Obituaries

Beloved husband, father, and friend Jerry L. Stovall went to be with his Heavenly Father on August 31, 2026, at the age of 85. Jerry is survived by his wife of 63 years, Judy.
Jerry, a West Monroe native, was a standout athlete in high school. He went on to earn All-American football honors at LSU in 1961 and 1962,...

Mary "Doreen" Diener passed away peacefully at her home on August 31, 2026. She was blessed to have lived a full and wonderful life of 104 years.
Doreen was born in Salford, England, and came to this country after the war. She was most proud of becoming an American citizen and loved her adopted country. Doreen was...

Jeannette Batiste Jack, affectionately known as "Big Mommie," was born June 1, 1925, in Pointe Coupee Parish, Louisiana. Jeannette was the youngest of fourteen children born to Olivia Bennett Batiste Jackson and Joseph Batiste. Jeannette married Oliver Jack Sr. in 1943. She and Oliver became the parents of four...

Whitley Darrell Ehrett, lifelong resident of Port Allen, LA passed away peacefully surrounded by family, friends and nursing staff at St. Francisville Nursing and Rehab on August 21, 2026, at the age of 76. He retired from Water Management Technologies after many years of service. Whitley had a great love and...

Harry Leach Hudson, beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend, will forever be remembered for his warmth, love, and sense of humor. He passed away on August 27, 2026, at the age of 71.
We would like to invite all who knew and loved Harry to join us as we commemorate his life. A gathering will be...

In the quiet evening of August 23, 2026, surrounded by her loved ones, Lisa Adrian Musgrove passed from her "paradise" on earth in her home in southern Florida to the arms of her Lord and Savior in His eternal paradise. Lisa was a loving and giving person who always put the needs of her family, friends, and students...

Lynthus L. "Butch" Hennigan, Jr., 91, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his family on Friday, August 28, 2026.
Butch was born in Bienville, Louisiana, on June 7, 1935. Throughout his life, he and his beloved wife, Linda Jacobs Hennigan, made their home in several places, including brief stays in New...

Royal Joseph Bellock Jr., 72, of White Castle, LA peacefully passed away on August 27th, 2026 at Our Lady of the Lake Regional Medical Center surrounded by his loving family.
Royal was a devoted husband, father and grandfather whose life centered around his family. He was independent, resilient and hardworking....

Frank H. Newchurch, Sr, a native of Paincourtville, LA and resident of Labadieville, LA, died on Friday, August 28, 2026, at the age of 103.
Visitation will be held on Wednesday, September 2, 2026, from 9:30AM to 11AM. A Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated at 11AM at St. Philomena Catholic Church in...

Susan Ann Dill Laperouse, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, teacher, businesswoman, and devoted Catholic, passed away at 4:30 p.m. on August 25, 2026, at Terrebonne General Medical Center.
Born in 1946, Susan was the first child of Ray and Marjorie Henry Dill. She graduated from St. Francis de Sales Girls...

We are deeply saddened by the passing of Dr. Susanne M. Jensen, affectionately known as 'Dr. Sue' on August 27, 2026, at the age of 93.
Dr. Sue was a kind and compassionate woman with a
generous heart, and she will be deeply missed and forever cherished. She was born in Homburg, Germany, on September 27, 1932, the...

Lino "Luis" Luna, age 87, passed away peacefully on August 27, 2026, at Thibodaux Regional Health System. He was a resident of Napoleonville, La and native of Donaldsonville, La. Funeral services will be held on Thursday, September 03, 2026 at Ascension Catholic Church in Donaldsonville, La. Visitation will be held...