OBITUARIES

Jerry Joseph Fontenot

Jerry Joseph Fontenot

Dec 13, 2024

Jerry Joseph Fontenot, born on March 31, 1939 in Whitehall, LA. He passed away on December 13, 2024 in Maurepas, Louisiana, at the age of 85. Jerry enjoyed fishing, cooking and loved entertaining his family and friends. He was loved and will be missed by many. 

 He is survived by his wife, Debbie Fontenot; his children, Ken Fontenot, Greg Fontenot, Kathy...

Primchan Ramsundar

Primchan Ramsundar

Dec 12, 2024

Primchan Ramsundar, native of San Fernando, Trinidad and resident of Gonzales, LA, passed away in Gonzales on Thursday, December 12, 2024, at the age of 58.  

A visitation will be held at The Venue in St. Amant on Thursday, December 19, 2024, from 9am until service time at 12pm.  Cremation will take place after the service.   

Betty Stuckey

Betty Stuckey

Dec 12, 2024

Betty Josephine Stuckey, 80, of Baton Rouge, LA, passed away peacefully on Thursday, December 12, 2024, at Sage Healthcare in Baton Rouge. She was born on May 12, 1944, in Penuelas, Puerto Rico, to the late Arnold J. Stuckey and Josephine Castella Stuckey. Betty graduated from Fair Park High School in Shreveport, LA, in 1962. She went on to attend...

Harold Godwin Faust, III

Harold Godwin Faust, III

Dec 11, 2024

Harold Godwin Faust III, affectionately known as Hal to his friends and family, passed away unexpectedly on December 11, 2024, at the age of 75 in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Born on August 21, 1949, in St. Louis, Missouri, to the late Harold Godwin Faust Jr. and Jeanette Ainslie Mouat Faust, Hal was a man whose vibrant spirit and personality left...

Patricia "Patti" Funk Hubbs

Patricia "Patti" Funk Hubbs

Dec 11, 2024

Patricia “Patti” Funk Hubbs, a resident of Baton Rouge, Louisiana, passed away on Wednesday, December 11, 2024, at the age of 80. Patti was born on August 18, 1944, in New Orleans. 

Patti is a 1962 graduate of St. Joseph’s Academy and a 1966 graduate of Louisiana State University. Worked for several years as an office manager for several doctors in...

Alicia Hubble Sanders

Alicia Hubble Sanders

Dec 10, 2024

We are saddened to announce the passing of Alicia Hubble Sanders, who departed this world on December 10, 2024, just shy of her 65th birthday. Alicia was a beloved wife, mother, and grandmother who brought love and laughter to all who knew her.

 Alicia was a talented artist who found joy in painting and making stained glass. She could often be...

James Joseph Guthrie

James Joseph Guthrie

Dec 10, 2024

Mr. James Joseph Guthrie (Bubby) passed away on December 10,2024 at his residence at the age of 86. James was employed for many years with Chevron & AE Com as a piping designer until retirement. James was born in New Orleans, preceded in death of parents James Paul Guthrie and Mary Dorothy Navarre Guthrie. Beloved husband of Suzanne Dumas Guthrie....

James Claude "Jim/Jimbeaux" Achord

James Claude "Jim/Jimbeaux" Achord

Dec 10, 2024

James Claude "Jim/Jimbeaux" Achord died Tuesday, December 10th, 2024, at his daughter’s home in Gonzales after a brief illness. Age 86, resident and native of Gonzales. He was retired from Rubicon and also worked many years for Cos-Mar. Survived by daughter, Tina Gautreau; sons, Eric (Kathy) Achord and Chris Achord; grandchildren, Marc and Cory Garza, and Brynn, Emily, Jordan, and...

James Marion Stephens, Sr.

James Marion Stephens, Sr.

Dec 9, 2024

James Marion Stephens, Sr., affectionately known as "Jimmy," passed away peacefully on December 9, 2024, in Holden, Louisiana, surrounded by family and loved ones. Born on August 28, 1945, in Fort Myers, Florida, Jimmy lived a life marked by dedication to his family, faith, and community.

As the founder, owner, and operator of A-Best Specialties, Jimmy embodied the spirit of hard...

Arthur Hood Jr

Arthur Hood Jr

Dec 9, 2024

A ceremony celebrating the life of Arthur “Junior” Hood Jr., will be held on Saturday December 14, 2024, at Lighthouse Pentecostal Church visitation will begin at 11:00 am until time of the service at 1:00 pm, officiating Rev. Jerry Arnold and Rev. Mike Craig. Interment will follow at the church cemetery.

Mr. Hood was born in Denham Springs on May 21,...

Shirley Payne Meyers

Shirley Payne Meyers

Dec 8, 2024

A CEREMONY CELEBRATING THE LIFE OF SHIRLEY FAY PAYNE MEYERS WILL BE HELD ON THURSDAY DECEMBER 12, 2024, AT THE FIRST UNITED PENTECOSTAL CHURCH DENHAM SPRINGS VISITATION WILL BEGIN AT 4:00 PM UNTIL TIME OF SERVICE AT 6:00 PM. GRAVESIDE SERVICE WILL BE HELD ON FRIDAY DECEMBER 13, 2024, AT 10:00 AM AT TWIN PINES CEMETERY HOLDEN.

SHE WAS BORN ON...

Eloise Templet Zeringue

Eloise Templet Zeringue

Dec 8, 2024

Eloise Templet Zeringue, a retired Ascension Parish Bus Driver, passed away on Sunday, December 8, 2024. She was 95, a native of Pierre Part, LA and a resident of Modeste, LA. She was a member of St. Francis Ladies Altar Society and church choir for many years. She is survived by her children Linda (Eddie) Bellina, Gail (Bruce) Bourg, Faye...

Eliska "E.K" Radford

Eliska "E.K" Radford

Dec 7, 2024

Eliska Braud Radford, "E.K.", 70, of St. Amant, LA left this world on December 7th, 2024, surrounded by loved ones.A beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend will be forever remembered for how much she loved her family and friends and for her willingness to help those in need.She was born on May 17, 1954, and grew up the...

Angela Rogers Calhoun

Angela Rogers Calhoun

Dec 7, 2024

Angela Rogers Calhoun, loving mother and grandmother, passed away at the age of 69 on December 7th, 2024. She was born in Thibodaux,  Louisiana on August 12th,1955 and was a graduate of South Terrebonne High School. Resident of Denham Springs, Angela was a homemaker and enjoyed cooking, baking, crocheting, spending time with family and friends and all things owl themed. 

She...

Franz Fleckenstein

Franz Fleckenstein

Dec 6, 2024

Franz Guenther Fleckenstein passed away peacefully on December 6, 2024, in Baton Rouge, LA, following a brief illness. He was 86 years old. 

Born in Dietz, Germany, to Emma and Fritz Fleckenstein, Franz's early life was shaped by the challenges of post-World War II Europe. His resilient side emerged early as he learned how to provide for his family by salvaging...

Dianna Green Kepper

Dianna Green Kepper

Dec 5, 2024

Dianna Sue Green Kepper fell asleep in Jesus’ arms at her home in Denham Springs, LA after a brief illness on Thursday, December 5, 2024. She was surrounded by her attentive and loving family. She was 75 years old. She is survived by her devoted husband of 51 years, Otto “Gene” Kepper; children, Paul Kepper (Wendy), Michael Kepper (Jennifer), Kelly...

Herman Russell Wall

Herman Russell Wall

Dec 5, 2024

Herman “Rusty” Wall, 82, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully on 12/05/2024.

Born on November 11, 1942, Rusty spent most of his life in Mississippi before residing in Walker, LA, for the past two years. A man of great character and service, Rusty proudly served his country as a member of the U.S. National Guard for six...

Jeremy Scott Hebert

Jeremy Scott Hebert

Dec 5, 2024

Jeremy Scott "Phat" Hebert, a native of Baton Rouge, LA and a resident of Denham Springs, LA, died Thursday, December 5, 2024 at the age of 35. He is the loving father of Airyana Hebert, Jeremy James and Kirk Hebert, III. He is also survived by his mother, Robin Prine; father, Kirk Hebert, Sr.; sister, Sarah Prine; brother, Stephen Hebert,...

Samuel Ray Woods

Samuel Ray Woods

Dec 5, 2024

Memorial service celebrating the life of Samuel Ray Woods will be held at 2:00 PM, Saturday, December 14, 2024, at Amazing Grace Worship Center, Calhoun, LA. with Bro. Artie Beebe officiating.

 Samuel was born April 8, 1953, and passed from this life December 5, 2024, at the age of 71.

 Sam loved his camaro, doing word puzzles, and playing the lottery; most...

Claire E. Harris

Claire E. Harris

Dec 4, 2024

Claire E Harris born on Aug. 20, 1924, in the San Francisco Bay Area and has gone to be with her Lord on Dec. 4, 2024, at the age of 100. Claire will always be one of the most beautiful souls the Lord has ever welcomed back home. 

She is survived by Pamela Harris LaFitte of Baton Rouge LA, Michael Harris...