Local obituaries for Bagnell & Son Funeral Home
JoAnn LaForge
Mar 2, 2025
JoAnn LaForge (JoJo) passed on Sunday March 2, 2025 at the age of 93. She is survived by her children Michael LaForge (Mary Ann), Paula Lonergan (Moe), Mary Aiello (Tommy), Mark LaForge, Jean Napolitano (Jay), Gregory LaForge, Jill Schaefer (Jerry), Carl LaForge Jr (Bridget), John LaForge (Celeste), and Patrick LaForge (Dawn), along with forty grandchildren and many great grandchildren. JoAnn...
John R. Hayes Jr.
Mar 2, 2025
John Robert Hayes Jr. was born on January 11, 1939, in New Orleans, Louisiana and resided in Mandeville, Louisiana for 30 years. He passed away peacefully on March 2, 2025, in Covington, Louisiana. John led a fulfilling life, marked by a dedicated career at Jefferson Parish Waterworks from which he retired.
He served in the US Navy, a commitment that...
Debra Ann Schoenherr
Mar 1, 2025
It is with immense grief that the family of Debra Ann Schoenherr announces her passing on March 1, 2025 at the age of 69. Debra, known to friends and family as Debbie or Deb, was born on March 17, 1955 in Ohio. She was a deeply beloved mother, grandmother, and friend.
Debbie spent her lifetime caring for others as a traveling...
Judith A. Mondebello
Mar 1, 2025
Judith A. Mondebello, born on July 1, 1944, in New Orleans, Louisiana, passed away peacefully on March 1, 2025, in Franklinton, Louisiana. She touched the lives of many and will be remembered for her warm spirit and loving heart.
Judith leaves behind to cherish her loving memories, her beloved husband Charles Mondebello, her daughter Gina Mondebello (Larry Cottrell), and grandchildren Christopher...
Rene Joseph Comeaux III
Feb 28, 2025
Rene Joseph Comeaux III, born on July 29, 1958, in New Orleans, Louisiana, passed away peacefully on February 28, 2025, in Pearl River, Louisiana. A cherished member of his family and community, Rene leaves behind a legacy of love and warmth that will be deeply missed.
A man of many passions, Rene was an avid fisherman and hunter, and a proud...
Emmett Francis Poynot
Feb 28, 2025
Emmett Francis Poynot, born on July 6, 1943, in New Orleans, Louisiana, passed away on February 28, 2025, in Covington, Louisiana. He was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and brother, leaving behind a legacy of love and dedication to his family.
Emmett was an active member of the Theta Xi fraternity and enjoyed a variety of hobbies. He loved reading, dancing,...
Erma Dell Sanders Strickland
Feb 27, 2025
Erma Dell Sanders Strickland, a devoted wife and mother, passed away on February 27, 2025 at the age of 88.
Born in Ringgold, Louisiana, she spent most of her time taking care of her family and home. She loved to sew, cook and fish in her spare time. In later years, she traveled with her husband all across the United States,...
Thomas Fraiche, Sr.
Feb 26, 2025
Thomas J. Fraiche, Sr, (T-Tom )88, entered the arms of the Lord, February 26,2025.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Ann Bevan Fraiche, his son Thomas Fraiche, Jr., his parents Edward and Gesina Fraiche, and sister Marion Lochridge. He is survived by his loving children: Sharon and Suzanne (Chris), his Grandson and Best Friend Jack Fraiche and his Granddaughter...
Dillon Joyce Reidenauer
Feb 26, 2025
Dillon Joyce Reidenauer was born May 30, 2006 in Slidell, Louisiana and grew up in Abita Springs, Louisiana. Dillon was taken too soon on February 26, 2025. Dillon spread the light of Christ to all who knew her through her kind heart and beautiful spirit. She was intelligent and wise beyond her years. She was a dedicated and loyal daughter,...
David Joseph Acosta
Feb 26, 2025
David Joseph Acosta, a compassionate caretaker who devoted his life to serving others, passed away peacefully on February 26, 2025, in Hammond, Louisiana. Born on October 27, 1966, in New Orleans, Louisiana, David was a kind, sweet, and humble man of God whose gentle spirit profoundly impacted those around him.
Throughout his life, David embraced his role as a caretaker, providing...
Rev. William Joseph McGough
Feb 25, 2025
We are sorry to inform you that Rev. William Joseph McGough, a priest of the Archdiocese of New Orleans, died on February 24, 2025. He was 96 years of age.
Father McGough was born on August 17, 1928 in County Kerry, Ireland. He attended elementary school at National Primary in Askeaton, Ireland and his secondary education was at Rockwell College in...
Sheryl Chiasson Rome
Feb 24, 2025
Sheryl Chiasson Rome, born on March 30, 1958, passed away peacefully on February 24, 2025, in New Orleans, Louisiana. She lived her life to the fullest, embracing every moment with joy and enthusiasm.
Sheryl leaves behind her loving husband, Charles A. Rome, Jr. Sheryl was a cherished sister to Karen Chiasson and a proud sibling to her brother, Jerry P. Chiasson...
John Marlin Blackwell II
Feb 24, 2025
John Marlin Blackwell II passed away at the age of 53 on Monday, February 24, 2025, surrounded by his family at his home in Kentwood, Louisiana.
John was born on December 21, 1971, in Slidell, Louisiana to native Louisianans John Blackwell and Catherine East. In 1994 he joined the Army National Guard, after which he spent some time as a commercial...
Randy David Millbern
Feb 23, 2025
Randy David Millbern passed away on February 23, 2025, at Slidell Memorial Hospital. His journey began on May 10, 1960, in the vibrant city of New Orleans, Louisiana.
Randy was a proud veteran who honorably served in the United States Marine Corps. During his service, he acquired the skills of a diesel mechanic, a trade that he continued to cultivate throughout...
Pamela Therese Manguno Hewitt
Feb 21, 2025
Pamela Therese Manguno Hewitt, beloved wife of Richard Douglas Hewitt, loving mother, grandmother, and great grandmother, has entered her heavenly home on February 21, 2025 at the age of 77. Pamela was born on March 21, 1947 at Mercy Hospital in New Orleans, Louisiana, to Francis J. and Miriam C. Buisson Manguno. Pamela met her husband Richard, a US Navy...
Alcee-Randall John Juge
Feb 20, 2025
Alcee-Randall John Juge (Randy) passed peacefully in his sleep on February 20, 2025, at the age of 81. He was born on January 26, 1944, in New Orleans, Louisiana, the son of the late Frank E. Juge and the late Florence Sigg Juge.
Randy was a courageous patriot and loving husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather and brother. He graduated from East...
Christopher Anthony Barcelona Sr.
Feb 20, 2025
Christopher “Chris” Barcelona, Sr., passed away on February 20, 2025, at the age of 63. Born and raised in Marrero, Louisiana, he was a graduate of Archbishop Shaw High School and made his career as an accomplished Marine Draftsman. Long before computer technology, Chris was creating designs for water vessels built throughout the United States. He religiously tracked the weather...
Sondra Finch Logan
Feb 19, 2025
A GRANDCHILD’S LOVE NEVER WAIVERS…..While her amazingly loving grandson, Adam, tightly and bravely held her hand....her other amazingly loving grandson and our Angel in Heaven, Steven, took the other and guided her home to Heaven with him. Sondra Joy Finch Logan was welcomed into Heaven to join her parents, brother, a son, a grandson, and an ex-husband of which all...
Linda Darlene Matteson
Feb 19, 2025
Linda Darlene Matteson, aged 72, of Slidell, Louisiana, passed away peacefully on February 19, 2025. Born on April 29, 1952, in Bamberg, Germany and a native of Soso, Mississippi, Linda was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother whose warmth and kindness touched the lives of many.
Linda leaves behind her cherished children: Daniel Denney and his wife Denia, Christopher Matteson...
George Beauvais
Feb 19, 2025
George Pascal Beauvais, born on March 27, 1934, in New Orleans, Louisiana, passed away peacefully on February 18, 2025, in his hometown. He was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, cherished by all who knew him.
George enjoyed life to the fullest. He found great joy in playing Bunco with friends at the Pink House, and he lit up the...

