Category: Death Notice(s)

Monday Afternoon

Address Change

Baton Rouge Neuroscience Rehab 6th Floor

Mrs. Carol Jean Gill #604

10101 Park Rowe Avenue

Baton Rouge,LA 70810

Caroline Cutrer is in Jackson for more chemo.  Continue to pray for her and for her family.

Keith Allen is having back problems.  Pray he gets the attention he needs.

Mr. John “Jack” Birch, brother of Mrs. Jane Duncan, Mrs. Carolyn Easley, and others passed away this morning.  He was also a cousin to Mrs. Shirley Frazier, Mr. Kenneth Birch, and others,  Please keep the Birch family in your prayers.

Allan Stewart Ritchie, Jr.
(July 17, 1927 – March 19, 2012)

Allan Stewart Ritchie, Jr. was born July 17, 1927 and passed away at 1:36 a.m., Monday, March 19, 2012 at his residence surrounded by his loving family. He was 84, a native of New Orleans and a resident of Denham Springs. Mr. Allan served our country during WWII in the US Navy.

He is survived by his son, Francis Ritchie and wife Brenda; 2 grandsons, Robert Allan Ritchie and wife Christine & Daniel Stewart Ritchie and wife Parrish; great-grandson, Dean Ritchie; sister, Theonne Kuykendall; also nieces, nephews and extended family.

Preceded in death by his wife, Ella Mae Crowe Ritchie; parents, Allan S. Ritchie, Sr. and Teddie Fullenbach Ritchie; son, Dennis Michael Ritchie.

Graveside Celebration of Life Services will be held at Shiloh Cemetery (Bell Road) on Tuesday, March 20, 2012 at 10:00 a.m. with Rev. Sandy Sherman officiating. Interment in Shiloh Cemetery

Family would like to thank St. Joseph Hospice nurses and staff for their loving care of Mr. Allan and his family.

Family request Memorial donations be made to St. Joseph Hospice, 5215 Essen Ln, Baton Rouge, LA 70809 or any Hospice of your choice.

McKneely & Vaughn Funeral Home, Amite, in charge of arrangements.

An on-line-Guestbook is available at www. mckneelyvaughnfh.com

McKneely & Vaughn Funeral Home, Amite, is located at I-55N (Exit 46) and Hwy 16W behind Mr. Tom’s Car Wash, Bond Eye Clinic and Holiday Inn Express.

Wednesday Evening

Mrs. Rebecca Moak

Just a note to let you know and everyone keep praying for the coming days for me and my family. My grandma is coming home today with hospice. Her body is not responding to any medication anymore.

Thank
Stephanie McKenzie

Beverly Jean Smith 
(November 9, 1965 – March 12, 2012)

A resident of Kentwood, she died at 8:47 p.m. on Monday, March 12, 2012 at North Oaks Medical Center in Hammond. She was born November 9, 1965 in New Orleans and was 46 years of age. She is survived by her mother, Grace Smith, Kentwood. Preceded in death by her father, Clifton Smith; grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Henry Foster and Mr. and Mrs. Clyde Smith. Visitation at New Zion Baptist Church, Kentwood, from 5 p.m. until 9 p.m. on Thursday and from 8 a.m. until religious services at 11 a.m. on Friday, March 16, 2012. Services conducted by Rev. Larry Blades. Interment New Zion Cemetery, Kentwood. McKneely Funeral Home, Kentwood, in charge of arrangements. For an online guestbook, visit http://www.mckneelys.com.

  • Had the biopsy yesterday. Don’t ever let anyone tell you it’s not painful. They were able to pull off 4 liters of fluid from my abdomen. It will come back, but at least I know they can do something about that. The doctor may have the reports on Friday. If not, then I will go see him Wednesday of next week. Keep me on your prayer list. Thanks! Marsha

 Jadon Pailet

Detroit Results!!

Posted: 14 Mar 2012 04:41 PM PDT

I had a GREAT trip to Detroit. We did not get to stay at the Ronald McDonald House this time because of our flight time. We stayed at a hotel by the airport which was alot of fun. They had a swimming pool and I got in it everyday. I left you a picture of me swimming. I just love the water!!! I received AWESOME news in Detroit. The first test I had done was a CT scan. I saw my neurosurgeon after the test. He said that my CT looked great. I didn’t have any fluid build up. This is great news because it means I do not need another surgery!!!! The neurosurgeon said I’m doing great and I will continue to get better. The next day I had my 2 hour EEG. I did fairly well while they put the leads on this time. I usually scream the entire time. They swaddled me up( see pic) and I actually did better this way. Once they hooked me up is when it began. I did not want the leads on my head. I keep pulling at them the entire time. I finally fell asleep for a little while but I didn’t sleep long. I then woke up and was back at trying to get it off. It was a long 2 hours. The great news is that my EEG was normal. YES I went 2 hours without having a seizure while hooked up to EEG. I can remember a time when they needed me to go 2 hours for a test. They tried for 3 days and I never went 2 hours without having seizure activity. So yes we are very excited that my EEG was normal. That means I have gone over 2 months without having a seizure. It unbelievable but with the help of God and the doctors at Detroit Children’s Hospital, I have been given a new life. I can’t tell you how grateful I am for meeting this neurologist that saved me from these seizures. Him and his staff are totally amazing. I can’t say enough about how awesome they are!!!! After my EEG we met with my neurologist. You know Dr. Rockstar!!! He was very pleased with my progress. He said I’m doing amazingly well. I gave him a high five with my right hand. I said some words for him. I even reached out for him to hold me and he took me right away. You see I told you he was AMAZING!!! He said that I am doing extremely well but that we haven’t seen anything yet. He said just wait and watch what I’m going to do. It’s going to be great. He talked about me going to school and that I may even be able to go to college one day. He said we need to have high expectations so that I can reach my maximum potential. He said that since I haven’t had any seizures so far it is unlikely that we will ever see another seizure again. Can you believe that? No more seizures. Words can’t describe how awesome we feel. I have to stay on my seizure medicine as a precaution for a year. If I’m still not having any seizures next January, he will take me off my last seizure medicine. By the way I’m only on 1 very small pill so I really don’t mind taking it. We will have to go back to Detroit in July. At that time they will do a MRI with DTI testing which will show exactly what has transferred to my right side. I want to thank each and everyone of you for your prayers. I do not believe we would be where we are today if we didn’t have everyone praying for me. Thank you for being a part of the miraculous experience. Please keep praying for me and I can’t wait to show you what I’m going to do next. Oh and by the way I’m now saying over 40 words. Yes I know unbelievable!!!!


 

 

Tuesday Evening

Marsha Bankston had four liters of fluid removed today before the biopsy was done.  The biopsy results should be available Friday.  Keep praying for Marsha and her family.

Barbara Jean “BJ” Smith passed away last night.  She and her mother, “Miss” Grace Helen, were both admitted to the hospital Sunday.  I’ll post an obituary when one is available.  In the meantime, pray for the family.  “Miss” Grace Helen is home now.

Tuesday Obituaries

Holly Ruth Osborn Mauterer  – a childhood friend
(October 27, 1948 – March 11, 2012)

A resident of Amite, LA, died at 11:52 p.m. on Sunday, March 11, 2012 at her home. She was born October 27, 1948 and was 63 years of age. Visitation at McKneely Funeral Home, Amite, from 6 p.m. until 9 p.m. on Thursday and from 8 a.m. until 1:30 p.m. on Friday, March 16, 2012. Religious Services at First Baptist Church, Amite, at 2 p.m. Friday. Services conducted by Rev. Mike Foster. Survived by husband, Arthur A. Mauterer, M.D., Amite, 2 daughters, Emily Rebecca Wilson, Gainesville, VA, and Jennifer M. Lett, Amite, son, Jason Scott Watson, Gainesville, VA, 4 brothers, Retus W. Osborn, IV, Hermon, ME, Lyman H. Osborn, Roseland, Stephen D. Osborn, San Antonio, TX, and Philip W. Osborn, Mobile, AL, 1 grandson, Calvin Marshall Watson, uncle, Harry McIntyre, Enon, aunt, Margaret Ann Osborn, Elizabeth, and numerous nieces & nephews. Preceded in death by mother, Mary Louise McIntyre Osborn Hyde, father, Retus W. Osborn, III, uncle, A. B. Osborn, MD, and cousin, David Osborn. For an online guestbook, visit http://www.mckneelys.com.

Randall Webb
(December 26, 1953 – March 7, 2012)

Randall Webb was born December 26, 1953 and passed away at 6:19 p.m., Wednesday, March 7, 2012 at University of Mississippi Medical Center, Jackson, MS. He was 58 and a resident of Brookhaven, MS.

He survived by his mother, Mrs. Billie Freeman Webb.

Preceded in death by his father, Charles Glen Webb.

Private graveside services will be held on Tuesday, March 13, 2012 at Greensburg Cemetery, Greensburg, LA.

McKneely & Vaughn Funeral Home, Amite, in charge of arrangements.

An on-line Guestbook is available at http://www.mckneelyvaughnfh.com

Sunday

I’m keeping it short and simple today.

  • Pray for Jadon as he is traveling with family back to Detroit for a two month checkup.  God has really been faithful to the family to bring Jadon through some major improvement this last two months.
  • Lillian Brister has learned her heart and kidneys are not functioning 100%.  Keep Lillian and Brenda in your prayers.
  • Andy Taylor will have surgery Tuesday to remove a pin in his right arm.  Pray all goes well.
  • Marsha C. Bankston will have fluid removed from her liver and a biopsy of the liver Tuesday at North Oaks.  She and her family request prayers.
  • Charles M. “Jay-Bird” Woodwas born September 24, 1969 and passed away at 7:21 p.m., Friday, March 9, 2012 at his residence. He was 42, a native of Baton Rouge and a resident of Greensburg.He is survived by a daughter, Harley Wood, Walker; sister, Tonya Holden and husband Mark, Central; brother, Ronnie Wood and wife Myra, Tulsa, OK; numerous nieces, nephews & extended family

    Preceded in death by his parents, Clarence and Thelma Richmond Wood.

    Visitation at McKneely & Vaughn Funeral Home, Amite, on Monday, March 12, 2012 from 5:00 p.m. until Celebration of Life Services at 7:30 p.m. in the funeral home Chapel. Interment in Living Word Christian Center Cemetery, Pine Grove, LA

    An on-line Guestbook is available at www.mckneelyvaughnfh.com

Thursday

 “I commit you to God and to the Word of his grace,

 which can build you up

and give you an inheritance among all those who are sanctified.”

~Acts 20:32 NIV~

Bill Parsons is home.  He has several new stents and is very blessed.  Keep him in your prayers.

Betty Catherine Hatcher will have cataract surgery in Hammond today.  Pray for her as she goes through the next couple of weeks.

Barbara Hutchinson will be having an angiogram Friday.  Keep her on your prayer list.

Frances Strickland will be seeing a doctor Friday to determine if and when she will have cataract surgery.

Naomi Tolar has had cataract surgery.  Pray for her as she recovers.

Remember Andy Taylor’s upcoming surgery on March 13th.  Pray for continued relief from the shingles.

Renee Deck will be having some medical tests today.  Pray for Renee who has blessed us so in Kentwood.

Debi Bales has been having some health problems.  Pray for her to find the relief she has been searching for.

Pray for Robbie Lynn Callihan Kirby as she has her disability hearing today.

Pray Marsha Bankston gets a correct diagnosis for her liver problem.  Pray for a liver donor to be found.

Debra Faye Bateman Johnston, (Keith Womack’s aunt) 55, of McComb, died March 6, 2012, at her residence.

Arrangements are incomplete at Jones Family Funeral Services in McComb.

Allen Thomas Capdeboscq, Sr.
(September 10, 1939 – March 7, 2012)

Allen Thomas Capdeboscq, Sr. was born September 10, 1939 and passed away at 10:35 p.m., Wednesday, March 7, 2012 at his residence surrounded by his loving family. He was 72, a native of Algiers and a resident of Amite. Allen served our country in the US Air Force.

Allen is survived by his wife of 50 years, Lucy Liuzza Capdeboscq, Amite; 2 daughters, Carolyn C. Waller and husband James, Pine Grove & Louanne C. Bertrand and husband Brett, Mandeville; son, Allen Thomas Capdeboscq, Jr. and wife Jody, St. Louis. MO; 5 grandchildren, Peyton Waller, Andrew Bertrand, Cooper Capdeboscq, Eli Capdeboscq & Emma Claire Capdeboscq; brother, John Capdeboscq, Jr., LaPlace; sister-in-law, Josephine Capdeboscq, Amite; numerous nieces, nephews and extended family, and his 4 legged friend Millie.

Preceded in death by by his parents, J’ean Marie & Sylvia Shally Capdeboscq, Sr.; 2 brothers, Roy Capdeboscq & Bernard Capdeboscq; sister-in-law, Janice Capdeboscq.

Service times will be added later today, Thursday, March 8, 2012

An on-line Guestbook is available at http://www.mckneelyvaughnfh.com

McKneely & Vaughn Funeral Home is located at I-55N (Exit 46) & LA Hwy 16W (60100 Westway Drive)behind Mr. Tom’s Car Wash, Bond Eye Clinic and Holiday Inn. Express

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Thought for the Day: Showing through

Stan Buck tells the story about a little girl who, on the way home from church, turned to her mother and said, “Mommy, the preacher’s sermon this morning confused me.”

The mother said, “Oh! Why is that?”

The girl replied, “Well, he said that God is bigger than we are. Is that true?”

“Yes, that’s true,” the mother replied.

“He also said that God lives within us. Is that true, too?”

Again the mother replied, “Yes.”

“Well,” said the girl. “if God is bigger that us and he lives in us, wouldn’t he show through?”

I like that little girl’s way of putting it. If God lives in us, then there’s no way of keeping Him from “showing through.” That’s the essence of Christian living — living in such a way that people around will see God in our lives.

“Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works and glorify your Father in heaven.” (Matthew 5:16)

A simple question as you live this day: Is God “showing through” in your life?

Have a great day!

Alan Smith
White House Church of Christ
White House, Tennessee

The Thursday night group of the Beth Moore study of James will meet at 6:00 tonight.  I love to hear the ladies tell how meaningful the study is to their lives.

Have a wonderful day!

Anna Lee


Monday @ Midday

The WMU meeting at East Fork was well attended.  Kentwood was represented by seven ladies.  We enjoyed hearing Rev. Fred and Mrs. Janice Day share.  They are always so informative and pleasant.  If you missed this meeting, please try to join us for the next meeting.

 

Mr. Bill Parsons is in Lakeside Hospital for stents.  Please be in pray for him, the medical staff working with him, and for the family.  Thanks!

 

Mrs. Rebecca Moak is still at North Oaks, but should be moved to a rehab facility soon.

 

Mrs. Pauline Strickland is home and slowly improving.  Keep praying for her and for her caregivers.

 

Billy Carl Strickland is still waiting for approval to begin treatment.  Keep him in your prayers.

 

Continue to pray for Cora Morris and Andy Taylor who have had a bad time with shingles.

 

Cynthia Vining Smith told me this morning that her sister, Susan, who was by classmate is being evaluated for future treatment.  I’ll update you on Susan later.  Begin praying now.

 

Marsha Chambers Bankston is having tests run at North Oaks today.  Her internal bleeding has been stopped, but the cause of her problem has not been clearly identified.  Keep praying for Marsha and her family.

UPDATE ON MARSHA: Marsha has a large mass in her liver.  Marsha has been released to come home, but will need a liver transplant.  In the meantime the liver biopsy will be further diagnosed. 

 

Shelby Seymour Reid, III was born August 24, 1938 and passed away at 2:00 p.m., Sunday March 4, 2012 at Oschner Health Center-Baton Rouge. He was 73, a native and resident of Amite.

Shelby is survived by 4 brothers, Larry Reid and  wife TJ, Amite, Jimmy Reid and wife Marsha, Roseland, Mike Reid, Roseland & Charles M. Reid and wife Cindy, Amite; 4 nieces, Suzette Alack and husband Greg, Hammond,  Laura Lea Benetti and husband Marcello, New Orleans; Taylor Sharkey, Amite & Shelby K. Reid, Amite; 5 nephews, Billy Reid and wife Jeanna, Florence, AL, Brian Reid and wife Monica, Roseland, Brent Reid and wife Cheryl, Ponchatoula, Captain Morgan Reid, Washington, D.C. & Scott Reid, Hammond; numerous great nieces, great nephews and extended family.

Preceded in death by his parents, Shelby S. Reid, Jr. and Doris Gaines Reid; sister, Doris Elizabeth Reid.

Visitation at McKneely and Vaughn Funeral Home, Amite, on Wednesday, March 7, 2012 from 11:00 a.m. until Celebration of Life Services at 2:00 p.m. in the funeral home Chapel with Deacon Mike Agnello of St. Helena Catholic Church officiating in the Catholic Funeral Liturgy. Interment in Amite Cemetery, Amite, LA.

An on-line-Guestbook is available at http://www. mckneelyvaughnfh.com

Friday – Another Obituary

Ralph Eugene Lewis, Sr.
(March 5, 1923 – March 2, 2012)

A resident of Kentwood, LA, died at 3:05 a.m. on Friday, March 2, 2012 at his home. He was born March 5, 1923 in Summit, MS and was 88 years of age. Mr. Lewis was a U.S. Army Air Force veteran of WWII. Visitation at McKneely Funeral Home, Kentwood, from 5 p.m. until 8 p.m. on Sunday and at Mt. Gilead Primitive Baptist Church, Summit, MS on Monday, March 5, 2012 from 10 a.m. until Religious Services at 11 a.m Monday. Services conducted by Elder Luke Addison & Bro. Harvey Bates. Interment Mt. Gilead Cemetery, Summit, MS. Survived by wife, Delta Deaton Lewis, 2 sons, Ralph Eugene “Gene” Lewis, Jr., Gary Lee Lewis, sister, Geraldine McIndoe, brother, Lynnwood Lewis, 3 grandchildren, 2 great-grandchildren, 4 step-grandchildren. Preceded in death by parents, Isaac and Lois Lewis, 2 sisters, Imogene Moak and Frances Young, 3 brothers, Russell, Whitford, and Robert Lewis. For an online guestbook, visit http://www.mckneelys.com.

Mr. Lewis was born the same dad as Daddy.  Thankfully, Daddy is here to celebrate his 89th birthday tomorrow (2 days early).  Mr. Lewis will be buried on his 89th birthday.  That doesn’t happy very often.  What a blessing a long life can be!

 

 

Midday Friday

Updated obiturary

Clifford Wade Titus
(October 17, 1959 – March 1, 2012)

A resident of Kentwood, LA, died at 8:40AM on Thursday, March 1, 2012 at Southwest Mississippi Regional Medical Center in McComb, MS. He was born October 17, 1959 in New Orleans, LA and was 52 years of age. Mr. Titus was a fireman with the City of Kentwood. Graveside Services will be held at Tangipahoa Cemetery at 2 p.m. Sunday, March 4, 2012. Services conducted by Rev. Joey Miller. Survived by his wife, Lauree Morris Titus, Kentwood, 2 sons, Tedd Titus and his wife, Kayla, Kentwood, and Matthew Titus and his wife, Ashley, Kentwood, father, Theophile Titus, Tangipahoa, 2 sisters, Cheryl Titus Strickland, Kentwood, and Gwen Titus Pezant, Hammond, mother-in-law, Hellen Morris, Kentwood, sister-in-law, Rachel Morris, Kentwood, 4 grandchildren, Matelyn Titus, Ory Titus, Noah Titus, and Abigail Titus. Preceded in death by mother, Elizabeth “Libby” Titus, and sister, Belinda Titus. McKneely Funeral Home, Kentwood, in charge of arrangements. For an online guestbook, visit http://www.mckneelys.com.

Marvin L. Higgins
(December 12, 1941 – March 1, 2012)

Marvin L. Higgins was born December 12, 1941 and passed away at 7:15 p.m., Thursday, March 1, 2012 at his residence in Greensburg.

Mr. Higgins requested a private service.

An on-line Guestbook is available at http://www.mckneelyvaughnfh.com

McKneely & Vaughn Funeral Home is located at I-55N (Exit 46) & LA Hwy 16W (60100 Westway Drive)ehind Mr. Tom’s Car Wash, Bond Eye Clinic and Holiday Inn. Express

Hezzie “Pete” Passman, III
(Died February 23, 2012)

Hezzie “Pete” Passman III, 61, resident of Las Vegas, NV, formerly of Loranger, died Thursday, Feb. 23, 2012.

He graduated from Loranger High School and was a Vietnam veteran.

He leaves behind his wife of 39 years Pamela (Bolger) Passman; and two sons Guy Passman (Shawna) and Adam Passman. He also leaves behind six sisters, Pamela Passman Martin (John) of Folsom, Jackie Passman Morgan (Joseph) of Ponchatoula, Connie Passman Albrado (Tommy) of Tickfaw, Julie Davis Gibson of Montpelier, Tracie Passman Pierce (Ronnie) of Summit, Ms., Felicity “Pippie” Passman Davis (Brad) of Montpelier, Donice “Missy” Passman Pierce (Larry) of Murfreesboro, TN, and two brothers, Clint Passman of St. Francisville and Senior Master Sargeant 1st Sargeant Scott Passman of Valparaiso, Fl. He also leaves behind stepmother Arjrie Passman and many nieces and nephews.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Hezzie Passman Jr. and Olga Lee Bahm and siblings Thomas Patrick Passman and Sharon “Sissy” Passman Dunaway.

Pete was a loving husband and father and a great big brother to all of us.

Family and Friends or invited to attend a Celebration of Life Memorial Service on Saturday, March 17, 2012 at 3:00 p.m. at McKneely & Vaughn Funeral Home, Amite.

An on-line Guestbook is available at http://www.mckneelyvaughnfh.com

McKneely & Vaughn Funeral Home is located at I-55N (Exit 46) & LA Hwy 16W (60100 Westway Drive)ehind Mr. Tom’s Car Wash, Bond Eye Clinic and Holiday Inn. Express

Friday Addition

Mr. Ralph Lewis passed away early this morning.  Please be in prayer for the family.

Despite the deaths in our church and other complications, we still had twenty-eight for the Beth Moore study of James.  Thanks to the ladies who shared groceries and cleaning supplies for students who struggle financially at New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary.  Your help just might keep a future pastor, counselor, musician, etc. in the seminary and on the road God has chosen for them.  Don’t forget your service project for week two.