Jerry Denny Martin, Sr. passed away peacefully on Wednesday, September 24 2025 in Hammond, Louisiana, at the age of 80. He was born on Friday, May 18, 1945 in Tickfaw and was a lifelong resident of Tangipahoa Parish. Jerry’s first love was his guitar, playing music since he was a young boy. He played all through Louisiana, Texas, and...
Daniel Chalk, Jr. (54), who was known to his family and friends as "Chuck," passed away on Sunday, September 21, 2025 at his home in Ponchatoula, Louisiana. He was born on Saturday, September 26, 1970 in Memphis, Tennessee.
Chuck is survived by his adored daughters, Cypress Chalk (AJ Worthington), Andrea Chalk and Charlotte Chalk and by his...
Brenda Ann Baudier Ernst passed away peacefully, surrounded by her family, on Wednesday, September 17, 2025 in Hammond, Louisiana, at the age of 78. She was born on Tuesday, October 22, 1946 in New Orleans and resided in Loranger.
She was best known as the owner of Trail's End Antique Shop in Ponchatoula since 1996 and was...
Frank B. Stock, III passed away on Tuesday, September 02, 2025 at his residence in Ponchatoula, Louisiana, at the age of 69. He was born on August 4, 1956 in New Orleans.
Frank is survived by his siblings, Elizabeth Stock Cox, Elaine F. Stock, Karl J. Stock (Lynne), Steven L. Stock (April), Jane E. Stock, Lloyd F....
Robert E. “Bob” Jenkins, Sr. passed away peacefully on Monday, September 1, 2025 at his residence in Ponchatoula, Louisiana, at the age of 79. He was born on Thursday, February 28, 1946 in Reedville, Virginia to Nellie and Carroll Jenkins.
Bob proudly served in the United States Army and is a Veteran of the Vietnam War. He...
James Darrin Varnado passed away on Thursday, August 21, 2025 at his residence in Tickfaw, Louisiana, at the age of 56. He was born on Wednesday, December 4, 1968 in Franklinton, Louisiana. He was a wonderful husband, dad, paw paw and friend.
James enjoyed listening to Ozzy Osborne and playing with his kitty cat, Mocha. He loved...
Leroy Charles Fredenburg, 85, of Ponchatoula, Louisiana, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, August 13, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. Born on Monday, February 19, 1940, in Rolling Prairie, Indiana, Leroy lived a full and hardworking life defined by dedication, love, and service to those he cherished most.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Florence...
Mary Jane Beauregard Lanier, resident of Ponchatoula, LA since Katrina, passed away on Tuesday, August 12, 2025. She was 79 years old. She was born on Friday, February 22, 1946, in Algiers, LA and was a graduate of Martin Behrman High School in 1963.
She is survived by her daughter Cynthia Lanier Walther (Paul), her grandson Dr....
Leland “Lee” Rogers passed away peacefully on Monday, August 4, 2025, at his mother’s residence in Loranger, Louisiana, at the age of 62. Born on Saturday, September 22, 1962, in New Orleans, he resided in Delacroix, Louisiana. Lee was a lifelong commercial fisherman and enjoyed tending to his property while spending quality time with his family.
Lee...
Constance “Connie” Little Saucier passed away peacefully on Thursday, July 31, 2025 in Hammond, Louisiana, at the age of 79. She was born on Thursday, January 10, 1946 in Independence and resided in Ponchatoula. Connie was very dedicated to her family and dearly loved her children and grandchildren. She retired from Sears as Appliance Department Supervisor in Hammond, LA....
Evelyn Carlean Niehaus passed away on Tuesday, July 29, 2025, at Heritage Healthcare in Hammond, Louisiana, at the age of 84. She was born on Sunday, August 18, 1940 in Natalbany and resided in Ponchatoula.
Carlean is survived by her children, Russell Niehaus (Carleen), Debra Crayton (David), and Joseph Niehaus (Michele); grandchildren, Daniel, Jessica, Kera, Gabby, and...
Rick Sutton passed away on Monday, July 28, 2025 at his residence in Slidell, Louisiana, at the age of 72. He was born on Wednesday, October 8, 1952 in Morristown, New Jersey.
Throughout his time in Louisiana, Rick was a big part of Slidell and the surrounding communities. He owned a local dive shop that taught countless...
Huey Patrick DeCoto of Ponchatoula, Louisiana, died Saturday, July 19, 2025, at age 89. He is survived by his wife of 57 years Hazel “Jean” Franklin DeCoto and his two daughters: Alisa Welch (Barry) and Nicole Dunn (Jon). There are three grandchildren: Shayna Blackwell Meyers (Cole); Barry Rawlins Welch, Jr. (Alyssa); and Lauren Ashley Welch.
Although born...
George Peter Alexander, a resident of Hammond, Louisiana, passed away on Friday, June 27, 2025, at the age of 81. Born on May 26, 1944, in Poydras, Louisiana, George spent many years in St. Bernard Parish before moving to Hammond. He enjoyed bowling, fishing, hunting, camping, and dancing with his wife, leaving behind cherished memories for all who knew...
Bertha “Betty” Olivia Warner Ladner passed away peacefully on Thursday, June 26, 2025, in Covington, Louisiana, at the age of 89. She was born on Friday, July 12, 1935, in Covington and resided there for many years before moving to Ponchatoula, where she lived for over 30 years.
Betty enjoyed babysitting her grandchildren, quilting, and was a...
Marion Dell Barnes passed away peacefully on Monday, June 9, 2025 at his residence in St. Bernard, Louisiana, at the age of 77. He was born on Friday, October 17, 1947 in Magee, Mississippi to the late Harold and Paulene Barnes. Marion was a retired member of Plumbers Local 60 for the past 45 years.
Marion’s family...
Doris Marie Pruett Stevens, a cherished lifelong resident of Ponchatoula, Louisiana, passed away peacefully on Monday, June 9, 2025, at the age of 77. Born on Sunday, August 3, 1947, Doris was a devoted mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother who treasured spending holidays and quality time with her family.
Doris is survived by her beloved children, Barbara Morse...
Peter Anthony Liuzza, Sr., age 65, of Covington, Louisiana, passed away on Tuesday, June 3, 2025 with his family and friends by his side. He was a devoted husband and father.
Born on Sunday, October 25, 1959, in New Orleans, LA, to the late Sylvia and Anthony Peter Liuzza, Peter was a longtime resident of St. Bernard...
Harold Joseph Landry passed away on Sunday, June 1, 2025 at his residence in Hammond, Louisiana, at the age of 70. He was born on Wednesday, July 7, 1954 in New Orleans. Harold and Brenda enjoyed traveling the United States while driving for Schneider Trucking Company. He enjoyed traveling in his personal truck as well, visiting friends and family....
Mary Jo Stump Smith Ross passed away peacefully on Friday, May 30, 2025 at her residence in Springfield, Louisiana, at the age of 88. She was born on Wednesday, October 7, 1936 in Danville, Illinois. She had a rich life filled with various interests and activities. She enjoyed camping, traveling, and watching basketball. She also took pleasure in crocheting,...