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Lodis Virginia Buell
Lodis Virginia Buell, 72, of DeRidder, LA, passed from this life on Thursday, May 17, 2018.
Visitation will be held on Sunday, May 20, 2018 from 5:00 – 9:00 PM at Myers Colonial Funeral Home in DeRidder, LA. A graveside service will be held Monday, May 21, 2018, at 10:00 AM at Providence cemetery in Rosepine, LA.
Kirk Douglas Jones
Kirk Douglas Jones, 50, of DeRidder, LA, passed from this life on Saturday, May 12, 2018. Memorial service will be held Saturday, May 19, 2018, at 1:30 PM at Sunrise Baptist Church in DeRidder, LA.
Kirk Douglas Jones was born to the late Rev. Frank Jones Jr. and Jeraldine Jones in DeRidder, LA. He accepted Christ at a young age and was a member Sunrise Baptist Church. He graduated from DeRidder High School in 1986 then joined the United State Army and served for many years. He also studied at McNeese University and worked in the petroleum industry for many years.
Loved ones left to cherish his memories are his wife: Stephanie Jones, sons Ja’Keelin Samuel, Malcom Banks, Jarred Samuel, and daughters Brooklyn Johnson, Megan Reado, Alasiya Taylor, brothers Nathaniel Jones, Frank Jones III, sisters: Marie Jefferson, Patricia Thomas, Cynthia Tellis and Sylvia Garner along with a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.
He was preceded in death by his father Rev. Frank Jones Jr, mother Geraldine Jones, sister Alfreda Hollie
Lonnie Elvin Bailey
Lonnie Elvin Bailey, 97, of Rosepine, LA, passed from this life on May 17, 2018.
Mr. Bailey proudly served his country in the Army of the United States and was a World War II Veteran as well as being decorated with the Asiatic-Pacific Theatre Ribbon with one (1) Bronze Star, a Distinguished Unit Citation, a Good Conduct Medal and four (4) Overseas Service Bars. Mr. Bailey was a great wood craftsman – specializing and creating beautiful furniture. He was very involved in his community and especially his church. He was a devoted and loving husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather and follower of the Lord. He will truly be missed by all who knew and loved him and leaves behind a treasured legacy.
Those left to cherish his memory are his loving wife, Georgia Gwendolyn Ford Bailey; daughter, Jaunice Williamson and Fred of Rosepine, LA; four grandchildren: Christina Bailey, Tom Bailey, Shane Williamson and Scott Williamson; six great grandchildren: Eli Bailey, JJ Roberts, Shaley Williamson, Emma Williamson, Aimee Williamson and Nick Kennedy; and a host of extended family and friends.
He was preceded in death by his parents, George and Pernie Johnson; his wife of 55 years, Evelyn Bailey and his sons, Julin Bailey and J.E. Bailey.
Visitation will be held on Saturday, May 19, 2018 from 5:00-8:00PM at Myers Colonial Funeral Home, in DeRidder, LA. Funeral service will be held at 2:00 PM on Sunday, May 20, 2018 also at Myers Colonial Funeral Home. Burial will follow at Johnson-Bailey cemetery in Rosepine, LA.
Bertha Beatrice Melvin
Bertha Beatrice Melvin, 92, of DeRidder, LA, passed from this life on Tuesday, May 8, 2018. Visitation and funeral service will be held on Saturday, May 19, 2018 at Starlight Missionary Baptist Church in DeRidder, LA. Visitation will begin at 9:00 AM until the time of the funeral service at 11:00 AM. Pastor Daniel Stafford will officiate the service. Burial will follow at Starlight Missionary cemetery in DeRidder, LA.
Anna Verne Callaway Cole
Anna Verne Callaway Cole was born March 8, 1929 in DeQuincy, Louisiana. She passed away May 7, 2018. She was well known to most everyone simply as “MamMaw”. She was a passionate, devoted, loving, Christian Mother and Grandmother, not only to her family but to countless others she met and loved. She was known for her feisty, yet good natured, sense of humor. The pain of her absence is already felt by all who knew and loved her.
Anna Verne graduated from DeQuincy High School participating in basketball, cheerleading, homecoming court, 4-H, and serving on the annual staff, being voted best all-around in her class of 1946. That was truly a fitting honor because she has always been the best all – around in life.
After raising her daughters, Anna Verne attended McNeese State University receiving a BA in Elementary Education. Teaching was not just an occupation to her, it was her passion. She absolutely loved team teaching with her dearest friend and “co-heart in mischief” Sally Smith. Together they helped nurture the education of many young children in the Ragley area. After retiring, she always remarked how much she loved teaching and how she missed the kids. MamMaw especially loved teaching her Grandkids to read and take great pride in their education. She continued until her death teaching valuable life skills to her family.
Anna Verne was preceded in death by her parents, Clyde and Alma Callaway, sister, Carolyn Callaway, and husband of 70 years L.C. Cole, Jr. Those left to cherish her memory include daughters, Judy Guidry (Glen) and Jan Outlaw of Ragley; 7 Grandchildren; Neil Guidry (Carolyn), Kyla Cole (Jason), Joni Fontenot (Josh), Michael Nicholson (Mary Ryan), Lisa Spooner (Brandon), Jana Hudson (C.J.) and Kelby Outlaw; 17 Great Grandchildren; 2 Great- Great Grandchildren; and countless friends and relatives.
The family will visit with friends on Thursday, May 10 from 4-9 PM at Magnolia Baptist Church in Ragley and on Friday from 9:00 AM until the service at 2:00 PM at Magnolia Baptist Church. Services will be officiated by Rev. Wilton Anthony, Rev. David Free and Rev. Carlie Jackson under the direction of Myers Colonial Funeral Home.
The family would also like to extend our heart-felt appreciation to the many wonderful family and friends that helped insure that “MamMaw” was comfortable and felt loved her final months at home. She always said that she was truly blessed to have such wonderful friends in her life. We also want to share our sincere appreciation to Dr. Brian Clements, Hardy Myers, Blake Walker, Cathy Coleman, and Brighton Bridge Hospice (Carla, Anna, Roni, and Lauren) for your compassionate loving care.
William Wayne Hennigan
William Wayne Hennigan, 81, of Merryville, LA, passed from this life on Saturday, April 28, 2018.
Visitation and Funeral Service will be held on Friday, May 11, 2018. Visitation will start at 10:00 AM at the First Apostolic Church in Merryville, LA until the time of Funeral service at 2:00 PM also at the First Apostolic Church. Burial will follow at Cannon cemetery in Merryville, LA.
Those left to cherish his memory are his son, Melton Wayne Hennigan of Mauriceville, TX; daughter, Brenda Kay McKinzie of Merryville, LA; sisters, Alice Marie Boykin of Jasper, TX and Willie Mae Morgan of Jasper, TX; nine grandchildren, twenty-four great grandchildren, three great-great grandchildren and a host of other family and friends
preceded in death by his parents; William & Mary Hennigan; grandson; Lloyd Cooley, brothers; Jack & James Hennigan; sister; Helen Harvey
Services are under the direction of Myers-Colonial Funeral Home in DeRidder, LA.
Derline Marie Whiddon
Derline Marie Whiddon, 68, of DeRidder, LA, passed from this life on May, 4, 2018.
Visitation and Funeral Service will be held Tuesday, May 8, 2018. Visitation will start at 12:00 noon on Tuesday, May 8, 2018 at Myers Colonial Funeral Home, in DeRidder, LA until the time of Funeral service at 3:00 PM also at Myers Colonial Funeral Home. Burial will follow at Foshee cemetery in Merryville, LA.
Those left to cherish her memory are her husband of 52 years, Melvin Whiddon of DeRidder, LA; son, Harris Whiddon of Merryville, LA; daughters, Celeta Dubard & Troy of DeRidder, LA and Tracie Harper of DeRidder, LA; brother, Terry Pitre & Paula of Houma, LA; fifteen grandchildren, eighteen great grandchildren & One on the way, one great great-grandchild and a host of nieces, nephews, family & friends.
She was preceded in death by her, parents: Harris Paul & Genevieve Marie Pitre and brother: Willie Paul Pitre.
Charles Andrew Buffington
Charles Andrew Buffington, 77, of Merryville, LA, passed from this life on Sunday, May 6, 2018.
Those left to cherish his memory are his wife, Mary Buffington of Merryville, LA; step-son, Adam Ellis of Washington State; daughters, Tammy Lewis of Michigan and Kim Girouard of Auburn, ME; step-daughter, Nancy Ellis of Republic, WA; brothers, Kenneth Buffington and Rhonda of Baytown, TX; sister, Linda Neely and Jim of Merryville, LA; two grandchildren, three great grandchildren and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, family and friends.
Jimmy Lee Smith
Jimmy Lee Smith, 69, of Rosepine, LA, passed from this life on Saturday, May 5, 2018.
Jimmy served his country in the United States Army during the Vietnam Conflict. He was a huge Tennessee Titans fan and loved to sit on the porch with a cup of coffee and listen to the birds sing him a song. He was a member of the American Legion, Post 27 for more than 25 years and a life member of the V.F.W. Post 3619. He was a loving husband, father, grandad, brother and friend. He will be truly missed by all who knew and loved him.
Those left to cherish his memory are his wife of 47 years, Patsy Smith of Rosepine, LA; son, Michael Smith of Rosepine, LA; daughter, Vickie Bailey and Larry Jr. of Rosepine, LA; Hershel “Smitty” Smith of DeRidder, LA; three grandchildren, four great grandchildren and a host of other family and friends.
Preceding him in death are his parents, Hershel and Mary Smith; sister, Bobbi Jo Johnson; sons, Donald and James Smith and great grandchild, Braydon Bennett.
Visitation will be held Monday, May 7, 2018 from 5:00 – 9:00 PM at Myers Colonial Funeral Home in DeRidder, LA. Funeral Service will be held Tuesday, May 8, 2018, at 10:00 AM also at Myers Colonial Funeral Home. Burial will follow at Rosepine cemetery in Rosepine, LA.
Phil Boyette
Phil Boyette, 79, of Grant, LA, passed from this life on Wednesday, May 2, 2018.
Mr. Phil served his country during the Korean Conflict in the United States Army. After his military service, he attended college and earned a masters degree in education and taught and coached for several schools in Louisiana. He was an avid knife collector and wrote beautiful poetry. He was a loving husband, father, granddad, and a dedicated Deacon of Palestine Baptist Church in Grant, LA. He was a member of the Gideons’ and provided Bibles to those in need of the Lord’s word.
Those left to cherish his memory are his loving wife of 56 years, Mary S. Boyette; son, Charles Boyette and Dionne of Sulphur, LA; daughter, LeeAnn Maxwell and Brent of Grant, LA; brother, Noah Boyette of Buna, TX; sister, Phyllis Carroll of Alabama; five grandchildren; and a host of extended family, and friends.
He was preceded in death by his parents, John and Mattie Boyette; three brothers: Roger, Buzz and Worth Boyette; two sisters: Johnnie Redding and Annette Townson.
Visitation will be held on Thursday, May 3, 2018 from 5:00-9:00 PM at Palestine Baptist Church in Grant, LA. Funeral service will be held on Friday, May 4, 2018 at 2:00 PM, also at Palestine Baptist Church. Brother Brent Maxwell and Brother Hardy Estes will officiate. Burial will follow.
