Local obituaries for Bagnell & Son Funeral Home
Clair Arthurs Simmons
Nov 8, 2026
Clair “Clair Bear” Simmons, 63, passed away on November 8, 2026. Born on January 3, 1963, she was a dearly loved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend.
Clair is survived by her husband, Charles C. Simmons Jr.; her daughter, Ashley Lorraine Moreno, and son-in-law, Daniel V. Moreno; her grandson, Nicholas Moreno; her brothers, Edward Arthurs, Brian Ortego, and Robert Arthurs;...
Wanda "Nonnie" Backhaus Pattison
Nov 7, 2026
Wanda “Nonnie” Backhaus Pattison passed away on November 7, 2026, in Kenner, Louisiana after a brief illness. She was born on October 26, 1944, and will be remembered with deep love by those who knew her and by the family who cherished her throughout her life.
At the heart of Wanda’s life was her family. She is survived by her daughter,...
George Wayne Wactor
Nov 7, 2026
In Loving Memory of George “Wayne” Wactor
September 26, 1948 – November 7, 2026
Age 78 | Folsom, Louisiana
George “Wayne” Wactor, 78, of Folsom, Louisiana, proudly served his country as a member of the United States Navy, serving during the Vietnam War and Desert Storm. He also dedicated years of service to the Louisiana State Police before retiring. His service and dedication...
Robert Byrne Rees
Nov 7, 2026
Robert Byrne Rees was born on November 25, 1952, in Pensacola, Florida, to Grover Joseph Rees, Jr. and Patricia Byrne Rees. The second of twelve children, Robert spent his early years in Hawaii, Virginia, and Maryland before making his home in Louisiana. Following high school, Robert served in the United States Marine Corps from 1970 to 1972. After returning home,...
June Bigner Calkins
Nov 7, 2026
June Bigner Calkins passed away on November 7, 2026, at the age of 87. Born on December 20, 1938, in New Orleans, Louisiana, she made her home in Pearl River, Louisiana, where she was known for the love she gave to her family and the grace with which she lived her life.
June found deep joy in the life she shared...
Karl Wayne Galloway
Nov 4, 2026
Karl Wayne Galloway, age 72, of Bush, Louisiana, passed away on November 4, 2026.
Wayne was a devoted husband, loving father, stepfather, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, and friend. He was a simple country boy who loved his family, enjoyed the outdoors, and found happiness in the things that mattered most in life. He took great pride in his family and the many...
Telitha "T" Olivia Talley
Nov 4, 2026
Telitha ”T“ Olivia Talley of Bush Louisiana passed peacefully from this life on November 4, 2026 at St Tammany Parish Hospital in Covington, Louisiana, surrounded by her family. She was born on March 26, 1950 to Theodore George and Zula Enice Williams.Telitha is survived by her husband of 60 years, Ronald “RD” Talley; her son Patrick (Patri) Talley and her...
Fr. Aelred Michael Kavanagh, O.S.B.
Nov 3, 2026
FR. AELRED MICHAEL KAVANAGH, O.S.B., a Benedictine monk of Saint Joseph Abbey in Saint Benedict, LA, 80 years old and fortified with the sacraments of the church died Tuesday, November 3rd at St. Tammany Parish Hospital after a lengthy illness. He was surrounded by members of his family and monastic community.
Fr. Aelred was born on February 12, 1946 in New...
Glenda Spano
Nov 2, 2026
Glenda Spano, born on September 23, 1942, in New Orleans, Louisiana, passed away on November 2, 2026, in Covington, Louisiana. She will be remembered as a spirited and loving woman whose energy, determination, and warmth touched those around her.
Glenda had a deep love for life and brought that same enthusiasm to the things she enjoyed most. She was very sports-minded...
James Arnold "Jimmy" Breaux
Nov 1, 2026
James Arnold “Jimmy” Breaux, age 85, passed away at his home in Covington, LA on Sunday, November 1, 2026. Born and raised in New Orleans, Jimmy was a man of remarkable creativity, endless curiosity, and a deep appreciation for art, history, and the rich culture of his beloved hometown.
The son of the late James Breaux, Jr. and Maria Francoise Danigole...
Joseph Claud Miller
Nov 1, 2026
Joseph Claud Miller, a native of Mobile, Alabama and a resident of Mandeville, Louisiana, passed away on November 1, 2026, at the age of 83.
Born on November 12, 1942, Joseph built a life marked by faith, education, and devoted service to generations of students and school communities. He attended McGill Institute in Mobile, Alabama, continued his studies at LSUNO, where...
Mitzi Rhea Caillouet
Oct 31, 2026
Mitzi Caillouet passed away unexpectedly on October 31, at the age of 43, leaving behind a lifetime of memories, stories, laughter, and a circle of family and friends who will forever miss her unmistakable presence.
Born in Thibodaux, Louisiana, Mitzi was a proud graduate of Thibodaux High School, Class of 2000. Throughout her life, she made her way from Louisiana to...
Ed Guynes
Oct 31, 2026
With profound grief and sorrow that words cannot fully express, we said goodbye to Edwin Albert Guynes, who left us peacefully surrounded by his wife and 2 daughters on October 31st at the age of 93.
For 59 years he was the cherished husband, steady partner and best friend of his loving wife Jeanie Guynes.He is survived by his children, Bobby...
Randall James Wooley
Oct 30, 2026
Randall “Randy” Wooley, age 51, passed away on Friday, October 30, 2026.
Randy was a man of strong Christian faith, a generous heart and a giving spirit. Although he rarely spoke about his faith, he lived it through his actions, his kindness, and his compassion for others. He never turned away anyone in need and was always willing to extend a...
George Dewey Smith III
Oct 30, 2026
George Dewey Smith III passed away on October 30, 2026, in Ponchatoula, Louisiana, at the age of 80. He was born on December 30, 1945, in Pittsburg, Pennsylvania.
George lived a life marked by loyalty, service, and the simple joys that brought him happiness. He attended the University of Dayton and later served his country as a Marine in the Vietnam...
Rita B. Smith
Oct 27, 2026
Rita B. Smith, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and friend, peacefully departed this life on October 27, 2026, in Madisonville, Louisiana surrounded by family. She was born on July 15, 1945, in Dulac, Louisiana, where she also made her home.
Rita was the beloved wife of the late Joseph P. Smith Sr. She was the daughter of Claude Billot...
Randy Gerard Wauldron
Oct 26, 2026
Chief Petty Officer, Randy Gerard Wauldron, 63, of Slidell, Louisiana, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on Monday, October 26,2026 after a courageous and honorable battle against cancer. Randy was born on December 31, 1962, in Warren, Michigan. He graduated from Lincoln High School in 1981. Chief Wauldron joined the United States Navy in August 1981.
A decorated veteran of...
Edward Arthur Wyman Sr.
Oct 26, 2026
Edward Arthur Wyman Sr. passed away on October 26, 2026, in Bush, Louisiana. He was born on December 6, 1956, in New Orleans, Louisiana. He will be remembered with love and respect by those who knew him.
Edward was a Veteran of the United States Marine Corps. He was also known for his skill and dedication in his work as an...
Mary Garcia Patton
Oct 25, 2026
In Loving Memory of Mary W. Garcia Patton
Mary Garcia Patton, lovingly known as "Mamare" to her grandchildren, passed away on October 25, 2026, surrounded by the family she loved so fiercely.
Mary was the beloved daughter of the late Boyd and Gladys Whitfield. She was preceded in death by her husband, Roland "Bubba" Garcia; Huey Preston Patton; her daughter, Julia Lee...
Michael 'Mickey' Ann Murray
Oct 24, 2026
Michael (Mickey) Ann Murray, 85, of Covington, LA, passed peacefully on October 24, 2026. Mickey was originally from Cedartown, GA, where she spent most of her childhood. She and her family eventually moved to Jackson, MS, where she met her late husband, Doug. The two of them shared many adventures traveling the world and living abroad, including London and Malaysia....
