Local obituaries for Bagnell & Son Funeral Home
Jonathan Conway Bennett
Jan 24, 2026
Jonathan Conway Bennett, born on May 20, 1970, in Covington, Louisiana, passed away on January 24, 2026, in the same town he called home throughout his life. He was a loving husband to his spouse, Deborah Lee, and a cherished son to his parents, James Carroll Bennett and Phyllis Ann Lee Bennett. Jonathan was also a devoted brother to Jason...
Gerald Joseph Ziegler Sr.
Jan 24, 2026
Gerald Joseph Ziegler, Sr., was born to the late Ward Joseph Ziegler and Laura Pichon Ziegler on November 6, 1942, in Slidell, LA, the fourth of six children and only son. He departed this world peacefully at home, in Lacombe, on January 24, 2026, after a brief battle with pneumonia. He is survived by his devoted wife of 57 years,...
Karen Suzanne Shields
Jan 22, 2026
Karen was born in Woodbury, NJ and lived in the South Jersey/Philadelphia area for over 30 years. She graduated from West Deptford High School and the University of Delaware where she earned a dual Bachelor’s in Communications and Theater. She went on to complete a Master’s in Counseling/LCSW from The College of NJ and a second Master’s in English from...
Tara Hamann Williams
Jan 22, 2026
Tara Williams, aged 50, passed away peacefully in her sleep comforted by her loving husband and children on the twenty-second of January 2026. She will be missed.
Tara Harmann Williams was born January first, 1976, to Guy G. Hamann and Sheila Gaudin Bergeron in Metairie, Louisiana. Her childhood, with her brother Scott Hamann, taught her the lessons of compassion and the...
Frances DiPadova Bitter
Jan 22, 2026
Frances DiPadova Bitter, 73, of Covington, LA, passed away peacefully of natural causes at her residence in Forest Manor Nursing Center on January 22, 2026. She was born in San Juan, Puerto Rico in 1952 to Raffaelo DiPadova and Anna L. DiPadova.
She lived a full life and her favorite past time was singing with her karaoke machine, and sang for...
Joan Mancil
Jan 21, 2026
It is with great sorrow that we announce the passing of Joan Mancil on the twenty-first of January, 2026, aged 84.
Joan was born in Hattiesburg, Mississippi to John Clinton and Ollie Jean Myers on the sixteenth of February, 1941. Her family would later move to St. Bernard where she would marry Bernard Volcheck and together they would raise Cindy Morgan,...
Deborah Goodwin Alexander
Jan 20, 2026
It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of Deborah Goodwin Alexander on the 20th of January, 2026 at home in Covington, Louisiana, comforted by her family.
Deborah Goodwin Alexander was born on the 6th of September, 1956 to Walter and Joan Goodwin in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Her family moved to Virginia, but later she struck out for New...
Suzanne "Sue" Goldman Reeve
Jan 20, 2026
Suzanne “Sue” Reeve, age 72, a resident of Bush, Louisiana, passed away on January 20, 2026, surrounded by love. She was born on January 26, 1953, in New Orleans, Louisiana.
Sue was preceded in death by her parents, Walter Goldman and Alva “Billie” Goldman.
She is survived by her children, Rene Cronian Babin, Glen Cronian, and Amanda Reeve; her brothers, Ronald Goldman...
Bryan Kristofer Boyer
Jan 19, 2026
You were my gift from God, and I have been blessed for 37 years to be your mom. From the day you were born, your life was filled with challenges, but it was filled with resilience and meaning. You were the strongest person I have ever known.
Even though you never spoke a word, you taught everyone you ever met patience,...
Lisa Marie Doucet
Jan 18, 2026
Lisa Marie Doucet, 43, of Arabi, Louisiana, passed away tragically in Arabi after being struck by a car. Her passing leaves a deep sadness in the hearts of those who loved her.
Lisa was a devoted mother to her sons, Jovin January and Lian January, who were the center of her world. She shared many years with her longtime partner, Trey...
Cui Xia Sito
Jan 18, 2026
We are mournful to announce the death of Cui Xia Sito on January 18, 2026. She lived for 92 years and left some wonderful memories that touched the hearts of her family.
A brave soul who graced our lives with compassion and benevolence, Cui Xia’s presence will surely be missed. Cui Xia may have passed on, but her spirit lives on...
Ernest R. Revere
Jan 16, 2026
Ernest R. Revere, a devoted father and cherished brother, transitioned peacefully from this life on January 16, 2026, in Bush, Louisiana. He was born on June 5, 1943, in Covington, Louisiana.
Ernest enjoyed enjoyed working with his hand, this led him into a career as a supervisor for crews installing insulation. Colleagues and workers alike respected his unwavering dedication to quality...
Guy I. Pichon
Jan 16, 2026
Born January 4, 1954 in Slidell Louisiana.
He is preceded in death with his father Archie Pichon, mother Loretta Pichon and daughter Leah Pichon.
He leaves behind his sisters Diane Pichon Staes (the late Ronald Staes Sr.) Audrey Pichon Badon (Frederick Badon Sr.) Wendell Miguel Pichon. Two sons, Steadmon Pichon and Cody James. Two grandsons Carson Pichon and Greyson Pichon. Along with...
Linda Lee Callais
Jan 14, 2026
Linda Lee Callais, a long time resident of St. Bernard, passed away peacefully on the 14th of January 2026, aged 82.
A native of New Orleans, Linda was born to Frank and Juanita Giammanchere. She led a life of public service and will be remembered for the many lives she touched.
In death she joins her beloved husband Robert Callais and sister...
James Evesson Wilson
Jan 14, 2026
James “Jimmy” Evesson Wilson Sr., 72, of Slidell, Louisiana passed into glory on January 14, 2026 surrounded by his loving family. Jimmy was born in Marietta, Georgia the son of Jack Owen Wilson Sr. and Hulda Grace (Munoz) Wilson.
Jimmy graduated from Redemptorist High School in New Orleans, Louisiana in 1972. He married the love of his life, Charmaine Daire, in...
Russell "Rusty" Daugherty
Jan 13, 2026
Russell "Rusty" Daugherty, born on November 24, 1968, in Marrero, Louisiana, passed away on January 13, 2026, in Bogalusa, Louisiana. He was a loving grandfather, doting father, amazing brother, and the best friend anyone could have.
Rusty is survived by his ex-wife and mother of his children, Constance Renee' Spencer, and his three children: daughter Destyne' Saacks (Ryan), daughter Tara Daugherty,...
Rebecca Lynn Speyrer
Jan 13, 2026
Rebecca “Becky” Speyrer, a resident of Mandeville, Louisiana, passed away peacefully on January 13, 2026, at the age of 73. She was born on August 29, 1952, in Corpus Christi, Texas.
Becky was preceded in death by her father, Leroy Robert Woodall, and her mother, Verna Augusta Goehring.
She is survived by her loving husband, John B. Speyrer Jr.; her sons, Corey...
Fulton Peter Bourgeois
Jan 13, 2026
Fulton Peter Bourgeois born on October 19, 1944 in New Orleans, La. Entered in rest on Tuesday, January 13, 2026 at the age of 81.
Beloved husband of Sheila Smith Bourgeois for 39 years. Father of Steven Bourgeois (Susie), Tammy Kinchen (Tim), Michelle Keith (William), and the late Jason Bourgeois. Stepfather to Tina Bourgeois (Henry) and Becky Menesses (Sam) for 43...
David Glenn Baker Sr.
Jan 12, 2026
David Glenn Baker Sr., born on November 5, 1960, passed away on January 12, 2026, in Covington, Louisiana. He was a loving son, father, brother, and grandfather, cherished by his friends.
David was the son of Ruby Rachel Roubion Baker. He was a proud father to his children, David Glenn Baker II (Laney), Samantha Baker Hammond (Joshua), Katherine Marie Baker Herman....
Lisa Diane Sharp
Jan 12, 2026
Lisa Diane Sharp passed away in Covington, LA on the 12th of January 2026, aged 44.
Born in Covington to Hollis Sharp Sr. and Debra Watson Vasbinder in 1981, Lisa's childhood was one of faith, support, and love with her siblings Randy Sharp and Hollis Lee Sharp Jr.
Lisa made a modest living as a grocery cashier in Folsom LA, but that...
