Funeral services honoring the life of Brenda Smith, 64, were at 2:00 PM Wednesday, February 1, 2017 at Rose-Neath Funeral Home in Mansfield, LA where Rev. Mike Stovall and Rev. Chucky Clark officiated. Burial followed at Beulah Cemetery in Mansfield, LA. The family received friends at Rose-Neath Funeral Home on Tuesday, January 31, 2017 from 5:00 till 9:00 PM. Brenda was born on September 11, 1952, in Mansfield, LA to Pat Parker and Aline English Marshall. She entered into rest on January 29, 2017 in Keithville, LA. Brenda was a loving wife, mother, sister, and grandmother. Preceding Brenda in death were her father, Pat Parker; mother, Aline Marshall; stepdad, Rufus Marshall; brothers, Thomas Ray Parker and Troy Parker; sister, Ann Shelton; and grandson Cody L. Smith. Those left behind to cherish her memory are her husband Ray Smith of Shreveport, LA; sons, Michael Smith of Shreveport, LA, and Justin Smith and wife Paula of Mansfield, LA; sisters, Debbie Mitchell and husband C.W. of Mansfield, LA and Linda Rachal and husband Brad of Keithville, LA; and grandchildren, Justin Smith Jr, Gabriel Singleton and Michael Singleton all of Mansfield, LA. Those honoring the life of Brenda as pallbearers will be Todd Rachal, Coty Rachal, John Morgan, Jeffery Mitchell, Chris Bridges, and Gerry Parrie.

Juanell Hughes, loving sister, wife, mother, and grandmother entered into her eternal rest on January 22, 2017. Juanell was born on May 19, 1932 to Calvin and Barbara Galloway in Afton, TX. She is preceded in death by her parents and sisters Gwyndel Galloway, Fern Golden Keeling, Dottie McDaniels, Grace Walden, Kate Parks, and Willie Parker; and brothers RC, Elvin, Olan, Bud, and Jim Galloway. She is survived by her devoted husband of 66 years, Joe Hughes of Logansport, LA, daughters Carolyn Sewell and Juana Countryman of Port Arthur, TX, grandsons Cody (Angela) and David Sewell, Caleb and Seth Countryman, Ricky, Jr. (Jordyn), and Randy Collida (Heather), and six great-grandchildren. She is also survived by her three sisters: Doris Hill of Fort Worth, TX, Carol Huff of Stonewall, LA, and Pat Arbuckle of Logansport, LA. Juanell was a gifted cook, seamstress, and gardener. She was also a mentor to numerous young people who were lucky enough to call her their “second mother.” Juanell served as a group leader for Campfire Girls teaching young ladies to quilt, cook, camp, and even pull taffy. She was a faithful member of Joaquin church of Christ and loved her church family. Her homemade yeast rolls will be missed at their potlucks. A memorial for family and friends to celebrate her life will be on February 11, 2017, at Stanley Community Center on Highway 84 from 11:00 to 2:00. Proverbs 11:16a “A gracious woman attains honor.”

Funeral services honoring the life of Roland “Bo” Cooper, 72, were at 11:00 AM Monday, February 6, 2017 at Rose-Neath Funeral Home in Mansfield, LA where Rev. Thumper Miller officiated. Burial followed at Bethsadia Cemetery in Many, LA. The family received friends at Rose- Neath Funeral Home on Sunday, February 5, 2017 from 5:00 till 9:00 PM. Roland was born on March 30, 1944 in Many, LA to Amos M. and Nola Cooper and entered into rest on February 3, 2017 in Shreveport, LA. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, brother and uncle. Preceding Roland in death were his parents, Amos M. and Nola Cooper; brothers, Jerry Paul Cooper, Cary Wayne Cooper, and Doyle Cooper; sisters, Ellen Janet Arabie; brother-inlaw, Edward Arabie. Those left behind to cherish his memory are his wife Sylvia Cooper of Mansfield, LA; son, Scott Cooper of Mansfield, LA; daughter, Stephanie Lopez of Miami, FL; brothers, Victor Cooper and wife Wanda of Lake Charles, LA and Tommie Cooper and wife Gayla of Moss Bluff, LA; sister, Rosie Cangelose of Mansfield, LA; sister-in-law, Jean Cooper of Alto, TX; grandchildren, Dalton Clark and Michael Clark and a host of nieces, nephews and other relatives. Those honoring the life of Roland as pallbearers will be Jack Creel, Ronnie Land, Raymond Steward, Dana Deas, John Denton and Tommie Craig.

Angela Gail Myers, 48 years old, from Logansport, Louisiana passed away January 29, 2017 in Shreveport, Louisiana. She was born in Crossett, Arkansas on October 1, 1968. She is survived by her loving daughters; Kattie and Carissa Wadkins, her husband, Kevin Myers, mother and father; Joan and Donnie Johnson, sisters, Theresa Orr and Melanie Martin, and brother, Mark Johnson. “We thought of you with love today, but that is nothing new. We thought of you yesterday and days before that, too. We think of you in silence as we often speak your name. All we have are memories and your picture in a frame. Your memory is our keepsake with which we’ll never part. God has you in his keeping. We have you in our heart.

Ernest Norman Blalock, 70, passed away Monday, January 30, 2017. He was born July 17, 1946 and was the only son of James Norman and Ruth Stephens Blalock. Mr. Blalock is survived by his two sisters, Jane Elizabeth (Blalock) Dunham and Norma Rebecca (Blalock) Murphy and four nephews, Eric Tullos, Hugh, Jay and Kelly Graham. In lieu of flowers, the family has requested that contributions be made in Ernest’s memory to either the Louisiana Lions Club Camp, 292 L. Beauford Dr., Anacoco, La. 71403 or the Back Alley Community Theatre, PO Box 152, Grand Cane, La. 71032.

Logansport, LA—Graveside services honoring the life of John “Johnny” Cooper Jr., 79, were at 2:00 PM Sunday, February 12, 2017 at Allen Cemetery in Mansfield, LA where Rev. Toby Shaw officiated. John was born on March 26, 1937 to John Sr. and Jewella Cooper in Goss, AL and entered into rest on February 8, 2017 at his residence in Logansport, LA. Johnny was a loving husband, father, brother, and grandfather. Preceding John in death were his wife of 45 years Patricia Ann Herring; parents, John Sr. and Jewella Cooper; sisters, Sarah Patricia Chandler and Linda Frances Luce. Those left behind to cherish his memory are his son Brett Cooper and wife Melanie of Mansfield, LA; daughters, Christi Cooper Taber and husband William Charles of Logansport, LA, Julie Cooper Hall and husband Jeff of Farmerville, LA; seven grandchildren, and six great grandchildren.

Funeral services honoring the life of Marie Vile, 74, were at 2:00 PM Tuesday, February 21, 2017 at Rose-Neath’s Funeral Home in Logansport, LA where Reverend Joe Walker officiated. Burial followed at Newburn Cemetery in Center, TX. The family received friends at Rose-Neath’s Funeral Home on Monday, February 20, 2017 from 5:00 till 9:00 PM. Marie was born on October 7, 1942 in Center, TX to Otto Ray and Mary Elizabeth Samford and entered into rest on February 17, 2017 in Shreveport, LA. Marie was a loving wife, sister, mother, and grandmother. Preceding Marie in death were her parents Otto Ray and Mary Elizabeth Samford; sister, Rebecca Blair; and brother, Harold Samford. Those left behind to cherish her memory are her sons Edward Briggs of Dallas, TX, Ronald Sims and wife Shawnna of Pleasant Hill, Iowa; sister, Charlcie Wilson of Irving, TX; and grandchildren, Ronald Wayne Sims, Jr. and Brandie Renee Sims.

Funeral services honoring the life of Michelle Ford were at 1:00 PM Friday, February 17, 2017 at Rose-Neath Funeral Home in Logansport, LA where Reverend Amador Santos officiated. Burial followed at Bethel Cemetery in Logansport, LA. The family received friends at Rose-Neath Funeral Home on Thursday, February 16, 2017 from 5:00 till 9:00 PM. Michelle was born on April 16, 1970 in Shreveport, LA to Ted and Toni Curry and entered into rest on February 12, 2017 in Joaquin, TX. Michelle was a loving wife, daughter, sister, mother, and grandmother. Preceding Michelle in death were her sisters, Nicole Curry and Angela Curry; brother, Brandon Curry. Those left behind to cherish her memory are her husband Jason Anderson of Joaquin, TX; sons, Eric Dewayne Ford, Jr. of Logansport, LA and Nicholas Ford of Keatchie, LA; daughter, Peighton Blair Ford of Logansport, LA; sister, Sharol Kay Johnson and husband Jarrod of Logansport, LA; grandchildren, Rylee Dowling of Shreveport, LA and Alex Ford of Logansport, LA. Those honoring the life of Michelle as pallbearers were Ricky Gibson, Lawrence Pierce, Xavier Foster, Steven Campbell, Joey Burns, Dalton Miller, Stefan Pridgen, Lane Pridgen.

Memorial services honoring the life of Claude “Doc” Lowery, 68, were held at 3:00 PM Saturday, February 18, 2017 at Rose-Neath Funeral Home in Mansfield, LA where Reverend Thumper Miller officiated. Claude was born on February 18, 1948 to Robert and Claudine Lowery in Shreveport, LA and entered into rest on February 13, 2017 at The Bradford House in Shreveport, LA. Claude was a loving husband, father, brother and uncle. “Doc” was one of the founders of Pat’s Pitched Out Pets, former pastor of Kingston Baptist Church in Frierson, LA, pastor at His House of Praise, former manager at Ivey Lumber Co. in Mansfield, LA, and a former disc jockey @ KJVC 92.7 FM in Mansfield, LA. Preceding Claude in death were his parents, Robert and Claudine Lowery. Those left behind to cherish his memory are his wife, Patricia Marie Lowery of Mansfield, LA; son, Geren Lowery of Bossier City, LA; daughters, Andrea Hilliard and Bernadette Martin both of Chattanooga, TN; brother, Jeff Lowery and wife Karin of Shreveport; sister- in- law, Joy Morgan and husband Charles of Slidell, LA; niece, Kristin Pickering and husband Todd of Shreveport; nephew, Chad Lowery and wife Amanda of Shreveport, and numerous grandchildren.

Funeral services honoring the life of Reverend Roy R Jones were held on Sat, Feb 11th at 11am at Union Springs Baptist Church, Mansfield, LA. Bishop Joseph Hall, Jr. officiated. Burial services followed at Bethlehem Baptist Church in Mansfield, LA. The family received friends at Jenkins Funeral Home from 6-7pm on Friday, Feb 10th. Reverend Roy R Jones was born, May 3, 1949 James H Jones, Sr and Bettie Lee Jones. He entered into eternal rest on Tues, Feb 7. He was a loving son, brother, father, grandfather and uncle. Preceding him in death was his mother, Bettie Lee Jones. He leaves to cherish are his seven (7) children: Yolanda “Niecey” Evans of Dallas, TX, Christopher (Daven) Hill of Shreveport, LA, Reveo “Troy” Ford of Mansfield, LA, Melvin Hill of Alexandria LA, Noble (Kim) Evans of New Orleans, LA, Gregory Hill of Logansport, LA and Jason (Donnetta) Jones of Shreveport, LA; nineteen (19) grandchildren: Charity, Dominique, Christalyn, Meagan, Christopher II, Jeremy, Letica, Rayla, Hayden, Harper, Victoria, Alexia, Jasmine, Jordyn, Ajiya, Alicia, Donovan, Dylan, and Jaylen; (4) great-grandchildren: Aaron, Bentley, Jersei, and Dakota; Father Deacon James Henry Jones Sr.; (6) brothers: James (Gloria) Jones Jr., Willis (Mary) Jones, Dalton (Shirley) Jones, Leon Jones, David (Ester) Jones, and George (Cassandra) Alexandria; (4) sisters: Helen (Willie) Walker, Ruby Adams, Cora (Daniel) Davis, and Velma Colbert, a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.

Funeral services honoring the life of Audrey Burr Weaver, 90, was held at 2:00 PM Thursday, February 23, 2017 at Rose-Neath Funeral Home in Mansfield, LA where Reverend Toby Shaw officiated Burial followed at Old Union Cemetery in Benson, LA. The family received friends at Rose-Neath Funeral Home on Wednesday, February 22, 2017 from 5:00 till 10:00 PM. Audrey was born on August 13, 1926 in Converse, LA to Joe and Evalina Procell and entered into rest on February 19, 2017 in Mansfield, LA. Preceding Audrey in death were her first husband, Charles L. Burr, second husband, Edward “Pete” Weaver; parents, Joe “Crow” and Evalina “Little Granny” Procell; brothers, Bud Procell, Porter Procell; sisters, Sydney Childress, Ruby Deason, Bennie Manshack; and grandson, Charlie Solley. Those left behind to cherish her memory are her sons, Billy Joe Burr and fiancé Michelle Jones, Charles Ray Burr and wife Sandra; daughter, Diane Youngblood and husband Reece; brothers, Joe Procell, and JR Procell; sisters, Dinah Harding, Laverne Paddie, and Pauline Litton; 14 grandchildren, 21 great grandchildren, one great great grandchild and a host of nieces, nephews, and other relatives.

Funeral services honoring the life of Lester Barber, 90, was at 2:00 PM Wednesday, February 22, 2017 at Rose-Neath Funeral Home in Logansport, LA were Reverend Richard Plunkett officiated. Burial followed at Pollard Cemetery in Mansfield, LA. The family received friends at Rose-Neath Funeral Home on Tuesday, February 21, 2017 from 5:00 till 9:00 PM. Lester was born on August 27, 1926 in Desoto Parish, LA to George and Annice Barber and entered into rest on February 19, 20174 in Center, TX. Lester was a loving father and grandfather. Preceding Lester in death were his parents, George and Annice Barber. Those left behind to cherish his memory are his son Shane Barber and wife Candi of Center, TX; daughter, Lynn Barber; 9 grandchildren; 12 great grandchildren and a host of nieces, nephews and other relatives.

Funeral services honoring the life of Sarah Marie Sims, 87, was held at 2:00 PM Friday, February 24, 2017 at Spring Ridge Baptist Church in Pleasant Hill, LA where Rev. Eddie D. Ross officiated. Burial followed at Spring Ridge Cemetery in Pleasant Hill, LA. The family received friends at the Spring Ridge Baptist Church on Thursday, February 23, 2017 from 5:00 till 10:00 PM. Sarah was born on July 23, 1929 to Samuel and Alice Cooper and entered into rest on February 19, 2017 in Mansfield, LA. Sarah was a loving sister, mother and grandmother. Preceding Sarah in death were her husband, John “Jack” Sims; parents, Samuel and Alice Cooper; sons, J.W. Hammonds, Robert Sims; and grandchildren, Loretta Lynn Hammonds and Jimmy Wayne Sims. Those left behind to cherish her memory are her sons, Victor Davis and wife Cathy of Jacksonville, AR, Virgil Sims and Bobby Sims both of Bismark, AR, Randy Sims and wife Kim of Farmerville, TX, and Jerry Sims of Haughton, LA; daughters, Kathryn Kelly of Shreveport, LA, Frances Sims of Jacksonville, AR, Jackie Laffitte of Mansfield, LA, Sandy Sims and husband Jess of New Mexico, and Brenda Brevelle and husband David of Mansfield, LA; siblings, Albert, Ann, Opal, Martha, Minnie, Molly and Rosa; 24 grandchildren; numerous great grandchildren and a host of nieces, nephews and other relatives. Those honoring the life of Sarah as pallbearers were Aaron Leone, Nick Broome, Nathan Henderson, Jeremy Phillips, Rickey Laffitte, and Bruce Phillips. Honorary Pallbearers were Austin Henderson, Zach Henderson, Jack W. Sims, and James Hammonds.

Deacon Harris James Green (Harry) was born on July 15, 1951 to the late Ms. Lurlean Green. He was second of five boys. Harris accepted Christ and was baptized at Moore’s Chapel Baptist Church at the age of eight years old under the pastorage of the great Rev. G.D. Jackson. Harris served as a faithful member for 52 years where he served as a member of the Trustee Board and Chairman of the Deacon Board over 15 years. Harris loved his church and served in many capacities including grounds keeper. Harris organized the Gospel Clouds and they sung for fifteen years. Harris attended DeSoto Parish School and was a champion baseball player. Harris was married for 41 years to Mary Linda Jones and kept their marriage vows sacred for better or worse, for richer or poorer, in sickness and health, until death did them part. He was a great and wonderful husband and father. Harris was a truck driver for the DeSoto Parish Police Jury for twentynine years and a school bus driver for DeSoto Parish School Board for eighteen years. He was a very hard worker who took great pride in what he did. In June 2010 he reluctantly left the Moore’s Chapel B.B. where he then attended the Community of Faith Ministries under Pastor George Thomas. After careful consideration, he founded and organized the New Foundation B.C. in an effort to keep his family together. Pastor Reynard Scroggins helped to keep the flock together until he decided to leave to organize his own church. Deacon Green served faithful until his health failed to the battle of cancer. He was proceeded in death by his mother Ms. Lurlean Green, step father Roosevelt Edwards, two brothers Willie Green and Edward Green. Harris departed this earthly life and transition to his heavenly home on February 4, 2017 at 2:00 AM. He leaves to cherish his memories: a loving wife Mary Linda Jones Green, one son Hursey Jones (Yolanda); four daughters: Willisa Street (Derrick), Cheryl Gray (Jimmie), Tina Cotton (Billy), al of Mansfield, La Kimberly Haile (Eric) of Lake Charles, La; one God Son Jimmy Jackson of Huston, Tx; three God Daughters: Coka Collins of Honolulu, HI, Klante Solomon and Cornesies Green of Mansfield, La. Grand Children: Delancy, Deasia, Jasamine, B.J., Kamesan, DeKietrick, Naudia, Brittney, Shacobie, Jaurnee Dillion. Greatgrands: Delancy II and Halo Street. Brothers: Curtis Green (Helen) of Mansfield, La, Jerry Green (Robin) of Tuscan, AZ and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, friends and church family.

Logansport, LA – Funeral services honoring the life of Harry VonSenden, Jr., 73, were at 2:00 PM Tuesday, February 28, 2017 at Rose-Neath Funeral Home in Logansport, LA wh ere Rev. Tommy McMellon officiated. Burial followed at Bethel Cemetery in Logansport, LA. The family received friends at Rose- Neath Funeral Home on Monday, February 27, 2017 from 6:00 till 9:00 PM. Harry was born on September 6, 1943 in Sinton, TX to Eula and Harry VonSenden, Sr. and entered into rest on February 25, 2017 in Logansport, LA. Harry was a loving husband, father, brother, and grandfather. Preceding Harry in death were his parents Eula and Harry VonSenden, Sr. Those left behind to cherish his memory are his wife Sue VonSenden of Logansport, LA; son, Shane VonSenden of Houston, TX; daughters, Tammy McKinney of Houston, TX, Wanda Strong and husband Darren of Joaquin, TX, Mandy Duncan and husband Duncan Ray of Logansport, LA, Brandy Holloway and husband Steve of Logansport, LA; sisters, Linda Kay Saucier and husband Julius of Pineville, LA, Nelda Fugler and husband Malcolm of Bentley, LA; grandchildren, Ariel VonSenden, Allison Fonville, Jordan McKinney, Alyssa McKinney, Matt Parker, Chase Barnett, Dalton Garrett, Shelby Garrett, Morgan Garrett, Kelsey Holloway, Hallee Holloway, Stevie Holloway Jr., Zach Mayfield, Kamon Parker; and great grandchildren, Kaigan Parker, Wade Parker, Blaklee Parker, Greyson Childress, and Korbyn Garrett. Those honoring the life of Harry as pallbearers were Matt Parker, Chase Barnett, Dalton Garrett, Zach Mayfield, David Cox, and Jimmy Evans. Honorary Pallbearers were Bruce Lee and Jimmy Cawthorne.

MANSFIELD, LA – Marjorie passed away February 25, 2017, at Azalea Estates Assisted Living, her home for the past two years. She enjoyed all of her friends there and represented them as Ms. Merry Christmas 2015. Marjorie was born September 30, 1922, in the Lula Community to Buna Bissell Hatcher and William Marshall. Preceding Marjorie in death are her parents, her husband Floyd Hayes, brothers, Henry and Eugene, sisters, Leona and Gladys. She is survived by nieces; nephews; sister-in-law, Clara Hatcher that she loved dearly; and a very special niece she loved as her daughter, Sue Baker. This is a great loss for Sue and her family. Graveside Services were held at Highland Cemetery in Mansfield, LA at 11:30 a.m. Tuesday, February 28, 2017, were Bro. Skip Noble presided. The family wishes to thank Bro. Skip for his visits and prayers, Azalea Estates for their care and attention, her “girls” Mia, Latrice and Gwen, and St. Joseph Hospice.

II Timothy 4:17 I have fought a good fight. I have finished my chores. I have kept the faith.

Carol was born in Kittanning, PA on January 15, 1945, the 6th of nine children. After graduating from Kittanning High School in 1962, she moved to Washington, DC where she worked as a secretary for the federal government. In August of 1965 Carol met the love of her life, Robert, who was enlisted in the Army and stationed at nearby Fort Myer, VA. Carol and Robert were married December 19, 1967 and relocated to Logansport, La. Carol thoroughly enjoyed cooking, spending time with her friends and family, and raising their three sons. She was the owner of Kare Bear Day Care and it was there where she spent countless number of hours caring for children. After a sudden illness, Carol went to be with the Lord on February 18, 2017, surrounded by her beloved family. Carol is survived by her loving husband of 49 years Robert Gurley Sr., sons Robbie Gurley, Scott Gurley, and wife Lori, Adam Gurley and wife Wendy, and 8 grandchildren A memorial service was held to honor her life on February 25, 2017 in Logansport, La.