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

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Jul 16, 2026

Lorella Josephine Champagne Morvant passed away peacefully on July 16,2026. Born September 30, 1930 to Arsene and Zeolide Champagne of Raceland, La, where she went to Baudoin Foret School, then Raceland High. She moved to New Orleans and married her late devoted husband of 60 years Percy Morvant. They lived in Metairie for 30 years and then moved to Waggaman,...

Jul 15, 2026

Nicholas Ray Hollingsworth, Sr. passed away peacefully on Wednesday, July 15th, 2026, at the age of 65. He was born in Jackson, Mississippi, on March 8th, 1961, to the late Linda and Tommy Hollingsworth.

He is the husband of Paula Hollingsworth; the father of Nicholas Hollingsworth, Jr., Paul Hollingsworth, and Sean Hollingsworth; the grandfather of Bailey Hollingsworth, Paityn Hollingsworth, Lonnie Copeland,...

Jul 15, 2026

Janice Kalczynski was born in Boston, Massachusetts on August 31, 1946.

Janice was a nurse for over 40 years, receiving her BSN from University of Portland and a master's in nursing Administration from LSU New Orleans, graduating with honors from both institutions. Janice was honored by the Great 100 Nurses Foundation being voted as one of the top 100 Nurses. Janice's...

Jul 13, 2026

Patrick Henry McCloskey Jr., a lifelong resident of Algiers, Louisiana, passed away on July 13, 2026, at the age of 73. Known to many as Pat, he will be remembered for his easygoing nature, intelligence, knowledge, dependability, wonderful sense of humor, and talent for cooking like a chef. He was a devoted son and brother, a loving husband, and a...

Jul 13, 2026

Irene G. “MeMe” Chifici, entered eternal rest on Monday, July 13, 2026, at the age of 92. Former wife of the late Robert E. Smith. Daughter of the late Anthony T. Chifici and late Christinia B. Chifici. Loving and devoted mother of Rondell Smith Timphony (late David J. Timphony). Grandmother of Jennifer Timphony Maise (Dustin). Great Grandmother of Adrianna Irene...

Jul 13, 2026

Kenneth “Kenny” Joseph Templet, Jr. passed away peacefully on July 13, 2026 at the young age of 40. A native of Belle Chasse, Louisiana, Kenny lived most of his adult life at Crossroads Louisiana in New Orleans. Kenny is predeceased by his father, Kenneth J. Templet, Sr., his mother, Anne Marie Kerner Templet, and sister, Antoinette “Netty” Marie Templet. He...

Jul 12, 2026

Virgie Brown Lambert passed away on Sunday, July 12, 2026 at the age of 81. Beloved mother of Paul Lambert (Ariana), Jon E. Lambert (Lauren) and the late Mark Lambert (Anita). Daughter of the late Pauline and William Brown. Sister of Bill Brown (the late Alsie Jane), Veronica Bourgeois (Wilton), Pam Brown Trahan, and the late Barbara Owen (the late...

Jul 12, 2026

Nhieu Van Tran, a beloved brother, husband, father, grandfather, and friend, peacefully passed away on July 12, 2026 at the age of 67, surrounded by his loved ones. Born on August 1, 1959, in southern Vietnam, he was the son of Tran Thi Truoc and Tran Van San.

Nhieu lived a simple, humble, and deeply heartfelt life with such quiet strength....

Jul 12, 2026

David F. Schmitt, 79, of Westwego, Louisiana, passed away on July 12, 2026. Born on November 2, 1946, in Syracuse, New York, he was the son of Katherine and Ernest Schmitt.

David was preceded in death by his parents, his brother, Ernie Schmitt, his sister, Patricia, his son, Martin Charles Scherr, and his son-in-law, Gilbert Sanchez.

He is survived by his beloved...

Jul 11, 2026

William Michael Pusateri entered into eternal rest on July 11, 2026. Beloved husband of Colleen Judge Pusateri. 

Age 91 years and a lifelong resident of New Orleans, LA. 

(Obituary Pending)

Interment Private. Mothe Funeral Homes handled arrangements.

Jul 9, 2026

IIvory “Bo” Rodrigue, Jr. entered eternal rest on Thursday, July 9, 2026, at the age of 81. Beloved, loving and devoted husband of Dorothy A. Crayton Rodrigue for 58 wonderful years. Loving son of the late Ivory A. Rodrigue, Sr. and Mary LeBlanc Rodrigue. Brother of the late Marvin Rodrigue and Brenda Rodrigue Ward. “Bo” was loved by many nieces,...

Jul 8, 2026

Freddie Anthony Evans passed away peacefully on July 8, 2026, surrounded by the love of his family. Freddie lived a life defined by hard work, strength, and unwavering devotion to those he loved. As a tugboat captain, he spent many years navigating the rivers with skill, determination, and quiet confidence. Those who knew him admired his steady presence, strong work...

Jul 6, 2026

Audrey Rita Odenwald, beloved daughter, friend, and cherished member of her community, passed away peacefully at her home on July 6, 2026, in Natchez, MS, at the age of 95. She was born on August 14, 1930, in Algiers, LA.

She embarked on her professional career as a clerk for the U.S. Department of Agriculture, serving with diligence and pride. Later,...

Jul 6, 2026

Charles “Pie” Joseph Arabie entered into eternal rest on July 6, 2026. Beloved husband of the late Mathilde Porier Arabie. Father of Debra Barrios, Steve Arabie (Debra) and Toni Kass (Steve Stenger). Grandfather of Edward M. Kass III (Jennifer), Raymond Kass II (Cindy), Paul Barrios, Brad Barrios, and Michelle Dewyngaert (Brian). Great-grandfather of Amelia Kass, Ava Kass, Charlotte Kass, Brandon...

Jul 6, 2026

Curtis Ovey Owens, III entered eternal rest on Monday, July 6, 2026, at the age of 73. Beloved and loving husband of Kim Blanchard Owens for 43 years. Son of the late Curtis Ovey Owens, Jr. and Vita Menner Owens. Father of Gregory Davis Owens and the late Curtis Ovey Owens, IV. Grandfather of Lauren Ashley Owens and Luke Alan...

Jul 5, 2026

Patricia Cooper Butscher, born on September 2, 1948, in Marrero, Louisiana, passed away peacefully on July 5, 2026.

A career governmental accountant, her life was marked by deep love for family, her church, and a legacy of kindness that touched everyone who knew her.

Born to the late Ilder Elliott Cooper and Edward Cooper, Patricia is survived by her children David Butscher...

Jul 5, 2026

Gloria Aguiluz passed away on Sunday, July 5, 2026 at the age of 81. She was the beloved wife of Leonel Aguiluz for 63 years. Mother of Leonel Aguiluz (Silvia Figueroa-Aguiluz), Carlos Aguiluz (Wendy Pineda- Aguiluz), Erick Aguiluz (Acdonia Perez-Aguiluz), Cristian Aguiluz (Carrie Cotton), Gloria Lizeth Aguiluz (Richard McDougall) and the late William J. Aguiluz and Linda Patricia Aguiluz. Daughter...

Jul 5, 2026

Ethelyn Broussard Holder went to be with the Lord on July 5, 2026 at the age of 90. She was deeply loved by her family and friends and will be fondly remembered by all who knew her. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and friend. Beloved wife of the late Marion Wilburn Holder for 73 years, mother of Phillip...