Tune in on Saturday evenings at 7:00 PM and on Sunday afternoon at 1:00 PM for "The Jerry Day Gospel Show" on 102.7 (KTXJ).....Gather the family around and be blessed by uplifting music and words of hope, love and faith.
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| MALLEY LEWIS SPARKS JR.
June 24, 1937-February 2, 2010
Malley Lewis Sparks Jr. 72 of DeRidder, LA passed from this life on Tuesday February 2, 2010. Visitation will be held at Starlight Missionary Baptist Church in DeRidder, LA Saturday February 6,2010 from 12 P.M. until time of Service. Funeral Services will be held on Saturday, February 6,2010 at Starlight Missionary Baptist Church in DeRidder, LA at 1:00 P.M. Interment will be at Starlight Cemetery in DeRidder, LA. Officiating the service will be Rev. Daniel Stafford.
Mally Sparks is survived by; Wife: Estella Sparks of DeRidder, LA; Son: Anthony B. Sparks of DeRidder, LA; Daughters: Angelia Hickman and husband Stephen of DeRidder, LA; Malette Washington and husband James of Mansfield, TX and Latriece Langford of DeRidder, LA; Sister: Shirley Banks of Rancho Cucamunga, CA; Eight Grandchildren and three Great Grandchildren
Preceded in death by his parents Mally L. and Janie V. Sparks.
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| JERRY ROBERT HALL
June 25,1969-January 31, 2010
Jerry Robert Hall 40 of DeRidder, LA, passed from this life on Sunday, January 31, 2010. A memorial service will be held Saturday, February 6, 2010, at 4 P.M. at Bundicks Lake.
Jerry Hall is survived by; Father: Jerry Ray Hall of Wisconsin Mother: Cheryl L. Spear of Kinder, LA. Fiance': Brenda Carter of Bundicks Lake, LA. Sons: Alex Hall and Aaron Hall of Porter, TX. Brothers: Chris hall of Houston, TX., David Eddleman, Roman Eddleman, George Eddleman all of Singer, LA., James Eddleman and Travis Eddleman of Pleasant Hill, LA. Sisters: Cimberlie Taylor of Eva, AL., Amanda Eddleman of Sulphur, LA., Shirley Eddleman, Lisa Green and Patty Eddleman all of Pleasant Hill, LA.
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| Edgar E. Ebare
April 11, 1924 - January 29, 2010
Edgar E. Ebare 85 of DeRidder, LA, passed from this life on Friday, January 29, 2010. Funeral services were held Monday, February 1, 2010, at 2:00 PM at Myers-Colonial Funeral Home. Interment was held at Hopewell Cemetery in Dry Creek, LA. Rev. Lloyd Jeans officiated the services.
Edgar Ebare is survived by; Wife: Dorothy Ebare of DeRidder, LA. Son: Richard D. Ebare of DeRidder, LA. Step-Sons: Robert Higginbotham, Jackie Higginbotham, Christopher Higginbotham and Jerry Higginbotham all of DeRidder, LA. Daughters: Sandra McManus & Candie M. Spinler both of DeRidder, LA. Grandchildren: Allen Spinler, Ashley Spinler, Brandi Ebare & Nicole Ebare all of DeRidder, LA.
Preceded in death by Parents: mr. & Mrs. Earnest Ebare. Brothers: Joel & "Buster" Ebare. Sisters: Virgie Bailey & Vera Carpenter
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| Gladys Lucille Bailey
March 5, 1922 - January 22, 1010
Gladys Lucille Bailey 87 of DeRidder, LA passed from this life on Friday, January 22, 2010. Funeral services were held on Saturday, January 23, 2010 at 3:00 PM at Myers-Colonial Funeral Home in DeRidder, LA. Rev. Zale Lewis and Rev. Kevin Reeves officiated the service. Graveside service was held on January 24, 2010 at Mt. Pleasant Cemetery in Columbia, LA at 2:00 PM.
Gladys Bailey is survived by; Sons: Wayne and wife Dot Bailey, Danny "Tut" Bailey of DeRidder, Rodger and wife Peggy Bailey of Leesville, La. and Ken Bailey of Houston, Tx. Daughter: Denise and husband Richard Bradham of Houston, Tx. Sister: Mary Ray of West Monroe, La. and Georgia Johnson of Columbia, La. Seven Grandchildren and Eleven Great-grandchildren
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| Eugene Midkiff
Eugene Midkiff age 76 of DeRidder, LA passed from this life on Monday, January 18, 2010 in Rosepine, LA.
Visitation will be held on Tuesday, January 19, 2010 at Myers-Colonial Funeral Home in DeRidder, LA from
3:00 PM – 9:00 PM and from 10:00 AM until Service time Wednesday, January 19, 2010 at Myers-Colonial Funeral Home in DeRidder, LA. Funeral Service will be held on Wednesday, January 20, 2010 at Myers-Colonial Funeral Home in DeRidder, LA at 2:00 PM. Interment will be at Miller Cemetery in Cottonwood, LA. Officiating the service will be Rev. Gary Bankson & Bro. Randy McKee.
Eugene Midkiff is survived by: Sisters: Emmalea McKee of DeRidder, LA, Reda & John Perkins of Junction Community, LA & Minnie Ruth Young of Rosepine, LA. His dog- Jo Jo. Niece: Judy Midkiff of Rosepine, LA & Cindy Nash of DeRidder, LA
Preceded In Death By: Parents: Hosey & Ethel Midkiff. Sisters: Estelle McElroy & Lafern Corley.Companion: Una “Little Bit” Bailey
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Edward Charles Turner
January 17, 1951 - January 15, 2010
Edward Charles Turner was born January 17, 1951, to union of Sgt. Julian P. Turner and Pearl B. Turner in Augusta, GA. Most of his childhood was spent in DeRidder. He was given the nickname "Pee Wee" by family and friends. He was spiritually nourished and baptized at an early age at Starlight Missionary Baptist Church under the pastorate of late Rev. K.E. Robinson. His education was received in the Beauregard Parish School System. He had a quiet, humble and gentle spirit.
He leaves to mourn his passing and cherish his memories five sisters: Elizabeth Harris of DeRidder, LA; Martha Archinard, Dorenda Turner and Deborah Guillory of Lake Charles, LA and Brenda Joyce Baker of Charlotte, NC; two brothers, Floyd Seymore of Natchitoches, LA and Julian P. Turner, Jr. of Jamaica, NY; one sister-in-law, Betty Seymore; three brothers-in-law, Joseph H. Harris, Thomas Archinard and Nathaniel Guillory; a host of nephews, nieces, other relatives and friends.
And God shall wipe away all tears from their eyes; and there shall be no more death, neither sorrow, nor crying, neither shall there be anymore pain. For the former things are passed away. Revelation 21:4
Services will be held at Starlight Missionary Baptist Church, M.L. King Drive.. on Thursday, January 21, at 1:00 P.M. - Rev. Daniel Stafford, Officiating. Visitation will be from 11:00 to the time of service on Thursday, January 21, 2010.
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Keith F. Coffin
March 20, 1926 - January 17, 2010
Keith Coffin 83 of Rosepine, LA passed from this life on Sunday, January 17, 2010 in Lake Charles, LA.
Keith Coffin is survived by wife: Edith Coffin of DeRidder; step daughters: Rose and Samuel Ashworth of Singer, LA and Pam and Wayne Leonard of DeRidder, LA.
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| Carolyn BeBee
December 17, 1942 - January 12, 2010
Carolyn BeBee 67 of DeRidder, LA passed from this life on Tuesday, January 12, 2010 DeRidder, LA.
Visitation was held on Thursday, January 14, 2010 at Myers-Colonial Funeral Home, DeRidder, LA. Funeral services were held on Friday, January 15, 2010 at 10:00 AM at Myers Colonial Funeral Home, DeRidder, LA. Bro. Ed Tilley officiated Mrs. BeBee service. Internment was at Woodlawn Cemetery.
Carolun BeBee is survived by Sons: Louis Wayne Bebee. Jr. and wife Eva of DeRidder, LA., Daryl Bebee and wife Kayla of Rosepine, LA. , and Robert Bebee and wife Bessie of DeRidder, LA. Daughter: Connie Fowler and husband William of DeRidder, LA. Nieces: Tina Elder, Tammy Carr & Teresa Ary all of Jasper, Alabama. 19 Grandchildren and 21 Great Grand-children. Great Nephews: Christopher Trussell, Kevin Arron, Gary Wayne Ary. Great Nieces: Marlena Trussell, Tracy Trussell, Heather Arron, Katrina Ary & Tiffany Ary. Great Great Niece: Amy, Holly. Great Great Nephew: Austin.
Preceded in death by husband; Louis W. Bebee, Sr.
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| George Gayle Simmons, Sr.
October 11, 1936 - January 9, 2010
George Gayle Simmons, Sr. of Evans, LA, passed from this life on Saturday, January 9, 2010 in Evans, LA.
Funeral services were held on Tuesday, January 12, 2010 at 11:00 AM at Galilee Baptist Church in Evans, LA. Interment was held at Evans Cemetery in Evans, LA. Rev. Kenny Lowrey and Rev. George Jeane officiated the funeral service.
George Simmons, Sr. is survived by; Wife: Dorothy "Dot" Simmons of Evans, LA; two Sons: "G.G" George Simmons, Jr. and wife Kim of West Columbia, TX and Ron Simmons and wife Ann of Evans, LA; 8 Grandchildren; 6 Great Great Grandchildren; Sister: Mary Williams of Evans, LA; Brother: Frank Simmons, Jr. of Gulfport, MS.
Preceded in death by his parents; Frank and Wilma Simmons and one brother; Charles Steele Simmons, Sr.
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| Lubbie Asslette Hickman McCurley
Lubbie McCurley 85 of DeRidder, LA passed from this life on Friday, January 8, 2010.
Visitation was held on Saturday January 9, 2010 at Gospel Lighthouse Pentecostal Church in DeRidder, LA. Funeral services were held on Sunday, January 10, 2010 at Gospel Lighthouse Pentecostal Church in DeRidder, LA at 2:00 PM. Officiating the service was Rev. Ed Tilley and Rev. Dan Booth.
Lubbie is survived by: Daughters: Martha Rhodes and husband Johnny of Leesville, LA, Barbara Faye Johnson of DeRidder, LA & Helen L. Jeffares of Pineville, LA. Grandchildren: Dennis Jeffares and wife Danielle of Dallas, TX, Linda Creel and husband Mike of Pineville, LA, Jimbo Wilson and wife Jessica of Rosepine, LA, Pete Wilson and wife Tammy of DeRidder, LA, Joey Wilson of Leesville, LA, Eric Johnson and wife Sandy of DeRidder, LA, Troy Blackmon and wife Tammy of Conroe, TX,& Melinda Walley and husbansd Ronnie of DeRidder, LA. 23 Great Grandchildren. 1 Great Great Grandson.
Preceded in Death by: Husbands, Alfred Milton Orr, Bennie John McCurley and Jim West; two son-in-laws; Johnnie Ronald Jeffares and Lee L. Johnson. Seven brothers and five sisters.
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| Charles Lester Eaves
December 2, 1926 – December 29, 2009Charles Lester Eaves 83 of Merryville, LA passed from this life on Tuesday, December 29, 2009 in Lake Charles, LA.
Visitation will be held on Thursday, December 31, 2009 from 5:00pm til 9:00pm at Myers Colonial Funeral Home in DeRidder, Louisiana. FuneralService will be held on Friday, January 1, 2010 at 10:00 am at Myers Colonial Funeral Home in DeRidder, LA. Interment will be at Cannon Cemetery – Merryville, LA. Officiating the service will be Rev. Durhl Davis & Rev. Wayne Squyres.Mr. Eaves was a member of the Merryville Masonic Lodge #329 for over 50 years. He was a 32nd degree mason. Mr. Eaves was Scottish Rite and York Rite Shriner and was a member of the Priscilla Chapter of the Order of The Eastern Star. Mr. Eaves worked for Arco Oil & Gas for 39 years.Charles Lester Eaves is survived by;Son: Steve Eaves & wife Judy of Merryville, LA. Daughter: Connie “Sissy” Williamson & husband Rusty of Merryville, LA. Grandchildren: Lisa Smith & husband Wesley of Merryvile, LA, Joseph Williamson of Lake Charles, LA, Leigh Hall & husband Scott of Little Rock, MS, Erin Chesson & husband Dean of Sulphur, LA, Melissa Wilson & husband Eric of Elmer, LA, Adam Generous of Victoria, TX, Stacy Little & husband John of Leesville, LA. 18 Great Grandchildren Mr. Eaves was preceded in death by his wife of 59 years, Ople Eaves, his parents, Alva and Allie Eaves and a granddaughter, Victoria A. Williamson.
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| Pamela Marie Blackmon.
September 18, 1955- December 26, 2009
Pamela Marie Blackmon 54 of Alexandria, LA passed from this life on Saturday, December 26, 2009 in Alexandria, LA.
Visitation will be held on Monday, December 28, 2009 from 4:00 PM til 9:00 PM at Myers-Colonial Funeral Home in DeRidder, LA. Funeral Service will be held on Tuesday, December 29, 2009 at Myers-Colonial Funeral Home in DeRidder, LA. Interment will be at Lewis Cemetery in DeRidder, LA. Officiating the service will be Rev. David Stellwagon.
Pamela Blackmon is surviuved by Step Father: Mike Cebrynski of Alexandria, LA. Son: Sonny Dylan Blackmon of Alexandria, LA. Brothers: Randall Blackmon of Leesville, LA, Greg Blackmon of Alexandria, LA, Shayne Blackmon and wife Patricia of Kailua, HI and Damon Blackmon and wife Velda of Deville, LA.
Sister: Misty Blackmon Kelly of Moss Bluff, LA. Numerous other relatives & friends
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| John R. Whiddon, Sr.
December 9, 1940 - December 20, 2009
John R. Whiddon, Sr. 69 of Merryville, LA passed from this life Sunday, December 20, 2009 in Merryville, LA.
Visitation will be held on Tuesday, December 22, 2009 from 11:00 AM until 10:00 PM, at Macedonia Primitive Baptist Church in Junction Community. Funeral Service will be held on Wednesday, December 23, 2009 at 10:00 AM at Macedonia Primitive Baptist Church in Junction Community. Interment will be at Cannon Cemetery in Merryville, LA. Officiating service will be Elder Gerald Reed.
John R. Whiddon, Sr. is survived by; Wife Lillian Morrow Whiddon of Junction Community, LA. 2 Sons: John R. Whiddon, Jr. and wife Joyce of Junction Community, LA and Roy Whiddon and wife Wanda of Evans, LA.
1 Daughter: Melissa A. Blackmon and husband David of Bivens, LA. 3 Sisters: Lucille Taylor of Center, TX, Lueen Foraker of Broaddus, TX and Annie Ruth Lambright of Alexandria, LA. 3 Grandsons: Chasten Blackmon, Caleb Blackmon, and Carter Blackmon of Bivens, LA.
John R. Whiddon was preceded in death by a son, Henry Whiddon.
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| Kate Loftin
Kate Loftin 23 of DeRidder, LA passed from this life on Sunday, December 13, 2009 in DeRidder, LA
Visitation will be held on Tuesday, December 15, 2009, 5:00 pm – 9:00 pm, at Myers – Colonial Funeral Home in DeRidder, LA and from 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM, Wednesday, December 16, 2009 at Myers-Colonial Funeral in DeRidder. Funeral Services will be held on Wednesday, December 16, 2009, at 2:00 PM at First Baptist Church of Merryville in Merryville, Louisiana. Interment will be held at Cannon Cemetery – Merryville, LA. Officiating service will be Bro. Wayne Squyres.
Kate is survived by; Parents: Bubba and Sandra Loftin of DeRidder, LA. Brother: Nathan Loftin of DeRidder, LA. Sister: Lori and Jeremy Fountain of DeRidder, LA. Nephew: Aaron Fountain of DeRidder, LA. Grandmother: Marlene Archer of DeRidder, LA
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Susan "Na-Na" Edwards
Susan “Na-Na” Edwards, Westlake, Louisiana, 46 years of age came to her sudden peace on Friday, December 11, 2009. Even though her life on earth was short, she will never be forgotten by those
who knew her.
She was a beautiful, loving mother who made every day an exciting adventure for her kids and grandkids. Always creative, this awesome cook, could and would take the smallest things and turn them into something unique and delicious.
She will be greatly missed by those who loved her, especially her two kids; Ricky Edwards and Vickie Edwards and her four grandkids; Cameron and Caleb Dowden, Skyler and Brenton Edwards.
We love you mom, your love will light our way “Na-Na".
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| Bert Jessie “B.J.” Ross
Bert Jessie "B.J." Ross 84 of DeRidder, LA passed from this life on December 11, 2009 in DeRidder, LA. Visitation was held on Sunday, December 13, 2009 from 1:30 - 3:00 PM Crystal Springs Baptist Church in Anacoco, LA. Funeral services were held on Sunday, December 13, 2009 at 3:00 PM at Crystal Springs Baptist Church in Anacoco, LA. Interment was held at Mitchell Cemetery , Anacoco, LA. Officiating the service will be Rev. Shelton Sigler.
B.J. was a member of the 82nd Airborne in the United States Army. He saw action in Luzon, New Guinea, was there for the liberation of the Phillipines and participated in 2 major battles in South Korea.
B.J. was a member of the Missionary Baptist Church of DeRidder. He loved his God, his family, gardening, raising and selling vegetables.
B.J. is survived by; Wife: Wanda Sue Campbell Ross of DeRidder. Daughters: Deloris Jessie Ross Hall of Sebastian, Florida, Kathy Lee Ross of Seminole, Florida. Step Sons: Bobby Lawson Sipes of Fayetteville, TN,
Sidney Lee Sipes and wife Patty of Newton, TX, John Roger Self and wife Amber of Ballinger, TX & Benjamin Delbert Self of Livingston, TX. Step Daughter: Sheree’ Self Schriver of Sturgis, SD. 1 Grandson: Harrison Hall, 15 Step Grandchildren, 18 Step Great Grandchildren.
Bert Jessie "B.J." Ross was preceded in death by: Parents, Wiley & Florence Ross, Brothers: A.J. Ross, E.J. Ross, M.L. Ross and W.A. Ross and Sisters: Mattie Mae Fairley, Mittie Vee Brock and Genevieve Bailey.
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| Charles Randy Chrisman
Charles Randy Chrisman 52 a resident of Merryville, Louisiana passed from this life December 4, 2009 in Lake Charles, LA. Funeral Services were held on Tuesday, December 8, 2009 @ 10:00 AM at Lighthouse Tabernacle Pentecostal Church in Sulphur, Louisiana. Graveside Service also held on Wednesday, December 9, 2009 @ 2:00 PM at Anderson Flat Cemetery in Pindall, Arkansas. Officiating the services were Bro. Ed Tilley, Bro. Allen Upton & Bishop Paul Upton.
Charles Randy Chrisman is survived by; Step-Father: Robert Chrisman of Virginia Beach, Virginia. Mother: Patricia Powell of Chesapeake, Virginia. Wife: Beverly Chrisman of Merryville, Louisiana. Sons: John Thomas Chrisman & wife Candice of Sulphur, Louisiana & C. Michael Chrisman of Sulphur, Louisiana. Sisters: Wanda Criner of Branson, Missouri, Leslie Markum & husband Steven of Washington D.C., Stacy Swartz & husband Kenneth of Kingsland, Georgia, Kimberly Emig& husband Paul of Virginia Beach, Virginia
Charles Randy Chrisman was preceded in death by brother Patrick Chrisman of Arkansas.
Charles Randy Chrisman was in the oilfield business for over 25 years. Native of Bridge Port Connecticut and lived in Louisiana for the past 31 years. Also served in the U. S. Marines Corps.
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Robert Bob Stanley
Robert Stanley 74 passed from this life December 3, 2009. Funeral Services will be held on Saturday, December 5, 2009 at 10 O’clock AM at Myers-Colonial Funeral Home DeRidder, Louisiana. Interment will be held at Woodlawn Cemetery in DeRidder, Louisiana. Officiating the service will be Rev. Lindsey Burns.
Robert Stanley was survived by Wife: Barbara Stanley of DeRidder, LA. Son: Michael Stanley and wife Debbie of Pearcy, AR. Step Son: Scott Andrews of Jasper, TX. Daughters: Wendy McEntire and husband Carl of Skiatook, OK. Julee Freeland and husband David of Leawood, KS. Step Daughter: Ashley Anthony of Tulsa, OK. 2 Grandchildren Parker and Avery Anthony. Brother Dr. John Barnes and wife Shirley of Boise, ID. Special Cousin: Dorothy Horchem and husband Ron of Ransom, KS.
Mr. Stanley was preceded in death by his father, Vernon Stanley; His mother Eunice Stanley and his beloved terrier companion Murphy.
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| Marie Marie Smith Eaves
Mary Marie Smith Eaves 84 resident of Lafayette, LA passed from this life on November 30, 2009. Gtraveside Service was held December 1, 2009 at Cannon Cemetery, Merryville, La. Officiating the service was Rev. Gerald Read.
Mary Marie Smith Eaves is survived by: Daughter; Ann C. Nelson wife of Gus E. Nelson of Lafayette, La.
Grandsons: Jason Emil Nelson of Lafayette, La. and Jeremy John Nelson and spouse Angel N. Nelson of Lafayette, LA. Great Grandchildren: Hale John Nelson and Mallory Nicole Nelson of Lafayette, La.
Sisters: Ann Medeiros of Greenbay, Wisconsin, and Sandy Pilcher of Broken Arrow, OK. Brother: Billy Smith of Texas.
Mary Marie Smith Eaves was Preceded in death by : Husband: Johnny Eaves. Parents: Joseph Smith and Ider Tindell Smith. Brothers: Delbert Lee Smith, Sr. and Stanley Smith. Sisters: Oble Bell Smith, Helen L. Mobley, Linda Murry and Elizabeth Privette
Marie was a homemaker who loved spending time with family and friends. Her two grandsons; Jason and Jeremy, were very special and the apple of her eye. She was an excellent seamstress, sewing and mending most of the clothes for the entire family. A terrific cook, she often hosted dinners for the ARCO retirees and the members of her Sunday School class as well as family and friends. Her chicken and dumplings dish was a family favorite. She was a small gentle woman with open arms and willing hands to help anyone who needed it. She loved quilting, crocheting and sewing crafts and for many years was an active member of the Crowley Art Association.
She and her late husband traveled extensively, often to attend National Eaves family reunions, the Smith family reunion and also just to see America. They loved to follow Bluegrass music festivals throughout the United States.
Marie was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt and friend and will be dearly missed by all.
Myers-Colonial Funeral Home in DeRidder, Louisiana is in charge of arrangements.
The family is deeply appreciative of the love and care given to Marie by the staff of River Oaks Retirement Manor.
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| Vernie Clyde Midkiff
Vernie Clyde Midkiff 62 a resident of Leesville, LA passed from this life on Friday, November 27, 2009.
Visitation will be held on Saturday November 28, 2009 at Lillie Pentecostal Church at 8:00 Am till 8:00 PM. Funeral Services will be held on Sunday November 29, 2009 at Lille Pentecostal Church at 2:00 PM. Officiating will be Rev. W.T. Shelton Rev. Roger Gill and Rev. Hardy Droddy. Interment will be held at Craft Cemetery, Leesville, LA.
Vernie Midkiff is survived by; Wife Carolyn Midkiff, Leesville La. Daughters: Rebecca Hicks & David Phillips of Leesville, La.,Tina Duncan and husband Todd of Leesville. La, Crystal Rhame and husband David of Rosepine, La. Brother: Roger Midkiff and wife Patty of Leesville. Sister: Carolyn Kennedy and husband Bill of Leesville.
Rhame; Jessie Rhame; and Dawson Rhame.Grandchildren: Lacon Shano and husband Timothy, Heather Hicks, Christen (Boo Boo) Duncan; Justin. Great Grandchild: Brice (Itsy Bitsy) Shano. Host of Aunts, Uncles, Nieces & Nephews
Vernie Midkiff wa Preceded in Death by: Father, Vernie Midkiff; Mother Avis Midkiff and an infant brother.
He loved to hunt and fish with grandchildren, riding his buggy with his wife..Loved to paint, rodeo, joke and laugh with family and friends
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| David Samuel Tilley
David Samuel Tilley, 81 a resident of Merryville, LA passed from this life on Tuesday November 24, 2009 at Merryville Nursing Home, Merryville, La.
Visitation will be held on Friday November 27, 2009 beginning at 10:00AM till 9:00PM at Myers Colonial Funeral Home, DeRidder, La. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, November 28, 2009 at 1:00 PM at Myers Colonial Funeral Home in DeRidder, Louisiana. Internment will be at Merryville Cemetery.
David Tilley is surivived by Son; Samuel and wife Belinda Tilley of Merryville, La.
Daughters: Mary Thompson of Merryville, LA., Dorene Gothreaux and husband Scott of Sulphur, LA., Margaret Gartman and husband William of Longville, LA., Rachel Miers and husband Jimmy of DeRidder, LA.
13 Grandchildren and 16 Great Grandchildren.
M.r. Tilley was preceded in death by his wife Evely Lee Tilley, parents Newton & Effie Tilley and grandson Shane Gothreaux.. Brothers; Clyde Tilley and Luther Tilley. Sisters; Gladys Lopez, Daisy Nichols.
Mr. Tilley was an avid hunter and fisherman. He served in the US Army during the Korean War. He was a retired carpenter and was a member of The Philadelphia Church of God.
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| Clarence David Smith
Clarence David Smith 86 of Merryville, LA passed from this life on Thursday, November 19, 2009 in Rosepine, Louisiana.
Visitation will be held at the Myers-Colonial Funeral Home in DeRidder, Louisiana on Friday November 20, 2009, from 5 PM until 9 PM and on Saturday November 21, 2009 at Myers-Colonial Funeral Home from 10 AM til the time of service. Funeral Service will be held at Myers-Colonial Funeral Home in DeRidder, Louisiana on Saturday, November 21, 2009 at 2 PM. Bro. Jerry Dewitt & Dr. Jim Jones will be officiating funeral service. Interment will be at Cooper Cemetery in Merryville, Louisiana.
Clarence David Smith is survived by; Sons: Leslie Smith and wife, June of Merryville, LA. Ellis Smith and wife, Lisa of Merryville, LA. Chester Smith and wife, Vivian of Merryville, LA. Daughter: Mary Sue Herrera and husband, Matt of Merryville, LA. Brother: Royce Smith of White Oaks, TX. Herbert Smith of Lake Charles, LA. Sisters: Helen Daffin of DeRidder, LA. 10 Grandchildren. 14 Great Grandchildren
Clarence David Smith was Preceded In Death By: Wife of 56 years Annie Smith. Parents: Lyman & Avie Smith. Sisters: Irene Emmons, Belva Hester & Margie Cooley. Brothers: Carmen Smith & J.B. Smith
Words of comfort may be shared with the family at: www.myers-colonialfuneralhome.com
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Benson Weighlon Sylvest
Benson Weighlon Sylvest passed from this life on November 14, 2009 at DeRidder, La.
Visitation will be Monday November 16, 2009 beginning at 3-9PM at New Life Baptist Church in DeRidder, La.
Services are Tuesday November 17, 2009 at New life Baptist Church with Bro. Lynn Clayton officiating.
Internment at Holly Grove Cemetery at Anacoco, La.
Mr. Sylvest is survived by his wife Della Sylvest of DeRidder.Chirldren: Benson Weighlon Sylvest, Jr. and wife Sherry of Anacoco, La. Pamela Sylvest of Austin, Texas, Benny Earl Sylvest and wife Peggy of DeRidder, Tammie Sylvest Potts, and husband Chuck of DeRidder, William Mark Sylvest and wife Lori of DeRidder, La.
13 Grandchildren and 2 Great Grandchildren.
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David Lynn Hill
David Lynn Hill passed from this life on November 16, 2009 in DeRidder, La.
Visitation will be 5-9PM at Myers Colonial Funeral Home in DeRidder, La.
Graveside services will be held Saturday, November 21 at Bethsaida "Y" Cemetery in Bivins, Texas.
Minister officiating is Rev. Samuel Nuckels.
Survivors are a son, Nicholas David Hill of Kuna, Idaho, brothers Glenn Hill and wife Kiim of Huffman, Texas and Roger Hill of Kilgore, Texas. Sisters Urba Faye Wardlaw of Mansfield, Louisiana, and Emily Keel of Rosepine, La.
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| Ardis "Ardie" Alston, Jr.
Ardis “Ardie” Alston, Jr. 50 of DeRidder, LA passed from this life on Wednesday, November 11, 2009 in DeRidder, LA.
Visitation will be held from 5-9 pm, Thursday, November 12, 2009 at Myers Colonial Funeral Home and from 10:00 am until time of services on Friday, November 13, 2009 at Grace Church in DeRidder. Funeral Service will be at 1:00 pm, Friday, November 13, 2009 at Grace Church in DeRidder, LA. Officiating will be Rev. James Robert “Jimmy” Glass; Rev. George L. Glass, Jr.; Rev. George Lee Glass; Rev. William “Bill” Hogan. Acting Pall Bearers will be Courtney Rashott, Jimmy Wilks, Michael Avery, Bob Childress, Mike Crain, Russell Cooley, Myron Sieren, Randy Archer, Steve Pittman & Mike Barrett. Interment will be at Rosepine Cemetery in Rosepine, Louisiana.Ardie loved his dogs and was a motorcycle enthusiast.
Ardie is survived by; Parents Ardis and Elaine Alston, Sr. of DeRidder, LA. Sister Shari Alston Cooley and husband Kevin B. Cooley of Lake Charles, LA. Brother Scott F. Alston of Lake Charles, LA. Niece Isabella Grace Cooley of Lake Charles, LA. The love of his life for 20 years Wanda Greenwald of DeRidder, LA. Aunt Edie Hogan and husband Bill Hogan. Aunt Rosemary Evans. Many Cousins and Friends who he loved dearly.
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Freddie Fay Tucker
Freddie Fay Tucker 77 of Merryville, LA passed from this life on Tuesday, November 10, 2009 in DeQuincy, LA.
Visitation will be held at the Boxwood Church Of Christ in Bivens, Louisiana, on Wednesday, November 11, 2009, from 10:00 AM until 9:00 PM. and on Thursday, November 12, 2009, from 10:00 AM until the time of service at Boxwood Church Of Christ in Bivens, Louisiana. Funeral Service will be held at Boxwood Church Of Christ in Bivens, Louisiana, on Thursday, November 12, 2009 at 2:00 PM. Officiating the service will be Elder Ray Hyatt and Pastor R.C. Franks. Burial will be at Bivens Cemetery, Bivens, LA.
Freddie Tucker is survived by her Husband of 57 years James H. Tucker. Sons Ricky Tucker and wife Marilyn of Merryville, LA, Doug Tucker of Merryville, LA and David Tucker of Merryville, LA. Daughter Debbie Pool and husband Jack of Merryville, LA. Brothers Jack D. Franks of DeRidder, LA and James Everett Franks of Lumberton, TX. Sister Evelyn Tucker of Shreveport, LA. Grandchildren James Eric Tucker, Cody Tucker, Nicole Jeans, Ryan Douglas Tucker, Aimee Tucker, Tessa Gungor and Cheyenne Tucker. Great Grandchildren Raegan Tucker, Luke Tucker, Jordan Jeans, Maddison Jeans and Caroline Clark.
Preceded In Death By: Son James Earl Tucker
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| Roderick Montel McClinton
Roderick Montel Mcclinton was born on December 7, 1962. He departed this life on Nov 8th 2009.
He attended two years of college. He spent his child hood/some adult-hood in Deridder Louisiana. He was educated at DeRidder High School where he played basketball under the leadership of Ellis Spikes, than to graduate from Deridder High School in 1981.
Roderick returned to Deridder in 2008 after living in Baton-Rouge where he worked in the prison system for 18 years.
Roderick joined New Hope under the leadership of Pastor D. S. Beverly. He attended church regularly sung in the chior and helped in the ministry has needed.
Roderick leaves to cherish his memories loving parents, Elmer and Deloris Mcclinton two sisters,Everly West(Roman), Tabeter Robinson, three brothers, Dominick Mcclinton(Vicky), Elmer Mcclinton Jr. (Betsy) and Michael Jackson(Tanya) two grandmonthers Bertha Melvin, Edna Mcclinton: five nephews and five nieces. A host of aunts and uncles.
Visitation will be on Wednesday, November 11, 2009 from 9:00AM until 11:00 AM at New Hope CME in DeRidder, LA. Funeral will be on Wednesday, November 11, 2009 at 11:00 AM at New Hope CME in DeRidder, LA. Burial will be at Starlight Cemetery in DeRidder, LA. Officiating is Rev. Dr. Leon Williams, Presiding Elder and Rev. Dr. Daniel Edwards, Host Pastor.
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| Randy Wayne Harper
I and my Father are One
John 10:30
Randy Wayne Harper, 53 a resident of Burkeville, TX, passed from this life on Saturday, November 07, 2009 in Burkville, Texas.
Visitation will be held at the Myers-Colonial Funeral Home in DeRidder, Louisiana on Tuesday, November 10, 2009, from 3:00 PM until 9:00 PM. and on Wednesday November 11, 2009, from 9:00 AM until the time of service at First United Pentecostal Church in DeRidder. Funeral Service will be held at First United Pentecostal Church in DeRidder, Louisiana on Wednesday, November 11, 2009 at 3:00 PM. Officiating will be Bro. Zale Lewis, Bro. Samuel Ashworth and Bro. Kevin Reeves. Burial will be at Shiloh Cemetery in DeRidder, Louisiana.
Randy Harper is survived by; Mother Edith Walker Coffin of Rosepine, LA. Stepfather Keith Coffin of Rosepine, LA. Wife Elizabeth S. Harper of Burkeville, TX. Son Jonathan Harper of DeRidder, LA. Daughter Andrea Harper Booker and husband Wendell of Ripley, MS. Stepsons Craig Dycus of DeRidder, LA and Clint Dycus of DeRidder, LA. Sister Rose Ashworth and husband Samuel of Singer, LA and Pam Leonard and husband Wayne of DeRidder, LA. Grandchildren Avery Paige Harper, Ava Grace Booker, Mason Cade Booker.
Preceded In Death By Father: Lester Harper.
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| Louis BeBee
Louis “Buddy” BeBee, Sr. of DeRidder, La. passed from this life on November 2, 2009 at Rosepine Nursing Home, Rosepine, La. Visitation will be held on Thursday Novebmer 5, 2009 at Myers Colonial Funeral Home, DeRidder, La from 4:00 PM till 9:00PM. Funeral Service will be on Friday, November 6, 2009 at Myers Colonial Funeral Home, DeRidder, La at 2:00 PM. Rev. Ed Tilley will officiate. Burial will be at Woodlawn Cemetery, DeRidder, La. Louis BeBee is survived by; Wife: Carolyn Bebee, DeRidder, La, Sons: Louis Wayne & Eva Bebee Jr., of DeRidder, Darryl & Kala Bebee, Sr. Rosepine, Robert & Bessie Bebee, DeRidder, La. Daughter: Connie & William Fowler of DeRidder. Sisters: June Dockrey, DeRidder, Barbara Hardin, Lulu Durbin, and Brenda Lilly all of Slydell, La. 18 Grandchildren and 19 Great Grandchildren
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Emma Spikes
Emma "Sis" Spikes 100 of DeRidder passed from this life on Saturday, October 31, 2009.
Visitation will begin Friday from 6:00 PM until 9:00 PM November 6, 2009 at Myers Colonial Funeral Home. Services will be Saturday November 7 at 11:00 AM at Norris Memorial Church of God in Christ, 501 E. North Street DeRidder, La. Internment will be at Spikes Cemetery, Bancroft La. Mrs. Spikes is survived by sons: Otis Spikes and Elmer Spikes of Bancroft, La., Chester Spikes, Roy Spikes, and Edward Spikes of DeRidder, La. Daughters: Azzie Lee Davis, Ethel Spikes and Alberta Louis of DeRidder, Roberta Thompkins of Houston, Texas. and Hattie Turner of Sacramento, California. 32 Grandchildren, 35 Great Grandchildren and 9 Great Great Grandchildren.
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Ola Mae Sims
Ola Mae Sims of Vinton, LA passed from this life on Thursday October 29, 2009 Sulphur, La. Visitation will be Saturday, October 31, 2009 at Myers Colonial Funeral Home from 5:00PM till 9:00PM. Funeral Service will be on Sunday November 1, 2009 at 2:00 PM, at Myers Colonial Funeral Home in DeRidder, La. Interment Meadows Cemetery. Ola Mae Sims is survived by; Sons: Jeffrey Linn King and Reghan of Vinton, Randy Gene King and Dusti of Evans, Troy Dale King of Vinton, and Johnny Lee King of Vinton. Daughters: Brandy West and Zane of Sulphur.
Sisters: Mary Robbins of Port Arthur, Texas, and Johnnie Ruth Wirtz of Green Bay Wisconsin. 6 Grandchildren: Troy Dale King, Jr, Kaitlyn King, Madison King, Lathan Pago, Logan King, Zoey West.
Numerous Nieces and Nephews
Preceded in Death by her Parents: Clifton Sims, Sr. and Ola Courville
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| Inez Lanier
Ruby Inez Lanier of Merryville, LA passed from this life on October 26, 2009 in Merryville, Louisiana. Visitation will be held on Wednesday October 28, 2009 from 12:00 PM - 10:00 PM, at Myers Colonial Funeral Home in DeRidder and from 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM, Thursday, October 29, 2009 in DeRidder, Louisiana. Funeral Service will be held on Thursday, October 29, 2009, 2:00 PM at Myers Colonial Funeral Home in DeRidder, Louisiana. Rev. Roy Lee Johnson and Rev. Guy Snyder will officiate. Interment will be at Meadows Cemetery, Merryville, Louisiana .
Inez was a native and lifelong resident of Merryville. She was a 1956 graduate of Merryville High School. Inez was a cook at Merryville Nursing Home for 21 and Ľ years. She was a loving mother and grandmother and will be missed.
Inez is survived by; Sons: Robert Lanier of Afghanistan, Mike and Angie Lanier of Merryville, Louisiana, Donnie Lanier of Houston, Texas, Russell Lanier of Merryville, Louisiana, Dean Lanier of Merryville, Louisiana. Daughters: Kathy and David Riggs of Merryville, Louisiana, Sheila Lanier Beard of Merryville, Louisiana. Brother: Delmer Burks of Rosepine, Louisiana. Sister: Lena Mae Robberson of Merryville, Louisiana.
13 Grandchildren and 7 Great Grandchildren
Numerous nieces and nephews
Inez was preceded in death by her husband, Robert “Bobby” Lanier and a son, Carl “Smokey” Lanier.
Pallbearers will be: Robert Lanier, Mike Lanier, Russell Lanier, Donnie Lanier, Dean Lanier, David Riggs and Levi Lanier.
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| Beverly Joan Bjorklund Martin
Beverly Joan Bjorklund Martin 78 of DeRidder, LA passed from this life on Wednesday, October 21, 2009. Visitation will be held on Friday October 23, 2009 at Shady Grove Pentecostal Church from 4:00 PM - 10:00 PM. Visitation will continue on Saturday October 24, 2009 from 10:00 AM til the time of service. Funeral Service will be held on Saturday October 24, 2009 at 3:00 PM at Shady Grove Pentecostal Church in DeRidder, LA. Interment will be at buck-Martin Cemetery.
Beverly Joan Bjorklund Martin is survived by her Children: Douglas Martin & wife Reba of Mittie, LA, Bruce Martin & wife Jerry Ann of DeRidder, LA, Eddie Martin & wife Mitzi of DeRidder, LA, Susan Townson & husband Gary of Grant, LA, Sandi Dowden of Elizabeth, LA, Doyle Martin & wife Lynette of DeRidder, LA. Sister: Joelle Martin of Pitkin, LA, Sharyl Harrington of TN, Sharon Lansworthy of Des Moines, IA. Brothers: Ronald Bjorklunk of MN, Merlyn Bjorklund of MN, Burdette Bjorklund of MN. 25 Grandchildren, 15 Great Grandchildren. Preceded In Death By: Husband Ned Martin, Son Jeffery Martin.
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| Patsy Beckham
Patsy A Beckham 59 of DeRidder, LA passed from this life on Monday, October 19, 2009 in DeRidder, Louisiana.
Visitation will be held at the Myers-Colonial Funeral Home in DeRidder, Louisiana on Tuesday, October 20, 2009, from 4:00 PM until 9:00 PM and on Wednesday October 21, 2009, from 10:00 AM until the time of service. Funeral Service will be held at Myers-Colonial Funeral Home in DeRidder, Louisiana on Wednesday, October 21, 2009 at 3:00 PM. Bro. Keith Bateman, Bro. Lee Perkins will officiate. Burial Pleasant Hill Cemetery in DeRidder, Louisiana
Patsy Beckham is survived by; Mother: Betty Spikes of DeRidder, LA. Sons: Joshua Lee Warden of DeRidder, LA,
David Allen Beckham of DeRidder, LA. Brother: Johnny & Mary Sharp of DeRidder, LA. Sister: Shirley Spikes of DeRidder, LA. 2 Grandchildren
Preceded In Death By: Father: Johnnie Miles Sharp, Stepfather: Jeff Spikes
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| Warren Horsley
Warren Ray Horsley passed from this life on Saturday ,October 17, 2009 in Wichita , Kansas . Visitation will be held on Wednesday October 21, 2009 beginning at 5:00 PM till 9:00 PM , Thursday 10:00 AM till 9:00 PM at Myers Colonial Funeral Home in DeRidder, La. Funeral Service will be held on Friday, October 23, 2009, 11:00 AM Christway Church in DeRidder, La. Rev. Kenis Smith and Rev. Wade Carroll will officiate. Interment will be at Rosepine Cemetery.
Warren Horsley is survived by; Sons: Larry Horsley of DeRidder, Dean and Linda Horsley of DeRidder, Merle and Vickie Horsley of Rosepine. Brother: Hudson Horsley of Rapid City, South Dakota. Sisters: Alice Koppelman and Leona Potts of Rapid City, South Dakota; Stella & husband, Don Kraft of Wessington Springs, South Dakota.
Sister-in-Law: Velma Horsely of Holbrook, AZ. 9 Grandchildren and 15 Great Grandchildren
Preceded in Death by wife: Naomi Horsley, son: David Horsley, daughter: Carol Ladner and brother: Dale Horsley.
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| Bobbie Bedford
Funeral Services for Bobbie Ann Bedford, 58 of DeRidder will be held at 11 AM Saturday, October 24, 2009 at First Assembly of God 801 N. Texas St. in DeRidder with Rev. Charlie Fields Officiating. Visitation will be on Friday October 23, 2009, from 6 PM until 8 PM at Myers-Colonial Funeral Home in DeRidder, LA. Ms. Bedford passed away on Sunday afternoon at Lake Charles Memorial Hospital. She was a native of DeRidder. She graduated from Carver High School in 1969. She enjoyed writing, drawing, story-telling and laughing with family and friends.
She is survived by her mother, Margie J. Thomas of DeRidder, four sisters Gerldine B. Willis, Aline Bedford, Margie A. Terrell all of DeRidder, Cynthia Gonzales of Seattle, WA. Two brothers Harvey Bedford and wife Jennifer of Missouri City, TX, Carlton Bradford of DeRidder, longtime friend Thomas Roy, nieces Margaretta Mayes, Victoria Davis both of DeRidder, Melinda Willis of Lake Charles and many more nieces and nephews. She is preceded in death by her father, Curtis Bedford, grandmother Lizzie Cobbs, brother Robert Lee Bedford and nephew Curtis Lee Bedford.
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| Charlotte Dugan
Charlotte Ann Duggan passed from this life on Sunday, October 18, 2009 in Merryville, Louisiana. Memorial Service will be held at a later date.
Charlotte Duggan is survived by; Son: Charles Farmer of Huntsville, Texas. Daughters: Bridget Farmer of Baton Rouge, LA, Tina Farmer of Coupland, Texas, Roxanne Duggan of Vidor, Texas, Stephanie Duke of Merryville, LA.
Brothers: Jim Baumann of Denham Springs, LA, Maurice Baumann Jr. of Denham Springs, LA, Johnny Baumann of Mississippi. Mother-In-Law: Bertie Duggan of Starks, LA. 15 Grandchildren, 6 Great Grandchildren.
Charlotte was preceded in death by her husband, Steve Duggan and a son, Peter Rakintzis.
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| J. C. Ashworth
J.C. Ashworth 84 a resident of Bleakwood, Texas passed from this life Tuesday, October 13, 2009 at Christus Jasper Memorial Hospital in Jasper, Texas.
Visitation will begin on Friday, October 16, 2009 at True Light Baptist Church, Merryville, La. beginning at 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm. Services will be Saturday, October 17, 2009 at 2:00 PM with the Rev. Raymond Landry officiating.. Burial will follow at Spikes Cemetery , Bancroft.
J.C. Ashworth is survived by; Wife Mary Wingate Ashworth, Bleakwood, Texas. Sons Gerry & Ocie Ashworth, Oberlin, La. Stepsons Walter & Latisha Hunter, Kirbyville, Texas, Billy Ray & Linda Hunter, Bleakwood, Texas. Special Sons: Rick Jackson, Bleakwood, Texas, Al Garner, Merrville, La. Daughters Sandra Hunter, Bleakwood, Texas, Brenda Diggles, Newton, Texas , Minnie & Gregary Tyler, Newton, Texas, Vanessa Hubbard, Newton, Texas. Step-daughter Mary Jackson, Kirbyville, Texas. Brothers: Arthur & Annie Rae Ashworth, DeRidder, Louisiana. 27 Grandchildren; 45 Great-Grandchildren and a host of nieces and nephews.
Pallbearers: Rick Jackson, Al Garner, Brian Hooper, Ricky Jackson, Jr., Tommy Ashworth.
Honorary Pallbearers:
Gill Ashworth, Gerry Ashworth, Walter Hunter, Gerrick Ashworth, Jamar Hunter, Brian Jackson, Billy Hunter, Etienne Ashworth, Mandrell Ashworth, Dominique Ashworth, Arthur Ashworth.
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| David Russell Cooley
David Russell Cooley 63 of Sugartown, LA passed from this life on Thursday, October 15, 2009, in DeRidder, LA
Visitation will be on Friday, October 16, 2009 from 5:00PM til 9:00 PM, Saturday October 17, 2009 from 10:00AM til 9:00PM and Sunday, October 18, 2009 from 10:00 AM til the time of service at Myers Colonial Funeral Home in DeRidder, Louisiana. Funeral Service will be on Sunday, October 18, 2009 at Myers Colonial Funeral Home in DeRidder, LA at 2:00 PM. Interment will be at Hopewell Cemetery, Dry Creek, LA.
Russell Cooley is survived by; Wife: Tessa Cooley of Sugartown, LA. Son: Tony Cooley of Sugartown, LA, Danny & Amber Cooley of Merryville, LA. Daughters: Sherry & Hardy Hickman of Vidor, TX, Kelly Cooley of Benton, LA. Brothers: James LaGrone of Eugene, OR, Joe LaGrone of Houston, TX. Sisters: Trellis Havens of DeRidder, LA, Grace Alston of Jasper, TX, Barbara Matthews of DeRidder, LA, Rachel Miers of DeRidder, LA. Grandchildren: Tommy Lee Foreman of DeRidder, LA, Ricky Wayne Foreman of DeRidder, LA, Krissy Dougherty of Buna, TX, Michael Cooley of Bridge City, TX, Brittney Hickman of Vidor, TX, Robert Avera of Benton, LA, Marshall Cooley of Anacoco, LA, Haley Deome of Benton, LA, Blake Cooley of Anacoco, LA, Russell Cooley of Merryville, LA.
4 Great Grandchildren.
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| Billy Joe Johnson
Billy Joe Johnson of DeRidder, LA passed from this life Thursday October 15, 2009, DeRidder, La. Visitation will be held on Sunday October 18, 2009 at 5:00 P.M to 9:00 P.M. at Myers-Colonial Funeral Home. Funeral Service will be held on Monday October 19, 2009 at Myers-Colonial Funeral Home in DeRidder, Louisiana at 2:00 P.M. Rev. George Lee & Rev. Ken Sifford will officiate. Interment will be at Beauregard Cemetery.
Billy Joe Johnson is survived by Son: Roddy & Kelly Johnson of DeRidder, La. Daughter: Valerie & David Hoffpauir of Lake Charles, Louisiana. Brother: Bonna Lesta Schwatz of Deer Park, Texas. Sister: Novie Jean Johnson Nettles of Goodwich, Texas, Virginia Ann Johnson of Raytown, Ks. 5 Grandchildren and 2 Great Grandchildren.
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| Betty Gimnich |
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| Betty Jean Gimnich
Betty Jean Gimnich age 54 passed from this life Sunday, October 11, 2009 in Merryville, Louisiana. Visitation will be on Tuesday, October 13, 2009 from 5:00PM-9:00PM and also October 14, 2009 from 9:00 AM til time of service at Grace Church in DeRidder, LA. Funeral Service will be on Wednesday, October 14, 2009 at Grace Church in DeRidder, Louisiana at 10:00 AM. Interment will be at Hopewell Cemetery in DeRidder, Louisiana.
Rev. George L. Glass, Jr., Rev. George Lee Glass and Rev. Larry Gimnich will be officiating.
Betty is survived by; Mother: Mamie A. Gimnich of DeRidder, LA. Sons: Bryan Young of Oakdale, LA, Samuel Spence of DeRidder, LA. Daughter: Buffy Terrell and husband David of Merryville, LA. Brothers: Jerry Gimnich and wife Linda of Dallas, Texas, Sam Gimnich and wife Debbie of Rosepine, LA, Gary Gimnich and wife Carla of DeRidder, LA, Larry Gimnich and wife Carolyn of Cabot, AR. Sister: Dorothy Westfall and husband Robert of DeRidder, LA, Joann Francis and husband Alvin of Lindale, Texas, Glenda Johnson and husband Harold of DeRidder, LA, Sherry Pfantz and husband Theron of DeRidder, LA. 3 Grandchildren: Casey Franks, Dallas Franks and Zachary Terrell. She is also survived by Charles Spence.
Betty was preceded in death by her father, S.D. Gimnich and a Sister, Peggy G. Brown.
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| Elizabeth P. Keyes
Elizabeth P. Keyes age 66 passed from this life on Monday, October 5, 2009, at Christus Jasper Memorial Hospital in Jasper, TX. She was a resident of Bon Weir, TX.
A visitation will be held on Saturday, October 10, 2009 at 9:00 AM til time of service at True Light Baptist Church in Merryville, Louisiana. Funeral Services will be on Service will be held on Saturday October 10, 2009 at 11:00 AM at True Light Baptist Church in Merryville, Louisiana. Burial will be at Belgrade Cemetery in Bon Wier, TX.
Elizabeth Keys is survived by; Son: Ernest (Mary) Keyes of Bon Wier, TX, Johnny (Lynette) Keyes of Jacksonville, FL, Carl Keyes of Jacksonville, FL. Daughters: Aquanetta (Ricky) Issac of Bon Wier, TX, Tammie (Robert) Arnold of Merryville, LA, Carla Keyes of Jacksonville, FL. Brothers: Letha Palmer of Many, LA. Sisters: Katherine King of Many, LA, Viola Hale of Many, LA. 18 Grandchildren, 16 Great Grandchildren.
Preceded In Death By: Son: Franklin Keyes, 1st Husband: Johnny Keyes Sr., and three sisters and 1 brother
She will be missed by a host of Family and Friends
The Keyes family would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to Consolidate Home Health – Newton, Texas; Christus Jasper Memorial Hospital and Ambulance Service; True Light Baptist Church Family and Bon Wier COGIC Church Family as well as Family & Friends for all your prayers and words of encouragement during this time.
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| Phillip W. Talley
Phillip W. Talley, 30, of Merryville, Louisiana passed away on October 9, 2009 in Shreveport, LA.
Funeral Services will be at 10:00 AM, Wednesday, October 14, 2009 at Myers Colonial Funeral Home in DeRidder, LA. Visitation will be at 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM, Tuesday, October 13, 2009 at Myers Colonial Funeral Home in DeRidder, LA and from 9:00 AM – Service time Wednesday, October 14, 2009 at Myers Colonial Funeral Home in DeRidder, LA. Bro. Tom Stucke will officiate. Burial will be at Cold Spring Cemetery in Anacoco, Louisiana.
Phillip is survived by:
Wife: Jessica Chaney Talley of Merryville, LA
Mother: Bybee and Stan Woodward of Las Cruces, New Mexico
Son: Austin Wayne Talley of Merryville, LA
Maternal Grandmother: Mary Lucio of Las Cruces, New Mexico
Maternal Grandfather: Floyd Earls of Havre De Grace, Maryland
Brothers: Richard Ludwig, Tom Earls, Joey Talley, RJ Talley, Lynn Woodward,
DJ Woodward, Tyler Woodward, Eric Ludwig, Matt Ludwig and Sam Ludwig.
Phillip was preceded in death by a son, Lyndon Ashby Talley and his father, Rickey Wayne Talley.
Phillip served in the US Army for 9 years. During that time he spent 1 year on a tour of duty in Iraq. Phillip was pursuing a degree in Process Engineering at Sowela Technical College in Lake Charles. He was an avid reader and loved his Harley as well as rebuilding cars. Phillip was a good husband and father who will be missed greatly.
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| Bobby Williams |
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| Bobby Williams
Bobby Williams, 58, of DeRidder, Louisiana, passed away on October 6, 2009 in Vernon Parish.
VISITATION will be Thursday, October 8, 2009 from 12:00 – 10:00 PM at Myers Colonial Funeral Home in DeRidder, Louisiana and Funeral Services will be Friday, October 9, 2009 @ 10:00 AM at Myers Colonial Funeral Home in DeRidder, Louisiana.
Officiating will be Bro. Samuel Ashworth
Burial Services will take place immediately follow the funeral at Good Hope Cemetery in Singer, Louisiana
SURVIVORS:
Sisters: Frances Jean (Adrian) of DeRidder, Louisiana; Josephine Hufstetler of DeRidder, Louisiana and Zena Clark of Monroe, Louisiana
Brothers: Sam S. Venturella, Sr. (Carol) of DeRidder, Louisiana; R.C. Williams, Jr (Judy) of Tyler, Texas; Jackie R. Williams, Sr. (Carolyn) of DeRidder, Louisiana and Ronald Paul Williams, Sr. (Joy) of DeRidder, Louisiana
Step Sons: Roy W. Harbison of Monroe, Louisiana and Robert E. Harbison of DeRidder, Louisiana
Step Daughters: Kathy L. Keeney of Santa Ana, Texas; Gale Grubbs of DeRidder, Louisiana and Cindy Tilley of DeRidder, Louisiana
14 Grandchildren & 25 Great Grandchildren
Bobby was preceded in death by his parents Gertrude (Williamson) and R. C. Williams, Sr. and by his wife of 39 years Dora Ella Williams.
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| Ricky Johnson |
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| Ricky Lynn Johnson
Ricky Lynn Johnson passed away on October 4, 2009 in Leesville, Louisiana.
Visitation will be from 3:00 -10:00 P.M. October 5, 2009 at Myers Colonial Funeral Home DeRidder, Louisiana and Funeral S
ervices will be 10:00 A.M. October 6, 2009 at Pentecostal Gospel Lighthouse, DeRidder, Louisiana.
Officiating will be Rev. Ed Tilley and Rev. Louis Magee. Burial will immediately follow at Oak Forest Cemetery, Leesville, La.
Survivors Include: Wife: Kathy Johnson of Leesville, La.
Parents: Manfried “Bit” and Christine Johnson of Leesville, La.
Sons: Michael “Mudd” Johnson of Leesville, Caleb “CB” Johnson of Leesville, La. and Joshua Johnson of Pensacola, Fl.
Step-Children: Casey & Ricky Faulk of Longville, La. and Amy & Chad Ellender also of Longville.
Brothers & Sisters: Robert and Denise Johnson of Leesville, La., Elizabeth “Lizzy” and C.J. Romero of New Iberia, Peggy and James Northcutt of Leesville, Janice and Jimmy Doyle of Leesville, Manfield “Steve” and Wenda Johnson of Anacoco, Mark and Chelon Johnson of Anacoco, Kim Johnson of Leesville, Christopher “Cooter” and Jessica Johnson of Leesville, Michael “ Mikey D” Johnson of Leesville, Salina “Lener” Johnson of Leesville, and a host of nieces and nephews.
Grandchildren: Landon Purdon, Tyler Ellender, Talynn Ellender, Savannah Faulk & Montana Faulk.
Ricky loved his family and was a member of Pentecostal Gospel Lighthouse. He also was a member of the North American Hunt Club. He loved to hunt and ride his Harley.
Preceded in Death by: Grandparents Elbert & Gertrude Johnson, and Arthur Steve & Mary Vincent
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| Jerry Joe Maxie |
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| Jerry Joe Maxie
Jerry Joe Maxie, 61, of Hornbeck, La., passed away Saturday, October 3, 2009, at Byrd Regional Hospital in Leesville, LA.
Visitation will be Wednesday, October 7, 2009 at 11:00AM til 9:00 PM at Myers Colonial Funeral Home in DeRidder, Louisiana. Graveside Funeral Services will be held on Thursday October 8, 2009 at Good Hope Cemetery in Singer, LA at 10:00 AM
SURVIVORS:
Mother: Vera D. Maxie of Hornbeck, LA
Wife: Shelly Anne Maxie of Hornbeck, LA
Son: Jerry Antone & Amy Maxie of Pitkin, LA
Daughters: Stacy & Roger Pettifield of Ragley, LA; Amy & James Westfall of Hornbeck, LA; Marcia & Taylor McLaughlin of Broken Arrow, OK and Roxie Anne Maxie and Fiancé Christian Alvarado of Hobbs, NM
Brothers: Raymond “Bones” Maxie of Hornbeck, LA and LeRoy & Carol Maxie of Pineville, LA
Sisters: Mary & Johnny Sharp of DeRidder, LA and Joyce Erwin & and Fiancé Mike Davis of Hornbeck, LA
15 Grandchildren
Preceded In Death by: Father Clarence A Maxie, Brother: Clarence “C.W.” Maxie and Grandson: Kolton James Westfall
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Ruby Lee Dale
Mrs. Ruby Dale, 91 of Lake Charles, Louisiana passed away Friday, October 2, 2009 in Lake Charles, Louisiana.
Visitation will be from 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM, Sunday, October 4, 2009 at Myers Colonial Funeral Home in DeRidder, Louisiana. Funeral Services will be at 2:00 PM, Sunday, October 4, 2009 at Myers Colonial Funeral Home in DeRidder, Louisiana. Burial will follow at Cooper Cemetery in DeRidder, Louisiana. Rev. George L. Glass, Jr. will officiate.
Mrs. Dale is survived by: Three Neices, Mary Beth Green Towns and husband, Harry Towns of Lake Charles; Betty Flanagan of Mobile, Alabama and Dottie Steltzen and husband, Jim Steltzen of DeRidder; Two Great Neices, Kelli Brown Johnson and husband, Joe Johnson of Iowa, Louisiana and Amy Litton and husband, Jamie Litton of Alexandria, Louisiana and Four Great Nephews, Randy Brown and wife, Tammy Brown of DeRidder, Louisiana; Greg Green and wife, Tamara Green of Bastrop, Louisiana; David Green and wife, Marnie Green of Baton Rouge, Louisiana and Gary Flanagan of Mobile, Alabama.
Mrs. Dale was preceded in death by her husband, Bert Dale.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to the Gideons.
The family would like to thank Ruby’s caregivers for their hard work and dedication: Tina Schexnayder, Linda Benoit, Rose Mary Smith and Arlicia Dorsey.
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| Ricky Andrews |
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| Ricky Evans Andrews
Ricky Evans Andrews, 44, of Baton Rouge, LA, passed from this life on Sunday, September 27, 2009 in Baton Rouge, Louisiana.
Visitation will be held at the Grace Church in DeRidder, Louisiana on Saturday October 3, 2009, from 9 AM until time of service and funeral services will be held at Grace Church in DeRidder, Louisiana on Saturday, October 3, 2009 at 11AM. The officiant will be Rev. Keith Stevenson. Burial will immediately follow at Beauregard Cemetery in DeRidder, Louisiana.
Survivors include:
Father: Berl Andrews of DeRidder, LA
Mother: Dorothy Andrews of DeRidder, LA
Son: Ricky Andrews Francisco of Nashville, TN
“Pop” Bobby McGowan of NJ
Sisters: Jennifer D. Andrews Mosley of Hattiesburg, MS
Stepmother: Gloria McGowan of NJ
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Juanita D. Midkiff
Mrs. Juanita Midkiff, 84, of DeQuincy, La., passed away Tuesday, September 29, 2009, DeQuincy, La.
Visitation will be held Wednesday, September 30, 2009 at Myers Colonial Funeral Home in DeRidder, Louisiana from 4:00 PM to 8 PM. Also visitation from 9:00 AM to 11:00AM October 1, 2009 at Hargrove Baptist Church in DeQuincy, Louisiana.
Funeral Services will be held Thursday, 11:00 AM at Hargrove Baptist Church, DeQuincy, Louisiana. Officiating the service will be Rev. Paul Nugent and Bro. Harry Mephens.
Private burial services will follow at a later dat at Cottonwood Community Cemetery.
Mrs. Midkiff is survived by two sons, Jerry Hacker of Moss Bluff and Alvin Midkiff and wife Gwen of Moss Bluff; two daughters, Debbie Cooper and husband Darrell of DeQuincy, La. and Susan Edwards of Lake Charles, La.; one sister: Betty Myers of Lake Jackson, Texas; 13 Grandchildren and 13 Great Grandchildren.
Mrs. Midkiff was preceded in death by three children; Francis Hall, Rita Langley, Milton Midkiff and her husband; Hollis Milton. Midkiff.
A native of DeQuincy and Charter member of Hargrove Baptist Church, Juanita enjoyed photography and gardening. She loved her family and will be greatly missed.
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ANNA LUCILLE BREWER
A Memorial Service for Mrs. Brewer will be held at Myers Colonial Funeral Home in DeRidder, LA on September 30, 2009 at 1:00 PM. The Minister will be Pastor Vic Warrick of Christway Church in DeRidder.
Mrs. Brewer joins her daughters: Shirley Ann Majors, Carol Suzanne Withers, husband Willis Brewer and 9 brothers and sisters in Heaven. The Trumpets are sounding and her loved ones are gathering to celebrate the arrival of our grandmother. There are no tears in Heaven for there is no pain and only joy, however; there are tears of sadness and tears of joy here on earth for our grandmother has gone home.
On Monday, September 28, 2009 at 1:40 pm, the moment went fast. The presence of God was so strong in her room it was peaceful. The last earthly minutes were painless as tears of joy formed in her eyes. Those tears were for happiness as she took God’s hand; as she looked up and saw her children and many other loved ones welcoming her home.
Mrs. Brewer is survived by her Son-In-Law, Carlis J. Withers of DeRidder, LA; 6 Grandchildren: Robin Arnall of Tulsa, OK; Len Majors of Corinth, TX; James Withers of Burleson, TX; Kimberly Johnson of Plano, TX; Kelly Guimbellot of DeRidder, LA; Kerri Donovan of Lorton, VA; 12 Great Grandchildren: Adam Majors, Cody Arnall, Cory Majors,
Hobie Kyle Johnson, Joshua Guimbellot, Brandon Guimbellot, Jessica Withers, Simon Johnson, Christen Withers,
Kiersten Donovan, Hannah Guimbellot and Emily Donovan.
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| Bradley Keith Fleenor, Jr.
Bradley Keith Fleenor, Jr., 27, departed this life on Wednesday, September 23, 2009 in DeRidder, Louisiana.
Visitation will begin on Saturday, September 26, 2009 at 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM at Myers Colonial Funeral Home in DeRidder, Louisiana and again on Sunday, September 27, 2009 from 12:00 PM until the time of service at 2:00 PM at Myers Colonial Funeral Home in DeRidder, Louisiana with the Rev. Truitt Brown officiating. Burial will be at Beauregard Cemetery in DeRidder, Louisiana.
Survivors include: Daughter: Kelsey Fleenor; Brother: Don Fleenor; Sister: Alicia Ruiz.
Bradley was preceded in death by: Bradley Fleenor, Sr; Catherine Fleenor; Dallas Fleenor; Amber Fleenor and Melissa Fleenor.
Bradley will be missed by all who knew and loved him.
"For we know that all things work together for the good of those that love Him according to His purpose for them"
Romans 8:28
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Geraldine Smith Lee
Geraldine Smith Lee, 81, passed away Sunday, September 20, 2009 in San Antonio, Texas.
Visitation will begin Thursday, September 24, 2009 from 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM at Myers Colonial Funeral Home in DeRidder, Louisiana. Services will be held Friday, September 25, 2009 at 10:00 am at Grace Church in DeRidder, Louisiana. Burial will be in Beauregard Cemetery.
Geraldine is survived by her: Daughter: Linda (Ronald) Woytek of San Antonio, Texas; Sons: Thomas Gerald Lee of Knoxville, TN; Frank Barry Lee of Livingston, TX; Grandchildren: Jacob Woytek; Leah Woytek; Hannah Woytek; Olivia Woytek; Ashley Lee and Matthew Lee. Sister: Ruth Millin of Baton Rouge, LA.
She was preceded in death by: Parents: Amalie Anderson Smith and Clarence Nathan Smith; Brother: Doy Clarence Smith and her spouse: Frank Lee, Jr.
Geraldine was born in Norfolk, Arkansas and raised in DeRidder, Louisiana. She was a graduate of DeRidder High School and received an AA Degree in Music from McNeese State University in Lake Chares and was a member of the McNeese State Band. It was at McNeese where she met her husband of 40 plus years, Frank Lee, Jr.
After Frank graduated from LSU, they settled in Macon, Georgia, where they owned their own business for 25 years; Frank Lee Mobile Homes.
Geraldine then moved to the Houston area in 1981, where she was employed as the comptroller for Castle Dental for 21 years.
When she passed away, she was a resident of Livingston and San Antonio, Texas. She was a member of the Highland Hills Baptist Church of Macon, Georgia and the Covenant Life Christian International Church of Humble, Texas.
Geraldine had an adventurous spirit. She loved to travel and see new places. Geraldine loved her family and grandchildren. She was a religious woman who faithfully served her Lord.
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| John Glaspie |
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The Lord is my light and my salvation; of whom shall I be afraid?
Wait on the Lord; be of good courage and he shall strengthen thine heart; wait, I say, on the Lord.
Psalms 27:1, 14
JOHN GLASPIE
Mr. John Glaspie was born July 5, 1932 to the late Tom (L.) and Princella (Miller) Glaspie.
He attended the Church of Christ in Bon Wier, Texas. He was employed with West Brothers in DeRidder, Louisiana in 1969 as a Maintenance Supervisor. He retired in 1984.
He married at an early age to Aslomia Nelson and to this union Six Children were born.
He was preceded in death by his parents; a daughter, Cheryl Glaspie; Five Brothers: Sam, Levi, Robert, B.B., and Lambert; Six Sisters: Cleta Thomas, Beatrice Denton, Dovie Smith, Mary Glaspie, Pearl Glaspie and Dessie Randolph.
John leaves to cherish his memory: his loving wife, Aslomia Glaspie; Two Sons: Allan L. Glaspie (Petula) of Lake Charles, Louisiana and Johnny Glaspie (Mary) of Bon Wier, Texas; Three Daughters: Beverly Harris of San Antonio, Texas, Gwendolyn Traylor of Cincinatti, Ohio and Bonnie Jackson (A.J.) of San Antonio, Texas; 11 Grandchildren; 2 Great Grandchildren and a host of nieces, nephews, relatives and friends.
Visitation will be from 9:00 AM until 11:00 AM, Saturday, September 19, 2009 at Myers Colonial Funeral Home in DeRidder. Funeral Services will be held at 11:00 AM at Myers Colonial Funeral Home in DeRidder on Saturday, September 19, 2009. Brother William Nelson, Jr. will officiate. Burial will follow at Merryville Community Cemetery in Merryville, Louisiana.
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| Rev. L. V. Scott |
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| Rev. L. V. Scott
“Praise ye the LORD. Blessed is the man that feareth the LORD, that delighteth greatly in his commandments.” Psalms 112:1
Sunrise – October 13, 1932 Sunset – September 16, 2009
Rev. Lenzo Verlon Scott made his transition from earth to glory on September 16, 2009. Rev. L.V. Scott was born October 13, 1932 to the late Toscar and Dosha (Thomas) Scott.
Rev. L. V. Scott confessed Christ and was baptized at an early age and united with Walnut Grove Baptist Church, Leesville, Louisiana under the pastorate of the late J.W. Gibbs.
He received his Bachelor of Science degree and was conferred from Grambling State University, Grambling, Louisiana with a matriculation in Elementary Education. He also attained a Master’s from Northwestern and plus 30 from McNeese State University in Lake Charles, Louisiana in Early Childhood and Adult Education and faithfully taught in Beauregard Parish School System for more than 30 years.
Rev. L.V. Scott was a very active member of Mt. Zion Baptist Church where he was licensed and ordained as a Minister of the Gospel. In 1986, he was called and ordained as Pastor at Ellen Burr Baptist Church where he served faithfully for approximately 20 years.
Rev. L. V. Scott met the love of his life, Wilma Lee Sowells in West Rosepine, Louisiana and married on December 22, 1957. Their union was blessed with six daughters, Lori, Yvonne, Lydia, Letrece, Lisa and Yolanda.
Rev. L. V. Scott was a man of principle and moral character who willingly and unselfishly gave of himself to his family church and community where he served as, Directors at Beauregard School Employees Federal Credit Union, Louisiana Education Association, National Education Association, Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Teacher for Congress of Christian Education for Calcasieu Association, amongst others.
He leaves to cherish his memories: his devoted wife, Wilma Lee Sowells Scott of DeRidder, Louisiana; Six daughters: Dr. Lori Scott Hunt of Port Arthur, Texas; Dr. Yvonne Scott Miller (Calvin) of Lawrenceville, Georgia; Mrs. Lydia Scott Stewart (Ricky) of Monroe, Louisiana; Mrs. Letrece Scott Harris (Jackie) of Pine Bluff, Arkansas; Mrs. Lisa Scott Broussard (Michael) of Lawrenceville, Georgia; Mrs. Yolanda Scott Johnson (Terry) of Lawrenceville, Georgia; 12 grandchildren: Dana Hunt; Ricky Stewart; Anthony Archield,; Jackie Harris, Jr; Sarah Miller; Joshua Harris ; Calvin Miller, Jr.; Johnathan Harris; John Johnson,; Cameron Miller; Justin Johnson; Jeremiah Johnson; and one great granddaughter, Jordyn Sumbler.
Rev. L. V. Scott leaves to cherish one sister, Cecille Young (Oscar) of New Braunfels, Texas; a uncle, Hoy Scott; two brothers-in-law, Roosevelt Sowells and Walter (Ella) Sowells, two sisters-in-law, Genell (Grover) Carter and Maxie (Dr. Tone) Johnson and host of nieces, nephews and friends.
A celebration of life will begin at 6:30 PM at Ellen Burr Baptist Church in Leesville, Louisiana. Funeral services will begin at 1:00 PM at Mt. Zion Baptist Church in DeRidder, Louisiana with Rev. George Harris officiating. Interment will be in Old Cypress Cemetery in DeRidder, Louisiana.
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| Thomas Peavy |
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| Rev. Thomas Joel Peavy, Sr. 84 passed away September 14, 2009 in Leesville, LA. Funeral Services for Rev. Peavy will be Saturday September 19, 2009 at 1:00 PM at Beth-El Apostolic Church, 1918 Pine St, DeRidder, LA.Visitation will be at Myers-Colonial Funeral Home on September 18, 2009 from 5:00 PM -9:00 PM and 10:00 AM til 12:00 noon on Saturday Sept 19, 2009 at Beth-El Apostolic Church.
Rev. Joel Peavy was a Minister of the Gospel for 64 years. Rev. Peavy pioneered and pastored numerous churches throughout the United States and the country of Italy. He also served his country in the US Army, WW II European Theater. He was a beloved pastor and friend and will be greatly missed.
” I have fought a good fight, I have finished my course, and I have kept the faith”. II Timothy 4:7.
He is survived by Wife: Barbara Savoie Peavy of 64 years of DeRidder, LA; Daughter: Bonne’ Peavy of Cincinnati, Ohio; Son: Thomas Joel Peavy, Jr. of Abilene, TX; Sister: Lavern Childress of DeRidder, LA; Grandson: Thomas Joel Peavy, III, of Abilene, TX; Granddaughter: Shaunna Stark of Abilene, TX ; 1 Great Granddaughter and 4 Great Grandsons.
Preceded in Death by: Daughter: Rachel Peavy.
Pallbearers for Rev. Thomas Joel Peavy, Sr. will be: Jack Peavy; Kenneth Peavy; Bill Bailey; Thomas Childress; Davis Peavy and Bob Childress.
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Ben Rodisch
Ben Rodisch, 75 of Merryville, Louisiana passed away on Saturday, September 12, 2009 in Merryville, Louisiana. Visitation will begin on Monday, September 14, 2009 at Myers Colonial Funeral Home in DeRidder, La from 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM. Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, September 15, 2009 at 11:00 am at Myers-Colonial Funeral Home in DeRidder, La. Visitation will continue at Myers-Colonial Funeral Home from 9:00 AM – time of service. Rev. Roy Hooiser will officiate. Burial will follow at Trout Creek Cemetery in Bleakwood, Texas.
Survivors include:
Wife: Juanita Rodisch of Merryville, LA Step-Sons: Darron Sellers of Merryville, LA Sisters: Gerrie Pringle of LaCampe, LA; Janet Oliff of Bridge City, LA 13 Grandchildren 25 Great Grandchildren
Preceded in Death By: Sister: Barbara Oquinn; Brothers: Roger Wayne Rodisch; Vance “B B” Rodisch, Jr.
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| Archie Havens |
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| Archie Havens
Rev. Archie Murl Havens of Singer, Louisiana, 77, passed away on Thursday, September 10, 2009 in Lake Charles, Louisiana.
Visitation will begin on Friday, September 11, 2009 at Myers Colonial Funeral Home in DeRidder, La from 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, September 12, 2009 at 10:00 am at Grace Church in DeRidder, La. Visitation will continue at Grace Church from 9:00 AM – time of service. Rev. George Lee Glass, Rev. George L. Glass, Sr., Rev. Jimmy Glass and Mr. Jack Creel will officiate. Burial will follow at Havens Cemetery.
Survivors include:
Wife: Lacie DuBose of Singer, LA
Sons: Wesley & Vada Burnett of Singer, LA;
Eugene & Missy Havens of DeRidder, LA
Daughter: Becky Burnett of Nederland, TX
Brother: Joe Havens of Singer, LA
Sisters: Bernice Smith of Westlake, LA; Betty Stine of Sulphur, LA
Grandchildren: Cade Burnett, Kayce Vernier, Sean Larken, Sarah Wing, Connor Havens, Scott Alabed, Richele Vernier and Roni Yonka.A host of Family and Friends.
Pallbearers: Bruce Hudson, Ronald Dubose, Theron Pfantz, Coy Stine, Chris Dear and Cedrick Scott
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| George Glenn Craft, 71, of Merryville, LA died September 8, 2009 at 10:40 PM in his residence. George was born August 3, 1938 to Dean and Trudy Craft. He was a graduate of Merryville High School. After graduation he joined the Air Force. He was stationed at Homestead Air Force Base during the Cuban Missile Crisis. He worked for DSI Transport in Houston, TX for over 10 years. He transferred to Baton Rouge in 1969. He later opened his own business, Geo’s Truck & Trailer Repair. He sold his business in 1991 but continued to work for the company. He retired in 2002. He was a member of FBC, Merryville.
He is survived by his wife of 46 years, Sherry Hill Craft; two daughters, Georgia Thurston of Merryville, LA and Rachel Craft Smith of Baton Rouge, LA; two brothers, Jerrell Craft and wife Judy of Conroe, TX and Jerry Craft and wife Sherry of DeRidder, LA; three sisters, Maxie Hare of Merryville, LA, Betty Daoust of Alvin, TX and Mary Linda Craft of Houston, TX; five grandchildren; Matthew Bennett and wife Lasa of Singer, LA, Emily and Erin Bennett; Reagan and Kevin Smith
Mr. Craft was preceded in death by his parents Dean and Trudy Craft, brother Willie D. Craft and son-in-law Mark Smith.
Visitation will begin on Thursday September 10, 2009 at 5:00-9:00 PM at Myers-Colonial Funeral Home in DeRidder, LA. Funeral Service will be on Friday September 11, 2009 at 10:00 AM at First Baptist Church Of Merryville in Merryville, LA. Burial will be in Cannon Cemetery in Merryville, LA.
Bro. Wayne Squyres will officiate.
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Charles Edwin Duplechien
Charles Edwin Duplechien passed from this life on September 4, 2009. Funeral Services will be held at St. Joseph Catholic Church on September 8, 2009 at 11:00 AM. Mr. Duplechian is survived by; Sons: Charles Duplechien of Autryville, NC; Anthony & Melissa Duplechien of White, GA & Daniel Duplechien of Atlanta, GA. Daughters: Heide Bolton of DeRidder, LA & Christina & Terry Tilley of DeRidder, LA. Brother: Michael Duplechien of Houston, TX. Sisters Barbara Burleigh of Moss Bluff, LA; Patricia Bourgoies of Texas City, TX, Jacquelyn Gile of Lafayette, LA, Diane Duplechien of Reynolds, ND & Bonnie Speers of Lake Charles, LA. 13 Granchildren, 3 Great Grandchildren. Preceded in death by: Parents: Burchman & Ella Duplechien &
Brother: James Duplechien
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Davin Lane Rutherford
Davin Lane Rutherford stillborn passed on September 3, 2009 at Beauregard Memorial Hospital. A Graveside service will be held on Tuesday, September 8, 2009 at 2 PM at Hopewell Cemetery in DeRidder, LA.
Survivors include:
Mother: Crystal Rutherford
Sisters: Darian and Devyn Rutherford of DeRidder, LA
Grand Parents: Cindy and Donny Bailey of DeRidder, LA
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Minnie W. Eaves
Minnie W. Eaves age 92 passed away Thursday, September 3, 2009 in DeRidder, Louisiana. Minnie Eaves was a resident of Merryville, LA.
Visitation will begin on Sunday, September 6, 2009 at Myers Colonial Funeral Home in DeRidder, La from 4:00 PM – 9:00 PM.. Funeral services will be held on Monday, September 7, 2009 at 10:00 am at Myers-Colonial Funeral Home in DeRidder, La with the Rev. Michael Eaves and Rev. Alvin Smith officiating. Burial will follow at Cannon Cemetery.
Survivors include:
Sons: Raymond Eaves of Merryville, LA; James Eaves of Merryville, LA; George Eaves of Merryville, LA; Daniel Eaves of Merryville, LA Daughter: Marilyn Warden of DeRidder, LA; Gloria Midkiff of Vidor, TX;Pauline Stanford of Rosepine, LA.; 21 Grandchildren and Numerous Great-Grandchildren;
Pallbearers: David Eaves; Michael Eaves; Mark Eaves; Van Eaves; Joe Eaves and John Eaves
Preceded in death by: Husband; James L. Eaves; Son: John W. Eaves; Daughter-In-Law; Alice Faye Eaves; 2 Infant Grandsons; Parents; Billy and Mary Ann (Aunt “D”) Whiddon.
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| Annie Florence Smith |
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| Annie Florence Smith
Annie Florence Smith, 84, passed away on Wednesay, August 25, 2009 at Byrd Hospital in Leesville, Louisiana.
Visitation will begin on Thursday, August 27, 2009 at Myers Colonial Funeral Home in DeRidder, Louisiana from 5:00 - 9:00 PM and will continue on Friday, August 28, 2009 at 9:00 am until service time at 10:00 am on Friday, August 28, 2009 at Myers Colonial Funeral Home in DeRidder, Louisiana with the Revs. Jerry Dewitt and Jim Jones officiating. Burial will be at Cooper Cemetery in DeRidder, Louisiana.
Survivors include: Husband: Clarence Smith; Sons: Leslie Smith and spouse, June of Merryville, LA; Ellis Smith and spouse, Lisa of Merryville, LA and Chester Smith and spouse, Vivian of Merryville, LA; Daughter: Mary Sue Herrera and spouse, Matt of Merryville, LA; Brother: John H. Smith of Lake Charles, LA; Sisters: Mary Hadden of St. Francisville, LA and Margret Willsey of Bonifay, FL; 10 Grandchildren and 12 Great Grandchildren.
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| Virginia Midkiff |
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| Virginia Midkiff
Virginia Midkiff, 71, passed away on Sunday, August 23, 2009 at the Merryville Nursing Center in Merryville, Louisiana.
Visitation will begin on Tuesday, August 25, 2009 at Mt. Carmel Baptist Church in Knight Community from 5:00 - 9:00 PM and from 9:00 am until the time of service on Wednesday, August 26, 2009 at Mt. Carmel Baptist Church in Knight Community with the Rev. Wayne Squyres officiating. Burial will be at Hinson Cemetery in Knight Community.
Survivors: Sons: Kirk Midkiff and spouse, Connie of Evans, LA; Craig Midkiff and spouse, Tammie of Merryville, LA; Daughter: Angela Kay and spouse, Sam of Leesville, LA; Brother: Rex Clark of Arlington, TX; Sisters: Flora Kerr of Gainsville, TX and Jame Williams of Gainsville, TX; Grandchildren: Heather Midkiff Nash and spouse David of Burr Ferry, LA; Dustin Midkiff of Evans, LA; Lee Mikdiff of Merryville, LA; Lacia Midkiff Kay and spouse Breenon of Burr Ferry, LA; Lauren Midkiff of Merryville, LA; Zach Mueller of Omaha, NB and Dawn Kay of Florien, LA; Great Grandchildren: Tanner Nash; Trenton Nash; Kaydence Kay; Hayden Kay; Addison Midkiff; Krystal Parker and spouse Kirk; Krysten Brown. She is also survived by many nieces and nephews.
Preceded in death by: Spouse: David LeRoy Midkiff; Parents: Sterling and Nora Clark; Sister: Beth Clark Capps; Brother: Paul Clark; Stepmother: Lillie Clark and Grandson: Thomas David Kay.
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| Curtis Marvin Williams
Curtis Marvin Williams, 89 of Merryville, Louisiana passed away on Monday, August 24, 2009 at Rosepine Retirement and Rehab in Rosepine, Louisiana.
Visitation will begin on Tuesday, August 25, 2009 at Myers Colonial Funeral Home in DeRidder, La from 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM. Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, August 26, 2009 at 10:00 am at Calvary Baptist Church of Merryville, La with the Rev. Jim Miers officiating. Burial will follow at Evans Cemetery.
Survivors include: Spouse: Merline Whiddon Williams of Merryville, La; Children: Geraldine Campbell of Millport, Al; Margie Greninger and spouse, Larry of Merryville, La; Betty DeVore and spouse, D.A. of Merryville, Patsy Corbett and spouse Eddie of Anacoco, La; Curtis Wayne Williams and spouse, Diane of Merryville, La; Julene Quave of Merryville, La; Daughter-in-law; Dale Whiddon of Merryville, La; Son-in-law: William H. “Rooter” Smith of Merryville, La.; Sisters: Geraldine Williams of Lumberton, Tx and Ruth Waldon of Livingston, Tx ; Brother: Max Williams of Silsbee, TX
20 Grandchildren; 44 Great-Grandchildren and 12 Great Great Grandchildren;
Pallbearers: Shawn Greninger; Eddie Corbett; Dan DeVore; Derek Quave; Chris Whiddon; Terry Smith; Bryan Smith; Ronnie Williams and Marlin Cambpell
Preceded in death by: Daughter: Barbara Smith; Sons: Ronnie Williams; Jimmy Whiddon; Grandsons: Mark Jeffery Corbett and Gary Campbell; 1st wife: Essie Watson Willaims
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| Gladys Doyle
Gladys Doyle, 90 of Merryville, LA, passed away on Sunday, August 23, 2009 at DeQuincy Care Center of DeQuincy, Louisiana.
Gladys is survived by her Sons: John Doyle and spouse, Glenda of Clinton, AR; Walter Doyle and spouse, Murline of Starks, LA and William Doyle and spouse, Linda of Lexington, SC; Daughters: Mary Shields of Austin, Texas; Wanda English of Hemphill, Texas; Patricia Miller and spouse, Vern of Baytown, Texas; Martha Calhoun and spouse, Cal of Leesville, LA and Doris Doyle and spouse, Jim of Leesville, LA;
Sister: Ruth Newman of Merryville, LA; 30 Grandchildren; Numerous Great Grandchildren and Great Great Grandchildren.
Visitation: Monday, August 24, 2009 beginning at 5:00PM – 9:00PM at the Merryville Methodist Church in Merryville, LA. Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, August 25, 2009 at 10:00 am with Bros. John Doyle and J. C. Skinner officiating. Burial will be at Merryville Cemetery.
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| Della Clark |
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| Della Mae Clark
Della Mae Clark passed away on Saturday, August 22, 2009 at Beauregard Memorial Hospital in DeRidder, Louisiana.
Visitation will begin on Monday, August 24, 2009 from 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM at Myers Colonial Funeral Home in DeRidder, Louisiana and will continue at 10:00 am Tuesday, August 25, 2009 until the time of service. Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, August 25, 2009 at 2:00 PM at Myers Colonial Funeral Home. Officiating will be Bro. Jerrel Lambright. Burial will follow at Old Cypress Cemetery.
Della is survived by her Son: Ronald Clark and spouse, Charlotte of Ragley, Louisiana; Daughter: Debra Ann Clark of DeRidder, Louisiana. 5 Grandchildren and 6 Great Grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by: Son: Herbert James Clark; Grandson: Jodee Lynn Willis and Spouse: Hubert Clark.
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| William Marzee Keel, Sr.
William Marzee Keel, Sr., departed this life on Friday, August 21, 2009 at Lake Charles Memorial Hospital in Lake Charles, Louisiana.
Visitation will begin on Sunday, August 23, 2009 from 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM at Myers Colonial Funeral Home in DeRidder, Louisiana and from 9:00 am until Service time on Monday, August 24, 2009 at Myers Colonial Funeral Home in DeRidder, Louisiana at 2:00 PM with the Rev. Kenneth Gibson officiating. Burial will follow at Hopewell Cemetery in DeRidder, Louisiana.
Survivors include:
Spouse: Annie B. Keel of DeRidder, LA; Sons: William M. Keel, Jr., of Santa Fe, Texas; Roy L. Cooley of DeRidder, LA; Roger D. Cooley, Sr., of DeRidder, LA and Ralph L. Cooley, Sr., of DeRidder, LA; Daughter: Rita Ann Montano of DeRidder, LA; Sisters: Anita Day of DeRidder, LA; Bobbie Evans of West Monroe, LA and Druly Moses of DeRidder, LA. 16 Grandchildren and 18 Grandchildren.
Mr. Keel was preceded in death by his parents: Grover and Rosaleet Keel and one sister: Lexie Carroll.
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James E. Goode, Jr.
James E. Goode, Jr., passed away on Monday, August 17, 2009 at Lafayette Extended Care in Lafayette, Louisiana.
Visistation will begin at 9:00 am until the time of service at 12:00 PM at Cherry Grove Baptist Church in Mittie, Louisiana on Wednesday, August 19, 2009. Burial will be at Cherry Grove Cemetery in Mittie, Louisiana.
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| Lelan R. Smith |
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| Lelan R. Smith
Lelan R. Smith, 82, of DeRidder, Louisiana, passed from this life on Sunday, August 9, 2009. Visitation will begin on Tuesday, August 11, 2009 from 5 PM until 10 PM at Myers Colonial Funeral Home in DeRidder, Louisiana. Visitation will continue at Westview Baptist Church on Wednesday, August 12, 2009 from 9 AM until the funeral service time. Funeral Services will be held on Wednesday, August 12, 2009 at Westview Baptist Church in DeRidder, Louisiana at 10 AM with Rev. Wayne Kite and Rev. Harlis Meylian will officiate. Burial will follow at Beauregard Cemetery in DeRidder, Louisiana. Survivors include the following: Daughters: Doris and husband Don Stuart of DeRidder, Louisiana, Lynette and husband Douglas Wilson of Leesville, Louisiana, and Janette and husband Tommy Nolde of Leesville, Louisiana; Five Grandchildren: Latonia Alexander and husband John of Lansing, Kansas, Curtis Wilson and wife Maxine of Leesville, Louisiana, Ray Stuart and wife Missy of DeRidder, Louisiana, Lisa Grimes and husband Wesley of Leesville, Louisiana, and Jason Nolde and wife Melissa of Huntington, Texas; as well as Fifteen Great Grandchildren and Two Great Great Grandchildren. Preceded in Death by: Wife of 60 Years: Ruby Smith
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Gene Hammontree
Gene Hammontree, 63, Rosepine, Louisiana, passed from this life on Tuesday, August 4, 2009. Visitation will be held at Myers Colonial Funeral Home in DeRidder, Louisiana on Thursday, August 6, 2009 from 3 PM until 10 PM. Visitation will continue on Friday, August 7, 2009 at Myers Colonial Funeral Home from 9 AM until the time of service. The Funeral Services will be held at Myers Colonial Funeral Home in DeRidder, Louisiana on Friday, August 7, 2009 at 3 O’clock PM with Rev. Lloyd Carrol and Rev. Claud Jeane officiating. Burial will follow at Rosepine Cemetery in Rosepine, Louisiana. He served in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War and was a member of the American Legion post 27, as well as the Louisiana Quarter Horse Association and the American Quarter Horse Association. He was a Lineman Foreman for Kulaga Construction and was dearly loved and will be missed by his family, adopted family and his friends. Survivors include the following: Son: Joel Hammontree of Simpson, Louisiana; Daughter: Jamie Rene Hammontree of Rosepine, Louisiana; Two Granddaughters: Paige Hammontree and Breanne Hammontree; Brother-in-Law: James E. Ambler of Rosepine, Louisiana; Niece: Cathy Ambler of Rosepine, Louisiana; as well as Two Great Nieces. He was preceded in Death by: Father: Ora Hammontree; Mother: Lucille Hammontree; Sister: Dot Hammontree; Brother: Billy Hammontree.
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Doyle Forsythe Smith
Doyle Forsythe Smith, 62, of DeRidder, Louisiana, passed from this life on Tuesday, August 4, 2009. Visitation will be held at Myers Colonial Funeral Home in DeRidder, Louisiana on Friday, August 7, 2009 from 4 PM until 10 PM. Funeral Services will be held at 10 AM on Saturday, August 8, 2009 at Smyrna Baptist Church, Sugartown Hwy 112, DeRidder, Louisiana with Rev. Arlen Smith officiating. Burial will follow at Smyrna Cemetery in DeRidder, Louisiana.
He served in the U.S. Army for 20 years. At retirement, he was the 2nd highest decorated soldier at Fort Polk. He also worked for the American Embassy as a cleared American Guard for many years in El Salvador, Jordan and Kiev. Survivors include the following: Wife: Delores Smith of DeRidder, Louisiana; Daughter: Shanon Gluckman of Merced, California; Step-Children: Vickie Griffin of Harlingen, Texas, Jerry Johnson of Pitkin, Louisiana, Deborah Wise and husband Terry of Mora, Louisiana, Rhonda Haymon and husband Jon of Deville, Louisiana, and Sheila Johnson of Pitkin, Louisiana; Brothers: Cassius and wife Valery Smith of Madison, Alabama, Craig and wife Kathleen Smith of Carmel, California, Mark and wife Diane Smith of Beverly Hills, California, and Christofer Forsythe of Sonoma, California; Sisters: Valerie and husband Don Cuttie of Lutherville, Georgia and Jacquelyn Smith of Castro Valley, California; as well as Three Grandchildren, Seven Step-Grandchildren, and Six Step-Great Grandchildren.
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Dottie Patricia Bridges
Dottie Patricia Bridges, 59, of Merryville, Louisiana, passed from this life on Tuesday, August 4, 2009. Visitation will be held at Green Oak Baptist Church, Hwy 389 in Merryville, Louisiana on Thursday, August 6, 2009 from 5 PM until 9 PM. Funeral Service will be held on Friday, August 7, 2009 at Green Oak Baptist Church, Hwy 389 in Merryville, Louisiana at 10 AM with Rev. Clint Hines and Rev. T. J. Bordelon officiating. Burial will be held at Meadows Cemetery in Merryville, Louisiana. Pallbearers are Walter Bruns, Paul Cooley, John Leon, John Bowman, Elsie Ashworth, Floyd Stark. Honorary Pallbearers will be David Nichols and Glen Moore. The Pianist will be Jerry Hines accompanied by Soloist Carolyn Sharp. She was a member of Green Oak Baptist Church. She loved working in the church nursery and was a nurses aid. She is survived by: her dear friends Walt and Barbara Bruns of Merryville, Louisiana and her church family. Preceded in Death by: Parents: C. A. and Arra Bridges and Beloved Aunt: Mattie Cochran
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| Cleveland Singleton |
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| Cleveland Singleton
Cleveland Singleton, 91, passed from this life on Monday, August 3, 2009 in Rosepine, Louisiana. Visitation will be held on Monday, August 10, 2009 at Starlight Baptist Church in DeRidder, Louisiana from 9 AM until the Time of Service. Funeral Services will be held at 11 O'clock AM on Monday, August 10, 2009 at the Starlight Baptist Church in DeRidder, Louisiana.
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| Thelma Mae Peters |
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| Thelma Mae Peters
Thelma Mae Peters, 90, of Lake Charles, Louisiana, passed from this life on Saturday, August, 1, 2009. Visitation will be held at Myers Colonial Funeral Home in DeRidder, Louisiana on Monday, August 3, 2009 from 4 PM until 9 PM. It will continue on Tuesday, August 4, 2009 at Gospel Lighthouse Pentecostal Church in DeRidder from 10 AM until time of service. Funeral services will be held at Gospel Lighthouse Pentecostal Church on Tuesday, August 4, 2009 at 11 AM with Rev. Eddie Tilley officiating. Burial will follow at Rosepine Cemetery in Rosepine, Louisiana. Ms. Peters is survived by the following; Son: Jerry Peters of Lake Charles, Louisiana; Grandson: Christian Peters of Ontario, Canada; Brother: Herman Neal Nash of DeRidder, Louisiana; Sisters: Velma Jordan of DeRidder, Louisiana, Gladys McFarland of Lake Charles, Louisiana, and Pauline Farrer of Graniteville, South Carolina. She was preceded in death by; Husband: Matthew Peters; Son: Paul Peters; Sister: Gwendolyn McCallon; Brothers: George Murphy Nash and John Homer Nash.
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