Love fund established for funeral expenses

A love fund for Christian Rachal of Cloutierville has been opened at BOM bank. The money raised will go toward paying for funeral expenses. Rachal, a student at Provencal Elementary/Jr. High, passed away unexpectedly on Sept. 19.

LOLA WALKER DUNAHOE

A service celebrating Lola Walker Dunahoe will be held at 10 a.m. Monday, Sept. 30, at First Baptist Church—Natchitoches, led by Bro. Thomas Rush.Former Senator Louie Bernard will share reflections on behalf of the family.

Julia Hildebrand

Julia Hildebrand Dec. 20, 1932 Sept. 23, 2024Julia Chambers Hildebrand, 91, made her home in Heaven on Sept. 23, 2024, just eight weeks after her loving husband, Tynes Hildebrand passed away. A service celebrating her life will be held on Saturday, Sept. 28, 2024 at 2 p.m. at the Blanchard St.

Dr. Johnette Jones Williams

Dr. Johnette Jones Williams June 3, 1939 Sept. 15, 2024 Service commemorating the life and legacy of Dr. Jones-Williams will unfold at the Winnfield Memorial Funeral Home, 318 North Street, Natchitoches, LA on Saturday, Sept. 28, 2024 at 10:30 a. m.Rev. Herbert Baptiste will officiate.

Christian R. Rachel

Christian R. Rachel Oct. 28, 2010 –Sept. 19, 2024Keep the family in prayer as they make arrangements for their young loved one who died unexpectedly last week. Christian, of Cloutierville, attended Provencal Elementary School. Funeral arrangements are pending with Winnfield Funeral home.

Doffie D. Benjamin, Sr. June 18, 1935 Sept. 16, 2024

A Memorial Service and Balloon Release will be held at Amulet First Baptist Church, Pastor Thomas Carter, on Saturday, Oct. 26, 2024, at 4 p.m. The Eulogy will be given by Doffie’s grandson, Jarrod Benjamin. All are invited.

Bernard Hewitt Wade, Sr May 9, 1936-Sept. 21, 2024

Bernard Hewitt Wade Sr., 88, of Cloutierville, Louisiana, passed away peacefully on Sept. 21, 2024. A devoted deacon at United Missionary Baptist Church and master gardener, he dedicated his life to serving his community and family.Viewing on Se pt. 28 at 9 a.m. followed by service at 10 a.m.

Cecil Wayne Ballard

Cecil Wayne BallardFeb. 17, 1962Sept. 15, 2024Cecil Wayne Ballard, 62 of Provencal, LA passed from this life to the next Sept.15, 2024. He was born on Feb. 17, 1962 to Wayne Ballard and Gladys Stutts Ballard.To say that Cecil loved hunting and fishing is an understatement, he lived for it.

E.E. “Red” Colston July 22, 1928 — Sept. 12, 2024

E.E. “Red” Colston, age 96 of Provencal, Louisiana entered his eternal home on Thursday, September 12, 2024. Red was born on July 22, 1928, in Vowells Mill, Louisiana to Lonise Colston and Edna Self. He served his country proudly as a member of the United States Army.

Glenda Sue VanHook Nov 2, 1947 – Sept 8, 2024

Glenda Sue Rachal VanHook was born to Paul Rachal, Jr. and Myrtle Rachal Kramer in Natchitoches, Louisiana on November 2, 1947. She was a lifelong resident of Natchitoches. Sue attended St. Mary’s Elementary School and graduated from Natchitoches High School in 1965.