Obituaries
Gary Stephen DeBlieux
Jan 26, 2026
Gary Stephen DeBlieux passed away on January 26, 2026, at the age of 75. Gary was born in Natchitoches, Louisiana where he lived his entire life.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Mary McQueen DeBlieux Young and Louis Hertzog DeBlieux. He is survived by his siblings Larry Hertzog DeBlieux (Becky), Mary Lu DeBlieux Wilkerson (Phillip), Judith DeBlieux Knecht (Gene),...
Russell Allen Jackson
Jan 25, 2026
RUSSELL, SON OF THE LATE EDGAR JACKSON AND ALFIE JACKSON, HE WAS BORN IN TOCCOA, GEORGIA.
HE WENT TO SCHOOL AROUND THE WORLD AND GRADUATED HIGH SCHOOL IN BRANDON, FLORIDA. HE GRADUATED WITH HIS BACHELOR'S DEGREE FROM NORTHWESTERN STATE (NSU) IN NATCHITOCHES, LOUISIANA. RUSSELL, “RUSTY”, “RUSS” MADE HIS HOME IN FLORIDA, DRAWN TO THE SUN, AND A LIFE THAT DIDN’T TAKE...
Richard Allen LeVasseur
Jan 25, 2026
Richard ‘Ricky’ LeVasseur was born on October 24, 1965. He passed away at the age of 60 on January 25, 2026 after a short illness with cancer. Ricky was a lifelong resident of Natchitoches. He is survived by his mother, Pollye LeVasseur, sister, Lori Coon (husband Scott), and nephews Keegan and Kellen Coon; as well as numerous aunts, uncles and...
Randall Cook
Jan 25, 2026
Randall Cook, age 45, of Robeline, LA, passed away Sunday, January 25, 2026, at Natchitoches Regional Medical Center.
Memorial services will be held at 1:00 PM Friday, January 30, 2026, at Blanchard-St. Denis Funeral Home with Rev. George Scruggs Jr. officiating. Visitation will be held from 11:00 a.m. until the time of service at the funeral home.
Randall was born on October...
Rosa Mae Neal Bolton
Jan 21, 2026
Rosa Mae Neal Bolton, known as Rosie, passed away on January 21, 2026 from a lengthy illness. She was a resident of Natchitoches but was born in Aloha, LA near Colfax, LA. She was a retired Post Master with the US Postal Service. She and her family owned the Power Equipment Sales & Service in Natchitoches which served the community...
Kyle Scott Lester
Jan 20, 2026
Kyle Scott Lester, age 24, Army veteran and devoted son, left this world far too soon on January 20, 2026. Known for his vibrant spirit and unwavering kindness, Kyle touched the lives of everyone fortunate enough to know him. His giving heart and selfless nature were a testament to the values he lived by: love, laughter, service, and compassion. After...
Shasta Lynn Daniels
Jan 16, 2026
Shasta Lynn Johnson Daniels, beloved wife, mother, Kippi, great-grandmother, teacher, and faithful servant of the Lord, age 77, of Robeline, LA, passed away Friday, January 16, 2026, at her home in Robeline, LA.
Arrangements are being managed by Blanchard St. Denis Funeral Home in Natchitoches, LA where the family will receive friends from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM Thursday, January 22,...
Dorothy Camille Mims
Jan 15, 2026
Like her patron saint, St. Therese of Lisieux, Camille Mims did the little things with great love and a smile. She was “joy” itself. Also, Like St. Therese, Camille no doubt, joined the realm of heavenly hosts as its newest angel in heaven with her Savior at an early age. She was born October 26, 2015, in Natchitoches to her...
Johnnie Beeson
Jan 14, 2026
Johnnie Beeson passed away on January 14, 2026, at Christus Highland in Shreveport, Louisiana. Born on April 3, 1961, in Natchitoches, Louisiana, Johnnie was remembered not only for his work ethic but also for the kindness he showed to those around him.
Johnnie's working career began with Con-Agra in which he dedicated eighteen years of service. He then took a position...
Lillie Mae Johnson
Jan 8, 2026
Funeral services for Lillie Mae Johnson, 89 of Natchitoches, will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Monday, January 12, 2026, at Blanchard-St. Denis Funeral Home with Bro. Ben Keele & Bro. Bruce Mitchell officiating. Burial will immediately follow at Calvary Baptist Church Cemetery. Visitation will be held from 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. on Sunday, January 11, 2026, at the...
Dana Rae Kinard
Jan 6, 2026
Dana Kinard left this earth “for her greatest adventure with Jesus” on January 6, 2026.
Among her welcome party, the loved ones that predeceased her, were parents Frances and E. H. Gilson, sister Frances B. Gilson, and her husband of 46 ½ years, Curt Kinard.
She is survived by (get ready, it’s a long list!) sister Mary Ann Gilson Gardner (Jim); brother...
Charles Roque
Jan 5, 2026
Charles Roque, beloved husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather and dedicated member of the community, passed away peacefully on January 5, 2026, at his residence in Melrose, Louisiana, with his loving family by his side. Born on February 23, 1930, Charles lived a life filled with hard work, dedication, and profound love for his family and community.
Charles received his early education...
Clarence Rachal
Jan 4, 2026
Clarence Rachal, 99, of Harrison, TN passed away Sunday, January 4, 2026 at his home.
Born in Derry, LA, Mr. Rachal was a resident of LA for 23 years, before moving to Chicago, IL from 1950 until 1992 at which time he returned to LA for 15 years before moving to Harrison, TN in 2007.
He retired from Sales Tool in Chicago,...
Edward D. Trichel
Jan 1, 2026
Edward D. Trichel, a beloved father, grandfather, and brother, passed away peacefully on January 1, 2026, in Minden, Louisiana, at the age of 85. Born on March 18, 1940, in Natchitoches, Louisiana, to Eddie Trichel and Loraine Gourdon Trichel.
Edward dedicated more than half of his life to working for Madden Contracting Company, taking pride in a hard day’s work and...
James Edward McDonald
Jan 1, 2026
James “Jimmy” Edward McDonald was born on October 1, 1941, to Curtis and Dorothy Lofton McDonald in Powhatan, Louisiana. He departed this world on January 1, 2026. His grandchildren jokingly said that Papaw Jimmy made Big Mama wait an extra day for her birthday. Those who knew him knew that he loved to pick almost as much as he loved...
Adrene Methvin McKnight
Jan 1, 2026
“The purpose of life, after all, is to live it, to taste experience to the utmost,
to reach out eagerly and without fear for newer and richer experience.” ~ Eleanor Roosevelt
Adrene McKnight never slowed down long enough to be ordinary. At an age when most people begin to take it easy, she leaned in. She chose adventure over caution, laughter over...
James Randell Dupree
Dec 29, 2025
James Randell Dupree “Randy”, born February 20, 1954, entered his heavenly home at his residence, surrounded by his loving family, on December 29, 2025, at the age of 71.
Randy was born to the late Rev. A.J. Dupree and Pearlie Skinner Dupree. He was a devoted husband of 52 years to Rhonda Colston Dupree, a loving father to Brandi McManus and...
Raymond Louis Locatto
Dec 28, 2025
Raymond Louis Locatto, Sr. was born on April 8, 1949 in New Orleans, LA. The love of my life was unexpectedly called away on December 28, 2025. Ray was preceded in death by his parents Dominic Raymond and Florence Richardson Locatto; sister Connie Piazza; and brother, Constandino “Gus” Locatto.
Ray loved to fish, crab, and shrimp. Being Italian and from New...
Luther W. Lott, Jr.
Dec 28, 2025
Luther “Buddy” Lott was born on June 6, 1959, and passed away on Sunday, December 28, 2025, surrounded by his beloved family.
Buddy lived in Natchitoches his entire life. He graduated from St. Mary’s High School in 1977, and in 2011 he was inducted into the SMH Hall of Fame for his continued support of his Alma Mater. Buddy attended Northwestern...
Maxine Cotton
Dec 25, 2025
Maxine Cotton was born on July 20, 1956 in Zwolle, LA. She entered eternal rest and was reunited with her mother on December 25, 2025, at the age of 69.
Maxine lived a vibrant life filled with love, kindness, and joy. She touched many hearts and will forever inspire those who knew her.
She is preceded in death by her parents Arthur...
