Good morning, friends!
A Scripture to Memorize
“This Book of the Law shall not depart from your mouth, but you shall meditate in it day and night, that you may observe to do according to all that is written in it. For then you will make your way prosperous, and then you will have good success.”
Joshua 1:8
Prayer Focus
As you hear from friends and family today, take time to pray for each one of them. Also, pray for the children, teenagers, young adults, and senior adults in your neighborhood.
Read the Bible in 2026
- November 13
- Jeremiah 7-9
Obituaries
Judy Catherine Walker
February 28, 1951 – November 10, 2010
Judy Catherine Hyde Walker, a resident of Tellico Plains, TN, and formerly of Chesbrough, LA, went home to be with the Lord on November 10, 2026 following a long and courageous battle with dementia. She passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by her loved ones.
Judy was preceded in death by her beloved son, Kevin Egnew; her parents, Claude Hyde Sr. and Ethel Hyde; her brother, Claude Hyde Jr., and his wife, Sherry; her brother-in-law, Anthony Rick; and her first husband, Robert Egnew.
Judy was a kind, happy, and loving wife and sister who brought joy to everyone around her. She never met a stranger and will always be remembered for her beautiful smile, warm heart, and special love for children. She was baptized in 1964, at Chesbrough Baptist Church, in Louisiana. Her love of music was evident through the more than 30 years she spent playing the piano. Her gentle spirit, kindness, and love for others touched countless lives and will forever be cherished by those who knew her.
She is survived by her loving husband of 14 years, William “Barry” Walker of Tellico Plains, TN; her bonus son and daughter-in-law, Lee and Ena Walker; her bonus daughter and son-in-law, Erin W. and Darin Heltz; and her cherished grandchildren, Bella Walker, Jacob Walker, Logen Heltz, and Ava Heltz.
Judy is also survived by her loving sister, Melanie H. Rick; several special nieces and nephews; and her devoted personal caregiver, Sarah Lynn, whom she loved dearly.
The family would like to express their heartfelt gratitude to everyone who provided love, support, and compassionate care to Judy during the time of need. Special thanks are extended to her devoted caregiver, Sarah Lynn; her loving sister, Melanie; her wonderful neighbors, the Taylors; Adoration Home Health; Adoration Hospice; Jamie at Access Medical; Laura; and the many others who offered their kindness and support.
The family will receive friends from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon Saturday, November 14, 2026 at Myers Funeral Home. The funeral service will follow at 12:00 noon in the chapel with Rev. Kenny Taylor officiating. Family and friends will assemble Sunday, November 15, 2026 at Ironsburg Cemetery, for the 1:00 p.m. committal service.
Judy’s beautiful smile, loving heart, and gentle spirit will be deeply missed, but the memories she leaves behind will forever remain in the hearts of her family and friends.
Thelmer Delois Bergeron
August 16, 1934 — November 11, 2026
Roseland, LA
A resident of Roseland, LA, passed away on Wednesday, November 11, 2026 at Landmark Nursing Home in Hammond, LA. She was born August 16, 1934 in Greensburg, LA and was 92 years of age. She is survived by nieces and nephews, David Robertson (Sandy), Edward Robertson (Felicia) and Arlene Cheatham; great-nieces and nephews, Jimmie Singleton Jr. (Jonnie), Angela Simmons (Ray), Jessica Willis (Cole), Michael Cheatham, Rebecca Hodge (Chris), Anna Pritchard (Vance), and Amanda Robertson; great-great-niece and nephew, Brittany Anthony and Justin Anthony (Colbi); and numerous great-great-great-nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband, Frank Bergeron Jr.; her parents, Arch and Lela Robertson; her brothers, Hooty Robertson and Archie Robertson; niece, Diane Hobbs; great-great-niece, Amber Singleton; and nephew, Joey Cheatham; and Tweety, her bird for 24 years. She enjoyed her last years with the kids and dogs. Visitation at McKneely Funeral Home, Amite, from 9:00AM until Religious Services at 11:00AM on Monday, November 16, 2026. Interment Greenoaks Memorial Park, Baton Rouge, LA. Serving as pallbearers will be Milton Husband, Dylan Husband, Justin Anthony, Cass Anthony, David Robertson, Jimmie Singleton, and Teebo Husser. Honorary pallbearers will be Kole Anthony, Konnor Anthony, Bryar Husband, and Coby Husband. For an online guestbook, visit http://www.mckneelys.com.
Merium Joann Miller Hartner
July 19, 1936 — November 10, 2026
Angleton, TX
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A resident of Angleton, TX, passed away on Tuesday, November 10, 2026 at Country Village Care in Angleton, TX. She was born July 19, 1936 in Amite, LA and was 90 years of age. She is survived by her son, Robert “Bob” Alton Hartner and wife, Terri Jane Hartner; grandchildren, Adam Hartner, Kristy Hartner, Sonia Godfrey and husband, John, Mandy Kay and husband, Lee, Kent Hartner and wife, Amy, Janice Watson and husband, Brian; great-grandchildren, Jackson Ochs, Paisley Kay, Gavin Hartner, Peyton Lieb, Harper Lieb, Poppy Kay, John Pleasant Godfrey, Dionne Watson, and Bastian Watson. Preceded in death by her parents, Ivy and Margaret Miller; husband, Ted Hartner; brothers, Alvin and Glenn Miller; and son, Perry Hartner. Visitation at First Baptist Church of Greensburg from 9:00AM until religious services at 11:00AM on Saturday, November 14, 2026. Services conducted by Rev. Shawn Ostoj. Interment Greensburg Cemetery, Greensburg, LA. Pallbearers will be Peyton Lieb, Gavin Hartner, Kent Hartner, Adam Hartner, Brian Watson, and Lee Kay. Honorary pallbearers will be Jackson Ochs, John Pleasant Godfrey, John Godfrey and Bastian Watson. McKneely Funeral Home, Amite, in charge of arrangements. For an online guestbook, visit http://www.mckneelys.com.
If you do not know some of these ladies, please pray for their family and friends anyway.
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Sunday School Lesson
Information was posted yesterday. Be prepared for class Sunday.
Missions O.C.C.
Today, I need to remind you the Operation Christmas Child Drop-Off Week begins Monday and runs for a week. Times for drop-off vary, so pay attention to both the date and time. Look back in TPL or look up Operation Christmas Child Drop-Off Days. If you are not sure you have the correct date and time, call the office of FBC, Kentwood at 985-229-8111.
Sunday is coming! I look forward to seeing many of you at FBC, Kentwood. Don’t forget to bring a dish or two of your favorite food to share.
Anna Lee
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