Richard Dezendorf Oct. 18, 1946 June 25, 2025

Per Rick’s request his obituary has been written by his lifelong friend Ben Rushing.The Natchitoches Years: Rick was one of those rare people you don’t just remember— you can’t forget.

Virginia Ann Roberson Jordan

 Aug. 29, 1961 -May 23, 2025Virginia Ann Roberson Jordan, 63, passed away Friday, May 23, 2025, after a seven-year battle with breast cancer.She was born August 29, 1961, in Natchitoches, LA, to Harrell and Martha Roberson. She was their third daughter of four.

Mrs. Delores Gene Benjamin

 January 20, 1935 April 19,2025Mrs. Delores Gene Benjamin, a 90 year old resident of Natchitoches, La. was born on January 20, 1935 to the late Philip A. Lewis, Sr. and Welch Talton Lewis. She earned her heavenly wings of faith on the early morning of April 19, 2025.

In Loving Memory of Deacon Willie Bell

 December 10, 1942 June 12, 2025The family of Deacon Willie Bell announces his peaceful passing on June 12, 2025. Deacon Bell was a man of faith, love, and service, leaving a lasting impact on his family, friends, and community. He will be deeply missed by all who knew him.

Charlie Leon Johnson

August 5, 1939 — June 17, 2025A celebration of life will be held for Coach Charlie Leon Johnson of Natchitoches, LA on Sunday, June 22, at 3 p.m. in Magale Recital Hall in the Fine Arts Building on the campus of Northwestern State University with internment following at American Cemetery.

WillieBell

In Loving Memory of Deacon Willie Bell December 10, 1942 - June 12, 2025  The family of Deacon Willie Bell announces his peaceful passing on June 12, 2025. Deacon Bell was a man of faith, love, and service, leaving a lasting impact on his family, friends, and community.

Mrs. Delores Gene Benjamin

Mrs. Delores Gene BenjaminJanuary 20, 1935 April 19, 2025Mrs. Delores Gene Benjamin, a 90 year old resident of Natchitoches, La. was born on January 20, 1935 to the late Philip A. Lewis, Sr. and Welch Talton Lewis.She earned her heavenly wings of faith on the early morning of April 19, 2025.

Sharon Robertson December 3, 1962 — June 12, 2025

Services for Sharon Ann Robertson will be held at Blanchard St. Denis Funeral Home. Visitation will take place on Sunday, June 15 from 4-8 p.m. Funeral service will be on Monday at 11 a.m. She will be laid to rest with her parents at Bethany Cumberland Church Cemetery in Fairview Alpha, Louisiana.

Abigail Reynolds Mayeaux

Abigail Reynolds MayeauxDecember 15, 1954 — June 7, 2025 In loving memory of Abigail Reynolds Mayeaux, devoted daughter, sister, aunt and friend. She left this world peacefully surrounded by her family. She fought a hard battle the last couple of months.Abbie was born in Shreveport, LA on Dec.

Ralph Cherry Ingram, Jr. October 14, 1938May 27, 2025

A Mass of Christian Burial for Ralph Cherry Ingram, Jr., will be held Friday, May 30, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. at The Minor Basilica of the Immaculate Conception in Natchitoches, LA, with Very Rev. John O’Brien, V.F., as celebrant.