Obituaries
Nancy Hataway Masters
Aug 10, 2024
Nancy Hataway Masters, passed away on August 10, 2024, at the age of 81. She was born on April 14, 1943, to Stanley W. Hataway and Bertha Ella Mae Hataway. Nancy was predeceased by her loving husband, Glynn Masters, and her first husband, Jerry Lynn Carney, who was the father of her children.
Nancy was a woman of grace who touched...
Emily May Fredericks Wofford
Aug 10, 2024
Emily May Fredericks Wofford passed away peacefully on August 10, 2024. She was born in Natchitoches, LA in 1927 to Marjorie May and Albert Asa Fredericks. She was preceded in death by her husband, Thomas Bushrod Wofford, whom she married in 1950.
She is survived by her daughters, Cynthia Wofford, Emily Neelley (Baron), and Marcie duQuesnay (Emeric); grandchildren, Baron Neelley (Allison)...
Ina Mae Bolton McDonald
Aug 10, 2024
Homegoing services for Ina Mae Bolton McDonald will be held Tuesday, August 13, 2024, at Fountain of Life Pentecostal Church, Natchitoches, Louisiana. Visitation will be held from 9:00 AM until the time of service at 11:00 AM. Ina’s nephew Rev. Gordon Simmons and Rev. Matthew Pagels are officiating the services. Burial will follow in Oak Grove Methodist Church Cemetery, in...
Brother Michael David Elvestrom
Aug 8, 2024
Brother Michael David Elvestrom , who identifies as a Franciscan Friar in the Catholic Church and was a fixture of Natchitoches' art and culture scene for decades, passed away on August 8, 2024. He was born on June 25, 1944 to Hilda and Bernard Elvestrom and his formative years were spent on a farm with animals and gardens in Washington...
Larry Page
Aug 7, 2024
Larry Eugene Page, born on July 25, 1980 to Larry Douglas Page and Deborah Bell in Coushatta, LA, passed away on August 7, 2024 in Campti, LA at the age of 44. A memorial service to celebrate his life will be held on Saturday, August 24, 2024 at New Beginnings Baptist Church in Castor, LA from 3:30 pm with Bro....
John Lee Kerry, Sr.
Aug 7, 2024
John Lee Kerry, Sr. was born on July 25, 1955 in Delhi, LA to his parents Thomas Pautaleon Kerry and Gladys Lucille Basco. He passed away on August 7, 2024 in Natchitoches.
He is preceded in death by his parents, former wife but still dear friend Agnes Kerry, brother Thomas Lee Kerry (T.L.), sister Nelder Mae Kerry-Wilbanks, two daughters Chelsea and...
Brandie Lee Roe
Aug 4, 2024
Brandie Lee Roe, aged 42, passed away on August 4, 2024, in her hometown of Shreveport, Louisiana. Born on November 6, 1981, in Shreveport, she lived a life marked by deep familial bonds and a profound love for her pets.
Brandie was a devoted daughter, sister, niece, cousin, partner, and a cherished chihuahua mom. Her life was filled with the love...
Thomas Alexander Bolton
Aug 3, 2024
“Family and friendships are two of the greatest facilitators of happiness.” ~ John C. Maxwell
Thomas Alexander “Tommy” Bolton was born in New Orleans on August 14, 1949, and died at his home in Natchitoches, surrounded by his loving family on August 3, 2024. He was preceded in death by his children Rebecca Blayne Bolton and Alexander Wade Bolton, his parents...
Bonnie Elaine Kay
Aug 1, 2024
Bonnie Elaine Kay passed away on August 1st, 2024 in peace at the Courtyard of Natchitoches. Born on October 13th, 1935 to Joseph Eli Kay and Thelma Turner Kay, she lived a life filled with warmth, kindness, and cherished connections.
Bonnie was a beloved member of Harmony Baptist Church where she enjoyed fellowship with her church family. Her vibrant personality was...
Joseph Wylie Vercher
Jul 31, 2024
Joseph Wylie (JW) Vercher, 86, of Campti passed from this life on the 31st day of July, 2024 at the Courtyard of Natchitoches, La after an extended battle with Alzheimer's. He was born August 12, 1937 to Ramie and Jane Vercher of Campti, Louisiana.
He was a devoted member of United Baptist Church and leaves a legacy of deep faith, generosity,...
Jacques Matt III
Jul 31, 2024
Jacques Matt III passed away on July 31, 2024, at the age of 68 in Natchitoches, Louisiana. Born on September 15, 1955, in Alexandria, Louisiana, Jacques was a lifelong resident of Louisiana and a dedicated farmer, having spent over 40 years nurturing the land at Matt Farms.
Jacques was known for being fun-loving, hardworking, playful, loyal, silly, and wild. He had...
Mike LaCaze
Jul 29, 2024
On July 29, 2024, the world lost a beloved soul with the passing of Michael James LaCaze, known affectionately as Mike to his family and friends. He was born on November 15, 1977, in Natchitoches, where he also passed away with his loving family by his side.
Mike dedicated over a decade of his life serving the City of Natchitoches as...
Tynes Hildebrand
Jul 28, 2024
Tynes Hildebrand (Coach), 93, made his home in Heaven on July 28, 2024. A service celebrating his life will be held on Sunday, August 4, 2024 at 3:30 pm at the First Baptist Church of Natchitoches, Louisiana. A visitation with the family will be held at 2:00 pm prior to the service at the Church. He was a dedicated husband,...
Lee Allen Ward
Jul 25, 2024
Funeral services for Lee Allen Ward, 80 of Cloutierville will be held on Sunday, July 28, 2024 at 1:00 p.m. at Blanchard-St. Denis Funeral Home in Natchitoches with Rev. Roger Matkin and Father John Cunningham officiating. Burial will follow in Emmanuel cemetery in Chopin, La. Visitation will be held on Sunday, July 28, 2024 from 12:00 p.m. until time of...
Henry Craig Annis
Jul 24, 2024
Henry Craig Annis peacefully passed away on July 24th, 2024, at the age of 72.
Henry (Craig) was a proud graduate of the University of Nebraska—Omaha. He leaves behind a legacy of hard work. For over 35 years, he labored as a machinist at the Kellogg Company in Omaha, NE. His claim to fame was having a part in Treme, a...
Michael Dewayne Bates
Jul 24, 2024
Funeral Services for Michael Dewayne Bates, 71, of Provencal will be held on Saturday, July 27, 2024, at 2:00 p.m. at Blanchard-St. Denis Funeral Home with Rev. Roger Matkin officiating. A burial will follow at Provencal Cemetery in Provencal, LA. Visitation will be held on Friday, July 26, 2024, from 5:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. at the funeral home.
Michael loved...
Elizabeth Gallien Gilcrease
Jul 22, 2024
Elizabeth Gallien Gilcrease, age 76 of Natchitoches, Louisiana died Monday, July 22, 2024 at Rapides Regional Medical Center in Alexandria. She was born November 30, 1947 to Joseph Nicholas Gallien, Jr. and Josephine Beatrice LaCour Gallien in Natchitoches, Louisiana. “Beth” was a lifetime member of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary Catholic Church in Campti, Louisiana. She graduated from...
Evelyn Roe Roberson
Jul 18, 2024
Evelyn Youngblood Roe Roberson, age 97 of Natchitoches, Louisiana died Thursday, July 18, 2024. Born August 11,1926 in Marthaville, LA, Evelyn was the oldest of four children of Cecil R. Youngblood and Annie Olive Youngblood. She graduated from Marthaville High School in 1943. On June 18, 1942, Evelyn married Louis O. Roe. Together they raised five children. Most of these...
Brenda Clair Rodriguez
Jul 18, 2024
In loving memory of Brenda Clair Rodriguez, a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, sister and friend who was born on August 3, 1949 to Vernice L. Graves and Fannie Mae Price Graves. She passed away on July 18, 2024 at Natchitoches Regional Medical Center at the age of 74.
Brenda's journey through life was characterized by dedication and commitment. She worked diligently...
Rose Mary Nielsen
Jul 14, 2024
Rose Mary Nielsen passed away on July 14, 2024 in Calvin, LA, surrounded by her loving family. Born on December 17, 1959, in Shreveport, LA, Rose was a loving wife, mother, sister, and friend.
During her career, Rose dedicated many years to working at St. Mary's Training Center. Her commitment to service extended beyond the workplace as she held a servant's...
