Rita Jean Williams Walton
July 25, 2026
Rita Williams Walton, 95, of Keithville, Louisiana, passed away peacefully on July 25, 2026.Rita was born on February 18, 1931, to Vardaman and Lenora Williams in Keithville. She grew up on her family farm, working alongside her parents and helping raise her younger siblings. It was within a few miles of the Williams homeplace that she devoted her life to...
Derryl Lane Lee
July 25, 2026
Derryl Lane Lee of Florien Louisiana, age 65, passed away peacefully on July 25, 2026, surrounded by his loving family.
Born on January 19, 1961, in Flagstaff, Arizona, to David Lee and the late Pearl Lee of Florien, Louisiana. Derryl lived a life defined by love, laughter, family, and perseverance.
Despite facing numerous challenges throughout his life, Derryl never wavered in his...
John Herchel Bedsole
July 25, 2026
John Herschel Bedsole, 76, of Mansfield, Louisiana, passed away peacefully on July 25, 2026, in Shreveport, Louisiana. He was born on February 24, 1950, in Mansfield, Louisiana.
A Memorial service will be held on Wednesday July 29, 2026, from 5:00-7:00 p.m. at Kilpatrick’s Rose-Neath Funeral Home Chapel, 943 Polk Street, Mansfield, Louisiana.
John was a hard working and dedicated businessman who owned...
Christopher C. Parker, Jr.
July 24, 2026
A memorial service to celebrate the life of Christopher “Chris” Columbus Parker, Jr., 83, will be held on Friday, August 21, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. at Rose-Neath Funeral Home, 2201 Airline Dr., Bossier City, Louisiana. A visitation will be held from 10:00 a.m. until the time of the service. Officiating the service will be Dr. Brad Franklin and Dr. David...
Herschel Lloyd Wimberley
July 24, 2026
Visitation for Herschel Lloyd Wimberley, 81, will be held Tuesday, July 28, 2026, from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM at Rose-Neath Funeral Home, 2201 Airline Dr., Bossier City, Louisiana. A graveside service will take place on Wednesday, July 29, 2026, at 10:30 AM at New Chapel Hill Cemetery in West Monroe, Louisiana. Officiating the service will be Brother Scott O'Rear.
Herschel...
Virginia "Jenny" Lea Rich
July 24, 2026
A visitation for Virginia “Jenny” Lea Rich, 41, will be held on Thursday, July 30, 2026, from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. at Rose-Neath Funeral Home, 2201 Airline Dr., Bossier City, Louisiana.
Jenny was born on August 28, 1984, to Robert Alfred Rich and Brenda Stiles Rich in Bossier City, Louisiana, and passed away on Friday, July 24, 2026, in Benton,...
Perry Michael (Mike) Orr
July 23, 2026
Perry Michael “Mike” Orr, Jr., born September 3, 1971, passed away on July 23, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of skill, dedication, and cherished friendships. He is survived by his beloved wife, Susie Orr; his mother, Donna Herman; his brothers, Clint Orr (and his wife, Dinah) and David Herman (and his wife, Sarah); his grandmother, Virginia Lutterman (and husband, Gerald);...
Jerry L. Roten
July 23, 2026
Funeral services celebrating the life of Jerry L. Roten will be held Sunday, July 26, 2026, at 3:00 p.m. with visitation beginning at 1:00 pm. Officiating will be Bro. Charles Lechner. Interment will follow at Brushwood Cemetery in Dubberly, Louisiana.
Jerry was born August 28, 1945, in Shreveport, Louisiana and left this earthly life for his heavenly home July 23, 2026,...
Darryl Carter
July 23, 2026
A graveside service for Mr. Darryl Wayne Carter will be held at Mt. Lebanon Cemetery on Tuesday, July 28, 2026, at 9:00 a.m. with Rev. Kelli Stephenson officiating.
Darryl was born on December 6, 1961, in Alexandria, Louisiana to Wayne and Shirley Stainback Carter. He entered into rest on July 23, 2026.
Darryl grew up in a military family, traveling to several...
Brenda Oldham
July 22, 2026
Brenda May Oldham was born on December 7th, 1962, in Mansfield, Louisiana, to MJ and Maria Oldham. Brenda entered into peaceful rest on July 22, 2026, in Shreveport, Louisiana. Brenda, or "BB-Licious," loved family so much; she was always researching genealogy and spearheading family reunions. She was the heart of the party.
Early on, she pursued cosmetology and later nursing. Brenda's...
Hazel Elizabeth Free Franklin
July 22, 2026
Funeral services for Hazel Elizabeth Free Franklin, 78, will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Tuesday, July 28, 2026, at Mansfield Funeral Home, 943 Polk St., Mansfield, Louisiana. Burial will follow at 1:00 p.m. at Bethany Cemetery, Parish Rd. 1221 in Marthaville, Louisiana. A visitation will be held on Monday, July 27, 2026 from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at...
Edna Andrews Brown
July 22, 2026
Graveside services to celebrate the life of Edna Lillian Andrews Brown, of Summerfield, La., were held at the Summerfield Cemetery on Saturday, July 25, 2026, at 10:00 a.m.,under the direction of Rose Neath Funeral Home, Homer, La., and Pastor Tony Vinson officiated.
Edna was born on December 1, 1929, to parents Cleonise and Ruby Scriber Andrews, and passed away on Wednesday,...
Michael Wayne Berry
July 21, 2026
Services celebrating the life of Michael (Mike) Wayne Berry, 82, will be held at Rose-Neath Funeral Home, 2500 Southside Drive in Shreveport, LA on Tuesday, July 28, 2026. Visitation with the family will begin at 9:00 a.m. with the funeral service following at 10:00 a.m. Dr. Larry Williams will be officiating the service with interment to follow at Forest Park...
Charles Edward Hicks
July 21, 2026
Charles Edward Hicks, age 87, passed away peacefully on July 21, 2026, surrounded by the love of his family. Charles was preceded in death by his beloved wife of 64 years, Nina Darlena Hicks, and by his parents, Mr. and Mrs. L. H. Hicks.Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, July 29, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. at Rose-Neath Funeral Home,...
Harriette Ann Clark Glazer
July 21, 2026
Harriette Ann Clark Glazer (80) died surrounded by her family and friends in Dallas, Tx July 21, 2026. The funeral will be 9 a.m. Friday, July 24, 2026 at the B’nai Zion section of Greenwood Cemetery. A memorial service will follow at 10:00 a.m. at B'nai Zion Congregation, which will also be streamed on the B’nai Zion Shreveport YouTube channel....
Keldron "Doodle" Johnston
July 21, 2026
A visitation was held for Mr. Keldron Johnston at Rose-Neath Funeral Home, 405 East 5th Street, Homer, LA, on Friday, July 24, 2026, from 4-6 p.m.
Keldron "Doodle" Johnston, 78, of Homer, Louisiana, passed away peacefully at his home on July 21, 2026. He was born on May 8, 1948, as the youngest son of Henry and Madeline Johnston. Growing up...
Rev. David Jay Greer
July 20, 2026
The Reverend David Jay Greer, Rector Emeritus of St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, Shreveport, died July 20, 2026. Father Greer was born October 7, 1929, to Reverend and Mrs. H. Ross Greer, both deceased. He was married to the late Barbara von Broock Greer, and is the father of three children, John Greer of Shreveport, LA, Douglas Greer (wife Ellen) of...
Gretchen Budemer Long
July 20, 2026
Funeral services for Gretchen Budemer Long, 79, will be held on Saturday, July 25, 2026 at 10:30 a.m. at Rose-Neath Funeral Home, 2500 Southside Dr., Shreveport, Louisiana. Burial will follow at Keithville Cemetery in Keithville, Louisiana. A visitation will be held on Saturday from 9:30 a.m. until the start of the service. Officiating the service will be Rev. Chris Hough.Gretchen...
Billie Jon Murphy
July 20, 2026
A graveside service for Mrs. Billie Jon Murphy will be held at 8:30 a.m. on Wednesday, July 23, 2026, at Campground Cemetery in Bienville, Louisiana.
Billie was born on June 20, 1934, in Bienville, Louisiana, to John and Billie Kirkham Poland. She entered into rest on July 20, 2026, in Arcadia, Louisiana.
Billie worked for the State of Louisiana in the Welfare...
Maureen Eleanor Kelly
July 19, 2026
Funeral services celebrating the life of Maureen Kelly, 98, will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Wednesday, July 22, 2026, at Pelican Baptist Church, 187 Commerce Street, Pelican, Louisiana, with Bro. Jimmy Price officiating. Burial will follow at Pelican Cemetery, Pelican, Louisiana. A visitation will be held on Tuesday, July 21, 2026 at Rose-Neath Funeral Home, 943 Polk Street, Mansfield,...