Obituaries

Mr. Glen D. Rowell of Winnfield, Louisiana passed away on September, 3, 2021 at home with his wife and loved ones by their side. Mr. Rowell was born on April 19, 1938 in Winnfield, Louisiana to the union of Theodore and Martha Powell.

He was an avid bass fisherman, duck and whitetail deer hunter in his favorite area, Saline Lake. So much so, he created his own line of fishing lures named Saline Lake Lures. He once asked his mother where he came from and she stated jokingly, when you was a little boy I found you walking down the road with a fishing pole in one hand and a shotgun in the other. He was loved and admired by friends and family for his wonderful experiences and stories of fishing and hunting told around the old hunting camps after an exciting day.

James Earl “Buddy” Corbitt, age 72, of Calvin, LA., entered his eternal home Sunday, September 12, 2021, in the comfort of his own home surrounded by his family and friends.

Buddy was born September 10, 1949 in Winnfield, LA. He is preceded in death by his parents, Monroe and Francis Corbitt; and one sister Wanda Faye Davis.

Buddy served in the Army (1969-1971) serving in the Vietnam War. Upon discharge, from active service, he served in the Louisiana National Guard for 25 years. He worked as a butcher for many years prior to his illness. He enjoyed hunting, fishing and camping but his greatest joy was spending time with his family.

Mrs. LaWanda Hollinghead Bedgood, age 79 of Goldonna, Louisiana passed away on Wednesday, September 15, 2021.

Born Saturday, September 12, 1942 in Healing Springs, Alabama, she was preceded in death by her parents, Ed Hollinghead and Irene McKinney; husband, John T. Bedgood.

Mrs. Bedgood enjoyed growing and tending her potted plants and was an avid deer and hummingbird watcher and especially enjoyed spending time with her family and grandchildren.

Those left to cherish her memory include her children, Bruce Bedgood (Boogie), Scott Bedgood (Nikki) and Kami Dobson (David); grandchildren, Michelle, Danielle, Racquel, Eric, Mallory, Statton, Cole and John Michael; great-grandchildren, Alli, Aiden, Colie, Piper, Trevor, Grant, Aniston and Porter; sister, Jimmie English; several nieces and nephews and her fourlegged child, Tucker.

Mr. James E. Sandifer, Sr., age 82 of Winnfield, Louisiana passed on to his heavenly home on August 23, 2021.

Born Saturday, October 22, 1938, in Colfax, Louisiana, he was a member of Laurel Heights Baptist Church. Along with his Savior, his family was his heart. He loved his wife, children, grandchildren, and extended family dearly. Not only was he dedicated to his family, but his work was a part of his heart as well. Before working, he served in the US National Guard. He was a dedicated employee with the Winn Parish School Board from 1969-1999 and came back to work within months after retirement to continue working part-time until July 2021. His hobbies throughout the years included hunting, fishing, doing chores and working in the garden alongside his “honey”, and taking pride in his work. He loved driving a school bus, as well as driving a log truck, and above all, he appreciated the blessing of family, and gave God the glory for all.

Bobby Joe Poisso, age 61 of Winnfield, Louisiana passed away September 7, 2021 after a lengthy battle with cancer.

Mrs. Shirley Ann James Tolbert, age 79 of Sikes, Louisiana passed away on Thursday, September 9, 2021.

Born Monday, November 17, 1941 in Crowville, Louisiana, she was preceded in death by her parents, Roy Willard and Maudie Lee Mixon James.

Mrs. Tolbert attended Friendship Baptist Church where she was pianist. She worked for many years as a paraprofessional with the Winn Parish School Board and also for a number of years as a telephone operator. Mrs. Tolbert will be remembered as a strong Christian, loving wife, mother and grandmother who led her family by example. She enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren and sewing and sitting on her porch while drinking coffee.

Mr. Glen D. Rowell of Winnfield, Louisiana passed away on September, 3, 2021 at home with his wife and loved ones by their side. Mr. Rowell was born on April 19, 1938 in Winnfield, Louisiana to the union of Theodore and Martha Powell.

He was an avid bass fisherman, duck and whitetail deer hunter in his favorite area, Saline Lake. So much so, he created his own line of fishing lures named Saline Lake Lures. He once asked his mother where he came from and she stated jokingly, when you was a little boy I found you walking down the road with a fishing pole in one hand and a shotgun in the other. He was loved and admired by friends and family for his wonderful experiences and stories of fishing and hunting told around the old hunting camps after an exciting day.

Fred M. Young, age 77 of Winnfield, Louisiana passed away on Sunday, September 12, 2021.

Born Tuesday, March 14, 1944 in Winnfield, Louisiana, he was preceded in death by his parents, Travis E. Young and Rosa Elizabeth Jordan Young; his sister, Charlotte Young.

Those left to cherish his memory include his wife, Janis Young; sons, James Mitchell Young (Angela), Kevin Glen Young (Teresa); grandchildren, Raven Harrington, James Young, Corey Young, Peyton Rhone, Hannah Young, Josh Young, Anthony Pine, Cheyenne Bartley, Eden Womack, and Timmy Pine; great grandchildren, Tyler Harrington, Jacy Harrington, Bentley Martin, Karra Martin, Major Young, Zaydon Young, Aubrey Boyd, Iverson Boyd, Brantlin Young, and Decklin Young; his brother Travis Lee Young (Cherry); and his sister, Dorothy “Sug” Young.

The family received friends on Tuesday, September 14, 2021, at Southern Funeral Home, from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM.

Leonard Roy Henderson, 59, of Georgetown, passed away on September 7,2021 in Georgetown.

Leonard was born in Jena, Louisiana to Leroy and Verlene Henderson on December 17, 1961. He began working in the oilfield at the age of 17 and never stopped. He married the love of his life, Patty, on August 1,1980 in Georgetown. They were inseparable for 41 years. A jack of all trades, an extremely hard worker, an avid outdoorsman, a devoted son, husband, father, grandfather, and friend. Many now describe him as irreplaceable. Nothing could bring a bigger smile to his face more than watching his grandchildren do the things they loved.

Leonard is preceded in death by his father Leroy Henderson.

Mrs. Lela Mae McAllister Cockerham, age 83 of Winnfield, Louisiana passed away on Friday, September 10, 2021.

Born Wednesday, August 10, 1938 in Waterproof, Louisiana, she was a member of Old Union Baptist Church where she enjoyed working with the children’s choir. She enjoyed all flowers and plants and she loved being a grandmother and a sister to her siblings.

Mrs. Cockerham was preceded in death by her parents, Richard Barrod and Hattie Mae Naff McAllister; husband, Howard Ray Cockerham; siblings, Ruth Carol McAllister, ElbertMilburn McAllister, Charles Edward McAllister, Allie Louise McAllister and Cathy Carroll.