Ricky B. Videau Franklin, Sr.

Ricky B. 'Gas Man' Videau Franklin, Sr. entered into eternal rest on April 1, 2025 at the age of 66. He was born to the union of the late Helen C. and Ranell Franklin, Sr. From an infant he was lovingly cherished and raised by the late Novairia 'James' and Lillie Rose G. Videau.

Carolin B. Grass

Carolin B. Grass passed away on February 4, 2025, at the age of 83. She was born in New Orleans, Louisiana, to the late William F. and Gladys Brown. Carolin grew up with one sister, the late Diana B. Knowles, and survived by her brother-in-law Jim.

Ira Charles Perkins, Sr.

Ira Charles Perkins Sr., age 40, entered into eternal rest Monday March 31, 2025. Beloved son Ira of Ira John Willis and Sabrina Perkins Trice(the late Howard Trice), his loving wife, Michelle Amos Perkins, father of , Me'Shira , Ira Charles Jr., Beyonce and Kamryn.

Thelma Bernadine Riley

Sister Thelma Bernadine Riley departed this life on Sunday, April 6, 2025, at her home in Sunrise, La. She was 90 years old. She was born in Ostricia, Louisiana to the parents of the late Saxon and Madeline Taylor. She was married to the late Wesley Riley.

Colby Allen Scheffler

With deepest sorrow, we announce the passing of Colby Allen Scheffler, who left this world far too soon on Sunday, April 6, 2025, at the age of 20. Colby was a beloved son, brother, grandson, and friend whose presence brought light, laughter, and warmth to all who knew him.

Carol Ann Dupre

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Carol Ann Dupre, who left us on March 18, 2025, at the age of 81. Carol was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and friend. Carol was born on October 31, 1943, to the late Arthur and Mary Couture.

Angel Marie Sylve Williams

Angel Marie Sylve Williams transcended to her heavenly home on Wednesday, March 19, 2025. Angel Marie Sylve Williams was born February 6, 1952, at Charity Hospital in New Orleans, Louisiana. She is the oldest daughter of the late Beatrice “Bea” and the late Lazard D. Sylve.

Craig J. Guillot

Craig J. Guillot, of Pearlington, Mississippi, passed away on April 6, 2025, at the age of 65. He was a native of Marrero, Louisiana, born on September 24, 1959. Craig formerly resided in St. Bernard Parish and the West Bank of Jefferson Parish in Louisiana, as well as in Pearlington, Mississippi.

Edward Frank Held, III

Edward Frank Held, III, of Chalmette, LA, passed on April 5, 2025 at the age of 79. He was born in New Orleans to Edward Frank Held, Jr. and Josephine P. Held. Survived by his loving wife of 47 years, Diane Held.

Janice Cotton

Janice Cotton, born to James and Annie B. Bell, July 31, 1944, she departed this life on March 29, 2025, at her home in Harvey, La. She was 80 years old. She was the second of three daughters. She was a native of New Orleans and Harvey, LA. She was a graduate of Lincoln High School.