OBITUARIES

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...

Gerald Wood, a lifelong resident of Welcome, Louisiana, passed away on March 6, 2023 at the age of 82 years. He was born December 11, 1940. He leaves behind to cherish his memory, his loving wife of 57 years, Barbara Waguespack Wood; daughters, Rebecca Theriot (Gregg), Tammy Matirne (Keith), Geralyn Stephens, and Carmen Denham. His grandchildren and great grandchildren were...

Donna Falke Knight, 86, of Baton Rouge slipped peacefully into the arms of our Lord on March 4, 2023, at home surrounded by family and friends. Donna met and married Velton Knight while they attended the University of Southern Mississippi and upon graduation in 1956 began their life’s journey of over 66 wonderful years together. During this time, they changed...

Philip Manuel, age 59, went home to be with the Lord on Saturday, March 4, 2023 at Ochsner Medical Center, Jefferson, LA.  A native of Kinder and lived in the Maringouin area for the past 27 years. He was the son of Thomas James Manuel and Dorothy Chapman.He was a Bridge Tender for Union Pacific Railroad for 30 years, a...

Patricia Ann Picou, born July 16, 1958, passed February 27, 2023.  Patty loved hanging out on her porch gardening, feeding the birds and spending time with her children, grandchildren and beloved dog Sadie.  Proceeded in death by her sisters Cindy Ann Marchand and Debbie Ledoux, brother T-Man Marchand, mother Violet Guitreau, grandparents Avery and Mae Cornett and Godson Richie Ledoux. ...

Robert V. Moreno, 86, entered into eternal rest on February 27, 2023. He was born March 28, 1936. Bob was native of Austin, Tx and lifelong resident of Baton Rouge, La. He was a devoted LSU fan! Geaux Tigers! Bob married his high school sweetheart, Abigail Rodriguez Moreno, in 1956. He joined the Army National Guard. He graduated from SMU....

Kevin James Villar, Sr. a loving father, brother, devoted son, and native of Lake, LA passed away at the age of 66 on February 26, 2023. He was a resident of Ascension Parish.He is survived by his daughter, Jennifer Villar DeWitt (Hayden), grandchildren: Gavin, Kullen, and Sarah. As well as his son Kevin “Boo” Villar, Jr., his brother John Keith...

Charlotte Lynn Weaver, a native of Independence and resident of Gonzales, passed away on Saturday, February 25, 2023 at the age of 60. Charlotte is survived by her daughter, Amanda Keating; grandchildren, Kaylee, Little Daryl, Alexis, Brennan, Brooklynn, Cameron, and Ellie; father, Lee Avants; sister, Sharon Johnston; brother, Harold Avants. She is preceded in death by her husband, Daryl Weaver...

Dalton “Beanie” Castille, a resident of Gonzales, suddenly passed away at Our Lady of the Lake Regional Medical Center on Sunday, February 26, 2023 at the age of 66. He was born on July 6, 1956 in Baton Rouge at Baton Rouge General Hospital.  Beanie attended East Ascension High School in Gonzales. After serving in the United States Air Force,...

James Wilton “JW” Lilly Sr passed away quietly at the age of 85 on February 27, 2023, at a hospice facility located in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. He was born on March 23, 1937, in Gonzales, Louisiana to Harvey Lilly from Liberty, Mississippi and Murtice Robbins Lilly from Pine Grove, Louisiana. After growing up on a farm and attending Baker High...

Katheryn “Kat” Hines Henry, born in Gonzales on June 21, 1949 and passed away on Saturday, February 25, 2023.  Kat was a loving person, who was dedicated to caring for her son, Troy Michael Henry.  She enjoyed playing board games, watching movies, crafting, painting, and making jewelry.  She was a collector of snow globes and SpongeBob.  Kat is survived by...

On Thursday morning, February 23, 2023, Randall Charles Hoyt left this world and his tired, sick body behind and went to his eternal home in Heaven. He was 66 years old. Randy was born on March 6, 1956, in Baton Rouge Louisiana to Homer Charles Hoyt, Jr and Eva Lucille Stewart Hoyt. He graduated from Denham Springs High School and...

A graveside service celebrating the life of Wanda W. Ferris will be held at 1:00 pm on Tuesday February 28, 2023, at Providence Memorial Park Cemetery Winnsboro, under the direction of Church Funeral Services of Baton Rouge.Mrs. Ferris was born on April 5, 1935, in Williams, Oklahoma and departed from this life on Thursday February 23, 2023, at her home...

A beloved mother, grandmother, sister, aunt and friend, Judith Fern Cutrer, born August 20, 1942, in Hattiesburg, MS, passed away Thursday, February 23, 2023 in Baton Rouge, LA at the age of 80.  Judith retired from the East Feliciana Parish School Board in 1998 after 25 years of service as Secretary and Bookkeeper.  Judith was a member of St. John...

Bev, as she was affectionately called by friends and family, peacefully passed away surrounded by those who loved her on February 23, 2023.  Born in Breaux Bridge, Louisiana on July 23, 1925, she had a special zest for life and lived it to the fullest. There wasn’t anything she didn’t think she could do, even at the young age of...

Jimmie Lucien Veazey, 69 passed away February 16, 2023 at 3:20am at the Carpenters House in Baton Rouge with his loving wife right by his side.Jimmie was born January 14, 1954 to Jimmie and Paula Veazey of Acy Louisiana. In 1973 he joined the United States Navy where he proudly served as a jet mechanic for 10 years and then...