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Leonard Gregory "Greg" Lyons, Sr., passed away at his home on Monday, August 10, 2026, at the age of 79. He was a lifelong resident of Plaquemine, La. Greg was a talented musician from an early age, learning to play nearly any instrument he picked up and had a beautiful singing voice. He was a graduate of Plaquemine...

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Entered into eternal rest at Our Lady of the Lake Regional Medical Center on August 8, 2026. He was an 85-year-old native of St. Francisville, Louisiana and a resident of Port Hudson, Louisiana. Visitation will be at St. Peter Baptist Church on Friday, August 14, 2026, from 10:00 am until the...

Laura Lee Waguespack Schexnayder, a native and resident of Vacherie, Louisiana, born on June 30, 1936, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by family on Monday, August 10, 2026, at the age of 90.
She was preceded in death by her husband of 57 years, Arnold J. Schexnayder, Sr., her parents James A. and Yvonne...

Almo Barker was one of God's greatest servants and most obedient son. He died May 23, 2026 at home.

Randall "Randy" Norris Fussell,73, a native of Baton Rouge and resident of Prairieville, died on Friday, August 7, 2026. Randy lived life with a dynamic energy, a devotion to his family, and an unmatched spirit of generosity. He was a hard worker, a natural host, and always the first to offer a helping hand. A...

Gerald Wayne "Jerry" Courtney, a lifelong resident of Baton Rouge, Louisiana, passed away at the age of 77. Jerry was born in Baton Rouge to Bill N. Courtney and Melda Hoover Courtney. Following high school, he pursued biblical studies at Delgado Community College, beginning a lifelong journey of faith. Throughout...

Arthur Jefferson Sr, 84, A resident of Baton Rouge, LA. entered into eternal rest on July 28, 2026.
He leaves to cherish his memory his son, Arthur Jefferson, Jr.and daughter-in-law, Roxanna; his daughter, Joy O'nae Davis; his sisters, Joyce Chambers and Rena Jefferson; his grandchildren and great-grandchildren; and...

Rosemary Beth Floyd Gaspard, 86, a resident of Baton Rouge, passed away peacefully on July 26, 2026, surrounded by her loving family. Rosemary was born on November 17, 1939, in New Orleans, Louisiana, to Frank and Myrtle Floyd. She shared many cherished years with her lifelong companion, Craig Dickey. Rosemary found...

Leandrew "Lee" Keller left our loving arms to enter the eternal embrace of our Lord Jesus Christ on Sunday, July 26, 2026. He was 83 years old and a resident of Zachary, LA. He leaves to live out his legacy with his two daughters Debra Keller & Tammalla Keller both of Zachary, LA. Visitation will be held at Greater...

On March 1, 1938, in Rankin County, Mississippi, Rose Mary Ferguson, the first child, was born to the union of the late Earl and Lizzie Washington Ferguson.

On April 29, 1956, Rose was united in holy matrimony to Lawerence Hollins. To this union three daughters were born.

On Friday, July 24, 2026, at 6:00 a.m., ...

For I am sure that neither death nor life, nor angels nor rulers, nor things present nor things to come, nor powers, nor height nor depth, nor anything else in all creation, will be able to separate us from the love of God in Christ Jesus our Lord. Romans 8:38-39
Delores "Dee" Barbati was called home on August 4,...

Lynwood (Lynn) Romauld Ourso, Jr. died following a sudden illness on August 4 at the age of 84. Lynn was a life-long resident of Baton Rouge who graduated from Catholic High School and LSU. He was a singer, song writer, record producer and guitar player who played his first professional gig when he was 15 years old....

Entered into eternal rest at her residence in Baker, Louisiana surrounded by her children on August 1, 2026. She was an 85-yer-old native of Zachary, Louisiana. Visitation will be held at Miller & Daughter Mortuary on Monday, August 10, 2026 from 4-6 pm; A Graveside Service will be held at Louisiana National...

On Thursday, July 23, 2026, Willie transitioned to his final resting place. He will live in our hearts forever. Celebration of Life Service: Friday, August 7, 2026 at Hall Davis Celebration Center, 9348 Scenic Hwy., Baton Rouge, LA 70807. Viwing: 9:00 am-10:00 am. Service: 10:00 am. Pastor Stanley Plain,...

Kami Lyon Thomas, a native of Baton Rouge, LA and a resident of St. Francisville, LA, passed away on Saturday, August 1, 2026, at the age of 47. Kami graduated with a bachelor's degree from Southeastern and furthered her education at LSU obtaining a master's in social work. She was the owner of Ma Milles Boutique....

The Admiral is on the Bridge. Benjamin Fane Goliwas Sr., affectionately known as Ben, Benjamin F., and Pops, passed away peacefully, surrounded by love, on June 29, 2026. Born on July 21, 1942, in New Orleans, Louisiana, Ben was the seventh of eight children born to Walter Joseph Goliwas Sr. and Mary Fane Goliwas....

Dorothy Glenn Schneider, 69, of Prairieville, Louisiana, passed away on July 31, 2026.
Born in San Antonio, Texas, on April 25, 1957, Dorothy graduated from Oliver Wendell Holmes High School. She married the love of her life, Roy Schneider Jr., on April 2, 1983, and together they built a life centered on love,...

"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" - 2 Timothy 4:7-8
It is with great sorrow that we announce the passing of Sherrie Badie, who went home to be with...

Trudy G. Kahn Smith passed away peacefully in her sleep on the morning of August 2, 2026. After a multi-year, long and tough journey with Alzheimer's, Trudy is now enjoying her best life on the other side, restored to full health and reunited with Ray and many loved ones. Trudy was born in Vicksburg, Mississippi, on...

Grayson Scott Young, Jr age 77, passed away on July 25, 2026. Private services will be held in North Louisiana. Memorial donations to First United Methodist Church of Baton Rouge.

In Loving Memory of Dr. Alvin Francis Decuir Sr., November 17, 1935 - July 23, 2026.
Dr. Alvin Francis Decuir Sr., 90, of Baton Rouge, Louisiana, peacefully entered eternal rest on Thursday, July 23, 2026. A devoted husband, father, grandfather, educator, veteran, and man of unwavering faith, he dedicated his life...

Dr. William Cuttino Sanders Jr. passed away peacefully in his sleep on Sunday, July 26, 2026, in Baton Rouge. He was 87 years old.
Bill was born on September 13, 1938, the firstborn son of Helen Robinson Sanders, later Helen Robinson Dalby, and William C. Sanders Sr. Over the course of his life, he was a son, a...

Rosa Lee Griffin Douglas passed away peacefully in her sleep in her home at the age of 95 on July 24th. Her homegoing celebration will be August 3rd at 12 Noon. Services will be at The New Beach Grove Baptist Church 4420 Crown Avenue. Viewing from 10am until noon. In Lieu of flowers donations can be made to...

Ricky Terrell Jackson born June 18,1968 in Baton Rouge, Louisiana to Joseph Jackson Sr. and Louise Jackson. Ricky finished his race on July 25, 2026, at the age of 58 years old. He was loved and will be truly missed by family, extended family and friends. Visitation will be held Friday, August 7, 2026, 9am until...

Geraldine Edith Luckett White, born June 3, 1940, transitioned Monday, July 27, 2026 in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. She was a retired East Baton Rouge Parish School System Educator having taught for over 30 years at Brownsfield Elementary School. She is survived by her devoted daughters, Marilyn June Beasley, Ursula...

Barbara Ann Clark Legier was granted a peaceful rest as she entered into eternal life on Friday, July 24, 2026.
A Memorial Service celebrating the life of Barbara will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday, August 4, 2026, at Shiloh Missionary Baptist Church, 185 Eddie Robinson Sr. Dr, Baton Rouge, LA 70802.
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Barry L. Elkins, a resident of Greenwell Springs, Louisiana, passed away on Tuesday, July 28, 2026, at the age of 79. He was surrounded by loved ones and left from their arms to the arms of Jesus Christ. Barry is survived by his wife, Angela; his two daughters, Barrie Hidalgo and Amanda Elkins, and his two sons,...

It is with profound sorrow that we announce the passing of Mrs. Mildred Edwards Bowie who departed this earthly life on July 25, 2026, at 110 years old. A public viewing shall be held in her honor on Saturday, August 1, 2026 from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM at St. Mark United Methodist Church, 6217 Glen Oaks Dr., Baton...

Geneva Wesley transitioned peacefully on July 24, 2026 in Natchez, MS. She was born on October 04,1937 in Natchez, MS. She leaves to mourn four sons: Roderick (Regina) Wesley of Clinton, La; Anthony(Sara) Wesley of Zachary, La; Rudell (Joycelyn) Reynolds and Robert Reynolds all of New Orleans, La; sister, Eva Smith...

Juanita Martin Fenley, a beloved mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend, passed away on Tuesday, July 28, 2026, at the age of 81.
A native of Lutcher, Louisiana, and longtime resident of Gonzales, Louisiana. She is survived by her children, Gordon Fenley (Shalane), Jerry Fenley, Jr. (Wendy), Cynthia Fenley...

A longtime resident of Plaquemine for over 50 years, and native of Mansura, LA, Charles never ventured far from home. He passed away on Tuesday, July 28, 2026, at his home, at the age of 83. Charles relocated the family to Plaquemine in 1973 to continue his work in finance with Commercial Securities and to be near...

Lloyd Lee Laudermill, 83, of Baton Rouge, Louisiana, passed away on July 28, 2026. Born on July 26, 1943, Lloyd's life was marked by steady devotion to family, pride in hard work, and a deep appreciation for the simple joys that bring people together. Lloyd graduated from Poydras High School in New Roads, LA. Over...

Sophia Elouise Harden Sadler, a faith-filled, loving, and generous Christian woman,transitioned on July 17, 2026, at the home of her daughter and son-in-law, Donna and Ahman Freeman in Baker, Louisiana.
She was born in Plaquemine Louisiana to Daniel Harden and Jessie Mae Boyd.
At the age of 9, she met her best...

Sylvia Knox Barnes, of Baton Rouge, accepted her invitation into Eternal Life on July 24, 2026 at 84. She was born in Jonesboro, Louisiana, on May 3, 1942.
A devoted and loving Christian woman, Sylvia devoted her life to Christ, her loving husband of sixty-one years (Edward Barnes, Sr.), her entire family and her...

Geraldine Franklin "Granny" Flowers entered into eternal rest at her residence on July 26, 2026. She was a 75-year-old native of Batchelor, Louisiana. Viewing at Ministry of New Life Church, 951 Eddie Robinson Sr. Drive, Baton Rouge on Saturday, August 1, 2026 at 9:00 am until Celebration of Life Service at 10:00 am...

Sally Prescott Barfield Graves passed away peacefully at her home on July 28, 2026, surrounded by the family she cherished and who loved her deeply. She was 94. Born in Baton Rouge on April 15, 1932, Sally was the daughter of Daniel Ramsey Barfield and Lou Glenn Atkinson Barfield. She was preceded in death by her...

Dorothy Grant Terrell entered eternal rest on July 4, 2026. Survived by her daughters, Marian Terrell and Detra Terrell; son, James (Sharon) Terrell Jr; sister, Mamie G. Jones; brother, Larry (Deborah) Grant; grandchildren, Jyandria (Christoper) Webb, Jessica Thompson, Jasmine Terrell, and Timothy Smart. Preceded in...

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Jason Talbert Wisdom. Jason was born on September 18, 1979, and he passed away on July 23, 2026.He was a native and resident of Plaquemine, Louisiana.Jason is survived by his two sons, Evan and Austin; his parents, Glenn and Sybil Wisdom; his sister, Gretchen...

On Friday, July 24th, we bid a beautifully sad farewell to our father, Ronald Eugene Peno. He was filled with peace as he left this world, surrounded by his children and loved ones.

Ronnie was born in New Orleans on December 1st, 1933 and moved to Dutchtown while in elementary school. As a teenager, he locked eyes...

Terry Duane Smith passed away peacefully, on Saturday, July 25, 2026, surrounded by family, at the age of 77. He was born in Hot Springs, AR, and was a resident of Baton Rouge, LA. Terry is survived by his daughters, Christi Daigle (Larry), Candice Carr, and Angela Smith; grandchildren, Brennen Carr, Brianna Daigle,...

Too dearly loved to be forgotten.

Randolph Knighten Sr. passed on July 8, 2026, at age 69. Born in Clinton, Louisiana, Randolph resided in Dallas, Texas. A Celebration of Life Service will be held at The Miracle Place Church, 2080 Main Street, Baker, LA. on July 31, 2026, from 11:00 am to 3:00 pm.

Curtis P. Bordelon Jr., a native of Pointe Coupee Parish and a resident of Ventress, passed away on July 26, 2026, at the age of 83 years old, surrounded by family and friends. Curtis was born on September 30, 1942 to Curtis P. and Nora Bordelon. He lived a life defined by hard work, dedication, and an unwavering...

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Amanda Nichole Baggett, 36, of Prairieville, Louisiana. Amanda passed away peacefully in her sleep on July 12, 2026.
Born on December 2, Amanda was the beloved daughter of Darryl and Theresa Hobdy and the loving sister of Alex and Ryan. She was a woman of...

James M. "Jimmy" Johnson, Sr., entered into eternal rest at his home in Baton Rouge, Louisiana on July 20, 2026. Viewing at New Macedonia Church of God in Christ on, Saturday, August 1, 2026 at 9:00 am until Celebration of Life Service at 11:00 am conducted by Pastor Keno Spurlock; interment at Woodstock Cemetery.

Mrs. Agnes Murphy, was born on September 23, 1934, in Grand Coteau, Louisiana, and entered into eternal rest on July 20, 2026, from natural causes.
Mrs. Murphy was the beloved mother of three sons, Rev. Lionel Murphy, Jr., Richard Jerome Murphy, and Carl Linn Murphy. She cherished her role as a mother and took great...

It is With heavy hearts, we celebrate the beautiful life of Nell Marie Thomassie Bercegeay. Nell gained her angel wings on July 22, 2026. A beloved and devoted wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother, great great grandmother and friend.
She was a woman of unwavering faith whose love for God guided every part of...

Gene Autry Martin, 73, of Baton Rouge, Louisiana, passed away peacefully on July 21, 2026.
Born in Woodville, MS, to the late William Jr. and Victoria Martin. Gene grew up with a strong work ethic and a deep love and care for his family. He is an alumnus of Scotlandville High School class of 1971. After High...

Catherine Annette Rhodes Seng died in her sleep on Thursday, June 18, 2026, while residing at St. James Place in Baton Rouge. She was born April 15, 1944, in Mobile, Alabama to William Arthur Rhodes, Sr. and Myrtle Boyd Rhodes. Shortly after the end of WW2 the family moved to Bogalusa, Louisiana.
She is survived...

Gary Alan Daigle, 68, passed away peacefully, surrounded by his family and friends, in Chicago, Illinois. He was born in Valdosta, Georgia, to the late Arthur Joseph and Rita Cecilia (Zimmerman) Daigle. Loving father to Erin, Paige, and Grant Daigle (mother, Maria Mire Daigle), devoted partner to Breda Berry; dear...

Mack Williams, a devoted man of faith, beloved son, brother, uncle, soulmate, relative, colleague, and friend, entered his eternal home on July 17, 2026 at the age of 55.
A native of Bogalusa, Louisiana, Mack graduated salutatorian of his high school class in 1989. He then attended LSU Baton Rouge and graduated with...

In Loving Memory of Clarence Victor "CV" Hutchinson

July 22, 1945 - July 22, 2026

Clarence Victor "C.V." Hutchinson, passed away peacefully on July 22, 2026, his 81st birthday. C.V. was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and friend. He found his greatest joy in spending time with his...

John Robert "Bob" Boesch entered into the presence of his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on Sunday, July 19, following a brief battle with myelodysplastic syndrome, a rare form of blood cancer. He passed away peacefully, surrounded by the love of his family, with his sons by his side.
Bob was born on January 2,...

With profound love, we celebrate the life of our beloved mother, Ethel Vigier LeBlanc, who passed away peacefully in her home on July 21, 2026 at the remarkable age of 103 years old. She was born on August 7, 1922 and lived a long life of love, faith, and devotion to her family. She dedicated her life to caring for...

Elvia Lee Edwards Oubre a native of White Castle and resident of Baton Rouge departed this life on Tuesday, July 14, 2026. She leaves to cherish her memory Allen Oubre, her husband of 54 years; sons, Donald Edwards and Denzel Jordan; six grandchildren, Kaylynn, Justen, Harlem, Ariah, Lailah, and Malachi. Five...

Charles Vincent "Pokie" Pocorello Jr., co-founder of Pocorello's Casa d'Italia, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, July 21, 2026, in the care of Our Lady of the Lake Regional Medical Center. He was 83, a member of St. George Catholic Church, and a graduate of Baton Rouge High School. Charles is survived by his three...

Jacqueline "Jackie" Fournet Daughtry peacefully passed on Monday, June 15, 2026, at the age of 88. She married her high school sweetheart, Jimmy Daughtry, and they raised their five daughters, centered on faith and strong family values. Jackie is survived by her daughters, Dale Oufnac (Mike), Teddy Brumfield...