Local Covington, Louisiana Obituaries

May 6, 2017

Melvin S. Caldreone Sr. of age 87 passed away on Saturday May 6, 2017. A native of Algiers LA. a resident of Bush for the last 50 years.

Preceded in death by his wife Constance Hammond Calderone, Parents Rosario S. Calderone and Angeline Lapicalo, Sister; Toni Lynn Crawford brother Roy Calderone Survived by his children; Melvin S....

May 1, 2017

Peggy Jean Holden of Covington, LA passed away on Monday, May 1, 2017 at the age of 73.  She is survived by her brother Charles Holden; her sisters Hilda Sapera and Jane Dees and her many nieces and nephews. Her departed brothers are Horace Holden, Lee Roy Holden, Julius Holden, Melvin Holden and Thomas Holden.  Her departed sisters are...

Apr 29, 2017

Joseph Bradley Cathey at age 86 passed away in his home on 4-29-2017 with his daughters by his side. He loved horses and since the age of 14 years they were a greater part of his life. Bradley was known for the twinkle in his blue eyes and his dry since of humor. He is the son of the...

Apr 27, 2017

Roy Anthony Hammell 51, born in Marrero, LA passed away on April 27, 2017.  He is proceeded by his father Benard Hamell Jr.  He is survived by his mother Ruby J. Hammell and his brother Benard Hammell III.

He enjoyed Dale Earnhardt, races and memorabilia.  And enjoyed Nascar in general. He also enjoyed other sports, football and...

Apr 27, 2017

Neil Anthony Gendusa passed away at his home in Angie, LA. on Thursday, April 27, 2017 at the age of 49.

A native of New Orleans, LA. and grew up in Kenner, LA. There he made many friends and developed the love for playing pool. Neil also enjoyed his family and spending time with his...

Apr 22, 2017

Alice M. Gensler daughter of Irene and Leigh Kellogg died at home in Mandeville, Louisiana on April 22, 2017.  She was born in Syracuse, NY where she married William F. Gensler Jr. They lived in Brewerton and Williamsville, NY, Indialantic and Melbourne, Florida before moving to Mandeville.

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Apr 20, 2017

Donald Lee Barbee age 81, passed away on April 20, 2017 at his home with his family by his side. Mr. Barbee was known for playing his Guitar and in his younger days played at the Grand Ole Opera, with such names as, Kittie Wells, Faron Young, and Conway Twitty and many others. He is preceded in death by...

Apr 19, 2017

Dr. Gerald B.”Jerry” Wickline passed away peacefully surrounded by his family at his home in Covington, LA, on April 19, 2017, following a long and courageous battle with cancer.  He was 75.   Jerry was a veteran of the U.S. Navy where he served aboard an aircraft carrier during the Vietnam War era . He attended the University of South...

Apr 19, 2017

Paula Runyon Cox, 64 passed away on April 19, 2017 peacefully at her home with her family by her side. She is preceded in death by her longtime companion of 30 years Troy McLain, parents Jessie and Lydia Runyon,sisters Patsy Runyon and Marjorie Gallow. Survived by her children; Willie Jr., Danny and Jessie Cox, grandchildren Kaylin and Carissa Cox,...

Apr 19, 2017

Russell R. Rizzo, 75, passed away peacefully at his home surrounded by his loved ones on April 19, 2017. Russell was born in Utica, NY and was raised in Oneida, NY by his parents Jerry Rizzo and Mary Rizzo Tripoli. He spent 23 years in the U.S. Air Force where he lived in amazing places such as Hawaii,...

Apr 18, 2017

Mary Ann (Loretta) Stansbury was called home on Tuesday, April 18, 2017 at the age of 81. She was the beloved wife of Curtis Stansbury, the daughter of the late Paul and Mertelia Arcement, the sister of Joyce Arcement and the late Carroll and Shelton Arcement,  Mother of Rita Landry (Glenn), Joy Guidry, Craig Stansbury (Jeanette), David Stansbury (Tammy),...

Apr 14, 2017

Cody Matthew Couch died on Good Friday, April 14, 2017 and is in peace in the Lords arms. Cody was born in New Orleans, LA. to his parents Jerry J. and Margie  Rougelot Couch. Cody moved to Covington, LA. when he was 6 years old. He was a graduate of Covington High School.  As a child, Cody was active...

Apr 12, 2017

Steven Kenneth Lauman, age 50, passed away on Wednesday, April 12, 2017. He grew up in Westwego, LA and resided in Boutte, LA. He is preceded in death by his parents Elroy Lauman, Sr. and Brenda Clay Adam.  He is survived by his daughters Lacy Lauman, Stephanie Malbrough, and Kaitlyn Lauman; grandchildren Lana, Paige, Cy, and Tatum Verdin and...

Apr 6, 2017

Dorothy Jean Spears a resident of Slidell, Louisiana; was called home on Thursday, April 6, 2017, at the age of 72. Daughter of the late Arnold M. Humphrey and Thelma Otwell.  Mother of Gregory and Robert Spears of Slidell, Louisiana.  Beloved grandmother of Ashley and Candice Paredes, Raven Spears, Brittany Miller, and Joshua Fellon.  Sister of the late Arnold...

Apr 5, 2017

Dewey G. Albritton passed away on Wednesday April 5, 2017 at the age of 83 after a brief illness. He was a native of Marion, LA and a resident of Abita Springs, LA. He is the loving husband of Diane Bonadona Albritton. Dewey is preceded in death by his parents Wilburn D. Albritton and Linnave Green Albritton , and...

Apr 5, 2017

Vicki Irene Martin, was a resident of St. Tammany Parish since 1957. She departed this life peacefully at the age of 59 at home with her family on April 5, 2017.  Vicki was born, raised and laid to rest in Covington, LA, where she was a homemaker. She loved her family above all else, and always made room for...

Apr 4, 2017

Carol Ann Gonzales a resident of St. Bernard, Louisiana; was called home on Tuesady April 4, 2017, at the age of 69. Daughter of the late Henry A. Gonzales, Sr. and Rosemary Paretti Gonzales. Mother of Jeannine Rousse Pampas (Mark), Lana Rousse Hines (Billie), Bambi Rousse Bruscato (Tony). Beloved Grandmother of Mark Jr. and Ashley Pampas, Billie III, Joshua,...

Apr 2, 2017

Dr. Andrew. Lackner, DVM, PhD, DACVP, passed away on April 2, 2017, after a long and courageous battle with cancer. He was 57.

Dr. Lackner earned his Doctor of Veterinary Medicine from Colorado State University in 1984, and then received his PhD in Pathology from the University of California, Davis, in 1988. He served as Assistant Professor...

Apr 1, 2017

Eduardo A.J. Guevara passed away on April 1, 2017.  Proceeded in death by his parents Elvira Mourthe and Ulises Guevara.  Also, his son Eduardo Simon Guevara.  He was a Veteran of World War II, served in the United States Navy on the USS Duncan.  Mr. Guevara was the owner and founder of Concrete Controls, INC, a leading independent manufacturer...

Mar 30, 2017

Father Paul Miranne, O.S.B., died peacefully at Saint Joseph Abbey on 30 March. He was 94 years old, the senior in his community and the longest-lived monk in the history of his monastery. He was in the 75th year of his monastic profession and the 70th year of his priesthood. Donald Miranne was born in New Orleans on 5...