Obituaries
Local Obituaries in New Orleans, Harvey & Marrero, LA.
Joann Lovas Willinsky
May 17, 2019
JoAnn Lovas Willinsky, entered into Eternal Rest on May 17, 2019 at the age of 83. She was born in Algiers, LA on July 6, 1935 and was a lifelong resident of Gretna, Harvey and River Ridge. She is preceded in death by her husband, Arnauld Willinsky; brothers, Al Lovas (Faye), A. J. Lovas and Herman “Bubby” Lovas; parents, Abel...
James "Jim" Pepper
May 17, 2019
James “Jim” Pepper passed away peacefully on May 17, 2019, surrounded by his loving family at the age of 82. Beloved husband of the late Ida Breaux Pepper. Loving father of Elizabeth Schexnayder (Ronald), Judy Richoux (Jeff), and Rene Mollere (Danny). Paw Paw Buddy of Jason (Melissa), Evan (Lindy), Jamie (the late Ross), Matthew (Brandi), Danielle (Chris) and Mason. Great-grandfather...
Shirley Barrios Castagnetta
May 16, 2019
Shirley Barrios Castagnetta passed away peacefully on May 16, 2019 at the age of 83 years. Beloved wife of the late Henry Castagnetta. Former wife of Walter Barrios. Mother of Julie Blanchard (Irvin), Karen Juhasz (Michael), Melony Dufrene (Eric), Nicole Burlinson (Darren) and Mitchel J. Barrios. Grandmother of Jude, Tangie, Jessica, Alyssa, Ethan and Cherish. Great-grandmother of Micaela and Lila....
Mary Ann St. Germain Mcgovern
May 15, 2019
Mary Ann St. Germain McGovern died on May 15, 2019 peacefully at her home surrounded by all her loved ones. She was born on September 13, 1942 in New Orleans, Louisiana and lived in Gretna for the past 50 years. She is the beloved wife of Robert McGovern for 56 years. Mary Ann is preceded in death by her mother,...
James "Jim" Morgan Coney, Iii
May 15, 2019
James “Jim” Morgan Coney III, age 73, passed away May 15, 2019. He was born October 5, 1945 in New Orleans, Louisiana to James (Jimmy) and Clare (Nolan) Coney. Jim grew up in New Orleans where he attended St. Aloysius, now Brother Martin. He went on to attend Louisiana State University and became a lifelong fan bleeding purple and gold...
Charles Joseph Hartman
May 14, 2019
Charles Joseph Hartman, an avid Saints fan peacefully entered into eternal rest on Tuesday, May 14, 2019 at the age of 76. Son of the late Herman Hartman, Sr. and Nola Marie Augular Hartman. Father of Krista Hartman Kottsick (Roger) and Karla Hartman Belile (Arthur). Grandfather of Lexi Belile, Bethany Belile, Anthony Belile and Aiden Kottsick. Brother of Barbara Hartman...
Luz "Millie" Hickey
May 13, 2019
Luz “Millie” Hickey, passed away peacefully on Monday, May 13, 2019 at the age of 91. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Allan Gabriel Hickey; her parents, Arturo Gonzalez and Georgina Mas Gonzalez; and her siblings, Arturo Gonzalez, Carmen Gorbea, Anibal Gonzalez, and Alma Santiago. Millie is the beloved mother of Allan G. Hickey, Jr., Sharon H....
Thomas J. "Butch" Ward
May 13, 2019
Thomas J. “Butch” Ward, longtime Westbank resident, businessman and political figure, passed away Monday, May 13, 2019 at his family retreat surrounded by his loved ones. The youngest son of Albert and Maude Ward was born on September 9, 1939 in New Orleans Louisiana. Growing up in Algiers, Butch started in the family lumber business before creating his own construction...
Ronald C. Deroche Sr.
May 12, 2019
Ronald C. DeRoche, Sr. retired New Orleans Police Officer, passed away on Sunday, May 12, 2019 at the age of 79. Beloved husband of Mary C. DeRoche by second marriage and of Muriel Fernandez by first marriage. Father of Ronald C. "Roo" DeRoche, Jr. (Jean), Rhonda DeRoche-Bordelon (Rodney), Mary Pearl DeRoche Bachelder (Robert), Lawrence E. DeRoche, and Christopher R. DeRoche....
Tommie Benton, Jr.
May 11, 2019
Tommie Benton, Jr. passed away peacefully on May 11, 2019 at the age of 48. Relatives and friends are invited to gather at Mothe Funeral Home, 2100 Westbank Expressway in Harvey on Saturday, May 25, 2019 from 9am to 11am.
Artemise Navarro Dowell
May 11, 2019
Artemise "Ta" "Artie" Navarro Dowell passed away peacefully on Saturday, May 11, 2019. Beloved wife of the late Captain Aubrey Dowell. Mother of Trudy Dowell and the late Captain Don Navarro (Sylvia), Kathie Coate (George), and Aubrey "Bud" Dowell. Grandmother of Marcie Coate, Stacie Hirsch (Bill) Donna Tredenich (Randy), Laurie Delacruz, Greta Kraut (Robert), and Captain Don Navarro (Mechelle). She...
Frances "Fran" Barrilleaux Dufrene
May 11, 2019
Frances "Fran" Barrilleaux Dufrene passed away peacefully in her sleep on Saturday, May 11, 2019 at the age of 75. Beloved wife of the late Arnold Dufrene, Sr. Mother of Arnold J. Dufrene Jr. (Denise) and Stephen B. Dufrene (D.J./Diana). Daughter of the late Josie and Alvin Barrilleaux. Sister of Linda Chisholm (Kyle). Grandmother of Jason Wayne Dufrene, Alexi Marie...
Florence "Flo" Simon Melanson
May 10, 2019
Florence “Flo” Simon Melanson was born February 20, 1924, and entered into eternal peace on Friday, May 10, 2019, at the age of 95. Florence was a native of Vacherie, LA, and a resident of Westwego, LA, for over 70 years. Florence is preceded in death by her father, Remy Simon, Sr.; mother, Mirtilde Scioneaux Simon; husband, Joseph “Joe” Melanson;...
Eugene "Papa" Barthelemy
May 9, 2019
Eugene "Papa" Barthelemy passed away on Thursday, May 9, 2019 at the age 103. Beloved husband of the late Marjorie Barthelemy for 65 years. Father of Thomas Barthelemy (the late Diane)(Paula), Gerald Barthelemy (Peggy), Charles Barthelemy (Theresa), Claude Barthelemy (Beth), Ronnie Barthelemy (Daisy), Janet Dupont (Tyrrell) and the late Kenneth Barthelemy (Tonie) and Leonard Barthelemy. Son of the late Elmira...
Elmira "Sis" Cavaretta Adams
May 7, 2019
Elmira “Sis” Cavaretta Adams passed away peacefully on May 7, 2019 at the age of 93 years. Beloved wife of the late Guthrie Joseph Adams. Loving mother of Brian Paul Adams (Anne) and Eric John Adams (Paige). Grandmother of Ryan Paul Adams (Megan), Eric John Paul Adams II (Amber) and Danielle Elizabeth Adams. Great Grandmother of Averie Elizabeth Adams, Cooper...
Kay Laurent Melanson
May 7, 2019
Kay Laurent Melanson (1944 – 2019) Kay Laurent Melanson was born April 3, 1944, and entered into eternal peace on Tuesday, May 7, 2019, at the age of 75. She was a resident of and called Marrero, LA, home for over 40 years but grew up in and also called Westwego, LA, home for many years. She loved spending time...
Barbara Ann Kass Cook
May 5, 2019
Barbara Ann Kass Cook entered into eternal rest on Sunday, May 5, 2019 at the age of 79. Beloved wife of 52 years to the late Harry Raymond Cook. Daughter of the late Lionel Kass, Sr. and Josephine Taullie Kass. Loving mother of Steven A. Cook (Mindy), Brian P. Cook (Julie), Jennifer C. Davis (Christopher) and the late Randall A....
Don Carl Albert
May 5, 2019
Don Carl Albert passed away on May 5, 2019. Beloved husband of Lynn Nguyen Albert. Father of Samuel Albert. Son of Betty Cram Albert and the late “Beannie” Frank Bryant Albert. Brother of Roy Albert and Glenda Juka (Ronnie). Age 64 years, born in Port Arthur, TX and resident of Belle Chasse, LA. Donnie had a gruff exterior and a...
Barbara Guidry
May 5, 2019
Barbara Guidry passed away on Sunday, May 5, 2019 at the age of 75. Beloved Companion of Mehmet Kalender for 18 years. Mother of Damon Templet and Renee Templet Apostol. Daughter of the late Hilton Joseph Guidry and Enola Marie Guidry. Grandmother of Julia Templet, Dylan Templet, Amber Apostol, Michael Apostol Jr., Myles Diaz III, and Maye-Lynne Diaz. Sister of...
Vanessa Lepine Buras
May 4, 2019
Vanessa Lepine Buras passed away on May 4, 2019. Beloved wife of the late Robert Buras. Mother of Charles Buras (Layne). Grandmother of Liam and Peyton Buras. Daughter of the late Leroy Lepine and Augusta Fabre Lepine. Sister of the late Todd Lepine and Leroy Lepine, Jr. Age 62 years and a lifelong resident of Barataria, LA. As per her...
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