Ruby Carrie Daniels
Mar 6, 2026
Ruby was born December 23, 1929 to the union of Henry Daniels & Lessie McDonald Daniels in Castor, LA.
She joined church at an early age in Castor, LA and after moving to Shreveport she united with the New Elizabeth B.C. under the leadership of the late Dr. Danny Mitchell, Sr. She was a faithful member until her health began to...
Jacques Dugas
Mar 5, 2026
Jacque Anthony Dugas, 55, of Houma, Louisiana, passed away peacefully in his sleep on March 5, 2026. Born on January 21, 1971, in Arnaudville, Louisiana, Jacque was the son of Nathan Broussard and Mary Jane Dugas.
Jacque was a kind and generous soul, someone who never hesitated to help anyone in need. He was a dreamer at heart—always imagining big plans...
Patsy R. "Pat" DeWitt
Mar 4, 2026
Funeral services for Patsy R. “Pat” Dewitt will be held Monday, March 16, 2026, at Aulds Funeral Home in Shreveport, Louisiana; Visitation at 10am with a funeral service to follow at 10:30am. Interment will be at the Northwest Louisiana Veterans Cemetery at 12:30pm.
Pat was born April 29, 1954, to Cora and Theodore Cook in Lubbock, Texas, and passed away March...
Margaret Cash
Mar 3, 2026
Our dearly departed was born to Earnest and Ivery Lee Cash on September 19, 1953 in Gloster, LA. Margaret departed this life on Tuesday, March 3, 2026, at 2:40 p.m. at Willis-Knight Pierremont Hospital with her loving husband and family.
Margaret graduated from Second Ward High School in May 1972. Margaret confessed Christ at an early age under the leadership of...
James Joseph "Jimmy Joe" Moody
Mar 2, 2026
James Joseph “Jimmy Joe” Moody, 72, passed away peacefully on March 2, 2026. Born on March 25, 1953, in West Palm Beach, Florida, Jimmy Joe was a devoted child of God whose life reflected kindness, compassion, and a generous spirit.
Jimmy Joe was known by all who met him as one of the kindest souls you could ever encounter. He had...
William Simpson
Mar 1, 2026
William Randall "Randy" Simpson, 62, was born on March 27, 1963, in Sulphur, LA. He passed away peacefully on March 1, 2026, surrounded by family. Randy had a love for motors and speed- if it roared, raced or needed fixing, it had his attention from an early age.
He dedicated more than 20 years of his life working as a certified...
William "Billy" Edward Powell
Feb 28, 2026
William "Billy" Edward Powell, 86, passed away on February 28, 2026. He was born on June 1, 1939 in Shreveport, Louisiana.
Billy was a devoted employee to the City of Shreveport and retired from the water department after 32 years. His passions were cars and golf.
Beyond his work, Billy was a devoted husband and father.
He was preceded in death by his...
Mary June Woodley Evanoff
Feb 28, 2026
You may have known her by another name, but to us, she was June Bug. Her story began on a farm in Oklahoma on June 5, 1933. She graduated high school at age 16 and was valedictorian and finished college before her 20th birthday. She was a successful realtor and established two affordable housing units for people in Brigham City,...
Marijan Elizabeth Word
Feb 27, 2026
Marijan Elizabeth Word, 68, of Shreveport, LA, passed away peacefully on February 27, 2026 at Town & Country Nursing Home in Minden, LA.Jan was born on March 29, 1957 in Shreveport, LA to J.L. (Jake) and Violette Word. She attended Louisiana Tech and worked for AT&T for 37 years. She was a member and former director of the Shreveport Duplicate...
Mary Young
Feb 25, 2026
Mary Jean Young, 84 yrs, of Shreveport, LA passed away on February 25, 2026 after a prolonged period of declining health.
Jean was born on January 27, 1942 in New Orleans and was adopted, along with her twin sister Joan, to Marion Young Jr. and Charlotte Brandau of Abbeville, LA. Jean had an idyllic life growing up in a large colonial...
Brenda Janzen
Feb 24, 2026
Brenda Janzen, 59, of Shreveport, Louisiana, went to be with the Lord February 24, 2026.
Brenda was born February 10, 1967, in Bastrop, Louisiana. Known for her generosity, kindhearted spirit, and love of life, she embraced every moment—especially live music—and was cherished for her big heart. She worked for H & H Oil Company for 12 years and touched many lives...
Lucy Franks
Feb 23, 2026
It is with heavy hearts and deep gratitude for a life well lived that we announce the passing of our beloved mother and grandmother, whose warmth, wisdom, and unwavering love shaped generations of our family. On February 23, 2026 after listening to Elvis Presley’s song "You'll Never Walk Alone" Mrs. Lucy Mae Franks closed her eyes and went peacefully to...
Virginia Irene (Johnson Carr) Gardner
Feb 22, 2026
Virginia Irene (Johnson Carr) Gardner, born December 17, 1949, transitioned peacefully on February 22, 2026. A dedicated and compassionate soul, Virginia built a meaningful career as an Administrator in the healthcare field, where her leadership, kindness, and commitment to service touched countless lives.
She leaves behind her devoted husband, beloved godchildren, and a host of family members and friends who will...
Robert Doyle "Sonny" Neal, Sr.
Feb 21, 2026
In the early morning hours of Saturday, February 21, 2026, Robert Doyle "Sonny" Neal Sr, peacefully entered into eternal life. Sonny was born on December 25, 1941 in Goldonna to the late Ella Mae Hickman and E. S. Neal. He is survived by his children; Charlene Bowers, Robert Neal Jr., Arthur Neal, and step children; Terry Conlay, Tanya Baxley, and...
Timothy Swindle
Feb 21, 2026
Timothy Dale Swindle, 64, of Shreveport, Louisiana, passed away peacefully on February 21, 2026, with his son Austin at his side.
Timothy was born February 7, 1962, in Houma, Louisiana, to Ralph and Shirley Swindle. A proud country boy from the bayous, he never lost his deep love for the land, the water, and the simple, honest life of rural Louisiana.
At...
John Robert Hartley, Sr.
Feb 21, 2026
John Robert Hartley Sr., 68, peacefully entered into eternal rest on Saturday, February 21, 2026. John was born on August 30, 1957, in Daytona Beach, Florida, to John Lawrence Hartley, Sr. and Evelyn Roberta Hart. His mother later remarried and his stepfather, Floyd Arneson, served in the United States Air Force. As a military family, they were stationed at McCoy...
James A. Deal, Jr.
Feb 20, 2026
James A. Deal Jr., born October 16, 1939 to Louise and James A. Deal of Kerrville, Texas, passed away at The Carpenter House in Shreveport, La. on February 20, 2026.
Jimmy was an active member of St. James Episcopal Church. He lived in south Shreveport for approximately 40 years until he moved to Benton, La. Lois Maberry recruited Jimmy to drive...
Gary Pegg
Feb 19, 2026
Shreveport - Gary Pegg, 75, of Shreveport, Louisiana, moved on to the next step of his journey on February 19, 2026. Born on November 6, 1950, to Marvin and Pawnee Pegg, Gary lived a life marked by devotion to his faith, family, and community.A man of deep conviction and service, Gary was a vocational minister and social worker who dedicated...
Kane Saffel
Feb 14, 2026
Carlos “Kane” Saffel, 67, of Shreveport, passed away on “Valentine’s Day,” February 14, 2026, after a long fight with congestive heart failure.
He was born on July 23, 1958, in Shreveport and was the only son of Connie and Marilyn Saffel.
Kane was widely known, loved, and respected throughout his community. He was a loyal, trustworthy, and dedicated man. Kane was a...
Mike Kennedy
Feb 13, 2026
Mike Kennedy, 75, of Louisiana, was born August 16, 1950, in Ruston, Louisiana, and passed away peacefully February 13, 2026.
He was preceded in death by his father, Delmer Kennedy; his mother, June Marie Tibbits; his stepfather, Jack Tibbits; his sister, Teri McDonald; and his brother, Jackie Tibbits.
Left to cherish his memory are his beloved wife, Lori Rand Kennedy; his sons,...
