Local Covington, Louisiana Obituaries

May 17, 2022

Barbara Ann Greeley Adler (Barbie) gracefully left us on Tuesday, May 17, 2022, transitioning to a new world while soundly asleep. Her son Greeley Lawrence Adler, daughter-in-law Brandon Wright Adler, and granddaughter Louisiana June (Lulu), remain to cherish and share their memories of her. Barbie is also survived by her beloved sister, Kay Greeley LeGros, and a host of...

May 17, 2022

Patrick Holden Custer, born on June 26, 1964, passed away peacefully in his home on Tuesday, May 17th, at the age of 59.  He was a lifelong resident of Madisonville and a graduate of Covington High School.

A lifelong career as a Cook, most of his life was spent in his family’s legacy business, Coffee’s Boiling Pot, in...

May 17, 2022

Douglas Foster, Sr. passed away on Tuesday May 17, 2022 at the age of 80. Douglas leaves behind to cherish his memories; his wife of 36 years, Mary Foster, his son, Doug Foster, daughter Kelly Steno and sisters, Regina Danner and Karen Landry. He also leaves behind his grandchildren, Doug Foster, III, Alison Foster Barganier, Remi Foster, Maison Foster...

May 17, 2022

Edward Denis Moore passed away peacefully in his sleep after a long battle with cancer on May 17th 2022 at the age of 78. He is survived by his wife, Jacqueline Ann Drott and their son, Jeffrey S. Moore, his children, Byran A. Moore (Missy), Ladette Moore Masters (Johnny), Michelle Moore Brooks (Justin), Kevin S. Moore (Jessica), Margo Moore Gaude...

May 14, 2022

William “Billy” Bachemin, 78, of Slidell, LA, passed away on May 14, 2022.

Billy was born on July 27, 1943 to William Bachemin and Margaret Amthor Bachemin in New Orleans. At the age of 12, he moved from Metairie to Arabi, where he built his life and resided until 2005. He graduated from Holy Cross High School...

May 12, 2022

Jacob “Jake” Avery Blount age 35 died on May 12, 2022, at North Oaks Medical Center.  He was the beloved husband of Leslie Ann Blount.  Loving Father of Austen Parrish, Kirsten Parrish, and Seth St.Cyr.  Papa to Gabriel Wascom.  He is also survived by his loving parents Avery and Missie Blount; sister Lindsay and Husband BJ Mizell; Brother Brady...

May 11, 2022

William “Mark” Lawrence passed away on May 11, 2022, at the age of 64, surrounded by family. He is survived by his daughters, Jessica Lawrence, Monique Lacroix, Rebecca Wilson, and Kayla Lawrence. He was “PaPaw” to Marie Lacroix, Sapphire Robinson, Mackenzie Laurent, Christopher Drake, Kylah Goldhammer, Autumn Robinson, and Jewels Goldhammer; and he was brother to Timothy Lawrence, Jeane...

May 11, 2022

Bridget Rene Fairburn, a resident of Folsom, departed this life to join her Lord and Savior at the age of 61, on Wednesday, May 11, 2022, after a battle with advanced non-alcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH) liver disease. She was the beloved mother of Christopher Brett (Sonya) Sharp, Robert “Bobby” Julius (Crystal) Sharp, and Dakota Corkern. Daughter of Joseph Robert and...

May 10, 2022

Francis Philip Prattini a resident of Mandeville, Louisiana passed away on Tuesday May 10, 2022 at the age of 80. Francis was a native of New Orleans, Louisiana and also resided in McComb, Mississippi. He is survived by his loving wife Gayle Frances Monteleone Prattini, his children, Francis “Frank” Philip Prattini, Jr., Paul Thomas Prattini (Tina), Robert “Bob” Joseph Prattini, Christopher...

May 8, 2022

Edna R. Fournet died on Mother’s Day, May 8th,  2022. Born in 1931, in New  Orleans, Louisiana. Edna was the youngest of 11 children and cultivated very early on the pleasure of having a  generous fold of siblings who fostered her love of attention. She was predeceased by all of her siblings except one, Irma (Al) who will now...

May 8, 2022

Emmy Bahm Flott , a resident of Heritage Manor in Mandeville, Louisiana passed away on May 8, 2022 at the age of 86. Emmy was one of ten children born to the late, Leon and Shoule Bahm of Folsom, Louisiana. She is survived by  her children, Troy Flott, Beth Willie (Jeff) and Roger Flott (Charlette). She is also survived by fourteen...

May 6, 2022

The family of Ada Louise Burson is sad to report that their beloved sister, aunt, and friend died on Friday, May 6, 2022. A Memorial Mass for Ada will be celebrated on Saturday, June18, 2022, at Holy Name of Jesus Church at 6367 St Charles Ave, New Orleans, LA at 11:00 AM with visitation preceding at 10:00 AM. She...

May 6, 2022

On Friday, May 6, 2022 at approximately 7:25pm, Kathleen "Kathy" Mary Badinger Pederson took her rightful place in God's hands to walk with him through the pearly gates they she spoke highly about on many occasions. A strong believer in her faith, Kathy went peacefully and gracefully while surrounded by loved ones. Kathy, whom also went by Kat, mawmaw,...

May 5, 2022

Sara Virginia (Rice) Fletcher departed this life peacefully on Thursday, May 5, surrounded by her loving daughter, Kristen, son-in-love, Russell, and granddaughters, Aiden and Meghan.

Ginger, as she was known to family and friends, was born on August 22, 1946 in Meridian, Mississippi to parents, Morgan Eldridge Rice and Minnie (Waller) Rice. Ginger was a talented pianist...

May 4, 2022

Carl Stephen “Steve” Gross was born in Philadelphia, PA, on May 4, 1946, and passed away peacefully in Slidell, LA, on his birthday, May 4, 2022, at the age of 76. Considering his poetic personality and passion for numbers & dates, entering and exiting this life on the same date was a perfect ending. “MAY THE 4th BE WITH...

May 4, 2022

Ernest M. Simoneaux, Jr. of Covington, Louisiana passed away May 4, 2022.  He lived a passionate and fun-filled life of eighty-one years.  He was blessed with a close family and loving parents, Claire (Reppel) and Ernest Simoneaux, Sr.

Ernie was born in New Orleans, Louisiana on December 1, 1940.  He attended St. Joseph’s Seminary at St. Benedict’s...

May 2, 2022

Duane Keith Dunaway, 62, of Hattiesburg, Mississippi, passed away on May 2nd, 2022. Duane was born in Prentiss, Mississippi on September 26, 1959 to Donald and Anita Dunaway. As his family continued to grow, he showcased his many skills as a carpenter, mechanic and creative enthusiast. He enjoyed a good laugh, good food, spending time outdoors, camping, fishing, hunting...

May 1, 2022

Stephen Gerard Ehrhard, beloved son, brother, and uncle, passed away peacefully at home on Sunday, May 1, 2022.  Stephen was 53 years old. Stephen lived a beautiful life, brought so much joy to so many, and never met a stranger.  Our special boy had a smile that could light up a room and was the kindest, purest soul you...

Apr 30, 2022

Shirley Lucille Bradley Bordelon entered eternal rest on Saturday, April 30, 2022 at the age of 87. Shirley was born March 7, 1935 to the late Raymond Earl and Wilma Keller “Bootsy” Bradley. Beloved wife of Benton J. Bordelon, Jr. for 66 years.

Beloved mother of Benton J. Bordelon, III of Metairie, Bruce Raymond Bordelon of New...

Apr 30, 2022

Cathy (Penny) Diggs LeTellier, age 73 was a dedicated wife; a loving mother of two children, Christiaan and Angelique; a devoted grandmother of three grandchildren, Zachary, Brooke and Bella; a caring sister, and friend. Cathy passed away peacefully in her sleep on Saturday, April 30, 2022 in Metairie, Louisiana. Cathy was born on July 17, 1948 to parents Lillian...