Aug 21, 2025

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 reading and had a...

Aug 13, 2025

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...

Aug 12, 2025

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....

Aug 4, 2025

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...

Jul 31, 2025

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....

Jul 29, 2025

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...

Jul 28, 2025

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...

Jul 19, 2025

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...

Jun 27, 2025

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...

Jun 26, 2025

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...

Jun 9, 2025

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...

Jun 9, 2025

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...

Jun 3, 2025

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...

Jun 1, 2025

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....

May 30, 2025

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,...

May 11, 2025

Mark B. Stanton passed away on Sunday, May 11, 2025 at his residence in Ponchatoula, Louisiana, at the age of 67. He was born on Thursday, May 1, 1958 in New Orleans. Retired owner of Nola Pavers.

Mark was a family man who enjoyed spending time with his wife, children, grandchild, and dogs.  He had a passion...

May 9, 2025

Mary Ann Palmisano passed away on Friday, May 9, 2025 in Ponchatoula, Louisiana, at the age of 39. She was born on Wednesday, March 26, 1986 in New Orleans and resided in Ponchatoula for the past 7 years.

Mary is survived by her husband, Joshua “Troy” Palmisano. Mary and Troy have been together for 21 years and...

May 3, 2025

Ernest “Ernie” Leon Schenck, a beloved husband, father, and grandfather, passed away on Saturday, May 3, 2025, in Hammond, Louisiana, at the age of 87. Born on Tuesday, August 31, 1937, in New Orleans, Ernie spent many years residing in St. Bernard Parish before moving to Ponchatoula. He retired from UPS in 1999 and proudly served in the US...

Apr 27, 2025

Kristen Renee Saucier Dominick passed away peacefully surrounded by her adoring family on Sunday, April 27, 2025, at her residence in Ponchatoula, Louisiana, at the age of 49. She was born on Thursday, December 18, 1975, in Metairie, Louisiana.

Kristen enjoyed spending every moment with her family and friends, dancing, spending time at the beach, and making...

Apr 9, 2025

Joseph “Joe” Ryan Trapen, a beloved son, brother, and friend, passed away on Wednesday, April 9, 2025, at his residence in Tickfaw, Louisiana, at the age of 29. Born on September 5, 1995, in Covington, Joe was a light in every room he entered. He adored his nieces and nephews, was a big kid at heart, and quite a...