OBITUARIES
Betty Watson
Aug 11, 2025
Betty Watson, "Mama Betty", was born April 8,1929 in Osceola, Arkansas and passed away August 11,2025 in Ethel, Louisiana. Betty spent her life as a Mother, Grandmother and housewife. She moved to Ethel after she was widowed but lived in Baton Rouge, False River and Port Allen. She spent many years helping with grandchildren and great grandchildren in younger days....
Vivian Daves
Aug 11, 2025
Vivian Daves, a resident of Tensas Parish, passed away on August 11, 2025, at the age of 80. She was a retired pilot and instructor. Vivian’s hobbies included decorating, gardening, and rescuing stray animals in need. She loved spending time with her family and pets.
Vivian is survived by her loving daughter Tami Baca (husband Armando); grandchildren, Shea White (husband Gary)...
Theodore Albert Bueto
Aug 10, 2025
Theodore "Theo" Albert Bueto passed away on August 10, 2025. He was 86 years old. Theo was born in Baton Rouge, Louisiana on September 10, 1938. He was the second of five sons born to Oscar and Ollie Mae Bueto. He graduated from Istrouma High School in 1957.
Theo is survived by his daughter, Jo Mehl; grandchildren Nichole Page, Jennifer (Jeremy) Watson,...
Brenda Elaine Lee Davis
Aug 10, 2025
For to me, to live is Christ, and to die is gain.” – Philippians 1:21
“Who can find a virtuous woman? for her price is far above rubies.” – Proverbs 31:10 “Favour is deceitful, and beauty is vain: but a woman that feareth the Lord, she shall be praised.” – Proverbs 31:30
Brenda Elaine Lee Davis, 75, of Walker, Louisiana, entered her...
John Allen Denstorff
Aug 10, 2025
Geismar, LA - A great day for John Allen Denstorff included a boat ride, fishing, hunting, time at the beach or on his houseboat, and a crawfish boil with family and friends. While he's seen his last day at his hunting camp, his friends and loved ones can hang on to memories made with John over his 68 years of...
Patti Michelle Jones Wallace
Aug 9, 2025
With profound love and eternal gratitude, we announce the passing of Patti Michelle Jones Wallace, who departed peacefully on August 9th, 2025 at 65 years of age. She was a woman of unwavering principles, intellectual curiosity, and boundless grace. She illuminated every life she touched.
Patti was born at Charity Hospital in New Orleans to Purity & Lottie Jones. Coming of...
Melissa Ann Smith
Aug 8, 2025
Funeral service celebrating the life of Melissa Ann Smith of Monroe, LA. will be held at 10:00 AM, Wednesday, August 13, 2025 at Fair Park Baptist Church, West Monroe.
Family will receive friends for visitation 9:00 AM until time of service at the church, Interment will follow at Hasley Cemetery, West Monroe.
Melissa passed away on August 8, 2025, after a courageous...
Nelda Faye Jones
Aug 7, 2025
Nelda Faye "Nell" Jones, aged 84, of Walker, Louisiana, passed away peacefully on August 7, 2025. Born on January 8,1941, in the quaint town of Frost, Louisiana, Nell carried the warmth and grace of her era throughout her life.
Nell was a woman of Christian faith, which guided her through the many seasons of her life. Her spirit was a beacon...
Joseph Oliver "Joe" Major, Jr.
Aug 7, 2025
Joseph Oliver “Joe” Major, Jr., a native of New Roads, LA, and a longtime resident of Fordoche, LA, passed away peacefully at his home on Thursday, August 7, 2025, at the age of 80. Joe had a long career as a nationally acclaimed chef and restaurant owner, most notably as the founder of Joe’s “Dreyfus Store” Restaurant in Livonia, LA,...
Calvin Jeffery Lockhart
Aug 6, 2025
Calvin Jeffery “Jeff” Lockhart, a native of Baton Rouge, Louisiana and a resident of Denham Springs died Wednesday, August 6, 2025 at the age of 67. He was the beloved son of the late Ella Kent and Jack Allen Lockhart. He is survived by his sister, Alison Bonnette; niece and nephew, Tiffany Blouin (Blaine) and Justin Miller; great nieces and...
Dorothy Hood Wax
Aug 6, 2025
Dorothy Hood Wax, affectionately known as "Granny" to her grandchildren, passed away on Wednesday, August 6, 2025, at Flannery Oaks Guest House. Born on March 30, 1939, in Denham Springs to Garney and Violet Hood. She was 86 years old.
She is survived by her daughter and son-in-law, Jerry and Darryl Mack. She is also survived by her grandson, Michael B....
Patricia Ann 'Pam' McElroy
Aug 5, 2025
With heavy hearts and much love, friends and family announce the passing of Patricia Ann McElroy “Pam” on August 5, 2025.
Pam was born in Norman, Oklahoma on August 11, 1950, to Buel and Elizabeth McElroy. She grew up in Stillwater and spent most of her childhood at the college she loved, Oklahoma State University (OSU), because both her parents worked...
Linda Felps Melancon
Aug 5, 2025
Linda Felps Melancon, born in New Orleans, LA and resident of Livingston, LA passed away peacefully on August 5, 2025, at the age of 74. She was a long-time member of Veterans of Foreign Wars Auxiliary as well as French Settlement Historical Society. Linda enjoyed watching monster movies, cooking and HGTV. She is survived by her husband, Kerry Melancon; daughter,...
Bonnie Haley Noland
Aug 4, 2025
Bonnie Haley Noland, a native of Centreville, MS and resident of Maurepas, LA, passed away peacefully on August 4, 2025, at the age of 69. Bonnie loved to hike and be outdoors, surrounded by nature. She was also known to paint and enjoyed creating artwork. Bonnie is survived by her son, Donald Ray Noland; granddaughter, Abigail Rae Noland; siblings, James,...
Kendra Swain Trahan
Aug 4, 2025
Kendra Swain Trahan, a native of Mt. Clemens, Michigan, and a resident of Baton Rouge, Louisiana, passed away on August 4, 2025, at the age of 63. Kendra loved the Lord, animals, singing, playing cards, spending time with family and friends at church, social gatherings, and on trips, especially beach trips. She was a member of Woodlawn Baptist Church.
Kendra received...
Virginia Ann Reneau
Aug 4, 2025
Memorial service celebrating the life of Virginia Ann Reneau will be held at a later date.
With heavy hearts, yet profound gratitude for a life beautifully lived, we announce the passing of our beloved Virginia Ann Reneau. Virginia departed from this life on August 4th, 2025, at the remarkable age of 94. She was born on December 22nd, 1930.
Virginia was a...
Albin Joseph "Brother" Robillard, Jr.
Aug 3, 2025
Albin Joseph “Brother” Robillard, Jr., a native and resident of Pointe Coupee Parish, passed away on August 3, 2025, at the age of 88.
Brother is survived by daughters, Jackie Phillips (Robin), Sharon Robillard, Missy Conner (James), Tammy Leanna McCarty (Rick); grandchildren, Sherry Foster (Justin), Johnny Wallace, Travis Wallace (Becky), Tonye Daniel, Daniel Holliday (Hina), Tristan Nolan, Heather May (Aaron), Justin...
Byron Boothe
Aug 3, 2025
Funeral service celebrating the life of Byron Boothe of Monroe, LA. will be held at 1:00 PM, Wednesday, August 6, 2025 at Amazing Grace Worship Center, with Pastor, Artie Beebe officiating.
Family will receive friends for visitation 12:00 PM until time of service at the church.
Byron passed away peacefully on August 3, 2025 at the Carpenter House in Shreveport, LA. He...
Terry Roussell
Aug 2, 2025
Terry Wayne Roussel, 81, of Prairieville, Louisiana, was born on December 15, 1944, to O’Leary Roussel and Dorothy Roussel in Norco, Louisiana, and was called to his eternal home on August 2, 2025, surrounded by his loving family.
He married the love of his life, Amanda LeBlanc Roussel, on June 20, 1998. He was a devoted husband, father, grandfather and great...
Gregory Lansford Allen
Aug 1, 2025
Gregory Lansford Allen, 79, of Baker, Louisiana, passed away on August 1, 2025, in his home surrounded by loving family.
Greg was born January 10. 1946 in New Roads, Louisiana, the son of Theodore Lansford Allen and Shirley Mae Allen (Abbott).
Greg graduated from Baker High School in 1964, attended LSU for one year then joined the Navy in 1965, and served...
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