Obituaries
Charles "Gator" DeDon
Sep 15, 2023
Charles “Gator” DeDon, 68 of Natchitoches entered his heavenly home on Friday, September 15, 2023, in Natchitoches. Gator was born on July 7, 1955, in Natchitoches, LA to his parents James DeDon and Shelby Edwards.
He was preceded in death by his parents, brother Eddie Bynog, sister Melissa “Cookie” DeDon, and son-in-law Dale Presson. Those left to cherish his memory...
Janis Stupic Ross
Sep 12, 2023
Janis Stupic Ross, 69 years of age and a resident of Natchitoches, passed away on September 12, 2023. She was born on August 17, 1954 in Mansfield, LA to Frank Stupic and Lucy Black Stupic. She was preceded in death by her parents.
She is survived by her husband of 38 years, Larry Ross, II; and a son, Larry Ross,...
Dorothy Velma Foshee LaCaze
Sep 11, 2023
Dorothy Lacaze, a long-time resident of Natchitoches, passed away Monday, September 11, 2023, at the age of 95.Dot was preceded in death by her parents, James Matthew and Addie Elkins Foshee; sister, Audrey Foshee Cox; brother, James Aubrey Foshee; husband James Clarence Davis; husband Louis James “Pete” Lacaze; and son, James Allen Davis.She leaves behind a legacy in the family...
Judy Katherine Lindsey
Sep 10, 2023
Graveside services for Judy Katherine Lindsey will be held at 2 P.M. Tuesday, September 12, 2023 at Provencal Cemetery in Provencal, La. with Rev. Paul Grace officiating.
Judy was born September 8, 1952 in Arcadia, FL. She passed away September 10, 2023 at the age of 71.
She was preceded in death by her parents Elvis and Ella Rhodes, infant sister...
Joe Mitchell JR
Sep 3, 2023
Joe Mitchell Jr., a long-time resident of Marthaville La. was born Sunday, January 14th, 1940. He passed away Sunday, September 3rd, 2023, surrounded by family.
He is preceded in death by his wife of 59 years Carita Jennings Mitchell; parents Joe and Arbie Mitchell of Many; 2 brothers Ray Mitchell & wife Dorothy of Ft. Jessup, La. James...
Karen Lynn Bennett Lonadier
Aug 31, 2023
Karen Lonadier, beloved mother, and friend, passed away on August 31, 2023, at the age of 58, in Natchitoches, Louisiana.Born on January 23, 1965, Karen was a vibrant soul who touched the lives of all who knew her. She was known for her kind heart, infectious laughter, and unwavering love for her family and friends.Karen's daughters Leann Rains and Haley...
Mark R. Daniels
Aug 28, 2023
Mark Rene Daniels started his journey on April 28, 1964, in Ferriday, Louisiana. His journey ended on August 28, 2023, in Natchitoches, Louisiana. In between, Mark lived an adventurous life on his terms. Mark loved motorcycles, romance, and animals. He was a lifelong motorcyclist; his favorite motorcycle was a 1959 Panhead. He surrounded himself with beautiful, intelligent women and enjoyed...
Malcolm Harry Anderson, Jr.
Aug 27, 2023
A Memorial Service to celebrate the life of Malcolm Harry Anderson, Jr., “Buddy”, will be Thursday, August 31, 2023 at 2:00 pm at First Baptist Church, 508 2nd St., Natchitoches, LA. The family will receive friends for a visitation on Thursday, August 31, 2023 at 1:00 pm until service time in the church entrance hall. In lieu of flowers, please...
Jeffery Michael Broadway
Aug 26, 2023
Funeral service to honor the life of Jeff Broadway will be held at 4 pm on Wednesday, August 30, 2023 at Blanchard-St. Denis Funeral Home with Bro. BJ Hood officiating. Burial will follow at Rocky Mount Cemetery in Robeline, LA. The family will receive friends from 2 pm until service time on Wednesday the 30th at Blanchard-St. Denis Funeral Home. ...
Janice Lester Faust
Aug 24, 2023
Funeral service for Janice Lester Faust will be held at 12 noon on Thursday, August 31, 2023 at Blanchard-St. Denis Funeral Home. Burial will follow at Zion Baptist Church Cemetery in Fairview Alpha, LA. The family will receive friends for 9 am until service time on the 31st at Blanchard-St. Denis Funeral Home.
Janice, 69 years of age, passed away...
Mary Kathryn Unger Youngblood
Aug 24, 2023
Mary Kathryn Unger Youngblood was born on December 8, 1941in Sullivan County, Indiana to William Unger and Edna McComas Unger. Mary spent the first 18 years of her life in Indiana before moving to Alabama.
While living in Alabama Mary met her future husband David who was in the U.S. Army. Together with their children, David and Mary traveled...
Georgie Alice "Jokie" Taylor
Aug 23, 2023
A service celebrating the light filled fun spirited life of Georgie Alice "Jokie" Cayer Taylor will be held at 10am on Tuesday, August 29, 2023 at the First United Methodist Church of Natchitoches with Rev. Doug de Graffenried officiating. Internment will follow at the American Cemetery under the direction of Blanchard St. Denis Funeral Home. The family will receive...
Elouise Berry Lodrige Weeks
Aug 23, 2023
Funeral service for Mrs. Elouise Berry Lodrige Weeks will be held at 12 noon on Monday, August 28, 2023 at Blanchard-St. Denis Funeral Home. Burial will follow at Lambertown Cemetery in Robeline, LA. The family will receive friends from 11 am until service time on Monday the 28th at Blanchard-St. Denis Funeral Home.
Those honored to serve as pallbearers include...
Gwendell "Sue" Turnley
Aug 22, 2023
Funeral services for Gwendell “Sue” Turnley, 69, of Provençal, LA will be held at 11:00 a.m on Thursday, August 24, 2023, at Provençal First Baptist Church with Bro. Waylon Gauntt officiating. Interment will follow at Provençal Cemetery. Visitation will be held Wednesday, August 23, 2023, from 5:00 - 9: 00p.m at Provençal First Baptist Church.
Sue was born on...
Mac Neal Metoyer
Aug 21, 2023
A Mass of Christian burial Mac Neal Metoyer will be held on Monday, August 28, 2023 at 10:3o am at St. Augustine Catholic Church in Isle Breville, Louisiana with Father William Gearheard officiating. Interment will follow at St. Augustine Catholic Church Cemetery.
Visitation will be on Sunday, August 27, 2023 from 6 P.M. until 8 P. M. at Blanchard-St. Denis...
Charles Dillard Brazzel JR.
Aug 20, 2023
“What God can do!” one of his sayings when he was enjoying God’s beauty! Wonder what he’s saying now, now that he’s actually there.
Our Dad, Charles Dillard Brazzel, Jr., went to Glory Land on Sunday August 20, 2023.Services will be held Thursday August 24, at 8:00 A.M. at Cypress Baptist Church in Cypress, La. Officiating the...
Lance Michael Hebert
Aug 19, 2023
Lance Michael Hebert passed away on August 19, 2023 at the age of 32. He made his arrival on August 15, 1991 to Gerard and Sharen Hebert.
He was a devoted and loving father, son, and brother. His son was his pride and joy. Lance’s smile and charismatic personality was infectious to all who knew him. You could always find...
Michael Ray Bowen
Aug 17, 2023
Michael Ray Bowen, age 77, a life-long resident of Natchitoches, Louisiana passed away on Thursday, August 17, 2023 at his home surrounded by his loved ones having lost his battle with Alzheimer's disease.
Michael is survived by his daughter Jenny Settle and husband Daniel; grandchildren John-Michael Settle, wife Sierra; Danielle Morgan, husband Zachary; great-grandchildren Geneva Kate Settle and Victoria Rayne...
Dorothy Anne Wise
Aug 16, 2023
A service to honor the life of Mrs. Dorothy Anne Wise will be held at 1 pm on Saturday, August 26, 2023 at Beulah Methodist Church in Marthaville, LA. Burial will follow at Beulah Methodist Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 11 am until service time at Beulah Methodist Church.
Dorothy Anne Wise was born on January 1, 1948...
Beatrice Lawrence
Aug 15, 2023
Beatrice Lawrence, 83, of Natchitoches, was born on September 5, 1939, in Cloutierville, LA, to Noah Mitcham and Rosa Vercher Mitcham. She passed away on August 15, 2023 at her home in Natchitoches.
She is preceded in death by her parents; her siblings, Verler Mitcham, Dorathy Mitham, Elizabeth Mitcham, and Herbert Micham; husband Captain Milford Lawrence; granddaughter, Heather Rushing; and her...
