Obituaries

May 3, 2025

Shreveport, La. – Barbara Ann Williams White, 87, passed away Saturday, May 3, 2025, at Garden Park Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Shreveport, Louisiana. She was born Feb. 26, 1938, in Knoxville, Tennessee, to Charles Franklin "Buck" Williams and Frances Black Williams.

Barbara was preceded in death by her parents. She is survived by her husband of...

May 2, 2025

Bessie D. Smith was born October 2, 1940 to Eddie Davenport Jr. and Lena Dupree Davenport in Shreveport, La . She will truly be missed by the Stoner Hill/ Valencia Community. May we never forget in her words "You know, I love you."

She leaves to cherish her sister-in-law Gloria C. Davenport along with six nieces, Shirley...

May 1, 2025

Rebecca Jane Willis Huber (Becky, Mom, Mimi, Babe!) went to be with Jesus on May 1st at the age of 73.

Becky was born in Springhill, LA on November 1, 1951, to Darrell Avondale Willis and Alice Faye Fish Willis. After graduating from Springhill High School, she earned her Associate's Degree from Louisiana Tech University. There she...

Apr 29, 2025

Carmen Adkins Milner, a cherished wife, mother, grandmother, sister and friend, passed away peacefully at home on April 29th at the age of 61 after a brief but courageous battle with cancer.

Carmen was born May 7th, 1963 in Shreveport, Louisiana, the baby of 5 daughters to William and Norma Adkins, growing up to be "one of...

Apr 29, 2025

Esther Lene DuBois Mooty, a loving wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother, gained her angel wings on April29, 2025, at the age of 88.

She leaves behind to cherish her memories her husband William H. Mooty, Stacy Mooty Grace husband Gerald, Billy Mooty wife Shirey and April Mooty Parker and husband Bobby.  Grandchildren Kelsey Parker Crutcher husband Matt,...

Apr 26, 2025

Jacqueline Lee Hanks Jones age 71 years passed away on Saturday, April 26th from pancreatic cancer. She was under the care of Christus Hospice and resided at Booker T. Washington nursing home in Shreveport, La.She is survived by a step father, Roy Allen Winstead, sister, Nancy (Roy)Bellande, a niece Kristi (Toby)Tooki, a nephew Skylar Arthur , great nieces Siera,...

Apr 26, 2025

Susan Rebecca Stoker Newton, 53, passed away on April 26, 2025. She was born October 17, 1971, in Shreveport, Louisiana, where she made her home surrounded by those she loved most. She was preceded in death by her parents, Shirley Burkett Stoker and Thomas Marshall Stoker.

Susan loved NASCAR, Halloween, and all of God's small creatures. An...

Apr 20, 2025

Teddy Henry Brewster, 78, passed away peacefully on April 20, 2025, at his residence in the Northwest Louisiana War Veterans Home in Bossier City. He was born on April 9, 1947 in Shreveport, LA to Willie and Dora (Sisson) Brewster.

Teddy was a Vietnam Veteran, proudly serving in the United States Navy as an electrician on the...

Apr 19, 2025

Samantha Kay Williams, 66, of Shreveport, Louisiana, passed away on April 19, 2025. Born in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, Samantha brought color, character, and a fierce love of life wherever she went.

A true lover of all things New Orleans, Samantha had Zydeco in her soul and Mardi Gras in her heart. She lit up for parades, surrounded...

Apr 19, 2025

John P Larson greeted our Heavenly Father on April 19 2025

John grew up in Joliet Illinois, graduating from Joliet West Township High School in 1965. Most prevalent in his life was a love of Photography.  He enjoyed taking photos and sharing his work with everyone.  His most important role was that of "Papa John" to his...

Apr 18, 2025

James Jeffrey Cole, 57, was born on March 23, 1968, in Bentonville, Arkansas, to Dalton and Grace (Hedrick) Cole and he passed away on Friday, April 18, 2025, in Shreveport, Louisiana.

Jeff spent six years in the United States Air Force, stationed at Barksdale AFB.  After the Air Force, Jeff was employed by the Bossier City Police...

Apr 17, 2025

HENRIETTA THOMAS  9/18/1953-4/17/2025

We are heartbroken to share the passing of our mother Henrietta Thomas, who passed away on April 17,2025 at the age of 71. Henrietta was known for her love for GOD and her continuous prayer for her family. She loved going to church and her church family.

She...

Apr 15, 2025

Warren "BoBo" Candler Danford III, born on February 25, 1968, in Shreveport, Louisiana, passed away on April 15, 2025, at the age of 57. Known for his quick wit and infectious humor, Warren brought laughter and joy to everyone around him. He was a graduate of Woodlawn High School in 1986 and attended LSUS until deciding to pursue a...

Apr 12, 2025

Garland Grant III, age 60, passed away on April 12, 2025, in Blanchard, Louisiana. Born on February 14, 1965, in Dallas, TX.  Garland lived a life marked by dedication to his family and hard work.

Garland built his career as a truck driver, a profession that reflected his strong work ethic and commitment. He was known by...

Apr 11, 2025

Jessica Renee Bozeman, 47.

Blanchard, La Funeral services for Jessica R. Bozeman are Saturday, April 19, 2025 at 1pm held at Forest Park Cemetery (3700 St. Vincent Ave) for a peaceful graveside service.

Jessica was born in Shreveport, La on March 14, 1978. She was happily settled in Blanchard, La where she raised her son...

Apr 8, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce that our beloved father Leonard Ray Ratliff, surrounded by family and friends, passed away peacefully on April 8th, 2025, after a courageous battle with cancer, at the very young age of 56.

He was born in Springhill, Louisiana on January 2, 1969, to Carolyn Evans & Leonard Ratliff and...

Apr 8, 2025

James Roger Bobbitt, age 70, of Bossier City, Louisiana, passed away Tuesday, April 8th, 2025, he was born in Hawaii.

He was preceded in death by his mother, Mary Jo Bobbitt and father, William Van Bobbitt; his sisters, Marilyn Powers and Sandra Bobbitt Hughes; brother, William Van Bobbitt (Skipper); and son-in-law, Virgil "Bill" Ellis.

Survived...

Apr 7, 2025

Luther Wayne Yarnell, age 78, was born on January 13, 1947 in Shreveport, Louisiana to Luther Van Yarnell and Velder Jackson Yarnell. He went home to the Lord on April 7, 2025 with his children by his side.

Wayne was a draftsman and retired from drafting while working for the city of Shreveport.

Wayne had...

Apr 5, 2025

Pamela "Gail" Joyner Hicks Vickers

February 26, 1955-April 5,2025

Gail. Madre. Mamaw. Gigi.

Every time we see a hummingbird we will think of you.

Preceded in death by her parents, Buddy and Katy Joyner, siblings Larry, Dixie, Dale and Jimmy. Husband William Lee Hicks, Sr. And stepson Keith Vickers.

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Apr 4, 2025

Carley Ann Kennedy (McEachern) 08/30/1984- 04/04/2025

Carley passed away at her residence after losing her ongoing battle with addiction. She was born in Shreveport , Louisiana to Belinda Wynne and Dennis McEachern. Carley always had an infectious smile that could light up a room the moment she walked in. She was once such a beautiful, smart, funny,...