Local obituaries for Bagnell & Son Funeral Home
Albert Lee Fortner
Jun 24, 2026
Albert “Lee-Lee” Fortner Jr. born on June 24, 1979, in New Orleans, Louisiana, left us all too soon on June 24, 2026, in his beloved hometown. Lee's presence in both New Orleans and Knoxville, Tennessee, shaped a life filled with rich experiences.
In the earliest days, Lee-Lee was the adorable red-haired boy whose smile warmed our hearts. He was goofy,...
Cathy Williams Frabbiele
Jun 24, 2026
Cathy Lynne Williams Frabbiele passed away peacefully on June 24, 2026, in Covington, Louisiana, one day after celebrating her 68th birthday.
Born on June 23, 1958, in New Orleans, Louisiana, Cathy was the beloved daughter of James Earl Williams and Carol Joan Brauner Williams, both of whom preceded her in death. She was also preceded in death by her devoted husband,...
James Joseph Derbes
Jun 23, 2026
Jim Derbes departed this earthly life at the age of 75 and entered into the glory of the Lord. He was born in New Orleans, LA to the late Arthur J. Derbes and Lucille Dours Derbes. Jim was the beloved husband of Bonnie Bryars Derbes for 47 wonderful years. He was a devoted father of Beauregard J. Derbes (Beau) and...
Barbara Lee Verret
Jun 22, 2026
In Loving Memory of Barbara Lee Verret
Barbara Lee Verret, age 79, passed away peacefully on Monday, June 22, 2026, at home surrounded by her daughters.
Born on March 22, 1947, Barbara lived a life devoted to her family and loved ones. She will be remembered for her faith, strength, and the love she shared with all who knew her.
Barbara was preceded...
Faye Anita Sevin
Jun 19, 2026
It is with heavy hearts and profound respect that we announce the passing of our beloved Faye Anita Sevin, who left this world peacefully in her home on June 19, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family.
Faye was born on November 9, 1949, in the city of New Orleans, Louisiana, to her cherished parents, Raymond and Narcille Mayeaux. Her...
Myrna Johnson Buras
Jun 18, 2026
Myrna Johnson Buras, 81 of Covington, LA, died peacefully at home on June 18, 2026, surrounded by her husband and children.
Born May 31, 1945 in Port Sulphur, Louisiana, Myrna was preceded in death by her parents, Carroll and Dorothy Johnson; her brother Larry Johnson and his wife Sandra; her aunt, Audrey Johnson; and her uncle, Herman “Joe Scott” Johnson.
She is...
Merrill Maratea
Jun 18, 2026
Merrill Maratea, born August 26, 1952 to the late Frank Maratea and Lily Maratea in Riverside, New Jersey, he journeyed home on June 18, 2026 after a valiant fight with Pancreatic cancer. A near lifelong resident of New Orleans and Metairie, he attended John F. Kennedy High School and received a B.S. from UNO in Medical Technology.
He is survived by...
Linda Hentze Vernaci
Jun 17, 2026
It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of Linda Hentze Vernaci in her home on the night of June Seventeenth, 2026.
Born in New Orleans, Louisiana to Cyril G. Hentze and Aline Streck Hentze on the Twenty-Ninth of October 1943, faith and family were centered in Linda's life.
Linda grew up in New Orleans in the embrace of...
Pansy Marie Boudreaux
Jun 16, 2026
Pansy Marie Boudreaux, a beloved daughter, sister, and cherished member of her community, passed away peacefully on June 16, 2026, in Madisonville, Louisiana. Born on November 3, 1947, in Marrero, Louisiana, Pansy devoted her life to her family and those around her with gentle strength and unwavering kindness.
Throughout her 78 years, she was known for her warmth, quiet dignity, and...
Steve Taylor M.D.
Jun 13, 2026
Dr. Steve Taylor, a distinguished professor and psychiatrist, passed away peacefully at the age of 87 on June 13, 2026, in the arms of his loving family. His journey was marked by a lifetime dedicated to service and education.
As a youth, he excelled as an Eagle Scout, lifeguard, and Baptist missionary in Hawaii. Despite battling childhood asthma, Steve showcased his...
Effie Schulz Shipman
Jun 13, 2026
In Loving Memory of Effie Schulz Shipman.
Effie Schulz Shipman, age 90, passed away peacefully on June 13, 2026, surrounded by the love of family and the grace of her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.
Born on August 3, 1935, in Slidell, Louisiana, Effie was the beloved daughter of Oswald Schulz and Mary Keyser Schulz, both of whom preceded her in death....
Alicia Marie Jedwabnik
Jun 13, 2026
Alıcıa Marie Jedwabnik of Covington, Louisiana was called home by her Heavenly Father on Saturday June 13, 2026.
She was born Tuesday November 14, 1978. Alicia (Lee) had cerebral palsy. She was loved by everyone. She was a happy child and adult. She also loved the Lord and went to her church, The Sanctuary, regularly and participated in the Service when...
Mark Michael Kirkley
Jun 12, 2026
Mark Michael Kirkley passed away peacefully at his home on June 12, 2026 at the age of 71. Born on August 19, 1954, in the city of New Orleans, Louisiana, Mark was the second son of the late Daniel E. Kirkley, Jr. and Ethel Ravannack Kirkley.
Mark’s life was a testament to the love and spirit of family and community. Preceded...
Margorie Elizabeth Cromp
Jun 11, 2026
Margorie Arthur Cromp, lovingly known as Mimi, passed away on June 11, 2026, in Covington, Louisiana, at the age of 76 surrounded by family. She was born April 16, 1950, in New Orleans, Louisiana but resided on the North Shore for most of her life.
Margie was the light in a huge family that included nearly 55 grand and great-grandchildren and...
Sharon Roussell Catalanotto
Jun 8, 2026
"I am the resurrection and the life. The one who believes in me will live, even though they die." – John 11:25
Sharon Roussell Catalanotto passed away peacefully, with her family by her side, on June 8, 2026, in Slidell, Louisiana, at the age of 84. Born on February 20, 1942, in New Orleans, Sharon lived most of her life in...
Timothy Donice Blackwell II
Jun 7, 2026
Timothy Donice Blackwell II—“Bo” to absolutely everyone—lived his life the way some folks wish they could: wide open, full throttle, and with a heart big enough to carry half the parish in it. When he passed away on June 7, 2026, the world didn’t just lose a man; it lost a presence. The kind of presence you heard before you...
Tammy Marie Bell
Jun 6, 2026
It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of Tammy Marie Bell on the Sixth of June, 2026.
Tammy Marie Bell was born to Thomas Alexander Bell and Julie Margaret Faber on the Eighteenth of April 1964 in New Orleans, Louisiana. It was there, surrounded by the sounds, smells, and culture, that she developed a love of music,...
Steven Louis Chaney
Jun 6, 2026
Steven Louis Chaney born January 31st 1981 in Ponca City Oklahoma passed away peacefully at his home in Covington Louisiana on June 6th 2026 at the age of 45 with his wife by his side.
Steven lived his life fast, hard and with all of his heart. Steven was proud to have served his country with the National Guard and then...
Fernando Lemoine Patrón
Jun 5, 2026
Fernando Lemoine Patrón passed away peacefully in his home at age 83 on June 5, 2026 surrounded by his family. Pat lived a life marked by dedication and service to his family and country. Known to many simply as "Pat," he lived a life marked by compassion, strength, and deep devotion to his family.
Pat spent three years at Saint Joseph...
Samuel Jesse Collins
Jun 5, 2026
Samuel Jesse Collins, affectionately known to family and friends as “Wolfman,” passed away on June 5, 2026, at the age of 70. He was born on December 20, 1955, to the late Cecil Collins Sr. and Helen S. Collins.
Sam was a lifelong resident of Covington, Louisiana, and was known for his free spirit, kind heart, and easygoing nature. A hippie...
