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03/17/2026

Antonio Rubio Vargas

La misa por Antonio Rubio Vargas se celebrará el miércoles 18 de marzo de 2026 a las 2:00 p. m. en la Iglesia de la Misión Nuestra Señora de Guadalupe, oficiada por el Padre Marc Anthony Noel. El sepelio tendrá lugar en el Cementerio Butter. Los servicios funerarios están a cargo de la Funeraria White Oaks, en Oakdale, Luisiana.

Antonio, de 76 años y residente de Forest Hill, falleció en su domicilio rodeado de su amada familia el domingo 15 de marzo de 2026. Nació el 17 de enero de 1950 en San Miguel de Allende, hijo de Luis Rubio Santana e Isabel Vargas Patino.

Antonio era un católico devoto y practicante que frecuentemente hablaba de cómo su fe guiaba su servicio público a Dios. Como capataz en un vivero de gran volumen, supervisaba directamente el cultivo de plantas a gran escala. Era una persona respetada no solo por su familia, sino también por toda su comunidad.

Le precedió en la muerte su madre.

Lo sobreviven su esposa, Gloria Hernández, con quien compartió 58 años de matrimonio; su padre, Luis Rubio Santana, junto con sus hijos y sus cónyuges: Juana y Antonio, Aurora y Rojelio, Isabel y Delfino, Marisol y Luis, Jessica y Rubén, Antonio y María, y José y Adriana; sus nietos: José Luis, Andrea, Javier, Ramiro, Marisol, Miguel Ángel, Marco Antonio, Andrés, Jorge, Nathalia, Carla, Mateo, Isaac, Noah, Julián, Elizabeth, Emili y Liam; y sus dos bisnietos: Janette y Diego, además de un gran número de familiares y amigos.

Serán sus portadores del féretro su hijo, Antonio, y sus yernos, Rojelio, Delfino, Rubén, Antonio y Luis.

El velatorio comenzará el martes 17 de marzo de 2026 en la Capilla Memorial White Oaks en Oakdale, de 18:00 a 02:00, y el miércoles, de 10:00 hasta la hora de salida de la capilla, con la misa comenzando en la iglesia a las 14:00.

03/17/2026

Antonio Rubio Vargas

A mass for Antonio Rubio Vargas will be held at 2:00 PM on Wednesday, March 18, 2026, in the “Our Lady of Guadalupe Mission Church” with Father Marc Anthony Noel officiating. Interment services will follow in the Butter Cemetery. Services are professionally directed under the guidance of White Oaks Funeral Home, Oakdale, LA.

Antonio, 76 years of age, and a resident of Forest Hill, passed away in his residence surrounded by his loving family on Sunday, March 15, 2026. He was born on January 17, 1950, in San Miguel Allende GTO, to the union of Luis Rubio Santana & Isabel Vargas Patino.

Antonio was a devoted & practicing catholic who frequently discussed how his faith guided his public service to God. As a foreman in a high-volume nursery, he was in direct site and cultivation of plant stock on a large scale. He was someone who was not only respected by his family, but he was also widely respected by his community.

He is proceeded in death by his mother.

Those left behind to cherish his memories are his wife of 58 years of marriage, Gloria Hernandez; his father, Luis Rubio Santana along with his children & spouses, Juana y Antonio, Ma Aurora y Rojelio, Isabel y Delfino, Marisol y Luis, Jessica y Ruben, Antonio y Maria, and Jose y Adriana; grandchildren, Jose Luis, Andrea, Javier, Ramiro, Marisol, Miquel Angel, Marco Antonio, Andres, Jorge, Nathalia, Carla, Mateo, Isaac, Noah, Julian, Elizabeth, Emili, and Liam; and two great grandchildren, Janette, and Diego, along with a host of extended family & friends.

Pallbearers honored to serve will be his son, Antonio, Rogelio, Delfino, Ruben, Antonio, and Luis.

Visitation will begin on Tuesday, March 17, 2026, in the White Oaks Memorial Chapel in Oakdale from 6 PM until 2 AM and Wednesday, from 10 AM until time of departure from the chapel with mass beginning in the church at 2 PM.

03/04/2026

Jean Reginald Winegeart

Jean Regnald Winegeart passed away peacefully in Alexandria, LA on March 1, 2026, with his family by his side. He was 96 years old.

Jean was born on March 28, 1929, in Glenmora, LA to Johnnie & Leta Earle Winegeart. He graduated from Glenmora High School in 1946. He immediately enlisted in the United States Navy and served until 1949. In 1950, he married Verna Lee Rhame and together they raised six children. He retired from Eastern Airlines after 33 years.

Jean was a devoted member of Glenmora Baptist Church serving as deacon for many years. He dedicated his life to meeting the needs of others by sharing his faith, praying fervently, and consistently showing love, kindness and humility. He was also a member of the I am Able Ministry, traveling to several states and abroad to share the message of Jesus Christ.

Jean is preceded in death by his wife of 47 years, Verna Rhame Winegeart, two sons, Reginald Winegeart and Mark Winegeart, his brothers, Johnnie Winegeart, and Claude Winegeart, his sister, Idabel Hartman and dear friend, Theresa Francis.

Those left to cherish his memory are his son, Steve Winegeart (Andra), daughters, Sharon Miller (Rodney), Francine Shelfo (James) and Lori Wilson (Charles) and sister, Christine Basham. He is survived by nine grandchildren, and seven great-grandchildren.

Pallbearers honored to serve be his grandsons.

Graveside services for Jean Reginald Winegeart will be held at 1:00 p.m., Wednesday, March 4, 2026, at Pine Ridge Cemetery with Reverend Neil Treme officiating. Services are under the direction of White Oaks Funeral Home, Oakdale.

“Bless the LORD, O my soul; and all that is within me, bless his holy name”. Psalm 103.1

02/28/2026

Shirley Faye Smith

Homegoing Celebration for Shirley Faye Smith will be held at 1:00 p.m., Saturday, February 28, 2026, at the Greater Hayes AME Church, Oakdale, Louisiana with Reverend Delphine Sumbler and Reverend Fredrick Crayton officiating. Interment will follow in Canada Memorial Gardens, Elizabeth, Louisiana, under the direction of White Oks Funeral Home, Oakdale, Louisiana.

Visitation will be held from 9:00 a.m. until the time of service at 1:00 p.m. at Greater Hayes AME Church.

Shirley Faye Smith was born on May 25, 1939, to the union of Samuel and Ethel White, Sr. of Elizabeth, Louisiana. She was the oldest daughter of eight siblings.

Shirley accepted Christ at a young age and remained a faithful devoted Christian her entire life, she served at multiple AME churches in the surrounding areas.

Shirley spent 30+years working in the housing department at Fort Polk Army Base. She also served on the City Council for the Town of Elizabeth for 16 years as the very first black female making history.

In 1959 she met the love of her life and longtime companion Berry Smith, the two were married on November 21, 1964. Raising five children together; Barbara, Phyllis, Loretta, Jackie, and Charles.
Shirley loved fishing, going to the casino, playing cards, and spending time with her family.

She was the foundation upon which her family was built a woman whose love was fierce, whose wisdom steady, and whose presence made every space feel like home. Through every season of life, she stood strong nurturing, protecting, and uplifting those around her.

She was not only a mother, grandmother, great grandmother, and great great grandmother, but also a mentor, a confidant, and a source of comfort for all who knew her.

Her hands built more than a home; they built memories, traditions, and a family bound together by love. Whether through her warm embraces, her thoughtful words, or the countless sacrifices she made, she showed her family what it truly meant to love unconditionally.

Shirley departed life on Thursday, February 19, 2026. She was proceeded in death by her mother and father, three brothers, three sisters, and her daughter Jackie Smith.

She leaves to cherish her memories, her sister Pamela Ekwere, eleven grandchildren, twenty-two great grandchildren, sixteen great great grandchildren, one god daughter, many nieces, and nephews, and a host of other relatives and friends.

To her children, she was everything, a teacher, a protector, and their greatest supporter. To her grandchildren, she was a source of endless love and wisdom, leaving them with stories, lessons, and a legacy they will carry forever. To all who knew her, she was a blessing someone who made life richer simply by being a part of it.

Though our hearts are heavy in her absence, we find comfort in knowing that her love did not end it lives on in every lesson she taught, every tradition she created, and every life she touched. Her spirit will forever be felt in the laughter of her family, the strength of her children, and the love that continues to bind them together.

She was deeply loved, and she will be profoundly missed. Yet her legacy is eternal rooted in love, carried in our hearts, and reflected in the generations she helped shape.

We honor her life not only in sorrow, but in the way we continue to love, to stand strong, and to care for one another just as she did.

Pallbearer honored to serve are Sammy White, Albert Parks II, Isaac Rhines, Ike Rhines, Richard Williams, and Michael White.

Honorary pallbearers to serve are Charles Smith, Derrix Norman, Terry Kirven, Clarence Rodriquez, Sr., John Gray, Warren Logan, and Kenneth Jones.

02/27/2026

Roger Dale Johnson

Graveside services for Roger Dale Johnson will be held at 2:00 p.m., Sunday, February 29, 2026, at Gravel Hill Cemetery with Reverend Johnny Elliott and Reverend Chad Estes officiating. Services are under the direction of White Oaks Funeral Home, Oakdale.

Roger, 73, of Pitkin, entered eternal rest on Wednesday, February 25, 2026, in the Westwood Manor Nursing Home in DeRidder. He was born on September 25, 1952, in Cravens, Louisiana to the union of Charlie “Boss” Johnson & Dovie Ware Johnson. Roger was a 12th grade graduate of Pitkin High School, and a veteran of the United States Army.

He is preceded in death by his parents, wife, Renee Johnson; one sister, Thelma McKee; four brothers, Joe Johnson, Troy Johnson, Milford Johnson, and Milton “Hawk” Johnson.

Those left behind to cherish his memory are his daughter, Shannon Johnson, four brothers, Herman Johnson & wife, Lily of Livingston, Texas; Rudolph Johnson & wife, Cathie of DeRidder; Larry Johnson of Silsbee, Texas, and Alan Johnson of Sherman, Texas, along with a host of nieces, nephews, family, and friends.

The family would like to give a special thanks to the Westwood Manor Nursing Home for the professional and kind care given to Roger.

02/25/2026

Barney Vernon Laird

Funeral services for Barney Vernon Laird will be held at 11:00 a.m., Thursday, February 26, 2026, at Union Hill Baptist Church with Reverend Bruce Austin and Reverend Neil Guidry officiating. Interment will follow at Occupy No 1 Cemetery under the direction of White Oaks Funeral Home, Oakdale.

Visitation will be held at 5:00 p.m., Wednesday, February 25, 2026 at Union Hill Baptist Church.

Barney, 59, of Pitkin, entered eternal rest Monday, February 23, 2026, surrounded by his loving family. He was born April 22, 1966, in Oakdale, Louisiana to the union of Barney Laird and Ruby Laird. Barney loved to go fishing and work in his garden. He loved his Church family at Union Hill Baptist Church.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Barney Laird and Ruby Strother Laird; and one nephew, Kord Harrelson.

Those left behind to cherish his memory; wife of 10 years, Joann Young Laird of Pitkin; son, Edward Dwayne Laird and unborn children of Pitkin; sister, Tammie Laird of Mora; brother, Floyd Laird of Oakdale; three grandchildren, Kay Lianna Mayo, Christopher Mayo, and Michael Laird; best friends, Neil Guidry and Yolanda Teal; along with a host of nieces, nephews, family, and friends.

Pallbearers honored to serve will be Kenny Rister, Kevin Rister, Edward Laird, and Jerry Johnson.

The family would like to give a special thanks to Toni Emmons at Compassionate Hospice Care

02/20/2026

Funeral service for Mary Ann White Turner will be held at 4:00 PM on Friday, February 20, 2026, at the Turner Church with Reverends Andrew Johnson and Hardy Estes officiating. Services are professionally directed under the guidance of White Oaks Funeral Home, Oakdale, LA.

Mary Ann, 79 years of age, resident of Grant, passed away in her residence surrounded by her loving family on Wednesday, February 18, 2026. She was born on April 1, 1946, in Alexandria, Louisiana, to the union of Robert Fairchild White & Garnet Hinson White.

Mary Ann was a devoted Christian, active pianist, and engaged church member. This required a blending of deep, personal faith with Christ, while providing a practical, and artistic role in her church and community. As a church pianist, she often acted as a bridge between the congregation and the liturgy, using her musical talent and ability to facilitate worship, comfort the grieving, and celebrating joyful moments. Mary Ann was a dedicated caregiver and provided exceptional compassion to all those she loved with her Christ given servant’s heart. She served on the Turner Cemetery Association for over 50 years. Not only was Mary Ann instrumental in running the family business as secretary and bookkeeper of family business Coy Turner Logging, but also, she was a loving and proud homemaker. She was also a graduate of Bolton High School and attended two years of business school providing her with a wealth of knowledge and ability to handle and direct the personal family-run business.

She is proceeded in death by her mother & father, her loving husband, Coy Spencer Turner, and her sister Linda White Nugent.

Those left behind to cherish her memories are her daughter, Trudi Turner Thiels of Fairview Community; granddaughter, Madeline Thiels; niece, Mary Belgard; ex-nephew-in-law, Carl Belgard; two great nephews, David Belgard and Layton Belgard; two great nieces, Kaitlyn Maricle, and Lindsey Belgard. Lifetime special family friend, Judy Dowies Langley and her family, along with a host of extended family & friends.

The family would like to extend a special thanks to Brighton Bridge Hospice and Brooke Darbonne.
Visitation will be on Thursday, February 19, 2026, at the Turner Church from 6 PM until 10 PM and Friday, from 9 AM until time of service in the church at 4 PM.

02/13/2026

Richard Lee Taylor

Funeral services for Richard Lee Taylor will be held at 11:00 a.m.., Saturday, February 14, 2026, at Pisgah Baptist Church with Reverend Ronnie Parks officiating. Interment will follow in Paul Cemetery under the direction of White Oaks Funeral Home, Oakdale.

Visitation will be held from 9:00 a.m., Saturday, February 14, 2026, until the time of service at 11:00, in the church.

Richard, 87, of Forest Hill, entered eternal rest on February 11, 2026, surrounded by his loving family. Richard was born in Lecompte, La, February 5, 1939, to the union of Harvey Taylor and Lenora Taylor.
We are grateful for the life of Lee Taylor, aka. Brother Lee, Papa Lee, God’s faithful servant, whom His Heavenly Father has now called home. Lee’s every trial, every burden, was a quiet sacrifice. Lee got his strength to stand, from the LORD, his God. Through pain, Lee always had a smile on his face, so that others might see God’s Light reflected through him. Lee encouraged the weary, visited the sick, rejoiced with the healed, married, new births, and especially each Eternal Salvation.

Lee preached The Words of Truth, and walked the gentle kindness of Jesus Christ, and he offered without expectation. Lee lived a humble, faithful life in service to Jesus Christ, his family, friends, congregation, and community. Lee walked through many valleys yet never lost trust in his savior. When others were weak, Lee lifted them up, when others were discouraged, Lee pointed them toward hope. May Lee’s life be remembered by his radiant smile, hearty “Hello!”; and as a testimony of strong faith, perseverance, and the exceeding joyful love of Jesus Christ.

Now, gracious God, we thank You for Lee’s eternal rest. Let Lee hear the words, “Well done, good and faithful servant.” May Lee know peace beyond all suffering and joy in Your presence “forever”! (Psalm 23) Comfort those who mourn today. Wrap their hearts in Your Peace, remind them that death is not the end, but the doorway to everlasting life in You. LORD, we entrust Lee into Your loving arms, confident that his race is finished. Lee’s faith is fulfilled, and his reward is secure. In Jesus Holy name we pray, Amen.

He is preceded in death by his mother and father, Harvey Taylor and Lenora Taylor; and his brother-in-law, Don Brown, Sr.

Those left behind to cherish his memory; wife of 60 years, Brenda Gail Ross Taylor, of Forest Hill, La; three sons, Richard (Melissa) of Forest Hill, La, David (Paula) of Alabama, and John (Merrie) of Wisconsin; one brother, David (Martha) of Texas; two sisters, Elizabeth Chamberlain (O.D.) of Forest Hill, La, and Fronie Brown of Shreveport; nine grandchildren, Justin (Emily), Megan, Katie (Nathan), Madison, Ashton, Avery, Noah, Cassidy, and Natalie; great grandchildren, Parker and Landrie.

Pallbearers honored to serve are Richard Taylor, David Taylor, John Taylor, Justin Taylor, Noah, Taylor, and Wayne Taylor. Honorary pallbearers to serve are June Lee, Frank Pittman, Daniel Shepherd, Ralph Taylor.

02/07/2026

A life so beautifully lived deserves to be remembered. Geraldine Clemons Johnson, 75, of Beaumont, Texas, departed this life on Friday, January 30, 2026.

Funeral service will be held at 11:00 AM on Saturday, February 7, 2026, at Starlight Baptist Church in Oakdale, Louisiana.

A visitation will be held from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM Saturday at the church.

Geraldine’s love and memories will remain in the hearts of her husband, Johnny Johnson; daughter, Maxine Scott; adopted daughter, Shaniah Clemons; sisters, Emma Wade and Hilda Scott; granddaughters, Ranesha Johnson and Rayona Johnson; six great grandchildren; and a host of other relatives and friends.

01/30/2026

Funeral service for Isaac Harris will be held at 11:00 AM on Saturday, January 31, 2026, at the White Oaks Funeral Home Chapel with Reverend Jeffery B. Trottie, Sr. officiating. Services are professionally under the direction of White Oaks Funeral Home, Oakdale, LA.

Isaac Harris, 44 years of age, resident of Oakdale, passed away in Alexandria on Friday, January 23, 2026. He was born on July 17, 1981, in Ville Platte, Louisiana, to Harry Fontenot, & Delores Harris.

He found joy in life’s simple pleasures such as watching football & basketball, but he was truly passionate about his music.

He is proceeded in death by his mother & father.

Those left behind to cherish his memories are his four children, two sons, Isaiah Harris of Texas, & Isavior Harris of Texas; two daughters, Marshareeka Harris of Texas, & Marceeka Harris of Texas and three sisters, Chantel Poullard of Oakdale, Sylvia Jack of Oakdale and Angela Harris of Alexandria; and two brothers, Salvin James Poullard & wife, Fay of Oakdale, and Alvin Harris of Oakdale.

Visitation will be on Saturday, January 31, 2026, at the White Oaks Memorial Chapel in Oakdale from 9:00 AM until time of service in the chapel at 11:00 AM.

01/30/2026

Funeral service for Mary Lucille Jones will be held at 1:00 PM on Friday, January 30, 2026, at the White Oaks Funeral Home Chapel with Reverend Vijaya Peddoju officiating. Interment will follow in the St John the Baptist Catholic Cemetery in Cloutierville, LA. Services are professionally under the direction of White Oaks Funeral Home, Oakdale, LA.

Mary, 89 years of age, resident of Oakdale, passed away in the Allen Oaks Nursing Home on Saturday, January 24, 2026. Mary was born on June 4, 1936, in Alexandria, Louisiana.

She found joy in simple pleasures such as gardening, cultivating beautiful flowers, trying her luck at the casino, and relaxing with her favorite shows on television.

She is proceeded in death by her mother & father, and husband, Ira “Smoky” Jones; one nephew, Robert Jones, and niece, Janette Jones.

Those left behind to cherish her memories are her loving brother, Kenneth Darbonne of Texas, nieces, Marshel Jones of Dover, AR, Malinda Ann Jones of Whitesburg, AL, Beth Jones of Whitesburg, AL, and Ronda Palmer of Jackson, MO; and nephews, Bill Jones of Jackson, MO, and Don Jones of Cape Girardeau, MO. (caregiver & adopted daughter, Sherry Warton of Oakdale; two adopted sisters, Edna Mae Hodge & Hope; and adopted grandson, Charles Warton).

The family would like to extend a special thank you to Allen Oaks Nursing Home, along with Susan & Allison and all other nurses.

Visitation will be on Thursday, January 29, 2026, at the White Oaks Memorial Chapel in Oakdale from 3:00 PM until 9:00 PM, and Friday, January 30, 2026, from 9:00 AM until time of service at 1:00 PM.

01/24/2026

Prentis West

Graveside service for Prentis West will be held at 2:30 p.m., Saturday, January 24, 2026, at Blue Branch Cemetery, Pitkin, LA. Interment will follow under the direction of White Oaks Funeral Home, Oakdale, LA.

Prentis, 91, of Pitkin, entered eternal rest on Friday, January 23, 2026. He was born July 28, 1934, in Pitkin, LA, to the union of Shad West and Macie Maricle West.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Shad West and Macie Maricle West; and his wife, Yvonne McCollough West.

Prentis is survived by his sisters, Thelma Glover of South Carolina and Rodesa West of South Carolina.

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