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

Dec 20, 2024

Shelton Paul Toups, a devoted husband, father, and grandfather, passed away on December 20, 2024, at the age of 86. He was born on Octoberj 28, 1938, in New Orleans, Louisiana, where he spent his formative years and nurtured a deep love for his community.

A proud graduate of Fortier High School, class of 1957, Shelton served his country with honor...

Dec 20, 2024

Donna Plaisance Martin, a lifelong resident of Westwego, Louisiana entered into eternal rest unexpectedly surrounded by her loved ones on Friday, December 20, 2024 at the age of 72. Beloved and devoted wife of William “Billy” Martin, Sr. Daughter of Annabelle Saucier Plaisance and the late Ernest “Buck” Plaisance, Sr. Loving mother of Melissa M. Blanchard (Dean), Melanie M. Foret...

Dec 20, 2024

Frank Oliver Maness, Jr., Age 96, lived a long and full life. He was born January 19, 1928 and entered into eternal rest on Friday, December 20, 2024. He is survived by his wife of 75 years, Hazel Mae Tauzin, the love of his life. He is the father of Ann Johnson (Walt), Frank Maness, III, Jane Breaud (David) and...

Dec 19, 2024

Larry C. Walker was born on November 2, 1952 and entered into eternal rest on December 19, 2024. He was the beloved father of Ian Walker. Son of Hugh E. Walker and Annice Collums Walker. Brother of Nicollette Walker Savage. 

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Dec 19, 2024

Dec 19, 2024

It is with profound sadness that we share the passing of Paul Lee Cook, a beloved husband, father, ‘Pops’, and friend. Paul Lee, age 80, died peacefully surrounded by his loving family on Thursday, December 19, 2024 at Ochsner Medical Center. Born on February 6, 1944 in Port Sulphur, Louisiana, Paul Lee grew up the second of four sons to...

Dec 19, 2024

Dec 18, 2024

Nathan Joseph Roper entered into eternal rest on December 18, 2024. Beloved father of Rory Roper (Sarah), and the late Kristen Roper. Stepfather of Tiffany Junot and Stephanie Junot (Aaron). Grandfather of Elora Roper, Atlas Roper, and Naomie Junot. Son of the late Roger B. Roper, Sr. and Josephine Hone Roper. Brother of Linda R. Cruanes (late Jimmy), Roger “Butch”...

Dec 17, 2024

Kenneth Joseph “Ken” Pellegrin, April 13, 1947 - December 17, 2024. Beloved husband and best friend of Peggy Melanson Pellegrin for 58 wonderful and memorable years. Devoted and loving father of Dana M. Pellegrin (Christopher Wiseman) and Jace A. Pellegrin (Kyla Sholar Pellegrin), who will always cherish their life with him. Loving grandfather (“Pa Pa”) of Kali Pellegrin and Karina...

Dec 16, 2024

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, Louisiana, she was one of seven siblings to Crawford Hyde Jr., Gloria Hoffman, Libby Ainsworth, Carolyn Wilson, Debbie Smith, and Anita Dawson. She met the love of her life of 50...

Dec 16, 2024

Cheryl V. Diodene, 73, of Harvey, LA, passed away on Monday, December 16, 2024, surrounded by her family.

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. Cheryl was the daughter of the late Raymond Herbert Victoriano and Janet Terrebonne Victoriano...

Dec 16, 2024

Evelyn Clinkenbeard, a beloved matriarch and cherished member of her community, passed away on December 16, 2024, in Terrytown, Louisiana, at the age of 100. She graced this world with her presence on March 2, 1924, in San Antonio, Texas, bringing joy and wisdom to all who had the privilege of knowing her.

Evelyn was a devoted mother to her daughters,...

Dec 15, 2024

Wendell Jude Barrois Jr., born September 1978, entered into eternal rest on Sunday, December 15, 2024 at the age of 46. “Jude” as he was called by friends and family was a native of Buras, LA and lived in Buras.

He is the grandson of George and Adele Barrois of Venice, LA, Roy Rials and Betty Deason Rials of Natchitoches Parish,...

Dec 15, 2024

Robert Ross “Bob” Huffman passed away on December 15, 2024, in New Orleans, Louisiana. Bob was born February 22,1938 in Jonesboro Arkansas and will be laid to rest at the Houston National Cemetery, Houston Texas on December 27, 2024, with full Military Funeral Honors. Bob was in the US Navy for 20 years, stationed around the world at various bases,...

Dec 15, 2024

Larry Edward Bryant, D.C. entered into eternal rest on December 15, 2024. Beloved husband of Crystal Verdin Bryant for 34 years. Father of Shannon Fenwick (Mark), Lindsay Bryant, Larry E. Bryant, Jr., and Derek Bryant. Grandfather of Ashlee Fenwick, Brooklyn Paige Palmer, Dylan Tyler Alexander, Chanler Lane Reed, and Ethan Bryant. Son of the late John E. Bryant and Mary...

Dec 14, 2024

Allence “Allen” Creppel, Jr. passed away peacefully on Saturday, December 14, 2024, at the age of 68. He was born in New Orleans, Louisiana, on December 3, 1956, to Marietta and Allence Creppel Sr.

He is the husband of Wendy Kane; the father of Cammie Creppel Murray (Joseph); step-father of Michael Kane (Krysta) and Jason Kane (Meg); the grandfather of Ashlyn...

Dec 13, 2024

Asal Hana Tanus, born in Amman, Jordan on January 19, 1956, entered into eternal rest on Friday, December 13, 2024, at the age of 69. Ms. Asal lived in New Orleans, LA.

She was the daughter of the late Hanna Daoud Tanous and the late Malakeh Ibrahim Azar Daoud. The mother of Marlene Suhail Haddad. Sister of the late Daoud Hanna...

Dec 13, 2024

Dec 12, 2024

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Dec 11, 2024

Lou Grace Michel Cantrelle, age 81, entered into eternal rest on December 11, 2024. Grace was born on March 16, 1943. She was a native of Harvey, LA, and a resident of Marrero, LA for the past 32 years. She graduated from West Jefferson High School in 1961, where she was a member of the flag team. For the next...