OBITUARIES

Dec 26, 2023

 

“I have fought the good and honorable fight I have finished the race; I have kept the faith…and not only to me, but also those who longed for this appearing.” II Timothy 4:7-8.

 

Gladys “Peanie” Babin passed away on Tuesday December 26, 2023, surrounded by her loving family at the age of eighty-nine. Gladys lived her life devoted...

Dec 26, 2023

 

 

 

Ruthalie “Ruth, Ruthie” Bourgeois Bourque, born in Gonzales, LA on August 13, 1928, passed away in Gonzales on Tuesday, December 26, 2023, at the age of 95.  Ruth was so very courageous, selfless, fun-loving and she had a heart of gold. Her love of God, Her Calvey, Family, and all loved ones never waivered. Ruth lost her...

Dec 25, 2023

Michael Wayne Mitchell was born in El Dorado, Arkansas on January 16, 1949 and was surrounded by his family when he passed away on December 25, 2023 at the age of 74.  He was loved by many and will be greatly missed.  He was part of the first graduating class of East Ascension High School in 1967 and retired after 30 plus years from Uniroyal Chemical/Lion Copolymer.  

Preceded in...

Dec 25, 2023

Gayle Paul Duplessis, born in Gonzales, LA on September 15, 1952, passed away on Monday, December 25, 2023 at the age of 71.  Gayle enjoyed cooking, LSU football, spending time with his dog, Bingo, and in his youth, he was a registered table tennis player.  Gayle is survived by his sister, Janice Molliere;  as well as numerous nieces, nephews, cousins,...

Dec 24, 2023

We are sad to announce the passing of Paul Murphy Naquin Jr “TPaul” of Gonzales, La. He died at the age of 59 on December 24, 2023 at 1:05 pm. Tpaul passed away suddenly at his home after a severe heart attack. He is survived by his son Paul Naquin III, his 3 grandsons Paul Naquin IV, Jaxon Naquin and...

Dec 24, 2023

 

Jim “Jimmy” Bacon, 83, of Gonzales, Louisiana , Passed away on December 24, 2023.

Born in 1940 in Dallas, Texas.

Jim was a beloved Husband, Father, Grand-Father and  Great Grand-Father.

Jim is survived by his loving wife, Sally A. Bacon (Baker) and a beautiful, blended family:  John Taylor Bacon, JoAnn Bacon Desselle, James Anthony Bacon, Maya Bacon Edwards, Dedra...

Dec 24, 2023

Dec 24, 2023

Lillie Mae Averett, born January 23, 1943, passed away on December 24, 2023 at the age of 80.

Lillie was a very proud grandmother and lived for visits with all her grandchildren. 

She is preceded in death by her husband, Tildon Averett, Jr.; her son, Tharan Averett; parents, Percy and Leathy Breland; brothers, Albert, Berlin, Raymond Breland; and sisters, Estelle...

Dec 23, 2023

 

Robert Edward Durnin Jr Passed away at home on 12/23/2023 from a long battle with Alzheimer's. He loved Fishing, Hunting & going to LSU Baseball games. He is survived by his wife Debbie Durnin, his stepsons Michael Doucet Jr. & Brock Doucet.His grandsons Destin Doucet & Anthony Doucet that he loved being pawpaw Bobby too. 

As well as his...

Dec 23, 2023

 

Gloria Diane Nevels, 73, of Baton Rouge, LA, passed away on December 23, 2023. She was born on November 12, 1950, in Terre Haute, Indiana, to Leroy and Helen B. Brown. Gloria was a woman of strong faith in Jesus and worshipped at Jimmy Swaggart Ministries on SBN Network. She had a deep love for her family and was...

Dec 23, 2023

 

Harold Mitchell “Mitch” Harris, a native of Memphis, TN and a resident of Baton Rouge, LA, passed away on December 23, 2023, at the age of 89. Mitch retired from the State Police and City Parish where he served for many years. He was a veteran who proudly served in the Marine Corps.

Survived by his beloved wife...

Dec 22, 2023

Sandra Mae Hebert, 75, of Cut Off, LA, passed away peacefully in her sleep on December 22, 2023 in Gonzales, LA. Born on July 10, 1948, Sandra was known for her funny and laid-back personality, always bringing joy to those around her. She took great pride in her Cajun heritage and loved sharing stories of growing up down the bayou.

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Dec 22, 2023

Abbi Lyn Moran, a native of Gonzales, LA, resident of St. Amant, LA, passed away Friday, December 22, 2023, at the age of 42.  Abbi is survived by her husband, Tobie Moran; step-daughter Hannah Lessard; mother, Teri Kessel; father, Glen Moran; stepfather, Fred Oehrle; sister, Jessica Moran (Kayne) Rouyea; brother, Alex (Terrilynn Saucier) Oehrle; grandmother, Hattie Bourgeois Moran; step granddaughters,...

Dec 21, 2023

Andrew Nicholas Wilson, known fondly as Andy, was born on February 14, 1986 in Fontana, California and passed away suddenly on December 21, 2023 in Bremerton, Washington. Andy brought joy to all those around him, living a life filled with love and adventure until his untimely departure.

Andy traveled the nation with his beloved dog, Lydia. Together, they explored new...

Dec 21, 2023

“What you leave behind is not what is engraved in stone monuments but what is woven into the lives of others.” Billy Gene Myers, of Gonzales, Louisiana, was a caring husband, father, paw paw, and friend to many. He passed away on December 21st, 2023 at the age of 93.

 

Billy was born on November 29th, 1930 in...

Dec 20, 2023

 

William Frederick "Freddie" Brown, age 74, went home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, December 20, 2023. 

 

Born in New Orleans, LA, he lived in Chalmette, LA  for over 30 years and later moved to Prairieville, LA  where he resided until his passing.

 

He served as a Sergeant in the U.S. Marine Corp Reserve for 6...

Dec 20, 2023

 

A ceremony celebrating the life of Landon Gage Prokop will be held on Thursday December 28, 2023, at Victory Baptist Church, 43385 N. Little Italy Road, Hammond, visitation will begin at 10:00 am until time of service at 1:00 pm. Interment will follow at Sykes Cemetery, Holden.

Landon was born on July 3, 2005, in Hammond, LA and departed...

Dec 19, 2023

 

Nina Neal Bankston passed away peacefully on December 19, 2023 at Summerfield Assisted Living in Slidell. She was born on December 7, 1959 to Janie Gaydos Neal and Harney Neal in Albany, La. Nina was very proud of her Hungarian Ancestry and her Louisiana roots. She moved to Nashville, TN for several years but returned to Louisiana a few...

Dec 19, 2023

 

Elton was a long-term resident of Prairieville, LA for 52 years. He grew up in Melville, LA. He died peacefully at home surrounded by family on December 19, 2023. He enjoyed traveling with his wife, riding motorcycles with family & friends, camping, and classic car shows.

Elton is survived by his wife, Peggy Duplichen Marcotte, of 52 years, and...

Dec 19, 2023

MaDonna Stevens-Lyon, 59, from St. Amant, Louisiana, passed away at home on December 19, 2023, after fighting a long hard battle with brain cancer.

MaDonna also known as “Donna”, “Candy” and “Baba” was born in Slidell, Louisiana on April 13, 1964, to Marita and Raymond Steves.

She was always praying for anyone in need, most thought of her as a...