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LaFaye Barnes Graham
Dec 26, 2024
LaFaye Barnes Graham, 88, of DeRidder, LA, passed away on December 26, 2024. She was born in Rayville, LA, on December 7, 1936, to Nelson L. and Eula Campell Barnes.
LaFaye had a strong Christian faith and loved her church family. She had a gift for teaching others at any age, having 31 years with the Beauregard and Calcasieu school systems,...
Robert Jefferson McCurley
Dec 25, 2024
Funeral services for Robert Jefferson McCurley, 93, of DeRidder. LA will be held at 2pm Monday, December 30, 2024, at Texas Avenue Baptist Church in DeRidder. Pastor Darryl Hoychick will be officiating with burial to follow in Newlin Cemetery under the care of Myers-Colonial Funeral Home.
Robert McCurley (R.J.) passed away Wednesday, December 25, 2024. He was born April 22, 1931,...
Betty Jo Story
Dec 23, 2024
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Betty Jo Hooper Whiddon Story, who left us on December 23, 2024, at the age of 92. Born on October 20, 1932, in Libuse, Louisiana, Betty made her home in DeRidder, where she lived a life filled with love, faith, and laughter.
Betty was a lifelong hairstylist, dedicating an impressive...
Reid Arnold Thompson
Dec 23, 2024
Reid Arnold Thompson, 93, of DeRidder, LA, passed away on December 23, 2024, surrounded by his loving family. He was born in Cramerton, North Carolina, on June 16, 1931, to John and Louie Kitchen Thompson.
Reid Thompson’s hobbies included traveling and mainly spending time with family and friends.
Those left to cherish his memory are his loving wife of 71 years: Frieda...
Earl V. Stowe
Dec 19, 2024
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Earl V. Stowe, who left us on December 19, 2024, at the age of 71. Born on July 31, 1953, in Conroe, Texas, Earl made his home in DeRidder, Louisiana, where he spent his days working as a wood hauler in the logging industry.
Earl was a family man through...
Janice Hall Courville
Dec 17, 2024
Janice Louise Hall Courville, 75 of Longville, Louisiana passed away on Tuesday December 17, 2024, peacefully surrounded by her loving family.
Janice was born on May 10, 1949, in DeQuincy, LA, and lived in Longville, LA., most of her life. She had a heart of gold, a love of fishing and was a devoted Mother, Grandmother, and Friend.
She is survived by...
Danny Rex Allen
Dec 11, 2024
The world has lost a true cowboy. Danny Rex Allen, 91, of DeRidder, made his final ride away from this earth peacefully in his sleep on Wednesday, December 11, 2024, to a place where all cowboys dream of being. Known for his unwavering dedication to his family, Danny leaves behind a legacy of grit, hard work, and a deep love...
Landry "Booger Red" Bailey
Dec 3, 2024
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Landry A. Bailey Jr.(Booger Red), a beloved husband, father and grandfather, who left us on December 3, 2024, at the age of 80. Born on January 29, 1944, in DeRidder, Louisiana, Landry lived a full and vibrant life, cultivating deep connections with his family and friends throughout his years.
Landry...
Quintin Matthew Brown Sr.
Dec 1, 2024
Quintin Matthew Brown Sr., 67 of Plaquemine, Louisiana passed away on Sunday December 1, 2024 peacefully in his daughters home surrounded by his loving family.
Quintin was born March 13, 1957 in Baton Rouge and lived in Plaquemine most of his life. He was a devoted father, brother, grandfather "Papa" cousin and friend. He was a Cajun who never met a...
Patrice Kay Bradley Cason
Nov 30, 2024
Patrice Kay Bradley Cason of Deridder, Louisiana passed away on November 30, 2024, surrounded by her loved ones. Patrice was a loving wife, mother, Nana, sister, aunt, cousin, and friend.
Although she was small in stature, she had a personality that was larger than life. Patrice had an independent can-do attitude and a feisty spirit to match, putting her heart into...
Peggy Sue Hineman Taylor
Nov 28, 2024
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved Peggy Sue Hineman Taylor, who left us on November 28, 2024, at the age of 57. Born on March 25, 1967, Peggy was a shining light in the lives of everyone who knew her.
Peggy was a devoted mom, and her son was truly her pride and joy....
Troy Eugene Hudson, Sr.
Nov 28, 2024
Troy Eugene Hudson, Sr., a beloved husband, father, and grandfather, passed away peacefully on November 28, 2024, at the age of 68. He was born on June 28, 1956, in Sunny South, AL, and spent his life in Merryville, Louisiana, where he created countless memories with those he loved.
Troy was a true southern gentleman who wore his heart on his...
Martin "Eugene" Watson
Nov 24, 2024
Martin “Eugene” Watson of Merryville, LA passed away on Sunday, November 24, 2024, at the age of 96. Eugene was born on June 25, 1928, in the Bivens Community of Merryville, LA to William “Jesse” and Audrey Warner Watson.
Eugene attended Merryville High School and upon graduation in 1947, he joined the U. S. Navy, serving from 1948 to 1952. After...
Marilyn Ann Rollins Evans
Nov 22, 2024
Marilyn Ann Rollins Evans, born in Hawthorne, LA on May 7, 1950, will be dearly missed by her family. She passed away on November 22, 2024, in DeRidder, LA at the age of 74. Marilyn was known for her playful and joking nature, her sharp mind that always had a book in hand, and her exceptional skills in crocheting, knitting,...
Ervin Leo Johnson
Nov 19, 2024
Ervin Leo Johnson of DeRidder, Louisiana passed away on November 19, 2024, at the age of 84. He was born on February 21, 1940, in Poplarville, MS to Walter and Olevia Johnson.
Leo served in the Army from 1963 to 1969 as an E5 Sergeant in the Hell on Wheels platoon. He served in the Reserves from 1969-1975. Leo was an...
Rickey "PawPaw" Brack, Sr.
Nov 16, 2024
Rickey "PawPaw" Lynn Brack, Sr., 70, of Pitkin, LA, passed away on November 16, 2024. He was born in Hineston, LA on June 24, 1954. His formal education may have been limited but he had a Masters degree in common sense making his practical knowledge, especially in the logging field, unmatched.
Rickey was not just a chainsaw and skidder operator but...
Virginia Ann Johnson
Nov 11, 2024
Virginia Ann Ford Johnson passed away on November 11, 2024, at the age of 72 in DeRidder, Louisiana. She was born in Shreveport on December 11, 1951 to William Ford and Kissie Mae Houston.
Virginia had a passion for simple pleasures. She delighted in spending her days fishing, tending to her garden, nurturing plants and flowers, and cooking up a storm...
Weese Roosevelt Alex Watson
Nov 4, 2024
Weese Roosevelt Alex Watson, lovingly known as Weese, passed away on November 4, 2024, in Lake Charles, LA at the age of 72. He was born on September 1, 1952, in Germany. Throughout his life, Weese made a significant impact on those around him, leaving behind a legacy that will never be forgotten.
Having graduated from San Augustine High School in...
Emma Lee Malachi
Nov 3, 2024
Emma Lee Bolton Malachi, 63, of DeRidder, LA, was born on August 2, 1961, in Stuttgart, Germany, and passed on Sunday, November 3, 2024, at Rapides Regional Medical Center in Alexandra, Louisiana. Emma was the tenth of thirteen children born to her loving parents, the late SFC Amos Bolton, Sr. and Annie L. Bolton. She graduated from DeRidder High School...
Anthony Dylan Wisby
Nov 2, 2024
Anthony Dylan Wisby, 48, of DeRidder, LA, passed from this life on Saturday, November 2, 2024.
Those left to cherish his memory are his loving wife, Jessica Clark Wisby of DeRidder, LA; daughter, Marilyn Wisby and spouse Hanna Escoyne of Sulphur, LA; brother, Frederick "Bubba" Allan Wisby, Jr and Katie.; sister, Tressa Lynn Nunez and husband Brady of Ragley, LA; mother-in-law,...
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