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- Jerry Lee Welsh, 71, of San Augustine, Texas, was born on January 5, 1955, in Lena, Mississippi. He setsail on his final voyage January 30, 2026. Cremation arrangements are under the care of Wyman Roberts Funeral Home in San Augustine.
- Murphy Gene Ashworth of DeRidder, LA, who left us peacefully on January 31, 2026, at the age of 88. Funeral services will be held at Myers Colonial Funeral Home on Wednesday, February 4, 2026, at 10:00 AM, where friends and family can gather to celebrate Murphy's life. Michael Clark will officiate the service. A public viewing will take place on Tuesday, February' 3, 2026, from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM at the same location. Following the service, Murphy will be laid to rest at Good Hope Cemetery in Singer, LA.
- John Louis Woodard, Jr., of DeRidder, LA, a beloved friend who left us on January 27, 2026, at the age of 64. Friends are invited to gather for a graveside service at Smyrna Baptist Church Cemetery on February 7, 2026, at 1:00 PM
- Ricky Lee Jefferson, 66 years old, passed away peacefully on January 27, 2026, in DeRidder, LA. A public viewing will be held at Sweet Home Baptist Church on February 7, 2026, beginning at 9:00 AM, followed by a funeral service at the same location at 11:00 AM.