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DEATHS ing and caring wife for more than 30 years, Inell Barfield Tibbs of Cheneyville; three sons, Donald Tibbs of Bunkie, Russell Tibbs of Pineville and Elliot Tibbs of LaMoyen; a special stepson, Charles Barfield of Pineville; one daughter, Sheron Lynn Tibbs of Bunkie; one brother, Edward Tibbs of Houston, Texas; two sisters, Elnora Bonton of Port Arthur, Texas and Lillie Mae Roy of Houston, Texas; a Goddaughter, Elizabeth Frazier of Atlanta, Georgia; eight grandchildren; one great-grandchild; and a host of nieces, nephews and other relatives and friends. peaceful transition Tuesday, December 14, 2010 at Christus St. Frances Cabrini Hospital. A lifelong resident of Rapides Parish he was a retired inspector and brakeman for Union Pacific Railroad, a decon of Little Rock Baptist Church for many years. He is preceded in death by his mother, Leola Johnson Tibbs; and his father, Tom Tibbs, Sr.

Those he leaves to cherish his memory include a lov- Felicia Ann Bordelon PLAUCHEVILLE Funeral services for Felicia Ann Bordelon were held at 10 a.m., Friday, December 17, 2010 at Escude Funeral Home in Mansura. Burial was held at Bayou Jack Baptist Cemetery in Dupont. Arrangements are held under the direction of Escude Funeral Home of Mansura. Bordelon, age 66, of Plaucheville, passed away on Wednesday, December 15, 2010 at Valley View Nursing Home. She is preceded in death by her parents, Sirus Barletta and Myrtle Scafetti Barletta; and one son, Kirt Bordelon.

Survivors include her husband, Otride Bordelon of Marksville; two daughters, Susan Messer of Plaucheville and Lula Reason of Harvey; four Clinton Bordelon of Marksville, Ronnie Bordelon of Mansura, Richard Bordelon of Echo and Donald Bordelon of Plaucheville; two sisters, Nora Mitchell of Tuscola, Minnesota and Louise Rivera of Covington; 14 grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. Foster Albert Calcote, Jr. BUNKIE Funeral services celebrating the life of Mr. Foster Albert (F.A.) Calcote, were held at 11 a.m., Saturday, December 18, 2010 at First Baptist Church, Bunkie with Dr. LaMon Brown and Dr.

Donald Hall officiating. Interment was' held at Morrow Baptist Cemetery under the direction of Hixson-Ducote Funeral Home of Bunkie. Mr. Calcote, a prominent Central Louisiana educator and farmer-rancher died peacefully at his home on Shirley Road, Bunkie Thursday afternoon, December 16, 2010 after a courageous battle with colon cancer, surrounded by his loving family. Mr.

Calcote was a graduate of SLI Lafayette and LSU Baton Rouge. After graduating from college he THE went to work for LSU and helped to establish some of the first artificial units of dairy cattle in the state of Louisiana. Mr. Calcote then went into public education becoming a teacher, assistant principal then principal. During this time he owned Calcote Insurance Agency representing the Hartford and Travelers Insurance Companies.

Retiring after 33 years in education, Mr. Calcote became a farmer and rancher. Raising quarter horses and corriente cattle was one of his favorite enterprises. Mr. Calcote was an avid outdoorsman and hunter.

He was the owner of CenLA Kennels where he raised and trained more than one National Field Trial Champion hound. He shipped dogs all over the world with many going to Trinidad. One of Mr. Calcote's proudest moments was when he was invited to give the Invocation at a National Field Trial Banquet. By special invitation, Mr.

Calcote and his bird dogs often bird hunted on the King's Ranch in Texas. Mr. Calcote, a licensed auctioneer, enjoyed auctioneering for the local Ducks Unlimited banquets. Most of all, Mr. Calcote loved riding horseback with his pack of hounds while deer hunting.

Mr. Calcote, a dedicated Christian, showed his commitment to his God by the way he lived. He was a deacon at First Baptist Bunkie and a faithful choir member for over 50 years. He was also church treasurer, taught Sunday school and was chairman of the Insurance Committee for many years. One of his strong beliefs was "you can't out give God." Mr.

Calcote is preceded in death by his father, Foster Calcote, and his mother, Ada Sadler Calcote; his sisters, Maxine Calcote and Verna Calcote Wallace. Survivors include his loving wife of 61 years, Doris Haw Calcote; his daughters, Jan Calcote Wolff and Fay Calcote Hall; his sons-inlaw, Charles Rand Wolff and Kenneth Wayne Hall; Poppa's four adored granddaughters, Courtney Fay Wolff, Cammi Wolff, Emily Blaise Hall and Kelsi Lea and a sister; Marline Calcote Toler. Pallbearers honored to serve were Larry Haw, Thomas Land, David Toler, Gregory Wallace, Mark Wallace and Tom Wolff. Honorary pallbearers were his deacon friends. The family requests that in lieu of flowers memorials be sent to the Music Ministry of First Baptist Church Bunkie or St.

Jude's Children's Hospital. Condolences may be sent to www.hixson-ducote.com Marion S. Chenevert ALEXANDRIA A 1 Mass of Christian Burial for Marion Siemann Chenevert was held at 1:30 p.m., Monday, December 20, 2010, in St. Frances Cabrini Catholic Church with her great nephew, Rev. Luke Melcher officiating.

Interment was held in Alexandria Memorial Gardens, Woodworth under the direction of John Kramer and Son. Marion Siemann Chenevert, age 69, of Alexandria, passed away Friday, December 17, 2010 in her residence. Mrs. Chenevert retired from the State of Louisiana after 33 years of service. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and friend to all that she touched.

She is preceded in death by her parents, Curt J. and Hazel Armand Siemann of Cottonport. Marion Chenevert is survived by her husband of 49 years, Frank Chenevert, three children, Celeste Chenevert Murphy (Scott A. Murphy) of Baton Rouge, Stephanie Chenevert Ray of Alexandria and Frank 0. MARKSVILLE WEEKLY Chenevert, bf Jackson, Mississippi; two grandchildren, Corey Murphy and Tara Murphy; close family friend, Barbara Rayford; and numerous nieces and nephews.

Pallbearers were Frank O. Chenevert, Robert Palermo, Corey Murph, Lane Jeansonne, Todd Rougeau and Danny Joffrion. Honorary Pallbearers were Lester Gremillion and W. Clarence Melcher. Notes of condolence may be sent online at kramerfu- Mary Clark HESSMER Funeral services celebrating the life of Mrs.

Mary Rister Clark were held at 10:00 a.m., Tuesday, December 21, 2010 in the Chapel of Hixson Brothers, Alexandria, with the Reverend Don Monk officiating. Interment was held in Mora Cemetery. Mrs. Clark, age 66, Hessmer, formerly of Creedmoor, North Carolina, passed from this life Saturday, December, 18, 2010, at Valley View Nursing Center, Marksville. She is preceded in death by her husband, Robert David Clark; and daughters, Robin Clark and Cindy Clark.

She leaves to cherish her memory, her sons, Dale Clark (Starla) of Hessmer and Jonathan Clark (Amy) of Creedmoor, North Carolina; a brother, Aubrey Rister of Mora; grandchildren, Wesley Clark, Justin Clark, Savannah Lee Clark, Robert David Clark, Victoria Lee Clark; and a host of other family members and friends. To extend on-line condolences to the Clark family, please contact us at www.hixsonbrothers.com. Josephine Jones MARKSVILLE Funeral services for Mrs. Josephine B. (Mae) Jones were held at Holy Ghost Catholic Church in Marksville Saturday, December 18, 2010 at 10:30 a.m.

with Father Thomas Paul officiating. Interment was held in the Faith Mission Church Cemetery in Gum Ridge. Arrangements are held under the direction of Hixson Brothers Funeral Home in Marksville. Mrs. Jones, age 84, of Marksville, passed away on Sunday, December 12, 2010 in Marksville.

She is survived by four sons, Samuel Jones, Marksville, Lonnie Jones of Palmetto. Calvin Jones of New Orleans, Robert Jones of Denver, Colorado; two daughters, Ethel Ford of Marksville and Florence Bonton of Marksville; four brothers, Clarence Batiste of Houston, Texas, Narcisse Batiste of Bunkie, Mickey Batiste of Marksville and Newman Batiste of Dallas, Texas; three sisters, Geneva Wilson of Marksville, Marjorie Norman of Hessmer and Rosa Lee Lewis of Marksville; 25 grandchildren; 28 greatgrandchildren; and one great-great-grandchild. To extend online condolences to the Jones family, please visit our website at www.hixsonbrothers.com. Mary Lastrapes BUNKIE Funeral services for Mary Olla Lastrapes were scheduled at 11 a.m., Wednesday, December 22, 2010 at New Light Church of God with Brother Dale Fontenot officiating. Burial will be held at New Light Church of God Cemetery in Palmetto.

NEWS, 1 Thursday, December Arrangements are held under the direction of Escude Funeral Home. Mary Olla Lastrapes, age 91, of Bunkie, passed away Friday, December 17, 2010 her residence. She is preceded in death by her father, Pierre Rosifnon; mother, Adele Simien Rosignon; first husband, Clebert Robicheaux; husbands, Jim Fontenot and Andrew Lastrapes; and two daughters, Ola Mae Alpo and Earline Stewart. Survivors include her five daughters, Theresa Chambers of Opelousas, Mary Ann Griggs of Houston, Texas, Lee Anna Bush of Lebeau, Lena Franklin of Bunkie and Lorane Fontenot of Lemoyen; eight, sons, J.C. Robicheaux of Livingston, Texas, Leroy Robicheaux of Houston, Texas, Joseph Russell Robicheaux of Opelousas, Leo Robicheaux of Houston, Texas, Lee Allen Robicheaux of Houston, Texas, Calvin Robicheaux of Opelousas, Frank Fontenot of Lemoyen and Jesse Fontenot; 51 grandchildren; 108 greatgrandchildren; and 28 great-great-grandchildren.

en. Visitation was scheduled at New Light Church of God, Palmetto, Wednesday, December 22 from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. Perry Lemoine SIMMESPORT Funeral services for Perry Lemoine were held Saturday, December 11, 2010 the Christ the King Catholic Church of Simmesport, beginning at 11:00 a.m., with Fr. Dan Corkery officiating.

Burial services were held at the Jacoby Baptist Cemetery. Services and funeral arrangements are held under the direction of Funeral Home. Perry Lemoine, age Simmesport, pas seat away. on Friday, December 10. 2010.

He is preceded in death by his father, Raymond Lemoine; and brother, Terry Lemoine. He is survived by his wife, Adele Lemoine of Simmesport; mother, Edna Heatherwick Coursey of Lettsworth; sisters, Susan Green of Shreveport, Judy Coursey of Shreveport; brother, Rodger Coursey of Lettsworth; nephews, Steven Lemoine of Simmesport and Scott Lemoine of Simmesport; uncle, B.F. Lemoine (Myrtle) of Simmesport; aunt, Jenny Corbin; grandnieces, Sophia Lemoine of Simmesport and Lila Lemoine of Simmesport. Roosevelt Mayes BUNKIE- Funeral services for Roosevelt Mayes were held at 10 a.m., Saturday, December 18, 2010 in the Chapel of Melancon Funeral Home, Bunkie with Sister Rose Pierite officiating. Burial was held in Jerusalem 23, 2010, Section 11, Page 3 Mayes, 47, of Cottonport, passed away on Monday, December 13, 2010 as the result of an accident.

He was an employee of Diamond Disposal, Survivors include one son, Roosevelt Mayes, of Bunkie; four daughters, Victoria Thomas, Marlina Lacarte, Erica Lacarte and Deidri Lacarte, all of Bunkie; five sisters, Deidri Mayes, Gloria Hayes, LeeAnn Mayes and Mary Washington, all of Marksville; three brothers, Roger Mayes and Mayes of Bunkie, and Danny Mayes of Beaumont, Texas; and 13 grandchildren. 2015 Joseph Adams SIMMESPORT Funeral services for Joseph Adams were held Saturday, December 18, 2010 at Christ the King Catholic Church of Simmesport, beginning at 1:00 p.m. Burial services were held at the Christ the King Cemetery in Simmesport. Services and funeral arrangements are held the direction of Funeral Home. Joseph Adams, age 26, of Simmesport, passed away on Thursday, December 16, 2010.

He was very much loved by everyone that crossed his path, and will truly be missed by all. He will be remembered for his love of hunting, fishing, and being outdoors. He will also be remembered for the excitement he had watching Dallas Cowboys football. He is preceded in death by his grandparents, Albert "Judge" and Grace Kimble, and Charley F. Adams, Sr.

He is survived by his parents, Anita Mayeaux of Marksville and Jimmy Adams of Simmesport; brothers, Devin Adams of Simmesport, Christopher Dupont, of Mansura and Cody Gunnells of New Orleans; sisters, Paige Adams and Ciera Dupont, both of Marksville; grandparents, Lynn and Natalie Scallan, and Edison Mayeaux, all of Plaucheville. He is also survived by his girlfriend and her son, Haley Arnouville and Brandon along with numerous aunts, uncles, cousins and life long friends. Those honored to serve as pallbearers were his brothers and close family. Florida Bardwell MARKSVILLE Funeral services for Mrs. Florida Bardwell were held at 11 a.m., Monday, December 20, 2010 at St.

Joseph Catholic Church in Marksville. Entombment was held at St. Joseph Mausoleum Arrangements were held under the direction of Hixson Brothers Funeral Home of Marksville. Mrs. Bardwell, age 89, of Marksville, passed away Monday, December 13, 2010 at Valley View Nursing Home in Marksville.

Survivors include three sons, Charles Anthony Bardwell of Norwalk, California, Olyan John Bardwell of Marksville and Clifton Gerald Bardwell of Virginia; two daughters, Martie Camardella of Freedom, California and Debie Bardwell of Ventura, California; one sister, Sybil Culver of Ventura, California; 17 grandchildren; 20 great-grandchildren; and 18 great- grandchildren. Tom Tibbs, Jr. MORROW Funeral services for Tom Tibbs, were conducted on Monday, December 20, 2010 at 12 noon from the Little Rock Baptist Church in Morrow with the Rev. Melvin Jackson officiating. Interment was held in the Little Rock Baptist Church Cemetery.

Arrangements were held under the direc-, tion of W.A. White Funeral Home of Alexandria. Tibbs, age 81, of Cheneyville, entered into Evelyn Bate Mitchell HESSMER A Mass of Christian Burial for Evelyn Bordelon Mitchell was held at 10:30 a.m., Monday, December 20, 2010 at St. Alphonsus Catholic Church with Fr. Edwin Rodriquez officiating.

Entombment was held in the St. Alphonsus Mausoleum under the direction of Melancon Funeral Home, Bunkie. Mrs. Mitchell, age 91, of Hessmer, passed away on Friday, December 17, 2010 in the Hessmer Nursing Home. She was born on December 14, 1919.

She is preceded in death by her husband, Amet Mitchell; and a daughter, Geneva Mitchell. Survivors include one son, Donald Mitchell of Aurora, Colorado; two daughters, Evelyn McMullan of Hessmer and Karen Daye of Denver, Colorado; seven grandchildren, Amy McMullan, Joshua Daye, Jesse Daye, Kathryn Rose Daye, Keith Mitchell, Scott Mitchell and Kyle, Mitchell; six greatand four great Please share sympathies, and condolences at www.melanconfunerals.co m. Albert Young CHENEYVILLEFuneral services for Albert J. Young were held at 11 a.m., Saturday, December 18, 2010, in Edgefield Baptist Church, Cheneyville with 0.0 Pastor Melvin Jackson officiating. Internment was held in the church cemetery, under the directions of Progressive Funeral Home, Bunkie.

Mr. Young, age 68, of Cheneyville, passed away Friday, December 10, 2010 in his residence. Those left to cherish hic memory include his sons, Baron Young of Indianapolis, Indiana, Calvin and Mikel Young, both of Dallas, Texas and Eric Young of Cheneyville; brother, Earnest Ross of Hessmer; sister, Marie James of Dallas, Texas; 16 grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren. Cemetery. Have a news tip or story idea? Call the Marksville Weekly News or The Bunkie Record at 318-253-5413 or 318-346-7251.

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