Obituaries and funerals for Oct. 8, 2008
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Achord, Pearly M.
Rabenhorst Funeral Home East, 11000 Florida Blvd., at 10 a.m.
Anders, Tyler Paul
Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church, Jackson, at 10:30 a.m.
Bell, Leonard
Carney-Mackey Funeral Home, 1576 Robin St., at 11 a.m.
Callahan, Eugene Jack
Seale Funeral Home, Denham Springs, at 1 p.m.
Colclough, Dorothy Murdock ‘Dot’
Graveside service at Lake Park Cemetery, Laurel, Miss., at 1 p.m.
Daves, Thomas Anthony
Wilbert Services, Port Allen, at 11 a.m. Graveside service at Legion Memorial Cemetery, Newellton, at 3 p.m.
Ellis, Shane Joseph
Life Church of Ascension, Galvez, at 1 p.m.
Evans, Mildred Louise Wallace
Rabenhorst Funeral Home, 825 Government St., at 1 p.m.
Horvath, Jozsef ‘Joe’
St. Jude Catholic Church, 9150 Highland Road, at 10 a.m.
Jones, Lucy Higginbotham ‘Tee Bea’
New Providence Baptist Church, Zachary, at 11 a.m.
Korn, Madeleine Sibille (Mrs. Richard C. ‘Dick’)
St. Thomas More Catholic Church, 11441 Goodwood Blvd., at 10:30 a.m.
Landry, Maude Marie
St. Joseph the Worker Catholic Church, Pierre Part, at 11 a.m.
Maranto, Peggy B.
Rabenhorst Funeral Home, 825 Government St., at 2 p.m.
McDonald Sr., Glend
Hall’s Celebration Center, 9348 Scenic Highway, at 11 a.m.
Perkins, Collyn Christopher (infant)
New Light Baptist Church at 1 p.m.
Reed, Margie Saffell
Greenoaks Funeral Home, 9595 Florida Blvd., at 10 a.m.
Roberts, Ruby Blanche Hurst
Clear Creek United Methodist Church, Felixville, at 11 a.m.
Snyder, Woodrow Wilson
Resthaven Funeral Home, 11817 Jefferson Highway, at 11 a.m.
Thibodeaux, Claude ‘Matt’
St. Anthony Catholic Church, Krotz Springs, at 10:30 a.m.
Underwood, Clifford Rembert
First United Methodist Church, Denham Springs, at 11 a.m.
Ardoin, Merlin ‘Picant’ Joseph
EUNICE — Services for Merlin “Picant” Joseph Ardoin, 81, will be at 3:30 p.m. today at Quirk & Son Funeral home. Burial will follow in St. Paul Cemetery. Visitation will be at the funeral home from 8 a.m. today until the services. He died Monday at Acadian Medical Center.
Cole, Will Joseph
BALDWIN — Memorial services for Will Joseph Cole, 94, will be at 2 p.m. today at Sacred Heart Catholic Church. Burial will follow at a later date under direction of David Funeral Home. He died Sunday at Franklin Health Care Center.
Mestayer, Mary Ann Lapeze
NEW IBERIA — Services for Mary Ann Lapeze Mestayer, 92, will be at 11 a.m. today at St. Peter Catholic Church. Entombment will follow in Holy Family Mausoleum under the direction of David Funeral Home. Visitation will be at the funeral home from 8 a.m. today until the services. She died Saturday at her daughter’s residence in Roanoke.
Achord, Pearly M.
A homemaker and resident of Baton Rouge, she died on Sunday, Oct. 5, 2008, at Lane Regional Medical Center, Zachary. She was 82 and a native of Newfoundland. Visitation at Rabenhorst Funeral Home East, 11000 Florida Blvd., on Tuesday, Oct. 7, was from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Visitation resumes in the funeral home chapel on Wednesday from 8 a.m. until religious service at 10 a.m., conducted by Deacon Bruno Rizzo. Burial in Roselawn Memorial Park. She was the beloved wife of Willie Achord for 66 years, mother of Joseph Achord and his wife, Carolyn, sister of Sophie Taylor, of Prince Edward Island, Canada, grandmother of Lisa Poor and her husband, Todd, Robyn Bosworth and her husband, Mike, and Wyatt Achord and his wife, Helen, and great-grandmother of Alexander, Presley, Chloe and Camille. Preceded in death by her parents, Emma and Joseph Martin. She was a member of St. Isidore the Farmer Catholic Church. Pallbearers will be Wyatt, Huey and Joseph Achord, Todd Poor, Stephen Fountana and Roy LaFleur.
Anders, Tyler Paul
A senior at Southeastern Louisiana University in Hammond, he died on Sunday, Oct. 5, 2008, in a car accident. He was 22 and a 2005 graduate of Centreville Academy, where he lettered in football three years. He was an Eagle Scout with Troop 51 in Jackson. He was an employee of Mike’s Audio in Baton Rouge. Visitation at Charlet Funeral Home Inc., Zachary, on Tuesday, Oct. 7, was from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Visitation at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church in Jackson on Wednesday from 9 a.m. until service at 10:30 a.m., conducted by the Rev. Charlie Landry and Michael Dash, youth minister. Burial in Jackson Cemetery in Jackson. Survived by his parents, Mark A. and Nann Odom Anders, Jackson; sister, Andi Anders, Jackson; grandparents, Lloyd and JoAnn Anders, San Antonio; aunts, uncles and cousins, William Paul Odom Jr. and Debbie Odom, of Jackson, Kenneth and Patricia Graham and David and Dana Graham, of Goldsboro, N.C., Kurt and Mary and Ryan Anders, of San Antonio, Karen and Jack Chalk and Christian and Joy and Tracy Chalk of BonAir, South America, Eric and Mary Burleson and Christy and Lauren of San Antonio, Todd and Jenny and Logan Anders, of Dallas, and Mike and Connie Elam and Matthew, Crystal and Adam, of Jackson. Also survived by his beloved pets, Mars, Venus and Duke. Preceded in death by his maternal grandparents, Paul and Elaine Odom; and great-grandmother, Bea Woodward. He loved life and lived life. He was a hero, a brother, a son and a friend. He captured our hearts with a loving smile, an adventurous spirit and his compassionate dreams. He was a member of Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church in Jackson. Memorial donations may be made in his memory to the National MS Society, P.O. Box 4527, New York, NY, 10163. Share sympathies, memories and condolences online at www.CharletFuneralHome.com.
Averett, Sarah Earline
Foster
A loving wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother, she peacefully went to be with the Lord on Monday, Oct. 6, 2008, surrounded by her family. A resident of Denham Springs and a native of Eddiston, Miss., she is survived by her devoted husband, Elmo Ray Averett, of Denham Springs. They were to be married 50 years on Feb. 6, 2009. She earned degrees from Baton Rouge Business College and Denham Springs Beauty College, and retired as a secretary with the state of Louisiana and the Veterans Administration. Earline was deeply devoted to the Lord and was honored to serve as past secretary clerk of Walker Baptist Church and pianist of Eden Baptist Church for many years. She was the author of her autobiography and first book, “Striking Courage,” and she enjoyed being a member of the 4-H Club, high school cheerleader, soloist, girl’s ensemble, piano teacher. She was involved in many other activities until her battle with diabetes and congestive heart failure. She is also survived by her five children and their spouses, Anita Rae Wingard, Barbara Ann and Danny Mizell, William Ellis “Billy” Averett, Sherry Dale and Steve Bronston and Lucy and Thomas Pace; brothers and sisters-in-law, Johnnie and Shirley Foster, Charles Foster, the Rev. Alton and Jimmie Ann Foster; sister and brother-in-law, Delores and Frank Sauciunas; eight grandchildren, Nicholas Rousseau, Joseph Rousseau, Denver Mizell, Jessie Wingard, Derek Mizell, Jacob Bronston, Raegan Pace and Cassie Bronston; three great-grandchildren, Caleb McNabb, and twins, Destiny and Nevaeh Hull; numerous other cousins, nieces, and nephews. Earline was preceded in death by her parents, William Johnny and Sarah Isabelle Foster; and sister-in-law, Colleen Purvis Foster. Pallbearers will be grandsons and nephew, Joey Averett. Arrangements made by Renaissance Funeral Service of Gonzales. Visitation at Eden Baptist Church in Denham Springs on Thursday from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. and Friday from 9 a.m. until service at 11 a.m. Earline will be deeply missed by all and the family would like to extend special thanks to Hospice of Baton Rouge, as well as many others who lifted her up daily in prayer. “Blessed are the peacemakers: for they shall be called the children of God.” Matthew 5:9.
Boyd, Jerry Willie ‘Taw Taw’
Jerry Boyd was a resident of Zachary and born in Pricedale, Miss., on Aug. 15, 1943. He passed away on Sunday, Oct. 5, 2008, at M.D. Anderson Cancer Center in Houston. He was a retired locomotive engineer from Illinois Central Railroad, former mayor of Slaughter and president of the Pointe Coupee South Homeowners Association. He was married to his best friend and love of his life, Linda S. Boyd, for 45 years. They enjoyed traveling together and participating in civic organizations. Most of all, they truly loved their family and enjoyed participating in activities with their church family at Olive Branch Baptist Church in Slaughter. He was an avid woodworker and gardener and enjoyed participating in his grandchildren’s sports activities. He also organized the Slaughter softball park. He is survived by his wife, Linda S. Boyd, of Zachary; two sons and a daughter-in-law, Dwayne Boyd, of Dallas, and Derek and Wendy Boyd, of Zachary; two precious grandchildren who brought him so much joy, Tyler Boyd and Marlee Samantha “Sami” Boyd, both of Zachary; four sisters, Mary Brent, Ferriday, Kippy Bibby, Jackie Alexander and Sheila Deer, all of Zachary; two brothers, Thomas Boyd and his wife, Gloria Boyd, and Donny Boyd and his wife, Marian, all of Pricedale, Miss.; two mothers-in-law, Mae Bell Branch, and Christine Hendricks and her husband, Paul, all of McComb, Miss.; and very special aunt and uncle, Paul and Christine Hendricks, McComb; brothers and sisters-in-law, Ray and Annette Branch and Ronald and Dianne Moore, all of McComb; and numerous nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by a daughter, Samantha Lynn Boyd; parents, Grady Willie Boyd and Irma Unita Alexander Boyd; brothers, Billy Joe Boyd and Bobby Boyd; and sister, Wyno Brent. Pallbearers will be Tyler Boyd, Gary “Peanut” Boyd, Mickey Boyd, Wayne Boyd, Dock Boyd, Mark Boyd, Kelby Brent, Blake Boyd, Brad Alexander and Dana Paul Alexander. Visiting at Charlet Funeral Home Inc., Zachary, on Wednesday, Oct. 8, from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Visiting resumes at the funeral home on Thursday from 9 a.m. until service at 10 a.m., conducted by the Rev. Rusty Bowser and the Rev. Basil Wicker. Burial in Calvary Baptist Church Cemetery, Pricedale. Share sympathies, memories and condolences at www.charletfuneralhome.com.
Breland, Margaret Pratt
She was a retired accountant with Our Lady of the Lake Regional Medical Center Food Services. A resident of Baton Rouge, she passed away on Monday, Oct. 6, 2008, at The Guest House. She was 85 and a native of Wiggins, Miss. Visitation at Greenoaks Funeral Home, 9595 Florida Blvd., on Wednesday, Oct. 8, from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Visitation resumes at the funeral home on Thursday from 9 a.m. until service at 10 a.m., conducted by the Rev. George Hail and the Rev. Jay Hogewood. Interment in Greenoaks Memorial Park. Margaret is survived by a son and daughter-in-law, Robert R. and Cherry S. Breland; four grandchildren, Robert R. Breland Jr. and wife Rebecca R., David Randel Breland and wife Carol Mosley, Bradley S. Breland and wife Linda T., and Robin M. Breland; and two great-grandchildren, Daniel B. Breland and Maya Grace Breland. Preceded in death by her husband, Clarence Lamar Breland; father, Richard Green Pratt; and mother, Frances E. Bond. Margaret was a charter member of Goodwood Baptist Church. In her later years, she was a member of University Baptist Church and a lifetime dedicated member of her Sunday school class. In lieu of flowers, donation may be made to Life Source Hospice.
Callahan, Eugene Jack
Eugene Jack Callahan, a native of Maringouin and a resident of Baton Rouge, passed away on Monday, Oct. 6, 2008, at Our Lady of the Lake Regional Medical Center. Jack served and defended his country in the U.S. Army. He was a district commercial supervisor for South Central Bell with 31 years of service. After retirement, he followed his passion for sales with a 20-year career as a Realtor with C.J. Brown. Visitation at Seale Funeral Home, Denham Springs, on Wednesday, Oct. 8, from 9 a.m. until service at 1 p.m. Entombment in the Evergreen Mausoleum. Survived by his wife, Dean Firman Callahan; daughter, Jackie Callahan; son and daughter-in-law, Joel and Phyllis Callahan; granddaughters, Hillary and Haley Callahan; grandsons, Paxton and Dexter Turner; sister, Colleen Martin; brother, Olaf Ted Callahan; and numerous nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by his parents, Fred “Ted” and Mattie Myers Callahan; and brothers, Maxie and Jerry Callahan. A heartfelt thank you to Margaret Ray, Leslee Taylor, Dr. Christopher McCanless, Dr. Richard Petty, Dr. Ronald Ceruti and the staff of Our Lady of the Lake Outpatient Oncology Clinic for their loving care and St. George Volunteer Fire Department, George O’Neal Substation, for their kind, dedicated service. The family would appreciate memorial donations to Cancer Services of Greater Baton Rouge, 550 Lobdell Ave., Baton Rouge, LA 70806. Jack will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved him.
Daves, Thomas Anthony
A slot technician in the gaming industry, he died Tuesday, Oct. 7, 2008, at Baton Rouge General Medical Center-Mid City in the presence of family and friends. He was 53, a resident of Port Allen and a native of St. Joseph. Visiting at Wilbert Services, Port Allen, on Wednesday, Oct. 8, from 8 a.m. until religious service at 11 a.m., conducted by Brother Shawn Ostoj. A brief graveside service will be held at Legion Memorial Cemetery, Newellton, on Wednesday at 3 p.m. Survived by his daughter, Leigh Toni Daves Matt; brother, Johnny Daves and wife Connie; ex-wife, Peggy Daves Dauzat; uncle, Tom Risico; and three grandchildren, Mason, Emily and Eva. Preceded in death by his grandparents, Billie and Nellie Risico and George and Laura Daves; and parents, John Ervin and Toni Daves. Pallbearers will be Leonard Hayes, Pete Palermo, Trung Nguyen, Jordy Reed, Barry Esnault and Moises Espinoza. He was an active participant with Greenpeace, loved photography, especially taking pictures of his daughter, and also loved cooking.
Domingue, Rhonda Morales ‘Nonnie’
A homemaker and a resident of Pierre Part, she died at 11:27 p.m. Monday, Oct. 6, 2008, in Baton Rouge. She was 43 and a native of Paincourtville. Visiting at Ourso Funeral Home, Pierre Part, on Thursday, Oct. 9, from 6 p.m. to Friday, Oct. 10, at 10:45 a.m. Mass of Christian Burial at St. Joseph the Worker Catholic Church, Pierre Part, on Friday at 11 a.m. Interment in the church cemetery. Survived by her father and mother, Carol Joseph Domingue Sr. and Rita Mae Blanchard, of Pierre Part; two daughters, Chasity and Heather Morales, both of Pierre Part; son, Herbert Morales Jr., Pierre Part; two sisters, Darla and Ashley Domingue, both of Pierre Part; five brothers, Brent Blanchard and Carol Domingue Jr., both of Pierre Part, Troy Domingue, Bayou Vista, Chad Domingue, Sorrento, and Dwayne Domingue, Pierre Part; and grandchild, Brooklyn Marie Morales.
Ellis, Shane Joseph
A carpenter and resident of Maurepas, he died Sunday morning, Oct. 5, 2008, in Head of Island. He was 32 and a native of Baton Rouge. Visiting at Life Church of Ascension, 15267 Joe Sevario Road, Galvez, on Wednesday, Oct. 8, from 9 a.m. until service at 1 p.m., conducted by Crestly Pierce. Burial in church cemetery. Survived by his wife, Tracey Ellis; parents, Curtis and Shirley Ellis; two sons, Trent Joseph Ellis and Jacob Shane Ellis; two sisters, Rhonda Lawrence and Yvette Lanoux; and two brothers, Michael Ellis and twin Shawn Ellis. Preceded in death by his birth mother, Emma “Deannie” Ellis. Pallbearers will be Chris and Christopher Lanoux, Eric Ellis, Shaun McClard, Jerry Moran and Rick Short. Honorary pallbearers are Michael Ellis and Joey Andrews. Arrangements by Renaissance Services Inc., Gonzales, (225) 664-2976.
Hebert, Catherine
Southwick
A housewife, resident and native of Baton Rouge, she died at 8:19 a.m. Monday, Oct. 6, 2008, from oral cancer at her home. She was 86. Visiting at Resthaven Funeral Home, 11817 Jefferson Highway, on Wednesday, Oct. 8, from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Visiting at St. Thomas More Catholic Church on Thursday from 10 a.m. until Mass of Christian Burial at 11 a.m., with the Rev. Henry W. Gautreau Jr., celebrant. She is survived by three daughters, Cathy Safft, Chris Jackson and Eileen Mathis; a son, Tommy Hebert; a brother, George Southwick; 13 grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Preceded in death by her husband, Thomas P. Hebert. Pallbearers will be Matt and Charlie Hebert, Guy, Ben and Peter Davis, Michael Slone, Jacob Mathis and Clif Davis. She was a cheerleader for Catholic High and a graduate of St. Joseph’s Academy. She loved gardening, enjoyed long rides in the country, but most of all her family. Special thanks to In His Care Hospice for their care and assistance, especially Kim, Alicia, Pierre and Beth. Please sign the online guestbook at www.resthavenbatonrouge.com.
Jones Sr., James W. ‘Jimmy’
James W. “Jimmy” Jones Sr., 68, a native of St. Landry Parish and a previous resident of Grand Prairie, passed away at his home in Holden on Monday, Oct. 6, 2008. Jimmy was the owner of Airline Diesel Co. in Baton Rouge and loved to camp, travel and fish in his spare time. He served in the U.S. Army during the Cuban Missile Crisis. Jimmy and his wife attended St. Margaret Catholic Church in Albany. He is survived by his wonderful wife of 50 years, Barbara Ann Tanner Jones; son, James W. “Jimmy” Jones Jr. and wife Marie; daughter, Lorey Jones Martin and husband Russell; six grandchildren, Cody and Austin Jones, Mickey and Madalynn Martin, Hannah and Bayli Sanchez; along with expected great-grandson, Riley Derrick Jones, who will be born any day now. His parents, two sisters and two brothers preceded him in death. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the funeral service from the chapel of Brandon G. Thompson Funeral Home of Hammond on Thursday, Oct. 9, at 10 a.m., with the Rev. Cayet Mangiaracina, O.P., celebrant. The family requests that visiting hours be observed at the funeral home on Wednesday, Oct. 8, from 5:30 p.m. to 9 p.m., with a recitation of the rosary at 6:30 p.m. Visitation resumes on Thursday from 8 a.m. until service time. Military interment in Springfield Cemetery. Condolences and other information available online at www.bgthompsonfuneralhome.com.
Kirby, Mercedes Gust ‘Maw Maw’
Mercedes Gust Kirby, 95, a lifelong resident of Zachary, died Tuesday, Oct. 7, 2008. She was a retired rural letter carrier with the U.S. Postal Service with more than 30 years of service. Visitation at Charlet Funeral Home Inc., Zachary, on Thursday, Oct. 9, from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Visitation resumes at the funeral home on Friday, Oct. 10, from 8:30 a.m. until service at 10 a.m., conducted by the Rev. Danny Grieg. Burial in Milldale Baptist Church Cemetery. Preceded in death by her husband of 47 years, Joseph Wilson “Joey” Kirby; parents, Paul and Theresa Gust; daughter, Vivian Kirby Hampton; brothers, Elmer and Authur Gust; and sisters, Lily Gust Hooge, Emma Gust Wendt and Rosie Gust. She is survived by five children, Dorothy Kirby Cedotal Robertson and Gladys Kirby Cooper, both of Zachary, John Russel Kirby and wife Greta, of Greensburg, Harold Wilson Kirby and wife Betty, and Elmer Lee Kirby, all of Zachary; grandchildren, Danny Cedotal, Krystal Nettles, Holley Lipscomb, Ann Crochet, Lynn Bennett, Jimmy Cooper, Jerry Cooper, Jeff Cooper, Jan Byland, Durel Kirby, Brannon Kirby, Brittany Kirby, Jimmy Robertson and Michael Robertson; great-grandchildren, D.J. Cedotal, Charlie Cedotal, Tabatha Nettles, Angel Hargrave, Beth Hargrave, Marlee Lavigne, Jillian Lavigne, Victoria Bennett, Isabelle Bennett, Sophie Bennett, Kim Cooper, Nicholas Cooper, Joey Cooper, Randall Cooper, Orrin Byland, Zane Byland, Lucas Byland, Kirby Byland, Abbie Kirby, Alison Kirby, Blake Kirby, Angela Creasy, J.J. Creasy, Rick Lipscomb, Josh Lipscomb, Mechelle Robertson, Michael Robertson and Shaun Harris; and great-great-grandchildren, William Drew Cooper, Jase Serignet, Anna Creasy, Josh Lipscomb, Dustin Lipscomb and Katlyn and Kristina Harris. Pallbearers will be Danny Cedotal, Lee Nettles, Jimmy Cooper, Durel Kirby, Art Bennett and Brannon Kirby. She loved working in her vegetable and flower gardens. She loved and was loved by everyone she met. Friends wishing to make memorial donations in her name are invited to donate to their favorite charity. Share sympathies, condolences and memories online at www.CharletFuneralHome.com.
Korn, Madeleine Sibille
(Mrs. Richard C. ‘Dick’)
A retired teacher and social worker, she died at 2:10 a.m. Sunday, Oct. 5, 2008, at the Hospice of Baton Rouge Butterfly Wing. She was born in Sunset on Nov. 28, 1931, and was a resident of Baton Rouge. Visitation at Rabenhorst Funeral Home East, 11000 Florida Blvd., on Tuesday, Oct. 7, was from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Visitation at St. Thomas More Catholic Church, 11441 Goodwood Blvd., on Wednesday from 9:30 a.m. until Mass of Christian Burial at 10:30 a.m., with the Rev. Jerome Frey, celebrant. Burial in Greenoaks Memorial Park. Survived by her husband of 53 years, Richard C. Korn; daughter and son-in-law, Karen and Charles Pesson; two sons, Richard M. and Michael Korn; two sisters, Lou Wilda Andrus and Lilbun Leonhard; eight brothers, Royden, Carlys, Winfred, Frederich, Irwin, Darrell, Dennis and Paul Sibille; and five grandchildren, Chris Mestayer, Kara and Kelly Pesson, Anna Endres and Savannah Korn. Preceded in death by a daughter, Patricia Mestayer-Endres; parents, Pauline Lavergne and Leo J. Sibille; and two brothers, Gordain and Stanley Sibille. The family offers special thanks to Dr. Michael Rolfsen and Dr. Christine Smith for their compassion and effort throughout Madeleine’s illness. She was member of St. Thomas More Catholic Church, an avid doll collector and a graduate of Sunset High School, the University of Louisiana at Lafayette and LSU. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital or a favorite charity.
Milliken, Marcia Morgan
Marcia Morgan Milliken, 60, a native of Baton Rouge and a resident of Zachary, died on Monday, Oct. 6, 2008, at Lane Nursing Home, Zachary. She was a retired bank teller with the Bank of Zachary. Visitation at Charlet Funeral Home Inc., Zachary, on Wednesday, Oct. 8, from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Visitation at Galilee Baptist Church on Thursday from 8:30 a.m. until service at 10 a.m., conducted by the Rev. Ron Lowery. Burial in Roselawn Cemetery. She is survived by two sons, Louis Maylon Milliken Jr. and his wife, Sherri Phillips Milliken, of Elon, N.C., and Carey Marshall Milliken and his wife, Shelley Thompson Milliken, of Ethel; two sisters, Nina Morgan Gayle and her husband, Larry, of Clinton, and Sue Morgan Mestepey and her husband, Rogers, of Zachary; brother, Ernest Lenwood Morgan Jr. and his wife, Tammy Travis Morgan, of Zachary; four grandchildren, Breanna Vice, Lynzlee Milliken, Carley Milliken and Zachary Bingaman. Preceded in death by her parents, Ernest and Betty Jo Morgan; special uncles and aunts, Allen Eugene Morgan and Nina Muriel Morgan and Stanley Smith and Alvin Smith. Share sympathies, condolences and memories at www.CharletFuneralHome.com.
Parker, Walter Carlton ‘Daddy’ ‘Poppy’
‘Uncle Walter’
“I have fought a good fight, I have finished my course, I have kept the faith.” II Timothy 4:7. Born on Jan. 3, 1935, in Slagle, he died at 7:45 p.m. Monday, Oct. 6, 2008, at his home in Watson. He was a former employee of Allied Chemical and Superior Steel Inc. Survived by his wife, Mary Ann Sanchez; two daughters and sons-in-law, Sabrina and Ken Scritchfield, of Fort Walton Beach, Fla., and Latina and Jim Douglas, of Hammond; four grandchildren, Joshua Scritchfield and wife Liz, of Memphis, Tenn., Shannon Gaudern and husband Zane, of Fort Walton Beach, Elizabeth Mumphrey, of Hammond, and Amber Mumphrey and friend Carleton Ellsworth, of Walker; two stepgrandchildren, Kawliga and Kyle Douglas, of Hammond; two great-grandchildren, Sara Scritchfield, of Cheyenne, Wyo., and Paul Mumphrey, of Watson; sister, Bonnie Rheams, of Wakefield; sister and brother-in-law, Bobbie and Joseph Easley, of Pride; brother and sister-in-law, Ronnie and Viola Parker, of Tyler, Texas; and numerous nieces, nephews and friends. Preceded in death by his son, Carlton Wayne Parker; mother and father, Elizabeth and Andrew Parker; five sisters, Cora Michelli, Jessie Sanders, Geneva Knippers, Hazel Sanders and Agnes Parker; and brother, Elton Parker. Visiting at Resthaven Funeral Home, 11817 Jefferson Highway, on Wednesday, Oct. 8, from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. and Thursday from 8 a.m. until service at 9 a.m., officiated by the Rev. Donnie Easley. Burial in Resthaven Gardens of Memory. Pallbearers will be Joshua Scritchfield, Ken Scritchfield, Carleton Ellsworth, James Rheams, Glenn Rheams, Joey Easley, Jeff Easley and Troy Sanders. Honorary pallbearer is Paul Mumphrey. In lieu of flowers, the family requests a donation be made to Cardinal Hospice, Alzheimer’s Services of the Capital Area or a charity of choice. Please visit the online guestbook at www.resthavenbatonrouge.com.
Royce, Joseph Michael
A light from our hearts has dimmed, a voice we loved is no more and our hearts will never be whole again. A resident of Baton Rouge, our son, brother and uncle passed away on Saturday, Oct. 4, 2008, after a long battle with Lupus at age 28. Visitation at Seale Funeral Home, Denham Springs, on Thursday, Oct. 9, from 11 a.m. until memorial service in the chapel at 2 p.m., conducted by the Rev. Jeff Haley. He is survived by his parents, Michelle and Randy Royce; sister and brother-in-law, Kathy and Carey Boone; niece, Stephanie Boone; beloved child, Mikayla Setoudeh; and numerous other family and friends. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to help with funeral expenses.
Sanchez, Sonney Pierre
A drywall contractor and a resident of Pierre Part, he died Monday, Oct. 6, 2008, at Thibodaux Regional Medical Center. He was 74 and a native of Brusly St. Martin. Visiting at Ourso Funeral Home, Donaldsonville, on Wednesday, Oct. 8, from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. and Thursday from 8 a.m. to 10:45 a.m. Mass of Christian Burial at St. Joseph the Worker Catholic Church, Pierre Part, on Thursday at 11 a.m. Entombment in the church mausoleum. Survived by his wife, Wineva Blanchard Sanchez; two daughters and sons-in-law, Janis and Kevin Glaviana and Tammy and Bruce Rivere, all of Pierre Part; three sons, Brady and wife Brenda Sanchez, Napoleonville, and Rickie Sanchez and fiancée Alison Menuet, and Randall Sanchez and fiancée April Menuet, all of Pierre Part; sister, Gertie Sanchez Grandin, Pierre Part; 15 grandchildren, Rhett and Triche Blanchard, Seth and Callie Pujol, Aimee, Abbie, Beau, Tory, Trey, Lacey, Hope, Brooke, Nicholas, Julia and Maci Sanchez; and six great-grandchildren, Camryn and Taylor Theriot, Chloe and Payton Borne, Molly Grace Sanchez and Mylee Rivere. Preceded in death by his parents, Clarence and Gloria Albarado Sanchez; granddaughter, Hope Michelle Blanchard; mother-in-law and father-in-law, Lelia Breaux Blanchard and Henry Blanchard; godchild, Arleen Simoneaux Goetz; nephew, Nathan Blanchard; and brother-in-law, Willie Blanchard.
Snyder, Woodrow Wilson
A retired Ethyl Corp. employee with 35 years of service and a lifelong resident of Baton Rouge, Woodrow W. Snyder was born on Nov. 3, 1918, in Baywood. He died at 6:45 a.m. Sunday, Oct. 5, 2008, at Flannery Oaks Guest House. He was 89 and a World War II veteran of the U.S. Navy, having served on the USS Malabar (AF-37) as a motor machinist’s mate. Visiting at Resthaven Funeral Home, 11817 Jefferson Highway, on Wednesday, Oct. 8, from 9 a.m. until religious service at 11 a.m., conducted by the Rev. Glen Miers, associate pastor of Zoar Baptist Church. Interment in Resthaven Gardens of Memory. Survived by his wife of 69 years, Evelyn Rose Karns Snyder, Baton Rouge; daughter and son-in-law, Judith Snyder Milam and Walter G. Milam, Central; daughter-in-law and husband, Juanita and Mike Earnheart, Central; six grandchildren, Brett LeBlanc and wife Regina, Prairieville, Steve LeBlanc and Janet Wells, Baton Rouge, Gary LeBlanc, Central, Jessica Snyder and Justin Snyder, both of Baton Rouge, Jordan Snyder, Bossier City; two stepgrandsons, Jason Milam, Prairieville, and Benjamin Milam and wife Tara, Jackson, Miss.; and 10 great-grandchildren, Erica, Matthew, Autumn, Brandon, Carlyn, Drew and Christina LeBlanc, Devin, Cici and Gwen Milam; many special nieces and nephews; and special friend, Sue Anderson, Spring, Texas. Preceded in death by his parents, Eugene and Maud Drury Snyder; two sons, Woodrow W. Snyder Jr. and Christopher E. Snyder; brother, Drury L. Snyder Sr.; and two sisters, Ellen Snyder Carr and Mildred Snyder. Pallbearers will be his grandsons, Brett and Steve LeBlanc, Justin and Jordan Snyder and Jason and Ben Milam. Honorary pallbearer is Gary LeBlanc. He was a member of Zoar Baptist Church for more than 50 years. Memorial donations may be made to Zoar Baptist Church. The family would like to thank Flannery Oaks Guest House for all their loving care. Please visit the online guestbook at www.resthavenbatonrouge.com.
Thrower, Corine Seale
Funeral service for Mrs. Corine Seale Thrower, 89, of Bastrop, and formerly of Slaughter, will be held at the chapel of Cox Funeral Home of Bastrop on Thursday, Oct. 9, 2008, at 9 a.m., with the Rev. Jim Ingram officiating. The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Wednesday from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. and at Sandy Creek Baptist Church, near Zachary, on Thursday from 3 p.m. until graveside service at the church cemetery at 4 p.m., with the Rev. Jerry Potts officiating. Corine Seale Thrower was born Aug. 24, 1919, in Felecia, Texas, the only child of George Edward and Lucy Wilson Seale. She died Monday, Oct. 6, 2008, at the LeGrand Health Care Center, Bastrop. Corine received her bachelor’s degree in music and a minor in education from Baylor University in Waco, Texas. Corine taught school for more than 35 years and also taught piano for more than 40 years. She was married to the Rev. Seth Thrower for 30 years. Corine was a full-time teacher in St. Landry Parish until 1983. She moved to Bastrop where she lived until 2001 with her son, Tom, before moving to Pride to be near her daughter. While in Pride, Corine was a member of the Sandy Creek Baptist Church. In 2006, she returned to Bastrop, where she resided at the LeGrand Health Care Center and was a member of the First Baptist Church of Bastrop. Corine was also a member of the Daughters of the American Revolution for more than 40 years, member and past regent of the Abram Morehouse Chapter of the DAR, member of the Pointe Coupee Chapter in New Roads and the John James Audubon Chapter in Baton Rouge. Corine held membership in the Colonel John Milton Sandidge Chapter of the United Daughters of the Confederacy, Family History Club of Bastrop, Scottish Society of Northeast Louisiana, Martha Randolph Chapter of the 17th Century Colonial Dames, and was a charter member and past president of the Feliciana Chapter of the 17th Century Colonial Dames. She was looking forward to becoming a charter member of the Benton’s Bell Battery Chapter of the United Daughters of Confederacy in Monroe. Corine was preceded in death by her parents; husband, the Rev. Seth Joseph Thrower; and a great-great-grandchild. Survived by her daughter, Patricia Bringol and husband Ryland “Ron” Bringol, of Slaughter; two sons, Wilson Miles Thrower, of Ponchatoula, and Tom Thrower and wife Monica Thrower, of Bastrop; six grandchildren, Bridget Forbes, Sherrie Broussard, Angela Parent, Troy Thrower, Michael Thrower and Lauren Corine Thrower; 13 great-grandchildren and a great-great-grandchild. Serving as pallbearers will be Ryland “Ron” Bringol, Roy Forbes, Eric Forbes, Kevin Forbes, Kerry Broussard and Butch Bates. The family wishes to extend a special “thank you” to Dr. Carter Cox, Dr. Hershal Dean and the entire staff of the LeGrand Health Care Center for their care and concern extended to their mother. Any planned memorials should be made to the Louisiana Baptist Children’s Home in Monroe or the American Cancer Society. www.coxfuneral.com.
Turner, Isaac Asberry ‘Sha-Kitten’
A resident and native of Plaquemine, he died on Thursday, Oct 2, 2008, at Baton Rouge General Medical Center-Bluebonnet. He was 67. Visiting at Pugh’s Mortuary, 58233 Plaquemine St., Plaquemine, on Wednesday, Oct. 8, from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Visitation at Mount Airy Baptist Church, 62440 Rev. Calvin Jenkins St., Plaquemine, on Thursday from 9 a.m. until religious service at 11 a.m., conducted by the Rev. Lionel Johnson. Interment in Grace Memorial Park. Survived by his mother, John Ethel Bouvay; two sons and daughters-in-law, Floyd and Donna Turner and David and Vershell Turner; six sisters and four brothers-in-law, Celie Pugh, Dorothy and Clarence Gailes, Minnie and Randy Ware, Betty Asberry and Reginald Johnson, Katherine Bouvay and Charles Anderson, and Lucy Jones; brother and sister-in-law, Amos and Virginia Turner; seven grandchildren; two stepgrandchildren; godchild, Ernest Skidmore Jr.; close friends, Mercy Georgetown, Nolan Pugh Sr., Jacqueline Battiste, Joseph Landry Sr. and Leon Richard; and other relatives and friends. Preceded in death by his father, Isaac Asberry; grandmothers, Celie Asberry and Albertha Davis; stepfather, Clarence Bouvay; two brothers, Lawrence Asberry and Leroy Robertson; and brother-in-law, Lawrence Pugh Sr.
Underwood, Clifford Rembert
A longtime resident of Denham Springs, he passed away on Sunday, Oct. 5, 2008, at his home at age 85. He was born and raised in Watson. As a teenager, he enlisted in the U.S. Coast Guard during World War II and served aboard the USS Carson City PF-50. He retired from Allied Chemical as a construction supervisor with 31 years of service. He was also a devoted member of First United Methodist Church, Denham Springs. He was married for 51 years to the late Juanita Jane Facundus Underwood. He is survived by three sons and their wives, Rodney and Karen Glaudi Underwood, David Rembert and Jennifer Benton Underwood and Clifford Neal and Katie Mathews Underwood; four grandchildren, Ragan, Adam Patrick, Sarah Jane and Andrew Clarence Underwood; sister, Virginia U. Meinke; brother, C. Hewitt Underwood Jr.; three sisters-in-law, Bobbie A. Underwood, Ferne M. Underwood and Virginia Facundus; and brother-in-law, Ira “Bo” Hill. In addition to his late wife, he was preceded in death by his parents, Eulalia Lillian Durham and Clarence H. Underwood Sr.; eldest grandson, Evan Jeoffrey Underwood; brothers, James Z. and Scott Underwood; and sisters, Gertrude U. Devall and Mary U. Landry. “Paw Paw” was a kind, generous, devoted and loving husband, father, grandfather, brother and friend. He will be dearly missed. Visitation at Seale Funeral Home, Denham Springs, on Tuesday, Oct. 7, was from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Visitation at First United Methodist Church, Denham Springs, on Wednesday from 9 a.m. until funeral service at 11 a.m., conducted by the Rev. Bob Deich. Burial in Denham Springs Memorial Cemetery. The family would like to express their sincere thanks to the staff of Life Source Hospice and to all of our family and friends for their support and prayers. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations to First United Methodist Church of Denham Springs building fund appreciated.
Vawter, Wenonah Wilson ‘Nonie’
A homemaker and a resident of Fort Worth, Texas, she died Thursday, Sept. 25, 2008. Nonie was 81, born July 17, 1927, in Baton Rouge. Memorial service at Thompson’s, Harveson and Cole Funeral Home, Fort Worth, on Saturday, Oct. 11, at 2 p.m. Private burial at a later date. Survived by her husband of 60 years, Jack. L. Vawter; four daughters, Ann Haynes, Sue Huffman, Jane Ethridge, and Mary Ownby and husband Terry; two sons, Jack L. Vawter Jr., and Scott Vawter and wife Glynell; sister, Regina “Jeanie” Hall, Baton Rouge; brother, Mike Wilson, Baton Rouge; 16 grandchildren, 10 great-grandchildren and 10 great-great-grandchildren. Preceded in death by her parents, Carl and Pearl LeBoeuf Wilson; sister, Pearl Wilson Book; and brother, Bobby Wilson. She graduated from Baton Rouge High School and attended LSU.
Rabenhorst Funeral Home East, 11000 Florida Blvd., at 10 a.m.
Anders, Tyler Paul
Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church, Jackson, at 10:30 a.m.
Bell, Leonard
Carney-Mackey Funeral Home, 1576 Robin St., at 11 a.m.
Callahan, Eugene Jack
Seale Funeral Home, Denham Springs, at 1 p.m.
Colclough, Dorothy Murdock ‘Dot’
Graveside service at Lake Park Cemetery, Laurel, Miss., at 1 p.m.
Daves, Thomas Anthony
Wilbert Services, Port Allen, at 11 a.m. Graveside service at Legion Memorial Cemetery, Newellton, at 3 p.m.
Ellis, Shane Joseph
Life Church of Ascension, Galvez, at 1 p.m.
Evans, Mildred Louise Wallace
Rabenhorst Funeral Home, 825 Government St., at 1 p.m.
Horvath, Jozsef ‘Joe’
St. Jude Catholic Church, 9150 Highland Road, at 10 a.m.
Jones, Lucy Higginbotham ‘Tee Bea’
New Providence Baptist Church, Zachary, at 11 a.m.
Korn, Madeleine Sibille (Mrs. Richard C. ‘Dick’)
St. Thomas More Catholic Church, 11441 Goodwood Blvd., at 10:30 a.m.
Landry, Maude Marie
St. Joseph the Worker Catholic Church, Pierre Part, at 11 a.m.
Maranto, Peggy B.
Rabenhorst Funeral Home, 825 Government St., at 2 p.m.
McDonald Sr., Glend
Hall’s Celebration Center, 9348 Scenic Highway, at 11 a.m.
Perkins, Collyn Christopher (infant)
New Light Baptist Church at 1 p.m.
Reed, Margie Saffell
Greenoaks Funeral Home, 9595 Florida Blvd., at 10 a.m.
Roberts, Ruby Blanche Hurst
Clear Creek United Methodist Church, Felixville, at 11 a.m.
Snyder, Woodrow Wilson
Resthaven Funeral Home, 11817 Jefferson Highway, at 11 a.m.
Thibodeaux, Claude ‘Matt’
St. Anthony Catholic Church, Krotz Springs, at 10:30 a.m.
Underwood, Clifford Rembert
First United Methodist Church, Denham Springs, at 11 a.m.
Ardoin, Merlin ‘Picant’ Joseph
EUNICE — Services for Merlin “Picant” Joseph Ardoin, 81, will be at 3:30 p.m. today at Quirk & Son Funeral home. Burial will follow in St. Paul Cemetery. Visitation will be at the funeral home from 8 a.m. today until the services. He died Monday at Acadian Medical Center.
Cole, Will Joseph
BALDWIN — Memorial services for Will Joseph Cole, 94, will be at 2 p.m. today at Sacred Heart Catholic Church. Burial will follow at a later date under direction of David Funeral Home. He died Sunday at Franklin Health Care Center.
Mestayer, Mary Ann Lapeze
NEW IBERIA — Services for Mary Ann Lapeze Mestayer, 92, will be at 11 a.m. today at St. Peter Catholic Church. Entombment will follow in Holy Family Mausoleum under the direction of David Funeral Home. Visitation will be at the funeral home from 8 a.m. today until the services. She died Saturday at her daughter’s residence in Roanoke.
Achord, Pearly M.
A homemaker and resident of Baton Rouge, she died on Sunday, Oct. 5, 2008, at Lane Regional Medical Center, Zachary. She was 82 and a native of Newfoundland. Visitation at Rabenhorst Funeral Home East, 11000 Florida Blvd., on Tuesday, Oct. 7, was from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Visitation resumes in the funeral home chapel on Wednesday from 8 a.m. until religious service at 10 a.m., conducted by Deacon Bruno Rizzo. Burial in Roselawn Memorial Park. She was the beloved wife of Willie Achord for 66 years, mother of Joseph Achord and his wife, Carolyn, sister of Sophie Taylor, of Prince Edward Island, Canada, grandmother of Lisa Poor and her husband, Todd, Robyn Bosworth and her husband, Mike, and Wyatt Achord and his wife, Helen, and great-grandmother of Alexander, Presley, Chloe and Camille. Preceded in death by her parents, Emma and Joseph Martin. She was a member of St. Isidore the Farmer Catholic Church. Pallbearers will be Wyatt, Huey and Joseph Achord, Todd Poor, Stephen Fountana and Roy LaFleur.
Anders, Tyler Paul
A senior at Southeastern Louisiana University in Hammond, he died on Sunday, Oct. 5, 2008, in a car accident. He was 22 and a 2005 graduate of Centreville Academy, where he lettered in football three years. He was an Eagle Scout with Troop 51 in Jackson. He was an employee of Mike’s Audio in Baton Rouge. Visitation at Charlet Funeral Home Inc., Zachary, on Tuesday, Oct. 7, was from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Visitation at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church in Jackson on Wednesday from 9 a.m. until service at 10:30 a.m., conducted by the Rev. Charlie Landry and Michael Dash, youth minister. Burial in Jackson Cemetery in Jackson. Survived by his parents, Mark A. and Nann Odom Anders, Jackson; sister, Andi Anders, Jackson; grandparents, Lloyd and JoAnn Anders, San Antonio; aunts, uncles and cousins, William Paul Odom Jr. and Debbie Odom, of Jackson, Kenneth and Patricia Graham and David and Dana Graham, of Goldsboro, N.C., Kurt and Mary and Ryan Anders, of San Antonio, Karen and Jack Chalk and Christian and Joy and Tracy Chalk of BonAir, South America, Eric and Mary Burleson and Christy and Lauren of San Antonio, Todd and Jenny and Logan Anders, of Dallas, and Mike and Connie Elam and Matthew, Crystal and Adam, of Jackson. Also survived by his beloved pets, Mars, Venus and Duke. Preceded in death by his maternal grandparents, Paul and Elaine Odom; and great-grandmother, Bea Woodward. He loved life and lived life. He was a hero, a brother, a son and a friend. He captured our hearts with a loving smile, an adventurous spirit and his compassionate dreams. He was a member of Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church in Jackson. Memorial donations may be made in his memory to the National MS Society, P.O. Box 4527, New York, NY, 10163. Share sympathies, memories and condolences online at www.CharletFuneralHome.com.
Averett, Sarah Earline
Foster
A loving wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother, she peacefully went to be with the Lord on Monday, Oct. 6, 2008, surrounded by her family. A resident of Denham Springs and a native of Eddiston, Miss., she is survived by her devoted husband, Elmo Ray Averett, of Denham Springs. They were to be married 50 years on Feb. 6, 2009. She earned degrees from Baton Rouge Business College and Denham Springs Beauty College, and retired as a secretary with the state of Louisiana and the Veterans Administration. Earline was deeply devoted to the Lord and was honored to serve as past secretary clerk of Walker Baptist Church and pianist of Eden Baptist Church for many years. She was the author of her autobiography and first book, “Striking Courage,” and she enjoyed being a member of the 4-H Club, high school cheerleader, soloist, girl’s ensemble, piano teacher. She was involved in many other activities until her battle with diabetes and congestive heart failure. She is also survived by her five children and their spouses, Anita Rae Wingard, Barbara Ann and Danny Mizell, William Ellis “Billy” Averett, Sherry Dale and Steve Bronston and Lucy and Thomas Pace; brothers and sisters-in-law, Johnnie and Shirley Foster, Charles Foster, the Rev. Alton and Jimmie Ann Foster; sister and brother-in-law, Delores and Frank Sauciunas; eight grandchildren, Nicholas Rousseau, Joseph Rousseau, Denver Mizell, Jessie Wingard, Derek Mizell, Jacob Bronston, Raegan Pace and Cassie Bronston; three great-grandchildren, Caleb McNabb, and twins, Destiny and Nevaeh Hull; numerous other cousins, nieces, and nephews. Earline was preceded in death by her parents, William Johnny and Sarah Isabelle Foster; and sister-in-law, Colleen Purvis Foster. Pallbearers will be grandsons and nephew, Joey Averett. Arrangements made by Renaissance Funeral Service of Gonzales. Visitation at Eden Baptist Church in Denham Springs on Thursday from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. and Friday from 9 a.m. until service at 11 a.m. Earline will be deeply missed by all and the family would like to extend special thanks to Hospice of Baton Rouge, as well as many others who lifted her up daily in prayer. “Blessed are the peacemakers: for they shall be called the children of God.” Matthew 5:9.
Boyd, Jerry Willie ‘Taw Taw’
Jerry Boyd was a resident of Zachary and born in Pricedale, Miss., on Aug. 15, 1943. He passed away on Sunday, Oct. 5, 2008, at M.D. Anderson Cancer Center in Houston. He was a retired locomotive engineer from Illinois Central Railroad, former mayor of Slaughter and president of the Pointe Coupee South Homeowners Association. He was married to his best friend and love of his life, Linda S. Boyd, for 45 years. They enjoyed traveling together and participating in civic organizations. Most of all, they truly loved their family and enjoyed participating in activities with their church family at Olive Branch Baptist Church in Slaughter. He was an avid woodworker and gardener and enjoyed participating in his grandchildren’s sports activities. He also organized the Slaughter softball park. He is survived by his wife, Linda S. Boyd, of Zachary; two sons and a daughter-in-law, Dwayne Boyd, of Dallas, and Derek and Wendy Boyd, of Zachary; two precious grandchildren who brought him so much joy, Tyler Boyd and Marlee Samantha “Sami” Boyd, both of Zachary; four sisters, Mary Brent, Ferriday, Kippy Bibby, Jackie Alexander and Sheila Deer, all of Zachary; two brothers, Thomas Boyd and his wife, Gloria Boyd, and Donny Boyd and his wife, Marian, all of Pricedale, Miss.; two mothers-in-law, Mae Bell Branch, and Christine Hendricks and her husband, Paul, all of McComb, Miss.; and very special aunt and uncle, Paul and Christine Hendricks, McComb; brothers and sisters-in-law, Ray and Annette Branch and Ronald and Dianne Moore, all of McComb; and numerous nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by a daughter, Samantha Lynn Boyd; parents, Grady Willie Boyd and Irma Unita Alexander Boyd; brothers, Billy Joe Boyd and Bobby Boyd; and sister, Wyno Brent. Pallbearers will be Tyler Boyd, Gary “Peanut” Boyd, Mickey Boyd, Wayne Boyd, Dock Boyd, Mark Boyd, Kelby Brent, Blake Boyd, Brad Alexander and Dana Paul Alexander. Visiting at Charlet Funeral Home Inc., Zachary, on Wednesday, Oct. 8, from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Visiting resumes at the funeral home on Thursday from 9 a.m. until service at 10 a.m., conducted by the Rev. Rusty Bowser and the Rev. Basil Wicker. Burial in Calvary Baptist Church Cemetery, Pricedale. Share sympathies, memories and condolences at www.charletfuneralhome.com.
Breland, Margaret Pratt
She was a retired accountant with Our Lady of the Lake Regional Medical Center Food Services. A resident of Baton Rouge, she passed away on Monday, Oct. 6, 2008, at The Guest House. She was 85 and a native of Wiggins, Miss. Visitation at Greenoaks Funeral Home, 9595 Florida Blvd., on Wednesday, Oct. 8, from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Visitation resumes at the funeral home on Thursday from 9 a.m. until service at 10 a.m., conducted by the Rev. George Hail and the Rev. Jay Hogewood. Interment in Greenoaks Memorial Park. Margaret is survived by a son and daughter-in-law, Robert R. and Cherry S. Breland; four grandchildren, Robert R. Breland Jr. and wife Rebecca R., David Randel Breland and wife Carol Mosley, Bradley S. Breland and wife Linda T., and Robin M. Breland; and two great-grandchildren, Daniel B. Breland and Maya Grace Breland. Preceded in death by her husband, Clarence Lamar Breland; father, Richard Green Pratt; and mother, Frances E. Bond. Margaret was a charter member of Goodwood Baptist Church. In her later years, she was a member of University Baptist Church and a lifetime dedicated member of her Sunday school class. In lieu of flowers, donation may be made to Life Source Hospice.
Callahan, Eugene Jack
Eugene Jack Callahan, a native of Maringouin and a resident of Baton Rouge, passed away on Monday, Oct. 6, 2008, at Our Lady of the Lake Regional Medical Center. Jack served and defended his country in the U.S. Army. He was a district commercial supervisor for South Central Bell with 31 years of service. After retirement, he followed his passion for sales with a 20-year career as a Realtor with C.J. Brown. Visitation at Seale Funeral Home, Denham Springs, on Wednesday, Oct. 8, from 9 a.m. until service at 1 p.m. Entombment in the Evergreen Mausoleum. Survived by his wife, Dean Firman Callahan; daughter, Jackie Callahan; son and daughter-in-law, Joel and Phyllis Callahan; granddaughters, Hillary and Haley Callahan; grandsons, Paxton and Dexter Turner; sister, Colleen Martin; brother, Olaf Ted Callahan; and numerous nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by his parents, Fred “Ted” and Mattie Myers Callahan; and brothers, Maxie and Jerry Callahan. A heartfelt thank you to Margaret Ray, Leslee Taylor, Dr. Christopher McCanless, Dr. Richard Petty, Dr. Ronald Ceruti and the staff of Our Lady of the Lake Outpatient Oncology Clinic for their loving care and St. George Volunteer Fire Department, George O’Neal Substation, for their kind, dedicated service. The family would appreciate memorial donations to Cancer Services of Greater Baton Rouge, 550 Lobdell Ave., Baton Rouge, LA 70806. Jack will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved him.
Daves, Thomas Anthony
A slot technician in the gaming industry, he died Tuesday, Oct. 7, 2008, at Baton Rouge General Medical Center-Mid City in the presence of family and friends. He was 53, a resident of Port Allen and a native of St. Joseph. Visiting at Wilbert Services, Port Allen, on Wednesday, Oct. 8, from 8 a.m. until religious service at 11 a.m., conducted by Brother Shawn Ostoj. A brief graveside service will be held at Legion Memorial Cemetery, Newellton, on Wednesday at 3 p.m. Survived by his daughter, Leigh Toni Daves Matt; brother, Johnny Daves and wife Connie; ex-wife, Peggy Daves Dauzat; uncle, Tom Risico; and three grandchildren, Mason, Emily and Eva. Preceded in death by his grandparents, Billie and Nellie Risico and George and Laura Daves; and parents, John Ervin and Toni Daves. Pallbearers will be Leonard Hayes, Pete Palermo, Trung Nguyen, Jordy Reed, Barry Esnault and Moises Espinoza. He was an active participant with Greenpeace, loved photography, especially taking pictures of his daughter, and also loved cooking.
Domingue, Rhonda Morales ‘Nonnie’
A homemaker and a resident of Pierre Part, she died at 11:27 p.m. Monday, Oct. 6, 2008, in Baton Rouge. She was 43 and a native of Paincourtville. Visiting at Ourso Funeral Home, Pierre Part, on Thursday, Oct. 9, from 6 p.m. to Friday, Oct. 10, at 10:45 a.m. Mass of Christian Burial at St. Joseph the Worker Catholic Church, Pierre Part, on Friday at 11 a.m. Interment in the church cemetery. Survived by her father and mother, Carol Joseph Domingue Sr. and Rita Mae Blanchard, of Pierre Part; two daughters, Chasity and Heather Morales, both of Pierre Part; son, Herbert Morales Jr., Pierre Part; two sisters, Darla and Ashley Domingue, both of Pierre Part; five brothers, Brent Blanchard and Carol Domingue Jr., both of Pierre Part, Troy Domingue, Bayou Vista, Chad Domingue, Sorrento, and Dwayne Domingue, Pierre Part; and grandchild, Brooklyn Marie Morales.
Ellis, Shane Joseph
A carpenter and resident of Maurepas, he died Sunday morning, Oct. 5, 2008, in Head of Island. He was 32 and a native of Baton Rouge. Visiting at Life Church of Ascension, 15267 Joe Sevario Road, Galvez, on Wednesday, Oct. 8, from 9 a.m. until service at 1 p.m., conducted by Crestly Pierce. Burial in church cemetery. Survived by his wife, Tracey Ellis; parents, Curtis and Shirley Ellis; two sons, Trent Joseph Ellis and Jacob Shane Ellis; two sisters, Rhonda Lawrence and Yvette Lanoux; and two brothers, Michael Ellis and twin Shawn Ellis. Preceded in death by his birth mother, Emma “Deannie” Ellis. Pallbearers will be Chris and Christopher Lanoux, Eric Ellis, Shaun McClard, Jerry Moran and Rick Short. Honorary pallbearers are Michael Ellis and Joey Andrews. Arrangements by Renaissance Services Inc., Gonzales, (225) 664-2976.
Hebert, Catherine
Southwick
A housewife, resident and native of Baton Rouge, she died at 8:19 a.m. Monday, Oct. 6, 2008, from oral cancer at her home. She was 86. Visiting at Resthaven Funeral Home, 11817 Jefferson Highway, on Wednesday, Oct. 8, from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Visiting at St. Thomas More Catholic Church on Thursday from 10 a.m. until Mass of Christian Burial at 11 a.m., with the Rev. Henry W. Gautreau Jr., celebrant. She is survived by three daughters, Cathy Safft, Chris Jackson and Eileen Mathis; a son, Tommy Hebert; a brother, George Southwick; 13 grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Preceded in death by her husband, Thomas P. Hebert. Pallbearers will be Matt and Charlie Hebert, Guy, Ben and Peter Davis, Michael Slone, Jacob Mathis and Clif Davis. She was a cheerleader for Catholic High and a graduate of St. Joseph’s Academy. She loved gardening, enjoyed long rides in the country, but most of all her family. Special thanks to In His Care Hospice for their care and assistance, especially Kim, Alicia, Pierre and Beth. Please sign the online guestbook at www.resthavenbatonrouge.com.
Jones Sr., James W. ‘Jimmy’
James W. “Jimmy” Jones Sr., 68, a native of St. Landry Parish and a previous resident of Grand Prairie, passed away at his home in Holden on Monday, Oct. 6, 2008. Jimmy was the owner of Airline Diesel Co. in Baton Rouge and loved to camp, travel and fish in his spare time. He served in the U.S. Army during the Cuban Missile Crisis. Jimmy and his wife attended St. Margaret Catholic Church in Albany. He is survived by his wonderful wife of 50 years, Barbara Ann Tanner Jones; son, James W. “Jimmy” Jones Jr. and wife Marie; daughter, Lorey Jones Martin and husband Russell; six grandchildren, Cody and Austin Jones, Mickey and Madalynn Martin, Hannah and Bayli Sanchez; along with expected great-grandson, Riley Derrick Jones, who will be born any day now. His parents, two sisters and two brothers preceded him in death. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the funeral service from the chapel of Brandon G. Thompson Funeral Home of Hammond on Thursday, Oct. 9, at 10 a.m., with the Rev. Cayet Mangiaracina, O.P., celebrant. The family requests that visiting hours be observed at the funeral home on Wednesday, Oct. 8, from 5:30 p.m. to 9 p.m., with a recitation of the rosary at 6:30 p.m. Visitation resumes on Thursday from 8 a.m. until service time. Military interment in Springfield Cemetery. Condolences and other information available online at www.bgthompsonfuneralhome.com.
Kirby, Mercedes Gust ‘Maw Maw’
Mercedes Gust Kirby, 95, a lifelong resident of Zachary, died Tuesday, Oct. 7, 2008. She was a retired rural letter carrier with the U.S. Postal Service with more than 30 years of service. Visitation at Charlet Funeral Home Inc., Zachary, on Thursday, Oct. 9, from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Visitation resumes at the funeral home on Friday, Oct. 10, from 8:30 a.m. until service at 10 a.m., conducted by the Rev. Danny Grieg. Burial in Milldale Baptist Church Cemetery. Preceded in death by her husband of 47 years, Joseph Wilson “Joey” Kirby; parents, Paul and Theresa Gust; daughter, Vivian Kirby Hampton; brothers, Elmer and Authur Gust; and sisters, Lily Gust Hooge, Emma Gust Wendt and Rosie Gust. She is survived by five children, Dorothy Kirby Cedotal Robertson and Gladys Kirby Cooper, both of Zachary, John Russel Kirby and wife Greta, of Greensburg, Harold Wilson Kirby and wife Betty, and Elmer Lee Kirby, all of Zachary; grandchildren, Danny Cedotal, Krystal Nettles, Holley Lipscomb, Ann Crochet, Lynn Bennett, Jimmy Cooper, Jerry Cooper, Jeff Cooper, Jan Byland, Durel Kirby, Brannon Kirby, Brittany Kirby, Jimmy Robertson and Michael Robertson; great-grandchildren, D.J. Cedotal, Charlie Cedotal, Tabatha Nettles, Angel Hargrave, Beth Hargrave, Marlee Lavigne, Jillian Lavigne, Victoria Bennett, Isabelle Bennett, Sophie Bennett, Kim Cooper, Nicholas Cooper, Joey Cooper, Randall Cooper, Orrin Byland, Zane Byland, Lucas Byland, Kirby Byland, Abbie Kirby, Alison Kirby, Blake Kirby, Angela Creasy, J.J. Creasy, Rick Lipscomb, Josh Lipscomb, Mechelle Robertson, Michael Robertson and Shaun Harris; and great-great-grandchildren, William Drew Cooper, Jase Serignet, Anna Creasy, Josh Lipscomb, Dustin Lipscomb and Katlyn and Kristina Harris. Pallbearers will be Danny Cedotal, Lee Nettles, Jimmy Cooper, Durel Kirby, Art Bennett and Brannon Kirby. She loved working in her vegetable and flower gardens. She loved and was loved by everyone she met. Friends wishing to make memorial donations in her name are invited to donate to their favorite charity. Share sympathies, condolences and memories online at www.CharletFuneralHome.com.
Korn, Madeleine Sibille
(Mrs. Richard C. ‘Dick’)
A retired teacher and social worker, she died at 2:10 a.m. Sunday, Oct. 5, 2008, at the Hospice of Baton Rouge Butterfly Wing. She was born in Sunset on Nov. 28, 1931, and was a resident of Baton Rouge. Visitation at Rabenhorst Funeral Home East, 11000 Florida Blvd., on Tuesday, Oct. 7, was from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Visitation at St. Thomas More Catholic Church, 11441 Goodwood Blvd., on Wednesday from 9:30 a.m. until Mass of Christian Burial at 10:30 a.m., with the Rev. Jerome Frey, celebrant. Burial in Greenoaks Memorial Park. Survived by her husband of 53 years, Richard C. Korn; daughter and son-in-law, Karen and Charles Pesson; two sons, Richard M. and Michael Korn; two sisters, Lou Wilda Andrus and Lilbun Leonhard; eight brothers, Royden, Carlys, Winfred, Frederich, Irwin, Darrell, Dennis and Paul Sibille; and five grandchildren, Chris Mestayer, Kara and Kelly Pesson, Anna Endres and Savannah Korn. Preceded in death by a daughter, Patricia Mestayer-Endres; parents, Pauline Lavergne and Leo J. Sibille; and two brothers, Gordain and Stanley Sibille. The family offers special thanks to Dr. Michael Rolfsen and Dr. Christine Smith for their compassion and effort throughout Madeleine’s illness. She was member of St. Thomas More Catholic Church, an avid doll collector and a graduate of Sunset High School, the University of Louisiana at Lafayette and LSU. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital or a favorite charity.
Milliken, Marcia Morgan
Marcia Morgan Milliken, 60, a native of Baton Rouge and a resident of Zachary, died on Monday, Oct. 6, 2008, at Lane Nursing Home, Zachary. She was a retired bank teller with the Bank of Zachary. Visitation at Charlet Funeral Home Inc., Zachary, on Wednesday, Oct. 8, from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Visitation at Galilee Baptist Church on Thursday from 8:30 a.m. until service at 10 a.m., conducted by the Rev. Ron Lowery. Burial in Roselawn Cemetery. She is survived by two sons, Louis Maylon Milliken Jr. and his wife, Sherri Phillips Milliken, of Elon, N.C., and Carey Marshall Milliken and his wife, Shelley Thompson Milliken, of Ethel; two sisters, Nina Morgan Gayle and her husband, Larry, of Clinton, and Sue Morgan Mestepey and her husband, Rogers, of Zachary; brother, Ernest Lenwood Morgan Jr. and his wife, Tammy Travis Morgan, of Zachary; four grandchildren, Breanna Vice, Lynzlee Milliken, Carley Milliken and Zachary Bingaman. Preceded in death by her parents, Ernest and Betty Jo Morgan; special uncles and aunts, Allen Eugene Morgan and Nina Muriel Morgan and Stanley Smith and Alvin Smith. Share sympathies, condolences and memories at www.CharletFuneralHome.com.
Parker, Walter Carlton ‘Daddy’ ‘Poppy’
‘Uncle Walter’
“I have fought a good fight, I have finished my course, I have kept the faith.” II Timothy 4:7. Born on Jan. 3, 1935, in Slagle, he died at 7:45 p.m. Monday, Oct. 6, 2008, at his home in Watson. He was a former employee of Allied Chemical and Superior Steel Inc. Survived by his wife, Mary Ann Sanchez; two daughters and sons-in-law, Sabrina and Ken Scritchfield, of Fort Walton Beach, Fla., and Latina and Jim Douglas, of Hammond; four grandchildren, Joshua Scritchfield and wife Liz, of Memphis, Tenn., Shannon Gaudern and husband Zane, of Fort Walton Beach, Elizabeth Mumphrey, of Hammond, and Amber Mumphrey and friend Carleton Ellsworth, of Walker; two stepgrandchildren, Kawliga and Kyle Douglas, of Hammond; two great-grandchildren, Sara Scritchfield, of Cheyenne, Wyo., and Paul Mumphrey, of Watson; sister, Bonnie Rheams, of Wakefield; sister and brother-in-law, Bobbie and Joseph Easley, of Pride; brother and sister-in-law, Ronnie and Viola Parker, of Tyler, Texas; and numerous nieces, nephews and friends. Preceded in death by his son, Carlton Wayne Parker; mother and father, Elizabeth and Andrew Parker; five sisters, Cora Michelli, Jessie Sanders, Geneva Knippers, Hazel Sanders and Agnes Parker; and brother, Elton Parker. Visiting at Resthaven Funeral Home, 11817 Jefferson Highway, on Wednesday, Oct. 8, from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. and Thursday from 8 a.m. until service at 9 a.m., officiated by the Rev. Donnie Easley. Burial in Resthaven Gardens of Memory. Pallbearers will be Joshua Scritchfield, Ken Scritchfield, Carleton Ellsworth, James Rheams, Glenn Rheams, Joey Easley, Jeff Easley and Troy Sanders. Honorary pallbearer is Paul Mumphrey. In lieu of flowers, the family requests a donation be made to Cardinal Hospice, Alzheimer’s Services of the Capital Area or a charity of choice. Please visit the online guestbook at www.resthavenbatonrouge.com.
Royce, Joseph Michael
A light from our hearts has dimmed, a voice we loved is no more and our hearts will never be whole again. A resident of Baton Rouge, our son, brother and uncle passed away on Saturday, Oct. 4, 2008, after a long battle with Lupus at age 28. Visitation at Seale Funeral Home, Denham Springs, on Thursday, Oct. 9, from 11 a.m. until memorial service in the chapel at 2 p.m., conducted by the Rev. Jeff Haley. He is survived by his parents, Michelle and Randy Royce; sister and brother-in-law, Kathy and Carey Boone; niece, Stephanie Boone; beloved child, Mikayla Setoudeh; and numerous other family and friends. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to help with funeral expenses.
Sanchez, Sonney Pierre
A drywall contractor and a resident of Pierre Part, he died Monday, Oct. 6, 2008, at Thibodaux Regional Medical Center. He was 74 and a native of Brusly St. Martin. Visiting at Ourso Funeral Home, Donaldsonville, on Wednesday, Oct. 8, from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. and Thursday from 8 a.m. to 10:45 a.m. Mass of Christian Burial at St. Joseph the Worker Catholic Church, Pierre Part, on Thursday at 11 a.m. Entombment in the church mausoleum. Survived by his wife, Wineva Blanchard Sanchez; two daughters and sons-in-law, Janis and Kevin Glaviana and Tammy and Bruce Rivere, all of Pierre Part; three sons, Brady and wife Brenda Sanchez, Napoleonville, and Rickie Sanchez and fiancée Alison Menuet, and Randall Sanchez and fiancée April Menuet, all of Pierre Part; sister, Gertie Sanchez Grandin, Pierre Part; 15 grandchildren, Rhett and Triche Blanchard, Seth and Callie Pujol, Aimee, Abbie, Beau, Tory, Trey, Lacey, Hope, Brooke, Nicholas, Julia and Maci Sanchez; and six great-grandchildren, Camryn and Taylor Theriot, Chloe and Payton Borne, Molly Grace Sanchez and Mylee Rivere. Preceded in death by his parents, Clarence and Gloria Albarado Sanchez; granddaughter, Hope Michelle Blanchard; mother-in-law and father-in-law, Lelia Breaux Blanchard and Henry Blanchard; godchild, Arleen Simoneaux Goetz; nephew, Nathan Blanchard; and brother-in-law, Willie Blanchard.
Snyder, Woodrow Wilson
A retired Ethyl Corp. employee with 35 years of service and a lifelong resident of Baton Rouge, Woodrow W. Snyder was born on Nov. 3, 1918, in Baywood. He died at 6:45 a.m. Sunday, Oct. 5, 2008, at Flannery Oaks Guest House. He was 89 and a World War II veteran of the U.S. Navy, having served on the USS Malabar (AF-37) as a motor machinist’s mate. Visiting at Resthaven Funeral Home, 11817 Jefferson Highway, on Wednesday, Oct. 8, from 9 a.m. until religious service at 11 a.m., conducted by the Rev. Glen Miers, associate pastor of Zoar Baptist Church. Interment in Resthaven Gardens of Memory. Survived by his wife of 69 years, Evelyn Rose Karns Snyder, Baton Rouge; daughter and son-in-law, Judith Snyder Milam and Walter G. Milam, Central; daughter-in-law and husband, Juanita and Mike Earnheart, Central; six grandchildren, Brett LeBlanc and wife Regina, Prairieville, Steve LeBlanc and Janet Wells, Baton Rouge, Gary LeBlanc, Central, Jessica Snyder and Justin Snyder, both of Baton Rouge, Jordan Snyder, Bossier City; two stepgrandsons, Jason Milam, Prairieville, and Benjamin Milam and wife Tara, Jackson, Miss.; and 10 great-grandchildren, Erica, Matthew, Autumn, Brandon, Carlyn, Drew and Christina LeBlanc, Devin, Cici and Gwen Milam; many special nieces and nephews; and special friend, Sue Anderson, Spring, Texas. Preceded in death by his parents, Eugene and Maud Drury Snyder; two sons, Woodrow W. Snyder Jr. and Christopher E. Snyder; brother, Drury L. Snyder Sr.; and two sisters, Ellen Snyder Carr and Mildred Snyder. Pallbearers will be his grandsons, Brett and Steve LeBlanc, Justin and Jordan Snyder and Jason and Ben Milam. Honorary pallbearer is Gary LeBlanc. He was a member of Zoar Baptist Church for more than 50 years. Memorial donations may be made to Zoar Baptist Church. The family would like to thank Flannery Oaks Guest House for all their loving care. Please visit the online guestbook at www.resthavenbatonrouge.com.
Thrower, Corine Seale
Funeral service for Mrs. Corine Seale Thrower, 89, of Bastrop, and formerly of Slaughter, will be held at the chapel of Cox Funeral Home of Bastrop on Thursday, Oct. 9, 2008, at 9 a.m., with the Rev. Jim Ingram officiating. The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Wednesday from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. and at Sandy Creek Baptist Church, near Zachary, on Thursday from 3 p.m. until graveside service at the church cemetery at 4 p.m., with the Rev. Jerry Potts officiating. Corine Seale Thrower was born Aug. 24, 1919, in Felecia, Texas, the only child of George Edward and Lucy Wilson Seale. She died Monday, Oct. 6, 2008, at the LeGrand Health Care Center, Bastrop. Corine received her bachelor’s degree in music and a minor in education from Baylor University in Waco, Texas. Corine taught school for more than 35 years and also taught piano for more than 40 years. She was married to the Rev. Seth Thrower for 30 years. Corine was a full-time teacher in St. Landry Parish until 1983. She moved to Bastrop where she lived until 2001 with her son, Tom, before moving to Pride to be near her daughter. While in Pride, Corine was a member of the Sandy Creek Baptist Church. In 2006, she returned to Bastrop, where she resided at the LeGrand Health Care Center and was a member of the First Baptist Church of Bastrop. Corine was also a member of the Daughters of the American Revolution for more than 40 years, member and past regent of the Abram Morehouse Chapter of the DAR, member of the Pointe Coupee Chapter in New Roads and the John James Audubon Chapter in Baton Rouge. Corine held membership in the Colonel John Milton Sandidge Chapter of the United Daughters of the Confederacy, Family History Club of Bastrop, Scottish Society of Northeast Louisiana, Martha Randolph Chapter of the 17th Century Colonial Dames, and was a charter member and past president of the Feliciana Chapter of the 17th Century Colonial Dames. She was looking forward to becoming a charter member of the Benton’s Bell Battery Chapter of the United Daughters of Confederacy in Monroe. Corine was preceded in death by her parents; husband, the Rev. Seth Joseph Thrower; and a great-great-grandchild. Survived by her daughter, Patricia Bringol and husband Ryland “Ron” Bringol, of Slaughter; two sons, Wilson Miles Thrower, of Ponchatoula, and Tom Thrower and wife Monica Thrower, of Bastrop; six grandchildren, Bridget Forbes, Sherrie Broussard, Angela Parent, Troy Thrower, Michael Thrower and Lauren Corine Thrower; 13 great-grandchildren and a great-great-grandchild. Serving as pallbearers will be Ryland “Ron” Bringol, Roy Forbes, Eric Forbes, Kevin Forbes, Kerry Broussard and Butch Bates. The family wishes to extend a special “thank you” to Dr. Carter Cox, Dr. Hershal Dean and the entire staff of the LeGrand Health Care Center for their care and concern extended to their mother. Any planned memorials should be made to the Louisiana Baptist Children’s Home in Monroe or the American Cancer Society. www.coxfuneral.com.
Turner, Isaac Asberry ‘Sha-Kitten’
A resident and native of Plaquemine, he died on Thursday, Oct 2, 2008, at Baton Rouge General Medical Center-Bluebonnet. He was 67. Visiting at Pugh’s Mortuary, 58233 Plaquemine St., Plaquemine, on Wednesday, Oct. 8, from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Visitation at Mount Airy Baptist Church, 62440 Rev. Calvin Jenkins St., Plaquemine, on Thursday from 9 a.m. until religious service at 11 a.m., conducted by the Rev. Lionel Johnson. Interment in Grace Memorial Park. Survived by his mother, John Ethel Bouvay; two sons and daughters-in-law, Floyd and Donna Turner and David and Vershell Turner; six sisters and four brothers-in-law, Celie Pugh, Dorothy and Clarence Gailes, Minnie and Randy Ware, Betty Asberry and Reginald Johnson, Katherine Bouvay and Charles Anderson, and Lucy Jones; brother and sister-in-law, Amos and Virginia Turner; seven grandchildren; two stepgrandchildren; godchild, Ernest Skidmore Jr.; close friends, Mercy Georgetown, Nolan Pugh Sr., Jacqueline Battiste, Joseph Landry Sr. and Leon Richard; and other relatives and friends. Preceded in death by his father, Isaac Asberry; grandmothers, Celie Asberry and Albertha Davis; stepfather, Clarence Bouvay; two brothers, Lawrence Asberry and Leroy Robertson; and brother-in-law, Lawrence Pugh Sr.
Underwood, Clifford Rembert
A longtime resident of Denham Springs, he passed away on Sunday, Oct. 5, 2008, at his home at age 85. He was born and raised in Watson. As a teenager, he enlisted in the U.S. Coast Guard during World War II and served aboard the USS Carson City PF-50. He retired from Allied Chemical as a construction supervisor with 31 years of service. He was also a devoted member of First United Methodist Church, Denham Springs. He was married for 51 years to the late Juanita Jane Facundus Underwood. He is survived by three sons and their wives, Rodney and Karen Glaudi Underwood, David Rembert and Jennifer Benton Underwood and Clifford Neal and Katie Mathews Underwood; four grandchildren, Ragan, Adam Patrick, Sarah Jane and Andrew Clarence Underwood; sister, Virginia U. Meinke; brother, C. Hewitt Underwood Jr.; three sisters-in-law, Bobbie A. Underwood, Ferne M. Underwood and Virginia Facundus; and brother-in-law, Ira “Bo” Hill. In addition to his late wife, he was preceded in death by his parents, Eulalia Lillian Durham and Clarence H. Underwood Sr.; eldest grandson, Evan Jeoffrey Underwood; brothers, James Z. and Scott Underwood; and sisters, Gertrude U. Devall and Mary U. Landry. “Paw Paw” was a kind, generous, devoted and loving husband, father, grandfather, brother and friend. He will be dearly missed. Visitation at Seale Funeral Home, Denham Springs, on Tuesday, Oct. 7, was from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Visitation at First United Methodist Church, Denham Springs, on Wednesday from 9 a.m. until funeral service at 11 a.m., conducted by the Rev. Bob Deich. Burial in Denham Springs Memorial Cemetery. The family would like to express their sincere thanks to the staff of Life Source Hospice and to all of our family and friends for their support and prayers. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations to First United Methodist Church of Denham Springs building fund appreciated.
Vawter, Wenonah Wilson ‘Nonie’
A homemaker and a resident of Fort Worth, Texas, she died Thursday, Sept. 25, 2008. Nonie was 81, born July 17, 1927, in Baton Rouge. Memorial service at Thompson’s, Harveson and Cole Funeral Home, Fort Worth, on Saturday, Oct. 11, at 2 p.m. Private burial at a later date. Survived by her husband of 60 years, Jack. L. Vawter; four daughters, Ann Haynes, Sue Huffman, Jane Ethridge, and Mary Ownby and husband Terry; two sons, Jack L. Vawter Jr., and Scott Vawter and wife Glynell; sister, Regina “Jeanie” Hall, Baton Rouge; brother, Mike Wilson, Baton Rouge; 16 grandchildren, 10 great-grandchildren and 10 great-great-grandchildren. Preceded in death by her parents, Carl and Pearl LeBoeuf Wilson; sister, Pearl Wilson Book; and brother, Bobby Wilson. She graduated from Baton Rouge High School and attended LSU.
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