Johnnie Ruth Morton Stennett, 92, went to be with the Lord on September 11, 2020. Visitation was held from 9:00 a.m. until 10:45 a.m. on September 19, 2020, at Beulah Baptist Church, 3417 Highway 481, Mansfield, Louisiana. Funeral services honoring the life of Mrs. Stennett followed at 11:00 a.m. Officiating at the service was Rev. Mack Black. Interment was held at Beulah Baptist Church Cemetery.

Mrs. Stennett was born February 24, 1928, in Mansfield, Louisiana, to the late James M. Morton, Sr. and Pauline Norris Morton. She was a graduate of Oak Grove High School in De Soto Parish, Louisiana. While residing in Hot Springs Village, Arkansas, she was a member of Barcelona Road Baptist Church. She was a retired nurse, an avid reader and a huge sports fan.

Preceding her in death were her husband William Alfred Stennett, son Wayne Stennett, father James M. Morton Sr., mothers Pauline Norris Morton and Madge Worsham Morton, brother James M. Morton, Jr. sisters Helen Elliott, Kathryn M. Delouche, Raye Gamble and Doris Meredith.

Those left behind to cherish her memory are son Lynn Stennett and wife, Karen, granddaughter Renee’ Swain, grandson Shelby Stennett, great granddaughter Shyanne Swain, great-great granddaughter Brielle Renee’ Jackson, brother Bill Morton, sisters, Martha Sayers and husband Joe, Fran Norwood and husband Bryan, and numerous other relatives.

Pallbearers were Bryan Norwood, Joe Sayers, David Delouche, Seth Meredith, Teddy Ray Basco and Dennis Choate. Memorial contributions may be made to the Louisiana Baptist Children’s Home, 7200 Desiard Street, Monroe, Louisiana 71203 or Pelican Baptist Church, in care of Pam Hesser, treasurer, 7696 Highway 513, Pelican, Louisiana 71063.

Rhodie Golden, age 75, passed away peacefully with his family by his side on September 13, 2020 in Mansfield, Louisiana.

Funeral services honoring the life of Rhodie were held at 2:00 p.m. on Wednesday, September 16, 2020 at Rose-Neath Funeral Home in Mansfield, Louisiana. Officiating at the service was Bro. Chucky Clark. Interment followed the service at Cassell Cemetery in Converse, Louisiana. A visitation was held on Tuesday, September 15, 2020 at the funeral home from 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m.

Rhodie was born on April 4, 1945 in Converse, Louisiana to the late Homer and Pearl Golden. He was a truck driver for years that loved to tell a good joke to anyone who would listen.

He was preceded in death by his parents; two sons, Stacy Golden and TJ McCall; one brother, EC Golden; five sisters, Mary Thurkill, Jeanette Ross, Adele Roberts, Beatrice Manshack, and Elsie Mouser.

He is survived by his loving wife of 29 years, Paulette Golden of Converse, LA; one daughter. Laura Yarbrough and husband Ronnie of Carmel, LA; four sons, James Golden and wife Jeanie of Zwolle, LA, Donny Spillyards and wife Margaret of Converse, LA, Walter Spillyards Jr. and wife Kristy of Converse, LA and Danny Spillyards of Converse, LA; 11 grandchildren, Katie Wilkerson and husband Kyle of Carmel, LA, Emery Yarbrough of Mansfield, LA, Brittani Figueiredo and husband Tres Paul of Shreveport, LA, Scott Golden of Frierson, LA, Amanda Spillyards of Converse, LA, Amber Spillyards of Keithville, LA, Jennifer Cutrer and husband Phillip of Many, LA, Danette Rodgers and husband Andrew of Converse, LA, Jason Spillyards of Franklin, LA, James Ray Campbell of Converse, LA, and Logan Spillyards of Converse, LA. He has nine great-grandchildren that he absolutely adored and a host of family and friends who will truly miss him.

Honoring Rhodie as pallbearers were Emery Yarbrough, Donny Spillyards, James Ray Campbell, Joseph Page, Amber Spillyards, and Andrew Rodgers.

Serving as honorary pallbearers were Scott Golden and Kyle Wilkerson.

The family would like to thank DeSoto Retirement for their love and care for the past nine years. Special thanks to Ms. Linda, Ms. Sharon, Ms. Mary, Carrie Raborn, and so many more that truly loved him.

On Friday, Aug 28th, 2020, Tammie Rambin Phillips, loving wife and mother, went home to be with our Heavenly Father, at the age of 55.

Tammie was born on November 5, 1964 in Mansfield, LA to Danny and Remona Rambin. Tammie later made her home in Central Louisiana with her loving husband, Tony Phillips.

She dedicated her life to her love of children, working with numerous charities and foundations, especially advocating for children with special needs.

Tammie served her community as a Real Estate Agent, receiving countless awards and recognitions throughout her career. She loved helping people in all capacities and was much loved by all that knew her. She was most proud of her role as a wife, mother and grandmother, and loved spending time with her family.

Tammie loved the outdoors, especially her time spent at the beach with her loved ones. She was known for many things; her beautiful smile, her quick wit and infectious laughter, and her fierce protectiveness of her family. She will be remembered for her courage and her enormous capacity for love. Tammie’s legacy of love will live on in the hearts of all that were blessed by her presence in their lives. ?

Left to cherish her memory is her husband of 34 years, Tony Phillips; daughter, Danielle Hatfield; son Jacob Anthony Phillips; her parents; sister Allison Morris; and 2 brothers Scott Rambin and wife, Donnia and Donald Rambin; and 2 grandchildren, Trenton and Briar Hatfield.

A Memorial Visitation honoring Tammie’s life was held on Monday, Aug. 31, 2020 at Charlet Funeral Home Inc. in Zachary from 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. with a Rite of Christian Inurnment at 7:30 p.m., and a Celebration of Life was held on Saturday, September 5, 2020 at True Vine Venue in Mansfield, La. at 6:00 p.m.

Graveside services for Virginia “Jen” Fegley Dickerson were held Sunday, August 30, 2020 at 3:00 p.m. at Centuries Memorial Park, 3301 Mansfield Road, Shreveport, Louisiana. Reverend Marc Roath officiated the service.

Jen was born on November 7, 1947 to Earnest Fegley, Sr. and Frances Brown Fegley in Mansfield, Louisiana and passed away Tuesday, August 25, 2020 in Shreveport, Louisiana.

Jen was a longtime member of Calvary Baptist Church in Shreveport. She was an active member of the “Pastor Class” Sunday school class and loved singing the hymns every Sunday. Jen loved collecting dolls and stuffed animals, reading, doing puzzles and making ceramics. She was known for her huge heart, and always had a hug for every little baby. Jen took care of her mother, Ms. Frances, until they both moved into The Glen. Jen was an avid LSU fan, and she always made time to watch her favorite television show, “Gun Smoke”.

Left to cherish Jen’s memories are her brother Earnest Fegley, Jr. and his wife, Rita; nephews, Trey and Brint Fegley; niece, Robin Lewis; aunt, Lelia “Pop” Parker and many other extended friends and family.

Jen’s family would like to thank the entire staff at The Glen for the compassionate care they gave to Jen.

Funeral services honoring the life of Jason Edward Sant, 42, were held at 2:00 p.m. on Wednesday, September 23, 2020 at Hunter Magnolia Baptist Church in Mansfield, Louisiana. Officiating the service was Bro. Amador Santos and family. Interment followed at Magnolia Memorial Park Cemetery. A visitation was held at Rose-Neath Funeral Home in Mansfield on Tuesday, September 22, 2020 from 5:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m.

Jason was born on July 13, 1978 in Jackson, Mississippi to Jimmy Edward Sant and Rebecca Lou Smith Sant. He entered into eternal rest on September 18, 2020 in Mansfield, Louisiana.

He is preceded in death by his mother, Rebecca Lou Sant; paternal grandparents, Joseph E. Sant and Lessie Floyd Sant; maternal grandparents, Mary Evelyn Smith “Nanny” and Emmitt Rex Smith; father-in-law, Bruce E. Temple.

Jason is survived by his wife, Tabitha Temple Sant; father, Jimmy E. Sant; mother-in-law, Sherri Temple; son, Jarren E. Sant; daughters, Kendal Lynn Sant and Kori Jayse Sant; sisters, Christy Sant and Brooke Hancock and husband Seth Hancock; along with a host of nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends.

Honoring Jason as pallbearers were Clint Sant, Jarren Sant, Johnathan Hatley, Jon Ryan Temple, Shawn Crowley, and Alan Wayne Palmer.

Serving as honorary pallbearers were Dusty Sant, Michael Sant, Hayden Phillips, Dalton Temple, and Rylan Temple.

Jason was a loving husband, father, son, and brother. He always had a smile on his face and loved to laugh. Jason didn’t have a filter and said whatever was on his mind, good or bad. He loved playing with his babies; they were his whole world. He was a family man. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, and being outdoors. He had a green thumb like his daddy and loved to grow plants. Jason was, and is, loved by many. He was an excellent respiratory therapist and was always there to back up his colleagues. His love and dedication to his family, friends, and patients was admirable. He was a God-Fearing family man and his loss will never be filled.

A memorial service for Captain Carol J Tyler, US Army, Ret is scheduled for Wednesday, Oct 7, 2020 at Bethel United Methodist Church near Logansport, LA. Rev. Frances Freeman, a high school classmate, will give the eulogy. An honor guard from Ft. Polk will provide military honors.

Ms. Mary Louise In Memorial

REMEMBERING GOD’S PHENOMENAL WOMAN

Mary Louise Waines Henderson departed this life to the embrace of the Lord, Wednesday, September 16, 2020. She was preceded in death by her parents, sister, brother, nephew, grandmother “Big Mama” Ethel, her namesakes Aunt Mary Smith and Aunt Louise Taylor. She leaves a legacy of faith, family and love!

Those left to cherish her loving and unforgettable memory are her beloved, devoted daughter, Leta Ann of Shreveport, LA; goddaughters Bertha Vanzant of Mansfield, LA and attorney Brenda Ford-Mustiful of Stonewall, LA; sister-in-law, Paula Waines; adoring nieces, La-Tanya and Brittany of Denver, CO: special first cousin Melonda Kaye of Grand Prairie, TX; grand-dog Tobe (who she loved dearly), god-sister Bennie M. Scott of Shreveport, LA; the Mary Springfield Baptist Church Family; the Powell family; Elite Women’s Club sisters; V. A. Gardner Chapter #151; Order of the Eastern Star members; DeSoto Retired Teachers Club sisters; DPTS Mansfield Chapter members; Mansfield-Grambling Alumni Chapter members; DeSoto Parish Training School classmates of 1954; and many other relatives and dear, dear friends.

Mary Louise Waines Henderson, a proud octogenarian, was a loving, faithful, God fearing Christian woman who stayed on the battlefield; trusting and depending on the Lord “til the end!” She was the first child of three born to the union of the late Roy Hamilton Waines and Lola Bell Santifer Waines on October 4, 1934 in Converse (Sabine Parish), Louisiana.

Mary Louise was a member of the Mary Springfield Baptist Church, Benson, Louisiana for over seventy years. She was truly a willing worker in the Army of the Lord, singing in the choir, Sunday School Superintendent, and doing whatever needed to be done to glorify the Lord.

She was a compassionate, hard working woman whose life was an inspiration and whose memory, a benediction. She received her early education in the public schools of Sabine and DeSoto Parishes, and received her B.S. from Grambling College in Grambling, Louisiana. Mary Louise taught at Johnson Elementary School in Mansfield and during public schools initial integration was transferred to Logansport Rosenwald Elementary School where she taught until her retirement. She thoroughly enjoyed teaching and was a teacher extraordinaire!

Mary Louise loved her family, her church, cooking and fishing. She was the true definition of a virtuous woman, caring for her household and others. Anytime you stopped by her house, if there was nothing cooked, she could always prepare a scrumptious delicious meal in record time. She was extremely giving and touched the lives of many.

Officiating at her graveside service at Mary Springfield Cemetery in Benson, LA on September 21, 2020 was Elder Levert Henderson, Deacon Albert Williams prayed with scripture reading by Rev. Odell Pennywell. Elder Levert Henderson, who also said the benediction, spoke words of comfort.

Bearing the pall were Thomas Jones, Donald Mayweather, Tony Jones, Clifford Ross, Victor Jones, and Charles Simond, Jr. Services were conducted under the direction of Patterson Purvis Mortuary.

“Blessed are those who die in the Lord; they may rest from their labors, and their good deeds follow them.” Revelation 14:13

Mary Louise leaves a legacy of faith, family and Love!

“She lit a candle to spread Love; her life was not in vain.”

Heaven’s Garden Holds a New Bloom

Funeral services celebrating the life of Virgil Edward Denmon, 85, were held at 12:00 p.m. Monday, October 5, 2020 at Rose-Neath Funeral Home, 2500 Southside Dr., Shreveport, Louisiana. A visitation with the family was held Sunday, October 4, 2020 from 4:00 p.m. until 6:00 p.m. Pastor Denny Duron, Frances Duron and Pastor Brian Opbroek officiating.

Edward was born on August 19, 1935 in Frierson, Louisiana to Virgil Monroe Denmon and Ivy Azalee Prudhome Denmon and passed away surrounded by his family September 28, 2020 in Shreveport, Louisiana. After graduating from Stonewall High School, Edward went on to work in the steel industry as a Lead Salesman for 53 years. He enjoyed being a part of Shreveport Community Church where he sang in the choir, served as an usher and was a member of the Wise and Wonderful group. Edward was an avid fan of football and took great pride in spending time with his grandchildren. His family took delight in his colorful stories and knowledge of his family tree.

Edward was preceded in death by his parents; first wife Edith Faye May Denmon and sister Melba Fisher. He is survived by his spouse, Della Faye Keith Denmon; daughter, Lisa Kaye and husband Ross Poste; granddaughter, Allyce and husband Zach Cisneros; greatgrandchildren, Eliza and Nolan Cisneros; step-grandchildren Aaron and Alicia Poste; brother Alvin and wife Cindy Denmon; sister Doris and husband Bruce Bordelon, and a host of other family members.

Honoring Edward as pallbearers were Bart Bordelon, Reagan Bordelon, Mike Boyett, Jeff Brown, Danny Carter, and Calvin Millender. Serving as honorary pallbearers were the Shreveport Community Church Usher Team.

In lieu of flowers, the family asks donations be made to Evangel Academy, 7425 Broadacres Rd in Shreveport, Louisiana.

Celebrating the life of Jimmy Ray Sims Sr., 63, of Mansfield, LA.

Jimmy went to be with his Lord and Savior on September 25,2020 at his home in Mansfield. Graveside services were held at The Double Churches and Grove Hill Cemetery, just outside of Mansfield, on October 1, 2020. A slide show of Jimmy’s life began at 9:00 a.m. with services immediately following at 10:00 a.m.

Jimmy was born on November 1, 1956 in Citronelle, Alabama to parents Clyde Willis Sims Sr. and Laura Louise Sims.

Jimmy’s dad worked in the oilfield and they moved across the southern states to Grand Cane, LA, where he grew up playing football, baseball, riding his horse Rebel, and taking an occasional dirt road or two. His first love was a hot rod. He was a lifelong Mopar man and LSU fan. He followed in his daddy’s footsteps and worked in the oilfield. Jimmy believed in working hard and doing the best that you can. He loved everything about working with his hands and believed that it was a way of life and was proud to be a roughneck.

In 1973, Jimmy married the love of his life Darlene K Arie of Mansfield, LA. The two would go on to be married for 46 years and 10 months. During those years Darlene gave birth to three boys, Jimmy Sims Jr., Marion Henry Sims, and Jesse Garon Sims. Jimmy was a proud father, devoted husband, and true believer of Jesus Christ. He lived his life to the fullest and believed in his family and the value of his last name. The day Jimmy became Papaw was one of the best days of his life. He was a grandfather to 9 grandchildren and a great grandfather to 9 great grandchildren. Each and every grandchild had their own spot in Papaw’s heart. He was proud to be a Sims and proud of the family God had given him.

Jimmy was loved by many and he never knew the impact that he made on so many of his friends and family’s lives. Papaw’s stories and tall tales will live on forever in our hearts and memories to be told to our families for years to come.

He was preceded in death by his daddy, Clyde Willis Sims Sr., mother Laura Louise Sims, brother Don Sims, sister Doris Arabie, great grandchildren Cameron Sims, Carson Sims, and special sisters-in-law Debbie Arie McDonald and Marilyn Arie Hunter.

Jimmy is survived by his wife Darlene K Sims; his sons Jimmy Ray Sims Jr. and wife Sally, Marion Henry Sims and wife Jo Lynn, and Jesse Garon Sims; brothers Clyde Willis “Skipper” Sims Jr. and Richard Sims; sisters Mable Bedsole, Helen Grounds, and Patsy Robinson; grandchildren Dana Rushton, Dustin Sims, Aaron Sims, Ty Sims, Brittney Sims, Laura Sims, Clyde Sims, Rhiannon Sims, and Jessica Sims; and great- grandchildren Cayden Rushton, Gracelyn Sims, Gunner Sims, Maicee Sims, Alaina Sims, Kaida Sims, and Ryker Rushton in addition to a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.

Lodwrick Monroe Cook, III., a successful businessman and philanthropist, passed away Sept. 28 in Sherman Oaks, California at the age of 92.

A Louisiana native, growing up in Grand Cane, Mr. Cook received BS degrees in Mathematics in 1950 and Petroleum Engineering in 1955 at Louisiana State University, the latter after a tour of duty in the US Army as a First Lieutenant stationed in Germany. Later, while working, he finished an MBA program at Southern Methodist University in 1965.

Mr. Cook’s professional career began in 1956 as an engineering trainee with Atlantic Richfield Company (ARCO). He quickly ascended the corporate ladder, eventually becoming the CEO and Chairman of the Board. Under his leadership, ARCO was hailed as the Best-Managed U.S. Company, with profit margins approached by few and returns on equity equaled by none. In 1988 he was featured on the cover of Forbes magazine for his negotiating skills and leadership. After 39 years with ARCO, he retired in 1995 and was named Chairman Emeritus. From 1998 to 2002, Mr. Cook was Co-Chairman of Global Crossing, Ltd. which built the first global fiber-optic telecommunications network connecting over 200 cities. Most recently, Mr. Cook served as Chairman of NeuroSigma, Inc., a medical device company approved by the FDA for pediatric treatment of ADHD with future additional uses in development. Mr. Cook served as a director on numerous additional boards including Lockheed-Martin Corporation, Litex, Inc. and Castle & Cooke. Mr. Cook was also a Trustee of the Aspen Institute.

Mr. Cook’s connection to LSU remained strong. He served on the LSU Alumni Association Board of Directors for 27 years. He made the lead gift for the construction of the Lod Cook Alumni Center, dedicated on May 20, 1994. The LSU community, along with former U.S Presidents Gerald Ford, Jimmy Carter, and George H.W. Bush, and Louisiana Governor Edwin Edwards, celebrated the opening of the new facility, which he envisioned would open doors for many alumni and future graduates. Mr. Cook and his wife, Carole made the lead gift for construction of the Lod & Carole Cook Conference Center, also known as The Cook Hotel located on the LSU campus. The facility, the only privately owned and operated alumni association hotel in the country, was dedicated on Oct. 21, 2001. Mr. Cook was named a Louisiana Legend by Louisiana Public Broadcasting in 1995. Mr. Cook’s philanthropy had a particular focus on education, youth and minority programs. He was a Trustee of the George Bush Presidential Library Foundation and former Chairman and Lifetime Trustee of the Ronald Reagan Presidential Foundation. He was also a member of the Chancellor’s Court of Benefactors at Oxford University in England, and served on the board of advisors of the Carter Center of Emory University Board of Directors. In 1994, upon appointment by HM Queen Elizabeth II, Mr. Cook was invested by Prince Charles with the insignia of Honorary Knight Commander of the Most Excellent Order of the British Empire (KBE) for his contribution to Anglo-American relations and support for philanthropic projects around the world. In 2001, the Points of Light Foundation presented Mr. Cook with the first George Bush Corporate Leadership Award for his leadership role in supporting employee volunteerism and corporate citizenship.

Since 1970 Mr. Cook and his family have resided in the Los Angeles area. His local community interests include serving as a member of the Library Foundation of Los Angeles (of which he was Founder Chairman) and Life Regent of Pepperdine University. Mr. Cook also had a long association with Junior Achievement having been former National Chairman and Trustee from 1987-1989 and was National Director Emeritus. In 2000 he was inducted into the Junior Achievement Business Hall of Fame.

His financial contributions and work with the Library Foundation of Los Angeles led to the dedication of the Lodwrick Cook Rotunda in the library’s downtown Los Angeles location. Mr. Cook received the Golden Plate Award and was inducted into the American Academy of Achievement in 1992.

Mr. Cook was presented by Sigma Chi with the Significant Sig award in 1979 and later the Semi Century Sig for 50 years of membership. He also holds an Honorary Doctor of Science from LSU Agricultural and Mechanical College, was elected to the LSU College of Engineering Hall of Distinction, Honorary Doctor of Civil Law from St. Augustine College, Honorary Doctor of Laws from Pepperdine University, Honorary Doctor of Laws from Cal Lutheran University and Honorary Doctor of Humane Letters from Cal State Dominguez Hills.

Mr. Cook was honored with over 500 awards, commendations, certificates and proclamations throughout his lifetime.

Mr. Cook was married for 35 years to his beloved wife Carole who passed away in 2010. He is survived by his first wife, five children, and ten grandchildren who will celebrate his life for the rest of theirs.

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A private family funeral honoring the life of Edward L. Evans, 85, of Mansfield, LA, was held at 2:00 p.m. on Monday, October 19, 2020, at Calvary Baptist Church in Mansfield. Burial immediately followed at Sloan Cemetery next to the church.

Public visitation with the family was held on Sunday, October 18, 2020, from 5:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. at Roseneath Funeral Home in Mansfield.

Edward was born on September 8, 1935, to Jim and Melvy Smith Evans. He was reared in Benson, LA. Edward was a graduate of Pelican High School in Pelican, LA. He served his country as a member of the United States Army and was stationed in Japan. He was a journeyman millwright by trade and retired from his formal work life with Halliburton at the International Paper Mill in Mansfield in 2005. He had a gentle soul and enjoyed working with cattle, gardening, feeding his dogs, cats, rabbits, goldfish, raccoons, pet alligator and several other critters he made into friends. He was a hard worker, and he created “projects” all of the time. He found joy watching the LSU Tigers play football and playing the Louisiana Lottery. He spent many hours “pilfering,” and he was master at this trade. He also found great joy taking naps in his truck under the trees on family property on HWY 509 in Mansfield.

Edward was preceded in death by his parents, infant brother Lester Evans, brothers Gorden Evans, Gene Evans and Curtis Evans.

He is survived by his wife, Marjorie Parault Evans. They were married 63 years, 5 months, and 10 days. She was the love of his life, mother of his children, his favorite cook and his chief debate partner. He is also survived by his sister, Doris Latham and husband, Ronnie, of Benson, LA; sisters-in-law, Helen Dull of Haughton, LA, and Mary Hinkie Ladd of Mansfield, LA; daughters, Lisa Jenkins and husband, Ned, of Converse, LA; Debbie Brewer and husband, Bruce, of Tishomingo, OK; son, Bryan Evans and wife, Veronica, of Stonewall, LA; grandchildren, Melisa Burr, Ray Allen Meshell, Clinton Jenkins, Amber Jenkins, Christina Brewer, Haze Hickman, Kaylee Hickman, Christian Evans and Aaron Evans; greatgrandchildren, Logan Meshell, Daniel Gandy, Jr., Aidan Bremer and Aubrey Jenkins.

Pallbearers were grandchildren. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorial contributions be made to a charity of the donor’s choice.

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Funeral services honoring the life of Mary Evelyn Angele Poarch were held at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, October 15, 2020 at Rose-Neath Funeral Home in Mansfield, Louisiana. Officiating the service was Rev. Thumper Miller. Interment followed the service at Highland Cemetery. The family received friends at the Rose-Neath Chapel on Thursday from 10:00 a.m. until time of service.

Mary was born June 25, 1934 to Edwin and Claire Angele and entered into rest on October 11, 2020 at the age of 86 in Mansfield, Louisiana.

Preceding Mary in death are her parents, sister, Shirley Ann Angele, brother Milton Angele and her sister in law Erline Angele.

She is survived by her sons, Charles (Chuck) Poarch and wife Kelly; Richard Zimmerman and wife Valerie; step-children, Rickey Poarch, Tony Poarch, Cindy Harville and husband Rod, and Teresa Graves and husband Bubba; sisters, Kay Angele, Judy Angele and Betty Stalder, along with one brother, Herbert Angele; 4 grandchildren, several great grandchildren and a host of other family and friends.

Mary’s family and friends honored her as pallbearers.

Funeral services honoring the life of David Lilley, 86, were held at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, October 17, 2020 at Rose-Neath Funeral Home in Mansfield, Louisiana. Officiating the service was Rev. Jimmy Lilley with interment following the service at Oak Grove Cemetery in Converse, La.

A visitation was held in the Chapel from 5:00 p.m. -8:00 p.m. on Friday October 16, 2020.

Walter was born on October 11, 1934 in Converse, La to Sidney and Myrtice Dans Lilley, and entered into eternal rest on October 12, 2020 in Nashville, Tennessee.

Preceding David in death are his parents, wife: Ina Lee Lilley, one sister, Pauline, and 10 brothers, William, Oda, Marshall, SL, Douglas, Frank, Maurice, Sampson, Charles and Johnny.

He is survived by his daughters, Elizabeth Watkins, Pamela Graves and Rebecca Graves; 4 brothers Raymond Lilley, Jimmy Dan Lilley, Joseph Lilley and Eddy Lilley; 5 grandchildren, Shane Freeman, Joshua Graves, Paige Owens, Miles McClain and Adrianna Vickers along with 5 greatgrandchildren, Logan, Paisley and Lily Graves, and Wyatt and Amelia Owens, and a wee little one on the way.

Honoring David as pallbearers were Shane Lilley, Chris Lilley, Jason Lilley, Brian Cox, Scott Brumley and Wayde Lilley

Ben Johnson, III. passed away peacefully at his home on October 21, 2020. Mr. Ben, as he was known, was born on December 24, 1925 to Sadie Prothro Johnson and Walter Fair Johnson, Sr. at Cottage Grove Plantation. He was preceded in death by his wife, Jen Rives Johnson, his brother, Walter Fair Johnson, Jr. and his nephew, Richard T. Johnson.

Left to cherish his memory is his daughter, Mary V. Gibbs and son-in-law Troy; his nephew, Walter Fair Johnson, III and numerous great nieces and nephews.

Mr. Ben attended Byrd High School and continued on to the U.S. Naval Academy, graduating in 1947. He served 4 years on a Navy destroyer in the Korean War.

He was married 43 years to Jen Rives Johnson, and they had one child, Mary V. Gibbs and husband Troy.

Mr. Ben worked in the family syrup and grocery business before working for Nabors Drilling as a geologist for 27 years. He was a cattleman, timberman, and landman in DeSoto and Sabine Parishes for many years. Mr. Ben, along with many other dedicated citizens of the Parish, started Central School in Grand Cane in 1967 serving as president of the board for 8 years. He served as a deacon at Southside Baptist Church for many years. He was an active member of many community organizations. Mr. Ben’s favorite pastime was bird hunting with his favorite family, friends, and dogs.

In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations be made to Northeastern Baptist College, P.O. Box 4600, Bennington, VT 05201, County Line Baptist Church, Friends of India Ministry, 8CR600, Walnut, MS 38683 or a charity of your choice.

Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, all services will be private. Mr. Ben will be buried at Mansfield Cemetery.

Suporia B. Archie-Richardson, better known as Mama, Mother, MotherDear, Granny, Auntie, Cuzn Suporia, Sis Archie, Sis. Richardson stepped into Heaven on Monday,19 October 2020 at Hospice of the Valley in Gilbert, AZ, surrounded by her family and close friends.

Suporia was born 8 April 1926, in Mansfield, LA to Will and Annie Brown. She was the 7th child born out of 13 children. Suporia professed her faith in the Lord, Jesus Christ at the young age of ten years old, and was baptized by her Pastor, Rev. J.H. Forbes, Mt. Olive Baptist Church in Mansfield, LA. Later years, Suporia became active member of the Springhill Baptist Church, Oxford LA. under the leadership of Rev. Joe and Velma Paul. She served in the choir, Vacation Bible School and any ministry that her service was needed.

In October 2018, the Lord spoke to Suporia to relocate to Litchfield Park, AZ with her daughter Connie Archie Walker. Sister Richardson continued her worship at the Antioch C.O.G.I.C Peoria, AZ under the leadership of Dr. Jonathan and Christian Logan. She continued to attend Prayer Service, Sunday morning worship, Bible Study and many other fellowship services where she continued to plant seeds of wisdom to all she met.

To cherish her memories, she is survived by her sons, Douglas Archie (Mansfield, LA) Willie Archie (Delores) Red Oak, Texas, Dannie Archie (Waco, TX); and daughter Connie Archie-Walker (Henry) of Litchfield Park, AZ; her sister Jennie Richardson of Shreveport, LA; goddaughter LaShounda Alexander-Williams of Jacksonville Fl.; Linda Johnson of Mansfield, LA; over 50 grandkids, great-grands and great, great-grands; a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, bonus children all across the world that called her Mama or Grandma, and friend. Her legacy of 5 generations will continue to plant and nourish the seeds that she planted in her 94 years here on earth.

The viewing will be on Friday, 6 November 2020, from 1:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. at Jenkins Funeral Home in Mansfield and on Saturday morning from 9:00 a.m. until 9:45 a.m at Mt. Olive B.C. on Oxford Road. Her Homegoing celebration will be on Saturday, 7 November 2020 at the Mt. Olive B.C, Oxford Road in Mansfield, LA at 10:00 a.m. This will be an outside celebration so please dress accordingly. Mask and social distancing will be required.

In lieu of flowers, the family is asking that you make memorial gifts to the preservations of the campus of All Saints High School in Pelican, LA where she served for over 30 years. Donations can be sent to WEBCORPS Suporia Archie Richardson Memorial Fund; P. O. Box 160; Pelican, LA 71063. For additional information contact Olga Jones at 318-469-2762.

Funeral services honoring the life of Jena Lee Mannies were held at 2:00 p.m. on Thursday, October 22, 2020 at First United Methodist Church in Mansfield, Louisiana. Officiating the service was Rev. Bill McLain and Rev. Dean Register. A visitation with the family was held on Wednesday, October 21, 2020 from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. at Rose-Neath Funeral Home in Mansfield, Louisiana. A private family burial will be held at a later date.

Jena Lee Mannies was born in Homer, Louisiana on August 22, 1950 to Robert Nash Lee and Letha Mary Moore Lee. Her family later moved back to their forever home in Logansport, Louisiana. Jena graduated from Logansport High School, where she was a majorette, homecoming queen, and FFA Sweetheart. She attended Panola College. Jena joined the DeSoto Parish Clerks Office as a deputy clerk in 1976. After spending over 33 years at the Clerk of Court’s Office, she was later sworn in and served as Chief Deputy Clerk of Court and held that title until her retirement. She later returned to the office for another couple years at the request of newly elected, family friend, Jeremy Evans, then retired yet again.

She enjoyed traveling, especially cruises, and later in life road trips and exploring with her son, Hunter. For most of her life, she was an avid, and quite accomplished hunter, and enjoyed hunting, camping, and fishing with her late husband.

She always loved Mardi Gras and was very involved in her Krewe here in DeSoto Parish, the Krewe of Demeter. She loved the events; she loved the community service, the fun, and the bringing joy to others in the parish. Her favorites were Mardi Gras parades and when the Krewe would visit the local nursing homes. She spent several years in retirement as the fill-in secretary of her church, First United Methodist Church in Mansfield.

If she wasn’t out with her Mardi Gras Krewe at some event or fundraiser, or she wasn’t home working in the yard, or playing her computer games, you could probably find her on a cruise ship with her brother and sister-in-law. She loved her family, her friends, and being involved in anything locally that would help others or her community. She adored her parish, and even though she spent her life in Mansfield, she always commented that living on the farm was living on “this side of Mansfield,” which meant she was that much closer to Logansport, which always held a special place in her heart.

She spent the last 15 years of her life being the head of her family, the leader of her family, and its rock in the role of a true matriarch. She was close to her children, adorable grandchildren, and her brother and sister-in-law. Not just close, but literally across the street. You didn’t get down the driveway (in or out) too often without getting a call from Jena (who also went by momma, mom, Mimi), “Where ya going? Are you going to get food? Going to the dump?” She was a leader, a friend, a counselor, a parent, a grandparent, and a blessing (sometimes a sassy one but always a blessing).

She went to join her husband Benny Roger Mannies in the arms of her Lord, on October 18th, 2020. Fifteen years of catching up and we all know he now has a huge smile on his face and most likely is getting an ear full.

Jena was preceded in death by her parents, Robert Nash Lee and Letha Mary Moore Lee, and one brother, Gary Lee. She is survived by her children, Hunter Lee Mannies and Mary Beth Mannies Allen and husband Brad Allen; two grandchildren she adored, Benny Cash Allen (after his Poppa Benny) and the one and only, Annabelle Presley Allen; her brother, Robert S. Lee (Bob) and wife Beverly (her sister-in-law and best friend), a host of cousins, nieces and nephews, and friends across the parish, the state, and the country.

Honoring Jena as pallbearers were Riley Hall, Jeffery Shoalmire, Jeremy Evans, Alan Bounds, Dean Register, Randy Bounds, and Steve Adcock. Serving as honorary pallbearers were Jimmy Stephens and O. L. “Sonny” Stone Jr.

In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts can be made in Jena’s name to the organizations that meant the most to her. They include the First United Methodist Church of Mansfield, St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital in Memphis, the Louisiana Lions Camp, the Alzheimer’s Association, and the Krewe of Demeter, Inc.

Funeral services for Lurline Davis Ramsey, was held on Thursday, October 22, 2020 10 a.m. at Grand Cane Baptist Church in Grand Cane, Louisiana. Visitation was held at Rose-Neath Funeral Home, 2500 Southside Dr., Shreveport, Louisiana, on Wednesday, October 21, 2020 from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. Graveside services followed at Mitchell Cemetery in Converse, Louisiana immediately following the services. Brother Jerrell Head, of Landmark Baptist Church officiated.

Lurline was born on March 4, 1944 in Marthaville, Louisiana to Robert and Nora George Davis. She went to be with her Lord and Savior on Monday, October 19, 2020 in Shreveport, Louisiana. In July of 1965 she married the love of her life, Bobby R. Ramsey in Shreveport, Louisiana. She was a member of Landmark Baptist Church in Stonewall, Louisiana. She loved, her grandchildren and great-grandchildren with all of her heart. She enjoyed spoiling her Chorkie puppy, Macy, and loved her flowerbeds, especially roses.

Lurline is preceded in death by her parents and husband. She is survived by one sister, Gertrude Smith; three sons, Robert R. Ramsey of Stonewall, Louisiana, Michael Ramsey and wife, Sandi of Benton, Louisiana, and Allen Matthew Ramsey and wife, Melissa of Blanchard, Louisiana; and one daughter, Maurice Dillard and husband Ken, of Gloster, Louisiana. Grandchildren include Amber Sawyer, Kristen Troquille, Brie Gregory, Branton Ramsey, Jamie Ramsey, Logan Ramsey and three great-grandchildren, Landon and Jase Zuniga, and Emma Sawyer.

Pallbearers were Branton Ramsey, Brad Sawyer, Rodney Burr, Joe George, Bill Partain, and Leland Bissell. Honorary pallbearers were Landon and Jase Zuniga, and Logan Ramsey.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Landmark Baptist Church in Stonewall, Louisiana.

A special thanks to Ann Dickey of Lifepath Hospice for the care and compassion she showed our mother.

With profound sadness we announce the passing of Kirk Michael Thomas, loving father, husband, and friend, on October 16, 2020.

He was born on April 7, 1976 in Niskayuna, NY, raised in Mansfield, LA and his final home in Livingston, LA.

Kirk worked as a truck driver for Stranco for many years. He enjoyed driving trucks, riding motorcycles, coaching youth baseball, spending time with family, and everything Halloween. He was already starting with his pranks and looking forward to all of the activities.

He will be greatly missed by his loving wife Amanda and their children Jayden, Cayden, and Gavin; his daughters Dawn Parker, Kirstin Hayes, and Gabbi Bass; his son M.J. Gentry; granddaughter Halie Hayes; parents Linda Thomas-Aldrich and Raymond Thomas; parents-in-law Larry and Barbara McMorris; brother Jimmy Thomas and wife Nikki and their children; brother Jamie Thomas; sister Carrie Thomas and Steve and their children; and a large host of extended family and friends.

Preceding him in death was his sister Deanna England, brother Paul Thomas, and nephew Michael Peacock.

Visitation was held at Aulds Funeral Home in Shreveport, LA on Oct. 22, with funeral services on Friday Oct. 23 at 1:00 p.m. and burial following at Highland Cemetery in Mansfield, La.

Elton O. Smith, 82, of Mansfield, Louisiana entered into eternal rest at his home surrounded by his family on October 30, 2020 in Mansfield, Louisiana.

A visitation was held from 9:00 a.m. until 10:45 a.m. on Wednesday, November 04, 2020 at the Hunter Magnolia Baptist Church in Mansfield, Louisiana with the funeral service following at 11:00 a.m. Officiating the service will be Bro Amador Santos. Interment followed the service at Hunter Magnolia Cemetery in Mansfield, Louisiana.

Elton Oliver Smith was born on February 9, 1938 in Walnut Ridge, Arkansas to James W Smith and Millie Johnson Smith.

Preceding Elton in death are his parents, James and Millie Smith, son, James Carl Smith and 7 brothers and sisters.

He is survived by the love of his life of 62 years, Irene Smith; daughters, Judy Ann Smith Naramore and husband Roger, Belinda Smith Liebgott and husband John, and daughter in law, Vickie Smith Badillo and husband Tony; sister, Ruby Smith Williams; 14 grandchildren and 8 great-grandchildren, along with numerous nieces, nephews and other family members and many friends.

Honoring Elton as pallbearers were Tanner Smith, David Guffey, Joseph Naramore, Zachery Anderson, Garret Ford and Darold Bristol.

Johnny Williams, 71, of Mansfield, Louisiana entered into eternal rest on October 25, 2020 in Shreveport, Louisiana.

A visitation was held from 5:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. on Wednesday, October 28, 2020 at Rose-Neath Funeral Home in Mansfield, Louisiana. Funeral services honoring the life of Johnny were held at the funeral home on Thursday, October 29, 2020 at 2:00 p.m. Officiating at the service was his brother, James Williams. Interment will followed the service at Highland Cemetery in Mansfield, Louisiana.

Johnny was born on April 15, 1949 in Jasper County, Texas to Luther and Gladys Williams.

Preceding Johnny in death are his parents, Luther and Gladys Williams; his wife, Deborah Williams; his daughter, Stephanie Williams; his brothers, Thomas “Jackie” Williams and Cecil Williams; and his sisters, Gladys Williams and Wanda Welborn.

He is survived by his daughters, Pamala Lindsey and husband Timothy Lindsey of Mansfield, Louisiana and Courtney Anderson of Cocoa, Florida; brother, James Williams of Coushatta, Louisiana; 9 grandchildren; 7 great-grandchildren; his furry companion, Man-Man; along with numerous nieces and nephews.

Honoring Johnny as pallbearers were Winston Reliford, Jason Cox, Tabitha Weir, Emily Lindsey, Jyrah Hickman, Elijah Lindsey, LaMichael Rushing, and Jared Tatum.

Serving as honorary pallbearers were Timothy Lindsey, Michael Williams, Terry Williams, Timothy Williams, and Dakota Calhoun.