Germaine Rose “Gerose” Cazzetta D’Aunoy

Germaine Rose “Gerose” Cazzetta D’Aunoy was born on March 25, 1933 and died in Scottsdale, Az., on April 4, 2024. She was a lifelong resident of St. Bernard Parish and member of one of the original families who settled in St. Bernard over four generations ago.

Doris Rome Garrity

Doris Rome Garrity entered into eternal rest on April 11, 2024 at the age of 92. She was the beloved wife of the late John Elmer Garrity, Jr. They were married for 62 wonderful years. She was a resident of Chalmette, La., until Hurricane Katrina and, later lived in Harahan, La.

Erin Marie LeJeune Herrin

Erin Marie LeJeune Herrin passed away peacefully at her home on April 11, 2024, from a lengthy illness. Born on April 7, 1986, in New Orleans, La., she was raised in Chalmette and a resident of Baton Rouge since 2004. Always the consummate performer, her love of dance started early in life.

David Paul Johnson

David Paul Johnson passed away on Saturday, April 6, 2024 at the age of 68. Son of the late Frederick Johnson Sr. and the late Myrna Sahuque Johnson. Loving father of Patrick Johnson, Matthew Johnson and Justin Johnson. Father-in-law of Geena Caronna Johnson.

Shirley Lynam

Shirley Lynam entered the glory of heaven’s gates on Wednesday April, 10, 2024 at the age of 97. Born on October 4, 1926 in New Orleans, La., Shirley was a devoted housewife of the late Sidney Lynam Sr, who she cherished and adored.

Ambrose Michiels, Jr.

Ambrose Michiels, Jr., passed away on Thursday, April 11, 2024 at the age of 86. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife of 50 years, Earline Michiels, and his parents, Myrtle and Ambrose Michiels, Sr.

Phyllis K. Peralta

Phyllis K. Peralta passed away with her daughter, Loretta Gill by her side, at Loretta's residence in Savanna, Ok., at the age of 93. She retired from the New Orleans Parish School Board after 30 plus years. Phyllis was a volunteer at St. Tammany Parish Hospital for 14+ years.

Emmett Allen Shubert Jr.

Emmett Allen Shubert peacefully passed away on Saturday, April 6, 2024 in Chalmette, La., at the age of 64. He was born in New Orleans, La., to Lorraine Diaz Haffner and Emmett Allen Shubert. A proud resident of both Chalmette, La., and Tampa, Fl., he graduated from Chalmette High School in 1977.

Richard J. Totorico

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Richard J. Totorico a devoted husband, beloved father, grandfather and friend. He was the loving husband for over 35 wonderful years to Gwendolyn W. Totorico. Caring father to Richard Totorico Jr.

George Vallery

George Vallery passed away on Saturday, April 13, 2024 at the age of 70. His spirit will live on to all those he touched. He was preceded in death by his parents, Henry and Eva Vallery, Sr., two brothers and two sisters. George was blessed with a beautiful family.