Death Notices

Rocky Shane Davis
February 9, 1971 – June 16, 2025

Rocky Shane Davis, 54, passed away at his home in Quitman, Louisiana, on June 16, 2025. A talented and hardworking carpenter, Rocky spent many years in construction, earning a reputation for his excellent craftsmanship. He was an avid outdoorsman who found joy in deer and squirrel hunting with family and friends at Jordan Mountain Hunting Club, along with fishing with his grandparents and his dad on Black Lake — the woods and the water were his favorite places to be.

Rocky had a generous spirit and was always ready to lend a helping hand to those in need. He loved his family and friends and recognized the best in others. His adventurous nature, his contagious smile, his laughter, and his big heart will be missed by all who knew him.

Rocky is survived by his daughter, Amber Spangler; his mother, Glenda (Miller) Davis; and his sister, Dena Keller, along with her husband, Nathan Keller.

He was preceded in death by his father, Tommy Davis, and his sister, Melanie Davis.
Friends may visit with the family on Monday, June 23, 2025, at Southern-Edmonds Funeral Home Chapel in Jonesboro, Louisiana, from 10:30 AM until 12:00 PM. The funeral service will begin at 12:00 PM in the chapel, with Pastor Nathan Keller officiating. Burial will follow in Gayla Traina Cemetery near Jonesboro, under the direction of Southern-Edmonds Funeral Home.

Serving the family as pallbearers will be Jason Davis, Jed Estes, Dusty Jordan, Logan Keller, Talmadge McConnell, and Curtis Preece.

Terri “Jeannie” Caples
May 14, 1953 – June 19, 2025


Terri Jean Caples, age 72 of Quitman, LA, passed away on Thursday, June 19, 2025, in her home. Jeannie, as her family and friends called her, was born in Kennewick, Washington, in 1953. Jeannie was raised in Quitman, where she graduated from Quitman High School. She retired from the Jackson Parish School system as a cafeteria worker at Quitman High School. She was an animal lover and especially loved her dogs. Jeannie loved going on vacation with her granddaughters, Donyelle and ShyAnna.

Jeannie is survived by her husband of 52 years, Ronnie Caples; daughter, Chasity Caples; granddaughters, ShyAnna Caples and Donyelle Atkins; sisters, Sherry Carpenter and husband Joe of Brewtons Mill, LA, Rhonda Mosley and husband Max of Pace, FL, and Melissa Waldrip and husband Ed of Quitman, LA; and a host of nieces, nephews, other family and friends.

She is preceded in death by her parents, Rhode and Winnie (Anderson) Turner; children, Christopher, Kristie, and Tiffany Caples; niece, Caitlin Mosley Bishop.

Friends may visit with the family on Tuesday, June 24, 2025, in the chapel of Southern-Edmonds Funeral Home from noon until the time of service. Funeral services are set to begin at 2:00 PM.

The family will hold a private burial at a later date.

Karissa “Kris” Normand
September 29, 1981 – June 17, 2025

Karissa “Kris” Normand, age 43 of Chatham, was called home by her Lord and Savior for a grand reunion on Tuesday, June 17, 2025. Kris had a big heart and loved her family and friends dearly. She grew up the apple of her grandparents’ eyes. Her Papaw Pete would do anything to see her smile. She was born the spitting image of her beloved Mamaw Odell. Kris was a sports fan; she loved baseball and was a Los Angeles Dodgers fan. She enjoyed many things, such as gaming. She loved to play Fort Nite, card games, or any games that were fun with her loved ones and friends. Kris loved animals, music, and making people smile. She loved to smile so much that she could even manage to smile through the pain she faced. That precious smile will no doubt shine on in memory, cherished by all who love and miss her.

She leaves behind her parents, Louis and Debbie (Fuller) Normand; sister, Olivia Normand; wife, Tiffany Truelove; stepdaughter, Delilah Truelove; aunt, Kaye Fuller; fur babies, Riley and Clyde; a host of cousins, other relatives, and friends. She is preceded in death by her paternal grandparents, Louis A. and Joyce (Moreau) Normand; maternal grandparents, Pete and Odell (Coleman) Fuller; aunt, Rhonda (Fuller) Davis; uncle, Elton Fuller; and beloved fur baby, Chandler.

Funeral services were held on Thursday, June 19, 2025, at Eros United Pentecostal Church with Bro. Ernest Twiner, Bro. Adam Dugger and Bro. Wally Marcum officiating. Burial followed in Chatham Cemetery under the direction of Southern-Edmonds Funeral Home.

Serving the family as pallbearers were Randy Diffy, Casey Desoto, Pedro Reynoza, Roger Truelove, Brendan Brunson, Brandon Scarborough, Wally Marcum, and Justin Green. Sara Dugger served as an honorary pallbearer.