Obituaries
Tiffany LeAnn Beard Cooper
May 29, 2025
Tiffany LeAnn Beard Cooper, a loving daughter, sister, friend and devoted mother, left this world too soon on May 29, 2025, at the age of 41, after a courageous five-year battle. Born on November 23, 1983, in DeRidder, LA, Tiffany made her home in Merryville, LA, where she touched the lives of everyone around her with her warm spirit and...
Joy Nell Barrett
May 27, 2025
Joy Nell Barrett, 86, of DeRidder, Louisiana, passed peacefully from this life on May 27, 2025. Though she is no longer with us, she is now joyfully present with The Lord.
She was born on April 7, 1939, in DeRidder to Floyd and Oma Gill. She is survived by her daughter, Jan O'Neal and husband, Billy; her son, Gary Barrett and...
Elizabeth Renee Myers Wadkins
May 26, 2025
Elizabeth "Liz" Renee Myers Wadkins, passed away peacefully on May 26, 2025, at the age of 67. Born on July 8, 1957, in Deridder, Louisiana, to Ora “Joe” and Lera “Keat” Doyle Myers. Elizabeth spent her life cultivating love and joy in her family and community.
As a devoted housewife, Mother, Grandmother, and friend Liz dedicated herself to creating a warm...
Mattye Corley
May 19, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we share the passing of Mattye Sue Mathis Corley, who left us on May 19, 2025, at the age of 95. Born on July 3, 1929, in Call, Texas, Mattye spent her life as a loving homemaker, making lasting memories in DeRidder, Louisiana, where she became a cherished member of the community.
Mattye was a...
Myrtle Lee Jarrell Weeks
May 16, 2025
Myrtle Lee Jarrell Weeks, 84 years old, of DeRidder, LA, went to her heavenly home on May 16, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. Myrtle Lee was born on March 2, 1941, to Robert “Bob” and Myrtle Marshall Jarrell in Port Arthur TX.
Myrtle Lee enjoyed being the secretary for the family business, Weeks Construction, Inc. She also found joy throughout...
Lavell "Pete" Lee Johnson
May 14, 2025
Lavell “Pete” Lee Johnson, 81 years old, of Pitkin, Louisiana, went to heaven on May 14, 2025, surrounded by the love of his family. He was a cherished and loving father, PawPaw, and a faithful friend to many. Pete was a hardworking business owner where he successfully operated his tire shop, used car lot, and various other businesses in Rosepine,...
Lou Ella June Smith Woodard
May 14, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Lou Ella June Smith Woodard, who slipped peacefully into eternal rest on May 14, 2025, at the age of 93. Born on June 10, 1931, in Cimarron, Kansas, Lou Ella was a devoted homemaker who poured her love into every meal she cooked and every stitch she sewed for...
Emma Louise Davis Frusha
May 13, 2025
Emma Louise (Davis) Frusha loving Mother, Grandmother, Wife and Nurse 88 was peacefully called home on May 13, 2025.
She was born on August 7, 1936, in Yazoo County, MS to Grover and Elsie Davis. she is preceded in death by her Parents, Brother, J.W. Davis, Sisters, Gurvis Cresswell, Marie Jennings, Norma Yerg, and Travis Mandel.
Survived by her husband Charles Frusha,...
Henry David Gay
May 13, 2025
Henry David Gay passed on May 13, 2025, in Deridder, LA surrounded by his loving family. Henry is the son of Conner and Kiera Gay. Henry will always be a precious gift to this wonderful family. Although his time here was short and his body fragile, he is strong, perfect, and complete in the arms of his Heavenly Father.
The Prophet...
Jim "Jimbo" Dickerson
May 13, 2025
Jim H. “Jimbo” Dickerson peacefully passed into his heavenly home on May 13, 2025, at the age of 87. He was born on May 3, 1938, in Silsbee, Texas to Dee and Bertie Dickerson. He grew up in Merryville, Louisiana, where the roots of his unwavering love for others, strong work ethic, and deep faith began to take shape.
He graduated...
Dennis Paul Lopez
May 12, 2025
Cremation has been entrusted to Myers Colonial Funeral Home.
Please keep the family in your thoughts and prayers, may he rest in peace.
Linda Jean Whitehead
May 11, 2025
Linda Jean Whitehead, 78years old from Merryville, LA, passed away on May 11, 2025. Born on April 17, 1947, in Jasper, Texas, to her parents Tony and Minnie Lee Williams. Linda spent her days nurturing a loving home, a hobby of canning, and most definitely creating memories with her family. Linda Jean is survived by her children: Laura Amore of...
Roger "Blue" Lynn Brister
May 10, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Roger "Blue" Lynn Brister, a beloved son, brother, father, and friend, who left us on May 10, 2025, at the age of 57. Blue was born on September 22, 1967, in Pineville, Louisiana, and spent his life in Merryville, where he became known as one of the best equipment...
Norman Wayne Cooley
May 10, 2025
Norman Wayne Cooley, a lifelong resident of Merryville, Louisiana, passed away on May 10, 2025, at the age of 63. He was born on December 17, 1961, in Merryville, where he spent most of his life. Wayne was known for his kind heart, straightforward nature, and his knack for fixing things.
In his younger years, Wayne worked as a mechanic. Most...
Joseph Fred Dupas
May 8, 2025
Joseph F. Dupas, also known in childhood as “Boy”, beloved father, grandfather, brother, uncle, cousin, and friend entered eternal rest on May 8, 2025, at the age of 75. Born on October 16, 1949, in Mansura, Louisiana, to the late Joseph and Margie (Batiste) Dupas, Joseph was raised in the close-knit community of DeRidder, Louisiana.
As a young man, Joseph ventured...
Jeremias Benjamin Mendez
May 7, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Sergeant Jeremias Benjamin Mendez, born on March 29, 2003, in Baytown, TX. Jeremias left us far too soon on May 7, 2025, in Savannah, GA, at the young age of 22.
Known for his bright and shining personality, Jeremias was the life of every party. He had a knack for...
Donald Lee Joseph Laurent
May 7, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Donald Lee Joseph Laurent, a beloved father, grandfather, and friend, who left us on May 7, 2025, at the age of 88. Born on November 7, 1936, in Gramercy, Louisiana, Donald made his home in DeRidder, Louisiana, where he created lasting memories with his family and friends.
Donald was a...
Richie Hayes Young, Jr.
May 2, 2025
Richie Hayes Young, Jr., a beloved Father, Brother, Paw Paw and Uncle, passed away on May 2, 2025, at the age of 72, leaving a lasting legacy in the hearts of his family and friends. Born on August 14, 1952, in DeRidder, Louisiana, Richie lived a life filled with faith, love, and a playful spirit that those who knew him...
Ella Mae Loftin
May 2, 2025
Ella Mae Foshee Loftin 76 years old, passed away peacefully on May 2, 2025, in DeRidder LA. She was born on March 24, 1949, to Jefferson and Charity Foshee. Ella dedicated her life to caring for others, and always making sure her family was taken care of.
Ella is survived by her loving children, Misty Cole of Junction, LA, Hilton “Ray”...
Jimmy Lee Deason
Apr 30, 2025
Jimmy Lee Deason, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, passed away on April 30, 2025, at the age of 77 in Deridder, Louisiana. Born on November 3, 1947, in DeRidder, Jimmy lived a life full of love for his family and a passion for the great outdoors.
Jimmy met the love of his life, Kathy, on a blind date arranged...
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