OBITUARIES

Larry Touchet, Sr.

Larry Touchet, Sr.

Mar 13, 2025

Larry Touchet Sr, a beloved husband, father, grandfather and friend, passed away on March 13, 2025, surrounded by the love of his family and his beloved fur babies.

Born in Abbeville, LA, Larry lived a vibrant life, filled with music , sports, friends and family. He was always the life of the party ensuring everyone had a good time. A true...

Tunya John Jenkins

Tunya John Jenkins

Mar 13, 2025

Tunya John Jenkins, a devoted homemaker and beloved member of her community, passed away peacefully on March 13, 2025, at The Carpenter House of St. Joseph Hospice in Baton Rouge. Born on December 1, 1964, in New Orleans, Louisiana, Tunya lived a life filled with warmth, kindness, and a spirit that touched many.

Throughout her life, Tunya was known for her...

Heloise Landry Rivere

Heloise Landry Rivere

Mar 13, 2025

Heloise Landry Rivere, a longtime resident of Baton Rouge, LA, born February 1, 1927, at Halfway Plantation in the Belle Alliance area has passed away peacefully, in her sleep at her daughter’s home in Baton Rouge on March 13, 2025 at the astounding age of 98.

She was preceded in death by her beloved daughter, Anita M. Rivero (Baldwin), two sons,...

Judy Johnson Hyman

Judy Johnson Hyman

Mar 13, 2025

Judy Johnson Hyman passed away in her home in Baton Rouge, LA on March 13, 2025. She was born in Little Rock, AR on July 11, 1947, and raised in North Little Rock. She was 77 years old.

Judy was married to her husband of 28 years, Hugh Hyman, Jr. until his passing in 1998. She was a devoted and loving...

Geraldine Walker Broussard

Geraldine Walker Broussard

Mar 13, 2025

Geraldine Walker Broussard passed from this life in Prairieville, Louisiana on Thursday March 13, 2025 at the age of 89. She was the beloved spouse of Gustave Irby Broussard (1927-2015) and the loving mother of six, the grandmother of 17, and the great-grandmother of 20.

Geraldine was born in San Angelo, Texas in 1935. While growing up, she assisted with helping...

Richard Francingues Sr.

Richard Francingues Sr.

Mar 12, 2025

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Richard Francingues, Sr. on Wednesday, March 12, 2025. Richard passed away at his home in Gonzales, Louisiana surrounded by his family. He was a devoted husband, father, father-in-law, grandfather, sibling, and friend who truly never met a stranger and was known for his jovial nature and warm personality. Richard...

Margaret Mire Tanner

Margaret Mire Tanner

Mar 12, 2025

Margaret Mire Tanner passed away on March 12, 2025 at Francois Bend Senior Living Home in Gonzales LA. She was born April 10, 1935 to Cleveland Mire and Beatrice Mire (nee’ Landry). She was 89 years old.

Margaret met the love of her life, John Dave Tanner (JD) while she was attending Gonzales High School. JD was drafted into the army...

Rachel Lane Crowell

Rachel Lane Crowell

Mar 11, 2025

Rachel Lane Crowell, a vibrant spirit born on April 20, 1995, in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, departed from this world on March 11, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of love and joy that touched the lives of all who knew her. Rachel was a dazzling social butterfly, adored for her infectious smile and warm personality that would light up any room.

Her...

Pamela Tullier Albert

Pamela Tullier Albert

Mar 10, 2025

Pam, a loving wife, mother, grandmother, great- grandmother, aunt and friend. She passed away peacefully surrounded by family on Monday, March 10, 2025, at the age of 73.

She was a lifetime member of the American Legion Auxillary Post 167, Plaquemine, La. She enjoyed riding around listening to swamp pop music, cooking and sharing recipes with her grandson, Gage and spending...

Patricia Jane "Patty" Pattison Harrison

Patricia Jane "Patty" Pattison Harrison

Mar 9, 2025

Patricia “Patty” Jane Harrison, beloved wife and mother of five children, passed away peacefully on March 9, 2025, surrounded by family in Baton Rouge, LA.

Patricia, the oldest of five siblings, grew up in New Orleans, Louisiana, and lived there for all of her childhood years with her parents, Lizetta and Thomas Pattison, and siblings, Mike, Beth, Terry, and Judy. Patricia...

William Todd Fatheree

William Todd Fatheree

Mar 9, 2025

Funeral service celebrating the life of William Todd Fatheree 57 of Monroe, LA. will be held at 2:00 PM, Saturday, March 15, 2025, at Amazing Grace Worship Center, 2594 LA-015 Calhoun. Interment will follow at Hall Cemetery.

Family will received friends for visitation 5-7 PM Friday, March 14, 2025, at the church.

Todd passed away on March 9, 2025. He was born...

Gerald Manual Stafford

Gerald Manual Stafford

Mar 8, 2025

Gerald Manual “Tommy” Stafford, native and lifelong resident of Gonzales, passed away on March 8, 2025, at the age of 87 in Baton Rouge. He worked as a meter reader for Gulf States Electric and was also the owner of several businesses. Tommy faithfully served in the US Air Force. He was an avid LSU fan, watched Cowboy movies and...

Justin H. Sachse Sr

Justin H. Sachse Sr

Mar 8, 2025

Justin Harvey Sachse, 43, passed away unexpectedly following a brief illness on March 8, 2025, in Denham Springs, Louisiana. Born on April 29, 1981, in Baton Rouge, Justin was a graduate of Central High School.

Justin was a true friend to everyone he met. He was always willing to stop and help someone who had broken down on the side of...

Katherine Diane "Moms" Villnuve

Katherine Diane "Moms" Villnuve

Mar 8, 2025

Katherine Diane Villnuve "moms" gained her wings unexpectedly on Saturday March 8, 2025. She was 66 years old and lived the majority of her life in St. Amant, LA.

She is preceded in death by her daughter Anita Villnuve and father, Drew Clary.

Survived by her mother, Arlene Clary, sister Debbie Cantey, her husband of 52 years, Warnell Villnuve; son, Daniel "Grizz"...

Ada Joyce Passmore

Ada Joyce Passmore

Mar 6, 2025

Tupelo-Ada Joyce Passmore, known as Joyce, passed away peacefully at home in Ponchatoula, LA, on March 6, 2025, surrounded by family.

Born February 13, 1946, in Randolph, MS, Joyce was a 1963 graduate of Randolph High School. She called Tupelo, MS, home since 1991 and recently returned to celebrate her 79th birthday.

Joyce retired from AT&T (BellSouth) after a dedicated career, starting...

Roger Dale Reames "Pappy"

Roger Dale Reames "Pappy"

Mar 5, 2025

Roger Dale Reames, 60, of Rocky Branch, passed away on March 5, 2025. Known affectionately as "Pappy" by his grandchildren, he leaves behind a legacy of love, laughter, and the thrill of dirt track racing.

Born on July 11, 1964, Roger was an avid HVAC technician for over 40 years. He was a man who embraced the simple pleasures of life....

Anthony "Buzz" Gambino

Anthony "Buzz" Gambino

Mar 4, 2025

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Anthony “Buzz” Gambino, who returned home to the Lord on March 4, 2025.

Buzz was raised in Waggaman, Louisiana, where he became known for his kindness, generosity, and unwavering loyalty to those he loved. He was a man with a heart as big as his smile—always willing to lend a hand, share a...

Nina Reynolds Gustin

Nina Reynolds Gustin

Mar 4, 2025

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Nina R. Gustin, who left this world peacefully on March 4, 2025, while holding her husband’s hand of 60 years. She was 82 years old.

Nina was born to Mae and Robert Reynolds on March 5, 1942, in Morganza, Louisiana. She enjoyed baking and decorating cakes. She was an active member of St....

Jamie Barbay Scharlau

Jamie Barbay Scharlau

Mar 3, 2025

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Jamie Barbay Scharlau, who left us on 3/3/2025, at the age of 60. Jamie was a beloved individual whose life touched many, leaving a lasting impact on all who had the privilege of knowing her.

Born in Baton Rouge, Louisiana on 5/26/1964, Jamie grew up surrounded by family and friends...

William R. Taylor "Bill"

William R. Taylor "Bill"

Mar 3, 2025

William R. Taylor “Bill” born in Milroy, Minnesota and longtime resident of Baton Rouge and St. Amant, Louisiana was born on July 17, 1944, and passed peacefully on March 3, 2025, at Clarity Hospice in Baton Rouge, at the age of 80. He worked as an electrician and was a longtime member of IBEW union 995. He was also a...