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

May 12, 2025

May 12, 2025

Thelma Ann LeBlanc, born in Marrero, LA on February 11, 1958, and entered into eternal rest on Monday, May 12, 2025, at the age of 67. Mrs. LeBlanc lived in Marrero, LA.

Thelma was the beloved wife of 30 years to the late Randall LeBlanc. She is the daughter of the late Austin Dwayne Bell and the late Thelma Ruby Bourgeois...

May 11, 2025

Beatrice Brouillette Paradelas, a cherished matriarch and beloved member of her community, passed away on May 11, 2025, at the age of 95. Born on February 5, 1930, Beatrice dedicated 35 years of her life to the Algiers Medical Center, where she made a lasting impact on her colleagues and the many lives she touched through her work.

Beatrice was a...

May 10, 2025

Carol Ehrhard Wells passed away on Saturday May 10, 2025 at the age of 78. Beloved wife of the late Lewis Wells for 51 years. Mother of Kelly Wells Zimmermann (Eric). Daughter of the late Pearl and Carl Ehrhard. Sister of the late Carl “C.J.” Ehrhard, Jr. Grandmother of Anne, Julia and Caroline Zimmermann. Niece of the late Beverly Fisher,...

May 10, 2025

Patricia “Patsy” Rebstock Ruiz, 96, a native and resident of Golden Meadow passed away on Saturday, May 10, 2025. Visitation will be from 9:30AM until 11AM on Friday, May 16, 2025 at Our Lady of Prompt Succor Catholic Church in Golden Meadow, Louisiana. A Memorial Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11AM with burial to follow in the...

May 9, 2025

Manuel Mata passed away suddenly on Friday, May 9, 2025, at the age of 66. He was born on December 2, 1958, in Cuauhtemoc, Chihuahua, Mexico to Jose Manuel Mata and the late Elvia Olivas Mata, he resided in Bridge City, LA for 47 years.

Devoted husband of 44 years, to Louella Gautreaux Mata. Loving father of Brandy Mata, Lillian Mata,...

May 7, 2025

Will Baker, age 78, passed away peacefully on May 7, 2025.

Beloved son of Ann “Lucy” Baker and the late William R. Baker Sr. Brother of the late John A. Baker (the late Gail). Uncle of Brit Baker. Also survived by other loving relatives and friends.

Will was born in Panama and came to the U.S. with his parents and brother at...

May 6, 2025

Renford “Renny” Cindass, a beloved son, father, and renowned world traveler, passed away on May 6, 2025, in New Orleans, Louisiana, the age of 72. Born on December 3, 1952, in Clarendon, Jamaica, Renny’s adventurous spirit led him to join the United States Merchant Marines, where he had the opportunity to explore various corners of the globe, enriching his life...

May 5, 2025

Joyce Marie Allo Rodrigue of Marrero, La. passed away Monday, May 5, 2025. Beloved wife of Ray J. Rodrigue of 65 years.  Loving Mother of Kerry P. Rodrigue, Sr. (Peggy), Ricky M. Rodrigue (Ginny), David J. Rodrigue (Marcelle), Darren J. Rodrigue (Julie) and the late Ray J. Rodrigue, Jr.  Also 14 grandchildren, 15 great grandchildren and 6 great-great-grandchildren.  Sister of...

May 4, 2025

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Sheri Bell, a woman whose life was defined by strength, honesty, and love, on May 4th, 2025. Born to Rebecca Hudnall and Joe Hudson, Sheri faced life with an unshakeable will and a heart that never stopped giving, even when life gave her every reason to hold back. She overcame immense personal...

May 4, 2025

Adolph W. “Whip” Caulfield Jr., passed away peacefully on May 4, 2025 at the age of 94. Beloved father of Wanda C. Boudreaux (Eldon). “Uncle” of Roslin, Crystal, Linda, and Osa. Preceded in death by his sister, Sara Rock and parents, Antoinette Englade Caulfield and Adolph Caulfield, Sr.

Whip was a retired shrimper and tug boat captain, and was a lifelong...

May 4, 2025

Our beloved, Lt. P.W. Richard, passed away on May 4, 2025. Husband of the late Genevieve "Jenny" Richard for 60 years. Father of Chris J. Richard (Laura), Sheila R. Breaux (Chris). Grandfather of Leonardo "Lenny" Richard, Amanda Breaux Petit (Mark), Richard Breaux (Krystal), Allison Breaux (Fiancé' Joshua Mangold). Great Grandfather of Gabriel Richard, Eve Petit, Mary Petit and Bennett Breaux....

May 4, 2025

Murphy Anthony Bourke entered into eternal rest on May 4, 2025. Beloved husband of Carolyn Alonzo Bourke. Father of Jonathan Bourke. Son of the late Murphy J. Bourke and Louise Mendoza Bourke. Brother of Cynthia Bourke, Shannon Bourke, and Billy Bourke. Also survived by nieces. Age 80 years, native of Harvey, and resident of New Orleans, LA. Murphy graduate of...

May 4, 2025

May 3, 2025

Charlene “Honey” Strohmeyer Waguespack, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away on May 3, 2025, in Marrero, Louisiana, at the age of 78.

Born on October 31, 1946, in New Orleans, Louisiana, Charlene brought warmth, kindness, and joy to everyone she met. Charlene was the daughter of the late Charles and Marie Strohmeyer and sister to the late Michael...

May 2, 2025

Rose Mary Meyer Mire, passed away peacefully on May 2, 2025 at the age of 93. Beloved wife of the late Frank Harmon by first marriage and the late Robert J. Mire by second marriage. Step-mother of Pamela Fernandez, Laurie Bullinger (Billy), and Mary Mire. Step-grandmother of Brandon Bullinger. Aunt of Kay Lorio, Gary Mire, the late Wayne Mire and...

May 1, 2025

Eugenio Santos passed away on Thursday, May 1, 2025, at the age of 91 years. Beloved husband of the late Justa Santos. Father of Arturo Santos (Melkys) and Raquel LeBlanc (Jerold). Son of the late Florentino Santos and Ramona Alvarez. Grandfather of Andrew, Bryan, Chelsey Santos and Gabriella and Nathan LeBlanc. Great Grandfather of Isabella, Anthony, Emiliano and Alejandro Santos....

Apr 30, 2025

Cathy Marie Dugas Ryals, a cherished wife, sister, aunt, and friend, passed away at the age of 72, surrounded by her family after a courageous battle with cancer.

Born on October 5, 1953, to Harold and Verla Walker Dugas in Marrero, Louisiana, Cathy spent her entire life in Westwego and Kenner. She was passionate about collecting Barbie Dolls and enjoyed attending...

Apr 29, 2025

Mary Frances Henricks Stumpf, born on December 7, 1945, passed away peacefully of natural causes on April 29, 2025 at the age of 79. 

"Frankie" was the proud mother of Ashley Borges (Mack), Harry C. “Clancy” Stumpf, Jr. (Brittany), and the late Piper Decareaux, and was a loving grandmother to Jack and Charlie Borges, Ian and Abigail Decareaux, and Sydney, Jordan,...

Apr 28, 2025

Errol Joseph “Bo” Naquin died on April 28, 2025, at the age of 60, surrounded by his family at home in Marrero, Louisiana. He was born on May 14, 1964, in New Orleans. Bo was preceded in death by his father, Errol Naquin, and by his grandparents: Lawrence Naquin, Leonise Leonard Naquin, Anna Rudolph Darder, and Paris Darder, all of...