Obituaries

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

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Juana C. Loera Sotres

Juana C. Loera Sotres

Jul 19, 2025

Juana C. Loera Sotres entered into eternal rest on July 19, 2025. "Juanita" was born November 24 1927 in Clovis, New Mexico. She was the third of 4 daughters and is survived by 2; Monclova and Ana María. She married Cristóbal Sotres in 1972 and was left widowed in 1998. Juanita was an exemplary mother to 9 children; Graciela, Edilmira,...

Michael W. Helms

Michael W. Helms

Jul 19, 2025

Michael W. Helms, age 59, passed away peacefully on July 19, 2025, in New Orleans, Louisiana. Born in New Orleans on October 4, 1965, Michael remained rooted in the city he loved throughout his life. A proud graduate of Brother Martin High School, and Our Lady of Holy Cross College. Michael had a lifelong passion for science, and the outdoors....

Elizabeth Marie Seme

Elizabeth Marie Seme

Jul 19, 2025

Elizabeth Marie Seme entered into eternal rest on July 19, 2025. Beloved daughter of Carol Harrigan Seme and Richard Seme. Sister of Eric Seme (Claudia). Aunt of William and Richard Seme. Also survived by aunts, uncles, cousins, friends, and caregivers. She was deeply loved and will be sadly missed.

Relatives and Friends of the Family are invited to attend the Funeral...

Evan Michael Johnson

Evan Michael Johnson

Jul 18, 2025

Evan Michael Johnson passed away peacefully on July 18, 2025, at the age of 17. He was the beloved son of Caren Mayeaux Johnson and Robert L. “Bobby” Johnson III. Loving brother of Tyler James Johnson (Madison Gondrella) and Emily Elizabeth Johnson (Connor Richoux). Cherished grandson of S.J. and Gail Mayeaux, Robert Johnson Jr. and JoAnn Dauenhauer, and Gwendolyn Durgin...

Peggy Ann Tybussek

Peggy Ann Tybussek

Jul 16, 2025

Peggy A. Tybussek passed away on Wednesday, July 16, 2025 at the age of 84.

Beloved wife of the late Maximillion “Maxie” Tybussek Sr. for 68 years. Mother of Maxie Tybussek Jr. and Danny Tybussek (Paulette). Daughter of the late Thomas D. Doyle and the late Rosa Mae Simoneaux Doyle. Sister of Ned (deceased), Ted, Timmy, Terry, Mike and Dennis Doyle...

Raymond Joseph Lassiegne

Raymond Joseph Lassiegne

Jul 15, 2025

Raymond Joseph Lassiegne of New Orleans, LA - January 13, 1968 to July 15, 2025 - went home to Heaven at the age of 57. He is the cherished husband of Tiffany Cascio Lassiegne and the father of Londyn Lynn and Blaze Joseph.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Barbara Calligan Lassiegne and Edward Lassiegne Sr. and his brother,...

Quy Van Pham

Quy Van Pham

Jul 15, 2025

Marrero, LA - Quy “James” Van Pham, cherished husband, father, and grandfather was called home to be with God, on July 15, 2025, at the age of 73. He passed away peacefully at University Medical Center in New Orleans, Louisiana, following a prolonged heart illness; surrounded by his beloved wife, children and loved ones.

Quy was born on February 14, 1952...

Diana Margrett Pitre Redd

Diana Margrett Pitre Redd

Jul 14, 2025

Diana Redd, born in Houma, LA on May 4, 1934, entered into eternal rest on Monday, July 14, 2025 at the age of 91 surrounded by family. Diana resided in Harvey, LA.

Diana is survived by children Douglas Redd, Jr. (Joni), Cindy Thompson (Kevin), and Melanie Dupre (late “Blake”); grandchildren Michelle Parr (Greg), Raquel Redd, Derrick Redd (Tami), Mitchell Redd, Mason...

Frances Falgout Bourg

Frances Falgout Bourg

Jul 13, 2025

Frances Falgout Bourg passed away on July 13, 2025 at the age of 88 years. Beloved wife of the late Sidney Joseph Bourg. Mother of Pamela Agregaard (Carey III) and Marla Giardina (Salvador). Grandmother of Carey L. Agregaard IV, Danielle M. Rudd, Ashley G. Dixon and Kayli Giardina. Great-grandmother of Jacen Agregaard, Carey Agregaard V, Gage and Saige Dixon and...

Vera Thibodeaux Baudoin

Vera Thibodeaux Baudoin

Jul 13, 2025

On Sunday, July 13, Vera Thibodeaux Baudoin peacefully entered eternal rest, surrounded by love and memories that will live on forever. A proud resident of Marrero for over 40 years, Vera touched the lives of many with her kindness, strength, and unwavering devotion to her family. Vera dedicated over three decades to serving at Immaculate Conception School’s cafeteria, where she...

Antonina "Ninette" Culotta Leithman

Antonina "Ninette" Culotta Leithman

Jul 11, 2025

Antonina "Ninette" Leithman passed away on July 11, 2025 at the age of 91. Beloved wife of late Herbert "Bobby" Callegan by first marriage and late James "Jim" Leithman by second marriage. Daughter of Philip Culotta and Vera Liberto Culotta. Sister of Vincent Culotta and Dominic Culotta. Mother of Philip "Phil" Callegan (Robin) and Phyllis Callegan Ledet (Rob). Nonnie to...

Michael "Mike" P. Simoneaux

Michael "Mike" P. Simoneaux

Jul 8, 2025

Michael "Mike" P. Simoneaux passed away on July 8, 2025, at the age of 69, in Marrero, Louisiana. Born in New Orleans, Mike lived a life marked by curiosity, craftsmanship, and deep devotion to his family. Mike was the beloved son of Arthur Jr. and Melva Simoneaux. He grew up alongside his siblings Elaine, Arthur III (Brenda), Richard (Bebe), and...

Janet Enright Taranto

Janet Enright Taranto

Jul 7, 2025

Janet Enright Taranto entered the gates of heaven on July 7, 2025, at the age of 76 years. She was born on December 18, 1948, to the late Janet Cecile and Joseph J. Enright, Jr. in New Orleans, LA (Algiers). She was the beloved wife of the late Raymond L. Taranto, Jr. for 54 years. Mother of Micah Taranto (wife,...

Kate Popic

Kate Popic

Jul 7, 2025

Kate Agneza Popic, a beloved matriarch and cherished member of her community, passed away peacefully at her home in Belle Chasse, LA on July 7, 2025, at the age of 91. Born on September 11, 1933, in Brijesta, Croatia, Kate brought warmth and love to all who had the pleasure of knowing her.

Throughout her life, Kate was known for her...

Renell Parnell

Renell Parnell

Jul 7, 2025

Renell Parnell, age 63 passed away peacefully in Harvey, Louisiana on Monday, July 7, 2025 surrounded by her family. She was born on August 3, 1961 in Marrero, Louisiana to the late Charles and Rose Crescionie.

Renell was a beloved wife, mother, sister, aunt, grandmother, great grandmother and friend. Known for her toughness, she was equally admired for her deep compassion...

Johanna "Jo" Mae Thibodeaux

Johanna "Jo" Mae Thibodeaux

Jul 6, 2025

Johanna (Jo) Mae Thibodeaux passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her loving family on Sunday morning, July 6, 2025. She was 88 years old, survived by her loving, devoted husband of 68 years, Gally Thibodeaux Jr. Loving mother of Penny (Gerald), Rickey (Penny), Wendy (Chuck). Grandmother to 7 grandchildren, Patricia, Justin (Britney), Matthew (Erin), Logan (Ken), Tyler (Amanda), Rickey...

Sheron Mamolo Templet

Sheron Mamolo Templet

Jul 5, 2025

Sheron Mamolo Templet, a cherished mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and sister, passed away peacefully on July 5, 2025, at the age of 77. Born on October 12, 1947, Sheron filled her years with love, laughter, and an unwavering dedication to family and friends.

Sheron was the beloved wife of the late Russell E. Templet, sharing 42 wonderful years together, bound by love...

Bessie Bourgeois Beroular

Bessie Bourgeois Beroular

Jul 4, 2025

Bessie Bourgeois Beroular, devoted wife and mother, passed away peacefully on the morning of July 4, 2025 in Kenner, LA. She was 97 years old. Bessie was born on April 13, 1928 in Cut Off, LA to Malee Adams and Theophile Bourgeois, Sr. She was one of eleven children. At a young age, she moved to Algiers and lived with...

Julie A. "Nana" Roccaforte

Julie A. "Nana" Roccaforte

Jul 4, 2025

Julie A. "Nana" Roccaforte peacefully entered into eternal rest on Friday, July 4, 2025 at the age 68. She is survived by her daughters, Jennifer Bruner (John) and Johanna Roccaforte as well as her beloved Grandchildren, Trystyn, Bowen (Lacey), Seth and Mina and her Great Granddaughter, Mavyn Roccaforte-Kostecky.

Family and friends are invited to attend the Celebration of Life Services at...

Estelvina Fontinelli

Estelvina Fontinelli

Jul 4, 2025

Estelvina Fontinelli was born in Chiriqui, Panama on November 20, 1939, and entered into eternal rest on Friday July 4, 2025, at the age of 85 surrounded by family. Mrs. Fontinelli lived in Marrero, LA.

Estelvina is the beloved wife of the late Franklin Lopes Fontinelli. She is the daughter of the late Pablo Colindres and the late Eva Aurora Gallardo...