Deborah Brands Amundsen

After an extended illness, Deborah Brands Amundsen, also known as 'Debbie' and the sweet, loving wife of 34 years to William Kurt 'Bill' Amundsen and highly devoted mother to Andrew Madden Amundsen and Stephen John Amundsen; peacefully slipped the bonds of this world and went to be with the Lord in...

Irene S. Melerine

Irene S. Melerine, formerly of Arabi, La., who was recently residing in Madisonville, La.; passed away on Tuesday, January 3, 2023 at the age of 94. Irene was preceded in death by her parents, Joseph Serigne Sr. and Louisa M. Serigne; her husband, Clarence P. Melerine Sr.

Donald David Plaisance

Donald 'Don' David Plaisance passed away peacefully in his sleep on Wednesday, January 4, 2023 at the age of 91. He was born in New Orleans, La. on August 4, 1931, and was a resident of St. Bernard Parish before moving to Slidell, La. He was the loving husband of the late LoLa. M. Theriot Plaisance.

Pernell James Howard

Mr. Pernell James Howard, a native of Phoenix, La. and longtime resident of Violet, La., departed this life on Sunday, December 25, 2022, at the age of 60. Beloved husband of Pearl Howard. Son of the late James W. and Mary E. Howard. In addition to his wife, Mr.

Alvin Roland Beaubouef, Sr.

Alvin Roland Beaubouef, Sr., passed away gracefully at his home on January 2, 2023 at the age of 77. Al was born on September 6, 1945, in New Orleans, and he spent most of his life in Meraux raising his family with his beloved wife of 57 years, Carol Ann Battaglia. Al loved an adventure.

Peggy Bordelon

Aunt Peggy “Dee” Bordelon passed away on New Year’s Day, January 1, 2023 at the age of 79. The Lord opened his arms to welcome his beloved daughter Peggy into Heaven. She was the loving companion to the late Charles Stewart for over 25 years. She is survived by many nieces, nephews and friends.

Nathalie “Ann” Ruiz Rebar Matuska Pullens

On December 19, 2022, in Fallon, Nv., Ann Pullens went home to our Lord at the age of 83. Ann was born on September 28, 1939, in New Orleans, La. During her childhood, Ann lived at the Sacred Heart Orphan Asylum (now, Cabrini High School), during the turbulent years of her parents’ marriage.

Salvador Anthony Cangiamilla, Jr.

Salvador Anthony Cangiamilla, Jr., entered eternal rest peacefully on Saturday morning, December 24, 2022 at his home surrounded by his loving family; at the age of 82. He was born in New Orleans, La., on December 4, 1940, to Salvador Anthony Cangiamilla Sr. and Agnes Prejean Cangiamilla.

Raymond Joseph Chiasson, Jr.

Raymond Joseph Chiasson, Jr., “The Hot Tamale Man,” passed away on Saturday, December 31, 2022 at the age of 79. He was a resident of Arabi, La. He is survived by his sisters, Linda L. Mendoza (the late Anthony J.

Elia Coral “Cita” Gabb

Elia Coral “Cita” Gabb passed away peacefully on Tuesday, January 3, 2023 at the age of 96. She was the beloved wife of 58 years to the late George Joseph Gabb Sr. Loving mother of Glen Gabb (husband of Cindy) and George Gabb Jr. Proud grandmother of Ronnie Evans Jr.