Nov 12, 2023

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Bonnie Stumpf, age 69, of Ponchatoula, LA, who left us peacefully on November 12, 2023.  Born on December 31, 1953, in Oberlin, Ohio, to Florence and Harold Behner. Bonnie spent her childhood on a family farm, surrounded by the beauty and simplicity of nature. This early life on...

Nov 8, 2023

Carolyn Dieck Casey passed away peacefully on Wednesday, November 8, 2023, at her residence in Ponchatoula, Louisiana, at the age of 79.  She was born on Monday, October 30, 1944, in New Orleans, Louisiana.

Carolyn is survived by her loving family.  Her son and daughter-in-law, Ryan and Joie Babin Casey; and grandchildren, Rachael, Gavin, and Joshua Casey.  ...

Nov 6, 2023

Naioma Jean Kennedy Lutz passed away peacefully on Monday, November 6, 2023, at North Oaks Medical Center in Hammond, at the age of 83. She was born on Monday, April 1, 1940 in Scotts Hill, Tennessee and joined the Air Force in 1958 at the age of 18, after her graduation.  During her life, she resided in Virginia, Germany,...

Nov 2, 2023

Edward Emile Burgard, Jr. passed away peacefully on Thursday, November 2, 2023 at the age of 81. He was a native of New Orleans, LA and a current resident of Madisonville, LA.

Edward was preceded in death by his beloved wife of 60 years, Patricia Partlan Burgard, and by his parents: Edward Emile Burgard, Sr. and Jean...

Oct 21, 2023

Eleanor Cora Nail passed away on Saturday, October 21, 2023, at her residence, in Ponchatoula, Louisiana, at the age of 98.  She was born on Thursday, January 8, 1925, in Orleans, Nebraska and resided in Arabi, LA for many years.  Eleanor was the oldest of four children and graduated in the class of 1942 in Orleans, Nebraska.  She attended...

Oct 20, 2023

Brian Edward Depreo passed away on Friday, October 20, 2023, at his residence in Madisonville, Louisiana, at the age of 45.  He was born on Saturday, November 12, 1977, in New Orleans, Louisiana to Eileen Spicuzza Depreo and Eido “Sonny” Depreo, II.   Brian was employed as a heavy equipment operator in Louisiana and Mississippi.  He enjoyed all sports, playing...

Oct 19, 2023

James “Jim” Franklin Ross passed away on Thursday, October 19, 2023 at his residence in Springfield, Louisiana, at the age of  67.  He was born on Tuesday, May 8, 1956 in Danville, Illinois.  He owned and operated a trucking transport company for many years.  After his retirement, he enjoyed farming, hunting, watching Westerns, and spending time with his family....

Oct 18, 2023

Frances Price Rhodus, 73 years old, lifelong resident of Denham Springs, currently residing in Amite, LA., passed away on Wednesday, October 18, 2023, at Our Lady of The Lake Hospital.  She was born Wednesday, February 01, 1950, in Vernon, Alabama. Frances's passion in life was the love of her life, Gary Rhodus, Sr, to whom she was married to...

Oct 15, 2023

Bonnie Lenfest Fisher passed away peacefully, surrounded by her family, on Sunday, October 15, 2023, in Hammond, Louisiana, at the age of 50.  She was born on Friday, October 12, 1973, in New Orleans and resided in Robert, Louisiana.   Bonnie was a happy person who truly loved her kids and grandkids.  She will be deeply missed by her family...

Oct 13, 2023

Robert “Robbie” Lawrence Oalmann passed away peacefully, surrounded by his family, on Friday, October 13, 2023 in St. Bernard, Louisiana, at the age of 85.  He was born on Wednesday, August 10, 1938 in New Orleans and resided in St. Bernard.  Robbie was a devout Catholic and eucharistic minister at Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church.  He was a...

Oct 10, 2023

Amy Sue Hill entered eternal life on Tuesday, October 10, 2023. She grew up in Port Gibson, MS and was a resident of St. Bernard Parish for many years. Beloved mother of Owen Pecoraro and Jack Gauthe. Companion of Clement (Clem) Gauthe III. Daughter of Mitchell and Patsy Hill. Sister of Allen Hill, Anthony Hill, and Angela Vazquez. Daughter-in-law...

Oct 6, 2023

Pamela Alice Delatte Clanton passed away on Friday, October 6, 2023 in Hammond, Louisiana, at the age of 72.  She was born on Sunday, June 17, 1951 in Independence and resided in East Feliciana Parish, prior to moving to Ponchatoula, Louisiana.

Pamela is survived by her sons, David and Benjamin Clanton; mother, Jewel Delatte Smith; siblings, Allen...

Oct 4, 2023

Sandra Louise Maras, 71, passed away on Wednesday, October 4th, 2023, peacefully in her home in Bush, Louisiana, surrounded by her family.  She was born on Saturday, July 19, 1952 in Rochester, NY. Sandra graduated from Benjamin Franklin High School. She worked many years at TJ’s Big Boy and for a short time at Eastman Kodak, before moving with...

Sep 30, 2023

Mary “Liz” Ard Martinez Moseley passed away on Saturday, September 30, 2023, in Hammond, Louisiana, at the age of 59.  She was born on Tuesday, March 3, 1964, in Independence, LA. She was a former resident of Marksville and was currently residing in Independence.

Liz was a loving wife, mom, sister, and friend who enjoyed cooking and...

Sep 22, 2023

Mary Elizabeth Hill Norred passed away peacefully on Friday, September 22, 2023 in New Orleans, Louisiana, at the age of 77.  She was born on Saturday, August 31, 1946 in Independence, Louisiana and resided in Springfield.  Mary was a member of Promise Baptist Church in Holden, LA.  She had a voice like an angel and sang and ministered as...

Sep 12, 2023

Chad Loyd Thompson, age 38, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, September 12th, 2023, with his family lovingly by his side.

Born Friday, April 19th, 1985 to Steven and Gina, Chad lived his young life in Abita Springs, LA with his sister, Angel, along with many aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends nearby.

Chad was a beloved...

Sep 8, 2023

Sampson Mitchell, 73, passed away Friday, September 8, 2023 at his home in Crystal Springs, MS after a long battle with cancer.  He was born on Saturday, June 24, 1950 in Hammond, Louisiana.

Sammy was a successful businessman and owner of Mitchell Timber Company until its closing. He was a longtime employee of Gaston Lanaux. Sammy was...

Sep 5, 2023

Joseph Thomas Kelly passed away on Tuesday, September 5, 2023, surrounded by his family at his residence in Amite, Louisiana, at the age of 89. He was born on Thursday, February 8, 1934, in Gartersville, GA, was a former resident of the West Bank of New Orleans and resided in Amite.  Joseph was a devoted and loving husband, father,...

Sep 2, 2023

Jacqueline “Pippy” “Jackie” Ann Norman Ratliff Genco passed away on Saturday, September 2, 2023, after an amazing night of playing Booray, at her nephew’s residence in Ponchatoula, Louisiana, at the age of  80.  She was born on Tuesday, March 23, 1943 in Curwensville, PA and resided in Amite, LA.  Maw Maw Jackie was a wonderful, loving woman who never...

Aug 27, 2023

Jeannette Marie “Nett” Toney Aime passed away Sunday, August 27, 2023, in Manassas, Virginia at the age of 72. She was born on Thursday, June 21, 1951, to Curtis and Norma Lee Toney of Pumpkin Center, Louisiana, where she was raised and resided prior to moving to Virginia in 1989.

For 54 years she was married to...