Obituaries
Gary Alan Harper
Aug 17, 2024
Gary Alan Harper, age 68 of Montgomery, LA, died Saturday, August 17, 2024.
Gary was born on February 7, 1956 in Saline, LA. He was the youngest of 7 children born to Roy Harper and Cecile Willis Harper,
He is preceded in death by his parents, Roy and Cecile Willis Harper; brothers, Leonard Harper and Roy K. Harper; and a sister Lyvonnie...
Patricia Diane Floyd
Aug 17, 2024
Patricia Diane Floyd, age 74, passed away peacefully in the early morning hours of August 17, 2024. Patricia, a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and caregiver, touched the lives of many with her warmth and selflessness. Born on January 7, 1950 to Curtis and Verlon Larkin, Patricia dedicated her life to caring for her family. She lovingly cared for her children,...
Sandra Gourdon
Aug 16, 2024
In honoring her wishes of cremation, a memorial service for Sandra K. Gourdon will be held on Saturday, August 24, 2024 at 2:00 pm at Cane Gardens Apartments located at 724 Keyser Ave, Natchitoches, LA 71457. She will be laid to rest at Clear Lake Cemetery also known as St. Peter's Chapel Cemetery near Goldonna, LA at a later date,
Sandra...
Beverley Black Fair
Aug 16, 2024
Beverley Black Fair passed away on August 16,2024, in Shreveport, Louisiana. She was born on April 22, 1943, in Monroe, Louisiana, and lived a life dedicated to her family and the noblest of jobs as a homemaker.
Beverley was the devoted wife of Roy Fair for 63 wonderful years, having married on November 12, 1960. Together, they built a life filled...
Meredith Paige Smith
Aug 15, 2024
On Thursday, August 15, 2024, Jesus came and set his daughter free. Meredith Paige Smith born June 20,1989, Age 35. Born in Natchitoches, Louisiana. Meredith was a light, caregiver, joyful soul, resilient and a determined fisher of men.
Meredith operated in her many God given gifts and talents, but her ultimate gift was given to her by God and that was...
Dean Andrew Roge'
Aug 14, 2024
Dean Andrew Roge' passed away on August 14, 202, in Melrose, Louisiana, at the age of 54. Born on August 21, 1969, in Shreveport, Louisiana,
Dean's personality captured the essence of a man who relished life's simple pleasures. His enthusiasm for hunting alligators and fishing reflected his adventurous spirit, while swimming at Kisatchie was among his cherished joys. Dean also had...
Bruce Russell Ralston
Aug 14, 2024
A mass of Christian Burial for Bruce Russell Ralston will be held Saturday, August 17, 2024 at 10:00 AM at the Minor Basilica of the Immaculate Conception with Reverend Louis Sklar serving as celebrant. Burial will follow in Memory Lawn Cemetery in Natchitoches, Louisiana. Visitation will be held Friday, August 16, 2024 from 5 PM until 8 PM at Blanchard...
Edward Carter Moore
Aug 13, 2024
Funeral services for Edward Carter Moore will be held on Thursday, August 22, 2024 at Blanchard-St. Denis Funeral Home at 11:00 am with Father Tommy Paul officiating. The family will receive friends for a visitation on Thursday at the funeral home from 9:00 am until 10:30 am. Recitation of the Holy Rosary will be at 10:30.
Carter was born on September...
Nancy Hataway Masters
Aug 10, 2024
Nancy Hataway Masters, passed away on August 10, 2024, at the age of 81. She was born on April 14, 1943, to Stanley W. Hataway and Bertha Ella Mae Hataway. Nancy was predeceased by her loving husband, Glynn Masters, and her first husband, Jerry Lynn Carney, who was the father of her children.
Nancy was a woman of grace who touched...
Emily May Fredericks Wofford
Aug 10, 2024
Emily May Fredericks Wofford passed away peacefully on August 10, 2024. She was born in Natchitoches, LA in 1927 to Marjorie May and Albert Asa Fredericks. She was preceded in death by her husband, Thomas Bushrod Wofford, whom she married in 1950.
She is survived by her daughters, Cynthia Wofford, Emily Neelley (Baron), and Marcie duQuesnay (Emeric); grandchildren, Baron Neelley (Allison)...
Ina Mae Bolton McDonald
Aug 10, 2024
Homegoing services for Ina Mae Bolton McDonald will be held Tuesday, August 13, 2024, at Fountain of Life Pentecostal Church, Natchitoches, Louisiana. Visitation will be held from 9:00 AM until the time of service at 11:00 AM. Ina’s nephew Rev. Gordon Simmons and Rev. Matthew Pagels are officiating the services. Burial will follow in Oak Grove Methodist Church Cemetery, in...
Brother Michael David Elvestrom
Aug 8, 2024
Brother Michael David Elvestrom , who identifies as a Franciscan Friar in the Catholic Church and was a fixture of Natchitoches' art and culture scene for decades, passed away on August 8, 2024. He was born on June 25, 1944 to Hilda and Bernard Elvestrom and his formative years were spent on a farm with animals and gardens in Washington...
Larry Page
Aug 7, 2024
Larry Eugene Page, born on July 25, 1980 to Larry Douglas Page and Deborah Bell in Coushatta, LA, passed away on August 7, 2024 in Campti, LA at the age of 44. A memorial service to celebrate his life will be held on Saturday, August 24, 2024 at New Beginnings Baptist Church in Castor, LA from 3:30 pm with Bro....
John Lee Kerry, Sr.
Aug 7, 2024
John Lee Kerry, Sr. was born on July 25, 1955 in Delhi, LA to his parents Thomas Pautaleon Kerry and Gladys Lucille Basco. He passed away on August 7, 2024 in Natchitoches.
He is preceded in death by his parents, former wife but still dear friend Agnes Kerry, brother Thomas Lee Kerry (T.L.), sister Nelder Mae Kerry-Wilbanks, two daughters Chelsea and...
Brandie Lee Roe
Aug 4, 2024
Brandie Lee Roe, aged 42, passed away on August 4, 2024, in her hometown of Shreveport, Louisiana. Born on November 6, 1981, in Shreveport, she lived a life marked by deep familial bonds and a profound love for her pets.
Brandie was a devoted daughter, sister, niece, cousin, partner, and a cherished chihuahua mom. Her life was filled with the love...
Thomas Alexander Bolton
Aug 3, 2024
“Family and friendships are two of the greatest facilitators of happiness.” ~ John C. Maxwell
Thomas Alexander “Tommy” Bolton was born in New Orleans on August 14, 1949, and died at his home in Natchitoches, surrounded by his loving family on August 3, 2024. He was preceded in death by his children Rebecca Blayne Bolton and Alexander Wade Bolton, his parents...
Bonnie Elaine Kay
Aug 1, 2024
Bonnie Elaine Kay passed away on August 1st, 2024 in peace at the Courtyard of Natchitoches. Born on October 13th, 1935 to Joseph Eli Kay and Thelma Turner Kay, she lived a life filled with warmth, kindness, and cherished connections.
Bonnie was a beloved member of Harmony Baptist Church where she enjoyed fellowship with her church family. Her vibrant personality was...
Joseph Wylie Vercher
Jul 31, 2024
Joseph Wylie (JW) Vercher, 86, of Campti passed from this life on the 31st day of July, 2024 at the Courtyard of Natchitoches, La after an extended battle with Alzheimer's. He was born August 12, 1937 to Ramie and Jane Vercher of Campti, Louisiana.
He was a devoted member of United Baptist Church and leaves a legacy of deep faith, generosity,...
Jacques Matt III
Jul 31, 2024
Jacques Matt III passed away on July 31, 2024, at the age of 68 in Natchitoches, Louisiana. Born on September 15, 1955, in Alexandria, Louisiana, Jacques was a lifelong resident of Louisiana and a dedicated farmer, having spent over 40 years nurturing the land at Matt Farms.
Jacques was known for being fun-loving, hardworking, playful, loyal, silly, and wild. He had...
Mike LaCaze
Jul 29, 2024
On July 29, 2024, the world lost a beloved soul with the passing of Michael James LaCaze, known affectionately as Mike to his family and friends. He was born on November 15, 1977, in Natchitoches, where he also passed away with his loving family by his side.
Mike dedicated over a decade of his life serving the City of Natchitoches as...
