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Mitch Mitch Wayne Jackson 	Mitch Mitch Wayne Jackson

Mr. Mitchell Jackson

1958 - 2026

Mr. Mitchell Wayne Jackson entered into eternal rest on Saturday, April 4, 2026, in Baker, Louisiana. Known as "Mitch," he was one of a kind, outspoken, generous, and full of life. He loved deeply, laughed loudly, and made every room brighter simply by being in it. A devoted Dallas Cowboys fan, a proud cowboy boot...


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NaNu NaNu Alfred Stewart 	NaNu NaNu Alfred Stewart

Edmond Stewart Jr.

1949 - 2026

Edmond Alfred Stewart Jr. (NaNu), transitioned peacefully from his earthly home on March 27, 2026 at the age of 77. A 40 year ExxonMobil retiree and a current employee of CATS. Alfred is survived by his loving wife of 54 years, Mary A. Stewart. 4 Children; Celeste S. Smith, Edmond III (Enesa), Brandon and Christon...


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John Fournier 	John Fournier

John Fournier Jr.

1951 - 2026

John Fournier, Jr. passed away peacefully, surrounded by his immediate family, on Sunday, April 5, 2026, in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, after a strong battle with acute myeloid leukemia (AML).
John was born on August 1, 1951, in New Orleans, Louisiana, and he carried the spirit of the city with him wherever he went. He...


Robert Earl Morgan 	Robert Earl Morgan

Robert Morgan

1955 - 2026

Robert Earl Morgan departed this life peacefully, surrounded by his loved ones on Friday, March 27, 2026 in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. He is survived by his wife Beverly and three children, Christopher, Jennifer, and Apollo, Sr. and four grandchildren.
Viewing will be 9-10am Tuesday, April 7, 2026 at Antioch Full...


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Woody Woody Banker 	Woody Woody Banker

Raymond Banker Sr.

1943 - 2026

Raymond "Woody" Banker, Sr., a native of Baton Rouge, LA and a resident of Prairieville, LA, passed away at his home on Wednesday, April 1, 2026, at the age of 83.
He worked in construction, where he was owner and manager of Graphite Repairs. He enjoyed hunting and fishing with his family and most importantly his...


Nancy Estelle (Skidmore) Virga 	Nancy Estelle (Skidmore) Virga

Nancy Virga

1934 - 2026

Nancy Estelle (Skidmore) Virga, a resident of Baton Rouge, passed away peacefully in her home on Thursday, April 02, 2026, at the age of 91. She was born in Winchester, Tennessee on October 18, 1934, to Ben and Hilda Skidmore. Nancy was a loving wife, mother, and grandmother who dedicated her life to her family....


William Bill Greene Lawrence 	William Bill Greene Lawrence

William "Bill" Lawrence

1941 - 2026

William Greene Lawrence passed away on Thursday, April 2, 2026, at the age of 84. He was born on November 26, 1941, in Francisco, North Carolina to Welbern Lawrence and Emily Ayers Lawrence. He was a graduate of Francisco High School. Bill proudly served our country in the United States Navy, where he was a Seabee,...


Sarah Ruth Douglas 	Sarah Ruth Douglas

Sarah Douglas

1937 - 2026

Baton Rouge, Louisiana - It is with profound sorrow that we announce the passing of Sarah Ruth Johnson Welch Douglas, who departed this earthly life on the 23rd of March, in the year of our Lord 2026, at the distinguished age of 88. A public viewing shall be held in her honor on Monday, the 6th of April, from 9:30...


R. Wayne Drummond 	R. Wayne Drummond

R. Wayne Drummond

1943 - 2026

R. Wayne Drummond, aged eighty-three, passed away surrounded by loving family on March 24th, 2026, at his lake home near Branson, Missouri.
Born on February 22, 1943, in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, Drummond was the son of Havis and Helen Drummond. He was a 1961 graduate of Istrouma High School where he was selected...


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Francis Landaiche III

1978 - 2026

Francis "Beau" Landaiche, III passed at the age of 47 on Jan. 11, 2026, in Oklahoma City, after his battle with colorectal cancer. Beau was a native of Louisiana and was born to Francis "Buddy" Landaiche, Jr., and Mary Helen Ray Landaiche on Sept. 07, 1978. He was preceded in death by his mother, grandparents,...


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Dick Dick Curry Thevenot 	Dick Dick Curry Thevenot

Richard Thevenot

1933 - 2026

Richard "Dick" Curry Thevenot, 92, a longtime resident of Baton Rouge, Louisiana, went home to be with his Savior on Monday, March 23, 2026. Dick is survived by his beloved wife of 68 years, Pat Thevenot; his children Trent and Mary Pat, and Greg and Joni Thevenot; his grandchildren John Paul and Bristen, Jacob and...


Philip Royce Avet 	Philip Royce Avet

Dr. Philip Avet Jr.

1935 - 2026

Dr. Philip Royce Avet, Jr., passed away peacefully on March 21, 2026, in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, surrounded by his loving wife and children. Born and raised in Houma, Louisiana, Philip attended Terrebonne High School before pursuing higher education at Louisiana State University, where he earned both a Bachelor of...


AJ AJ Ray Wesley 	AJ AJ Ray Wesley

Anthony Wesley Jr

1996 - 2026

Anthony(AJ) Ray Wesley, Jr. transitioned on March 22, 2026. He was born on July 11, 1996 in Lithia Springs, Ga. He leaves to mourn his children, Ethan Ray and Grace Isabella; his parents, Sara and Anthony Wesley; sister, Dereka (Earl) Kelly; brother Jalen Wesley; nephew JaColston Kelly; grandmothers Ada Sanders and...


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Juliette C. Collins 	Juliette C. Collins

Juliette Collins

1951 - 2026

Juliette C. Collins departed this life on Saturday, March 28, 2026 at the age of 74.
Juliette leaves to cherish her memories four daughters, grandchildren, and great grandchildren: Sharlette Jackson (Troy V.), her children Alacia Cormier Brue (Carlos) and Braylon Cormier, bonus-children, and grandchildren. Tonya L....


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Max Overton Usrey III 	Max Overton Usrey III

Max Usrey III

1951 - 2026

Max Overton Usrey III passed away Tuesday March 24, 2026, of natural causes. Born in Blytheville, Arkansas, Max was a graduate of Blytheville High School and subsequently earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering from Louisiana State University. His lengthy and successful professional career included...


Gene Cameron Sands 	Gene Cameron Sands

Dr. Gene Sands

1944 - 2025

Dr. Gene Cameron Sands passed away peacefully on April 2, 2025, at the age of 80, leaving behind a world with fewer well-timed punchlines—and significantly worse hair.
Gene was many things: a decorated Air Force officer, a university professor, a communications strategist, an author, a Disneyland original,...


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Frog Frog Lance Smith Jr. 	Frog Frog Lance Smith Jr.

Sgt. Walter Smith Jr.

1941 - 2026

Walter Lance Smith, Jr., departed this life on March 14, 2026, at North Oaks Medical Center in Hammond, LA.

Born on October 22, 1941 in Baton Rouge, LA, to the late Walter L. Smith, Sr. and Frances Miller Smith, he touched the lives of many with his warmth, generosity, and steadfast spirit. In 1960, he graduated...


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Betty Davis King 	Betty Davis King

Betty King

1952 - 2026

Betty, born on February 3, 1952, was the cherished first child of King and Sylvia Davis of East Feliciana Parish. Her deep faith guided her throughout her life, starting from her early baptism and continuing until her final moments on earth.

Betty Davis-King departed this world on March 19, 2026, at Baton Rouge...


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Brigadier General Bob Lee Efferson 	Brigadier General Bob Lee Efferson

Brigadier General Bob Efferson

1943 - 2026

Brigadier General Bobby Lee Efferson U.S. Air Force Reserves (Ret.) was born in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, September 21, 1943. He was the oldest child of Otto and Juanita Efferson, and brother to Carolyn and Blaine. He graduated from Istrouma High School and Louisiana State University in 1967. Bobby then entered the...


William Bill Zima 	William Bill Zima

William "Bill" Zima

1940 - 2026

William "Bill" Nicolas Zima, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, passed away peacefully in his home on Tuesday, March 24, 2026. He was 85 years old and a longtime resident of Pride, LA.
Bill was a wonderful man with an unforgettable sense of humor. He was a proud serviceman of the United States Air Force...


Lola Elaine Micklin 	Lola Elaine Micklin

Lola Micklin

1935 - 2026

Lola Elaine Micklin (Grinde) native of Sisseton, South Dakota and recent resident of Burleson, Texas, passed away on Monday, March 23, 2026, at the age of 90. Lola loved her family and friends. She loved spending time with all of them. She had a strong relationship with Jesus! She loved being a homemaker and later...


John D. Rayborn 	John D. Rayborn

John Rayborn Jr.

1937 - 2026

In his home surrounded by his wife and two sons, John D. Rayborn, Jr. passed away on March 22, 2026, at the age of 88. A resident of Baton Rouge, Louisiana, John was born on May 11, 1937, in Lewisville, Arkansas. John graduated from Louisiana State University, where he was also in the Tiger Marching Band and a...


Kenny Kenny M. Broussard 	Kenny Kenny M. Broussard

Kenneth Broussard

1947 - 2025

Kenneth M. "Kenny" Broussard passed away on Wednesday, March 18, 2026, at the Crossing at Clarity Hospice in Baton Rouge. He was 78.
A native and resident of Baton Rouge, he graduated from Glen Oaks High School and was a retired conductor for the Illinois Central Gulf/Canadian National Railroad. Kenny was a Navy...


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