Local obituaries for Forest Park Funeral Home and Cemeteries
Karl Dudley Tew Sr.
Jan 9, 2026
Karl Dudley Tew, Sr., was a larger-than-life man whose story is defined by courage, adventure, and independence. Born on September 24, 1946, Dudley lived boldly and without hesitation, embracing life with a fearless spirit that left a lasting impression on everyone who knew him.
Dudley was preceded in death by his mother, Bernice Campise, and his father, Orville Tew.
He is survived...
Daniel O'Connell Pinchera Jr
Dec 19, 2025
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Daniel O'Connell Pinchera Jr., affectionately known as "Papa," who departed this life on December 19, 2025, in Doyline, Louisiana. Born on December 4, 1942, in Shreveport, Louisiana, Daniel lived a fulfilling life marked by love, dedication, and service to his family and country.
A proud retired veteran from the U.S....
James Morris Matlock
Dec 18, 2025
James Morris Matlock, a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, passed away on December 18, 2025, in Plain Dealing, Louisiana. Born on May 24, 1953, in Shreveport, Louisiana, James led a life characterized by dedication, hard work, and a deep appreciation for family and the simple joys of life.
James enjoyed a long and commendable career, retiring after 33 years from...
Mary Elizabeth Creech
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...
Leo Curry Ducote
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...
Janice Henry
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...
Jerry Lee Fielder
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...
Lawrence Lamar Stringer
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...
Eddie Lee Jones
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...
Mahamalea Latterner
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...
Sue Lynn Carroll
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...
Halen Douglas Morton
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...
Clinton Ray Hardy
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...
Ronald J. Grant
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...
