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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...

Lillie Ann Hickman

Lillie Ann Hickman

Jan 30, 2021

Lillie Ann Hickman, 80, of Merryville, LA, passed from this life on Saturday, January 30, 2021.

Those left to cherish her memory are her daughter, Ann Ludolph and David of Merryville, LA; sons, Donald Hickman of DeRidder, LA, David F. Hickman and Vicky of Merryville, LA; grandchildren, Angela Ramirez, Brandi Logan, Michael...

Terry Alden Tweedel

Terry Alden Tweedel

Jan 30, 2021

Terry Alden Tweedel, 66, of DeRidder, LA, passed from this life on Saturday, January 30, 2021.

Those left to cherish his memory are his loving wife of four years, Linda Golene of DeRidder, LA; son, Renee’ Fontenot of MI; daughters, Dorie Bailey and Richard of DeRidder, LA, Krista Stewart and Michael of...

James Kennedy

James Kennedy

Jan 30, 2021

James Fruge Kennedy, 85, of Longville, LA, passed from this life on Saturday, January 30, 2021.

Those left to cherish his memory are his loving wife of fifty-nine years, Mavis Kennedy of Longville, LA; son, Brett Kennedy of DeRidder, LA; daughter, Beverly Kennedy Fontenot of Longville, LA; brother, Harold Kennedy and Pat...

John Edward Baggett, Sr.

John Edward Baggett, Sr.

Jan 30, 2021

John Edward Baggett, Sr., 66, of Boyce, LA, passed from this life on Saturday, January 30, 2021.

Those left to cherish his memory are his son, John Baggett, Jr. and Heather of Elmer, LA; daughters, Kimberly Mahaffey and Greg of Tioga, LA, Tonya Alabid and Wissam of Alexandria, LA, Jessica Hamilton of...

Daniel Jesus Rivera

Daniel Jesus Rivera

Jan 29, 2021

Daniel Jesus Rivera, 39, of Pontotoc, MS, passed from this life on January 29, 2021.

Those left to cherish his memory are his daughter, Danielle Rivera of Tupelo, MS; father, Alfredo Rivera of DeRidder, LA; mother, Ester Rivera of DeRidder, LA; brothers, Seferino Rivera of Hibbing, MN, Gilberto Rivera of Pontotoc, MS,...

Elisa Quinones

Elisa Quinones

Jan 29, 2021

Elisa Ramos Quinones, 82, of DeRidder, LA, passed from this life on Friday, January 29, 2021.

Elisa loved spending time with her children, grandchildren, family and friends. She was very charitable and would cook for everyone. Her favorite past times were traveling, listening to music, watching Spanish movies (peliculas) and working in...

Elizabeth Clark Maxie

Elizabeth Clark Maxie

Jan 23, 2021

Elizabeth Clark Maxie, 73, of DeRidder, LA, passed from this life on Saturday, January 23, 2021.

Those left to cherish her memory are daughter, Brenda Isler and Gregory of DeRidder, LA; brother, Bill Clark of DeRidder, LA; grandchildren, LaQuinta Randall and Christopher of Houston, TX, Malcolm Isler of New Boston, TX, Kennetra...

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