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02/17/2026

William Thomas Walker

William Thomas Walker, 58, of Start, LA was born February 2, 1968 in Monroe, LA and passed away Monday, February 16, 2026 at his residency in Start, LA. A memorial service will be held at a later date.

Mr. William was a great dad, with beautiful voice. He was a big man – tall, and impossible to miss. But what truly made him larger than life was his heart. He was preceded in death by his parents, Randall and Edna Walker; and nephew, Jordan Walker Gooding.

Survivors include his daughter, Shelby Walker of Start, LA; stepson, Lauten Walsworth (Jessica); step grandchildren, Caden Walsworth and Caylee Walsworth; siblings, Juanita Gooding of Monroe, LA, Randy Walker (Lou) of Gilbert, LA, and Audrey Walker of Celina, TX; numerous nieces and nephews.

Condolences may be left at brownholleyfuneralhomes.com.

02/11/2026

Sarah "Tut" Margret Bolton

Sarah Margret Bolton, affectionately known as “Tut”, passed away peacefully on February 10, 2026 surrounded by family. She was preceded in death by her parents, Jamie and Susie Boies, her brothers, James Reese and Lannie Boies, her beloved husband, George, W. Bolton Jr., her son, George W Bolton III, and daughter-in-law, Debi Bolton. She is survived by her daughter, Susan Hoychick and husband Johnny of Rayville, Mary Lynn Bolton Bruyninckx and Joe of Rayville, Jimmy Bolton and wife Julie of Texarkana, AR, son, Jeff Bolton of Monroe, LA.

Grandchildren: Johnny B. Hoychick and Becky of Rayville, Danny Hoychick and Michelle of Houma, LA, Timothy Hoychick and Jennifer of Rayville, Bryan Bolton and Rachel of Nashville, TN, Caleb Bolton and Amy of Jacksonville TX, Sarah Ann Shields and Fred of Monroe, Jamie Bolton and Lindsay of Shreveport, LA, John Bolton and Jessica of Texarkana, AR, April Bolton Perault of Baton Rouge, Jordan McWilliams and Patrick of Monroe.

She is also survived by 30 great grandchildren and 2 great-great grandchildren.

Tut was born July 24, 1924. She spent her early childhood living in the Mangham, Louisiana area. Her family later moved to Rayville where she graduated. She then attended Louisiana College in Pineville. After graduation, she returned to Rayville and worked at the Richland Parish Clerks office. It was at this job, she first met the love of her life, who was practicing law after returning from World War II. They immediately fell in love and were married within six weeks!

Tut was a devout Christian, who radiated the light and love of Jesus her entire life. A lifelong member of First Baptist Church Rayville, she served in numerous roles and positions, including Sunday School teacher, Bible study leader/teacher, WMU, GA’s and numerous ministries through the years.

Tut, along with her daughter Susan, were instrumental in starting a local women’s prison ministry which lasted for 22 years. A team of ladies went weekly to lead worship services and teach the Word of God to the incarcerated ladies. This ministry dissolved when females were no longer housed there.

A dream she had came to reality 13 years ago when she renovated a large room in her house, turning it into a Prayer Room. She started a ladies Prayer Group, which continues to meet weekly in her home. Tut enjoyed a special bond and love for these ladies. She also had a passion for “the lost” accompanied with a boldness to share Jesus with anyone willing to listen!

Pallbearers were her grandsons.

The family would like to express special thanks and appreciation to Dr. Kevin Carlisle for his wonderful care through the years. They also would like to thank Premiere Hospice for their kind and caring services. A very special thanks to all of those who have provided outstanding care over the last year: Sholonda Miller, Tonya Williams, Tammi Miller, Ann Mack, Rebeka Johnson, Jaylon Barker, Richalian Miller.

Services were held at 2:00 PM Sunday February 15,2026 at First Baptist Church Rayville. Visitation was from 12:30 PM until service time, under the direction of Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Rayville, LA.

In lieu of flowers memorials can be made to Mission Dignity, which provides finances for needy bi-vocational pastors and their widows after their retirement, Mission Dignity, PO Box 673001, Dallas, TX 75267-9734 or to Louisiana Baptist Children’s Home.

Condolences may be left at brownholleyfuneralhomes.com.

02/11/2026

Verna Louise Trahan

Funeral services for Verna Louise Trahan, 85, of Rayville, LA were held at 11:00 AM, Thursday, February 12, 2026 at First Baptist Church, Rayville, LA with Dr. Justin Clark officiating. Interment was in the Sacred Heart Catholic Cemetery, Oakdale, LA under the direction of Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Rayville, LA.

Ms. Verna was born October 19, 1940 in Oakdale, LA and passed away Monday, February 9, 2026 in Rayville, LA. She was preceded in death by her husband of 41 years, John Trahan; stepdaughter, Dale Scallan; step great grandson, Eli Branch; sister, Billie Hagemeier; and parents, Vernon Conway and Myrtis Johnson.

Survivors include her children, Jenny Branch (Ken) of Rayville, LA and Randy Trahan of Long Beach, CA; step-daughter, Patty Fuselier (Bobby) of Maurice, LA; grandchildren, Blake Branch (Taylor), Haleigh Petit (Matthew), and Erin Williams (Samuel); great grandchildren, Molly Branch, Lincoln Branch, Tucker Petit, Kendall Petit and Leighton Williams; step granddaughter, Nikkole Branch; step great grandchildren, Mallory Branch, Katelyn Branch and Ty Branch; siblings, Toni Melton and Tobi Hathorn; and numerous nieces and nephews.

Pallbearers were Matthew Petit, Blake Branch, Ken Branch, Samuel Williams, Ty Branch, and Dan Branch.

Condolences may be left at brownholleyfuneralhomes.com.

02/03/2026

Glenda "Michele" Black O'Deay

Michele was born April 15, 1956 in Delhi, LA and passed away peacefully Monday, February 2, 2026 while in the hospital.

Mrs. O’Deay dedicated her life to her family. She was always available when one of us might need help, a shoulder to lean on, or just someone to listen. She was always involved in her boy’s extra-curricular activities; there wasn’t any event she would miss. She enjoyed sewing, crotchet, painting, there wasn’t a craft that she disliked, she also enjoyed spending hours on the phone talking about anything and everything to her sister.

Michele was preceded in death by her parents, James and Melva Black; husband, Kraig B O’Deay; sisters, Jamie Allison Black and Julie Lynette Casares.

Survivors include her sons, Justin Keith Black of Rayville and Jeremy Daniel Black of Rayville; special daughter, Rachel Ann Black of Rayville; brother, Bradley Keith Black of Vermont; brother-in-law, Juan Casares of Texas; grandchildren, Daniel Black, LeeAnna Black and Skylar Black; former sister-in-law, Tracy Black; and a host of nieces, nephews, great nieces and great nephews.

Michele’s wishes are to be cremated and spread together with her husband by her boys at a later date.
A celebration of her life will be held at a later date.

Condolences may be left at brownholleyfuneralhomes.com.

02/02/2026

James Elkins

Memorial services for James Ray Elkins, 74, of Bastrop, LA will be held at a later date.

Mr. James was born October 1, 1951 in Rayville, LA and passed away Saturday, January 31, 2026 in Shreveport, LA. He was preceded in death by his parents, J. W. and Irma Elkins; siblings, Lena Wilder, Bessie Caronne, and John Elkins, Jr.

Survivors include his wife of 30 years, Betty Grice Elkins; daughter, Tessa Elkins Ibarra (Jose); step-son, Sam Grice (Ben); grandchildren, Layla Ibarra; William Anderson; Ruby Ibarra Nunez (David); siblings, Juanita Saucier; Mary Ovdiyenko; Helen Cramer; Rosie Clark; numerous nieces and nephews.

Condolences may be left at brownholleyfuneralhomes.com.

01/20/2026

Jeff M. Golliher

Funeral services for Jeff M. Golliher, 85, of Alexandria, LA were held at 2:00 PM, Friday, January 23, 2026 at Brown-Holley Funeral Chapel, Rayville, LA with Bro. Shawn Corley officiating. Interment was the Stevenson Cemetery, Rayville, LA under the direction of Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Rayville, LA.

Mr. Jeff was born October 28, 1940 in Rayville, LA and passed away Sunday, January 18, 2026 in Alexandria, LA after a lengthy illness.

Jeff was formerly employed by the Union Pacific Railroad for 54 years. He was preceded in death by his brother, Pat Golliher, sister-in-law, Dot Golliher; and parents, William and Nannie Golliher.

Survivors include his children, Brenda Golliher of Bellevue, NE and Tammy Golliher of Alexandria, LA; grandchildren, Sara Panepinto Weelborg (Trent), Donald Panepinto, II, and Alexis Golliher; great grandchildren, Madeline Weelborg and Camila Dauzat; niece, Pam Golliher; nephew, Bill Golliher (Virginia); mother of his children, Janet Dauzat Golliher; fur babies, Buddy Boy and Kitty Mama; and numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins.

Condolences may be left at brownholleyfuneralhomes.com.

01/13/2026

Jennifer Lisaette Jones Lingefelt

Funeral services for Jennifer Lisaette Jones Lingefelt, 44, of Epps, LA were held at 2:00 PM, Saturday, January 17, 2026 at Epps Baptist Church, Epps, LA with Bro. Alvin Stowe, Bro. Bobby Arnold, and Bro. Robin Cox officiating. Interment was in the Epps Cemetery, Epps, LA under the direction of Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Rayville, LA.

Jennifer was born October 24, 1981 in Lindsay, OK and passed away Saturday, January 10, 2026 with her family at her residence in Epps, LA.

Jennifer was preceded in death by her mother, Irene Jones; brother, Jody Ponder; sister, Janet Jesalink; father-in-law, Larry Lingefelt; nieces, Alexis Paige Jones and Sydney Lingefelt; and a host aunts and uncles.

Survivors include her husband of 22 years, Chris Lingefelt; daughters, Morgan Lingefelt, Megan Lingefelt, and Marlee Lingefelt; dad, James Lewis; father, Charles Jones and wife, Linda; mother-in-law, Patsy Lingefelt; brother-in-law, Adam Lingefelt and wife, Sarah; sister-in-law, Angelina Ponder; brother-in-law, Shane Jesalink; nieces and nephews, Willow Ponder, Candance Millwood, Abel Lingefelt, Owen Lingefelt, Carson Nettles, McKenzie Lingefelt, Ryder Lingefelt, and Cash Lingefelt; and numerous aunts, uncles, and cousins.

Pallbearers were John Boleware, Joey Boleware, Kyle Clack, Brad Lingefelt, Josh Wilhite, B.J. Moore, Homer Stewart, and Mark Deere.

Condolences may be left at brownholleyfuneralhomes.com.

01/12/2026

Shannon Chriceol

Graveside services for Michael Shannon Chriceol, 56, of Rayville, LA were held at 3:30 PM, Wednesday, January 14, 2026 at Start Cemetery, Start, LA with Bro. Claude Mercer officiating under the direction of Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Rayville, LA.

Shannon was born April 16, 1969 in West Monroe, LA and passed away Friday, January 9, 2026 in Rayville, LA. He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Henry J. Chriceol and Eva Elaine Chriceol and grandfather, Douglas Hardy

Survivors include his parents, Noel and Sandra Chriceol of Rayville, LA; sister, Jennifer Dannehl (Patrick Ivy) of Swartz, LA; nieces, Megan Melton of Reno, NV and Olivia Dannehl of Swartz, LA; grandmother, Ruth Hardy of Rayville, LA; and numerous aunts, uncles and cousins.

Pallbearers were Patrick Ivy, Chris Ivy, Rene Deleon, Ricky Smith, Cody Haggard, and Jim Archibald.

Condolences may be left at brownholleyfuneralhomes.com.

12/30/2025

Dr. Ernest Edward Quimby, Jr.

Ernest Edward Quimby Jr., known to many as Dr. Ed Quimby, passed away peacefully on Friday, December 26th at The Crossing Clarity Hospice in Baton Rouge.

Ernest lived a life marked by discipline, achievement, and dedication—both on the pitcher’s mound and in his professional career. A gifted athlete from a young age, he graduated from Rayville High School in 1961, where he distinguished himself as a standout pitcher and earned All-State honors in baseball that same year. He continued his baseball career as a 1963 All-Conference pitcher at NLSC, later going on to pitch as a relief pitcher in Minor League Baseball within the San Francisco Giants organization—a testament to his talent, work ethic, and competitive spirit.

Following his athletic pursuits, Ed turned his focus to academics and medicine. He studied General Studies at Northeast Louisiana University, Class of 1972, and completed Pre-Medical and Pre-Dental studies at ULM. He went on to earn his Doctorate of Dental Surgery from LSU Health School of Dentistry, graduating on May 31, 1976.

Dr. Quimby practiced general dentistry in Baton Rouge for over 40 years, dedicating his career to serving his community with compassion, integrity, and commitment to patient care. His practice touched generations of families, and he was deeply respected by patients and colleagues alike.
Ed later remarried Suet Winnie Quimby, with whom he shared companionship and support. He is survived by his twin daughters, Dr. Keleigh Q. Lascari, DDS and Kendahl C. Quimby, BCO, FASO. He was a proud grandfather to Mason Swenson, Cohen Lascari, and Jack Lascari, who brought him immense joy and pride.

Dr. Quimby will be remembered for his strength, determination, and the lasting impact he made—on the baseball field, in his dental practice, and most importantly, within his family.

Visitation was held on Saturday, January 3, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. open to the public at Brown-Holley Funeral Home. Followed by a graveside service at Greer Cemetery at 12:00 p.m.

Condolences may be left at brownholleyfuneralhomes.com.

12/27/2025

Ronnie Lynn Hutson

Funeral services for Ronnie Lynn Hutson, 69, of Start, LA were held at 2:00 PM, Monday, December 29, 2025 at Brown-Holley Funeral Chapel, Rayville, LA with Bro. Keith Evans officiating. Interment was in the Mulhearn Memorial Park, Monroe, LA under the direction of Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Rayville, LA.

Ronnie was born November 17, 1956 in Winnsboro, LA and passed away Thursday, December 25, 2025 in Monroe, LA.

Ronnie was a member of the Archibald Church of Christ. He enjoyed going hunting and fishing and spending time with his family. He was preceded in death by his parents, Noble and Bobbie Jean Hutson; daughter, Tracey Hutson Temple; and brother, Noble Wayne Hutson.

Survivors include his children, Michael E. Hutson, Sr. (Misty) of Start, LA and Jessie Hutson, Sr. (Kara Jo) of Kyle, TX; grandchildren, Michaela Hutson, Michael Hutson, Jr., Marra Beth Hutson, Mavery Rose Hutson, Christopher Temple, Jr., Jessie Lynn Hutson, Jr,, Austin Chase Hutson, and Alex Parker Hutson; great grandson, Hendrix Lee Carpenter and one on the way; sister, Donna Jean Singley; mother of his children, Beatrice Parker Hutson; and a host of nieces, nephews, and other family members.

Pallbearers were Michael Paul Raney, Brad Waller, Jessie Hutson, Jr., Michael Hutson, Jr., Jackie Wilson, Jr., and Austin Hutson.

Condolences may be left at brownholleyfuneralhomes.com.

12/26/2025

Jerry Dale Lewis

Funeral services for Jerry Dale Lewis, 61, of Start, LA were held at 2:00 PM, Sunday, December 28, 2025 at Brown-Holley Funeral Chapel, Rayville, LA with Bro. Daniel Goodman officiating. Interment was in Bethel Cemetery, Holly Ridge, LA under the direction of Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Rayville, LA.

Jerry was born March 14, 1964 in Monroe, LA and passed away Wednesday, December 24, 2025 at his home in Start, LA.

Jerry was affiliated with Maranatha Baptist Church. He enjoyed going hunting and fishing. He loved to spend time with his family especially his sons and grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his mother, Bonnie Bell Lewis; and sister, Vickie Jones.

Survivors include his wife of 32 years, Virginia Lewis of Start, LA; sons, Christopher Leyse of Hot Springs, AR, Shawn Leyse (Jenny) of Minden, LA, and Cody Odom (Randyl) of Columbia, LA; grandchildren, Dokata, La`Mya, Aamyia, Tucker, and Ryleigh; siblings, Robert Garrett, Linda Jane Garrett, Jackie Garrett, James Lewis, and Dewayne Lewis; numerous nieces and nephews; and longtime family friend, Andre` Borowski.

Pallbearers were Stevie Overstreet, Tony Overstreet, Mike Funderburk, Alvin Jones, Thomas Jones, and Kevin Graham.

Condolences may be left at brownholleyfuneralhomes.com.

12/24/2025

Perry Adair Ellington

Memorial services for Perry Adair Ellington, 68, of Mangham, LA were held at 2:00 PM, Friday, December 26, 2025 at Brown-Holley Funeral Chapel, Rayville, LA with Bro. John Skinner.

Perry was born August 5, 1957 and passed away Tuesday, December 23, 2025 in Alexandria, LA.

Perry was a member of the Archibald Church of Christ where he was the song leader for many years. he would travel to wherever there was a singing. He was the custodian and bus driver for many schools, Mangham, Rayville, Archibald, and Riverfield. He also drove the bus for Softball and Baseball games. Perry was a member of Mangham Fire Department. He had many loves. His pride and joy were his grandson, Zeke Ellington and his granddaughter, Eva Ellington and his nieces and nephews and all the rest of his family. Perry was preceded in death by his parents, George and Betty Ellington; and brother, Gene Ellington.

Survivors include his wife of 21 years, Debra Smith Ellington of Mangham, LA; son, Chris Ellington of Mangham, LA; grandchildren, Ezekiel Ellington and Eva Ellington; sister, Candy Rodriguez (Chris) of Choudrant, LA; brother, Roger Ellington (Zona) of Baskin, LA; and a host of nieces and nephews.

Condolences may be left at brownholleyfuneralhomes.com.

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