OBITUARIES

Catherine Paddie St. Angelo

Catherine Paddie St. Angelo

Apr 19, 2025

Catherine "Cathy" Paddie St. Angelo, age 66, passed away peacefully at her home in Denham Springs on Saturday, April 19, 2025, surrounded by her loving husband and family.

Born on November 15, 1958, in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, Cathy lived a life full of love, laughter, and devotion to her family and community. She was the beloved wife of Donald “Pete” St....

Gerald Wayne "Tniney" Holland

Gerald Wayne "Tniney" Holland

Apr 18, 2025

Gerald Wayne "Tniney" Holland, born on August 21, 1941, in Vowell's Mill, LA, passed away in Gonzales, LA on April 18, 2025, at the age of 83. He enjoyed time spent with his family, shopping with his daughter, Tammy, eating out at his favorite restaurants, as well as watching horror movies. He also had a love for Gaither Vocal Band...

Donald George Kozan, Sr.

Donald George Kozan, Sr.

Apr 18, 2025

Donald George Kozan, Sr., a native of Albany, LA, and a resident of Baton Rouge, LA, passed away on April 18, 2025, at the age of 88. Donald graduated from LSU where he was on the 1957 football team. He went on to graduate from Dental School at Loyola University in New Orleans. He was a dentist in Central, LA...

Jeffery J. LaBruzzo

Jeffery J. LaBruzzo

Apr 17, 2025

A private celebration of life ceremony was held for Jeffery J. LaBruzzo with honors by the U S Marine Honors Guard. 

Jeff was born on December 2, 1960, to the union of the late John LaBruzzo and Virginia Forbes Firmin and rested from this beautiful world on April 17, 2025.

He was loved by his family and many great friends.

James W. Parks, Jr.

James W. Parks, Jr.

Apr 17, 2025

James (Jim) William Parks, Jr. blessed us with his presence for 90 years with a beautiful and fulfilling life before he went to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ on April 17, 2025 at 8:52pm. The world was forever changed when he was born on April 13,1935 to James William Parks, Sr and Bertha Stewart Parks. Jim was...

Lisa Grider Bozeman

Lisa Grider Bozeman

Apr 17, 2025

Lisa Grider Bozeman, 63, of Baton Rouge, LA, passed away on April 17, 2025.

Born January 10, 1962 in Little Rock, Arkansas, she was the adopted daughter of Kenneth Grider and Iva Jean Vanlandingham Grider. After graduating from Belaire High School in 1980, Lisa attended LA Tech, earning her degree in Chemical Engineering.

Lisa married Terry Edward Bozeman on August 4, 1984,...

Shirley Markey

Shirley Markey

Apr 17, 2025

Born December 31st ,1936 in her family home on Sorrel Ave in Baton Rouge and a resident of Pride, she died surrounded by her loved ones at Central Guest House on Holy Thursday April 17th, 2025. She was 88 years old. She was a homemaker and former co-owner with her husband of B&S Cylinder Head Repair on Scenic Hwy in...

James C. Babb Sr

James C. Babb Sr

Apr 17, 2025

It is with heartfelt sadness that we announce that James C. Babb Sr., rested from this life on Thursday April 17, 2025, surrounded by his family, at the age of 64 years. He was born in Baytown, Texas, worked all his life as a crane operator, and a current resident of Folsom.

He was one of the sweetest and kindest persons...

Juan Carlos Ramirez, Sr.

Juan Carlos Ramirez, Sr.

Apr 16, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Juan Carlos Ramirez Sr., a devoted father and loyal friend, who left us far too soon on April 16th, 2025 at the age of 59, while surrounded by family at Our Lady of the Lake.

Born on January 3rd, 1966 in Mexico City, Mexico. Juan Carlos was a man of...

Anne Marie Fargason

Anne Marie Fargason

Apr 16, 2025

Anne Marie Schneider Fargason passed away on April 16, 2025. Born in New Orleans on January 21, 1947, Anne Marie graduated from St. Joseph’s Academy in Baton Rouge and went on to earn her Bachelor of Arts degree from Louisiana State University in 1969. Following graduation, she moved to New Orleans—a city she loved—and began a career in hospitality, which...

Virgil J. Bercegeay "Peewee"

Virgil J. Bercegeay "Peewee"

Apr 15, 2025

Virgil Joseph Bercegeay, born February 4, 1928, in Gonzales, LA, passed away on April 15, 2025, at the age of 97.

Virgil is preceded in death by his first wife, Audrey LeBourgeois Bercegeay (Married on August 21, 1945), his second wife, Ruby Dozier Bercegeay (Married on July 5, 1997); his son and daughter-in-law, Ernie and Mona Bercegeay; and daughter-in-law, Cindy Bercegeay.

He...

Beverly "Joan" Brasher

Beverly "Joan" Brasher

Apr 15, 2025

Beverly “Joan” Brasher, 82, passed away peacefully on April 15, 2025. Born in Shreveport, Louisiana, on July 3, 1942, Joan lived a life filled with love, laughter, and a deep appreciation for the simple joys that brought people together.

A proud graduate of Louisiana State University, Joan had a sharp mind and a lifelong love of language. She especially enjoyed the...

Roselyn "Rosie" Borne

Roselyn "Rosie" Borne

Apr 13, 2025

Roselyn “Rosie” Borne, born on February 9, 1945 in New Orleans, LA, passed away at her home in Gonzales, LA on April 13, 2025, at the age of 80.

In true New Orleans fashion Rosie loved celebrating her culture by relishing in the beautiful art, music, and food that the city has to offer.

She is preceded in death by her husband,...

Mary Louise "Nookie, Knock Knock” Babin

Mary Louise "Nookie, Knock Knock” Babin

Apr 13, 2025

“I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith.”

Mary Louise "Nookie, Knock Knock” Babin, 81, passed away peacefully on April 13, 2025, in Springfield, Louisiana, at 3:43 p.m., after a long battle with liver cancer. She was born on October 15, 1943, in Livonia, Louisiana.

Mary graduated from Istrouma High School and later earned...

Polly H. Winter

Polly H. Winter

Apr 13, 2025

Polly Winter, age 78, of Baton Rouge, passed away peacefully on April 13th, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. Born in Alexandria, Louisiana on August 9th, 1946, Polly traveled the world during her childhood following her father’s Military service. As an adult, she prided herself on being a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother. She was known for her selfless actions...

Wallace J. Braud Jr.

Wallace J. Braud Jr.

Apr 11, 2025

Wallace J. Braud Jr., a native of Duplessis, LA and resident of Gonzales, LA, passed away in Baton Rouge, LA at the age of 80. Wallace was a proud veteran of the United States Air Force. He enjoyed spending time at his camp in Mississippi, cooking jambalaya, and running D-Bro Sno snowball stand with his wife. He was also a...

Tracy A Young

Tracy A Young

Apr 10, 2025

Tracy A. Young, born on January 11, 1967, in Rochester, New York, passed away on April 10, 2025, at Our Lady of the Lake Hospital in Baton Rouge. She will be profoundly missed by all who had the privilege to know her.

Tracy was a remarkable individual, defined by her enduring kindness and innate ability to connect with others. She never...

Jeremy Todd Smith

Jeremy Todd Smith

Apr 9, 2025

Jeremy Todd Smith, affectionately known to family and friends as “Todd,” passed away on April 9, 2025, at the age of 47. Todd was a resident of Denham Springs, Louisiana, and his departure has left a void that will be felt by all who knew him. Todd was preceded in death by his beloved parents, Doyle Eugene and Carol Joy...

Alfred J Bahm Jr.

Alfred J Bahm Jr.

Apr 8, 2025

Alfred J. Bahm Jr, a native of New Orleans, LA and resident of Gonzales passed away on April 8, 2025, at the age of 59. Alfred had a sweet spirit and was a joy to be around. He loved life and could make anyone around him laugh and smile. He enjoyed watching the Golden Girls, dancing, singing, and telling jokes....

Beverly Kay Morris

Beverly Kay Morris

Apr 8, 2025

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Beverly Kay Morris, aged 72, of Gonzales, Louisiana. While she embraced life in Louisiana, she will always remain a Texas lady at heart. Beverly joined the Lord on April 8, 2025, with her devoted husband, David, by her side.

Born on July 24, 1952, in Corpus Christi, Texas, Beverly dedicated...