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Brown-Holley Funeral Homes, 603 Francis Street, Rayville, LA (2025)

09/13/2025

Jean Tarver

Graveside services for Jean Tarver, 85, of Sulphur, LA formerly of Rayville, LA were held at 2:00 PM, Sunday, September 14, 2025 at Bethel Cemetery, Holly Ridge, LA with Bro. Roger Temple officiating under the direction of Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Rayville, LA.

Jean was born November 15, 1939 in Post, TX and passed away Thursday, September 11, 2025 in Sulphur, LA. She was preceded in death by her husband of 51 years, Huey Tarver; parents, Travis and Thelma Selmon; 2-brothers and 2-sisters.

Survivors include her children, Brenda “BJ” Greer (Jeffrey), Mark Tarver (Belinda), Juanita Gilbert (Kenneth), Douglas Tarver, and Brandon Tarver (Renea); 11-grandchildern and 8-great grandchildren; sisters, Nelda Lee and Billie Parker; and numerous nieces and nephews.

Pallbearers were Nick Greer, Zeb Greer, Mark Tarver, Brandon Tarver, Alex Gilbert, and Chance Tarver.

Honorary pallbearers were Jason Tarver, Jessica Garon, Natalie Tarver, Veronica Tarver, Maria Deville, Dillon Tarver, and Shane Tarver.

In lieu of flowers or plants, the family asks that donations be made to the Bethel Baptist Church Cemetery fund.

Condolences may be left at brownholleyfuneralhomes.com.

09/10/2025

Lauren Lynelle Raney-Yelverton

Memorial services for Lauren Lynelle Raney-Yelverton, 41, of Rayville, LA were held 11:00 AM, Saturday, September 13, 2025 at Cedar Baptist Church, Archibald, LA.

Lauren was born March 23, 1984 in Brookhaven, MS and passed away Tuesday, September 9, 2025 in Monroe, LA. She was preceded in death by her parents, Paul and Carole Raney.

Survivors include her husband of 8 years, Michael Yelverton of Rayville, LA; son, Rowdy Thomas Yelverton of Rayville, LA; sister, Rusti Rippy and husband, Chris of Brookhaven, MS; and nephews, Gage Rippy and Braxton Rippy.

Condolences may be left at brownholleyfuneralhomes.com.

09/09/2025

Jeanette Graham Barrier

Funeral services for Jeanette Graham Barrier, 85, of Rayville, LA were held at 2:00 PM, Thursday, September 11, 2025 at the United Pentecostal Church of Bastrop with Rev. Dwight Fulton officiating. Interment was in McKnight Cemetery, Holly Ridge, LA under the direction of Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Rayville, LA.

Mrs. Jeanette was born November 30, 1939 in Darnell, LA and passed away Tuesday, September 9, 2025 in Rayville, LA.

She was preceded in death by her first husband, John A. Graham; daughter, Lydia Graham Robin; sons, Rickey Graham and Johnny Graham; grandchildren, Jennifer Magee and Sean Michael Robin; parents, Oscar and Rachel Rawls; and brother, David Rawls.

Survivors include her husband, Naaman Barrier of Rayville, LA; grandchildren, Angeleah Graham Simmons (Dustin) of Rayville, LA, John Graham of Monroe, LA, Joshua Graham (Ariel), and Joseph Graham of Monroe, LA; great grandchildren, Landon Graham Magee, Samuel Simmons, Graham Simmons, Analeigh Simmons, Kaden Graham, Cooper Graham, Abigail Graham, Hallie Graham, Olivia Graham, Rylee Graham, Katelyn Graham, Jeb Walls, and Rhett Graham; sister, Anita Brock (Tony); brothers, Joel Rawls, Daniel Rawls, and Tommy Rawls (Joyce); and numerous nieces and nephews.

Pallbearers were Ronald Rawls, Heath Rawls, Jody Rawls, Neal Rawls, Jason Brock, Lyles Rawls, and Jamie Rawls.

Condolences may be left at brownholleyfuneralhomes.com.

09/09/2025

Donald "Papa" Olivo

Graveside services for Donald “Papa” Olivo, 73, of Start, LA were held at 12:30 PM, Friday, September 12, 2025 at Start Cemetery, Start, LA with Bro. Bill Lewis officiating under the direction of Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Rayville, LA.

Donald was born July 13, 1952 in Monroe, LA and passed away Monday, September 8, 2025 in Monroe, LA.

Donald spent most of his life farming. He loved fishing, especially running yo-yos on Clear Lake. Also, he loved watching the squirrels and humming birds in his yard and watching westerns on television, especially with Matt Dillon in the show. He was preceded in death by his parents, Herman and Beatrice Olivo; and granddaughter, Kassidy Edwards.

Survivors include his children, Donna Edwards (Sheldon) of Monroe, LA, Dianna Southall (Casey) of Bee Bayou, LA, and Dakota Olivo (Ashley) of Osawatomie, KS; grandchildren, Alyssa Landrum-Fuller (Luke), Carly Southall, Christian Olivo, Lydia Olivo, Morgan Olivo, and Jaxon Olivo; siblings, Ronald Olivo (Dianne), John Elkins (Nancy), Lester “Flint” Olivo, Linda Houston (Tony), and Debbie Newman (Randall); and numerous nieces and nephews

Pallbearers were Dakota Olivo, Casey Southall, Sheldon Edwards, Brandon Olivo, Kevin Elkins, and Danny Pritchard.

The family would like to give a special thank you to Dr. Thomas Williams and especially Jaleesa with Elara Caring.

Condolences may be left at brownholleyfuneralhomes.com.

09/07/2025

Mary Faye Hines Cooper

Funeral services for Mary Faye Hines Cooper, 90, of Mangham, LA were held at 10:00 AM, Wednesday, September 10, 2025 at Mangham First Assembly of God Church, Mangham, LA with Bro. David Moseley and Bro. Tim Zuber officiating. Interment was in Prewitt Cemetery, Mangham, LA under the direction of Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Rayville, LA.

Faye was born August 7, 1935 in Bolton, MS and passed away Saturday, September 6, 2025 surrounded by her family.

Faye was a member of the Mangham First Assembly of God Church. She retired from the General Motors Guide Light Plant in Monroe, LA. She was married to Clifton “Bully” Edward Hines who has preceded her in death. Also preceding her in death is her parents, JW and Zula Rowlin; brother, “Dub”; sisters, Ruth, Myrner, Myrlene, Celeste, and June; and stepdaughter, Kathy Hibbard.

Survivors include her husband, Wylie Alton Cooper of Mangham; children, Larry Hines and wife, Jean of Mangham, Sharon McDonald of Crowville, Carolyn Shanas of Mangham, Lynn Thompson and husband, Rusty of Monroe, Patti Ford of West Monroe, and Wayne Hines of Mangham; her precious cat, Gracie she raised with a bottle; stepchildren, Cindy Miller and husband, Mike, Mickey Alden and husband, Forest, Brian Cooper and wife, JoAnne; 18-grandchildren and step grandchildren; 28-great grandchildren and step great grandchildren; and 2-great-great granddaughters.

Pallbearers were Payton Wayne Hines, Brodey LeBeaux, Jonas Gilmore, James Hines, Dustin Posey, and Jaiden McDonald

Honorary pallbearers were Bill Cheek, Daniel Garcia, Jimmy McDonald, and Shane Hibbard.

Condolences may be left at brownholleyfuneralhomes.com.

08/24/2025

Laverne Meeks

Funeral services for Laverne Meeks, 90, of Shreveport, LA were held at 2:00 PM, Saturday, August 30, 2025 at Boeuf River Baptist Church, Rayville, LA with Rev. Gary Massey officiating. Interment was in the Stevenson Cemetery, Rayville, LA under the direction of Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Rayville, LA.

Mrs. Laverne was born April 19, 1935 in Rayville, LA and passed away Sunday, August 24, 2025 in Shreveport, LA surrounded by her family.

She was a member of Boeuf River Baptist Church and held many church offices through the years. She was preceded in death by her husband, Coach “Joe” Meeks; son, Coach “Dickey” Meeks; and parents, Lellage and Vernell Grantham.

Survivors include her children, Ken Meeks (Zoe) and Jolynn Fernandini (John); daughter-in-law, Debbie Meeks; grandchildren, Sonia Burleston (Jeremy), Jesse Hill (Matt), Ricky Joe Meeks (Lacey), Bo Meeks (Robin), Pat Roberts (Jason), Neal Papin (Ashley), Jennifer Sikes (Chase); great grandchildren, Molly, Ty, Raye, Grayson, Addie, Blake, Beckett, Slone, Emmy Jo, Avery, Emerson, Hudson, Kennison, Kelby, and Wilder; and a host of nieces and nephews.

Pallbearers will be Steve Adcock, Richard Freeland, Todd Rogers, Donnie Adcock, Mike Adcock, and Stuart King.

Honorary pallbearer were Coach Don King, Ridge Heisler, Mark Johnson, William Freeland, and George Barefield.

Condolences may be left at brownholleyfuneralhomes.com.

08/23/2025

Ted Ronald Seffens

Funeral services for Ted Ronald Seffens, 90, of Rayville, LA were held at 2:00 PM, Saturday, August 30, 2025 at First Baptist Church of Archibald, LA with Rev. Juri Thompson and Bro. Clyde Piercy officiating. Interment was in the Holly Ridge Baptist Cemetery, Holly Ridge, LA under the direction of Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Rayville, LA.

Ted was born March 7, 1935 in Monticello, IL and passed away Friday, August 22, 2025 in West Monroe, LA.

Ted was a member of First Baptist Church of Archibald. He was a veteran with the United States Air Force and loved spending time working in his garden. He was preceded in death by his wife, Mary Jane Seffens; granddaughter, Anna Gibson; parents, Harry William and Clara Mable Seffens.

Survivors include his children, Sharon Gibson and husband, David, Ronald Seffens, and Chad Seffens; grandchildren, Nick Seffens and wife, Marissa, Heather Romero and husband, Nick, Rayanna Seffens, Austin Seffens, Will Gibson and wife, Kendall, and Luke Gibson and fiancé, Madelynn; great grandchildren, Reed, Landry, and Oaklynn; and a host of nieces and nephews.

Pallbearers were Nick Seffens, Austin Seffens, Will Gibson, Luke Gibson, Nick Romero, and David Castleman.

Condolences may be left at brownholleyfuneralhomes.com.

08/20/2025

Tammy Lynn Carter

Memorial services for Tammy Lynn Carter, 52, of Delhi, LA were held at 3:00 PM, Saturday, August 30, 2025 at Brown-Holley Funeral Chapel, Rayville, LA with Christy Kennedy officiating.

Tammy was born November 29, 1972 in Greenville, TX and passed away Wednesday, August 20, 2025 with her family at her residence in Delhi, LA.

She was preceded in death by her paternal grandparents, Jake and Margaret Carter; uncle, Thomas Carter; and maternal grandparents, Johnny Lee Tatum and Mary Lane.

Tammy was a caregiver for 30 years with a heart of gold. She was a dedicated servant for many giving all she had for her patients and her family. Her big blue eyes, her natural beauty and her loving heart captivated everyone she met. Tammy was diagnosed with Stage 4 Cervical Cancer in August 2024, yet she continued to care for her special friend and patient, Joyce until July of 2025, even as she was suffering. She loved the Lord with all of her heart and grew closer to Him in her final year. She met her Savior, on August 20, 2025 in the presence of her “first best friend” and sister Christy peacefully and prepared where she now waits to be reunited with her loved ones.

Survivors include her children, Brittany Nichole Webster, Skyler Puckett, and Khasie Puckett; parents, Jerry and Debra Carter; sisters, Sherry Carter and Christy Kennedy and husband, David; grandchildren, Michael Shane Edwards, K.J. Webster, and Kyra Webster; nieces and nephews, Bridgett Russell, Raven Ingram, Jacob Caraway, Sarah Caraway, and Kylee-Beth Crumley; great nephews, Hudson Lenard and Weston Lingefelt; great niece, Lena-Kate Lingefelt; and numerous aunts, uncles, and cousins.

Condolences may be left at brownholleyfuneralhomes.com.

08/20/2025

Ronald Ben Gonzales

Memorial services for Ronald Ben Gonzales, 88, of Rayville, LA were held at 2:00 PM, Saturday, August 23, 2025 at Woodlawn Baptist Church, Rayville, LA with Bro. Charles Ellzey and Mr. Terry Richardson officiating under the direction of Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Rayville, LA.

Mr. Ronald was born February 9, 1937 in Monroe, LA and passed away Wednesday, August 20, 2025 in Rayville, LA.

He was a member of Woodlawn Baptist Church. He was preceded in death by his wife, Nelmarie Gonzales; parents, John and Florine Gonzales; mother and father-in-law, Charlie and Fannie Gammill; brothers-in-law, Hoss Gammill and Roy Richardson; and nephews, Steve Richardson and Randy Richardson.

Survivors include his children, Carmen E. Gonzales of Rayville, LA and John “J.C.” Charles Gonzales of Rayville, LA; sister, Jonnie Rae Richardson; brother, Ramon and Donna Gonzales; and several nieces and nephews.

The family would like to thank Dr. Matthew Prine and the Northeast Louisiana Health Center staff and Richardson Medical Center staff for all the great care they gave Mr. Ronald.

Visitation was from 1:00 PM till 2:00 PM, Saturday, August 23, 2025 at Woodlawn Baptist Church, Rayville, LA.

Condolences may be left at brownholleyfuneralhomes.com.

08/18/2025

Willard "Bill" William Henson

Funeral services for Willard “Bill” William Henson, 95, of Carriere, MS were held at 1:00 PM, Friday, August 22, 2025 at Brown-Holley Funeral Chapel, Rayville, LA with Bro. Robert Wells officiating. Interment was in the Stevenson Cemetery, Rayville, LA under the direction of Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Rayville, LA.

Bill was born March 7, 1930 in Rayville, LA and passed away Sunday, August 17, 2025 in Carriere, MS. He was preceded in death by his wife, Alice Geneva Henson; parents, Lee and Martha Henson; and brothers, Earl Henson and Hershel Henson.

Survivors include his children, Estelle Wells (Robert), Mary Lou Nassans, Willard Henson, Jr. (Ruthie), Roy V. Henson (Cathy), Shirley A. Leon; and Roy V. Henson, II; 18-grandchildren; numerous great grandchildren and step great grandchildren; siblings, Vivian Jefferies, Nadine Cork, and Hulet Henson; and numerous nieces and nephews.

Pallbearers were Johnny Bell, Dewayne Henson, Roy Henson, Hulet Henson, Robert Wells, and Nina Bumpers.

Condolences may be left at brownholleyfuneralhomes.com.

08/13/2025

Kenneth "Ken" Ray Sanders, Jr.

Memorial services for Kenneth “Ken” Ray Sanders, Jr., 48, of Rayville, Louisiana were held at 2:00 PM, Friday, August 15, 2025 at Brown-Holley Funeral Chapel, Rayville, Louisiana with Bro. Chris Crawford officiating.

Ken was born August 3, 1976 in Monroe, Louisiana and passed away on Friday, July 25, 2025 in Rayville, Louisiana.
Ken is preceded in death by his mother, Linda Carroll Parker; maternal grandparents, Lit and Mildred Carroll; paternal grandparents, Lonnie and Dorothy Sanders.

Survivors include his father, Kenneth “Ken” Sanders, Sr.; siblings, Mike Sanders and wife, Amelia, Dustin Sanders and wife, Heather, Stacy Self and husband, Austin; step father, Joe Parker; nieces and nephews, Colby, Cameron, Connor, Aubrey, Brody, Zoey, Zayne, Emma Grace; best friend, Donald Stephens; numerous aunts, uncles, and cousins.

Condolences may be left at brownholleyfuneralhomes.com.

08/11/2025

James H. Townsend, Jr.

Memorial services for James H. Townsend, Jr., 81, of West Monroe, LA were held at 2:00 PM, Wednesday, August 13, 2025 at Zebedee Baptist Church, Rayville, LA with Bro. Jason Foust officiating.

Mr. James was born Sept 23, 1943 in Oak Ridge, LA and passed away Monday, August 11, 2025 in West Monroe, LA. He was preceded in death by his parents, James and Jewell Townsend; and sister Anna Hester.

Survivors include his sons, Jeremy Townsend (Holly) and Alan Townsend; grandchildren, Alex Calhoun (Catcher), Brenden Townsend, Sarrah Townsend, and Troy Townsend; great grandson, Archer Calhoun; siblings, Sherman Townsend (Lou), Roland Townsend (Gloria), Bessie Temple, George Townsend (Deloris), Doris Reiger, Pat Thomas, Benny Townsend (Im), Johnny Mac Townsend (Roxanne), and Dianne Hamm; and numerous nieces and nephews.

Condolences may be left at brownholleyfuneralhomes.com.

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