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Thelma Elizabeth Martin

Thelma Elizabeth Martin

Feb 3, 2022

Thelma Elizabeth Martin Cousin, 75, transitioned to her heavenly rest on Feb. 03, 2022.

Mrs. Cousin was  the oldest daughter of the late Luther and Rovella Harry Martin; and the wife of the late Eric Cousin of Angie.

Thelma was a 1964 honor graduate of Wesley Ray High School in Angie.  She received her Master's...

Lester Cornelius Williams Jr.

Lester Cornelius Williams Jr.

Jan 24, 2022

Let not your heart be troubled; ye believe in God believe also in me.  In my Father's house are many mansions; if it were not so, I would have told you.  I go to prepare a place for you.  And if i go and prepare a place for you I will come again and receive you unto myself; that...

Marcus Keith Morris

Marcus Keith Morris

Jan 23, 2022

Marcus Keith Morris was born on October 4, 1969 to Mr. Jackie Robinson and the late Ms. Verrian Morris.

Marcus was a very hard worker.  He was a friend to many, he was very motivational when you needed it.  He knew just what to say to lift you up if you were down.  He was a one...

Irma Dean Singleton

Irma Dean Singleton

Dec 21, 2021

Irma Dean Singleton was born on October 5, 1938, to the late Willie and Mae Bell Singleton.

She departed this life on December 21, 2021, at Tulane Medical Center in New Orleans, Louisiana.

She joined Little Union Baptist Church at an early age.  She later united with New Hope Baptist Church and finally with Shady...

Doris Meriwether Penton

Doris Meriwether Penton

Dec 8, 2021

Mrs. Doris M. Penton was born March 1, 1938 in Bogalusa, Louisiana to the late Dorris (Bubba) Dean and Alvina Lewis Dean.

She departed this life after a brief stay at St. Tammany Hospital where she worked for over 30 years as an LPN.

Mrs. Doris is survived by one daughter and her best friend...

Emerson Tajohn Moses

Emerson Tajohn Moses

Dec 5, 2021

Brother Emerson TaJohn Moses, Loving known as "TWIN" was born December 3, 1978 in Bogalusa, Louisiana to Missionary Rosie R. Levias of Bogalusa, Louisiana and Brother Emery H. Perkins of Dallas Texas.  He was called by the Lord to his new heavenly resident on December 5, 2021.  He attended school in the Bogalusa City School System.  He graduated from...

Sandra Story Mills

Sandra Story Mills

Nov 12, 2021

Sandra Story Mills was born on September 20, 1941  to Robert Theodore and Mildred Bradford in Chicago, Illinois.

Three siblings, Robert (Cookie), Rodney, and Rochelle(Cheesie) preceded her in death, as did her parents and the love of her life, Calvin Mills Sr.

Sandra's early years were spent in Los Angeles, California with her aunt Catherine...

Alexander Bronco Jackson Jr.

Alexander Bronco Jackson Jr.

Oct 30, 2021

Alexander Jackson Jr. affectionately known as "Bronco" departed this life on October 30, 2021.

He was born to the late Alexander and Emma Jackson Sr on December 18, 1951 in Wilmer Louisiana.

Robert James Dyson

Robert James Dyson

Oct 27, 2021

On October 27, 2021 Robert "Bobby" James Dyson gained his wings.  He was 68.

Bobby was born on May 09, 1953 to Roscoe and Odie Lee (Brown) Dyson in Bogalusa, Louisiana.

Bobby was a graduate of Bogalusa High School Class Of 1970.  He was a member of the Band.  Upon graduating he joined the U.S....

Lawrence A. Horton

Lawrence A. Horton

Oct 26, 2021

Lawrence "Sonny" Horton was born on November 20,1946 to Rosella and Lawrence Horton Sr. (both deceased) in the city of Clinton, Louisiana.

Lawrence lived and worked in New Orleans, La and he retired to the city of Bogalusa, LA.

Sonny leaves behind a loving and cherished wife Maxine Horton of 25 years, who loved and...

Elbert Head Brumfield

Elbert Head Brumfield

Oct 16, 2021

Mr. Elbert "Head" Brumfield was born on August 31, 1942 to Tess Green and Maggie Hutchinson Brumfield in Bogalusa, Louisiana and departed this life on October 16, 2021 at the Tulane University Hospital in New Orleans, Louisiana.

Elbert "Head" Brumfield was lifelong resident of Bogalusa, LA.  His trade was masonry...yes he built and crossed many bridges in...

Wendell Smith

Wendell Smith

Oct 7, 2021

Wendell Smith was born  July 28, 1961 in Independence, Louisiana to the late Herbert and Vertis M. Smith.

He departed this life on Thursday October 07, 2021 at Our Lady Of The Lake Hospital in Baton Rouge Louisiana.

He leaves to cherish his memories; a loving wife, Cynthia A. Smith, four sons; Christopher Dell Grayer...

Robert J Booth

Robert J Booth

Oct 2, 2021

Robert J. Booth was born on December 17, 1958 to the Late Robert P. and Octavia Morris Booth in Bogalusa, Louisiana.  He departed this life on October 2, 2021 at the age of 63.

Robert attended and graduate from Bogalusa High School in 1976.

Robert joined the United States Army in 1979, he served his...

R Lee Mcclenton

R Lee Mcclenton

Sep 26, 2021

" I love the  Lord, because he hath heard my voice and supplications.  Precious is the sight of the Lord is the death of his saints."   Psalm 116: 1:15

"For I am now ready to be offered, and the time of my departure is at hand. I have fought a good fight, I have finished my course. ...

Ta'Nahj Ja'Quan Moses

Ta'Nahj Ja'Quan Moses

Sep 17, 2021

"To everything there is a season, and a time to every purpose under the heaven.  A time to be born and a time to die". Ecclesiastes 3:1

On Friday, September 17, 2021, at the age of 10, the angel of the Lord came and claimed the soul of one we love so dearly.

Ta'Nahj Ja'Quan...

Leavenell Brock Magee

Leavenell Brock Magee

Sep 14, 2021

Leavenell Brock Magee, a lifetime resident of Franklinton, Louisiana , departed life on earth on Tuesday, September 14, 2021 surrounded by her loving family.

Leavenell was born August 8, 1945 to Prentis and Irene Brock Sr.  She was the oldest of eight children. Leavenell united  with Water Valley C.O.G.I.C., later she became a member at Outreach Full...

John Arthur Magee

John Arthur Magee

Sep 13, 2021

John Arthur Magee was born on March 18, 1953 to the late L.E. and Velma Magee of Bogalusa, La, where he was a life-long resident.

John attended Bogalusa High School, he graduated in 1971, after graduation, John joined the United States  Army where  he was a military police, also a Vietnam Veteran.

After his time...

Malcom D Moses I

Malcom D Moses I

Sep 7, 2021

Malcom D. Moses I , was born August 4, 1958 to the union of Ossilean and the late Oscar Lee Moses.  He attended and graduated from Varnado High School in 1976.

Malcom married his high school sweetheart Donice Moses on June 4, 1977.  They were blessed with five children but were parents to many others as well....

Timothy L Porter

Timothy L Porter

Aug 30, 2021

Timothy L. Porter was born April 08, 1969 to Linda Porter in Bogalusa, Louisiana.  Timothy was 1 of 5 children.  Timothy transitioned from this life on August 30, 2021.

Timothy attended and graduated from Bogalusa High School.

Timothy was very devoted to his family and friends.  The fond memories will always be dear to our...

Willie Ruth Lewis

Willie Ruth Lewis

Aug 24, 2021

Willie Ruth Lewis was born July 12, 1952 to he late Gladys Mark (Richard James) and Qunice Pittman in Tylertown, MS.  She departed this earthly life on August 24, 2022 at her home in Bogalusa, LA.

She leaves to cherish her memories; her children; Tabatha (Delester) Smith, Denson (Leslie) Pittman, Yevone (Stephan) Pigott, and Ivy Lewis, all...

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