Obituaries

Mar 22, 2020

Evelyn Taylor Warren, 82, a resident of Bogalusa, LA and the wife of the late Walter Warren, Sr. passed away peacefully at Rest Haven Nursing Home on Sunday, March 22, 2020.

Mrs. Evelyn was born in Sandy Hill, LA to  the late Mr. & Mrs. (Annie Lee Huff) Murray Taylor of Sunny Hill, LA.  She was a...

Mar 11, 2020

Amari Jamiel Smith was born June 27, 2007, to Demell and Ja'Niquya (Nikki) Careyunius in Covington, LA.  He departed this life much to soon on March 11, 2020 at Slidell Memorial Hospital in Slidell, LA.

Amari went by many names given by various family  and friends. To many he was known as the "best kid ever" due...

Mar 10, 2020

Brenda Martin Finley passes away on March 10, 2020 at St. Tammany Parish Hospital in Covington LA, from complications of heart Surgery. She was born September 3, 1948. She was a wonderful mother and grandmother, she loved her family, she considered so many other as her children and grandchildren

Brenda leaves to cherish her memories a daughter;...

Feb 28, 2020

"For I will turn their mourning into joy, and will comfort them, and make them  rejoice from their sorrow." Jeremiah 31-13

Kyta Jamar Ishman

Kyta Jamar Ishman was born on June 19,1984 to Larry Ishman and Krisandra F. Varnado affectionately know as "Ky"  embodied a very vibrant and warm personality .

On February...

Feb 17, 2020

Mr. Gregory Lawrence Richard, 67 of Bogalusa, Louisiana peacefully passed away on Monday. February 17, 2020, at Rest Haven Living Center at 1:43 p.m. in Bogalusa, La.

Gregory  was a faithful and dedicated member on the Greater Ebenezer Baptist Church.  He was an Active member of the Brotherhood Auxiliary and Usher Ministry until he declined in health. ...

Feb 11, 2020

Whatever you do, work for the Lord and not for me, knowing that from the Lord you will receive the inheritance as your reward.  You are serving the Lord Christ.  Colossians #: 23-24

"May the Work I've Done Speak for Me"

Jessie Mae Peters Magee

Jessie Mae Peters-Magee was born on August 18,...

Feb 10, 2020

Brother Robert James Moses was called to rest on February 10, 2020.  He was  born February 15, 1931 to Robert T. Moses and Beatrice Moses.

"Baby Ray" attended Wesley Ray High School where he graduated and soon after joined the army.  After serving two years in the military, he then went on to become the third African...

Feb 6, 2020

David Ray Johnson was born to Gloria Dean Allen and the late Alfred Johnson Jr, On November 29, 1955 in Bogalusa, Louisiana.  He was the grandson of the late Gladys and Edward (Eddie) Allen and the late Ethel and Alfred Johnson, Sr.

Dave as he was so affectionately known as departed this life for his eternal home...

Feb 3, 2020

Geraldine "Jackie" Bennett was reared in Bogalusa, Jackie Graduated from Central Memorial High School.  She furthered her studies and completed nursing school from Pearl River Jr. College in May 1976 and became employed as a  registered nurse at Highland Park Hospital.  Jackie went on to span over 26 as registered nurse and Hospital Supervisor at Lakeview before retiring in...

Jan 28, 2020

On Tuesday, January 28, 2020, Clifton Earl Rayford, veteran and father of one, passed away at age 63.

Clifton was born on July 28, 1956 to Leroy and Mary Rayford.  He graduated from Angie High School in 1975.

Later he joined the United States Army (stationed in Ft. Lewis, Washington) in 1979 and quickly navigated ...

Dec 14, 2019

And of shall wipe away all tears from theirs eyes; and there shall be no more death, neither sorrow nor crying, neither shall there be  any more pain.  Rev 21:4

Gilda A. Franklin, a resident of Bogalusa passed away December 14, 2019 at the age of 73 at her home.

Visitation will be Saturday December...

Nov 30, 2019

And God shall wipe all tears from their eyes; and there shall be no more death neither sorrow nor crying, neither shall there be any more pain for the former things are passed away.  Rev:4

Edwin Jay Burris was born on September 18, 1956 to the late Rayford and Wylene M. Burris in Bogalusa, LA, Edwin was...

Nov 26, 2019

Freddie James Buckley Sr. was born on January 8, 1944 in Bogalusa,  LA to the late Robert Buckley Sr. and Velma (Jackson) Buckley.  He departed this life Tuesday November 26, 2091 with his wife and daughter by his side.

Freddie attended Central Memorial High School.  He spent his early years in Chicago ILL.  He retired from Skokie...

Nov 24, 2019

Mr. Virgil Mondy was the third born child of Floretta Brown-Mondy and Terman Mondy on December 1, 1926.. He was called home by the Angel of the Lord on Sunday, November 24, 2019.

Mr. Virgil Mondy was a faithful member of Wesley Ray United Methodist Church and attended until his health failed.

He leaves to...

Nov 10, 2019

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.  John 14:1-2

Earl Cotton Sr was born December 24, 1954 to the late Monroe and Mattie Cotton Calahan...

Nov 3, 2019

"I have fought a good fight, I have finished my course, I have kept the faith." 2 Timothy 4:7

Rose Mary Brown Smith was born on March 9, 1957 to Velma Brown Gatlin and Albert Smith Sr.  She was the seventh child. she transitioned from her earthly home to her heavenly home on Sunday, November 9, 2019...

Nov 3, 2019

"Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened and I will give you rest."   Matthew 11:28

Earvin James Hart affectionately known as "Boo" was born two the late Willie and Miree Hart on March 24, 1955 in Franklinton Louisiana.  During his younger years he lived in New Orleans LA, and later moved back to his...

Oct 1, 2019

The steps of a good  man are ordered by the Lord; and he delighteth in his way.-Psalm 37:23

Norah LeRoy Buchanan's journey came to an end on Tuesday, October 1, 2019 at the Richard Murphy Hospice House in Hammond, LA.  He was born on July 19, 1932 to the late Prince and Jessye Jackson Buchanan in Wilmer,...

Sep 5, 2019

Ruth Jackson-Joyner, a native of Bogalusa, passed away at her home in Somerset, NJ on September 5, 2019.  She was 88 years old.

Ruth attended the Washington Parish School System.

She is survived by her daughter, Angernell Jackson of Somerset: step-children, Barbara and James A. Joyner Jr; and a host of nieces nephews and other...

Aug 19, 2019

I have fought a good fight, I have finished my course, I have kept the faith.

Emma Jean Francis is a longtime resident of Panama City FLA, passed away peacefully at her home on Aug 19, 2019.

She was born in Bogalusa, LA.

She leaves to cherish her memories a son Lonnie (Main...