Eugene Victor Porter

Eugene Victor Porter

October 23, 2024

It is with great sorrow that the family is announcing the death of Eugene Victor Porter, 71, of Bossier City, Louisiana. He passed away on October 23, 2024, at Willis Knighton Bossier.

Victor was born August 8, 1953, in Shreveport, LA, to Aubrey E. and Thelma Porter. The family lived in Bossier City, LA for a few years, but moved to...

Doris Ray Tatum

Doris Ray Tatum

October 23, 2024

 After 101 blessed years in this world, Doris Ray Tatum has now entered her forever home in heaven. The worship service, praising God and thanking Him for her life and legacy, will be at 12 noon on Monday, October 28, 2024 in the sanctuary of Broadmoor Baptist Church, 4110 Youree Drive, Shreveport, Louisiana. The family will greet friends at 11:30...

Richard Norwood

Richard Norwood

October 23, 2024

Richard Colvin Norwood was born on March 25, 1943, to Burdette and Isoline Norwood. He was their second son and third child. Richard was a graduate of Pelican High School class of 1963.After graduating from high school he continued working for Knippers Motor Company in Mansfield as a mechanic until he joined the Army Reserve. After completing his training in...

Ollie Joseph Fauré

Ollie Joseph Fauré

October 22, 2024

Funeral services for Ollie Joseph Fauré, 22, will be held on Saturday, November 2, 2024 at 3:00 p.m. at Rose-Neath Funeral Home, 2201 Airline Dr., Bossier City, Louisiana. Visitation will be held from 2:00 p.m. until the time of service. Officiating the service will be Pastor Hilton Wells. A graveside service will be held on Saturday, November 23, 2024 at...

Jeffery Staples

Jeffery Staples

October 22, 2024

Graveside service for Mr. Jeffery Staples will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, November 2, 2024, at Alabama Baptist Church Cemetery. 

Sharon Hedrick

Sharon Hedrick

October 22, 2024

Sharon Kay Tullos Hedrick, 66 passed away on Tuesday, October 22, 2024, after a short illness. 

Born on November 24, 1957, in Alexandria, Louisiana. She is survived by her husband, Lane Hedrick of Cotton Valley; daughters, Crystal Heard (David) of Dubberly and Danielle Mason (Shane) of Cotton Valley, and grandchildren Gracie Heard, Hattie Heard, Hixson Mason, Eden Mason and Hazie Mason.

Sharon’s...

Lee Weldon Stockman

Lee Weldon Stockman

October 21, 2024

Funeral services for Lee Weldon Stockman, 86, will be held on Monday, October 28, 2024, at 12:00 p.m. at Rose-Neath Funeral Home, 2500 Southside Dr., Shreveport, Louisiana. Burial will follow at Keithville Cemetery in Keithville, Louisiana. A visitation will be held on Monday beginning at 11:00 a.m. until the time of service at the funeral home. Officiating the service will...

Carl Keith Taylor

Carl Keith Taylor

October 21, 2024

Funeral services for Carl Keith Taylor will be held on Monday, October 28, 2024, at 2:00 p.m. at Rose-Neath Funeral Home, 2201 Airline Dr., Bossier City, Louisiana. A visitation will be held from 1:00 p.m. until the time of service. Officiating the service will be Shreveport Police Department Chaplin Roy Davis.

Carl Keith Taylor, a devoted family man and respected member...

Christopher Wayne Smith

Christopher Wayne Smith

October 21, 2024

Funeral services for Christopher Wayne Smith, 66, will be held at 1:30 p.m. on Monday, October 28, 2024, at Rose-Neath Funeral Home, 1815 Marshall St., Shreveport, Louisiana. Visitation will be held from 12:30 p.m. until time of service. Burial will follow at Smith Family Cemetery, 174 Willow Rd., Shongaloo, Louisiana. Caleb Seney will be giving the eulogy.

Chris was born in...

Charlotte Johnson Smith

Charlotte Johnson Smith

October 20, 2024

Charlotte Johnson Smith was born on July 31, 1965 to Frances Durham Johnson and Charles Stanley Johnson in Baton Rouge, Louisiana and passed away at the age of 59 on Sunday, October 20, 2024 in Bossier City, Louisiana.

Charlotte resided in Gibsland, Louisiana during her childhood and graduated as a Valedictorian of her class from Bienville Academy. She married Joseph Varland...

John Larry Felts

John Larry Felts

October 20, 2024

A graveside service for John Larry Felts, 80, will be held on Thursday, October 24, 2024, at 11:30 a.m. at Hill Crest Memorial Park in Haughton, Louisiana. A visitation will be held on October 24, 2024 from 10:00 a.m. until 11:00 a.m. at Rose-Neath Funeral Home, 2201 Airline Dr., Bossier City, Louisiana. Officiating the service will be Pastor Calvin Hubbard.

Larry...

Lonnie Waits

Lonnie Waits

October 20, 2024

A graveside service honoring the life of Lonnie Waits will be held on Thursday, October 24, 2024, at 2:00 p.m. at Hurricane Cemetery. 

Lonnie was born February 24, 1949, in Minden, Louisiana to A.L. and Ruth Adelle Foster Waits. He entered into rest on October 20, 2024, in Ruston, Louisiana. Lonnie proudly served his country in the U.S. Navy.

Lonnie is preceded...

Richard Kelly Payne, Sr.

Richard Kelly Payne, Sr.

October 20, 2024

A memorial service for Richard K. Payne, Sr. will be held on Saturday, October 26, 2024, at 1:15 p.m. at the Koala Club, 4809 Shed Rd., Bossier City, Louisiana 71111.

Richard was born on May 2, 1941 to Elisha A. Payne, Jr. and Ora Wilson Bonnette Payne in Shreveport, Louisiana, and passed away on Sunday, October 20, 2024 in Coushatta, Louisiana.

Richard...

Jerry Neal Hamilton

Jerry Neal Hamilton

October 19, 2024

Funeral service for Jerry Neal Hamilton, of Mansura, will begin at 12:00pm on Friday, October 25, 2024 at the Kilpatrick’s Rose-Neath Funeral Home Chapel in Marksville with Rev. Dobie Perkins officiating. Burial will follow at the St. Joseph No. 2 Catholic Church Cemetery.

Jerry Hamilton, age 67, passed away on Saturday, October 19, 2024 at the Riviere de Soleil Community Care...

Vernon Rhodes

Vernon Rhodes

October 19, 2024

Funeral services celebrating the life of Vernon Ancel Rhodes, 92, will be held at 11:00 a.m., Thursday, October 24, 2024, at Southside Baptist Church, 7329 Hwy 509, Mansfield, Louisiana with Dr. Gary Orr officiating. Interment will follow at Highland Cemetery, Mansfield, Louisiana. The family will receive friends from 4:00 p.m. until 5:30 p.m. Wednesday, October 23, 2024, at Rose-Neath Funeral...

William F. Barnett

William F. Barnett

October 19, 2024

William F. Barnett, born August 31, 1939, in Magnolia, Arkansas passed away October 19, 2024, in Minden, Louisiana after a brief illness. William served in the United States Army and was a deacon of Eastside Missionary Baptist Church of Minden, Louisiana. He was a long-term member of the Minden Chapter of the Civitans and also served as Captain and EMT...

Carl "Bub" Olds, Jr.

Carl "Bub" Olds, Jr.

October 19, 2024

Carl Eugene “Bub” Olds, Jr, 63, of Shreveport, Louisiana, passed away on Saturday, October 19, 2024 in Shreveport, LA. Bub was born April 10, 1961 in Franklin, LA to Carl Olds Sr. and Annie Smith Olds. A memorial service honoring the life of Bub will be held at a later date. 

Bub is preceded in death by his parents.

Bub is survived...

William "Ed" Jones

William "Ed" Jones

October 19, 2024

Funeral Services for William Edward “Ed” Jones will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Monday, October 21, 2024, at Rose-Neath Funeral Home in Arcadia, with Rev. Doug DeGraffenreid officiating. Burial will follow at Arcadia Cemetery. Visitation will be held on Sunday, October 20, 2024, from 4:00 p.m. until 6:00 p.m.

William Edward “Ed” Jones passed away on Saturday, October 19, 2024,...

Donna Jean Long

Donna Jean Long

October 18, 2024

Donna Jean Long, a beloved wife, dedicated professional, and passionate cook, passed away on Friday, October 18, 2024, at the age of 73. Born on October 9, 1951, Donna's life was marked by her unwavering commitment to her family and her diverse career.

Donna's professional journey spanned several notable roles, including serving as a financial secretary and assisting the Dean at...

Mary Alice Cooper

Mary Alice Cooper

October 18, 2024

Mary Alice Smith Cooper, age 78, of Homer, LA, went home to be with Jesus on October 18, 2024. She passed away peacefully at Claiborne Memorial Medical Center. Mary was born in Farmerville, LA, on January 13, 1946, and as a child, moved to Homer, LA, where she lived the rest of her life. She worked at Wal-Mart in Homer...