Posted 11/18/09
Etta Dumas Allen
Funeral services for Etta Dumas Allen, 81, of Baton Rouge, were held Saturday, Nov. 14, 2009 at First Zion Baptist Church in Winnsboro. Burial followed at Gethsemane Memorial Gardens, under the direction of Richardson Funeral Home.
Mrs. Allen died Tuesday, Nov. 10, 2009 at Our Lake of the Lake Hospital in Baton Rouge.
Survivors include her son, Cornelius N. Allen Jr., Baton Rouge; daughters: Barbara A. Dickerson, Shelia Ann Allen and Connie Allen Shaw, all of Baton Rouge; sisters: Bernice Mitchell and Margie Lee Watkins, both of Winnsboro; 11 grandchildren and five grandchildren.
Pallbearers were Charles Dorsey, Kenneth Kelly, Monearl Robinson, Brandon Johnson, Ricky Kelly, Tommy Robinson, Edward Watkins Jr., Eddie Lee Jordan, Carlos Robinson, and Buck Shaw Jr.
Eloise Boothe
Funeral service for Eloise Boothe, 80, of Wisner were held Saturday, Nov. 14, 2009 at Wisner First Baptist Church with Rev. Thomas Peoples officiating. Burial followed in Oakley Cemetery near Gilbert under the direction of Gill First National Funeral Home of Winnsboro. Mrs. Boothe was born to Robert O. and Ardis Lenora Fleming Thompson on Aug. 18, 1929 in Swartz and passed from this life Wednesday, Nov. 11, 2009 in West Monroe.
Mrs. Boothe was a member of Wisner First Baptist Church. She retired as cafeteria manager at Wisner High and Elementary Schools. She was known by her many friends and loving family as a caring person who took great joy in "doing for others."
She leaves behind five children: Deia Lea Langston and husband Richard of Brazoria, Texas, Danny Boothe of Pineville, Robert Boothe and wife Jennifer of Zachary, Johnny Boothe and wife Susan of Winnsboro, and Lenora Wooten and husband Phil of Lafayette; two brothers: Forrest Thompson and Willard Thompson and wife Evelyn both of Alabama; and one sister Hettie Dampier of Wisner. She is also survived by her grandchildren: Daniel, Michael, Michelle, Terri, Robert Jr., John; Mary, Will, Jim and Lyle; several great grandchildren, other relatives and friends.
Mrs. Boothe's grandsons served as her pallbearers.
Honorary pallbearers were members of her Monday Night Bible Study group.
Memorials may be made to Wisner First Baptist Church Building Fund – P.O. Box 97 – Wisner, LA 71378.
Online condolences may be made at www.gillfirstnational.com.
Ricky D. Brown
Funeral services for Ricky D. Brown, 43, of Beaumont, Texas were held Saturday, Nov. 14, 2009, at New Macedonia Baptist Church in Gilbert. Burial followed at Oakley Cemetery under the direction of Richardson Funeral Home. Mrs. Brown died Thursday, Nov. 5, 2009 at Memorial Herman Baptist Hospital in Beaumont.
He is survived by daughters: Kendra Renolds, Winnsboro; Ke'Onga Brown and Dominque Brown, both of Beaumont; brother, Willie Brown, DeRidder; sisters: Patricia Brown, Stephanie Brown, and Barbara Gillis, all of both of Beaumont; Shirron Brown, Gilbert; Mertis Heckard, Sandra Cameron and Carolyn Augerson, all of Wisner; Katie Washington, Las Vegas, Nev.
Thaddeus Edwards Sr.
Funeral services for Thaddeus Edwards Sr., 75, of Wisner were held Saturday, Nov. 7, 2009 at St. Mary's Catholic Church in Winnsboro.
Burial followed at Hope Estate Cemetery in Wisner, under the direction of Richardson Funeral Home, Winnsboro.
Mr. Edwards, a high school boys basketball coach, died Monday, Nov. 2, 2009 at St. Francis Medical Center in Monroe.
He is survived by his wife, Gladys Edwards, Wisner; son, Thaddeus Edwards Jr., Wisner; daughter, Monique Edwards, Houston, Texas; brother, Thomas Guilfo, Houston, Texas; sisters: Alberta Williams, Richmond, Calif.; Geraldine and Jim Chaffers of Ann Arbor, Mich.; three grandchildren: Ashley Edwards, Domonique Gibson and Kane Smith.
Pallbearers were Phi Brass, Vernon Creecy, Arthur Hamlin, Darren Jones, Lester Hamlin, Dennis Johnson, Robert Williams, and Reginald Jefferson.
Davis Glenn Ferrington
Funeral service for David Glenn Ferrington, 60, of Chase were held Thursday, Nov. 12, 2009 at Turkey Baptist Church near Gilbert with Rev. Jerry Hunt Sr. and Rev. Don Blackmon officiating. Burial followed in the church cemetery.
He was born to Oree and Vonda Sales Ferrington on Sept. 24, 1949 in Wisner and passed from this life Tuesday, Nov. 10, 2009 at Franklin Medical Center in Winnsboro.
He was preceded in death by his father and two brothers: Leslie Wayne Ferrington and Cecil Ray Ferrington.
Mr. Ferrington was an avid deer hunter. He loved to sit in the woods and enjoy nature. He owned and operated Ferrington's Garage and 4 Wheel Drive Center for ten years in Chase. He was a member of Turkey Creek Baptist Church. As a hobby, Glenn loved to work on antique cars. He was in the process of rebuilding two '55 Chevy's. He was a farmer for over 25 years. Above all, he was a beloved husband, father, "papaw", son, brother and friend.
He will be missed by his wife of 41 years Carolyn Ferrington of Chase; son Joey Ferrington and wife Misty of Gilbert; mother Vonda Ferrington of Winnsboro; brother Barney Ferrington of Jigger; three grandchildren Lindsey Ferrington and fiance' Nick Mullican, Kelsey Ferrington and Karley Ferrington; several other relatives and many friends.
Pallbearers were Gary Beasley, Ricky Campbell Jr., Jeffery Eley, Roger Hill, Buckshot Sims, and Gene Wilson.
Honorary pallbearers were Ken Batey, Isaac "Boodie" Eley, Thomas Hilbun, and Charles Winters.
Online condolences may be made at www.gillfirstnational.com.
Edna N. Herrington
Services for Edna N. Herrington, 67, of Winnsboro were held Friday, Nov. 13, 2009 at Gill First National Funeral Home Chapel. Burial followed at Ogden Cemetery near Liddieville.
Mrs. Herrington died Tuesday, Nov. 10, 2009 at her residence.
She is preceded in death by her parents Armor Carlton Herrington and Georgie Evelyn Vail Herrington; sister, Genoma Hawthorne; brother, Carlton "Bob" Herrington.
Survivors include her children: Jennie Pruitt of Little Rock, Ark., Rev. Charles Pruitt and wife Donna of Violonia, Ark., George Pruitt and wife Kelley of Longview, Texas, Sarah Ellis and husband Lloyd of Vidalia; brother, F. G. Herrington of Little Rock, Ark.; sister, Dixie Fink and husband Jimmy of Scott, Ark.; eight grandchildren, two great-grandchildren; also special niece and nephews Carol, Jason and Ivan Hawthorne.
Special thank you to TLC Hospice.
Online condolences may be made at www.gillfirstnational.com.
Benjy LaBorde
Mr. Benjy LaBorde, 73, of Gilbert, an iron worker in construction, died Saturday, Nov. 14, 2009. A funeral services was held Monday, Nov. 16, 2009 at Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home. Burial followed at Harris Cemetery.
Madie Arnold Ezell
Funeral services for Madie Arnold Ezell, 95, of Gilbert, were held at Calvary Baptist Church on Tuesday, Nov. 17, 2009, with Rev. Bobby Ensminger officiating. Burial followed at Oakley Cemetery under the direction of Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home in Winnsboro.
Mrs. Ezell was born June 27, 1914 outside Gilbert, and passed from this life into the arms of her Heavenly Father on Sunday, Nov. 15, 2009 at Franklin Medical Center. She was one of 10 children born to Carrie Evelyn and Richard V. Arnold.
She was preceded in death by her mother and father and eight siblings leaving one surviving brother, R. V. Arnold Jr. She was also preceded in death by her husband Willie L. Ezell Sr. and two sons Willie L. Ezell Jr. "Billy" and Donald W. Ezell; one granddaughter, Donna Lynn Ezell.
She was a resident of Gilbert, homemaker, and a charter member of Calvary Baptist Church. She worked in all areas of the church all her life still teaching Sunday School until the age of 92.
She owned and operated a restaurant in Wisner for approximately 10 years at which time she purchased and operated a Retail Dry Goods known as Mai Dees until her retirement at 68.
Survivors include five children: Gay Hall of Colulmbia; Ann Hilbun and husband Lionel Bee of Gilbert; Lee Ezell and wife Tommalynn of Gilbert; Nancy Burnthorn and husband Kelly of Sumerduck, Va.; and Flo Ferrington and husband John of Wisner;13 grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren; 1 great-great grandchild; and a host of nieces, nephews, and friends.
Pallbearers were deacons from the church.
A special thanks to all her close friends and family members who visited her on a regular basis.
To leave an online condolence for the family please visit www.youngscommunity.com.
Dorothy Mae Madison
Funeral services for Dorothy Mae Madison, 65, of Wisner were held Saturday, Nov. 14, 2009 at New Zion Baptist Church in Peck. Burial followed at Oakley Cemetery, under the direction of Richardson Funeral Home.
Mrs. Madison died Saturday, Nov. 7, 2009 at St. Paul Medical Center in Dallas, Texas.
She is survived by her sons: Billy Madison, Dallas, Texas; Jessie Davis, Wisner; Kerry Madison, Monroe; McClinton Palmer, Tyler, Texas; daughters: Dana Swayzer, Wisner; Cheryl Madison, Pamela Madison and Denise Palmer, all of Dallas, Texas; brother, Jake Bingham, Ark.; sister, Rosie Mae Caston, Dallas, Texas; 23 grandchildren and 19 great-grandchildren.
Pallbearers were Billy Madison, Tyrone Davis, James Hall, Karye brass, Carl Davis and Paul Scott.
Wesley McManus
A celebration of the life of Wesley McManus, a retired teacher were held Saturday, Nov. 14, 2009 at Calvary Baptist Church Gilbert with the Rev's. Jerry Goodman and Dale Goodman officiating. Burial followed at South Central Cemetery near Wisner under the direction of Gill First National Funeral Home.
Mr. McManus was born on April 5, 1945 and crossed Jordan on Nov. 10, 2009. He was born and reared in Gilbert, Louisiana and made his home in West Monroe after obtaining his degree from ULM. As a teacher, he touched countless lives of students and colleagues alike.
His love and support of family and friends, his love of sports and outdoor life, the anxious awaiting of his first grandchild, and his countless talents meshed to form his most unique personality. He was known for his quick wit, gift for gab, and his love of the past. His absence will forever alter our lives.
He leaves to treasure the memory of his boundless love, two daughters, Jennie Dawsey and husband Cory of Ruston; Stacy Dans and husband Nathan of West Monroe; parents Audrey and Ray McManus of Gilbert; two sisters, Susan Britt and husband Ty of Gilbert; Sandra Parker and husband Perry of Winnsboro; one nephew, Kevin Bass and wife Leanne; one great-grand nephew Ethan Bass; one great-niece, Stephanie Bass-Knox; one great-grand nephew, Kolten Jordan-Bass; and special cousins: Portia Graney and Donald McManus, all of Winnsboro. He is also survived by a host of cousins, aunts, uncles and friends.
Pallbearers were Kevin Bass, Ethan Bass, Donald McManus, Perry Parker, Bruce Stanley, James Liner, Al Goodwin and Paul Colquette. Honorary pallbearers were Cory Dawsey, Nathan Dans, Ty Britt, John Graney, Don Murphy, Grady Knox, Clinton O'Quain, Roger Sanders, and members of Smith Hunting Club, and teacher colleagues.
Guest register book on line at www.gillfirstnational.com.
Irene Mitchell
Funeral service for Irene Mitchell, 49, of Gilbert, were held Nov. 7, 2009 at Mt. Zion COCH in Gilbert. Burial followed at Oakley Cemetery, under the direction of Richardson Funeral Home, Winnsboro.
Mrs. Mitchell passed away Thursday, Oct. 29, 2009 at Minden Medical Center.
Survivors include a son, Donald R. Mitchell, Gilbert; daughter, Betty Mitchell Whitlock, Winnsboro; brothers: Owen Mitchell Jr., Chesterfield, Mich.; Allen Mitchell, Winnsboro; sisters: Bobbie Simon, Dallas, Texas; Danie Chisley, New Orleans; Sharron Johnson, Winnsboro; and six grandchildren.
Pallbearers were Micheal Hollis, Allen Hollis, Edgar Tillman, Gregory Tillman, Johnathan McGhee, Turner Tillman, Arnold Bridges, Henrae Buckner, and Johnny Johnson.
Josie Claire Pylant
Private services for Josie Claire Pylant were held under the direction of Gill First National Funeral Home Winnsboro.
Josie Claire was born on October 26, 2009 at Saint Francis Medical Center Monroe.
She is survived by her parents Jason and Nora Pylant; sisters, Julia Kate and Kelsey Elise; grandparents, Steve and Rhonda Pylant and Donald and Martha Kay Womack; great-grandparents, Cecil and Barbara Pylant; and Mary Short; great-great grandmother Beatrice Netherland.
Online guest register at www.gillfirstnational.com.
Lula Belle Reeves
Funeral services for Lula Belle Reeves, 73, of Gilbert, were held at Bayou Macon Baptist Church on Monday, Nov. 16, 2009, with Rev. Jerry Goodman officiating. Burial followed at Harris Cemetery under the direction of Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home in Winnsboro.
Mrs. Reeves was born Feb. 4, 1936 in Winnsboro, and passed away Saturday, Nov. 14, 2009 at Glenwood Regional Medical Center in West Monroe. She was a resident of Gilbert, a homemaker, and a member of the Bayou Macon Baptist Church.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Roy D. Reeves; father, Harvey Rushing; mother, Essie (Thornhill) Rushing; brother, John H. Rushing; sister, Pauline Temple.
Survivors include her two daughters: Joyce Dotson, and Tammy Kenney and husband Ricky, all of Gilbert; sister, Dot Ulmer of Winnsboro; three grandsons: Landon Dotson and wife Mary, Brandon Dotson and fiancee Cyndi Cockrell, and Corey Kenney, all of Gilbert; one granddaughter, Shandalynn Newman and husband Anthony of Winnsboro; six great- grandchildren; and many nieces, nephews, family and friends.
Pallbearers were Buddy Jennings, Ronnie Rollen, Roger Ulmer, Rocky Dale Williams, Bob Temple, and Cliff Whitman.
Honorary pallbearers were James Osborn, Nolan Temple, and David Guyton.
To leave an online condolence for the family please visit www.youngscommunity.com.
Jerry W. Renfrow
Graveside service for Jerry W. Renfrow, 69, of Gilbert were held Tuesday, Nov. 17, 2009 with Rev. Joe Stroud officiating at Ogden Cemetery, under the direction of Gill First National Funeral Home.
Mr. Renfrow was born Oct. 14, 1940 in Winnsboro and died Sunday, November 15, 2009 in Wisner after an extended illness. He was a retired accountant.
He was preceded in death by his parents Roddie and Ethel Walton Renfrow, a brother Ronald Renfrow.
He is survived by his sisters: Ann Eubanks and husband Kenneth of Monroe, Sue Renfrow and Betty Greer both of Crowville, sister-in-law Caroline Renfrow of West Monroe; and a host of nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends.
Online guest register book at www.gillfirstnational.com.
Billy J. Smith
Funeral services for Billy J. Smith Sr., 71, of Winnsboro will be held at Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home today (Wednesday) Nov. 18, 2009 at 10 a.m., with the Rev. Kelly Clark officiating. Burial will follow at Harris Cemetery under the direction of Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home.
Mr. Smith was born on Feb. 18, 1938 in Delhi, and passed away on Monday, Nov. 16, 2009 at Delhi Hospital. He was a resident of Winnsboro, a retired mechanic for Holsum Bakery in Monroe. He loved to mow and enjoyed working in the garden and riding grandkids on his golf cart.
He was preceded in death by his parents, C. Charles and Nina J. Smith; one brother, Charles W. Smith; one sister, Ethel J. Smith Geddis.
He is survived by his wife, Ann Temple Smith; two sons, Billy Smith and wife Kelly; and Joseph Smith, both of Vicksburg, Miss.; three daughters: Debbie Carroll and husband Eddie; Sheila Fussell and husband Tommy; Lisa Norwood and husband Jimmy, all of Winnsboro; one step-son, Dewayne Temple and wife Alanie of Bonner Ferry, Idaho; three step-daughters: Susan Hale of Monroe; Dewanna Temple and Danna Wallace, both of Winnsboro; 16 grandchildren, 10 great-grandchildren, and two nephews.
Pallbearers will be Adam Fussell, Greg Wallace, Tim Irby, Justin Hale, Freddie Geddis, and Ryan Emfinger.
Honorary pallbearer will be Glyn Day.
Johanna Wiggins
Johanna Wiggins, infant daughter of Melissa and Mitchell Wiggins of Columbia, died Sunday, Nov. 15, 2009 at Northern La. Medical Center in Ruston.
Funeral arrangement are incomplete under the direction of Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home, Winnsboro. |
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