Obituaries in Bogalusa, LA

Our beloved Walter Kagler 70 of New Orleans Louisiana passed away peacefully on November 12 2025 surrounded by his family. Walter grew up in Franklinton Louisiana where he developed many talents and interests but took a special interest in construction where he began a career that lasted over 40 yea...

Jashon Trene JohnsonEzell beloved daughter wife mother grandmother sister aunt and friend peacefully departed this life on September 30 2025 at the age of 49. She was born and raised in Bogalusa Louisiana on November 10 1975 to Freddie Straughter Calvin Straughter and the late Charles Ray Johnson. J...

Ernest Eugene Allen was born on March 191957 in Bogalusa Louisiana to the late James and Mildred Allen. Ernest was a proud graduate of Bogalusa High School Class of 1975. He later joined the United States Navy where he served for 6 years. He devoted over 30 years to working the United States Postal ...

Brother Donald Williams was born in Bogalusa Louisiana on December 17 1937 to the late Arcel and Lillie Mae Williams. He graduated from Central Memorial High School. He then went on to Southern University until he was drafted into the United States Army. He was a faithful active member of Salter Cha...

Edward Dillon Thompson was born on November 11 1939 in Liberty Mississippi to the late Joseph and Lillie T. Thompson one of six children. Edward was raised in Liberty Missionary Baptist Church and accepted Christ at an early age. After completing high school He attended Southern University in Baton ...

Our beloved Juanita Sam Morris was given to us on April 10 1934 by way of Hazel Foster Sam and Frank Bar Sam. She was wed to Lonnie Morris Sr. and together they were blessed with eight children of their own . She was returned home to our Lord and Savior on Friday November 7 2025 joining her predeces...

I fought a good fight I finished the race I have kept the faith. Now there is in store for me the crown of righteousness which the Lord the righteous Judge will award to me on that day and not only to me but also to all who have longed for his appearing. II Timothy 478 T.S. Peters transitioned this ...

Marie Williams Brock was born on February 7 1931 to the late Lucious Williams Sr. and Fannie Dawson. She departed this life on January 22 2026 in the home and care of Norman Brock. Marie was a hard worker and friend to everyone she knew. She was a member of Mt. Carmel Baptist Church where she was a ...

Gary Lynn Watterson affectionately known as "P.I." passed away on Friday December 12 2025 at The Sanctuary at Passage Hospice in New Orleans LA. He was born the son of Artheria Watterson and Jewel Ephraim on February 22 1953. He was reared by his aunt Wille Mae Ephriam. He received his religious tea...

Dana Nicole StillwellSmith age 49 passed away January 20 2026 at West Jefferson Hospital. Dana was a lifelong resident of Bogalusa where she spent her time doing what she loved the most loving her grandchildren. She made t Dana was my best friend I have ever had and I will miss her so much and she w...

James Jimmie Ray Dyson unexpectedly passed away on January 27 2026. He was born on November 9 1952 in Pineville Louisiana. Jimmie proudly served his country in the United States Army and was a retired veteran. Following his

Minnie Lee Wascom age 85 passed away January 26 2026 at St. Tammany Parish Hospital. Mrs. Minnie was a longtime member of First Church of Bogalusa where she taught Sunday school and devoted her life to serving and worshippin Mrs. Wascom was the mother of Tommy Wascom our brotherinlaw. She was faith...