OBITUARIES

Betty “Peanut” Arnold Nichols, 67, of Denham Springs, Louisiana, passed away on Friday, July 28, 2023 at her home. Peanut is survived by her daughter, Teresa Coleman (Mike); her son, Garry Lovett Jr. (Leslie), six grandchildren, William Delaune, Jr. (Shanna), Monique Picou (Matthew), Casey Lovett, Corey Lovett, Paige Coleman, and Lexi Coleman; and six great-grandchildren, Amelia, Brandley, Reagan, Kye Michael,...

Gracie was born at Woman’s Hospital in Baton Rouge, LA on August 28, 2007. She departed this life on Friday, August 4, 2023 at the young age of 15. Visitation will be held at St. Theresa of Avila Catholic Church, 1022 N. Burnside Ave, Gonzales from 9am until funeral service at 11am on Wednesday, August 16, 2023. Gracie enjoyed being...

Philip A. Krumholt, 83, passed away peacefully at his home in Port Vincent, LA on August 11, 2023.Philip attended school in Baker, LA, entered the workforce at a young age and retired from Iron Workers Union Local 58.  Philip was a quiet, but generous man; he enjoyed doing handyman work for others. working in his garden and keeping a meticulous...

Elizabeth Mae Aucoin, 35, of Walker, passed away on July 29 in Livingston Parish. Memorial services will held be at Christ’s Community Church on August 26th, 2023. Visitation will begin at 10:00 AM with a religious service to follow at 11:00 AM. Elizabeth Aucoin was born in Baton Rouge, LA to Wayne and Louis Aucoin on May 21,1988. She attended...

Justin Kent “J-Furn” Furnish, born in Baton Rouge on October 29, 1990, passed away in St. Amant, LA on August 09, 2023, at the age of 32.  Justin had a passion for cooking and loved showing off this talent to his family. He was funny and witty, had the biggest heart, and his laugh was contagious.  Justin was very passionate...

An offshore worker and pipefitter passed away at 38 years old on July 7, 2023, in Baton Rouge, LA.  He is survived by his daughter Chloe Young; father Ricky Young (Kathy); brother Jeremy Young (Christina); stepsiblings Christy Lambert (Cody) and Travis Chauvin; and maternal grandmother Doris Fletcher.  He was preceded in death by his mother Betty Young; maternal grandfather Franklin...

A beautiful and humble angel born on September 29, 1939 went to her eternal home on August 3, 2023. She was a retired garment worker and loved her family immensely. She is survived by her 2 daughters, Darlene and Alan Norton of Dutchtown and Susan Forbes of Gonzales, 2 sisters Linda Roberts of Texas and Darlene Lee of Virginia ,...

Sandra Jones King was the most caring and loving wife, mother, sister and friend anyone could ask for. She left this world to be with God on August 5th at age 72. She was born in Mobile, Alabama on July 21st, 1951 to Ellsworth and Mattie Jones. After receiving her BA in Education from University of Alabama, she married the...

Dorothy “Dottie” Louise Rahme Smith passed away on August 5, 2023 in Gonzales, Louisiana at the age of 89. Dottie was born in Charleston, South Carolina on July 15, 1934, to Henry Everett & Lorena Kirkland Rahme. She is survived by five children Karen “KK” Owen, Stephanie (Danny) Musso, Debbie (John) Richardson, Dennis Smith, and David (Monica) Smith, twelve grandchildren...

Joyce R. Rippolon Cullen, born September 5, 1941in New York City, NY, passed away on Monday, July 31, 2023 at the age of 81. Joyce worked as an Earth Science teacher in the NY Public School system, most years in Somers High School, Somers NY.  She lived with her husband of 25 years on Peekskill Hollow Rd in Putnam Valley,...

Raven Chantelle Roddy, a loving granddaughter, sister, niece, daughter, cousin and friend was born on July 27, 2005 and passed away unexpectedly on Sunday July 30, 2023, at the age of 18 years.  She is survived by her grandmother, Rhonda Savario; sisters, Chloe Cannon, Hart & Kalyx Roddy; father & step-mother, Joe & Angel Roddy; great-grandfather, Ed Roberts; aunts, Tina...

Sidney “Red” Donaldson, age 70, of Livingston, LA passed away Sunday, July 30, 2023, following an extended illness.  Red was born December 28, 1952, in New Orleans, Lato the late Geneveive Schexnayder and late Mr. Richard Donaldson.  Red was very passionate about his family and loved to make others laugh.  He is preceded in death by his parents; son, Sidney...

Richard James Winchell, 59 passed away peacefully on Thursday, July 27, 2023 after a lengthy illness.  His beloved wife, Gloria was by his side. Richard was born March 1, 1964, the sixth of ten children, to parents Ellen and Dick Winchell.  A native of Shortsville, New York, he moved to Lafayette, Louisiana with his family during his high school years. ...

Gerald “BUDDY” Sheehan, 74, of Baton Rouge, LA passed away peacefully on July 28, 2023. He passed away after a lengthy battle with cancer. He is survived by his wife, Meri Ingram Sheehan, his daughter, Amber Sheehan Jobe (Steven), his son Garrett Patrick Sheehan, his daughter Lauren Sheehan Burridge (Ashley), and his nine grandchildren. He is also survived by his...

Robert “Bob” Ernest Baugh went on to join his daughters Melissa Baugh (Perry) Parrino and Janet Baugh (Jess) Montegudo in Heaven on Monday, July 31, 2023. He is survived by his adoring wife, Leah Rae Fielder Baugh, daughter, Leah Ann Baugh (Ken) Messer, brother Eldon Royce Baugh and sister Ruth Ann Baugh Duffy. He leaves a great legacy of 9...

Joshua Daniel Pedigo was born in Russel, Kansas on Wednesday, August 17th, 1977 to Rex and Debra Pedigo. Josh would reside in Oklahoma, Texas, Louisiana, and California in his lifetime. Josh graduated from Brusly High School, class of 1996.   He excelled in any sport he tried:  soccer, baseball, football, and track. His involvement in the varsity track program caused multiple...

Rhonda, a native of St. Amant, passed away on July 26, 2023 after a two-year battle with cancer, at the age of 58. She was born April 6, 1965 and was a graduate of St. Amant High School, class of 1983. She was kind, generous and loving, and brought joy and laughter to those around her.She was a long time...

Wilfred Joseph “Joe” Langlois Jr., a resident of Gonzales, La, passed away July 23, 2023 at the age of 73. He was born August 18, 1949, in Baton Rouge, La. He was a long-time employee of Georgia Pacific where he retired after 45 years of service. Joe was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend. He was an avid...

Mr. Gerald “Buddy” Sheehan, a resident of Baton Rouge, was born on March 1, 1949, and departed from this life on Friday July 28, 2023, at Our Lady of the Lake Regional Medical Center Pinnacle Hospice. Complete obituary will be posted soon.

Gloria Baham Foret, 75, of Tickfaw, Louisiana, passed away on July 24, 2023, at her home. She was preceded in death by her Parents, Hezzie Garfield Baham & Odell Hurst. She is survived by her daughter, Rhonda M. Newman (Chuck Newman); son, (BJ) Brian J. Foret Jr. (Sherry Foret); 5 Grandchildren; Kacey Newman, Heather Newman, Jamie N. Foret, Brian J....