Cook-Richmond Funeral Home

10/22/2025

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In Loving Memory of Shirley Burns

Shirley Burns, beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and cherished member of the Bogalusa, Louisiana community, entered eternal rest on October 15, 2025. Born on October 2, 1945, to Gertrude and George Burns. Shirley devoted her life to her family, friends, and the community she so deeply loved

Shirley's legacy of love lives on through her daughters, Schandra Burns (Derrick Parker) and Deandra Burns, and her cherished bonus daughter Marie Lockhart (Shannon Lockhart) of Bogalusa. She was preceded in death by her beloved daughters, Gertrude Tonette Burns and Sylvia Ann Sheridan (Sean Sheridan) as well as her parents, George and Gertrude Burns.

Shirley's greatest joy in life was her family, and her steadfast love will be remembered and treasured always.

She is lovingly survived by her devoted sister, Cheryl Denise Burns of Bogalusa, sisters, Rita Weary of New Orleans, and Carolyn Chubbs of Long Beach California, and her special brother, Sean Lemar Smith of Bogalusa, she is also survived by brothers George Kenneth Burns of Cape Coral, Florida, and Ralph Burns of Bogalusa.

A proud grandmother of ten, Shirley's grandchildren, Kenneth Burns, Laschandra Burns, Kentrell Burns Sr, Asley Burns, Keionna Burns, Tiffany Burns, Tedesia Burns, Shunice Sherdian, Darriyona Whittine, and Kameron Burns brought immeasurable joy to her heart. She was blessed with fifteen great-grandchildren who will carry forward her enduring love and spirit.

Shirley's warmth and generosity extended beyond her immediate family. She is also survived by a host of aunts, uncles, cousins, relatives, and dear friends whose lives were profoundly touched by her kindness. She was known for her gentle strength, her unwavering faith, and her abundant love for those around her. To know her is to know she spent her Wednesdays devoted to the Prayer Band.

Shirley's presence will be deeply missed, yet her spirit will live on in the hearts and memories of all who were privileged to know and love her.

10/22/2025

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10/20/2025

🌹 Happy Heavenly Birthday to the Legend, Moses L. Richmond 🌹

Today I honor my grandfather, the incomparable Mr. Moses L. Richmond — a man whose strength, faith, and love built a legacy that continues to bless our family and our community. His life was a living example of dedication, dignity, and devotion.

Though he now rests in heaven, his spirit continues to guide me every day. The lessons he taught and the love he gave will never fade. 💛

🕊️ Forever cherished. Forever missed. Forever Richmond.

Visit us at Cook Richmond Funeral Home to learn more about our family’s legacy of care.

10/11/2025

Funeral Service for Mrs. Jashon T. Johnson-Ezell

10/09/2025

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Jashon Trene Johnson-Ezell, beloved daughter, wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend, peacefully departed this life on September 30, 2025, at the age of 49. She was born and raised in Bogalusa, Louisiana, on November 10, 1975, to Freddie Straughter( Calvin Straughter) and the late Charles Ray Johnson.

Jashon was a woman of strength, compassion, and grace. She was known for her warm heart, beautiful smile, and the way she could light up any room she entered. Her love for family and friends was the center of her world, and she was always ready to lend a helping hand or a comforting word.

She was united in marriage to Levern Ezell, and together they shared a bond built on love and devotion.

A proud graduate of Bogalusa High School, Class of 1995, Jashon carried her school spirit and friendships with her throughout her life.

She leaves to cherish her precious memory of her three loving daughters: Jaderrica Johnson, Jacynthia Bickham, and Jaisis Bickham; and treasured grandchildren: Nashira Winston, Nicholas Winston, Aariyah Lowe, and Josiah Johnson, who brought her endless joy and laughter.

Jashon is also survived by her devoted sisters; Tameca Johnson and Khamika Sowell; her adored nieces; Clariona Foxworth, Arnasiyah Fortenberry, and Markayla Mark; her nephews: Kendaven, Keniyrien, Kenmorie Pigott,her dear friends: Nikki May (step sister), Jemeka Roberts Johnson, Katrina Berry, and Nicole Magee; and her loving aunts and uncles: Annie Sanders, Kenneth Sanders, Otis (Penni) Sanders, Charlie Ray Warren, Rose Adams, Diana Bell, and Barbara Felice; along with a host of extended family members and friends who will deeoly miss her.

She was preceded in death by her father, Charles Ray Johnson, and sister, Andreia Nelson; grandparents, Walter (Dollie) Sanders and Joe(Oral Lee) Johnson.

Jashon's memory will live forever in the hearts of those who knew and loved her. Her strength, laughter, and love will continue to shine through her children, grandchildren, and everyone whose lives she touched.

09/30/2025

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09/29/2025

Celebrating the Life Mrs. Susan (Suebaby) Haynes🕊️🕊️🕊️🕊️

09/29/2025

Celebrating the Life Mrs. Susan (Suebaby) Haynes🕊️🕊️🕊️🕊️

09/29/2025