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

Aug 5, 2026

Edgar Adrian Cortez Hernandez entered into eternal rest on August 5, 2026.

Edgar, age 37, passed away peacefully after a courageous battle with cancer. Born in Guatemala to his loving parents, Antonia Herandez Lopes and Adrian Cortez , Edgar was a man of deep faith, immense courage, and profound kindness.

Seeking a better future for himself and his family, Edgar made the...

Aug 4, 2026

Lynn James Bourgeois, Sr., entered into eternal rest surrounded by family on August 4, 2026 at the age of 79.

Lynn was born on July 25, 1947, in Metairie, Louisiana, to Murphy Bourgeois, Sr. and Florence Hazard Bourgeois.

He was a retired veteran with 41 years of service in the U.S. Air Force, U.S. Air Force Reserves, and Civil Service with the...

Aug 4, 2026

Aug 4, 2026

Betty “Jean” Hollingsworth, age 94, passed away peacefully on August 4, 2026, after living a long, full, and well-loved life.

Jean was born to the late William P. Smith and Mary Jane Letterman Smith in Asheville, North Carolina.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her children, Carl “Danny” Hollingsworth, Betty “Karlene” Sacco, and Linda Sue Mackie; and her siblings, William...

Aug 4, 2026

Mercedes Alice Pellegrin Babin, born on March 16, 1931, passed away peacefully on August 4, 2026.

To know Mercedes was to understand the true heart of a wonderful wife and mother. She created a home that was always full—of laughter, of stories, and most often, of family and friends gathered to share one of her lovingly prepared meals. Among Mercedes’s countless...

Aug 3, 2026

Randy Paul Martin, Sr. passed away on August 3, 2026, at the age of 74. His journey through life reflected an enduring commitment to those he loved and to the Parish he served.

Randy was proceeded in death by parents Jessie Joseph Martin and Bernadette Adams Martin; siblings Judy Martin Graves and Joey Joseph Martin; and great nephew Jessie Billiot. He...

Aug 3, 2026

Philip Wayne Martin Sr. passed away peacefully on August 3, 2026, at the age of 82. Beloved husband of the late Joanell Walker Martin and devoted father of Christine Elizabeth Martin, Victoria Martin Dupuy, and Philip Wayne Martin Jr. (Leslie). He was the proud grandfather of Victor Alexander Dominguez, Cassie Vittoria Martin, and Laila Katherine Martin. Philip was the cherished...

Aug 3, 2026

Consuelo Day Stewart entered eternal rest on Monday, August 3, 2026, at the age of 84. Beloved wife of the late Brooks Poindexter Stewart, Jr. Daughter of the late Clarence Wilson Day and Rosa Delia Amaya Day. Loving and devoted mother of Tony Stewart (Laurie), Troy Stewart (Catherine Gensler) and Toby Stewart. Loving Grandmother of Jana Hubbell (Jaret), Tony Stewart...

Aug 3, 2026

Jean Ballay Hardouin passed away peacefully on Monday, August 3rd, 2026, at the age of 96. She was born in Gretna, Louisiana, on July 31, 1930 to the late Frances and Theodore Ballay.

She is the wife of the late Ralph C. Hardouin; the sister of the late Eunice Camus, Nelita Bergeron, and Vernon Ballay; and the aunt of Juel Bourgeois,...

Aug 3, 2026

Brent Joseph Foret, born November 7, 1952, in New Orleans, Louisiana, passed away on August 3, 2026. Brent was the beloved husband of Sondra Hill Foret for 30 years. He was a devoted father to Chad Foret (Mayerlin), Kelly Foret (Burke Stutes), Doug Foret (Brandi), and Jaclyn Caside (L.C.), and a treasured grandfather to Bryce Gras, Mason Dice, Emma Foret,...

Aug 3, 2026

Mary Ann Theriot entered into eternal rest on August 3, 2026. Age 87 and a lifelong resident of Marrero, Louisiana. Beloved daughter of the late Elic Theriot and Clothilde Becnel Theriot. Preceded in death by her brothers, Alex and Richard Theriot, sister-in-law, Melvina Theriot, and in laws, Terry and Enid Hymel. Loving mother of Wavelynn Collongues (Mike), Richard Breaux, Althea...

Aug 2, 2026

James “Jimmy” Richard Favre SR, 65, of New Orleans, LA, passed away on August 2nd, 2026. A life-long resident of New Orleans, Jimmy was born January 12, 1961. He attended St. Bernard High School where he excelled at baseball. Following high school, he served proudly in the United States Navy as an Aviation Structural Mechanic. Upon completion of his military...

Aug 2, 2026

Linda Dufrene Diket passed away peacefully on Sunday, August 2nd, 2026, at the age of 81. She was born in Paradis, Louisiana, on September 21, 1944 to the late Verdie and Layrence Dufrene.

She is the beloved wife of David T. Diket; the mother of David D. Diket (Tammy), and Tammy Useforge (Jeff); the grandmother of Chere Hammons (Karl), Brandi Clingan...

Aug 1, 2026

Caroll Danos, Sr. passed away to meet his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Saturday, August 1, 2026, at the age of 79. Beloved husband of Beverly Breaux Danos. Loving father of Caroll Danos, Jr. and Connie Danos Vickers (Brent). Grandfather of Brooke Vickers Johnson (Alex), Blake Vickers (Megan), Cameron Danos and Joshua Danos. Great Grandfather of Elijah Vickers, Lucas,...

Jul 31, 2026

Raleen ‘Shadow’ Venus White passed away surrounded by family after her battle with cancer on July 31, 2026.

Shadow was born on May 7, 1975, in New Orleans to Ronald Albert White and Joleen ‘Kitty’ Dennise Leilani Kakazu.

Shadow was a wild child with a heart of gold. She always let the good times roll, literally. She was on two wheels more...

Jul 31, 2026

Jul 31, 2026

Laura Boudreaux Salazar entered eternal rest on Friday, July 31, 2026 at the age of 97. Beloved wife of the late James L. Salazar. Daughter of the late Cleor and Sedonia Boudreaux. Loving mother of Diane L. Van Wagner (late William) and the late Trudy G. LeBlanc and Randy L. Salazar. Laura is survived by her beloved and loving grandchildren,...

Jul 30, 2026

Joseph Lawrence Leleux passed away peacefully on Thursday, July 30, 2026, at the age of 86. He was born in Abbeville, Louisiana, on August 11, 1939 to the late Edolie and Clophe Leleux.

He is the husband of the late Matilde Leleux; the father of Keith Leleux (Renee), John Douglas, Becky Jones (Woody), and Bridget Groves (Larry); the grandfather of Joseph...

Jul 29, 2026

Benjamin Xavier Becnel, Sr. went to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on Wednesday, July 29, 2026 at the age of 83 years old. Beloved husband of Gwendolyn Verdun Becnel. Loving father of Benjamin Xavier Becnel, Jr. (Kim) and Christy Lynn Becnel (Ryan). Grandfather of Christian LaNasa (Emily), Benjamin Becnel III, Brendan Becnel (Jana) and Lydia LaNasa (Kyle)....

Jul 27, 2026

Edward Mason Kemp, Jr. passed away on July 27, 2026, at West Jefferson Hospital in Marrero, Louisiana, following complications from cancer. His passing leaves a profound void in the hearts of all who knew and loved him.

Edward was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend. He is survived by his loving wife Debbie Bryant Kemp; His four sons, Edward...