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Rafael Rivera Davila

Rafael Rivera Davila

Mar 16, 2021

Rafael Rivera Davila, 65, of Alexandria, LA, passed from this life on Tuesday, March 16, 2021.

Rafael was a Staff Sergeant in the US Army, serving his country for 20 years. He was loved and will by missed by all who knew him.

Those left to...

Leo Carthan

Leo Carthan

Mar 14, 2021

Leo E. Carthan, 84, of DeRidder, LA, passed from this life on Sunday, March 14, 2021.

Those left to cherish his memory are his four children, Sabrina Carthan, Jerry Carthan, Lolita Carthan, Michael Carthan, all of Los Angeles, CA; eight grandchildren, five great grandchildren; loving niece, Carlos Jones and husband, Robert Mackey...

Virgil Luther

Virgil Luther

Mar 9, 2021

Virgil Luther, 86, of Singer, LA, passed from this life on Tuesday, March 9, 2021.

Those left to cherish his memory are his daughters, Jeanez McLeod and Mike of Singer, LA, D.D. Alton and Marlin of DeRidder, LA; grandchildren, Trent Buxton and Erika of DeQuincy, LA, Cristi Schilling and Matt of DeRidder,...

Merline Jane Phillips Simmons

Merline Jane Phillips Simmons

Mar 8, 2021

Merline Jane Phillips Simmons, 70, of DeRidder, LA, passed from this life on Monday, March 8, 2021.

Those left to cherish her memory are her loving husband of 44 years, Edward Simmons of DeRidder, LA; son, Lance Eugene Skinner and Machelle of Savannah, MO; daughters, Juanita Merline Lambert and David of Lebnon,...

Russell Doyle

Russell Doyle

Mar 5, 2021

Russell DeWayne Doyle, 52, of Choudrant, LA, passed from this life on Friday, March 5, 2021.

Those left to cherish his memory are his mother and step-father, Betty Kellogg and John; wife, Tammy Kelley Doyle of Quitman, LA; stepchildren, Jonathan Roane of Holly Ridge, LA, Michael Kelley of Orange, TX; Shianne Kelley...

John David "Paw" Loftin

John David "Paw" Loftin

Mar 2, 2021

John David “Paw” Loftin, 61, of DeRidder, LA, passed from this life on Tuesday, March 2, 2021.

John enjoyed flower gardening, plants, grilling, traveling and most of all spending time with his family.

Those left to cherish his memory are his loving wife of thirty-seven years, Becky Loftin of...

Zalee Day-Smith

Zalee Day-Smith

Feb 28, 2021

Zalee Gail Day-Smith, 14, of Longville, LA, passed from this life on Sunday, February 28, 2021.

Zalee was a freshman at South Beauregard High School, she was President of the Student Council, and a straight “A” student. She had a beautiful voice and loved to sing. She was a fun, loving, outgoing...

John Andrew Pruitt

John Andrew Pruitt

Feb 26, 2021

John Andrew Pruitt, 38, of DeRidder, LA, passed from this life on Friday, February 26, 2021.

Those left to cherish his memory are his mother, Sandra Pruitt of DeRidder, LA; sisters, Madelyn Pruitt of DeRidder, LA, Miranda Pruitt of DeRidder, LA, Maigen Schexnayder and Allison of Church Point, LA, Sydney Pruitt of...

Msg William Monroe Whitehead

Msg William Monroe Whitehead

Feb 23, 2021

MSG William Monroe Whitehead, 48, of Fort Polk, LA, passed from this life on Tuesday, February 23, 2021.

MSG Whitehead was a member of the Louisiana National Guard for almost 30 years. He was a member of 3-156th for over 20 years. He was deployed 3 times, two times with the 3-156th, the third time...

Nellie Mae "Ellen" Handy

Nellie Mae "Ellen" Handy

Feb 22, 2021

Nellie Mae “Ellen” Grinds Handy, 94, of DeRidder, LA, passed from this life on Monday, February 22, 2021.

Those left to cherish her memory are her son, William Spikes of Houston, TX; daughters, Diana Hamilton and Willie of Lake Charles, LA, Jennifer Handy and Percy of DeRidder, LA, Frankie Williams and Reverend...

Helen Lavera Thompson

Helen Lavera Thompson

Feb 22, 2021

Helen Lavera Whiddon Thompson, 90, of Kingwood, TX, passed from this life on Monday, February 22, 2021.

Those left to cherish her memory are her loving husband of seventy-two years, Joe James Thompson; daughter, Debbie Warren and Jack of Kingwood, TX; sisters, Eloise Marze of Winnsboro, TX, Teresa Madison of Lake Charles,...

Brenda Cantrell

Brenda Cantrell

Feb 19, 2021

Brenda Cantrell, 51, of Leesville, LA, passed from this life on Friday, February 19, 2021.

Those left to cherish her memory are her loving husband of thirty-five years, Clyde Cantrell of Leesville, LA; sons, Leland Cantrell and Amber, Chad Cantrell and Moriah, all of Leesville, LA; daughter, Stephanie Small and Hunter of...

Chris Howard Tidwell

Chris Howard Tidwell

Feb 16, 2021

Chris Howard Tidwell, 69, of DeRidder, LA passed from this life on Tuesday, February 16, 2021.

Chris started his career at Hanna Abington Ford in 1978. For the past 32 years he was part owner and dealer at Green Chevrolet-Chrysler in DeRidder, LA. Chris loved and respected each and every one of...

Randal Burgess

Randal Burgess

Feb 9, 2021

Randal Arsan Burgess, 58, of Longville, LA, passed from this life on Tuesday, February 9, 2021.

Those left to cherish his memory are his loving wife, Bonnie Spikes Burgess of Longville, LA; mother, Rebecca Bass of DeQuincy, LA; nephew and niece, Matthew Burgess of Longville, LA, Bridgett Burgess of DeQuincy, LA; stepchildren,...

Henry Kulaga

Henry Kulaga

Feb 7, 2021

Henry Kulaga, 70, of DeRidder, LA, passed from this life on Sunday, February 7, 2021.

Those left to cherish his memory are his loving wife of 47 years, Kathy Kulaga of DeRidder, LA; son, Joey Kulaga and Brandi of Lake Charles, LA; daughters, Angie Lambert and David of Brussels, Belgium, Dustie Waddell...

Mary St. Romain

Mary St. Romain

Feb 6, 2021

Mary Victoria St. Romain

Sunrise May 6, 1931 – Sunset February 6, 2021

Mary Victoria St. Romain entered into eternal rest on February 6, 2021 at the age of 89. She was born on May 6, 1931 in Mansura, Louisiana to Julius and Pauline (Sampson) Batiste....

Nellie G. Mayes

Nellie G. Mayes

Feb 5, 2021

NELLIE PASSED PEACEFULLY FROM THIS LIFE ON FEBUARY  5TH AFTER GRADUAL DECLINE IN HEALTH.  SHE WAS SURROUNDED AND SUPPORTED BY LOVING FAMILY, FRIENDS,AND CAREGIVERS DURING THE LAST DAYS OF HER LIFE.  NELLIE WAS BORN IN DERIDDER,LA ON JUNE 30,1951 TO THE LATE MR ROBERT LEE AND WILLIE D GRINDS.  GRADUATED FROM CARVER HIGH SCHOOL  IN 1972.  NELLIE BEGAN...

Woodrow Wilson Colton, Sr.

Woodrow Wilson Colton, Sr.

Feb 2, 2021

Woodrow Wilson Colton, Sr., 92, of Evans, LA, passed from this life on Tuesday, February 2, 2021.

Those left to cherish his memory are his children, Cathy Maresh and John of Huntsville, TX, Woodrow “Boggie” Colton, Jr. and Beverly of Knight, LA, Pattie Lott of Evans, LA;  six grandchildren, seventeen great grandchildren,...

Mary Etta Higginbotham Mitchell

Mary Etta Higginbotham Mitchell

Feb 1, 2021

Mary Etta Higginbotham Mitchell,75, of DeRidder, LA, passed from this life on Monday, February 1, 2021.

Those left to cherish her memory are her son, Winfred Simmons and Traci of Covington, TX; daughter, Sheila Snell and Cullen of Rosepine, LA; sister, Denice Bailey and Scott of DeRidder, LA; a host of grandchildren,...

Gitta Silance

Gitta Silance

Feb 1, 2021

Gitta Dosch Silance, 74, of DeRidder, LA, passed from this life on Monday, February 1, 2021.

Those left to cherish her memory are her loving husband, Michael Silance of DeRidder, LA; son, Fred Von Vegasack of Frankfurt, Germany; daughters, Uta Kuhner of Frankfurt, Germany, Tanya Blankinship and Zach of DeRidder, LA, Tina...

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