Obituaries

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

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Anthony L. Labruzza Jr.

Anthony L. Labruzza Jr.

Nov 14, 2024

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Anthony Lawrence LaBruzza Jr., affectionately known as Tony, who left this world on November 14, 2024. Born on December 27, 1948, Tony lived a life full of passion, dedication, and love for those around him.

Tony devoted many years of his life to his career at the Waterford III Nuclear...

Michael P. Claudel

Michael P. Claudel

Nov 14, 2024

Michael P. Claudel passed away on Nov. 14, 2024 at his home; he was 59 years of age. Mike was the beloved son of Paul C. Claudel Jr. and Marion Lagarde Claudel and the grandson of the late Paul C. Claudel Sr. and Verlin White Claudel and the late Theofield Lagarde and Juliette Boudreaux Lagarde. He was the loving father...

Howard Welch Jr.

Howard Welch Jr.

Nov 14, 2024

Howard Welch Jr., born on September 29, 1968, passed away on November 14, 2024. A graduate of West Jefferson High School, Howard was well-known as a wide receiver on the football team and displayed a passion for both football and basketball throughout his high school and young adult life.

Howard was a person who exemplified the qualities of being welcoming, kind,...

Alice S. Hebert

Alice S. Hebert

Nov 13, 2024

On November 13, 2024, Alice Schouest Hebert, age 93, peacefully entered into eternal rest with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, along with all the other family and friends she gathered to herself in this long beautiful earthly life. Alice was the loving and devoted wife of the late Arthur J. Hebert for 64 years. Her parents are the late...

Lucille Rowley Daigle

Lucille Rowley Daigle

Nov 13, 2024

Lucille Rowley Daigle, affectionately known as "Lue," was born on August 9, 1930, in Violet, Louisiana. She passed away peacefully at her home in Algiers, Louisiana, on November 13, 2024, surrounded by her beloved family. Lue had a remarkable life spanning 94 years, characterized by her warmth, kindness, and dedication to her family.

Lue enjoyed her 20 yr career at Touro...

Philip Anthony Crappel

Philip Anthony Crappel

Nov 12, 2024

Philip Anthony Crappel entered into eternal rest on Tuesday, November 12, 2024 at the age of 70. Beloved fiancé of Marcia Guidry for 24 years. He was a father figure to Marcia’s children, Priscilla Guidry Galliano and Rachel Guidry Hicks. Son of the late Felecian Joseph Crappel and Myrtle Eva Billiot Richards. Brother of Richard Joseph Crappel (Gloria Adams Crappel),...

Adrian Anthony Arabie

Adrian Anthony Arabie

Nov 12, 2024

Adrian Anthony Arabie, passed away peacefully, surrounded by his family, on November 12, 2024 at the age of 67. Beloved husband of Georgia Pizani Arabie. Loving father of Adrian Arabie Jr. (Ashley), Dusten Arabie (Rebecca), and Kolby Arabie (Kasey). Grandfather of Adian, Abigail, Zayne, Jaxson, Kollins, and Kamille. Son of James and Evelyn Cobert Arabie. Son-in-law of Dianne Pizani and...

Junius Anthony Dubois

Junius Anthony Dubois

Nov 10, 2024

Junius, "Jay", Dubois, 83 years old, was born August 24, 1941 and passed away at home on November 10, 2024. He was a native New Orleans, was raised in Algiers and raised his family in Marrero.

Son to the late Junius Adam Dubois and the late Estelle Gros. Loving husband to the late Patsy "Pat" Gerald and father to their children...

Linda Anne Moebius

Linda Anne Moebius

Nov 10, 2024

Linda Anne Moebius born of Long Island, NY on April 17, 1951 entered into eternal rest on Sunday, November 10, 2024, at the age of 73 after a years-long struggle with breast cancer.

Ms. Moebius lived in New York, but spent her last days with her daughter, Mallory in New Orleans. She was the daughter of Ruth Ethelwyn Pettersson & John William Allen. She was survived...

Janell Ann Miller

Janell Ann Miller

Nov 10, 2024

Janell Ann Miller, a loving and devoted mother, grandmother and great grandmother, entered into eternal rest on Sunday, November 10, 2024 at the age of 87. Beloved lifetime partner of Carl Malone. Loving daughter of the late Whitney Frances Miller, Sr. and Catherine Zimmer Miller. Devoted mother of Dawnell Sandoz (Steven) and Jimmy P. Hunt, Jr. (Cathy). Beloved Grandmother of...

Kathleen Glennon Labit

Kathleen Glennon Labit

Nov 10, 2024

On Sunday, November 10, 2024, Kathleen Glennon Labit, 73, a resident of Houma, LA, passed away peacefully in her home. Born in Springfield, IL in 1951, she was adopted by the late Philip & Katherine Glennon. She was a 1973 graduate of Illinois State University with a degree in Art Education. She obtained a teaching position in a local high...

Veronica B. Guidry

Veronica B. Guidry

Nov 10, 2024

Veronica B. Guidry passed away on Sunday, November 10, 2024 at the age of 60. Beloved wife of the late Craig Guidry. Mother of Eric Swallow. Daughter of Lula Ballay and the late James Ballay. Sister of Tina Wahl Clark. Grandmother of Elise and Ethan Swallow. Also survived by a host of cousins and other relatives. She loved the Lord...

Roberta Joy Bumgarner

Roberta Joy Bumgarner

Nov 9, 2024

Roberta Joy Bumgarner was born on March 22, 1948 in New Orleans, Louisiana. She passed away on November 4, 2024 in Mandeville, Louisiana.  Roberta was a life long resident of Louisiana. She worked from a young girl for over 40 years in the insurance industry. In the 1970’s, she was promoted to Executive Vice President of Risk Exchange Corporation of...

Robert Joseph Mire

Robert Joseph Mire

Nov 8, 2024

Robert J. Mire passed away peacefully on November 8, 2024 at the age of 92 years. Beloved husband of Rose Mary Mire by second marriage and husband of Joanne Mire by first marriage. Father of Pamela Fernandez, Laurie Bullinger (Billy), and Mary Mire. Grandfather of Brandon Bullinger. Uncle of Kay Lorio, Gary Mire, the late Wayne Mire and also survived...

Arthur Joel Rackley

Arthur Joel Rackley

Nov 8, 2024

Arthur Joel Rackley of Gretna passed away on Friday Nov. 8, 2024, and was the loving husband of Dodie Rackley for 42 years.

He was the awesome Daddio of Connie & Chris Fortmayer, Emily Sibley & Brandon and Elizabeth & Jarod Poe, in addition to his fur-baby Lucy and feathered friend Pikachu. 

He was also the best Grampy to Madalin Abigail &...

Gary Michael Guidry

Gary Michael Guidry

Nov 6, 2024

Gary Michael Guidry, beloved husband, Dad, G-Pop, and brother, entered peacefully into Heaven at the age of 70, on November 6, 2024. He was surrounded by his loved ones in the comfort of his home. He fought a courageous battle against cancer for seven years with unmatched grace and courage. Born on February 7, 1954, Gary spent his life dedicated...

Bernard "B.J" LeBlanc

Bernard "B.J" LeBlanc

Nov 6, 2024

Bernard “B.J.” LeBlanc passed away on Wednesday, November 6, 2024 at the age of 81. Beloved husband of Margaret LeBlanc for 59 years. Father of Bernard LeBlanc II, Anthony LeBlanc and Christina Hoggatt (David). Son of the late Lilly and Antoine LeBlanc. Brother of Marie Guidry (Earl), Richard LeBlanc (Sandy) and Susan Tierney and the late David LeBlanc and Mary...

Kermit Joseph Ortolano Sr.

Kermit Joseph Ortolano Sr.

Nov 5, 2024

Kermit Joseph Ortolano, Sr. (Paw, Pops, Big Daddy, Slick) peacefully went to be with his Lord at his home on Tuesday, November 5, 2024 at the age of 65 after years of Illnesses he battled. He leaves behind his family who we called our hero. Beloved husband of Tammy Beard Ortolano for 45 years. Father of Kermit Joseph Ortolano, Jr....

Deanna D Guillot

Deanna D Guillot

Nov 5, 2024

Deanna Dufrene Guillot passed away peacefully on Tuesday, November 5, 2024 at the age of 85.

Daughter of the late Della Dufrene Bellamore and the late Weldon N Dufrene. Beloved wife of the late William J Guillot Sr for 47 years. Mother of the late Caldon J Ford III, the late Anthony J Ford, Cynthia Brown (Lloyd), Lisa Ford and Jill...

Harold Joseph Hingle

Harold Joseph Hingle

Nov 4, 2024

Harold Joseph Hingle age 81 entered into eternal rest on November 4,2024. Harold was the husband to the late Marilyn Fulks Hingle for 46 years. He was a lifelong resident of Avondale La and also served as a Veteran of the United States Air Force. He retired from General Electric as an electrical mechanic in 2000. Harold was the loving...