Funeral Services Held for Alberta B. Townes
Services were held Saturday, July 5, 2025, for Alberta B. Townes, 79, of Monroe, who died June 26. The ceremony took place at Parkview Church of Christ in Monroe, where family, friends, and members of the community gathered to celebrate her life. Townes was remembered as a beloved resident with deep ties to the local church community. Burial followed in Richwood Gardens in Richwood, LA, under the direction of Smith Funeral Home.
Final Rites Set for Donald Roy Hill
Funeral services for Donald Roy Hill, 69, of Monroe, will be held at 11:00 A.M., Thursday, July 10, 2025, at First Baptist Church in Monroe. Hill, a retired City of Monroe employee, died July 1. Known for his dedication to public service and his friendly demeanor, Hill leaves behind a legacy of community commitment. Burial will follow in Richwood Gardens in Richwood, LA, under the direction of Smith Funeral Home.
James Marshall Laid to Rest in Veterans Cemetery
James Marshall, 72, of Vernon, LA, a retired military serviceman, was laid to rest Monday, June 30, 2025, following services at Green Grove Baptist Church in Monroe. Marshall passed away on June 21, 2025, and was honored for both his military service and his devotion to his faith and family. Burial took place in the Northeast Louisiana Veterans Cemetery in Rayville, LA, with arrangements entrusted to Smith Funeral Home.
Services Scheduled for Johnny Carroll Varner
Funeral services for Johnny Carroll Varner, 61, of Monroe, are scheduled for 2:30 P.M., Saturday, July 12, 2025, at Union Baptist Church in Bosco, LA. Varner, a laborer known for his work ethic and down-to-earth spirit, died June 27. He will be laid to rest in the Union Baptist Church Cemetery following the service. Arrangements are being handled by Smith Funeral Home in Monroe.
