Obituaries

Billy Wayne Hubbard Jr.

Billy Wayne Hubbard Jr.

Billy Wayne Hubbard Jr.

It is with heavy hearts and deep love that we share the passing of our beloved Billy Wayne Hubbard Jr., 63, of Slidell, La., who left this world on Wednesday, April 30, 2025, surrounded by the love of his daughter and sister. Born on March 9, 1962, in New Orleans, La.
John Paul Esler Sr.

John Paul Esler Sr.

John Paul Esler Sr.

John Paul Esler Sr., 35, passed away on January 29, 2025, in New Orleans, Louisiana. Born on November 30, 1989, in the same city he called home throughout his life. A devoted father, John cherished every moment with his children, John Paul Esler Jr. and Abigail Elise Esler.
Christopher C. Blappert III

Christopher C. Blappert III

Christopher C. Blappert III

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Christopher Charles ' Chris' Blappert III, age 60, a beloved father, stepfather, son, brother, grandfather, and devoted companion, who left us on April 28, 2025.
Joan Nata Dalon

Joan Nata Dalon

Joan Nata Dalon

Joan Nata Dalon known as 'Ma' to many passed away peacefully on April 16, 2025. She was 74 years old. Born on November 8, 1950. Joan was a wonderful mother, sister, aunt and the greatest mawmaw JoJo. Joan was always there when we needed her the most, offering support, wisdom, and love in abundance.
Walter Lewis Jr.

Walter Lewis Jr.

Walter Lewis Jr.

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Walter Lewis Jr., who left us on Saturday, April 26, 2025, at the age of 55. A beloved son, brother, father, and grandfather. Walter touched the lives of many with his kindness, humor, and infectious spirit.
Roxanne Melerine

Roxanne Melerine

Roxanne Melerine

Roxanne Melerine, 69, of Benton, Arkansas, formerly of St Bernard Parish passed away on Wednesday, April 16, 2025. Roxanne was born January 13, 1956, in New Orleans, Louisiana, daughter of the late Simon Duplessis and Margaret Duplessis.
Marvin Emile Bozant Sr.

Marvin Emile Bozant Sr.

Marvin Emile Bozant Sr.

Marvin Emile Bozant Sr. passed away peacefully on Monday, April 21, 2025 at the age of 88. He was the beloved husband of the late Lynne Bridget Egan Bozant. Son of the late Gilbert Bozant Sr. and Louise Hery Bozant. Loving father of Bridget Bozant Russell (Lee) and Marvin E. Bozant, Jr.
Amanda Michelle LaRocca

Amanda Michelle LaRocca

Amanda Michelle LaRocca

Amanda Michelle La Rocca passed away on Tuesday, April 15, 2025 at the age of 35. She was the loving mother of Mya Angelina LaRocca. Daughter of Debra Sansone LaRocca and Joseph LaRocca Sr. Sister of Ashlie LaRocca Henderson (Zach) and Joseph LaRocca Jr. (Kelli).
Delores Davenport Leto

Delores Davenport Leto

Delores Davenport Leto

Delores Davenport Leto passed away peacefully on Thursday, April 17, 2025 at the age of 93. Her final days were spent surrounded by her family that she had touched in so many ways throughout her long, very memorable life. She was the cherished wife of 68 years to the late Alvin B. Leto Sr.
Lawrence Francis Lohr Jr.

Lawrence Francis Lohr Jr.

Lawrence Francis Lohr Jr.

Lawrence (Larry) Francis Lohr Jr., age 67, passed away on April 18, 2025 after a long and hard battle with cancer. Born on August 31, 1957 and a lifelong resident of Chalmette, Larry was a true character who lived life with a big smile and never met a stranger.