Mary "Elaine" Grace Gebbia
May 14, 2023
Mary "Elaine" Grace Gebbia passed away on Sunday, May 14, 2023, in Hammond, Louisiana, at the age of 86. She was born on Wednesday, November 25, 1936 in Husser, Louisiana to the late Thelma Joiner Grace and the late Leo Grace, Sr. She was a resident of Ponchatoula, Louisiana. Elaine retired from Southeastern Louisiana University's post office after 25...
Frederick William Derks III
May 14, 2023
Dr. Frederick William Derks, III passed away on May 14, 2023 in Hammond, LA. He was born and spent his childhood in Deridder LA. He is a graduate of LSU and LSU medical school, New Orleans.
He remained in New Orleans to work at Charity hospital and teach at LSU Medical School where he helped educate many of today’s...
Gisele "Gigi" Christian Hucabee
May 10, 2023
Gisele “Gigi” Christian Hucabee, of Tickfaw, Louisiana, passed away peacefully at her home surrounded by family on Wednesday, May 10, 2023, at the age of 90. She was born on Tuesday, December 06, 1932, in the country of France. Those who knew Gisele, all knew her by “Gigi”. Not only was Gigi a great woman, but she was also an...
Joseph Salvador Pellichino
May 10, 2023
Joseph Salvador Pellichino, of Walker, Louisiana, passed away at his residence surrounded by family on Wednesday, May 10, 2023, at the age of 81. He was born on Saturday, October 11, 1941, in Hammond, Louisiana.Joe was an automobile mechanic, he was always a nice guy who never met a stranger.
Joseph is survived by his wife of 53 years, Iola...
William Louis "Bill" Stieglitz
May 8, 2023
William Louis "Bill" Stieglitz, of Loranger, Louisiana, received from the highest chain of command an important mission that only he can fly. Bill got his wings back on Monday, May 8, 2023, at the age of 75 and he is flying that mission right now. He was born on Saturday, August 16, 1947, in Long Island, New York, the son...
Francis Oma "Jack" Murphy
May 8, 2023
Francis Oma "Jack" Murphy, of Hammond, Louisiana, passed away on Monday, May 8, 2023, at the age of 93. He was born on October 27, 1929, in Hammond, Louisiana, the son of the late William Travis Murphy and Emma Durnin Murphy.
He was preceded in death by his parents and four sisters.
Jack is survived by his brothers, Elliott and...
Terry Gene Abelseth
May 8, 2023
Terry Gene Abelseth, of Baton Rouge, Louisiana, passed away on Monday, May 8, 2023, at the age of 72. He was born on December 27, 1950, in Chicago, Illinois, the son of the late Victor Abelseth and Elizabeth Fuchs Abelseth. Terry loved fixing things and regarded himself as a handyman with a rough and ready approach. He enjoyed cutting grass,...
Glenn William Chapman
May 8, 2023
Glenn William Chapman, of Hammond, Louisiana, passed away on Monday, May 8, 2023, at the age of 72. He was born on December 29, 1950, in Independence, Louisiana, the son of the late Andrew Ernest Chapman and Nora Marie Owens Chapman. Glenn worked for Bell South/AT&T as a lineman for 23 years. He loved listening to Christian music and watching...
Verdie Mae Guitreau Picou Comeaux
May 7, 2023
Verdie Mae Guitreau Picou Comeaux, of Maurepas, Louisiana, passed away at her home surrounded by her loving family on Sunday, May 7, 2023, at the age of 89. She was born on August 27, 1933, in Livingston, Louisiana, the daughter of the late Theophile and Loney Berthelot Guitreau. Verdie was a successful business owner for over 30 years. After retiring...
Frances Catherine Lamonte Tortorice
May 5, 2023
Frances Catherine Lamonte Tortorice was born December 14, 1926, in Tickfaw, LA, to the late Tony and Josephine Inzinga Lamonte. She passed away May 5, 2023, in Hammond, LA at the age of 96. She was a lifelong resident of Tickfaw. Frances was a parishioner of Mater Dolorosa Catholic Church, and is survived by her daughter, Pamela Strate (Carl); granddaughter,...