James "Matt" Wiest
Sep 7, 2026
James Matthew Wiest, known to everyone as "Matt," passed away on September 7, 2026, at the age of 39. Born and raised in New Orleans, Louisiana, he made his home in Prairieville.
Matt is survived by his spouse, Rachel Bracey, and his children, Aubree Wiest, Noah Bracey, Jonah Bracey, and Abram Bracey, who were the light of his life. He is...
Donald Curtis Gates
Aug 15, 2026
Donald Curtis Gates, Sr. (Don), 74, passed away on Saturday, August 15, 2026, in Hammond, Louisiana. He was born on Wednesday, October 28, 1951, in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, to the late Daniel Curtis Gates, Jr. and the late Myrle Varnado Gates. He was a resident of Hammond, Louisiana.
Don is survived by his loving wife and best friend of 54 years,...
Crusifine Fugarino
Sep 15, 2026
Crusifine, affectionally called Chris, Ba, BAB and Mono, was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother, friend and cherished member of the Hammond community, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, September 15, 2026, at the age of 91. She lived a life marked by love, kindness, faith, and devotion to family, leaving behind a legacy that will continue to bless all...
Patricia Ray Donaldson
Sep 13, 2026
Patricia Ray Donaldson (Patsy) passed away on Sunday, September 13, 2026, in Hammond, Louisiana, at the age of 83. She was born on Thursday, May 6, 1943, in Shreveport, Louisiana to the late Ray and Helen Fuller. She was a resident of Hammond, Louisiana.
Patsy graduated from Fair Park High School in Shreveport, La. She started her college education at Northeastern...
John Louis Vicknair, III
Sep 12, 2026
John Louis Vicknair, III, known affectionately as Johnny, passed away on September 12, 2026. Born in Reserve, LA, to Marie (Hutchinson) and John L. Vicknair, II, Johnny has called Destrehan, Springfield, and most recently Hammond, his home.
Johnny was a graduate of Leon Godchaux High School. Throughout his career, he worked at Goodhope Refinery, served with the St. Charles Parish Sheriff’s...
Annie Lee Scallan
Sep 10, 2026
Annie Lee Scallan, of Hammond, Louisiana, passed away peacefully on Thursday, September 10, 2026, at the age of 83. She was born on Monday, January 18, 1943, in New Orleans, Louisiana.
She will be remembered as a devoted mother, grandmother, a dedicated caregiver, and a woman who never once let you wonder what she really thought. For 25 years, Annie worked...
Gerald Joseph Maronge Jr.
Sep 10, 2026
Gerald Joseph Maronge Jr., of Tickfaw, Louisiana, passed away at his home surrounded by his loving family on Thursday, September 10, 2026, at the age of 69. He was born on September 21, 1956, in New Orleans, Louisiana, the son of the late Gerald J. Maronge, Sr. and Ida Theresa Boudreaux Maronge.
Gerald is survived by his loving wife of 45...
Donna McKinney Faust
Sep 8, 2026
It is with deep sadness and cherished memories that we announce the passing of Donna M. Faust. She passed away peacefully on Tuesday, September 8, 2026, following an extended illness.
Born Donna Faye McKinney, in Hammond, Louisiana, she was the second daughter of Ivision M. (Mac) McKinney and Pansy Needham McKinney. Donna was a 1969 graduate of Hammond High School and...
Jerry Young Culbreath
Sep 4, 2026
Jerry Young Culbreath, of Ponchatoula, Louisiana, passed away on Friday, September 4, 2026, at the age of 78. He was born on Monday, September 22, 1947, the son of the late Jake and Virgie Scott Culbreath.
Jerry is survived by his daughter, Judy Neal; grandchildren, Jessica and Bo Jenkins, Dana Milford and Todd, Brittany and Chad Braud, Carsey Neal-Jones, Seth Neal,...
Joseph "Joey" Legoria, Jr.
Sep 4, 2026
Joseph “Joey” Legoria was a devoted and loving husband, brother, uncle, and son, faithful Catholic, dedicated professor, mentor, and friend whose kindness and generosity touched countless lives. For 28 years, Joey had the privilege of doing what he loved most: teaching, mentoring, and helping others find their way.
Joey was devoted to his wife, Mary Legoria, with whom he shared 24...