OBITUARIES
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,...
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...
Melissa Ann Smith
Aug 8, 2025
Funeral service celebrating the life of Melissa Ann Smith of Monroe, LA. will be held at 10:00 AM, Wednesday, August 13, 2025 at Fair Park Baptist Church, West Monroe.
Family will receive friends for visitation 9:00 AM until time of service at the church, Interment will follow at Hasley Cemetery, West Monroe.
Melissa passed away on August 8, 2025, after a courageous...
Nelda Faye Jones
Aug 7, 2025
Nelda Faye "Nell" Jones, aged 84, of Walker, Louisiana, passed away peacefully on August 7, 2025. Born on January 8,1941, in the quaint town of Frost, Louisiana, Nell carried the warmth and grace of her era throughout her life.
Nell was a woman of Christian faith, which guided her through the many seasons of her life. Her spirit was a beacon...
Joseph Oliver "Joe" Major, Jr.
Aug 7, 2025
Joseph Oliver “Joe” Major, Jr., a native of New Roads, LA, and a longtime resident of Fordoche, LA, passed away peacefully at his home on Thursday, August 7, 2025, at the age of 80. Joe had a long career as a nationally acclaimed chef and restaurant owner, most notably as the founder of Joe’s “Dreyfus Store” Restaurant in Livonia, LA,...
Calvin Jeffery Lockhart
Aug 6, 2025
Calvin Jeffery “Jeff” Lockhart, a native of Baton Rouge, Louisiana and a resident of Denham Springs died Wednesday, August 6, 2025 at the age of 67. He was the beloved son of the late Ella Kent and Jack Allen Lockhart. He is survived by his sister, Alison Bonnette; niece and nephew, Tiffany Blouin (Blaine) and Justin Miller; great nieces and...
Dorothy Hood Wax
Aug 6, 2025
Dorothy Hood Wax, affectionately known as "Granny" to her grandchildren, passed away on Wednesday, August 6, 2025, at Flannery Oaks Guest House. Born on March 30, 1939, in Denham Springs to Garney and Violet Hood. She was 86 years old.
She is survived by her daughter and son-in-law, Jerry and Darryl Mack. She is also survived by her grandson, Michael B....
Linda Felps Melancon
Aug 5, 2025
Linda Felps Melancon, born in New Orleans, LA and resident of Livingston, LA passed away peacefully on August 5, 2025, at the age of 74. She was a long-time member of Veterans of Foreign Wars Auxiliary as well as French Settlement Historical Society. Linda enjoyed watching monster movies, cooking and HGTV. She is survived by her husband, Kerry Melancon; daughter,...
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