Beverly Lorena Davis-Hill peacefully entered into eternal rest on at Ochsner Medical Center Northshore on Thursday, December 29, 2017 at the age of 79. Daughter of the late Albert, Sr. and Hazel Williams Davis. Loving mother of Tracy Robinson, Ronald J. Hill and Donna H. Hooper. Devoted sister of Jill Davis-Sino and the late Eugene, Sr., Albert, Sr. and Lawrence Davis. Beverly was employed by Chalmette Medical Center. Relatives and Friends; Pastor, Officers and members of Corrine Missionary, Garden of Prayer, Third Baptist and all other neighboring churches of St. Bernard, Plaquemines and Orleans Parishes; Staff and Employees of Best Western-plus French Quarter, Landmark Hotel and St. Bernard Parish Government attended the funeral services held at Corrine Missionary Baptist Church, 5620 E Judge Perez Dr, Violet, LA on Thursday, January 4, 2018, Pastor John Bailey, Jr. officiated. Interment at Providence Memorial Park, Metairie, LA.

Solon "Bill" Estess passed away peacefully on New Year's Day, January 1, 2018 at the age of 89. Husband of Mary Virginia Estess, Father of Tommie E. Estess (the late JoAnn) and John M. Estess (Lori), Grandfather of Nathan and Shelby Estess and the late Cerissa and Mariah Estess, Great-Grandfather of Brenan Williams, Son of the late Marvin S. Estess and Nolia Stinson Estess, Brother of the late Eloise Estess Wolff and Elaine Estess Lipari. Solon was a native of Tylertown, Mississippi and a long-time resident of Buras, Louisiana and most recently Belle Chasse, Louisiana. He proudly served his country in the United States Army National Guard of Mississippi. Solon was retired from AmeriGas Propane, formerly known as Petrolane Gas Services. Family and friends attended services held at Our Lady of Perpetual Help in Belle Chasse, LA on Thursday, January 4, 2018. A graveside service immediately followed at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Cemetery in Belle Chasse. In lieu of flowers, charitable donations are being accepted in Solon's memory through Children's Hospital or American Cancer Society. Please express condolences www.westsideleitzeagan.com

Richard “Ricky” Joseph Gilbert passed away on Wednesday, December 27, 2017 at the age of 59. Richard was born in Port Sulphur, LA on May 17, 1958. He had many roles in his life including Boat Captain, Cook, and the local favorite Master Carpenter. His most important role was being a great father, grandfather, brother, uncle, cousin and friend. He is survived by his four daughters Angela (Simon) Sundy, Sandy (Bradley) Hingle, Brittany (Zachary) Necaise, and Janna (Robert) Viator. He is also survived by his five sisters and two brothers: Edna Mae Morel, Peggy (Lance) Ragas, Barbara Franceski, Wanda “June” Mistich, Lynell “Nell” (Tommy) Frickey, Warren “Butch” (Mel) Gilbert and Allen (Teresa) Gilbert. Loving grandfather of Allison, Shae’, Michael, Matthew, Simon, Shawn, Sydney, Dixie, Dustin, Jaylene and Lincoln. He was a great-grandfather to James and Kingston, who will soon arrive in March 2018. Richard is also survived by numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and devoted friends. Richard was preceded in death by his beloved parents, Margaret and Warren Gilbert Sr. Relatives and friends of the family attended the funeral services on Monday, January 8, 2018 at Trinity United Methodist Church in Buras, LA. Entombment followed at St. Patrick Catholic Church Cemetery in Port Sulphur, LA. In lieu of flowers, the family would appreciate memorials be made in Richard’s name to “Autism Speaks” in honor of his grandson, Dustin Necaise. Please visit www.robinsonfamilyfuneralhome.com to sign online guestbook.

After a protracted battle with pancreatic cancer, Jerry L. Hermann died on December 30, 2017, at the age of 64. Jerry was born on March 11, 1953, in Richland, Wash., to father Herbert E. Hermann and mother Virgie M. Maloney who predeceased him. He, along with his two sisters, was raised in Houma on St. Paul Street. Jerry was a reporter for the Houma Courier from 1969 to 1975 which paid his way through Nicholls State University from 1971 to 1975, when he graduated cum laude with a Bachelor of Arts degree. Before heading on to the LSU Law Center, Jerry served as managing editor of the Courier from 1975-76. He left for law school in Baton Rouge for three and a half years, where he graduated in 1979 in the top 20 percent of his class. During law school, Jerry worked on the Louisiana Sea Grant Legal Program, clerked for a district judge in Plaquemines Parish and became acquainted with A. Deutsche O'Neal Sr., a Houma attorney who served as his mentor during the early years of practice. His first job in the legal profession came to him when Judge Morris Lottinger Jr. offered him a clerkship on the Louisiana First Circuit Court of Appeal. He credited the learning and experience he received as an appellate law clerk for much of his later success as a lawyer. Hermann joined his friend and confidant, Joe Kopfler, in 1992 to form their law partnership, Kopfler & Hermann. Jerry served as a member of the Houma-Terrebonne Home Rule Charter Commission, member of the Louisiana Judiciary Commission; he also served on the Louisiana Coastal Commission which was instrumental in abolishing shell dredging in Lake Pontchartrain. In recent years, Hermann underwent extensive training which led to his appointment as a Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA). As a CASA, he advocated on behalf of children who, for numerous reasons, were caught up in the juvenile justice system. Hermann believed his CASA work was the most important, interesting and rewarding work he had performed after 38 years of practicing law. Jerry recently received the Elton Darsey Lifetime Achievement Award from the Terrebonne Bar Association at its annual banquet. His law partner, Joe Kopfler, who presented the award, said Hermann was a "lawyer's lawyer, a lawyer who was available to help any other attorney who asked." He gave generously of his time in and out of the courtroom. Jerry always had empathy for the rights of the little guy. Outside of his legal practice, Jerry enjoyed writing and playing music. He also enjoyed writing poetry and fiction, and reading works of other authors. He liked to fish. Jerry was becoming an accomplished gardener before he was unable to handle the physical tasks of gardening. Jerry is survived by his loving wife and soulmate, Maida Verret Hermann; daughters, Jessica and Shea Hermann; sons, Matt (Sophie) and Trent (Angelle) Hermann; stepson, William Bowman; and grandchildren, Noah, Lillie and Brighton. He is also survived by his sisters, Virginia "Ginny" Rome (Danny), Nancy Champagne; nieces, Elizabeth Strausser, Gretchen Pleasant, Chelsea Champagne; nephew, Chad Champagne; and his aunt, Verniece Maloney Greene in which he considered his second mom. Besides his parents preceding him in death, his oldest son Jeff ery Hermann died at the age of 28. Jerry often described his son's death as the worst thing that ever happened to him, leaving a hole in his heart that never healed. At Jerry's wishes and desires, there will be no traditional funeral home or church services. Jerry wanted no sadness or tears when he died but only laughter and good thoughts about the really great parts of living. Jerry credited the excellent medical care provided by Dr. Genevieve Maronge, oncologist at Mary Bird Perkins Cancer Center at Terrebonne General Medical Center; and Dr. Craig Wade. When it became clear that the cancer was no longer responding to the chemotherapy, Jerry discontinued chemotherapy and began hospice care through the Haydel Hospice Center of Terrebonne Parish. He credited hospice care with its expert nursing, social work and pastorship for making his last months of life comfortable. A "Celebration of Life" was held on Saturday, January 6, 2018 at the Jolly Inn in Houma, LA.

Merline Coleman Payton departed this life on December 29, 2017 at Tulane Memorial Hospital at the age of 89. Merline was a native and lifelong resident of Sunrise, LA. Daughter of the late Harrison and Priscilla Albert Coleman. Wife of the late L.T. "Blue" Payton. Devoted Mother of Christine Payton and the late Hollis (late Naiomi) Payton, Russell (Pamela) Payton, Clinton (late Ruth) Payton and Perry Payton. Mother like figure to Bobbie Smith. Stepmother of Oliver Smith Jr. Sister of the late Milton (Late Antonette) Coleman, Royal (late Barbara) Coleman and Robert (Estelle) Coleman Sr. Deceased also survived by 15 grandchildren, a host of great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, cousins and devoted friends. Relatives and friends attended the funeral services on Saturday, January 6, 2018 at First Mt. Zion Baptist Church located in Empire, LA. Dr. Reginald H. Burl Sr. officiated. Entombment followed in Mt. Zion Memorial Park. Please visit www.robinsonfamilyfuneralhome.com to sign online guestbook.

Joseph "Joe" Sino Jr. peacefully entered eternal rest on December 19, 2017 at Tulane Hospital, surrounded by his loving family at the age of 79. Beloved husband of Melver B. Sino. Son of the late Joseph Sr. and Sylvia Davis Sino. Loving Father of Maureen and Joseph "Joey" (Jamie) Sino III. Devoted grandfather of Trey, Jaleel, Kiara, Rayana, Joseph IV, Briana, Essence and Tiana. Great grandfather of Chynaa. Brother of Earl (Maxine), Melvin (Alice), Gerald, James, and Marilyn Sino, Gloria S. Payne, Sylvia S. Isidore, Carolyn S. (Donald) Stokes and Constance S. Tross, the late Donna L. and Michael A. Sino. Also survived by a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends. Relatives and friends of the family, Pastors, Officers and Members of St. Andrew Baptist Church and all neighboring churches of St. Bernard and Plaquemines Parish, staff and employees of Domino Sugar Refinery, Subway, St. Bernard and Plaquemines Parish School Board and the Nasty Boyz Softball Team attended the funeral services. A celebration of life honoring Mr. Sino and visitation was held at St. Andrew Baptist Church in Braithwaite, LA on December 30, 2017. Pastor Merlin Flores officiated. Interment: St. Bernard Memorial Gardens. Please visit www.rhodesfuneral.com to share online condolences.

Richard James Reed departed this life on Monday January 1, 2018 at Abbeville General Hospital in Abbeville, LA at the age of 39. Richard was a native and lifelong resident of Port Sulphur, LA until relocating to Abbeville in the wake of Hurricane Katrina. Beloved husband of Trenice Marie Reddick Reed. Son of Marie B. Parker and the late Alonzo Reed Jr. Devoted father of Jasmend Marie, Yasmend Lynn and Alexus Reed and Keston James Micheal Reddick. Grandson of the late Adrian and Florentine Parker and Gloria Mackey and Alonzo Reed Sr. Son-in-law of Claudette Reddick. Step-brother of Marcus Reed, Alisha Ellis and Elisha Reed. Godbrother of Constance Parker. Deceased is also survived by 11 godchildren, several aunts, uncles, cousins and devoted friends in both Port Sulphur and Abbeville. Relatives and friends of the family attended visitation and a mass of Christian burial on Saturday, January 13, 2018 at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church in Belle Chasse, LA. Father Kyle Dave celebrated the mass and the interment followed in Barthelemy Cemetery in Diamond, LA. For online condolences or to sign guestbook please visit www.robinsonfamilyfuneralhome.com

David Milos Pavlovich passed away on Th ursday, January 11, 2018 at the age of 57. Beloved husband of Betsy Deano Pavlovich for 24 years. Father of Taylor Sophia Pavlovich and David Hoss Pavlovich. Son of Peggy Edgecombe Pavlovich and the late Spiro Pavlovich. Brother of Sallee Pavlovich (Charles Caplinger) and Susanne Coates (Jeff ). He was also survived by loving nieces and nephews. He was Owner and President of Nairn Concrete. He was actively involved as a member and has held leadership positions in local, state and national concrete and business associations. He was the Chairman of Concrete and Aggregates Association of Louisiana, the 2008 Chairman of the Plaquemines Association of Business and Industry of which he was a Charter Member, Southeast Ready-Mixed Concrete Association, past president; the American Concrete Institute, the National Ready-Mix Concrete Association, and Homebuilders Association of Greater New Orleans. He was the 2007 Orange King of the Plaquemines Parish Fair and Orange Festival, longstanding member of the Krewe of Bacchus, Krewe of Louisianians, a member of the NRA and a lifetime sponsor of Ducks Unlimited. He and his family reside in Belle Chasse, LA and are parishioners of Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church where he was a pastoral Council Member and he was also a parishioner of St. Andrew the Apostle Catholic Church. He was a lifelong resident of Plaquemines Parish. Relatives and friends of the family attended visitation and the funeral mass at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church in Belle Chasse, LA on Monday, January 15, 2018. Interment: Nairn Cemetery in Nairn, LA. Family and friends may view and sign the online guest book at www.mothefunerals.com

Sean Paul Nugent passed away on January 5, 2018 at the age of 26. Loving father of Carter Sean Nugent and August Layne Nugent. Beloved son of Stephanie F. Nugent. Brother of Daff any Chambers Velasquez (Francisco), Juanita Chambers McCarthy (Ryan), John Chambers (Jackie Martinez), and Ashley Nugent. Uncle of Tristian Bennett, Mia Velasquez, Jizelle Chambers, Kailee Chambers, Addiesyn Chambers, Devyn Chambers, Skarlyt Chambers, Ahmani Men, and Malina Men. Also survived by many dear friends and family. Sean was a lifelong resident of Plaquemines Parish. Relatives and friends of the family attended visitation and the funeral service in the Chapel of Mothe Funeral Home in Harvey, LA on Saturday, January 13, 2018. Interment will be held at a later date in Westlawn Memorial Park Cemetery in Gretna, LA. To sign the online guestbook visit www.mothefunerals.com

Rudolph "Rudie" Joseph Ledet, a resident of Belle Chasse, LA, since 1963, entered into Eternal Rest on January 3, 2018, at the age of 87. Beloved husband of the late Victoria "Vickie" Angelina Ledet. Son of the late Enes "Sam" Ledet and Audrey Dugas Ledet. Son-in-law of the late Rosalie Chimento DeSalvo. Survivors include his daughter, Mary Lynn Ledet Carraway, wife of Mark Walter Carraway; and son of Randal Joseph Ledet, husband of Michelle Giroir Ledet. Grandfather of Peter Joseph Sanchez. Brother of the late Georgia Ledet LeBlanc, wife of the late Lee P. LeBlanc. Godfather of Sharon Smith and Cindy Horne; and survived by a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and other relatives and friends. Rudie enjoyed fishing, hunting, wood crafts and traveling. Lifelong member of the Belle Chasse Council of the Knights of Columbus. Veteran Army S/ SGT 1948 to 1952 stationed in German theatre. Relatives and friends of the family attended visitation and a memorial mass at Westside Leitz Eagan Funeral Home in Marrero, LA, on Tuesday, January 9, 2018. Interment: Westlawn Memorial Park in Gretna, LA.

Irvin Frederick "Jiff " Hingle, Jr. passed away on Tuesday, January 9, 2018 at the age of 66 at MD Anderson Cancer Center, Houston, TX. He was a native of Port Sulphur, LA and a resident of Belle Chasse, LA for the past 12 years. Beloved husband of Madalyne Brown Hingle for 34 years. Father of Reagan Hingle Russell (Shelby), Kari Eve Hingle Valence (Jonah), and Kathryne Jane Hingle. Preceded in death by his parents, Jane Vallot Hingle and Irvin F. Hingle, Sr., his brother, John Vallot Hingle and infant son, John Villiore Hingle. Grandfather of John Carter Russell, Jacob Cole Russell, Jordan Frederick Russell and Jonah Frederick Valence. He was a 1969 graduate of Holy Cross High School in New Orleans, and presided as President of the Student Government Association at Our Lady of Holy Cross College. He began his public service as Executive Director for the Association of Diving Contractors serving as the Congressional Lobbyist in Washington, D.C. In 1980, he joined the Governor Dave Treen Administration as Special Assistant to the Governor, serving as the Governor's Liaison to the Louisiana Legislature. In 1981, he was appointed Director of Public Works, responsible for flood control for the State of Louisiana and in 1982, was appointed Deputy Secretary of the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development, overseeing the Louisiana Office of Highways, Public Works, Aviation and Mass Transportation. In 1983, he returned home to Plaquemines Parish and was Owner and President of Venice Supplies, Inc., an oilfield and industrial supply company in Boothville, LA. In 1991, he was elected Sheriff of Plaquemines Parish, serving five consecutive terms. He was a graduate of the 1994 National Sheriff 's Institute, named 1999 Louisiana Sheriff of the Year by Victims and Citizens Against Crime, and named 2006 Sheriff of the Year by Victims and Citizens Against Crime. He was the 2010-2011 President of the Louisiana Sheriff 's Association. His extensive community involvement included having served as a Member of the Board of Regents of Our Lady of Holy Cross College, Chairman, Plaquemines Parish Economic Development Board, Member of the Board of Directors of the New Orleans Metropolitan YMCA, Chairman, Building Committee for Buras YMCA, Member, Board of Directors of Louisiana Levee Board Association, Member, South Plaquemines Rotary Club, Member, Plaquemines Parish Orange Festival Committee, Delegate to 1980 Republican National Convention in Detroit, Treasurer, Empire South Pass Tarpon Rodeo, member, Louisiana Sheriff 's Association, National Sheriff 's Association, Louisiana Peace Officers Association, International Association of Chiefs of Police, Trustee of Fraternal Order of Police Lodge #27, reigned as 2000 King of Plaquemines Parish Orange Festival and 2004 Grand Marshall, Downtown Irish Parade, founding member in the reorganization of the Krewe of Alla in 1997 as the Golden Gryphon Society, member for many years of the Krewe of Bacchus, and current member of the Mystic Krewe of Hermes. Jiff loved Plaquemines Parish, he loved the people, he loved the history, he loved the culture of the parish. He was honored to lead the incredibly dedicated men and women of the Plaquemines Parish Sheriff 's Office for two decades, years that were filled with keeping Plaquemines safe, planning Couchon D'Laits, and the devastation of Hurricane Katrina and the years of recovery that followed. Th eir hard work inspired him, their friendship lifted him, they were family to him. Jiff was a strong and calming presence to everyone who knew him. It was a trait that helped him weather his own public storm with grace and humbleness and a deep gratefulness to the many friends who showed him love and support and kindness. He spent the last few years of his life doing the things that made him happiest, working at the local Marina that had been in his family for many years, making lifetime memories with his cherished grandchildren, and enjoying weekly visits to Venezia's with a treat at Brocato's afterward, the Perfect Day. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend funeral mass at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church, 8968 Hwy 23, Belle Chasse, LA on Tuesday, January 16, 2018 at 12 p.m (Noon). Visitation will be held at the church from 9 a.m. to Noon. Interment: Westlawn Memorial Park Cemetery. Th e family is especially grateful to Dr. Ellen Zakris and Dr. Salvador Caputto at Touro Hospital for their care and guidance the past seven weeks and to the doctors and nurses at MD Anderson for their unwavering eff orts. We were blessed to be in their hands. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in his memory to the Archdiocese of New Orleans - God's Special Children Ministry, c/o Peter Quirk, 1000 Howard Avenue, Suite 800, New Orleans, LA 70113. Family and friends may view and sign the online guest book at www.mothefunerals.com

Patricia Ann DeMolle Buie departed this life on Th ursday, January 4, 2018 at North Oaks Medical Center in Hammond, LA at the age of 71. She was a lifelong resident of Empire, LA. until relocating to Hammond in the wake of Hurricane Katrina. Daughter of the late Dennis Encalade and Oliva DeMolle Mitchell. Wife of the late James Buie Jr. Devoted companion of Th omas Leon Hudnall. Beloved mother of Frances (Dwayne) Anderson, Trenese (Alex) George, Brian (Leslie) Buie, Corey (Mandy) Buie, and the late James (late Tracy) Buie III and Evangeline Buie. Sister of Adam (Gail) Encalade, Calvin (Earline) Encalade, Laverne (Harold) Jones, Nellie Ann (James) Perkins, Cheryl (Joe) Grey, Barbara (Joseph) Brown, Mary Raye, Edward (Augerinne) Encalade and the late Felix (Emelda) Encalade and Clem Mitchell. Deceased is also survived by a host grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and devoted friends both in Empire and Hammond. Relatives and friends of the family attended visitation and the mass of Christian burial on Wednesday, January 10, 2018 at St. Patrick Catholic in Port Sulphur, LA. Father Gerald Stapleton celebrated the mass. Entombment followed at Our Lady of Good Harbor Cemetery in Buras, LA. For online condolences and to sign guestbook, visit www.robinsonfamilyfuneralhome.com

Chermaine Black entered eternal rest on Saturday, January 6,2018 at West Jefferson Medical Center at the age of 64. A lifelong resident of Belle Chasse(Naomi), LA. Daughter of the late Jake Black Sr. and Mabel Sparks Black. Beloved mother of David (Karen) Black, Daniel (Eve) Black, Alefia (Christopher) Howard, Trinithy (Nikkell) Black. Proud grandmother of Dwight, Dillon Brooks, Jaden, Danielle, Kylie Black, Erika Holmes, Christopher Howard Jr. Beloved sister of Grace Black, Gary Black, Walter (Shelia) Black Sr. and the late Charlan Ann Black and Jake Black Jr. Relatives and friends of the family, also Pastors, Officers and members of St. Paul Baptist Church and neighboring churches, employees of Metropolitan Development Center, Field Wood Engineer, Quest Diagnostics, Red Hawk Fire and Security, MacArthur Primary Care, Methodist Lebonheur Healthcare, Cameron Valve, Plaquemines Parish Government, Chevron, DaVita, Waldenburg, Delaware North, Express Scripts attended visitation and funeral services on Saturday, January 13, 2018 at St. Paul Baptist in Ironton, LA. Pastor Hayward Johnson Jr. officiated. Interment: Bayhi Cemetery in Belle Chasse, LA. Please visit www.robinsonfamilyfuneralhome.com to sign online guestbook.

Rufin “Kung Fu” Alexis passed away on January 8, 2018 at the age of 63 years. Beloved husband of Josephine Garrett Alexis. Loving father of Lynn James (Tony), Harold Dove (Paula), Chuck Dove (Kimberly), John Dove (Lisa), Chris Spencer, Necolle Alexis (Quindell) and Chad Alexis (Kelly). Brother of Armond Dinet, Virginia Dinet, Bessie Dinet, Tony Dinet, Terry Alexis and Craig Alexis. Son of the late Annie Casbon Alexis and Charles Alexis Jr. Also survived by many loving grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Rufin was a lifelong resident of Port Sulphur, LA and a longtime member of Port Sulphur Baptist Church. He worked as a commercial oyster fisherman and always found time to spend with his loving family. He was a hardworking man, a devout Christian and set a firm example for others to follow. While his passing is sorrowful, his life and legacy will be celebrated. Relatives and friends of the family attended visitation followed by services at Port Sulphur Baptist Church in Port Sulphur, LA on Friday, January 12, 2018. To view and sign the online guestbook, please visit www.mothefunerals.com

Judy Ann Abadie passed away on Friday, January 5, 2018 at the age of 54. Beloved daughter of the late Audrey Boudoin Abadie and Charles Warren Abadie. Sister of Angelia Duplessis (Leon) and the late Dwan and Charles Abadie. Aunt of Robin and Warren Abadie. Special friend of Kathleen Lagarosse. She was a native of Port Sulphur, LA and a resident of Hammond, LA for the past 12 years. Relatives and friends of the family attended visitation and funeral mass in the chapel of Mothe Funeral Home in Harvey, LA on Monday, January 8, 2018. Interment: St. Patrick Cemetery, Port Sulphur, LA. Family and friends may view and sign the online guestbook at www.mothefunerals.com

Alton John “Cat” Avist Jr. departed this life on Tuesday, January 9, 2018 at the age of 60. Son of the late Alton John Avist Sr. and Edna Antoine Avist. Beloved Husband of Betty Turner. Devoted Father of Alton lll, Avron and Adarius Avist, Andre’ Winter and Keyrone White. Loving Brother of Bridgette Barthelemy and Gilda Morris. He is also survived by 8 grandchildren, a host of aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews’ other relatives and friends. Relatives and friends of the family attended a visitation and Mass of Christian Burial on Saturday, January 20, 2018 at St. Patrick Catholic Church at 28683 Highway 23, Port Sulphur, LA, where Father Gerald P. Stapleton officiated. Interment followed in Mount Zion Cemetery, Empire La. Arrangements entrusted to Robinson Family Funeral Home. Please visit www.robinsonfamilyfuneralhome.com to sign online guestbook.

Branden S. Boles, Sr. was called home to be with our lord and savior on Tuesday, January 2, 2018 at the age of 25. He was born on Friday, July 24, 1992 to Ms. Shenell D. Boles and Th erin Bennett in New Orleans, LA, and is the grandson of the late Cassandra D. Boles, Larry C. Smith, Melvin Hebert, Sr., Rose Marie & Walter Miller. Branden was a graduate of Frederick Douglas High School where he was the salutatorian of his graduating class. Branden was the proud father of Branden S. Boles, Jr. Branden loved life and he lived it to the fullest. He had a smile that would just melt your heart while making your day just a little brighter. His love will be forever missed. Branden leaves to cherish his legacy his twin Branden S. Boles, Jr.; his mother Shenell D. Boles; father Th erin Bennett; sisters Octavia Boles-Wilson (George), Lynntasha Davis (Monique), Chanel R. Boles (Keyrall), Th erinesha Honore (Ernest), and Stacey Marie Honore; brothers Robert W. Boles (Cherric) and Therin Lambero; his nephews Keyrall Boles, Machi and Malachi Watler and niece Ryann Davis; his loving aunts Sheretha Singleton and Demetrice Bennett-Parker (Reedell); uncles Keith Bennett (Melissa), Ronnie Sylvester of Denver, Colorado and Bryant Stripling of Baton Rouge, Louisiana; his devoted friend and mother of his only son Frandicca Lewis; and a host of other relatives, family & friends. Branden is preceded in death by his grandparents Cassandra D. Boles, Larry C. Smith, Melvin Hebert, Sr., Rose Marie; and best friend Wendell Allen. Funeral services were held on Friday, January 12, 2018 at Pilgrim Rest Baptist Church 2428 Flood Street, New Orleans, LA. Interment Holt Cemetery. Funeral planning entrusted to Robinson Family Funeral Home. Please visit www.robinsonfamilyfuneralhome.com to sign online guestbook.

Jo-Ann Hooper passed away on January 16, 2018 after a year long battle with cancer. She is survived by her loving and supportive husband Lawrence “Captain Hoop” Hooper of Empire, LA and her three children Candyce English of Hickory, KY, Kelly Kobrock of Eagle Lake, TX, and James Hresko of Metropolis, IL, and her two step-children Kelly Fecteau and Tammy LeBelle of Connecticut. She is also survived by two foster children Rosemary Darnell of Narvarre, FL, and Janelle Provino of Lake Worth, FL. She also has 11 grandchildren Stormy Burkhart of Murray, KY, Montana Brooks and Daniel English of Hickory, KY, Dakota Copeland and Mary “Michelle” English of Eagle Lake, TX, Austin Hresko of Louisville, KY, Mahailee Jo Parker of Metropolis, IL, Destiney Chesher of Pensacola, FL, Ally and Amanda Fecteau and Quinn LeBelle of Connecticut. She has 5 great-grandchildren Kyra English, Brooke and Abigail Smith, Dre’vaughn Burkhart and Landon Hardison. She’s preceded in death by her parents Bettye-Jo and James Martin, and Joseph Benvenuto, two brothers, George Martino and James Martin, and a sister, Barbara Rabis. She has several sisters and a brother who reside in Connecticut. Services were held on Saturday, January 20th at Trinity United Methodist Church in Buras, LA. Funeral planning entrusted to Robinson Family Funeral Home. Please visit www.robinsonfamilyfuneralhome.com to sign online guestbook.

Shirley Boutte Bernard departed this life on Tuesday, January 9, 2018 at her home in Avondale, LA, at the age of 78. Daughter of the late Agnes Milton and Claude Boutte. Wife of the late Roger Bernard Jr. Devoted mother of Pattie Levine. Sister of Audrey (Walter) Robinson. Godmother of Patrick (Tiese) Blazio and Brittany (Erik) Huntsberry. Aunt of Ronald (Colette) Th ibeaux, Stephanie (Lawrence) Brannon, Terry (Shelia) and Michael (Carla) Matthews. Deceased also survived by a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and devoted friends. Relatives and friends of the family attended the visitation and Memorial Mass of Christian Burial on Saturday, January 13, 2018 at St. Joseph the Worker Catholic Church located at 455 Ames Blvd. Marrero, LA 70072. Father Eugene Jacques will celebrated the mass. The Bernard Family would like to give special thanks to Hearth of Hospice and the many friends and church members who assisted them in caring for Mrs. Bernard. Funeral planning entrusted to Robinson Family Funeral Home. Please visit www.robinsonfamilyfuneralhome.com to sign online guestbook.

Beryl Falgout Ferranto of Slidell, LA, and formerly of Pointe-a-la-Hache, LA, passed away on Friday, January 12, 2018 at the age of 82. After much suffering, in her last days, she was ready to meet her Lord and Savior. A native of Pointe-a-la-Hache, LA, she was a retired Deputy Sherriff for Plaquemines Parish Sherriffs Department where she worked along side her husband for over 20 years. Beryl was preceded in death by her parents, Elfay and Josie Falgout; and her loving husband of over fifty years, Ralph S. Ferranto. She is survived by three sons: Scottie Max Vinson Jr., Terry Elfay Vinson, Sandy James Vinson (Jeonglim); daughter: Christy V. Lyons and husband Michael; six grandchildren: Brandon, Jessica, Michael-Scott, and Zachary Vinson, Drew and Dustin Lyons; four great-grandchildren: Kayden Vinson, Kelsey Kokinos, Colton Vinson, Chase Vinson; one sister: Brenda Gurley of Mandeville, LA; one brother: Barry Falgout (Janet) of Belle Chasse, LA; and a host of nieces and nephews. A Funeral Mass was held at St. Margaret Mary Catholic Church, 1050 Robert Blvd, Slidell LA 70458, on Thursday, January 18, 2018. Burial was held in Southeast Louisiana Veterans Cemetery. The family would like to thank the nurses, staff and doctors of Ochsner Hospital for the care given their mother during her recent hospital stay. Special thanks to Dr. Michael Casey, Matthew Bassett, P.A., Zane Kirby, P.A. and staff of Northshore Family Medical for years of care and compassion. Much gratitude is extended to the Summerfield Retirement Community of Slidell, LA for four years of joy and happiness in the place she called home. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to St. Jude Childrens Research Hospital online, or to 262 Danny Th omas Place, Memphis TN 38105.