OBITUARIES

Terrell Emmett "Terry" Howes

Terrell Emmett "Terry" Howes

Mar 10, 2026

Terrell Emmett "Terry" Howes, a resident of Denham Springs, Louisiana, passed away peacefully on March 10, 2026, at the age of 91. Terry was born on December 31, 1934, in Enon, Louisiana, to Emmett Lee Howes and Mildred Louise Pittman Howes. His life was characterized by faith, hard work, and a deep devotion to his family. He treasured his family...

Lori Ann Richardson

Lori Ann Richardson

Mar 9, 2026

Lori Ann Richardson, a native of St. Amant born April 20, 1966 passed away surrounded by family on March 9, 2026. She is survived by her brothers Todd (Shemaine) Richardson, Troy (Stacie) Richardson, nephews Dylan and Grant Richardson, and niece Kylee Richardson. Also survived by her extended family Randy Duplessis and his children Cheri (Aaron) Leake, Jamie Lively, Chad Duplessis,...

Lawrence "Brother" Guitreau

Lawrence "Brother" Guitreau

Mar 9, 2026

Lawrence “Brother” Guitreau, a resident of French Settlement, LA, passed away on March 9, 2026, at the age of 78. Brother was a simple man who found joy being outside on a sunny afternoon cutting grass, grilling or watching Tulane football.

Brother is survived by his children, Dallas Avery and husband Curtis, Ryan Guitreau and wife Amey, and Jonathan Guitreau; 3...

Geraldine M Mason

Geraldine M Mason

Mar 8, 2026

A ceremony celebrating the life of Geraldine M. Mason will be held on Friday March 13, 2026, at Lanier Baptist Church, visitation will begin at 9:00 am until time of the service at 11:00 am. Interment will follow at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens Cemetery.

Geraldine Maria Mason was born on October 11,1957,to the union of Ella Millien and Joseph A Mason in...

Richard Emile Fournet

Richard Emile Fournet

Mar 7, 2026

Richard Emile “Ricky” Fournet, age 70, passed away on March 7, 2026, in Baton Rouge, Louisiana.

Richard was born on March 20, 1955, in Bogalusa, Louisiana. He grew up in Baker, Louisiana, where he spent his early years and formed many lasting friendships.

Richard proudly served his country in the United States Navy from 1976 to 1979.

Richard is survived by his sons,...

Claire Devall Hamilton

Claire Devall Hamilton

Mar 7, 2026

Claire Hamilton, 75, passed away peacefully on Saturday, March 7, 2026, at Our Lady of the Lake Hospital, surrounded about her family.

Proudly raised and lived in Ascension Parish her entire life, Claire graduated from East Ascension High School in 1968. Claire had a brief modeling career and later worked in hospitality for most of her adult life with the majority...

Reynolds J. Roth

Reynolds J. Roth

Mar 6, 2026

Reynolds J. Roth, a native of Plaquemine, LA, and a resident of Addis, LA, passed away on March 6, 2026, at the age of 61. He was a longtime river boat deckhand and most recently a maintenance worker at Choctaw Mobile Home and RV Park. Reynolds enjoyed hunting, fishing, and crawfishing.

He is preceded in death by his father, John Reynolds...

Ronnie Joseph Bourgeois Sr.

Ronnie Joseph Bourgeois Sr.

Mar 6, 2026

Ronnie Joseph Bourgeois Sr. was born in Lutcher, LA on June 22,1942 and was a resident of Sorrento, LA.  He passed away in Baton Rouge, LA on March 6, 2026, at the age of 83.  

Ronnie is survived by his wife, Victoria.  His son, Ronnie, Jr., precedes him in death. 

A private service to celebrate Ronnie's life will be held at...

James Gordon Hood

James Gordon Hood

Mar 6, 2026

A Mass of Christian Burial celebrating the life of James Gordon Hood will be held on Thursday March 12, 2026, at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church with visitation beginning at 10:00 am until time of the service at 12 Noon. Interment will follow at Evergreen Memorial Park Cemetery.

Gordon, age 80, of Denham Springs, was born on May 17, 1945, and passed...

Daniel Patrick Dumas

Daniel Patrick Dumas

Mar 4, 2026

Daniel Patrick Dumas, 78, of Maurepas, Louisiana, passed peacefully, at his home, on Wednesday, March 4, 2026.

Dan was born May 13, 1947, in Rumford, Maine, to Patrick and Theresa Dumas. He spent his early years in the rugged wilderness of the North as his family worked in the timber industry established by his paternal grandfather, Arthur Dumas. Their life took...

Sheila Wolfkill

Sheila Wolfkill

Mar 3, 2026

Sheila Wolfkill, born on March 12, 1969, in Great Bend, Kansas, passed away on March 3, 2026, in Denham Springs, Louisiana. Sheila was a dedicated nurse, having completed her nursing degree after returning to school in her 40s with the aim of providing a better life for herself and her children. Her commitment to her career reflected her work ethic;...

Diane Davis Thompson

Diane Davis Thompson

Mar 3, 2026

Diane Davis Thompson, 76, of Magee, Mississippi, passed away peacefully to her Heavenly home on Tuesday March 3, 2026. 

Diane married the love of her life, Donnie Thompson, and they shared many wonderful years of marriage together. Their love was a true testament of a loving and devoted marriage. She was the best wife, mother and grandmother. 

Diane lived her life with...

Faye Martin Beard

Faye Martin Beard

Mar 3, 2026

Faye Martin Beard, age 91, of Walker, Louisiana, passed away peacefully on March 3, 2026.

Faye lived a long life rooted in family, resilience, and devotion to those she loved.  She was married to Irvin Beard, and together they built a family that remained the center of her life.

She was a woman of faith and a faithful member of the First...

Clarence Anthony Smith

Clarence Anthony Smith

Mar 2, 2026

Clarence Anthony Smith, age 88, passed away peacefully on March 2, 2026. and is now resting in the presence of our Lord and Savior.

He was born on September 26, 1937, in Houma, La. After being raised in Vacherie, he was then drafted into the United States Army in 1960 and served as a member of the Military Police Corps until...

Joseph Thomas "Tommy" Guedry

Joseph Thomas "Tommy" Guedry

Mar 2, 2026

Joseph Thomas “Tommy” Guedry, Jr., 77, of St. Amant, Louisiana, passed away peacefully on Monday, March 2, 2026, surrounded by his loving family after courageously battling cancer for many years.

Tommy was a devoted husband to his wife of 55 years, Jacquelene Steele Guedry, and a proud and loving father to his son and daughter-in-law, Shayne Thomas Guedry (Kerri Cantrelle) of...

Robert "Thomy" Leger

Robert "Thomy" Leger

Mar 1, 2026

Robert "Thomy" Leger, 38, of Gonzales, La, passed away in the late hours of March 1st, 2026 at Our Lady of the Lake Baton Rouge hospital. He was born in Hattiesburg, Mississippi, to two of the most loving parents James "Moose" Leger Jr, and Melissa "Missy" Leger.Robert "Thomy" Leger was known for his fun loving and outgoing personality. He loved...

Kiri Marie Richard

Kiri Marie Richard

Mar 1, 2026

Kiri Marie Richard passed away on March 1, 2026, in Slidell, Louisiana at the age of 41. She was born on July 2, 1984, in New Orleans, Kiri brought joy and warmth to all who had the privilege of knowing her.

Kiri embodied a kind spirit and had a profound love for animals that was evident in her cherished companionship with...

Kevin W. Sharp

Kevin W. Sharp

Mar 1, 2026

A ceremony celebrating the life of Kevin W. Sharp will be held on Saturday March 7, 2026, at Victory in Prayer Outreach Ministries. Visitation will begin at 11:00 am until service time at 12:00 noon, officiating Rev. Brenda Reid.

Kevin was born on September 24, 1980, in Covington and rested from this life on March 1, 2026, at the age of...

Lilly Carpenter Foote

Lilly Carpenter Foote

Mar 1, 2026

Lilly Carpenter Foote, a beloved member of the community, passed away peacefully on March 1, 2026, at the Golden Age Healthcare Center in Denham Springs. Born on December 18, 1960, in Cheneyville, Louisiana, she was a proud graduate of Morgan City High School. Lilly's life was a testament to her strong faith, as she was a member of the Catholic...

Vickie Lynn Cohoon

Vickie Lynn Cohoon

Mar 1, 2026

On March 1, 2026, our beloved mother and grandmother passed away peacefully. Vickie Lynn (Mansfield) Cohoon, 74, of Geismar, Louisiana, died in Denham Springs after a courageous cancer battle.

Vickie was born on February 25, 1952 to John and Mary Mansfield, and was raised in Bogalusa, LA. One of four sisters growing up on an expansive working dairy farm in Plainview,...