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

Oct 24, 2026

Sharon C. Deshotel passed away on Saturday, October 24, 2026 at the age of 63. Beloved wife of Brandon J. Deshotel. Mother of Destin Deshotel and Jordan Deshotel (Mallory). Stepmother of Amanda Guillot. Daughter of William Carl and Enola Faulk. Sister of Phillip Carl and the late Sandy Lyn Carl Theriot, and Joseph “Booboo” Cormier. Step grandmother of Brandon, Jonathan,...

Nov 12, 2026

Kathleen Buras Plaisance passed away peacefully on Thursday, November 12, 2026, at the age of 74. She was born in New Orleans, Louisiana, on February 4, 1952, to the late Margaret and Aubry Buras.

Kathleen was the beloved wife of Gerard Plaisance, Jr.; loving mother of Eddie Benoit, Erica Benoit (Chuck Freemon), and Gerard Plaisance III; and cherished grandmother of Alyson...

Nov 12, 2026

Mabel Dezego Thibodeaux passed away peacefully on Thursday, November 12th, 2026, at the age of 88. She was born in Brooklyn, New York, on February 10th, 1938, to the late Ethel and William Dezego.

She is the loving wife of Aubrey “Spike” Thibodeaux, Jr.; the mother of Tiffany Ballow (Shane); and the grandmother of Anson Ballow, Josh Ballow (Elaina), and Ian...

Nov 10, 2026

John Anthony “Johnny” Laudun, a man whose warmth, laughter, and generous heart left a lasting impression on all who knew him, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, November 10, 2026, at the age of 78. Born in New Orleans, Louisiana, on February 22, 1948, Johnny was the beloved son of the late Jeanette and Ralph Laudun.

Johnny was the loving husband of...

Nov 10, 2026

Lemm Anthony Bauer, passed away peacefully on November 10, 2026, at the age of 91. Born in New Orleans, Louisiana, on December 13, 1934, he was a longtime resident of Gretna, where he lived. He was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather and great-great-grandfather who loved his family deeply. He served his country in the United States Navy and he...

Nov 9, 2026

Jerry Andrew Bourgeois, Jr. entered into eternal rest on November 9, 2026. Beloved son of Lynda Barrilleaux Bourgeois and Jerry Bourgeois, Sr. Husband of Aimee Martinez Bourgeois. Father of Brennan B. Richards (Raleigh IV), Mackenzie Bourgeois (Nicholas Cenac), and Beaux Bourgeois. Grandfather of Raleigh Richards, V. Brother of Leslie Baehr (Lloyd). Uncle of Jared Baehr (Shaylee) and Colin Baehr; great-uncle...

Nov 8, 2026

Nov 6, 2026

Ronald Anthony Lepine entered into holy rest on November 06, 2026, at the age of 90. He was born on February 13, 1936, in Bridge City, Louisiana, to Clarence and Enola Lepine. The fourth of nine children, Ronald was just six months old when his family moved to Belle Chasse, where he resided for the next 89 years. He was...

Nov 5, 2026

Sharon Lynn Chaney, born Jan. 14, 1962, in Louisiana, entered the gates of heaven on Nov. 5, 2026, in Cleveland, Texas.

Sharon will be remembered as a faithful servant to the Lord, a woman who was very protective of her family, and someone who always did the right thing. She loved her family and friends deeply, and that love was evident...

Nov 5, 2026

Donna Rice Ernst passed away peacefully on Thursday, November 5th, 2026, at the age of 73. She was born in Norfolk, Virginia, on October 23rd, 1953, to the late Dale Wendell Rice and Leah Lundeen Rice.

She is the loving mother of Corey Ernst (Christina), and Julie McDuffie (Scott); the grandmother of Lucus McDuffie Jr., Alyssa McDuffie, Colin Ernst, and Chase...

Nov 5, 2026

Daniel Farrell Nolan, Jr. June 25, 1950 - November 5, 2026 

"For this is the will of My Father, that everyone who sees the Son and believes in Him may have eternal life, and I shall raise him on the last day." John 6:37-40 

Daniel Farrell Nolan, Jr., affectionately known as "Danny" and beloved to generations of family as "Uncle Danny," passed...

Nov 5, 2026

Capt. Frank Roger Taulli, Sr., age 87, of Kentwood, Louisiana, passed away peacefully on November 5, 2026. Born on May 26, 1939, in Harvey, Louisiana, Frank lived a life defined by service, dedication to family, faith, and community involvement.

Frank was the beloved husband of Sara Cummings Taulli for 64 years. He was a devoted father to Tracey Taulli; Roger Taulli...

Nov 4, 2026

Olga Guichard, a native of Havana, Cuba, and longtime New Orleans resident, died November 4, 2026, at the age of 90. She will be remembered for her devotion to family, resilience, and unwavering support of those she loved.

Olga immigrated to the United States in 1961 with her husband, Julio Guichard, and their two young sons. The family settled in New...

Nov 4, 2026

Benjamin Franklin Hafer, III entered eternal rest on November 4, 2026. Beloved husband of Cara Mothe Hafer for 33 years. Father of Julia Stover (Randy), Lauren La Salle (Cory), and Lydia Hafer (Chas Gravelle). Grandfather of Maren and Mylah. Son of the late Benjamin Hafer, Jr. and Florence Kucy Hafer. Brother of Robert Hafer (Noga), Douglas Hafer (Julianne), and Cheryl...

Nov 4, 2026

Lawrence “Larry” John Rivet, Jr., passed away peacefully on Wednesday, November 4, 2026, at the age of 67. He was born in New Orleans, Louisiana, on May 11, 1959, to the late Marion King and Lawrence “Pie” Rivet, Sr.

Larry was the beloved father of Cherie Rivet, Nicole Rivet, Macy Landry (Austin), Chase Rivet, and Christian Rivet; grandfather of Dallas Rivet,...

Nov 3, 2026

IN LOVING MEMORY OF JOHN S. CALDERONE

John Salvador Calderone, age 72, entered into eternal rest on November 3, 2026, surrounded by the love and comfort of those closest to him.

A native of Gretna, Louisiana, John later found his way to Grand Isle, where he built a life, raised his family, and spent many years working as a commercial fisherman. Following...

Nov 2, 2026

It is with broken hearts that we share the passing of our Papi, Quintin Romilio Acosta. Just last Saturday, we were blessed to celebrate his 90th birthday with him, never imagining how precious that celebration would become.

In 1968, Quintin brought his family to the United States with dreams of a better life. Through hard work, determination, and countless sacrifices, he...

Nov 1, 2026

Patricia “Pat” Ann (Farmer) Burke, 87, of Allen, Texas, passed away peacefully on November 1, 2026, surrounded by her loving family and prayer.

Born on December 14, 1938, in Ada, Oklahoma, to William and Lois (Lanham) Farmer, Pat embodied unconditional love and devotion to her family. She held many leadership positions at her and Kenny’s beloved Westside Christian Church and was...

Nov 1, 2026

Joan Ann Haas Folse, of Luling, Louisiana, passed away on Sunday, November 1, 2026 , at Ashton Manor Assisted Living and Memory Care at the age of 82 Born February 19, 1944, Joan was from Gretna, Louisiana, and lived for over 50 years in Luling. Joan was a loving wife and mother. She was a homemaker for a number of...

Oct 31, 2026

The Life and Legacy of Ronald Paul Richoux, Sr.

Ronald Paul Richoux, Sr., known affectionately as Ron to his friends and simply as Ronald to his grandchildren, passed away on October 31, 2026, in New Orleans, Louisiana, just 11 days before his 94th birthday. His life was defined by service, faith, family, adventure, humor, and an extraordinary curiosity about the world....