Local Obituaries in New Orleans, Harvey & Marrero, LA.

Jul 1, 2024

Winnie Plaisance Melford Breaux passed away peacefully on July 1, 2024 at the age of 89. Beloved wife of the late Wisner Breaux by second marriage. Mother of Daniel Melford Jr. (Debbie), Harry Melford (Pamela), Sherrie Martinez (the late Edwin), the late Jeffrey Melford (Tina), Blaine Melford, Elaine Doucet, Paula Melford, and Pamela Melford. Grandmother of Travis (Sandra), Jessica (Jason),...

Jul 1, 2024

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Jun 28, 2024

Leverda Matrana Richard, of Terrytown, Louisiana passed away on June 28, 2024 at the age of 92. She was born on January 14, 1932, in Westwego, Louisiana to the late Frank and Augustine Matrana. 

Leverda was the devoted wife of the late Lionel “Shorty” John Richard. Together, they raised seven children: Lionel Richard Jr. (Arlene), Lynette Burmaster (Lil Bit), Leonard Richard...

Jun 28, 2024

Geneva Ruth Bergeron, a beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away peacefully on June 28, 2024, at the age of 91. Born on September 2, 1932, Geneva lived a life marked by love, dedication, and kindness, touching the hearts of all who knew her.

Geneva was the devoted mother of four children: Rhoda Tingstrom, Angela Bozzelle (Bobby), Greg Bergeron (Linda), and...

Jun 27, 2024

Fred J Gautro Sr was born on September 3, 1960. His parents, the late Eulavea B. Jones and the late Martin F. Gautro, raised him alongside his siblings. Brothers, Martin F. Gautro Jr. (Helen), John C. Gautro (Melissa), Doug A. Gautro, Sr. (Dawn), Steven Clark (late), and sisters Mary Clark (late), Homa J. Lester (late Robert), Pamela A. Gautro, Mary...

Jun 27, 2024

Ivy Ann McCrossen Dowell, born in New Orleans, Louisiana on October 31, 1947, age 76 lost a courageous battle of 7 years with leukemia on Thursday, June 27, 2024. Beloved wife of David J. Dowell, Sr. for 59 years. Daughter of the late Ivan and Doris McCrossen. Mother of David J. Dowell, Jr. (Brandi), Darren P. Dowell (Kim) and Bryan...

Jun 26, 2024

Jun 26, 2024

Lewis Allen Wells passed away peacefully at home on June 26, 2024. Beloved husband of Carol Ehrhard Wells for 51 years. Father of Kelly Wells Zimmerman (Eric). Grandfather of Anne, Julia, and Caroline Zimmerman. Son of the late Willard W. Wells and Dorothy Keller Wells. Brother of Sally Wells Bowen (Grif), and the late Corliss Wells (Camille). Also survived by...

Jun 25, 2024

Jun 25, 2024

Carol Fabian Dugas, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away peacefully in her sleep, joining her loving husband and best friend of 60 years, Bertrand A. Dugas, Jr., in their heavenly home. Carol was the cherished daughter of Herman Louis Fabian and Audrey Daigle Fabian Harlan. 

She is survived by her devoted son, Bertrand A. Dugas III (Kelli), her treasured...

Jun 24, 2024

Merlin John Stelly died at home on Monday, June 24, 2024, with his loving wife of 67 years by his side. 

Son of the late Felix and Corine Stelly. Brother of Eli, Irving, Daniel, Bobby, Helen, Gloria, Joann, Harold, and Donna. Beloved husband of Mary Monson Stelly. Father of Sheila Stelly Chauvin, Michael Stelly, Pamela Stelly, and Kathleen Stelly. Father-in-law of...

Jun 24, 2024

Eugene Michael Savoie was called to heaven on June 24, 2024 at the age of 82. He died peacefully and among family who loved him. He was preceded in death by his parents, Eugene Francis Savoie, Sr. and Doris Delhommer David and his brothers, Carl James Savoie, Eugene Francis Savoie, Jr. and Kenneth Michael David. He was also preceded in...

Jun 23, 2024

The family of Jo Ann “Jo-Jo” Baye is saddened to announce her passing on Sunday, June 23, 2024, at the age of 88 years. She is survived by her daughter Charlene Baye Enos (Billy), grandchildren Jeremy Baye (Elena), Jarred Baye (Michelle), Ali Enos and Matt Enos; numerous great grandchildren and great-great grandchildren; a half-sister Janis B. Oser (Jack) and brother-in-law...

Jun 23, 2024

Jeremy James DeBlieux passed away peacefully on June 23, 2024, in Gretna, Louisiana, at the age of 67. 

Jeremy was born on January 25, 1957, in New Orleans, Louisiana. He spent most of his life in the hospitality industry, from managing nightclubs to building restaurants. Jeremy saw himself as a mentor to the those with whom he worked. He was also...

Jun 21, 2024

Stephen Rigaud Jr. entered into eternal rest on June 21, 2024 at the age of 77. Beloved husband of the late Wanda Brondum Rigaud for 49 years. Father of Diane Ballard (Mike), Melissa Victoriano, and Stephen Rigaud, III (Brandi). Grandfather of Hailey V. Jackson (Dillon), Bryce Victoriano, Brileigh Rigaud, Braelin Rigaud, Carter Rigaud, Creedon Rigaud, and Jordan Rigaud. Great-grandfather of...

Jun 21, 2024

Darryl James Martinez passed away peacefully on June 21, 2024 at the age of 77. Beloved husband of 52 years to Susan Melancon Martinez. Loving father of Aimee Bourgeois (Jerry) and Mitzi LeBlanc (Jody Aguillard). Grandfather of Beaux Bourgeois, Brennan Bourgeois Richards (Reigh), Mackenzie Bourgeois, Myah Aguillard and Brayden Aguillard. Brother of Merrill Martinez (Nora), Sharon Matherne (Harris “Nunny”), the...

Jun 20, 2024

God's Garden

God looked around his garden

And found an empty place,

He then looked down upon the earth

And saw your tired face.

He put his arms around you 

And lifted you to rest.

God's garden must be beautiful

He always takes the best.

He knew that you were suffering

He knew you were in pain.

He knew that you would never

Get well on this earth again.

He saw your path...

Jun 19, 2024

Mark Anthony Phillip passed away peacefully on June 19, 2024 surrounded by his loving family. Beloved husband of 24 years to Laura Lynn Bailey Phillip. Father of Barbara Jean Ann Phillip and Kevin Fredrick Hezeau Jr. (Sherry Massey Hezeau). Grandfather of MacKenzie Faye Hezeau, Maisyn Jewell Hezeau, and Manny Jessie Hezeau. Brother of Todd Michael Phillip Sr. (Egypte B. Phillip)....