Category: Death Notice(s)

Thursday Obituary

Brent Thomas Travis

A man loved by so many, Brent was called home to the Lord while hunting in Kansas on Sunday, Nov. 7, 2010, at age 29. Brent died doing what he loved. He was a native of Zachary and a resident of Central. Brent was a sergeant with the East Baton Rouge Parish Sheriff’s Office since March 2001. He was a 1999 graduate of Zachary High School. Brent’s passions included traveling with his wife and friends, hunting, law enforcement, working out at the gym and spending fun times on False River and in Kentwood with family and friends. Visitation at St. Alphonsus Catholic Church on Thursday, Nov. 11, from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Visitation will resume at the church Friday from 10 a.m. until Mass of Christian Burial at 11 a.m., with the Rev. Michael Moroney, celebrant. Interment in Greenwell Springs Baptist Church Cemetery. He is survived by his wife of 4‰ years, Holly Wellman Travis; parents, Terry and Dell Toler Travis; sister, Angela Kimball, her husband, Paul, and their two children, Raegan and Sean Capello II; brother, Ryan Travis, his wife, Beth, and their daughter, Alice; maternal grandparents, Jack and Beth Toler; paternal grandparents, Clyde R. “Billy” and Doris Travis; father-in-law and mother-in-law, Danny and Debbie Wellman; sister-in-law, Alison McCauley, her husband, Frankie, and their children, Allie and Alaina, his godchild. Pallbearers will be Ryan Travis, Paul Kimball, Jay Stephens, Jason Shows, Ron Boucher, Chuck Montgomery, Frankie McCauley and T.J. Pitre. Special thanks to Chuck, Lee and Barry for being by his side on this hunting trip and giving him the opportunity to make this hunt. A special thanks also goes to the East Baton Rouge Parish Sheriff’s Office, especially Capt. Todd Morris, Col. Bobby Dale Calendar, Capt. Ricky Klug and Capt. Terry Felton. Thanks also to the Honor Guard and SWAT for escorting Brent home from New Orleans. “Do not let your hearts be troubled. You believe in God; believe also in me. My Father’s house has many rooms; if that were not so, would I have told you that I am going there to prepare a place for you? And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come back and take you to be with me that you also may be where I am. You know the way to the place where I am going.” John 14:1-4.

Wednesday Afternoon

Mrs. June Pittman

At home, on the evening of November 9, 2010 June Patterson Pittman peacefully left for a greater place. June Pittman was a lady of great inspiration, amazing strength and unconditional love. She was born on February 14,1930 to parents, William & Lela Patterson in Red Bay, Alabama. She called Spring Creek, Louisiana home for most of her life. She is survived by her husband of 56 years, Cecil Pittman; son, Charles “Chuck” Pittman; 2 daughters, Cecilia “Cece” Pittman and Sandra Burling & her husband, Tom; daughter-in-law, Meg Stephens Pittman; granddaughter, Amanda Love and her husband, Wesley Shoup and their children Jadyn, Brantley, and Halle June, granddaughter, Megan Hope and her daughter, Morgan Elizabeth Goings, granddaughter, Katrina Faith and her daughter, Jocelyn Faith Stewart, granddaughter, Hannah Joy, grandson, Jody Givens and his wife, Delilah and their children, Amber, Michael, and David, grandson, Tommy Ray Givens and his wife, Cindy and their children, Jaime, Cassie, Brandy, and Christina. In Heaven, she will be joining her first-born son, Jeffery “Jeff” Pittman. Also preceded in death by her parents, 2 sisters, Jean Crane and Sarah Ruth Widas, and brother, William “Ed” Patterson. June Pittman was a very special lady and will be missed by all who knew her. Visitation will be at Spring Creek Baptist Church from 8 a.m. until funeral services at 11 a.m. on Friday, November 12, 2010. Services conducted by Dr. Danny Smith. Interment will follow in Spring Creek Cemetery, Spring Creek.

Wednesday

I said to myself,

“Relax, because the Lord takes care of you.”

~Psalm 116:7 (NCV)~

June Patterson Pittman
(February 14, 1930 – November 9, 2010)

Mrs. June Pittman (80) passed away at her home in Spring Creek.  Arrangements are incomplete at this time.


Beatrice Higgins Jackson
(February 28, 1923 – November 9, 2010)

Beatrice Higgins Jackson, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother died Tuesday, November 9, 2010 at Promise Hospital in Baton Rouge. Born in Liberty, MS on February 28, 1923, she was a lifetime resident of Grangeville, LA. She is survived by a daughter, Lillian Jackson Connell; two sons, Dicky Jackson and wife, B. Carlene; and Tom Jackson and wife, Christy; ten grandchildren, Valerie Connell Banker, Travis W. Connell, Joe Jackson; Brandy Jackson Wilks; Andy Jackson; John Jackson; Gidget Jackson Sibley; Ashley Jackson and T.J. Jackson; and nine great-grandchildren; a brother, Charles Marion Higgins and wife, Kathleen; a sister, Lorraine Higgins Jones; and a dear friend and care-giver, Geraldine Nesom. Preceded in death by her husband of 61 years, Dick Jackson; parents, nine siblings, a grandson, Albert Connell, Jr., and son-in-law, Albert Connell, Sr. She will be especially remembered for her enduring love and devotion in the care of her late husband, Dick, during his lengthy illness. Visitation at McKneely Funeral Home, Amite, on Thursday, November 10, 2010, from 5 p.m. until 8 p.m. and at Grangeville Baptist Church, Grangeville,on Friday, November 11, 2010 from 9 a.m. until funeral services at 11 a.m. with burial at the church cemetery. Pallbearers will be Andy Jackson, John Jackson, Joe Jackson, T.J. Jackson, Tory Sibley, and Jason Wilks.


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“At the name of Jesus every knee should bow…” Philippians 2:10

Mike Benson, Editor

YUSUF WAS A Yussif 350-pound wrestling champion in Europe a couple of generations ago…

After he won the European championship, he sailed to America to wrestle our champ, whose name was Strangler Lewis — a little guy by comparison who weighed just a shade over 200 pounds.  Although he wasn’t very big, Strangler had a simple plan for defeating his opponents and it had never failed to work.  He put his massive arm around the neck of his opponent and cut off the oxygen.  Many an opponent had passed out in the ring with Strangler Lewis.  The problem when he fought Yussif the Turk was that Yusuf didn’t have a neck.  His body went from his head to his massive shoulders.  Lewis could never get his hold and it wasn’t long that the Turk flipped Lewis to the mat and pinned him.

After winning the championship, the Turk demanded all five thousand dollars in gold.  After he wrapped the championship belt around his vast waist, he stuffed the gold into the belt and boarded the next ship back to Europe.  He was a success!  He had captured America’s glory and her gold!

He set sail on the SS Bourgogne.  Halfway across the Atlantic, a storm struck and the ship began to sink.  Yusuf went over the side with his gold still strapped around his body.  The added weight was too much for the Turk and he sank like an anvil before they could get him into a lifeboat.  He was never seen again.

Maybe you think, “What a fool!  He should have had a lot more sense than that!”  But, the truth of the matter is, we all tend to grasp the things of this world and hold onto them even while we’re sinking.  Solomon made this observation:  “Then I returned and saw vanity under the sun:  There is one alone, without companion:  He has neither son nor brother. Yet there is no end to all his labors, nor is his eye satisfied with riches.  But he never asks, ‘For whom do I toil and deprive myself of good?’  This also is vanity and a grave misfortune.” (Ecclesiastes 4:8)

Solomon describes a man, like so many today, who doesn’t know how to quit.  He can’t slow down.  He’s driven to succeed,  to achieve, to accumulate.  He works harder and harder to become that successful person he so wants to be.  And never once does he pause long enough to ask the question, “Who am I doing this for?  Why do I feel compelled to run faster and faster in the rat race?”

Success promises a view from the top.  But, without God in the picture, success will drag you down just as it did for Yusuf, the Terrible Turk.  Alan Smith

Better is a handful of quietness than both hands full,

together with toil and grasping for the wind.”

~Ecclesiastes 4:6~

Have a great day!

Anna Lee

Tuesday Afternoon

From Judy Fowler

I do not know too many details. Billy Travis’ (New Zion)grandson, Terry’s son, was involved in a fatal hunting accident this past weekend. Funeral arrangements I think are Thursday night and Friday morning. You may be able to find out more details.

I haven’t found any arrangements yet, but will keep looking.

Anna Lee

I learned Brett was 29 and broke his neck in a fall in Kansas.  Please be in prayer for this family.

Monday Obituary

Hazel Starnes Morris
(November 6, 1921 – November 7, 2010)

A resident of Kentwood she died at 6:30 a.m. on Sunday, November 7, 2010 at her home. She was born November 6, 1921 in Magnolia, MS and was 89 years of age. She was a Past Worthy Matron of Ira Chapter #84, Order of the Eastern Star in Kentwood. She owned and operated her own beauty shop for a number of years in Kentwood, worked for the Kentwood News newspaper and Kentwood News Ledger for 20 years and was curator for the Kentwood Historical and Cultural Museum for 12 years. She loved and doted on her grandchildren and great-grandchildren and shared her love of reading with them. She is survived by 2 daughters, Desiree White and Lycia M. Moran and her husband, Edward; 2 sons, Glenn Morris and Johnny Morris and his wife, Katherine, all of Kentwood; a sister, Kathleen Lea Ables, Baton Rouge; 4 grandchildren, Jay Morris and his wife, Andrea, Stephensville, TX, Lee Moran and his wife, Courtney, Kentwood, Shelly Adams and her husband, Dan, McComb, MS and Bolton Morris, Baton Rouge; 6 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, James Claude Morris; son, Joe Ellis Walker; brother, Ellis Starnes, Jr.; 3 sisters, Sybil Williams, Mildred Starnes and Desiree Starnes; great-grandson, Chase Moran. Visitation at McKneely Funeral Home, Kentwood, from 6 p.m. until 9 p.m. on Wednesday, November 10, 2010 and from 8 a.m. until religious services at 10 a.m. Thursday, November 11, 2010. Services conducted by Rev. Ken Irvin. Interment Woodland Cemetery, Kentwood. Pallbearers will be Jay Morris, Lee Moran, Bolton Morris, Dan Adams, Stewart Miller and Aaron Pedigo.

Monday

Honor the Lord with your possessions

and with the first produce of your entire harvest;

then your barns will be completely filled,

and your vats will overflow with new wine.

~Proverbs 3:9-10 (HCSB)~


Please pray for Dana Hendry’s mother, Brenda Smith.  She has been scheduled for surgery several times, but has developed other problems that postponed surgery.  This morning, she is again scheduled for surgery in Baton Rouge.  Pray for God’s timing for surgery and for good results so she can regain her health.

Pray for Pat Hendry as he recovers from surgery.

CaringBridge

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Hazel Starnes Morris

(November 6, 1921 – November 7, 2010)

A resident of Kentwood she died at 6:30 a.m. on Sunday, November 7, 2010 at her home. She was born November 6, 1921 in Magnolia, MS and was 89 years of age.

McKneely Funeral Home, Kentwood, in charge of arrangements

Mrs. Josie Vullo Sagnibene
(December 16, 1918 – November 7, 2010)

Mrs. Josie Vullo Sagnibene was born December 16, 1918 and passed away at 1:40 a.m., Sunday, November 7, 2010 at Hood Memorial Hospital, Amite. She was 91, a native and resident of Amite and a former resident of Macon, GA.

Mrs. Josie is survived by a sister, Mrs. Marie Vullo Giardina and husband, Angelo J, Amite; also numerous nieces, nephews and extended family.

Preceded in death by her husband, Sam Sagnibene; parents, Anthony & Maria Cavaretta Vullo; son, Joey Sagnibene; daughter, Maria Sagnibene; 6 sisters, Rose V. Cacciatore, Laura V. Sagnibene, Susie V. Spera, Mamie Vullo, Pamela V. Girgenti and Antoinette V. Carter; 3 brothers, Russell, Joseph & Leon Vullo.

Visitation at McKneely & Vaughn Funeral Home, Amite, on Monday, November 8, 2010 from 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. Visitation will continue on Wednesday, November 10, 2010 at Macon Memorial Park Funeral Home, Macon, GA from 9:00 a.m. until 10:00 a.m. with Mass of Christian Burial at Holy Spirit Catholic Church, Macon, GA at 11:00 a.m. with Father Mike Ingram officiating. Interment at Evergreen Cemetery, Macon, GA.

Mrs. Josie’s family would like to thank the nurses and staff of Hood Memorial Hospital and Primecare Home Health.

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

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

A New Beginning by Rev. Billy Graham

http://www.billygraham.org/articlepage.asp?articleid=6365&BA=2142&QR=120

Thank-you for reading and praying today.

Anna Lee

Sunday

“My voice You shall hear in the morning, O Lord;

in the morning I will direct it to You, and I will look up.”

~Psalm 5:3~


Lloyd Hayden

Lloyd is back at home.  Please continue to pray for him and his family.

Jadon’s Story

Fasting and Praying

I’m feeling a little better finally. Mommy had to take me back to the pediatrician Thursday because I wasn’t getting any better. They put me on antibiotic because I have bronchitis. I just can’t get a break right now. My brother is sick too. He has an ear infection and a sinus infection. He is feeling better today too. We are 2 days away from starting the ketogenic diet. I will be admitted to New Orleans Children’s Hospital Monday and will have to stay until Thursday. I have to fast for 18 hours. This should be no problem for me. I’ve gone longer than that when I have been put to sleep for testing. We would like for anyone who wants to fast with me to do so. We will use this as a time of fasting and praying for healing. The fast and praying will start at 6:00 pm Sunday night and will continue until 12:00 p.m. Monday. If you really thing about it, its not that bad. During this time, I will be aloud to drink water with sugar free crystal light in it. We are also asking everyone to wear their Jadon’s journey shirt or purple Monday to support me. I left a picture of my mommies work people showing their support for me. Thank you all for supporting me and taking care of my mommy. She couldn’t do it without you. Please continue to pray that God will continue to heal me. I really have come a long way. Also pray for my family. We are anxious about starting a new diet. We know it will be hard, but as I’ve said before nothing can be harder than having seizures everyday. We love all of you and we will keep you posted while we are in the hospital.

Macy Gueldner

I wanted to let everyone know that Macy is doing really well. We are enjoying her sweet personality…… she’s all smiles and loves to cuddle.
Macy had a short bout with Roseola last weekend, but she’s better now. Even with a rash and fever, she stayed in good spirits.
Cate and Macy had a great time trick-or-treating last weekend. Cate was a monkey and Macy was a banana. They both looked so cute!
We’re counting down the days to our Disney trip…….. just 2 weeks away. I absolutely cannot wait to see Cate’s reactions to all of the wonders of Disney World.
I have so much to be thankful for this Thanksgiving. We’ve been Blessed with two beautiful and loving daughters, Macy’s surgery is behind us, and we’re surrounded by wonderful family and friends who’ve helped and prayed for us through our trying times.
Thank you! Thank you! Thank you!

Charles W. Lee, Sr.
(December 11, 1920 – November 5, 2010)

A resident of Amite, he died at 9:15 p.m. on Friday, November 5, 2010 at St. Helena Parish Hospital in Greensburg. He was born December 11, 1920 in Alexandria and was 89 years of age. Mr. Lee was a retired dairy farmer and a United States Coast Guard Veteran of World War II. Visitation at First Baptist Church of Arcola, from 6 p.m. until 9 p.m. on Monday, November 8, 2010 and from 9 a.m. on Tuesday until religious services at 11 a.m. Tuesday, November 9, 2010. Services conducted by Rev. Bob Simpson. Interment Arcola First Baptist Cemetery, Arcola. He is survived by his wife, Doris Crumholt Lee, Amite, 2 daughters, Pat Lee Harvey and her husband, Van, Amite, and Dixie Lee McDougal and her husband, Dennis, College Station, TX, son, J. E. Lee, Amite, grandchildren, Daniel Harvey, Charles Harvey and his wife, Magan, Jay McDougal, and Denise McDougal. Preceded in death by son, Charles Wilton “C.W.” Lee, Jr., brother, Edward Lee, 2 sisters, Maxine McCoy and Helen Lee. McKneely Funeral Home, Amite, in charge of arrangements.

Billie Joe Magee
(November 11, 1962 – November 4, 2010)

Billie Joe Magee was born November 11, 1962 and passed away at 2:40 p.m., Thursday, November 4, 2010 at the Baton Rouge General Medical, Baton Rouge. He was 47, a native of Independence and a resident of Summit, MS.

Billie Joe is survived by his wife, Dorothy M. Magee, Summit, MS; 3 daughters, Desiree Magee, New Orleans, Jennifer Gill and husband, Curtis, Amite and Sarah Morgan, Summit, MS; 2 grandchildren, Hunter Gill and Jenna Gill; 2 brothers, Woodie Magee and wife, Patty, Jacksonville, Fl and Troy Magee, Denham Springs; a sister, Tressie Lee Robertson Hewitt and husband, Nick, Amite; numerous nieces, nephews and extended family.

Preceded in death by his parents, Woodrow and Etroy Morea Magee; sister, Ella Magee.

Visitation at the McKneely & Vaughn Funeral Home, Amite, on Monday, November 8, 2010 from 6:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. and on Tuesday, November 9, 2010 from 8:00 a.m. until Celebration of Life Worship Service at 11:00 a.m. in the Funeral Home Chapel. Interment Arcola-Roseland Cemetery, Arcola, LA

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

McKneely and Vaughn Funeral Home, Amite, is located at I-55N & Hwy.#16 West (Exit #46) next to Bill Hood Automotive and behind Mr. Tom’s Carwash and Holiday Inn Express.

Revival at FBC, Kentwood

Sunday A.M. – Rev. Stan Statham – Director of Missions

Sunday P.M. – Rev. Gibby McMillan – La. Baptist Convention

Monday P.M. – Rev. David Fortenberry – Brookhaven

Tuesday P.M. – Rev. Pete Charpentier – Woodland Park

Wednesday P.M. – Rev. Preston Nix – New Orleans Seminary

(A.M. service at 10:30; P.M. services at 6:30)

Operation Christmas Child

The Journey of a Shoebox

http://www.samaritanspurse.org/index.php/OCC/Journey_of_a_Shoe_Box/

Collection day at FBC, Kentwood – November 14th

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“At the name of Jesus
every knee shall bow…”
Philippians 2:10

Mike Benson, Editor



THERE IS A beautiful legend about a king who decided to set 
aside a special day to honor his greatest subject...


When the big day arrived, there was a large gathering in the palace courtyard. 
 Four finalists were brought forward, and from these four, the king would 
select the winner.

The first person presented was a wealthy philanthropist.  The king was told

that this man was highly deserving of the honor because of his humanitarian

efforts.  He had given much of his wealth to the poor.


The second person was a celebrated physician.  The king was told that this doctor was highly deserving of the honor because he had rendered faithful and dedicated service to the sick for many years.

The third person was a distinguished judge.  The king was told that the judge was worthy because he was noted for his wisdom, his fairness, and his brilliant decisions.

The fourth person presented was an elderly woman.  Everyone was quite surprised to see her there, because her manner was quite humble, as was her dress.  She hardly looked the part of someone who would be honored as the greatest subject in the kingdom.  What chance could she possibly have, when compared to the other three, who had accomplished so much?  Even so, there was something about her the look of love in her face, the understanding in her eyes, her quiet confidence.

The king was intrigued, to say the least, and somewhat puzzled by her presence.  He asked who she was.  The answer came: “You see the philanthropist, the doctor, and the judge?  Well, she was their teacher!”

It was James who wrote, “Brothers and sisters, not many of you should become teachers.” (James 3:1, GOD’S WORD). He points out that teachers will be judged more severely.  He could just as easily have said that teachers have a greater responsibility, a greater challenge, a greater opportunity to affect the lives of people in a negative way.  It is impossible to teach without using words, and with greater use of words comes a greater danger that the words will do harm.

But thanks be to God that there are those who face that challenge and assume that responsibility and make a diligent effort to use their words as an opportunity to affect the lives of people in a positive way.  Those of you who are teachers — who can begin to measure the tremendous effect that you are having in the lives of the children (and adults) in your classrooms?  You may not see the results of your efforts for years.  In fact, you may never get to see the results. But you do make a difference.

Those of you who are schoolteachers are teaching not only the basics of education, but you are teaching values and character.  Those of you who are Bible class teachers are filling the minds and hearts of our children with stories of faith that will stay with them for the rest of their lives.  Those of you who are preachers are strengthening the family of God and bringing salvation to the lost.

So, my hat is off to all of you who are teachers because you make a difference!  Alan Smith

“We have different gifts, according to the grace given us.

If a man’s gift is prophesying, let him use it in proportion to his faith.

If it is serving, let him serve; if it is teaching, let him teach.”

~Romans 12:6-7~

Have a great Lord’s Day!

Anna Lee

Obituary

Dorothy Yvonne Sanders Russell
(February 20, 1936 – November 4, 2010)

Dorothy Yvonne Sanders Russell, Age 74, passed away peacefully at 2:15 a.m. on Thursday, November 4, 2010 at her residence in Central. She was a retired teacher and guidance counselor with 34 years of service with the East Baton Rouge Parish School System. She is survived by two sons, William Lee Russell and wife, Donna, George Michael Russell, and wife Connie; grandchildren, Lee Michael Russell and wife, Amanda, William Todd Russell, Lindsey Meliet and husband, Blake, Kayla Marie Russell, Meagan Michelle Russell, Jodie Sandefur, and Janie Sandefur; great-grandchildren, Kade Michael Russell, Lindslee Rose Russell, Kason Todd Russell, London and Noah Cooper, sister, Ruby Theriot. Preceded in death by, her husband of 55 years, Willie Eugene “Gene” Russell, son, Earl Eugene “Rusty” Russell. Visitation at McKneely Funeral Home, Amite, from 10 a.m. until religious services at 2 p.m. on Saturday, November 6, 2010. Interment Arcola-Roseland Cemetery, Arcola. Pallbearers will be, Keith Roshto, Jimmy Sanders, Keith Olinde, Lee Michael Russell, Todd Russell, Rusty Browning and Blake Meliet.

Wednesday Evening Obituary

Joel Russell Bridges
(July 21, 1925 – November 3, 2010)

Born July 21, 1925 in Kentwood on his family’s dairy farm. Died November 3, 2010 at St. Tammany Hospital in Covington at the age of 85. He was a life long resident of Kentwood and the past 7 years has been a resident of Kentwood Manor. “Uncle Russell” as he was known by so many, held many jobs throughout his life. As a young man he was a dairy farmer and later managed the family’s dairy. Other occupations included postal mail carrier, Tangipahoa milk plant, security guard at Camp Moore Confederate Museum. He also worked for Bridges Red and White grocery in Tangipahoa. He graduated from Kentwood High School in 1942, was a member of the Tangipahoa Baptist Church, Son’s of Confederate Veterans, and Masonic Lodge in Kentwood. “Uncle Russell” loved people and enjoyed reminiscing about the old days and times with family and friends. If anyone had a question about the past, the first thing to do was to ask “Uncle Russell.” He was book of knowledge on the past and could recall it all until his last day. He loved to go riding, visiting friends and family and always had a few cemeteries to check on. Survived by one sister, Loray B. Pike, Tangipahoa, one brother, Dale Bridges, Kentwood. Sisters-in-law include, Evelyn Rushing Bridges, Mildred Gosa Bridges, Lois Gill Bridges, and Margaret Starrett Bridges Ramsdale. Nephews are Daryl K., Randal, John, Barry, Marshall, Brad, David, Reggie, Bobby, Tommy, and Carlton Bridges, George Ray Pike, Billy Chandler, Jimmy, Ronald, Jerry, and Wallace Cutrer. Nieces are Dianne B. Williams, Patricia B. DeBlanc, Teresa B. Holmes, Mona B. Stewart, Terri B. Hanks, Rhonda P. Penny, Glenda P. Duncan, Kathleen P. Kreider, Lynn B. Spears, Judy C. Hoover, Mary Ann C. Passons, Beverly C. Turnage, Ruth C. Allmond, Dorothy C. Shaffer, Joann C. Hutchinson, Barbara Bridges, and Joyce Bridges. He also has a host of great-nieces and great-nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, Joel Menton and Addie Williams Bridges. Brothers, Odessa, R.D., Dalton, Barney, and Kennoth Bridges. Sisters, Mennee B. Cutrer and Clytie B. Chandler, 2 sisters-in-law, Lillian Portel Bridges and Nellie Phillips Bridges, 3 brothers-in-law, George Pike, Virgil Cutrer, and Thomas Chandler. 2 nieces, Marilyn Bridges and Sandra B. Covington, 1 nephew, J. D. Bridges. Visitation at McKneely Funeral Home, Kentwood, from 6 p.m. until 9 p.m. on Friday, November 5, 2010 and at Tangipahoa Baptist Church on Highway 1049 after 9 a.m. Saturday, November 6, 2010 until the funeral service at 11 a.m. Burial will be at the Tangipahoa Cemetery, Tangipahoa, LA. Pallbearers will be Todd Hoover, Daryl Bridges, Brad Bridges, Neal Chandler, Barry Bridges, and John Bridges. Honorary pallbearers are Marshall Bridges, Jimmy Cutrer, Ronald Cutrer, and Billy Chandler. In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made to Tangipahoa Baptist Church.

David and I have not know “Uncle Russell” for many years like many of you, but the few times we were honored to see him, he was a pleasure to be around.  I wish I had known him better.