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- Debra Louise Smith, age 65, of Broaddus, Texas, passed away Wednesday, April 8, 2026, at her residence. Debra's family will be holding a Celebration of Life at a later date.
- Laura Kendrick McDade, 66, of Rosepine, LA passed away Friday, April 10, 2026. Visitation will be Wednesday, April 15 from 3-6pm at Chaddick Funeral Home. Celebration of Life will be Wednesday, April 15 at 6pm at Chaddick Funeral Home. Rev. Charlie Williams will officiate.
- Vroni Lynn Thornock (Gautsche), who passed peacefully March 6, 2026, in Leesville, Louisiana, at the age of 79. A memorial service for Vroni will be held at 1:30 p.m. on Friday, April 17, 2026, at the Central Louisiana Veterans Cemetery. A visitation will be held at Jeane's in Leesville from 12:30 p.m. to 1:15 p.m.
- Julie Marie Gore-Dukes, a beloved daughter, sister, aunt, and friend, passed away on April 3, 2026, in Shreveport, Louisiana. Funeral services will be held at Labby Memorial Funeral Home in Leesville at 2:00 P.M. on Friday, April 17, 2026. Visitation will take place starting at 11:00 A.M until service at the funeral home.