Obituaries

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

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Thomas Joseph Morel

Thomas Joseph Morel

May 19, 2014

Thomas Joseph Morel, age 91, a resident of New Orleans, entered into eternal rest on Monday, May 19, 2014. Beloved husband of Sylvia Cotaya Morel for 21 years by 2nd marriage and the late Dorothy Robert Morel for 50 years by 1st marriage. Father of Thomas J. Morel, Jr. (Frances), Gaye Morel Lehr (Gary), Marilyn Morel Rodriguez (Davis), David Robert...

Tammy Lynn Gaskill

Tammy Lynn Gaskill

May 18, 2014

We have a new angel in Heaven! Tammy Lynn Gaskill passed away on May 18, 2014 at the age of 52 years and a native of Empire, LA. Loving and caring friend of "Tiny" Hess. Daughter of the late Curtis and Emelda Frelich Gaskill. Also survived by other relatives and friends. The family would like to extend their gratitude to...

Mary Borne Adams

Mary Borne Adams

May 17, 2014

Mary Borne Adams, a native of Gueydan, LA and a resident of Belle Chasse, LA for 40 years, died Saturday, May 17, 2014 at the age of 84. Beloved wife of the late Roger Borne, Sr. Loving mother of David Pitre, Lynn Pitre, Juanita Teal, Linda Camus, the late Janice Bonvillian and Roger Borne, Jr. Also survived by a host...

Louis Luke Robert

Louis Luke Robert

May 17, 2014

Louis L. Robert, age 76 entered into eternal rest on Saturday, May 17, 2014 surrounded by his loving family. Beloved husband of 56 years to Babette Friloux Robert. Loving father of Devy Hempel (Tom), Tana Romagosa (Matt), Ched Robert (Rachel), Tina Ellis (Randy) and the late Gwen Robert. Wonderful grandfather of Randy Muller (Karen), Kristen Hempel (Chase Caillet), Tommy Hempel,...

John "Johnny" Borras, Sr.

John "Johnny" Borras, Sr.

May 17, 2014

John “Johnny” Borras, Sr. passed away peacefully in his sleep on Saturday, May 17, 2014. He was born September 23, 1936. Son of the late Cora Cooper Borras Roubion and the late Clarence Borras. Step-son of the late Ludwick Roubion. Husband of Earline Aucoin Borras for almost 60 years. Father of John “Skippy” (Dina), Clayton (Ravonda), Lisa and the late...

William Larry Ziegel

William Larry Ziegel

May 16, 2014

William Larry Ziegel at age 60 entered into eternal rest to be with Christ our Lord on Friday, May 16, 2014. He was the beloved husband of 42 years to his wife, Judy M Ziegel. He was the father of Larry Ziegel (Kelly) and Jason Ziegel. He was the proud grandfather of 5 grandchildren Bailey Ziegel, Lauren Ziegel, Madalyn Ziegel,...

Darron Anthony Herndon

Darron Anthony Herndon

May 15, 2014

Darron Anthony Herndon, born to Christina Moses and David Proctor, on November 4, 1997 in New Orleans, LA. He departed this life on May 15, 2014. He enjoyed playing football for Albert Cammon Middle School as well as video games. He leaves to cherish his loving memories, his mother, Christina (Kelvin) Moses of Angie, LA; his father, David Proctor of...

Richard Lee Ridings, Sr.

Richard Lee Ridings, Sr.

May 15, 2014

Richard Lee Ridings Sr. passed away on May 15,2014 at the age of 74 due to natural causes. He is the husband of Betty B. Ridings. Father of the late Anna Gebhardt, Richard Ridings Jr.,and James Ridings(Nikki).Step Father of Christine Rivers(Timothy), George Gonzales(Jolyn),and Melissa Forrest. He was the Grandfather of 16 grandchildren and 19 great grandchildren. He's the Brother of...

Vincent "Emery" Cox, Jr.

Vincent "Emery" Cox, Jr.

May 15, 2014

Vincent “Emery” Cox, Jr., of Gretna, LA, passed away at Ochsner on Thursday, May 15, 2014 at the age of 79 years old. He is survived by his wife of 56 years, Sylvia Gauthreaux Cox; children Vincent Emery Cox, III and wife Shari, Darren Paul Cox, and Rudy James Cox and wife Blake; grandchildren Troy Vincent Cox and wife Tori,...

Jerry Joseph Ockman Sr.

Jerry Joseph Ockman Sr.

May 14, 2014

Jerry Joseph Ockman, Sr., a native of Algiers, LA died peacefully in his sleep on Wednesday, May 14, 2014. He was the beloved father of Jerry “Jay” Ockman, Jr, wife Leslie, and Tracy Lynn Barletter, husband Brian. Paw Paw was adored by his grandchildren Catherine, Jacob and Brice Ockman and Benjamin, Kimberly, Joshua and Amanda Barletter. Son of the late...

Donoven Benjamin Patrick Sharp

Donoven Benjamin Patrick Sharp

May 14, 2014

Donoven Benjamin Patrick Sharp came into our lives January 12, 2009 and went to live with Jesus on Wednesday, May 14, 2014 at the age of 5. Beloved son of Laura Manning Sharp and Derek Demitri Sharp. Baby Brother of Christian and Gabriella Sharp, Jasmine, Courtney and Kijah. Grandson of Nina and John Manning, Evelyn Daniels and Harold Skipper. Nephew...

Thais Sutherland Favrot

Thais Sutherland Favrot

May 14, 2014

Thais Sutherland Favrot entered into Eternal Rest on May 14, 2014 at the age of 74 years. Wife of the late Charles Moise Favrot, Sr. Daughter of the late Frances Tullier Sutherland and Stanley Louis Sutherland, Sr. Beloved mother of Fran Landry (Rody) and Charles “Chuck” Favrot (Stephany). Grandmother of two precious grandchildren, Charles “Charlie” Favrot and Shae Michelle Favrot....

Norman Joseph Sevin

Norman Joseph Sevin

May 13, 2014

Norman Joseph Sevin, born July 12, 1931 in New Orleans, died peacefully surrounded by his loving family on Tuesday, May 13, 2014 at the age of 82. Son of the late Norman Fortune Sevin and Josephine Doucet Sevin and father of the late Glenn Sevin. He is survived by the love of his life, Marie Louise Thibodeaux Sevin. Father of...

Ronald J Petrie Sr.

Ronald J Petrie Sr.

May 13, 2014

Ronald J. Petrie, Sr., age 65 entered into eternal rest on Tuesday, May 13, 2014. Beloved husband of 32 years to Mary H. Petrie. Son of the late Jules Petrie and Sylvia Banks Gannuch. Loving and proud father of Lisa M. Petrie, Ronald J. Petrie, Jr. (Jeanine), Amy C. Petrie, Paul L. Ferrara, III (Rosie) and Jennifer F. Dominique (Shaun)....

Richard John Dufour Sr.

Richard John Dufour Sr.

May 12, 2014

Richard J. Dufour, Sr. passed away Monday May 12, 2014 at the age of 66. Beloved husband of Sandra Seminary Dufour for 48 years. Loving father of Richard J. Dufour, Jr. (wife, Stacey Saddler). Grandfather of Jarryd, Austin and Peyton. Brother of Gary (wife, Trudy), Hunley (wife, Cindy) and Henry (wife, Sue) Dufour. Also survived by a host of nieces...

Camille Michael Todaro

Camille Michael Todaro

May 10, 2014

Camille Michael Todaro, 85, passed away surrounded by his family on Saturday May 10, 2014, after a short illness. He was a resident of Belle Chasse, LA. He will be forever missed by his precious and loving wife of 66 years, Ella Grace Williams Todaro, for whom he tirelessly cared for, worshiped and protected. He was a wonderful father and...

Randolph J. "Randy" Leblanc, Jr.

Randolph J. "Randy" Leblanc, Jr.

May 8, 2014

Randolph J. “Randy” LeBlanc, Jr. age 72 entered into eternal rest on Thursday, May 8, 2014. Beloved husband of Sandra B. LeBlanc for the past 47 years. Son of the late Randolph Joseph LeBlanc, Sr. and Elvidge LeBlanc. Father of Scott LeBlanc (Wife Jolie) and Ron LeBlanc (Wife Danielle). Grandfather of Jace LeBlanc. Brother of Ella Hollingsworth (Husband Jerry). Also...

Clinton James "Choo" Richoux

Clinton James "Choo" Richoux

May 8, 2014

Clinton James “Choo” Richoux, beloved son of James and Shirley Cuny Richoux, passed away on Thursday, May 8, 2014 at the age of 35 years. He was a lifelong resident of Marrero, LA. He is survived by his sisters, Melissa Butterfield (Steven) and Cheryl Richoux. Uncle of Jacque Richard, Ashleigh and Garrett Butterfield. He will be sadly missed by his...

Clifton Michael "Mike" Green

Clifton Michael "Mike" Green

May 7, 2014

Clifton Michael “Mike” Green, age 73, entered into eternal rest on Wednesday, May 7, 2014. Beloved husband of the late Laura Dufrene Green. Son of Bertha Mae Lohman LaFontaine and the late Clifton Green. Father of Kim Graham Brown. Grandfather of Raquel Smith (Husband Todd Smith), Danielle Ditcharo and Lauren Ashley Foil. Great Grandfather of Peytan Graham, Christian Smith, Myles...

David Samuel Laporte Sr.

David Samuel Laporte Sr.

May 7, 2014

David Samuel LaPorte, Sr., owner of LaPorte Electric, Inc., passed away Wednesday, May 7, 2014 in Lafitte, LA at the age of 56. He was a native of Marrero, LA and a resident of Lafitte, LA for 16 years. Beloved husband of Mary Margaret LaPorte. Loving father of David S. LaPorte, Jr. (Lori), Anthony J. LaPorte, Sr. (Candy), Gregory J....