Obituaries

Samuel "Pop" Coleman

Samuel "Pop" Coleman

Jul 7, 2021

Samuel Coleman Sr.A native and resident of Greensburg, LA. Samuel received his wings on Wednesday, July 7, 2021 at the age of 97 years and 6 months at St. Joseph Hospice Carpenter House in Baton Rouge, LA. He was a member of Pipkin Chapel AME all his life. He leaves to cherish his memories four daughters: Corrine Reese, Evangelist Pearl...

Willis "Big Boy" Laws

Willis "Big Boy" Laws

Jul 4, 2021

Rev. Willis "Big Boy" Laws was born on March 15, 1953, in Opelousas, La to the union of Hilman and Dora Laws. Willis was the eighth born of fourteen children and he was born with his fraternal companion, Rev. Willie Laws. Rev. Willis gained his earthly wings on Sunday, July 4th, 2021. He attended grade school in Opelousas and graduated...

Katherine (Kat) Woods

Katherine (Kat) Woods

Jun 18, 2021

Katherine (Kat) Woods, departed this life on Friday, June 18,2021. She leaves to cherish her memories to her devoted and loving daughter, Brenda Norman. (3) grandchildren, Bobby Jr., Autumn, Tre'mon Normans. (7) great - grandchildren. Visitation will held on Saturday, June 26,2021, 10 am at First Central Gardens Baptist Church, 6810 Course at Bennington, Houston, TX. 77093. Religious service will...

Tesha Danielle (Pearl) Moore

Tesha Danielle (Pearl) Moore

Jun 18, 2021

Tesha Danielle (Pearl) Moore, gained her heavenly wings on Friday, June 18, 2021. She was born on July 4th, 1994. She is a graduated from Zachary High School in 2012. She attended Nicholls State University in Thibodeaux, La. Where she studied Nursing. She was currently employed at the Baton Rouge General Hospital on Bluebonnet she was loved and cherish by...

Barren C. (Primetime) Muse

Barren C. (Primetime) Muse

Jun 17, 2021

Barren C. Muse Sr.(Primetime) Departed this life Thursday, June 17th, 2021. Visitation will be held Saturday, June 26, 2021, 9 am until religious service 1pm at MJR Friendly Service Funeral Home, 87 Paddio-Johnson Lane, hwy 1042, Greensburg, LA. He leaves to cherish his memories to his (9) loving and devoted children, Elizabeth, Barren Jr., Cadejaha, Gabriella, Alce, Alexander Muse, Kevlyn...

Linda (Holden) Farnell

Linda (Holden) Farnell

Jun 14, 2021

Linda (Holden) Farnell,departed this life Monday, June 14,2021.She was a current resident of Kentwood, LA. and former resident of New Orleans, LA. She leaves cherish her fond memories to her 2 daughters, Angela (Stanley) Lewis, Darrellyn (Nathaniel) Standfield. 1 son, Damien (Nicole) Farnell. Viewing will be held Saturday, June 19, 2021 from 12 noon until religious service at 2:00 pm...

Johnnie Mae (Taylor) Marshall

Johnnie Mae (Taylor) Marshall

Jun 10, 2021

Home Going Celebration forߒMrs. Johnnie Mae Taylor-Marshall ߒWill be held Saturday, June 19,2021 at Gospel Temple C.O.G.I.C. 82 Banks Lane Pine Grove, LA 70453Early viewing begins at 9 am followed by the homegoing celebration at12 noon .Service will be conducted by Elder Carl T. Taylor.Interment will proceed at Gospel Temple Cemetery.Arrangements were entrusted to MJR Friendly Service Funeral Home, Denham...

Aliya Hampton

Aliya Hampton

Jun 10, 2021

Aliya Hampton, departed this life on Saturday, June 10, 2021 at Baton Rouge General Medical. Graveside service took place Saturday, July 3,2021 at Southern Memorial Gradens 2pm. Arrangements Entrusted to MJR Friendly Service Funeral Home, Denham Springs, La.

Pastor Gloria (Ned) Coleman

Pastor Gloria (Ned) Coleman

Jun 6, 2021

Pastor Gloria (Ned) ColemanOur community sadly lost a great pillar and respected leader, when one of heaven's angels was called home on Sunday June 6, 2021. Pastor Missionary Gloria Ned- Coleman was a well-known Counselor, Evangelist, Minister, Motivational Speaker, and so much more in the community. She was called by one and loved by many; always willing to help those...

Joseph "Magic Man" Smith

Joseph "Magic Man" Smith

Jun 5, 2021

Departed this life Saturday, June 5, 2021. Visitation , Friday, June 11, 2021 from 5pm pm -8 pm at MJR Friendly Service Funeral Home, 87 Paddio Johnson Lane, hwy 1042.Religious service Saturday, June 12, 2021, 11am MJR Friendly Service Funeral Home, 87 Paddio Johnson Lane, hwy 1042., Greensburg, La.. Arrangements entrusted to MJR Friendly Service Funeral Home, Greensburg, La

Irvin Dunn

Irvin Dunn

Jun 4, 2021

Irvin Dunn departed this life on Friday, June 4, 2021, at the age of 74. Visitation Friday, June 11, 2021 5pm -7pm, Religious service Saturday, June 12, 2021 at 11am. Service will take place at New Day B. C. 707 South Spruce St, Hammond La. Arrangements entrusted to MJR Friendly Service Funeral Home, Denham Springs, La.

Johnny Lang

Johnny Lang

May 30, 2021

Johnny Lang Sr.Departed this life Sunday, May 30, 2021 at the age of 86. He leaves to cherish his memories to his wife, Earline Morris Lang. 1 daughter Lasandra Lang (Pete) Bell. 7 stepchildren Carolyn (Tommy) Hilliard, Bellouise Downing, Victoria (Bernard) Jackson, Janice (James) Rooks, Leon (Cheryl) Lee Jr., Nathaniel (Wanda) Lee, Kenneth Lee. Visitation will be held on Saturday,...

Alex J. Scott

Alex J. Scott

May 28, 2021

Alex J.ScottAlex J. Scott, resident of Baton Rouge, La., departed this life Friday, May 28, 2021. Viewing on Friday, June 4, 2021 from 10 am until religious service at 12 noon at MJR Friendly Service Funeral, 7803 Florida Blvd East, Denham Springs, La. Interment Old Hickory Lodge Cemetery, Baton Rouge, La. Arrangements entrusted to MJR Friendly Service Funeral Home, Denham...

Cora Jane Bulter Warner

Cora Jane Bulter Warner

May 25, 2021

Cora Jane Butler Warner, age 60 years was born to Alta Mae Butler and Jesse Coleman. She gave her life to Christ at a young age and was an usher at Mt. Zion Baptist Church in Montpelier, LA until her health failed. Cora entered her final resting place on May 25, 2021. Visitation will be held 5p-9p at Mt Zion...

Rebecca Ennis (Puddin) Daniels

Rebecca Ennis (Puddin) Daniels

May 25, 2021

Rebecca (Puddin) Daniels, departed this life Tuesday, May 25,2021. She was a resident of Waston, La. She leaves to cherish her memories, 5 daughters, 2 sons, a host of aunts, uncles, nieces, nephew, grandchildren and other family and friends. She was preceded in death by her husband, Charlie Daniels Sr. and 1 daughter, Glenda Anderson. Visitation will be Saturday, May...

Helen Jackson Graham

Helen Jackson Graham

May 25, 2021

Helen Jackson Graham 91, a resident of Pine Grove passed away peacefully at her home on May 25, 2021. Born August 3, 1929 to Wilford Jackson, Sr. and Ruth Quillen. Married Pearce Graham and was a mother of three children. She was a retired Food Service Worker for St. Helena Parish School System and a longtime member of Donald Chapel...

Deloris Marshall Self

Deloris Marshall Self

May 21, 2021

Deloris SelfDeparted this life on Friday, May 21, 2021, at the age of 75. She was survived by her 3 sons, Joseph (Dabrame) Self, Baton Rouge, La. Larry(Joyal) Self, Greensburg, La. Patrick (Daphne)Self, Houston, Tx. Drive -thru viewing 3pm - 8pm, MJR Friendly Service Funeral Home, 87 Paddio Johnson Lane, Hwy 1042 Greensburg, La. Visitation will resume on Saturday, May...

Alvin (Bob) Dunn

Alvin (Bob) Dunn

May 17, 2021

Alvin (Bob) DunnDeparted this life on Monday, May 17, 2021. He leaves to cherish his memories to his loving wife, Melissa Mayfield-Dunn, devoted son, Adam Dunn, devoted father, Albert Dunn Jr. 3 devoted sisters. Visitation will take place Saturday, May 29, 2021 at King Solomon B.C. 2670 72nd ave, Baton Rouge La. 9am until religious service 10:30 am. Service conducted...

Deaconess Maude Lee Smith

Deaconess Maude Lee Smith

May 15, 2021

Deaconess Maude Lee Smith, a true woman of God, entered into eternal rest May 15, 2021, at the blessed age of 94. She was affectionately known as 'Grandma Maude' to some and as 'Sister' to others. Left with loving memories, one daughter, Sarah Lee Williams; one granddaughter, Shiwand Mason (Reginald); and two great-grandchildren, Marquita Taylor and Noah Mason. Also survived...

Ray (Long Hair) Wilson

Ray (Long Hair) Wilson

May 15, 2021

Ray "Long Hair" Wilson, a native of Baton Rouge, LA, was born on Nov. 23, 1964 and gained his wings May 15, 2021 at his residence at the age of 57. He leaves to cherish his memories three daughters Christy Brooks, Tatiana Jackson and Rayanna Wilson, one son Trevile Simmons, one granddaughter Zoe Vilaysack and a host of other family...