Obituaries

Jan 12, 2025

Ivan Eugene McKinney was born on June 7, 1935 to William and Ruth McKinney. He was the first of three boys. He departed this earthly world peacefully at home on January 12, 2025. Family and friend visitation will be 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. on January 24, 2025. The Funeral Service will follow at 10:00 a.m. The Graveside Service will...

Jan 12, 2025

James M. Guiden Jr. passed away peacefully on January 12, 2025. He was born in Gloster Louisiana to parents Rev. James M. and Lenora Guiden, as the younger of eight children. 

In 1951, James enlisted in the US Navy. He served on the USS Hooper Island. The USS Hooper Island was a decorated ship during WWII and the Korean War. It...

Jan 11, 2025

Jan 10, 2025

Friday, January 10, 2025, our heavenly Father called his beloved and faithful servant home to be with the Lord. She fulfilled her job well as a mother, grandmother, wife, daughter, sister, and friend to many.

Pam was the sixth child born to the late John Jr. and Josephine Lott on October 27, 1955, in Shreveport, Louisiana. She resided in Princeton until...

Jan 10, 2025

                                                                         PATRICIA LAWSON SINGLETARY

A MEMORIAL SERVICE TO HONOR THE LIFE OF PATRICIA SINGLETARY WILL BE HELD ON SATURDAY JANUARY 25, 2025 AT 1:00 PM AT...

Jan 9, 2025

Elana Taylor Franks was born on February 1, 2007 to Greg and Lisa Franks and was the younger sister to Braden Franks. She was called home to be with Jesus on January 9, 2025. Although her time on earth was short, her impact on others was and will continue to be immense.

Elana was raised in Haughton, LA, and was a...

Jan 8, 2025

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Jan 7, 2025

Jan 5, 2025

Nell Rose Duke, 85, of Shongaloo, LA passed away on January 5, 2025.

The memorial service will be held at 1:00 p.m. on January 25, 2025 at Old Shongaloo Rock Church. Dr. Ronnie Burns and Dr. Jeff Smart will be officiating.

Nell Rose was born in Springhill, Louisiana on December 26, 1939. She graduated from Shongaloo High School and continued on to...

Jan 5, 2025

Jan 4, 2025

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of our dear Momma Shirley, Shirley Mae Remo, who departed this life on Saturday, January 4, 2025 after a challenging yet beautifully lived life.  She was a wonderful mother, a true friend and beacon of light. She was always there when anyone needed her the most, offering support, wisdom, guidance,...

Dec 31, 2024

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Betty Louise Burgett Dickerson Burns passed away on December 31, 2024 at the age of 99. She was born on February 26, 1925 on Boothill in Dodge City, Kansas to Charles and Jessie Burgett.

Betty grew up in Hutchinson and McPherson, Kansas and moved to Shreveport in 1946 when she married Olan Dickerson of Winnfield, La. They had 3 children. Michael,...

Dec 30, 2024

Dec 30, 2024

Billie Jean Smith

May 27, 1928 – December 30, 2024

 Jean Smith went to be with the Lord on December 30, 2024 at the age of 96.

She is preceded in death by her parents, Percy and Erma Bernard; sisters, Juanita McClimas, Kay Langford and Polly Brown; husband, Marshall Smith; and son, Ronnie Smith.

She is survived by daughter, Frances Mann; granddaughter, Jackie Cavanaugh;...

Dec 28, 2024

Glenda Fay Hale Baker, 72, a resident of Keithville, LA, for over 40 years, passed away on December 28, 2024, in her home, surrounded by her loved ones.

 Glenda was born on August 19, 1952, in Newellton, LA. She was the second of four children born to Doyle and Faye Hale. She met her husband Wayne Baker when they were in...

Dec 28, 2024

Donald E. Strong

SHREVEPORT, LA - Memorial Services will be held Friday, January 3, 2025, at Boone Funeral Home in Bossier City.

Don was born in Bridgewater, Iowa on February 27, 1931, to Floyd C. and Bessie M. Stuart Strong.

He went home to be with the Lord December 28, 2024, at the age of 93.

He was preceded in death by his parents,...

Dec 27, 2024

Dec 25, 2024

Elaine LaGrange, 77, was born in Big Springs, TX in 1947 to Lily Beatrice and Ira Norrell. Elaine worked as a custodian at Bossier Elementary for the school board for over 20 years.

Elaine is survived by her ex-husband John LaGrange; daughter Pamela Jensen and son Dustin LaGrange. Her grandchildren include Brandi Brown, Richard Jensen Jr., Kirsten, Karlie, Katie, Caleb and...

Dec 24, 2024

Albert (Pop) Lopez,59, of Bossier City, passed on December 24, 2024 in the presence of family and friends. He was born in Shreveport LA to Mary Moore and Albert Lomas on April 14, 1965.  Albert Graduated from Airline High School and was very intelligent.  He lived life to the fullest and never met a stranger. He also loved to play...