Hazel Jeanne LaFrance

Hazel Jeanne LaFrance was born on June 24, 1944, in Foster Canal, LA, to the late Azalie and Felix La France. From the very beginning, her kind heart and joyful spirit touched everyone she met.

Lionel Scott Jr.

Lionel Scott Jr. departed this life on Wednesday, December 18, 2024 at Ochsner Medical Center Westbank at the age of 55. He was a native of Empire, LA and a resident of Terrytown, LA. Beloved son of Nellie Ann Demolle Perkins and the late Lionel Scott Sr. Beloved stepson of the late James Perkins.

Kenny Joseph Ancar Jr.

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Kenny Joseph Ancar Jr. affectionately known as Brusa, who left us at the age of 21 on December 13, 2024. Born on November 6, 2003, in Gretna, LA, at Ochsner Medical Center West Bank, he was the beloved son of Tomika Hudnall and Kenny Ancar Sr.

Cheryl V. Diodene

Cheryl V. Diodene, of Harvey, LA, passed away on Monday, December 16, 2024, surrounded by her family at the age of 73. Cheryl’s most cherished role in life was as a beloved wife, mother, and “granny.” She will be deeply missed by her husband of 54 years, John W. Diodene Sr.

June Ann Greiner Brunet

June Ann Greiner Brunet, a native of Port Sulphur, and resident of Gretna, LA for the past 53 years, departed this life on Thursday, December 5, 2024, at the age of 75. Daughter of the late Eunice Jacomine Greiner and Harry Greiner. She attended Port Sulphur High School, Class of 1967.

Lillian Elizabeth Hyde Cook

Lillian Elizabeth Hyde Cook, also known as 'Beth', went home to be with God surrounded by her family on December 16, 2024. Born on March 26, 1934, in Monroe, LA, she was one of four siblings to Crawford Hyde Jr., Anita Dawson, and Carolyn Wilson.

Dalton Keith Harrell

Dalton Keith Harrell was born on July 5, 1930, in Scott County, MS, and passed away on December 16, 2024, in West Monroe. He was a member of North Monroe Baptist Church. Mr. Harrell was an Army Veteran of the Korean War finishing his tour as a Corporal.

Mary Roselyn 'Rose' Alesich Severa

Mary Roselyn “Rose” Alesich Severa passed away peacefully on December 13, 2024, at the age of 78. She is survived by her beloved husband Joseph John Severa. Loving mother to Melinda Riso (Ray), Roger Severa, Tiffany Pate (Christian), Kimberly Dennis (Jimmy), and Davin Severa (Kim).

Harriet Sanders Thomas

Harriet Sanders Thomas, died peacefully on November 25, 2024, while under Houston Hospice care at St. Dominic Village Nursing Home in Houston, Texas. Members of her family surrounded her. Harriet was born in Rushville, Louisiana on May 6, 1928, to the late Paul Sanders and Isabel Sullen.

Robert Thomas Stringeld

(February 11, 1953 - November 25, 2024) Robert was born in Port Sulphur, La., the son of Dalcho W. Stringeld and Marie Rose Elston. He was raised in Buras, later graduating from Buras High School in 1971. Robert then went on to attend Northwestern State University, in Natchitoches, La.