Southern-Edmonds Funeral Home

02/22/2026

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02/17/2026

God saw she was tired, and said come with me. Vickie (Thomas) Morris ascended to her Heavenly home when she heard his voice call. We send our condolences and prayers to her family at this time. May God's grace provide comfort beyond all understanding. Psalm 147:3 "He heals the brokenhearted and binds up their wounds."

Vickie Thomas Morris, age 70, passed away peacefully in West Monroe on Friday, February 13, 2026. A devoted mother and grandmother, Vickie found her greatest joy in caring for her family and filling her home with warmth and love. She had a special talent for cooking and sewing, often sharing

02/10/2026

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02/10/2026

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Freddy Wayne Cook. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers. May the memories you've made provide comfort to your family in the days to come. Psalm 34:18 "The LORD is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit."

Freddy Wayne Cook passed away in Ruston, Louisiana on Sunday, February 8, 2026, at the age of 85. A lifelong outdoorsman, Freddy found his greatest joy in the simple pleasures of country living. He took pride in tending his vegetable garden and could often be found casting a line in

02/06/2026

02/04/2026

With a heavy heart we announce the home-going of Kristin (Delaughter) Bell. Family, we send our deepest condolences and will keep you all in our prayers in the days to come. May God's grace provide peace beyond all understanding as you celebrate the beautiful life she has led and remember the precious memories you share. Lamentations 3:32 "Though he brings grief, he will show compassion, so great is his unfailing love."

Kristin Nicole DeLaughter Bell, age 35, passed away on January 31, 2026, at her residence in Quitman. Kristin had a deep love for the outdoors and found joy in field trials, hunting, and fishing. She was an animal lover at heart, especially devoted to her chicken, Chick-Chick, and her dog,

01/29/2026

Heaven's gates opened wide on Monday, January 26, 2026 when Jesus welcomed Jerry Wayne Ayres into his Kingdom. We send our sweetest condolences to his family and friends. You'll be in our thoughts and prayers as you celebrate his life and the precious memories you hold dear in the days to come. Psalm 23:4 "Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for you are with me; your rod and your staff, they comfort me."

Jerry Wayne Ayres, age 82, of Jonesboro, Louisiana, passed away on Monday, January 26, 2026. A hardworking and kind-hearted man, Jerry spent much of his life enjoying the simple pleasures that brought him peace. He especially loved his loyal dogs, Susie and Fido, and could often be found outdoors te...

01/26/2026

Heaven welcomed Vanita Jewel (Fullerton) Gaines home January 22, 2026. We send our sweetest condolences to her family as we keep them in our thoughts and prayers. May her precious memory bring your family comfort in the days to come. John 3:16 "For God so loved the world, that he gave his only Son, that whoever believes in him should not perish but have eternal life."

Vanita Jewel Fullerton Gaines, age 79 of Quitman, was called to her Heavenly home on Thursday, January 22, 2026. Vanita was born in Jonesboro, Louisiana on Monday, February 4, 1946 to the blessed union on C.B. and Ruby Pierce Fullerton. Vanita took pleasure in working with children and drove a

01/22/2026

We send our condolences to the family of Alfred "Al" Marquez. May God comfort and strengthen your family as you celebrate his life and legacy. We will keep you in our thoughts and prayers. Psalm 73:26 "My health may fail, and my spirit may grow weak, but God remains the strength of my heart; he is mine forever."

Mr. Alfred Clyde Al Marquez of Saline passed away peacefully on Monday, January 19, 2026, at Northern Louisiana Medical Center in Ruston, at the age of 74. Al was an outgoing, funny, and genuinely likable man whose warmth and sense of humor touched everyone he met. A devoted sports fan,