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2009 January 29 Grant Parish Obituaries

The Chronicle, 29 January 2009, p. 4

Taylor, Barbara Jean Mundy
.....Services for Barbara Jean Mundy Taylor were held Saturday, January 24 in the Dry Prong United Pentecostal Church, Dry Prong. Interment was in Dry Prong Cemetery, Dry Prong.
.....Barbara Jean Mundy Taylor, 77, born July 20, 1932 and passed away Monday, January 5, 2009.
.....Her mother and father, Lillie and Rufus Mundy; two brothers, Charles Ray Mundy and Harvey Lee Mundy; and one sister, Clara Mae Bare preceded her in death.
.....She leaves to cherish her memory her daughter, Janice Bodlander and husband, Bill of Roth drum, ID; two grandchildren, Kim and Scott; two great-grandchildren, Daniel and Ashley; one brother, Curtis Mundy and wife, Pauline; and four nephews, Curtis W. Mundy, Jr., Paul Mundy and Jennifer, and Charles Mundy and wife, Theresa, all of Dry Prong, and Billy Mundy of Colfax.

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The Chronicle, 29 January 2009, p. 4

Van Metre, Vonda Kristine
.....Services for Vonda Kristine Van Metre were held Friday, January 23 at Liberty Chapel with Reverend Willard Norris officiating. Burial was in Liberty Chapel Cemetery, Williana under the direction of Hixson Brothers, Pineville.
.....Vonda Kristine Van Metre, 36, of Pollock passed away Sunday, January 18, 2009 at her residence.
.....She attended Bob Baptist Church and worked with Bruce Kimbrell doing air conditioning repair and installation. She loved to shoot pool, fish with her parents, and ride around and visit friends.
.....She leaves to cherish her memory her son, Jerald Clyde Hingle III; mother, Judy Legg and dad William; father, John Van Metre and Theresa; brother, Charles Lee Van Metre; sisters, Mona Vanessa Dunn and Elizabeth Van Metre; four nieces; two nephews; aunts, uncles; and fiancé, Bruce Kimbrell.
.....Pallbearers were Cody Murray, Bennett Webb, Billy Williams, Victor Bennett, Frank Foster, Jr., and Tommy Duncan.
.....Honorary pallbearers were Jerald Hingle, Charles Van Meter, Corey Van Meter, James Dunn, and Bruce Kimbrell.
.....Memorials may be made to the family, 3480 Walker Ferry Rd., Pollock, LA 71467.

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The Chronicle, 29 January 2009, p. 4

Johnson, B. F., Jr.
.....Services for B. F. Johnson, Jr., were held Sunday, January 25 at Bay Springs Baptist Church, Chopin with Reverend Michael Dubois, Reverend Larry Basco, and Chaplain Clyde Grammon officiating. Burial was in Bay Springs Cemetery, Chopin under the direction of Hixson Brothers Funeral Home.
.....B. F. Johnson, Jr., 67, of Chopin passed away Thursday, January 22, 2009 at his residence.
.....He retired from the Natchitoches Parish Police Jury and was a self-employed gravel truck operator.
.....His wife, Polly Guin Johnson; parents, Benjamin Floyd and Pauline Aaron Johnson, Sr., nephew Dennis Johnson; and many other family members and friends preceded him in death.
.....He leaves to cherish his memory his daughters, Michelle Ann Rachal and husband, David, Sr., of Flatwoods, and Melissa Dawn George and husband, Harvey of Chopin; grandchildren, Neana D. Rachal, Vanessa L. Rachal, J. David Rachal, Jr., Shyann P. Kerry, Devin T. George and Abby G. George; sisters, Margaret Johnson Holston and husband, James of Alexandria, Nancy Johnson Wagner and husband, Robert of Dry Prong, Angelina “Jean” Johnson Easley of Chopin; and a host of nieces, nephews, and other family members and friends.
.....Pallbearers were Grady Free, Keith Free, Joey Knight, Pete Messina, James Holston, Joel Gilmore, and Justin Dufour.
.....Honorary pallbearers were David Rachal, Jr., and Devin George.

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The Chronicle, 29 January 2009, p. 4

Langley, Randy Gene “Booney”
.....Services for Randy Gene “Booney” Langley were held Monday, January 26 at Fairfield United Pentecostal Church, Dry Prong with Rev. Elmer Mundy officiating. Burial was in Oak Grove Cemetery, Bentley under the direction of Magnolia Funeral Home, Alexandria.
.....Randy Gene “Booney” Langley, 45, of Dry Prong passed away Friday, January 23, 2009 at Rapides Regional Medical Center.
.....His grandparents, Bertie and Earl Wiles; and sister, Dana Michelle Langley preceded him in death.
.....He leaves to cherish his memory his wife, Karen Langley of Dry Prong; sons, Justin Langley and Nelson Langley and wife, Miranda LaCross, of Bentley; daughter, Ashley Langley of Dry Prong; parents, Nelson and Patsy Muniz of Leesville; sisters, Cheryl Langley and fiancé, Johnny Ramones and two children, of Ball, and Robbie Faircloth and husband, John and three children of Georgetown; brother, Timothy Langley and wife, Jennifer and six children; and one grandchild of Georgetown, Stephen Langley and wife, Sissy and five children of Bentley; seven nephews, nine nieces, five grandnephews, and nine grandnieces, and many friends.

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The Chronicle, 29 January 2009, p. 4

Foster, Theodore C., Jr.
.....Graveside services for Theodore C. Foster, Jr., were held Friday, January 23, 2009 with Brother Jim Love officiating. Burial was in Big Creek Cemetery, Pollock under the direction of Hixson Brothers, Pineville.
.....Theodore C. Foster, Jr., 58, of Pollock passed away Tuesday, January 20, 2009 after a long illness.
.....He was a member of Goodpine Baptist Church, Jena. During his working career he was a maintenance supervisor for Baker Manufacturing.
.....His parents, T. C. and Opal Foster preceded him in death.
.....Those left to cherish his memory include his wife of 40 years, Anita Foster of Pollock; son, Jimmy Dale Foster of Pollock; daughters, Stephanie Foster of Chapel Hill, North Carolina, and Cindy Walker and husband, David, Jr. of Prospect; brothers, Danny Lee Foster of Pineville, Robert Lynn Foster of Natchitoches; sisters, Pamela LaCroix, Linda Foster, and Debra Creekkiller, all of Pollock; grandchildren, Heather Fitzhugh and Devin Walker.
.....Pallbearers were Justin Foster, David Walker, Billy Longino, Larry Marshall, Joey Foster, and Austin Longino.
.....Memorials may be made to Goodpine Baptist Church, 1708 Front St., Jena, LA 71342.

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The Chronicle, 29 January 2009, p. 4

Davidson, Alton Gene
.....Funeral services for Alton Gene Davidson were held Saturday, January 24 at the Hopewell Baptist Church, Colfax with Rev. Kendall Francois officiating. Burial was in Farenzie Cemetery under the direction of Good Shepherd Funeral Home, Alexandria.
.....Alton Gene Davidson passed away Saturday, January 17, 2009 in Rapides Regional Medical Center, Alexandria.
.....He retired from the Armed Forces of United States of America.
......He leaves to cherish his memory his devoted wife, Linda Duncan Davidson of Colfax; daughter, Lakesha Davidson Vallian and husband, Gilbert of Baton Rouge; granddaughter, Jaiden; sister, Mecides Harris of Dallas, Texas; Godchild, Jared Nelson of Pineville; and a host of nieces, nephews, and other relatives and friends.

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The Chronicle, 29 January 2009, p. 4

Winegart, Kim Michelle
.....Funeral services for Kim Michelle Winegart were held Saturday, January 24 at the Beechwood United Pentecostal Church with the Rev. James Goleman, Rev. Joel McMickin, and Rev. Webb Robinson officiating. Burial was in the Lone Star Cemetery in Hineston under the direction of White Oaks, Oakdale.
.....Kim Michelle Winegart, 34 of Hineston entered eternal rest on Wednesday, January 21, 2009 in Christus St. Frances Cabrini Hospital, Alexandria.
.....Kim was born September 20, 1974 in Pineville to the union of Sherwood Thompson and Joy Marie Pickering Thompson. She was a member of the Beechwood United Pentecostal Church and a loving wife, daughter, sister, granddaughter, aunt, and friend.
.....Her daughter, Abigail Winegart; one brother, Robbie Thompson; and one uncle, Jimmie Pickering preceded her in death.
.....She leaves to cherish her memory her husband, John Wayne Winegart of Hineston; her mother and step-father, Joy Walker and Donald Walker of Hineston; father, Sherwood Thompson of Montgomery; one brother, Jamie Thompson of Hineston; two sisters, Donna Dennis of Hineston, and Kayla Walker of Hineston; step-grandmother, Joyce Walker of Otis; a host of aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, and friends.
.....Pallbearers were Jason McMickin, Joey McMickin, Glenn Pickering, Julius Dousay, Carl James Robinson, and Jamie Thompson.

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The Chronicle, 29 January 2009, p. 4

James, Jules H., Jr. “Jessie”
.....Jules H. James, Jr., “Jesse” died January 25, 2009 at Rapides Regional Hospital, Alexandria, from complications of his disorder (Muscular Dystrophy).
.....Jesse wanted no services, but requested that family and friends may make donations in his name to St. Jude’s Research Hospital, 2021 Harrodsburg Rd., Lexington, KY 40504.
....................God Bless Him

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2009 January 22 Grant Parish Obituaries

The Chronicle, 22 January 2009, p. 4

Rachal, Ara Campbell
.....Ara Campbell Rachal, 89, of Bunkie entered eternal life Wednesday, December 24, 2008 at Christus St. Francis Cabrini Hospital in Alexandria after a lengthy illness. All funeral arrangements were under the direction of the Hixson-Ducote Funeral Home of Bunkie.
.....She worked for the City of Bunkie for many years and then retired from the Goodyear Company after 15 years. She then worked with her daughter at Home Medical from 1987 to 2006. The loved fishing with her friends and relatives. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother.
.....She leaves to cherish her memory her husband of 50 years, Leonard Rachal of Bunkie; two children, Donald Rachal and wife, Dianna of Nashville, Tennessee and Sandra Rachal Cook of Bunkie; one brother, Farrell Campbell and wife, Dixie of Fishville; sister, Eleanor White of Port Arthur, Texas; two grandchildren, Courtney Purttle and husband, Jeff and Colby Cook and girlfriend, Cheree; two great-grandchildren, Alex and Bailey Purttle; and close friends, Angela and Michael Douzat.

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The Chronicle, 22 January 2009, p. 4

Brousette, Maggie
.....A Mass of Christian Burial was held for Maggie Brossette Monday, January 19 in St. Joseph Catholic Church with Rev. Matthew Thayil officiating. Burial was in Colfax Cemetery under the direction of Kramer of Colfax.
.....Maggie Brossette, 87, of Colfax died Friday, January 16, 2009 in Colfax Reunion Nursing Home.
.....She was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church and a past member of the Altar Society. She retired from Dixie Pharmacy. She was devoted to spending time with her family and friends.
.....Her parents, Agnes Lavespere and Janie Bryant Lavespere; her husband, Angles “Boots” Brossette; and one sister, Earline Brossette preceded her in death.
.....She leaves to cherish her memory her daughter, Shirley Brossette Perkins and husband, Pete of Colfax; son, Larry Brossette and wife, Vicki of Alexandria; six grandchildren, Monica Despino of Colfax, Stephen Ray of Pollock, Bridgette McQuillin of Midland, Texas; Benji Brousette of Colfax; Blanche Shirley of Alexandria, and Charlie Shirley of Alexandria; seven great grandchildren, numerous nieces, nephews, and extended family members and friends.
.....Pallbearers were Blake Despino, Ronnie Despino, Garland Brossette, Kirby Moreau, Alvin “Bubba” Brossette, and Charlie Shirley.
.....Honorary pallbearers were Cody Ray, Melvin Moreau, Lynn Basco, Gerald Salard, Rodney Salard, and Monte Davidson.

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The Chronicle, 22 January 2009, p. 4

Calamia, Laura June Campbell
.....Funeral services for Laura June Campbell Calamia were held Saturday, January 17 in the Chapel of Rush Funeral Home, Pineville with Reverend Dave Henry officiating. Interment was in private under the direction of Rush Funeral Home, Pineville.
.....Laura June Campbell Calamia, 81, of Pollock entered eternal rest Wednesday, January 14, 2009 at Rapides Regional Medical Center, Alexandria.
.....She was born and raised in San Diego, California. She embraced life with a great passion for her family; she also loved her puppies.
.....Her husbands, Carl Calamia and Duane Campbell; parents, Laura and Fred Merchants; and one sister, Gladys Monroe preceded her in death.
.....She leaves to cherish her memory her two daughters, Darlene Bladel and husband, John of Pollock and Marilyn Hribar and husband, Rudy of Hemet, California; one brother, Harvey Merchant and wife, Barbara of San Diego, California; eight grandchildren; twenty-three great-grandchildren; and one great-great-grandchild on the way.

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The Chronicle, 22 January 2009, p. 4

Bruce, Herbert L., Sr.
.....Services for Herbert L. Bruce, Sr., were held Saturday, January 17 at the Chapel of Hixson Brothers, Pineville with Reverend Allen Hatten and Reverend Tim Hisow officiating. Burial was in Alexandria Memorial Gardens, Alexandria under the direction of Hixson Brothers, Pineville.
.....Herbert L. Bruce, Sr., 62, of Ball passed away Wednesday, January 14, 2009 at his residence.
.....He was a Luhr Brothers, Inc. employee for over 20 years; he was an avid golfer and was a member of Timber Trails Golf Club.
.....His father, Maniel Bruce preceded him in death.
.....He leaves to cherish his memory his wife, Linda Bruce of Ball; son, Herbert L. Bruce, Jr. and wife, Juli of Pollock; daughters, Kimberly Bruce of Winnfield and Ashley St. Angelo and husband, Rodney of Mandeville; mother, Linnie Bruce of Georgetown; brothers, William Bruce of Nixa, Missouri, Lonzo Bruce of Jena, and Melvin Bruce of Tullos; sister, Elizabeth Cockerham of Gardner; grandchildren, Megan Glenn, Dylan Bruce, Sarah St. Angelo, Austin Bruce, and Alex Bruce; and great-grandson, Peyton Glenn.
.....Pallbearers were Buddy Dauzat, Michael Dauzat, Robert Lowe, Scott Bruce, Rusty Lofton, and Brandon Bruce.
.....Memorials may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, Tennessee 38105.

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The Chronicle, 22 January 2009, p. 4

Soileau, Terry
.....Services for Terry Soileau were held Tuesday, January 20 at Bentley United Pentecostal Church in Bentley with Reverend Leland Briggs, Reverend Bruce Maxwell, and Reverend Randy Briggs officiating. Burial was in Liberty Chapel Cemetery, Williana Community, under the direction of Hixson Brothers Funeral Home, Pineville.
.....Terry Soileau, 55 of Pollock passed away Saturday, January 17, 2009 in Woods Haven Nursing Home in Pollock.
.....He was a member of Bentley United Methodist Church where he served as usher and served in jail ministry. He worked in maintenance for Huey P. Long Hospital, where he retired.
.....His parents, Bruce H. and Emily Guillory Soileau preceded him in death.
.....He leaves to cherish his memory his wife of thirty years, Kay Soileau; sons, Terry Shawn Soileau and wife, Kristi of Pollock, and Tony Shane “Hick” Soileau of Ball; brothers, Ed Scotty Soileau and wife, Brenda Sue of Dry Prong and Bruce “B. J.” Soileau, Jr. of Bentley; sister, Stephanie Diane Sharbono of Dry Prong; grandchildren, Keithan Shawn Soileau, Kasten Blaine Soileau, and Kearsten Alexis Soileau.
......Pallbearers were his son, Terry Shawn Soileau, and the ushers of Bentley United Pentecostal Church.
.....Honorary pallbearers were Randy Painter, Kenny Painter, David Ozune, Andrew Bonnette, and Clifford Clark.

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The Chronicle, 22 January 2009, p. 4

Ducote, Myron Joseph
.....Services for Myron Joseph Ducote were held Tuesday, January 20 at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Marksville with Father Rusty Rabalais officiating. Interment was in St. Joseph Mausoleum #2 in Marksville with all arrangements under the direction of Hixson Brothers Funeral Home of Marksville.
.....Myron Joseph Ducote, 62, of Marksville passed away Sunday, January 18, 2009 in Dry Prong.
.....He leaves to cherish his memory his wife of 45 years, Leona DeSoto Ducote of Marksville; one son, Randy Ducote of Marksville; two daughters, Angela Johnson of Dry Prong and Connie Ducote of Hessmer; two brothers, Ray Ducote of Denham Springs, and Fred Ducote of Hessmer; one sister, Charlene Kipp of Baton Rouge; seven grandchildren and three great-grandchildren.

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2009 January 15 Grant Parish Obituaries

The Chronicle, 15 January 2009, p. 4

O’Neal, Searra Brean
.....Services for Searra Brean O’Neal were held Saturday, January 10 in the Chapel of Kramer of Colfax with Rev. Roland Hebert officiating. Burial was in Mars Hill Cemetery, Verda under the direction of Kramer of Colfax.
.....Searra Brean O’Neal, 23, of Ball passed away Wednesday, January 7, 2009 in LSU Medical Center, Shreveport.
.....She leaves to cherish her memory her husband, Jerrice Shavers of Ball; her daughter, Cheyanne Shavers of Ball; her mother and step-father, Lori O’Neal and Dale Delacerda of Verda; her father and step-mother, John O’Neal and wife, Nancy of Verda; one sister, Megan DuBois and husband, Jessie of Nantachie; two half-sisters, Brittany Hattaway of Winnfield and Morgan Delacerda of Campti; one half-brother, Johnathon Vinson of Verda; one nephew, Ethan Layne DuBois of Nantachie; maternal grandmother, Ruth Bryant of Verda; and paternal grandmother, Ramona O’Neal of Colfax.
......Pallbearers were Joel Bryant, Bo Hickman, Cole Hickman, Zachary Hickman, Don Gibson, and Keith Stokes.
.....Memorials may be made to Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, 6931 Arlington Rd., Bethesda, Maryland 20814 (1-800-344-4823).

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Gillespie, Wilmer Donald
......Services for Wilmer Donald Gillespie were held Saturday, January 10 in the Chapel of Hixson Brothers, Pineville with Reverend Leland Briggs and Reverend Bruce Maxwell officiating. Burial was in Forest Lawn Memorial Park under the direction of Hixson Brothers, Pineville. Wilmer Donald Gillespie, 67, of Pollock passed away Wednesday, January 7, 2009 at Woods Haven Nursing Care & Rehab.
.....His wife, Frances May Gillespie; parents, Virgil Wilmer and Minnie Lou White Gillespie preceded him in death.
.....Those left to cherish his memory include several cousins, aunts, and friends.

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Nelson, Earlie Mae Gray
.....Funeral services for Earlie Mae Gray Nelson were held Tuesday, January 13 in Farenzie Baptist Church with Rev. Charles Smith, Sr. officiating. Interment was in Farenzie Cemetery, under the direction of W. A. White Funeral Home of Alexandria.
.....Earlie Mae Gray Nelson, 79, of Colfax entered into peaceful rest on Saturday, January 10, 2009 at St. Francis Cabrini Hospital.
.....A lifelong resident of Colfax, she attended Grant Parish Training School. She enjoyed fishing and spending time with her family.
.....Her parents, Will and Lear Gary; eight sisters; one brother; and a favorite niece, Linda Cole preceded her in death.
.....Those left to cherish her memory include a very special niece, Lorraine Sapp and another niece, Willie Mae James, both of Colfax; four nephews, Willie and wife, Nina Sapp of Lafayette, Elton and wife, Sandra Sapp of Houston, Texas, Derrian Sapp and Leon Sapp, both of Colfax.

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Nash, L. V. “Steamboat”
.....L. V. “Steamboat” Nash passed away Thursday, January 1, 2009 at Grant Manor Nursing Home, Colfax.
.....He was born on September 6, 1938 in the Montgomery community; he retired from the U.S. Air Force where he worked as a jet engine mechanic. He received many awards and citation for the excellent job he did. Throughout his 70 years, he traveled many places and held many jobs. One of those jobs, for which he was very proud, was in Denver, Colorado at a VA Hospital. While he was there, he worked as a counselor; it was there he married his wife. Though they were divorced for many years, they remained friends. When he bought a home and moved to Montgomery, he worked for Montgomery Headstart School. He was well respected; also he was a constant face at basketball and football games in Grant Parish.
.....His parents, Lovie and Albert Nash, Sr.; one brother, Aaron Nash; and five sisters, Clara Anthony, Emma Malone, Rosie Tucker, Mary Green, and Hattie Gordon; and a beloved aunt, Dewitt Nelson.
.....Those left to cherish his memory include his one daughter, Chantel Adams of Columbia, South Carolina; two sisters, Victoria Howell of Kansas City, Missouri, and Mattie J. Milton of Cincinnati, Ohio; two brothers, Albert Nash, Jr., of Las Vegas, Nevada and Fred Nash of Texas; one hundred nieces, nephews, and extended family members who will always cherish his memory.

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Poisso, Lorie Williams
.....Mrs. Lorie Williams Poisso, 78, of Dry Prong passed away Tuesday, January 7, 2009 at Colfax Reunion & Rehab Center.
.....Funeral services for Lorie Williams Poisso were held Friday, January 9 at Hebron Baptist Church with Reverend Richard DeBusk and Reverend Travis Sanders officiating. Burial was in Iatt Cemetery under the direction of Hixson Brothers, Alexandria.
.....She was a member of Hebron Baptist Church and during her working career she was a nurse.
.....Her husband of 53 years, Msgt. U.S. Army Joseph Poisso; her parents, Johnson Grady and Onnie Bynum Williams; and brothers, Victor Williams and Huey Williams preceded her in death.
.....She left to cherish her memory her sons, Michael P. Poisso and Joseph R. Poisso, both of Dry Prong; sisters, Nora Faye Strokes and Letha Fausphoul; grandsons, Joseph Grady and Brett Matthew; numerous nephews, nieces, and friends.
.....Memorials may be made to Hebron Baptist Church, 7963 Hwy. 122, Dry Prong, LA 71423.

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White, Ophelia Elizabeth “Boo”
.....Ms. White, 73, of Boyce died Friday, January 2, 2009 in Christus St. Francis Cabrini Hospital, Alexandria.
.....Services for Ophelia E. White were held Saturday, January 10 at Mount Herman Baptist Church, Lena with Rev. Joseph D. Awotwi officiating. Burial was in James Hill Cemetery No. 1 under the direction of Boyce Community Funeral Home, Boyce.
.....Her parents, Herman and Ola Mae Robinson; two brothers, Malcolm Mason, Sr. and Billy Clyde Mason; and son, Marvin Wayne Robinson preceded her in death.
.....She left to cherish her memory her two sons, Horace White, Jr., and Brian K. White and wife, Amanita, all of Boyce; three daughters, Jacqueline Jacobs and husband, Marvin of Baltimore, Maryland, Carolyn Pittman and husband, Frank, of Panama City, Florida, and Brenda Price and husband, Gerry of Meridian, Mississippi; two brothers, Charles Johnson and Johnny Ray Mason and wife, Phyllis, all of Alexandria; two sisters, Eddie L. Woodley of Sacramento, California and Celestine Van Lawson of Alexandria; nine grandchildren; two God-daughters, Debra F. Gray of Colfax and Calisha M. Piper of Boyce; a host of nieces, nephews, and other relatives.

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Patterson, Lillie Mae Jackson
.....Lillie Mae Jackson Patterson, 88, of Colfax passed away Tuesday, January 6, 2009 at St. Joseph’s Health Center of Lake Charles, Missouri.
.....Services for Lillie Mae Jackson Patterson were held Wednesday, January 14 at First Baptist Church, Colfax with Rev. Chauncey Hardy officiating. Interment was in Farenzie Cemetery, Colfax, under the direction of Gonzaque-Williams Mortuary “Where Healing Begins.”
.....She was a retired educator in Grant Parish School System, serving 24 years and 3 months. She was a Deaconess, Church Clerk, and Sunday School teacher at First Baptist Church. She was also a part of the Council on Aging, Senior Crafts.
.....Her parents, Elder Harvey Jackson, and mother, Dicey L. Jackson; and her husband, Louis Patterson preceded her in death.
.....She leaves to cherish her memory her daughter, Dr. Veola P. Martin-Nash; and numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends.

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Summers, Teresa Anderson
.....Teresa Anderson Summers, a native of Colfax, passed away Saturday, January 10, 2009 following a battle with cancer.
.....She retired in May 2008 after a 33 year career with the LSU system. Her last position was LSU System Assistant Vice President for Academic Affairs. She once earned the Louisiana Professor of the Year.
.....She developed the human ecology international field study program and the first international field study program offered by the College of Agriculture. She also established the LSU System Task Force on Diversity.
.....Survivors include her husband, Dennis Summers of Baton Rouge; her daughter, Joanna Summers of St. Augustine, Florida; her mother, Estelle Anderson of Colfax; and her sister, Peggy Laird of Austin, Texas.

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Petrus, Alfred Joseph
.....Alfred Joseph Petrus -- Christian, husband, father, soldier, patriot -- passed away on Sunday, January 4, 2009 at the age of 88 at Grace Home. A vigil was held Tuesday, January 6 at 5:30 p.m. at Rose-Neath, 2500 Southside Drive in Shreveport with visitation following until 7:30 p.m. A funeral mass was held Wednesday, January 7 at 2:00 p.m. at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Church, 522 Flournoy-Lucus Rd.
.....Mr. Petrus was preceded in death by his parents Joseph and Sarah Petrus; brother, Anthony Woodrow “Woody” Petrus, sister, Dorothy Petrus Ruffin; and a granddaughter, Sheri Anne Petrus.
.....He is survived by his wife of 62 years, Frances Nugent Petrus,; children, Robert “Bob” Petrus and wife, Kathy, Joseph “Jay” Petrus and wife, Nancy, daughter, Lydia Petrus Kennedy and husband Gary; grandchildren, Lesa Petrus Townsend, Wendi Petrus Grabener and husband Scott; Richard Petrus, Sarah Kennedy, Alex Kennedy, and Claire Kennedy all of Shreveport, and Justin Petrus of Phoenix, AZ; great-grandson, Nick Townsend of Shreveport; and many nieces and nephews.
.....Mr. Petrus was born May 29, 1920 in Shreveport. He graduated from Fair Park High School in 1938. Mobilized by the U.S. Army in January 1941, he was stationed in California after the attack on Pearl Harbor. He returned to Shreveport and married Frances Nugent in June 1946. Mr. Petrus worked for the City of Shreveport Water Department for 15 years, rising to the position of Superintendent of Distribution. After leaving the City, he went to work for Red Ball Oxygen Company in 1977. He led Red Ball’s sales effort in Webster, Bienville, Desoto, and Red River Parishes, as well as Shreveport-Bossier.
.....He retired in 2004. Upon his honorable discharge from the military, he joined the American Legion, Cedar Grove Post, and began a life-long commitment to veterans’ causes. He also joined La Societe de 40 & 8, another very active veterans’ organization, serving many offices on the local and state level and on the national level as Sous Chef de Chemin de Fer or National Vice President. He served as National Chairman of the Boland Trust for 10 years, awarding nursing scholarships from the 40 & 8 to needy nursing students. In 2001, Petrus was named Voyaguer of the Year -- the first ever to win that award. Through his work in the American Legion, he began an association with the Louisiana Boys’ State program in 1947 that remained his passion for almost 60 years. In that time, he took thousands of high school seniors from Caddo, Bossier, Webster, Bienville, Red River, Claiborne, and DeSoto Parishes to LSU’s campus in Baton Rouge each August to learn how our government works. Those high school seniors are now many of northwest Louisiana’s most prominent politicians and leaders.
.....Mr. Petrus was a member of St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic church and served many years on the Pastoral Council there.
.....Pallbearers will be Milton Harrison, Frank Buie, Donald LaFleur, and his grandsons, Alex Kennedy, Richard Petrus, and Justin Petrus. Honorary pallbearers are Dr. Thomas Worgul and Bennett Politz.

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2009 January 08 Grant Parish Obituaries

The Chronicle, 08 January 2009, p. 4

Turner, Bessie Lee
Funeral services for Bessie Lee Turner were held Friday, January 2 at Simpson First Baptist Church, Leesville, with Rev. Jeremy Blocker officiating. Interment was in Oak Grove Cemetery, Bentley under the direction of Hixson Brothers Funeral Home, Leesville.
.....Bessie Lee Turner, 91, passed away Tuesday, December 30, 2008 in her residence.
.....She was born on May 30, 1917 in Colfax to Alice Gentry Mundy and Harvey Lee Mundy and grew up in Colfax and Simpson.
.....She was a long time employee of the Fashion Dress Shop and was a bank teller at Vernon Bank in Leesville until she retired when she was in her early 70’s. She trained many new tellers, and made many friends everywhere she lived.
.....When the high school in Simpson temporarily closed, she went to stay with relatives in Colfax where she graduated from high school. It was there where she met Luther “Pete” Turner who she married on Christmas Eve in 1934, and they lived in Jonesboro-Hodge, Georgetown, and Tullos. After her husband passed away in 1952 she moved to Simpson.
.....Beside her husband; her mother; father; and loving daughter-in-law, Carolyn preceded her in death.
.....She leaves to cherish her memory her son, Robert Turner; her daughter, Peggy Matero and husband, Tony; her granddaughter, Leah Moore and husband, Paul; and three wonderful great-grandchildren, Bobby, David, and Anna; her brother, Earl Mundy; sister, Tressie Williamson of Simpson; and a host of nieces and nephews.

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The Chronicle, 08 January 2009, p. 4

Martin, Summer Allyce
.....Funeral services for Summer Allyce Martin were held Saturday, December 13 in St. Mary Magdalene Catholic Church, Abbeville.
.....Summer Allyce Martin, 22 of Abbeville died Tuesday, December 9, 2008 from the results of an accident.
.....Her paternal grandfather, Travis Pete Martin preceded her in death.
.....She leaves to cherish her memory her son, Nathan Travis Cole Martin of Abbeville; mother, Coleen Ann Faubion and significant other, Dannon Stokes, of Abbeville; father, Russell Martin and wife, Laura of Pineville; maternal grandparents, Bill and JoAnn Faubion of Alexandria; paternal grandmother, Mildred Martin of Dry Prong; maternal great-grandmother, Mary Moore of Douglas, Arizona; brother, Chad Martin, of Abbeville; sister, Courtney Martin, of Abbeville; step-brother, Aaron Michiels of Pineville; step-sister, Liana Michiels of St. Rose; aunt, Dodie Tolson; uncles, Billy Faubion, Brian Senez, and Gerald Martin.

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2009 January 01 Grant Parish Obituaries

The Chronicle, 01 January 2009, p. 4

Watson, Albert Thomas “Sonny,” Jr.
.....Services for Albert Thomas “Sonny” Watson, Jr. were held Wednesday, December 24 at the Bentley United Pentecostal Church with Reverend Bruce Maxwell, Reverend Leland Briggs, and Reverend Gene Sanders officiating. Burial was in Frazier Cemetery under the direction of Hixson Brothers, Alexandria.
.....Albert Thomas “Sonny” Watson, Jr., of Dry Prong passed away Monday, December 22, 2008 at Rapides Regional Medical Center.
.....He was a member of Bentley United Pentecostal Church and was a United States Army Veteran of the Korean Conflict. After he retired he took up fishing.
.....His parents, Albert T. and Sarah Lucas Watson; brothers, Roy Watson, Luther Watson, and Shurman Watson; sisters, Odell Lachney, and Ruth Lasyone; and one granddaughter preceded him in death.
.....He leaves to cherish his memory his wife of 54 years, Merle Middleton Watson; son, Tommy Watson and wife, Frances; daughter, Diane Maxwell and husband David; brothers, Kenneth Watson, and Glenn D. Watson; six grandchildren and six great-grandchildren.
.....Pallbearers were Ross Maxwell, Orrin Maxwell, Jason Watson, John Watson, John Watson, Jason Howell, Daniel Moreau, and Gabe Howell.

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The Chronicle, 01 January 2009, p. 4

Watson, Bro. Elvin
.....Funeral services for Bro. Elvin Watson were held Saturday, December 20 in Old Morning Star Baptist Church, Colfax with Rev. Otha Watkins officiating. Burial was in Farenzie Cemetery, Colfax under the direction of Gonzaque-Williams Funeral Home, Alexandria.
.....Bro. Elvin Watson of Colfax passed away Sunday, December 14, 2008 in Rapides Regional Hospital.
.....He was a devoted father and husband, born to the late Mr. Thomas Watson and Mrs. Eunice Thomas Watson on November 15, 1927 in Marksville. He accepted Christ as Savior, was baptized at the age of 13 at St. Paul Baptist Church in Marksville, joined Old Morning Star Baptist Church, and continued to be a member until his death.
.....He graduated from Marksville High School and earned a Bachelors of Science in Secondary Education from Grambling State University and a Masters of Education from Prairie View A & M University of Texas. He completed 30 credit hours toward his Ph. D. in Education as well as coached basketball and football. He was also an Assistant Principal. He taught Adult Education in Grant Parish for 22 years. He served 7 years in the U.S. Army and U.S. Air Force. He served duty in WWII, Vietnam, and Korean Wars; 4 of the 7 years were spent in Germany. He was a member of the Disabled American Veterans Organization. He was a charter member and chapter commander of Colfax Memorial Chapter #18. He was a Mason as well.
.....His parents, Thomas and Eunice Watson; two brothers, Arthur Watson and Wilbert Watson preceded him in death.
.....He leaves to cherish his memory his wife, Claudia Moore Watson; daughter, Melissa Watson Prelow of Mesquite, Texas; two sons, Terrell Watson of Eunice, and Barry Watson of Albuquerque, New Mexico; one sister, Euna Thomas of Woodland, California; a host of nieces, nephews, grandchildren, and relatives and friends.
.....Pallbearers were Henry Moore, Luis Swafford, Barry Watson, and Jarvis Watson.
.....Honorary pallbearers were Terrell Watson, Felix Sanderford, and Ben Caldwell.

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The Chronicle, 01 January 2009, p. 4

Barnes, Jimmy “Jim” David
.....Funeral services for Jimmy “Jim” David Barnes were held Saturday, December 20 in the Chapel of Kinner & Stephens Funeral Home, Jena with Rev. Ricky Gresham officiating. Burial was in Woodland Cemetery of Jena under the direction of Kinner & Stephens Funeral Home, Jena.
.....Jimmy “Jim” David Barnes, 67, of Jena passed away Wednesday, December 17, 2008 at Christus St. Pats Hospital in Lake Charles.
.....He was retired from Barnes Auto Parts in Olla where he was owner.
.....He was born October 31, 1941 to the union of David and Loyce Brady Barnes of Cullen.
.....He leaves to cherish his memory his wife, Gertrude Kelly Barnes of Jena; three sons, Michael Barnes and wife, Charlotte of Jena, Jeffrey Barnes of Lafayette, and Gregory Barnes of New Port, Virginia; five grandchildren; one sister, Nellie LeBaron of Atlanta; and one brother, Terry Barnes of Montgomery.
.....Pallbearers were Ronald Childress, Craig Childress, Ricky LeBaron, Kenneth Barnes, Baxter Dempsey, Delton “Buster” Brady, Jr., and Randal Paul Whitmore.
.....Honorary pallbearers were Henry Ross, William McConnell, Bobby Brazzell, Olan Coolman, and Joe Thompson.

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The Chronicle, 01 January 2009, p. 4

Neal, Allie M.
.....Services for Allie M. Neal were held Saturday, December 20 in the Chapel of Hixson Brothers, Jena with Reverend Dave Henry, Reverend Sammy Morrow, and Reverend Anthony Shue officiating. Burial was in Pleasant Hill Cemetery, Jena under the direction of Hixson Brothers, Jena.
.....Allie M. Neal, 88 of Pollock, passed away Thursday, December 18, 2008 in Woodhaven Nursing Home in Pollock.
.....She was a member of Pleasant Hill Baptist Church, Pollock, and a retired charge tenant at Pinecrest State School.
.....Her husband, Troy Ray Neal and daughter, Bonnie Mae Davidson; parents, Marion C. and Caldonia Dennard Williams preceded her in death.
.....She leaves to cherish her memory her son, Gerald Ray Neal and wife, Dorothy; five grandchildren, Marilyn Henderson, Barbara Glenn, Shirley Rainwater, Kenneth Terral, and Michael Neal and fourteen great-grandchildren.
.....Pallbearers were Mike Neal, Ryan Neal, Gary Rainwater, Heath Landry, Dennis Henderson, Harley Arledge, Brice Warner, and Kenneth Terral.

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The Chronicle, 01 January 2009, p. 4

LeMoine, Carl Brian
.....Services for Carl Brian LeMoine were held Monday, December 22 at Summerfield Baptist Church with Rev. Jim Lofton and Rev. Greg Griffin officiating. Burial was in Gilly LeMoine, Sr. Cemetery, Colfax under the direction of Kramer of Colfax.
.....Carl Brian LeMoine, 72, of Colfax passed away December 19, 2008 in his residence.
.....He served in the United States Air Force. He was stationed at Barksdale Air Force Base and two years in Japan. He was a member of Summerfield Baptist Church where he served as a Deacon since 1997. He was a member of the Colfax Masonic Lodge #259 since 1970. He served as worshipping master at least four times beginning from 1976 to 2008. He recited the M & M Degree and was holder of the Golden Proficiency Certificate, which he maintained for twenty consecutive years.
.....His parents, Frank Edward LeMoine, Jr., and Mabel Inez Futrell LeMoine and one brother, Frank Lucien LeMoine, preceded him in death.
.....He leaves to cherish his memory his wife of 52 years, Beverly Hicks LeMoine of Colfax; son, Wesley LeMoine and wife, Marlene of Colfax; daughter, Sandra LeMoine Goss and husband, Ted of Aloha; daughter, Lucia LeMoine LeBaron of Lake Charles; son, Carl Edward LeMoine and fiancée, Lauren Cosby of Aloha; son, Alan LeMoine and wife, Erica of Pollock; and his daughter in spirit, Falisha Gunter of Colfax; one brother, Ernest E. LeMoine and wife, and wife, Laura of Woodlands, Texas; four sisters, Elaine Starovic and husband, Mike of Colfax, Patsy J. Thayer and husband, Gene of Channelview, Texas. Sandra C. Coolman and husband, Burnell of Pearl, Mississippi and Frances A. Fisher and husband, Doug of Conroe, Texas; twelve grandchildren, Christopher, Kristian, Juli, Shawn, Erich, Chelsea, Kathlena, Caleb, Lexis, Caitlyn, Colton, and Kali; one great-grandchild, Jesse; and numerous nieces and nephews.
.....Pallbearers were Bennie Cain, Jody Cain, Terry Brown, Charles Fletcher, Owen DuBois, and Jimmy Vollum.

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The Chronicle, 01 January 2009, p. 4

Busby, Don L.
.....Services for Mr. Don L. Busby were held Tuesday, December 23, 2008, at the chapel of Hixson Brothers, Pineville with Reverend Darryl Hoychick officiating. Burial was in Oak Grove Cemetery, Bentley, Louisiana.
.....Mr. Busby, 77, of Pineville, passed away Sunday, December 21, 2008, in LSU Health Sciences Center, Pineville, LA.
.....He was a member of Trinity Baptist Church in Pineville and a lifetime member of VFW. Mr. Busby was a member of the Charles F. Buck Masonic Lodge #260, Urania and the Seafarers International Union. He was a Merchant Seaman.
.....He was preceded in death by his son, Don L. Busby, Jr.; a daughter, Lynn Busby; parents, George W. & Lillie A. Dison Busby, Sr.; brothers, George W. Busby, Jr. and Charlie Ray Busby; and a granddaughter, Margaret Lynn Busby.
.....Thos left to cherish his memory include his wife Mrs. Bobbie Craig Busby of Pineville; son James Allen “Jimmy” Busby of Colfax; brother, John Harold Busby of North Carolina; grandchildren, Christopher Jasper Busby, Samantha Busby; great-grandson, Ethan Parker Busby; his stepchildren, step-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, and other family members.
.....Pallbearers will be Christopher Busby, Cade Thompson, Cody McGuire, Craig Fuqua, Gary Fuqua, and Ezra Pritchard.
.....To extend online condolences to the Busby family, please visit us at www.hixsonbrothers.com.

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The Chronicle, 01 January 2009, p. 4

Plunkett, Eloise Jenkins
.....Funeral services for Eloise Jenkins Plunkett were held Wednesday in the Southern Funeral Home Chapel in Winnfield with Reverend Jimmy Walker officiating. Burial was in the Garden of Memories Cemetery under the direction of Southern Funeral Home.
.....Eloise Jenkins Plunkett, 83, of Montgomery passed away Monday, December 15, 2008 in New Orleans.
.....She was a native of Winnfield and a member of the First United Methodist Church of Montgomery. She was an avid golfer and was a member of Pine Ridge Country Club. She also enjoyed fishing and was an accomplished musician. She served as Worthy Matron of Montgomery Chapter of O. E. S. and a member of the National Chapter of The Colonial Dames, 17th Century; and she was also a loving wife, mother, and grandmother.
.....She is the daughter of the late Andrew Jenkins and the late Loris Nelson Jenkins.
.....She leaves to cherish her memory her husband, Thomas B. Plunkett, Jr. of Montgomery; one son, Col. Thomas B. Plunkett, III and wife Donna of Baton Rouge; two daughter, Reggie Ann Walker-Wyatt of Shreveport, and Dr. Jo Ellen Plunkett Kasparek and husband, New Orleans; two sisters, Emma Jo Carpenter and husband, Beard of Winnfield and Nelda Watson of Baton Rouge; ten grandchildren, Marva Jo Wyatt, Thomas Andrew Wyatt, Lydia Ann Wyatt, Laren Kasparek, Kaitlin Kasparek, Ted Kasparek, Andrew Kasparek, Thomas Plunkett, Kristina Plunkett, and Kari Grace Plunkett; and a great-granddaughter, Elizabeth Ann Wyatt.
.....Memorials may be made to St. Jude Children’s Hospital in Memphis.

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The Chronicle, 01 January 2009, p. 4

Walton, Roy Norwood, Sr.
.....Services for Roy Norwood Walton, Sr., were held Tuesday, December 30 at Beulah Baptist Church, Winnfield with Rev. Lamar Carpenter and Rev. Ronnie Taylor officiating. Burial was in Beulah Baptist Church Cemetery, Winnfield under the direction of Magnolia Funeral Home, Alexandria.
.....Roy Norwood Walton, Sr., 67, passed away Friday, December 26, 2008 at his residence.
.....His parents, Lee Roy Walton and Gladys Rosaliee Wilson Walton preceded him in death.
.....He leaves to cherish his memory his wife, Margie Faye Walton; sons, Roy Norwood Walton, Jr., and wife, Amy of Omaha, Nebraska and James David Walton and wife, Lori of Georgetown; daughter, Roslyn Ann Jones and husband, Jeff of Jena; grandchildren, Matt Walton, Ashley Ann Jones, Heather Jones and Jennifer Sharp and husband, James Michael and Luke Walton, Brooke and Brittney Droody; great-grandchildren, Colten and Autumn Sharp; uncle, Clomer Walter and wife, Audrey of Joyce; sister-in-law, Ruth Ingles and husband, Darrel; brother-in-law, James R. Nolan and wife, Selene; host of cousins, nieces, nephews, friends, and lots of brothers and sisters in Christ.

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The Chronicle, 01 January 2009, p. 4

Ferguson, Charles Lee
.....Services for Charles Lee Ferguson were held Tuesday, December 23 in Bentley United Pentecostal Church with Reverend Leland Briggs, Reverend Randy Briggs, and Reverend Bruce Maxwell officiating. Burial was in Big Creek Cemetery, Pollock under the direction of Hixson Brothers Funeral Home.
.....Charles Lee Ferguson passed away on Saturday, December 20, 2008 in his residence after a battle of lung cancer, surrounded by family and friends.
.....He was born in Columbus, Indiana on September, 12, 1942. He moved to Pollock in 1974 with his wife and family. He worked as a mechanic at Cummings Engine Company for 12 years before relocating to Louisiana. He worked off shore as a rig motorman for Western Oceanic and Keys Drilling for several years. He also worked at Eby Construction for 10 years and then retired from Louisiana Pacific. He was an avid outdoorsman, great cook, artist, and gardener. He enjoyed working with his hands as a carpenter and inventor. He enjoyed time with family and friends. He was a great storyteller and loved all animals. Fishing at Little River and raising a large garden were his favorite pastimes. He loved serving the Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ and was baptized member of Bentley United Pentecostal Church.
.....His parents, Raymond and Merle Burns Ferguson; three brothers, Ralph, John, and Harry Ferguson; three sisters, Veda Petro, Laura Heitz, and Margie Parker preceded him in death.
.....He leaves to cherish his memory his wife of 47 years, Frances G. Ferguson; three daughters, Angela Delrie and husband, Robert of Prospect, Paula Reynolds and husband, Clint of Pollock, and Susan Oates and husband, Timothy of Pollock; two sisters, Ethel Baute and husband, Francis and Carol Jean Burton and husband, Ted, all of Columbus, Indiana; fourteen grandchildren; four great-grandchildren, and one on the way; a host of nieces, nephews, and friends; extended family; and three special companions, Lexie, Cricket, and Fidget.
.....Pallbearers were Clint Reynolds, Timothy Oates, Robert Delrie, Neil Carroll, Keith Willett, Dustin Delaney, Cody Delrie, A. L. Parker, Jr., and Ryan Delrie.
.....Honorary pallbearers were Colton Reynolds, Skyler Delaney, Roger Delrie, Anthony Smith, Andrew Smith, Francis Andries, Enoch Poole, and Gene McManus.
.....Memorials may be made to American Cancer Society, 1450 Peterman Drive, Suite B, Alexandria, LA 71301 in his honor.

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The Chronicle, 01 January 2009, p. 4

Roberson, Alice Watson
.....Services for Alice Watson Roberson were held Monday, December 22 at Bentley United Pentecostal Church, Bentley with Rev. Leland Briggs officiating. Interment was in Big Creek Baptist Church, Pollock under the direction of Magnolia Funeral Home, Alexandria.
.....Alice Watson Roberson, 63, of Alexandria passed away Monday, December 15, 2008.
.....Her father, Harvey Watson; mother, Gracie Willingham Watson; and brother, Billy Watson preceded her in death.
.....She leaves to cherish her memory her son, Shawn Morsako of Pollock; two daughters, Latonya Roberson of Alexandria and Felicia Watson of Pollock; five grandchildren, Shanna Lyn Morisako, Audreanna Morisako, Devontay Roberson, and Nashaydra Roberson; sister, Ruth Watson Draves and husband, Ron of Tillamook, Oregon; brother, Harvey Watson, Jr. and wife, Jeannie of Olla; two uncles, Clarence Willingham and wife, Gail and Albert Willingham and wife, Ruby; and aunt, Nellie Malone and husband, Ray.

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The Chronicle, 01 January 2009, p. 4

McDonald, Syble
.....Funeral services for Syble McDonald were held Saturday, December 27 at Dry Prong United Pentecostal Church with Bro. Kenneth Hyde officiating. Interment was in Bethel Cemetery, Colfax under the Metcalf Funeral Home, Conroe, Texas.
.....Syble McDonald, born February 11, 1931 in Colfax and passed away December 24, 2008 in Conroe, Texas.
.....Her husband, Claude McDonald preceded her in death.
.....She leaves to cherish her memory her daughter, Janette Blackburne and husband, Ed; son, Danny McDonald and wife, Mary Alice; grandchildren, Tammy Adcock and husband, Bryan, Dwayne Hart and wife, Lisa, Keith McDonald, Kelly Clevenger and husband, Ken and Meagen McDonald; great-grandchildren, Brendan, Miranda, Aidan, Preston, Emily, and Austin; sisters, Lucille Bimbo, Almarie Whitstine, Sherry Vercher, and husband, Carl; brothers, Menden Johnson and wife, Janell, Hershel Johnson, and wife, Ruby; J. H. Johnson and wife, Dorothy, Norman Johnson and wife, Dedean, and Huey Johnson and wife, Cindy; and sister-in-law, Jewel Thames.

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The Chronicle, 01 January 2009, p. 4

Paul, Alice Victoria Richard Price
.....Services for Alice Victoria Richard Price Paul were held Thursday, December 18 in the Chapel of Hixson Brothers, Pineville with Reverend Fred Summers officiating. Burial was in Forest Lawn Memorial Park, Ball, under the direction of Hixson Brothers, Pineville.
.....Alice Victoria Richard Price Paul, 89 of Deville passed away Sunday, December 14, 2008.
.....She was a member of Pineville Church of Nazarene, she was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. She was a seamstress, gardener, cook, and hunter.
.....Her parents, Edmond L. Richard and Victoria Blacksher Richard; sister, Hilda L. Lockwood; and husbands, Ozias Price, Sr. and Dewey H. Paul, Sr. preceded her in death.
.....She leaves to cherish her memory her daughters, Dorothy Price Woodson and husband, Leon of Deville, and Alice Marie Price Burnaman Chandler and husband Donald of Alexandria; sons, Julian D. Price, Sr. and wife, Monika of La Porte, Texas, Ozias Price, Jr. and wife, Shirley of Pineville, and Roger L. Price of DeQuincey; grandchildren, Justin L. Woodson and wife, Melissa of Deville, Michelle Brunaman and fiancé David Aldridge of Pineville, Stacey L. Burnaman McCully and husband, Craig of Pollock, Adrianne N. Burnaman Grimsal and husband, T. J. of Alexandria, Gabriella M. Price Newton and husband Stephen of Houston, Texas, Julian D. Price, Jr. of Houston, Texas, Benjamin L. Price, of Columbia, South Carolina, Chance R. Price of Lake Charles, Molly A. Price of Gonzales; great-grandchildren, Ashton R. Burnaman, Cassalyn J. McCully, Adrion J. McCully, Elijah Price, Colton Price, Sydney L. Servin, Jeremy T. Willis; sister, Elaine Richard Nichols of Alexandria; brothers, Edmond L. Richard of Columbia, and Glynn Richard of Metairie; and a host of nieces and nephews.
.....Pallbearers were Julian David Price, Jr., Benjamin Price, Chance Price, Justin Woodson, David Seth Price, and David Aldridge, Jr.

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2008 December 18 & 25 Grant Parish Obituaries

The Chronicle, 18 & 25 December 2008, p. 3

Woodard, Christopher L.
.....Services for Christopher L. Woodard were held Sunday, December 14, 2008 in the chapel of Kramer of Colfax with Rev. Lloyd Whitman and Rev. Jason Woodard officiating. Interment was in Colfax Cemetery, Colfax.
.....Christopher L. Woodard, 37, of Colfax, passed away Wednesday, December 10, 2008.
.....Christopher graduated in 1990 from Grant High School; he was also a graduate of the LSU Fire Academy and the Bossier City Police Academy. He liked to cook and spend time with his children.
.....Christopher is preceded in death by his father, Robert E. Woodard; his maternal grandparents, Arion S. Keiser and Lillian “Snookie” Faraldo Keiser; his paternal grandparents, Robert C. Woodard and Evie Brunson Woodard; and his uncle, Charles E. Keiser.
.....He is survived by two sons, Christopher Tanner Woodard of Gardner and Charles Tullos Woodard of Bayou Rapides; his mother, Edna E. Keiser Woodard of Colfax; one brother, Robert A. Woodard and his wife, Dannielle, of Hudson Creek Community; two nephews, Daniel Lavespere and Robert Woodard; and one niece, Katie Woodard.
.....Pallbearers were Daniel Lavespere, Tommy Futrell, Alan Futrell, Ken McNeely, Brent Hargis, Garland Brossette, Ricky Woodard, and Randall Keiser.
.....Honorary pallbearers were Neal Lasyonne, Brad Woodard, Steve Futrell, David Liner, Davey Roberts, Gary Woodard, and Gerald Woodard.
.....Memorials are preferred: St. Jude’s Children Research Hospital, ATT: Memorial/honor Program FH, P. O. Box 1000, Dept. 300, Memphis, TN 38140.
.....Online notes of condolence may be sent to the family at kramerfunerals(a)aol.com.

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The Chronicle, 18 & 25 December 2008, p. 3

Grayson, Vivian B. Roberts
.....Funeral services for Vivian B. Roberts Grayson were held Saturday, December 13, at Pleasant Hill Baptist Church, Pollock with Reverend Sammy Morrow officiating. Burial was in Pleasant Hill Cemetery, Pollock under the direction of Hixson Brothers, Pineville.
.....Vivian B. Roberts Grayson, 93, of Pollock passed away Wednesday, December 10, 2008 at Rapides Regional Medical Center, Alexandria.
.....She was a member of Pleasant Hill Baptist Church, Pollock.
.....Her husband, Mason Grayson; and parents, Ed and Emma Eggloff Roberts preceded her in death.
.....She leaves to cherish her memory her daughters, Frances G. Dargo of West Mifflin, Pennsylvania, and Emma G. Dauzat and husband, Earnest of Pollock; brothers, Taylor Roberts and wife, Agnes of Alexandria, and Charles Ray Roberts and wife, Quida of Hazelhurst, Mississippi; grandchildren, John Dauzat and wife, Paula, Paul Dauzat, Susan Gallego, Patty Dunn, and husband Bruce, and Ronnie Dargo and wife, Gina; ten great-grandchildren, and three great-great-grandchildren.
.....Pallbearers were John Dauzat, Jamie Scallon, Paul Dauzat, Ronnie Dargo, Travis Dauzat, and Perry Hawes.
.....Memorials may be made to Pleasant Hill Baptist Church, 171 Pleasant Hill Road, Pollock, LA 71467.

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The Chronicle, 18 & 25 December 2008, p. 3

Calk, Cebon “Cebo”
.....Funeral services for Cebon “Cebo” Calk were held Thursday, December 11 in the Chapel of Hixson Brothers, Pineville with Reverend Jason Woodard officiating. Burial was in Oak Grove Cemetery, Bentley. Military honors by members of the Alexandria/Pineville Veterans Honor Guard.
.....Cebon “Cebo” Calk, 91, of Dry Prong passed away Tuesday, December 9, 2008 at Rapides Regional Medical Center.
.....His son, Donnie Calk, and brothers, J. C. Calk and L. G. Calk preceded him in death.
.....Those left to cherish his memory include his daughter, Leisha Calk; sons, Ronnie Calk and wife, Delores, Roger Calk and wife, Teriesa, and Brian Calk; fourteen grandchildren; twenty-five great-grandchildren; and one great-great-grandchild.
.....Pallbearers were his grandsons.

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The Chronicle, 18 & 25 December 2008, p. 3

Hamblin, Patsy
.....Services for Patsy Hamblin were held Saturday, December 13 in the Chapel of Hixson Brothers, Pineville with Reverend Jeff White officiating. Burial was in Pollock Cemetery, Pollock under the direction of Hixson Brothers, Pineville.
.....Patsy Hamblin, 57, of Pollock passed away Tuesday, December 9, 2008 at her residence.
.....She was a loving wife, mother, and grandmother.
.....Her parents, Garland and Helen Spraggs Scott; brothers, Donald Scott and Danny Scott preceded her in death.
.....She leaves to cherish her memory her husband of 34 years, Gary Hamblin; son, Jared Hamblin; daughter, April Hamblin; sister, Karen Battoe; grandchildren, Adrianna, Mia, Dylan, Patrick, Jaci, and Enrique.

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The Chronicle, 18 & 25 December 2008, p. 3

Costantino, Jamie Nicole
.....Services for Jamie Nicole Costantino were held Thursday, December 11 at the Chapel of Hixson Brothers, Pineville with Reverend Shane Morris and Reverend Calvin Cantrell officiating. Burial was in Forest Lawn Memorial Park, Ball under the direction of Hixson Brothers Funeral Home, Pineville.
.....Jamie Nicole Costantino, 20 of Dry Prong passed away Sunday, December 7, 2008 in Winn Parish.
.....she was a happy and loving girl who truly never met a stranger. She always had a smile and a hug for everyone she met. She was especially close to her brothers. She will be greatly missed by all who knew her.
.....Her father, James Hutzler preceded her in death.
.....She leaves to mourn and cherish her memory her parents, Joseph Costantino, III and Terrie Costantino; brothers, Dustin Costantino, Dalton Chatelain, and Cayden Chatelain; grandparents, Joseph and Barbara Costantino, Jr., Johnny Walker, Terry and Diane Cameron, and R. J. and Sandra Hutzler; a host of aunts, uncles, other family members and friends.

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The Chronicle, 18 & 25 December 2008, p. 3

Leahey, Ronald “Ronnie”
.....Graveside services for Ronald “Ronnie” Leahey were held Tuesday, December 16 with Reverend Eddie Carpenter officiating in Restland Memorial Gardens, Pollock under the direction of Rush Funeral Home, Pineville.
.....Ronald “Ronnie” Leahey, 65, of Montgomery entered eternal rest on Sunday, December 14, 2008 in Dry Prong.
.....He was employed as a machinist for Hayes Manufacturing for the past 20 years. He was a member of Pollock United Methodist Church and in his spare time he loved fishing and animals.
.....His wife, Gloria Leahey; parents, Alfred and Mary Leahey preceded him in death.
.....He leaves to cherish his memory his fiancée, Judy H. Gjestal of Dry Prong; two daughters, Sheila Girod and husband, Jeff of Kelly and Rebecca Parsons and husband, Doyle of Pineville; three brothers, Desmond Leahey, Jim Leahey, and Raymond Leahey, all of Belfast, Ireland; one sister, Heather Thompson of Belfast, Ireland; and seven grandchildren.

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The Chronicle, 18 & 25 December 2008, p. 3

Sargent, James Lee
......Funeral services for James Lee Sargent were held Saturday, December 13, at the Tabernacle, Alexandria with Rev. Wayne H. Powell officiating. Burial was in Garden of Memories under the direction of Gonzaque-Williams Mortuary “Where Healing Begins.”
.....James Lee Sargent, 84, of Alexandria died on Friday, December 5, 2008 in Veterans Affairs Medical Center.
.....His wife, Daisy Sargent; three brothers, Richard, Jessie and Robert Sargent; and three sisters, Catherine Lavalais, Gertrude Slaughter, and Beatrice Johnson preceded him in death.
.....He leaves to cherish his memory his three daughters, Gena (Michael) Jones, Jennifer (Michael) Sykes of Colfax and Veronica Iles of Lewisville, Texas; two sons, James Lee Jenkins of Colfax and Richard T. Jenkins of Shreveport; five step-children, Carolyn Slon and Jacqueline Aaron of Pineville, Sharon Sykes of Alexandria, Commodore Jenkins and Bobby Jones of California; one sister, Alice M. Marsh of Baton Rouge; sister-in-law, Cornelia F. Sargent of Pineville; and a host of grandchildren, nieces, nephews, relatives, and friends.

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2008 December 11 Grant Parish Obituaries

The Chronicle, 11 December 2008, p. 4

McDonald, Walter Franklin
.....Graveside services for Walter Franklin McDonald were held Sunday, December 7 in DeQuincy Cemetery with Reverend Russell DeVore and Reverend Hardy Estes officiating. All services were under the direction of Rush Funeral Home, Pitkin.
.....Walter Franklin McDonald, 63, of Pitkin entered eternal rest Thursday, December 4, 2008 in Christus St. Frances Cabrini Hospital, Alexandria.
.....He served in the United States Army during the Vietnam era.
.....His wife, Nancy Lee Clow McDonald; his father, Jesse C. McDonald; two nephews and one sister preceded him in death.
.....Those left to mourn his loss and cherish his memory include his two daughters, Billie Jo McDonald Settles and husband, Alex of Alexandria and Connie Ann McDonald and husband, Charlie of Pitkin; his mother, Della Mae Smith of Colfax; one brother, Roy McDonald and wife, LaVerne of West Orange, Texas; one sister, Mae Dean Randall of Colfax; five grandchildren, Crystal Dawn Willis, Mary Theresa Settles, Daniel Wayne Johnson and wife, Kim, John Ottis Johnson, and Jesse Irving Johnson; and numerous nieces, nephews, great-nieces, great-nephews, aunts, uncles, family and friends.

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White, Martha B.
.....Funeral services celebrating the life of Martha B. White were held Tuesday, December 9 in the Chapel of Hixson Brothers, Pineville with the Reverend Lillard Beville and Reverend Robert Daniel officiating. Burial was in Forest Lawn Memorial Park, Ball with all services under the direction of Hixson Brothers, Pineville.
.....Martha B. White, 84, of Pollock passed from this life Saturday, December 6, 2008 in Colfax Reunion Rehabilitation and Nursing Center.
.....She was a 1942 graduate of Parsonsfield Seminary and graduate of Simmons College, Boston, MA, with a Bachelor of Science degree and a Nursing Diploma. She pursued her nursing career with the Veterans Affairs Medical Center, Alexandria retiring after 30 years of service.
.....Her husband, James F. White; her parents, Phil A. and Marian Weeks Bennett; and a brother, Austin Bennett preceded her in death.
.....Those left to mourn her loss and cherish her memory include her daughters, Linda Strange and husband, Johnny of Pollock, Theresa Malone and husband, Donald of Ball, Tammie Slayter and husband, Nick of Colfax; her grandchildren, Shelly Strange, Johnny Strange II and wife, Morgan, April Bakies, Aaron Bakies, Lee Slayter, and Will Slayter; her great-grandchildren, Rosalie Jones and Connor Strange.
.....Pallbearers were Johnny Strange, Jr., Nick Slayter, Donald Malone, Johnny Strange III, Lee Slayter, Will Slayter, and Aaron Bakies.

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Harper, Carol “Dub” Carnahan
.....Services for Carol “Dub” Carnahan Harper were held Tuesday, December 9, 2008 in Colfax United Methodist Church with Rev. Jason Sheppard officiating. Interment was in Colfax Cemetery, Colfax under the direction of Kramer of Colfax.
.....Carol “Dub” Carnahan Harper, 89, of Colfax, passed away Sunday, December 7, 2008 in Christus St. Frances Cabrini Hospital.
.....Dub Harper was a life-long resident of Colfax, LA, descending from the founding family of Grant Parish.
.....She was an active member of Colfax United Methodist Church. She loved the outdoors, tending to their cattle, gardening, and fishing in her younger years. Cooking was one of her special talents, and she delighted in sharing with family and friends.
.....She is preceded in death by her parents, Columbus and Mary Carnahan; her husband, Gordon Texada Harper, Sr.; one son, Gordon Texada Harper, Jr.; one sister, Eleanor Purvis Carnahan; and one brother, Columbus Mitchell Carnahan.
.....Carol “Dub” Harper is survived by: one daughter, Mary Eleanor Harper Bonnette and her husband, Sammy of Colfax; four grandchildren, Allyson Pellegrin and her husband, John of Houston, TX; Roxanne James and her husband, Jay of Waterproof, LA; John Bonnette and his wife, Stephanie of Natchitoches, LA; and Darlene Bannon and her husband, Mike of Rochester, MN; and 9 great-grandchildren.
.....Pallbearers were John Bonnette, John Pellegrin, Jay James, Jon-Truman James, Jack Pellegrin, Ross Pellegrin, Trace Bonnette, and Gene Nolan.
.....The family has requested memorials be sent to: Colfax United Methodist Church, Capital Improvement Fund, 407 Main Street, Colfax, LA 71417.
.....Notes of condolence may be sent to the family online at kramerfunerals(a)aol.com.

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Smith, Betty Jean
.....Betty Jean Smith, 77, of Columbia, Louisiana, entered into eternal rest surrounded by her family in Houston, Texas Wednesday, December 3, 2008. She was born April 18, 1931 in Arcadia, Louisiana, to the late Henry Brosset, Sr. and Odessa Williams Brosset. She was the youngest of 4 siblings. During her early childhood, the family made their home in Montgomery, Louisiana where she remained until young adulthood. She lived most of her adult life in Columbia, Louisiana with her husband Otis Smith until his death in 1999. She then relocated to Houston, Texas where she was cared for by her daughters until her death. Mrs. Smith was an active member of Brownville Baptist Church and was well known and loved by her friends and acquaintances.
.....She is survived by one sister, Emma Lee Bankston of Los Angeles, California, 3 daughters, Frances McHenry and husband Charles, Odessa Smith, and Melissa Slezak and husband Joseph, all of Houston, Texas; 3 grandchildren, Francina Horton and husband Kevin, Carl Preston, Jr., and Rickeal Martin, all of Houston, Texas; 3 great-grandchildren, Alex Horton, Zachery Horton, and Arianna Horton, all of Houston, Texas; and a host of nieces, nephews. Services were held Wednesday, December 10, 2008 at Brownville Baptist Church in Columbia, LA.

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Seals, Chelsie Kay “KayKay”
.....Services for Chelsie Kay “KayKay” Seals were held Wednesday, December 10 in the Chapel of Hixson Brothers, Pineville with Reverend Blaine Ussery, and Reverend Roger Tony officiating. Burial was in Frazier Cemetery, Prospect, under the direction of Hixson Brothers, Pineville.
.....Chelsie Kay “KayKay” Seals, 15, of Bentley passed away Sunday, December 7, 2008.
.....She was a student at Grant High School.
.....Her sister, Kasey Lin Seals and maternal grandmother, Marilyn Jean Duncan Ussery preceded her in death.
.....Those left to mourn and cherish her memory include her parents, Allen and Myra Lin Seals; her brother, Landon Allen Seals; maternal grandfather, Loyd P. Ussery of Pineville; paternal grandparents, Clarence Allen Seals, Sr. and Gilbertha Marshall Seals.
.....Pallbearers were Caleb Seals, Joshua Seals, Jerad Minor, Dwayne Johnson, Wayne Hymel, and Michael Hymel.
.....An honorary pallbearer was Evan Bryant.

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2008 December 04 Grant Parish Obituaries

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Carnahan, Annie Mae Basco
.....Funeral services for Annie Mae Basco Carnahan were held Wednesday, December 3, 2008 in Holy Rosary Catholic Church with Rev. Harold Imamshah officiating. Burial was in Emmanuel Cemetery at Chopin, LA under the direction of Blanchard St. Denis Funeral Home of Natchitoches, LA.
.....Mrs. Carnahan, 92, of Chopin, LA, died Friday, November 28, 2008, at Natchitoches Regional Long Term Care Unit in Natchitoches, LA. She was a native and lifelong resident of Chopin, LA.
.....She was a psychiatric aide for Central State Hospital and a member of Holy Rosary Catholic Church.
.....She was preceded in death by her husband, Eldren Carnahan, Sr.; daughter, Wilhelmina Brou; parents, Alexander Basco and Mary Ellen Vallery Basco; four sisters; five brothers.
.....She is survived by two daughters, Fonda Cogdill and husband Vernon of Pollock, LA and Wanda “Sue” Bradley and husband Allen Cooper of Gonzales, LA; one son, Eldren Carnahan, Jr. of Natchitoches, LA; fifteen grandchildren, Rona Barnes and husband Mike; Dana Lodridge, Anita Lott, Cindy Maxwell, Marty Cogdill and wife Mitzie, Brenda Walker, Colinda Ewing and husband Eldon, Pete Bradley, Jr., William “Bill” Bradley and wife Sonja, Randy Bradley and wife Amy, Michael “Mike” Bradley and wife Chrissy, Tyra Cooper, Ted Brou, Sam Brou, and Doris Valencia; twenty-eight great-grandchildren; and twenty great-great-grandchildren; one sister, Angie Lee Vercher and husband Eddie of Boyce, LA.
.....Pallbearers were Mike Bradley, Bill Bradley, Randy Bradley, Mike Barnes, Jake Barnes, Rafael Garcia. Honorary pallbearers were James E. Delacerda and Pete Bradley.

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Weaver, Arthur R. “Buddy”
.....Funeral services for Arthur R. “Buddy” Weaver were held on Monday, December 1, 2008 in New Salem Baptist Church at Crews, LA with Rev. Terry Taylor officiating. Burial was in Mt. Zion Cemetery at Montgomery, LA under the direction of Blanchard St. Denis Funeral Home of Natchitoches, LA.
.....Mr. Weaver, 71, of Montgomery, LA, died Friday, November 28, 2008, in his residence at Montgomery, LA.
.....He was a native of Montgomery, LA. He was a retired hair stylist in Houston for many years. He was a member of New Salem Baptist Church. He was a veteran of the U.S. Air Force.
.....He is survived by two sisters, Maggie Stroud of Montgomery and Patsy Dunn and husband Donnie of Sikes; two brothers, Archie Bryant of Montgomery and Roy Weaver and wife Mable of Montgomery; many nieces and nephews; loved by all.
.....Pallbearers were Dusty Lovell, Corey Perkins, Kevin Weaver, Roy D. Weaver, Steven Durr, and Nick Mobley.
.....Honorary pallbearers were Austin Horton, Tristen Horton, Joshua Lodrigue, Skylar Welch, T. J. Lewis, and Garret Weaver.

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Gilliam, Jasmine Monique
.....Funeral services for Jasmine Monique Gilliam were held on Wednesday, December 3 at Lee Heights Baptist Church with Reverend James Greer officiating under the direction of Magnolia Funeral Home of Alexandria. Interment was at Pollock Cemetery, Pollock.
.....Jasmine “sister” Gilliam, 3 months old, passed away Friday, November 28, 2008 at home in Creola, Louisiana.
.....She was preceded in death by her grandfathers, Jim Griffin and Johnnie Gilliam.
.....She is survived by her parents, Shelly Maria Gilliam and Robert “Bobby” Myles Maxwell, both of Pollock; brother, Trenton Miles Gilliam of Pollock; grandparents, Wayne and Terry Nugent of Pollock and Robert and Kathy Rogers of Jena; numerous aunts, uncles, and cousins.
.....In the three short months that God blessed us with your presence, you held all of our hearts in the palm of your hand. Your little face was one of an angel that none of us will soon forget. We knew from the first moment we saw your smile you would break our hearts one day, but we never imagined it would be like this. And now we’re finding ourselves asking God why he took you home so soon. And in this storm we find ourselves in it seems to have no end, but somewhere in the rain God lets me know that you were never ours to have. He simply sent an angel for a moment to open up our hearts and show us how to love. We love you Sister and will keep you in our hearts forever.
.....With love,
..........Momma and Aunt Nanuh “Dana”
.....Pallbearers were Casey Jones and Houston Hannegan.

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2008 November 27 Grant Parish Obituaries

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Breshers, J. C.
.....Funeral services for J. C. Breshers were held Wednesday, November 5 at the Montgomery United Pentecostal Church, with Rev. Donald Givens and Rev. Mark Roberts officiating. Burial was in Union Grove Cemetery, Montgomery under the direction of Rush Funeral Home.
.....J. C. Breshers passed away November 2, 2008 at Colfax Reunion Nursing Home.
.....He was a WWII veteran serving in the U.S. Navy. He was a member of the Montgomery United Pentecostal Church. He was retired from Union Pacific Railroad as a Carman.
.....His parents, J.S. and Cecelia Breshers; daughter, Teresa Walker; sisters, Gladys Curlee, Lilly Mae Johnson, Annie Bullitt, and Mildred Strother; and grandson, Michael Case preceded him in death.
.....Those left to cherish his memory include his wife, Wanda Roberts Breshers; sons, Gary, Connie, Jerry, and Chris Breshers; daughters, Mona Malone and Elaine Case; stepsons, Teddie, Larry, and Mark Roberts.
.....Pallbearers were Stacy Roberts, Anthony Roberts, A. D. Whittington, James Curlee, Chris Breshers, and Jerry Breshers.

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Waters, H. Rudolph
.....Funeral services for H. Rudolph Waters were held Wednesday, November 26 in the Chapel of Hixson Brothers, Pineville with Rev. Nathan Luellen, Rev. Lloyd Whitman, and Rev. Tom Lott officiating. Interment was in Big Creek Cemetery, Pollock under the direction of Hixson Brothers Funeral Home, Pineville.
.....H. Rudolph Waters, 74, of Pollock passed away Sunday, November 23, 2008 at the Oaks Care Center.
.....He attended Pineville Park Baptist Church and was a Master Mason with Anchor Lodge #261 F&AM where he was a Past Master. He was a retired bus driver with Continental Trailways Bus Lines for over thirty years, where he attained over a million accident-free miles, and then he worked at Rapides General Hospital for eleven years as a security officer. He was an avid hunter and woodworker; also he was a loving father and grandfather, and never met a stranger.
.....His wife, Mary Jane “Marie” Waters; parents, Virgil E. and Nettie Gertrude Mercer Waters; and sister, June Slayter preceded him in death.
.....Those left to cherish his memory include his daughters, Cynthia Waters Murphy and husband, Pressly “Duck” of Pineville, and Corma Waters Montgomery and husband, Marty of Pollock; sister, Virgie Denham and husband, Charles of Monroe; grandchildren, Jason Murphy, Ben Murphy, Zachary Davis, Kristin Montgomery, Kaitlin Montgomery, and Chance Montgomery; great-grandchildren, Andrew Murphy and Madison Murphy.
.....Pallbearers were Jason Murphy, Ben Murphy, Mark Denham, Duck Murphy, Marty Montgomery, and Zachary Davis.

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Miller, Willie Mack
.....Funeral services for Willie Mack Miller were held Saturday, November 22 at Little Rock Missionary Baptist Church, Colfax with Rev. Albert Sykes officiating. Burial was in Raven Camp Cemetery, Colfax, under the direction of Gonzaque-Williams Mortuary “Where Healing Begins.”
.....Willie Mack Miller, 60, of Colfax passed away Saturday, November 15, 2008 in Rapides Regional Medical Center, Alexandria.
.....He was a member of Little Rock Baptist Church where he served on the deacon board, president of the choir, church custodian and youth sponsor. He also was a member of Grant-Winn Baptist Association and Chaplin for the community choir.
.....Those left to cherish his memory include his loving wife, Mary Miller; three daughters, Sharon Miller, Valerie LeMott, and Janet Miller; two brothers, John Miller and Donald Boyd; five sisters, Essie Washington, Marjorie Layssard, Martha Jones, Cindy Branch, and Gloria Williams; mother-in-law, Corine Williams; and three grandchildren.

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Nansel, Carol L.
.....A Memorial Service for Carol L. Nansel was held Saturday, November 15 at Prince of Peace Lutheran Church, Pineville with Vicar Bill Vogt officiating. Her ashes will be interred at a later date in Evergreen Memorial Gardens, Omaha, Nebraska where her father Wayne Summers, Jr., is buried.
.....Carol L. Nansel, 54, of Dry Prong died Wednesday, November 12, 2008 in Houston, Texas in MD Anderson Hospital where she was being treated for cancer.
.....Those left to cherish her memory include her husband, Kerry Nansel of Dry Prong; daughter, Deanna Nansel of Dry Prong; mother, Irene Summers of Omaha, Nebraska; sister, Sybil Crevier of Minneapolis, Minnesota; and brother, Bill Summers of Omaha, Nebraska.
.....Memorials may be made in her name to American Cancer Society (800-ACS-2345) or to Prince of Peace Lutheran Church (318-473-0812).

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2008 November 20 Grant Parish Obituaries

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Wisniewski, Emmie Gayle Anderson
.....Memorial services for Emmie Gayle Anderson Wisniewski and unborn son, Weston Joseph Wisniewski were held Friday, October 24 in Brentwood Baptist Church, Brentwood, Tennessee, and visitation was held Monday, October 27 at Greenoaks Funeral Home, Baton Rouge. Interment was in Greenoaks Memorial Park.
.....Emmie Gayle Anderson Wisniewski and unborn son, Weston Joseph Wisniewski passed away on Tuesday, October 21, 2008 in Franklin, Tennessee.
.....She was a loving wife, daughter, granddaughter, sister, aunt, friend, and mother-to-be.
.....She was a member of Brentwood Baptist Church and a graduate of LSU. She traveled to Nashville, Tennessee in 1997, to pursue her dream of a career in the music business. She was the senior director of marketing for Universal Music Group, Nashville, Tennessee where she was employed for more than 10 years.
.....Her brother, Paul J. “Andy” Anderson, Jr.; grandfather, Richard Thompson; and grandmother, Pearl Anderson preceded her in death.
.....She leaves to cherish her memory her husband, Adam Wisniewski of Franklin; parents, Paul and Ellen Anderson of Baton Rouge; grandmother, Lucille Thompson of Colfax; sister, Deborah Moody of Wichita Falls, Texas; brothers, Chad Anderson and wife, Lisa of Baton Rouge and Richard Anderson of New York; sister, Alicia Anderson of Denham Springs; nephews, Christopher and Keaton Moody and Austin Anderson; and niece, Katelynn Moody.
.....Memorials may be made to one of Emmie’s favorite charities, Campus Crusade for Christ, 100 Lake Hart Drive, Orlando, FL 32832.

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Futrell, Herculee A. (Buddy)
....................”The Man That Put the Salt in the Ocean”
.....Burial will be in Arlington National Cemetery, Arlington, Virginia, at a time to be announced.
.....Mr. Futrell, 87, of Colfax, passed away Wednesday, November 12, 2008, in Rapides Regional Medical Center.
.....He was a member of Bethel Baptist Church, Colfax. He was a U.S. Army WWII veteran and a U.S. Marine during the Korean Conflict, where he was awarded the Bronze Star Medal with Valor. Mr. Futrell retired from the U.S. Marines in 1962.
.....He was preceded in death by his wife, Jacqueline Fox Futrell; parents, Winburn and Lois Eubanks Futrell; brothers, Winburn Futrell and Edward Futrell.
.....Those left to cherish his memory include his son, James Futrell of Turkey Creek; daughters, Beckie Viviano of Pineville, Jodella Dorsey of Alexandria, Kelley McKinney of Colfax, Lois Fellers of Danville, IL, Naomi Toney of Danville, IL, Sherrie Viviano of Tioga, and Beckie Jenkins of Dry Prong; sister, Irene Morace of Houston, TX; twenty grandchildren and eighteen great-grandchildren.
.....To extend online condolences to the Futrell family, please visit us at www.hixsonbrothers.com.

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LaGrone, Margie H.
.....Services for Margie H. LaGrone were held Wednesday, November 19, 2008 in Verda Baptist Church with Brother Roland Hebert officiating. Interment was in St. Maurice Cemetery, St. Maurice, LA under the direction of Kramer of Colfax.
.....Margie H. LaGrone, 82, of Montgomery passed away Monday, November 17, 2008 in the VA Medical Center.
.....Mrs. LaGrone was a lifetime member of Verda Baptist Church. She served four years in the United States Navy, worked for the Grant Parish Library, and cared for her mother through her retirement years.
.....She is survived by one son, Ben LaGrone and his wife, Karen of Aloha; one brother, Tommy Harrison and his wife, Paula of Montgomery; one nephew, Gil Harrison of Montgomery; and one niece, Jennifer Harrison of Minden.
.....Friends are asked to call from 4:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. Tuesday and from 8:00 a.m. until time of service Wednesday at Verda Baptist Church.
.....Memorials may be sent to Verda Baptist Church, 4299 Hwy. 71, Colfax, LA 71417.
.....Notes of condolence may be sent to the family online at kramerfunerals(a)aol.com.

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DeRamus, Lavine Mae Lutz
.....Funeral services for Lavine Mae Lutz DeRamus were held Tuesday, November 18 in the Chapel of Rush Funeral Home, Pineville with Reverend Aubrey “Bo” Prather officiating. Interment was in Griffin Hills Cemetery, Lone Pine, under the direction of Rush Funeral Home, Pineville.
.....Lavine Mae Lutz DeRamus, 76, of Shreveport, died from lung cancer with all her family by her bedside on Saturday, November 15, 2008 at her residence in Shreveport. She was born June 6, 1932 in St. Landry Parish.
.....Her father, Joseph Lutz, and mother, Ersula Rambo preceded her in death.
.....She is survived by one son, Charles Lutz and wife, Cheryl of Pineville; four daughters, Vivian Johnson and husband, Dewain of Shreveport, Elizabeth Campo and husband, Robert of Pollock, Sheila Troquille and husband, Rickey of Pollock, and Patricia McCrea and husband, Mark of Shreveport; one aunt, Sheila Carter of Plaucheville; twelve grandchildren and fifteen great-grandchildren.
.....Pallbearers were Eddie DeRamus, Anthony Campo, Nicholas Campo, Thomas Jason McCrea, Mike DeRamus, and Gary Carter.
.....Honorary pallbearers were Kirk Lutz and DeVine DeRamus.

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Powell, Thomas L.
.....Funeral services for Thomas L. Powell were held Saturday, November 15 at Bentley United Pentecostal Church, Bentley with Bro. Mark Clair officiating. Burial was in Fairfield Cemetery, Dry Prong under the direction of Magnolia Funeral Home, Alexandria.
.....Thomas L. Powell, 51, of Dry Prong passed away Saturday, November 8, 2008 on a boating accident at Lock & Dam #3 in Colfax.
.....He was active in local community sporting events, a role model to many youths, and coached for Dixie Youth Baseball and Triple A Football Leagues. He was an avid hunter and all around sportsman, but most of all he was a dedicated family man and loving papa.
.....He was the only son of Q.Q. Powell and Deannie Tunnell Granniss.
.....He leaves to cherish his memory his loving wife, Yolanda; son, Thomas Q. Powell and wife, Tonya; daughters, Debbie Powell and Jennifer Jeansonne and husband, Ashley; seven grandchildren, Kaylie, Cameron, Alexis, and Breanna Powell, Randall, Ryan, and Ashton Jeansonne; sisters, Sharon Thorne, Eva Danzy and Charlene Shires; brothers-in-law, Red Thorne, Greg Danzy, Roger Sosa, Jr., Mark Lee, and Martin Campbell; sisters-in-law, Joann Sosa, Debra Sosa-Lee, Patricia Sosa, Erica Campbell; eleven nephews, ten nieces, and numerous other relatives.

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Patrick, Gary Lynn
.....Services for Gary Lynn Patrick were held Saturday, November 15, at Kingsville Baptist Church, with Pastor Bart Walker officiating. Burial was in Forest Lawn Memorial Park, under the direction of Hixson Brothers, Pineville.
.....Gary Lynn Patrick, 56, of Dry Prong, passed away Thursday, November 13, 2008 at Dubuis Hospital of Alexandria.
.....He was a member of Kingsville Baptist Church in Pineville for 31 years, where he served faithfully as a deacon, Sunday school teacher, and Coordinator of the Helping Hands ministry. He loved his church and his Sunday school class.
.....His father, Hughes D. Patrick preceded him in death.
.....Those left to cherish his memory include his wife of 33 years, Sheila Strother Patrick of Dry Prong; daughter, Melanie Green and husband, Brian of Pineville; mother, Joyce Sayes Patrick of Deville; brother, Tim Patrick and wife, Judy of Fairhope, AL; five nephews, five nieces, and one great-niece; and a host of aunts, uncles, and cousins.
.....Pallbearers were Mike Phillips, Kenneth McCall, Robin Briley, Danny McVay, David Patrick, John Patrick, Jimmy Crooks, and Chase Burns.
.....Honorary pallbearers were his Sunday School Class and Fellow Deacons.
.....Memorials may be made to the Benevolence Fund of Kingsville Baptist Church for Helping Hands Ministry, 3911 Monroe Hwy, Pineville, LA 71360.

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Gentry, A. O. “Buddy”
.....Graveside services for A. O. “Buddy” Gentry were held Saturday, November 15 at Liberty Chapel Cemetery, Williana with Rev. Russell Cobb and Rev. Dick DeBusk officiating, with all arrangements under the direction of Hixson Brothers.
.....A. O. “Buddy” Gentry, 76, of Winnfield passed away Wednesday, November 12, 2008.
.....He was a 3rd Class Petty Officer in the United States Navy during the Korean War.
.....His parents, Herbert C. and Hilda Honeycutt Gentry; brother, Herbert Wayne Gentry; and sister, Earline Faircloth preceded him in death.
.....He leaves to cherish his memory his wife of 51 years, Ginger W. Gentry; sons, Gene Gentry of Dry Prong and Gary Gentry and wife, Monica of Columbia; sisters, Lucille Timmons of Kansas City, Missouri and Linda Faircloth of New Orleans; grandchildren, Jessica, Sarah, Emily, Jacob, and Zachary Gentry.
.....Pallbearers were Gary Gentry, Taylor Robinson, Gene Gentry, Don Boyette, Jacob Gentry, and Jerry Meredith.

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2008 November 13 Grant Parish Obituaries

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Daily, Weetona Crain
.....Weetona Crain Daily, known to family and friends as Toni, passed away peacefully on October 23, 2008 in Apple Valley, California. Toni was born in Sikes, Louisiana on June 23, 1927. She is survived by her beloved husband Ralph. They were married for 64 years.
.....The Daily’s lived for many years in both Grant and Rapides parishes before moving to California in 1963.
.....Toni was preceded in death by her parents, Jesse and Gladys Crain and by one sister, Ima Tritle. She is survived by one brother, Charles Crain of California.
.....In addition to her husband, Ralph, she is survived by son; two daughters; eight grandchildren, eight great-grandchildren; as well as many extended family and friends.
.....Toni will be remembered by all as always willing to help and for her quick smile and laughter. A celebration of her life will be held in California in November.

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Futrell, Marjorie Lena Foster
.....Services for Mrs. Marjorie Lena Foster Futrell were held at 2:00 p.m., Wednesday, November 12, 2008, at Bethel Baptist Church, Colfax, LA with Brothers Robert Daniel and Lloyd Whitman officiating. Burial was in Bethel Cemetery, Colfax, LA.
.....Born December 4, 1921; died November 9, 2008 at 11:25 am at the age of 86 years, 11 months, and 5 days.
.....She was preceded in death by her husband, Thomas Otha Futrell; son, Thomas Lee Futrell; grandson Michael Wayne Futrell; parents, Thomas (Tom) and Ella Foster; sisters, Dorothy Holland and Merlin Harrington; brothers, Jeff Foster and Arthur Foster.
.....Those left to cherish her memory include her son, Raymond Gene Futrell and wife Joan of Colfax; two grandsons; Jason Heath Futrell and wife Jamie of Colfax and Raymond Lee Futrell; one granddaughter Abigail Taylor of Colfax; three great-grandsons, Hunter and Alex Futrell and Ayden Taylor all of Colfax; sisters, Eloise Murphy of Baker, and Marie Chelette of Colfax; numerous nieces and nephews.
.....Pallbearers were Jason Futrell, Jimmy Meeker, Nick Slayter, Tommy Hayes, Johnnie Thompson, and Buddy Deen.
.....In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Bethel Baptist Church Family Life Center, 8789 Highway 8, Colfax, LA 71417.
.....The family wishes to thank Dr. Tumbaco and the staff of Colfax Reunion and Rehabilitation Center and a special thanks to Tammie Slayter of Colfax.
.....To extend online condolences to the Futrell family, please visit us at www.hixsonbrothers.com

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Tiley, Hilda Ann Waggoner
.....Funeral services for Hilda Ann Waggoner Tiley were held Saturday, November 8 at First Baptist Church, Pollock with Rev Nick Taylor and Rev. John Ward officiating. Burial was in Pollock Cemetery, Pollock under the direction of Hixson Brothers Funeral Home, Pineville.
.....Hilda Ann Waggoner Tiley, 82, of Pollock passed away Thursday, November 6, 2008 after a lengthy illness. She was born in Zenoria, February 10, 1926 to Lula M. and Phillip M. Waggoner.
.....She worked for the Veterans Administration before her marriage to Gene W. Tiley, August 31, 1947. In the early years of her marriage, she was a homemaker, active in school and church activities. She instilled the importance of Christian values, work ethics, and higher education in all her children from an early age. Because of her sacrifice, love, and encouragement, all four children graduated from college. Her husband and she owned and operated Tiley’s Super Market for 21 years, serving the needs of the community and making many friends.
.....Her parents, Phillip M. and Lula M. Waggoner; brother, Darce Waggoner; sister, Lurlene Richie; infant twin sister; and infant brother preceded her in death.
.....She leaves to cherish her memory her husband, Gene Tiley of Pollock; children Patricia Wilson and husband, Clyde of Pollock; George Tiley and wife, Kathryn of Tuscaloosa, AL., and Janet Stokes and husband, Glenn of Sterlington; five grandchildren, Elizabeth Tiley, Joy Tiley, Wesley Baker and Elsa, John Tiley, and George Tiley; two great-grandchildren, Landon and Triston Baker; sister, Phyllis Zell and husband, Jerry of Pollock; sisters-in-law, Maxine Montgomery and Billie Tiley, both of Pollock; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.
.....Pallbearers were Wesley Baker, John Eric Tiley, George Paul Tiley, Cliff Zell, Mike Zell, and Phil Zell.
.....Memorials may be made to First Baptist Church, Box 308, Pollock, LA 71467.

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Hill, Mary
.....Services for Mary C. Hill were held were held Wednesday, November 12 in the Chapel of Hixson Brothers, Pineville with Rev. Winfred Belgard officiating. Burial was in Restland Cemetery, Pollock under the direction of Hixson Brothers Funeral Home, Pineville.
.....Mary C. Hill, 85, of Pollock passed away Sunday, November 9, 2008 at Tioga Manor Nursing Home.
.....She was a homemaker and foster parent to 19 children. She lived in numerous places with her husband, worked as a switchboard telephone operator and for the Alexandria Town Talk. She was a resident of Pollock for over 52 years and a long-time member of Lee Heights Baptist Church.
.....Her husband, David A. Hill, foster son, Joe Nellams, Sr., parents, Floy and Sally Elizabeth Brock Campbell; brothers, Jack Campbell, Harold Campbell, and Calvin Campbell preceded her in death.
.....She leaves to cherish her memory her sons, David H. Hill and wife, Ann of Natchitoches, Wayne A. Hill and wife, Linda of Hockley, Texas, and Stephen C. Hill and wife, Debbie of Pollock; sister, Jean Berry of Marthaville; sister-in-law, Ruby Campbell of Natchitoches, eight grandchildren; sixteen great-grandchildren; two great-great-grandchildren; numerous cousins, nieces and nephews; and a dear friend, Elsie Bell.
.....Pallbearers were David H. Hill, Jr., Mark Hill, Ted Hill, Michael Cunningham, Joe Nellams, Jr., and Brian Nichols.

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McCann, Herbert Eugene
.....Services for Herbert Eugene McCann were held Thursday, November 6 in the Chapel of Hixson Brothers, Pineville with Dr. Jack West and Rev. Ron Nation officiating. Burial was in Paul Cemetery under the direction of Hixson Brothers Funeral Home, Pineville.
.....Herbert Eugene McCann, 67, of Deville passed away Monday, November 3, 2008 at Christus St. Frances Cabrini Hospital.
.....He graduated from Northwestern State University and served in the United States Army Reserve. He retired from Rapides Bank after serving for 29 years as a loan officer and assistant vice-president. He also opened and managed Pelican Homestead Credit Union for seven years. He was a member of Holloway Baptist Church.
.....His parents, Tillman and Adelene Paulk McCann preceded him in death.
.....He leaves to cherish his memory his wife of 44 years, Fay Price McCann; daughters, Gale McCann of Mesquite, Texas, Cherie Trevino and husband, Izzy of Midlothian, Texas, Missy Noreen and husband, Randy of Arlington, Texas, and Angi Rushing and husband, Brad of Prospect; fourteen grandchildren, Abby Bierk, Jessy Bierk, Rachel Bierk, Gary Trevino, Erica Trevino, Nikki Trevino, Victoria Trevino, Kalli McNeely, Beca Noreen, Garrett Noreen, Holly McCann, Avery Rushing, Lessie Rushing, and Sally Rushing; one great-grandchild, Destinie McNeely; brothers, Irvin McCann of Pineville, and Wallace McCann and wife, Pam of Thibodeaux; sister, Kathy Belgard of Pineville; brother-in-law, Randy Price of Dallas, Texas; nieces, Megan McCann and Kim Dryden; and nephews, Ryan McCann, Ronnie Belgard, and Michael Price.

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Milan, Phillip Ralph
.....Funeral services for Phillip Ralph Milan were held Friday, November 7 at Central Baptist Church in College Station, Texas. Interment was in Steephollow Cemetery in Bryan, Texas under the direction of Hillier Funeral Home, Bryan, Texas.
.....Phillip Ralph Milan, 78, of Harrison, Ark., formerly from Pollock, passed away Monday, November 3, 2008 at Hillcrest Nursing Home in Harrison, Ark. He was born on August 13, 1930 in Pollock to Phillip Francis and Gladys Ophelia Montgomery Milan.
.....He served in the U.S. Marine Corps during the Korean War. He graduated from University of Southwestern Louisiana in Lafayette with a Bachelor of Science in chemistry. He retired from Dupont Chemical Company after more than 30 years of employment as a regional sales manager of 11 states in the biochemical division. He was very active in the Central Baptist Church of College Station, Texas, serving as a lay preacher and a deacon. He was a member of the C.R.S. Club at Shipley’s Do-nuts.
.....His parents, Philip Francis and Gladys Ophelia Montgomery Milan; beloved wife, Jackie Walker Milan; and sister, Elizabeth Milan McManus preceded him in death.
.....He leaves to cherish his memory his daughters, Sheryl Eason and husband, Johnny and Rebecca Bryan and husband, Austin; son, Phil Milan and wife, Ginger; grandchildren, Camille Smiley, Daniel Smiley, and Will Bryant; brothers, Pat Milan and wife, Shirley and Russell “Butch” Milan and wife, Rebecca; and many nieces and nephews.
.....Memorials may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association.

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Nick, J. C. “Johnnie B Good”
.....Services for Mr. J. D. “Johnnie B Good” Nick, age 82, of Tyler, were held on Thursday, November 6, 2008 in the Pine Springs Baptist Church with Rev. Mark Towns officiating. Interment was in the Pine Springs Cemetery under the direction of Caudle-Rutledge Funeral Directors in Lindale. Mr. Nick died on Tuesday, November 4, 2008 at his residence. He was born on February 6, 1926 in Colfax, Louisiana to Johnnie & Angie Dubois Nick and was formerly of Louisiana before moving to the Tyler area in 1947. Mr. Nick was a member of the Pine Springs Baptist Church and was a self-employed Vendor. He was an avid Quilter and won numerous ribbons at the East Texas State Fair.
.....He is survived by his wife Helen Nick of Tyler; 2 sons and daughters-in-law, Jerry & Judy Nick of Tyler, & Howard Nick of Tyler; 2 daughters & sons-in-law, Diane & Buddy Munn of Lindale, & Judy Sockwell of Lindale; 2 brothers, Clinton Nick of Tyler & Howard Nick of Denton; 3 sisters, Lucille Antee of Colfax, Laverne Johns of West Monroe, and Viola Smith of Jonesboro; 10 grandchildren, Tyson Nick, Jennifer Nick, Jonathan Nick, Jeffrey Nick, Christie Evans, Stacie Goodwin, Aaron Munn, Nickolas Sockwell, Jeremy Sockwell, and Matthew Sockwell; 11 great-grandchildren, Spencer Nick, Bailey Nick, Aiden Nick, Ashley Adams, Taylor Evans, Austin Evans, Michael Evans, Ethan Sockwell, Kaelyn Goodwin, Haylee Munn, and Garett Munn.
.....Grandsons served as pallbearers: Jonathan Nick, Jeffrey Nick, Nickolas Sockwell, Jeremy Sockwell, Matthew Sockwell, & Aaron Munn.
.....Honorary Pallbearers were members of the Pine Springs Baptist Church Men’s Bible Class.

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Wiley, Hubert E., Sr.
.....Funeral services for Hubert E. Wiley were held Tuesday, November 11 in the Chapel of Hixson Brothers, Pineville with Dr. Alan Miller officiating. Burial was in Greenwood Memorial Park with a Military graveside service.
.....Hubert E. Wiley, Sr., passed away Saturday, November 8, 2008 in Monroe at St. Francis Hospital after a brief illness.
.....He was born April 14, 1919 in Vick. He and his family moved to Pineville while he was in high school and he remained in Pineville until 1961. After moving to Monroe, spending many years there, he enjoyed a long retirement in the Farmerville area. He made many friends in his 89 years. He never met a stranger and could strike up a conversation with anybody at any time, or place. He truly loved people. He was a World War II veteran; he was with the 82nd Tank Destroyers at the Battle of the Bulge and was awarded a Bronze Star. He established many lifelong friendships and still attended his annual army reunions.
.....He had a long and very successful career in sales and sales management. He spent the biggest part of his career in the insurance business. The last 27 years his working career with United Insurance Company of America, 20 of which he was the district manager for their Monroe office. He loved deer hunting and squirrel hunting. He always was looking forward to that time of year, being able to spend time with his family for hunting season. Family was very important to him, making sure also that his “group” always attended the Wiley Family Reunion each year.
.....His wife, Frankie Ryder Wiley; his parents, Jessie and Oneda Laborde Wiley; and two sisters, Myrtle Croxson and Clydie Greer preceded him in death.
.....He is survived by his loving companion of many years, Mary Giglio of Farmerville; his daughters, Gwen Clark and husband, Weymon of Pineville, and Cheryl Brunson and husband, L. E. of Dry Prong; son, Hubert E. Wiley, Jr. (Bert) and wife, Sonjie of Monroe; sister, Etheal Hess of New Roads; grandchildren, Sherri Allbritton and husband, Paul, Weymon Clark, Jr., of Pineville, Christopher Taylor Flora and husband, Jon of Scottsdale, Arizona, Whitney, Ginger and Ann Marie Wiley, all of Monroe; and great-grandchildren, Amanda Allbritton, Kristen and Cody Clark, and Tristan Wiley.
.....Pallbearers were Weymon Clark, Jr., Rob Eddlemon, Paul Allbritton, Donnie Brouillette, I. B. Hayes, and Paul Ducote.

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