Mark Anthony ‘Benny Hill’ Detrion Sr., departed this life suddenly on Monday April 15, 2019 at Ochsner Hospital Westbank at the age of 52. He was a native and lifelong resident of Phoenix, LA. He was employed with the Plaquemines Parish Government’s Ferry Department as a deckhand on the Point-a-la-Hache Ferry for many years and also served in the United States Navy. Son of the late June Marie Detrion Williams. Devoted and loving father of Shaniece, Shanique and Mark Anthony Detrion III. Beloved brother of Royanna Davis and the late Roxanne Sino. Grandfather of Jai, Tyrell and Jewelz Barthelemy, Grid and Timothy Bartholomew. Grandson of the late Evelyn and Loius Detrion Sr. Great grandson of the late Sedonia and Enos Camel Sr. Former husband of Kimberly Williams. Nephew of Sedonia Detrion (Vernon) Augustus, Louis Jr. and Warren (Anna) Detrion. Great nephew of Pearl Hill, Ernest (Mabel), Alfred, and Mitchell Camel, and the late Olivia Page, Willie Brocks Jr. and Gertrude Turner. Godbrother of Darilyn (Larry) Turner. Uncle of Kyran, Jeremiah and Ava Marie Davis, Roxie Ann Sino and the late Denair Sino. Devoted friend of Lyndell Williams, Navon Narcisse and Greg Sino. He is also survived by a host of cousins, other relatives, devoted friends and co-workers. Relatives and friends of the family, employees of the Plaquemines Parish Ferry Department, pastor, officers and members of Zion Travelers Missionary Baptist Church of Phoenix, LA, and all neighboring churches and Phoenix High School attended the visitation and funeral service on Monday April 22, 2019 at Zion Travelers Missionary Baptist Church located at 12266 Hwy 15, Phoenix. Pastor Tyronne Edwards, M.Th., officiated. Entombment followed in St. Joseph Cemetery in Phoenix, LA. For online condolences please visit www.robinsonfamilyfuneralhome.com

Audrey Ann Turlich Guthrie passed away on April 14, 2019 in Columbia, MS at the age of 73. Audrey was a native of Empire, LA, and resident of Columbia, MS. After high school, she became a Postal Clerk in Empire, LA. Beloved wife of the late Cecil F. Guthrie. Audrey is the daughter of the late Miriam Johnson and Frederick Turlich. Mother of Jermey Guthrie, Penny Guthrie, and Myron Guthrie. Grandmother of Michelle Shepard, Jamie Dufour, Maranda Richards, and five great-grandchildren. Sister of Freda Tinsley, Celina Armstrong, Joy Daviet, Marion Turlich, Noel Turlich, Donald Turlich, the late Huey Turlich, the late Bert Turlich, the late Frederick Turlich, the late Clark J Turlich, and the late Herman Turlich. Also survived by a host of numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend her memorial on Thursday, April 25, 2019. Visitation will be held at St. Ann Church in Empire, LA, from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. Mass to follow at 11 a.m. Interment will take place at Nairn Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, please make memorial donations to the Arthritis Foundation or the Diabetic Foundation.

Hazel Hymel Laplace passed away peacefully on April 15, 2019 at the age of 82. Beloved wife of the late James “Jimmy” Laplace. Mother of Lydia Elliott (Jeff), Laurie Collet (David Sr.) and Brian Laplace. Grandmother of David P. Collet Jr., Kyle J. Collet, Nicole C. Tenorio (Arthur) and Jeffrey Elliott Jr. Great-grandmother of Caius and Lucan Tenorio. Sister of Edward Hymel, the late Bernice Jones, Ruby Pellegrin and Joe Hymel. Daughter of the late Felicia Gauthreaux Hymel and Myrtile Hymel. Also survived by other loving relatives and friends. In her younger years, Hazel was very active at Our Lady of Perpetual Help School in Belle Chasse. Whether it was substitute teaching, working in the cafeteria or helping out at the Church fair, she could always be found close to the school or Church. She was once active with the Westbank TOPS Club and along with her beloved Jimmy, Hazel was a member of the Happy Holiday Camp Club and Coast to Coast Camp Club. During her years, she touched the hearts and lives of so many and while her passing will be sorrowful, her life and legacy will be celebrated. In lieu of flowers, donations in her memory may be made to the Our Lady of Perpetual Help community. Relatives and friends of the family attended the visitation and funeral mass at Mothe Funeral Homes, 7040 Lapalco Blvd., Marrero, LA on Tuesday, April 23, 2019. Interment was private. For directions or to view and sign the online guest book, please visit: www.mothefunerals.com.

Helen Tesvich Skansi passed away peacefully on Saturday, April 13, 2019 at the age of 83. Beloved wife for 55 years of the late Nick L. Skansi. Mother of Nick A. Skansi (Sybil), David J. Skansi (Anne-Marie), and Lisa Skansi Pharis (George). Daughter of the late Angela “Babu” and John Simon Tesvich. Sister of Marie Franks (the late Zvonko). Grandmother of Elyse Skansi Jennings (Jack), Nick Pharis, Margaret “Meg” Skansi, John Pharis, and Samuel Skansi. Great grandmother of Jules Jennings. Aunt of Michael Franks, Jonette Franks, Sanja Skansi DeGarmo, and Tim Skansi. She devoted her life to her family and was a loving wife, mother, sister, grandmother and great grandmother. She was cherished by her family, friends and all whom she met. She was a proud member of the Croatian Community and a resident of Plaquemines Parish and New Orleans. Relatives and friends of the family attended the visitation and Funeral Mass in the chapel of Mothe Funeral Home, 2100 Westbank Expwy., Harvey, LA on Tuesday, April 16, 2019. Interment, Hope Mausoleum, 4841 Canal St. New Orleans, LA 70119. Family and friends may view and sign the online guest book at www.mothefunerals.com.

It is with great sadness that the family of Jean Dowling Thayer announce her passing from this life on March 23, 2019 at the age of 69. Her kindness, love, and laugh will be remembered and cherished by all who knew her. Her love of Christ was evident in her everyday life. She was an angel long before she left this world and graced our lives with joy. Jean was residing at 2750 Millerville Rd Apt 3108, Baton Rouge, Louisiana 70816. Jean was born on November 11, 1949 in Simsboro, Louisiana. She was a proud alumnus of Haughton High School, Northwestern State University, and Louisiana Tech University. After being a registered dietician in a hospital setting for several years, she taught food and nutrition courses at Ouachita Baptist University. After hurricane Katrina in 2005, she retired from Plaquemines Parish School Board as Director of School Food Service. Jean was preceded in death by her parents Dhu and Anne Dowling and brother Russell Lynn Dowling. Jean is survived by her adoring husband, Larry Frances Thayer, with whom she celebrated their 47th wedding anniversary on September 16, 2019. She is also survived by three daughters who miss her dearly: Laurie Thayer (Ernest Cline III) of Arcata, CA; Wendy Dolan (Michael) and their daughter Maeve of Baton Rouge, LA; and Jennie Beth Loyal of Gretna, LA. She is survived by three siblings: Sibyl Dowling Russell, Thomas Dhu Dowling, and Roy Wayne Dowling. A memorial service officiated by Pastor Don Hoy will be held Saturday, April 27, 2019 at 1 p.m. at Southside Baptist Church in Denham Springs, Louisiana. In lieu of flowers, please offer donations to the Greater Baton Rouge Food Bank at 10600 S Choctaw Drive, Baton Rouge, LA, 70815.

Kenneth Brady Frederick of Buras, LA. and a resident of Belle Chasse, LA. for the past 5 years passed away peacefully at his home on Monday April 15, 2019 at the age of 74. He is survived by his daughter Jeanie Marie Copeland; granddaughters Savanna Kay Gordon, Olivia Dianne Greenwell, Charla Navette Branham; his sisters Vickie Reddick (Terry), Janice Walker, Tammy Gilbert and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents Simon Bratis and Dolores Cognevich Frederick and sister Mary Marie Frederick. Kenneth was a member of the United States Army where he served as a truck driver. For the past 43 years he was a member of the Buras American Legion Post #193. Per Kenneth’s request, he has chosen to donate his body to science. In lieu of flowers, you may make donations to: Tulane Willed Body Program, Tulane School of Medicine, Office of Advancement, 1555 Poydras, Suite 100, New Orleans, LA 70111. A Memorial Mass was held at Our Lady of Perpetual Help, 8968 LA-23 Belle Chasse, LA. Monday April 22, 2019 and officiated by Monsignor Terry Becnel.

Thelma Hobbs Gross entered into eternal rest on Thursday, April 18, 2019 at the age of 75. She was a native of Donalsonville, GA and a resident of Marrero, LA. Thelma was a retired employee of Belle Chasse State School as a Residential Training Specialist. Beloved wife of the late Sylvan Gross, Sr. Devoted mother of Sylvan Gross, Jr., Aver Marie Gross, Jayda Simone Gross, Denita Gross (Jeffrey) Shanks, Duane Gross, and the late Micah Gross. Daughter of the late Earl and Bernice Hobbs, also survived by 3 grandchildren, and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends. Relatives and friends of the family also pastors, officers, and members of True Vine Baptist Church, and neighboring churches attended the Funeral Services at True Vine Baptist Church 249 Sala Ave. Westwego, LA on Saturday, April 27, 2019. Pastor Leander Johnson was the officiant. Visitation will begin at 8:00a.m. until service time at the above named church. Interment: Restlawn Park Cemetery-Avondale, LA. To view and sign the guestbook, please go to www.davismortuaryservice.com.

Joseph “Junior Boy” “Smoky” Thomas, Jr. departed this life on Thursday April 18, 2019 at West Jefferson Medical Center in Marrero, LA at the age of 80. He was a native of Phoenix La., and a resident of Marrero, LA. Son of the late Joseph Thomas Sr. and Tozy Bentley Thomas. Beloved father of Bridget Thomas Williams. Grandfather of Perrilynn Smith, Wendell Mack Jr., Charles Mack and Jasmine Gusman. Brother of Joanna Thomas and the late Clarence, Earl, James, Wilfred and Arthur Thomas, Susie Mae Williams and Gertrude Turner. He is also survived by several nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and devoted friends. Relatives and friends of the family attended the visitation and funeral service on Monday April 29, 2019 at St. Joseph Baptist Church located at 156 St. Joseph Lane, Phoenix LA. Pastor Nadel Cosse’ was the officiant. Entombment followed in St. Joseph Cemetery. For online condolences please visit www.robinsonfamilyfuneralhome.com

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Joyce Farac Kurtich passed away peacefully on April 20, 2019, surrounded by her family at the age of

70. She was born on April 24, 1948 in Port Sulphur, LA, to Matthew “Mato” Farac, Sr. and Beatrice Adolph Farac. A lifelong resident of Plaquemines Parish, Joyce was a graduate of Port Sulphur High School in 1966. She was married that same year to Edward “Eddie” Kurtich at St. Patrick’s Church in Port Sulphur. Joyce and Eddie owned and operated Eddie’s Food Mart, Inc. and Eddie’s Quality Oysters, Inc. They spent countless hours working together in their businesses and were blessed to have formed many close relationships in the community. Joyce enjoyed spending time with family and friends, especially from their Croatian heritage as members of the Croatian American Society. She was also very active throughout her life at St. Patrick’s Church, always helping to beautify the church and helping with the children’s activities in the parish. Joyce was known for her love and talent for arts and crafts. She was a licensed florist and enjoyed painting and ceramics. Later in life, nothing gave Joyce more pleasure than spending time with her family, especially her 7 grandchildren. They will miss their “Baba” but will cherish their memories of her, especially during Christmas and Easter. Joyce is preceded in death by her parents Matthew “Mato” Farac, Sr. and Beatrice Adolph Farac, and her brother, Matthew “MJ” Farac Jr. She is survived by her loving husband of 52 years, Edward “Eddie” Kurtich, her children Michael Kurtich, Gina Sternfels (Roland), and Michelle Baralt (Alex), her grandchildren: Alena, Roland, Viktorija, Ivan, Christian, Niko, and Luka. She had a nephew, nieces, and many cousins that will remember her generous spirit and miss her dearly. The Kurtich family would like to extend their gratitude to the staff at the Our Lady of Wisdom Health Care Center for their care. We would like to especially thank Maria De la Cruz and Sarah Massey for their years of service and devotion during her battle with Leukemia. 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 Tuesday, Wednesday 23 and Wednesday, April 24, 2019. Interment: Westlawn Memorial Park Cemetery, Gretna, LA. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Joyce’s name to St. Patrick’s Catholic Church, 28698 Hwy 23, Port Sulphur, LA 70083. To view and sign the online guestbook visit http://www.mothefunerals.com.

Marks Rodney “Doctor” Williams entered into eternal rest at his home on Sunday, April 14, 2019 at the age of 62. He was a native of Phoenix, LA. Son of the late Mark “Big Ike” and Emelda Simeon Williams. Loving father of Aisha Williams (Alexander) Duncan, Kayla Thomas, Tiffany Sylve, and Megan Williams (Princeton) Rawls. Beloved brother of Kathleen Williams (Vernon) Cornin, Bernadette Williams (Kelvin) Burton, Keenan (Genie) Williams and the late Sheila Williams Harvey. Grandfather of Tevin Barthelemy, Jeremy Black, Alexander Duncan III, Sha’Niya Demolle, Kialee Griffin, and Milan Rawls. Uncle of devoted nephews and nieces Shandon (Shonda) Williams, Jameila Williams (Gregory) Sino, Everette (Ebony) Harvey, Shandreka Cornin, Sondresha Harvey, Oren Harvey, Quianna Thompson, Ashley Williams and the late Trailon Harvey. He is also survived by two great-grandchildren and a host of aunts, uncles, cousins, other relatives and friends. Relatives, friends of the family and neighboring churches attended the funeral services on Saturday, April 20, 2019 at St John Missionary Baptist Church 136 St. John Lane Phoenix, LA 70040 at 11 am. Visitation will begin at 10am. Pastor Rommel E. Griffin Sr. was the officiant. Entombment: Cook Cemetery in Phoenix, LA. Please visit www.robinsonfamilyfuneralhome.com to sign online guestbook.

Thomas Peter Popich of Belle Chasse, Louisiana, loving husband, father and PaPa, passed in peace on April 12, 2019 at the age of 96. He is survived by his wife, Minnie Lee, of 65 years, children Susan (Larry) Burbine, Charles (Shamiya) Popich, Alan Popich, Angela Popich Perkins, Laura (Henry) Patron, and Julie Popich Wascom, 16 grandchildren, 12 great-grandchildren, sister Gloria Sketchler, sister-in-law Tommie Lou (the late Joseph) Popich and many loving nieces, nephews and extended family. He is preceded in death by his parents, John Nicholas and Annie Ragas Popich, brothers John and Joseph Popich, and sisters Annabelle O’Brien and Mary Mae Fazende. Thomas was born on October 19, 1922 and grew up in Buras, Louisiana with his parents and five siblings. He graduated from Buras High School and worked as an engine mechanic with Gulf Oil. Tom and his brother Joe each served four years as Staff Sergeants in the U.S. Army Air Corps during World War II. His distinguished service as an aircraft mechanic and supervisor included combat flight missions with the 374th Bombardment Squadron 308th Bombardment Group in which Allied supplies were airlifted across “The Hump”, the route crossing the Himalayan foothills into China. After the war, as a descendent of Croatian citrus farmers and oyster fishermen, Tom had a business of trucking oysters and oranges to New Orleans and was even briefly an ambulance driver. In 1946 at the young age of 24, Tom was chosen by Queen Gloria Cvitanovich (Mrs. Drago Batinich) to serve as the first King of the Plaquemines Parish Fair and Orange Festival. In 1958, Tom and Joe Popich founded Offshore Shipyard, a marine vessel repair and fabricating business, in Venice, Louisiana as well as Popich Brothers Water Transport, Inc., which successfully operated a large fleet of workboats and crewboats that serviced the oil and fishing industries for many decades. Other businesses included Popich Lands, Oyster Lands Leasing, Popich Brothers Superior Oysters and the Plaquemines Gazette. Thomas also served on the Board of Directors of Delta Bank and Trust. Thomas, Uncle Tom, PaPa, T-Tom, Moon, will be fondly remembered by family and friends as a devoted husband, loving father, proud grandfather and great-grandfather, self-made businessman, avid golfer and hunter, and distinguished World War II veteran. We would like to acknowledge all of the wonderful caregivers and staff at Our Lady of Wisdom for their loving support, comfort, and care of our Dad. A mass celebrating his life will be held at 11 AM on Wednesday, April 17, 2019 at Mothe Funeral Home, 2100 Westbank Expressway, Harvey with visitation from 9 to 11 AM. Interment will follow at Westlawn Memorial Park, 1225 Whitney Ave., Gretna, LA. In lieu of flowers, mass intentions may be made in his honor.

Lucrecia Maria Morales Salas was granted her angel wings on Tuesday, April 2, 2019 at the age of 97. She was born on April 1, 1922 in Granda, Nicaragua, and moved to New Orleans, LA at the age of 35. She became an American Citizen 64 years ago. She was a very spiritual woman and was very involved in her church’s activities. She will be truly missed by family, friends and everyone that knew her. Daughter of the late Francisco and Ermelinda Morales. Sister of Luisa Amanda Morales, Armando Morales and the late Juliana Morales, Vilma Morales, Raul Morales, Alonso Morales. Devoted aunt of Violeta Portobanco and Lucrecia Portobanco Pavon. Great aunt Susie Pavon, Lynda Munoz, Alicia Sosa. Great-Great aunt of Violeta Pavon, Plinio J. Pavon, Jayla Sosa, Mario Cortes, Lyn Marie Cortes and Romario Cortes. Great-Great-Great aunt Mayalee Pavon and Julian Pavon. She is also survived by several cousins, other relatives and devoted friends. Relatives and friends of the family attended the visitation and funeral services on Saturday, April 13, 2019 at Robinson Family Funeral Home, 9611 Hwy. 23 Belle Chasse, LA 70037. A Mass celebrated by Father Parmenio Flores of Christ the King Catholic Church also took place. Interment will be held in Granda, Nicaragua. Please visit www.robinsonfamilyfuneralhome.com to sign online guestbook.

The Honorable Judge Herbert Gene “Mr. Marvelous” Williams, Jr. passed away on his birthday, Monday, April 8, 2019, at the age of 89. He was born on April 8, 1930 to the late Herbert Wesley “Honey” and Emma Othello Summers Williams. He was the first born of seven children. Mr. Williams . He was a 1947 graduate of Gilbert Academy, graduating early. Mr. Williams was actively employed with the Plaquemines Parish School Board as a bus driver, where he loved and cherished the children he encountered daily. He was the first black to be elected Justice of the Peace in 1997 in District 1 - Ward 2 of Plaquemines Parish where he served faithfully until his death. He also served actively for 53 years as a Mason with Bethlehem Lodge #237 and held the treasurer position for over 50 years. He was also a member of the National Sorority of Phi Delta Kappa’s Anthropos. Mr. Williams was a retired Volunteer Fireman for Pointe-a-la-Hache, LA. He was a faithful deacon at both, Bethlehem Judea African and Bethlehem Baptist Churches in Plaquemines Parish and served as deacon at every church he visited. He was abundantly loved and touched every life he crossed with his love and words of encouragement, thus, earning him the name “Mr. Marvelous”. Mr. Williams will forever be remembered by his children, Yvonne Ben, Jacqueline Lafrance of Anna, TX, Byron, Sr. (Wyona), Vernon, Sr. (Peggy), Othella (Leary, Sr.) Hughes and Pamela (Rev. Dr. Michael) Jiles; daughter-in-law, Constance Williams; his companion, Anna Davis; nineteen grandchildren, thirty two great grandchildren and one great-great granddaughter; siblings, Juliette Johnson and Emma Henderson of Los Angeles, CA, Reginald (Jerolie) Williams of Edmond, OK and Antoine Duplessis, Sr.; sisters and brother-in-law: Delores Pinkney, Adrene Williams, Bonnie Cross and Charles Nicholson, Jr.; Godchildren, Leeonise Smith and Patricia Thomas, as well as a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Mr. Williams was welcomed into heaven by his parents, wife, Irma Ollie Cross Williams; father and mother-in-law, Joseph and Victoria Cross; son, Herbert Terry Williams; son-in-law, Clarence “CJ” Ben, Jr.; grandson, Wesley Ben, Sr.; siblings, Eula Nicholson, Vernon and Raymond Williams, Sr.; brothers and sisters-in-law, Carl Henderson, Joseph (Sedonia), Wilmer (Delores), Hicks (Verdell), Rev. Melvin Sr. (Octavia), Irvin and Yvonne Cross, Ezoria (Victor) and Ethel (Alfred) Encalade. Relatives and friends of the family; Pastor, Officers and members of Bethlehem Judea African, Bethlehem Baptist, and all neighboring Churches; Staff and Employees of Plaquemines Parish School Board, Justice of the Peace of Louisiana, Plaquemines Parish Government and Clerk of Court, St. Bernard Parish School Board, American Midstream and Conifer Health Solutions/LCMC attended the funeral and visitation. A Homegoing Service honoring Mr. Herbert Gene “Mr. Marvelous” Williams, Jr. was also held at Bethlehem Baptist Church, 111 Bethlehem Street, Dalcour, LA 70040 on Monday, April 15, 2019. Rev. Brandon Keith Cross, Sr. and Rev. Dr. Michael W. Jiles, Sr. were the officiants. Interment Bethlehem Baptist Church Cemetery, 19622 Hwy 15, Pointe-a-la-Hache, LA. Please visit guestbook@charbonnetfuneralhome.com to sign the guestbook.

On Tuesday April 9, 2019 Mr. Archie Augustus Sr. passed away peacefully at his home in New Orleans LA at the age of 87. He was born on February 28, 1932 in Phoenix LA to the late Henry and Josephine Williams Augustus. He was the husband of the late Audrey Williams Augustus. Beloved father of Archie Jr. (Stacey) and Carolyn “Cat” Augustus. Stepfather of Billy (Trinece) Dean, Willard (late Tammy) and Alfreda (Gary) LeBlanc. Brother of Mable B. Augustus and the late Henry, Julian, Joseph, Benjamin, Phillip, Josephine and Mary Augustus, Martha Riley, Dorothy Coleman and Jamie Smith. Grandfather of Kylan and Akia Barthelemy, Natacha (Teleo) Laury, Kendrick Williams, Akaila (Kenji) Green, Anya Augustus, Timothy (Denean) Brocks and Terione Brocks. He is also survived by 6 great grandchildren, several nieces, nephews, cousin, other relatives and devoted friends. Relatives and friends of the family, pastor, officers and members of St. Joseph Baptist Church and all neighboring churches attended the funeral service on Wednesday April 17, 2019 at St Joseph Baptist Church located at 156 St. Joseph Lane, Phoenix, LA. The visitation will begin at 9A.M. Pastor Nadel Cosse’ officiating. Entombment will follow in Cook Cemetery in Phoenix, LA. For online condolences please visit www.robinsonfamilyfuneralhome.com.

Thelma Hobbs Gross entered into eternal rest on Thursday, April 18, 2019 at the age of 75. She was a native of Donalsonville, GA and a resident of Marrero, LA. Thelma was a retired employee of Belle Chasse State School as a Residential Training Specialist. Beloved wife of the late Sylvan Gross, Sr. Devoted mother of Sylvan Gross, Jr., Aver Marie Gross, Jayda Simone Gross, Denita Gross (Jeffrey) Shanks, Duane Gross, and the late Micah Gross. Daughter of the late Earl and Bernice Hobbs, also survived by 3 grandchildren, and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends. Relatives and friends of the family also pastors, officers, and members of True Vine Baptist Church, and neighboring churches attended the Funeral Services at True Vine Baptist Church 249 Sala Ave. Westwego, LA on Saturday, April 27, 2019. Pastor Leander Johnson was the officiant. Visitation will begin at 8:00a.m. until service time at the above named church. Interment: Restlawn Park Cemetery-Avondale, LA. To view and sign the guestbook, please go to www.davismortuaryservice.com.

Joyce Farac Kurtich passed away peacefully on April 20, 2019, surrounded by her family at the age of

70. She was born on April 24, 1948 in Port Sulphur, LA, to Matthew “Mato” Farac, Sr. and Beatrice Adolph Farac. A lifelong resident of Plaquemines Parish, Joyce was a graduate of Port Sulphur High School in 1966. She was married that same year to Edward “Eddie” Kurtich at St. Patrick’s Church in Port Sulphur. Joyce and Eddie owned and operated Eddie’s Food Mart, Inc. and Eddie’s Quality Oysters, Inc. They spent countless hours working together in their businesses and were blessed to have formed many close relationships in the community. Joyce enjoyed spending time with family and friends, especially from their Croatian heritage as members of the Croatian American Society. She was also very active throughout her life at St. Patrick’s Church, always helping to beautify the church and helping with the children’s activities in the parish. Joyce was known for her love and talent for arts and crafts. She was a licensed florist and enjoyed painting and ceramics. Later in life, nothing gave Joyce more pleasure than spending time with her family, especially her 7 grandchildren. They will miss their “Baba” but will cherish their memories of her, especially during Christmas and Easter. Joyce is preceded in death by her parents Matthew “Mato” Farac, Sr. and Beatrice Adolph Farac, and her brother, Matthew “MJ” Farac Jr. She is survived by her loving husband of 52 years, Edward “Eddie” Kurtich, her children Michael Kurtich, Gina Sternfels (Roland), and Michelle Baralt (Alex), her grandchildren: Alena, Roland, Viktorija, Ivan, Christian, Niko, and Luka. She had a nephew, nieces, and many cousins that will remember her generous spirit and miss her dearly. The Kurtich family would like to extend their gratitude to the staff at the Our Lady of Wisdom Health Care Center for their care. We would like to especially thank Maria De la Cruz and Sarah Massey for their years of service and devotion during her battle with Leukemia. 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 Tuesday, Wednesday 23 and Wednesday, April 24, 2019. Interment: Westlawn Memorial Park Cemetery, Gretna, LA. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Joyce’s name to St. Patrick’s Catholic Church, 28698 Hwy 23, Port Sulphur, LA 70083. To view and sign the online guestbook visit http://www.mothefunerals.com.

Joseph “Junior Boy” “Smoky” Thomas, Jr. departed this life on Thursday April 18, 2019 at West Jefferson Medical Center in Marrero, LA at the age of 80. He was a native of Phoenix La., and a resident of Marrero, LA. Son of the late Joseph Thomas Sr. and Tozy Bentley Thomas. Beloved father of Bridget Thomas Williams. Grandfather of Perrilynn Smith, Wendell Mack Jr., Charles Mack and Jasmine Gusman. Brother of Joanna Thomas and the late Clarence, Earl, James, Wilfred and Arthur Thomas, Susie Mae Williams and Gertrude Turner. He is also survived by several nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and devoted friends. Relatives and friends of the family attended the visitation and funeral service on Monday April 29, 2019 at St. Joseph Baptist Church located at 156 St. Joseph Lane, Phoenix LA. Pastor Nadel Cosse’ was the officiant. Entombment followed in St. Joseph Cemetery. For online condolences please visit www.robinsonfamilyfuneralhome.com

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Marks Rodney “Doctor” Williams entered into eternal rest at his home on Sunday, April 14, 2019 at the age of 62. He was a native of Phoenix, LA. Son of the late Mark “Big Ike” and Emelda Simeon Williams. Loving father of Aisha Williams (Alexander) Duncan, Kayla Thomas, Tiffany Sylve, and Megan Williams (Princeton) Rawls. Beloved brother of Kathleen Williams (Vernon) Cornin, Bernadette Williams (Kelvin) Burton, Keenan (Genie) Williams and the late Sheila Williams Harvey. Grandfather of Tevin Barthelemy, Jeremy Black, Alexander Duncan III, Sha’Niya Demolle, Kialee Griffin, and Milan Rawls. Uncle of devoted nephews and nieces Shandon (Shonda) Williams, Jameila Williams (Gregory) Sino, Everette (Ebony) Harvey, Shandreka Cornin, Sondresha Harvey, Oren Harvey, Quianna Thompson, Ashley Williams and the late Trailon Harvey. He is also survived by two great-grandchildren and a host of aunts, uncles, cousins, other relatives and friends. Relatives, friends of the family and neighboring churches attended the funeral services on Saturday, April 20, 2019 at St John Missionary Baptist Church 136 St. John Lane Phoenix, LA 70040 at 11 am. Visitation will begin at 10am. Pastor Rommel E. Griffin Sr. was the officiant. Entombment: Cook Cemetery in Phoenix, LA. Please visit www.robinsonfamilyfuneralhome.com to sign online guestbook.

It is with great sadness that the family of Michael John Arendt announces his passing at the age of 56. Michael was born January 19, 1963 and passed away April 26, 2019 in the comfort of his own home. Michael was born and raised in Belle Chasse, LA where he has made a life and many friends. He was a die-hard Tulane and Saints fan and loved shooting pool, watching wrestling all while he had his coke and dip. Michael was an amazing father and an even more amazing grandfather. His happiest moments were always with the people he loved, but when the grandkids came around the world didn’t matter to him. Michael is survived by his three children Michael Keith Arendt (Erica), Tabatha Arendt Page (Matthew), and Justin Paul Arendt. Grandfather of Kendall Franklin Arendt and Evie Yvonne Page. Brother of Kathleen Marie Arendt, Keith “Knuckle” Arendt, Jade Wade, and the late Marie Arendt. Son of the late John Michael Arendt and Dorothy Marie Leonard Arendt. Age 56 years and a lifelong resident of Belle Chasse, LA. Relatives and Friends of the Family attended the visitation and funeral service in the Parlor of Mothe Funeral Home, 2100 Westbank Expy, Harvey, LA on Saturday, May 4, 2019. Interment: Our Lady of Perpetual Help Cemetery, Belle Chasse, LA. To view and sign the online guestbook visit Mothe Funeral Home.

Evelyn Korach Gremillion went home to glory on April 26, 2019, at the age of 84. Evelyn was born on October 28, 1934, in Pointe-a-la-Hache, to the late John and Marguerite Jurjevich Korach. A lifelong New Orleanian, Evelyn attended Loyola University and married George Pratt Gremillion in 1956. It was love at first sight, and they welcomed four children before his sudden death in 1964. Evelyn never remarried, but dedicated her life to raising their children in the manner they had planned. She worked for Exchange Oil & Gas for thirty-three years as a Royalty Sales Analyst and concluded her working career with the philanthropic arm of Boo-Ker Oil & Gas. Evelyn loved reading, gardening, classical music, and the opera. However, her primary focus was always her children and family. She was endlessly patient, kind, and compassionate, and led by example, giving of herself to all with whom she came in contact. Evelyn was a great listener, and her quiet nature and open heart bred trust. Family, friends, and caregivers flocked to her for comfort, advice, and a soft shoulder to cry on. Evelyn’s ministry was service to all, and she touched countless lives, no matter how briefly they crossed her path. Evelyn’s greatest accomplishment was raising four children as a single parent, giving them the best life possible and fostering their faith in Christ and bond with each other. Evelyn is survived by her beloved brother, Warren Korach (Jane), her children, Lisa LeBourgeois (Larry), Peggy Gremillion, David Gremillion (Alita), and Georgann (Annie) Landry (Marty); her precious grandchildren Paul LeBourgeois (Alyssa Prowler), Steven Johnson, Lauren LeBourgeois Rachel (Carlos), Adam Landry, and Sarah Landry, and her great grandchildren Dax Alexander and Zoe Rian Rachel. Evelyn is also survived by 15 nieces and nephews and numerous great- and great-great-nieces and nephews, all of whom were loved and cherished. Celebrate a life of courage, dignity, love, faith, and service with us. Family and friends attended a visitation and Mass of Christian Burial held on Thursday, May 2, 2019 at St. Angela Merici Catholic Church, 901 Beverly Garden Dr., Metairie, LA 70005. Interment: Garden of Memories Cemetery, Metairie, LA. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Evelyn’s name to St. Angela Medici Catholic Church, 901 Beverly Garden Drive, Metairie LA 70005. Condolences may be expressed by visiting www.gardenofmemoriesmetairie.com.