Obituaries

Heyward James Unbehagen

Heyward James Unbehagen

Heyward James Unbehagen

Heyward James Unbehagen, of Chalmette, Louisiana, passed away on May 23, 2025, at the age of 82. Born on March 15, 1943, in New Orleans, Louisiana, Heyward's life was a melody of joy and resilience which resonated with all who knew him.
Belinda Robin Lainhart

Belinda Robin Lainhart

Belinda Robin Lainhart

Belinda Robin Lainhart was called to peace on Tuesday, May 20, 2025, at the age of 68. She was the daughter of Emily LandryRobinandthelateEarlJohnRobin andthewifeofthelateHarold'Buddy' Lainhart.
Ernest Joseph Stephens Jr.

Ernest Joseph Stephens Jr.

Ernest Joseph Stephens Jr.

Ernest Joseph Stephens, Jr., Age 87, a native of New Orleans, LA and a longtime resident of St. Bernard and Tangipahoa Parishes, passed away peacefully on May 21, 2025. Mr. Stephens was born on April 27, 1938.
Richard "R.A." Albert Schenck

Richard "R.A." Albert Schenck

Richard "R.A." Albert Schenck

With the final cast of his line, Richard Albert 'R.A.' Schenck, age 86, passed from this life on Thursday, May 8, 2025, surrounded by the people he loved most. Richard lived as a resident of Arabi, Louisiana for 44 years and in Slidell, Louisiana for 20 years.
Numa E. Dennis Jr

Numa E. Dennis Jr

Numa E. Dennis Jr

Numa E. Dennis Jr., age 81, a cherished father, Veteran, and respected businessman, passed away on May 8, 2025. A resident of Slidell, Louisiana, and former resident of St. Bernard Parish, Numa was born on August 28, 1943 in New Orleans.
Susan Melerine Perniciaro

Susan Melerine Perniciaro

Susan Melerine Perniciaro

Susan Melerine Perniciaro, entered eternal life on Friday, March 21, 2025 at the age of 68. She was born on November 11, 1956 in New Orleans, Louisiana. She was the daughter of the late Frances Louise Melerine and the late Sebastian “Bat” Melerine. Susan was a devoted wife to her husband, Noel C.
Frances Huelly Michel

Frances Huelly Michel

Frances Huelly Michel

Frances Huelly Michel, age 89, passed away peacefully. A devoted mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, she leaves behind a legacy of love, faith, and cherished memories.
Terrence “Terry” Vincent Fedele

Terrence “Terry” Vincent Fedele

Terrence “Terry” Vincent Fedele

Terrence “Terry” Vincent Fedele, age 79, passed away on Monday, April 28, 2025 at Colonial Oaks Living Center. He was preceded in death by his parents, Peter Fedele and Emma Murray, and his brother, Michael “Mickey” Fedele.
Ernest “Ernie” Leon Schenck

Ernest “Ernie” Leon Schenck

Ernest “Ernie” Leon Schenck

Ernest “Ernie” Leon Schenck, a beloved husband, father, and grandfather, passed away on Saturday, May 3, 2025, in Hammond, Louisiana, at the age of 87. Born on Tuesday, August 31, 1937, in New Orleans, Ernie spent many years residing in St. Bernard Parish before moving to Ponchatoula.
Yvonne Mattern Steinke

Yvonne Mattern Steinke

Yvonne Mattern Steinke

Yvonne Mattern Steinke passed away peacefully on Sunday, May 4, 2025 at the age of 89. She was the cherished wife of the late Raymond Steinke. Loving mother of Cindy Cazenave, Karen King, Kim Lalumia and Daryl Horn. Daughter of the late Henry and Louise Mattern. Sister of the late Robert Mattern.