OBITUARIES

Dec 10, 2023

 

Jean Lee Williamson, a beloved wife, mother, and homemaker, passed away peacefully in her home, surrounded by her loving family on December 10, 2023. She is proceded in death by her mother, Joyce Crowell Rainey, father Edward James Lee, son-in-law Dwight Lane & grand-daughter Sea’Aira Jean Alexander. Jean was a one-of-a-kind individual who left a mark on those she...

Dec 10, 2023

Russell Scott “Scotty” Lenard Jr. was born in Baton Rouge, LA on October 31, 1994, passed away in Baton Rouge on December 10, 2023, at the age of 29.  Scotty enjoyed drawing and art, as well as spending time with his daughter and family.  Scotty is survived by his daughter, McKenzie Lenard; mother, Bonnie Lenard; siblings, Aaron Riddle (Michaela), Jesse...

Dec 10, 2023

Gaynell “Gay” Batts, born in Baton Rouge, LA on August 3, 1937, passed away at his home in St. Amant, LA on December 10, 2023, at the age of 86. Gay was a loyal employee for over 30 years with the Highway Department, working as a highway engineer. He worked with Port of Baton Rouge and Livingston Parish Road Inspection....

Dec 9, 2023

 

It is with a heavy heart that we announce the unexpected passing of Helen Miles. She died of heart failure Friday, December 8, 2023.

She will be dearly missed by her family and friends. She had a bundle of them and loved them all. Helen enjoyed spending time with her friends and family and always brought life and laughs...

Dec 9, 2023

On behalf of the family, we thank you for visiting this memorial page.

We appreciate memorials made in their memory. Please consider making a donation to help defray the cost of services.

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Memorial service celebrating the life of Ouida “Cricket” Ann Childress of West Monroe, LA. will be held at a later date, under the direction of...

Dec 9, 2023

Ernest Vincent “Joe” Capello III, 76, a native and resident of Donaldsonville, passed away on Saturday, December 9th, 2023 in Gonzales after a short battle with Cancer. Ernest was a retired Carpenter and veteran of the Louisiana National Guard.  He enjoyed watching sports and spending time with his family.

He is survived by his three children, Ernest Capello IV...

Dec 6, 2023

Bruce Eugene Bourgeois III, beloved son, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend, peacefully passed away on December 6, 2023, at his residence in Walker, Louisiana. He was born on February 12, 1966, in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Bruce was a kind and hardworking individual who dedicated his life to his family and the pursuit of his career.Bruce's love for mechanics was...

Dec 5, 2023

James Edwin Gobble, a beloved member of the community and a dedicated employee, has passed away at the age of 68. He retired from Turner Industries as a foreman after an impressive 45 years of service.Born on February 18, 1955, James had a deep appreciation for classic cars and enjoyed attending car shows throughout his life. He had an extensive...

Dec 5, 2023

 

Barry C. Hofmeester, 81, of Baton Rouge, Louisiana, passed away peacefully at home on December 5, 2023.  Barry spent most of his life as a sheet metal and construction worker and retired from his ownership of B & B Metal several years ago.  He enjoyed spending time with his family and time in his shop.  Barry was a member...

Dec 4, 2023

Cheryl Lynn Hina, lovingly known as Sherrie, dedicated her life to ensuring quality in the construction industry as a skilled and diligent Quality Controller. She was born on October 4, 1958, in Niagara Falls, New York, where she blossomed into a compassionate, kind-hearted individual who touched the hearts of everyone she encountered. Unfortunately, on December 4, 2023, after facing an...

Dec 3, 2023

Gary Paul Blanchard, a beloved retired worker of The Port of New Orleans, passed away on December 3, 2023, at the age of 69. Born on May 22, 1954, in his hometown of New Orleans, Gary had an incredible impact on the people around him throughout his life.Gary's career at The Port of New Orleans was marked by dedication and...

Dec 2, 2023

 

Susan “Susie” Faye Portier Lauret, 63, of Lake Dallas, Texas, passed away peacefully in her home on December 2, 2023, after a long battle with cancer. Susan is preceded in death by her parents; Thomas and Stella Portier Sr., a brother; Sidney Portier Sr., a sister, Sandy Kaye Portier Nugent, and her mother-in-law Ora Belle Lauret. She is survived...

Nov 30, 2023

 

Jesus said, “Let the little children come to me and do not hinder them, for the Kingdom of heaven belongs to such as these.” Matthew 19:14

A graveside ceremony for Yasir Reign Williams will be held on Friday December 29, 2023, at 2:00 pm, at Southern Memorial Gardens Babyland, 3012 Blount Road, Baton Rouge.

 Matthew 5:4 “Blessed are those...

Nov 30, 2023

 

A resident of St. Amant, LA, Alan was born in Ann Arbor, Michigan on September 19, 1952, to William and Alberta Hodge Quesenberry. He proudly served his country in the Navy, stationed in Greece from 1973-1978. He traveled the country working in the construction industry as a civil engineer inspector, which is what brought him to Louisiana and his...

Nov 30, 2023

 

 

Vernon J. Broussard Jr. (Vernon Joe, Tug)

Vernon Joseph Broussard, Jr. returned to our Heavenly Father, accompanied by the Angels, on November 30, 2023, at his childhood home, surrounded by those who loved him. He was a native of Baton Rouge, a graduate of Redemptorist High School and Louisiana State University. He worked at the Law Library at...

Nov 30, 2023

 

Ruth Filby Kirsopp, 66, passed away on November 30, 2023, from natural causes. She was born on April 23, 1957, in Victoria, Texas.

 She was a 58 year resident of the Baton Rouge area and an LSU graduate with a Masters Degree in Deaf Education. Interment service will be at Resthaven Funeral Home, 11817 Jefferson Hwy., Baton Rouge, La....

Nov 29, 2023

Nov 29, 2023

 

Jacob Paul Richardson, 37, of Baton Rouge, Louisiana, a loving son and brother, died on Wednesday, November 29, 2023. He was born on March 25, 1986, in Orlando, Florida, to Joy Geralyn Williams and Kevin Anthony Richardson. He spent most of his adult life in New Orleans, Louisiana.

 

Jacob was a fiction writer, avid reader, and experimental filmmaker;...

Nov 28, 2023

Pamela Jo Culp, age 70, a 51-year resident of Baton Rouge, Louisiana, passed away peacefully on November 28, 2023, while holding the hands of her son, Trey Earle, and his fiancée, Brandi Monistere. "Miss Pam," as she was affectionately called during her 38-year tenure as elementary school secretary of The Runnels School, was born and raised in Benton, Kentucky, having...

Nov 28, 2023

 

John Michael Eaton 68, resident of Livingston LA, passed away peacefully on November 28th, 2023. 

 

Memorial Service will be officiated by Rev. Mike Manchester of First Apostolic Church of Liberty. 

388 W. Freedom Dr. Liberty, MS.  Saturday Dec 2, 2023 at 4 pm. 

 

He is proceeded in death by his Father George B Ratcliff,  Mother Hoyte T...