New Orleans is 6 feet below sea level, on average. The highest elevation that New Orleans reaches is only around 20 feet above sea level. New Orleans is located between the levees ...George Sims Obituary George Sims, 64, entered into eternal rest on Sunday, December 9, 2018 at Tulane Medical Center. Born in New Orleans, LA, George was a member of Christian Unity Baptist Church ...Barbara Newhouse Obituary. On the morning of January 26, 2023 our beloved Baboo passed away peacefully of leukemia at the Metairie HealthCare Center comforted by a steady stream of family and close friends. Barbara Newhouse was 71 years old. Born in New Orleans on June 8, 1951 as the 3rd of 4 children, she was the spunky and height-challenged ...Gaynell Johnson Obituary. Gaynell Marie Johnson passed away Dec 10, 2023, at the age of 61. A lifelong resident of New Orleans, Gaynell grew up in the 3rd and 7th ward. During her time, she worked for The Orleans Sheriff's Department, then RTA while earning her degrees in Computer Science at The University of Phoenix.We would like to show you a description here but the site won’t allow us.Susan Young Obituary. Susan Dupree Young, passed away on Tuesday, September 25, 2018 at the age of 60. ... Published by The New Orleans Advocate from Oct. 8 to Oct. 14, 2018. ... New Orleans, LA ...John Harper Obituary. John Michael ("Mike") Harper, a devoted family man and faithful servant of God, passed away on Wednesday, January 17, 2024. Born into a large and loving family, he leaves behind cherished memories with his mother Margaret, brother Gregg, uncle Richard, daughter Monica and her three children, Jana, Jessica, and John, his ...5100 Pontchartrain Blvd. New Orleans, Louisiana. Judith Giorlando Obituary. Judith Wilkinson Giorlando, 65, passed away on July 25, 2023, after a courageous battle against cancer. Beloved wife of Dr. Michael F. Giorlando of 35 years, mother of Dr. Andrew M. Giorlando (Emily) and Michael F. Giorlando Jr., sister of Pamela W. Bourg and of Michael ...Mary Atkinson Obituary. Mary Lou Lifka Atkinson, the first female copy editor at The Times-Picayune since World War II, died May 13, 2023, in New Orleans from complications of Parkinson's disease. She was 76. ML, as she was known, grew up in Berwyn, Illinois, and graduated from Iowa State University in 1968 with a degree in journalism.Shirley Sanders Obituary. Shirley May Felton Sanders received her heavenly wings on Tuesday, September 26, 2023, at the age of 89. ... at Greater Saint Stephen Full Gospel Baptist Church, 5600 Read Boulevard, New Orleans, Louisiana. Service following at 10:00 a.m. Visitation will begin at 9:30 a.m. Final viewing will follow at the end of the ...Uless Askin Obituary. Uless Askin, Jr., affectionately known as Ulysses Askins, Jr. ("Uless", "June", "Flat Top") departed this life on Monday, February 20, 2023 at the age of 83. Ulysses was born on September 15, 1939 to the late Lillian Jackson Ovete and Uless Askin, Sr. He was the brother of the late Gloria Askins Dillon, the late Lillian ...Evain Nero Obituary. Evain Nero "Honey Bun", age 85 was born on May 18,1937, in Clinton, LA entered his eternal rest on Saturday, December 3, 2022, in New Orleans, Louisiana. Evain was a graduate of East Feliciana Industrial Training School and an United States Army Veteran. After serving his country in the Army for 23 years, he worked as a ...Craig Sanders Obituary. Craig Joseph Sanders, 73, of Abita Springs, Louisiana, passed away on September 24, 2022 surrounded by those he loved the most in this world. Craig was born in Metairie, LA to Eliska Clare Livaudauis and Rufus Dorsey Sanders. He grew up with a loving and lively family which included his brothers Allan Sanders, Bruce ...Browse obituaries by category: Find the people you care about in the communities that matter to you. Search obituaries and memoriams from The New Orleans Advocate on …Services Entrusted to the Caring Staff of: Professional Funeral Services "Celebrating Life"1449 N. Claiborne Ave. New Orleans, LA 70116. 504-948-7447. To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store. Published by The Advocate from Jun. 9 to Jun. 11, 2022.Robert Wright Obituary. Robert "Rob" Hamm Wright, a resident of Baton Rouge, passed away comfortably 12/1/23 at the age of 70, with the love of his life beside him holding his hand. A man who was filled with endless energy and kindness, always with a smile on his face and an encouraging word. He and his wife, Amy, eloped at Mardi Gras in 1982 ...I have selected a specific publishing option e.g print + online or edition + online, but now want change it. How do I do that? Need obituary writing & publishing help? Explore our The Times Picayune-The New Orleans Advocate FAQ section to help answer your obit and death notice publishing questions.Harry Friedman Obituary. Harry Friedman, 83, died peacefully on Tuesday, July 19th, 2022. Born in 1939, Harry was a native of Natchitoches, Louisiana and lived most of his life in his hometown and in New Orleans. He graduated Natchitoches Central High School in 1957 and was a proud 1961 graduate and life-long supporter of LSU.Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend a graveside service at Metairie Cemetery, 5100 Pontchartrain Blvd., New Orleans, on Wednesday, Nov. 28, at 11 a.m. Visitation Wednesday morning at graveside from 9 a.m. until funeral time. Lake Lawn Metairie Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. In lieu of flowers, donations …Dr. Beverly Hardy-Decuir Obituary. Dr. Beverly Hardy-Decuir departed for her heavenly journey on July 17, 2023. She was born on November 26, 1959, in Baton Rouge, LA and was the daughter of William (Sr.) and Daisy C. Hardy. She graduated from Baker High School, completed an associate degree in nursing at Charity School of Nursing in New Orleans ...Sean Brady Obituary. Sean Patrick Brady, beloved husband, father, son, brother, friend, and colleague, left this earth on December 17, 2023. He was 45 years old. Sean was raised in Metairie and Memphis. He returned to Louisiana to attend undergraduate studies at Louisiana State University, graduating in 2000. He earned his law degree, Magna Cum ...Michael Pizzolatto Obituary. Michael Pizzolatto, born in Jennings, LA on August 28, 1951, passed away at his home in New Orleans on Friday, February 9, 2024, at the age of 72 following a recurrence of cancer. Mike's final months were spent surrounded by a wide circle of family and friends recalling shared memories and adventures.Diane Burns Obituary. ... and grandchildren by her side. A mass of Christian burial will be held at St. Dominic Church, 775 Harrison Ave., New Orleans, Louisiana on Tuesday, June 20, 2023. ... To leave fond memories and condolences, please visit www.lakelawnmetairie.com. Published by The Advocate from Jun. 14 to Jun. 18, 2023. To plant trees in ...John Laborde Obituary. John Peter Laborde, lovingly known as "Jean Pierre," age 97, of New Orleans, Louisiana, devoted husband, father, family man, businessman, philanthropist and civic leader, died peacefully on October 21, 2021, surrounded by his loving family. Born in Marksville, Louisiana, on November 5, 1923, the fifth child of his parents ...Click or call (800) 729-8809. View New Orleans obituaries on Legacy, the most timely and comprehensive collection of local obituaries for New Orleans, Louisiana, updated regularly throughout the ...Ronald Price Sr. Obituary. Ronald Elmo Price, Sr. entered into eternal rest on Sunday, June 11, 2023 at the age of 72. Ronald was a loving father, grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend to many and will be greatly missed. Ronald is survived by two sons, Ronald Elmo Price, Jr. and Renaldo Elston Price; one sister Katie Price Anderson, seven ...Clyde Jr. Obituary. Clyde McKelphin Jr. entered into eternal rest on Wednesday, June 19, 2019. ... Published by The New Orleans Advocate from Jun. 27 to Jun. 29, 2019. Sign the Guest Book.Cynthia Williams Obituary. Cynthia Marie Jones Williams, age 68, passed away on Monday, November 2, 2020, peacefully at her home with her loving husband by her side. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend her Celebration of Life Service on Monday, November 9, 2020, 11 am at Mount Zion Inner City, 24400 Eleanor …nola.com 840 St. Charles Avenue New Orleans, LA 70130 Phone: 504-529-0522Wallace Foret Obituary. Wallace ""Buster"" Joseph Foret entered peacefully into heaven on Tuesday, March 13, 2018 at the age of 82. ... Published by The New Orleans Advocate from Mar. 14 to Mar ...John Laborde Obituary. John Peter Laborde, lovingly known as "Jean Pierre," age 97, of New Orleans, Louisiana, devoted husband, father, family man, businessman, philanthropist and civic leader, died peacefully on October 21, 2021, surrounded by his loving family. Born in Marksville, Louisiana, on November 5, 1923, the …Jeannie Darling Obituary. Jeannie Ruli Darling, 62, died peacefully at her home in Baton Rouge, surrounded by her family and friends, on December 29,2023 following a brief and an unfair fight against cancer. She is survived by her loving husband, and best friend of 36 years, Thom Darling and her daughter, Laura Darling Mounger (Clayton).The Advocate Obituaries is a service provided by Legacy.com that allows you to browse, search and offer condolences for the deceased in Baton Rouge, LA and surrounding areas. You can also send flowers or create an online memorial for your loved ones. The Advocate Obituaries features the most recent and past obituaries, as well as tributes and stories from family and friends.Albert Dumas Obituary. Albert Devall Dumas, Sr, also known as "Big Al," passed away peacefully on Christmas Day 2023, at Ochsner Baptist Hospital in New Orleans at the age of 76. He was born on July 17, 1947 in New Orleans to Dr. Albert Wood Dumas, Jr and Olga Devall. He was baptized and confirmed at Holy Ghost Catholic Church.Annie Shaw Obituary. Annie Mae Shaw, a loving mother, and homemaker passed away on Wednesday, December 14, 2016, at the age of 74 at her home in New Orleans, Louisiana surrounded by her loving family.Ronald Barrett Obituary. Dr. Ronald Anthony Barrett Sr. passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his family on Monday, April 24, 2017. A devoted husband of 55 years to his wife, Kathleen ...Dec 2, 2023 · Sat. Dec 02. Funeral service. Gentilly Baptist Church. 5141 Franklin Ave, New Orleans, LA 70122. Authorize the original obituary. 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Born into a large and loving family, he leaves behind cherished memories with his mother Margaret, brother Gregg, uncle Richard, daughter Monica and her three children, Jana, Jessica, and John, his ...Edward Picou Jr. Obituary. Edward Beauregard Picou, Jr. died at the age of 91 years shortly after midnight on Tuesday, January 30, 2024, of Congestive heart failure. ... Picou was a native of Baton Rouge, having been born there on March 26, 1932, and lived in New Orleans since 1960. He graduated from Catholic High School in 1949 and earned a BS ...Sat. Dec 02. Funeral service. Gentilly Baptist Church. 5141 Franklin Ave, New Orleans, LA 70122. Authorize the original obituary. Authorize the publication of the original written obituary with the accompanying photo. Allow Timothy D Sams to be recognized more easily. Increase the accessibility of loved ones to show you their sympathy.Joyce Olivia Reed-Cunningham surrendered peacefully to God's call to come home on Monday, October 30, 2023. She was a wife, active and devoted mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and great-great-grandmother. Joyce was a loving daughter, born on June 2, 1934 in New Orleans, LA to the late Nathaniel H., Sr. and …Kenneth Harris Obituary. Kenneth "Wolf Dog" Harris was born in New Orleans, La to the union of Mr. James and Elaine Harris Sr. On Thursday April 4, 2019 God called him Home to rest.Published by The New Orleans Advocate from Jul. 13 to Jul. 14, 2018. 34465541-95D0-45B0-BEEB-B9E0361A315A To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store .We would like to show you a description here but the site won't allow us.Marguerite Redwine Obituary. Marguerite Sheehan Redwine, 79, of New Orleans, died June 12, 2023, after a short illness, her children Anna Marie Redwine and John Robert Redwine, at her side. Preceded in death by her husband Robert Allan Redwine. Marguerite was born on September 11, 1943, in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, to the late Helen Marie Wise ...Mar 16, 2023 · A Mass of Christian burial honoring the life and legacy of the late Mr. Harold W. "Tuffy" Jackson will be held at the St. Katharine Drexel Chapel on the campus of Xavier University of Louisiana, 3932 Pine Street, New Orleans, LA 70125 on Saturday, March 18, 2023 at 10:30 am. Interment Mount Olivet Cemetery.Click or call (800) 729-8809. View New Orleans obituaries on Legacy, the most timely and comprehensive collection of local obituaries for New Orleans, Louisiana, updated regularly throughout the ...Nicholas Adams Obituary. Nick Adams passed away on Monday, November 6, 2023, at the age of 80. He was born October 6, 1943, in New Orleans, Louisiana to the late Hubert Freeland Adams and Helena Richmond Adams. He is survived by his wife, Jean Thomas Adams of Zachary, LA, their son, Eric Freeland Adams and wife Irga "Rain" of …20419 Hwy 36. Covington, Louisiana. Ronald Schoen Obituary. Ronald Patrick Schoen passed from this life on Monday, August 12, 2013 at his home in Covington at 55 years of age. Mr. Schoen was a native of New Orleans and resident of Covington for 15 years. He was a successful financial advisor and graduate of Ecole Classique High School and Our ...Roberta Blanchard Obituary. Roberta Terrance Blanchard entered into eternal rest on March 9, 2024 at the age of 94. Visitation Saturday, March 16, 2024 9:00 am until religious service at 11:00 am, Greater Bethany Baptist Church, 238 Highway 977, Maringouin, LA. Pastor C. A. Robinson, officiating. Interment Greater Bethany Baptist Church Cemetery.Rev. Dr. Jessie Louis Earls, 1950 - 2023. Reverend Dr. Jessie Louis Earls transitioned to his eternal home, Heaven, on Wednesday, August 16, 2023 at Our Lady of the Lake Regional Medical Center, Baton Rouge. He was born in Woodville, MS on July 11, 1950, to the late James Henry and Paris Dennis Earls, Sr.Franklin Sibley Obituary. Franklin A. Sibley died peacefully in his sleep on Sunday, February 11, 2024. He is preceded in death by his wife, Gloria Boyett Sibley, and his sons, Gary Gene Sibley and Jeffrey Curtis Sibley. ... 2024 at Lake Lawn Metairie Funeral Home, 5100 Pontchartrain Blvd., New Orleans, LA 70124. Visitation will begin at 10:00 ...Raymond Staub Jr. Obituary. Raymond 'Chuck' Staub Jr, 81, passed away on January 6, 2024. He was born on November 14, 1942, in New Orleans, Louisiana. Chuck was a devoted husband, father, and stepfather, and he will be deeply missed by his family and friends. Chuck had a bold personality and was known for his love of Jesus and his family.Peggy Jacobs Obituary. Peggy Rabinowitz Jacobs, age 80 years, passed away on January 19, 2022, from progression of her illness that she battled for many years. ... 6227 St. Charles Avenue, New Orleans, LA 70118, templesinainola.org or the Jewish Community Center Alzheimer Care and Enrichment Program, 5342 St. Charles Avenue, New Orleans ...New Orleans, LA 70122 on Thursday, December 7, 2023, at 10:00 a.m. Interment at St. Louis Cemetery #3, 3421 Esplanade Ave., New Orleans, LA 70119. Charbonnet Labat Glapion, Directors (504) 581-4411. To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store. Published by The Times-Picayune from Dec. 2 to Dec. 6, 2023.Apr 28, 2024 · New Orleans Obituaries. 16664 Obituaries. Search obituaries and death notices from New Orleans, Louisiana, brought to you by Echovita.com. Discover detailed obituaries, access complete funeral service information, and express your feelings by leaving condolence messages. You can also send flowers or thoughtful gifts to commemorate your loved ones.230 Monroe St. Gretna, Louisiana. Steve Williams Obituary. Steve Williams, age 36, Dean of Students at Edna Karr High School, passed away on Wednesday, April 17, 2024, at Ochsner Medical Center Main Campus. He was a native and resident of New Orleans, LA. Steve was a graduate of Heritage Academy High School and Oakwood University.Lake Lawn Metairie Funeral Home & Cemeteries. Alexander James Roy ("Alex") passed away peacefully on November 20, 2023. He was born at Southern Baptist Hospital in New Orleans, LA on November 6, 1993. Alex was as gleeful, energetic, and charismatic as a child as he was as an adult. He attended St. Andrew the Apostle School in Algiers for ...