Notice of Death – April 14, 2026

Dottie Ann Shipes Shelton
Service: Friday, April 17, 2026 at 2 pm in Bowers Cemetery.

Bishop Steven R. Thomas Sr.
Service: Friday, April 17, 2026 at 11 A.M. at House of Prayer in Leesville

Maria Lore Dukes
Service: Wednesday, April 15, 2026 at 11 am at New Hope Baptist Church, Calcasieu

Larry Joe Fulks
Service: Thursday, April 16, 2026 at 1 pm at Simpson Baptist Church

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