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Robert "Bob" Lee Alleman
Feb 27, 2025
Robert "Bob" Lee Alleman, 83, of Sugartown, Louisiana, passed away on February 27, 2025. Born on December 24, 1941, in Westwego, LA, Bob was a dedicated husband to Mayola, with whom he shared an incredible 64 years of marriage. For their 60th anniversary they gathered with family and friends to celebrate their love and renew their wedding vows at DI's...
Eunice Young Highsmith
Feb 26, 2025
Eunice Young Highsmith, born on June 5, 1932, in Louisiana, passed away on February 26, 2025, in Plano, TX. She was a beloved mother, a talented artist, and a dedicated nurse's aide who spent many years in DeRidder, LA.
Eunice was the third oldest in a family of thirteen children and embraced family life with open arms. Those close to her...
Laila Viktoria Prather
Feb 25, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved Laila Viktoria Prather, who left us too soon on February 25, 2025, at just 21 years young. Laila was born on January 29, 2004, in Fairfax, VA, and spent her life spreading joy and warmth to everyone around her. Though she was nonverbal, Laila had a unique...
Shannon "Craig" Cryer
Feb 24, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Shannon "Craig" Cryer, a beloved son, brother, and friend, who left us on February 24, 2025, at the age of 62. Born on May 13, 1962, in DeRidder, Louisiana, Craig was as genuine and down-to-earth as they come. He lived a simple life, finding joy in the great outdoors,...
Edward Smith Jr.
Feb 22, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Edward Floyd Smith Jr., a beloved father, brother, and friend, who left us peacefully on February 22, 2025, at the age of 76. Born on February 15, 1949, in Port Arthur, Texas, Edward lived a full life that many would envy.
Edward was drafted into the National Guard, where he...
Laura Mae Rider Henderson
Feb 21, 2025
Laura Mae Rider Henderson, beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and cherished friend, passed away on February 21, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. Born on August 9, 1937, in Basile, Louisiana, to Adam and Hattie LeDoux Rider. Laura lived a life filled with love, laughter, and an unwavering commitment to her family and friends.
Laura is survived by; Tracy Barnes of DeRidder,...
James Monroe Wilson
Feb 10, 2025
James Monroe Wilson
June 29, 1936—February 10, 2025
James Monroe Wilson, aka “Jim” or “Papaw,” 88, of DeRidder, LA, died on February 10, 2025, after a long battle with heart disease.
James was born in Village, Arkansas in 1936 to Ila and Homer Wilson. His early years were spent among extended family in rural south Arkansas, where he learned to love the outdoors....
Doris Laverne Townsley
Feb 10, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Doris Laverne Townsley, a beloved mother, friend, and community member, who left us on February 10, 2025, at the age of 92. Laverne was known for her big heart, warm spirit, and unwavering love for her family, making a lasting impact on those who had the joy of knowing...
James S Hennigan
Feb 8, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of James S. Hennigan, a beloved husband, father, and grandfather, who left us on February 8, 2025, at the age of 84. Born on September 25, 1940, in Merryville, Louisiana, James spent his life filled with love, adventure, and hard work.
James was a maintenance supervisor at DuPont, where he dedicated...
Jared Lawrence May
Feb 6, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Jared Lawrence May, who left us too soon on February 6, 2025, just days before his 47th birthday. Jared was born on February 10, 1978, in Houma, Louisiana, to Mary (Bergeron) and Louis Paul May. He entered the world a beautiful 9 lb, 11 oz bundle of joy, measuring...
Vickie Lee George
Feb 6, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Vickie Lee Sheehan George, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, who left us on February 6, 2025. Born on May 21, 1959, in St. Albans, West Virginia, Vickie brought joy and warmth to everyone fortunate enough to know her. She spent most of her life in Greenville, South Carolina,...
James "Jimmy" Downs
Feb 5, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of James "Jimmy" Willis Downs, a beloved father, husband, and friend, who left this world on February 5, 2025, in DeRidder, Louisiana. Born on November 5, 1937, in Oberlin, LA, James lived a life filled with love, faith, and simplicity.
Jimmy dedicated many years of his life serving as a Measurement...
Jack Keith Iles
Feb 4, 2025
Jack Keith Iles, 71, of DeRidder, LA passed from this life on Tuesday, February 4, 2025.
Jack lived a full life. He had all the advantages of growing up in a Christian home. He had the BEST mom and just the right dad. His brother, Mike, was always kind. Later, just as God planned, he got Cindy and Steven.
BARC is a...
Lisa Sue Gentry
Feb 3, 2025
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Lisa Sue Smith Gentry on Monday, February 3, 2025 at the age of 55. Lisa was born on August 18, 1969 in Rosepine, LA to Carl Smith and Annita Smith Young.
Lisa was the youngest out of nine children. In her early years, she was raised in Rosepine, LA until...
Yevette Lea Clark
Feb 2, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Yevette Clark, a headstrong woman who filled our lives with laughter and love. Yevette left us on February 2, 2025, at the age of 74, but her spirit will live on in the countless beautiful memories she created with her family and friends.
Born on May 27, 1950, Yevette was...
Eddie B Ransom
Jan 29, 2025
Eddie B Ransom, 89, transitioned from this life peacefully on January 29, 2024, in her home. Eddie B was born on April 5, 1935, to Ed and Ada (Scott) Stewart in Scott Settlement in Vernon Parish, Louisiana. To the union of her parents, she was the 11th child of twelve children. At an early age she moved to DeRidder, La.,...
Susan Marie Thompson Solomon
Jan 29, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Susan Marie Thompson Solomon on Wednesday, January 29, 2025. She was a beloved mother, dedicated nurse, and true beach girl at heart. Susan was born on July 28, 1954, in Wilmington, North Carolina, where her love for the ocean and sandy shores began. She carried that spirit with her...
Charles "Buster" Hugh Parker
Jan 29, 2025
Charles Hugh Parker, 68 years old, of DeRidder Louisiana, passed away on January 29, 2025. He was born on December 19, 1956, to Adel and Hugh Parker in DeRidder Louisiana.
Buster worked and lived in Baytown for many years, he moved back home to work for his father’s company Parker Construction. If he was not at work, you could find him...
David Paul Johnson
Jan 28, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we share the passing of David Paul Johnson, who left us on January 28, 2025, at the age of 57. Born on January 20, 1968, in Oakdale, LA, David spent most of his life in DeRidder, bringing laughter and joy to everyone around him.
Known as the family jokester, David had a knack for turning...
Opal Holaway
Jan 25, 2025
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of our beloved Opal Holaway, who left this world on January 25, 2025, at the age of 82. Born on January 8, 1943, in Jasper, TX, Opal spent her life spreading joy and warmth in the lives of everyone she met.
Opal was a long-time resident of DeRidder, LA, where she worked as a...
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