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September 3, 1928 — July 24, 2022

Merrill Eloise Lamury Campo, 93, passed away July 24, 2022 at approximately 5:30 a.m. at Bayside Healthcare Nursing Facility in Gretna, Louisiana where she was a resident for the past ten years. She was a native and lifelong resident of Morgan City, Louisiana, born to Richard and Eloise Lamury on September 3, 1928, the fourth of five children.

Merrill Campo was a devoted wife to her husband of 51 years, Ray L. (Spud) Campo. She was a person of strong Christian faith, active in bible studies and widow support groups. She loved to dance, and she loved to sing praise and worship songs to her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. Most knew her for her very outgoing and gregarious personality, bright smile, love for her family, and willingness to help anyone in need as much as she was capable.

She is survived by her five children, Melanie O’Neill, Ray L. Campo, Jr. (Phyllis), Mark D. Campo (Gina), Lisa J. Campo-Hidalgo (Tom), and Don M. Campo. She is also survived by five grandchildren, Jeri Wood, David Mire, Danielle Campo Sodal, Shawn Campo, and Ashley Campo Souza. She is further survived by great-grandchildren, Emily Faith McKay Berry, Aaron Peck, Kaylie Peck, Kobe Peck, Breyah Clark, Jordan Clark, Alayna Clark, Brylie Clark, Allison Clark, Ethan Mire and Brice Mire.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Ray Lewis Campo, Sr., two grandchildren, Allison Mary Campo McKay and Colin Shea O’Neill. She was also preceded in death by four siblings, Shirley Lamury Gaudet, Virlie Lamury Listi, Audrey Lamury Pichon, and Richard “Dickey” Lamury.

Services for Merrill Eloise Lamury Campo were Wednesday, July 27 at Hargrave Funeral Home of Morgan City. Visitation was at 10 a.m. and services followed at 11:30 a.m. A traditional burial service continued at the municipal cemetery of Morgan City at Myrtle and Youngs Road.

January 22, 1931 — July 24, 2022

Rev. Robert Guy Marcell, 91, known to most close to him as “Bob,” a resident of Baton Rouge, LA and native of Amelia, LA, passed away peacefully on Sunday, July 24, 2022 at Baton Rouge General Hospital.

Rev. Robert was born on January 22, 1931, the son of Robert Joseph Marcell and Janet Gianfala Marcell. He attended elementary school at Sacred Heart Academy in Morgan City, LA and two years of high school with the Brothers of the Sacred Heart in Thibodaux, LA. He was accepted at St. Joseph Seminary in Covington, LA, where he completed high school and junior college. He enrolled at Notre Dame Seminary in New Orleans, LA to complete his studies for the priesthood. He was ordained a Roman Catholic Priest in 1956. He later obtained degrees as a Master’s in Psychology and in Pastoral Counseling.

Rev. Robert served many Catholic parishes in the Baton Rouge, LA area as Associate Pastor and Pastor for 45 years. Upon his retirement, he remained in Baton Rouge and continued to serve the Church when needed.

He will be sadly missed and lovingly remembered by his brothers, Thaddeus Marcell, Sr. and wife Nedra, Anthony “Tony” Marcell; sister, Carolyn Marcell Sonnier and husband Bruce; numerous nephews and nieces, along with many family, friends, and associates he loved and kept close to his heart.

He is preceded in death by his parents.

Visitation will be on Friday, July 29, 2022 from 8:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. at Twin City Funeral Home in Morgan City, LA. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11:00 a.m. at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Patterson, LA followed by burial in the church cemetery.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Twin City Funeral Home of Morgan City, LA.

Raymond Paul Keller, 84, a native of Berwick, died Monday, July 25, 2022.

He is survived by a daughter, Michelle Hoggatt; two sons, Gary Keller and Van Keller; nine grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; and a host of other relatives.

He was preceded in death by his wife, two brothers and a sister.

Visitation will be Saturday from 9 a.m. until services at 11 a.m. at Hargrave Funeral Home. Burial will follow in Morgan City Cemetery.

Hargrave Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

Dolly Ross Gautreaux died peacefully on the morning of July 23, 2022 in Houma, LA at the age of 81. She leaves behind her loving and devoted husband of 63 years, David Lee Gautreaux. Children, Susan Gray, Leslie Gautreaux (Rick Porche) and Scott David Gautreaux (Nicole). Grandchildren, Katie Kaai, Justin Meaux, Hunter Meaux and Brooke Gautreaux. Great-grandchildren, Sarah Kaai and Charleigh Kate Meaux.

Dolly was preceded in death by her parents, William Franklin Ross and Gretel Plessala Ross and her son-in-law, John Mark Gray.

Dolly and David recently moved back to Louisiana from Richardson, Texas, where they enjoyed making new lifelong friends, adding to their art collections and traveling. They had previously lived in New Orleans for 34 years, where they were devoted members of Oak Park Baptist Church.

Through the years Dolly joyfully taught vacation bible school and participated in many church programs. While on a visit to the Holy Land, Dolly and David renewed their marriage vows in Cana. The ceremony was performed by their dear friend and brother in Christ, Pastor Gail Worth DeBord of Oak Park Baptist Church.

Dolly taught her children and those around her the Gospel by her actions. She was passionate about helping those less fortunate than herself. She was known for her tremendous sense of humor and could make anyone laugh in any situation. She had a gift for letting people know that they were special and loved.

During the winter months in New Orleans she handed out blankets and warm clothes to many of the homeless. Dolly had a way with the elderly and treated them with respect, kindness and love. She always looked after the widows in her neighborhood.
In 1997 she and David made a mission trip to Kosovo with Samaritan’s Purse to distribute clothes, building supplies and medications. This trip was the beginning of more lifelong friendships.

Dolly loved life, people, animals and gardening, always putting her family first. During her mother’s Alzheimer’s journey, Dolly cared for her for many years.

Years later, Dolly was stricken with Alzheimer’s disease, herself. Her husband, David, was a kind and steadfast caregiver to her until the very end. The Bible tells us in 2nd Timothy, 4:7, “I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith.” Dolly and David did this together. The family would like to thank Home Instead of Richardson, TX. A sincere and heartfelt thank you to Mrs. Leona Dickens of Dallas, TX for her beautiful soul. Vicki Hatdor and Gerrie
Pretzel of Richardson, TX gave us indispensable, loving support. Olinda Gros of Houma blessed us daily with her abundance of knowledge, devotion and wonderful sense of humor. Many thanks to the entire staff of Haydel Hospice of Houma, especially Patti Voss, Germaine Caldwell and Debra Gorr, who continuously went above and beyond.

Pallbearers: Scott Gautreaux, Hunter Meaux, Justin Meaux, Ben Chaisson, Kawika Kaai, Rick Porche.

There was a visitation on Tuesday, July 26th from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. at Twin City Funeral Home, 412 Fourth Street, Morgan City, LA 70380.
Funeral service was held Wednesday, July 27th from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. at Twin City Funeral home with Pastor Robert Eastwood of Haydel Hospice officiating. Interment followed immediately at Berwick Cemetery.