OBITUARIES
Nell Marie Thomassie Bercegeay
Jul 22, 2026
Gonzales, LA - It is With heavy hearts, we celebrate the beautiful life of Nell Marie Thomassie Bercegeay. Nell gained her angel wings on July 22, 2026. A beloved and devoted wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother, great great grandmother and friend.
She was a woman of unwavering faith whose love for God guided every part of her life. She lived with...
Margaret Maxwell Parker
Jul 21, 2026
Margaret Maxwell Parker, 69, of Baton Rouge, Louisiana, passed away on July 21, 2026.
Margaret was born on September 12, 1956, at Keesler Air Force Base in Biloxi, Mississippi, to Charles and Lucille Maxwell. She went on to graduate from Louisiana State University with a Master's degree in Marketing, launching a career that spanned marketing, market research, and creative and technical...
Scott Alan Sharp
Jul 21, 2026
Scott A. Sharp was born on December 10, 1974, in Port Sulphur, LA and rested from this life on Tuesday July 21, 2026, at The Carpenter House of St Joseph Hospice, Baton Rouge, at the age of 51 years.
Scott grew up and was a resident of Ponchatoula and worked as a truck driver for twenty-five years.
He is preceded in death...
Charlotte B. McCrary
Jul 21, 2026
Charlotte B. McCrary died peacefully in her sleep on the morning of July 21st, surrounded by her loving family at The Butterfly Wing of the Hospice of Baton Rouge.
Charlotte, better known as “Dee Dee”, was born on April 14, 1941, the daughter of Mr. & Mrs. Charles H. Bergeron of Napoleonville, LA. She grew up on Hardtimes Plantation in Napoleonville....
Thomas Roy Reaux
Jul 20, 2026
In loving memory of Thomas Roy Reaux
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Thomas Roy Reaux (Tommy) ,77 who passed away on July 20, 2026, at St. Joseph Carpenter House in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Years prior to the Carpenter House, Thomas self-admitted into Mid City Nursing Facility/Rehab in Baton Rouge, Louisiana.
Thomas was born on February 9,...
Timothy DeShay Jenkins II
Jul 20, 2026
Timothy DeShay Jenkins II was born December 7th, 2003 in Monroe, Louisiana to Timothy Jenkins and Elizabeth McMillan Jenkins Bennett. He passed away on July 20th, 2026.
Timothy was autistic and yet survived in this world as a beacon of love and light. He left a lasting impression every where he went.
His father; Timothy preceded him in death.
He leaves to celebrate...
Keith Robert Wyckoff
Jul 19, 2026
Keith Robert Wyckoff passed from this life on Sunday, July 19, 2026, at Terrebonne General Hospital in Houma, LA. Keith was born May 15, 1957, in Hopewell, New Jersey to George Richard and Margaret Wyckoff. He was one of four children. At the age of 18 he came to Louisiana to join a family business and never left. No more...
Albert R. Chapple
Jul 18, 2026
Albert Rainwater Chapple of Baton Rouge literally and figuratively died at age 87 ½ of a broken heart on July 18, 2026. He battled heart trouble for 31 years and the emotions of a broken heart 16 months before due to the deaths of his wife of 65 years and his beloved daughter.
Al was born to be a Pop Pop...
Patrick Ryan Husband
Jul 18, 2026
Patrick Ryan Husband departed this life on July 18, 2026.
Patrick was born November 17, 1985, in Bossier City, Louisiana to Tim and Patricia Husband. He graduated from Catholic High School in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, where he lettered in football, and then attended Louisiana State University (LSU). An avid Boy Scout, Patrick developed a love for all things outdoors, achieving the...
Kaleb Drake Bishop
Jul 18, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Kaleb Drake Bishop, who passed away on July 18, 2026, at the age of 31.
As Kaleb entered the gates of Heaven, he was lovingly welcomed by his parents, William and Sherri Bishop, along with the grandparents who had gone before him. We find comfort in knowing they are reunited...
Joe S. Killian
Jul 18, 2026
Joe S. Killian, born on September 15, 1958, passed away peacefully on July 18, 2026, in Baton Rouge, LA. He leaves behind a distinguished legacy of professional achievement, deep passion for his interests, and unwavering devotion to those he loved.
A native of Louisiana, Joe was a proud alumnus of Louisiana State University, where he earned his Bachelor’s Degree. His time...
William Rene Knowles
Jul 18, 2026
It is with heavy hearts and a touch of humor that we announce the passing of William Rene Knowles (Billy), who “lost” his battle with Lung cancer on July 18th 2026. Technically it was a tie, because the cancer died when he did.
He was born in New Orleans Louisiana on December 11th, 1967 to Walter Edward Knowles and Josette Marie...
James R. Housley
Jul 18, 2026
James R. “Jamie” Housley, also known as “Squirrel”, a lifelong resident of Walker, Louisiana and currently of Holden, Louisiana, died Saturday, July 18, 2026 at the age of 66. He is the beloved husband of Martha “Mot” Dearman Housley for 39 years; loving father of J.R. King, Jeffery D. Housley and Christopher Housley; and faithful son of Marie Truax Aydell...
John E. Bryant
Jul 18, 2026
In Loving Memory of John E. Bryant
My Husband, My Friend, My Love.
With very heavy hearts, we announce the passing of John E. Bryant, a devoted husband, loving father, proud grandfather and great-grandfather, respected REALTOR®, and faithful friend. John leaves behind a legacy of love, integrity, and kindness that will continue to live on in the hearts of all who knew...
William M. Russell
Jul 16, 2026
William M. Russell, age 69, passed away peacefully on Thursday, July 16, 2026, at 10:20 p.m. at Baton Rouge General Hospital. William was truly one of a kind. Anyone who had the privilege of knowing him knows there will never be another person quite like him.
He had a larger-than-life personality, an unforgettable sense of humor, and a way of making...
Christina Louise Tumey Cardona
Jul 16, 2026
Christina Louise (Tumey) Cardona slipped quietly into eternity on July 16, 2026. She was attended lovingly and closely by her son Kai and his wife, Taylor, and her daughters Kacey and Kayley during her illness.
Christina was preceded in death by her father Donald E. Tumey. She is survived by her children, her mother, Nancy Tumey, and her siblings, Michael Tumey,...
Robert Wayne (Bobby) Cotten
Jul 16, 2026
Robert Wayne (Bobby) Cotten passed from this life into the arms of his Lord and Savior on July 16, 2026. He was 83 years old and a resident of Baton Rouge, Louisiana.
Bobby was an outstanding athlete at Baton Rouge High School earning All-State, All-District and All-American honors. He graduated in 1961 and was recruited to play football at LSU. When...
Grace W. Rabalais
Jul 16, 2026
Grace W. Rabalais passed away on Thursday, July 16, 2026, at Landmark South in Baton Rouge, LA. Born on May 17, 1927, in New Orleans, LA.
She was proceeded in death by Floyd Rabalais her husband of 61 years; mother of Craig P. Rabalais (wife Sylvia); her granddaughter Kristen Ray (husband Jeff); great grandson Hunter; daughter of the late August Wiefel...
Ferne Marie (Mayers) Elisar
Jul 16, 2026
Ferne Marie (Mayers) Elisar, age 82, native of St. Amant, LA, and resident of Gonzales, LA, passed away on July 16, 2026, peacefully in her sleep at home. She is survived by three sons and a daughter-in-law, Shawn Elisar (Larka); Keith Elisar; and Eric Elisar, two daughters and a son in law, Shannon Bowen (Donald) and Tricia Sears; Two sisters...
Gene Allen Williams
Jul 16, 2026
Gene Allen Williams, a native of Gonzales, LA, passed away peacefully at home with family on July 16, 2026. He was a U.S. Army Veteran and served in the Korean War. He enjoyed singing and listening to Gospel Music and growing a large garden each year sharing the fruits of his labor with family and friends.
Survived by his son, Barry...
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