All Obituaries

Percy Lee Taylor Jr. was born on April 05, 1961, to Percy Lee Taylor Sr. and Viginia Ann Brown-Taylor, in Shreveport, Louisiana. Later he moved to Conroe, Texas with his dear Mother where they stayed until he received his education. Percy Taylor Jr. received his High School Diploma at Conroe High School and later received certificates for plant operator. While living in Conroe Percy Taylor Jr. traveled back and forth to Houston, TX where he met his lovely wife Carolyn J. Taylor. They ...

“If I can help somebody as I pass along, If I can cheer somebody with a word or a song, If I can show somebody he is travelling wrong, Then my living shall not be in vain.”   On May 23, 2026, Trey transitioned from earthly labor into eternal rest at the age of 55 in Houston, Texas. Born on March 9, 1971, in Bay City, Texas, to Velva J. Gordon and Alexander Sheppard, Jr., Trey was a blessing from the very beginning. He possessed a quiet strength, a gentle heart, and a ...

Ulysses J. Wicker, 80, of Rosharon, Texas, passed away on May 21, 2026, due to cardiac arrest and multiple debilitating health conditions that worsened over the years. Born on March 8, 1946, in New Orleans, Louisiana, to his mother Lena Maude Irving Gordon. He was raised by his maternal grandparents, John and Maude Kemp (deceased) of Greensburg, Louisiana. Ulysses lived a life defined by dedication, resilience, and an unwavering commitment to those around him. Ulysses proudly served eleven ...

Mary Lillian Oreaboe Wells was born on August 27, 1947, in Houston, Texas, to Joseph Oreaboe, Jr. and Lillie Mae Malveaux. She grew up in the West End and Third Ward communities and attended St. Nicholas Catholic School and Jack Yates High School, graduating in 1965. She later attended Texas Southern University, where she met and fell in love with Lester Ray Wells. Two children were born to this union: Chelsea Denise Wells and Lester Ray Wells Jr. Mary lived a life rooted in faith. She was ...

Decebian Reynard Hartwell, affectionately known as "DC", entered this life on August 4, 1971, in Houston, TX, to Anita D'Neen Hartwell and the late James Hunt.  He graduated from Kashmere High School in 1990.  After high school, he attended Texas Southern University and later enlisted  in the United States Army, where he faithfully served for 10 years.  After retiring from the military, he worked for the United Stated Postal Service for 27 years and proudly ...

Con profundo pesar y gran cariño, nos unimos para honrar la memoria de la Sra. Maria, una mujer admirable cuyo amor y dedicación hacia su familia dejaron una huella imborrable en todos quienes tuvieron el privilegio de conocerla. Fue una esposa amorosa, una madre entregada y el corazón de su hogar. Su bondad, fortaleza y ternura serán recordadas por siempre por aquellos que compartieron momentos a su lado. En estos momentos de dolor, elevamos nuestras oraciones ...

Dr. Marala Fay Blackmon received her heavenly wings surrounded by the love, prayers, and cherished memories of those whose lives she touched so deeply. She was a woman of excellence, wisdom, elegance, and unwavering faith. Marala leaves behind a legacy rooted in education, leadership, family, and service. Born on March 23, 1959, in Lake Charles, Louisiana, to Will Blackmon and Rennell Frank Blackmon, Marala was the beloved middle child of four siblings.  She shared a close bond with ...

Melvin was born the eldest child on September 27, 1969, in Shreveport, Louisiana to Jesse J. Jack and Doris A. Little. He grew up in Benton, Louisiana, and played varsity basketball, varsity football, plus the trumpet before graduating from Benton High School in May 1987.  After graduating, Melvin enlisted into the U.S. Armed Forces and proudly served in the Army National Guard primarily as a petroleum supply specialist and cannon crewmember. He earned several awards and letters of ...

Vivian Jo Freeman, was a beloved mother, grandmother, and strong foundation of her family. She passed away peacefully on May 1, 2026 in Fresno, Texas. She was born on September 19, 1937 in Monroe, Louisiana, to her parents Felix Freeman and Paralee Davis Freeman, both of whom proceeded her in death. Vivian was one of 13 siblings and the last surviving siblings carrying the legacy of her family with strength and pride. Vivian was a proud mother of two children, Diane Freeman (Markham, IL) and ...