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

Dec 16, 2024

Evelyn Clinkenbeard, a beloved matriarch and cherished member of her community, passed away on December 16, 2024, in Terrytown, Louisiana, at the age of 100. She graced this world with her presence on March 2, 1924, in San Antonio, Texas, bringing joy and wisdom to all who had the privilege of knowing her.

Evelyn was a devoted mother to her daughters,...

Dec 15, 2024

Wendell Jude Barrois Jr., born September 1978, entered into eternal rest on Sunday, December 15, 2024 at the age of 46. “Jude” as he was called by friends and family was a native of Buras, LA and lived in Buras.

He is the grandson of George and Adele Barrois of Venice, LA, Roy Rials and Betty Deason Rials of Natchitoches Parish,...

Dec 15, 2024

Robert Ross “Bob” Huffman passed away on December 15, 2024, in New Orleans, Louisiana. Bob was born February 22,1938 in Jonesboro Arkansas and will be laid to rest at the Houston National Cemetery, Houston Texas on December 27, 2024, with full Military Funeral Honors. Bob was in the US Navy for 20 years, stationed around the world at various bases,...

Dec 15, 2024

Larry Edward Bryant, D.C. entered into eternal rest on December 15, 2024. Beloved husband of Crystal Verdin Bryant for 34 years. Father of Shannon Fenwick (Mark), Lindsay Bryant, Larry E. Bryant, Jr., and Derek Bryant. Grandfather of Ashlee Fenwick, Brooklyn Paige Palmer, Dylan Tyler Alexander, Chanler Lane Reed, and Ethan Bryant. Son of the late John E. Bryant and Mary...

Dec 14, 2024

Allence “Allen” Creppel, Jr. passed away peacefully on Saturday, December 14, 2024, at the age of 68. He was born in New Orleans, Louisiana, on December 3, 1956, to Marietta and Allence Creppel Sr.

He is the husband of Wendy Kane; the father of Cammie Creppel Murray (Joseph); step-father of Michael Kane (Krysta) and Jason Kane (Meg); the grandfather of Ashlyn...

Dec 13, 2024

Asal Hana Tanus, born in Amman, Jordan on January 19, 1956, entered into eternal rest on Friday, December 13, 2024, at the age of 69. Ms. Asal lived in New Orleans, LA.

She was the daughter of the late Hanna Daoud Tanous and the late Malakeh Ibrahim Azar Daoud. The mother of Marlene Suhail Haddad. Sister of the late Daoud Hanna...

Dec 13, 2024

Dec 12, 2024

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Dec 11, 2024

Lou Grace Michel Cantrelle, age 81, entered into eternal rest on December 11, 2024. Grace was born on March 16, 1943. She was a native of Harvey, LA, and a resident of Marrero, LA for the past 32 years. She graduated from West Jefferson High School in 1961, where she was a member of the flag team. For the next...

Dec 10, 2024

Gloria “Nana” Marie Ussery passed away peacefully on Tuesday December 10, 2024, at the age of 76. Beloved wife of the late William “Donnie” Ussery for 56 years. Loving mother of Lori Boudreaux (Chris), David Ussery (Fadra) and Dustin Ussery (Kristy). Devoted Nana to her Grandchildren Dylan Boudreaux (Britni), Tyler Boudreaux (Jasmine), Dawson, Madelyn, Zoey and Gavin Ussery, Victoria Champagne,...

Dec 10, 2024

Carolyn Tucker Gautreaux entered into eternal rest on December 10, 2024. Beloved wife of Retired Judge Herbert Gautreaux. Beloved daughter Christina Daigle and son Frank Scariano. Grandmother of Hailey Calderone (Colby), Colton Scariano (Keelie), and Dylan Scariano. She adored her Great-grandchildren Rylan, Coben, and Wyatt. Daughter of the late Thomas Coulton Jr. and Beulah Hardin Coulton. Sister of Thomas Coulton...

Dec 10, 2024

Dorothy Mildred Von Salzen Giardina at the age of 95 peacefully passed away at her home on December 10, 2024. She was born on August 4, 1929, in New Orleans, LA. She was the daughter of the late Conrad Adam Von Salzen and Mildred Dorothea Hellbach Von Salzen. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband of 64 years,...

Dec 9, 2024

Ronald R. Besson CSM US Army (Retired) passed away on Monday, December 9, 2024 at the age of 88. Beloved husband of Barbara Duet Besson. Father of Kathy Besson Owens, and the late Kelli Besson Songy. Step-father of Katherine Brown and Karen Thurman. Son of the late Margaret Forbes Besson and Newman Joseph Besson, Jr. Brother of Joyce Hebert, Kathleen...

Dec 8, 2024

George C. “Sonny” LeCompte, Jr. entered into eternal rest on Sunday, December 8, 2024 at the age of 96. Beloved husband of the late Doris Dunkle LeCompte. Son of the late George C. LeCompte, Sr. and May Boudier LeCompte. Loving and devoted father of Mark Allen LeCompte (Melissa), Kenneth Stephen LeCompte (Laurie) and Kathleen LeCompte Grisoli (Damon). Loving Grandfather of...

Dec 8, 2024

Ronald “Ronnie” Munch was born on February 23, 1943 to Charles J. Munch, Jr. and Sophie Teles Munch. He passed into his Lord’s Arms on Sunday, December 8, 2024. Left behind to remember and miss him are his wife of 55+ years, Mary “Tena” Adams Munch; his daughter, Cora Munch Swindell (George) and many family members and friends. Ronnie is...

Dec 7, 2024

Edward Joseph Vinet passed away peacefully on Saturday, December 7, 2024, at the age of 92. He was born in New Orleans, Louisiana, on February 19, 1932, to the late Estelle Fuchs Vinet and the late William C. Vinet Sr.

He is the husband of the late Gwendolyn Gonzales Vinet, who he was married to for 51 years. He is the...

Dec 7, 2024

Ramona Louise Daigle, A devoted mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully on Saturday, December 7th, 2024, at her home surrounded by her family at the age of 80. Born on Saturday, October 21st, 1944, in Cameron, Louisiana, Ramona was a beloved resident of Gretna, LA where she lived a life full of love, joy, and dedication to...

Dec 6, 2024

Gene Lloyd Petkovich, Sr. passed away on December 6, 2024 at the age of 83. A native of Ostrica, Louisiana, Gene was born on March 23, 1941 to the late Anthony Petkovich and Marie Irene Casbon Petkovich. He is survived by his loving wife of 62 years Angela “Chuggy” Duplessis Petkovich; his daughter Rene’ Phillips Petkovich (Allen Phillips); son Gene...

Dec 5, 2024

Pedro Armando Estevez, born in Pedro Betancourt, Cuba on June 7, 1938, entered into eternal rest on Thursday, December 5, 2024, at the age of 86. Mr. Estevez lived in Gretna, LA.

He was the son of the late Carlos Estevez and the late Eloisa Rubayo Estevez. Loving Husband of Isabel Valdes Estevez for 64 years. Loving father of Pedro Estevez...

Dec 4, 2024

Leonce “Woody” Joseph Barrios, Jr., was born in Marrero, Louisiana to his parents, Leonce Barrios, Sr. and Mary Ann Barrios on April 25, 1969. He passed on December 4, 2024.

Woody was known as an easy-going, friendly, and loving person. He was always smiling and offering a helping hand to friends and family. Woody was a cancer survivor of approximately 15...