OBITUARIES
Karl David Firesheets
Jun 23, 2026
Karl David Firesheets passed away on Tuesday June 23, 2026, at the age of 71. Karl was a resident of the greater Baton Rouge area for the vast majority of his life. He was an avid supporter of LSU sports and Saints football. He enjoyed gardening, cooking, and relaxing at home in Greenwell Springs. He was a grocery manager at...
Gail Genevieve Hansen McClure
Jun 23, 2026
Gail Genevieve Hansen McClure, age 69, of Ascension Parish, Louisiana passed away on June 23, 2026. She was preceded in death by her parents; Kjell and Edna Hansen; her son Lloyd Cernich Jr; and her sisters Susan Gautreaux and Karen Cernich.
Gail is survived by her adoring husband Michael McClure; her brother Knute Hansen (Claudette); their children Timmy Cernich (Holly), Jimmy...
Michael Allen Davis
Jun 23, 2026
A ceremony celebrating the life of Michael Allen Davis will be held on Saturday June 27, 2026, at Cross Truth Ministries, 17457 Wes McLin Road, Livingston, LA 70754. Visitation will begin at 10:00 am until time of the service at 12 noon.
Michael was born in Bogalusa, on July 3, 1956, and rested from this life on Tuesday June 23, 2026,...
Ronald "Ronnie" Ryals
Jun 21, 2026
Born April 1,1947, Ronald "Ronnie" Rylas passed away on June 21,2026, at North Oaks Medical Center, Hammond, LA.
He was 79 years old, a native of New Orleans, LA, and a resident of Amite, LA. Ronnie proudly served the community of Independence as a law enforcement officer and later retired from the police force. He was raised Catholic and attended Catholic...
Jan P. Ray
Jun 21, 2026
Jan Ray recently died in Baton Rouge. She was 95. She grew up in Georgetown, Texas and lived in Baton Rouge for many years. She retired from Louisiana State University after working as an Administrative Assistant for the School of Social Work.
Jan is preceded in death by her mother Mabel, her father George, her husband Richard, and her son Kent....
Seth Michael Martin
Jun 20, 2026
Seth Michael Martin, born on March 6, 1979, in Lutcher, Louisiana, passed away on June 20, 2026, in Dallas, Texas. Seth’s life was marked by genuine kindness, humility, and a warmth that touched the lives of all who had the privilege of knowing him.
Seth was a man of remarkable character and spirit. He possessed an incredible sense of humor and...
Michael A. Musso, Jr.
Jun 20, 2026
Michael A. Musso, Jr. peacefully passed away on Saturday, June 20th, 2026. Born July 1, 1939 to Michael A Sr. and Effie Michael Musso, in Baton Rouge, LA. He is survived by his wife, Debra Dantin Musso and their children Ashley Musso Nangle (Kevin) and Michael Todd Musso, grandsons, Reid Michael Nangle and Brantley Richard Nangle and son, Ellis Michael...
Kevin "Kev" LaBauve
Jun 20, 2026
Kevin Joseph LaBauve, “Kev”, was born November 1, 1965, to Kerry and Barbara King LaBauve, and passed away on June 20, 2026, surrounded by his family. Kev was a native of Gretna/Alexandria and resident of Prairieville.
He was a devoted husband, son, daddy, and “Paran” to all. He loved spending time with his family, watching LSU football and baseball,...
Curtis Nickens
Jun 20, 2026
Curtis Nickens, a resident of Walker, Louisiana, passed away at the age of 49 on June 20, 2026. He was born in Baton Rouge, Louisiana on January 2nd,1977. He was known for his sense of humor and a knack for making people laugh and smile as he was always ready with a joke. Curtis loved his family and friends dearly.
He...
James West Stovall Sr.
Jun 19, 2026
For we know that if the earthly tent we live in is destroyed we have a building from God, an eternal house in heaven, not built by human hands. 2 Corinthians 5:1
James was born to Jewel Babe Stovall and Areatha Brown Stovall on March 27, 1950, in Tyertown, Mississippi. He was united in matrimony to Selma Gratchen Henry on July...
Preston Doyle Gill
Jun 19, 2026
Preston Doyle Gill, a native of Silver Creek, Mississippi and a resident of Central, Louisiana, died Friday, June 19, 2026 at the age of 86. He was the beloved husband of Louise Gill. In addition to immediate family, he has many spiritual sons, daughters, brothers and sisters.
Preston was a contractor and builder with Homecare 360 for over 30 years. His...
Frank Thomas “Tom” Pollock
Jun 19, 2026
On Friday, June 19, 2026, Frank Thomas “Tom” Pollock passed away surrounded by family members and friends at The Crossing at Clarity Hospice in Baton Rouge, Louisiana.
Tom was a man dedicated to his family, faith, and friends who possessed many talents and gifts that he readily shared with others. One of his favorite sayings was, “If laughter were the key,...
David Michael Landry
Jun 16, 2026
David Michael Landry, the kindest man with the sweetest laugh, gentle and humble, who loved his Lord and his family with his entire being, went to be with his Lord on Tuesday morning, June 16, 2026. He passed away peacefully at his residence with his wife, Vivian, and his daughter, Heather, by his side. David was 80 years old.
David married...
Rachel Louise Hester
Jun 16, 2026
It is with heavy hearts and profound sadness that we announce the passing of Rachel Louise Hester, a cherished wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend, who departed this world on June 16, 2026, enveloped by the love of her family at Clarity Hospice in Baton Rouge, LA. Born on May 25, 1958, in Delano, CA, Rachel lived a life full...
Bruce J. Simon
Jun 16, 2026
Bruce J. Simon was born on February 26, 1949, in Lutcher, Louisiana. He passed away on June 16, 2026, in Gonzales, Louisiana. Bruce was known as a good friend, a loving father, and a wonderful husband. He enjoyed many simple pleasures in life, such as fishing and hunting. He also loved riding his golf cart around with his neighbors and...
Ronnie W Shaffer
Jun 15, 2026
Ronald “Ronnie” Wayne Shaffer passed away the evening of June 15, 2026. He was 81 and a native of Greenwell Springs, LA. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather. He was a strong Christian and loved his family, his animals, and his vegetable gardens.
Ronnie is survived by his son Jason Wayne Shaffer and his wife Amanda of Walker,...
Anthony "Tony" Wilkinson
Jun 15, 2026
“I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith. Now there is in store for me the crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous Judge, will award to me on that day—and not only to me, but also to all who have longed for his appearing.” 2 Timothy 4:7-8
Anthony (Tony) Wayne Wilkinson,...
Ina Bell Lynchard
Jun 15, 2026
A ceremony celebrating the life of Ina Bell Lynchard will be held on Thursday June 18, 2026, at Shady Bower Pentecostal Church visitation will begin at 10:00 am until time of service at 12 noon. Interment will follow at the church cemetery.
Mrs. Lynchard was born in Mayersville, MS on February 16, 1940, and rested from this life on Monday June...
Deborah Elizabeth DeBruyn
Jun 14, 2026
Deborah Elizabeth DeBruyn, aged 76, on Sunday morning, June 14 at The Crossing on Bluebonnet. Survived by her beloved spouse and partner of 49 years, Kathleen (Kathy) Ann Naquin, Deborah was born on November 16, 1949 in Mobile and raised in New Orleans. In 1977, she moved to Baton Rouge. Deborah was a consummate homemaker. She loved books, the news,...
Sharon "Becky" Baron Doucet
Jun 14, 2026
Sharon “Becky” Baron Doucet, age 77, of Baton Rouge, Louisiana, passed away June 14, 2026, leaving behind a lifetime of love, precious memories, and a family who adored her deeply.
Becky was the kind of woman whose presence brought strength, yet comfort and whose love made any place feel like home. In her best years, a powerhouse and a force that...
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