Obituaries

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

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Rosemary C Arendt

Rosemary C Arendt

Jan 5, 2025

Rosemary Carlton Arendt passed away on January 5 after a prolonged medical battle at Ochsner Hospital, West Bank Campus, with her husband Paul and son Thomas by her side.

She was born on April 13, 1951, the second daughter of Robert and Margaret (Peggy) Carlton. Her father served in the United States Navy, so Rose and her sisters moved quite frequently. Rosemary...

Stephen "Steve" Lloyd Acosta

Stephen "Steve" Lloyd Acosta

Jan 4, 2025

Stephen "Steve" Acosta entered into eternal rest on January 4, 2025 at his home. Beloved son of the late Lloyd Acosta and Beatrice Weinberger Acosta. Brother of Cynthia Wilkinson (Bruce), Susan A. Marasco (Michael), and Lynn Owens (Ivy). Uncle of Mandy, Heather, Tara,  Adrienne, Ryan, Kyle and Nicholas and numerous great nephews and nieces. Godfather of Brent Hymel.  Age 77...

Ottis Eugene "Secky" Reid, II

Ottis Eugene "Secky" Reid, II

Jan 4, 2025

                                                “Secky” Ottis Eugene Reid, II

 Secky Reid, age 70 left us to be with the Lord on Saturday, January 4, 2025. He was born in New Orleans, Louisiana but also grew up in Purvis, Mississippi and resided...

Rosalinda Lee Santiago

Rosalinda Lee Santiago

Jan 4, 2025

Rosalinda “Neneng” Lee Santiago departed from this life the morning of January 4, 2025. Beloved mother of George Lee Santiago and Jade Lee Santiago-Nguyen (Binh). Grandmother of Sara, George, and Gia Santiago; and Loren and Logan Nguyen. Daughter of the late Lee Ho Tiong and Zosima Lim Lee. She was a native of Basilan, Philippines, and a long time resident...

Capt. Tommy Jay Bruce, Sr.

Capt. Tommy Jay Bruce, Sr.

Jan 4, 2025

Captain Thomas “Tommy” Jay Bruce, Sr. went to be with the Lord on January 4, 2024. Beloved husband of Belinda Abshire Bruce for 49 years. Father of Ryan Bruce (Christa), Tommy Bruce, Jr. (Kristal), Danielle Bruce (Brad Millsaps), and the late Torrie Rae Bruce and Darnell Bruce. Grandfather of Austin Stallings, Tommy Bruce, III, and Victoria Bruce. Grandson and raised...

Ray Anthony Sperier

Ray Anthony Sperier

Jan 2, 2025

Ray Anthony Sperier, passed away on January 2nd, 2025 at the age of 91. He was born September 28, 1933.

He is survived by his darling wife of 63 years, Socorro Maria Paez Sperier, his two daughters, Ruth Marie Sperier and Cynthia Ann Sperier and his grandsons, Peyton Joseph Wappler and Everett James Wappler and the late Albert Emilio DelCarlo, his...

Gerald Joseph Ford Sr.

Gerald Joseph Ford Sr.

Jan 2, 2025

Gerald Joseph Ford Sr., a beloved figure in his community and cherished family man, passed away on January 2, 2025, at the age of 84. Born on May 21, 1940, Gerald dedicated his life not only to his career as a technician at Tuboscope but also to his family, whom he loved dearly.Gerald was the proud father of Denise Russell...

Brandon P. Taylor

Brandon P. Taylor

Jan 1, 2025

Brandon P. Taylor entered into eternal rest on January 1, 2025 at the age of 43. Beloved and loving fiancé of Heather Genusa. Loving son of Mary Guerrera and Joseph Taylor (Effie). Loving Stepson of Anthony “Tony” Guerrera. Brother of the late Eric Englehardt. Brandon was born and raised in Marrero, Louisiana. He attended John Ehret High School. Brandon’s life...

Linda Lyons Austin

Linda Lyons Austin

Jan 1, 2025

Linda Lyons Austin, passed away peacefully, surrounded by her loved ones, on January 1, 2025 at the age of 76 years. Beloved wife of the late William L. Austin, Sr. Loving mother of Lorraine Ledet (Jody), William Austin, II (Gina), and Stephen Austin. Grandmother of Meghan (Matt), Stephanie (Devon), Marissa (Roberto), Jaysa (Brennan), Stephen, Jr., and Olivia. Great-grandmother of Mya,...

Kelly Lynn Smith Long

Kelly Lynn Smith Long

Dec 30, 2024

On December 30, 2024, Kelly Lynn Long, beloved wife, mother, sister, and friend, entered into eternal rest, surrounded by the love of her family. Kelly is survived by her devoted husband of 28 years, Lee E. Long; her loving children, Lindsey Long and William Long; and her cherished nieces and nephews: Marcus Smith IV, Lauren Smith, Gavin Smith, Mark Shamas...

Carol DiGiovanni Joaen

Carol DiGiovanni Joaen

Dec 29, 2024

Carol DiGiovanni Joaen of New Orleans, Louisiana passed away peacefully in Dayton, Ohio on December 29, 2024.

She was born October 1, 1946 to the late Mearl Barletto and Lawrence DiGiovanni. Carol was a loving and devoted wife, mother and “Granny.” She was married to Rene Joaen III. Throughout their marriage, they lived in Gretna, Louisiana, Hattiesburg, MS, Laurel, MS, Mandeville,...

Edna Katheryn Duncan Cupples

Edna Katheryn Duncan Cupples

Dec 29, 2024

Edna Katheryn Duncan Cupples passed peacefully on December 29, 2024, at the age of 101 in the comforting grace of her family’s love.

Katheryn was a force to behold when it came to her faith, her loyalty and her love. She endured over a century of our collective history, as a kind and generous woman. She was a devote Catholic and...

Sandra "Sandy" Newman Longley

Sandra "Sandy" Newman Longley

Dec 28, 2024

Sandra “Sandy” Newman Longley entered eternal rest on December 28, 2024 at the age of 82 after a fulfilling life dedicated to her family and her career as a teacher. Sandy grew up and resided in Port Sulphur until Hurricane Katrina in 2005, then relocated to Thibodaux, LA for 20 years and most recently moved to Prairieville, LA. She obtained...

Donna Catherine Bass

Donna Catherine Bass

Dec 25, 2024

Donna Catherine Bass, affectionately known as Cathy, was born on May 12, 1961, and left this world on December 25, 2024. She was a remarkable individual whose contributions in both her personal and professional life left a lasting impact on those around her.

Cathy dedicated her career as a private contractor for the U.S. Naval Reserve Base in Belle Chasse, LA,...

Allen "AC" Camardelle

Allen "AC" Camardelle

Dec 25, 2024

Allen “AC” Camardelle entered into eternal rest on Wednesday, December 25, 2024 at the age of 70. Beloved Fiancé of 20 years to Lori Savona and husband of the late Tammy Camardelle. Son of the late Roy Camardelle and Frances Camardelle. Loving father of Shantelle Rodriguez (Abel Rodriguez), Joel Camardelle (Meagen Hines), Trey Camardelle (Samantha Camardelle), Keatin Camardelle and the...

Connie McDonald Magee

Connie McDonald Magee

Dec 25, 2024

Connie McDonald Magee passed away on December 25, 2024. Beloved wife of dedicated caregiver Wayne Magee. Mother of Michael Lester (Gabriella). Proceeded in death by her brother Craig McDonald and parents Effie and Raymond McDonald. Grandmother of Kylee Rae Lester and Haylee Rose Lester. Godmother of Ricky Landry Jr., Bradley Speiler, Ivy McDonald, and Brice and Brody Arthur. She enjoyed...

Kevin Drew Smith

Kevin Drew Smith

Dec 25, 2024

Kevin Drew Smith passed away on Wednesday, December 25, 2024 at the age of 63. Beloved husband of the late Theresa Smith. Son of the late Earl and Joyce Smith. Brother of Earl Smith Jr. (Jo Ann), Dawn Guidry (Ronnie) and Don Smith (Tammy). Uncle of Sheri Leonard, Jenny Isaac, Drew Smith, Chasity Danos and Nancy Zerangue. Also survived by...

Charles Ellis Gautreaux

Charles Ellis Gautreaux

Dec 25, 2024

Charles Ellis Gautreaux entered into eternal rest on December 25, 2024. Beloved husband of Deanna Dubois Gautreaux of Gretna, LA, his high school sweetheart of 57 years. Father of Julie Gautreaux and the late DeeDee Gautreaux. Son of the late Ivy Gauthreaux and Edith Parr Gauthreaux. Age 77 years, a native of Westwego, and resident of Gretna, LA. Charles was...