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John "Wayne" Sheets

John "Wayne" Sheets

Aug 16, 2024

John ‘Wayne’ Sheets was born in St. Amant, Louisiana on September 17, 1946 and passed away of Alzheimer’s on Friday, August 16, 2024 at the age of 77 at the Francois Bend Senior Living facility in Gonzales, Louisiana. Wayne was a loving husband, father, grandfather and great grandfather who will be greatly missed by his family and friends. He was...

Janet "Honey" Doyal Merritt

Janet "Honey" Doyal Merritt

Aug 15, 2024

On Thursday, August 15, 2024, Honey peacefully transitioned to be with her Lord and Savior. She was preceded in passing by her mother, Audie Brescher, her father, F.C. Doyal, her brother, Ronnie Doyal, and her son, Mark Merritt.

Honey leaves behind a loving family, including her devoted husband, Gerald Merritt; her sons, Michael Sr. and Vic Merritt (Judith); her sister, Alethea...

Melissa Guy Harris

Melissa Guy Harris

Aug 10, 2024

Melissa Guy Harris, a resident of Denham Springs, sadly left us. She was born on August 1, 1968, and passed away on August 10, 2024, at 56 years old. She is preceded in death by her parents, Jimmie and Linda Guy. She is survived by her two children: daughter Kelly and her husband Kenny Hoffman of Pride, LA; son Dustin...

Cindy Dee Adams

Cindy Dee Adams

Aug 9, 2024

In loving memory of Cindy Dee Adams

November 1, 1964- August 9, 2024

Cindy was 59 years old when she passed away in her sleep at her residence in Baton Rouge, LA August 9th, 2024

As per her request there will be no service. 

Cindy loved her partner, David Peters and all her family. She Will be missed by many. 

She was funny, kind, and...

Julia Bennett

Julia Bennett

Aug 8, 2024

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Julia Bennett, a beloved mother, sister, grandmother, and friend, on Aug. 8th, 2024. Born to Ester & George Williams on April 18th, 1955. Julia lived a life filled with love, and unwavering strength. As a Mother, Julia was the heart of our family. She nurtured us, guiding us through...

Ernest James Carline

Ernest James Carline

Aug 8, 2024

Ernest James Carline passed away on Thursday, August 8, 2024, at St Joseph Hospice/The Carpenter House, at the age of 76. Born on December 21, 1947, in Plaquemine, LA and a lifelong resident of Bayou Sorrel, he was a Commercial Fisherman, Minister and Right of Way Contractor. Visitation will be held at Crossfire Tabernacle, 76580 Rosedale Road, Rosedale, LA on...

Joseph "Joey" Gerard Hulin, Sr.

Joseph "Joey" Gerard Hulin, Sr.

Aug 7, 2024

Joseph “Joey” Gerard Hulin, Sr. was called home on Wednesday, August 7, 2024, at Our Lady of the Lake Hospital. He was 62, a resident of Independence and a native of Baton Rouge. He traveled the country as an insulator and was a jack-of-all-trades who enjoyed Community Dark Roast Coffee and fishing in Lake Verrett. In his later years, he...

Elizabeth "Liz" Babin Nicholas

Elizabeth "Liz" Babin Nicholas

Aug 7, 2024

Elizabeth “Liz” Babin Nicholas, resident of Baton Rouge, La., passed away on August 7, 2024, after a battle with cancer in the loving company of her sisters, Evelyn Babin Buquoi and Estelle Babin. Born on January 10, 1955 in Valley Forge, Pennsylvania to Clyde Joseph Babin and Dotty Babin Babin, she was 69 years old and the oldest of three...

Thomas James Matz "Tom"

Thomas James Matz "Tom"

Aug 7, 2024

It is with profound sadness that on Wednesday August 07, 2024 at the age of 56, Tom peacefully passed away at the loving home of his closest nephew in Prairieville Louisiana. Preceded in death by his father, Charles Joseph Matz Sr and mother, Rose Ann Matz. He is survived by his son Kendall Matz; nephew, Justin Matz; brothers, Joseph Matz,...

Michael Henry Stansbury

Michael Henry Stansbury

Aug 6, 2024

Michael Henry Stansbury of Springfield, Louisiana passed away at the age of 71, on August 6, 2024 in Gonzales, Louisiana. 

 He is preceded in death by his parents Eneal John Stansbury, Sr. and Winnie Mae Threeton Stansbury, sister Sandra Stansbury Bodi.

 He is survived by daughter Amanda "Mandy" Stansbury, daughter and son-in-law Sommer and Jeremy Starnes, step-daughter Stefanie Wright and step-son Michael...

Ronald James "Ronnie" Matherne

Ronald James "Ronnie" Matherne

Aug 6, 2024

Ronald James "Ronnie" Matherne, 59, of Denham Springs, Louisiana, passed away on August 6, 2024, in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Born on May 3, 1965, in Denham Springs to Charles and Audrey Matherne. Ronnie was a cherished figure known for his humor and wisdom.

Ronnie dedicated his life to his family and his passions.

He was a skilled handyman, often found working on...

Loretta Thibodeaux Graham

Loretta Thibodeaux Graham

Aug 6, 2024

Loretta Thibodeaux Graham, 91, passed away August 6, 2024, at Garden View Assisted Living and Memory Care Baton Rouge. Loretta was born in Washington, Louisiana on January 16, 1933, to Lionel and Ella Thibodeaux. She lived and moved to various cities in Louisiana during her childhood and met the love of her life, Sam Graham, in New Orleans in 1949. 

 Loretta...

Clydell Marie "Dink" Rupert Foulds

Clydell Marie "Dink" Rupert Foulds

Aug 3, 2024

Clydell Marie "Dink" Rupert Foulds, 79, a native of Texas and a resident of St. Amant, Louisiana went to be with her Lord and Savior on Saturday, August 3, 2024. She was a devout Christian who loved God and her family. She was very talented in painting and ceramics, taught classes in flower arranging, loved growing flowers and enjoyed collecting...

Kenneth W. Simmons

Kenneth W. Simmons

Aug 3, 2024

We mourn the loss of Kenneth W. Simmons Jr, born on November 20, 1966, in Metairie, Louisiana, who passed away on August 3, 2024. He was the beloved son of Kenneth Simmons Sr and Gail Gulotta.

Kenneth was survived by his wife, Jennifer Simmons, and his three children: Karmen Simmons(spouse Patrick Bachman), Garrett Simmons, and Layla Moore (spouse Brandon Moore). He...

Autumn Kay Schiaffino

Autumn Kay Schiaffino

Aug 2, 2024

Autumn Kay Schiaffino, 59 years old, passed away peacefully at home on August 1st, 2024. She was a graduate of Bonnabell High School, attended UNO for two years, and was a veteran of the Louisiana Air National Guard. 

She is preceded in death by her grandparents Robert and Louis Flanders, Robert and Kathryn Collins, parents, Hessmer and partner David Miller. 

Survived by...

Mary Catherine "Cathy" Gaspard

Mary Catherine "Cathy" Gaspard

Aug 2, 2024

Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life, and I shall dwell in the house of the Lord forever. Psalm 23:6. Mary Catherine "Cathy" Gaspard, 59, of Denham Springs, LA, slipped peacefully into Jesus's loving arms on August 2, 2024. She was a loving mother, and granny to her grandchildren. Cathy was very sentimental and...

Rikki Jane' Lambert

Rikki Jane' Lambert

Aug 1, 2024

Rikki was born on March 15, 1998 to Chanta Lambert. Rikki passed away on August 1, 2024 at the young age of 26. Anyone that knew Rikki knew that she had a passion for music and animals. She was the kindest soul and would give to others. Rikki loved the Lord and never failed to pray for anyone in need. 

Rikki...

Lawrence "Larry" Haber Jr.

Lawrence "Larry" Haber Jr.

Aug 1, 2024

Larry Haber, 83, passed away at his home in Gonzales on Thursday, August 1, 2024. Larry worked on the River in the New Orleans area as a Stevedore Superintendent and at Home Depot before retiring. Larry greatly enjoyed cruising with his wife Kim and friends, his monthly luncheons with his fellow Berhman High School Bees for the last 16 years...

Jean P Boudoin

Jean P Boudoin

Jul 31, 2024

Jean P Boudoin passed away on Wednesday July 31st, 2024 at the age is 87. She was the beloved wife of Wilson P Boudoin, loving mother of Ricky Boudoin and Rhonda Sylvera (Kevin), daughter of the late Joseph and Josephine Pomes Smith, sister of the late Joel Pomes Stewart, and Jeanette Pomes Smith (Sonny.) Jean was the proud grandmother of...

George David Wiseman

George David Wiseman

Jul 31, 2024

George David Wiseman passed away on July 31st, 2024 at 6:45pm at the age of 68. He passed peacefully in the home of his daughter and son in law with them by his side. As he went to his eternal home of comfort and peace, his hand was held as his head was rubbed.

 Born in Mt. Carmel,Illinois on September 23,...