Joan Sturdivant Earles

George Anthony Picone
April 2, 2014
Joseph Nelson Bergeron
April 2, 2014
George Anthony Picone
April 2, 2014
Joseph Nelson Bergeron
April 2, 2014

Joan Sturdivant Earles, 82, a native of New Orleans, La., and resident of Houma, La., died Friday, March 28, 2014.


Ms. Earles was a loving mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. She was best known for her kindness, generosity, sense of humor and smile. 

She is survived by her sons, Bill and Glenn Earles; daughters, Janet Shaw and Susan Earles; nine grandchildren; and 15 great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Roland and Mamie Sturdivant; and brother, Roland Sturdivant Jr.


Visitation will be 9 to 11 a.m. Tuesday, April 1, at Chauvin Funeral Home with a Liturgy of the Word to follow. (Chauvin)

Joan Sturdivant Earles