Obituary Notices for May 16, 2008
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Brown Sr., Seymour
MJR Friendly Service Funeral Home Inc., 7803 Florida Blvd., Denham Springs, at 11 a.m.
Brown, Windom Homer “Brown”
Mormon service at Ourso Funeral Home, Gonzales, at 11 a.m.
Chapman, Richard Clay
St. Anthony’s Catholic Church, Eunice, at 2 p.m.
Dean, Patsy Wood
Brandon G. Thompson Funeral Home, Hammond, at 10 a.m.
Decoteau, Evelyn Landry
St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church, Gonzales, at 11 a.m.
Edwards III, Willie Butch
Greater Mount Rose Baptist Church, 1318 Simon Bolivar Ave., New Orleans, at 10 a.m.
Fields, Wesley
Greater King David Baptist Church, 222 Blount Road, at 11 a.m.
Frazier, Shirley Elzie
Charlet Funeral Home Inc., Zachary, at 8 p.m.
Grimmer, Martha Eustatia Scarborough
Memorial service at St. Paul’s Holy Trinity Episcopal Church, New Roads, at noon.
Polan, Cecelia V.
Memorial Mass at Our Lady of Mount Carmel Catholic Church, St. Francisville, at 10 a.m.
Richard, Shirley Ann James
St. Theresa of Avila Catholic Church, Gonzales, at 10 a.m.
Schendel, Margaret Ruth Wise
Memorial service at Episcopal Cathedral of St. Philip, Mikell Chapel, 2744 Peachtree Road, Atlanta, at 2 p.m.
Shannon Jr., Joseph
Shiloh Baptist Church at noon.
Sharp, Jacqueline E. “Jackie”
Resthaven Funeral Home, 11817 Jefferson Highway, at 11 a.m.
Sharp, Tracy Duffy
Bethel Baptist Church, Livingston, at 11 a.m.
Willi, Hilda Champagne
Memorial service at Thompson’s Harveson and Cole Funeral Home, Fort Worth, Texas, at 11 a.m.
Wilks, Joe Allen
Greenoaks Funeral Home, 9595 Florida Blvd., at 10 a.m.
Kibodeaux, Russell
EUNICE — Services for Russell Kibodeaux, 81, will be at 10 a.m. Saturday at St. Thomas More Catholic Church. Burial will follow in Calvary Cemetery under direction of Quirk & Son Funeral Home. Visitation will be at the funeral home from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. today and from 8 a.m. Saturday until the services. He died Wednesday at Oak Lane Nursing Home.
Bourg, Thomas Eugene
A resident and native of Houma, he died at 8:50 p.m. Wednesday, May 14, 2008, at Terrebonne General Medical Center, Houma. He was 60. Visiting at Chauvin Funeral Home, 5899 La. 311, Houma, on Saturday, May 17, from 11 a.m. until Mass of Christian Burial at 12:30 p.m. at St. Gregory Barbarigo Catholic Church. Interment in St. Francis de Sales No. 1 Cemetery, Houma. Survived by his son, Matthew Bourg, Baton Rouge. Preceded in death by his parents, Robert Francis Bourg Sr. and Wilma Rhodes Bourg; and brothers, Robert Francis Bourg Jr. and Philip John Bourg. He was a retired teacher at Ellender High School in Terrebonne Parish.
Brown Sr., Alton
It is with great sadness that the family of Alton Brown Sr. announces his death, which occurred Thursday, May 8, 2008. He died peacefully while surrounded by family at the Baton Rouge General Medical Center. He was 86. Memorial service at 11 a.m. Saturday, May 17, at the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses, 4848 Hollywood St. Mr. Brown leaves to cherish his memory nine children, Doris Brown Ausbon and husband Edward, Sunshine, Rosemary Washington Presley and husband Curtis, Alton Brown Jr. and wife Ernestine, Margaret Ruth Brown Shaw and husband Joseph, Ronald Brown, Johnny Brown, Dorothy Brown Selders and husband Ronald, Cathy Kaufman and husband Joseph, and Yvette Lemon, all of Baton Rouge; 23 grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren; and two brothers, Wilbert and William Brown, both of Baton Rouge. The family would like to thank Dr. Pamela Hollins for her care and support of their loved one as well as Grace and Glory Adult Day Care Healthcenter for their daily care.
Broyard, Brock Emery (infant)
A resident of Walker, he died Monday, May 12, 2008, at his home. He was 1 and a native of Baton Rouge. Visitation at Seale Funeral Home, Denham Springs, on Saturday, May 17, from 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Service at Trinity Lutheran Church in Baton Rouge on Saturday at 2 p.m., conducted by Scott Schmieding, pastor. Burial in Evergreen Memorial Park, Denham Springs. He is survived by his parents, Eric III and Ashley Kippers Broyard; paternal grandparents, Cynthia and Eric Broyard Jr.; maternal grandparents, Joseph Jr. and Susan Kippers; great-grandparents, Jefferson Sr. and Joan Lee, Gail and Dave Penney, Sal and Jeanie Cusimano, James Cancienne, Joseph Kippers Sr.; aunt and godmother, Stephany Kippers; uncle and godfather, Neil Broyard; aunt, Bailee Broyard; and many other aunts, uncles, great-aunts, great-uncles, cousins, family members and friends. He was preceded in death by his great-grandfather, Eric Broyard Sr.; and great-grandmother, Evalyn Cancienne. Pallbearers will be Neil Broyard and Giovanni Livaccari. Memorial donations may be made to the Brock Broyard Memorial Fund at any Capital One Bank.
Butler, James Louis “Jimmy” “J.B.”
A retired General Motors supervisor and resident of Baton Rouge, he died Saturday, May 10, 2008, at Tulane University Hospital. He was 61, born in New Orleans on March 11, 1947. Visiting at Hall’s Celebration Center, 9348 Scenic Highway, on Friday, May 16, from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. Visiting at St. Peter United Methodist Church, Maringouin, on Saturday from 9 a.m. until religious service at 11 a.m., conducted by the Rev. Emmitt Collins. Interment in Rising Star Baptist Church Cemetery, Maringouin. Survived by his wife, Amanda Bengeul Butler; mother, Beatrice Butler; three stepdaughters, four stepsons, six sisters, five sisters-in-law, six brothers-in-law, and 14 stepgrandchildren. Preceded in death by his father, Archie Butler; maternal grandparents, Henry and Charity Hill; paternal grandparents, Elisa and Harriet Butler; and niece, LaShonda Butler. Arrangements by Hall Davis & Son Funeral Service.
Byrd, Janice Simmons
Janice Simmons Byrd, a resident of Baton Rouge, passed away on Wednesday, May 14, 2008, at St. Clare Manor Nursing Home. She was born May 28, 1928, and was a former resident of Bogalusa. She is survived by a son, Richard Byrd and wife June, of Baton Rouge; sister, Evelyn White, of Folsom; brother, Howard Simmons, of Covington; sister-in-law, Glenda Thorne and husband Whit, of New Orleans; and grandson, Colin Byrd, of Baton Rouge. Preceded in death by her husband, Aubrey C. Byrd. Visitation at Poole-Ritchie Funeral Home, Bogalusa, on Friday, May 16, from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Visitation will continue at the funeral home chapel on Saturday from 9 a.m. until funeral service at 11 a.m., with the Rev. Bob Adams officiating. Interment in Hillview Memorial Gardens. Flowers will be accepted or donations may be made to Alzheimer’s Services of the Capitol Area, 3772 North Blvd., Suite B, Baton Rouge, LA 70806. To view and sign the register book go to: http://www.pooleritchie funeralhome.com.
Carter, Leanora Monique “Nora”
A self-employed beautician and a resident of Baton Rouge, she died Sunday, May 11, 2008, in an automobile accident in Morganza. She was 18 and a native of Escondido, Calif. Visiting at A. Wesley Funeral Home, 10810 Ventress Drive, Maringouin, on Friday, May 16, from 1 p.m. to 6 p.m. Religious service at the funeral home on Saturday at 11 a.m. Interment in Antioch Baptist Church Cemetery, Maringouin. Survived by her parents, Lorraine Carter Albert and Wesley Albert Jr.; sister, LaQuandra Carter; two brothers, Paul Edwards Jr. and George Lee III; grandmother, Agnes Albert; aunts and uncles; nephew, Kalib Brown; and other relatives and friends, including Danna and Charlita Augustus.
Chatman, Tyrone Bernard “Tic”
A truck driver and a resident of Donaldsonville, he died at 5:30 a.m. Saturday, May 10, 2008, at Our Lady of the Lake Regional Medical Center. He was 59, a U.S. Air Force veteran and a native of Modeste. Visiting at Demby & Son Funeral Home, Donaldsonville, on Friday, May 16, from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Visiting at Christian Assembly Church, Gonzales, on Saturday from 9 a.m. until religious service at 11 a.m., conducted by the Rev. Richard Rayborn Sr., pastor. Interment in the church cemetery. He is survived by his wife, Carrie Clay Chatman; father, Louis Burns, New Orleans; three daughters, Inetha Green, Baton Rouge, Anita Green, Gonzales, and Latoya Green, Klotzville; three sons, Craig Haynes, Gonzales, Vincent T. Chatman, Norfolk, Va., and a son who lives in New Orleans; five stepchildren; five sisters and two brothers-in-law, Sybil and Richard Miles, Gonzales, Leana and Sandor Desira, Donaldsonville, and Marie Stokes, Dorothy Mae LaCour and Katie Mae Burns, all of New Orleans; five brothers and three sisters-in-law, Isaac and Sondia Chatman and Hubert and Beverly Chatman, all of Gonzales, Michael Chatman, Donaldsonville, Irwin and Eugenia Chatman, Belle Rose, and Joseph Louis Burns, New Orleans; two aunts, Felice C. Kirby and Felice R. Chatman, both of Donaldsonville; and seven grandchildren. Preceded in death by his mother, Dorothy Chatman; maternal and paternal grandparents and several aunts and uncles.
Cooley, Woodrow
A retired truck driver and a resident of Zachary, he died Friday, May 9, 2008, at Our Lady of the Lake Regional Medical Center. He was 86 and a native of New Orleans. Visiting at Greater Philadelphia Baptist Church, Zachary, on Saturday, May 17, from noon until religious service at 1 p.m., conducted by the Rev. Pete Varnado. Interment in the church cemetery. Survived by his wife, Essie Cooley; two daughters, Tanya Martin and Joyce Kelly; three sons, Alfred, Robert and Woodrow Jr.; sister, Georgia Williams; brother, D.K. Cooley; 19 grandchildren and 20 great-grandchildren. Preceded in death by parents, Dollie and Alfred Cooley; sisters, Betty McDougle and Tommie Pittman; and brothers, Wilson, Curlee and Rufus Cooley.
Culotta, Gladys Celestin
Gladys Celestin Culotta passed away peacefully at her home in Baker with her family at her side on Sunday, May 11, 2008. She was 76, born Feb. 26, 1932, in Ascension Parish. Retired as a regional floral manager of National Supermarkets, she loved flowers and was a talented floral designer. Visiting at St. Isidore Catholic Church, 5657 Thomas Road, Baton Rouge, on Saturday, May 17, from noon until memorial Mass at 1 p.m. Family and friends are invited to gather at the home of Cathy and David Doran following the Mass. Interment of her ashes at Knox Cemetery will be later in the evening. She is survived by two daughters, Charlotte Ann Celestin and Cathy Celestin Doran; two sons, Charles Michael Celestin and Clint Celestin; five brothers, Lafayette Warren Cook, John Melvin Cook, Richard Arlin Cook, Donald Ray Cook and Roy Gene Cook; five grandchildren, Michael Higgins, Shellene Moseley, Megan Celestin, Nicole Celestin and Chase Celestin; and many other family and friends, including son-in-law, David Doran; and daughters-in-law, Debbie Celestin, Pat Murphy and Blanca Celestin. She shared two pets, Missy and Buddy, with her son, Mike, and daughter-in-law, Debbie. Preceded in death by her parents, Lafayette Warren Cook and Edna Bennett Cook; her first husband, the father of her children, Charles Fergus Celestin; a grandson, Eric Brandon Higgins; and her second husband, A.J. Culotta. The family would like to express their deep appreciation for the many years of care and kindness given to her by the staff of the Baton Rouge General Medical Center and Ochsner Medical Clinic and Hospital as well as to STAT Home Health and St. Joseph’s Hospice.
Dake, Levina Pulliam “Vina”
Mother to many, mother of none. She was Aunt Vina to her many nieces, nephews and friends. Born Aug. 17, 1917, she died Tuesday, May 13, 2008, at Flannery Oaks Guest House. She was the oldest of eight children of the late John N. and Lizzie Jenkins Pulliam. She helped mold the younger children into caring and responsible adults. She was an active member of Zoar Baptist Church, working with the Sunday school class as long as she was physically able. She graduated as valedictorian from Baton Rouge High School in 1936. She was a member of Zoar Baptist Church for more than 30 years. She was head cashier for one of the largest wholesale food stores at that time. During World War II, she began working for a doctor at his private practice and went to school and became a licensed practical nurse and continued to work for doctors for the rest of her working life. At age 40, she married Claude Dake and enjoyed 18 years as a housewife before his death in 1976. She is survived by three sisters, Irma Watts, Yvonne Slaton and husband James and Johnnie Sullivan and husband Frank; brother, Reggie Pulliam and wife Jo Ann; and numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband, Claude Dake; brothers, Seaborn and Huey Pulliam; and sister, Audrey Browning. Pallbearers will be her nephews. The family would like to give special thanks to the staff of Flannery Oaks Guest House for their care for the past 10 years and her sitters, Irene and Ora. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the charity of the donor’s choice. Visitation at Greenoaks Funeral Home on Friday, May 16, from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Visitation on Saturday, May 17, from 9 a.m. until religious service at 10 a.m. in the chapel. Interment in Greenoaks Memorial Park.
Decoteau, Evelyn Landry
A homemaker and a native of Dutchtown, she died Wednesday, May 14, 2008, at her home in Geismar. She was 84. Visitation at St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church, Gonzales, on Friday, May 16, from 9:30 a.m. until Mass of Christian Burial at 11 a.m., with the Rev. Cary Bani, celebrant. Interment in Prairieville Community Cemetery. She is survived by a son, James Dale Decoteau, Dutchtown; a daughter and son-in-law, Delores “Dee-Dee” and Verney Becnel Jr., Dutchtown; two sisters, Odiel Bourgeois, St. Amant, and Virgie Delaune, Dutchtown; and a brother, Herbert Landry, Dutchtown. Preceded in death by her husband, Herman P. Decoteau; parents, Demas D. and Louise Hill Landry; brother, Francis Landry; and sister, Isabelle Landry Braud. Pallbearers will be Carroll Bourgeois, Matthew Decoteau, Purvis Lessard, Gerald “Whitey” Braud, Myles Mier and George Valentine Jr. Honorary pallbearer is Herbert Landry. She was a member of St. John the Evangelist Ladies Altar Society and the Dutchtown Quilters. The family would like to give special thanks to Southern Care Hospice, Dr. Aguillard and his staff who helped the family cope during this difficult time, and a very special thanks to Ms. Linda Gunby.
Doughty, Olive Ann
Olive passed away at Ollie Steele Burden Manor at 8:30 a.m. Wednesday, May 14, 2008. She was 75, born on Aug. 31, 1932, in Tullos. She graduated from Northeast Louisiana State College in June 1953, and immediately reported for work for the U.S. Navy, serving as one of the pioneers in computers. She began work on UNIVAC I at David Taylor Model Basin in Washington, D.C., and progressively on other advanced computers. She also was a pioneer in telecommunications real-time processing computers. She was the first in many areas. She was first in her high school graduating class at Rayville High and first in her college graduating class at Northeast Louisiana State College. During her work career, she was the first woman General Services Administration regional administrator. She received many awards during her career, including outstanding performance awards, meritorious services awards, commendable services awards, Career Woman of The Year and equal employment opportunity award. While GSA administrator of Region 7, which included Louisiana, Texas, Arkansas, New Mexico and Oklahoma, she initiated the request for the new Russell B. Long Federal Building in Baton Rouge, donated excess property to BREC on Sharp Road, renovated the Custom House in New Orleans along with all her duties in managing a $200 million annual budget. She retired from the government after serving 35 years and came back to Baton Rouge. She was an avid bridge player and was fortunate in selecting Broadmoor United Methodist as her church. She was a member of the “New Spirit” Sunday School class and served as the first president. Special thanks to minister Ken Carroll for his guidance, to the Sunday School members and Jeanette Goodson. Olive was preceded in death by her parents, Margaret Eunice and Alvin Oliver Doughty Sr.; and sister, Esther Brimer Brown. Survived by a sister, Mary Jane Doughty Daniel and her husband, Richard Carlton Daniel Sr.; and a brother, Alvin Oliver Doughty Jr. and wife Marie Wilbert Doughty. Visitation at Rabenhorst Funeral Home East, 11000 Florida Blvd., on Saturday, May 17, from 10 a.m. until service at 11 a.m. Interment in Greenoaks Memorial Park. Special thanks to the employees of Ollie Steele Burden Manor and St. Joseph Hospice, especially Jan Buckner, R.N.
Drennen, John William “Bill”
A retired business owner of Lumber/Building Supplies, he died at 7:20 a.m. Tuesday, May 6, 2008, in Auburn, N.Y. He was 88 and a resident and native of Auburn. He was a U.S. Army veteran of World War II, having served in the European Theater from 1942 to 1945. Visiting at Langham Funeral Home, Auburn, was on May 9, and funeral service at First Presbyterian Church of Auburn was on May 10, conducted by the Rev. Janet Newman. Survived by his wife of 65 years, Edith; daughter, Sarah Taylor, Skaneateles, N.Y.; four sons, John, Charleston, S.C., Mark, St. Francisville, Peter, Phoenix, and Tom, Canandaigua, N.Y.; brother, Alan, Auburn; 18 grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren. Preceded in death by his parents, Joseph and Elizabeth Drennen; and three sisters, Josephine, Dora and Ruth. He was a graduate of Auburn Business School, president of Auburn Rotary Club and member of Auburn and Cayuga County bank boards. He was a volunteer driver for disabled individuals who were more than 60 years old and unable to get transportation. Those wishing may make contributions to Scat Van, 17 Nelson St., Auburn, NY 13021.
Easterly Jr., Alton S.
A resident of Watson, he died at 1:40 p.m. Thursday, May 15, 2008, at his home. He was 81. Arrangements are pending with Seale Funeral Home, Denham Springs.
Easterly, Vivian Natalia “Nat”
Natalia went to be with her Lord on Easter Sunday, March 23, 2008. The memorial service will be at Sharon Baptist Church, 9433 Section Road, west of Port Allen, on Saturday, May 17, at 4 p.m. with visitation from 3 p.m. until service time. Natalia enjoyed meeting people and valued friends and family. Preceded in death by her parents, the Rev. Arno Easterly Sr. and Alice Denham Easterly. Survived by her children, Darla Cazes, Jim Cazes, of New Roads, and Jason Cazes, of Seattle. Other survivors include a sister, Alice Easterly Roberts and husband Ed, of Butte, Mont.; and brothers, Arno Easterly Jr. and wife Clara, of Bossier City, and Glenn Easterly and wife Wanette, of San Antonio; and sisters-in-law, Pat Thomas and Bobbie Joyce Bauer, both of Baton Rouge. “Nat” was a graduate of Central High, Class of 1958, and previously attended St. Augustine’s Episcopal Church in Central. Memorials can be made to Gideon’s Bible International.
Edwards III, Willie Butch
A resident of Baker, he died Tuesday, May 6, 2008, at Lane Regional Medical Center, Zachary. He was 49. Funeral service at Greater Mount Rose Baptist Church, 1318 Simon Bolivar Ave., New Orleans, on Friday, May 16, at 10 a.m. Graveside service at Concordia Cemetery, Ferriday, on Saturday at 11 a.m. Arrangements by Estelle J. Wilson Funeral Home Inc., 2715 Danneel St., New Orleans, LA 70113.
Fetterolf, Laverna Jane
Retired from Social Security services in Baton Rouge, she passed away Wednesday, May 14, 2008, at her home in Baton Rouge. She was 77, born in Portales, N.M., and grew up in Sayre, Okla. Visitation at Greenoaks Funeral Home, 9595 Florida Blvd., on Friday, May 16, from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Visiting resumes on Saturday from 10 a.m. until religious service at noon in the chapel, conducted by the Rev. Dale Philips, of Comite Baptist Church. Interment in Greenoaks Memorial Park. Survived by three sons, the Rev. Larry Fetterolf and wife Beverly, Jarreau, Rodney Fetterolf and wife Annie and Randy Fetterolf, all of Baton Rouge; five grandchildren, Melissa, Melanie, Casey, Madison and Savannah; four stepgrandchildren, Tammy, Dina, Ronnie and Lee; three great-grandchildren, Drevin, Kora and Jayce; three stepgreat-grandchildren, Ethan, Mackenzie and Donna; and sister-in-law, Wanda Jones, of Hobbs, N.M. Preceded in death by her husband, Edward Fetterolf; parents, Alonzo and Gertrude Jones; and three brothers, Paul, J.L. and Lonnie Jones. Pallbearers will be Lee Jones, Leo LeJeune, Ronnie Austin and Joe Estay. Honorary pallbearers are Casey Fetterolf and Ethan Cook.
Finley, Ilah Grace Hogg
Ilah Grace Hogg Finley, 88, passed away at Northshore Regional Medical Center in Slidell on Wednesday, May 14, 2008. Beloved wife for 67 years of the late Joseph Jerome Finley, recently deceased, mother of Jane F. Shank, of Baton Rouge, and Ila F. Dieterich, of Slidell, and mother-in-law of Glenn H. Dieterich Jr. Also survived by six grandchildren and a great-grandchild. Preceded in death by her parents, Thomas Watson Hogg and Mary Bass Hogg; sister, Tommie Ruth Hogg Griffith; and brother, Donald Hogg. A native of Columbia, Miss., she graduated from Columbia High School as valedictorian and attended business college in Jackson, Miss. Mrs. Finley was a resident of New Orleans for 35 years and Diamondhead, Miss., for 24 years and resided in Slidell the last six years. Originally a Baptist, Mrs. Finley joined the Presbyterian Church and with her husband was a member of Presbyterian churches in Little Rock, Ark., Paragould, Ark., New Orleans and Diamondhead. A gifted seamstress, she sewed robes for the first minister and charter choir of Oak Park Presbyterian Church in New Orleans, where she was director of youth activities for 12 years. A talented horticulturist, Mrs. Finley served as president of Terrace Garden Club in New Orleans for four years, president for four years of the New Orleans area garden club presidents organization, the New Orleans Flora and Design Study Garden Club and president of the Diamondhead Garden Club for three years. She also held membership in the New Orleans Metropolitan Women’s Club, where she served as art chairman for several years. Mrs. Finley was recognized in local and statewide exhibitions with a multitude of blue ribbons for her art, children’s clothing design and floral arranging and design. She was a popular guest speaker and lecturer to garden clubs across southeast Louisiana and the Mississippi Gulf Coast on topics ranging from bonsai, wildflower stationery design and the brewing of fresh herbal teas and homemade berry cordials. With her husband, Mrs. Finley enjoyed fishing and was a member of the Diamondhead Boaters Association. Well-known for her cooking skill, her original recipes were published in several cookbooks. She was also a talented bridge player and was a member of the Krewe of Kamehameha and the Diamondhead Krewe of Mardi Gras. Friends and family are invited to the memorial service conducted at Diamondhead Community Church on Saturday, May 17, at 11 a.m. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to Volunteers of America of Greater Baton Rouge, 3949 North Blvd., Baton Rouge, LA 70806, Youth Service Bureau of St. Tammany, 430 N. New Hampshire, Covington, LA 70433 or to Diamondhead Community Church, 5301 Diamondhead Circle, Diamondhead, MS 39525. Arrangements by Edmond Fahey Funeral Home, Bay St. Louis, Miss.
Frazier, Shirley Elzie
Shirley Elzie Frazier, 77, died Wednesday, May 14, 2008, at his home at The Bluffs in St. Francisville. He was a native of Electra, Texas, and a retired field service engineer with Albany International. Visiting at Charlet Funeral Home Inc., Zachary, on Friday, May 16, from 5 p.m. until service at 8 p.m. Graveside service at Southpark Cemetery in Pearland, Texas, on Saturday, May 17, at 2 p.m. Survived by his wife of 58 years, Mary Frazier, of The Bluffs; three daughters, Kerry F. Zimmermann and husband Marc, Prairieville, Kim F. Kennedy and husband Terryl, Norwood, and Kellye F. Cornette and husband Kevin, St. Francisville; brother, Earlyn Frazier and wife Betty, Pasadena, Texas; grandchildren, Gwen Rutkowski, Richard and Vicky Rutkowski, Heather Kopfler Nettles, Allison and Brandon Peters, John Frazier Kopfler, Mary K. Brumfield, Josh and Christy Kennedy, Adam Cornette, Caleb Kennedy and Jeannette and Bobby Spitler; and great-grandchildren, Justin and Tucker Ryan, Madison Reily Phillips, Allie and Ella Peters, Corey Kennedy and Carlie Brumfield, Claudia and Ava Rutkowski, Averyanna Kennedy, Brayden Cornette, Hank and Chris Nettles and Alex Spitler. Preceded in death by his parents, Raymond and Lois Frazier; son, Curtis Scott “Scotty” Frazier, and brother, Doyle “Scooter” Frazier. Pallbearers will be Adam Cornette, Richard Rutkowski, John Frazier Kopfler, Josh Kennedy, Caleb Kennedy and Justin Ryan. In his younger years, he coached Little League baseball and refereed local basketball games. He was an avid golfer and enjoyed playing the guitar and spending time with his family. He was a St. Francisville town alderman and an active member of the Jackson Church of Christ. Memorial donations may be made in his memory to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105 or Hospice of Baton Rouge, 9063 Siegen Lane, Suite A, Baton Rouge, LA 70810 or to the charity of your choice. Share sympathies, condolences and memories online at http://www. CharletFuneralHome.com.
Gentris, Ollie Bell Johnson “Peaches”
A resident and native of Greensburg, she departed this life Saturday, May 10, 2008, at St. Helena Parish Hospital. Greensburg. She was 60. Visiting at MJR Friendly Service Funeral Home Inc., 87 Paddio Johnson Lane, Greensburg, on Friday, May 16, from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. Religious service at Mount Everett AME Church, La. 37, Greensburg, on Saturday at 10 a.m., conducted by the Rev. Joe Chaney. Interment in church cemetery.
Givins, George
A resident and native of Baton Rouge, he died Monday, May 12, 2008, at Our Lady of the Lake Regional Medical Center. He was 69. Visiting at Promised Land Baptist Church on Saturday, May 17, from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. Religious service at the church at 11:30 a.m. Interment in Public Cemetery, Zachary. Survived by his sisters, Odeal Graham, Ceola Dundy, Lelo Graham and Creola Givins; and a brother, Robert Givins. Preceded in death by his mother, Minerva Givins; father, Robert Givins; a brother, the Rev. Louis Givins; and two sisters, Earline Harris and Classic Givins. Arrangements by Carney-Mackey Funeral Home, 1576 Robin St.
Guidroz, Rita Jarreau
A retired cafeteria worker for Catholic High School of Pointe Coupee, she died Thursday, May 15, 2008, at Pointe Coupee Healthcare Nursing Home, New Roads. She fought a long, hard battle with asthma and COPD. She was 78, a native of Frisco and a resident of New Roads. Survived by three children, Gerald Guidroz and wife Karen, Maringouin, Carolyn Pourciau and husband Floyd, Lakeland, and Debra Jarreau and husband Emmett “Bo,” New Roads; a twin sister, Lorita Soileau, Baton Rouge; five grandchildren, Timothy Pourciau, Woodbury, Minn., Brandy Gueho, Fordoche, Guy Dickinson, Lakeland, Mindy Holt, Delray Beach, Fla., and Sean Guidroz, Livonia; four great-grandchildren, Cade and Landon Dickinson and Trent and Ryan Guidroz, all of Livonia; and a very special neighbor who was like a son to her, Donald “Little Moon” Langlois, New Roads. She was preceded in death by her husband, Russell Guidroz; her parents, Gerald and Aurella Jarreau, who were of Frisco; two brothers, Joseph and Chester Jarreau; a sister, Lillian Pourciau; a granddaughter, Hope Guidroz; and a son-in-law, John Wayne Dickinson. Pallbearers will be her grandsons, Tim Pourciau, Guy Dickinson, Sean Guidroz, Thomas “Sugar Pie” LeBlanc, Joseph Williams and Howard “Boo” Pourciau. Honorary pallbearers are Harry Guidroz, Donald Pourciau, Joseph “Poochie” Jarreau, Joe and John Jarreau, Donald “Lil Moon” Langlois, Ryan Guidroz, Trent Guidroz, Cade and Landon Dickinson. Visiting at Niland’s Funeral Home in New Roads on Saturday, May 17, from 8:30 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. Religious service at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in New Roads on Saturday at 1 p.m. Entombment to follow in False River Memorial Park Mausoleum in New Roads. In lieu of flowers, make donations to Pointe Coupee Hospice, 350 Hospital Road, New Roads, LA 70760.
Jones, Myrtle Williams
A retired Avon saleswoman and a resident of Baton Rouge, she died at 6:20 p.m. Thursday, May 8, 2008, at Baton Rouge General Medical Center. She was 77 and a native of Walls. Visiting at Hall’s Celebration Center, 9348 Scenic Highway, on Friday, May 16, from 1 p.m. to 9 p.m., with family visitation beginning at 6 p.m. Visiting at True Light Baptist Church, 3836 North St., pastored by the Rev. Dennis Hebert, on Saturday, May 17, from 9 a.m. until religious service at 11 a.m., conducted by the Rev. Mary W. Moss. Interment in St. Peter Baptist Church Cemetery, Erwinville. Survived by her husband, Earnest Jones; seven sisters, Dorothy McCue, Mary Swayze, Margaret Richardson, Olevia Griffin, Delores Williams, Charlene and husband Merrel Porche and Donna Lee Boland; four brothers and sisters-in-law, Leroy and Betty Williams, Leo and Diane Williams, Bobby and Gilda Williams and Isadore and Annette Williams; sisters-in-law, Ora Lee Williams, Gertrude Williams, Thelma J. Jones, Carolyn Jones, Olivia and husband George Carter, Florida and husband Eugene Collins and Thelma Jones; and brother-in-law, Cenas and wife Jacqueline Jones. Preceded in death by her parents, Sidney and Gertrude English Williams; two brothers, Eugene and Sidney Williams Jr.; and sister, Cleopatra W. Glynn.
Jordan, Linda Ponson
A resident of Baton Rouge and a native of White Castle, she died at 10:10 p.m. Tuesday, May 13, 2008, of systemic lupus at Promise Specialty Hospital. She was 59. Visiting at St. John Baptist Church, Dorseyville, on Saturday, May 17, from 9 a.m. until religious service at 11 a.m. Interment in the church cemetery. Survived by two daughters, Tammara R. and Khyra T. Jordan; three sisters, Carolyn P. Dandridge, Mazie P. Ayo and Thelma M. Ponson; a sister-in-law, Ethel Ponson; two brothers, Percy Jr. and Joseph Ponson; two brothers-in-law, James Ayo Jr. and James Dandridge; and grandchild, Kaleigh Payne. Preceded in death by her father, Percy Ponson Sr.; mother, Rachel R. Ponson; and sister, Wilma P. Williams. Pallbearers will be Joseph D. Ponson, Eric Ponson, Tori Ponson, Bruce Green, Jarvis Antwine, Kevin Greenup and Bertrand Russ Jr. Honorary pallbearers are Jameste Dandridge, Tony Ponson, James Dandridge, Charles Haynes, Troy Fleming, Joseph Ponson, Percy Ponson Jr., Capt. Robert Payne and James Ayo Jr. She was a graduate of Southern University and LSU. Arrangements by Roscoe Mortuary, Plaquemine.
Keen, Lonnie Edgar
Mr. Lonnie Edgar Keen, of Hammond, died Wednesday, May 14, 2008, at North Oaks Medical Center, Hammond. He was 84, born on Friday, Feb. 29, 1924, in Norfield, Miss., the son of the late Tate Clyde Keen and Mary Claire Lilly Keen. Deacon Keen was a former member of Masonic Lodge 175, Amite City, and Deacon Emeritus of Woodland Park Baptist Church, Hammond. He was a retired technician for BellSouth. Surviving are his wife of 16 years, Kathron Bankston Keen; children, Randy, Brad and Mark Keen; stepchildren, Robin and Larry Lobell, and Martha Campbell; 17 grandchildren, six great-grandchildren; brother, Don Keen; and three sisters, Hattie Hyde, Dora Goblowsky and Nelda McClendon. Preceded in death by his first wife, Nelle; and siblings, Edna and Ted. Friends will be received at Harry McKneely & Son Funeral Home, Hammond, on Friday, May 16, from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Visitation resumes at Woodland Park Baptist Church, 1909 JW Davis Drive, Hammond, on Saturday, May 17, from 10:30 a.m. until religious service at 11 a.m., with the Rev. Pete Charpentier, the Rev. Randy Ray, the Rev. Leon Dunn and the Rev. Ed Griffin officiating. Interment in Parklawn Memorial Gardens, Hammond. Contributions may be made to the Woodland Park Baptist Church Building Fund. An online guestbook is available at http://www.harrymckneely.com.
Livous, Lesia Lynn
A hair stylist and a resident and native of Baton Rouge, she died at 5:30 p.m. Friday, May 9, 2008, at Ollie Steele Burden Manor. She was 43. Religious service at New Southside Funeral Home on Saturday, May 17, at 11 a.m., conducted by the Rev. Matthew Pierson. Interment in Roselawn Memorial Park. Survived by her mother, Isabel Livous; daughter, Kendra Raynell Livous; six sisters, Charlotte Allen, Roxanne Livous, Rhonda Thomas, Rosiland Glasper, Gennifer Livous and Vanessa Gray; and three brothers, Charles, George and Gregory Livous. Preceded in death by her father, Julius Gray; maternal grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Joe Livous; paternal grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Gray; and a sister, Charlene Christoph.
Matthews, Leola
On Monday, May 5, 2008, Ms. Leola Matthews, 57, passed away in the quietness of her home. Memorial service will be at Carney-Mackey Funeral Home, 1576 Robin St., Scotlandville, on Saturday, May 17, at 10:30 a.m. Leola was retired from Cintas Uniform Rental in Baton Rouge. She leaves to cherish her memory her stepmother, Dora Matthews; five brothers and three sisters-in-law, Cleveland and Ramona Matthews, Baton Rouge, Tony and Myra Matthews, Avon Park, Fla., Eldra Lee and Wanda Matthews, and John Oliney, all of Baton Rouge, and Robert Matthews, Clinton; aunt, Susan London, Baton Rouge; nine nephews, Terry Lee, Kelvin, Ronald, Randall, Brandon, Montell and Terry Matthews and Sherman Sims, all of Baton Rouge, and Brandon Wilson, Baker; and three nieces, Lamonica Tillman and Candace and Megan Matthews, all of Baton Rouge. Preceded in death by her parents, Nelson and Ella Matthews; sister, Ellen London; and brother, Sylvester Matthews.
Parnell, Wendell Corey “Wendy”
A retired control room operator with Strategic Petroleum Reserve, he passed away Wednesday, May 14, 2008, at Baton Rouge General Medical Center, surrounded by his family and friends. He was 49 and a resident and native of Plaquemine. Visiting at Wilbert Funeral Home, Plaquemine, on Saturday, May 17, from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Visitation resumes at the funeral home on Sunday from 10:30 a.m. to 12:40 p.m. Religious service at First Baptist Church, Plaquemine, on Sunday at 1 p.m., conducted by Dr. Thomas Whitlow. Interment in Grace Memorial Park. Survived by his three sons, Corey, Clint, and Tad Parnell and wife Megan; two brothers, John V. Jr. and wife Edna and Gary L. Parnell; and two grandchildren, Madelyn and Ty Parnell. Preceded in death by his parents, J.V. and Laverne Parnell.
Porter, Robin Maurice Ambeau
Robin Maurice Ambeau Porter, a registered nurse with more than 15 years of service, died Sunday, May 11, 2008, at her home in Gonzales. She was 39 and a native of Carville. Visitation at Hambrick’s Family Mortuary, Gonzales, on Friday, May 16, from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Visitation at Mount Bethel Baptist Church, Carville, on Saturday from 9 a.m. until religious service at 11 a.m., conducted by the Rev. Dr. Alfred Thomas, pastor. Interment in the church cemetery. She leaves to cherish her precious memory her loving husband, Jimmy Porter; daughter, Alauna Ambeau; son, Jordan Porter; and granddaughter, Bella Kennedy Ambeau, all of Gonzales. Also survived by her mother, Enola Ambeau, of St. Gabriel; three sisters, Dianah and husband Karl Scott, Gonzales, and Karen and husband Lonnie Bess Sr. and Tiffany Popularas, all of St. Gabriel; three brothers, Barry and wife Djuna Ambeau, Prairieville, and Kevin Ambeau Sr. and Darren and wife Carol Ambeau, all of St. Gabriel; godparents, Herman and Vera Popularas; godchildren, Ariel Kelly and Alexis Popularas; six sisters-in-law and a brother-in-law; two stepchildren, James and Janeé Porter; and a host of aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Preceded in death by her father, grandparents, father-in-law and mother-in-law. Robin was a 1986 graduate of Sunshine High School and Our Lady of the Lake Nursing School. Special thanks to Dr. Y. Twum, Dr. Gboloo, Dr. L. Premph and staff, and St. Joseph Hospice, Baton Rouge.
Richard, Shirley Ann James
A native and resident of Gonzales, she died Tuesday, May 13, 2008, at St. Elizabeth Hospital, Gonzales. She was 67 and a homemaker. Visitation at Ourso Funeral Home, Gonzales, on Thursday, May 15, was from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Visitation at St. Theresa of Avila Catholic Church, Gonzales, on Friday, May 16, from 9 a.m. until Mass of Christian Burial at 10 a.m., with the Rev. Gary Belsome, celebrant. Interment in the church cemetery. Survived by her husband, Lee Richard Sr.; two daughters and a son-in-law, Bernadette and James Turner and Lorrie Richard; three sons and daughters-in-law, Lee Jr. and Deanna Richard, Terry and Shannon Richard and Mark and Tina Richard; sister, Sadie Mire; three brothers, Hubert “Q-Ball”, Gerald and Emmett James; 10 grandchildren, Terrance Michael Richard, Brandon Turner, Byron Turner, Grace Turner, Jolie Richard, Tylan Richard, Lena Richard, Sean Richard, Kayleigh Richard and Madison Richard; and three stepgrandchildren, Holly Richard, Brandi Webb and D.J. White III. Preceded in death by her parents, Emmett and Velda Arceneaux James; grandson, Lee Daniel Richard III; and mother and father-in-law, Natalie and Isidore Richard. Pallbearers will be James Turner, Terry Richard, Michael Richard, Mark Richard, Brandon Turner, Byron Turner, D.J. White II, Sean Richard and Tylan Richard. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the family to help defray funeral expenses.
Russo Sr., Sam
Former owner of Sam’s Garage and Russo’s Texaco, he passed away at 8 a.m. Thursday, May 15, 2008, at his home in Grosse Tete. He was 77. Visiting at Niland’s Funeral Home, New Roads, on Saturday, May 17, from 9 a.m. until religious service at 1 p.m. Interment in St. Francis Cemetery, Livonia.
Simpson, Calvin Littrell “Q”
Calvin Littrell “Q” Simpson passed away peacefully on Tuesday, May 6, 2008. He was 81, born in Houston on Jan. 31, 1927. After graduating from San Jacinto High School in Houston, he served in the U.S. Navy before attending the University of Texas, where he earned a degree in mechanical engineering and was a member of Kappa Sigma fraternity. After graduation, he married his wife, Carolyn, and they moved to Baton Rouge. Q was employed for 20 years by Ethyl Corp. He later left to join Port Marine Service, where he became president and owner of the midstream fuel company started by his father-in-law. Q was a registered professional engineer. In Baton Rouge, he volunteered freely of his time to support numerous community activities. He was a longtime volunteer of Our Lady of the Lake Blood Bank. He held leadership positions in many organizations, including the Boy Scouts, where he was awarded Scouting’s highest leadership honor, the Silver Beaver Award, for his years of dedicated service. He was a longtime member of Rotary, served on the Advisory Board of Baton Rouge General Medical Center and was on the Board of Trustees of Episcopal High School. Q was also co-president of the Parents Guild of EHS. Q was a kind and gentle man who enjoyed life and dearly loved his family and friends. He will best be remembered for his quick wit and amiable disposition, and how he always went out of his way to help other people. Q was preceded in death by his parents, James Henry and Goldie Maricle Simpson, who were of Beaumont, Texas. He is survived by his devoted wife of 55 years, Carolyn Neal Simpson, of Houston; brother, James Henry Simpson Jr., of Baton Rouge; sons, Neal Simpson and his wife, Mary Ann, and Henry Littrell “Hank” Simpson, his wife, Bethany, and their children, Emily and Annabel, all of Houston; nephew, James Henry Simpson III, of Oakland, Calif.; niece, Susan Hamil, of San Diego; and other relatives, including Fay Welsh, Ron and Carrie Welsh, of Houston, Martha Cooper, of Shreveport, and Mary Jo Milby, of El Paso, Texas. He is also survived by many loving friends. The family extends a special thanks to the doctors and staff of Park Plaza Hospital in Houston for their kindness and care of Q during the past few weeks. Memorial service to honor Q’s life at Rabenhorst Funeral Home, 825 Government St. is on Saturday, May 17, at 2 p.m., with visitation from 1 p.m. until service time. An earlier memorial service was held in Houston on May 9. In lieu of usual remembrances, contributions in memory of Mr. Simpson may be directed to the Istrouma Area Council of the Boy Scouts of America, 9644 Brookline Ave., Baton Rouge, LA 70809.
Small, Coleman
Coleman Small died Sunday, May 11, 2008, at Assumption Community Hospital in Napoleonville. He was 53, a native of Houma and a resident of Belle Rose. Visitation at Williams & Southall Funeral Home, Napoleonville, on Friday from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. Visiting at Virginia Baptist Church in Ewellville on Saturday, May 17, from 9 a.m. until religious service at 11 a.m., conducted by the Rev. Lloyd Jones. Burial in the church cemetery. Survived by his devoted wife, Yolanda Myles, of Belle Rose; three daughters and son-in-law, Latoya M. and Ronnie Joseph, Marquita and Rashida Myles, all of Belle Rose; two grandchildren, Braylon Joseph and Kaysi Myles; three sisters and brothers-in-law, Genevia and Milton Livas, Daisy and Irvin Celestine, and Denise and Henry Riley, all of Houma; two brothers and a sister-in-law, Webster Adams and Paul and Elizabeth Steele, of Houma; two godchildren, seven brothers-in-law, six sisters-in-law, five aunts, three uncles and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Preceded in death by his parents, Louise Steele and Charles Small; and brother, Randolph Steele. Arrangements by Williams & Southall Funeral Home, Napoleonville, (985) 369-7231. To sign the guest book or offer condolences online, visit http://www.williamsandsouthall funeralhome.com.
Smith III, Andrew Marius
Born in Perth Amboy, N.J., on Sept. 29, 1941, to Andrew Marius Smith Jr. and Audrey Bird Smith, he died in McComb, Miss., on Thursday, May 8, 2008. He graduated from the University of Louisiana at Lafayette and served in the U.S. Army from 1968 to 1970 in Korea. He was a publisher, author and illustrator of “Louisiana Proud,” a historical pictorial of the real Louisiana as it began and lives today through 375 original pen-and-ink illustrations. He also published, authored and illustrated three cookbooks and several children’s books. Survived by his wife, Cinda Parmelee; three sons, Jay Allen, of Los Angeles, Robby Allen, of Prairieville, and Marky Vetter, of Walker; and three grandchildren. Memorial service at 6 p.m. on Sunday, May 18, at his home, 77112 N. River Road, Kentwood, LA 70444.
Speer Jr., John S. “Buddy”
John S. “Buddy” Speer Jr., 76, of Madison County, Miss., passed away at his son’s home in Humble, Texas, on Monday, May 12, 2008, surrounded by his family. John was born Oct. 27, 1931, in Decatur, Ala. He graduated from Sheffield High School, Sheffield, Ala., and attended Auburn University. He was a proud member of the Quiet Birdmen (QB’s). The full obituary can be found online at http://www. natcheztracefuneralhome.com.
Tomeny Jr., Francis Owen
Born April 12, 1939, in New Orleans, and raised in White Castle, he passed away peacefully at his home in Baton Rouge on May 10, 2008, surrounded by his family. Frank was a sugarcane farmer on the family’s Belle Grove Plantation before his retirement. He was very creative and talented and enjoyed gardening, antiques, watercolor painting, making fine furniture and toys for his grandchildren, nieces and nephews, gourmet cooking and family gatherings at poolside. He also loved the duck camp with many of his family and friends and his annual retreat to Manresa. He is survived by his wife, Julie “Sue” McCall Tomeny, who was the love of his life. He is also survived by his three children, Frank Tomeny III and wife Catherine, of Baton Rouge, Randy Tomeny and wife Kayla, of Ponchatoula, and Katie Tomeny Olinde Murrill and husband Gordon, of Baton Rouge. Affectionately known as “PaPa” to his grandchildren, Sean Michael Tomeny, Mason Olinde, Carriere Tomeny, McCall Tomeny, Riley Tomeny, Kristi Basso, Patrick Murrill and Callen Ghahramani. He is also survived by his sister, Hazel Nell Tomeny Hymel; sister-in-law, Robbie Lee Tomeny; brothers and wives, Patrick and Rosemary Tomeny and Tim and Annell Tomeny; his lifelong caring nanny, Elmer Thomas; his aunt, Rita May Normand Lopez and husband Alvin; sister-in-law, Brenda Marchand; brothers-in-law and wives, James and Rita McCall, Barry and Amanda McCall and Donald and Michelle McCall; and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, Dr. Frank Owen Tomeny and Hazel Normand Tomeny; brother, Michael James Tomeny; paternal grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Francis Tomeny; maternal grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. J.V. Normand; aunts, Mary Tomeny Heard, Catherine Tomeny McArthur, Elizabeth Tomeny, Rose Tomeny, Claire Tomeny and Evelyn Tomeny; and uncles, Joseph Normand, James Normand and Denver Normand. The family requests in lieu of flowers gifts be made to Manresa Retreat in Convent, St. John the Evangelist Church or a charity of your choice. Visitation at St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church, Plaquemine, on Saturday, May 17, from 9 a.m. until funeral Mass at 11 a.m. Graveside service at a later date. Arrangements by Wilbert Funeral Home, Plaquemine.
Variste, Brenda Jean Gibson “B.J.”
A resident of Baton Rouge and a native of Plaquemine, she died at 8 p.m. Friday, May 9, 2008, at Baton Rouge General Medical Center-Bluebonnet. She was 54. Visiting at Fairview Baptist Church on Saturday, May 17, from 10 a.m. until religious service at 1 p.m. Interment in Roselawn Cemetery. Arrangements by Hall Davis and Son Funeral Home.
Wooders Jr., Charlie Lee “Pip”
A resident of Baton Rouge, he departed this life Tuesday, May 13, 2008, at his home. He was 70. Visiting at All Faiths Christian Center, 7760 Mickens Road, the Rev. Lynn Morrison, pastor, on Saturday, May 17, from 10 a.m. until religious service at 11 a.m. Interment in Winnfield Memorial Park. Arrangements by Winnfield Funeral Home.
Woods, Claude E. “Hop”
A resident of Port Allen and a native of Brusly, he died at 4:30 a.m. Thursday, May 8, 2008, at LSU Earl K. Long Medical Center. He was 52. Visiting at St. Mark Baptist Church, Chamberlin, on Saturday, May 17, from 9 a.m. until religious service at 11 a.m., conducted by the Rev. Joseph Riley. Interment in the church cemetery. He is survived by five sisters, Mrs. Mary Ann Byrd, Ms. Rose Stevenson, Brenda Williams, Linda Stevenson and Rita Mae Williams; and eight brothers, Mr. Lee Dell Woods Jr., Joseph Woods, pastor, Mr. Clarence Williams, Wilson Williams, Michael Williams, Wilford Stevenson, James Stevenson and Earnest Wilson. He was preceded in death by his parents, Mr. Leedell Woods Sr. and Ms. Rose Mary Williams; grandmother, Isadora Johnson Woods; and aunt, Ms. Maedell Washington. He enjoyed singing and preaching the gospel. Hall Davis & Son Funeral Service is in charge of arrangements.
MJR Friendly Service Funeral Home Inc., 7803 Florida Blvd., Denham Springs, at 11 a.m.
Brown, Windom Homer “Brown”
Mormon service at Ourso Funeral Home, Gonzales, at 11 a.m.
Chapman, Richard Clay
St. Anthony’s Catholic Church, Eunice, at 2 p.m.
Dean, Patsy Wood
Brandon G. Thompson Funeral Home, Hammond, at 10 a.m.
Decoteau, Evelyn Landry
St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church, Gonzales, at 11 a.m.
Edwards III, Willie Butch
Greater Mount Rose Baptist Church, 1318 Simon Bolivar Ave., New Orleans, at 10 a.m.
Fields, Wesley
Greater King David Baptist Church, 222 Blount Road, at 11 a.m.
Frazier, Shirley Elzie
Charlet Funeral Home Inc., Zachary, at 8 p.m.
Grimmer, Martha Eustatia Scarborough
Memorial service at St. Paul’s Holy Trinity Episcopal Church, New Roads, at noon.
Polan, Cecelia V.
Memorial Mass at Our Lady of Mount Carmel Catholic Church, St. Francisville, at 10 a.m.
Richard, Shirley Ann James
St. Theresa of Avila Catholic Church, Gonzales, at 10 a.m.
Schendel, Margaret Ruth Wise
Memorial service at Episcopal Cathedral of St. Philip, Mikell Chapel, 2744 Peachtree Road, Atlanta, at 2 p.m.
Shannon Jr., Joseph
Shiloh Baptist Church at noon.
Sharp, Jacqueline E. “Jackie”
Resthaven Funeral Home, 11817 Jefferson Highway, at 11 a.m.
Sharp, Tracy Duffy
Bethel Baptist Church, Livingston, at 11 a.m.
Willi, Hilda Champagne
Memorial service at Thompson’s Harveson and Cole Funeral Home, Fort Worth, Texas, at 11 a.m.
Wilks, Joe Allen
Greenoaks Funeral Home, 9595 Florida Blvd., at 10 a.m.
Kibodeaux, Russell
EUNICE — Services for Russell Kibodeaux, 81, will be at 10 a.m. Saturday at St. Thomas More Catholic Church. Burial will follow in Calvary Cemetery under direction of Quirk & Son Funeral Home. Visitation will be at the funeral home from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. today and from 8 a.m. Saturday until the services. He died Wednesday at Oak Lane Nursing Home.
Bourg, Thomas Eugene
A resident and native of Houma, he died at 8:50 p.m. Wednesday, May 14, 2008, at Terrebonne General Medical Center, Houma. He was 60. Visiting at Chauvin Funeral Home, 5899 La. 311, Houma, on Saturday, May 17, from 11 a.m. until Mass of Christian Burial at 12:30 p.m. at St. Gregory Barbarigo Catholic Church. Interment in St. Francis de Sales No. 1 Cemetery, Houma. Survived by his son, Matthew Bourg, Baton Rouge. Preceded in death by his parents, Robert Francis Bourg Sr. and Wilma Rhodes Bourg; and brothers, Robert Francis Bourg Jr. and Philip John Bourg. He was a retired teacher at Ellender High School in Terrebonne Parish.
Brown Sr., Alton
It is with great sadness that the family of Alton Brown Sr. announces his death, which occurred Thursday, May 8, 2008. He died peacefully while surrounded by family at the Baton Rouge General Medical Center. He was 86. Memorial service at 11 a.m. Saturday, May 17, at the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses, 4848 Hollywood St. Mr. Brown leaves to cherish his memory nine children, Doris Brown Ausbon and husband Edward, Sunshine, Rosemary Washington Presley and husband Curtis, Alton Brown Jr. and wife Ernestine, Margaret Ruth Brown Shaw and husband Joseph, Ronald Brown, Johnny Brown, Dorothy Brown Selders and husband Ronald, Cathy Kaufman and husband Joseph, and Yvette Lemon, all of Baton Rouge; 23 grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren; and two brothers, Wilbert and William Brown, both of Baton Rouge. The family would like to thank Dr. Pamela Hollins for her care and support of their loved one as well as Grace and Glory Adult Day Care Healthcenter for their daily care.
Broyard, Brock Emery (infant)
A resident of Walker, he died Monday, May 12, 2008, at his home. He was 1 and a native of Baton Rouge. Visitation at Seale Funeral Home, Denham Springs, on Saturday, May 17, from 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Service at Trinity Lutheran Church in Baton Rouge on Saturday at 2 p.m., conducted by Scott Schmieding, pastor. Burial in Evergreen Memorial Park, Denham Springs. He is survived by his parents, Eric III and Ashley Kippers Broyard; paternal grandparents, Cynthia and Eric Broyard Jr.; maternal grandparents, Joseph Jr. and Susan Kippers; great-grandparents, Jefferson Sr. and Joan Lee, Gail and Dave Penney, Sal and Jeanie Cusimano, James Cancienne, Joseph Kippers Sr.; aunt and godmother, Stephany Kippers; uncle and godfather, Neil Broyard; aunt, Bailee Broyard; and many other aunts, uncles, great-aunts, great-uncles, cousins, family members and friends. He was preceded in death by his great-grandfather, Eric Broyard Sr.; and great-grandmother, Evalyn Cancienne. Pallbearers will be Neil Broyard and Giovanni Livaccari. Memorial donations may be made to the Brock Broyard Memorial Fund at any Capital One Bank.
Butler, James Louis “Jimmy” “J.B.”
A retired General Motors supervisor and resident of Baton Rouge, he died Saturday, May 10, 2008, at Tulane University Hospital. He was 61, born in New Orleans on March 11, 1947. Visiting at Hall’s Celebration Center, 9348 Scenic Highway, on Friday, May 16, from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. Visiting at St. Peter United Methodist Church, Maringouin, on Saturday from 9 a.m. until religious service at 11 a.m., conducted by the Rev. Emmitt Collins. Interment in Rising Star Baptist Church Cemetery, Maringouin. Survived by his wife, Amanda Bengeul Butler; mother, Beatrice Butler; three stepdaughters, four stepsons, six sisters, five sisters-in-law, six brothers-in-law, and 14 stepgrandchildren. Preceded in death by his father, Archie Butler; maternal grandparents, Henry and Charity Hill; paternal grandparents, Elisa and Harriet Butler; and niece, LaShonda Butler. Arrangements by Hall Davis & Son Funeral Service.
Byrd, Janice Simmons
Janice Simmons Byrd, a resident of Baton Rouge, passed away on Wednesday, May 14, 2008, at St. Clare Manor Nursing Home. She was born May 28, 1928, and was a former resident of Bogalusa. She is survived by a son, Richard Byrd and wife June, of Baton Rouge; sister, Evelyn White, of Folsom; brother, Howard Simmons, of Covington; sister-in-law, Glenda Thorne and husband Whit, of New Orleans; and grandson, Colin Byrd, of Baton Rouge. Preceded in death by her husband, Aubrey C. Byrd. Visitation at Poole-Ritchie Funeral Home, Bogalusa, on Friday, May 16, from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Visitation will continue at the funeral home chapel on Saturday from 9 a.m. until funeral service at 11 a.m., with the Rev. Bob Adams officiating. Interment in Hillview Memorial Gardens. Flowers will be accepted or donations may be made to Alzheimer’s Services of the Capitol Area, 3772 North Blvd., Suite B, Baton Rouge, LA 70806. To view and sign the register book go to: http://www.pooleritchie funeralhome.com.
Carter, Leanora Monique “Nora”
A self-employed beautician and a resident of Baton Rouge, she died Sunday, May 11, 2008, in an automobile accident in Morganza. She was 18 and a native of Escondido, Calif. Visiting at A. Wesley Funeral Home, 10810 Ventress Drive, Maringouin, on Friday, May 16, from 1 p.m. to 6 p.m. Religious service at the funeral home on Saturday at 11 a.m. Interment in Antioch Baptist Church Cemetery, Maringouin. Survived by her parents, Lorraine Carter Albert and Wesley Albert Jr.; sister, LaQuandra Carter; two brothers, Paul Edwards Jr. and George Lee III; grandmother, Agnes Albert; aunts and uncles; nephew, Kalib Brown; and other relatives and friends, including Danna and Charlita Augustus.
Chatman, Tyrone Bernard “Tic”
A truck driver and a resident of Donaldsonville, he died at 5:30 a.m. Saturday, May 10, 2008, at Our Lady of the Lake Regional Medical Center. He was 59, a U.S. Air Force veteran and a native of Modeste. Visiting at Demby & Son Funeral Home, Donaldsonville, on Friday, May 16, from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Visiting at Christian Assembly Church, Gonzales, on Saturday from 9 a.m. until religious service at 11 a.m., conducted by the Rev. Richard Rayborn Sr., pastor. Interment in the church cemetery. He is survived by his wife, Carrie Clay Chatman; father, Louis Burns, New Orleans; three daughters, Inetha Green, Baton Rouge, Anita Green, Gonzales, and Latoya Green, Klotzville; three sons, Craig Haynes, Gonzales, Vincent T. Chatman, Norfolk, Va., and a son who lives in New Orleans; five stepchildren; five sisters and two brothers-in-law, Sybil and Richard Miles, Gonzales, Leana and Sandor Desira, Donaldsonville, and Marie Stokes, Dorothy Mae LaCour and Katie Mae Burns, all of New Orleans; five brothers and three sisters-in-law, Isaac and Sondia Chatman and Hubert and Beverly Chatman, all of Gonzales, Michael Chatman, Donaldsonville, Irwin and Eugenia Chatman, Belle Rose, and Joseph Louis Burns, New Orleans; two aunts, Felice C. Kirby and Felice R. Chatman, both of Donaldsonville; and seven grandchildren. Preceded in death by his mother, Dorothy Chatman; maternal and paternal grandparents and several aunts and uncles.
Cooley, Woodrow
A retired truck driver and a resident of Zachary, he died Friday, May 9, 2008, at Our Lady of the Lake Regional Medical Center. He was 86 and a native of New Orleans. Visiting at Greater Philadelphia Baptist Church, Zachary, on Saturday, May 17, from noon until religious service at 1 p.m., conducted by the Rev. Pete Varnado. Interment in the church cemetery. Survived by his wife, Essie Cooley; two daughters, Tanya Martin and Joyce Kelly; three sons, Alfred, Robert and Woodrow Jr.; sister, Georgia Williams; brother, D.K. Cooley; 19 grandchildren and 20 great-grandchildren. Preceded in death by parents, Dollie and Alfred Cooley; sisters, Betty McDougle and Tommie Pittman; and brothers, Wilson, Curlee and Rufus Cooley.
Culotta, Gladys Celestin
Gladys Celestin Culotta passed away peacefully at her home in Baker with her family at her side on Sunday, May 11, 2008. She was 76, born Feb. 26, 1932, in Ascension Parish. Retired as a regional floral manager of National Supermarkets, she loved flowers and was a talented floral designer. Visiting at St. Isidore Catholic Church, 5657 Thomas Road, Baton Rouge, on Saturday, May 17, from noon until memorial Mass at 1 p.m. Family and friends are invited to gather at the home of Cathy and David Doran following the Mass. Interment of her ashes at Knox Cemetery will be later in the evening. She is survived by two daughters, Charlotte Ann Celestin and Cathy Celestin Doran; two sons, Charles Michael Celestin and Clint Celestin; five brothers, Lafayette Warren Cook, John Melvin Cook, Richard Arlin Cook, Donald Ray Cook and Roy Gene Cook; five grandchildren, Michael Higgins, Shellene Moseley, Megan Celestin, Nicole Celestin and Chase Celestin; and many other family and friends, including son-in-law, David Doran; and daughters-in-law, Debbie Celestin, Pat Murphy and Blanca Celestin. She shared two pets, Missy and Buddy, with her son, Mike, and daughter-in-law, Debbie. Preceded in death by her parents, Lafayette Warren Cook and Edna Bennett Cook; her first husband, the father of her children, Charles Fergus Celestin; a grandson, Eric Brandon Higgins; and her second husband, A.J. Culotta. The family would like to express their deep appreciation for the many years of care and kindness given to her by the staff of the Baton Rouge General Medical Center and Ochsner Medical Clinic and Hospital as well as to STAT Home Health and St. Joseph’s Hospice.
Dake, Levina Pulliam “Vina”
Mother to many, mother of none. She was Aunt Vina to her many nieces, nephews and friends. Born Aug. 17, 1917, she died Tuesday, May 13, 2008, at Flannery Oaks Guest House. She was the oldest of eight children of the late John N. and Lizzie Jenkins Pulliam. She helped mold the younger children into caring and responsible adults. She was an active member of Zoar Baptist Church, working with the Sunday school class as long as she was physically able. She graduated as valedictorian from Baton Rouge High School in 1936. She was a member of Zoar Baptist Church for more than 30 years. She was head cashier for one of the largest wholesale food stores at that time. During World War II, she began working for a doctor at his private practice and went to school and became a licensed practical nurse and continued to work for doctors for the rest of her working life. At age 40, she married Claude Dake and enjoyed 18 years as a housewife before his death in 1976. She is survived by three sisters, Irma Watts, Yvonne Slaton and husband James and Johnnie Sullivan and husband Frank; brother, Reggie Pulliam and wife Jo Ann; and numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband, Claude Dake; brothers, Seaborn and Huey Pulliam; and sister, Audrey Browning. Pallbearers will be her nephews. The family would like to give special thanks to the staff of Flannery Oaks Guest House for their care for the past 10 years and her sitters, Irene and Ora. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the charity of the donor’s choice. Visitation at Greenoaks Funeral Home on Friday, May 16, from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Visitation on Saturday, May 17, from 9 a.m. until religious service at 10 a.m. in the chapel. Interment in Greenoaks Memorial Park.
Decoteau, Evelyn Landry
A homemaker and a native of Dutchtown, she died Wednesday, May 14, 2008, at her home in Geismar. She was 84. Visitation at St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church, Gonzales, on Friday, May 16, from 9:30 a.m. until Mass of Christian Burial at 11 a.m., with the Rev. Cary Bani, celebrant. Interment in Prairieville Community Cemetery. She is survived by a son, James Dale Decoteau, Dutchtown; a daughter and son-in-law, Delores “Dee-Dee” and Verney Becnel Jr., Dutchtown; two sisters, Odiel Bourgeois, St. Amant, and Virgie Delaune, Dutchtown; and a brother, Herbert Landry, Dutchtown. Preceded in death by her husband, Herman P. Decoteau; parents, Demas D. and Louise Hill Landry; brother, Francis Landry; and sister, Isabelle Landry Braud. Pallbearers will be Carroll Bourgeois, Matthew Decoteau, Purvis Lessard, Gerald “Whitey” Braud, Myles Mier and George Valentine Jr. Honorary pallbearer is Herbert Landry. She was a member of St. John the Evangelist Ladies Altar Society and the Dutchtown Quilters. The family would like to give special thanks to Southern Care Hospice, Dr. Aguillard and his staff who helped the family cope during this difficult time, and a very special thanks to Ms. Linda Gunby.
Doughty, Olive Ann
Olive passed away at Ollie Steele Burden Manor at 8:30 a.m. Wednesday, May 14, 2008. She was 75, born on Aug. 31, 1932, in Tullos. She graduated from Northeast Louisiana State College in June 1953, and immediately reported for work for the U.S. Navy, serving as one of the pioneers in computers. She began work on UNIVAC I at David Taylor Model Basin in Washington, D.C., and progressively on other advanced computers. She also was a pioneer in telecommunications real-time processing computers. She was the first in many areas. She was first in her high school graduating class at Rayville High and first in her college graduating class at Northeast Louisiana State College. During her work career, she was the first woman General Services Administration regional administrator. She received many awards during her career, including outstanding performance awards, meritorious services awards, commendable services awards, Career Woman of The Year and equal employment opportunity award. While GSA administrator of Region 7, which included Louisiana, Texas, Arkansas, New Mexico and Oklahoma, she initiated the request for the new Russell B. Long Federal Building in Baton Rouge, donated excess property to BREC on Sharp Road, renovated the Custom House in New Orleans along with all her duties in managing a $200 million annual budget. She retired from the government after serving 35 years and came back to Baton Rouge. She was an avid bridge player and was fortunate in selecting Broadmoor United Methodist as her church. She was a member of the “New Spirit” Sunday School class and served as the first president. Special thanks to minister Ken Carroll for his guidance, to the Sunday School members and Jeanette Goodson. Olive was preceded in death by her parents, Margaret Eunice and Alvin Oliver Doughty Sr.; and sister, Esther Brimer Brown. Survived by a sister, Mary Jane Doughty Daniel and her husband, Richard Carlton Daniel Sr.; and a brother, Alvin Oliver Doughty Jr. and wife Marie Wilbert Doughty. Visitation at Rabenhorst Funeral Home East, 11000 Florida Blvd., on Saturday, May 17, from 10 a.m. until service at 11 a.m. Interment in Greenoaks Memorial Park. Special thanks to the employees of Ollie Steele Burden Manor and St. Joseph Hospice, especially Jan Buckner, R.N.
Drennen, John William “Bill”
A retired business owner of Lumber/Building Supplies, he died at 7:20 a.m. Tuesday, May 6, 2008, in Auburn, N.Y. He was 88 and a resident and native of Auburn. He was a U.S. Army veteran of World War II, having served in the European Theater from 1942 to 1945. Visiting at Langham Funeral Home, Auburn, was on May 9, and funeral service at First Presbyterian Church of Auburn was on May 10, conducted by the Rev. Janet Newman. Survived by his wife of 65 years, Edith; daughter, Sarah Taylor, Skaneateles, N.Y.; four sons, John, Charleston, S.C., Mark, St. Francisville, Peter, Phoenix, and Tom, Canandaigua, N.Y.; brother, Alan, Auburn; 18 grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren. Preceded in death by his parents, Joseph and Elizabeth Drennen; and three sisters, Josephine, Dora and Ruth. He was a graduate of Auburn Business School, president of Auburn Rotary Club and member of Auburn and Cayuga County bank boards. He was a volunteer driver for disabled individuals who were more than 60 years old and unable to get transportation. Those wishing may make contributions to Scat Van, 17 Nelson St., Auburn, NY 13021.
Easterly Jr., Alton S.
A resident of Watson, he died at 1:40 p.m. Thursday, May 15, 2008, at his home. He was 81. Arrangements are pending with Seale Funeral Home, Denham Springs.
Easterly, Vivian Natalia “Nat”
Natalia went to be with her Lord on Easter Sunday, March 23, 2008. The memorial service will be at Sharon Baptist Church, 9433 Section Road, west of Port Allen, on Saturday, May 17, at 4 p.m. with visitation from 3 p.m. until service time. Natalia enjoyed meeting people and valued friends and family. Preceded in death by her parents, the Rev. Arno Easterly Sr. and Alice Denham Easterly. Survived by her children, Darla Cazes, Jim Cazes, of New Roads, and Jason Cazes, of Seattle. Other survivors include a sister, Alice Easterly Roberts and husband Ed, of Butte, Mont.; and brothers, Arno Easterly Jr. and wife Clara, of Bossier City, and Glenn Easterly and wife Wanette, of San Antonio; and sisters-in-law, Pat Thomas and Bobbie Joyce Bauer, both of Baton Rouge. “Nat” was a graduate of Central High, Class of 1958, and previously attended St. Augustine’s Episcopal Church in Central. Memorials can be made to Gideon’s Bible International.
Edwards III, Willie Butch
A resident of Baker, he died Tuesday, May 6, 2008, at Lane Regional Medical Center, Zachary. He was 49. Funeral service at Greater Mount Rose Baptist Church, 1318 Simon Bolivar Ave., New Orleans, on Friday, May 16, at 10 a.m. Graveside service at Concordia Cemetery, Ferriday, on Saturday at 11 a.m. Arrangements by Estelle J. Wilson Funeral Home Inc., 2715 Danneel St., New Orleans, LA 70113.
Fetterolf, Laverna Jane
Retired from Social Security services in Baton Rouge, she passed away Wednesday, May 14, 2008, at her home in Baton Rouge. She was 77, born in Portales, N.M., and grew up in Sayre, Okla. Visitation at Greenoaks Funeral Home, 9595 Florida Blvd., on Friday, May 16, from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Visiting resumes on Saturday from 10 a.m. until religious service at noon in the chapel, conducted by the Rev. Dale Philips, of Comite Baptist Church. Interment in Greenoaks Memorial Park. Survived by three sons, the Rev. Larry Fetterolf and wife Beverly, Jarreau, Rodney Fetterolf and wife Annie and Randy Fetterolf, all of Baton Rouge; five grandchildren, Melissa, Melanie, Casey, Madison and Savannah; four stepgrandchildren, Tammy, Dina, Ronnie and Lee; three great-grandchildren, Drevin, Kora and Jayce; three stepgreat-grandchildren, Ethan, Mackenzie and Donna; and sister-in-law, Wanda Jones, of Hobbs, N.M. Preceded in death by her husband, Edward Fetterolf; parents, Alonzo and Gertrude Jones; and three brothers, Paul, J.L. and Lonnie Jones. Pallbearers will be Lee Jones, Leo LeJeune, Ronnie Austin and Joe Estay. Honorary pallbearers are Casey Fetterolf and Ethan Cook.
Finley, Ilah Grace Hogg
Ilah Grace Hogg Finley, 88, passed away at Northshore Regional Medical Center in Slidell on Wednesday, May 14, 2008. Beloved wife for 67 years of the late Joseph Jerome Finley, recently deceased, mother of Jane F. Shank, of Baton Rouge, and Ila F. Dieterich, of Slidell, and mother-in-law of Glenn H. Dieterich Jr. Also survived by six grandchildren and a great-grandchild. Preceded in death by her parents, Thomas Watson Hogg and Mary Bass Hogg; sister, Tommie Ruth Hogg Griffith; and brother, Donald Hogg. A native of Columbia, Miss., she graduated from Columbia High School as valedictorian and attended business college in Jackson, Miss. Mrs. Finley was a resident of New Orleans for 35 years and Diamondhead, Miss., for 24 years and resided in Slidell the last six years. Originally a Baptist, Mrs. Finley joined the Presbyterian Church and with her husband was a member of Presbyterian churches in Little Rock, Ark., Paragould, Ark., New Orleans and Diamondhead. A gifted seamstress, she sewed robes for the first minister and charter choir of Oak Park Presbyterian Church in New Orleans, where she was director of youth activities for 12 years. A talented horticulturist, Mrs. Finley served as president of Terrace Garden Club in New Orleans for four years, president for four years of the New Orleans area garden club presidents organization, the New Orleans Flora and Design Study Garden Club and president of the Diamondhead Garden Club for three years. She also held membership in the New Orleans Metropolitan Women’s Club, where she served as art chairman for several years. Mrs. Finley was recognized in local and statewide exhibitions with a multitude of blue ribbons for her art, children’s clothing design and floral arranging and design. She was a popular guest speaker and lecturer to garden clubs across southeast Louisiana and the Mississippi Gulf Coast on topics ranging from bonsai, wildflower stationery design and the brewing of fresh herbal teas and homemade berry cordials. With her husband, Mrs. Finley enjoyed fishing and was a member of the Diamondhead Boaters Association. Well-known for her cooking skill, her original recipes were published in several cookbooks. She was also a talented bridge player and was a member of the Krewe of Kamehameha and the Diamondhead Krewe of Mardi Gras. Friends and family are invited to the memorial service conducted at Diamondhead Community Church on Saturday, May 17, at 11 a.m. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to Volunteers of America of Greater Baton Rouge, 3949 North Blvd., Baton Rouge, LA 70806, Youth Service Bureau of St. Tammany, 430 N. New Hampshire, Covington, LA 70433 or to Diamondhead Community Church, 5301 Diamondhead Circle, Diamondhead, MS 39525. Arrangements by Edmond Fahey Funeral Home, Bay St. Louis, Miss.
Frazier, Shirley Elzie
Shirley Elzie Frazier, 77, died Wednesday, May 14, 2008, at his home at The Bluffs in St. Francisville. He was a native of Electra, Texas, and a retired field service engineer with Albany International. Visiting at Charlet Funeral Home Inc., Zachary, on Friday, May 16, from 5 p.m. until service at 8 p.m. Graveside service at Southpark Cemetery in Pearland, Texas, on Saturday, May 17, at 2 p.m. Survived by his wife of 58 years, Mary Frazier, of The Bluffs; three daughters, Kerry F. Zimmermann and husband Marc, Prairieville, Kim F. Kennedy and husband Terryl, Norwood, and Kellye F. Cornette and husband Kevin, St. Francisville; brother, Earlyn Frazier and wife Betty, Pasadena, Texas; grandchildren, Gwen Rutkowski, Richard and Vicky Rutkowski, Heather Kopfler Nettles, Allison and Brandon Peters, John Frazier Kopfler, Mary K. Brumfield, Josh and Christy Kennedy, Adam Cornette, Caleb Kennedy and Jeannette and Bobby Spitler; and great-grandchildren, Justin and Tucker Ryan, Madison Reily Phillips, Allie and Ella Peters, Corey Kennedy and Carlie Brumfield, Claudia and Ava Rutkowski, Averyanna Kennedy, Brayden Cornette, Hank and Chris Nettles and Alex Spitler. Preceded in death by his parents, Raymond and Lois Frazier; son, Curtis Scott “Scotty” Frazier, and brother, Doyle “Scooter” Frazier. Pallbearers will be Adam Cornette, Richard Rutkowski, John Frazier Kopfler, Josh Kennedy, Caleb Kennedy and Justin Ryan. In his younger years, he coached Little League baseball and refereed local basketball games. He was an avid golfer and enjoyed playing the guitar and spending time with his family. He was a St. Francisville town alderman and an active member of the Jackson Church of Christ. Memorial donations may be made in his memory to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105 or Hospice of Baton Rouge, 9063 Siegen Lane, Suite A, Baton Rouge, LA 70810 or to the charity of your choice. Share sympathies, condolences and memories online at http://www. CharletFuneralHome.com.
Gentris, Ollie Bell Johnson “Peaches”
A resident and native of Greensburg, she departed this life Saturday, May 10, 2008, at St. Helena Parish Hospital. Greensburg. She was 60. Visiting at MJR Friendly Service Funeral Home Inc., 87 Paddio Johnson Lane, Greensburg, on Friday, May 16, from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. Religious service at Mount Everett AME Church, La. 37, Greensburg, on Saturday at 10 a.m., conducted by the Rev. Joe Chaney. Interment in church cemetery.
Givins, George
A resident and native of Baton Rouge, he died Monday, May 12, 2008, at Our Lady of the Lake Regional Medical Center. He was 69. Visiting at Promised Land Baptist Church on Saturday, May 17, from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. Religious service at the church at 11:30 a.m. Interment in Public Cemetery, Zachary. Survived by his sisters, Odeal Graham, Ceola Dundy, Lelo Graham and Creola Givins; and a brother, Robert Givins. Preceded in death by his mother, Minerva Givins; father, Robert Givins; a brother, the Rev. Louis Givins; and two sisters, Earline Harris and Classic Givins. Arrangements by Carney-Mackey Funeral Home, 1576 Robin St.
Guidroz, Rita Jarreau
A retired cafeteria worker for Catholic High School of Pointe Coupee, she died Thursday, May 15, 2008, at Pointe Coupee Healthcare Nursing Home, New Roads. She fought a long, hard battle with asthma and COPD. She was 78, a native of Frisco and a resident of New Roads. Survived by three children, Gerald Guidroz and wife Karen, Maringouin, Carolyn Pourciau and husband Floyd, Lakeland, and Debra Jarreau and husband Emmett “Bo,” New Roads; a twin sister, Lorita Soileau, Baton Rouge; five grandchildren, Timothy Pourciau, Woodbury, Minn., Brandy Gueho, Fordoche, Guy Dickinson, Lakeland, Mindy Holt, Delray Beach, Fla., and Sean Guidroz, Livonia; four great-grandchildren, Cade and Landon Dickinson and Trent and Ryan Guidroz, all of Livonia; and a very special neighbor who was like a son to her, Donald “Little Moon” Langlois, New Roads. She was preceded in death by her husband, Russell Guidroz; her parents, Gerald and Aurella Jarreau, who were of Frisco; two brothers, Joseph and Chester Jarreau; a sister, Lillian Pourciau; a granddaughter, Hope Guidroz; and a son-in-law, John Wayne Dickinson. Pallbearers will be her grandsons, Tim Pourciau, Guy Dickinson, Sean Guidroz, Thomas “Sugar Pie” LeBlanc, Joseph Williams and Howard “Boo” Pourciau. Honorary pallbearers are Harry Guidroz, Donald Pourciau, Joseph “Poochie” Jarreau, Joe and John Jarreau, Donald “Lil Moon” Langlois, Ryan Guidroz, Trent Guidroz, Cade and Landon Dickinson. Visiting at Niland’s Funeral Home in New Roads on Saturday, May 17, from 8:30 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. Religious service at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in New Roads on Saturday at 1 p.m. Entombment to follow in False River Memorial Park Mausoleum in New Roads. In lieu of flowers, make donations to Pointe Coupee Hospice, 350 Hospital Road, New Roads, LA 70760.
Jones, Myrtle Williams
A retired Avon saleswoman and a resident of Baton Rouge, she died at 6:20 p.m. Thursday, May 8, 2008, at Baton Rouge General Medical Center. She was 77 and a native of Walls. Visiting at Hall’s Celebration Center, 9348 Scenic Highway, on Friday, May 16, from 1 p.m. to 9 p.m., with family visitation beginning at 6 p.m. Visiting at True Light Baptist Church, 3836 North St., pastored by the Rev. Dennis Hebert, on Saturday, May 17, from 9 a.m. until religious service at 11 a.m., conducted by the Rev. Mary W. Moss. Interment in St. Peter Baptist Church Cemetery, Erwinville. Survived by her husband, Earnest Jones; seven sisters, Dorothy McCue, Mary Swayze, Margaret Richardson, Olevia Griffin, Delores Williams, Charlene and husband Merrel Porche and Donna Lee Boland; four brothers and sisters-in-law, Leroy and Betty Williams, Leo and Diane Williams, Bobby and Gilda Williams and Isadore and Annette Williams; sisters-in-law, Ora Lee Williams, Gertrude Williams, Thelma J. Jones, Carolyn Jones, Olivia and husband George Carter, Florida and husband Eugene Collins and Thelma Jones; and brother-in-law, Cenas and wife Jacqueline Jones. Preceded in death by her parents, Sidney and Gertrude English Williams; two brothers, Eugene and Sidney Williams Jr.; and sister, Cleopatra W. Glynn.
Jordan, Linda Ponson
A resident of Baton Rouge and a native of White Castle, she died at 10:10 p.m. Tuesday, May 13, 2008, of systemic lupus at Promise Specialty Hospital. She was 59. Visiting at St. John Baptist Church, Dorseyville, on Saturday, May 17, from 9 a.m. until religious service at 11 a.m. Interment in the church cemetery. Survived by two daughters, Tammara R. and Khyra T. Jordan; three sisters, Carolyn P. Dandridge, Mazie P. Ayo and Thelma M. Ponson; a sister-in-law, Ethel Ponson; two brothers, Percy Jr. and Joseph Ponson; two brothers-in-law, James Ayo Jr. and James Dandridge; and grandchild, Kaleigh Payne. Preceded in death by her father, Percy Ponson Sr.; mother, Rachel R. Ponson; and sister, Wilma P. Williams. Pallbearers will be Joseph D. Ponson, Eric Ponson, Tori Ponson, Bruce Green, Jarvis Antwine, Kevin Greenup and Bertrand Russ Jr. Honorary pallbearers are Jameste Dandridge, Tony Ponson, James Dandridge, Charles Haynes, Troy Fleming, Joseph Ponson, Percy Ponson Jr., Capt. Robert Payne and James Ayo Jr. She was a graduate of Southern University and LSU. Arrangements by Roscoe Mortuary, Plaquemine.
Keen, Lonnie Edgar
Mr. Lonnie Edgar Keen, of Hammond, died Wednesday, May 14, 2008, at North Oaks Medical Center, Hammond. He was 84, born on Friday, Feb. 29, 1924, in Norfield, Miss., the son of the late Tate Clyde Keen and Mary Claire Lilly Keen. Deacon Keen was a former member of Masonic Lodge 175, Amite City, and Deacon Emeritus of Woodland Park Baptist Church, Hammond. He was a retired technician for BellSouth. Surviving are his wife of 16 years, Kathron Bankston Keen; children, Randy, Brad and Mark Keen; stepchildren, Robin and Larry Lobell, and Martha Campbell; 17 grandchildren, six great-grandchildren; brother, Don Keen; and three sisters, Hattie Hyde, Dora Goblowsky and Nelda McClendon. Preceded in death by his first wife, Nelle; and siblings, Edna and Ted. Friends will be received at Harry McKneely & Son Funeral Home, Hammond, on Friday, May 16, from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Visitation resumes at Woodland Park Baptist Church, 1909 JW Davis Drive, Hammond, on Saturday, May 17, from 10:30 a.m. until religious service at 11 a.m., with the Rev. Pete Charpentier, the Rev. Randy Ray, the Rev. Leon Dunn and the Rev. Ed Griffin officiating. Interment in Parklawn Memorial Gardens, Hammond. Contributions may be made to the Woodland Park Baptist Church Building Fund. An online guestbook is available at http://www.harrymckneely.com.
Livous, Lesia Lynn
A hair stylist and a resident and native of Baton Rouge, she died at 5:30 p.m. Friday, May 9, 2008, at Ollie Steele Burden Manor. She was 43. Religious service at New Southside Funeral Home on Saturday, May 17, at 11 a.m., conducted by the Rev. Matthew Pierson. Interment in Roselawn Memorial Park. Survived by her mother, Isabel Livous; daughter, Kendra Raynell Livous; six sisters, Charlotte Allen, Roxanne Livous, Rhonda Thomas, Rosiland Glasper, Gennifer Livous and Vanessa Gray; and three brothers, Charles, George and Gregory Livous. Preceded in death by her father, Julius Gray; maternal grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Joe Livous; paternal grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Gray; and a sister, Charlene Christoph.
Matthews, Leola
On Monday, May 5, 2008, Ms. Leola Matthews, 57, passed away in the quietness of her home. Memorial service will be at Carney-Mackey Funeral Home, 1576 Robin St., Scotlandville, on Saturday, May 17, at 10:30 a.m. Leola was retired from Cintas Uniform Rental in Baton Rouge. She leaves to cherish her memory her stepmother, Dora Matthews; five brothers and three sisters-in-law, Cleveland and Ramona Matthews, Baton Rouge, Tony and Myra Matthews, Avon Park, Fla., Eldra Lee and Wanda Matthews, and John Oliney, all of Baton Rouge, and Robert Matthews, Clinton; aunt, Susan London, Baton Rouge; nine nephews, Terry Lee, Kelvin, Ronald, Randall, Brandon, Montell and Terry Matthews and Sherman Sims, all of Baton Rouge, and Brandon Wilson, Baker; and three nieces, Lamonica Tillman and Candace and Megan Matthews, all of Baton Rouge. Preceded in death by her parents, Nelson and Ella Matthews; sister, Ellen London; and brother, Sylvester Matthews.
Parnell, Wendell Corey “Wendy”
A retired control room operator with Strategic Petroleum Reserve, he passed away Wednesday, May 14, 2008, at Baton Rouge General Medical Center, surrounded by his family and friends. He was 49 and a resident and native of Plaquemine. Visiting at Wilbert Funeral Home, Plaquemine, on Saturday, May 17, from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Visitation resumes at the funeral home on Sunday from 10:30 a.m. to 12:40 p.m. Religious service at First Baptist Church, Plaquemine, on Sunday at 1 p.m., conducted by Dr. Thomas Whitlow. Interment in Grace Memorial Park. Survived by his three sons, Corey, Clint, and Tad Parnell and wife Megan; two brothers, John V. Jr. and wife Edna and Gary L. Parnell; and two grandchildren, Madelyn and Ty Parnell. Preceded in death by his parents, J.V. and Laverne Parnell.
Porter, Robin Maurice Ambeau
Robin Maurice Ambeau Porter, a registered nurse with more than 15 years of service, died Sunday, May 11, 2008, at her home in Gonzales. She was 39 and a native of Carville. Visitation at Hambrick’s Family Mortuary, Gonzales, on Friday, May 16, from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Visitation at Mount Bethel Baptist Church, Carville, on Saturday from 9 a.m. until religious service at 11 a.m., conducted by the Rev. Dr. Alfred Thomas, pastor. Interment in the church cemetery. She leaves to cherish her precious memory her loving husband, Jimmy Porter; daughter, Alauna Ambeau; son, Jordan Porter; and granddaughter, Bella Kennedy Ambeau, all of Gonzales. Also survived by her mother, Enola Ambeau, of St. Gabriel; three sisters, Dianah and husband Karl Scott, Gonzales, and Karen and husband Lonnie Bess Sr. and Tiffany Popularas, all of St. Gabriel; three brothers, Barry and wife Djuna Ambeau, Prairieville, and Kevin Ambeau Sr. and Darren and wife Carol Ambeau, all of St. Gabriel; godparents, Herman and Vera Popularas; godchildren, Ariel Kelly and Alexis Popularas; six sisters-in-law and a brother-in-law; two stepchildren, James and Janeé Porter; and a host of aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Preceded in death by her father, grandparents, father-in-law and mother-in-law. Robin was a 1986 graduate of Sunshine High School and Our Lady of the Lake Nursing School. Special thanks to Dr. Y. Twum, Dr. Gboloo, Dr. L. Premph and staff, and St. Joseph Hospice, Baton Rouge.
Richard, Shirley Ann James
A native and resident of Gonzales, she died Tuesday, May 13, 2008, at St. Elizabeth Hospital, Gonzales. She was 67 and a homemaker. Visitation at Ourso Funeral Home, Gonzales, on Thursday, May 15, was from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Visitation at St. Theresa of Avila Catholic Church, Gonzales, on Friday, May 16, from 9 a.m. until Mass of Christian Burial at 10 a.m., with the Rev. Gary Belsome, celebrant. Interment in the church cemetery. Survived by her husband, Lee Richard Sr.; two daughters and a son-in-law, Bernadette and James Turner and Lorrie Richard; three sons and daughters-in-law, Lee Jr. and Deanna Richard, Terry and Shannon Richard and Mark and Tina Richard; sister, Sadie Mire; three brothers, Hubert “Q-Ball”, Gerald and Emmett James; 10 grandchildren, Terrance Michael Richard, Brandon Turner, Byron Turner, Grace Turner, Jolie Richard, Tylan Richard, Lena Richard, Sean Richard, Kayleigh Richard and Madison Richard; and three stepgrandchildren, Holly Richard, Brandi Webb and D.J. White III. Preceded in death by her parents, Emmett and Velda Arceneaux James; grandson, Lee Daniel Richard III; and mother and father-in-law, Natalie and Isidore Richard. Pallbearers will be James Turner, Terry Richard, Michael Richard, Mark Richard, Brandon Turner, Byron Turner, D.J. White II, Sean Richard and Tylan Richard. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the family to help defray funeral expenses.
Russo Sr., Sam
Former owner of Sam’s Garage and Russo’s Texaco, he passed away at 8 a.m. Thursday, May 15, 2008, at his home in Grosse Tete. He was 77. Visiting at Niland’s Funeral Home, New Roads, on Saturday, May 17, from 9 a.m. until religious service at 1 p.m. Interment in St. Francis Cemetery, Livonia.
Simpson, Calvin Littrell “Q”
Calvin Littrell “Q” Simpson passed away peacefully on Tuesday, May 6, 2008. He was 81, born in Houston on Jan. 31, 1927. After graduating from San Jacinto High School in Houston, he served in the U.S. Navy before attending the University of Texas, where he earned a degree in mechanical engineering and was a member of Kappa Sigma fraternity. After graduation, he married his wife, Carolyn, and they moved to Baton Rouge. Q was employed for 20 years by Ethyl Corp. He later left to join Port Marine Service, where he became president and owner of the midstream fuel company started by his father-in-law. Q was a registered professional engineer. In Baton Rouge, he volunteered freely of his time to support numerous community activities. He was a longtime volunteer of Our Lady of the Lake Blood Bank. He held leadership positions in many organizations, including the Boy Scouts, where he was awarded Scouting’s highest leadership honor, the Silver Beaver Award, for his years of dedicated service. He was a longtime member of Rotary, served on the Advisory Board of Baton Rouge General Medical Center and was on the Board of Trustees of Episcopal High School. Q was also co-president of the Parents Guild of EHS. Q was a kind and gentle man who enjoyed life and dearly loved his family and friends. He will best be remembered for his quick wit and amiable disposition, and how he always went out of his way to help other people. Q was preceded in death by his parents, James Henry and Goldie Maricle Simpson, who were of Beaumont, Texas. He is survived by his devoted wife of 55 years, Carolyn Neal Simpson, of Houston; brother, James Henry Simpson Jr., of Baton Rouge; sons, Neal Simpson and his wife, Mary Ann, and Henry Littrell “Hank” Simpson, his wife, Bethany, and their children, Emily and Annabel, all of Houston; nephew, James Henry Simpson III, of Oakland, Calif.; niece, Susan Hamil, of San Diego; and other relatives, including Fay Welsh, Ron and Carrie Welsh, of Houston, Martha Cooper, of Shreveport, and Mary Jo Milby, of El Paso, Texas. He is also survived by many loving friends. The family extends a special thanks to the doctors and staff of Park Plaza Hospital in Houston for their kindness and care of Q during the past few weeks. Memorial service to honor Q’s life at Rabenhorst Funeral Home, 825 Government St. is on Saturday, May 17, at 2 p.m., with visitation from 1 p.m. until service time. An earlier memorial service was held in Houston on May 9. In lieu of usual remembrances, contributions in memory of Mr. Simpson may be directed to the Istrouma Area Council of the Boy Scouts of America, 9644 Brookline Ave., Baton Rouge, LA 70809.
Small, Coleman
Coleman Small died Sunday, May 11, 2008, at Assumption Community Hospital in Napoleonville. He was 53, a native of Houma and a resident of Belle Rose. Visitation at Williams & Southall Funeral Home, Napoleonville, on Friday from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. Visiting at Virginia Baptist Church in Ewellville on Saturday, May 17, from 9 a.m. until religious service at 11 a.m., conducted by the Rev. Lloyd Jones. Burial in the church cemetery. Survived by his devoted wife, Yolanda Myles, of Belle Rose; three daughters and son-in-law, Latoya M. and Ronnie Joseph, Marquita and Rashida Myles, all of Belle Rose; two grandchildren, Braylon Joseph and Kaysi Myles; three sisters and brothers-in-law, Genevia and Milton Livas, Daisy and Irvin Celestine, and Denise and Henry Riley, all of Houma; two brothers and a sister-in-law, Webster Adams and Paul and Elizabeth Steele, of Houma; two godchildren, seven brothers-in-law, six sisters-in-law, five aunts, three uncles and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Preceded in death by his parents, Louise Steele and Charles Small; and brother, Randolph Steele. Arrangements by Williams & Southall Funeral Home, Napoleonville, (985) 369-7231. To sign the guest book or offer condolences online, visit http://www.williamsandsouthall funeralhome.com.
Smith III, Andrew Marius
Born in Perth Amboy, N.J., on Sept. 29, 1941, to Andrew Marius Smith Jr. and Audrey Bird Smith, he died in McComb, Miss., on Thursday, May 8, 2008. He graduated from the University of Louisiana at Lafayette and served in the U.S. Army from 1968 to 1970 in Korea. He was a publisher, author and illustrator of “Louisiana Proud,” a historical pictorial of the real Louisiana as it began and lives today through 375 original pen-and-ink illustrations. He also published, authored and illustrated three cookbooks and several children’s books. Survived by his wife, Cinda Parmelee; three sons, Jay Allen, of Los Angeles, Robby Allen, of Prairieville, and Marky Vetter, of Walker; and three grandchildren. Memorial service at 6 p.m. on Sunday, May 18, at his home, 77112 N. River Road, Kentwood, LA 70444.
Speer Jr., John S. “Buddy”
John S. “Buddy” Speer Jr., 76, of Madison County, Miss., passed away at his son’s home in Humble, Texas, on Monday, May 12, 2008, surrounded by his family. John was born Oct. 27, 1931, in Decatur, Ala. He graduated from Sheffield High School, Sheffield, Ala., and attended Auburn University. He was a proud member of the Quiet Birdmen (QB’s). The full obituary can be found online at http://www. natcheztracefuneralhome.com.
Tomeny Jr., Francis Owen
Born April 12, 1939, in New Orleans, and raised in White Castle, he passed away peacefully at his home in Baton Rouge on May 10, 2008, surrounded by his family. Frank was a sugarcane farmer on the family’s Belle Grove Plantation before his retirement. He was very creative and talented and enjoyed gardening, antiques, watercolor painting, making fine furniture and toys for his grandchildren, nieces and nephews, gourmet cooking and family gatherings at poolside. He also loved the duck camp with many of his family and friends and his annual retreat to Manresa. He is survived by his wife, Julie “Sue” McCall Tomeny, who was the love of his life. He is also survived by his three children, Frank Tomeny III and wife Catherine, of Baton Rouge, Randy Tomeny and wife Kayla, of Ponchatoula, and Katie Tomeny Olinde Murrill and husband Gordon, of Baton Rouge. Affectionately known as “PaPa” to his grandchildren, Sean Michael Tomeny, Mason Olinde, Carriere Tomeny, McCall Tomeny, Riley Tomeny, Kristi Basso, Patrick Murrill and Callen Ghahramani. He is also survived by his sister, Hazel Nell Tomeny Hymel; sister-in-law, Robbie Lee Tomeny; brothers and wives, Patrick and Rosemary Tomeny and Tim and Annell Tomeny; his lifelong caring nanny, Elmer Thomas; his aunt, Rita May Normand Lopez and husband Alvin; sister-in-law, Brenda Marchand; brothers-in-law and wives, James and Rita McCall, Barry and Amanda McCall and Donald and Michelle McCall; and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, Dr. Frank Owen Tomeny and Hazel Normand Tomeny; brother, Michael James Tomeny; paternal grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Francis Tomeny; maternal grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. J.V. Normand; aunts, Mary Tomeny Heard, Catherine Tomeny McArthur, Elizabeth Tomeny, Rose Tomeny, Claire Tomeny and Evelyn Tomeny; and uncles, Joseph Normand, James Normand and Denver Normand. The family requests in lieu of flowers gifts be made to Manresa Retreat in Convent, St. John the Evangelist Church or a charity of your choice. Visitation at St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church, Plaquemine, on Saturday, May 17, from 9 a.m. until funeral Mass at 11 a.m. Graveside service at a later date. Arrangements by Wilbert Funeral Home, Plaquemine.
Variste, Brenda Jean Gibson “B.J.”
A resident of Baton Rouge and a native of Plaquemine, she died at 8 p.m. Friday, May 9, 2008, at Baton Rouge General Medical Center-Bluebonnet. She was 54. Visiting at Fairview Baptist Church on Saturday, May 17, from 10 a.m. until religious service at 1 p.m. Interment in Roselawn Cemetery. Arrangements by Hall Davis and Son Funeral Home.
Wooders Jr., Charlie Lee “Pip”
A resident of Baton Rouge, he departed this life Tuesday, May 13, 2008, at his home. He was 70. Visiting at All Faiths Christian Center, 7760 Mickens Road, the Rev. Lynn Morrison, pastor, on Saturday, May 17, from 10 a.m. until religious service at 11 a.m. Interment in Winnfield Memorial Park. Arrangements by Winnfield Funeral Home.
Woods, Claude E. “Hop”
A resident of Port Allen and a native of Brusly, he died at 4:30 a.m. Thursday, May 8, 2008, at LSU Earl K. Long Medical Center. He was 52. Visiting at St. Mark Baptist Church, Chamberlin, on Saturday, May 17, from 9 a.m. until religious service at 11 a.m., conducted by the Rev. Joseph Riley. Interment in the church cemetery. He is survived by five sisters, Mrs. Mary Ann Byrd, Ms. Rose Stevenson, Brenda Williams, Linda Stevenson and Rita Mae Williams; and eight brothers, Mr. Lee Dell Woods Jr., Joseph Woods, pastor, Mr. Clarence Williams, Wilson Williams, Michael Williams, Wilford Stevenson, James Stevenson and Earnest Wilson. He was preceded in death by his parents, Mr. Leedell Woods Sr. and Ms. Rose Mary Williams; grandmother, Isadora Johnson Woods; and aunt, Ms. Maedell Washington. He enjoyed singing and preaching the gospel. Hall Davis & Son Funeral Service is in charge of arrangements.
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