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James L. Mr. Abraham

James L. Mr. Abraham

Oct 9, 2017

JAMES ABRAHAM affectionately known as Dan'O, was born on June 21, 1952 to Ozzie and Mary Lee Gray Abraham in Tallulah, Louisiana. He attended school in Tallulah and Monroe, Louisiana. On October 9, 2017, James Abraham, departed this earthly life and entered into rest. He was preceded in death by his father, mother, and one sister, Elizabeth and one brother,...

Margarite Mrs. Williams

Margarite Mrs. Williams

Oct 9, 2017

We mourn the loss and Celebrate the Life and Legacy of Mrs. Margarite Williams 82, of Shreveport, La. Please keep the Williams Family lifted in your prayers. To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Mrs. Margarite Williams, please visit our floral store.

Vickie Smith Ms. Marshall

Vickie Smith Ms. Marshall

Oct 9, 2017

The funeral for Vickie Marshall, a friend to many in the Shreveport arts community, will be at 8:30 a.m. Saturday at Mt. Moriah Baptist Church, 3985 LA-5 in Frierson. A reception will follow at the Central Artstation at 801 Crockett St. Marshall died Monday of lung cancer. She was was 52. Vickie Marshall, who mentored many in the Shreveport arts...

Moochie Mr. Jackson, Jr.

Moochie Mr. Jackson, Jr.

Oct 9, 2017

M. T. Jackson Jr. was born on August 30, 1947 in Nederland, Texas to M. T. Jackson Sr. and Mary Lee Jackson. M. T. accepted Christ as a young adult. Moving to Minden, Louisiana, he continued his faith as he attended Gladstone Baptist Church. M. T. retired as a truck driver and heavy machinery operator for over 45 years. After...

Vergie A. Mrs. Robinson

Vergie A. Mrs. Robinson

Oct 6, 2017

On October 6, 2017 It is a fact that life is uncertain but death is sure. Since we are born to die, we are to watch, pray and be ready to answer Gods call. Sister Vergie Allen Robinson, was born January 12, 1931 to the late David Allen and Creasie Allen in Waskom, Texas. She accepted Christ at an early...

Betty Jean Riley Mrs. Holmes

Betty Jean Riley Mrs. Holmes

Oct 6, 2017

Sister Betty Jean Riley Holmes was born May 7, 1937 to the parentage of the late Mr. Jessie Riley and Mrs. Mattie Newson Rile of Caddo Parish, Louisiana. Betty confessed and accepted Christ at the age of 12 years old. She was baptized at the Mt. Olive Baptist Church in Shreveport, Louisiana where she was a faithful member in the...

Benny Lee Mr. Levingston

Benny Lee Mr. Levingston

Oct 4, 2017

We mourn the loss and Celebrate the Life and Legacy of Mr. Benny Livingston 69, of Shreveport, La. Please keep the Livingston family lifted in your Prayers. To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Mr. Benny Lee Levingston, please visit our floral store.

Lavon Mr. Jackson

Lavon Mr. Jackson

Oct 3, 2017

We mourn the loss and Celebrate the Life and Legacy 80, Shreveport, La.Please keep the Jackson Family lifted in your prayers. To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Mr. Lavon Jackson, please visit our floral store.

Donald Wayne Mr. Washington

Donald Wayne Mr. Washington

Oct 2, 2017

Donald Wayne Washington was born to Ethel Washington in Natchitoches, La on June 17, 1948 he attended Central High School and Grambling State University while in college he was the drum major of the marching band, Donald enjoyed reading and building things. He is preceded in death by his mother; Ethel Washington, and one sibling; Morrel Washington. Donald leaves to...

Cleo Mrs. Graham-Jones

Cleo Mrs. Graham-Jones

Oct 2, 2017

We mourn the loss and Celebrate the Life and Legacy of Mrs. Cleo Jones 91, of Shreveport, La. Please keep the Jones Family lifted in your prayers. To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Mrs. Cleo Graham-Jones, please visit our floral store.

Kennedy Wayne Mr. Crosswell

Kennedy Wayne Mr. Crosswell

Oct 2, 2017

We mourn the loss and Celebrate the Life and Legacy of Mr. Kennedy Wayne Crosswell 56, of Alexandria, La.Services are Private. Please keep the Crosswell Family lifted in your prayers. To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Mr. Kennedy Wayne Crosswell, please visit our floral store.

Mary Mrs. Leftridge

Mary Mrs. Leftridge

Oct 1, 2017

We mourn the loss and Celebrate the Life and Legacy of Mary Leftridge 77, of Shreveport, La.Please keep the Leftridge Family lifted in your prayers. To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Mrs. Mary Leftridge, please visit our floral store.

Marvin W. Mr. Stratton, Sr.

Marvin W. Mr. Stratton, Sr.

Oct 1, 2017

MARVIN W. STRATTON, SR. was born March 28, 1944 to Mr. Otis Stratton and Mrs. Annette Stratton. Marvin was a graduate of Second Ward High School in Gloster, Louisiana. Before he retired from AT&T of 32 years, he was employed at Goud Battery and the Ammunition Plant. With honor and integrity, he served our Country for 33 years, in which...

Barbara O. Mrs. Varner

Barbara O. Mrs. Varner

Sep 30, 2017

Barbara was born on October 10, 1943 in Houston, Texas, she joined the Army and served in the Vietnam War. She was a member of Willow Chute Missionary Baptist Church. She leaves to cherish her memories: her children; Vorease and Jonathan, two grandchildren: Jadyn and Joshua, one sister: Peggy Snowden and a host of other relatives and friends. We mourn...

Sally L. Mrs. Smith

Sally L. Mrs. Smith

Sep 29, 2017

We mourn the loss and Celebrate the Life and Legacy of Mrs. Sally L. Smith 79, of Shreveport, La.Please keep the Smith Family lifted in your prayers. To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Mrs. Sally L. Smith, please visit our floral store.

Yumeki Ms. Von Franks

Yumeki Ms. Von Franks

Sep 29, 2017

Miss Yumeki "Meki" Von Franks, daughter of Lem D. Sr and Clemetine Franks, was born January 14, 1976 in Lansing, Michigan. Meki was born with impairments that limited what we define as a "full productive life." Doctors stated she wouldn't live past the age of 2 or 3. BUT GOD! Then when she reached that age they said age 10....

Odessa Mrs. Richardson

Odessa Mrs. Richardson

Sep 29, 2017

We mourn the loss and Celebrate the Life and Legacy of Mrs. Odessa Richardson 79, of Benton, La. Please keep the Richardson Family lifted in your prayer. To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Mrs. Odessa Richardson, please visit our floral store.

Geneva Loyd Mrs. Johnson

Geneva Loyd Mrs. Johnson

Sep 28, 2017

Geneva was born January 8, 1931 in Bellevue, Louisiana to Irene Shepard Loyd and Edgar Loyd. She transitioned peacefully to her heavenly home in the care of her loving daughter Pauline Johnson Walker in Shreveport, Louisiana. Geneva was educated in Shreveport and lived a life devoted to her family and friends. She always called or visited to check on family...

Patricia Lacour Mrs. Johnson

Patricia Lacour Mrs. Johnson

Sep 28, 2017

We mourn the loss and Celebrate the Life and Legacy of Mrs. Patricia Lacour Johnson 66, of Shreveport, La.Please keep the Johnson Family lifted in your prayers. To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Mrs. Patricia Lacour Johnson, please visit our floral store.

Sarah C. Mrs. Taylor

Sarah C. Mrs. Taylor

Sep 27, 2017

We mourn the loss and Celebrate the Life and Legacy of Mrs. Sarah C. Taylor 90, of Shreveport, La. Please keep the Taylor Family lifted in your prayers. To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Mrs. Sarah C. Taylor, please visit our floral store.

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