Hilda Miller Williams entered into eternal rest on Thursday, June 28, 2018 at the age of 82. She was born on September 21, 1935 to the late August, Sr. and Eliza Etienne Miller. She was the seventh of ten children. Hilda was a 1954 graduate of English Turn School. She later attended Dillard University and Xavier University. She retired from the Metropolitan Developmental Center, where she worked as a Resident Training Specialist. During her time there, she cared for and built lasting relationships with individuals dealing with intellectual disability. She was the devoted wife of the late Vincent Paul Williams. To this union, Stacey Tranelle & Elizbeth Ann Williams were born. She was the proud grandmother of Taelor Elizabeth & Paiton Leigh Young, Seth William Reddick and Noah Troy Fiffie. She was the stepmother of Rose Marie (Clarence) Griffin, Susan (Dave) Simon, Peggy (Vernon) Williams, Marlena (Eddie) Cowart and the late Helen (Gerald) Griffin, Kerry Williams and Carolyn (Lawrence) Encalade. She was the godmother of Ricky Turner, Marvin Miller, Gerald Riley, and Patricia Miller Pickens. She was a lifelong resident of Phoenix, La., and member of St. Joseph Baptist Church. She was baptized at St. Joseph Baptist church by her uncle, the late Rev. John Miller. She served in the choir since she was a very young child even before being baptized. She was the Adult Sunday School teacher at St. Joseph for many years. She had a true love and dedication for Christ and living as a Christian woman. She shared these values with everyone she came in contact with. She was a true warrior for Christ. She is preceded in death by her loving husband, her parents, her siblings, the late August Jr., Clovis, Willis, Freddie, Frank, Leonard, Jeannetta, Ellen Miller and Geraldine Riley. She leaves to cherish her memory, her daughters, grandchildren, one sister in law, Authorine Miller, and devoted nieces and nephews. Relatives and friends of the family attended a visitation and funeral service at St. Joseph Baptist Church on Saturday, July 7, 2018. Interment: St. Joseph Baptist Church Cemetery. Arrangements by D.W. Rhodes Funeral Home. The family would like to thank everyone for their kind words and support during this hard time. Special thanks to the staff of Tulane Hospital and Clinics, Dr. Elizabeth Bowles, and the Heart of Hospice and Passages Hospice House staffs for the excellent care that was provided. Please visit www.rhodesfuneral.com to sign the online guestbook.

Lorrie Anne Waddle died on Monday, June 13, 2016 at the age of 53. She was born September 18, 1962 in Port Sulphur, LA, to Iris Joyce and Charles Wayne Waddle Sr. She was a beloved mother of four beautiful children: Anthony Joseph, John Paul, Charles Ryan, and Stephanie Lynn Waddle. She is survived by her son Charles Waddle, sisters Joan Carol Wallace, Debbie Lynn Milstead, Gaynell Lavignette, and brother Jan Michael Waddle. Preceded in death by brother Charles Wayne Waddle Jr. and loving companion Willie Chrisco. In addition, she also had many grandchildren, nieces and nephews. Your life was made short, but you will forever be in our hearts.

Marlene Stumpf Richards passed away June 27, 2018 in Covington at the age of 80. She was born in New Orleans, LA on August 9, 1937 to Clifford and Alice Stumpf. In 1952, the Stumpf family moved to Venice, LA, where Stumpf’s IGA was born. The entire family at one time or another operated the well known area grocery until Hurricane Katrina devastated that area. At that time, Pontchatoula, LA, became her temporary home. Marlene is survived by her sons James (Shelta) Turnage and Kevin (Gina) Turnage of Lafayette; her daughter Denise (James) Massey of Waveland, MS. Also grandchildren Dennis, Kristen, Katherine, Eric, Meghan, Jordan, Gordon, and Matthew. Great-grandchildren, Anthony, Zaiden, Link, Gabriella, George, William and Nicholas. Step-grandchildren Lisa, Mamie, Carlos, David, Maria, Pamela, and James, Jackson, Hunter, Brice, Cole, Payton, Peyton, and Ian. Her brothers Clifford, Kenneth, Wayne and Rodney Stumpf and their spouses Bonnie, Lynn, and Becky and sister-in-law Mary Lynn. Stepdaughter Terri Richards and her family. Marlene is preceded in death by her parents; her husband of 48 years, George S. Richards; brother Dennis Stumpf, and sister-in-law Magie Stumpf. Friends and relatives attended the services on Friday, June 29, 2018 at Lake Lawn Metairie Funeral Home, 5100 Pontchartrain Blvd, New Orleans, LA. Interment followed at Lake Lawn Park Mausoleum. To view and sign the family guestbook please visit www.lakelawnmetairie.com.

Robert J. Leinhardt, Jr. passed away on Sunday, July 1, 2018 at the age of 73. Beloved husband of the late Kathleen Hopel Leinhardt for 42 years. Loving father of Julie Bourgeois (Paul) and Stephanie Bellow (Clayton). Son of the late Robert J. Leinhardt, Sr. and Tilda Tullier Leinhardt. Brother of Celeste Sisung (Walter) and Grace Roper. Grandpal of Grant and Claire Bourgeois, Camille and Christian Bellow. Also survived by nieces, Robin and Candice and nephews, Richie and Walt. He was a native of Belle Chasse, LA and a resident of Marrero, LA for 50 years. He loved his LSU Tigers, Green Bay Packers, Elvis, fi shing and most of all his family and friends. He never met a stranger. An entrepreneur, he had his own Insurance Company, Leinhardt Insurance Agency for 25 years. He was currently employed by Boudreaux Insurance Company. He will be forever remembered and loved by family and friends. Relatives and friends of the family celebrated Bob’s life in their favorite LSU attire, at Mothe Funeral Home, 7040 Lapalco Blvd., Marrero, LA on Friday, July 6, 2018. Interment in Westlawn Memorial Park Cemetery. Special thanks to the doctors, nurses and hemotology/oncology staff at Ochsner Hospital, Main Campus. In lieu of fl owers, donations to Benson Cancer Center is preferred. Family and friends may view and sign the online guest book at www.mothefunerals.com.

Brandy Sue Clark Fitzgerald was born August 30, 1973 and gained her angel wings on Th ursday, June 28, 2018 at the age of 44. She was a life-long resident of Plaquemines Parish. She is survived by her loving husband of 27 years, Steve T. Fitzgerald. She is the devoted and loving mother of Bret Fitzgerald, Alli Fitzgerald and Carson Fitzgerald. Brandy is the daughter of Joseph A. Clark, Jr. and the late Joyce Ellis Clark. She is the granddaughter of the late Isabelle “Ganny” Ellis. She is the sister of Michelle Clark Frickey, Mandy Fitzgerald (John), Joseph Clark (Kristen) and the late Christie Barrois. Brandy is the daughter in law of Larry and Wendy Fitzgerald and the sister in law of John Fitzgerald (Mandy) and Brian Fitzgerald (Angela). She is survived by 3 nieces, 8 nephews, 1 great nephew and many friends and family. Brandy never met a stranger and she loved to start up conversations. Her biggest passion in life was spending time with her children and her family and planning family gatherings. She was a stay-at-home mother who enjoyed decorating and making crafts in her spare time. Family and friends attended the visitation and funeral service at Mothe Funeral Home, 2100 Westbank Expressway, Harvey, LA on Monday, July 2, 2018. Interment was in Westlawn Memorial Park Cemetery, Gretna, LA. Family and friends may off er condolences at www.mothefunerals.com.

On July 1, 2018, Abbie Ann Cathcart Adam departed Earth to attain eternal rest, surrounded by family at her home in Madisonville, LA at the age of 87. She was born on April 13, 1931 in New Orleans, LA to the late Bernard Cathcart and Eva Mae Armstrong Cathcart. Abbie Ann was the wife of the late Raymond William Adam and was preceded in death by her siblings Roy Leslie Cathcart, Bernard Michel Cathcart, and Eva Mae Cathcart Stephenson. She is survived by her three children, William Adam, Abbie Adam Maldini, and Randy Adam (Vicky) and was the proud grandmother of Cori Cox Nelson, Rebekah Ann Cox, Christopher Adam, and Ashley Adam Guidry, and great-grandmother of Presli Cathcart Nelson, Benjamin Cox, Mimi Ann Guidry, Allie Grace Guidry, Jayce Chatellier, and Ellie Adam. Mrs. Adam was an active member of her community and served as president of the Madisonville Garden Club for eight years, The Women’s Propeller Club Port of Orleans for 3 years, Northlake Republican Women’s Club for 3 years, the Petroleum Women’s Club for three years, and was a member of the Homemakers Club and the Fleet Reserve Association. For over 25 years, she served as a board member for the Cancer Association of Greater New Orleans. She was also instrumental in forming the Krewe of Tchefuncte Ball in Madisonville. In her spare time, she enjoyed genealogy and published a book, “”Crossing the Bar””, which depicted life in Pilot Town, LA and Plaquemines Parish. The family wishes to extend a heartfelt appreciation to Notre Dame Hospice and Mrs. Adam’s sitters, Charlotte Bigner Edwards and Ada Batiste. Relatives and friends attended the visitation and funeral service at E.J. Fielding Funeral Home, 2260 W. 21st Avenue, Covington, LA 70433 on Monday, July 9, 2018. Interment followed the service at Pinecrest Memorial Gardens Mausoleum, Covington, LA. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Cancer Association of Greater New Orleans, www.cagno.org, or the St. Francis Animal Sanctuary, www.sfas.strikingly.com. Please Share a Memory on the Tribute Wall at www.ejfi eldingfh.com

Ernest “Chris” Lightell, departed this life on Tuesday July 10, 2018 at West Jefferson Hospital in Marrero LA at the age of 53. He was a native of Ironton La. Son of the late Leonard Lightell Sr. and Amanda Verna Trufant Lightell. Former husband of Holly Lightell. Beloved brother of Leonard (Marcia) Lightell, Linda (Joseph R.) Glenn, Darryl Lightell, Carl Lightell, Rochelle (John) Hightower and Inez (Jessie) Johnson. Nephew of Melvin Smith, Fernand (Hannah) Trufant, Marie Jackson, Virginia Trufant, Eugene (Gayle) Trufant, Nathan (Michelle) Trufant and Shirley Jason. He also had a special bond with his nephew Leonard (Tiger) Lightell III, friends Ronell Brooks, Spencer Fay Gray and Brandon Mitchell. Deceased also survived by a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and devoted friends. Relatives and friends of the family, staff of Joellen Smith Convalescent Living Center, The Light House For The Blind, Davita Dialysis Center (Berhman Hwy), and Morning Star Missionary Baptist Church of Marrero LA, Pastor Thomas J. Brown Jr. and all neighboring churches attended the visitation and funeral service on Saturday July 14, 2018 at the St Paul Missionary Baptist Church, located at 133 Bradish St., Ironton, LA. Pastor Haywood Johnson Jr. officiated. Entombment follow in Ironton Cemetery. For online condolences please visit www.Robinsonfamilyfuneralhome.com

Kim Francis Schneider passed away on July 9, 2018. Beloved husband of Rebecca Slifkin-Schneider. Former husband of the late Gayle Catorie Schneider. Stepfather of Micah Coleman, Ari Coleman (Krista), Abigail Coleman, Sean Harrigan (Desiree), and Ryan Harrigan (Kimby). Step-grandfather of Silas Coleman, Abigail Harrigan, Aurora Harrigan, Colton Harrigan, and one expected grandchild. Son of the late Robert E. Lee Marius Schneider and Vivian Joyce Adair Schneider. Brother of Alvin Schneider II, Cody Schneider, Timothy Schneider, Lori S. Ostrander, Roy Schneider (Jan), Stacey Schneider, and Tracey S. Landry (Stephen). Uncle of Ronald Ostrander, Christopher Ostrander, Lindsey Roberts (Jason), John Ostrander, Brandon Ostrander, Brittney Schneider, Vivian Schneider, Erik Landry, Amanda Landry, Stacey McCulloch, and the late Jason Ostrander. Great-uncle of Abigail, Ava, Aaliyah, Christopher Jr., Adalynn, Alysseah, Jason Jr., Braydn, Rachel, and Ryan. Kim was born in the Ninth Ward of New Orleans, raised in Terrytown, LA, and resided in Abita Springs, LA. He graduated from West Jefferson High School and joined the United States Air Force. There he completed technical school, and he was proud to have tested guidance and control systems for the space shuttle program as part of his training. His career included employment as a computer programmer with companies such as Belle Chasse State School, Charity Hospital of New Orleans, and then retired from the United States Department of Agriculture at National Finance Center. He will always be remembered for his longtime love of Cajun dancing and music, and he will be deeply missed by all. Relatives and Friends of the Family attended the visitation and funeral mass in the Chapel of Mothe Funeral Home, 2100 Westbank Expy, Harvey, LA on Monday, July 16, 2018. Interment Southeast Louisiana Veterans Cemetery, Slidell, LA. In lieu of flowers, please consider memorial donations to the American Cancer Society or charity of your choice. To view and sign the online guestbook visit www.mothefunerals.com

Merlin Casmir “Mad Dog” Encalade, departed this life on Monday July 2, 2018 at Our Lady Of The Lake Hospital in Baton Rouge LA at the age of 57. He was a native and lifelong resident of Davant La. Beloved son of Lillian “Killer” Narcisse Edwards and the late John V. Encalade. Stepson of Eugene “Jelly” Edwards. Beloved father of Aja Barthelemy (Josh) Mackey. Stepfather of Naja Barthelemy. Brother of Zachary Narcisse, Rosalind Narcisse, Marnita (Randy) Johnson, Shawn and Sharon Encalade. Deceased also survived by 2 aunts, 3 uncles, a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and devoted friends. Relatives and friends of the family attended the visitation and Mass of Christian Burial on Friday July 13, 2018 at St. Thomas Catholic Church located at 17605 Hwy 15 Pointe A La Hache, LA70082. Entombment followed in the church’s cemetery. For online condolences please visit www.robinsonfamilyfuneralhome.com

Allain Harvey Foster entered into eternal rest on Sunday, July 8, 2018 at Ochsner Foundation Hospital at the age of 65. She was a native of Pointe A La Hache, LA and a resident of Gretna, LA. Beloved wife of Emile Foster, Sr. Devoted mother of Tara P. Encalade, Raven T. Encalade, Joshua M. Foster, and Joseph R. Foster. Daughter of the late Livingston Harvey, Sr. and Alvertha Harvey. Sister of Morris Harvey, Leonard Harvey, and the late Walter Harvey, Livingston Harvey, Jr., and Imelda Williamson, also survived by 4 grandchildren, and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends. Relatives and friend of the family, also pastors, officers, and members of Bethlehem Judea African Baptist Church, and Life Center Full Gospel Baptist Cathedral and all neighboring churches; employees of Wal-Mart are invited of attend the funeral service at Bethlehem Judea African Baptist 19622 Highway 15 Pointe A La Hache, LA on Saturday, July 14, 2018 at 11:00a.m. Pastor Brandon Cross officiating. Visitation will begin at 9:00a.m. until service time at the above named church. Interment: Bethlehem Cemetery-Pointe A La Hache, LA. Arrangements by Davis Mortuary Service 233 Monroe St. Gretna, LA. To view and sign the guestbook, please go to www.davismortuaryservice.com

Leanna LaFrance Griffin passed away at her home peacefully surrounded by her family on Wednesday, July 4, 2018 at the age of 82. Beloved wife of the late James Griffin Sr. for over 50 years. Loving mother of Margaret Encalade (Melvin Jones Sr.), Patricia Miller (the late Melvin Miller), Yvette Magee (George Magee III), Karen Carpenter (Glenn Carpenter) and the late James Griffin Jr. Daughter of the late Victor LaFrance and Luella Stokes LaFrance. Sister of Eva LaFrance, Leona Fite and the late Victor LaFrance Jr., Emile LaFrance, Larry LaFrance, Juanita Etienne and Rose Lewis. Sister-in-law of Antoinette LaFrance, Dorothy LaFrance, Ulysses Griffin, Leroy Griffin, Arthur Etienne, Ferdinand Espadron and the late Ada LaFrance, Dorothy MaeGriffin, Laureen Griffin, Alfred Griffin, Walter Griffin and Roger Griffin. Proud grandmother of Latrelle Encalade, Tramelia Jones, Yasha Miller Sr., Rajene Miller, Demond Magee, Isaiah Carpenter, Cassandra Griffin and Melissa Griffin. Godmother of Derrick LaFrance, Sharon Etienne, Wallace Picquet and Rosalie Bienemy. Also survived by many great grandchildren, nieces, nephews and friends. Leanna was born on October 12, 1935 in New Orleans, LA and was a longtime resident of St. Bernard Parish. She retired from Plaquemine Parish Government after over 20 years of dedicated service. Leanna was a devoted parishioner of Assumption of Our Lady Catholic Church in Braithwaithe, LA. She enjoyed sewing and spending time with her family. She had a big heart and was always willing to help those in need. She will be forever remembered as the life of the party and her mean gumbo. She will be deeply missed by her family and all of those whose lives she touched. Relatives, friends and parishioners of neighboring churches attended a visitation and funeral mass held at St. Bernard Memorial Funeral Home, 701 W. Virtue St., Chalmette, LA on Wednesday, July 11, 2018. She was laid to rest in St. Bernard Memorial Gardens. To view and sign the Family Guestbook, please visit www.stbernardmemorial.com

Herman Leroy “Shu-Shu” Riley departed this life peacefully on Monday, July 16, 2018, at West Jeff erson Hospital in Marrero, LA, surrounded by his loving family, at the age of 74. He was a native and lifelong resident of Port Sulphur, LA., until relocating to Marrero, LA, in the wake of Hurricane Katrina. He was also a retired Patrol Sergeant with the Plaquemines Parish Sheriff ’s Department with over 35 years of dedicated service. Son of the late Sidney and Gustavia Riley. Devoted husband of 51 years to Narnice Harvey Riley. Beloved father of Avery (Dwanna) Riley Sr., Aretha (Michael) Etienne and Celeste (Larry) Lafrance Jr. Stepson of Ella Riley. Brother of Bevelyn Williams, Reshell (Karey) Lambert and Renell Riley and the late Clark Sr., Jackie Sr. and Rodney Riley Sr. and Connie Ragas. Grandfather of Michael, Avery Jr., Maria, Royce, Autumn, Rayoni and Ashton. Great-grandfather of Gregory, Pe’Tyn and Reign. Godfather of Dallas DeVore, Carla Prout, Priscilla Gibson, Melissa Prout and Tara Pichon. Herman is also survived by a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, sisters and brothersin- law, other family and devoted friends. Relatives and friends of the family attended the visitation and mass of christian burial on Saturday, July 21, 2018, at St. Patrick Catholic Church located at 28683 Hwy. 23, Port Sulphur. Father Gerald Stapleton was the celebrant. Entombment followed in St. Patrick Cemetery and Mausoleum, also in Port Sulphur. The Riley Family also received guest for a visitation on Friday, July 20, 2018, at Robinson Family Funeral Home located at 9611 Hwy. 23, Belle Chasse, LA. For online condolences please visit www.robinsonfamilyfuneralhome.com.

Louis “Brim” Bradley, Sr. departed this life peacefully on Sunday, July 15, 2018, at his home in Oakville LA, surrounded by his loving family at the age of 93. He was a Native and lifelong resident of Oakville, La. Mr. Bradley was a retired production operator for Chevron U.S.A. with over 37 years of service. He was also a proud United States Army Veteran having fought in World War II. He was the recipient of the Purple Heart Medal, The Bronze Service Medal and in 2015 was awarded the French Legion Of Honor Medal. Son of the late Milton and Melvina McGinnis Bradley. Beloved husband of Mildred Sanders Bradley. Devoted father of Louis Bradley Jr., Melvina Bradley (Charles) Johnson, Mable Bradley (Calvin Sr.) Ogden, Gregory Bradley, Anthony Bradley, Eric Milton Bradley, Rosalind Bradley (Frank III) Smith, Glynda Bradley, Roland (Linda) Bradley, Byron Bradley Sr., Stephanie Bradley (Wendell) Watts and Ericka Bradley (Troy) Martin Brother of the late James Clarence Bradley Sr., Harold Bradley Sr. and Joseph Bradley. Deceased also survived by 33 grandchildren, 16 great-grandchildren, a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and devoted friends. Relatives and friends of the family attended the visitation and funeral service on Monday July 23, 2018, at the Oakville Missionary Baptist Church located at 100 West Oakville St, Oakville, LA 70037. Bishop Wilfret Johnson offi cated. Entombment followed in Oakville Cemetery in Oakville, LA. Th e Bradley Family also received guests for a visitation on Sunday, July 22, 2018, at Robinson Family Funeral Home located at 9611 Hwy. 23, Belle Chasse, LA. For online condolences please visit www. robinsonfamilyfuneralhome.com

Earl Baker, Sr. departed this life peacefully on Tuesday July 17, 2018 at Passages Hospice in New Orleans, LA at the age of 84. He was a native of Killona, LA, and a longtime resident of Avondale, LA. Mr. Baker was a retired longshoreman with over 40 years of service with ILA local 3000. Son of the late Nathaniel and Mary Collins Baker. Beloved husband of the late Ora Lee Ferchaud Baker. Devoted father of Earl Baker Jr., Andrea (Charlotte) Baker and Gurslyn Baker Sr. Brother of Leon Smith and Shirley Mae (Joe) Colts, and the late Pinkie Mae Ricks, Mary Patillio, Roy Smith and L.B. Smith. Deceased also survived by four grandchildren, six great grandchildren, a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and devoted friends. Services and interment for Mr. Baker will be privately held. For online condolences please visit www.robinsonfamilyfuneralhome.com

Angele Marie Williams departed this life on Tuesday, July 10, 2018, at her home in Violet, LA, at the age of 68. Daughter of the late Lawrence Duplessis and Elise Pierre. Beloved wife of Nelson Clarence Williams, Jr. Devoted mother of Martha Rogers, Janiero Baxter and Shermaine Barthelemy. Stepmother of Shannon Mackey and Nelson Williams III. Mother-in-law of Priscilla Rogers, Gilyia Baxter and Don Powell. Stepmotherin- law of Otis Mackey and Angela Williams. Sister of Harold (Brenda), Lloyd (Rosie Marie) and Larry (Carrie) Gusman and the late Charles Lafrance. Godmother of Kevin Smith, O’Herra Reddick and Jacoby Brown. Angele is also survived by 18 grandchildren, 10 great-grandchildren, a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and devoted friends. She was a retired assistant loan department manager for Mississippi River Bank. Relatives and friends of the family, Pastor, offi cers, and members of Bethlehem Baptist Church of Braithwaite, LA, Bethlehem African Judea Baptist Church of Point-Ala-Hache, La, and all neighboring churches of Plaquemines and St. Bernard Parishes, employees of Mississippi River Bank, Regions Bank, Plaquemines Parish Sheriff ’s Department, Point-a-la-Hache Volunteer Fire Department, Cannon Hospice and Phoenix High School attended the visitation and Celebration of Life services on Saturday July 21, 2018, at the Bethlehem Missionary Baptist Church located at 111 Bethlehem Lane, Braithwaite, where Dr. Michael Wade Jiles Sr. offi cated. Entombment followed in Bethlehem Cemetery in Braithwaite, La. For online condolence please visit www.Robinsonfamilyfuneralhome.com.

Ronald Joseph Haynes was born on July 31, 1946 and passed away on Sunday, July 15, 2018 at the age of 71. Beloved husband of 41 years to Jarvia Wilson Haynes. Son of the late Priscilla Marshall Haynes and Alvin Haynes, Sr. Father of Donovan Keith Haynes (Chanda) and Brandon Demetrius Haynes (Jennifer). Brother of Terrell William Haynes, Pamela Haynes Wheeler and the late Alvin Haynes, Jr. Brother-in-law of Valralyn Haynes. Also survived by grandchildren, Tyler Charles, Taylor Clark Haynes and McKenna Madison Haynes and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and other relatives and friends. Ronald graduated from L. B. Landry Sr. High School in 1964, then went on to pursue a Bachelor of Arts degree in Elementary Education from Southern University (Baton Rouge) in 1971. He was a retired Teacher in Orleans Parish School Board and retired from the Metropolitan Development Center, Belle Chasse State School. He was a member of St. John Institutional Missionary Baptist Church, member of Usher Board #1, member Sunday School and of the United Teachers of New Orleans (UTNO). Relatives and friends of the family, also Pastor, Oἀ  cers and Members of St. John Institutional Missionary Baptist Church attended the visitation on Saturday, July 21, 2018 at St. John Institutional Missionary Baptist Church, 2538 Jackson Ave., New Orleans, LA, where funeral services followed afterward. Interment in Mount Olivet Cemetery. You may sign the guest book on www.gertrudegeddeswillis.com.

Melva Bailey departed this life on Th ursday, July 20, 2018 at St. Joseph’s Carpenters House at the age of 83. She was a life long resident of Oakville, LA. Daughter of the late Eulice Jr. and Bertha Bailey. Devoted mother of Lois (Byron) St. Cyr and Pamela (Joseph) Jones. Grandmother of Byron Jr., Bryant and Kimberly St. Cyr; step-grandmother of Tayla and Tia Jones. Great grandmother of Jayla St. Cyr-Th ompson and Paige Swain. Aunt of Tyrone (Deserae) Bailey and Tracey (Daphine) Bailey. Sister of Margaret Pierre, the late James, Eulice Jr. and Kenneth Bailey and sister-in-law Marva Ann Bailey. Deceased is also survived by a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Relatives and friends of the family, Pastors and Officers of Greater St. Peter Missionary Baptist Church, Oakville Missionary Baptist Church, all neighboring churches and former employees of Metropolitan Developmental Center attended the visitation and Celebration of Life for Melva Bailey on Saturday, July 28, 2018 at Greater St. Peter Missionary Baptist Church 182 W. St. Peter Street Belle Chasse, LA 70037, where Rev. Dr. Darnell Smith Sr. officiated. Internment in Oakville Cemetery. Please visit www.robinsonfamilyfuneralhome.com to sign online guestbook.

Audrey Buford Ballay passed away peacefully, surrounded by family, in her Woodlands, Texas home, on the morning of July 10, 2018 at the age of 95. Born in Gretna, Louisiana on January 24, 1923, Audrey was the older of two children born to Olive and Ulysses Buford. She met August Ballay while working at the Ammunition Depot in Belle Chasse, LA. They were married on January 18, 1945 in Boca Raton, FL, where August was stationed at the end of the second World War. They lovingly raised five sons in Port Sulphur, LA, before moving to New Orleans in 1975. After the death of her husband in 1976, Audrey endured and flourished independently until the end of her life. For the past 21 years, she has lived in The Woodlands, TX. She was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother and greatgrandmother. She loved to cook, garden and was an avid bridge player. Audrey was preceded in death by her husband and their son, Randall. Audrey is survived by her sons Gordon (Betty), Ken (Lisa), John (Lyn) and Thomas (Beth). She is also survived by ten grandchildren, Barrett (Stacy), Andrew (Whitney) and Mat (Keeley); Kathryn; Patrick (Caryn) and Allison Donnelly (Tucker); John August (Lynze), Christopher (Kelly), Tyler and Claire; she is also survived by nine great-grandchildren. Visitation will be at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church, Belle Chasse, LA on Saturday, August 18 at 9 a.m. followed by a Funeral Mass at 11 a.m. Audrey will be laid to rest alongside her husband in McDonoghville Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Rose of Texas Hospice, 1610 Woodstead Court, Suite 395, The Woodlands, Texas 77380.

Joyce Gaudet Bucher, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, July 11, 2018 at the age of 90. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband of 65 years, Alex Bucher Sr.; her parents, Cecile and Sidney Gaudet; her siblings, Sidney Gaudet Jr. and Milton Gaudet. She is the loving mother of Cathy Telford (John), Sue Wolverton (Woody), Betty Dimiterchik (Mike), Pat Bucher (Karen), Alex Bucher Jr. (Dale), and Steve Bucher (Tammy). She is the devoted grandmother of John Telford Jr. (Cori), Lori Voisin (Brent), Becky Williams (Cory), Jeff rey Telford (Melanie), Jason Rutter, Jessica Ross (Mike), Jenny Dorsett (Aaron), Sandy Dimiterchik, Michael Dimiterchik Jr. (Lindsey), Patrick Bucher Jr., Amanda Betancourt (Carlos), Alex Bucher III, Brad Bucher (Emily), Chelsea Bucher, and Candice Bucher. She is the devoted great grandmother of Anna Catherine Voisin, Madeline Telford, Alyce Voisin, Claire Telford, Caroline Telford, Zoe Williams, Alexander Telford, Asher Williams, Parker Ross, Nathan Ross, Corinne Dorsett, Alyssa Dorsett, Sean Dorsett, Henry Dimiterchik, Jack Dimiterchik, Addison Betancourt, Andrew Betancourt, Evan Bucher, Adam Bucher, Austin Bucher, and Abigail Bucher. She is the loving sister of Cecile Herfarth, and Marie Anne Wheelahan. She is also survived by numerous nieces, nephews, other family and friends. An avid gardener, Maw Maw was an excellent cook who enjoyed painting and needlework. Forever passionate about her family, she was meticulous about keeping up with each of her relatives’ birthdays, always sending cards. She will be forever remembered and deeply missed by all who knew and loved her. Relatives and friends attended a visitation on Monday, July 16, 2018 followed by a Funeral Mass at Mothe Funeral Home, 7040 Lapalco Blvd., Marrero, LA. Interment in Westlawn Memorial Park Cemetery, Gretna, LA. Family and friends may view and sign the online guestbook at www.mothefunerals.com.

Faye Ann Dufour passed away peacefully on Saturday, June 9, 2018, at the age of 69. Beloved daughter of the late Fadra Mayeux Dufour and Walter J. Dufour. Survived by sisters Janet Dufour Keller (Irvin) of Covington, and Joan Dufour Moore (Bruce) of Ft. Lauderdale, Fl. She is also survived by a niece, Sarah Moore Bowell (Josh) of Portland, Oregon; an aunt, Leonie (Deanie) Dufour LeBlanc, of Belle Chasse; and numerous cousins and friends. Faye was an avid reader, loved history, enjoyed re-enacting the Civil War, and loved animals, particularly cats. She enjoyed her life at Metairie Manor and made many wonderful friends there. Relatives and friends attended the Memorial Mass at the Carmelite Chapel, 73530 River Road, Covington, LA 70433, on Saturday, July 28, 2018, at 11 a.m. In lieu of flowers, donations to Catnip Foundation, at Big Sky Ranch, 15442 Jack Fork Road, Folsom, LA 70437, 985.276.0270, would be dear to her heart. Arrangements entrusted to the Neptune Society of New Orleans.