Obituaries

Aug 1, 2025

Jacqueline "Jackie" Marie Ruth Halvorson, 75, widow of Gary Halvorson, died on August 1, 2025, at CHRISTUS Highland Medical Center, under the care of CHRISTUS Hospice Shreveport-Bossier.

She was born in Indianapolis, Indiana, the daughter of Marie Nunnery Mitchell and Daniel Mitchell, and relocated to Shreveport, Louisiana, in 2004. She was a devout Christian and a US...

Jul 31, 2025

Kyle Kilpatrick, age 53, passed away on July 31, 2025. He was born on March 18, 1972, in Bossier City, Louisiana, to David Lawrence Kilpatrick and Sandra Strother Kilpatrick.

Kyle was a lifelong outdoorsman who loved to hunt and fish. He was a devoted family man who held deep affection for all his relatives. Known for his...

Jul 26, 2025

Memorial services for Ella Marie Withers Ward, 82, will be held on Wednesday, July 30, 2025, at 7pm at Apostolic Faith Tabernacle at 9445 Mansfield Rd in Shreveport, LA. A visitation will be held at 6pm on Wednesday, prior to the service, at the church. Pastor Joshua Sandy will officiate.

Marie was born on February 15, 1943,...

Jul 25, 2025

A private celebration of life will be held at the Zittrauer residence with close family members to honor and cherish the memory of Kevin Jay Zittrauer.

Born on April 13, 1963, in Madrid, Spain, Kevin was a proud father, a driven entrepreneur, a friend to many, and a beloved son and brother.

Kevin was an...

Jul 25, 2025

Francis D. Edwards was born November 26, 1955, in Chicago, Illinois, to Robert and Dr. Virginia (Schooley) Edwards and he went to be with the Lord on the morning of Friday, July 25, 2025, after a long battle with kidney failure.

Francis was raised in Mansfield, Ohio.  He went to Ohio State University where he earned an...

Jul 25, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Sandra Elizabeth Flores Davis, beloved wife, mother, and grandmother. Sandra was born on August 6, 1961, in Stonewall, Louisiana, to James Donald Flores and Sally Mae Howell Flores.

She married the love of her life, Robert Davis, in 1979, and together they had three beautiful daughters:...

Jul 22, 2025

SAMUEL CECIL BARRON SEAY OBITUARY June 28, 1949 - July 22, 2025

Samuel Cecil Barron Seay was born June 28, 1949, to the late Samuel Cecil Barron, Sr., and Frances Ilawyne Harkey Barron, in Bessemer, AL. His father was killed in a construction accident...

Jul 22, 2025

Samuel Cecil Barron Seay was born June 28, 1949, to the late Samuel Cecil Barron, Sr., and Frances Ilawyne Harkey Barron, in Bessemer, AL. His father was killed in a construction accident 6 days before he was born. When he was 6 years old, his mother married Samuel Cleveland Seay and he was adopted by his step-father and became...

Jul 21, 2025

In Loving Memory of Earl Bruce Robinson "The Governor," "Coach," "Hollywood" July 24, 1953 – July 21, 2025

Earl Bruce Robinson — affectionately known to many as "The Governor," "Coach," or simply "Hollywood" — passed away peacefully on Monday, July 21, 2025, just three days shy of his 72nd birthday. He was scheduled to return that very...

Jul 20, 2025

Bob L. Tarpley October 31, 1943 – July 20, 2025

Bob L. Tarpley passed away peacefully on July 20, 2025, at the age of 81. A proud resident of Shreveport, Louisiana, Bob was known for his love of life, his deep connection to his community, and his unwavering devotion to his...

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...