OBITUARIES

Carole Harris, a native of Baton Rouge, passed away on Monday, 8/30/21, at the age of 77, and is now rejoicing in Heaven.  She readily shared with others her unwavering faith and hope she found through her personal relationship with Jesus.  She had a loving and giving heart for her parents, her children, friends, and others she encountered that she...

A ceremony celebrating the life of Johnny J. Nickens will be 11 am Monday at New River United Methodist Church, visitation will be Sunday 4 pm until 7 pm and will resume on Monday at 9 am until time of the service. Interment will follow at New River Baptist Church Cemetery.Complete obituary will be posted soon.

Walter Edward Johnson passed from this world on Wednesday, July 28, 2021. He was65 years old. Walt was a big teddy bear of a man with a great booming voice and agreater heartfelt laugh. He was a force of nature. Everyone who knew him surely hasat least one great Walt story to tell. He loved his family, his friends and...

Kathie Sue Barker, age 71, went home to be with the Lord on Sunday, September 5, 2021 at her daughter’s residence with the family around her after a battle with cancer.She was a very strong person and was always helping others, even during the time of her illness. A native of Paris, OH and a residence of Livingston Parish since...

Dolores Mary Aitkins, age 72 of Gonzales Louisiana, passed away peacefully on September 2, 2021, surrounded by her loved ones after a brave battle with cancer.Delores was born on September 4, 1948 to loving parents Elton and Mary Thibodeaux and was preceded in death by both of her parents. Delores became a mother in 1965 when she gave birth to...

Ronny was born to this world on September 22, 1959 and shed his earthly body at 5:30 am August 25th, 2021.  He began taking things apart at a young age curious at how things worked. He became one of the best mechanics in Baton Rouge for over 30 years.  He owned several of his own mechanic shops and was a...

Goldie Vinnie Parker Byrd, Baton Rouge, LA resident since 2005, former longtime Bogalusa, LA resident  passed away on 8-29-21.  Born 3-5-32 in Talisheek, LA. 1950 graduate of Bogalusa High School.  After her Mom (Alice Davis Parker) died in 1947 and her Dad (Julian Titus Parker) in 1953, Goldie and her husband Lamar were privileged to become guardians of her 6...

Harold (HB) Burns passed away on August 25, 2021, at the age of 67, surrounded by his loved ones. He born on October 20, 1953, in Hammond, LA. to Myra Bobette Crawford Burns and Wilbur Harold “Buddy” Burns Sr. Harold grew up in Baton Rouge, LA and graduated from Broadmoor High School in 1971. He attended Southeastern Louisiana University where...

A ceremony celebrating the life of Thomas J. Daniel, will be held on Saturday 5:00pm at First Apostolic Church of Jesus Christ, 8036 Lockhart Road, Denham Springs; visitation will begin at 3:00pm.Thomas Jefferson Daniel IV (Tommy) was born June 18th, 1935, in Hot Springs, AR and went on to gain his heavenly reward at the age of 86 on August...

A ceremony celebrating the life of Shirley T. Mahaffey will be 2 pm Friday at Red Bluff Baptist Church, visitation will be Thursday 5 pm until 8 pm, and then will resume on Friday at 10 am until time of the service. Interment will follow at New Zion Baptist Church Cemetery.Mrs. Mahaffey was born on April 13, 1958; and passed...

Kathryn Elizabeth “Katie” Mayeux, native and resident of Baton Rouge, LA passed away on Saturday, August 21, 2021, at the age of 28.  Katie was a loving and kind soul, who would do anything for anyone.  She had a deeply compassionate heart for her friends, family, and strangers.  She often performed good works for others without publicizing it.  Her daughter,...

Bridgett R Douglas/ B-Dawg was born on October 16, 1985, in Houma, La and gained her wings at 8:20 pm on Tuesday, August 17, 2021. She loved to be on the water and enjoyed being with her friends and family. She loved God and is loved by so many, known by so many, and will be missed by all.She is...

Elaine Rita Brookshire Dodson, 80 years old, beloved wife, mother grand mother, great-grandmother, great great grandmother, aunt and friend was called to be with our Heavenly Father on August 22, 2021. She was born on June 7, 1941 to Edward “Eddie” Brookshire and Susan Melancon Brookshire. She loved her family dearly, she also loved cooking, sewing, traveling and helping others....

James Harold Lewis, better known as “Jim,” “Louie” and “Jimbo,” age 63, was born in Baton Rouge on January 16, 1958. He went home to be with the Lord on Thursday, August 19, 2021.A service to celebrate his life will be held on Saturday, August 28, 2021 at 12:00 pm at Lanier Baptist Church, 4851 Lanier Drive, Baton Rouge, LA...

Jean Bernice McGuire passed away peacefully, at her home after a valiant fight with cancer, on August 4, 2021, at the age of 68. Born February 8, 1953, Jean grew up in Birmingham, MI. She attended Pierce Elementary and was a 1971 graduate of Seaholm High School in Birmingham. Upon graduation she attended the University of Michigan where she earned...

Richard Lee Clousing passed away peacefully on August 21, 2021.  He was born in Chicago, IL on January 14, 1941, raised in Shreveport, LA and resided in Prairieville for the last 50 years.  He was a member of the United States Coast Guard and was honorably discharged after 8 years.  He worked for the State of Louisiana, Dept. of Public...

Dr. Robert W. (Dr. Bob) McLuckie, age 90, of Livingston, LA passed away after a short illness on Wednesday, August 18, 2021 at St. Joseph Hospice.  He was born in Zion, IL on May 26, 1931 to Andrew and Louise (Lewis) McLuckie.  He served his country in the Air Force during the Korean War.  Dr. Bob became a Chiropractor in...

Paula Sonnenburg Hastings, born June 17, 1931 in Troy, TX, passed away from heart failure on August 18, 2021 at the age of 90. She was the daughter of Madge Mayo and Oscar Paul Sonnenburg. She was preceded in death by her two brothers Lee Dean and Delane.Paula married Glenn W. Hastings, and they spent 25 years together building a...

Evelyn Borer Rogers passed away peacefully, at her home in Albany, La, on August 21, 2021, at the age of 83. Born November 25, 1937 in Hammond, La. She was a long time member of Christian Center Church. She devoted her life to multiple ministries. Evelyn enjoyed her family, reading her bible, cooking, baking, and sewing.She is proceeded in death...

Rachel Marie Revels was born in Maryland on August 25, 1969, passed away on Friday, August 20, 2021, at Our Lady of the Lake Medical Center Main Campus, Baton Rouge at the age of 51 years.She was a resident of Independence, LA and worked as a painter. Rachel enjoyed camping and fishing.She is preceded in death by her mother, Pamela...