JEFFREY LYNN WILLIAMS
Jeffrey Lynn Williams, 72, of Sedalia died July 4, 2022. He had a wicked sense of humor and would appreciate us saying that he went out with a bang on the most patriotic day of the year.
He was born Sept. 8, 1949, in Sedalia, MO, the son of Frank and Louise “Babe” Clements Williams. He graduated from Smith Cotton High-school in 1967. On May 14, 1983, he married his beautiful girl, the love of his life, Carolyn McFatrich Lewis Williams, who survives of the home.
Jeff was a member of the New Bethel United Methodist Church where he served on many committees over the years, Pettis County Democrat Club, on the Board of the Senior Center, and a member of the Democrat Central Committee. He was an avid woodworker, knife collector and lifelong Chiefs fan. He retired from WireCo after 33 years. He enjoyed playing games with family and friends, never knew a stranger, was a wonderful father, and the most devoted husband.
Also surviving are three daughters, Shandi Lewis (Jeff Morris) of the home, Kami Lewis Poole (John Lautenschlager) of Parkville, Sarah Williams Cramer (Barry) of Lincoln; two sons, Troy Lewis of Sedalia, and Justin Williams (Kelly) of Blue Springs; 7 grandchildren, Cody Poole of Parkville, Jeremy Lewis (Amanda) of Sedalia, Brian Sokolowski of Gladstone, Samantha Williams (Matt Kocurek) of Blue Springs, John and Brody Cramer of Lincoln, and Legacy Struble of Warsaw; 3 great grandchildren, Aubrey Caserta, Annalise and Mason Lewis of Sedalia. He also has a brother-in-law, Jerry McFatrich (Melody) of Slidell, LA, and a very special sister-in-law, Mitzi McFatrich of Mission, KS.
He was preceded in death by his parents.
Visitation will be held from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. on Sunday, July 10, 2022 at Heckart Funeral Home in Sedalia. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Monday, July 11, 2022 at the funeral home.
Donations can be giving to New Bethel United Methodist Church or the Parkinson’s Foundation.
JEWELL MAHER PERRY BARKER
Jewell Maher Perry Barker, or “Granny Dool,” as her grandchildren dubbed her, was born on October 23, 1924 in Meridian, Mississippi.
At age 97, she passed away on July 5 in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. She was predeceased by her husbands, Lt. Col. (ret.) John Benjamin Perry and Joseph Barker. She was also predeceased by her sister, Peggy Maher Horgan.
She is survived by her three children and their spouses: Candace Perry and Charles Thibodeau of Wellfleet, MA; John Perry and Dr. Ileana Tandron of Slidell, LA; and Andrew and Barbara Perry of Baton Rouge, LA along with grandchildren; great-grandchildren; and many extended family members.
During her 22 year marriage to Ben Perry, a highly decorated WWII and Korean War pilot and career officer in the US Air Force, she moved 28 times, fulfilling her teenage ambitions of traveling and seeing the world.
They retired in 1966 to his hometown of Marietta, Ohio where she remained for several years after his death in 1967.
She later moved back to her hometown of Meridian, Mississippi where she became a licensed real estate broker and married her second husband, Joe Barker, in 1982.
They retired to Sebring, Florida, where he died in 1988. She then moved to Slidell, Louisiana, to be near her son John, his wife Ileana, and their family. She lived there for 27 years and was active in Christ Episcopal Church, achieved Gold Life Master status in bridge, and traveled widely.
When living alone after turning 90 was no longer safe, she moved to Wellfleet, MA to live with her daughter Candace and her husband, Charles. In Wellfleet she was active in various bridge groups as well as the Congregational Church craft organization.
In 2017 she decided it was time to move back South into assisted living, so she moved to Baton Rouge, Louisiana to be near her son Andrew and his wife, Barbara.
She leaves behind a legacy of service and activity: as a military wife, Cub Scout and Brownie leader, an American Red Cross “Gray Lady,” Hospice volunteer, AA sponsor, AARP officer, Republican Women’s Club member, and PTA officer.
She is fondly remembered, and was featured on a segment of the “Rachael Ray Show,” for her years of baking and sending cookies packed in popcorn to the troops in Iraq and Afghanistan. Her creativity was evident in her numerous paintings, her humorous storytelling, and her costume creations. Her love of family was generous and welcoming, and her spirit of giving and loving will live on.
Her ashes will be interred in Marietta, Ohio next to her first husband in a private ceremony. In lieu of flowers or donations, the family asks those who knew Jewell/Granny Dool to perform an act of service to others.
ABDULLA MARK AHMED
Abdulla Mark Ahmed, known to all as Chuck, a proud Veteran of the United States Navy, entered into eternal rest on May 17, 2022 after a lengthy illness. He was 69 years old.
Chuck was born in New Orleans, Louisiana, on March 9, 1953, to Shirley Rousseau Ahmed and the late Abdulla Anthony Ahmed.
He leaves to cherish his memory, his beloved wife, Feralyn W. Ahmed; daughter, Lauriel Ahmed Powell (Anthony); stepson, Craig Martin Haydel; stepdaughter, Tiffany Lynn Washington; grandchildren, Mackinleigh Bella Johnson, Israel Jackson Powell, Morgan McKenzie Haydel, and Craig Haydel Jr.; sisters, Aliema Maria Gueringer (Glen) and Keriema Theresa Ricard (Allen); and extended family and friends.
Chuck attended St. Augustine High School and transferred to St. Aloysius/Cor Jesu, which merged to become Brother Martin High School. He was the first multi-cultural student to graduate from Brother Martin in 1970. During his Naval Service, Chuck was stationed aboard the USS Newport News and the USS Independence CV62. Chuck was also a very dedicated employee of Texaco Exploration and Production Company (Chevron) for 35 years before his retirement.
Chuck enjoyed motorcycles, cars, watching westerns, and most of all, music, especially the 70’s hits. He was such a kind-hearted man who always showed love to those who knew him. His great sense of humor brought much laughter to anyone who graced his presence. His beautiful spirit will be greatly missed by everyone who knew and loved him.
A Celebration of Life will be in the upcoming fall season. Location, date, and time to be determined. Memories and condolences may be expressed at www.AudubonFuneralHome.com
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John H. Lazinsky, age 74, of Slidell, LA, passed away on Wednesday, June 15, 2022.
A veteran of the U.S. Navy and U.S. Coast Guard, he attained the rank of Senior Chief Quartermaster in the Coast Guard. Following his military service he worked for H&R Block in New Jersey, then started his own business, “Incredible Edibles.”
He also became a real estate broker and work in several areas of real estate.
Elizabeth Ann Fontenot, age 69, of Slidell, LA, passed away on Monday, July 4, 2022.
A native of Chataignier, LA, she pursued a business degree at T.H. Harris, then later moved to Slidell in 1987 and worked for J.V. Burkes for 34 years.
Margaret Coppola Patterson, age 81, of Lacombe, LA, passed away on Sunday, July 10, 2022.
A native of New Orleans and longtime resident of Lacombe, she was a seamstress, carpenter, electrician, model for Maison Blanche, a swimmer and runner.
She was a member of the Red Hatters Society, the Polar Bear Club and co-founder of the Krewe of Helios in New Orleans.
Madison “Madi” Savannah Bradley, age 17, passed away on Monday, July 4, 2022.
Born in Slidell, she graduated from Northshore High School and was ready to embark on a career in real estate.
She had a love for dancing, the outdoors, fishing, boating and golf.
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Tamia “Tammy” Chutz Guenard, age 74, of Slidell, LA, passed away on Saturday, June 11, 2022.
A native of Sumter, SC, and a longtime resident of Slidell, she graduated from Slidell High and devoted many years to working as an EMT, and as supervisor over the New Orleans Health Department EMS communications.
Anna Marie Feraci Mangano, age 54, of Slidell, LA, passed away on Wednesday, July 6, 2022.
She attended Salmen High and the University of New Orleans and had a career as a real estate investor.
Wesley Eugene Erstens Jr., age 63, of Pearl River, LA, passed away on Sunday, July 3, 2022.
He was a masterful mechanic who loved to hunt, fish, camp and work on cars and go-carts.
Veronica Jenkins Dennis, age 66, of Slidell, LA, passed away on Thursday, July 7, 2022.
A native of New Orleans, she attended Salmen High and Southeastern, then had a career as a secretary with the La. Dept. of Family Services.
In her spare time she enjoyed shopping and making flower arrangements.
Jessie Thelbert Atchley, age 85, of Slidell, LA, passed away on Thursday, July 7, 2022.
A native of Fish Pond, AL, he was a welder and pipefitter by trade.
He served in the U.S. Navy and was a member of Ridge Memorial Baptist Church. In his spare time he enjoyed fishing, hunting, gardening and woodworking.