OBITUARIES

A native of French Settlement and longtime resident of Gonzales, LA, Janet Powers Guitreau passed away Tuesday October 5, 2021 at the age of 72. She was a longtime member of Hosanna First Assembly and most recently attended Colyell Baptist Church. She devoted much of her time and attention to her grandchildren. She also enjoyed traveling with family and friends....

Byron Curtis Smith was born in Houma, Louisiana on January 21,1984 to Ted Ewin and Dennia ‘Deanie’ Mae Chauvin Smith. The family moved to Baton Rouge when Byron was 4 years old, and Baton Rouge was Byron’s home. He passed away peacefully in his sleep on Sunday, October 10, 2021 at the age of 37. Byron proudly served in the...

DeWanna Hammons Statham, born on February 13, 1952, in Osyka, MS, to parents, Hershel and Mildred Hammons.  She passed away on October 8, 2021, peacefully at her home in Baton Rouge, LA.  DeWanna was 69 years old.  She graduated as valedictorian from Spring Creek High School in 1970.  She attended Northwestern State University her freshman year.  She graduated with high...

John Chester Baudoin, 88 years old, died on September 21, 2021 at his home surrounded by his family. He was born on July 24, 1933 in Milton, Louisiana.He was proceeded in death by his parents, Clodi and Elize Theriot Baudoin, his step- father, Beo Baudoin, his sister, Mary Velga Baudoin Miller and his brother, Joseph Dave Baudoin.Chester served as an...

Barbara Nasca a lifelong resident of Baton Rouge, LA passed away peacefully on October 7, 2021.Ms. Nasca known to all as Mini-mah was a loving wife, devoted mother, grandmother, great grandmother, and prayer warrior.  She never met a stranger and loved unconditionally.  To her family and all that knew her she was a beacon of beauty and light.  She loved...

Cheryl Ann Reed, age 60, passed away peacefully in her sleep on October 10, 2021, surrounded by her loved ones. She was born on January 14, 1961 in Roswell, New Mexico to Agnes Marie Leteff and Lionel Allen Reed. Cheryl was a very crafty woman, especially when it came to woodworking, crocheting, drawing, painting, and metal work. She could truly...

Brenda Hart Berteau was born on March 14, 1957, in Baton Rouge, LA and passed from this life on Sunday October 10, 2021, at the age of 64 years, at her residence.She is preceded in death by her father Marvin John Berteau.She is survived by her mother Peggy Ann Joyce-Berteau, brother Barry Berteau, nephews Micah Berteau (Shauntell), and Matthew Berteau,...

Kellie Elaine (Welch) Brewer, age 50 of Ponchatoula, LA went home to be with the lord on September 25, 2021, after her battle with COVID-19. Kellie was a strong-willed and hardworking individual.She entered heaven with her parents Carlos and Phillis Welch and her grandparents Ruby and Elmo Dement.She was a very loving Nana to six grandchildren: Kaiden Baker, Jalijah Anderson,...

Teri Jean Riley ,often loving called, “Beanie”, age 58, passed away on September 29th, 2021. She is preceded in death by her grandfather, Boyce Morgan; her mother, Gwendolyn Stafford; step father, Terry Stafford; father, Robert William Riley, and sister, Melissa Riley. She is survived by her children Stormi Schexnaydre, Nancy Stovall and spouse, Rendell Stovall; grandchildren, Serenity, Brayin, Kelsie, Ellianna...

Linda Ann Millet, age 66, passed away on October 7, 2021 at her home. She was born on April 15, 1955 and was a resident of Gonzales, LA. Linda loved spending time with family, doing crafts, genealogy, reading and studying her bible. She was retired from Cox Communications in Baton Rouge on December 31, 2021. “We are confident and willing...

Candice (Candi) Guidry Clancy born January 17, 1972 in Metairie LA., died of pneumonia complications Tuesday, October 5, 2021. She was a current resident of Gonzales, LA and a native of LaPlace, LA. She was also a member of Praise Church in Prairieville, LA.Candi is survived by, her son Donald (DJ) Mclean, grandson Braiden Mclean, mother Dorothy R. Guidry, sisters...

Tammy “Ti” Lorraine Gaudet passed away peacefully at the age of 64 on October 2, 2021 with her wife, daughter and priest by her side after a long courageous battle with pancreatic cancer.Tammy was a native of New Orleans and moved to Baton Rouge in 1988. She worked for Sears Optical as an optician for many years then changed careers...

A ceremony celebrating the life of Mark “Gonzeaux” Sinclair will be held on Tuesday October 12, 2021, at 11:00 am at The Church International of St Amant, visitation will begin at 9:00 am.Mr. Sinclair was born in Galliano, LA on July 14, 1962, and passed from this life at The Crossing of Clarity Hospice on October 3, 2021, at the...

A ceremony celebrating the life of Brandon Frith will be held at 4 pm on Saturday October 9, 2021 at First United Pentecostal Church Denham Springs, visitation will begin at 2 pm until time of the service. Rev. Billy Johnson and Rev. Robert Jones officiating the service.Brandon was born on June 20, 1977, and departed this life unexpectedly on Thursday...

Barbara Berthelot Penalber passed away peacefully at her home in Prairieville, LA, on October 2, 2021. By her side was her devoted and loving husband of 66 years along with her daughters. Barbara was born February 17, 1938; from Maurepas, LA. After devoting her time to raising and developing the fundamentals of life to her five children, she attended Ascension...

Jean Louisa Stacey Burstall Moran, Born on February 4, 1931 in Howick, Quebec, Canada and resident of Gonzales, Louisiana since 1960, departed this life peacefully on October 1, 2021 with her children at her side. She will be deeply missed by her children, Arlene Kunkle (Charlie), Blake Burstall (Denise), Ann Burstall and Cindy Gauthier (Todd); grandchildren, Felicia Donley (Chris), Meghan...

After bravely battling cancer for nearly eighteen years, Ellen Roxanne Roberts Mulhearn died on October 3, 2021 at her home in Denham Springs.  She was 67 years old.Roxanne was preceded in death by her parents Lorraine and Harold Roberts of Ruston.  She is survived by her husband of 44 years Fred Mulhearn of Denham Springs; her son Rob, daughter-in-law Tammy,...

Was born on June 13, 1943 in Houma, LA and departed from this life on September 24, 2021 in Denham Springs, LA. She was a retired Avon Representative, a member of the Annunciata Church and a member of the Ladies Altar Society. She enjoyed playing Pokeno with her family and friends.She was preceded in death by her son, Baby boy...

After a long and fulfilling life of 99 years and a short illness, Jack O. Reed went into a peaceful sleep and passed away on September 20, 2021.Jack was born in St. Marys, West Virginia to Ida Susan and James J. Reed. At the age of 3 he moved with his family to Wadsworth, Ohio and later to Seville, Ohio...

Cheryl Dean Booty Cedotal, a resident of Denham Springs, LA, passed away on September 27, 2021 at the age of 65. She was a loving mother and grandmother who will be greatly missed.Cheryl is survived by her children, Jennifer Cedotal, Stacy Cedotal, and Carey Cedotal; grandchildren, Brandon Cedotal, Dashawn Cedotal, Cari-Jo Cedotal. Also survived by her parents, stepmother, sisters, and...