Local obituaries for Forest Park Funeral Home and Cemeteries

Dec 2, 2025

Mary was born June 28, 1929 and was known for her fiery red hair and beautiful blue eyes. She grew up in Chidester, Arkansas and moved to Shreveport, Louisiana in 1947 where she met her husband, Olen Creech. They were married in 1948 and celebrated their 60th anniversary, one day before he transitioned to heaven. She was a homemaker and...

Nov 30, 2025

Leo Curry DuCote, 85, went to be with his Lord and Savior on November 30, 2025. A Louisiana native born December 29, 1939, and adopted by Joseph Curry “Duke” and Mary Louise (Smith) DuCote of Belcher, La. He attended LSU Baton Rouge and Northwestern University with a degree in animal husbandry. He later attended Centenary College for a degree in...

Nov 28, 2025

Janice Johnson Henry was a loving mother to three sons, Guy Randall of Irving Texas, Leland and wife Kelly of Shreveport, Louisiana, and William and wife Janet of Fayetteville, North Carolina. Janice was proceeded in death by husband Guy, and son Guy Randall.



Janice was born on January 12, 1938 in Warren Arkansas to Shelly and Ruth Johnson. She came from...

Nov 16, 2025

Jerry grew up on a family farm in Red Hill, Texas and learned hard work ethic and providing for his family.

He started out doing truck farming, raising peas, watermelons, and cantaloupes and he traveled all over selling produce. He then left home after graduation and moved to Shreveport and went to work for Riley Beards. He worked for Riley Beards...

Nov 14, 2025

Lawrence Lamar Stringer, 84, of Bossier City, Louisiana, passed away on November 14, 2025. 

Lamar was born in Nebo, Louisiana on August 19, 1941, the youngest child of Ben Alexander Stringer and Bertha Elizabeth Williams Stringer. He grew up on the family farm in Jena, Louisiana. Lamar graduated from Jena High School in 1959, then went on to a long career...

Nov 13, 2025

Eddie Lee Jones, born on June 28, 1945, in Shreveport, Louisiana, passed away peacefully on November 13, 2025, in Keithville, Louisiana.

A dedicated machinist by trade, Eddie was known for his strong work ethic and a passion for his craft. He attended Fair Park High School. His commitment to both work and family defined him; he loved his family and friends...

Nov 5, 2025

Mahamalea Marie Latterner, passed away peacefully on November 5, 2025, in Shreveport, LA at the age of 87.

Born on November 14, 1937, in Shreveport to Alvin and LaVerne Shepherd Blizzard, Ms. Latterner attended Centenary College of Louisiana, where she was a proud member of Zeta Tau Alpha. She spent much of her life between Texas and Oklahoma, working passionately in...

Oct 26, 2025

Sue Lynn Carroll, 76, of Shreveport, Louisiana, passed away peacefully on October 26, 2025 after a long battle with Alzheimer’s. Born on June 29, 1949 in Shreveport, Louisiana to Rentie Arthur Carroll and Calvin Dixon Carroll, Jr., she was the youngest of 3 with 2 older brothers, Calvin Carroll and Charles Carroll, who have all since passed on.

In 1969 she...

Oct 12, 2025

Halen Douglas Morton, a bright light in the lives of all who knew him, was born on February 7, 2008, in Bossier City, Louisiana. Tragically, his journey in this world came to an untimely close on October 12, 2025, in Shreveport, Louisiana. Halen’s life, though far too brief, was marked by a passion for music and a love for adventure...

Oct 12, 2025

Clinton Ray Hardy, a devoted father and grandfather, passed away peacefully at his residence on October 12, 2025, at the age of 80. Born on June 11, 1945, in Poplar Bluff, Missouri, Clinton lived a life filled with dedication service, marked by his years as a respected building inspector for the City of Shreveport.

He completed his education at John Phillip...

Oct 4, 2025

CSM Ronald J. Grant, aged 80, peacefully transitioned on October 4, 2025, after a courageous battle with illness. He was cherished and his legacy will live on in the hearts of many.

Visitation will be held at Forest Park Funeral Home, located at 1201 Louisiana Ave in Shreveport, LA, on October 10 from 6 PM to 8 PM. A funeral service...

Sep 29, 2025

William (Bill) Carroll Stinson passed away peacefully on September 29, 2025, at the age of 92. Bill was born in Shreveport, Louisiana, on September 9, 1933, the youngest of two boys, to Nan Connell and Glen Alexander Stinson.

Bill grew up in Shreveport with his mom and brother amongst numerous cousins, aunts, and uncles. He met his darling wife, Martha Ann...

Sep 11, 2025

Stephen D. LeBlanc, born on November 8, 1956, in Dayton, Ohio, passed away on September 11, 2025, at Willis Knighton Pierremont in Shreveport, Louisiana. A devoted family man and a cherished friend, he leaves behind a legacy marked by love, laughter, and resilience.

Stephen pursued his education at the Worcester Polytechnic Institute and Cathedral High School, during which he showcased his...

Aug 30, 2025

William Eugene Ballou was born on April 8, 1939, in Sterling City, Texas and went to his heavenly home August 30, 2025. Called to ministry while in high school, he dedicated his life to gospel service. He graduated from Boyd High School in McKinney, Texas, earned a B.A. from Baylor University in 1960, and a Master of Religious Education from...

Aug 6, 2025

Our beloved Anna Rachel (Rhodes) Carnline passed away on August 6th, 2025, at the age of 41 after a short battle with cancer. She passed peacefully at home surrounded by her family.

Anna was born in Mesa Arizona on December 1st, 1983, to Jim and Rayma Rhodes. She graduated from Apache Junction High School where she participated in choir and various...

Jul 23, 2025

Brandon Bryan was not only my father, but he was also a friend, a role model, and a hard worker. He gave his time and affection to everyone else if that meant they were happy. He always wanted everyone to do better than he was no matter what he was going through. He was a great father to Draven...

Jul 12, 2025

Ben Johnston III, a cherished husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away on July 12th, 2025, at the age of 73, after a courageous battle with cancer. Born on June 29th, 1952, in Macon, Georgia, Ben's warmth and generosity touched the lives of all who knew him. He departed from this world in Shreveport, Louisiana, surrounded by the love...

Jul 8, 2025

Shreveport, LA — Mrs. Dorothy “Kim” Long entered heavenly rest on July 8, 2025. Her funeral service will begin at noon in the chapel at Forest Park Funeral Home on July 14, 2025, with Pastor Thomas Patton of Cypress Baptist officiating. Interment will follow at Forest Park Cemetery.

Kim was born in Baton Rouge, LA,...

Jun 23, 2025

Randy Warren, 57, of Hall Summit, Louisiana passed away on Monday, June 23, 2025, at Christus Highland in Shreveport, Louisiana.

Randy was born on November 23, 1967, to Canute Warren and Peggy Burnett in Mandeville, Louisiana. Randy is a lifelong resident of Hall Summit, Louisiana. He enjoyed working with his hands by making woodwork items,...

Jun 22, 2025

Cleola Ammons Chism, 96, of Natchitoches, Louisiana, passed away on Sunday, June 22, 2025 in Shreveport, LA.

Cleola was born on August 10, 1928, in Zwolle, Louisiana, to Burtes Austen Ammons and Frances Arma Williams Ammons. She attended Zwolle High School and Northwestern State University where she earned a Bachelor of Arts degree....