Obituaries

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

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Ronald Anthony Lepine

Ronald Anthony Lepine

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...

Sharon Lynn Chaney

Sharon Lynn Chaney

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...

Donna R. Ernst

Donna R. Ernst

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...

Daniel Farrell Nolan, Jr.

Daniel Farrell Nolan, Jr.

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...

Frank Taulli

Frank Taulli

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...

Olga Riano Guichard

Olga Riano Guichard

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...

Benjamin Franklin Hafer, III

Benjamin Franklin Hafer, III

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...

Lawrence John Rivet, Jr.

Lawrence John Rivet, Jr.

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,...

John Salvador Calderone

John Salvador Calderone

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...

Quintin Romilio Acosta

Quintin Romilio Acosta

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...

Joan Folse

Joan Folse

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...

Ronald Paul Richoux, Sr.

Ronald Paul Richoux, Sr.

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....

Jennifer Kay Hargis

Jennifer Kay Hargis

Oct 31, 2026

Jennifer Kay Hargis, born January 2, 1947, passed away on October 31, 2026.

Jennifer will be remembered as a hard worker whose life reflected steady dedication and care for others. She grew up in Algiers and graduated from Behrman. For 24 years, she worked at 2nd Parish Court in Gretna, where her commitment and reliability were part of the legacy she...

Naomi Ruth McBroom

Naomi Ruth McBroom

Oct 31, 2026

Naomi Ruth McBroom passed away on Saturday, October 31, 2026 at the age of 94. Beloved wife of the late Marvin L. McBroom for 49 years. Daughter of the late Althea Trimble Kimmell and Russel Smith. Mother of Randy L. McBroom (Darla) and the late Marvene McBroom Maher (John). Sister of Patti Carter (Paul). Grandmother of Meghan McBroom and Nichole...

Harry Belgrove Chibberton

Harry Belgrove Chibberton

Oct 31, 2026

I am a sincere man from the land where the palm trees grow, and before I die I wish to pour these verses from my soul. Versos Sencillos, Poem I by José Martí

A man's life is more than the years he spends on earth. It is what he gives of himself, what he leaves in others, and the love that...

Sheryl Chauvin

Sheryl Chauvin

Oct 31, 2026

Sheryl Thibodeaux Chauvin passed away on Saturday October 31, 2026 at the age of 67. “In her warrior era”, she bravely fought cancer and defied all odds for over a year.

Sheryl is survived by her daughter Angelina (Josh), siblings John Thibodeaux and Scott Thibodeaux, sister in law Chris Dufrene (Rickie), brother in law Ben Chauvin (Amy), grandsons Jude and Elijah...

Gaynell Carolina Gros

Gaynell Carolina Gros

Oct 30, 2026

In Loving Memory of Gaynell Carolina Gros

Gaynell Carolina Gros, beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend, peacefully returned to the Lord on October 30, 2026, at the age of 99.

Born in McDonoghville, Louisiana, Gaynell grew up on the West Bank and graduated from Behrman High School. She went on to work as an executive secretary for the United Fruit Company. In...

Dona Rhea Kirtley

Dona Rhea Kirtley

Oct 30, 2026

Dona Rhea Kirtley passed away peacefully on Friday, October 30th, 2026, at the age of 88. She was born in Sebree,  Kentucky, on September 12th, 1938, to Josephine and Harold V. Luck.

She is the wife of the late William Kirtley, Sr.; the mother of Krista Moore, Adam Scott (Nathalie), Vicki Whalen, and Veronica James (Donald); the grandmother of Kristal Heffley...

Donald Ervin Ernest

Donald Ervin Ernest

Oct 29, 2026

Donald Ervin Ernest, passed away peacefully on October 29, 2026, at the age of 91. Born in New Orleans, Louisiana, on October 5, 1935, Donald was a longtime resident of Harvey and Gretna, where he made his home for the past 62 years. Donald was a fun-loving man whose greatest joys in life were his family, his friends, and the...