Obituaries

Bonnie Barbay Griffin

Bonnie Barbay Griffin

Bonnie Barbay Griffin

Bonnie Barbay Griffin, 77, passed away October 2, 2025, surrounded by her family. A woman of deep Catholic faith, she grew up in Louisiana and later moved to Mississippi after Hurricane Katrina with her husband of forty years, the late Daryl Griffin.
John F. Blanchard Sr

John F. Blanchard Sr

John F. Blanchard Sr

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of John Field Blanchard Sr., age 83, who departed this life peacefully on September 28,2025 surrounded by his loving family. He lived a full and meaningful life rooted in hard work, devotion to family, and quiet generosity.
Ruby Margaret Corley

Ruby Margaret Corley

Ruby Margaret Corley

Ruby Margaret Corley passed away peacefully on October 1, 2025, at the age of 78. Born on March 4, 1947, she was a native of New Orleans and a lifelong resident of Chalmette, LA.
Patricia O’Neill

Patricia O’Neill

Patricia O’Neill

It is with heavy hearts and immense love that we announce the passing of our devoted mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, Patricia “Patsy” Sanders O’Neill. Patsy went to be with our Lord and Savior on October 6th, 2025 at the age of 79. She was the beloved mother of Stacey O.
Diane Marie Genovese Clements

Diane Marie Genovese Clements

Diane Marie Genovese Clements

Diane Marie Genovese Clements passed away on Tuesday, September 23, 2025 at the age of 79. She was the cherished wife of the late Edmund “Clem” Clements. Loving mother of Lucy Kahrs (Henry), Debra Beaumont (John), John Clements (Emily) and Bret Clements (Angela).
Yvonne Lemoine Kiech

Yvonne Lemoine Kiech

Yvonne Lemoine Kiech

Yvonne Lemoine Kiech passed away peacefully on Thursday, September 11, 2025 at the age of 69 in Farmington, New Mexico. She was the cherished wife and companion of 34 years to Peter Kiech. Loving sister of Suzanne Mays (Donald), Monique Bonner (Steve), Johnette Chauffe (Mark).
Gail Ann Marcella Calato

Gail Ann Marcella Calato

Gail Ann Marcella Calato

Gail Ann Marcella Calato passed away on September 22, 2025 at the age of 74. She was the loving wife of Frank T. Calato for 52 years. She was the beloved mother of Michael Calato (Donna) and Stephen Calato (Jill). Sister of Barry Marcella (Robin) and Lisa Pescay (Shane).
Mercedes “Des” V. Caluda

Mercedes “Des” V. Caluda

Mercedes “Des” V. Caluda

Mercedes “Des” V. Caluda passed away peacefully on Monday, September 22, 2025 at the age of 91. Her final days were spent surrounded by family and friends that were so dear to her. She was the cherished wife of 68 years to the late Daniel S. Caluda Sr.

Joseph Peter Carnesi

Joseph Peter Carnesi, age 78, of Meraux, Louisiana, passed away Thursday, September 18, 2025. He was a beloved family member and longtime resident of St. Bernard Parish. He is survived by his two daughters Penny Favalora and Dawn Gulliot and preceded in death by his beloved wife Marie Carnesi.
Charles Wayne Eagerton Sr.

Charles Wayne Eagerton Sr.

Charles Wayne Eagerton Sr.

Charles Wayne Eagerton Sr., 82, of St. Bernard, Louisiana, passed away peacefully on September 12, 2025, after a courageous battle with blood cancer.