Obituaries

Edward Herbert Russell Jr.

Edward Herbert Russell Jr.

Edward Herbert Russell Jr.

Edward H. Russell Jr. passed away peacefully at his home on Wednesday, April 8, 2026 at the age of 78. His final days were embraced by the warmth of those he cherished most. He was the beloved husband of the late Sonja Russell. Son of the late Doris Russell and Edward H. Russell Sr.
Harry Joseph Gioe

Harry Joseph Gioe

Harry Joseph Gioe

Harry Joseph Gioe passed away peacefully surrounded by his family, on Saturday, April 4, 2026 at the age of 70. He was the beloved husband of 45 years to the late Constance “Connie” Flattmann Gioe. Son of the late Joseph 'Buck' Gioe and Joyce Doran Gioe. Loving father of Jeffrey J.
Chad Michael Ricks

Chad Michael Ricks

Chad Michael Ricks

Chad Michael Ricks, 48, passed away on March 29, 2026, at his home in Arabi, Louisiana, following a courageous battle with polycystic kidney disease.
Betty Richards

Betty Richards

Betty Richards

Betty Richards passed away peacefully on Saturday, April 4, 2026 at the age of 85. Her final days were spent comforted by her family and friends. She was the cherished wife of the late Raleigh Richards Jr.
Bob N. Fletschinger Jr

Bob N. Fletschinger Jr

Bob N. Fletschinger Jr.

It is with mixed sorrow and reflection that we announce the passing of a man who lived life entirely on his own terms. Known for his carefree spirit and fearless approach to living, he embraced each day with a sense of freedom that left a lasting impression on all who knew him.
Gladys A. Alegria

Gladys A. Alegria

Gladys A. Alegria

It is with deep love and sorrow that we announce the passing of Gladys A. Alegria, a remarkable woman at the age of 74, whose life was defined by devotion, joy, and an unbreakable bond with her family. Born in Honduras, and longtime resident of Chalmette.
Dolores B. Mills

Dolores B. Mills

Dolores B. Mills

It is with deep love and gratitude for a life well lived that we announce the passing of Dolores B. Mills, a beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, who peacefully departed at the age of 93. Born in New Orleans, Louisiana, she spent most of her life in St.
Nelda Luening Peterson

Nelda Luening Peterson

Nelda Luening Peterson

It is with deep love and sorrow that we announce the passing of S.F.C. Nelda Peterson, a devoted mother, grandmother, and proud veteran at the age of 72.
Darren Louis Schallenberg

Darren Louis Schallenberg

Darren Louis Schallenberg

Darren Louis Schallenberg, of Slidell, Louisiana, passed away on March 21, 2026, at the age of 59. He was born on March 10, 1967, in Chalmette, Louisiana, to the late Bonnie and Herman Schallenberg. Darren's life was rich with love and laughter, shared with his significant other, Shannon Neal.
Elizabeth Rose Waguespack Chauvin

Elizabeth Rose Waguespack Chauvin

Elizabeth Rose Waguespack Chauvin

Elizabeth “Betty” Rose Waguespack Chauvin passed away peacefully on Friday, March 20, 2026, at the age of 88. She was the beloved wife of Elwood Joseph Chauvin, with whom she shared 60 devoted years of marriage.