Obituaries

In a moving display of remembrance and restoration, Dillard University, the City of New Orleans, and University Medical Center held a traditional jazz funeral and memorial service to honor the 13 men, four women, and two unidentified individuals whose remains were stolen in the 1870s by a local physician and sent overseas.

Theodore R. Howard, a revered educator and devout man of faith, has died at the age of 84, leaving a profound legacy of service and education that continues to inspire his family, students, and community.

Lacy Steele, a pioneering civil rights leader and the first African American to ascend to the role of Manager of Defense & Space Group, Quality Organization at Boeing, has passed away at the age of 93. Steele's legacy is marked by his unwavering commitment to community service and his impactful contributions to the church.

Zaynab Abdelzaher, a talented young artist and writer, was a beloved and sweet young woman who is now at peace, leaving behind a family and friends who will always remember her.

Norma Ruth Redd, a cherished figure known for her vibrant spirit and dedication to family and community service, has passed away. Her legacy of unwavering commitment to her loved ones and impactful service will be fondly remembered.

Felton Hall, a respected figure in the banking industry and a devoted community advocate, will be remembered at a memorial service in Seattle on May 24.

Teresa Jane Porter, a Dental Hygienist and Cosmetologist, passed away on April 24, 2025, leaving behind a family and friends who deeply miss her.

Raymond L. Tucker Sr. was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and community servant who passed away on April 25, 2025, leaving behind his wife, four children, and numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

John Halsell, affectionately known as John Lee, passed away on April 8, 2025, at the age of 94, surrounded by his loved ones, after a life of service, hard work, and enjoying the fruits of his labor.

Carole Anne Crowder-King, a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and servant of the Lord, celebrated her life with a 40-year practice in healthcare, her faith and love of music, and her cherished family and friends.