Obituaries

Dustin Peter Hoffman

Dustin Peter Hoffman

Dustin Peter Hoffman

Dustin Peter Hoffman, age 54, died after a year long battle with cancer. Born July 6, 1971. He is survived by his parents, Dale and Linda Giroir Hoffman. Also survived by his brother Christian (Katie) and his niece and nephew, Hillary and Hudson Hoffman, who called him “Uncle Dude.
Marilyn "Mary" Louise Howell

Marilyn "Mary" Louise Howell

Marilyn "Mary" Louise Howell

It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of Marilyn “Mary” Louise Howell, who died peacefully on Wednesday, August 20, 2025 at the age of 78. Born on the Utila Cays on October 17, 1946, Mary was the beloved child of Hubert and Rhoda Howell.
Jessie James Mire

Jessie James Mire

Jessie James Mire

Jessie James Mire, age 75, a beloved resident of Chalmette, Louisiana, passed away peacefully on August 19, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. Born in Lafayette, Louisiana, Jessie was the son of the late Gille Mire and Annunciade Mire. In the early 1970s, he made his way to St.
Catherine "Kay" Murr

Catherine "Kay" Murr

Catherine "Kay" Murr

Catherine “Kay” Murr passed away on Thursday, August 21, 2025, at the age of 90. Loving mother of F. George David (Nicky), Kimberly Reab (Ted), Terri Bunton (Chris), and Catherine Rinker. Proud Grandmother of Lionel Kinler, Jr.
Mary Riggio Melancon

Mary Riggio Melancon

Mary Riggio Melancon

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Mary Riggio Melancon on Thursday, August 7, 2025. Her light has been extinguished, but her spirit will remain in the hearts of all whom she has touched. Mary was born on January 27, 1932 in the heart of New Orleans.
Ely Espiritu Catolos

Ely Espiritu Catolos

Ely Espiritu Catolos

Ely Espiritu Catolos, 101 years old, of New Orleans, Louisiana and a former resident of St. Bernard Parish prior to Hurricane Katrina, passed away on August 3, 2025, at home. Ely is survived by her children, Cherrie Harrison (Michael), Agnes Letulle (Stephen), and Cecil Catolos Jr.
Raymond Joseph Ducote Sr.

Raymond Joseph Ducote Sr.

Raymond Joseph Ducote Sr.

Affectionately known as Ray to his family and friends, Raymond Joseph Ducote Sr. returned to his Lord and Savior on August 7, 2025, at the age of 70. Born on January 5,1955 to the late Emmet J. Ducote Sr., and the late Mary Lovoi Ducote.
Nancy Nicolosi Watts

Nancy Nicolosi Watts

Nancy Nicolosi Watts

Nancy Nicolosi Watts passed away peacefully at her home on Monday, August 4, 2025 at the age of 64. She was the beloved wife of William 'Peanut' Watts for 41 years. Daughter of the late Vincent 'Charlie' Nicolosi and Tina Bivona Nicolosi.
Judy Ann Couvillion Labat

Judy Ann Couvillion Labat

Judy Ann Couvillion Labat

Judy Ann Couvillion Labat peacefully passed away on July 28, 2025, at the age of 82. She was preceded in death by her loving husband of 45 years, Robert Thomas Labat, and her grandson, Jerritt Ray Labat.
Phyllis P. Colburn

Phyllis P. Colburn

Phyllis P. Colburn

Phyllis P. Colburn, devoted wife, mother and memaw, peacefully passed away July 18, 2025 at age 74. She is survived by her children Jody Russell (Phillip), Gordon Colburn Jr. (Monica), Emile Russell (Angella), her grandchildren Stephan (Rune) Russell (Casey), Gordon Colburn III (Cameryn).