All Obituaries

Everliner Carroll was born to the union of Ance and Mary McLaurin on July 4, 1923 in Collins, Mississippi.  Everliner, widely and affectionately known as "Madea," accepted Christ at an early age in the Progressive Church. She later would unite with the Zion Traveler Baptist Church, under the leadership of the late Reverend Christopher V. Rogers, where she was a member for over 65 years and she remained a member until her transition to glory. While at Zion, Everliner dedicated...

Louise Mae Northern was born August 10, 1948 to proud parents, the late AP and Minnie Stapleton in Winnsboro, Louisiana. She attended Essenton High School in Delhi, Louisiana. On January 21, 2021, God saw fit to call Louise home to take her to eternal rest. The worries of this old world are no longer upon her shoulders. Be at peace with your father and rejoice in your heavenly home. Louise was preceded in death by her daughter, Angela Denise Henderson; her mother and father, the late Mr....

Billie Don Miles was born November 10, 1943 to Dorothy M. Miles. Billie farmed during his youth, later working for Dupont Fish Market, and finally Benson Construction, where he worked until his injury. Billie fathered nine children. Two preceded him in death, his sons, Michael and Larry. His brother, Arthur, also preceded him in death. He leaves to cherish his memory: a darling mother, Ms. Dorothy Miles; daughters, Felicia, Cynthia, Lisa, Sharonda, and Lakeziea; sons, Fredrick and Zakary;...

Henry Carroll, Sr. Born on May 9, 1939 in St. Joseph, Louisiana. Entered eternal life on January 18, 2021. Late Parents, Father: Jerry Carroll Sr. of St. Joseph and Mother:  Anna Turner Carroll of St. Joseph Living Siblings: Bruce Carroll (Josephine) of San Marcos, Texas; Rose Carter of Newellton, Louisiana; Wanda Brazzel (Leo) of Pensacola, Florida; and sister-in-law, Betty Carroll of Delhi, Louisiana. Deceased siblings: Dorothy Alexander, Jerry Carroll Jr., Willie Carroll, and...

Brother Gregory Lavell Turner departed this life Thursday morning, January 21, 2021. He was born March 7, 1955 to Clinton and Eddie Jean Rancher Turner in Delhi, Louisiana. Gregory was preceded in death by his father, Clinton Turner and a niece, Kirsten Michell Turner.  He accepted Christ at an early age. He leaves to mourn: his mother, Eddie Jan Turner of Delhi, Louisiana; three children, Corey Turner of Dallas, Texas; Anthony Turner of Shreveport, Louisiana; and Lauren Turner of...

Justin Jacqet Brandon Polly was born on March 21, 1987 in Harbor City, California to Jacqueline Polly. He was considered special by medical standards due to having Down's Syndrome; yet, he was more than special to all that knew him. Justin could love like no other. He was the sunshine and light for his whole family - pure love. To know Justin was to love Justin. He was loving, caring, kind, and funny with a mischievous streak a mile wide. Justin's past time was watching his favorite...

Louise Shaw was born on March 14, 1940 in Winnsboro, Louisiana to Marie Whitley and John Shaw. She passed away on January 15, 2021.  

  Eleanor McCarty, age 71, of Monroe, LA was born January 11, 1950 in Coushatta, LA.   She went to be with God Tuesday, January 19, 2021. She earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Journalism and English from Grambling State University. Eleanor retired as Assistant Editor with The News-Star in 2013 and was employed there for over 30 years. While employed with The News-Star she also worked as a reporter, covering beats ranging from law enforcement to courts, education, government and...

Gail M. Weathers was born on January 21, 1944. She passed away on January 20, 2021 at Saint Francis Medical Center. 

Bernice was the fourth child born to Maude and Peter Riggs on April 3,1941 in Tallulah, Louisiana. Bernice made her heavenly transition on Friday, January 15,2021. Bernice accepted Christ at an early age and was baptized by the late Reverend Jesse Henderson at New Morning Star Baptist Church. Bernice remained a member of New Morning Star Baptist Church until she transitioned. Bernice was educated in the Madison Parish school system and was a graduate of Reuben McCall High School. She...