Retired Major General Erbon Wise passed away on August 12, 2020, at his home in Sulphur, LA, at the age of 99 (and two days before his 100th birthday). He was born on August 14, 1920, in a log house in Claiborne Parish, LA, to Edmond Wesley Wise and Eula Estelle Bridwell, and grew up in Leesville. Wise earned a bachelor’s degree in 1941 from what is now Northwestern State University in Natchitoches. That is where he met and married Natchitoches native, Marie Norris in July 1942. They were happily married for 74 years until her passing in 2016. Upon the bombing of Pearl Harbor in December of 1941, he entered active military duty and completed the Army Finance School at Indianapolis, IN, commissioning a 2d Lieutenant in the Army Air Force. In later years he graduated from the U.S. Command and General Staff College at Fort Leavenworth, KS, and attended the United States War College. He was awarded an Honorary Doctorate of Humane Letters from Northwestern State University in 2004. During World War II, he served as an officer in the Army Air Corps in England, France and Germany. He was among the first soldiers sent to England in September 1942 and was the second Finance Disbursing Officer in the European Theatre of Operations. In his two years in England, he served in the 12th, 8th, and 9th Air Forces, and was early stationed with the 91st B-17 Heavy Bomber Group, that of “Memphis Belle” fame, the second B-17 group to be sent overseas. In June 1944 he was serving with an Air Force Support Unit selected for the Utah Beach Landing of the Normandy Invasion. He went ashore in an assault landing craft and helped clear a dirt landing strip near the beachhead for a P-47 Fighter Group, the first planes sent into France. After the breakout from the beach area at St. Lo, Wise’s unit followed closely behind the forces of General Patton’s Third Army drive across France and Germany. He was among the first Americans to arrive in Paris at its liberation. He was awarded meritorious ribbons for four campaigns and honorably discharged in 1946. Wise returned home and entered military reserve status. In 1949 he organized the 372 Financing Disbursing, an Army Reserve unit that he commanded for many years. Regular drills of the unit were held in a special room he built onto his home in Maplewood. Later when the Army Reserve Armory was built in Lake Charles, he commanded troops at its dedication and later commanded a Quartermaster Battalion there. From 1964 to 1968, Wise returned to active military service as a Major General and Adjutant General of Louisiana, with duties as commander of the Louisiana Army and Air National Guard, and as State Director of Selective Service, and State Director of Civil Defense. From his headquarters at Jackson Barracks in New Orleans, he led during the turbulent years of the Vietnam War, the Civil Rights marches in Louisiana, and through two disastrous hurricanes. He secured legislative funding to largely rebuild the long-neglected, historic buildings of Jackson Barracks, and to build many new National Guard armories in the state. He retired from the U.S. Army in 1969 as a Major General, after 29 years of active and reserve service. Upon his return from WWII, Erbon and Marie Wise began establishing, buying and selling weekly and daily newspapers and court news publications across Louisiana and southeast Texas. Over many years they owned papers in Maplewood, Natchitoches, Gretna, Metairie, New Orleans, Chalmette, Slidell, Covington, Sulphur, DeRidder, Leesville, Westlake, Vinton, Iowa, Lake Arthur, Cameron, Rosepine, Lake Charles, Moss Bluff, and Shreveport, and in Texas at Beaumont, Groves, Bridge City and Orange. He built weekly newspapers into dailies in Sulphur, DeRidder and Leesville. He was the first to begin web offset printing of La. newspapers, and the first to give free newspaper distribution. He built the small Fort Polk military weekly into a large, modern twice-weekly and prize-winning newspaper, the Fort Polk Guardian. He and Marie retired in 1998 from 52 years of publishing newspapers. In 1987 they donated about 4,000 genealogical books to establish the Erbon and Marie Wise Genealogical Library in the new Louisiana State Archives building in Baton Rouge. In 1991, they established an educational trust to fund yearly college scholarships in advanced education in journalism. In 2004, they donated funds to establish the first One Million Dollar Endowed Chair at Northwestern State University, from which they had both graduated decades earlier. This donation continues to support the teaching of journalism and communications. He was an establishing member of the Northwestern State University Foundation and served on its Board of Directors since its inception in 1960, and continuously for 60 years. Wise received many awards though the years, including the: Louisiana Distinguished Service Medal, Outstanding Civilian Service Award of the Dept. of the Army, Northwestern State University Long Purple Line Hall of Distinction (the first recipient), Touchstone Award from the US Army ROTC Demon Battalion of NSU, Diocese of Lake Charles 1996 Citizen of the Year, Chairman of the 1980 Louisiana Heart Fund, and Listing in the Who’s Who in America, beginning in 1970. Always a storyteller, he authored 21 books on history, genealogy, travel, hunting and fishing, including some autobiographies of his military and newspaper careers. He and Marie loved to travel the world, and visited 85 countries, often with their children. He enjoyed many hobbies, sports and interests, particularly genealogy, fishing, hunting, traveling, long walks and tennis. Gardening was a favorite activity, as he landscaped 40 acres of flower gardens and citrus orchards around his rural Sulphur home. He took great pride in giving walking tours of his flora. Local photographers often used his gardens for their backdrops and innumerable brides had their wedding photos shot there. For decades, when his hundreds of azalea and camellia bushes bloomed, he invited the public to see the wondrous flowers, and thousands came. Erbon Wise is survived by his four children: Bonnie Everett of Sulphur; Edmond W. Wise II (Inessa) of Leesville; Ann Wise of Estes Park, CO; and Larry Wise (Myra) of Sulphur. He is also survived by 12 grandchildren (including three sets of twins!), six great-grandchildren and five great-great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents and by his twin brothers, Jack Bridwell Wise of Thibodaux and Jerry Edmond Wise of DeQuincy. Family and friends attended a visitation on Monday, August 17, 2020, and a funeral service on Tuesday, August 18, 2020. The funeral was live-streamed and may be viewed at the Facebook page for Hixson-Sulphur Memorial Funeral Home. 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Lenette King Ladner Zulli passed away on Sunday, August 2, 2020, from colon cancer at the age of 73. Beloved wife of John J. Zulli, Jr. Daughter of Leonard Philip King and The Late Gloria Mae Morales King. Stepmother of Sandra Zulli (Sharon Leger), John Zulli, III (Janice), Kenneth Zulli, Sr. (Christine), and Gina Zulli Todd (Mike). Stepgrandmother of Kenny Zulli, Jr. (Emily), Jordan Zulli, (Great grandchild, Carter Zulli), Nicolette Zulli, Megan Zulli, John Gabriel Zulli, and Alexis Zulli. Sister of Sydney M. Mulnick (David), Brother of Wayne P. King, Sr. (Pam), aunt of Piper Brown Bogle (The Late John R. Bogle, Jr.), Erin Mulnick Benoit (Leon), Lisa Lopez, Lori Goll (Michael) and Leni Engle (Rich), Robert M. Brown (Deborah), Wayne King, Jr. (Josie), great aunt of Virginia Spencer, Alyssa M. Brown, Catherine Goll, Olivia Clontz, Isabella Lopez, Elizabeth King, Richard H. Spencer, Brandon J. Bogle, Jaxon C. Benoit, Jeffrey King, Justin King, Alex Bordelon, Pablo Lopez, and Seth Goll. Lenette was a resident of St. Bernard and St. Tammany Parishes in Louisiana and Hancock County, MS. She was a 1965 graduate of Chalmette High School, Louisiana State University New Orleans, Bachelor of Arts 1971, and Loyola University, Master of Education 1972. She was an educator for 37 years – 24 years in St. Bernard Parish and 12 years in Hancock County, MS. During her tenure, she was a Librarian of Meraux Elementary School, served as a Counselor, and then Assistant Principal of Andrew Jackson High School and Principal of Charles B. Murphy Elementary. For 25 years, Lenette owned and operated the Country Acres Summer Camp for children in Kiln, MS, where her passion for children and animals flourished. Lenette’s lifetime joys and interests were dancing, reading, sewing, baking, music, theater, and domestic and world travels. Lenette was a devoted Catholic affiliated with the churches, Our Lady of the Lake and Mary Queen of Peace in St. Tammany Parish, and St. Matthew the Apostle in Hancock County, MS. A special thanks to St. Tammany Parish Hospital Oncology and Hospice Departments in Mandeville and Ochsner Hospital Oncology Department in New Orleans. A private service was held on August 18, 2020, at St. Bernard Memorial Funeral Home in Chalmette, LA. Officiant: Father Robert Cooper. Memorial donations may be made payable to the St. Bernard Parish School Board Lenette King Ladner Zulli Library Fund, and mailed to 200 E. St. Bernard Hwy., Chalmette, LA, 70043. To sign and view the family guestbook, please visit www.stbernardmemorial.com.

Rosemary Friedman Dulany died on August 14, 2020 at Heart of Hospice, EJGH, at the age of 96. Rose was born November 1, 1923 in New Orleans, lived for many years in St Bernard Parish, moving to Slidell after Hurricane Katrina. She was the loving wife for nearly 60 years of the late John Franklin Dulany. She is survived by daughters, Cheryl Jarrell and Marilynn Dulany; grandsons, Robbie Jarrell, Jr. (Monica Morales) and Gerard O’Leary, Jr. (Jessica); great-grandchildren, Brenden, Brooke (Michael), Gerard III, Joshua and Jonah; nieces Patricia and Sheila, nephew Nick III. She was preceded in death by her parents, the late Nicholas Friedman and Minerva Ledig Friedman; her brother, Nicholas Friedman, Jr.; and her sister-in-law, Patricia H. Friedman; and her son-in-law Robbie Jarrell, who was her best bud after her husband died. When we can all gather safely, there will be an ice cream and cake party in her honor. She would love it. Burial will be private.

Jason Lloyd Francis passed away unexpectedly in Bay St. Louis, MS, on August 1, 2020 at the age of 46. Jason was born in New Orleans, LA on December 9, 1973 at Southern Baptist Hospital. He graduated from Archbishop Hannon High in 1992. Jason worked as a carpenter for 11 years at Waterford 3 and was a proud member of Carpenter’s Local Union 1846 for many years. He was a hardworking man, both on the job and off. Jason loved the outdoors and was an avid fisherman and hunter. He was quick with a joke and could cause an entire room to burst into laughter. Jason was a dedicated husband, father, sibling and son. He had a countless number of friends and union family that he loved dearly. Jason is survived by his wife of over 13 years; Cynthia Francis. His four children: Danielle, Alyssa (grandson Aiden), Emily and Jason Jr.; Father: Ernest J. Francis Jr. (Karen Francis); Mother: Edie Francis; Siblings: Madeline Francis Rizzuto (Joseph), Ernest J. Francis III (Sherrie); five nieces, nine nephews, numerous aunts, uncles and cousins. He will be forever loved and missed dearly by all. Relatives and friends are invited to attend a Celebration of Life at St. Bernard Memorial Funeral Home, 701 W. Virtue St., Chalmette, LA on Sunday, August 30, 2020 from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. A memorial service will begin at 1:30 p.m. Due to COVID-19, face masks and social distancing are required. To view and sign the family guestbook, please visit www.stbernardmemorial.com

Patricia June Vitley Holmes passed away on Thursday, August 20, 2020 at the age of 71. She was the cherished wife of the late Jimmie Holmes, and by previous marriage, the late Donald Ecklund and William Lillard. Loving mother of Catherine Doris Ecklund, Ronald Ecklund (Marie) and Donald Ecklund (Baretta). Step-mother of Jimmie Holmes (Thu), Penny Holden, Lewis Holmes (Janel) and Melody McFatrich (Jerald). Daughter of the late Antonio Vitley and June Olive Moore. Sister of David Vitley, Alfred Vitley (Jerrilyn) and Carol McAffee-Vitley. Proud grandmother of Ronald Ecklund Jr., Century Ecklund, Valerie Ecklund, Victoria Ecklund (Jerel), Ashlyn Ecklund, Kayla Guerra, Caitlyn Guerra Perez, Austin Ecklund, Jessica Barlow (Ray), Donald Greenwald and Savanna Goodrich. Step-grandmother of Max Holmes, Si Holmes, My-anh Holmes, My-linh Holmes, Christopher Owens, Joshua Gremillion, Ronnie Lebouef, Miranda Lebouef, Zachary Holmes, Kaylee Holmes, James Davis, Kayla Davis and Jeffrey Davis. She is also survived and fondly remembered by her many great grandchildren, along with many nieces, nephews, cousins and dear friends. Patricia was born in Cheyenne, WY and was a longtime resident of St. Bernard Parish where she enjoyed a long career as a receptionist with Maison Orleans Health Care Center. She truly enjoyed life through her simple pleasures of fishing, reading and genealogy, but nothing surpassed her love for her puppy “Toy” except for Judge Judy in the afternoon. Patricia will always be remembered for her loyalty and dedication to her family, her caring and loving spirit, her laughter, and spoiling the grandchildren. She was well loved and will be deeply missed by us all. 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, September 4, 2020 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., followed by a funeral service in Patricia’s memory beginning at 1 p.m. She will be laid to eternal rest in St. Bernard Memorial Gardens. Due to COVID-19, face masks and social distancing are required. To view and sign the family guestbook, please visit www.stbernardmemorial.com

Hope Mills Isbell passed away on June 27, 2020. She was the wife of Kelly Isbell Jr. for seven years. Beloved mother of Holly Mills, Magan Mills, and Emma Isbell. Mother in law Tammy Lovell. She also leaves behind many cousins, nieces, and nephews. She preceded in death by her parents, the late Gerald Cook Sr. and the late Marsha Johnston. She left behind a brother Gerald Cook Jr. Hope was a long time resident of Terrytown in Gretna. Also a resident of St.Bernard Parish. A visitation memorial will be held at Cornerstone Church of God from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. on August 30, 2020, from 4905 E. St. Bernard Highway, the corner of Francis Place and St.Bernard Highway, Violet, LA 70092.

Carol Ann Kain was called home on April 18, 2020 at the age of 77. Carol is survived by her children John and Keith Kain; siblings Geraldine (Gerry) Fleetwood and Louis Gomez, Jr.; many grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She is also survived by a host of nieces, nephews, extended family and friends. She was preceded in death by her sons Kenneth and Steven Kain; grandson John Kain, Jr.; parents Anna and Louis Gomez; sister Gloria Maggio. Family and friends attended a graveside memorial on August 24, 2020 at St. Bernard Memorial.

Leah Baumy Loescher passed away peacefully at home on August 20, 2020 with her family at her side at the age of 87. Born on July 15, 1933, she was the beloved daughter of the late Hilbert L. Baumy, Sr. and Monica “Sweet” Baumy; and the loving wife of Auther J. Loescher for 51 years before his death in February 2014. Together they had four children, the late Rickey A. Loescher, Clifford Loescher (Patricia), Linda Guttuso (David), and Charles Loescher III (Lisa); six grandchildren, Andrea Melton (Jon), Lindsay Carr (Anthony), Blake Loescher, Brooke Loescher, Madelyn Loescher, and Chandler Loescher; and twin great grandbabies Jon Clark Melton and Sloan Melton. She is also survived by her brothers Eugene Baumy and Richard Baumy, and is preceded in death by her sister Shirley Gomez and her brothers Hilbert Baumy, Jr., Walter “Bubby” Baumy, and baby Leonce Baumy. Prior to her marriage, she worked as a telephone operator at South Central Bell, and as a bank teller at Hibernia National Bank of New Orleans. Later in life she managed “Fragiles” clothing boutique in Slidell, LA. She loved family and children. Her home was always open to the neighborhood children and to her multiple nieces and nephews, whom she loved as her own. She enjoyed cooking and always insisted that everyone stay for dinner. She was a devout Catholic and had a special devotion to the Rosary, The Sacred Heart of Jesus, The Immaculate Heart of Mary and St. Jude. Relatives and friends are invited to attend a visitation to be held at Our Lady of Prompt Succor Catholic Church, 2320 Paris Rd., Chalmette, LA on Monday, August 31, 2020 from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. A funeral mass will begin at 11 a.m. She will be laid to rest in St. Bernard Memorial Gardens. Due to COVID-19, face masks and social distancing are required. To view and sign the family guestbook, please visit www.stbernardmemorial.com

Gayle Lagarde Madden of Meraux, LA, passed away on Sunday, August 16, 2020 at her residence in Meraux at the age of 72. A loving wife and mother, Gayle was preceded in death by her husband Thomas Madden Jr. and her parents Rene Paul Lagarde and Doris Branch Lagarde. Gayle is survived by her two sons, Thomas III (Sally), Rene Sr. (Darlene) and her grandchildren Gabriel, Kelsey and Rene Jr. Gayle was born in New Orleans, Louisiana on December 27, 1947 and grew up in Chalmette, LA. She was an Alumnus of Academy of Holy Angels in New Orleans, LA. She married Thomas on July 15, 1974 at Our Lady of Prompt Succor Catholic Church upon which they took up residence in Meraux, LA. She was an employee of the United States Postal Service for 28 years. She was a member of the Knights of Columbus Ladies Auxiliary at Council #5747 in Chalmette, LA. Gayle was always a giving soul who never met a stranger – only friends she hadn’t made yet. She was always welcoming with open arms. She enjoyed spoiling her three grandchildren. She also enjoyed feeding people, always making sure no one ever left her home hungry. She was one of the most loving souls to grace the earth and with her passing leaves a hole too large to ever be filled. 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, August 29, 2020 from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. A funeral service will begin at 11 a.m. with Fr. Sal Galvez officiating. A private burial will follow at a later date. In lieu of flowers, her family is requesting donations be made in her name to Second Harvester’s Food Bank, https://no-hunger.org/. Due to COVID-19, face masks and social distancing are required. To view and sign the family guestbook, please visit www.stbernardmemorial.com

Maurice “Rifle” Edward Rieffel Sr., a decorated veteran of the U.S. Army who proudly served his country overseas as a Sergeant during the Korean War from 1951 - 1953, passed away peacefully on Sunday, August 16, 2020 at the age of 89. He was the beloved husband of 65 years to Evelyn Francis Rieffel. Loving father of Joette R. Mayeux (Harry) and Maurice E. Rieffel Jr. (Bridgette). Son of the late William Rieffel and Marie Puschman Rieffel. Brother of Mae Joyce R. Billingsley (the late Joe) and the late William Emile Rieffel. Proud grandfather of Jennifer M. Cole (Eugene), Harry J. Mayeux Jr. (Stephanie), Ashley N. Rieffel and Ryan J. Rieffel. Great grandfather of Bayley Cole, Parker Cole, Camryn Cole, Austin Cole, Madeleine Mayeux, Hannah Mayeux and Harrison Mayeux. Step grandfather of Tara M. Mayeux and Tonya M. Solis (J.P.). Step great grandfather of Cali Fava, Colin Choate and Reed Solis. He is also survived and fondly remembered by many nieces, nephews, cousins and dear friends. Maurice was born in New Orleans, LA and was a longtime resident of St. Bernard Parish before settling in Covington, LA and was a current resident of Heritage Manor in Mandeville, LA. He enjoyed several long and satisfying careers with Sears, Woodward & Wight, Elmer’s Candy Company and Binder’s Bakery. He found pleasure in the details of everyday life and caring deeply for others. Maurice will always be remembered for his loyalty and dedication to his family, his laughter and spoiling the grandchildren. He was our pillar of courage and strength and a wonderful example of what it means to care for others. Private services with Military Honors were held in Maurice’s memory. He was laid to eternal rest in St. Bernard Memorial Gardens. To view and sign the family guestbook, please visit www.stbernardmemorial.com.

Emelda Henrietta “Melda” Williams entered her eternal life on Friday, August 14, 2020 in Metairie, LA at the age of 74. Emelda was born May 7, 1946 to the late Joseph Williams and Leola Wilson in New Orleans, LA, and attended Violet High School. She leaves to cherish her most precious memory, her devoted husband, Thomas Williams; her lovely children, Damon, Ayanna, and Alisha Williams; her grandchildren, Jontaz, Tazriyell, Paris, Sebastian and Sheyenne Williams, and Aleecia Boutin; and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Emelda was preceded in death by her sisters, Yvonne Butler and Joan Linda Lewis. She will be missed by many and remembered for hosting holiday celebrations and family gatherings. Friends and family are welcomed to attend her Celebration of Life service on Friday, August 28, 2020 at 11 a.m. at Reaping the Harvest International, 5123 Dauphine St., New Orleans, LA. Visitation will be held from 10 a.m. until the hour of service. Interment will follow at Merrick Cemetery, 7405 St. Bernard Hwy., Violet, LA.

William James “Willie” Ybarzabal, Jr. passed away on Tuesday, August 18, 2020 at the age of 81. Loving father of Ann Carter (Allen), Lisa Ybarzabal, and James Ybarzabal (Amy), stepfather to S.J. Ledet (Iris) and Gino DiVincenti. He was preceded in death by his son Billy. He was the beloved son of the late William James Sr. and Annie Ybarzabal. Brother of Catherine Serpas (the late Don), Patricia Cassagne (Joe), Melanie Koons (Barney), and Mary Foster (Bunny). Proud Papa Willie of Jaime Holmes, Mackenzie Koupal, Tony and Ryan Ledet, Gino Jr. and Molly DiVincenti, Blake Ybarzabal, Stephanie Stephens, Erika Marcev, Nathan Seghers, Adam, Gabrielle, Kyle and Camille Ybarzabal and great grandfather to many. Willie was co-owner of Chalmette Bicycle and Lawn Mower for 57 years, taking over the family business started by his parents in 1963. The store has become known throughout town for its iconic hanging bicycle. He will be forever remembered as a loving neighbor and friend. He was a legend at the Bike Shop and allowed generations of children to “help” him assemble their new bikes. Relatives and friends are invited to attend a memorial gathering to be held at Our Lady of Prompt Succor Catholic Church, 2320 Paris Rd. Chalmette, LA on Saturday, September 5, 2020 from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m., followed by a Funeral Mass beginning at 11 a.m. Burial will be private. Due to COVID-19, face masks and social distancing are required. To view and sign the family guestbook, please visit www.stbernardmemorial.com.

Thomas Andrew O'Donohue passed away August 18, 2020 at the age of 94. Tom was born December 7, 1925 in New Orleans, LA, the son of Robert O'Donohue, Sr. and Viola Hoff O'Donohue. He was preceded in death by his brother Robert J. O'Donohue and sister Rosemary Satter. Tom was a WWII Navy Veteran serving in the Pacific, a former resident of Chalmette, LA, living in Baton Rouge, who loved, fishing, woodworking and was an artist in his early years. He was a devout Catholic and parishioner of St. Louis King of France. Tom was a devoted husband to the late Rosemary Yetter O'Donohue. He is survived by his daughter, Donna Malus, son-in-law Leonce J. Malus, III, grandchildren Julian Malus, Lauren Malus Hernandez and her husband Jonathan Hernandez, and great-grandchildren Jackson, Finn, and Emerson. Tom is also survived by his loving companion Mary Thibodeaux.

Florence "Marie" Reedy of Meraux, LA passed away on Saturday, August 22, 2020 at the age of 59. Loving wife of Mark Reedy for 20 years and beloved daughter of the late Martin Alfonso Jr., Nancy Alfonso & Jean & Jerry Schultz. Marie is survived by her stepdaughter Jessica Hafner, brothers Christopher (Amy) & Chad Alfonso. She was also preceded in death by her brother Martin Alfonso III. Marie will be fondly remembered by many as "Aunt Marie" especially to Zoe Latapie & Addie Alfonso whom she loved as if they were her own. Marie's kindness, generosity, contiguous laugh and tight-tight hugs will be missed by many. Next time you have the chance to help someone out, hug them tight or just give them a sweet smile do that in honor of Marie. Marie will be cremated, and her ashes spread at a later date.

Dorothy Allen Ricouard passed away on Friday, August 28, 2020, at the age of 100. Beloved wife of the late Clifton B. Ricouard. Mother of Allen C. Ricouard (the late Gwen Reichert Ricouard), and daughter Betty J. Ricouard. Grandmother of Tammy R. Legendre (the late Steven), and Allen C. Ricourd, Jr. (Elyce). Great-grandmother of Allen, III, Adam, and Alex Ricouard, Steven, Jr., and Noah Legendre. Sister of the late Myrtle Suprean. She was a member of Christ Lutheran Church. Relatives and friends are invited to a visitation and Lutheran Service at St. Bernard Memorial Funeral Home, 701 W. Virtue Street, in Chalmette, on Thursday, September 3, 2020. She was laid to rest in St. Vincent de Paul Mausoleum. In lieu of flowers, please consider donating to Christ Lutheran Church, in Chalmette, or to a charity of your choice, in Dorothy’s memory. To sign and view the family guestbook, please visit www.stbernardmemorial.com.

Jacqueline Elaine "Jackie" St. Clair Ryan died on Thursday, August 27, 2020, at St. Tammany Parish Hospital at the age of 66. Born, May 22, 1954 in New Orleans, LA and was a life-long resident of St. Bernard Parish before relocating to Ponchatoula. Jackie is survived by her children Tony Ryan and Gena Ryan,; her grandchildren Anthony Michael Ryan and wife Elizabeth, Anthony Joseph Caronna, Olivia Schulz, Chelsey Ryan, Kaitlyn Schulz, Peyton Ryan, Emma Schulz, and Bethany Ryan; and her great-grandchildren Asher James Schulz and Kendall Lynn Fricke. She is also survived by her brother Kary Alley. Jackie is preceded in death by her beloved husband Eugene Anthony Ryan, III, her daughter Jaime Ryan Schulz and her parents. Relatives and friends attend the funeral services at E.J. Fielding Funeral Home, 2260 W 21st Ave, Covington, LA 70433 on Wednesday, September 2, 2020. Please sign the E.J. Fielding Funeral Home online Guest Book at www.ejfieldingfh.com.

Elise T. Samrow passed away peacefully at 2:40 a.m. at her home surrounded by family on Thursday, July 31, 2020 at the age of 97. Beloved wife of the late Frank P. Samrow. Loving mother of Frank Samrow (Janice), Jean Boleware (Melvin) and Rita Camaille (late Leonard). Daughter of the late Mathieu Tamor and Florence Schulz Tamor. Sister of Ronald "Ronnie" Tamor (Linda) and Lucille "Minnie" Guerra and the late Richard Tamor, Inez Serpas, Walter Tamor, Theresa "Tessie" Stanley, Josephine "Billie" Haynes, Sebastian "Bappy" Tamor, Raymond Tamor and Louise Blocker. Sister-in-Law of Lettie Tamor (late Bappy). Proud grandmother of Donna Teachworth (Doug), Toni Atwell, Troy Atwell, David Atwell, Terrie Arabie (Tommy), Angela Camaille (Joseph) and the late Daniel Samrow. Also survived by six great-grandchildren, one great-great grandson and fondly remembered by many nieces, nephews and friends as well as two stepdaughters, Julie Meresicky and Penny Serpas (and families). Elise was born on October 31, 1922 and was a longtime resident of St. Bernard Parish. She loved sewing, cooking, and baking for her family and friends. She also enjoyed being outdoors and gardening. She treasured spending time with her family and friends. She will be forever remembered and deeply missed by all who knew her. Special thanks to the nurses and staff of Canon Hospice and to her granddaughter, Troy, who helped during these past months by being by her side during this time of need. Relatives and friends were invited to share one last cup of coffee in honor of Elise at Delacroix Hope Baptist Church, located at 1932 Bayou Road, St. Bernard on Tuesday, September 1, 2020. Interment followed in Greenwood Cemetery at 5200 Canal Blvd, New Orleans. The family invites you to share your thoughts, fond memories and condolences at www.greenwoodfh.com

Douglas “Doug/Tubby” Savoie passed away peacefully on August 21, 2020 at the age of 86. He was the loving husband of the late Marlene Barrios Savoie and the late Iris Wendling Savoie. Devoted father of Wanda Munch (Keith), Toby Savoie (Dave Kalchik) and Douglas Savoie (Denise). Stepfather of Beth Wood, Joan Trahan, Jean Peterson and Anne Marie Nunez. Grandfather of Jason Munch (Jennifer). Great-grandfather of Jonah Munch. Doug also leaves behind numerous step grandchildren and step great-grandchildren. Doug was preceded in death by his parents the late Ivy Savoie and Rose Marcombe Savoie. Brother of Jennie Crabtree (the late Pat) and the late Harold Savoie (the late Shirley) and the late Lou Ann Jacob (Joseph). Doug will also be missed by an abundance of nieces, nephews, family and friends. Special heartfelt thanks to Woldenberg Village and Passages Hospice for ensuring his last days and transitioning were peaceful. Services are pending and will be announced at a later date. To sign and view the family guestbook, please visit www.stbernardmemorial.com.

Lenny Paul Serpas Sr. has passed on from this Earth to true Paradise on Monday, August 24, 2020 at the age of 82. He was the son of the late Clement Serpas (of Violet, LA) and Eloskia Bernard Serpas (of Galliano, LA). Lenny was born on October 10, 1937 as the fourth of five sons; Clement Jr. (Bobo), Clarence (John), Terrance (Nookie), Lenny Jr. and Lionel Serpas. Lionel the youngest is still awaiting to see them all in Heaven. Lenny married Catherine Kelty from Delacroix Island and they had a joyous 60-year marriage before Catherine passed in 2018. They are survived by their three children; Lenny Serpas Jr., Sandy Serpas Nunez and Blaise J. Serpas; eight grandchildren; Amber, Jenni, Aaron, Gage, Matthew, Michael, Blaise Jr. and Conner, as well as many great grandchildren, cousins and dear friends. Lenny was a lifelong resident of Violet, LA where he was an avid fisherman and a generous member of the Catholic Church. Lenny loved riding his Harley, being outdoors with his friends & family and enjoyed a long career with Exxon Mobil. He grew and guided his family as the Patriarch in the truest, most determined sense of the word. His strength, humor, love and humility will continue in our little swamp that is better for having his light dance upon it for 82 glorious years. Rest grandpa. You certainly earned your wings. Relatives and friends are invited to attend a memorial gathering to be held at Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church, 2621 Colonial Blvd, Violet, LA on Saturday, September 5, 2020, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m., followed by a Memorial Mass in Lenny’s memory beginning at 12 p.m. He will be laid to rest at a later date in St. Bernard Catholic Cemetery. Due to COVID-19, face masks and social distancing are required. To view and sign the Family guestbook, please visit www.stbernardmemorial.com

Jean Laudumiey Velez a pre-Katrina resident of St. Bernard Parish, Meraux, LA, passed away Thursday, August 27, 2020 at the age of 87. She leaves behind her beloved companion of nearly 40 years, Charlie Rogers; daughter of the late Louise Bethancourt Laudumiey and Marion Joseph Laudumiey; mother of the late Marc Velez and Bruce Velez; sister of Lynne Laudumiey Masinter of Metairie, LA , and the late Diane Laudumiey Walsh of St. Louis, Mo; sister-in-law of Donald Masinter and the late Thomas F. Walsh. Also left to mourn is a granddaughter as well as nieces and nephews. Special thanks to the staff of Chateau Living Center in Kenner, LA for the care they provided over the last two years. Jean was a former employee of Sears and her gentle way; kind heart and lively sense of humor will never be forgotten. A graveside service was held on Tuesday, September 1, 2020, at Garden of Memories Cemetery, 4900 Airline Drive, Metairie, Louisiana. To offer condolences or send flowers please visit www.gardenofmemoriesmetairie.com.