Obituaries

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

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Janine "Jan" Marie Walker

Janine "Jan" Marie Walker

Mar 16, 2025

Janine “Jan” Marie Walker entered into eternal rest on Sunday, March 16, 2025 at the age of 63. Janine is the daughter of the late Curtis J. Walker and Frances Roberts Walker. Sister of Lucius P. Walker (Patsy) and the late Joanel Walker Martin, Deborah Walker Morales and Cheryl Denise Walker. She is survived by her Godchildren, Holly Walker Bordelon,...

Roland John Bourgeois Sr.

Roland John Bourgeois Sr.

Mar 16, 2025

Roland John Bourgeois Sr., passed away peacefully on Sunday March 16, 2025 at the age of 89. He is the son of the late Evest J. Bourgeois, Jr. and the late Belle Ann Christian Bourgeois. He is the beloved husband of Gail Keller Bourgeois. He is the loving father of Roland J. Bourgeois Jr. (Cheryl), Robert Bourgeois (Ida), Gary Bourgeois,...

Miriam Toledo Wattigney

Miriam Toledo Wattigney

Mar 15, 2025

Miriam Toledo Wattigney, of Marrero, Louisiana passed away peacefully in her home on March 15, 2025. She was the loving wife of Paul Wattigney for over 47 years. Devoted mother of son, Donald Kahrs Jr. (Stephanie), and daughter, Tanya Wattigney (James). She was the proud grandmother of five: Britainni Kahrs, Marisa Shelby-Smoke, Adrianna Shelby, Santiago Tinajero and Sonny Richards. She...

Carolyn Pertuit Vegas

Carolyn Pertuit Vegas

Mar 15, 2025

Carolyn “LOU” Pertuit Vegas, age 79, peacefully passed away on Saturday, March 15, 2025, after a long courageous battle with misdiagnosed lung cancer. She shared a life full of love and laughter with everyone who knew her! She always lit up the room with her infectious spirit and humorous attitude !!!

She was the devoted wife of her beloved late husband,...

Robert Bernard Wilson

Robert Bernard Wilson

Mar 14, 2025

Robert Bernard Wilson (“Willie”) passed away peacefully on Friday, March 14th, 2025. Beloved husband of the late Mary Cancienne. Father of Sheree Yerby (Scott), Kellie Wellenreiter (Walter), and the late Robert B. Wilson, Jr. Grandfather of Jacob (Kylie), Olivia (Francisco), Caitlyn (Alex), Sophia (godchild), Nicholas, and Lucas. Great Grandfather of Ande and Bene. Brother of late Sam Wilson (Jean). Brother-in-law...

Mamie Geraldine Rogers

Mamie Geraldine Rogers

Mar 14, 2025

Mamie Geraldine Rogers, born in New Orleans, LA September 22, 1942, and entered into eternal rest on Friday, March 14, 2025, at the age of 82. Mrs. Rogers lived in Marrero, LA.

Mamie was the beloved wife of 62 years to the late Andrew J. Rogers. She was the daughter of the late Bennie J. Baldassaro Sr. and the late Mabel...

Keith J. Chouest

Keith J. Chouest

Mar 14, 2025

Keith J. Chouest passed away peacefully on March 14, 2025 at the age of 77 years. Beloved husband of 57 years to Patricia Gasquet Chouest. Loving father of Dawn Christen (the late Dean) and Keith Chouest Jr. Proud grandfather of Brittany, Kayla, Jennifer (Richard), Danielle (Kyle) and the late Ashley (Dave). Brother of Harold Chouest Sr. (Rose), the late Troy...

Kelly Lockwood Alfortish

Kelly Lockwood Alfortish

Mar 14, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we mourn the passing of Kelly Lockwood Alfortish, age 53, who courageously battled ovarian cancer for two years. She was a true warrior and fought bravely until the very end.

Kelly was born on February 28, 1972 in New Orleans, LA and passed away on March 14, 2025. She was the daughter of Jan Savoie...

Betty S. Castro

Betty S. Castro

Mar 13, 2025

Betty S. Castro, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and great grandmother, passed away peacefully on March 13,2025, at the age of 85 in Gretna, LA. Born on November 11,1939 in San Pedro Sula, Honduras, she was a kind and generous person who touch the lives of many with her outgoing personality, warmth, wisdom and love for Jesus. Betty S. Castro...

Alvin "Mully" Thomas Durgin III

Alvin "Mully" Thomas Durgin III

Mar 11, 2025

Alvin, “Mully” Thomas Durgin III, passed away after a lengthy illness on Tuesday, March 11, 2025 at the age of 74. Beloved husband of Cathy Budwey Durgin for 53 years. Father of Steven Durgin (Zoe) and the late Timothy Michael Durgin. Son of the late Dora and Captain Alvin T. Durgin, Jr. Brother of Gwen Davis (Bill) and Susan LeBlanc...

Ella Chauvin Machella

Ella Chauvin Machella

Mar 10, 2025

Ella Chauvin Machella passed away peacefully on March 10, 2025 at the age of 74. Beloved wife of the late John “Pecan” Machella and the late Irvin “Skip” Brunet. Mother of Dawn Pelas (Jeff). Grandmother of Morgan Pelas Stein (Jase) and Hunter Pelas. Great-grandmother of Harlow Stein. Sister of the late Russell Chauvin, Douglas Chauvin, Shirley Alesich, and Enola Stewart....

Kevin G. Orgeron

Kevin G. Orgeron

Mar 10, 2025

Kevin G. Orgeron passed away peacefully on March 10, 2025 after a courageous battle with cancer. He was 58. Beloved son of the late Eugene “Gene” Orgeron and Diane Falcon Orgeron. Brother of Tana Orgeron Boudreaux. Uncle of Ashton Boudreaux (Shane Cheramie). Paran of Ashton, Carter, and Capri. Grandson of the late Emma and Ernest Falcon, Rose and Ed Orgeron....

Daniel J. Griffin

Daniel J. Griffin

Mar 9, 2025

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Daniel Griffin. Daniel was a kind, compassionate soul whose presence touched the lives of many. Throughout his life, he showed an unwavering dedication to his passions, and his warmth and generosity will be deeply missed by all who knew him.

Daniel is survived by his loved ones, who will cherish...

Elvin "Ray" Monk, Sr.

Elvin "Ray" Monk, Sr.

Mar 9, 2025

Elvin Ray Monk, Sr. entered into eternal rest on March 9, 2025. Beloved husband of Joan Bourgeois Monk. Father of Elvin Ray Monk, Jr. (Terry), Tim Monk (Riki), and David Monk (Mary). Grandfather of Holly Monk, Brittany Lindsey (Beau), Corey Monk (Amy), Beau Monk, Tristan Monk, and Ethan Monk. Great-grandfather of Austin, Laila, and Lea. Son of the late Emmet...

Roy James Farve, Sr.

Roy James Farve, Sr.

Mar 9, 2025

Roy James Farve, Sr. age 82, entered into eternal rest on Sunday, March 9, 2025. Beloved husband of 48 years to the late Linda Farve. Survived by his girlfriend/partner, Kathy Hornosky. Son of the late Willie Sr and Edna Farve. Loving father of Sharon Farve Marshall, Roy Farve, Jr (Helene), Charlene Eymard (fiancé, Edwin Verdin) and Chris Farve (Melissa). Loving...

Alan Yedor Sr

Alan Yedor Sr

Mar 8, 2025

Alan Yedor Sr was born on July 9, 1945, in Memphis, Tennessee, the son of late Patricia and late Harry Mark Yedor.

The family has an impressive military history. Harry Yedor served in the Pacific Theater of Operations in World War II as a lieutenant colonel in the Army Air Force, where he engaged in dangerous flight missions across the Himalayan...

William O. Toombs

William O. Toombs

Mar 6, 2025

William O. Toombs passed away peacefully on March 6, 2025 at the age of 84 years. He is a native of Yazoo City, MS and resided in Avondale, LA.

He is preceded in death by his loving wife, Brenda F. Toombs; his parents, Virgil Toombs and Cordie Toombs; his sisters, Ella Mae Boyd, Eunice Ray, Stella Roberson, Kate Ellington, Polly Miller,...

George A. Rocha

George A. Rocha

Mar 5, 2025

George A. Rocha passed away peacefully on March 5, 2025 at the age of 71. Beloved husband of 52 years to Jacqueline Chaisson Rocha. Father of Scott Rocha (Tracy Lovell-Rocha), Jason Rocha (Courtney), and Alexandra Bergens. Grandfather of Jordan Lovell and Blaine Rocha. Brother of Jacinto Rocha Jr., Michael Rocha, Marina Green, Freda Lacayo, Wanda Ruiz and the late Elvira...

Marlene Stenger Alford

Marlene Stenger Alford

Mar 5, 2025

Marlene Stenger Alford, born in New Orleans, LA on June 10, 1932, and entered into eternal rest on Wednesday, March 5, 2025, at the age of 92. Mrs. Alford lived in Picayune, MS.

Marlene is the beloved wife of 43 years to the late Virgil S. Alford Jr. She is the daughter of the late Joseph Stenger and the late Anita...

Jo Rene Robbins Myers Goff

Jo Rene Robbins Myers Goff

Mar 4, 2025

Jo Rene Robbins Myers Goff passed away peacefully on Mardi Gras evening, Tuesday, March 4, 2025 at the age of 96. Beloved wife of the late Gerald Patrick Goff for 51 years. Mother of Peter Lawrence Goff (Jennifer) and the late Amy Elizabeth Goff. Daughter of the late Hattie Mae Robbins and Lawrence Wesley Myers. Sister of the late Patsy...