Obituaries

May 7, 2025

Connie L. Shumaker

68, of Blanchard, La. Passed on Wednesday May 7, 2025. Connie was the beloved wife of Tony Shumaker. Born to Oscar and Elizabeth Flores on June 30, 1956.

She is preceded in death by Father Oscar Flores, Mother Elizabeth Flores, Sister Vicki Ralev, Brother Larry Talley.

She is survived by her husband Tony Shumaker, Daughter Misty Shumaker, Step daughter Candy...

May 4, 2025

Faye Freeman Singleton went home to be with her Lord and Savior on Sunday, May 4, 2025 with the love of her family by her side. This precious lady is now dancing again with Ralph. Funeral services for Faye will be 2:00 PM, Wednesday, May 7, 2025 at Boone Funeral Home. Interment will follow in Pilgrim Home Cemetery, Ivan, LA....

May 3, 2025

Ragan Burt Madden was born November 28, 1938, in Ruston, LA and died May 3, 2025 after a hard fought battle with cancer. He grew up in Ruston attending Ruston High School, where he played on the 1956 State Championship basketball team his senior year. He graduated from Louisiana Tech University in 1960, and then attended Auburn University where he...

May 2, 2025

Sharon Golden of Elm Grove, LA was born August 28, 1954 in Pineville, LA to Earl Warren, Jr and Helen Warren.  She entered Heaven's gates May 2, 2025, surrounded by family.  Sharon was a member of Grace Tabernacle.

Preceding Sharon in death are her parents.  She is survived by the love of her life and husband of 53 years, Ronny Golden;...

May 2, 2025

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May 1, 2025

Marcia Lynn Widlund, 69, of Shreveport, passed away at her home on May 1st, 2025. We are truly saddened by this loss as we loved her dearly. Our family holds strong in our faith that she is now in the arms of God.

Marcia was a daughter, sister, mother, auntie, grandmother and a great-grandmother.

She is survived by her 3 children: Deidre...

Apr 29, 2025

James Michael “Mike” Mercik was born on November 16, 1974, in Bossier City, LA. He passed away on April 29, 2025, with his wife and sister by his side.

Mike was a vibrant soul—standing up for what he believed in with a strong will and loving heart. His mission in life was to spread laughter with everyone he came across. Mike...

Apr 29, 2025

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Apr 27, 2025

Floyd Lee Hoskins, age 82, passed away on April 27, 2025.  He was born on March 5, 1943, in Kankakee, Illinois, to the late General and Grace Hoskins.  He was also preceded in death by his brother, Jerry Hoskins.  Floyd is survived by his nephews Brad and Jeff, sons of Jerry.

A proud veteran, Floyd served in the United States Air...

Apr 27, 2025

Patricia Miles, 67, of Doyline, La, passed away on April 27, 2025.

Patricia aka "Mouse" was born in Corry Pennsylvania.  She was a loving mother, grandmother, sister, Aunt, and friend.  She was a great cook that loved family gatherings, fishing and an avid reader.  She never let a good book get by.

Patricia was preceded in death by her mother and father,...

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Apr 20, 2025

Penny Worley Obituary:

Penuel “Penny” Hayes Worley September 29, 1937 – April 20, 2025

After fighting the good fight, Penuel “Penny” Hayes Worley went home to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on April 20, 2025.

Penny was born in Shreveport, Louisiana, and grew up on Cross Lake, where he and his brother Bo spent many mischievous afternoons flinging Chinaberries at...

Apr 17, 2025

Heather was a beautiful person both inside and out.

She was born in New Orleans spending her early childhood there, then grew up in Alabama and also spent a good part of her life in Mandeville LA, so she had the chance to experience life from the city and country.

Her nickname was Lil Boss, and boy did she live up to...

Apr 17, 2025

April 17, 2025 - Went to Fly with the Angels

Jimmie "Andy" Anderson, a man whose heart was as big as his laugh, took his final flight April 17, 2025 to be with his wife, brother, sisters and friends.  A proud Army veteran and a seasoned oilfield worker, Andy lived his life with courage, kindness, and a wit that could light...

Apr 17, 2025