Obituaries
John Clyde Troquille
Feb 1, 2026
John Clyde Troquille, known as Clyde, was born on June 15, 1960, in Beaumont, Texas. He passed away unexpectedly at his residence in Gorum, Louisiana, on February 1, 2026. Clyde was a respected journeyman in the industrial painting industry, where he honed his skills and earned the admiration of his peers.
Beyond his professional life, Clyde was a man who cherished...
Glenn Dale "Sonny" Viola, Sr.
Feb 1, 2026
Glenn Dale "Sonny" Viola, Sr., age 82, passed away peacefully on February 1, 2026, in Shreveport, Louisiana. Born on January 16, 1944, in Monroe, Louisiana, Sonny’s life was a journey of hard work, creativity, and quiet strength.
A master welder by trade and spirit, Sonny opened his own welding shop—where sparks danced like fireflies and dreams were forged in steel. His...
Joshua David Smith
Feb 1, 2026
Joshua David Smith, born April 29, 1990, passed away on February 1, 2026, at the age of 35, following a lengthy illness.
Joshua is survived by his loving wife, Shauna Salard Smith; his cherished daughter, Aubrey Grace Smith; his mother, Monica Maggio Smith; and his father, Jerry David Smith “Peanut” (Christy). He is also survived by his paternal grandparents, Jerry and...
Liselotte B. Prince
Feb 1, 2026
Liselotte Babette Bauer Prince, affectionately known as Lisa to her family and friends, passed away on February 1, 2026, in Natchitoches, Louisiana, at the age of 82.
Lisa was born on April 10, 1943, in Weigenheim, Germany, to Wilhelm and Margaretha (Betty) Bauer. In 1983, she permanently moved to the United States, where she continued to build a life rooted in...
Clifton L. Rachal
Feb 1, 2026
Clifton Leo Rachal (Cliff), born November 25, 1938, was a devoted father, grandfather, and outdoorsman whose life was rooted in family, hard work, and a deep love for nature.
Cliff graduated from Flora High School in 1956 and went on to build a long and dedicated career with the City of Natchitoches, from which he later retired. Known for his steady...
Beatrice Rodriquez Owsley
Jan 29, 2026
Beatrice Rodriguez Owsley passed away on January 29, 2026, at the age of 94. Beatrice was born and raised in New York City with her sister, Judy. There she met her Denver, Colorado born husband James Owsley. They eventually settled in New Orleans raising their three children James (Jr), Tom and Robert.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Edward...
Thomas Edwin Field
Jan 28, 2026
Funeral services for Thomas Edwin Field will be on Tuesday, February 3, 2026, at 1:00 p.m. at Blanchard-St. Denis Funeral Home. Visitation will be held from 11:00 a.m. until the time of service. Burial will follow at Memory Lawn Cemetery.
Thomas was born on October 14, 1938, in Lake Charles, LA to his parents Edwin Blewette Field and Mary Elizabeth Bybee...
Gary Stephen DeBlieux
Jan 26, 2026
Gary Stephen DeBlieux passed away on January 26, 2026, at the age of 75. Gary was born in Natchitoches, Louisiana where he lived his entire life.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Mary McQueen DeBlieux Young and Louis Hertzog DeBlieux. He is survived by his siblings Larry Hertzog DeBlieux (Becky), Mary Lu DeBlieux Wilkerson (Phillip), Judith DeBlieux Knecht (Gene),...
Russell Allen Jackson
Jan 25, 2026
RUSSELL, SON OF THE LATE EDGAR JACKSON AND ALFIE JACKSON, HE WAS BORN IN TOCCOA, GEORGIA.
HE WENT TO SCHOOL AROUND THE WORLD AND GRADUATED HIGH SCHOOL IN BRANDON, FLORIDA. HE GRADUATED WITH HIS BACHELOR'S DEGREE FROM NORTHWESTERN STATE (NSU) IN NATCHITOCHES, LOUISIANA. RUSSELL, “RUSTY”, “RUSS” MADE HIS HOME IN FLORIDA, DRAWN TO THE SUN, AND A LIFE THAT DIDN’T TAKE...
Richard Allen LeVasseur
Jan 25, 2026
Richard ‘Ricky’ LeVasseur was born on October 24, 1965. He passed away at the age of 60 on January 25, 2026 after a short illness with cancer. Ricky was a lifelong resident of Natchitoches. He is survived by his mother, Pollye LeVasseur, sister, Lori Coon (husband Scott), and nephews Keegan and Kellen Coon; as well as numerous aunts, uncles and...
Randall Cook
Jan 25, 2026
Randall Cook, age 45, of Robeline, LA, passed away Sunday, January 25, 2026, at Natchitoches Regional Medical Center.
Memorial services will be held at 1:00 PM Friday, January 30, 2026, at Blanchard-St. Denis Funeral Home with Rev. George Scruggs Jr. officiating. Visitation will be held from 11:00 a.m. until the time of service at the funeral home.
Randall was born on October...
Rosa Mae Neal Bolton
Jan 21, 2026
Rosa Mae Neal Bolton, known as Rosie, passed away on January 21, 2026 from a lengthy illness. She was a resident of Natchitoches but was born in Aloha, LA near Colfax, LA. She was a retired Post Master with the US Postal Service. She and her family owned the Power Equipment Sales & Service in Natchitoches which served the community...
Kyle Scott Lester
Jan 20, 2026
Kyle Scott Lester, age 24, Army veteran and devoted son, left this world far too soon on January 20, 2026. Known for his vibrant spirit and unwavering kindness, Kyle touched the lives of everyone fortunate enough to know him. His giving heart and selfless nature were a testament to the values he lived by: love, laughter, service, and compassion. After...
Cecilia Katherine Keith Cook
Jan 19, 2026
On January 19, 2026, Cecilia Katherine Keith Cook passed away peacefully in her sleep at the age of 101.
Known affectionately as “Cele,” she was born on Thanksgiving Day, November 27, 1924, in Little Rock, Arkansas, to John A. and Johanna (Werner) Keith. She grew up in a Catholic family alongside six siblings, an upbringing that shaped her lifelong devotion to...
Ruby LaDean Brown Edmondson Worsham
Jan 19, 2026
Funeral services for Ruby LaDean Trichel Brown Edmondson Worsham will be held on Monday, February 2, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. at Blanchard-St. Denis Funeral Home in Natchitoches. Visitation will be held from 10:00 a.m. until the time of service. Burial will follow at Clear Lake Cemetery.
LaDean was born on June 5, 1940, in Goldonna to her parents Wilmer and Alma...
Shasta Lynn Daniels
Jan 16, 2026
Shasta Lynn Johnson Daniels, beloved wife, mother, Kippi, great-grandmother, teacher, and faithful servant of the Lord, age 77, of Robeline, LA, passed away Friday, January 16, 2026, at her home in Robeline, LA.
Arrangements are being managed by Blanchard St. Denis Funeral Home in Natchitoches, LA where the family will receive friends from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM Thursday, January 22,...
Dorothy Camille Mims
Jan 15, 2026
Like her patron saint, St. Therese of Lisieux, Camille Mims did the little things with great love and a smile. She was “joy” itself. Also, Like St. Therese, Camille no doubt, joined the realm of heavenly hosts as its newest angel in heaven with her Savior at an early age. She was born October 26, 2015, in Natchitoches to her...
Johnnie Beeson
Jan 14, 2026
Johnnie Beeson passed away on January 14, 2026, at Christus Highland in Shreveport, Louisiana. Born on April 3, 1961, in Natchitoches, Louisiana, Johnnie was remembered not only for his work ethic but also for the kindness he showed to those around him.
Johnnie's working career began with Con-Agra in which he dedicated eighteen years of service. He then took a position...
Lillie Mae Johnson
Jan 8, 2026
Funeral services for Lillie Mae Johnson, 89 of Natchitoches, will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Monday, January 12, 2026, at Blanchard-St. Denis Funeral Home with Bro. Ben Keele & Bro. Bruce Mitchell officiating. Burial will immediately follow at Calvary Baptist Church Cemetery. Visitation will be held from 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. on Sunday, January 11, 2026, at the...
Dana Rae Kinard
Jan 6, 2026
Dana Kinard left this earth “for her greatest adventure with Jesus” on January 6, 2026.
Among her welcome party, the loved ones that predeceased her, were parents Frances and E. H. Gilson, sister Frances B. Gilson, and her husband of 46 ½ years, Curt Kinard.
She is survived by (get ready, it’s a long list!) sister Mary Ann Gilson Gardner (Jim); brother...
