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

Oct 25, 2025

Leonard “Lenny” Ray Collins passed away on Saturday, October 25, 2025 at the age of 61. Beloved husband of Patricia Gibson Collins. Son of Herschel Collins and the late Pearlene Collins. He loved fishing and going to his property in Tennessee. He was a native of Montgomery, Louisiana and a resident of Westwego, LA. Services will be held privately at...

Oct 23, 2025

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With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of our beloved mother Ida Lee Polk, who departed this life on October 23, 2025, in Marrero, Louisiana, after a courageous battle with cancer. She passed peacefully, surrounded by the family she loved dearly.

Deuteronomy 31:6- “Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid or terrified because of them, for the Lord your God...

Oct 21, 2025

Richard E. Bearden, Jr. entered into eternal rest on October 21, 2025. 

Interment Private. Mothe Funeral Homes handled arrangements.

Oct 21, 2025

Mary DiMarco Bourge passed away peacefully on October 21, 2025 at the age of 87. Beloved wife of the late Lindsey J. Bourge. Loving mother of Mark J. Bourge (Beth), Arleen Thibodeaux (the late Terry), Paula Sanchez (Gary), and Gina Cox (Don). Grandmother of Mason Thibodeaux (Claire), Collin Thibodeaux (Kalie), and Marybeth Bourge. Great-grandmother of Benjamin Thibodeaux. Sister of the...

Oct 20, 2025

Jay Anthony Adam entered into eternal rest on Monday, October 20, 2025. Beloved son of Terrie Deville Hebert, Gary John Hebert and the late Otis "Jay" Adam, Jr.  Loving brother of Kaylee Ann Hebert and Godson of Mandy Eschete Deville and the late Troy Williams.  

Relatives of the Hebert Family, Relatives of the Deville Family and Relatives of the Adam...

Oct 19, 2025

It is with deep sorrow and endless love that we share the passing of Marlie Graham, age 21.

Known by all as “Marlie with a bow,” she was the very definition of light, strength, and grace. From the moment she arrived, she was Daddy’s little girl—a source of joy, laughter, and pride beyond measure.

Though her time here was far too short,...

Oct 18, 2025

William "Bill" Manuel Romero Shirley was born on November 22, 1935, and passed peacefully on October 18, 2025, at the age of 89.

Bill was the son of the late Thomas Romero and the late Ruth Shirley Romero.

He is the loving father of Susy Romero (Nestor), Bill Maunel Romero (Cinthia), and Ruth Elisa Romero; the loving grandfather of Bill Romero Jr.,...

Oct 17, 2025

John P. Carpenter entered into eternal rest on Friday, October 17, 2025 at the age of 76. He was born in New Orleans, Louisiana and resided in Terrytown, Louisiana. He was the loving husband of the late Cheryl Carpenter. Son of the late John I. Carpenter and Josephine A. Carpenter. Loving and devoted Father of Jared Carpenter (wife, Melissa Carpenter),...

Oct 15, 2025

Leland “Red” Shores Jr. was called Home to Heaven by The Lord on Wednesday, October 15th2025.

To this day, “Red” is remembered by his peers for his military service in the Air Force as a C-130 Hercules Flight Engineer; and additionally, later in life, as a premier Formula 1 Boat Racing Champion.

Born December 20, 1939 in Salisbury, Maryland, Mr. Leland Shores...

Oct 15, 2025

Oct 15, 2025

Irene Barras (Roy) was born February 28, 1938 to Albert and Lita Nan Roy in Bunkie, LA. She was preceded in death by her late husband Harold Barras, and children Kemp (Susan), Randy, Tonnia (Darrell), and Celise. She is survived by her son Joey (Ally) and daughter Nanette (Mike). Grandchildren include Ms. Nicole Lynn, Brad (Ashley), Courtney (Donnie), Katie (Alex),...

Oct 14, 2025

Bridget Ann Rojas entered into eternal rest on October 14, 2025. Beloved wife of Brian Gauthier. Mother of Mindy Ann Billiot, Andrew Billiot, III (Carla), and Demetric M. Rojas. Grandmother of Neveah (Dakota), Kassie, Kylee, Tristan, and Skyla. Naomi. Great-grandmother of Hudson, Gwendolyn, Owen, Zayne, Evelyn, Catalelya, Jaelyn, and Zoraya. Daughter of Janice S. Billiot (Wayne) and the late Alvin...

Oct 14, 2025

Jonathan “Johnny” Paul Ducote, a lifelong resident of Gretna, LA passed away peacefully on the evening of Tuesday, October 14, 2025 at the age of 64, surrounded by his loving family.

He shared 41 years of marriage with the love of his life, Deborah “Debbie” Sinclair Ducote. A love story that began in grammar school and blossomed into a lifetime of...

Oct 14, 2025

Gary Dean Taylor, a beloved husband, father, and friend, passed away peacefully on October 14, 2025, at the age of 68. Gary's life was marked by his love for the great outdoors, his faith, his dedication to his work, his family, and the joy he found in simple pleasures.

A proud steamship pilot for New Orleans Baton Rouge Steamship Pilot Association,...

Oct 13, 2025

Julia Larkin Myers’ long and eventful life ended with her peaceful death at age 104 on October 13, 2025.

Julia, better known as “Julie,” was preceded in death by her husband Herbert Paul Myers, to whom she was married for 57 years; her sisters Veronica, Mary, and Mildred; and her brothers Cornelius and Maurice “Buddy.” She is survived by her sister...

Oct 13, 2025

Felix "Phil" Dominick Rando, cherished husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend, passed away at the age of 74 on October 13, 2025, in New Orleans, Louisiana. surrounded by his beloved wife, Kathryn Mire Rando, and their four children, Amy, Brian, Laura, and Mary Claire.

Born on June 11, 1951, in New Orleans, Louisiana, Phil was raised in Marrero, where he would...

Oct 12, 2025

Ricky Anthony Taillon was born April 30, 1961 to Napoleon and Elsie Taillon in Port Sulphur, La. He was preceded in death by both of his parents and his brother Kerry. He is survived by his brothers Marty (Terri), Dean (Danica), and Mark (Michelle), his sons Matthew (Jenifer) and Colin (Genevieve), and his granddaughter, Eleanore. The family he created and...

Oct 12, 2025

Captain Louis M. “Toby” Wattigney Jr., a devoted leader, family member, and friend, whose steady presence anchored both his family and community, passed away on Sunday evening, October 12, 2025, at age 67. While on a trip to his hunting camp in Mississippi—a place he loved dearly, he found eternal peace and joy surrounded by nature.

Born on November 5, 1957,...

Oct 11, 2025

Our beloved Jonah Alexander Simon passed away on Saturday, October 11, 2025 at the age of 30. Jonah was generous and kind and an excellent social worker. He was an endlessly supportive husband. He loved aviation simulators, Dungeons and Dragons, and eating strawberries out of the fridge.

His laugh made you feel warm. His presence made you feel calm.

He loved movies,...

Oct 11, 2025

Barbara Mary Barbay Hartley was born in New Orleans, Louisiana on August 2, 1937.  She passed away in her home in Marrero, Louisiana, on October 11, 2025 , at the age of 88, after a long and fulfilling life.  

She was the beloved daughter of the late Frank Barbay and Elvia Barbay McCauley.  She adored her children, Steven Hartley, Dawn...