Local Obituaries in New Orleans, Harvey & Marrero, LA.

Oct 25, 2025

Mellisa “Missy” Couvillion Dassau passed away at her residence on October 25, 2025 at the age of 48. Beloved wife of John L. Dassau. Loving daughter of Allan Couvillion and the late Sandra Chevalier Couvillion. Sister of Nicole Couvillion. Also survived by her feline companion, Possum along with other loving relatives and friends.

Visitation will be held at Mothe Funeral Home,...

Oct 30, 2025

Autrey "Gene" Anthony Matherne entered into eternal rest on October 30, 2025. Beloved husband of Lorena McLean Matherne. Father of Kathryn Wolz (Randy), Debra Dufrene (Dino), David Matherne (Tiffany), and the late Charles Matherne (Robyn). Grandfather of Ryan Matherne, Eldon Dufrene, Jr., Bambi Morgan (Deon), Mary Claverie (Scott), Nichole Dufrene, Dino Dufrene, Jr., Nicholas Dufrene, Charles Matherne, Raymond Matherne (Deena),...

Oct 28, 2025

Jammie Barton Dempster, age 55 years, entered into eternal rest on Tuesday, October 28, 2025.

A lifelong resident of Marrero, Jammie was the widow of Wade A. Dempster; the proud mother to Keith Luther and Jeremy Luther; Grandma to Kylee Luther; younger sister to Velma (John) DiSalvo and older sister to James (Ashley) Barton; the dear aunt to many nieces and...

Oct 28, 2025

Jack “John” Lawrence Schluter entered into eternal rest on October 28, 2025, at the age of 93. Beloved husband of the late Gladys Carney Schluter, to whom he was devoted for 55 years. Loving father of Karen Bucher (Patrick), Amy Piazza (Michael), Laura Bonanno (Gary), John Schluter (Alisa), and Alan Schluter (Nicole). Cherished grandfather of Amanda Betancourt (Carlos), Brendan Piazza,...

Oct 27, 2025

Betty Jean Anderson Territo passed away peacefully on Monday, October 27, 2025 in her home surrounded by her loving family at the age of 93. She was born in Milwaukee, Wisconsin on May 28, 1932 and relocated to Louisiana in 1945. She was the wife of the late Peter Territo, Sr. She is survived by her children, Jean T. Oufnac...

Oct 26, 2025

Oct 26, 2025

Michell “Missy” Marie LaCour Rummel, 59, of Gretna, Louisiana, set off on her next great adventure, leaving behind a world that’s a little quieter without her laugh and her nonstop stories. She’s survived by her three children, Jillian Rummel LeBlanc and her wife Gabrielle LeBlanc, Brendan Morton and husband Ronny Morton and Mark McDaniel and wife Kali McDaniel, who inherited...

Oct 26, 2025

Raymond J. Barrios, Sr., age 90, passed away peacefully on Sunday, October 26, 2025.  He was born on May 30, 1935, to Walter M. Barrios, Sr. and Nola A. Breaux of Westwego, Louisiana.  He is survived by his wife, Doris Pitre Barrios and his children, Todd Barrios (Cindy), Suzanne Punch (Lee), Lisa Sampey (Donald), Raymond J. Barrios, Jr. and his...

Oct 25, 2025

Leonard “Lenny” Ray Collins passed away on Saturday, October 25, 2025 at the age of 61. Beloved husband of Patricia Gibson Collins. Son of Herschel Collins and the late Pearlene Collins. He loved fishing and going to his property in Tennessee. He was a native of Montgomery, Louisiana and a resident of Westwego, LA. Services will be held privately at...

Oct 23, 2025

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With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of our beloved mother Ida Lee Polk, who departed this life on October 23, 2025, in Marrero, Louisiana, after a courageous battle with cancer. She passed peacefully, surrounded by the family she loved dearly.

Deuteronomy 31:6- “Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid or terrified because of them, for the Lord your God...

Oct 21, 2025

Richard E. Bearden, Jr. entered into eternal rest on October 21, 2025. 

Interment Private. Mothe Funeral Homes handled arrangements.

Oct 21, 2025

Mary DiMarco Bourge passed away peacefully on October 21, 2025 at the age of 87. Beloved wife of the late Lindsey J. Bourge. Loving mother of Mark J. Bourge (Beth), Arleen Thibodeaux (the late Terry), Paula Sanchez (Gary), and Gina Cox (Don). Grandmother of Mason Thibodeaux (Claire), Collin Thibodeaux (Kalie), and Marybeth Bourge. Great-grandmother of Benjamin Thibodeaux. Sister of the...

Oct 20, 2025

Jay Anthony Adam entered into eternal rest on Monday, October 20, 2025. Beloved son of Terrie Deville Hebert, Gary John Hebert and the late Otis "Jay" Adam, Jr.  Loving brother of Kaylee Ann Hebert and Godson of Mandy Eschete Deville and the late Troy Williams.  

Relatives of the Hebert Family, Relatives of the Deville Family and Relatives of the Adam...

Oct 19, 2025

It is with deep sorrow and endless love that we share the passing of Marlie Graham, age 21.

Known by all as “Marlie with a bow,” she was the very definition of light, strength, and grace. From the moment she arrived, she was Daddy’s little girl—a source of joy, laughter, and pride beyond measure.

Though her time here was far too short,...

Oct 18, 2025

William "Bill" Manuel Romero Shirley was born on November 22, 1935, and passed peacefully on October 18, 2025, at the age of 89.

Bill was the son of the late Thomas Romero and the late Ruth Shirley Romero.

He is the loving father of Susy Romero (Nestor), Bill Maunel Romero (Cinthia), and Ruth Elisa Romero; the loving grandfather of Bill Romero Jr.,...

Oct 17, 2025

John P. Carpenter entered into eternal rest on Friday, October 17, 2025 at the age of 76. He was born in New Orleans, Louisiana and resided in Terrytown, Louisiana. He was the loving husband of the late Cheryl Carpenter. Son of the late John I. Carpenter and Josephine A. Carpenter. Loving and devoted Father of Jared Carpenter (wife, Melissa Carpenter),...

Oct 15, 2025

Leland “Red” Shores Jr. was called Home to Heaven by The Lord on Wednesday, October 15th2025.

To this day, “Red” is remembered by his peers for his military service in the Air Force as a C-130 Hercules Flight Engineer; and additionally, later in life, as a premier Formula 1 Boat Racing Champion.

Born December 20, 1939 in Salisbury, Maryland, Mr. Leland Shores...

Oct 15, 2025

Oct 15, 2025

Irene Barras (Roy) was born February 28, 1938 to Albert and Lita Nan Roy in Bunkie, LA. She was preceded in death by her late husband Harold Barras, and children Kemp (Susan), Randy, Tonnia (Darrell), and Celise. She is survived by her son Joey (Ally) and daughter Nanette (Mike). Grandchildren include Ms. Nicole Lynn, Brad (Ashley), Courtney (Donnie), Katie (Alex),...

Oct 14, 2025

Bridget Ann Rojas entered into eternal rest on October 14, 2025. Beloved wife of Brian Gauthier. Mother of Mindy Ann Billiot, Andrew Billiot, III (Carla), and Demetric M. Rojas. Grandmother of Neveah (Dakota), Kassie, Kylee, Tristan, and Skyla. Naomi. Great-grandmother of Hudson, Gwendolyn, Owen, Zayne, Evelyn, Catalelya, Jaelyn, and Zoraya. Daughter of Janice S. Billiot (Wayne) and the late Alvin...