OBITUARIES

Aaron Thomas Mackler

Aaron Thomas Mackler

Nov 11, 2023

 

Aaron Thomas Mackler, 37, of Baton Rouge, LA joined his parents in Heaven on November 7, 2023. He was born October 1, 1986 to John James Mackler and Nora Gremillion Mackler, and attended St. Jude the Apostle School and St. Michael the Archangel High School. He is survived by his brother, Michael Mackler and sister-in-law, Kathryn Mackler; his cousins,...

Hazel M. Parr

Hazel M. Parr

Nov 11, 2023

Hazel M. Parr, born in Acy, LA on March 8, 1939, resident of Dutchtown, LA, passed away on November 11, 2023, at the age of 84. Hazel enjoyed cooking, sewing, and spending time with her family.

Hazel is survived by her husband on 65 years, Ronald J. Parr; her children, Yolonda Ulmer (James), Yvette Brignac (Dennis), Lance Parr, Ron Jon...

William "Terry" Slade

William "Terry" Slade

Nov 11, 2023

The Celebration of Life Service for William “Terry” Slade, 72, will be held on Friday, November 18, 2023 at 2 p.m. at

VFW Post 1809 Rodney J Hobbs, 1499 Highway 594, Monroe, LA with Bro. Joe WIley and Dionne Boozer Chamblee officiating,

under the direction of Church Funeral Services and Crematory.After a hard fought battle with cancer, Terry...

Willa Dell Scott

Willa Dell Scott

Nov 11, 2023

 

Willa Dell Scott, a devoted homemaker and former Bank Teller at the Bank of Gonzales, passed away on November 11, 2023 at Gonzales Health Care. Born on September 6, 1932 with her identical twin sister, Wilma in St. Francis, Kansas. She was the daughter of Harvey Barnhart and Irene Evelyn (Moore) Barnhart. 

 

When the twins were 3 years...

William Victor Hodgson

William Victor Hodgson

Nov 10, 2023

 

 

William (Bill) Victor Hodgson 83, resident of Baton Rouge, passed away November 10, 2023. He was preceded in death by his youngest son Bain Hodgson (10-2-2022) and is survived by his wife Braulia Hodgson, 2 sons Billy (Laura), Robert (Isabel) and 8 grandchildren. 

 

He was born in Marietta, OH in 1940 and married to Braulia for 63 years. He...

Brenda Joy Traylor

Brenda Joy Traylor

Nov 10, 2023

 

 Joy Traylor was born on May 22, 1945 in Laurel Mississippi, to her parents Johnny and Beulah Tisdale. Joy moved her residence to Heaven on Friday November 10, 2023.        .

Joy was preceded in death by her parents, her brother Earnest Tisdale and sister Kathy Wall.  She is survived by her husband of 53 years George Traylor; Her sons...

Jason Paul Gautreau

Jason Paul Gautreau

Nov 9, 2023

 

Jason Paul Gautreau, born in Baton Rouge, LA on September 10, 1971, passed away in Gonzales on November 9, 2023, at the age of 52.  Jason enjoyed playing his guitar in his earlier years, watching football and spending time with his family and friends.  Jason is survived by his siblings, Rhonda Guidry (Derwin), Donna Spedale (Dwayne), Wanda Berthelot (Clay)...

Laurie Allen Perck

Laurie Allen Perck

Nov 9, 2023

Laurie Allen Perck has passed away on November 9, 2023, in Baton Rouge, LA. Born on January 18, 1957, in Lutcher, LA, Laurie brought warmth and cheer to everyone she encountered throughout her remarkable life. She was a devoted wife to Robert John Perck and a loving mother to Elizabeth Wise, Eric Perck, and Alicia Perck.

 

Laurie's kind and...

Thomas Nathan Midkiff

Thomas Nathan Midkiff

Nov 8, 2023

 

Romans 8:38–39 (NIV) For I am convinced that neither death nor life, neither angels nor demons, neither the present nor the future, nor any powers, neither height nor depth, nor anything else in all creation, will be able to separate us from the love of God that is in Christ Jesus our Lord.

Thomas Nathan Midkiff, born on October...

Edna Gayle White

Edna Gayle White

Nov 8, 2023

 

Beloved mother, Edna Gayle White, 69, passed away November 8, 2023, with her family by her side.Gayle was born to the late Betty and Harrell Chancey, May 1, 1954, in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Her family paid tribute to her, "Gayle was one of the strongest people you could ever meet, she cared very deeply for her children and always...

Marian Margaret Michel Hood

Marian Margaret Michel Hood

Nov 5, 2023

Our loving and devoted mother of seven (7) children, Marian Margaret Michel Hood,born August 3,1936 passed away peacefully at home in Gonzles, LA on SundayNovember 5, 2023. She was a dedicated and faithful Catholic and member of St Johnchurch in Prairieville.

She had a long career in Louisiana working since 1967, for Dixie Electric,Transcontinental Gas Pipeline, Lucketts Photography, and Wolfs...

Diane Chalaron Carter

Diane Chalaron Carter

Nov 4, 2023

 

Diane Chalaron Carter, wife, mother, and extraordinary teacher, passed away unexpectedly on November 4th, 2023. She was doing what she loved most—visiting dear friends and family, and enjoying the amazing food of Southeast LA. 

 

The daughter of Evelyn Lyons Chalaron and Francois J. “Frenchy” Chalaron, she was born in New Orleans, August 1941. Diane grew up in Covington,...

Linda R Haydel

Linda R Haydel

Nov 4, 2023

“Wherever a beautiful soul has been, there is a trail of beautiful memories.” Linda Ringer Haydel, of Gonzales, Louisiana, was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and friend to many. She passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by family on November 4, 2023, at the age of 80.

 

Linda was born on July 2nd, 1943, in St....

Rhonda Kay Bandy Bourg

Rhonda Kay Bandy Bourg

Nov 3, 2023

 

Rhonda Kay Bandy Bourg, born March 27, 1945, in Madisonville, LA, passed away on November 3, 2023, in Donaldsonville, LA at the age of 78.  She worked as a Security Officer with CF Industries, and later retired from there after many years of service. She enjoyed time with her family including her beloved chihuahua "Silver Bell".  Rhonda is survived...

Kirby "Beanie" Joseph Leader

Kirby "Beanie" Joseph Leader

Nov 3, 2023

 

Kirby “Beanie” Joseph Leader, age 77, went home to be with the Lord on Friday, November 3, 2023, at Our Lady of the Lake.

He was the son of the late Mercedes Lee LeBlanc, stepfather Mike LeBlanc and Elvin Joseph Leader. A native of Sorrento and a resident of Gonzales for most of his life. He was a pipefitter/welder...

Gary W. Whittington

Gary W. Whittington

Nov 2, 2023

 

“I waited patiently for the Lord: he turned to me and heard my cry.” Psalm 40:1

Gary W. Whittington passed away on November 2, 2023, after a twenty-nine-month courageous battle with metastatic liposarcoma. Gary was born on October 15, 1946, to Earl and Frances Chaney Whittington.

Gary is survived by his wife Vicki Landry Whittington; his six children, Wendy...

Esther L. Gould

Esther L. Gould

Oct 31, 2023

In Loving memory of Esther L Gould, she passed away on October 31, 2023. She was a resident of Lacour House Assisted Living Center. She lived a full life of love and laughter. She made friends with everyone, and everyone was her friend.

She loved traveling, camping, fishing, needle work and above all she loved to cook. Born January...

Sheryl Dianne Hebert

Sheryl Dianne Hebert

Oct 31, 2023

 

We are so saddened to announce that our beloved mother, Sheryl Dianne Hebert, passed away on October 31st, 2023, at the age of 63. She passed away at her home in Walker, Louisiana.

 

Sheryl is preceded in death by her daughter Sarah Joy Hebert and her mother Lynda Hammons Mayhall. She is survived by her daughters Ashton...

Stanley "Rocky" Walsh, II

Stanley "Rocky" Walsh, II

Oct 28, 2023

 

Beloved child of God Stanley “Rocky” Atkinson Walsh II entered eternal rest on Saturday, October 28th, 2023 at the age of 76. He died in the Baton Rouge, Louisiana home that he shared with his cherished parents up until the time of their passing. 

 

A Louisiana native, Rocky was born on May 3rd, 1947 in New Orleans, and...

Braden Mark Wilson

Braden Mark Wilson

Oct 28, 2023

 

Braden Mark Wilson, our warrior and superhero, left this earth at age 17, on October 28, 2023, to claim his wings and be with Jesus.  He taught us that the quality of life and ability to make a mark on this world exceeds the time you are granted to live it. 

 

We were blessed with the presence of this...