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Mark Tyler

Mark Tyler

Jul 27, 2023

Mark Tyler, 85, passed away in Shreveport on July 27,2023.  He was born October 28, 1937 in Pleasant Hill, Sabine Parish, Louisiana to James and Paralee Haire Tyler

Mark, a pipe fitter, retired from Western Electric / AT&T after 25 years of service.  He was a veteran of the United States Air Force.

He was preceded in death by his...

John Dale Engi

John Dale Engi

Jul 24, 2023

John Engi, 74, passed away peacefully on July  24, 2023, in the presence of family.  

Both his parents, Joseph and Lauda Engi, sister and brother in law Jolene Engi Cocherell (Charlie) and brother Clifton Engi preceded him in death.

John is survived by his wife Olivia of 54 years, daughter Veronica Engi Tasche (Mike), sons Nicholas Engi (Bridgette),...

Randall Dean Hamby

Randall Dean Hamby

Jul 21, 2023

 

Randall Dean Hamby was born to Ms. Rachel Abee Hamby on December 11, 1959.  Randall attended Hudson High School class of 1977, in Hudson, North Carolina.

Mr. Randy, as he was affectionately known, had a host of friends within the community of Campti, Louisiana.  He was known as the town’s “Handyman” who could fix any problem your home may...

Merle Jones Heinz

Merle Jones Heinz

Jul 20, 2023

 

Merle J. Heinz, age 85, passed away on Thursday, July 20, 2023. She was born in Alabama in 1938 to Thomas Jefferson (T.J.) and Wilma Jones and grew up in Laurel Hill, Florida. While working at Eglin AFB, Florida, Merle fell in love with Donald A. Heinz, marrying him on September 16, 1960, and created a home with Don,...

Mark Anthony Knotts

Mark Anthony Knotts

Jul 18, 2023

 

Mark (Tater) Anthony Knotts, born April 8, 1955 in Newellton, LA passed away peacefully in his home in Shreveport, LA on July 18, 2023.  He is preceded in death by his father, Orie Knotts, his mother, Christine Tyler Knotts, his brother Rodney, brother Randal, brother Carl Lee, sister Lisa Gayle, brother William, and daughter Destiny.

Left to cherish his memory...

Ruth and Don Butler

Ruth and Don Butler

Jul 14, 2023

 

 

Ruth Kriesten Butler 3-5-1940 to 7-14-2023

Donald Wayne Butler 2-25-1935 to 7-14-2023

 

On July 14, 2023, Ruth Kriesten Butler and her husband Donald Wayne Butler, passed away peacefully in the home they built together in Keithville, Louisiana.  Donald passed within the hour after his dear wife of nearly 63 years.

 

Ruth was born in Goppengen, Germany, to Otto Max...

Clyde Dale Green

Clyde Dale Green

Jul 10, 2023

 

It is with great sadness that we announce Clyde Dale Green of Haughton, LA passed away on July 10, 2023. Dale was born in Shreveport, LA on October 21, 1947 to Daily and Doris Green. As a young adult, he served in the US Air Force with a tour in the Vietnam war and was very proud to be...

Glenda Kay Draper

Glenda Kay Draper

Jun 26, 2023

I AM FREE

Don't grieve for me, for now I'm free.

I am following the path God laid for me.

I took His hand when I heard Him call,

I turned my back and left it all.

I could not stay another day.

To laugh, to love, to work, or play.

Tasks undone must stay that...

Robert Lowell Watt

Robert Lowell Watt

Jun 26, 2023

 

Robert (Bob) Lowell Watt

 

Robert, 93,  was born May 24th, 1930 in El Paso Texas and resided in Shreveport since 1935.

 

His wishes, which are honored, were that he depart this life quietly- therefore he will not lie in state, nor will there be any interment service. He wanted to be remembered with laughter, joy, and love.

...

Henry Bruce Mills III

Henry Bruce Mills III

Jun 22, 2023

Mr. Henry Bruce Mills III, 75, departed this life June 22, 2023, Living a full life of blessings, bestowed upon him by God.  He was the oldest of five children.  He was an avid fisherman and was employed for 33 years as an over the road truck driver.  He was a father of five and a resident of Oakland CA...

Betty Joyce Prudhome

Betty Joyce Prudhome

Jun 21, 2023

 

Betty Joyce Prudhome, 82, of Plain Dealing, passed away peacefully in her sleep, at home on June 21, 2023. Betty was born in San Antonio Tx, on April 5, 1941, to Reverend Leo and Mae Palmer.

She is preceded in death by her husband of over fifty years, James Prudhome, her parents, and one brother Skip.

She is...

Elizabeth A Baird

Elizabeth A Baird

Jun 19, 2023

 

Elizabeth Ann Baird, 72, passed away peacefully on June 19, 2023.  It was Elizabeth’s request to be cremated with no services. 

 

Elizabeth was born in Tuscaloosa, Alabama where she lived most of her life.  During her working years, she was a Triage Nurse, of which she really enjoyed.  After she retired from her nursing duties, she enjoyed completing...

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