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

Sep 12, 2025

John Alton Cullum, 87, was welcomed into his heavenly home on Friday, September 12, 2025, surrounded by his children and granddaughters.

A proud resident of Marrero, John lived a life filled with laughter, kindness, and adventure. He served honorably as an Airman First Class in the United States Air Force, but his greatest joy was found in the simple, everyday moments...

Sep 11, 2025

Jackie Phillips Waguespack, passed away peacefully on September 11, 2025. She was a loving mother, grandmother, sister, daughter, aunt, and friend whose presence will be deeply missed.

Jackie was known for her attentive and dedicated spirit. A devoted Christian, she faithfully served at Oak Park Baptist Church. Where, following Hurricane Katrina, she cooked over 10,000 meals for volunteers and missionaries.

She had...

Sep 10, 2025

William Eduardo Calix passed away peacefully on September 10, 2025 at the age of 68 years. Beloved husband of the late Charlotte Diane Calix. Loving father of Robert A. Stodghill (Pamela Sims) and Rachel Calix (Robert Generes Jr.). Grandfather of Maxx Maria Garcia, Amber Stodghill, Nadia Generes, Mary Elizabeth Generes, and Robert Generes III. Brother of Gretel Vinet, Bernadita Block,...

Sep 10, 2025

Sandra Boyer Duplanatis, born in New Orleans, LA, on August 23, 1942, entered into eternal rest on Wednesday, September 10, 2025, at the age of 82. 

She was the daughter of the late George Boyer and the late Florence Perrin Boyer — loving mother to 4 sons and adoring grandmother to 10 and great-grandmother to 8.

Her graveside funeral services will be...

Sep 9, 2025

Nell Hunt Bridges passed away on Tuesday, September 9, 2025 at the age of 85. Married to the love of her life, the late Ronald B. Bridges for 60 years, together since the age of 13. Mother of Angela Jane Bridges Caletri (David), and Carlton Hunt Bridges. Daughter of the late Nell Wilkinson Hunt and Carlton E. Hunt. Grandmother of...

Sep 7, 2025

Bruce Alan Matthews, a loving father, brother, and friend died unexpectedly on September 7, 2025 at the age of 65.

Bruce is survived by his daughter Kayley Kish (Jordan); his brothers, Mark Matthews and Roger Matthews (Deana); and his nephews Christopher Matthews and Nicholas Matthews (Taylor). He was preceded in death by his father, Lowell Eugene Matthews; his mother, Margaret Matthews;...

Sep 7, 2025

Marlene Juno Buras, age 90 passed away on Sunday, September 7, 2025 surrounded by her loving family. I’ve gone to meet my son, Clay “Clay Boy.” I’m sure he will welcome me with his usual strong hug. I leave all my love to my sons, Cal (Toni) and Craig; Sister, Nolia Chiasson and my brother, Russell Juno, Sr.; my grandchildren,...

Sep 6, 2025

Beverly Mayo LeBlanc passed away peacefully at her residence on September 6, 2025. She was 88. Beloved wife of the late Raymond B. LeBlanc. Loving mother of Denise Domangue (Al), Dwayne LeBlanc, Gary LeBlanc (Ginger), and the late Craig LeBlanc. Grandmother of Mark, Eric (Michelle), Derrick, Kameron (Sarah), and Kacie. Great-grandmother of Alexis, Hailey, Ella, Emely, and Conner. Great-great-grandmother of...

Sep 6, 2025

Carole Palmer Smith Clark “Bootsie”, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away on September 6th, surrounded by her loved ones. Carole was born on January 29, 1941 in Canada to Kenneth and Ann Palmer.

She is survived by her devoted husband of 37 years, Paul, and her loving daughters, Shawna Gongora and Tonja Clark. And, her favorite son-in-law, Walter.

Her legacy...

Sep 5, 2025

REV. MSGR. ALLEN J. ROY

“Well done My good and faithful servant. Since you were faithful in small matters, I will give you great responsibilities. Come and share your master’s joy.” Matthew 25:23 On August 28, 1929 God gave this world a precious gift with the birth of Reverend Monsignor Allen Roy and on September 5, 2025 God called him home...

Sep 5, 2025

Emmett (known by most as Buddy) Dee Smelser, 91, of Belle Chasse, LA, passed away peacefully on September 5, 2025, at Ochsner Medical Center West Bank. Born in Floresville, Texas, on January, 24, 1934, the son of the late William Floyd Smelser and Lela Lola (Popham) Smelser.

He spent a short time roofing houses before joining the United States Marine Corp...

Sep 3, 2025

Carl Deane Bissette passed away on September 3, 2025, at the age of 97, in the loving care of her family after a brief battle with pancreatic cancer. A humble but commanding presence throughout her life, she proved to be so also in death. Carl maintained most of her independence and cognizance until the very end, a truth for which...

Sep 3, 2025

Harry R. Weyer, Jr. passed away on September 3, 2025 at the age of 73 after a long battle with cancer. Son of the late Harry R. Weyer, Sr. and the late Sara A. Weyer, nephew of the late Herbert I. Weyer. Harry is survived by daughters Jennifer A. Weyer and Emily E. Weyer, granddaughter Vivianne R. Weyer, and his...

Sep 3, 2025

Sep 2, 2025

Jeannine McGuire Burgin passed away on September 2, 2025. Beloved mother of Johnny Burgin (Lotte Arnsbjerg) and Katy Burgin. Grandmother of Melinda Burgin, Rosaleah Glantz, Saul Fairlie, and Autumn Fairlie. Daughter of the late Ray McGuire and Lea Vaughn McGuire. Sister Debbie Pearce (Rich), and the late Michael McGuire, Pat McGuire, and Mary McGuire. Age 87 years, a native of...

Sep 1, 2025

Earl Darnall (Dad, Grandpa, Uncle Earl) passed away peacefully in the early morning hours of September 1, 2025. For almost 92 years he lived a life full of love, laughter, good friends, fun and good food.Born on September 8, 1933, in Paducah, Kentucky to the late Bedie Peck Darnall and Clifton Charles Darnall, Earl lived in this beautiful country setting...

Aug 31, 2025

Reverend Subrita Wilson entered into eternal rest on August 31, 2025. 

Subrita was the eldest daughter born to Charles Wilson and Stella Wilson on October loth, 1954 in New Orleans, Louisianna.

She attended Job Corps in Albuquerque, New Mexico at the age of 16, where she graduated and received certification as a Nursing Assistant. She returned home to Louisiana and started her...

Aug 30, 2025

Zoran Nikolovski passed away on August 30, 2025, leaving behind his wife of 50 years, Marija Zibilich Nikolovski; daughters Lorita Nikolovski-Gaubert and Angie Nikolovski-Rogers (Elmer); one young granddaughter; sister-in-law Cecilia Rilovich (Pavo); nephew Robert Rilovich (Sanja); and niece Mathilda Rilovich. He was preceded in death by parents Trajko Nikolovski and Marika Josmova-Nikolovski; brother Alexander Nikolovski from Skopje, Republic of North...

Aug 29, 2025

Michael Neville Bradshaw passed from this world Friday, 8/29/2025. He lived his entire life on the Westbank and graduated from Belle Chasse High School in 1975. He worked in the oil & gas industry until retirement. Michael was preceded in death by his father, Neville Bradshaw and wife Maj Bradshaw. He is survived by his two sons and three grandchildren:...

Aug 28, 2025

Benito R. Castiglione passed away on Thursday, August 28, 2025 at the age of 88. Beloved husband of Peggy Castiglione for 60 years. Father of Louis Castiglione (Laura), Sonia Talabock (Kevin), and the late Benny Castiglione (Stacy), and Christopher Castiglione (Amanda). Son of the late Rosalia and Angelo Castiglione. Brother of Giuseppi Castiglione (Enzina), and the late Luigi Castiglione, Conchetta...