Obituaries
C W Weeks
Oct 6, 2025
C W Weeks, a well-known figure in Natchitoches, passed away on October 6, 2025, in Coushatta, LA, at the age of 80. Born on December 1, 1944, in Natchitoches, LA to Charlie and Willie Mae Broadway Weeks.
C W was known for his versatile career, adeptly navigating various fields throughout his life. He began his professional journey as a butcher, later...
Ann Marie LaCaze
Oct 4, 2025
Ann LaCaze, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully on October 4, 2025, at the age of 94. She was born on April 2, 1931, in Flora, Louisiana, where her strong spirit, sharp wit, and warm heart first took root.
Ann shared 66 beautiful years of marriage with her devoted husband, Lawrence LaCaze, and together they built a life...
Beverly Thomasee Sparks
Oct 3, 2025
Beverly Thomasee Sparks, age 64, passed away peacefully at her home in Colfax, Louisiana, on Friday, October 3, 2025. She was born on October 6, 1961, in Wichita Falls, Texas.Beverly is survived by her daughter, Hollie Sparks of Anna, Texas; her beloved grandson, London Sparks of Anna, Texas; and her two sisters, Donna Thomasee and Pamela Sarvela, both of Seattle,...
Amanda Kaye Milam
Oct 2, 2025
Amanda Kaye Milam, 55, of Natchitoches, Louisiana, passed away peacefully on October 2, 2025 surrounded by family and loved ones. Born on February 20, 1970, in Alexandria, Louisiana, Amanda spent most of her life in Natchitoches, where she raised her children, and touched countless lives with her warmth, humor, and deep compassion.
Amanda devoted many years of her life to her...
Betty Josephine Smith
Sep 30, 2025
A service to honor the life of Betty Josephine (Betty Jo) Prudhomme Smith will be held on Sunday, October 5, 2025, at 2:00 p.m. at the Minor Basilica of Immaculate Conception Church in Natchitoches, Louisiana. The family will receive friends the same day from 11:30 a.m. until 1:30 p.m. at Blanchard St. Denis Funeral home.
Betty was born in Natchitoches, Louisiana...
Richard Lee "Ricky" Luman
Sep 24, 2025
Richard Lee “Ricky” Luman of Provencal was born on Saturday, December 31,1960 in Maryland. He passed away peacefully on Wednesday, September 24,2025 at his home in Provencal, LA.
He was the most loving and caring husband, dad, and grandpa. He was always there when his family needed him. He loved it when we would have family days, and he always enjoyed...
Inez Julia LaCour
Sep 22, 2025
In honor and celebration of the life of Mrs. Inez LaCour visitation will begin at 9:00 am and funeral services will be at 11:00 am, on Friday, September 26, 2025 at Blanchard St. Denis Funeral Home Chapel in Natchitoches, Louisiana with the Reverend Logan Brock officiating. Interment will follow at Memory Lawn Cemetery. Mrs. LaCour, 101+ years young, passed away...
Dorothy Kay Burt
Sep 19, 2025
Dorothy Kay Burt, born on April 5, 1946, in Natchitoches, Louisiana, peacefully departed this life on September 19, 2025, in her hometown. Dorothy was a loving wife, mother, and grandmother whose spirit and warmth touched the lives of many around her.
Dorothy took pride in her career as a hairdresser after graduating from Cosmetology School, a role that allowed her to...
Thurlow Janice (Sissie) Mayeaux
Sep 17, 2025
Thurlow Janice Miller (Sissie) Mayeaux was born December 18, 1938 in Houma, Louisiana. She passed away September 17, 2025.
A 1956 graduate of Campti High School, she was a lifetime and devoted member of the First United Methodist Church. While working full time and raising two sons, Ben and Clay, in 1983 she earned a bachelor's of science degree from Northwestern...
William T. Rathburn, Jr.
Sep 15, 2025
William T. Rathburn, Jr., affectionately known as Bill, passed away peacefully on Monday, September 15, 2025, at the age of 67. Born in Natchitoches, Louisiana, Bill was a devoted outdoorsman who found great joy in deer hunting and fishing, with many memorable catches over the years. One of his greatest pleasures was sharing his love of the outdoors with his...
Catherine Beatrice Antoon
Sep 14, 2025
Catherine Beatrice Antoon, age 80, of Natchitoches, LA, passed away on Sunday, September 14, 2025. A celebration of life will be held on Friday, September 19th, at 2:00 p.m. at Blanchard St. Denis Funeral Home. The family will accept visitors from 12:30 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. A private graveside burial will immediately follow.
Catherine was born in Natchitoches, LA, on March...
John Patrick Henry
Sep 13, 2025
John Patrick Henry, known by all as Pat, passed away on September 13, 2025, in Shreveport, Louisiana. He was born on September 22, 1944, in Shreveport and his formative years was a resident of Powhatan, LA. At the time of his passing he was a resident of Gloster, LA
Pat's education began in Powhatan, culminating in his graduation from St. Mary's...
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...
