OBITUARIES
Carolyn Ory Thornton
Apr 27, 2026
Carolyn Ory Thornton, a resident of the Baton Rouge area for 53 years, died peacefully on April 27, 2026, surrounded by here family. Carolyn was born in Franklin, La on Nov. 16, 1942 and was 83 years old.
She is preceded in death by her parents, Sidney C. Ory and Naomi ‘Mim’ Ory, and her sister Barbara McCarroll Walley, all from...
Kenneth Ed Norred
Apr 26, 2026
Kenneth “Ed” Norred, a resident of Holden, Louisiana, passed away on April 26, 2026, at Our Lady of the Lake Regional Medical Center, at the age of 65.
Ed was born on December 6, 1960. He was a graduate of Holden High School and went on to earn his Bachelor of Science degree from Southeastern Louisiana University in 1999. Ed dedicated...
Mary Babin Dupuy
Apr 25, 2026
Mary Babin Dupuy, 74, loving wife, mother, grandmother, and sister went peacefully into the arms of our Lord and Saviour, Jesus Christ, with her family at her side on April 25, 2026. Mary was born in Gonzales, Louisiana on December 30, 1951. She was deeply rooted in her Catholic faith and lived a full, faithful, and joy-filled life. Her faith...
Betty Lou Caseltine
Apr 24, 2026
Betty Lou Caseltine, 89, resident of Prairieville went to be with the lord, Friday April 24th, she peaceful took her last breath at home at 9:04 am holding her granddaughter Cayla’s hand.
She fought extremely hard but yet was peaceful and felt loved with 3 of her granddaughter’s Cayla Martinez, Kayla Weaver, and Brandi Zelaya by her side all week up...
Robert J Clement
Apr 23, 2026
Robert J. Clement, 83, went peacefully into the arms of his Lord and Saviour, Jesus Christ, with his family at his side on April 23, 2026.
Robert was born in Sheboygan, Wisconsin on July 21, 1942, to John and Evelyn Clement. He attended Holy Name and St. Dominic’s Schools and graduated in 1960 from Sheboygan North High School. Bob was a...
Flay M. Reid
Apr 23, 2026
Flay Mitchell Reid, 89, passed away on April 23, 2026.
Born June 24, 1936, in Lowell, North Carolina, he spent much of his early life in North Carolina before graduating high school at 16. He attended Mars Hill College and later served in the U.S. Navy, where he trained as a pilot before being honorably discharged in 1956.
After his military service,...
Cherine "Cherie" Bruce Schofield
Apr 21, 2026
After 77 years of a life animated by love, tenderness, joy, curiosity and compassion, Cherine (Cherie) Bruce Schofield joined our Lord in heaven on Tuesday, April 21st, while surrounded by loving family and friends. Cherie was born in Hutchinson, KS but spent most of her life in Baton Rouge, LA.
Cherie is survived by her endlessly devoted husband of 47 years,...
Sarah Eloise Steele
Apr 21, 2026
Sarah Eloise Murray Steele passed away surrounded by her loving daughter and son-in-law, April 20, 2026, at home. Eloise was born in Norphlet, Arkansas on September 11, 1926, to James Horace Murray, Sr. And Ella Mae Ashby Murray. She loved to crochet, being with her family, watching Hummingbirds and reading. Eloise and her husband, Raymond Steele had one daughter, Myra...
Jacqueline Dena Merritt
Apr 19, 2026
To our beautiful and insistently different family member, who’s life brought joy and controversy simultaneously. You will always be loved, remembered, and sorely missed.
Jaqueline Dena Merritt aka “Fritz A. Irwin” a resident of Gonzales, La who passed away on April 19, 2026. Fritz was born August 25, 2005, in Baton Rouge, La.
Fritz spent her first year after graduating high school...
Nancy Jean Hart
Apr 18, 2026
Nancy Jean Hart (née Loker) of Baton Rouge, Louisiana, passed away peacefully on April 18, 2026, at the age of 76.
Born in Baton Rouge, Nancy was a woman of deep Christian faith whose life was devoted to helping others. In June 1968, while both were attending LSU, she met the love of her life, Jack Hart. Their connection was immediate...
Billy W. Floyd
Apr 17, 2026
Billy W. Floyd, born September 7, 1939, in Magee, Mississippi, passed away peacefully on April 17, 2026, at his home in Denham Springs, Louisiana, surrounded by his loving family.
An individual whose life was marked by dedication, service, and a love for family and community, Mr. Floyd's legacy will be remembered by all who knew him.
Mr. Floyd was committed to serving...
Terri Lynn Sanchez Leggion “Mama T”
Apr 16, 2026
Terri Lynn Sanchez Leggion “Mama T”, 68, of Gonzales, Louisiana, passed away peacefully on April 16, 2026.
She was the embodiment of love. Known by many as the kindest soul, Terri carried a gentle spirit that touched everyone she met. Her faith was an important part of her life, and she held a deep love for God and Jesus. Above all,...
Wayne Joseph Oubre
Apr 16, 2026
Wayne Joseph Oubre, age 81, of Gramercy, Louisiana, passed away peacefully on Thursday, April 16, 2026, after a short battle with Leukemia.
He was born on January 22, 1945, in Gramercy, LA, to Nolan Oubre and Verlin Zimmer Oubre.
A lifelong resident of Gramercy, Wayne served his country as a veteran of the Vietnam War, working as a mechanic in the United...
Laura Jo Clouatre
Apr 15, 2026
Laura Jo Clouatre, age 72, was born on September 5, 1953, and entered eternal rest on April 15, 2026. She was welcomed by her Lord and Savior and reunited with her parents and nephew.
Laura lived a full, faithful, and joy-filled life. Her faith guided her each day and shone through her kindness and love for others. She found great happiness...
Kerry Muth Pradat
Apr 15, 2026
Kerry Muth Pradat, affectionately known as Kiki, passed away on April 15, 2026, in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Born on September 12, 1951, in New Orleans, Louisiana, she led a life marked by dedication, warmth, and an enduring commitment to her family and community.
Kerry’s professional journey was distinguished by her contributions to education and the local hospitality industry. She retired from...
Sean Letulle
Apr 15, 2026
Sean Letulle, born in Baton Rouge, LA and resident of St. Amant, LA, passed away on April 15, 2026, at the age of 53. Sean worked as a welder for many years and was a member of Local 198. He enjoyed hunting and being outdoors as well as spending time with his family and friends. Sean was a selfless person...
Fadrel "Fay" Rita Boudreaux Aydell
Apr 15, 2026
Fadrel “Fay” Rita Boudreaux Aydell, a native of Bayou Goula, LA and a resident of Prairieville, LA was called to her heavenly home at the age of 90.
She was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and friend. Her greatest joy was her family. She will be remembered for her strength, kindness, and deep faith in GOD.
She was survived by her...
Janet Cambre Frederickson
Apr 13, 2026
Janet Cambre Frederickson passed away peacefully at home on Monday, April 13, 2026, at the age of 94. She was born in Reserve, LA to the late Edmond and Louise Cambre. She was preceded in death by her brothers, Daniel and J.T. Cambre; and sisters, Ruby Willicott, Virgie Hebert, and Juliet Hebert. She is survived by her loving husband, Allden...
Patrick Brent Pruyn
Apr 12, 2026
Patrick Brent Pruyn, a devoted family man and a proud patriot, passed away peacefully on April 12, 2026, at Ochsner Medical Center O'Neal Campus in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Born on March 16, 1958, in Baton Rouge, Patrick's life was marked by dedication, honor, and a steadfast commitment to both his career and his loved ones.
A proud graduate of Baker High...
Thayer Thomas 'Tom' Cooper
Apr 11, 2026
Tom was born on April 12, 1953 in Franklin, LA. He died April 11, 2026 at his residence in Denham Springs, LA due to complications from diabetes.
He is preceded in death by his parents Raymond and Ruby Cooper.
He is survived by his wife of 48 years Terry Cooper, sisters Brenda Cooper and Marie Buteaux as well as many nieces and...
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