Obituaries
Linda Doll Lee
Nov 19, 2024
Linda Marie Doll Lee, revered as a pillar of strength, courage, and bravery, departed this world on Tuesday, Nov. 19, at Natchitoches Regional Medical Center surrounded by her family.
The Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Friday, Nov. 22, at 11 a.m., at the Basilica of the Immaculate Conception, with the Rev. Irion St. Romain officiating and the Very...
Richard Grenkevich
Nov 18, 2024
On Monday, November 18, Richard "Ski" Grenkevich, beloved brother, husband, father, grandfather, and great grandfather, passed away at 94 years old, after a long and joyful life. Richard was born in Philadelphia PA on June 16, 1930, growing up in and around Hazleton PA. As a young man serving as an airman at Barksdale Air Force Base in Bossier City,...
Elizabeth Ann Self
Nov 18, 2024
Elizabeth "Liz" Ann Self, was born on August 8, 1952, in Houston, Texas. She passed away peacefully on November 18, 2024, at her residence in Provencal, Louisiana, surrounded by her loving family. She was affectionately known as MeMaw to family and friends.
She was a devoted wife to her beloved husband, Travis Self. Together, they created a home filled with love...
Carol Jean Bentley
Nov 17, 2024
Carol Jean Bentley, born on April 6, 1936, in Philadelphia, PA to Samuel and Dorothy Crate Killen, passed away on November 17, 2024 in Natchitoches, LA. A devoted homemaker, Carol dedicated her life to caring for her family and contributing to her community.
As a long-standing member of the First United Methodist Church in Natchitoches, Carol found joy and fulfillment in...
John Fernandez, Jr.
Nov 15, 2024
John Fernandez, Jr. passed away unexpectedly on November 15, 2024. He was predeceased by his parents, M.J. Fernandez and John Fernandez, Sr., his brother Jack Fernandez and his wife, Alma Fernandez. Those left to cherish his memory are his children, Barbara Fontenot (Scotty) and John Fernandez, III, his grandson, Jayden Fernandez, and his girlfriend, Kandie Sardo.
John was one of the...
Timothy George Richards
Nov 13, 2024
Timothy George Richards, a longtime resident of Robeline, LA, was born March 4,1953 in Minneapolis, MN and passed away November 13, 2024 at his home after a six-month illness.
Tim was a graduate of Fair Park High School in Shreveport and worked in a number of industries over the years. He was a custom steel fabricator at Magnolia Steel in Hagewood,...
Carolyn Tatum Hubier Brown
Nov 13, 2024
Carolyn Tatum Hubier Brown 85, of Natchitoches passed away peacefully on, Wednesday, November 13, 2024 in Shreveport, LA after a brief illness. She was born in Converse, LA to her parents Elmer Alfonso and Lura Elizabeth Tatum Hubier. She is preceded in death by her parents, husband Richard Gary “Dick” Brown, sister Marilyn “Saney” Waldron, and brother Charles Hubier.
Carolyn played...
Velinda Marie Moore
Nov 13, 2024
A beloved Mother, Daughter, Sister, Grandmother, Teacher, and Mother-in-law. Velinda Moore was gently called to her eternal home on November 13, 2024. Born on January 26, 1967, in Natchitoches, Louisiana, Velinda was the treasured daughter of the late Troy and Jervis Moore, whose love and values shaped her compassionate and generous spirit. ...
Samuel Jackson
Nov 12, 2024
A time to gather and remember the life of Samuel Jackson will be held from 12 noon until 12:40 pm on Sunday, November 17, 2024 at Blanchard-St. Denis Funeral Home with recitation of the Holy Rosary to begin at 12:40 pm. A service to honor his life will be held at 1 pm in the chapel of Blanchard-St. Denis Funeral...
Patrick Joseph Addison
Nov 11, 2024
Patrick Joseph Addison was born on August 28, 1972 in Shreveport, LA. He passed away on November 11, 2024 at his residence. He worked at The Oxford house, where he helped many people. He was an avid sportsman, and loved animals, particularly reptiles. Patrick will be heavily missed by all who knew him.
He is preceded in death by his father...
Gerald Wayne Nelson
Nov 10, 2024
Jerry Nelson, 71, passed away Sunday, November 10, 2024 in Shreveport, LA. He was preceded in death by his parents, Ezra and Dorothy Welch Nelson; his brother, Eric Nelson; and his sister, Sue Nelson Durr. Jerry leaves behind his siblings, Frank Nelson of Lake Charles, LA, Jean Nelson Pitts of Shreveport, LA, and several nieces and nephews.
Jerry was a 1971...
Blanche Mae (Horn) Shirey
Nov 10, 2024
Blanche Mae (Horn) Shirey, who graced this world with her unwavering love and nurturing spirit, passed away peacefully on November 10 2024, in Natchitoches, LA, at the age of 96. Born on June 22, 1928, in Natchitoches to L.D. Horn and Fannie Mitchell, Blanche’s life was a beautiful tapestry woven with family, devotion, and the simple joys of homemaking.
Blanche poured...
Cleveland J. "Buddy" Rachal, Jr.
Nov 9, 2024
Cleveland J. "Buddy" Rachal, Jr., a beloved figure in his community, passed away on November 9, 2024, at the age of 89 in Cloutierville, LA. Born on July 8, 1935, in Derry, LA, Buddy was a proud veteran who served in the United States Army, an experience he cherished deeply throughout his life.
Buddy spent many years working as a highly...
Ernest "Slick" Rains
Nov 8, 2024
Funeral services for Ernest Rains will be held on Monday, November 11, 2024 at Crossroads Baptist Church in Marthaville at 2:00 pm. Burial will follow at Marthaville Cemetery. The family will receive friends for a visitation Sunday evening, November 10, 2024 at Crossroads Baptist Church at 5:00 pm.
Ernest Alanson Rains (Slick) born to J.B. And Faye Rains December 23, 1957,...
Kenneth Wayne Hernandez
Nov 5, 2024
A Mass of Christian burial for Kenneth Wayne Hernandez will be Saturday, November 9, 2024 at 1:00 pm at Immaculate Conception Church in Natchitoches with Father Irion St. Romaine serving as celebrant. The family will receive friends from 5pm until 9pm on Friday, November 8th, 2024 at Blanchard St Denis Funeral Home; with recitation of the Holy Rosary at 7:00pm...
Donna Leigh (Roberts) Verzwyvelt
Nov 4, 2024
It is with deep sorrow and heartfelt remembrance that we announce the passing of Donna Leigh (Roberts) Verzwyvelt, who departed this life on November 4, 2024, in West Monroe, Louisiana, at the age of 79. Born on June 24, 1945, in Orange, Texas, Donna was the beloved daughter of Houston and Mildred Mae Sarber Roberts. She cherished her family and...
Martha Lane Keesee
Nov 3, 2024
Martha Lane Keesee, 85, passed from her earthly home into her heavenly home on November 3, 2024. She was born in Charlottesville VA and resided in Newport News VA attending Newport News High School and graduating in 1957. She began working at the VA Hospital in Hampton VA as a Ward Secretary. In 1960, she married Walter Clint Pine. They...
Sandra Lee Wells
Nov 2, 2024
Funeral services for Sandra Lee Wells, 62, of Madisonville, LA will be held on Friday, November 8, 2024, at 11:00 a.m. at Blanchard-St. Denis Funeral Home in Natchitoches with Bro. Buster Jordan officiating. Burial will follow in Memory Lawn cemetery in Natchitoches, LA. Visitation will be held on Friday, November 8, 2024, from 9am until the time of service at...
Geraldine French
Nov 1, 2024
Geraldine French, a cherished mother, grandmother, great grandmother, and sister, passed on November 1, 2024, in Provencal, LA, surrounded by her loving family. Born on May 28, 1938, in Spanish Lake, LA, Geraldine's life was marked by her nurturing spirit and unwavering commitment to her family and faith.
A vibrant member of the Provencal United Pentecostal Church, Geraldine deeply valued the...
Katherine Ann Dalme
Oct 31, 2024
Katherine Ann Dalme passed away on October 31, 2024 with her family by her side. She was born on January 3, 1955 to T.C and Willie Mae Chapman Dalme in Natchitoches, LA.
Katherine was known for her kindness, warmth, and infectious spirit. She had a unique ability to make everyone feel at home, embodying the saying, "never met a stranger." Those...
