OBITUARIES
Jenny Fontanille
Dec 22, 2025
Jenny Fontanille, a longtime resident of Harvey, passed away peacefully at her home on December 22, 2025, surrounded by the love of her family.
Jenny was a woman with an immense heart and was a passionate volunteer, giving her time and energy to God’s House and the United Cajun Navy. Her commitment to helping those in need left a lasting impact...
Sidney John "SJ" Persac
Dec 21, 2025
Sidney John “SJ” Persac, 78, peacefully passed away on December 21, 2025.He is survived by his son Perry Persac (Jill), his three grandsons Shaun Persac (Heather), Johnathan Persac (Mary), Shane Persac (Chelsie), his 9 great grandchildren: Karsen, Kenleigh, Aubree, Landrie, Brayden, Lyla, Spencer, Daxx and Austin Persac. Sidney “SJ” was preceded in death by his wife Dorothy'nell Persac, his son Gary...
George Daniel Aucoin
Dec 20, 2025
George Daniel Aucoin passed away peacefully in his sleep on December 20, 2025, at the age of 86. He was born on November 12, 1939, to John Branch and Ivy Haycock Aucoin and was known as “Danny” to those closest to him.
Danny lived a long and colorful life and loved telling stories to anyone willing to listen. He was a...
James Edward Ford
Dec 20, 2025
James E. Ford, of Joliet, IL., was born to Cytha Ford and James “Jake” Hilton Ford of McMinn, TN.
He is survived by his two children, Scott E. Ford and Jennifer L. Ford Neese (Donald), cherished grandchildren, Jeffrey Macak, Austin Ford, Autumn Neese , Aubree Neese, and Liam Neese, a great-granddaughter Remi Lynn Neese, and his youngest brother, Robert “Buck” Ford,...
Michael Anthony Delhommer Sr.
Dec 20, 2025
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Michael Anthony Delhommer Sr. on December 20, 2025, after a long, hard battle with cancer.
He was born on October 11, 1960, to Andrew Delhommer and Ida Mae Lambert. He was a hardworking, God‑fearing man who loved the Lord, his family, and the simple joy of being out on the...
Ruth Marie DeWeese
Dec 20, 2025
Ruth Marie DeWeese, 64, of Denham Springs, Louisiana, born August 27, 1961, passed away peacefully at her home with her beloved husband, Jack DeWeese II, by her side.
She was preceded in death by her grandparents, Lilie Mae and Robert House; her parents, Mary and Charles Alexander; her brother, Richard Howlett; sister-in-law, Jean Howlett; and nephew, Brandon Howlett.
Ruth is survived by...
John Tony Boswell Jr
Dec 20, 2025
John Tony Boswell Jr., born on May 9, 1944, in Durham, North Carolina, passed away on December 20, 2025, in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. He leaves behind his beloved wife, Ramona, and a host of family and friends who will miss him dearly.
Tony had a distinguished career as a Maintenance Supervisor with Whitney Bank, where he dedicated ten years of his...
Deborah "Debbie" Duplichen
Dec 20, 2025
Deborah “Debbie” Duplichen, 69, of Jackson, Louisiana, and a native of Melville, Louisiana, passed away on December 20, 2025 peacefully surrounded by her loving family.
Debbie was preceded in death by her beloved husband, JB “Peewee” Ellis Jr., who passed away March 6, 2019.
She is survived by her daughters, Kristina Courtney of Springdale, Arkansas, and Katrina Kesner and husband Anson of...
Pearl Virginia Guitreau
Dec 20, 2025
Pearl Guitreau was born on December 6, 1924, in Garyville, Louisiana. She recently celebrated her 101st birthday surrounded by her loving family. She passed away peacefully into the arms of Jesus at her home on December 20, 2025. She was a lifelong member of St. Theresa of Avila Church in Gonzales, Louisiana. She married Valmond John Guitreau on April 5,...
Melanie Dianne Rogers Godwin
Dec 18, 2025
Melanie Dianne Rogers Godwin was born on May 27, 1968, in Baton Rouge and rested from this life on Thursday, December 18, 2025, at her home in Walker, at the age of 57 years.
She was an employee of First Student, as a bus driver.
She is preceded in death by her husband Stephen Rogers; mother Margaret Granshaw, and a brother Scotty...
Ward Thomas Hargrove
Dec 18, 2025
Ward Thomas Hargrove, a man of quiet strength and a generous heart, passed away on December 18, 2025. He was born on August 11, 1954, in Oakdale, Louisiana, to Tressie Mae Hargrove and Grover Hargrove, who instilled in him the values of hard work, loyalty, and love for family that he carried throughout his life. Ward found peace in the...
Charles Wayne "Pete" Felder
Dec 18, 2025
A ceremony celebrating the life of Charles “Pete” Wayne Felder will be held on Saturday, January 10, 2026, at The Church International of St. Amant, LA in the Timothy building. Visitation will be from 10am until a memorial service to celebrate Pete's life at 11am. A reception will immediately follow the service.
Pete was born in Osyka, MS on March 14,...
Doreen Elizabeth Kennedy
Dec 17, 2025
Doreen Elizabeth Keller Kennedy, a native of Dilke, Saskatchewan, Canada, longtime resident of Evanston, Wyoming and for the last few years, of Livingston, Louisiana, died Wednesday, December 17, 2025 at the age of 80. She was the beloved wife of the late Bob Kennedy, mother of Robert Kennedy (Brandy), grandmother of Zak and Ava Kennedy, sister of Dorothy Blondeau and...
William E. (W.E) Myrick
Dec 16, 2025
William E. (W.E.) Myrick, departed this life December 16, 2025. He was 71 years old, born October 24, 1954 in Ellisville, Mississippi.
He is survived by his wife, Crystal (Palmour) Myrick; son Justin and wife Nikki; stepson Eric Bartucci and wife Jenna; 4 sisters: Brenda Butler (Kenneth) Peggy Beane, Joyce Jester and Tavel Hilbun; 3 brothers: Levelle Myrick (Christie), Larry Myrick...
Robert "Bob" Nathan Foulks Jr.
Dec 15, 2025
Robert “Bob” Nathan Foulks, Jr. passed away peacefully at his home on December 15,2025 at the age of 81. Born July 26,1944 to Robert Nathan Foulks, Sr. and Bernadette Chustz Foulks; he was a lifelong resident of Baton Rouge. He graduated from Redemptorist High School in 1962. He then joined the Navy and served from 1962-1965. He was a proud...
Richard Emory Albert
Dec 15, 2025
Richard Emory Albert, age 83, of Denham Springs, Louisiana, went peacefully to be with the Lord on December 15, 2025.
Richard was married for 63 years to the love of his life, Josephine Taylor Albert. He is survived by his children, Laura Jones (Rudy) and Randy Albert (Mandy); his grandchildren, Bryan (Alyssa) and Cameron (Laurel) Jones and Brandon (Kelsey) Albert; and...
Connie Holton
Dec 14, 2025
Connie Holton, 63, of Prairieville, Louisiana, passed away at home on December 14, 2025, surrounded by family. Connie fought and won the battle against cancer twice in her lifetime. Her third diagnosis was aggressive and rapid, and Connie chose to spend her final days at home with her husband and partner of 30 years, Floyd Holton, her two dachshund pups,...
Willie Paul Lambert
Dec 14, 2025
Willie Paul Lambert, 80, of Gonzales, passed away on December 14, 2025. He was born on October 10, 1945. Willie will be remembered and dearly missed by his wife of 60 years, Jerri Graham Lambert. He is also survived by his son, Kevin Paul Lambert (Michelle); his grandchildren, Graham Elder, Joseph Lambert, Reese Lambert, and Ainsley Lambert; his son-in-law, Hubert...
Mary Ann Marie Tiser
Dec 14, 2025
A ceremony celebrating the life of Mary Ann Dardar Tiser will be held on Saturday December 27, 2025, visitation will begin at 10:00 am, at River of Life Ministries, 25640 Louisiana Highway 23, Port Sulphur, LA.
Mary Ann was born in Golden Meadow on June 13, 1945, and rested from this life on Sunday December 14, 2025, at the age of...
Barbara Ann Mock Gusky
Dec 13, 2025
Barbara Ann Mock was born in Baskin, Louisiana on December 28, 1941, to Harry and Charlie Mock. She graduated from Baskin High School in 1959.
She married Mike Gusky of Shreveport, Louisiana on November 23, 1967.
The happy couple had two sons - John and Ian - who would later also marry and give Barbara two beautiful and brilliant granddaughters - Meredith...
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