OBITUARIES
Rev. Cynthia Prudhome Jenkins
Mar 24, 2025
Reverend Cynthia Ann Jenkins was carried by the arms of her eternal heavenly home on this 24th day of March 2025.
Cynthia was born in Houston, Texas 70 years ago to Ann Ray Park and Rivas James Prudhome.
She is survived by her spouse of 53 years, Bobby Ray Jenkins, her daughter Julie Annette Jenkins and 5 grandchildren, O’realean Lockheart Pitre, Carolann Sholmire...
Donald Edward Franke
Mar 23, 2025
It is with profound love and deep sadness that we announce the passing of Donald E. Franke, beloved husband and father on Sunday, March 23rd in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Donald, 87, was born on May 6th, 1937 in Shelbyville, Texas to Alfred E. Franke and Ruth Bounds Franke. Raised on his family’s livestock farm in Shelbyville, he attended Shelbyville High...
Sharon Gail Dryden
Mar 23, 2025
Sharon Gail Dryden, 80, passed away peacefully on March 23, 2025, in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, surrounded by family. Sharon was born on August 16, 1944, in Pollock, Louisiana, the daughter of James Alvin and Clydell Conn Dryden. She dedicated over 40 years of her life as an Insurance Agent, a profession she excelled at. Sharon loved spending time with her...
Jimmy Ray Jones
Mar 22, 2025
Born in Minden, LA on 2/6/1944 and accepted into Heaven on 3/22/2025. Survived by his wife of 61 years, Shirley Lloyd Jones, daughter Shannon Jones Vickers and her husband, Michael Vickers, son Jeffrey Wayne Jones and his wife, Daphne Jones, grandsons Aaron Michael Smith and his wife Jessica Smith, Taylor Lee Vickers and his wife Olivia Vickers, and Jonathan Wayne...
Leska Augusta Moore Maglone Weakley
Mar 22, 2025
Our Mom, Leska Weakley, died on Saturday, March 22, 2025, living 87 years. Mom graduated from Istrouma High School in 1955, attended college at Southeastern Louisiana University, retired from HAWCO and was a member of the First Baptist Church in Zachary, Louisiana.
Mom was born on September 15, 1937, to Fulton Davis Moore, Jr. and Leska Iris Powers Moore, (Gaga). She...
Gralin 'Rambo' Peter Encalade
Mar 22, 2025
Gralin 'Rambo' Peter Encalade, age 64, born August 27th, 1960, a resident of Lafitte, Louisiana went into eternal rest on March 22nd, 2025 surrounded by his loved ones.
He is survived by his wife Treasure A. Encalade, children Gralin P. Bourg Jr., Gloria Adam (Jeremy Sr.), Graclin Ann Encalade (Melissa) and Stormi J. Encalade; grandchildren Malorie, Mia, Krystiana, Jeremy Jr., Faith...
Thomas Charles Stewart
Mar 22, 2025
It is with heartfelt sadness we announce Thomas “Tom” Charles Stewart rested from this life on Saturday March 22, 2025, at the age of 88 years.
Tom was born in Tyler, TX on New Year’s Day, January 1, 1937, and was a resident of Baton Rouge.
Tom was once a commercial aircraft pilot, and a teacher at LSU.
He did many good works...
Patricia Ann Williams
Mar 21, 2025
Patricia Ann Williams, a native of New Orleans, LA and resident of Gretna, LA, passed away at West Jefferson Hospital on March 21, 2025, at the age of 73. She is loved and missed by her daughter Jessice Litomisky; granddaughter, Hayley Litomisky; grandson, Dayne Litomisky; siblings, Robert Williams (Arlinda), Jodi Deaton (Chris), Francis Williams II (Angela) and Barbara Broussard (Peter)...
Judith "Judy" Louise Boudreaux Trahan
Mar 20, 2025
Judy Louise Boudreaux Trahan, passed away peacefully at home on March 20, 2025, at the age of 78.
Born March 4, 1947, Judy had many interests. She was a true “people person” who thrived on being with other people whom she truly loved. She worked in nursing homes where she improved the lives of the residents. She worked with different volunteer...
Mary Frances Wells
Mar 20, 2025
Mary Frances "L.S." Wells (née Allen), 73, passed away peacefully on March 20, 2025, at her home in Zachary, Louisiana, surrounded by her beloved family.
Born on April 25, 1951, in Odessa, Texas, Mary was a proud graduate of Baker High School (Baker, La), forever a loyal Baker Buffalo. She embraced life with a warmth and vibrancy that touched everyone around...
Agnes Martine Schexnaydre
Mar 20, 2025
Agnes Martine Schexnaydre, 91, passed away peacefully on March 20, 2025. Born December 9, 1933, she was the sixth daughter of Charles A. and Lillian Landry Martine and was the devoted wife of the late Nolte Schexnaydre.
Family and friends are invited to a visitation on Friday March 28, 2025 at St. Anthony of Padua Catholic Church in Darrow, LA from...
Howard J Gautreau
Mar 20, 2025
Howard J. Gautreau, age 92, a native of Gonzales, LA, passed peacefully on March 20, 2025. Howard graduated from Gonzales High School in 1951. He married his wife of 72 years, Marie O. Guedry on December 30, 1952. He served in the Army from 1954 to 1956. In 1958, he earned a Bachelor of Science Degree from LSU. He retired...
Glenn Louis Brouillette
Mar 20, 2025
Glenn Louis Brouillette, beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend passed away on Thursday, March 20, 2025, at the age of 80. He was born on Independence Day, July 4, 1944, in Marksville, LA, and spent his childhood on his family farm. During Glenn’s high school years, he moved to Baton Rouge, LA, which was difficult for him because...
Anita Lynn McCray
Mar 20, 2025
Anita Lynn Edwards McCray, a native of Denham Springs, Louisiana and a resident of Livingston, Louisiana, died Thursday, March 20, 2025 at the age of 67. She was the beloved mother of Jason McCray, Joshua McCray, and Jamie McCray. Loving grandmother of Bryce Chaney, Landon Chaney, Alexis McKinney (Ryan), Alyssa David (fiancé Samuel Montgomery), and Marisa McCray. Loving great grandmother...
Genevieve Diana Jones
Mar 19, 2025
Genevieve Diana Jones, “Diane,” a long time resident of Maurepas, Louisiana, passed away peacefully, surrounded by loved ones on March 19, 2025 at the age of 73 at OLOL in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Diane was born on January 16, 1952 to Juanita Ballard Jones and Leland L. Jones at Lallie Kemp Hospital in Independence, Louisiana. She was a painter by...
Marcus "Frenchie" Cox
Mar 19, 2025
Marcus “Frenchie” Cox, age 71, passed Wednesday, March 19, 2025, at his residence in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. A native of Avoyelles Parish, Marcus left home at the age of eighteen to join the United States Airforce, serving during the Vietnam War. During his time in the military, he trained at Le Cordon Bleu culinary institute.
If you knew Marcus, or as...
Leona B Perque
Mar 19, 2025
Leona "Lee" Mae Braud Perque, went to be with her Lord and savior on March 19, 2025, at the age of 93 years,11 months, and 19 days. She was a native and resident of Gonzales, LA. Leona was a kindhearted person who loved spending time with her family, playing Bingo, and Pokeno. She was a great employee at...
Michael J. "Mike" Shaddinger
Mar 17, 2025
Michael “Mike” Shaddinger, passed away on March 17, 2025 at the age of 81, in Gonzales, Louisiana. Born on March 6, 1944, Mike lived a life filled with passion and dedication to the things he loved.
He was an avid model train and railroad enthusiast, a hobby that reflected his meticulous nature and love for detail. His interests extended to drag...
Dorothy "Dot" L. Savoy Hotard
Mar 17, 2025
Dorothy L. "Dot" Savoy Hotard, born on November 23, 1934, passed away on March 17, 2025, at the age of 90 years.
Dot was a homemaker and enjoyed having company at her house. She loved fishing, tending to her chickens and building fires, as well as going on outings, whether it be to go out to eat or simply going to...
Gladys Hancock Gaines
Mar 17, 2025
Gladys Gaines, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and great grandmother, took her final journey home on Monday, March 17, 2025 surrounded by the love of her family.
Gladys was a devoted wife to the late U.S. Marine Corps Veteran Sgt. Robert Milton Gaines. Together they built a life filled with love, service, and unwavering dedication to family.
She was the cherished mother of...
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