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Elisabeth Jedlitschka Radig

Elisabeth Jedlitschka Radig

May 20, 2023

Elisabeth Jedlitschka Radig, 68, of Alexandria, LA, passed from this life on Saturday, May 20, 2023.

Elisabeth worked in role play training soldiers on Fort Polk for twenty-one years before she retired.

Those left to cherish her memory are her son, Michael Radig and Rebecca of...

Harry "Hank" Bryan

Harry "Hank" Bryan

May 17, 2023

OPELIKA, AL – Harry F. Bryan, 78, died in the care of The Bethany House, surrounded by his family, on May 17, 2023. He was born on September 7, 1944 in Shreveport, LA, the middle son of Robert Russell Bryan and Blanche Marie (Cammack) Bryan. His brothers were/are, William Russell (Billy) Bryan and Boyd Allen Bryan.

Juanita Walker

Juanita Walker

May 17, 2023

Juanita Kathleen Quinn Walker, 80, of DeRidder, LA, passed from this life on Wednesday, May 17, 2023.

Those left to cherish her memory are her loving husband of twenty-nine years, Art Walker of DeRidder, LA; sons, Henry Grevemberg of New Jersey, Lee Grevemberg of Lake Charles, LA, Gene Grevemberg of DeRidder, LA;...

Rufus "Friday" Madison Gearen

Rufus "Friday" Madison Gearen

May 17, 2023

Rufus “Friday” Madison Gearen, 85, of Singer, LA, passed from this life on Wednesday, May 17, 2023.

Those left to cherish his memory are his children, Kevin Brown and Shannon of DeQuincy, LA, Elizabeth “Cissy” Gearen of Iota, La, Gary Brown and Peggy of Singer, LA, Rodney Brown and Laura, Michael Brown...

Teri Stark

Teri Stark

May 16, 2023

Teri Marie Stark, 64, of DeRidder, Louisiana, passed away on May 16, 2023. Teri was born March 11, 1959 to Barbre Stokes and John Trigg in Shreveport, Louisiana. She considered Ruston, Louisiana her hometown, graduating from Ruston High School in 1977 before attending Louisiana Tech University. There, she met and married her husband, Joel Stark, in February 1982....

Damon Jay Smith

Damon Jay Smith

May 15, 2023

Damon Jay Smith, 55, of DeRidder, LA, passed from this life on Monday, May 15, 2023.

Those left to cherish his memory are his loving wife, Leah Smith of DeRidder, LA; son, Lucas Hanchey of DeRidder, LA ; daughters, Ashley Mauldin and Stuart of Midlothian, TX, Krista Gomez and Roland of Midlothian,...

Ernestine Colton

Ernestine Colton

May 14, 2023

Ernestine McMahon Colton, 75, of Deridder, LA, passed from this life on Sunday, May 14, 2023.

Those left to cherish her memory are her sons, Artis Colton, Jr. and Bobbie of DeRidder, LA, George Colton and Averious of DeRidder, LA; daughter, Belina Miller of DeRidder, LA; brother, John T. Ashworth of Bon...

Anthony "Tony" Beard

Anthony "Tony" Beard

May 14, 2023

Anthony “Tony” Glen Beard, 58, of The Woodlands, TX, passed from this life in Starks, LA on Sunday, May 14, 2023.

Anthony 'Tony' Beard, aka Bruiser, aka Tony the Tiger was born in Houston, Texas and lived his younger years in Fields, LA. Tony graduated from Hyatt High School then went on...

Milton Scarbrough

Milton Scarbrough

May 14, 2023

Milton Scarbrough, 67, of DeRidder, LA, passed from this life on Sunday, May 14, 2023.

Those left to cherish his memory are his loving wife of forty-seven years, Bonita Scarbrough of DeRidder, LA; sons, Eddie Wellman and Katy of DeQuincy, LA, Dereke Wellman of DeRidder, LA, Ethan Scarbrough of DeRidder, LA; daughters,...

Janice Marie Lofton Everett

Janice Marie Lofton Everett

May 13, 2023

Janice Marie Lofton Everett departed this life on Saturday, May 13, 2023, at the age of 72. She was born in DeRidder, Louisiana on January 17, 1951, to the late Rev. Robert L. Lofton and Lillian D. Lofton.

Janice accepted the Lord as her Savior as a young child, and was baptized...

Avelene Marie Mason

Avelene Marie Mason

May 11, 2023

Avelene Marie Hennigan Burr Mason, 93, of Merryville, LA, passed from this life on Thursday, May 11, 2023.

Those left to cherish her memory are her daughters, Cheryl Franks and Dale of Merryville, LA, Jan Vess of Ola, AR; granddaughter, Lindsay Franks Avants and Gary of San Antonio, TX; stepchildren, Donald, David,...

Cecil Ray Pinder

Cecil Ray Pinder

May 11, 2023

Cecil Ray Pinder, age 65, passed away on May 11, 2023. He was an avid fisherman and hunter who was known for his infectious zest for life and his love of the great outdoors. Cecil was also a dedicated man, and he cherished the time he spent with his brother Dean Pinder, sister-in-law Peggy Pinder, and his two...

Carolyn Sue Williams Hinson

Carolyn Sue Williams Hinson

May 10, 2023

Carolyn Sue Hinson, 81, of Rosepine, LA, passed from this life on Wednesday, May 10, 2023.

Carolyn is loved by many and will be missed by all. Together we are rejoicing as she is reunited with her loved ones in Heaven.

Those left to cherish her...

Marlee Nathanial White

Marlee Nathanial White

May 3, 2023

Marlee Nathanial White, 80, of DeRidder, LA, passed from this life on Wednesday, May 3, 2023.

Marlee was a one-of-a-kind person with a genuine, loving, caring personality. He never met a stranger and loved to joke with others, always looking forward to pulling a prank on anyone. Marlee had a big heart...

Sandra Lee Vaughn

Sandra Lee Vaughn

Apr 27, 2023

Sandra Lee Milk Vaughn, 75, of Merryville, LA, passed from this life on Thursday, April 27, 2023.

Those left to cherish her memory are her loving husband, William H. Vaughn of Merryville, LA; son, Doug Vaughn and GiGi of Tomball, TX; brothers, Vernon Milk and Kathy of Jacksonville, FL, David Milk &...

Matthew Allen Mcgregor

Matthew Allen Mcgregor

Apr 26, 2023

Matthew Allen McGregor departed this life to enter his final heavenly resting place on April 26, 2023.  He was 59 years old.

Born to Donald Allen “Mac” and Dana Delores Koch McGregor on June 15,1963, Matt immediately left his mark on this world at an early age.  His wife and daughters regularly...

Vern Thomas Messer

Vern Thomas Messer

Apr 25, 2023

Vern Thomas Messer, 78, of Longville, LA, passed from this life on Tuesday, April 25, 2023.

Those left to cherish his memory are his loving wife of ten years, Pam Messer of Longville, LA; daughters, Mechelle Wood and Danny of DeRidder, LA, Angela Wheeler and Erik of Austin, TX; step-sons, Jason Tidwell...

Randall "Randy" Blackmon

Randall "Randy" Blackmon

Apr 24, 2023

Randall “Randy” Burl Blackmon, 65, of DeRidder, LA, passed from this life on Monday, April 24, 2023.

Those left to cherish his memory are his brothers, Greg Blackmon of Alexandria, LA, Shayne Blackmon and Patricia of Alaska, Damon Blackmon and Velda of DeVille, LA; sisters, Misty Kelly and Dean of Moss Bluff,...

Johnny Arvel Mcclain

Johnny Arvel Mcclain

Apr 22, 2023

Johnny Arvel McClain, 83, of DeRidder, LA, passed from this life on Saturday, April 22, 2023.

Johnny served in the United States Navy for 4 years, 3 months, and 13 days from 1956-1960 in the Pacific. He was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, friend and servant of God.

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Doris Willise Foshee Hickman

Doris Willise Foshee Hickman

Apr 19, 2023

Doris Willise Foshee Hickman, 92, of Rosepine, LA, passed from this life on Wednesday, April 19, 2023.

Those left to cherish her memory are her son, Jimmy Hickman and Janice of Sunnyvale, TX; grandchildren, Tammy Hickman Barber and David of Grand Saline, TX, Misty Hickman Hanvey and Robert of Rockwall, TX; great...

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