Local Covington, Louisiana Obituaries

May 16, 2021

Allison Williams Wanner passed away at her residence on May 16, 2021.  Allison was a native to New Orleans and a lifelong resident of the Northshore, in addition to living in Dubai, UAE and Chicago, IL.  She was a graduate of Mandeville High School and attended Southeastern Louisiana University where she was a member of the Tri Sigma Sorority. ...

May 16, 2021

On May 16, 2021 Ryan Brisbi, our beloved son went home to be with the Lord Jesus. Ryan, whose infectious smile, kindness, and sense of humor brought joy to those who knew him.  Ryan excelled in Computer and Network Technology, His ability to grasp all things technical was extraordinary. His trials and struggles in this life have come to an end...

May 14, 2021

Sr. Marina of the Good Shepherd Aranzabal Aguirrezabal, STJ

May 23, 1945—May 14, 2021

Sister Marina Aranzabal returned to her eternal home in the arms of the Good Shepherd on May 14, 2021.  Marina was born on May 23, 1945 in Zarautz, Spain to Luis Aranzabal and Marina Aguirrezabal. ...

May 10, 2021

Peggy Baker Brett was born to Isabel and John Baker on July 13, 1948 in Seattle, Washington. She was the middle sister to Colleen Plaisance and Deborah Dubuc. Her dad was in the army and they lived all over but went to rest and play in Buras, Louisiana where her grandfather owned orange orchards and her uncles were shrimpers....

May 10, 2021

Melvin D. Oalmann, of Madisonville, Louisiana passed away on Monday, May 10, 2021 at the age 79.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Herbert Oalmann, Sr and Clara Blossman Oalmann as well as his siblings, Frank and Gloria.

Melvin worked as an Iron Form worker for many years. He enjoyed camping, going to...

May 9, 2021

On Sunday, May 9, 2021 Nancy Travis, loving wife and mother of three children passed away at the age of 78, Nancy was born on November 2, 1942 to Thomas and Grace Meyers. On June 7, 1958 she married Francis Travis and they raised 3 children.   Nancy had a passion for God and lived her life in service...

May 9, 2021

Dorothy Belle Wainwright Cooper passed away on Sunday, May 9, 2021,at the age of 92, in Madisonville, LA. Dorothy was born on February 2nd, 1929 in Hammond, LA, to her parents Frank Wainwright and Audrey Belle Vinyard Wainwright. Dorothy was preceded in death by her parents, her loving husband, Louis A. Cooper, her sister, Laura Maxine Hoover and her...

May 9, 2021

On May 9, 2021, Ty Sterling Gilmore went home to be with the Lord, at the age of 20.  He was our beloved son, grandson and nephew.  He attended St. Stanislaus since 7th grade and was a junior member of the Bay Waveland Yacht Club. Sailing was his passion.  Ty had a heart of gold and always thought of...

May 7, 2021

Judith “Judy” Lavelle Knape (née Pynes) age 73, Mandeville, LA, passed away peacefully at home from lung cancer on the afternoon of Friday, 7 May 2021 while surrounded by her son, sister, and daughter-in-law. She is preceded in death by her partner Bill Kiernan, her parents, James Lavelle Pynes and Jeanne Louise Pynes LeMay (née McCalman), and brother-in-law Patrick...

May 7, 2021

Sherry Diane Westmoreland age 51 passed away on the morning of May 7, 2021. Sherry was born on September 24, 1969 in New Orleans, Louisiana. Sherry was a resident of Washington Parish for most of her life. Sherry was a beloved wife, mother and grandmother. Sherry is preceded in death by her father Walter Wesley Whitehead, her mother Patricia,...

May 5, 2021

On Wednesday, May 5th, 2021 Carolyn Maffettone, loving wife and mother of three children passed away at age 68 at her residence in Covington, LA.

Carolyn was born October 1st, 1952 in Covington, LA. She served in the US Air Force from 1972-1973 and worked as a switchboard operator for many years before becoming a stay at...

Apr 29, 2021

Lorenza Holmes Knight passed away at home surrounded by family on April 29, 2021 at the age of 77.  Holmes was preceded in death by his father Lorenza Knight Jr. , mother Rita North, his sister Kellen and his beloved Uncle “Butz” Laporte. He is survived by his wife Joan, sons Scott (Julie M.) and Casey (Julie A.), grandchildren...

Apr 29, 2021

Matushka Patricia Healy Brown was born in New Orleans, LA., on November 4, 1945. Mrs. Brown fell asleep in the Lord on April 29, 2021, after a long, hard-fought battle with cancer. Mrs. Brown is survived by her loving husband of 50 years, Archbishop David Raymond Brown, her son Tasso “Tiger” Taylor, III, (Liz).  She is also survived by her grandson Tasso Taylor...

Apr 28, 2021

Kurt Paul Guerra Sr., age 65, of Hopedale LA passed away peacefully on Wednesday, April 28, 2021 with his family by his side. Kurt was preceded in death by his parents, Irma and Jerry Guerra Sr., and brother Jerry Guerra Jr. He spent his career as a commercial fisherman. He was the entertainer in the family, always telling jokes/stories...

Apr 28, 2021

Janet Elizabeth Carney of Bush, Louisiana passed away on Wednesday, April 28, 2021 at the age of 64. Janet is preceded in death by her Ex-Husband, Lawrence Cain, her parents, Cleo Carney and Gladys Carney. She is survived by her companion Michael Carter, her daughter, Brandy Cain, her son-in-law Jonathan Varnado, bonus daughters; Candace Carter, Tanna Carter and husband Ambree...

Apr 27, 2021

Hortence Marie Barron passed away peacefully at the age of 89 years old in Covington La. where she lived with her son and fiancé since 2017.

Hortence was born on April 2nd 1932 to her parents Jennings and Mary Lou Mitchell. She grew up on a small farm in Cordele Georgia. This is where she was instilled with...

Apr 27, 2021

Judy Ann King of Bush, Louisiana passed away on Tuesday, April 27, 2021 at the age of 69. Judy leaves behind to cherish her memories, her father, Floyd King, her children; Robert Sharp, Jason Sharp, Brenda Sharp and Adrian Sharp, her grandchildren; Megan Sharp, Kirsten Paulk, Floyd Sharp, Victoria Sharp, Jason Sharp, Jr., and her siblings, Dorman King and...

Apr 27, 2021

The Lord called Coral (Billy) Bordelon, Sr. home on April 27, 2021 at the age of 90. He is preceded in death by his beloved wife of 62 years, Marguerite Aiola Bordelon, his parents, Phanor E and Eola Marie Bordelon. He is survived by five children, Coral P. Bordelon Jr. (Annie), Sandra B. James (Robby), Sharon B. Boyd (Wayne), Timothy J. Bordelon...

Apr 23, 2021

Tyler Patrick Quave of Bush, Louisiana passed away on Friday, April 23, 2021 at the age of 23. Tyler graduated from Covington High School and worked for Holden’s Wrecker Service of Covington, Louisiana. Tyler had a passion for restoration of older Ford Trucks. Tyler is survived by his parents; Dennis Quave and Melody Joiner Quave, his siblings; Steven Joiner (Kassie),...

Apr 21, 2021

Joseph S. Edwards born in New Orleans,  Louisiana passed away on Wednesday, April 21, 2021 at the age of 79. Joseph is preceded in death by his mother Maxine, brother Roderick and sister Joyce Marie Rhodes (Dan). He is survived by his wife, Lynda A. Sandoz Edwards sons, Joseph L. Edwards, the late Mark A. Edwards, daughters, Stephanie Edwards Baudoin, Karan...