James Leslie Logan passed away peacefully on Friday, September 23, 2016, surrounded by family and friends, at the age of 63. James was a native of Lenoir City, TN, but had adopted New Orleans, LA (particularly Jesuit Bend) as his home. James was a home improvement contractor who loved his clients as much as his work, and made many cherished friends along the way. James is predeceased by his parents, Abbie Hull Logan and Joe V. Logan. He is survived by his loving wife of 33 years, Mary “Cathy” LeBlanc Logan, son Jason LeBlanc (Aynsley), brother Chester Logan (Janet), granddaughter Kaylen McAcy, numerous nephews, cousins, other family and friends. Visitation was held on Saturday, October 1 at Mothe Funeral Home, 2100 Westbank Expressway, Harvey, LA, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. with a brief service following afterward. Interment was private. Friends and family are invited, in lieu of flowers, to donate to a charity of their choice. The family would like to express their appreciation to their wonderful friends and neighbors in Jesuit Bend Estates for their constant support as well as the entire staff of Heart of Hospice. Friends and family may view and sign the online guest book at www.mothefunerals.com. 

Barbara L Castell entered peacefully into eternal rest on Friday, September 23, 2016 at the age of 64. Beloved wife of the late Eugene L Castell. Daughter of Marie O Brechtel and the late Warren Brechtel. Sister to the late Elaine Schneider and Vernon Brechtel. Loving mother of Nicole Sage (Keith) Anthony Rodriguez (Michelle) and Steven Brunies. Step-mother to Mark Castell (Stephanie) Beloved grandmother to (9) grandchildren and (4) great grandchildren. Beloved Aunt to Dawn Buras and Kim Lester (Harris). She was a retired fl orist owner. She was born in New Orleans, LA, and was a resident of Terrytown, LA. Family and friends attended her memorial Mass at Christ the King Church, 535 Deerfi eld Rd Terrytown, LA on Friday, September 30, 2016 from 11 a.m. to 12 noon. A celebration of her life memorial was also held at the Italian-American Society of Jefferson Hall at 1910 Monroe St. Gretna, immediately afterward. In lieu of flowers, please donate to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. 

Mary Lou Vaughn Hebert passed away peacefully on September 28, 2016 at the age of 88. Beloved wife of the late Edvar J. Hebert. Loving mother of Marcia Lynn Hebert Polk (Paul), Leonard Hebert (Barbara) and the late Mary Dell Hebert Jones (Thomas). Grandmother of Tammy Lynn Jones Williams (Montford Williams IV), Michael Thomas Jones (Krista), Megan Rae Hebert Wright (Justin), Alexandra E. Polk and Zachary J. Polk. Great-grandmother of Montford E. Williams V, Nathan Thomas, Aiden Michael and Greyson Alexander and Jaxon Lee. Sister of the late Annie Belle Vaughn Hebert. Daughter of the late Lucia Menard Vaughn and Clairphe J. Vaughn. Also survived by other loving family members and friends. She was born in Abbeville, LA, lived for many years in Port Sulphur and most recently, resided in Denham Springs with her daughter. She graduated from Abbeville High School and later, served her church and community as a member of St. Patrick Catholic Church, Ladies Altar Society, Port Sulphur VFW Ladies Auxiliary, Port Sulphur High School PTA and Band Booster. The family would like to express their gratitude to Dr. Lilibeth Rochon, Doctors and staff of the Heart Clinic of Louisiana, Southern Pines in Walker, LA, Clarity Hospice, Tiffany Square and Mrs. Sheila Baker and Staff for their care and compassion during this difficult time. In lieu of flowers, Masses or donations in her loving memory may be made to St. Patrick Catholic Church, Addie’s Angels (www.addiesangels.com), Alzheimer’s Association (www.alz.org) or M.A.D.D. (www.madd.org). Relatives and friends of the family attended the visitation at Mothe Funeral Home, 2100 Westbank Expy., Harvey, LA on Monday, October 3, 2016 from 10 a.m. until 12 noon. A funeral mass followed at St. Patrick Catholic Church, 28683 Hwy. 23, Port Sulphur, LA 70083. Interment took place in the church’s cemetery. For directions or to view and sign the online guest book, please visit: www.mothefunerals.com. 

Marcell Christian Carter Sr. a lifelong native of New Orleans, LA departed this life on Sunday, July 24, 2016 at the age of 21. Beloved son of Keoka K. Carter. Fiance’ of D’Jonay Bowman. Devoted father of An’Jae A. and Marcell C. Carter Jr. Brother of Marcella C. McKinney (Micheal). Uncle of Christopher L. McKinney. Nephew of Janice M. Carter. He was predeceased by his grandmother Elise Carter, Uncle Ralph Carter and Cousins Frank Weber and David Lewis. Deceased also survived by a host of aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. A Private funeral service, for immediate family only, was held on Saturday, October 1, 2016. Funeral planning entrusted to Robinson Family Funeral Home 9611 Hwy 23 Belle Chasse, LA 70037. Please visit www.robinsonfamilyfuneralhome. com to sign the guestbook. 

Barbara Jean Hall (Bob) Williams entered eternal rest on Tuesday, October 4, 2016 at the age of 65. She was surrounded by her loving family at her home in Harvey, LA. Daughter of the late Fred and Viola Hall. Adopted daughter of the late Nathan and Elma Phillips. Wife of the late Melvin Williams Sr. Devoted mother of Antoinette (Terrence) Nickerson, Carmelita Williams and Melvin (Lynica) Williams. Sister of Rudy Hall, Sedonia (Roger) Lathan and the late Amy Lewis and Fred Hall Jr. Deceased also survived by 11 grandchildren, 4 great grandchildren, a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and devoted friends. Relatives and friends of the family, pastors, officers and members of Loving Faith Baptist Church, employees of Jefferson Parish Public School System (John Ehret), Ochsner Medical Center,  Kmart and Chevron Chemical & Zachry Industrial attended the funeral service on Saturday, October 15, 2016 at Loving Faith Baptist Church, 45 5th Street, Gretna, LA 70056 at 10 a.m. Visitation was held at 8 a.m. Pastor Kentrell Pritchell and Rev. Curtis Haywood officiated. Interment followed at Resthaven Cemetery. Funeral planning entrusted to Robinson Family Funeral Home 9611 Hwy 23 Belle Chasse, LA 70037. Please visit www.robinsonfamilyfuneralhome.com to sign guestbook.

Craig “Hat” John Trosclair of Marrero, LA left the physical world unexpectedly on Friday, October 7, 2016 at the age of 58. Craig was a loving faithful husband and best friend to his wife of 39 years, Cindy Trosclair. He was a compassionate father that left behind two of his greatest accomplishments, his sons, John Jackson Jr. and Dennis Trosclair, along with his daughter-in-law Jodi Trosclair. Craig was the dedicated son of Farrell Trosclair and the late, Rosiland Aime, as well as stepson of Dorlie Trosclair. He was also a loving proud grandfather to Austin Jackson, Logan Trosclair, and Jacob Jackson. Craig was the caring brother to Denise Nolan (Bob), Bambi Taylor, and Ally Watts (Joey) and stepbrother of Loyd Bagot, Beth Bagot Wilson, and Jeffrey Bagot. Craig was also predeceased by his beloved canine companion, Taz. Craig was a loving devoted family man that was passionate about the outdoors and an avid golfer. Craig was a longtime employee of Chevron Oronite in Belle Chasse. In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to PAWS animal shelter at www.paws4life.org in Craig’s honor. A visitation and memorial service was held in the Chapel of Westside Leitz-Eagan Funeral Home on October 14, 2016. To express condolences, visit www.westsideleitzeagan.com.

Lorraine Florence Cosse’ Tinson departed this life peacefully at her home in Davant, LA on Saturday, October 1, 2016 at the age of 88. She was surrounded by her loving family. Daughter of the late Kermit and Clemence Isidore Cosse’. Beloved wife of the late Peter Paul Tinson. Devoted mother of Verna Alexis, Karen Encalade, Leon (Angela) Encalade, Marginal (Danny) Williams and the late Arthur G. Encalade. Beloved sister of Wilfred Cosse’ Sr. and the late Kermit Cosse’ Jr. Loving and devoted grandmother of Christian Peter Tinson and Toni (Bryan) Harrison. Deceased also survived by 11 other devoted grandchildren, several great grandchildren, a host of nieces, nephews, sisters and brother in laws, cousins, other relatives and devoted  friends. Relatives and friends of the family attended the mass of Christian Burial on Saturday, October 15, 2016 at St. Thomas Catholic Church, 17605 Hwy 15 Point-Ala-Hache, LA at 11 a.m. Visitation began at 9 a.m. Father Michael Labre officiated. Entombment will follow in St. Thomas Cemetery. Funeral planning entrusted to Robinson Family Funeral Home 9611 Hwy 23 Belle Chasse, LA 70037. Please visit www.robinsonfamilyfuneralhome.com to sign guestbook.

Van Phong Nguyen passed away on Friday, September 30, 2016 at West Jefferson Hospital at the age of 60. Funeral services were held on Sunday, October 9, 2016 at the Robinson Family Funeral Home in Belle Chasse, LA 70037. Please visit www.robinsonfamilyfuneralhome.com to sign guestbook.

Gail Marie Ballay Gonzales passed away peacefully on October 5, 2016 at the age of 72. Beloved wife of the late Calvin John Gonzales. Mother of Dane Louis Gonzales (Beverly), Neal Patrick Gonzales and Kelly Ann Gonzales Fontaine (Clark). Grandmother of Clark Malcolm (Kayla), Cody Layne, Kyle Dillon, and Kelsey Catherine Fontaine and Jessica Catherine Gonzales. Great-grandmother to Clark Malcolm Fontaine IV. Daughter of the late Kermit Conrad and Louise Chiapetta Ballay. Sister of Linda Stipelcovich (John), Kenneth Ballay (Marleen), and the late Benjamin Ballay (Sybil), the late Kermit Jack Ballay (Gert) and Sister in law to Lois Ann Gonzales LeJeune (Walter). She was survived by godchildren, nieces, nephews, and family. Family and friends attended a mass at St. Patrick’s Church in Port Sulphur on October 15, 2016.

Hansell Paul Bowers, Jr. peacefully entered into eternal rest on Thursday, October 6, 2016 at the age of 74. Beloved husband of Barbara Ann Greene Bowers. Son of the late Hansell Paul Bowers, Sr. and Irma France Bowers. Father of Paul C. Merritt, JackE. Allen, Jr. and William D. Allen. Grandfather of Ashley E. Merritt, Cole T. Allen-Cason, Ruben Morales, Jr., Eugene F. Wermuth, Emily C. Merritt, Jack E. Allen III and Emily P. Horton. Great-grandfather of Jude Horton and Evangeline “Evie” Horton. Brother of Gerald “Fuzzy” J. Bowers, Judith “Judy” B. Courtney and Russell A. Bowers. Hansell was born in Buras, LA and was a resident of Harvey, LA. Family and friends attended the visitation at Mothe Funeral Home in Harvey, LA on Saturday, October 15, 2016. Funeral services followed at the funeral home. Interment was in Westlawn Memorial Park Cemetery, Gretna, LA. In lieu of flowers, please consider donations to St. Mark’s Episcopal Church, 3245 Manhattan Blvd., Harvey, LA 70058 in memory of Hansell. Family and friends may view and sign the online guestbook at www.mothefunerals.com.

Richard Albert Peoples, Sr. departed this life on Friday, October 14, 2016 at his home in Buras, LA at the age 77 years old. Funeral service was held on October 19, 2016 at Trinity United Methodist Church in Buras, LA at 10 a.m. Entombment followed in Our Lady of Good Harbor Cemetery in Buras, LA. Funeral planning entrusted to Robinson Family Funeral Home 9611 Hwy. 23, Belle Chasse, LA 70037. Please visit www.robinsonfamilyfuneralhome.com to sign guestbook 

Marvin Joseph Lewis, A lifelong resident of Dalcour, LA, in Plaquemines Parish, entered into eternal rest on Wednesday, October 12, 2016 at the age of 63. Marvin was born to the late Marcus and Luberta Lewis on Sept. 21, 1953. Brother of Rita Mae Smith, Betty L. Encalade, Marcus and Melvin, the late Reverend Walter and Elbert E. Lewis. Also survived by a host of other relatives and friends. Relatives and friends of the family; Pastor, Officers and members of Bethlehem Baptist and all other neighboring churches attended the funeral at Bethlehem Baptist Church, 111 Bethlehem Lane, Dalcour, LA on Saturday, October 22, 2016 at 11 a.m. with Reverend Dr. Michael W. Jiles officiating. Interment was private. Visitation was at 9 a.m. in the church. Funeral planning was entrusted to Charbonnet Family Services.

Trulie Marie Fortenberry Harris, lead singer and Assistant Manager of the “Unstoppable Gospel Creators”, departed this life on Tuesday, October 11, 2016 at Oschner Westbank at the age of 54. A native of Silvercreek, MS, and a resident of Gretna, LA. Mrs. Harris was employed at Judge Lionel R. Collins Montessori School in Marrero, LA. Beloved daughter of Lillie Randolph Fortenberry and the late James Stewart. Devoted wife of Deacon Roosevelt Harris Jr. Beloved mother of Duanschell (Dwayne Sr.) Small, Troy Fortenberry, Rosetta (Brandon Sr.) Jones, Tamika (Abraham Sr.) Jackson, Tashika and Roosevelt Harris III. Sister of Benjamin, Neal (Michelle) and Bobby Fortenberry, Kenneth, Samuel and Joann Stewart. Sister in law of Brenda Bleach. God sent sister of Dr. Jacqueline Clark, Lillie Bradley, Joyce Scott and Evangelist Linda Wright. Deceased also survived by 11 grandchildren, a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and devoted friends. Relatives and friends of the family, Pastor, officers, and members of Mt. Pilgrim Baptist Church, Greater Bright Morning Star B.C., Morning Star B.C. and all neighboring churches, all Gospel Groups and WVOG Radio Station, Boh Brothers Construction, AMF All Star Lanes, CVS Pharmacy, JPSO, Churches Chicken, Lofton Security and Rock N Roll Towing Company attended the home-going celebration on Monday, October 17, 2016 at Mt. Pilgrim Baptist Church located at 922 Estalote Ave. Harvey, LA at 10 a.m. Visitation began at 8 a.m. Pastor Louis Brooks Harrison officiated. Interment followed in Restlawn Cemetery, Avondale, LA. Repass to follow internment at Mt. Pilgrim Baptist Church Multipurpose building 1006 Pailet Street Harvey, LA. Funeral planning entrusted to Robinson Family Funeral Home 9611 Hwy 23 Belle Chasse, LA 70037. Please visit www.robinsonfamilyfuneralhome.com to sign guestbook. 

Alena Marie Phillips Donaldson, a native and lifelong resident of Port Sulphur, LA departed this life on Thursday, October 13, 2016 at her Sons’ home in Harvey, LA, at the age of 56. Daughter of the late Amellian and Eula Barthelemy Phillips. Devoted companion of the late Chuck D. Demolle. Beloved mother of James Phillips, Christine Donaldson, Tomeika (Marlon) St. Cyr, Kevin (Rachel) Williams and the late Cal Ray Donaldson. Sister of Lorraine Barthelemy, Pamela Williams, Connie Williams, Georgianna (Edward) Johnson, Hope (Noel) Miller, Elliot (Katrina) Phillips and the late Amellian and Clara Ann Phillips and Margaret Ragas. Deceased also survived by 10 grandchildren, a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and devoted friends. Family and friends attended the funeral service on Thursday, October 20, 2016 at Greater Macedonia Baptist Church, 27796 Hwy 23 Port Sulphur, LA at 11 a.m. Visitation began at 9 a.m. Pastor Mandrel Pansy officiated. Interment followed in Mt. Zion Memorial Park, Empire, LA. Funeral planning entrusted to Robinson Family Funeral Home, 9611 Hwy 23, Belle Chasse, LA 70037. Please visit www.robinsonfamilyfuneralhome.com to sign guestbook. 

James Franklin Jones was called to heaven on Tuesday, October 18, 2016 at the age of 85. Beloved husband of the late Bobbye Jean Coats Jones. Companion of Norma Winegeart. Father of Donna Bowles. Grandfather of DeAnna Tillery (Todd) and Derek Bowles (Jener). Great grandfather of Kaitlyn Tillery and Dennin Bowles. Son of the late Mae Dickerson Jones and John W. Jones. Brother of Shirley Byrd (Jerry), Sandra Schuler, and the late Juanita Mitchell (George Sr.), Dorothy Ray (late James) and Charles Jones (Lily). He will also be dearly missed by the Winegeart and Noel families. James was a lifelong resident of Gretna, LA, a Veteran of the United States Air Force, a member of William D. White Masonic Lodge #408, a member of Scottish Rite, Jerusalem Temple Shrine and a very active member of the Belle Chasse United Methodist Church and the Belle Chasse United Methodist Men’s Group. A special thanks to Jenny Leblanc and St. Margaret’s Hospice as well as the staff of Ochsner for their great care and service. Relatives and friends of the family attended the Funeral Service in the Chapel of Mothe Funeral Homes, 2100 Westbank Expressway, Harvey, LA on Friday, October 21, 2016 at 1:30 p.m. Visitation was from 11:00 a.m. until funeral time. Interment took place at Westlawn Memorial Park Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Belle Chasse United Methodist Church, 8375 LA 23, Belle Chasse, LA 70037, 504-394-1976. To view and sign the online guestbook, please visit www.mothefunerals.com. 

Brooke Leigh Ton slipped away from her earthly bonds on Friday, October 14, 2016 at 3 a.m. and Heaven gained a new Angel. Brooke was born on March 19, 1990, in Gretna, LA, the daughter of her loving mother and best friend, Lynda Ronquillo Ton, and her father Hank Ton. Brooke is survived by her parents, her dear friend, and mother’s boyfriend, David Smith, her loving brothers, Joel Ton (Kassidy) and Jason Ton (girlfriend, Jaclynn Hyatt), sister Heather and her children, cherished boyfriend, Michael Callais, best friend Charlie Newberry, special friend, Blake Brown, who was like a brother to her, beloved godmother, Barbara Halphen, godson, Ayden Kennedy and his sister, Brianna Kennedy who was like a sister to Brooke, grandfather Abraham Ton, (Annette), canine companion, Eddie, and loving Aunts and Uncles: Karen Ballay (John, deceased); Angel Kennedy (James); Cindy Zito (Howard); Simon (Joey) Ronquillo; Earl Ronquillo (Rhonda); Nancy Butler (Delton), Marie Rimes (Ray), special cousins, Taylor Ronquillo, Rachel and Jamie, and many more cousins and friends. Brooke was preceded in death by her maternal grandparents, Simon and Ellamae Ronquillo who welcomed her with open arms at heaven’s door, and her paternal grandmother Joyce Ton. Brooke was a graduate of Academy of Our Lady and Our Lady of Holy Cross College. She was pursuing a doctorate degree at the time of her passing. Brooke was a former Eucharistic minister and lector at St. Patrick Church in Port Sulphur. She also assisted and counseled callers on the New Orleans Crisis Hotline. To know Brooke was to love Brooke. She was so smart and thoughtful. She never met a stranger. In her too short time here on earth, Brooke touched more lives and made more friends than most people do in a lifetime. She had an enormous heart and lived life to the fullest and with passion. She had that rare gift of warmth and unselfishness. She often visited her uncle at the nursing home. She joked and cheered him with her sweet nature. She sang to him and with him and was his Karaoke Buddy at family parties and events. She loved writing poetry and stories. She also had a passion for song and dance from a young age, and wrote and sang several songs with the voice of an angel. Brooke enjoyed fishing and hunting with her brothers and friends. She brought so much life and joy to our lives and we are much better for having known and loved her. Until we meet again-- fly high Beautiful Angel! Family and friends attended the Funeral Mass at St. Patrick Catholic Church, Port Sulphur, LA on Saturday, October 22, 2016 at 12 noon. Fr. Gerard Stapleton officiated. Visitation was held at Mothe Funeral Home, 2100 Westbank Expwy., Harvey, LA on Friday, October 21, 2016 from 6 p.m. until 10 p.m. Visitation will resume on Saturday morning at the church from 9 a.m. until 12 noon. Interment was at Our Lady of Good Harbor Cemetery, in Buras, LA. In lieu of flowers, donations to St. Patrick Catholic Church of Port Sulphur, or Covenant House or N.A.M.I. may be made in her memory. Family and friends may view and sign the online guest book at www.mothefunerals.com.