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Barbara Ruth McMillanFuneral services for Barbara Ruth McMillan will be held at 11:00 a.m., Thursday, November 6, 2025, ...
11/04/2025

Barbara Ruth McMillan

Funeral services for Barbara Ruth McMillan will be held at 11:00 a.m., Thursday, November 6, 2025, in the White Oaks Memorial Chapel, Oakdale, LA, with Reverend Greg Willis officiating. Internment will follow in Alexandria Memorial Gardens, Woodworth, LA. Services are professionally directed by White Oaks Funeral Home, Oakdale.

Visitation will be held from 9:00 a.m. until the time of service at 11:00 a.m., in the chapel.

Barbara, 80, of Woodworth, entered eternal rest on Sunday, November 2, 2025, at the Lexington House of Alexandria. She was born on August 27, 1945, in McCombe, MS, to the union of Freddie Carraway and Oleta Westbrook Carraway. Barbara loved crocheting, sewing, quilting, cooking, and especially loved her four-legged canine, “Baby Susie”.

She is preceded in death by her parents, Freddie and Oleta Carraway; husband, Charles Ray McMillan; brother, Freddy Doyle; and son, Pete McMillan.

Those left behind to cherish her memory are her two sons, Shelley McMillan & wife Lauretta of Glenmora, and David McMillan & wife Grace of Glenmora; one daughter, Melissa McMillan & companion Kelly Patterson of Forest Hill; two brother, Lawrence Lee Carraway and Kenneth Wayne Carraway & wife Linda all from Plaquemine; five grandchildren, Beau McMillan, Sydney Scarbrough & Bobby , Heather Clark & Dustin, Seth Luttrell & Kate, and Dustin McMillan & Jayden; great grandchildren, Luke Goodwin, Carson Scarbrough, Ryder Clark, Camilla Scarbrough, Chapel Scarbrough, Andrew Luttrell, Danity Clark, Camron Scarbrough, Oaklynn McMillan, Dustie Clark, and one on the way, Baby McMillan; along with a host of family & friends.

Pallbearers honored to serve will be Bobby Scarbrough, Camron Scarbrough, Dustin McMillan, Neiko Bradford, Daylien Cloessner, and Carson Scarbrough. Honorary pallbearers to serve will be Dustin Clark, Tyler Stokes, Devinn Crager, and Luke Goodwin.

The family would like to give a special thanks to the Lexington House of Alexandria, Guardian Hospice, and her special caretakers Mary Reed and April Douzart.

Barbara “Renee” AshworthFuneral services for Barbara “Renee” Ashworth will be held at 2:00 p.m., on Wednesday, November ...
11/04/2025

Barbara “Renee” Ashworth

Funeral services for Barbara “Renee” Ashworth will be held at 2:00 p.m., on Wednesday, November 5, 2025, in the White Oaks Memorial Chapel with Reverends Doug Doyle, Jonathan Crist, and Ronnie Temple officiating. Interment will follow in the Oak Hill Cemetery. Services are professionally directed by White Oaks Funeral Home, Oakdale.

Renee, 69, of Oakdale, entered eternal rest on Saturday, November 1, 2025, in her residence surrounded by her loved ones. She was born on October 16, 1956, in Winnfield, Louisiana to the union of Woodrow Tate & Etha Belle Lejeune.

Renee loved spending time with her great grandchildren; watching her favorite tv programs, such as Criminal Minds, Chicago Fire and 911, along with a few favorite others. She loved to cook for her family and serve them her “Famous Chili”. Renee loved gardening until her health started to decline in her later years.

She is preceded in death by her parents, husband, Gene Ashworth; son, Brandon Ashworth; two brothers, Ronald Tate & Steve Tate, and daughter-in-law, Sheila Ashworth.

She is survived by her three daughters Terra Ashworth of Oakdale; Denette Williamson & husband, John of Tioga; and Jessica Ashworth & husband, Earl Holmes of Oakdale; two sons, Kenneth Ashworth and Matthew Ashworth both of Oakdale; one sister, Martha Foster & husband, Steve of Elizabeth; two brothers, Mike Tate & wife, Carolyn of Oakdale, and Terry Tate & wife, Rene of Minden; seven grandchildren, Ethan, Kerstin, Terrance, Breana, Nicolas, Logan, and Chelsie; and five great grandchildren, Kasen, Laura, Ayla, No’lan and Talia.

Pallbearers honored to serve will be Ethan Ashworth, Terrance Holmes, Logan Williamson, Chad St’Andre, Mike Clemmons, and Andy Welch. Honorary pallbearers will be John Williamson, Earl Holmes, and Kasen Ashworth.

Visitation will begin on Tuesday, November 4, 2025, from 6 PM until time of service on Wednesday in the chapel at 2 PM.

Dewitt “James” Roberts, Jr.Funeral services for Dewitt “James” Roberts, Jr., will be held at 11:00 a.m., Monday, October...
10/25/2025

Dewitt “James” Roberts, Jr.

Funeral services for Dewitt “James” Roberts, Jr., will be held at 11:00 a.m., Monday, October 27, 2025, at Pisgah Baptist Church, Forest Hill, LA, with Reverend George Johnson officiating. Interment will follow in the Roberts Cemetery, Fish Hatchery rd., Forest Hill, LA. Arrangements professionally directed by White Oaks Funeral Home, Oakdale, LA.

Visitation will be held on Monday, October 27, 2025, from 9:00 a.m. until the time of service at 11:00 a.m., at Pisgah Baptist Church, Forest Hill, LA.

Dewitt, 84, of Lecompte, entered eternal rest Wednesday, October 22, 2025, at CHRISTUS St. Frances Hospital, Alexandria, LA. He was born on Monday, February 3, 1941, in Lecompte, LA, to the union of Dewitt James Roberts, Sr. and Dorothy Roberts.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Dewitt James Roberts, Sr. and Dorothy Sanders Roberts; his wife of 20 years, Helen Patterson Roberts; his son, Dwayne Roberts.

Those left behind to cherish his memory are his granddaughters, Terra Allen. , Shane Allen, Chanley Patterson Von Tress, and Kira S.; caretakers, Daphne and Troy Martin of Forest Hill, LA; along with a host of family and friends.

Pallbearers honored to serve are Johnny BeeBe, Brian BeeBe, Randall BeeBe, Dayton BeeBe, Eugene Paul, and Johnny Strange.

Ronald Dale Johnson   A Celebration of Life for Ronald Dale Johnson will be held at 1:00 p.m.,  Saturday, October 25, 20...
10/24/2025

Ronald Dale Johnson

A Celebration of Life for Ronald Dale Johnson will be held at 1:00 p.m., Saturday, October 25, 2025, at St. Peter Missionary Baptist Church, Oakdale, LA, with Reverend Gregory Craig officiating. Interment will follow at Oakdale Community Cemetery. Arrangements professionally directed by White oaks Funeral Home, Oakdale, LA.

Visitation will be held from 9:00 a.m. until the time of service at 1:00 p.m., at St. Peter Missionary Baptist Church, Oakdale, LA.

Ronald Dale Johnson was born to the late L.B. Johnson and Edith Seastrunk Johnson in Jasper, Tx on April 23, 1958. He departed this life surrounded by his loved ones on October 17, 2025, at his residence in Oakdale, Louisiana.

Ronald attended Jasper High School in Jasper, Texas. In his early years, he was employed with the Louisiana Pacific Railroad. He went on to be part of constructing Coushatta Casino and later in life he became self-mechanic and all-around handy man. “Shorty” enjoyed fishing, preparing tasteful cuisine for his large family, dancing and being the life of the party at family gatherings. To Know “Shorty” was to know he was a firecracker on the outside but a loving family man at his core who would show up for anyone at any time; a true man’s man who cherished family and friends.

Ronald is preceded in death by his siters, Patricia, Regina, Vivian, Juanita, Cheryl, Janice, and Faboree; brothers, L.B. Jr., and Esquirio.

Those left behind to cherish his memory are his wife of 30 years, Linda Johnson of Oakdale, LA; children, Shemika Johnson of jasper, TX and Kadisha Adams of Houston, TX; bonus children, Leon Jr., Nikiea, and Melissa Posey all of Oakdale, LA; grandchildren, Javonne and Tashun Brown, Lashandrea Armstrong, Malachi, Deonte and Devonte Adams; bonus grandchildren, Setorie, Leon 3rd, Lia, Sanaa, Leon 4th, Leon 5th and Kobe; great grandchildren, Kalian, Tadreuan, and Ka’Drian Seastrunk; sisters, Electa Hennington, Judy Johnson, Bridgette Johnson, Mary Ann Turner, Glenda K Young jones, and Yvonne Young; brothers, Willie Johnson, Benjamin Johnson, Thomas Johnson, Carlton Johnson, Daniel Young Jr.; two close friends, John D. Roberts and Roy Melbert Sr., and a host of nieces and nephews whom he loved with all his heart and in return loved and respected him with all their heart.

Pallbearers honored to serve are John Johnson, Larry Brunson, Leon Posey Jr., Leonard Robinson, Nathan Johnson, and Remrick Johnson. Honorary pallbearers to serve are Willie Johnson, Benjamin Johnson, Thomas Johnson, Carlton Johnson, Craig Benson, Jimmy Prescott, and Alvin Bennett.

The family of “Shorty” extends heartfelt gratitude for your love, support, and kindness during this time. Special thanks to Dr. Cade Burns and Allegiance Hospice. Thank you all for honoring Ronald’s memory with us.

10/24/2025

Bolton Conley Johnson

Graveside service for Bolton Conley Johnson will be held at 10:00 a.m., on Friday, October 24, 2025, at Oak Hill Cemetery. Arrangements professionally directed by White Oaks Funeral Home, Oakdale.

Bolton, 91, of Oakdale, entered eternal life on Wednesday, October 22, 2025, in Oakdale. He was born on April 10, 1934, in Oakdale, to Nelson Johnson, Sr. and Loretha Johnson.

Bolton enjoyed word search puzzles. He loved the early days of country music and his coffee breaks daily. Prior to his health declining he worked at the papermill and pipelining. Bolton was a Veteran of the U.S. Army and a Christian by faith.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Nelson and Loretha Johnson; siblings, George Johnson “Nick”, Marclene Giles, Nelson Johnson, Jr., Leon Johnson, Jr., and Rita Kaye McGee.

Those left behind to cherish his memory are his sister, Pat Morris of Baton Rouge; children, Wallace Johnson & Brenda of Westlake, Norman Johnson & Lisa of Melder, Becky Johnson of Crestview, FL, and Susan Washington, Crestview, FL; along with a host of family and friends.

Funeral Services Bryan Keith "Wolf"  WardFuneral service for Bryan Keith Ward will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Sunday, Octob...
10/17/2025

Funeral Services Bryan Keith "Wolf" Ward

Funeral service for Bryan Keith Ward will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Sunday, October 19, 2025, in the White Oaks Memorial Chapel with Reverend Mike Evans officiating. Interment will follow in the Butter Cemetery. Arrangements professionally directed by White Oaks Funeral Home, Oakdale.

Visitation will begin at 9:00 a.m. until time of service at 2:00 p.m. in the chapel.

Bryan, 75, of Forest Hill, entered into eternal life on October 16, 2025 in Opelousas. He was born on April 5, 1950, in Alexandria, LA to Bonnie Mallett Johnson.

Bryan worked in construction for numerous years. He honorably served his country as a Vietnam War Veteran in the U. S. Marine Corps. His passion for antique trucks, mirrored his appreciation for craftsmanship, history, and the simple pleasures of life. He loved his trucks and all the joy they brought him on every open road, but most of all he loved and cherished his family and friends.

He is preceded in death by his mother, Bonnie M. Johnson, wife, Mary Ward, and brother, Terry Ward.

Those left behind to cherish his memory are his loving wife, Sissy Ward of Forest Hill; son, Shane Ward & Fiance, Amy Cedars of Hineston; granddaughter, Lauren Ward of Hineston; great grandson, Hudson Allen Ward; and sister, Kathy Brownlee.

Pallbearers honored to serve will be Chad Blais, BJ Fairchild, Bryan Perry, Kevin Riggleman, Douglas Floyd, and Sid Weatherford.

Funeral Services for Daryl Anthony CranfordFuneral service for Daryl Anthony Cranford will be held at 12:00 p.m. on Satu...
10/17/2025

Funeral Services for Daryl Anthony Cranford

Funeral service for Daryl Anthony Cranford will be held at 12:00 p.m. on Saturday, October 18, 2025, in the White Oaks Funeral Home Memorial Chapel with Reverend Dean Gunter officiating. Interment will follow in the Woodworth Cemetery. Arrangements professionally directed by White Oaks Funeral Home, Oakdale.

Visitation will begin at 10:00 a.m. until time of service at 12:00 p.m. in the chapel.

Daryl, 63 of Woodworth, entered into eternal life on October 15, 2025. He was born on October 24, 1960, in Alexandria, LA to the union of Jimmie Cranford & Mavis Gunter Cranford.

Daryl drove and loved semi-trucks for thirty plus years, and that is no small feat. He gained knowledge & experience and exhibited a unique mix of skills, focus, determination, and maneuverability for his love of driving on the open road. He loved spending time fishing with his son – every moment for them was a memory to cherish because spending time with his son always reminded him of what truly mattered in life,

He is preceded in death by his son, Brandon Cranford; daughter, Candice Cranford; mother, Mavis Cranford; brother, Timothy Cranford; sister, Cathy Bridges; and nephew, Jason Bridges.

Those left behind to cherish his memory are his loving son, Aaron Cranford, & wife, Jessica of Alexandria; father, Jimmie Cranford of Woodworth; daughter, Sidney Crooks of Montana; grandchildren, Alex & Jack Cranford, Kayli Cranford of Idabel, OK, Cody Crooks, Melanie Crooks, & Eric Crooks all of Montana; nieces, Tiffany Cranford of Forest Hill, Michelle Bridges of Baton Rouge, nephews, Dustin Cranford of Bunkie, and Matthew Bridges of Baton Rouge; great niece, Alainna Cranford of Alexandria; two paternal aunts, Billie Jean Cammack, & Susie Cammack both of Effie, LA; maternal aunt, Dorothy Simmons of Stonewall, LA, and maternal uncle, Dean Gunter of Lecompte, LA; along with a host of great nieces and nephews.

Pallbearers honored to serve will be Dustin Cranford, Jonathan Gunter, Gabrielle Gunter, Caleb Powers, Stephen Mott, and Kenny Hughes.

Funeral Services for Ethel SingletonA Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Thursday, October 16, 2025, ...
10/15/2025

Funeral Services for Ethel Singleton

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Thursday, October 16, 2025, in St. Peter Catholic Church in Pine Prairie with Father Casey Dugas officiating. Interment will follow in the St. Peter Catholic Church Cemetery. Arrangements professionally directed by White Oaks Funeral Home, Oakdale.

Visitation will begin at 10:00 a.m. until 12:30 p.m. until the time of service at 1:00 p.m. in the church.

Ethel entered into eternal life peacefully, on October 11, 2025 at the age of 78. She was born on April 24, 1947 in Ville Platte, LA to the union of Russell and Mathilda Gradneigo and was a lifelong resident of Beaver Creek.

Ethel, a devout Catholic, loved the Lord Jesus Christ and had a special devotion to the Blessed Mother. She was a faithful prayer warrior, who was devoted to praying the rosary everyday for anyone who needed prayer. She loved to cook, bake and crochet until she no longer could. She took walks to keep in shape, and enjoyed sitting outside when the weather was nice, enjoying nature with her best friend, soul mate and husband, Roger. Ethel’s presence brought warmth, her words brought comfort, and her actions always spoke louder than any promise. She loved fiercely, stood firmly, and nurtured endlessly. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother, sister, aunt and friend. She will be deeply missed.

She is preceded in death by her daughter, Courtney Garon, and her parents.

Those left behind to cherish her memory are her loving husband of 60 years, Roger Singleton of Beaver Creek; daughter, Lisa Lowrance & husband David of Geismar; two sons, Troy Singleton of Covington, and Lance Singleton & wife Laskmi of Baton Rouge; son-in-law, Brad Garon of New Rhodes; 12 grandchildren; Taylor Pavon, Gabriel Singleton & wife Jessica, Alex Singleton, Gage Ganson, Priya Singleton, Luke Singleton, Jadyn LaBauve & husband Damian, Dominic Singleton, Adah Singleton, Mia Lowrance, Ava Singleton and Olivia Lowrance; 3 great grandchildren; Nathan, Lily, Ezekiel and one on the way, Celia as well as her 3 brothers and 1 sister, nieces and nephews.

Pallbearers honored to serve will be Taylor Pavon, Luke Singleton, Dominic Singleton, Alex Singleton, Damian LaBauve, and Gabe Singleton. Honorary pallbearers honored to serve will be Michael Bernard, Gage Gansen.

Kathi Langston BurnsFuneral services for Kathi Burns will be held at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, October 14, 2025, at Woodworth ...
10/12/2025

Kathi Langston Burns

Funeral services for Kathi Burns will be held at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, October 14, 2025, at Woodworth Mary Mother of Jesus Catholic Church, 9323 US-165 N, Woodworth, LA 71485, with Father Paul LaPalme officiating. Interment will follow in the Alexandria Memorial Gardens, 8855 US-165 N, Woodworth, LA 71485. Arrangements professionally directed by White Oaks Funeral Home, Oakdale.

Visitation will be held on Monday, October 13, 2025, from 5:30 p.m. until 7 p.m., and Tuesday, from 9 a.m. until time of mass at 11 a.m.

Kathi Burns, of Forest Hill, entered eternal rest on Thursday, October 9, 2025, at the Ochsner Lafayette General Medical Center. She was the beloved daughter to Keith Langston & Alma Langston, born on March 28, 1950, in Bunkie, Louisiana. Kathi was the heart of her family and a true friend to many. She had a servant’s heart and went above and beyond in all things throughout her life. She was very committed to her faith in Christ. Kathi was a strong person and a very hard worker at whatever she set her mind to. Earlier in life she loved offering beauty as a hairdresser. However, later, she loved offering wellness and health to her friends and clients as a massage therapist, known as “The Legend”. Kathi loved hosting family gatherings and baking cookies with her grandchildren. She wholeheartedly loved her husband, children and grandchildren. She also loved watching and enjoying her LSU and New Orleans Saints football teams. She will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved her.

She is preceded in death by her father, Keith Langston and mother, Alma Reitzell; her brothers, Jimmy Langston, Keithal Langston, Kevin Reitzell and Mark Reitzell.

Those left behind to cherish her memory are her loving husband of 56 years, Robin Burns of Forest Hill; one son, George “Juan” Burns of Melder, and one daughter, Marie Burns of Pineville; one grandson, Matthew Burns of Alexandria; one step-granddaughter, Heather Manwell of Deville; one great grandchild, Cole Burns of Alexandria; one sister, Ellen Sasser of Ball; two brothers-in-law, Donald Burns, and Tommy Burns both of Glenmora; and two sister-in-law, Ann Burns and Brenda Burns both of Glenmora; and a host of other family.

Pallbearers honored to serve will be George “Juan” Burns, Matthew Burns, Donald Burns, Tommy Burns, Nathan Burns, Wayne Broussard and Mitch Charrier.

Luncheon to be served after the cemetery service

Dorothy ShafferFuneral services for Dorothy McKenzie Branham Shaffer will be held at 10 a.m. on Friday, October 3, 2025,...
10/01/2025

Dorothy Shaffer
Funeral services for Dorothy McKenzie Branham Shaffer will be held at 10 a.m. on Friday, October 3, 2025, at the West Baptist Church, with Reverends Robert Jordan, Keary Jordan, and Greg Covington officiating. Committal service will follow in the Green Oaks Cemetery, Baton Rouge, La. Services are professionally conducted under the direction of White Oaks Funeral Home, Oakdale.

Visitation will be held at the West Baptist Church, Oakdale, from 6:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m., Thursday, October 2, 2025, and will resume Friday, October 3, 2025, from 8:00 a.m. until the time of service at 10 a.m. in the church.

Dorothy, 93, of Oakdale, entered eternal rest on Sunday, September 28, 2025, at home surrounded by her loved ones. She was born on April 7, 1932, in Osyka, MS to the union of Merlin Daniel McKenzie & Mamie Alma Varnado McKenzie.

As a compassionate woman, she was active in her church and loved her church family. She opened her home to countless souls, nurturing and caring for them as if they were her own. Her whole life was characterized by dignity, patience, courage, and a deep-seated reverence for God. She raised her children to love God, as she herself did. “The strength of a godly woman is not in her own might, but in the power of God within her," and Dorothy lived that every day.

She is preceded in death by her 2 daughters, Mammie Branham, and Melissa Branham: 2 sons, Albert Branham, Jr., and Daniel Wayne Branham; late husbands, Albert Branham, and Jimmy Shaffer; mother, Mamie McKenzie, Father Merlin McKenzie, sister, Mildred Trahan, 2 brothers, Merlin Jr., McKenzie, and Archie Varnado.

Those left behind to cherish her memory are her loving daughter, Gladys Jordan & husband, Robert of Oakdale; 9 grandchildren; 21 great grandchildren; 7 great-great grandchildren; 1 sister, Elizabeth DeJean & husband, Sanford of Denham Springs; 4 nieces and 3 nephews.

Pallbearers honored to serve Chad Jordan, D.J. Branham, Peyton Palmer, David Baker, Jr., Jason Branham, Mason Jordan, Stone or Slate Jordan, Owen Jordan, Marshall McDaniel or Cazz McDaniel.

Charles “Chuck” Lee SmadingFuneral services for Chuck Smading will be held at 2 p.m. on Thursday, October 2, 2025, at HI...
09/30/2025

Charles “Chuck” Lee Smading

Funeral services for Chuck Smading will be held at 2 p.m. on Thursday, October 2, 2025, at HIS Church, 1381 Pinehurst Drive, Pineville with Brother Steve Speer officiating. Interment will follow in the Calvary Baptist Church Cemetery, 3815 LA-121, Gardener, LA. Arrangements professionally directed by White Oaks Funeral Home, Oakdale.

Visitation will be held from 9:30 a.m., Thursday, October 2, 2025, until the time of service at the church.

Chuck Smading, 58, of Po***ck, entered eternal rest on Saturday, September 27, 2025, at his home. He was born on November 10, 1966, in Eureka, KS, to Charles Lee Smading and Frances Jackson.

Chuck was the heart of his family and a true friend to many. He graduated from Tioga High School in 1985.

Chuck spent more than 26 years with Boise Cascade at the Boyce, LA location. He began in Production Utility and, through dedication and hard work, advanced from Production Technician 1 to the highest level of Production Technician 5. He spent many years as part of the I-Line department, where he took great pride in his work. Chuck was respected for his strong work ethic, skill, & loyalty, and he built lasting friendships with his coworkers.

Chuck was selfless; if he could help someone, he would. He loved being out on the lake, smoking meat on his grill, and just spending time with the people he loved. Family meals and gatherings meant everything to him, and he especially loved bringing everyone together — his fried chicken was always a family favorite.

Above all, Chuck loved his family. His kids meant the world to him, and his greatest joy came from being “Pappi.” His grandbabies lit up his life, and he lit up theirs — the very best grandpa, full of love, pride, and joy every time he was with them. He will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved him.

He is preceded in death by his father, Charles Lee Smading; former wife, Tavia Smading; and nephew, Ashton Lee Smading.

Those left behind to cherish his memory are his loving companion and fiancée, Delicia Charrier of Po***ck, LA; his mother, Frances Jackson of Dry Prong, LA; two sons, Jason Feazell of Pineville, LA, and Jacobe Smading (with Nicole Walker) of Alexandria, LA; and one daughter, Jerica and her husband, Daniel Bradford of Po***ck, LA.

He is also survived by his fiancée’s two daughters, Breanna and her husband, Damian LaBom of Pineville, LA, and Brittany and her husband, Jordie Jefferson of Pineville, LA; two brothers, Thomas Michael Jackson (with Gabriela Gutierrez) of Dallas, TX, and Ray Charles Smading of Christchurch, New Zealand; and two sisters, Trudi and her husband, Robert Mendez of Houston, TX, and Nindira Pangandjaja (with her husband, Teddy) of Jakarta, Indonesia.

Chuck was “Pappi” to ten beloved grandchildren: Armani, Ariel, Aurora, Kaysten, Kohen, Kristian, Olivia, Kwenton, Kailynn, and Jordi IV. He also leaves behind a niece and nephew, Kelsey and Lukan.

Pallbearers honored to serve will be Victor Casson, Chucky Atwood, Patrick Ingraham, Anthony Riddick, Joey Barre’, and Kevin Gibson. Honorary pallbearers will be Wayne Stalsby, and Danny Bosecker.

Ellen TurnerGraveside services for Ellen Turner will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, September 27, 2025, at the Cryer Ce...
09/27/2025

Ellen Turner

Graveside services for Ellen Turner will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, September 27, 2025, at the Cryer Cemetery, 152 Cryer Cemetery Rd, Oakdale, with Reverend Steven Cox officiating. Arrangements professionally directed by White Oaks Funeral Home, Oakdale.

Ellen, 92, of Sulphur, entered eternal rest on Thursday, September 25, 2025, in the West Calcasieu Cameron Hospital. She was born on February 15, 1933, in Oakdale to the union of Leander Turner & Izeline Marcantel Turner.

Ellen was a Baptist by faith; she loved cooking for her family and special friends. She loved reading her Bible and sharing God’s word. She truly had the gift of a servant’s heart, and she loved helping and encouraging everyone. She was trustworthy, hardworking, and managed her household efficiently. Her strength came from the Lord, and she was far more precious than rubies.
Her focus and admiration were for her family that she truly loved and cherished with all her heart. She loved gardening until her health no longer allowed her. Also, she was the last sibling to Leroy Johnson, Congressional Medal of Honor Recipient.

She is preceded in death by her mother and father, and her husband, Charlie A. Turner.

Those left behind to cherish her memory are her loving daughters, Charlotte “Diane” Anderson & husband, James of Lake Charles, and Janene Doirom & husband, Danny of Vinton; two granddaughters; five great grandchildren; and one great-great grandchild.

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