ELIZABETH ANN JOWERS SLEDGE

Elizabeth Ann Jowers Sledge (she always preferred to be called “Betty”) began her life in Shreveport, La., on August 21, 1946. It ended when she was ushered into the presence of her Lord and Savior at age 79 on Easter Sunday, April 5, 2026. Betty was raised in Hanna, Louisiana, the only child of A.

Peggy Anne Hunter Key June 14, 1954April 13, 2026

On Monday, April 13, the toughest woman on earth drew her final breath. Peggy Anne Hunter Key passed away after a long and hard-fought battle with cancer, a fight she faced the same way she lived her life, with grit, grace, and unwavering strength.

Richard L. “Dicky” Adkins

Richard L. “Dicky” Adkins of Natchitoches passed away at his residence at the age of 75 on Tuesday, April 14, 2026 after a battle with cancer.Throughout his lifetime, Dicky was an oil surveyor, seismic engineer and draftsman. He enjoyed cooking, youth baseball and loved the outdoors.

In Memory Deacon John E. Jackson

Deacon John E.

Colleen Vashti Lancaster August 25, 1926 March 24, 2026

Colleen Vashti Lancaster was born August 25, 1926, in Greenville, Mississippi to Archie and Ruby Lancaster. As one of 8 children, she was highly competitive, resulting in her lifelong dedication to education and personal excellence, ultimately breaking many “glass ceilings.

Royce Wayne Garsee Aug. 17, 1945March 29, 2026

Royce Wayne Garsee, age 80, of Mustang, Okla., passed away peacefully at home on March 29, 2026, due to health complications.Royce was born on August 17, 1945, in Leesville, LA to Owen Garsee and Agnes Rachael Garsee.

Marlin “Doddle” Caston Nov. 14, 1935March 28, 2026

Marlin “Doodle” Caston, 90, passed away Saturday, March 28, 2026 in Mansfield, LA. Funeral services were at 2 p.m. Wednesday, April 1,at Kilpatrick’s Rose-Neath Funeral Home in Mansfield, LA. Burial followed at Barber Cemetery.Officiating the services was the Rev. Weyland Gauntt and the Rev.

Royce Wayne Garsee Aug. 17, 1945March 29, 2026

Royce Wayne Garsee, age 80, of Mustang, Okla., passed away peacefully at home on March 29, 2026, due to health complications.Royce was born on Aug. 17, 1945, in Leesville, LA to Owen Garsee and Agnes Rachael Garsee.

Anita Worsham Brown Jan. 30, 1933 - March 14, 2026

Anita Worsham Brown, 93, born January 30, 1933, to William Hassel and Sybil Miller Worsham in Shreveport, La, went to meet her Lord and Savior on March 14, 2026, after living with Alzheimer’s disease for many years.Visitation will be Wednesday March 18, from 5-7 p.m.

Celebrating the Life of a Beloved Matriarch

Pearl Jo Kitchen Sept. 23, 1947-March 10, 2026It is with deep love and sadness that the family of Pearl Jo Kitchen announces her passing at the age of 78. She departed this life on March 10, 2026 surrounded by love and the memories she created with family and friends throughout her lifetime.