OBITUARIES
Gloria Jean Brignac
Feb 9, 2026
Gloria Jean Brignac was born on January 31, 1941, in Lutcher, LA. She passed away peacefully at her home surrounded by her family on February 9, 2026 at the age of 85.
Jean is survived by her loving husband of 66 years, Albert J. Brignac Jr.; children, Tory DeArmond (Eddie Pharr), Todd Brignac (Carla), Tim Brignac (Jenny), Tad Brignac (Lynn), Toni...
Sonya Kimble
Feb 9, 2026
Our sweet Sonya Kimble, 79, passed away on February 9, 2026, in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, at Our Lady of the Lake Hospital. She was born on February 9, 1947, in McComb, Mississippi, and grew up a Baton Rouge girl, proudly graduating from Baton Rouge High School. She spent much of her life in and between Louisiana and Mississippi before ultimately...
Debra Jane Daniel Black
Feb 8, 2026
Debra Jane Daniel Black, age 72, passed away peacefully surrounded by loved ones on February 8, 2026, in Zachary, Louisiana at her family home.
Born on April 5, 1953, in Niceville, Florida, Debbie’s life was a testament to the strength of family and unwavering faith. She was a devoted wife, mother, sister, Nana and friend. With her husband,"Black" she proudly co-owned...
Wilford Paul Hamilton Jr.
Feb 6, 2026
"I have fought the good fight; I have finished the race and kept the faith. Henceforth there is laid up for me the crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous judge, will award to me on that day..."
Wilford Paul “Fee” Hamilton, Jr, of Baton Rouge passed away on Friday, February 6, 2026, at the age of 90, surrounded by...
Kimberly J. Lipoma
Feb 6, 2026
A ceremony celebrating the life of Kimberly “Kim” Lipoma with date and location will be announced soon.
Kim was born on January 26, 1968, in Baton Rouge and rested from this life on Friday February 6, 2026, at the age of 58 years in New Roads.
She was a retired retail salesclerk, and a resident of Point Coupee Healthcare Center. She was...
Cory M. Aubrey
Feb 6, 2026
Cory M. Aubrey was born in Hardin Country, KY on November 25, 1976. He passed away on February 6, 2026, in Baton Rouge, LA at the age of 49.
Cory was loved dearly by his wife of 23 years and was a proud father and pawpaw. Family meant everything to him, and he showed that love every day. In his spare...
Donald Wayne Giles
Feb 5, 2026
John 3:16 “For God so loved the world that he gave his only begotten son, that whosever believeth in Him should not perish, but have everlasting life” Donald went home to be with his Lord and Savior on February 5th, 2026 at the age of 80. A native of Lecompte, LA, and resident of Walker, LA; he retired from Exxon as a...
Raine Nicole Guedry Goudeau
Feb 5, 2026
Raine Nicole Guedry Goudeau was born on September 13, 2025. She passed away at her home on February 5, 2026, at the age of 4 months. She loved cuddles and giggling at everyone. Raine is survived by her parents, Lalaine Guedry and Landon Goudeau; brothers, Elijah Guedry and Wyatt Goudeau; grandparents, Kevin Guedry Sr., Kristal Guedry, Ms. Crawford, Tabitha Goudeau,...
Michael Ryan Riley
Feb 5, 2026
"Poppa Swole”
March 26, 1958 – February 5, 2026
Michael Ryan Riley, affectionately known as Poppa Swole, was a New Orleans native and a lifelong New Orleans Saints fan. He was a dedicated employee of Shell Oil for more than 36 years and, above all, a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and family man.
Michael lived as a model of virtue with a stoic...
John Lee Jarreau
Feb 5, 2026
John Lee Jarreau of Greenwell Springs, LA, passed away peacefully on February 5, 2026 at the age of 70. He was born in Baton Rouge, LA, to Joseph and Bernice Jarreau of Baton Rouge, LA. He had a strong passion for music and playing the drums and was an avid coin collector. He will be remembered for his generosity and...
Robert Joseph Poche
Feb 4, 2026
Robert Joseph “Robby” Poche, born December 16, 1995, in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, passed away on February 4, 2026. He was lovingly cared for by Church Funeral Services.
Robby was a Baton Rouge native who spent much of his life surrounded by family, friends, and the things he loved most. He worked in construction for many years, including time with Superior Flooring,...
Dustin Michael Borne
Feb 4, 2026
Dustin Michael Borne passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, February 4, 2026, at the age of 44. He was born on March 27, 1981 in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, and was a resident of Denham Springs. He leaves behind a family and community who loved him deeply and will forever feel his absence.Dustin was a devoted and loving husband to his wife,...
Gregory Wayne Tullier
Feb 4, 2026
Greg passed away peacefully at his home the morning of February 4, 2026, surrounded by his loving family. He was a wonderful husband, father and grandfather. He always had a smile on his face and enjoyed life to its fullest. His greatest passions were his family, music and anything to do with his grandchildren. He treasured family vacations to the...
Euguene Franklin Edmonds
Feb 3, 2026
Eugene Franklin Edmonds, known to most as Gene, passed from this life on Tuesday, February 3, 2026, at the War Veterans home in Jackson, Louisiana. A long-time resident of Winnfield, Louisiana, Gene was born February 19, 1944. He graduated from Winnfield High School and attended Northwestern State University in Natchitoches, Louisiana.
The son of Eugene Earlin (Bill) and Mae Juanita Edmonds,...
Melvin "Fro" Haydel
Feb 3, 2026
“The loss is immeasurable, but so is the love left behind.” Melvin Joseph Haydel, better known as “Fro,” was a loving husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and friend to many. He passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by the love of his four daughters and his son-in-law, on February 3rd, 2026, at the age of 87.
Melvin was born on November 3rd,...
Mary Ann Stafford
Feb 2, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we share the passing of our mom and grandmother, Mary Ann Stafford. Mary Ann was born on April 10, 1930, in New Orleans, Louisiana. She passed away peacefully at her home in Prairieville, Louisiana on Monday, February 2, 2026, at 95 years old.
Mary Ann enjoyed numerous hobbies and interests over the years, from gardening,...
Chad Douglas Hebert
Feb 2, 2026
Chad Douglas Hebert, 53, passed away on February 2, 2026. Born January 2, 1973, in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, Chad lived a life defined by faith, generosity, and deep devotion to the people he loved.
A proud and devout Christian, Chad faced life — and even death — with a steady confidence in God’s promises. He was never afraid of leaving this...
Ingeborg Schneider Humphreys
Feb 2, 2026
Ingeborg was born in Halle, Saxony-Anhalt, Germany on October 18, 1928, and went home to be with her Heavenly Father on February 2, 2026, at the age of 97. She survived the horrors of World War II as a teenager. During that time, she met Sargeant Robert Humphreys and came to the United States in 1947 on an army transport...
Sally Shaunnessy Menke
Feb 2, 2026
Sally “Amor” Shaunnessy Menke, age 70, passed away peacefully surrounded by loved ones on February 2, 2026, in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Born on October 16, 1955, in Joliet, Illinois. Sally lived an extraordinary life—one defined by deep faith, boundless love, and a joyful spirit that touched everyone who knew her.
Sally loved her family and friends beyond measure. She married the...
Tosha Ann Hodges
Feb 2, 2026
Tosha Ann Hodges passed from this life on February 2, 2026. She is survived by her mother Donna Brown and her father Danny McClendon as well as her sister Amber and brothers Joshua and Jay.She is also survived by her daughters Taylor and Ashlyn. Services will be held Thursday, February 5, 2026 at First New Testament Church, 3235 Aubin Lane, Baton...
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