Joel Medric Frederick, Sr., a native of Davant, La., in Plaquemines Parish, was born on July 5, 1958, in New Orleans, La. Surrounded by family, he entered eternal rest at Ochsner Hospital on Friday, March 8, 2024, at 1:06 p.m. at the age of 65. Beloved and proud father of Joel Medric Fredrick Jr. (Jessica) Sheena Frederick Williams. Grandfather of Ziaire Williams, Rylee Frederick, Sanaa Frederick, Paris Williams, Joelle Frederick, and Cam'ron Williams. He was survived by beloved Fiancé' Annie Toombs, his siblings Elton (Michelle), Kevin Frederick, Inez Thibodeaux. He was preceded in death by his parents Joseph Leopold Frederick and Veronica Treme' Frederick, his brother Travis Clement Frederick and brother-in-law Lloyd (Randy) Thibodeaux, Jr. Relatives and friends of the family, also employees of Plaquemines Parish Government attended the Visitation and Mass of Christian Burial held on Saturday, March 16, 2024, at St. Thomas Catholic Church, 17605 Highway 15, in Pointe-a-La-Hache, La. Officiant: Father Sampson Abudli. Interment: St. Thomas Catholic Church Cemetery, Pointe-a-La-Hache, La. The family would like to acknowledge Plaquemines Parish Government where Joel served many years, where he developed lifelong friends and extended family. Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.robinsonfamilyfuneralhome.com.

Lillian 'Tilly' Kimball Hamann of Belle Chasse, La., passed away peacefully on Saturday, March 16, 2024 at the age of 96. She was born on June 5, 1927 to Andrew and Anna Kimball in her beloved city of New Orleans. She was one of seven children. In 1947, Lillian married Roy Hamann, Sr., and went on to have five children. Some of the best qualities she embodied were unconditional love, strength of spirit, and an unending generosity that could be seen in the care of her mother, children, grandchildren and countless others. Throughout her lifetime, Lillan worked many jobs and touched many lives. In her later years, she enjoyed spending time with friends at the Council on Aging. She was a devoted Catholic and loved her community. Lillian was vibrant and accepted everyone with an open heart, open arms, and a perpetual smile. Her greatest passion was spending time with family and cheering on her favorite sports teams. Lillian was preceded in death by her father Andrew Kimball Sr. and mother Anna Kimball, siblings Andrew Kimball Jr, Richard 'Butsy' Kimball, Leroy Kimball, Elsie Devillier, Dorothy English, and William Kimball, children Roy Hamann Jr., David Hamann Sr., Dean Hamann, and grandchild David Hamann Jr. She is survived by son Guy Hamann (Chris), daughter Joy Hamann Shackelford (David), daughters-in-law Mary Klein (Claude), Mary Diblasi (Mario), Vicky Hamann (Rob), grandchildren Stacie Lombardino (Matt), Sonny Hamann, Ann Hamann, Scott Hamann (Claudia), Tara Williams (Michael), Jennifer Sampson (Donnie), Jeanine Ewald, Andrea Diblasi, Nicole Hamann (Mark), Jessica Gremillion (Griffin), Sarah Hamann, Natalie Hamann (Ryan), Mandy Richard, and Devin Louviere (Bryan), along with many great grandchildren, greatgreat grandchildren, nieces and nephews. Relatives and friends of the family attended the Visitation and Funeral Service at Our Lady of Perpetual Help, 8968 Hwy. 23, in Belle Chasse, La., on Saturday, March 23, 2024. Following the mass was a gathering with refreshments held at the Belle Chasse American Legion, 104 Hunt St., in Belle Chasse. Interment: To be held privately at a later date. For online condolences, please visit www.robinsonfamilyfuneralhome. com.

Alfred 'AJ' Matthews, Sr., entered peacefully into eternal rest on Thursday, March 7, 2024, at the age of 82. He was a native of Minden, La., and a resident of New Orleans, La. Alfred was a graduate of Booker T. Washington High School's Class of 1960, and a retired employee of Plaquemines Parish Government. He was a faithful member of Regular Baptist Church, and a former member of First House of Prayer Baptist Church. Beloved husband of 59 years to Mary S. Matthews. Devoted father of Alfred (Pertrina) Matthews, Jr. and Angela Matthews. Son of the late Roosevelt Matthews, Sr. and Bertha Newell. Brother of Carolyn (Edward) Ellis, and the late Sherman Matthews, Annie B. Joyner, Roosevelt Matthews, and Jacob Matthews, Sr. Godfather of Jacob Matthews, Jr. Brother-in-law of Mildred Palmer; also survived by nine grandchildren, 12 great-grandchildren, and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives, and friends. The family would like to express their sincere gratitude to the staff of West Jefferson Hospital, Reliable PCA and SIL Agency, Omni Home Healthcare, and Foundation Hospice for the professionalism, dedication, and compassion shown to our loved one. Relatives and friends of the family, also pastors, officers, and members of Regular Baptist Church, First House of Prayer Baptist Church, St. Paul Baptist Church, Life Center Cathedral Family Life Center, Historic True Vine Baptist Church, and all neighboring churches; employees of Plaquemine Parish Government attended the Visitation and Funeral Service at Regular Baptist Church, 901 5th St., in Gretna, La., on Friday, March 22, 2024. Officiant: Pastor T. A. Hodge, officiating. Interment: Providence Memorial Park Cemetery, Metairie, La. To view and sign the guestbook, please go to www. davismortuaryservice.com.

Audry Laurent Orgeron entered into eternal rest on Sunday, March 17, 2024 at the age of 93. Beloved wife of the late Lawrence Joseph Orgeron. Daughter of the late Paul Joseph Laurent and Nora Martha Hymel Laurent. Loving and devoted mother of Robert Michael Orgeron (Lana), Judy Elizabeth Foster (Ray), Maryanne Price (Gregory), Peggy Marie Hudson and the late Kenneth James Orgeron (survived by Tammy) and Cheryl Orgeron. Loving sister of Paul D. Laurent, David G. Laurent, Joyce Shaffer, Jacqueline 'Blondie' Hotard, Beverly Lafont and the late Francis J. Laurent, Richard A. Laurent, Betty Swanagan and Paulette McGinty. Audry is also survived by 12 grandchildren, 15 great-grandchildren, one great-great-grandchild as well as a host of nieces and nephews. Audry was born in Westwego, Louisiana and was a resident of Gretna, Louisiana. She volunteered her time helping the homeless in St. Martha Catholic Church Parish. She sewed costumes for the Krewe of Cleopatra and the Plaquemines Parish Orange Queen as well as for many weddings. She was an avid bowler, loved to cook and work in her garden. Family and friends attended the Visitation and Funeral Mass at Mothe Funeral Home, 2100 Westbank Expy., in Harvey, La., on Thursday, March 21, 2024. Interment: Westlawn Memorial Park Cemetery, Gretna, La. Family and friends may offer condolences at mothefunerals.com.

Betty Lane Barthelemy Comardelle peacefully transitioned on Sunday, February 11, 2024 at the age of 77. She is the daughter of the late Victor Barthelemy and Christine Barthelemy. She was the beloved wife of the late Donald Comardelle. She was a loving mother of Rhonda Comardelle Arceneaux (Carroll) and Debra Comardelle Rankin (Willie). She is the devoted grandmother of Kayla Comardelle, Eleni Melancon (Brian), Emma Rankin, Cassie Rankin, and Donald Arceneaux (the Favorite). She is the loving great-grandmother of Jaimie Matalamaki III, Hayes Melancon and Henry Melancon. She is a loving sister of Sibyl Blanchard and Kirk Barthelemy. She is also survived by a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives, and devoted friends. She was a native of Buras, La., and in her early years she was employed by Plaquemines Parish School Board as a cafeteria worker. In her spare time, she cleaned houses and cared for the elderly. Betty was always willing to lend a helping hand to anyone in need. She enjoyed being outside, especially under Debra's big oak tree. She will be greatly missed by all who loved and knew her. She was predeceased by her late parents, Victor and Christine Barthelemy, and her siblings, Vivian, Denesse and Victor (Junior) Barthelemy. The family would love to express their gratitude and thanks to the Heart of Hospice, especially Nurse Michelle. Another thanks to all who came by and prayed during Betty's last days. Relatives and friends attended Betty's Celebration and Service held on Saturday, March 16, 2024, at River of Life Ministries, 25460 LA-23, Port Sulphur, La. For online condolences, please visit www.robinsonfamilyfuneralhome.com.

Joel Medric Frederick, Sr., a native of Davant, La., in Plaquemines Parish, was born on July 5, 1958, in New Orleans, La. Surrounded by family, he entered eternal rest at Ochsner Hospital on Friday, March 8, 2024, at 1:06 p.m. at the age of 65. Beloved and proud father of Joel Medric Fredrick Jr. (Jessica) Sheena Frederick Williams. Grandfather of Ziaire Williams, Rylee Frederick, Sanaa Frederick, Paris Williams, Joelle Frederick, and Cam'ron Williams. He was survived by beloved Fiancé' Annie Toombs, his siblings Elton (Michelle), Kevin Frederick, Inez Thibodeaux. He was preceded in death by his parents Joseph Leopold Frederick and Veronica Treme' Frederick, his brother Travis Clement Frederick and brother-in-law Lloyd (Randy) Thibodeaux, Jr. Relatives and friends of the family, also employees of Plaquemines Parish Government attended the Visitation and Mass of Christian Burial held on Saturday, March 16, 2024, at St. Thomas Catholic Church, 17605 Highway 15, in Pointe-a-La-Hache, La. Officiant: Father Sampson Abudli. Interment: St. Thomas Catholic Church Cemetery, Pointe-a-La-Hache, La. The family would like to acknowledge Plaquemines Parish Government where Joel served many years, where he developed lifelong friends and extended family. Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.robinsonfamilyfuneralhome.com.

Laverne “Mama” Braud was one of a kind. To know her was to be loved by her unequivocally. She was a great-grandmother, a grandmother, a mother and a friend to more than we can count. She lived her life like everyone would love todo.Therewasnotasktoobigandnohurdle too high. She moved here from North Louisiana many years ago and settled in Belle Chasse to build a long and meaningful life. She spent her career working for Plaquemines Parish’s Health Department and raising a family. Although she was deeply saddened by the loss of her beloved husband, Clyde “Da” Braud, for whom she cared for in every way before his passing almost 30 years ago; she never missed a moment to impact the lives of those around her from family to her “younger” friends at the card table. She fiercely cheered on her Saints and beat many a person in horseshoes. Along the way, she fed the masses with her famous barbecue shrimp, gumbo and pound cake to name a few recipes we wish we had written down. Until the end, Mama was loved by all who she had met and impacted. She is survived by her children, Pamela (Blair) and Byron (Darleen), her grandchildren, Brandon (Sara) Brett (Janise), Michelle (Jeremy) and, her great grandchildren, Natalie, Reese, Wyatt, Landon, Lawson and Lainey along with many, many loved ones. She has now gone home to be with her Lord and Savior. Family and friends attended a Visitation and Celebration of Life Service on Thursday, March 7, 2024 at Mothe Funeral Home, 2100 Westbank Expy., in Harvey, La. Interment: Westlawn Memorial Park, Gretna, La. Please visit www.mothefunerals.com to sign the online guestbook, share memories and condolences for the family.

Thomas Phillip Constant, Jr., of New Orleans, La.; passed away on March 2, 2024 in Meraux, La., at the age of 80. He worked for St.

Our little Momma’s tiny and oh, so tired, earthly body let go the morning on March 4, 2024 at the age of 80 years old. To be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord… 2 Corinthians 5:8. We truly believe she is now pain free and in the arms of God, the Almighty Father… but we know just after that embrace she has found her other love of her life, Our Daddy, Preston “Bassy” Kuhlmann. No doubt, Jesus spoke these words to her “Well done my good and faithful servant.' Our little Prayer Warrior Momma has left a legacy. To know her was to LOVE Her! Left to honor Myrtle’s memory are her sons Preston Lee Kuhlmann, Jr., of Lake Worth Beach, Fl., and Vane Joseph Kuhlmann of Eunice, La.; daughters Wanda Kuhlmann Popich (Ivan) of Belle Chasse, La., and Jeanne Kuhlmann Sonnier of Eunice; brothers Joey Hebert, Jr., of Bell Chasse and Dean Hebert (Cindy) of Port Sulphur. She will also be deeply missed by her beloved grandchildren, Natasha Miller (Robbie), Nickolas Popich (Rami), Ana Popich, Erin Elkins (Corey), Kaylen Sonnier, Brett Sonnier, Chelsey Kuhlmann and Jalen Kuhlmann-along with six great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews and many dear friends. Myrtle was preceded in death by her husband, Preston Lee Kuhlmann, and her parents, Joseph Benjamin and Myrtle Treadaway Hebert. She may have left this world physically, but her joyful spirit and beautiful soul will forever remain in our hearts. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend a Visitation on Tuesday, March 5, 2024 and March 6, 2024 at Ardoin’s Funeral Home, 1301 West Laurel Ave., Eunice, La. A Celebration of Life Service followed on Wednesday, March 6, 2024 at the First Baptist Church, in Eunice. Officiants: Pastor Andrew Bates and Pastor Travis Turner. Interment: St. Paul Cemetery. Those who wish to pay tribute to Myrtle’s remarkable life are welcome to share their sentiments on her memorial page at www.ardoinfuneralhomes.com.

Abraham Paddio, Jr., was born on June 29, 1944 in Jennings, La., to the union of Eva Youman and Abraham Paddio, Sr. He departed this life on Wednesday, February 28, 2024 at the age of 79. Abraham leaves to cherish his memory his devoted son Brian Paddio (Jamesia); ten grandchildren: Riyadh, Dylan, Jace, Breonna, A'Zhyri, Briyana, Breshonna, Brione, Brian Jr., Brycen, and six great-grandchildren; his sistersin- law Sarah Jones, Ruby Paddio, Delores Paddio, Joyce Paddio, Vera Parker, Grace Ragas (Wilfred), Anaise Parker LaFrance; brothers-in-law Joe Stevens and Irvin Parker (Peggy), and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives, and friends. He was preceded in death by his devoted wife Louise Jane Paddio; parents Eva Youman and Abraham Paddio, Jr.; mother-in-law and father-in-law Irma and Sidney Parker, Sr.; son Dwight Paddio; siblings Ernest Taylor, Elozia Stevens, Henry Paddio, Eddie Paddio, Joseph Paddio, and Johnny Paddio; brothers-in-law Joseph Raymond Parker, Sr., Anthony Sidney Parker; sister-in-law Rosie Mae Parker. Abraham was a graduate of Jennings High School. He spent his life serving this country. He retired from the U.S. Navy as a BM-1 after serving 23 years. He then worked and retired from the U.S. Postal Service after serving 20 years. In his pastime, Abraham enjoyed telling stories of when he was in the military and attending veteran events. He was an avid L.S.U and Dodgers sports fan. He also enjoyed fishing, hunting, but most of all spending time with his son and grandchildren. Abraham was a faithful servant of God. Though we will miss him on Earth, he is rejoicing in heaven with his wife of 43 years, Louise Jane Paddio. Family and friends of the family, and parishioners of Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church attended a Visitation and Funeral Mass of Christian Burial at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church, 8968 Hwy. 23, in Belle Chasse, La., on Monday, March 11, 2024. Interment: Westlawn Cemetery, Gretna, La. Please visit www.rhodesfuneral.com to sign the online guestbook, share memories and condolences for the family.