Obituaries
Mary Ann Conant Wigely
Mar 10, 2025
On Monday, March 10, 2025, the Angel from above came to claim the life of our loved one after a brief illness.
Mary Ann Conant Wigely was a wonderful, caring and loving wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. She loved the Lord and showed it in her daily walk with faithfulness and devout Christianity. She was always there when we were having...
Patsy Lou Johnson
Mar 9, 2025
Patsy Lou Johnson passed away on March 9, 2025, in Natchitoches, Louisiana. Born on January 23, 1945, in Durant, Oklahoma, Patsy lived a life dedicated to teaching, faith, and community service.
With a degree in family and consumer sciences from Oklahoma State University and further education including a Master’s degree and plus 30 in early childhood education from Northwestern State University,...
Grady Cook Sr.
Mar 7, 2025
Grady Cook, 91, died peacefully in his sleep on March 7, 2025, in Natchitoches, LA, from complications of COVID and stroke.
Grady was born in Florien, LA, on October 25, 1933, to Eddie Houston Cook and Exie Westbrook Cook. He graduated from high school in Rosepine, LA, where he met the love of his life, Tressie Lavaune Scarborough Cook. They were...
Lanette Brossett Nichols
Mar 7, 2025
A Catholic Vigil service for Lanette Brossett Nichols will be held 10:30 AM Wednesday, March 12, 2025 in Holy Cross Church in Natchitoches, LA. Burial will be in Emmanual Cemetery in Chopin, LA. Visitation will be Tuesday, March 11, 2025 at Blanchard-St. Denis Funeral Home from 5 PM until 8 PM with a Rosary at 7 PM. Lanette Nichols, 58,...
Essie Mae Harris
Mar 3, 2025
Essie Mae Harris, passed away on March 3, 2025, at the age of 80. Born on November 22, 1944, in Natchitoches, Louisiana, Essie was a devoted Catholic and a long-time parishioner at St. Anthony Catholic Church, where she found solace and community throughout her life.
Essie was known for her loving spirit, exemplified in her role as a mother, grandmother, and...
Jo Ann Vanhook Smith
Mar 2, 2025
Jo Ann Smith passed away peacefully with her family by her side on Sunday, March 2, 2025, at the age of 85. She was a loving mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. Jo Ann is preceded in death by her parents, Thomas F. Van Hook and Elsie Gilcrease; husband John David Smith and seven siblings. Left to cherish her memory are her...
Jimmy A. Reeve
Feb 28, 2025
Jimmy A. Reeve was born on December 16, 1939, in Heflin, Louisiana to John and Minnie Reeve, and he was the youngest of fourteen children. He departed this life on February 28, 2025, in Marthaville, Louisiana, leaving behind a legacy of love, dedication, and cherished memories.
Jimmy dedicated over 30 years of his career to AT&T, retiring in 1996. His professional...
Norma Celeste Rachal Claspill
Feb 27, 2025
The family of Norma Celeste Rachal Claspill will receive friends on Friday, March 7, 2025 from 5 pm to 8 pm at Blanchard-St. Denis Funeral Home. Recitation of the Holy Rosary will be held at 6:30 pm with a Eulogy Service to follow in the funeral home chapel.
Charles William Bonds
Feb 26, 2025
Funeral services for Charles William Bonds will be held on Sunday, March 2, 2025 at 2 pm at Blanchard-St. Denis Funeral Home with Bro. Greg Dunn officiating. Burial will follow at Calvary Baptist Cemetery in Gardner, LA. The family will receive friends for a visitation on Saturday, March 1, 2025 at Blanchard-St. Denis Funeral Home from 5 pm until 9...
Randy Glynn Price
Feb 25, 2025
On, Tuesday, February 25, 2025, Randy Price heard the words he longed to hear, “Well done my good and faithful servant.”
Randy’s greatest passion was telling others about Jesus, and he did so until his last breath. He loved the Lord with his entire being and loved others unconditionally, which was evident by the impact that he left in the community...
Wesley "Wes" Matthew Jones
Feb 22, 2025
Wesley "Wes" Matthew Jones, born on February 14, 1979, in Shreveport, Louisiana, passed away unexpectedly yet peacefully on February 22, 2025, in Natchitoches, Louisiana. He was 46 years old and a life-long resident of Natchitoches. A funeral service will be held in his honor on March 15, 2025, at 1:00 PM at the First Baptist Church of Natchitoches, located at...
Judith Marie Cromwell Schule
Feb 21, 2025
Judy, age 79, formerly of Lewisville, Texas, passed away peacefully on February 21, 2025 in Natchitoches, Louisiana after a brief illness. She was born on January 20, 1946, in Jefferson, Iowa, daughter of the late Merle and Reba Waller Cromwell.
Judy proudly grew up as a military daughter. She received her Bachelor’s degree in Personnel and Industrial Relations and an MBA...
Jerry Sesvold
Feb 20, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Jerry Sesvold, a beloved father, husband, skilled automotive mechanic, and cherished community member of Pitkin, LA, and member of Believers Bible Church. At the age of 59, he entered eternal rest surrounded by his loving family in Natchitoches, LA, on Thursday, February 20th.
He built his own automotive shop from...
Theresa Earlene Bayonne
Feb 11, 2025
Theresa Earlene Bayonne beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and lifelong education professional, passed away peacefully on February 11, 2025, at the age of 80. She leaves behind a legacy of love, kindness, and devotion that touched the lives of everyone who knew her.
Born to the late Alfred Sr. and Gladys Jacobs on April 25, 1944. in Alexandria , Louisiana, Theresa was...
Jimmy David McManus
Feb 10, 2025
Jimmy David McManus, Jr.—known to all as David—entered his eternal home on Monday, February 10, 2025. Born on November 24, 1971, in Shreveport, Louisiana, David lived a life marked by service, adventure, and deep commitment to family and friends.
A graduate of Montgomery High School in 1990, David proudly served his country as a Staff Sergeant in the U.S. Army. His...
Myra Celeste Carter Shaeffer
Feb 10, 2025
Myra Celeste Carter Shaeffer, born on September 25, 1958 and departed this life on February 10, 2025. She leaves behind a legacy of love, compassion, and unwavering dedication to her family.
Celeste devoted an impressive 34 years to Cane River Children's Services, where she served as Program Administrator. Throughout her career, she exemplified an all-encompassing love for the girls in her...
Lillian Alice Taitano
Feb 10, 2025
Lillian Alice Taitano, age 92, died peacefully on February 10, 2025 at her home in Creston, Louisiana. She was born on July 31, 1932 in Holyoke, Massachusetts to Ovela D. Cournoyer and Alexandra Brzoska Cournoyer.
Lillian was a daughter in a military family spending time in many different places. In one such place, Guam, she met the man who would soon...
Nancy Jo Rhodes
Feb 9, 2025
On Sunday, February 9, 2025, Nancy Rhodes, age 77, entered into eternal rest due to a lengthy illness. She was born on February 12, 1947, in Clarksville Tennessee to Buford and Mable McCoy. She was a beloved mother, grandmother, sister, aunt and friend.
Visitation will be Friday, February 14, 2025, from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. at Blanchard St. Denis Funeral...
Randall Williams
Feb 7, 2025
Randall “Randy” Bruce Williams, 64 of Campti, La formerly of Cloverport, Kentucky passed aways at his residence on February 07, 2025. He was born in Hardinsburg, Breckinridge County, Kentucky on May 17, 1960, son of Wilma Davis and TL Basham. When he was able to, he loved rabbit and deer hunting, riding through the country with friends, and spending time...
Billy "Bill" Wayne Shaw, Sr. Ph.D.
Feb 7, 2025
Dr. Billy “Bill” Wayne Shaw, Sr., a cherished husband, father, grandfather, esteemed educator, proud veteran, devoted church member, and passionate outdoorsman, passed away peacefully on February 7, 2025, at the age of 92. He was born in Selma, Louisiana, on December 5, 1932, to James Leondis Shaw and Francis Lucinda Slayter Shaw.
Dr. Shaw married his beloved wife and lifelong sweetheart...
