Shawn Michael Rogers, beloved husband and father; entered the eternal arms of Jesus and Mary in Paradise on Saturday, November 7, 2020 at the age of 62. He was the loving husband of Cynthia Artus Rogers, and the devoted father of two daughters; Shawntel Carolyn Rogers (Thomas) and Brandy Jean Rogers. Shawn was preceded in death by his parents, the late James O. Rogers and the late Carolyn Wallace Rogers, and by his two brothers, the late Gerard Anthony Rogers (Terri) and the late Stephen P. Rogers. His surviving siblings include James Brent Rogers (Patricia), Katherine Rogers Sharp (Rob), Robert B. Rogers, and Elise Rogers Schmoorkoff (John), and a host of aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces, and nephews. He also leaves behind his loving companion dogs Toby, Snickers, and his pet rabbit, Summer. Shawn attended Chalmette High School, then joined the United States Navy. He then returned home, worked in Security, and eventually earned a diploma in Carpentry and A/C Refrigeration, where he worked until his illness prevented him from working. Shawn was an all-around happy-go-lucky guy; always joking. He had an avid love for music, particularly the Beatles and Buddy Holly, and he had an extensive record collection. He was also a diehard Saints and Tulane green wave fan (he was the #1 Bestest Saints Fan ever). On a more serious note, Shawn had an unending love and devotion for our Lord Jesus and Mary. He was a CCD teacher and a church usher for OLPS for several years. He often made sacrifices; especially pain and suffering, offering it up for the Holy Souls of Purgatory. Any time a favor was asked of him, he promptly did it. He will be dearly missed by all who knew him. “Remember me with smiles and laughter; for that’s the way I’ll remember you all. If you can only remember me with tears, then don’t remember me at all.” Relatives, friends, and employees of heart of hospice attended a gathering and memorial mass held in his memory at St. Bernard Memorial Funeral Home, 701 W. Virtue St., Chalmette, on Saturday, December 5, 2020. In lieu of flowers, masses preferred or donations to the American Heart Association.

Robert Lee Henderson, Jr., passed away peacefully at home, in his sleep on Wednesday, November 25, 2020 at the age of 89. Robert was born on August 23, 1931 to the late Ollie Elizabeth Lyons Henderson & Robert Lee Henderson, Sr. Robert was also preceded in death by his loving wife of 32 years, Joyce Steinkamp Henderson, brothers William Jacobs, Richard Jacobs & Stepfather William Jacobs. Robert is survived by three daughters, Patricia Henderson Thriffiley (Alan Sr.), Cynthia Henderson Donnelly (Ronnie) and Debra Henderson MacLean; nine Grandchildren, Alan Thriffiley Jr. (Brandy), Tricia Thriffiley Phillpott (Wayne), Cherie’ Kay Thriffiley LaRocca (Joey), Dana Donnelly Dusang, Robin Donnelly Morvant (Scott), Joy Donnelly McWilliams (Chance), Jennifer MacLean Russell (Jimmy), Jill MacLean Milliet (Ronnie) and Jeffery MacLean Jr. (Heidi); 19 great-grandchildren; Dominic, Catherine & Lilly Thriffiley, Juliana & Jack Henry Phillpott, Luke & Jude LaRocca, Damon & Marissa Donnelly, Hailey & Gavin Morvant, Mason & Ava McWilliams, James & Julia Russell, Gracie & Mallory Milliet and Emma & Aven MacLean. Robert also leaves behind his Companion, Bobette Bensel & Family. Mr. Henderson served in the Army during the Korean War as a Corporal. He devoted 34 years to his job at the American Can Company. Bob centered his life around his family. Bob enjoyed traveling, playing golf, cards & daily newspaper puzzles. Family & Friends attended a memorial gathering at Our Lady of Prompt Succor Church, 2320 Paris Rd., Chalmette, LA followed by a memorial prayer service on Monday, December 7, 2020. Interment: St. Bernard Memorial Gardens, Chalmette, LA. To view and sign the Family Guestbook, please visit www.stbernardmemorial.com

Keira Jeanine Johnson, passed away on Wednesday, December 2, 2020 at the age of five months. Keira was born on June 23, 2020 to Eric Johnson & Ariel Hardeman in New Orleans, LA. Besides her parents, Keira is survived by her maternal grandparents Keith Hardeman (Dawn Blume) & Crystal Melerine; paternal grandparents Dana Riley (Stacy) and Eric Johnson (Dana); maternal great-grandparent Sheila Melerine (Liz). Maternal aunts and uncles, Dillian Melerine, Amanda Jarvis, Kyra Camardelle, Calveyion Montgomery, Justin Blume and Troy Jarvis Jr; paternal aunts & uncles, Alayanae Riley, Erianne Johnson (Jeremy) Shelby Riley (Briair), Kenrie Narcisse, Stacy Riley, Seth Riley and Keivan Wilson. Keira was preceded in death by one great-grandparent, Alice Dolese. Family & Friends attended a visitation followed by a chapel service at St. Bernard Memorial Gardens 701 W Virtue Street Chalmette, LA on Wednesday, December 9, 2020. To view and sign the Family Guestbook, please visit www.stbernardmemorial.com.

Harold Louis Lusignan passed away on Thursday, November 26, 2020, at the age of 96. He was born June 21, 1924, in Algiers, LA, to Louis Lusignan and Anaise Hebert. A proud World War II Army veteran, Harold served his country in France and Germany as part of the 648th Tank Destroyer Battalion. Harold retired in 1986 from Hebbler Construction after years of dedicated service. The loss of their home to Hurricane Katrina initiated a move across the lake to Tickfaw, LA. He was preceded in death by his parents; his beloved wife of 70 years, Gloria Beauvais Lusignan; his brothers Floyd, Dave and Gale Lusignan; his sisters Lois Clinton and Lorraine Kusman. He is survived by his loving daughter Jocelyn Bagert (V Vernile “Michael”); grandson William Michael Bagert; as well as numerous nieces, nephews and friends. Harold cherished his visits with William Kuhn; and his wife’s family, Ann and Frank Cangelosi, their daughter Christine Redmon (Andy). The family would especially like to thank the Village at St. Bernard for the compassionate care they provided to Harold in his time with them. Harold and Gloria were well known for gardening and the large collection of bromeliad plants at their New Orleans home – and now we find comfort in knowing that they are tending to God’s garden together. The love they gave and showed will be cherished for years to come. Family and friends attended a visitation and Funeral Mas at Lake Lawn Metairie Funeral Home, 5100 Pontchartrain Blvd., New Orleans, on Friday, December 4, 2020. For those so desiring, memorials in honor of Harold Louis Lusignan may be made to the Wounded Warrior Project at www.woundedwarriorproject.org. The family invites you to share your thoughts, fond memories, and condolences online at www.lakelawnmetairie.com.

Ann Sugar Cupit of Hammond, LA, passed away on Sunday, December 6, 2020 at the age of 81. Beloved wife of the late Donald William Cupit, Sr. Daughter of the late Roy Sugar and Rosalee Monteleone Sugar. Mother of Donald W. Cupit, Jr., Kathy Cupit Bauer (the late Danny), Sandra Cupit Cuccia (Mike), and Sharon Cupit Guidry. Sister of the late Johnny Sugar. Grandmother of Kellie Bauer Bischof, Laurie Bauer, Jill Cuccia Helm, Michael Cuccia, Anthony Cuccia, Kristin Cupit and the late Jeff Cuccia. Great grandmother of Olivia, Sophia, Stella Helm, Emma, Addie, Genevieve Bischof, Isabel, Charlotte and Amelia Cuccia, A native of Chicago, IL, and a former resident of Arabi, La. and a resident of Hammond since Hurricane Katrina. Relatives and friends of the family attended the visitation and Funeral Mass at Honaker Funeral Home, 1751 Gause Blvd. West (in Forest Lawn Cemetery), Slidell, LA on Monday, December 14, 2020. Interment: Forest Lawn Cemetery. Please visit www.honakerforestlawn.com to sign guestbook

Carol Ann Dauterive Dudenhefer passed away on Thursday, December 10, 2020 at the age of 71. Beloved wife of Robert Dudenhefer Sr. Loving mother of Crystal Barker, Robert Dudenhefer Jr., Karen Dudenhefer, Laurie Howard and the late Ricky McCurley. Daughter of the late Raoul B. Dauterive Sr. and Lucille O’Neil Dauterive. Sister of Raoul Dauterive Jr., Ronnie Dauterive (Janet) and Betty Sullivan (William). Proud grandmother of Callie Cure and Kai McCurly. Aunt of the late Raoul Dauterive III. Carol was born on November 30, 1949 in New Orleans, LA and was a current resident of Carriere, MS. 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 graveside service to be held at St. Bernard Memorial Gardens, 701 W. Virtue St., Chalmette, LA on Wednesday, December 23, 2020 at 10 a.m. Due to COVID-19, face masks and social distancing are required. To view and sign the Family Guestbook, please visit www.stbernardmemorial.com.

Floyd Bernard Duplessis passed away on Sunday, November 29, 2020 in New Orleans, LA at the age of 70. Born December 6, 1949 to the late Beatrice and Alvin Duplessis, Floyd is survived by his oldest daughter Tina, Sophia, and April, sons-in-law, Jeffrey and Willie; grandchildren, Minesha, Sanaa, Sieanna, Ariel, Allon, Makayla, and Marcus; siblings, George Davis III, Patricia Edwards, Evelyn Brooks (Karl), Joycelyn Griffin (Myron), Donna Duplessis, Barrett Duplessis (Mary), Elyouna Duplessis, Rickey Duplessis, Connie Duplessis, Elvis Duplessis, Kim Duplessis (Karen), Troy Duplessis (Parvia), Garcia Duplessis Williams (Charles), Michael Duplessis (Cheryl), Carmen Duplessis, Latonya Duplessis Augustine (Michael); and a host of other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, and three brothers, Timothy Edwards, Donald Davis, and Alvin Duplessis. A visitation and funeral service celebrating the life Floyd Bernard Duplessis was held on Friday, December 11, 2020 at Christian Fellowship Family Worship Center, 5816 East Judge Perez Dr., Violet, LA. Interment: Mount Olivet Cemetery, New Orleans, LA. Arrangements entrusted to Heritage Funeral Directors, New Orleans, LA.

Benjamin Israel Jones was born March 16, 1964 in New Orleans, LA. He grew up and attended school in St. Bernard Parish. Benjamin was employed for several years at Augies Exterminaton. He was a kind and loving person, was loved by many people and was always in good spirits. Benjamin leaves to cherish his memory two children, Benjamin Israel Brown Sr. and Ebony Hydel; two grandchildren, Benjamin Brown Jr. and Rah’Saan Major. Benjamin loved his children, grandchildren and family. His words to his family and others were “I love you and be careful.” A Funeral Service honoring the life of Mr. Benjamin Israel Jones was held in the Chapel of Charbonnet Family Services, 4917 E. Judge Perez Dr., Violet, LA on Thursday, December 18, 2020. Interment: Merrick Cemetery. The public attended a drive through viewing at the funeral home on Wednesday, December 16, 2020. Please sign online guestbook at www.charbonnetfuneralhome.com.

Ondolph “Bud” Joseph Riviere, Jr., passed away peacefully surrounded by family on December 7, 2020 at the age of 78. Beloved husband of Ruth Gabriel Riviere. Son of late Ondolph Joseph Riviere Sr., and Rose Parker Riviere. Father of Dawnn Wheeler (Glen), Mary “Rosie” Chauppetta (Jimmy), Margaret “Ruthie” Riviere, Sherry Dudoussat (Eddie), Ondolph “Buddy” Riviere III (Marsha), Kim Daigle (Wayne), Troy Riviere (Heather), Jason Riviere, and Gabrielle Riviere. Grandfather of Brittany Wheeler (Brian), Chantel Chauppetta (Richie), Eddie Billiot Jr. (Michelle), Craig Billiot, Justin Billiot (Brandi), Tiffany Riviere, Gabrielle Riviere, Eddie Dudoussat IV (Toni), Megan Box (Brandon), Dylan Riviere, Kimberly Rodriguez (Gerald), Marc Rodriguez Jr. (Haylie), Kurt Rodriguez (Candace), late Haden Riviere, Reid Riviere, Drey Riviere, Dalton Riviere, and Brooklyn Riviere. Great-Grandfather of Caleb Chauppetta, Samantha Childress, Huntalyn Childress, Bryce Childress, Katelynn Billiot, Madison Billiot, Kylie Billiot, Ethan Billiot, Camden Billiot, Carter Hinten, Coby Hinten, Camryn Riviere, Cruz Rodriguez, Rhyan Rodriguez, and Tayson Rodriguez. Brother of late Marie Barnes, late Doris Augustine, late Thelma Riviere, late Britten Riviere, Shirley Calhoun, Monroe Riviere, and Barry Riviere. He also had many nieces, nephews, cousins, and dear friends. Bud resided in St. Bernard Parish for 53 years and was a retired carpenter & roofer. His greatest accomplishment was being a Husband, Daddy, and Pawpaw. His passion was the love for music, especially Elvis. He loved dancing and singing. He had a soft spot in his heart for animals. His favorite foods were red beans, baked ham, seafood okra gumbo, crawfish bisque, and peach cobbler. His favorite holiday was Christmas. He was a people’s person and was always the life of the party with his comedic personality. He would give the shirt off of his back and last dollar to anyone in need. Most of all he loved his wife and family. He was loved and cherished by all who met him. He will be deeply missed by all. Relatives and Friends of the Family attended the Visitation and Funeral Mass at St. Bernard Memorial Funeral Home & Gardens, 701 W. Virtue St., Chalmette, LA 70043 on Saturday, December 19, 2020. Interment: Private. To view and sign the Family Guestbook, please visit www.stbernardmemorial.com.

Thomas Joseph Bird went to be with the Lord on December 12, 2020, in Alexandria, LA. He was born on February 19, 1952 in New Orleans to Donald Joseph Bird, Sr. and Joyce Donovan Bird. Thom was a graduate of Calhoon Marine Engineering School in Baltimore, where he met his wife Nancy and graduated in September 1975. He went to sea and traveled the world for a year with the U.S. Merchant Marines, which he loved, but felt most fulfilled when he was around his family in Louisiana. He spent 20 years working at Domino Sugar in Arabi, LA, withstanding Hurricane Katrina from the refinery and relocating to Many, LA, following the storm. He would later retire from Domino Sugar in 2007 with great memories and lifelong friends. Thom pursued numerous entrepreneurial endeavors and had a servant’s heart. He was passionate about learning, always willing to share his knowledge with others, and looking for new information or interests to discover. He could be found repairing computers and small machines, cooking, fishing, gardening, and connecting with others via HAM radio, sometimes all within the same day. Thom also enjoyed car racing and firearms -- two passions that created fond memories with his children. He is preceded in death by his brother Donald J. Bird, Jr. and father, Donald J. Bird, Sr. Thom is survived by his mother Joyce Bird of Lacombe, LA; wife of more than 43 years Nancy Rothschild Bird of Many, LA; son Gabriel Bird (Melissa) of Oklahoma City, OK; daughter Kirstie Bird of Oklahoma City, OK; son Zachary Bird of Baton Rouge, LA; and two grandchildren who he adored, Hannah and Donovan Bird. A private funeral is scheduled at Honaker Funeral Home in Slidell, LA. A celebration of Thom’s life will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, please consider donating in Thom’s name to Barking Mad Animal Rescue in Hemphill, TX, an organization close to Thom’s heart.

Janet E. Arseneaux Creighton passed away peacefully at her home in Arabi, LA, on December 17, 2020 at the age of 72. A native of New Orleans, Janet was born on January 25, 1948 to the late Leo B. Arseneaux and Jannette Levine Arseneaux. Janet is survived by her husband of over 51 years, Donald A. Creighton Sr.; her daughter, Nicole Creighton; son, Donald A. Creighton Jr.; her grandchildren, Alyce Plunkett and Layla Creighton; and numerous nieces and nephews. She is preceded in death by her parents; her sister, Elsie Binder and brother, Leo Arseneaux. Janet was truly dedicated to her family; she was a devoted wife and a wonderful and loving mother and grandmother. A woman of strong faith, she was a devout Christian who loved the Lord. Relatives and friends attended the visitation and funeral service held in the chapel of Lake Lawn Metairie Funeral Home, 5100 Pontchartrain Blvd, New Orleans, LA 70124 on Tuesday December 22, 2020. Interment: Lake Lawn Park Mausoleum, New Orleans, LA. The family invites you to express your fond thoughts, memories and condolences online at lakelawnmetairie.com.

Nelva Jeanette Delaney passed away on Friday, December 18, 2020 at the age of 90. Born July 20, 1930 in Opp, AL; she is preceded in death by her husband of 68 years, Edwin P. Delaney, Jr. and her son Deon. She is survived by her three daughters, Deborah (Bill), Denise (Joe) and Deirdre (Fred); seven grandchildren, Steve (Stacy), Michael (Michelle), Rachael (John), Kevin, Megan, Patrick (Caitlin), and Peter; and nine great grandchildren, Samuel, Maxwell, Justin, Gavin, William, Thomas, Charlotte, Maeve, and Hattie. She served as a docent and Director at the historic Beauregard-Keyes House for a number of years, and was often referred to as a true southern belle. She was laid to rest in St. Bernard Memorial Gardens on Tuesday, December 22, 2020. Although the services were limited to immediate family only due to COVID-19, other relatives and friends participated in the service via Facebook live at www.facebook.com/stbernardmemorial. A celebration of her life will be planned in the coming months when safe. We invite you to share memories and condolences at www.stbernardmemorial.com.

Mark Michael Hannan bravely fought and unfortunately lost his battle with cancer on December 11, 2020, surrounded by family at his home in Mandeville, LA; at the age of 58. He was born on January 26, 1962, to Zelda Zettwoch Hannan and Edward Maxwell Hannan, Sr. He was born in New Orleans, LA, the youngest of five children. Mark’s father passed away when he was only two years old, and although he never had a chance to know his own father, he managed to be the best husband and Dad his wife and three sons could have ever asked for. Mark grew up in Chalmette, LA, on Charles Drive, just down the street from St. Mark’s Church. He learned the value of hard work from his mother, experiencing the importance of family and finding true passion as a fisherman and duck hunter with his brothers just over the Forty Arpent Canal levee. He found love in the arms of his wife, and they built a home together in Meraux, LA, in Lexington Place Subdivision and filled it with countless memories with their three sons. When Hurricane Katrina overtopped that very levee he hunted across, Mark and his family lost every material thing they owned but this was no matter to him. Like many others he relocated to the Northshore, and while he was in a new home with none of his old belongings, he retained the same values, passion, love, and memories he and his family had built over the years. He never missed an opportunity to share his passion of duck hunting, and countless family members and friends can attest to his skills in a blind, where he often exhibited one of his other greatest strengths: telling a good story. He was preceded in death by his parents Edward Maxwell Hannan, Sr. and Zelda Zettwoch Hannan, his uncle Louis “LD” Zettwoch, and his brother-in-law James Moore. He is survived by his beloved wife of 27 years Karen Francke Hannan, and his three sons Connor, Parker, and Nicholas Hannan. He is also survived by his uncle James Campbell, aunt Jeanne “Kay” Tardo, sister Lynne Marie Moore and his brothers Edward (Rita), Jack (Frances), and Timothy Hannan (Laverne), as well as many loving in-laws, sixteen nieces and nephews, and several bag limits of great-nieces and nephews. Mark finished his career as the City Dispatch Supervisor at AAA Cooper Transportation where he worked for 31 years, working as hard as he could to provide his family with a wonderful life. And despite his long hours and commute, he would make it to every one of his sons’ sports games, and band concerts and competitions. He was the definition of a selfless husband and father who was so immensely proud of his sons. When Mark was not working, you could often find him fishing and hunting ducks and geese with his sons, relatives and friends somewhere between Lake Lery and Fishing Smack Bay. Mark always said, “Keep it simple.” All he needed was a happy family, a great hunt, a limit of reds, and a beer with a good story. He valued a simple life and while planning his funeral, his requests were simple; he wanted ‘Simple Man’ by Lynyrd Skynyrd to be played at his funeral, and finally he wanted to be buried in a cypress casket made by the monks of St. Joseph’s Abbey, as a reminder of the marsh and swamp where he spent so many mornings and evenings hunting and fishing with the ones he loved. Relatives and friends attended the visitation and funeral service at Greenwood Funeral Home, 5200 Canal Blvd, New Orleans, on Saturday, December 19, 2020. Interment: Greenwood Cemetery, New Orleans, LA. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in Mark’s name to The St. Tammany Hospital Foundation www.sthfoundation.org/funding), or The CHARGE Syndrome Foundation (https://www.chargesyndrome.org/get-involved/ donate/tribute-gift-donations/, or The National MPS Society at https://mpssociety.org/give/. The family invites you to share your thoughts, fond memories, condolences, and view the livestreamed funeral service at https://www.greenwoodfh. com/tributes/Mark-Hannan.

Helen Berrigan Tauzier, born on June 16, 1931, passed away on Sunday, December 13, 2020 at the age of 89. Beloved wife of the late Frederick A. Tauzier, Jr. of 43 years. She is survived by her son Gary F. Tauzier and daughter Patricia T. Vedros (Earl Jr.). Loving grandmother of Jared, Amanda, Wendy, Katie, Christopher and Kellie. Preceded in death by her parents, Walter Edward Berrigan and Josephine Valenti Berrigan, and her son, Walter D. Tauzier (Eileen). A native of New Orleans, LA, graduated from John McDonough High School. She worked at South Central Bell. Upon her marriage, she moved to Chalmette, LA, where she raised her three children. She then moved to Meraux, LA, where she resided until Hurricane Katrina. She then relocated to Covington, LA. She enjoyed going to casinos, baking brownies for her grandchildren, playing poker keno, and playing cards with friends. She relocated to the West Bank of Jefferson Parish, where she lived until her death. Relatives and friends of the family attended a visitation and funeral mass on Monday, December 21, 2020, at Our Lady of Prompt Succor Catholic Church, 2320 Paris Rd., Chalmette, LA. She was laid to rest in St. Bernard Memorial Gardens. To sign and view the family guestbook, please visit www. stbernardmemorial.com.

Francis Forrest Cady, Jr., was called home on Thursday, December 24, 2020 at the age of 70. Francis was born in New Orleans, Louisiana on August 27, 1950. He resided in Ponchatoula, LA, for the past 14 years and previously resided in Chalmette, LA, and Birmingham, AL. Francis graduated from the University of New Orleans and worked as a Credit Manager for Reilly Foods for over 20 years. In retirement Francis enjoyed riding his motorcycle and was an active member of the Southern Cruisers and the Southern Louisiana Chapter of the U.S. Spyder Ryders. He also enjoyed watching science fiction films and seeing his grandchildren. Francis had a strong Catholic faith and was a member of the St Albert Catholic Church where he was a devout parishioner and attended Mass regularly. Francis is survived by his wife Deborah Boudreaux Cady; son Sean Cady (Heather); daughter Lesley Cady Prochaska (Christopher); stepson Fred Boudreaux; stepdaughter Jill (Ryan) and his grandchildren Shane Cady, Emeline Prochaska, and Ferris Prochaska. He was proceeded in death by his loving and devoted wife of 45 years, Renee Fahr Cady, his parents, Francis Forrest Cady Sr. and Elmira Cady, his sister Elizabeth Bazile, and his nephew Johnny Bazile. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Funeral Service in the chapel of Harry McKneely & Son Funeral Home, 2000 N. Morrison Blvd., Hammond, LA 70401, on Saturday, January 2, 2021 at 1 p.m. The service will also be hosted virtually via Facebook Live at <https:// fb.me/e/3m2km4uhz>. Visitation will begin at 12 p.m. and continue until 1 p.m. Interment: Rosaryville Mausoleum, Ponchatoula, LA. Face masks are mandatory to attend any visitation or service and we ask that you maintain a respectful distance with the family. Thank you for your cooperation. To view and sign the family guest book, please visit www.harrymckneely.com.

Whitney Joseph Elfert, III, went to be with the Lord on December 21, 2020 at the age of 76. He was a native of New Orleans, LA, former resident of St. Bernard Parish; and a resident of Hammond, LA. Whitney was a 1962 graduate of Cor Jesu. He loved cutting grass and fishing. Whitney was a quick-witted comedian. He and his wife Gloria fostered 100 children. Whitney will be greatly missed by all. Whitney is survived by his beloved wife, Gloria Galyean Elfert; daughters, Hannah Elfert Wilkins and Naomi Lynn Elfert; sons, John, Michael, Dennis, Travis, Timothy, Andrew Elfert, James and Michael Houston; sister, Arlene Elfert Anzalone; grandchildren, Kayla, Kelsey, Kevin, Daniel, Rachel, Katie Elfert, Tyler, Reyna, Joseph Houston, and Xavier Wilkins. Preceded in death by his parents, Whitney and Mildred Elfert. Family and friends attended the visitation and funeral services at Brandon G. Thompson Funeral Home, 12012 Highway 190 W, Hammond, on Tuesday, December 29, 2020. Interment: Emmaus Baptist Church Cemetery, Tickfaw, LA. In lieu of flowers, a memorial donation can be made to a Parkinson’s charity of your choice.

Vicki Lynn Cantrell Gutierrez, a lifelong resident of St. Bernard Parish, passed away on Sunday, December 27, 2020 at the age of 63. She was married to the love of her life, Leon Gutierrez, for 43 years. Through their love for one another, they produced two sons Ralph Gutierrez (Lindsay) and Rees Gutierrez. Vicki was the firstborn child to Walter Cantrell Sr. (Rose), a lifelong resident of St. Bernard Parish, and the late Diane Bullock Hartwell (Mark). She had multiple siblings from her parents first and subsequent unions, including in order of age her loving brothers, Walter Cantrell Jr., Kevin Cantrell (April), and the late Ronnie Kramer Jr., her sisters Belinda Ruiz (Troy), Connie Spencer (Stacy), and finally her youngest brother, Brandon Swate. As proud as Vicki and Leon were of their own children, they were head over heels in love and so thankful for their grandchildren Wyatt Gutierrez and Willow Gutierrez (ch. of Ralph and Lindsay) and Hollyn Gutierrez (ch. of Rees and Michelle Waites). Vicki was also blessed with the honor of being the godmother of Jason and Kinsley Matthews. She is survived by many uncles, aunts, nieces, nephews, cousins and friends, too many to be mentioned by name, but all of whom know who they are and how much she loved them. Vicki was born on December 23, 1957 in New Orleans, LA. She spent most of her childhood living in Violet, LA, and raised her family in Meraux, LA. She will be forever remembered as a loving wife, doting mother and proud grandmother who loved spending time with her family. She had a keen wit and an infectious laugh and truly was one of the most loving, caring and kind-hearted people in all of God’s creation. She is already and will forever be deeply missed by all whose lives she touched. Relatives and friends are invited to attend a visitation to be held at Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church, 2621 Colonial Blvd., Violet, on Saturday, January 2, 2021 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. noon. A Funeral Mass will begin at 12 p.m. noon. Interment: Private. Due to COVID-19, face masks and social distancing are required. To view and sign the Family Guestbook, please visit www.stbernardmemorial.com

Clarence Leo Kane, Jr., departed this life on Tuesday, December 22, 2020 at Ochsner Medical Center at the age of 77. He was born on August 7, 1943 in Lake Charles, LA, to the late Clarence Leo Kane, Sr. and Lucille Kane. Clarence was a graduate of Lake Charles Boston High School, Fisk University and was a veteran of the United States Air Force. He retired from the State of Louisiana Department of Labor in 2008. During his retirement, Clarence dedicated his time substituting at local high schools and educating the youth. He was an active member of the Rho Phi Chapter of the Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. and the Basileus of the Rho Chi Chapter in Lake Charles, LA. Clarence was also a parishioner of Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church. Clarence married his wife Barbara on December 30, 1989. His pride and joy in life was watching sports, reading mystery novels and sharing times with the brothers of his fraternity. He is survived by his wife of 31 years, Barbara Edwards Kane; daughters, Valerie Kane-Cox, Felicia Kane Nichols and Catherine Lewis; son, John Edwards; grandchildren, Alicia Kirkland, Tianna Cox, Michael Cox, Antonio Nichols, Jr., Demetrick Nichols, Anthony Nichols, Andria Nichols, Maiya Snowton, Laylah Straughn, JaVon Lykes, Paris Blanchard and John Edwards, Jr.; brother, Grant Kane; daughter-in-law, Conchetta Edwards; sons-in-law, Alphonso Cox and Antonio Nichols Sr.; sisters-in-law, Shirley Kane, Helen Edwards and Joyce Edwards; brothers-in-law, Arthur Edwards, Alvin Edwards and Phillip Edwards. Also survived by a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends. Family and friends attended a drive thru viewing on Tuesday, December 29, 2020, and a Mass of Christian burial honoring the life of Mr. Clarence Leo Kane, Jr., at Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church, 2621 Colonial Blvd., Violet, LA 70092 on Wednesday, December 30, 2020. Please sign online guestbook at www.charbonnetfuneralhome.com.

Michael Raymond Hearty entered heaven on Monday, December 21, 2020 at 12:59 a.m. at the age of 66. He fought a courageous battle with cancer since 2018. He believed, one day, a cure would be found for others and made clinical donations to MD Anderson for cancer research. Mike loved his wife of 44 years, Pamela Troxclair Hearty, with all of his heart. He adored his children, Michael P. Hearty and Michelle H. Dubos (Jonathan M. Dubos). He cherished every moment shared with his family, friends, co-workers and pets. Mike enjoyed walks, running, boiling crawfish, horse racing, football and Las Vegas. Everyone that met Mike loved him. He was always willing to help anyone and never expected anything in return. He truly did things out of the kindness of his heart. Mike was a devoted, generous person who put others first. He made numerous donations to charities, organizations, schools and churches. Mike was born on April 8, 1954 in New Orleans, Louisiana and moved to St. Bernard Parish during his teenage years. He graduated from Chalmette High School in 1972 and was a sponsor for Sigma Delta Chi Sorority. He attended University of New Orleans from 1972-1975. Mike worked for D.H. Holmes (1970-1977), South Central Bell Telephone Company (1977-1986) and BOE-TEL Corporation (1986- 2008). He achieved numerous certifications and training in telecommunications. Mike proudly became the owner of BOE-TEL Communications, LLC in 2008. He made life-long friends through work and cared deeply for his employees. Mike was preceded in death by his dear parents, the late Michael Albert Hearty and the late Cleo Krennerich Hearty. He is survived by his loving sisters Patty Ann Hearty and Cathy Hearty Estopinal, his nieces, Jenny Abshier and Becky Baiamonte, and his nephews, Robert Estopinal, James Estopinal and Mark Abshier. Mike was the son-in-law of the late Eddie P. Troxclair and the late Joyce S. Troxclair. He was the brother-in-law of the late E.J., Susan (Harry), Deborah (late Larry), Ronnie (Sharon) and Craig (Susan). Mike is also survived by many other nieces, nephews, and cousins that he loved. Mike walked by his faith and was a Trustee Member of Christ Lutheran Church. He also attended Our Lady of Prompt Succor Church. Relatives and friends attended a visitation , followed by a funeral service in Michael’s memory at St. Bernard Memorial Funeral Home, 701 W. Virtue St., Chalmette, LA on Tuesday, December 29, 2020. He was laid to eternal rest in St. Bernard Memorial Gardens. To view and sign the Family Guestbook, please visit www.stbernardmemorial.com.

Dennis A. Showalter, a Veteran of the U.S. Army National Guard who proudly serviced his country in 1/141st Washington Artillery Army National Guard; passed away on December 27, 2020 at the age of 64. He was the beloved husband of Jan M. Jensen-Showalter. Loving father of D.J. Showalter, Devin Showalter, Jordan Showalter and Justan Showalter. Son of the late Tommie Jane Showalter and David George Showalter. Brother of Tina Lobrano and the late David George Showalter Jr. and Randal James Showalter. Proud grandfather of Audrina Grace Showalter, Weylin Allan Showalter, Emmie Jane Showalter and Kyleigh Eva Dibble. He is also survived and fondly remembered by many nieces, nephews, cousins and dear friends. Dennis was born in New Orleans, LA and was currently residing in Pearl River, LA. He was a graduate of Chalmette High School Class of ’76 and attended both Tulane University and Nichols State University on Athletic Scholarships. He was a proud member of the Washington Artillery Veterans Association (WAVA). He found pleasure in the details of everyday life and loved taking part in any activities with his sons. Dennis will always be remembered for his loyalty to his country and dedication to his family; his caring and loving spirit, and spoiling the grandchildren. He was our pillar of courage and strength and a wonderful example of what it means to be a true family man. He was well loved and will be deeply missed by us all. Relatives and friends are invited to attend a memorial gathering to be held at Our Lady of Prompt Succor Church, 2320 Paris Rd., Chalmette, LA on Saturday, January 9, 2021 from 10:30 a.m. to 12 p.m., followed by a Memorial Mass in Dennis’ memory beginning at 12 p.m. Interment: Private. Due to COVID-19, face masks and social distancing are required. To view and sign the Family Guestbook, please visit www.stbernardmemorial.com.