Local obituaries for Bagnell & Son Funeral Home
Shelvey Jean Drew
Nov 13, 2025
Shelvey Jean (Turbeville) Drew, 72, gained her wings on November 13, 2025. She was a loving mother of 2, grandmother of 8, and great-grandmother of 2. She was preceded in death by her husband, Dennis Larry Drew; her sisters, Patricia Richardson and Annette Shelley; and her parents, Herbert Turbeville and Tronnie Mae (Baxley) Turbeville. She is survived by her children,...
Julia Ann Madden David
Nov 12, 2025
New Orleans, LA - Julia Ann Madden David passed away on Wednesday, November 12, 2025 surrounded by her family. She is survived by her only child, William Myron David and two grandchildren, William Tate David and Eleanor Ann Margaret David. She is also survived by two brothers, Merritt Madden and John Madden. She was preceded in death by her beloved...
Benjamin "Benny" Louis Levy, III
Nov 11, 2025
Benjamin Louis Levy, III passed away peacefully at his home in Goodbee, Louisiana, on November 11, 2025 with his family by his side. He was 74 years old.
Benny was the proud father of three, a devoted Pops to eight grandchildren, and a delighted great-grandfather to two and a half. A man of many gifts, he expressed his creativity through writing,...
Dianne Catherine Tantillo
Nov 11, 2025
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Dianne Catherine Tantillo, a woman of boundless faith and dignity. She was born on February 6, 1950 and transitioned out of this life on November 11, 2025. Throughout her journey of 75 years, she touched many lives with her faith, grace and humor.
After being diagnosed with cancer, Dianne fought...
Kathe Anna Esser
Nov 10, 2025
Kathe Anna Esser, aged 86, of Metairie, Louisiana, passed away on November 10, 2025. Born on March 22, 1939, in East Prussia (present day Lithuania).
Kathe eventually grew up in Germany where she would meet and marry her late husband, a Master Sergeant in the US Air Force, Henry Peter Esser as they raised three children and lived out her remaining...
Melville "Mel" Borne Jr.
Nov 9, 2025
“For God so loved the world that He gave His only Son, so that everyone who believes in Him may not perish but have eternal life.” John 3:16
Melville Frederick Borne Jr., lovingly known as Mel, went to be with the Lord on Sunday, November 9, 2025, at the age of 81. He was born on August 27, 1944, in New...
Betty Jean Yokers
Nov 9, 2025
Betty Jean Yokers, born November 28, 1946 in New Orleans, passed away peacefully in her sleep on November 9, 2025. She leaves behind her wife, Christina D. Walter, godson Jeffery LaHoste (Moises), stepson Brian Walter (Heather), step grandchildren Brooklyn Coker, Cadence Walter, and step great-grandson Tre Jeffries. She was the daughter of the late Jacob and Althea Yokers. Per request...
Scott Edward Schiffer
Nov 6, 2025
Scott Edward Schiffer, long time resident of Covington, LA, passed away on Thursday, November 6, 2025 at home. Scott was born on January 26, 1964, in New Orleans, to Frank Schiffer and Patricia Dean, and raised in Bucktown. He is preceded in death by his father, Frank Schiffer and stepfather, Ron Cochran. He is survived by the love of his...
Kraig John Stutes
Nov 6, 2025
Kraig John Stutes, 60, of Covington, Louisiana passed away peacefully at his home on November 6, 2025, surrounded by his loving wife and family.
Born in Rayne, La. On May 27, 1965 to Ralph and Arleen Stutes, Kraig graduated from Louisiana State University and built a respected career in financial management and was admired for his integrity, intelligence and kindness.
Kraig loved...
Jeffrey Alan Cox
Nov 5, 2025
Jeffrey was born December 6,1988 in Covington, LA and returned to his Heavenly home on November 5, 2025. He currently resided in Huntsville, Texas with his fiance, Johnni Peterman and their beautiful children, Christian and Scarlett, after living in Covington, Louisiana for most of his life.
He also leaves behind to cherish his memories, his mother Dana Newman Duczer of Covington,...
Donna Bergeron Delorenzo
Nov 4, 2025
Donna Bergeron Delorenzo, born on June 1, 1959, in New Orleans, Louisiana, passed away peacefully on November 4, 2025, in Folsom, Louisiana. At 66 years old, she leaves behind a loving family and many cherished memories.
Donna is survived by her daughter, Jena Populis, her son, Cleveland Populis (Marcie), and her brother, Ray DeMoll (Pearl). She was a proud grandmother to...
Otis Joseph Spell Jr.
Nov 3, 2025
Otis Joseph Spell Jr., a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully on November 3, 2025, in Covington, Louisiana. Born on October 19, 1948, in Bogalusa, Louisiana and then resided most of his life in Covington, Louisiana. His legacy of hard work, creativity, and love will forever remain in the hearts of those who knew him.
Otis was a...
Coral Lee Charpantier Oliver
Nov 3, 2025
Coral Lee Charpantier Oliver, born in New Orleans, La on April 25, 1930, passed away on November 3, 2025, at the age of 95 in Abita Springs, LA. She has been a resident of Saint Tammany Parish for the last 30 years.
She was the daughter of the late Stephan B. Charpantier and Eve "Evie" Younger Charpantier.
Cherished mother to the late...
Dianne Hahn Ricks Nuncio
Nov 3, 2025
Dianne Hahn Ricks Nuncio, 68, of Mandeville, Louisiana passed away peacefully on November 3, 2025. Dianne was born on October 22, 1957, in New Orleans, Louisiana to Elmo James Hahn and June Kaul Hahn who preceded her in death. She was also preceded in death by her first husband Christopher Ricks and second husband Anthony Nuncio, two stepdaughters Eva Nuncio...
Gail Landry Barthe
Nov 3, 2025
After an eight-year battle with cancer, Gail Landry Barthe entered her heavenly resting place on November 3, 2025.
She was the beloved wife of the late Walter Barthe, Jr., and together shared a beautiful blended family filled with love and laughter.
Gail was preceded in death by her parents, Anna Leahy Landry and Nestor Joseph Landry, and her siblings Nestor Joseph Landry...
Lawrence Roy Ackerman
Oct 30, 2025
It is with a heavy heart that the family of Lawrence Roy Ackerman born August 6, 1949 in Memphis, TN, passed away on October 30, 2025 in Covington, Louisiana at the age of 76.
He is survived by his daughter Catherine (William) Conrad and Christine (Robert) Falcon, his grandchildren Lydia and Elliott Conrad, Caroline and Clara Falcon.
He was a devoted husband...
Dr. Barry A. Shelby
Oct 29, 2025
Barry Aubrey Shelby, MD was born on June 5, 1942 in Ringgold, Louisiana to J.A. Shelby and Mabel Martin Shelby. He passed away peacefully on October 29, 2025 at the age of 83 surrounded by his loving family. A service will be held at Bagnell and Son Funeral Home located at 75212 Hwy 437 Covington, LA 70435 on Wednesday, November...
Rachel Leigh Bitter
Oct 27, 2025
Rachel Leigh Bitter, born on September 20, 1986, departed from this world on October 27, 2025. She was a kind-hearted soul who loved all living things, with a special fondness for dogs. Her love extended to cats, horses, rabbits, chickens, and even the smallest critters like ants. Rachel found joy and inspiration in music, art, and anything creative. She had...
Harold Rusaw Jenkins
Oct 25, 2025
Harold Rusaw Jenkins of Covington, Louisiana passed away on October 25, 2025 at the age of 92. Mr. Jenkins was a lifelong resident of Covington, Louisiana. He attended and graduated from Covington High School and then served in the United States Army. He then went on to work in construction and ranching.
He was the youngest of six children. He is...
James Wayne Gros
Oct 22, 2025
James Wayne Gros, born on February 11, 1993, in Slidell, Louisiana, passed away on October 22, 2025, in Pearl River, Louisiana. He was a beloved son to Elliot Galloway and Stephanie Gros, and his siblings, Elijah Gros and Lizzy Galloway.
James was an active member of the Pearl Hickory Baptist Church, where he found community and connection. He had a deep...
