Local New Orleans, Louisiana Obituaries

Jul 20, 2025

Marvin Gaye Hartford "Sweet Cheeks" was born on September 29, 1977 and was the 5th son born to Audrey Butler Hartford and John Hartford. Marvin was a resident of Baton Rouge, Louisiana and received formal education in the New Orleans Public School System, attending Booker T. Washington Senior High School and was employed by Hartford Construction LLC. Marvin affectionately called...

Jul 20, 2025

Wesley “Dut” Rainey entered into eternal rest on Sunday, July 20, 2025. Father of Tarest Robinson of Houston, TX; Fiance’ of Deborah Hamilton of Houston TX; Grandfather of Khloe Robinson; Son of the late Joseph and Catherine DeJean Miller; Step son of Andrew Miller; Brother of Catherine Jones and the late Joseph Rainey, Anthony Nathan Thompson and Andrea Miller-Mayo; Godfather...

Jul 16, 2025

Gloria Jean Gillard “Fat Sue”, gained her Angel wings on Wednesday, July 16, 2025, at the age of 80. She was a lifelong resident of New Orleans, La, and the daughter of the late Oscar Sr. and Genieve Pascal Gillard. Gloria worked several jobs and was always the on-call babysitter for many. Gloria leaves to cherish her memories her siblings,...

Jul 15, 2025

Charles Dozier, known for his soul touching gospel solos, entered into eternal rest on Tuesday, July 15, 2025. Son of the late Zeke Smith and Mary Riley Dozier. Brother of Bryan and Darrell Dozier, Jacqueline D. Batiste, Cynthia D. Glenn, the late Ernest Dozier, Johnny and James Smith, Joycelyn D. White, Brenda D. Yarber and Robin D. Johnson. Also survived...

Jul 10, 2025

Emelda Joseph Harness, the matriarch of the family, transitioned into eternal rest on Thursday, July 10, 2025 at her home. She was the third of four children born to the union of the late Leona Joseph and Rayfield Moss. The former wife of Wilbert Dallas Jr., Robert Earl Harness, and Peter Bell. Beautiful mother to Melanie and Terrence Harness and...

Jun 26, 2025

Jun 13, 2025

Herbert Gerard Hooper, Jr. departed this life on Friday, June 13, 2025, at his home in Atlanta, Georgia. Born on January 24, 1981, in New Orleans, Louisiana, Herbert was the beloved son of Herbert G. Hooper, Sr. and Angela C. Hooper. He was the eldest of three children and a natural leader among his siblings. Herbert was affectionately known by...

May 27, 2025

On February 9, 1992, Dawanna "Buda" Jones was the blessed gift to Glenda Jones and Rodney Stanback, Jr. in Los Angeles, Ca. She was educated in the New Orleans Parish School system. Dawanna joined Bethlehem Lutheran Church where she confessed Christ to be her Lord and Savior. "Buda" as her family and friends lovingly referred to her was a source...

May 2, 2025

Danny Daniels entered into eternal rest on Friday, May 2, 2025. Husband of Remeika Fobb Daniels; Father of Danny Nickelson,  Dandreal Brown. Son of the late Diane Jackson Daniels and Lionel Joseph Cormier, Jr., brother of Earl Daniels, Raymond Daniels, Alexis Daniel's, Leslie (Kenneth) Daniels,  Karen Broussard, Veronica Cormier, Katina Cormier-Perkins, Dr. Chester J. Cormier, the late Patricia Cormier, Serina...

Apr 29, 2025

Alvin Collins Sr. entered eternal rest on Tuesday, April 29, 2025 surrounded by his loving daughters. He leaves to mourn his wife Rosa Lee Collins, daughters; Celina Monroe (Lawrence), Cynthia, and Dominique Collins(Lance). His sons: Phillip Collins (Debra) and Alvin Collins Jr. (Brenda). Also survived by a host of grandchildren, great grandchildren, great great grandchildren, a host of nieces, nephews,...

Apr 13, 2025

Minister Carry Ann Batiste Payton passed peacefully at her home on Sunday, April 13, 2025, surrounded by her family. She is survived by sons, Elvia III, Johnell, Germain and Anthony, Payton; grandchildren, JaWanda, Elvia IV, Germisha, Phoenix and Gavin Payton; three sisters, Ethel Williams, Rosemary (Darryl) Brown and Betty Jack; brother, Alfred George. She also leaves her best friend, sister-in-law...

Apr 10, 2025

Jan 12, 2025

Ms Katie Mae Gavin passed away on Sunday, January 12, 2025 at her home in Algiers, LA at the age of 96. She was born August 11, 1928. Katie was born in Centreville, MS. She lived in Algiers, LA for 12 years. Katie attended Gloster Public schools in Gloster MS and was a homemaker and worked as a sitter most...

Jan 1, 2025

Bradley “Cooter” Williams entered into eternal rest on Wednesday, January 1, 2025. Husband of Michelle Martin-Williams; Son of Ora Lee Williams and the late Clarence Williams; Father of Bradley Maxson; Brother of Charles (Gracias) Williams, Wendell (Lori) Williams, Bruce Coston, Paula (Terry) Simpson, Sandra Williams, Myra Williams and the late Anthony Williams, James Coston, Patricia Williams and Judy Coston; also...

Dec 29, 2024

Walter “Pawpaw” “Moses” James peacefully entered into eternal rest on Sunday, December 29, 2024, at the age of 92. He leaves to cherish him in memory, his loving wife, Troy Lynn Smith James; Five beloved and devoted children, Gladys F. J. Lair, Walter D. James Sr. (Peggy), Freddie K. James Sr. (Tanya), Phyllis M. J. Washington and Kimberly A. J....

Dec 1, 2024

Carl Caven Williams, (The Maestro), was born December 15, 1960 to the late Charlie Sr. and Velma Williams. He entered heaven's gate on Sunday, December 1, 2024 at 11:30a.m. Carl was preceded in death by his brothers Amos, Lawrence, and Charlie Jr., Williams, Reed Roberson, sister Karen Willams, and nephew Dwayne Williams. He was baptized at an early age at...

Nov 30, 2024

John Wilson Ross Sr., a lifelong resident of New Orleans, Louisiana, passed away on November 30, 2024 at 7:12 pm. Born on September 26, 1947, he was the beloved son of the late Evelyn Butler Thomas and Claude Ross. John accepted Christ at an early age at St. Peter Claver Catholic Church, where his faith guided him throughout his life....

Oct 28, 2024

Lauren Bush, age 76, entered peacefully into eternal rest at Ochsner Medical Center on Monday, October 28, 2024. She was a native of New Orleans, La. and a resident of Gretna, LA. Lauren graduated from San Fernando Valley High School. She was employed by the Jefferson Parish School System. Devoted mother of Algin Works Jr. (Maria) and Alphonso Smith (Valina)....

Oct 27, 2024

Sarah Lastie entered into eternal rest on Sunday, October 27, 2024. Wife of the late Walter Lastie. Mother of Andrea Lastie of Lithonia, GA and Kim Lastie. Daughter of the late James Young Sr. and Louise Smith. Sister of the late Robert Young Sr. (Susan), James Young Jr. (Irma), George Young, Ruth Thomas (Edward), Mary Thomas (Alfred), Ann Young and...

Oct 21, 2024

 

George Johnson, Jr. entered into eternal rest on Monday, October 21, 2024 at the age of 88 years old. Beloved husband of the late Clementine Rattley Johnson. Loving father of Rekitta Johnson Peters, George “Rusty” Johnson, III, Debbie (Ernest) Johnson, and Dexter Johnson. Stepfather of Rayford K. (Alfreda) Rattley, Darrel (Toyomi) Rattley, and Tammy LaRose. Brother of Laverne (Cardell) Johnson...