White Oaks Funeral Home LLC

03/14/2025

March 14, 2025

Considering the events of yesterday’s mass postings and events, there is only half truths. People can believe what they want, but as we all know, there are two sides to every story. We are all reading these malicious half-truths and misconstrued stories. There were extenuating circumstances that led to the complaints. What has been posted is from sad, broken and hurting family members, and in this ministry, we are often blamed when the outcome is less than perfect. In the preparation process, often times there are extenuating conditions when using embalming chemicals as they may cause a reaction when mixed with certain medications that the person has taken. It’s understandable that they feel like they must pursue some course of action in order for them to make sense and accept their anguish and agony.

White Oaks has always been a professional-based ministry; we don’t and have never looked at it like a job. Greg and I have both experienced the magnitude of great loss in our families. We have felt the enormity of pain just like everyone else. Last year we lost a key person who was beneficial to the success of our company. Losing Greg’s mother, Mrs. Fannie has all but ripped us apart. Nothing has been quite the same, as some things have slipped through the cracks. We’ve done our best to correct and fix those issues. So, you see we are flesh and blood just like everyone else. Having said that, I must say that we are doing exactly what God designed and destined us to be and do.

Greg and I refuse to allow this valley to destroy and remove us from what we are compassionately committed to doing. Yes, things will be a little unsettled for a while, but with God’s grace and help, we intend on coming back better and stronger than ever.

Sometimes in life we may lose sight of things and perspectives, and it is at that point that maybe God allows us to be placed on a proverbial island so that in that vast silence, we are more apt to pay attention and listen to His every word. Yes, God has our attention, and we are mindfully aware that we need to make it through this valley and test.

For those that we hear are trying to discredit our business and our names, we accept this trial with humbleness and humility. We did everything we could to follow protocols, but unfortunately the outcomes were different from our expectations. We learn and grow daily and will continue to do this until we draw our last breaths.

We will not be broken, despite the efforts of others to do so. It’s just like a diamond. It is not until the diamond is heated and vigorously polished do you see its true and natural beauty. So, we are going to take our pruning and allow God to continue to grow in us.

We will continue to pray for those who are in pain and hurting, because that’s what God wants us to do. White Oaks is our ministry, and we remain committed to continuing to do what God urges us to do.

I know that we have failed God many times and fallen short of His glory, but we are just like every living breathing person in this world. It says in the Bible, “Let he who is without sin , cast ye the first stone.” So, throw stones if you must, but remember we should all consider our own sinfulness before judging others.

Throughout this battle, we will reflect on the words of mercy and forgiveness, rather than judgement and condemnation. We will face this with humility and self-reflection.

In closing, I leave you all with the phrase, “For when we fall, we shall rise again.” This is a powerful statement of resilience and faith and overcoming adversity. We will continue to trust and believe in God’s grace and keep moving forward with hope!

Thank you all for your prayers and support!

Love,
Greg & Kim Strother

03/12/2025

Billy Edwin Billings

Home Going celebration for Billy Edwin Billings will be held on Thursday, March 13, 2025, at 11:00 a.m., in the Forest Hill Baptist Church with Brother Tom Leggett and Rob McClain officiating. Committal service will follow in Alexandria Memorial Gardens under the direction of White Oaks Funeral Home, Oakdale.

Visitation will be held on Wednesday, March 12, 2025, from 5:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. in the Forest Hill Baptist Church and will resume Thursday, March 13, 2025, from 8:00 a.m. until time of service at 11:00 a.m.

Billy, 89, of Glenmora, entered eternal rest on Monday, March 10, 2025, in Riverside at Christus St. Francis Cabrini Hospital. He was born February 16, 1936, in Glenmora to the union of W.I. Billings and Theo Chesterfer Curnutt Billings. He was married to Julia Ann Moore Billings for 64-plus years prior to her passing.

He served previously as Chief of Police, Village of McNary, LA. He served as Alderman for Village of McNary for several years and until present. He worked for Plumber's and Steamfitters Local 247 for 32 years, retiring in 1997. Bill was a member of the Masonic Lodge no. 356 in good standing for 60-plus years, serving as Past master for two years.

His greatest love was God and his “J.A.” He enjoyed talking to everyone about the Lord and was a witness to everyone he met. He called all his many friends faithfully every day, from 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m., to check on them and pray with them.

He is preceded in death by his loving wife, Julia Ann Moore Billings; parents, W.I. and Theo Billings; son, Monty Dale Billings; two brothers, Felton and David Billings; one sister, Cynthia Babb; and one grandson-in-love, Jack Butler.

Those left behind to cherish his memory are daughter, Cheryl Lynn (Chuck) Shirley of Shreveport; daughter-in-love, Darla Billings of Glenmora; one brother, Richard (Linda) Billings of Toledo Bend; sister-in-love, Barbara Billings of Glenmora; seven grandchildren, Shane (Corrie) Billings, Brandy Butler (Mitch Littleton), Joshua Billings, Britni Ware, Jerrin Snyder, Hana (Drew) Mink, and Elizabeth (Erik) McCain; twenty three great grandchildren, Bailey (Damien), Christian, Kennedy (Jevon), Cora, Mason, Cambree, Gracie, Geni, Tara (CJ), Damien, Adeline, Liam, Avery, Hazel, Camdyn, Amelia, Matteo, Lylaih, and Baby Waylon; numerous nieces, nephews, family, and friends.

Pallbearers honored to serve will be Curtis Billings, Henry Billings, Cameron Weidner, Jayden Cannon, James “Buck” Howard, and David Billings. Honorary pallbearers to serve will be Damien Ware, Christian Billings, Mason Billings, Jason Stokes, Jodie Stokes, Gary Love, Jack Stokeld, and Tommy Melder.

“I want you to know one thing - Have a blessed day and I Love You.”— Billy Edwin Billings

Philippians 4:13 - I can do all this through him who gives me strength.

03/04/2025

Corneith Webster “Dub” Gibson

Going Home services for Corneith Webster “Dub” Gibson will be held at 12 noon, Thursday, March 6, 2025, at Christ Church - Oakdale with Reverends Greg Willis and Heath Topping officiating. Committal service will follow in the New Campground Cemetery under the guidance of White Oaks Funeral Home, Oakdale.

Visitation will be held from 5 p.m. until 8 p.m., Wednesday, March 5, 2025, in the White Oaks Memorial Chapel – Oakdale; and will resume Thursday, March 6, 2025, from 11:00 a.m. until 12 noon at the time of service in the church.

“Dub”, 90, of Oakdale, entered eternal rest Monday, March 3, 2025, in Oberlin, Louisiana. He was born on December 18, 1934, in Oberlin, Louisiana, to the union of Franklin Webster Gibson and Effie Zina Young Gibson. He served two years in the United States Army. For many years, Dub worked for the Louisiana State Wildlife and Fishery as a trapper.

Dub was a faithful member of Christ Church and loved God. His family was the love of his life, he loved cooking and enjoyed being with them. He was an avid fisherman, loved hunting and enjoyed being outdoors. Reading was a pastime, that he enjoyed to the fullest. He visited his friends and family members in the nursing homes, never forgetting them.

He is preceded in death by his wife, Leola Bass Gibson; and his parents, Franklin and Effie Gibson; two brothers, Corbett Gibson and Clifford Gibson; four sisters, Ruby Johnson, Norma Bailes, Betty Petterson, and Mona Diane Miller.

Those left behind to cherish his memory are one son, Weylin Gibson and his wife, Emily of Oakdale; four daughters, Lydia Singleton and her husband, Billy R. of Grant, Joy Torbert and her husband, Alan of Anthony, Florida, Agnes Topping Pate of Mittie, Cynthia Gonzalez and her husband, Miguel of Dry Creek; one brother, Don Gibson of Mittie; eighteen grandchildren; twenty-eight great grandchildren; along with a host of family and friends.

Pallbearers honored to serve are Jacob Topping, Michael Gonzalez, Luke Torbert, Will Chamberlain, Chance Chamberlain, and Ray Brandin. The honorary pallbearer to serve is Jarrett Topping.

03/03/2025

Charlotte Ann Johnson

Funeral services for Charlotte Ann Johnson will be held at 1:00 p.m., Wednesday, March 5, 2025, in the White Oaks Memorial Chapel, Oakdale, LA, with Reverend Greg Willis officiating. Committal service will follow in Willis Flat Cemetery under the guidance of White Oaks Funeral Home, Oakdale.

Visitation will be held from 5:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m., Tuesday, March 4, 2025, and will resume Wednesday from 11:00 a.m. until the time of service in the Chapel.

Charlotte, 60, of Oakdale, entered eternal rest Sunday, February 23, 2025. She was born on September 11, 1964, in Oakdale, to the union of Glyn Pickering and Shirley Mae Pickering. Charlotte was a homemaker who enjoyed quilting, embroidery, and crocheting. She loved her dog “Blue Crazy” which was like a child to her. Charlotte was a big-hearted person who lived for the Lord every day, loving him more than anything.

She is preceded in death by her parents, Glyn Pickering and Shirley Mae Pickering; her daughter, Jessica Fontenot; and her brother, David Pruitt.

Those left behind to cherish her memory are two brothers, Dexter Pruitt, Sr. of Burleson, TX, and Donald Pruitt of Oakdale; along with a host of family and friends.

Pallbearers honored to serve are Dexter Pruitt, Jr., David Pruitt, Juan Perry, Thomas Sykes, Coby Hargrove, and Justin Willis. Honorary pallbearer to serve is James Dean Vincent.

03/03/2025

Delores Dianne Holden

Funeral services for Delores Dianne “Dee Dee” Holden will be held at 2:00 p.m., Tuesday, March 4, 2025, in Cherry Grove Baptist Church, Dry Creek, LA, with Reverend Ricky Kennon officiating. Committal service will follow in Dry Creek Cemetery under the guidance of White Oaks Funeral Home, Oakdale.

Visitation will be held at 4:00 p.m., Monday, March 3, 2025, in Cherry Grove Baptist Church, Dry Creek, LA.

Delores, 68, of Mittie, entered eternal rest Saturday, March 1, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. She was born on December 4, 1956, in Kinder, LA, to the union of Leroy Moreau and Janis Moreau.

She is preceded in death by her father, Leroy Moreau; brothers, Lance Moreau and Realious Moreau. Those left behind to cherish her memory are her mother, Janis Johnson Moreau of Mittie; son, Quinton Holden and wife Morgan Holden of Morse, LA; brothers, Kerwin Moreau of Doodle Fork and Lamar Moreau of Oberlin, LA; sister, Johnette Hill of dry Creek; grandchildren, Matthew Holden and Isaiah Holden; along with a host of nieces, nephews, family, and friends.

Pallbearers honored to serve are Ronald Wacey Spears, Brysen Moreau, Norman Moreau, Jared Joubert, Mickey Moreau, and David Boulte. Honorary pallbearers to serve are John Moreau, Tre Norton, and Tyler Norton.

02/13/2025

02/13/2025

JoAnn Stairs

A private family memorial service will be held for JoAnn Stairs of Pineville, Louisiana under the guidance of White Oaks Funeral Home, Alexandria.

JoAnn Stairs, formally of Mt. Mesa, California, passed away on Friday, February 7, 2025, at her home with her husband, Don Stairs by her side, also formally of Mt. Mesa, California.

She is preceded in death by her parents, Raymond & Alice Merle Bouch of Oxnard, California; as well as her sister, Sandra, her brother, Dickie & her daughter, Barbara Myers.

Those left behind to cherish her memory are her husband, Don Stairs; two sons, Mike Price & his wife, LeeAnn, and Jimmy Price & his wife, Missy; grandchildren, Shane Myers, Cody Myers, Jacob Price, Caitlin Quinn, Michael Price, Matthew Price, Lindsey Price, Regina Price, Grace Price, Mandee Price, and Sarah Lueth; and great granddaughter, Emilee Ann Lueth.

02/13/2025

William Michael Owens

Funeral services for William Michael Owens will be held at 1:00 p.m., Thursday, February 13, 2025, in the White Oaks Funeral Home Chapel. Reverend Ryan Bond will be officiating. Service is under the guidance of White Oaks Funeral Home, Oakdale.

Visitation will be held from 11:00 a.m. until the time of service in the chapel.

William Michael, 62, of Oakdale, entered eternal rest on Wednesday, February 12, 2025, in the Oakdale Community Hospital. He was born on March 5, 1962, in South Carolina to the union of William “Bill” Owens & Inez Powers Owens. He was a big LSU fan, an obsessed Harley Davidson owner & fan, loved spending time with his favorite canine baby, “Blue Bell”; but most of all loved spending time with his cherished family and friends. William Michael worked for many years as an Industrial Electrician, Information Technology Technician, and Electrician Superintendent. He will be sadly missed by all who knew and loved him.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Bill & Inez Owens.

Those left behind to cherish his memory are his wife of sixteen years, Lawana “Gail” Owens of Oakdale; one daughter, Holly Maggard & husband, Chris of Oakdale; two sons, Kelly Ware of Oakdale, and Cody Ware & wife, Nicole of Oakdale; four grandchildren; and two sisters, Karen Baxley of South Carolina, and Sharon Parrott of South Carolina along with a host of nieces, nephews, family and friends.

02/11/2025

Peggy Inez Adams

Memorial services for Peggy Inez Adams will be held at 2:00 p.m., Saturday, February 15, 2025, in the White Oaks Memorial Chapel, Alexandria, with her niece, Debbie Harris, officiating. Services are under the guidance of White Oaks Funeral Home, Alexandria.

Visitation will be held from 1:00 p.m. until the time of service at 2:00 p.m. in the chapel.

Peggy, 78, of Pineville, entered eternal rest on February 6, 2025, in the The Oaks Care Center in Pineville. She was born on July 27, 1946, in San Antonio, Texas, to the union of Virgil Adams & Inez Perry Adams.

Peggy loved spending time with her family and friends. She was a very selfless person that would do anything for anyone. She especially loved spoiling Isabelle, her great-great niece that she was so proud of. At an early age, she earned her Masters Plus 30 from Louisiana College and Northwestern State University. Peggy taught at Oak Hill High School and retired from Plainview High School with the Rapides Parish School Board. She will be sadly missed by all.

She is preceded in death by her mother & father, two sisters, Virgie Adams Brown, & Patsy Adams, and brother, Robert Adams.

Those left behind to cherish her memory are her niece, Debbie Harris & Joel of Deville; great nephew, Adam Harris & Jennypher of Pineville; great niece, Allison Karnoth & Mike of Lafayette; great niece, Andrea Montgomery & Paul of Lafayette; great niece Meghan Harris & Roxanne of Pineville, along with a host of great-great nieces & nephews.

02/11/2025

Earnest Ray Kelly, Jr.

Funeral services for Earnest Ray Kelly, Jr. will be held at 1:00 p.m., Thursday, February 13, 2025, G.A. Mangun Center, 2817 Rapides Avenue, Alexandria, LA with Reverends Vesta Mangun and Shane Lejeune officiating. Committal service will follow in Po***ck Cemetery, Po***ck, LA, under the guidance of White Oaks Funeral Home, Alexandria.

Visitation will be held from 11:00 a.m. until the time of service in the G.A. Mangun Center,LA

Earnest, 65, of Boyce, entered eternal rest on February 5, 2025, in his residence. He was born October 25, 1959, in Kinder, la, to the union of Earnest Ray Kelly, Sr. and Louetta Kelly. Earnest loved cooking, grilling, gardening, working on countless DIY projects, cars, and watching LSU and Saints football. He was very accepting, gentle, and a great listener. He was an auto mechanic for many years.

He is preceded in death by his father, Earnest Ray Kelly, Sr.; one son, Michael Wayne Kelly.

Those left behind to cherish his memory are his mother, Louetta Kelly of Alexandria; daughter, Andra Kelly (Michael Simmons, Jr.) of Lafayette; six sisters, Vickie Lowe of Alexandria, Connie Rachal of Boyce, Jannie Shipp of Alexandria, Bevie Duncan of Woodworth, Patty Kelly of Alexandria, Angie Strong of Alexandria; two grandchildren, Charley LeBlanc and Oliver Simmons; along with a host of numerous nieces, nephews, family, and friends.

Pallbearers honored to serve are Jack Brown, Alex Aaron, Ryan Russum, Brent Aaron, Edgar Pacheco, and Rico Ortiz. Honorary pallbearer to serve is Landon Lejeune.

02/05/2025

Thomas Isirah Austin, Jr.

Memorial service for Thomas Isirah Austin, Jr., will be held at 2:00 p.m., Saturday, February 8, 2025, in the First Baptist Church, 612 Londonderry Ave, Boyce, LA with Reverend Kenny Moore officiating. Services are under the direction of White Oaks Funeral Home, Oakdale.

Thomas, 78, of Elmer, entered eternal rest on Monday, February 3, 2025, in his residence surrounded by his loving family. He was born December 8, 1946, in Pineville, La, to the union of Thomas Austin, Sr. and Maude Pocahontas Austin. Thomas was a 15-year veteran of the United States Army National Guard. He enjoyed squirrel hunting and fishing. Thomas loved spending time with his grandkids. The family would like to give special thanks to Compassionate Care Hospice.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Thomas Austin, Sr. and Maude Pocahontas Austin; brothers, James Austin and Charles Austin; sister, Kimmy M**f.

Those left behind to cherish his memory are two sons, Matthew Jacob Austin, Sr. (Trisha) of Elmer, La, and Thomas Austin III (Callie) of Elmer, La; daughter, Janet Bridges (David) of Elmer,La; seven grandchildren, Richard Austin (Emma), Robert Austin (Samantha), Gabriella Austin, Jacob Austin, Jayden McMillan (Dustin), Jenna Austin, and Manual Lobato; great granddaughter, Oaklynn McMillan; along with a host of nieces, nephews, family, and friends.

02/05/2025

Wesley A. Jackson

Celebration of Life for Wesley A. Jackson will be on Saturday, February 8, 2025, in the Israelite Baptist Church with the Reverend Paul Holmes & Reverend Jermaine Tezeno officiating. Visitation will begin at 10:00 a.m. until time of service at 11:00 a.m. Committal service will follow in the Oakdale Community Cemetery. Services are under the direction of White Oaks Funeral Home, Oakdale.

Wesley A. Jackson was born on May 17, 1951, in Oakdale, Louisiana to the union of the late Reverend McKinley Taylor and Luedell Hawkins-Taylor.

Wesley also referred to as Bro J. or Mr. Wesley, received Jesus Christ as his Lord and Savior at an early age. He united with the Israelite Missionary Baptist Church in Oakdale, Louisiana, where he served as a lifelong member. Bro. Jackson was baptized into the Christian faith on March 31, 1975.

Wesley completed his formal education at the Allen High School in Oakdale, Louisiana. Afterwards, he enlisted in the United States Air Force for a four-year enlistment. Upon separating from military service, he worked at the Kmart Retail chain for twenty-two years and also attended the Louisiana College for three years. Upon Kmart’s closing, he worked for the Veterans Affairs Administration in Pineville, Louisiana, for seventeen years at which time he retired.
Wesley’s dedication was not only demonstrated in his professional career but also in his Spiritual endeavors. As a member of IMBC, Wesley faithfully served as Chairman of the Deacon Ministry, Sunday School Superintendent, Treasurer for the Brotherhood Department, and the Delivery Driver for the Smile Ministry. He also was a Member of the Senior and Brotherhood Choirs and sang in the Interfaith Gospel Chorale. His commitment was also evidenced in his faithful participation in the Annual Community Christmas Pageant. Bro Jackson’s zeal was exemplified until his health failed him on Wednesday, January 29, 2025, in his residence surrounded by his loving family.

Wesley is preceded in death by his parents, two sisters (Ora Mae Johnson and Hazel Moreau), three brothers, John Taylor, Floyd Taylor, and McKinley Taylor, and one nephew, “Mac” McKinley Miles.

He leaves to mourn his loving family to cherish his memories, LouElla (Donald) Bryant of Oakdale, Louisiana, Maxine (Samuel) Randolph of Cordova, Tennessee, one godchild, Gariale Artiste of Texas, and a host of nieces, nephews, and friends.

Pallbearers honored to serve will be Derrell Moreaux, Sr., Corban Johnson, Thomas Wright, Danny Moreaux, Sr., Curtis Bradley, and Marlo Joseph. Honorary pallbearers honored to serve will be Donald Bryant, John D. Roberts, Reverend Samuel Randolph, Michael Randolph, Reverend Don Moreaux, and Douglas Johnson.

02/05/2025

James Montalvin Strother

Funeral services for James Montalvin Strother will be held at 2 p.m., on Monday, February 3, 2025, in the White Oaks Funeral Home. Services are under the direction of White Oaks Funeral Home, Oakdale.

James, 59 of Oakdale, entered eternal rest on Thursday, January 30, 2025, in Oakdale, La. He was born on December 24, 1965, in New Orleans to the union of Robert Hillary Strother & Brenda Mary Morganstern Strother.

James loved to watch cartoons and spend time with friends and family, and he loved to go to Thunder Valley Speed Car Races. When his two daughters were younger, he loved to spend time with them coloring and painting. He was very talented and loved building things with his hands and laying and painting sheetrock.

He is preceded in death by his loving parents, Robert & Brenda Strother, one brother, C. O. Strother, and two sisters, Pamela Gunter, and Sally Strother.

He is survived by two daughters, Alexis Strother & significant other, Eleazar Jackson of Oakdale, and Jacie Strother & significant other, Roy Johnson of Oakdale; two brothers, Carter Strother & wife, Anna of Marksville, and Robert “Bo” Strother of Oakdale; girlfriend, Cindy Montgomery of Oakdale, and grandson, Ren Kyler Willis of Oakdale, along with a host of nieces, nephews, family and friends.

James will be missed by all.

02/02/2025

David Wayne Johnson

Memorial Services for David Wayne Johnson will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday February 8, 2025, at the Dry Creek Cemetery, 368 Dry Creek Cemetery Rd, Dry Creek, 70637 with Brother Frank Ott and Gregory Strother Officiating.

David Wayne Johnson, age 57, entered eternal rest on Sunday, January 19, 2025, in El Paso Texas. He was a loving father, brother, and grandfather and a dear friend to so many. He was born on September 26, 1967, in Fort Worth, Texas, to parents, Deloris Gray Swinney and Artle Alvin Johnson.

David lived a life filled with fun and happiness. He had his trials like most do but was best known for his jokes and willingness to give the shirt off his back for anyone in need. He may have left this world, but I’m sure we can agree that Heaven just got a lot funnier and possibly a bit more chaotic. His unflappable spirit and ability to find humor in any situation, along with his warmth & kindness was an immensely endearing and memorable quality that we will all greatly miss. David was a wonderful and loyal friend and the world is less bright without him in it.

He is preceded in death by his parents, mother, Deloris Gray Swinney & H.D. Swinney, and his father, Artle Alvin Johnson.

Those left behind to cherish his memory are his daughter, Ashley Marlow (Keaton) of Decatur Tx; one son, Brandon Johnson of Decatur Tx; one Stepson, Kadon Neal of Welsh La; Two grandchildren Adalynn Marlow and Boone David Marlow of Decatur Tx; three Sisters, Alicia Motley (Mike) of Azle, Texas, Elizabeth Swinney of Azle, Texas and Toni Giles (Robert Sr.) of DeRidder; one brother, Ray Johnson of Texas; numerous nieces, nephews, family and friends; and Mr. Jerry.

There will be a gathering with family and friends after the memorial service at 533 Kenneth Smith Road, DeRidder.

01/31/2025

Reverend Joel Lee McMickin

Home Going services for Reverend Joel Lee McMickin will be held at 3 p.m., on Saturday, February 1, 2025, in the Lone Star Baptist Church with Reverend Mike Evans & Reverend Jason Townley officiating. Committal service to follow in the Lone Star Cemetery in Hineston. Services are under the direction of White Oaks Funeral Home, Oakdale.

Brother Joel , 74, of Hineston, entered eternal rest on Wednesday, January 29, 2025, in the Rapides Regional Medical Center. He was born on July 17, 1950, in Russellville, AL to the union of Lee Weston McMickin & Doris Bernice Scott McMickin.

Brother Joel was a Baptist by faith, 1968 graduate of Russellville, AL High School, and a graduate of seminary college where he received his degree. He came to Louisiana and was stationed at the England Air Force Base in 1968. Joel later in 1977 met and married the love of his life & soul mate, Sally Pickering McMickin. They had three beautiful Christian children together. Even with life as busy as it was for him, he always made it a point to be faithful to attend his children’s extracurricular sport activities. Joel retired as a U.S. Mail Letter Carrier after 25 years of service and also was a retired Baptist minister with over 20 years of service. When time permitted, Joel loved to play golf, bowl, and express his creative green thumb while gardening and landscaping his yards. Brother Joel was not only passionate about spreading the gospel, but he loved to sing his praises to Jesus Christ his Savior. Joel was a loving son, husband, brother, father, grandfather, and Uncle. He will be greatly missed by all.

He is preceded in death by his loving parents, Lee & Doris McMickin; and infant sister, Marjorie Rebecca McMickin.

He is survived by his loving wife of 47 years, Sally Pickering McMickin of Hineston; one daughter, Kelly Jo Miller & husband, JR of Turkey Creek; three sons, Jason McMickin & wife, Danielle of Hineston, Joey McMickin & wife, Jessica of Hineston, and Greg McMickin of Pasadena, TX; nine grandchildren, Jacob, Jackson, Lee Weston, Austin, Zoey, Wesley, Peyton, Christlynn, and Presley; three brothers, Paul McMickin & wife, Edna of Haleyville, AL, David McMickin & wife, Trula of Russellville, AL, and James McMickin & wife, Jennifer of Chambersburg, PA; four sisters, Jeanette Smith, Jane Carpenter, Sharon Whitman, and Norma Smith all of Russellville, AL.

Pallbearers honored to serve will be his two sons, Jason McMickin, & Joey McMickin; five grandsons, Jacob Miller, Jackson Miller, Lee Weston McMickin, Austin McMickin, and Wesley McMickin; and one nephew, Kyle McMickin.

Visitation will be at the Lone Star Baptist Church on Friday, January 31, 2025, from 5 p.m. until 10 p.m. and Saturday, February 1, 2025, from 9 a.m. until time of service at 3 p.m. in the church.

01/31/2025

Robin “Robbie” Leo Brady, Sr.

Funeral services for Robin “Robbie” Leo Brady, Sr. will be held at 12 p.m., on Sunday, February 2, 2025, in the White Oaks Memorial Chapel. Reverend Mike Evans will be officiating. Committal service to follow in the Butter Cemetery in Forest Hill. Services are under the direction of White Oaks Funeral Home, Oakdale.

Robbie, 62, of Glenmora, entered eternal rest on Tuesday, January 28, 2025, in his residence. He was born on February 22, 1962, in Lecompte, LA to the union of Leon H. Brady & Myrtle Blake Marler Brady.

Robbie, a Baptist by faith, had a broad range of skills. He was a true “Jack of all Trades” who loved to work with his hands from an early age. He was an expert craftsman by trade along with having worked in plants as a millwright and boiler maker. Robbie also worked in numerous nurseries over the years as an “All Around Man”. Whatever task that was set before him was no challenge, as his ability to multi-task and complete different skill tasks was expansive.

He is preceded in death by his loving parents, Leon & Myrtle Brady; sister, Sandra E. Doyle; and brother, Allen Brady.

He is survived by two sons, Rob Brady, Jr. & wife, Rebecca of Gardener, and Chad Brady & wife, Candace of Moss Bluff; four grandchildren, Hunter Brady, Chloe Brady, Lilly Brady, and Maci Seago; two brothers, Randall Brady & wife, Jeanette of McNary, and Christie “Chris” Brady of Davis Crossing; one sister, Debra Comeaux & husband, Carl of Church Point. He was also surrounded by many close lifelong friends, Jimmy Cloessner, Zane Carruth, Willie Verrett, Bruce Britt, and Mike Goree.

Pallbearers honored to serve are Jimmy Cloessner, Zane Carruth, Wayne Dupre, Bryan Doyle, Randall Brady, Jr., and Willie Verrett. Honorary pallbearers to serve arre Wayne Doyle and Cody Cloessner.

Visitation will be in the White Oaks Memorial Chapel on Saturday, February 1, 2025, from 5 p.m. until 8 p.m. and Sunday, from 11 a.m. until time of service at noon.

01/31/2025

Antonio Ramirez Cabello

Los servicios funerarios de Antonio Ramírez Cabello se llevarán a cabo a las 11 a. m., el sábado 1 de febrero de 2025, en la Iglesia Católica Nuestra Señora de Guadalupe en Forest Hill. El servicio de sepelio se llevará a cabo en el cementerio Butter en Forest Hill con el padre Marco Antonio Noel oficiando. Los servicios están bajo la dirección de White Oaks Funeral Home, Oakdale.

Antonio, de 94 años, de Forest Hill, entró al descanso eterno el domingo 26 de enero de 2025 en el Hospital Christus St Frances Cabrini. Nació el 10 de junio de 1930 en Rancho Alcocer, Allende, Guanajuato, México, de la unión de José Carmen Ramírez y Agapita Cabello.

Le precedieron en la muerte su amada esposa, María Soledad Hernández González; sus padres, José y Agapita; su hijo, Cándido Ramírez Hernández y su hija, Esther Ramírez Hernández.

Los portadores del féretro honrados serán Jonathan Ramírez, Víctor Hernández, Marcos Ernesto Ramírez García, Marco Antonio Chávez, José Juan Chávez y Antonio García. Los portadores honorarios del féretro honrados serán Diego Ramírez, Luis Pérez, Juan Chávez, Will Bracy, Jesús García y Carmelo Ramírez Hernández.

El velatorio comenzará a las 4 p. m. del viernes 31 de enero de 2025 en la Capilla Memorial de White Oaks y estará abierta toda la noche hasta las 10:30 a. m., y en la iglesia a la hora del servicio a las 11 a.m.