Obituaries

Feb 6, 2026

Teresa Margaret Aegerter was born into this world on January 11, 1954, to Augustine “Gus” and Allie Mae Matusicky. She left us to be with our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ and our Heavenly Father on February 6, 2026, at the age of 72, after a long-fought battle with cancer. She’ll be remembered for her larger-than-life smile, laugh, and genuine...

Feb 4, 2026

Feb 2, 2026

Norma Elizabeth Sandoval peacefully passed away on February 2, 2026. She was a warm and devoted mother to three daughters, a loving grandmother-Nana to nine grandchildren, and a proud great-grandmother to two.

She is lovingly survived by her daughters Lorraine Tarango with her spouse Manny Tarango, Stephanie Vandergriff, and Brittany Thomas. Her beloved grandchildren include Geneva Tarango, Dario Tarango, Brianna Tarango,...

Jan 30, 2026

Henry Lee Mecom passed away on Jan. 30, 2026. He was born on Aug. 10, 1934, to Bud and Eunice B. Mecom.

Henry lived a full life working, caring for his family, hobbies- fishing and hunting. He loved his family and spent as much quality time as possible with them.

Proceeded in death: his loving wife Deloris S. Mecom, his son in...

Jan 28, 2026

Kenneth David Cardwell, known as David, passed away on Janurary 28th, 2026 at his home in Athens, La. He is proceeded in death by his mother, Billie Sue Lenard Cardwell, and Carol Kenneth “Buck” Cardwell, his brother Wade Cardwell and baby sister, Susie. He is survived by his sister Teresa Ferguson, her husband Keith, a plethora of Lenard cousins, two...

Jan 28, 2026

Jason Patrick LaCombe, age 50 of Benton, Louisiana passed away on January 28, 2026, surrounded by his loved ones after a short battle with terminal bladder cancer. He was a man who will always be remembered for his unwavering sense of humor.

Born and raised in Benton, Louisiana to father Francis LaCombe (Frenchie) and wife Sarah Eberhardt LaCombe (Sally) and to...

Jan 28, 2026

Rosanne Russo Wells, a devoted educator and beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away peacefully on January 28, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of dedication, compassion, and joyful service to others.

Born on September 8, 1950, Rosanne felt called to the teaching profession early in life. A devout Catholic, she attended St. John’s and later graduated from St. Vincent’s Academy in...

Jan 27, 2026

Graveside services for Robert L Lance, 85, will be held on Tuesday, February 3, 2026, 11:30 AM at the Lay cemetery in Benton, Louisiana with visitation beginning at 10:30 AM. Officiating will be Richard Beeman and Mike Palmer, pastor of Red River Baptist Church.

Robert was born on February 2, 1940, at Barksdale Air Force Base, Bossier City, Louisiana. He left...

Jan 24, 2026

Raymond Rand “Randy” McHenry, 76, of Bossier City, Louisiana, passed away on Saturday, January 24, 2026, surrounded by his wife and kids. Randy was born on May 15, 1949, in Tulsa, Oklahoma, to Lt. Col. Raymond Ralph McHenry and Imogene Fallen McHenry. He grew up in Bossier City, was a 1967 graduate of Airline High School, and later attended Louisiana...

Jan 24, 2026

Mary Nell Rhodes Jefferson was born on August 19, 1942 and entered into her eternal rest in heaven on January 24, 2026. She was born and raised in Benton, LA, and was the oldest daughter of Alvin and Lucille Rhodes. At the time of her death, she was a resident of Marion, Alabama. Mary was a former member of Cypress...

Jan 22, 2026

Martha Kimble-Cooper, 77, of Bossier City, Louisiana, passed away on January 22, 2026, after a long illness.

She was preceded in death by her “mother, Ever Dean Kimble; husband, Sam Cooper Sr.; brother, Sammy Lee Burch; granddaughters, Michele Alnora Mitchell and Margaret Rene Dorsey; and son-in-law, Roy Lee Henderson.”

Martha is survived by her daughters, Mary Cooper-Carter (Chris), Jacqueline Cooper-Henderson (Roy), and...

Jan 18, 2026

William L Henderson, 81, fondly known as "Bill" of Shreveport, Louisiana passed away on January 18, 2026 peacefully at his home.

William was born in Shreveport, Louisiana on September 3, 1944. In 1962, he graduated from the very first graduating class of Bethune High School in Shreveport. A love for spiritual conversations and a relationship with his heavenly father started early...

Jan 17, 2026

Frank Farwell Boston, 76, of Ida, LA, passed away January 17, 2026 after a long illness.

 Frank is survived by his sons, Chris Boston and Devin Boston and daughter Allison Ponchak. He was blessed with four precious granddaughters. Frank is also survived by his sisters, Janet Hobgood and Carol Zeisler and his brother John Boston. Frank was preceded in death by...

Jan 13, 2026

John Ward Griffith (Johnny / JW)

John Ward Griffith, affectionately known as Johnny or JW, age 70, of Bossier City, Louisiana, passed away on Tuesday, January 13, 2026, surrounded by love and comfort from his family, following a lengthy illness.

Visitation will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, January 17, 2026, at Boone Funeral Home, located at 2156 Airline Drive, Bossier...

Jan 12, 2026

Paulamai “Penny” Todd Claudis

Penny Todd Claudis passed away on January 12, 2026, at the age of 89.

Born on September 20, 1936, she was a life-long resident of Shreveport. She attended St. Vincent’s Academy and was a proud graduate of Fair Park High School’s Class of 1954. She earned her bachelor’s degree from Centenary College and her master’s degree from Louisiana...

Jan 7, 2026

Elizabeth Lynn Wheelis Wheeler Kratz, age 80 of Bossier City, Louisiana, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, January 7, 2026.

Elizabeth Lynn Kratz, known lovingly as Lynn, was born on August 27, 1945, to Major John B. and Mary Elizabeth (Betty) (Abernathy) Wheelis in Jackson, Mississippi.

Lynn graduated from Bossier City High School and went on to devote her life to what mattered...

Jan 7, 2026

Leslie Paul Rape, lovingly known as Les, was born on December 13, 1950, in Galveston, Texas, to Paul Bates Rape and Maurice Martin Rape. He passed from this life on January 7, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of loyalty, laughter, and love that will not be forgotten. 

Les was preceded in death by his parents; his wife of nearly 46 years,...

Jan 3, 2026

Donald Gene Glasgow, age 76 of Bossier City, Louisiana, passed away on January 3, 2026. Donald was a man who lived life with spirit and charm. He loved riding horses and motorcycles, passions that stayed with him throughout his life. In his later years, when riding was no longer possible, he found joy in drawing horses and motorcycles, capturing on...

Jan 2, 2026

Daniel Guy Holbrook, born December 28, 1970, passed away on January 2, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of love, laughter, and unwavering devotion to his family.

Daniel was a great and devoted father to Brandon Lee and Brendan Guy, whom he loved fiercely and proudly. He was a loving son to Mary Holbrook, and a cherished sibling to Theresa, Mickey, and...

Dec 29, 2025

Renda Stinson King, 77, passed away on December 29, 2025 in Bossier City, Louisiana.

Renda was born on February 9, 1948 in Ashdown, Arkansas to Thurman Allen and Frances Ella Jones Stinson. Renda went to college at Northwestern State University in Natchitoches, Louisiana where she received her Bachelor of Education, and met her husband of 46 years, Ronald King. She received...