Obituaries

Penny Ann Tharp McVey

Penny Ann Tharp McVey

Sep 23, 2025

Penny Ann McVey, born on August 13, 1964, in Richwood, WV, passed away on September 23, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of love and warmth that will be forever cherished. As a devoted homemaker, Penny poured her heart into caring for her family. She had an incredible ability to be there for anyone in need, always ready to lend a...

Victor Kenneth Perry

Victor Kenneth Perry

Oct 1, 2025

Victor Kenneth Perry, 93, of DeRidder, Louisiana, passed away peacefully on October 1, 2025, in The Woodlands, Texas.

Born on December 15, 1931, in Bastrop, Louisiana, Victor was the son of James Henry Stephen Perry and Annie Lee Breazeale Perry. He was preceded in death by his parents; four sisters, Lucille Beattie, Dimple Raynes, Betrice Higel, and Dorothy Downey; and two...

Zarina Harris

Zarina Harris

Sep 27, 2025

With heavy hearts, we share the news of the passing of baby Zarina Harris, who was born sleeping on September 27, 2025, in DeRidder, LA. She touched our lives briefly but deeply. She is the beloved daughter of Nicholas and Alanna Harris, who had been filled with anticipation and joy awaiting her arrival.

Zarina may have only spent a fleeting moment...

Hazel Diane Nolen

Hazel Diane Nolen

Sep 26, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Hazel Diane Whiddon Nolen, who left us on September 26, 2025, at the age of 76. Born on July 2, 1949, in Deridder, Louisiana, Diane was a loving housewife and a cherished member of her community.

Diane had a heart of gold and an unmatched ability to connect with those...

Sandra Gail Perry Lee

Sandra Gail Perry Lee

Sep 24, 2025

Sandra “Sandy” Gail Perry Lee, born on August 28, 1953, in Lexington, Ms., was welcomed into Heaven on September 24, 2025.

Sandy had a lifelong love for animals and enjoyed being outdoors. Caring for her many horses and riding was where she was happiest. Known for her generous and steady spirit, Sandy was not one to say “no” but instead to...

Kimberley Anne Bailey

Kimberley Anne Bailey

Sep 24, 2025

Pablo Picasso said “The meaning of life is to find your gift. The purpose of life is to give it away.”

Kimberley Anne intensely gave the gift of teaching to hundreds of students from Mission, Texas to Lake Charles, Leesville and Deridder, Louisiana. She never tired of finding ways to expand young minds and inspire learning. Kimberley left us to join...

Karen Lee Exley Woodard

Karen Lee Exley Woodard

Sep 24, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved Karen Lee Exley Woodard, who left us on September 24, 2025, at the age of 69. Born on July 11, 1956, in Gowanda, NY, Karen grew up in Texas before making her home in DeRidder, LA, where she embraced the culture and charm of South Louisiana.

Karen was...

Marvin Whiddon, Sr.

Marvin Whiddon, Sr.

Sep 21, 2025

Retired DeRidder Fire Chief, Marvin A. Whiddon, Sr, passed away September 21, 2025, after a long battle with dementia. Marvin was born September 22, 1940, in Merryville, La, the son of Ebarb and Joyce Whiddon. He was raised in Merryville. Marvin was a member of Macedonia Primitive Baptist Church.

Marvin graduated from Merryville High School, class of 1959. He then went...

Willie Monroe Hebert, Sr.

Willie Monroe Hebert, Sr.

Sep 20, 2025

Willie Monroe Hebert Sr., a beloved father and treasured friend, joined his Lord and Savior on September 20, 2025, at the age of 85. Born in New Orleans, LA, on January 18, 1940, Willie lived a life full of adventure and laughter, leaving behind a legacy that will be cherished by all who knew him.

Willie made his mark as a...

Timmy Lynn Bowman

Timmy Lynn Bowman

Sep 15, 2025

Timmy “Ted” Lynn Bowman, passed away on September 15, 2025, at the age of 58. He was the loving son of Olen Edmund Bowman and Jonell Walker Bowman. A beloved father, brother, and friend, Timmy lived his life in Merryville, Louisiana, where he created joyful memories with those he loved.

Ted was an ardent lover of life, who found joy in...

James Felix Rush

James Felix Rush

Sep 15, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of James Felix Rush, a beloved father, grandfather, and friend, who left this world on September 15, 2025, at the age of 95. Born on November 5, 1929, in Hominy, Oklahoma, to his parents James E. Rush and Laura Mantooth Rush. James lived a remarkable life characterized by his unwavering...

Connie Keel

Connie Keel

Sep 13, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Connie Lynn Harvey Keel, who left us on September 13, 2025, in her hometown of DeRidder, Louisiana. Connie was born on February 17, 1949, in DeRidder, and she spent her life there, surrounded by family and friends, who meant the world to her.

Connie dedicated 37 years of her life...

Llyod Ray Manning

Llyod Ray Manning

Sep 10, 2025

Lloyd Ray Manning, 75years old, passed on September 10, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. L’Ray is the child of Lloyd and Yvonne Manning. He resided in Deridder, Louisiana,all his life. His warmth, humor, and ability to connect with others will be profoundly missed by all who knew him. He touched the lives of many, leaving behind a legacy of...

Alma Odessa Marze Erwin

Alma Odessa Marze Erwin

Sep 10, 2025

Alma Odessa Marze Erwin, a beloved mother, grandmother, sister and friend, passed away on September 10, 2025, at the age of 93. Born on January 4, 1932, in Florien, Louisiana, Alma dedicated her life to her family and community. A true homemaker at heart, she worked tirelessly, raising eight children and filling their lives with love, laughter, and valuable life...

Brenda Lee Gill

Brenda Lee Gill

Sep 7, 2025

Brenda Lee Gill, a cherished daughter, mother, and friend, passed away peacefully on September 7, 2025, at the age of 61. Born on December 23, 1963, in Deridder, Louisiana, to Darrel and Lorraine Slaydon. Brenda brought light and joy to everyone she encountered with, and made sure everyone left her with a smile.

 Brenda was a devoted homemaker whose love for...

Johnathan Le'Ray Dorsey

Johnathan Le'Ray Dorsey

Sep 5, 2025

Johnathan Le'Ray Dorsey, 37 years old, of DeRidder, LA., passed away on September 5, 2025, in DeRidder, LA. He was a beloved son, brother, uncle, and most of friend. Born on August 25, 1988, in Deridder, Louisiana, to Johnny Colton and Alice Jackson. Johnathan lived his entire life in the community that embraced him with love.

Tootie was a man of...

Linville Lewis Miller Jr.

Linville Lewis Miller Jr.

Sep 5, 2025

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Linville Lewis Miller Jr. “Bubba” on Friday, September 5, 2025, at the age of 65. He was born on April 2, 1960, in Kentucky, to his parents Linville and Mildred Miller, and later became a cherished resident of Deridder, Louisiana. His kindness, laughter, and love will be profoundly missed...

Allison Marie Ferguson Bishop

Allison Marie Ferguson Bishop

Sep 4, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we share the passing of Allison Marie Ferguson Bishop, born on December 22, 1970, in Merryville, Louisiana. Allison, a devoted homemaker and loving caregiver, peacefully left us on September 4, 2025, in Kirbyville, Texas.

Allison was the light of her family's life. She poured her heart into her daughters, Maggie and Heather, and cherished every...

Deborah Renee Brister

Deborah Renee Brister

Aug 30, 2025

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Deborah “Renee” Brister, who passed away on August 30, 2025, at the age of 60. Born on December 31, 1964, in Merryville, Louisiana, to her parents George and Marceline Davis. Deborah dedicated her life to her family as a devoted homemaker, embodying love and warmth in every aspect of...

William "Bill" Howard Edmonson

William "Bill" Howard Edmonson

Aug 26, 2025

To be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord.

Bill Edmonson, a resident of Merryville for 77 years passed away peacefully at his home that he built with his wife of 77 years on Tuesday, August 26, 2025. He was 96 years old.

Bill was preceded in death by his parents, Howard and Millie Edmonson; his sister Juanita...