Cecile Bowles
Oct 13, 2026
Cecile Bowles passed away on October 13, 2026, at the age of 95.
Born on March 25, 1931, Cecile lived a long life that spanned many decades of change and history. She will be remembered with respect and affection by those who knew her.
Her passing marks the end of a life well lived, and her memory will remain with all who...
Beverly W Epps
Oct 13, 2026
With heavy hearts and gratitude for her beautiful life, we announce the passing of our beloved mother, Beverly Wilson Epps, a lifelong resident of the St. Joseph Community in Franklin, Louisiana. She departed this earthly life on October 13, 2026, surrounded by Her Girls, family, church members, and friends.
A devoted mother, educator, and faithful servant of God, she spent her...
Larry Sereal
Oct 11, 2026
Jeanerette, LA
A Celebration of Life for Larry Sereal, will be held Saturday, October 24 2026, at 1:00 PM at First Jerusalem Baptist Church in Jeanerette, LA.
Visitation will be Saturday, October 24, 2026, from 11:00 AM until the commencement of the celebration at First Jerusalem Baptist Church in Jeanerette, LA.
Larry will be interred at St. Marks Cemetery in Jeanerette, LA.
MK Dixon...
Johnnie Butler
Oct 11, 2026
Johnnie Butler, 73, of Franklin, LA, transitioned peacefully on Sunday, October 11, 2026. He was born December 4th, 1952, to the late Leroy Butler, Sr. and Margaret (Freeman) Narcisse.
He will be remembered for his immeasurable contributions to his community as owner of Butler’s Foodarama, his position as a public school teacher for over 2 decades at Franklin Junior High School,...
Gloria Payton
Oct 4, 2026
Patterson, LA
A Celebration of Life for Gloria Payton, will be held Saturday, October 17, 2026, at 11:00 AM at Good Hope Baptist Church in Patterson, LA.
Visitation will be Saturday, October 17, 2026, from 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM, Good Hope Baptist Church in Patterson, LA.
Gloria will be interred at New Salem Baptist Cemetery in Patterson, LA.
Gloria Ann Williams Payton, was...
Barbara Tardy
Oct 2, 2026
A Mass of Christian Burial for Barbara Tardy, will be celebrated on Saturday, October 10, 2026, 11:00 AM, Our Lady of the Rosary Catholic Church in Jeanerette, LA.
Visitation will be Saturday October 10, 2026, from 9:00 AM -11:00 AM. The Rosary will be prayed at 10:00 AM, followed by Tributes and Expressions of Love at 10:30 AM at Our Lady...
Ivory "Moo Moo" Kelly
Oct 1, 2026
Baldwin, LA
On Thursday, October 1, 2026, God sent His angel to deliver Ivory Kelly Sr. to his eternal resting place, surrounded by loved ones.
"Moo Moo," as he was fondly called, was the only child born on November 16, 1928, to the late Jack McKinley Kelly and Ethel McGandy of Alice B. He was also the stepson of Joseph Spain. He...
Eugene “Russell” Williams
Sep 28, 2026
A Mass of Christian Burial honoring the life of Eugene Williams will be celebrated Saturday, October 3, 2026, 10:30 AM, St. Rose of Lima, Cecilia, LA
Visitation will be Saturday, October 3, 2026, 7:00 AM - 9:30 AM at Kinchen Funeral Home, 1011 N St Antoine Street, Lafayette, LA 70501.
He will be interred in St. Rose of Lima Catholic Church Cemetery.
Eugene...
Dorothy M Pentard
Sep 22, 2026
New York, New York
A Celebration of Life for Dorothy Pentard, will be held Friday,October 9, 2026, at 1:00 PM at MK Dixon Funeral Home in Baldwin, LA.
Visitation will be Friday, October 9, 2026, from 11:00 AM until the commencement of the celebration at MK Dixon Funeral Home in Baldwin, LA.
Dorothy will be interred at Special Providence Baptist Cemetery in Baldwin,...
Lawrence Delasbour
Sep 12, 2026
Lawrence Delasbour's life began on August 3, 1949. He was born in Franklin, Louisiana to Viola Alexander and Rogers Delasbour. He was raised with love and guidance by his grandparents, Eugene and Anna Delasbour, who played an important role in shaping the man he would become.
Franklin was more than the place where Lawrence was born it was always home. No...
Manuel Paul "Big O" Willis, Sr.
Sep 4, 2026
Manuel Paul Willis, Sr. was born on October 4, 1963, to Doris Fleming and Clarence Willis, Jr. On September 4, 2026, Manuel departed this earthly life, leaving behind a loving family and a lifetime of memories that will forever be cherished.
Manuel was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, brother, provider, and friend. He shared 32 years of marriage with his beloved...
Larry Michael Lowe, Sr
Aug 27, 2026
Larry Michael Lowe, Sr. was born of flesh on October 29, 1954, in Charenton, Louisiana and was swept into glory on August, 27, 2026 at his home in Franklin, Louisiana. Larry shares a life of 41 years with Greta Lowe. Together, they built a faith-filled family of four children: Larry Lowe, Jr. of Decatur, Georgia; Ezra Lowe and Tori Lowe,...
Elsie Mae Lightfoot
Aug 24, 2026
Franklin, LA
A Celebration of Life for Elsie Lightfoot, will be held Saturday, September 5, 2026, at 2:00 PM at MK Dixon Funeral Home in Baldwin, LA.
Visitation will be Saturday, September 5, 2026, from 12:00 PM until the commencement of the celebration at MK Dixon Funeral Home in Baldwin, LA.
Elsie will be interred at Nazarene Cemetery in Verdunville, LA.
Elsie Mae Lou-Lah...
Robert W. "Bob" Auerbach
Aug 21, 2026
Robert “Bob” W. Auerbach, a longtime resident of Cypremort Point, Louisiana, died on August 21, 2026. He was 89 years old.
Bob’s story began a long way from the Louisiana coast. Born in 1937 in the Flatbush neighborhood of Brooklyn, New York, he attended LaSalle Military Academy before eventually making his way south to attend the University of Southwestern Louisiana, where...
Corstine Robertson
Aug 21, 2026
Four Corners, LA
A Celebration of Life for Corstine Robertson, will be held Saturday, September 5, 2026, at 11:00 AM at Macedonia Baptist Church in Ashton, LA.
Visitation will be Saturday, September 5, 2026, from 9:00 AM until the commencement of the celebration at Macedonia Baptist Church in Ashton, LA.
Corstine will be interred at Macedonia Cemetery in Ashton, LA.
MK Dixon Funeral Home,...
Delores Davis
Aug 19, 2026
New Iberia, LA
A Celebration of Life for Delores Davis, will be held Saturday,August 29, 2026, at 11:00 AM at Pentecostals of Lydia Church in New Iberia, LA.
Visitation will be Saturday, August 29, 2026, from 9:00 AM until the commencement of the celebration at Pentecostals of Lydia Church in New Iberia, LA.
Delores will be interred at Morning Pilgrim Cemetery in Jeanerette,...
Marion Sonnier
Aug 18, 2026
Marion Sonnier, known for her warm spirit and dedication to family and faith, passed away on Tuesday, August 18, 2026. A lifelong resident of Franklin, LA, she was a cherished member of St. John Missionary Baptist Church, under the leadership of Rev. Ulysses Mitchell.
She leaves behind her beloved daughter, Veronica Simpson, of Jeanerette, LA, along with five grandchildren and six...
Joseph "T Joe" Hunt, III
Aug 8, 2026
Jeanerette, LA
Joseph Hunt, III, was born in New Iberia, LA, on June 21,1983. He was born to Joseph Hunt, Jr. and Myrna Hunt. He was the third child of five.
Joseph was reared in Jeanerette, LA, where he attended St. Charles Elementary and graduated from Jeanerette Sr. High School in 2002. "T-Joe" as he was affectionately known as was the life...
Clarence "Clipper" Lewis, Jr.
Aug 1, 2026
“ I have fought a good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith” 2 Timothy 4:7
Clarence Lewis Jr. was born on August 23, 1944, to the late Clarence Sr. and Idella Lewis in Four Corners, LA. He departed this life on Saturday, August 1, 2026.
Clarence attended Thomas Gibbs Elementary. He resided in Baldwin and Four Corners,...
Leona "Cookie" Brent
Jul 24, 2026
Baldwin, LA
A Celebration of Life for Leona “Cookie” Brent, will be held Saturday, August 15, 2026, at 1:00 PM at MK Dixon Funeral Home in Baldwin, LA.
Visitation will be Saturday, August 15, 2026, from 12:30 PM until the commencement of the celebration at MK Dixon Funeral Home in Baldwin, LA.
Leona will be interred at Greater New Hope Cemetery in Baldwin,...
