OBITUARIES

Jun 23, 2026

A ceremony celebrating the life of Michael Allen Davis will be held on Saturday June 27, 2026, at Cross Truth Ministries, 17457 Wes McLin Road, Livingston, LA 70754. Visitation will begin at 10:00 am until time of the service at 12 noon.

Michael was born in Bogalusa, on July 3, 1956, and rested from this life on Tuesday June 23, 2026,...

Jun 20, 2026

  Kevin Joseph LaBauve, “Kev”, was born November 1, 1965, to Kerry and Barbara King LaBauve, and passed away on June 20, 2026, surrounded by his family. Kev was a native of Gretna/Alexandria and resident of Prairieville.

  He was a devoted husband, son, daddy, and “Paran” to all. He loved spending time with his family, watching LSU football and baseball,...

Jun 20, 2026

Curtis Nickens, a resident of Walker, Louisiana, passed away at the age of 49 on June 20, 2026. He was born in Baton Rouge, Louisiana on January 2nd,1977. He was known for his sense of humor and a knack for making people laugh and smile as he was always ready with a joke. Curtis loved his family and friends dearly.

He...

Jun 19, 2026

On Friday, June 19, 2026, Frank Thomas “Tom” Pollock passed away surrounded by family members and friends at The Crossing at Clarity Hospice in Baton Rouge, Louisiana.

Tom was a man dedicated to his family, faith, and friends who possessed many talents and gifts that he readily shared with others. One of his favorite sayings was, “If laughter were the key,...

Jun 16, 2026

David Michael Landry, the kindest man with the sweetest laugh, gentle and humble, who loved his Lord and his family with his entire being, went to be with his Lord on Tuesday morning, June 16, 2026. He passed away peacefully at his residence with his wife, Vivian, and his daughter, Heather, by his side. David was 80 years old.

David married...

Jun 16, 2026

It is with heavy hearts and profound sadness that we announce the passing of Rachel Louise Hester, a cherished wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend, who departed this world on June 16, 2026, enveloped by the love of her family at Clarity Hospice in Baton Rouge, LA. Born on May 25, 1958, in Delano, CA, Rachel lived a life full...

Jun 16, 2026

Bruce J. Simon was born on February 26, 1949, in Lutcher, Louisiana. He passed away on June 16, 2026, in Gonzales, Louisiana. Bruce was known as a good friend, a loving father, and a wonderful husband. He enjoyed many simple pleasures in life, such as fishing and hunting. He also loved riding his golf cart around with his neighbors and...

Jun 15, 2026

Ronald “Ronnie” Wayne Shaffer passed away the evening of June 15, 2026. He was 81 and a native of Greenwell Springs, LA. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather. He was a strong Christian and loved his family, his animals, and his vegetable gardens.

Ronnie is survived by his son Jason Wayne Shaffer and his wife Amanda of Walker,...

Jun 15, 2026

“I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith. Now there is in store for me the crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous Judge, will award to me on that day—and not only to me, but also to all who have longed for his appearing.” 2 Timothy 4:7-8 

Anthony (Tony) Wayne Wilkinson,...

Jun 15, 2026

A ceremony celebrating the life of Ina Bell Lynchard will be held on Thursday June 18, 2026, at Shady Bower Pentecostal Church visitation will begin at 10:00 am until time of service at 12 noon. Interment will follow at the church cemetery.

Mrs. Lynchard was born in Mayersville, MS on February 16, 1940, and rested from this life on Monday June...

Jun 14, 2026

Deborah Elizabeth DeBruyn, aged 76, on Sunday morning, June 14 at The Crossing on Bluebonnet. Survived by her beloved spouse and partner of 49 years, Kathleen (Kathy) Ann Naquin, Deborah was born on November 16, 1949 in Mobile and raised in New Orleans. In 1977, she moved to Baton Rouge. Deborah was a consummate homemaker. She loved books, the news,...

Jun 14, 2026

Sharon “Becky” Baron Doucet, age 77, of Baton Rouge, Louisiana, passed away June 14, 2026, leaving behind a lifetime of love, precious memories, and a family who adored her deeply.

Becky was the kind of woman whose presence brought strength, yet comfort and whose love made any place feel like home. In her best years, a powerhouse and a force that...

Jun 13, 2026

   Debbie Lobell, 67 of Prairieville, beloved wife, mother, sister and friend was called home June 13th, 2026, surrounded by her loving family. It is with great sadness that her family announces her passing after a long battle with cancer.

    Born November 1, 1958, in New Orleans, she was the child of Geraldine and Percy Morris and a lifelong resident...

Jun 13, 2026

Barry Edward Waguespack, a distinguished tax attorney whose career and warmth touched the lives of countless friends, colleagues, and family members, passed away on June 13, 2026. Born June 5, 1947, in New Iberia, Louisiana, to Stanislaus "Stan" Waguespack Jr. and Irma Hickson Waguespack, Barry was the youngest of their three sons and the last of the children to grow...

Jun 12, 2026

Jun 12, 2026

Mary Marie Abadie Eiskina, age 73, of Bridge City, Louisiana, passed away on June 12, 2026, in Kenner, Louisiana. She was born on August 2, 1952, in New Orleans, Louisiana, to Eula Mae Boudreaux and Raymond Eiskina, Sr.

A strong, motivated woman with a backbone, Mary lived most of her life in Bridge City. She was divorced from but remained great...

Jun 11, 2026

Patricia Rayburn Comeaux, a native of Winnsboro, LA and a resident of Baton Rouge, passed away on June 11, 2026 at the age of 85. Patricia was a member of the Baton Rouge Daylily Society. 

Survived by sons Mark Comeaux (Lisa),Scott Comeaux, grandson Jarred Comeaux , sister Sue Walters, brother Elbert Rayborn (Lottie), sister in law Jane Rayborn. Niece Vicki Newsom...

Jun 11, 2026

It is with heavy hearts and profound gratitude for a life well lived that we announce the peaceful passing of Angie Boeta Maranto Dugas on June 11, 2026. Angie departed this world as gracefully as she lived her life, surrounded by love and under the compassionate care of Pinnacle Hospice at Our Lady of the Lake Regional Medical Center.

Born on...

Jun 10, 2026

Carl Giles passed away peacefully at his home on June 10, 2026 at the age of 86. He was born in Lecompte, LA. As a young man, he spent 3 years in Alaska while in the army. Then he traveled to many parts of the world working for an oil exploration company. After settling in Hammond, he was an electronics...

Jun 10, 2026

Phyllis Norwood Crim was born on November 14, 1946, in Lake Charles, LA. She was happily married to James “Jim” Crim for over 38 years and they resided in Prairieville, LA.

At an early age, Phyllis was an accomplished ballet, tap and jazz dancer taking and teaching dance for many years. She graduated from LaGrange High School in Lake Charles, LA...