IRMA LEE KOERIN SMITH
Irma Lee, age 84, passed away on Sunday, September 15, 2024, surrounded by her family. She was a lifetime resident of Ponchatoula, LA.
Irma dedicated her life to caring for her family and took great pride in everything she did. She kept her house spotless and her yard perfect all the way to the very end.
Irma was an extremely strong woman and fiercely outspoken. She was unapologetically herself and always spoke her mind. Irma had an open-door policy and took on the role of caregiver for many. She was a mother and grandmother to anyone who needed it. Irma adored her grandbabies and held the title of Maw Maw with pride. She was an incredible woman who left her family with countless wonderful memories and will be forever missed.
She is survived by her husband of 64 years, Cooter Smith; daughter, Rhonda Sheridan (Mike); son, Laton Smith Jr. (Michelle); grandchildren, Kyle Michael Sheridan (Chloe), Hayley Smith; great-grandchildren, Vera Jo Sheridan and Elijah “Eli” Thomas Sheridan; special nephew, Kirtney James Koerin (Ann Marie); and dearest friends, Pat Chavers Ory and Sondra Sturdivant.
Irma was preceded in death by her daughters, Patricia Ann Smith and Debbie Jolane Smith; parents, Beaulah Young and Albert Koerin Sr.; brothers, Lawrence “Penny” Koerin, Albert Frank Koerin Jr., and Johnny Koerin; and godparents, George and Germaine Briant.
Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the graveside service at Wadesboro Catholic Cemetery in Ponchatoula, LA, on Friday, September 20, 2024, at 11:00 a.m.
Cynthia “Cindy” R. Savoie; 64; Hammond; September 2; survived by her husband, Rodney “Ronnie” J. Savoie, Jr.; mother, Marie “Bea” Claverie; stepmother, Pam Rein; children, Marcus, Andre, Chantel (James), Scott (Carol), Ashleigh (Seth), Taylor, and Andrea; six grandchildren; brothers, Mark (Jan), Gregory (Kristen), and Jeffery (Dana); and many other relatives.
Linda Sue Cowen; 79; Hammond; September 6; survived by her two sons, Stanley “Lee” Cowen (Karen) and Ashley Cowen; and brother, Gene Fletcher.
John Edwards; 78; Port Allen; September 6; visitation Saturday, September 21, 10:00-11:00am; funeral following at 11:00am. Location: Morgan Chapel A M E 37456 Highway 16, Amite, LA 70422.
Benjamin Cleon Starkey; 45; Ponchatoula; September 6; survived by his wife, Aimee Cicardo Starkey; sons, Mason and Cole Starkey; parents, Gregory Carl “Muff” Starkey, Sr. and Kathleen Sparnecht Starkey; mother-in-law, Marilyn Danos Cicardo; sister-in-law, Stacey Cicardo Bordelon (Trevor); and numerous nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, and cousins.
Addie Joyce Hancock; 94; Hammond; September 6; survived by her children, Valerie Hutchinson (Millard) and Ronald Hancock (Edna); siblings, Ethel Sibley (Wilton) and Raymond Addison (Sue); grandchildren, Monica and Donelle (Dwayne); great-grandchildren, Dylan (Mallory), Zachary, Hayden (Allie), Maddison (Hayden), and Amanda (Johnny); nine great-great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews.
Carmello (Tom) Joseph Tiesi; 82; of Chicago IL & Tickfaw LA; September 7; husband to Rose Tiesi Walter (nee Rotolo); father of Eric Tiesi (Jenny) and Melanie Elliott (Chad); stepfather to Susan (Derek) Villarreal (nee Walter); and loving grandfather of Dominic Tiesi, Vincent Tiesi, and Wyatt Villarreal.
Edward MacArthur “Mac” Long; 82; Husser; September 8; survived by his wife, Darlene Long; children, Glenda, Glenn (Tammy), Brenda, Megan, Justin (Krystal), and Tawnya (Randy); twelve grandchildren; five great-grandchildren and one on the way; sister, Margaret McCoy; numerous nieces, nephews, and extended family; and furbabies, Red, Lil’ Bit and Smokie.
Thomas David Hutchinson; 79; Albany; September 8; survived by his wife, Joyce St.Cyr Hutchinson; children, Stephanie, Brian, and John Hutchinson; stepsons, Frank (Lisa), David (Lorraine), and Phillip Kluka (Letha); grandchildren, Jeremy (Melanie), April (Julius “Jay”), Brandon (Alison), and Kara (Lance); brothers, Roger (Linda) and Dilton Hutchinson (Pat); and many great-grandchildren.
Marsha Ann Stokes Graham; 73; Amite; September 8; survived by her husband and high school sweetheart, David James Graham; son, Gerald David Graham (Esther); granddaughters, Carley Graham, Sara Graham, Taylor Sansovich (Louis), and Katie Monteleone (Cody); grandson, Hunter Blayne Graham (Jessica); ten great-grandchildren; and great-granddaughter, Amyra Gray.
Amos Leon Brabham, Jr.; 73; Greensburg; September 8; survived by his children, Cissy Brumfield (Albo), Leanne Gill (Scott), Derrick Brabham (Erin), and Christopher Brabham; fifteen grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; three great-great-grandchildren; siblings, Shirley (Jimmy), Louise, Nancy, Janice (David), Randy (Kathy), Robert (Janice), and Mike (Felicia); and special friend, Betty Stubbs.
Erwin Angus Dupont; 87; Tickfaw; September 9; he was the loving father of Deborah Oalmann (David), Donald (Lisa), David (Karen), and Darren and a devoted grandfather to his ten grandchildren and eleven great-grandchildren.
Ernestine Robertson Howes; 88; Robert; September 9; survived by her daughter, Sherie Needham (Todd); grandchildren, Savanah Jarrell (Rayne), Dakotah Needham (Kellie), Karagan Stewart (Zack), and Sawyer Needham (Sydney); great-grandchildren, Khloe, Kinsleigh, Collyns, and Madden; special niece and caregiver, Glenda Peek; and numerous nieces and nephews.
Gernon “Brother” Edward Truxillo; 78; Ponchatoula; September 10; survived by his wife, Kathleen Truxillo; children, Jill (Kyle Daigle) and Dennis Truxillo (Suzanne); step-children, Caye Mitchell Klotz (Fred) and Cory Mitchell, Sr. (Barbara); six grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; sister, Claudia Delsa; and numerous step-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, and friends.
Earle “Buck” Cefalu, Jr.; 86; Amite; September 10; survived by his wife, Susan Juniel Cefalu; daughter, Cameron Cefalu Simmons (David); son, August Earle “Trey” Cefalu, III (Amber); grandchildren, Sophia, Tristan, Maxwell, and August; sisters, Mary, Kathy, and Martha; and first cousin, Tom Ed Brumfield.
Lessie Marie Arnone; 66; Ponchatoula; September 11; survived by her loving husband, Anthony Arnone Sr.; children, Anthony Arnone Jr. (Ashley) and Amber Smith (Mike); grandchildren, Ian, Emily, Brennan, Claire, McKayla, and Luke; and great-granddaughter, Nova Rose.
David Ramsey; 77; Hammond; September 11; survived by his wife, Birgitta; son, Carl (Jennifer); daughter, Anna; and grandchildren, Natali, Matthew, Madison, and Isabella.
Jeffery Scott Kea; 64; Ponchatoula; September 12; survived by his brother, Vincent Kea (Kim Kea). Jeffery was a cherished husband to his devoted wife, Lisa Kea, and a proud father to three children: Jordan (Sean), Laura (Christopher), and Sklyar (Brandi). He was also a loving grandfather to six grandchildren.
William Harold Seals; 79; Amite; September 12; survived by wife, Mary Beth Seals; daughter, Treva Elaine Seals; sons, Erik Towns and Robert Wayne Seals; two grandchildren; sister, Linda Sue Addison; and brother, Hollis Seals.