Longtime businessman Virgil Sparks, died on Monday, February 13th. Sparks was a source of pride for the African American community when he became the first African-American in Monroe to open a used car dealership in 1974. He…
Category: Deaths
A Celebration of Life for Sister Mary L. Johnson
Sister Mary Lee Johnson, a homemaker of Monroe, LA, age 88 will be funeralized on Saturday, February 3, 2018. Viewing time will be Saturday, February 3, 2018 from 10:00 am- 12:00 pm at Mt. Olivet Baptist Church, 500 Swayze Street…
Monroe Police Officer dies, self inflicted gunshot
Ouachita Parish Sheriff’s office and the State Police are investigating the death of a Monroe Police Officer who died early on the morning of January 7th, apparently of a self inflicted gunshot wound.Department sources report that officer Christopher Beaudion, who…
Gallow funeral set for Saturday at Millers Chapel
Esther Gallow, the woman who wouldn’t take no for an answer, is dead. Gallow one of the most effective advocates for poor people, died Monday night after an illness. She was a fireball of optimism, energy, and …
Funeral service set for Marquis D. Young
Funeral service set for Marquis D. Young, a heavy equipment troubleshooter and repair specialist from West Monroe, LA. Visitation will be December 22, 2017 from 3-6 pm at McFarland Funeral Home in Delhi, LA. Funeral will be December 23, 2017…
Richwood senior’s death causes grief for hundreds
Police are still investigating the circumstances surrounding the death of a Richwood High School senior, just months before her graduation. Richwood senior Keara Vance was pronounced dead this weekend after being rushed to a hospital. Vance, a student…
Deaths: December 13 – December 17, 2017
James Adams, of Monroe, LA died December 14, 2017. Services will be 11:00 a.m., Thursday, December 21 at Smith Funeral Home, Monroe, LA. Visitation will be 1:00 until 5:00 p.m, Wednesday, December 20 at Smith Funeral Home. Burial will be…