Funeral services for Charles Ray Baines will be held Saturday at at the Union Hill Baptist Church Mr. Baines passed this life on November 12, 2023, at the age of 72. Born on January 6, 1951, at Huey P. Long…
Category: Deaths
Death Notices for the week of November 27th
Peter Perry, 53, of San Bernardino, CA, formerly of Monroe, LA, Computer Analyst, died October 21, 2023. Service will be at 11:00 AM Saturday, December 2, 2023, at Smith Funeral Home. Visitation is from 11:00 AM until 1:00 PM Friday,…
Generations mourn death of “Coach” Roosevelt Rankins, 83
“Get down Tiger” were the first and last words he had for generations of Neville Students as he mentored them as Dean of Students for 59 years. Roosevelt Rankins, a legendary figure in the fields of education, business, and civic…
Death Notice for the week of November 20th
Jimmie Lee Simmons, 71, of Monroe Truck Driver, died November 16, 2023. Service will be at 11:00 AM Friday, November 24, 2023, at Smith Funeral Home. Visitation is from 10:00 until Service time Friday, November 24, 2023, at Smith Funeral…
Another murder: 20 year old Richwood alumnus dies of gunshot wounds
Tragedy struck Monroe again this Wednesday, November 15th, as police responded to a distress call at a residence on Heritage Circle. At approximately 7:42 AM, Monroe Police Department officers discovered 20-year-old Jaylin Dewayne Robinson suffering from gunshot wounds. Despite prompt…
Saturday service set for Dale Jackson, 67
The Christian Fellowship Assembly of God and the broader Monroe community are in a state of mourning following the passing of Dale Jackson, who left an indelible mark on her community through her unwavering faith and compassionate spirit. Dale, aged…
Yvonne Travis funeral set for Saturday
The community bids farewell to Yvonne Delores Travis, a beloved mother, friend, and beacon of strength, who passed away on November 10, 2023, at the age of 64. Her life, marked by resilience and an unwavering spirit, will be honored…