OBITUARIES
Wayne (Butch) Albert Elliott
Sep 9, 2026
Born January 29,1943 in Memphis, TN left this world for eternal life on September 9, 2026 in Gonzales, LA
Brother Wayne served our country for three years as a paratrooper in the United States Army. After his time in the service he learned the trade of welding, was the owner of a cleaning business, then in 1975 God called him to...
Harold William "Billy" Mayeux
Sep 9, 2026
Harold “Billy” Mayeux, a resident of Port Allen, LA, passed away on September 9, 2026, at the age of 75.
Billy is survived by his son, Andrew Mayeux; daughter-in-law, Mandy Mayeux; granddaughters, Natalie Releford and Sarah Mayeux; grandson, Seth Mayeux; great-granddaughters, Thea Releford and Aria Releford; brother Ray Mayeux.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Clarence and Rose Mayeux; brother,...
John "Glen" Tyler
Sep 8, 2026
John “Glen” Tyler, born on July 18, 1949, passed away in his daughter’s home on Wednesday, September 8th, 2026. He was 77 years old. Visitation will be held at Revival Temple in Walker, La. on Monday, September 14th, 2026, from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm, with services starting at 12:00pm.
Glen was an amazing husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend...
Jeffery Paul Richardson
Sep 8, 2026
Jeffery Paul Richardson, a resident of Zachary, LA, passed away on September 8, 2026, at the age of 65.
He is survived by his son, Jason Paul Richardson; granddaughter April Elizabeth Richardson; mother, Shirley Richardson; and brothers, John and Joseph Richardson.
Preceded in death by his father, Jerome P. Richardson.
Michael D. Gaulden
Sep 8, 2026
Michael D. Gaulden, 60, of Baton Rouge passed away peacefully on September 8, 2026 surrounded by his loved ones.
Born on December 8, 1965 in Winnsboro, Louisiana. Mike was the son of the late Mackie Gaulden, Vera Holaway and step father George Holaway. He attended Baker High School and went on to become an Operator for Enterprise Products. Throughout his life,...
Francis Earl Binning
Sep 6, 2026
Francis Earl Binning, age 69, of Baton Rouge, LA, passed away peacefully at Our Lady of the Lake Regional Medical Center’s Medical Intensive Care Unit, surrounded by family, on September 6, 2026.
Born in Baton Rouge, LA, Francis proudly served as a Cannon Crew Chief in the United States Army from 1975 to 1978. He was honorably discharged after sustaining injuries...
Ruth Ash
Sep 6, 2026
Ruth Ash, 89, of Denham Springs, Louisiana, entered the loving arms of Jesus on September 6th, 2026. She was known for her bubbly personality, her expert cooking, and the warm compassion she showed to her family, friends, and the world around her.
Ruth was born on November 24th, 1936, to parents Perkins H. and Mearle Kennard Atkinson. She was born, grew...
Janet Lynn Fenner Grace
Sep 4, 2026
Janet Lynn Fenner Grace — a devoted wife, mother, and cherished friend, passed away on September 4, 2026. Janet was born on June 22, 1957, in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Her family later settled in Shreveport, where she spent many summers in Oil City with her grandparents. She went on to attend LSU, where she met her future husband, Bob Grace....
James Hubert Chapman, Jr.
Aug 31, 2026
James “Jim / J.H.” Hubert Chapman, Jr., born October 10, 1935, was a Georgia boy who became a beloved part of the Baton Rouge community. Better known as J.H. in Calhoun, he was a proud Air Force veteran, devoted husband, amazing father and Papa, and a friend to everyone he met.
He set the standard high—and he never, ever met a...
William "Bill" Byron Whitley
Aug 31, 2026
William "Bill" Byron Whitley passed away on August 31, 2026, at the age of 71. He was born on October 31, 1954.
Bill was a graduate of LSU. He worked at Bayou Steel in LaPlace, Louisiana, and at the Cargill Grain Elevator in Reserve, Louisiana. He also found great joy in time spent with his family, especially his grandchildren, who were...
Malcolm Bernard Moreau
Aug 29, 2026
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Malcolm Bernard Moreau, who entered his eternal rest on August 29th at the age of 91.
Born August 11, 1935 in Alexandria, Louisiana. He spent his childhood in Pineville before moving with his family to Bay St. Louis, Mississippi. After graduating from Bay High School, he enlisted in the United...
Bryan Jeffrey Smith
Aug 29, 2026
Bryan Jeffrey Smith, born February 28, 1967, in Jacksonville, Florida, passed away on August 29, 2026, in Baton Rouge, LA.
Bryan moved through life with a bold and unmistakable spirit. A car dealership owner by trade, he built his life around hard work and a deep connection to the world of automobiles. He loved flipping cars, a passion that reflected...
Pamela Susan Cappel
Aug 29, 2026
Pamela Susan Cappel, 71, of Hammond, Louisiana, passed away peacefully at her home on August 29, 2026, after a courageous battle with cancer. While her family grieves her loss, they celebrate a life filled with love, creativity, kindness, and countless cherished memories.
Born on November 16, 1954, in New Orleans, Louisiana, Pam had a remarkable gift for making people feel loved...
Gloria Louise "Red" Sanders
Aug 28, 2026
Gloria Louise Sanders, 74, passed away on August 28, 2026. She was born on August 2, 1952.
Gloria will be remembered as a strong-willed woman with a fiery spirit and a love for life. She was always ready for an adventure, and she had a way of making any gathering a blast. Her sense of humor stayed with her always, and...
Frank Henry Newchurch, Sr.
Aug 28, 2026
Frank H. Newchurch, Sr, a native of Paincourtville, LA and resident of Labadieville, LA, died on Friday, August 28, 2026, at the age of 103.
Visitation will be held on Wednesday, September 2, 2026, from 9:30AM to 11AM. A Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated at 11AM at St. Philomena Catholic Church in Labadieville with burial following in the Church...
Lois Lanell Mooney
Aug 27, 2026
LANELL MOONEY WAS BORN IN GULFPORT, MISSISSIPPI TO DELMA, AND FORREST SMITH.
LANELL WAS A COSMETOLOGIST AND TAUGHT AFTER GRADUATING SCHOOL IN GULFPORT. LANELL MOVED TO ST. FRANCISVILLE IN AUGUST OF 1978 AND CONTINUED HER CAREER AT 3-CORNERS WORKING WITH JEFF SOULIER FOR SEVERAL YEARS.
SHE ALSO WORKED AT SHEAR COUNTRY WITH NONNIE NETTERVILLE AND WITH CHRYSTAL DELEE. SHE LOVED HER JOB...
Vernon James Babin
Aug 26, 2026
Vernon James Babin, aged 61, passed away peacefully on August 26, 2026. He was a lifelong resident of Gonzales, Louisiana. Vernon was a deeply kind and good man who centered his life around his love for his family and friends. Known for his warm spirit and generous heart, he found great joy in the simple pleasures of life. He was...
Debbie Ann Landry
Aug 26, 2026
Debbie Ann Landry passed away August 26th, 2026, at Our Lady of the Lake Hospital after a lengthy illness. She was 58.
She was a native and resident of Baton Rouge. As she entered middle school, her family moved to Prairieville, where she attended and became a 1985 graduate of East Ascension High School. While establishing her musical career, she attended...
Melba Joea McKenzie Howell
Aug 26, 2026
Melba Joea McKenzie Howell, 79, of French Settlement, Louisiana, passed away on August 26, 2026. She was born on January 18, 1947, in Mobile, Alabama, and grew up in Baton Rouge, Louisiana.
Melba was animated, joyful, funny, and feisty, with a personality that was impossible to hide — quite literally. Her smile and contagious laugh could light up a...
William H. "Bill" Muller, Jr.
Aug 26, 2026
William H “Bill” Muller, Jr, left this earth on August 26, 2026. He was preceded in his journey by his wife of 55 years, Sue. Also awaiting his arrival was his Grandson, his parents, sister and brother, and many other beloved family members who rejoiced upon seeing him.
Bill is survived by his son, William”Billy”Muller, III (Mandy) and daughter, Susan Muller...
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