OBITUARIES

Having never met a stranger, Amber Marie Bertrand was a light in this world. As a caring, compassionate and witty daughter, sister, aunt and friend, she departed this life at the age of 39 to be with our Heavenly Father on Wednesday, January 12, 2022 at Our Lake of the Lake Hospital. Amber was surrounded by her family and friends...

Franklin Derald Kirkland, Jr. was called home during the late hours of his 68th birthday on January 12,2022. Derald (known in North Louisiana as ‘Derry’) was proud to call Minden his hometown. A 1972 graduate (and self-proclaimed “track star”) of Minden High School, he chose Baton Rouge as his home. Derald went from a frequent visitor of the Assistant Principals...

On Monday, January 4, 2022, Dolores Enola Gardner Wright passed away after a short hospitalization. Just as she lived her life, she passed on her own terms. She fought like the warrior; she was. Dolores never lost faith and kept her dignity. Always believing in God’s goodness and grace, she wanted to go home. God chose his heavenly home for...

A ceremony celebrating the life of Rebecca Shantel “Doll Face” Pierre, will be 12 noon on Thursday January 13, 2022, at New Beginnings Worship Center, visitation will begin at 10 am. Interment will follow at Loranger Cemetery under the direction of Church Funeral Services.Rebecca was born on January 8, 1989, in Independence and passed from this life on January 7,...

Holly Lynn Pritchard passed away at her home on January 4, 2022, at the age of 59.  Holly is survived by her daughter, Jessica Hutto, Jessica’s fiancé, Daniel Cormier, and her grandson, Gage Hutto. Holly is also survived by her sisters, Cindy Watts, and Leslie Weimer; brothers in law, Mike Watts, and Rick Weimer; nephews, Jake Watts, Hunter Watts, and...

Dave, “Tiger” passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on Tuesday, January, 11th, 2022 at Ochsner Medical Center in Baton Rouge, LA.  He was a native of Baton Rouge and a resident of Old River in Batchelor, LA; a retiree of Georgia-Pacific in Port Hudson and a ’68 graduate of Redemptorist High School.  He is survived by his son, Jude...

Rosalind Yvette Strowder, a native and life-long resident of Baton Rouge, LA, passed away on Sunday, January 9, 2022 at the age of 62.  She was a loving mother, sister,grandmother, and friend, who enjoyed spending time with her family and friends, especially her grandchildren.  She enjoyed listening to all types of music and watching TV.  A memorial service to celebrate...

Randy Templet, Sr. passed away on January 6, 2022 at the age of 67. He was a native of St. Amant and a resident of Gonzales. Randy loved to fish and hunt and will be greatly missed.He is preceded in death by his father, Morris Templet; sisters, Carol Templet Tircuit and Jeanie Templet Lavigne; and nephew, Chad Lavigne.Randy is survived...

God looked around his garden and found an empty place. He then looked down upon his earth and saw your tired face. He put his arms around you and lifted you to rest.  God’s garden must be beautiful, he always takes the best.  He saw the road was getting tough and the hills were hard to climb, so he closed...

Terry Wayne Rozas passed away on January 9, 2022, at the age of 73. He was born on April 5, 1948, in Ville Platte, Louisiana. Terry graduated from Opelousas High School, Class of 1966. In 1968, Terry was drafted into the U.S. Army and began basic training first at Fort Polk in Leesville, Louisiana, and then later at Fort Dix...

A ceremony celebrating the life of Betty Ann Pekins will be held at 1 pm, on Monday, January 10, 2022, at St Amant Baptist Church, visitation will begin at 11 am. Interment will follow in the church cemetery.Betty was born on November 30, 1943, in Tipton County, Tennessee and passed from this life on January 4, 2022, at the age...

Junior Moran was 78 years old and a native of St. Amant, LA. He was born on February 28, 1943, and sadly passed away at OLOL on Wednesday January 5, 2022, due to complications from a necessary surgery. Junior was a graduate of St. Amant High school, class of 1962. He loved watching LSU football and baseball and enjoyed life...

Daniel Wayne (Dan) Jackson, 67, of Denham Springs, Louisiana, passed away on January 6, 2022. He was born on January 23, 1954, in Falfurrias, Texas. Dan worked in telecommunications.  He was a member of The Alamo Defender Descendant’s Association. He also served his country in the U.S. Army, 1973-1980; and the Texas National Guard, 1980-1986.He was preceded in death by...

Donna Christine Keller, a lifelong resident of French Settlement, left unexpectedly to be with the Lord and her parents on Wednesday, January 5, 2022, at the age of 58. She was born to Gerald and Hazel Humphreys Keller on August 21, 1963 in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. She shared her childhood life with three sisters and numerous cousins. While Donna never...

I am home in Heaven, dear ones; oh, so happy and so bright! There is a perfect joy and beauty in the everlasting light. All the pain and suffering are over, every restless tossing passed; I am now at peace forever, safely home in Heaven at last…Author UnknownVictoria Preteltt  Manotas was called home by the Lord Wednesday, January 5, 2022.,...

Kathleen Marie Hebert Naquin, native of Houma, LA and resident of Baton Rouge passed away on Saturday, December 25, 2021 at the age of 80. Kathleen was born to parents, Gustave and Rita Hebert on April 18, 1941. She retired from the Houma Courier after many dedicated years working in the mail room. She enjoyed gardening, crafting, and collecting. Kathleen...

I am home in Heaven, dear ones; oh, so happy and so bright! There is a perfect joy and beauty in the everlasting light. All the pain and suffering are over, every restless tossing passed; I am now at peace forever, safely home in Heaven at last…Author UnknownTodd Joseph Floyd, age 55, was called home by our Lord on Sunday,...

Samuel David Cappel gained his wings at 11:32pm on December 31, 2021 after having a massive heart attack on Christmas Eve. David was a native of Hammond, born on January 22, 1980 to Dr. Samuel and Pamela Cappel. He was a resident of Gonzales, Louisiana. Visitation will be Wednesday, January 5th at The Church in St. Amant from 9:30 am...

Karen Marie Watson, born in New Orleans, LA and resident of Baton Rouge, LA, passed away on Friday, December 28, 2021 at the age of 55. A graveside service will be held on Tuesday, January 4, 2022 at Resthaven Garden of Memories (11817 Jefferson Hwy, Baton Rouge, LA 70816) at 11:00 am.

Robert Edward Abadie III, 51, of Bridge City passed away unexpectedly of an aneurysm on December 26th, 2021. Robert was born on January 31st, 1970 to Robert Edward Abadie Jr. And Mary Marie Eiskina. Robert had an immense passion for fishing and felt most at peace being on the water. He was a lifelong arbor specialist and the owner of...