The Baloney Funeral Home, LLC

07/29/2026

HENRY HAMPTON
1944 - 2026

On Wednesday, July 22, 2026, Henry Hampton peacefully answered God’s call and entered into eternal rest at the age of 82, leaving behind a lifetime of cherished memories, unwavering love, and a remarkable legacy. Henry was born on March 1, 1944, in Woodville, Mississippi, to his loving parents, the late Ernest Hampton and the late Alice Hampton. He was raised with strong values of faith, integrity, hard work, and compassion qualities that remained the foundation of his life and were evident in every relationship he built. Henry was the devoted and beloved husband of the late Geraldine Dorsey Hampton, with whom he shared a life built on love, commitment, and treasured memories. Together, they created a family rooted in love, strength, and resilience. Henry was also preceded in death by his four brothers, Ernest Hampton Jr., Samuel Hampton,Willie Lee Hampton, and John L. Hampton ; and his six sisters, Celeste James McKenzie, Pearl Hampton Dawson, Ruth Hampton Green, Susie Mae Hampton, Ethelene Hampton, and Augusta Hampton Carter. Family and friends are invited to share in the Home Going Service on August 1, 2026 at Baloney Funeral Home, LLC, 1905 West Airline Highway, LaPlace, Louisiana 70068, (504)383-4815. Visitation at 10 am. Funeral service immediately following at 11 am.

The Baloney Funeral Home is committed to providing families with the dedication and compassion they deserve during their most difficult time.

07/29/2026

07/08/2026

Memorial Service- Saturday, July 11, 2026 at 11 o’clock am. Dularge Community Baptist Church, 549 Andrew Street, Houma, LA

07/07/2026

Cynthia Marie Lewis

December 14, 1951 – July 1, 2026

Cynthia Marie Lewis, who peacefully departed this life on Wednesday, July 1, 2026, at the age of 74, in the comfort of her home.

Born on December 14, 1951, in New Orleans, Louisiana, Cynthia was the cherished daughter of the late Charles Lewis and Edith Ruth Lewis. She was raised with strong family values and attended Booker T. Washington High School in New Orleans, where she formed lifelong friendships and developed the warm, outgoing spirit for which she would always be remembered.

Cynthia spent many years working as a waitress, where her welcoming smile, kind heart, and genuine hospitality touched the lives of countless people. Whether serving a meal or offering an encouraging word, she had a remarkable ability to make others feel valued and appreciated.

Throughout her life, Cynthia nurtured her faith through her fellowship with Dularge Community Baptist Church, St. Louis Cathedral Catholic Church, and Holy Rosary Catholic Church. Her spiritual journey reflected her love for God and her appreciation for worship and Christian fellowship.

Cynthia embraced life with joy and enthusiasm. She loved music, dancing, spending quality time with family and friends, relaxing while watching movies and also second lining. Her laughter was contagious, her personality unforgettable, and her love for those closest to her was unwavering. She especially treasured the moments spent creating memories with the people she loved.

Above all, Cynthia’s greatest pride was her family. She leaves to cherish her precious memories her devoted daughter, Hope Sabrina Wagner, and son-in-law, Allen Wagner, Jr.; her beloved fur baby, Nu Wagner; her cherished grandchildren, Shawn Thomas Wagner, Jakari Wagner, Jasshai Moore, and Gwendolyn Cockrham; her loving brothers, Kevin Lewis and Micheal Lewis; her beloved godchildren, Clyde Outley and Keir Pitts; along with a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, extended family members, and dear friends whose lives were forever enriched by her love and kindness.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Charles Lewis and Edith Ruth Lewis; her brother, Don Lewis; and her devoted life partner, Mr. Author Mitchell.

Though our hearts are heavy with sorrow, we rejoice in knowing that Cynthia’s earthly journey has ended and her eternal rest has begun. Her legacy of love, kindness, laughter, and devotion to family will continue to live on in all who were blessed to know her.

“Well done, thou good and faithful servant… enter thou into the joy of thy Lord.”
Matthew 25:23
Services entrusted to the Baloney Funeral Home, LLC

01/09/2026

https://obituaries.nola.com/obituary/catherine-broussard-1093432442

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08/26/2025

Jonathan Babam, 46, of Atlanta
passed away peacefully on August 3, 2025, surrounded by loved ones. Born on September 11,1978, Jay lived a life filled with kindness, laughter and unwavering love for family and friends. He was known for excellent cooking and always making people laugh, Jay touched the lives or everyone he knew. Jay is survived by his five children, Jawaun Weldon, Jabbar Sims, Joaquin Baham, Jaymecia Baham, and Jalia Baham and his mother, Dollie Smothers; father, Nathan Baham, his siblings-Tarick Miller, LeKeasha Ganier, Jabar Baham and Shantre Smothers, a host of nieces and nephews and great-nieces. He is preceded death by his sibling, Shannon Bryant(10/2014) and his grand. parents, Booker T. and Octavia Cotton. Though deeply missed, his spirit will live on in the hearts of all who knew and loved him. Services entrusted to the Baloney Funeral Home, 1905 West Airline Highway, LaPlace, Louisiana 70068 (504)224-8460

08/20/2025

It is with deep love and profound sadness that we announce the peaceful transition to eternal glory of Gayle Marie Jupiter on Monday, August 11, 2025. She was 68.

Gayle was born on February 10th, 1957 in New Orleans to Clarence Joseph Jupiter and Ramona Felton Jupiter. She was the fifth of their twelve children. She attended Saint Leo the Great grade school and Saint Joseph’s Academy high school. She then enrolled at Xavier University, taking a hiatus to have her beautiful daughter Kelly Rene. After a short time in Washington, DC, she returned to New Orleans, completing her undergraduate degree with Honors from Xavier University. Gayle then began pursuing a graduate degree in Literature at UNC. Gayle returned to New Orleans, and then moved to Albuquerque in 2004, remaining there until 2023, when she moved back to New Orleans to be close to family.

Gayle embodied kindness, courage, and authenticity. She embraced her true self and inspired all whose lives she touched. Gayle is preceded in death by her parents, her sister Clare Jupiter (Pat Bryant), brothers David and Karl Jupiter (Rhonda), brother in-law Gavin Bell and Anthony Jones. She is survived by her loving daughter Kelly, her siblings Jane Bell, Eric (Rebecca), Daniel, Jill Jupiter-Jones, Ann Mitchell (Hank), Omodare, Steven (Tonya), and Jerome (Lori), as well as a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives, and friends.

A memorial service will be held on Friday, August 22 at The Building, 1427 Oretha Castle Haley Blvd, New Orleans, LA 70113. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Clarence J. Jupiter endowed scholarship, Xavier University of Louisiana, 1 Drexel Drive, New Orleans, LA 70125.

Services entrusted to the Baloney Funeral Home, LLC, 1905 West Airline Highway, LaPlace, Louisiana 70068, (985)224-8460. https://www.facebook.com/baloneyfuneralhome.

08/13/2025

Ambrose Harris Obituary

July 24, 1943 – August 6, 2025 Ambrose James Harris, 82, of LaPlace, LA, passed away August 6, 2025. A U.S. Navy veteran and long time restaurant industry leader, he is survived by his wife of 38 years, Angerean Brown Harris; five children, Aaliyah Olgletree, Metairie, Louisiana, Ashleigh Harris Clark (Darryl), Jawaad Ogletree, Ambrea Harris Peters (Silvester), and Alanna Harris (Jay), of Jacksonville, Florida; many grandchildren and great-grandchildren; a sister; a brother; and a host of nieces and nephews. A viewing will be held on Friday, Aug. 15, 2025 from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 am. Funeral Service immediately following at 11:00 a.m. at Celebration Church River Parishes Campus, 3400 US-51, LaPlace, LA. A repast will follow at La Belle Place/Baloney Funeral Home, 1905 West Airline Highway, LaPlace, Louisiana 70068. Private Burial to follow. Services entrusted to the Baloney Funeral Home, LLC, (985) 224-8460, https://www.facebook.com/baloneyfuneralhome.

07/18/2025

WILLIAMS, PEARL ELLA PRATT- 1932-2025
Pearl Williams was born on September 11, 1932 in Grimes County, Texas. She passed away peacefully on June 29, 2025. Pearl was a long time resident of Garyville, Louisiana. She was the wife of the late Charles Ferdinand Williams of Garyville. Pearl is survived by her only child and devoted daughter, Barbara Denise Williams and a host of nieces and nephews and other relatives.

She is predeceased by her mother, Ella Moore and her father, Lourine Pratt, Sr., both of Grimes County Texas. She is also predeceased by her brothers, Floyd Pratt, Sr., Lourine Pratt, Jr., Booker T. Pratt, Sr., Herbert Hoover Pratt, Sr., and Frank Robinson, Jr.; her sisters, Bernice Pratt Gillum, Velma Pratt Derrough, Shirley Robinson Jackson, and Mattie Jewel Pratt.
Pearl was a graduate of Booker T. Washington High School in Midlothian, Texas and Franklin Beauty School in Houston, Texas. She worked as a beautician until she retired.

Family, friends and the staff of Chateau St. James Rehab & Retirement Center in Lutcher, Louisiana and Amedisys Hospice in Baton Rouge, Louisiana are invited to her celebration of life on Saturday, July 19, 2025 at True Light Baptist Church, 258 S Little Hope St, Garyville, LA 70051. Pastor Sam Jones, Ill presiding. Visitation commencing at 10:00 am.
Funeral service immediately following at 11:00 am. Interment at Zion Travelers Cemetery,
Reserve, Louisiana, followed by a repass at True Light Baptist Church.

03/19/2025

https://obituaries.theadvocate.com/obituary/carlos-armas-1092758673