Obituaries

Bonnie Jean Martin

Bonnie Jean Martin

Bonnie Jean Martin

Bonnie Jean (Black) Martin passed away peacefully surrounded by love and held by family on January 4, 2026 at Slidell Memorial Hospital, Slidell, Louisiana.
Francis Joseph Goelz, Jr.

Francis Joseph Goelz, Jr.

Francis Joseph Goelz, Jr.

Francis Joseph Goelz, Jr., a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, departed this life peacefully on Tuesday, December 9, 2025, in Hammond, Louisiana, surrounded by his cherished family.
Nathalie “Nat” Rodi Lapeyrouse

Nathalie “Nat” Rodi Lapeyrouse

Nathalie “Nat” Rodi Lapeyrouse

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Nathalie “Nat” Rodi Lapeyrouse. Nat was a devoted mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother who passed away peacefully on January 16, 2026, at the age of 86. She was the beloved wife of 50-plus years to the late Emile A. Lapeyrouse, Sr.
Michael 'Mickey' LaBourdette Sr.

Michael 'Mickey' LaBourdette Sr.

Michael 'Mickey' LaBourdette Sr.

Michael 'Mickey' La Bourdette Sr., a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away at the age of 72. He was a lifelong resident of St. Bernard Parish and a man deeply rooted in his family, his work, and his community.
Shirley Borne Lachney

Shirley Borne Lachney

Shirley Borne Lachney

Shirley Borne Lachney, age 83, peacefully passed away on January 9, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of love, devotion, and quiet strength. Born on April 18, 1942, Shirley spent her life rooted in Braithwaite, Louisiana, a community she proudly called home.
Gus Riess

Gus Riess

Gus Riess

Gus Riess, age 86, entered eternal rest on January 5, 2026. He was preceded in death by his parents, Louis C. Riess and Mercedes Riess.
Emily Landry Robin

Emily Landry Robin

Emily Landry Robin

Emily Landry Robin passed peacefully into eternal rest on Thursday, January 8, 2026, at the age of 91. Emily was born on July 2, 1934, the daughter of the late Fred and Helen Landry, and was raised on Delacroix Island.
Marlene Lydia Stierwald

Marlene Lydia Stierwald

Marlene Lydia Stierwald

With deep sadness, we announce the passing of Marlene 'Marl' Stierwald, a beloved educator, dedicated scholar, a compassionate soul, who peacefully passed away at the age of 77. She was a lifelong resident of St.
Lillian Ruddek Johnson

Lillian Ruddek Johnson

Lillian Ruddek Johnson

Lillian Ruddek Johnson, born on October 1, 1934 in Pennsylvania and lived in Louisiana. A devoted homemaker and the heart of her family, passed away on December 24, 2025 at the age of 91.
Paula Ann Vicari

Paula Ann Vicari

Paula Ann Vicari

Paula Ann Vicari entered everlasting life on January 2, 2026. She was born in New Orleans, Louisiana, to the late Paul Raymond Vicari and Camille Palisi Vicari. She was preceded in death by her sister, Catherine Vicari Liberto; her brother-in-law, Dr. Vincent N.