OBITUARIES
Carol Lynn Erwin
Dec 28, 2024
Carol Lynn Erwin, beloved wife, mother, Nana, and friend, passed away peacefully on December 28th, 2024, at her home under the watchful care of her family. She was 65 years old.
Carol was born to Robert Earl and Carolyn Sue Schmitt on April 17th, 1959, in Cleves, Ohio. Carol married Terry Erwin on September 27th, 2019.
She was known for her compassion,...
Kandi Denise Sestina
Dec 27, 2024
Kandi Denise (Williamson) Sestina, beloved wife, mother, nana, sister, and friend peacefully passed away on the evening of December 27, 2024 in her tiny house on the bayou in St. Amant LA. She was 65 years old.
Kandi was born on December 12, 1959 to Lowrey and Peggy Williamson Sr. in Shreveport LA. She lived most of her life in Louisiana...
Richard "Rick" Hanley
Dec 27, 2024
Richard (Rick) A. Hanley Sr.
Richard (Rick) A. Hanley, of Prairieville, LA, passed away on Friday, December 27th, 2024, surrounded by his loving family after a courageous 17-year battle with cancer. Born on May 20th, 1950, in Jennings, LA, Rick leaves behind a legacy of love, strength, and unwavering faith. He was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and friend whose life...
James Poe Jr
Dec 27, 2024
James Alden Poe, Jr. (AKA “Junior”) was born on June 1, 1999, in Baton Rouge, and departed Denham Springs to be with our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on December 27, 2024. He was twenty-five (25) years young.
Junior was gifted to this world to bring cheer and laughter to everyone. He lived to give, bless, love, and spread joy. His...
Patricia Elaine Jenkins
Dec 26, 2024
BATON ROUGE - Patricia Elaine Jenkins, age 81, passed away peacefully on December 26, 2024. Born on July 5, 1943, in Opelousas, Louisiana, she was the cherished daughter of Frank A. Burleigh and Verna M. Burleigh.
A proud graduate of Opelousas High School’s Class of 1961, Patricia went on to build a fulfilling career in Pathology at Baton Rouge General Mid-City....
Joseph Donald Robert Hankins
Dec 25, 2024
Joseph Donald Robert Hankins passed away on December 25, 2024, in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Born on December 17, 1942, in Winnipeg, Canada, He led a life marked by dedication, loyalty, and a zest for adventure.
A proud veteran, Joseph served as a drill sergeant in the United States Airforce for eight years, attaining the rank of master sergeant. His military service...
Selby "Ray" Woodward
Dec 24, 2024
Selby "Ray" Woodward passed peacefully on December 24, 2024 at Our Lady of the Lake hospital in Baton Rouge. Ray was a resident of Ponchatoula, Louisiana. He is survived by his wife of 50 years Ann Marie Schilling Woodward of Ponchatoula, his daughter Kimberly Woodward Miles of St. Amant, his granddaughters Alaina Miles, Kara Miles and grandson Toby Miles of...
Jeannie Martin
Dec 24, 2024
Jeannie Martin 73, of Prairieville, loving mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away Tuesday December 24,2024.
Born April 5, 1951, she grew up in Alton, Il and moved to Louisiana in 1994, where she later became the proud of Bayou Bar. She loved her customers and her community. She will always be remembered for her kindness and generosity. Jeannie never knew a...
Michael Thomas Barrett
Dec 24, 2024
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Memorial service to honor and celebrate the life of a remarkable man, Mr. Michael Thomas Barrett. A loving husband, devoted grandfather, and cherished friend. Will be held 10:30 AM, Thursday, January 2, 2025, at Christ Church West Monroe with Bro. Greg Dunn officiating.
Michael was born on July 1, 1948,...
John Kent Busalacchi
2024
John Kent Busalacchi, passed away, December 23, 2024, at the young age of 67, leaving behind a legacy of joy, laughter and love. John lived life to its fullest, embracing every moment with passion. He was an avid football fan, with a special fondness for the New Orleans Saints, and cherished infinite hours playing cards with his close friends.
Above all,...
Monica Lynn Nicholson
Dec 23, 2024
With deep sadness we announce the sudden passing of a beloved mother, Monica Lynn Nicholson, on December 23, 2024, at the age of 69. Lynn was born on January 22, 1955.
She was a registered nurse graduate of Charity School of Nursing and had a long nursing career working in many fields of healthcare and retiring from the State of Louisiana...
Renee Sylvester
Dec 22, 2024
With deep sadness we announce the passing of our beloved sister, Renee Sylvester, on December 22, 2024, at the age of 64. Renee was born on April 22, 1960.
She graduated from Tara High School and enjoyed a long career working for the State of Louisiana. After retiring, Renee held a variety of jobs including Lake Urgent Care in Denham Springs,...
Mark Tanner Murphy
Dec 21, 2024
Mark "Tanner" Murphy (April 19, 1992 - December 21, 2024), born on Easter Sunday, embodied the spirit of kindness, compassion, and love that shone brightly throughout his life.
A film enthusiast with a vast knowledge of movies, Tanner's passion for cinema was contagious. This passion for film came from his since passed grandfather Larry S. Murphy of Barboursville WV.
In his adult...
Dianne Castay Lambert
Dec 21, 2024
Dianne Castay Lambert, a lifelong resident of New Orleans, LA, passed away Saturday, December 21, 2024. Dianne was born June 9, 1945 and was 79 years of age. Dianne was a loving wife, mother and grandmother. She enjoyed gardening, spending time with her grandchildren and the Christmas holidays. Dianne's Christmas tree was adorned with beautiful porcelain dolls, Hallmark ornaments and...
Richard Creel
Dec 21, 2024
Richard “Sonny” Creel, beloved husband and father; cherished brother, uncle, and friend; and respected chef will be remembered for his incomparable work ethic, devotion to his family, dedication to helping others, and his mischievous sense of humor. Sonny’s positivity and creativity touched countless lives along his journey. He died unexpectedly Saturday, December 21, 2024, in Prairieville, LA, at the age...
Rebecca Cresie
Dec 21, 2024
Rebecca Rue Cresie, 18 years old, from Prairieville, passed away on December 21, 2024. Beloved daughter, sister, niece, granddaughter, cousin, and friend. She was known for being funny, thoughtful, and sassy. She loved makeup and planned to go to cosmetology school when she graduated from Prairieville High School. She is survived by her parents, Deuce & Kristen Cresie, brother Dathan...
Carol J Myers
Dec 20, 2024
Carol J Myers,70, passed away Friday, December 20, 2024, in Denham Springs, LA. Carol was born to the late Robert McLeod and the late Sarah Hathcox on February 26, 1954, in Baton Rouge, LA. She graduated from Central High School in 1972 and went on to work as an insulator for many years with Heat and Frost Insulators Union Local...
Betty Pearl Burge Dunlap
Dec 20, 2024
Betty Pearl Burge Dunlap, born November 19, 1936, passed away during the early morning hours of December 20, 2024, after a lengthy battle with dementia. Betty was born in Arkansas, but was a longtime resident of Walker. She graduated from Walker High School. Betty worked at James Drug Store in Denham Springs where she was employed for close to fifty...
Melvin Ray Cox Sr.
Dec 19, 2024
Melvin R. Cox Sr., 73, of Prairieville, LA was called to Heaven on Thursday, December 19, 2024, after an unexpected, yet hard fought battle. He was a great man, husband, dad, and pawpaw. A lifelong mechanic and still working full-time, He rarely experienced a day where he didn’t share his knowledge with others. His life was filled with love and...
Donnie Boudreaux
Dec 18, 2024
Donnie Ray Boudreaux was born on October 7, 1977, and rested from this life in Baton Rouge, on December 18, 2024.
He was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents, Daniel and Joy Janette Majors Boudreaux, and maternal grandparents, Jessie and Ella Mae Darbonne Phillips.
He is survived by his parents, Darrel Boudreaux (Tracey Walton Boudreaux) of Bayou Jack, LA and Cynthia...
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