Richard Alan Bush died on Tuesday, November 28, 2017 at 12:57 AM at the age of 53. Husband of Patricia Pettry Bush. Father of Madalyn Michelle Bush and Ashley Nicole Bush. Son of the late Allie Oneal Bush and Jesse Arnold Bush. Brother of Debbie Schiro (Patrick), Terry Bush, Sherry Bush, Melissa Wallgren (Tommy), and Ronald Bush. Born in Laurel, MS, Richard was a longtime resident of St. Bernard Parish. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the memorial visitation and service at First Baptist Church of Chalmette, 305 E. St. Bernard Highway, Chalmette on Saturday, December 9, 2017. Th e family will greet guests beginning at 1 p.m followed by the religious service at 2 p.m. Greenwood Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements. To view and sign the family guestbook, please visit www.greenwoodfh.com

Charles “Poppie” Richard Thomas passed away on Wednesday, December 13, 2017 at the age of 69. Beloved father of Bonnie Thomas Morrow (Jack). Stepfather of Ryan Joseph Grayson (Kaylee) and Taz Anthony Grayson. Son of the late Robert Bernard Thomas Jr. and Patricia Ann Thomas. Brother of Harold Calkins, Robert Thomas III, Kevin Thomas and James York. Proud grandfather of Jack Thomas Morrow. Godfather of Bridget Sabathe. Also survived by his beloved furever friends Toby, Scooter and Zap. Charles was a proud United States Navy Reserve Veteran and spent time in Africa from 1960 – 1963, California from 1963 – 1964 before returning to Chalmette in 1965. He enjoyed shing & had a passion for saving animals and he especially cherished spending time with his family. Charles will be forever remembered and deeply missed by his family and friends. Relatives and friends attended a visitation and memorial service held at Celebration Church, 7500 W. Judge Perez Dr., Arabi, on Sunday, December 17, 2017. In lieu of flowers please consider a donation to the St. Bernard Parish Animal Shelter, www.sbpg.net, 5455 E. Judge Perez Dr., Violet, LA 70092 in memory of Charles. To view and sign the family guestbook, please visit www.stbernardmemorial.com

Floyd Clifton Stevenson, Jr., passed away peacefully, at home, on Tuesday, December 12, 2017 at the age of 71. Beloved husband of the late Helen L. Stevenson. Son of the late Edna and Floyd Stevenson, Sr. Survived by daughter, Rose H. Broadhead, son-in-law Brian Broadhead, grandchildren Cory Stevenson, Tiffany Coulon, great-grandchildren Cory Stevenson, Jr., and Nathan and Peyton Coulon. He is also survived by many other close relatives and friends. Floyd’s family gives heartfelt thanks to the staff of Concerned Care Hospice for their dedication and support during his final days. Private services will be held at St. Bernard Memorial Funeral Home. To view and sign the family guestbook, please visit www.stbernardmemorial.com

Mary Frances Roy passed from this life November 28, 2017, surrounded by family, at the age of 91. She was born on August 12, 1926 in New Orleans, LA to Curtis Westmoland, Sr. and Winnie (Langdon). Mary was a member of First Indian Baptist Church in Moore and loved her church family. She lived a Christian life and was always active in church activities. She also enjoyed making and selling Indian Crafts at Pow-Wows while her husband danced. She met the love of her life, James “Jim” Lee Roy, Jr. in New Orleans at a USO dance during WWII. They married December 4, 1943 and enjoyed 51 blessed years of marriage before Jim”s passing in 1994. She was preceded in death by her parents, Curtis and Winnie Westmoland; her brother, Curtis Roy, Jr.; and her husband, James “Jim” Lee Roy, Jr. Mary is survived by her children, James Lee Roy III of New Orleans, Thomas Jay Roy of Moore, Donna Kathleen Roy of Moore, and David Wayne Roy of Edmond; grandchildren, Don, Gaea, Sarah, and Daniel; great-grandchildren, Allyson, William, Elizabeth, Chayton, Cheyenne, Evie, and Carson; great-great grandchildren, Samuel and Oliver; and she is also survived by a host of loving extended family and friends. Visitation for Mary was held on Monday, December 4, 2017 at Moore Funeral and Cremation. A service was held on Monday, December 4, 2017 at First Indian Baptist Church of Moore, 2610 S Broadway Ave, Moore, OK 73160.

Winnifred LaBauve Helffrich, born January 22, 1923, passed away on December 17, 2017 at the age of 94. Loving wife of the late Albert F. Helffrich. Devoted mother of Albert R. Helffrich, Charles R. Helffrich, daughter-in-law Patricia Helffrich, and the late Elizabeth and Cherlyn Helffrich. Grandmother of Melissa, Robert, Jeana, Elysia and Justin. She was also blessed to have seven great-grandchildren and four great-great-grandchildren. She was the daughter of the late Winifred LaBauve and Louise Perrot. Sister of Albert LaBauve, and the late Rita, Madelane, Mary Louise, Ralph, Wilfred, Louis and Shirley. Relatives and friends are invited to attend a visitation at St. Bernard Memorial Funeral Home, 701 W. Virtue St., Chalmette, LA on Friday, December 22, 2017 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. with service following at 1 p.m. Winnifred will be laid to rest at a later date. To view and sign the family guestbook, please visit www.stbernardmemorial.com

Andrew Ernest Vigueira Sr. passed away at home on the morning of December 22, 2017 at the age of 89. He was predeceased by Geneva Villemarrette Vigueira, his wife of over 60 years to whom he was unconditionally devoted. Loving father of Andrew Vigueira Jr. and his wife Belinda, Brenda V. Whittington and her husband Gary, Edward Vigueira and his wife Mary. Son of Andrew Vigueira and Jeannette Cosse Vigueira. Proud grandfather of Patrick Vigueira and his wife Cindy, Matthew Vigueira and his wife Kelsie, Gabrielle Vigueira, and Adam Vigueira. Andrew was a native and longtime resident of St. Bernard Parish, and relocated to St. Tammany Parish in 2007. He proudly served his country in the National Guard, and was a longtime employee of Kaiser Aluminum and the St. Bernard Parish School Board. Andrew was an unapologetic Ford enthusiast who loved the outdoors, conversation, and a good laugh. He was also a member of the St. Bernard Antique Car Club and a Eucharistic Minister at San Pedro Pescador Catholic Church. The family wishes to thank those who cared for Andrew in so many ways throughout his final years. Relatives and friends attended a visitation and funeral service held at St. Bernard Memorial Funeral Home, 701 W. Virtue St., Chalmette, LA on Thursday, December 28, 2017. Interment followed in St. Bernard Catholic Cemetery, St. Bernard, LA. To view and sign the Family Guestbook, please visit www.stbernardmemorial.com.

Ollie Teresa Rolland entered her eternal home on Thursday, December 21, 2017 at the grand age of 97. Ollie was the loving wife of the late Louis H. Barnes, Sr. She was the mother of Jewelyn Barnes Guidry (John), Monica Barnes Dubreuil (Jeffrey) and the late Louis H. Barnes, Jr. and Stella Mae Barnes Robino. Grandmother of Donna B. Gordon (Demarcus), Denise B. Cocchiara (P. J.), Melinda R. Pfeffer (Eddie), Lori R. Serpas (Donald), Michelle M Demots and Mandi D. Deano (Jeff.) Ollie was also blessed with 17 great-grandchildren and 17 great-great-grandchildren. Her family would like to offer their heartfelt thanks to Carpenter House – St. Joseph Hospice, for their dedication, care and unwavering support. Relatives and friends are invited to attend a visitation to be held at St. Bernard Memorial Funeral Home, 701 W. Virtue St., Chalmette, LA on Saturday, December 30, 2017 from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m., with a mass to follow at 1:00 p.m. Interment will follow in St. Bernard Memorial Gardens. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to St. Joseph Hospice, 824 Elmwood Park Blvd, New Orleans, Louisiana, 70123. To view and sign the Family Guestbook, please visit www.stbernardmemorial.com.

Gerald “Jerry” Anthony Hanzo was born on October 27 1940, and passed away on December 19, 2017 at the age of 77. He was a native of St. Bernard, Louisiana and a resident of Mandeville, Louisiana. He is survived by wife, Cynthia Gonzales Hanzo; his granddaughters, Monica Hanzo Klaybor (Garrick), and Jessica Hanzo; his siblings, Barbara Hanzo Guillot (Dick), Judy Hanzo Foret (Pete), and James “Jim” Hanzo (Michelle.) He is preceded in death by his first wife, Patricia Quick Hanzo, his son, Kevin G. Hanzo (Debbie), and his parents, Anthony Hanzo, Jr. and Bernice Cantrell Hanzo. He is also survived by numerous nieces and nephews. Jerry, “The Fox” was a steamship clerk for 30 years on the New Orleans Riverfront. He was also a member of the Clerks & Checkers Union #1497. Jerry proudly served in the United States Coast Guard from 1960 – 1968. He was a charter member of The Big Buck Hunting Club, and he was the president of The Breakfast Club at Ruby’s Roadhouse. Relatives and friends attended a visitation and service at St. Bernard Memorial Funeral Home, 701 W. Virtue Street, Chalmette, LA on Friday, December 22, 2017. Gerald was laid to rest in St. Bernard Memorial Gardens. To view and sign the Family Guestbook, please visit www.stbernardmemorial.com.

Eugene Leo Brandt Sr. passed away on Monday, December 18, 2017 at the age of 64. He was the cherished husband of the late Judy Muller Brandt for 45 years. Loving father of Eugene Brandt Jr. (Michelle), Rachel Gomez (Troy), Mark Brandt (Katti), Tracy Brandt (Delores) and Hunter Brandt. Son of the late Leo Henry Brandt and Geneva Livermore Brandt. Brother of Oscar Wibble, Judy Crespino and the late Dorothy Reggio. Proud grandfather of Madison, Briana, Tiffany, Brooke, Tracy Jr., Michael and Matthew. Eugene was born on January 12, 1953 in New Orleans, LA and was a longtime resident of St. Bernard Parish. He was well loved and will be forever remembered as a loving and loyal husband, father, grandfather, brother and a friend of many, who loved his friends and treasured his family. He will be forever remembered by his family and friends. Relatives and friends are invited to attend a memorial gathering to be held at St. Bernard Memorial Funeral Home, 701 W. Virtue St., Chalmette, LA on Friday, December 29, 201 from 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. Inurnment will be private. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to your favorite charity in memory of Eugene. To view and sign the family guestbook, please visit www.stbernardmemorial.com.

Allen D. Diaz of Perkinston died December 22, 2017 in Hattiesburg, MS, at the age of 75. He was a member of Our Lady of Perpetual Help and a member of Knight of Columbus. He was preceded in death by his parents, Frank and Pauline Diaz; three brothers, Alvin Diaz, Herbert Diaz and Donald Diaz and one sister, Deloris Diaz. He is survived by his wife, Ann Diaz of Perkinston; his children, James Diaz (Wendy) of Purvis, Dawn Peterson (Daniel) of Louisiana, Regina Bounds of Perkinston, Angela Bond (Bro. Billy Ray) of Perkinston, Bro. Ben Whatley (Misty) of Perkinston and Abi Hendry (Jason) of Perkinston; 16 grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren. A service was held on Friday, December 29, 2017 at St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church with burial in St. Bernard Catholic Church Cemetery. A visitation was also held at Moore Funeral Service in Wiggins.

Beverly Lorena Davis-Hill peacefully entered into eternal rest on at Ochsner Medical Center Northshore on Thursday, December 29, 2017 at the age of 79. Daughter of the late Albert, Sr. and Hazel Williams Davis. Loving mother of Tracy Robinson, Ronald J. Hill and Donna H. Hooper. Devoted sister of Jill Davis-Sino and the late Eugene, Sr., Albert, Sr. and Lawrence Davis. Beverly was employed by Chalmette Medical Center. Relatives and Friends; Pastor, Officers and members of Corrine Missionary, Garden of Prayer, Third Baptist and all other neighboring churches of St. Bernard, Plaquemines and Orleans Parishes; Staff and Employees of Best Western-plus French Quarter, Landmark Hotel and St Bernard Parish Government attended the funeral services at Corrine Missionary Baptist Church, 5620 E Judge Perez Dr, Violet, LA on Thursday, January 4, 2018, where Pastor John Bailey, Jr. officiated. Interment Providence Memorial Park, Metairie, LA. Final Arrangements entrusted to Charbonn Family Services.

Danny Dale Duke passed away peacefully on Tuesday, December 26, 2017 at the age of 58. His final days were spent surrounded by family and friends that he had touched in some way throughout his very memorable life. He was the beloved husband of James H. Amerson Jr. Loving father of Melanie D. Duke and Kathleen E. Duke. Son of the late Willard and Anne Dunlap Duke. Son-in-law of James H. Amerson Sr. and the late Georgia M. Amerson. Brother of Debbie D. Soler, Duane D. Duke, Darrell D. Duke and Dana D. Duke. Brother-in-law of Jan Roper and the late Jacob M. Amerson. Proud grandfather of Jonah Constantino, Caleb Zelaya and Emily Zelaya. He is also survived and fondly remembered by many nieces, nephews, cousins and dear friends. Danny was born in Jacksonville, FL and was raised in the New Orleans area where he enjoyed a career as a Speech Therapist at Chalmette Middle School and a Special Education Administrator with the International School of Louisiana. Danny truly enjoyed life through his beautiful gardening for himself and others. He found pleasure in the details of everyday life and caring deeply for his friends, family and the children he helped. Danny will always be remembered for his loyalty and dedication to his family, his caring and loving spirit and his laughter. He was our pillar of courage and strength and a wonderful example of what it means to care for others. Relatives and friends are invited to attend a visitation to be held at St. Bernard Memorial Funeral Home on Tuesday, January 2, 2018, followed by a eulogy in his memory. He was laid to rest in St. Bernard Memorial Gardens. To view and sign the family guestbook, please visit www.stbernardmemorial.com.

Mary Louise Folse Lee passed away peacefully at her home surrounded by her loving family on Friday, December 29, 2017 at the age of 78. She was the beloved wife of Ernest A. Lee for 61 years. Loving mother of Steven A. Lee (Janelle), Susan L. Corso (Vick) and Sandra L. Kazik (Mike). Daughter of the late Milton Folse and Ozella Ditchell Folse. Sister of the late Milton Folse Jr., Gloria Deffes and Rodney Folse. Proud grandmother Daniel Lee (Christy), Amanda Lee, Stacia Seeling (Buster), Vick Corso, Angela Corso, Nicholas Corso, Kristle Spicuzza (Giovanni) and Stephanie Franzo (Bobby). Great grandmother of Kamryn, Brayden, Brendan, Kylee, Frank, Lillian, Vick, Alissa, Leah, Gino and Reagan. Also survived and fondly remembered by many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Mary was born on January 12, 1939 in New Orleans, LA. She was a longtime resident of St. Bernard Parish and a current resident of Madisonville, LA. She was a former employee for the State of Louisiana and retired from Charity Hospital after 35 years of dedicated service. Mary was a “True Folse” and will be forever remembered and deeply missed by her family and friends. Relatives and friends attended a visitation and service held at St. Bernard Memorial Funeral Home on Thursday, January 4, 2018. Interment was private. To view and sign the family guestbook, please visit www.stbernardmemorial.com.

Dorothy Anastasia Ducote Meyers passed away peacefully on December 28, 2017 at the age of 96. She was born on September 28, 1921 in Mansura, LA to Hanning Ducote and Eudolie Vilmarette Ducote. Dorothy was the oldest of 7 children growing up on the family cotton farm in Mansura during the rough times of the 1920’s and 30’s. She moved to New Orleans in 1939 and began working at Charity Hospital and at the old A&G Cafeteria on the corner of Canal and Broad Streets. She met the eternal love of her life James E. Meyers in 1940 and married in 1942 before he shipped out to WWII in the Pacific. They settled in the 9th Ward in 1945 and together raised seven children until Jim’s death in 1967. After the devastating loss, Dorothy moved the family to Chalmette in 1968 and worked at various jobs supporting the family until eventually retiring in 1986. Dot had a wonderful sense of humor and enjoyed gardening, country music, Cajun music, cooking, and activities sponsored by the St. Bernard Council on Aging. She was a deeply devoted Mother and Maw Maw and will be missed but never forgotten by those who knew her. She was preceded in death by her sons Rodney, Carl, and Roger Meyers and daughter Deanna Romaguera and also her brothers Warren, Vernon, and Richard Ducote and her beloved sister Ileana Evans. She is survived by daughters Beverly Cosse, Darlene Jorns (Patrick) and son James E. Meyers Jr. (Stephanie) and brother Raymond Ducote (Marilyn) and sister Joyce Ducote Crosby. She is also survived by her blessings of 13 grandchildren, 23 great-grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. A special thanks to her loving grandson Austin J. (A.J.) Romaguera and his wife Kitty for their loving attention to Dorothy during the past four years and to the staff at Metairie Health Care Center. Dorothy was a strong willed, resilient, and extremely resourceful woman who as a young child survived the Great Mississippi Flood of 1927 and bounced back after Hurricanes Betsy and Katrina flooded her homes in the 9th Ward and in Chalmette. Her time on Earth was done. After 50 years, she is now reunited with her husband Jim and all her loved ones anxiously awaiting her arrival in Heaven. Relatives and friends are invited to attend a visitation to be held at St. Bernard Memorial Funeral Home, 701 W. Virtue St., Chalmette, LA on Friday, January 5, 2018 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. A funeral mass will begin at 1 p.m. She will be laid to rest in St. Bernard Memorial Gardens. To view and sign the family guestbook, please visit www.stbernardmemorial.com

Arthur Charles Hugh Pretlove Sr. entered into eternal life on Wednesday, December 27, 2017 at the age of 79. He is survived by his beloved wife of 52 years, Frances Gagliano Pretlove; his children Arthur Pretlove Jr. (Jeannine) and Suzanne Reed (Jon). Proud grandfather of Addison Pretlove and Alexa Reed. He is also survived by his sister Betsy Rizzuto, his brother Jimmy Pretlove and many nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by his parents Henri Pretlove & Agnes McClymont Pretlove and his brother Bobby Pretlove. Arthur was born on March 4, 1938 in New Orleans, LA and was a longtime resident of St. Bernard Parish. He has been a resident of Slidell, LA since 2005. He was proud United States Air Force Veteran and was honorably discharged in 1957. He was a former employee of the New Orleans Police Department, St. Bernard Sheriff’s Office and Kaiser Aluminum. He retired from Avondale Shipyard after many years of dedicated service. He was a proud member of the Bayou Lacombe Masonic Lodge # 459 (past master) and Ocean Orleans Masonic Lodge # 144. He was also a member of the South Mississippi Gun Association, Sea Horse Scuba Club and the St. Bernard Pistol and Rifle Range. Relatives and friends attended a visitation and Masonic service to be held at St. Bernard Memorial Funeral Home on Wednesday, January 3, 2018. He was laid to rest with military honors in St. Bernard Memorial Gardens. www.stbernardmemorial.com.

Sarah Shoemake passed away at her home on December 30, 2017 at the age of 54. She was preceded in death by her grandson, Elijah Perry. She is survived by her mother Normita Kalade, and her father Gene Evans Jr.; brothers, Gene Evans III and Todd Evans; daughters, Sarine Shoemake Perry and Lena Ellzey, and son, Donald Johns. She was the grandmother of Jayden, Amiyah, Malaysha, Elisha, and Levi. She is also survived by many nieces and nephews that she loved dearly. Sarah was a life long resident of St. Bernard Parish. Those who knew her, knew her love for friends and family. She was part of a local church and was a believer in Jesus Christ. She tried to be there for people any way that she could. Services were held on Thursday, January 4, 2018 at Delacroix Hope Baptist Church, 1932 Bayou Rd., St. Bernard, LA 70085.

Caiden Scott Taylor earned his wings on Sunday, December 24, 2017 at the age of 1. Caiden was the beloved son of Katelyn Renee Wallgren and Daniel Scott Taylor. Brother of Chase Michael Taylor. Grandson of Melissa and Tommy Wallgren, Sharon Taylor and David Perret. Great-grandson of Mona Martinez and Sandra Gervais. Nephew of Jonathan Bush (Leslie), Justin Wallgren, Stephanie Perret, and Erika Pearson. Cousin of Anthony, Shaelyn, Alayna and Legacy. Also survived by many great aunts, uncles and cousins. Caiden was a lifelong resident of St. Bernard Parish. Relatives and friends of the family attended a memorial service at Church of Christ on Wednesday, January 3, 2018. Greenwood Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. To view and sign the family guest register, please visit www.greenwoodfh.com.

Melanie Palmisano Helmke passed away on Monday, January 1, 2018 at East Jefferson General Hospital in Metairie, Louisiana. Melanie was a Native of New Orleans and grew up in Old Jefferson where she attended East Jefferson High School and St Agnus Catholic School before moving to New Orleans East to raise a family. After raising her family she was a resident of Metairie for the past 27 years. Melanie was a graduate of UNO and worked as a Special – Education teacher in St. Bernard Parish at Chalmette Middle School and in Jefferson Parish at Deckbar School. She was a loving Grandmother, Godmother and a member of St Catherine of Sienna Parish in Old Metairie. She is survived by her children Wendy Helmke-Stone and Robert L. Helmke, II (Michelle), her brother Kerry P. Crayon (Lisa) and grandchildren Robin K. Stone, Kaitlyn M. Stone, Gregory A. Plaia, Jr., Connor L. Helmke, and Cole H. Helmke. Great Grandchildren Brylee M. Lewis and Jett D. Lewis. She also leaves behind a Niece and many Nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents Muriel Taillion Crayon and Henry Joseph Crayon, and her Son-in-law Brian David Stone. Relatives and friends attend visitation and a funeral mass on Monday, January 8, 2018 at Leitz-Eagan Funeral Home, 4747 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Metairie, LA. Interment followed at Greenwood Cemetery, 120 City Park Ave., New Orleans, LA. Condolences may be offered online at www.leitzeaganfuneralhome.com

Thelma Joyce Schenck, of Lacombe, LA, passed away on Sunday, January 7, 2018 at the age of 78. She was born on October 1, 1939 in New Orleans, LA to the late William Schenck and the late Thelma Linden Schenck. Thelma is survived by her nieces and nephews Laurie Pellissier (Louis, Sr.), Joe Schenck, Jr. (Kelly), Pamela Laviolette (Randall), Patricia Hoffman (Robert), William Schenck, Jr. (Daynelle), Michael Schenck (Trena), Craig Schenck (Kathy), Susan Nelson (Fritz). She is also survived by her sister-in-law Olga Schenck and many great nieces and great nephews who will miss her dearly. Thelma is preceded in death by her step-father Edwin Donald; her brothers Joseph Schenck, Sr. and William Schenck, Sr. (the late Jeanette); her sister Carol Schenck; and her niece Peggy Schenck. Thelma grew up in New Orleans, LA and Chalmette, LA before moving to Lacombe, LA in the mid- nineties. She worked as a legal secretary for Shell Oil, where she spent her entire career before retiring. Thelma was a devoted Lutheran and caretaker to her family and beloved pets. Relatives and friends attended the funeral services at E.J. Fielding Funeral Home, 2260 W. 21st Avenue, Covington, LA 70433 on Thursday, January 11, 2018. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations in memory of Thelma to be made to The St. Tammany Humane Society, 20384 Harrison Ave, Covington, LA 70433, www.sthumane.org/donate.  Please sign the E.J. Fielding Funeral Home online guestbook at www.ejfieldingfh.com

Barbara L. Eschete passed away on Saturday, December 30, 2017, at the age of 85. She was the cherished wife of 68 years to Clyde M. Eschete and loving mother of Clyde M. Eschete Jr. and Deborah E. Hoover and her son- in-law Cecil Earl Hoover. Barbara was preceded in death by her parents Elsie and Edward Lange. She will be forever remembered as a loving and loyal wife and mother who treasured her family. Barbara loved crafting as well as quilting and belonged to a local quilt guild in Ponchatoula. She was a life long resident of St. Bernard Parish until 2005 and moved to Pontchatoula, LA. Family and friends attended the funeral mass and visitation on Friday, January, 5, 2018 in the J. Garic Schoen chapel of Jacob Schoen & Son, 3827 Canal Street, New Orleans, LA. Interment was in St. Vincent de Paul Cemetery #3, New Orleans, LA. Condolences may be expressed at www.schoenfh.com