OBITUARIES
Noah Hollis Merrill
Jul 14, 2026
Noah Hollis Merrill; He was born on July 14th, 1997, and he was 29 years of age when he passed away on July 14th, 2026. He was a son, brother, and a great friend to everyone he came across.
Born in Baton Rouge, Louisiana at Woman’s Hospital. He was the son of Arthur Merrill, Suzanne Merrill, Kelly Daigle, and Troy Daigle....
Lisa Laurent Pruitt Switzer
Jul 13, 2026
Lisa Laurent Pruitt Switzer, 70, entered the loving arms of her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on July 13, 2026.
Born on April 22, 1956, Lisa lived her life with unwavering faith, unconditional love, and a servant’s heart. Her greatest purpose was found in her relationship with Jesus Christ and in the family she so dearly loved.
For over 40 wonderful years,...
Ashley Dawn Guyllette
Jul 12, 2026
In Loving Memory of Ashley Dawn Guyllette
Ashley Dawn Guyllette, 54, entered the presence of her Lord and Savior on Sunday, July 12th, 2026. Though our hearts are broken by her passing, we find comfort in knowing that her faith has become sight and that she is at peace in the arms of God.
Ashley was born on May 4th, 1972, in...
Gwendolyn Sheets Blank
Jul 11, 2026
Gwendolyn Sheets Blank was born on September 17, 1959, and passed away on July 11, 2026, at the age of 66 years old. She was born in Baton Rouge, La and spent most of her life in St Amant, La.
She was a devoted wife, mother, and Nana to her family. Gwen loved watching any LSU football or baseball...
Pat R. Lee
Jul 10, 2026
Pat R. Lee, a resident of Albany, Louisiana, died Friday, July 10, 2026 at the age of 76. He was the beloved husband of Brenda Delatte Lee; loving father of Dina Lee Brackman; and stepfather of Sheila Edwards Davidson, Dwayne Edwards and Michael Edwards. He is also survived by siblings Donald Lee and Patricia Lee Ables; grandchildren, Patrick Lee and...
Paul Gilbert Killgore
Jul 10, 2026
Paul Gilbert Killgore, born on February 16, 1938, passed away in Baton Rouge, Louisiana on July 10, 2026.
Paul obtained Master of Education degrees from both LSU and UNO. He began his 31-year teaching career in East Baton Rouge Parish and later moved to New Orleans where he worked as a teacher and library administrator. He served in the army reserve...
Donna Marie Leet Thevenot
Jul 10, 2026
Donna Marie Leet Thevenot, 52, of Prairieville, Louisiana, passed away on Friday, July 10, 2026, at Baton Rouge General Hospital–Bluebonnet.
Born on September 26, 1973, in Baton Rouge, Donna was a devoted mother, proud grandmother, loving daughter, sister, aunt, and friend. She was known for her fun-loving, silly personality and the joy she brought to those around her. Her greatest happiness...
Henry Larry Brock
Jul 10, 2026
Henry Larry Brock, 73, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on July 10, 2026, at his home in Walker, Louisiana. Born on June 15, 1953, in Ocilla, Georgia, Henry brought warmth, strength, and a welcoming heart to everyone who knew him throughout his life. Henry was best known to friends and family as Larry.
Larry was a man of...
Sims C. "Pamp" LeBeau
Jul 9, 2026
Sims C. "Pamp" LeBeau, born on February 2, 1941, a resident of Ascension Parish, Louisiana, entered into eternal rest surrounded by the love of his family on July 9, 2026.
Pamp proudly served his country in the Louisiana National Guard. He was a faithful attendee of Jimmy Swaggart Ministries and found great comfort in his faith throughout his life.
He enjoyed the...
Linda Michael
Jul 8, 2026
Linda Michael, born on March 4th, 1954, passed away on July 8th, 2026 in Baton Rouge after a courageous battle against illness.
She was a huge LSU football fan and never missed a game. Once, on a mother-daughter day outing, she even got to meet several real LSU players by chance, and it lit her day up! She learned to become...
Katherine Ann Turner
Jul 8, 2026
Katherine "Kathy" Turner, 63, of Baton Rouge, Louisiana, passed away on Wednesday, July 8, 2026, after a battle with cancer. She was born August 23, 1962, in Chicago, Illinois.
Kathy lost her own mother, Margaret, to cancer when she was in her early twenties — just a couple of years before becoming a mother herself. In her mother's memory, she went...
John Calvin McClure, IV
Jul 6, 2026
John Calvin McClure IV, known to many as "Big John," passed away at the age of 65. It is with heavy hearts that we announce his passing.
John was born on March 18, 1961, in Mullens, West Virginia to his parents, John C McClure III and Ima Gene Isbel-McClure.
He lived life to the fullest and was always ready to have fun....
Burris F. "Tunny" Gautreau Jr.
Jul 6, 2026
Our amazing father danced his way into heaven and back into the arms of his loving wife on July 6,2026 surrounded by his adoring family. He was born and raised in Gonzales, Louisiana, which was always his home. He was a 1956 graduate of Gonzales High School where he met the love of his life, his beloved wife of 65...
Warnell J. Villnuve
Jul 5, 2026
Warnell J. Villnuve, born on June 21, 1957, went home to be with Jesus on July 5, 2026. In his 69 years, Warnell was a source of strength and kindness to those fortunate to know him.
Survived by his sister Melanie "Tiny' Chauncy, brother Guy Villnuve, brother Walter "Bud" Villnuve, son Daniel "Grizz" Villnuve Sr., daughter and son in law Katherine...
Robert Erwin Marler III
Jul 5, 2026
Robert Erwin Marler III, a native of Baton Rouge, Louisiana, passed away peacefully on July 5, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of service, hard work, and unwavering love for his family.
Robert proudly served his country during the Vietnam War and continued his military career in the United States Army, attaining the rank of Sergeant. During his military service, he served...
Elizabeth Rochelle Reeves Anderson
Jul 4, 2026
Celebrating the Life of Rochelle Reeves Anderson
Elizabeth “Rochelle” Reeves Anderson peacefully left her earthly home and entered her eternal mansion on July 4, 2026, at the age of 90.
Born on February 12, 1936, in Shreveport, Louisiana, Rochelle was the beloved daughter of Russell and Jewel Reeves. During her years at Fair Park High School, she met the love of her...
Estelle Irene Guedry
Jul 3, 2026
Estelle Irene Guedry, born November 24, 1945, passed away on July 3, 2026. Her presence and influence were felt profoundly by her family, friends, and all who knew her throughout her remarkable life.
Estelle was proud of her long and dedicated career as a hairdresser, serving her community for many years. Through her work, she touched the lives of countless individuals,...
Leo Mark Ridge III
Jul 3, 2026
Leo “Mark” Ridge III, a resilient, hardworking man who dedicated his life to providing for those he loved; passed away peacefully at 9:10 AM on Friday, July 3rd, 2026, in Denham Springs, Louisiana. He was 76 years old.
Born on January 29th, 1950, in New Orleans, Louisiana, Mark was the son of the late Ada Tingstrom and Leo Mark Ridge II....
Kenna Bernard Raymond
Jul 1, 2026
Heaven Is Where I Rest
"My flesh and my heart may fail, but God is the strength of my heart and portion forever." Psalm 73:26
Kenna was a fun and loving person with a big heart. He was always ready to help and use his many talents and skills to be of assistance to anyone in need. At an early age he...
Sylvia Wells
Jul 1, 2026
Sylvia Wells of Saint Amant, Louisiana passed away on Wednesday, July 1, 2026 at the age of 89 years old. Born on August 6, 1936, she lived a vibrant life as a wife, mother, and friend to many. Sylvia and her family were members of the Household of Faith church in Gonzales, Louisiana where she and her late husband served...
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