Heritage Rowe Funeral Home and Memorial Park L.L.C

03/12/2026

Mr. James Utalis Jackson
Deridder, Louisiana Mr. James Utalis Jackson, 61 a native of Opelousas, Louisiana and a resident of Deridder, Louisiana passed on Sunday March 8, 2026 in Deridder, Louisiana.
Mr. Jackson was loved by everyone who knew him. He was always known for his attention to detail. No matter what the plan was he would map it out to make sure it went in the order it was written.
He was a retired Army veteran who took pride in his service in the military. His family and friends will miss him dearly but the picture of that cheery smile will stay in their hearts forever.

A visitation service will begin on Friday March 20, 2026 at 9:30 a.m. until 11:30 a.m. at Heritage Rowe Funeral Home and Memorial Park 1352 Belview Road Leesville, Louisiana 71446 337-353-8762, with a Graveside service with military honors at Central Louisiana Veterans Cemetery 3348 University Parkway Fort Johnson, Louisiana. Pastor Joseph Garner will pray words over the family for comfort.
Mr. James Jackson is survived by his mother, Eleanor Jackson of Opelousas, Louisiana; Three brothers, Joe Nathan Jackson Jr. (Laverne), Ronald Jackson (Sherry), Sherman Jackson (Mona); Two sisters, Lois Ginger, and Stephana Jackson Williams(Dedrick); a special great nephew, Joseph "J.J." Milton Jr.; and a host of other family members and friends.
He is preceded in death by his father, Joe Nathan Sr. ; Sister, Helen Milton; and Two nephews, Joe Nathan III and Vernon Jackson.

Heritage Rowe Funeral Home and Memorial Park L.L.C 1352 Belview Road Leesville, Louisiana 337-353-8762 www.heritagerowe.com is in charge of the arrangements. Condolence can be expressed at Heritage Rowe Funeral Home and Memorial Park/Facebook.

03/12/2026

Mrs. Shannon Sue Stevens, 53, a native of Kansas City Missouri, and a resident of Leesville, Louisiana passed away on Monday March 9, 2026 in Leesville, Louisiana.
Mrs. Shannon a beloved wife and an adored was loved and cherish my her family. There was nothing that she would not do for them andf the love they had for her was unmeasurable.
Mrs. Shannon's presence will be avoid in their everyday life but the love they have for her will never fade away.
A private family memorial will take place at a later date.

Services are entrusted to Heritage Rowe Funeral Home and Memorial Park L.L.C 1352 Belview Road Leesville, Louisiana 71446. www.heritagerowe.com. Condolence can be expressed at Heritage Rowe Funeral Home and Memorial Park/Facebook.

Our mission at Heritage Rowe is to service the needs of all families as though they were our own family. We are catered to making your experience as memorable as possible for you and your loved ones.

03/01/2026

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02/27/2026

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02/13/2026

SHIRLEY RUTH HOWARD
July 7, 1943 - February 12, 2026
LEESVILLE — Shirley Ruth Howard, 82, passed away on February 12, 2026, in Leesville, LA. Born on July 7, 1943, Shirley was born and raised in the Prien Lake community and later became a resident of Leesville where she was a cherished member of the community.
Shirley is survived by her three daughters, Carmen Wright of Leesville, LA; Dionne Howard Ware and her husband, Pastor Marcus Ware of Red Oak, TX; Leah Howard Robinson and her husband, Dale Robinson of Lake Charles, LA. She was a loving grandmother to five grandchildren, Jason Wright, Mathew Howard, Nicholas Ware, Meagan Howard, and Morgan Howard, and three great-grandchildren, Darius Smith, Amauri Abigail Zeno, and Eryn Iman Frazier.
She is also survived by her sister, Patricia Lafanette of Fresno, TX, and her brother, Arthur Fontenot Sr. and his wife, Princess of Shreveport, LA. Two sisters-inlaw Edna Lafanette and Brenda Lafanette
She was preceded in death by her grandparents, Ryan and Mary Duhon Sonnier; her parents, James Howard and Mary Sonnier; her brothers, Harvey James Lafanette and Horace John Lafanette; her sisters, Betty Ruth Howard, Beverly Ann Lafanette, and Barbara Lafanette Allison; her nephew, Arthur Fontenot Jr.; and her godchild, Cynthia Porter Smith.
Shirley was a graduate of Washington High School and furthered her education at Demmons School of Beauty. She was a devout member of New Willow Baptist Church in Leesville, LA, where she participated actively in
the community.
A service to honor Shirley’s life will be held on Saturday, February 21, 2026, at New Willow Baptist Church, Leesville, LA. Visitation will begin at 9 am followed by a Funeral service at 11 am. Interment follows at Hi-Mount Cemetery in Lake Charles, Louisiana.
Heritage Rowe Funeral Home and Memorial Park L.L.C. 1352 Belview Road Leesville, Louisiana (337) 3538762 www.heritagerowe.com. is in charge of the arrangements. Condolences can be expressed at Heritage Rowe Funeral Home and Memorial Park L.L.C/Facebook.

Our mission at Heritage Rowe is to service the needs of all families as though they were our own family. We are catered to making your experience as memorable as possible for you and your loved ones.

01/29/2026

We here at Heritage Rowe Funeral Home and Memorial Park pray that everyone weathered through the cold storm well and we will continue to pray that everyone will stay warm through our next bout we will be experiencing this weekend.
Please, Please, Please stay safe.
Take Care
We are here if you need us.
Thank you
Laura Semien
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01/23/2026

To all our Heritage Rowe Funeral Home and Memorial Park family both near and far, we Thank You so very much for trusting us and allowing us to take care of your loved ones in the year 2025 and before. We appreciate the trust you had in us then and we pray that you continue to trust us in the future to come. May God continue to bless each and every one of you as you move through this New Year.
Our STATE is about to go through some bad weather in the next couple of days and we PRAY that everyone please use caution as you travel.
Please know that as our office will be open only for appointments only, but our CALL LINE will be available 24/7 any time you need help. (337) 353-8762. 🙏🧚‍♀️
Thank You
Please Be SAFE.
Laura Semien
Manager

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01/02/2026

Lawtell, Louisiana -, Mr. John Kenneth Sam Sr. a resident of Lawtell, Louisiana passed away on Thursday January 1, 2026 in Lawtell Louisiana.
A Memorial Service is scheduled for Saturday January 10, 2026 at 11:00 a.m. at Holy Family Catholic Church 291 Thibodeaux Street in Lawtell, La. 70570.
Rev. Stanley Jawa
Heritage Rowe Funeral Home and Memorial Park LLC 1352 Belview Road Leesville Louisiana 71446, 337-353-8762, www.heritagerowe.com is in charge of the arrangements.
Condolences can be expressed at Heritage Rowe Funeral Home/ Facebook.

12/01/2025

Mr. Jackie Buvens
Leesville, Louisiana-
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Jackie Hortense Buvens, age 79. He passed away in his home in Leesville, LA on November 30th, 2025.
He was preceded in death by his Father Louis G. Buvens and Mother Augusta Williams-Buvens.
Survived and deeply missed by his Daughters, JoAnna Marie Buvens-Williams and Lindsay Kate Buvens.
Grandchildren; Jakey Patrick Sepulvado, Blake Shane Baker, and Katie Claire Corley; his Brother, Jerry G. Buvens and Sister Linda Buvens-Butts;
Along with a host of extended family members and friends.
It was Jackie's wish for his life to be celebrated by those who knew and loved him. He will be greatly missed and never forgotten.

Services are entrusted to Heritage Rowe Funeral Home and Memorial Park L.L.C. 1352 Belview Road Leesville, Louisiana (337)353-8762, www.heritagerowe.com. Condolence can be expressed at Heritage Rowe Funeral Home and Memorial Park L.L.C/Facebook.

12/01/2025

Mr. James Busby
Church Point, Louisiana- Mr. James Busby, 80, a native of Mallet, Louisiana and a resident of Church Point, Louisiana.
Mr. James was a kind man with a gentle heart. He had a way with people that they would never forget. He loved his family, and they loved him dearly. Missing him would be hard but remembering him would be something greatly cherished. James “Jim” Busby, born June 16, 1945, in Pot Cove, Louisiana, passed away peacefully on
November 27, 2025, at Calcutta House in Lafayette, Louisiana, at the age of 80. He was the son of Purnell Busby and Edolia Dorsey Busby. Jim was preceded in death by his wife, Shirley
Busby; his children, Emond Brown, James Busby Jr., Elnor Busby, and Jeanette Marie Busby; and his siblings, Willard Broussard and his twin sister, Jeanette Busby Richard. He leaves
behind his daughter, Telieigia Busby; a host of grandchildren; his siblings, Floyd St. Endre, Loise “Marie” Guidry, and Katherine Thompson; and many extended family members and
friends who loved him dearly.
Raised in Pot Cove, La. Jim spent his early years working for and living with the Boy Fontenot family. He formed a lifelong bond with his best friend, Mr. Sherman Cravins of
Mallet, La. Jim built his life around hard work and helping others. He worked as a machine
operator in the agriculture industry and was also a skilled bricklayer, known for his steady
hands and dedication to every job he took on. He enjoyed working on machines and never
hesitated to lend a hand to anyone who needed it. His quiet kindness, reliability, and strong
work ethic left a lasting impression on all who knew him.
A memorial service celebrating Jim’s life will be held on December 6, 2025, at First Benjamin
Baptist Church, located at 4228 LA-357 in Opelousas, Louisiana. Viewing will take place from
8:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m., and the service will begin at 11:00 a.m. He will be laid to rest at Zion Travelers Cemetery in Mallet, La. Pastor Albert Tezano will officiate the funeral Services.
Jim’s memory will continue to live on in the hearts of those
who loved him.
scriptures:
John 14:1-3
Don’t let your hearts be troubled. Trust in God, and trust also in me. There is more than enough room in my Father’s home. If this were not so, would I have told you that I am going
Heritage Rowe Funeral Home and Memorial Park L.L.C 1352 Belview Road Leesville, Louisiana 71446 (337) 353-8762 www.heritagerowe.com is in charge of the funeral services.
Condolences can be expressed at Heritage Rowe Funeral Home and Memorial Park L.L.C./Facebook

11/25/2025

Mr. Carl W. Kawarsky
Leesville, Louisiana- Mr. Carl W. Kawarsky, 74 a native of Houston, Texas and a resident of Leesville, Louisiana, passed away on Thursday November 20, 2025 in Alexandria, Louisiana.
Mr. Kawarsky a great family man and wonderful husband spent much of his life caring for his children and showing his wife Donna how much he loved and appreciated her.
His will be greatly remembered by his family and everyone he met along his life journey.
Heritage Rowe Funeral Home and Memorial Park L.L.C, 1352 Belview Road Leesville, Louisiana 71446 (337) 353-8762, www.heritagerowe.com is in charge of the arrangements.
Condolence can be expressed at Heritage Rowe Funeral Home and Memorial Park/ Facebook.

11/09/2025

Leesville, Louisiana- Mrs. Cynthia Leblanc,
a resident of Leesville, Louisiana passed away on Saturday November 8, 2025 in Many, Louisiana.
Funeral services are scheduled for Saturday November 15, 2025 at 10:00 am at Golden Star Baptist Church 723 Anne Street in Eunice, Louisiana. A visitation will begin at 8:00 am at the church. Interment will follow in Honeybee Cemetery in Eunice, Louisiana. Pastor Joseph Gardner will officiate the funeral service.
Mrs. Leblanc is survived by family and friends.
Heritage Rowe Funeral Home and Memorial Park LLC 1352 Belview Road Leesville, Louisiana 71446 (337) 353-8762. www.heritagerowe.com. Condolences can be expressed at Heritage Rowe Funeral Home and Memorial Park LLC/ Facebook