2:00 PM Friday, July 11, 2008 at Cox Funeral Home of Bastrop. Visitation will be Thursday evening from 5:00 PM till 8 PM and Friday from 11:00 AM till 2:00 PM at the funeral home.

GEORGE EDWARD DESSER Kilpatrick Funeral Home Ruston, LA Funeral services for Mr. George Edward Desser will be held at 10:00 A.M. Thursday July 10, 2008 at St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church in Ruston. Officiating the service will be Rev. Gary Bernhart O.F. M. Interment will follow at Roselawn Cemetery in Junction City, AR. under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home in Ruston. Mr. Desser was born October 23, 1931 and passed away July 6, 2008 following a lengthy illness. Mr. Desser and his father opened the first free standing Kentucky Fried Chicken store in Florida. He was also owner for several years of Bernard's Steak House in Monroe, LA. Mr. Desser was a member of the St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church in Ruston. He was preceded in death by his parents Walter and Gertrude Desser. He is survived by his beloved wife of 40 years of marriage , Billie Desser of Ruston; children: Danna Lee Grimm and husband Rick of Leesburg, VA., Ray Desser and wife Jules of Jacksonville, FL, and Jay Desser and wife Lori also of Jacksonville, Fla.; grandchildren: Annalese and Eric Grimm, Sean, Brittaney and Danielle Desser, and Chris; sisters: Marilyn Pankratz of New Orleans, LA, Jeanette Simonson of Louisville, CO; brothers: Tom Desser and wife Jane of Edmond, Okla and Jim Desser of Redington Beach, FL; and numerous nieces, nephews and friends. Pallbearers will be Erskin Lindsey, John Pankratz, Felix Ifeany, George Smelser, Fred Hamilton and Herman Manuel. Memorial may be made to St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church Building Fund, or the charity of donor's choice. Visitation will be from 5:00 P.M. to 7:00 P.M Wednesday July 9, 2008 at Kilpatrick Funeral Home in Ruston. On line condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfunealhomes.com

IDA MONTY ADAMS Riser Funeral Home Columbia, LA Services for Ida Monty Adams, age 93 of Columbia will be 10:00 AM Friday, July 11, 2008 at First Baptist Church in Columbia with Rev. Eric Harriman officiating. Interment will follow at Columbia Hill Cemetery under the direction of Riser Funeral Home. Visitation will be Thursday, July 10, 2008 from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM at First Baptist Church in Columbia and Friday, July 11, 2008 from 8:00 AM until time of service. Ida Adams was born in Friars Point, MS on April 7, 1915 to the union of Italian immigrants, Hilarius "Eli" and Josephine Barbieri Montaguti of Bologna, Italy, and passed away Tuesday, July 8, 2008 at Caldwell Memorial Hospital in Columbia. Mrs. Adams was a graduate of San Antonio Chiropractic College. Her husband and she moved to New Orleans and established a chiropractic clinic there. While living there she attended Mid City Baptist Church and there accepted Christ. In 1956, she and her husband relocated to Columbia where she became very active at First Baptist Church, serving on various committees including her favorite, the flower committee. She also taught Sunday school for several decades and was a faithful servant and prayer warrior. She was active in community and civic organizations including the Council on Aging, Senior Olympics, Mental Health Association and served as past president of the Caldwell Parish Garden Club, where her passion for flower arranging won her numerous outstanding awards. She also worked for many years in retail business in Columbia. She was preceded in death by her parents, her beloved husband of 38 years, Maurice Jackson Adams, and nine brothers and sisters. Survivors include her son; Monty Adams and his wife, Janine, grandson; Monty Adams Jr. and his wife, Kim, granddaughter; Amy Flint and her husband, Russell,great granddaughter;Andie Janine Flint, sister-in-law, Marie P. Adams all of Columbia and several nieces and nephews. In addition, she leaves two very special friends in her caregivers, Evelyn Griffin and Agnes Butler. Pallbearers are Monty Adams, Jr., Russell Flint, Peter Adams, J. Blake Adams, Jr., Curtis Adams and Gary Richardson. Her love of flowers was surpassed only by her love of God, family and friends. Any planned memorials may be made to First Baptist Church of Columbia. Online condolences may be made at www.riserfuneralhomes.com

KYLE THOMAS BUFFINGTON Rose-Neath Funeral Home Minden, LA Funeral services will be held for Kyle Thomas Buffington, at 10 AM, on Friday July 11, 2008, at First Assembly of God. Rev. Russell Snider will officiate. Interment will follow at the Gardens of Memory cemetery. The family will receive friends at the church from 5:00 to 8:00 PM, Thursday July 10, 2008. Kyle was born February 12, 1995. He entered into rest July 7, 2008. He was preceded in death by his Grandmother, Cheryl Roshto Osbon, Great-grandfather, Alfred Thural Buffington, Great-grandmother Gladys Madeline Roshto. Kyle is survived by his Mother, Dr. Ashley Buffington of Minden, Father, Todd Buffington of Minden, Paternal grandparents, Billie Marie and Greg Nolan of Bastrop, Maternal grandparents James Edward Osbon of Haughton, Paternal great-grandparents, Dorothy, Geneva & Milford Harper of Bastrop, Maternal grandparents-Eugene Debs Roshto of Bossier City, Brothers Nathen James Buffington, Aaron Todd Buffington, Joseph Eugene Buffington, and Jordan Michael Buffington all of Minden, Aunts and Uncles Erik Hayes and wife Shannon of Spring, Texas, Chad Osbon and wife Lisa of Haughton, Megann Hayes of Shreveport, Kevin Osbon and wife Laura of Haughton, and many nieces. Pallbearers will be Donald Boswell, Zach Specht, Erik Hayes, Chad Osbon, Chuck McLean, and Sam Bethea Honorary pallbearer will be Thomas Tanner. Memorials may be made to: Louisiana Lions Cripple Children's Camp.

LEON HORACE DYER Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mr. Leon Horace Dyer, 86, of Monroe formerly of Vidalia, LA, will be held at 10:30 AM Friday, July 11, 2008, at Bethel Baptist Church in Holly Ridge, LA with Rev. Keith Evans officiating. Interment will follow in Bethel Baptist Church Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Mr. Dyer passed away Tuesday, July 08, 2008, at Glenwood Regional Medical Center after a brief illness. He was a Carpenter/Building Contractor and A&W franchise owner in Vidalia, LA for thirty-seven years. Mr. Dyer was preceded in death by his first wife, Carolyn Beard Dyer; and second wife, Lea McDonald Dyer. Survivors include his sons, Ross Dyer and wife Anne of Vidalia, and Allan Dyer and wife Linda of Springhill, TN; stepsons, Former Representative Charles R. McDonald and wife Patsy, and Donnie McDonald and wife Judy; four grandchildren, Ross Dyer, Jr. and wife Ursula, Shannon Hovdet and husband Tim, Kristy Yentes and husband M.J., and Scott McDonald and wife Leazel; and seven great grandchildren. Grandchildren will serve as pallbearers. Visitation will be Thursday from 5:00 PM until 6:30 PM at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe, and Friday from 9:30 AM until service time at Bethel Baptist Church. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com

MARY ADELINE HATTEN LAFFOON Riser Funeral Home Columbia, LA Services for Mary Adeline Hatten Laffoon, age 86 of West Monroe will be held at 10 AM, Friday, July 11, 2008 from the West Monroe Methodist Protestant Church in West Monroe with Rev. Jerry Salsbury and Rev. Eddie Shoemaker officiating. Interment will follow in the Hebert Cemetery in Hebert under the direction of Riser Funeral Home of Columbia. Visitation will be after 4:00 PM, Thursday at the church. Mrs. Laffoon was born in Jackson Parish on May 15, 1922 to the union of Alvin Edward and Ellen Louvenia Thompson Hatten and died Tuesday, July 8, 2008 at Glenwood Regional Medical Center in West Monroe. She was a homemaker. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband: Henry Clay Laffoon, her daughter: Elaine Smith, her great-grandson, Christopher Drake Smith, her sisters: Louella Faulk and Irene Flores and her brothers: Alfred Hatten, Robert Hatten, Bud Hatten and William Hatten. Survivors include her sons and daughters-in-law: Bernard and Helen Laffoon of West Monroe, Raymond and Trish Laffoon of Monroe, Roger and Brenda Laffoon of Monroe, her daughters and sons-in-law: Ruby and Earl Bagwell, Christine and Willie Earl Jones, Peggy and Ricky Sims and Johnnie Faye and Mike Moye all of West Monroe, her sister: Beulah Hatten Oser of Columbia, special ladies: Estelle Brown and Mary Strickland, twenty-two grandchildren, twenty-eight great-grandchildren and three great-great-grandchildren. Pallbearers will be Marshall Hatten, Johnny Brown, Matthew Word, Jason Clay Laffoon, Neil Wayne Laffoon and Josh Laffoon. Online condolences may be made at www.riserfuneralhomes.com.

Kristie Malone Barker, 41
EL DORADO, Ark. — Kristie Malone Barker formerly of Haynesville, a homemaker, died Friday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Farmerville.

Elizabeth 'Beth' Brown, 90
RUSTON — Elizabeth "Beth" Costanza Brown, a nurse, died Friday. Graveside service is at 3 p.m. Sunday at Unionville Cemetery in Dubach. Visitation is from 1-2 p.m. Sunday at Owens Memorial Chapel Funeral Home, Ruston.

Kyle Gealen Gimler, 33
Kyle Gealen Gimler of Monroe, a carpenter, died Wednesday. Visitation is 5-6 p.m. Tuesday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Additional arrangements are incomplete.

Otha Mae Kennedy, 74
WATERPROOF — Otha Mae Kennedy, a homemaker, died July 5. Services are noon today at Myrtle Grove Baptist Church, Waterproof. Burial will be in Oakwood Cemetery under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville.

Timothy 'T.C.' Martin, 61
DOWNSVILLE — Timothy "T.C." Martin, a retired motor winder, died Thursday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Downsville Baptist Church. Visitation is 1 p.m. until service time today at the church. Burial will be in Downsville Cemetery under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Margie Hanes Parker, 83
Margie Hanes Parker of West Monroe, a housewife, died Friday. Services are 11 a.m. Monday at First Assembly of God, West Monroe. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Sunday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Burial will be in Mount Vernon Cemetery.

Faye Saterfiel, 93
Faye Saterfiel of West Monroe, a homemaker, died Wednesday. Services are 11 a.m. today at Conway Baptist Church near Farmerville. Burial will be in Conway Cemetery under the direction of Farrar Funeral Home, Farmerville.

Randy Self, 50
STERLINGTON — Randy Self, owner of Dixie Cleaners, died Wednesday. Services are 11 a.m. today at Pentecostals of the Twin Cities, West Monroe. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Yvonne Stripling, 79
MARION — Yvonne Stripling, a retired nurse's aide, died Thursday. Services are 4 p.m. today at Haile Baptist Church. Visitation is 4:30 p.m. today until service time Saturday at the church. Burial will be in Liberty Cemetery near Linville under the direction of Farrar Funeral Home, Farmerville.

Eva Thomas, 63
JONESVILLE — Eva Thomas, a retired Smurfit-Stone Container employee, died Tuesday. Services are 1 p.m. Monday at New Galilee Baptist Church, Jonesboro. Visitation is 6-7 p.m. Sunday at Paradise Funeral Home, Jonesboro. Burial will be in Brown Grove Cemetery, Jonesboro.

Carolyn Faye Stamper Toney, 53
Carolyn Faye Stamper Toney of Monroe, a custodian, died Monday. Services are 2 p.m. Wednesday at St. Peter's Baptist Church, Monroe. Visitation is 2-5 p.m. Tuesday at Miller Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Brownville Baptist Church Cemetery, Columbia.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED
Brown, Louise: noon today, First Baptist Church, Rayville.
Brown, Ricky Benard: 11 a.m. today, Ackland Creek Church, Jonesville.
Cyrus, Josie Mae "Sue": 10 a.m. today, Truevine Baptist Church, Monroe.
Fentress, Laura: 2 p.m. today, Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.
Graham, Bertha Kelly: 1 p.m. today, Evergreen Baptist Church, Lake Providence.
Hose, John: noon today, Brannum Funeral Home, Lake Providence.
Jones, Ebbie Lee Williams: 11 a.m. today, St. Peter Baptist Church, Ruston.
Jones, George: 1:30 p.m. today, New Hopewell Baptist Church, Bernice.
Milton Jr., Eugene Travis: noon today, Madison High Auditorium, Tallulah.
Nolan, Freddy M.: 10 a.m. today, Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Farmerville.
Perkins, Josephine: 11 a.m. today, St. John Baptist Church, St. Joseph.
Phillips, Xantavia M.: 2 p.m. today, Macedonia Missionary Baptist Church, Rayville.
Pickens, Hattie: 11 a.m. today, Hester Central State Funeral Home, Monroe.
Richard, Gracie: 1 p.m. today, Bright Oak Baptist Church, Monroe.
Ross, Mattie Pearl: 11 a.m. today, New St. James Baptist Church, Richwood.
Spence, Garland "Goat": 2 p.m. today, Owens Memorial Chapel Funeral Home, Ruston.
Sullivan, Judge: 10 a.m. today, Rose-Neath Funeral Home, Arcadia.
Sweeney, Helen Lawanda "Wanda": 10 a.m. today, Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Oak Grove

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

FAYE SATERFIEL FARRAR FUNERAL HOME Farmerville, LA. Funeral services for Mrs. Faye Saterfiel of West Monroe, LA will be held Saturday, July 12, 2008 at 11:00 AM at Conway Baptist Church, located in the Conway Community near Farmerville, with burial to be in the church cemetery. Services are under the direction of Farrar Funeral Home of Farmerville, LA Mrs. Saterfiel passed away Wednesday, July 9, 2008 at the age of 93 years and 1 day. She was born July 8, 1915 in Union Parish to her parents James Perry and Ada Green Kennedy. She was preceded in death by her parents; 4 brothers; her husband of almost 70 years, Rev. Hermon Saterfiel; her eldest son, James Hermon and his wife, Beverly and their daughter, Debbie Clark; and a daughter, Carol Avant. She is survived by 3 daughters: Mary Kazarian and husband, John of Calhoun, LA; Sharon Knox of Calhoun, LA and Paula Knox and husband, Earl of West Monroe, LA; 1 son, Carl Saterfiel & wife, Sharon of Shelbyville, TX; 1 brother, Oral Lee Kennedy and wife, Quincy of Farmerville, LA; 1 sister, Charlene Kozlowski of Sidney, NY; 19 grandchildren, 36 great grandchildren, 16 great-great grandchildren and a host of nieces, nephews and cousins. Grandsons will serve as pallbearers. Services will be officiated by Bro. Terry Mims and Bro. Matt Taylor. Visitation will be at Conway Baptist Church on Friday beginning at 6:00 PM. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Conway Baptist Church Parsonage Fund or the church cemetery fund. The family wishes to express appreciation to Patients Choice Hospice Nursing Staff for their kindness and tender care given to our loved one for almost a year and to Landmark Nursing Center for their kindness and care. Online messages may be sent to the family at www.farrarfh.com.

RANDALL W. SELF Kilpatrick Funeral Home Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mr. Randall W. Self, 50, of Sterlington will be at 11:00 AM on Saturday, July 12th, 2008, at the Pentecostals of Twin Cities with Pastor Mark Foster, Pastor David Mayo, and Rev. Mike Parker officiating. Interment will follow at Monroe Memorial Park under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home of Monroe, LA. Randy was born March 14, 1958, in Monroe, LA and passed away July 9, 2008, in Sterlington, LA. He was preceded in death by his grandparents: Mr. and Mrs. David Self and Mr. and Mrs. Charles Hopper, and nephew: Keith Parker. He was a member of the Pentecostals of Twin Cities and the owner of Dixie Cleaners in Monroe, Rayville, and Bastrop. He has always loved to fish or just ride in his boat and pretend to fish. He also loved watching all the weekend races. His favorite hobby was to sit on his back porch and watch the bayou. "PaPa Ran," as many had come to call him, also enjoyed watching Kolby, his oldest grandson, make a river and dam out of a dirt pile, so "PaPa Ran" always had a big pile of dirt by the back porch. Randy is survived by his wife of 26 years: Suzy; son: Gregory Self; daughter: Shana Wade Bourgeois and husband, David; parents: Waine and Jimmie Self; sister: Linda Parker and husband, Mike; grandsons: Kolby and Kaden; father and mother-in-law: Marvin and Joyce Sloan; best friend: his dog, Sadie; a number of nieces and nephews, and many good friends. Pallbearers will be: Dennis Goodeaux, Mike Meeks, Walt Kemper, Lee Johnson, Kevin Welch, and Matt Fife. Visitation will be 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM Friday, July 11, 2008, at the Pentecostals of the Twin Cities. Online condolences may be made to the family at kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com.

Kyle Gealen Gimler, 33
Kyle Gealen Gimler, of Monroe, a carpenter, died Wednesday. Services are 6 p.m. Tuesday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Monroe. Visitation is 5-6 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home.

Violet Hardie, 89
JONESVILLE — Violet Hardie died Sunday. Services are 10 a.m. Tuesday at Good Road Pentecostal Church. Burial will be in Wilbanks Cemetery, Summerville, under the direction of Comer Funeral Home, Ferriday. Visitation is 5 p.m. today and Tuesday morning until service at the church.

Etta Mae Meeks Hayes, 82
FARMERVILLE — Etta Mae Meeks Hayes, a homemaker, died Friday. Services are 10 a.m. today at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Farmerville. Burial will be in Liberty Hill-Taylor Cemetery.

Joan Hope McHenry, 48
OLLA — Joan Hope Fussell McHenry, a correctional officer at Jena Federal Prison, died Saturday. Services are 10 a.m. Tuesday at Riser Funeral Home, Olla. Burial will be in Beech Creek Cemetery, west of Olla, under the direction of Riser Funeral Home. Visitation is 1-9 p.m. today at the funeral home.

Margie Hanes Parker, 83
Margie Hanes Parker, of West Monroe, a housewife, died Friday. Services are 11 a.m. today at First Assembly of God. Burial will be in Mount Vernon Cemetery under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED
Parker, Margie Hanes: 11 a.m. today, First Assembly of God, West Monroe.
Thomas, Eva: 1 p.m. today, New Galilee Baptist Church, Jonesboro.
Toney, Carolyn Faye Stamper: 2 p.m. Wednesday, St. Peter's Baptist Church, Monroe

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

ANGELINA MARIE MESSINA BRUSCATO Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road, Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mrs. Angelina Marie Messina Bruscato, 101, of Monroe, will be held at 2:00 PM Sunday, July 13, 2008, at St. Matthew Catholic Church with Rev. Joseph Puthuppally officiating. Interment will follow in St. Matthew Catholic Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Mrs. Bruscato passed away Friday, July 11, 2008, at St. Francis Specialty Hospital She was strongly devoted to God and family. She lived a long life, made many friends, and will be long remembered. Mrs. Bruscato was preceded in death by her husband, Nicholas F. Bruscato; sisters, Josephine Buttita, Sarah Dispenza, and Mary Messina; brothers, Frank Messina, Samuel Messina, and Joseph S. Messina, Jr.; and grandson, John G. Bruscato. Survivors include her three sons, Frank N. Bruscato and wife Dianne, Anthony J. Bruscato and wife Sam, all of Monroe, and Joseph S. Bruscato of Wildomar, CA; grand -children, Ashley Elston and husband Dean of Shreveport, LA, Jordan Bruscato and wife Shantel, Sidney Michelle Bruscato, and Molly Claire Bruscato, all of Monroe; great grandchildren, Ross and Miller Elston; brothers, Anthony Messina and wife Martha, and Carey Messina, all of Monroe; sisters, Martha Rizzuto, and Rose Ditta, both of Monroe; and numerous nieces and nephews. Pallbearers will be Frank Varino, Frank Bruscato, Gene Bruscato, Frank Bruscato, John Cruz, Carey Messina, and Reese Griffin. Honorary pallbearers will be the staff and residents of McKeen Plaza. Visitation will be Saturday from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM and a Vigil Wake Service at 6:00 PM at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. The family wishes to express special thanks to Dr. Doug Brown, Dr. Hershel Harter, Dr. Richard O'Donovan, Louise Turner, Sharon Burton, and the nurses on the 3rd and 7th floors of St. Francis Medical Center. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneral home.com

JOSIE MAE "SUE" CYRUS Miller Funeral Home Monroe, LA A native of Grady, Arkanasas and resident of Monroe, Josie Mae Cyrus passed away Saturday, July 5, 2008. at St. Francis Hospital. She was 84. Visitation will be held at the Alice Miller Chapel of Miller Funeral Home on Friday, July 11, 2008 from 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM. Funeral Services for Mrs. Josie Cyrus will be held Saturday, July 12, 2008 at 10:00 AM at True Vine Baptist Church. Interment will follow at Union Baptist Cemetery, 4314 Hwy. 165 South - Bosco, Louisiana. Mrs. Cyrus, during her pre-teen years, moved with her family to Bosco, LA and was educated in the Ouachita Parish School System. Following graduation from high school, Mrs. Cyrus became a licensed cosmetologist. Mrs. Cyrus enjoyed a long and successful career. She retired after more than 28 years as an insurance agent with the Reliable Life Insurance Company. She remained a practicing beautician, her true passion, until her illness prevented her from working. At an early age she confessed Christ as her Savior and was baptized by the late Rev. A. T. White, pastor of the Union Baptist Church. She later joined the True Vine Baptist Church under the leadership of Rev. Scott where she remained until her death. Prior to her health failing, she was an active member of the Usher Board and Hospitality Committee. Mrs. Cyrus was preceded in death by a loving husband, David Cyrus; a son, Edgar Gray; her parents Charlie and Lizzie Gray; a brother, Maynard Gray; and two sisters, Lula Murray and Leola Gray. Mrs. Cyrus is survived by two daughters: Carolyn Gray, Monroe, LA and Doris G. Brown (Adell), Baton Rouge, LA; five sons, Harold Gray (Elois), Dallas, TX; Jerry Gray and David Cyrus, Jr., Monroe, LA; Charles Cyrus (Luease), Raleigh, NC; and Joey Cyrus (Lori), Baton Rouge, LA. She also leaves to cherish her memories a devoted former daughter-in-law, Murray Gray, Dallas, TX, twenty-three grandchildren, none great-grand children and host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

JUDGE H. SULLIVAN Rose-Neath Funeral Home Arcadia, LA Funeral services will be held Saturday, July 12, 2008 at 10:00 a.m. at the Rose Neath Funeral Home in Arcadia, Louisiana. Visitation was held July 11th in Arcadia. There will be visitation Sunday July 13, 2008 from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM at the Roller-Crouch Funeral Home in Batesville, Arkansas. Interment will be at Heber Springs, Arkansas. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Hospice Care of Louisiana, Inc. or the American Cancer Society. Judge was born May 18, 1921 in Calamine, Arkansas the son of the late Bill and Maude Sullivan. He was a resident of Bienville Parish for forty years prior to his death. He passed away July 10, 2008 at his home. He was preceded in death by his wife of 48 years Volena Logan Sullivan and his brothers, Alexander Graham Sullivan and Kipp Bacon Sullivan. He is survived by his children, Patrick H. Sullivan and wife Margaret of Georgetown, TX; Evelyn Sullivan Oxner and husband Harvey of Hot Springs, AR; Bret T. Sullivan and wife Kathy of Knoxville, TN; and Peggy J. Sullivan of Monroe, LA. Also surviving Judge are his six grandchildren, Shane H. Sullivan; Stephanie Anders Webb and husband Brandon; Kevin D. Anders and wife Amanda; Clinton W. Sullivan; Christopher W. Sullivan and Kathryn L. Sullivan; his step-granddaughter, Olivia "Libby" Oxner; and his great-grandchildren Matthew D. Anders, Logan S. Webb, and Mason W. Webb. He is also survived by many special friends and other family: Loretta Butler, Edna L. Sullivan, Dr. Charles and Rachel Taylor and Dr. Chaney and Bonnie Taylor. Judge, known to childhood friends and family as Buster, served in both the Army and Navy during World War II and retired from Exxon after forty years of service. In his younger days he enjoyed bird hunting and coaching Little League Baseball. After his retirement Judge became an avid golfer and spent many hours at the Trails End Golf Course. Judge was a gardener extraordinaire and enjoyed sharing the bounty of his garden with friends. His family would like to thank the staff of Hospice for their assistance and the community of Arcadia for its remarkable care during this time. Pallbearers will be Shane Sullivan, Clint Sullivan, Kevin Anders, Christopher Sullivan, Michael Sullivan and Billy Dean Sullivan. Honorary pallbearers include his many friends from the Trails End Golf Course, John Hammett, Neil Moon, Curtis McCrary, George Dupuis, Bill Porter, Charles M. Fuller, Charles C. Fuller, David Pickett, George Cole, Tom Newlin, Jerry Bond, Dr. Henry Middleton, Jimmy Hammons, Wayne Brooks, Joe Dawster, Archie Calhoun, Bill Stinson, Jim Brown, Glen Grigsby, Morris Plunket, Earl Sherman and Calvin Gullett; also included are friends Jerry Callender, Larry Cunningham, Al Doggett and John Fontenot.

LYNDA NELSON WILHITE Autry Funeral Home Jacksonville TX Funeral services for Lynda Nelson Wilhite, age 68, of Jacksonville are scheduled for 2:00 PM Monday, July 14, 2008 at Autry Funeral Home Chapel in Jacksonville with Rev. Steve Edwards officiating. Burial will be in Dallas/Ft. Worth National Cemetery, Dallas. Mrs. Wilhite passed away on Wednesday, July 9, 2008 in Jacksonville. She was born February 14, 1940 in Monroe, LA to Clayton Henry and Alice Mae Cook Nelson. She served in the United States Air Force and was an employee of Nan Travis for 13 years and ten years at the Allegiance Company. She was preceded in death by her parents and sister Kay Cruse. Survivors include husband Doug Wilhite, Jacksonville; one Son: Danny and wife Dianne Wilhite, Orange, TX and One Brother: "Buzzy" and wife Janet Nelson of Downsville, LA. The family will receive friends from 6:00 - 8:00 PM Sunday July 13, 2008 at the funeral home in Jacksonville, TX.

MR. TIMOTHY (T.C.) MARTIN Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mr. Timothy (T.C.) Martin, Sr., 61, of Downsville, LA will be at 2:00 PM on Saturday, July 12, 2008, at the Downsville Baptist Church with Rev. Mike Devillier officiating. Interment will follow in the Downsville Cemetery under the direction of the Kilpatrick Funeral Home. Mr. Martin was born on March 7, 1947, in McComb, MS and was a son of the late Albert LaVan and Annie Christine Martin. A former resident of Vidalia, LA, Mr. Martin passed away in West Monroe, LA, on July 10, 2008. He was a motor winder by trade and a veteran of the U.S. Navy. Mr. Martin was also an active member of Downsville Baptist Church. T.C. was a longtime girl's softball coach in Vidalia, an avid golfer, and enjoyed spending time with his family and friends. He will be dearly missed. Survivors include his beloved wife, Joyce; son, Timothy C. Martin, Jr. and wife Kristie; daughter, Elise Bostick and husband, Craig; 2 grandsons, Matthew and Jonah Bostick; a sister, Trudy Martin McDaniel and husband, Dickie; 3 brothers, Tommy Martin and wife, Rhonda, Terry Martin and wife, Sallie, and Tyler Martin; brothers-in-law, David Burch and wife, Dianne, and John Burch and wife Donna; sister-in-law, Anne Moore; and several nieces and nephews. Active pallbearers will be members of T.C.'s Adult Sunday School Class. Fellow co-workers at Southern Apparatus are asked to serve as honorary pallbearers. Visitation will be from 1:00 PM until service time Saturday at the Church. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com

MR. WADE R. NEELEY, II Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mr. Wade R. Neeley, II, age 36, of West Monroe, will be 2:00 PM on Sunday, July 13, 2008, at the Mount Vernon Baptist Church in West Monroe. Rev. Jerry Salisbury and Rev. Huey Diffie are officiating. Interment will follow in the Sardis Cemetery under the direction of the Kilpatrick Funeral Homes of West Monroe. Wade was born on August 13, 1971, in Monroe, LA and passed away on July 10, 2008, at 6:29 PM at Baylor University, the exact same time of his birth. Wade was an avid sportsman. He loved hunting, fishing and riding his ATV's and motorcycles. Wade was a graduate of West Monroe High School and Delta Vocational School. He served his country in the U.S. Navy as a Chemical Engineer during Desert Storm. He was also a member of the West Monroe Methodist Protestant Church. Wade was a very outgoing person who never met a stranger. Survivors include his wife, Kimberly B. Neeley; parents, Wade R. and Linda Neeley; brother, Brient Neeley and wife, Nicole; mother and father-in-law, Earl and Ruby Bagwell; best friends, Rueben and Kelly Weatherford; numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews; and best buddy, "Scooter". Pallbearers will be Rueben Weatherford, Stan Wilson, Jason Bagwell, Mark Ledford, Billy Giltner and James Long. Honorary pallbearer will be Chris Bethke. Visitation will be from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM on Saturday, July 12, 2008, at Kilpatrick Funeral Home in West Monroe. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com.

Kristie Malone Barker, 41
EL DORADO, Ark. — Kristie Malone Barker formerly of Haynesville, a homemaker, died Friday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Farmerville.

Elizabeth 'Beth' Brown, 90
RUSTON — Elizabeth "Beth" Costanza Brown, a nurse, died Friday. Graveside service is at 3 p.m. Sunday at Unionville Cemetery in Dubach. Visitation is from 1-2 p.m. Sunday at Owens Memorial Chapel Funeral Home, Ruston.

Kyle Gealen Gimler, 33
Kyle Gealen Gimler of Monroe, a carpenter, died Wednesday. Visitation is 5-6 p.m. Tuesday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Additional arrangements are incomplete.

Otha Mae Kennedy, 74
WATERPROOF — Otha Mae Kennedy, a homemaker, died July 5. Services are noon today at Myrtle Grove Baptist Church, Waterproof. Burial will be in Oakwood Cemetery under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville.

Timothy 'T.C.' Martin, 61
DOWNSVILLE — Timothy "T.C." Martin, a retired motor winder, died Thursday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Downsville Baptist Church. Visitation is 1 p.m. until service time today at the church. Burial will be in Downsville Cemetery under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Margie Hanes Parker, 83
Margie Hanes Parker of West Monroe, a housewife, died Friday. Services are 11 a.m. Monday at First Assembly of God, West Monroe. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Sunday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Burial will be in Mount Vernon Cemetery.

Faye Saterfiel, 93
Faye Saterfiel of West Monroe, a homemaker, died Wednesday. Services are 11 a.m. today at Conway Baptist Church near Farmerville. Burial will be in Conway Cemetery under the direction of Farrar Funeral Home, Farmerville.

Randy Self, 50
STERLINGTON — Randy Self, owner of Dixie Cleaners, died Wednesday. Services are 11 a.m. today at Pentecostals of the Twin Cities, West Monroe. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Yvonne Stripling, 79
MARION — Yvonne Stripling, a retired nurse's aide, died Thursday. Services are 4 p.m. today at Haile Baptist Church. Visitation is 4:30 p.m. today until service time Saturday at the church. Burial will be in Liberty Cemetery near Linville under the direction of Farrar Funeral Home, Farmerville.

Eva Thomas, 63
JONESVILLE — Eva Thomas, a retired Smurfit-Stone Container employee, died Tuesday. Services are 1 p.m. Monday at New Galilee Baptist Church, Jonesboro. Visitation is 6-7 p.m. Sunday at Paradise Funeral Home, Jonesboro. Burial will be in Brown Grove Cemetery, Jonesboro.

Carolyn Faye Stamper Toney, 53
Carolyn Faye Stamper Toney of Monroe, a custodian, died Monday. Services are 2 p.m. Wednesday at St. Peter's Baptist Church, Monroe. Visitation is 2-5 p.m. Tuesday at Miller Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Brownville Baptist Church Cemetery, Columbia.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED
Brown, Louise: noon today, First Baptist Church, Rayville.
Brown, Ricky Benard: 11 a.m. today, Ackland Creek Church, Jonesville.
Cyrus, Josie Mae "Sue": 10 a.m. today, Truevine Baptist Church, Monroe.
Fentress, Laura: 2 p.m. today, Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.
Graham, Bertha Kelly: 1 p.m. today, Evergreen Baptist Church, Lake Providence.
Hose, John: noon today, Brannum Funeral Home, Lake Providence.
Jones, Ebbie Lee Williams: 11 a.m. today, St. Peter Baptist Church, Ruston.
Jones, George: 1:30 p.m. today, New Hopewell Baptist Church, Bernice.
Milton Jr., Eugene Travis: noon today, Madison High Auditorium, Tallulah.
Nolan, Freddy M.: 10 a.m. today, Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Farmerville.
Perkins, Josephine: 11 a.m. today, St. John Baptist Church, St. Joseph.
Phillips, Xantavia M.: 2 p.m. today, Macedonia Missionary Baptist Church, Rayville.
Pickens, Hattie: 11 a.m. today, Hester Central State Funeral Home, Monroe.
Richard, Gracie: 1 p.m. today, Bright Oak Baptist Church, Monroe.
Ross, Mattie Pearl: 11 a.m. today, New St. James Baptist Church, Richwood.
Spence, Garland "Goat": 2 p.m. today, Owens Memorial Chapel Funeral Home, Ruston.
Sullivan, Judge: 10 a.m. today, Rose-Neath Funeral Home, Arcadia.
Sweeney, Helen Lawanda "Wanda": 10 a.m. today, Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Oak Grove

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

ANGELINA MARIE MESSINA BRUSCATO Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road, Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mrs. Angelina Marie Messina Bruscato, 101, of Monroe, will be held at 2:00 PM Sunday, July 13, 2008, at St. Matthew Catholic Church with Rev. Joseph Puthuppally officiating. Interment will follow in St. Matthew Catholic Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Mrs. Bruscato passed away Friday, July 11, 2008, at St. Francis Specialty Hospital She was strongly devoted to God and family. She lived a long life, made many friends, and will be long remembered. Mrs. Bruscato was preceded in death by her husband, Nicholas F. Bruscato; sisters, Josephine Buttita, Sarah Dispenza, and Mary Messina; brothers, Frank Messina, Samuel Messina, and Joseph S. Messina, Jr.; and grandson, John G. Bruscato. Survivors include her three sons, Frank N. Bruscato and wife Dianne, Anthony J. Bruscato and wife Sam, all of Monroe, and Joseph S. Bruscato of Wildomar, CA; grandchildren, Ashley Elston and husband Dean of Shreveport, LA, Jordan Bruscato and wife Shantel, Sidney Michelle Bruscato, and Molly Claire Bruscato, all of Monroe; great grandchildren, Ross and Miller Elston; brothers, Anthony Messina and wife Martha, and Carey Messina, all of Monroe; sisters, Martha Rizzuto, and Rose Ditta, both of Monroe; and numerous nieces and nephews. Pallbearers will be Frank Varino, Frank Bruscato, Gene Bruscato, Frank Bruscato, John Cruz, Carey Messina, and Reese Griffin. Honorary pallbearers will be the staff and residents of McKeen Plaza. The family wishes to express special thanks to Dr. Doug Brown, Dr. Hershel Harter, Dr. Richard O'Donovan, Louise Turner, Sharon Burton, and the nurses on the 3rd and 7th floors of St. Francis Medical Center.
Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com

ETTA MAE MEEKS HAYES Kilpatrick Funeral Home Farmerville, LA. Funeral Services for Etta Mae Meeks Hayes, age 82, of Farmerville, LA will be held on Monday, July 14, 2008 at 10:00 a.m. at the Kilpatrick Funeral Home Chapel in Farmerville, LA with Bro.Willie Cottrell officiating. Interment will follow at Liberty Hill Taylor Cemetery in Farmerville, LA under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home in Farmerville, LA. Etta Mae was born onDecember 5, 1925 in Farmerville, LA and passed away on July 11, 2008 in Farmerville, LA. She was a member of Salem Baptist Church in Farmerville, LA. She was preceded in death by her husband, Ben F. Hayes Jr. She is survived by her son: Bennie Joe Hayes and wife Rosie of Farmerville, LA; grandchildren Jessica Hayes of Farmerville, LA; Angie Evans and husband Adrian of Monroe, LA; Cory Knox of Monroe, LA; great-grandchildren Clay Taylor, Afton Taylor, Grant Knox and Kaden Evans, great-great grandchild Ezra Taylor, numerous nieces and nephews. Pallbearers will be: Charles Nyegaard, Edward Austin, Mark Thompson, Berry Monk, Milas Joe Davidson and Lester Davidson. Visitation will be Sunday, July 13, 2008 from 5:00 to 8:00 PM at Kilpatrick Funeral Home in Farmerville, LA. Online condolences maybe sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhome.com

EVA JO SAVAGE Golden Funeral Hom Bastrop, LA Funeral services for Eva Jo Savage, age 84, are scheduled for 10 A M Monday, July 14, 2008 at the Chapel of Golden Funeral Home with Rev. Marty Black officiating. Interment will follow in Memorial Park Cemetery. Ms. Savage, a retired L.P.N., passed away Saturday, July 12, 2008 at Summerlin Lane Nursing Home. She was a resident of Bastrop and attended Bonita Road Baptist Church. She is survived by two daughters, Audrey Jo Savage Boyd and husband Bobby W. and Deborah Savage, both of Bastrop, LA; one son, Omer Lee Savage, Sr. and wife Jennifer of Monroe, LA; daughter-in-law, Jonette Reynolds Savage of Bastrop, LA; nine grandchildren and numerous great grandchildren. Ms. Savage is preceded in death by a son, Volin Russell Savage, Jr.; her parents and two brothers. Visitation will be held Sunday from 5 until 9 PM at Golden Funeral Home.

KYLE GEALEN GIMLER Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road, Monroe, LA Memorial services for Mr. Kyle Gealen Gimler, 33, of Monroe, will be held at 6:00 PM Tuesday, July 15, 2008, in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe with Rev. Fred Rushing officiating. Mr. Gimler passed away Wednesday, July 9, 2008. He was preceded in death by his father, Charles Michael "Mickey" Gimler; maternal grandparents, Jean and Homer Wagner; and paternal grandparents, Julie Berryhill Gimler and Joseph Gimler. Survivors include his mother, Jane Gimler Smith; godson, Bowden Alexander Varino; aunt, Nancy Zee; uncle, Larry Zee; cousins, Josh Zee, and Jessica Price; and numerous friends. Visitation will be Tuesday from 5:00 PM until 6:00 PM at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. The family wishes to extend special thanks to Patient's Choice Hospice, LSU Hospitals in Monroe and Shreveport, Suzanne Hatten, the community churches, and for the numerous prayers. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneral home.com

MRS. MARGIE HANES PARKER Kilpatrick Funeral Homes West Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mrs. Margie Hanes Parker, age 83, will be held 11:00 AM, Monday, July 14, 2008, at the First Assembly of God, in West Monroe on Cypress Street. Officiating will be Rev. Michael Parker, Rev. Darren Smith, Rev. Butch Pilcher. Interment will follow at Mount Vernon Church Cemetery under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Homes of West Monroe. Mrs. Parker was born on June 6, 1925, in West Monroe, La., and passed away on July 11, 2008, in West Monroe, La. She was a member of The Assembly of God Church. Mrs. Parker is preceded in death by: husband, John M. Parker; son, Billy Parker; grandson, Keith Parker. Mrs. Parker is survived by; daughter, Ruth E. "Liz" Parker; son, Michael Parker and wife Linda; brother, Oliver Lenard; sister, Thresa Mardis; grandchildren, Laurie Parker Smith and husband Darren, Chad Parker and wife Casi, Courtney Sandhu and husband Paul, Jeremy Parker. Also survived by five great grandchildren. Pallbearers will be Dewayne Lenard, Andrew Smith, Nathan Smith, George McClendon, Larry Cash, Jerry Hibbard. Honorary Pallbearer will be Macky Parker. Visitation will be held on Sunday, July 13, 2008, after 5:00 Pm until 8:00 PM at Kilpatrick Funeral Home in West Monroe, La., and Monday, July 14, 2008, after 10:00 AM until service time at First Assembly of God Church. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneral homes.com.

Kristie Malone Barker, 41
EL DORADO, Ark. — Kristie Malone Barker, formerly of Haynesville, a homemaker, died Thusday. Services are 3 p.m. today at Shiloh Baptist Church. Burial will be in Shiloh Cemetery under the direction of Farrar Funeral Home in Farmerville. Visitation is 9 a.m. until time of service today at the church.

Angelina Bruscato, 101
Angelina Marie Messina Bruscato, a homemaker, died Friday. Services are 2 p.m. today at St. Matthew Catholic Church. Burial will be in St. Matthew Catholic Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home on Sterlington Road.

Wade R. Neeley II, 36
Wade R. Neeley II of West Monroe, a copy technician, died Thursday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Mount Vernon Baptist Church in West Monroe. Burial will be in Sardis Cemetery in West Monroe under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home in West Monroe.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED
Parker, Margie Hanes: 11 a.m. Monday, First Assembly of God, West Monroe.
Thomas, Eva: 1 p.m. Monday,New Galilee Baptist Church, Jonesboro.
Toney, Carolyn Faye Stamper: 2 p.m. Wednesday, St. Peter's Baptist Church, Monroe

July 14, 2008 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

CLIFTON HOWELL TRAVIS III Roller England Funeral Home, England, AR Clifton Howell Travis III, 39, of Dallas, Texas, passed away in Minneapolis, Minnesota July 11, 2008 after a lengthy illness. He was born March 7, 1969 in Little Rock, Arkansas and attended Culver Military Academy and Kent's Hill School in Augusta, Maine. He was preceded in death by his father, Clifton Howell "Butch" Travis Jr., his paternal grandfather, Clifton Howell "Hal" Travis Sr., his maternal grandfather, Albert Eugene Yarbrough all formerly of England, Arkansas, and his grandmother, Miriam Seligman Schendle of Bastrop, Louisiana. He is survived by his daughter, Macy Jordan Travis of Winnsboro, Louisiana; his parents Susan Yarbrough Travis Schendle and H.I Schendle of Dallas, Texas; his two sisters, Lucy Jordan Travis Mercer of Minneapolis, Minnesota and her husband Jay Mercer and Frances Elaynne Schendle of Boston, Massachusetts as well as one brother, Harris Ian Schendle of Dallas, Texas, all formerly of Monroe, Louisiana. Also, his paternal grandmother, Hazel B. Travis of England, Arkansas; his maternal grandmother, Jackie Jordan Yarbrough of Winnsboro, Louisiana (formerly of England, Arkansas); and his grandfather, Joseph M. Schendle of Dallas, Texas, formerly of Bastrop, Louisiana. A private graveside service will be held at 4:00 PM Monday, July 14, 2008, at Mulberry Cemetery in England, Arkansas, with Robert C. "Ric" Cannada, Jr., Chancellor and CEO of Reformed Theological Seminary in Charlotte, North Carolina officiating. Arrangements are by Roller-England Funeral Home (501) 842-3939. The family will receive friends and relatives from 5:00-6:30 PM Monday, July 14, 2008, at Roller-England Funeral Home in England, Arkansas. The family asks that in lieu of flowers donations may be sent to University Good Samaritan Center, 6th Floor, Huntington's Unit, 22 27th Ave. SE, Minneapolis, MN 55414, Attention: Gwen Johnson. Online obituary: www. rollerfuneralhomes. com/england

GARY LADD Kilpatrick Funeral Home Farmerville, LA Gary Ladd was born on March 8, 1939 in Sterling, Colorado, and passed away after a long battle with cancer on July 12, 2008 in Farmerville, LA. Gary was a 1958 High School graduate at La Porte, Colorado, in 1960 he graduated Colorado Jr. College at Trinidad, Colorado. He was a member of the American Quarter Horse Association and La. Thoroughbred Breeder Association. He was a horse Trainer, Ferrier, and Breeder for 40 years. Mr. Ladd is preceded in death by his parents Lloyd and Daisy Ladd of Ft. Collins Colorado; sister Donna Ladd Siefken of Littleton, Colorado. He is survived by his wife LaDan McGaha Ladd of Farmerville, LA; son's Verle Ray Ladd and wife Leslie of Lafayette, LA; Gary Allen Ladd of Lovettsville, Virginia; daughter Shannon Ladd of Farmerville, LA brother Jim Ladd of Ft. Collins, Colorado; grandchildren Robert Smith of Farmerville, LA; Forrest, Austin and Victoria Ladd of Lafayette, LA; Lauren Ladd of Lovettsville, Virginia. Wake will be held on Monday, July 14, 2008 from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the family's home on 543 Denton Road in Farmerville, LA. A memorial service will be held in Colorado in November. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneral homes.com.

Kyle Gealen Gimler, 33
Kyle Gealen Gimler, of Monroe, a carpenter, died Wednesday. Services are 6 p.m. Tuesday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Monroe. Visitation is 5-6 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home.

Violet Hardie, 89
JONESVILLE — Violet Hardie died Sunday. Services are 10 a.m. Tuesday at Good Road Pentecostal Church. Burial will be in Wilbanks Cemetery, Summerville, under the direction of Comer Funeral Home, Ferriday. Visitation is 5 p.m. today and Tuesday morning until service at the church.

Etta Mae Meeks Hayes, 82
FARMERVILLE — Etta Mae Meeks Hayes, a homemaker, died Friday. Services are 10 a.m. today at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Farmerville. Burial will be in Liberty Hill-Taylor Cemetery.

Joan Hope McHenry, 48
OLLA — Joan Hope Fussell McHenry, a correctional officer at Jena Federal Prison, died Saturday. Services are 10 a.m. Tuesday at Riser Funeral Home, Olla. Burial will be in Beech Creek Cemetery, west of Olla, under the direction of Riser Funeral Home. Visitation is 1-9 p.m. today at the funeral home.

Margie Hanes Parker, 83
Margie Hanes Parker, of West Monroe, a housewife, died Friday. Services are 11 a.m. today at First Assembly of God. Burial will be in Mount Vernon Cemetery under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED
Parker, Margie Hanes: 11 a.m. today, First Assembly of God, West Monroe.
Thomas, Eva: 1 p.m. today, New Galilee Baptist Church, Jonesboro.
Toney, Carolyn Faye Stamper: 2 p.m. Wednesday, St. Peter's Baptist Church, Monroe

July 15 , 2008 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

CLIFTON HOWELL TRAVIS III Roller England Funeral Home, England, AR Clifton Howell Travis III, 39, of Dallas, Texas, passed away in Minneapolis, Minnesota July 11, 2008 after a lengthy illness. He was born March 7, 1969 in Little Rock, Arkansas and attended Culver Military Academy and Kent's Hill School in Augusta, Maine. He was preceded in death by his father, Clifton Howell "Butch" Travis Jr., his paternal grandfather, Clifton Howell "Hal" Travis Sr., his maternal grandfather, Albert Eugene Yarbrough all formerly of England, Arkansas, and his grandmother, Miriam Seligman Schendle of Bastrop, Louisiana. He is survived by his daughter, Macy Jordan Travis of Winnsboro, Louisiana; his parents Susan Yarbrough Travis Schendle and H.I Schendle of Dallas, Texas; his two sisters, Lucy Jordan Travis Mercer of Minneapolis, Minnesota and her husband Jay Mercer and Frances Elaynne Schendle of Boston, Massachusetts as well as one brother, Harris Ian Schendle of Dallas, Texas, all formerly of Monroe, Louisiana. Also, his paternal grandmother, Hazel B. Travis of England, Arkansas; his maternal grandmother, Jackie Jordan Yarbrough of Winnsboro, Louisiana (formerly of England, Arkansas); and his grandfather, Joseph M. Schendle of Dallas, Texas, formerly of Bastrop, Louisiana. A private graveside service will be held at 4:00 PM Monday, July 14, 2008, at Mulberry Cemetery in England, Arkansas, with Robert C. "Ric" Cannada, Jr., Chancellor and CEO of Reformed Theological Seminary in Charlotte, North Carolina officiating. Arrangements are by Roller-England Funeral Home (501) 842-3939. The family will receive friends and relatives from 5:00-6:30 PM Monday, July 14, 2008, at Roller-England Funeral Home in England, Arkansas. The family asks that in lieu of flowers donations may be sent to University Good Samaritan Center, 6th Floor, Huntington's Unit, 22 27th Ave. SE, Minneapolis, MN 55414, Attention: Gwen Johnson. Online obituary: www. rollerfuneralhomes. com/england

GARY LADD Kilpatrick Funeral Home Farmerville, LA Gary Ladd was born on March 8, 1939 in Sterling, Colorado, and passed away after a long battle with cancer on July 12, 2008 in Farmerville, LA. Gary was a 1958 High School graduate at La Porte, Colorado, in 1960 he graduated Colorado Jr. College at Trinidad, Colorado. He was a member of the American Quarter Horse Association and La. Thoroughbred Breeder Association. He was a horse Trainer, Ferrier, and Breeder for 40 years. Mr. Ladd is preceded in death by his parents Lloyd and Daisy Ladd of Ft. Collins Colorado; sister Donna Ladd Siefken of Littleton, Colorado. He is survived by his wife LaDan McGaha Ladd of Farmerville, LA; son's Verle Ray Ladd and wife Leslie of Lafayette, LA; Gary Allen Ladd of Lovettsville, Virginia; daughter Shannon Ladd of Farmerville, LA brother Jim Ladd of Ft. Collins, Colorado; grandchildren Robert Smith of Farmerville, LA; Forrest, Austin and Victoria Ladd of Lafayette, LA; Lauren Ladd of Lovettsville, Virginia. Wake will be held on Monday, July 14, 2008 from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the family's home on 543 Denton Road in Farmerville, LA. A memorial service will be held in Colorado in November. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneral homes.com.

Alberta Anderson, 76
BASTROP — Alberta Anderson, a custodian, died Friday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home.

Robert Burrell, 44
BASTROP — Robert Burrell, construction worker, died Monday. Services are incomplete under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home.

Curtis E. Campbell, 51
WISNER — Curtis E. Campbell, an employee of Haring Farm Planting Partnership, died Monday. Services are 10 a.m. Thursday at South Central Baptist Church in Wisner. Burial will be in South Central Cemetery under the direction of Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home in Winnsboro. Visitation is 5 to 9 p.m. today at the church.

Auther Kline Chapman, 61
DELHI — Auther Kline Chapman, an auto mechanic and barber, died Sunday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Funerals by McFarland of Delhi.

Donte' Clacks, 10
BASTROP — Donte' Clacks, son of Eureka Clacks, died Saturday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home.

Christopher Glenn Ellerbe, 26
CLEVELAND, Miss. — Christopher Glenn Ellerbe, a construction worker, died Sunday. A memorial service will be held at a later date under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home in West Monroe.

Jack D. Ellerbee, 27
TALLULAH — Jack Donaldson Ellerbee, a salesman, died Monday. Services are 11 a.m. Thursday at St. Edward Catholic Church. Burial will be in Memorial Park Cemetery under the direction of Crothers-Glenwood Funeral Home. Visitation will be 10 a.m. Thursday in the church's fellowship hall.

Clevon Emerson Sr., 68
RUSTON — Clevon Emerson Sr., a laborer, died Monday. Graveside services are 11 a.m. Thursday in Pleasant Grove Cemetery in Downsville under the direction of King's Funeral Home. Visitation is 5 p.m. today to 8 a.m. Thursday at the funeral home.

Charles Gayles, 41
RAYVILLE — Charles Gayles died Thursday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville.

Stacy Gleisner, 50
Stacy Gleisner of Monroe, a homemaker, died Monday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home on Sterlington Road.

Oliver Hall, 61
Oliver Hall of West Monroe died Monday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Morning Star Baptist Church in Alto. Burial will be in Adile Cemetery in Alto under the direction of Hester Central State Funeral Home. Visitation is 6 to 7 p.m. Friday at the funeral home.

Beverly Marie Johnson, 82
Beverly Marie Johnson of West Monroe, a church secretary, died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home in West Monroe.

Robert Madison, 71
Robert Madison of Monroe, a handyman, died Monday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Funerals by McFarland of Monroe.

Billy Ray Peavy, 48
FERRIDAY — Billy Ray Peavy, a computer technician, died Monday. Services are 2 p.m. Thursday at Community Pentecostal Church in Manifest. Burial will be in Heard Cemetery in Manfiest under the direction of Comer Funeral Home in Ferriday. Visitation will be 5 to 10 p.m. today and 9 a.m. until service tome Thursday at the church.

Minnie Perkins, 75
RAYVILLE — Minnie Perkins, a homemaker, died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Bastrop.

Passion Smith, 17
JONESBORO — Passion Smith died Saturday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Jonesboro-Hodge Auditorium. Burial will be in Sandhill Cemetery in Quitman under the direction of Paradise Funeral Home. Visitation will be 6 to 7 p.m. Friday at the funeral home.

William Hardy Strain, 82
RUSTON — William Hardy Strain, retired from Lincoln Parish schools, died Monday. Services are 10 a.m. Thursday at Cook Baptist Church. Burial will be in Forest Lawn Cemetery under the direction of Owens Memorial Chapel Funeral Home. Visitation is 6 to 8 p.m. today at the funeral home.

Danny Stuart, 61
KEITHVILLE — Danny Stuart, formerly of Bastrop, a millwright with General Motors Corp., died Sunday. Services are 10 a.m. Friday at Cox Funeral Home in Bastrop. Burial will be in Memorial Park Cemetery. Visitation will be 5 to 8 p.m. at the funeral home.

Michael Byron Wattick, 46
Michael Byron Wattick of Monroe, co-owner of Carpet Cleaners, died Sunday. Services are 10 a.m. Friday at Mulhearn Funeral Home on Sterlington Road. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery. Visitation will be 5 to 7 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home.

James Clifford Welch, 79
WINNSBORO — James Clifford Welch, a farmer, died Monday. Services are 10 a.m. today at Gill First National Funeral Home. Burial will be in Oakley Cemetery in Gilbert.

Mary L. Wilson, 61
RAYVILLE — Mary L. Wilson, a certified nursing assistant, died Saturday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Bastrop.

Previously acknowledged
Bruce, Paul Eugene: 1 p.m. Saturday, China Grove Baptist Church, Lake Providence.
Byrd, Vonyelle: 1 p.m. Thursday, New Generations Baptist Church, Monroe.
Martin, Louise: 1 p.m. Friday, First Zion Baptist Church, Winnsboro.
Martin, Melba New: 10 a.m. today, First Baptist Church, Homer.
Neeley II, Wade R.: 2 p.m. Sunday, Mount Vernnon Baptist Church, West Monroe.
Powell, Elnora: 2:30 p.m. Saturday, St. Mary Baptist Church, Lake Providence.
Robinson, Ross: 2 p.m. today, Edmonds Funeral Home, Jonesboro.
Tindall, Gracie: 2 p.m. today, Bethel Baptist Church, Lillie.
Toney, Carolyn Faye Stamper: 2 p.m. Wednesday, St. Peter's Baptist Church, Monroe.
Welch, James Clifford: 10 a.m. today, Gill First National Funeral Home, Winnsboro

July 16 , 2008 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

CECELIA ANN BRADLEY CLAYTON Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road Monroe, LA Memorial services for Mrs. Cecelia Ann Bradley Clayton, 84, of Monroe, will be held at 10:00 AM Friday, July 18, 2008, at Memorial United Methodist Church with Rev. Danny Baskin officiating. Services are under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Mrs. Clayton was born in Monroe, LA on September 28, 1923 to John Buckner and Cora Dell Nolan Bradley, was raised with eight siblings. She graduated in 1940 from Ouachita Parish High School. She was enrolled in several college level courses through the years that included several computer classes. She married James Howard Clayton in 1953 in Spokane, WA. Her career included telephone operator prior and through WWII, residential cleaning, secretarial-steno in Spokane and Monroe. She returned to Monroe in 1977, employed with NLU and retired in 1992. She volunteered at North Monroe Hospital Auxiliary right after retirement, continuing until her death. In 2000, she received the Frist Volunteer Humanitarian Award for serving the highest amount of volunteer hours. She loved learning new things. She proudly painted a 14x5 mural on the nursery wall of Memorial United Methodist Church of Noah's Ark scene, in 2000; and in 2001 a 4x6 ft. canvas of " Jesus and the Children". She designed and created many holiday banners for the church, served as usher, and volunteered for Bible School. She loved her church, especially the Sunshine Bible Class members, a close-knit Sunday School group. Mrs. Clayton was preceded in death by her step-father, Benjamin Floyd Wilhite; sisters, Catherine Ethel Bradley Butler, and Jonnie Lillian Bradley Blaylock. Survivors include her son, Barry Cameron Clayton of Eugene, OR; daughters, Heather Clayton Clegg, and Renee Clayton Leavitt, both of Spokane, WA; grandchildren, Angela Clayton Klaus and companion Glenn Johnson of Spokane, WA, Jerramy McIlwain of Shreveport, LA, Jason McIlwain and wife T. J. of DeRidder, LA, twin Rebecca Kjelland and husband Aaron of North Dakota, Heather Birkhimer and husband Jason of Sandpoint, ID, and Robin Bruno and husband Chris of Monroe, LA; thirteen great grandchildren; siblings, Jane Bradley DeMasterson, Marie Wilhite Simpson, Juanita Wilhite Ellerbe, Robert Lane Wilhite, and Billy Floyd Wilhite; and numerous nieces and nephews. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com

MR. OLAN "WAYNE" HUNTER Kilpatrick Funeral Home Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mr. Olan "Wayne" Hunter, 72, of Sterlington will be 10:00 AM Thursday, July 17, 2008 at Kilpatrick Funeral Home of Monroe with Rev. Kurt Auger officiating. Mr. Hunter was born April 18, 1936 in Spencer, LA and passed away July 15, 2008 in Monroe, LA. He served in the U. S. Army for over 5 years and then worked for Graphic Packaging as a mechanical engineer, where he retired with 36 years of service. He loved to hunt, fish and to be outdoors. He had many friends and was always there to help anyone. He will be dearly missed by family and friends. Mr. Hunter was a loving husband, father, and grandfather that received a lot of enjoyment out of his grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents: Phelan and Era Hunter; brother: Lavoy Hunter; and sister: Ramah Franklin. Mr. Hunter is survived by his wife, Yvette Lebon Hunter; daughter: Valencia L. Hunter; son: Edwin W. Hunter and wife, Tina Hunter; granddaughters: Adrienne M. Gowan and husband, Chris Gowan, Danielle Caston, Ashton Hunter; grandson: Lance Hunter; great grandson: Jaid Gowan; sister: Shirley Moore; brother: Charles Hunter; and many nieces and nephews. Visitation will be 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM Wednesday, July 16, 2008, at Kilpatrick Funeral Home of Monroe. Online condolences may be made to the family at kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com.

MRS. LOIS WILHITE ANDERS Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Rd Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mrs. Lois Wilhite Anders, 79, of Monroe, LA, will be held at 10:00 AM Thursday, July 17, 2008, at Mulhearn Memorial Park Mausoleum with Rev. Larry Stafford officiating. Interment will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery. Mrs. Anders passed away on July 15, 2008, at St. Francis Medical Center. She retired as a nurse's aide in 1973 from St. Francis Medical Center and Glenwood Regional Medical Center. Later she enjoyed being a homemaker, day care owner, and traveling. But the thing she enjoyed most was working in her yard where she grew flowers that a florist would be proud of. Mrs. Anders was preceded in death by her husband J. D."Doc" Anders; parents, Elton and Eunice Wilhite; sister, Edith Wilhite Banks; and brother, Tom Wilhite. Survivors include her two daughters, Betty Anders Reinhardt and husband Roger of West Monroe; Freda Anders Graham of Monroe; three grandchildren, Kristy Fuller Hutson and husband Curt of Prairieville; David Craig Fuller of Slidell; and Dr. Jeremy Graham of Baton Rouge; and three great grandchildren, Harrison, Larkan, and Falan Hutson all of Prairieville. Visitation will be from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM Wednesday at Mulhearn Funeral Home. The family would like to express a special thanks to her dear friend Otis Fuller of Rayville; Dr. Emile Barrow and Kami Worley; and Dr. David Yarbrough for their love and care of Mrs. Anders. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com

OLAN DEAN TYLER FARRAR FUNERAL HOME Farmerville, LA. Funeral services for O. D. (Dean) Tyler will be held at 2:00 PM on Thursday, July 17, 2008 at First Baptist Church in Farmerville with Bro. Kurt Auger and Dr. James E. Parker officiating. Interment will follow at Roselawn Memorial Gardens in Calhoun, LA under the direction of Farrar Funeral Home of Farmerville. Dean will be laid to rest beside his beloved wife and best friend for 54 ½ years, Miriam Honey Tyler. Dean, 82 years old, was born on June 1, 1926 to the union of parents, Ernest Devoe Tyler and Mary Batton Tyler of Zwolle, LA, who preceded him in death. Also preceding him in death was Dean's one sister, Joyce Tyler Griffin of Palestine, TX; and his first grandchild, Debra Pomeroy Ponn. Surviving him is a daughter, Maydra Johnston Pomeroy of West Monroe, LA and a son, Duran Allen Johnston of Bastrop, LA, four grandchildren and seven great grandchildren. Dean was a graduate of Northwestern College at Natchitoches, LA and was employed by Ford, Bacon & Davis, Inc. for 34 years, until retirement. He was a veteran of World War II, serving with the Navy and the Marines in the South Pacific Theatre. One of his greatest joys was teaching the First Baptist Sunday School Class for Adult Men in Farmerville, which he did for many years. An avid outdoorsman, Dean suffered a stroke in November 2000, and had been confined to home since that time. Pallbearers will be family members: Lewis Curry of Keatchie, John Honey and Michael Honey of Baton Rouge, Ron Loveday and Gregg Loveday of Mississippi and Bart Greenwood of Bastrop. Honorary pallbearers will be Dick Aulds, John Drew Taylor, Wes Jinks and the Farmerville First Baptist Church Adult Mens Sunday School Class. Visitation will be at the church on Thursday at 12:30 until time of service. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Louisiana Baptist Childrens Home in Monroe, LA or First Baptist Church of Farmerville. Online messages may be sent to the family at www.farrarfh.com.

REV. ROSS ROBINSON Edmonds Funeral Home Jonesboro, LA Funeral services for Rev. Ross Robinson of Jonesboro will be held on Wednesday, July 16, 2008, at Edmonds Funeral Home Chapel in Jonesboro at 2:00 PM, with Rev. Geary Phillips and Rev. Don Doughty officiating. Interment will follow in the Gayla Traina Cemetery in Jonesboro. Rev. Robinson passed away on Monday, July 14, 2008 in Jonesboro. Born on September 17, 1917, he was 90. He is survived by his wife, Rita Hartsfield Robinson of Jonesboro, LA. One Daughter, Jean Osteen and husband Bill of Hodge, LA. One Sister, Martiel Abraham of Lake Charles, LA. One Brother, Carol Robinson and wife Obilee of Jonesboro, LA. Three Grandchildren, Terry Rowe and wife Donna of Lafayette, LA. Vickie Fox and husband Steven of Newnan, GA. Dana Gibson and husband Ronnie of Calhoun, LA. Six Great-Grandchildren. and One Great-Great-Grandchild. Mr. Robinson is preceded in death by one son, Rev. Thomas Ray Robinson and his wife, Elvie Robinson. Pallbearers will be Terry Rowe, Steven Fox, Jerry Robinson, Morgan Barkley, Phillip Wright, Mike Makepeace and Ken Hartsfield.

THOMAS O. EUBANKS Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road, Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mr. Thomas O. Eubanks, 65, of Monroe, LA will be held at 2:00 PM Friday, July 18, 2008, in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe, with Mr. Nat Barnett and Rev. Bob Clanton officiating. Interment will follow at Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery. Mr. Eubanks passed away Tuesday, July 15, 2008. He was the Retired Service Manager for Ryan Chevrolet. He was preceded in death by his parents, Otho and Johnnie Eubanks; brothers, Bob and Randy Eubanks; great granddaughter, Madilyn Ritchie. Survivors include wife, Jean Eubanks of West Monroe, LA; children, Thomas Lloyd Eubanks and wife Renita of West Monroe, LA, Michelle Upshaw and husband Ken of West Monroe, LA, and Melissa Eubanks of West Monroe, LA; eight grandchildren; and ten great grand children. Pallbearers will be his grandsons and granddaughter. Visitation will be Thursday, July 17, 2008 from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Special thanks to Dr. Brookhouse, Dr. Barron and his favorite nurses, Esther and David. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneral home.com

Alberta Anderson, 76
BASTROP — Alberta Anderson, a custodian, died Friday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home.

Robert Burrell, 44
BASTROP — Robert Burrell, construction worker, died Monday. Services are incomplete under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home.

Curtis E. Campbell, 51
WISNER — Curtis E. Campbell, an employee of Haring Farm Planting Partnership, died Monday. Services are 10 a.m. Thursday at South Central Baptist Church in Wisner. Burial will be in South Central Cemetery under the direction of Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home in Winnsboro. Visitation is 5 to 9 p.m. today at the church.

Auther Kline Chapman, 61
DELHI — Auther Kline Chapman, an auto mechanic and barber, died Sunday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Funerals by McFarland of Delhi.

Donte' Clacks, 10
BASTROP — Donte' Clacks, son of Eureka Clacks, died Saturday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home.

Christopher Glenn Ellerbe, 26
CLEVELAND, Miss. — Christopher Glenn Ellerbe, a construction worker, died Sunday. A memorial service will be held at a later date under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home in West Monroe.

Jack D. Ellerbee, 27
TALLULAH — Jack Donaldson Ellerbee, a salesman, died Monday. Services are 11 a.m. Thursday at St. Edward Catholic Church. Burial will be in Memorial Park Cemetery under the direction of Crothers-Glenwood Funeral Home. Visitation will be 10 a.m. Thursday in the church's fellowship hall.

Clevon Emerson Sr., 68
RUSTON — Clevon Emerson Sr., a laborer, died Monday. Graveside services are 11 a.m. Thursday in Pleasant Grove Cemetery in Downsville under the direction of King's Funeral Home. Visitation is 5 p.m. today to 8 a.m. Thursday at the funeral home.

Charles Gayles, 41
RAYVILLE — Charles Gayles died Thursday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville.

Stacy Gleisner, 50
Stacy Gleisner of Monroe, a homemaker, died Monday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home on Sterlington Road.

Oliver Hall, 61
Oliver Hall of West Monroe died Monday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Morning Star Baptist Church in Alto. Burial will be in Adile Cemetery in Alto under the direction of Hester Central State Funeral Home. Visitation is 6 to 7 p.m. Friday at the funeral home.

Beverly Marie Johnson, 82
Beverly Marie Johnson of West Monroe, a church secretary, died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home in West Monroe.

Robert Madison, 71
Robert Madison of Monroe, a handyman, died Monday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Funerals by McFarland of Monroe.

Billy Ray Peavy, 48
FERRIDAY — Billy Ray Peavy, a computer technician, died Monday. Services are 2 p.m. Thursday at Community Pentecostal Church in Manifest. Burial will be in Heard Cemetery in Manfiest under the direction of Comer Funeral Home in Ferriday. Visitation will be 5 to 10 p.m. today and 9 a.m. until service tome Thursday at the church.

Minnie Perkins, 75
RAYVILLE — Minnie Perkins, a homemaker, died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Bastrop.

Passion Smith, 17
JONESBORO — Passion Smith died Saturday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Jonesboro-Hodge Auditorium. Burial will be in Sandhill Cemetery in Quitman under the direction of Paradise Funeral Home. Visitation will be 6 to 7 p.m. Friday at the funeral home.

William Hardy Strain, 82
RUSTON — William Hardy Strain, retired from Lincoln Parish schools, died Monday. Services are 10 a.m. Thursday at Cook Baptist Church. Burial will be in Forest Lawn Cemetery under the direction of Owens Memorial Chapel Funeral Home. Visitation is 6 to 8 p.m. today at the funeral home.

Danny Stuart, 61
KEITHVILLE — Danny Stuart, formerly of Bastrop, a millwright with General Motors Corp., died Sunday. Services are 10 a.m. Friday at Cox Funeral Home in Bastrop. Burial will be in Memorial Park Cemetery. Visitation will be 5 to 8 p.m. at the funeral home.

Michael Byron Wattick, 46
Michael Byron Wattick of Monroe, co-owner of Carpet Cleaners, died Sunday. Services are 10 a.m. Friday at Mulhearn Funeral Home on Sterlington Road. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery. Visitation will be 5 to 7 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home.

James Clifford Welch, 79
WINNSBORO — James Clifford Welch, a farmer, died Monday. Services are 10 a.m. today at Gill First National Funeral Home. Burial will be in Oakley Cemetery in Gilbert.

Mary L. Wilson, 61
RAYVILLE — Mary L. Wilson, a certified nursing assistant, died Saturday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Bastrop.

Previously acknowledged
Bruce, Paul Eugene: 1 p.m. Saturday, China Grove Baptist Church, Lake Providence.
Byrd, Vonyelle: 1 p.m. Thursday, New Generations Baptist Church, Monroe.
Martin, Louise: 1 p.m. Friday, First Zion Baptist Church, Winnsboro.
Martin, Melba New: 10 a.m. today, First Baptist Church, Homer.
Neeley II, Wade R.: 2 p.m. Sunday, Mount Vernnon Baptist Church, West Monroe.
Powell, Elnora: 2:30 p.m. Saturday, St. Mary Baptist Church, Lake Providence.
Robinson, Ross: 2 p.m. today, Edmonds Funeral Home, Jonesboro.
Tindall, Gracie: 2 p.m. today, Bethel Baptist Church, Lillie.
Toney, Carolyn Faye Stamper: 2 p.m. Wednesday, St. Peter's Baptist Church, Monroe.
Welch, James Clifford: 10 a.m. today, Gill First National Funeral Home, Winnsboro

July 17, 2008 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

BENA PLUNKETT TAYLOR Monroe, LA Memorial Services for Mrs. Bena Bell Plunkett Taylor, 67, of West Monroe, LA will be held at 5:00 P.M. Friday, July 18, 2008 at the Calvary Baptist Church, 1155 Hwy 594 Monroe, LA . Bena passed away on July 15, 2008 at the St. Francis North Medical Center after a hard fought battle with cancer. She was a hairdresser for many years as well as a waitress and store clerk. The thing she enjoyed most was spending time with family and friends. She was always loving and loyal to all. She is preceded in death by her husband, Douglas Taylor; parents, Moses and Lillie Plunkett; brother, Eugene Plunkett; sisters, Billie Plunkett, Mozelle Smith, Mary Howard and Opal Williams. Survivors include one son, Douglas Taylor Jr. and wife Myna; two daughters, Bille Lee and husband Warren and Peggy Cascio and husband James Jr.; five grandchildren, Heather Taylor, Ashley Lee, Doug Lee, James Edgar Pailette and Kim Wiggins; five great grandchildren, Maura, Riley, Angel, Kaylee and James; brother, Clayton Plunkett and wife Betty; sister, Helen Froust and husband Arvis, all of West Monroe; one sister, Lola Mae Tripp of Texarkana, AR; numerous nieces and nephews; and special friend Michael Cox of Oak Grove. The family would like to invite family and friends to join with us in a celebration of her life and journey to be with her heavenly Father following the memorial service at the same location. Remembrances in the way of flowers can be delivered to Calvary Baptist Church at 1155 Hwy 594 Monroe, LA. Memorials may also be made to the American Cancer Society. For any additional information please contact Peggy at 376-9544, Billie at 680-9755 or Sonny at 348-1830.

BEVERLY MARIE MILLIS JOHNSON Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Services for Beverly Marie Millis Johnson, 82, of Monroe, LA, will be held at 10:00 AM Friday, July 18, 2008 in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe with Rev. Larry Ferris and Rev. Todd Perry officiating. Interment will follow at Roselawn Memorial Gardens Cemetery in Calhoun, LA under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe, LA. Pallbearers will be Roger Crawley, Jack Miller, David Roark, Jerry Roark, Roy Smith, and Steve Wilson. Mrs. Johnson passed away on July 15, 2008 at Ridgecrest Nursing Home in West Monroe, LA. She was preceded in death by her husband, Rev. Everette A. Johnson; parents, Eunice Crews Millis Henderson and Roy Millis; and sisters, Margery Bearden and Marian Malone. Survivors include her daughter, Ashley Pridgen and husband Carson; son, Noel Johnson and wife Tammy; grandchildren: Greg Pridgen and wife Janet Marie, Gretchen Pridgen, Haley Martin and husband Darrell, Kacey Eppinette and husband Chad; great-grandchildren: Justice and Jake Pridgen, Isabelle Martin, Leighton Eppinette; and many other beloved family members. Mrs. Johnson was known as "Mussie" to her family and friends. She worked with her husband in the pastorate of the West Monroe First Church of the Nazarene for 27 years and held the office of Missions Secretary for the LA district for many years. Later in life, she was a member of the Nazarene Church in Monroe where she served as a Sunday School teacher. During her husband's lengthy illness and until his death, she selflessly cared for him in their home. Mussie lived her life in service to God and others. The family expresses deep gratitude to Ridgecrest Nursing Home, Hospice Care of Louisiana, Avalon Place, and Best Home Health for their care and kindness. Memorials may be made to the Alzheimer's Association or the American Cancer Society. Visitation will be Thursday 6:00 PM until 8:00 PM at Mulhearn Funeral Home in West Monroe. Online Registry/Condolences www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com

MRS. ALMA R. HARPER Kilpatrick Funeral Home Ruston, LA A celebration of life for Mrs. Alma R. Harper of Dubach will be held at 2:00 PM Sunday July 20, 2008 at Fellowship Baptist Church in Dubach. Officiating the service will be Rev. Connie Smith under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home in Ruston. Mrs. Harper passed away July 16, 2008. She was a graduate of LA. Tech University. She was preceded in death by her parents J.A. and Hazel Jarmon. She is survived by her husband, Eddie Harper of Dubach; son: Chris and Misty Harper of Downsville; only grandson: Jessie Harper of Downsville and other cousins and family. In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society or the Fellowship Baptist Church in Dubach. Visitation will be from 1:30 PM till time of service Sunday at the Fellowship Baptist Church in Dubach, LA. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com

STACY GLEISNER Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mrs. Stacy Gleisner, 50, of Monroe, LA will be held at 10:00 AM Friday, July 18, 2008 at the Mulhearn Memorial Park Mausoleum, Hwy 80 East, Monroe, LA with the Rev. Gregg Riley officiating. Interment will follow at Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery. Mrs. Stacy Gleisner was born on June 6, 1958 in Orange, New Jersey to her parents, Michael Gleisner and Mildred Newman-Miller. She was a long time resident of Monroe, LA. A 1976 graduate of Ouachita High School, Stacy went on to attend Northeast Louisiana University in Monroe. Like her mother, she had a love of animals and the outdoors. She always loved going out to dinner and movie. She was a long term resident of Monroe Manor Nursing Home, due to her life long struggle with diabetes. Survivors include her sister, Cathryne Michelle Hill and husband Tom of Rancho Mirage, California. She will be missed by the staff and residents of Monroe Manor Nursing Home. Visitation will be Thursday, July 17, 2008 from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Donations may be made to American Diabetes Association, 2644 S. Sherwood Forest Blvd, Suite 122, Baton Rouge, LA 70816. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com

STEVEN D. REDDEN Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Memorial services for Steven D. Redden, 57, of Monroe, LA will be held at 11:00 AM, Friday, July 18, 2008 in the chapel of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe. LA. Mr. Redden was born December 9, 1950 in Monroe, LA and passed away July 14, 2008 in Mississippi. He was preceded in death by his parents, Margaret and Bobby Redden of Monroe. He is survived by his daughters; Ashley Redden of Poplarville, MS and Shannon Redden of West Monroe, LA; sister, Constance M. Walls of San Antonio, TX; brother, Michael E. Redden of Black Mountain, North Carolina; wife, Betty Redden of Poplarville, MS ; sister-in-law, Greta Redden of Calhoun, LA; granddaughters, Alora Redden of West Monroe and Aubry Cockrell of Monroe, LA; nieces and nephews, Megan Snyder, Chris Snyder, Emily Marie Snyder, Danielle Redden, Russell Walls, Robert Walls, David Tarver , Aaron Tarver and Barry Tarver; extended family, Larry and Melissa Lawson, Lauren, Cutter, Tre' and Mariah. Honorary pallbearers will be Jack "Bo" Haley, David Redden, David Wall, David Tarver, Aaron Tarver, Woody Ramsey, Jim Thomason and Billy Wall. Visitation will be held Friday from 10:00 AM until 11:00 AM at Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com

Lois Wilhite Anders, 79
Lois Wilhite Anders of Monroe, a retired nurse's aide, died Tuesday. Services are 10 a.m. today at Memorial Park Mausoleum. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home on Sterlington Road.

Robert Burrell, 44
COLLINSTON — Robert Burrell, a construction worker, died Monday. Services are 1 p.m. Monday at the Morehouse Assembly Building in Bastrop. Burial will be in Jerusalem Cemetery in Mer Rouge under the direction of Tennant Family Funeral Home, Bastrop. Visitation will be 6 to 7 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home.

Auther Kline Chapman, 61
DELHI — Auther Kline Chapman, a mechanic and barber, died Sunday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Funerals by McFarland of Delhi. Burial will be in Turkey Creek Cemetery. Visitation will be 2 to 6 p.m. Friday at the funeral home.

Donte' Clacks, 10
BASTROP — Donte' Clacks, a student, died Saturday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at the Morehouse Assembly Building in Bastrop. Burial will be in H.V. Adams Cemetery under the direction of Tennant Family Funeral Home, Bastrop. Visitation will be 6 to 7 p.m. at the funeral home.

Cecelia Ann Bradley Clayton, 84
Cecelia Ann Bradley Clayton of Monroe, a retired employee with the ULM Pure and Applied Sciences Department, died Sunday. Services are 10 a.m. Friday at Memorial United Methodist Church under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home on Sterlington Road.

Albert Crothers, 66
TEMPLE, Texas — Albert Crothers, formerly of Ferriday, died Wednesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Young's Funeral Home in Ferriday.

Thomas Eubanks, 65
Thomas O. Eubanks of Monroe, a retired service manager, died Tuesday. Services are 2 p.m. Friday at Mulhearn Funeral Home on Sterlington Road. Burial will be at Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery. Visitation will be 5 to 8 p.m. today at the funeral home.

Charles Gayles, 41
NEWELLTON — Charles Gayles died Thursday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at Newellton Chapel Baptist Church. Burial will be in Wyoming Cemetery under the direction of Tennant Family Funeral Home, Rayville.

Bena Gunther, 82
Bena Flossie Bell Plunkett Taylor Gunther, of Monroe, a homemaker, died Tuesday. Services are noon Friday at Mulhearn Mausoleum in Monroe. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home of West Monroe. Visitation is 5 to 7 p.m. today at the funeral home.

Calvin Humphries, 79
FORT NECESSITY — Calvin Humphries, a carpenter, died Tuesday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Gill First National Funeral Home in Winnsboro. Burial will be in Oak Grove Baptist Church Cemetery near Winnsboro.

O. 'Wayne' Hunter, 72
Olan "Wayne" Hunter of Sterlington, a retired mechanical engineer for Graphic Packaging, died Tuesday. Services are 10 a.m. today at Kilpatrick Funeral Home of Monroe.

Robert Madison, 71
Robert Madison of Monroe, a laborer and chauffeur, died Tuesday. Services will be 11 a.m. Friday at Funerals by McFarland in Monroe. Burial will be in Mangolia Cemetery. Visitation will be 1 to 6 p.m. today at the funeral home.

Lloyd Munholland, 35
CROWVILLE — Lloyd LaDale Mitchell Munholland, a mechanic, died Wednesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Brown-Holley Funeral Home in Rayville.

Delton L. Parker, 75
GRAYSON — Delton Lavelle Parker, a retired Caldwell Parish deputy, died Wednesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Riser Funeral Home of Columbia.

Minnie Perkins, 94
RAYVILLE — Minnie Perkins, a homemaker, died Tuesday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Hamlet Temple AME. Burial will be in James Chapel in Girard under the direction of Tennant Family Funeral Home, Rayville. Visitation will be 6 to 7 p.m. at the funeral home.

Ruth Ellen Relaford, 81
SICILY ISLAND — Ruth Ellen Relaford, a nurse, died Tuesday. Services are 2 p.m. Friday at Pioneer Baptist Church, Pioneer. Burial will be in New Forest Cemetery in Forest under the direction of Cox Funeral Home, Oak Grove. Visitation will be 6 to 9 p.m. today at the funeral home.

Jodie Sue Smith, 82
FARMERVILLE — Jodie Sue Smith, formerly of El Dorado, Ark., a retired secretary for the El Dorado Police Department, died Tuesday. Services are 11 a.m. Friday at Young's Funeral Home in El Dorado. Burial will be in Rest Haven Memorial Park in El Dorado. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to service time Friday at the funeral home.

John Calvin Sowder, 88
John Calvin Sowder of Monroe, a retired executive, died Wednesday. Private graveside services will be Friday at Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home on Sterlington Road. Visitation will be 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. at the funeral home.

Pearl Hedgepeth Wallace, 77
Pearl Hedgepeth Wallace of West Monroe, a retired employee of Village Pharmacy, died Wednesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home in West Monroe.

Rev. Dorsey White Sr., 80
FORT NECESSITY — The Rev. Dorsey White Sr., a minister, died Monday. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at River of Life Church in Winnsboro. Burial will be in Morning Star Cemetery in Fort Necessity under the direction of Richardson-Sims Funeral Home, Winnsboro. A wake service will be 6 to 7 p.m. at Pleasant Star Baptist Church in Winnsboro.

Mary L. Wilson, 61
RAYVILLE — Mary L. Wilson, a certified nursing assistant, died Saturday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at Mount Zion Baptist Church in Rayville. Burial will be in Royal Blue Cemetery under the direction of Tennant Family Funeral Home, Rayville. Visitation wil be 7 to 8 p.m. at the funeral home.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED
Bruce, Paul Eugene: 1 p.m. Saturday, China Grove Baptist Church, Lake Providence.
Byrd, Vonyelle: 1 p.m. today, New Generations Baptist Church, Monroe.
Campbell, Curtis E.: 10 a.m. today, South Central Baptist Church, Wisner.
Ellerbee, Jack D.: 11 a.m. today, St. Edward Catholic Church, Tallulah.
Emerson Sr., Clevon: 11 a.m. today, Pleasant Grove Cemetery, Downsville.
Hall, Oliver: 11 a.m. Saturday, Morning Star Baptist Church, Alto.
Martin, Louise: 1 p.m. Friday, First Zion Baptist Church, Winnsboro.
Neeley II, Wade R.: 2 p.m. Sunday, Mount Vernon Baptist Church, West Monroe.
Peavy, Billy Ray: 2 p.m. today, Community Pentecostal Church, Manifest.
Powell, Elnora: 2:30 p.m. Saturday, St. Mary Baptist Church, Lake Providence.
Smith, Passion: 11 a.m. Saturday, Jonesboro-Hodge Auditorium.
Strain, William Hardy: 10 a.m. today, Cook Baptist Church, Ruston.
Stuart, Danny: 10 a.m. Friday, Cox Funeral Home, Bastrop.
Toney, Carolyn Faye Stamper: 2 p.m. today, St. Peter's Baptist Church, Monroe.
Wattick, Michael Byron: 10 a.m. Friday, Mulhearn Funeral Home, Monroe.

July 18, 2008 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

KAREN WILLIAMSON Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Rayville, LA Graveside services for Karen Williamson, 55, of Mangham, LA will be held at 10:00 AM, Saturday, July 19, 2008 at Prewitt Cemetery, Mangham, under the direction of Brown-Holley Funeral Home in Rayville, LA. Karen was born on November 8, 1952 and passed away on Thursday, July 17, 2008. Miss Williamson was a teller at Richland State Bank in Rayville and the secretary and treasurer of Bethlehem Baptist Church. She loved to watch High School sports. Survivors include her father and mother, Bill and Irbalea Williamson; sister, Rita Remore and husband, Billy Joe; nieces and nephews, Billy Bob and Tiffany Remore and Aleasha and William Waller; great niece and great nephew, Devin Remore and Leah Grace Waller all of Mangham, LA; numerous cousins and friends. Visitation will be 4:30 PM till 8:00 PM, Friday, at Brown-Holley Funeral Home in Rayville. Memorials may be made to the Louisiana Baptist Children's Home in Monroe or the River City Humane Society for Cats in Monroe. To leave condolences for the family go online to www.brownholleyfuneral homes.com

LADALE MITCHELL MUNHOLLAND Brown-Holley Funeral Home Rayville, LA Funeral services for LaDale Mitchell Munholland, 35, of Crowville, LA will be held at 2:00 PM, Friday, July 18, 2008 at Brown-Holley Funeral Chapel in Rayville with Rev. Jerry Hunt, Sr. officiating. Interment will follow in Lynn Cemetery. LaDale was born on November 26, 1972 and passed away on Wednesday, July 16, 2008. He was a U.S. Marine Corp veteran, serving in Desert Storm. Survivors include his wife, Amy Munholland of Crowville; daughter, Ellie Claire Munholland of Crowville; parents, Wanda Suggs and husband, Rickey of Guys, TN, David Munholland and wife, Toni of Crowville; sisters, April McMurry, Amber, and Abbey Munholland all of Crowville; maternal grandmother, Dorothy Berry of Rayville; mother and Father-in-law, Mary K. Freeman of West Monroe and Curt Freeman of Sebastopol, CA. Pallbearers will be Brad Shows, Corey Griffin, Mark Steed, Rusty Allen, Kris Spillers, and Scotty Smitherman. Honorary Pallbearers are Jamie McDaniel and D.J. Love. To leave condolences for the family go online to www.brownholleyfuneral homes.com

LOYZELL GRIFFIN PICKETT Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road, Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mrs. Loyzell Griffin Pickett, 82, of Monroe, LA will be held at 10:00 AM Saturday, July 19, 2008 at West New Home Baptist Church at Holly Ridge, LA with Rev. Mickey Bounds and Rev. Norman Bryant officiating. Interment will follow at Epps Cemetery at Epps, LA. under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road. Mrs. Pickett passed away Wednesday, July 16, 2008, After a courageous battle with cancer. She was born July 23, 1925, at Truxno, LA. She was a member of Calvary Baptist Church. She was a former member of Highland Park Baptist Church. She was preceded in death by her husband Charles Willis Pickett and her parents Clarence Lee and Ethel Griffin, two brothers, Charles Griffin and his wife Agnes and Jack Griffin; one sister, Florence Hamaker. Survivors include her sons, Wayne Pickett and wife JoAnn of Oak Grove, LA and Scott Pickett and wife Lou Ann of Monroe, LA; daughter, Pat Montgomery and husband Scott of Monroe, LA; grandsons, Ashley Pickett and wife Heather of Ruston, LA and Clay Pickett and wife Krystal of Irving, TX; granddaughters, Melanie St. Clair and husband Royce of Farmerville, LA, Amy Weems and husband Brian of Bossier, LA, and April Runions of Hohenwald, TN; nine great grandchildren, Amber, Brittney, Jessica, Jareod, Dillian, Landen, Carson, Shelby and Bennett; a sister, Roxie Payne of Goodwill, LA and one sister-in-law Esther Griffin of Monroe, LA. A host of nieces, nephews and friends. Pallbearers will be, Ashley Pickett, Clay Pickett, Royce St. Clair, Brian Weems, Houston Pickett and Edward Pickett. Honorary Pallbearers are Bendal Clack, Claydeen Clack, Carl Newman, Danny Hale and Eric Silk. Visitation will be Friday, July 18, 2008 from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. The family wishes to express their appreciation to Drs. Floyd Jones, Ronald Koepke and Henry Zizzi for their care as well as Patient's Choice Hospice. A special thanks to her caregivers Angie and Gloria Brown, and former caregiver Dianne James. Memorials may be made to West New Home Baptist Church or the charity of your choice. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneral home.com

MAURELL B. THURMAN Houston, TX Maurell B. Thurman, 86, died peacefully on July 16, 2008 in Houston, Texas after a brief illness. She was born October 30, 1921 to Archie L. and Eunice Burson in Strong, Arkansas and later moved with her family to Louisiana where she graduated from Central High School near Delhi. She was married to James K. Thurman for twenty-four years, was a resident of Monroe, Louisiana for more than 45 years, and long time member of Parkview Baptist Church in Monroe. She was president and general manager of Thurmanize Cleaners, Inc. in Monroe for 27 years until she retired in 1991. In 2001, she moved to Houston, Texas to be near her son and his family. She was much loved as a daughter, mother, wife, sister, grandmother, and great-grandmother. Her life was centered on her family to whom she was always loving and totally devoted. She is survived by her son Ken Thurman and his wife Linda (Humble, TX); brother Ernest Burson and wife Dorothy (West Monroe, LA); sister Merilyn Chriceol and husband Henry (West Monroe, LA); two granddaughters Laura Wimberly and husband Charlton (Humble, TX) and Lindsay Newcomer and husband Kyle (Bryan, TX); and great-grandson Steven Wimberly (Humble, TX). She is preceded in death by her parents and three brothers, Monroe Burson, Rebern Burson, and Archie Burson, Jr. A memorial service will be conducted at eleven o'clock in the morning on Saturday, the 19th of July, 2008 in the Morrow Chapel at The Settegast-Kopf Co. at Sugar Creek (15015 Southwest Freeway, Sugar Land, Texas, 77478, 281-565-5015). Officiating will be Rev. David L. Wakeland, pastor of Southwest Presbyterian Church. Interment will take place in Rosewood Cemetery in Humble, Texas. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made in Maurell's memory to either Southwest Presbyterian Church's Building Fund, 6033 South Rice Boulevard, Bellaire, TX 77401or the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation, Houston Gulf Coast Chapter, 2425 Fountainview, Suite 280, Houston, Texas 77057. Please join us in celebrating Maurell's life by visiting her Memorial at www.mem.com. Through the personal Guest Book on this site, we invite you to share your thoughts and fond memories with our family.

PEARL HEDGEPETH WALLACE Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral service for Pearl Hedgepeth Wallace, 77, of West Monroe will be held at 10:00 AM Saturday July, 19, 2008 in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home in West Monroe, LA with Rev. Ricky Baker officiating. Interment will follow at Chase Cemetery in Winnsboro, LA under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Mrs. Wallace was born July 23, 1930 in Grenage, MS and died July 16, 2008. She was a member of the Living Way Church in West Monroe from 1964 to 2000 and retired from Village Pharmacy after working from 1972 until 1995. She is survived by: her husband of 60 years, Lenfield Wallace; two sons, Roger Wallace and wife Lori of West Monroe and J.R. Robinson and wife Sharon of Monroe; three sisters, Joyce Jones of Monroe, Sherrie Foster of Eros, and Alexzine Lawson of Rayville; four grand children; four great grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews. Pallbearers will be Eric Harper, James Dispenza, Bobby Anderson, Melvin Cagle, Russell Barker, and Danny Hedgepeth. Visitation will be from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM Friday July 18, 2008 at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Online Condolences/Registry: www.mulhearnfuneral home.com

STACY GLEISNER Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road, Monroe, LA Funeral services for Stacy Gleisner, 50, of Monroe, LA will be held at 10:00 AM Friday, July 18, 2008 at the Mulhearn Memorial Park Mausoleum, Hwy 80 East, Monroe, LA with the Rev. Gregg Riley officiating. Interment will follow at Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery. Stacy was born on June 4, 1958 in Orange, New Jersey to her parents, Michael Gleisner and Mildred Newman-Miller and passed away July 15, 2008 at St. Francis North Hospital. She was a long time resident of Monroe, LA. A 1976 graduate of Ouachita High School, Stacy went on to attend Northeast Louisiana University in Monroe. Like her mother, she had a love of animals and the outdoors. She always loved going out to dinner and movie. She was a long term resident of Monroe Manor Nursing Home, due to her life long struggle with diabetes. Survivors include her sister, Cathryne Michelle Hill and husband Tom of Rancho Mirage, California. She will be missed by the staff and residents of Monroe Manor Nursing Home. Visitation will be Thursday, July 17, 2008 from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Donations may be made to American Diabetes Association, 2644 S. Sherwood Forest Blvd, Suite 122, Baton Rouge, LA 70816. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneral home.com

Alberta Anderson, 76
ORLANDO, Fla. — Alberta Anderson, formerly of Bastrop, a custodian, died July 11. Services are 11 a.m. Tuesday at St. Timothy Missionary Baptist Church, Bastrop. Visitation is 6-7 p.m. Monday at Tennant Funeral Home, Bastrop. Burial will be in H.V. Adams Cemetery.

Robert Burrell, 44
COLLINSTON — Robert Burrell, a construction worker, died July 14. Services are 1 p.m. Monday at Morehouse Association Building, Bastrop. Visitation is 6-7 p.m. Sunday at Tennant Funeral Home, Bastrop. Burial will be in Jerusalem Cemetery, Mer Rouge.

Albert 'Bubba' Crothers, 66
GEORGETOWN, Texas — Albert Baucum "Bubba" Crothers, an insurance broker, died Tuesday. Services are 10 a.m. Monday at Sevier Memorial United Methodist Church, Ferriday. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Sunday at Young's Funeral Home, Ferriday. Burial is at 3 p.m. Monday in Calhoun Cemetery, Calhoun.

Glenda Franklin, 54
SAN DIEGO, Calif. — Glenda Franklin, formerly of Monroe, died Wednesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Funerals by McFarland, Monroe.

Lanny A. Franks, 49
Lanny A. Franks of West Monroe, a telecommunications lead installer, died Thursday. Services are 2 p.m. Sunday at Living Way Apostolic Church, West Monroe. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. today at the church. Burial will be in Roselawn Memorial Gardens under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Charles Gales, 41
NEWELLTON — Charles Gales, died July 10. Services are 1 p.m. today at Newellton Chapel Baptist Church, Newellton. Visitation is 11 a.m. today until service time at the church. Burial will be in Wyoming Cemetery under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville.

Vera Mae Gantt, 88
Vera Mae Gantt of West Monroe, a homemaker, died July 15. Services are 11 a.m. Tuesday at Dyers Chapel CME Church, West Monroe. Visitation is 1-7 p.m. Monday at Miller Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens.

Lela Lenard McClain, 79
Lela Lenard McClain of West Monroe, retired from K-Mart, died Friday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Loyzell Griffin Pickett, 82
Loyzell Griffin Pickett of Monroe, a homemaker, died Thursday. Services are 10 a.m. today at West New Home Baptist Church, Holly Ridge. Burial will be in Epps Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe.

Pearl H. Wallace, 77
Pearl Hedgepeth Wallace of West Monroe, retired employee of Village Pharmacy, died Wednesday. Services are 10 a.m. today at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Visitation is 9 a.m. today until service time. Burial will be in Chase Cemetery, Winnsboro.

Mary Karen Williamson, 55
MANGHAM — Mary Karen Williamson, a teller at Richland State Bank, died Thursday. Graveside services are 10 a.m. today at Prewitt Cemetery, Mangham, under the direction of Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Rayville.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED
Bruce, Paul Eugene: 1 p.m. today, China Grove Baptist Church, Lake Providence.
Chapman, Auther Kline: 11 a.m. today, Funerals By McFarland, Delhi.
Clacks, Donte': 11 a.m. today, Morehouse Assembly Building, Bastrop.
Gantt, Vera Mae: 11 a.m. Tuesday, Dyers Chapel CME Church, West Monroe.
Garrett, Gertrude Lectoria: 2 p.m. Sunday, Bethlehem Baptist Church, Calvin.
Hall, Oliver: 11 a.m. today, Morning Star Baptist Church, Alto.
Harris, Mable: 11 a.m. Wednesday, Botts Chapel AME, Strong, Ark.
Perkins, Minnie: 11 a.m. today, Hamlet Temple AME, Rayville.
Powell, Elnora: 2:30 p.m. today, St. Mary Baptist Church, Lake Providence.
Rolf, Edward O.: 2 p.m. today, Trinity United Methodist Church, Ruston.
Smith, Passion: 11 a.m. today, Jonesboro-Hodge Auditorium.
Strain, William Hardy: 10 a.m. today, Cook Baptist Church, Ruston.
White Sr., Rev. Dorsey: 2 p.m. today, River of Life Church, Winnsboro.
Wilson, Mary L.: 1 p.m. today, Mount Zion Baptist Church, Rayville.

July 19 , 2008 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

AVIS EVELYN CRUSE HAMMOND Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral service for Mrs. Avis Evelyn Cruse Hammond, 88, of West Monroe, LA will be held at 2:00 PM Sunday July 20, 2008 in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe with Rev. Rusty Grant officiating. Interment will follow at New Chapel Hill Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home. Mrs. Hammond is preceded in death by her husband, James William Hammond; sister, Aline Cruse and her parents, Calvin and Louetta Cruse. Survivors include daughter, Sharon Adams and husband Mark; grandchildren, Lori Manfull and husband Wesley, Tracy Alexander and husband Andy, Kevin Adams, and Josh Adams; and three great grandchildren, Will, Skylar, and Hunter Cash Alexander. Visitation will be from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM Saturday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Memorials may be made to Edgewood Baptist Church, 501 Travis Street, West Monroe, LA. Online Condolence/Registry: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com

In loving Memory of Jocelyn Turnbow We love you, Momma, Daddy, Alana, Grandma Wanda and Grandma Carol

LILLIE LYEET CAMPBELL RICHARDSON Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral services for Lillie Lyeet Campbell Richardson, 84, of West Monroe will be held 2:00 PM Saturday July 19, 2008 in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe with Mr. Mac Owen officiating. Interment will follow at Hasley Cemetery in West Monroe under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home. Lillie was a great cook and also a wonderful quilt maker. She lived in Panama while her husband was in the military. She loved her family and friends. Mrs. Richardson is preceded in death by her husband, K.B. "Red" Richardson; son, George Robert Willis; and numerous brothers and sisters. Survivors include: two grandchildren, Heather Jones and Byron Lee Willis; nieces, Ann Caples and Betty Jo Cleveland; nephews, Jack and Edward Parmer and Richard Campbell; numerous other great nieces and nephews; and great, great nieces and nephews. Visitation will be from 12:00 PM until service time on Saturday at Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe. Online Condolences/Registry: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com

Alberta Anderson, 76
ORLANDO, Fla. — Alberta Anderson, formerly of Bastrop, a custodian, died July 11. Services are 11 a.m. Tuesday at St. Timothy Missionary Baptist Church, Bastrop. Visitation is 6-7 p.m. Monday at Tennant Funeral Home, Bastrop. Burial will be in H.V. Adams Cemetery.

Robert Burrell, 44
COLLINSTON — Robert Burrell, a construction worker, died July 14. Services are 1 p.m. Monday at Morehouse Association Building, Bastrop. Visitation is 6-7 p.m. Sunday at Tennant Funeral Home, Bastrop. Burial will be in Jerusalem Cemetery, Mer Rouge.

Albert 'Bubba' Crothers, 66
GEORGETOWN, Texas — Albert Baucum "Bubba" Crothers, an insurance broker, died Tuesday. Services are 10 a.m. Monday at Sevier Memorial United Methodist Church, Ferriday. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Sunday at Young's Funeral Home, Ferriday. Burial is at 3 p.m. Monday in Calhoun Cemetery, Calhoun.

Glenda Franklin, 54
SAN DIEGO, Calif. — Glenda Franklin, formerly of Monroe, died Wednesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Funerals by McFarland, Monroe.

Lanny A. Franks, 49
Lanny A. Franks of West Monroe, a telecommunications lead installer, died Thursday. Services are 2 p.m. Sunday at Living Way Apostolic Church, West Monroe. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. today at the church. Burial will be in Roselawn Memorial Gardens under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Charles Gales, 41
NEWELLTON — Charles Gales, died July 10. Services are 1 p.m. today at Newellton Chapel Baptist Church, Newellton. Visitation is 11 a.m. today until service time at the church. Burial will be in Wyoming Cemetery under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville.

Vera Mae Gantt, 88
Vera Mae Gantt of West Monroe, a homemaker, died July 15. Services are 11 a.m. Tuesday at Dyers Chapel CME Church, West Monroe. Visitation is 1-7 p.m. Monday at Miller Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens.

Lela Lenard McClain, 79
Lela Lenard McClain of West Monroe, retired from K-Mart, died Friday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Loyzell Griffin Pickett, 82
Loyzell Griffin Pickett of Monroe, a homemaker, died Thursday. Services are 10 a.m. today at West New Home Baptist Church, Holly Ridge. Burial will be in Epps Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe.

Pearl H. Wallace, 77
Pearl Hedgepeth Wallace of West Monroe, retired employee of Village Pharmacy, died Wednesday. Services are 10 a.m. today at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Visitation is 9 a.m. today until service time. Burial will be in Chase Cemetery, Winnsboro.

Mary Karen Williamson, 55
MANGHAM — Mary Karen Williamson, a teller at Richland State Bank, died Thursday. Graveside services are 10 a.m. today at Prewitt Cemetery, Mangham, under the direction of Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Rayville.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED
Bruce, Paul Eugene: 1 p.m. today, China Grove Baptist Church, Lake Providence.
Chapman, Auther Kline: 11 a.m. today, Funerals By McFarland, Delhi.
Clacks, Donte': 11 a.m. today, Morehouse Assembly Building, Bastrop.
Gantt, Vera Mae: 11 a.m. Tuesday, Dyers Chapel CME Church, West Monroe.
Garrett, Gertrude Lectoria: 2 p.m. Sunday, Bethlehem Baptist Church, Calvin.
Hall, Oliver: 11 a.m. today, Morning Star Baptist Church, Alto.
Harris, Mable: 11 a.m. Wednesday, Botts Chapel AME, Strong, Ark.
Perkins, Minnie: 11 a.m. today, Hamlet Temple AME, Rayville.
Powell, Elnora: 2:30 p.m. today, St. Mary Baptist Church, Lake Providence.
Rolf, Edward O.: 2 p.m. today, Trinity United Methodist Church, Ruston.
Smith, Passion: 11 a.m. today, Jonesboro-Hodge Auditorium.
Strain, William Hardy: 10 a.m. today, Cook Baptist Church, Ruston.
White Sr., Rev. Dorsey: 2 p.m. today, River of Life Church, Winnsboro.
Wilson, Mary L.: 1 p.m. today, Mount Zion Baptist Church, Rayville.

July 20, 2008 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

ALBERT BAUCUM "BUBBA" CROTHERS Young's Funeral Home Ferriday, LA Funeral services for Mr. Albert Baucum "Bubba" Crothers, 66, of Georgetown, TX will be held at Sevier Memorial United Methodist Church on Monday, July 21, 2008 at 10:00 AM with Rev. Jerry Means and Rev. Barry Dennis officiating. Interment will be held 3:00 PM at Calhoun Cemetery in Calhoun, LA under the direction of Young's Funeral Home in Ferriday. Mr. Crothers passed from this Earth on Tuesday July 15, 2008 at Scott and White Hospital in Temple, TX. Mr. Crothers resided in Ferriday, LA for 35 years before his recent move 4 years ago to Georgetown "Sun City", TX. He was born in Haynesville, LA on July 19, 1941 to Bessie Mae Baucum and Will Woffard Crothers. He graduated from Haynesville High School and Louisiana Tech University. He worked in the field of insurance for 44 years, most recently employed by A.J. Gallagher Companies of Baton Rouge, LA. He was a member of the Masonic Ferriday Lodge # 309 F & AM, Scottish Rite Temple Shreveport, LA and El Karubah-Shreveport, LA. He was preceded in Death by: Parents-Will Woffard Crothers & Bessie Mae Baucum Crothers, Sister, Patte Turner, Nephew-Jody Moreland. Survivors include: Wife of 43 years-Marguerite Denny Crothers of Georgetown, TX. Son, Daniel Denny Crothers of Baton Rouge, LA. Daughter, Sarah C. Burgess and husband Derek of Round Rock, TX. Sister, Betsy C. Moreland of Homer, LA. Brother, David Crothers and wife Barbara of Jonesboro, LA. Grandchildren, Brenham, Miller and Tanner Burgess of Round Rock, TX. Brothers-in-law, Jim Denny and wife Brenda of Kekaha, HI., and Glenn Denny and wife Mary of Minden, LA. Also surviving are a host of nieces, nephews, and friends. The Pallbearers will be Ray Routon, Jr., Michael Burley, Bill Burley, Ben Stutts, John Clary and Jerry Callender. The Honorary Pallbearers will be Billy Rucker, Richard White, Julian Glantan, Richard Serio. The family will receive friends at Young's Funeral Home, Ferriday, LA from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM Sunday, July 20, 2008. To leave an online condolence for the family please visit www.youngsfh.com

AMANDA KIRTLAND 4/27/85-7/20/04 You will Forever be in our hearts and never forgotten. We will love and miss you always. Mom, Dad, Matt and Michael.

ESTER DEAN KENNEDY Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Ester Dean Kennedy, 79, of West Monroe, LA peacefully left this earth to be with the Lord Saturday, July 19, 2008, after a lengthy illness. Visitation will be at Mulhearn Funeral Home in West Monroe Sunday, July 20, 2008 from 4:00 until 6:00 PM. The service will be held at New Chapel Hill Baptist Church in West Monroe at 2:00 on Monday, July 21, 2008 with Rev. Charles Dupree and Rev. David Chapman officiating. Burial will be at New Chapel Hill Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe, LA. Ester was born September 26, 1928 in Quitman, LA. Ester was a Christian wife, mother, grandmother, aunt and friend to many. She and her husband traveled throughout the United States, Europe, Africa, Japan, the Philippines, and Taiwan while he served in the Air Force. During these years, she was a devoted, caring mother and homemaker. In 1974, she and her husband became owners and brokers of a successful real estate business. She enjoyed sewing and cooking for her family. She also loved flowers, birds, and her cat, Shadow Kitty. She took joy in being anonymously benevolent to others. She is preceded in death by her parents, Elbert Leroy Dean and Willie Carter Dean, brothers, Curtis Dean and Ferman Dean, sister, Rivers Dean Clement, and beloved granddaughter, Jessica Leigh Kellogg. She is survived by her husband of 60 years, Troy Lamar Kennedy, daughter Susan Kennedy Frank and husband John of West Monroe, LA, son, Troy L. Kennedy, Jr. and wife Jane of Fulshear, TX, and daughter, Ann Kennedy Kellogg and husband Robert of West Monroe, LA. She also leaves three grandchildren of whom she was extremely proud, Abigail Kennedy Hilderbrand and husband John of Tallulah, LA, Jesse H. Darling of New York City, NY, and Troy "Trey" L. Kennedy, III of Louisville, KY. She also had numerous nieces, nephews, and friends. Pallbearers are members of her Sunday School class at New Chapel Hill Baptist Church: G. W. McVay, Ed Greer, Buck Brister, Irving Sills, Jeroldon Coker, and Billy Martin. She will be greatly missed, but her family rejoices in the knowledge that she entered the pearly gates of Heaven and walked down the streets of gold to find her mansion prepared for her. She can now worship the Lord forever. "Jesus said, "In my Father's house are many mansions, if it were not so, I would have told you. I go to prepare a place for you." John 14:2 Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneral home.com

LELA LENARD MCLAIN Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mrs. Lela Lenard McLain, 79, of West Monroe, will be held at 10:00 AM Monday, July 21, 2008, at the Pentecostals of the Twin Cities Church with Rev. Mark Foster and Rev. Fred Foster officiating. Interment will follow in Roselawn Memorial Gardens in Calhoun, LA under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Mrs. McLain passed away Friday, July 18, 2008 at Ridgecrest Nursing Home in West Monroe. She was preceded in death by nine brothers and sisters. Survivors include her daughters, Connie Elmore and husband Carl Van, and Bonnie Harris and husband Michael; son, Stanley Lenard and wife Jennifer; six grandchildren, five great grandchildren, and three brothers. Pallbearers will be Eric Elmore, Craig Elmore, Michael John Lenard, Randy LaGrone, Donnie McManus, Elmer McManus, and Edward Cripps. Honorary pallbearer will be Abram Elmore. Visitation will be Sunday from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Memorials may be made to The Pentecostals of the Twin Cities Building Fund. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneral home.com

MR. LANNY A. FRANKS Kilpatrick Funeral Homes West Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mr. Lanny A. Franks, age 49, of West Monroe, LA will be held at 2:00 P.M. Sunday, July 20, 2008, at the Living Way Apostolic Church in West Monroe, LA. Officiating will be Rev. Carl Shurte and Rev. Nathan Thornton. Interment will follow in Roselawn Memorial Gardens in Calhoun, LA under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Homes of West Monroe. Mr. Franks was born on October 7, 1958, in Monroe, LA, and passed away on July 17, 2008, in Shreveport, La. Mr. Franks is a member of Living Way Apostolic Church. Lanny was truly a gem among men. He was many things to many people, including a loving father to Caleb and Jana, and a dedicated and loving husband to Pam for 30 years. Lanny was a man committed to his love of the Lord Jesus and his church. He dearly loved his family and friends, many of whom he worked with in the telecommunications industry. He was also a life insurance agent for 20 years. Many days, Lanny could be found on the lake bass fishing with his family. Mr. Franks is survived by; wife, Pamela M. Franks, son, Lanny Caleb Franks; daughter, Jana Kalin Franks; parents, Alsey R. and Avice Franks; brothers, Steve Franks and wife Teresa of Gilbert, Arizona., Barry Franks and wife Kim of West Monroe, La.; Also survived by numerous nieces and nephews. Pallbearers will be: Joe Sellers, Jeremy Chilton, Jay Chilton, Charles Brown, Ben Jones, Wayne Jones, Eddie Tidwell, Greg Bamburg. Honorary Pallbearers will be: Rev. De'L George, Cliettee Hodges, Jr., Kelsie Parker, Ricky Jones, Rev. Ronnie Turner. Visitation will be held on Sunday, July 20, 2008, after 1:00 PM until service time at Living Way Apostolic Church. In Lieu of Flowers, memorials may be made to Living Way Apostolic Church. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneral homes.com.

MRS. ANNIE NELL MALONE BLAZIER Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral Services for Mrs. Annie Nell Malone Blazier, 80, of West Monroe, LA will be held at 2:00 P.M. Monday, July 21, 2008, in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe, LA with Mr. Jamie Orten officiating. Interment will follow in the Roselawn Memorial Gardens in Calhoun, LA. Mrs. Blazier was born June 1, 1928 and passed away on Friday, July 18, 2008. She is preceded in death by her husband, Seth Allen Blazier and by her brothers, Bud Malone and Dick Malone. Survivors include her sons, Allen Blazier and wife Evelyn, Gary Blazier and Ronny Blazier and wife Kathy; seven grandchildren and five great grandchildren; sisters, Bonnie Acree, Regina Malone and Pat Stringer; brothers, F. R. "Tot" Malone and David "Sweetie" Malone; and numerous nephews and nieces. Pallbearers will be Mrs. Blazier's grandsons, Michael, Jason, Adam, Justin, Clint and Gary Don. Visitation will be from 5:00 P.M. until 8:00 P.M. Sunday, July 20, 2008, at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe, LA. The family would like to give a special thank you and deepest appreciation to the staff at Rosemont Assisted Living, Med Nurse LLC, Best Home Health, Medistar Home Health and Southern Care Hospice for there love and support during this time. Online registry/condolences: www.mulhearnfuneral home.com

REV. C.C. MILSTEAD Edmonds Funeral Home Jonesboro, LA Rev. C.C. Milstead,a retired minister, age 90, of Chatham, LA died July 19, 2008 at his residence. Visitation will be Sunday, July 20, 2008 from 3:00 PM until 8:00PM at Edmonds Funeral Home in Jonesboro, LA. His funeral service will be held Monday, July 21, 2008 at Ebenezer Baptist Church in Chatham, LA with interment to follow in the Ebenezer Cemetery. He is survived by his wife Eva Joyce (Hare) Milstead of Chatham, LA; Four Sons, Clif Milstead and wife Marilynn of Pensacola, FL Mike Milstead and wife Pamela of Ruston, LA, Kenneth Lane Milstead and wife Judith of Atlanta, GA, Phillip K. Milstead and wife Darla of Chatham, LA; One Brother, Tommy P. Milstead and wife Ollie Dean of Ruston, LA; Twelve grandchildren; Four great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his mother and father, Thomas and Martha Raborn Milstead; one brother, Warren Milstead; two sisters, Dorothy Milstead McKaskle and Marie Milstead Morrison. Pallbearers: Lee Carraway, Will Duncan, Mark Milstead, Jeff Milstead, Timothy Milstead, Brian Milstead. Honorary Pallbearers: Daniel Milstead, Calvin Edminston, Albert Shavers.

Alberta Anderson, 76
ORLANDO, Fla. — Alberta Anderson, formerly of Bastrop, a custodian, died July 11. Services are 11 a.m. Tuesday at St. Timothy Missionary Baptist Church, Bastrop. Visitation is 6-7 p.m. Monday at Tennant Funeral Home, Bastrop. Burial will be in H.V. Adams Cemetery.

Robert Burrell, 44
COLLINSTON — Robert Burrell, a construction worker, died July 14. Services are 1 p.m. Monday at Morehouse Association Building, Bastrop. Visitation is 6-7 p.m. Sunday at Tennant Funeral Home, Bastrop. Burial will be in Jerusalem Cemetery, Mer Rouge.

Albert 'Bubba' Crothers, 66
GEORGETOWN, Texas — Albert Baucum "Bubba" Crothers, an insurance broker, died Tuesday. Services are 10 a.m. Monday at Sevier Memorial United Methodist Church, Ferriday. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Sunday at Young's Funeral Home, Ferriday. Burial is at 3 p.m. Monday in Calhoun Cemetery, Calhoun.

Glenda Franklin, 54
SAN DIEGO, Calif. — Glenda Franklin, formerly of Monroe, died Wednesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Funerals by McFarland, Monroe.

Lanny A. Franks, 49
Lanny A. Franks of West Monroe, a telecommunications lead installer, died Thursday. Services are 2 p.m. Sunday at Living Way Apostolic Church, West Monroe. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. today at the church. Burial will be in Roselawn Memorial Gardens under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Charles Gales, 41
NEWELLTON — Charles Gales, died July 10. Services are 1 p.m. today at Newellton Chapel Baptist Church, Newellton. Visitation is 11 a.m. today until service time at the church. Burial will be in Wyoming Cemetery under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville.

Vera Mae Gantt, 88
Vera Mae Gantt of West Monroe, a homemaker, died July 15. Services are 11 a.m. Tuesday at Dyers Chapel CME Church, West Monroe. Visitation is 1-7 p.m. Monday at Miller Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens.

Lela Lenard McClain, 79
Lela Lenard McClain of West Monroe, retired from K-Mart, died Friday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Loyzell Griffin Pickett, 82
Loyzell Griffin Pickett of Monroe, a homemaker, died Thursday. Services are 10 a.m. today at West New Home Baptist Church, Holly Ridge. Burial will be in Epps Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe.

Pearl H. Wallace, 77
Pearl Hedgepeth Wallace of West Monroe, retired employee of Village Pharmacy, died Wednesday. Services are 10 a.m. today at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Visitation is 9 a.m. today until service time. Burial will be in Chase Cemetery, Winnsboro.

Mary Karen Williamson, 55
MANGHAM — Mary Karen Williamson, a teller at Richland State Bank, died Thursday. Graveside services are 10 a.m. today at Prewitt Cemetery, Mangham, under the direction of Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Rayville.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED
Bruce, Paul Eugene: 1 p.m. today, China Grove Baptist Church, Lake Providence.
Chapman, Auther Kline: 11 a.m. today, Funerals By McFarland, Delhi.
Clacks, Donte': 11 a.m. today, Morehouse Assembly Building, Bastrop.
Gantt, Vera Mae: 11 a.m. Tuesday, Dyers Chapel CME Church, West Monroe.
Garrett, Gertrude Lectoria: 2 p.m. Sunday, Bethlehem Baptist Church, Calvin.
Hall, Oliver: 11 a.m. today, Morning Star Baptist Church, Alto.
Harris, Mable: 11 a.m. Wednesday, Botts Chapel AME, Strong, Ark.
Perkins, Minnie: 11 a.m. today, Hamlet Temple AME, Rayville.
Powell, Elnora: 2:30 p.m. today, St. Mary Baptist Church, Lake Providence.
Rolf, Edward O.: 2 p.m. today, Trinity United Methodist Church, Ruston.
Smith, Passion: 11 a.m. today, Jonesboro-Hodge Auditorium.
Strain, William Hardy: 10 a.m. today, Cook Baptist Church, Ruston.
White Sr., Rev. Dorsey: 2 p.m. today, River of Life Church, Winnsboro.
Wilson, Mary L.: 1 p.m. today, Mount Zion Baptist Church, Rayville.

July 21, 2008 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

E. WAYNE TANNER Kilpatrick Funeral Home Ruston, LA Funeral services for Mr. E. Wayne Tanner, 72, of Choudrant, Louisiana will be conducted at 10:00 AM Tuesday, July 22, 2008 at Alabama Presbyterian Church with the Reverends Oda "Tuck" Roberts and Chris Craig officiating. Interment will be in the Sibley Cemetery near Choudrant. Mr. Tanner was born August 17, 1935 in the Sibley community, and passed away Saturday, July 19, 2008 at Glenwood Regional Medical Center in West Monroe following a sudden illness. He was a graduate of Choudrant High School and Louisiana Business College. After serving in the US Air Force, Mr. Tanner worked in the printing profession as a printer, purchasing agent, and general manager. He retired from Central Printers in West Monroe. He loved the outdoors, and was an avid hunter and fisherman. Although Wayne was an only child, he enjoyed close friendships with his numerous cousins and spent many hours at his hunting camp in Sibley with relatives and friends. Wayne authored several cookbooks, spent many hours on his ham radio, and enjoyed his wood and sheet metal hobbies. Wayne, "Trailblazer", will be remembered for his outgoing personality, great sense of humor, his ability to "fix" just about anything, and his willingness to help out in any situation. Mr. Tanner is preceded in death by his parents, Ercell and Hazel Aulds Tanner. He is survived by his daughter, Melodye Tanner Patterson and husband Gary of Ruston; grandsons Justin Barnes of Oak Grove; Jarod Patterson and wife Heather; Jace Patterson; and great granddaughter Riley Patterson, all of Ruston; his aunt, Ann Pixley, of Choudrant; numerous cousins and a host of friends. Pallbearers will be Jerry Aulds, Buck Webb, Jeff Pixley, Charles Aulds, David Barnes and Ben Purdy. Honorary pallbearers will be Billy Rogers, Bobby Reppond and Eddie Bethea. Visitation will be Monday, July 21 from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM at Kilpatrick Funeral Home in Ruston. Memorials may be made to Sibley Cemetery Association, 1515 E. Sibley Road, Choudrant, Louisiana 71227. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneral homes.com.

INEZ GILLILAND Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA A Celebration of Life Service will be held for Inez Gilliland, 90, on Tuesday, July 22, at 10:00 AM in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe with Dr. Alan Miller, pastor of First Baptist Church of Monroe and Rev. Roy Duffey, Jr., associate pastor of Christ Church, West Monroe, officiating. Burial will follow at New Chapel Hill Cemetery, West Monroe. Visitation will be Monday, July 21st, from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM at the funeral home. Mrs. Gilliland was born May 6th 1918, in Shaw, MS, moving to Monroe at the age of eighteen. She has been an active member of the First Baptist Church of Monroe since 1936. She was employed as secretary at Lee Junior High School for 23 years. While Mrs. Gilliland thoroughly enjoyed her grandchildren, it was her great-grandchildren who brought her even greater joy in her last years. Mrs. Gilliland was preceded in death by her parents, Dan and Theresa Hannah Fondren, and her husband, Archie R. Gilliland, Sr. She is survived by three children, Archie Gilliland, Jr. and wife Alice, Barbara Brothers, and Dan Gilliland and wife Anna Margaret; six grandchildren, Doug Gilliland and wife Amy, Sandy Dickens and husband Stan of Canton, MS, Lark Brothers, Leigh Anna Ligon and husband Darryl of Raleigh, NC, Dee Ann Lane and husband Ryan, Jo Ellen Gilliland; six great-grandchildren, Benjamin and Oliver Ligon of Raleigh, NC, Corinne and Landon Dickens of Canton, MS, Breanna Gilliland, and Jonathan Lane; and two step-great-grandchildren, Tristan Conville and Blake Young; one sister, Maxine Fondren, and numerous nieces and nephews. Special thanks to her best friend, Ardie Wright. Memorials may be made to First Baptist Church of Monroe or New Chapel Hill Cemetery Fund, West Monroe. Pallbearers will be Doug Gilliland, Stan Dickens, Roy Duffey, Sr., Rodger Fulmer, Sr., Ryan Lane, and Dale Watson. "She fought a good fight, she kept the faith, and she is finally home. Rest in Peace, MeeMee." Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneral home.com

PEGGY LEDBETTER SMITH PUSKAS Riser Funeral Home Columbia, LA Services for Mrs. Peggy Ledbetter Smith Puskas, age 81 of Grayson will be 10:00 AM Tuesday, July 22, 2008 from the chapel of Riser Funeral Home with Rev. Howard Hudson and Bro. Floyd Duchesne officiating. Interment will follow at Cross Roads Cemetery in Grayson. Visitation will be 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM Monday, July 21, 2008, at Riser Funeral Home and again Tuesday morning at 8:00 AM until time of service. Mrs. Peggy Puskas was born on September 9, 1926 to the union of Milton Andrew and Annie Adelia Brown Ledbetter and passed away Saturday, July 19, 2008 at St. Francis Specialty Hospital in Monroe. Mrs. Puskas was a homemaker and was preceded in death by her parents, her husband of 23 years, Clyde Ira Smith and her sister, Jeanette Maskulka. Survivors include her three sons; Gary W. Smith of Grayson, James Smith of Houma and Stanley Smith and his wife, Charlotte of Grayson, her daughter; Brenda Durocher of Grayson, her brother; Klien Ledbetter of Columbia, her four grandchildren; Brandon Durocher, Zachary Durocher, Kristy Smith and Jennifer Norrell, and her six great grandchildren; Noelle May, Marcus Wayne Norrell, Jr., Jacob Norrell, Lily Smith, Rose Smith and Zara Durocher. Pallbearers will be Benjamin Smith, Marcus Norrell, Terry Nugent, Ronnie Ledbetter, Dennis Ledbetter and Marcus Wayne Norrell, Jr. Honorary pallbearer will be Herman Wyles. On line condolences may be made at www. riserfuneral homes.com

REV. C.C. MILSTEAD Edmonds Funeral Home, Jonesboro, LA Rev. C.C. Milstead, a retired minister, age 90, of Chatham, LA died Saturday, July 19, 2008 at his residence. Visitation will be Sunday, July 20, 2008 from 3:00 PM until 8:00 PM at Edmonds Funeral Home in Jonesboro, LA. His funeral service will be held Monday, July 21, 2008 at 10:00 AM at Ebenezer Baptist Church in Chatham, LA, with interment to follow in the Ebenezer Cemetery. Under the direction of Edmonds Funeral Home in Jonesboro, LA. He is survived by his wife Eva Joyce (Hare) Milstead of Chatham, LA; four sons, Clif Milstead and wife Marilynn of Pensacola, FL, Mike Milstead and wife Pamela of Ruston, LA, Kenneth Lane Milstead and wife Judith of Atlanta, GA, Phillip K. Milstead and wife Darla of Chatham, LA; one brother, Tommy P. Milstead and wife Ollie Dean of Ruston, LA. Twelve grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his mother and father, Thomas and Martha Raborn Milstead; one brother, Warren Milstead; two sisters, Dorothy Milstead McKaskle and Marie Milstead Morrison. Pallbearers: Lee Carraway, Will Duncan, Mark Milstead, Timothy Milstead, Brian Milstead and Jeff Milstead. Honorary Pallbearers: Daniel Milstead, Calvin Edminston, Albert Shavers. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.edmondsfuneral home.com

Annie Nell Blazier, 80
Annie Nell Malone Blazier, of West Monroe, a homemaker, died Friday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Burial will be in Roselawn Memorial Gardens.

Dorothy Bryant, 87
Dorothy Bryant, of Monroe, a retired account manager for Troy and Nichols Insurance Agency, died Sunday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Monroe.

John Robert Carr Jr., 76
PINEVILLE — John Robert Carr Jr., a mechanic supervisor, died Saturday. Arrangements are private under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Visitation is 10 a.m.-noon Tuesday at the funeral home.

Mary 'Mom' Gilly, 85
MANSFIELD, Texas — Mary "Mom" Gilly, formerly of Delhi, a retired school teacher, died Saturday. Services are 11 a.m. Thursday at Cox Funeral Home, Delhi. Burial will be in Delhi Masonic Cemetery. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home.

Ester Dean Kennedy, 79
Ester Dean Kennedy, of West Monroe, a retired real estate broker, died Saturday. Services are 2 p.m. today at New Chapel Hill Baptist Church. Burial will be in the church cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Doris McDowell, 93
Doris McDowell, of Monroe, a housewife, died Sunday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Monroe.

Lela Lenard McLain, 79
Lela Lenard McLain, of West Monroe, a retired cashier, died Friday. Services are 10 a.m. today at Pentecostals of the Twin Cities. Burial will be in Roselawn Memorial Gardens under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Roy McNaughten, 67
Roy McNaughten, of Monroe, owner of Mack's Printing, died Sunday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road.

Modena Pippins, 77
Modena Pippins, of Monroe, a private sitter, died Saturday. Services are 10 a.m. Tuesday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Monroe.

Walter Ben White, 85
JONESVILLE — Walter Ben White, a retired lock and dam operator, died Saturday. Services are 10 a.m. Friday at Young's Funeral Home, Jonesville. Burial will be in White Ridge Cemetery. Visitation is 5-9 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED
Anderson, Alberta: 11 a.m. Tuesday, St. Timothy Missionary Baptist Church, Bastrop.
Burrell, Robert: 1 p.m. today, Morehouse Association Building, Bastrop.
Crothers, Albert Baucum "Bubba": 10 a.m. today, Sevier Memorial United Methodist Church, Ferriday.
Gantt, Vera Mae: 11 a.m. Tuesday, Dyers Chapel CME Church, West Monroe.
Harris, Mable: 11 a.m. Wednesday, Botts Chapel AME, Strong, Ark.
Tanner, Wayne: 10 a.m. Tuesday, Alabama Presbyterian Church, Choudrant.

July 22, 2008 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

DORIS MAY COBON MCDOWELL Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road Monroe, LA A private interment will be held at 9:00 AM Thursday, July 24, 2008, at the mausoleum chapel of Mulhearn Memorial Park preceding visitation from 10:00 AM until 11:00 AM at the First Presbyterian Church, Stubbs Avenue, Monroe. A memorial service will be held at 11:00 AM Thursday at the church with Dr. Bruce Rux presiding. Mrs. McDowell was a native of Canada, having lived in Toronto for many years, later moving to Vancouver, and then Monroe. She was a member of First Presbyterian Church for over fifty years. She was also a member of the Monroe Garden Club, The Monroe Symphony League, DeNova Book Club, and Chapter AE of P.E.O. Mrs. McDowell was preceded in death by her husband, Robert C. McDowell. Survivors include her daughter, Gail L. Boggs of Cincinnati, OH and son, Robert F. McDowell and wife Susan of Monroe. Grandchildren are William C. McDowell of Memphis, TN, Robert A. McDowell of Corpus Christi, TX, John E. McDowell of Dallas, TX, Christopher Boggs of Garner, NC, and David Boggs and wife Margaret of Cincinnati, OH. Her great grandchildren are Lauren E. McDowell of Atlanta, GA, William and Cameron May McDowell, and Kristin Boggs, of Garner, NC. Survivors also include her sister, Gladys Cobon Hurst of Oshawa, Ontario. Her Canadian nieces and nephews include Nancy Gibb and husband Allan, Russell Goheen and wife Nancy, and Tom Goheen and his daughter Lindsay; and also nephew, Michael Hurst and wife Tina of Taipei, Taiwan. Pallbearers will be her grandsons and great grandson. Honorary pallbearers will be Tracy R. Moore of Columbia, MO and Donald Ray Updegraff of Shreveport, LA. Memorials may be made to The First Presbyterian Church or your favorite charity. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com

DOROTHY MAE BRYANT Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road, Monroe, LA Family and friends will gather at 2:00 PM Tuesday, July 22, 2008, in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe to celebrate the life of Dorothy Mae Halley Bryant, 87. Dr. E. Whit Holmes, pastor of Parkview Baptist Church will be officiating. "Dot" was born March 4, 1921 in Bastrop, LA. Her life did not end. Rather, she passed through the gateway to meet her Lord and Savior on Sunday, July 20, 2008. Her Christian faith was exampled to all those who knew her. She always looked for and saw the good and beauty in people. She loved vocal and piano music and sang in several church choirs in the area during her years in Monroe. She studied voice with Estelle Sanders and delighted in performing in the concerts. She was a valued employee for 34 years with Troy & Nichols Insurance Co. She was a member of Parkview Baptist for the past 31 years. She became a resident of Azalea Estates in 2004. This became her new community where she made many new friends. Because of her compassion she was the "mother hen" to many people there and always eager to assist others. Dot will be remembered for her laughter, beautiful smile, and gentle manners. She was a kind, generous, and loving friend to many. She is preceded in death by her husband, Nolan Benjamin Bryant, parents, Mae and John Halley, Sr. of Bastrop, and brother, William Halley, Sr. of Baton Rouge. She is survived by Brother John E. Halley, Sr., Baton Rouge, aunt, Willie C. Midyett, Shreveport, sister-in-law, Gladys Halley, Baton Rouge, numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, and many friends at Azalea Estates. Close friends who cherish special times with her are Ruth Bramble Adams and family, Bessie Shaw and family, and Melba and Carlos Brown and family. They will miss her terribly but they rejoice that she is "Home". Pallbearers will be Jerry Culp, Barney Howard, Brady Howard, Horace Millican, Billy Bell, and David Tyler. The family will receive visitors 1 hour prior to the service in Mulhearn chapel. Heartfelt gratitude is expressed to her Parkview Church family and other friends who faithfully called, sent cards and visited her, to Medi-Star Home Health and the Azalea Estates Staff and Residents who enriched her life each day. Deep appreciation to Dr. Dean Stockstill for his compassion and honest approach regarding her very serious illness, and for Kandace, Willie Mae, Kristen, and Denise with Hospice Family Alliance who ministered to her in her final time of need is such a beautiful way as they provided her with the Comfort Care she has stated she desired. And to her sitters Vickie, Joyce, Sherry, and Ollie-may God continue to bless your lives. You certainly did bless Mrs. Dot. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be sent in her honor to Parkview Baptist Church, Hospice Family Alliance 111 Hudson Lane, Monroe, or to the charity of your choice. Interment at Mulhearn Memorial Park. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneral home.com

MARY "MOM" GILLY Cox Funeral Home Delhi Mary Gilly, 85, passed away on July 19 in Fort Worth, Texas. Mary was born Jan. 26, 1923 in Columbus, Ohio to the late William and Stella Branson. She married the late Neal Gilly in 1944 and they made their home in Delhi for most of their adult lives. Mary served in the Navy Waves in World War II and taught school for many years in Epps and later at Tallulah Academy. She was also active in the cub scouts as a den mother, was an adult Sunday school teacher and also served as a MYF counselor. In retirement she enjoyed square dancing and traveling. Visitation will be held on Wednesday evening from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM at Cox Funeral Home. Funeral services will be Thursday, July 24 at 11:00 AM at Cox Funeral Home with Rev. Paul Lipe officiating. Burial will be in the Delhi Masonic Cemetery under the direction of Cox Funeral Home. Mary is survived by two sons, Ted and wife LeeAnn of Mansfield, Tx and Joe and Maureen Gilly of New Orleans, LA and adoptive daughter Cassie and husband Bob Pritt of Mansfield, TX; seven grandchildren and six great grandchildren. Pallbearers will be her grandsons, Bain, Leigh, Martin, Andrew, Stuart, and Joshua. To leave a message of condolence to the family please visit our website at www.coxfuneral.com.

MRS. MODENA PIPPINS Kilpatrick Funeral Home 1200 Lamy Lane Monroe, LA. A memorial service for Mrs. Modena Pippins, 77, of Monroe will be held at 10:00AM on Tuesday morning, July 22nd, 2008, in the Chapel of the Kilpatrick Funeral Home, 1200 Lamy Lane, Monroe, with Rev. JoAnn Cooper officiating. Mrs. Pippins was born April 15, 1931, in Franklin Parish, LA, a daughter of the late Charles F. and Edna Johnson Swift and passed away on Saturday, July 19, 2008, in Monroe, LA. She was of the Pentecostal faith and employed as a private sitter. Her beloved husband, J. L. Pippins preceded her in death as did her sister, Barbara Langford and brothers, Coy, Jimmy and Roy Swift. Survivors include her daughter, Brenda Hopper; sons Jerry Pippins and wife, Debbie, and Reggie Pippins; grandchildren, Brad and April Graham, Adella Burr and husband, Randy, Dena and Kyle Pippins, Steven Pippins, Tiffany Corbit and Chelsea Taylor; great grandchildren, Courtney and Camron Burr, Baylee and Bryce Graham, and Madison Corbit; brothers, Kenneth and Charles F. Swift, Jr.; and sisters, Elaine Madera, Jean Dickerson, and Faye McKay. Online condolences may be made to the family at kilpatrickfuneral homes.com

ROY LEE MCNAUGHTEN Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mr. Roy Lee McNaughten, 67, of Monroe, will be held at 10:00 AM Wednesday, July 23, 2008, in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe, with Rev. Jason R. McNaughten and Rev. Norman Bryant officiating. Interment will follow in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery. Mr. McNaughten passed away Sunday, July 20, 2008. He was born in Burkeville, TX and was a resident of Monroe since 1962. He was a member of North Monroe Baptist Church. Roy was employed by G. C. Murphy and Ouachita Parish School Board. He and his wife Patricia have owned and operated Mac's Printing since 1976. He loved the Lord and served him daily; he treasured spending time with his beloved family and friends. Roy also enjoyed his hobby of woodworking and made many beautiful pieces of furniture for his family. Mr. McNaughten was preceded in death by his parents, George and Dolly McNaughten; sister, Helen McNaughten; father-in-law and mother-in-law, Coleman and Dorothy Carlisle. Survivors include his wife of forty-four years, Patricia Ann McNaughten; daughters, Janice Lea McNaughten, and Lisa McNaughten Prentice and husband Zack; son, Jason Roy McNaughten and wife Jenifer Lori; grandchildren, Anne Catherine Standley, Ainzley Grace McNaughten, and John Dalton Prentice; brother, Don McNaughten; brothers-in-law, Charles Carlisle and wife Lanelle, and Greg Carlisle and wife Gail; mother-in-law, Helen Brooks Carlisle; and numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, aunts, and uncles. Pallbearers will be Carroll Dozier, David Beezley, Charles "Sonny" Standifer, Robert White, Gary Joyce, and Ted Sisson. Honorary pallbearers will be the men of Standifer Sunday School Class at North Monroe Baptist Church. Visitation will be Tuesday from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Memorials can be made to the building fund of North Monroe Baptist Church, Gospel Nuggets, or The Gideons. The family wishes to extend a special thanks to Dr. Marshall Leary, Dr. Thomas Williams, and Patients Choice Hospice for their gentle compassionate care for Roy during his illness. Roy was a kind, gentle man that loved helping anyone that he could in his life. He is now in the presence of his Lord and will be greatly missed by his family and friends. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneral home.com

Earnest Boseman, 58
Earnest R. Boseman of West Monroe, a Voith Industries machinist, died Monday. Services are 11 a.m. today at New Life Wesleyan Church, West Monroe. Graveside services are 3 p.m. today at Lakewood Cemetery, Crossett, Ark. under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Rev. William Brady, 65
NEWELLTON The Rev. William M. Brady, a minister, died July 16. Visitation is from 10 a.m.-noon Saturday at Newellton Elementary school. Services will follow immediately after. Arrangements are under the direction of Richardson Funeral Home. Burial will be in Wyoming Cemetery in Newellton.

Erma Lee Brown, 76
Erma Lee Brown of Monroe, a retired nurse's aide, died Sunday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Smith Funeral Home, Monroe. Visitation is 1-6 p.m. Friday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens, Richwood.

Paul A. Campbell, 40
Paul Anthony Campbell of Monroe, a steel construction worker, died Monday. Memorial services will be at a later date. Arrangements are under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe.

Emma E. Coburn, 82
PINE BLUFF, Ark. — Emma Jean Evans Coburn, died Monday. Graveside services are 11 a.m. today at Vienna Cemetery near Ruston. Arrangements are under the direction of Fuller Hale South Funeral Services, Pine Bluff.

Edward F. Dalton, 94
SUN CITY WEST, Ariz. — Edward F. Dalton, formerly of Monroe, a retired employment manager of Ashland Oil Inc., died July 18. Graveside services are 11 a.m. Friday at St. Matthew Catholic Cemetery, Monroe. Arrangements are under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe.

Albert E. Dewees, 68
Albert Edwin Dewees of West Monroe, a retired administrator with the Department of Health and Human Resources, Fifth District, died Wednesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Glenda F. Franklin, 53
SAN DIEGO, Calif. — Glenda Faye Franklin, formerly of Monroe, a registered nurse, died July 16. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at Greater Free Gift Baptist Church, Monroe. Visitation is 2-6 p.m. Friday at Funerals by McFarland, Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens, Richwood.

Alma 'Pinkie' Hall, 85
Alma "Pinkie" Hall of Monroe, a homemaker, died Sunday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Friendship Missionary Baptist Church, Monroe. Visitation is 2-6 p.m. Friday at Funerals by McFarland, Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens, Richwood.

Penny L. Halbrook, 57
Penny Lee Halbrook of Monroe, an accountant, died Monday. Visitation is 11 a.m.-1 p.m. today at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe.

Alynne Rhodie Hill, 75
Alynne Rhodie Hill of Monroe, a packager, died Tuesday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at Logtown Baptist Church, Monroe. Burial will be in Union Baptist Church Cemetery, Bosco, under the direction of Hester Central State Funeral Home, Monroe.

Olevia Minor, 78
TALLULAH — Olevia Minor died Wednesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Beckwith Golden Gate Funeral Home, Tallulah.

Dorothy Nowlin, 82
TULLOS Dorothy Nowlin, a homemaker, died Wednesday. Services are incomplete under the direction of Riser Funeral Home.

Sheila D. Peoples, 54
OAK GROVE — Sheila Diane Peoples, a homemaker, died Tuesday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Fiske Union Assembly of God Church, Oak Grove. Burial will be in Beulah Cemetery, Oak Grove under the direction of Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Oak Grove.

Francis A. Phillips, 93
Francis A. Phillips of West Monroe, a retired Ford Bacon and Davis construction superintendent, died Monday. Services are 10 a.m. today at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Visitation is 9 a.m. until service time at the funeral home. Burial will be in Roselawn Memorial Gardens, Calhoun.

Leora Washington, 85
CHICAGO — Leora Washington, a homemaker, formerly of Delhi, died Monday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Funerals by McFarland, Delhi.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED
Baker, Elizabeth Folse: 11 a.m. Friday, St. Columbia's Episcopal Church, Winnsboro.
Dunnaway, Robert: 2 p.m. Saturday, New Daughters of Zion Baptist Church, West Monroe.
Gilly, Mary 'Mom': 11 a.m. today, Cox Funeral Home, Delhi.
McDonald, Mae Dell: 1 p.m. today, Kingdom Hall, Monroe.
McDowell, Doris May Cobon: 11 a.m. today, First Presbyterian Church, Stubbs Avenue, Monroe.
White, Walter Ben: 10 a.m. Friday, Young's Funeral Home, Jonesville.
Yelldell, Opal Rawls: 2 p.m. today, Golden Funeral Home, Bastrop

July 23 , 2008 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

See July 22, 2008 listing above.

July 24 , 2008 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

BETTY J. RUSSELL Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral services for Betty J. Russell, 68 of Eros, LA will be held at 2:00 PM, Friday, July 25, 2008 in the chapel of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Rev. Gary Brewster will be officiating. Interment will follow at Walnut Grove Cemetery West Monroe, LA under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Mrs. Russell was born August 21, 1939 in Opelousas, LA and passed away July 22, 2008 in West Monroe, LA. She was preceded in death by her son, Keith Hebert and a brother, Calvin Ruiz. Betty was a devoted wife and mother. Betty is survived by her husband of 27 years, Mickey Russell of Eros, LA; two sons, Paul Hebert of Pea Ridge and partner Janice Hall of Ruston, LA, Mark Hebert and wife Kathy of Bay St. Louis, MS; two daughters, Cindi Poindexter and husband Greg of Bay St. Louis, MS, Sandy Shields of Waynesville, N C; three sisters, Nancy Bourgeois of Meraux, LA, Sharon Braud of Chalmette, and Peggy Barcelona of Chalmette, LA; Betty also had eight grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren and her favorite Aunt Eula Lala of Westwego, LA; cousin, Diane Landry Toops of Westwego, LA; and numerous nieces and nephews. Pallbearers will be Jason Hebert, Jacob Hebert, Jake Bryan, Nicholas Hebert, Dustin Smith and Chad Shields. The family extends a thanks to United Home Health, Dr. Ronald Woods, Dr. Gerald Malloy, Dr. Vincent Forte and a very special thanks to Enza, Sharon, her very special sister-in-law, Irene Russell and special and loving mother-in-law, Mamie Tedeton for the care of Betty during her illness. Visitation will be held Thursday, July 24, 2008 from 5:00 PM until 9:00 PM and Friday from 12:00 noon until service time at Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Online condolences may be made to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com

BETTY PRATT Tacoma, WA Betty Miles Pratt of Tacoma, Washington, formerly of Mer Rouge and Ferriday, died July 19, 2008, after a long battle with cancer. A memorial visitation will be held Friday, July 25, 2008 at 3:00 PMin the Fellowship Hall of the United Methodist Church in Mer Rouge. Betty was preceded in death by her mother, Betty Lockert Miles, her father, Julian Miles, and her husband, Thurston B. Pratt III. She is survived by her son, Dr. Hugh Miles Pratt and his wife, Briana, of Tacoma, Washington, her daughter, Dr. Mary Margaret Pratt of Tacoma, Washington, and her stepmother, Edith Miles, of Mer Rouge. In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial donations in the name of Betty Miles Pratt be made to either the Yale Cancer Center by contacting Sue Frankenbach at 203-436-8544, or to the Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center in Seattle by calling 206-667-4902. More information regarding Betty and memorial donations can be foundat http://home.comcast.net/~hughpratt/bettypratt/. All memorial donations will be used to support ovarian cancer research.

CHRISTOPHER M. THRASHER 7/24/79-12/06/06 WE MISS YOU ! Mom, Brandon, Brent & Allison

CLINT FORTENBERRY Cox Funeral Home Lake Providence, LA Funeral services for Clint Fortenberry of Transylvania will be at 10:00 AM, Friday, July 25, 2008 at Transylvania Baptist Church with Rev. Jeff Eagles officiating. Interment will be in the Providence Memorial Cemetery under the direction of Cox Funeral Home of Lake Providence. Visitation will be Thursday at Cox Funeral Home from 5:00PM - 7:00PM. Mr. Fortenberry was born July 26, 1933 in Forest, LA and died Tuesday, July 22, 2008 in West Monroe. He was a life long farmer who, following retirement, continued to advise and assist his son, David, in his farming operation. Mr. Fortenberry was currently serving as an auxiliary deputy with the East Carroll Sheriff's Department. He also was a legendary supporter of the Briarfield Academy and Tallulah Academy athletic programs. He served as girls basketball coach at Tallulah Academy in 1970's and was often asked for coaching advice by younger coaches. Mr. Fortenberry was preceded in death by his wife, Shirley Ezell Fortenberry; his grandsons, Justin Fortenberry and Wade Fortenberry; his parents, Fount and Angie Fortenberry; his brothers, Quitman, Ray, F.E., Elton, and Bent Fortenberry, and his sisters, Bradis Johnson, Dee Shores, and Short Fairchild. Survivors include his children, Lynne Grady and husband Whoop of Tallulah; David Fortenberry and wife Debbie of Transylvania; Danna Gillett and husband Doug of Rayville; Laura Sevier and husband Billy of Sondheimer; and Liz Roland of Transylvania and friend, Kevin Fillebaum of Vicksburg; Grandchildren, Sarah Fortenberry Holt and husband Tim of Lake Providence; Emily Gillett Becnel and husband Steven of Franklinton; John Roland of Transylvania; Britt Grady of Monroe; Carly Gillett of Rayville; Chelsea Johnson of Transylvania; Alli Roland of Vicksburg; Great Grandchild, Miller Holt of Lake Providence; Brothers, Quinton Fortenberry and Earl Fortenberry of Transylvania. Pallbearers will be: Lee Michael Fairchild, Terry Lynn Jones, Dennis Fortenberry, Roger Knight, Buford Fortenberry, and Neil Martin. Honorary pallbearers are I.T. Crothers and Lance Prine. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Briarfield and Tallulah Academy Athletic Associations, the American Diabetes Association or the American Heart Association.

ELIZABETH FOLSE BAKER Mulhearn Funeral Home Winnsboro, LA Elizabeth Folse Baker, 88, formerly of Winnsboro, LA passed away July 12, 2008, at Morningside of Newport News,VA. She was born September 23, 1919, in Oak Ridge, LA where she spent her childhood. Elizabeth was preceded in death by her husband, William Baker; her parents, Henrietta and Edward Bruff Folse; her brothers and sisters-in-law; Evelyn and Douglas Bowden Folse, Bruff and Marietta Folse; her sisters and brothers-in-law, Dorothy and Charles Heath,Sr, Winnifred and Charles Heath,Jr., and Margaret Folse Hauser. Elizabeth was the last of this Folse generation. Elizabeth is survived by 6 nieces and nephews, Paul Folse, Sandra Tumminello, Darrel Folse, Charles Heath, Dorothy Trethewy, and Mary Bruff Morrow; and her sisters-in-law and dear friends who lovingly served her, Lillian Baker, Ella Margaret Humble, Ed and Mary Lee and Buck Tumminello. Elizabeth graduated from LA Tech where she dated her husband, William, a student of architecture. After their marriage and William's service in the Navy in World War II, Elizabeth and William lived in the house William designed and built in Winnsboro, LA. Elizabeth served as librarian in the public library and in the Baker architectural firm. She had fond memories of working on the bookmobile because "people were just glad to have someone to talk to." She was a founding member of St. Columba's Episcopal Church where she was active in all phases of church life, especially altar guild. Elizabeth resided in Plantation Manor in Winnsboro until Sandra and her husband, Buck, moved her to Morningside of Virginia to be closer to them. Elizabeth will be remembered for her love of animals, insatiable appetite for knowledge, and concern for others. She was known as the rescuer of stray animals, once having a skunk and a robin she had rescued and tamed. Filled with curiosity , she always wanted to "look up" how everything was invented or discovered. She made daily trips to the nursing home to visit friends. Elizabeth's family expresses gratitude to the wonderful people at Morningside and Bon Secours Hospice of VA who helped Elizabeth pass into the Lord's eternal victory with comfort and dignity. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be given to St. Columba's Episcopal Church in Winnsboro, LA, or Veterans of Foreign Wars. A funeral service will be conducted at St. Columba's Episcopal Church in Winnsboro, LA on Friday, July 25, 2008 at 11:00 AM with Rev. Ned Head officiating, with visitation in the parish hall at 10:00 AM Ashes will be interred at the New Winnsboro Cemetery immediately following the service, under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home of Winnsboro. Online condolences may be made at www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com

TAMMY F. SNELL Kilpatrick Funeral Home Farmerville, LA. Funeral Services for Tammy F. Snell, age 48, of Monroe, LA will be held on Friday, July 25, 2008 at 10:00 AM at Kilpatrick Funeral Home Chapel in Farmerville, LA with Dr. Harvey Hoffman officiating. Interment will follow at Antioch Cemetery in Farmerville, LA under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home in Farmerville, LA. Tammy was born on June 5, 1960 in Little AR. and passed away on July 21, 2008 in Monroe, LA. She is preceded in death by her parents, John H. Fletcher and Mittie Fletcher. She is survived by her son Brent Snell of Farmerville, LA; sister, Sheila Williams of Marion, LA; nephew's Justin Williams, Dylan Williams, niece Chelsea Williams, great nephew Hayden Mejia, special Aunt Judy Smith and Uncle Jerry Smith of Marion, LA., step-mom Millie Fletcher of Clarksville, TN. Pallbearers will be: Jerry Smith, Jerry Brantley, Cain Brantley, Chris Snell, Kevin McGuigan and Josh Dupree. Honorary Pallbearer will be: John Brantley. Visitation will be Thursday, July 24, 2008 from 5:00 to 8:00 PM at Kilpatrick Funeral Home in Farmerville, LA. Online condolences may be made to the family at www.kilpatricksfuneralhomes.com

Earnest Boseman, 58
Earnest R. Boseman of West Monroe, a Voith Industries machinist, died Monday. Services are 11 a.m. today at New Life Wesleyan Church, West Monroe. Graveside services are 3 p.m. today at Lakewood Cemetery, Crossett, Ark. under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Rev. William Brady, 65
NEWELLTON The Rev. William M. Brady, a minister, died July 16. Visitation is from 10 a.m.-noon Saturday at Newellton Elementary school. Services will follow immediately after. Arrangements are under the direction of Richardson Funeral Home. Burial will be in Wyoming Cemetery in Newellton.

Erma Lee Brown, 76
Erma Lee Brown of Monroe, a retired nurse's aide, died Sunday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Smith Funeral Home, Monroe. Visitation is 1-6 p.m. Friday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens, Richwood.

Paul A. Campbell, 40
Paul Anthony Campbell of Monroe, a steel construction worker, died Monday. Memorial services will be at a later date. Arrangements are under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe.

Emma E. Coburn, 82
PINE BLUFF, Ark. — Emma Jean Evans Coburn, died Monday. Graveside services are 11 a.m. today at Vienna Cemetery near Ruston. Arrangements are under the direction of Fuller Hale South Funeral Services, Pine Bluff.

Edward F. Dalton, 94
SUN CITY WEST, Ariz. — Edward F. Dalton, formerly of Monroe, a retired employment manager of Ashland Oil Inc., died July 18. Graveside services are 11 a.m. Friday at St. Matthew Catholic Cemetery, Monroe. Arrangements are under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe.

Albert E. Dewees, 68
Albert Edwin Dewees of West Monroe, a retired administrator with the Department of Health and Human Resources, Fifth District, died Wednesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Glenda F. Franklin, 53
SAN DIEGO, Calif. — Glenda Faye Franklin, formerly of Monroe, a registered nurse, died July 16. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at Greater Free Gift Baptist Church, Monroe. Visitation is 2-6 p.m. Friday at Funerals by McFarland, Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens, Richwood.

Alma 'Pinkie' Hall, 85
Alma "Pinkie" Hall of Monroe, a homemaker, died Sunday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Friendship Missionary Baptist Church, Monroe. Visitation is 2-6 p.m. Friday at Funerals by McFarland, Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens, Richwood.

Penny L. Halbrook, 57
Penny Lee Halbrook of Monroe, an accountant, died Monday. Visitation is 11 a.m.-1 p.m. today at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe.

Alynne Rhodie Hill, 75
Alynne Rhodie Hill of Monroe, a packager, died Tuesday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at Logtown Baptist Church, Monroe. Burial will be in Union Baptist Church Cemetery, Bosco, under the direction of Hester Central State Funeral Home, Monroe.

Olevia Minor, 78
TALLULAH — Olevia Minor died Wednesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Beckwith Golden Gate Funeral Home, Tallulah.

Dorothy Nowlin, 82
TULLOS Dorothy Nowlin, a homemaker, died Wednesday. Services are incomplete under the direction of Riser Funeral Home.

Sheila D. Peoples, 54
OAK GROVE — Sheila Diane Peoples, a homemaker, died Tuesday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Fiske Union Assembly of God Church, Oak Grove. Burial will be in Beulah Cemetery, Oak Grove under the direction of Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Oak Grove.

Francis A. Phillips, 93
Francis A. Phillips of West Monroe, a retired Ford Bacon and Davis construction superintendent, died Monday. Services are 10 a.m. today at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Visitation is 9 a.m. until service time at the funeral home. Burial will be in Roselawn Memorial Gardens, Calhoun.

Leora Washington, 85
CHICAGO — Leora Washington, a homemaker, formerly of Delhi, died Monday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Funerals by McFarland, Delhi.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED
Baker, Elizabeth Folse: 11 a.m. Friday, St. Columbia's Episcopal Church, Winnsboro.
Dunnaway, Robert: 2 p.m. Saturday, New Daughters of Zion Baptist Church, West Monroe.
Gilly, Mary 'Mom': 11 a.m. today, Cox Funeral Home, Delhi.
McDonald, Mae Dell: 1 p.m. today, Kingdom Hall, Monroe.
McDowell, Doris May Cobon: 11 a.m. today, First Presbyterian Church, Stubbs Avenue, Monroe.
White, Walter Ben: 10 a.m. Friday, Young's Funeral Home, Jonesville.
Yelldell, Opal Rawls: 2 p.m. today, Golden Funeral Home, Bastrop.

July 25, 2008 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

ALBERT EDWIN DEWEES Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Funeral services for Mr. Albert Edwin Dewees, 68, of Calhoun, LA. will be held at 10:00 A.M. Saturday July 26, 2008 at the First United Methodist Church in West Monroe with Rev. Jon Tellifero and Rev. Marla Munn officiating. Burial will follow at Hasley Cemetery in West Monroe under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home in West Monroe. Mr. Dewees died July 23, 2008 at his residence in Calhoun, LA. He was a member of the First United Methodist Church in West Monroe, the Calvert Crossing Senior Men's Golf Association, Louisiana Conference of Social Welfare. Ed was a past member of the Rotary and Optimist Clubs. Ed was a member of the LSU Alumni Association and the Tiger Athletic Foundation. He retired from the Department of Health and Hospitals/Medicaid as Regional Administrator. Survivors include his wife of 46 years, Amy Hood Dewees; daughter, Whitney Davison of Choudrant, LA; son, Jason Dewees and wife Jessica of Dallas, TX; grandchildren, Michael and Emily Davison; cousin, Betty Maddry. Pallbearers will be Larry Furlow, Bo deBlieux, Hillman Willis, Richard Harris, Howard Hobson, O'Neil Falgoust, Jim Turner and Ted Lamprich. Honorary pallbearers will be Gary Huckabay and the Senior Men's Golf Association at Calvert Crossing. Visitation will be held from 5:00 P.M. until 8:00 P.M. Friday July 25, 2008 at Mulhearn Funeral Home in West Monroe. Memorial may be made to the First United Methodist Church in West Monroe. Online Registry/Condolences:www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com

CHRISTOPHER M. THRASHER 7/24/79-12/06/06 WE MISS YOU ! Mom, Brandon, Brent & Allison

MARY IRENE HALL Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road, Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mrs. Irene Hall, 102, of Bastrop, will be held at 10:00 AM Saturday, July 26, 2008, in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe, with Rev. Terry Mims and Rev. Doug Hughes officiating. Interment will be in Loch Arbor Cemetery. Mrs. Hall passed away Wednesday, July 23, 2008, at home with her family. She was a member of Fairbanks Baptist Church where she served faithfully as long as she was able. She was preceded in death by her husband, Barney Hall; children, Dorothy Langston, Mary Ingram, Eugene Hall, and Barney Hall, Jr. Survivors include her three daughters, Doris Hofford of Bastrop, LA, Emilie Jinks of West Monroe, LA, and Shirley Stewart of Bossier City, LA; two sons, W. D. Hall of Rockford, IL, and G. W. Hall of Fairbanks, LA; twenty-one grandchildren, thirty-six great grandchildren, eight great-great grandchildren, and one brother, Truman Hollie of Senatobia, MS. Grandsons will serve as pallbearers. Visitation will be Friday, July 25, 2008, from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneral home.com

MRS. GAIL DUGAL BULLOCH Kilpatrick Funeral Home Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mrs. Gail Dugal Bulloch will be 11:00 A.M., Saturday, July 26, 2008 at Jesus the Good Shepherd Church. Officiating will be Father Edmund Moore and Father Mark Watson. Interment will follow at Monroe Memorial Park under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Homes of Monroe, LA. Born Gail Dugal in Eunice, LA on January 5, 1933, Mrs. Bulloch passed away on Wednesday, July 23, 2008 after a lengthy illness in West Monroe, LA. Mrs. Bulloch attended Mt. Carmel High School in Lafayette, LA and graduated from SLI (now University of Louisiana of Lafayette) with a bachelor's degree in Home Economics. While attending college she was selected Camellia Queen, Yambalie Queen, SLI Beauty, Theta Xi Sweetheart, Maid in the La Mardi Gras Ball in Washington, D.C. and was a member of Tri Delta Sorority. After graduating from college, she was a flight attendant with Eastern Airlines based out of New Orleans where she met her husband. After moving to Monroe, she was a member of the Junior Charity League and was chairman of Straw Market. She also was a member of Ole Bridge Club. For many years she was owner of Collectiques, a store for antiques and collectibles. She dearly loved her many, many customers. Mrs. Bulloch was preceded in death by her parents: Gordon Edward Dugal, Sr. and the former Mary Maude Richard Dugal and one brother: Gordon Edward Dugal, Jr. Mrs. Bulloch is survived by her husband, Dr. Russell Bulloch; two children: M'Lise Bulloch Webb and her husband, Gordon Webb of Plano, TX and Dr. Brian Bulloch and his wife, Lydia Bulloch of Monroe; four grandchildren: Blaine Bulloch, Scott Bulloch, Jackson Webb and Stephen Webb; and her sister: Corinne Bidwell of Lafayette along with numerous nieces and nephews. Pallbearers will be Gordon Webb, Jon and Scott Bidwell, Dr. Jonathan Joseph, Dr. Buddy Rizzo and Chris Soignier. Honorary pallbearers will be Dr. Buddy Bodron and John Birdsong. Visitation will be 9:30 AM until service time on Saturday, July 26, 2008, at Jesus the Good Shepherd Church. Memorials may be made to any Catholic Church of the donor's choice. Online condolences may be made to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneral homes.com.

NORMA LEE (GAMMY) YOUNG LAMANA-PANNO-FALLO Metairie, LA Norma Lee (Gammy) Young passed away on July 21, 2008 at North Oaks Medical Center in Hammond, LA. Beloved wife of Cisero H. Young, Jr.;Mother of Pamela Y. Trahan (husband, Clifton), Patricia Harrison (husband, William)and Jarrell H. Young (wife, Jan); Grandmother of Emily, Nathan, Malissa and Trey; Daughter of the late Cranford Jarrell and Emily Jarrell. Sister of the late Jo Layne Cline. Age 82. Born in Norphlet, AK, she spent most of her childhood in West Monroe, LA. A former Metairie resident for 36 years and a Ponchatoula, LA. resident for the past 12 years. Was active for many years in the Parkaire Garden Club, including service as President. She reached the level of Master Judge after winning numerous awards for participation in flower shows. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Funeral Service from the Metairie Home of LAMANA-PANNO-FALLO, 1717 VETERANS MEMORIAL BLVD., AT BONNABEL BLVD. on Saturday, July 26, 2008 at 2:30 PM. Followed by interment in Garden of Memories Cemetery. Vistation on Saturday, July 26, 2008 from 11:00 AM until 2:30 PM. In lieu of flowers, Memorial Contributions to Alzheimers Disease Assn. of Greater N.O., 2605 River Rd., New Orleans, LA. 70121. Please sign On-Line Guest Book at www.mem.com. Funeral information 831-9901.

ORA HAMILTON Cox Funeral Home Oak Grove, LA Funeral services for Ora Hamilton, age 94, of Kilbourne, LA, will be 10:00 AM, Saturday, July 26, 2008, at the Kilbourne United Pentecostal Church with Rev. Ronald Ratley and Rev. Ron Bray officiating. Interment will be in the Kilbourne Cemetery. Services are under the direction of Cox Funeral Home of Oak Grove. Visitation will be Friday at the Kilbourne United Pentecostal Church from 4:00 PM until 8:00 PM. She is preceded in death by her husband, Robert A. Hamilton; parents, Joseph and Maggie Carothers; son, Jerry Hamilton; daughter, Linda Hamilton; and grandson, Brandon Collum. Mrs. Hamilton is survived by her son, Thelbert Hamilton of Dardanelle, AR; son and daughter-in-law, J.R. and Peggy Hamilton of Kilbourne, LA; daughter, Louise Toney of Lake Providence, LA; daughter, Dorothy Lafferty of Eudora, AR; daughter, Sandra Ritzell of Monroe, LA; daughter and son-in-law, Melba and Marvin Collum of Calhoun, LA; sister, Bertice Baskins of Clifton, AZ; 11 grandchildren; 18 great-grandchildren; 13 great-great-grandchildren; and 7 great-great- great-grandchildren. Pallbearers will be Jake McAlpin, Trevor Garrett, Carroll Schrock, Jr., Tommy Sammoms, Mike Hamilton, and Gilberto Paulino. Honorary pallbearers will be Louie Layton and Eric Stephens.

WILLIE MAE BRANTLEY Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Funeral services for Willie Mae Brantley, 85, of West Monroe will be held at 2:00 P.M. Saturday, July 26, 2008 in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home in West Monroe with Rev. Cecil Gregory and Rev. Everette Geis officiating. Burial will follow at Mt. Vernon Baptist Church Cemetery in West Monroe under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home in West Monroe. Mrs. Brantley died July 24, 2006 at the West Monroe Guest House in West Monroe. She was a member of the Mount Vernon Baptist Church. Survivors include her children, Mittie Jane Morrison, Ruby Nell Morrison and husband Jack; grandchildren, Jesse Paul Morrison and wife Amy and Diane M. Gregory and husband Matt. Visitation will be from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM Friday, July 25, 2008 at Mulhearn Funeral Home in West Monroe, LA. Memorials may be to the Ouachita Baptist Church Building Fund or McClendon Baptist Church Building Fund. The family would like to offer a special thanks to the staff of West Monroe Guest House. Online Registry/Condolences:www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com

J.B. Coleman, 73
J.B. Coleman, of Monroe, a sanitation department worker, died Tuesday. Services are 10 a.m. Saturday at Springhill Baptist Church, Monroe. Visitation is 1-6 p.m. today at Miller Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens Cemetery, Monroe.

Merlean Fontenot Crye, 73
MER ROUGE — Merlean "Granny" Fontenot Crye, a homemaker, died Wednesday. Services are 10 a.m. today at Golden Funeral Home, Bastrop. Burial will follow in Carter Cemetery.

Clint Fortenberry, 74
TRANSYLVANIA — Clint Fortenberry, a farmer, died Tuesday. Services are 10 a.m. today at Transylvania Baptist Church. Burial will be in Providence Memorial Cemetery, Lake Providence under the direction of Cox Funeral Home, Lake Providence.

Lavern B. Foster, 79
QUITMAN — Lavern B. Foster, a retired hospital aide, died Tuesday. Services are 10 a.m. Saturday at Edmonds Funeral Home, Jonesboro. Visitation is 4-8 p.m. today at the funeral home. Burial will be in Midway Cemetery near Jonesboro.

Reuben LaVon Gayfield, 46
LAKE PROVIDENCE — Reuben LaVon Gayfield, a laborer, died July 16. Services are 1 p.m. today at Central Baptist No. 1, Lake Providence. Burial will be in Heavenly Rest Cemetery, Lake Providence, under the direction on of Harris Funeral Home, Lake Providence.

Ruth Ella Warlick Green, 74
Ruth Ella Warlick Green, of Monroe, a homemaker, died Tuesday. Graveside services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Riverview Cemetery, Monroe. Visitation is 10-10:45 a.m. Saturday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe.

Ora Hamilton, 94
KILBOURNE — Ora Hamilton, a homemaker, died Wednesday. Services are 10 a.m. Saturday at Kilbourne United Pentecostal Church. Visitation is 4-8 p.m. today at the church. Burial will be in Kilbourne Cemetery under the direction of Cox Funeral Home, Oak Grove.

Rheamond Mackley McCurdy, 72
RAYVILLE — Rheamond Mackley McCurdy died July 17. Memorial services will be held at a later date under the direction of Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Rayville.

Leona D. Nunnery, 82
SLIDELL — Leona D. Nunnery, formerly of Waverly, a retired nurse's aide, died Tuesday. Services are 10 a.m. Saturday at Waverly Baptist Church. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. today at Cox Funeral Home, Delhi. Burial will be in Delhi Masonic Cemetery.

Rev. B.F. Peterson, 77
CHOUDRANT — The Rev. B.F. Peterson died Wednesday. Services are 10 a.m. Monday at Owens Memorial Chapel Funeral Home, Ruston. Visitation is 5-9 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Simsboro City Cemetery.

Catherine Quinn, 54
LAKE PROVIDENCE — Catherine Quinn, a homemaker, died Tuesday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at Lake Providence Senior High School Auditorium. Visitation is 1-7 p.m. today at Brannum Funeral Home, Lake Providence. Burial will be in Morning Star Cemetery.

James E. Robinson, 61
James E. Robinson, of Monroe, a cook, died Tuesday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Miller Funeral Home, Monroe. Visitation is 1-7 p.m. today at the funeral home. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens Cemetery, Monroe.

Betty J. Russell, 68
EROS — Betty J. Russell, a bookkeeper, died Tuesday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Visitation is noon until service time at the funeral home. Burial will be in Walnut Grove Cemetery, West Monroe.

Tammy F. Snell, 48
Tammy F. Snell, of Monroe, an insurance claim representative, died Monday. Services are 10 a.m. today at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Farmerville. Burial will be in Antioch Cemetery.

Casper Thompson, 90
BERNICE — Casper Thompson died Tuesday. Services are 2:30 p.m. Saturday at New Hopewell Baptist Church, Bernice. Wake is 7-8 p.m. today at Paradise Funeral Home, Bernice. Burial will be in church cemetery.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED
Baker, Elizabeth Folse: 11 a.m. today, St. Columbia's Episcopal Church, Winnsboro.
Brown, Erma Lee: 11 a.m. Saturday, Smith Funeral Home, Monroe.
Dunnaway, Robert: 2 p.m. Saturday, New Daughters of Zion Baptist Church, West Monroe.
Franklin, Glenda Faye: 2 p.m. Saturday, Greater Free Gift Baptist Church, Monroe.
Hall, Alma 'Pinkie': 11 a.m. Saturday, Friendship Missionary Baptist Church, Monroe.
Hill, Alynne Rhodie: 1 p.. Saturday, Logtown Baptist Church, Monroe.
White, Walter Ben: 10 a.m. today, Young's Funeral Home, Jonesville

July 26, 2008 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

CHARLES L. RISHER Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road, Monroe, LA A graveside service for Charles L. Risher, 85, of Monroe, will be held at 2:00 PM Saturday, July 26, 2008, at Riverside Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Mr. Risher was a native of Monroe, where he resided his entire life. Charles was a graduate of Northeast Louisiana Junior College, and also, Louisiana Tech in Ruston with degrees in business from both. Charles was a veteran who served his country in WWII, and was employed for many years with Missouri Pacific Railroad as one of their yard clerks until his health forced his retirement. Charles was preceded in death by his parents, and is survived by one cousin, Mary Anita Lennon; a great niece, Lea Anita Inabnet; and a great nephew, Hugh Inabnet, all of Monroe; and close friends, Sally and Glenn Gore. Charles wanted his gratitude expressed to Riverside Nursing Home, which was home for him for the past eighteen months. While residing at Riverside he received excellent care; and was very content, and grew fond of many who cared for him; particularly, his favorite, special, Nurse Ms. Joyce Turner who was always so patient and kind to him; even visiting to check on him whenever he was in the hospital. Charles will be dearly missed. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneral home.com

GLORIA CAMPBELL LOCKETT Desert Hills Mortuary Scottsdale, AZ Gloria Campbell Lockett, of Cave Creek, Arizona passed away July 2, 2008. She was born in Monroe, Louisiana on June 1, 1949. She moved with her son to Dallas, Texas and worked in oil and gas and later office accounting for a small investment company. She had a tremendous passion for horses all her life and loved her dogs Brandy, Tiffany, Gizmo, Chance, Cowboy and Pricilla. She later moved to Cave Creek, Arizona to be closer to her son and grandchildren. She was survived by her son, John and wife Julie Lockett and grand children Jake and Lauren; sister Donna Campbell Wolfe and husband Richard Wolfe; brother Bobby and wife Ewa Campbell; parents Betty and Allen Campbell. A grave side service was held at 10:00 AM, Saturday July 19, 2008 at Mulhearn Memorial Park, 623 Hwy 80 East Monroe. Arrangements were entrusted to Mulhearn Memorial Park, (318) 343-1511.

LORECE MOCK MCGEE Kilpatrick Funeral Homes West Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mrs. Lorece Mock McGee, age 87, will be 10:00 A.M., Monday, July 28, 2008 at New Chapel Hill Baptist Church in West Monroe.Bruce McGee Pastor Retired and Pastor Charles Dupree will officiate. Interment will follow in New Chapel Hill Baptist Cemetery under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Homes of West Monroe. Mrs. McGee died on July 25, 2008 in West Monroe, LA she was born on June 23, 1921 in Baskin, LA to the late Sidney Ray and Susie Jones Mock. Mrs. McGee is a member of New Chapel Hill Baptist Church in West Monroe, LA. She is survived by her husband of 51 years: Julian Burton "Burt" McGee, children; Bruce McGee and wife Ann, Sandy McGee, Kathy Wolfe and husband Jim, Phyllis Freeman and husband Mike, sister; Mildred Cantrell, survived by eleven grandchildren and fifteen, great grandchildren, also survived by numerous nieces and nephews. Pallbearers will be Irving Sills, Scott Sills, Timothy Mock, Michael Cummings, Ted McEnery, Chad Rigal. Honorary Pallbearers will be grandsons. Visitation will be 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM, Sunday, July 27, 2008 at Kilpatrick Funeral Home in West Monroe and Monday, 9:00 AM until 10:00 AM on July 28, 2008 at New Chapel Hill Baptist Church in West Monroe, LA. Online condolences may be made to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneral homes.com.

MRS. BETTY JO WAGGONER Hixon Brothers Funeral Home, Alexandria, LA Funeral services for Mrs. Betty Jo Waggoner will be at 2:00 PM, Saturday, July 26, 2008 at Live Oak Weslyan Church with Rev. Ken Satcher and Rev. Don Delaney officiating. Burial will be at 11:00 AM, Sunday, July 27, 2008 in Peebles Cemetery, Goodrich, Texas. Visitation will be from 10:00 AM until 12:00 PM today at Hixson Brothers in Alexandria and from 1:00 PM until time of service today at the church. Mrs. Betty Jo Waggoner went to be with Jesus July 24, 2008. Among her many attributes, was the main focus of her life, her testimony for the Lord. She touched many lives by her daily Christian example. She was a humble person, without vanity. Her service as a minister's wife spanned 4 decades but her allegiance to her faith and the Nazarene denomination was unending. We will miss her words of wisdom and unconditional love. Her many friends will miss her ingenuity and warmth. Senior Citizens Olympics will never be the same. Her legacy to us is priceless. She is preceded in death by her husband, Rev. W. S. Waggoner; a son, W. S. "Woody" Waggoner, Jr.; a daughter, Mary Jane Head; parents, Joseph R. Dawson and Emma Williams Dawson; and a brother, Frank R. Dawson. Survivors include her sons, Homer Waggoner and wife, Esther, of Houston, and John Timothy Waggoner of Highlands; daughters, Frankie Rice and husband, Jim, of Boise, Idaho, Violet Waggoner of Alexandria, Sally Maxfield and husband, Ted, of Dallas, Betty Pospisil and husband, Don, of Alexandria, Susie Ransbottom and husband, Curtis, of Alexandria, Dottie Ethridge and husband, Randy, of Grayson; 25 grandchildren, 32 great grandchildren, 22 great, great grandchildren, and 4 great, great, great grandchildren. Pallbearers will be Rod Waggoner, Jay Waggoner, Bob Daily, Donald Pospisil, Daniel Bostick, Josh Etheridge, Caleb Etheridge, and Joe Head. For Mrs. Betty, we thank 5 North at Cabrini for their nurses and techs that helped her last difficult days be the easiest days. To Dr. Wallace, our heartfelt thanks for your wonderful care and support these last 2 ½ years. To extend on-line condolences to the Waggoner family, please visit us at www.hixsonbrothers.com.

REV B.H. PETERSON Owens Funeral Home Ruston, LA Funeral services for Rev B.H. Peterson, 77 of Choudrant, LA will be held at 10am, Monday, July 28, 2008 at the Owens Memorial Chapel Funeral Home in Ruston. Bro Peterson pastored the Grace Bible Baptist Church in Ruston and had been in the ministry for over 41 years. Friends and Family are all invited for visitation at the funeral home Sunday from 5:00 PM until 9:00 PM. Bro Peterson was born on June 13, 1931 in Vienna, LA and went to be with the Lord on Wednesday July 23. His loving wife, Aline, of 58 years was at his side. Preceding him in death, his father D.P. Peterson, his mother Vida Lee Peterson, of Simsboro, two brothers: Garland Max of Simsboro and James David Peterson of Junction City Arkansas. In 2006 Bro Peterson's daughter: Patsy Hutchison of Whitehouse Tx went to heaven. What a wonderful reunion they are all having. Survivors include his wife Aline and three children: Sue Billingsley of Ruston, Norma Anderson and husband Wayne of Monroe, and Tim Peterson and wife Cheryl of Tyler, TX as well as six sisters: Monnie D Herring and husband Virgil of Simsboro, Yvonne Sayers of Ruston, Virginia Colvin of Choudrant, Velma McMillan and husband John Lee of Vienna, Janette Steakley of Waskom, TX, and Delene Howard and husband J.T. of Simsboro as well as one brother Paul Peterson and wife Alice of Simsboro. Brother Peterson also had 10 grand children and 14 great grand children as well as many "adopted" kids through the years. Bro Peterson will always be remembered for his love, compassion, and burden that he had for the people of Lincoln parish. The family would especially like to thank the caring doctors, nurses and staff of Northeast Louisiana Medical Center, Green Clinic and Best Home Health. Officiating will be Rev Jim Gulledge of Shreveport with help from Bro Peterson's son Tim. All pastors and preachers of the gospel attending will be pallbearers and honorary pallbearers Internment will be at the Simsboro City Cemetery in Simsboro. To leave a memorial Message for the family, please visit www.owensmemorialfuneralhome.com. A memorial fund will also be set up in his name at Community Trust Bank.

Willie Mae Brantley, 85
Willie Mae Brantley of West Monroe, a homemaker, died Thursday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Visitation is 1 p.m. until service time at the funeral home. Burial will be in Mount Vernon Church Cemetery, West Monroe.

Gail Dugal Bulloch, 75
Gail Dugal Bulloch of West Monroe, retired owner/operator of Collectiques, died Wednesday. Services are 11 a.m. today at Jesus the Good Shepherd Church. Visitation is 9:30 a.m. until service time at the church. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Monroe.

Albert Edwin Dewees, 68
Albert Edwin Dewees of West Monroe, a retired administrator for the Department of Health and Human Resources, Fifth District, died Wednesday. Services are 10 a.m. today at First United Methodist Church, West Monroe. Visitation is 9 a.m. until service time at the church. Burial will be in Hasley Cemetery, West Monroe, under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Mary Irene Hall, 102
BASTROP — Mary Irene Hall, a homemaker, died Wednesday. Services are 10 a.m. today at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Burial will be in Loch Arbor Cemetery.

Louis Hemphill, 78
NEWELLTON — Louis Hemphill, a retired farmer, died Thursday. Services are 2 p.m. Sunday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Winnsboro. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. today at the funeral home. Burial will be in Harris Cemetery near Swampers.

Margaret Ann Smith Hollis, 64
Margaret Ann Smith Hollis of West Monroe, a homemaker, died Thursday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Crestview Baptist Church, Farmerville. Burial will be in Crestview Cemetery under the direction of Golden Funeral Home, Bastrop.

Robert Logan Ogden, infant
DELHI — Robert Logan Ogden, son of Jennifer and John Ogden, died Thursday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Lamar Cemetery, Delhi, under the direction of Cox Funeral Home, Delhi.

Charles L. Risher, 85
Charles L. Risher of Monroe, a retired Missouri Pacific Railroad employee, died Thursday. Graveside services are 2 p.m. today at Riverview Cemetery, Monroe, under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe.

Harvey George Rhymes, 84
QUITMAN — Harvey George Rhymes, a retired bag mill supervisor, died Friday. Services are 2 p.m. Sunday at Hodge Baptist Church. Visitation is 4-9 p.m. today at Edmonds Funeral Home, Jonesboro. Burial will be in Antioch Cemetery, Quitman.

Gerald H. Swihart Sr., 71
JOHNSON CITY, Tenn. — Gerald H. Swihart Sr. died Friday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Dillow-Taylor Funeral Home and Cremation Services.

Jesse Thomas, 69
Jesse Thomas of Monroe, a regional manager, died Friday. Services are 10 a.m. Tuesday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Monday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery, Monroe.

Geraldine C. Upton, 93
DELHI — Geraldine C. Upton, a homemaker, died Friday. Services are 3 p.m. Sunday at Newton Baptist Church, Delhi. Visitation is 6-8 p.m. today at Cox Funeral Home, Delhi. Burial will be in Newton Cemetery.

George Martin Younger, 75
George Martin Younger of West Monroe, a retired Riverwood International employee, died Friday. Services are 2 p.m. Sunday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. today at the funeral home. Burial will be in Hasley Cemetery, West Monroe.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED
Brown, Erma Lee: 11 a.m. today, Smith Funeral Home, Monroe.
Coleman, J.B.: 10 a.m. today, Springhill Baptist Church, Monroe.
Dunnaway, Robert: 2 p.m. today, New Daughters of Zion Baptist Church, West Monroe.
Foster, Lavern B.: 10 a.m. today, Edmonds Funeral Home, Jonesboro.
Franklin, Glenda Faye: 2 p.m. today, Greater Free Gift Baptist Church, Monroe.
Green, Ruth Ella Warlick: 11 a.m. today, Riverview Cemetery, Monroe.
Hall, Alma 'Pinkie': 11 a.m. today, Friendship Missionary Baptist Church, Monroe.
Hamilton, Ora: 10 a.m. today, Kilbourne United Pentecostal Church.
Hill, Alynne Rhodie: 1 p.m. today, Logtown Baptist Church, Monroe.
Nunnery, Leona D.: 10 a.m. today, Waverly Baptist Church.
Peterson, B.F.: 10 a.m. Monday, Owens Memorial Chapel Funeral Home, Ruston.
Quinn, Catherine: 1 p.m. today, Lake Providence Senior High School Auditorium.
Robinson, James E.: 11 a.m. today, Miller Funeral Home, Monroe.
Thompson, Casper: 2:30 p.m. today New Hopewell Baptist Church, Bernice

July 27 , 2008 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

GEORGE MARTIN YOUNGER, JR. Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral services for George Martin Younger, Jr., 75, of West Monroe, LA will be held at 2:00 PM Sunday July 27, 2008 in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe with Father Robert Dandridge officiating. Interment will follow at Hasley Cemetery in West Monroe under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home. George Younger was born September 23, 1932 in West Monroe, LA. He retired from Riverwood Paper Mill after 41 years of service. He is preceded in death by his wife, Beryl of 45 years. Survivors include: daughters, Donna Tolar and husband Sammy of West Monroe and Tammy Younger of Tulsa, OK; grandchildren, Blake Summarell and husband Eric of Sedalia, MO, Justin Tolar and wife Leigh of West Monroe, Megan Jones of Healy, AK, and Austin Jones of Tulsa, OK; great grandchildren, Ian and Allie Bustin, Sam Tolar and Caiden Summarell; and special nephew, Kelton Bacon and wife Martha. Pallbearers will be Sammy Tolar, Max Bacon, Danny Bacon, Richard Hall, Lyn Walker, and Clifton Tarver. Visitation will be from 1:00 PM until service time on Sunday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. The family wishes to extend appreciation to the members of Saint Patrick's Episcopal Church for all their caring concern; especially Marana Parker for providing her Italian spaghetti, which always brightened his day. Online Condolence/Registry: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com

GERTRUDE GOODWYN UPTON Cox Funeral Home Delhi, LA A funeral celebration of the life and home going of Gertrude Upton, age 93, will be held at 3:00 PM Sunday, July 27, 2008 at Newton Baptist Church, McHand Road, Delhi. Family will conduct the service with grandson Clyde Dearman Jr. officiating. Friends and family are invited for a time of sweet remembrance, laughter, thanksgiving to God and loving farewells. She was born August 13, 1914 in Cuba, Alabama to Sylvanus Hamilton Goodwyn and Evie Gibson Goodwyn. The family moved to Richland Parish to be near relatives and settled in the Bush Community. She married Clarence A. Upton and together they raised six children. On Friday, July 25, 2008 she joined her husband and family in Heaven with her children and grandchildren gathered around. Her gentle spirit and sweet smile for everyone endured until the end. The family is very grateful to Deerfield Nursing Home for every act of kindness shown to mother during her years there. Mother lived her life in humble circumstances as a hard working farmer's wife and her gentle strength of character was the heart of the home. A timid and quiet person, mother was a true follower of Christ, a Southern lady-loving, kind, honest, well-read and intelligent. She loved the outdoors, nature, the woods, wildlife, birds and flowers. She enjoyed squirrel and deer hunting and the solitude of the forest. Grandchildren remember her chickens, flower and vegetable gardens tended by her in her straw hat; cathead biscuits and jelly cakes along with her soft voice and love for her husband. Along with her parents and husband, she was gathered in Heaven with her son, Bernell Upton, brother Garvice Goodwyn and sister, Elsie Bordelon and great-grandson, Daniel Mac Dearman. Left to cherish previous memories are children; Gina Rury of Gulfport, MS.; Beth and Clyde Dearman and Beverly Wills of Delhi; David and Ann Upton of Natchez, MS and Sharon and Bill Rice of West Monroe along with twenty three grandchildren and numerous great-grandchildren. To leave a message of condolence to the family please visit www.coxfuneral.com.

LESLIE GABOURY VERHAGEN Crothers-Glenwood Funeral Home Tallulah, LA A memorial mass for Leslie Gaboury Verhagen will be held on Monday, July 28, 2008 at 2:00 PM at St. Edwards Catholic Church in Tallulah, LA. There will be a gathering for family and friends in the church reception hall immediately following the mass. Father Ferre DeCruz will be officiating. Mrs. Verhagen passed away on Friday, July 25, 2008 following a courageous battle with cancer. Leslie was born in Webster, Massachusetts on December 21, 1935. She graduated from St. Louis High School. Mrs. Verhagen served in the U. S. Army from 1954-1956. She moved to Tallulah, LA in 1957. Mrs. Verhagen worked as a social worker for the Madison Parish Welfare Department for 33 years. After her retirement in 1986 she enjoyed life to the fullest. She filled her days spending time with her children, traveling and playing bridge and booray with a host of friends. Mrs. Verhagen was preceded in death by her parents, Estelle and Roland Gaboury, Sr. She is survived by her children and their spouses: Stacy Solet and husband Mike of Houma, LA and Marty Verhagen and his wife Kim of Monroe, LA; her brother Roland Gaboury, Jr. and his wife Bea of Brooklyn, Conn.; his sister Patricia Raymond of Delray Beach, FL and numerous nieces and nephews and her beloved grand dogs Spanky, Sissi and Sabrina. The family would like to thank Dr. Marshall Leary and staff and Dr. Robert Ebeling. We would also like to thank everyone at Collins Haworth Home Health and Patients Choice Hospice. Special thanks to her very caring sitters, Bobbie, Brenda Doris and Pat. In lieu of flowers the family requests donations be made to The Cancer Foundation League, 141 DeSiard St., Suite 407, Monroe, LA 71201. (318-327-1996) or St. Edwards Catholic Church in Tallulah.

MR. JESSE THOMAS Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mr. Jesse Thomas, 69, of Monroe, LA will be held at 10:00 AM, Tuesday, July 29, 2008 in the Chapel of Kilpatrick Funeral Home in West Monroe, LA with Rev. Gary L. Sapp and Rev. Geary Phillips officiating. Interment will follow at Monroe Memorial Park, Monroe, LA under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Mr. Thomas was born September 4, 1938 in Parks, LA son of the late Henry and Vera Ford Thomas and passed away July 25, 2008 in Monroe, LA. A member of First Assembly of God Church in West Monroe, Mr. Thomas was a regional manager for Grinnell-Tyco and a veteran of the US Army. He was affectionately known as "PopPop" by his grandkids. He is survived by his wife, Darline Thomas; son Jerry Bray Thomas and wife Lisa; grandkids; David Bray Thomas (United States Marine Corps) and wife Calynde, Angela Thomas, and Jesse Robert Thomas; sisters, Marcy Erickson and husband James, Lavon Frazer, Dot Lyde, Barbara Evans, and friends of the MAC. Pallbearers will be Ben Martin, Carl Brodnax, Tommy Coates, Roland Jerge, Don Richie and Tommy Smith. Honorary pallbearers Shae Harpe and Kenny Albritton. Visitation will be Monday 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

PAUL ANTHONY CAMPBELL Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road Monroe, LA Paul Anthony Campbell, 40, of West Monroe, LA, passed away July 21, 2008 after a lengthy battle with cancer. He was born May 2, 1968 in Houston, TX. Paul was preceded in death by his father, Jerry Campbell; his brother, Terry Campbell; his grandparents, D. O. Sinclair, and Monroe and Pearl Campbell. He is survived by his mother, Julia S. Campbell; his brothers, Jeffrey, David, and Scott Campbell; children, Anthony and Stormi Campbell; his grandmother, Annie Sinclair; aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, and many cousins. Memorial services will be held at Grace Baptist Church, Harmon Johnson Road, Monroe, LA on Saturday, August 2, 2008, at 10:00 AM with Rev. Ricky Baker and Rev. Joe Solomon officiating. Memorials may be sent to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital or Grace Baptist Church. The family wishes to express their thanks to the wonderful caring people at E. A. Conway Hospital. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com

WAYMON W. MAY Riser Funeral Home Columbia, LA Funeral services for Waymon W. May will be held Monday, July 28, 2008 at 2:00 PM from the Columbia Heights Baptist Church in Columbia. Officiating will be Rev. Jay Morgan, Rev. James Prince, and Terry Johnston will deliver the Eulogy. Mr. Waymon , as he was known to all who knew and loved him, passed away in the early morning hours of Saturday, July 26, 2008 at the Citizens Medical Center in Columbia at the age of 95 after a brief illness. Burial will be at the Hickory Springs Cemetery in Jackson Parish with all services under direction of Riser Funeral Home of Columbia. Visitation will be on Sunday July 27 from 4:00 to 8:00 PM at Riser Funeral Home located at 7131 US Hwy 165, Columbia. Waymon was born on November 13, 1912 in Caldwell Parish to Dudley M. and Linnie Pankey May. He lived his entire life less than two miles from where he was born. He was descended from Joseph May, a pioneer who bought land and settled in Jackson Parish in 1853. Waymon loved to tell stories of the experiences of his long life. His favorite story was about capturing a red wolf and displaying it on leash at Capps Inn in Columbia. Mr. May served on the Caldwell Parish Police Jury from 1948 until 1976, serving as President during one term. He retired from his job as a school bus driver in 1969. Many people in Caldwell Parish remember riding Mr. Waymon's bus to school. He was a member of Old Union Baptist Church. Waymon always had a beautiful vegetable garden that he loved to show off and share the bounty with family and friends. He was preceded in death by his son, Johnny Wayne May, son in law Jack D. Johnston, brother and sister in law, Woodrow and Ruth May, sister and brother in law, Loyce and George Womack. Survivors include his wife of 70 years, Vivian Rester May of Grayson. Daughters, Dewanna Johnston of Columbia, and Dianne Johnson and husband F. L. "Sonny" Johnson of Winnfield. Grandchildren, Terry Johnston and wife Kandy of Columbia, Tonyah Meredith and husband Lyn of Columbia, Misty Wilkins and husband Paul of Columbia, David May and wife Donna of Columbia, Jeffrey Johnson of Winnfield, and Steven Johnson of Winnfield, brother and sister in law Hollis and Earlene May of West Monroe and five great grand children. Pallbearers include F.L. "Sonny" Johnson, Jeffrey Johnson, Steven Johnson Terry Johnston, David May, Steve May, Ronnie McIlwain and Lyn Meredith. Please visit riserfuneralhomes.com for online condolences.

Melba Patten Dean, 91
ROCKY BRANCH — Melba Patten Dean, a homemaker, died Friday. Services are 10:30 a.m. Tuesday at Pleasant Hill Baptist Church. Burial will be in Rocky Branch Cemetery under the direction of Farrar Funeral Home, Farmerville. Visitation is 6 to 9 p.m. at the church.

John Stewart Greer, 47
FERRIDAY — John Stewart Greer, an oil field worker, died Saturday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Comer Funeral Home, Ferriday.

Loraine Rabb Larance, 90
RUSTON — Loraine Rabb Larance, a retired beautician, died Friday. Services are 10 a.m. Tuesday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home in Ruston. Burial will be in Vienna Cemetery, Vienna. Visitation is 6 to 8 p.m. Monday at the funeral home.

Lorece Mock McGee, 87
Lorece Mock McGee of West Monroe, a homemaker, died Friday. Services are 10 a.m. Monday at New Chapel Hill Baptist Church, West Monroe. Burial will be in New Chapel Hill Cemetery under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home in West Monroe. Visitation will be 5 to 8 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home and 9 a.m. until service time at the church.

True Love Minor, 84
WISNER — True Love Minor, a housekeeper, died Wednesday. Services are 1 p.m. Tuesday at Newlight Baptist Church, Wisner. Burial will be in Hope Estate Cemetery, Wisner, under the direction of Richardson Funeral Home, Winnsboro. Visitation will be noon until service time at the church.

Lucille Toney, 85
DELHI — Lucille Toney, a homemaker, died Saturday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Rayville.

Gertrude Goodwyn Upton, 93
DELHI — Gertrude Goodwyn Upton, a homemaker, died Friday. Services are 3 p.m. today at Newton Baptist Church, Delhi. Burial will be in Newton Cemetery under the direction of Cox Funeral Home, Delhi. Visitation is 1:30 p.m. until service time at the church.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED
Hemphill, Louis: 2 p.m. today, Mulhearn Funeral Home, Winnsboro.
Peterson, B.F.: 10 a.m. Monday, Owens Memorial Chapel Funeral Home, Ruston.
Rhymes, Harvey George: 2 p.m. today, Hodge Baptist Church, Hodge.
Thomas, Jesse: 10 a.m. Tuesday, Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.
Younger, George Martin: 2 p.m. today, Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

July 28, 2008 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

LUCILLE TONEY Mulhearn Funeral Home Rayville, LA Services for Mrs. Lucille Toney, 85, of Rayville, LA will be 10:00 AM, Tuesday, July 29, 2008 at Mulhearn Chapel, Rayville, LA with the Rev.Fred Keys officiating. Internment to follow in Rayville Masonic Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home Rayville, LA. Mrs. Toney a member of Eastside Baptist Church, passed away, Saturday, July 26, 2008 in Delhi, LA. She was preceded in death by her husband Jodie Leon Toney, great granddaughter Kate Breanne Downey as well as 3 brothers and 1 sister. She is survived by two daughters Barbara Downey and her husband Jim Downey of West Monroe, LA and Linda McDonald and her husband Dr. Kennth McDonald, III of Delhi, LA; sister, Rose Williams of Start, LA; granddaughter, Dana McCarthy and her husband Tommy of West Monroe, LA, grandsons, Keith Downey and his wife Amanda of McKinney, TX and Kenneth Ellis McDonald, IV, of Delhi, LA; great grandson, Jacob McCarthy and great granddaughter, Kyndall McCarthy both of West Monroe, LA. Pallbearers will be Keith Downey, Kennth Ellis McDonald, IV, Gary Williams, Perry Huff and Tommy MCCarthy. Visitation will be from 6:00-8:00 PM Monday, 9:00 AM till service time on Tuesday at the funeral home. Online registry/condolences at www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com

MELBA PATTEN DEAN FARRAR FUNERAL HOME Farmerville, LA Funeral services for Mrs. Melba Patten Dean of Rocky Branch will be held 10:30 AM, Tuesday at Pleasant Hill Baptist Church in Rocky Branch with Rev. Ryan Chapman and Rev. Mickey Bounds officiating. Visitation will be from 6:00-9:00 PM today at the church. Interment will be in the Rocky Branch Cemetery with arrangements under the direction of Farrar Funeral Home of Farmerville. Mrs. Dean, a homemaker, entered into her heavenly home on July 25, 2008. She was a lifelong resident of Union Parish and a member of Pleasant Hill Baptist Church. Preceding her in death are her husband Clyde Dean and a brother Arley Patten. Survivors include two daughters: Kay Telano and Mildred Braddock and husband Elvin all of Rocky Branch. One sister: Bessie Garris of Alamosa, CO Five Grandchildren: Eddie Price and wife Keri; Timothy Price; Kim Blackman and husband Keith; Margaret Miller and husband Johnny; Donna Smith and husband Tracy. Nine Great Grandchildren and a host of nieces, nephews and other relatives. Pallbearers: Tracy Smith, Johnny Miller, Eddie Price, Keith Blackman, Jared Blackman and Bobby Patten. Honorary pallbearers will be the deacons of Pleasant Hill Baptist Church. Online messages may be sent to the family at www.farrarfh.com.

RS. DOROTHY LEE BROOKS HUMBLE Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Graveside services for Mrs. Dorothy Lee Brooks Humble, 84, of West Monroe, LA will be held at 10:00 AM, Tuesday, July 29, 2008 at Twin Cities Memorial Garden in West Monroe, LA with Rev. Wesley Pittman officiating. Services are under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Mrs. Humble was born July 1, 1924 in Columbus, Mississippi and passed away July 27, 2008 in West Monroe, LA. A member of Bethel Baptist Church. She is survived by her husband, Kenneth E. Humble, son, David Lee Cantrell and wife Elizabeth of Shreveport, LA, grandson, Kevin David Cantrell and wife Christina of Manhatten Beach, CA. Survived by several nieces and nephews, also survived by special friends Ann and Robert Sullivan, Dennis and Pat Glenon and one great grandchild on the way. Visitation will be Monday from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM at Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Contributions made be made to the March Of Dimes. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com

Wilburn D. Beevers, 87
FARMERVILLE — Wilburn D. Beevers, formerly of Rayville, a salesman, died Sunday. Services are 10 a.m. Tuesday at First Baptist Church, Rayville. Burial will be in Start Cemetery. Visitation is 5-7:30 p.m. today at Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Rayville.

Opal Calloway Billings, 83
Opal Calloway Billings, of West Monroe, a retired plant supervisor at Manville, died Saturday. Services are 2 p.m. Tuesday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Burial will be in Riverview Cemetery. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. today at the funeral home.

Herman Campbell, 64
Herman Campbell, of West Monroe, a retired welder at Riverwood, died Sunday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Donald Couch, 18
SILSBEE, Texas — Donald Couch, a student, died Sunday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Riser Funeral Home, Columbia.

James 'Bill' Crnkovic, 80
LAKE PROVIDENCE — James "Bill" Crnkovic, a heavy equipment operator, died Saturday. Services are 2 p.m. Tuesday at Providence Church. Visitation will be after the service at the church. Cox Funeral Home, Lake Providence is presiding.

Barbara Midkiff Dowd, 66
Barbara Midkiff Dowd, of Monroe, a homemaker, died Sunday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road.

John Stewart Greer, 47
FERRIDAY — John Stewart Greer, a retired crane operator at Helmerich and Payne Inc., died Saturday. Services are 10 a.m. Tuesday at Lake St. John Community Baptist Church. Burial will be in Greenlawn Memorial Park, Natchez, Miss., under the direction of Comer Funeral Home, Ferriday. Visitation is 6-9 p.m. today at the funeral home.

Major Cleve Mathis, 59
Major Cleve Mathis, of Monroe and formerly of Madison Parish, an Air Force veteran and manager of Labor Finders, died Thursday. Services are 2 p.m. today at First Baptist Church, Tallulah. Burial will be in Memorial Park Cemetery, Tallulah, under the direction of Crothers-Glenwood Funeral Home, Tallulah. Visitation is 10 a.m.-noon today at the funeral home.

Waymon M. May, 95
GRAYSON — Waymon M. May, a school bus driver, died Saturday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Columbia Heights Baptist Church. Burial will be in Hickory Springs Cemetery, west of Grayson, under the direction of Riser Funeral Home, Columbia. Visitation is 8 a.m.-noon today at the funeral home.

Previously acknowledged
Dean, Melba Patten: 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, Pleasant Hill Baptist Church, Rocky Branch.
Larance, Loraine Rabb: 10 a.m. Tuesday, Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Ruston.
McGee, Lorece Mock: 10 a.m. today, New Chapel Baptist Church, West Monroe.
Minor, True Love: 1 p.m. Tuesday, Newlight Baptist Church, Wisner.
Peterson, B.F.: 10 a.m. today, Owens Memorial Chapel Funeral Home, Ruston.
Thomas, Jesse: 10 a.m. Tuesday, Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe

BARBARA MIDKIFF DOWD Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mrs. Barbara Midkiff Dowd, 66, of Monroe will be held at 10:00 AM Thursday, July 31, 2008 at Bible Missionary Church, 1146 Finks Hideaway Road, Monroe with Rev. Stuart Hallam officiating. Interment will follow at Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery. Mrs. Dowd passed away Sunday, July 27, 2008. She was a charter member of the Monroe Bible Missionary Church. She was also a member of the Gideons Auxillary. She was preceded in death by her parents, Walter and Polly Midkiff; sisters, Sharon Bailey and Beverly Midkiff. Survivors include her husband, John Hardy Dowd; sons, John David Dowd and wife Judith of Tulsa, OK and Barry W. Dowd and wife Heidi of Monroe, LA; daughter, Sheila K. Seward and husband Brett of Parma, ID; grandchildren, Justin, Jason, Hannah, Sarah, Jeffrey, and Leah Dowd and Dana and Darcy Seward; brothers, Albert Lee Midkiff and wife JoAnn of Yawkey, WV and Noel "Butch" Midkiff of Shreveport, LA; sister, Nadine Rae Snodgrass and husband Morris of Pleasant Grove, AL. Pallbearers will be Brian Dowd, Greg Dowd, Royce Bates, Charles Dodd, Mike Snodgrass, and Danny Neal. Honorary pallbearers will be the local Gideons. Visitation will be Wednesday, July 30, 2008 from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com

GLEN REGINALD KELLY Riser Funeral Home Columbia, LA Services for Glen Reginald Kelly, age 50 of Jonesboro will be held at 10 AM, Wednesday, July 30, 2008 from the chapel of Riser Funeral Home in Columbia with Rev. LaVurl Shell officiating. Interment will follow in the Old Bethel Cemetery west of Clarks. Visitation will be Tuesday from 2:00 PM until 9:00 PM at Riser Funeral Home, 7131 Hwy 165, Columbia. Mr. Kelly was born on June 1, 1958 in Bremerton, Washington to the union of Robert Richard and Shirley Reed Kelly and died Sunday, July 27, 2008 at his residence. He was a retired drilling superintendent and oilfield consultant. He was preceded in death by his son: Timothy Kelly, his brother: Zendal Ray Kelly and his sister: Delores McGee. Survivors include his father: Robert "Bob" Kelly of Pollock, his mother and step-father: Shirley and Paul Stiles of Robeline, his son and daughter-in-law: Kenneth and Dixie Kelly of Grayson, his son: Alan Kelly of Grayson, his sister: Necy Bennett of Robeline and his granddaughter: Sara Kelly of Grayson. Pallbearers are Timmy Allen, Clifton Bennett, Jarrod Bennett, John Slaughter, Will Johnson, William Whitman and Brad Bennett. Online condolences may be sent to www.riserfuneralhomes. com.

HERMAN DEAN CAMPBELL, SR. Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mr. Herman Dean Campbell, Sr., 64, of West Monroe will be held at 10:00 AM Wednesday July 30, 2008 in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home in West Monroe with Bro. Randy Dowdy officiating. Interment will follow at Roselawn Memorial Gardens Cemetery in Calhoun under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Mr. Campbell worked in the maintenance department as a welder for Riverwood for 36 years until he retired. Dean was an avid fisherman and hunter. He loved spending time outdoors with family and friends. Survivors include his wife of 34 years, Bobbie Jean Campbell; son, Herman Dean "Dusty" Campbell, Jr. and wife Deanna; step sons, Jerry Sargent of West Monroe and Ronnie Hollie of Florida; sister, Candace Lynn Cornwell and husband Ralph of Wichita Falls, KS; brothers, Roy Gene Campbell and wife Jarvis of Colorado, Raymond Glenn Campbell and wife Jeanette of West Monroe, and Michael Harris and wife Bonnie of West Monroe; grandchildren, Dusti Norine Goodnite, Angel Jackson, Dean Vincent Goodnite, Nikki Jackson, Leeanna Jackson, Aedan Louis-Dean Campbell, Tommy Dean McKee, Benjamin Cornwell, Shawn Cornwell, John Cornwell, Mary Elizabeth Sargent, Tanner Jordan Sargent, and Courtney Virginia Sargent; great grandchild, Averyonna Goodnite; numerous nieces and nephews, and his beloved chow, B.J. Pallbearers will be Houston Campbell, Robert Lawrence, J.D. Price, Charles Elmore, John Jackson, Michael Wyrick, Tracy Campbell, and Bobby Phillips. Visitation will be from 5:00 PM until 9:00 PM Tuesday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Online Condolence/Registry: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com

OPAL CALLOWAY BILLINGS Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mrs. Opal Calloway Billings, 83, of West Monroe, LA will be held at 2:00 PM, Tuesday, July 29, 2008 in the chapel of Kilpatrick Funeral Home in West Monroe, LA with Minister Don DeLukie officiating and Jamie Wilhite delivering the Eulogy. Interment to follow in Riverview Cemetery, Monroe, LA under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe, LA. She was born February 24, 1925 in Jasper, Alabama to Pervie and Ludie Calloway and passed away Saturday, July 26, 2008 at StoneyBrook Memory Care Assisted Living in West Monroe, LA. She was a faithful member of Jackson Street Church of Christ. Mrs. Billings retired after 40 years, working first for Brown Paper Mill in the bag plant and retiring as a Plant Supervisor for Manville Corp. She enjoyed gardening, baking, traveling and camping. Most of all she loved being with family and spoiling her grandchildren. In later years, after retirement she took up oil painting. She loved visiting with people and even after the disease of Alzheimer's took over her mind she never stopped talking to anyone who would listen. She won an award at StoneyBrook for the "best conversationalist". She was affectionately known as "Nanny" by her grandchildren. Mrs. Billings was preceded in death by her husband of 54 years, Cleo Billings, son, Leon Billings, sister, Thelma Malmay, and a brother, Clifford Calloway. She is survived by her grandchildren, Michael Billings and wife Sandra of Weston, La., Keith Billings and wife Debbie of West Monroe, La., and Michele Coker and husband Mark of Calhoun, LA, daughter-in-law, Liz Billings and sister-in-law, Audrey Calloway of West Monroe, La., along with 11 great-grandchildren, 3 great-great grandchildren, and numerous nieces and nephews. The family would like to thank the entire staff at StoneyBrook for the love and care they gave to her for 4 ½ years. No matter what was going on in our lives we knew she was being loved and cared for. We would also like to thank the members of Haven Home Health, Med Nurse, and Premier Hospice that took such special care of her and of us. A special thanks to Marilyn, Brandy, Brother Andy, and Nita. Pallbearers will be Gary Futch, Jamie Wilhite, Terry Ware, L.V. Kane, Terry Hebert, and Wesley Coker. Visitation will be Tuesday at 1:00 until time of the service. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com

WILBORN D. BEEVERS Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Rayville, LA Funeral services for Wilborn D. Beevers, 87, of Rayville, LA will be held at 10:00 AM, Tuesday, July 29, 2008 at Rayville First Baptist Church, Rayville, with Dr. Ernest Winburn officiating. Internment will follow in Start Cemetary under the direction of Brown-Holley Funeral Home in Rayville, LA. Wilborn was born on August 28, 1920 and passed away on Sunday, July 27, 2008. Mr. Beevers was preceded in death by his wife, Jane Beevers. Wilborn retired from Delta Ridge Implement Co. after 43 years at age 80. He was a member of Rayville First Baptist Church where he taught Sunday School for 27 years. Survivors include his son; Billy Beevers and wife, Ramona of Delhi, LA., daughter Bonnie Cunningham and husband, Wayne of Farmerville, LA., son Jerry Paul Beevers and wife Trang of Sugarland, TX, grandchildren; Tyler Beevers of Brentwood, TN., Brad Cunningham of Farmerville, LA., Kelli Batten of West Monroe, LA., Kathie Spradling of Berwick, LA., Maelynn Beevers of Sugarland, TX., 9-great grandchildren. Pallbearers will be Jim Adams, Alvin Lane, B.J. McKnight, Fraulene McKnight, Dewey Senn, Randy Eager. Honorary Pallbearers will be Bob Johnston, Wilburn Harris, Lawrence Medlin and Alan Thompson. In lieu of flowers the family requests that donations or memorials be made to LA Baptist Children's Home in Monroe. To leave condolences for the family go online to www.brownholleyfuneralhomes.com

Van Carl Brumley, 58
OAK GROVE — Van Carl Brumley, a pipeliner, died Sunday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Beulah Baptist Church, Oak Grove. Visitation is 9 a.m. until service time at the church. Burial will be in Beulah Cemetery, Oak Grove, under the direction of Cox Funeral Home, Oak Grove.

Jon Paeton Coates, 72
RINGGOLD — Jon Paeton Coates, formerly of Columbia, a dry cleaner owner, died Sunday. Services are 11 a.m. today at Columbia Church of Christ. Visitation is 10 a.m. until service time today at the church. Burial will be in Welcome Home Cemetery, Columbia, under the direction of Rockett Funeral Home, Ringgold.

Donald Wayne Couch-Blake, 18
SILSBEE, Texas — Donald Wayne Couch-Blake, a student, died Saturday. Services are 10 a.m. Thursday at Riser Funeral Home, Columbia. Visitation is 3-9 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Blake Cemetery east of Olla.

Keith Edwards, 28
Keith Edwards of Monroe died Saturday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Monroe.

Glen Reginald Kelly, 50
JONESBORO — Glen Reginald Kelly, a retired drilling superintendent and oilfield consultant, died Sunday. Services are 10 a.m. Wednesday at Riser Funeral Home, Columbia. Visitation is 2-9 p.m. today at the funeral home. Burial will be in Old Bethel Cemetery west of Clarks.

Grady Elias Lee Jr., 75
Grady Elias Lee Jr. of Monroe, a retired Riverwood research chemist, died Sunday. Services are 10 a.m. Thursday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Roselawn Memorial Gardens, Calhoun.

Dorothy Lee Brooks Humble, 84
Dorothy Lee Brooks Humble of West Monroe, a homemaker, died Sunday. Graveside services are 10 a.m. today at Twin Cities Memorial Gardens, West Monroe, under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Mary Evelyn Jackson, 77
JONESVILLE — Mary Evelyn Jackson, a secretary, died Sunday. Services are 10 a.m. Wednesday at First Methodist Church, Jonesville. Visitation is from 5 p.m. today at the church. Burial will be in Silver Cross Cemetery, Tallulah, under the direction of Hixson Brothers Funeral Home.

Betty Jane Payton Parker, 69
BOSSIER CITY —Betty Jane Payton Parker, formerly of Ruston, a retired personnel director, died Sunday. Graveside services are 10 a.m. today at Greenwood Cemetery, Ruston, under the direction of Owens Memorial Chapel Funeral Home, Ruston.

Jesse Thomas, 69
Jesse Thomas of Monroe, a Grinnell Tyco regional manager, died Friday. Services are 10 a.m. today at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park, Monroe.

Lucille Toney, 85
RAYVILLE — Lucille Toney, a homemaker, died Saturday. Services are 10 a.m. today at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Rayville. Visitation is 9 a.m. until service time today at the funeral home.

Donald Wallace, 66
GRAYSON — Donald Wallace, an electrical draftsman, died Sunday. Graveside services are 2 p.m. Wednesday at St. Pascal's Cemetery, West Monroe. Visitation is 10 a.m.-noon Wednesday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Lenora Washington, 85
CHICAGO, Ill. — Lenora Washington, formerly of Delhi, a homemaker, died July 21. Services are noon today at Mount Zion Missionary Baptist Church, Delhi. Burial will be in the church cemetery under the direction of Funerals by McFarland, Delhi.

Carlos Radell Whitley, 42
BOGUE CHITTO, Miss. — Carlos Radell Whitley, a logging company employee, died July 23. Services are 11 a.m. Wednesday at New Morning Star Baptist Church, Ferriday. Visitation is 9 a.m.-2 p.m. today at Collin's Temple Church of God in Christ, Bogue Chitto, and 9 a.m. until service time Wednesday at New Morning Star Baptist Church, Ferriday. Wake services are 7-9 p.m. today at New Morning Star. Burial will be in Natchez National Cemetery under the direction of Marshall Funeral Home, Brookhaven, Miss.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED
Beevers, Wilburn D.: 10 a.m. today, First Baptist Church, Rayville.
Billings, Opal Calloway: 2 p.m. today, Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.
Crnkovic, James 'Bill': 2 p.m. today, Providence Church, Lake Providence.
Dean, Melba Patten: 10:30 a.m. today, Pleasant Hill Baptist Church, Rocky Branch.
Greer, John Stewart: 10 a.m. today, Lake St. John Community Baptist Church, Ferriday.
Larance, Loraine Rabb: 10 a.m. today, Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Ruston.
Minor, True Love: 1 p.m. today, Newlight Baptist Church, Wisner.
Thomas, Jesse: 10 a.m. today, Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe

July 30, 2008 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

CHARLES GLYNN BREWSTER Kilpatrick Funeral Home Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mr. Charles Glynn Brewster, 83, of Monroe, Louisiana will be 1:00 PM, Thursday, July 31, 2008 at Kilpatrick Funeral Home of Monroe, LA with Rev. Warren Eckhardt officiating and interment will follow at Wesley Chapel Cemetery in Ruston, LA under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home of Monroe. Mr. Brewster was born August 21, 1924 in Choudrant, LA and passed away peacefully July 27, 2008 in Monroe, LA. Charles was a friend to all and always was ready with a joke or a tall tale. In the 1960's he owned and operated Brewster Marine in Monroe. He then worked many years for Rivers Ford. He was never happier than when rebuilding an engine or out fishing. He was a member of North Monroe Baptist Church where he enjoyed the fellowship of Christian friends in Jack Dole's Sunday School Class. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife: Lucille Evans Brewster. Mr. Brewster is survived by his sister: Mary June Mendias; sister-in-law: Ebond Smelley and husband, Bill; brother-in-law: Robert Evans; nephews: Michael Mendias and Richard Smelley; nieces: Kathy Mendias, Diane Harkins, Robin Evans; numerous great nieces and nephews and many, many friends. Visitation will be 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM Wednesday, July 30, 2008, at Kilpatrick Funeral Home of Monroe, LA. Online condolences may be sent to the family at kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com.

DAVID GUY TULLIS Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Graveside services for David Guy Tullis, 71, of West Monroe, LA, will be at 10:00 AM, Friday August 1, 2008 at Hasley Cemetery in West Monroe, LA with Chaplain Paul Ford officiating under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe, LA. Mr. Tullis was born in Montross, Arkansas on January 23, 1937 and passed away in West Monroe, LA on July 23, 2008. Preceded in death by his father; Ernest Lincoln Tullis, mother; Bertha Helen Tullis, brother; James Tullis, son; Paul Tullis. Survivors include his children; David Charles Tullis, Janet Fishback, Patricia Klehr, Carla Lassen, Karen Holmes, Lori Harper, step children; Adeina Lynn Maza, Peggy Travis, brother; Paul Tullis, survived by nineteen grandchildren and several great grandchildren. Visitation will be Thursday evening from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com.

GRADY ELIAS LEE, JR. Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral services for Grady Elias Lee, Jr., 75, of Monroe, LA will be held at 10:00 AM, Thursday, July 31, 2008 in the chapel of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Rev. Jerry Lee and Rev. Scott Holder will be officiating. Interment will follow at Roselawn Memorial Gardens Calhoun, LA under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Mr. Lee was born January 8, 1933 in Monroe, LA and passed away July 27, 2008 in Monroe, LA. He was retired with over 40 years of service with Riverwood as a research chemist. Mr. Lee served in the United States Army. He enjoyed hunting, fishing and leisure drives in the reserve. Mr. Lee was preceded in death by his parents, Grady E. Lee, Sr. and Alma Viola Lee; brother, James Lee, sister, Della Lee Cox and a nephew, Melvin Lee, Jr. He is survived by his wife of 41 years, Lula Ann Murphy Lee; daughters, Gwenda Lee Reid and husband Ernie, Beth Walton McGraw and husband Wayne; granddaughter; Kellie Reid; grandsons; Benjamin Reid, Alan McGraw, Sean McGraw; brother, Melvin Lee, Sr. and wife Susan ; sister, Melba Lee Binns and husband Frederick; numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins. Pallbearers will be Wayne McGraw, Brian McGraw, Robert Murphy, Matt Spillers, Jamie Beach and Jeremy Thompson. Honorary pallbearers will be the grandchildren. Visitation will be Wednesday from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM at Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com.

RICHARD LEE DAVIS, SR. Riser Funeral Home Columbia, LA Services for Richard Lee Davis Sr., age 64 of Columbia, will be 10:00 AM Thursday, July 31, 2008, at the chapel of Riser Funeral Home in Columbia with Rev. Jimmy Goodman officiating. Interment will follow at the Holum Baptist Church Cemetery in Grayson. Visitation will be 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM Wednesday evening, July 30, 2008, at Riser Funeral Home in Columbia. Mr. Davis was born on August 19, 1943, in Lake Providence to the union of Roland Daniel and Florence Elizabeth Johnson Davis and passed away Monday, July 28, 2008, at St. Francis Medical Center in Monroe. He was a member of Holum Baptist Church and a retired driller in the oil fields. He was preceded in death by his parents, his three brothers; Roland Davis, Paul Davis and Albert Davis and his special nephew, Scotty Davis. Survivors include his wife of 37 years; Joy Ivy Davis of Columbia, his daughter; Katherine Michelle Davis of Columbia, his son; Richard Lee Davis, Jr. and his wife, Alicia of Columbia, his two brothers; Al Davis and his wife, Joann of Columbia and Alford Davis and his wife, Joan of Midland, TX, his two sisters; Juanita McDaniel and Louise Oglesbee-Thomas both of Oak Grove, his three grandchildren; Kelsi Davis, Konner Davis and Kacey Davis. He will also be remembered as a special "Papaw" to Gage Ruddell, Gunner Ruddell, Zeb Ruddell, Abby Rowland and Ashleigh Rowland. Pallbearers are Harvey Elliott, Tommy Rowland, Mike McDaniel, Berl Braddock, Chris Hunt, and Jim Rowland. Honorary pallbearers are the men's Sunday School Class of Holum Baptist Church, Denny Davis, Kenneth Frith, and his brother-in-laws; Norman Ivy, James Watson, Pat Ivy, Alvin Ivy, Mike Ivy and Joe McKinney. Online condolences may be made at www.riserfuneralhomes.com.

Brandon Bell, 24
HAILE — Brandon Bell, a Sterlington High School graduate, died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Farmerville.

Donald Couch Blake, 18
SILSBEE, Texas — Donald Wayne Couch Blake died Saturday. Services are 10 a.m. Thursday at Riser Funeral Home, Olla. Visitation is 3-9 p.m. today at the funeral home. Burial will be in Blake Cemetery, east of Olla.

Myrtle G. Blake, 93
WINNSBORO — Myrtle G. Blake, formerly of Delhi, a homemaker, died Monday. Services are 10 a.m. today at Lamar Baptist Church. Burial will be in Faith Memorial Park Cemetery under the direction of Cox Funeral Home, Delhi.

Murrell E. Bowen, 77
OAK GROVE — Murrell E. Bowen, an appliance repairman, died Monday. Services are 10:30 a.m. Thursday at Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Oak Grove. Visitation is 5-9 p.m. today at the funeral home. Burial will be in Red Wing Cemetery, Oak Grove.

John W. Bradshaw, 85
John W. Bradshaw of Monroe, a heavy equipment operator, died Tuesday. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. today at Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Rayville. Other arrangements are incomplete.

Herman Dean Campbell Sr., 64
Herman Dean Campbell Sr. of West Monroe, a retired welder with Riverwood, died Sunday. Services are 10 a.m. today at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Visitation is 9 a.m. today until service time. Burial will be in Roselawn Memorial Gardens Cemetery.

Barbara Midkiff Dowd, 66
Barbara Midkiff Dowd of Monroe, a homemaker, died Sunday. Services are 10 a.m. Thursday at Bible Missionary Church, Finks Hideaway Road, Monroe. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. today at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery.

T.W. English, 85
T.W. English of West Monroe, an auto salesman, died Monday. Services are 10 a.m. today at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Burial will be in Hasley Cemetery, West Monroe.

The Rev. Zack E. Gibson, 86
RUSTON — The Rev. Zack E. Gibson, formerly of Bastrop, a retired employee of International Paper Co., died Monday. Services are 1 p.m. Thursday at Golden Funeral Home, Bastrop. Burial will be in Crossroads Cemetery, Crossett, Ark.

Sam Wesley Hutto, 60
GILBERT — Sam Wesley Hutto, a mechanic and welder, died Monday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Chase Pentecostal Church. Burial will be in Oakley Cemetery, Gilbert, under the direction of Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home, Winnsboro.

Glen Reginald Kelly, 50
JONESBORO — Glen Reginald Kelly, a retired drilling superintendent and oilfield consultant, died Sunday. Services are 10 a.m. today at Riser Funeral Home, Columbia. Burial will be in Old Bethel Cemetery, west of Clarks.

Michael 'Mike' Nellams, 47
DALLAS, Texas — Michael "Mike" Nellams, formerly of Homer, a salesman, died July 23. Services are 1 p.m. Friday at Golden Gate Funeral Home, Dallas and 1 p.m. Saturday at Lane Chapel C.M.E. Church, Homer. Visitation is 2-9 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Wheaton Cemetery, Homer.

Joseph Louis Talton Jr., infant
Joseph Louis Talton Jr. of West Monroe, the infant son of Alicia Tribble and Joseph Louis Talton Sr., died July 23. Graveside services are 2 p.m. Thursday at Hasley Cemetery, West Monroe. Arrangements are under the direction of Miller Funeral Home, Monroe.

Orvey Trichell, 85
OAK GROVE — Orvey Trichell, a farmer and paper mill worker, died Monday. Services are 2 p.m. Thursday at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Oak Grove. Visitation is today at Cox Funeral Home, Oak Grove. Burial will be in Oak Grove Cemetery.

Jamiracle Walker, infant
Jamiracle Walker of Monroe, the infant daughter of Yolanda Walker and Jamarcus Elliott, died Sunday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Smith Funeral Home, Monroe.

Previously acknowledged
Lee Jr., Grady Elias: 10 a.m. Thursday, Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.
Jackson, Mary Evelyn: 10 a.m. today, First Methodist Church, Jonesville.
Wallace, Donald: 2 p.m. today, St. Pascal's Cemetery, West Monroe.
Whitley, Carlos Radell: 11 a.m. today, New Morning Star Baptist Church, Ferriday

July 31, 2008 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

"SPANKY" JAMES POWELL Kilpatrick Funeral Home Farmerville, LA Funeral Services for "Spanky" James Powell, 24, of Marion, LA, will be held at 10:00 AM Friday, August 1, 2008, at Kilpatrick Funeral Home Chapel in Farmerville with Rev. Donald Reeves officiating. Interment will follow in Union Cemetery under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home in Farmerville, LA. "Spanky" was born on December 27, 1983 in Monroe, LA. He passed away on July 28, 2008 in Farmerville, LA. He is survived by his son, Hayden Maxwell and fiance' Marice Maxwell; father: Ronald Powell and Louise Duff; mother: Cheryl Worthington and step father Danny McGee; grandmother: Mary Jo Worthington and James Atchison; sister: Nikki Powell and husband, Casey Powell; Taylor Powell and Nikkie Duff; brother: Thomas Worthington and wife Luara; 2 nephews: Sevren and Castor Worthington; aunt: Stacy Smith and husband Matt Smith; and children, Sydney, Courtney, Chole Smith, special uncle Add Worthington and a number of aunts, uncles and cousins, a niece and nephew; and the Powell family. Pallbearers will be: Randy Powell, Jason Rodrigues, Matt Smith, Jerry Patton, Danny McGee and Bo Thomas. Visitation will be held from 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM Thursday, July 31, 2008, at Kilpatrick Funeral Home in Farmerville, LA. Donations can be made to the charity of your choice in memory of Spanky. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneral homes.com.

BRANDON BELL Kilpatrick Funeral Home Farmerville, LA Funeral Services for Brandon Bell, 24, of Haile, LA, will be held at 10:00 AM Thursday, July 31, 2008 at Kilpatrick Funeral Home Chapel in Farmerville with Rev. Don Reeves officiating. Interment will follow in Liberty Cemetery in Linville under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home in Farmerville, LA. Visitation will be on Wednesday, July 30, 2008 from 4:00 PM to 9:00 PM at the Funeral Home until time of service. Brandon was born on July 20, 1984 in Alexandria. He passed away in a tragic car accident. Brandon attended school in Grant and Rapides Parishes. He is a graduate of Sterlington High School where he was a starter on the varsity basketball team. His basketball skills earned him the nickname, "White Mike". He loved sports, fishing, hunting, cars, and hanging out with his friends. He was preceded in death by his grandmother, Diane Bell. Survivors include his mother, Lisa Dempsey; father and step mother, Bruce and June Bell; brother, Jacob Bell; grandparents, Jerry and Kathy Owens; grandfather, Robert Bell; great-grandmothers, Margaret Adams and Ina Bordelon; aunts and uncles, Bonnie and Marty Deshautelle, Kim Sellers, Julie and Warren Morris; nephew, TJ Bell; and many other relatives and friends. Pallbearers will be Ricky Bradshaw, Rusty Bradshaw, Robert Bell, Aubrey Chenevert, Fredrick Hill, Marcus Murphy, Chris Orozco, Dexter Swan and Derrick Thomas. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneral homes.com.

JIMMY BRAKEFIELD Brown-Holley Funeral Home Raville, LA Funeral services for James M. Brakefield, 49, of Rayville will be held at 2:00 PM, Saturday, August 2, 2008 at Rayville First Baptist Church in Rayville with Rev. Bobby Wilson and Dr. Ernest Winburn officiating. Internment will follow at Mulhearn Memorial Park under the direction of Brown-Holley Funeral Home in Rayville. James M. Brakefield was born on December 11, 1958 and passed away on Tuesday, July 29, 2008 in Monroe. Mr. Brakefield was preceded in death by his father, Bill Brakefield, nephew; Scott Blake and father-in-law; Woodard C. Perkins. He was a member of Woodlawn Baptist Church. Survivors include his wife; Bonnie Brakefield of Rayville, children; Jay Brakefield and wife; Chastidy of Rayville, Matt Brakefield and wife; Crystal of Rayville, Michael Brakefield and fiancé; Anna of Rayville, Mandi Brakefield and Jason Chriceol of Rayville, mother; Nelda Brakefield of Rayville, brother; Rusty Brakefield and wife; Janet of Rayville, sister-in-laws; Betty Weaver and husband, Richard of Sterlington, Brenda Castleberry and husband, John of Rayville, mother-in-law; Sybal Perkins of Rayville, grandchildren; Garrett Brakefield, Hudson Luke Brakefield, Grayson Brakefield, Alex Townsend, Landon Orr and Hayden Armstrong, aunts and uncles; Forrest Cook and wife; Evelyn, Michial Cook, Janet McCleery and husband Don, Rita Horton and husband Ray and Mary Williams. Pallbearers will be Mike Reddick, Gordon Sorey, Bryan Tyree, Mike Sullivan, Jimmy Shoemaker and Edward Greer. Honorary Pallbearers will be Joey Stephens, Bob Hammett, Forrest Cook, Michael Jackson, Michial Cook, Ronnie Patrick, Ronnie Roberts, Richard Weaver, and all employee's of Jimmy Sanders INC. Visitation will Friday August 1, 2008 6:30 PM until 9:00 PM at the funeral home. To leave condolences for the family go online to www.brownholleyfuneral homes.com

Florence 'Coty' Davidson, 81
Florence Marie "Coty" Davidson of West Monroe, a retired Olin Kraft employee, died Wednesday. The funeral is at 10 a.m. today at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Visitation is from 9 a.m. until service time. Burial is in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery, Monroe.

Edie Vell Dew, 82
BASTROP — Edie Vell Dew, a homemaker, died Friday. The funeral is at 10 a.m. Monday at Golden Funeral Home. Visitation is from 5-8 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home. Burial is in Carter Cemetery in Bastrop.

Viola Eppinette, 83
BASTROP — Viola Eppinette, a homemaker, died Friday. The funeral is at 2 p.m. Sunday at Harmony Baptist Church in Collinston. Visitation is from 5-8 p.m. today at the church. Burial is in Mer Rouge Cemetery under the direction of Cox Funeral Home, Bastrop.

Simmie Heisler, 74
Simmie Heisler of West Monroe, a retired Manville printer, died Thursday. The funeral is at 2 p.m. Sunday at McClendon Baptist Church. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. today at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Burial is in Roselawn Memorial Gardens, Calhoun.

Maye Belle Howington, 98
BASTROP — Maye Belle Howington, a retired sales person, died Friday. The funeral is at 2 p.m. Sunday at Golden Funeral Home, Bastrop. Visitation is 6-8 p.m. today at the funeral home. Burial is in Lone Cedar Cemetery in Franklin Parish.

Phillip A. 'Phil' Jones, 55
JONESBORO — Phillip A. "Phil" Jones, a retired grocery store employee, died Friday. The funeral is at 2 p.m. Sunday at Edmonds Funeral Home, Jonesboro. Visitation is from 4-7 p.m. today at the funeral home. Burial is in Jonesboro Cemetery.

George G. McCallum, 81
George G. McCallum of Monroe, a retired maintenance employee, died June 7. A memorial service is at 3 p.m. Sunday at Bethel Assembly of God Church. Arrangements are under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe.

Ebony Mitchell, 25
RAYVILLE — Ebony Mitchell, a restaurant worker, died Thursday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville.

Marie Elizabeth Senn, 87
LAKE PROVIDENCE — Marie Elizabeth Senn, a homemaker, died Thursday. The funeral is at 2 p.m. today at Corbin Ferry Baptist Church. Burial is Providence Memorial Cemetery, Lake Providence.

Julia Warren, 83
FARMERVILLE — Julia Warren, a homemaker, died Thursday. Memorial service is 10 a.m. Monday in the sunroom at Timberlake Nurse Care Center in Farmerville. Burial is in Mount Tabor Cemetery near Farmerville.

Gladys White, 92
BASTROP — Gladys White, a homemaker, died Friday. Arrangements are incomplete at Tenant Family Funeral Home, Farmerville.

Ivye Pylant Wink, 103
Ivye Pylant Wink of West Monroe, a secretary, died Friday. Arrangements are incomplete at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED
Bradley, Hattie: 1 p.m. today, Hester Central State Funeral Home, Monroe.
Brakefield, James M.: 2 p.m. today, Rayville First Baptist Church, Rayville.
Campbell, Paul Anthony: 10 a.m. today, Grace Baptist Church, Harmon Johnson Road, Monroe.
Carroll, Alice Faye: 2 p.m. today, Memorial United Methodist Church, Bastrop.
Edwards, Keith: 11 a.m. today, Richardson Funeral Home, Monroe.
French, Jimmie L.: 11 a.m. today, New Salem Baptist Church, West Monroe.
Lotz, Maralyn Gilmore: 10 a.m. today, Oak Grove Baptist Church, Winnsboro.
McCarty, Shannon DeNisa: 2 p.m. today, St. Rest Baptist Church, Quitman.
McCurdy, Mackley: 11 a.m. today, Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Rayville.
Minor, Olevia D.: 11 a.m. today, Mount Olive Missionary Baptist Church, Tallulah.
Nellams, Michael "Mike": 1 p.m. today, Lane Chapel C.M.E. Church, Homer.
Rufus, Connie: 11 a.m. today, Hester Central State Funeral Home, Monroe.
South, Robert: 1 p.m. today, Paradise Baptist Church, Newellton.