Miller & Hill The Funeral Directors

02/09/2026

Betty Jean Brown, age 77, passed away peacefully on February 2, 2026, at Lexington House Nursing Home in Alexandria, Louisiana.

Please keep the family in prayer.

~Miller & Hill "The Funeral Directors"

Betty was born on February 9th, 1948 and passed away on February 2nd, 2026 at the age of 77

02/09/2026

Sister Dorothy Mae West Joshua departed this life to be with our Lord and Savior on February 4, 2026, surrounded by the love of her children. She peacefully passed this life in her home in Moreauville, Louisiana.

Sister Dorothy Joshua’s work is done. Her race has been successfully run. The battle is fought. The victory is won. Now enter into eternal rest and walk the streets of gold in heaven.

A service celebrating her life and legacy will be held on Wednesday, Februrary 11, 2026 at Shiloh Baptist Church, 12716 LA-1, Moreauville (Hamburg), LA, 71355. Public Viewing & Visitation will begin at 9am and continue until the start of service at 11am.

Please keep the family in prayer.

~Miller & Hill "The Funeral Directors"

Dorothy Mae was born on January 9th, 1935 and passed away on February 4th, 2026 at the age of 91

02/07/2026

*** Location Update***

Please note that the location for the Public Viewing & Visitation has been updated and will take place at The Citadel Church-Alexandria located at 2111 Houston Street, Alexandria, LA 71301 from 1pm-2pm.

Sarah was born on October 8th, 1938 and passed away on January 28th, 2026 at the age of 87

02/02/2026

Robert “Bob” Allen Brown was born on June 9, 1965, the beloved and devoted son of the late Walter M. and Mary L. Paul Brown. He passed away peacefully on Wednesday, January 28, 2026, surrounded by his loving wife, daughter, and family friend.

A service celebrating his life and legacy will be held on Saturday, February 7, 2026 at Greater New Bethel Baptist Church, 240 Jefferson Loop, Simmesport, Louisiana 71369. Public Viewing will begin at 9:00 am and the service will begin promptly at 11:00 am.

Please keep the family in prayer.

~Miller & Hill "The Funeral Directors"

Robert was born on June 9th, 1965 and passed away on January 28th, 2026 at the age of 60

02/01/2026

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Sarah Butler Holt Marbs, affectionately known as Sarah B. or Tah Nah, who departed this life on January 28, 2026, in Covington, Georgia. Born on October 8, 1938, in Boyce, Louisiana (Bayou Rapides), Sarah was a beacon of love and strength, nurturing her family and friends throughout her life.

A public viewing and visitation will be held on Saturday, February 7, 2026, at Miller & Hill "The Funeral Directors," located at 2111 Houston Street, Alexandria, LA 71301, from 1 PM to 2 PM, with graveside services immediately following at Garden of Memories Cemetery, 2733 Eddie Williams Avenue, Alexandria, LA 71302.

Please keep the family in prayer.

~Miller & Hill "The Funeral Directors"

Sarah was born on October 8th, 1938 and passed away on January 28th, 2026 at the age of 87

01/26/2026

We are saddened to announce the passing of Thelma Jacob Washington, but we choose to celebrate her vivacious and remarkable life. Born on June 7th, 1936 in Marksville, LA, Thelma enriched the lives of those around her in Alexandria, Louisiana with her charismatic spirit and infectious wit for 89 years.

Public viewing and visitation will be held on Saturday, February 7th, 2026 at 10:00am at Mt Triumph Baptist Church, located at 2200 3rd Street, Alexandria, Louisiana, 71302. The funeral service will follow at the same venue at 11:00am. The interment will take place at the Forest Lawn Memorial Park, located at 4000 Monroe Highway, Ball, Louisiana, 71405.

Please keep the family in prayer.

~Miller & Hill "The Funeral Directors"

Thelma was born on June 7th, 1936 and passed away on January 24th, 2026 at the age of 89

01/26/2026

We prepare to gather to celebrate the life of Mother Dorothy Lee Williams Allen Stewart, known affectionately as "Mama," "Sugar Mama," and "Dot," who graced this world with her resilient and spirited soul on October 4, 1932, in Bayou Rapides, Louisiana. Mother Dorothy transitioned from labor to reward on Friday, January 23, 2026. A loving, humble, and faithful servant of the Lord, Dorothy's life was a testament to the scripture, "Let all that you do be done in love" (1 Corinthians 16:14).

As we remember her life, we invite you to join us for a public viewing on Saturday, February 7, 2026, at 10:00 am at the Calvary Tabernacle of Alexandria, located at 4510 3rd Street, Alexandria, Louisiana, 71302. A funeral service will follow at 11:00 am at the same venue. Final Committal Rites will take place at Garden of Memories, located at 2733 Eddie Williams Avenue, Alexandria, Louisiana, 71302.

Professional services are under the direction of Miller & Hill "The Funeral Directors".

Dorothy was born on October 4th, 1932 and passed away on January 23rd, 2026 at the age of 93

01/24/2026

Ruby Jean Bobb Williams, lovingly known as "R Jean" or "M**f," was a resilient pillar of strength, a beacon of love and generosity in Boyce, Louisiana. Born on December 12, 1935, to Mattie Watkins Bobb and Emmanuel Bobb, Sr. in Bermuda, Louisiana, Ruby lived a rich, fulfilling life until January 20, 2026, leaving behind an indelible legacy.

Friends and loved ones are invited to pay their respects on Saturday, January 31, 2026, at 10:00 am at Mt. Zion Missionary Baptist Church located at 11-16th & Day Streets, Alexandria, Louisiana, 71301. The funeral service will follow at 11:00 am at the same location. Final committal rites will take place at St. Matthew Baptist Church Cemetery, 5605 Old Boyce Rd, Boyce, Louisiana, 71409.

Please keep the family in your thoughts and prayers.

~Miller & Hill "The Funeral Directors"

Ruby was born on December 12th, 1935 and passed away on January 20th, 2026 at the age of 90

01/24/2026

Stephon Schency Kelly, Jr., affectionately known as "Steph," was a man of spirited character, loving warmth, and infectious humor. Born on February 27, 1988, in Alexandria, LA, Stephon spent his formative years here, a place he always considered home. We regret to announce that Stephon passed on Thursday, January 22, 2026 in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.

The funeral service will be held on Friday, February 6, 2026, at 11:00 am at New Scott Olly Baptist Church, 2627 Willow Glen River Road, Alexandria, Louisiana. Following the service, Stephon will be laid to rest at Garden of Memories, 2733 Eddie Williams Avenue, Alexandria, Louisiana. A public viewing and visitation will be held on Friday, February 6, 2026, at 10:00 am at New Scott Olly Baptist Church.

Please keep the family in prayer in the days ahead.

~Miller & Hill "The Funeral Directors"

Stephon was born on February 27th, 1988 and passed away on January 22nd, 2026 at the age of 37

01/19/2026

01/16/2026

In loving memory of Bryce David Evans, born on April 27, 1967 in Alexandria, LA, who left us a bit too soon on January 8, 2026.

In celebrating Bryce's life, a public viewing and visitation will be held on Saturday, January 31, 2026, at 10:00 am at the Greater New Zion Missionary Baptist Church located at 3019 3rd St, Alexandria, Louisiana, 71302. The funeral service will follow at the same venue at 11:00 am.

His memory will forever be etched in our hearts.

Please keep the family in prayer.

~Miller & Hill "The Funeral Directors"

Bryce was born on April 27th, 1967 and passed away on January 8th, 2026 at the age of 58

01/13/2026

Sister Annie Mae Johnson was born January 1, 1945. She departed this life on January 8, 2026 in Woodworth, Louisiana.

A service celebrating her life and legacy will be held on Saturday, January 17, 2026 at New Pilgrim Baptist Church, 9363 US-165 N, Woodworth, Louisiana at 11:00 am. Public Viewing will begin at 10:00 am. Sis. Annie will be laid to rest in the Bayou Clear Cemetery immediately following the service.

Please keep the family in prayer.

~Miller & Hill "The Funeral Directors"

Annie Mae was born on January 1st, 1945 and passed away on January 8th, 2026 at the age of 81