Obituaries

Mrs. Peggy Lavon Freeman, age 83 of Montgomery, Louisiana passed away on Saturday, November 16, 2019.

Born Tuesday, December 24, 1935 in San Bernardino, California , she was preceded in death by her parents, Flora Ford Prather and Carl Prather; and siblings, James E. Prather, Inez Stewart, Don Prather, Bill Prather, and Paul Prather.

Mrs. Freeman loved to cook big dinners for her family and was an avid NASCAR fan.

Those left to cherish her memory include her husband of 68 years, James C. “Gabby” Freeman, Sr., daughter, Irene Lohman; daughter, Nola Freeman; son, James C. “Chicken Man” Freeman, Jr. (Jayme); daughter, Mary F. McManus (Ty); brother, Jerry Prather (Darlene); 7 Grandchildren, 11 great grandchildren, 9 great great grandchildren, and 9 great great great grandchildren.

Mr. Joseph Clayton Fletcher, age 72 of Montgomery, Louisiana passed away on Tuesday, November 12, 2019.

Born Tuesday, December 24, 1946 in Winnfield, Louisiana, he was preceded in death by his parents, Leonard and Betty Cupp Fletcher; brothers, James Fletcher and Ronnie Fletcher; sisters-in-law, Earlene Fredieu and Martha Fletcher; brothersin-law, Floyd Fredieu and Alan Coolman.

Mr. Fletcher was a retired heavy equipment operator with 40 years of service. When he wasn’t working, he loved gardening, taking care of his chickens and ducks. He loved spending time with his family, especially his children and grandchildren and great-grandchildren. He also loved his church family and going to church while spreading the word of God and singing praises.

Dewana (Pullen) Sullivan passed away on Monday, September 2, 2019 at the Kindred Hospital in Clear Lake, Texas at the age of 92.

She was born and raised in Dodson, Louisiana. Dewana then moved and became a long time resident of Galveston, Texas and in her latter years moved to Texas City where she lived at Gulf Health Care Center until her death.

She was preceded in death by her family consisting of her parents, Edward Bryant Pullen and Tempie McCrary Pullen; three sisters, Phama Pullen Ross, Vivian Pullen Barry, and Mary Nell Pullen D’Amico; two brothers, Edward B. Pullen, Jr., and Ben Lewis Pullen.

Dewana is also survived by her daughter, Rose Mary (McFarland) Foxworth, from Texas City, grandson, Kyle Foxworth and 2 great grandsons, Stone Aiden Foxworth and Dawson Bain Foxworth, from South Carolina.

Mrs. Edna Marie Hattaway Williams was born on August 8, 1928 to Ezra and Reudell Hattaway.

She attended Calvin High School. She married the love of her life, Audrey Williams, whom she met at the Civilian Conservation Corp Camp. When they eloped on April 1, 1944, Audrey wrote a letter to Ezra and Reudell promising to love and care for Edna. She was a devoted wife and mother, never happier than when she had all her kids together at home and she could cook good things to eat.

Edna grew up in the Great Depression, raised four children, survived the bite of a copperhead and killed countless more with a hoe. Fearsome with a hoe, Edna had poor aim with a rifle. She famously raised the bedroom window one afternoon and aimed a .22 at deer in the east garden. Both survived the incident.

Molly Darla DeBlieux Hunt was born in Natchitoches to J. L. “Sonny Boy” DeBlieux and Elouise Adkins DeBlieux on February 10, 1950. She was raised on the banks of the Red River, at the foot of the Grand Ecore Bridge, with her sister, Freddie, and brothers, Barry and Dan.

She graduated from St. Mary’s in 1968 and attended Northwestern State University, majoring in music. With the voice an angel, she was frequently called upon to sing at weddings, funerals and special events in the area.

She married and moved to Winnfield, raising three children, Elisa, Kenny, and Rebecca. She devoted all of her time supporting them in their endeavors. That devotion started early, literally, as the children were all involved in the 4-H Livestock Programs. That devotion continued throughout her life. She was known and respected by many in the livestock community as she traveled to all of the livestock shows with her children.

Ruth Lee Harlan, age 88, died on November 6, 2019 in her Natchitoches home. Although her passing was not anticipated, we are grateful that her eighty-eight years were full of joy, good health, and rich friendships. She was born in Sterlington, Louisiana on February 3, 1931 to Culbert and Letitia Lee. Raised in Winnfield, she met her future husband, Willard, while both were students at NSU. Ruth and Willard returned to Winnfield where they raised their three children, Benjamin Harlan (Connie), Paul Harlan (Lou), and Laura Boles.

Susan Lowe Stiles passed from this earth to be with her Heavenly Father on October 29, 2019 at the age of 38. She is survived by her husband David Stiles, daughter Alexis Stiles, parents Milam and Sue Lowe, brother James Lowe, and numerous aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins. She was preceded in death by her grandparents Mr. and Mrs. Herschel Lowe and Mr. and Mrs. Marion Jones.

Susan grew up in Calvin, Louisiana and graduated from Calvin High School where she excelled in softball and basketball as well as academics. She went on to attend Louisiana Tech University where she earned her Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees. She was a proud member of Alpha Chi Omega sorority.

A memorial service for Jackie Dean Davies, 74 of Winnfield, La., was held Friday, November 8, at 3 p.m. at First United Methodist Church, Winnfield, La. with Reverends Kevin Smith and Jack Miller officiating. Interment followd in the Garden of Memories Cemetery under the direction of Southern Funeral Home. Visitation was held from 1 p.m. until time of service on Friday.

Born July 18, 1945 in Mansfield, La., Mr. Davies passed away on November, 5, 2019 in Winnfield, La., surrounded by his family.

He was preceded in death by his mother, Eva Monsour Davies Terry, and father, Leslie Ray Davies, Sr., and brother, Leslie Ray Davies, Jr.

He is survived by his wife, Jimmie Frazier Davies, of Winnfield; sons, Dr. Dean Davies (Lisa), Todd Davies (Jessica), all of Houma and daughter, Kyleigh Laurent (John) of Belle Chase; stepson, Johnny Lovell (Monica) of Winnfield; and brother Gregg Davies (Linda) of Winnfield.

James B. Cross, 63, of Norphlet, passed away, Tuesday, November 5, 2019 at his residence. He was born December 8, 1955 to the late A.C. and Christine Chance Cross in Andalusia, AL. James worked as a millwright for 28 years with Georgia Pacific and Canfor (Anthony Forest Products) and was a member of Bible Baptist Church. Those left to cherish his memory are his wife, Cindy Cross of Norphlet; children, James Cross, Jr. (Alyssa) of Phoenix City, AL, Melissa Cross of Phoenix City, AL, Chris Moffett (Jennifer Corbett) of El Dorado, AR, Brian Moffett of El Dorado, AR, Bridget Perry (Benjamin) of El Dorado, AR, Tiffany Lawson (D.C.) of El Dorado, AR; and fifteen precious grandchildren.

Visitation will be held from 6:00-8:00 p.m. Monday, November 11, 2019 at Young’s.