Obituaries

Jul 20, 2025

VIRGINIA NADINE WINKLEPLECK (LEWIS) ROSS peacefully crossed over, July 20,2025, from this realm into the heavenly gates of heaven to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, and her loved ones, waiting to welcome her home to her deserving mansion. Ms. Nadine was 98 years old, born October 4,1926.  She was born in Topeka, Kansas, to Charles W....

Jul 19, 2025

Staff Sergeant Dwane Orel "Ick" Smith passed away peacefully at home on July 19, 2025, in Longstreet, Louisiana. He was 90 years old.

Born on March 4, 1935 as a twin, in Castor, Louisiana, Dwane was the son of William F. Smith and Eva D. Bates Smith. He graduated from C. E. Byrd High School in 1955...

Jul 17, 2025

Walter Byron Thompson, age 62 also known as "Wally or Walt" of Shreveport Louisiana, passed away on Thursday, July 17, 2025 in Shreveport, La. He was born in Shreveport Louisiana to  parents Phillip Irvin Thompson and Vivan "Elaine'Thompson on July 30, 1962.

Walter loved spending time with family, friends & his beloved pets Bear, Angel & Callie...

Jul 17, 2025

A memorial service to honor the life of Billy Don Carter will be held at 2:00 pm, Wednesday, July 23, 2025, at Aulds Funeral Home, 7849 E. Kings Hwy, Shreveport, LA, and officiated by his brother, Pastor Terry Carter.

Billy was born on November 23, 1958, and went to be with the Lord on Thursday, July 17th,...

Jul 17, 2025

James Matthew Smith Sr.

January 13, 1951 - July 17, 2025

James Matthew Smith Sr., 74, passed away on July 17, 2025 in Willis Knighton ICU after battling an illness for five years.

James dedicated most of his career to Arkla Gas and in his...

Jul 16, 2025

Rhonda J Scaife, age 60, also affectionately known as, Jelly Bean, of Belmont, Louisiana, passed away on Wednesday, July 16, 2025, in Shreveport, LA.  She was born in Reading, MA to the late Robert E Dodge Sr. and Joyce Thompson on August 5,1964.

Rhonda retired from Royal Carribean in September of 2011. Also in 2011, she met...

Jul 15, 2025

Ethel Faye Tyler, 94, of Cotton Valley, LA passed away July 15, 2025, in Minden, LA. She was born October 1, 1930, in Saline, LA to the late Elmer and Lucy Smith.

Mrs. Tyler was a retired employee from Webster Parish School Board where she was school secretary at Webster Parish Learning and a school bus driver....

Jul 15, 2025

Charles Conway Latham, 68, of Shreveport, Louisiana, passed away on July 15, 2025, peacefully and surrounded by his daughters, Sarah and Jessica.

Born on July 30, 1956, in Shreveport, LA, Charles was a skilled electrician who took pride in his trade and had a lifelong curiosity about how things worked. He had a quiet strength, a sharp...

Jul 14, 2025

Rebecca Faye Nolan

(March 6, 1946 - July 14, 2025)

Rebecca Faye Nolan, known as "Becky," to family and friends was born on March 6, 1946, in Monroe, Louisiana to Ollie Nolan, Jr. and Angie Sharp Nolan of the Rocky Branch Community in Union Parish, and died on July 14,2025,5 at her home in Shreveport,...

Jul 13, 2025

Marsha JoAnn Parker Rowell, age 87, of Keithville, Louisiana, passed away peacefully on Sunday, July 13, 2025. Born on November 13, 1937, in Sikes, Louisiana, JoAnn's life was a reflection of grace, loyalty, and love—an enduring presence in the hearts of all who had the joy of knowing her.

She was the cherished daughter of Reverend Essie...

Jul 13, 2025

Denise Pilcher Chester was born on May 4, 1954, in Shreveport, Louisiana, to Curtis and Christine (Norris) Pilcher, and she passed away peacefully on Sunday, July 13, 2025.

Denise graduated from Airline High School in Bossier City, Louisiana.  After graduation, she started a long-time career in the insurance business.  In her spare time, she enjoyed visiting with...

Jul 12, 2025

With a heavy heart we announce the passing of James Douglas Berney.  James went to be with the Lord on Saturday, July 12, 2025, in Shreveport, Louisiana.  He was born on August 11, 1972, in Shreveport, Louisiana.

James was a beloved son, brother, father, uncle, and friend.  He was a God loving and free-spirited individual. He always...

Jul 11, 2025

Beverly Kline was born April 2,1945 in Baltimore Maryland to Frank and Elizabeth Edwards. She passed away July 11 2025 at 4:21am in her home in Keithville at age 80.

Left to cherish always her memories are her Children , Chuck Hobbs and wife Charlene, Kellee DeSoto and Kristee and husband Ben McDuff. Grandchildren, Teddy, Chris, Daniel...

Jul 10, 2025

Name: Charles David McDaniel Age:71 Date of birth February 15, 1954 Place of birth: Duluth, Georgia Date of death: July 10, 2025 Place of death: bossier city, Louisiana Survivors: daughter Stephanie stiles, grandchildren: aubre, kashton, and Bentley Deceased relatives: dad- John Thomas McDaniel ,mom- Kathryn Francis Simpson, and his sister Carolyn. His work was being a small engine mechanic...

Jul 10, 2025

Gary Lynn Dillehay, born January 28, 1962, in Jacksonville, AR, was sent to his eternal resting place on Thursday, July 10, 2025, due to health issues. Gary was the beloved son of Rev. Lee (Doc) and Betty Dillehay.

Gary went to Phineas Banning High School in Wilmington, CA and soon after joined The United States Air Force...

Jul 9, 2025

Johnathan Keith Legg, 57, of Shreveport, Louisiana, passed away peacefully on July 9, 2025, surrounded by those who loved him most.

Born on December 22, 1967, John was a proud Shreveport native known for his big heart, quick wit, and unwavering loyalty to his family, friends, and favorite teams. He carried with him a strong sense of...

Jul 8, 2025

Orlanda (Linda) Maria Harmon, age 89, was born on September 29, 1935, in Dinkelsbuhl, Germany, to Max and Anna Goecking, and she passed away unexpectedly on July 8, 2025.   The family is deeply saddened and shocked by her sudden death.

Olanda was preceded in death by her loving husband of 58 years, Everette, and grandson, Patrick Shoalmire....

Jul 7, 2025

Michael C. Van Tiem - December 13, 1949 – July 7, 2025.  Michael was born in Shreveport, Louisiana to Richard and Geraldine VanTiem.  He grew up in Shreveport and attended both Catholic and public schools, graduating from Fair Park High School in 1968.  As a child he was altar boy at Our Lady of the Holy Rosary Church.  As...

Jul 4, 2025

Ron was born on February 10, 1950, to Leon and Parle "Pat" Galbraith, in Chicago, Illinois and passed away on July 4, 2025, after a brief illness and hospitalization. Ron was a 1968 graduate of Fair Park High School, and soon after he joined the U.S.M.C.-United States Marine Corp where he proudly served his country for three years. Upon...

Jul 3, 2025

Aaron Lee Free, age 59, passed away Thursday July 3, 2025 in Little Rock, AR. He was born November 8, 1965 in Shreveport, LA.

Funeral Services will be held 1 P.M.Tuesday July 8, 2025 at the Aulds Funeral Home Chapel in Shreveport, LA officiated by Patti Foster. Burial will follow in the Bethany Cemetery in Marthaville, LA...