Obituaries

Jan 10, 2021

Ralph Edward Rupple Sr. 81 years old, beloved Father, Grandfather, Great Grandfather, Son, Uncle, and Husband, was called to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on January 10th, 2021, surrounded by his loving family. He entered this world on January 7th, 1940, born to Blue and Bea Rupple, in Hardy AR. Ralph Served his country in the...

Jan 5, 2021

Charlie John Lamonte, a lifelong resident of Baker, passed away peacefully at his home on January 5, 2021 at the age of 92. Charlie, a native of Tickfaw, was born to Sam and Mary Lamonte on September 30, 1928. He was preceded in death by his parents, his wife Helen Clegg Lamonte and his son, Charles “Anthony” Lamonte. Left behind...

Jan 5, 2021

Peggy Joe Addy Theriot, 84 years old, beloved sister and friend, was called to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on January 5, 2021. She entered this world on January 5, 1937, born to Neva and Hugh Addy, in Decatur, MS. She was a member of Milldale Baptist Church for many years. Peggy is survived by her...

Jan 3, 2021

Deborah Chamberlian Evans, “Mamou” was born on December 12, 1952 and gained her angel wings on January 3, 2021. Debby enjoyed traveling with friends and family and loved reading a good book. She was known for her sense of humor and sassy retorts. Her greatest accomplishment was being Mamou to not only her grandchildren, but all of her “adopted”...

Jan 2, 2021

Roland Smith "Poppy" Alford Sr., 88 years old, beloved Husband, Father, Grandfather, and Great-Grandfather, was called to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on January 2, 2021. He entered this world on October 19, 1932, born to Isyel Smith and Emmit Alford, in Biloxi, MS. Roland honorably served his country in the United States Navy in the...

Dec 30, 2020

James Michael “Mickey” Templet, 62 years old, beloved Husband, Father, and Grandfather was called to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on December 30, 2020, surrounded by his loving family. He entered this world on January 4, 1958, born to Carol and James "Ace" Templet, in Baton Rouge, LA. Mickey is survived by his loving wife of...

Dec 28, 2020

Randy Dale Carey, 63 years old, beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother and friend to many, was called to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on December 28, 2020, surrounded by his loving family. He entered this world on November 26, 1957, born to Frankie Inez and Jesse Carey, in Oklahoma City, OK. Randy enjoyed fishing, reading and...

Dec 26, 2020

Patsy Adella Owen Watson went to be with the Lord on December 26, 2020 at 5:00 pm. She fought the good fight and ran the good race. She is survived by her husband of 59 years, William Thomas Watson, daughters Susan Jullens, Elizabeth Graves, Judy Bass, Christine Watson, and son, Shane Watson, sisters Cindy Owen, Debby Milton, Pam Webb...

Dec 24, 2020

David Eugene Lester, 53 years old, beloved father, grandfather, son, brother and friend to many was called to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on December 24, 2020. He entered this world on September 8, 1967, born to Mildred Dillon Lester and William "Bill" Lester, Jr., in Baton Rouge, LA. David worked for Southern Power System for 15...

Dec 16, 2020

Sandra Don Lee, 77 years old, was called to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on Wednesday, December 16, 2020, surrounded by her loving family. She entered this world on February 13, 1943, born to Hazel and Claud Smith, in Raymondville, TX. She was a member of Montpelier Baptist Church. Sandra is survived by her loving husband...

Dec 15, 2020

Olivia "Livvy" Grace Lewis, 14 years old completed her race here on earth and ran directly into the arms of Jesus on December 15, 2020. Her journey ended at her home surrounded by her loving family. She impacted so many lives in her short time here on earth, and always had a beautiful smile on her face regardless of...

Dec 13, 2020

Carolyn Louise Thompson Shelton was born in Baton Rouge, LA on May 6, 1947. She loved reminiscing of her childhood in simpler times, where days were filled with trips to the river, playing football with the neighborhood kids, and devoted family prayer each night. Later in life she would give the same roots to her own family. Being the...

Dec 10, 2020

Maizie Joy LeJeune Lavergne, 88 years old, beloved Mother, Grandmother, Great-Grandmother and Sister was called to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on December 10, 2020. She entered this world on January 1, 1932, born to Armaline and Aldusce LeJeune, in Lawtell, LA. Maizie is survived by her three sons, Darrell Wayne Lavergne, Philip Russell Lavergne (Melanie Carter),...

Dec 10, 2020

James "Jimmy" Arlen Guidry Jr., 61 years old, beloved Father, Son, and Brother, was called to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on December 10, 2020. He entered this world on November 25, 1959, born to Laura and James Guidry, Sr., in San Diego, CA. He was a resident of Baker, Louisiana. Jimmy graduated from Escondido High School...

Dec 10, 2020

John Edgar Haynes, 84 years old, beloved Father, Grandfather, Great-Grandfather and friend to many was called to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on December 10, 2020. He entered this world on May 2, 1936, born to Etta and Amzi Haynes, in Thomastown, MS. He was a graduate of Baker High School. John was a member of...

Dec 1, 2020

Brenda "Beep" Casey, 61 years old, beloved mother, grandmother and friend to many was called home on December 1, 2020. She entered this world on August 8, 1959, born to Barbara and Eugene Casey in Baton Rouge, LA. Beep spent her life enjoying the outdoors. Most of her early life was spent on the track racing dirt bikes. Anyone...

Dec 1, 2020

Dixie Lee Douthitt, 74 years old, beloved mother, grandmother, sister and friend to many was called to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on December 1, 2020, surrounded by her loving family. She entered this world on September 15, 1946, born to Frankie and Estell Harrison, in Decatur, IL. She was a member of Providence Baptist Church...

Nov 29, 2020

Virgie Fleming Bridges, 83 years old, resident of Baker, was called to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on November 29, 2020, surrounded by her loving family. She entered this world on April 14, 1937, born to Ida and Walter Fleming, Sr., in Pride, LA. Virgie is survived by her sons, William Todd Bridges, Geoffrey Mark Bridges (Renee);...

Nov 27, 2020

Paul E. Stokes, 71 years old, life-time resident of Central, beloved Husband, Brother and Father was called to the angels and his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ on November 27, 2020. He was born to Paul B. and Polly Stokes on December 1, 1948 in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. He was employed by Exxon and retired after 20 plus years. He...

Nov 26, 2020

Mary “Ola” Lockhart, 100 years old, passed away peacefully at North Oaks Medical Center, Hammond, LA on November 26th, 2020.

She is survived by one son, Raymond LeBlanc; many grandchildren and great-grandchildren, and brother Oris J. Pastor.

She is preceded in death by her 1st husband, Romain Leblanc; 2nd husband, Gerald Raymond Lockhart, Sr.; sister,...