Obituaries
Danny Beck
Sep 6, 2025
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Danny Lester Beck; a father, grandfather, great grandfather, beloved friend, and dedicated law enforcement officer, who departed this life on September 6, 2025, in Pride, Louisiana. Born on August 27, 1946, in Alexandria, Louisiana, Danny lived a life marked by service, compassion, and unwavering dedication to his community. Danny...
Thomas Day
Sep 7, 2025
Thomas "Tom" Marion Day, 83 years old, was called to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on September 7, 2025. He entered this world on June 14, 1942, born to Ollie and Thomas Day in Baton Rouge, LA. He was a proud graduate of Louisiana State University (LSU), where he laid the foundation for a distinguished career at...
Timothy Casey
Sep 5, 2025
Timothy "Tim" Wayne Casey, 70, a devoted husband, father, and Pawpaw, was called home to his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on September 5, 2025. He passed peacefully, surrounded by his loving family who had been his greatest joy in life. Born on September 9, 1954, in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, to Barbara and Eugene Casey, Timothy proudly served his country...
Ruth Watts
Sep 5, 2025
Ruth Teer-Glaser Watts, 86 years old, beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and friend to many, was called to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on September 5, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. She entered this world on September 21, 1938, born to Adele and James Teer, in Beaumont, TX. She was a member of First Baptist Church, Zachary,...
Beverly Austin
Sep 3, 2025
Beverly Elaine Austin, lovingly known as Maw Maw by family and Elaine by friends, passed peacefully into the presence of her Lord on September 3, 2025, leaving behind a rich legacy of faith, family, and love.
Elaine was born on March 25, 1945, the daughter of James and Madelyn Partrich. She was the only girl among her brother and Baton...
Doris Temple
Sep 2, 2025
Doris Elizabeth Lilly Temple of Zachary, 89 years old, was called to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on September 2, 2025, while living at Grace Nursing Home, in Slaughter, LA. She entered this world on January 10, 1936, born to William and Hattie Mae Lilly, in Gonzales, LA. She was a member of The Rock Church, Zachary,...
Paula Swearingen
Aug 31, 2025
Paula Sue Hammack Swearingen, 78 years old, was called to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on August 31, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. She entered this world on June 9, 1947, born to Hilda and Reverend Robert Hammack, Sr., in Baton Rouge, LA.
Paula lived a life full of faith, love, and joy. For more than...
Robert Newman
Aug 18, 2025
Robert "Bobby" Pearce Newman, a cherished resident of Baker, LA, passed away peacefully on August 18, 2025, at the age of 86, comforted by the love of his devoted family. He was called to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, after a life richly lived and deeply treasured.
Born on April 27, 1939, in the vibrant city of...
Presley "Buck" Frederick
Aug 8, 2025
Presley "Buck" Joseph Frederick, 89 years old, was called to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on August 8th, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. He entered this world on October 12, 1935, born to Edmonia and Theodore Frederick, in Vermilion Parish, LA. After graduating from Southwestern Louisiana Institute (ULL) with a B.S. in Civil Engineering, he served...
Carolyn Rider
Aug 3, 2025
Carolyn Spillman Rider, 82 years old, was called to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on August 3, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. She entered this world on November 24, 1942, born to Christine and Virgil Spillman, in Liberty, MS. She was a long-time member of Harding Street Baptist Church, now Victory Baptist Church.
Carolyn is survived...
Martha Williams
Aug 2, 2025
Martha Grace Slack Williams, 101, entered into the loving arms of her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on August 2, 2025, surrounded by the family she so dearly loved. Born on September 25, 1923, in Baker, Louisiana, to Ohmer and Bessie Slack. Martha lived a life that was a beautiful testament to her deep faith, gentle spirit, and unwavering love...
Lloyd Humphries
Jul 26, 2025
Lloyd "Bernard" Humphries Sr., 98 years old, was called to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on July 26, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. He entered this world on December 7, 1926, born to Lou and Berlie Humphries, in Magnolia, MS. Bernard honorably served his country in the United States National Guard. He was a dedicated hard...
Robert Buxton
Jul 21, 2025
Robert Dwayne "Bones" Buxton, 60 years old, beloved husband, son, father, and pappy, was called to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on July 21, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. He entered this world on July 26, 1964, born to Mary and John Buxton, in Zachary, LA. He was a passionate hunter and an amazing cook; he...
Kenneth Reine
Jul 19, 2025
Kenneth Michael Reine, 80 years old, beloved Spouse and Father, was called to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on July 19, 2025. He entered this world on August 20, 1944, born to Gertrude and George Reine, in Baton Rouge. He was a member of St. John The Baptist Catholic Church in Brusly, Louisiana.
Kenneth is survived by...
Carolyn Hebert
Jul 4, 2025
Carolyn Kay Hebert, was called to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on July 4, 2025, surrounded by her loving family, she was 74. She entered this world on November 11, 1950, born to Christena and George Gardner, in Pine Bluff, AR. She was a member of Bethany Church in Baker, Louisiana. Carolyn loved the Lord and serving...
Marie "Louise" Saynes
Jul 4, 2025
Louise Carruth Saynes, 92 years old, was called to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on July 4, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. She entered this world on September 3, 1932, born to Threase and Feranand Fontenot, in Ville Platte, LA. Louise always enjoyed spending time with her family and was a faithful member of New Life...
Barbara "Bobbie" Delaune
Jul 3, 2025
Barbara "Bobbie" Jean Delaune, 87 years old, beloved Mother, Spouse, and Daughter, was called to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on July 3, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. She entered this world on December 5, 1937, born to Melanie and Clay Jarreau, in Baton Rouge, LA. She was a member of St. Isidore Catholic Church. Barbara...
Paul Alex Carroll
Jun 11, 2025
Paul Alex Carroll, 87 years old, beloved Son and Father, was called to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on June 11, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. He entered this world on November 1, 1937, born to Lilly and Jerry Carroll, in Oak Grove, LA. Paul was a man of deep faith who loved the Lord with...
Bessie Stockton
Jun 10, 2025
Bessie Lee Stockton, 77 years old, beloved Wife, Daughter, and Mother, was called to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on June 10, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. She entered this world on December 5, 1947, born to Leona and James Ortis, in New Roads, LA. Bessie was a member of St. James Episcopal Church in Baton...
Dorothy Smith
Jun 2, 2025
Dorothy Mae Smith, 96 years old, our beloved Mother, was called to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on June 2, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. She entered this world on January 24, 1929, born to Lillie and John Cambre, in Prairieville, LA. She was a member of St. John the Baptist Catholic Church, in Zachary. Dorothy...