OBITUARIES

Emmett Joseph Wilder

Emmett Joseph Wilder

Nov 15, 2024

Emmett Joseph Wilder passed away peacefully on November 15, 2024, at the age of 84. He was a native of Baton Rouge, Louisiana and a resident of Bogalusa, Louisiana. 

He is survived by his companion, Donna Henley, his brother William Wilder and wife Libby, stepchildren Troy E. Semons (Anna), Todd J. Semons (Jessica), Traci S. Contine (Jeff) a number of grandchildren...

Ronald Jude Kliebert

Ronald Jude Kliebert

Nov 15, 2024

Ronald Jude “Buck” Kliebert, 55, of Denham Springs, passed away Friday, November 15th, 2024, at his home surrounded by family after a year-long battle with cancer. Born to Ronald and Patricia (Accardo) Kliebert in Baton Rouge, LA, Buck was an avid outdoorsman, with a joy for fishing, hunting, target shooting, being out in nature, and riding his motorcycle. He was...

Mary Shaffett

Mary Shaffett

Nov 14, 2024

A ceremony celebrating the life of Mary Lee Shaffett will be held at The River Church on Thursday November 21, 2024. Visitation will begin at 11 am and continue until 1 pm at the time of the service. Interment will follow Twin Pines Cemetery Holden.

Mrs. Shaffett was born in Albany on February 12, 1944, and rested from this life at...

Susie Hearn

Susie Hearn

Nov 12, 2024

Susie Hearn went to be with the Lord on November 12, 2024, at the age of 60. Born on February 5, 1964, Susie was a radiant presence in the lives of all who knew her—a true ray of sunshine, beloved for her warm heart, unwavering faith, and joyful spirit.

A devoted Christian, Susie loved the Lord with all her heart and...

Richard Lane Tucker

Richard Lane Tucker

Nov 12, 2024

Our earthly father Richard Lane Tucker, born August 24, 1938, went to be with his heavenly father on November 12, 2024, at 5:00 am surrounded by his wife of 67 years and his children. Richard graduated in 1956 from Pride High School and married his high school sweetheart Beverly Jean Smith (Bobbye) on November 8, 1957. 

He attended Southeastern Louisiana University...

Judy Ann Williams Nickens

Judy Ann Williams Nickens

Nov 11, 2024

Born and raised in Gonzales. She passed away Nov 11, 2024 in Pensacola Florida. She was 81 years old. She received her undergraduate degree in Business and Art and then her Master's Degree in Art from LSU. She was a Tiger Fan through and through. She was raised strong in faith in Jesus Christ and at 18 joined the Church...

Jeanne Mercer

Jeanne Mercer

Nov 10, 2024

Lois “Jeanne” Mercer, aged 78, passed away on November 10, 2024, in New Orleans, Louisiana. Born on May 31, 1946, in Vicksburg, Mississippi. Jeanne was known for her devotion as a loving daughter, sibling of six, mother to six daughters, grandmother to fourteen, and great grandmother to seven, enriching the lives of her family with her nurturing spirit.

 Jeanne dedicated her...

James Larry Duncan

James Larry Duncan

Nov 10, 2024

James “Larry” Duncan

Born January 22, 1955, in Lakeland, FL and died November 10, 2024, in Baton Rouge, LA. He is survived by son, James Jason Duncan; brothers, Roy Duncan, Michael Duncan, Richard Duncan; sister, Inell Pedigo; as well as numerous grandchildren, nieces, and nephews. Larry is preceded in death by his father, John Lonnie Duncan; mother, Mary Evelyn Smith; Stepfather,...

Pax Jett Pochè

Pax Jett Pochè

Nov 9, 2024

Pax came into this world and gained his angel wings 11/09/2024. (Psalm 139 NRSV) 13 For it was you who formed my inward parts; you knit me together in my mother's womb. 14 | praise you, for I am fearfully and wonderfully made. He is survived by his parents Jay & Drew Pochè, siblings Styles & Dray Pochè, paternal grandparents...

Heather Marie Kozak

Heather Marie Kozak

Nov 9, 2024

Heather Luter Kozak, 51, passed away Saturday, November 9th, after a brief battle with cancer. She spent her last weeks on this earth surrounded by her closest family, best friends, beloved animals, and the love of her life, fiancé David Hollis. David didn't leave her side for months and had to nearly be forced away even when several people relieved...

Mark L. Embaugh

Mark L. Embaugh

Nov 8, 2024

Mark L. Embaugh passed away on Friday November 8, 2024, at the age of 61. He was born on January 31, 1963, in Rochester, PA to George Fredrick Embaugh and Shirley Anna Stiger Embaugh. After graduating from Freedom Area High School Mark entered the field of customer service where he remained until his death. 

He is preceded in death by his...

Raphael Eric Roy

Raphael Eric Roy

Nov 8, 2024

Raphael “Eric” Roy was a resident of Kentwood, LA. He was a loving husband, father, and 'Grandude' to his favorite sweetheart. His love radiated through anyone who was fortunate enough to be in his presence. He was a veteran for the United States Coast Guard who served his country honorably. To know him was to love him. He had a...

Lisa Bourgeois

Lisa Bourgeois

Nov 8, 2024

Lisa gained her angel wings on November 8, 2024.Lisa was loving, caring, smart and never met a stranger. She was dearly loved by all of her family and devoted friends.Lisa is survived by her dedicated wife Katerina and her mother Marylene Bourgeois. She is also survived by her siblings and their spouses- Russ and Brenda Bourgeois, Eric and Mandy Bourgeois,...

David Langlois

David Langlois

Nov 8, 2024

David Lynn Langlois ,56, of Livingston, LA was called home to be with our Lord and Savior on November 8, 2024, at 6:55am. He was born in Baton Rouge, LA to Joseph Langlois and Edith Ann Langlois (Michelli) whom both preceded his death. He is also preceded in death by his brother, Todd J. Langlois. He is survived by two...

Brian Edward McManus

Brian Edward McManus

Nov 7, 2024

Brian Edward McManus passed away on November 7th, 2024 in Baton Rouge, LA. He was a family man loved by his wife, two sons, grandson, brothers, sister, numerous cousins, nephews, nieces, extended family , friends, neighborhood andwork communities as well as various dogs throughout his life. He was also a devout Catholic who dedicated his life to helping others through...

JoAnn Anderson Hebert

JoAnn Anderson Hebert

Nov 7, 2024

JoAnn A Hebert passed away peacefully on November 7, 2024, at the age of 84. She was a devoted wife of the deceased Robert “Bobby” E Hebert, Sr for 60 years. She was a loving mother of Robert “Rob” E Hebert, Jr (Maggie) and Steven Hebert (Rebecca), proud grandmother of four granddaughters, Elizabeth A Hebert (Sean), Ann Hebert Green (Conrad),...

Rhonda Ann Richardson

Rhonda Ann Richardson

Nov 7, 2024

Rhonda Richardson “Re-Re” January 12, 1961, ~ November 7, 2024 Rhonda Burns Richardson, age 63, a native of St. Amant-Louisiana, passed away on Thursday, November 7, 2024. Re-Re was known for her strong will and tenacious spirit. She loved spending time with all her family and was so proud of her four grandkids. Rhonda worked at Industrial Railroad Services for...

Robert "Bob" Penley

Robert "Bob" Penley

Nov 7, 2024

 

Robert Warren “Bob” Penley passed away peacefully after an extended illness on November 7, 2024, at the age of 71. He was surrounded by his loving family. Bob was born on December 10, 1952, in Vicksburg, MS to the late James L. “Buck” Penley, Sr. and Ann Warren Penley.

Bob served his country in the United States Army prior to graduating...

Margaret L Sanchez

Margaret L Sanchez

Nov 7, 2024

Margaret L. Sanchez, born August 14, 1941, went to spend eternity with the Lord on November 7, 2024. She joined her loving husband Virgen “VJ” Sanchez, along with her daughters Lori Childress, Darla Landry, Mona Bercegeay, and sons in law Ernie Bercegeay and Gary Boudreaux Jr, and son Baby Bell. Also preceded in death by her Parents Telvina and Clement...

Patricia "Pat" Luke

Patricia "Pat" Luke

Nov 6, 2024

It is with heavy hearts that we share the passing of our beloved mother, Patricia Luke, affectionately known as "Pat," at the age of 73 on November 6, 2024. She was a light in the lives of many and is now at peace after her illness.

We are in the process of finalizing arrangements and will provide details about her memorial...