Good morning. October is just around the corner. Hopefully, some cooler weather is too!
A Scripture to Begin our Day
“Give, and it will be given to you. A good measure, pressed down, shaken together, and running over, will be poured into your lap. For with the measure you use, it will be measured to you.” Luke 6:38
Prayer Focus
There have been a number of deaths in the last week or so. Please pray for all these families and their many friends.
Read the Bible in 2026
- September 23
- Psalm 58-65
Obituaries – There have been a number of deaths lately. It’s like watching your life roll by when you think of all the recent deaths and your connections.
Ann Patrice Lee Phillips
November 8, 1950 — September 19, 2026
Slidell, LA
A resident of Slidell, LA, passed away on Saturday, September 19, 2026 at Slidell Memorial Hospital in Slidell, LA. She was born November 8, 1950 in Baton Rouge, LA and was 75 years of age. She is survived by her husband, George Phillips; daughter, Courtney Phillips Abadie; grandchildren, David, Daniel, and Lily Abadie; sister, Arlene Alston and husband, Jeff; brother, Robbie Lee and Ronda Durbin; and numerous nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by her parents, Robert Wallace Lee and Dorothy Ann Robinson Lee. Ann’s wishes were to have her services held privately. For an online guestbook, visit http://www.mckneelys.com.
Ronald Wayne “Ronnie” Ricks
August 24, 1955 — September 18, 2026
Canton, MS
Ronald Wayne “Ronnie” Ricks peacefully passed away, surrounded by loved ones, at his home in Canton, MS, on Friday, September 18, 2026. He was born on August 24, 1955 in Kentwood, LA and was 71 years of age. Ronnie was a member of Pinelake Church.
Ronnie grew up competing in sports his entire life and was a graduate of Valley Forge Academy in 1974. Ronnie was known for his love of all things sports, especially anything that involved his beloved Ole Miss Rebels. He enjoyed working out and playing golf daily. He also loved spending time in Oxford and going to sporting events at Ole Miss.
Ronnie retired from the U S Postal Service where he held numerous positions throughout his career. Ronnie and Susan spent their time attending ballgames for the Indianapolis Colts, Denver Broncos, and New York Giants during the Manning years.
Ronnie is survived by his wife of nearly 25 years, Susan Haygood Ricks; his children Rondi Ricks, Canton, MS; Robert Ricks, Baton Rouge, LA; Kristin Rattray (Frank), Mandeville, LA; Joel Cupit (Joanna), Woodville, MS; Grandchildren, Karlynne, John Carey, Shelby, Ian and Cole.
He is also survived by his siblings Layton Ricks and wife, Susan; Judy Garcia and husband, Larry; along with numerous nieces, nephews, great nieces and great nephews.
Ronnie was preceded in death by his parents, Luther and Eyvonne Ricks; niece Jessica N. Garcia and Larry Garcia II.
Visitation will be held at McKneely Funeral Home, Kentwood, LA from 10:00 AM until services at 1:00 pm on Saturday, September 26, 2026. Services will be conducted by Chris Wales. Interment at Woodland Cemetery, Kentwood, LA.
Pallbearers will be Cole Cupit, Brien LeBlanc, Mark Miller, Rick Prine, Nick Rogers, and John Carey Stephens, Jr. Honorary Pallbearers will be 1974 VFA Football Team Members.
In lieu of flowers please make donations to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105.
Please wear red, navy or powder blue to honor Ronnie’s love to his Ole Miss Rebels!
Barry Keith McNabb
January 30, 1954 — September 21, 2026
Kentwood, LA
Barry Keith McNabb, a resident of Kentwood, La, passed away unexpectedly on Monday September 21, 2026 at Hood Memorial Hospital in Amite, La. He was born January 30, 1954, in Kentwood, La and was 72 years of age. Barry was a devoted husband, loving father and grandfather, accomplished welder and welding instructor, lifelong horse and cattleman, outdoorsman, athlete and friend to many. Most importantly he was a Christian. Barry was a member of New Zion Baptist Church and attended Pine Ridge Church. A graduate of Greensburg High School and Southwest Community College, where he was later inducted into the Football Hall of Fame. He was a welder by trade and earned his CWI through the American Welding Society. Upon retiring from from the refineries, he earned his teaching degree from McNeese state University where he went on to teach welding at NTCC, Greensburg Campus. Retiring from NTCC, sitting still was not in his nature. He started Bearcat’s Hay Bailing and worked that business until his passing. He is survived by his beloved and devoted wife of 51 years, Helen Ballard McNabb, four daughters: Bridgette Hughes (JD), Beth Day (Jeff), Brooke Hughes (Lee) and Ishalyn Ballard. Seven grandchildren: Preston Day (Callie), Hadlee Monroe Day, Parker Hughes, Annabel Hughes, Sarah Ann Hughes, Ashton Broussard and Annsley Broussard. Brother in law Walter Ballard (Peggy), sister in law and brother in law Nellin and Ronny Webb. Numerous special friends, neighbors, former students, coworkers and football buddies. He was proceeded in death by his parents Robert Lee McNabb and Nannie Belle Sanders McNabb, brothers Johnny McNabb and Bobby McNabb, sister Ann McNabb Huff, sister in law Minnie Bridges McNabb, brothers in law Lynn Huff and David Ballard and his father and mother in law Ishmel and Sarah Ann Ballard. The family extends a special and heartfelt thanks to Dr. J. W. Varnado for his care and friendship. Visitation will be held at Pine Ridge Church from 5:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. on Thursday, September 24, 2026 and will resume at 9:00 a.m. on Friday, September 25, 2026 until religious services at 11:00 a.m. Services will be conducted by the Reverend Doctor Michael Townsend. Interment will follow at New Zion Cemetery in Kentwood, La.
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Another Scripture
“For even the Son of Man did not come to be served, but to serve, and to give his life as a ransom for many.” Mark 10:45
Choose Your Personal Missions for Today
Most of us have favorite ways to communicate with others. That may be by phone or it person. It might involve food, a telephone, or church literature. It might involve a printed list or verbal prompts. Sometimes you speak, but sometimes a pen or a screen is involved. I could continue this list, but I think you understand what I am saying. Choose your method and be an impact on others.
One Last Scripture
“Each one should use whatever gift he has received to serve others, faithfully administering God’s grace in its various forms.” 1 Peter 4:10
Reminder: Ladies, you are invited to Pine Ridge for the Bible Study today at noon. We are learning about Ruth.
Anna Lee
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