Obituaries

Sep 15, 2025

Susan Michelle Ratliff-Haynes, born on June 6, 1969, in Bogalusa, Louisiana, was sent to her eternal home on September 15, 2025. Susan, affectionately known as "Suebaby" was a shining light in the lives of all who had the privilege to know her. Her journey on this earth was one marked by love, compassion, and an unwavering faith in God....

Sep 3, 2025

Edward Dillon Thompson was born on November 11, 1939, in Liberty, Mississippi, to the late Joseph and Lillie T. Thompson, one of six children. Edward was raised in Liberty Missionary Baptist Church and accepted Christ at an early age.

After completing high school, He attended Southern University in Baton Rouge and served in the United States Army...

Aug 24, 2025

Ernest Eugene Allen was born on March 19,1957, in Bogalusa, Louisiana to the late James and Mildred Allen. Ernest was a proud graduate of Bogalusa High School, Class of 1975. He later joined the United States Navy, where he served for 6 years. He devoted over 30+ years to working the United States Postal Service in Rex, Georgia. There...

Aug 12, 2025

Le'Tonio Trevell McGowan was born on September 9, 1981, in Bogalusa, Louisiana.  A proud graduate of Varnado High School.  He finished third in his class and achieved the remarkable accomplished of perfect attendance throughout his high school years.

After graduation, Le'Tonio planned to serve his country by joining the U.S. Army, but his path was unexpectedly altered...

Jul 26, 2025

Mr. Hosea C. Johnson was the fifth of eight children born in Varnado, Louisiana to the late Henry and Rebecca Forbes Johnson. He departed this life on July 26, 2025 at the age of 81 years. He lived his life in the Varnado- Angie communities

Mr. Johnson completed high school at Wesley Ray High School, and graduated...

Jul 21, 2025

I fought a good fight, I finished the race, I have kept the faith. Now there is in store for me the crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous Judge will award to me on that day and not only to me, but also to all who have longed for his appearing. II Timothy 4:7-8

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Jul 8, 2025

Ms. Natasha G. Jackson was born August 13, 1975 and departed this life on July 08, 2025.

Jun 19, 2025

Ms. Gigi R. Richmond was born on March 02, 1969 and departed this life on June 19, 2025.

Jun 10, 2025

"Reflection of Life " "The steps of a good man are ordered by the Lord, and he delights in his way." Psalm 37:23

On September 24, 1997, Pastor Christopher D. Matthews, Sr. and Rozuanda Nichols-Youngblood were blessed with a handsome and healthy baby boy. Christopher Jr. was the first boy of the Matthews...

Jun 8, 2025

With heartfelt love and deep sorrow, the family of Mrs. Olevia Speights Mondy, announces her passing on June 8, 2025, at the age of 88.

Born on January 23, 1937, to the late Connie Speights and the late Geneva Wilson Speights.  Olevia lived a life full of grace, kindness, and dedicated service to other.  She was a...

May 30, 2025

I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith.  Now there is in store for me the crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous Judge, will award to me on that day-and not only to me, but also to all who have longed for his appearing. 2Tiomothy 4: 7-8

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May 10, 2025

Wilbur Romarcus Morris was born on April 23, 1970, to the parentage of the late Alcus Pittman Sr. and Elaine Foster Morris in Bogalusa, LA.  Wilbur was educated in the Washington Parish School System and is a graduate of Varnado High School class of 1990 and Delta college of Covington, LA in 1993, with a certificate in Medical Assistance....

May 7, 2025

"Therefore, I urge you, brothers and sisters, in view of God's mercy, to offer your bodies as a living sacrifice, holy and pleasing to God--this is your true and proper worship." Romans 12:1

Devon D. Moses was born October 9, 1979.  He grew up in the Varnado community among his immediate maternal family.  Devon was proud member...

May 4, 2025

Reflections of Gloria's Life

" 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...

Apr 18, 2025

*Pending*

Mar 18, 2025

Tomekia Shontrell Harry was born on September 12, 1978, in Bogalusa, LA to the parentage of Anita Harry and Mr. Michael O'Neal Robinson, at Bogalusa Community Medical Center. She departed her earthly life on March 18, 2025.

She received her early elementary education at Varnado Elementary School. During her teenage years, she relocated to California, and was...

Mar 16, 2025

Hollis Brown was born to the late Mariah Brown on May 24, 1947.

He was called home to be with Christ on March 16, 2025.  he was preceded in death by his mother Mariah Brown, his sisters Annette May and Bobbie Jean Lundie, his brothers Napolean Brown and Roy Cox, his uncles Tommie Brown and Thomas Brown...

Mar 14, 2025

*Pending*

Mar 8, 2025

Leon Moses, affectionately known as Dusty, he was a friend to all. Known for his stories and infectious personality, Dusty never met a stranger.

He was born on September 1, 1933 to Harrison and Margret Moses in Varnado, Louisiana. He joined Mt. Zion Missionary Baptist Church at early age under the guidance of Rev. B.B. Moses. He...

Mar 3, 2025

Mrs. Delores was born on October 13, 1948 and departed this world March 3, 2025 when she was called home by an angel. She is the second out of two surviving loving sisters , Joyce & Janice Osby and brother in law, Roger.

She will be always remembered but never forgotten, as a mother, grandmother, sister and...