Obituaries
Glenda Marie Brossette Merrill
Sep 11, 2025
Glenda Marie Brossette Merrill, 83, of Cloutierville left this world to be welcomed into the arms of the Lord on Thursday, Sept. 11, 2025, after an extended illness.
The family will receive friends from 5-8 p.m. on Sunday, Sept. 14, at Blanchard St. Denis Funeral Home in Natchitoches. Services will be held at Blanchard St. Denis on Monday, Sept. 15, at...
Gloria Mae Neal
Sep 10, 2025
It is with great sorrow and yet a peace of God to announce that our mother, Gloria Mae Morgan Neal has gone to be with her Lord and Savior.
Her struggle is over, and her wish has finally been granted. Gloria was born May 10, 1932, and left this world September 10, 2025 at the age of 93 years old. She...
Ronald Lee Holman
Sep 9, 2025
It is with profound sadness that the family of Ronald Lee Holman announces his passing on September 9, 2025.
Affectionately known as “Butterball,” Ronald was one of the most genuine, happy-go-lucky people you could ever meet. His laugh was contagious, and his upbeat personality often got him out of trouble. He had a natural gift for bringing joy to those around...
Robert J Brister
Sep 7, 2025
Robert Jural Brister 76 of Flora Louisiana entered into eternal rest peacefully with his children, grandchildren, and loved ones by his side on, Sunday, September 7th, 2025.
Born February 14th, 1949 in Many Louisiana to Roy and Vida Stanley Brewster Robert was the youngest of seven siblings. After serving in the United States Army as a special forces sharpshooter Robert went...
Rodney Allen
Sep 4, 2025
Rodney Shane Allen, 50, died on September 4th, 2025 surrounded by his loving family and friends. He lived a life filled with passion, purpose and unwavering determination.
Rodney was born in Natchitoches, Louisiana on May 27th, 1975 to Karen and Jacky Allen. He attended Natchitoches Central High School, then soon went onto work for his dad doing construction. He always seemed...
Rita Jane Polk Carlile
Aug 31, 2025
Rita Jane Polk Carlile, age 76, passed away peacefully at her home in Natchitoches, Louisiana, on August 31, 2025.
Rita was born on April 25, 1949, in New Orleans, Louisiana, and was raised in Natchitoches, where she spent more than 30 years of her life. She graduated from Northwestern State University in 1978 with a bachelor’s degree in elementary education.
For 20...
Richard Turner Johnson
Aug 22, 2025
Richard Turner Johnson passed away peacefully surrounded by family in Natchitoches, Louisiana on August 22, 2025 at the age of 82. Richard is survived by his loving wife Barbara whom he was married to for 55 years. Their son Lance Johnson (wife Terrah) of Shreveport; granddaughters Emmalyn, Hannah, and Gracie. Daughter Leslie Johnson Kennedy (husband Mickey) of Southlake, Texas; granddaughters...
James Michael "Mike" Pierce
Aug 20, 2025
James Michael Pierce ¨Mike¨ passed peacefully surrounded by family in Natchitoches, Louisiana on August 20th, 2025 at the age of 74. Mike is survived by his wife, Teresa Barmer Pierce; son, J. Tyler Pierce (Madeline) of Breaux Bridge; grandsons John Maxwell, Porter James, and Morgan Douglas Pierce; sisters Brenda Pierce Falanga(Jimmy) of Metairie, Miriam (Patti) Fern Pierce of Lewiston, Sandy...
Robert Eugene Porter, Sr.
Aug 17, 2025
Robert Eugene Porter, Sr., age 93, a resident of Rio Communities, NM, for 10 months (previously Natchez, LA), passed away on August 17, 2025, surrounded by his family.
Robert was born on March 20, 1932, in Dallas, TX, to Guy and Viola Porter. Robert was a veteran of the US Air Force, serving during the Korean War overseas. Before his retirement,...
Rodney Lane Achord
Aug 17, 2025
Rodney Lane Achord, age 65, passed away on August 17, 2025, in Shreveport, Louisiana.
Born in Natchitoches, Louisiana, Rodney was a lifelong resident devoted to his family, his community, and above all, his faith. He worked for many years for the City of Natchitoches where he served as a lineman and a staking engineer. After retirement, he served as an electrician...
Clifford Wayne Shoemaker
Aug 17, 2025
Clifford Wayne Shoemaker, born September 29, 1953 in Robeline, LA, passed from this life to his eternal home with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Sunday, August 17, 2025.
A Homegoing service to celebrate his life will be held on Tuesday, August 19, 2025 at 2:00 PM at Hickory Grove Congregational Methodist Church in Robeline, LA with Reverend Brian Jennings...
Lucille Longlois Bennett
Aug 13, 2025
Lucille Bennett was born to Louis Longlois and Selestine Longlois on August 30, 1931 and passed from this earthly life on August, 13, 2025 in Natchitoches.
Lucille was preceded in death by her parents; Mr. & Mrs. Louis Longlois of Flora, her husband; Harvey Bennett of Montrose, her son; Lynn Bennett of Flora; and a son-in-law, Ronnie Vascocu.
She is survived by...
Nicholas Alexander West
Aug 11, 2025
Nicholas Alexander West was born on October 1, 1990 in Alexandria, Louisiana and passed away suddenly on August 11, 2025.
Nick was a beloved son, cousin, nephew and friend. Anyone who was in his presence felt his warmth, personality and good humor. Nick never met a stranger.
Nick graduated from Parkview Baptist School in Baton Rouge, Louisiana and was a graduate of...
Tammie Laree “Maw Maw” Johnson Brian
Aug 7, 2025
Tammie Laree “MawMaw” Johnson Brian was born in Sanford, North Carolina and passed away peacefully at her home in Bellwood, Louisiana, on August 7, 2025, at the age of 60.
Born October 6, 1964, Tammie lived a life marked by steadfast faith, service, strength, and devotion to family. She proudly served as a Lance Corporal (E‑3) in the United States Marine...
Rev. David Edward Allen
Aug 4, 2025
David Edward Allen, age 78, of Natchitoches, Louisiana passed away on Monday, August 4, 2025 at St. Joseph’s Carpenters House. David was born October 3, 1946 in McAllister, Oklahoma. He is the son of the late Frank and the late Georgia (Brooks) Allen. David graduated from Fairpark High School in Shreveport, Louisiana in 1964. David married Frances Perry on February...
Dell Thomas Morgan
Aug 3, 2025
Funeral service for Dell Thomas Morgan will be held on Friday, August 8, 2025 at 10:00am at Blanchard-St. Denis Funeral Home. Burial will follow in Memory Lawn Cemetery. Visitation will be Thursday, August 7, 2025, from 5:00-7:00pm.
Mrs. Morgan, a native of Spencer, Louisiana was a lifelong resident of Natchitoches. She was preceded in death by her husband, Rufus R. Morgan;...
George Raymond Matthews
Aug 1, 2025
George Raymond Matthews, born September 22, 1939, passed away peacefully with his daughters by his side on August 1, 2025, at the age of 85 in Natchitoches, Louisiana. Originally from Robeline, Louisiana, he was a beloved friend, a devoted father, and a cherished Paw Paw whose presence brought warmth, laughter, and kindness to everyone who knew him.
Others may remember George...
Otis McClinton
Aug 1, 2025
Otis McClinton was born March 23,1933 in Bermuda, LA to Willie and Rozelia McClinton. He passed away peacefully on August 1, 2025, in Natchitoches Louisiana surrounded by his loving family.
Otis and his family moved from Bermuda to Natchitoches when he was a child. He later relocated to Houston in the 1940’s where he married his sweetheart, Eunice (Lizzie) Graham, also...
Zane Arlin Adams, Sr.
Jul 31, 2025
Zane Arlin Adams, Sr., affectionately known by many as "Butchy", was born on February 26, 1948, in Berwick, Louisiana and passed away peacefully on July 31, 2025, in Marthaville, Louisiana, surrounded by his loving family. He faced a courageous six-year battle with cancer, but we are now assured that he is not struggling anymore in his eternal home in heaven.
Zane...
Yvonne Lillian Marie Walther Dupuy
Jul 30, 2025
God has called another sweet soul home. Yvonne Lillian Marie Walther Dupuy made her home in Natchitoches, LA since 1956. Maw-Maw, as she was known to her family, was born April 3, 1926, the fourth child of Lynn Emile Walther and Lillian Marie Barrilleaux Walther. Her family lived in Gibson, LA until they moved to Jennings, LA in 1931.
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