Obituaries

Michael “Mike” Brubaker

Michael “Mike” Brubaker

Michael “Mike” Brubaker

Michael “Mike” Brubaker, 67, passed away on July 28, 2024. He leaves behind a legacy of love and dedication.
Bernice Ann Cazzetta Melancon

Bernice Ann Cazzetta Melancon

Bernice Ann Cazzetta Melancon

Bernice Ann Cazzetta Melancon passed away on July 22, 2024, in Covington, La., at the age of 84. Born in New Orleans, La., on October 16, 1939 to Rosalie DelBuono and Frank Cazzetta. Bernice, a native of St. Bernard Parish, graduated from Chalmette High School in 1957.
Louis Ray Couture-West

Louis Ray Couture-West

Louis Ray Couture-West

Louis Ray Couture-West was born on July 24, 1998 to Melodie Couture (Tharon) and Terry West. He tragically passed away on Sunday, July 21, 2024. Beloved brother of Bryan Couture-West. Adored grandson of Mary 'Reisie' Murchison (Danny) and Clifton Couture, Sr. (Kelly).
Janabelle Gatechair Packard

Janabelle Gatechair Packard

Janabelle Gatechair Packard

Janabelle Gatechair Packard passed away on July 14, 2024, in Winter Haven, Fl., following a brief illness at the age of 76. She was born on December 12, 1947, in New Orleans, La., to the late Annabelle Goodyear and Earsking Gatechair.
Leo A. Ayo

Leo A. Ayo

Leo A. Ayo

Leo A. Ayo, born on December 4, 1945 in Arabi, La.; passed away on Friday, July 26, 2024 at the age of 78. After graduating from high school, Leo enlisted in the United States National Guard to serve his country.
Sherry Lynn Elsensohn Stewart

Sherry Lynn Elsensohn Stewart

Sherry Lynn Elsensohn Stewart

Sherry Lynn Elsensohn Stewart, of Chalmette, La., passed away on July 24, 2024, at the age of 59. She was a native of New Orleans, La., born on October 21, 1964, to her loving parents, Rosemary Kirsch and Clifford J. Elsensohn.
Henry Johannes Gonlag, Jr.

Henry Johannes Gonlag, Jr.

Henry Johannes Gonlag, Jr.

Henry Johannes “Buddy” Gonlag, Jr., a cherished family man and respected member of the community, passed away peacefully on July 11, 2024, in Slidell, La., at the age of 70. He was a resident of Picayune, Ms., and a former resident of St. Bernard, La.
George Isadore Miller, Jr.

George Isadore Miller, Jr.

George Isadore Miller, Jr.

George Isadore Miller, Jr. passed away on Monday, July 15, 2024 at the age of 80. A long-time resident of St. Bernard Parish, George spent his life as a loving husband to his wife of 52 years, Sheila LeBlanc Miller. He received his B.S.
Roy Peter Richard, Jr.

Roy Peter Richard, Jr.

Roy Peter Richard, Jr.

Roy Peter Richard, Jr., a resident of Chalmette, La., unexpectedly passed away on January 31, 2024 in Puerto Vallarta, Jalisco, Mexico; at the age of 64. The son of Roy P. Richard, Sr., and Earline Jane Richard, he was born on May 4, 1959 in New Orleans, La.
Calvin Joseph Nunez

Calvin Joseph Nunez

Calvin Joseph Nunez

Calvin Joseph Nunez, of Pearl River, La., passed away on July 17, 2024, at the age of 86. He was native of St. Bernard, La., born on October 20, 1937, to the late Ferdinand Nunez and Claire Smith Nunez.