Obituaries

Barbara Lee Matlock

Barbara Lee Matlock

Barbara Lee Matlock

Barbara (Hutcheson) Matlock passed away peacefully on January 5, 2026 at the East Jefferson Hospital. She was born August 28, 1955 in Flint, Michigan but a life-long resident of St. Bernard Parish. She was preceded in death by her late husband Paul Matlock II.
Kevin Michael Rayes

Kevin Michael Rayes

Kevin Michael Rayes

Kevin Michael Rayes, age 43, passed away on January 16, 2026. He was born on June 1, 1982, in Kenner, Louisiana, and was a longtime resident of Chalmette, Louisiana. Kevin attended St. Mary Magdalen and Our Lady of Divine Providence, and graduated from Archbishop Rummel High School, Class of 2000.
Marlene Cabiran Connetti

Marlene Cabiran Connetti

Marlene Cabiran Connetti

Marlene Cabiran Connetti, of Pearl River, Louisiana, passed away on January 14, 2026, at the age of 87. Born on August 2, 1938, to the late Bernice Ruh Cabiran and Edmund John Cabiran Sr., Marlene's life was a testament to her enduring faith and the love she shared with those around her.
Irwin Noel Poumaroux

Irwin Noel Poumaroux

Irwin Noel Poumaroux

Irwin Noel Poumaroux was called home to be with the Lord and the love of his life, Joyce, on January 13, 2026, at the incredible age of 96. Born on December 25, 1929, Irwin lived a life of service, love, and laughter.
Lorraine Beaucoudray Steilberg

Lorraine Beaucoudray Steilberg

Lorraine Beaucoudray Steilberg

Lorraine Beaucoudray Steilberg passed away on Monday, January 12, 2026, surrounded by her lovely family at the age of 95. She was a native of New Orleans, LA and resided in Covington, LA.
Bonnie Jean Martin

Bonnie Jean Martin

Bonnie Jean Martin

Bonnie Jean (Black) Martin passed away peacefully surrounded by love and held by family on January 4, 2026 at Slidell Memorial Hospital, Slidell, Louisiana.
Francis Joseph Goelz, Jr.

Francis Joseph Goelz, Jr.

Francis Joseph Goelz, Jr.

Francis Joseph Goelz, Jr., a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, departed this life peacefully on Tuesday, December 9, 2025, in Hammond, Louisiana, surrounded by his cherished family.
Nathalie “Nat” Rodi Lapeyrouse

Nathalie “Nat” Rodi Lapeyrouse

Nathalie “Nat” Rodi Lapeyrouse

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Nathalie “Nat” Rodi Lapeyrouse. Nat was a devoted mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother who passed away peacefully on January 16, 2026, at the age of 86. She was the beloved wife of 50-plus years to the late Emile A. Lapeyrouse, Sr.
Michael 'Mickey' LaBourdette Sr.

Michael 'Mickey' LaBourdette Sr.

Michael 'Mickey' LaBourdette Sr.

Michael 'Mickey' La Bourdette Sr., a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away at the age of 72. He was a lifelong resident of St. Bernard Parish and a man deeply rooted in his family, his work, and his community.
Shirley Borne Lachney

Shirley Borne Lachney

Shirley Borne Lachney

Shirley Borne Lachney, age 83, peacefully passed away on January 9, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of love, devotion, and quiet strength. Born on April 18, 1942, Shirley spent her life rooted in Braithwaite, Louisiana, a community she proudly called home.