OBITUARIES

Ira Collins Johnson, passed away peacefully at his home in Jackson, Louisiana, on Monday, March 13, 2023, surrounded by his family.  Ira Collins Johnson was born April 28, 1932, the last child of eight born to the union of Rufus Ewing Johnson and Elvira Colvin Johnson of Farmerville, Louisiana . After graduating from Union Parish High School in 1951, he...

Patsy Graham, a native of Baton Rouge and a resident of Head of Island, passed away Tuesday, March 14, 2023 at the age of 74.  She is the beloved wife of John Graham, loving mother to Heather Connor and David Graham, adoring grandmother to Wesley, Jolie, Nathan and Jude and devoted aunt to Katie Walker.  She is also survived by...

William Howard Kessler, Jr. passed away at St. Joseph’s Hospice in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, on March 14, 2023. He was born in Jackson on December 10, 1946, to Berdie Brumfield Kessler and William Howard Kessler.  He graduated from Murrah High School in 1965 and attended Louisiana State University where he was a member of Theta Xi fraternity and a four-year...

Patricia Hankenhof Goebel earned her wings and passed away peacefully on Tuesday March 14th, 2023. She was survived by her daughter Wendy, granddaughter Raina, brothers Patrick and Bob, sisters-in-law Valerie and Gwen, her nephews Bobby and Michael and her great nephew Jamie, who called her Aunt P.  She was a wonderful soul and will be missed dearly. She’s an angel...

After a wonderful life of doing things his way, James Eugene “Jim” Willis, Ph.D., 86, passed away on Tuesday, March 14, 2023 in Baton Rouge, LA.  He was born July 14, 1936 in Del Norte, Colorado.  He was preceded in death by his parents, Dorcas Frances Chamberlain Willis and Col. William Darrel Willis, M.D., his brother William D. Willis, Jr.,...

Michael Jay “Big Red” Recotta passed away on March 9, 2023, at the age of 31. Michael Jay was born to Michael Jay and Brenda Recotta on February 18, 1992 in Metairie, LA. On Friday, March 17, 9:30 visitation will be held at Holy Ghost Catholic Church, Hammond, LA at 9:30 – Noon with Mass at Noon. Interment at St....

Cory Shane Cannon, age 26, of Holden, LA, passed away on March 12, 2023 at Lane Regional Medical Center, Zachary, LA. Cory was born on November 27, 1996, in Baton Rouge. He is survived by his father Brad Cannon, mother Angela Waldroup (Mike), son Jack Cannon, brother Devin Cannon (Meghan); grandmother, Murline Pierson; and a host of aunts, uncles, and...

Richard Autin, son of Rudolph and Mary Autin, loving husband of Artie “Chubby” Autin, passed away on March 12, 2023, at his home in Baton Rouge, LA, after a long illness. He is survived by his wife “Chubby” Artie Autin, two daughters Stepheny, Shelly, and a son in law, Mark Grimley. He is also survived by 3 grandchildren, Andrew Grimley,...

Michael Wayne Bergeron, loving husband, father, grandfather, brother, son and friend passed away at his home in Sorrento, LA on Sunday March 12, 2023.  He was 62 years old.He was a member of Sorrento Baptist Church.  He was the leader of The Sorrento Gospel Singers.  He was a die-hard fan of LSU Sports. He is survived by his wife of...

Louis Jones, a native of Lismore, LA and a resident of Ferriday, LA, passed away on Thursday, March 9, 2023, at the age of 88. He was a retired lumber mill worker and carpenter. His sense of humor, wit, and compassion for everyone will be dearly missed. Survived by daughter, Velma M. Jones (Keith) of Prosper, TX and Barbara L....

Gary Lynn Adams of Walker, Louisiana has passed away on March 9, 2023. Gary was born in Palmetto, Louisiana on December 31, 1950, to Prince and Grace Deshotel Adams. He attended Melville High School and Louisiana State University. Gary worked as a Fireman at the Melville Fire Department, an Ambulance Driver with Acadian Ambulance, and as a Computer Technician at...

Landon Hunter Glaviana, born in Baton Rouge on July 8, 1994.  Landon grew up in Donaldsonvile, and resided in Ascension Parish.  He was a beautiful person on the inside and out, with a kind heart and always a mama’s boy.  He enjoyed cooking his favorite dishes, listening to music, and enjoying time spent with his family.  He left us too...

Proverbs 31:25-26   (25) She is clothed with strength and dignity. She can laugh at the days to come. (26) She speaks with wisdom, and faithful instruction is on her tongue.Ellen “LaRue” Swanson, 73, went home to the Lord on March 7, 2023. LaRue is survived by her children; Greg Swanson (Toni Swanson), Shannon Swanson, Jeremy Swanson (Shelley Swanson), Carrie Swanson;...

Beloved son, brother, and friend, Edward R. (Randy) Cole passed away suddenly on February 19, 2023. He is preceded in death by his father, Edward Cole, and mother Barbara Cole. He is survived by his sister Karen Smith (Ron Smith), aunts and cousins, and remembered by many caring, loving friends.

Stanley Paul Villneurve, born in Darrow and resided in St. Amant passed away on Sunday, March 5, 2023, at the age of 72.  Stanley was a veteran of the Armed and Air National Guard.  He was the proud owner of Stanley’s Electric.  He enjoyed spending time with his family and friends as well as outdoor activities like fishing and hunting. ...

Kerin P. Blanchard (a.k.a. Cowan & The Buff), a welder and life long resident of Pierre Part, La. passed away peacefully on March 6, 2023, at the age of 61 in Baton Rouge, La.Kerin is preceded in death by his parents Nolan J. Blanchard Sr. and Rena D. Blanchard, and one sister Alice B. Hoffman (Gerald).Kerin is survived by his...

Thurman Joseph Tanner, born in Gonzales and resident of St. Amant, passed away at his home on Monday, March 6, 2023 at the age of 87.  Thurman was a Mason with New River Lodge # 402.  He enjoyed spending time with his family, friends, and all things outdoors, including fishing and hunting.  Thurman is survived by his wife, Tiny Tanner;...

John “Andy” Hunter Jr, entered the gates of Heaven on Thursday, February 23, 2023 as a result of an automobile accident. He will truly be missed beyond measure.Andy is survived by his daughter, Kellie (Delery) Matherne; stepdaughter’s, Shasta Morales (Buddy Fisher), Kendra (Cody) Barnett; and an “adopted” daughter Nechelle (Mike) Polk.  Nephews, David (Jill) Hunter & Michael Hunter, special friend...

David Wayne Cart (Big Dave) passed away On Feb.20,2023 at Our Lady of the Lake Hospital. He was born August 2, 1964, in Oakdale Louisiana to Ernie and Joyce Cart.He lived his entire life in Zachary Louisiana, where he attended Zachary High, and worked as a Butcher at Red& White, Knotts Quality Meats and Wal mart.He attended Zachary First Baptist...

India Lavaida Williams McLin Graham, of Baton Rouge, Louisiana, passed away Thursday, March 2, 2023, at her home.  She retired from The Louisiana Health Dept., Milk and Dairy Division. India was born on November 14, 1935.  She was a 1953 graduate of Istrouma High School and was an avid runner competing and winning numerous local road races, in the senior...