Local Covington, Louisiana Obituaries

Oct 22, 2019

Evelyn Simmons White, age 81 years, passed away on Tuesday, October 22, 2019. Beloved wife of Elton Ray White. Mother of Larry White (Susan) and the late Michael White. Grandmother of 4 grandchildren and 8 Great-grandchildren. A native of Bogalusa, LA and a resident of Folsom, LA. Family and friends are invited to attend the Funeral Service on Thursday,...

Oct 19, 2019

Bob (Bobby) Gormus passed away peacefully on October 19, 2019 at his home in Covington, LA from complications of cancer at the age of 77.  He is preceded in death by his mother and father, Nell and Perkins Gormus; paternal grandparents, Lillian and Alfred Gormus from Buckingham County VA; maternal grandparents, Zelma and Henry Campbell, originally from Tennessee; and...

Oct 16, 2019

Myra Dean Owen of Slidell, La. passed away on Wednesday, October 16, 2019 at the age of 71. She is preceded in death by her husband; Ray M. Owen, her parents; Pearson Long, Sr. and Katie Moorman, her brothers; Joe Long, Pearson “Porky” Long and stepbrother Chris Moorman. Myra is survived by her children; Eddie Burns (Julie), Donald Burns,...

Oct 16, 2019

Stephen Clement Ruf, “Z”, age 53, passed away peacefully at home on Wednesday, October 16, 2019 surrounded by family. Stephen was born July 12, 1966, a native of New Orleans, LA, resided in Metairie and later Bush, LA. Funeral services will be held at St. Benedict Catholic Church, 20370 Smith Road in Covington, LA on Monday, October 21, 2019. Visitation will begin...

Oct 14, 2019

Gary Senac passed away on October 14, 2019 at his residence in Waldheim, Louisiana at the age of 73.  Gary was a loving husband, father, and grandfather.  His grandchildren were the light of his life.  He was a graduate of St. Paul High School and attended University of SW Texas where he played football.  Gary is preceded in death...

Oct 12, 2019

Betty Jane Rogers passed away on Saturday, October 12, 2019, at the age of 57.  Betty was a resident of Bush, Louisiana.  She is survived by three children; Mark LeBlanc, Ashley LeBlanc, and Matthew LeBLanc. Relatives and friends are invited to attend a Memorial Service on Thursday, October 17, 2019 in the Chapel of Bagnell & Son Funeral Home...

Oct 9, 2019

Cheryl Aileen Murry Jones, a native of Pontchatoula, Louisiana passed away peacefully on October 9, 2019 at the age of 65. She was preceded in death by her dear friend of twenty one years, Betty White. “Cheri” as all her friends knew her, had a radiant smile, big beautiful blue eyes and a generous heart. She was an avid donator...

Oct 9, 2019

Eve Debelo Romano, a native of New Orleans, Louisiana, born on November 25, 1928 passed away on October 9, 2019. She is preceded in death by her devoted husband Frank A. Romano, her parents; Nicholaus and Eva Debelo and her sister Elaine Orlando. She leaves behind to cherish her memory, her children Eva Romano Boh (Jack), Frank A. Romano...

Oct 9, 2019

Corliss L. Hyatt (Johnnie) of Covington, Louisiana passed away on Wednesday, October 9, 2019 at the age of 66. Son of the late Ernie Faye Morse and step father John Morse. He is survived by his wife Mary Cox Hyatt, his children; Tonya Hyatt Morris, Stephanie Hyatt Gibson (Aaron), Chad Hyatt (Sheena), his grandchildren; Zachary Morris, Rhett Morris, Lincoln...

Oct 8, 2019

Dorman D. Taylor passed away in Covington, Louisiana on Tuesday, October 8, 2019, at the age of 85. He was survived by his beloved wife of 61 years, Vermel Alford Taylor, his daughter Connie Taylor Lamprecht (Carl), his son Gary D. Taylor, granddaughter Kristin Buie Moreau (Jason), his grandson Darren Buie (Babie), grandson Philip Lamprecht (Katelyn) and great-grandson Finley...

Oct 1, 2019

M arilyn Anna Sharp passed away in Covington on Tuesday, October 1, 2019, at the age of 82.

She was a native and lifelong resident of Mandeville, Louisiana. She was the beloved daughter of the late Edgar L. Sharp and the late Anna Karl Sharp.  Marilyn is survived by her brothers: Gary L. Sharp (Dee) and Darrell J....

Sep 30, 2019

James (Jim) Elwood Waulk passed away peacefully on Monday September 30, 2019 in Covington, Louisiana surrounded by love. James was born and raised in Colton, Ohio but lived most of his adult life in Louisiana (New Orleans, Metairie, and Covington). James was an experienced carpenter (retired) and in his spare time enjoyed wrenching on muscle cars and fishing. James...

Sep 29, 2019

Donna Marie Villalobos Knight 60 years of age, passed away on Sunday, September 29, 2019; surrounded by her family.  Beloved wife of the late Gregory A. Knight.  Daughter of the late Elias & Rosemary Villalobos.  Loving mother of Nicole Elizabeth Knight and Emily Rose Knight.  Sister of Lawrence M. Villalobos, Richard A. Villalobos, Anthony B. Villalobos, and the late...

Sep 24, 2019

Emile was a native of New Orleans, a loving father and husband, and a realtor with Prudential Gardner for many years. He passed with grace and dignity at the age of 82 on Tuesday, September 24, 2019. He is survived by Jo Ann Ovino Tujague, his wife of 50 years, his son Emile Tujague III (Natalie Granier Tujague), his...

Sep 24, 2019

Glen Vernon Wondergem went to Heaven to be with his Lord on September 24, 2019.  He is preceded in death by his sister, Sheryl W. Czepluch (Ralf) & his father, Captain John M. Wondergem.  He is survived by his wife, Deborah Wondergem and their son, John Wondergem (Julie).  He was the revered step-father of David Porter (Sara), Penni Sperier...

Sep 21, 2019

Jess Michael Patterson passed away on Saturday, September 21, 2019 at his residence in Folsom, LA at the age of 42. He passed peacefully in the loving arms of his family and companion Summer Lovell. He was a graduate of St. Paul High School. Jess was preceded in death by his mother, Cynthia Casey Patterson, father Johnny B. Patterson,...

Sep 19, 2019

Bryan "800" Stephen McGehee of Bogalusa, Louisiana passed away on Thursday, September 19, 2019 at the age of 65. Bryan is survived by his daughter; Brittany Herndon, brother; Michael O. McGehee, his grandson; Judson Herndon and his nephew Seth McGehee. Bryan is preceded in death by his parents; Judson P. McGehee and Dixie McMillan McGehee as well as his brother;...

Sep 19, 2019

Richard “Richie” Joseph Thibodeaux aka “Blue”

Richard Joseph Thibodeaux of Abita Springs, LA passed away peacefully and surrounded by loved ones on Thursday, September 19, 2019 at the age of 76.  Richard was born in New Orleans at the Montelepre Hospital on December 8, 1942 to the late George Henry Thibodeaux Jr. and Elizabeth Driscoll Thibodeaux.  He graduated...

Sep 15, 2019

Wade Richard Olsen Sr., age 78, passed peacefully into his Father’s loving arms on Sunday, September 15, 2019 in the comfort of his home surrounded by his devoted family.  Beloved husband of Carolyn Schurb Olsen.  Loving father of Kim Olsen, Janice Olsen, and Wade Olsen Jr. (Missy).  Proud grandfather of Ian Richard Olsen.  Brother of Gail Olsen Coley (George)...

Sep 15, 2019

David Anthony Twist age 74 years of age, passed away on Sunday, September 15, 2019. A native of Highland Park, Michigan and a resident of Slidell, Louisiana.  David was a Veteran of the United States Army, and proudly served in the Vietnam War.  He dedicated most of his life to training & working with Canine dogs used for search...