OBITUARIES
Larry Joseph Ortego
Aug 20, 2025
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated for Larry J. Ortego on Saturday August 30, 2025, at Our Lady of Mount Carmel Catholic Church, visitation will begin at 9:00 am until time of Mass at 11:00 am.
Mr. Ortego was born on April 4, 1948, in Lake Charles, LA and rested from this life on Wednesday August 20, 2025, at...
Lawrence Joseph Labatut Jr.
Aug 20, 2025
Lawrence Joseph Labatut, Jr. born in Brooks, LA on May 30, 1940, passed away in Gonzales, LA on August 20, 2025, at the age of 85. He was a Navy veteran, who proudly served his country.
Visitation will be held at Our Lady of the Holy Rosary Catholic Church on Tuesday, August 26, 2025, from 9am until Mass of Christian Burial...
Donald James LeBlanc
Aug 20, 2025
Donald James LeBlanc, 62, a native of Donaldsonville and resident of Prairieville, La. passed away on Wednesday, Aug. 20, 2025.Donald was a devoted husband, father, brother, uncle and friend. One of his greatest joys besides his family was sharing the Gospel of Jesus with all who would listen. His faith and love for Jesus carried him through life and into...
Patricia Ann Starkey
Aug 19, 2025
Patricia Ann Starkey, affectionately known as TrishAnn, was a vibrant spirit who graced the world with her presence from December 2, 1961, until August 19, 2025. Born in Hammond, Louisiana, Patricia was a beloved member of her community and is remembered for her diverse career, primarily as a painter in shipyards and plants, though she often remarked that she had...
Danny "Dan" Wells
Aug 19, 2025
Danny “Dan” Wells, lovingly known to many as Slydawg, Papa, and Pop Pop, passed away peacefully on August 19, 2025, in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, at the age of 70. Though his time here feels far too short, Dan’s life was a rich story of devotion — to his family, his work, his country, and his beloved Georgia Bulldogs.
Born on August...
Conrad Messer
Aug 18, 2025
Conrad Messer, 65, of Centreville, Mississippi was called home to be with the Lord on August 18, 2025.
Conrad loved the Lord with all his heart and was a faithful member of First United Pentecostal Church of Denham Springs for many years. More recently, after moving, he and his wife began attending Bethel Tabernacle in Greensburg, where they continued to worship...
Sharie Lee Miller
Aug 18, 2025
Sharie Lee Miller, a native of Shreveport and resident of Baton Rouge, died at her home peacefully at the age of 87 on Monday, August 18, 2025.
A private memorial service to celebrate her life will be held at a later date.
The Reverend James “Jim” Gordon Benbrook
Aug 17, 2025
The Reverend James “Jim” Gordon Benbrook was born on August 20, 1948, in Heber Springs, AR, and entered eternal rest peacefully at his home in Bernice, LA.
Jim was a husband, father, brother, Veteran, priest, and friend. He proudly served his country with the U.S. Army in the 101st Airborne Division during the Vietnam War. While serving, he specialized as an...
Ellis Rodney Lawless (Rodney)
Aug 17, 2025
Ellis Rodney Lawless (Rodney), born on December 11, 1949 in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, passed away on August 17, 2025 at home surrounded by his family. Rodney loved fishing, western movies and bird watching. He is preceded in death by his parents, Ellis Lawless and Mary Smith; and his brother, Pat Lawless. He is survived by his wife of 53 years,...
Deanna Jane Huber
Aug 16, 2025
Deanna Jane Huber, an unconditional loving wife, mom, and mawmaw was a resident of Gonzales, LA and native of Moline, Illinois, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on Saturday, August 16, 2025. She retired from the State of Louisiana – Office of Risk Management and was also a Notary Public. She is survived by her loving husband of over...
Hubert Dwain "Red" Eubanks
Aug 16, 2025
Hubert Dwain “Red” Eubanks, age 82, passed away peacefully on August 16, 2025, in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Born on November 25, 1942, in Lucedale, Mississippi. Red moved to South Louisiana in 1972 where he lived a full and vibrant life marked by hard work, deep family ties, and an unwavering love for people.
Red was a man of many talents and...
Lloyd Ray Ingram
Aug 15, 2025
Lloyd Ingram, age 82, of St. Francisville, LA, passed away the 15th of August.
Son of Ralph and Idalee Webb Ingram of McLeansboro, IL. Lloyd was preceded in death by his parents.
Survivors are his wife, Ruby; daughter, Cindy; and son, Jeff of St. Francisville, LA. Brother to Bill (Callie) and Kenny (Sharon) of McLeansboro, IL; and numerous nieces and nephews.
His hobby...
Gariel "Bud" King
Aug 14, 2025
Gariel “Bud” King, age 85, passed away peacefully on August 14, 2025. A proud patriot, devoted family man, car enthusiast, and tireless public servant, Bud lived a full life rooted in love, laughter, service, and craftsmanship. Bud was a New Orleans Native and became a resident of St. Amant later in life.
Bud served in the United States Army and spent...
Jerry Leon Fenley Sr.
Aug 14, 2025
Jerry Leon Fenley, Sr. passed away at his home on Thursday, August 14, 2025, at the age of 87. A native of Thomaston, GA, and a longtime resident of Gonzales, LA, Jerry lived a life defined by quiet strength, hard work, and devotion to those he loved.
He is survived by his loving wife of 60 years, Juanita Martin Fenley; children,...
Betty Watson
Aug 11, 2025
Betty Watson, "Mama Betty", was born April 8,1929 in Osceola, Arkansas and passed away August 11,2025 in Ethel, Louisiana. Betty spent her life as a Mother, Grandmother and housewife. She moved to Ethel after she was widowed but lived in Baton Rouge, False River and Port Allen. She spent many years helping with grandchildren and great grandchildren in younger days....
Vivian Daves
Aug 11, 2025
Vivian Daves, a resident of Tensas Parish, passed away on August 11, 2025, at the age of 80. She was a retired pilot and instructor. Vivian’s hobbies included decorating, gardening, and rescuing stray animals in need. She loved spending time with her family and pets.
Vivian is survived by her loving daughter Tami Baca (husband Armando); grandchildren, Shea White (husband Gary)...
Theodore Albert Bueto
Aug 10, 2025
Theodore "Theo" Albert Bueto passed away on August 10, 2025. He was 86 years old. Theo was born in Baton Rouge, Louisiana on September 10, 1938. He was the second of five sons born to Oscar and Ollie Mae Bueto. He graduated from Istrouma High School in 1957.
Theo is survived by his daughter, Jo Mehl; grandchildren Nichole Page, Jennifer (Jeremy) Watson,...
Brenda Elaine Lee Davis
Aug 10, 2025
For to me, to live is Christ, and to die is gain.” – Philippians 1:21
“Who can find a virtuous woman? for her price is far above rubies.” – Proverbs 31:10 “Favour is deceitful, and beauty is vain: but a woman that feareth the Lord, she shall be praised.” – Proverbs 31:30
Brenda Elaine Lee Davis, 75, of Walker, Louisiana, entered her...
John Allen Denstorff
Aug 10, 2025
Geismar, LA - A great day for John Allen Denstorff included a boat ride, fishing, hunting, time at the beach or on his houseboat, and a crawfish boil with family and friends. While he's seen his last day at his hunting camp, his friends and loved ones can hang on to memories made with John over his 68 years of...
Patti Michelle Jones Wallace
Aug 9, 2025
With profound love and eternal gratitude, we announce the passing of Patti Michelle Jones Wallace, who departed peacefully on August 9th, 2025 at 65 years of age. She was a woman of unwavering principles, intellectual curiosity, and boundless grace. She illuminated every life she touched.
Patti was born at Charity Hospital in New Orleans to Purity & Lottie Jones. Coming of...
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