OBITUARIES
Janice McDaniel Cedars
Jul 15, 2025
Janice McDaniel Cedars, 80, passed away peacefully on July 15, 2025. She was born on July 8th, 1945 to her beloved parents, Robert K. McDaniel and Gladys (Magee) McDaniel. After graduating from Brookhaven High School, she went on to earn her Bachelor’s degree from LSU. She later earned a Master’s degree from LSU.
She was selfless, humble, loving, brilliant and musically...
Leilani Wiebeck
Jul 14, 2025
Leilani Wiebeck, a resident of Livingston parish, passed away peacefully on July 14, 2025, at the age of 53.
A memorial to celebrate her life will be planned for a future date.
Ronald E. "Ron" Peterson
Jul 14, 2025
Ronald E. Peterson, native of New Orleans and resident of Gonzales, LA, passed away on July 14, 2025, at the age 82.
Ron was a member of The Church International in St Amant, LA for many years and served on the Cooking for Christ Team. He wanted to always be in the kitchen with his favorite group of people, serving the...
Robert H. Bares
Jul 13, 2025
Robert H. Bares, a devoted father and self-employed hard worker, passed away on July 13, 2025, in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, at the age of 77. Born on August 24, 1947, in New Orleans, Louisiana, Robert was a native of the city, demonstrating the strength and resilience of his character as he relocated post-Hurricane Katrina.
Robert's education included his time at Moody...
Carol Louise Swanson
Jul 12, 2025
Carol Louise Swanson, 76, passed away peacefully in Prairieville, LA on July 12, 2025. She was born April 27, 1949 in Rockford IL to her beloved parents, Helmer L Swanson and Elsa (Gunnerson) Swanson. She spent the majority of her career in the finance industry. She was a devout Christian and loved her church, Wildwood United Methodist Church in Wildwood,...
Shelby "Shelly" Lynn Bourgeois
Jul 12, 2025
Shelby "Shelly" Lynn Bourgeois, born on August 20, 1982, passed away on July 12, 2025. Shelby was known for her dedication to helping others, her love for church, and her volunteering as a greeter. She frequently watched Steven Furtick and had a career in retail.
Shelby is survived by her children, Lexie Bourgeois, Joseph Bordelon, and Gracie Bourgeois. She is also...
Morgan Taylor Webre
Jul 12, 2025
"Your life was a blessing, your memory a treasure. You are loved beyond words and missed beyond measure"
Morgan Webre, a resident of Rosedale, and a native of Maringouin, Louisiana, passed away on July 12, 2025, at the age of 32. Born on January 15, 1993, Morgan brought love and laughter to those who knew her.
She is survived by her beloved...
John Luke Boudreaux
Jul 12, 2025
John Luke Boudreaux, age 80, of St. Amant, Louisiana, passed away peacefully on Saturday, July 12, 2025, just a few days shy of his 81st birthday, leaving behind a legacy of love, integrity, and wisdom.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held in his honor on Friday, July 18, 2025, at 10:30 a.m. at Our Lady of the Holy Rosary...
Robert Earl Cobb
Jul 11, 2025
The life of Robert Earl Cobb began on this earth April 23, 1954. Heaven welcomed him on July 11, 2025. Together with his wife, Stefanie Golmon Cobb spent 48 years of marriage. During those years they had five amazing children, Adam (April), Mandi (Jason Howze), Matthew (Kim) Sammy ( Lori), and Randi(Lance Hart). Fifteen grandchildren, Jasmine "Tzippy" Cobb, David "Taylor"...
Faye Acaldo Templet
Jul 11, 2025
Faye Acaldo-Templet, a beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully in her home on July 11, 2025, in Gonzales, Louisiana.
Born in Gonzales, she spent her life rooted in the love of family and the joy of caring for others. Faye was a devoted mother to her three children, Randy Templet, Jamie Templet, and Amber O’Brien. She was also...
Donald J. "Paw" Powers
Jul 11, 2025
He was born October 16, 1941, and passed away on July 11, 2025, at home surrounded by his family. He is survived by two daughters, Mindy (Kevin) LaBauve and Denise Powers; Grandkids, Zack (Collin) Powers, Madison (Turner) Francis, Maggie "Goose" and Brody LaBauve; two great grandsons, Brooks, and Bennett Francis; two brothers, David and Lloyd Powers. He is preceded in...
Hunter Michael Roberts
Jul 10, 2025
Hunter Michael Roberts passed away peacefully in Hammond, LA on Thursday, July 10, 2025, at the age of 38 after a short and courageous battle with cancer. He was born on September 30, 1986, to Tammy Roberts and Todd Moran. He attended Saint Amant High School and River Parishes Community College.
He is survived by his father, Todd Moran; sister Taylor...
Lena Shearer
Jul 10, 2025
Lena Shearer left her earthly home for her home in Glory; today - July 10th, 2025 at the age of 91.
Lena Lee Slaton was born on October 11th, 1933 to Thomas Davis and Allie Tingle Slaton in New Augusta, Mississippi. The family later relocated to Jackson, where she graduated from Mississippi School for the Deaf. It was also in Jackson...
Gary John Babin
Jul 9, 2025
Gary John Babin, born on April 6, 1941 in Sorrento, LA, passed away in Gonzales, LA on July 9, 2025, at the age of 84. He was a resident of Lake, Louisiana 51 years. Gary loved being outdoors where he could go hunting, fishing and camping. He was known as the family comedian and had a deep love for music....
Donna Hilbert Wainwright
Jul 9, 2025
A gathering celebrating the life of Donna Hilbert Wainwright will be held on Sunday July 20, 2025, 5:00 pm until 7:00 pm at The Livingston Country Club.
Donna, a loving wife, mother and grandmother passed away on Wednesday July 9, 2025.
She is survived by her son, Fred Oliver Wainwright Jr., and her daughter Sarah Jones (Billy Martin); grandchildren Bruce Brandon Jones,...
Angela Jones
Jul 8, 2025
Say not in grief, she is no more, but in thankfulness that she was." A beloved mother, daughter, sister, and grandmother passed away on Tuesday, July 8, 2025 at Baton Rouge General Hospital. She was 58 and a Baton Rouge native. Angela was one of a kind and marched to the beat of her own drum. Even through her trials...
Joshua Michael Cole
Jul 8, 2025
Joshua Michael Cole was born in New Orleans on August 16, 1970, and rested from this life on Tuesday July 8, 2025, in Jefferson, LA, at the age of 54 years.
Josh was a resident of Metairie, an avid reader of the Bible and eagerly shared his Christian Faith. He enjoyed fishing, and always researching for knowledge on any subject, continually...
Glen Artis Eldridge
Jul 8, 2025
Funeral service celebrating the life of Glen Artis Eldridge “Sixgun” will be held 10:30 AM, Saturday, July 12, 2025 at Fishnet Worship Center, West Monroe, LA. with Pastor, Russell Rhodes officiating. Interment will follow at Salem Cemetery, Eros, LA.
Glen was born November 28, 1966 and passed from this life surrounded by his family July 8, 2025.
He lovingly known by his...
Jason Loyd Wells
Jul 8, 2025
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Jason Loyd Wells, who left us on July 8, 2025, at the age of 48. Jason was a beloved son, brother, uncle, and friend, known for his boundless generosity and unwavering commitment to his family.
Born on September 18, 1976, Jason spent his entire life in Central, Louisiana. From a...
Jordan Dane Wesley
Jul 7, 2025
Jordan Dane Wesley was born on July 7, 2025, at Woman’s Hospital to parents Jackie Dane Wesley Jr. and SeDonia Wesley, joining siblings Jackson, Gracie, and Charlotte.
He later passed away in the embrace of God surrounded by his loving family.
Jordan is preceded in death by his Mimi “DeeDee” Diane Yoches and his namesake Great Aunt and Uncle Shirley and Bill...
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