Ozia — Anderson Joseph McBride, Sr.. Anderson (son of Walter Scott McBride and Aurelia Perres) was born 14 Feb 1873, St. Landry Parish, Louisiana, USA; died 2 Jun 1944, Rayne, Acadia Parish, Louisiana, USA; was buried 3 Jun 1944, McBride Cemetery - Church Point, Louisiana, USA. [Group Sheet]

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Death Notice:

Funeral arrangements for Mrs. Wilson (Eva) DeRouen, 84, will be announced by Johnson Funeral Home. She died Tuesday in a local hospital.

(Published in the Lake Charles American Press on February 20, 2002)



Obituary:

Funeral services for Eva Marie Derouen, 84, will be at 3:30 p.m. Friday, Feb. 22, in Johnson Funeral Home. The Revs. John Giles and Steve Cox will officiate. Burial will be in Highland Memory Gardens Cemetery. Visitation is 5-10 p.m. today, with a Scripture service at 6:30 p.m., and from 8 a.m. Friday.

Mrs. Derouen died at 10:35 a.m. Tuesday, Feb. 19, 2002, in a local hospital.

She was a native of Rayne and a longtime resident of Lake Charles. She was a charter member of Our Lady Queen of Heaven Catholic Church. She was a member of the Catholic Daughters and the Ladies Altar Society.

Survivors include two sons, Elden P. Derouen of Spring, Texas, and Ron Derouen of Marshall, Texas; one daughter, Nettie Landry of Moss Bluff; two brothers, Willie McBride of Lake Charles and Anderson McBride of Houston; four sisters, Noaline Derise, Willia Mae Robert and Clara Joyce Landry, all of Lake Charles, and Nina Philmon of Carlyss; nine grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren.

(Published in the Lake Charles American Press on February 21, 2002)

Eva — Wilson Derouen. Wilson was born 28 Sep 1917, Iowa, Calcasieu Parish, Louisiana, USA; died 11 Mar 1991, Lake Charles, Calcasieu Parish, Louisiana, USA; was buried , Highland Memory Gardens - Lake Charles, Louisiana, USA. [Group Sheet]

Thomas — L.M. LeBleu. (daughter of Volsan LeBleu and Lillie Andrus) [Group Sheet]

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Willa Mae McBride Robert, age 88, passed away Sunday, August 16, 2009, at a local hospital. Ms. Robert was born in Rayne, LA, on March 22, 1921. She lived in Lake Charles for over 70 years. She retired from The Fair Department Store after 40 years of exemplary service. Ms. Robert was loved and respected by her colleagues and customers. She was a member of St. Margaret's Catholic Church. Preceding her in death was her husband, Freddie Robert. She leaves to cherish her memory, two sons, Julian Robert and wife, Deborah, of Baton Rouge and Paul Wayne Robert and wife, Kate of Lake Charles; one brother, Bill McBride of Lake Charles; one sister, Joyce Landry of Lake Charles; 5 grandchildren; and 7 great-grandchildren. Her funeral will be held at 11 a.m. on Thursday, August 20, 2009, at Johnson Funeral Home. Rev. Jody Robert, her grandson, will officiate. Burial will follow in Prien Memorial Park. Visitation will be held on Wednesday, August 19, from 5 p.m. until 9 p.m. and again on Thursday, from 8 a.m. until time of service. A scripture and memory service will be held at 7 p.m. Wednesday evening. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to the American Cancer Society in Willa Mae Robert's memory.

Willa — Freddie Robert. Freddie was born 16 Sep 1915, Louisiana, USA; died 16 Jan 1998, Lake Charles, Calcasieu Parish, Louisiana, USA; was buried , Prien Memorial Park Cemetery - Lake Charles, Louisiana, USA. [Group Sheet]

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Willie Joseph McBride, 96, of Lake Charles, LA, died at 10:11 PM on Saturday, January 16, 2021 in a local hospital.

Mr. McBride was born February 13, 1924 in Rayne, LA. He rode his bicycle to Lake Charles where he began driving a taxicab and them moved his family here. He spent several years in construction, where he learned how to build houses and then worked as a longshoreman. He later was the owner and operator of McBride's Roller Disco. Mr. McBride was a member of St. Margaret Catholic Church. He always enjoyed building cabinets and tinkering and could fix anything set before him. He will always be remembered for his humble nature and was thankful for everyone in his life.

Mr. McBride is survived by his four sons, Willie Dean McBride and wife Tam of Georgia, Melvin "Ray" McBride and fiancée Mary Chambers of Sulphur, Rene McBride and wife Tammy of Lake Charles, and Troy Kim McBride of Lake Charles; along with twenty-six grandchildren, fifty-one great-grandchildren, and four great-great grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Hazel McBride; his parents; and all of his brothers and sisters.

His funeral service will be held at 10:00 AM on Thursday, January 21, 2021 at University Baptist Church, under the direction of Johnson Funeral Home. Rev. Jody Robinson will officiate. Burial will follow in Prien Memorial Park. Visitation will be at the church on Wednesday from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM and continue on Thursday from 9:00 AM until the start of the services.

(Published by Johnson Funeral Home of Lake Charles, LA)

Willie — Hazel Benoit. Hazel was born 9 Jan 1923, Mermentau, Acadia Parish, Louisiana, USA; died 1 Aug 2014, Lake Charles, Calcasieu Parish, Louisiana, USA; was buried 5 Aug 2014, Highland Memory Gardens - Lake Charles, Louisiana, USA. [Group Sheet]

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An angel took flight to heaven on Thursday, March 16, 2006. Nina " Meme" M. Philmon passed away after a long battle with cancer. She went peacefully surrounded by her girls. She cherished 35 wonderful years of marriage to James W. Philmon Jr. until his death in 1981. She owned her own beauty salon for 32 years. After retirement she worked for the Ladies Auxiliary, known as the " Pink Ladies," at West Calcasieu Cameron Hospital for 13 years. She was a lady with many hobbies, such as cooking, working in her yard and sewing. Her sense of humor and wonderful smile will be greatly missed. Survivors include one daughter, Jeanette Hoffpauir and husband Terrance of Carlyss; two granddaughters, Marla Landry of Carlyss and Angie Landry of Hackberry; three great-granddaughters, Brittney Broom and husband Joey of Buna, Texas, and Taylor Landry and Kaye Leigh LaBove, both of Hackberry; three step-granddaughters, Julie Ragusa and husband Brad of Lake Charles, Jacqueline Hartman and husband Stuart of Baton Rouge, and Shelby Hoffpauir of Carlyss; one step-great-granddaughter, Gabriella Ragusa of Lake Charles; two sisters, Willa Mae Robert and Joyce Landry, both of Lake Charles; two brothers, Willie McBride and wife Hazel of Lake Charles and Anderson " Joe" McBride of Houston; numerous nieces and nephews, including a very special and dedicated nephew, Lynn Richard; sisters-in-law, Virginia Philmon and friend Jenny and Evelyn Estes and husband Buddy of Baton Rouge; and brothers-in-law, Bill Philmon and wife Mary Ann of Lufkin, Texas, Glenn Philmon and wife Helen of Metairie, and Jake Philmon and wife Patricia of Lake Charles. She was preceded in death by her loving husband, James W. Philmon Jr.; two sisters, Ilene Durese and Eva Derouen; and three brothers, Clopha Richard, Clabby Andrus and Tom McBride. Her funeral will be at 2 p. m. Saturday, March 18, in Hixson - Sulphur Memorial Funeral Home. The Rev. Roland Vaughn will officiate. Burial will be in Mimosa Pines South Cemetery in Carlyss. Visitation is 1 - 9 p. m. today, with a rosary service at 6 p. m., and from 9 a.m. Saturday. The family asks that memorial donations be made in her memory to the recovery effort for St. Peter the Apostle Catholic Church of Hackberry. Words of comfort may be left for the family at www.mem.com.

(Published in The Lake Charles American Press on March 17, 2006)

Nina married James William Philmon, Jr. 21 May 1950, Lake Charles, Calcasieu Parish, Louisiana, USA. James was born 25 Feb 1929; died 18 Nov 1981, Sulphur, Calcasieu Parish, Louisiana, USA; was buried , Mimosa-Pines South Cemetery - Carlyss, Louisiana, USA. [Group Sheet]

Anderson married C.A. Hughey [Group Sheet]

Anderson married L.D. Maxey [Group Sheet]

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Joyce Landry, 85, passed away on Tuesday, October 20, 2015 in her residence.

She was a resident of Lake Charles for over 60 years and was a member of St. Margaret's Catholic Church. She had been a Hair Dresser since 1963. She enjoyed cleaning and also caring for her plants. Grocery shopping and cooking was a big love of hers. One of the many things she was able to do in her life which she was proud was be a part of the "Lee Jonet Show" on Channel 7 multiple times. Also, she worked at the "Fair Store" for many years. She loved QVC and was very faithful at watching it. Most of all she loved her family and was known for her great sense of humor.

She is survived by her son; one brother; one granddaughter; four great-grandchildren, along with several nieces and nephews.

She is preceded in death by two husbands, Isom Roy and Frank L. Landry, Sr., her parents Anderson and Ozxia McBride, along with four brothers and four sisters.

Services will be held at Hixson Funeral Home of Lake Charles on Saturday, October 24, 2015 at 11:00am. Rev. Jody Blane Robert great nephew will officiate. Visitation will be held on Saturday from 10:00am until service time at the funeral home. Burial will follow at Prien Memorial Park. Words of comfort may be shared with the family at www.hixsonfuneralhomes.com.

(Published by Hixson Funeral Home of Lake Charles, LA)

Clara — Isom Roy. Isom was born 31 Aug 1923, Eunice, St. Landry Parish, Louisiana, USA; died 1 Dec 2002, Lake Charles, Calcasieu Parish, Louisiana, USA; was buried 4 Dec 2002, Consolata Cemetery - Lake Charles, Louisiana, USA. [Group Sheet]

Clara — Frank L. Landry, Sr.. [Group Sheet]

E.P. married R.S. Lallathin [Group Sheet]

R.L.J. — B.E. Jones. [Group Sheet]

N.L. — D.A. Landry. [Group Sheet]

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Charles "Tommy" McBride, 82, of Lake Charles, LA, died at 1:20 AM on Thursday, April 16, 2020 in a local hospital.

Mr. McBride was born April 13, 1938 in Lake Charles, LA, where he was a life-long resident. He attended Cooley Elementary School and LaGrange High School. For twenty years, he proudly served in the U.S. Navy, during both the Korean Conflict and the Vietnam War, working as a machinist mate. Following his retirement from the U.S. Navy, he worked at Lyondell-Basell as a millwright, retiring after over twenty years. He was a member of St. Margaret Catholic Church and a member of the VFW Post #2130. Mr. McBride enjoyed fishing and cooking, but his true joy in life came from spending time with his family.

Mr. McBride is survived by his children, Charles Keith McBride and wife Debi of Houma, LA, Craig Steven McBride and wife Angie of Westlake, Lori Dale Kennedy and fiancé Eddie Jolie of Lake Charles, Kimberly Ann Foster and husband Kevin of Lake Charles, and Jason Scott McBride and wife Jill of Westlake; brother, Michael McBride of Mauriceville, TX; eighteen grandchildren; and twenty-nine great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his wife of fifty-eight years, Patricia Guidry McBride; parents, Joseph and Leora LeBleu McBride; sisters, Barbara Gibbs, Mae Dale Coleman, and Brenda McBride; and grandson, Brent Sepulvado.

His private services are entrusted to Johnson Funeral Home.

(Published by Johnson Funeral Home of Lake Charles, LA)

Charles married Patricia Ann Guidry 1 Dec 1958, Orange County, Texas, USA. Patricia was born 12 Dec 1942, Kaplan, Vermilion Parish, Louisiana, USA; died 17 Apr 2017, Shreveport, Caddo Parish, Louisiana, USA; was buried 20 Apr 2017, Consolata Cemetery - Lake Charles, Louisiana, USA. [Group Sheet]

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Mae Dell McBride Coleman on Wednesday, February 23, 2005. Beloved wife of Addley B. Coleman. Mother of Allen T. Whitted, Donna Carpenter, Tammie Lewis, Angela Adams, Patrick Shea and the late Jeannie W. Swendsen. Sister of Barbara Gibbs, Thomas and Michael McBride. Survived by 14 grandchildren and 6 great grandchildren. Age 65 years. A native Lake Charles, LA and a resident of Terrytown, LA for the past 35 years. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend a Funeral Service in the Chapel of MOTHE FUNERAL HOMES, 2100 Westbank Expressway, Harvey, LA on Friday, February 25, 2005 at 11:00 o'clock A.M. Interment Westlawn Memorial Park Cemetery, Gretna, LA. Parlors will be open Thursday, February 24, 2005 from 6:00 P.M. until 11:00 P.M. and Friday 8:00 A.M. until service time.

(Published by Mothe Funeral Home of Harvey, LA)

Mae — Allen Oliver Whitted. Allen was born 30 Oct 1935, Lansing, Ingham County, Michigan, USA; died 22 Mar 2004, Chiefland, Levy County, Florida, USA; was buried , Chiefland Cemetery - Chiefland, Florida, USA. [Group Sheet]

Mae married Addley Burton Coleman 23 Nov 1971, Orange, Orange County, Texas, USA. Addley was born 31 May 1941, Pensacola, Escambia County, Florida, USA; died 20 Dec 2008, Gretna, Jefferson Parish, Louisiana, USA; was buried 23 Dec 2008, Westlawn Memorial Park and Mausoleum - Gretna, Louisiana, USA. [Group Sheet]

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BOSSIER CITY, LA - Services for Barbara Ruth McBride Gibbs will be 1:30 p.m. Friday, June 27, 2014 at Rose-Neath's Bossier Chapel. Officiating will be Bro. Cleveland Cyrus. Interment will follow at Rose-Neath Cemetery. Visitation will be prior to the service on Friday from 11:30 a.m. until service time.

Barbara, 72, passed away June 25, 2014 in Bossier City, LA. She was born November 18, 1941, Lake Charles, LA. She was married 42 years to the love of her life, Gerald Edward Gibbs.

Barbara was the matriarch and solid rock of her family. She was at her best whipping up one of her mother's famous South Louisiana recipes, making enough to feed a small army. Spending time with family was one of her favorite past times. She was affectionately known as Momo not only to her grandchildren, but to many others who respected her.

Barbara and her husband Gerald owned Pap-Paw's Fried Chicken. She worked as a property manager for Landmark Realty for many years. She enjoyed her bowling league and once bowled a perfect game. Her greatest accomplishment was being a mother and "Momo" to many.

She is preceded in death by her husband, Gerald Edward Gibbs, her two sisters, Mae Dell Coleman and husband Cole, Brenda Gail McBride, son-in-law, Tracy Edward Hendrix and her parents, Thomas Joseph McBride and Leora LeBleu McBride.

She is survived by her three daughters, Gail Lynn Russell and husband Tom, Ginger G. Bigby and husband Walter, and Sandy D. Gibbs and Kevin Cox; her grandchildren, Jennifer Cyrus Spivey and husband Anthony, Whitney Hendrix Peters and husband Nolan, Jeffrey Bryan Gibbs, Zachary Edward Hendrix and wife Kylie, Jarrett Brent Gibbs and wife Natsumi, Tabitha Nicole Black, Hayden Oliver Bigby, Tommy Russell and wife Jill, and Travis Russell and wife Gina; brothers, Tommy McBride and wife Pat, Mike McBride and wife Katie, and brother-in-law, Joseph Gibbs and wife Linda. She also had 15 great grandchildren and a host of family and friends.

Her quick wit and great sense of humor will be missed by all.

A special thank you to Robyn Watkins, Valerie, and her many long loved friends from Brownlee Road and the Birthday Club.

Honoring Barbara as pallbearers will be Craig McBride, Anthony Spivey, Bryan Gibbs, Zachary Hendrix, Hayden Bigby, and Breydon Johns.

Honorary pallbearers will be J.B. Gibbs, Cade Johns, Paxton Ponce, Tommy Russell, and Travis Russell.

The family suggests memorials may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital , 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105-1942.

Rose-Neath Funeral Home
Bossier Chapel 746-2543

(Published in The Shreveport Times from June 27 to June 29, 2014)

Barbara married Gerald Edward Gibbs 14 Sep 1957, Orange, Orange County, Texas, USA. Gerald was born 25 Sep 1936, Rochelle, Wilcox County, Georgia, USA; died 12 Feb 1999, Bossier City, Bossier Parish, Louisiana, USA; was buried , Rose-Neath Cemetery - Bossier City, Louisiana, USA. [Group Sheet]

M.A. — S.L. Crabtree. [Group Sheet]

M.A. married C.J. Collins [Group Sheet]

M.A. married C.J. Ross [Group Sheet]

J.J. — T.A. Moore. [Group Sheet]

J.J. married D.J. Pittman [Group Sheet]

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Paul Wayne Robert, 64, of Lake Charles, LA died at 11:23 AM Wednesday, August 13, 2014.

Paul was born on October 15, 1949 in Lake Charles, LA to Freddie and Wilmae Robert. He loved listening to swamp pop music, dancing, and growing flowers in his garden. He also loved being around family and friends.

He is survived by one son; one daughter; fianceé and one brother.

He is preceded in death by his parents.

His funeral service will be held at 12:00 PM on Sunday, August 17, 2014 at the Johnson Funeral Home Chapel. Jody Roberts will officiate. Burial will follow in Prien Memorial Park. Visitation will be at the funeral home on Sunday from 10:00 AM until the start of the service.

Paul married K.A. Ortego [Group Sheet]

W.D. — S.A. Laviolette. [Group Sheet]

W.D. — T.T. Trong. [Group Sheet]

M.R. — R.R. Parker. [Group Sheet]

R. — T.L. Reed. [Group Sheet]

T.K. married S.A. Kitler [Group Sheet]

T.K. married A.M. Baglio [Group Sheet]

J.A. married G.L. Landry, III [Group Sheet]

J.A. — . Babineaux. [Group Sheet]

J.A. — T.L. Hoffpauir. [Group Sheet]

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Margaret Ann McBride Walter of Houston, Texas went to be with her lord and savior on Tuesday, October 21, 2014.

She was a very loving and dedicated mother, grandmother, daughter, sister and aunt whose kindness and devotion to her family and friends is cherished by all. She was courageous, inspirational and brought an abundance of joy and laughter to all who knew her.

Margaret was born in Lake Charles, Louisiana, on May 19th, 1951 to Anderson Joseph McBride Jr. (deceased) and Camilla Anne Hughey McBride.

Margaret began her career in the mail room with no exposure or experience to the pipe, valve and flange industry and took it upon herself with great drive and dedication to gain the expertise and knowledge necessary to succeed in a field that few women chose to pursue. After 28 years of inside sales with Piping and Equipment, Margaret expanded her family and found a new home with Transquip, USA where she shared her expertise of the ins and outs of the industry and cared greatly for her customers. The greatest joy she found in her new venture was the family she found in Transquip, USA; a bond of laughter and respect that brought much fulfillment to her career.

She is survived by her mother Camilla Hughey McBride; daughter Kimberly Walter Robison and son Robert Walter; granddaughters Taylor Furst, Madison Walter and Sophie Walter; sister Sharon McBride Stewart and her husband Jerry; brother Andy McBride; nieces and nephews Joshua McBride, James Stewart and his wife Cortney, Brittney Jordan and her husband Rob, and Jennifer Stewart; great nephews Hendrix Stewart and Baer Stewart and numerous friends and relatives. She will be greatly missed by all.

The funeral service celebrating Margaret's life will be held at 1:00 PM Friday, October 24th, at Niday Funeral Home - Beamer Chapel. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service.

Margaret married G.F. Walter [Group Sheet]

S.L. — J.L. Stewart. [Group Sheet]

L.E. married S.A. Freeman [Group Sheet]

B.S. married C.S. Horger [Group Sheet]

C.L. married R.L. Zube [Group Sheet]

J.S. married M.R. Morris [Group Sheet]

C.K. married D.A. Seasock [Group Sheet]

C.S. — J.A. Carpenter. [Group Sheet]

C.S. married A.R. Touvell [Group Sheet]

L.D. — M.O. Leach. [Group Sheet]

L.D. — . Domingue. [Group Sheet]

L.D. married P.W. Kennedy [Group Sheet]

K.A. — . Colletta. [Group Sheet]

K.A. — K.A. Foster. [Group Sheet]

J.S. married J.F. Eakin [Group Sheet]

D.R. — W.R. Carpenter. [Group Sheet]

Jeannie married W.E. Swendsen [Group Sheet]

T.S. — L.J. Simard. [Group Sheet]

T.S. — D.M. Lewis. [Group Sheet]

G.L. — T.R. Russell. [Group Sheet]

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Ginger Gibbs Bigby

A service celebrating the life of Ginger Gibbs Bigby, 63, of Bossier City, Louisiana will be held on Saturday, August 5, 2023, at 11:00 a.m. at Asbury United Methodist Church, 3200 Airline Dr., Bossier City, Louisiana. A visitation will be held beginning at 9:30 a.m. until time of service. Officiating the service will be Reverend Matt Rawle.

Ginger was born February 27, 1960, in Lake Charles, Louisiana to Gerald and Barbara Gibbs and passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her loved ones on Friday, July 28, 2023.

As part of an Air Force family, Ginger spent her youth in New York, Georgia, and Louisiana. She was a 1978 graduate of Airline High School and earned her registered nursing degree from Northwestern State in 1991. A warm, caring, and skilled operating room nurse for 25 years, Ginger took great pride in her service to others. She never met a stranger and greeted everyone with her radiant smile and sparkling eyes. Nothing delighted Ginger more than hosting family and friends for a celebration. Affectionately known as "Junie" by her grandchildren, she could often be found in the kitchen surrounded by laughter, music, and her beloved weenie dogs. Her delicious food, elegant style, and jovial spirit made her easy to love. She was happiest when surrounded by family, reminiscing and laughing over endless stories from a life well lived. She will be greatly missed.

Ginger is preceded in death by her parents; sister; Sandy Gibbs; and former husband, Tracy Hendrix. She is survived by her husband of 32 years, Walter O. Bigby, Jr; sister, Gail Russell and husband, Tom; children; Whitney Hendrix, Zachary Hendrix, and Hayden Bigby and wife, Brittany; grandchildren; Paxton, Kassidy, and Sadie along with several nieces and nephews.

The family would like to express a special thanks to the staff of Amedisys Hospice Care, especially Christy, Amanda, and Betty for all the compassion and care they showed to Ginger and her loved ones.

The family suggests that memorials may be made to any charity of your choice.

(Published by Rose-Neath Funeral Home Bossier Chapel of Bossier City, LA)

Ginger married W.R. Boggs [Group Sheet]

Ginger — Tracy Edward Hendrix. Tracy was born 2 Oct 1961, Shreveport, Caddo Parish, Louisiana, USA; died 8 Nov 1986, Cameron, Cameron Parish, Louisiana, USA; was buried 11 Nov 1986, Hillcrest Memorial Park and Mausoleum - Red Chute, Louisiana, USA. [Group Sheet]

Ginger married W.O. Bigby, Jr. [Group Sheet]

S.D. — R.D. Black. [Group Sheet]

S.D. — C.R. Horstman. [Group Sheet]

M.R. married C.D. Ballance [Group Sheet]

J.B. married C.M. Campbell [Group Sheet]

J.B. married S.L. Hilmer [Group Sheet]

J.B. — C.L. Denison. [Group Sheet]

B.L. — J.A. Hannah. [Group Sheet]

T.R. married M.C. Hayes [Group Sheet]

T.R. married J.L. Newman [Group Sheet]

T.R. — W.F. Pitre. [Group Sheet]

B.K. married S.S. Newman [Group Sheet]

B.K. married J.W. Ellzey [Group Sheet]

A.R. — . LaBove. [Group Sheet]

K.K. married D.W. Robison [Group Sheet]

R.B. married S.N. Furst [Group Sheet]

J.C. — C.. [Group Sheet]