Obituaries
Gerald Ray Rogers
Mar 16, 2026
Graveside services for Gerald Ray Rogers, 85, of Natchitoches will be held on Friday, March 20, 2026, at 11:00 am at Provencal Cemetery with Rev. Paul Grace Officiating. Gerald was born on July 24, 1940, in Weaver, Louisiana to his parents Otto Rogers and Vera Bell Sparks Rogers. He passed away on Monday, March 16, 2026, at the Specialty Rehabilitation...
Martha Agnes Bova
Mar 15, 2026
Martha Agnes Bova, 71, was born to Atwood T. Lauw* and Retha Downs Lauw in Natchitoches, Louisiana on December 5, 1954. She passed away peacefully in Shreveport, Louisiana on March 15, 2026 surrounded by her family.
Martha Bova was an unforgettable woman, with a fiery spirit that matched her flaming red hair. During her lifetime she worked at many industrial jobs,...
Jeanora Marie Manuel Walker
Mar 14, 2026
Jeanora Marie Manuel Walker, a cherished mother, grandmother, and great grandmother, passed away peacefully on March 14, 2026, in Natchitoches, LA, surrounded by her loving family. Born on November 23, 1939, in Ville Platte, LA, Jeanora lived a life marked by steadfast faith, unwavering family devotion, and deep respect for the cultural values that shaped her upbringing in South Central...
Wanda Kay Brown
Mar 8, 2026
Wanda Kay Brown, 74 of Campti, LA, passed away on Sunday, March 8, 2026, at her home in Campti. She was born on July 10, 1951, in Shreveport, LA. A graveside service will be held on Sunday, March 15, 2026, at 1:30 p.m. at Thomas and Pullig Cemetery. The cemetery is located on Liberty church road in Martin, LA.
Wanda was...
Wayne Place
Mar 6, 2026
Wayne Place, passed away on March 6, 2026, at Christus Highland in Shreveport, Louisiana. Born on February 17, 1952, in Allen, Louisiana, Wayne's journey through life was defined by his passion for cooking and the joy he found with those around him.
With over 30 years experience in the culinary arts, Wayne was not just a chef he was an artist...
Leslie Methvin
Mar 3, 2026
Leslie VanSickle Methvin was born on March 16, 1960, in Natchitoches, Louisiana, and passed away on March 3, 2026, in Natchitoches, Louisiana, with her daughter, Allison, by her side.
Leslie became an aunt at the age of seven, and she grew up alongside her nieces and nephew. In her early adult life, she enjoyed being outdoors, fishing, and spending time with...
Helen Schelette Newsom
Mar 1, 2026
Helen Schelette Newsom was born on December 5, 1930, in Flora, Louisiana to Willie and Mabel Schelette. She passed away peacefully on March 1, 2026, in Natchitoches, Louisiana, at her sister's home, surrounded by her loved ones.
A devoted educator, Helen dedicated over 40 years of her life to teaching at West Monroe High School, impacting countless students with her passion...
Kathy T. Birdwell
Feb 28, 2026
Kathy T Birdwell, 66, of Natchitoches, LA was born on September 22, 1959 to Wilmer and Mary Tate Birdwell. Kathy went to her heavenly home on February 28, 2026.
Visitation services for Kathy T. Birdwell will be Wednesday, March 4, 2026 from 5:00 p.m. until service time, at 10:00 a.m. on Thursday, March 5, 2026 at Jennings Chapel in Marthaville, LA....
Scarlett Ann Cameron
Feb 27, 2026
Scarlett Ann Cameron was born in Pleasant Hill, LA to John Leo Harrison and Susie Christine Jamerson Harrison, April 17, 1950.
Visitation services for Ms. Scarlett will be Monday, March 2, 2026 from 5-9 pm at New Beginnings Worship Center in Montgomery, LA. Funeral services will follow Tuesday, march 3rd, 2026 at 10 am.
She’s survived by her daughter, Beverly Ann Brewster...
Charles E. Durr
Feb 24, 2026
Charles Everett Durr, a cherished husband, father, papa and friend, peacefully departed this life on February 24, 2026, at his home, surrounded by the love of his family, at the age of 84. A noble servant of his country, Charles dedicated over 20 years to the military, proudly serving in the United States Army and later as a military police...
Anita Janene Hamous
Feb 24, 2026
Anita Janene Hamous, a beloved sister, aunt, and friend, peacefully departed this life on February 24, 2026, in Natchitoches, Louisiana, surrounded by the people she cherished most. Born on October 26, 1961, in Shreveport, Louisiana, Anita embraced life with an open heart and vivacious spirit, leaving an indelible impact on all who knew her.
Janene was not only a devoted family...
Georgia Benedict
Feb 23, 2026
Funeral services for Georgia Benedict will be held on Saturday, March 7, 2026 at Blanchard-St. Denis Funeral Home at 2 pm. Interment will follow at Memory Lawn Cemetery. The family will receive friends for a visitation at the funeral home, Saturday morning, from 10 am until service time at 2 pm.
Georgia Lou Chaplin Benedict passed away after a lengthy illness....
Casey Michael Field
Feb 22, 2026
Casey Michael Field, 51, of Lafayette, passed away on February 22, 2026, in Abbeville, Louisiana.
Born on June 28, 1974, in Natchitoches, Louisiana, to Jimmy and Sandy Field, Casey was raised in Natchitoches, where he spent most of his life before moving to Lafayette six years ago. He worked as a lifelong truck driver.
Casey was the devoted fiancé of Aimee Mackey,...
Kenneth James Otto
Feb 19, 2026
Heaven gained another angel February 19, 2026 when Kenneth James Otto, 87 years old of Natchitoches, Louisiana was welcomed into eternal rest. He was born on July 3rd,1938 as the first of two sons to Irene and Clemons Otto in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Where he resided until 1999 when he and his wife ,Carol moved to Natchitoches. Ken loved to go...
Dorothy Jane Carney
Feb 18, 2026
Funeral services for Dorothy “Dot” Carney will be held on Saturday, February 21, 2026 at 10 AM at Blanchard-St. Denis Funeral Home with Bro. Brian Ray officiating. Burial will follow at Memory Lawn Cemetery. The family will receive friends for a visitation on Friday, February 20, 2026 from 5 PM until 9 PM at the funeral home.
Dorothy “Dot” Jane Collins...
John Scott Sr.
Feb 17, 2026
A funeral mass for John Thomas Scott, Sr. of Natchitoches, Louisiana will be held on Wednesday, the 25th of February 2026 at 11:00 am at the Minor Basilica of the Immaculate Conception, Natchitoches with Father Irion St. Romain as the celebrant, Father Louis Sklar as the homilist and co-celebrant, and Father William “Bill” Gearheard as a co-celebrant. Interment will follow...
Betty Lou Conant
Feb 17, 2026
The world grew a little quieter on February 16, 2026, as Betty Lou Conant, 87, of Natchez, Louisiana, was welcomed into eternal rest. Born on January 27, 1939, as the second of six children to Joseph A. Jones and Rosalie Chelette Jones, Betty was lovingly raised in the Cane River community, where faith, family, and tradition shaped the foundation of...
Norien Alexander Robinson
Feb 14, 2026
Funeral services for Mrs. Norien Robinson will be held on Saturday, February 28, 2026 at 11 AM at Pentecost Baptist Church in Natchez, LA with Rev. Joe Williams officiating. Burial will follow at Lawrence Serenity Sanctum 1630 Breazeale St. Natchitoches, LA.
Mrs. Norien went to be with the Lord February 14, 2026 at the age of 104. She and her twin...
Emily Gillock
Feb 13, 2026
Emily June Gillock, born September 15, 1939, in Marthaville, Louisiana, passed away peacefully in Marthaville, Louisiana, on Friday, February 13, 2026, with two of her three sons at her side.
Emily was born and raised in Marthaville, where she spent her childhood developing a strong sense of independence and an adventurous spirit. She loved to explore the woods as a child...
Shirley Ruth Neal
Feb 11, 2026
Funeral Services for Shirley Neal will be held at 2 pm on Monday, February 16, 2026 at Crossroads Baptist Church with Bro. Dean Crittenden and Bro. Joe Hayes officiating. Burial to follow at Beulah Cemetery near Marthaville, LA. The family will receive friends from 12 noon until 2 pm on Monday the 16th at Crossroads Baptist Church located at 131...
