The Obituary Section

Clint Douglas Ansley

, Louisiana

Clint was a man whose presence brought warmth laughter and unwavering love to everyone fortunate enough to know him. A proud native of Orange he carried the values of home family and loyalty with him throughout his life. He was the kind of man who loved deeply and without hesitation and in return was loved beyond measure. His heart was always open to family friends neighbors and even strangers who quickly became friends in his company. He had a way of making people feel seen welcomed and valued leaving a lasting impression wherever he went. Above all else he was a devoted son a true mommas boy in the very best sense of the words. The bond he shared with his mother was one built on respect tenderness and unconditional love. Family meant everything to him and he never missed an opportunity to remind those closest to him just how…

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Thomas Ashworth

, Louisiana

Thomas was a true jokester at heart he always knew how to make people smile and lighten the moment with his quick wit and playful spirit. He found peace and happiness on the river where he loved spending his time surrounded by nature and good company. More than anything Thomas loved life and lived it fully appreciating every moment and every person he met along the way. He is survived by his wife Karon Ray daughters Caroline Roper and Michelle Newland along with numerous grandchildren. Cremation was entrusted to Riley Smith Sons Funeral Home 1810 W. 4th Street DeQuincy Louisiana.

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Carla Jean Hyatt

, Louisiana

She loved her family more than anything and never met a stranger. She had a way of making everyone feel welcome loved and seen. She loved cooking for the people she cared about and if you ever had one of her "cat head" biscuits you already know this. She loved dancing whenever the music came on and singing along to her favorite songs. She also loved shopping and finding a good deal if it was on sale she was buying it period. Her laughter and light could fill any room she walked into. She will be remembered for her kind heart beautiful spirit and the joy she brought to everyone around her. She is survived by her children Larissa Bass and Rocky Hyatt and wife Cheryl grandchildren Chandler Bass Noah Bass and Hayden Hyatt mother Hilda Says sisters Rebecca Wright and husband Dustin and Halla Whitworth and husband Logan along…

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Carol Ann Mendonsa

, Louisiana

Carol Ann Mendonsa was born on December 1 1967 and was welcomed home on May 16 2026 at the age of 58. She leaves behind the family who held her closest her devoted husband Lloyd and her beloved daughters Analeeze Jack and Zeanne Nolan who walked beside her through every step of her journey. She is now reunited in heaven with her beloved father Kenneth Gonsalves and her dear sister Sheryl Gonsalves. Her kindness her warmth and her love touched so many lives and her light will live on in every one of us she loved. A Funeral Mass will be held Wednesday May 20 2026 at St. John Vianney Catholic Church 625 Nottingham Oaks Trail Houston Texas. Father R. Troy Gately will be officiating.

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Rita Bailey Spell

, Louisiana

May 16, 2026

Rita Bailey Spell was born December 17 1958 and passed away May 17 2026 at the age of 67. She enjoyed playing basketball cooking and drawing. Most of all Rita loved spending time with her family and grandchildren. She is survived by her husband Ivy Spell children Andy Spell Katie Reed and husband Brentton Maggie Spell April Spell Mary Grace Wilbanks and husband David 23 grandchildren brother Richard Bailey along with numerous nieces and nephews. She is preceded in death by her son Clint Spell parents Eldridge and Ollie Bailey 6 brothers 2 sisters. Family will receive friends from 500 800 p.m. Friday May 22 2026 Riley Smith Sons 1810 W 4th Street DeQuincy Louisiana. Visitation will continue on Saturday May 23 2026 from 900 a.m. until the time of the funeral service at 1100 a.m. at Christian Life Church 835 Fairchild Street Vinton Louisiana. Pastor Don Snider will be…

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