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

Nov 17, 2025

Lucy Chauppetta Price, passed away peacefully on November 17, 2025 at the age of 68. Beloved wife of James Price. Mother of Nicole Smith and Jeremy Smith. Step-mother of Kimberly Price and the late James “Tony” Price III. Sister of Mary Coulon, Deedee Bates, Jimmy Chauppetta and John Chauppetta. Also survived by 11 grandchildren, 5 great-grandchildren along with many other...

Nov 26, 2025

Daniel A. Hadley Jr. passed away peacefully on November 26, 2025 at the age of 85. Beloved husband of the late Alice M. Guidry Hadley. Loving father of Jean H. Howard (Neil) and Patricia H. Chapron. Grandfather of Sarah N. Saladino, Dale J. Saladino Jr. (Anastasia), and Gage Valverde. Great-grandfather of Sofia R. Valverde. Also survived by his extended family,...

Nov 23, 2025

Rosa Malta, age 92, passed away peacefully, a day after her 92nd birthday, on November 23, 2025 with her loving family by her side. Daughter of the late Giuseppe and Vicenta Pigantaro. She is preceded in death by her later husband, Luis G Malta and her son, Robin A Malta. Mother of Monica Thurmond (Shawn Peterson) and Luigi Malta. Grandmother...

Dec 7, 2025

Dec 6, 2025

Complete Obituary Pending.

JoAnn Silva Spindler entered into eternal rest on Saturday, December 6, 2025 at the age of 84.

Family and friends are invited to attend the Visitation at MOTHE FUNERAL HOME, 2100 Westbank Expressway, Harvey, Louisiana on Saturday, December 13, 2025 from 10AM until 1PM.  A Funeral Mass will be held at the funeral home on Saturday at 1PM.  Interment...

Dec 4, 2025

Margaret Horn Spahr, born on September 16, 1939, in Mayfield, Kentucky, and daughter of the late Alton Horn and Lottie Hainline Horn, passed away peacefully, surrounded by her family, on December 4, 2025.

She was also preceded in death by her husband, Joseph A. Spahr Jr.

She is survived by her daughter, Deborah Bychurch (Shayne); her grandsons, Drew McKinney (Gabrielle) and Bryan...

Dec 4, 2025

Dec 4, 2025

Elsie Ann “Elise” Raine, born in New Orleans, LA, on February 14, 1933, passed away peacefully on Thursday, December 4, 2025, at the age of 92. Elise was a life-long resident of New Orleans.

She was the daughter of the late Leroy LaCour and the late Ruth LaCour. Loving wife of the late Stafford J. Raine. Loving mother of Paul Raine...

Dec 2, 2025

Frederick “Rick” Louis Ashcraft, age 74, of Belle Chasse, Louisiana, passed away on December 2, 2025, surrounded by the love of his family.

Rick is survived by his devoted wife of 51 years, Mary Ashcraft; his children, Jennifer Ashcraft Blair and Joshua (Lindsay) Ashcraft; and his five beloved grandchildren, Jason Blair, Madison Blair, Aiden Blair, Hudson Ashcraft, and Vivian Ashcraft. He...

Dec 1, 2025

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Shirley Lamprecht Spedale on December 1, 2025 at the age of 87. Born on October 7, 1938 in New Orleans, Shirley was the daughter of Frank Joseph and Clara Tranchina Lamprecht. She graduated in the infamous last class of the Leprechauns from Ursuline Academy in 1956. Her selfless and...

Dec 1, 2025

Terrial Ann Grant was born in Dora, AL, on March 6, 1942, and entered into eternal rest on Monday, December 1, 2025, at the age of 83. Ms. Grant was a resident of Algiers, LA.

She was the daughter of the late William Clifford Brown and the late Lilly Clarek Brown. Loving sister to the late Jerry Brown, the late Jimmy...

Nov 30, 2025

Norris J. “Poochie” Bourgeois, passed away peacefully on November 30, 2025 at the age of 80 years. Beloved husband of Catherine Romano Bourgeois. Loving father of Rene Thompson (Marvin), Shari Lagarde (Aubrey), Gena Libert (Ryan), Joey Vegas, Jimmy Vegas (Danielle), and Joshua Wingfield. Brother of Joan Monk (the late Ray), Ronnie Bourgeois (the late Patti), and the late Cindy Orgeron...

Nov 28, 2025

It is with profound love and deep sorrow that the family of Xiomara Bofill Calante announces her passing on Friday, November 28, 2025. Born on October 3, 1943, in Manzanillo, Cuba, Xiomara lived a life marked by grace, courage, unwavering faith, and boundless devotion to those she loved.

A dedicated servant of Christ, Xiomara carried her faith in every aspect of...

Nov 27, 2025

Ricky William Weaver, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend, passed away on November 27, 2025, in Gretna, Louisiana. Born on June 27, 1963, in Marrero, Louisiana. Ricky lived a life defined by kindness, generosity, and an unwavering willingness to help others. Beloved husband to Julie Saffrhan - Weaver. Father of Brandon Weaver (Lauren), Bryce Weaver, Laura Foret, Lucas...

Nov 27, 2025

Godfrey E. Boudreaux, Jr. "Bubs"  passed away on Thursday, November 27, 2025 at the age of 77. Beloved husband of Karen Schwegmann Boudreaux for 54 years. Loving father of Leigh Ann Chiasson (Jeffery), and Mary Kay Ford (Ryan). Son of the late Ruby and Godfrey Boudreaux Sr. Son-in-law of the late Frank and Hazel Schwegmann. Brother-in-law of Frank Schwegmann (Evelyn),...

Nov 26, 2025

Charles William Hamback, Sr., affectionately known as Charlie, passed peacefully on November 26, 2025, in Harvey, Louisiana, shortly before his 83rd birthday. Born on December 9, 1942, in New Orleans, Charlie lived a rich and fulfilling life filled with love, laughter, and a deep commitment to his family and community.

Charlie began his career at the Tenneco Refinery before making a...

Nov 25, 2025

Emmett John Richards was born in Marrero, LA, on February 2, 2017, and entered into eternal rest on Tuesday, November 25, 2025, at the age of 8. He was surrounded by family and close friends during his final hours.

Emmett is the son of John Dylan Richards and Joycelyn Matherne Richards. He was the adored grandchild of “Lolli & Pop” Amy...

Nov 25, 2025

JoAnn Rita Wilson passed away after a short illness surround by her family on Tuesday, November 25, 2025, at the age of 83. Daughter of the late Governor Woodrow Wilson and the late Anita Wattigney Wilson. Devoted mother of Nina Webre (Dale), Mark Bergeron (Yvette), Scott Bergeron (Teddi), and Jeffrey Bergeron (late Danielle). Sister of Francis Wilson and the late...

Nov 23, 2025

Holli Ann Wattigny-Delaune, age 53, passed away on Sunday, November 23, 2025, surrounded by the love of her immediate family as she was welcomed into God’s care. Born on January 3, 1972, Holli grew up in Marrero, Louisiana, and made her home in Westwego, where she built a life filled with love, laughter, and family.

Holli was the devoted wife of...

Nov 23, 2025

Elizabeth Jean Matherne entered into eternal rest on November 23, 2025. Loving partner of Jimmy Mellos for almost 15 years. Beloved daughter of Odelia E. Newman and the late Eugene Matherne. Sister of Donna M. Reyer (Kevin) and Rachel M. Patton (Benjie). Mother of Tabitha Benitez (Regalado) and Candace Matherne (Chazz). Grandmother of Alexis, Sincere, Regalado Jr., Noah, Autumn, Carmen,...