Obituaries

Jacqueline Marie Polk Bunch

Jacqueline Marie Polk Bunch

Jacqueline Marie Polk Bunch

It is with great sadness that the Bunch family announces the passing of Jaqueline Marie Polk Bunch (“Jackie”) on October 24, 2025. Jackie was born June 12, 1956. Jackie was married for twenty-three years to her beloved husband Hollis E. Bunch (“Brother”).
Very Rev. Fr. Gerard Stapleton

Very Rev. Fr. Gerard Stapleton

Very Rev. Fr. Gerard Stapleton

On October 23rd 2025, peacefully at home with his niece Yvonne and family in Cappamore, Very Rev. Fr. Gerard Stapleton, former P.P. at St. Patrick's Church, Port Sulphur. Predeceased by his parents Paddy and Nora, brother Oliver (Limerick) and infant brother Billy.
Ricky Anthony Taillon

Ricky Anthony Taillon

Ricky Anthony Taillon

Ricky Anthony Taillon was born April 30, 1961 to Napoleon and Elsie Taillon in Port Sulphur, La. He was preceded in death by both of his parents and his brother Kerry.
Robert William Utecht

Robert William Utecht

Robert William Utecht

Robert William Utecht, lovingly known by all as Uncle Rob and Robo, passed peacefully from this life at his home, with his best friend Dana at his side. Robert was born September 6th, 1957 and entered into eternal rest October 24, 2025 at the age of 68.
Eleanor Pivach Elliott

Eleanor Pivach Elliott

Eleanor Pivach Elliott

Eleanor Pivach Elliott passed peacefully from this life on October 19, 2025, at the age of 91. Born in New Orleans on April 1, 1934, she was the third of three children of the late George Pivach and Simica Sumich Pivach.
Wilbert Timothy Griffin Sr.

Wilbert Timothy Griffin Sr.

Wilbert Timothy Griffin Sr.

Wilbert Timothy Griffin Sr., departed this life on Saturday, October 18, 2025, at University Medical Center in New Orleans LA. He was 66 years old and a native of Davant LA., and a resident of St. Bernard LA. Son of the late August and Shirley Riley Griffin. Father of Tennillia G.
Arthur Joseph 'Fish' Jones

Arthur Joseph 'Fish' Jones

Arthur Joseph 'Fish' Jones

Arthur Joseph 'Fish' Jones transitioned peacefully into eternal life on Tuesday October 14, 2025 at Villa Feliciana Nursing Home in Jackson LA. He was 66 years old and a native and lifelong resident of Port Sulphur LA. Beloved son of Doris Ann Williams Mackey and the late Albert Jones Sr.
Bridget Ann Rojas

Bridget Ann Rojas

Bridget Ann Rojas

Joshua Sr., Joshua Jr., Christopher, Kaspian, Joseph, Jackson, Jason, Robert Jr., and Josiah. Age 59 years, a native of Venice, LA and resident of Independence, LA. Bridget was loved by everyone. She enjoyed trolling for seafood, cooking, her plants, games, and spending time with family.
Capt. Louis M. 'Toby' Wattigney, Jr.

Capt. Louis M. 'Toby' Wattigney, Jr.

Capt. Louis M. 'Toby' Wattigney, Jr.

Captain Louis M. “Toby” Wattigney Jr., a devoted leader, family member, and friend, whose steady presence anchored both his family and community, passed away on Sunday evening, October 12, 2025, at age 67.