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Holiday closures

Tue, 07/01/2025 - 9:22am

Municipal offices in Morgan City, Berwick and Patterson, and the St. Mary Parish Courthouse in Franklin, will be closed Friday in observance of the Independence Day holiday.
The Harold J. “Babe” Landry Landfill and the West End Solid Waste Pick Up Station will close at noon Friday.
Pelican Waste & Debris and Waste Pro will run regular trash pickup routes Friday, but residents are being asked to set out their trash cans Thursday night. Routes may be picked up earlier than normal to accommodate landfill closures.
The Morgan City Review office will be closed Friday. The holiday has no effect on advertising or obituary deadlines.

ROSA MARY 'MRS. BAE BAE' JOHNSON JONES KING

Tue, 07/01/2025 - 9:20am

Patterson, LA
A Celebration of Life for Rosa Mary “Mrs. Bae Bae” Johnson Jones King, was held Saturday, June 28, 2025, 11:00 AM at Mt. Pilgrim Baptist Church in Morgan City, LA. Minister Billy Reaux officiated the service.
Visitation began at 9:00 AM, until the commencement of the celebration at Mt. Pilgrim Baptist Church in Morgan City, LA.
Rosa was interred at Morgan City Cemetery in Morgan City, LA.
Rosa Mary “Mrs. Bae Bae” Johnson Jones King, a resident of Patterson, LA, and native of Morgan City, LA.
“Mrs. Bae Bae,” as she was affectionately known to many, leaves to cherish her memory her children, Natalie Elaine (Earl) Johnson of Morgan City, LA; Lawrence Clark Johnson, Jr. of Patterson, LA; Charlene (Cornelius) Carr of Fort Worth, TX; Charlie (Crystal, deceased) Jones and Claude Anthony Jones of Morgan City, LA; Glen Ray Jones of Houston, TX; Susie Catherine Jones of Lafayette, LA; Louis Wayne (Florence) Jones, Sr. of Patterson, LA; Lizzie Katherine (Claude) Bartley of Houston, TX; thirty-one grandchildren, fifty-three great-grandchildren, eleven great-great-grandchildren: two godchildren, Carlton Cosey of Morgan City, LA and Channing (Doneshea) Johnson of Dallas, TX; host of other loving relatives and dear friends.
Mrs. King was preceded in death by her husband, Henry King; three children, Willie “Little Willie” Johnson, Peggy Denise Jones, and Lillie Jones Fryer; her parents, Elmore Johnson, Sr. and Lula Lee Smith Johnson; siblings; Willie Johnson, Lucy Mae Johnson and Elmore Johnson, Jr. and both her maternal and paternal grandparents.
MK Dixon Funeral Home, 337-940-9253, 211 Main Street, Baldwin, LA 70514.

FABIAN ZIAIRE BARTLEY

Tue, 07/01/2025 - 9:19am

Berwick, LA
A Celebration of Life for Fabian Ziaire Bartley was held Friday, June 27, 2025, 2:00 PM, Patterson Civic Center, 116 Cotten Rd, Patterson, LA 70392. Minister Billy Reaux officiated the service.
Visitation was Friday, June 27, 2025, 1:00-2:00 PM, Patterson Civic Center.
Fabian Ziaire Bartley was born to Rogers and Faith Bartley on December 5, 1989, at Lakewood Hospital in Morgan City, LA. He departed this life on Sunday, June 15, 2025. He was a cherished son and a precious gift from God.
Those left to cherish Fabian’s memory are his proud parents, Rogers Bartley Sr. and Faith Brown Bartley of Patterson, LA; his brothers, Rogers Bartley, Jr. (Shintell) of Houston, TX and Zane Bartley of Patterson, LA; his sister: Medeeah Alexander (Ernie) of Nolanville, TX; his loving grandmother, Carol Clark Williams of Berwick, LA; his Aunts Virginia Griffin (Alvin) of Alexandria, LA, Charlie Howard (Andra) of Houma, LA, and Charlene Morris (Dwayne) of Berwick, LA; his uncles, Cleveland Bartley of Morgan City, LA, Ralph Bartley (Cecile) of El Paso, TX, Jonathan Brown (Cherry) of Patterson, LA, and James Bingham, Sr. (Doris) of Houma, LA; his nieces, Raini Bartley of Houston TX., Jalaiya Bartley of New York, NY, Lillian Alexander of Nolanville, TX; his nephew, Earnie Alexander III of Nolanville, TX; his god-fathers, Edwin Renell Reedom of Sicklerville, NJ, and Lawrence Clark Jr. of Youngsville, LA; his god-mother, Mia Smith of Houston, TX; god-children, Dayton Clark, Kaine Holly, Lyric Reedom and a host of other aunts, uncles, cousins, extended family, friends and his fur baby Currency (Rency).
Fabian was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents Elma and Calvin Bartley, Sr., his maternal grandparents, Charles Edward Brown and Violet Brown, his great-grandparents John and Virginia Clark. Two aunts; Leona Bartley, Carol Jean McClane. Three uncles; Lawrence Brown, Roosevelt Grant Jr., Warren Bartley Sr., Calvin Bartley Jr. and Charles Lyons Sr. Five great-uncles; and four great-aunts and his best friend William “Beedie” Carr.
MK Dixon Funeral Home, 337-940-9253, 211 Main Street, Baldwin, LA 70514.

CATHERINE ELAINE OLIVER MICHEL

Tue, 07/01/2025 - 9:18am

Catherine Elaine Oliver Michel, 75, of Berwick, died Wednesday, June 4, 2025.
She was preceded in death by her parents, brother and sister.
She is survived by her husband, Lovelace Michel Jr.; daughters, Marie Michel of Berwick and Megan Savoie of Lafayette; son, Thomas Michel of Abbeville; 13 grandchildren; one great-grandchild; and sisters, Diana Plessala, Mary Crochet and Lily Rebardi.
Memorial visitation will be Saturday from 10 a.m. until services at 11 a.m. at Twin City Funeral Home.
Twin City Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

Rotary Club installs new officers

Tue, 07/01/2025 - 9:12am

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The Rotary Club of Morgan City installed officers and board members and presented awards Thursday.

Man arrested on 19 charges, including heroin possession, weapon violation

Mon, 06/30/2025 - 12:45pm

Staff Report

(Editor’s note: The charges listed here and the narratives that go with them are provided by the police agencies that made the arrests. Guilt or innocence has not been determined in court.)

St. Mary deputies arrested a Morgan City man Friday on 19 charges that include possession with intent to distribute heroin and weapons violations.

Morgan City police reported arrests on domestic abuse and theft charges, while Assumption deputies accused a man of walking into a Bayou L’Ourse home uninvited.

St. Mary

Sheriff Gary Driskell reported these arrests:

--Jamerie Tyheim Gash, 22, Morgan City, was arrested Friday on charges of maximum speed limit, view inward and outward of window, proper equipment required on vehicles, no insurance, hit and run, aggravated flight from an officer, aggravated obstruction of highway, resisting arrest or officer, criminal trespass, aggravated assault with a motor vehicle upon an officer, no driver’s license on person, possession of drug paraphernalia, possession with intent to distribute heroin, possession with intent to distribute marijuana, possession with intent to distribute a Schedule I drug, possession with intent to distribute a Schedule II drug, possession of a firearm by a convicted felon, possession of a firearm in the presence of a controlled dangerous substance, and possession of a firearm by a person convicted of domestic battery.

Gash was also named in a State Fire Marshal’s Office warrant.

Bail has been set at $643,000.

--Kristen Michelle Romero, Duson, was arrested at 12:37 p.m. Thursday on a warrant alleging failure to appear on charges of driving under suspension, careless operation (with crash), remaining where forbidden, possession of marijuana and theft of a motor vehicle.

Bail has been set at $35,000.

--Logan Dylan Cleveland Dupuy, 22, Morgan City, was arrested at 11:30 p.m. Thursday on a charge of simple battery. Dupuy was released on a $1,000 bond.

--Bailee Marie Loupe, 24, Lafayette, was arrested at 11:30 p.m. Thursday on a charge of simple battery. Loupe was released on a $2,500 bond.

--William Ollie Ware III, 35, Franklin, was arrested at 6:55 p.m. June 25 on a charge of theft. Bail has not been set at this time.

--Tristen Lancon Delcambre, 37, Franklin, was arrested at 6:55 p.m. June 25 on a charge of theft. Bail has not been set at this time.

--Charles Joseph Boudreaux, 60, Franklin, was arrested at 2:11 p.m. June 25 on charges of theft and criminal trespass. Bail has not been set at this time.

--Mark Luke Broussard, 61, Franklin, was arrested at 2:11 p.m. June 25 on a charge of theft. Bail has not been set at this time.

--Ross Wayne Franks, 58, New Iberia, was arrested at 2:11 p.m. June 25 on charges of theft and criminal trespass. Bail has not been set at this time.

--Brad Landry, 44, Morgan City, was arrested by the Narcotics Section at 9:30 p.m. June 25 on charges of reckless operation of a vehicle, aggravated flight from an officer, possession of Schedule II drugs, possession of drug paraphernalia and possession of a firearm in the presence of a controlled dangerous substance.

Bail has not been set at this time.

Morgan City

Chief Chad M. Adams reported these arrests:

--Jamie Scarbrough, 35, La. 663, Morgan City, was booked at 10:30 a.m. Friday after an arrest by the Sheriff’s Office on a charge of contempt of court (6th Ward Morgan City Court).

--Damien Keller, 41, Saturn Road, Morgan City, was booked at 10:30 a.m. Friday after an arrest by the Sheriff’s Office on a charge of failure to appear to pay fines (6th Ward Morgan City Court).

--Anthony Gant, 43, Frontage Road, Centerville, was arrested 3:12 p.m. Friday on a charge of remaining where forbidden.

--John Cox, 29, Spruce Street, Morgan City, was arrested at 6:15 a.m. Saturday on a charge of cruelty to animals and barking dogs.

--Brittany Kelly, 33, Felicia Street, Bayou L’Ourse, was arrested 6:20 p.m. Saturday on a charge of failure to appear for trial (6th Ward Morgan City Court).

--Timothy Hillebran, 48, Tupelo Street, Morgan City, was arrested at 8:07 p.m. Saturday on charges of domestic abuse battery and disturbing the peace.

--Brinlee Hillebran, 47, Prairie Road, Franklin, was arrested at 8:07 p.m. Saturday on charges of domestic abuse battery and disturbing the peace.

--John Washington, 64, Roderick Street Morgan City, was arrested 8:58 a.m. June 25 on a charge of urinating in public. (Released on summons.)

--Bradley Pojar, 21, Federal Avenue, Morgan City, was arrested at 9:30 a.m. Thursday on charges of theft (under $1,000) and remaining where forbidden.

--Jayden Perez, 21, Barrow Street, Morgan City, was arrested 12:30 p.m. Thursday on a charge of no driver’s license.

--Brook Fuselier, 38, Egle Street, Morgan City, was arrested 1:32 p.m. Thursday on a charge of disturbing the peace (intoxicated).

--Wilbur Richard, 41, Egle Street, Morgan City, was arrested at 3:10 p.m. Thursday on two counts of failure to appear for trial and one count of failure to appear to pay fine (6th Ward Morgan City Court).

--Georgianna Sweetser, 57, Ditch Avenue, Morgan City, was arrested at 7:22 p.m. June 25 on a charge of remaining where forbidden.

--Phil Lodrigue, 45, Two Sister Court, Morgan City, was arrested at 12:20 a.m. Thursday on charges of unauthorized entry of an inhabited dwelling, simple burglary and criminal trespass.

Franklin

Chief Cedric Handy reported these arrests:

--Jacaris Bais, 18, Cayce Street, Franklin, was arrested at 6:33 p.m. Friday on a warrant dated March 27 alleging gambling in public. Bais was booked, processed and released on a $1,000 bond.

--Richard Lajaunie, 57, Hanson Street, Franklin, was arrested at 9:30 a.m. Saturday two counts of possession of stolen things, possession of drug paraphernalia and theft. Lajaunie was booked, processed and held on a $6,000 bond.

--Milton Green, 38, Willow Street, Franklin, was arrested at 10:24 p.m. Sunday on charges of remaining where forbidden and resisting an officer. Green was booked, processed and held on a $3,500 bond.

--Maxwell Farrell, 24, Loveland Street, Metairie, was arrested at 8:21 a.m. June 25 on a warrant for 29th Judicial District Court alleging failure to appear on a charge of speeding. Farrell was booked, processed and transported to St. Charles Parish Sheriff’s Office.

Chitimacha

Chief B.C. Trahan reported these arrests:

--Ryan F. Landry, 49, U.S. 90 Frontage Road, Jeanerette, was arrested on an active warrant from Harris County alleging misdemeanor harassment. He was transported to St Mary Parish Law Enforcement Center.

--Steven Q. Vilcan, 57, Jena Street, Charenton, was arrested Sunday on charges of disorderly conduct and unlawful possession of drugs. He was released on a summons.

Assumption

Sheriff Leland Falcon reported this arrest:

--Kevin Renard Lightell, 28, Andras Street, Bayou L’Ourse, was arrested Thursday on a felony charge of unauthorized entry of an inhabited dwelling.

Uniformed patrol deputies responded to a complaint in the 100 block of Andras Street in reference to an individual who had reportedly entered a home uninvited and unauthorized.

Deputies made contact with the complainants, who advised that the family was watching television in the living room when an individual now identified as Lightell walked through the front door and into the home. When one of the complainants yelled, Lightell walked out of the home but attempted to re-enter. Lightell then ran off.

Deputies located Lightell in the area and arrested him. Lightell was booked into the Assumption Parish Detention Center pending a bond hearing.

Morgan City police radio logs for June 26-30

Mon, 06/30/2025 - 10:45am

The following are the radio dispatch logs from the Morgan City Police Department. To report unlawful or suspicious activity, call the Police Department at 985-380-4605.
Thursday, June 26
6:48 a.m. Railroad Avenue/Halsey Street; Stalled vehicle.
7:03 a.m. 5000 block of Railroad Avenue; Animal complaint.
7:56 a.m. 1200 block of Greenwood Street; Alarm.
8:38 a.m. 2000 block of La. 70; Complaint.
8:52 a.m. 1100 block of Seventh Street; Disturbance.
9:05 a.m. 700 block of Myrtle Street; Complaint.
9:16 a.m. 700 block of Myrtle Street; Warrant.
9:34 a.m. 3000 block of Carol Drive; Complaint.
9:44 a.m. 400 block of Myrtle Street; Fire.
9:48 a.m. 700 block of Myrtle Street; Theft.
10 a.m. 6400 block of La. 182; Subject removal.
11:02 a.m. 900 block of Cottonwood Street; Telephone harassment.
11:20 a.m. 3000 block of Keith Street; Disturbance.
11:31 a.m. 500 block of Bowman Street; Complaint.
11:43 a.m. 200 block of Levee Road; Medical.
11:44 a.m. 1000 block of Garden Street; Vehicle theft.
12:26 p.m. 1200 block of Victor II Boulevard; Subject removal.
12:31 p.m. 700 block of Myrtle Street; Complaint.
1:19 p.m. Palm/Elm streets; Suspicious person.
1:30 p.m. 700 block of Myrtle Street; Complaint.
1:31 p.m. 700 block of Myrtle Street; Warrant.
2:07 p.m. Federal Avenue On Ramp; Stalled vehicle.
2:16 p.m. 500 block of Roderick Street; Complaint.
2:27 p.m. 1300 block of Chatsworth Drive; Lost and found.
3:08 p.m. 300 block of Second Street; Medical.
3:09 p.m. 700 block of Myrtle Street; Warrant.
3:38 p.m. U.S. 90 West; Road blockage.
4:39 p.m. 7200 block of La. 182; Theft.
4:44 p.m. 7500 block of La. 182; Lost and found.
5:02 p.m. 6400 block of La. 182; Medical.
5:28 p.m. 6300 block of La. 182; Theft.
6:17 p.m. 300 block of Ninth Street; Complaint.
6:39 p.m. 300 block of Ninth Street; Medical.
7:12 p.m. 100 block of Chennault Street; Animal complaint.
8:39 p.m. 700 block of Myrtle Street; Complaint.
9:21 p.m. 1000 block of La. 70; Traffic incident.
9:43 p.m. 6400 block of La. 182; Stalled vehicle.
9:44 p.m. 7500 block of La. 182; Lost and found.
11:09 p.m. 300 block of Wren Street; Complaint.
Friday, June 27
Midnight 7700 block of La. 182; Alarm.
1:31 a.m. 6300 block of La. 182; Medical.
2:23 a.m. 800 block of Brashear Avenue; Alarm.
3:27 a.m. 800 block of Brashear Avenue; Alarm.
5:54 a.m. 1700 block of Federal Avenue; Intel.
7:41 a.m. 700 block of General Hodges Street; Criminal damage to property.
7:48 a.m. 3100 block of Oil Tank Alley; Animal complaint.
8:05 a.m. 1700 block of Filmore Street; Animal complaint.
9:09 a.m. 500 block of Roderick Street; Welfare check.
9:30 a.m. La. 182/Greenwood Street; Assistance.
10:25 a.m. Short Street Alley; Vehicle accident.
12:21 p.m. 700 block of Justa Street; Intel.
12:57 p.m. 1400 block of Elm Street; Suspicious vehicle.
1:07 p.m. 2300 block of La 70; Animal complaint.
1:23 p.m. 600 block of Belanger Street; Medical.
1:40 p.m. 7500 block of La. 182; Complaint.
1:58 p.m. 600 block of Fourth Street; Medical.
3:08 p.m. 7000 block of La. 182; Remove subject.
3:37 p.m. 900 block of Second Street; Stand by.
4:56 p.m. 700 block of Freret Street; Theft.
6:58 p.m. 1000 block of Second Street; Complaint.
7:52 p.m. 600 block of Leona Street; Complaint.
9:05 p.m. 200 block of Canary Street; Complaint.
9:45 p.m. 7200 block of La. 182; Suspicious person/vehicle.
10:22 p.m. La. 182/U.S. 90; Stalled vehicle.
11:47 p.m. 4000 block of Railroad Avenue; Open door.
Saturday, June 28
12:16 a.m. 700 block of Myrtle Street; Complaint.
1:20 a.m. 500 block of Roderick Street; Medical.
1:34 a.m. 500 block of First Street; Disturbance.
2:41 a.m. 800 block of Brashear Avenue; Alarm.
2:44 a.m. Cottonwood Street; Disturbance.
3:08 a.m. 3300 block of Youngs Road; 911 hang up.
3:43 a.m. 800 block of Brashear Avenue; Alarm.
3:57 a.m. 700 block of Myrtle Street; Complaint.
5:34 a.m. 400 block of Leona Street; Complaint.
6:09 a.m. U.S. 90 East; Stalled vehicle.
9:54 a.m. 200 block of Onstead Street; Stand by.
10:31 a.m. 3000 block of Youngs Road; 911 hang up.
12:49 p.m. 800 block of Poplar Street; Residential alarm.
1:21 p.m. 3000 block of Youngs Road; 911 hang up.
4:17 p.m. 3300 block of Youngs Road; 911 hang up.
6:19 p.m. 700 block of Myrtle Street; Arrest.
6:50 p.m. Ann Street; Complaint.
7:22 p.m. 6300 block of La. 182; Vehicle accident.
7:32 p.m. Tupelo Street; Fight.
7:43 p.m. 7200 block of La. 182; Medical.
9:46 p.m. 300 block of Second Street; Disturbance.
10:04 p.m. 1100 block of Brashear Avenue; Alarm.
10:12 p.m. 1500 block of Sixth Street; Discharging firearms.
11:14 p.m. 1100 block of Marguerite Street; Complaint.
11:18 p.m. Federal Avenue/Terrebonne Street; Suspicious person/vehicle.
11:48 p.m. 2300 block of La. 70; Loud music.
Sunday, June 29
12:26 a.m. 1400 block of Federal Avenue; Complaint.
12:33 a.m. 500 block of Roderick Street; Disturbance.
12:49 a.m. Fourth Street; Animal complaint.
3:21 a.m. 300 block of Glenwood Street; Loud music.
4:16 a.m. 800 block of Brashear Avenue; Alarm.
4:30 a.m. 500 block of Marshall Street; Medical.
8:39 a.m. 1000 block of Federal Avenue; Medical.
9:47 a.m. 700 block of David Drive; Medical.
2:23 p.m. 2000 block of La. 70; Missing juvenile.
2:57 p.m. 7000 block of La. 182; Frequent patrol.
4:59 p.m. 100 block of Chennault Street; Complaint.
6:14 p.m. 2400 block of Apple Street; 911 hang up.
6:29 p.m. 100 block of Glenwood Street; Animal complaint.
6:36 p.m. 100 block of Wren Street; Medical.
7:19 p.m. 3300 block of Youngs Road; 911 hang up.
7:25 p.m. 100 block of Canary Street; Complaint.
9:41 p.m. 500 block of Egle Street; Medical.
11:49 p.m. 2400 block of Apple Street; Complaint.
Monday, June 30
5:15 a.m. 800 block of Brashear Avenue; Alarm.
5:33 a.m. 6400 block of La. 182; Complaint.

Bank robbery suspect arrested, another at large

Mon, 06/30/2025 - 10:18am

Franklin police say they have arrested one suspect and are seeking a second in Friday's armed robbery at a Main Street bank.

J’Trell Connor is wanted on six counts of assault with a firearm and false imprisonment. Police say he is considered armed and dangerous.

Brennan Burney, 28, Irish Bend Road, Franklin, was arrested at 1:40 a.m. Saturday on charges of armed robbery, six counts of aggravated assault with a firearm, false imprisonment, possession of marijuana and contraband into a penal institution. Burney was booked, processed and held on a $1,110,000 bond.

The Franklin Police Department answered the call at 3:44 p.m. Friday about an armed robbery at a local bank on Main Street. Officers learned that two males entered the bank armed with handguns and demanded money from the employees. During the investigation, detectives with the Franklin Police Department were able to develop Burney and Connor as subjects of interest.

EVELYN ROCKENBAUGH GUION ESTAY

Mon, 06/30/2025 - 10:02am

Evelyn Rockenbaugh Guion Estay passed away peacefully at her home in Patterson, Louisiana, on June 27, 2025, at the age of 78. A lifelong resident of Patterson, Evelyn was a devoted mother, grandmother, educator, and community servant whose life was defined by compassion, faith, and service.
Born on July 21, 1946, in Morgan City, Evelyn was the daughter of the late George and Lorine Rockenbaugh. She graduated from Nicholls State University with a degree in education and went on to teach mathematics for 28 years, primarily at Patterson High School. She later continued her education, receiving her Master’s Degree from Nicholls, which allowed her to mentor student teachers. Her passion for teaching extended far beyond the classroom. She was a beloved educator and tutor to generations of students, many of whom returned years later seeking her guidance for their own children.
Evelyn was a lifelong member of St. Joseph Catholic Church in Patterson, where she lived her faith through action. She was a dedicated member of the Ladies Altar Society, the Sisters of Catholic Charities, and she served on numerous church committees. She gave her time generously to Vacation Bible School, the bereavement committee, and countless other ministries that supported her parish family.
Even after retiring from teaching, Evelyn remained active in public service. She worked for the Sewerage District of St. Mary Parish and continued tutoring math, always eager to help others succeed. Her love for her hometown was evident in her leadership with the Patterson Garden Club, where she served as president and worked tirelessly to promote the beautification of the city she loved.
In her later years, Evelyn extended her compassion to those in their most vulnerable moments, volunteering with Heart of Hospice as a counselor to terminally ill patients and their families. Her quiet strength and comforting presence brought peace to many.
Evelyn was preceded in death by her parents, George L. Rockenbaugh and Eve Lorine Dubois Rockenbaugh; her brother, George L. Rockenbaugh Jr.; her husband, Ronald Louis Estay, Sr.; and the father of her children, Thomas E. Guion.
She is survived by her loving siblings, Rose Gough, Ronald Rockenbaugh, and Pat (Mike) Lirette; her devoted children, Christine (Kip) Justilian, Jenny (Wes) Pitts, Yvonne (Robby) Madson, and David (Tracey) Guion; and her cherished grandchildren, Erin (Chris) Sullivan, Eimee Reese, Kristie Justilian, Cade Madson, Harlie Madson, Samantha Noriega, Max LeRay, Waide (Olivia) Noriega, Eli Justilian, and Dalton Guion. She also leaves behind her adored great-grandchildren, Piper Phillips, Ava Benoit, Raylynn Guidry, Reese and James Sullivan, and Josie Noriega.
Evelyn’s legacy and beautiful memory will live on in the values she instilled in her family. She will be deeply missed by all who were fortunate to have known her.
Funeral services were held Wednesday, July 2, 2025, at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Patterson during a 2:30 PM Mass of Christian Burial, with the Holy Rosary being prayed at 2:00 PM. Father Michael DeBlanc will be the Celebrant for the Mass and conduct the services. She will be laid to rest in the St. Joseph Cemetery Mausoleum.
Visiting hours were observed Wednesday at Ibert’s Mortuary in Patterson from 10:00 AM until time of dismissal to the church at 1:30 PM.
In lieu of flowers, the family kindly asks that donations be made in Evelyn’s memory to Heart of Hospice, 1810 Main Street, Franklin, LA 70538, 337-828-2678, or to the Patterson Garden Club Scholarship Fund, PO Box 236, Patterson, LA 70392.
Family and friends are invited to share their memories and condolences with the family by visiting Evelyn’s memorial page at www.iberts.com.
Arrangements were entrusted to Ibert’s Mortuary, Inc., 1111 Lia Street, Patterson, LA 70392, (985) 395-7873.

LEROY WALLACE HEAD

Mon, 06/30/2025 - 10:00am

Leroy Wallace Head, devoted husband and father, beloved grandfather, and friend to many, was carried away to his eternal home at the age of 86 during the morning hours of Saturday, June 28, 2025, at his home surrounded in love.
Leroy was born in Rayville, Louisiana on October 8, 1938, the youngest of three sons born to the union of Wesley and Ruby Head. He graduated from Jena High School and then went on to trade school where he became certified in welding. He moved to South Louisiana to work in the Oil Industry. It was there in Morgan City where he met and married the love of his life, Sherry Topham. Leroy and Sherry were blessed with three children. Leroy enjoyed the simple things in life, God’s beauty in nature, being an avid fisherman and hunter, and growing a big vegetable garden to share with all those around him. But what was truly most important in his life is that which matters most, Faith and family. Leroy served his God and community as a Deacon and a certified Sunday School Teacher. He was gifted with a servant’s heart and made sure to know of those in need and most importantly to see that those needs were met. He was instrumental in building three local churches in the community.
His memory will forever live on in the hearts of his three children, Dori H. Istre and her husband John, Rev. Brian L. Head and his wife Anna, and A. Glynn Head and his wife Monica; four grandchildren, Kaci I. Brown (Chris), Kayla I. Perry (Ricky), Braxton L. Head (Torri), and Karlyn H. Guilbeau (Stephen); seven great-grandchildren, Katelyn, Justin, Allie, Bryson, Wesley, Sadie Grace, and Charlotte Rose; as well as a host of nieces, nephews, extended family, and friends.
He was preceded in death by his wife of nearly 67 years, Sherry Elaine Topham Head; his parents, James Wesley Head and Ruby Chevallier Head; his two brothers, James Head and Herman Head; and his granddaughter, Brittani Nicole Head.
In keeping with his wishes, graveside services will be held with his family and church family on Sunday, July 20, 2025, at 1:00 PM in the Berwick Cemetery.
The family extends their heartfelt gratitude to Heart of Hospice, Franklin, LA as well as to his caregivers, Kaye, Wanda, Geraldine, Brandy, Tysie, and Thomasina for the loving and compassionate care provided.
Family and friends are invited to share their memories and condolences with the family by visiting Leroy’s memorial page at www.iberts.com.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Ibert’s Mortuary, Inc. 1111 Lia Street, Patterson, LA 70392, (985) 395-7873.