Obituaries

Melissa Cook Reynolds

Melissa Cook Reynolds

Melissa Cook Reynolds

Melissa Cook Reynolds, 64, of Port Sulphur, Louisiana, passed away peacefully on October 3, 2025, surrounded by her loved ones. Melissa was born on March 24, 1961, in Gulfport, Mississippi, and spent most of her life in Belle Chasse, Louisiana.
Ryan Joseph Riley

Ryan Joseph Riley

Ryan Joseph Riley

Ryan Joseph Riley affectionately known as ' Poker Jay' or 'Tip -Toe' entered into eternal rest on Wednesday October 1st, 2025 in Braitwaite LA. He was 56 years old and a native and lifelong resident of Point-Ala-Hache LA.
Douglas Patrick Simmons

Douglas Patrick Simmons

Douglas Patrick Simmons

Douglas Patrick Simmons, born in Port Sulphur, LA, on September 10, 1964, entered into eternal rest on Tuesday, October 7, 2025, at the age of 61, surrounded by family. Mr. Simmons lived in Buras, LA.Douglas is the son of Philip Hamilton Simmons and Gloria Mae (Suire) Simmons.
Florine Marie Barrois

Florine Marie Barrois

Florine Marie Barrois

Florine 'Tee' Barrios was born in Ostrica, LA. Her parents are Marceline Barrios Bono and Frank Barrios, both preceded her in death. She was the last surviving sibling of the Barrios family. Tee died peacefully at home Wednesday, October 3rd, after being hospitalized for pneumonia.
Debra Adams Arbourgh

Debra Adams Arbourgh

Debra Adams Arbourgh

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Debra Arbourgh, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and friend, who departed this life on October 9, 2025, just shy of her 73rd birthday.
Janice Marie “Gilbert” “Declouet” Johnson

Janice Marie “Gilbert” “Declouet” Johnson

Janice Marie “Gilbert” “Declouet” Johnson

Janice Marie “Gilbert” “Declouet” Johnson born September 22, 1956, in New Orleans, Louisiana departed this life Friday September 26, 2025. Born to Ethel Ruth Gilbert and Edward Declouet, she was the second eldest of five girls.
Carrie “Momma Carrie” Encalade Miller

Carrie “Momma Carrie” Encalade Miller

Carrie “Momma Carrie” Encalade Miller

Carrie “Momma Carrie” Encalade Miller was called to her heavenly home to be with the Lord on September 27, 2025, at the age of 97. She was a resident of Dalcour, Louisiana. She leaves to cherish her love and precious memories her devoted children, Audrey M.
Morris Harold Hartt, Jr.

Morris Harold Hartt, Jr.

Morris Harold Hartt, Jr.

Morris Harold Hartt, Jr., passed away peacefully at his home on Sunday, September 21, 2025 at the age of 70. He was a lifelong resident of Venice, LA. For 30 years, Morris shared his life with his beloved companion, Judy Buras.
Catherine “Beulah” Perazzo

Catherine “Beulah” Perazzo

Catherine “Beulah” Perazzo

Catherine “Beulah” Perazzo passed away on Sunday, September 28, 2025 at the age of 101 while surrounded by her loving family. Beloved wife of the late John H. Perazzo. Mother of Sheila Lott (the late Paul), and the late Rosalind LeBlanc (the late Richard).
Edmond Wilson "Wes" Ragas

Edmond Wilson "Wes" Ragas

Edmond Wilson "Wes" Ragas

Edmond Wilson Ragas Jr. 'Wes', entered into eternal rest on Friday September 26, 2025 at his home in Port Sulphur LA. at the age of 68. He was the son of the late Edmond Wilson Ragas Sr. and the late Albertine Gibson Ragas. Beloved brother of Olibra Magee (Jerry), Eric Ragas Sr.