OBITUARIES

Rose Mary Picard Richardson

Rose Mary Picard Richardson

Jun 27, 2026

Rose Mary Picard Richardson was born on November 9, 1942, in Shreveport, Louisiana, to Amelcar and Eula Picard. Born to deaf parents, she learned American Sign Language at an early age, a gift that allowed her to communicate with compassion and serve those around her throughout her life.

Rose Mary was a devoted member of The Church of Jesus Christ of...

Dennis James Brown

Dennis James Brown

Jun 27, 2026

Dennis James "Denny" Brown, born in Baton Rouge, LA on January 7, 1953, passed away on June 27, 2026, in Baton Rouge, LA at the age of 73. Denny graduated from Redemptorist High School and remained an active member of their alumni community. He enjoyed watching the LSU Tigers play while gathering with friends and family to do so if...

Homer Alan Emily

Homer Alan Emily

Jun 26, 2026

Homer Emily 69, of Clinton, LA passed away on June 26, 2026. He was born August 4, 1956 in Cadet, MO to Joseph & Nora(Ward) Emily.

He married Ginger Emily in 1988 in Centreville, MS. They were happily married for 48 years. He is proceeded in death by his parents Joseph & Nora, Sylvia Emily (sister) Zachary Emily (brother) Dale Alan...

Carolyn Victoria Hagan Bourg

Carolyn Victoria Hagan Bourg

Jun 26, 2026

A ceremony celebrating the life of Carolyn V. Bourg will be held on Tuesday June 30, 2026, at Victory in Prayer Outreach Ministries, visitation will begin at 9:30 am until time of service at 11:00 am. Interment will follow at Briar Patch Cemetery, officiating Rev. Cherie Ard.

Carolyn “MeMe” Victoria Hagan Bourg

Carolyn was born in Albany, Louisiana on March 18, 1945,...

Lyle Adkins

Lyle Adkins

Jun 25, 2026

Lyle was born in Midkiff West Virginia on March 3, 1954 . He moved to Baton Rouge, Louisiana in 1979 . A father to 3 sons Dale Adkins , Lyle Adkins , and Michael Adkins . He married 3 times , Constance L. Dial (mother to Dale) , Cheryl Rambin (mother to Lyle and Michael) and Danya Adkins . In...

Martha Dominguez Merchán

Martha Dominguez Merchán

Jun 24, 2026

With heavy hearts, we share news of the passing of Martha Domínguez Merchán. Born on September 29, 1949, in Santa Clara, Cuba, Martha lived fiercely a life full of family, food, books, music, and dancing. She passed away peacefully on June 24, 2026, surrounded by family in Baton Rouge, Louisiana.

Martha came from Cuba in October 31, 1961, as a part...

Amy Schexnayder Waguespack

Amy Schexnayder Waguespack

Jun 24, 2026

Amy Schexnayder Waguespack, born on September 14, 1964, in Baton Rouge, LA, passed away at her home on June 24, 2026, in Darrow, LA. Amy was a devoted mother, proud grandmother, and loyal friend. Her life was marked by her unwavering love for her family and her incredible resilience through life's challenges.

Amy's greatest joy came from spending time with her...

Brandy Lynn Latino

Brandy Lynn Latino

Jun 23, 2026

Brandy Lynn Latino was born on November 3, 1977, in Chalmette, LA and was a resident of Amite, LA until she passed at her home on June 23, 2026.

She was the daughter of Darlene White and Anthony Latino, Sr. She is survived by her brother Anthony Latino, Jr and two nephews, and sister Leslie Morgan (Matthew) and two nephews. Also...

Patricia Ann Gall Fair

Patricia Ann Gall Fair

Jun 23, 2026

Patricia Ann Gall Fair passed away peacefully on June 23, 2026, at the age of 88, surrounded by the love of her family.

Pat was born on March 8, 1938, in Chicago, Illinois, where she was born and raised. Following her marriage, she made her home in Chicago Heights, Illinois, where she and her husband raised their family from 1962 until...

Karl David Firesheets

Karl David Firesheets

Jun 23, 2026

Karl David Firesheets passed away on Tuesday June 23, 2026, at the age of 71. Karl was a resident of the greater Baton Rouge area for the vast majority of his life. He was an avid supporter of LSU sports and Saints football. He enjoyed gardening, cooking, and relaxing at home in Greenwell Springs. He was a grocery manager at...

Gail Genevieve Hansen McClure

Gail Genevieve Hansen McClure

Jun 23, 2026

Gail Genevieve Hansen McClure, age 69, of Ascension Parish, Louisiana passed away on June 23, 2026. She was preceded in death by her parents; Kjell and Edna Hansen; her son Lloyd Cernich Jr; and her sisters Susan Gautreaux and Karen Cernich.

Gail is survived by her adoring husband Michael McClure; her brother Knute Hansen (Claudette); their children Timmy Cernich (Holly), Jimmy...

Michael Allen Davis

Michael Allen Davis

Jun 23, 2026

A ceremony celebrating the life of Michael Allen Davis will be held on Saturday June 27, 2026, at Cross Truth Ministries, 17457 Wes McLin Road, Livingston, LA 70754. Visitation will begin at 10:00 am until time of the service at 12 noon.

Michael was born in Bogalusa, on July 3, 1956, and rested from this life on Tuesday June 23, 2026,...

Ronald "Ronnie" Ryals

Ronald "Ronnie" Ryals

Jun 21, 2026

Born April 1,1947, Ronald "Ronnie" Rylas passed away on June 21,2026, at North Oaks Medical Center, Hammond, LA.

He was 79 years old, a native of New Orleans, LA, and a resident of Amite, LA.  Ronnie proudly served the community of Independence as a law enforcement officer and later retired from the police force. He was raised Catholic and attended Catholic...

Jan P. Ray

Jan P. Ray

Jun 21, 2026

Jan Ray recently died in Baton Rouge. She was 95. She grew up in Georgetown, Texas and lived in Baton Rouge for many years. She retired from Louisiana State University after working as an Administrative Assistant for the School of Social Work.

Jan is preceded in death by her mother Mabel, her father George, her husband Richard, and her son Kent....

Seth Michael Martin

Seth Michael Martin

Jun 20, 2026

Seth Michael Martin, born on March 6, 1979, in Lutcher, Louisiana, passed away on June 20, 2026, in Dallas, Texas. Seth’s life was marked by genuine kindness, humility, and a warmth that touched the lives of all who had the privilege of knowing him.

Seth was a man of remarkable character and spirit. He possessed an incredible sense of humor and...

Michael A. Musso, Jr.

Michael A. Musso, Jr.

Jun 20, 2026

Michael A. Musso, Jr. peacefully passed away on Saturday, June 20th, 2026. Born July 1, 1939 to Michael A Sr. and Effie Michael Musso, in Baton Rouge, LA. He is survived by his wife, Debra Dantin Musso and their children Ashley Musso Nangle (Kevin) and Michael Todd Musso, grandsons, Reid Michael Nangle and Brantley Richard Nangle and son, Ellis Michael...

Kevin "Kev" LaBauve

Kevin "Kev" LaBauve

Jun 20, 2026

  Kevin Joseph LaBauve, “Kev”, was born November 1, 1965, to Kerry and Barbara King LaBauve, and passed away on June 20, 2026, surrounded by his family. Kev was a native of Gretna/Alexandria and resident of Prairieville.

  He was a devoted husband, son, daddy, and “Paran” to all. He loved spending time with his family, watching LSU football and baseball,...

Curtis Nickens

Curtis Nickens

Jun 20, 2026

Curtis Nickens, a resident of Walker, Louisiana, passed away at the age of 49 on June 20, 2026. He was born in Baton Rouge, Louisiana on January 2nd,1977. He was known for his sense of humor and a knack for making people laugh and smile as he was always ready with a joke. Curtis loved his family and friends dearly.

He...

James West Stovall Sr.

James West Stovall Sr.

Jun 19, 2026

For we know that if the earthly tent we live in is destroyed we have a building from God, an eternal house in heaven, not built by human hands. 2 Corinthians 5:1

James was born to Jewel Babe Stovall and Areatha Brown Stovall on March 27, 1950, in Tyertown, Mississippi. He was united in matrimony to Selma Gratchen Henry on July...

Preston Doyle Gill

Preston Doyle Gill

Jun 19, 2026

Preston Doyle Gill, a native of Silver Creek, Mississippi and a resident of Central, Louisiana, died Friday, June 19, 2026 at the age of 86.  He was the beloved husband of Louise Gill.  In addition to immediate family, he has many spiritual sons, daughters, brothers and sisters.

Preston was a contractor and builder with Homecare 360 for over 30 years.  His...