Beverly M. Huet passed away on Monday, March 25, 2019 at the age of 89. Beloved wife of Wilfred L. Huet. Loving mother of Deborah Hogh Bettens. Daughter of the late Stephen Massicot and Pearl Chauvin Massicot. Sister of Yvette Massicot Faucheaux, Gordon Massicot and Ronnie Massicot. Proud grandmother of Joni Bettens and Lisa Bettens. Also survived by many nieces and nephews. Beverly was born on July 16, 1929, and was a longtime resident of St. Bernard Parish and current resident of Abita Springs, LA. She retired from Whitney Bank after 40 years of dedicated service. She will be forever remembered and deeply missed by her family, friends and all of those whose lives she touched. 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 Tuesday, April 2, 2019 from 11 a.m. – 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.

Joyce Keim passed away on Tuesday, March 19, 2019 at The Haven in Baton Rouge, at the age of 85. She was a native of New Orleans and long-time resident of Chalmette, LA. Joyce truly embodied the entrepreneurial spirit. Over the years, she sold home products and cosmetics. Later, she turned a large room in her home into a wedding venue, and enlisted her family to become caterers and bartenders. But, in 1972, she found the love of her entrepreneurial life: the wholesale seafood business. Joyce’s Seafood provided shrimp, crawfish, fish and crab to many of the finest restaurants in New Orleans, like T. Pittari’s, Pascal Manale, the Royal Sonesta, Masson’s, The Versailles, Tony Angelo’s, Impastato’s, and of course, Rocky and Carlo’s. Joyce also befriended many of the top chefs of the time, including Gerard Crozier, Augie Lopez, Gunter Preuss, Robert Finley, Bozo Vodacovich, and Willie Coln. She will be greatly missed by her family, and all of those whom she touched. The visitation for Joyce and her sister, Jean Shannon Augustin Dudenhefer, who also passed away during the same week, was held on Saturday, March 23, 2019 at Lake Lawn Metairie Funeral Home, 5100 Pontchartrain Blvd., New Orleans. Interment took place immediately afterward at St. Bernard Memorial Gardens, 701 W. Virtue Street, Chalmette, LA. Joyce is survived by her two sons, Elwood “Woody” H. Keim Jr. and his wife Kimberley, of Prairieville, and Barry D. Keim and his wife Ellen, of Baton Rouge; four grandchildren, Caroline Keim Alexander, Christoph B. Keim, Anderson T. Keim and Nathan D. Keim; her sister, Gloria Shannon Juneau; and many beloved nieces and nephews. Joyce was preceded in death by her husband, Elwood H. Keim Sr.; parents, Eugene Shannon and Mildred Fazende Shannon; her brothers, Stanley Shannon and Eugene Shannon and her sister, Jean Shannon Augustin Dudenhefer. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to St. Lillian Academy for Special Needs Children in Baton Rouge or your local food bank. Please share memories at www.wilbertservices.com.

Faith Williams Landwehr, a Wife, Mother and lover of her God; went to sleep in the Lord’s arms on March, 23, 2019, peacefully surrounded by her family, at the age of 80. Mrs. Landwehr was an Associate of the Dominican Sisters of Peace for 23 years, as well as a former parishioner of Our Lady of Lourdes Church in Violet, Louisiana from 1963 to August 29, 2005. She was the daughter of the late Peter Elizee Williams and the late Laura Bordelon Williams. Survivors include her husband of 61 years, Ronald Luis Landwehr; son Mark Luis Landwehr (Donna); two daughters, Michelle Marie Sumner (Dayle) and Julie Ann G’sell (David); Faith’s six treasured grandchildren, Thomas Luis David Sumner (Nathalie), Craig Joseph Sumner (Lauren), Kevin Lucas Sumner, David Henry G’sell Jr. (Jordyn), Cameron Luis G’sell, and Julie Angeline G’sell; as well as her two loved brothers, Keith Peter Williams (Eva), and Rodney John Williams (Janice). Family and friends were received at Our Lady of Pompeii Catholic Church, 14450 Hwy 442 Tickfaw, Louisiana 70466, on Thursday, March 28, 2019 until the memorial Mass. Inurnment will be held at St. Bernard Memorial Gardens in Chalmette, Louisiana at a later time. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Faith’s memory to the Dominican Sisters of Peace at oppeace.org.An on-line guest book is available at www.harrymckneely.com.

John Roy Martinez, Jr. passed away on Wednesday, March 20, 2019 at the age of 56. He was the beloved husband of 19 years to Tracy Mayeux Martinez. Loving father of Sean Martinez, Shane Martinez, Meghan Martinez, Mollie Hood (Tommy), Ashley Stewart (Jeff) and the late John Ross Martinez. Son of John R. Martinez Sr. and Judith Acosta Martinez. Grandson of William & Lelia Martinez and Herman & Josephine Acosta. Brother of Gay Nunez (Jody), Dawn Ricouard (Ronald) and Monica Keller (Matt). Proud grandfather of Maya, Colston, Connor, Jace and Reid. Former spouse of Dina DiMaggio Martinez. He is also survived and fondly remembered by many nieces, nephews, cousins and dear friends. John was born in Delacroix, LA, and was a longtime resident of St. Bernard Parish before settling in Brillion, WI; following Hurricane Katrina. He found pleasure in the details of everyday life and caring deeply for others. His fondness of a family bar-b-que was surpassed only by his love for fishing, golfing and spoiling his grandchildren. He was well loved and will be deeply missed by his family and by all those whose lives he touched. Relatives and friends attended an evening visitation was held at St. Bernard Memorial Funeral Home, 701 W. Virtue St., Chalmette, LA on Thursday, March 28, 2019 and are invited to attend again on Friday morning from 8 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. A Funeral Mass will take place on Friday, March 29, 2019 at St. Bernard Catholic Church, 2805 Bayou Rd., St. Bernard, LA beginning at 12 p.m. He will be laid to rest in St. Bernard Catholic Cemetery. To view and sign the Family Guestbook, please visit www.stbernardmemorial.com.

Gary Thomas Nicosia passed away peacefully on Thursday, March 21, 2019 at the age of 67. He was preceded in death by his parents, Gaetano “Gene” and Roberta Dragon Nicosia and his wife, Martha Doss Nicosia. He is survived by his beloved wife, Brenda Saia Nicosia. Beloved father of Dawn Nicosia Buquet (Murray) and Jennifer Nicosia Methe (Michael). Brother of Kenneth Nicosia and Donna Nicosia Asevado (Garry). Proud grandfather of Nicholas Gautreaux, Randall Methe, Matthew Methe, Antonia Gautreaux, Holland Methe, Brayden Buquet and Skyler Methe. Uncle of Kristian Nicosia, Kellie Dipaola (Jeff) and Michael Asevado (Raechell). Step-father of Scott, Chad and Darryl Vaccaro. He is also survived and fondly remembered by many relatives, cousins, dear friends and mother of his daughters, Judy Raybon.Gary was born in New Orleans, LA and was a longtime resident of St. Bernard Parish before settling in Ponchatoula, LA following hurricane Katrina. He enjoyed a long career with El Paso Southern Natural Gas, retiring after 43 years. Gary truly enjoyed life through his simple pleasures of gardening, cutting grass, riding his Harley, and reading. He found pleasure in the details of everyday life and caring deeply for others. Gary will always be remembered for his loyalty to his family, his laughter, his joy for talking, and the love for his grandchildren. Relatives and friends attended a visitation to be held at St. Bernard Memorial Funeral Home, 701 W. Virtue St., Chalmette, LA on Tuesday, March 26, 2019 followed by a funeral service in Gary’s memory. He was laid to rest in St. Bernard Catholic Cemetery. To view and sign the Family Guestbook, please visit www.stbernardmemorial.com.

Raymond Charles Oelking, Jr. passed away on November 16, 2018, in Kiln, MS. He is preceded in death by his parents Mr. Amos J. Oelking and Mrs Rita Regan Oelking, and brother’s Amos J. Oelking Jr., John C. Melton and Edgar Charles Melton. Raymond is survived by his wife of 22 years, Doris H. Oelking. Son of Mr. and Mrs. Raymond J. Oelking Sr., Timothy Adley, Rosetta Gomez Leblanc, and Phlip Gomez. Grandsons Mr. Raymond J. Oelking Jr, Kevin Cuccia Jr, Nicholas Cuccia and Camryn. Brother’s and sister’s Audreta Oelking Richardson, Rebecca Oelking Goostrey, Elizabeth Melton Dow, William Melton, Landon Melton and Allan Melton. Raymond served in the U.S. Air Force. He also worked 30 years at Shell/Chevron Yscloskey Plant. A Memorial service was held at 181 Vacation Lane Waveland, MS, on December 1, 2018.

Antoinette “Toni” Pellittieri passed away on Sunday, March 24, 2019, at East Jefferson Hospital, surrounded by her family at the age of 89. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Natale “Nat” Pellittieri, her parents, Reuben and Rita Pizzalato Leiva; and her aunt, Mary LoPiparo. Antoinette was the loving mother of Nathalie P. Frederick (Dan), Michael Pellittieri (Donna) and Gregory Pellittieri (Sandy). Cherished grandmother of Brandon Frederick, and Christopher, Nicholas, Todd, Jennifer and Dario Pellittieri. She was the great-grandmother of Sadie and Allie Belle Pellittieri, and Tanner Falgout. Antoinette was the dear cousin and godmother of Ronnie LoPiparo and the late Lucien Beaudette. She is also survived by a host of nieces and nephews, her lifelong, childhood friend, Lillian Waechter, and her godchildren, Chad Messa and Dwight Pousson. Antoinette will be grealty missed by her many special, longtime friends. She was born on September 19, 1929, in New Orleans, Louisiana, and was a long-time resident of Chalmette before relocating to Kenner after Hurricane Katrina. Antoinette was an incredible cook. She loved preparing her St. Joseph Day meal and baking her Italian cookies to share with her many friends. The family would like to express special thanks to the staff of Colonial Oaks Living Center in Metairie, and the nursing staff at East Jefferson Hospital. A heartfelt thank you Dr. Kiran Zaveri for the care given to Antoinette over the years. Family and friends are invited to attend a visitation to be held at St. Bernard Memorial Funeral Home, 701 W. Virtue Street, in Chalmette on Saturday, March 30, 2019, from 8:30 a.m. – 11 a.m. A funeral mass will be held in her honor at 11 a.m. She will be laid to rest in St. Bernard Memorial Gardens. To sign and view the family guestbook, please visit www.stbernardmemorial.com.

Rita Scioneaux peacefully entered heaven on March 14, 2019 at 10:45am at Chateau du Notre Dame, New Orleans at the age of 94. Daughter of the late Gracie Ruiz Scioneaux and the late Edward J. Scioneaux – she was born in St. James, LA. She was a resident of Chalmette and Alexandria, La. Her sisters were the late Eloise S. Lacour (Burnett) and the late Marie Louise Scioneaux. She was the aunt of Sr. Ann Lacour, MSC, James E. Lacour (Michael) and Paul J. Lacour (Tish). She is also survived by her grandnephew, Marcel P. Lacour (Vanessa) and grandniece, Dr. MiMi L. Williams (Daniel). She was filled with joy as Abby Lacour, Malachi Paul Lacour and Lettie Eloise Williams were welcomed into the family. The family wishes to thank the many people who have journeyed with us especially our brother, Jim. Michael Junot, the Marianites, and the staff of Notre Dame Hospice and Chateau de Notre Dame were faithful companions. Family and friends attended the visitation at Jacob Schoen & Son, in the J. Garic Schoen Chapel – 3827 Canal Street, New Orleans, LA 70119 on Friday, March 22, 2019. A Mass of Christian burial was celebrated in the Chapel afterward. A private burial followed at St. Roch Cemetery. In lieu of flowers please make donations to the Hannan Fund at Archbishop Hannan High School, 71324 Hwy. 1077, Covington, LA 70433. Condolences may be expressed at www.schoenfh.com.

Audrey Mae Ripoll Springer passed away on Friday, March 22, 2019 at the age of 84. Beloved wife of the late George Springer Jr. Loving mother of Wanda Voss (Patrick), Patty Battard (Frank), Joni Butler (David) and George Springer. Daughter of the late Edward Ripoll and Mary Forster Ripoll. Sister of Lou Prevost and the late Rodney Ripoll, Edward “Bud” Ripoll and Sally Wineski. Proud grandmother of David Butler, Danny Butler and Mary Chaney. Great grandmother of Addie Chaney and Daniel Butler. Also survived and fondly remembered by many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Audrey was born on November 16, 1934 in New Orleans, LA. She was a longtime resident of St. Bernard Parish and a current resident of Mandeville, LA. She was a devoted mother to her children and extended family and taught us the importance of family bonds. She will be forever remembered and deeply missed by her family and all of those whose lives she touched. Relatives and friends are invited to attend a memorial visitation to be held at St. Bernard Memorial Funeral Home, 701 W. Virtue St., Chalmette, LA on Saturday, March 30, 2019 from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. A memorial service will begin at 1 p.m. Inurnment will follow in St. Bernard Memorial Gardens. To view and sign the Family Guestbook, please visit www.stbernardmemorial.com.

Col. Edward Peter Benezech, Jr., born January 17, 1920, passed away peacefully on Friday, March 22, 2019, at the age of 99. Beloved husband of the late Katherine Boudreau. Loving father of Edward P. Benezech, III (Sheryl), Katherine B. Ferret (the late James), the late Susan B. Morgan, and the late Janet B. Stipe (Paul). Proud grandfather of Sean B. Cavalier (Kurt), Lance Benezech, Sr. (Sandra), Jeffery Stipe (Andrea), Christopher Stipe (Tiffany), Ian Morgan (Paula) and Seth Morgan (Ashley). Great-grandfather of Candice B. Pittman (Kyle), Lance, Jr. and Nicolas Benezech, Lane, Mason and Peyton Cavalier, Andrew Bellas, Sophia, Olivia, Carson and Ryane Stipe, and Neva, Amelia and Oliver Morgan. Brother of Helen Guillot. He was preceded in death by his parents, Lt. Col. Edward P. Benezech, Sr. and Violet J. Herkender, and his brother, Shelby W. Benezech. Edward was born in New Orleans, and was a life-long resident of Arabi, Louisiana. He was a graduate of Warren Easton High School, Class of 1938. He served in WWII as a Captain with 938th FA BN, and was present at the Anzio Beach Invasion, in Italy. He earned many medals during his time in service, including The Bronze Star and The Croix De Guerre. An active member of the Washington Artillery Veterans Association, he retired from the military as a Colonel. After his military career, he was employed by the State of Louisiana Adjutant General’s Office, and retired in 1985. Edward will forever be remembered for his sweet nature, and his dedication to his family and country. He loved telling jokes and war stories, and will be greatly missed by his family and friends. Relatives, friends and WAVA members are invited to attend a visitation to be held at St. Bernard Memorial Funeral Home, 701 W. Virtue St., in Chalmette, on Saturday, April 6, 2019 from 8:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. A funeral service will be held in his honor at 10:30 a.m. He will be laid to rest in St. Louis Cemetery No. 3. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to The Wounded Warriors Project, PO Box 758517, Topeka KS, 66675, The Alzheimer’s Association, 225 N. Michigan Ave., FL 17, Chicago, IL 60601, NOFA-NOLA, PO Box 2096, Marrero, LA 70073, or The National World War II Museum, 945 Magazine St., New Orleans, LA 70130. To view and sign the Family Guestbook, please visit www.stbernardmemorial.com.

Dale Joseph Brower, Sr., also known as “Joe” and “Pops;” passed away suddenly at his home on March 2, 2019 at the age of 79. Born March 29, 1939 in Freewater, OR, to the late Ernestine M. Reeves Brower and Dave Philip Brower. Predeceased by his loving wife Mil Lou Kask Brower. Dale was a resident of St. Bernard for 50 plus years. Survived by his children; Donna Campo (Curtis), Dale J Brower, Jr, Dena Hutchinson (Jimmie), Desa Lindley, eight grandchildren; Curtis D Campo III (Michelle), Kyle Campo (Lindsay), Jayne Romelfanger (Tim), Priscilla Hunt (Brandon), Jimmie Hutchinson, Tiffany Riley (deceased), Katelyn Lindley, Stephanie Lindley, nine great grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews. He was honorably discharged from the Air Force E-4 after serving eight years. Dale retired from Exxon as a maintenance foreman during which time he worked in Africa and Malaysia. Dale loved travel with his most recent trips to England, Scotland and Ireland. Dale also enjoyed spending time with his family and will be sadly missed. A Celebration of Life was held March 30, 2019.

Sr.) Daughter of the late Camilet Alphonso Mayeur and Herbert Mayeur. She was the loving grandmother of 16 grandchildren and 30 great-grandchildren. Loretta was a beautiful soul, inside and out, and was never happier than when spending time with her family, or cooking for family gatherings. She loved to dance her way through life, and enjoyed going out with her husband, playing cards and bingo, camping, and in her younger years, crafting ceramics. She was a joy to be around, and will be missed by everyone who knew her. Relatives and friends are invited to attend a visitation to be held at St. Bernard Memorial Funeral Home, 701 W. Virtue Street, in Chalmette, on Friday, April 5, 2019, from 9 a.m. – 11 a.m. A funeral service will be held in her honor at 11 a.m. She will be laid to rest in St. Bernard Catholic Cemetery. To view and sign the Family Guestbook, please visit www.stbernardmemorial.com.

Loretta Audrey Mayeur Dardar passed away on Friday, March 29, 2019 at the age of 83. She was the cherished wife of the late Doyle J. Dardar, Sr. Beloved mother of Pamela Dardar Bowden (Eddie), Doyle “Skeeter” J. Dardar, Jr. (Doris), Kimberly Dardar Ajan (Kenneth), Harold Richard Dardar (Penny), Marilyn Dardar Anglada (Jeff) and the late Valerie Dardar Roberts (Dwayne,

John R. Doucet, Jr., passed away on Sunday, March 24, 2019 at the age of 67. Father of Mindy Vickers, and Lisa Doucet. Brother of Michael, David and Patricia Doucet. Son of the late Gretchen and John R. Doucet, Sr. Relatives and friends attended a gathering and prayer service held on Wednesday, April 3, 2019 at St. Bernard Memorial Funeral Home, 701 W. Virtue Street, in Chalmette. To view and sign the Family Guestbook, please visit www.stbernardmemorial.com.

Marguerite Jackson-Fields entered into eternal rest on March 19, 2019 in Baton Rouge, LA, where she resided; at the age of 79. She was a lifelong resident of New Orleans, until relocating after Hurricane Katrina. Marguerite is preceded in death by her mother Mary L. Barnes Jackson and father Allan Jackson. She leaves to cherish her loving memory seven children: Wilhelmina Henry, Leroy Micheal Fields, Willie Fields, Patricia Greathouse, Pecola Peters, Harriet Fields and Anita Nash. 1 daughter-in-law, 3 sons-in-law, 2 brothers, 7 sisters, 26 grandchildren, 64 great-grandchildren, 14 great great-grandchildren, and a host of other relatives and friends. Family and friends attended her Visitation and Homegoing Celebration on Friday, March 29, 2019 at The Boyd Family Funeral Home, 5001 Chef Menteur Hwy, NOLA 70126. Pastor Albert Fly was the officiant. Interment followed at St. Bernard Funeral Home Memorial Gardens, 701 W. Virtue St., Chalmette, LA 70043. Online guestbook: www.anewtraditionbegins.com.

Ana Maria Anita Lafont passed away on Thursday, March 7, 2019 at the age of 92. Beloved wife of Col. Earl H. Lafont of New Orleans, LA. Mother of Linda Lafont, Earline Fletes, Brenda Perdomo, Annalisa Lafont and the late Anna Lorena (Lori) Schnuelle. Daughter of the late Alberto Rivas and Dominga Bolaños Rivas of Nicaragua. Sister of Alberto Rivas, Ileana Massey, and the late Alice Villa and Luis Rivas. Also preceded in death by her grandson Raúl Alberto Fletes. Survived by 10 grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren. A devout Catholic who served as Eucharistic Minister for many years at St. Robert Bellarmine Church in Arabi. Active member of the Nicaraguan society in the New Orleans area, helping raise money and supplies for poor people in Central America. Loved to cook Nicaraguan and Cajun cuisines and always had a place at her table for friends and neighbors. She will be greatly missed for her love and generosity of heart. In lieu of flowers, you may also consider a donation to the Alzheimer’s Association, 3445 N Causeway Blvd Metairie, LA 70002. Relatives and friends of the family attended the visitation and funeral mass at Lake Lawn Metairie Funeral Home, 5100 Pontchartrain Blvd.on Saturday, March 30, 2019. To view and sign the family guestbook please visit www.lakelawnmetairie.com.

Juanita Louise Cannon McCune passed away on Tuesday March 26, 2019 in New Orleans, LA, at the age of 96. Juanita was born November 2, 1922 in Mississippi to the late Juanita St. Amant Cannon and Lucien Hall Cannon. She was the wife of the late James S. McCune. Juanita is survived and beloved by her four daughters, Sharon Keating (Wayne), Dr. Kathleen McCune (Collin Babcock), Jamie McCune, and Susan Sykes (Andy); her grandchildren, Charlyn Keating Chisholm, Dr. Christi Keating Sumich; Sean, Colin, Ryan and Patrick McKenzie; Will, Adam and Ben Sykes; and her 8 great-grandchildren. She is predeceased by her brothers, George and William Cannon. Juanita worked hard for much of her life starting with a job in the accounting department of Touro Infirmary in New Orleans in the 1940’s. She moved back to her beloved Mississippi Gulf Coast after her retirement from the St. Bernard Parish School System as a cafeteria manager. In her retirement she did volunteer work for the Mississippi tourism industry and the local senior citizen center. Juanita was always happiest near the water. She was an excellent diver and swimmer, and loved to go crabbing. Services and inurnment will take place in the Biloxi Mississippi National Cemetery at 11 a.m. on Friday, April 12, 2019. Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.LeitzEaganFuneralHome.com for the McCune family.

Mary Ann O’Connor Muller passed away peacefully at her home, after a brief battle with pancreatic cancer, surrounded by her loved ones on Sunday, March 31, 2019 at the age

69. Loving mother of George J. Muller III (Crystal) and the late Steven A. Muller. Daughter of the late Kirby A. Sr. and Fabiola R. Oubre O’Connor. Sister of Kirby A. O’Connor Jr., Ray J. O’Connor, Larry J. O’Connor, Michael C. O’Connor, Timothy D. O’Connor, Daniel P. O’Connor, Shari Trahan, Rose Marie O’Connor, Janet Smith, Juanita O’Connor and the late Elaine “Laney” Margaret O’Connor and Judy M. O’Connor. She shared a very special bond with her grandson Zien Muller and three beautiful granddaughters Miranda, Samantha and Emily Muller. Proud great grandmother of Reece, Spencer, Rhett and Grayson. She also leaves to cherish precious memories a host of loving nieces, nephews, great nieces and great nephews. Mary Ann was born in New Orleans, LA on November 21, 1949 and was a resident of Violet, LA for 46 years. She had a passion for crocheting, scrapbooking and enjoyed going to the casino. She will be forever remembered and deeply missed by her family, friends and all of those whose lives she touched. The family would like to express their love and appreciation to each of you for going above and beyond. Relatives and friends attended a visitation and funeral service held at St. Bernard Memorial Funeral Home, 701 W. Virtue St., Chalmette, LA on Thursday, April 4, 2019. She was laid to rest in Greenwood Cemetery. To view and sign the Family Guestbook, please visit www.stbernardmemorial.com.

Raymond Charles “Cowboy Ray” Oelking passed away on November 16, 2018 in Kiln MS.›He is preceded in death by his parents Amos J. Oelking, Sr. and Rita Regan Oelking, and brothers Amos J. Oelking Jr., John Charles Melton and Edgar Charles Melton. Ray is survived by his wife of 22 years Doris H. Oelking; children Raymond J. Oelking Sr. (Jamie), Timothy Adley, Rosetta Gomez Leblanc, and Philip Gomez; grandchildren Raymond J. Oelking Jr, Kevin Cuccia Jr, Nicholas Cuccia and Camryn Adley; sisters Audreta Oelking Richardson, Rebecca Oelking Goostrey, and Elizabeth Melton Dow; and brothers William Charles Melton, Landon Charles Melton and Alan Charles Melton. Ray served in the U.S. Air Force and was a longtime resident of St Bernard Parish. He worked for 30 years at the Shell/Chevron Yscloskey Plant. A memorial service was held in Waveland, MS, on December 1, 2018.

Helen Freese Riley passed away peacefully surrounded by her loved ones on Friday, March 22, 2019 at the age of 87. Mrs. Riley was born on June 18, 1931 to the late Lloyd and Zulma G. Freese. She was the devoted wife of the late Patrick J. Riley for 43 years. Proud mother of Patrick J. Riley, Jr. (Debbie), Michael D. Riley (Melody), Dan T. Riley (Penny), Eileen M. Riley and the late Timothy S. Riley (the late Amy C. Riley). Sister of the late Edmond, Lloyd and Charles Freese. Grandmother of Glenn M. Turnage, Jr., Michelle R. Schaubhut, Amanda T. Smith, Patrick J. Riley, III, Danielle C. Riley, Gabrielle C. Riley, Lauren Spera, Evan Pelas, Marisa R. Riley, and Selena Wagner. Great grandmother of Alieha, Maddie, Riley, Emily, Jayvan, Sara, Braelynn, Abbie, Allie, Matthew, Ethan, Patrick, Sophia, Peyton, Gavin, Dylan and Jewel. Mrs. Riley was an employee of The National Finance Center (USDA) in New Orleans for over 30 years. A visitation and funeral service honoring Mrs. Helen F. Riley was held in the Chapel of Charbonnet Family Services, 4917 E. Judge Perez Drive, Violet, LA 70092 on Tuesday, April 2, 2019. Interment: St. Bernard Memorial Gardens. In lieu of flowers the family request donations be made to the American Cancer Society in memory of Mrs. Helen Freese Riley. Special thanks to Debbie Wild Clawson for the exemplery care given to our loved one until the very end; Maria Schulmbrecht and the staff of Lakeview Hospice and Monique Young for all of your support in caring for our beloved mother and grandmother. Each of you have been a blessing to us. Thank you! Please sign online guestbook at charbonnetfuneralhome.com .

Jerry F. Calhoun, a native of Tampa, FL and a resident of Meraux, LA; passed away peacefully in the presence of his family and loved ones, on April 5, 2019, after a lengthy battle with cancer at the age of 75. Jerry leaves behind his loving wife of 55 years, Shirley R. Calhoun. His son, Jerry J. Calhoun, his granddaughter Rhiannon Schneider, and his great-grandson, Damon Basile. Siblings: Katie Ballard, Jean Stewart, Betty Jane McGremery, Priscilla Rose, Johnny Rose, and Dianne Rose. His brothers-in-law, Ondolph (Bud) Riviere, Jr. (Ruth), Barry Riviere (Rita), Roland Riviere and a host of nephews and nieces. He was lovingly known as “Pops” by his “adopted family” Treasure Schwab, Taylor Schwab, Bailey Schwab and Landon Sandborn. He was preceded in death by his parents, George and Audrey Abbey, and Daniel Calhoun, and by his brother, Donald Calhoun; his in-laws, Ondolph, Sr., and Rose Riviere, Marie R. Barnes, Doris R. Augustine, Thelma Riviere, Britton Riviere, and Linda Riviere. Jerry served in the U.S. Army from 1966 – 1968, in the Vietnam War. Jerry was a highly intelligent man, who could master any technical skill with ease. He was a humble man, who had an insatiable curiosity and was highly adaptable. He taught us, “Age is not a deterrent to learning,” as he outshined us all by his proficiency with modern technology. He was a kind man, even after life had handed him tragedies and setbacks. He defined himself based upon how he wanted to be treated by others. This quiet, gentle man is gone with a part of our hearts, but he will forever live on, as we covet the part of him that resides within us. Relatives and friends are invited to attend a visitation to be held at St. Bernard Memorial Funeral Home, 701 W. Virtue St., in Chalmette, on Thursday, April 18, 2019 from 10 a.m. – 11 a.m. A service will be held in his honor at 11 a.m. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the Slidell Memorial Hospital Regional Cancer Center. To sign and view the family guestbook, please visit www.stbernardmemorial.com.