OBITUARIES
Barbara Nell Simmons Matthews
Aug 13, 2026
Barbara Nell Simmons Matthews, a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and faithful servant of the Lord, passed away peacefully on August 13, 2026. Born on April 15, 1944, in Claxton, Georgia, to Irvin John Simmons and Ruth Elizabeth Medlin, Barbara learned the value of hard work, dedication, and perseverance at an early age while working on the family farm.
On September 3,...
Margaret Roberts
Aug 12, 2026
Margaret Roberts, a loving wife and devoted Catholic, passed away on August 12, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family.
Margaret shared 64 wonderful years of marriage with her beloved husband, Jerry, the love of her life. Together, they built a lifetime of beautiful memories. They shared a love for the outdoors and especially enjoyed fishing and hunting together. They...
Kenneth Dale Stokes
Aug 11, 2026
Kenneth Stokes, born November 13, 1957, in Albany, Georgia, was a selfless, hardworking man whose greatest joy and priority was his family. He was known for his generous heart and willingness to do anything for people he loved, always putting others first and making sacrifices without hesitation.
From an early age, Kenneth was a hard worker and carried that...
Nolan "Coach" Gill Jr.
Aug 11, 2026
Nolan Gill, Jr. was born on December 26, 1951 and gained his angel wings on August 11, 2026 after a lengthy illness with Alzheimer’s. Nolan known to most as simply “Coach” was deeply loved by his players. As deeply as he loved his teams, his greatest joy was his family. The same dedication, patience and fierce loyalty he brought to...
Joseph Lee Coslan Sr
Aug 10, 2026
Joseph Lee Coslan Sr., a resident of Tickfaw, went to his heavenly home on Monday August 10, 2026, at the age of 76 years. Joseph was a skilled electrician and loved his business Coslan Electric. He enjoyed cooking, spending time with friends and family and making people feel like family.
Joseph leaves behind his wife, Gloria Coslan of 56 years, son...
Johnnie Faye Straight
Aug 10, 2026
Johnnie Faye Straight, born on November 16, 1946, in Oak Grove, Louisiana, passed away peacefully at her home in Gonzales, Louisiana, on August 10, 2026, surrounded by her loving family.
Johnnie’s life was one of enduring strength, devotion, and love. Growing up in Oak Grove, she cherished the closeness of her family and carried those values throughout her life. Her warmth...
Julie White
Aug 10, 2026
Julie White passed away surrounded by love, leaving behind a life filled with laughter, friendship, and family.
Julie was warm and kind, fiercely independent, and always had a little fire in her. With her quick wit and wonderful sense of humor, she enjoyed saying the unexpected and catching people off guard.
Generous and deeply loyal, Julie showed up for the people she...
Inez Yvonne Ohnesorge
Aug 9, 2026
A private service will be held at a later date for Inez Ohnesoge, 87, who passed way on August 9th, 2026 at her home in Denham Springs, LA. Survivors include one daughter, two brothers, three grand-daughters, one grandson, five great-grandkids and one son-in-law.
She was preceded in death by her parents, three sisters, and three brothers, one daughter, two grandsons and one...
Elton "Pap" LeBeau
Aug 8, 2026
With grateful hearts and unwavering faith in God's promises, Elton (Pap) LeBeau Sr. peacefully entered into the presence of his Lord and Savior on August 8, 2026. Pap was born on May 11, 1933, to Elphege and Adley LeBeau of Brignac, Louisiana. He was the youngest of six children and was preceded in death by his wife, Lynois Sheets...
Jeffrey Stewart Warren
Aug 8, 2026
Jeffrey Stewart Warren died on August 8,2026 in Baton Rouge, Louisiana after battling ALS. Jeff was born in Waukesha, Wisconsin but was a longtime resident of Baton Rouge and an avid fan of golf and LSU sports.
Jeff was preceded in death by his parents, Stewart Milton Warren and Nancy Ceman Warren. He is survived by his longtime girlfriend Leigh Couvillon,...
Elizabeth Ann "Lou" Staples
Aug 7, 2026
Elizabeth Ann Staples ‘Lou’ passed away peacefully on August 7, 2026. She was born in Baton Rouge, LA on February 2, 1946.
A devoted mother and grandmother who loved animals, gardening, reading, and all things food. She will be remembered for her feisty spirit and unusual sense of humor. She was a graduate of St. Joseph’s Academy and attended LSU.
Preceded in...
Ralph Steven Chabaud
Aug 6, 2026
Ralph Steven Chabaud, 76, of Baton Rouge, LA died August 6th, 2026, in Baton Rouge from complications related to Myasthenia Gravis.
He was born on February 13, 1950 to Marion “Max” Chabaud and Joyce Angelette in New Orleans, LA, and went to St. Aloysius High School, class of 1968.
A lifelong musician, Ralph was a talented drummer, marching for the LSU Tiger...
Irisbelia "Nana" Lopez Boriel
Aug 5, 2026
Irisbelia “Nana” Lopez Boriel, born June 11, 1940, in Vieques, Puerto Rico, was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, aunt, and friend whose life was marked by love, warmth, and devotion to family.
Raised in St. Croix, U.S. Virgin Islands, Nana carried with her the beauty, strength, and spirit of the islands throughout her life. She began her married life there...
Meagan Paige Thomas
Aug 5, 2026
Meagan Paige Thomas, age 34, of Livingston Parish, Louisiana, passed away on Wednesday, August 5, 2026. She was born on January 18, 1992 in Baton Rouge to Ronald C. Jr. and Tonya Thomas.
Meagan will be remembered for her love of cats, doom metal, concerts, horror movies, tattoos, spending time with her friends, and all things goth related. She was known...
John "Lonnie" Granger, III
Aug 3, 2026
John E. Granger, III, a resident of Albany, Louisiana died Monday, August 3, 2026 at the age of 50. He was the beloved father of Hayleigh Granger, loving brother of Shelly Lawson, and son-in-law of Linda Morris.
Funeral services are being planned. Please check back as this obituary will be updated with dates, times and location.
Jimmy Joseph Galtier Sr.
Aug 3, 2026
Jimmy Joseph Galtier, Sr., age 83, passed away on August 3, 2026, in Denham Springs, Louisiana. Born on May 14, 1943, in Lafayette, Louisiana.
Jimmy pursued his education at trade school, where he developed the skills that led to a successful career as a plumber and pipe fitter. His commitment to his work was evident throughout his life. Even after retiring...
Edwin Earl Graves Sr.
Aug 3, 2026
Edwin Earl Graves, Sr. age 86, passed away on August 3rd, 2026. He was born on December 23, 1939, in Prentiss, Mississippi to Walter Leslie Graves and Eula Byrne Graves. Edwin was affectionately nicknamed "Shot" by his father and has been known as Shot for most of his life.
Edwin proudly served his country in the United States Navy aboard the...
Richard Anthony Ledet
Aug 2, 2026
Richard Anthony Ledet, lovingly known as "Papa," age 76, passed away peacefully at his home on August 2, 2026, after a brief but courageous battle with cancer. Richard cherished life's simple pleasures: spending time on the river, gathering with family, and enjoying a good baseball game. Above all, he was devoted to the people he loved.
He was a deeply loving...
Jean Marie Weidner
Aug 2, 2026
With her family at her bedside, Jean Marie Weidner gently passed away on August 2, 2026. Jean was born in Byrnedale, Pennsylvania to Charles Peterson and Ella Mae Peterson (nee Keough). She spent most of her childhood in Coolspring, Pennsylvania and graduated from Punxsutawney High School in 1946. She married William (Bill) Weidner on August 14, 1947. They were married...
Patrick Michael "Mike" O'Deay
Jul 31, 2026
Gonzales, LA - It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Patrick Michael “Mike” O’Deay, who departed this life peacefully on July 31, 2026, at the age of 87. Mike was born on October 14, 1938, in Baton Rouge, Louisiana to Patrick Franklin O’Deay and Lettitia Louise Phelps O'Deay.
Mike was a dedicated husband to Mildred “Millie” O’Deay,...
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