Obituaries

Bruce “Buddy” Richard Lohfink, Jr.

Bruce “Buddy” Richard Lohfink, Jr. passed away at his home on June 2, 2024 at the age of 78. Bruce lived in New Orleans and St. Bernard before relocating to Slidell after Hurricane Katrina. Bruce was born on July 16, 1946 to the late Bruce Richard Lohfink, Sr. and the late Frances Lopez Lohfink.
Therese Marie Guenther

Therese Marie Guenther

Therese Marie Guenther

With heavy hearts, we bid farewell to Therese Marie Guenther who passed away at the age of 80. She leaves behind a legacy of love, laughter, and an indomitable spirit. Therese was the loving mother to Lynn Vaughn (Dean), Karen Kirsch and Henry Kirsch (Sheri).
Philip Carl Carollo

Philip Carl Carollo

Philip Carl Carollo

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Philip Carl Carollo, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather and proud resident of St. Bernard. He was the loving husband to Donna Sanzone Carollo for 51 beautiful years.
Erica Gonzales

Erica Gonzales

Erica Gonzales

Erica Gonzales passed away on May 23, 2024 at the age of 52. The Gonzales Family welcomes you to celebrate the life of Erica Gonzales on Saturday, June 8, 2024 starting at 9 a.m. at St. Bernard Catholic Church, 2805 Bayou Rd., in St. Bernard.
William John Wightkin, Jr.

William John Wightkin, Jr.

William John Wightkin, Jr.

William John Wightkin, Jr., passed away peacefully at home on May 28, 2024, at the age of 70. Bill was born on November 20, 1953 to William John Wightkin and Joyce Ritter Wightkin.
Frederick John Zimmerle

Frederick John Zimmerle

Frederick John Zimmerle

Frederick John Zimmerle passed away on April 13, 2024 at his home in Pearl River, La., after a long illness at the age of 77.
Rhonda Michelle Aiola-Davis

Rhonda Michelle Aiola-Davis

Rhonda Michelle Aiola-Davis

Rhonda Michelle Aiola-Davis came into this world on Monday, November 18, 1968. She was a lifelong resident of St. Bernard Parish, La. She passed away on Sunday, April 28, 2024, in Houston, Tx., where she resided since Hurricane Katrina in 2005 to be closer to her children and grandchildren.
Richard “Rickey” Barbaro

Richard “Rickey” Barbaro

Richard “Rickey” Barbaro

Rickey A. Barbaro, a beloved son of New Orleans, La., passed away at the age of 54. Born and raised in the vibrant heart of the city, he was a true embodiment of its spirit and soul. He was the loving son of Patricia Lyons Barbaro and the late Richard Joseph Barbaro.