Obituaries

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Christian 'Chris' Tahj Wallace

Christian 'Chris' Tahj Wallace, was born on August 12, 1990, to the union of Matthew Wallace III and the late Donya (Bowie) Wallace, stepson of Elke S. Ragas. He was the devoted friend to Paige Luke.
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Vernell 'Vern' Encalade

Mr. Vernell 'Vern' Encalade departed this earthly life on Sunday, February 19, 2023 at the age of 65. Beloved husband of Valerie; father of Ashley and Aaliyah; grandfather of Lola. Beloved brother of Bridgette (Lawrence) Walker and Danny (Sandra) Encalade.

Adam Marcel Encalade, Sr.

Adam Marcel Encalade, Sr., departed this life peacefully on February 20, 2023. Adam was born on February 13, 1944 and passed away at the age of 79. He is the son of the late Olivia Demolle Mitchell and Theodore Encalade Sr. Devoted husband to Gail Riley Encalade for 30 years. Father of Adam M.
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Dennis John Andras

(February 25, 1948 – February 12, 2023) Dennis John Andras passed away on Sunday, February 12, 2023 at the age of 74.

Renée Catalanatto Chastant

Renée Catalanatto Chastant entered into eternal rest on Saturday, February 18, 2023 at the age of 62. Beloved and loving wife of 44 years to Daniel Chastant. Loving and devoted mother to Daniel Chastant, Jr. (Jennifer), Lisa Richard (Chad) and Mallory Bergeron (Vincent).
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Paulette M. Laurent

Paulette M. Laurent was born on January 17, 1949, and passed away peacefully on February 22, 2023, at the age of 74. Paulette was a loving mother, grandmother, and caretaker. She was a medical assistant for many years and retired from the Ochsner Medical Group.
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Ruth Elaine Hill Simeon

Ruth Elaine Hill Simeon departed this life to be with her Heavenly Father on Friday, February 10, 2023, at the age of 87. Mrs. Ruth Simeon was a proud native of Phoenix, La., and a resident of Marrero, La., for 45 years.
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Michael Williams

Michael Williams entered into eternal rest on Tuesday, February 7, 2023, at the age 67. He was a native of New Orleans, La., and a resident of Houma, La. 'Mike' as he was affectionately called, attended school in Houma and Belle Chasse, La. Michael was cook and he loved music and singing.
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Wayne David Encalade

SFC (Ret.) Wayne David ('Shabba' 'Zulu') Encalade was born on April 15, 1947, in New Orleans, La., and passed away at his sister's home on February 12, 2023 at the age of 75. Beloved and proud father of Aundre (Lenita) Encalade, Sr.
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Joseph Jones, Sr.

Joseph Jones, Sr., entered eternal rest on Thursday, February 9, 2023. He is the son of the late Paul and Celina Jones (Green). He was a native of Deer Range, La., in Plaquemines Parish, and a long-time resident of Gretna. Joseph worked as a shrimp boat deckhand for over 40 years.