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

May 11, 2026

Mildred "Millie" Tournear Pelas, 88, passed away on May 11, 2026.

Born July 23, 1937 in Quincy, Illinois, Millie was the daughter of Ralph and Zelma Buskirk Tournear, and resided in Plaquemines Parish for 68 years. She was known for working at Emile's and the Empire Inn. She enjoyed playing Bouray, dominos, and Lotto scratch offs, and she was an avid...

May 10, 2026

Gerald Joseph Buquet, “Monster,” age 86, a native of Houma and resident of Terrytown, passed peacefully on May 10, 2026.

He was the beloved husband of Halyna B. Buquet; father of Natalie Buquet Trahan (late Glenn Sr.), Stewart Buquet, and Brandy Buquet Williams (Lance); grandfather of Roger Trahan (Kristina), Glenn Trahan Jr., Courtney Buquet (Cameron), Cameron Buquet, Collin Williams, and Blake...

May 9, 2026

Loretta Robinson, 84, a beloved mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away on Saturday, May 9, 2026, in the comfort of her home in Tallahassee, Florida surrounded by her family. Born on February 20, 1942 in New Orleans, Louisiana. Loretta was a natural beauty who spent time as a runway model and was crowned Miss Westside 1960. While she enjoyed the...

May 9, 2026

Thomas Boyd Colvin passed away on Saturday, May 9, 2026 at the age of 86. Beloved husband of Ann Colvin for 30 years. Father of Sherri Michel (Mark), and Donna Zeringue (Harold). Step father of Warren Deville (Pauline), Lori Jackson (Jack) and the late Danny Deville. Son of the late Willie Belle and Johnnie Colvin. Brother of the late Billy...

May 9, 2026

May 8, 2026

Ramon Arce, born on January 22, 1942, in Unión de Reyes, Matanzas, Cuba, peacefully transitioned on May 8, 2026, surrounded by the love of those he cherished most. He leaves behind a legacy of quiet strength, integrity, and unwavering devotion to his family.

Ramon was the third eldest of four siblings, growing up in Cuba where he developed a deep love...

May 7, 2026

Elvira G. Hebert, lovingly known to many as “Grams,” passed away peacefully at her home in Slidell, Louisiana on May 7, 2026, at the age of 99, surrounded by the love of her family.

Elvira was born on August 11, 1926, in Zwolle, Louisiana to Eli Garcie and Josephine Sepulvado. She lived a long, vibrant, and beautiful life filled with love,...

May 5, 2026

Daniel Frank Buras Jr. was born in Port Sulphur, LA on August 21, 1949 and entered into eternal rest on Tuesday, May 5, 2026, at the age of 75. Mr. Buras lived in Buras, LA.

He was the son of the late Daniel Frank Buras Sr. and the late Clara May Gauthier Buras. Brother of Charlotte Holloway Davis, the late David,...

May 5, 2026

Fabian Francis Zeringue, Sr. passed away peacefully on Tuesday, May 5, 2026, at the age of 59. He was born in New Orleans, Louisiana, on August 25, 1966 to Alexina and Francis Zeringue.

He is the husband of Sandra Zeringue; the father of Fabian Zeringue Jr (Kayla), Tiffany Morel (David), Gavin Zeringue, and Alyssa Zeringue; the grandfather of Keeley Zeringue, Jessie-Lynn...

2026

Thomas Joseph Ritter departed this world on May 5, 2026. He was born on June 19, 1954, and lived his entire life on the West Bank of Jefferson Parish, in Marrero and Jean Lafitte.

He was predeceased by his parents, Estelle Marie Bailey and John Alvin Ritter, Sr.; brothers John Alvin Ritter, Jr., and Rudolph Joseph “R.J. ‘Tex’” Ritter, Sr.; and...

May 5, 2026

Elroy Paul Ledet entered into eternal rest on May 5, 2026. Beloved husband of Sarah Parnell Ledet for almost 65 years. Father of Kelly Orozco (Hector) and the late John Ledet (Suzette). Grandfather of Krysten Theriot (Matthew) and Kacie Genusa (Brennan). Great-grandfather of Lennan Theriot, Malcolm Genusa, and Molly Genusa. Son of the late Clarence Ledet and Bertha Schroeder Ledet....

May 5, 2026

Michael Gabriel Foret October 20, 1963 – May 5, 2026

Michael Gabriel Foret, born and raised in Algiers, Louisiana, entered eternal rest on May 5, 2026. He was the beloved son of the late Adler A. Foret Sr. and Aline Gabriel Foret. Michael was a proud graduate of O. Perry Walker High School and a lifelong resident of Algiers Point.

Michael was...

May 5, 2026

Anthony “Tony” Scairono, Jr., of Harvey, passed away peacefully at his home on Tuesday, May 5, 2026 at the age of 78. He was preceded in death by his parents, Anthony and Myrl Kass Scairono; his brother, Eugene “Gene”; his sister, Shirley “Te” Keller; sister-in-law, Merle Scairono and brother-in-law, Herb Keller. He is survived by his devoted wife of 51...

May 4, 2026

Bennette Gray Caves Edmundson passed away on Monday, May 4, 2026 at the age of 80. A native of Wayne County, Mississippi, she was born February 16, 1946.

Bennette was preceded in death by her beloved husband of 54 years, Leonard Broadbent Edmundson; parents Bennie Caves and Lucille Hutcherson Caves Holifield; and brothers-in-law Jimmie Green and Judge Clarence E. McManus. She...

May 4, 2026

Sandra Savoy Giardina, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother, and member of the Belle Chasse community, passed away peacefully on May 4, 2026, in Belle Chasse, Louisiana. Born on July 2, 1943, in New Orleans, Louisiana, Sandra’s journey through life was marked by unwavering love, kindness, and dedication to those she held dear.

A proud graduate of Alcee Fortier High...

May 4, 2026

Stewart Jay Clark, 80, of New Orleans, Louisiana, passed away on May 4, 2026, after a courageous battle with cancer. Born on January 26, 1946, in Scranton, Pennsylvania, to Albert and Dorothy Clark, Stewart lived a life defined by intellectual curiosity, deep devotion to music, and an unwavering love for his family.

Stewart earned his undergraduate degree from Concordia University before...

May 4, 2026

Jane Francesca Cuadrado entered into eternal rest on May 4, 2026. Beloved daughter of the late Joseph Cuadrado Jr.  and Mary Anne Barrios Cuadrado. Sister of Joseph Cuadrado, III (Mascha), Beth Terry (Jack), Mary Eidson (Alan), Bonnie Thomason (Joel), Adam Cuadrado (Heather), Amber Rea (Christopher), and the late Paul Cuadrado and Susan Cuadrado. Also survived by numerous nieces and nephews....

May 3, 2026

Stanley Gene Nash Jr. passed peacefully surrounded by family, and his life will continue to be celebrated by all who loved him.

Stanley Gene Nash Jr was born in Marshall, TX on November 6, 1956 to his loving parents Stanley Gene Nash Sr and Cora Ann (Sullivan) Nash. He attended and graduated from West Jefferson High School. Throughout his life, he...

May 3, 2026

Wanda Fontenot Kohlman, born on April 3, 1951, touched the lives of everyone who knew her with a warmth and kindness that was as genuine as it was profound. On May 3, 2026, we lost a remarkable soul who was the unshakable glue holding her beloved family together.



Wanda had an extraordinary gift for lighting up any room she entered. Her...

May 3, 2026

Donna Mayeaux Brooks, age 59, of Covington, Louisiana, passed away peacefully on May 3, 2026, surrounded by her family. Born on January 4, 1967, in New Orleans, Louisiana, Donna was a strong, resilient woman who endured and overcame so much throughout her life.

Donna cherished every moment spent with her grandchildren, whom she loved beyond measure. She found comfort in her...