CAPTAIN JOSEPH EDWARDS
Captain Joseph Edwards (66) went home to be with our Lord on Friday, March 24, 2023.
He peacefully passed away at his home in Picayune, MS.
Joe was a native of Macon, GA. He grew up and attended school in Slidell, LA. Joe proudly served the community of Slidell as a firefighter with St. Tammany Fire District # 1 for 20 dedicated years. (1985-2005). He retired as Captain Joseph Edwards #121.
He is preceded in death by his father, Prentice Edwards,his stepfather, Albert Gauley, Jr., a brother Jessie Edwards and a sister, Cindy (Gauley) Arnold.
Joe is survived by his son, Joseph Paul Edwards, his mother Effie Gauley, siblings Vann and Cheryl Edwards, Minnie (Edwards) Johns, Oscar and Debra Edwards, Ruthie (Gauley) Watkins, Robin (Edwards) Parker, James (Jimmy) and Karen Gauley, his wife of 21 years, Lynn (Janet) Edwards, stepchildren Jessica (Mike) Ayo, Kelly (Amy) Young, grandchildren “JoJo” Joseph Ayo, Rebekah Ayo and Brenden Young.
Joe will be deeply missed by a host of nieces, nephews, great nieces, great nephews, mostly missed by his great nephew and best friend, Noah Yates.
(#121) Captain Joseph Edwards: 10/17/56 – 3/24/2023
Memorial Service will be held on June 10, 2023 from 11 a.m. to 12 noon at Grace Memorial Baptist Church, 58516 Pearl Acres Road, Slidell, LA, 70461, 985-643-6017.
ERROL CHARLES JACOBSEN
Errol Charles Jacobsen, a loving and devoted father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and brother, passed away on May 16, 2023, in Slidell, Louisiana, at the age of 77. Born on December 10, 1945, in Gretna, Louisiana, Errol is the son of the late Roy Joseph Jacobsen and Helen Perry Jacobsen.
Errol grew up in the city of Gretna with his brother, Roy Jacobsen II; sister, the late Darlene Blakey; and a host of uncles, aunts and cousins. He attended West Jefferson High School, where he made lasting friendships and met his wife, Fannie. Although divorced after 25 years of marriage, they remained the closest of friends. In 2012, Errol left the West Bank and moved to Slidell to be closer to his children.
Errol is the cherished father of Christi Jacobsen Rome (Claude Butch Rome III) and Erin Jacobsen Simmons. He is the proud grandfather of Jade Simmons, Amanda Rome and Madelyn Rome and great-grandfather of Charleigh Hartfield and Ella Hartfield.
Errol’s love for his family was evident in everything he did, and he treasured the time spent with his grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
A proud Louisianan, Errol had a deep love for the culture and traditions of his home state. His love for cooking and gardening was well known among his friends and family, but Carnival was his greatest love. He was an avid fan of Mardi Gras and enjoyed participating in the festivities every year. Over the years he was a member of several West Bank krewes, often riding with two or more clubs each season. Many a Mardi Gras day was spent in the city of New Orleans, riding on a family created truck float. He, along with friends and family, delighted in building the float and designing costumes, often earning awards for best headpiece or costume. He was most proud and delighted in the fact that he was a founding member of the Knights of King Arthur. Errol served as an officer and reigned as one of its earliest Kings.
Errol Charles Jacobsen left a lasting impact on the lives of those who knew him. His memory will live on in the hearts of his family and friends, and his legacy of love, kindness, and generosity will continue to inspire all who were fortunate enough to know him.
Errol’s family would like to recognize Dr. Desai at Ochsner Main Campus for being instrumental in his care before his transition to the amazing medical team at Slidell Memorial Hospital. Errol’s last days were spent under the care of Dr. Merril, Dr. Parker, and Dr. Pippin; nurses, Hannah, Megan, and Amanda; and the many nurse techs. The professionalism and care this team provided comforted both Errol and his family during a most difficult time and his final days.
Memories and condolences may be expressed at www.AudubonFuneralHome.com
MARY CLAIRE BLOUIN CALLAC
Mary Claire Blouin Callac passed away on May 9, 2023, at the age of 95. She was a native of New Orleans, Louisiana, born on April 15, 1928, to the late Michel T. Blouin and Augusta Flanagan Blouin. She was predeceased by her son, Melvin; her granddaughter, Melanie; and her two siblings, Michel T. Blouin, Jr. and Florine A. Blouin.
Mary was a loving mother to her six children, Peter N. Callac III, Suzanne M. Ryan (James), Mitch T. Callac, Deborah A. Callac, Mary A. Yetta, and Melvin M. Callac; grandmother of Michael, Christopher, Matthew (Nicole), Jessica (Dan), Nathan (Lauren), Aaron (Jennifer), Colin (Jessi), Elizabeth (Matt), Lisa, and Skyler; and great-grandmother of Evelyn, Lydia, Thomas, Claire, Jacob, Theodore, Viola, and Ryder.
Mary attended St. Joseph Parochial School and graduated from Sacred Heart High School. She attended both LSU and Newcomb College.
A long-time resident of Slidell, Louisiana, Mary was the owner of Slidell Feed and Seed from 1970 until her death. She had a strong work ethic and dedication to her business. She was always ready to offer advice or a listening ear to everyone and was kind, generous, and accepting toward all. Mary enjoyed her time at her camp on Lake Pontchartrain until it was destroyed by Hurricane Katrina in 2005.
During Mary’s final year, she resided at Poydras Home in New Orleans and her family is deeply appreciative of the love, kindness, and care provided by the staff at Poydras and Anvoi Hospice Care.
She will be missed dearly by her family, friends, and community.
A family celebration of Mary’s life will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations in her name may be offered to NAMI St. Tammany or the Northshore Humane Society.
Memories and condolences may be expressed at www.AudubonFuneralHome.com
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Michelle Ginnett Scanlan, age 90, of Slidell, LA, passed away on Monday, May 15, 2023.
Born in Le Chat, France, she grew up in Nazi-occupied France during World War II before coming to New Orleans, and then Slidell.
She worked as a self-employed accountant and was known for her artistic storytelling and other artistic abilities.
Charles Joseph Flanagan, Jr., age 79, of Slidell, LA, passed away on Monday, May 15, 2023.
He served in the U.S. Air Force as an Air Freight Specialist, and was retired from the RTA/NOPSI as a Station Master.
Raymond “Ray” Travis Gatwood, age 90, of Slidell, LA, passed away on Tuesday, May 16, 2023.
A native of Pensacola, FL, he was a U.S. Air Force veteran and a member of the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers LU505 in Mobile, AL.
After moving to Slidell in 1963, he founded Gatwood Electric, Inc.
He was a member of Maranatha Fellowship for 38 years, teaching Sunday School and serving on the Pastor’s Council.
Jacob Francis Selzer, age 60, of Columbus, MS, passed away on Monday, May 15, 2023.
A former longtime resident of Slidell, he was born in New Orleans and moved to Columbus in 1996.
He graduated from Slidell High in 1982 and attended Northeast Louisiana University before entering a career in food and custodial services at Mississippi State University.
He was a member of First Baptist Church in Columbus, was a collegiate sports enthusiast and volunteered at sporting events.