OBITUARIES
Rita Faye Elisar
Jun 23, 2025
Rita Faye Elisar passed away on Monday, June 23, 2025
at the age of 69. She was raised in Dutchtown Louisiana but moved to Baton Rouge in the 90's. Rita Faye loved listening to her music on her radio, going shopping, eating out and visiting with her neighbors from St. Theresa's Apartments.
She is survived by her two brothers and their wives,...
Kurt Glynn Nickens
Jun 23, 2025
Baton Rouge, LA – It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Kurt Glynn Nickens, who left us on June 23rd, 2025, at the Centerpoint Rehab facility in Baton Rouge. Born on February 14th, 1976, in Baton Rouge, Kurt was a vibrant soul who brought joy and laughter to those around him throughout his 49 years.
Kurt was...
Robert Van Kerkhove
Jun 22, 2025
A Mass of Chrisitan Burial will be celebrated for Robert Van Kerkhove on Saturday July 12, 2025, at 12 noon, at Most Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church, visitation will begin at 11:00 am until time of the service.
Robert was born on April 26, 1944, in Baton Rouge and rested from this life on June 22, 2025, at Our Lady of the...
Rosalyn Falsetta Griffin
Jun 22, 2025
Rosalyn Falsetta Griffin, our beloved mother, Granny, and Gigi, passed away peacefully on June 22, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. A lifelong resident of Donaldsonville, Louisiana, Rosalyn took immense pride in her roots as the daughter of “Big” Ralph Falsetta and Solange Simoneaux Falsetta. Born and raised in Donaldsonville, she cherished her hometown and held dear the memories of...
Kenney Lynn Andrews
Jun 20, 2025
Kenney Lynn Andrews, a resident of Head of Island and native of Port Vincent, passed away on Friday, June 20, 2025.
Kenney retired from Picou Brothers Construction Company. Kenney enjoyed camping with friends.
He is survived by son and daughter-in-law, Brad and Jennifer Andrews; two grandchildren, Brady and Blair; stepson, Austin Arceneaux (Penny). He is also survived by two sisters, Cathy Cedotal...
Byron James Gautreau "Paw"
Jun 20, 2025
Byron James Gautreau “Paw”, born on September 7, 1931 in Gonzales, LA, and passed away on June 20, 2025 in Reserve, LA, at the age of 93. He served in Japan during the Korean War and was the Ascension Parish School Board Maintenance Supervisor until his retirement. He was a hard worker who could fix anything and was fiercely loyal...
Larry G. Stevens
Jun 19, 2025
On June 19, 2025, early morning hours, Mr. Larry G. Stevens, age 72 of Ethel, LA, embarked on a new journey, free from any pain and now in full joy resting in peace. His spirit took flight leaving Ethel, LA to begin his new life in Heaven.
Mr. Larry G. Stevens precedes the death of both his parents, Bobby G. Stevens...
Carl Bradley "Brad" Smith
Jun 19, 2025
"I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith." 2 Timothy 4:7
Carl Bradley "Brad" Smith was born on July 21, 1959, in New Orleans, LA, to Robert "Bob" and Charlotte Smith, passed away on Thursday, June 19, 2025, in Baton Rouge, LA. He grew up in Gonzales, graduating from East Ascension Senior High...
Ronald Kenneth Gurley
Jun 17, 2025
Ronald Kenneth Gurley
March 21, 1944 - June 17, 2025
Ron is now face to face with his Savior, Jesus Christ. Ron was born to Ken and Clara Mae Gurley and spent most of his life in Louisiana, ultimately passing away peacefully in his parent's home in Baton Rouge. Ron had charm, wit, intelligence, and a sense of adventure. He was athletic,...
Howard Eugene Myers
Jun 17, 2025
Howard Eugene Myers, lovingly known as Gene, passed away June 17, 2025. Gene was born February 7, 1933 to Jessie B. Myers and Gladys Renois Myers in Pelican, Louisiana. He attended Pelican School. He joined the Navy during the Korean Conflict and served four years aboard the USS Philippine Sea (a Essex-Class Aircraft Carrier). After four years in the military...
Larry Murray
Jun 17, 2025
Larry Murray, passed away on June 17, 2025. Private services are being held with Church Funeral Services. He is preceded in death by his mother, Marshelle Murray; and his grandmothers, Nora Holmes Martin and Lorraine Patton. He is survived by his father, Larry Richardson (Tanga); and two brothers and three sisters.
Angela Josephine Young
Jun 15, 2025
Angela Josephine Young
Angela Josephine Young (née Attfield) was born in Taplow, a small town just west of London, England, on December 9th, 1956. She was an only child, born to her father Lawrence Attfield and her mother Anne Josephine “Josie” Chalker. She was very close to her father and some of her most happy memories were caravanning with her cousin...
Martin Grady Harrison
Jun 14, 2025
Martin Grady Harrison, 77, passed away peacefully on June 14, 2025.
Born in Ypsilanti, Michigan, on April 13, 1948, Martin spent much of his life in Michigan before finding his true home in Denham Springs, Louisiana.
Martin worked as an Operations Manager for Honeywell, where his dedication, steady leadership, and strong work ethic earned the respect of many. Outside of his career,...
Claudia Faye Bowman Savoy
Jun 14, 2025
Claudia Faye Bowman Savoy was born on March 2, 1943, in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. She graduated from Istrouma High School in1962. Soon after, she met and married her husband of 45 years, John Edward (Turtle) Savoy. Together they raised two daughters, Marie and Jessie.
In 1974, they moved to the Prairieville area where she worked for many years at United Way...
Allen Ray Meades
Jun 14, 2025
Allen Ray Meades, age 70, passed away peacefully at his home in Walker, Louisiana on June 14, 2025, surrounded by his loving family.
Allen was born on October 1, 1954, and if you knew him, you knew he had a huge heart. He was always the first to help, the last to complain, and someone you could always count on. He...
Stephen Culotta Jr.
Jun 13, 2025
Stephen Culotta, Jr., a native of New Orleans, LA, passed away peacefully on Friday, June 13, 2025, at the age of 73. He was the son of the late Stephen Culotta, Sr. and Angel Augusta Cantrell Culotta.
Stephen is survived by his children; Tony Culotta, Trisha Culotta Fraser and husband Thomas, Stephen Culotta, and Blake Culotta. He was a grandfather to...
Martin Joseph Kearns
Jun 13, 2025
Martin Joseph Kearns, age 87, passed away on June 13, 2025. “Waiting For Marty” was a book I always said I would write but never have. The people that worked with him said “There was regular time and then there was Marty time.” He was very seldom early. Marty was a bit of a late bloomer. He took several years...
Kevin D Ray
Jun 13, 2025
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our brother, Kevin on Friday, June 13, 2025. He was born September 20, 1961, to Virgil and Norma Ray. He was an avid LSU fan, as well as drag racing and NASCAR. He also had an interest in airplanes. Kevin is survived by his sisters, Lisa Babin (Jay), Denise...
Christopher Glynn Dilldine
Jun 13, 2025
It is with great sadness and devastation that we announce the passing of our beloved son, Christopher Dilldine.
Chris was born on December 30, 1990 in Baton Rouge and passed away on June 13, 2025. He was an organ donor, and with his passing, he saved three other lives. Chris was sarcastic, funny, and had a personality and spirit that could...
Ellen S. Cullen
Jun 13, 2025
Ellen Sillinger Cullen, a native of Baker, Louisiana and a resident of Prairieville, Louisiana, received her wings and passed into glory peacefully on Friday, June 13th, 2025, at the age of 59. She was a beloved wife, sister, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and aunt. She had a great love for her family and a zest for life. She was a breast...
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