OBITUARIES

Ben Baxter Babin, Jr., native of Gonzales, Louisiana, passed away on Friday, March 04, 2022, at his home in Church Point, Louisiana, at the age of 52. A true patriot, he honorably served in the Louisiana National Guard. He was the owner of Cabb Electric. He was a graduate of East Ascension High School as well as Louisiana State University....

Rev. John Green III entered the presence of his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on March 2, 2022, at the age of 78 years. He was a native of Baton Rouge, 1962 graduate of Istrouma High School, attended Lee University in Cleveland TN, and Ashland Theological Seminary in Ashland, OH. He served as a Sergeant in the U S Army...

Troy Langlois, after a short battle with cancer; passed away at his home March 2, 2022. He was a native of Port Allen, LA and long time resident of East Baton Rouge Parish. He is survived by his spouse Marla Langlois, sister Alice Langlois, and children Christopher Langlois (Joy), Emily Langlois (Joe Hebert), Rebecca Landry (Jerry) and his 8 grandchildren,...

Colleen Anne (O’Malley) Fatherree passed away on Thursday, March 3, 2022 at the age of 89. She was born on February 23, 1933 in Benson, Minnesota and was one of eight children born to Joseph and Delvina O’Malley.Colleen was preceded in death by her husband, Claude “Bo” Fatherree and son, Robert “Bob” Fatherree. She was a loving mother, grandmother, and...

Dale Dewitt, of Prairieville, passed away on 02/21/22, at the age of 74.  Dale will be laid to rest on 03/07/22, at the La. National Cemetery in Zachary, La. with a small graveside service at 1pm.Dale served in the US Army & was a member of the Vietnam Veterans Chapter 725, the American Legion Post #81 and the VFW. Dale...

Sandra Ammons was born on February 11, 1943 and departed from this life on Sunday, February 27, 2022, at the age of 79 years. Funeral services for Mrs. Ammons will be held on Friday, March 4, 2022 at 11am at Christ Community Church, Denham Springs with burial at Felder’s Creek Cemetery. Visitation will be held at 10am on Friday, March...

Brandon Williams, age 34, passed away peacefully on Saturday, February 19, 2022, in Baton Rouge, LA. He was a native of New Orleans, LA. Brandon was well loved and had a big heart and will always be missed. He is survived by his parents, Dawn Williams and Sylvester Howard; siblings, Shannon, Eddie and Andeka Williams, Brianna Davis, Donovan Gordon, Elijah...

Tammy Jean OConnor Ryder, age 47, of Prairieville, LA passed away on Saturday, February 27, 2022.Tammy is preceded in death by her father- Don West, mother – Rose West, brother – Louis OConnor, and her son – Dustin Ryder.Tammy leaves behind 3 brothers, 1 sister, 3 children –  TJ Ryder, Samantha Ryder, Megan OConnor, and 6 grandchildren. Don’t think of...

Melton Joseph “Dink” Tullier, a native and resident of Sorrento, La, entered eternal rest on March 1, 2022, at the age of 83. He was an active member of Sorrento Baptist Church. Survived by his children and their spouses, Glenn & Michelle Tullier and Susan & Mike “Chan” Gautreau. Also survived by his grandsons, Cody (Casey) Tullier, Micah (Sydnee) Gautreau,...

A ceremony celebrating the life of John Marlyn Butler will be held on Thursday at 11:00 am, at First United Pentecostal Church, Denham Springs, visitation will begin at 9:00 am. Graveside service will be held at 3:30 pm at Greenlawn Memorial Park, Natchez, MS.Mr. Butler was born in Jena, LA on October 30, 1938, and passed from this life on...

David (John) Wayne Floyd, 65, of St. Francisville, La passed away on February 22,2022 at his home. He was born on March 1, 1956 in Baton Rouge, La to the late Ed G. Floyd and Genevieve Gauthier Floyd. David is survived by his beloved wife, Marla Stagg Floyd, his daughter Amanda Floyd Bovino (Dr. Robert Bovino) and his son Preston...

On Monday February 21 Hazel M Avants, loving wife, mother, and grandmother, went to her eternal home, surrounded by love ones who will continue to honor her legacy by living there lives to the fullest.Hazel was blessed with a loving family and many friends She married her best friend Lee “Tokey” Avants on September 1, 1960. Hazel had a loving...

Pam Gilmore, 62, loving daughter and mother, passed away suddenly at her home on February 25, 2022. She is now in the presence of her heavenly Father and worshiping at His feet.Born Pamela Gwen Fontenot in Stuttgart, Germany on June 27, 1959, she is predeceased by her husband of 32 years, David Gilmore. Pam is lovingly remembered by her mother,...

Evelyn O. Melancon, a native of Amarillo, Texas, and a resident of Baton Rouge, Louisiana, passed away on Tuesday, February 22, 2022, at the age of 90. She was born to Owen Carpenter Edwards and Ann Smith Edwards on September 12, 1931. She is survived by her daughter, Sheri McElveen. A private family memorial service to be held at the...

James Anthony “Jimmy” Cedotal, age 80, passed away on Thursday, February 24, 2022.  Husband of 57 years to the late Glenda Fay Buras Cedotal of Gonzales. Son of the late Spaulding L. “Foots” Cedotal and Helen Johnson Cedotal. Father of Helen Cedotal Roy (Kenneth), Allison Cedotal Dickerson and the late Clint Cedotal (Heather).  Grandfather of Kylie Roy, Denise Roy, Everly...

Justin Paul Sealy, native of Baton Rouge and resident of Prairieville, passed away on Monday, February 21, 2022 at the age of 37.  Justin is survived by his children, Peyton, Alaina, and Braelyn; mother, Paula Guedry Gros and husband, Raymond; father, Howard Sealy; brother, Jeffrey Sealy.  A memorial to celebrate Justin’s life will be held at a later date.

Bryan Joseph Haydel, Sr., age 67, went to be with the Lord on February 22, 2022. While his time with us ended too soon, those that were blessed by his presence will forever cherish the imprint he left on our hearts and lives. Bryan was born on February 3, 1955, in Baton Rouge, Louisiana.  He was a 1974 graduate of...

Odelia “Ann” Tanner Richardson, 71, of Sorrento, LA, peacefully passed away on Saturday, February 19, 2022.  Ann was born on January 10, 1951, in Sorrento, LA, the daughter of Irreas and Loza Tanner.  Ann was preceded in death by her husband, Alvin Thomas Richardson, her son, Adam Thomas Richardson, her parents and brother, Charles Tanner.  Ann is survived by her...

Funeral services for Joseph McManus, age 78, will be held at 3:00pm on Saturday, March 5, 2022 at Gray’s Creek Baptist Church with Rev. David Brown as officiant. Burial will follow in the church cemetery.Visitation will be held at Gray’s Creek Baptist Church on Saturday, March 5, 2022 from 12:30pm until 3:00pm.Joseph was born on June 25, 1943 in Baton...

“But you dear friends, must build each other up in faith, pray in the power of the Holy Spirit, and await the mercy of our Lord Jesus Christ, who will bring eternal life.” Jude 1: 20-21.On February 18, 2022, Gary Wayne Darensbourg of Baton Rouge, went to be with the Lord, succumbing to cancer at the age of 67. He...