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Tryve Gabriel Brackin

Tryve Gabriel Brackin

Apr 11, 2024

Tryve Gabriel Brackin passed away on Thursday, April 11th, 2024, at the age of 76. He was born and raised in Baton Rouge. Tryve was an LSU journalism graduate and served his country in the U.S. Air Force during the Vietnam War. He then embarked on a 35-year career with the Plaquemine’s Post South, where he served as a general...

Jimmie Ray Guy

Jimmie Ray Guy

Apr 11, 2024

Jimmie R. Guy, 79, of Denham Springs sadly left us on April 11th, 2024. He was a proud veteran of the United States Navy.

He is preceded in death by his wife Linda M. Guy. He is survived by his two daughters Melissa Harris and Jennifer Guy, three grandchildren Kelly Hoffman, Dustin Harris, and Christopher Hutchinson, and three great grandchildren Kynnleigh...

Rachel Marie Miller Ramsey

Rachel Marie Miller Ramsey

Apr 11, 2024

Rachel Marie Miller Ramsey, a resident of Denham Springs, LA, passed away on Thursday, April 11, 2024 at the age of 41, 6 days short of her 42nd birthday, after a short illness for which she was hospitalized. Rachel was born in Houma, LA and grew up in Baton Rouge. She graduated from Bishop Sullivan High School in Baton Rouge...

Kenneth Gerard Dufour

Kenneth Gerard Dufour

Apr 11, 2024

Kenneth Gerard Dufour, also known as "The Roch", passed away on April 11, 2024 in New Orleans, Louisiana at the age of 67. He was born October 7, 1956. Kenneth was a dedicated parishioner at Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church. In 2013, he was awarded The Order of St. Louis medallion by the Archdiocese of New Orleans.   Kenneth enjoyed spending...

June Causey Sheets

June Causey Sheets

Apr 8, 2024

June Jeanette Causey Sheets, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away on April 8, 2024, at the age of 82 in Gonzales, LA. In high school she enjoyed playing basketball and was a member of the pep squad. In herfree time she enjoyed playing tennis and had a passion for the game. June brightened the lives of many with her compassionate soul. She was...

Beverly Ann Richey Richard

Beverly Ann Richey Richard

Apr 8, 2024

Beverly Ann Richey Richard, born on April 5, 1946, in Pineville, LA, passed away in Baton Rouge, LA on April 8, 2024, at the age of 78.  Beverly was a previous member of St. Mark Catholic Church and current member of Holy Rosary Catholic Church.  She retired as Major at LCIW then went on to work as a sheriff’s deputy...

Melissa A. Hood Duhe'

Melissa A. Hood Duhe'

Apr 7, 2024

Melissa Ann Hood Duhe’ was born on March 13, 1943, in Baton Rouge, LA.  She passed away at her home in Prairieville on March April 7, 2024, at the age of 81. Melissa was a graduate of LSU, where she was a proud member of the Golden Band from Tigerland Member of the LSU Alumni Association.  She retired from Orleans...

Regina Kay Simmons Stonaker

Regina Kay Simmons Stonaker

Apr 7, 2024

A resident of Prairieville, she passed  away Sunday, April 7, 2024, at the age of 66 in her home with her family by her side. She was born on September 18, 1957 to Ben and Jean Simmons in Baker, LA. After graduating from Baker High  School in 1975, she married in 1978 and soon became a stay-at-home mom. She raised...

Cairue James Villeneuve

Cairue James Villeneuve

Apr 6, 2024

Cairue James (C.J.) Villeneueve, a native of Gonzales, LA and a resident of Prairieville, LA passed away peacefully on April 6, 2024 at the age of 66. He was a 1977 graduate of East Ascension Academy and enjoyed camping, fishing, LSU and Saints football. He is survived by his wife Lisa (Thibeau) Villeneueve, his children Chet (Krystal) Villeneuve and Cole Villeneuve;...

Edmar Earl "Eddie" Mayard

Edmar Earl "Eddie" Mayard

Apr 6, 2024

Edmar was born May 12, 1933, in Weeks Island, Louisiana. He passed away at the age of 90 at his home. He was the son of the late Paul and Electa Mayard, Sr.; brother to the late Mary Manning, Jeanette Vilardo, Paul Jr., Wallace, Lewis, Jerry and Johnny Mayard. Survived by sister, Adelia (Alphonse) Barcia; husband to Beverly Nehlig Mayard...

Kirk Paul Hebert

Kirk Paul Hebert

Apr 5, 2024

In memory of Kirk Paul Hebert, 58, of St. Amant, Louisiana, peacefully went to be with the Lord on April 5, 2024. 

He is a loving husband and father of 10 children, 17 grand children, and  5 great grand children. He is preceded in death by his father (Curtis Hebert), his son (Trey Hebert), grandson (Kayne Hebert), and great grandson (Xavier...

David Randall Miles

David Randall Miles

Apr 5, 2024

David Randall Miles was born July 29, 1951, in Port Arthur, TX and passed away on Friday, April 5, 2024 at the age of 72 in St. Amant surrounded by his family and their love. He is the son of Coy C.Miles, born in LaSalle Parish and Lou Dozier (a.k.a. Dauzat) Miles, born in Avoyelles Parish, both preceding him in death. He is survived by his wife, Carol Rahmel Miles,...

Dennis Erwin Lorenz Jr.

Dennis Erwin Lorenz Jr.

Apr 4, 2024

Dennis Erwin Lorenz, Jr. was born on November 22, 1968, in Waukesha, WI. He passed away at his home in Gonzales, LA on April 4, 2024, at the age of 55. Dennis grew up in Muskego and Mukwonago, WI with his parents, sisters, cousins and family. He attended Muskego High School. Dennis enjoyed sports, art classes, and making many friends....

Emanuel Harold

Emanuel Harold

Apr 3, 2024

Emanuel Harold, also known as “Manuel Jr”, passed on April 3, 2024.  He was born in New Orleans, Louisiana on August 13, 1966.   His boisterous laugh and joyful voice filled any room he entered.  His charming and loving nature will forever be missed by his loved ones.  He served in the U.S. Army for 4 years as a Petroleum...

Dustin James Mayon

Dustin James Mayon

Apr 2, 2024

A memorial service celebrating the life of Dustin James Mayon will be held on Saturday April 13, 2024, at 3 pm at Knights of Columbus Hall, Baldwin, La. Visitation will begin at 1 pm until time of the service.

Dustin was born on June 4, 1970, in Franklin, LA and passed from this life on April 2, 2024, at Ochsner LSU...

Danny Eugene "Gene" Guffey

Danny Eugene "Gene" Guffey

Mar 31, 2024

Danny Eugene “Gene” Guffey passed away at his home on Easter Sunday, March 31, 2024, at the age of 91, after a six-year battle with cancer. Gene was a native of Riceville, TN, and a long-time resident of Baton Rouge, LA. He was born October 8, 1932, one of eight children to the union of Robert and Rose Womac Guffey. 

Gene...

Sandra "Put" Hanna

Sandra "Put" Hanna

Mar 30, 2024

Sandra “Put” Hanna, a resident of St. Amant, LA, passed away on March 30, 2024, at the age of 72. 

Sandra enjoyed playing cards, fishing, taking vacations with her family, White Russian Daiquiris, spending time with her grandchildren, and she loved Elvis. 

Sandra is survived by her husband of 40 years, Charles Hanna; her son, Lance (Heather) Bourgeois; her stepchildren, Monny (Linda)...

Ida Lee Ann "Skipper" Parent Martinez

Ida Lee Ann "Skipper" Parent Martinez

Mar 30, 2024

Ida Lee Ann “Skipper” Martinez was born on May 21, 1948, and was a lifelong resident of Gonzales. She passed away on Saturday, March 30, 2024, unexpectedly surrounded by her loving family.   

Skipper is survived by her daughter, Yvette Martinez (Jeff); son, Tim Martinez; five grandchildren, Todd Tate, Nicole Tate (Brandon), Blaire Tate, Trey Martinez (Austin), Cody Martinez (Harlie); six...

Loyce Myrtlanne Templet

Loyce Myrtlanne Templet

Mar 28, 2024

A native of Bogalusa and a resident of Gonzales, she passed away on Thursday, March 28, 2024 at 1:20 PM at Our Lady of the Lake Hospital in Baton Rouge.  She was 73, born on July 19, 1950.  She was a very nice and sweet woman.  She graduated from Bogalusa High School in 1968. She is survived by her son, Joshua...

William Wright Walker

William Wright Walker

Mar 27, 2024

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Funeral service celebrating the life of William Wright Walker of West Monroe, LA. will be held 2:00 PM, Monday, April 1, 2024, at Lapine Assembly Church, 550 Lapine Road, West Monroe with Pastor, Gene Benson officiating.

Interment will follow at Lapine Assembly Cemetery under the direction of Church Funeral Services.  Family...