Obituaries

Oct 28, 2024

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Nancy Kennison, born on April 20, 1964, in Shreveport, Louisiana, United States, to Kelly Calvin Brown and Bernice Lilly Brown. Nancy passed away on October 28, 2024.

Nancy was the beloved spouse of William Kennison, whom she married in 1988. Together, they raised one child, Donny...

Oct 27, 2024

Kay was born on March 27, 1939. The first born of seven children to Rev. K.P. and Mercie D. Jones.

After graduating from Springville High School in 1957, she united in marriage to Joe W. Bonner. To this union one son was born, Gerald Bonner.

Kay set out to continue her education at Grambling State...

Oct 25, 2024

Betty Jo Johnston, beloved wife, mother, sister, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully on October 25th, 2024, after a long battle with Alzheimer's disease.

Born on February 2, 1946, in Memphis, Tennessee, Betty Jo spent her life surrounding those she loved with laughter and love. Known for her sharp wit and sense of humor, Betty Jo had...

Oct 25, 2024

Nadean Barron, aged 89, passed away peacefully on October 25, 2024, in Many, Louisiana. Born on January 2, 1935, she grew into a fun-loving Christian woman cherished by all who knew her. Nadean attended Zwolle Elementary School and Zwolle High School before furthering her education at Draughon's Practical Business College. She began her career at Bewley's Furniture Center from...

Oct 25, 2024

Brenda Sue French Smith 83 went to he with the lord October 25, 2024 after a lengthy illness.

Born December 14,1941 in Dodson, Louisiana to Howard and Velma French. She was raised in Jonesboro, Louisiana were she graduated Jonesboro High School in 1960. She moved to Shreveport, Louisiana and went business school. Shortly afterwards it was there...

Oct 24, 2024

Ronald Wayne Boyd was born in Hope, Arkansas on July 22, 1938 and passed away on October 24, 2024 after a lengthy illness.

Wayne was the ultimate "music man", a devoted husband to Elli and loving father to his sons, David and Bruce.   He met his wife, while playing in the orchestra at the Little Theater in...

Oct 24, 2024

Catherine Wilbanks Cole passed away on Thursday, October 24th, 2024 at the age of 68. Those who knew her and loved her called her Cathy, Wife (Honey), Mom, Granny, Sister, and Aunt Cathy.

She is preceded in death by her husband of 51 years, Tommy Allen Cole, her father William Wilbanks, her mother Ruby Wilbanks Mann, her...

Oct 23, 2024

Kellie Anne Long March 18th 1965 - October 23rd 2024

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Kellie Anne Long on October 23rd 2024, at the age 59. Kellie is the wife of Benny Long who resides in Keithville, Louisiana.Kellie was born on March 18, 1965, in...

Oct 22, 2024

BRIAN D. CROWE   March 24, 1961 - October 22, 2024

BRIAN, affectionately known as "B", passed peacefully on Tuesday, October 22, 2024.  He was born in and was a lifelong resident of Shreveport.

He loved the outdoors and was happiest hunting, fishing or riding his Harley.  A Celebration of Life will be held outdoors in...

Oct 19, 2024

Robert Jay "Jaybird" Shumway

June 15, 1954 – October 19, 2024

Jay has gone gold mining on the other side of the "Rainbow Bridge" where his favorite 4 legged "people" are – Taz, Tank, and Suzy. He died at home and I choose to believe it was painless, and I know it was merciful.

Oct 19, 2024

JAMES CLAUDE JORDAN JR of Plain Dealing,LA, passed away on Saturday October 19,2024 at the age of 62. He was born in Shreveport,LA on October 17,1962. He was an avid outdoorsman and loved to instill his passion onto his kids and grandkids.

He is survived by his wife of 44 years Julie Jordan and 4 children Crystal...

Oct 18, 2024

Ruth Kay Perry Beach, age 82, passed away on Friday, October 18, 2024, in Shreveport, Louisiana. She was born on February 18, 1942, to CL and Corrie Perry in Rodessa, Louisiana. Her life was spent in public education. She is now in eternal rest with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.

She was preceded in death by...

Oct 15, 2024

Memorial services for Tamara Renee Grantham-Orr, 59, will be held at 10 a.m. on Saturday, Nov. 23, at the Pentecostals of Haughton. Services will be conducted by the Rev. Michael Tull.  Visitation will take place from 9 a.m. until the time of services at the church and a graveside service will be held at 3 p.m. at Georgetown Cemetery...

Oct 15, 2024

Memorial services for Tamara Renee Grantham-Orr, 59, will be held at 10 a.m. on Saturday, Nov. 23, at the Pentecostals of Haughton. Services will be conducted by the Rev. Michael Tull.

Visitation will take place from 9 a.m. until the time of services at the church and a graveside service will be held at 3 p.m. at...

Oct 13, 2024

Our brother, Matthew David Morrow, 48, of Shreveport, Louisiana, unexpectedly passed away on October 13th, 2024.

The Memorial service to honor Matthew's life will be held at 11:15 AM on Friday, November 15th, 2024, at the Northwest Louisiana Veterans Cemetery, located at 7970 Mike Clark Road, Keithville, LA 71047.

Matthew was born to Alice Morrow...

Oct 13, 2024

William "Will" Henry Laing, Jr

June 19, 1949 – October 13, 2024

Will went to be with Jesus on Sunday, October 13, 2024, peacefully at home in his sleep. Graveside services will be held at the Northwest Louisiana Veterans Cemetery on Monday, 10/28/24 at 1:30pm under the...

Oct 13, 2024

Dori Maple passed away peacefully on Sunday October 13th 2024. Born August 14th, 1965 . She will always be remembered by her husband Ken , twin sister Holli Parker & older sister Lynn Thomas. Dori was proceeded in death by her father Robert Rashkow  & brother Gary Rashkow. Many thanks to the Toledo nursing center in Zwolle, LA for...

Oct 10, 2024

James B.W. Lique, 55, passed away on October 10, 2024, in Shreveport, LA. Born on October 2, 1969 in Milford CT, James lived a life marked by dedication to his community, a passion for craftsmanship, and loyalty to his country. James graduated from Philadelphia High School (Mississippi)and went on to serve in the US Navy for 4 years and...

Oct 9, 2024

Early Life and Family:

Sofia Principe Bennett was born on July 4, 1946 in Marinduque, Philippines to Primo and Honorata Principe. She grew up in Marinduque a province in the Philippines and graduated high school in Santa Cruz Institute. From an early age, she exhibited a passion for education. After high school, Sofia Principe Bennett...

Oct 7, 2024

Dr. Phillip W. Balsmeier, of Shreveport, Louisiana died October 7, 2024, of heart failure. He was 86 years old.

He was born March 21, 1938, in Anthony, Kansas, the only son of William Philip Balsmeier and Marjorie Balsmeier Watts.

He received a bachelor's degree in Math from Emporia State University, Emporia, Kansas in 1965, a...