Obituaries

Michael Claudell Brown Jr.

Michael Claudell Brown Jr.

Michael Claudell Brown Jr.

Michael Claudell Brown Jr., was born on February 26, 2005 to Michael Claudell Brown Sr., and Shakel Kiera Walker Sylve. Michael accepted Jesus as his Lord and Savior at nine years old and was baptized at Greater Macedonia Baptist Church under the leadership of Pastor Mandrel R. Pansy Sr.
Penelope “Penny” Jones

Penelope “Penny” Jones

Penelope “Penny” Jones

Penelope “Penny” Jones went to her eternal rest on November 25, 2025. She was 73. Penny was born to the late Robert and Ruth Brooks Jones on October 6, 1952. Penny was the granddaughter of the late Alfred and Mable King Brooks.
Elizabeth Jean Matherne

Elizabeth Jean Matherne

Elizabeth Jean Matherne

Elizabeth Jean Matherne entered into eternal rest on November 23, 2025. Loving partner of Jimmy Mellos for almost 15 years. Beloved daughter of Odelia E. Newman and the late Eugene Matherne. Sister of Donna M. Reyer (Kevin) and Rachel M. Patton (Benjie).
Matthew J. Vodopija Jr.

Matthew J. Vodopija Jr.

Matthew J. Vodopija Jr.

Captain Matthew J. Vodopija Jr. 68, lifelong resident of Buras, La. left this life on November 26th. Beloved Husband of the late Blanche Franicevich Vodopija.Brother of Catherine Vodopija, Ben Vodopija (Tania), Valerie Taylor (Timmy), Jerry Vodopija (Mikell), Stepson of Kitty Vodopija.
JoAnn Rita Wilson

JoAnn Rita Wilson

JoAnn Rita Wilson

JoAnn Rita Wilson passed away after a short illness surround by her family on Tuesday, November 25, 2025, at the age of 83. Daughter of the late Governor Woodrow Wilson and the late Anita Wattigney Wilson.
Shonna Maria Guillory Lloyd

Shonna Maria Guillory Lloyd

Shonna Maria Guillory Lloyd

Shonna Lloyd, age 60, was called home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, November 11, 2025, at Ochsner Medical Center Westbank. She was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Belle Chasse, LA. Shonna was a graduate of L. W.
Ethel Lucille Terrebonne Lirette

Ethel Lucille Terrebonne Lirette

Ethel Lucille Terrebonne Lirette

Ethel Lucille Terrebonne Lirette entered the pearly gates of Heaven on November 22, 2025. She passed, peacefully, surrounded by family and, most importantly, her 5th generation 'babies'.
Godfrey 'Coo' Barrois

Godfrey 'Coo' Barrois

Godfrey 'Coo' Barrois

Godfrey “Coo” Barrois September 15, 1947 – November 14, 2025Godfrey “Coo” Barrois passed away peacefully on November 14, 2025, at the age of 78.
Nathan Sims

Nathan Sims

Nathan Sims

Nathan Sims, age 81, of Buras, Louisiana, passed away peacefully on Saturday, November 1, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. Born on November 21st in Oak Grove, Louisiana, Nathan was a proud country boy at heart. He exemplified and taught his family the value of hard work and integrity.

Mary Lou Johnson Pennison

Mary Lou Johnson Pennison entered into eternal rest on November 5, 2025. Beloved wife of the late Johnnie J. Pennison, Jr. Mother of Gary J. Pennison, Sr. (Lynne) and John L. Pennison (Sue). Grandmother of Gary J. Pennison, Jr., Charles M.